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CALL TO ORDER:
Chair Donenfeld called the meeting to order at 1:30 pm.
ROLL CALL:
Roll Call: 5 members present, 2 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, August 8, 2013.
ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA:
The agenda was approved, as presented.
PUBLIC COMMENTS:
Chair Donenfeld opened public comments:
JACK VANDER WOUDE, applicant (Item 6), commented that a comprehensive traffic study was conducted after the freeway was completed. Mr. Vander Woude explained the issues associated with a government moratorium on all large developments in this area until a treatment plant is built.
There being no further appearances public comments was closed.
CONSENT CALENDAR:
1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: JUNE 26 AND JULY 10, 2013
Motion to approved To approve, as amended (minutes of June 26, 2013).
(Noting Commissioner Lowe's abstention on the minutes of June 26, 2013.) Moved by Commissioner Calerdine, seconded by Chair Donenfeld.
Vote to approved To approve, as amended (minutes of June 26, 2013).
(Noting Commissioner Lowe's abstention on the minutes of June 26, 2013.) (Approved)
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
2. TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP APPLICATION BY THE BUREAU OF INDIAN AFFAIRS ON BEHALF OF DIANA BOW AND LUCILLE BOW TO SUBDIVIDE A ROUGHLY FIVE ACRE PARCEL INTO TWO CONFORMING PARCELS AND A CLASS 15 CATEGORICAL EXEMPTION (MINOR LAND DIVISIONS) PURSUANT TO CEQA FOR A PARCEL LOCATED ON THE NORTH SIDE OF ACANTO ROAD, ALLOTMENT 80C, ZONE R-1-B; SECTION 35 (IL) (CASE TPM 36431). (KL)
Staff reported that the Tribe has requested a continuance to the next meeting of September 11, 2013.
Motion to approved To continue to a date certain of September 11, 2013. Moved by Chair Donenfeld, seconded by Commissioner Lowe.
Vote to approved To continue to a date certain of September 11, 2013. (Approved)
3. APPLICATION BY THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS FOR CHANGES TO THE MUNICIPAL CODE REQUIRING EXPANDED NOTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS, INCLUDING NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATIONS FOR CERTAIN APPLICATIONS (CASE 5.1302 ZTA). (MW)
Director Wheeler presented the proposed zone text amendment to expand the notification requirements.
Chair Donenfeld opened the public hearing and with no appearances coming forward the public hearing was closed.
The Commissioners discussed specifying a certain distance instead of 4 of the closest neighborhood organizations for notification.
Commissioner Calerdine suggested adding language that the signs are maintained.
Commissioner Klatchko requested consideration of a distinctive color of the signs rather than a white sign.
Commissioner Klatchko expressed concern that requiring a meeting would not apply to every project and the timeframe the window should be much larger such as a 30-day notice so that the applicant has a chance to comment. He concurred with a certain distance instead of a set number to notify the neighborhood organizations.
Chair Donenfeld explained that the Planning Department also notifies the Neighborhood Organizations of the new cases that have been submitted. He prefers those that are directly more affected be notified rather than a broader range.
Motion to approved Recommend approval to the City Council, as amended:
1. Neighborhood Organization Notification: "Notification will be sent via electronic mail to the representatives . . . within one half mile of the subject site."
2. Sign Copy Criteria - B: ". . . "Project Under Consideration shall be two times the minor letter size" and the City of Palm Springs seal shall be required with a minimum of 4" in height.
3. Delete - G. Neighborhood Public Meetings requirement.
4. Add to F9. Applicant is required to ensure the sign is up and visible throughout the period of the hearing, including the appeal period. Moved by Commissioner Calerdine, seconded by Commissioner Lowe.
Vote to approved Recommend approval to the City Council, as amended:
1. Neighborhood Organization Notification: "Notification will be sent via electronic mail to the representatives . . . within one half mile of the subject site."
2. Sign Copy Criteria - B: ". . . "Project Under Consideration shall be two times the minor letter size" and the City of Palm Springs seal shall be required with a minimum of 4" in height.
