2B. Case 3.2956 - SFR - An application by James Cioffi, agent, to construct an approximate 5,849 square foot single-family residence on a vacant parcel approximately 0.57 acres located at 655 Las Palmas Heights, Zone R-1-A, Section 10, APN: 505-360-008. (Project Planner: Chris Ison, Planning Technician)

2C. Case 3.2908 - SFR - An application by Nadr Amirmokri, owner, to construct an approximate 3,865 square foot single-family residence located at 3140 Marigold Circle, Zone R-1-B, Section 35. (Project Planner: David Newell, Assistant Planner)

2D. Case 3.2940 - SFR - An application by Mark Blaich to construct a single-family residence of approximately 2,261 square foot located at 1725 Whitewater Club Drive, Zone R-1-C, Section 1, APN: 501-445-012. (Project Planner: David Newell, Assistant Planner)

Commissioner Scott requested clarification on the lot area and building coverage.

Motion to To approve, subject to Conditions of Approval. Moved by Scott, seconded by Ringlein.

Vote to To approve, subject to Conditions of Approval. (Approved)

ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW:

3. Case 3.2932 - SFR- An application by Michael Mueller to construct an approximate 2,500 square foot second story addition on an existing 2,500 square foot single family-residence located at 2475 Cahuilla Hills Drive, Zone R-1-A, Section 27, APN 513-430-035. (Project Planner: Ken Lyon, Associate Planner)

Associate Planner, Ken Lyon, gave background information as outlined in the staff report dated October 11, 2006.

The Commission requested clarification pertaining to the conditions needed for this project to conform, set-backs and the surrounding neighborhood.

Craig A. Ewing gave additional clarification on the General Plan requirements.

The Commission further discussed uni-level pads and other possible options.

Michael Mueller, owner, gave additional details and stated his preference for the project.

Motion to To approve, subject Conditions of Approval; with the addition of the following condition:

*A change to the pad grade of a miniumum of 2 feet in the design of the dwelling subject to staff
approval. Moved by Ringlein, seconded by Hutcheson.

Vote to To approve, subject Conditions of Approval; with the addition of the following condition:

*A change to the pad grade of a miniumum of 2 feet in the design of the dwelling subject to staff
approval. (Approved)

4. Case 3.2944 - MAJ - A Major Architectural application by Verizon to construct a 6,000 square foot pre-engineered metal office/warehouse building and associated site improvements located at 950 Williams Road, Zone M-1 (Section 19 Redevelopment Project Area 4), APN 680-160-040. (Project Planner: Ken Lyon, Associate Planner)

Associate Planner, Ken Lyon, gave background information as outlined in the staff report dated October 11, 2006.

Commissioner Caffery requested clarification on enhancements for metal buildings.

Chair Marantz stated she is not in favor of the chain link fence. Commissioner Ringlein was in agreement and suggested additional enhancement for this project and the surrounding area.

Commissioner Hutcheson commented that the project is consistent with the surrounding areas and suggested the possibility of adding increased landscaping to this area.

Vice Chair Hochanadel commented that the surrounding businesses have nice buildings and would like to see additional enhancements made to this project.

Motion to To continue, and refer back to the Architectural Advisory Committee to review the site for enhancements consistent with the surrounding area. Moved by Vice Chair Hochanadel, seconded by Caffery.

Vote to To continue, and refer back to the Architectural Advisory Committee to review the site for enhancements consistent with the surrounding area. (Approved)

MISCELLANEOUS:

5. SP 06-073 - An application by James Cioffi, architect for Palm Springs Plumbing, to implement a sign program at located at 1750 Executive Drive, Zone M-1-P, Section 6, APN: 677-040-004. (Project Planner: David Newell, Assistant Planner)

Principal Planner, Edward Robertson, gave background information as outlined in the staff report dated October 11, 2006.

Chair Marantz requested clarification on the banner.

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)

Commmissioner Hutcheson stated he has a business related conflict of interest for Items 6 and 7 and would not participate in the discussion and vote. He left the council chamber at 2:37 p.m.

