SP 1983-002 PGA West (1998) - Amendment 3IVEPGASTM
SPECIFIC PLAN
PGA WEST
SPECIFIC PLAN
Amendment 3
August 6, 1996
PREPARED FOR:
The Fine City
of
La Quinta, California
PREPARED BY:
IASL Desert Resorts, Inc.
Forrest K. Haag, AeLA
A Califomie Corporation
Design $ Land Planning
250 Newport center Drive, 5ulte 104
Newport Beach, CA 92660
ph 014) '119-0554 fax (-714)"719-0564
Print Date: March 19, 1998
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 INTRODUCTION ............................................
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EXECUTIVE SUNIMARY ........................... . .....
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PURPOSE AND INTENT ....................
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PROJECT SETTING .....
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PROJECT HISTORY .....'....................... ..... .
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ENABLING LEGISLATION ........................... . . . .
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CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
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COMPLIANCE ..........................................
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2 PLANS, PROGRAMS AND GUIDELINES ........................
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COMMUNITY CONCEPT .................................
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LAND USE .............................................
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CIRCULATION ................................ . ....
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CONSERVATION, OPEN SPACE AND RECREATION ........
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INFRASTRUCTURE AND UTILITIES .... .
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COMMUNITY DESIGN GUIDELINES . • ...... , ... Y .
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2.6.1 Architectural and Siting Guidelines .....................
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2.6.2 Landscape Guidelines ............. . ............. ...
3 ZONING
AND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS .................
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SPECIFIC PLAN RESIDENTIAL (SPR) USES AND
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SPECIFIC PLAN RESIDENTIAL -1 (SPR -1) USES AND
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COMMUNITY COMMERCIAL USES AND STANDARDS . 1.....
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TOURIST COMMERCIAL USES AND STANDARDS ...........
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GOLF COURSE OPEN SPACE USES AND STANDARDS .
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OFF-STREET PARKING REQUIREMENTS ..................
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DEVELOPMENT REVIEW PERMITS AND PROCESS ..
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SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENTS ..........................
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CONSISTENCY WITH THE GENERAL PLAN ....................
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EXHIBIT LIST
Exhibit 1
Regional Location Map
Exhibit 2
Vicinity Map
Exhibit 3
Community Concept
Exhibit 4
Land Use Plan
Exhibit 5
Circulation Plan
Exhibit 6
Conservation, Open Space and Recreation Concept Plan
Exhibit 7
Architectural Character - Typical Street Scenes
Exhibit 8
Architectural Character - Typical Elevations
Exhibit 9
Residential Site Planning Considerations
Exhibit 10
Community Commercial and Resort Core Site Planning
Considerations
Exhibit 11
Land Use Plan @ I"= 600'
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1 INTRODUCTION
1.1 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
UThe PGA WEST Specific Plan is organized in four chapters.
Section 1, Introduction, provides an overview of the document, project setting and history,
the legislative authority for the Specific Plan and the method of compliance with the
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
Section 2, Plans, Programs and Guidelines, provides the organization and framework of
I� the Land Use Plan and related plan exhibits. It establishes the land use policy for PGA
WEST and provides the design guidelines which set design direction for individual projects.
Section 3, Zoning and Development Regulations, establishes the zoning applicable to PGA
WEST.
Section 4, Consistency with the General Plan, uses the key land.use issues statement of
each element of the City of La Quinta General Plan as the basis for evaluating the
consistency of the PGA WEST Specific Plan with the General Plan.
1.2 PURPOSE AND INTENT
This Specific Plan is the third amendment of the PGA WEST Specific Plan of Development
originally adopted by the City of La Quinta in 1984. The Specific Plan is a comprehensive
document to guide future development of the PGA WEST property. The document
establishes development plans, guidelines and development regulations for the project. The
Specific Plan is intended to ensure a quality development consistent with the goals,
objectives, and policies of the City of La Quinta General Plan.
The Specific Plan is intended to guide the character, design and standards of development
at PGA WEST. It is meant to provide a degree of flexibility to allow future development
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to respond to the changes in society and the economic marketplace which will occur over
the buildout period of the community. The Specific Plan establishes and updates the design
and development policies applicable to development within the Specific Plan area. Further,
in Chapter 3 the Specific Plan establishes the regulations and standards which serve as the
zoning for the property.
1.3 PROJECT SETTING
The PGA WEST Specific Plan Area is located on the gently sloping floor of the Coachella
Valley (See exhibit 1, Regional Location and exhibit 2, Vicinity Map), and is entirely within
the corporate limits of the City of La Quinta. The site is designated for Low Density
Residential, Community Commercial, Tourist Commercial and Golf Course Open Space
uses by the City of la Quinta General Plan.
Property adjacent to PGA WEST is designated by the General Plan for a variety of land
uses including:
• Low Density Residential uses to the north, east and south
• Santa Rosa Mountains Open Space and Lake Cahuilla County Regional Park uses
to the west
1.4 PROJECT HISTORY
PGA WEST Specific Plan No. 83-002 was approved by the City Council on May 15, 1984
and subsequently amended on September 20, 1988 and June 6, 1989. Each plan and
amendments thereto have been supported with all required environmental documentation.
The plan, as amended, provides for four 18 -hole golf courses, a maximum of 5,000
residential dwelling units, a 1,000 room resort hotel and other related resort commercial
facilities on approximately 1,665 acres. Within the plan boundary, four golf courses have
been constructed and approximately 1560 residential building permits have been issued as
of the summer of 1996.
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1.5 ENABLING LEGISLATION
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1.6 CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT COMPLIANCE
This Specific Plan has been determined to be exempt from the California Environmental
Quality Act under the provisions of California Government Code Section 65457 (a). An
environmentalimpact report was prepared in conjunction with the original Specific Plan
approval and was certified by the City Council on May 1, 1984. A subsequent EIR was
prepared and certified in conjunction with plan amendments. There has been no
substantive alteration in the original plan or its amendments and no resulting change in the
environmental consideration therefore, no additional environmental review is deemed
necessary.
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The authority to prepare, adopt, and implement specific plans is granted to the City of La
Quinta by the California Government Code (Title 7, Division 1, Chapter 3, Article 8,
Sections 65450 through 65457). As with General Plans, the Planning Commission must
hold a public hearing before it can recommend adoption of a specific plan. The City
Council of La Quinta may adopt a specific plan by either ordinance or resolution.
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1.6 CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT COMPLIANCE
This Specific Plan has been determined to be exempt from the California Environmental
Quality Act under the provisions of California Government Code Section 65457 (a). An
environmentalimpact report was prepared in conjunction with the original Specific Plan
approval and was certified by the City Council on May 1, 1984. A subsequent EIR was
prepared and certified in conjunction with plan amendments. There has been no
substantive alteration in the original plan or its amendments and no resulting change in the
environmental consideration therefore, no additional environmental review is deemed
necessary.
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2.1 COMMUNITY CONCEPT
The Community Commercial Center at the PGA WEST project entry serves as a gateway
to the community as well as a location for community interaction and, once developed, as a
center of commerce providing goods and services to PGA WEST and surrounding
communities. From the community entry at Avenue 54, PGA Boulevard serves as a richly
landscaped parkway providing primary access to the residential villages, the golf courses
and the Resort Village Core setting the tenor of the lush landscaped resort development.
