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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, October 3, 2013.
ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA:
Commissioner Calerdine requested Item 1C pulled from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
1. CONSENT CALENDAR:
Motion to approved Approve Items 1A and 1B, as part of the Consent Calendar. Moved by Commissioner Calerdine, seconded by Commissioner Weremiuk.
Vote to approved Approve Items 1A and 1B, as part of the Consent Calendar. (Approved)
1A. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: SEPTEMBER 25, 2013
Approved, as presented.
1B. TA EDISON CORP. FOR A MAJOR ARCHITECTURAL APPLICATION TO CONSTRUCT A 2,035 SQUARE FOOT SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENCE AND 483-SQUARE FOOT GARAGE ON A VACANT HILLSIDE LOT LOCATED 2408 VISTA DRIVE, ZONE R-1-B (CASE 3.3679 MAJ). (DN)
Commissioner Calerdine requested "no trash enclosure" be required as part of the conditions.
Approved, as presented.
1C. PALM SPRINGS FREEWAY DEVELOPMENT, LLC, REQUEST FOR A ONE-YEAR TIME EXTENSION FOR A PREVIOUSLY APPROVED 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)
Principal Planner Robertson provided an overview on the proposed time extension.
Commissioner Calerdine noted the advantage to the city in resolving the wastewater issues on Indian Canyon and Gene Autry Trail and suggested this be brought to the attention of the City Manager and Director of Economic Development. Director Wheeler concurred that this comment will be forwarded to appropriate parties and she will provide an update at their next meeting.
Motion to approved Approve subject to the previously adopted Negative Declaration and conditions of approval. Moved by Commissioner Calerdine, seconded by Commissioner Lowe.
Vote to approved Approve subject to the previously adopted Negative Declaration and conditions of approval. (Approved)
PUBLIC COMMENTS:
Chair Donenfeld opened public comments and with no appearances coming forward public comments was closed.
2. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
2A. BARISTO GROUP, LLC, FOR A REQUEST TO AMEND THE THIRD AND FINAL PHASE OF A PREVIOUSLY APPROVED PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT 288 AND A CONDOMINIUM MAP FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE REMAINING 11 NEW HOMES IN THE PARTIALLY BUILT DISTRICT LOCATED AT LUGO ROAD, ZONE PDD 288 (CASE 5.0977 PD 288 / TTM 31887). (ER)
Motion to approved Continue to a date uncertain and direct staff to publish a new hearing date. Moved by Chair Donenfeld, seconded by Commissioner Roberts.
Vote to approved Continue to a date uncertain and direct staff to publish a new hearing date. (Approved)
2B. CITY OF PALM SPRINGS FOR A ZONE TEXT AMENDMENT REGARDING ESTABLISHING DEFINITIONS FOR HOME SOLAR USE AND INDUSTRIAL SOLAR FIELDS AND ALLOWABLE ZONES AND DESIGN STANDARDS (CASE 5.1304 ZTA). (MW)
Motion to approved Continue to the meeting of October 23, 2013. Moved by Chair Donenfeld, seconded by Commissioner Roberts.
Vote to approved Continue to the meeting of October 23, 2013. (Approved)
3. NEW BUSINESS:
3A. JPM BUILDING LLC, FOR A SIGN PROGRAM TO ESTABLISH SIGN CRITERIA FOR THE MULTI-TENANTED COMMERCIAL BUILDING LOCATED 500 SOUTH PALM CANYON DRIVE (THE FIVE HUNDRED BUILDING), ZONE C-1 (CASE SP 13-002). (DN)
Planning Director Wheeler provided an presented the proposed sign program.
Commissioner Klatchko asked staff to elaborate on their concern about the amount of monument signs.
Vice-Chair Hudson provided a recap of the AAC comments when this project was presented.
Commissioner Roberts commented that this is a very visible building and does not see why signs need to be put all over the face of it.
JEFF GRADY, Signarama, said they worked with the architect to create a backplate for new tenants and requested the three monument signs for identification of the tenants and spoke about the brand of the company.
