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Commissioner Caffery requested commented that the retention swales for the abutting homes are a waste of property and requested engineering staff to be aware of this.
Marcus Fuller, Assistant Public Works, reported the developer has approved street plans and prefers the rolled or wedge curb rather than no curbs. Vice Chair Hochanadel concurred.
CALL TO ORDER:
Roll Call: 6 members present, 1 members absent, 0 members excused.
REPORT OF POSTING OF AGENDA:
The agenda was available for public access at the City Hall exterior bulletin board (west side of Council Chamber) and the Planning Services counter by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, February 23, 2007.
Craig A. Ewing requested Item 2C, Case 3.2999 SFR moved from the Consent Agenda to Other Business as Item 3A and Item 3 then becomes Item 3B.
1. PUBLIC COMMENTS: (Three minute time limit.)
Chair Marantz opened Public Comments, and no speakers coming foward Public Comments was closed.
CONSENT AGENDA:
Commissioner Scott requested Item 2B be pulled from the Consent Agenda for further discussion.
2A. Draft Minutes of January 24, 2007.
Motion to To approve, minutes of January 24, 2007. Moved by Ringlein, seconded by Vice Chair Hochanadel.
Vote to To approve, minutes of January 24, 2007. (Approved)
2B. Draft Resolution for Minor Changes to Planned Development Districts. (Project Planner: Craig A. Ewing, Director of Planning Services)
Craig A. Ewing provided further details relating to insignificant changes and setbacks to Planned Development Districts.
Commissioner Caffery entered the Council Chamber at 1:41 p.m.
Motion to To approve, draft resolution, as submitted. Moved by Scott, seconded by Cohen.
Vote to To approve, draft resolution, as submitted. (Approved)
OTHER BUSINESS:
The following persons came forward and spoke:
3A. Case 3.2999 SFR / 7.1215 AMM - An application by Steven J. Van, owner, for a request to increase building height to construct an approximate 6,355 square foot single-family residence on a parcel approximately 0.435 acres located at 350 El Portal, Section, 27, Zone R-1-B. (Project Planner: Christopher Ison, Planning Technician)
Christopher Ison, Planning Technician, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated February 28, 2007.
-John Harrell, Palm Springs, spoke in opposition of the project, requested the balcony to be
removed.
-Daniel Hogan, Palm Springs, spoke in opposition of the project, voiced concerns with the
balcony affecting his privacy, size of proposed structure and the drainage problem.
-Jane McFee, Palm Springs, concerned with the drainage problems on this lot.
-Earl Rose, Palm Springs, spoke in opposition of the project; concerned with the density of the
project and drainage problems.
-Tom Warrick, Palm Springs, spoke in opposition of the project; suggested a revision to the
plans.
-Steven Van, applicant rebuttal, provided additional details pertaining the the 2 story
neighboring homes, height, elevations, setbacks and lot size.
-Bill Beck, seller of the property, spoke in favor of the project and provided additional details
relating to the property and the flooding concerns.
There being no further comments, the Public Hearing was closed.
Marcus Fuller, Assistant Director of Engineering, provided additional details pertaining to the storm water runoff and indicated the property is not in a designated flood zone and a standard condition is required for the provision of a hydrology study.
The Commission discussed privacy concerns, height and setbacks.
Further discussion was made pertaining to the Zoning Code regulations and the findings for the Administrative Minor Modification.
Staff provided an additional map and details to the adjacent properties.
Commissioner Scott stated he was not in favor of this project because he felt the neighboring properties will be adversely affected as a result of the approval, it is not justified by environmental feature or historic development patterns of the property or neighborhood and is not a harmonious relationship with existing and proposed adjoining developments.
Motion to To deny, Case 3.2999 and 7.1215 AMM.
THE MOTION DID NOT RECEIVE A SECOND AND WAS LOST.
Moved by Scott. The motion did not receive a second and was lost.
Motion to To approve, subject to Conditions of Approval.
MOTION FAILED.
Moved by Ringlein, seconded by Vice Chair Hochanadel.
Vote to To approve, subject to Conditions of Approval.
MOTION FAILED.
(Approved)
Motion to Approve To reconsider the Item. Moved by Caffery, seconded by Cohen.
