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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1986/03/26 - MINUTES PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Council Chamber, City Hall March 26, 1986 1:30 p.m. ROLL CALL F-Y 1985 - 1986 Present Present Excused Absences Planning Commission This Meeting to Date to date Paul Madsen, Chairman X 17 0 Hugh Curtis X 17 0 Hugh Kaptur X 15 2 Sharon Apfelbaum X 16 1 Larry Lapham X 17 0 Curt Ealy X 12 0 Earl Neel X 8 0 Staff Present Marvin D. Roos, Planning Director Siegfried Siefkes, Assistant City Attorney Margo Williams, Planner Carol Vankeeken, Planner Richard Patenaude, Planner Robert Green, Planner John Terell, Redevelopment Planner Mary E. Lawler, Recording Secretary Architectural Advisory Committee - March 24, 1986 J. Cioffi , Chairman Alternate: Sharon Apfelbaum Chris Mills Earl Neel Tom Doczi William Johnson Curt Ealy Chairman called the meeting to order at 1:30 p.m. M/S/C (Curtis/Apf elbaum; Ealy absent) approving minutes of March 12, 1986 as submitted. s March 26, 1986 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Page 2 CONSENT ACTION AGENDA Approval of architectural cases is valid for two years. The approval granted must be exercised within that time period unless extended. M/S/C (Lapham/Apfelbaum; Ealy absent) taking the following actions: CASE 3.995 MINOR. Application by ALLEN FENCE for architectural approval of 200 ft. of chainlink fence to secure mostly vacant property at 815 Panorama Drive (hillside lot), R-1-A Zone, Section 9. Continued to April 9, 1986, for review by neighbors with the applicant of an alternative plan. CASE 5.0275-PD-147. Application by DEBARTOLO CORP. for architectural approval of screening of lights under the parking structure and review of sample of mechanical equipment screening for Maxim' s Hotel and Desert Fashion Plaza located on North Palm Canyon Drive, between Tahquitz Way and Areans Road, C-B-D Zone, Section 15. Approved, subject to the following conditions: 1. That the metal material and finish only be approved as a flush seam (no ribs to show) 2. That the details of locations of equipment screening be submitted. 3. That the light screening be submitted. NOTE: The light screening was not submitted for the April 7 AAC meeting. CASE 3.963 (MINOR) . Application by AMERICAN SAVINGS for revised plans for an automatic teller machine at 300 S. Palm Canyon Drive, C-B-D Zone, Section 15. Approved, subject to the following conditions: 1. That the main wall extend beyond the cantilevered skirt a stud width (5 to 6 inches) . 2. That the plaster screed be deleted. 9 March 26, 1986 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Page 3 ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT ACTION AGENDA Approval of architectural cases is valid for two years. The approval granted must be exercised within that time period unless extended. CASE 5.0356-PD-168. Application by J. KOCOUREK for architectural approval of revise ig t fixture type for water park on Gene Autry Trail , located near Crossley Road, M-1 Zone, Section 20. Planner (Green) presented the application and stated that staff is recommending that a combination plan be submitted. He stated that the proposal now calls for three pole lights to be 40 feet in height, although the majority of the lights will be 10 feet in height with light cast towards the ground; and that the AAC felt that the landscape light- ing which gave character to the site might be lost. He stated that the combination of an architectural and landscape lighting plan should be reviewed in the field by staff with adjustments to be made at staff direction; and that the 40-foot high lights are adjacent to the sewer ponds. Discussion ensued on the screening of the 40-foot height. Commissioner Lapham suggested that clusters of palm trees be added adjacent to the poles to soften the height. M/S (Lapham/Neel ; Ealy absent) approving the application, subject to the following conditions: 1. That the landscape lighting plan be submitted for staff approval prior to installation. 2. That a combination of architectural and landscape lighting be reviewed in the field by staff and adjustments made at staff direction. 