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Craig A. Ewing gave clarification to the Planning Commission regarding their options for this project.
A video presentation was shown displaying the different styles of homes.
Roll call: 6 Present, 1 Absent, 0 Excused
Chair Marantz called the meeting to order at 1:32 p.m.
REPORT OF POSTING OF AGENDA:
The April 12, 2006, agenda was available for public access at the City Hall exterior bulletin board and the Department of Planning Services counter by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, April 7, 2006.
1. PUBLIC COMMENTS: (Three minute time limit.)
Chair Marantz opened the Public Comments. There being no comments, Public Comments was closed.
CONSENT AGENDA:
2. Approval of Minutes: March 22, 2006
Motion to To approve, minutes of March 22, 2006. Moved by Vice Chair Hochanadel, seconded by Hutcheson.
Vote to To approve, minutes of March 22, 2006. (Approved)
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
3. Case 6.487-VAR - Application by Robert Seale to allow a garage within the front yard setback located at 280 Camino Sur, Zone R-1-A, Section 10, APN 505-222-008.
Chair Marantz opened the Public Hearing. There being no comments, Public Comments was closed.
Motion to To continue, to Planning Commission meeting of April 26, 2006. Moved by Vice Chair Hochanadel, seconded by Cohen.
Vote to To continue, to Planning Commission meeting of April 26, 2006. (Approved)
4. Case 5.1099 - CUP - An application by Escena-PSC, LLC., to allow the sale of beer in the temporary golf course clubhouse within the Escena project located at 1000 North Gene Autry Trail, Zone PD 231, Section 7, APN 677-260-025.
Assistant Planner, Michael Blumson, gave background information as outlined in the staff report dated April 12, 2006.
Chair Marantz opened the Public Hearing.
There being no comments, the Public Hearing was closed.
Motion to To approve, subject to Conditions of Approval. Moved by Shoenberger, seconded by Cohen.
Vote to To approve, subject to Conditions of Approval. (Approved)
5. Case 5.1056 PD 314 / TTM 33575 - An application by Palm Canyon 102, L.P., to consider revisions to the project’s site plan, circulation and building plans based on City Council’s and Architectural Advisory Committee’s comments located at 850 and 990 South Palm Canyon Drive, Zone C-1, Section 23.
Chair Marantz stated she has a conflict of interest with Item 5 because she has an office within 500 feet of the project and would not participate in the discussion and vote. She turned the meeting over to Vice Chair Hochanadel and left the Council Chamber at 1:39 p.m.
Commissioner Shoenberger stated he has a business related conflict of interest on Item 5 and would not participate in the discussion and vote. He left the Council Chamber at 1:39 p.m.
Director of Planning Services, Craig A. Ewing, gave background information as outlined in the staff report dated April 12, 2006.
Discussion was made regarding the view corridor, frontage and a sign program.
Chair Hochanadel opened the Public Hearing.
Paul Crippan, lives across the street from the proposed project and Vice Chair of TRENO, requested pop-outs or chokers for traffic calming on Mesquite.
David Hilliard, applicant, addressed concerns expressed at the City Council meeting and gave details regarding the revisions.
Robert Rambles, representing the applicant in sales and marketing of the project, gave an overview of the types of inquiries they have received for the proposed live/work units.
There being no further comments, the Public Hearing was closed.
Commissioner Roath commented that he prefers elements from the original plan and the frontage along Palm Canyon should remain commercial.
Commissioner Hutcheson stated he is in favor of this project.
Motion to To recommend to City Council approval of the revised site plan; with further consideration to the possible exposure for commercial spaces on the lower level.
Moved by Roath, seconded by Hutcheson.
Vote to To recommend to City Council approval of the the revised site plan; with further consideration to the possible exposure for commercial spaces on the lower level.
(Approved)
Chair Marantz and Commissoner Shoenberger re-entered the Council Chamber at 2:01 p.m.
6. Case 5.1094 - CUP - An application by Scott Morgan, of Wild for the Wine, to allow wine tasting in conjunction with a retail wine store located at 390 North Palm Canyon Drive, Zone C-1, Section 15, APN 513-081-022.
