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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1977/04/27 - MINUTES PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Council Chamber, City Hall April 27, 1977 1 :30 P.M. ROLL CALL Fiscal Year 1976 - 1977 Present Present Excused Absences Planning Commission This Meeting To Date To Date Vyola Ortner, Chairman x 19 1 Carrie Allan x 8 0 Stephen Chase x 17 3 Sig Ehrens x 19 1 Michael Harris x 7 0 Larry Lapham x 20 0 Staff Present Richard J. Smith, Director of Community Development John A. Mangione, City Planner Marvin D. Roos, City Planning Associate Gloria V. Fiore, Recording Secretary Architectural Advisory Committee - April 25, 1977 John Miller, Chairman Sigmund Ehrens Richard Harrison Hugh Kaptur Laszlo Sandor Chairman called the meeting to order at 1 :35 p.m. Approval of Minutes: The Planning Commission Minutes of April 13, 1977, draft distributed, were unanimously approved. April 27, 1977 PLANNNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Page 2 PUBLIC HEARINGS CASE 5.0004-PD-74 - Application by PACIFIC SOUTHWEST REALTY COMPANY for a Planned Development District to allow construction of a bank and park- ing facilities for Security Pacific National Bank on the south side of Andreas Road between Sunrise Way and Luring Drive, C-lAA and P Zones, Section 13. Commission response to written comments on draft Negative Declaration. No comments received. City Planner reviewed the various elevations, noting the large expanse of overhang that had been provided to compensate for the concern expressed with reference to exposing a lot of glass to critical sun areas of the building. The staff report was reviewed and the Commission was advised that notice had been sent to all property owners within four hundred feet of the proposed project, and that no additional letters had been received since those that had been read into the record at the last meeting. He advised that staff was recommending approval of the applica- tion for a Planned Development District subject to all conditions of the Development Committee and Architectural Advisory Committee. He noted that one of the conditions would require the bank employees to park on bank property. The Commissioners discussed the possibility of red curbing.- on the-south side of Arenas, the type of trash enclosures and what the City�s standards were with reference thereto, the signing of the exit from the parking lot, and the third lane which passed the drive up teller station and whether it should be kept as a pass through lane. City Planning Associate reviewed the type of sign scheme that had been proposed and outlined what could be done and the recommendations that had been made. Chairman declared the hearing open and the following person spoke from the a ence. Frank Gilbert, a representative from Security Pacific National Bank, reported that the recommendations that had been made by staff,� the Architectural Advisory Committee and the Development Committee had been reviewed and, generally speaking, they had no objections to any of the recommendations that had been made. He stated that he would not address himself to the proposed signing scheme as that was handled by the marketing department. In reply to a question by Commissioner Ehrens he reported that there would be from five to a maximum of ten employees. He advised that they were anxious to start the project and that he would be glad to answer any questions that the Commissioners might have. April 27, 1977 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Page 3 PUBLIC HEARINGS - Continued CASE 5.0004-PD-74 - Continued There being no further appearances the hearing-was closed. Following discussion, motion was made by Ehrens, seconddd by Allan , and unanimously carried, that a Negative Declaration be filed and recommending approval of the application subject to the following conditions: 1 . That all conditions of the Development Committeeedated March 15 and April 19, 1977 be met. 2. That all conditions of the Architectural Advisory Committee dated April 25, 1977 are to be met. 3. That bank employees shall be required to park within the bank's off- street parking lot. 4. That the third lane which passes the drive up teller window be re- tained as a pass through lane. April 27, 1977 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Page 4 PUBLIC HEARINGS - Continued CASE 5.0007 - Initiation by the CITY OF PALM SPRINGS to amend the General Plan Street Plan to eliminate the Belardo Road crossover between North Palm Canyon Drive and Belardo Road, and to eliminate Jacaranda Road as a collector street between Araby Drive and Barona Road. Commission response to written comments on draft Negative Declaration. No comments.received. The location of the two streets in question were located on the aerial photograph and City Planner explained that Jacaranda was on the General Plan as a collector street and theBelairi Road crossover was a street proposed on the General Plan thatwwould take vehicles from North Palm Canyon Drive over to Belardo Road. Xerox copies of the General Plan showing the location of Jacaranda were reviewed by the Commission and City Planner advised that the existing situation was that in 1973 the area had been redesignated from a maximum density of 6 units per acre down to 2 units per acre, that the south side of Jacaranda had been developed some years ago with approximately 23 condominium units while the other side was relatively vacant with only a few