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CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting was called to order at 1:32 p.m.
ROLL CALL:
Roll call: 7 Present, 0 Absent, 0 Excused
REPORT OF POSTING OF AGENDA:
The agenda was posted and 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 Wednesday, November 21, 2007.
ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA:
The agenda was accepted, as presented.
1. PUBLIC COMMENTS: (Three minute time limit.)
Chair Marantz opened Public Comments:
-Michael Estrada, on behalf of The Falls and Matchbox restaurants, regarding Item 5 (Palm Mountain Resort), spoke in favor of the project; voiced concern with the number and quality of hotel rooms in the city.
-Aftab Dada, manager of the Hilton Hotel, regarding Item 5 (Palm Mountain Resort), spoke in favor of the project; emphasized the necessity to provide sufficient rooms to accommodate the recently renovated Convention Center.
There being no further comments, Public Comments was closed.
CONSENT CALENDAR:
Commissioner Ringlein requested staff address the yellow roof for Item 2B.
Commissioner Scott requested clarification from staff on the additional sign.
Commissioner Caffery noted his abstention on Item 2B.
Motion to To approve, Items 2A and 2B, as part of the Consent Calendar. Moved by Ringlein, seconded by Cohen.
Vote to To approve, Items 2A and 2B, as part of the Consent Calendar. (Approved)
2A. Case 5.0988 CUP-A - Draft Resolution to amend the approved Conditional Use Permit by Wessman
Development Company to allow additional signage at Tahquitz Square (Del Taco) located at 1700
East Tahquitz Canyon Way / 102 North Sunrise Way, Zone C-1-AA, Section 13, APN: 502-065-008 &
018.
(Project Planner: David A. Newell, Assistant Planner)
Approved, as part of the Consent Calendar.
2B. Case 3.3141 SFR - An application by Marshall Ininns to construct a 6,855 square feet single family
residence, on an approximate 51,973 square feet vacant hillside lot, located at 240 Ridge Mountain
Drive, Zone O-20, Section 34, APN: 513-570-004 and 005. (Project Planner: Bryan Fernandez,
Assistant Planner).
Approved, as part of the Consent Calendar. (Noting Commissioner Caffery's abstention.)
MISCELLANEOUS:
3. Case 5.1056 PD 314 - An application by Palm Canyon 102, LP., seeking approval for final development
plans for the retail component consisting of 15,000 square feet of retail in three buildings of a
previously approved mixed use project located at 990 South Palm Canyon Drive, Zone PD 314,
Section 23, APN: 508-172-005, 007 & 009. (Project Planner: David A. Newell, Assistant Planner)
Chair Marantz noted her abstention and would not be participating in the discussion and vote. She left the Council Chamber at 1:41 p.m.
David A. Newell, Assistant Planner, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated November 28, 2007.
Commissioner Scott requested staff or the applicant address if this project would be built in phases. David Hilliard, representing Palm Canyon 102, responded that the commercial project will be built at all at once and addressed the outdoor seating area.
Motion to To approve, as submitted. Moved by Scott, seconded by Cohen.
Vote to To approve, as submitted. (Approved)
Chair Marantz re-entered the Council Chamber at 1:45 p.m.
4. Case SP 07-111 (Tahquitz Square) - An application by Best Signs, Inc., on behalf of Wessman
Development Company, requesting a sign program for the multi-tenant commercial buildings located
at 1700 East Tahquitz Canyon Way, Zone C-1-AA, Section 13, APN: 502-065-008 and 018.
(Project Planner: David A. Newell, Assistant Planner)
David A. Newell, Assistant Planner, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated November 28, 2007.
Staff noted the existing signs will remain as is and any new signs will require conformance to the new sign program.
The Commission discussed the requirements/prohibition of window signs and removal of signs.
Motion to To approve, subject to Conditions of Approval. Moved by Scott, seconded by Cohen.
