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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1983/03/23 - MINUTES PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Council Chamber, City Hall March 23, 1983 1:30 p.m. ROLL CALL F-Y 1982 --1983 Present Present Excused Absences Planning Commission This Meeting to Date to date Richard Service, Chairman X 16 1 Hugh Curtis X 17 0 Darel Harris X 15 2 Hugh Kaptur X 15 2 Peter Koetting X 16 1 Don Lawrence X 15 2 Paul Madsen X 15 2 Staff Present Marvin D. Roos, Planning Director Siegfried Siefkes, Assistant City Attorney Ken Feenstra, Redevelopment Director Dave Forcucci , Zoning Enforcement Officer II Douglas Evans, Planner III Robert Green, Planner II Stephen Graham, Planner III Mary Isenberg, Recording Secretary Architectural Advisory Committee Present - March 21, 1983 Larry Lapham, Chairman James Cioffi Chris Mills David Hamilton William Johnson, Alternate Hugh Curtis Earl Neel Peter Koetting Chairman called the meeting to order at 1:30 p.m. M/S/C (Curtis/Koetting) approving minutes of the March 9 meeting with the following addition: Case 5.0234-CUP, page 5, ' paragraph 10, add "Madsen abstained" to the motion. PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Council Chamber, City Hall • March 9, 1983 1 :30 p.m. ROLL CALL F-Y 1982 - 1983 Present Present Excused Absences Planning Commission This Meeting to Date to date Richard Service, Chairman X 15 1 Hugh Curtis X 16 0 Darel Harris X 14 2 Hugh Kaptur - 14 2 Peter Koetting X 15 1 Don Lawrence X 14 2 Paul Madsen X 14 2 Staff Present Marvin D. Roos, Planning Director Siegfried Siefkes, Assistant City Attorney Tom Lynch, Economic Development & Housing Director Allen Smoot, Building & Safety Director Vicki Nelson, Economic Development Coordinator John Terell , Housing & Redevelopment Specialist Dave Forcucci , Zoning Enforcement- Officer II Robert Green, Planner II • Stephen Graham, Planner III Mary Isenberg, Recording Secretary Architectural Advisory Committee Present - March 7, 1983 Larry Lapham, Chairman James Cioffi Chris Mills David Hamilton William Johnson, Alternate Hugh Curtis Earl Neel Absent: Peter Koetting Chairman called the meeting to order at 1:30 p.m. M/S/C (Lawrence/Harris; Kaptur absent) approving minutes of the February 9 meeting as submitted. M/S/C (Lawrence/Harris; Kaptur absent) approving minutes of the February 23 meeting as submitted. March 9, 1983 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Page 2 • PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS CASE 5.0132-GPA (Revised) . Initiation by the CITY OF PALM SPRINGS of adminis- strative revisions to the Housing Element of the General Plan. (A Negative Declaration was previously given in conjunction with the original review of the case.) Recommendation: That the Planning Commission approve Case 5.0132-GPA (Revised) . Planning Director explained that the item was continued from the February 23 meeting for Tribal Council input and that the Tribal Council has recommended approval as submitted by staff. Chairman declared the hearing open; there being no appearances , the hearing was closed. Planning Director stated that the revisions do not address "granny flats" at the present time but would be reviewed after information is assembled by staff. M/S/C (Harris/Madsen; Kaptur absent) approving Case 5.0132-GPA (Revised) per staff recommendations. Tribal Council comments: "The Tribal Council acknowledged the City Planning Commission' s action of February 23, 1983 to continue this case at the request of the Tribal Council , in order that the Indian Planning Commission and the Tribal Planning Consultant could obtain copy of Planning Staff Report and identify, review and comment on the proposed revisions. After consideration of the recommendations of the Indian Planning Commission, the Tribal Council approved the proposed administrative revisions to the City' s General Plan Housing Element, adopted June 3, 1981 , based on the following findings: 1. The proposed revisions either duplicte, clarify, or expand a) material presently included in the 1981 Element, or b) actions previously taken by the City to implement the 1981 Element. 2. The proposed revisions do not include any changes to the previously adopted Program Statements. 3. Adoption of the proposed revisions is a requirement for obtaining certification from the State Department of Housing and Community Development that the City's 1981 Housing Element complies with the State' s 1977 Housing Element Guidelines." March 9, 1983 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Page 3 CASE 5.0234-CUP. Application by WILLIAM WILSON, JR. (AJAX RENT-A-CAR) for approval of car rental businesses at the Biltmore Hotel , 1000 E. Palm Canyon Drive between Camino Real/Deep Well Road, R-3 Zone, Section 23 and the Ramada International Hotel at 1800 E. Palm Canyon Drive at Sunrise Way (I .L.) , Section 24. (Environmental Assessment & tentative approval .) Recommendation: That the Planning Commission tentatively approve Case 5.0234-CUP subject to staff recommendations and order the preparation of a draft Negative Declaration. Discussion: Division of the case into two parts was discussed. Commission consensus was that that concept would be addressed after discussion of the item. Planning Director stated that a letter from the President of the Homeowners Assoc. of Deepwell Ranch had been received stating its concerns over the increased use of the hotel , but that after staff met with the group, the homeowners felt that the use will not affect the aesthetics of the area; that the Biltmore condominiums, Phases II and III , which abut the hotel property, feel that parking and traffic through the condominiums will affect them; that the Tribal Council recommends approval ; that staff hopes to see an upgrade of the frontage landscaping which has deteriorated slightly; that the hotels have authorized Mr. Wilson to make the application for the CUP; that the CUP goes with the land and is a condition of the hotel , not of the car rental agency; that Cathedral City is probably not concerned about Palm Springs' approval of the project; that the City' s approval is contingent upon the service areas being located away from the hotel ; that Ajax is presently renting cars at the Ramada Inn and the agency was required to submit a CUP application; that a requirement of the Zoning Ordinance is that there be no advertising other than for hotel guests and no pickup of cars at the Ramada by anyone other than hotel guests since the City does not allow operation of a commercial enterprise at a resort hotel location; that the requirement for six cars at each hotel will be difficult to enforce but that violation of the condition will invalidate the CUP; that the Canyon Hotel has had rental cars for their guests for several years with no complaints; that the "six" number of cars were volunteered by the hotels based on the number of rooms; and that a change in the number of cars will result in new pubic hearings; that the hotel owner will supervise the operation of the agency; and that the exact location of the rental car parking is not defined but is shown on the site to demonstrate the number of spaces required. Discussion: The concept of the six car rental spaces was discussed. Commission expressed opinion that six rental spaces could continually be reused if all six of the cars were rented and that a formula should be developed for the number of cars allowed at a resort hotel . Assistant City Attorney stated that he had reservations about restriction of advertising (Condition No. 1. of the staff report) ; that a better condition would be to state that the primary purpose of the car rental agency shall be for the convenience of the hotel guests; he stated that, in his opinion, there cannot be a restriction on who can rent