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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1986/11/26 - MINUTES PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Council Chamber, City Hall November 26, 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 Earl Neel X 6 2 Gary Olsen X 6 2 Barbara Whitney X 5 1 Hugh Kaptur (Resigned effective November 10, 1986) Staff Present Marvin D. Roos, Planning Director Siegfried Siefkes, Assistant City Attorney Carol Vankeeken, Planner Douglas Evans, Planner Robert Green, Planner Dave Forcucci , Zoning Enforcement Mary E. Lawler, Recording Secretary Architectural Advisory Committee - November 24, 1986 William Johnson Absent: Tom Doczi Chris Mills Gary Olsen Barbara Whitney Brent Hough Will Kleindienst Mike Buccino Chairman called the meeting to order at 1:30 p.m. M/S/C (Neel/Hough; Olsen abstained because he was absent) approving minutes of November 12, 1986, as submitted. ADMINISTRATIVE NOTE: The minutes of November 12 indicated no Tribal Council comments; however, the Tribal Council commented on Case 5.0417-CUP (memo dated November 11, 1986) . These comments were reiterated on November 25, 1986. November 26, 1986 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Page 2 CONSENT 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 (Olsen/Hough) taking the following actions: CASE 3.0136-MINOR (HOA) . Application by CASA CANYON CONDOMINIUM HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION or architectural approval of additional window for complex on LaVerne Way/Mazatlan, R-G-A(8) Zone, Section 26. Approved subject to the following condition: that the window have a twelve (12)-inch furr-out surround. CASE 5.0275-PD-147. Application by TOM MILNER for the Desert Fashion Plaza or architectural approval of revised plan for parking booth kiosk in retail complex, 100 block N. Palm Canyon Drive - PD 147, Section 15 Approved subject to the following conditions: 1. That the side screen panels be increased in height 2 - 3 inches. 2. That the metal framework be solid. CASE 5.0330-PD-160. Application by JOHN WALLING for CHURCH OF RELIGIOUS SCIENCE or review of a portion of final development plans for a church located on Racquet Club Road between Farrell Drive and Cerritos Road in an R-1-C Zone, Section 1. Approved subject to the following conditions: 1. The grading plan to be reviewed by staff prior to Council review of final Planned Development District. 2. Phase II (sanctuary) working drawings to be reviewed by AAC & Planning Commission at a later date. 3. Planting/wall to be added to study frontage on Racquet Club per Zoning Ordinance requirements. 4. That all recommendations of the Development Committee be met. TIME EXTENSION - TTM 17430 (Ref. Case 3.101). Application by HALLMARK ENGINEERING or Investors Real Estate or a time extension for a tentative tract map to allow residential development on the northeast corner of Avenida Caballeros/Amado Road, R-G-A(8) Zone (I.L. ) , Section 14. Approved subject to all original conditions of approval with the new `•-� expiration date to be 10-17-87. November 26, 1986 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Page 3 TIME EXTENSION - TTM 17430 (Cont'd. ) After consideration of the recommendations of the Indian Planning Commission, the Tribal Council approved the request for a time extension for TTM 17430. CASE 3.0137 (MINOR) . Application by RALPH F. HORST for architectural approval of a new sign and changes to street elevation at the Vineyards, 275 W. Palm Canyon Drive, C-B-D Zone, Section 15. Approved subject to the following conditions: 1. That an exterior stucco element be provided to screen counter area on east elevation. 2. That the south elevation (window group of 3) be modified to match east window. 3. That in lieu of #1 and #2 above the counter be deleted and tables and chairs installed. 4. That the size of the sign letters (a) be downsized to 9" and 6". 5. That the interior neon to be white. 6. That the colors (magenta & blue) are acceptable. 