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CALL TO ORDER:

Chair Calerdine called the meeting to order at 1:33 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 6:00 pm on Thursday, April 20, 2017).

ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA:

Planning Director Fagg reported that the applicant has requested to withdraw Item 3A. Staff requested Item 3D be moved to the beginning of the Unfinished Business section of the agenda.

PUBLIC COMMENTS:

Chair Calerdine opened public comments:

ROBERT STONE, spoke on Items 3B, 2B and 2C - spoke in favor of the proposed solar ordinance and requested approval of the Serena Villas project.

ROBIN ABRAHAMS, architect & resident, spoke in reference to Item 3D, commented that the downtown museum plan should not be replace an indoor downtown mall with an outdoor one but rather weave all the public spaces (streets, sidewalks and the park) together.

ELLEN LOCKERT, Climate Action Palm Springs, spoke about climate change and the importance of cutting greenhouse gas emissions. she requested approval of the propose solar ordinance.

DAVID FREEDMAN, Sustainability Commissioner, provided details on the proposed solar ordinance & study. Mr. Freedman stated that solar will be required Statewide on new construction starting in 2020; and noted that the Energy Commission is encouraging local governments to adopt local ordinances now to move toward the State's energy goals.

JOY BROWN MEREDITH, Mainstreet Palm Springs, spoke in favor of the Sign Ordinance (Item 2A) and feels there have been lots of compromises on both sides and requested approval. She also spoke in support of Serena Villas (Item 2B).

FRANK TYSEN, Historic Tennis Club Neighborhood, chairman, spoke in support of La Serena Villas (Items 2B); he feels the applicant has done lots of improvements and it will benefit the neighborhood.

JUDY DEERTRACK, expressed concern with the lack of time given to her during public comment at the study session when she has worked years on the study. She requested more time be given to the study and be open to other options and not resist it.

AFTAB DADA, Palm Springs Hospitality Association (representing the president) and PS Resorts, chairman, spoke in favor of Item 2B (La Serena Villas); he commented that the owners has poured lots of money into this hotel and noted that without the restaurant use this project will not be successful.

GRETCHEN GUTTIEREZ, Desert Valley Builders Assoc., CEO,(spoke in reference to Item 3B) spoke about the State mandate that will go into effect in 3 years; she indicated communication needs to continue on this matter.

There being no further speakers the public hearing was closed.

1. CONSENT CALENDAR:

Vice-Chair Weremuik requested Item 1B pulled from the Consent Calendar for dicussion.

1A. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: MARCH 22, 2017, APRIL 13, 2017 SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES,

lyn abstain on the minutes of 3/22

Motion to approve Approve with a correction to the minutes of March 22, 2017, as noted. Moved by Chair Calerdine, seconded by Vice-Chair Weremiuk.

Vote to approve Approve with a correction to the minutes of March 22, 2017, as noted. (Approved)

1B. 1875 NORTH PALM CANYON PARTNERS II, LLC (D/B/A TOVA HOTEL AND BEACH CLUB) REQUESTING A MAJOR ARCHITECTURAL APPLICATION FOR THE RENOVATION OF AN EXISTING HOTEL (FORMERLY THE GARDEN VISTA HOTEL) LOCATED AT 1875 NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE (CASE 3.0157 MAJ). (GM)

Associate Planner Mlaker provided an overview on the renovation of the proposed hotel and reported that the restaurant has been removed.

The Commission requested clarification on:
-Day use of the pool-including hours for music. (noise ordinance).

Commissioner Hudson commented that he supports the design of the project and realizes that parking continues to be an issue and use the pool continues to be important. He requested a condition be imposed to clean up the site and improve the fencing (looks direlic).

CHARLY ASSALY, Prestige Hospitality Management, CEO, (responded to questions from Commission) stated that the will comply with the noise ordinance;and confirmed that they will not have pool parties. He described the reduction in pool size; verified day use will be for hotel patrons only and monitoring of sound levels.

Commissioner Middleton encouraged the applicant to reach out to the Little Tuscany neighborhood.

Vice-Chair Weremiuk verified if the hours of speaker music from 10 am - 10 pm was acceptable to the applicant. (yes) She urged the applicant to be considerate of the bass sound that reverberates from the mountain.

Motion to approve

Approval subject to:

1. Site will be well maintained.
2. Time limit on music in the pool area from 10 am - 10 pm. (Staff will review approvals
for the Belardo Hotel- if necessary will make change adminstratively to the Conditions of Approval.)

Moved by Vice-Chair Weremiuk, seconded by Commissioner Donenfeld.

Vote to approve

Approval subject to:

1. Site will be well maintained.
2. Time limit on music in the pool area from 10 am - 10 pm. (Staff will review approvals
for the Belardo Hotel- if necessary will make change adminstratively to the Conditions of Approval.)