3. That palm tree clusters be planted adjacent to the 40-foot high light poles to lower the silhouette. CASE 3.819(Minor) . Initiation by the CITY OF PALM SPRINGS a revised sign program for the Palm Springs Civic Center. C-C Zone, Section 13. Planner (Patenaude) presented the revised sign program and stated that the AAC recommended a simple monolith design of concrete as was originally presented in metal by staff. M/S/C (Curti s/Apfelbaum; Ealy absent) approving the sign program as follows: That the signs be a simple monolith style in sandblasted concrete with no relief or design in the surface. March 26, 1986 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Page 4 ARCHITECTURAL APPROVAL ITEMS Approval of architectural cases is valid for two years. The approval granted must be exercised within that time period unless extended. CASE 3.990(Ref. Cases 5.0170-PD-126 and 3.7171. Application by FREIDMAN MNIUKLS for-S o�uilding Symms for architectural approval of a multi-use industrial building in Champion Business Park on Gene Autry Trail , between Sunny Dunes Road/Mesquite Avenue, M-1 Zone, Section 20. and CASE 3.991. Application by FRIEDMAN VENTURES for Shook Building Systems for architectural approval for industrial building in Champion Business Park on Gene Autry Trail, between Sunny Dunes Road/Mesquite Avenue, M-1 Zone, Section 20. Planner (Vankeeken) presented the project on the board and stated that the AAC recommended that the buildings match those of the first phase in proportion and appearance. Planning Director stated that the landscaping which was of concern to the Commission was monitored carefully and the runoff water is caught by swaling. He stated that staff would monitor the remaining landscaping. M/S/C (Curtis/Lapham; Kaptur abstained; Ealy absent) approving the applications as follows: �-' Case 3.990: 1. That all recommendations of the Development Committee be met. 2. That the buildings match the existing approved plans (first phase) . 3. That the metal fascia have a slope. Case 3.991: 1. That all recommendations of the Development Committee be met. 2. That the fascia wrap around the east elevation. 3. That working drawings be reviewed by the AAC and Planning Commission. 4. That the buildings match the existing approved plans. 5. That glue-lam beams be added. 6. That the building proportion and height match the existing buildings. Project architect stated that he concurred with all recommendations and was present to answer questions. March 26, 1986 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Page 5 PUBLIC HEARINGS ,.,. CASE 5.0391-CUP (Continued) . Application by C. MILLS for Moe Salem for a Conditional Use Permit to allow a gasoline service station on the south- east corner of Saturnino Road/Indian Avenue, C-2 Zone (I.L. ) , Section 14. Planner (Williams) presented the case and stated that the applicant is requesting that the original proposal be approved with a time limit of 15 years and review at the end of that period, and a five-year amortiza- tion period be approved. Planning Director stated that alternative actions could be to approve the application as submitted, approve the use with a re-design of the site, approve the property as it stands with a time limit, or denial . He stated that, if the use is approved, staff recommends improvements occur on the service station site to the Palm Springs Paint Store, including resurfacing of the parking lot and the installation of land- scape planters; and that with the rebuilding of Pal Joey's Restaurant which was demolished by fire, the rear of the property will also be improved. He recommended that the Commission include filing of a Nega- tive Declaration in the motion. Planner stated, in reply to Commission question, that the City cannot require other buildings to be improved, but can require that the site be improved. Commissioner Curtis stated that the Commission probably has little control over lessees in the front, if the applicant does not get approval of the original mini-market/service station proposal . Planning Director stated that in a conversation with the master lease- holder, it was indicated that the other users control the building; and that the ability to mandate improvements to the other buildings is extremely limited, but that the site plan can be improved. He stated that the City has less leverage with the property than it would have with one owner and no leases involved. Chairman declared the hearing open. C. Mills, 121 S. Palm Canyon, project architect, stated that the appli- cant requests that the original proposal be accepted with a 15-year time period and that he would like an additional five-year amortization period because of economics. He stated that although the lessee of the paint store may be approached by the master leaseholder on improvements to that location, there is nothing the applicant can do to the struc- tures themselves. He stated that he