7. That the returns and trim cap to be the same color as wall they are mounted on. ITEM REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA Approval of architectural cases is valid for two years. The approval granted must be exercised within that time period unless extended. CASE 3.960. Application by CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATES for the Palm Springs Mall for architectural approval of monument sign and accent colors for existing shopping center on the southwest corner of Tahquitz-McCallum Way/Farrell Drive, C-S-C Zone, Section 13. Planning Director stated that the Commission had previously approved a sign program eliminating all the individual signs for the minor tenants and leaving the larger tenants with sign space outside the building, including two monument signs 18 feet high (one on Tahquitz and one on Farrell ) and that the AAC approved the concept subject to review of details. He described the outside sign configuration and stated that the AAC approved them subject to staff approval of the location of the monument signs, and that staff recommended that they be moved to the west side of the main entrance for vehicular safety. He stated that staff recommends that the only tenants to be identified on the two frontages are those fronting on a particular street, which is consistent with the policy of eliminating double signs. Regarding colors of the building, he stated November 26, 1986 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Page 4 CASE 3.960 (Cont'd. ) that the AAC reviewed three base colors to be approved in the field but that the accent colors were not reviewed, and the AAC recommended a continuance for review of these colors in the field. He explained that on the K-Mart building there is a yellow color that is not paint, but is styrofoam material for building out the walls, and that the AAC also wanted to review, in the field, the Camelot Theater colors, which are in the same family as those of the mall . Discussion of the colors ensued. Chairman stated that the yellow color is foreign to the color family selected and the color should be a natural desert color as used on Tahquitz-McCallum. He stated that the trim color is exciting. D. Christian, 1000 S. Palm Canyon, project architect, explained that the strong yellow color is urethane material which is not painted at the present time. He stated that the desert beige color would not be used since the complex will be completely painted eventually in the colors selected, although the north side will not painted until after Christmas. He stated that the bulk of the building will be either creamy peach or pink and that the orange, rose, purple, and dark pink will be the accent colors. He stated that there has been a good response to the colors. Commissioner Curtis stated that more people do not like the colors than like them. Mr. Christian explained that the colors have not changed from the first submittal , and that the building is not an office building nor an industrial one, but a retail commercial center. Planning Director stated that the colors were approved ten months ago subject to review of color samples in the field, that the AAC approved the base color (the three top colors of the buildings) , but did not act on the accent colors and that the yellow has now been painted on the building. Mr. Christian explained that the yellow/gold color is the urethane and that K-Mart is a creamy yellow which is the approved final color. Commissioner Whitney stated that the color is offensive. Commissioner Olsen noted that he had reviewed the colors in the field, but that the colors had been painted on the building in the same size swatches and were out of proportion, and that massive use of yellow is inappropriate. Mr. Christian stated that he could reduce the use of the color on the rest of the plan. Planning Director noted that the color board indicates positioning of the colors. Chairman stated again that the yellow is very offensive. Mr. Christian stated that there does not have to be as much yellow for the remainder of the buildings and the yellow could be minimized by using beige on the north elevation. Chairman stated that the elevation affect the colors and the shades are much different from the color samples. Mr. Christian reiterated that the colors had been shown to the Commission since the remodel started and are now being painted, and that they are vibrant. Chairman stated that the yellow color has received complaints and suggested its use as an accent color in smaller areas. He stated that on Baristo the yellow does not appear to belong to the rest of the colors. Commissioner Whitney stated that the color does not come off well . Mr. Christian stated that in the rest of the building painting could be altered, but that K-Mart is already painted and trimmed. Chairman stated that the Commission will wait for the AAC's recommendation, but that staff will inform the Committee of the Planning Commission's concerns over the yellow color. Mr. Christian questioned whether or not there was November 26, 1986 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Page 5 CASE 3.960 (Cont'd. ) concern about the accent colors. Commissioner Whitney stated that the accent colors are visible. Mr. Christian explained that the yellow color is not gold. Planning Director suggested that the Commission vote on a sign with staff to determine