Vote to Approve To reconsider the Item. (Approved)
Motion to Approve To continue to March 28, 2007, project referred back to the Architectural Committee to review project height, roof lines, ridge lines, window locations and consideration of the project architecture and its fit into the neighborhood character. Moved by Caffery, seconded by Chair Marantz.
Vote to Approve To continue to March 28, 2007, project referred back to the Architectural Committee to review project height, roof lines, ridge lines, window locations and consideration of the project architecture and its fit into the neighborhood character. (Approved)
3B. Case 7.1223 AMM - An appeal by John Moore of a decision by the Director of Planning Services for a request to reduce the side yard setback from 10 feet to 8 feet and the rear setback from 15 feet to 13 feet located at 2313 Camino Pelicano, Section 12, Zone R-1-C. (Project Planner: Craig A. Ewing, Director of Planning Services)
Craig A. Ewing provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated February 28, 2007.
Commissioner Caffery concurred with Vice Chair Hochanadel and also suggested a reduction of the building size to the applicant.
John Moore, applicant, provided background information and his reason for filing the appeal.
Vice Chair Hochanadel suggested to the applicant to work within the required setbacks and move the proposed casita towards the main house.
Motion to Approve To deny, and uphold the Director’s decision. Moved by Caffery, seconded by Ringlein.
Vote to Approve To deny, and uphold the Director’s decision. (Approved)
Craig A. Ewing noted this item is subject to an appeal to the City Council within 15 days.
The Planning Commission took a recess at 3:12 p.m.
The Planning Commission resumed the meeting at 3:20 p.m.
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
4. Case TTM 31422-A - An application by David and Trudy Johnston to subdivide approximately 2.5 acres into five lots located at 2630 Anza Trail and 2641 Morongo Trail, Zone R-1-B, Section 25. (Project Planner: David Newell, Assistant Planner)
David Newell, Planning Assistant, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated February 28, 2007.
Chair Marantz opened the public hearing. There being no appearances, the public hearing was closed.
Vice Chair Hochanadel stated his preference for wedge or rolled curbs.
Commissioner Caffery requested consideration from engineering staff for large retention swales which take up too much property on single family homes.
Motion to To recommend approval to City Council, subject to Conditions of Approval, as amended:
*Condition #25 - to allow a wedge or rolled curb
*Condition #29 - to allow a wedge or rolled curb
Moved by Scott, seconded by Caffery.
Vote to To recommend approval to City Council, subject to Conditions of Approval, as amended:
*Condition #25 - to allow a wedge or rolled curb
*Condition #29 - to allow a wedge or rolled curb
(Approved)
6. COMMISSION WORK PROGRAM:
* *General Plan Update
* *Work Program Priorities and Subcommittee Assignments
Craig A. Ewing provided an update on the screencheck copy of the Consolidated Draft of the General Plan and indicated it would be brought to the Commission in April.
5. Case 5.1136 CUP - An application by Simon Moore, on behalf of La Casita Restaurant, for a Conditional Use Permit to allow additional entertainment, karaoke, dancing, live music and DJ entertainment to existing program and to extend hours located at 100 South Indian Canyon Drive, Zone R-A / C-2, Section 14 (IL), APN: 508-081-002. (Project Planner: Bryan Fernandez, Assistant Planner)
Bryan Fernandez, Planning Assistant, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated February 28, 2007.
Bryan Fernandez noted that no outside construction is proposed.
Chair Marantz opened the public hearing, there being no appearances, the public hearing was closed.
The Commission discussed the parking situation and noted the majority of tenants in this complex are business offices which should not affect the parking.
Commissioner Ringlein noted more entertaining places are needed downtown and a pedestrian experience is being promotedand does not see a problem with the parking for this project.
The Commission discussed control of signage for this complex.
Motion to To approve, subject to Conditions of Approval, as amended:
*Condition #5 to include: A sign program shall be required for all new sign applications. Moved by Caffery, seconded by Ringlein.
Vote to To approve, subject to Conditions of Approval, as amended:
*Condition #5 to include: A sign program shall be required for all new sign applications. (Approved)
7. CITY COUNCIL ACTIONS: Update.
Craig A. Ewing reminded the Commission that the next Study Session will consist of a review on Planned Development Districts in conjuction with the joint meeting with the City Council on March 14, 2007.