I 2.2 LAND USE PLAN
The national recognition and positive image of the City of La Quinta has been created, in
large part, through the PGA WEST resort development. PGA WEST is a resort -oriented
community created by a series of golf -oriented residential villages defined by four or more
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eighteen hole golf courses radiating from the Resort Village Core which serves as the PGA
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WEST community's center and focal point (see Exhibit 3, Community Concept). The
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is further defined on three sides by the existing major circulation system which
establishes its perimeter boundaries, specifically, Avenue 54 on the north, Madison Street
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on the east, and to a lesser extent, Avenue 58 to the south. The Santa Rosa Mountains to
the west provide both a physical boundary and a visual backdrop to the community.
The Community Commercial Center at the PGA WEST project entry serves as a gateway
to the community as well as a location for community interaction and, once developed, as a
center of commerce providing goods and services to PGA WEST and surrounding
communities. From the community entry at Avenue 54, PGA Boulevard serves as a richly
landscaped parkway providing primary access to the residential villages, the golf courses
and the Resort Village Core setting the tenor of the lush landscaped resort development.
I 2.2 LAND USE PLAN
The Land Use Plan serves as the Zoning Map for PGA WEST. For each land use the
permitted land use category as defined by the City of La Quinta General Plan and the
Zoning Designation established in Section 3 of this Specific Plan is documented in the
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The Land Use Plan (Exhibit 4) depicts the types, locations and general organization of land
uses permitted to occur at PGA WEST. The Land Use Plan is intended to promote a
balanced and functional mix of land uses consistent with the City of La Quinta's General
Plan, including goals for orderly, attractive, high quality golf -oriented resort development.
As such, the Land Use Plan establishes a comprehensive pattern of land uses and densities
compatible with the site's setting and the goals and objectives of the PGA WEST
community.
The Land Use Plan serves as the Zoning Map for PGA WEST. For each land use the
permitted land use category as defined by the City of La Quinta General Plan and the
Zoning Designation established in Section 3 of this Specific Plan is documented in the
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as well as the zoning and development standards for PGA WEST.
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PGA WEST is planned to accommodate up to 5,000 residential dwelling units throughout
the 1677 acres of the site planned for residential, golf course and open space uses. The
planned housing results in a density of 3.0 dwelling units per gross acre, exclusive of the
Community Commercial and Resort Village Core uses. The Land Use Summary, Table 1,
shows a complete breakdown of land uses, acreage and density.
TABLE 1
LAND USE SUMMARY
LAND USE
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2.2.1 Residential Land Use
The Specific Plan for PGA WEST provides for a range of residential housing types
consistent with the Low Density Residential designation established for the property
within the City of La Quinta General Plan. The permitted dwelling types, lot size,
height limits and other site development standards are established in Section 3,
Zoning and Development Standards, of this Specific Plan document.
2.2.2 Community Commercial Land Use
The Community Commercial Center consists of 20 net acres and is intended to
serve the retail, personal services and professional services needs of the PGA
WEST community and those of surrounding communities.
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Typical Commercial Center uses may include the following:
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• Drug Store
• Men's and Ladies' Apparel
• Beauty Salon/Barber
• Professional Office
The complete list of permitted uses and the development regulations for the
I Commercial Center are established by the Community Commercial Regulations
Jfound in Section 3.4 of this Specific Plan.
J2.2.3 Resort Core Village Land Use
The Resort Core Village is the hub of the PGA WEST community and is planned to
contain a range of visitor and tourist -serving uses, including resort hotel uses,
condominiums, hotel lease or rental units, condo -hotel units,
Japartment/condominium cottages, all with the requisite support commercial
facilities, professional office space, recreational facilities and specialty commercial
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The Resort Core Village includes up to a maximum of 1,000 units in any
combination of hotel rooms and/or condominiums, hotel lease or rental units,
condo -hotel units, apartment/condominium cottages units. The complete list of
permitted uses and the development regulations for the Resort Core Village is
established by the Tourist Commercial regulations found in Section 3.5 of this
Specific Plan.
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SPECIFIC PLAN BOUNDARY
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2.3 CIRCULATION PLAN
Project related circulation improvements will address all requirements for traffic service
provision requirements as shown on the Circulation Plan, Exhibit 5.
OFFSITE IMPROVEMENTS
The off-site public streets surrounding the project will be developed in accordance with
standards in effect at the time of tentative tract or development approvals and will be
a (or have been) constructed incrementally in accordance with the applicable General Plan
designations. Airport Blvd. east of Madison immediately adjacent to the project boundary
1 will be constructed to a'/z width improvement when warranted by adjacent tract
1 development. Madison shall be improved to full width from Airport to the southerly plan
area boundary when warranted by adjacent tract development. Avenue 58 shall be
constructed to a 3/4 width improvement in the area immediately adjacent to the project
boundary or a contribution shall be made to an assessment district for the improvement of
Avenue 58 based on project adjacency. City-wide mass transit systems are accessible via
the perimeter public thoroughfares.
The PGA WEST project may be subject to major thoroughfare and/or bridge benefit
districts or other infrastructure programs in effect or which may be implemented or
modified during the development of the project which are determined to provide
1 thoroughfare and/or bridge benefit to the project.
Beginning one year after the opening of the PGA WEST Resort Hotel, the developer shall
conduct studies every other year based on 24 hour traffic counts, of intersections identified
in the amended Specific Plan's EIR as impacted by the hotel development. The studies
shall determine levels of service and weather project related traffic warrants the provision
of traffic signals. The studies shall continue until improvements are complete or until the
City Engineer determines that the impacts have been mitigated.
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The project site is served by internal private roadways which link interior residential
developments to the existing perimeter public roadways of Jefferson Street, Madison
Street and 58th Avenue. Access to the Resort Core Village within the plan area will be
provided via PGA Boulevard, and Tom Weiskopf Boulevard. The developer shall pay 50%
of the cost for a traffic signal at Avenue 54 and Jefferson Street when the signal is
warranted. All internal private roadways will be improved to the design and structural
standards in effect at the time of relative tentative map or developmental approvals.
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2.4 CONSERVATION, OPEN SPACE AND RECREATION PLAN
1 The conservation, open space and recreation concepts are illustrated on the Conservation,
Open Space And Recreation Plan, Exhibit 6, and are described below.
1 2.4.1 Conservation
The PGA WEST project is being developed with the goal of balancing the
conservation and management of natural resources with the implementation of a
high quality resort community. Policies and programs for the conservation,
management and use of natural resources include:
• Support the use of the La Quinta Redevelopment Project in the elimination of
flooding condition to the site and surrounding area.
• Elimination of groundwater contamination through the regional prohibition of
septic tanks and support of a regional sewage treatment plant.
• Prevention of soil erosion using the appropriate design criteria and careful
placement of landscaping.
• Preservation of the "rocky slope habitat" west of the All American Canal by
limiting structural development in this area.
• Maintenance and protection of ground water by using the golf course areas as
drainage areas to absorb local runoff.
• Preservation of water resources by storing excess drainage water in the golf
course lakes for use in golf course irrigation.
2.4.2 Open Space
PGA WEST is designed in recognition of the fact that as urban and suburban
development takes place, recreation and open space becomes a limited and valuable
resource. In addition, it is recognized that high-quality projects are designed and
planned around an open space/recreation program. Two types of open
space/recreation uses are planned for PGA WEST: golf courses and common open
space areas. Approximately 34% of the project area is dedicated to four
championship golf courses designed so that adjacent residential and resort hotel
development will benefit from the visual and open space value created by the golf
amenity.
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To further maximize the effect of open space, common open space areas are
strategically located throughout the project. These common open space areas will
result when dwellings are clustered or higher density residential uses are developed
along golf course areas. Where appropriate to the adjacent residential
development, common area pools will be provided.
