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 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 21, 2011.

1B. Case 5.1164 PD 343 (Crosse Pointe) - A request by Crossley Partners LLC, for a one-year time extension for a previously approved Planned Development District (PD 343) a mixed-use development at the northwest corner of Crossley Road and East Sunny Dunes Road. (Project Planner: Glenn Mlaker, ACIP, Assistant Planner)

Approved, as part of the Consent Calendar.

1C. Case 5.0845 PD 262 AMND (Estancia) - A request by Michele McKee and Laura O’Kane for a minor amendment to the Final Development Plans to construct a 3,885-square foot single-family residence, an attached garage and a casita on a 23,958-square foot lot located at 744 Bella Cara Way, Zone R-1-B, Section 35. (Project Planner: David A. Newell, Associate Planner)

Approved, as part of the Consent Calendar.

1D. Case SP 11-003 Sign Program AMND - A request by Donahue Schriber to amend an approved sign program for additional signage on the existing monument signs at the Smoke Tree Village shopping center located at 1775 East Palm Canyon Drive, Zone C-S-C, Section 25. (Project Planner: David A. Newell, Associate Planner)

Commissioner Conrad left the Council Chamber at 1:53 p.m.

David A. Newell, Associate Planner, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated July 27, 2011.

Commissioners Roberts and Munger expressed a preference to delete condition #2 pertaining to the 2,000 square feet minimum of lease space.

Motion to To approve, subject to Conditions of Approval, as amended:

-Delete Condition No. 2. Moved by J.R. Roberts, seconded by Leslie Munger.

Vote to To approve, subject to Conditions of Approval, as amended:

-Delete Condition No. 2. (Approved)

Commissioner Conrad returned to the dais at 1:57 p.m.

2. OTHER BUSINESS:

2A. Case 10.471 DET - A request by Wintec Energy, Ltd, to consider an electric vehicle charging to be a similar use to other permitted uses allowed within the E-I (Energy Industrial) Zone located on the north side of 20th Avenue, midway between SH 62 and Indian Avenue. (Project Planner: Craig A. Ewing, AICP, Director of Planning Services)

Director Ewing provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated July 27, 2011.

Vice Chair Donenfeld requested staff address the safety regulations for this facility. Staff responded that the electric charging station is designed and regulated by South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD).

Motion to To approve Case 10.471 Determination. Moved by Tracy Conrad, seconded by J.R. Roberts.

Vote to To approve Case 10.471 Determination. (Approved)

2B. Case 3.1120 MAA APPEAL - An appeal by Sifler & Associates, representing property owner, for the Palm Springs Village Apartments, of the Director’s decision to deny a request to construct a new parking area for four (4) parking spaces along East Tahquitz Canyon Way resulting in the removal of mature trees and turf located at 2720 East Tahquitz Canyon Way, Zone R3, Section 13. (Project Planner, Glenn Mlaker, AICP, Assistant Planner)

Glenn Mlaker, Assistant Planner, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated July 27, 2011.

-Michael Peroni, planning counsultant, representing the applicant, provided an overview on the proposed parking area and landscaping inprovements to the property. Mr. Peroni explained that it is the applicant’s intent is to raise the occupancy and create a safer environment for the tenants.
-Fernando Silva, representing the applicant, provided information on the landscaping plan; noting that more trees would be planted on the property.

Commissioners Conrad, Roberts and Donenfeld spoke in opposition to curb cuts are Tahquitz Canyon Way. Commissioner Roberts suggested hiring a full-time security guard on premises to alleviate the crime.

Motion to To uphold the Director’s decision. Moved by J.R. Roberts, seconded by Doug Donenfeld.

Vote to To uphold the Director’s decision. (Approved)

Director Ewing reported that the Planning Commission’s action is subject to appeal within 10 working days.

3. PUBLIC HEARINGS:

3A. Case 5.1267 CUP (Crave Restaurant) - A request by Davy Aker, DBA Modern-Works, LLC, for a Conditional Use Permit to allow beer, wine and dessert bar (Type 42 ABC License) at 390 North Palm Canyon Drive, Zone C-B-D, Section 15. (Project Planner: David Newell, Associate Planner)

David Newell, Associate Planner, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated July 27, 2011.

Chair Caffery opened the public hearing:

-Davy Aker, co-owner, provided an overview on the proposed dessert bar and requested approval of the project.

There being no further appearances the public hearing was closed.