2. PUBLIC HEARINGS:

Items 2B and 2C were heard consecutively:

2B. LARS VIKLUND, OWNER, (D/B/A LA SERENA VILLAS) REQUESTING A VARIANCE TO ALLOW A RESTAURANT AS AN ACCESSORY USE TO A HOTEL WITH EIGHTEEN (18) GUEST ROOMS WHERE TWENTY (20) ROOMS ARE REQUIRED LOCATED AT 339 SOUTH BELARDO ROAD, ZONE R-3 (Case 6.548 VAR). (GM)

2C. LARS VIKLUND, OWNER, (D/B/A LA SERENA VILLAS) REQUESTING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO ALLOW A RESTAURANT AS AN ACCESSORY USE TO A HOTEL LOCATED AT 339 SOUTH BELARDO ROAD, ZONE R-3 (Case 5.1413 CUP). (GM)

Associate Planner Mlaker provided an overview on the proposed Variance to allow a restaurant, as an accessory use to a hotel with eighteen (18) guest rooms.

Commissioner Middleton verified if any of the rooms are multi-bedrooms. Staff confirmed that there are two rooms on the Cahuilla side that are two-bedrooms. Ms. Middleton commented said looking at the number of bedrooms as opposed to the number of rooms would be one way to address the problems with this hotel.

Chair Calerdine opened the public hearing:

MAY SUNG, project architect, provided background details on the hotel and parking, density, frontage; and their goal to preserve the neighborhood.

KELLY VIKLUND, owner, said they also own the Del Marcos (next door) and have acquired the Cally Lilly (across the street); noting that one of the major functions to have the restaurant is to serve the guests of the three hotels.

OLIVIA PRESCOTT, La Serena Villas, general manager, reiterated had the property been grandfathered in the owners would not have been required to reduce the number of units to accommodate parking.

KARL KRUGER, (has managed hotels from 10 - 1200 rooms) thinks bringing the food and beverage along with the rooms is necessary and encouraged the Commission to support this project.

DICK BURKETT, (preservationist & hotel management background) said the success of this property is greatly enhanced when they can deliver the high expectation of services to the guests. He and on behalf of Gary Johns, HSPB Chair, are both in support of allowing the restaurant.

MICHAEL BRAUN, said hotel guests want to engage with the community to have an authentic experience; and spoke in support of the restaurant.

TOM DOCZI, TKD & Associates, (landscape for La Serena Villas), said all the idea was to bring back the Palm Springs charm; and believes adding the food services will be an additional service to a fine project.

There being no further speakers the public hearing was closed.

Planning Director Fagg asked the applicant if they are able to separately key Villa 6 and 6A.

KELLY VICKLUND responded yes.

Planning Director Fagg said if this is the case they would have a 20 room hotel in which the Variance is not necessary. He would like to meet on-site with the applicant to verify this requirement can be met.

Vice-Chair Weremik requested staff start the process to start a zone text amendment for a different process.

Motion to approve Continue to a date certain of May 10, 2017. Moved by Vice-Chair Weremiuk, seconded by Commissioner Lowe.

Vote to approve Continue to a date certain of May 10, 2017. (Approved)

A recess was taken at 3:03 pm.

The meeting resumed at 3:16 pm.

2D. STACY'S @ PALM SPRINGS FOR A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT (CUP) AND A LAND USE PERMIT (LUP) TO ESTABLISH AND OPERATE A BAR / COCKTAIL LOUNGE AT AN EXISTING MULTI-TENANT BUILDING LOCATED AT 220 EAST ARENAS ROAD, ZONE CBD (CASE NOS. 5.1415 CUP & LUP 17-015). (ER)

Principal Planner Robertson provided an overview on the proposed request to operate a bar/cocktail lounge as outlined in the staff report.

Chair Calerdine opened the public hearing:

STACY LOUIS, applicant, said he is going to this open business as a quiet piano bar and music will be turned off at 10 pm.

MELVIN FRANK, said he owns three bars in the area and has no objections to this request.

There being no further speakers the public hearing was closed.

Motion to approve Approve with conditions. Moved by Commissioner Donenfeld, seconded by Vice-Chair Weremiuk.

Vote to approve Approve with conditions. (Approved)

2E. CIOFFI ARCHITECT, ON BEHALF OF DESERT TIRES AND WHEEL FOR A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT (CUP) TO OPERATE A TIRE AND WHEEL STORE AT AN EXISTING MULTI-TENANT BUILDING LOCATED AT 3800 EAST VISTA CHINO, #1, ZONE M-1-P, (CASE 5.1414-CUP) (ER).

Principal Planner Robertson presented the proposed request to operate a tire and wheel store as outlined in the staff report.

Vice-Chair Weremiuk noted concern with traffic (heading east) making a U-turn at the signal and people running a red light at the intersection. She questioned if there is there mitigation for a higher volume tire store that can be imposed on this project.

Planning Director Fagg clarified that the proposed use is not going to generate additional traffic above and beyond what was originally anticipated when the structure was built.

Vice-Chair Weremiuk disclosed that she attended the One PS Escena Neighborhood meeting and this issue was discussed by other people.

Chair Calerdine opened the public hearing:

JIM CIOFFI, original architect, explained this use will not increase traffic and thinks inappropriate to impose a requirement for people running a red light at this intersection.

GREGG MANDINACH, property owner, said the red signal light has an arrow and does not see a problem. He noted that the prior business was much busier with delivery trucks going in and out.