2.4.3 Recreation
The PGA WEST resort is planned as a "recreational/residential" community and
therefore contains as a major element an extensive passive and active recreation
-,� program of development. Standards for the development of recreation
improvements are:
• Development of a variety of recreation uses
• Development of high quality, championship -level golf and tennis facilities
• Development of a desirable recreation environment
• Development of a variety of housing types with common open space
providing both passive and active recreation opportunities.
Permitted recreation facilities include:
• Championship Golf Courses and Club Facilities
• Driving Ranges
• Tennis Courts
• Swimming Pools & Jacuzzi's
• Health Spas
• Trail Systems
• Pro Shops
• Shopping Amenities
The complete list of permitted uses and the development regulations for the
Conservation, Open Space and Recreation areas are established by the Zoning and
Development Regulations found in Section 3.6 of this Specific Plan.
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2.5 INFRASTRUCTURE AND UTILITIES PLAN
JThe infrastructure system planned to serve the PGA WEST project is described below
J 2.5.1 Water
Domestic water supply is also provided by CVWD from two wells and a
distribution system constructed by the landowner and dedicated to the water
Jdistrict. Golf course irrigation is provided by on-site wells. Additional irrigation
1 water supply capacity is provided by the Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD)
from the All American Canal and once available, may be supplemented with
approved reclaimed water.
2.5.2 Sewer
An off-site regional sewer treatment plant is located approximately one mile south
of the PGA WEST property and contains adequate capacity to treat waste water
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landowner has dedicated easements and constructed waste water collection facilities
connecting the project to the treatment facility.
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2.5.3 Public Utilities
All overhead public utility transmission lines for cable television, electricity and
telephone are routed around the perimeter of the PGA WEST site. All permanent
Jpower and telecommunications distribution lines internal to the project will be
placed underground.
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2.5.4 Refuse Collection
J Refuse collection is provided by an entity franchised by the City of La Quinta for
this purpose. Refuse collection occurs in accordance with a schedule established by
the franchisee and the city.
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2.5.4 Schools
School services for the specific plan area are facilitated by the Desert Sands Unified
School District and the Coachella Valley Unified School District.
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2.6 COMMUNITY DESIGN GUIDELINES
The design guidelines contained in this chapter are intended to establish a consistent design
expression among site planning, engineering, architecture, and landscape architectural
components while allowing reasonable flexibility in design. Examples of the desired design
theme are illustrated on the following pages. These illustrations are conceptual and do not
depict final designs, nor should they limit the range of expression among individual builders
and their professional design teams.
The design guidelines for PGA WEST are intended to:
• Assist in implementing the design intent of the Specific Plan by establishing project
design compatibility among different residential densities and land use;
• Create a framework to implement individual product design vocabulary while
maintaining community identity;
• Delineate criteria for enhancing the natural site features, plant materials and habitat
areas; and
• Provide a consistent approach to site planning, building design, street furniture and
signage, wall and fence materials and color, lighting, landscaping, and other design
elements that will endure for the life of the community.
The guidelines are provided for the benefit of merchant builders, their planners/ designers,
and City of La Quinta staff and decision-making bodies in the review of future PGA WEST
site development proposals. As such, the design guidelines identify elements for all
residential and other land use proposals within the PGA WEST Specific Plan area. These
guidelines should be incorporated into the subsequent site development permits, conditional
use permits, and subdivision maps submitted to the City for approval unless it is
demonstrated that certain guidelines are not applicable, appropriate, or feasible under the
circumstances.
2.6.1 Architectural and Siting Guidelines
Architecture
The architectural theme for PGA West is described as "desert architecture" and
may include Spanish mission, southwest adobe, pueblo, tacotorial and other
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are illustrated in exhibits 7 and 8, Architectural Character.
Color
The predominant color of all structures should be limited to the spectrum of white,
cream, tan, sand, light brown, mauve and other earth tones. Colors outside of this
spectrum should be used for accents only.
Materials
Roofing materials should be limited to concrete -based or clay tile materials in barrel
tile or shake type forms.
The predominant exterior building material should be textured or smooth finish
J stucco. Wood, tile and limited wrought iron should be used as accent materials as
dictated by the applicable architectural style.
Site Planning
1 Appropriate site planning guidelines as discussed below should be used in order to
ensure functional and aesthetic development. Guidelines are intended to be flexible.
Not all guidelines are applicable in all situations. Judicious use of guidelines should
be used in order to achieve a high quality consistency in design theme. The site
planning guidelines are illustrated in exhibits 9 and 10, Site Planning
Considerations.
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Residential Site Planning Guidelines
Neighborhoods should be organized around a clear hierarchy of streets which will
use as primary development and planning guidelines the following:
(a) The placement of structures should consider prevalent environmental
conditions — sun, wind and view.
(b) Orientation of development edges should maximize view potential and
access to natural open areas and improved recreation areas. Open area
"fingers" should extend into residential areas where possible.
(1) Varying house configurations on corner lots is encouraged to promote variety
in the street scene and maximize the view of drivers at intersections.
(2) A combination of side -entering and front -entering garages and varied
driveway locations are encouraged to break-up repetitive curb cuts and yard
patterns.
(3) Cul-de-sacs are encouraged to improve neighborhood safety and character.
(4) Guest parking should be located to provide easy access to units.
(5) Four-way intersections within individual projects are discouraged.
(6) Walkways should be provided within multiple -family neighborhoods.
(7) Neighborhoods bordering natural open areas should be sited to maximize
views, but discourage through access.
(8) Recreation areas/greenbelt features should be visible upon entry to
neighborhoods to enhance neighborhood value.
(9) Accent paving to delineate key pedestrian crossings is encouraged.
(10) Maximum use of parking courts are encouraged.
(11) Single-family attached architecture should be designed to project an image of
a single home.
(12) Individual multi -family buildings should be separated sufficiently to provide a
green space image and accommodate walks and other circulation elements.
(13) Within gated neighborhoods sufficient stacking distances at project entries
should be provided.
Community Commercial and Resort Core Site Planning Guidelines
(1) Prominent buildings should be sited in key landmark locations and be easily
accessible and convenient.
(2) Service areas should be sited in little used areas and effectively screened.
(3) Pedestrian access routes between adjacent uses should be incorporated into
the commercial site design, where feasible.
(4) Mixed use areas should be site planned as large pieces and individual uses
integrated to provide functional and cohesive, mixed-use zones.
(5) Pedestrian spaces should be provided by creating plazas, courtyards, urban
parks, and promenades linking commercial use areas.
(6) Parking should be oriented to permit pedestrian flow to shops without having
to cross numerous traffic aisles.
(7) Pedestrian courts are encouraged, especially to accent open area access point
or primary vehicular entry.
(8) The use of landscape areas and green space to separate vehicular traffic from
commercial and office buildings is encouraged.
(9) Provide proper building orientation within mixed-use areas and employ
buffering techniques from incompatible uses, as necessary.
—� (10) Within the resort core complex the shared use of service areas, parking,
access, etc., should be integrated into the design.
f (11) Orient public entrances to be visible from entry streets as much as possible.
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(13) Pedestrian access to adjacent uses should be provided.
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wind and view.
(3) Orientation of development edges should maximize view potential and access to natural
open areas and improved recreation areas. Open area "fingers" should extend into
residential areas where possible.
(4) Varying house configurations on corner lots is encouraged to promote variety in the street
scene and maximize the view of drivers at intersections.