would have to talk to the applicant about the suggestions staff made on site improvements. There being no further appearances, Chairman declared the hearing closed. Discussion ensued on the length of the leases. Chairman stated that he felt that a ten year period and an additional five year amortization period were preferable so that the Commission did not have to address renewals. March 26, 1986 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Page 6 PUBLIC HEARINGS (Continued) CASE 5.0391-CUP (Continued) Commissioner Lapham stated that the master leaseholder has no control over the buildings and that an upgrade of the parking lot and the rebuild of Pal Joey' s which will improve the rear of the property is the best that can be done. Commissioner Kaptur suggested five year reviews with the possibility of extensions of five years. Commissioner Apfelbaum suggested a compromise such as not requiring the second story to be added to the gas station with the money saved placed into landscaping and the resurfacing of the parking lot. Planning Director stated that a redevelopment area could be extending into the project which would cause a "buy-out" of the unused portion of the lease. Discussion continued. Chairman stated that there would be ten years allowed to the applicant through the natural redevelopment process if the use were terminated. Redevelopment Planner stated that the Redevelopment Agency has the option to buy a business, and that in the subject case the major value is in the business and not in the building itself. He stated that property can be acquired through negotiation and if not successful , condemnation. Discussion continued. Commissioner Neel stated that the site and build- ing should be brought up to standards. Mr. Mills stated that the appli- cant had no problem with extending the planter at the north side of the building and remodeling the building in the rear, but cannot afford to lose the fourth lane of traffic in the front. He stated that the land- scaping proposed originally would include a 62-foot planter mostly in the right-of-way. Planning Director stated that by eliminating the lane, the freestanding sign would be eliminated and a monument sign or a sign on the building would result. He stated that the appearance of the site should be that of today (not the 50's) especially since Indian Avenue is being upgraded. Discussion continued on the expansion of the landscaping. Planning Director stated that if a wall were built to expand the land- scaping area, the wall would be a target for errant drivers (unless the landscape or walk were placed on the inside of the wall ) . Commissioner Kaptur stated that nothing on the inside of the wall would be visible which would be an improvement. In reply to Commission question, Mr. Salem, the applicant, stated that three instead of four lanes would reduce his business 60%. Planning Director stated that the problem could be resolved by using the revised plan, but the revision is major for only a ten-year time period. He stated that the Ordinance requires a 750 sq. ft. building and that there are no grounds to alter the Ordinance, but that the condition could be made to comply with the Ordinance with a year allowed to develop an Ordinance revision requiring less than 750 sq. ft. for service stations. He stated that more than 400 sq. ft. is not needed for self-service March 26, 1986 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Page 7 PUBLIC HEARINGS (Continued) CASE 5.0391-CUP stations, and that the increase in the square footage was in response to review of the Shell station on Sunrise and Ramon and to avoid placing a very small building in a sea of asphalt. He stated that the 750 sq. ft. requirement was a compromise between the Ordinance size of 1000 sq. ft. and the staff recommendation of 400 sq. ft. Commissioner Curtis stated that the Commission was trying to include restrooms and that was the reason a larger building was needed, and that the Ordinance should be changed to allow a building size of less than 750 sq. ft. He stated that the time period of 15 to 20 years is too long because of the possibility of inclusion of the site in the C-B-D Zone and that although lease length is of concern to the applicant, it is not of concern to the Commission. He stated that the use should be reviewed every five years and that as many improvements as possible should be obtained from the applicant. Mr. Mills stated that a five- or ten-year period would not be acceptable to the applicant because of the expense of the remodel . He