HomeMy WebLinkAbout2005-09-14 PC MinutesCITY OF PALM SPRINGS
PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES
September 14, 2005
Council Chambers, City Hall
3200 East Tahquitz Canyon Way
Palm Springs, CA 92262
ROLL CALL: Present: Hutcheson, Ringlein, Cohen, Shoenberger, Vice
Chairman Hochanadel and Chairwoman Marantz
Absent: Roath
CALL TO ORDER: Chairwoman Marantz called the meeting to order at 1:33 p.m.
REPORT OF POSTING OF AGENDA: Director of Planning, Craig A. Ewing, reported that the
agenda was posted by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, September 9, 2005, at City Hall exterior bulletin
board and the Department of Planning and Zoning counter.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Minutes of August 24, 2005 and July 28, 2004.
Commissioner Hochanadel commented that the minutes of August 24, 2005 indicated that
Commissioner Roath was absent; and on some of the votes the count of 7 — 0 was recorded
whereas it should read 6-0.
M/S/C (Cohen/Hochanadel, 6-0, 1 absent/Roath) to approve minutes of August 24, 2005, as
amended.
M/S/C (Hochanadel/Marantz, 2-0, 1 absent/Shoenberger) to approve minutes of July 28, 2004.
1. PUBLIC COMMENTS: Chairwoman Marantz opened the Public Comments, there being
none, Public Comments was closed.
2. CONSENT AGENDA:
Chairwoman Marantz abstained due to a conflict on items 2B and 2C. The meeting was turned
over to Vice Chairman Hochanadel.
2A. Case 3.2780 AA — An application by Mary Pierce to construct a 2-unit residential
condominium building located at 2121 Junipero Avenue, Zone R-G-A(6), Section
M/S/C (Hutcheson/Cohen, 5-0, 2 absent Marantz/Roath) to approve, subject to Conditions of
Approval.
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2B. Case 3.2769 AA — An application by Marlow La Fountaine of Zebra Development
for a 3142 sq. ft. single-family residence located at 265 Crestview Drive, Zone/GP
R1C/L2, Section 27.
M/S/C (Hutcheson/Cohen, 5-0, 2 absent Marantz/Roath) to approve, subject to Conditions of
Approval.
2C. Case 3.2760 AA — An application by Abdon Figueroa for a 2966 square foot
warehouse located at 180 San Rafael Place, Zone/GP MI/GC, Section 34.
M/S/C (Hutcheson/Cohen, 5-0, 2 absent Marantz/Roath) to approve subject to Conditions of
Approval
2D. Case 3.2751 AA — An application by, James Cioffi, to construct a 4,272 sq. ft. single-
family residence located at 1747 Pinnacle Point, Zone/General Plan PD-155/C, Section
36.
M/S/C (Hutcheson/Cohen, 5-0, 2 absent Marantz/Roath) to approve, subject to Conditions of
Approval.
B. PUBLIC HEARINGS: None.
ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW:
4. Case 5.0977 PD 288 — A revision by John Wessman to the final development plans for
St. Baristo to move the 6' courtyard walls along Lugo and Baristo to the property lines located at
300 West Baristo Road. Zone R2, Section 15.
Assistant Planner, Michael Blumson, gave details of proposed project at the exhibits.
Commissioner Shoenberger inquired if the approved plan called for any landscaping between
the old wall and the sidewalk which would be lost if the new wall is approved.
Chairwoman Marantz recommended that the applicant could possibly plant a vine type
"Bougainvillea" which could be planted against the wall.
Marcus Fuller, Senior Engineer, indicated that there is 3 foot distance.
Commissioner Ringlein recommended that the neighbors be noticed so that a review could be
done on this project.
M/S/C (Ringiein/Hochanadel, 6-0, 1 absent/Roath) to continue, with a request to the applicant
to notify surrounding neighbors within 400 feet of proposed project.
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5. Case 5.1024 PD 306 / TM 32675 — An application by Contempo Homes for the
Alexander Country Club Estates for final development plans to subdivide a 6.06 gross
acre site into twenty-five (25) lots, a Preliminary Planned Development District for the
construction of twenty-five (25) detached single family residences and the vacation of
the northerly 115 foot of right of way at the Palm Springs Country Club located at 2800
Whitewater Club Drive, Zone RGA (8), Section 1, APN 501191012.
Chairwoman Marantz recused herself due to her business doing work with Contempo Homes.
Commissioner Shoenberger recused himself due to his legal firm doing business with
Contempo Homes.
Vice Chairman Hochanadel took over the meeting.
Contract Planner, Norm Canchola, gave details of the proposed project.
Lance O'Donnell, O'Donnell Escalante Architects, gave additional information. He reported that
the neighbor's primary concern was that they have an open garden setting and would like to
keep it as is. The wall is mitigated with modified wrought iron and plant material.
M/S/C (Cohen/Hutcheson, 4-0, 3 absent Marantz/Shoenberger/Roath) to approve, subject to
Conditions of Approval.
MISCELLANEOUS:
6. Case 05-105 Sign Permit —An application by US Medical and Mobility for approval of a
90 sq. ft. sign located at 1227 South Gene Autry Trail, Section 19.
Assistant Planner, Michael Blumson, gave details of the proposed project.
M/S/C (Hutcheson/Ringlein, 6-0, 1 absent/Roath) to approve, subject to Conditions of Approval.
7. COMMISSION WORK PROGRAM:
`General Plan Update- Craig A. Ewing reported that The Planning Center would be
forwarding to staff a review the "draft land use plan and element" in the next couple
of weeks which will become available to the public shortly thereafter.
'Work Program Priorities and Subcommittee Assignments — Craig A. Ewing,
indicated he will be attending his first "DOGS" meeting on Monday, Sept. 19, 2005
and would hopefully have more information to share at the next meeting.
4. CITY COUNCIL ACTIONS: Craig A. Ewing indicated that there will be a City Council
Study Session tonight.
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5. COMMISSION/STAFF REPORTS AND REQUESTS - Ringlein requested follow-up
information from last week's Study Session regarding the landscaping issue on Ramon and
Sunrise. Craig A. Ewing reported that he's been in meetings most of the week but will be
will hopefully will have a report at the next meeting on several of the issues that were
brought up. Cohen commented of a great man, whom just passed away, and who's done so
much for the City of Palm Springs, E. Stewart Williams. Chairwoman Marantz reported that
the wall on the corner of Mesquite and Gene Autry Trail is being taken down.
ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business, Chairwoman Marantz, declared the
meeting adjourned at 2:10 p.m.
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