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Council Chamber, City Hall
January 14, 1987
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 11 0
Hugh Curtis, Vice Chairman X 10 1
Martha Edgmon X 5 0
Brent Hough X 5 0
Earl Neel X 8 3
Gary Olsen X 8 3
Barbara Whitney X 8 1
Martha Edgmon X 1 0
Staff Present
Marvin D. Roos, Planning Director
Siegfried Siefkes, Assistant City Attorney
Carol Vankeeken, Planner
Richard Patenaude, Planner
Douglas Evans, Planner
Robert Green, Planner
Margo Williams, Planner
Dave Forcucci , Zoning Enforcement
Mary E. Lawler, Recording Secretary
Architectural Advisory Committee - January 12, 1987
Chris Mills, Chairman Absent: Mike Buccino
William Johnson
Gary Olsen
Tom Doczi
Barbara Whitney
Brent Hough
Will Kleindienst
Chairman called the meeting to order at 1:30 p.m.
Report of Posting of Agenda. Agenda available for public access at City Hall
Lobby counter, Planning Division counter, and Library Reference Room, by 1:30
p.m. , Friday, January 9, 1987.
M/S/C (Olsen/Whitney) approving minutes of December 10 & 17, 1986, with the
following corrections:
indicate
1. December 17 adjourned minutes, pages after front page/"December 10,
1986" (should be December 17).
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2. December 10, Case 3.0141, pg. 6, paragraph one, change wording from
"acceptable" to benefic al ".
3. December 10, Case 5.0400-ZTA, pg. 4, paragraph 8: Delete "not in a
separate attachment"; He stated that the Tribal Council wants to
retain the Indian Ordinance as a separate document, perhaps as an
appendix in the Zoning Ordinance."
ADMINISTRATIVE NOTE
Although Chairman was present at the meeting, Vice-Chairman presided. He
welcomed new Commissioner Martha Edgmon, businesswoman and long time resident
of Palm Springs as a new Planning Commissioner.
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/Neel ) taking the following actions:
CASE 5.0417-CUP (Continued). Application by MICHAEL BUCCINO for Cherokee
Village Resort for architectural approval of revised main identification
sign for resort hotel , restaurant, and conference facility on Cherokee
Way/Hwy 111, R-G-A(8) Zone, Section 30.
Removed from the agenda.
CASE 3.970. Application by CLAUDE SMITHERN for architectural approval of a
garage conversion and an additional garage at 2285 Janis Drive, R-1-B
Zone, Section 3.
Approved subject to the following condition: That all recommendations
of the Development Committee be met.
CASE 3.0053. Application by ED KANAN for architectural approval of detailed
--landscape plans for apartment complex on Ramon Road/Grenfall Drive, R-2
Zone, Section 23.
Removed from the agenda.
CASE 3.0006. Application by KAPTUR AND CIOFFI for Casa Verde Associates for
architectural approval of revised elevations/working drawings for apart-
ment complex on Amado Road between Hermosa Drive/Sunrise Way, R-4 Zone
(I.L. ) , Section 14.
Approved subject to the following conditions:
1. That the trellis be extended beyond end pole.
2. That one (1) foot recess on windows is acceptable.
3. That trellis members be recessed with 6" lag bolt.
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CONSENT ACTION AGENDA (Continued)
CASE 3.0103. Application by HAROLD PALLVINY for architectural approval of
andscape plans for hillside residences on Ridge Road, R-1-C Zone,
Section 27.
Approved subject to the following condition: That the Mesquite trees at
the northwest corner of the site be increased to 24" box.
3.0157 (MINOR) . Application by IMPERIAL SIGN COMPANY for Rodeway Inn for
architectural approval of main identification sign for hotel at 1893 N.
Palm Canyon Drive, C-1 Zone, Section 3.
Restudy noting the following: That the colors be in earth tones or com-
pa Fi e to the rock.
CASE 3.0158 (MINOR) . Application by QUIEL BROTHERS SIGN COMPANY for Vick's
Texaco for architectural approval of monument identification sign for
service station on the northeast corner of Sunrise Way/Vista Chino, C-1
Zone, Section 1.
Approved subject to the following conditions:
1. That a 2" reveal between the sign and monument be red.
2. That the monument be poured concrete, gray in color.
TIME EXTENSION-TTM 20435 (Ref. Case 5.0333-CZ) . Request by SANBORN WEBB INC.
or Vincent Pirozzi for a twelve-month time extension for a Tentative
Tract Map to divide one lot into 6 for single family residences on the
west side of Via Miraleste, south of Francis Drive, R-1-C Zone, Section
2.
Approved subject to all original conditions of approval with the new
expiration date to be January 14, 1988.
ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT ACTION AGENDA
CASE 3.0077. Application by City of Palm Springs for review of revised
roofing material for Frances Stevens School complex, Palm Canyon Drive
at Alejo Road, 0 Zone, Section 10. (Note: Building is Class 7 historic
site. )
Planning Director stated that the City Council requested that the
Commission review the roof materials since the building is an historic
one, that
when the building was remodeled in 1973, the engineers found that the
old roof tile was too heavy for the underlying structure, and that
aluminium lightweight the material was placed on the roof, but there
have been problems because of its susceptibility to the wind and because
it cannot be walked on. He stated that the AAC recommended that
concrete "S" the be used with some structural bracing instead of the
large sheet tile because the AAC felt the large sheet tile did not give
the appropriate shadowed appearance to the building. He stated that no
exterior changes will be made to reinforce the structure.
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ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT ACTION AGENDA
CASE 3.0077. (Continued)
Commissioner Whitney stated that because of its historic significance
the building should be roofed properly.
M/S/C (Neel/Lapham) approving concrete "S" the for the roof (with the
large light weight tile sheet denied. )
CASE 3.0097 (MINOR) . Application by DAVID CHRISTIAN for American Diversified
Capital Corporation for architectural approval of working drawings for
retail complex (Courtyard) at 777 E. Tahquitz Way, C-1-AA Zone, Section
14.
Planner (Williams) described the design of the showcases and stated that
the AAC approved the design as glass and recommended review together of
the glass block and tile paint color samples, and took no action on the
attachment of the columns to the structures although the AAC had recom-
mended previously that the columns be freestanding.