There being no further speakers the public hearing was closed.

Motion to approve Approve with conditions. Moved by Commissioner Donenfeld, seconded by Commissioner Hirschbein.

Vote to approve Approve with conditions. (Approved)

This Item was heard out of order.

3D. PALM SPRINGS PROMENADE, LLC FOR AN AMENDMENT TO THE APPROVED LANDSCAPE AND HARDSCAPE PLANS FOR DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS WITHIN THE DOWNTOWN PALM SPRINGS SPECIFIC PLAN LOCATED GENERALLY AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF PALM CANYON DRIVE AND TAHQUITZ CANYON WAY, ZONE CBD (CASE NOS. 5.1290 PD-361, 3.3605 MAJ, 3.3606 MAJ, 3.3607 MAJ, 3.3908 MAJ AND 3.3948 MAJ). (DN)

Associate Planner Newell provided an overview on the modifications made to the proposed landscape and hardscape plans as outlined in the staff report.

MICHAEL BRAUN, applicant, said they would come back to a later time for review of the shade structure design and fountains. He suggested the subcommittee formed of the City Council and Planning Commission and the Arts Commission. Mr. Braun addressed questions from the Commission.

TOM DOCZI, TKD & Associates, project landscape architect, said all the hardscape and landscape plans have been updated with most of what was originally approved with the first approval two years ago. He explained that there were additional landscape areas and widen areas to break up the linear line on Palm Canyon. He said planting was re-naturalized along Palm Canyon and described the plantings on Museum Way.

IVAN ORTIZ, TKD & Associates, addressed Commission's questions on the landscape and hardscape plans pertaining to: shade study (roof overhangs), benches, misting system, paving material, public seating and dining areas,

JEANETTE FRANCO, TKD & Associates, described the outdoor furnishings, placement of the hardscape elements and landscape design on the plans.

1. Misters under the shade tree - applicant should be maintain. in the hot weather - on the trees - unless provided by a private business. on palm canyon 2. block A 3. block b - smaller planters. 4. all trash receptacles include recycable. subcommittee - cleaning schedule. maintain @ 1st class destination. 4 total bike paths. 2 fountain designs w/ subcommittee placement of bollards. design of shade structures. signage to subcommittee. tree types on museum way - meeting with mark rios.

Motion to approve Recommend conditional approval to City Council subject to:

1. Misters shall be installed under the shade structures, applicant to maintain areas and non-private areas (restaurants), unless provided by the adjacent business.
2. Block A - hanging plants over planting boxes.
3. All trash containers to have recycling bins.
4. Cleaning schedule to be reviewed by subcommittee.
5. Furniture presented today to be incorporated in approved exhibits.
6. Both water feature designs (to incorporate public art) by subcommittee.
7. Bollards on Main Street by subcommittee.
8. All shade structures along NPCD (to incorporate public art) by subcommittee.
9. Signage - directional, wayfinding by subcommittee.
10. Shade trees along Museum Way to be reviewed Park Designer/Architect.
11. Recommend seating area down north side of building on Block A. Moved by Vice-Chair Weremiuk, seconded by Commissioner Donenfeld.

Vote to approve Recommend conditional approval to City Council subject to:

1. Misters shall be installed under the shade structures, applicant to maintain areas and non-private areas (restaurants), unless provided by the adjacent business.
2. Block A - hanging plants over planting boxes.
3. All trash containers to have recycling bins.
4. Cleaning schedule to be reviewed by subcommittee.
5. Furniture presented today to be incorporated in approved exhibits.
6. Both water feature designs (to incorporate public art) by subcommittee.
7. Bollards on Main Street by subcommittee.
8. All shade structures along NPCD (to incorporate public art) by subcommittee.
9. Signage - directional, wayfinding by subcommittee.
10. Shade trees along Museum Way to be reviewed Park Designer/Architect.
11. Recommend seating area down north side of building on Block A. (Approved)

3. UNFINISHED BUSINESS:

3C. MG2 FOR AN ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW APPLICATION AND A LAND USE PERMIT TO REVIEW THE STOREFRONT DESIGN AND OUTDOOR SEATING SPACE FOR A PROPOSED TOMMY BAHAMA RESTAURANT LOCATED WITHIN BLOCK C OF THE DOWNTOWN PALM SPRINGS SPECIFIC PLAN AT 111 NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE, SUITE 150, ZONE CBD (CASE 3.4014 MAA & LUP 17-017). (DN)

Associate Planner Newell provided an overview on the storefront design and outdoor seating space for the proposed Tommy Bahama Restaurant.

Commissioner Lowe commented that this outdoor seating is not public seating area because the restaurant comes out and takes up 1/2 of the planter space.

Vice-Chair Weremiuk said she supports the staff's recommendation and thinks it should go back for redesign. The number of seats are triple from the indoor seating. The seating outside needs to be pushed back.

Commissioner Middleton supports outdoor dining; however, it is pushed out too far in particular to where the tree area was supposed to be.

Commissioner Hirschbein noted that there is twice as much exterior dining than interior. He likes the umbrellas with the integral lighting, misting & heating, exterior furniture and bar. However, he thinks the ratio needs to be adjusted for the exterior seating.