Assistant Planner, Michael Blumson, gave background history as outlined in the staff report dated April 12, 2006.
Chair Marantz opened the Public Hearing.
Scott Morgan, co-applicant, stated that this store looks more like a boutique than a liquor store.
There being no further comments, the Public Hearing was closed.
Motion to To approve, subject to Conditions of Approval. Moved by Shoenberger, seconded by Cohen.
Vote to To approve, subject to Conditions of Approval. (Approved)
7. Case 5.1050 PD 312 - An application by Donahue Schriber Realty Group, agent for the Smoke Tree Commons, to amend the General Plan Text to allow a second grocery store within the Smoke Tree Area Plan; to amend the General Plan Circulation Map to re-classify a section of East Palm Canyon Drive, adjacent to the project site, as a "major thoroughfare" in order to facilitate the elimination of the frontage; a Planned Development involving 170,265 square feet of retail and associated Architectural Review, Zone R-1-A, Section 25, APN 510-020-034, 510-020-039 through 510-020-048.
Commissioner Shoenberger stated he has a business related conflict of interest on Item 7 and would not participate in the discussion and vote. He left the Council Chamber at 2:08 p.m.
Director of Planning Services, Craig A. Ewing, gave background information as outlined in the staff report dated April 12, 2006.
Craig A. Ewing, reported that a memorandum has been submitted requesting revisions to Engineering Conditions #7 and #70.
Discussion was made regarding a proposed new traffic signal and further clarification of the AAC's recommendations of the revised site plan.
Chair Marantz opened the Public Hearing.
Jeff Chambers, Vice President of Development with Donahue Schriber Realty Group, commented that they have been working with this project for the past 2 1/2 years and is available for any questions.
Mike Lieberman, Donahue Schriber Realty Group, requested approval of the revised site plan with the opportunity to go back to the AAC for the building elevations. He gave further details regarding parking, shading, landscaping and pedestrian access. He addressed the Architectural Advisory Committee’s concerns. He requested Condition #14, page 3, to eliminate the 4’ wall and keep a chain link fence in the rear of the center; Condition #22, page 5, pertaining to the new title 24, Energy Code, requiring white reflective coating on the commercial buildings instead of earth tone in color; Condition #24, page 5, consideration for the site being on an alluvial fan, pertaining to the screening of the mechanical equipment; Condition #26, page 5, regarding the perimeter wall, requested the back as a view corridor to the habitat area, Condition 27, page 5, regarding the texture of the building, requested modification to state, "to work with the AAC concurrance and Condition #42, page 6, to eliminate the required islands, since they have provided more than the required landscaping and Engineering Condition #23, page 11, regarding the 12 foot wide sidewalk and bicycle lane, requested it remain as much landscaping as possible.
Craig A. Ewing recommended modifying Condition #22, "regarding Title 24, Energy Code, subject to approval of Planning Director.
Kitty Campbell, property manager of Smoke Tree Inn, adjacent property, voiced concerns regarding the Noise Ordinance and delivery to the stores.
John Raymond, Director of Community & Economic Development, stated he regarded this as a positive project and felt that if this project was changed it could create a number of other problems.
There being no further comments, the Public Hearing was closed.
Discussion was made regarding the parking spaces, drive-thru stacking spaces and ingress/egress for delivery trucks.
Commissioner Roath stated he felt the architecture does not match with Smoke Tree, is in favor of keeping the frontage road and the addition of another traffic signal would be a mistake.
Discussion was made regarding the applicant’s request for modifications to certain Conditions of Approval.
Commissioner Hutcheson stated he felt there were many open issues with respect to parking, the traffic signal and the clustering of the buildings. He is in favor of a continuance for the project.
Chair Marantz commented that she is not in favor of this project with this configuration.
The applicant was given the opportunity to state his preference for this project. Michael Leberman, applicant, stated he has tried a number of different site plans with the tenants involved in obtaining the necessary parking and vehicular/truck traffic flow and indicated they would be keeping this site plan. He respectfully asked for denial of this project.
Motion to Approve To deny, Case 5.1050 PD 321. Moved by Roath, seconded by Vice Chair Hochanadel.