the cars. March 9, 1983 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Page 4 CASE 5.0234-CUP (Cont' d.) Chairman stated that when he had rented a car from Ajax, he was told to get the car at the Ramada Inn which surprised him. Chairman declared the hearing open. Kurt Handshuh, Ajax car rental manager (Ramada Inn) , 663 Beverly Drive, Palm Springs, agreed to the staff conditions and stated that six cars were all that were necessary for locations of the size of the two hotels and that more than six cars would be taken away from the site if the City required it; that only six cars would be on site at a time; that there was no problem with restricted advertising condition; that the hotel address is not being used presently in phone books ; that the hours of operation will be regulated according to the season; and that the agency closes at 6 p.m. at the present time. Planning Director stated that hours of operation could be made a condition of approval if the Commission desires it. C. S. Mills, 278 C N. Palm Canyon Drive, requested that the landscape plans be approved at staff level to save time; that all other conditions were acceptable; and that the property owners list of 450 persons was difficult to assemble and was the reason for the delay of the project from September, 1982. • J. P. Bogen, 1500 S. Camino Real , objected to the Biltmore location because of the increased parking and traffic throughout the condominiums since the Biltmore locks the main gate during the summer. He stated that the private streets of the condominiums will deterioriate because of increased traffic; that a change should be made in the easements to repair the condominium streets if a business enterprise is conducted in the hotel ; and that the homeowners do use the hotel access. Mrs. R. Wilbur, 1302 S. Camino Real , President of Phase I Biltmore Condominums, stated that not everyone had been notified of the proposed car rental application; that the application is for the use of a building outside of the hotel , although Condition No. 5 of the staff report indicates that total commercial uses within the hotel were not to exceed 20% of the gross floor area; that there would be increased upkeep of the road at the homeowners' expense; suggested that the landscape plans be submitted to all three phases of the homeowners association; and that fast moving traffic would be increased. Mrs. D. Pies-Hoffman, 1426 S. Camino Real , voiced objection to the lack of control of the numbers of rental cars, traffic increases in the condominiums after the Biltmore gate is closed, increased street upkeep and repair problems, and stated that there is a visible Ajax rental car sign on Highway 111 at the present time. (Planner II stated that he could not see the sign from the Highway. ) • W. Law, 1490 Camino Real , requested restriction of operating hours and voiced objection to the increased road repair costs and inadequate hotel parking. He stated that the agency should be closed when the Biltmore hotel is closed. March 9, 1983 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Page 5 • CASE 5 .0234-CUP (Cont' d.) K. Handshuh, rebuttal , stated that the car rental operation will be closed when the Biltmore is closed, and that the hotel guests will be using the hotel main entrance to Highway 111. There being no further appearances, the hearing was closed. Planning Director stated that the hotel and the Biltmore condominium homeowners share joint access easements through each other' s properties, and that the City cannot be a party to a private agreement. In response to questions by Commission, Planner II stated that the roads did not seem to be deteriorated during a field trip to the site. Discussion: Discussion followed on the viability of both proposed sites for car rental agencies. Chairman stated that a condition that the car agency close if the hotel is closed should be imposed; that the City has no jurisdiction in private road maintenance and easement agreements; that there is no provision for landscape plans to be submitted to homeowners associations unless there is a private agreement between the Biltmore and the Homeowners Association; that he was concerned about the sign since there was a disagreement between Mrs. Hoffman and staff on its visibility; that the Sign Ordinance should not be circumvented; and that the application is subject to yearly review and revocation. • Assistant City Attorney stated that any condition can be imposed on a CUP if the purpose of the condition is to mitigate the granting of the permit. Discussion: The advisability of dividing action on the proposal into two parts was discussed. Consensus was that separating the motions was acceptable. M/S/C (Lawrence/Service; Kaptur absent; Curtis/Harris dissented; Madsen abstained) ordering the preparation of a draft Negative Declaration and tentatively approving a car rental agency at the Ramada Inn subject to all conditions (later amended with the consent of the seconder to include allowance of advertising in phone books and hotel-related advertising) and continuing the case for final review to the March 23 meeting. In response to Commission questions, Assistant City Attorney reiterated that he had a problem with restriction of advertising. M/S/C (Harris/Lawrence; Kaptur absent; Curtis/Service dissented) denying the proposed car rental agency at the Biltmore for the following reasons: 1 . Easement problems. 2. Upkeep of streets. 3. Increased traffic & parking problems. 4. Landscaping conflicts. 5. Closure of main gate of hotel , forcing traffic into the condominimums. March 9, 1983 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Page 6 CASE 5.0234-CUP (Cont' d.) Chairman stated that he felt that there would not be an increase in vehicular activity; that the convenience of a car rental facility in a hotel was beneficial to a resort; and that the operation should be allowed and reviewed for a year for viability. Discussion: Operation procedures of the car agency were discussed. Planning Director stated that the operation at the Ramada could not continue without a CUP. Mr. Handshuh stated that the company was not operating at the Biltmore at the present time. Tribal Council comments: "It was noted that the proposed automobile rental agency is a permitted use in the existing R-3 Zone, subject to the approval of a Conditional Use Permit. After consideration of the recommendations of the Indian Planning Commission, the Tribal Council concurred with the findings of the Planning Staff and approved the granting of a Conditional Use Permit subject to the conditions outlined in Planning Commission Staff Report dated March 9, 1983." • PUBLIC COMMENTS None. 