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CALL TO ORDER:
Chair Calerdine called the meeting to order at 1:31 pm.
ROLL CALL:
Roll Call: 6 members present, 0 members absent, 1 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, December 8, 2016.
ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA: Te agenda was accepted as presented.
PUBLIC COMMENTS: None.
1. CONSENT CALENDAR:
Motion to approve Approve Items 1A, 1B, 1C AND 1D as part of the Consent Calender. Moved by Commissioner Donenfeld, seconded by Commissioner Middleton.
Vote to approve Approve Items 1A, 1B, 1C AND 1D as part of the Consent Calender. (Approved)
1A. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: OCTOBER 26, 2016 AND NOVEMBER 9, 2016
Approved as presented.
1B. DOMINION PROPERTIES FOR A MAJOR ARCHITECTURAL APPLICATION FOR A HOUSE RENOVATION, A 1,014-SQUARE FOOT ROOM/GARAGE ADDITION AND 502-SQUARE FOOT CASITA ON A HILLSIDE LOT LOCATED AT 2225 LEONARD ROAD (CASE 2.645 MAA & 15-033 LUP). (GM)
Approved as presented.
1C. PALM SPRINGS PROMENADE FOR A DESIGN REVISION TO AN APPROVED SIGN PROGRAM FOR THE COMMERCIAL BUILDING, INCLUSIVE OF THE ROWAN HOTEL, LOCATED AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF TAHQUITZ CANYON WAY AND BELARDO ROAD ON BLOCK C-1 OF THE DOWNTOWN PALM SPRINGS SPECIFIC PLAN, ZONE CBD, SECTION 15 (SP 16-004). (DN)
Approved as presented.
1D. DAVID WILSON FOR A MINOR ARCHITECTURAL APPLICATION PROPOSING AN ACCESSORY DWELLING UNIT ON A 16,217 SQUARE FOOT HILLSIDE LOT LOCATED AT 2250 NORTH LEONARD ROAD, ZONE R-1-B (CASE 3.1708 MAA / LUP 16-065). (KL)
Approved as presented.
2. NEW BUSINESS:
2A. PINNACLE VIEW LLC FOR A MAJOR ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A 4,429-SQUARE FOOT SINGLE-FAMILY HOUSE ON A HILLSIDE LOT LOCATED AT 2278 CITY VIEW DRIVE, ZONE ESA-SP PLANNING AREA 4, LOT 50, DESERT PALISADES SPECIFIC PLAN, SECTION 3 (CASE 3.3982 MAJ). (GM)
Associate Planner Mlaker provided an overview on the proposed hillside house as outlined in the staff report.
LANCE O'DONNELL, project architect, circulated a scale model of the proposed house noting how it nestles into the landscape. He was available for questions.
Motion to approve Approve with Conditions. Moved by Commissioner Lowe, seconded by Commissioner Middleton.
Vote to approve Approve with Conditions. (Approved)
2B. FAR WEST INDUSTRIES, INC. FOR A REVISED FINAL PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT APPLICATION FOR “ICON” (FORMERLY “ALVARADO AT THE ART COLONY”, A PROPOSED GATED DEVELOPMENT OF 46, TWO-STORY DETACHED CONDOMINIUM DWELLING UNITS ON A 5.23-ACRE SITE LOCATED AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE AND ALVARADO ROAD (CASE 5.1340 / PDD 370). (KL)
Associate Planner Lyon provided an overview of the proposed revised final planned development district as outlined in the staff report.
Commissioner Donenfeld requested clarification on the City Council's direction to the Planning Commission and redesign of the project.
Director Fagg provided clarification on City Council's concern relative to the design of the units and length of driveways.
Commissioner Hudson does not think the changes provided by the applicant are acceptable. He thinks a few feet more would help the driveways and 14 buildings along Palm Canyon with 6 feet between the buildings is not acceptable.
Commissioner Hirschbein requested clarification on the accessory units (casitas) if they are optional and thinks a certain percentage should be mandatory. However, he likes the elevations facing Palm Canyon and questioned the concept of the project.
BRYAN BERKSON, Far West Industries, said they have been building in the desert for 30+ years. He responded that landscaping around the perimeter was the only change they've done. He requested if there are specific changes the Commission would like to see they are open to suggestions prefer to work it out today rather than a continuance. He explained the construction timeline currently re-routing a major gas line and relocation of 5 electrical poles.
GEORGE ALVAREZ, Vice-President, Land Development (Far West Industries), said they purchased this dormant property and have been working with the development team to get this project where it is. He addressed the casitas, shade structures on Palm Canyon, garage doors and lineage of houses. He explained the was available for questions.
Commissioner Hudson reiterated that the units could be more successful and does not see enough change.
Commissioner Donenfeld concurred with Commissioner Hudson in that the City Council was very specific with the changes they wanted to see and he does not see major changes have occurred on this project.
Commissioner Hudson stated that the applicant has not responded to the specific comments requested by the City Council as noted in the staff report.
Motion to approve Deny. Moved by Commissioner Hudson, seconded by Commissioner Donenfeld.
Vote to approve Deny. (Approved)
Planning Director Fagg reported that a resolution of denial will be brought forth at their next meeting to reflect the findings of the Planning Commission.
PLANNING COMMISSION REPORTS, REQUESTS AND COMMENTS: None.
PLANNING DIRECTOR'S REPORT:
Planning Director Fagg reported the zone text amendment for the extension of time will be reviewed at the January 11th meeting.
ADJOURNMENT:
The Planning Commission adjourned to a Study Session at 11:00 am followed by their regular meeting at 1:30 pm, Wednesday, January 11, 2017, City Hall, Council Chamber, 3200 East Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs.
