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HomeMy WebLinkAboutARCH REV - RES NO 1035RESOLUTION NO. 1035 A RESOLUTION OF THE ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITTEE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A MINOR ARCHITECTURAL APPLICATION TO CONSTRUCT A 609-SQUARE-FOOT DETACHED ACCESSORY STRUCTURE AND A TERRACE AT AN EXISTING HILLSIDE SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1655 RIDGEMORE DRIVE (APN: 686-412-003), ZONE R-1-C, SECTION 1 (CASE AR-2023- 0073). THE ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITTEE FINDS AND DETERMINES AS FOLLOWS: A. Brandon Riker, Owner ("Applicant"), filed an application with the City, pursuant to Palm Springs. Zoning_ Code (PSZC) Sections 94.04.00 (architectural review) and 93.13.00 (hillside development) for construction of a 609-square-foot detached accessory structure and a terrace at an existing hillside single-family residence located at 1655 Ridgemore Drive ("the Project"). B. On September 6, 2023, City staff notified the owners of properties immediately adjacent to the Project site of the scheduling of an Architectural Review Committee meeting to consider the subject application, pursuant to PSZC 93.13.00 (13,1,c). C. On September 18, 2023, the City's Architectural Review Committee held a public meeting in accordance with applicable public law. At said meeting, the Architectural Review Committee carefully reviewed and considered all of the evidence presented in connection with the Project, including, but not limited to, the staff report, and all written and oral testimony presented. THE ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITTEE RESOLVES: Section 1: The construction of the proposed detached accessory structure and terrace is considered a project pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA): The Architectural Review Committee has evaluated the Project pursuant to CEQA and determined it to be Categorically Exempt from further analysis under CEQA Guidelines Section 15303(a) (Class 3, New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures). Section 2: As demonstrated in the staff report, the Project conforms to the Architectural Guidelines of PSZC Sections 93.13.00 ("hillside development") and 94.04.00 ("architectural review") as conditioned. Section 3: Based upon the foregoing, the Architectural Review Committee hereby approves Case AR-2023-0073, for the construction of a 609-square-foot detached accessory structure and a terrace at an existing hillside single-family residence located at 1655 Ridgemore Drive, subject to the conditions of approval attached herein as Exhibit A. Architectural Review Committee Resolution No. 1035 Case AR-2023-0073 —1655 Ridgemore Drive ADOPTED this 18th day of September 2023. AYES: DOCZI, THOMPSON, POEHLEIN, MCCOY, WALSH NOES:NONE ABSENT: JAKWAY ATTEST: Christopher Hadwin Director of Planning Services September 18, 2023 Page 2 of 2 CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA RESOLUTION NO. 1035 EXHIBIT A Case AR-2023-0073 Riker Residence (Hillside Addition) 1655 Ridgemore Drive (APN: 686-412-003) September 18, 2023 CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL Before final acceptance of the project, all conditions listed below shall be completed to the satisfaction of the City Engineer, Planning Services Director, Building Official, the Chief of Police, the Fire Chief or their designee, depending on which department recommended the condition. Any agreements, easements or covenants required to be entered into shall be in a form approved by the City Attorney. ADMINISTRATIVE CONDITIONS ADM 1. Project Description. This approval is for the project described per Case AR-2023-0073 except as modified by the conditions below. ADM 2. Reference Documents. The site shall be developed and maintained in accordance with the approved plans, which include site plans, architectural elevations, exterior materials and colors, landscaping, and grading on file in the Department of Planning Services except as modified by the conditions below. ADM 3. Conform to all Codes and Regulations. The project shall conform to the conditions contained herein, all applicable regulations of the Palm Springs Zoning Ordinance, Municipal Code, and any other City County, State and Federal Codes, ordinances, resolutions and laws that may apply. ADM 4. Minor Deviations. The Director of Planning Services or designee may approve minor deviations to the project description and approved plans in accordance with the provisions of the Palm Springs Zoning Code. Resolution No 1035 Exhibit A Case AR-2023-0073 September 18, 2023 Page 2 of 9 ADM 5. Indemnification. The owner shall defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the City of Palm Springs, its agents, officers, and employees from any claim, action, or proceeding against the City of Palm Springs or its agents, officers or employees to attach, set aside, void or annul, an approval of the City of Palm Springs, its legislative body, advisory agencies, or administrative officers concerning Case AR-2023-0073. The City of Palm Springs will promptly notify the applicant of any such claim, action, or proceeding against the City of Palm Springs and the applicant will either undertake defense of the matter and pay the City's associated legal costs or will advance funds to pay for defense of the matter by the City Attorney. If the City of Palm Springs fails to promptly notify the applicant of any such claim, action or proceeding or fails to cooperate fully in the defense, the applicant shall not, thereafter, be responsible to defend, indemnify, or hold harmless the City of Palm Springs. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the City retains the right to settle or abandon the matter without the applicant's consent but should it do so, the City shall -waive. -the indemnification herein, except, the City's___ decision to settle or abandon a matter following an adverse judgment or failure to appeal, shall not cause a waiver of the indemnification rights herein. ADM 6. Time Limit on Approval. Approval of this Minor Architectural application shall be valid for a period of two (2) years from the effective date of the approval. Extensions of time may be granted by the Planning Commission upon demonstration of good cause. PLANNING DEPARTMENT CONDITIONS PLN 1. Pad Elevations. Final building pad elevations shall not vary more than 12 inches above or below the pad elevation established by the approved preliminary grading plan and / or tentative map. Any deviations from this provision shall require approval by the Planning Commission. PLN 2. (REVISED) Outdoor Lighting Fixture Installation. Should the applicant decide to install outdoor lighting fixture as a part of this project, such an activity shall conform to the regulations of the City's Outdoor Lighting Standards (PSZC Section 93.21.00) subject to review and approval via a Building Permit application. Outdoor lighting shall be reviewed by staff. PLN 3. (ADDED) Stairs. The stairs leading to the terrace shall be better integrated into the site's topography and existing conditions. PLN 4. (ADDED) Roof Color. The color of the roof shall be tan, not white. Resolution No 1035 Exhibit A September 18, 2023 Case AR-2023-0073 Page 3 of 9 BUILDING & SAFETY DEPARTMENT CONDITIONS The following standard Building & Safety conditions of approval are applicable to this Project: BLDG 1. Prior to any construction on -site, all appropriate permits must be secured. ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT CONDITIONS APPLICATION FOR APPROVAL OF A CASITA ADDITION LOCATED AT 1655 RIDGEMORE DRIVE, (APN 686-412-003), SECTION 1, TOWNSHIP 5 S, RANGE 4 E, S.B.M., CASE NO. AR-2023-0073, ENG. FILE NO.4811. The Engineering Services Department recommends that if this application is approved, such approval is subject to the following conditions being completed in- compliance with City standards and ordinances. Before final acceptance of the project, all conditions listed below shall be completed to the satisfaction of the City Engineer. All Grading Plans, Improvement Plans, Required Studies and Documents listed below, must be submitted to Engineering Services Department for review and approval. STREETS ENG 1. Any improvements within the public right-of-way require a City of Palm Springs Encroachment Permit. All improvements are subject to inspection and a 48-hour inspection notification is required. ENG 2. A Road and Bridge Impact Fee of $2,704 per single family residential unit; as well as a Fire Station Fee of $469.00 per acre for single family residential units and $1,875 per multi -family residential units shall be paid (or as may be adjusted annually) in accordance with Chapter 9.69.040 and 9.69.060 of the Palm Springs Municipal Code, shall be paid prior to issuance of a building permit. ENG 3. Provide proposed finish floor elevations of all proposed structures, existing structures on site, and all adjacent off -site structures. Provide proposed on -site drainage flow designs. This information required prior to site plan approval. Resolution No 1035 Exhibit A September 18, 2023 Case AR-2023-0073 Page 4 of 9 RIDGEMORE DRIVE ENG 4. All broken or off grade street improvements along the project frontage shall be repaired or replaced. SANITARY SEWER ENG 5. All sanitary facilities shall be connected to the public sewer system. The existing sewer service to the property shall be used for new sanitary facilities. New laterals shall not be connected at manholes. GRADING ENG 6. Submit a Precise Grading Plan prepared by a California licensed civil engineer to the Engineering Services Department for review and approval. If the overall project grading volumes are less than 50 cubic yards and the project does not involve a hillside lot as defined by City of Palm Springs Zoning Code 93.13.00, then the plan does not need to be prepared by a licensed professional unless determined otherwise by the City Engineer. The plan shall be approved by the City Engineer prior to grading permit issuance. a. A Fugitive Dust Control Plan shall be prepared by the applicant and/or its grading contractor and submitted to the Engineering Services Department for review and approval. The applicant and/or its grading contractor shall be required to comply with Chapter 8.50 of the City of Palm Springs Municipal Code, and shall be required to utilize one or more "Coachella Valley Best Available Control Measures" as identified in the Coachella Valley Fugitive Dust Control Handbook for each fugitive dust source such that the applicable performance standards are met. The applicant's or its contractor's Fugitive Dust Control Plan shall be prepared by staff that has completed the South Coast Air Quality Management District (AQMD) Coachella Valley Fugitive Dust Control Class. The applicant and/or its grading contractor shall provide the Engineering Services Department with current and valid Certificate(s) of Completion from AQMD for staff that have completed the required training. For information on attending a Fugitive Dust Control Class and information on the Coachella Valley Fugitive Dust Control Handbook and related "PM10" Dust Control issues. please contact AQMD at (909) 396-3752, or at http://www.AQMD.gov. A Fugitive Dust Control Plan, in conformance with the Coachella Valley Fugitive Dust Control Handbook. shall be submitted to and approved by the Engineering Services Department prior to approval of the Grading plan. Resolution No 1035 Exhibit A Case AR-2023-0073 September 18, 2023 Page 5 of 9 b. The first submittal of the Grading Plan shall include the following information: a copy of final approved conformed copy of Conditions of Approval; a copy of a final approved conformed copy of the Site Plan; a copy of current Title Report; a copy of Soils Report. ENG 7. In accordance with an approved PM-10 Dust Control Plan, temporary dust control perimeter fencing shall be installed at the limits of grading and/or disturbed areas. Fencing shall have screening that is tan in color; green screening will not be allowed. Temporary dust control perimeter fencing shall be installed after issuance of Grading Permit and immediately prior to commencement of grading operations. ENG 8. Temporary dust control perimeter fence screening shall be appropriately maintained, as required by the City Engineer. Cuts (vents) made into the perimeter fence screening shall not be allowed. Perimeter fencing shall be adequately anchored into the ground to resist wind loading. ENG 9. Within 10 days of ceasing all construction activity and when construction activities are not scheduled to occurfor at least 30 days, the disturbed areas on -site shall be permanently stabilized, in accordance with Palm Springs Municipal Code Section 8.50.022. Following stabilization of all disturbed areas, perimeter fencing shall be removed, as required by the City Engineer. ENG 10. Drainage swales shall be provided adjacent to all curbs and sidewalks to keep nuisance water from entering the public streets, roadways, or gutters. ENG 11. In accordance with City of Palm Springs Municipal Code, Section 8.50.022 (h), the applicant shall post with the City a cash bond of eight hundred dollars ($800) (if there is disturbance of 5,000 square feet or more) at the time of issuance of grading permit for mitigation measures for erosion/blowsand relating to this property and development. ENG 12. A Geotechnical/Soils Report prepared by a California registered Geotechnical Engineer shall be required for and incorporated as an integral part of the grading plan for the proposed development. A copy of the Geotechnical/Soils Report shall be submitted to the Engineering Services Department with the first submittal of a grading plan. (if required) ENG 13. The applicant shall provide all necessary geotechnical/soils inspections and testing in accordance with the Geotechnical/Soils Report prepared for the project. All backfill, compaction, and other earthwork shown on the approved grading plan shall be certified by a California registered geotechnical or civil engineer, certifying that all grading was performed in accordance with the Geotechnical/Soils Report prepared for the project. Documentation of all compaction and other soils testing are to be Resolution No 1035 Exhibit A Case AR-2023-0073 September 18, 2023 Page 6 of 9 provided even though there may not be a_grading plan for the project. Prior to issuance of Building Permits. ENG 14. The applicant shall provide Grading Certification for all building (or structure) pads in conformance with the approved grading plan to the Engineering Services Department for review and approval prior to issuance of Building Permits. ENG 15. In cooperation with the California Agricultural Commissioner and the California Department of Food and Agriculture Red Imported Fire Ant Project, applicants for grading permits involving a grading plan and involving the export of soil will be required to present a clearance document from a Department of Food and Agriculture representative in the form of an approved "Notification of Intent To Move Soil From or Within Quarantined Areas of Orange, Riverside, and Los Angeles Counties" (Revised - RIFA Form CA-1) prior to approval of the Grading Plan (if required). The California Department of Food and Agriculture office is located at 6819 East Gage Avenue, Commerce, CA 90040 (Phone (760) 782-3271, (562) 505-6415), Sonia. OranCD_cdfa.ca.gov. DRAINAGE ENG 16. All stormwater runoff across the property shall be accepted and conveyed in a manner acceptable to the City Engineer and released to an approved drainage system. Stormwater runoff may not be released directly to the adjacent streets without first intercepting and treating with approved Best Management Practices (BMPs). ENG 17. The applicant shall accept and convey all stormwater runoff across the property and conduct the runoff to an approved drainage structure. On -site retention may be allowed on that portion of the property where historically, stormwater runoff is conveyed. All on -site grade slopes shall not be less than 0.5%. If onsite retention is utilized, retention basin calculations shall be provided to the City Engineer. This information required priorto site plan approval. GENERAL ENG 18. Any utility trenches or other excavations within existing asphalt concrete pavement of off -site streets required by the proposed development shall be backfilled and repaired in accordance with City of Palm Springs Standard Drawing No. 115. ENG 19. All proposed utility lines shall be installed underground. Resolution No 1035 Exhibit A September 18, 2023 Case AR-2023-0073 Page 7 of 9 ENG 20. All existing utilities shall be shown on the improvement plans if required for the project. The existing and proposed service laterals shall be shown from the main line to the property line. ENG 21. Upon approval of any improvement plan (if required) by the City Engineer, the improvement plan shall be provided to the City in digital format, consisting of a DWG (AutoCAD drawing filetype) and PDF (Adobe Acrobat document filetype) formats. Variation of the type and format of the digital data to be submitted to the City may be authorized, upon prior approval by the City Engineer. ENG 22. The original improvement plans prepared for the proposed development and approved by the City Engineer (if required) shall be documented with record drawing "as -built' information and returned to the Engineering Services Department prior to issuance of a final certificate of occupancy. Any modifications or changes to approved improvement _plans shall _ be submitted to the City Engineer for approval prior to construction. ENG 23. Nothing shall be constructed or planted in the corner cut-off area of any driveway which does or will exceed the height required to maintain an appropriate sight distance per City of Palm Springs Zoning Code Section 93.02.00, D. ENG 24. All proposed trees within the public right-of-way and within 10 feet of the public sidewalk and/or curb shall have City approved deep root barriers installed in accordance with City of Palm Springs Standard Drawing No. 904. TRAFFIC ENG 25. All damaged, destroyed, or modified pavement legends, traffic control devices, signing, striping, and streetlights, associated with the proposed development shall be replaced as required by the City Engineer prior to issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy. ENG 26. Construction signing, lighting and barricading shall be provided during all phases of construction as required by City Standards or as directed by the City Engineer. As a minimum, all construction signing, lighting and barricading shall be in accordance with Part 6 "Temporary Traffic Control' of the California Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (CAMUTCD), dated November 7, 2014, or subsequent editions in force at the time of construction. Resolution No 1035 Exhibit A September 18, 2023 Case AR-2023-0073 Page 8 of 9 ENG 27. This property is subject to the Transportation Uniform Mitigation Fee which shall be paid prior to issuance of building permit. FIRE DEPARTMENT CONDITIONS FID 1. These Fire Department conditions may not provide all requirements. Owner/developer is responsible for all applicable state and locally adopted fire codes. Detailed plans are still required for review. Conditions are subject to final plan check and review. FID 2. Fire Department Conditions were based on the 2022 California Fire Code as adopted by City of Palm Springs, Palm Springs Municipal Code, PSFD Appendix "T" Development Requirements. This building will require fire sprinklers. _ FID 3. Conditions of Approval — "Conditions of Approval' received from the Palm Springs Planning Department must be submitted with each plan set. Failure to submit will result in a delay of plan approval. FID 4. Plans and Permits: Permits and scaled drawings are required for this project. Plan reviews can take up to 20 working days. Submit a minimum of three (3) sets of drawings for review. Upon approval, the Fire Prevention Bureau will retain one set. Plans shall be submitted to: City of Palm Springs Building and Safety Department 3200 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way Palm Springs, CA 92262 Counter Hours: 8:00 AM — 6:00 PM, Monday — Thursday A deposit for Plan Check and Inspection Fees is required at the time of Plan Submittal. These fees are established by Resolution of the Palm Springs City Council. Complete listings and manufacturer's technical data sheets for all system materials shall be included with plan submittals. All system materials shall be UL listed or FM approved for fire protection service and approved by the Fire Prevention Bureau prior to installation. Resolution No 1035 Exhibit A Case AR-2023-0073 September 18, 2023 Page 9 of 9 Plans shall include all necessary engineering features, including all hydraulic reference nodes, pipe lengths and pipe diameters as required by the appropriate codes and standards. Plans and supporting data, (calculations and manufacturers technical data sheets) including fire flow data, shall be submitted with each plan submittal. Complete and accurate legends for all symbols and abbreviations shall be provided on the plans. FID 5. Access During Construction: Access for firefighting equipment shall be provided to the immediate job site at the start of construction and maintained until all construction is complete. Fire apparatus access roads shall have an unobstructed width of not less than 24 feet and an unobstructed vertical clearance of not less than 13'-6". Fire Department access roads shall have an all-weather driving surface and support a minimum weight of 73,000 lbs. FID 6. Required access: Exterior doors and openings required by this code, or the California Building Code shall be maintained readily accessible for emergency access by the fire department. An approved access walkway leading from fire apparatus access roads to exterior openings shall be provided when required by the fire code official. FID 7. Residential Smoke Alarms Required: Shall be interconnected so that operation of any smoke alarm or fire sprinkler flow switch causes all smoke alarms within the dwelling & guest house to sound and activate the exterior horn/strobe. END OF CONDITIONS