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CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting was called to order at 1:33 p.m.
ROLL CALL:
Roll Call: 5 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 4:30 p.m. on Friday, April 17, 2009.
ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA:
Commissioner Scott requested Item 1C pulled from the Consent Calendar for further discussion.
PUBLIC COMMENTS:
Chair Hochanadel opened Public Comments:
(The following persons spoke in reference to Item 3A.)
-Marvin Geistlinger, president, Twin Palms HOA, provided an overview of the trees damaged by the windstorms and requested approval of the tree replacement plan.
-Tom Hawk, Twin Palms HOA board member, requested consideration for the availability of the tree species and the appropriate time to plant the trees.
-Nadine Navarro, Twin Palms HOA board member, requested "Area A" from Mr. Geistlinger’s letter dated April 21, 2009, to be replaced with "Area A", as noted in the appellant’s letter dated April 21, 2009.
-Michael Silbert, Twin Palms homeowner, requested 36 or 24 inch box size trees and the planting to begin in the fall of 2009.
-Jim Meyers, Twin Palms homeowner, suggested 24 or 36 inch box size trees and proper maintenance of the new trees.
-Steve Rowland, Twin Palm homeowner, spoke in support of the previous two speakers.
-Lorraine Lawrence, appellant, stated that a compromise has been reached with the homeowners association; and requested 24 or 48 inch box size trees and proper maintenance of trees on regular basis.
There being no further appearances, Public Comments was closed.
1. CONSENT CALENDAR:
Motion to To approve, Items 1A, 1B, 1D, 1E and 1F, as part of the Consent Calendar. Moved by Scott, seconded by Vice Chair Cohen.
Vote to To approve, Items 1A, 1B, 1D, 1E and 1F, as part of the Consent Calendar. (Approved)
1A. Minutes of April 8, 2009.
Approved, as part of the Consent Calendar.
1B. Case 5.0909 CUP - A draft resolution recommending to the City Council modification of the conditions of approval for the Viceroy Hotel located at 415 South Belardo Road, Zone R-3, Section 15. (Project Planner: Craig A. Ewing, AICP, Director of Planning)
Approved, as part of the Consent Calendar.
1C. Case 5.1082 / PD 321 - A request by Nexus Development for a one year time extension for a previously approved 84-unit condominium complex, a clubhouse and recreational areas located at the southeast corner of Avenida Caballeros and Alejo Road, Zone HR and MBR, Section 14, APNs: 508-060-008, -009 and -031. (Project Planner: Glenn Mlaker, Assistant Planner)
Motion to To approve a one year time extension from April 18, 2009 to April 18, 2010, as amended:
-The applicant shall re-grade the entire potion of the site where an existing pit is located, as directed by the Planning Director. Moved by Scott, seconded by Donenfeld.
Vote to To approve a one year time extension from April 18, 2009 to April 18, 2010, as amended:
-The applicant shall re-grade the entire potion of the site where an existing pit is located, as directed by the Planning Director. (Approved)
1D. Case 3.2801 MAJ - A request by Familian Business Park for a one year time extension for a previously approved commercial/industrial building complex located at 1066 North Gene Autry Trail, Zone W-M-1-P, Section 7, APN 677-260-026. (Project Planner: Glenn Mlaker, Assistant Planner)
Approved, as part of the Consent Calendar.
1E. Case 3.2802 MAJ - A request by Familian Business Park for a one year time extension for a previously approved commercial/industrial building complex located at 890 North Gene Autry Trail, Zone W-M-1-P, Section 7, APN 677-260-027. (Project Planner: Glenn Mlaker, Assistant Planner)
Approved, as part of the Consent Calendar.
1F. Case 3.3331 SFR - An application by Peter Halper, owner, to remodel and add approximately 1,499 square feet to an existing single-family hillside residence at 700 West Ramon Road, Zone R-1-A, Section 15, APN: 513-550-005 (Project Planner: David A. Newell, Associate Planner)
Approved, as part of the Consent Calendar.
2. ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW:
2A. Case 5.1132 PD 333 AMND (Mondrian Hotel) - An application by Lauri Kibby of the Oasi Group, LLC, to amend a previously approved Final Planned Development District 333 (PDD 333) for the development of a 200-room hotel, 143 condominium units and a parking structure on approximately 10.47-acre site located at the northwest corner of Avenida Caballeros and Amado Road, Zone PDD-333, Section 14, APN: 508-034-011, 012, 013, and 014. (Project Planner: Edward O. Robertson, Principal Planner)
Edward Robertson, Principal Planner, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated April 22, 2009.
Lauri Kibby, representing the Oasi Group, LLC, provided an overview on the project modifications for Phase 1. Ms. Kibby (responding to questions from the Commission) noted that the amended project includes a landscaping plan which incorporates the requirements of the Section 14 Master Plan for street trees and perimeter landscaping. Discussion occurred on the surface parking adjacent to the hotel, valet parking, elevations, the hotel access point, pedestrian sidewalks and landscaping.
