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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1986/10/22 - MINUTES x PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Council Chamber, City Hall October 22, 1986 1:30 p.m. ROLL CALL F-Y 1986 - 1987 Present Present Excused Absences Planning Commission This Meeting to Date to date Larry Lapham, Chairman X 7 0 Hugh Curtis X 7 0 Brent Hough X 1 - Hugh Kaptur X 6 2 Earl Neel X 5 2 Gary Olsen - 6 1 Barbara Whitney X 4 1 Staff Present Marvin D. Roos, Planning Director Siegfried Siefkes, Assistant City Attorney Carol Vankeeken, Planner Robert Green, Planner Margo Williams, Planner Mary E. Lawler, Recording Secretary Architectural Advisory Committee - October 20, 1986 P1icie4al BUCCi^o William Johnson �- Chris Mills Gary Olsen Tom Doczi Barbara Whitney Chairman called the meeting to order at 1:30 p.m. M/S/C (Curtis/Neel ; Olsen) approving minutes of October 8 as submitted. There were no Tribal Council comments. ADMINISTRATIVE NOTE: Chairman welcomed new Planning Commissioner Brent Hough, local insurance agent, to the Commission. October 22, 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 (Curtis/Neel ; Olsen absent) taking the following actions: Case 3.758 (Continued). Application by RATTNER INVESTMENTS, III for architec- tural approva of revised landscape plans for a 129-unit apartment com- plex on Farrell Drive between Hwy 111/Sonora Road, R-3 Zone, Section 24. Removed from the agenda pending receipt of plans. Abstention: Kaptur CASE 3.0023. Application by B. LEUNG for A. Yermian for architectural approval of final detailed landscape, irrigation, and exterior lighting plans for commercial building at Camino Monte Vista/N. Palm Canyon Drive, C-1 Zones, Section 10. Approved subject to the following conditions: 1. That carobs be added to the east property line (to provide the required 8' screen within reasonable time) . 2. That vines be added to the modified planter at the south property line. 3. That evergreen trees be substituted for some of the Crepe Myrtle a..> trees along Camino Monte Vista. 4. That a tree be added to the planter in the parking area. 5. That the details be reviewed by staff. CASE 3.0114 (MINOR) . Application by PRESCOTT-ANTARES CORPORATION for archi- tectural approval of landscape, irrigation, and exterior lighting plans and parking lot plans for existing hotel at 772 Prescott Drive, R-2 Zone, Section 10. Approved subject to the following conditions: 1. That the concrete be colored, patterned or exposed aggregate. 2. That a striping detail of the spaces be provided. 3. That the details be reviewed by AAC. October 22, 1986 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Page 3 CONSENT AGENDA CASE 3.0120 (MINOR) HOA. Application by SUNRISE OASIS HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION .�, for architectural approval of patio structure at 839 Calle de Mimosas, PD-30, Section 12. Approved subject to the following conditions: 1. That cross members be installed. 2. That the structure be painted a dark color to match existing patio structures on street. CASE 3.0122 (HOA) . Application by ED BLANCHARD for the Tennis Club Condo Homeowners ssociation for architectural approval of carports at Tennis Club at 555 W. Baristo Road, R-G-A(8) Zone, Section 15. Approved subject to the following conditions: 1. That columns of westerly carport be arranged per marked plans. 2. That the carport including posts and underside of roof be painted to match existing buildings. 3. That carports be erected without the additional fascia. TIME EXTENSION - CASE 5.0360-PD-170. Application by MARK KNORRINGA for Robert T. armington Company or a twelve-month time extension for a Planned Development District to allow construction of a 190-unit hotel on E. Palm Canyon Drive, R-2 and R-3 Zones, Section 26. subject to all original conditions of appro- Approved twelve-month time extension./ New expiration date: May 6, val . 1987. CASE 3.953. Application by MICHAEL KINER for Horwitch Galleries for archi- tectural approval of main identification sign for art gallery at 1090 N. Palm Canyon Drive between Tachevah Drive/N. Indian Avenue, C-1 Zone, Section 10. Approved as submitted. 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. S October 22, 1986 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Page 4 ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA CASE 3.960. Application by CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATES for the Palm Springs Mall for architectural approval of revised working drawings for the north side of an existing shopping center on the northwest corner of Tahquitz-McCallum Way/Farrell Drive, C-S-C Zone, Section 18. Planner (Williams) presented the project at the display board. She stated that the AAC recommended that there be a dual wall system (stucco wall fronted by a glass block wall ) on the north elevation, recommended approval of the bus stop with benches and shade