(5) A combination of side -entering and front -entering garages and varied driveway locations
are encouraged to break-up repetitive curb cuts and yard patterns.
(6) Cul-de-sacs are encouraged to improve neighborhood safety and character.
(7) Guest parking should be located to provide easy access to units.
(8) Four-way intersections within individual projects are discouraged.
(9) Walkways should be provided within multiple -family neighborhoods.
(10) Neighborhoods bordering natural open areas should be sited to maximize views, but
discourage through access.
(I 1) Recreation areas/greenbelt features should be visible upon entry to neighborhoods to
enhance neighborhood value.
(12) Accent paving to delineate project entrances and key pedestrian crossings is encouraged.
(1 i) Maximum use of parking courts are encouraged. Avoid long linear stretches of parking.
(14) Single-family attached architecture should be designed to project an image of a single
home.
(15) Individual multi -family buildings should be separated sufficiently to provide a greenspace
image and accommodate walks and other circulation elements.
(16) Within gated neighborhoods sufficient stacking distances at project entries should be
provided.
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P'GAWEST. KSL Desert Resorts, Inc. SPECIFIC PLAN
EXHIBIT 9
(1) Prominent buildings should be sited in key landmark locations and be easily accessible and
convenient.
(2) Service areas should be sited in little used areas and effectively screened.
(3) Pedestrian access routes between adjacent uses should be incorporated into the
commercial site design, where feasible.
(4) Mixed use areas should be site planned as large pieces and individual uses integrated to
provide functional and cohesive, mixed-use zones.
(5) Pedestrian spaces should be provided by creating plazas, courtyards, urban parks, and
promenades.
(6) Parking should be oriented to permit pedestrian flow to shops without having to cross
numerous traffic aisles.
(7) Pedestrian courts are encouraged, especially to accent open area access point or primary
vehicular entry.
(8) The use of landscape areas to separate vehicular traffic from commercial/office buildings is
encouraged.
(9) Provide proper building orientation within mixed-use areas and employ buffering
techniques from incompatible uses, as necessary.
(10) Within the resort core complex the shared use of service areas, parking, access, etc.,
should be integrated into the design.
(11) Orient public entrances to be visible from entry streets as much as possible.
(12) Rooi'equipment should be architecturally screened.
(13) Pedestrian access to adjacent uses should be provided.
COMMUNITY
COMMERCIAL
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SITE PLANNING
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PGA KSL Desert Resorts, Inc. SPECIFIC PLAN
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The goal of landscaping at PGA WEST is to promote a "feeling of oasis" for the
community. It is the intent of the landscape concept to create a lush character with
aesthetic and visual interest consistent with this goal. Use of drought tolerant plant
material is encouraged to aid in the conservation of water while promoting this lush
theme for the prevailing landscape image.
The existing landscape concept of PGA WEST exhibits a predominance of palm
lined boulevards and lush mass plantings. The major landscape improvements
envisioned by the landscape guidelines of the original Specific Plan are in place with
future landscape improvements limited to those associated with the construction of
individual parcels.
To provide guidance to the builders and designers of future projects at PGA
WEST, the following plant material palette is suggested. Species in addition to
those listed below are to be considered in order to provide diversity; however, the
plant material in the list provided have been shown to be relatively successful in the
soil and climatic conditions prevalent at PGA WEST.
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RECOMMENDED PLANT MATERIAL PALETTE
BOTANICAL NAME
COMMON NAME
TREES
Brachychiton populneus
Bottle Tree
Note: Do not plant near pools and patios due to
San Diego Red
debris.
Rosenka
Ceratonia siliqua 1
_ Carob
Cercidium microphyllum
Littleleaf Palo Verde
Cercidium proecox
Sonoran Palo Verde
Chamaerops humillus
Mediterranean Fan Palm
Citrus
Ruby Red Grapefruit,
Lemon, Lime, Naval and
Valencia Oranges
Jacaranda mimosifolia
Jacaranda
Note: Do not plant near patios, driveways,
walkways
or pools and spas due to debris.
Nerum oleander
Oleander
Rhus lancea
African Sumac
Note: Multi -trunk
Schinus Molle
California Pepper
Note: Do not plant near patios or pools and spas due
to debris. Allow adequate room for spreading roots.
Schinus terebinthefolius
Brazilian Pepper
Syagrus romanzoiliianum
Queen Palm
Washingtonia robusta __F�
Mexican Fan Palm
VINES AND GROUND COVER
Aptima
Red Apple
Note: Needs partial shade.
Bougainvillea - Shrub form
Barbara Karst
San Diego Red
Rosenka
Bougainvillea - ground cover
Raspberry Ice
Rosenka
Royal Purple
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Calliandra twee -di
Carissa - ground cover
Pink Powder Puff
Boxwood Beauty
Green Carpet
Rose Ground Cover
Gazania
Ivy
Lantana
Hall's Honeysuckle
Cape Honeysuckle
Star Jasmine
Agapantha
Green Beauty Japanese
Boxwood
Natal Plum Tuttlei
Marguerite
Grandiflora Variegated
Wax Leaf Privet
Pink Lady Petite Salmon
Photinia
Wheeler's Dwarf Variegated
Indian Hawthorne
Ballerina - Deep Pink
Indian Princess - Light Pink
Simplicity
Flower carpet
Gazania
Note: Now comes in burgundy and rose shades as
well
as the usual yellow and orange.
Hedera
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or heat in direct sun.
Lantana -
Lonicera japonica halliana
Tecomaria capensis
Trachelospermum - staked or ground cover
JSHRUBS
Agapantha
Note: Blooms once a year.
Buxus japonica
Carissa
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Chrysanthemum frutescens
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Short-lived perennial; shrub replacement
should be considered. Homeowners like green
betterthan gray -green Euryops.
Ifoliage
japonica
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Euonymus
Ligustrum
Nerium oleander (dwarf)
Photinia frazeri
Pittosporum
Rhaphiolepsis indica
Rose
Note: Comes in red, pink and white and provides
year
long color. Can be trimmed into a hed e. Ex en.
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Pink Powder Puff
Boxwood Beauty
Green Carpet
Rose Ground Cover
Gazania
Ivy
Lantana
Hall's Honeysuckle
Cape Honeysuckle
Star Jasmine
Agapantha
Green Beauty Japanese
Boxwood
Natal Plum Tuttlei
Marguerite
Grandiflora Variegated
Wax Leaf Privet
Pink Lady Petite Salmon
Photinia
Wheeler's Dwarf Variegated
Indian Hawthorne
Ballerina - Deep Pink
Indian Princess - Light Pink
Simplicity
3 ZONING AND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS
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3.1 SPECIFIC PLAN RESIDENTIAL (SPR) USES AND STANDARDS
fI The following sections 3.1.1 through 3.1.3 establish the permitted land uses and
development standards for property designated as Specific Plan Residential (SPR) on the
li Land Use Plan, Exhibit 4 of this Specific Plan
A. Purpose. To provide for the continuing development of low density
neighborhoods (two -to -four units per acre) with single family detached
dwellings on large and medium size lots permitting clustered smaller dwellings,
such as one and two-story single family attached units, townhomes, or
condominiums, with open space.
1 B. Permitted Uses. Permitted uses for lands designated as Specific Plan
Residential (SPR) include single family detached dwellings, single family
attached dwellings, townhomes, condominiums, and including residential and
golf supporting maintenance and office uses.