Commissioner Hudson said he likes the design; however, he expressed concern with the tree location; noting that it needs to be moved back to its original location. He said area was designated as a public plaza.

Commissioner Donenfeld is not certain where the tree should go and agrees adjustments should be made. He noted that Tommy Bahama's model is more exterior seating and questioned City Council's direction on this matter.

FRANK KENNARD, Tommy Bahama, director of store design, spoke about this model being tailored to the outdoor pedestrian experience.

Commissioner Hirschbein commented that the tree is in a different location from the approved landscape plan.

Commissioner Hudson concurred the location of the tree has moved and feels strongly that it affects the ADA ramp.

1. re-draw plans. lyn likes the restaurant coming out to the sidewalk. lm, love the architecture, the seating 1. to add the tree in the appropriate location.

Motion to approve Continue to a date certain of May 10, 2017 with direction to the applicant to revise the plans to include:

1. The location of the raised planter near the corner be consistent with the approved hardscape/landscape plans for the overall downtown project. Moved by Vice-Chair Weremiuk, seconded by Commissioner Lowe.

Vote to approve Continue to a date certain of May 10, 2017 with direction to the applicant to revise the plans to include:

1. The location of the raised planter near the corner be consistent with the approved hardscape/landscape plans for the overall downtown project. (Approved)

3B. RECEIVE A REPORT FROM THE SUSTAINABILITY COMMISSION RELATING TO A PROPOSED MANDATORY REQUIREMENT FOR THE INSTALLATION OF SOLAR SYSTEMS FOR RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION. (FF)

Vice-Chair Weremiuk said she supports the solar ordinance and did research with the largest solar builder who said 100% of the purchasers bought the solar package. She left the Council Chamber at 5:43 pm for the remainder of the meeting.

Planning Director Fagg provided background information on the proposed solar ordinance.

Commissioner Middleton said one of the biggest hurdles they faced was trying to carve out some measure that would allow homes that go from affordable to non-affordable because of solar to have an exemption - by price and square footage. Ultimately, they came up with a process that allows a developer to come in and appeal to the Building Codes Appeals Board for an exemption on their project based on three criteria. Ms. Middleton said one of the biggest steps is that they are requiring that major remodels include solar.

Chair Calerdine said supports the proposed ordinance; however, he still has reservations overt the affordability issues and does not see this information. He recalled when he purchased his first house and scraping enough money just to buy the house. He requested a note to the City Council that they remain concern about the impact on affordability.

Commissioner Donenfeld said we are in the forefront of a major change statewide and Palm Springs should be a leader in this area. He is concerned about affordability but supports the framework as proposed.

Motion to approve Receive the report and forward a recommendation to the City Council. Moved by Commissioner Middleton, seconded by Chair Calerdine.

Vote to approve Receive the report and forward a recommendation to the City Council. (Approved)

2A. CITY OF PALM SPRINGS FOR A ZONE TEXT AMENDMENT TO AMEND SECTION 91.00.10 AND SECTIONS 93.20.00 THROUGH 93.20.11, AND TO ADD SECTION 93.20.12 TO THE PALM SPRINGS ZONING CODE (PSZC) RELATIVE TO THE CITY’S SIGN ORDINANCE (CASE 5.1416 ZTA). (FF)

Motion to approve Continue to a date certain of May 10, 2017. Moved by Chair Calerdine, seconded by Commissioner Donenfeld.

Vote to approve Continue to a date certain of May 10, 2017. (Approved)

3E. DAKOTA PS, LLC REQUESTING AN AMENDMENT TO AN APPROVED PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT TO ELIMINATE ONE UNIT AND INSTALL A TRAILHEAD AT THE SOUTH END OF THE 6.37-ACRE DEVELOPMENT KNOWN AS "DAKOTA" LOCATED AT 1501 SOUTH BELARDO ROAD, ZONE PD-365, SECTION 22 (CASE 5.1310 PD-365 AMEND). (DN)

Motion to approve Continue to a date certain of May 10, 2017. Moved by Commissioner Lowe, seconded by Commissioner Middleton.

Vote to approve Continue to a date certain of May 10, 2017. (Approved)

3A. PARKER PALM SPRINGS II, LLC FOR AN APPEAL OF THE PLANNING DIRECTOR'S DECISION TO DENY A MINOR ARCHITECTURAL APPLICATION FOR A MOBILE KITCHEN FACILITY AT THE PARKER PALM SPRINGS HOTEL, LOCATED AT 4200 EAST PALM CANYON DRIVE, ZONE R-3/PD-58 (CASE 3.2451 MAA - APPEAL). (FF)

PLANNING COMMISSION REPORTS, REQUESTS AND COMMENTS:

None.

PLANNING DIRECTOR'S REPORT:

Staff reported the next couple of months (May - July) the Planning Commission meetings will be held at an off-site location (Convention Center and one meeting in June at the Airport).

ADJOURNMENT:

The Planning Commission adjourned at 5:54 pm to 1:30 pm, Wednesday, May 10, 2017, Convention Center, Primrose C, 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs.

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CALL TO ORDER:

Chair Calerdine called the meeting to order at 1:33 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 6:00 pm on Thursday, April 20, 2017).

ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA:

Planning Director Fagg reported that the applicant has requested to withdraw Item 3A. Staff requested Item 3D be moved to the beginning of the Unfinished Business section of the agenda.

PUBLIC COMMENTS:

Chair Calerdine opened public comments:

ROBERT STONE, spoke on Items 3B, 2B and 2C - spoke in favor of the proposed solar ordinance and requested approval of the Serena Villas project.

ROBIN ABRAHAMS, architect & resident, spoke in reference to Item 3D, commented that the downtown museum plan should not be replace an indoor downtown mall with an outdoor one but rather weave all the public spaces (streets, sidewalks and the park) together.

ELLEN LOCKERT, Climate Action Palm Springs, spoke about climate change and the importance of cutting greenhouse gas emissions. she requested approval of the propose solar ordinance.

DAVID FREEDMAN, Sustainability Commissioner, provided details on the proposed solar ordinance & study. Mr. Freedman stated that solar will be required Statewide on new construction starting in 2020; and noted that the Energy Commission is encouraging local governments to adopt local ordinances now to move toward the State's energy goals.

JOY BROWN MEREDITH, Mainstreet Palm Springs, spoke in favor of the Sign Ordinance (Item 2A) and feels there have been lots of compromises on both sides and requested approval. She also spoke in support of Serena Villas (Item 2B).

FRANK TYSEN, Historic Tennis Club Neighborhood, chairman, spoke in support of La Serena Villas (Items 2B); he feels the applicant has done lots of improvements and it will benefit the neighborhood.

JUDY DEERTRACK, expressed concern with the lack of time given to her during public comment at the study session when she has worked years on the study. She requested more time be given to the study and be open to other options and not resist it.

AFTAB DADA, Palm Springs Hospitality Association (representing the president) and PS Resorts, chairman, spoke in favor of Item 2B (La Serena Villas); he commented that the owners has poured lots of money into this hotel and noted that without the restaurant use this project will not be successful.

GRETCHEN GUTTIEREZ, Desert Valley Builders Assoc., CEO,(spoke in reference to Item 3B) spoke about the State mandate that will go into effect in 3 years; she indicated communication needs to continue on this matter.

There being no further speakers the public hearing was closed.

1. CONSENT CALENDAR:

Vice-Chair Weremuik requested Item 1B pulled from the Consent Calendar for dicussion.

1A. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: MARCH 22, 2017, APRIL 13, 2017 SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES,

lyn abstain on the minutes of 3/22

Motion to approve Approve with a correction to the minutes of March 22, 2017, as noted. Moved by Chair Calerdine, seconded by Vice-Chair Weremiuk.

Vote to approve Approve with a correction to the minutes of March 22, 2017, as noted. (Approved)

1B. 1875 NORTH PALM CANYON PARTNERS II, LLC (D/B/A TOVA HOTEL AND BEACH CLUB) REQUESTING A MAJOR ARCHITECTURAL APPLICATION FOR THE RENOVATION OF AN EXISTING HOTEL (FORMERLY THE GARDEN VISTA HOTEL) LOCATED AT 1875 NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE (CASE 3.0157 MAJ). (GM)

Associate Planner Mlaker provided an overview on the renovation of the proposed hotel and reported that the restaurant has been removed.

The Commission requested clarification on:
-Day use of the pool-including hours for music. (noise ordinance).

Commissioner Hudson commented that he supports the design of the project and realizes that parking continues to be an issue and use the pool continues to be important. He requested a condition be imposed to clean up the site and improve the fencing (looks direlic).

CHARLY ASSALY, Prestige Hospitality Management, CEO, (responded to questions from Commission) stated that the will comply with the noise ordinance;and confirmed that they will not have pool parties. He described the reduction in pool size; verified day use will be for hotel patrons only and monitoring of sound levels.

Commissioner Middleton encouraged the applicant to reach out to the Little Tuscany neighborhood.

Vice-Chair Weremiuk verified if the hours of speaker music from 10 am - 10 pm was acceptable to the applicant. (yes) She urged the applicant to be considerate of the bass sound that reverberates from the mountain.

Motion to approve

Approval subject to:

1. Site will be well maintained.
2. Time limit on music in the pool area from 10 am - 10 pm. (Staff will review approvals
for the Belardo Hotel- if necessary will make change adminstratively to the Conditions of Approval.)

Moved by Vice-Chair Weremiuk, seconded by Commissioner Donenfeld.

Vote to approve

Approval subject to:

1. Site will be well maintained.
2. Time limit on music in the pool area from 10 am - 10 pm. (Staff will review approvals
for the Belardo Hotel- if necessary will make change adminstratively to the Conditions of Approval.)