6. Case 3.2462 MAJ - An application by Edward Anderholt & Norman Larsen requesting a time extension for an architectural approval entitlement to construct a four unit, two-story apartment complex located at 2160 Junipero Avenue, Zone R2, Section 3, APN 504-242-012. (Project Planner: David Newell, Assistant Planner)

Principal Planner, Edward Robertson, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated October 11, 2006.

Motion to To approve, subject to the applicant meeting all Conditions of Approval of original entitlement approved on May 12, 2004. Moved by Vice Chair Hochanadel, seconded by Scott.

Vote to To approve, subject to the applicant meeting all Conditions of Approval of original entitlement approved on May 12, 2004. (Approved)

PUBLIC HEARINGS:

7. Case TPM 35046 - An application by Bruce R. Ostrander on behalf of Gordon Elkins et al, for a Tentative Parcel Map 35046 to subdivide the airspace for an approximately 0.23-acre parcel from tenancy-in-common ownership of four attached multi-family units to condominium ownership located at 993 East Parocela Place, Zone R-2, Section 23, APN: 508-215-004. (Project Planner: Diane Bullock, Associate Planner)

Principal Planner, Edward Robertson, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated October 11, 2006.

Chair Marantz opened the Public Hearing. There being no appearances, the Public Hearing was closed.

Motion to To recommend approval to the City Council. Moved by Caffery, seconded by Scott.

Vote to To recommend approval to the City Council. (Approved)

Commissioner Hutcheson re-entered the council chamber at 2:42 p.m.

8. Case TPM 33054 - An application by Pegasus Financial Enterprise, LLC, agent for New Mesquite Greens HOA and Desert Management, owners, to subdivide land for the upcoming construction of three single-family residential units on approximately 1.31 acres located at South Sunrise Way, near the intersection at Mesquite Avenue, Zone W-R-1-C, Section 24, APN: 502-560-038. (Project Planner: Diane Bullock, Associate Planner)

Principal Planner, Edward Robertson, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated October 11, 2006.

Commissioner Scott requested clarification on Condition #43 pertaining to the parking.

Commissioner Caffery voiced his concern with the location of the drive-ways and requested the final map to be prepared with the deletion the driveways.

Chair Marantz opened the Public Hearing. There being no appearances, the Public Hearing was closed.

Motion to To recommend approval to the City Council; with the addition of the following condition:

*The Tenative Parcel Map to include the deletion of the driveways and refer to the Engineering
Department for approval of the ingress and egress. Moved by Hutcheson, seconded by Caffery.

Vote to To recommend approval to the City Council; with the addition of the following condition:

*The Tenative Parcel Map to include the deletion of the driveways and refer to the Engineering
Department for approval of the ingress and egress. (Approved)

A recess was taken at 2:50 p.m.

The meeting resumed at 3:00 p.m.

9. Zoning Ordinance Amendment for Chino Cone and Adjacent Areas - To consider an amendment to the Environmentally Sensitive Area-Specific Plan (ESA-SP) Zone. (Project Planner: Craig A. Ewing, Director of Planning Services)

Craig A. Ewing requested a continuance to the meeting of October 25, 2006.

Chair Marantz opened the Public hearing. There being no appearances, the Public Hearing was closed.

Motion to To continue, to the meeting of October 25, 2006. Moved by Ringlein, seconded by Cohen.

Vote to To continue, to the meeting of October 25, 2006. (Approved)

10. Case 5.1042 PD 311 / TTM 33514 - An application by South Palm Canyon LLC, agent for Wayne & Frances Lee, for a proposed Planned Development District to allow the development of 125 condominium units and approximately 39,000 square feet of commercial space on an approximate 2.67-acre site located at 450 - 490 South Palm Canyon Drive, Zone C-B-D, Section 15, APN: 513-214-004, 005 and 513-214-010, 011. (Project Planner: Edward Robertson, Principal Planner) (Cont’d from 9/27/06)

Principal Planner, Edward Robertson, provided background information as outined in the staff report dated October 11, 2006.

Commissioner Scott requested clarification pertaining to the comment made in the Final Environmental Impact Report by the Fire Chief.

Chair Marantz opened the Public Hearing.