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 3.551. Application by H. LAPHAM for E. Strebe for architectural approval of renovation of existing Village Theatre property on North Palm Canyon drive, C-B-D Zone, Section 15. Planning Director stated that the AAC had reviewed the project on Monday and recommended approval but new information had been received and had not been reviewed by staff. He then described the project on the display board and stated that staff would recommend a redesign of the parking lot to retain the current parking with adjustments to the restaurant and nightclub seat counts to reflect the current parking or a day/night usage agreement implemented, that the MDX Drugstore was not proposed to be remodeled, and the upgrading was an interim improvement. Planner II stated that the applicant had submitted a parking analysis 41 and would be required to submit a covenant restricting one of the buildings to night use which would result in sufficient parking. March 9, 1983 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Page 7 • CASE 3.551 (Cont' d. ) H. Lapham, the applicant, explained the history of the project and stated that he was trying to upgrade the area on an interim basis for a more profitable return to the client; that the nightclub and theater would have nighttime parking as has been done for many years; that in- lieu parking was not acceptable; and that the project could be started within six months. He then explained the economics and aesthetics of the proposal . Planning Director stated that if the proposal were a new one, it would require 290 spaces, but that the parking demand would be equal to or less than the current parking and will maintain the non-conformity since the Ordinance does not require meeting code unless the use is intensified. Discussion: Discussion followed on the services provided in the proposal , the design review process , and the definition of major and minor AA applications. M/S/C (Koetting/Harris; Kaptur absent; Lawrence abstained) continuing the application to the March 23 meeting for input from the DDAC and a report from staff. Discussion: Discussion followed on the type of materials and detailing of the exterior of the building and the inclusion of a condition for • submittal of a sign program. CASE 5.0014-CUP. Application by THOMPSON ARCHITECTURAL GROUP for Sheraton Hotel for architectural approval of revised elevations for banquet/storage addition to hotel on Tahquitz-McCallum Way/Amado Road/Calle Encilia/Calle E1 Segundo, C-1-AA & R-4-VP Zones (I .L.) , Section 14. Planner II described the project on the display board. W. Thompson, the architect, explained the revisions and stated that the revisions to the project had improved it and the only concern was a minor one of obscuring the view with screens in the main room. M/S (Harris/Madsen; Kaptur absent) approving the application subject to the following conditions: 1. That all recommendations of the Development Committee be met. 2. That final detailed irrigation, landscape and exterior lighting plans be submitted prior to issuance of building permits. • March 9, 1983 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Page 8 CASE 2.812. Application by FAIRWAYS HOMEOWNERS ASSOC. for security bars over windows for a unit at Wack Wack Plaza in a condominium project on Crossley Road between Avenue 34/Ramon Road, W-0-5 & N-W-0-5 Zones (I .L.) , Section 20. Planning Director stated that the bars had already been installed over the windows and this action will increase the fees twofold; and that the Building Division has not had a chance to inspect the installation. Planner II stated that the burglary unit of the Police Department feels that the bars are the best form of security. Commissioner Koetting informed the applicant that the bar installation would be the prototype for the Fairways Condominiums. M/S/C (Curtis/Koetting; Kaptur absent) approving the application subject to the following conditions: 1. That all recommendations of the Development Committe be met. 2. That the installation is the proto-type for the condominiums. CASE 3.511. Application by THE RACQUET CLUB for architectural approval of minor revisions to elevations and landscape plans for a residential condominium complex on the northwest corner of Racquet Club Road/Indian Avenue, R-2 Zone, Section 3. M/S/C (Curtis/Lawrence; Kaptur absent) approving the application subject to the following conditions: 1. That perennials be continued or devecia be used under palms or islands adjoining carports. 2. That details of the adhesion of the tile element to the building be supplied. 3. That the wing wall on the side elevations be retained as in the originally approved elevations. 4. That the wall tile match the roof tile. CASE 3.563. Application by B. LEUNG for W. Hench & C. Olson for architectural approval of a warehouse/shop building on Montalvo Way between Campana Avenue/Tachevah Road, M-1-P Zone, Section 7. M/S/C (Madsen/Koetting; Kaptur absent) approving the elevations and site plan subject to the following conditions: • 1. That the trash enclosure be moved to the corner of the south and eastern property lines. 2. That all recommendations of the Development Committee be met. March 9, 1983 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Page 9 • CASE 3.563 (Cont'd.) 3. That a detailed sign program be submitted. 4. That valances match the color of the proposed fascia. 5. That the landscaping be restudied noting the following: a. That a combination mound/wall/groundcover theme be used for the west elevation. b. That vines be introduced into the two foot planting strips on the north and south boundaries of the site. C. That palms and ficus nitida be introduced on the front elevation and broad leafed trees be used on the rear elevation. CASE 3.566. Application by J. WALLING for M. Haber for architectural approval of major addition to single family residence on W. Stevens Road between Via Monte Vista/Camino del Norte, R-1-A Zone, Section 10. M/S/C (Curtis/Madsen; Kaptur absent) approving the application subject . to the following conditions: 1. That detailed landscape, exterior lighting and irrigation plans be submitted for AAC and Planning Commission approval before issuance of building permits. 2. That all recommendations of the Development Committee be met. 3. That a parcel map be submitted to combine adjoining properties. CONSENT AGENDA The following items are routine in nature and have been reviewed by the Planning Commission, AAC, and staff. No further review is required, and all items are approved by one blanket motion upon unanimous consent. M/S/C (Curtis/Madsen; Kaptur absent) approving the following applications subject to all conditions of staff, Development Committee and the AAC as follows and ordering the filing of a Negative Declaration as indicated: SIGN APPLICATION. SEASONS (formerly Sambo's) for architectural approval of main identification sign for restaurants on North and East Palm Canyon Drive. • Condition: That one foot of block be eliminated at the base to lower the overall height of the sign to six feet. March 9, 1983 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Page 10 • CASE 3.266. J. CIOFFI for A. Caldwell for architectural approval of landscape plans for single family residence at 2245 Rim Road, R-1-B Zone, Section 25. Condition: That greasewood be introduced at 12' to 15' intervals. ARCHITECTURAL APPROVAL ITEMS (Continued) SIGN APPLICATION. Application by PBS SIGN COMPANY for Shell Oil for archi- tectural approval of gas rate sign for station on the northwest corner of Ramon Road/Sunrise Way, C-1 Zone, Section 14. M/S/C (Lawrence/Curtis; Kaptur absent) approving the application as submitted. CASE 3.568. Application by L. SANDOR for R. Floyd for architectural approval of addition to hillside residence t 555 N. Patencio Road, R-1-A Zone, Section 10. (Ref. Case 3.421) Discussion: Aesthetics of the proposed residence were discussed and a slide presentation was shown by staff. Commission consensus was that • the application be continued to March 23 for restudy of the detailing and the landscaping by the applicant. NOTE: Two of the Commissioners stated that they could not support the application because of the height and mass. PUBLIC HEARINGS (Continued) CASE 5.0261-ZTA. Initiation by the CITY OF PALM SPRINGS for revisions to Section 9306.00 C.4 of the Zoning Ordinance to increase height of parking lot light fixtures from 10 feet to 18 feet. Recommendation: That the Planning Commission order the preparation of a draft Negative Declaration and tentatively approve Case 5.0261-ZTA per staff recommendations and continue the application to March 23 for final review. Chairman declared the hearing open; there being no appearances, the hearing was closed. Planning Director stated that the proposed lighting height would be more energy efficient but that two installations 18 feet in height approved as an experiment are not successful and that an alternative