Commissioner Hutcheson stated he is more in favor than against this project and he would vote against the motion of denial. He felt the applicant would have benefited more from a continuance.
Vote to Approve To deny, Case 5.1050 PD 321. (Approved)
8. ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW: None.
MISCELLANEOUS:
9. Case 5.0666-B, PD 231 / TTM 32233-2 - An application by, Lennar Homes of Southern California, for final development plans for 240 single-family residences in Planning Areas 7B, 7C, 9A and 9B within a previously approved Planned Development District 231 - Escena located at the southeast corner of Gene Autry Trail and Vista Chino Drive.
Commissioner Shoenberger re-entered the Council Chamber at 3:11 p.m.
Associate Planner, Diane Bullock, reported the following errors: on the staff report, page 3, under Architectural Features the date should be July 13, 2005 not July 13, 2006; and on the resolution, the 2nd paragraph should be July 16, 2003 not July 16, 2006.
She gave background information as outlined in the staff report dated April 12, 2006.
A video presentation was shown displaying the architectural features of the 3 different styles of "modern" homes.
Joseph Gogas, Lennar Homes of Southern California, gave further details regarding the styles of the homes.
Motion to To approve, the final plans for residential plane in Planning Areas 7B, 7C, 9A and 9B are in substantial conformance with the previously approved PD 231; subject to a re-study by the Architectural Advisory Committee. Moved by Roath, seconded by Cohen.
Vote to (Approved)
10. Case 5.0988 CUP / 6.478 VAR - An request by Wessman Development for a time extension of Case 5.0988 CUP and 6.478 VAR to allow a continuation of an existing drive-thru entitlement located at 102 North Sunrise Way in the Tahquitz Square Shopping Center, Zone C-1-AA, Section 13, APN 502-065-018.
Assistant Planner, Michael Blumson, gave background history as outlined in the staff report dated April 12, 2006.
Commissioner Shoenberger stated that the Carl’s Jr. which was previously at this location has moved because they did not have a drive-thru. He felt a drive-thru would not work in this location because of the tight quarters unless there is a total re-design of of the building.
Martha Higgins, on behalf of Wessman Development, spoke regarding a Reciprocal Easement Agreement for the ingress/egress. She requested a continuance or approval of the time extension.
Discussion was made regarding the options for this site if this project is denied.
Motion to To deny, Case 5.0988 CUP and Case 6.478 VAR. Moved by Shoenberger, seconded by Cohen.
Chair Marantz stated that the previous tenant has moved to a new location which has more space for drive-thru but during certain times of the day traffic is blocked all the way to Ramon Road and she emphasized the importance of not allowing traffic to block Sunrise Way.
Vote to To deny, Case 5.0988 CUP and Case 6.478 VAR. (Approved)
11. Case 5.0954 PD 242 / TTM 28308 - A request by Desert Chapel for a time extension of the previously approved Tentative Tract Map and Planned Development located 657 South Sunrise Way, Zone RMHP/R-C-1, Section 23, APN 508-240-010.
Assistant Planner, Michael Blumson, gave background history as outlined in the staff report dated April 12, 2006.
Michael Blumson further indicated that the Planned Development was approved in lieu of the change of zone; creating the R-2 Land Use which allows Professional Uses on a Conditional Use Permit.
Commissioner Shoenberger stated he felt it was a very nice plan when it was first presented and it would be good to go forward with this plan.
Motion to To recommend to City Council approval of a one-year time extension for Case 5.0954 PD 242 and TTM 28308 until April 12, 2007. Moved by Shoenberger, seconded by Cohen.
Commissioner Roath commented that is refreshing to see 1/4 acre lots come before the Commission.
Vote to To recommend to City Council approval of a one-year time extension for Case 5.0954 PD 242 and TTM 28308 until April 12, 2007. (Approved)
OTHER BUSINESS:
12. SP 06-034 - An application by Riofine Neon Signs to amend the previously approved permanent sign for Dale’s Lost Highway Restaurant located at 125 East Tahquitz Canyon Way, Zone CBD, Section 15, APN 513-144-001.