D. Christian, 1000 S. Palm Canyon, project architect, described the
columns as freestanding, internally lighted sculptures, that the bank
building and theater building are to be the anchors of the design, and
that attaching the columns would compromise the design. He stated that
the showcases would be freestanding between the columns.
In reply to Commission's question, he stated that the face of the
theater is in line with the face of the columns, not the face of the
retail building and is an architectural element with the columns that
the lobby has a strong light element, that the lights will also be in
the columns and cases, and that no light source
will be seen. He stated that the lighting along the front will bring
interest to the facility as a retail center.
Planning Director stated that the bank and the theater between the
building and the columns.
Commissioner Hough stated that when viewed from west to east it seems
that the two end columns should be attached to the building, but that
the theater is forward on the property far enough to block the view.
Planning Director stated that the theater is a dominant element and will
create a back drop to the columns, but that space would be seen by
persons next to the sunken buildings looking out.
Mr. Christian explained that columns are necessary but should not
dominant with the overall perception using the columns as links to
establish the retail character of the center. He stated that the orange
tile bands will be repainted with epoxy paint and that painted tile of
the same shape will be on the columns.
Planning Director stated that the applicants want a more retail-oriented
appearance, and that the freestanding columns could also be placed
around the sides at the parking entrance as a unifying element.
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ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT ACTION AGENDA
CASE 3.0097 (MINOR) . (Continued)
In reply to Commission question, he stated that the theater is set back
30 feet and the bank is approximately 25 feet.
M/S/C (Neel/Olsen; Hough dissented) approving the application subject to
the following conditions:
1. That the display cases are acceptable as all glass.
2. That the tile paint color and glass block samples are to be
submitted for review.
3. That the columns are approved as freestanding.
4. That the color of the lights and the light intensity be reviewed
by the AAC and Planning Commission.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
CASE 5.0400-ZTA (Continued) . Initiation by the CITY OF PALM SPRINGS of
revisions to t e oning Ordinance (all sections).
(Commission response to written comments on the Draft Negative
Declaration. )
Recommendation: That the Commission continue the case to January 28.
Planning Director stated that staff and Tribal Council have been working
together on the ordinance and are close to an agreement, that the
ordinance language has not been completed, that the Indian ordinance is
shown in a legislative draft form (with deletions and corrections for
clarity), that the Indian ordinance will have much less volume in the
final ordinance, that most differences between the Indians and the non-
Indian ordinance will be eliminated,the highrise ordinance will still
allow 100 ft. height overall on Indian land, that the setback standards
will have a moderate effect on the current setbacks, that staff proposes
a deletion of the additional density for apartments on Indian land and
recommends maintaining additional density for hotels, and that the only
land that would be affected would be the land around the convention
center. He stated that the Indians request additional language for
flexibility of development of small lots in industrial areas, that a new
zone could be developed for hotels only in the ordinance, and that staff
is recommending continuance of the case to January 28. He stated that
the Commission has received a letter from the Board of Realtors to open
an old subject--off site signs for real estate, and open houses, and
"for sale" properties. He stated that off-site signs have a significant
impact on the character of the community and after hours of discussion
in the past the Commission prohibited them in the ordinance, and that
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PUBLIC HEARINGS (Continued)
CASE 5.0400-ZTA. (Continued)
ram-' off site signs if allowed would weaken the City's posture on off-site
billboards and off-site signs of all types. He noted that there are
other ways to advertise and that discussion on this subject could be
continued to the January 21 Planning Commission study session.
Chairman declared the hearing open.
S. Remball , P.O. Box 1781, Palm Springs, representing the Board of
Realtors, requested discussion with the Commission on off site signing.
He stated that he felt that off site signing has nothing to do with
billboards.
Chairman requested that Mr. Remball submit any information to the
Commission at the January 21 study session.
Mr. Remball answered that the letter in the form of a petition distri-
buted to the Commissioners at the meeting is the submittal and requested
Commission input.
Planning Director stated that the Zoning Ordinance is open currently,
that the sign ordinance is part of the Zoning Ordinance and that there
are some amendments to the Sign Ordinance in the draft. He stated that
off-site signing was discussed with the real estate and business
community during the public hearings 18 months ago, but if the
Commission desired, the issue could be placed on the study session
agenda, and an invitation extended to the Board of Realtors.
Mr. Remball stated that he attended the meeting 3 years previously but
the subject was not addressed. Chairman reminded Mr. Remball that the
Commission met on the Sign Ordinance at many public hearings including
one that lasted to midnight and input was received from the real estate
community. He stated that it is not appropriate to reopen the issue,
but that further input could be received from the realtors at the study
session.
S. Hecht, 756 N. Palm Canyon, Chairman of the Board of Realtors'
Licensing and Sign Committee, requested review of the petition and
stated that the realtors would be present at the study session.
There being no further appearances, Chairman declared the hearing
closed.
Chairman commended staff and stated that staff is developing a single
document approved by both the City and the Tribal Council which will
resolve a multitude of problems for the City.
M/S/C (Olsen/Hough; Edgmon abstained) continuing the case to January 28,
1987.
TRIBAL COUNCIL COMMENTS
"A draft of Revised Ordinance No. 779 (Indian Land Ordinance) of the
City of Palm Springs dated January 5, 1987, has been received and is
being reviewed by the Indian Planning Commission and Tribal Planning
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PUBLIC HEARINGS (Continued)
CASE 5.0400-ZTA. (Continued)
Consultant. The revisions appear to address many of the concerns and
regvests heretofore expressed by the Tribal Council that certain
ordinances and agreements relating to the use and development of Indian
trust lands be incorporated into the Revised Zoning Ordinance.
The Tribal Council understands that the City Planning Staff will be sub-
mitting additional material relative to proposed revisions to Property
Development Standards for the "M-I" and "M-I-P" Zones.
Pending receipt and review of the Property Development Standards
referred to above, the Tribal Council will submit final comments to the
City Planning Commission on the revised Zoning Ordinance, including
revised Ordinance No. 779 and the Property Development Standards for the
"M-I" and "M-I-P" Zones. The City Planning Commission's and Planning
Staff's assistance and cooperation in this matter have been
appreciated."
CASE 5.0427-CUP. Application by RICHARD FISCHER for S. Bono for a
on itional Use Permit for a discotheque on the lower level of an
existing restaurant (Bono's) at 1700 N. Indian Avenue between Vista
Chino/Via Escuela, R-3 Zone, Section 2.