might be to allow the 18 foot height in commercial and industrial areas and retain • the 10 foot height in residential zones. March 9, 1983 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Page 11 • CASE 5.0261-ZTA (Cont' d. ) Discussion: A field trip after a joint AAC/Planning Commission/Council dinner meeting to several lighted parking lots was discussed. Building & Safety Director stated that an experiment in comparison lighting is being done at the airport (10 foot and 16 foot high light standards) . Commission consensus was that staff prepare a list of six lighted parking lots, including the May Company in Palm Desert, for Commission/AAC/Council members to review after the March 21 dinner meeting. M/S/C (Harris/Madsen; Kaptur absent) ordering the preparation of a draft Negative Declaration and continuing further review of the case to the March 23 meeting. CASE 5.0245-ZTA. Initiation by the CITY OF PALM SPRINGS for an amendment to the Zoning Ordinance to delete outdated language concerning electronic game arcades. (A Negative Declaration was ordered filed by the Commission in conjunction with original review of the case.) • Recommendation: That the Planning Commission approve Case 5.0245-ZTA per staff recommendations. Chairman declared the hearing open; there being no appearances, the hearing was closed. M/S/C (Lawrence/Koetting; Kaptur absent) approving Case 5.0245-ZTA per staff recommendations. CASE 5.0260-ZTA. Initiation by the CITY OF PALM SPRINGS for an amendment to Section 9403.00 B.2 of the Zoning Ordinance to add review of maintenance to the provisions of architectural review. (Environmental Assessment and tentative approval . ) Recommendation: That the Planning Commission order the preparation of a draft Negative Declaration, tentatively approve Case 5.0260-ZTA, and continue the case to the March 23 meeting for final review. Chairman declared the hearing open; there being no appearances, the hearing was closed. Planning Director explained that the amendment will allow more control of the mainenance of projects after the certificate of occupancy is • issued. March 9, 1983 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Page 12 • CASE 5.0260-ZTA (Cont' d. ) Assistant City Attorney stated that once a property is declared a public nuisance, the City can start a procedure to abate it; that the new process gives the City a standard that is less cumbersome than the present one and will result in a higher standard of property maintenance. M/S/C (Madsen/Curtis; Kaptur absent) ordering the preparation of a draft Negative Declaration, tentatively approving Case 5.0260-ZTA, and continuing the case to the March 23 meeting for final review. DETERMINATION 10.329. Request by RIMROCK PLAZA SHOPPING CENTER for Planning Commission determination that basement storage space not require additional parking. Planning Director requested continuance for the applicant to submit a draft covenant for review by Commission and staff. M/S/C (Koetting/Harris; Kaptur absent) continuing the determination to the March 23 meeting. • DISCUSSION. PLANNING COMMISSION discussion of request by Elsco Lightinq to modify tennis court lighting guidelines by allowing 1,000 watt fixtures. Planning Director stated that in research, staff found that on November 19, 1974, the Commission recommended that the standard for tennis court lights be 400 watts mounted on standards not to exceed 24 feet in height, and for single family tennis courts, the standard was 1,000 watts mounted on the top bar of the tennis court (ten feet in height) ; that Elsco Lighting has requested that the standard at the Sunshine Villas be 1 ,000 watts; that staff would support the 1,000 watt standard at professional tennis clubs with all residential standards to remain 400 watts; and that lights could be no less than 60 feet from property lines. M/S/C (Madsen/Curtis; Kaptur absent) for staff to prepare a resolution approving tennis court lighting at tennis clubs at 1,000 watts andfor residential properties at 400 watts. THIRD TIME EXTENSION - TTM 15687 (Ref. 3.250) . Request by J. HACKER & ASSOC. for M. Badalian for a third 12-month time extension for a one-lot subdivision for condominum purposes on Ramon Road between Calle E1 Segundo/Calle Encilia, R-4-VP Zone (I .L.) , Section 14. • M/S/C (Madsen/Lawrence; Kaptur absent) approving a third 12-month time extension for TTM 15687 subject to the original conditions. NOTE: The new expiration date will be March 4, 1984. March 9, 1983 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Page 13 • TTM 15687 (Cont'd.) Tribal Council comments: "After consideration of the recommendations of the Indian Planning Commission, the Tribal Council approved the request for an additional 12-month time extension. Action on the added condition requiring payment of drainage fees as previously recommended by Planning Staff, was withheld pending receipt and review of the benefit-cost analysis to be prepared by City Staff. It was noted that the City' s Subdivision Ordinance provides that "the approval or conditional approval of a tentative parcel map or a tentative subdivision map shall expire twelve (12) months from the date the map was approved or conditionally approved by the City Council ." There is also the provision that extensions of tentative map approval shall not exceed a total of two (2) years. The State Subdivision Map Act, as amended by Assembly Bill No. 1668 which became effective June 11, 1982, permits the Local Agency to grant three (3) years on the initial approval of a tentative map and time extension total three (3) years. To minimize the frequency of requests for time extensions in tentative • maps, the Tribal council strongly recommends that the Planning Commission and City Council take appropriate action to amend the City' s Subdivision Ordinance by extending the times for initial approval and for extensions to the maximum A.B. No. 1668. Such action would result in considerable savings in costs and time, both to the City and the applicants." ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE AGENDA TIME EXTENSION - TTM 16581 . MAINIERO-SMITH & ASSOC. for Desert Dorado for a 12-month time extension for a subdivision for condominium and single family purposes on Racquet Club Road, 0-5 & N-0-5 Zones (I .L. ) , Section 2. Removed for Engineering Division review. Tribal Council comments: "From discussions with Planning Staff, it appears that this is a request for a time extension on a Subdivision Agreement covering the construction of off-site improvements. Since this matter would not require Planning Commission action, the Tribal Council took no action on this request." • SIGN APPLICATION. QRS SIGNS for architectural approval of main identification sign and auto teller sign on Home Savings & Loan building in shopping center on S. Palm Canyon Drive, C-1 & C-3 Zones (I .L.) , Section 22. (Ref. Case 5.0177-PD-131) . Removed per staff request. 