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CALL TO ORDER:
Chair Calerdine called the meeting to order at 1:31 pm.
ROLL CALL:
Roll Call: 6 members present, 0 members absent, 1 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, December 8, 2016.
ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA: Te agenda was accepted as presented.
PUBLIC COMMENTS: None.
1. CONSENT CALENDAR:
Motion to approve Approve Items 1A, 1B, 1C AND 1D as part of the Consent Calender. Moved by Commissioner Donenfeld, seconded by Commissioner Middleton.
Vote to approve Approve Items 1A, 1B, 1C AND 1D as part of the Consent Calender. (Approved)
1A. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: OCTOBER 26, 2016 AND NOVEMBER 9, 2016
Approved as presented.
1B. DOMINION PROPERTIES FOR A MAJOR ARCHITECTURAL APPLICATION FOR A HOUSE RENOVATION, A 1,014-SQUARE FOOT ROOM/GARAGE ADDITION AND 502-SQUARE FOOT CASITA ON A HILLSIDE LOT LOCATED AT 2225 LEONARD ROAD (CASE 2.645 MAA & 15-033 LUP). (GM)
Approved as presented.
1C. PALM SPRINGS PROMENADE FOR A DESIGN REVISION TO AN APPROVED SIGN PROGRAM FOR THE COMMERCIAL BUILDING, INCLUSIVE OF THE ROWAN HOTEL, LOCATED AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF TAHQUITZ CANYON WAY AND BELARDO ROAD ON BLOCK C-1 OF THE DOWNTOWN PALM SPRINGS SPECIFIC PLAN, ZONE CBD, SECTION 15 (SP 16-004). (DN)
Approved as presented.
1D. DAVID WILSON FOR A MINOR ARCHITECTURAL APPLICATION PROPOSING AN ACCESSORY DWELLING UNIT ON A 16,217 SQUARE FOOT HILLSIDE LOT LOCATED AT 2250 NORTH LEONARD ROAD, ZONE R-1-B (CASE 3.1708 MAA / LUP 16-065). (KL)
Approved as presented.
2. NEW BUSINESS:
2A. PINNACLE VIEW LLC FOR A MAJOR ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A 4,429-SQUARE FOOT SINGLE-FAMILY HOUSE ON A HILLSIDE LOT LOCATED AT 2278 CITY VIEW DRIVE, ZONE ESA-SP PLANNING AREA 4, LOT 50, DESERT PALISADES SPECIFIC PLAN, SECTION 3 (CASE 3.3982 MAJ). (GM)
Associate Planner Mlaker provided an overview on the proposed hillside house as outlined in the staff report.
LANCE O'DONNELL, project architect, circulated a scale model of the proposed house noting how it nestles into the landscape. He was available for questions.
Motion to approve Approve with Conditions. Moved by Commissioner Lowe, seconded by Commissioner Middleton.
Vote to approve Approve with Conditions. (Approved)
2B. FAR WEST INDUSTRIES, INC. FOR A REVISED FINAL PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT APPLICATION FOR “ICON” (FORMERLY “ALVARADO AT THE ART COLONY”, A PROPOSED GATED DEVELOPMENT OF 46, TWO-STORY DETACHED CONDOMINIUM DWELLING UNITS ON A 5.23-ACRE SITE LOCATED AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE AND ALVARADO ROAD (CASE 5.1340 / PDD 370). (KL)
Associate Planner Lyon provided an overview of the proposed revised final planned development district as outlined in the staff report.
Commissioner Donenfeld requested clarification on the City Council's direction to the Planning Commission and redesign of the project.
Director Fagg provided clarification on City Council's concern relative to the design of the units and length of driveways.
Commissioner Hudson does not think the changes provided by the applicant are acceptable. He thinks a few feet more would help the driveways and 14 buildings along Palm Canyon with 6 feet between the buildings is not acceptable.
Commissioner Hirschbein requested clarification on the accessory units (casitas) if they are optional and thinks a certain percentage should be mandatory. However, he likes the elevations facing Palm Canyon and questioned the concept of the project.
BRYAN BERKSON, Far West Industries, said they have been building in the desert for 30+ years. He responded that landscaping around the perimeter was the only change they've done. He requested if there are specific changes the Commission would like to see they are open to suggestions prefer to work it out today rather than a continuance. He explained the construction timeline currently re-routing a major gas line and relocation of 5 electrical poles.
GEORGE ALVAREZ, Vice-President, Land Development (Far West Industries), said they purchased this dormant property and have been working with the development team to get this project where it is. He addressed the casitas, shade structures on Palm Canyon, garage doors and lineage of houses. He explained the was available for questions.
Commissioner Hudson reiterated that the units could be more successful and does not see enough change.
Commissioner Donenfeld concurred with Commissioner Hudson in that the City Council was very specific with the changes they wanted to see and he does not see major changes have occurred on this project.
Commissioner Hudson stated that the applicant has not responded to the specific comments requested by the City Council as noted in the staff report.
Motion to approve Deny. Moved by Commissioner Hudson, seconded by Commissioner Donenfeld.
Vote to approve Deny. (Approved)
Planning Director Fagg reported that a resolution of denial will be brought forth at their next meeting to reflect the findings of the Planning Commission.
PLANNING COMMISSION REPORTS, REQUESTS AND COMMENTS: None.
PLANNING DIRECTOR'S REPORT:
Planning Director Fagg reported the zone text amendment for the extension of time will be reviewed at the January 11th meeting.
ADJOURNMENT:
The Planning Commission adjourned to a Study Session at 11:00 am followed by their regular meeting at 1:30 pm, Wednesday, January 11, 2017, City Hall, Council Chamber, 3200 East Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs.
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