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PREPARED FOR:
The City of La Quinta, California
APPLICANT:
KSL Desert Resorts, Inc.
56-140 PGA Blvd., La Quinta, California 92253
PREPARED BY:
Forrest K. Haag, ASLA, Inc.
Landscape Architecture - Land Planning
1254 North Coast Highway
Laguna Beach, CA 92651
Print Date: March 2001
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PROJECT TECHNICAL TEAM
OWNERS REPRESENTATIVE
Mr. S. Chevis Hosea
V.P. Land Development & Real Estate
KSL Land Corporation
55-920 PGA Boulevard
La Quinta, CA 92253
PLANNING, APPROVALS & LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE
Forrest K. Haag, ASLA, Inc.
Landscape Architecture - Land Planning
1254 N. Coast Highway
Laguna Beach, CA 92651
ENGINEERING
MDS Engineering
17320 Redhill Avenue Suite 350
Irvine, CA 92714-5644
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 INTRODUCTION
1.1 Executive Summary.............................................1.1
1.2 Purpose nd Intent...............................................1.2
1.3 Project Setting ................... . ..............................1.3
1.4 Project History.................................................1.4
1.5 Enabling Legislation.............................................1.6
1.6 California Environmental Quality Act Compliance ...................1.6
2 PLANS, PROGRAMS, AND GUIDELINES
2.1
Community Concept............................................2.1
2.1.1 Planning Area Breakdown.................................2.2
2.2
Land Use......................................................2.3
2.2.1 Land Use/General Plan Context ........................
. ...2.3
2.2.2 Existing General Plan/Land Use ............................2.4
2.2.3 Proposed General Plan/Land Use ...........................2.5
2.3
Zoning.......................................................2.6
2.3.1 Existing Zoning..........................................2.6
2.3.2 Proposed Zoning.........................................2.7
2.4
The Master Plan of Land Use.....................................2.8
2.4.1 Land Use By Planning Area ...............................2.11
2.5
Circulation Plan . ................... . ...........................2.26
2.5.1 Offsite Improvements .....................................2.26
2.5.2 Onsite Improvements .....................................2.27
2.6
Conservation, Open Space, and Recreation Plan
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2.6.1 Conservation ............................................2.30
2.6.2 Open Space .............................................2.34
2.6.3 Recreation ..............................................2.34
2.7
Infrastructure and Utilities Plan ...................................2.34
2.7.1 Water ..................................................2.35
2.7.2 Sanitary Sewage .........................................2.36
2.7.3 Public Utilities ...........................................2.36
2.7.4 Refuse Collection .........................................2.38
2.7.5 Schools .................................................2.38
2.7.6 Law Enforcement ........................................2.38
2.7.7 Fire Protection ...........................................2.39
2.7.8 City Administration ................................
......2.39
2.7.9 Library Facilities .........................................2.39
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2.8 Resort Community Design Guidelines ..............................2.40
Specific plan Overlay Districts ................. . ..................3.1
2.8.1
General Architectural and Siting Guidelines ..................2.43
3.1.1 Planning Area I ..........................................3.3
2.8.2
Residential Site Planning Guidelines ........................2.45
3.1.2 Planning Area II.........................................3.9
2.8.3
Residential Design Criteria ......................... .
... . ..2.46
2.8.4
Residential Site Planning Criteria ...........................2.49
3.1.4 Planning Area IV .........................................3.13
2.8.5
Tourist Commercial Site Planning Guidelines .................2.52
3.1.5 Planning Area V .........................................3.14
2.8.6
Commercial Design Criteria ...............................2.53
Golf Course and Open Space Uses and Standards ....................3.15
2.8.7
Commercial Site Planning Criteria ............ . .............2.56
Development Review Permits and Process ..........................3.16
2.8.8
The Spa Site Planning Criteria ............ . .................2.58
3.3.1-3.3.16 ....................................................3.16
2.8.9
Landscape Guidelines .....................................2.59
Off -Street Parking Requirements ...................................3.19
3 ZONING AND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS
3.1
Specific plan Overlay Districts ................. . ..................3.1
3.1.1 Planning Area I ..........................................3.3
3.1.2 Planning Area II.........................................3.9
3.1.3 Planning Area III ........ . . . ..........................
. ...3.12
3.1.4 Planning Area IV .........................................3.13
3.1.5 Planning Area V .........................................3.14
3.2
Golf Course and Open Space Uses and Standards ....................3.15
3.3
Development Review Permits and Process ..........................3.16
3.3.1-3.3.16 ....................................................3.16
3.4
Off -Street Parking Requirements ...................................3.19
3.5
Density Transfer Provisions .......................................3.20
3.6
Specific Plan Relationship to EIR for Subsequent Approvals ............3.21
3.7
Specific Plan Amendments .......................................3.21
3.7.1 Specific Plan Amendment Procedures .......................3.21
3.7.1.1 Changes That Do Not Require A Specific Plan Amendment3.22
3.7.1.2 Changes That Require A Specific Plan Amendment
......3.22
4 GENERAL PLAN CONSISTENCY
4.1 Land Use Element .......... . ....................................4.1
4.2 Circulation Element.............................................4.3
4.3 Open Space Element.............................................4.4
4.4 Park and Recreation Element......................................4.4
4.5 Environmental Conservation Element..............................4.5
4.6 Infrastructure and Public Services Element ................. . ........4.6
4.7 Environmental Hazards Element ............... . ..................4.7
4.8 Air Quality Element.............................................4.7
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EXHIBIT LIST
Exhibit 1
Regional Location Map ....................................
1.2
Exhibit 2
Site Vicinity Map .........................................
1.3
Exhibit 3
Community Concept Plan .................................
2.1
Exhibit 4
Planning Area Breakdown .................................
2.2
Exhibit 5
Existing General Plan/Land Use ............................
2.4
Exhibit 6
Proposed General Plan/Land Use ........................... 2.5
Exhibit 7
Existing Zoning ..........................................
2.6
Exhibit 8
Proposed Zoning .........................................
2.7
Exhibit 9
Existing Land Use Plan ....................................
2.9
Exhibit 10
Proposed Land Use Plan ..................................
2.10
Exhibit 11
Spa Graphic .............................................
2.13
Exhibit 12
Spa Elevations ...........................................
2.14
Exhibit 13
Eisenhower Roadway Section ..............................
2.26
Exhibit 14
Avenue 50 Roadway Section ...............................
2.27
Exhibit 15
Neighborhood Street ......................................
2.27
Exhibit 16
Existing Circulation Plan ...............................
. .. 2.28
Exhibit 17
Proposed Circulation .....................................
2.29
Exhibit 18
Resort Entry Drive .......................................
2.31
Exhibit 19
Existing and Proposed Infrastructure ........................
2.37
CONCEPT PLAN
Exhibit 20 Esperanza Village - Concept Site Plan
Exhibit 21 Esperanza Village - Entry and Site Amenities
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LIST OF TABLES
Table 1 Planning Area I - Land Use
La Quinta Resort Grounds ....................................2.16
Table 2 Planning Area II - Approved Land Use
La Quinta Resort & Residential Grounds ........................2.18
Table 3 Planning Area III - Approved Land Use
Santa Rosa Cove & Residential ................................2.20
Table 4 Planning Area IV - Approved Land Use
La Quinta Resort Golf Course ................ . ................2.22
Table 5 Planning Area V - Approved Land Use
OpenSpace ................................................2.24
Table 6 Summary Totals
Existing Land Use ...........................................2.25
Proposed Land Use ..........................................2.25
Table 7 Recommended Plant Material Palette ...........................2.64
Table 8 Parking Space Dimensions ...................................3.20
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1 INTRODUCTION
1.1 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The La Quinta Resort Specific Plan is organized in four sections.
Section 1, Introduction; Provides an overview of the document, project setting and histo-
ry, 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
the Land Use Plan and related plan exhibits. This section of the Specific Plan establishes
the land use policy for La Quinta Resort Specific Plan area and provides the design guide-
lines which set design and development criteria and direction for individual projects with-
in the specific plan boundary.
Section 3, Zoning and Development Regulations; Establishes the zoning applicable to land
within the La Quinta Resort plan area boundary. Development Regulations are presented
for each Planning Area within the Specific Plan boundary.
Section 4, General Plan Consistency; Uses the key land use issues statement of each ele-
ment of the City of La Quinta General Plan as the basis for evaluating the consistency of
the La Quinta Resort Specific Plan with the General Plan.
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1.2 PURPOSE AND INTENT
The Specific Plan presented herein is a comprehensive document to guide future develop-
ment of the La Quinta Resort and associated property within the plan area boundary. This
document establishes development plans, guidelines and development regulations for the
project plan area. The La Quinta Resort Specific Plan (LRSP) is intended to insure a qual-
ity development consistent with the goals, objectives, and policies of the City of La Quinta
General Plan and The various developers of the property
The Specific Plan is intended to guide the character, design and standards of development
at La Quinta Resort and within the Specific Plan area. It is meant to provide a degree of
flexibility to allow future development to respond to the changes in society and the eco-
nomic marketplace which will occur over the build out period of the project area. 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 estab-
lishes the regulations and standards which serve as the zoning for the property.
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1.3 PROJECT REGIONAL SETTING
The Specific Plan boundary is within the City of La Quinta, a 31.18 square mile municipal-
ity located in the southwestern portion of the Coachella Valley. The City is bounded on the
west by the City of Indian Wells, on the East, by the City of Indio and Riverside County,
on the north by Riverside County, and federal and County lands to the south. The City of
La Quinta was incorporated in 1982.
The LRSP Area is located on the gently sloping floor of the Coachella Valley and is entire-
ly within the corporate limits of the City of La Quinta. The site is currently designated for
Low and Medium Density Residential, Tourist Commercial and Golf Course and Open
Space uses by the City of La Quinta General Plan.
Property adjacent to La Quinta Resort is designated by the General Plan for a variety of
land uses including:
• Low Density Residential
• Medium Density Residential
• Santa Rosa Mountains Open Space
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1.4 PROJECT SETTING
The history of the project site centers around the development of the original La Quinta
Hotel after which the City of La Quinta is named. A detailed historical analysis and inven-
tory of the Resort has been prepared at the request of the La Quinta Community
Development Department and is presented in its entirety Appendix II and is summarized
herein.
HISTORY OF THE LA QUINTA HOTEL RESORT
The La Quinta Hotel Resort is located below the Santa Rosa Mountains in the City of La
Quinta within Southern California's Coachella Valley (Riverside County). Sited in a cove
the hotel's location was sheltered from raging desert winds and offers a mild and pleasant
winter climate.
According to local lore the hotel began as the shared vision of two World War I soldiers.
Walter Morgan and Fred Ickes promised to seek out the "driest, warmest, most enjoyable
climate" as they battled on the bitter cold European front line. Morgan followed their
dream to the Southern California desert and came across La Quinta's sheltered cove area.
In 1926 construction of the Main Hotel and the first 6 guest cottages, known as the
"Casitas" began. Morgan's vision included the landscape and grounds as significant ele-
ments of the resort experience. The building placement and their relationship to each
other and natural features of the desert environment was carefully considered and execut-
ed by Kaufmann. Morgan also hired golfer Norman Beth to design a 9 -hole golf course on
the hotel grounds.
The 20 casitas built in 1926 and 1927 (containing room numbers 101 to 151) survive with a
few superficial alterations, along with the oval concrete pathway configurations from the
original landscaping design.
Subsequent development alterations to the site are summarized below.
SPECIFIC PLAN APPROVAL HISTORY
Specific Plan 121-E, The La Quinta Cove Golf Club was approved in'(1975 by the Riverside
County Board of Supervisors. The project proposal was supplemented with a supporting
EIR (EIR 41) which was certified in conjunction with the original Specific Plan approval.
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The plan proposal was processed for the Eikee Corporation to enlarge the hotel complex in
the early 1970's. The plan authorized construction of 637 condominium units, 420 hotel
rooms (76 rooms existed), 27 -hole golf course with clubhouse, and service facilities on 619+
acres. The specific plan was approved by the Board of Supervisors of Riverside County in
1975. At the request of the subsequent owner / developer, Landmark Land Company, the
master plan layout was subsequently amended in 1982 to allow an addition of 279 condo-
minium units and 146 hotel rooms. The revised plan was approved to increase project
acreage to 638 + acres and add additional dwelling units and hotel rooms. The revised
plan increased the project to 916 condominium units and 642 hotel rooms for a total of
1,558 units. The City of La Quinta accepted the Specific Plan (amendment 3) and develop-
ment plan in 1982. An environmental assessment was prepared for the 1982 revision,
which resulted in the adoption of a Negative Declaration.
Tract Map 14496 was processed in 1979 by Landmark Land Company to allow 591 single
family condominium units on 122 acres. The subdivided portions excluded the golf course
lots created by Parcel Map 14273. This tract included all properties west of Eisenhower
Drive and was proposed to be built in seven phases. However, only three phases were
built. This area makes up the Santa Rosa Cove project. The other existing residential areas
were remapped under separate subdivision map applications (i.e., Tracts 21120, 25237, and
23813).
In December 1987, Plot Plan 87-387 was approved by the City expanding the hotel by 342
rooms to 603 rooms. Also added were 69,192 sq. ft. of ancillary hotel uses including
restaurants, offices, shops and the provision of adequate off-street parking spaces. A traf-
fic study was prepared in support of the project proposal.
Plot Plan 88-393 and Specific Plan 121-E (Amendment 1) was approved by the City of La
Quinta in 1988. The approval permitted construction of a new maintenance facility and
overflow employee parking lot west of Avenida Obregon north of Calle Mazatlan to serve
the resort golf amenities supporting the hotel uses.
In May 1989, Plot Plan 88-412 was approved expanding the hotel by 38 rooms to 641 rooms.