Assistant Planner, Michael Blumson, indicated the applicant has brought forward a revised sign to a previously approved main sign.
Chair Marantz recalled when this main sign was approved, she specifically commented against temporary banners being placed without prior approval. This business now has paper and canvas banners everywhere.
Fenye Score, RioFine Neon Sign Company, commented the building is very unique and the placement for the sign is the designated area for a main sign. She stated her company did not put up the temporary banners.
Commissioner Roath suggested installing 2 signs and placing them lower on the building where they could be seen by pedestrians and motorists.
Discussion was made regarding the additional requests for more signage.
Motion to To approve, subject to Conditions of Approval. Moved by Hutcheson, seconded by Cohen.
Vote to To approve, subject to Conditions of Approval. (Approved)
Chair Marantz suggested to the applicant to notify the owner that she does not approve of all the temporary banners on the building.
13. Initiation of a Zone Text Amendment, as outlined in Section 94.07.01 and relating to Section 94.06.01 "Minor Modifications".
Associate Planner, Ken Lyon, gave background information as outlined in the staff report dated April 12, 2006. He added if the Commission initiates this Zone Text Amendment process, staff will draft language for the Commission’s review in a noticed Public Hearing.
Motion to To initiate a Zone Text Amendment. Moved by Cohen, seconded by Hutcheson.
Vote to To initiate a Zone Text Amendment. (Approved)
14. COMMISSION WORK PROGRAM: * *General Plan Update
Ken Lyon gave an update regarding City Council's direction to study the area along the I-10 corridor. He would be providing an on-going monthly update to better understand the General Plan Update continuing process.
**Work Program Priorities and Subcommittee Assignments
Commissioner Cohen reported the Block Grant program has moved forward and tonight it will be presented to City Council.
15. CITY COUNCIL ACTIONS: None to report.
16. COMMISSION/STAFF REPORTS AND REQUESTS -
Discussion was made regarding traffic signals in the City.
Ken Lyon reported that the current Traffic Study is pending until the Land Use Plan is finalized.
17. ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business, Chair Marantz declared the meeting adjourned at 4:12 p.m.
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Craig A. Ewing gave clarification to the Planning Commission regarding their options for this project.
A video presentation was shown displaying the different styles of homes.
Roll call: 6 Present, 1 Absent, 0 Excused
Chair Marantz called the meeting to order at 1:32 p.m.
REPORT OF POSTING OF AGENDA:
The April 12, 2006, agenda was available for public access at the City Hall exterior bulletin board and the Department of Planning Services counter by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, April 7, 2006.
1. PUBLIC COMMENTS: (Three minute time limit.)
Chair Marantz opened the Public Comments. There being no comments, Public Comments was closed.
CONSENT AGENDA:
2. Approval of Minutes: March 22, 2006
Motion to To approve, minutes of March 22, 2006. Moved by Vice Chair Hochanadel, seconded by Hutcheson.
Vote to To approve, minutes of March 22, 2006. (Approved)
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
3. Case 6.487-VAR - Application by Robert Seale to allow a garage within the front yard setback located at 280 Camino Sur, Zone R-1-A, Section 10, APN 505-222-008.
Chair Marantz opened the Public Hearing. There being no comments, Public Comments was closed.
Motion to To continue, to Planning Commission meeting of April 26, 2006. Moved by Vice Chair Hochanadel, seconded by Cohen.
Vote to To continue, to Planning Commission meeting of April 26, 2006. (Approved)
4. Case 5.1099 - CUP - An application by Escena-PSC, LLC., to allow the sale of beer in the temporary golf course clubhouse within the Escena project located at 1000 North Gene Autry Trail, Zone PD 231, Section 7, APN 677-260-025.
Assistant Planner, Michael Blumson, gave background information as outlined in the staff report dated April 12, 2006.
Chair Marantz opened the Public Hearing.
There being no comments, the Public Hearing was closed.
Motion to To approve, subject to Conditions of Approval. Moved by Shoenberger, seconded by Cohen.