trees as part of land- scape plans, and the K-Mart Garden Center subject to conditions. Discussion ensued on the pedestrian walk on the north elevation. D. Christian, 1000 S. Palm Canyon, project architect stated that it was not crucial to the developer whether or not the walk were installed. Commissioner Kaptur stated that he would be in favor of allowing the developer to decide whether or not to construct the bus shelter and the walk. Motion was made by Kaptur to approve the elevations, bus stop, and garden center subject to conditions. Motion died for lack of a second. Discussion ensued on the viability of a bus stop. Commissioner Whitney stated that shelters become trash collectors and that benches and land- scaping would be a better choice. Discussion continued on the walkway. Commissioner Curtis noted that he felt there should be a walkway and landscaping on the north elevation. Mr. Christian repeated that there would be merit to having a 4k ft. sidewalk since there would be some foot traffic on it, but that there will be several openings into the shopping center and a walkway is not absolutely necessary. Commissioner Kaptur noted that walks replace areas which could be landscaped, and that a better treatment would be landscaping without a walk. Mr. Christian explained that a walkway was recommended by the landscape architects on the AAC. Discussion continued on the bus stop. G. Victerson, Benequity Properties, Wilshire Blvd. , Los Angeles, stated that the bus shelter was provided in response to planning staff recommendations and is proposed to be air conditioned, but is not an absolute necessity. Planner stated that the location is where there was a SunLine stop, that staff recom- mended that some sun protection be provided, and that the shelter is an evolution of the recommendation for shade. Commissioner Kaptur stated that the location is a popular one for waiting passengers, but the shelter is not a necessity. Commissioner Curtis noted that the shelter is on private property and if the developer wants to construct it, it would be acceptable. M/S/C (Curtis/Kaptur; Whitney dissented; Olsen absent; Hough abstained) taking the following actions: North elevation: 1. That glass block be used in conjunction with a solid wall as a backdrop. October 22, 1986 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Page 5 ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA CASE 3.960. (Continued) 2. That the glass block be lighted. 3. That the pilaster on the walls be widened to extend beyond the columns. 4. That the openings be retained in the canopy area. 5. That the area in front of the north elevation have 50% sidewalk and 50% landscaping. Bus Shelter: Approved as requested by the applicant. Garden Center: 1. That the columns be full in design and 16" square in size. 2. That all recommendations of the Development Committee be met. NOTE: Commissioner Whitney dissented because she felt that the revised plans were far different from the original approval . CASE 3.989. Application by CARPETERIA for architectural approval of revised elevations for commercial building on N. Palm Canyon Drive between Yorba/Alvarado, C-1 and R-G-A6 Zones, Section 3. Planner (Vankeeken) presented the project. M/S/C (Hough/Neel ; Olsen absent) approving the application subject to the following conditions: 1. That the screed lines on the south elevation be deleted. 2. That the planter at the east entrance be increased in size. 3. That the tile on the south elevation be returned using a hip roof. 4. That the plaster mass (roof) be deleted. 5. That the landscape plans be restudied to include the following: a. The Bottle Trees to be 15 gallon and 24" box size. b. That vines/shrubs be added to the east wall in the parking lot. C. That more trees be provided. d. That the sizes of the trees be upgraded and integrated with the building design. 1 October 22, 1986 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Page 6 PUBLIC HEARINGS CASE 5.0400-ZTA (Continued) . Initiation by the CITY OF PALM SPRINGS of revisions to Zoning Orainance (all sections). Commission response to written comments on Draft Negative Declaration; final approval . No comments received. ) Recommendation: That the Commission continued the item to November 26. Planning Director stated that staff is developing dialogue in response to concerns of the Tribal Council , that a meeting date with the Tribal Council had not been established, but could Dossibly at the November 19 study session, and could include the City Council . He requested that the Commission thoroughly review the revised ordinances so in the future there are no surprises such as seemed to be the case when shading of parking lots was discussed at the October study session. He recommended a continuance to November 26 and stated that staff would be available to discuss the revisions with any of the Commissioners. Commissioner Whitney and Kaptur requested appointments to review the