C. Temporary & Interim Uses. Temporary outdoor event staging facilities and
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On-site Construction and site guard offices including Relocatable buildings
D. Development Standards. The following development standards apply to
property designated as Specific Plan Residential on the Land Use Plan, Exhibit
4.
3.1.1 Single Family Detached Development Standards
Min. Lot Size 6,500 sq/ft
Min. Golf Course Lot Frontage 50 ft.
Min. Off -Golf Lot Frontage 55 ft.
IMax. Structure Height 28 ft.
J Max. No. of Stories 2
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Min. Front Yard Setback (non -garage portions of dwelling) 15 ft.*
Min. Garage Setback 2 5 ft . '
Min. Interior/Exterior Side Yard Setbacks 5/10 ft.
Min. Rear Yard Setback** 10 ft.2
Min. Livable Floor Area Excluding Garage 1400 sq/ft
* Projects with ten or more dwelling units shall incorporate front setbacks varying
between 15 ft. and 25 ft.+ in order to avoid streetscape monotony.
**Swimming pools are allowed to be constructed to rear yard property lines subject to
approval by golf course owner or operator.
20 ft. if "roll -up" type garage door is used. Units with side entry garages shall have a
minimum setback of 15 ft.
2 Units with Golf / Open Space frontage shall allow architectural projections no closer to the
rear yard line than the 10' min. rear yard in any case subject to approval by golf course owner
or operator.
3.1.2 Single Family Attached Development Standards
Min. Lot Size
6,500 sq/ft
Min. Lot Frontage
50 ft.
Max. Structure Height
28 ft.
Max. No. of Stories
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Min, Front Yard Setback (non -garage portions of dwelling)
15 ft.*
Min. Garage Setback
25 ft.'
Min. Interior/Exterior Side Yard Setbacks
5/10 ft.
Min. Rear Yard Setback 15 ft.**
Min. Livable Floor Area Excluding Garage 1400 sq/ft
* Projects with ten or more dwelling units shall incorporate front setbacks varying
between 15 ft. and 25 ft. or more in order to avoid streetscape monotony.
** Projects with thirty or more dwelling units shall incorporate common area pools
including ancillary rest room facilities at a ratio of not less than 1 pool per 30 units.
6 20 ft. if "roll -up" type garage door is used. Units with side entry garages shall have a
minimum setback of 15 ft.
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The following section establishes the permitted land uses and development standards for
property designated as Specific Plan Residential -1 (SPR -1) on the Land Use Plan, Exhibit 4
of this Specific Plan
A. Purpose. To provide for the development and preservation of low density
neighborhoods (two -to -four units per acre) with one-story single family
detached dwellings on large size lots, with open space.
B. Permitted Uses. Permitted uses for lands designated as Specific Plan
Residential -1 (SPR -1) include single family attached and detached dwellings,
townhomes, condominiums, and including residential and golf supporting
maintenance and office uses.
C. Temporary & Interim Uses. Outdoor resort event staging facilities and on-site
Construction and site guard offices including Relocatable buildings.
D. Development Standards. The following development standards apply to
property designated as SPR -1 on the Land Use Plan, Exhibit 4.
3.2.1 Single Family Detached Development Standards (SPR -1)
Min. Lot Size 6,500 sq/ft
Min. Lot Frontage 50 ft.
Max. Structure Height 28 ft.
Max. No. of Stories
Min. Front Yard Setback (non -garage portions of dwelling)
Min. Garage Setback
Min. Interior/Exterior Side Yard Setbacks
Min. Rear Yard Setback
Min. Livable Floor Area Excluding Garage
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25 ft.'
5/10 ft.
10 ft.
1400 sq/ft
3.3.1 Purpose and Intent
J To provide for the development and regulation of medium- to large-scale commercial areas
Jlocated at the intersections of arterial highways as shown on the General Plan. The CC
district is intended to provide for the sale of general merchandise, hardware and building
materials, food, drugs, sundries, personal services, and similar goods and services to meet
the needs of a multi -neighborhood area.
3.3.2 Permitted Uses
The following uses are permitted in the Community Commercial district not to exceed a
F.A.R. of .50.
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* Projects with ten or more dwelling units shall incorporate front setbacks varying
between 15 ft. and 25 ft.+ in order to avoid streetscape monotony.
' 20 ft. if "roll -up" type garage door is used. Units with side entry garages shall have a
minimum setback of 15 ft.
3.2.2 Single Family Attached Development Standards (SPR -1)
Min. Lot Size 6,500 sq/ft
Min. Lot Frontage 50 ft.
Max. Structure Height 28 ft.
Max. No. of Stories 1
Min. Front Yard Setback (non -garage portions of dwelling) 15 ft.*
Min. Garage Setback 25 ft.'
Min. Interior/Exterior Side Yard Setbacks 5/10 ft.
Min. Rear Yard Setback 15 ft.**
Min. Livable Floor Area Excluding Garage 1400 sq/ft
* Projects with ten or more dwelling units shall incorporate front setbacks varying
between 15 ft. and 25 ft. or more in order to avoid streetscape monotony.
** Projects with thirty or more dwelling units shall incorporate common area pools
including ancillary rest room facilities at a ratio of not less than 1 pool per 30 units.
' 20 ft. if "roll -up" type garage door is used. Units with side entry garages shall have a
minimum setback of 15 ft.
3.3 COMMUNITY COMMERCIAL USES AND STANDARDS
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designated as Community Commercial (CC) on the Land Use Plan, Exhibit 4 of this Specific Plan
3.3.1 Purpose and Intent
J To provide for the development and regulation of medium- to large-scale commercial areas
Jlocated at the intersections of arterial highways as shown on the General Plan. The CC
district is intended to provide for the sale of general merchandise, hardware and building
materials, food, drugs, sundries, personal services, and similar goods and services to meet
the needs of a multi -neighborhood area.
3.3.2 Permitted Uses
The following uses are permitted in the Community Commercial district not to exceed a
F.A.R. of .50.
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A. General Retail
Wholesale/Retail stores under 10,000 sq/ft floor area per business
Retail stores', 10,000-50,000 sq/ft floor area
Retail stores', over 50,000 sq/ft floor area
Food, liquor, and convenience stores under 10,000 sq/ft floor area.
Food, liquor, and convenience stores under 10,000 sq/ft floor area, open 18 or
more hours/day'
Showroom/catalog stores
B. General Services
Barber shops, beauty, nail and tanning salons and similar uses
Miscellaneous services such as travel services, photo developing, videotape
rentals, shoe repair, appliance repair, and similar uses
Laundromats and dry cleaners -- except central cleaning plants
Printing, blueprinting and copy'services
' Other than convenience stores. Items sold may include clothing, groceries, meat, drugs,
jewelry, sundries, office supplies, pets, furniture, appliances, hardware, building
materials (except lumber yards), and similar retail items.
2 With no consumption of alcohol on the premises.
C. Office Uses and Health Services
Banks
General and professional offices
Medical offices -- physicians, dentists, optometrists, chiropractors, and similar
practitioners
J Medical centers/clinics -- four or more offices in one building
Surgicenters
D. Dining, Drinking, and Entertainment Uses
Restaurants, other than drive-thru
Restaurants, drive-thru
Restaurants, counter take-out with ancillary seating, such as yogurt, ice cream,
pastry shops, and similar
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Government offices and police stations
F. Temporary & Interim Uses.
Temporary outdoor event staging facilities
On-site Construction and site guard offices
Relocatable buildings.
3.3.3 Development Standards
The following development standards apply to property designated as Community
Commercial on the Land Use Plan, Exhibit 4.