(Environmental assessment; tentative approval . )
Recommendation that the Commission order preparation of a Draft Negative
Declaration, give tentative approval to the case, and continue it to
January 28.
Planner (Williams) presented the case and stated that adequate parking
exists for both the restaurant and disco, that the tennis club portion
has been defunct for a minimum of two years, and that if reactivated
additional parking would be required (33 spaces). She stated that some
phone calls and letters have been received objecting to the traffic and
noise that would be generated, and also to the neglected appearance of
the perimeter landscaping of the property. She stated that conditions
of approval would include measures to lessen noise and for upgrading of
the landscaping.
Vice-Chairman declared the hearing open.
R. Fischer, project architect, stated that he was present to answer
questions.
W. Evans, 2180 Milburn Street, stated that most of his objections have
been addressed but that because of the residential character of the
neighborhood, noise measurements should be made, that he was pleased
with the condition to upgrade the landscaping on the perimeter, and that
the Commission should be aware that there have been drug problems on the
site.
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PUBLIC HEARINGS (Continued)
CASE 5.0427-CUP. (Continued)
Planning Director stated that one condition of approval is that no out-
side activities be allowed related to the nightclub use, that
regulations require that the nightclub doors be closed, and the Noise
Ordinance limits the decibel level at the property line, which should be
adequate. He stated that the Commission can review conditions if
problems arise, and also a specific condition could be developed to
address the noise issue.
There being no further appearances, Vice-Chairman declared the hearing
closed.
In reply to Commission question, Planning Director stated that no
exterior walls will be moved. Commissioner Olsen suggested that double-
paned glass be used for containment of the noise. Mr. Fischer stated
that the disco is subterranean on three sides with a masonry wall on the
fourth and that no glass is involved.
Planning Director stated that the only glass area is in the dining area
on the second floor which now encloses a veranda.
M/S/C (Hough/Lapham) ordering the preparation of a Draft Negative
Declaration, giving tentative approval to the project, and continuing
the case to January 28.
Note: In reply to Commission question on the possibility of estab-
lishing conditions to control the noise, Assistant City Attorney stated
that the Commission may make any condition that is appropriate, but that
Commissioner Lapham seconded the original motion which did not include
the condition to abate noise.
CASE 6.355-VARIANCE. Application by RICHARD FISCHER for H. Wouk for a
variance to allow a reduction in sideyard setbacks for an existing
single family hillside residence at 303 Crestview Drive, R-1-C Zone,
Section 27.
(This action is categorically exempt from Environmental Assessment per
CEQA. )
Recommendation: That the Commission deny Case 6.355-Variance.
Planner (Williams) presented the project and stated the reason for the
variance is to build a kosher kitchen which requires a separate pre-
paration area, and that it is difficult to achieve because of the rock
interior wall , but that the variance findings are linked to physical
characteristics of the property and that staff could not make the neces-
sary findings for approval and recommends denial .
Vice-Chairman declared the hearing open.
R. Fischer, Tahquitz-McCallum Way, project architect, stated that
because of the hardship created by grading and also the rock material of
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PUBLIC HEARINGS (Continued)
CASE 6.355-VARIANCE. (Continued)
the house there is no way to relocate the kitchen without placing it off
the bedroom or living room wing, and that it would be a shame to destroy
the beauty of the old house.
There being no further appearances, Vice-Chairman declared the hearing
closed.
In reply to Planning Commission question, Planning Director stated that
staff would have to do research to answer a question of whether or not
other houses come within six feet of the property line in the area since
most of the houses are old and no plans are available, but that there
are sixty foot lots in the area which are automatically granted a
variance of six feet.
Chairman stated that the area is non-conforming because of its natural
topography.
In reply to Commission question, Planning Director stated that a law for
granting variances requires an unusual circumstance such as substandard
lot, unusual shape of the property, and topography, but in this case the
problem is caused by the development (house) on the lot, he stated that
the lot is not substandard, and that granting a variance would be a
special privilege.
Commissioner Edgmon asked whether of not the next door neighbors were
aware of the proposal .
Planner stated that notices were sent to all property owners within 400
feet and no comments were received. She stated that the proposed
kitchen would be 6 feet off the property line if approved.
Vice-Chairman requested that the applicant address the Commission
regarding comments of the neighbors.
Mrs. H. Wouk, 303 Crestview Drive, the applicant, stated that the
closest neighbor is aware of the proposal , that there is a carport on
the neighboring property which extends to her property line and that
there are also a stone wall and fence, that the exact property line
is not known, that although there is wasted space inside the house,
there is a stone wall preventing a kitchen renovation, and that the
kitchen is small and not as convenient as it should be for an elegant
property.
Commissioner Olsen stated that it seems that even if Commission were
predisposed to grant the variance because of the existing conditions.
State law provisions preclude approval .
Planning Director stated that staff cannot make findings for approval ,
but the City Attorney has requested continuance for his office to review
I a case that bears on the issue.
Chairman stated that he understood staff"s and City Attorney's con-
sideration, but that the house violates setbacks from two sides.
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PUBLIC HEARINGS (Continued)
CASE 6.355-VARIANCE. (Continued)
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Vice-Chairman stated that the property is large, but that the house/an
unfortunate placement on the lot, and that the ownert desire to increase
the size, is a desire, not a need. He stated that the house is already
in violation of the setbacks, and that he needed direction on whether or
not it would be a violation of State law to consider a variance,
although he felt that it would not cause any specific problems.
M/S/C (Whitney/Olsen; Hough abstained) for a continuance to January 28,
for the City Attorney to review court decisions in similar cases and for
staff to review the surrounding area.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Ms. D. Stone, Palm Springs, questioned the necessity for more theaters
in town and asked if there would be a different program at the Courtyard
theaters that the ones already shown in other theaters.
Planning Director stated that the initial direction indicated from
Metropolitan Theaters is that there would be some repetition of movies,
but that the owner will have other kinds of shows and expansion of
offerings, particularly in the smaller theaters which would show movies
such as foreign ones and others that have a smaller market. (Ref. Case
3.0097. )
CASE 3.0151 (MINOR) . Application by BEN DOBRIS for architectural approval of
enclosure of upper balcony on Los Patos Drive in New Horizons condo-
minium complex R-2 Zone, Section 29. (Reference Case 2.807-HOA. )
Planner (Green) described-the proposal which is a enclosure of an upper
balcony for a closet in the New Horizon Condominium complex, that it is
a minor change, but approval would set a precedent for such design
changes in the future for the project. He stated that there are some
two-story condos of the same configuration fronting on Golf Club Drive
which staff could not approve if proposals were submitted, and that
there was a split vote on the AAC because some of the members felt that
it would be precedent setting and also alter the design of the second
story units throughout the project, and others felt that the proposal is
too insignificant to deny.