colors and location. Commissioner Hough suggested moving the sign to the east side of the entrance for visibility. Planning Director also suggested that the Commission take action on the sign panels being limited to the stores fronting on particular streets (subject to Walker Scott removing its other sign) , although K-Mart requests signs on both frontages, which is not appropriate. Chairman continued the colors of the buildings to the December 10 meeting for Planning Commission and AAC review. Mr. Christian requested feedback on the accent colors since the painters are working at the present time. Chairman reiterated that feedback from the AAC is necessary, and stated again that the yellow color is to be eliminated. Mr. Christian noted that he could explain the Commission' s concern on the yellow and minimize its use on other exteriors. In response to Commission's question, Chairman stated that the AAC preliminarily approved the color scheme. Mr. Christian stated that the overall palette was approved pending review of a sample in the field with a straw vote of approval by staff and AAC which approved the main colors of peach, pink, creamy yellow, but that the accent colors required final approval . M/S/C (Curtis/Hough) taking the following actions: Monument Signs - approved as staff review of colors and location and only major tenants without Farrell frontage to be included on the Farrell sign and Tahquitz-McCallum frontage to be included in the Tahquitz-McCallum sign. . Building Colors - continued to December 10. Discussion again ensued regarding the colors of the buildings. Chairman stated that the Commission did not know about the straw vote or colors and that the colors have not been finally approved. Commissioner Curtis agreed, stating that the Commission has not reviewed the colors as a body, that there have been many adverse comments on the colors, and that the Commission has the authority to approve colors used on the complex. Mr. Christian stated that the development team had tried to work with everyone on the colors, that samples of the original color palette were shown to staff for review and approval , that staff was comfortable with the preliminary colors and that the paint colors were given approval . He stated that the client gambled on the accent colors and painted them on the building. Mr. Christian asked if the rest of the color palette were acceptable. Planning Director stated that the AAC needed to approve them. Mr. Christian stated that he could ask Benequity Properties (mall owners) about the yellow color which is objectionable to the Commission. November 26, 1986 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Page 6 CASE 3.960 (Cont'd. ) NOTE: At the end of the meeting, Commission discussed the colors again and consensus was that the colors were to be resolved. M/S/C (Whitney/Curtis; Olsen, Hough absent) ordering all further painting stopped on the mall until all colors are resolved. PUBLIC HEARINGS Approval of architectural cases is valid for two years. The approval granted must be exercised within that time period unless extended. CASE 5.0400-ZTA (Continued) . Initiation by the CITY OF PALM SPRINGS of revisions to Zoning Ordinance (all sections). (Commission response to written comments on Draft Negative Declaration; final approval . No comments received. ) Recommendation: That the Commission continue the Zoning Ordinance review to December 10 for staff to meet with Tribal Council and Tribal Consultant for further review of the Zoning Ordinance revisions. Planning Director stated that a meeting would be scheduled with the Tribal Council chairman and consultant to review any Indian concerns about the revised Zoning Ordinance. Chairman declared the hearing open, there being no appearances the hearing was closed. M/S/C (Olsen/Neel ) continuing the item to December 10. TRIBAL COUNCIL COMMENTS This Case was previously considered by the Tribal Council - most recently on October 7, 1986. In a letter dated October 7, 1986, to the Chairman of the Planning Commission, the Tribal Council strongly urged that the Commission give further consideration to the concerns and requests of the Tribal Council as expressed in its October 7, letter prior to forwarding the Revised Zoning Ordinance to the City Council . The City Planning Staff has indicated that this Case will be continued. As noted in the Tribal council 's letter of October 7, the Tribal Planning Consultant will be available to continue working with the planning staff to address the concerns referred to the above. CASE 5.0417-CUP (Continued). Application by MICHAEL BUCCINO for Cherokee Village Resort or a conditional use permit to allow the use of an existing