The URL can be used to link to this page

Home My WebLink About2013-08-14 PC Meeting MinutesCITY OF PALM SPRINGS PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES August 14, 2013 Council Chamber, City Hall 3200 East Tahquitz Canyon Way Palm Springs, CA 92262 CALL TO ORDER: Chair Donenfeld called the meeting to order at 1:30 pm. ROLL CALL: PRESENT: Commissioner Calerdine, Commissioner Klatchko, Commissioner Lowe, Vice -Chair Hudson and Chair Donenfeld ABSENT: Commissioner Roberts and Commissioner Weremiuk ALSO PRESENT: Director Wheeler, Principal Planner Robertson and Administrative Coordinator Hintz 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 4:00 pm on Thursday, August 8, 2013. ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA: The agenda was approved, as presented. PUBLIC COMMENTS: Chair Donenfeld opened public comments: JACK VANDER WOUDE, applicant (Item 6), commented that a comprehensive traffic study was conducted after the freeway was completed. Mr. Vander Woude explained the issues associated with a government moratorium on all large developments in this area until a treatment plant is built. There being no further appearances public comments was closed. Planning Commission Minutes 2 August 14, 2013 CONSENT CALENDAR: 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: JUNE 26 AND JULY 10, 2013 ACTION: To approve, as amended (minutes of June 26, 2013). (Noting Commissioner Lowe's abstention on the minutes of June 26, 2013.) Motion Commissioner Calerdine, seconded by Chair Donenfeld and unanimously carried on a roll call vote. AYES: Commissioner Calerdine, Commissioner Klatchko, Commissioner Lowe, Vice Chair Hudson and Chair Donenfeld ABSENT: Commissioner Roberts and Commissioner Weremiuk PUBLIC HEARINGS: 2. TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP APPLICATION BY THE BUREAU OF INDIAN AFFAIRS ON BEHALF OF DIANA BOW AND LUCILLE BOW TO SUBDIVIDE A ROUGHLY FIVE ACRE PARCEL INTO TWO CONFORMING PARCELS AND A CLASS 15 CATEGORICAL EXEMPTION (MINOR LAND DIVISIONS) PURSUANT TO CEQA FOR A PARCEL LOCATED ON THE NORTH SIDE OF ACANTO ROAD, ALLOTMENT 80C, ZONE R-1-13; SECTION 35 (IL) (CASE TPM 36431). (KL) Staff reported that the Tribe has requested a continuance to the next meeting of September 11, 2013. ACTION: To continue to a date certain of September 11, 2013, Motion Chair Donenfeld, seconded by Commissioner Lowe and unanimously carried on a roll call vote. AYES: Commissioner Calerdine, Commissioner Klatchko, Commissioner Lowe, Vice Chair Hudson and Chair Donenfeld ABSENT: Commissioner Roberts and Commissioner Weremiuk 3. APPLICATION BY THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS FOR CHANGES TO THE MUNICIPAL CODE REQUIRING EXPANDED NOTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS, INCLUDING NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATIONS FOR CERTAIN APPLICATIONS (CASE 5.1302 ZTA). (MW) VA Planning Commission Minutes 3 August 14, 2013 Director Wheeler presented the proposed zone text amendment to expand the notification requirements. Chair Donenfeld opened the public hearing and with no appearances coming forward the public hearing was closed. The Commissioners discussed specifying a certain distance instead of 4 of the closest neighborhood organizations for notification. Commissioner Calerdine suggested adding language that the signs are maintained. Commissioner Klatchko requested consideration of a distinctive color of the signs rather than a white sign. Commissioner Klatchko expressed concern that requiring a meeting would not apply to every project and the timeframe should be much larger such as a 30 day notice so that the applicant has a chance to comment. He concurred with a certain distance instead of a set number to notify the neighborhood organizations. Chair Donenfeld explained that the Planning Department also notifies the Neighborhood Organizations of the new cases that have been submitted. He prefers those that are directly more affected be notified rather than a broader range. ACTION: Recommend approval to the City Council, as amended 1. Neighborhood Organization Notification: "Notification will be sent via electronic mail to the representatives ... within one half mile of the subject site." 2. Sign Copy Criteria - B: "... 'Project Under Consideration shall be two times the minor letter size" and the City of Palm Springs seal shall be required with a minimum of 4" in height. 3. Delete - G. Neighborhood Public Meetings requirement. 