Discussion followed the precedent-setting nature of the proposal .
Commissioner Edgmon stated that other similar proposals could be built
and possibly go unobserved by staff.
Commissioner Olsen agreed with Commissioner Edgmon and stated that he
voted against the proposal at the AAC meeting because he felt that if it
has been presented as part of the original design, it would not have
been approved. Vice Chairman stated that the Commission had reviewed
the proposals approved by homeowners associations in the past in other
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PUBLIC HEARINGS (Continued)
CASE 3.0151 (MINOR). (Continued)
�-' condominiums and has seen poor results and that it is appropriate for
the Commission to keep the homeowners associations apprised of its
feelings on revisions to the architecture of approved condominium
projects.
B. Dobris, 2413 Los Patos, the applicant, requested approval stating
that it would not be precedent setting and that every individual case
should be reviewed on its own merits by the Commission, and that his
unit does not face Golf Club Drive, that some units might not be an area
where they affect the appearance of a complex, that the finished addi-
tion would blend with the exterior of the complex, that his unit is a
150 feet away from a private street and a long distance from Golf Club
Drive.
Planner reviewed the location of the unit on the display board and
explained that future similar proposals would be reviewed at staff level
if the subject proposal were approved as a prototype, and that it is
likely that these future proposals would not be brought to the
Commission because of the administrative burden on the agenda.
Mr. Dobris stated that it should not looked at as a burden on the
Commission, that every taxpayer has a right to individual review by the
Commission.
Planning Director explained that staff was not stating that it would be
a burden on the Commission to bring cases to the agenda, but that the
established precedent was to have the Commission approve a prototype
which would serve as an example for future proposals, and that these are
approved at staff level to relieve the Commission of hearing the same
proposal several times.
Commissioner Whitney stated that besides setting a precedent the pro-
posal is an attempt to change the architecture as originally approved,
and that the AAC and Commission do not look favorably upon these kinds
of changes.
Commissioner Olsen stated that it would be different if all the units
were proposing a similar change so the total effect could be reviewed,
and individual changes could result in a loss of the design integrity of
the complex.
Mr. Dobris asked if the denial were because of the architecture, because
if it were he could propose an alternative.
Vice-Chairman stated that he had concerns and shared Commissioner
Olsen's feelings but that he could see the applicant's viewpoint, that
some of the proposed changes to condos are done without permit and that
Mr. Dobris had brought his before the Commission. He stated that the
Commission has to be careful and should indicate what it is trying to
accomplish.
�`'� M/S/C (Neel/Olsen; Lapham/Curtis dissented) denying the application.
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PUBLIC HEARINGS (Continued)
CASE 3.0151 (MINOR) . (Continued)
`-' Discussion followed. Vice-Chairman asked if the Commission intention
was for denial or for further review, and if so the motion should be
amended to a restudy.
Commissioner Neel stated that a restudy would not change the precedent-
setting nature of the application.
Planning Director stated that if the applicant submitted another design,
the application could be amended without further fees.
M/S/C (Neel/Olsen) amending the motion to a restudy of the application.
CASE 3.0153. Application by W. KLEINDIENST for architectural approval of new
covered parking structures for an existing office building on the north-
east corner of Farrell Drive/Ramon Road, "P" Zone, Section 13 (Ref.
Case 3.263).
Vice-Chairman abstained. Commissioner Olsen presided.
Planner (Green) explained the proposal on the display board and stated
that on-site inspection revealed that trees might be a maintenance
problem in the carports, but that the AAC and landscape architects felt
that the trees could be trimmed and recommended replacement if they
died. He stated that the carports are visible from Farrell Drive.
Planning Director stated that the reason staff is requesting review is
that the design of the carports causes a saw-toothed edge to come into
contact with the trees. He stated that staff recommends a design which
lessens the massiness of the carports, and that the "Z" channel is also
a concern, although not commented on by the AAC.
In reply to Commission question on the cost of covering a double space
of carports, Mr. Kleindienst, the architect, stated that because of a
tight budget the company only builds covered spaces as they are paid for
by the tenants. He asked how the covered parking could be screened, and
Planning Director stated that a wall and landscaping could be used as
screening.
Commissioner Edgmon stated that she felt the parking structure should be
completely covered, and that she had concerns that sufficient land-
scaping was included on the middle carport. Mr. Kleindienst stated
that the number of shrubs and bushes will be increased.
Commissioner Hough stated that although he understood the purpose of
building carports as space is paid for, he would like to see all the
carports covered. Commissioner Whitney stated that she agreed with the
AAC.
Vice-Chairman asked whether opening car doors would strike the poles in
the carport lanes. Mr. Kleindienst stated that the position of the
poles would be at the windshield and pose no danger to car doors. He
stated also that if more carports were built, the plan would be reversed
and match the double loaded carports. He stated that if the
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PUBLIC HEARINGS (Continued)
CASE 3.0153. (Continued)
Commission wanted all carports double loaded, the design would be
unbalanced because only A and B buildings want the carports. He stated
that they could not be built to the property line because of zoning.
M/S/C (Lapham/Whitney; Curtis abstained) approving the application sub-
ject to the following conditions:
1. That the ficus trees shall be trimmed and trained to grow through
the holes in the carports.
2. That support columns shall be located between parking spaces.
3. That should any trees die, they shall be immediately replaced with
a similar specimen to the satisfaction of the City Planning
Division.
4. That a detailed landscaping plan shall be submitted.
5. That all recommendations of the Development Committee be met.
6. That 3 double loaded parking bays are approved to be placed
wherever the architect decides subject to staff review.
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 3.960 (CONTINUED). Application by CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATES for the Palm
Springs Mall for architectural approval of revised exterior colors for
remodeled shopping center on the southwest corner of Tahquitz-McCallum
Way/Farrell Drive, C-S-C Zone, Section 13.