Landmark Land Company processed a second amendment to the Specific Plan and Plot
Plan 89-421 in 1989. This approval proposed to eliminate the existing stadium tennis court,
a small tennis club building, and several adjacent parking spaces and replace them with 77
additional hotel rooms within a 2 -story courtyard style building. The site for this propos-
al was located west of Avenida Obregon between Avenida Fernando and Calle Mazatlan.
This expansion project was approved but never built and has expired.
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Currently, the resort -oriented community consists of the 600 -plus room hotel with its con-
vention facilities including 60,000+ sq. ft. of exhibit space, restaurants and office/retail
space. Other amenities of the La Quinta Resort include two 18 -hole Pete Dye golf courses,
25 swimming pools, 38 hot tub/spas, a tennis club, a private spa, and exercise - health
club.
Within the existing approval framework of SP 121-E private (gated) residential housing
complexes are scattered within the site and are illustrated in the Land Use Plan - Exhibit 9
summarized below:
A. Santa Rosa Cove - 334 residential units (6 lots vacant)
B. The Enclave /Mountain Estates - 91 residential custom lots (59 currently vacant)
C. Los Estados - Built out at 40 residential units
D. Tennis Villas - Built out at 48 units.
E. Four phases of Resort Residential Homes.
1.5 ENABLING LEGISLATION
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 adopts a specific plan by either ordinance or resolution.
1.6 CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT COMPLIANCE
This Specific Plan amendment has been determined to be exempt from the California
Environmental Quality Act under the provisions of California Government Code Section
65457 (a). An environmental impact report was prepared in conjunction with the original
Specific Plan approval (121-E) and was certified with environmental review pursuant to
subsequent amendments and map applications. A Mitigated Negative Declaration of
Environmental Impact has been prepared for this project. The City of La Quinta Planning
Staff used recently submitted environmental information (generated for applications with-
in the project boundary) supplemented with a focused Traffic Impact analysis, Noise
Analysis, Air quality Analysis, and Historic Resource Analysis for this project review.
This data, combined with information from the City's 1992 General Plan Update/ EIR, has
provided ample basis for the findings indicating that there is a potential for adverse envi-
ronmental impacts on some of the issue areas contained in the Environmental Checklist
but that the Mitigation Measures recommended within this plan approval reduce potential
impacts to insignificant levels.
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2.1 COMMUNITY CONCEPT
The City of La Quinta is unique in that it is the only municipality in the nation named after
a Resort Hotel, The La Quinta Resort. The national recognition and positive image of the
City of La Quinta has been created, in large part, through the La Quinta Resort develop-
ment and its premier recreation based facilities. The La Quinta Resort is a recreation ori-
ented community created within a series of golf -oriented residential villages defined by
two eighteen hole golf courses radiating from the La Quinta Resort Golf Club complex.
The Resort serves as the plan area center and focal point (see Exhibit 3, Community
Concept). The Resort Hotel community is further defined on the westerly boundary by the
steeply sloping Santa Rosa Mountains to the west providing both a physical boundary and
a visual backdrop to the community adjacent to the Mountain Course.
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2.1.1 PLANNING AREA BREAKDOWN
PLANNING AREAS WITHIN THE RESORT PLAN COMMUNITY
The Specific Plan document breaks the plan area into five distinct sub -areas, each with cor-
responding "site driven" development regulations and design criteria. These Planning
Areas are depicted in Exhibit 4 shown below.
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2.2.1 LAND USE /GENERAL PLAN CONTEXT
The La Quinta Resort Specific Plan implements the City of La Quinta General Plan by
bringing together detailed policies and regulations into a focused development plan for
the Specific Plan Area. The LRSP is a regulatory document which, when adopted by ordi-
nance, governs all facets of project development including the distribution of land uses,
location and sizing of supporting infrastructure, development standards and regulations,
and methods of financing public improvements.
The LRSP is prepared as a link between the General Plan Land Use Element and subse-
quent development proposals for individual Planning Areas within the LRSP. The Land
Use Element of the La Quinta General Plan identifies and establishes the City's policy rel-
ative to the desired future pattern, intensity, density and relationships of land uses In the
City. The purpose of the Land Use Element within the City's General Plan is to establish
official City policy which: 1.) Identifies the general types, locations and distribution of
land uses desired in La Quinta at buildout, 2.) Identifies standards for land uses relative
to population and building density /intensity and the character and compatibility of land
uses and, 3.) Identifies desired courses of action/ strategies which provide the means to
implement the community's land use policies.
The following key land use issues are addressed in the City's policies of the General
Plan/ Land Use Element and are consistently reinforced within the development goals and
policies of the Plan.
The La Quinta Resort Specific Plan will:
• Further the City's goal of promoting a low and medium density residential char-
acter with a balance of supporting commercial facilities,
• Continue the implementation of the Resort to further the City's reputation as a
desirable locale,
• Lend to the unique and attractive local character stemming from a combination
of the Resort's environmental setting near the mountains and its international repu-
tation as a premier destination resort.
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2.4 THE MASTER PLAN OF LAND USE
The Land Use Plan depicted in Exhibit 9 illustrates the types, locations and general organ-
ization of land uses within the Master Plan boundary of the La Quinta Resort Specific Plan.
The Land Use Plan illustrates the pattern of both prior and proposed development within
the plan area. The Land Use Plan is intended to promote a balanced and functional mix of
land uses and, once approved, will be consistent with the City of La Quinta's General Plan.
The Resort Specific Plan of Land Use promotes goals for orderly, attractive, high quality
golf -oriented resort and recreational development. As such, the Land Use Plan establish-
es a comprehensive pattern of land uses and densities compatible with the site's setting
and the goals and objectives of the La Quinta Resort community.
The land area encompassing the La Quinta Resort Specific Plan previously provided for a
maximum of 1367 residential dwelling units throughout the 622 acres of the site planned
for residential, golf course and open space uses. The plan provided for a mix of densities
from 2 to 8 dwelling units per gross acre, with an overall density of 2.4 dwelling units per
acre. This amendment affirms an overall allowable dwelling unit production not to exceed
1367 Dwelling Units.
A discussion of the change in land use (where applicable) and the resulting change in
development intensity (allowable dwelling units per acre) is presented for Planning Area
II. The Land Use Table delineates a comprehensive tabulation of allowed land uses, zon-
ing, acreages and densities for the same planning area. Acreage listed in each table repre-
sents the subtotal acreage within the planning area for the General Plan / Land Use area.
Units lists the remaining residential unit count exclusive of Resort Residential units for
future development under this Specific Plan once approved.
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2.4.1 LAND USE BY PLANNING AREA
Within the boundary of the Specific Plan for the La Quinta Resort, a range of Land Use
categories are provided for. These include Open Space, Golf, Residential, and Tourist
Commercial. The plan area is broken into individual Planning Areas in order to address
each unique development environment within the plan boundary. Included in each
description of land use (by Planning Area) is a narrative and supporting graphics to delin-
eate the proposed land use within each Planning Area of the Specific Plan. Zoning and
Development regulations for each planning area are presented in Section 3 - Zoning And
Development Regulations.
PLANNING AREA I
RESIDENTIAL LAND USE
Prior and planned residential land uses in Planning Area I are located west of Eisenhower
Drive, south of Avenida Fernando, east of Calle Mazatlan and north of the existing Santa
Rosa Cove community. A variety of Resort Residential and Residential housing types are
provided for within the Planning Area; all consistent with the Medium Density Residential
and Tourist Commercial designations established for the planning area. The permitted
dwelling types, lot size, height limits and other site development standards and uses are
established in Section 3, Zoning and Development Regulations and Standards within this
Specific Plan document. The existing residential development within Planning Area I; the
La Quinta Tennis Condos, are not a part of the proposal for either a change of zone, land
use or development regulation and will remain guided by the existing La Quinta Zoning
and Development Regulations within the City of La Quinta.
Planning Area I is illustrated in the Resort Residential Diagram - Map Pocket IV and is
described below.
TOURIST COMMERCIAL LAND USE
Within the Planning Area, TC - (RSP) Tourist Commercial land uses include resort hotel,
residential and supporting tourist serving commercial facilities for the Resort. Various
upscale retail shops, personal services, meeting and function serving structures and
spaces, and professional service facilities are provided for the needs of the La Quinta
Resort guest and associated residents of the resort residential community.
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THE LA QUINTA RESORT RESIDENTIAL OVERLAY DISTRICT
Within the Tourist Commercial area of the La Quinta Resort, the Resort Residential TC -
(RSP) Overlay district is proposed to allow for the development of detached and/or
attached resort residential and other similar residential units. Resort -residential housing
is defined as housing product designed specifically to co -exist within a resort environment
and in many ways takes on the character and attributes of the resort setting where locat-
ed. The residential product is designed to provide ownership opportunities to repetitive
and loyal guests of the resort who may want to secure their resort experiences for life.
The complete list of permitted uses and the development regulations for the Tourist
Commercial land use within the plan boundary is established by the Tourist Commercial
Regulations found in Section 3 of this Specific Plan. Additional Tourist Commercial uses
are specified in the City of La Quinta Zoning Code Section 9.70.070 CT Tourist Commercial
District and shall apply to Planning Area I unless specifically altered within this Specific
Plan document.
THE LA QUINTA RESORT SPA
Within Planning Area I of the Specific Plan, the Resort will feature the La Quinta Spa which
is programmed to include a variety of resort spa amenities. The concept for the La Quinta
Spa is illustrated in Exhibit 10 herein and in Map Pocket II. An ancillary fitness center will
be located within the grounds of the Tennis Center and Swimming Pool which may share
lockers, Pro Shop, registration, and food service facilities with other resort facilities. The
site plan presented herein illustrates the plan of development and adjacent structures
within the context of the resort. The La Quinta Spa will be an "amenity facility" - one of
many amenities available to resort guests. The spa, salon and fitness offerings may
include physical fitness, aesthetic refinement, health enhancement, and life style manage-
ment, but the emphasis will be on relaxing, exercising and beautifying.
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Exhibit 11, Spa Graphic
The Architecture of the facilities will embrace the materials and styles of the existing hotel
featuring programs offered which embrace the outdoors, celebrate natural light, the exist-
ing ambiance of the mountain views and carefully control sound, colors, and odors aro-
mas.
The Resort Spa Shop will be located near the entrance of the salon and reception and carry
Spa, Skincare, bath, and beauty products. Spa Member Facilities will include Men's and
Ladies Members Lockers as part of the Fitness, Tennis, Swim Club Members Facilities,
located near but separate from the spa. This area may have direct entrance access to the
members porte cochere and parking area.
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Exhibit 12, Spa Elevations
North Elevation
South Elevation
West Elevation
East Elevation
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HISTORIC RESOURCE RELATED CONSIDERATIONS OF THE PROPOSED LAND USE
The La Quinta Resort has, from it's inception in the 1920's, established the area's unique
identity and was the origin of the City's name. With the recognition of this status, the City
of La Quinta Community Development Department initiated an analysis of the
Significance of the La Quinta Hotel buildings and grounds as related to the development
proposal within this Specific Plan. The recommendations of the report have been careful-
ly integrated into the development proposal within the LRSP. In addition to listed condi-
tions, proposed structures within the residential project must be one story where adjacent
to the existing Resort Casitas. Conditions for development within certain areas of the
Resort are delineated within the report prepared by Mellon and Associates, Historic
Preservation and is attached as Appendix II.
Courtyard & Urn Fountain,
modeled after the original Arrival Court Fountain & Plaza
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TABLE 1 - PLANNING AREA I - LAND USE
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GENERAL PLAN/LAND USE ZONE ACRES UNITS DENSITY
MDR - Medium Density Residential RM 5.5 48 4-8 DU/AC
TC - Tourist Commercial TC 60.5
SUBTOTALS 66.02 48
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MDR - Medium Density Residential RM 5.5 48 4-8 DU/AC
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SUBTOTALS 66.02 48
I Unit count dependent upon Development Standards per Planning Area.
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PLANNING AREA II
RESIDENTIAL LAND USE
Planned Residential land uses in Planning Area II are located West of the existing Duna La
Quinta residential project, South of 50th Avenue, East of Eisenhower Drive, and north of
the Resort Dunes Golf Course. Residential housing types are planned consistent with the
proposed Low Density Residential designation proposed for the property to allow for the
development of detached and/or attached resort residential and other similar residential
units. The permitted dwelling types, lot size, height limits and other site development
standards are established in Section 3, Zoning and Development Standards, Planning Area
II, within this Specific Plan document.
Tourist Commercial uses within Planning Area II are currently limited to employee park-
ing as approved by an existing Site Development Permit. This amendment to the Specific
Plan eliminates the Tourist Commercial uses within Planning Area II and replaces that area
of the plan with Low Density Residential use.
OPEN SPACE LAND USE
Golf and recreational uses currently exist on the land within Planning Area II and are gen-
erally located throughout the land located west of the Duna La Quinta, south of 50th
Avenue, east of Eisenhower Drive. These two golf holes remain in substantially the same
location with minor adjustments to alignments reflecting adjacent street improvements as
they occur.
NOISE RELATED CONSIDERATIONS OF THE PROPOSED LAND USE
A noise impact analysis has been prepared by LSA Associates in light of the proposed plan
change within the proposed specific Plan amendment. The results of this analysis indicate
that there are no significant impacts associated with the proposed project that can not be
mitigated relative to the City's standards. The analysis considering these potential noise
impacts is included as an Appendix to the LRSP.
OTHER RELATED CONSIDERATIONS OF THE PROPOSED LAND USE CHANGE
Based on a preliminary assessment of environmental issues relative to the LRSP amend-
ment, the La Quinta Community Development Department has requested that an impact
analysis be prepared to address potential impacts to biological resources on-site within an
isolated due landform in Planning Area II. The results of the analysis of both flora and
fauna indicate that there are no significant impacts associated with the proposed project
that can not be mitigated relative to responsible agency standards. The analysis is includ-
ed as an Appendix to the LRSP.