changes. Chairman declared the hearing open. There being no appearances the hearing was closed. Chairman recommended that the Commissioners read each section thoroughly and write down questions, because of the vital importance of the Zoning Ordinance as it relates to the General Plan. M/S/C (Kaptur/Whitney; Olsen absent) continuing the Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment to November 26. CASE 5.0418-CUP. Application by CHRIS MILLS for Mark Hastings for a condi- tional use permit to allow a preschool day care center for 48 children on Racquet Club Road between Farrell Drive/Cerritos Road, R-1-C Zone, Section 1. (Environmental assessment; tentative approval . ) Recommendation: That the Commission order the preparation of a Draft Negative Declaration, give tentative approval , and continue the applica- tion to November 12 for written response to the preparation of the Draft Negative Declaration. Planner (Vankeeken) presented the staff report, and stated that there has been some objection from the neighbors. Discussion ensued on parking. In response to Commission question Planning Director stated that staff's recommendation was the circular driveway since the condition seems to be one of driving through rather than parking and leaving cars to take the children into the day care center. Commissioner Whitney stated that there will be a back-up of autos if 48 children are dropped off and this might affect traffic. October 22, 1986 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Page 7 PUBLIC HEARINGS (Continued) CASE 5.0418-CUP. (Continued) in Planning Director stated that/ previous experiences with other centers, drop-offs and pick-ups are staggered and no complaints have ever been received although Racquet Club Road has more traffic than streets on which other centers are located. Chairman declared the hearing open. C. Mills, 121 S. Palm Canyon, project architect, requested that the requirement for undergrounding utilities be waived since there are no undergrounded utilities in the area. He stated that the applicant would plan to underground the utilities to the building from the main line. Planning Director stated that ordinance requirements require under- grounding, but a single lot could be under at covenant to underground in the future when more development takes place. Mr. Mills requested that the condition for landscaping before issuance of building permits be changed to the ability to present landscape plans during construction as is normally done, and the provision to place all the equipment outside of the setback area deleted since it would place equipment within 15 ft. of the building which is not desirable. He requested that a 10 ft. rather than a 15 ft. setback be allowed in the rear as in the sideyards. He stated that a hedge, which will eventually grow to 9 to 10 ft. in height will screen the equipment within a few years, and that most children will attend either morning or afternoon (not both) , and that 48 cars would not be coming and going at the same time. He stated that the operation is on a monthly basis with children coming in at different times during the day. Chairman requested a show of hands of those in opposition to the pro- ject; several people in the audience raised their hands. G. Werchal , 2279 Racquet Club Road, stated that in the six years that he has lived on Racquet Club there have been at least six serious accidents because Racquet Club Road is a speedway. He stated that the center will be dangerous to the children, the drivers, and the property owner, that one of the other centers which his son attended is on a side street with on-street parking, and that parents using - the center still had to be careful . He stated that there is both commercial and passenger traffic on Racquet Club and accidents will occur. A. Osborne, 2315 Del Lago, property owner abutting the northside of the day care center, stated that Racquet Club is a heavily traveled street and there is difficulty accessing Racquet Club presently, with the set- backs the playground area will be very close to her back door and that the privacy of her pool area will be lost. She stated that the area is residential not commercial in character and that the day care center should be located in a commercial area since its location in a residential area would be detrimental to property values. She stated that the location is below the flight path of the airport and low flying aircraft. She complained that there could be 48 children in the morning and 48 in the afternoon and that the lot is not an appropriate one for the use. October 22, 1986 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Page 8 PUBLIC HEARINGS (Continued) CASE 5.0418-CUP. (Continued) Mrs. K. Burdick, of Del Lago, also voiced opposition stating that she agreed with Mrs. Osborne's comments and that it is a dangerous location for a day care center. She stated that there are other day care centers in the