condominium as a resort development complex with an ancillary restaurant and convention facilities on Cherokee Way/Hwy 111, R-G-A(8) Zone (I.L. ) , Section 30. November 26, 1986 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Page 7 CASE 5.0417-CUP (Cont'd. ) Recommendation: That the Commission order the filing of a Negative Declaration and give final approval to CUP 5.0417, subject to conditions of staff and AAC. Planner (Green) presented the building design on the board and stated that the kitchen has been enlarged and that the AAC recommended a restudy of the sign, and that the convention facility was recommended for approval . He stated that garages for service employees have been added without approval or building permits, and that conditions have been modified for applicants to submit details for architectural approval and that a condition for submission of detailed landscape plans has also been added. There being no further appearances the hearing was closed. Planner stated that the garages do not affect the overall plan but were built without approval nor permits. M/S/C (Curtis/Neel ) approving CUP 5.0417 based on the following findings and subject to the following conditions: Findings 1. That the resort hotel use applied for at the location set forth in the application is properly one for which a Conditional Use Permit is authorized by this Ordinance. 2. That the resort hotel use is necessary or desirable for the development of the community, is in harmony with the various elements or objectives of the General Plan, and is not detrimental to existing uses or to future uses specifically permitted in the zone in which the proposed use is to be located. 3. That the site for the intended use is adequate in size and shape to accommodate said use, including yards, setbacks, walls or fences, landscaping and other features required in order to adjust said use to those existing or permitted future uses of land in the neighborhood. 4. That the site for the proposed use relates to Cherokee Way an 88' secondary thoroughfare which is properly designed and improved to carry the type and quantity of traffic to be generated by the pro- posed use. 5. That the conditions imposed are deemed necessary to protect the public health, safety and general welfare and may include minor modification of the zone's property development standards. Conditions: 1. That a parking management plan be submitted and approved by the City prior to use of the conference facility by persons not staying in the Cherokee Village hotel . November 26, 1986 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Page 8 CASE 5.0417-CUP (Cont'd. ) 2. That an architectural approval application be submitted for consideration of the conference facility, and for the garages for service employees. 3. That the proposed parking spaces be legally controlled by Cherokee Village prior to use of the conference facility by persons not staying in the Cherokee Village hotel . 4. That detailed landscape, irrigation and exterior lighting plans be submitted. 5. That the kitchen design be restudied for integration with the design of the clubhouse and to screen all mechanical equipment (details to be submitted to staff) . 6. That the sign background be recessed and of a different material . 7. That the conference facility is approved subject to the condition that the trellis on the eastern elevation extend around to the northern elevation at the same height. TRIBAL COUNCIL COMMENTS This Case was considered by the Tribal Council on November 11, 1986, Planning Commission Meeting Minutes of November 12, 1986 indicated that Tribal Council comments were not received. ...y After consideration of the recommendations of the Indian Planning Commission, the Tribal Council took the following actions: 1. Approved the filing of a Draft Negative Declaration. 2. Reiterated its action of November 11, 1986, to approve the granting of a Conditional Use Permit for the proposed uses, sub- ject to the Conditions set forth in the Planning Staff Report dated November 12, 1986. PUBLIC COMMENTS - NONE. 