houses, and that when developed it would be with 15,000 sq. ft. lots. The Commission was informed that aftervreviieWingL the,liaddnden:-srity 'and .proposed traffic volumes anticipated, staff was recommending that Jacaranda be eliminated as a collector street. With reference to the Belardo Road crossover, City Planner reviewed and explained a Xerox copy of the General Plan showing the location of the street, a Council resolution regarding the precise alignment, a map showing the precise alignment and a T.O.P,I.C.S. report that had been prepared in early 1970 which concluded that the implementation of the project would involve a high expenditure for a small return. He reported that the DDAC had discussed the Belardo Road crossover at its meeting of October 28, 1976 and had, at ite meeting of December 9, 1976, by 6 to 0 Votd, Commissioner Hicks abstaining, voted for the removal of the cross- over. In addition, the Minutesloftthe Traffic and Parking Commission, relative to the crossover and the motion for its elimination,wwere re- viewed. The Commission was advised that staff concurred with the various reports that had been presented and recommended that the crossover be eliminated from the General Plan Street Plan. f The following was received from the Tribal Council : "The Tribal Council in accordance with recommendations of the Indian Planning Commission, approued the above proposed amend- ments." Chairman declared the hearing open and the following persons spoke from the audience: April 27, 1977 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Page 5 PUBLIC HEARINGS - Continued I CASE 5.0007 - Continued I Mr. Davis advised that he was the owner of property lying along Jacaranda and�at he supported the recommendation. Mrs. Cushman, 1050 Via Colusa, asked for the definition of a collector street and City Planner explained in detail not only a collector street i but other various types of streets reflected on the General Plan. There being no further appearances the hearing was closed. Following discussion, motion was made by Ehrens, seconded by Chase, and unanimously carried, recommending the elimination of Jacaranda from the General Plan Street Plan as a collector street, and the elimination of the Belardo Road crossover between North Palm Canyon Drive and Belardo Road. REVIEW by the Planning Commission of a request to vacate the alley north of El Portal in Section 27. REVIEW by the Planning Commission of the sale of a small parcel of property south of Bolero and east of Golf Club Drive. City Planner reviewed exhibits previously distributed to the Commission showing the properties involved. With reference to the vacation of the alley, designated on the exhibit as lot "L", he explained that it divided two single family zoned properties between Mesa Drive and South Palm Canyon, and that the request was being made so that traffic could not cut through at that point. He advised that, after review by the Traffic Department and Planning Staff, it was the consensus of opinion that the alley served no useful purpose and it was recommended that it be vacated. In regard to the sale of the property south of Bolero, City Planner explained that it involved approximately 2500 sq. ft. of City owned property and, if sold, would permit the applicants to gain access to two lots of approximately 2-1/2 acres. He advised that the relinquishment of the property would not be harmful to, or in conflict with, the General Plan of the City. In reply to questions by Commissioner Chase he advised that if the alley north of E1 Portal were vacated it would revert back to the property from which it came at the time it was dedicated and, with reference to the question regarding the unsightly condition of the lot (Lot 6) that would gain access by the sale of the property, he advised that it would be reported to Code Enforcement. Following discussion, motion was made by Allan, seconded by Chase, and unanimously carried, that the closing of the alley and the sale of the property would not be in conflict with the General Plan and recommended �, approval . April 27, 1977 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Page ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT ITEMS Staff Reports and Environmental Evaluations containing impact areas, comments and mitigating measures were presented and explained to the Commissioners and the Planning Commission took action on the follow- ing items involving environmental assessment. TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP 9623 - Environmental Assessment on request by WEBB ENGINEERING, INC., representing Danny Pietroniro, for approval of Tentative Parcel Map 9623 dividing 1 .6+ acres into 4 parcels, R-1 -C Zone, Section 11 . Motion was made by Lapham, seconded by Chase, and unanimously carried, that a draft Negative Declaration be prepared for Tentative Parcel Map 9623. i i TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 9667 - Environmental Assessment on request by HALLMARK ENGINEERING, INC., representing John Wessman, for approval of Tentative Tract Map 9667 dividing 17.0 acres into 45 parcels, R-1 -C and R-3 Zone, Section 24. Commissioner Harris abstained .from discussion and voting on this item. The following was received from the Tribal Council : The Tribal Council , in accordance with recommendations of the Indian Planning ,Commission, recommends the filing of Negative Impact Report, in connection with the proposed subdivision. " Motion was made by Chase, seconded by Ehrens, and unanimously carried (Harris abstaining) that a draft Negative Declaration be prepared for Tentative Tract Map 9667. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP 9721 - Environmental Assessment on request b WEBB ENGINEERING, INC., representing Edgar Wessel , redividing 1 .2+ acres into two parcels, R-1-A Zone, Section 10. Motion was made by La ham, seconded by Harris, and unanimously carried, that a draft Negative Declaration be prepared for Tentative Parcel Map 9721 . * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * April 27, 1977 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Page 7 ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT ITEMS - Continued TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP 9762 - Environmental Assessment on request by BURTON S. MYERS, representing David Krechman, dividing one lot into two, 2,750 sq. ft. lots, R919C Zone, Section 11 . Motion was made by Ehrens, seconded by Allan, and unanimously carried, that a draft Negative Declaration be prepared for Tentative Parcel Map 9762. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 9780 - Environmental Assessment on request by WEBB ENGINEERING, INC., representing Fairport Construction Company, dividing 20 acres into 35 M-1-P lots, Section 7. Motion was made by La ham, seconded by Chase, and unanimously carried, that a draft Negative Declaration be prepared for Tentative Tract Map 9780. TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP 9822 - Environmental Assessment on request by WEBB ENGINEERING, INC., representing Florence Rose, dividing 1 .27 acre parcel Into 2 lots, C-1 , R-2, R-3 Zones, Section 23. Motion was made by La ham, seconded by Ehrens, and unanimously carried, that a draft Negative Declaration be prepared for Tentative Tract Map 9822. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * NOT ON AGENDA CASE 5.0008-0/Z - Environmental Assessment on application by J . WESSMAN for a Change of Zone from R-3 to R-1 , for property situated on E1 Cielo between Escoba Avenue, Sonora Road and Beverly Drive, Section'IT9 Commissioner Harris abstained from discussion and voting on this item. Motion was made by Chase, seconded by Allan, and unanimously carried (Harris abstaining), that a draft Negative Declaration be prepared for Ca,se Number 5.0008-C/Z/ April 27, 1977 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Page 8 TENTATIVE PARCEL AND TRACT MAPS: City Planner reviewed and explained the maps and the Planning Commission discussed and took action on the following Tentative Tract and Parcel Maps, based on findings and subject to condition as outlined. TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 9351 - Request HALLMARK ENGINEERING, INC., representing Center Court Club for approval of Tentative Tract Map 9351 dividing 2.68+ acres into 21 lots, R-G-A (8) Zone,Section 14. Commission response to written comments on draft Negative Declaration. No comments received. The following was received from the Tribal Council : "The Tribal Council in accordance with recommendations of the Indian Planning Commission, approved the above tenta- tive map." Motion was ma de by Ehrens, seconded by Harris, and unanimously carried, that a Negative Declaration be filed and recommending approval of Tentative Tract Map 9351 , subject to all conditions of the Development Committee and requirements of the Riverside County Flood Control and Water Conservation District. TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP 9242 - Request b HALLMARK ENGINEERING, INC., represent ing Ken Hinsvark, Leasee, for approval of Tentative Parcel Map 9242 (revised) dividing 3.4 acres into 2 lots, R-1-A and W-R-1-A Zones, Section 22. Commission response to written comments on draft Negative Declaration. No comments received. The following was received from the Tribal Council : "The Tribal Council , in accordance with recommendations of the Indian Planning Commission, approved the above tenta- tive map. " Motion was made by Ehrens, seconded by Harris, and unanimously carried, that a Negative Declaration be filed, and recommending approval of Tentative Parcel Map 9242 subject to all conditions of the Development Committee. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * April 27, 1977 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Page 9 TENTATIVE PARCEL AND TRACT MAPS-- Continued TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP 9666 - Request by HALLMARK ENGINEERING, INC., repre- senting Edward B. Caplan, for approval of Tentative Parcel Map 9666 consolidating Lots 8 and 9 of San Jacinto Estates, R-2 Zone, Section 13. Commission response to written comments on draft Negative Declaration. No comments received. Motion was made by Laeham, seconded by Chase, and unanimously carried, that a Negative Declaration be filed, and recommending approval of Tentative Parcel Map 9666 subject to all conditions of the Develop- ment Committee. PUBLIC COMMENTS: Mr. Ken Hinsvark advised that he was the applicant in item number 11 Tentative Parcel Map 9242) and that the conditions being imposed had come as a complete surprise to him. He stated he could see no reason forsstreetrreOUirements.vonseach side of the two parcels, that there Was an exi-sting- house' on the one parcel and he would be building a house on the other. He indicated that he had been told that there would be no requirement for the north/south extension of Camino Parocela as that street could line up with Fern Canyon or "go the other direction." City Planner