Vote to To approve, subject to Conditions of Approval. (Approved)
5. Case 5.1056 PD 314 / TTM 33575 - An application by Palm Canyon 102, L.P., to consider revisions to the project’s site plan, circulation and building plans based on City Council’s and Architectural Advisory Committee’s comments located at 850 and 990 South Palm Canyon Drive, Zone C-1, Section 23.
Chair Marantz stated she has a conflict of interest with Item 5 because she has an office within 500 feet of the project and would not participate in the discussion and vote. She turned the meeting over to Vice Chair Hochanadel and left the Council Chamber at 1:39 p.m.
Commissioner Shoenberger stated he has a business related conflict of interest on Item 5 and would not participate in the discussion and vote. He left the Council Chamber at 1:39 p.m.
Director of Planning Services, Craig A. Ewing, gave background information as outlined in the staff report dated April 12, 2006.
Discussion was made regarding the view corridor, frontage and a sign program.
Chair Hochanadel opened the Public Hearing.
Paul Crippan, lives across the street from the proposed project and Vice Chair of TRENO, requested pop-outs or chokers for traffic calming on Mesquite.
David Hilliard, applicant, addressed concerns expressed at the City Council meeting and gave details regarding the revisions.
Robert Rambles, representing the applicant in sales and marketing of the project, gave an overview of the types of inquiries they have received for the proposed live/work units.
There being no further comments, the Public Hearing was closed.
Commissioner Roath commented that he prefers elements from the original plan and the frontage along Palm Canyon should remain commercial.
Commissioner Hutcheson stated he is in favor of this project.
Motion to To recommend to City Council approval of the revised site plan; with further consideration to the possible exposure for commercial spaces on the lower level.
Moved by Roath, seconded by Hutcheson.
Vote to To recommend to City Council approval of the the revised site plan; with further consideration to the possible exposure for commercial spaces on the lower level.
(Approved)
Chair Marantz and Commissoner Shoenberger re-entered the Council Chamber at 2:01 p.m.
6. Case 5.1094 - CUP - An application by Scott Morgan, of Wild for the Wine, to allow wine tasting in conjunction with a retail wine store located at 390 North Palm Canyon Drive, Zone C-1, Section 15, APN 513-081-022.
Assistant Planner, Michael Blumson, gave background history as outlined in the staff report dated April 12, 2006.
Chair Marantz opened the Public Hearing.
Scott Morgan, co-applicant, stated that this store looks more like a boutique than a liquor store.
There being no further comments, the Public Hearing was closed.
Motion to To approve, subject to Conditions of Approval. Moved by Shoenberger, seconded by Cohen.
Vote to To approve, subject to Conditions of Approval. (Approved)
7. Case 5.1050 PD 312 - An application by Donahue Schriber Realty Group, agent for the Smoke Tree Commons, to amend the General Plan Text to allow a second grocery store within the Smoke Tree Area Plan; to amend the General Plan Circulation Map to re-classify a section of East Palm Canyon Drive, adjacent to the project site, as a "major thoroughfare" in order to facilitate the elimination of the frontage; a Planned Development involving 170,265 square feet of retail and associated Architectural Review, Zone R-1-A, Section 25, APN 510-020-034, 510-020-039 through 510-020-048.
Commissioner Shoenberger stated he has a business related conflict of interest on Item 7 and would not participate in the discussion and vote. He left the Council Chamber at 2:08 p.m.
Director of Planning Services, Craig A. Ewing, gave background information as outlined in the staff report dated April 12, 2006.
Craig A. Ewing, reported that a memorandum has been submitted requesting revisions to Engineering Conditions #7 and #70.
Discussion was made regarding a proposed new traffic signal and further clarification of the AAC's recommendations of the revised site plan.
Chair Marantz opened the Public Hearing.
Jeff Chambers, Vice President of Development with Donahue Schriber Realty Group, commented that they have been working with this project for the past 2 1/2 years and is available for any questions.