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GENERAL PLAN/LAND USE ZONE ACRES UNITS D ENSITY
LDR - Low Density Residential RL 18.9 72 2-4 DU/AC
G - Golf Course GC 6.0 —
W - Water Course/ Floodway WC 3.5
SUBTOTALS 28.4 72
Unit count calculated as follows: 12.6 X 2-4 DU/AC = 50.
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PLANNING AREA III
RESIDENTIAL LAND USE
The residential components of Planning Area III are currently in place in various stages of
completion at this time. A total of +/- 400 Units are constructed to date. The amendment
of Specific Plan 121-E Specific Plan as presented herein recognizes that existing residential
neighborhoods within the plan boundary (Planning Area III) are to be governed by the cur-
rent La Quinta Zoning Ordinance and as such, do not warrant additional delineation or
development regulations.
These sub -communities within Planning Area III area include:
• Santa Rosa Cove with 334 of 340 residential units built to date.
• The Enclave/ Mountain Estates provides for 91 residential custom lots less than
sixty of which are currently vacant.
• The Los Estados project is built out at 40 residential units.
OPEN SPACE LAND USE
Open Space land use within Planning Area III comprises golf course area and common area
open space within the residential areas of the plan. These areas are not planned to change
as a result of approval of this amendment to the LRSP.
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TABLE 3 - PLANNING AREA III - APPROVED LAND USE
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Low Density Residentialand Golf Course
GENERAL PLAN/LAND USE ZONE ACRES UNITS DENSITY
LDR-Low Density Residential RL 122.0 488 2-4 DU/AC
G - Golf Course GC 26.0
SUBTOTALS 148.0 488
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GENERAL PLAN/LAND USE ZONE ACRES UNITS DENSITY
LDR-Low Density Residential RL 122.0 488 2-4 DU/AC
G - Golf Course GC 26.0
SUBTOTALS 148.0 488
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PLANNING AREA IV
OPEN SPACE LAND USE
Open Space land use is primarily Resort Golf, Clubhouse and Parking facilities and sup-
porting maintenance and management facilities. These areas are not planned for a change
of land use as a result of approval of this amendment to the LRSP.
WATER COURSE / FLOOD CONTROL AREA
The primary administrator of the storm water drainage system in the City is CVWD which
maintains and operates a comprehensive system to safely collect and transport flows
through the City. Storm water generated on the western side of the Cove is diverted
through the Upper Bear Creek Training Dike to the Upper Bear Creek Detention Basin. The
flows are then conveyed by the Bear Creek Channel to the Oleander Reservoir via the La
Quinta Resort Golf Course before being transported to the Coachella Valley Storm water
Channel via the La Quinta Evacuation Channel.
This evacuation channel relies on the La Quinta Resort golf course to safely collect and
transport flows in an aesthetically pleasing setting through a portion of the City encom-
passed by that portion of the Specific Plan area. These areas are not planned for a change
of Land Use as a result of approval of this amendment to the LRSP. This is graphically
depicted in the Illustrative Land Use Plan - Map Pocket I.
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SUBTOTALS 165
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PLANNING AREA V
RESIDENTIAL LAND USE
The residential components of Planning Area V consists of one unit built immediately to.
the north of the Enclave Mountain Estates. No change to this existing entitlement in the
Hillside area of the LRSP will occur as a result of approval of this amendment to the LRSP.
OPEN SPACE AND HILLSIDE LAND USE
Open Space and Hillside land in Planning Area V is defined by the mountainous areas in
excess of 20% slope and are generally bounded by the La Quinta Resort Golf Course and
existing residential areas of Planning Area III.
Specific development criteria related to Planning Area V Open Space and Hillside Areas
are defined in Section 3, Zoning and Development Regulation within this Specific Plan
document.
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TABLE 6 - EXISTING LAND USE
LDR - Low Density Residential
RL
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MDR - Medium Density Residential
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TC - Tourist Commercial
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TOTAL 622.4 692
This total unit generation "Cap" does not reflect Tourist Commercial Resort Residential.
TABLE 7 - PROPOSED LAND USE
LDR - Low Density Residential LDR 150.7 644 2-4 DU/AC
MDR - Medium Density Residential RM 5.5 48 4-8 DU/AC
TC - Tourist Commercial TC 54.2
G - Golf Course GC 181.0 —
OS - Open Space OS 211.5
WC - Water Course / FloodwayWC 19.5
TOTAL 622.4 692
This total unit generation "Cap" does not reflect Tourist Commercial Resort Residential.
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2.5 CIRCULATION PLAN
Project related circulation improvements are, for the most part, currently in place due to
the improvements made over the development history of the project. Future improve-
ments necessitated by additional project related improvements are shown on the proposed
Circulation Plan exhibit shown below. The Circulation Plan exhibits a hierarchy of street
improvements (existing and proposed) which vary from arterial access to the site via the
existing regional network of infrastructure to private street improvements within the plan
area (See Regional Location & Vicinity Map, Exhibits 1 and 2).
2.5.1 OFFSITE IMPROVEMENTS
The off-site public streets surrounding the project are currently developed in accordance
with La Quinta City Engineering and Public Works Department standards in effect and
will be constructed incrementally in accordance with the applicable General Plan designa-
tions. City-wide mass transit systems and stops are accessible via the perimeter public
thoroughfares of Eisenhower and 50 Avenue.
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2.5.2 ONSITE IMPROVEMENTS
The project site is served by internal private roadways which link interior residential
developments and the La Quinta Resort to the existing perimeter public roadways of
Eisenhower and 50th Avenue. Access to the La Quinta Resort Village within the plan area
will be provided via the existing La Quinta Resort main drive from Eisenhower. This inter-
nal private roadway has been the "formal" entryway to the hotel grounds from the earli-
est development of the site and is bordered by majestic Italian cypress rows creating a "sig-
nature" landscape impression unique to the Resort arrival experience. The configuration
of this entry experience is not contemplated to change within the framework of this plan.
All internal supporting private roadways will be improved to the design and structural
standards in effect at the time of tentative map or developmental approvals.
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2.6 CONSERVATION, OPEN SPACE AND RECREATION PLAN
The Resort Specific Plan Conservation, Open Space, and Recreation Plan identifies and
establishes the plan policy relative to the identification, establishment, preservation and
management of natural resources, open space and recreation amenities within the plan area
boundary. The purpose of the Conservation, Open Space, and Recreation Plan is to establish
development policies and philosophy which identifies areas in the La Quinta Resort plan
area with substantial natural resources which shall be managed to prevent waste, destruc-
tion or neglect. Additionally, the plan identifies policies related to permissible uses develop-
ment standards within Conservation, Open Space, and Recreation areas, as well as programs
to ensure the conservation of resources and identifies desired courses of action/ strategies
which provide the means to implement the community's conservation policies.
2.6.1 CONSERVATION
The La Quinta Resort project area has been developed with the goal of balancing the con-
servation and management of natural resources with the implementation of a high quality
recreation based resort community. Policies and programs for the conservation, manage-
ment 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.
• Prevention of soil erosion using the appropriate design criteria and careful place-
ment of landscaping.
• Maintenance, protection, and replenishment of ground water by using the golf
course areas as drainage areas to absorb local runoff.
• Preservation of existing water resources by storing excess drainage water in the
golf course lakes for use in golf course irrigation.
TOPOGRAPHY/HILLSIDE AREAS
Approximately 211 acres or 30 percent of the Specific Plan area is comprised of the unde-
veloped Santa Rosa Mountains, which are located in the south and western central region
of the plan area. These mountains contribute to the City's visual, wildlife and archaeolog-
ical resources. The mountains provide a dramatic framing element for the La Quinta
Resort as a result of their close proximity, steep topography and varied vegetation.
ARCHAEOLOGICAL RESOURCES
Information provided by the Archaeological Research Unit at the University of California,
Riverside, concluded that the most likely locations of prehistoric cultural resources in La
Quinta were along the foot of the Santa Rosa and Coral Reef Mountains. The LRSP does
not contemplate further development or disturbance in this area however, as a condition
of approval, excavations in excess of ten feet in depth will require grading monitoring to
assure the protection of potential archaeological resources on site.
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HISTORICAL RESOURCES
A detailed historical analysis and inventory of the La Quinta Resort has been prepared at
the request of the La Quinta Community Development Department by Mellon and
Associates - Historic Preservation, and is presented in its entirety Appendix II.
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SIGNIFICANCE OF THE LA QUINTA HOTEL BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS
The La Quinta Resort Hotel established the 20th century identity of area known as City of
La Quinta. Nineteenth and 20th century settlement patterns and development of La
Quinta parallel that of many other Southern California communities. Early homesteaders
and citrus growers first constructed buildings and created an economic base and spring-
board for community growth. What set La Quinta apart, and established the area's unique
identity, was the La Quinta Resort Hotel. So strong the identity and presence of the hotel,
the area became known as "La Quinta" and ultimately incorporated city was so named.
Businessman Walter Morgan's vision of a desert resort recognized the total experience
should include quality accommodations (buildings and grounds), and services to comple-
ment the natural beauty of surrounding desert lands. Morgan also possessed the vision to
hire architect Gordon Kaufmann who would become one of Southern California's most
distinguished architects. Kaufmann's "signature details ... loggias, arches, chimneypots of
a multitude of forms, ramadas for dining, and private patios enclosed by walls" were
embraced in resort's Spanish Eclectic/Mediterranean styling. Morgan and Kaufmann
used local craftsmen, materials and building techniques. The buildings' adobe was fabri-
cated on site as were the tiles used on roof, floors and as decoration.
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Morgan combined natural setting and expert architecture with his marketing savvy to
inform the world about his desert gem. The resort's high quality was acknowledged
through extensive publication coverage in magazines including prestigious architectural
journals. Kaufmann's design which allowed for privacy along with Morgan's marketing
abilities established La Quinta Hotel Resort as a high quality safe haven. Patronage by
Hollywood's entertainment industry celebrities heightened and reinforced this image over
the decades.
The La Quinta Hotel with Casitas, La Casa and Walter Morgan House, constructed in 1926-
27, are over fitly years old. Each possesses local architectural integrity in terms of loca-
tion, design, selling, materials, workmanship and feeling. The architectural styles, execu-
tion and quality of workmanship and materials include original elements, expressing a his-
toric sense of time and place.
The significance of La Quinta Hotel and Casitas, La Casa and the Walter Morgan House is
directly related to the "Resort Industry" context articulated in the "City of La Quinta
Historic Context Statement" (Moriquand; 1996). The La Quinta Hotel was the catalyst for
the development of the resort industry in La Quinta attracting people of means and impor-
tance to the area.
The La Quinta Hotel, Casitas and grounds (elongated ovals, relationship of Casitas to each
other and to Hotel building) are eligible for designation as a City of La Quinta Historic
District and meets three of the landmark criteria (a historic resource need only meet one
criterion to qualify). Under City Criterion A, this Historic District "exemplifies or reflects
special elements of the city's cultural, social, economic, political, aesthetic, engineering or
architectural history." The La Quinta Hotel Historic District is highly significant since its
inception in terms of its contribution to the city's cultural, social and economic history. In
fact, the Hotel set the standard of development quality and tone for the entire City. Under
City Criterion B, a Historic District " is identified with persons or events significant in
local, state or national history." Specific areas within the existing resort provide the frame-
work for a Hotel Historic District. This Hotel Historic District is associated with its
visionary developer, Walter Morgan, one of the City's first entrepreneurs. This District
also possesses a rich associational social history linked both to the Hotel's clientele and its
staff who helped build the local economy. Under City Criterion C the La Quinta Hotel
Historic District "embodies distinctive characteristics of a style, type, period or method of
construction, is a valuable example of the use of indigenous materials or craftsmanship or
is representative of a notable work of an acclaimed builder, designer or architect." The La
Quinta Hotel Historic District meets this Criterion in a number of ways. The hotel was a
seminal work of one of Southern California's's most important architects of the early 20th
century, Gordon Kaufmann. The design of the Hotel incorporated elements that were to
become Kaufmann's signature details.
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The Hotel was featured in significant architectural journals of the period and prestigious
commissions such as the Los Angeles Times Building, California Institute of Technology
Atheneum, and Hoover Dam followed Kaufmann's success with La Quinta Hotel. Local
craftsmen, building techniques and materials, including on-site fabrication, were integral
to the construction process and quality of buildings.
CITY LANDMARK STATUS ISSUES
As City landmark eligible any proposed work on these historic buildings should conform
to the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation. The buildings are also
required to use the State Historic Building Code which provides greater flexibility in
achieving requisite levels of safety while allowing for the preservation of significant char-
acter -defining building features.
THE WALTER MORGAN HOUSE
The Walter Morgan House is eligible for designation as a City of La Quinta Landmark
under Criteria B and C. It was designed by architect Gordon Kaufmann for La Quinta
Hotel developer Walter Morgan. The significance of these personages are detailed above.
LA CASA
La Casa appears to be eligible for designation as a City of La Quinta Landmark under
Criterion A as a good example of the architectural history of the City and under Criterion
B by its association with the La Quinta Hotel and clientele.
Finally, the historic buildings of the Resort and their relationship to each other create a sig-
nificant and unique environment. This aspect of the Resort Hotel combined with its high
level of hospitality sets La Quinta Hotel Resort apart from other prestigious hospitality
resorts.
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2.6.2 OPEN SPACE
The La Quinta Resort 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. Types of open space /recreation uses current-
ly in place for La Quinta Resort include golf courses, resort amenities, and common open
space areas within the residential developments in place or planned for the future.
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.
To further maximize the effect of open space, common open space areas are strategically
located throughout the residential components of the project. These common open space
areas are created as dwellings are clustered or higher density residential uses are devel-
oped along golf course areas. Where appropriate to the adjacent residential development,
common area pools will be provided.