explained that the requirements being requested were in accordance with the General Plan of circulation, were on the General Plan and that there was no alternative but to require the half street improvement along Sunny Dunes 'totthe south, and dedication of half street improvements of the General Plan collector street east of the property, and that it would require an amendment to the General Plan to change the requirements. In reply to a question by Mr. Hinsvark he advised that the action on item 11 could remain for approval with the conditions and that MMr. Hinsvark could ask for reconsideration of those conditions. e� April 27, 1977 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Page 10 ARCHITECTURAL APPROVAL ITEMS The Planning Commission reviewed plans, discussed and took action on the following items involving Architectural Approval , subject to the conditions as outlined. CASE 2.933 - Application by DUNCAN EMMONS for Architectural Approval of plans for a 3400 sq. ft. addition to an existing structure located at 340 San Rafael Place. City Planning Agsociate advised that a letter had been received from the applicant as well as photographs showing the subject property and sur- rounding properties. The letter, containing a request to reconsider making San Rafael" a secondary street, was read into the record. The photographs showing buildings in the right of way should San Rafael become a secondary ditreet were viewed by the Commissioners and they were advised that the Development Committee could not reconsider or change the conditions as it would take an amendment to the General Plan. . He noted that the Architectural Advisory Committee had aga nvreviewed the plans for the addition, and that the'Committee's conditions remained the same. Following discussion, motion was made by La ham, seconded by Harris, and unanimously carried, approving the application subject to the following conditions: 1 . That all requirements of the Development Committee be met. 2. That all requirements of the Architectural Advisory Committee be met. CASE 2.941 - Application by JAMES E. BROWN, INC., for Architectural Approval of plans for construction of 22 unit apartment complex on the southwest corner of Saturmino and Amado, R-2 Zone, Section 13. Following discussion, motion was made by Ehrens, seconded by Allan, and unanimously carried, approving the application subject to the following conditions: 1 . That the wing walls be sloped to match the slope of the tile roof element. 2. That detailed colors and materials are to be submitted. 3. That detailed landscape plans are to be submitted. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * . z April 27, 1977 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Page 11 ARCHITECTURAL APPROVAL ITEMS - Continued CASE 6.294 - Application by P. TYNBERG for Architectural Approval of revised landscape and irrigation plans for exterior of wall on property situated on the west side of Via Norte between Vista Chino and Via Sol , R-1-A Zone, Section 10. Commission Allan abstained from discussion and voting on this item. Following discussion, motion was made by Chase, seconded by Lapham, and unanimously carried (Allan abstaining) approving this application as submitted. CASE 2.908 - Application by T. JAKWAY for Architectural Approval of revised elevations and setbacks for the Donald Allen hillside residence to be located at 2197 Camino Barranca, Section 22. Motion was made by Chase, seconded by Ehrens, and unanimously carried, approving this application as submitted: CASE 2.919 - Application by .C.C.C. DEVELOPMENT for Architectural Approval of revised plans for construction of a 20 unit condominium project to be located on the west side of Avenida Caballeros between Alejo Road and Amado Road, R-G-A (8) Zone, Section 14. Following discussion, motion was made by Ehrens, seconded by Allan, and unanimously carried, approving this application subject to the follow- ing conditions: 1 . That all conditionsoof the Development Committee are to be met. 2. That detailed colors and materials are to be submitted. 3. That detailed landscape and irrigation plans are to be submitted. 4. That lighting plans, including tennis court lighting, are to be submitted. April 27, 1977 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Page 12 ARCHITECTURAL APPROVAL ITEMS - Continued CASE 2.927 - Application by J. B. BARRINGER (representing Bob's Big Bo Restaurants) for Architectural Approval of revised elevations for construction of a restaurant on the northwest corner of North Palm Canyon Drive and West Stevens Road, C-1 and R-3 Zones, Section 10. Commissioner Lapham abstained from discussion and voting on this item. Following discussion, motion was made by Chase, seconded by Ehrens, and unanimously carried (Lapham abstaining approving this application subject to the following conditions: 1 . That all conditions of the Development Committee are to be met. 2. That detailed landscape and irrigation plans shall include several mature field grown Olive trees along the rear building mass. 3. That the copper light fixutres are to be left to weather naturally. 