2. PUBLIC HEARINGS:

Items 2B and 2C were heard consecutively:

2B. LARS VIKLUND, OWNER, (D/B/A LA SERENA VILLAS) REQUESTING A VARIANCE TO ALLOW A RESTAURANT AS AN ACCESSORY USE TO A HOTEL WITH EIGHTEEN (18) GUEST ROOMS WHERE TWENTY (20) ROOMS ARE REQUIRED LOCATED AT 339 SOUTH BELARDO ROAD, ZONE R-3 (Case 6.548 VAR). (GM)

2C. LARS VIKLUND, OWNER, (D/B/A LA SERENA VILLAS) REQUESTING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO ALLOW A RESTAURANT AS AN ACCESSORY USE TO A HOTEL LOCATED AT 339 SOUTH BELARDO ROAD, ZONE R-3 (Case 5.1413 CUP). (GM)

Associate Planner Mlaker provided an overview on the proposed Variance to allow a restaurant, as an accessory use to a hotel with eighteen (18) guest rooms.

Commissioner Middleton verified if any of the rooms are multi-bedrooms. Staff confirmed that there are two rooms on the Cahuilla side that are two-bedrooms. Ms. Middleton commented said looking at the number of bedrooms as opposed to the number of rooms would be one way to address the problems with this hotel.

Chair Calerdine opened the public hearing:

MAY SUNG, project architect, provided background details on the hotel and parking, density, frontage; and their goal to preserve the neighborhood.

KELLY VIKLUND, owner, said they also own the Del Marcos (next door) and have acquired the Cally Lilly (across the street); noting that one of the major functions to have the restaurant is to serve the guests of the three hotels.

OLIVIA PRESCOTT, La Serena Villas, general manager, reiterated had the property been grandfathered in the owners would not have been required to reduce the number of units to accommodate parking.

KARL KRUGER, (has managed hotels from 10 - 1200 rooms) thinks bringing the food and beverage along with the rooms is necessary and encouraged the Commission to support this project.

DICK BURKETT, (preservationist & hotel management background) said the success of this property is greatly enhanced when they can deliver the high expectation of services to the guests. He and on behalf of Gary Johns, HSPB Chair, are both in support of allowing the restaurant.

MICHAEL BRAUN, said hotel guests want to engage with the community to have an authentic experience; and spoke in support of the restaurant.

TOM DOCZI, TKD & Associates, (landscape for La Serena Villas), said all the idea was to bring back the Palm Springs charm; and believes adding the food services will be an additional service to a fine project.

There being no further speakers the public hearing was closed.

Planning Director Fagg asked the applicant if they are able to separately key Villa 6 and 6A.

KELLY VICKLUND responded yes.

Planning Director Fagg said if this is the case they would have a 20 room hotel in which the Variance is not necessary. He would like to meet on-site with the applicant to verify this requirement can be met.

Vice-Chair Weremik requested staff start the process to start a zone text amendment for a different process.

Motion to approve Continue to a date certain of May 10, 2017. Moved by Vice-Chair Weremiuk, seconded by Commissioner Lowe.

Vote to approve Continue to a date certain of May 10, 2017. (Approved)

A recess was taken at 3:03 pm.

The meeting resumed at 3:16 pm.

2D. STACY'S @ PALM SPRINGS FOR A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT (CUP) AND A LAND USE PERMIT (LUP) TO ESTABLISH AND OPERATE A BAR / COCKTAIL LOUNGE AT AN EXISTING MULTI-TENANT BUILDING LOCATED AT 220 EAST ARENAS ROAD, ZONE CBD (CASE NOS. 5.1415 CUP & LUP 17-015). (ER)

Principal Planner Robertson provided an overview on the proposed request to operate a bar/cocktail lounge as outlined in the staff report.

Chair Calerdine opened the public hearing:

STACY LOUIS, applicant, said he is going to this open business as a quiet piano bar and music will be turned off at 10 pm.

MELVIN FRANK, said he owns three bars in the area and has no objections to this request.

There being no further speakers the public hearing was closed.

Motion to approve Approve with conditions. Moved by Commissioner Donenfeld, seconded by Vice-Chair Weremiuk.

Vote to approve Approve with conditions. (Approved)

2E. CIOFFI ARCHITECT, ON BEHALF OF DESERT TIRES AND WHEEL FOR A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT (CUP) TO OPERATE A TIRE AND WHEEL STORE AT AN EXISTING MULTI-TENANT BUILDING LOCATED AT 3800 EAST VISTA CHINO, #1, ZONE M-1-P, (CASE 5.1414-CUP) (ER).

Principal Planner Robertson presented the proposed request to operate a tire and wheel store as outlined in the staff report.

Vice-Chair Weremiuk noted concern with traffic (heading east) making a U-turn at the signal and people running a red light at the intersection. She questioned if there is there mitigation for a higher volume tire store that can be imposed on this project.

Planning Director Fagg clarified that the proposed use is not going to generate additional traffic above and beyond what was originally anticipated when the structure was built.

Vice-Chair Weremiuk disclosed that she attended the One PS Escena Neighborhood meeting and this issue was discussed by other people.

Chair Calerdine opened the public hearing:

JIM CIOFFI, original architect, explained this use will not increase traffic and thinks inappropriate to impose a requirement for people running a red light at this intersection.

GREGG MANDINACH, property owner, said the red signal light has an arrow and does not see a problem. He noted that the prior business was much busier with delivery trucks going in and out.