Maximum Structure Height @ Site Center (ft.) 40 ft.'
Maximum Number of Stories 3
Maximum Floor Area Ratio .50 ft.Z
Minimum Perimeter Building/Landscape Setback (ft.) 10//153
Minimum Setback from Interior Property Lines (ft.) 0
1 Height buffer zones shall be established for commercial building pads abutting existing
residential units to minimize viewshed impacts from building height. Site design criteria
shall include the use of landscaping, parking areas, and circulation to offset building sites
from the perimeter of the Community Commercial site.
2 Floor Area Ratio means the gross floor area of all buildings divided by the building site area.
3 Landscape setback shall consist of landscaped area within the building setback. Number
given is minimum landscaped setback from the street right-of-way. The remaining building
setback may contain parking, driveways, and similar facilities. In addition to above
landscape setbacks, interior landscaping shall be required as a percentage of the net project
area as follows: parking areas: min. 15 percent; non -parking areas: min. 5 percent (also see
Section 9.100.050).
3.3.4 Landscape Standards
A. Landscape Plans. A landscape and irrigation plan shall be prepared and
implemented for all development projects. Landscaping shall consist primarily
of trees, shrubs, vines, groundcover, inert materials, or any combination
thereof.
B. Landscaping Standards. Landscaping shall be installed and maintained in
accordance with the following standards:
1. In addition to the perimeter landscape setbacks required per Section
3.5.3 of this Specific Plan, interior landscaping shall be provided as
follows:
JLandscaping
equal to five percent of the net project area to be provided within
1 Landscaping equal to 15 percent of the net project area shall be
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within parking areas. Parking area landscaping shall be in
accordance with the requirements of Section 9.150.080 (Parking
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Facility Design Standards) of the City of La Quinta Zoning Code.
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equal to five percent of the net project area to be provided within
non -parking areas, such as next to buildings.
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vehicular areas by a curb at least six inches higher than the parking or
vehicular area to prevent damage to the landscaped area.
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B. Permanent automatic irrigation facilities shall be provided for all permanent
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areas.
JC. All landscaping shall be maintained in a neat, clean and healthy condition at all
times, including proper pruning, mowing of lawns, weeding, removal of litter,
fertilizing, replacement of plants when necessary, and regular watering.
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Section 9.100.030 (Fences and Walls) of the City of La Quinta Zoning Code
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1 3.4 TOURIST COMMERCIAL USES AND STANDARDS
3.4.1 Purpose and Intent. To provide for the development and regulation of a
narrow range of specialized commercial uses oriented to tourist and resort activity,
located in areas designated on the General Plan. Representative land uses include
destination resort hotels, conference -oriented hotels and motels, eating and drinking
establishments, accessory retail and personal service shops, and recreational uses.
3.4.2 Permitted Uses. The following uses are permitted in the Tourist Commercial
District not to exceed a F.A.R. of .70:
A. Retail Uses
Wholesale/Retail stores under 10,000 sq/ft floor area per business
Food , liquor and convenience stores under 10,000 sq. ft. floor area.
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B. General Commercial Uses
C. Office Uses and Health Services
Barber shops, beauty, nail and tanning salons and similar uses
Banks and lending institutions
Miscellaneous services such as travel services, photo"developing, videotape
General and professional offices
rentals, shoe repair, appliance repair, and similar uses
Medical offices -- physicians, dentists, optometrists, chiropractors, and similar
Laundromats and dry cleaners -- except central cleaning plants
practitioners
Printing, blueprinting, copy services and mobile office uses.
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C. Office Uses and Health Services
Banks and lending institutions
General and professional offices
Medical offices -- physicians, dentists, optometrists, chiropractors, and similar
practitioners
Medical centers/clinics -- four or more offices in one building
Health spa and clinics
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D. Dining, Drinking, and Entertainment Uses
Pool/spa and Water Park uses
Restaurants, other than drive-thru
Restaurants, drive-thru
Restaurants, counter take-out with ancillary seating, such as yogurt, ice cream,
- pastry shops, and similar
Bars, taverns, and cocktail lounges
ILive entertainment as a principal use
Live entertainment as an accessory use
Theaters, live or motion picture --indoor or outdoor
E. Recreation Uses
Bowling, pool or billiard centers as a principal use
Pool or billiard tables as accessory use (3 tables or less)
Game machines, as allowed by local and state statute
Golf courses and country clubs
Tennis clubs or complexes
Health clubs
F. Public and Semi -Public Uses
Library and museum uses
Parks, unlighted playfields, and open space
Bicycle, equestrian and hiking trails
Swimming pools
Show animal arenas
G. Residential and Lodging Uses
Townhome and Multi -family residential uses in accordance with Specific Plan
Amendment 1 and modifications to Specific Plan Amendment 1 within this
document.
Hotel uses in accordance with Specific Plan Amendment 1
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Private parking lots/garages as an accessory use to residential and lodging uses.
Signs in accordance with City of La Quinta, Zoning Code, Chapter 9.160.
Antennas and satellite dishes.
Portable outdoor vending uses (such as flower stands).
Incidental products or services for employees or businesses, such as child day
care, cafeterias and business support uses.
I. Temporary & Interim Uses
Temporary outdoor event staging facilities
On-site Construction and site guard offices
Relocatable buildings
3.4.3 Resort Hotel Development Standards
The following development standards apply to property designated as Tourist
Commercial on the Land Use Plan, Exhibit 4.
Hotel Development Standards
Maximum building height
65 ft.
Maximum number of stories
6
Minimum building/landscape setback from:
perimeter street rights-of-way
20/15 ft
abutting residential, OS and GC districts
10/0 ft.
Minimum building setback from interior property
lines within the same project
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Hotel Commercial Development Standards
Maximum building height 40 ft.
Maximum number of stories in an all -commercial use building 3'
Minimum building setback from:
PGA Blvd. street rights-of-way 15 ft
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Commercial serving street rights-of-way loft
abutting residential, O -S afd-fes-districts - - 15/0 ft.
Min. Exterior Side Yard Setbacks between buildings 10 ft.
U' Commercial uses are allowed on any floor of the Resort Hotel structures.
* Projects with ten or more dwelling units shall incorporate front setbacks
varying between 15 ft. and 25 ft. or more in order to avoid streetscape monotony.
' 20 ft. if "roll -up" type garage door is used. Units with side entry garages shall have a
minimum setback of 15 ft.
3.4.4 Landscape Standards
A. Landscape Plans. A landscape and irrigation plan shall be prepared and
implemented for all development projects. Landscaping shall consist primarily
of trees, shrubs, vines, groundcover, inert materials, or any combination
thereof.
B. Landscaping Standards. Landscaping shall be installed and maintained in
accordance with the following standards:
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Hotel Residential Development Standards
Min. Land Area per Unit for Multifamily Dwellings
1500 sq/ft
Min. Project Size for Multifamily Projects
10,000 sq/ft
Min. Frontage for Multifamily Projects
100 ft.
Max. Structure Height
40 ft.
Max. No. of Stories
3
Min. Front Yard Setback (non -garage portions of dwelling)
15 ft.*
Min. Garage Setback for Single Family Attached
25 ft.'
Min. Interior/Exterior Side Yard Setbacks
10/15 ft.
Min. Rear Yard Setback
20 ft.
Max. Lot Coverage
80%
Min. Livable Floor Area Excluding Garage
750 sq/ft
* Projects with ten or more dwelling units shall incorporate front setbacks
varying between 15 ft. and 25 ft. or more in order to avoid streetscape monotony.
' 20 ft. if "roll -up" type garage door is used. Units with side entry garages shall have a
minimum setback of 15 ft.
3.4.4 Landscape Standards
A. Landscape Plans. A landscape and irrigation plan shall be prepared and
implemented for all development projects. Landscaping shall consist primarily
of trees, shrubs, vines, groundcover, inert materials, or any combination
thereof.
B. Landscaping Standards. Landscaping shall be installed and maintained in
accordance with the following standards:
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1. In addition to the perimeter landscape setbacks required per Section
-3.5-3 3 ofthis--Specifrc Plan, interior landscaping -shall -be -provided -as -----------
follows:
2. Landscaping equal to 10 percent of the net project area shall be
provided within parking areas.
3. Landscaping equal to five percent of the net project area to be provided
within non -parking areas, such as next to buildings.
4. Perimeter landscape setbacks may be credited toward the interior
landscaping requirement subject to the approval of the City of La Quinta
Community Development Director.
E. All landscaping shall be maintained in a neat, clean and healthy condition at all
times, including proper pruning, mowing of lawns, weeding, removal of litter,
fertilizing, replacement of plants when necessary, and regular watering.
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Section 9.100.030 (Fences and Walls) of the City of La Quinta Zoning Code
or as approved by the City of La Quinta Director of Community Development.
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areas by a curb at least six inches higher than the parking or vehicular area to
prevent damage to the landscaped area.
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areas, where applicable.
E. All landscaping shall be maintained in a neat, clean and healthy condition at all
times, including proper pruning, mowing of lawns, weeding, removal of litter,
fertilizing, replacement of plants when necessary, and regular watering.
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Section 9.100.030 (Fences and Walls) of the City of La Quinta Zoning Code
or as approved by the City of La Quinta Director of Community Development.
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3.5 GOLF COURSE OPEN SPACE USES AND STANDARDS
3.5.1 Purpose and Intent
To provide for the protection and preservation of golf course open space areas within
the PGA WEST community.
3.5.2 Permitted Uses
The following uses shall be permitted in the areas designated as Golf Course Open
Space on the Land Use Plan, Exhibit 4.
A. Open Space and Recreation Uses
Open Space
Clubhouses and community pools/cabanas
Tennis courts or complexes, public or private
Golf courses and country clubs, including clubhouses and other customary
accessory uses
Golf courses without above -ground structures, including fairways, greens,
tees, and golf -cart paths
B. Accessory Uses
Signs, subject to Chapter 9.160 of the City of La Quinta Zoning Code
Fences and walls, subject to Section 9.100.030 of the City of La Quinta
Zoning Code
Satellite dish and other antennas, subject to Section 9.100.070 of the City of
La Quinta Zoning Code
C. Temporary Uses'& Interim Uses
Temporary outdoor event staging facilities
On-site Construction and site guard offices
Relocatable buildings
D. Other Uses
Communication towers and equipment, subject to Chapter 9.170 of the City of
La Quinta Zoning Code
Water wells and pumping stations
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11 Water tanks and reservoirs
Public flood control facilities and devices
3.5.3 Development Standards
The following development standards apply to the construction of ancillary buildings
for golf operations on property designated as Golf Course / Open Space on the Land
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abutting commercial and other non -residentially zoned property
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3.6 OFF-STREET PARKING REQUIREMENTS
The off-street parking requirements for PGA WEST shall be as set forth
in Chapter
9.150 of the City of La Quinta Zoning Code.
3.7 DEVELOPMENT REVIEW PERMITS AND PROCESS
The permits, approval process and required findings for development with PGA
l WEST shall be as set forth in Chapters 9.200 and 9.210 of the City of La Quinta
Zoning Code. In addition, the following shall apply:
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3.7.1 Prior to the issuance of a building permit for construction of any use
contemplated by this specific plan, the applicant shall first obtain approval of plot
plans and/ or tentative maps in accordance with the requirements of the Municipal
Land Use and Land Division Ordinances of the City of La Quinta.
l 3.7.2 The applicant shall comply with the latest Uniform Building Code, as adopted
j by the City of La Quinta. The appropriate seismic design criteria will be adhered to
I� and will depend upon the type and use of the proposed structure and the underlying
geologic conditions.
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3.7.3 Permit applications shall comply with the requirements and standards of
Chapter 9 of the City of La Quinta Municipal Code, unless otherwise modified by
these conditions.
3.7.4 Prior to issuance of a building permit for any of the residential units as either
models or production units, the final working drawings for the structures and
landscaping and irrigation (for lots to be developed) shall be submitted to the
Community Development Department for review and approval.
3.7.5 All units shall have a minimum garage space which is at least 20 feet by 20 feet
clear inside.
3.7.6 Prior to the issuance of a grading or building permit for construction of any
building or use contemplated by this Specific Plan, the applicant shall obtain permits
and/or clearance as required from the following public agencies:
Fire Marshal
Public works department (Grading Permit, Improvement Permit)
Community Development Department
Riverside Co. Environmental Health Department
Coachella Valley Water District
Imperial Irrigation District
California Regional Water Quality Control Board (NPDES Permit)
3.7.7 Prior to the issuance of a grading or building permit for construction of any
building or use contemplated by this Specific Plan, the applicant shall provide or show
there exists a water system capable of delivering 1000 gpm for a two hour duration at
20 PSI residual operating pressure. This operating pressure must be available before
any combustible material is placed on the job site.
3.7.8 Fire Department access roads shall be provided to within 150 -feet of each
building. Dead-end roads in excess of 150 -feet shall be equipped with a turn -around
or other fire access acceptable to the Fire Marshal. All fire apparatus access roads
shall have an unobstructed width of not less that 20 -feet.
3.7.9 Whenever access into private property is controlled through use of gates,
barriers, guard houses or similar means, provision shall be made to facilitate access by
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emergency vehicles in a manner approved b the Fire Department. All controlled
access devices that are power operated shall have a Knox Box over -ride system
capable of opening the gate when activated by a special key located in emergency
vehicles. Devices shall be equipped with backup power facilities to operate in the
event of power failure. All controlled access devices that are not power operated
shall also be approved by the Fire Department. Minimum opening width shall be 16 -
feet with a minimum vertical clearance of 15 -feet.
3.7.10 Graded but undeveloped land shall be maintained to prevent dust and
blowsand nuisances. The land shall be planted with interim landscaping or provided
with other wind and water erosion control measures approved by the Community
Development Departments.
3.7.11 The applicant shall comply with the City's Flood Protection Ordinance.
3.7.12 A grading plan shall be prepared by a registered civil engineer and must meet
the approval of the City Engineer prior to issuance of a grading permit.
3.7.13 The grading plan shall conform with the recommendations of the soils report
and shall be certified as adequate by a soils engineer or an engineering geologist. A
statement shall appear on the final map(s), if any are required of this development,
that a soils report has been prepared pursuant to Section 17953 of the Health and
Safety Code.
3.7.14 The development shall be graded to conform with the approved hydrology
report and plan for Specific Plan 83-002, PGA WEST.
3.7.15 All existing and proposed utilities within or immediately adjacent to the
proposed development, shall be installed underground. High voltage power lines
which the power authority will not accept underground are exempt from this
requirement.
3.7.16 In areas where hardscape surface improvements are planned, underground
utilities shall be installed prior to construction f the surface improvements. The
applicant shall provide certified reports of utility trench compaction tests for approval
of the City Engineer.