stated that the Commission is adding conditions and lessening the amortization period which makes it more difficult for the applicant; and that 15 years plus a five year amortization period is what the applicant needs for economic reasons. Discussion ensued on the amortization period. Commissioner Kaptur stated that it is not fair to require the applicant to incur inordinate expense with the possibility of termination of the use at the end of five years. Discussion continued on the addition of a wall . Mr. Mills stated that it could be added. Commissioner Kaptur stated that he felt that the design problems could be resolved. Commissioner Ealy arrived at the meeting. M/S/C (Lapham/Curtis; Ealy abstained) ordering the filing of a Negative Declaration and approving the application subject to the following con- ditions: 1. That the time period for the improvements be 10 years with Plan- ning Commission review at the end of the ten year period. 2. That the site area up to the paint store and automotive building be improved. 3. That the site plan be redesigned per staff recommendations (maximum landscaping), except that four lanes be retained. 4. That the landscape planter be extended on the north side of the service station building to the property line. 5. That the building size is subject to Ordinance requirements. 6. That the sign for the station be placed on the building. March 26, 1986 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Page 8 PUBLIC HEARINGS (Continued) CASE 5.0391-CUP 7. That a wall be added to screen the site from Indian Avenue. 8. That all recommendations of the Development Committee be met. 9. That the development Committee and AAC recommendations be met. 10. That detailed landscape, irrigation, exterior lighting and signing plans be submitted prior to issuance of building permits. Discussion ensued on a mini-market. Commissioner Kaptur stated that in the subject case a mini-market should be allowed on the site and that it would be far superior to the existing garage. Planning Director stated that a mini-market is not allowed by the Zoning Ordinance, and that other cities are requesting the Palm Springs Ordinance since they have problems with the combination of a mini-market and a gas station. He stated that the mini-market proposal was denied by the Council 5 - 0. Mr. Mills stated that he had heard that a long-term lease was being negotiated on the garage. TRIBAL COUNCIL COMMENTS. This Case was considered by the Tribal Council at its meetings of February 11, and February 25, and March 11, 1986. After consideration of the recommendations of the Tribal Planning Con- sultant, the Tribal Council took the following measures. 1. Reiterated its previous actions to approve the filing of a Nega- tive Declaration with mitigation measures. 2. Reiterated its previous recommendations that in lieu of enlarging the existing structure, the expenditure of resources be focused on renovating/remodeling the existing service station, enhancing the proposed landscaping and outside lighting, upgrading the driveways/parking areas and providing additional screening and buffering. ARCHITECTURAL APPROVAL ITEMS (Continued) Approval of architectural cases is valid for two years. The approval granted must be exercised within that time period unless extended. CASE 3.989. Application by CARPETERIA for architectural approval of commer- cial building on North Palm Canyon Drive, between Yorba/Alvarado, C-1 and R-G-A(6) Zones, Section 3. Planner (Vankeeken) presented the project on the board and stated that the AAC recommended that the look be more commercial . M/S/C (Kaptur/Lapham) for a restudy, noting the following concerns: March 26, 1986 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Page 9 ARCHITECTURAL APPROVAL ITEMS (Continued) CASE 3.989 (Continued) 1. That the building have a more commercial (less industrial ) appearance. 2. That the showroom be integrated into the building. 3. That the (east) elevation be more attractive. 