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CALL TO ORDER:
Chair Donenfeld called the meeting to order at 1:30 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 on Thursday, June 6, 2013.
ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA:
Commissioner Roberts requested Item 1B pulled from the Consent Calendar. The agenda was accepted, as amended.
PUBLIC COMMENTS:
Chair Donenfeld opened public comments:
LISA MIDDLETON, chair, Tahquitz Creek Estates Neighborhood Organization, spoke in reference to Item 2B, expressed concern with trash and debris on the vacant property.
PAUL CRIPPAN, Palm Springs, spoke in reference to Item 1B, commented on the lack of maintenance on the site.
DAVID HILLIARD, applicant for Item 1B, addressed the concerns regarding maintenance and upkeep of the property.
There being no further appearances public comments was closed.
1. CONSENT CALENDAR:
1A. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: APRIL 24, 2013 and MAY 29, 2013.
Motion to Approve. Moved by Kathy Weremiuk, seconded by Lyn Calerdine.
Vote to Approve. (Approved)
1B. Case 5.1056 PD 314 (The Cameron) Time Extension - A request by Palm Canyon 102, LP, for a one-year time extension for a previously approved mixed-use project located at 850-990 South Palm Canyon Drive, Zone PD 314, Section 23.
Principal Planner Robertson presented the project as outlined in the staff report.
Commissioner Weremiuk commented in favor of continuing to allow the applicant to meet with the neighborhood to resolve the issues of maintenance and homeless encampment.
Motion to To continue to a definite date of June 26, 2013, to allow the applicant to meet with the neighborhood to resolve the maintenance issues and direct staff to bring back code enforcement history and police calls made to the property. Moved by Kathy Weremiuk, seconded by Leslie Munger.
Vote to To continue to a definite date of June 26, 2013, to allow the applicant to meet with the neighborhood to resolve the maintenance issues and direct staff to bring back code enforcement history and police calls made to the property. (Approved)
2. NEW BUSINESS:
2A. Case 5.1132-PD 333 AMND (Dolce Palm Springs) - A proposal by CDI Ventures, LLC, to amend a previously approved PDD for a 200-room hotel, 50-unit condominium complex and a parking structure to be located at the northeast corner of Amado Road and Calle Alvarado, Zone PDD 333, Section 14.
Principal Planner Robertson presented the staff report dated June 12, 2013.
LAURIE KIBBY, applicant, described the same drawings that went before the AAC and noted that the sidewalks were not shown and provided details on the proposed proejct and green initiatives that will be incorporated into the development.
MARK PHILP, project architect, provided a presentation of the project site, conceptual plan, connecting streets, meandering sidewalks and the modified plan.
Vice-Chair Hudson noted the significant size of the building and wants to see more 3D images that include looking down at the building, eye-level view points and a shade and shadow study. He spoke in favor of the aesthetics and simple colors, however, noted that the project lacked commercial/retail components and the massing of the building is directed towards the neighborhood.
A recess was taken at 2:49 pm.
The meeting resumed at 3:00 pm.
Commissioner Roberts said that he was not concerned with the commercial/retail components of the project; the hotel and restaurant will hopefully attract the general public.
Commissioner Klatchko saw significant interest in pedestrian public and private sphere linking to convention center.
Commissioner Weremiuk is not convinced retail component is important; stressed importance of shade and street trees.
Commissioner Munger believes retail enhances resort/convention center.
Vice-Chair Hudson said they should provide bikes for guests.
Bill Fauber, AAC Vice-Chair, provided comments that were made during the AAC meeting of April 22, 2013.
John Raymond, Economic Development Director, provided background information on the site and addressed the parking scheme proposed for the project.
The Commission requested these comments be forwarded to the City Council.
Commissioner Calerdine suggested curvilinear connection to Alvarado and median consideration on Avenida Caballeros.
Vice-Chair Hudson requested studies (shade and shadow / photographic for the increasing distance to the adjacent residential properties).
Commissioner Roberts suggested a clearer and more developed streetscape plan; a better connection to the convention center.
Commissioner Weremiuk requested a streetscape plan that includes sidewalk and bike and a clearer review of sustainable features.
Motion to Approve, based upon the Mitigated Negative Declaration No. 200700845, subject to the attached conditions of approval, as amended:
·
Avenida Caballeros shall have minimum 8' sidewalks w/ shade trees on private property pursuant to fig. 5-6
and 5-7 in Section 14 Specific Plan.
·
Amado Road shall have a minimum 5' sidewalk, 4' parkway and shade trees spacing out 30' or less per Section 14
Specific Plan.