There being no further speakers the public hearing was closed.

Motion to approve Approve with conditions. Moved by Commissioner Donenfeld, seconded by Commissioner Hirschbein.

Vote to approve Approve with conditions. (Approved)

This Item was heard out of order.

3D. PALM SPRINGS PROMENADE, LLC FOR AN AMENDMENT TO THE APPROVED LANDSCAPE AND HARDSCAPE PLANS FOR DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS WITHIN THE DOWNTOWN PALM SPRINGS SPECIFIC PLAN LOCATED GENERALLY AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF PALM CANYON DRIVE AND TAHQUITZ CANYON WAY, ZONE CBD (CASE NOS. 5.1290 PD-361, 3.3605 MAJ, 3.3606 MAJ, 3.3607 MAJ, 3.3908 MAJ AND 3.3948 MAJ). (DN)

Associate Planner Newell provided an overview on the modifications made to the proposed landscape and hardscape plans as outlined in the staff report.

MICHAEL BRAUN, applicant, said they would come back to a later time for review of the shade structure design and fountains. He suggested the subcommittee formed of the City Council and Planning Commission and the Arts Commission. Mr. Braun addressed questions from the Commission.

TOM DOCZI, TKD & Associates, project landscape architect, said all the hardscape and landscape plans have been updated with most of what was originally approved with the first approval two years ago. He explained that there were additional landscape areas and widen areas to break up the linear line on Palm Canyon. He said planting was re-naturalized along Palm Canyon and described the plantings on Museum Way.

IVAN ORTIZ, TKD & Associates, addressed Commission's questions on the landscape and hardscape plans pertaining to: shade study (roof overhangs), benches, misting system, paving material, public seating and dining areas,

JEANETTE FRANCO, TKD & Associates, described the outdoor furnishings, placement of the hardscape elements and landscape design on the plans.

1. Misters under the shade tree - applicant should be maintain. in the hot weather - on the trees - unless provided by a private business. on palm canyon 2. block A 3. block b - smaller planters. 4. all trash receptacles include recycable. subcommittee - cleaning schedule. maintain @ 1st class destination. 4 total bike paths. 2 fountain designs w/ subcommittee placement of bollards. design of shade structures. signage to subcommittee. tree types on museum way - meeting with mark rios.

Motion to approve Recommend conditional approval to City Council subject to:

1. Misters shall be installed under the shade structures, applicant to maintain areas and non-private areas (restaurants), unless provided by the adjacent business.
2. Block A - hanging plants over planting boxes.
3. All trash containers to have recycling bins.
4. Cleaning schedule to be reviewed by subcommittee.
5. Furniture presented today to be incorporated in approved exhibits.
6. Both water feature designs (to incorporate public art) by subcommittee.
7. Bollards on Main Street by subcommittee.
8. All shade structures along NPCD (to incorporate public art) by subcommittee.
9. Signage - directional, wayfinding by subcommittee.
10. Shade trees along Museum Way to be reviewed Park Designer/Architect.
11. Recommend seating area down north side of building on Block A. Moved by Vice-Chair Weremiuk, seconded by Commissioner Donenfeld.

Vote to approve Recommend conditional approval to City Council subject to:

1. Misters shall be installed under the shade structures, applicant to maintain areas and non-private areas (restaurants), unless provided by the adjacent business.
2. Block A - hanging plants over planting boxes.
3. All trash containers to have recycling bins.
4. Cleaning schedule to be reviewed by subcommittee.
5. Furniture presented today to be incorporated in approved exhibits.
6. Both water feature designs (to incorporate public art) by subcommittee.
7. Bollards on Main Street by subcommittee.
8. All shade structures along NPCD (to incorporate public art) by subcommittee.
9. Signage - directional, wayfinding by subcommittee.
10. Shade trees along Museum Way to be reviewed Park Designer/Architect.
11. Recommend seating area down north side of building on Block A. (Approved)

3. UNFINISHED BUSINESS:

3C. MG2 FOR AN ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW APPLICATION AND A LAND USE PERMIT TO REVIEW THE STOREFRONT DESIGN AND OUTDOOR SEATING SPACE FOR A PROPOSED TOMMY BAHAMA RESTAURANT LOCATED WITHIN BLOCK C OF THE DOWNTOWN PALM SPRINGS SPECIFIC PLAN AT 111 NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE, SUITE 150, ZONE CBD (CASE 3.4014 MAA & LUP 17-017). (DN)

Associate Planner Newell provided an overview on the storefront design and outdoor seating space for the proposed Tommy Bahama Restaurant.

Commissioner Lowe commented that this outdoor seating is not public seating area because the restaurant comes out and takes up 1/2 of the planter space.

Vice-Chair Weremiuk said she supports the staff's recommendation and thinks it should go back for redesign. The number of seats are triple from the indoor seating. The seating outside needs to be pushed back.

Commissioner Middleton supports outdoor dining; however, it is pushed out too far in particular to where the tree area was supposed to be.

Commissioner Hirschbein noted that there is twice as much exterior dining than interior. He likes the umbrellas with the integral lighting, misting & heating, exterior furniture and bar. However, he thinks the ratio needs to be adjusted for the exterior seating.