Vote to To approve, subject to Conditions of Approval. (Approved)
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
5. Case 5.1162 PD 342 (Palm Mountain Resort and Spa) - An application by Palm Mountain Resort, L.P.,
for a General Plan Amendment and Planned Development District to renovate an existing 120 room
hotel to a 193 room hotel on an approximately 2.77-acre site located at 155 South Belardo
Road, Zone R3, Section 15, APN 513-142-001. (Project Planner: Edward O. Robertson, Principal
Planner)
Lyn Calerdine, Contract Planner, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated November 28, 2007. Mr. Calerdine provided further details pertaining to the density, impacts to view, proposed height and the parking spaces.
Commissioner Caffery noted a concern with inadequate parking in the downtown area. Mr. Caffery felt that either an Adminstrative Modification or in-lieu fees should be applied towards this project, not both.
Chair Marantz opened the Public Hearing:
-Tim Ellis, General Manager for Palm Mountain Resort, provided further details regarding hotel rooms and the market, removal of the restaurant, mechanical equipment upgrade to low-efficiency, room count, Transient Occupancy Tax increase and hotel amenities. Mr. Ellis reported a neighborhood meeting was held to address their concerns.
-Lea Goodsell, Palm Springs, read a letter from the Historic Tennis Club Neighborhood Organization, in support of the project with the exception of insufficient parking; and a letter from Spencer’s restaurant, in support of the project.
-Joy Meredith, president of Downtown Mainstreet Merchants Association, spoke in favor of the project and requested the downtown parking problems not be placed completely on this project.
-Jono Hildner, Palm Springs, spoke in opposition of the project and encouraged revisions to height and parking concerns.
-Bob Helbling, Palm Springs, suggested the applicant revise the plans to address the parking concerns.
-Frank Tysen, Palm Springs, voiced concerns with impact of views to the neighboring hotel and insufficient parking; requested the project be sent back for further studies and scaling down of the hotel.
-Steve Simms, Palm Springs, voiced concern with enforcement of the existing zoning code; higher denisity and elimination of parking spaces.
-Tamara Stevens, representing Palm Springs Economic Development Corporation, read a letter from in support of renovation and upgrading of properties and will provide more specific comments to the City Council, upon further review of the project.
-Tracy Conrad, Palm Springs, spoke in opposition of the project, voiced concern with rezoning of the project, insufficient parking spaces, density and height; suggested revisions be made to the project.
-Craig Blaur, Chase Hotel, stated the biggest concern with this project is insufficient parking.
-Heather Holendano, Palm Springs, spoke in support of the project, emphasized the benefits to the city will be increased revenue and business.
-Gene Petrigallo, Palm Springs, business owner, spoke in support of the project; stated the hotel will provide great rates and requested approval of the project.
-Joan Martin, Palm Springs, requested enforcement of the city requirements and suggested renovation of the hotel could be done by maintaining the same footprint and height, as well providing more parking.
-Tim Ellis, General Manager, addressed public testimony, clarified that this project was not rejected by the Architectectural Advisory Committee, the tour-bus business will fill rooms on the weekend, and indicated that better value/quality rooms are needed in the downtown area. Mr. Ellis provided further details on the location for the bus parking.
There being no further comments, the Public Hearing was closed.
Commissioner Caffery reiterated his concern with insufficient parking, as well as the additional parking spaces taken up by the tour buses.
Chair Marantz expressed concern with the on-site parking for the tour buses which would take up 16 parking spaces on Belardo Road. Staff noted there is additional bus parking in the area of Museum Drive. Chair Marantz suggested a recommendation to impose bus parking on an off-site location. Commissioner Cohen concurred.
The Commission further discussed the in-lieu parking fee, the parking requirements and on-site bus parking.
Commissioner Scott stated he felt that the issue of denisty and height has been overlooked and is in favor a continuance.
Commissioner Hutcheson was in agreement of a continuance so that the project could go back for revisions to meet the existing parking, height and zoning requirements.
Commissioner Ringlein noted she is in favor of continuance and suggested imposing conditions to address off-site bus parking and valet tandem parking.
Motion to To continue to an undetermined date, for a restudy to allow for increased density, but not increased height, and meet parking requirements. Moved by Scott, seconded by Caffery.