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 3.0116. Application by CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATES for Robert Poon for architectural approval of revised plans for a two-story, 94 room hotel on North Palm Canyon Drive between Via Escuela/Vista Chino, C-1/R-3 Zones, Section 3. Planning Director stated that the site plan has been designed to accommodate the location of the Whitewater Mutual Water Company pipeline. November 26, 1986 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Page 9 CASE 3.0116 (Cont'd. ) D. Christian, 1000 S. Palm Canyon, stated that the color board shown is .,. not accurate and that the colors will be a terracotta roof, a tan building and quarry stone, and that the soffit requirement for T-ill is acceptable, although it might affect arch height. He suggested a different color plaster instead of T-111. Chairman suggested that the T-111 requirement affecting the elevations be resolved with staff and brought back to the Commission if unresolved. Commissioner Olsen suggested moving some parking to the rear. Mr. Christian stated that the developer wanted to keep some parking for the two rows of rooms facing Palm Canyon. Planning Director noted that staff suggested a double loaded driveway which would increase landscaping and mounding to obscure parking. Mr. Christian stated that the 4 foot wall will be part of the landscape plan, and will also will funnel cars into the driveway. Commissioner Curtis suggested that colors be continued around the porte-cochere. M/S/C (Curtis/Olsen) approving the application subject to the following conditions: 1. The color/materials board to be submitted for review by AAC prior to issuance of building permits. 2. The soffit of the porte' cochere and corridors to be finished with T-111 siding with details to be resolved with staff. 3. That the preliminary landscape concept be restudied. 4. That the parking at the front entry be re-oriented as recommended by staff (double loaded main drive). 5. That all recommendations of the Development Committee be met. Commissioner Olsen left the meeting. CASE 3.0123. Application by HERITAGE RANCH CORPORATION for architectural approval of a shopping center on North Palm Canyon Drive between Via Escuela/Zanjero Street, C-1/R-G-A(6) Zone, Section 3. Planning Director explained the project on the display board. R. Richey, the applicant, 45120 San Pablo, Palm Desert, stated he concurred with all conditions except for condition number 5, because two driveways are needed to reduce traffic in the residential neighborhood and keep a better traffic pattern in the project. He stated that undergrounding of utilities is also a problem for the developer because of the cost. P. Carrol , representing Heritage Ranch, requested that undergrounding be deferred and a covenant signed because of cost. November 26, 1986 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Page 10 CASE 3.0123 (Cont'd. ) Planning Director stated that staff will work with applicant regarding undergrounding, but that the lines may not have to be undergrounded immediately depending on the length of the line to be undergrounded. He stated that the applicant will be required to fund 100% of the cost whether or not it is a cash bond or actual undergrounding, and that there are several utility lines to handle. Commissioner Whitney requested that the project come back for review since there are so many conditions attached. Planning Director stated that Traffic Engineer recommends closure of one of the driveways on Via Escuela because of traffic conflicts and that the driveway should exit to Zanjero, which would add more space for landscaping. M/S/C (Curtis/Whitney; Olsen absent) restudying the application based on the following AAC recommendations: 1. That the working drawings be reviewed by the Architectural Advisory Committee and Planning Commission. 2. That the details of the parking lot lighting and exterior building lighting be reviewed with the working drawings. (Parking lot light standards should pick up some element of the architecture. ) 3. That the sign program be reviewed by the AAC prior to issuance of building permits. 4. That a trellis of peeler poles and glu-lam beams be added at the midpoint (recess) on Buildings 1 and 2 and at the northeast corner of Building 3 (if setbacks permit) . 5. That the easterly drive on Via Escuela be shifted east and landscape area added adjacent to east side of Building 3. 6. That the columns be increased in size and have a batter edge on all four sides. 7. That mechanical equipment be screened from above. 8. That the north elevation be stucco to match the building. 9. That the edges of the north elevation be furred out to 16" - 18" of depth and tied in to the building. 10. That all perimeter walls to have a stucco finish. 