8. COMMISSION/STAFF REPORTS AND REQUESTS: None.
9. ADJOURNMENT:
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Commissioner Caffery requested commented that the retention swales for the abutting homes are a waste of property and requested engineering staff to be aware of this.
Marcus Fuller, Assistant Public Works, reported the developer has approved street plans and prefers the rolled or wedge curb rather than no curbs. Vice Chair Hochanadel concurred.
CALL TO ORDER:
Roll Call: 6 members present, 1 members absent, 0 members excused.
REPORT OF POSTING OF AGENDA:
The agenda was available for public access at the City Hall exterior bulletin board (west side of Council Chamber) and the Planning Services counter by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, February 23, 2007.
Craig A. Ewing requested Item 2C, Case 3.2999 SFR moved from the Consent Agenda to Other Business as Item 3A and Item 3 then becomes Item 3B.
1. PUBLIC COMMENTS: (Three minute time limit.)
Chair Marantz opened Public Comments, and no speakers coming foward Public Comments was closed.
CONSENT AGENDA:
Commissioner Scott requested Item 2B be pulled from the Consent Agenda for further discussion.
2A. Draft Minutes of January 24, 2007.
Motion to To approve, minutes of January 24, 2007. Moved by Ringlein, seconded by Vice Chair Hochanadel.
Vote to To approve, minutes of January 24, 2007. (Approved)
2B. Draft Resolution for Minor Changes to Planned Development Districts. (Project Planner: Craig A. Ewing, Director of Planning Services)
Craig A. Ewing provided further details relating to insignificant changes and setbacks to Planned Development Districts.
Commissioner Caffery entered the Council Chamber at 1:41 p.m.
Motion to To approve, draft resolution, as submitted. Moved by Scott, seconded by Cohen.
Vote to To approve, draft resolution, as submitted. (Approved)
OTHER BUSINESS:
The following persons came forward and spoke:
3A. Case 3.2999 SFR / 7.1215 AMM - An application by Steven J. Van, owner, for a request to increase building height to construct an approximate 6,355 square foot single-family residence on a parcel approximately 0.435 acres located at 350 El Portal, Section, 27, Zone R-1-B. (Project Planner: Christopher Ison, Planning Technician)
Christopher Ison, Planning Technician, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated February 28, 2007.
-John Harrell, Palm Springs, spoke in opposition of the project, requested the balcony to be
removed.
-Daniel Hogan, Palm Springs, spoke in opposition of the project, voiced concerns with the
balcony affecting his privacy, size of proposed structure and the drainage problem.
-Jane McFee, Palm Springs, concerned with the drainage problems on this lot.
-Earl Rose, Palm Springs, spoke in opposition of the project; concerned with the density of the
project and drainage problems.
-Tom Warrick, Palm Springs, spoke in opposition of the project; suggested a revision to the
plans.
-Steven Van, applicant rebuttal, provided additional details pertaining the the 2 story
neighboring homes, height, elevations, setbacks and lot size.
-Bill Beck, seller of the property, spoke in favor of the project and provided additional details
relating to the property and the flooding concerns.
There being no further comments, the Public Hearing was closed.
Marcus Fuller, Assistant Director of Engineering, provided additional details pertaining to the storm water runoff and indicated the property is not in a designated flood zone and a standard condition is required for the provision of a hydrology study.
The Commission discussed privacy concerns, height and setbacks.
Further discussion was made pertaining to the Zoning Code regulations and the findings for the Administrative Minor Modification.
Staff provided an additional map and details to the adjacent properties.
Commissioner Scott stated he was not in favor of this project because he felt the neighboring properties will be adversely affected as a result of the approval, it is not justified by environmental feature or historic development patterns of the property or neighborhood and is not a harmonious relationship with existing and proposed adjoining developments.
Motion to To deny, Case 3.2999 and 7.1215 AMM.
THE MOTION DID NOT RECEIVE A SECOND AND WAS LOST.
Moved by Scott. The motion did not receive a second and was lost.
Motion to To approve, subject to Conditions of Approval.
MOTION FAILED.
Moved by Ringlein, seconded by Vice Chair Hochanadel.
Vote to To approve, subject to Conditions of Approval.
MOTION FAILED.
(Approved)
Motion to Approve To reconsider the Item. Moved by Caffery, seconded by Cohen.