·
For Amado Road and Avenida Caballeros the planting material along the street frontages shall be pursuant to Table 5-5
and 5-6 within Section 14 Specific Plan.
·
Streetscape furniture shall be provided along Avenida Caballeros subject to approval of Director of Public Works
pursuant to Section 14 Specific Plan.
·
Crosswalks at Avenida Cablleros and Calle Amado shall meet paving requirements of Section 14 Specific Plan 5.2.13.
Moved by Lyn Calerdine, seconded by J.R. Roberts.
Vote to Approve, based upon the Mitigated Negative Declaration No. 200700845, subject to the attached conditions of approval, as amended:
·
Avenida Caballeros shall have minimum 8' sidewalks w/ shade trees on private property pursuant to fig. 5-6
and 5-7 in Section 14 Specific Plan.
·
Amado Road shall have a minimum 5' sidewalk, 4' parkway and shade trees spacing out 30' or less per Section 14
Specific Plan.
·
For Amado Road and Avenida Caballeros the planting material along the street frontages shall be pursuant to Table 5-5
and 5-6 within Section 14 Specific Plan.
·
Streetscape furniture shall be provided along Avenida Caballeros subject to approval of Director of Public Works
pursuant to Section 14 Specific Plan.
·
Crosswalks at Avenida Cablleros and Calle Amado shall meet paving requirements of Section 14 Specific Plan 5.2.13.
(Approved)
PLANNING COMMISSION REPORTS, REQUESTS AND COMMENTS:
Commissioner Klatchko commented on the AAC meeting that included the new AAC members.
Vice-Chair Hudson appreciated the joint session with the Tribal Planning Commission and suggested a joint meeting with the City Council in the future.
Commissioner Roberts suggested a timeline to establish a bike lane.
Commissioner Munger asked if the Commission would go DARK in August.
Commissioner Calerdine suggested a budget request list for City to pursue projects.
Commissioner Weremiuk suggested the Commission discuss the joint session with the Tribe.
The Measure J funding list was requested to follow.
PLANNING DIRECTOR'S REPORT:
Director Wheeler reported a study session would be held on July 10th at 11:30 am.
ADJOURNMENT:
The Planning Commission adjourned at 3:48 pm to Wednesday, June 26, 2013, at 1:30 pm in the Council Chamber, City Hall, 3200 East Tahquitz Canyon Way.
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CALL TO ORDER:
Chair Donenfeld called the meeting to order at 1:30 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 on Thursday, June 6, 2013.
ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA:
Commissioner Roberts requested Item 1B pulled from the Consent Calendar. The agenda was accepted, as amended.
PUBLIC COMMENTS:
Chair Donenfeld opened public comments:
LISA MIDDLETON, chair, Tahquitz Creek Estates Neighborhood Organization, spoke in reference to Item 2B, expressed concern with trash and debris on the vacant property.
PAUL CRIPPAN, Palm Springs, spoke in reference to Item 1B, commented on the lack of maintenance on the site.
DAVID HILLIARD, applicant for Item 1B, addressed the concerns regarding maintenance and upkeep of the property.
There being no further appearances public comments was closed.
1. CONSENT CALENDAR:
1A. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: APRIL 24, 2013 and MAY 29, 2013.
Motion to Approve. Moved by Kathy Weremiuk, seconded by Lyn Calerdine.
Vote to Approve. (Approved)
1B. Case 5.1056 PD 314 (The Cameron) Time Extension - A request by Palm Canyon 102, LP, for a one-year time extension for a previously approved mixed-use project located at 850-990 South Palm Canyon Drive, Zone PD 314, Section 23.
Principal Planner Robertson presented the project as outlined in the staff report.
Commissioner Weremiuk commented in favor of continuing to allow the applicant to meet with the neighborhood to resolve the issues of maintenance and homeless encampment.
Motion to To continue to a definite date of June 26, 2013, to allow the applicant to meet with the neighborhood to resolve the maintenance issues and direct staff to bring back code enforcement history and police calls made to the property. Moved by Kathy Weremiuk, seconded by Leslie Munger.
Vote to To continue to a definite date of June 26, 2013, to allow the applicant to meet with the neighborhood to resolve the maintenance issues and direct staff to bring back code enforcement history and police calls made to the property. (Approved)
2. NEW BUSINESS:
2A. Case 5.1132-PD 333 AMND (Dolce Palm Springs) - A proposal by CDI Ventures, LLC, to amend a previously approved PDD for a 200-room hotel, 50-unit condominium complex and a parking structure to be located at the northeast corner of Amado Road and Calle Alvarado, Zone PDD 333, Section 14.
Principal Planner Robertson presented the staff report dated June 12, 2013.