2.6.3 RECREATION
The La Quinta Resort is planned as a "recreational/ residential" community and therefore
contains as a major element an extensive passive and active recreation program of devel-
opment. Standards for the development of recreation improvements are:
• Promotion of a variety of recreation uses in context with a resort lifestyle.
• Promotion of high quality, championship -level golf and tennis facilities
• Continued development of a variety of housing types with 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
• 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 and are presented for each Planning Area within the Specific Plan boundary.
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2.7 INFRASTRUCTURE
The infrastructure system planned to serve the La Quinta Resort project is described below
and is designed to provide a coordinated system of infrastructure and public services to
adequately serve the plan area at full buildout. The Infrastructure and Utilities Plan iden-
tifies standards for infrastructure and public services relative to land use intensity envi-
sioned for the plan area within the community's infrastructure and public services poli-
cies.
2.7.1 WATER
POTABLE WATER
The potable water system of the City is operated and administered by the Coachella Valley
Water District (CVWD) which extends service based upon approved designs and improve-
ments constructed by the private developer. The CVWD assesses new development $2,100
per connection to tap into the potable water distribution system. CVWD operates from a
system wide master plan that provides the City with potable water which is pumped from
an underground aquifer through wells located throughout the City. Wells range in depth
from 500 to 900 feet. Potable water pumped to the surface is stored in three reservoirs
located south of the Cove, one at Highway 111 and Adams, and one reservoir in the north-
eastern portion of PGA West. These five reservoirs provide high quality water to each
pressure zone in the City. The potable water distribution system transports water to resi-
dential and commercial users via an underground system with lines ranging in size from
6 to 36 inches.
Although the City is blessed with an abundance of ground water which is currently low
priced, the CVWD is continuing to take preventative measures to conserve this precious
resource for its existing and future customers. These measures include the use of a lush
and efficient plant material approval policy (i.e. drought tolerant landscaping that looks
lush), implemented through a landscape review committee and a water management spe-
cialist.
IRRIGATION WATER
Irrigation water is either pumped from shallow wells or is provided by the CVWD and is
supplied to the City via the All American Canal. The canal receives its supply of water
from the Imperial Reservoir on the Colorado River north of Yuma, Arizona. which loops
through the City on the west side of Lake Cahuilia County Park passing through another
premier development of KSL Desert Resorts, Inc., PGA West. Although the irrigation water
conveyed from the Colorado
River could be made potable with limited treatment, the existence of the vast, high quali-
ty underground water supply has relegated this source for use in irrigating golf courses,
existing agricultural areas and for recharging the underground aquifer.
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2.7.2 SANITARY SEWAGE
The sanitary sewage collection and treatment system for the City is operated and admin-
istered by the CVWD which extends service based upon approved designs and improve-
ments constructed by the private developer. The CVWD assesses new development per
equivalent dwelling unit (EDU) to provide comprehensive wastewater collection and treat-
ment. The current capacity of the Mid -Valley Water Reclamation Plant is 4.35 million gal-
lons per day (MGD). This facility serves numerous Coachella Valley communities includ-
ing La Quinta. The CVWD has indicated that the sewage treatment plant can be expand-
ed in the future to serve additional demand, including demand La Quinta encompassing
the Resort plan area.
STORM WATER DRAINAGE
The storm water drainage system in the City is designed as a comprehensive system to
safely collect and transport flows through the City. Local storm water facilities (on-site)
are reviewed and approved by the City Engineering Department. The storm water policy
requires that, storm water flows generated on-site shall not leave the site. This concept of
retention and percolation applies to all but the most intense storm generated water. With
the project site strategically located within the cradle of the Santa Rosa Mountains, certain
major runoff volumes are transmitted offsite via the Oleander Basin and its floodway to
the east.
2.7.3 PUBLIC UTILITIES
All overhead public utility transmission lines for cable television, electricity and telephone
are routed around the perimeter of the La Quinta Resort site. All permanent power and
telecommunications distribution lines internal to the project will be placed underground.
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2.7.4 REFUSE COLLECTION
Refuse collection within the City Limits is provided by an entity franchised by the City of
La Quinta for this purpose. Refuse collection occurs in accordance with a schedule estab-
lished by the franchisee and the city. Refuse collection within the plan area is currently
provided forthwith collection occurring in accordance with a schedule established by this
franchisee. It is envisioned that the resort residential areas of the plan will be served by
extension of the contract refuse collection services currently in place at the resort. Prior to
regularly scheduled pick-up and removal, refuse will be contained in a maintained surface
bin environment consistent with and ensuring the excellent quality of environment cur-
rently existing at the Resort.
2.7.5 SCHOOLS
The public education needs of the City are provided by two public school districts which
include the Desert Sands Unified School District (DSUSD) and the Coachella Valley
Unified School District (CVUSD). The Coachella Valley also contains several private
schools administered by religious or other private entities that are attended by La Quinta
school children. The boundary between the two districts extends south on Jefferson Street,
from Avenue 48, and west on Avenue 58 with the Resort plan area being served by Desert
Sands Unified School District.
An existing agreement is currently in effect between the Applicant and the Desert Sands
Unified School District details the per unit mitigation fee associated with the student gen-
eration. This agreement is the framework for fees to be levied on residential construction
within the plan area.
Based on location of existing schools and the provision of proposed schools to be located
in the City, the La Quinta Resort plan is adequately served through buildout of the plan
area.
2.7.6 LAW ENFORCEMENT
Law enforcement services are provided to the City (and La Quinta Resort) through a con-
tract with the Riverside County Sheriff Department. The Sheriff Department extends serv-
ice to the City from existing facilities located in the City of La Quinta and City of Indio.
The existing agreement between the City and Sheriff Department provides protection on a
24-hour basis, seven days per week. The Department utilizes seven patrol deputies which
provide five minute response times to the Resort plan area. Two additional deputies which
comprise its target team, are also contracted by the City and work 40 hours each. The
Sheriff Department utilizes a standard of 1.5 deputies/1,000 population to adequately
serve the City.
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Given the high level of resort amenity and recreation -based lifestyle, the Resort plan area
is further protected by a private security force. 24 hour patrols silently comb the grounds
for any inkling of threat or intrusion that would upset the idyllic ambiance that is the hall-
mark of the La Quinta Resort Lifestyle.
2.7.7 FIRE PROTECTION
Fire protection service is provided to the City by the Riverside County Fire Department.
The Fire Department administers two stations in the City. One facility (Station #32) on
Avenue 52, west of Washington Street, and another facility (Station #70) at the intersec-
tion of Madison Street and Avenue 54 within the PGA WEST project area. The Fire
Department also operates four additional stations in surrounding communities which
results in overlapping service areas. The Department currently exhibits an Insurance
Services Office (ISO) public protection class rating of four, based on a descending scale
from one to ten, with first -in -response times ranging from two to six minutes. The ISO
established it's rating system based on the provision of manpower/ staffing, communi-
cation facilities, water system for suppression, automatic sprinkler/alarm systems,
response times, and building standards. Paramedic service is provided to the City by
Springs Ambulance Service which is located at Station #70 in La Quinta.
2.7.8 CITY ADMINISTRATION
City administration facilities in La Quinta currently include offices of approximately
31,000 square feet for City departments (i.e., Mayor and City Council, City Manager, City
Clerk, Finance Department, Planning and Community Development Department (facili-
tating expedited plan approvals through the expanded resources of the Community
Development Department), Engineering and Public Works Department. These public
resources are housed in the municipal complex at the southwest corner of Calle Tampico
and Washington Street. The complex provides space for all City administration staff and
associated ancillary facilities. Given the current level of developer backed participation
funding current growth within the City, this new facility provides adequate space for
City functions projected to suffice a growing population well into the future.
2.7.9 LIBRARY FACILITIES
The City is served by a public library located in the Village which is administered by the
Riverside County Library System. The existing facility contains approximately 2,065
square feet and includes approximately 18,000 volumes. The County utilizes an unadopt-
ed standard of 0.5 square feet per capita and 1.2 volumes per capita to serve the City.
Based on this standard, the City is currently under -served in space, but contains a surplus
of volumes. However, a new 9,000 square foot facility is planned as a component of the
municipal complex. The additional facility will provide adequate library space to satisfy
the literary needs of the community well into the future.
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2.8 RESORT COMMUNITY DESIGN GUIDELINES
The design guidelines contained in this sub section are intended to establish a consistent
design expression among site planning, engineering, architecture, and landscape architec-
tural components while allowing reasonable flexibility in design.
The design guidelines for La Quinta Resort are intended to:
• Assist in implementing the design intent of the Specific Plan by establishing proj-
ect 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 provided herein suggest thematics compatible with the existing Resort
Hotel character and are not intended to limit expressions of varying architectural styles
within the entire Specific Plan area. The Design Guidelines presented herein establish the
framework to achieve harmony and compatibility within the existing framework of resi-
dential neighborhoods and the Resort Hotel while providing the flexibility to create vari-
ety in the architectural expression and interpretation of the design styles envisioned for the
community. Examples of the desired design theme are illustrated on the following pages
and are conceptual and do not depict final designs, nor should they limit the range of
expression among individual builders and their professional design teams.
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THE LA QUINTA RESORT ARCHITECTURAL CONTEXT
It is encouraged, that proposals for residential and commercial development work within
the context of the existing architectural products of the resort tempered by these suggest-
ed guidelines. A brief description of the context for the architectural style and design
parameters for the La Quinta Resort plan area is presented below.
The rich Spanish heritage of the early California settlers combined with the mild
Mediterranean climate of the Southern California coastal and inland areas provided
the framework for the Spanish eclectic style of architecture which gained populari-
ty in southern California during the early 1900's. The desire to locate, based on the
pleasant environment, was the primary reason for the siting of the original La
Quinta Hotel (See Mellon and Associates - Appendix II herein). This environment -
driven style uses architectural details borrowed from the entire history of Spanish
architecture. The Spanish eclectic style of architecture is characterized by one-story
and two-story building masses which are typically informally arranged and asym-
metrical in form. Towers are typical building accents and are interconnected by
walkways featuring a variety of arcades leading to the front entrance or along a
courtyard. The roofs are typically low pitched with little eave overhang, and are
covered with clay tile. Roof forms typical of this style of architecture include side
or cross gabled, hipped, flat with parapet walls juxtaposed in a combination of one
or more of these roof configurations.
Special features are used to articulate and identify the Spanish Mission style of
building mass and architecture. One or more prominent arches is commonly placed
above a door or principal window, or beneath a veranda. The entries are usually
emphasized through the use of pilasters, columns, or patterned tiles, with the doors
made of heavy wood panels. Many times there is one large focal window along the
front facade, usually of a triple -arched shape.
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Decorative window grilles of wood or wrought iron are common, as are similar
balustrades on porches and balconies leading to outdoor living spaces which are an
important component of the Spanish eclectic style home environment. Exterior
patios or courtyards serve as an extension of the indoor living space through the
generous use of windows and glazed doors.
These outdoor living areas are protected from adverse climatic conditions through
the use of overhead trellises, extended roof overhangs and angled building forms
which enclose outdoor space
The La Quinta Resort Hotel has, from its inception, drawn on these architectural themes.
The style and design parameters herein are presented within this Spanish motif and 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 La Quinta Resort site
development proposals. As such, the design guidelines identify elements for all residen-
tial and other land use proposals within the La Quinta Resort 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.
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2.8.1 GENERAL ARCHITECTURAL AND SITING GUIDELINES
COLOR
The earth tone color palette that predominates within the existing context of the Resort and
ancillary structures is based on a history of whitewashed stucco over adobe bricks.
Complimenting this simplistic color scheme is a variety of roof tones and textures offset by
the contrast of the window mouldings and associated architectural detail.
• 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. In order to achieve the variety of
architectural expression envisioned for the residential components of the resort a
variety of materials and colors should be used to create a rich tapestry of design ele-
ments.
• The predominant color range is defined by the earth tones. A range of muted
color tones shall be used throughout the neighborhoods within La Quinta Resort.
• The extensive use of bright vibrant colors is discouraged in residential neighbor-
hoods. Contrasting darker accent colors, typical of the window moldings of the
original cottages on the existing hotel grounds may be used for doors, windows,
architectural trim and elements such as shutters. The awnings and exposed beams
and rafters may refer to existing thematics as well.
MATERIALS
A limited variety of roof materials should be used including barrel tile, flat concrete tile,
and concrete shakes. The color of roofs shall provide a range of deep tones. The color of
roof materials should be varied to reflect the existing surrounding architectural theme. All
roofing material shall be fire retardant.
• The predominant exterior building material should be within the vernacular of
the existing resort theme - smooth finish stucco.
• Wood, tile and wrought iron should be used as accent materials as dictated by
the applicable architectural style.
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SITE PLANNING
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 within the adjacent architec-
tural context.
• Site planning parameters shall conform to the criteria set fourth herein wherev-
er possible.
• Flexibility in interpretation is to be implemented in site design to achieve indi-
viduality among development boundaries.
BUILDING MASSING AND SCALE
The general character of residential Planning Areas shall reflect a neighborhood scale in
which the building massing does not overwhelm the street scene. Typically, residences
should be low-rise in nature to create a pleasant neighborhood environment and street
scene.
• Building wall planes, particularly on the front elevation, shall be staggered to
create interest along the street scene, to provide a desirable human scale, and to
avoid visual monotony.
• Single -story plate lines are encouraged on the front elevation by stepping back
the second -story wall planes to effectively breaks up the building mass and provides
a reduced scale along the street scene.
• Single -story plate lines with second -story wall setbacks are encouraged on side
and rear elevations where feasible.
• Side elevations shall provide the same level of articulation and detail as the front
elevations where feasible.
• An articulated roofscapes shall be created through the use of a variety of roof
forms.
• Repetitious gable ends along front and rear elevations shall be minimized.