11. That the peeler poles (vigas) be reduced in number at the architect's discretion. Chairman stated that the Commission agreed with the AAC conditions, but wanted to see a finished product to avoid any misunderstandings. He stated that the applicant would need to bring back the site plan for Commission review and suggested that the applicant meet with staff to resolve the driveway issue since the site plan should be a finished one when presented to the Commission. November 26, 1986 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Page 11 CASE 3.0134 (MINOR) . Application by RICHARD FISCHER for BONO'S RESTAURANT for architectural- approval to enclose existing outdoor dining area for restaurant at 1700 N. Indian Avenue, R-3 Zone, Section 2. Planning Director stated that the Riviera Gardens Tennis Club has an approved restaurant and that the applicant requests enclosure of the balcony for seating and that the only effect would be to move the glass line forward. M/S/C (Neel/Whitney; Olsen absent) approving the application, subject to the following condition: That all conditions of the Development Committee be met. CASE 3.729. Application by DENNIS MARTIN for architectural approval of revised elevations for 84 single family residences on Paseo De Anza between Francis Drive/Racquet Club Road, PD-110, Section 2. M/S/C (Hough/Neel ; Curtis abstained; Olsen absent) approving the application subject to the following conditions. 1. That one beam be added to the trellis on the C2 building. 2. That wing walls extend to the edge of the eaves throughout. 3. That furrings be added to the left elevation per the notes on the plan. 4. That future evaporative coolers be located at the rear of the building. 5. That 3 color mix roof tiles be used (submit final specifications). 6. That all recommendations of the Development Committee be met. MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS CASE 5.0420-MISC (CONTINUED) . Planning Commission review of Commission Annual Report for . Planning Director explained the annual report and stated that graphics will be finalized and the documents sent to Council with language added that Zoning Enforcement Staff has been instrumental in the implementation of the Village Creek Project for small entertainment projects in the CBD Zone and also in the communication program to improve the dialogue between the business community and the City Council . M/S/C (Curtis/Neel ; Olsen absent) approving the Commission's Annual Report for 1985/86. November 26, 1986 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Page 12 CASE 3.0013. Application by SANG PAO WANG for architectural approval of a two-story house at 266 Crestview, R-1-C Zone, Section 27. M/S/C (Curtis/Neel ; Olsen absent) approving the application subject to the following condition: That all recommendations of the Development Committee be met. CASE 3.758. Application by RATTNER INVESTMENTS III for reconsideration of —' ]anascape plan for 129-unit apartment complex on Farrell Drive between Hwy 111/Sonora Road, R-3 Zone, Section 24. Planner (Green) stated that the landscape plan has had many revisions and that the AAC and Commission approved Washingtonia Filifera and/or Date Palms, but that Washingtonia Robustas have been planted and red tagged by the Building Division. He stated that the foreman indicates that the changes will be made to the landscaping, and that the AAC reviewed the case on September 24 and recommended that the original conditions of approval be upheld. M/S/C (Whitney/Neel ; Olsen absent) upholding the previous conditions as follows: That street trees be Date Palms or Washingtonia Filifera of a minimum height of 15 feet, and a maximum height of 25 feet. Commissioner Hough left the meeting. CASE 3.0122 (MINOR) . Application by ED BLANCHARD for reconsideration of conditions or carports for the Tennis Club Condominiums at 555 W. Baristo Road, R-G-A(8) Zone, Section 15. Planner (Vankeeken) stated that the applicant requested reconsideration of the conditions and that the AAC recommended that the column, beams and fascia be painted to match the building and previously recommended that the columns be rearranged and the carports be erected without additional fascias. She stated that the applicant is requesting a 10- inch fascia on the carports. E. Blanchard, Tennis Club Condos, Board of Directors, 555 W. Baristo, stated that the carports are not visible from the street. Planning Director stated that the carports can be seen from the street. M/S/C (Curtis/Neel ; Hough/Olsen absent) approving the application subject to the following conditions: 1. The fascia, beams, columns, and underside of roof to be painted to match existing buildings. 2. The column spacing is okay as originally proposed. 