-Brian Linnekans, applicant, spoke about the process and indicated that they have gone through 7 major revisions. He expressed the design challenges of this project and gave additional information.

-Ana Escalante, architect, spoke of the benefits to the City and indicated all the concerns have been addressed.

-Lance O’Donnell, architect, spoke about the Downtown Urban Guidelines relating to the massing of the buildings going east / west. He gave further details relating to the parking, pedestrian activity and energy efficient features of the project.

-Ed Torres, PSEDC, spoke in support of this project and requested approval.

-Rob Firth, Palm Springs, spoke in favor of the project and commended the developer.

-Ernie Vincent, Palm Springs, spoke in favor of the project and of the importance of downtown the revitalization of downtown.

-Joy Meredith, Palm Springs, spoke in favor of the project.

-Ziva Hillenger, Palm Springs, spoke in favor of the project and requested approval.

-Jim Stuart, Palm Springs, spoke in favor of the project and urged approval.

-Char, Palm Springs, spoke in favor of the project.

-Marvin Roos, MSA Consulting, commented that they prepared the environmental documentation and provided further information.

-Bob Nelson, Palm Springs, Palm Springs, commented that he has traveled all over the world and has seen many mixed use projects.

-Jim Gurney, Palm Springs, thanked staff and the development team; spoke in favor of the project.

-Tamara Stevens, Palm Springs, spoke in favor of the project and requested approval.

There being no further appearances, the Public Hearing was closed.

Commissioner Cohen thanked the developer for listening to the people and suggested to the applicant that the balconies be kept clean and not cluttered.

Tom Doczi, Palm Springs, provided additional details relating to the landscaping and the water feature proposed on the corner of Indian Canyon Way.

Commissioner Scott voiced his concern with the density and mass of the project and gave several suggestions.

The draft resolution was distributed and reviewed with the Planning Commission.

Motion to To approve the project Architecture, certify the Final E.I.R. and approve PD 311, subject to Conditions of Approval. Moved by Vice Chair Hochanadel, seconded by Cohen.

Vote to To approve the project Architecture, certify the Final E.I.R. and approve PD 311, subject to Conditions of Approval. (Approved)

11. COMMISSION WORK PROGRAM: * General Plan Update
*Work Program Priorities and Subcommittee Assignments

Craig A. Ewing gave an update relating to the housing element and the land use.

12. CITY COUNCIL ACTIONS: Update.

13. COMMISSION/STAFF REPORTS AND REQUESTS -

Commissioner Caffery suggested further discussion be made relating to metal buildings.

Vice Chair Hochanadel requested clarification on permits for outside vendors on the corner of Palm Canyon and Baristo Road.

14. ADJOURNMENT:

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The Commission discussed the waste pick-up and the elevations of the plantar area.

Roll Call: 7 members present, 0 members absent, 0 members excused.

Report of Posting of Agenda:

1. PUBLIC COMMENTS: (Three minute time limit.)

Chair Marantz opened Public Comments. There being no appearances, Public Comments was closed.

CONSENT AGENDA:

Commissioner Scott requested Item 2D be pulled from the Consent Agenda for further discussion.

Chair Marantz stated she has a conflict of interest on Item B and would abstain from the discussion and vote.

Motion to To approve, Items 2A, 2B and 2C, as part of the Consent Agenda. Moved by Ringlein, seconded by Vice Chair Hochanadel.

Vote to To approve, Items 2A, 2B and 2C, as part of the Consent Agenda. (Approved)

2A. Minutes of September 13, 2006.

Commissioner Scott requested clarification on the lot area and building coverage.

Motion to To approve, subject to Conditions of Approval. Moved by Scott, seconded by Ringlein.

Vote to To approve, subject to Conditions of Approval. (Approved)

ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW:

3. Case 3.2932 - SFR- An application by Michael Mueller to construct an approximate 2,500 square foot second story addition on an existing 2,500 square foot single family-residence located at 2475 Cahuilla Hills Drive, Zone R-1-A, Section 27, APN 513-430-035. (Project Planner: Ken Lyon, Associate Planner)

Associate Planner, Ken Lyon, gave background information as outlined in the staff report dated October 11, 2006.