4 March 9, 1983 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Page 14 • ITEM FOR RESTUDY The following items were removed from the Planning Commission agenda pending restudy. Applications will be rescheduled for hearing only after revised submittals have been processed. SIGN APPLICATION. CHRYSLER PLYMOUTH for architectural approval of main identification sign for new business at 4057 E. Palm Canyon Drive (former Volkswagen dealership) , C-2 Zone, Section 30. Restudy noting the following: 1. That the sign sit on a pad. 2. That block be used as follows: a. To form a substantial base. b. To screen the lower third of the sign. C. To form a monument approximately one and one-half feet wide. COMMISSION REPORTS, REQUESTS AND DISCUSSION • - Council action on outdoor bar service (Determination 10.328) . Planning Director explained that the Council felt that the Planning Commission direction was acceptable but should be done by ordinance rather than by determination and that any facilities already in operation be allowed to operate. (He noted the Cafe Expresso in particular.) He noted that there is no problem with prohibition of outdoor bars for florist displays and outdoor dining but that problems arise if there is a bar with no full-service dining. He stated that staff would formulate an ordinance amendment. - Meeting with Energy Commission. Energy Element to be discussed with Energy Commission at 4 p.m. , March 16 at the regularly scheduled study session. - Adult only uses. Chairman requested that adult only uses be placed in general commercial zones and addressed as soon as possible. . - "Granny flats." Chairman suggested that "granny flats" be discussed with the City Council and requested a staff report at the March 16 study session. - Chino Cone development. Chairman suggested that the Council be made aware of the Commission's concerns regarding development affecting critical intersections in the Chino Cone and whether or not the total Chino Cone development should be re-evaluated. - Minimum square footage of dwellings. Commissioner Koetting suggested that minimum square feet of dwellings be discussed with the City Council . March 9, 1983 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Page 15 • - Hotel development zone. Commissioner Madsen requested input on reserving certain areas by zoning for encouragement of hotel development. Planning Director stated that on the City' s Work Program, the beginnings of a review of a convention center district are included and that non-related types of uses will be regulated in this zone with condominiums and apartments not allowed unless constructed in conjunction with hotels; and that multiple uses related to each other would be reviewed as well . Planning Commission Institute in Monterey, March 2 - 4. Chairman and Planning Director gave a brief review of the workshops and sessions attended by Chairman, Commissioners Lawrence and Koetting, Planning Director, and Planner III . - Conflict of Interest forms. Planning Director reminded Commission that Conflict of Interest forms are due by April 10 in the City Clerk' s office. Receipts for expenditures in Monterey. Planning Director reminded Commissioners to turn in all receipts from the trip to Monterey. ADJOURNMENT • There being no further business to discuss, Chairman adjourned the meeting at 5:00 p.m. PLANNING DIRECTOR MDR/mi PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Council Chamber, City Hall t March 23, 1983 1:30 p.m. ROLL CALL F-Y 1982 - 1983 Present Present Excused Absences Planning Commission This Meeting to Date to date Richard Service, Chairman X 16 1 Hugh Curtis X 17 0 Darel Harris X 15 2 Hugh Kaptur X 15 2 Peter Koetting X 16 1 Don Lawrence X 15 2 Paul Madsen X 15 2 Staff Present Marvin D. Roos, Planning Director Siegfried Siefkes, Assistant City Attorney Ken Feenstra, Redevelopment Director Dave Forcucci , Zoning Enforcement Officer II Douglas Evans, Planner III Robert Green, Planner II Stephen Graham, Planner III Mary Isenberg, Recording Secretary • Architectural Advisory Committee Present - March 21, 1983 Larry Lapham, Chairman James Cioffi Chris Mills David Hamilton William Johnson, Alternate Hugh Curtis Earl Neel Peter Koetting Chairman called the meeting to order at 1 :30 p.m. M/S/C (Curtis/Koetting) approving minutes of the March 9 meeting with the following addition: Case 5.0234-CUP, page 5, paragraph 10, add "Madsen abstained" to the motion. • March 23, 1983 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Page 2 • PUBLIC NEARING ITEMS CASE 5.0234-CUP. Application by D. WELLS (AJAX RENT-A-CAR) for approval of car rental businesses at the Biltmore Hotel , 1000 E. Palm Canyon Drive between Camino Real/Deep Well Road, R-3 Zone, Section 23 and the Ramada International Hotel at 1800 E. Palm Canyon Drive at Sunrise Way (I .L.) , Section 24. (Commission response to written comments on draft Negative Declaration, action for filing and final approval .) Recommendation: That the Planning Commission take no further action on the Biltmore portion of the application (since it was denied at the March 9 meeting) , order the filing of a Negative Declaration, and give final approval to the Ramada Inn portion of the application. Planning Director stated that letters had been received in opposition to the Biltmore portion of the application only; that if the Ramada Inn portion were approved, all references in the conditions to the Biltmore portion of the application would be deleted; and that the wording relative to limitation of advertising is in the Zoning Ordinance and Planning staff would recommend leaving it in the conditions of approval . Discussion: Commission discussed advertising of the car rental agency at the Ramada. Assistant City Attorney stated that in the Ordinance the • intent of the condition was that a rental agency in a hotel will be an accessory use to the primary use; and that a more straight-forward condition would be that the auto rental agency in the hotel will be an accessory use. Further discussion followed on the accessory uses in resort hotels. Commissioner Koetting stated that shops in some hotels advertise their location at the hotel address and that it is unfair to restrict a car rental agency from advertising its location in a hotel . Planning Director stated that he had not seen any advertising (other than for restaurants in hotels) except for weekend jewelry and gold sales which the City has stopped; that commercial types of uses are accessible only from the hotel lobby unless they are in a commercial zone; and that if the Commission has any problems with violations, staff would discuss it with them. Chairman declared the hearing open; there being no appearances, the hearing was closed. Discussion: The number of car rental spaces at the Ramada Inn was discussed. Chairman stated that he could not support the application if the address of the agency were given as the hotel address. Assistant City Attorney stated that parking should be provided in excess of required hotel parking to allow approval of an application of this type. M/S/C (Koetting/Lawrence; Curtis dissented; Kaptur & Madsen abstained) • approving Case 5 .0234-CUP (Ramada International Hotel portion) with the following findings and subject to the following conditions: March 23, 1983 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Page 3 • CASE 5.0234-CUP (Cont' d. ) FINDINGS: 1. That a car rental agency at the Ramada International Hotel is a use for which a conditional use permit is authorized by the Zoning Ordinance. 2. That the use is desirable for the development of the community in that it enhances the tourist function of the City, is in harmony with the various objectives and the General Plan, and is not detrimental to existing uses or to uses specifically permitted in the zone in which the proposed use is to be located. 3. That the Ramada International Hotel site is adequate in size and shape to accommodate the use of the required yards, setbacks , walls or fences, landscaping, and other features required in order to adjust the use to those existing or permitted, or future uses of land in the neighborhood. 4. That the site is oriented to streets and highways properly designed and improved to carry the type and quantity of traffic generated by the proposed use. CONDITIONS: • 1. That all recommendations of the Development Committee be met. 2. That there be no advertising which would imply that vehicles may be leased or rented by those other than guests of the subject hotel . 3. That no more than six rental cars be stored at the Hotel . 4. That there be no service or repair facilities for rental cars at the Ramada Inn. NOTE: Any related storage or repair facilities to be located within the City of Palm Springs shall be subject to any requirements of the Zoning Ordinance. 