Commissioner Scott noted that he had not previously supported the project due to the distance of the new condominiums to the existing condominiums, however, he is now very pleased with the improvements that have been made to the project. Commissioners Conrad and Cohen concurred.
Motion to To approve the amendment to the Final Development Plans, subject to the conditions in Exhibit A. Moved by Scott, seconded by Donenfeld.
Vote to To approve the amendment to the Final Development Plans, subject to the conditions in Exhibit A. (Approved)
Case 3.1142 MAA - Amendment to Landscape Plan for Twin Palm Condominiums, located on the South side of Twin Palm Drive, approximately 1400 feet west of Sunrise Way. The project is comprised of two parts:
- Appeal of the Planning Director’s decision allowing an amendment to the Landscape Plan: Appeal by Lorraine Lawrence.
- A subsequent application by the Home Owners Association to propose additional amendments to the approved landscape plan.
Scott Taschner, Assistant Planner, provided background information as outlined in the memorandum dated April 22, 2009. Mr. Taschner noted that since the meeting of April 8th, a compromise has been reached between the Homeowners and the concerned homeowners with regard to the number and types of trees.
The Commission discussed tree size, cost and the appropriate time of the year to plant the trees.
Motion to To approve the landscape plan, as presented (April 16, 2009) and uphold the appeal as modified, as amended:
-All replacement trees shall be a minimum 24 inch box size.
-All trees shall be properly maintained.
-Conifers shall not be used as a replacement tree type. Moved by Conrad, seconded by Vice Chair Cohen.
Vote to To approve the landscape plan, as presented (April 16, 2009) and uphold the appeal as modified, as amended:
-All replacement trees shall be a minimum 24 inch box size.
-All trees shall be properly maintained.
-Conifers shall not be used as a replacement tree type. (Approved)
PLANNING COMMISSION COMMENTS:
The Commission requested a review of the applications for the vacancy on the Architectural Advisory Committee and establishing a subcommittee to conduct the interviews. A subcommittee was formed and consists of: Chair Hochanadel, Commissioner Conrad and Commissioner Scott.
PLANNING DIRECTOR’S REPORT:
Staff provided an updated on the planning items scheduled for the May 6th City Council meeting.
ADJOURNMENT:
The Planning Commission adjourned at 2:58 p.m. to a regular meeting on Wednesday, May 13, 2009, at 1:30 p.m., City Hall, Council Chamber, 3200 East Tahquitz Canyon Way.
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CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting was called to order at 1:33 p.m.
ROLL CALL:
Roll Call: 5 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 4:30 p.m. on Friday, April 17, 2009.
ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA:
Commissioner Scott requested Item 1C pulled from the Consent Calendar for further discussion.
PUBLIC COMMENTS:
Chair Hochanadel opened Public Comments:
(The following persons spoke in reference to Item 3A.)
-Marvin Geistlinger, president, Twin Palms HOA, provided an overview of the trees damaged by the windstorms and requested approval of the tree replacement plan.
-Tom Hawk, Twin Palms HOA board member, requested consideration for the availability of the tree species and the appropriate time to plant the trees.
-Nadine Navarro, Twin Palms HOA board member, requested "Area A" from Mr. Geistlinger’s letter dated April 21, 2009, to be replaced with "Area A", as noted in the appellant’s letter dated April 21, 2009.
-Michael Silbert, Twin Palms homeowner, requested 36 or 24 inch box size trees and the planting to begin in the fall of 2009.
-Jim Meyers, Twin Palms homeowner, suggested 24 or 36 inch box size trees and proper maintenance of the new trees.
-Steve Rowland, Twin Palm homeowner, spoke in support of the previous two speakers.
-Lorraine Lawrence, appellant, stated that a compromise has been reached with the homeowners association; and requested 24 or 48 inch box size trees and proper maintenance of trees on regular basis.
There being no further appearances, Public Comments was closed.
1. CONSENT CALENDAR:
Motion to To approve, Items 1A, 1B, 1D, 1E and 1F, as part of the Consent Calendar. Moved by Scott, seconded by Vice Chair Cohen.
Vote to To approve, Items 1A, 1B, 1D, 1E and 1F, as part of the Consent Calendar. (Approved)
1A. Minutes of April 8, 2009.
Approved, as part of the Consent Calendar.
1B. Case 5.0909 CUP - A draft resolution recommending to the City Council modification of the conditions of approval for the Viceroy Hotel located at 415 South Belardo Road, Zone R-3, Section 15. (Project Planner: Craig A. Ewing, AICP, Director of Planning)
Approved, as part of the Consent Calendar.
1C. Case 5.1082 / PD 321 - A request by Nexus Development for a one year time extension for a previously approved 84-unit condominium complex, a clubhouse and recreational areas located at the southeast corner of Avenida Caballeros and Alejo Road, Zone HR and MBR, Section 14, APNs: 508-060-008, -009 and -031. (Project Planner: Glenn Mlaker, Assistant Planner)
Motion to To approve a one year time extension from April 18, 2009 to April 18, 2010, as amended:
-The applicant shall re-grade the entire potion of the site where an existing pit is located, as directed by the Planning Director. Moved by Scott, seconded by Donenfeld.
