HomeMy WebLinkAbout2006-11-22 PC MinutesCITY OF PALM SPRINGS
PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES
November 22, 2006
Council Chamber, City Hall
3200 East Tahquitz Canyon Way
Palm Springs, CA 92262
CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order at 1:32 p.m.
ROLL CALL: Present
this Meeting:
Chair Marantz
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Vice Chair Hochanadel X
Cohen
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Ringlein
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Hutcheson
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Caffery
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Scott
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REPORT OF POSTING OF AGENDA:
Present Year: FY 2006/2007
to Date: Excused Absences:
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The agenda was available for public access at the City Hall exterior bulletin board (west
side of Council Chamber) and the Planning Services counter by 5:00 p.m., Friday,
November 17, 2006.
1. PUBLIC COMMENTS:
Chair Marantz opened Public Comments.
Comments was closed.
CONSENT AGENDA:
There being no appearances, Public
Chair Marantz requested Item 2C be pulled from the Consent Agenda for further
discussion.
M/S/C (Hutcheson/Scott, 7-0) To approve, Items 2A and 213, as part of the Consent
Agenda.
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2A. Minutes of November 8, 2006. Approved, as part of the Consent Agenda.
2B. Case 3.2874 - SFR - An application by Hereyan Baghoumian, owner, to
construct a 7,186 square foot single-family residence and a 480 square
foot attached guest house located at 1517 Avenida Sevilla, Zone R-1-13,
Section 35, APN: 512-210-043. (Project Planner: David Newell,
Assistant Planner) Approved, as part of the Consent Agenda.
2C. Draft Resolution on Appeal of Staff Determination on Amendments to
Planned Developments. (Project Planner: Craig A. Ewing, Director of
Planning)
Craig A. Ewing, Director of Planning Services, provided background information.
M/S/C (RingleinNice Chair Hochanadel, 7-0) To adopt draft resolution.
ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW:
3. Case 3.2947 MAJ - An application by Lyons Warren Engineers & Architects,
agent for Geiger, LLC, to construct a 2,692 square foot "Jack in the Box"
restaurant within "The Springs" shopping center located at the northeast
comer of Gene Autry Trail and East Ramon Road, Zone PD 291, APN 677-
280-032. (Project Planner: Diane Bullock, Associate Planner)
Edward Robertson, Principal Planner, provided background information as outlined in
the staff report dated November 22, 2006.
Chair Marantz reported that she was in attendance at the Architecture Advisory
Committee meeting and a request was made to have this building resemble the Jack in
the Box located at Tahquitz Canyon Way and Farrell Drive.
-Steve Schneider, Lyons Warren Architects & Engineers, provided additional
information relating to the architecture.
Vice Chair Hochanadel requested clarification on the drive -through and vehicle
stacking.
Commissioner Caffery voiced his concerns relating to the cultured stone and
landscaping at the Jack in the Box on Tahquitz Canyon Way and Farrell Drive.
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Commissioner Scott reported that he was in attendance at the Architectural Advisory
Committee meeting when the final design was recommended for approval and he is in
favor of the redesign.
M/S/C (Scott/Cohen, 7-0) To approve, subject to an amendment for a recommendation
of the Architecture Advisory Committee.
MISCELLANEOUS:
4. Case 5.1056 / PD 314 -TTM 33576 - An application by Palm Canyon 102, LP,
(Mesquite Village) seeking approval for the final development plans for a
previously approved mixed -use development consisting of 26 live -work
units, 80 two-story attached town homes and approximately 15,000
square feet of commercial space located along the northeast corner of
South Palm Canyon Drive and Mesquite Road, Zone PD 314, Section 23.
(Project Planner: Edward O. Robertson, Principal Planner)
Chair Marantz stated she has a conflict of interest and would be abstaining on Item 4
and would not participate in the discussion and vote. She left the council chamber at
1:52 p.m.
Edward Robertson, Principal Planner, provided background information as outlined in
the staff report dated November 22, 2006.
The Commission discussed phasing, elevations, landscaping and off -site
improvements.
Chair Hochanadel requested the new traffic signal remain inactive until the adjoining
driveway is in use.
-Jay Reynolds, architect, gave further details related to the phasing plan.
-Ted Snyder, applicant, provided additional details pertaining to the
phasing, infrastructure improvements and landscaping.
M/S/C (Ringlein/Cohen, 6-0, 1 abstained/ Chair Marantz) To approve, subject to the
following modifications:
*Landscaping along the entire perimeter wall, as approved by planning staff.
*Traffic signal to remain inactive while the driveway is not in use, subject to approval of
director of public works,
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Chair Marantz re-entered the council chamber at 2:21 p.m.
5. Case 5.1046 / PD 232 - TTM 33341 (156 @ Tahquitz) - An application by Palm
Springs Modem Homes, seeking approval for the final development plans
for a previously approved Planned Development District 232 consisting of
156 attached condominium units located at 2705 East Tahquitz Canyon Way,
Zone PD 232, Section 13. (Project Planner: Edward O. Robertson, Principal
Planner)
Chair Marantz stated she has a business related conflict of interest and would be
abstaining on Item 5. She would not be participating in the discussion and vote and left
the council chamber at 2:22 p.m.
Edward Robertson, Principal Planner, provided background information as outlined in
the staff report dated November 22, 2006.
Commissioner Ringlein requested clarification on the infrastructure phasing.
Commissioner Scott gave background history on the concrete tie -downs used in World
War II.
M/S/C (Hutcheson/Scott, 6-0, 1 abstained/ Chair Marantz) To approve, as submitted.
Chair Marantz re-entered the council chamber at 2:30 p.m.
6. PUBLIC HEARINGS: None.
7. COMMISSION WORK PROGRAM:
"General Plan Update
"*Work Program Priorities and Subcommittee Assignments
8. CITY COUNCIL ACTIONS: Update.
9. COMMISSION/STAFF REPORTS AND REQUESTS:
Chair Marantz requested code enforcement follow-up on the brightly illuminated
ATM sign located at the Village Pub.
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Commissioner Hochanadel reported that the "Now Selling" sign on the construction
fence at the site on Ramon Road have been removed.
Craig A. Ewing provided details on a graphic program for construction fencing.
Commissioner Cohen requested follow-up on a sign on the construction fence at the
BMW site.
Commissioner Hutcheson requested clarification on city regulations relating to a vacant
burnt building on the corner of Vista Chino and North Palm Canyon. He also referred to
a letter written on November Idh, relating to a speed bump and berm between Racquet
Club and Via Escuela.
Commissioner Ringlein requested follow-up on the landscaping for the single
family dwellings along the frontage on Racquet Club and Vista Chino. She reported that
she will not be in attendance for the December 27, 2006 Planning Commission meeting.
Commissioner Scott requested a historic building at 1000 North Palm Canyon Drive be
secured from vandalism. He also stated his concern with the phasing of large projects
and requested a study session to discuss the parking issues at the Convention Center.
Vice Chair Hochanadel requested from staff the status of the map for cell tower
locations within the city.
Commissioner Cohen reported a stop sign blocked by a tree on the corner of Via Norte
and Vista Chino.
Commissioner Caffery commented on an alternative volunteer for the Architectural
Advisory Committee.
10. ADJOURNMENT: There being no further comments, the meeting adjourned
at 2:45 p.m.
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