HomeMy WebLinkAbout2009-05-13 PC MinutesCITY OF PALM SPRINGS
PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES
May 13, 2009
Council Chamber, City Hall
3200 East Tahquitz Canyon Way
Palm Springs, CA 92262
CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting was called to order at 1:30 p.m.
ROLL CALL:
Present
Present
Year: FY 2008/2009
This Meeting:
to Date:
Excused Absences:
Larry Hochanadel, Chair
X
29
0
Leo Cohen, Vice Chair
X
28
1
Jon Caffery
X
26
3
Bill Scott
X
25
4
Tracy Conrad
22
7
Doug Donenfeld
X
28
1
REPORT OF POSTING OF AGENDA:
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. on Thursday,
May 7, 2009.
ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA:
The agenda was accepted, as presented.
PUBLIC COMMENTS:
Chair Hochanadel opened Public Comments:
-Stephen LoCasio, Palm Springs, owner of adjacent property to Item 3A, expressed
concern with any future requirement of utility lines in this vicinity.
There being no further appearances, Public Comments was closed.
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1. CONSENT CALENDAR:
1A. Minutes of April 22, 2009.
M/S/C (Scott/Vice Chair Cohen, 4-0, 1 absent/Conrad, 1 abstained/ Caffery) Approved,
as part of the Consent Calendar.
2. MISCELLANEOUS:
2A. Case SI 09-019 - A request by Quiel Brothers Sign Company to install an
internally illuminated 17.71 square foot blade sign for the Alternate Route
Bar & Nightclub located at 120 South Palm Canyon Drive, Zone C-B-D,
Section 15, APN: 513-144-002. (Project Planner: Scott Taschner, Assistant
Planner)
Scott Taschner, Assistant Planner, provided background information as outlined in the
staff report dated May 13, 2009.
The Commission compared the dimensions of the previous sign with the new sign.
WS/C (Caffery/Donenfeld, 5-0, 1 absent/Conrad) To approve, subject to Conditions of
Approval.
3. PUBLIC HEARING:
3A. Case 3.3323 SFR / 6.512 VAR / 7.1325 AMM - An application by Harold
Meyerman for a Major Architectural Approval, a Variance and AMM request
for a 2,976 single-family residence on a hillside lot, located at 581 Palisades
Drive, Zone R-1-A, Section 15, APN: 513-110-042. (Project Planner: David
A. Newell, Associate Planner)
David A. Newell, Associate Planner, provided background information.as outlined in the
staff report dated May 13, 2009.
Commissioner Caffery stated that he attended a presentation and site inspection given
by the applicant on May 7tn
Marcus Fuller, Assistant Director of Public Works, provided details pertaining to
the easement and the public utility lines.
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Chair Hochanadel opened the Public Hearing:
-James Cioffi, architect and owner's representative, provided details on the water
main, existing utility lines, setback variance and architectural elements of the project.
-Marshall Roath, HTCNO board member, stated that the board attended two
presentations and a site inspection; and the board voted in favor of the proposed
project.
There being no further appearances, the Public Hearing was closed.
M/S/C (Donenfeld/Chair Hochanadel, 5-0, 1 absent/Conrad) To approve, subject to
Conditions of Approval, as amended:
-There shall be no construction activity before 8:00 a.m. during the week, .on Saturdays
or Holidays.
4. OTHER BUSINESS:
4A. Architectural Advisory Committee: Appointment of Architectural Advisory
Committee member.
Chair Hochanadel reported that the AAC interviews have not been completed and
continued the appointment until the next meeting.
PLANNING COMMISSION COMMENTS:
Commissioner Donenfeld noted that he would not be in attendance for the May 27th
meeting.
Commissioner Caffery requested staff follow-up on a business displaying a portable
open sign with flashing lights located at The Plaza.
Vice Chair Cohen reported traffic safety issues with multiple buses parking at the bus
turnout on Palm Canyon and Stevens Road. Staff. responded that Sunline
Agency would be contacted.
PLANNING DIRECTOR'S REPORT:
The Director of Planning provided details on the Museum Market Plaza Specific
Plan scheduled for tonight's City Council meeting.
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Commissioner Caffery expressed concern with building "repaints" consisting of painted
windows, glossy, bright white or vibrant colors. Mr. Caffery suggested further review by
staff for these types of applications. Staff concurred.
ADJOURNMENT:
The Planning Commission adjourned at 2:17 p.m. to a regular meeting on Wednesday,
May 27, 2009, at 1:30 p.m., City Hall, Council Chamber, 3200 East Tahquitz Canyon
Way.
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