3. Delete - G. Neighborhood Public Meetings requirement.
4. Add to F9. Applicant is required to ensure the sign is up and visible throughout the period of the hearing, including the appeal period. (Approved)
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
4. PROPOSED MINOR AMENDMENT TO PDD 321 BY THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA TO ESTABLISH UNIFORM DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS AND PROCEDURES FOR PROCESSING CHANGES FOR ALL LOTS IN PDD 321, "THE MORRISON"; SECTION 14 SPECIFIC PLAN (CASE 5.1082 AMND-F PDD 321. (KL)
Commissioner Calerdine stated that he did not attend the previous meeting when Item 4 and 5 were originally presented; however, he has reviewed the DVD of the meeting and will be participating in the discussion and vote on these items.
Principal Planner Robertson provided an update on the proposed amendment.
Motion to approved Approve, subject to conditions. Moved by Commissioner Calerdine, seconded by Commissioner Klatchko.
Vote to approved Approve, subject to conditions. (Approved)
5. AMENDMENT TO FINAL DEVELOPMENT PLANS FOR PDD 301 APPLICATION BY ENCLAVE AT SUNRISE, LLC, TO ALLOW THREE NEW SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL PLAN TYPES FOR THE REMAINING 19 VACANT LOTS LOCATED AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF SUNRISE WAY AND RACQUET CLUB; ZONE PDD301 (CASE NO. 5.1014-PDD 301 AMND). (ER)
Principal Planner Robertson provided an update on the modifications to the proposed amendment.
Commissioner Calerdine commented that this a good example where pedestrian access should be avaiable to the major arterial.
Motion to approved Approve as submitted subject to the previously adopted Negative Declaration (ND) and conditions of approval Moved by Commissioner Lowe, seconded by Commissioner Calerdine.
Vote to approved Approve as submitted subject to the previously adopted Negative Declaration (ND) and conditions of approval (Approved)
NEW BUSINESS:
6. TIME EXTENSION REQUEST BY PALM SPRINGS FREEWAY DEVELOPMENT, LLC, FOR A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO DEVELOP A 65-ROOM HOTEL, TWO DRIVE-THRU RESTAURANTS AND SIGNAGE AT 610 WEST GARNET AVENUE, ZONE M1P,SECTION 15 (CASE 5.0856-CUP) ER
Commissioner Calerdine disclosed that about four years he was the project manager for the City in the preparation of the environmental documents for the Indian Canyon Interchange processed through Cal Trans.
Principal Planner Robertson presented the time extension requested as outlined in the staff report.
Principal Planner Robertson indicated that to this date staff has not received any official correspondence from the County or the Water District concerning a moratorium.
Commissioner Calerdine suggested a continuance so they can receive more information on the wastewater issues.
JACK VANDER WOUDE, applicant, responded to questions from the Commission in reference to the new ramp configuration included the traffic study and septic tanks not being allowed in this area.
Motion to approved To continue to a date certain of September 11, 2013, to allow a representative from the Water District to attend the meeting and provide information to the Commission. Moved by Commissioner Calerdine, seconded by Commissioner Klatchko.
Vote to approved To continue to a date certain of September 11, 2013, to allow a representative from the Water District to attend the meeting and provide information to the Commission. (Approved)
PLANNING COMMISSION REPORTS, REQUESTS AND COMMENTS:
Commissioner Calerdine was pleased to see the Coco's driveway installed, however, he reported several safety hazards and requested code enforcement follow-up.
Vice-Chair Hudson reported the overgrown landscaping at the Home Depot Shopping Center (The Springs) making the parking lot very unsafe.
Commissioner Calerdine suggested exit signage at the Springs Shopping Center.
PLANNING DIRECTOR'S REPORT:
Director Wheeler reminded the Commission that a proclamation for Commissioner Munger will be presented at the Sept. 11th meeting. She commented on the topics of discussion for the upcoming Joint Meeting with the AAC. The Commission gave several suggestions.
Director Wheeler reported that October is designated as National Planning month and suggested the Planning Commission could participate in an open house and invite the public to meet the Commission. Chair Donenfeld thought it was a great idea.
ADJOURNMENT:
The Planning Commission adjourned at 2:47 pm to Wednesday, September 11, 2013 at 11:30 am in the Large Conference Room, 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: 5 members present, 2 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, August 8, 2013.
ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA:
The agenda was approved, as presented.
PUBLIC COMMENTS:
Chair Donenfeld opened public comments:
JACK VANDER WOUDE, applicant (Item 6), commented that a comprehensive traffic study was conducted after the freeway was completed. Mr. Vander Woude explained the issues associated with a government moratorium on all large developments in this area until a treatment plant is built.
There being no further appearances public comments was closed.
CONSENT CALENDAR:
1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: JUNE 26 AND JULY 10, 2013
Motion to approved To approve, as amended (minutes of June 26, 2013).
(Noting Commissioner Lowe's abstention on the minutes of June 26, 2013.) Moved by Commissioner Calerdine, seconded by Chair Donenfeld.
Vote to approved To approve, as amended (minutes of June 26, 2013).
(Noting Commissioner Lowe's abstention on the minutes of June 26, 2013.) (Approved)
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
2. TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP APPLICATION BY THE BUREAU OF INDIAN AFFAIRS ON BEHALF OF DIANA BOW AND LUCILLE BOW TO SUBDIVIDE A ROUGHLY FIVE ACRE PARCEL INTO TWO CONFORMING PARCELS AND A CLASS 15 CATEGORICAL EXEMPTION (MINOR LAND DIVISIONS) PURSUANT TO CEQA FOR A PARCEL LOCATED ON THE NORTH SIDE OF ACANTO ROAD, ALLOTMENT 80C, ZONE R-1-B; SECTION 35 (IL) (CASE TPM 36431). (KL)
Staff reported that the Tribe has requested a continuance to the next meeting of September 11, 2013.
Motion to approved To continue to a date certain of September 11, 2013. Moved by Chair Donenfeld, seconded by Commissioner Lowe.
Vote to approved To continue to a date certain of September 11, 2013. (Approved)
3. APPLICATION BY THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS FOR CHANGES TO THE MUNICIPAL CODE REQUIRING EXPANDED NOTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS, INCLUDING NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATIONS FOR CERTAIN APPLICATIONS (CASE 5.1302 ZTA). (MW)
Director Wheeler presented the proposed zone text amendment to expand the notification requirements.
Chair Donenfeld opened the public hearing and with no appearances coming forward the public hearing was closed.
The Commissioners discussed specifying a certain distance instead of 4 of the closest neighborhood organizations for notification.
Commissioner Calerdine suggested adding language that the signs are maintained.
Commissioner Klatchko requested consideration of a distinctive color of the signs rather than a white sign.
Commissioner Klatchko expressed concern that requiring a meeting would not apply to every project and the timeframe the window should be much larger such as a 30-day notice so that the applicant has a chance to comment. He concurred with a certain distance instead of a set number to notify the neighborhood organizations.
Chair Donenfeld explained that the Planning Department also notifies the Neighborhood Organizations of the new cases that have been submitted. He prefers those that are directly more affected be notified rather than a broader range.
Motion to approved Recommend approval to the City Council, as amended:
1. Neighborhood Organization Notification: "Notification will be sent via electronic mail to the representatives . . . within one half mile of the subject site."
2. Sign Copy Criteria - B: ". . . "Project Under Consideration shall be two times the minor letter size" and the City of Palm Springs seal shall be required with a minimum of 4" in height.
3. Delete - G. Neighborhood Public Meetings requirement.
4. Add to F9. Applicant is required to ensure the sign is up and visible throughout the period of the hearing, including the appeal period. Moved by Commissioner Calerdine, seconded by Commissioner Lowe.
Vote to approved Recommend approval to the City Council, as amended:
1. Neighborhood Organization Notification: "Notification will be sent via electronic mail to the representatives . . . within one half mile of the subject site."
2. Sign Copy Criteria - B: ". . . "Project Under Consideration shall be two times the minor letter size" and the City of Palm Springs seal shall be required with a minimum of 4" in height.