Vote to To continue to an undetermined date, for a restudy to allow for increased density, but not increased height, and meet parking requirements. (Approved)
A recess was taken at 3:15 p.m.
The meeting resumed at 3:27 p.m.
6. Case 5.1153 CUP / 3.3038 MAJ (Sunquitz Shopping Center) - An application by H&H Investments to
construct a single story, 17,272 square feet retail building and a single story, 19,510 square feet
office building on approximately 3.76 acres located at the southwest corner of Tahquitz Canyon
Way and Sunrise Way, Zone RA, Section 14, APN 508-100-039. (Project Planner: Christopher Brown,
Contract Planner)
Commissioner Hutcheson stated his abstention and would not be participating in the discussion and vote. He left the Council Chamber at 3:28 p.m.
Christopher Brown, Contract Planner, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated November 28, 2007. Mr. Brown reported an error on engineering condition #72, Calle El Segundo should be changed to Sunrise Way.
Chair Marantz opened the Public Hearing:
-Hank Gordon, applicant, stated that he is in agreement with the conditions and requested condition #5, pertaining to the public art provision and payment of an in lieu fee, be applicable to #79, pertaining to the art items required in the Section 14 Master Plan; requested staff address #73, pertaining to dedication of easements or rights-of-way over Tirbal Allottee land; and #82, stated a financial burden for this requirement and thanked staff for their diligence.
-Tom Doczi, TKD Associates, clarified the art pieces (Type I and II) would be provided by the tribe and the land would need to be supplied by the developer and suggested this be confirmed with the tribe.
-Allen Sanborn, Sanborn A/E, architect for the project, stated the Architectural Advisory Committee was concerned with the architecture of the medical office building and was approved at their second meeting.
There being no further comments, the Public Hearing was closed.
Marcus Fuller, Assistant Director of Public Works, addressed the Indian public arts pieces noting the language is not very clear on who is responsible in providing the statute and the important thing is that the land is available.
Commissioner Caffery noted he was impressed with the architecture of the pharmacy.
Commissioner Scott noted a concern with the amount of drugstores built in the city and suggested incorporating materials from the medical and commercial buildings. Tracy Verastegui, Rite Aid Real Estate Director, stated the Rite Aid on Tahquitz Canyon is the drugstore that will be relocating to this site. .
The Commission discussed the deliveries and the truck loading zone.
Motion to To approve, subject to Conditions of Approval, as amended:
*Prior to issuance of grading or building permits, the project proponent shall submit revised colors and
materials for the office building portion of the project for staff review and approval.
*Pursuant to the Section 14 Specific Plan, the applicant shall install a straight sidewalk along the frontage of
the project site abutting Tahquitz Canyon Way. Moved by Scott, seconded by Caffery.
Vote to To approve, subject to Conditions of Approval, as amended:
*Prior to issuance of grading or building permits, the project proponent shall submit revised colors and
materials for the office building portion of the project for staff review and approval.
*Pursuant to the Section 14 Specific Plan, the applicant shall install a straight sidewalk along the frontage of
the project site abutting Tahquitz Canyon Way. (Approved)
Commissioner Hutcheson re-entered the Council Chamber at 4:02 p.m.
7. Case 3.3118 MAJ / LUP 07-036 / 7.1266 AMM (Desert Son-Shine Pre-School and Kindergarten) - An
application by David Jacobs to construct a single story, 9,863 square feet pre-school and kindergarten
on 1.06 acres located at the northwest corner of Cerritos Road and Sahara Drive, Zone P,
Section 1, APNs: 501-314-002, 014, & 015. (Project Planner: Christopher Brown, Contract Planner)
Christopher Brown, Contract Planner, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated November 28, 2007. Mr. Brown reported that the applicant is requesting deletion of condition #35, and noted the site is located within the B-1 (Inner Approach/Departure) zone and is currently under review by the Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan (ALUCP).
Vice Chair Hochanadel requested staff address if any comments were received from neighbors. Staff responded no comments were received.