JOHN MONAHAN, owner, is in agreement with no signs on the 2nd floor and requested the address spelled out on the monument signs; noting that this is their brand and marketing. Mr. Monahan addressed the three monument signs and described the tenant lessees for commercial and retail.
Commissioner Klatchko commented about monument signs normally used for large shopping centers for example listing a drug store on another building and doesn't think all the tenants need to be listed on a monument sign.
Vice-Chair Hudson commented that three monument signs are well-designed and appropriate for the designation of the tenants.
Commissioner Roberts commented that the three monument signs are appropriate to cover the retail businesses since most office spaces upstairs do not have signage on the building.
Commissioner Klatchko
Motion to approved To Approve, subject to conditions of approval, as amended:
1. Allow three monument signs in locations shown.
2. Allow "five hundred" spelled out.
3. No logo colors on monument signs.
4. No wall signage on north elevation of the building;
5. No wall signage on second floor.
6. 9" maximum letter size.
Moved by Commissioner Weremiuk, seconded by Commissioner Calerdine.
Vote to approved To Approve, subject to conditions of approval, as amended:
1. Allow three monument signs in locations shown.
2. Allow "five hundred" spelled out.
3. No logo colors on monument signs.
4. No wall signage on north elevation of the building;
5. No wall signage on second floor.
6. 9" maximum letter size.
(Approved)
The sign representative addressed the 9" letter height requirement and noted confusion about the signs on the 22" beams and two awnings on the east and west. He requested 17" letter height on the building beams. Vice-Chair commented that he attended the AAC and agreed that 9" letter height is not effective. On the beams of the building the letter height can be a maximum of 17" in height.
MOTION WAS RECONSIDERED.
Motion to adopted To Approve, subject to conditions of approval, as amended:
1. Allow three monument signs in locations shown.
2. Allow "five hundred" spelled out.
3. No logo colors on monument signs.
4. No wall signage on north elevation of the building;
5. No wall signage on second floor.
6. Signage on the building beams may be a maximum of 17" in letter height and 9" letter height for "five hundred" awning sign. Moved by Commissioner Weremiuk, seconded by Commissioner Calerdine.
Vote to adopted To Approve, subject to conditions of approval, as amended:
1. Allow three monument signs in locations shown.
2. Allow "five hundred" spelled out.
3. No logo colors on monument signs.
4. No wall signage on north elevation of the building;
5. No wall signage on second floor.
6. Signage on the building beams may be a maximum of 17" in letter height and 9" letter height for "five hundred" awning sign. (Approved)
3B. INDOHAMMOND RUTHLA FOR A DETERMINATION THAT AN ANIMAL GROOMER USE IS A SIMILAR PERMITTED USE IN THE PROFESSIONAL (P) ZONE AT 1800 VIA NEGOCIO. (GM)
Director Wheeler presented the request for a determination that an animal groomer is similar permitted use in the Professional Zone.
Commissioner Klatchko questioned about the possibility of setting a precedence to allow animal groomers in other Professional zones that are not appropriate. Director Wheeler pointed-out the other retails uses that are allowed the animal groomer is not more intense than other uses that have been deemed appropriate in this zone.
Motion to approved To determine that an animal groomer use is a permitted use in the P Zone. Moved by Commissioner Calerdine, seconded by Commissioner Lowe.
Vote to approved To determine that an animal groomer use is a permitted use in the P Zone. (Approved)
PLANNING COMMISSION REPORTS, REQUESTS AND COMMENTS:
Commissioner Calerdine requested an update on the tennis court lighting projec that went before the City Council last week. Director Wheeler explained the project was approved with conditions.
Commissioner Calerdine commented that the monument signs at the Ralph's shopping center look nice.
PLANNING DIRECTOR'S REPORT:
Director Wheeler thanked the Commission for attending the City Council meeting last week to receive the proclamation and reminded the Commission about the the Planning Department's Open House on October 30th in the Large Conference Room.
Director Wheeler explained the notification process and sign posting recently approved by the City Council.
ADJOURNMENT:
The Planning Commission adjourned at 2:38 pm to Wednesday, October 23, 2013, at 11:30 am City Hall, 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: 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, October 3, 2013.
ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA:
Commissioner Calerdine requested Item 1C pulled from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
1. CONSENT CALENDAR:
Motion to approved Approve Items 1A and 1B, as part of the Consent Calendar. Moved by Commissioner Calerdine, seconded by Commissioner Weremiuk.
Vote to approved Approve Items 1A and 1B, as part of the Consent Calendar. (Approved)
1A. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: SEPTEMBER 25, 2013
Approved, as presented.
1B. TA EDISON CORP. FOR A MAJOR ARCHITECTURAL APPLICATION TO CONSTRUCT A 2,035 SQUARE FOOT SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENCE AND 483-SQUARE FOOT GARAGE ON A VACANT HILLSIDE LOT LOCATED 2408 VISTA DRIVE, ZONE R-1-B (CASE 3.3679 MAJ). (DN)
Commissioner Calerdine requested "no trash enclosure" be required as part of the conditions.
Approved, as presented.
1C. PALM SPRINGS FREEWAY DEVELOPMENT, LLC, REQUEST FOR A ONE-YEAR TIME EXTENSION FOR A PREVIOUSLY APPROVED 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)
Principal Planner Robertson provided an overview on the proposed time extension.
Commissioner Calerdine noted the advantage to the city in resolving the wastewater issues on Indian Canyon and Gene Autry Trail and suggested this be brought to the attention of the City Manager and Director of Economic Development. Director Wheeler concurred that this comment will be forwarded to appropriate parties and she will provide an update at their next meeting.
Motion to approved Approve subject to the previously adopted Negative Declaration and conditions of approval. Moved by Commissioner Calerdine, seconded by Commissioner Lowe.
Vote to approved Approve subject to the previously adopted Negative Declaration and conditions of approval. (Approved)
PUBLIC COMMENTS:
Chair Donenfeld opened public comments and with no appearances coming forward public comments was closed.
2. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
2A. BARISTO GROUP, LLC, FOR A REQUEST TO AMEND THE THIRD AND FINAL PHASE OF A PREVIOUSLY APPROVED PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT 288 AND A CONDOMINIUM MAP FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE REMAINING 11 NEW HOMES IN THE PARTIALLY BUILT DISTRICT LOCATED AT LUGO ROAD, ZONE PDD 288 (CASE 5.0977 PD 288 / TTM 31887). (ER)
Motion to approved Continue to a date uncertain and direct staff to publish a new hearing date. Moved by Chair Donenfeld, seconded by Commissioner Roberts.
Vote to approved Continue to a date uncertain and direct staff to publish a new hearing date. (Approved)
2B. CITY OF PALM SPRINGS FOR A ZONE TEXT AMENDMENT REGARDING ESTABLISHING DEFINITIONS FOR HOME SOLAR USE AND INDUSTRIAL SOLAR FIELDS AND ALLOWABLE ZONES AND DESIGN STANDARDS (CASE 5.1304 ZTA). (MW)
Motion to approved Continue to the meeting of October 23, 2013. Moved by Chair Donenfeld, seconded by Commissioner Roberts.
Vote to approved Continue to the meeting of October 23, 2013. (Approved)
3. NEW BUSINESS:
3A. JPM BUILDING LLC, FOR A SIGN PROGRAM TO ESTABLISH SIGN CRITERIA FOR THE MULTI-TENANTED COMMERCIAL BUILDING LOCATED 500 SOUTH PALM CANYON DRIVE (THE FIVE HUNDRED BUILDING), ZONE C-1 (CASE SP 13-002). (DN)
Planning Director Wheeler provided an presented the proposed sign program.
Commissioner Klatchko asked staff to elaborate on their concern about the amount of monument signs.
Vice-Chair Hudson provided a recap of the AAC comments when this project was presented.
Commissioner Roberts commented that this is a very visible building and does not see why signs need to be put all over the face of it.
JEFF GRADY, Signarama, said they worked with the architect to create a backplate for new tenants and requested the three monument signs for identification of the tenants and spoke about the brand of the company.