Vote to To approve a one year time extension from April 18, 2009 to April 18, 2010, as amended:
-The applicant shall re-grade the entire potion of the site where an existing pit is located, as directed by the Planning Director. (Approved)
1D. Case 3.2801 MAJ - A request by Familian Business Park for a one year time extension for a previously approved commercial/industrial building complex located at 1066 North Gene Autry Trail, Zone W-M-1-P, Section 7, APN 677-260-026. (Project Planner: Glenn Mlaker, Assistant Planner)
Approved, as part of the Consent Calendar.
1E. Case 3.2802 MAJ - A request by Familian Business Park for a one year time extension for a previously approved commercial/industrial building complex located at 890 North Gene Autry Trail, Zone W-M-1-P, Section 7, APN 677-260-027. (Project Planner: Glenn Mlaker, Assistant Planner)
Approved, as part of the Consent Calendar.
1F. Case 3.3331 SFR - An application by Peter Halper, owner, to remodel and add approximately 1,499 square feet to an existing single-family hillside residence at 700 West Ramon Road, Zone R-1-A, Section 15, APN: 513-550-005 (Project Planner: David A. Newell, Associate Planner)
Approved, as part of the Consent Calendar.
2. ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW:
2A. Case 5.1132 PD 333 AMND (Mondrian Hotel) - An application by Lauri Kibby of the Oasi Group, LLC, to amend a previously approved Final Planned Development District 333 (PDD 333) for the development of a 200-room hotel, 143 condominium units and a parking structure on approximately 10.47-acre site located at the northwest corner of Avenida Caballeros and Amado Road, Zone PDD-333, Section 14, APN: 508-034-011, 012, 013, and 014. (Project Planner: Edward O. Robertson, Principal Planner)
Edward Robertson, Principal Planner, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated April 22, 2009.
Lauri Kibby, representing the Oasi Group, LLC, provided an overview on the project modifications for Phase 1. Ms. Kibby (responding to questions from the Commission) noted that the amended project includes a landscaping plan which incorporates the requirements of the Section 14 Master Plan for street trees and perimeter landscaping. Discussion occurred on the surface parking adjacent to the hotel, valet parking, elevations, the hotel access point, pedestrian sidewalks and landscaping.
Commissioner Scott noted that he had not previously supported the project due to the distance of the new condominiums to the existing condominiums, however, he is now very pleased with the improvements that have been made to the project. Commissioners Conrad and Cohen concurred.
Motion to To approve the amendment to the Final Development Plans, subject to the conditions in Exhibit A. Moved by Scott, seconded by Donenfeld.
Vote to To approve the amendment to the Final Development Plans, subject to the conditions in Exhibit A. (Approved)
Case 3.1142 MAA - Amendment to Landscape Plan for Twin Palm Condominiums, located on the South side of Twin Palm Drive, approximately 1400 feet west of Sunrise Way. The project is comprised of two parts:
- Appeal of the Planning Director’s decision allowing an amendment to the Landscape Plan: Appeal by Lorraine Lawrence.
- A subsequent application by the Home Owners Association to propose additional amendments to the approved landscape plan.
Scott Taschner, Assistant Planner, provided background information as outlined in the memorandum dated April 22, 2009. Mr. Taschner noted that since the meeting of April 8th, a compromise has been reached between the Homeowners and the concerned homeowners with regard to the number and types of trees.
The Commission discussed tree size, cost and the appropriate time of the year to plant the trees.
Motion to To approve the landscape plan, as presented (April 16, 2009) and uphold the appeal as modified, as amended:
-All replacement trees shall be a minimum 24 inch box size.
-All trees shall be properly maintained.
-Conifers shall not be used as a replacement tree type. Moved by Conrad, seconded by Vice Chair Cohen.
Vote to To approve the landscape plan, as presented (April 16, 2009) and uphold the appeal as modified, as amended:
-All replacement trees shall be a minimum 24 inch box size.
-All trees shall be properly maintained.
-Conifers shall not be used as a replacement tree type. (Approved)
PLANNING COMMISSION COMMENTS:
The Commission requested a review of the applications for the vacancy on the Architectural Advisory Committee and establishing a subcommittee to conduct the interviews. A subcommittee was formed and consists of: Chair Hochanadel, Commissioner Conrad and Commissioner Scott.
PLANNING DIRECTOR’S REPORT:
Staff provided an updated on the planning items scheduled for the May 6th City Council meeting.
ADJOURNMENT:
The Planning Commission adjourned at 2:58 p.m. to a regular meeting on Wednesday, May 13, 2009, at 1:30 p.m., City Hall, Council Chamber, 3200 East Tahquitz Canyon Way.
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