Chair Marantz opened the Public Hearing:
-Ana Escalante, architect for the project, provided further details on the pre-school, proposed materials and the neighborhood,
-Marvin Roos, MSA Consulting, provided details on the landscape plan, play area, parking and site description.
-Bill Farria, Palm Springs, voiced concern with the public hearing notices sent to the neighbors and requested a scale model of the project.
-Ryan Zimmerman, Palm Springs, voiced concern with the possibiity of this site used as housing for unwed mothers.
There being no further comments, the Public Hearing was closed.
Commissioner Scott stated he was in attendance at the Architectural Advisory Committee meeting when this project was presented and viewed the models and complimented the design team on the work. Mr. Scott noted he is in spoke in support of the project.
Commissioner Caffery stated he is in opposition of the project due to the proximity of the school to the airport.
Commissioner Ringlein expressed concern with activities in the area and the safety of the children. Ms. Ringlei requested code enforcement patrol this area.
Motion to To approve, subject to Conditions of Approval, as amended:
*Deletion of condition #35. Moved by Scott, seconded by Hutcheson.
Vote to To approve, subject to Conditions of Approval, as amended:
*Deletion of condition #35. (Approved)
Commissioner Ringlein requested staff provide to the Commission all the exhibits submitted by the applicant.
8. Appointment of a sub-committee to address utility undergrounding.
Mr. Ewing reported the Commission's request to initiate a sub-committee to work with engineering and planning staff on a potential policy regarding utility undergrounding.
Commissioner Ringlein and Caffery volunteered to participate.
9. COMMISSION WORK PROGRAM: * Work Program Priorities and Subcommittee Assignments
Mr. Ewing reported the Rules of Procedure would be brought back to the Commission for further review in December.
10. COMMISSION/STAFF REPORTS AND REQUESTS:
Chair Marantz expressed her gratitude to City Council Elect Rick Hutcheson for his work and efforts in serving the Planning Commission.
Commissioner Scott requested the updated General Plan as a discussion topic at their next study session. Staff responded an orientation consisting of several study sessions would be held to discuss this topic.
11. ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further comments, the meeting adjourned at 4:43 p.m.
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CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting was called to order at 1:32 p.m.
ROLL CALL:
Roll call: 7 Present, 0 Absent, 0 Excused
REPORT OF POSTING OF AGENDA:
The agenda was posted and 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 Wednesday, November 21, 2007.
ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA:
The agenda was accepted, as presented.
1. PUBLIC COMMENTS: (Three minute time limit.)
Chair Marantz opened Public Comments:
-Michael Estrada, on behalf of The Falls and Matchbox restaurants, regarding Item 5 (Palm Mountain Resort), spoke in favor of the project; voiced concern with the number and quality of hotel rooms in the city.
-Aftab Dada, manager of the Hilton Hotel, regarding Item 5 (Palm Mountain Resort), spoke in favor of the project; emphasized the necessity to provide sufficient rooms to accommodate the recently renovated Convention Center.
There being no further comments, Public Comments was closed.
CONSENT CALENDAR:
Commissioner Ringlein requested staff address the yellow roof for Item 2B.
Commissioner Scott requested clarification from staff on the additional sign.
Commissioner Caffery noted his abstention on Item 2B.
Motion to To approve, Items 2A and 2B, as part of the Consent Calendar. Moved by Ringlein, seconded by Cohen.
Vote to To approve, Items 2A and 2B, as part of the Consent Calendar. (Approved)
2A. Case 5.0988 CUP-A - Draft Resolution to amend the approved Conditional Use Permit by Wessman
Development Company to allow additional signage at Tahquitz Square (Del Taco) located at 1700
East Tahquitz Canyon Way / 102 North Sunrise Way, Zone C-1-AA, Section 13, APN: 502-065-008 &
018.
(Project Planner: David A. Newell, Assistant Planner)
Approved, as part of the Consent Calendar.
2B. Case 3.3141 SFR - An application by Marshall Ininns to construct a 6,855 square feet single family
residence, on an approximate 51,973 square feet vacant hillside lot, located at 240 Ridge Mountain
Drive, Zone O-20, Section 34, APN: 513-570-004 and 005. (Project Planner: Bryan Fernandez,
Assistant Planner).
