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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2014-07-23 PC Meeting MinutesCITY OF PALM SPRINGS PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES July 23, 2014 Council Chamber, City Hall 3200 East Tahquitz Canyon Way Palm Springs, CA 92262 CALL TO ORDER: Chair Hudson called the meeting to order at 1:30 p.m. ROLL CALL: PRESENT: Commissioner Calerdine, Commissioner Lowe, Commissioner Middleton, Commissioner Roberts, Commissioner Weremiuk, Vice - Chair Klatchko and Chair Hudson ALSO PRESENT: Director Wheeler, Associate Planner Newell, Associate Planner Lyon, Assistant Director of Public Works Khamphou and Administrator Coordinator Hintz REPORT OF POSTING OF AGENDA: The agenda was posted was posted 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, July 17, 2014. ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA: Vice -Chair Klatchko recused himself from Item 2B due to a property -related conflict of interest. Commissioner Roberts recused himself from Item 3B due to a property -related ,conflict of interest. The agenda was accepted as amended. PUBLIC COMMENTS: JAY COCKROFT spoke on Beazer Homes providing details on lot coverage and the modifications that have been made to Plans 3 and 4. SPENCER HOWARD, Escena resident, said he's pleased to see the open floor plans and changes made to the project. 1. CONSENT CALENDAR: 1A. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: July 9, 2014 Planning Commission Minutes July 23, 2014 ACTION: Approve the Planning Commission Minutes of July 9, 2014, as amended. MOTION: Commissioner Roberts, seconded by Commissioner Calerdine and unanimously carried 7-0 on a roll call vote. AYES: Commissioner Calerdine, Commissioner Lowe, Commissioner Middleton, Commissioner Roberts, Commissioner Weremiuk, Vice -Chair Klatchko and Chair Hudson 2. PUBLIC HEARINGS: 2A. CONT'D - KEITH ZIMMERMAN FOR A TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP, SUBDIVIDE A 0.62-ACRE LOT INTO THREE RESIDENTIAL LOTS WITH REDUCED LOT WIDTHS; LOCATED ADJACENT TO ORANGE AVENUE, SOUTH OF SUNNY DUNES ROAD AND NORTH OF MESQUITE AVENUE, ZONE R- 1-D (CASE NOS. TPM 36562, 6.539 VAR AND 7.1427 AMM). (DN) ASSOCIATE PLANNER NEWELL presented the proposed project. CHAIR HUDSON mentioned this project has 3 conforming lots. COMMISSIONER CALERDINE asked a question regarding access. CHAIR HUDSON opened the public hearing: MARLENE BAILEY, representing Ocean West Homes, addressed the modifications made to the project and was available for questions. There being no further appearances the public hearing was closed. COMMISSIONER CALERDINE asked if home designs will come back. ASSOCIATE PLANNER NEWELL responded no. COMMISSIONER WEREMIUK asked for these conditions to be imposed: no turf in front yard; smart water controllers and separate water metering. COMMISSIONER MIDDLETON asked if homes would be pre -wired for solar. MARLENE BAILEY responded yes. VICE -CHAIR KLATCHKO commented that separating interior and exterior for metering is troubling. 2 1 P a g e Planning Commission Minutes July 23, 2014 COMMISSIONER ROBERTS offered Commissioner Weremiuk's third condition to be a comment and suggested it be replaced with: house to be pre -wired for solar. ACTION: Approve with added conditions: 1. No turf in the front yard. 2. Install and maintain smart controllers for irrigation. 3. Pre -wired for solar. MOTION: Commissioner Weremiuk, seconded by Commissioner Roberts and unanimously carried on a 7-0 roll call vote. AYES: Commissioner Calerdine, Commissioner Lowe, Commissioner Middleton, Commissioner Roberts, Commissioner Weremiuk, Vice -Chair Klatchko and Chair Hudson Director Wheeler reported that this item would move forward to the City Council for review. 2B. CONT'D - DOUGLAS C. JONES FOR A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT AND VARIANCE TO CONSTRUCT TWO WIRELESS TELECOMMUNICATION FACILITIES CONSISTING OF SIXTY-SIX FOOT TALL MONOPOLES, EXCEEDING THE MAXIMUM PERMITTED ZONING HEIGHT, DESIGNED AS PALM TREES AT A VACANT PARCEL OF LAND LOCATED ON THE WEST SIDE OF GOLDEN SANDS MOBILE HOME PARK AT 3430 NORTH SUNRISE WAY, ZONE O (CASE NO. 5.1321 CUP AND 6.533 VAR). (DN) ACTION: Continue to meeting of August 27, 2014. MOTION: Chair Hudson, seconded by Commissioner Roberts and unanimously carried on 7-0 on a roll call vote. AYES: Commissioner Calerdine, Commissioner Lowe, Commissioner Middleton, Commissioner Roberts, Commissioner Weremiuk, Vice -Chair Klatchko and Chair Hudson 2C. FAMILY DEVELOPMENT, LLC, FOR A PRELIMINARY PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT (PDD) IN LIEU OF CHANGE OF ZONE, A TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP (TPM #36767), AND A TENTATIVE TRACT MAP (TTM #36689), FOR A RESIDENTIAL GATED DEVELOPMENT OF 72 SINGLE FAMILY UNITS ON INDIVIDUAL LOTS AND 114 MULTI -FAMILY UNITS IN 19, 6-UNIT BUILDNGS ON FOUR LOTS. THE PROJECT IS LOCATED ON A ROUGHLY 24-ACRE PARCEL AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF TAHQUITZ CANYON WAY AND FARRELL DRIVE. A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION PURSUANT TO THE 3 1 P a g e Planning Commission Minutes July 23, 2014 GUIDELINES OF THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT, (CEQA) IS PROPOSED. (CASE 5.1046 PDD 232 