Mike Lieberman, Donahue Schriber Realty Group, requested approval of the revised site plan with the opportunity to go back to the AAC for the building elevations. He gave further details regarding parking, shading, landscaping and pedestrian access. He addressed the Architectural Advisory Committee’s concerns. He requested Condition #14, page 3, to eliminate the 4’ wall and keep a chain link fence in the rear of the center; Condition #22, page 5, pertaining to the new title 24, Energy Code, requiring white reflective coating on the commercial buildings instead of earth tone in color; Condition #24, page 5, consideration for the site being on an alluvial fan, pertaining to the screening of the mechanical equipment; Condition #26, page 5, regarding the perimeter wall, requested the back as a view corridor to the habitat area, Condition 27, page 5, regarding the texture of the building, requested modification to state, "to work with the AAC concurrance and Condition #42, page 6, to eliminate the required islands, since they have provided more than the required landscaping and Engineering Condition #23, page 11, regarding the 12 foot wide sidewalk and bicycle lane, requested it remain as much landscaping as possible.
Craig A. Ewing recommended modifying Condition #22, "regarding Title 24, Energy Code, subject to approval of Planning Director.
Kitty Campbell, property manager of Smoke Tree Inn, adjacent property, voiced concerns regarding the Noise Ordinance and delivery to the stores.
John Raymond, Director of Community & Economic Development, stated he regarded this as a positive project and felt that if this project was changed it could create a number of other problems.
There being no further comments, the Public Hearing was closed.
Discussion was made regarding the parking spaces, drive-thru stacking spaces and ingress/egress for delivery trucks.
Commissioner Roath stated he felt the architecture does not match with Smoke Tree, is in favor of keeping the frontage road and the addition of another traffic signal would be a mistake.
Discussion was made regarding the applicant’s request for modifications to certain Conditions of Approval.
Commissioner Hutcheson stated he felt there were many open issues with respect to parking, the traffic signal and the clustering of the buildings. He is in favor of a continuance for the project.
Chair Marantz commented that she is not in favor of this project with this configuration.
The applicant was given the opportunity to state his preference for this project. Michael Leberman, applicant, stated he has tried a number of different site plans with the tenants involved in obtaining the necessary parking and vehicular/truck traffic flow and indicated they would be keeping this site plan. He respectfully asked for denial of this project.
Motion to Approve To deny, Case 5.1050 PD 321. Moved by Roath, seconded by Vice Chair Hochanadel.
Commissioner Hutcheson stated he is more in favor than against this project and he would vote against the motion of denial. He felt the applicant would have benefited more from a continuance.
Vote to Approve To deny, Case 5.1050 PD 321. (Approved)
8. ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW: None.
MISCELLANEOUS:
9. Case 5.0666-B, PD 231 / TTM 32233-2 - An application by, Lennar Homes of Southern California, for final development plans for 240 single-family residences in Planning Areas 7B, 7C, 9A and 9B within a previously approved Planned Development District 231 - Escena located at the southeast corner of Gene Autry Trail and Vista Chino Drive.
Commissioner Shoenberger re-entered the Council Chamber at 3:11 p.m.
Associate Planner, Diane Bullock, reported the following errors: on the staff report, page 3, under Architectural Features the date should be July 13, 2005 not July 13, 2006; and on the resolution, the 2nd paragraph should be July 16, 2003 not July 16, 2006.
She gave background information as outlined in the staff report dated April 12, 2006.
A video presentation was shown displaying the architectural features of the 3 different styles of "modern" homes.
Joseph Gogas, Lennar Homes of Southern California, gave further details regarding the styles of the homes.
Motion to To approve, the final plans for residential plane in Planning Areas 7B, 7C, 9A and 9B are in substantial conformance with the previously approved PD 231; subject to a re-study by the Architectural Advisory Committee. Moved by Roath, seconded by Cohen.
Vote to (Approved)
10. Case 5.0988 CUP / 6.478 VAR - An request by Wessman Development for a time extension of Case 5.0988 CUP and 6.478 VAR to allow a continuation of an existing drive-thru entitlement located at 102 North Sunrise Way in the Tahquitz Square Shopping Center, Zone C-1-AA, Section 13, APN 502-065-018.
Assistant Planner, Michael Blumson, gave background history as outlined in the staff report dated April 12, 2006.
Commissioner Shoenberger stated that the Carl’s Jr. which was previously at this location has moved because they did not have a drive-thru. He felt a drive-thru would not work in this location because of the tight quarters unless there is a total re-design of of the building.