Planner (Williams) gave a brief history of the case and stated that
final Commission action was a restudy with the yellow color to be
eliminated, a restudy of the placement/organization of the colors, and
approval of the Camelot Theater colors as painted. She stated that the
architect submitted a colored north elevation, but no new colors were
submitted for the east or south sides of the project. She
explained that there was lengthy discussion at the AAC with two motions
(both the same) accepting the coloration on the board and recommending
that the yellow be placed in the insert areas along the north elevation
except in front of Thrifty's which will remain orange (0) , and that
there was no action on the east or south side by the AAC. She stated
that the ' rear of Vons and Walker Scott which were represented in
photographs were also approved by the AAC--which: , reviewed color coded
elevations in December of 1986 and approved them for the east and south
side.
Chairman stated that the AAC felt that what was painted should be left
and the colors of the other half of the building reorganized.
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ARCHITECTURAL APPROVAL ITEMS (Continued)
CASE 3.960. (Continued)
D. Christian, 1000 S. Palm Canyon, project architect, stated that he had
talked with the Commission at the December 17 adjourned meeting about
reorganizing the color palette so that light pink, peach and orange were
the field colors and cream/yellow, purple and darker pink were the
accent colors. He requested official action to avoid further dis-
cussion.
Chairman stated that the north side color palette is organized and
acceptable, but to leave the east and south side palette as they are is
ridiculous, and that if the north elevation scheme is not brought all
the way around the center, he would not vote in favor of the color
scheme.
Vice-Chairman stated that he would not be in favor of approving any
current color palette, that the colors are not to his personal taste,
that the colors on the color board do not correspond to the original
approved colors, and show lack of continuity, that the main building
shows no color organization, that if the colors were presented as they
were painted they would not have been approved, that the colors need
more organization and less contrast, and that yellow should be used as
an accent color only. He stated that pink was not approved as a field
color on the east and that the colors should be reorganized and the
impact lessened to meet the approved original colored elevations
presented to the Commission. He stated that he would not approve any
colors other than those on the original colored elevations.
Mr. Christian stated that three colors had been approved.
Vice-Chairman questioned the statement.
In reply, Planning Director stated that no formal actions have been
taken by the Commission after the field inspection after the January
meetings, that the architect was told that there were no problems with
the six colors based on the field review comments, but that the color
palette did not come back before the Commission for formal action.
Mr. Christian indicated that he had always been able to proceed on pro-
jects on the kind of recommendation by staff that he was given, that the
yellow and peach were approved and the orange (which was not originally
intended to be a field color) , and that he thought that the three colors
were approved, although the three accent colors had not been. He
requested Commission input on whether or not the six color palette was
what the Commission was discussing.
Vice-Chairman repeated that he did not vote for the elevations, and Mr.
Christian requested a vote on the colors. Vice-Chairman repeated that
the six colors did not have final approval by the Commission. Mr.
Christian stated that the colors went before the Commission months ago.
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CASE 3.960. (Continued)
Vice-Chairman stated that the issue of the impact of the colors has. not
been approached and six colors were approved on a rendering, but that
the renderings are not close to the actual colors proposed, and that a
color palette cannot be approved by number, which is what the architect
is asking the Commission to do.
Mr. Christian again repeated that he wanted to know the status of the
six colors. Vice-Chairman stated that the Commission wants the proposed
subdued.
Commissioner Hough stated that six colors were reviewed in an adjourned
meeting and the Commission could not agree unanimously to the color
palette except that the amount of yellow was to be reduced. He stated
that he recalled negative feedback to the six colors.
Commissioner Whitney noted that she voted to approve the color scheme on
the north elevation, but was not in agreement with the color scheme on
the east and south sides as they are presently painted. She stated that
she would vote for a color scheme if it reflected the proposed color
palette of the north side.
Commissioner Olsen agreed, stating that the north color palette is
acceptable, but that the east elevation is not and that he would vote
for a color palette reflecting the colors on the north side.
Chairman requested a review of the color palette.
Planner described the color scheme in detail of all four sides of the
complex on the display board.
In reply to Commission question, Mr. Christian stated that he could not
speak for his client on re-painting the entire building.
Chairman commented that the painting of the entire building could be a
condition.
G. Victerson of Benequity Properties, mall owners, requested that the
Commission approve the six colors.
Vice-Chairman asked if the Commission were comfortable with the colors
presented. Commissioner Neel stated that he had never liked pink and
thought that the Commission was going to review paint swatches on the
buildings. Mr. Christian stated that the swatches were painted. Mr.
Victerson stated that some AAC members and some Comm si sioners saw the
swatches.
Discussion continued. Commissioner Olsen stated that the color palette
represented on the board would be acceptable if the trim colors were
minimally used, and that he would not have problems with the palette if
the brighter colors were used as trim rather than on complete walls.
Mr. Christian stated that the last elevation presented showed the intent
of the accent colors. Commissioner Olsen objected stating that on the
eastern
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ARCHITECTURAL APPROVAL ITEMS (Continued)
CASE 3.960. (Continued)
elevation there is a four foot stripe of purple when a one foot stripe
would have sufficed.
Vice-Chairman asked whether or not the Commission could agree to the six
colors presented. Chairman stated that he did not think that the
Commission should choose the colors and their placement, but that a
complete color scheme such as the one on the north elevation should be
approved. Confi ss ioners Whitney and Hough also agreed to the north
elevation's palette, Commissioner Hough stated his approval would be
contingent upon repainting of the beige elevations on Tahquitz-
McCallum.
Vice-Chairman stated that three years ago when Vons proposed a red sign
it was denied and the company was told to change the color to rust and
the same thing happened with the Millers sign. He stated that the six
color palette is totally the antithesis of what Palm Springs represents,
and the colors of the elevations presented should be the ones painted
even if an exact shade cannot be achieved by colored markers.
Discussion continued with Mr. Victerson who stated that the renderings
presented at the meeting are an effective representation of what will be
seen when it is painted. He asked the Commission to indicate the colors
they want. Chairman stated that it is not what the Commission wanted,
but that it is workable. Mr. Victerson stated that the colors were
approved a year ago and have not changed except that now that they are
painted on the buildings. He stated that the original submittal was a
conceptual rendering of a multi-colored scheme which was approved.
Vice-Chairman stated that he did not agree with Mr. Victerson's
interpretation and that the Commission should have seen an elevation
representative of what was painted on the buildings. Mr. Christian
stated that because of the differences in shade between the colors and
the markers a color board was presented.