The Commission requested clarification pertaining to the conditions needed for this project to conform, set-backs and the surrounding neighborhood.

Craig A. Ewing gave additional clarification on the General Plan requirements.

The Commission further discussed uni-level pads and other possible options.

Michael Mueller, owner, gave additional details and stated his preference for the project.

4. Case 3.2944 - MAJ - A Major Architectural application by Verizon to construct a 6,000 square foot pre-engineered metal office/warehouse building and associated site improvements located at 950 Williams Road, Zone M-1 (Section 19 Redevelopment Project Area 4), APN 680-160-040. (Project Planner: Ken Lyon, Associate Planner)

Associate Planner, Ken Lyon, gave background information as outlined in the staff report dated October 11, 2006.

Commissioner Caffery requested clarification on enhancements for metal buildings.

Chair Marantz stated she is not in favor of the chain link fence. Commissioner Ringlein was in agreement and suggested additional enhancement for this project and the surrounding area.

Commissioner Hutcheson commented that the project is consistent with the surrounding areas and suggested the possibility of adding increased landscaping to this area.

Vice Chair Hochanadel commented that the surrounding businesses have nice buildings and would like to see additional enhancements made to this project.

Vote to To continue, and refer back to the Architectural Advisory Committee to review the site for enhancements consistent with the surrounding area. (Approved)

MISCELLANEOUS:

5. SP 06-073 - An application by James Cioffi, architect for Palm Springs Plumbing, to implement a sign program at located at 1750 Executive Drive, Zone M-1-P, Section 6, APN: 677-040-004. (Project Planner: David Newell, Assistant Planner)

Principal Planner, Edward Robertson, gave background information as outlined in the staff report dated October 11, 2006.

Chair Marantz requested clarification on the banner.

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)

Commmissioner Hutcheson stated he has a business related conflict of interest for Items 6 and 7 and would not participate in the discussion and vote. He left the council chamber at 2:37 p.m.

6. Case 3.2462 MAJ - An application by Edward Anderholt & Norman Larsen requesting a time extension for an architectural approval entitlement to construct a four unit, two-story apartment complex located at 2160 Junipero Avenue, Zone R2, Section 3, APN 504-242-012. (Project Planner: David Newell, Assistant Planner)

Principal Planner, Edward Robertson, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated October 11, 2006.

Motion to To approve, subject to the applicant meeting all Conditions of Approval of original entitlement approved on May 12, 2004. Moved by Vice Chair Hochanadel, seconded by Scott.

Vote to To approve, subject to the applicant meeting all Conditions of Approval of original entitlement approved on May 12, 2004. (Approved)

PUBLIC HEARINGS:

7. Case TPM 35046 - An application by Bruce R. Ostrander on behalf of Gordon Elkins et al, for a Tentative Parcel Map 35046 to subdivide the airspace for an approximately 0.23-acre parcel from tenancy-in-common ownership of four attached multi-family units to condominium ownership located at 993 East Parocela Place, Zone R-2, Section 23, APN: 508-215-004. (Project Planner: Diane Bullock, Associate Planner)

Principal Planner, Edward Robertson, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated October 11, 2006.

Chair Marantz opened the Public Hearing. There being no appearances, the Public Hearing was closed.

Motion to To recommend approval to the City Council. Moved by Caffery, seconded by Scott.

Vote to To recommend approval to the City Council. (Approved)

Commissioner Hutcheson re-entered the council chamber at 2:42 p.m.

8. Case TPM 33054 - An application by Pegasus Financial Enterprise, LLC, agent for New Mesquite Greens HOA and Desert Management, owners, to subdivide land for the upcoming construction of three single-family residential units on approximately 1.31 acres located at South Sunrise Way, near the intersection at Mesquite Avenue, Zone W-R-1-C, Section 24, APN: 502-560-038. (Project Planner: Diane Bullock, Associate Planner)

Principal Planner, Edward Robertson, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated October 11, 2006.

Commissioner Scott requested clarification on Condition #43 pertaining to the parking.