Vote to Approve To reconsider the Item. (Approved)
Motion to Approve To continue to March 28, 2007, project referred back to the Architectural Committee to review project height, roof lines, ridge lines, window locations and consideration of the project architecture and its fit into the neighborhood character. Moved by Caffery, seconded by Chair Marantz.
Vote to Approve To continue to March 28, 2007, project referred back to the Architectural Committee to review project height, roof lines, ridge lines, window locations and consideration of the project architecture and its fit into the neighborhood character. (Approved)
3B. Case 7.1223 AMM - An appeal by John Moore of a decision by the Director of Planning Services for a request to reduce the side yard setback from 10 feet to 8 feet and the rear setback from 15 feet to 13 feet located at 2313 Camino Pelicano, Section 12, Zone R-1-C. (Project Planner: Craig A. Ewing, Director of Planning Services)
Craig A. Ewing provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated February 28, 2007.
Commissioner Caffery concurred with Vice Chair Hochanadel and also suggested a reduction of the building size to the applicant.
John Moore, applicant, provided background information and his reason for filing the appeal.
Vice Chair Hochanadel suggested to the applicant to work within the required setbacks and move the proposed casita towards the main house.
Motion to Approve To deny, and uphold the Director’s decision. Moved by Caffery, seconded by Ringlein.
Vote to Approve To deny, and uphold the Director’s decision. (Approved)
Craig A. Ewing noted this item is subject to an appeal to the City Council within 15 days.
The Planning Commission took a recess at 3:12 p.m.
The Planning Commission resumed the meeting at 3:20 p.m.
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
4. Case TTM 31422-A - An application by David and Trudy Johnston to subdivide approximately 2.5 acres into five lots located at 2630 Anza Trail and 2641 Morongo Trail, Zone R-1-B, Section 25. (Project Planner: David Newell, Assistant Planner)
David Newell, Planning Assistant, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated February 28, 2007.
Chair Marantz opened the public hearing. There being no appearances, the public hearing was closed.
Vice Chair Hochanadel stated his preference for wedge or rolled curbs.
Commissioner Caffery requested consideration from engineering staff for large retention swales which take up too much property on single family homes.
Motion to To recommend approval to City Council, subject to Conditions of Approval, as amended:
*Condition #25 - to allow a wedge or rolled curb
*Condition #29 - to allow a wedge or rolled curb
Moved by Scott, seconded by Caffery.
Vote to To recommend approval to City Council, subject to Conditions of Approval, as amended:
*Condition #25 - to allow a wedge or rolled curb
*Condition #29 - to allow a wedge or rolled curb
(Approved)
6. COMMISSION WORK PROGRAM:
* *General Plan Update
* *Work Program Priorities and Subcommittee Assignments
Craig A. Ewing provided an update on the screencheck copy of the Consolidated Draft of the General Plan and indicated it would be brought to the Commission in April.
5. Case 5.1136 CUP - An application by Simon Moore, on behalf of La Casita Restaurant, for a Conditional Use Permit to allow additional entertainment, karaoke, dancing, live music and DJ entertainment to existing program and to extend hours located at 100 South Indian Canyon Drive, Zone R-A / C-2, Section 14 (IL), APN: 508-081-002. (Project Planner: Bryan Fernandez, Assistant Planner)
Bryan Fernandez, Planning Assistant, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated February 28, 2007.
Bryan Fernandez noted that no outside construction is proposed.
Chair Marantz opened the public hearing, there being no appearances, the public hearing was closed.
The Commission discussed the parking situation and noted the majority of tenants in this complex are business offices which should not affect the parking.
Commissioner Ringlein noted more entertaining places are needed downtown and a pedestrian experience is being promotedand does not see a problem with the parking for this project.
The Commission discussed control of signage for this complex.
Motion to To approve, subject to Conditions of Approval, as amended:
*Condition #5 to include: A sign program shall be required for all new sign applications. Moved by Caffery, seconded by Ringlein.
Vote to To approve, subject to Conditions of Approval, as amended:
*Condition #5 to include: A sign program shall be required for all new sign applications. (Approved)
7. CITY COUNCIL ACTIONS: Update.
Craig A. Ewing reminded the Commission that the next Study Session will consist of a review on Planned Development Districts in conjuction with the joint meeting with the City Council on March 14, 2007.
8. COMMISSION/STAFF REPORTS AND REQUESTS: None.
9. ADJOURNMENT:
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