HomeMy WebLinkAbout2009-11-12 PC MinutesCITY OF PALM SPRINGS
PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES
November 12, 2009
Council Chamber, City Hall
3200 East Tahquitz Canyon Way
Palm Springs, CA 92262
CALL TO ORDER:
Chair Cohen called the meeting to order at 1:32 p.m.
ROLL CALL:
Present
Present
This Meeting:
to Date:
Tracy Conrad*
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Doug Donenfeld
X
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Doug Hudson
X
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Leslie Munger
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Bill Scott
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.ion Caffery, Vice Chair X
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Leo Cohen, Chair
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*Commissioner Conrad arrived at 1:47 p.m
FY: 2009 12010
Absence:
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0
0
3
0
2
0
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 by4:00 p.m. on Thursday,
November 5, 2009.
ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA:
Vice Chair Caffery noted his abstention on the minutes October 28, 2009, due to his
absence.
M/S/C (Bill Scott/Doug Donenfeld, 5-0, 2 absent, Leslie Munger/Tracy Conrad) To
accept the agenda, as presented.
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PUBLIC COMMENTS:
Chair Cohen opened public comments:
-Joy Meredith, Palm Springs, spoke in reference to Item IB, suggested that all time
extensions require the applicant/developer to maintain and upkeep the property.
-Glen Lockhart, Palm Springs, spoke in reference to Item 3C, expressed concern with
the abandoned lots that attract vandalism and substantial crime to the area.
-James Fogarty, Palm Springs, spoke in reference to Item 3C, concerned with the
unkept vacant lots and the devaluation of their property.
-Paul Mediano, Palm Springs, spoke in reference to Item 16, expressed concern with
the developer's neglect in the maintenance and upkeep of the buildings on this site.
-Allen Cohen, Palm Springs, spoke in support of Item 3C, requested that the homes be
allowed to be built on this property.
There being no further appearances public comments was closed.
1. CONSENT CALENDAR:
1A. Minutes of October 28, 2009.
M/S/C (Bill Scott/Doug Hudson, 5-0, 1 absent/Leslie Munger, 1 abstained/ Vice Chair
Caffery) To approve, minutes of October 28, 2009.
1B. Case 5.1042 / PD 311 - A request by South Palm Canyon, LLC., for a one-
year time extension for a previously approved mixed -use development
located at 450-490 South Palm Canyon Dr., Zone CBD, Section 13, APN 513-
214-004. (Project Planner: Glenn Mlaker, Assistant Planner)
The Commission discussed a continuance on this item to allow the applicant/developer
the opportunity to address the concerns given during public comments.
Vice Chair Caffery clarified that he is not in favor of the continuance because the issues
of building upkeep were previously discussed with the applicant.
M/S/C (Doug Donenfeld/Doug Hudson, 5-1/Vice Chair Caffery), 1 absent/Leslie
Munger) To continue, to a date certain of December 9, 2009; and direct staff to notify
the applicant/developer and the Code Enforcement personnel most knowledgeable on
this site.
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3. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
3A. Case 5.1230 CUP - An application by Steve and Catherine Alderson for the
construction of an approximately 8,650 square foot single-family residence
with a casita on a hillside lot. The approximate 0.74-acre property is located
at 1600 Avenida Sevilla, Zone R-1-A. (Project Planner: Ken Lyon, Associate
Planner)
Edward Robertson, Principal Planner, provided background information as outlined in
the staff report dated November 12, 2009.
Chair Cohen opened the public hearing:
-Jeff Anderson, Fleetwood Joiner & Associates, project architect representing the
owners, provided details using a computer simulation of the aerial and eye -view of site
and adjacent lots, architectural elements, landscape screening, building and
massing, height conformance and rooftop screening. Mr. Anderson (responding to
questions from the Commission) provided additional information pertaining to the
rooftop mechanical equipment and retaining walls.
No further appearances coming forward the public hearing was closed.
Commissioner Conrad expressed appreciation to the owners for not going beyond the
height limits.
M/S/C (Doug Hudson/Chair Cohen, 6-0, 1 absent/Leslie Munger) To approve Case
5.1230 CUP, subject to the Conditions of Approval, as amended:
Revise Planning Condition # 2 - The roofing material to consist of a two-piece
mudded clay the and color shall be beige or tan.
3B. Case 5.1228 CUP - An application by Del Taco, LLC., for a Conditional Use
Permit to construct a new drive -through restaurant that is approximately
2,163 square feet in size on a vacant property located at 6620 North Indian
Canyon Drive, Zone H-C. (Project Planner: David A. Newell, Associate
Planner)
David Newell, Associate Planner, provided background information as outlined in the
staff report dated November 12, 2009.
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Chair Cohen opened the public hearing:
-Desmond Wong, Construction Manager, responded to questions from the Commission,
addressed the signage (wall artwork) and requested approval of the conditional use
permit.
There being no further appearances the public hearing was closed.
The Commission discussed the design and colors of the building.
M/S/C (Doug Donenfeld/Doug Hudson, 6-0, 1 absent/Leslie Munger) To approve,
subject to Conditions of Approval, as amended:
-Final building color to match the colors on the drawings.
3C. Case 5.0889 PD 272 AMND-B / TTM 36253 - A request by K. Hovnanian
Homes to amend a previously approved PDD 272 and Tract Map 30058. The
proposed amendment is to subdivide Lot 178 of Tract 30058 into three
single-family residential lots located at 1221 Solana Trail, Zone 0-5, APN:
669-700-057. (Project Planner: Edward O. Robertson, Principal Planner)
Edward O. Robertson, Principal Planner, provided background information as outlined
in the staff report dated November 12, 2009.
Chair Cohen opened the public hearing:
-James Crandall, K. Hovnanian Homes, requested approval of the proposed
amendment and was available for questions from the Commission.
There being no further appearances the public hearing was closed.
M/S/C (Vice Chair Caffery/Tracy Conrad, 6-0, 1 absent/Leslie Munger) To approve the
amendment to the Final Development Plans.
PLANNING COMMISSION COMMENTS:
Vice Chair Caffery requested discussion of the zoning code amendments
recommended by the Palm Springs Economic Development Corporation (PSEDC) and
Chamber of Commerce. Commissioner Conrad suggested this report should be
forwarded to the Office of Neighborhood Involvement and other interested groups, as
well.
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Chair Cohen requested a study session discussion .in reference to the beautification
of downtown.
Commissioner Hudson suggested that there may be great value in the Architectural
Advisory Committee reviewing single-family residences that have concerns with scale or
sensitivity to the neighbors.
PLANNING DIRECTOR'S REPORT:
Mr. Robertson reported that the next Commission meeting is scheduled for December
2, 2009,
ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further comments the Planning Commission adjourned at 3:03 p.m. to
Wednesday, December 2, 2009, at 2:00 p.m., City Hall, Large. Conference Room,
3200 East Tahquitz Canyon Way.
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