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CALL TO ORDER:
Chair Donenfeld adjourned the previous meeting and called this meeting to order at 1:47 pm.
ROLL CALL:
Roll Call: 7 members present, 0 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 pm, Thursday, May 16, 2013.
ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA:
Commissioners Munger and Klatchko abstained on the minutes. The agenda was accepted.
PUBLIC COMMENTS:
Chair Donenfeld opened public comments:
-Gary Costa, executive director, The Center, spoke in reference to item 2B.
There being no further appearances public comments was closed.
1. CONSENT CALENDAR:
1A. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: MARCH 13 AND APRIL 10, 2013
Motion to Approve, minutes of March 13 and April 10, 2013. Moved by J.R. Roberts, seconded by Kathy Weremiuk.
Vote to Approve, minutes of March 13 and April 10, 2013. (Approved)
2. OTHER BUSINESS:
2A. CASE SP 12-001 (SIGN PROGRAM) - BEST SIGNS, INC. TO ESTABLISH A SIGN PROGRAM FOR THE "LA PLAZA" SHOPPING COMPLEX LOCATED AT115 SOUTH INDIAN CANYON DRIVE, ZONE CBD, SECTION 15.
Associate Planner Newell presented the project as outlined in the staff report dated May 22, 2013.
-Jim Cross, Best Signs, (representing the applicant) addressed questions from the Commission.
Motion to Approve, subject to Conditions. Moved by J.R. Roberts, seconded by Leslie Munger.
Vote to Approve, subject to Conditions. (Approved)
2B. CASE 5.1255 CUP - A REVIEW OF AN EXISTING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT THAT AUTHORIZES "THE CENTER" TO OPERATE A FOOD BANK AND DISTRIBUTION FACILITY WITHIN AN OFFICE BUILDING LOCATED AT 610 BELARDO ROAD, ZONE PD-77, SECTION 22.
Associate Planner Newell provided a review on the Food Bank / Distribution facility.
Motion to To receive and file with condition to have an additional review in May of 2014. Moved by Kathy Weremiuk, seconded by J.R. Roberts.
Vote to To receive and file with condition to have an additional review in May of 2014. (Approved)
3. PUBLIC HEARING: (Continued from the May 8, 2013 meeting.)
3A. CASE 5.1296 PDD 363 TTM 36525; AN APPLICATION BY SOL, PS, LLC FOR A PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT IN LIEU OF A CHANGE OF ZONE AND A TENTATIVE TRACT MAP FOR DEVELOPMENT OF A GATED COMMUNITY WITH 46 TWO AND THREE- STORY SINGLE FAMILY HOMES
ON INDIVIDUAL LOTS WITH PRIVATE STREETS, LANDSCAPING AND PRIVATE OPEN SPACE ON A ROUGHLY 7.11 ACRE PARCEL AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF AVENIDA CABALLEROS AND AMADO ROAD, HR (HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL) SECTION 14 SPECIFIC PLAN.
Commissioners Calerdine, Munger and Vice Chair Hudson commented that they reviewed the DVD of the meeting when this item was originally heard.
Director Wheeler provided an update on the proposed project.
Chair Donenfeld re-opened the public hearing:
-Vincent Barbato, applicant, Sol, PS, LLC, provided an overview on the series of public benefits that have been incorporated into the proposed project.
There being no further comments the public hearing was closed.
Commissioner Munger spoke in favor of the project; noting that she's had a chance to look at the developer's work in the valley and they do very quality work.
Motion to To certify the Mitigated Negative Declaration and recommend approval of the PDD and Tentative Tract Map, subject to Conditions, as amened:
Delete PLN 19 and PLN 24.
Revise PLN 23 to include perimeter gates at the main vehicular entry and an emergency exit along Avenida Caballeros.
Delete ENG 16, 17 and 18.
Add new conditions: All homes to be provided with pools and spas at the time of initial construction.
Allow reduced setbacks for pools, spas and water features from five (5) feet to (3) three feet to the property line.