Commissioner Hudson said he likes the design; however, he expressed concern with the tree location; noting that it needs to be moved back to its original location. He said area was designated as a public plaza.

Commissioner Donenfeld is not certain where the tree should go and agrees adjustments should be made. He noted that Tommy Bahama's model is more exterior seating and questioned City Council's direction on this matter.

FRANK KENNARD, Tommy Bahama, director of store design, spoke about this model being tailored to the outdoor pedestrian experience.

Commissioner Hirschbein commented that the tree is in a different location from the approved landscape plan.

Commissioner Hudson concurred the location of the tree has moved and feels strongly that it affects the ADA ramp.

1. re-draw plans. lyn likes the restaurant coming out to the sidewalk. lm, love the architecture, the seating 1. to add the tree in the appropriate location.

Motion to approve Continue to a date certain of May 10, 2017 with direction to the applicant to revise the plans to include:

1. The location of the raised planter near the corner be consistent with the approved hardscape/landscape plans for the overall downtown project. Moved by Vice-Chair Weremiuk, seconded by Commissioner Lowe.

Vote to approve Continue to a date certain of May 10, 2017 with direction to the applicant to revise the plans to include:

1. The location of the raised planter near the corner be consistent with the approved hardscape/landscape plans for the overall downtown project. (Approved)

3B. RECEIVE A REPORT FROM THE SUSTAINABILITY COMMISSION RELATING TO A PROPOSED MANDATORY REQUIREMENT FOR THE INSTALLATION OF SOLAR SYSTEMS FOR RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION. (FF)

Vice-Chair Weremiuk said she supports the solar ordinance and did research with the largest solar builder who said 100% of the purchasers bought the solar package. She left the Council Chamber at 5:43 pm for the remainder of the meeting.

Planning Director Fagg provided background information on the proposed solar ordinance.

Commissioner Middleton said one of the biggest hurdles they faced was trying to carve out some measure that would allow homes that go from affordable to non-affordable because of solar to have an exemption - by price and square footage. Ultimately, they came up with a process that allows a developer to come in and appeal to the Building Codes Appeals Board for an exemption on their project based on three criteria. Ms. Middleton said one of the biggest steps is that they are requiring that major remodels include solar.

Chair Calerdine said supports the proposed ordinance; however, he still has reservations overt the affordability issues and does not see this information. He recalled when he purchased his first house and scraping enough money just to buy the house. He requested a note to the City Council that they remain concern about the impact on affordability.

Commissioner Donenfeld said we are in the forefront of a major change statewide and Palm Springs should be a leader in this area. He is concerned about affordability but supports the framework as proposed.

Motion to approve Receive the report and forward a recommendation to the City Council. Moved by Commissioner Middleton, seconded by Chair Calerdine.

Vote to approve Receive the report and forward a recommendation to the City Council. (Approved)

2A. CITY OF PALM SPRINGS FOR A ZONE TEXT AMENDMENT TO AMEND SECTION 91.00.10 AND SECTIONS 93.20.00 THROUGH 93.20.11, AND TO ADD SECTION 93.20.12 TO THE PALM SPRINGS ZONING CODE (PSZC) RELATIVE TO THE CITY’S SIGN ORDINANCE (CASE 5.1416 ZTA). (FF)

Motion to approve Continue to a date certain of May 10, 2017. Moved by Chair Calerdine, seconded by Commissioner Donenfeld.

Vote to approve Continue to a date certain of May 10, 2017. (Approved)

3E. DAKOTA PS, LLC REQUESTING AN AMENDMENT TO AN APPROVED PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT TO ELIMINATE ONE UNIT AND INSTALL A TRAILHEAD AT THE SOUTH END OF THE 6.37-ACRE DEVELOPMENT KNOWN AS "DAKOTA" LOCATED AT 1501 SOUTH BELARDO ROAD, ZONE PD-365, SECTION 22 (CASE 5.1310 PD-365 AMEND). (DN)

Motion to approve Continue to a date certain of May 10, 2017. Moved by Commissioner Lowe, seconded by Commissioner Middleton.

Vote to approve Continue to a date certain of May 10, 2017. (Approved)

3A. PARKER PALM SPRINGS II, LLC FOR AN APPEAL OF THE PLANNING DIRECTOR'S DECISION TO DENY A MINOR ARCHITECTURAL APPLICATION FOR A MOBILE KITCHEN FACILITY AT THE PARKER PALM SPRINGS HOTEL, LOCATED AT 4200 EAST PALM CANYON DRIVE, ZONE R-3/PD-58 (CASE 3.2451 MAA - APPEAL). (FF)

PLANNING COMMISSION REPORTS, REQUESTS AND COMMENTS:

None.

PLANNING DIRECTOR'S REPORT:

Staff reported the next couple of months (May - July) the Planning Commission meetings will be held at an off-site location (Convention Center and one meeting in June at the Airport).

ADJOURNMENT:

The Planning Commission adjourned at 5:54 pm to 1:30 pm, Wednesday, May 10, 2017, Convention Center, Primrose C, 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs.

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