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2.8.2 RESIDENTIAL SITE PLANNING GUIDELINES
The climate in the La Quinta is characterized by sunny and hot weather in the summer,
while the winter months feature excellent air clarity and are relatively mild. The design of
residences shall incorporate elements which respond to these conditions, such as patios,
courtyards, arcades, plazas, and paseos. In addition, extended roof overhangs shall be
used in response to climatic conditions. Other residential site considerations include the
following:
• The placement of structures should consider prevalent environmental conditions
— sun, wind and view.
• 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.
• Varying house configurations on corner lots is encouraged to promote variety in
the street scene and maximize the view of drivers at intersections.
• A combination of side -entering and front -entering garages and varied driveway
locations are encouraged to break-up repetitive curb cuts and yard patterns.
• Cul-de-sacs are encouraged to improve neighborhood safety and character.
• Guest parking should be located to provide easy access to units.
• Four-way intersections within individual projects are discouraged.
• Walkways should be provided within multiple -family neighborhoods.
• Neighborhoods bordering open areas should be sited to maximize views, but dis-
courage through access.
• Recreation areas/ greenbelt features should be visible upon entry to neighbor-
hoods to enhance neighborhood value.
• Individual multi -family buildings should be separated sufficiently to provide a
green space image and accommodate walks and other circulation elements.
• Within gated neighborhoods sufficient stacking distances at project entries
should be provided.
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WALL PLANES, WINDOWS, AND DOORS
• The use of wood frame windows is encouraged. If aluminum or vinyl frame win-
dows are used, the frames must be painted or appropriately colored to match the
building or trim material.
• The use of wood trim is encouraged for all windows on front elevations, or any
other elevation which is visible from other private or quasi -public spaces. Trim
should be painted to be compatible with the building architecture.
• The style of windows shall be compatible with the architectural style of the
building. The use of many different styles of windows on one building plane shall
be avoided. The size and proportion of panes shall correspond to the overall pro-
portioning of the elevation.
• Accent windows having different or articulated shapes or with a finer texture
(e.g., many small panes) shall be used as an accent element to create interest on
building elevations if consistent with the Spanish eclectic style.
ENTRIES
• The entry of residential dwelling units shall be articulated as a focal point of
the building's front elevation through the appropriate use of roof elements,
columns, porticos, recesses or projections, windows or other architectural features.
PORCHES, BALCONIES, AND RAILINGS
• Front porches shall be designed, where feasible, as an integral part of the front
elevation to provide visual interest and activity along the street scene, as well as to
promote social interaction among community residents by providing outdoor living
spaces oriented to the front of the dwelling unit.
• Porches and balconies function as an extension of interior spaces, providing
shaded outdoor living space.
• Second story balconies are encouraged providing visual interest to the street
scene increasing the perceived front setback of the second story.
• Porches and balconies shall be designed as an integral component of the build-
ing's architecture and style, and shall not appear as a poorly conceived add-on ele-
ment.
• The design of porch and balcony railings shall complement the building's archi-
tecture and style.
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COLUMNS
• Columns used as a structural or aesthetic design element shall convey a solid and
durable image, and shall be consistent with the architectural style of the building.
• Columns may be used as a free-standing form, or as support for roofs and bal-
conies.
CHIMNEYS
• Chimneys, particularly chimney caps, shall be simple in design, so as not to dis-
tract from the building.
• The design of chimneys shall be compatible with the architectural style of the
building. Exposed metal flues are not permitted.
GARAGE DOORS
• Garage doors shall be compatible with the architectural style of the dwelling
unit.
• Garage doors shall be recessed from adjacent walls to create a strong shadow
which effectively minimizes the impact of large flat surfaces.
• Two single doors shall be incorporated into some two -car garages, while three -
car garages shall incorporate a double door with a single door or three single doors.
• Where three -car garages are proposed, at least one garage entrance shall be off-
set or detached from the remaining two entrances.
EXTERIOR STAIRS
• Exterior stairways shall be simple bold elements which complement the architec-
tural massing and form of the existing resort building environment.
ARCHWAYS
• The use of archways must be compatible with the architectural style of the build-
ing, and shall be designed as an complimentary part of the building or adjacent
courtyard.
• When used, archways shall define or enframe space, such as entries, porticos,
patios, and courtyards.
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WALLS AND FENCES
• Walls and fences which are visible from streets, open space, or other private or
quasi -public areas, shall be compatible in material, color, and design with adjacent
architectural elements.
BUILDING DETAILS
• All mechanical equipment shall be screened from view by walls or fences com-
patible with the building architecture, or by plant material adequate in size to pro-
vide proper screening.
• All utility meters are encouraged to be integrated into the architecture and
screened from view.
• The materials, colors, and forms of carport structures shall be consistent with the
architectural style of the residential neighborhood in which they are located.
• Carports which are integrated into the building design or community walls are
encouraged.
• Accessory structures shall be designed to be consistent with the architectural
style of the adjacent buildings.
• All flashing, sheet metal, and vents should be painted or screened from view in
a manner which is compatible with the building architecture.
COMMON SPACE ELEMENTS
• All residential and commercial areas shall have fully enclosed trash enclosures,
which are compatible in material, color and design with the building architecture.
• Support facilities such as recreation buildings, permanent leasing offices, mail
stations, etc., shall be designed in the same architectural style, and to the same level
of detail and articulation, as the main buildings they support.
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2.8.4 RESIDENTIAL SITE PLANNING CRITERIA
The residential site planning concept for the La Quinta Resort relies on a foundation estab-
lished in scale and massing on the existing grounds of the resort. The site design concept
is organized on a courtyard -based series of residential units which may include either (or
both) attached or detached units in one, two, and three bedroom configurations. Each
court will be the landscape architectural hub of the cluster of units, each with its own res-
idential identity created in the landscape motif.
Resort Residential Court Massing
Included within each court may be a pool, spa, or fountain element within the Spanish
eclectic architectural motif. An illustration of the site plan relationship of two adjacent
court clusters is presented above.
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SINGLE-FAMILY DETACHED
The following concept shall be incorporated into the design of Single-family Detached
neighborhoods:
• The street layout within residential neighborhoods shall provide view corridors
to the pedestrian pathways, open space, and landscape elements unifying pedestri-
an circulation and site landmarks, where feasible.
• The use of parkways or greenbelt gardens connecting the residential courts is
encouraged in the design of neighborhood streetscapes, where feasible.
• Residential dwelling units shall be sited to maximize view opportunities of the
mountains in the La Quinta region where feasible.
• Where two-story units are plotted adjacent to one another, the side second story
of at least one unit shall be stepped back, where feasible, to create a single -story
plate line along the common side yard.
• The plotting of dwelling units may feature a random mix of front entry and side
entry garages, along with the motor court concept, where feasible, to provide vari-
ety to the street scene.
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The general site planning concepts established for the Single-family Detached neighbor-
hoods also apply to the Single-family Attached neighborhoods. In addition the following
concept shall be incorporated into the design of Single-family Attached neighborhoods:
• Neighborhood entry roadways shall focus on to an amenity or a community
open space feature or landmark, where feasible.
• The street layout within residential neighborhoods shall provide view corridors
to the Open Space and other special community features and landmarks, where fea-
sible. In addition, the view corridors should also provide physical access to these
community features, where feasible.
• The design of streets shall be pedestrian oriented. The use of parkways is
encouraged in the design of neighborhood streetscapes, where feasible.
MULTI -FAMILY
The general site planning concepts established for the Single-family Detached and Single-
family Attached neighborhoods apply to the Multi -family neighborhoods. In addition the
following concept shall be incorporated into the design of multi -family neighborhoods
• In order for the buildings to form a strong neighborhood edge, parking areas
shall not be located along perimeter streets wherever possible. Parking areas should
be screened from view from private or quasi -public edges by being placed behind
buildings or within court conditions when possible.
• The impact of parking areas shall be minimized through the use of auto court-
yards featuring enhanced paving, plant material, and other landscape features.
Auto court/ Parking Residential Interface
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2.8.5 TOURIST COMMERCIAL SITE PLANNING GUIDELINES
The site design and planning of tourist serving commercial areas such as the Spa will
incorporate elements which respond to the desert climatic conditions in much the same
manner as the residential components of the plan. Elements include generous patios, spa-
cious courtyards, arcades, plazas, and paseos. Other planning guidelines for commercial
areas are listed below.
• Prominent buildings should be sited in key landmark locations and be easily
accessible and convenient.
• Service areas should be sited in little used areas and effectively screened.
• Pedestrian access routes between adjacent uses should be incorporated into the
commercial site design, where feasible.
• Mixed use areas should be site planned as large pieces and individual uses inte-
grated to provide functional and cohesive, mixed-use zones.
• Pedestrian spaces should be provided by creating plazas, courtyards, and prom-
enades linking commercial use areas.
• Parking should be oriented to permit pedestrian flow to shops without having to
cross numerous traffic aisles.
• Pedestrian courts are encouraged, especially to accent open area access point or
primary vehicular entry.
The use of landscape areas and green space to separate vehicular traffic from
commercial and service traffic is encouraged.
• Within the La Quinta Resort the shared use of service areas, parking, access, etc.,
should be integrated into the design.
• Orient private or quasi -public entrances to be visible from entry streets.
• Roof equipment should be architecturally screened where feasible.
• Pedestrian access to adjacent uses should be provided.
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2.8.6 COMMERCIAL DESIGN CRITERIA
WALL PLANES, WINDOWS, AND DOORS
• The use of wood frame windows scaled to the interior space is encouraged.
Frames should be painted or appropriately colored to match the commercial build-
ing or adjacent residential trim material.
• The use of wood trim is encouraged for all windows on front elevations, or any
other elevation which is visible from other private or quasi -public spaces. Trim
should be painted to be compatible with the building architecture.
• The style of windows shall be compatible with the architectural style of the
building. The use of many different styles of windows on one building plane shall
be avoided. The size and proportion of panes shall correspond to the overall pro-
portioning of the elevation.
• Accent windows having different or articulated shapes or with a finer texture
(e.g., many small panes) shall be used as an accent element to create interest on
building elevations if consistent with the Spanish eclectic style.
East Elevation
ENTRIES
• The entry of commercial building masses (i.e. the Spa) shall be articulated as a
focal point of the building's front elevation through the appropriate use of spacial
offsets, roof elements, columns, porticos, recesses or projections, windows or other
architectural features.
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PORCHES, BALCONIES, AND RAILINGS
• Front porches shall be designed, where feasible, as an integral part of the front
elevation to provide visual interest.
• Porches and balconies function as an extension of interior spaces, providing
shaded outdoor space.
• Second story balconies are encouraged to provide visual interest to the street
scene, and to increase the perceived front setback of the second story.
• Porches and balconies shall be designed as an integral component of the build-
ing's architecture and style, and shall not appear as a poorly conceived add-on ele-
ment.
• The design of porch and balcony railings shall complement the building's archi-
tecture and style.
COLUMNS
• Columns used as a structural or aesthetic design element shall convey a solid and
durable image, and shall be consistent with the architectural style of the commercial
building.
• Columns may be used as a free-standing form, or as support for roofs and bal-
conies.
CHIMNEYS
• Chimneys, particularly chimney caps, shall be simple in design, so as not to dis-
tract from the building.
• The design of chimneys shall be compatible with the architectural style of the
building. Exposed metal flues are not permitted.
EXTERIOR STAIRS
• Exterior stairways shall be simple bold elements which complement the architec-
tural massing and form of the existing resort building environment.
ARCHWAYS
• The use of archways must be compatible with the architectural style of the build-
ing, and shall be designed as an complimentary part of the building or adjacent
courtyard.
• When used, archways shall define or enframe space, such as entries, porticos,
patios, and courtyards and parking elements.
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WALLS AND FENCES
• Walls and fences which are visible from streets, open space, or other private or
quasi -public areas, shall be compatible in material, color, and design with adjacent
and/or existing architectural elements.
BUILDING DETAILS
• All mechanical equipment shall be screened from view by walls or fences com-
patible with the building architecture, or by plant material adequate in size to pro-
vide proper screening.
All utility meters are encouraged to be integrated into the architecture and
screened from view.
• The materials, colors, and forms of carport structures shall be consistent with the
architectural style of the Commercial neighborhood in which they are located.
• Carports or landscaped trellage which integrate into the building design is
encouraged.
• Accessory structures shall be designed to be consistent with the architectural
style of the adjacent commercial buildings.
COMMON SPACE ELEMENTS
• All commercial areas shall have fully enclosed trash enclosures, which are com-
patible in material, color and design with the building architecture.
• Facilities such as recreation buildings, permanent leasing offices, mail stations,
etc., shall be designed in the same architectural style, and to the same level of detail
and articulation, as the main buildings they support.
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2.8.7 COMMERCIAL SITE PLANNING CRITERIA
COMMERCIAL ELEMENTS WITHIN THE RESORT
The resort recreation areas feature a strong pedestrian orientation through the use of ele-
ments and forms relating to the human scale. Street furnishings which add to the festive
atmosphere of the commercial area and its pedestrian orientation shall be encouraged.
• Group functions and uses are encouraged at plaza spaces and existing recreation
amenities within the resort to promote an active pedestrian environment.
• Arcaded walkways provide a pedestrian scale to buildings, and particularly
when used on south and west facades provide pleasant shaded cover.
• Special areas shall be created such as paseos, plazas, and courtyards to further
enhance the pedestrian environment of the recreation areas of the resort.
• Small scale lighting fixtures which complement the character of the function
space or commercial area.
• Appropriately spaced benches and seating areas for pedestrian comfort.
• Flags or banners made of durable cloth material flown from vertical free stand-
ing poles, or incorporated into the design of street lighting and building architecture
through the use of cantilevered poles.
COMMERCIAL BUILDING PARKING
Parking (on -street and off-street) shall be accommodated in groups of small parking
dusters to minimize the visual impact of parking areas.