area, and, that another one is not needed. B. McDonald, owner of the Monkey Tree Hotel on Racquet Club Road voiced opposition stating noise will be a factor and will disturb his quiet clientele, that his hotel business is based on peace and quiet, that his hotel is grandfathered into a R-1 Zone and surrounding uses should not be more intensive that R-1, that in his experience with children being cared for at a neighboring house, there was much noise and dogs barked constantly, and that after talking to the neighbor the use ceased. He stated that if the use were approved, in order for his hotel to continue operating there would have to be screening of the noise of the children such as a line of sight barrier wall . He stated that parking will be a problem since overflow parking will crowd his lot and exclude his guests from their parking spaces. He stated that some resolution of the parking problem would be necessary, that in his location cars sometimes do not navigate the curve on Racquet Club and land on his and adjoining properties. He stated that he approves of development such as the neighboring church and residences, but that development should be beneficial not detrimental . He requested that the use be reviewed in conjunction with R-1 uses. Mrs. J. Mallory, 2245 Racquet Club, nearby resident, stated that she understood the need for child care since she is a single parent, but that the proposal is commercial and should not be in a residential area because of noise and traffic. She stated she would not have bought her home if the area had not been R-1 and that the rules of the game should not be changed. She stated that the zoning allows day care in a resi- dential neighborhood under a Conditional Use Permit and that Airports, Amusement Parks and Circusesare also allowed in this type of zoning which amazes her. She requested that the Commission be sensitive to the wishes of the neighbors. C. Mills (rebuttal ) stated that the applicant is being sensitive to the neighborhood and in reviewing parking with the Traffic Engineer there were no problems with the design, and that a hedge will be planted around the property and will grow fairly high for screening. He stated that a 6-foot wall will be constructed around the entire property except for the street side, that the use is a pre-school not a day care center with a structured environment, that there will be only 12 children outside at a time, that based on the parking design the location is appropriate and if there were any other suggestions to solve problems he and the applicant would be receptive. In reply to Chairman' s question, he stated that the children will not all be outside at one time in order to lessen noise impacts. There being no further appearances, chairman declared the hearing closed. Planning Director stated that the lots are large in the area because of re-zoning in the 1970's, that the Monkey Tree Hotel and apartments in October 22, 1986 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Page 9 PUBLIC HEARINGS (Continued) CASE 5.0418-CUP. (Continued) the area are not conforming and can continue 30-years before conversion, that the CUP will be sent to the City Council for action, and that the use can be allowed under a Conditional Use Permit in any zone in the City. Commissioner Kaptur stated that he was concerned about the noise and felt that the use should be in a commercial or industrial zone, unless the children did not go outside which is not healthful for them. Commissioner Whitney agreed. Planning Director stated that there have been no complaints regarding noise from any of the day care centers in the City and that most of them are adjacent to R-1 Zone lots. He stated that occasionally there are some parking impacts, that the use would be under a Conditional Use Permit and noise could be reviewed in case of complaints, and the number of children outside can be controlled and problems mitigated. Commissioner Whitney stated that safety is an issue because of ingress and egress to Racquet Club Road and that if her concern could be alleviated she might change her mind. Commissioner Curtis asked if there could be a right-in and right-out condition imposed. Planning Director stated that the Traffic Engineer has no concerns with the driveway as proposed since cars have the oppor- tunity to move out of the traffic lane and make turning movements. In reply to Commission question, he stated that children cannot come from the back of the building to the front unobserved, and that hours of operation are 7 to 6 during the week (no weekends). Commissioner Kaptur stated that neighborhood schools have been in existence for many years and persons buying into the neighborhood know about them prior to purchasing homes, but in the subject case persons did not know that a day care center could be in the neighborhood. He stated that the applicant will expend much money on the project and it would be difficult to rescind the Conditional Use Permit if complaints occurred, because of the project's expense, and the neighbors will have to endure the problem. Commissioner Curtis stated that there might be a problem also with the proximity to the airport flight path. M/S/C (Kaptur/Neel ; Olsen absent) denying the CUP application. October 22, 1986 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Page 10 PUBLIC HEARINGS (Continued) CASE 5.0416-CUP. Application by CHRIS MILLS for US Sprint for a conditional �..