Planning Director stated that the Commission is not accustomed to bright
color palettes, and that the City has always stressed a limited desert
color range without needing absolutely accurate colored elevations but
that the trend is toward stronger, lively colors. He recommended that
the Commission give direction to the staff, AAC, and the design
community on what is acceptable, such as literal color renderings,
more information, color schemes for all elevations at the beginning of a
presentation. He stated that with the Mall , Commission has a full scale
colored model , and that the colored elevations were presented before
colors where specifically chosen for the Mall . He commented that the
Commission could take action to approve the proposed color scheme of the
north side with the entire complex to be similarly painted, and that the
Commission needs to know how a color palette is to be used since the
bright colors are a totally new area. He reiterated that if the
Commission wants a specific presentation or material , it should ask for
it.
Vice-Chairman asked for staff's recommendation. Planning Director
stated that the architecture of the buildings is excellent and relates
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CASE 3.960. (Continued)
to the desert, but that there aspects of the architecture that do not
allow a field color with a similarly colored trim, that the colors
should be as sophisticated and organized as possible, and that he would
not have chosen the colors, but that the AAC supported the palette. He
stated that staff's recommendation would be to have Planning Commission
approval of a scheme unifying all four elevations and that if the north
elevation palette is acceptable, staff can work to bring the colors of
the other elevations into conformity with the north side.
Chairman stated that the AAC should approve the revised exterior colors.
Mr. Christian stated that the elevations were submitted, samples painted
for field review, that staff was called for review and indicated that
the three base colors were approved by the AAC and Commission and the
three accent colors were not and that after that painting was begun he
discussed the substitution of one color (orange) which was a risk since
that field color was not approved. He stated that he also realized that
the accent colors were not approved but he felt that they were
compatible. He stated that he wished the Commission had reviewed the
colors originally and denied them.
Commissioner Olsen stated that Mr. Christian could visualize the color
scheme from the beginning, that Mr. Christian has been in the develop-
ment community a long time, that he had made a error in the color
selection, and that the City was in error for not realizing that the
` colors painted were not close to the previously approved colored
elevations. He stated that it was incumbent on both the City and the
architect to develop a presentation and explain-. the effect of the colors
(especially on a project the magnitude of the Mall ) when colors move
outside of previous color palettes in the city. He stated that an
artist should have been employed to create the exact colors, thus
avoiding problems.
Mr. Victerson stated that he agreed with Commissioner Olsen and Mr.
Christian that a more effective process should have taken place, but
that he had a problem since he had spent 30 to 40 thousand dollars on
paint, and is in a situation in which he should not have been placed.
He stated that everyone has worked in good faith, which is the reason
the orange is proposed on the north side. He stated that if the colors
are approved on the north side palette, the Commission should allow
Benequity leave east side colors since all colors were selected in good
faith.
M/S/C (Lapham/Olsen; Edgmon abstained; Curtis/Neel dissented) approving
the color scheme on the north side of the mall , which is to be the basis
for the paint scheme for all four sides including a repaint of the east
and south sides, with the color scheme to be resubmitted to the
Commission for a prova .
Discussion followed. Chairman reiterated that the north scheme is to be
followed (orange, pink, and peach) for all four sides.
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ARCHITECTURAL APPROVAL ITEMS (Continued)
CASE 3.0123 (Continued). Application by HERITAGE 'RANCH CORPORATION for
architectural approval of revised plans for shopping center on North
Palm Canyon Drive between Vis Escuela/Zanjero Street, C-1 and R-G-A(6)
Zones, Section 3.
M/S/C (Olsen/Hough; Edgmon abstained) continuing the application to
January 28, 1987 pending receipt of revised plans.
CASE 5.0424-CUP. Application by MARRIOTT CORPORATION for preliminary archi-
tectural review of 149 unit hotel on the east side of Hermosa Drive
between Tahquitz Way/Andreas Drive, R-4-VP and C-1-AA Zones (I.L. ),
Section 14.
(Final review will be concurrent with Conditional Use Permit public
hearing. )
Planning Director stated that the item was placed on the agenda for
architectural review only, and that it will be noticed for public
hearing on January 28 as a conditional use permit because of the height
which is over 35 feet (46 feet).
Planner (Green) presented the project, noting AAC recommendations for
restudy as follows: Repetitious elements, busy roof lines, orientation
which obscures mountains and sun in the courtyards, lack of building
stepping on the 3-story elements, and stereo-typed appearance along
Tahquitz Way.
J. Bloodworth, Santa Ana, representing the Marriott Corporation, stated
that the courtyard is an important element of the design and that it has
landscaping and lawn furniture and is a focal point for the dining rooms
which overlook it. He stated that there is a stepped transition between
the one, two, and three story elements, that undulation is not as
pronounced as the renderings indicate, and that most of the rooms have a
mountain view from the balconies.
Vice-Chairman stated that he could only reiterate the comments of the
AAC and feels that the project is too massive for the site, and that the
Commission has to consider impacts of the project. He stated that
quality of construction is meaningful to the most important street in
the City and recommended that the architects consider all
recommendations of the AAC. He stated that he did not believe that 149
units could be massed on this property in an acceptable manner.
Commissioner Olsen also directed the applicants to review the other
buildings on Tahquitz for inspiration.
Commissioner Edgmon stated that the Tahquitz elevation is lovely, but
that she did not feel that the sides coordinated with the front.
Commissioner Hough agreed that the sides are repetitious, that lines
become too vertical , and breaks in the base accentuate the horizontal
appearance.
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ARCHITECTURAL APPROVAL ITEMS (Continued)
CASE 5.0424-CUP. (Continued)
Mr. Bloodworth stated that the elevation is one dimensional and diffi-
cult to present in concept, but that there is some recessing and
advancement in the building to avoid a grid appearance.
M/S/C (Olsen/Whitney; Neel abstained) for a restudy noting the
following:
1. That the three story elevators shall be less repetitious.
2. That the visual qualities of the Tahquitz elevation shall be
introduced into the north-south three story elevations. (It was
noted that the horizontal character of the Tahquitz elevation
visually conflicted with the vertical character of the proposed
three story elevations. )
3. That the roof of the three story structures shall be revised to
incorporate similar elements to the roof of the single story
Tahquitz elevation (flat roof elements intermixed with pitched
roofs would be acceptable). It was noted that the roofline should
have a "cleaner" profile and be less "busy".