Approved, as part of the Consent Calendar. (Noting Commissioner Caffery's abstention.)
MISCELLANEOUS:
3. Case 5.1056 PD 314 - An application by Palm Canyon 102, LP., seeking approval for final development
plans for the retail component consisting of 15,000 square feet of retail in three buildings of a
previously approved mixed use project located at 990 South Palm Canyon Drive, Zone PD 314,
Section 23, APN: 508-172-005, 007 & 009. (Project Planner: David A. Newell, Assistant Planner)
Chair Marantz noted her abstention and would not be participating in the discussion and vote. She left the Council Chamber at 1:41 p.m.
David A. Newell, Assistant Planner, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated November 28, 2007.
Commissioner Scott requested staff or the applicant address if this project would be built in phases. David Hilliard, representing Palm Canyon 102, responded that the commercial project will be built at all at once and addressed the outdoor seating area.
Motion to To approve, as submitted. Moved by Scott, seconded by Cohen.
Vote to To approve, as submitted. (Approved)
Chair Marantz re-entered the Council Chamber at 1:45 p.m.
4. Case SP 07-111 (Tahquitz Square) - An application by Best Signs, Inc., on behalf of Wessman
Development Company, requesting a sign program for the multi-tenant commercial buildings located
at 1700 East Tahquitz Canyon Way, Zone C-1-AA, Section 13, APN: 502-065-008 and 018.
(Project Planner: David A. Newell, Assistant Planner)
David A. Newell, Assistant Planner, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated November 28, 2007.
Staff noted the existing signs will remain as is and any new signs will require conformance to the new sign program.
The Commission discussed the requirements/prohibition of window signs and removal of signs.
Motion to To approve, subject to Conditions of Approval. Moved by Scott, seconded by Cohen.
Vote to To approve, subject to Conditions of Approval. (Approved)
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
5. Case 5.1162 PD 342 (Palm Mountain Resort and Spa) - An application by Palm Mountain Resort, L.P.,
for a General Plan Amendment and Planned Development District to renovate an existing 120 room
hotel to a 193 room hotel on an approximately 2.77-acre site located at 155 South Belardo
Road, Zone R3, Section 15, APN 513-142-001. (Project Planner: Edward O. Robertson, Principal
Planner)
Lyn Calerdine, Contract Planner, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated November 28, 2007. Mr. Calerdine provided further details pertaining to the density, impacts to view, proposed height and the parking spaces.
Commissioner Caffery noted a concern with inadequate parking in the downtown area. Mr. Caffery felt that either an Adminstrative Modification or in-lieu fees should be applied towards this project, not both.
Chair Marantz opened the Public Hearing:
-Tim Ellis, General Manager for Palm Mountain Resort, provided further details regarding hotel rooms and the market, removal of the restaurant, mechanical equipment upgrade to low-efficiency, room count, Transient Occupancy Tax increase and hotel amenities. Mr. Ellis reported a neighborhood meeting was held to address their concerns.
-Lea Goodsell, Palm Springs, read a letter from the Historic Tennis Club Neighborhood Organization, in support of the project with the exception of insufficient parking; and a letter from Spencer’s restaurant, in support of the project.
-Joy Meredith, president of Downtown Mainstreet Merchants Association, spoke in favor of the project and requested the downtown parking problems not be placed completely on this project.
-Jono Hildner, Palm Springs, spoke in opposition of the project and encouraged revisions to height and parking concerns.
-Bob Helbling, Palm Springs, suggested the applicant revise the plans to address the parking concerns.
-Frank Tysen, Palm Springs, voiced concerns with impact of views to the neighboring hotel and insufficient parking; requested the project be sent back for further studies and scaling down of the hotel.
-Steve Simms, Palm Springs, voiced concern with enforcement of the existing zoning code; higher denisity and elimination of parking spaces.
-Tamara Stevens, representing Palm Springs Economic Development Corporation, read a letter from in support of renovation and upgrading of properties and will provide more specific comments to the City Council, upon further review of the project.