Solar panel upgrade options shall be provided for all prospective homebuyers.
Energy efficient upgrade options shall be provided for all prospective homebuyers.
The Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians Horitculture Walk shall be built as approved by the Planning Services.
Work with the City's Park Director to install twenty-five (24") box trees at Ruth Hardy Park pursuant to approval of director of Parks & Recreation. Moved by Kathy Weremiuk, seconded by J.R. Roberts.
Vote to To certify the Mitigated Negative Declaration and recommend approval of the PDD and Tentative Tract Map, subject to Conditions, as amened:
Delete PLN 19 and PLN 24.
Revise PLN 23 to include perimeter gates at the main vehicular entry and an emergency exit along Avenida Caballeros.
Delete ENG 16, 17 and 18.
Add new conditions: All homes to be provided with pools and spas at the time of initial construction.
Allow reduced setbacks for pools, spas and water features from five (5) feet to (3) three feet to the property line.
Solar panel upgrade options shall be provided for all prospective homebuyers.
Energy efficient upgrade options shall be provided for all prospective homebuyers.
The Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians Horitculture Walk shall be built as approved by the Planning Services.
Work with the City's Park Director to install twenty-five (24") box trees at Ruth Hardy Park pursuant to approval of director of Parks & Recreation. (Approved)
4. DISCUSSION ITEM: GROUP HOMES
Director Wheeler requested a continuance on this item. A draft ordinance will be made available as soon as possible.
PLANNING COMMISSION REPORTS, REQUESTS, COMMENTS:
Commissioner Weremiuk commented that she would be out of town during the month of August and would not be available to attend the AAC meetings.
PLANNING DIRECTOR'S REPORT:
Director Wheeler congratulated Commissioner Klatchko on his reappointment to the Planning Commission and provided an update on the upcoming items for the Commission's review.
ADJOURNMENT:
The Planning Commission adjourned at 2:31 pm to Wednesday, May 29, 2013, at 11:30 am, City Hall, Large Conference Room, 3200 East Tahquitz Canyon Way.
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CALL TO ORDER:
Chair Donenfeld adjourned the previous meeting and called this meeting to order at 1:47 pm.
ROLL CALL:
Roll Call: 7 members present, 0 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 pm, Thursday, May 16, 2013.
ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA:
Commissioners Munger and Klatchko abstained on the minutes. The agenda was accepted.
PUBLIC COMMENTS:
Chair Donenfeld opened public comments:
-Gary Costa, executive director, The Center, spoke in reference to item 2B.
There being no further appearances public comments was closed.
1. CONSENT CALENDAR:
1A. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: MARCH 13 AND APRIL 10, 2013
Motion to Approve, minutes of March 13 and April 10, 2013. Moved by J.R. Roberts, seconded by Kathy Weremiuk.
Vote to Approve, minutes of March 13 and April 10, 2013. (Approved)
2. OTHER BUSINESS:
2A. CASE SP 12-001 (SIGN PROGRAM) - BEST SIGNS, INC. TO ESTABLISH A SIGN PROGRAM FOR THE "LA PLAZA" SHOPPING COMPLEX LOCATED AT115 SOUTH INDIAN CANYON DRIVE, ZONE CBD, SECTION 15.
Associate Planner Newell presented the project as outlined in the staff report dated May 22, 2013.
-Jim Cross, Best Signs, (representing the applicant) addressed questions from the Commission.
Motion to Approve, subject to Conditions. Moved by J.R. Roberts, seconded by Leslie Munger.
Vote to Approve, subject to Conditions. (Approved)
2B. CASE 5.1255 CUP - A REVIEW OF AN EXISTING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT THAT AUTHORIZES "THE CENTER" TO OPERATE A FOOD BANK AND DISTRIBUTION FACILITY WITHIN AN OFFICE BUILDING LOCATED AT 610 BELARDO ROAD, ZONE PD-77, SECTION 22.
Associate Planner Newell provided a review on the Food Bank / Distribution facility.