� use permit to allow a prefabricated building to house an unmanned switching station on N. Indian Avenue between Radio/Las Vegas Roads, C- M Zone, Section 34. (Environmental assessment; tentative approval . ) Recommendation: That the Commission order the preparation of a Draft Negative Declaration; tentatively approve the application; and continue the case to November 12 for Commission response to written comments on the Draft Negative Declaration. Planner (Williams) presented the project on the board stating that the AAC recommended that the landscape plans be considered as final because of their completeness. Chairman declared the hearing open. C. Mills, 121 S. Palm Canyon, project architect, stated that the chain link fence proposed on the north_ e.nd street elevations will be screened, by a meandering staggered row of oleanders which will grow over the six foot height of the fence. He requested that the Development Committee condition to provide on-site parking be deleted since the project is not being approved as a parking lot. He also requested that the condition for decomposed granite (DG) be deleted since the area is not irrigated and there is no need for DG to keep weeds down, and that maintenance will be provided. He stated that there is no blowsand problem in the area and requested that the condition to provide turf block to sustain the weight of fire trucks be deleted since the station is unmanned, the building is fireproof, and can be reached by hoses because of the small lot. In reply to Chairman' s question about the boilerplate conditions of the Development Committee, Planning Director stated that DG prohibits plant growth if properly compacted. Planner stated that the zone on the large lot to the west is R-2. Planning Director stated that the AAC recommended approval of the chain link fence if it were screened and landscaped. M/S/C (Kaptur/Curtis; Olsen absent) ordering the preparation of a Draft Negative Declaration tentatively approving CUP 5.0416, and comtinuing the case to November 12 for Commission response to written comments on the Draft Negative Declaration. PUBLIC COMMENTS - NONE. October 22, 1986 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Page 11 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 3.0118 (MINOR) . Application by HARVEY KATOFSKY for Cafe Mahvalous for arc ni ec ura approval of outdoor dining area at the Desert Fashion Plaza, N. Palm Canyon Drive, PD-147, Section 15. Planner (Green) stated that the AAC recommended restudy because of the odd angle of the wall at the mall entrance, which created dead space, the untidiness of the busing station at the proposed location, and the small planters which precluded the use of ficus. He stated that since the AAC meeting the applicants have submitted revised plans addressing all concerns of the AAC. M/S/C (Kaptur/Curtis; Olsen absent) approving the application as revised in response to AAC concerns: the busing station location is now moved inside, the angle of the wall is revised to eliminate the awkward space, and the planter is revised to a stepped design. CASE 3.0124 (MINOR) . Application by TENEN COOPER COMPANY for architectural approval of-deviation from approved sign program for sign at 1111 Tahquitz Way, C-1-AA Zone (IL), Section 14. Planner (Williams) stated that the applicant had withdrawn the applica- tion. (No action was necessary) . CASE 3.0103. Application by HAROLD PALLVINY for architectural approval of revised plans for single family hillside residence on Ridge Road/El Camino Way, R-1-C Zone, Section 27. Planner (Vankeeken) presented the project and stated that the applicant has some questions about the Development Committee conditions. Mrs. L. Pallviny, the applicant, requested deletion of the Fire Depart- ment condition to install a fire hydrant on Ridge Road since water lines are only 4 inches and are of insufficient size for firefighting. She requested that a covenant be allowed for future fire hydrant installation when larger water lines are installed. She also requested that the requirement to provide a sprinkler system be deleted because the installation would not integrate with the types of beams proposed. Chairman stated that the Planning Commission does not have the option to waive Fire Department requirements, and that the new residential fire sprinklers are well designed and not expensive. In reply to Commission question, Planner stated that the AAC had no comments on the