HomeMy WebLinkAbout24768RESOLUTION NO. 24768
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING
A MINOR ARCHITECTURAL APPLICATION (CASE NO.
3.4166 MAA) TO RE -PAINT AND INSTALL WINDOW
TREATMENTSATA PROPOSED CANNABIS DISPENSARY
& LOUNG LOCATED AT 757 SOUTH WILLIAMS ROAD.
THE CITY COUNCIL FINDS AND DETERMINES AS FOLLOWS:
A. Ash's First, LLC ("Applicant") has filed a Minor Architectural application (Case
3.4166 MAA) with the City pursuant to Section 94.04.00 (Architectural Review) of the
Palm Springs Zoning Code (PSZC) for minor exterior enhancements to a proposed
cannabis dispensary and lounge occupying approximately 2,400-square feet of space
within a multi -tenant property at 757 South Williams Road (APN 680-160-018),
Zone M-1. (This application is referred herein as the "Project".)
B. On June 15, 2020, the Architectural Advisory Committee reviewed the proposed
Project and voted unanimously to recommend approval.
C. Due to the Project involving a cannabis dispensary and lounge, the City Council
shall review and make a decision on this Project, in accordance with Section
93.23.15(F)(3) of the Zoning Code.
D. On June 25, 2020, the City Council held a regularly scheduled meeting and
reviewed the Project in accordance with applicable law, and carefully considered all of
the evidence presented in connection the Project, including but not limited to the staff
report and all written and oral testimony presented.
E. The proposed Project is considered a "project" pursuant to the terms of the
California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA"), and has been determined to be
Categorically Exempt as a Class 1 exemption (Existing Facilities) pursuant to Section
15301 of the CEQA Guidelines, because the project involves minor alterations to an
existing building.
F. Pursuant to Section 94.04.00(D) of the Palm Springs Zoning Code, the
City Council finds:
The City Council has examined the material submitted with the architectural approval
application and has examined specific aspects of the design and determined the
proposed development will (1) provide desirable environment for its occupants; (2) is
compatible with the character of adjacent and surrounding developments, and (3)
aesthetically it is of good composition, materials, textures and colors. The City
Council's evaluation is based on consideration of the following:
1. Site layout, orientation, location of structures and relationship to one another and
to open spaces and topography. Definition of pedestrian and vehicular areas; i.e.,
sidewalks as distinct from parking lot areas.
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(Existing, no changes proposed.)
2. Harmonious relationship with existing and proposed adjoining developments and
in the context of the immediate neighborhood/community, avoiding both excessive
variety and monotonous repetition, but allowing similarity of style, if warranted;
(Existing, no changes proposed.)
3. Maximum height, area, setbacks and overall mass, as well as parts of any structure
(buildings, walls, screens, towers or signs) and effective concealment of all
mechanical equipment;
(Existing, no changes proposed.)
4. Building design, materials and colors to be sympathetic with desert surroundings;
The proposed colors will match the neutral beige and brown that exist on the building
and continue to be sympathetic to the natural colors found in the desert surroundings.
5. Harmony of materials, colors and composition of those elements of a structure,
including overhangs, roofs, and substructures which are visible simultaneously;
The building will be refreshed with new paint to match existing colors. Existing window
graphics will be removed and a new translucent film will be applied, eliminating the
appearance of window clutter and providing a clean storefront appearance that is
harmonious along the street.
6. Consistency of composition and treatment;
Building colors will be applied consistent with existing conditions.
7. Location and type of planting, with regard for desert climate conditions.
Preservation of specimen and landmark trees upon a site, with proper irrigation to
insure maintenance of all plant materials;
(Existing, no changes proposed.)
8. Signs and graphics, as understood in architectural design including materials and
colors.
Signage will be evaluated under separate application.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS DOES
HEREBY RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. That the findings and determinations reflected above are true and
correct, and are incorporated by this reference herein as the cause and foundation for the
action taken by and through this Resolution.
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SECTION 2. Based upon the foregoing, the City Council hereby approves the
Project, Case 3.4166 MAA, for minor exterior enhancements to a proposed cannabis
dispensary and lounge at 757 South Williams Road, subject to the Applicant installing an
interior partition wall between the entry door/lobby and lounge area to comply with Section
93.23.15(F)(6) of the Palm Springs Zoning Code regarding the visual screening of
smoking areas.
ADOPTED THIS 25TH DAY OF JUNE, 2020.
DAVID H. READY
CITY MANAGER
ATTEST:
/XTHONY
CITY CLEF
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CERTIFICATION
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE ) ss.
CITY OF PALM SPRINGS)
I, ANTHONY J. MEJIA, City Clerk of the City of Palm Springs, hereby certify that
Resolution No. 24768 is a full, true and correct copy, and was duly adopted at a regular
meeting of the City Council of the City of Palm Springs on June 25, 2020, by the following
vote:
AYES: Councilmembers Garner, Middleton, Woods, Mayor Pro Tern Holstege, and
Mayor Kors
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the official seal of the
City of Palm Springs, California, this day ofZ