5. That a separate off-site service and repair facility be maintained at all times in order for this conditional use permit to remain valid and in effect. 6. That there be an annual review of the site by the Planning Division prior to renewal of the business license. 7. That no signage be oriented toward the right-of-way. Tribal Council comments: • "It was noted that this item was continued from the City Planning Commission meeting of March 9, 1983. March 23, 1983 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Page 4 • CASE 5.0234-CUP (Cont' d.) After consideration of the recommendations of the Indian Planning Commission, the Tribal Council reiterated the position it took in its March 8, 1983, memo to the City concurring with the findings of Planning Staff and approving the granting of the conditional use permit subject to the conditions outlined in the Planning Commission Staff Report." CASE 6.334-VARIANCE. Application by J. SWANSON for a variance from side yard setbacks for an addition to a residence at 1510 Lobo Way, R-1-C Zone, Section 26. (This action is categorically exempt from environmental assessment per CEQA Guidelines. ) Recommendation: That the Planning Commission deny Variance 6.334 per staff findings. (Commissioner Lawrence left the meeting at this point) Planner III gave the staff report and showed the project on the display board. • Chairman declared the hearing open. J. Swanson, 1510 Lobo Way, the applicant, requested approval of the variance for medical reasons and stated that in reality he was only requesting an additional one and one-half foot encroachment into the setback since four feet could be obtained without variance approval . There being no further appearances, the hearing was closed. Discussion: Commission discussed staff findings. Some Commissioners felt that approval of the application would allow special privilege. Planner III stated that an administrative minor modification (AMM) was discussed with Mr. Swanson but that the same findings are necessary for an AMM as for a variance and none are present in this case. He stated that perhaps Mr. Swanson misinterpreted staff' s statements; and that the addition could be constructed at the rear of the property. NOTE: Commissioner Koetting commented that he felt that the expansion could not be seen and that there might be some grounds for special privilege because of medical reasons. Further discussion followed on this topic. Chairman stated that the medical reasons for the addition could be taken care of internally. After review of the floor plan of the house, Commissioner Koetting agreed. M/S/C (Harris/Madsen; Lawrence absent) denying Variance 6.334 per the following findings: • March 23, 1983 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Page 5 • CASE 6.334 (Cont' d. ) 1 . That there are no special circumstances applicable to the subject property including size, shape, topography, location and/or surroundings whereby the strictest application of the Zoning Ordinance or approval of the variance would be anything more than the granting of a special privilege. 2. That the granting of this variance cannot be conditioned to assure that the adjustment thereby authorized will not constitute a granting of a special privilege. 3. That the granting of this variance may not be detrimental or injurious to property improvements in the same vicinity and zone in which the subject property is located. 4. That the granting of the variance will not affect the General Plan of the City. Chairman stated that Mr. Swanson could appeal the decision to the City Council and staff would explain the process to him. CONSENT AGENDA • The following items are routine in nature and have been reviewed by the Planning Commission, AAC, and staff. No further review is required, and all items are approved by one blanket motion upon unanimous consent. M/S/C (Curtis/Koetting; Lawrence absent) approving the following applications subject to all conditions of staff, Development Committee and the AAC as follows and ordering the filing of a Negative Declaration as indicated: CASE 3.563. B. LEUNG for W. Hench and C . Olson for architectural approval of landscape plans for a warehouse/shop building on Montalvo way between Campana Avenue/Tachevah Road, M-1-P Zone, Section 7 . Conditions: 1. That all recommendations of the Development Committee be met. 2. That all trees be Washingtonia Filifera. 3. That raked dirt be substituted for gravel . 4. That dwarf Oleander be installed in the eastern planter by the trees. 5. That Pyracantha be substituted for Catsclaw. • 6. That dwarf Myrtle be planted on three foot centers and increased numbers be used. March 23, 1983 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Page 6 • CASE 3.563 (Cont' d.) 7. That dwarf Oleander be introduced on the western planter adjoining the street. 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. SIGN APPLICATION. Application by IMPERIAL SIGN CO. for "The Reef" Restaurant (formerly Sambo' s South) for architectural approval of main identification sign for restaurant on East Palm Canyon Drive, R-3 Zone, Section 26. Planning Director explained the configuration and colors of the sign and stated that there are two existing non-conforming signs for the hotel which should be removed at either end of the building; that the amortization period was over in 1977; and that a condition should be placed on approval of the main identification sign as follows: that the existing sign be brought into compliance with the Ordinance or a sign program be approved prior to issuance of permits for the restaurant • sign. Discussion: Similar types of situation were discussed. Assistant City Attorney stated that approval cannot be conditioned on abatement of another non-conforming use because the application must stand on its own merits. Chairman stated that there are other illegal signs on the property and approval of an interrelated application would make matters worse. Discussion continued on the illegal signs. Planning Director suggested continuance of the application until an integrated sign program is submitted. J. Brandt, Imperial Sign Co. , explained the background of the signs and stated that the words "Reef Restaurant" and "Lunch" have been removed from the Tropics Hotel sign. He requested that the restaurant sign be approved as soon as possible. Zoning Enforcement Officer requested submittal of a sign program and stated that a poor job had been done in removal of the wording from the "Tropics Hotel " sign. Discussion: Commission discussed the requirement for a sign program. Chairman stated that approving a sign without approving a sign program was not acceptable. • M/S (Koetting/Kaptur) to approve the sign "The Reef" on the wall per AAC recommendations with the immediate abatement of the non-conforming signs and resubmittal of the sign program for the main sign of the hotel . (later amended to add "prior to issuance of the sign permit for the restaurant". March 23, 1983 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Page 7 . SIGN APPLICATION (Cont'd.) After discussion, the motion was withdrawn with the consent of the seconder. M/S/C (Koetting/Kaptur; Curtis & Madsen abstained; Lawrence absent) to continue the application to April 13 for submittal of an complete sign program, including a restaurant sign and main hotel sign. CASE 3.551 (Minor) . Application by H. LAPHAM for architectural approval of renovation of existing Village Theatre property on North Palm Canyon Drive, C-B-D Zone, Section 15. Planning Director stated that the DDAC had reviewed the plans and recommended that the Redevelopment staff work with the applicant to allow the Redevelopment Agency to become the prime lessee of any vacant stores in the facility, and at the