• Long and unbroken rows of surface parking stalls shall be avoided.
• Off-street surface parking shall be screened from view through the use of plant
material or low walls compatible with walls forms on the existing grounds.
• Landscape treatments shall be used with surface parking areas to visually mini-
mize the impact of parking areas.
• Parking areas shall provide clearly defined pedestrian circulation.
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COMMERCIAL BUILDING SERVICE ELEMENTS
Trash enclosures, loading docks, rubbish bins, transformers, satellite antennas, processing
equipment, and any other unsightly apparatuses must be screened from view through the
use landscape or architectural elements which are compatible in material, color and design
with the building architecture.
COMMERCIAL BUILDING MASSING AND SCALE
Off -set wall planes shall be used where appropriate as an integral part of the building
design to provide visual articulation.
• Building offsets shall be used to indicate building entries and pedestrian nodes.
• Offset or angled building comers shall be used to provide subtle articulation.
The building massing shall consist of a mix of building heights along with the use of focal
vertical elements.
• Projections, overhangs and recesses shall be used to provide shadow, articula-
tion, and scale to building elevations.
• Stepping back of building elevations is encouraged to provide second story ter-
races and visual articulation.
• The commercial areas shall contribute to a distinctive roofscape theme in La
Quinta Resort through the use of a variety of roof forms.
• Building design shall incorporate elements which respond to the climatic condi-
tions of La Quinta through the use of courtyards, paseos, arcades and extended roof
overhangs.
COMMERCIAL BUILDING MATERIALS AND COLORS
A range of muted color tones shall be used throughout the commercial areas at La Quinta
Resort.
• The extensive use of bright vibrant colors is discouraged except for limited
accent or focal elements.
• The color of roofs should provide a range of tones compatible with the existing
Spanish architectural influence. All roofing material shall be fire retardant.
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North Elevation
2.8.8 THE SPA SITE PLANNING CRITERIA
The commercial area identified by the Spa is planned to be a unique and identifiable land-
mark within the resort context. It is important, therefore, that the Spa for the La Quinta
Resort strongly reinforce the overall design theme of the community and contribute to the
memorable sense of place unique within the La Quinta Resort.
South Elevation
West Elevation
The key objective of the Spa Site Plan is to provide a subtle and yet unique amenity with-
in La Quinta Resort which enhances the "La Quinta Resort Lifestyle". The Spa portrays a
village scale in site plan with buildings surrounding a pair of interior courtyards reflect-
ing the ambiance and privacy of the Spanish compound. The use of valet parking is
encouraged to further enhance the ambiance and privacy of the Spa. The spa is illustrat-
ed below and in Map Pocket II.
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2.8.9 LANDSCAPE GUIDELINES
The landscape theme at the La Quinta Resort relies on a foundation of desert acclimatized
lush plantings with historical roots from the 1920's and 30's. It is the intent of the land-
scape concept to continue this lush character with aesthetic and visual interest consistent
with this goal. The landscape and open space elements significantly contribute to the
memorable sense of place within the La Quinta Resort experience. These elements are key
components in reinforcing the overall resort community image and character throughout
the project.
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The existing landscape concept of La Quinta Resort exhibits a predominance of Italian
cypress, citrus, palm, and shade tree lined boulevards, plazas, and walkways with lush
mass plantings and cactus garden accents dotted throughout turf grounds.
The earliest landscape installations adjacent to the original hotel cottages featured
large oval walkways with trees, turf and mass plantings installed over time. This oval
walkway form remains the foundation of the pedestrian organization on the resort
grounds and provides the basis for the organizational framework of the proposed land-
scape architecture. Within the context of the Historical Survey, the landscape architec-
ture of the Resort grounds is recognized as one of the primary themes of value to the
"resort" experience. Integrating the older resort grounds with the proposed resort res-
idential is a fundamental program requirement of the proposed landscape architecture.
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Plaza Pequeno
The illustration above represents the landscape theme for both the renovation of the exist-
ing landscaped ovals and thematics for proposed pedestrian greenways to be installed in
concert with the resort residential proposal within this Specific Plan. The landscape
improvements envisioned by the Specific Plan will continue the thematics currently in
place at the Resort. Streetscape and other landscape treatments shall reinforce the garden
setting and character of the landscaped area through the use of a variety of both formal
and informal planting design concepts.
Special landscape architectural treatments reflecting the existing landscape architectural
forms on site shall be used including courtyards, promenades, and other similar areas to
accentuate their importance as people -oriented spaces and to provide a separation
between service -traffic and the resort guest.
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Plaza Medio
The resort setting has historically be a place of celebration. The hotel grounds regularly
host wedding parties and associated festivities on the open grounds and gardens. This
type of garden oriented function presents the opportunity to provide a refined setting for
this type of event; the concept illustrated above is but one of many ways to provide this
function space with an associated break-out plaza and fountain. The illustration above
reflects the landscape concept in place at the easterly terminus of the Promanade on the
campus of the Resort Homes.
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LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURAL ELEMENTS
Proposed and renovated landscape architectural elements will rely on references from the
original hotel grounds. Elements such as plazas, garden courts, low garden walls, screen
walls and associated trellage are envisioned to provide the organizational framework of
the landscape architecture.
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Landscape Architectural Trellis & Topiary Frame
Examples of these elements are illustrated above and throughout the graphic thematics
within the Specific Plan. These illustrations are intended to portray design themes that
would take a number of subtly dissimilar forms to provide individuality to the pedestrian
spaces and associated gardens, plazas, and residential structures.
LANDSCAPE PLANT MATERIAL PALETTE
To provide guidance to the builders and designers of future projects within the La Quinta
Resort, a plant material palette is suggested. Species in addition to those listed are to be
considered in order to provide diversity; however, the plant material in the list provided
are relatively successful in the unique soil and climatic conditions of the La Quinta Resort.
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TABLE 8 - RECOMMENDED PLANT MATERIAL PALETTE
BOTANICAL
TREES
Brachychiton populneus
Ceratonia siliqua
Cercidium microphyllum
Cercidium praecox
Chamaerops humillus
Citrus
Jacaranda mimosifolia.
Nerum oleander
Rhus lancea
Schinus molle
Schinus terebinthifolius
Syagrus romanzoffianum
Washingtonia robusta
VINES AND GROUND COVER
Bottle Tree
Carob
Littleleaf Palo Verde
Sonoran Palo Verde
Mediterranean Fan Palm
Ruby Red Grapefruit
Lemon
Lime
Naval
Valencia Oranges
Jacaranda
Oleander
African Sumac
California Pepper Tree
Brazilian Pepper Tree
Queen Palm
Mexican Fan Palm
Apten cordifolia
Red Apple
Bougainvillea spp. Shrub form
'Barbara Karst'
'San Diego Red'
Bougainvillea spp. ground cover
'Raspberry Ice'
Chrysanthemum frutescens
'Rosenka'
Ligustrum japonicum
'Royal Purple'
Calliandra tweedi
'Pink Powder Puff'
Carissa macro carpa
'Boxwood Beauty'
Rhaphiolepis indica
'Green Carpet'
Flower carpet
Rose Ground Cover
Gazania spp.
Gazania
Hedera spp.
Ivy
Lantana spp.
Lantana
Lonicera japonica 'Halliana'
Hall's Honeysuckle
Tecomaria capensis
Cape Honeysuckle
Trachelospermum jasminoides - staked or ground coverStar Jasmine
SHRUBS
Agapanthus africanus
Lily -of -the -Nile
Buxus microphylla japonica
'Green Beauty'
Japanese Boxwood
Carissa macrocarpa 'Tuttle'
Natal Plum
Chrysanthemum frutescens
Marguerite
Ligustrum japonicum
Wax Leaf Privet
Photinia frazeri
N.C.N.
Pittosporum tohira 'Wheeler's Dwarf'
Wheeler's Dwarf (Variegated)
Rhaphiolepis indica
India Hawthorne
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3 ZONING & DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS
3.1 SPECIFIC PLAN OVERLAY DISTRICTS
A. Purpose. To provide flexible regulations via the specific plan process thereby allowing
the use of modern land planning and design techniques to create master -planned develop-
ments incorporating coordinated building design, integrated greenbelts, common and pri-
vate resort recreation facilities (such as swimming pools, golf courses, etc.), emphasizing
a separation of pedestrian and vehicular traffic, and an overall increase in residential and
resort amenity.
The specific plan overlay allows variations in residential land uses as provided by Section
9.40.030 (per General Plan Policy 2-1.1.9). Specific plan densities, development standards
and other features must be consistent with the General Plan.
B. Permitted Uses. The Resort Specific Plan specifies the permitted uses within the plan
area boundaries defined within Planning Area I through Planning Area V. Uses are tai-
lored to the individual site location within the plan boundary, the existing topography, and
other characteristics and are consistent with the General Plan.
C. Zoning Map Designation. The Resort Specific Plan specifies overlay zoning adopted
in conjunction with approval of the Specific Plan document. Upon approval, the Resort
Specific Plan is an integral part of the zoning for the property within the plan boundary
and becomes the Official Zoning Map for the City of La Quinta. Property zoning shall con-
sist of the base district symbol followed by the specific plan symbol in parentheses; for
example, RM (RSP).
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ZONING AND DEVELOPMENT REGULATION AND STANDARDS BY PLANNING AREA
Zoning and Development Regulation and Standards are provided for Planning Area I
through Planning Area V as delineated in the Planning Area Exhibit 4 (Page 2.2) and are
presented in the following order:
PLANNING AREA I
RESIDENTIAL SPECIFIC PLAN RM - (RSP) USES AND STANDARDS
RESIDENTIAL SPECIFIC PLAN TOURIST COMMERCIAL TC - (RSP)
PLANNING AREA II
LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL RL.
OPEN SPACE II - PASSIVE AND ACTIVE RECREATION AREA
WATER COURSE/ FLOOD CONTROL AREA
PLANNING AREA III
EXISTING SPECIFIC PLANNED RESIDENTIAL AREA
OPEN SPACE II - PASSIVE AND ACTIVE RECREATION AREA
PLANNING AREA IV
OPEN SPACE II - PASSIVE AND ACTIVE RECREATION AREA
WATER COURSE/ FLOOD CONTROL AREA
PLANNING AREA V
OPEN SPACE I - HILLSIDE AREA
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MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL (MDR)
RESIDENTIAL SPECIFIC PLAN TOURIST COMMERCIAL TC — (RSP) USES AND STANDARDS
Within the overall plan boundary, Planning Area I encompasses development uses and
standards for the Resort Residential grounds, Resort hotel grounds and uses as well as
ancillary Resort Residential and supporting recreational uses and areas.
Planning Area I of the Land Use Plan has, within its boundaries, two underlying zones,
Medium Density Residential (MDR) and Tourist Commercial (TC). The existing Tennis
Condos and associated common area and open space are within this Medium Density
Residential area. As no changes are contemplated for this area by the LRSP, the existing La
Quinta Zoning and Development Ordinance remain in effect for this sub -area of Planning
Area I.
A Residential Specific Plan TC - (RSP) overlay addresses residential land use within
Planning Area I. This area is located east of existing Calle Mazatlan and south of Avenida
Fernando and includes the existing resort grounds.
PLANNING AREAS
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RESIDENTIAL SPECIFIC PLAN TOURIST COMMERCIAL TC - (RSP) USES AND STANDARDS
The following sections establish the permitted land uses and development standards for
property designated as TC - (RSP) within Planning Area I as depicted on the Land Use
Plan. The residential Specific Plan TC - (RSP) overlay addresses all land within Planning
Area I which is east of existing Calle Mazatlan including the existing resort grounds.
A. PURPOSE AND INTENT. To provide for the development and regulation of a range
of specialized commercial and tourist serving residential 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,
Interval (Timeshare), fractional ownership residential uses, eating and drinking
establishments, accessory retail and personal service shops, and recreational uses.
B. PERMITTED USES. Permitted uses for land designated Residential Specific Plan
TC - (RSP) on the Land Use Plan and/or Proposed Zoning exhibits as either TC or
TC - (RSP) includes all currently existing resort serving uses and allowable uses
delineated in the Tourist Commercial District herein .
C. TEMPORARY & INTERIM USES. Temporary or recurring outdoor event staging
facilities and related uses serving the Resort Hotel and residential use and on-site
construction and site guard offices including relocatable buildings.
D. ACCESSORY USES. Resort golf , hotel, and residential maintenance facilities and
sites. Signs, fences and walls, subject to the design criteria set forth in this Specific
Plan document. Satellite dish and other antennas, subject to this Specific Plan
E. OTHER ALLOWABLE USES. Communication towers and equipment, subject to this
Specific Plan. Water wells and pumping stations, water tanks and reservoirs, pub-
lic flood control facilities and devices
E DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS. The following development standards apply to prop-
erty proposed for development designated on the Land Use Plan and/or Proposed
Zoning exhibits as either TC or TC - (RSP) and as described within the text of this
Specific Plan. Standards are established for both Resort Residential and Commercial
building and uses within Planning Area I.
G. ALLOWABLE DENSITY. The Allowable Density in areas designated TC (RSP) is
determined by site planning criteria such as mandatory parking, building setbacks,
and other site specific design criteria which is governed by development standards
delineated herein.
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TOURIST COMMERCIAL RESIDENTIAL
TOURIST COMMERCIAL/RESORT RESIDENTIAL DETACHED AND ATTACHED DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
These standards apply to all land within Planning Area I as described within the text of
this Specific Plan.
SINGLE FAMILY DETACHED DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
Min. Lot Size
Min. Golf Course Lot Frontage
Max. Building Height
Max. No. of Stories
Min. Livable Floor Area Excluding Garage
Min. Front Yard Setback from:
Street or Parking Stall Curb
Pedestrian Circulation Walks
Garage/Carport Setback
Min. Building to Building Setback
Without Partial Attachment (see Note)
With Partial Attachment (see Note)
Min. Interior/ Exterior Side Yard Setbacks
Max. Allowable Wall Height
Max. Parking Required
1,200 sq/ft.
30 ft.
28 ft.*
2
420 sq/ft.
8 ft.**
5 ft.
5 ft. or 20 ft. min. from street curb
or pedestrian path/ walk if
garage/ carport is provided as
individual structure for specific
unit on private or public street **
6 ft.
4 ft.
3 ft.
8 ft.
1 space per bedroom
Note: Partial attachment of two buildings is mad when an enclosed area having a typical interior function
such as a hot water heater closet, furnace closet, or other essential use is attached to two otherwise separate
buildings. Construction standards and fire ratings shall meet U.B.C. requirements.
*Not including chimney projections, bell towers, spires, etc.
** Not including Carriage Units with parking stalls provided under the unit footprint.
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TOURIST COMMERCIAL BUILDING - DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
Development Standards for all other buildings other than residential structures within
Planning Area I shall conform to the following standards. These standards apply to all
land within Planning Area I designated TC -(RSP) east of (existing) Calle Mazatlan as
described within the text of this Specific Plan.
COMMERCIAL BUILDING DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
QUANTITYITEM
Min. Lot Size 1,200 sq/ft
Min. Lot Frontage 35 ft.
Max. Building Height 40 ft.*
Max. No. of Stories 3
Min. Setback from:
Street or Parking Stall Curb
Pedestrian Circulation Walks
Garage/ Carport Setback
Min. Building to Building Setback
Without Partial Attachment (See Note)
With Partial Attachment (See Note)
Min. Interior/ Exterior Side Yard Setbacks
within same project
Min. Front Yard Setback within same project
Maximum Allowable Wall Height
8 ft.**
2 ft.
5 ft. or 20 ft. min. from street
curb or pedestrian path/ walk if
garage/carport is provided as
individual structure for specific
unit on private or public street **
6 ft.
4 ft.
0 ft.
0 ft.
10 ft.
Note: Partial attachment of two buildings is made when an enclosed area having a typical interior
function such as a hot water heater closet, furnace closet, or other essential use is attached to two oth-
erwise separate buildings. Construction standards and fire ratings shall meet U.B.C. requirements.
*Not including flagpoles, chimney projections, bell towers, spires, or building projections that are
nonessential to the functional space of the commercial building (i.e. bell towers etc.)
** Not including Carriage Units with parking stalls provided under the unit footprint.
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The following uses are permitted in the Tourist Commercial District of Planning Area I.
1. Retail Uses
Retail stores under 10,000 sq/ft floor area per business
2. General Commercial Uses
Barber shops, beauty, nail and tanning salons and similar uses
Resort serving uses such as travel services, photo developing, videotape rentals,
shoe repair, appliance repair, and similar uses typically ancillary to resort hotel uses.
Resort Central Cleaning Facilities
*Resort maintenance plants and facilities.
Printing, blueprinting, copy services and mobile office uses.
Pet supplies and services.
3. Office Uses and Health Services
Resort related general offices serving the on-going functions of the Resort.
Guest serving medical clinics
Health spa and clinics
4. Dining, Drinking, and Entertainment Uses
*Pool/ spa and Water Park uses
Restaurants, other than drive-thru
Restaurants, counter take-out with ancillary seating, such as yogurt, ice cream, pas-
try shops, and similar
Bars, taverns, and cocktail lounges
Live entertainment as an accessory use to a Resort event.
*Theaters, live or motion picture --indoor or outdoor
5. Recreation Uses
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 and fitness clubs & Spas
6. Public and Semi -Public Uses
Library and museum uses
Parks, play fields, and open space
Bicycle, equestrian and hiking trails
Swimming pools
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7. Residential and Lodging Uses
Townhome, *Timeshare, Single-family, and Multi -family residential uses in accor-
dance with the Specific Plan Residential Overlay within this document.
Hotel uses in accordance in accordance with the Specific Plan Residential Overlay
within this document.
8. Accessory Uses
Private parking lots.
*Parking garages as an accessory use to residential and lodging uses.
Signs in accordance with this Specific Plan.
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.
9. Temporary & Interim Uses
** Interim event parking lots for events anticipated to extend over three or more
days of use.
Temporary outdoor event staging facilities.
**Temporary outdoor event staging facilities anticipated to extend over three or
more days of use.
On-site Construction and site guard offices.
Relocatable buildings.
* A single asterisk indicates an allowable use requiring approval of a Conditional Use Permit
from the La Quinta Planning Commission.
** A double asterisk indicates an allowable use on a temporary basis requiring approval of a
Temporary Use Permit from the La Quinta Community Development Director.
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3.1.2 PLANNING AREA II
RESIDENTIAL SPECIFIC PLAN TOURIST COMMERCIAL TC - (RSP) USES AND STANDARDS
Planning Area II of the Land Use Plan has, within its boundaries, three underlying zones,
Low Density Residential (LDR), G - Golf, and FP - Flood Plain as delineated on the
Proposed Zoning exhibit with this document.
The Low Density Residential (LDR) land within Planning Area II does not contemplate
uses and/or standards which deviate from the current La Quinta Zoning and
Development Standards in effect.
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PLANNING AREA BRl AKl)OWN
La Quints Resort Grounds
La Quint. Resort & Residential
IIISanta Rosa Cove & Residential
I a Quinta Resort Golf Course
Open Space
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RESIDENTIAL SPECIFIC PLAN (RSP) USES AND STANDARDS
The following section delineates the permitted land use and development standards for proper-
ty designated as Residential Specific Plan (RSP) on the Land Use Plan, within Planning Area II.
A. Purpose. To provide for the continuing development of low density neighborhoods
(two -to -four units per acre) with single family -attached and detached dwellings on large
and medium size lots also permitting clustered smaller dwellings, such as one and two-
story single family attached units, townhomes, or condominiums, with open space.
B. Permitted Use. Permitted uses for lands designated as Low Density Residential and/or
Residential Specific Plan (RSP) include single family detached dwellings, single family
attached dwellings, town homes, condominiums, and including residential and golf sup-
porting uses. Guest houses and "Granny Units" shall be allowed in both attached and
detached residential development. Building height shall be limited to one story and 22 feet
for all residential structure within 150 feet of specific plan perimeter. Residential building
height shall be limited to 28 feet.
C. Temporary & Interim Uses. On-site Construction and site guard offices including relo-
catable buildings with a temporary use permits.
D. Development Standards. The following development standards apply to property desig-
nated as Low Density Residential and / or Residential Specific Plan (RSP) on the Land Use Plan.
RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
Min. Lot Size
6,500 sq/ft
Min. Golf Course Lot Frontage
50 ft.
Min. Off -Golf Lot Frontage
50 ft.
Max. Structure Height
28 ft.1
Max. No. of Stories
21
Min. Front Yard Setback
15 ft.*z
Min. Garage Setback
15 ft.z
Min. Interior/ Exterior Side Yard Setbacks
5 ft.3
Min. Rear Yard Setback
10 ft **4
Min. Livable Floor Area Excluding Garage 1,200 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 arc allowed to be constructed to rear yard property lines subject to approval by golf course
owner or operator.
1 Building height shall be limited to one story and 22 ft. for all residential structures within 150 ft of specific plan
perimeter.
2 25 ft. "tilt -up" type garage door is used facing street. 20 ft. If "roll -up" type garage door is used facing street.
Units with side entry garages shall have a minimum setback of 15 ft.
Residential unit supporting mechanical equipment shall be allowed within side yard setback area including eave
overhang.
3 Units with Golf/ Open Space frontage shall allow architectural projections no closer to the rear yard line than the
4 10' min. rear yard in any case subject to approval by golf course owner or operator.
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GOLF COURSE USES AND STANDARDS
A. Purpose and Intent. To provide for the protection and preservation of golf course open
space areas within the La Quinta Resort community.
B. Permitted Uses. The following uses shall be permitted in the areas designated as Golf
Course Open Space on the Land Use Plan, Exhibit 4.
1. 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 accesso-
ry uses
Golf courses without above -ground structures, including fairways, greens, tees, and
golf -cart, paths
2. Accessory Uses
Signs, subject to this Specific Plan Document and/or Chapter 9.160 of the City of La
Quinta Zoning Code
Fences and walls, subject to this Specific Plan Document and/or Section 9.100.030
of the City of La Quinta Zoning Code
3. Temporary Uses & Interim Uses
Temporary outdoor event staging facilities
On-site Construction and site guard offices
Relocatable buildings
4. Other Uses
Communication towers and equipment in support of golf and recreation event staging.
Water wells and pumping stations
Water tanks and reservoirs
Public flood control facilities and devices
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3.1.3 PLANNING AREA III
EXISTING SPECIFIC PLANNED RESIDENTIAL AREA
EXISTING OPEN SPACE II - PASSIVE AND ACTIVE RECREATION AREA
EXISTING GOLF COURSE AREA
PLANNING AREAS
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The residential components of Planning Area III are currently in place in various stages of
completion. The amendment of Specific Plan 121-E Specific Plan as presented herein rec-
ognizes that existing residential neighborhoods within the plan boundary (Planning Area
III) are to be governed by the current La Quinta Zoning Ordinance. These sub -communi-
ties within Planning Area III area are limited to:
Santa Rosa Cove
The Enclave/ Mountain Estates
Los Estados
OPEN SPACE LAND USE
Open Space land use is primarily existing Resort Golf with common area open space with-
in the various residential areas of the plan.via the La Quinta Evacuation Channel.
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3.1.4 PLANNING AREA IV
OPEN SPACE II — PASSIVE AND ACTIVE RECREATION AREAS
WATER COURSE/FLOOD CONTROL AREA
OPEN SPACE LAND USE
Open Space land use is primarily residential and recreational open space and supporting
maintenance and management facilities.
WATER COURSE/FLOOD CONTROL AREA
The storm water drainage system in the City is administered by the CVWD which main-
tains and operates a comprehensive system to safely collect and transport flows through
the City. Storm water generated on the western side of the Cove is diverted through the
Upper Bear Creek Training Dike to the Upper Bear Creek Detention Basin. The flows are
then conveyed by the Bear Creek Channel to the Oleander Reservoir via the La Quinta
Resort Golf Course before being transported to the Coachella Valley Storm water Channel
via the La Quinta Evacuation Channel.
PLANNING AREAS
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3.1.5 PLANNING AREA V
OPEN SPACE I - HILLSIDE RESOURCE AREA
OPEN SPACE LAND USE
Open Space land in Planning Area V is defined by the mountainous areas in excess of 20%
slope and are generally bounded by the La Quinta Resort Golf Course. Development cri-
teria related to Hillside areas are defined in Section 2 Planning Area V, Open Space and
Hillside Land Use.
PLANNTINGAREAS
PLANNING AREA BREAKDOWN
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IIL. Quint. Resort & Residential
III Santa Rosa rove & Residential
IV(1. _Quint. Resort Goff C�oiuse
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3.2 GOLF COURSE OPEN SPACE USES AND STANDARDS
A. Purpose and Intent. To provide for the protection and preservation of golf course open
space areas within the La Quinta Resort community.
B. Permitted Uses. The following uses shall be permitted in the areas designated as Golf
Course Open Space on the Land Use Plan, Exhibit 4.
1. 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 accesso-
ry uses
Golf courses without above -ground structures, including fairways, greens, tees, and
golf -cart paths
2. Accessory Uses
Signs, subject to this Specific Plan Document and /or Chapter 9.160 of the City of La
Quinta Zoning Code
Fences and walls, subject to this Specific Plan Document and /or 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
3. Temporary Uses & Interim Uses
Temporary outdoor event staging facilities
On-site Construction and site guard offices
Relocatable buildings
4. Other Uses
Communication towers and equipment, subject to Chapter 9.170 of the City of La
Quinta Zoning Code
Water wells and pumping stations
Water tanks and reservoirs
Public flood control facilities and devices
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C. Development Standards. The following development standards apply to the construc-
tion of ancillary buildings for golf operations on property designated as Golf
Course/ Open Space on the Land Use Plan, Exhibit 4.
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ITEM QUANTITY!
Maximum Structure Height (ft.) 28
Maximum Number of Stories
Minimum perimeter building setbacks (ft.) from:
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perimeter street rights-of-way 20
perimeter residentially zoned property 20
abutting commercial and other non -residentially zoned property 20
Minimum setback from interior property lines within the same project 0
3.3 DEVELOPMENT REVIEW PERMITS AND PROCESS
The permits, approval process and required findings for development with La Quinta
Resort 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:
3.3.1 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 tenta-
tive maps in accordance with the requirements of the Municipal Land Use and Land
Division Ordinances of the City of La Quinta.
3.3.2 The applicant shall comply with the latest Uniform Building Code, as adopted by
the City of La Quinta. The appropriate seismic design criteria will be adhered to and will
depend upon the type and use of the proposed structure and the underlying geologic con-
ditions.
3.3.3 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.
3.3.4 Prior to issuance of a building permit for any of the residential units as either mod-
els 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.
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3.3.5 Prior to the issuance of a grading or building permit for construction of any build-
ing 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 - ALRC
Riverside Co. Environmental Health Department
Coachella Valley Water District
Imperial Irrigation District
California Regional Water Quality Control Board (NPDES Permit)
3.3.6 Prior to the issuance of a grading or building permit for construction of any build-
ing 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 com-
bustible material is placed on the job site.
3.3.7 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 unob-
structed width of not less that 20 -feet.
3.3.8 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 emergency
vehicles in a manner approved by 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.
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3.3.9 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.
3.3.10 The applicant shall comply with the City's Flood Protection Ordinance.
3.3.11 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.
3.3.12 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.
3.3.13 The development shall be graded to conform with the approved hydrology report
and plan for Specific Plan 121-E, La Quinta Resort.
3.3.14 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.
3.3.15 In areas where hardscape surface improvements are planned, underground utilities
shall be installed prior to construction of the surface improvements. The applicant shall
provide certified reports of utility trench compaction tests for approval of the City
Engineer.
3.3.16 Improvement plans for, roads, parking lots, driveways and access roads shall be pre-
pared 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 be approved by the City Engineer.
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 construc-
tion traffic. The minimum pavement sections shall be as follows:
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"
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3.4 OFF-STREET PARKING REQUIREMENTS
A. Purpose. Provisions relating to parking location, configuration, and other matters are
imposed in conjunction with this Specific Plan.
These regulations are intended to: (1) provide for offstreet parking of motor vehicles
attracted by the various land uses within the specific plan boundary; (2) ensure the health,
safety and welfare of the public by preventing obstruction of rights-of-way and fire lanes;
and (3) provide for properly designed parking facilities with adequate numbers of parking
spaces in order to reduce traffic congestion, promote the integrity of the La Quinta Resort
and related development within the plan area, and enhance public safety.
B. Permitted Parking Use Area. Parking standards presented within this document are
permitted for lands designated within the Resort Specific Plan boundary.
C. Development Standards. The following development standards apply to property
designated as LDR, RM - (RSP) and TC - (RSP) on the Land Use Plan.
I. Permits Required
Offstreet parking facilities shall be subject to the development standards set forth
herein unless the parking facilities were previously approved in conjunction with a
conditional use permit or site development permit.
2. Plot Plan Requirements
A Plot Plan is not a requirement of offstreet parking development permits within the
Resort Specific Plan boundary. Discretionary review by the community
Development Director or his designee shall be filed with all applications for a park-
ing facility site development permits. The discretionary review shall consist of the
review of the offstreet parking facilities and the use(s) to be served, together with
pedestrian arrangements (including crosswalks, if necessary) connecting them. The
discretionary review shall be accompanied by information required to determine
total parking requirements to adequately serve the intended use.
3. Design Modifications Approved by Director
The Community Development Director and City Engineer may, without notice or
hearing, permit modifications to the onsite circulation, landscaping, and parking
design requirements applicable to the area within the Resort Specific Plan boundary
if the Director determines that topographic or other physical or operational condi-
tions unique to the La Quinta Resort make it impractical to require strict compliance
with these requirements.
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TABLE 9 - PARKING SPACE DIMENSIONS
LAAJAISL WIDTH LENGTH AISLE WIDTH: 1 1 •1
Residential: enclosed or covered 9 18 - - - 24
Residential: open 9 17 12 15 18 20
Commercial 9 17 12 15 18 24
Compact: residential and commercial 8 15 12 15 18 20
Parallel Spaces 7 22 - - -
3.5 DENSITY TRANSFER PROVISIONS
The transfer of residential density from one Residential Planning Area to another
Residential Planning Area within the Resort Specific Plan boundary is permitted based
upon the provisions herein. Revisions to the Planning Area Statistical Summaries (Tables
1 through 5) made in accordance with these provisions do not require an amendment to
the LRSP. Transfers of density may be approved to add or reduce the number of units
within a given Residential Planning Area up to but not exceeding 25% of the Target Units
for each Planning Area as shown on the summary Land Use Tables, 1 through 5.
Residential density may be transferred from any Residential Planning Area allowing resi-
dential development to any other Residential Planning Area allowing residential develop-
ment regardless of Planning Area location or intensity residential land use category. Within
the Planning Area receiving the transferred density, the permitted density need not be
evenly distributed to all subdivisions which comprise the "receiving" Planning Area.
Application for Density transfer shall be made in writing to the Community Development
Director or designee and shall include the following:
Location of properties to be involved in the transfer including the Planning Area or District
designations.
• The number of units to be transferred.
• A calculation of acreage for each affected Planning Area showing the current
number of allowable Units, the proposed number of Allowable Units for the effect-
ed Planning Areas, and, if the transfer is approved, the increase and decrease
(expressed as a percentage of the previous approval unit count).
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• The Community Development Director or designee shall review and approve the
Density Transfer Application if it meets the provisions stated in the above. If so, the
application for Density Transfer shall be reviewed and acted upon within 45 calen-
dar days upon receipt of the application in writing. In the event that the application
is not reviewed and acted upon within 45 calendar days, the application shall be
deemed approved as submitted unless extended by mutual agreement of the
reviewing authority and the developers of the property (Applicant).
• The Community Development Director or designee shall approve the
Density Transfer if the following conditions are met:
• The overall goals of the LRSP are maintained.
• The full range of housing stock remains available.
• Community facilities such as schools and parks can accommodate the
additional units in the affected area.
• Infrastructure facilities such as roads, sewer, and water can accommodate
the additional units in the affected area.
• The proposed densities are compatible with existing City of La Quinta
General Plan Land Use designations.
3.6 SPECIFIC PLAN RELATIONSHIP TO EIR FOR SUBSEQUENT
APPROVALS
In accordance with the provisions of Section 65457(a) of the California Government Code,
no environmental impact report or negative declaration need be filed pursuant to Division
13 (commencing with Section 21000) of the California Public Resources Code, for any res-
idential project including any subdivision or Planning Area change, which is undertaken
pursuant to and in conformity with the LRSP.
3.7 SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENTS
3.7.1 SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT PROCEDURES
Minor modifications to the approved La Quinta Resort Specific Plan are allowed at the dis-
cretion of the Community Development Director or designee. Modifications to the Specific
Plan must be consistent with the purpose and intent of the (then ) current originally
approved LRSP.
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3.7.1.1 CHANGES THAT DO NOT REQUIRE A SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT
As development within the La Quinta Resort progresses, it may be demonstrated that cer-
tain detail changes are appropriate in refinement of the Specific Plan, therefore it is intend-
ed that the Specific Plan Document provide flexibility with respect to the interpretation of
the details of project development as well as those items discussed in general terms in the
Specific Plan. If and when it is determined that changes or adjustments are necessary or
appropriate, these changes or adjustments shall be made as an administrative procedure
approved by the Community Development Director or designee. After such administra-
tive change has been approved, it shall be attached to the Specific Plan as an addenda, and
may be further changed and amended from time to time as necessary. Any such adminis-
trative changes do not require a Specific Plan Amendment.
The following changes to the Specific Plan may be made without amending the LRSP:
The transfer of dwelling units from one planning area to another within a single
planning area while maintaining the maximum overall Specific Plan dwelling unit
number of 1,507 units.
• The addition of new information to the Specific Plan maps or text that do not
change the effect of any regulation. The new information may include more
detailed, site-specific information. If this information demonstrates that Planning
Area boundaries are inaccurately designated, based upon the Goals of the Specific
Plan, said boundaries may be adjusted or redesignated to reflect a more accurate
depiction of on-site conditions, without requiring a Specific Plan Amendment.
Adjustments to the golf corridors may be made resulting in a corresponding change
to the adjacent development parcel without the requirement of a specific plan
amendment.
• Changes to the community infrastructure such as drainage systems, roads, water
and sewer systems, etc., which do not have the effect of increasing or decreasing
capacity in the project area beyond the specified density range nor increase the back-
bone infrastructure construction or maintenance costs.
3.7.1.2 CHANGES THAT REQUIRE A SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT
If it has been determined that the proposed change is not in conformance with the intent
of the current Specific Plan approval, the 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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GENERAL PLAN CONSISTENCY
California Government Code (Title 7, Division I, Chapter 3, Article 8, Section 65450 - 65457)
permits the adoption and administration of specific plans as an implementation tool 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 the gener-
al plan.
The City of La Quinta General Plan contains the following elements: Land Use,
Circulation, Open Space, Parks and Recreation, Environmental Conservation,
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 the Specific Plan
for the Resort as the basis for evaluating the Specific Plan's consistency with the City's
General Plan. Applicable key issues are stated below followed by a statement of how the
Resort's Specific Plan conforms thereto.
4.1 LAND USE ELEMENT
• Maintaining the City's low density residential character with a balance of sup-
porting commercial and community facilities.
• The Land Use Plan of the La Quinta Resort designates the majority of the site as
Low Density Residential as well as Open Space and Golf use. Supporting commer-
cial development is provided within the Tourist Commercial land use element of the
Specific Plan.
• The City enjoys a reputation as a desirable locale. The City's unique and attrac-
tive character stems from a combination of its environmental setting near the moun-
tains, (and) its resort image.
• The La Quinta Resort Master Plan enjoys 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 over-
all welfare of the City. Commercial uses ... should respect the character and be sensi-
tive to the nature of the surrounding uses.
• The Resort site planning considerations locate commercial uses at the Resort
plaza within the project which serves both residents of the hotel and surrounding
neighborhoods. Adherence to tightly controlled design guidelines ensure that these
uses will he compatible with surrounding uses.
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• As the Commercial development continues to build -out, potential incompatibil-
ities 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
The Resort site planning considerations locate physical buffers' within the project
which serve to insulate Resort guest uses of the hotel from the more private surround-
ing neighborhoods. Adherence to tightly controlled design guidelines ensure that
these buffering techniques will be compatible with surrounding built environments.
• The trend of walled residential subdivisions has resulted in many types of
perimeter wall 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.
The perimeter wall treatment in place at La Quinta Resort establishes a consis-
tent theme via consistent plantings and wall treatments as envisioned by the City in
this statement.
• Development should not be allowed on hillsides nor alluvial fan areas to protect
the scenic resources of the City.
• Hillside development is limited within the rugged terrain of the
alluvia/ fans of the adjacent mountain range and has become the signature of
the Resort Mountain Golf Course.
• Open space areas should be inclusive of hillside areas, water courses, golf cours-
es and improved and natural park areas.
• The creation of golf holes within the rugged terrain of the alluvia/fans of the adja-
cent mountain range with associated lakes and water courses are an integral part of
the Open Space element of the plan. The Resort golf course allows for the interaction
with the natural areas of the La Quinta Cove which are otherwise inaccessible.
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4.2 CIRCULATION ELEMENT
• Roadway classifications and design standards should be based on current esti-
mates of build out reflecting approved development projects.
• Development standards of perimeter roadways are established in the General Plan
Circulation Element. Existing and proposed roadway improvements in and around
the project boundary are based on current estimates of build out and consistent with
the goals and policies established in the Circulation Element of the General Plan.
• Traffic impacts resulting from development should be identified through a
mandatory traffic impact analysis process.
• Development projects at La Quinta Resort are subject to this requirement estab-
lished in the Development Review Process (3.8) of this Specific Plan. Provisions for
ride -shuttles for employees further reduces the impact to off- and on-site users of the
Resort property environment. A traffic impact analysis has been prepared in conjunc-
tion with this Specific Plan and has reviewed the possibility of negative impacts asso-
ciated with the project proposal. Mitigations are to be implemented through the
implementation of the plan to reduce the impacts to a level of insignificance.
• Pedestrian and bicycle networks should be developed which link activity centers
in order to facilitate recreational walking and biking and to establish non -automo-
tive transportation as a viable alternative to driving.
• Internal bicycle and pedestrian access is incorporated in the Circulation Plan for
La Quinta Resort accommodated on the existing and planned roadway system. The
Resort accommodates rental opportunities for equipment for on and off-site bicycle
excursions.
• The development along the perimeter of Rancho La Quinta designates locations
for transit stops and shelters. The internal circulation systems promotes the use of
golf carts, pedestrian paths and shuttles as a means of minimizing vehicular traffic.
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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 Mountain Golf Course constructed in a portion of the hillside area allows for
man's interaction with the hillside open space resource in an environmentally respon-
sible 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 water-
course areas should be identified.
4.4 PARK AND RECREATION ELEMENT
• Park and recreation uses should be located in proximity to residential uses to
facilitate pedestrian access and should include the provision of appropriate facili-
ties.
• The master plan for development within the Resort has, as a primary focus, recre-
ation amenities for golf tennis, hiking casual pedestrian ambling etc.
An integrated bicycle network and well functioning pedestrian path system
should be provided in La Quinta.
• The Bear Creek Bike Path is adjacent to the project boundary to the south and pro-
vides an opportunity for bicycle excursions off-site in the La Quinta Cove area.
• Sewage effluent should be utilized for large turf (i.e., golf course, active recre-
ation) areas and drought tolerant plant species should be used to reduce the impact
on the potable water supply of the City.
• When economically feasible, recycled water sources are envisioned as a source of
irrigation water for the recreation elements of the plan area. Drought resistant plant
material is a staple of the palette within the plan area.
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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.
• The master plan for development within planning area V specifically limits the
type of use and development to occur within the hillside areas of the plan.
• Scenic corridors, vistas and viewsheds of the Santa Rosa and Coral Reef
Mountains, as well as views toward the San Gorgonio Pass, should be preserved and
enhanced.
• Utility resources should be conserved utilizing a variety of feasible strategies.
• Recycled wastewater will be utilized at La Quinta Resort to supplement irriga-
tion demands once economically available to minimize water consumption.
• The City should be protected from the adverse impacts of storm water runoff,
including property damage as well as water quality.
• The golf courses are designed with basins within the corridors to provide storm
water retention during flooding
• Permitted land uses and standards for development in open space and water-
course areas should be identified.
• Golf course use is an ideal land use to combine watershed with open space.
• The quality and quantity of groundwater should be protected and maintained.
Water conservation efforts should be maintained, expanded and implemented.
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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 storm water drainage facilities.
• The undergrounding of utilities within roadway rights-of-way or existing ease-
ments 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 sup-
ported by the City.
• 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
• The standards for development should be carefully regulated to minimize struc-
tural damage and loss of life (from earthquakes), even though the City is located in
a low intensity ground- shaking zone.
• 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 storm water 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 ground shaking
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.
• An analysis of the Air Quality has been prepared in conjunction with this
Specific Plan amendment. This study is presented in Appendix IV as an attachment
to this Specific Plan amendment. No adverse impacts are associated with this project
proposal.
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