-Tracy Conrad, Palm Springs, spoke in opposition of the project, voiced concern with rezoning of the project, insufficient parking spaces, density and height; suggested revisions be made to the project.
-Craig Blaur, Chase Hotel, stated the biggest concern with this project is insufficient parking.
-Heather Holendano, Palm Springs, spoke in support of the project, emphasized the benefits to the city will be increased revenue and business.
-Gene Petrigallo, Palm Springs, business owner, spoke in support of the project; stated the hotel will provide great rates and requested approval of the project.
-Joan Martin, Palm Springs, requested enforcement of the city requirements and suggested renovation of the hotel could be done by maintaining the same footprint and height, as well providing more parking.
-Tim Ellis, General Manager, addressed public testimony, clarified that this project was not rejected by the Architectectural Advisory Committee, the tour-bus business will fill rooms on the weekend, and indicated that better value/quality rooms are needed in the downtown area. Mr. Ellis provided further details on the location for the bus parking.
There being no further comments, the Public Hearing was closed.
Commissioner Caffery reiterated his concern with insufficient parking, as well as the additional parking spaces taken up by the tour buses.
Chair Marantz expressed concern with the on-site parking for the tour buses which would take up 16 parking spaces on Belardo Road. Staff noted there is additional bus parking in the area of Museum Drive. Chair Marantz suggested a recommendation to impose bus parking on an off-site location. Commissioner Cohen concurred.
The Commission further discussed the in-lieu parking fee, the parking requirements and on-site bus parking.
Commissioner Scott stated he felt that the issue of denisty and height has been overlooked and is in favor a continuance.
Commissioner Hutcheson was in agreement of a continuance so that the project could go back for revisions to meet the existing parking, height and zoning requirements.
Commissioner Ringlein noted she is in favor of continuance and suggested imposing conditions to address off-site bus parking and valet tandem parking.
Motion to To continue to an undetermined date, for a restudy to allow for increased density, but not increased height, and meet parking requirements. Moved by Scott, seconded by Caffery.
Vote to To continue to an undetermined date, for a restudy to allow for increased density, but not increased height, and meet parking requirements. (Approved)
A recess was taken at 3:15 p.m.
The meeting resumed at 3:27 p.m.
6. Case 5.1153 CUP / 3.3038 MAJ (Sunquitz Shopping Center) - An application by H&H Investments to
construct a single story, 17,272 square feet retail building and a single story, 19,510 square feet
office building on approximately 3.76 acres located at the southwest corner of Tahquitz Canyon
Way and Sunrise Way, Zone RA, Section 14, APN 508-100-039. (Project Planner: Christopher Brown,
Contract Planner)
Commissioner Hutcheson stated his abstention and would not be participating in the discussion and vote. He left the Council Chamber at 3:28 p.m.
Christopher Brown, Contract Planner, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated November 28, 2007. Mr. Brown reported an error on engineering condition #72, Calle El Segundo should be changed to Sunrise Way.
Chair Marantz opened the Public Hearing:
-Hank Gordon, applicant, stated that he is in agreement with the conditions and requested condition #5, pertaining to the public art provision and payment of an in lieu fee, be applicable to #79, pertaining to the art items required in the Section 14 Master Plan; requested staff address #73, pertaining to dedication of easements or rights-of-way over Tirbal Allottee land; and #82, stated a financial burden for this requirement and thanked staff for their diligence.
-Tom Doczi, TKD Associates, clarified the art pieces (Type I and II) would be provided by the tribe and the land would need to be supplied by the developer and suggested this be confirmed with the tribe.
-Allen Sanborn, Sanborn A/E, architect for the project, stated the Architectural Advisory Committee was concerned with the architecture of the medical office building and was approved at their second meeting.
There being no further comments, the Public Hearing was closed.
Marcus Fuller, Assistant Director of Public Works, addressed the Indian public arts pieces noting the language is not very clear on who is responsible in providing the statute and the important thing is that the land is available.
Commissioner Caffery noted he was impressed with the architecture of the pharmacy.