same time allow the property owner an appropriate income. Commissioner Koetting stated that he had thought that the DDAC had concerns that the improvement may impede progressof redevelopmentof the property. Planning Director stated that unless the Redevelopment Agency wants to enjoin the property, the owner should be allowed to develop it. • He then explained staff and AAC recommendations. Discussion: Commission discussed parking requirements for the property. Planner III stated that there would be 292 (202 of these are for night use) parking spaces required as the project is designed; that the site is currently designed with 73. Discussion: Remodeling of the MDX Drugstore was discussed. The applicant, H. Lapham, stated that the reasons for not remodeling the drugstore were that the drugstore and theatre would be included in the second phase and integrated with the first phase; and that the current design was all the owner wanted to do. Redevelopment Director stated that the project had been reviewed by him relative to parking impact; that the DDAC was concerned that additional money spent would cause difficulty in the Fashion Plaza expansion; that an agreement had been signed with De Bartolo Corporation for the Fashion Plaza expansion; that the DDAC wants the City to acquire leases on vacant stores to keep them off the market and not increase costs; that the subject application would probably not be able to proceed since the Redevelopment Agency was becoming involved in purchasing the property; that the project will be a joint venture of the Fashion Plaza with the De Bartolo Corporation and Desert Plaza partnership; that the Redevelopment Agency will be involved with a long-term lease of the property; and that no agreement had been made with the Bunker Trust. He suggested that the project be approved with all conditions required to • make it a viable project in the Redevelopment Area. Commissioner Harris stated that more extensive remodeling should be done than what was being proposed. Concensus was that the entire project should be reviewed (not a piece-meal submittal ). March 23, 1983 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Page 8 • CASE 3.551 (Cont'd.) M/S/C (Curti s/Koetting; Lawrence absent) for a restudy with emphasis on plans for the entire project (with a remodel of the MDX Drugstore as part of the plan) . CASE 3.568. Application by L. SANDOR for R. Floyd for architectural approval of addition to hillside residence at 555 North Patencio Road, R-1-A Zone, Section 10 (Ref. Case 3.421) . Discussion: Commission discussed landscaping of the driveway and the graphic depiction of the house. Planner II stated that the AAC had recommended a less rigid tree treatment along the driveway and that generally the black and white graphics were correct. L. Sandor, the architect, explained the mass and height of the addition and its coloration and screening. He stated that the tree landscape could be redesigned with the submittal of final landscape plans; that lighting of the property is to prevent burglary; and that a condition could be placed to remove the offending lights and allow lighting to be placed where it is not visible from the City. Discussion: Second-story additions to hillside residences were . discussed. Chairman stated that the sensitivity of the house design is lost at night because of the lighting; and that he could not support the application. Mr. Sandor stated that it was impossible to add to the house except in the way proposed. Discussion: The height of the house was discussed. Suggestions were made to the architect for visual lowering of the height by cutting the vertical element with a roof line and stepping the house back on the property. Chairman stated that there was no problem with design, but that there were concerns about adding a second story. Mr. Sandor requested that the Commission disassociate itself from the house below the subject one in further review. M/S/C (Kaptur/Curtis; Lawrence absent) for a restudy of the application noting Commission concerns relative to height, mass, exterior lighting, and driveway landscaping. CASE 5.0254-CUP. Application by P. SPICKLER & J. WEBB for architectural approval of landscape plans and revised elevations for a video game arcade on East Vista Chino between Via Negocio/Biskra Road, C-1 Zone, Section 1. Discussion: Landscape of a portion of the parking lot was discussed. Planner II stated that the landlord did not desire an extensive remodel of the property. March 23, 1983 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Page 9 • CASE 5.0254-CUP (Cont' d.) P. Spickler, the applicant, stated that the parking lot had been redesigned several times and the amount of remodeling proposed was as much as the landlord would allow; and that the owner may allow the building to stay in its present condition since it has been amortized. Planner II stated that staff had not requested as many revisions as the Commission but that staff felt that there should be a use on the property because of its present poor condition; and that no sign program has been submitted except for the sign on Via Negocio and Vista Chino. Discussion: Commission discussed the sign program and the lighting of the building and grounds. M/S/C (Kaptur, Madsen; Harris dissenting; Lawrence absent) approving the application subject to the following conditions: 1. That detailed landscape, irrigation, and exterior lighting plans be submitted (to incorporate revisions to parking lights) . 2. That lights on the east elevation be lowered to eight feet. 3. That a sign program be submitted. MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS WIND ENERGY PROJECTS. Request by STAFF for Planning Commission review of wind energy projects located outside City limits currently being processed by Riverside County. Planner III gave a brief overview as follows: 1. PUP 448 - Project has been altered from the original proposal ; smaller (100 ft. ) turbines are proposed; 100 turbines are to be located due north of I-10 and Highway III junction; substantially less environmental impact than in the original proposals; clustered in rows with a linear effect; will not meet visual objectives of the San Gorgonio Pass EIR; and a dust control program will be required. County staff report includes 45 conditions; not in sphere of influence and has utility corridors and lines existing presently; not discussed in settlement negotiations with the County; Commission has more latitude and comment on the project; any concerns will be forwarded to the City Council (if possible) before County hearings in Indio. 2. PUP 451 - One turbine addition to the Edison facilities; no need for comment since addition is minor; final EIR will be heard on March 31. 3. Final EIR - PUPs 446, 448, 449, 462 - Substantial comment from City which has been marginally answered in the EIR document; staff feels that visual impact should be weighed as heavily as other impacts in the approval of the project; most PUPs have been March 23, 1983 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Page 10 • WIND ENERGY (Cont' d.) withdrawn; in reference to PUP 446, the City should request 1/3 mile setback from I-10; limitation of the turbine types to one to reduce clutter, and limit to 100 ft. in height if the PUP application is submitted. Planner III stated that the turbines will be on the land for 30 years; that the requirements will be for a flat matte finish and colored to the desert environment; that the turbines presently are not manufacturered in several colors; that there would be a road to each turbine covered with gravel to reduce dust; that any addition to the number of turbines requires new public hearings; and that the applicant will be required to restore the site if after five years the site is abandoned; that 25 years remain without bonding, but that the use could be abated per standard public nuisance procedures. Commissioner Harris stated that the impact of the cyclone fences topped with barbed wire should be reduced. Discussion: Air quality during construction and during operation of the turbines was discussed. Planner III stated that the data indicates State and Federal standards will be exceeded. Chairman stated that the City should suggest to the County that the City • of Palm Springs initiate planning in the sphere area. M/S/C (Koetting/ Harris; Lawrence absent) that the City of Palm Springs begin working with Riverside County Board of Supervisors to assume the planning functions in its sphere of influence. M/S/C (Koetting/Kaptur; Lawrence absent) that the Council be aware of Commission concerns relative to wind turbine projects, i .e. , setbacks from the highway, coloration of the turbines, effect on the environment of operation of the turbines, roadways to the turbines, and length of performance bonds. ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION OF INTENTION (CASE 11 .16) . PLANNING COMMISSION adoption of Resolution of Intention to change street name from Eulalia Circle to Araby Court, Section 23. M/S/C (Harris/Madsen; Lawrence absent) adopting a Resolution of Intention to change Eulalia Circle to Araby Court in Section 23. The public hearing on the project will be April 27, 1983. March 23, 1983 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Page 11 • PUBLIC HEARINGS (Cont' d.) CASE 5.0260-ZTA. Initiation by the CITY OF PALM SPRINGS for an amendment to Section 9403.00 B.2. of the Zoning Ordinance to add review of maintenance to the provisions of architectural review. (Commission response to written comments on draft Negative Declaration, action for filing and final approval . No comments received. ) Recommendation: That Planning Commission continue the item to April 13 for further staff review. Planning Director recommended continuance because of wording changes to the text. Chairman declared the hearing open; there being no appearances, the hearing was closed. Chairman continued Case 5.0260-ZTA to the meeting of April 13 for further review and action. CASE 5.0261-ZTA. Initiation by the CITY OF PALM SPRINGS for revisions to Section 9306.00 C.4. of the Zoning Ordinance to increase height of • parking lot light fixtures from 10 ft. to 18 ft. (Commission response to written comments on draft Negative Declaration, action for filing, and final approval . No comments received.) Recommendation: That the Planning Commission order the prepararation of a Negative Declaration and approve Case 5.0261-ZTA. Planning Director reviewed the field trip on March 21 to lighted parking lots. Chairman declared the hearing open; there being no appearances, the hearing the was closed. Discussion: Lighting in parking lots . Concensus was that lighting was not consistent and in some instances, the lots were overlit; that tall fixtures are inappropriate on some lots unless setbacks are modified; that fewer tall fixtures are more effective. Commissioner Kaptur stated that office parking lots should be well lighted for safety of office workers after dark; and that sodium vapor lights give more light more cheaply than mercury vapor lights. Planning Director stated that the ordinance requires that light fixtures not exceed zone building height or are not over 18 ft. and that light levels in the parking lots cannot be below one-foot candle power. • Discussion: Commission discussed the problems and aesthetics of lowered lighting in parking lots. Planning Director stated that if the Commission wants more flexibility in guidelines for parking lots, adjustments must be made in the ordinance to give that authority to the Commission. March 23, 1983 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Page 12 • CASE 5.0261 (Cont' d. ) M/S/C (Madsen/Koetting; Lawrence absent) ordering the filing of a Negative Declaration and approving Case 5.0261-ZTA per staff recommendations including the flexibility to alter lighting guidelines according to the project under consideration. CASE 5 .0262 ZTA. Initiation by the CITY OF PALM SPRINGS for an amendment to the Conditional Use Permit Section (9402.00) of the Zoning Ordinance. (Environmental assessment & tentative approval .) and CASE 5.0263-ZTA. Initiation by the CITY OF PALM SPRINGS for zoning text amend ment to the Planned Development District Section (9407.00) of the Zoning Ordinance. (Environmental assessment & tentative approval . ) Recommendation: That the Planning Commission order the preparation of draft Negative Declarations and continue the cases to April 13 for final approval . Planning Director explained that the revisions proposed require additional staff review and the items should be continued to the April 13 meeting. He requested the Commission to contact staff if they had input on the revisions. Chairman declared the hearing open; there being no appearances, the hearing was closed. Chairman continued the items to the April 13 meeting. (NOTE: Commissioner Kaptur requested that a time limit be placed on architectural approval cases. Planning Director stated that staff was reviewing the architectural approval section of the ordinance at the present time and would address time limits for architectural approval cases.) MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS (Cont' d. ) CASE 10.329. Request by RIM ROCK PLAZA SHOPPING CENTER for Planning Commission determination that basement storage space not require additional parking. Planning Director stated that staff was satisfied with the covenant • proposed by the applicant with the addition of a notarization form which was suggested by the City Attorney. M/S/C (Kaptur/Harris; Lawrence absent) determining that basement storage space does not require additional parking. March 23, 1983 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Page 13 • CONTINUED ITEMS SIGN APPLICATION. C. MILLS for S. Cavallero for architectural approval of sign program for 5-unit commercial condominium project on the northwest corner of Andreas Rd./N. Indian Ave. , C-B-D Zone, Section 15 (Ref. Case 3.379) . Continued to April 13 at the applicant's request. ADDED STARTER - ARCHITECTURAL APPROVAL ITEM CASE 3.520 (Ref. TTM 14009) . Application by B. LEUNG for Friedman Ventures for architectural approval of working drawings for moderate cost residential condominiums on Amado Road between Avenida Caballeros/Sunrise Way, R-4 Zone (I .L. ) , Section 14. M/S/C (Koetting/Kaptur; Lawrence absent; Curtis dissented) approving the working drawings and elevations as submitted. COMMISSION REPORTS, REQUESTS AND DISCUSSION Letter to County of Riverside. After discussion Chairman directed staff to send a letter similar to the one of Mayor Frank Chilsonof Indian Wells • to the County objecting to the elimination of a county land use map in the recently adopted County General Plan. Determination that a radio station is a professional office use. Discussion ensued on whether the use was commercial or office. Planning Director stated that staff would have no problems if antennas did not show but that the ordinance does not address this type of use. He suggested that staff define professional office use more clearly before action is taken. Warner Cable equipment screening. Planning Director stated that the proposed antennas have not been installed; that the antennas on the roof have been in existence for a long time; and that no screening would be completed until the new antennas were installed. Field trip to San Andreas Cove site. Planning Director reminded Commission that the trip would start at 8:30 a.m. from City Hall on March 24 (with luncheon following) . ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to discuss, Chairman adjourned the meeting at 5:10 p.m. r` PLANIV44 ECTOR MDR/mi WP/PC MIN