wood deck. Commissioner Kaptur stated that the AAC recommended revisions to the southwest corner whose design does not integrate with the architecture of the house, but that the staff can review the condition and if not comfortable, bring it back to the Commission. M/S/C (Kaptur/Neel ; Olsen absent) approving the application subject to the following conditions: October 22, 1986 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Page 13 COMMISSION REPORTS, REQUESTS AND DISCUSSION. Andreas Cove Country Club (Case 5.0258-PD-145). Commission will review `-- final plans for Andreas Cove Country Club, which is now being processed by the County. AAC Membership. New Commissioners Whitney, Olsen and Hough will serve rotating assignments on the AAC. Architect Will Kleindienst was appointed to the AAC effective immediately to fill the vacancy of James Cioffi . ARCHITECTURAL APPROVAL ITEMS (Continued) CASE 3.0121 (MINOR). Application by CASA CODY for architectural approval for renovation o existing property and buildings to be operated as a hotel at 175 Cahuilla Road, R-3 Zone, Section 15. Planner (Williams) described the changes in the building stating that the AAC recommends approval and noting that the building is on the his- torical list and has some historical significance. M/S/C (Curtis/Neel ; Olsen absent) approving the application subject to the following conditions: 1. That the wall color be the medium shade of peach (4281W) and that the trim (doors/windows only) be the medium aqua (4954D) . 2. That a landscape, lighting and irrigation plan be submitted for review by AAC. 3. That the perimeter stucco wall at the entry be repainted to match the wall colors. 4. That all recommendations of the Development Committee be met. CASE 3.0085. Application by MARK BLAICH CONSTRUCTION for architectural approval for revised plans for a 4-unit apartment building at Junipero Street and San Marco, R-2 Zone, Section 3. Planner (Williams) presented the case and stated that the applicants are requesting continuance to discuss the restudy recommendation with the AAC since they were unable to attend the October 20 AAC meeting. M/S/C (Kaptur/Hough; Olsen absent) continuing the application to November 12. CASE 3.0097 (MINOR) . Application by CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATES for American Divie—r—sTiMe-TTapital Corp. for architectural approval of revised plans to modify front elevation and entry designations and new signage at the Courtyard, 777 E. Tahquitz Way, C-1AA Zone, Section 14. Planner (Williams) presented the case stating that the changes to the exterior are a fulfillment of Planning Commission conditions for the theater and courtyard, but that the applicant has revised the plans since they were approved in September 1986. She stated that the pine green October 22, 1986 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Page 12 ARCHITECTURAL APPROVAL ITEMS (Continued) CASE 3.0103. (Continued) 1. That the lower level of the southwest corner be restudied (bath- room area). (Details to be reviewed by staff, and returned to the Commission if necessary. ) 2. That the exposed beams be larger (6x). 3. That the roof tile be flashed or multi-colored. 4. That all recommendations of the Development Committee be met. MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS CASE 3.0113 (MINOR) Continued. Initiation by CITY OF PALM SPRINGS for a review of standards or tree sizes in conjunction with parking lot shading requirements. M/S/C (Kaptur/Whitney; Olsen absent) continuing the application to November 26 to be reviewed in conjunction with the revised Zoning Ordinance. CASE 5.0411-MISC. (Continued) . Planning Commission review of Draft EIR for the Riverside County edevelopment Agency of projects in the City's Sphere of Influence. Planning Director stated that staff has not been able to schedule a meeting with the County Redevelopment staff and recommended that the item be continued to November 12. M/S/C (Curtis/Whitney; Olsen absent) continuing the item to November 12. CASE 5.0420-MISC. (Continued). Planning Commission review of Commission Annual Report for FY 19ST/86. Planning Director stated that graphics are not finished on the report and recommended continuation to November 12. M/S/C (Kaptur/Curtis; Olsen absent) continuing the item to November 12. CITY COUNCIL ACTIONS. Update of City Council actions. League of California Cities. Council is attending league meeting and t ere was no study session on October 14. South Palm Canyon Specific Plan. Meeting has been scheduled for November 1th staff and members of the Tribal Council although the Tribal Council chairman will be out of town. October 22, 1986 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Page 14 ARCHITECTURAL APPROVAL ITEMS (Continued) CASE 3.0097 (MINOR) . (Continued) color of the tile band is proposed to be changed to aqua and that the columns with glass block and stucco are proposed to be freestanding from the main