AAC noted that the vernacular of the roofs on the single story
element and the three story element were not consistent.
4. It was noted that the orientation and height of the building would
V... preclude views of the mountains from many of the rooms and pool
area, and the building would shade the pool area except for mid-
summer, AAC noted that, because of the above, the design under-
estimates the potential use of the courtyard.
5. Stepping of the three story buildings should be explored (as
opposed to the proposed vertical three story wall ).
6. AAC noted that the building should be consistent with the high
quality of the newer structures along Tahquitz and that the
building should have a "quality custom" appearance.
7. Details of exterior light fixtures shall be submitted.
8. Gutter and downspouts shall be deleted.
TRIBAL COUNCIL COMMENTS
"In keeping with its normal practice of not considering architectural
review matter, the Tribal Council withheld comments on the Case pending
receipt and review of the City Planning Staff Report and supplemental
material related to the Conditional Use Permit."
.L Chairman left the meeting.
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ARCHITECTURAL APPROVAL ITEMS (Continued)
CASE 5.0258-PD-145. Discussion of Draft EIR being processed by Riverside
County for Andreas Cove Country Club, a Planned Development District for
construction of a residential and hotel development, including golf
course, on South Palm Canyon Drive (portion I.L. ) south of City limits,
Section 2, Riverside County.
Planner (Evans) stated that he had reviewed the site plan as presented
to Riverside County as well as last plan officially reviewed by the
Commission and Council , and that staff recommends that the Commission
direct staff to document the previous recommendations of the Commission,
review and comment on the draft, Specific Plan/EIR, and prepare a
resolution which documents the concerns of the City, specifically the
lack of adequate urban services and need for a more detailed analysis of
the Palm Canyon area. He stated that the plan has changed only slightly
from the original submission and showed the changes on the board. He
explained that the project is now a 250 room hotel with approximately
295 residences located throughout the canyon areas, and that the nature
of the residential area is single family lots with golf course frontage
or access, and that some of the lots are 80 feet wide and are 8,000 sq.
ft. He overviewed that the circulation and access impacts on the site,
that there will be similiar overall site disruption, and that the EIR
and Specific Plan did not address all development issues. He stated
that Andreas Canyon development should be pulled away from the canyon
mouth and that the golf course extends to the hillside. He explained
that the golf facility should be relocated away from the hillside mouth
of Murray Canyon and that the City Council and Commission recommended
that residential development should not encroach into the canyons. He
noted that the cart path, which the Commission recommended be placed out
of the stream bedsi`sproposed to be in the stream bed. In response to
Commission he stated that Palm Canyon has the largest desert palm oasis,
with Andreas Canyon second and Murray Canyon third, and that no other
projects in the valley are this close to a palm oasis. In relation to
the hillside he stated that every community has a Country Club developed
into a canyon or a hillside. He stated that the City is concerned about
improvements being placed in sensitive areas, but the developer stated
that he cannot economically lose developable property. He stated that
the concerns of the Council were the canyons, hillsides, and overall
site disruption (75% would be graded), and that although the developer
has reduced the units their location and impact has not changed, and
that the Council wants better accessto Palm and Andreas Canyons, but it
is difficult to adjust the Indian Canyon access. He stated also that
the site plan disrupts the same amount of ground as it did previously.
He explained that there are substantial differences between the
requirements of the County and the City regarding fire and
emergency services, and this is a cause for concern. He recommended
that a full report be prepared for the Council .
Planning Director stated that the processing with the County is on a
fairly tight time frame, and that the EIR is lengthy and that there has
been much turnover on the Commission. He recommended that a
subcommittee composed of new members be established to review with staff
the EIR draft. Vice-chairman agreed that new members would benefit from
working on a subcommittee to review the project.
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ARCHITECTURAL APPROVAL ITEMS (Continued)
CASE 5.0258-PD-145. (Continued)
Commissioner Whitney stated that she had abstained when the project was
formerly on the agenda because she was a new member and did not have
sufficient information. Planning Director stated that abstaining would
not be necessary in the future, and that there would be two meetings,
one of which would be on orientation and major areas of concern and the
other for a review of the final draft. He stated that the project will
be returned to the Commission, but that the EIR will not since the final
comments are being sent to Council for the February 4 Council meeting.
Planner stated that a field trip to the site might be beneficial .
Vice-Chairman appointed Commissioners Edgmon, Hough and Olsen to the
subcommittee.
M. Peroni, representing Smith, Peroni and Fox, 980 Tahquitz, stated that
his firm prepared the original EIR which received certification, and
that they are developing the Riverside County report. He stated that he
wanted to understand any concerns of the City and would like to attend
field trips and meetings so that he can address written concerns. He
stated that if there are any questions, Riverside County should be
contacted.
Planning Director noted that the recommendation as presented would need
wording added to reflect that a subcommittee had been appointed.
M/S/C (Neel/Hough; Lapham absent) directing staff with a
Planning Commission subcommittee to fully document o the k previous
recommendations of the Commission; review and comment on the Draft
Specific Plan/EIR and prepare a resolution which documents the concerns
of the City, specifically the lack of adequate urban services and need
for a more detailed anaylsis of the Palm Canyon area.
TRIBAL COUNCIL COMMENTS
"The Tribal Council and Indian Planning Commission have received copies
of the Specific Plan/Draft EIR for the Andreas Cove Country Club
Project, and will be submitting comments thereon to the Riverside County
Planning Department. "
MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS
CASE 5.0418-CUP. Application by CHRIS MILLS for Mark Hastings for a
Conditional Use Permit to allow a pre-school day care center for 48
children on Racquet Club Road between Farrell Drive/Cerritos Road, R-1-C
Zone, Section 1.
(Commission response to written comments on Draft Negative Declaration.
No comments received. )
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MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS (Continued)
CASE 5.0418-CUP. (Continued)
M/S/C (Olsen/Hough; Lapham absent) ordering the filing or a Negative
Declaration and giving final approval of the application subject to con-
ditions indicated in the staff report dated October 22, 1986 as follows:
1. That all loading and unloading of children occur on site.
2. That all county and state licensing procedures be implemented.
3. That all mechanical equipment be screened from view.
4. That staff parking be in designated parking spaces only.
5. That detailed landscape, exterior lighting, and irrigation plans
be submitted prior to issuance of building permits.