3. That the fascia be 10 inches on the carports. November 26, 1986 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Page 13 CASE 5.0426-MISC. Planning Commission review of proposed Specific Plan for an au vd. , Cathedral City. Planning Director stated that Cathedral City is supporting a Landau Blvd. alignment plan as a strong north/south linkage which involves a portion in the City limits of Palm Springs. He stated that the City's concern is that 50% of the property would be taken up with the roadway, that Cathedral City staff indicated that the proposal would not be addressed until January 28 and that it seems as though there might not be sufficient traffic in the area to justify the proposal . He stated that the City was never involved in making the application, nor the plans, and that the specific plan for Landau Blvd. should be out of the City limits of Palm Springs. He stated that the rationale for the alignment was the need for a major north/south thoroughfare, but at the south end of the property the roadway narrows, since the current proposal chops off backs of yards. He stated that Cathedral City could work with the Coachella Valley Water District to move the alignment out 40 feet, that the zoning in the City is "0" and may become commerically zoned based on current uses. He stated that Cathedral City would be forced to keep Landau Blvd. within Cathedral City if the Council and Commission disapproved the proposal . He suggested continuance for better feedback from Cathedral City. M/S/C (Curtis/Whitney; Hough/Olsen absent) continuing the item to December 10. CASE 3.976. Application by WILLIAM KLEINDIENST for KSS Professional Association for architectural approval of revised elevations for an out- patient medical center on N. Palm Canyon Drive between Tachevah Drive/Vereda Sur, C-1 Zone, Section 10. Planning Director stated that the existing building was a savings and loan previously, and the applicants are submitting a redesign of the large box beam detail around the building, and that the building will be repainted. C. Mills, 121 S. Palm Canyon, representing the project architect, requested that the screening requirement for the air conditioning be deleted since the applicant does not want to screen the equipment from above. Planning Director stated that a 3-story building could be looking down on the single story roofs of the project. Mr. Mills stated that the air conditioning is mostly internal , and the new equipment is in straight lines and matching. Chairman suggested that the screening and/or reorganization be resolved with staff. Commissioner Whitney stated that the screening is a definite improvement of what is existing, but should be more substantial in appearance. November 26, 1986 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Page 14 CASE 3.976 (Cont'd. ) Motion was made by Curtis, seconded by Lapham, for approval of the project subject to conditions. The vote was as follows: Ayes: Curtis, Lapham Noes: Neel , Whitney Absent: Hough, Olsen Since there was a tie vote the application was denied. Paul Selzer, attorney representing the applicant and one of the principals, requested information for action on the project. Chairman stated that a tie vote resulted in denial and that the applicant can wait for a full complement of the Commission. Mr. Selzer stated that he would like the benefit of a full Commission, and asked if it were possible. Assistant City Attorney stated that one of the Commissioners voting for the proposal can present a motion of reconsideration, and there would be another motion, therefore, on the project. Planning Director stated that the request for reconsideration would be on the December 10 agenda. At Mr. Selzer's request, Commissioner Whitney stated that the building seems flat and clinical without much character, although it is an improvement over the existing building. She stated that she preferred the original design with the new colors. CASE 3.0141. Application by JETWAY SYSTEMS for Skywest for environmental assessment/initial study of an aircraft maintenance/hush house facility on Gene Autry Trail between Vista Chino/Ramon Road, "A" Zone, Section 18. Planner (Evans) stated that the case is being expedited by the Airport Director and Planning staff and that the proposed hush house facility will decrease noise from the airport caused by aircraft engine maintenance, and that Cathedral City has the nearest residences to the proposed facility but feels that the noise will not have an impact on the neighborhood and that the facility will have a positive impact. He recommended continuance to December 10 for written reply to the preparation of the Draft Negative Declaration. M/S/C (Curtis/Neel ; Hough/Olsen absent) ordering the preparation of a Draft Negative Declaration and continuing the case to December 10. CITY COUNCIL ACTIONS. Update of City Council Actions. Joint City Council/PC/AAC Dinner. To be held 12-1-86 at 6:15 p.m. in the Palm Canyon A Room of t o laza Resort and Racquet Club. Agenda will be distributed. Discussion items will include Andreas Cove County Club. November 26, 1986 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Page 15 COMMISSION