4. That exterior lighting plans are to be submitted. CASE 2.943 - Application by PAUL T. BUTLER for Architectural Approval of tennis court and landscape plans for single family residence at 2525 Toledo Avenue, Section 35. Following discussion, motion was made by Ehrens, seconded by Chase, and unanimously carried, approving this application subject to the following condition: That detailedllandscape plans are to include buffer planting to the west of the tennis court and shall be submitted for approval . CASE 2.944 - Application by RICHARD SELBY for Architectural Approval of plans for remodel of Ramsey residence at 2196 Barranca, Section 27. Following discussion, motion was made by Chase, seconded by Allan, and unanimously carried, approving this application subject to the following conditions : 1 . That the rock veneer be deleted. 2. That final elevations are to be reviewed by Planning Staff prior to the issuance of a building permit. �v April 27, 1977 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Pagel 3 The following items were continued to the Planning Commission Meeting of May 11 , 1977. CASE 2.938 - Application by JACK B. FRENCH for Architectural Approval of plans for construction of hillside residence to be located at 800 West Sunny Dunes Road, R-1-A Zone, Section 22. SIGN APPLICATION - Application by K. M. PATEL for Architectural Approval of change of face for a sign at the Kingsway Inn/President Hotel , 1450 North Indian Avenue. i CASE 2.904 - Application by C. COX, representing Slettedahl/Parker, for Architectural Approval of revised landscape plans for the Home Building Center to be located at Indian Avenue and Oasis, C-M Zone, Section 34. This continuance was recommended by the Architectural Advisory Committee as there was no landscape architect available for that meeting. CASE 2.937 - Application by D. STRONG (Sun Dial Invest., Inc. ) for Architectural Approval of revised elevations for construction of 154 unit motel and manager's apartment at 1269 East Palm Canyon Drive, Section 26. April 27, 1977 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Page 14 The following items were removed from the Planning Commission Agenda pending restudy. CASE 2.940 — Application by CAL SUNSHINE HONES for Architectural Approval of plans for construction of a single family residence on Sunrise Way at Paseo El Mirador, R-1-C Zone, Section 11 . CASE 2.897 - Application by GREAT WESTERN SAVINGS & LOAN ASSOCIATION for Architectural Approval of sign scheme for building proposed at 420 South Palm Canyon Drive. CASE_ 2,945 - Application by L. N. BLAKE (Affiliated American Corp.) for Architectural Approval of plans for construction of a 40 unit, single story condominium project with recreational facilities, landscape and irrigation plans for property located on Arenas Road west of Avenida Caballeros, Section 14. CASE 2.947 - Application by MR. AND MRS. WM. BRADLEY for Architectural Approval of plans, colors and materials for construction of a hillside residence at 2340 Araby Drive. Reports and Requests City Planner advised that the Zoning Ordinance was being rewritten and that it would be staff's recommendation that as each phase was completed in draft form that it be brought to the Planning Commission at study sessions so that direction and input could be received. Chairman advised that the Architectural Advisory Committee hadr're- quested setting a date with the Commission for a study session. It was suggested that this could be done during the joint studyssessions rela- tive to the Zoning Ordinance. Chairman announced that another item that should be considered during a study session was reevaluation and presentation to the Commission of what constitutes a conflict of interest. She noted that it was possible that members of the Commission were abstaining on items unnecessarily. It was announced that several complaints had been received relative to the debris around Swensons Ice Cream Parlor on Palm Canyon Drive, and that the same was true with the new Burger King restaurant. Lengthy discussion followed regarding policing and whether or not it was possible to fthpose a find on the owners of such properties. It was the consensus of opinion that the City should have an ordinance imposing a $500 fine for littering, particularly with reference to facilities with outdoor dining. Staff was instructed to pursue the development of such an ordinance. April 27, 1977 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Page 15 Reportss and Requests - Continued Staff was instructed to check the Canyon Hotel relative to the storage of furniture outdoors. Joint Study Session between the Architectural Advisory Committee and the Planning Commission was scheduled for Tuesday, May 24, 1977, at 2:30 p.m. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * There being no further business the meeting was adjourned at 5:00 p.m. r CITY PLANNER JAM/gvr PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Council Chamber, City Hall M 1977 1 :30 P.M. ROLL CALL IFiscal Year 1976 1977 Present Present Excused Absences Planning Commission This Meeting To Date To Date Vyola Ortner, Chairman - 19 2 Carrie Allan x 9 0 Stephen Chase x 17 4 Sig Ehrens x 20 10 Michael Harris x $ Larry Lapham x 21 0 Staff Present • Richard J. Smith, Director of Community Development John A. Mangione, City Planner Marvin D. Roos, City Planning Associate Gloria V. Fiore, Recording Secretary Architectural Advisory Committee - May 9, 1977 John Miller, Chairman Sigmund Ehrens Richard Harrison Hugh Kaptur Earl J. Neel * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Vice Chairman called the meeting to order at 1 :35 p.m. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Approval of Minutes: The Planning Commission Minutes of April 27, 1977, drafts distributed, were unanimously approved. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *