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Home My WebLink About2006-08-09 PC MinutesCITY OF PALM SPRINGS PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES August 09, 2006 Council Chambers, City Hall 3200 East Tahquitz Canyon Way Palm Springs, CA 92262 ROLL CALL: Present Present Year: FY 2006/2007 This Meeting: to Date: Excused Absences Chair Marantz X 4 0 Vice Chair Hochanadel X 4 0 Cohen X 2 2 Hutcheson X 4 0 Ringlein 3 1 Caffrey X 1 0 Scott X 1 0 _) REPORT OF POSTING OF AGENDA: The August 9, 2006 agenda was available for public access at the City Hall exterior bulletin board and the Department of Planning Services counter by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, August 4, 2006. 1. PUBLIC COMMENTS: (Three minute time limit.) Chair Marantz opened the Public Comments portion of the meeting. There being no comments, Public Comments was closed. CONSENT AGENDA: Chair Marantz requested Item 2B and 2C be pulled from the Consent Agenda for further discussion. Commissioner Hutcheson stated he had a conflict and would abstain from the discussion and vote for Item 2D. City of Palm Springs Planning Commission Minutes of August 9, 2006 Commissioner Hochanadel requested Item 2D be pulled from the Consent Agenda for further discussion. 2A. Minutes of July 5, 2006, July 12, 2006 and July 26, 2006. M/S/C (Vice Chair Hochanadel/Hutcheson, 3-0, 3 abstentions/Cohen/Caffery/Scott, 1 absent/Ringlein) To approve, minutes of July 5, 2006 and July 12, 2006. M/S/C (Vice Chair Hochanadel/Hutcheson, 4-0, 2 abstentions/Caffery/Scott, 1 absent/Ringlein) To approve, minutes of July 26, 2006. 2B. Case Nos. 3.2915 - 3.2918 - SFR's - Applications by Phil Richardson of Indian Canyon Homes, LLC, to build 4 single family residences ranging in size from 4,044 square feet to 4,886 square feet on lots 28, 31, 33 & 34, within the previously approved Estancia Tract, located on Las Brisas Way and Casa Bonita, Zone R-1-13, Section 35. Assistant Planner, David Newell, gave background information as outlined in the staff _) report dated August 9, 2006. Chair Marantz requested clarification on the height. The Commission discussed the type of roofing tile proposed for this project and the existing type for the neighborhood. M/S/C (Vice Chair Hochanadel/Caffrey, 6-0, 1 absent/Ringlein) To approve, subject to Conditions of Approval; and planning staff to provide further research into the Specific Plan for verification of a requirement for specific type roofing tile material. 2C. Case 3.2829 MAJ - An application by Grant Hovakimyan to construct an approximate 7,200 square foot, three -unit condominium building located at 551 East Vista Chino Road, Zone R-2, Section 11, APN 507-022-005. Principal Planner, Edward Robertson, gave background information as outlined in the staff report dated August 9, 2006. Chair Marantz requested clarification on the setbacks and the widening of Vista Chino Road. 2 City of Palm Springs Planning Commission Minutes of August 9, 2006 Assistant Director of Public Works, Marcus Fuller, gave further details relating to the required 20 foot dedication and the widening of Vista Chino Road. The Commission discussed the front setbacks in more detail. The Commission requested further clarification for the bus stop turn -out. M/S/C (Vice Chair Hochanadel/Hutcheson, 6-0, 1 absent/Ringlein) To approve, subject to Conditions of Approval. 2D. Case 3.2919 SFR An application by Alvin Fuchs to construct an approximate 4,021 square foot single-family residence located at 3100 Marigold Circle, Zone R-1-13, Section 35, APN 512-280-001. Commissioner Hutcheson stated he has a conflict of interest and would not participate in the discussion and vote for Item 2D. He left the council chamber at 1:58 p.m. Vice Chair Hochanadel requested further clarification on the type of roofing material to be used. Christopher Sahlin, architect, gave additional information M/S/C (Vice Chair Hoch anadel/Cohen, 5-0, 2 absent/Hutcheson/Ringlein) To approve, subject to,Conditions of Approval. PUBLIC HEARINGS: 3. Case 5.1069 CUP - An application by Jacob Finney of Alcoa Wireless Services (Sprint Nextel) to install a forty-five (45) foot tall wireless communication antenna designed as a monopalm and a twelve foot high enclosed equipment shelter located at Methodist Church of Palm Springs, 1555 East Alejo Road, Zone MBR / HR, Section 14, APN 508-060-004. Commissioner Hutcheson re-entered the council chamber at 2:01 p.m. Assistant Planner, David Newell, gave background information as outlined in the staff report dated August 9, 2006. A correction on page 4, the 2nd paragraph ... "the structure does penetrate air space . .. ". should read, ... "the structure does not penetrate air space ... " 3 City of Palm Springs Planning Commission Minutes of August 9, 2006 Chair Marantz opened the Public Hearing portion of the meeting. Jacob Finney, Alcoa Wireless, representing Spring Nextel, requested clarification on Condition #24 relating to the construction of a 5 foot wide sidewalk long the entire frontage road; and indicated they would be willing to change the trees to date palms. The Commission discussed the type of artificial palm tree proposed and the surrounding existing trees. Assistant Director of Public Works, Marcus Fuller, gave further details relating to Condition #24 and the 5 foot sidewalk. Hubert Thompson, Palm Springs United Methodist Church, stated that they have been working with the applicant and city staff and is in agreement with the conditions. Bob Mainiero, Palm Springs, spoke in support of the project. There being no further comments, Chair Marantz, closed the Public Hearing. ` M/S/C (Caffery/Cohen, 6-0, 1 absent/Ringlein) To recommend approval to City Council, _J subject to Conditions of Approval; and Condition #24 modified to included, "unless provided by others" and the palm fronds and textured trunk to resemble the Washington Robusta tree. ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW: 4. Case 3.2909 SFR - An application by Marmol Radziner & Associates to build a 3,295 sq. ft. single-family residence located at 2230 Southridge Drive, Zone R1A, Section 25, APN 510-250-002. M/S/C (Vice Chair Hochanadel/Cohen, 6-0, 1 absent/Ringlein) To continue, to an indefinite date. MISCELLANEOUS: 5. Case 5.0856 CUP - An application by The Tahiti Group requesting a one-year time extension for a Conditional Use Permit located at 610 West Garnet Avenue, Zone M-1-P, Section 15, APN 666-330-043, 058, 067 and 075. El City of Palm Springs Planning Commission Minutes of August 9, 2006 Chair Marantz requested additional written material for Commissioner Caffery and Scott once this project returns to the Planning Commission. M/S/C (Vice Chair Hochanadel/Hutcheson, 4-0, 2 abstentions Caffery/Scott, 1 absent/Ringlein) To approve, subject to Conditions of Approval. 6. Case 5.0999 - PD 296 / TTM 31230 - An application by Francis LaBranche (Uptown Village) requesting a one-year time extension for Case 5.0999 PD 269 / TTM 31230 located at Zanjero Road west of Via Olivera Road, Zone R2, Section 3, APN 504-260-004 & 005. Chair Marantz requested additional written material for Commissioner Caffery and Scott once this project returns to the Planning Commission. M/S/C (Hutcheson/Cohen, 4-0, 2 abstentions Caffery/Scott, 1 absent/Ringlein) To approve, subject to Conditions of Approval. 7. Case SP 06-046 - An application by Jim Symons of Superior Signs requesting approval of a revised sign program for the Destination Ramon Shopping Center located 5601 East Ramon Road, Zone M1, Section 20, APN 680-170-034. Assistant Planner, David Newell, gave background information as outlined in the staff report dated August 9, 2006. Vice Chair Hochanadel requested clarification on the allocated square footage for the sign program. Commissioner Caffery requested clarification on the difference between the signage at the Palm Springs Mall and this application. He commented that the amount of signs for this program seems excessive. The Commission discussed, at length, the number of approved signs in the original sign program, placing a cap on additional signage, reduction of the sign area and illumination of signs. Vice Chair Hochanadel commented that a sign count would be appropriate with the elimination of some signs to accommodate for others. 5 City of Palm Springs Planning Commission Minutes of August 9, 2006 The Commission further discussed the pros and cons of the request for additional signage. Jim Symons, representing Superior Signs, gave additional information relating to primary and secondary signs. Chair Marantz was in favor of setting a limit on the maximum amount of signage allowed. Commissioner Hutcheson commented that he is in favor of re -enforcing the existing sign program because he felt the existing number of approved signs are adequate as well as the illumination of 2 signs. M/S/C (Hutcheson/Scott, 6-0, 1 absent/Ringlein) To approve, subject to a limit of 18 signs maximum on the north elevation and three illuminated signs; allowing the applicant and staff to work out adjustments for the placement of location for the signs. 8. Election of Officers M/S/C (Cohen/Vice Chair Hochanadel, 6-0, 1 absent/Ringlein) Dianne Marantz is re- appointed as Chair. M/S/C (Cohen/Caffery, 6-0, 1 absent/Ringlein) Larry Hochanadel is re -appointed as Vice Chair. 9. COMMISSION WORK PROGRAM: * *General Plan Update * *Work Program Priorities and Subcommittee Assignments Associate Planner, Ken Lyon, gave the status of the general plan update. Craig A. Ewing gave an update on the outcome of the Planning Commission's Study Session held on August 2nd relating to neighborhood overlays. He indicated the next study session would include: Planned Developments and the Public Benefit. 10. CITY COUNCIL ACTIONS: Update. 6 City of Palm Springs Planning Commission Minutes of August 9, 2006 11. COMMISSION/STAFF REPORTS AND REQUESTS - Craig A. Ewing suggested several ideas for providing early presentations for large projects. Chair Marantz commented that Commissioner Hutcheson and she would not be in attendance for the August 23rd meeting. Vice Chair Hochanadel requested Code Enforcement follow-up at 1500 South Palm Canyon. He indicated a metal screen has been removed from the building causing boxes and miscellaneous items to become visible from the frontage on Palm Canyon. Chair Marantz requested Code Enforcement to follow-up on a banner (Now Selling) at a construction site at Ramon Road and El Segundo. 12. ADJOURNMENT: There being no further comments, the meeting adjourned at 3:02 p.m. Cr A. ' Ewing, AICP Dir or of PI ng Services 7