3. Delete - G. Neighborhood Public Meetings requirement.
4. Add to F9. Applicant is required to ensure the sign is up and visible throughout the period of the hearing, including the appeal period. (Approved)
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
4. PROPOSED MINOR AMENDMENT TO PDD 321 BY THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA TO ESTABLISH UNIFORM DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS AND PROCEDURES FOR PROCESSING CHANGES FOR ALL LOTS IN PDD 321, "THE MORRISON"; SECTION 14 SPECIFIC PLAN (CASE 5.1082 AMND-F PDD 321. (KL)
Commissioner Calerdine stated that he did not attend the previous meeting when Item 4 and 5 were originally presented; however, he has reviewed the DVD of the meeting and will be participating in the discussion and vote on these items.
Principal Planner Robertson provided an update on the proposed amendment.
Motion to approved Approve, subject to conditions. Moved by Commissioner Calerdine, seconded by Commissioner Klatchko.
Vote to approved Approve, subject to conditions. (Approved)
5. AMENDMENT TO FINAL DEVELOPMENT PLANS FOR PDD 301 APPLICATION BY ENCLAVE AT SUNRISE, LLC, TO ALLOW THREE NEW SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL PLAN TYPES FOR THE REMAINING 19 VACANT LOTS LOCATED AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF SUNRISE WAY AND RACQUET CLUB; ZONE PDD301 (CASE NO. 5.1014-PDD 301 AMND). (ER)
Principal Planner Robertson provided an update on the modifications to the proposed amendment.
Commissioner Calerdine commented that this a good example where pedestrian access should be avaiable to the major arterial.
Motion to approved Approve as submitted subject to the previously adopted Negative Declaration (ND) and conditions of approval Moved by Commissioner Lowe, seconded by Commissioner Calerdine.
Vote to approved Approve as submitted subject to the previously adopted Negative Declaration (ND) and conditions of approval (Approved)
NEW BUSINESS:
6. TIME EXTENSION REQUEST BY PALM SPRINGS FREEWAY DEVELOPMENT, LLC, FOR A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO DEVELOP A 65-ROOM HOTEL, TWO DRIVE-THRU RESTAURANTS AND SIGNAGE AT 610 WEST GARNET AVENUE, ZONE M1P,SECTION 15 (CASE 5.0856-CUP) ER
Commissioner Calerdine disclosed that about four years he was the project manager for the City in the preparation of the environmental documents for the Indian Canyon Interchange processed through Cal Trans.
Principal Planner Robertson presented the time extension requested as outlined in the staff report.
Principal Planner Robertson indicated that to this date staff has not received any official correspondence from the County or the Water District concerning a moratorium.
Commissioner Calerdine suggested a continuance so they can receive more information on the wastewater issues.
JACK VANDER WOUDE, applicant, responded to questions from the Commission in reference to the new ramp configuration included the traffic study and septic tanks not being allowed in this area.
Motion to approved To continue to a date certain of September 11, 2013, to allow a representative from the Water District to attend the meeting and provide information to the Commission. Moved by Commissioner Calerdine, seconded by Commissioner Klatchko.
Vote to approved To continue to a date certain of September 11, 2013, to allow a representative from the Water District to attend the meeting and provide information to the Commission. (Approved)
PLANNING COMMISSION REPORTS, REQUESTS AND COMMENTS:
Commissioner Calerdine was pleased to see the Coco's driveway installed, however, he reported several safety hazards and requested code enforcement follow-up.
Vice-Chair Hudson reported the overgrown landscaping at the Home Depot Shopping Center (The Springs) making the parking lot very unsafe.
Commissioner Calerdine suggested exit signage at the Springs Shopping Center.
PLANNING DIRECTOR'S REPORT:
Director Wheeler reminded the Commission that a proclamation for Commissioner Munger will be presented at the Sept. 11th meeting. She commented on the topics of discussion for the upcoming Joint Meeting with the AAC. The Commission gave several suggestions.
Director Wheeler reported that October is designated as National Planning month and suggested the Planning Commission could participate in an open house and invite the public to meet the Commission. Chair Donenfeld thought it was a great idea.
ADJOURNMENT:
The Planning Commission adjourned at 2:47 pm to Wednesday, September 11, 2013 at 11:30 am in the Large Conference Room, 3200 East Tahquitz Canyon Way.
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