Motion to To approve, subject to Conditions of Approval. Moved by Tracy Conrad, seconded by Leslie Munger.

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

3B. Case 5.1270 ZTA - An application by the City of Palm Springs to amend the Palm Springs Zoning Code to allow rotating barber pole signs. (Project Planner: Craig A. Ewing, AICP, Director of Planning Services)

Director Ewing provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated July 27, 2011.

Chair Caffery opened the public hearing and with no appearances coming forward the public hearing was closed.

Motion to To recommend approval to the City Council, as amended:

-Section 3.    Section 93.20.09.B4.f shall be added as follows:
                    "Barber pole not to exceed four (4) feet in height, eighteen (18) inches in width and
                    eighteen (18) inches in depth (projection from wall) may be allowed for any licensed barber business."  Moved by J.R. Roberts, seconded by Leslie Munger.

Vote to To recommend approval to the City Council, as amended:

-Section 3.    Section 93.20.09.B4.f shall be added as follows:
                    "Barber pole not to exceed four (4) feet in height, eighteen (18) inches in width and
                    eighteen (18) inches in depth (projection from wall) may be allowed for any licensed barber business." (Approved)

3C. Case 5.1235 ZTA - An application by the City of Palm Springs to amend the Palm Springs Zoning Code to allow canopies and carports in front yard areas and street side yards. (Project Planner: Craig A. Ewing, AICP, Director of Planning Services)

Director Ewing provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated July 27, 2011.

Chair Caffery opened the public hearing:

-John Acosta, architect and homeowner, expressed concern with the lot size requirement of 7,500 square feet and explained that many lots are smaller and need the shading. He requested the maximum total area of the canopy / carport be reduced to the proportion of the lot size.

There being no further appearances the public hearing was closed.

The Commission discussed and/or commented on allowing consideration of a smaller lots on a case-by-case basis and eliminating the minimum square footage.

Commissioner Roberts suggested using the consent calender for future canopy/carport applications. Director Ewing explained that while this amendment addresses the zoing problem, the bigger problem for existing non-permitted carports will be meeting the California Building codes.

Motion to To approve Case 5.1235 ZTA and recommend approval to the City Council, as amended:

-To delete Condition #2, "The subject lot shall have a miniumum area of 7,500 square feet." Moved by Doug Donenfeld, seconded by Chair Caffery.

Vote to To approve Case 5.1235 ZTA and recommend approval to the City Council, as amended:

-To delete Condition #2, "The subject lot shall have a miniumum area of 7,500 square feet." (Approved)

PLANNING COMMISSION COMMENTS:

Commissioner Munger noted that she would not be present at the August 10th meeting. She thanked Chair Caffery for his great work as Chair of the Planning Commission and bid him farewell on his new journey.

PLANNING DIRECTOR’S REPORT:

Director Ewing reported that the Commission would be meeting on August 10th. The Architectural Advisory Committee and Historic Site Preservation Board would be meeting as regularly scheduled for the month of August. The City Council will be dark for the month of August.

ADJOURNMENT:

There being no further comments the Planning Commission adjourned to 3:23 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, August 10, 2011, City Hall, Council Chamber, 3200 East Tahquitz Canyon Way.

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CALL TO ORDER:

Chair Caffery called the meeting to order at 1:50 p.m.

ROLL CALL:

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 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 21, 2011.

ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA:

PUBLIC COMMENTS:

Chair Caffery opened public comments and with no appearances coming forward public comments was closed.

1. CONSENT CALENDAR:

Motion to Approve To approve, Item 1A, 1B and 1C, as part of the Consent Calendar. Moved by Doug Donenfeld, seconded by Leslie Munger.

Vote to Approve To approve, Item 1A, 1B and 1C, as part of the Consent Calendar. (Approved)

1A. Minutes of June 22, 2011.

Approved, as part of the Consent Calendar. (Noting Commissioner Hudson’s abstention.)

1B. Case 5.1164 PD 343 (Crosse Pointe) - A request by Crossley Partners LLC, for a one-year time extension for a previously approved Planned Development District (PD 343) a mixed-use development at the northwest corner of Crossley Road and East Sunny Dunes Road. (Project Planner: Glenn Mlaker, ACIP, Assistant Planner)

Approved, as part of the Consent Calendar.