4. Add to F9. Applicant is required to ensure the sign is up and visible throughout the period of the hearing, including the appeal period. Motion Commissioner Calerdine, seconded by Commissioner Lowe and unanimously carried on a roll call vote. AYES: Commissioner Calerdine, Commissioner Klatchko, Commissioner Lowe, Vice Chair Hudson and Chair Donenfeld ABSENT: Commissioner Roberts and Commissioner Weremiuk 3 Planning Commission Minutes 4 August 14, 2013 UNFINISHED BUSINESS: 4. PROPOSED MINOR AMENDMENT TO PDD 321 BY THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA TO ESTABLISH UNIFORM DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS AND PROCEDURES FOR PROCESSING CHANGES FOR ALL LOTS IN PDD 321, "THE MORRISON"; SECTION 14 SPECIFIC PLAN (CASE 5.1082 AMND-F PDD 321. (KL) Commissioner Calerdine stated that he did not attend the previous meeting when Item 4 and 5 were originally presented; however, he has reviewed the DVD of the meeting and will be participating in the discussion and vote on these items. Principal Planner Robertson provided an update on the proposed amendment ACTION: Approve, subject to conditions. Motion Commissioner Calerdine, seconded by Commissioner Klatchko and unanimously carried on a roll call vote. AYES: Commissioner Calerdine, Commissioner Klatchko, Commissioner Lowe, Vice Chair Hudson and Chair Donenfeld ABSENT: Commissioner Roberts and Commissioner Weremiuk 5. AMENDMENT TO FINAL DEVELOPMENT PLANS FOR PDD 301 APPLICATION BY ENCLAVE AT SUNRISE, LLC, TO ALLOW THREE NEW SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL PLAN TYPES FOR THE REMAINING 19 VACANT LOTS LOCATED AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF SUNRISE WAY AND RACQUET CLUB; ZONE PDD301 (CASE NO. 5.1014-PDD 301 AMND). (ER) Principal Planner Robertson provided an update on the modifications to the proposed amendment. Commissioner Calerdine commented that this a good example where pedestrian access should be available to the major arterial. ACTION: Approve as submitted subject to the previously adopted Negative Declaration (ND) and conditions of approval Motion Commissioner Lowe, seconded by Commissioner Calerdine and unanimously carried on a roll call vote. AYES: Commissioner Calerdine, Commissioner Klatchko, Commissioner Lowe, Vice Chair Hudson and Chair Donenfeld ABSENT: Commissioner Roberts and Commissioner Weremiuk 4 Planning Commission Minutes 5 August 14, 2013 NEW BUSINESS: 6. TIME EXTENSION REQUEST BY PALM SPRINGS FREEWAY DEVELOPMENT, LLC, FOR A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO DEVELOP A 65-ROOM HOTEL, TWO DRIVE-THRU RESTAURANTS AND SIGNAGE AT 610 WEST GARNET AVENUE, ZONE M1P,SECTION 15 (CASE 5.0856-CUP) (ER) Commissioner Calerdine disclosed that about four years he was the project manager for the City in the preparation of the environmental documents for the Indian Canyon Inter- change processed through Cal Trans. Principal Planner Robertson presented the time extension requested as outlined in the staff report. Principal Planner Robertson indicated that to this date staff has not received any official correspondence from the County or the Water District concerning a moratorium. Commissioner Calerdine suggested a continuance to have an opportunity to hear more on the wastewater issues on this site. The Commission concurred on a continuance so they can receive more information on the wastewater issues. JACK VANDER WOUDE, applicant, responded to questions from the Commission in reference to the new ramp configuration included the traffic study and septic tanks not being allowed in this area. ACTION: To continue to a date certain of September 11, 2013, to allow a representative from the Water District to attend the meeting and provide information to the Commission. Motion: Commissioner Calerdine, seconded by Commissioner Klatchko and unanimously carried on a roll call vote. AYES: Commissioner Calerdine, Commissioner Klatchko, Commissioner Lowe, Vice Chair Hudson and Chair Donenfeld ABSENT: Commissioner Roberts and Commissioner Weremiuk PLANNING COMMISSION REPORTS, REQUESTS AND COMMENTS:' Commissioner Calerdine was pleased to see the Coco's driveway installed, however, he reported several safety hazards and requested code enforcement follow-up. 5 Planning Commission Minutes 6 August 14, 2013 Vice -Chair Hudson reported the overgrown landscaping at the Home Depot Shopping Center (The Springs) making the parking lot very unsafe. Commissioner Calerdine suggested exit signage at the Springs Shopping Center. PLANNING DIRECTOR'S REPORT: Director Wheeler reminded the Commission that a proclamation for Commissioner Munger will be presented at the Sept. 11th meeting. She commented on the topics of discussion for the upcoming Joint Meeting with the AAC. The Commission gave several suggestions. Director Wheeler reported that October is designated as National Planning month and suggested the Planning Commission could participate in an open house and invite the public to meet the Commission. Chair Donenfeld thought it was a great idea. ADJOURNMENT: The Planning Commission adjourned at 2:47 pm to Wednesday, September 11, 2013 at 11:30 am in the Large Conference Room, 3200 East Tahquitz Canyon Way. A I M. Margo Wheeler, AICP Director of Planning Services 2