Motion to To receive and file with condition to have an additional review in May of 2014. Moved by Kathy Weremiuk, seconded by J.R. Roberts.
Vote to To receive and file with condition to have an additional review in May of 2014. (Approved)
3. PUBLIC HEARING: (Continued from the May 8, 2013 meeting.)
3A. CASE 5.1296 PDD 363 TTM 36525; AN APPLICATION BY SOL, PS, LLC FOR A PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT IN LIEU OF A CHANGE OF ZONE AND A TENTATIVE TRACT MAP FOR DEVELOPMENT OF A GATED COMMUNITY WITH 46 TWO AND THREE- STORY SINGLE FAMILY HOMES
ON INDIVIDUAL LOTS WITH PRIVATE STREETS, LANDSCAPING AND PRIVATE OPEN SPACE ON A ROUGHLY 7.11 ACRE PARCEL AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF AVENIDA CABALLEROS AND AMADO ROAD, HR (HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL) SECTION 14 SPECIFIC PLAN.
Commissioners Calerdine, Munger and Vice Chair Hudson commented that they reviewed the DVD of the meeting when this item was originally heard.
Director Wheeler provided an update on the proposed project.
Chair Donenfeld re-opened the public hearing:
-Vincent Barbato, applicant, Sol, PS, LLC, provided an overview on the series of public benefits that have been incorporated into the proposed project.
There being no further comments the public hearing was closed.
Commissioner Munger spoke in favor of the project; noting that she's had a chance to look at the developer's work in the valley and they do very quality work.
Motion to To certify the Mitigated Negative Declaration and recommend approval of the PDD and Tentative Tract Map, subject to Conditions, as amened:
Delete PLN 19 and PLN 24.
Revise PLN 23 to include perimeter gates at the main vehicular entry and an emergency exit along Avenida Caballeros.
Delete ENG 16, 17 and 18.
Add new conditions: All homes to be provided with pools and spas at the time of initial construction.
Allow reduced setbacks for pools, spas and water features from five (5) feet to (3) three feet to the property line.
Solar panel upgrade options shall be provided for all prospective homebuyers.
Energy efficient upgrade options shall be provided for all prospective homebuyers.
The Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians Horitculture Walk shall be built as approved by the Planning Services.
Work with the City's Park Director to install twenty-five (24") box trees at Ruth Hardy Park pursuant to approval of director of Parks & Recreation. Moved by Kathy Weremiuk, seconded by J.R. Roberts.
Vote to To certify the Mitigated Negative Declaration and recommend approval of the PDD and Tentative Tract Map, subject to Conditions, as amened:
Delete PLN 19 and PLN 24.
Revise PLN 23 to include perimeter gates at the main vehicular entry and an emergency exit along Avenida Caballeros.
Delete ENG 16, 17 and 18.
Add new conditions: All homes to be provided with pools and spas at the time of initial construction.
Allow reduced setbacks for pools, spas and water features from five (5) feet to (3) three feet to the property line.
Solar panel upgrade options shall be provided for all prospective homebuyers.
Energy efficient upgrade options shall be provided for all prospective homebuyers.
The Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians Horitculture Walk shall be built as approved by the Planning Services.
Work with the City's Park Director to install twenty-five (24") box trees at Ruth Hardy Park pursuant to approval of director of Parks & Recreation. (Approved)
4. DISCUSSION ITEM: GROUP HOMES
Director Wheeler requested a continuance on this item. A draft ordinance will be made available as soon as possible.
PLANNING COMMISSION REPORTS, REQUESTS, COMMENTS:
Commissioner Weremiuk commented that she would be out of town during the month of August and would not be available to attend the AAC meetings.
PLANNING DIRECTOR'S REPORT:
Director Wheeler congratulated Commissioner Klatchko on his reappointment to the Planning Commission and provided an update on the upcoming items for the Commission's review.
ADJOURNMENT:
The Planning Commission adjourned at 2:31 pm to Wednesday, May 29, 2013, at 11:30 am, City Hall, Large Conference Room, 3200 East Tahquitz Canyon Way.
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