LAURIE KIBBY, applicant, described the same drawings that went before the AAC and noted that the sidewalks were not shown and provided details on the proposed proejct and green initiatives that will be incorporated into the development.
MARK PHILP, project architect, provided a presentation of the project site, conceptual plan, connecting streets, meandering sidewalks and the modified plan.
Vice-Chair Hudson noted the significant size of the building and wants to see more 3D images that include looking down at the building, eye-level view points and a shade and shadow study. He spoke in favor of the aesthetics and simple colors, however, noted that the project lacked commercial/retail components and the massing of the building is directed towards the neighborhood.
A recess was taken at 2:49 pm.
The meeting resumed at 3:00 pm.
Commissioner Roberts said that he was not concerned with the commercial/retail components of the project; the hotel and restaurant will hopefully attract the general public.
Commissioner Klatchko saw significant interest in pedestrian public and private sphere linking to convention center.
Commissioner Weremiuk is not convinced retail component is important; stressed importance of shade and street trees.
Commissioner Munger believes retail enhances resort/convention center.
Vice-Chair Hudson said they should provide bikes for guests.
Bill Fauber, AAC Vice-Chair, provided comments that were made during the AAC meeting of April 22, 2013.
John Raymond, Economic Development Director, provided background information on the site and addressed the parking scheme proposed for the project.
The Commission requested these comments be forwarded to the City Council.
Commissioner Calerdine suggested curvilinear connection to Alvarado and median consideration on Avenida Caballeros.
Vice-Chair Hudson requested studies (shade and shadow / photographic for the increasing distance to the adjacent residential properties).
Commissioner Roberts suggested a clearer and more developed streetscape plan; a better connection to the convention center.
Commissioner Weremiuk requested a streetscape plan that includes sidewalk and bike and a clearer review of sustainable features.
Motion to Approve, based upon the Mitigated Negative Declaration No. 200700845, subject to the attached conditions of approval, as amended:
·
Avenida Caballeros shall have minimum 8' sidewalks w/ shade trees on private property pursuant to fig. 5-6
and 5-7 in Section 14 Specific Plan.
·
Amado Road shall have a minimum 5' sidewalk, 4' parkway and shade trees spacing out 30' or less per Section 14
Specific Plan.
·
For Amado Road and Avenida Caballeros the planting material along the street frontages shall be pursuant to Table 5-5
and 5-6 within Section 14 Specific Plan.
·
Streetscape furniture shall be provided along Avenida Caballeros subject to approval of Director of Public Works
pursuant to Section 14 Specific Plan.
·
Crosswalks at Avenida Cablleros and Calle Amado shall meet paving requirements of Section 14 Specific Plan 5.2.13.
Moved by Lyn Calerdine, seconded by J.R. Roberts.
Vote to Approve, based upon the Mitigated Negative Declaration No. 200700845, subject to the attached conditions of approval, as amended:
·
Avenida Caballeros shall have minimum 8' sidewalks w/ shade trees on private property pursuant to fig. 5-6
and 5-7 in Section 14 Specific Plan.
·
Amado Road shall have a minimum 5' sidewalk, 4' parkway and shade trees spacing out 30' or less per Section 14
Specific Plan.
·
For Amado Road and Avenida Caballeros the planting material along the street frontages shall be pursuant to Table 5-5
and 5-6 within Section 14 Specific Plan.
·
Streetscape furniture shall be provided along Avenida Caballeros subject to approval of Director of Public Works
pursuant to Section 14 Specific Plan.
·
Crosswalks at Avenida Cablleros and Calle Amado shall meet paving requirements of Section 14 Specific Plan 5.2.13.
(Approved)
PLANNING COMMISSION REPORTS, REQUESTS AND COMMENTS:
Commissioner Klatchko commented on the AAC meeting that included the new AAC members.
Vice-Chair Hudson appreciated the joint session with the Tribal Planning Commission and suggested a joint meeting with the City Council in the future.
Commissioner Roberts suggested a timeline to establish a bike lane.
Commissioner Munger asked if the Commission would go DARK in August.
Commissioner Calerdine suggested a budget request list for City to pursue projects.
Commissioner Weremiuk suggested the Commission discuss the joint session with the Tribe.
The Measure J funding list was requested to follow.
PLANNING DIRECTOR'S REPORT:
Director Wheeler reported a study session would be held on July 10th at 11:30 am.
ADJOURNMENT:
The Planning Commission adjourned at 3:48 pm to Wednesday, June 26, 2013, at 1:30 pm in the Council Chamber, City Hall, 3200 East Tahquitz Canyon Way.
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