4. That the north boundary planter be reduced to five feet. MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS TIME EXTENSION-CASE 3.216. Request by ADRIAN GUEVARA for a 12-month time extension on a dance studio, store and office on Desert Park Road, C-1 Zone, Section 1. Planning Director stated that the building was originally approved as a dance studio, but is now proposed as a commercial building. M/S/C (Kaptur/Lapham) approving a 12-month time extension for Case 3.216. The new expiration date will be 3-20-87. TIME EXTENSION-CASE 3.259. Application by W & H BUILDERS for a 12-month time extension for single-family residence on Sunrise Way, between Francis/Racquet Club Roads, R-1-C Zone, Section 1. In reply to Commission question, Planning Director stated that resi- dences on Sunrise Way (which is an Architectural Approval street) are required to have Planning Commission approval which is the reason for the applicant's requesting a time extension. M/S/C (Kaptur/Curtis; Ealy abstained) approving a 12-month time exten- sion for Case 3.259. The new expiration date will be 3-20-87. CASE 5.0400. Planning Commission review of draft revised Zoning Ordinance. Planning Director stated that all sections have been received from Word Processing and reviewed by staff and will be mailed to the Commis- sioners. He stated that the first meeting on the Ordinance will be April 9. March 26, 1986 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Page 10 COUNCIL ACTIONS. Planning Commission update on City Council actions. - New Fee Schedule. Planning Director stated that the new fee schedule is in force, but that there is a 60-day grace period for residential projects. Convention Center. Planning Director stated that the hotel has been submitted, and the architects have been requested to develop an alternate design (resembling the hotel ) for the convention center. ARCHITECTURAL APPROVAL ITEMS - ADDED STARTERS (Continued) Approval of architectural cases is valid for two years. The approval granted must be exercised within that time period unless extended. CASE 3.0016 (Minor) . Application by DeBARTOLO CORP. for architectural approval of new storefront for store (Footlocker) in Desert Fashion Plaza, 100 block of N. Palm Canyon Drive between Tahquitz Way/Arenas Road, PD-147, Section 15. Planning Director stated that the design submitted was unimaginative and the AAC recommended a restudy. M/S/C (Lapham/Ealy) for a restudy, noting the following concerns: 1. That the soffit have a stucco surface that matches the existing building. 2. That the glass portions of the store front extend to the neutral columns. 3. That revised colors be submitted. 4. That revised tiles be submitted with tile size included. 5. That complete revised drawings be submitted. CASE 3.944. Request by R. VALENTINE for reconsideration of condition requir- ing glue-lam fascia for hotel on the southwest corner of N. Indian Avenue/Via Escuela, R-2 Zone, Section 3. Planning Director stated that the AAC reaffirmed the requirement for glue-lam beams instead of wood for the fascia. M/S/C (Kaptur/Curtis) reaffirming approval of the glue-lam fascia and requiring the following: 1. That the beams be bolted to the facade. 2. That a soffit be placed under the fascia. 3. That there be a restudy of the awnings on the west elevation and that awnings on the second floor windows be deleted. March 26, 1986 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Page 11 ARCHITECTURAL APPROVAL ITEMS - ADDED STARTERS (Continued) CASE 7.628-AMM. Application by MARVIN FRANKEL for architectural approval of addition to second story at 401 Merito Place, R-1-A Zone, Section 10. M/S/C (Ealy/Neel ) approving the application as submitted. PUBLIC COMMENTS None. COMMISSION, REPORTS AND DISCUSSION League of Women Voters Forum. Commissioner Apfelbaum stated that a League of Women Voters forum relating to the City Council election will be held at City Hall on April 1, 7 to 10 p.m. , City Council Chamber. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to discuss, Chairman adjourned the meet- ing at 2:55 p.m. PLA N NG DIRECTOR MDR/ml II WP/PLNG MIN i PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES • Council Chamber, City Hall April 9, 1986 1:30 p.m. ROLL CALL F-Y 1985 - 1986 Present Present Excused Absences Planning Commission This Meeting to Date to date Paul Madsen, Chairman X 18 0 Hugh Curtis X 18 0 Hugh Kaptur X 16 2 Sharon Apfelbaum X 17 1 Larry Lapham X 18 0 Curt Ealy X 13 0 Earl Neel X 9 0 Staff Present Marvin D. Roos, Planning Director Siegfried Siefkes, Assistant City Attorney Margo Williams, Planner Carol Vankeeken, Planner Dave Forcucci , Zoning Enforcement Officer Richard Patenaude, Planner Douglas Evans, Planner Robert Green, Planner Emily Perri , Economic Development Coordinator John Terell , Redevelopment Planner Mary E. Lawler, Recording Secretary Architectural Advisory Committee - April 7, 1986 J. Cioffi , Chairman Alternate: Curt Ealy Chris Mills Earl Neel Tom Doczi William Johnson Sharon Apfelbaum Chairman called the meeting to order at 1:30 p.m. M/S/C (Apfelbaum/Kaptur) approving minutes of March 26, 1986 as submitted.