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3.7.17 Improvement plans for parking lots, driveways and access gates shall be
prepared by a registered civil engineer. -Improvements shall be designed and
constructed in accordance with the La Quinta Municipal Code, adopted Standard and
Supplemental Drawings and Specifications, and as approved by the City Engineer.
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Pavement sections shall be based on a Caltrans design procedure for a 20 year life and
shall consider soil strength and anticipated traffic loading, including site and building
construction traffic. The minimum pavement sections shall be as follows:
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Residential &Parking Areas 3.0"a.c./4.50"a.b.
Collector 4.0"/5.00"
Secondary Arterial 4.0"/6.00"
Primary Arterial 4.5"/6.00"
Major Arterial 5.5"/6.50"
3.8 SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENTS
This Specific Plan may be amended in accordance with the procedures set forth in Chapter
9.240 of the City of La Quinta Zoning Code.
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4 CONSISTENCY WITH THE GENERAL PLAN
California Government Code (Title 7, Division 1, Chapter 3, Article 8, Section 65450 -
65457) permits the adoption and administration of specific plans as an implementation tool
Yl for elements contained in the local general plan. Specific plans must demonstrate
consistency in regulations, guidelines and programs with the goals and policies set forth in
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.� The City of La Quinta General Plan contains the following elements: Land Use,
Circulation, Open Space, Parks and Recreation, Environmental Conservation,
dd Infrastructure and Public Services, Environmental Hazards, Air Quality and Housing. Each
element of the General Plan contains a summary of key issues which direct and guide that
element's goals and policies. The summary of key issues is used in this Specific Plan as the
basis for evaluating the Specific Plan's consistency with the General Plan. Applicable key
issues are stated below followed by a statement of how the Specific Plan conforms thereto.
4.1 LAND USE ELEMENT
• Maintaining the City's low density residential character with a balance of supporting
commercial and community facilities.
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The Land Use Plan of the PGA WEST Specific Plan designates the majority of
the site as Low Density Residential. Supporting commercial development is also
encouraged within the Community Commercial district of the Specific Plan.
• The City enjoys a reputation as a desirable locale. The City's unique and attractive
character stems from a combination of its environmental setting near the mountains,
(and) its resort image...
The PGA WEST Master Plan has been based on a foundation of nationally
recognized resort golf events capitalizing on and reinforcing the City's unique
setting.
• Commercial development should be placed in locations which benefit the overall
welfare of the City. Commercial uses ... should respect the character and be sensitive
to the nature of the surrounding uses.
- The Community Commercial Plan locates commercial uses at the main entry to
the project. Zoning and design guidelines ensure that these uses will be
compatible with surrounding uses.
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- As the community con�ffueg-to-build=out, putential iacompatibi-fities-between-land----
uses will need to be addressed. Visual, audible and odoriferous impacts will have to
be addressed through design, buffering, screening and other mitigation techniques.
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• The trend of walled residential subdivisions has resulted in many types of perimeter
Dwall treatments in the City. The design of these walls and other elements of the
streetscape should be coordinated to create more of a continuous appearance
(� throughout the entire community.
I - The perimeter wall treatment in place at PGA West establishes a consistent
theme and is the foundation for thematic wall treatments envisioned by the City
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• Development should not be allowed on hillsides nor alluvial fan areas to protect the
IIscenic resources of the City.
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• Open space areas should be inclusive of hillside areas, water courses, golf courses and
improved and natural park areas.
4.2 CIRCULATION ELEMENT
J Roadway classifications and design standards should be based on current estimates of
I buildout land use reflecting approved development projects.
• Traffic impacts resulting from development should be identified through a mandatory
traffic impact analysis process.
- Development projects at PGA WEST are subject to this requirement through the
process established in 3.7 of this Specific Plan.
• Pedestrian and bicycle networks should be developed which link activity centers in
order to facilitate recreational walking and biking and to establish non -automotive
transportation as a viable alternative to driving.
- Internal bicycle and pedestrian trails are incorporated in the Circulation Plan
for PGA WEST.
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4.3 OPEN SPACE ELEMENT
• Development on hillsides and alluvial fan areas should be restricted to protect the
scenic, topographical and cultural resources of the City.
- The Specific Plan designates the hillside portions of PGA WEST as
Conservation. The Arnold Palmer Golf Course constructed in a portion of the
hillside area allows for man's interaction with the hillside open space resource
in an environmentally responsible manner.
• Open space should be defined to include hillside areas, alluvial fans, water courses,
golf courses, and natural park areas. Natural, improved and unimproved types of
open space should be included within the definition.
• As a link to the City's cultural past, elements of existing citrus orchards, date palm
groves and farming areas should be preserved.
• Permitted land uses and standards for development in open space and watercourse
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• Park and recreation uses should be located in proximity to residential uses to facilitate
pedestrian access and should include the provision of appropriate facilities.
• An integrated bicycle network and well functioning pedestrian path system should be
provided in La Quinta.
• Sewage effluent should be utilized for large turf (i.e., golf course, active recreation)
areas and drought tolerant plant species should be used to reduce the impact on the
potable water supply of the City.
4.5 ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION ELEMENT
• Development on hillsides and alluvial fan areas should be restricted to protect the
- scenic, topographical and archaeological resources of the City.
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• Scenic corridors, vistas and viewsheds of the Santa Rosa and Coral Reef Mountains,
as well as views toward a San Gorgorio-ass,-should-be-preserved ani enhanced-
• Utility resources should be conserved utilizing a variety of feasible strategies.
- Recycled wastewater will be utilized at PGA WEST to supplement irrigation
demands once economically available to minimize water consumption.
• The City should be protected from the adverse impacts of stormwater runoff,
including property damage as well as water quality.
- The golf courses are designed with basins within the corridors to provide storm
water retention duringflooding.
Zooding.
• Permitted land uses and standards for development in open space and watercourse
areas should be identified.
- Golf course use is an ideal land use to combine watershed with openspace.
• The quality and quantity of groundwater should be protected and maintained. Water
conservation efforts should be maintained, expanded and implemented..
4.6 INFRASTRUCTURE AND PUBLIC SERVICES ELEMENT
• Utility resources should be conserved utilizing a variety of feasible strategies.
• Curbs and gutters should be provided on roads to collect and convey storm and
nuisance water to appropriate stormwater drainage facilities.
• The undergrounding of utilities within roadway rights-of-way or existing easements
should be required for new development...
• Adequate levels of law enforcement, fire protection, health care services and facilities
should be provided in reasonable proximity to City residents.
• The recycling, reduction and reuse of waste generated in the City should be
supported by the City.
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1 • The frequent collection of solid waste and adequate disposal should be provided to
—keep the City clean and-disease--free.-
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4.7 ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS ELEMENT
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• The standards for development should be carefully regulated to minimize structural
damage and loss of life (from earthquakes), even though the City is located in a low
intensity groundshaking zone.
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• The future development on hillsides and alluvial fan areas should be restricted to
protect the loss of life and minimize damage to property resulting from geologic
instability during seismic events.
• The development of areas located within 100 -year floodplain boundaries and not
protected by existing stormwater facilities should be addressed.
• Subsidence hazards for the eastern portion of the City due to its location within a
region characterized by potential soil liquefaction during severe groundshaking should
be reduced if possible.
• Noise mitigation should be considered with all development near arterial streets.
• The factors that contribute to the increased risk of fire hazard should be reduced to
protect La Quinta citizens and structures from fire damage.
• The effects of light pollution should be minimized within the City.
4.8 AIR QUALITY ELEMENT
• The stationary and mobile source of air quality impacts associated with new
development should be addressed.
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