1C. Case 5.0845 PD 262 AMND (Estancia) - A request by Michele McKee and Laura O’Kane for a minor amendment to the Final Development Plans to construct a 3,885-square foot single-family residence, an attached garage and a casita on a 23,958-square foot lot located at 744 Bella Cara Way, Zone R-1-B, Section 35. (Project Planner: David A. Newell, Associate Planner)

Approved, as part of the Consent Calendar.

1D. Case SP 11-003 Sign Program AMND - A request by Donahue Schriber to amend an approved sign program for additional signage on the existing monument signs at the Smoke Tree Village shopping center located at 1775 East Palm Canyon Drive, Zone C-S-C, Section 25. (Project Planner: David A. Newell, Associate Planner)

Commissioner Conrad left the Council Chamber at 1:53 p.m.

David A. Newell, Associate Planner, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated July 27, 2011.

Commissioners Roberts and Munger expressed a preference to delete condition #2 pertaining to the 2,000 square feet minimum of lease space.

Motion to To approve, subject to Conditions of Approval, as amended:

-Delete Condition No. 2. Moved by J.R. Roberts, seconded by Leslie Munger.

Vote to To approve, subject to Conditions of Approval, as amended:

-Delete Condition No. 2. (Approved)

Commissioner Conrad returned to the dais at 1:57 p.m.

2. OTHER BUSINESS:

2A. Case 10.471 DET - A request by Wintec Energy, Ltd, to consider an electric vehicle charging to be a similar use to other permitted uses allowed within the E-I (Energy Industrial) Zone located on the north side of 20th Avenue, midway between SH 62 and Indian Avenue. (Project Planner: Craig A. Ewing, AICP, Director of Planning Services)

Director Ewing provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated July 27, 2011.

Motion to To approve Case 10.471 Determination. Moved by Tracy Conrad, seconded by J.R. Roberts.

Vote to To approve Case 10.471 Determination. (Approved)

2B. Case 3.1120 MAA APPEAL - An appeal by Sifler & Associates, representing property owner, for the Palm Springs Village Apartments, of the Director’s decision to deny a request to construct a new parking area for four (4) parking spaces along East Tahquitz Canyon Way resulting in the removal of mature trees and turf located at 2720 East Tahquitz Canyon Way, Zone R3, Section 13. (Project Planner, Glenn Mlaker, AICP, Assistant Planner)

Glenn Mlaker, Assistant Planner, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated July 27, 2011.

Motion to To uphold the Director’s decision. Moved by J.R. Roberts, seconded by Doug Donenfeld.

Vote to To uphold the Director’s decision. (Approved)

Director Ewing reported that the Planning Commission’s action is subject to appeal within 10 working days.

3. PUBLIC HEARINGS:

3A. Case 5.1267 CUP (Crave Restaurant) - A request by Davy Aker, DBA Modern-Works, LLC, for a Conditional Use Permit to allow beer, wine and dessert bar (Type 42 ABC License) at 390 North Palm Canyon Drive, Zone C-B-D, Section 15. (Project Planner: David Newell, Associate Planner)

David Newell, Associate Planner, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated July 27, 2011.

Motion to To approve, subject to Conditions of Approval. Moved by Tracy Conrad, seconded by Leslie Munger.

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

3B. Case 5.1270 ZTA - An application by the City of Palm Springs to amend the Palm Springs Zoning Code to allow rotating barber pole signs. (Project Planner: Craig A. Ewing, AICP, Director of Planning Services)

Director Ewing provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated July 27, 2011.

Chair Caffery opened the public hearing and with no appearances coming forward the public hearing was closed.

3C. Case 5.1235 ZTA - An application by the City of Palm Springs to amend the Palm Springs Zoning Code to allow canopies and carports in front yard areas and street side yards. (Project Planner: Craig A. Ewing, AICP, Director of Planning Services)

Director Ewing provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated July 27, 2011.

The Commission discussed and/or commented on allowing consideration of a smaller lots on a case-by-case basis and eliminating the minimum square footage.

Vote to To approve Case 5.1235 ZTA and recommend approval to the City Council, as amended:

-To delete Condition #2, "The subject lot shall have a miniumum area of 7,500 square feet." (Approved)

PLANNING COMMISSION COMMENTS:

PLANNING DIRECTOR’S REPORT:

ADJOURNMENT:

There being no further comments the Planning Commission adjourned to 3:23 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, August 10, 2011, City Hall, Council Chamber, 3200 East Tahquitz Canyon Way.

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