Commissioner Scott noted a concern with the amount of drugstores built in the city and suggested incorporating materials from the medical and commercial buildings. Tracy Verastegui, Rite Aid Real Estate Director, stated the Rite Aid on Tahquitz Canyon is the drugstore that will be relocating to this site. .
The Commission discussed the deliveries and the truck loading zone.
Motion to To approve, subject to Conditions of Approval, as amended:
*Prior to issuance of grading or building permits, the project proponent shall submit revised colors and
materials for the office building portion of the project for staff review and approval.
*Pursuant to the Section 14 Specific Plan, the applicant shall install a straight sidewalk along the frontage of
the project site abutting Tahquitz Canyon Way. Moved by Scott, seconded by Caffery.
Vote to To approve, subject to Conditions of Approval, as amended:
*Prior to issuance of grading or building permits, the project proponent shall submit revised colors and
materials for the office building portion of the project for staff review and approval.
*Pursuant to the Section 14 Specific Plan, the applicant shall install a straight sidewalk along the frontage of
the project site abutting Tahquitz Canyon Way. (Approved)
Commissioner Hutcheson re-entered the Council Chamber at 4:02 p.m.
7. Case 3.3118 MAJ / LUP 07-036 / 7.1266 AMM (Desert Son-Shine Pre-School and Kindergarten) - An
application by David Jacobs to construct a single story, 9,863 square feet pre-school and kindergarten
on 1.06 acres located at the northwest corner of Cerritos Road and Sahara Drive, Zone P,
Section 1, APNs: 501-314-002, 014, & 015. (Project Planner: Christopher Brown, Contract Planner)
Christopher Brown, Contract Planner, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated November 28, 2007. Mr. Brown reported that the applicant is requesting deletion of condition #35, and noted the site is located within the B-1 (Inner Approach/Departure) zone and is currently under review by the Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan (ALUCP).
Vice Chair Hochanadel requested staff address if any comments were received from neighbors. Staff responded no comments were received.
Chair Marantz opened the Public Hearing:
-Ana Escalante, architect for the project, provided further details on the pre-school, proposed materials and the neighborhood,
-Marvin Roos, MSA Consulting, provided details on the landscape plan, play area, parking and site description.
-Bill Farria, Palm Springs, voiced concern with the public hearing notices sent to the neighbors and requested a scale model of the project.
-Ryan Zimmerman, Palm Springs, voiced concern with the possibiity of this site used as housing for unwed mothers.
There being no further comments, the Public Hearing was closed.
Commissioner Scott stated he was in attendance at the Architectural Advisory Committee meeting when this project was presented and viewed the models and complimented the design team on the work. Mr. Scott noted he is in spoke in support of the project.
Commissioner Caffery stated he is in opposition of the project due to the proximity of the school to the airport.
Commissioner Ringlein expressed concern with activities in the area and the safety of the children. Ms. Ringlei requested code enforcement patrol this area.
Motion to To approve, subject to Conditions of Approval, as amended:
*Deletion of condition #35. Moved by Scott, seconded by Hutcheson.
Vote to To approve, subject to Conditions of Approval, as amended:
*Deletion of condition #35. (Approved)
Commissioner Ringlein requested staff provide to the Commission all the exhibits submitted by the applicant.
8. Appointment of a sub-committee to address utility undergrounding.
Mr. Ewing reported the Commission's request to initiate a sub-committee to work with engineering and planning staff on a potential policy regarding utility undergrounding.
Commissioner Ringlein and Caffery volunteered to participate.
9. COMMISSION WORK PROGRAM: * Work Program Priorities and Subcommittee Assignments
Mr. Ewing reported the Rules of Procedure would be brought back to the Commission for further review in December.
10. COMMISSION/STAFF REPORTS AND REQUESTS:
Chair Marantz expressed her gratitude to City Council Elect Rick Hutcheson for his work and efforts in serving the Planning Commission.
Commissioner Scott requested the updated General Plan as a discussion topic at their next study session. Staff responded an orientation consisting of several study sessions would be held to discuss this topic.
11. ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further comments, the meeting adjourned at 4:43 p.m.
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