building, although the Commission approved the columns connected to the fascia with the interior columns only being freestanding. She stated that the AAC vote for the freestanding columns was 4-2. Planning Director stated that the current owner realizes that the center has an identity crisis. Chairman stated that the applicant is trying to create activity on Tah- quitz, but that there is no parking along that street. Planning Director stated that pedestrian activity will increase because of the theater, hotel , and convention center, and that the showcasing will present less of an office appearance to the building. He stated that before the ban on neon signs, staff had suggested a wall on Tahquitz with a band of neon script to change the appearance. Chairman questioned whether or not the columns should be attached to the building since if the changes do not attract customers to the center, the applicants may want to remove the columns. In reply to Commission question, Planning Director stated that the Commission is approving the changes made to the approved conditions of September 1986. Planner indicated that the approval would be for deletion of two walls, change of the color of the tile band and for freestanding columns. She explained that the working drawings of the showcase design would be returned to the Commission for review. Discussion continued on the glass block and stucco columns. Planning Director stated that the AAC recommendation was that the columns be free- standing, but that staff thought it would be better to connect them, and a better solution could probably be found. Planner stated that staff feels that the showcases should be an integral part of the building. Chairman suggested that the applicant find a way to connect the columns, but that the plan should be returned to the Commission showing a suitable connection. M/S/C (Curtis/Hough; Kaptur abstained; Olsen absent) approving the revisions subject to the following conditions: 1. That a sample of the paint color be submitted with the glass block during the review (by AAC and Planning Commission) of working drawings. 2. That the applicant design the glass block and stucco columns to con- nect to the building. 3. That all recommendations of the Development Committee be met. I I i October 22, 1986 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Page 15 COMMISSION REPORTS, REQUESTS AND DISCUSSIONS. (Continued) - Water Symposium, October 17 at the Pavilion. Interesting, information symposium with excellent and knowledgable speakers, several new plant varieties that are adaptable to the desert were shown. Staff will obtain a copy of the slide presentation to show the Commission. Water efficiency of desert landscape can probably be improved. Landscape architects and designers showed effective techniques with rock gardens and striated rock patterns. - December 24 Plannini Commission Meeting. December 24 is a holiday for the City. eeting will be cance a and upcoming agendaswill be enlarged as much as possible to accommodate projects. - Water Task Force. Group appointed by the City Council . DWA and Coachella Valley Water Districts have supplied the City Council with a slightly different perspective on some of the issues, one of the members of the committee was at the water symposium urging water conservation and stating that rebuttal to the water agencies will be prepared by the task force members. No new direction given to staff by Council . Task Force was a fact finding (not an action) task force. Staff will keep Commission posted. - Revenue Bonds. Council passed resolutions to institute bonding to allow investigation of the use of industrial revenue bonds for the renovation of the Old Desert Museum for a commercial development, and also to investigate the use of revenue bonds for an apartment complex on S. Palm Canyon. No final commitments have been made. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to discuss Chairman adjourned the meeting at 4:20 p.m. PLANNING DIRECT R MDR/ml WP/PC MINS PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Council Chamber, City Hall November 12, 1986 • 1:30 p.m. ROLL CALL F-Y 1986 - 1987 Present Present Excused Absences Planning Commission This Meeting to Date to date Larry Lapham, Chairman X 8 0 Hugh Curtis X 8 0 Brent Hough X 2 0 Hugh Kaptur X 7 2 Earl Neel X 6 2 Gary Olsen - 6 2 Barbara Whitney X 5 1 Staff Present Marvin D. Roos, Planning Director Siegfried Siefkes, Assistant City Attorney Carol Vankeeken, Planner Robert Green, Planner Margo Williams, Planner Dave Forcucci , Zoning Enforcement Mary E. Lawler, Recording Secretary Architectural Advisory Committee - November 10, 1986 • William Johnson Absent: Michael Buccino Chris Mills Gary Olsen Tom Doczi Barbara Whitney Brent Hough Will Kleindienst Chairman called the meeting to order at 1:30 p.m. M/S/C (Hough/Neel ; Olsen absent) approving minutes of October 22 as submitted. There were no Tribal Council comments.