6. That the circular driveway be designated as "one way".
7. That all recommendations of the Development Committee be met.
CASE 5.0290-CUP. Planning Commission review of operation of Angel View Thrift
op as mandated by original conditions of approval ) at 462 N. Indian
Avenue, C-21 and C-1-AA Zones, Section 14.
Chairman abstained. Commissioner Olsen presided.
Planner (Green) explained the conditions of approval for the Conditional
Use Permit and stated that the conditions called for Commission review
at the end of three years when the CUP expired. He stated that some
of the conditions of approval have been addressed regarding physical
appearance of the site, but some have not, and that the applicants are
making an effort to comply with the conditions. He recommended that the
Commission give directions to staff regarding extension of the
Conditional Use Permit if the Commission so desires, and stated that
staff recommends a 90-day continuance for the applicant to comply with
the conditions of approval . He stated that the Commission might want to
inspect the site and indicate concerns to staff.
M/S/C (Neel/Whitney; Curtis abstained; Lapham absent) continuing the
case to April 8, 1987 for further staff and Commission review.
CASE 5.0432-MISC. Planning Commission review of State law requiring 72-hour
noticing oi: Commission agendas.
and
ADDED STARTERS (Determination of eligibility for, consideration. )
Planning Director stated that the Brown Act has been revised and the
revisions came into effect on January 1, 1987. He stated that these
revisions are a result of another City Council voting themselves a pay
raise (which was not listed as an agenda item) at the end of a meeting,
when most of the audience had gone home. He stated that there are now
definitive requirements for establishing an agenda 72-hours in advance
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MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS (Continued)
CASE 5,0342-MISC. & ADDED STARTERS (Continued)
of a meeting and that items can only be added to the agenda that have a
need for action after establishment of the agenda. He stated that
agendas for study sessions are also included in these requirements, and
that a report of the posting of the agenda will become a part of the
agenda format, and that staff has made the agenda available for public
access at the Library reference room, the Planning Commission counter,
and the City Hall Lobby counter. He stated that the Planning Division
will have a supplemental agenda (if one is necessary) after the posting
of the first agenda, and that this supplemental agenda would be in
effect until 1:30 on Friday. He stated that if necessary an added
starter agenda would be prepared after that, which would require a two-
thirds vote of the Commission for action and that a resolution adopting
the changes described and agenda locations for public access will be on
the January 28 agenda.
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 3.0121 (MINOR) . Application by JACK JESSE for Casa Cody for
ar tectural approval of final landscape, exterior lighting, and
irrigation plans for hotel at 175 Cahuilla Road, R-3 Zone, Section 15.
M/S/C (Neel/Whitney; Lapham absent) approving the application subject to
the following conditions:
1. That the revised blue trim color be accepted.
2. That the landscape plan be modified to include:
a. A minimum of three (3) 24" box trees (Cal Pepper or
Jacaranda) strategically placed.
b. Tree forms along the north boundary if there is room.
C. Additional foundation plantings and espalier plantings
throughout.
d. A minimum of 5O% of the shrubs to be five (5) gallon in
size.
e. Details to be reviewed and approved by staff.
CASE 3.0148 (MINOR). Application by FRED HATHAWAY & SONS for architectural
approva o revised exterior materials for commercial building at the
southeast corner of Avenida Palmera/S. Palm Canyon Dr. , C-1 Zone,
Section 23.
M/S/C (Olsen/Whitney; Hough abstained; Lapham absent) approving the
application as submitted.
., CASE 3.0019. Initiation by the CITY OF PALM SPRINGS of architectural approval
oT-elevations and detailed final landscape, irrigation, and exterior
lighting plans for a fire training facility on the east end of Alejo
s
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ARCHITECTURAL APPROVAL ITEMS (Continued)
CASE 3.0019. (Continued)
Road, adjacent to Palm Springs Municipal Airport, "A" Zone, Section 12.
Planning Director stated that the item had been removed from the agenda
pending environmental analysis.
CASE 3.0156 (MINOR) . Application by HENRY BOOKSPAN for architectural approval
of addition to office for hotel (Estrella Inn) at 415 S. Belardo Road,
R-3 Zone, Section 15.
M/S/C (Olsen/Hough; Lapham absent) for a restudy noting the following:
Addition to tie in with building to the south and to match the existing
architecture including pitched tile roof, end wall , fascia etc.
MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS (Continued)
CITY COUNCIL ACTIONS. Commission update of City Council actions.
No report given.
PLANNING COMMISSION REPORTS OR REQUESTS.
Planning Director stated that "Planning Commission Reports or Requests"
will be added to the agenda, and that the Commissioners can ask for
information and for an item to be placed on the agenda, but that no
discussion can take place.
DEFINITIVE ARCHITECTURAL GUIDELINES FOR COLOR PRESENTATION, (REF --CASE 3.960).
Commissioner Olsen requested guidelines for presentation of colors for
all projects in order that the color problems that arose at the Mall are
not repeated.
Commissioner Edgmon requested review of the sign at the Mall in con-
junction with the color scheme.
Planning Director stated that another review of the Mall colors will be
on the January 28 agenda.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to discuss Vice-Chairman adjourned the
meeting a 6:00 p.m.
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PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES
Council Chamber, City Hall
January 28, 1987
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 12 0
Hugh Curtis X 11 0
Martha Edgmon X 2 0
Brent Hough X 6 0
Earl Neel X 9 3
Gary Olsen X 9 3
Barbara Whitney X 9 1
Staff Present
Marvin D. Roos, Planning Director
Douglas Evans, Planner
Robert Green, Planner
Margo Williams, Planner
Carol Vankeeken, Planner
Siegfried Siefkes, Assistant City Attorney
Dave Forcucci , Zoning Enforcement
Mary E. Lawler, Recording Secretary
Architectural Advisory Committee - January 26, 1987
Chris Mills, Chairman Absent: Tom Doczi
William Johnson
Gary Olsen
Barbara Whitney
Brent Hough
Will Kleindienst
Mike Buccino
Chairman called the meeting to order at 1:30 p.m.
M/S/C (Olsen/Neel ) approving minutes of January 14, 1987 as submitted.
Report of Posting of Agenda. Agenda available for public access at City Hall
Lobby counter, Planning Division counter, and Library Reference Room, by 1:30
p.m. , Friday, January 23, 1987.