JOHN MONAHAN, owner, is in agreement with no signs on the 2nd floor and requested the address spelled out on the monument signs; noting that this is their brand and marketing. Mr. Monahan addressed the three monument signs and described the tenant lessees for commercial and retail.
Commissioner Klatchko commented about monument signs normally used for large shopping centers for example listing a drug store on another building and doesn't think all the tenants need to be listed on a monument sign.
Vice-Chair Hudson commented that three monument signs are well-designed and appropriate for the designation of the tenants.
Commissioner Roberts commented that the three monument signs are appropriate to cover the retail businesses since most office spaces upstairs do not have signage on the building.
Commissioner Klatchko
Motion to approved To Approve, subject to conditions of approval, as amended:
1. Allow three monument signs in locations shown.
2. Allow "five hundred" spelled out.
3. No logo colors on monument signs.
4. No wall signage on north elevation of the building;
5. No wall signage on second floor.
6. 9" maximum letter size.
Moved by Commissioner Weremiuk, seconded by Commissioner Calerdine.
Vote to approved To Approve, subject to conditions of approval, as amended:
1. Allow three monument signs in locations shown.
2. Allow "five hundred" spelled out.
3. No logo colors on monument signs.
4. No wall signage on north elevation of the building;
5. No wall signage on second floor.
6. 9" maximum letter size.
(Approved)
The sign representative addressed the 9" letter height requirement and noted confusion about the signs on the 22" beams and two awnings on the east and west. He requested 17" letter height on the building beams. Vice-Chair commented that he attended the AAC and agreed that 9" letter height is not effective. On the beams of the building the letter height can be a maximum of 17" in height.
MOTION WAS RECONSIDERED.
Motion to adopted To Approve, subject to conditions of approval, as amended:
1. Allow three monument signs in locations shown.
2. Allow "five hundred" spelled out.
3. No logo colors on monument signs.
4. No wall signage on north elevation of the building;
5. No wall signage on second floor.
6. Signage on the building beams may be a maximum of 17" in letter height and 9" letter height for "five hundred" awning sign. Moved by Commissioner Weremiuk, seconded by Commissioner Calerdine.
Vote to adopted To Approve, subject to conditions of approval, as amended:
1. Allow three monument signs in locations shown.
2. Allow "five hundred" spelled out.
3. No logo colors on monument signs.
4. No wall signage on north elevation of the building;
5. No wall signage on second floor.
6. Signage on the building beams may be a maximum of 17" in letter height and 9" letter height for "five hundred" awning sign. (Approved)
3B. INDOHAMMOND RUTHLA FOR A DETERMINATION THAT AN ANIMAL GROOMER USE IS A SIMILAR PERMITTED USE IN THE PROFESSIONAL (P) ZONE AT 1800 VIA NEGOCIO. (GM)
Director Wheeler presented the request for a determination that an animal groomer is similar permitted use in the Professional Zone.
Commissioner Klatchko questioned about the possibility of setting a precedence to allow animal groomers in other Professional zones that are not appropriate. Director Wheeler pointed-out the other retails uses that are allowed the animal groomer is not more intense than other uses that have been deemed appropriate in this zone.
Motion to approved To determine that an animal groomer use is a permitted use in the P Zone. Moved by Commissioner Calerdine, seconded by Commissioner Lowe.
Vote to approved To determine that an animal groomer use is a permitted use in the P Zone. (Approved)
PLANNING COMMISSION REPORTS, REQUESTS AND COMMENTS:
Commissioner Calerdine requested an update on the tennis court lighting projec that went before the City Council last week. Director Wheeler explained the project was approved with conditions.
Commissioner Calerdine commented that the monument signs at the Ralph's shopping center look nice.
PLANNING DIRECTOR'S REPORT:
Director Wheeler thanked the Commission for attending the City Council meeting last week to receive the proclamation and reminded the Commission about the the Planning Department's Open House on October 30th in the Large Conference Room.
Director Wheeler explained the notification process and sign posting recently approved by the City Council.
ADJOURNMENT:
The Planning Commission adjourned at 2:38 pm to Wednesday, October 23, 2013, at 11:30 am City Hall, Large Conference Room, 3200 East Tahquitz Canyon Way.
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