REPORTS, REQUESTS, AND DISCUSSION AAC Voting. Commissioner Whitney commented that the AAC meeting has mostly Planning Commission input when only a few AAC members are present. Planning Director stated that in the rotation schedule only two of the rotating Commissioners should attend the AAC meeting and when a appointment is made to replace Commissioner Kaptur, Commissioners Whitney and Hough can alternate with the new member. In regard to voting on the AAC, he stated that the committee does not constitute an official legislative body so even one AAC member can make recommendations to the Commission and that there was a two to one vote on Case 3.976 because two AAC members abstained. He stated that the reason for the voting is to obtain commitment from the members. CASE 3.960 (PALM SPRINGS MALL). Commissioner Neel commented that the colors -of the mall are controversial and that a swatch should have been painted on the buildings for review. Chairman stated that a swatch had been painted, but that the Commissioners did not see it. Planning Director stated that he will discuss the colors with the staff to determine the sequence of events leading to the painting. Chairman stated that the intense yellow is not on the elevations. Planning Director stated that the Commission could take action as a body, that the yellow color is not approved and needs to be less intense, that the Commission could take action and staff would address the legal issues of whether or not the Commission can take the action that no more painting be done on the mall , and the rest of the mall painted a different color. He stated that the paint change could be done at the time of the painting of the north side, that the colors are quite controversial , and that the yellow is probably in the wrong paint family. Chairman stated that the two light colors do not belong and directed staff to inform the architect that the painting of the two light colors is to be stopped immediately. NOTE: Commission took action at this time as indicated in the minutes of CASE 3.960. - DESERT FLOWER CONDOMINIUMS (CASE 3.758). Commissioner Neel stated that e had received many complaints on the Desert Flower Condos appearance. Planner (Green) stated that the three colors that are on the buildings are approved and painted on the single story buildings. Commissioner Neel stated that he liked the mauve and blended black and pink. Planning Director stated that the City has opened the door to color and that the issue is controversial . Planning Director - CASE 3.960. / stated that he had received a letter from a woman opposing the K-Mart colors. Commissioner Whitney stated that one of the problems is that people do not realize that the whole wall will be painted, not just the K-Mart area. Commissioner Curtis suggested that action be taken to change the color of the mall buildings since what was reviewed was not what was painted. Discussion continued. Commissioner Whitney stated that she wondered if it was fair to take action since the architect has left the meeting. Planning Director stated that the architect could appeal to the Council . November 26, 1986 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Page 16 COMMISSION REPORTS, REQUESTS, AND DISCUSSION (Cont'd. ) Discussion continued regarding the intensity of the colors as they are affected by light. Planning Director stated that the yellow is not a creamy yellow. DECEMBER PLANNING COMMISSION MEETINGS. There will be one meeting only in December. It will be on December 10. The December 24 meeting WiTT be cancelled. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to discuss, Chairman adjourned the meeting at 3:45 p.m. N R OR— MDR/ml WP/PC MINS PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Council Chamber, City Hall December 10, 1986 1:30 p.m. ROLL CALL I F-Y 1986 - 1987 se Planning Commission Thisesent Meeting toe Date Excutoddateences Larry Lapham, Chairman X 9 0 Hugh Curtis - 8 1 Brent Hough X 3 0 Earl Neel 6 3 Gary Olsen X 7 2 Barbara Whitney X 6 1 Staff Present Marvin D. Roos, Planning Director Siegfried Siefkes, Assistant City Attorney Carol Vankeeken, Planner Douglas Evans, Planner Robert Green, Planner Richard Patenaude, Planner Margo Williams, Planner Dave Forcucci, Zoning Enforcement Mary E. Lawler, Recording Secretary • Architectural Advisory Committee - December 8, 1986 William Johnson Chris Mills Gary Olsen Tom Doczi Barbara Whitney Will Kleindienst Mike Buccino Chairman called the meeting to order at 1:30 p.m. M/S/C (Olsen/Hough; Neel/Curtis absent) approving minutes of November 26, 1986, with the following correction: Page 3, Case 3.960, second paragraph. 18' should be changed to 12' . There were no Tribal Council comments. •