Martha Higgins, on behalf of Wessman Development, spoke regarding a Reciprocal Easement Agreement for the ingress/egress. She requested a continuance or approval of the time extension.
Discussion was made regarding the options for this site if this project is denied.
Motion to To deny, Case 5.0988 CUP and Case 6.478 VAR. Moved by Shoenberger, seconded by Cohen.
Chair Marantz stated that the previous tenant has moved to a new location which has more space for drive-thru but during certain times of the day traffic is blocked all the way to Ramon Road and she emphasized the importance of not allowing traffic to block Sunrise Way.
Vote to To deny, Case 5.0988 CUP and Case 6.478 VAR. (Approved)
11. Case 5.0954 PD 242 / TTM 28308 - A request by Desert Chapel for a time extension of the previously approved Tentative Tract Map and Planned Development located 657 South Sunrise Way, Zone RMHP/R-C-1, Section 23, APN 508-240-010.
Assistant Planner, Michael Blumson, gave background history as outlined in the staff report dated April 12, 2006.
Michael Blumson further indicated that the Planned Development was approved in lieu of the change of zone; creating the R-2 Land Use which allows Professional Uses on a Conditional Use Permit.
Commissioner Shoenberger stated he felt it was a very nice plan when it was first presented and it would be good to go forward with this plan.
Motion to To recommend to City Council approval of a one-year time extension for Case 5.0954 PD 242 and TTM 28308 until April 12, 2007. Moved by Shoenberger, seconded by Cohen.
Commissioner Roath commented that is refreshing to see 1/4 acre lots come before the Commission.
Vote to To recommend to City Council approval of a one-year time extension for Case 5.0954 PD 242 and TTM 28308 until April 12, 2007. (Approved)
OTHER BUSINESS:
12. SP 06-034 - An application by Riofine Neon Signs to amend the previously approved permanent sign for Dale’s Lost Highway Restaurant located at 125 East Tahquitz Canyon Way, Zone CBD, Section 15, APN 513-144-001.
Assistant Planner, Michael Blumson, indicated the applicant has brought forward a revised sign to a previously approved main sign.
Chair Marantz recalled when this main sign was approved, she specifically commented against temporary banners being placed without prior approval. This business now has paper and canvas banners everywhere.
Fenye Score, RioFine Neon Sign Company, commented the building is very unique and the placement for the sign is the designated area for a main sign. She stated her company did not put up the temporary banners.
Commissioner Roath suggested installing 2 signs and placing them lower on the building where they could be seen by pedestrians and motorists.
Discussion was made regarding the additional requests for more signage.
Motion to To approve, subject to Conditions of Approval. Moved by Hutcheson, seconded by Cohen.
Vote to To approve, subject to Conditions of Approval. (Approved)
Chair Marantz suggested to the applicant to notify the owner that she does not approve of all the temporary banners on the building.
13. Initiation of a Zone Text Amendment, as outlined in Section 94.07.01 and relating to Section 94.06.01 "Minor Modifications".
Associate Planner, Ken Lyon, gave background information as outlined in the staff report dated April 12, 2006. He added if the Commission initiates this Zone Text Amendment process, staff will draft language for the Commission’s review in a noticed Public Hearing.
Motion to To initiate a Zone Text Amendment. Moved by Cohen, seconded by Hutcheson.
Vote to To initiate a Zone Text Amendment. (Approved)
14. COMMISSION WORK PROGRAM: * *General Plan Update
Ken Lyon gave an update regarding City Council's direction to study the area along the I-10 corridor. He would be providing an on-going monthly update to better understand the General Plan Update continuing process.
**Work Program Priorities and Subcommittee Assignments
Commissioner Cohen reported the Block Grant program has moved forward and tonight it will be presented to City Council.
15. CITY COUNCIL ACTIONS: None to report.
16. COMMISSION/STAFF REPORTS AND REQUESTS -
Discussion was made regarding traffic signals in the City.
Ken Lyon reported that the current Traffic Study is pending until the Land Use Plan is finalized.
17. ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business, Chair Marantz declared the meeting adjourned at 4:12 p.m.
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