Commissioner Caffery voiced his concern with the location of the drive-ways and requested the final map to be prepared with the deletion the driveways.

Chair Marantz opened the Public Hearing. There being no appearances, the Public Hearing was closed.

A recess was taken at 2:50 p.m.

The meeting resumed at 3:00 p.m.

9. Zoning Ordinance Amendment for Chino Cone and Adjacent Areas - To consider an amendment to the Environmentally Sensitive Area-Specific Plan (ESA-SP) Zone. (Project Planner: Craig A. Ewing, Director of Planning Services)

Craig A. Ewing requested a continuance to the meeting of October 25, 2006.

Chair Marantz opened the Public hearing. There being no appearances, the Public Hearing was closed.

Motion to To continue, to the meeting of October 25, 2006. Moved by Ringlein, seconded by Cohen.

Vote to To continue, to the meeting of October 25, 2006. (Approved)

10. Case 5.1042 PD 311 / TTM 33514 - An application by South Palm Canyon LLC, agent for Wayne & Frances Lee, for a proposed Planned Development District to allow the development of 125 condominium units and approximately 39,000 square feet of commercial space on an approximate 2.67-acre site located at 450 - 490 South Palm Canyon Drive, Zone C-B-D, Section 15, APN: 513-214-004, 005 and 513-214-010, 011. (Project Planner: Edward Robertson, Principal Planner) (Cont’d from 9/27/06)

Principal Planner, Edward Robertson, provided background information as outined in the staff report dated October 11, 2006.

Commissioner Scott requested clarification pertaining to the comment made in the Final Environmental Impact Report by the Fire Chief.

Chair Marantz opened the Public Hearing.

-Brian Linnekans, applicant, spoke about the process and indicated that they have gone through 7 major revisions. He expressed the design challenges of this project and gave additional information.

-Ana Escalante, architect, spoke of the benefits to the City and indicated all the concerns have been addressed.

-Ed Torres, PSEDC, spoke in support of this project and requested approval.

-Rob Firth, Palm Springs, spoke in favor of the project and commended the developer.

-Ernie Vincent, Palm Springs, spoke in favor of the project and of the importance of downtown the revitalization of downtown.

-Joy Meredith, Palm Springs, spoke in favor of the project.

-Ziva Hillenger, Palm Springs, spoke in favor of the project and requested approval.

-Jim Stuart, Palm Springs, spoke in favor of the project and urged approval.

-Char, Palm Springs, spoke in favor of the project.

-Marvin Roos, MSA Consulting, commented that they prepared the environmental documentation and provided further information.

-Bob Nelson, Palm Springs, Palm Springs, commented that he has traveled all over the world and has seen many mixed use projects.

-Jim Gurney, Palm Springs, thanked staff and the development team; spoke in favor of the project.

-Tamara Stevens, Palm Springs, spoke in favor of the project and requested approval.

There being no further appearances, the Public Hearing was closed.

Commissioner Cohen thanked the developer for listening to the people and suggested to the applicant that the balconies be kept clean and not cluttered.

Tom Doczi, Palm Springs, provided additional details relating to the landscaping and the water feature proposed on the corner of Indian Canyon Way.

Commissioner Scott voiced his concern with the density and mass of the project and gave several suggestions.

The draft resolution was distributed and reviewed with the Planning Commission.

Motion to To approve the project Architecture, certify the Final E.I.R. and approve PD 311, subject to Conditions of Approval. Moved by Vice Chair Hochanadel, seconded by Cohen.

Vote to To approve the project Architecture, certify the Final E.I.R. and approve PD 311, subject to Conditions of Approval. (Approved)

11. COMMISSION WORK PROGRAM: * General Plan Update
*Work Program Priorities and Subcommittee Assignments

Craig A. Ewing gave an update relating to the housing element and the land use.

12. CITY COUNCIL ACTIONS: Update.

13. COMMISSION/STAFF REPORTS AND REQUESTS -

Commissioner Caffery suggested further discussion be made relating to metal buildings.

Vice Chair Hochanadel requested clarification on permits for outside vendors on the corner of Palm Canyon and Baristo Road.

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