AMND / TPM 36767 / TTM 36689). (KL) VICE -CHAIR KLATCHKO recused himself and left the dais at 1:54 pm. ASSOCIATE PLANNER LYON presented the proposed project as outlined in the staff report. COMMISSIONER ROBERTS asked about the public benefit for the project. ASSOCIATE PLANNER LYON addressed the items that have been submitted for public benefit. COMMISSIONER CALERDINE noted that gated communities have been approved in city even though they are not consistent with the General Plan. He asked how to override the prohibition of the gate and noted that off street parking could partially block the sidewalk. DIRECTOR WHEELER responded to override with public benefit. COMMISSIONER WEREMIUK commented on access issues. SAVAT KHAMPHOU, Assistant Director of Public Works, said there is no access proposed onto Farrell and it would require a study. DIRECTOR WHEELER outlined the Architectural Advisory Committee's comments. CHAIR HUDSON opened the public hearing: VINCE BARBATO, FAMILY DEVELOPMENT, said they have worked with staff, neighbors, market and as a group to make it work for everyone. He indicated that the market demands walls and gates. MARVIN ROOS, MSA CONSULTING INC., applicant representative, stated that building heights need to be reviewed on a case -by -case basis and spoke about inconsistency with the general plan pertaining to gates. He spoke about private street width. ARNOLD COSSOY, resides directly across the street, said they prefer walls and gates for this development. They do not want traffic and parking on Baristo and prefers an interesting wall. KAREN TUBBAH, resides at Sundial, said she is pleased with the project for this site. She indicated that Farrell is too busy to provide access, the development must have walls and homes should not have frontage on the street. 4 1 P a g e Planning Commission Minutes July 23, 2014 RICHARD PASS, resides at Sundial, said the majority of the residents are in favor of gated community; however, three stories should not overlook their property. RUDY HERRERA, applicant, explained that their traffic consultant concluded that an ingress and egress could not work on Farrell. OWEN KAUFMAN, reside at the stables across the street, (representing Los Compadres HOA) commented that with college coming to the mall site and school traffic between 7:15 am — 8:30 am traffic is too heavy on Baristo. He does not want solar panels facing south toward his property. BOB MEISSNER, Los Compadres HOA, commented that a community wall is preferable on this site. VINCENT BARBATO, applicant, responded that they will have flat roofs with parapets for solar and addressed the street width. COMMISSIONER ROBERTS commended the applicant for the outreach to the neighbors. He expressed concerns with: access on Farrell, the 5' setbacks, the 3 stories are too dense and lack of public benefit. He would like to see more open space, no gates and an improved streetscape. COMMISSIONER WEREMIUK said she is uncomfortable with 24' with streets and noted that the surrounding neighborhood is 2 stories. COMMISSIONER MIDDLETON said walls make sense in this location; however, roof decks are an invitation to noise disaster; she is concerned about roof decking. She prefers widening of the street and elimination of the sidewalks. COMMISSIONER LOWE said he is generally opposed to gated communities; however, this is a unique site and the walls and gates are okay for this project. CHAIR HUDSON stated that walls and gates at this location are appropriate but they must have a pedestrian gate along Baristo. He disagrees with widening of the street. He suggested studies be done in terms of how to use parallel parking spaces to add more guest parking. The developer should give the roof decks more attention. DIRECTOR WHEELER stated that the General Plan for the site allows only 2 stories and 24' in height. COMMISSIONER WEREMIUK disagreed with Chair Hudson's street parking discussion. She agrees with Commissioner Roberts that 5' is too narrow between structures. ACTION: Approve with added conditions: 1. Provide at least 10 feet in distance between the single family units. 51Pag.o Planning Commission Minutes July 23, 2014 2. Provide 28 feet internal streets consistent with the General Plan. 3. All structures shall not exceed 24 feet and/or 2 stories. 4. Provide pedestrian gates at yards of all single family units on Baristo and Farrell Drive. 5. No roof structures allowed above a second story. 6. The applicant shall provide all public benefits proposed in the applicant's 5-22-14 letter except the entry sign. Public benefits also to include (imposed by the Planning Commission): A. Submit a comprehensive archival record on the history of World War II era tie - downs and other related structures on the site. Provide a full interpretive center display for public viewing (photos, narrative, etc.) within the open space at the southwest corner. Review and approval is required from the Historic Site Preservation Board and Planning Commission. B. Photovoltaic systems must be installed on all multi -family buildings. 7. Perimeter wall design must be changed to add more undulation and landscaping must be enhanced. Modifications must be reviewed by Architectural Advisory Committee and Planning Commission. 8. No turf is allowed in the front yards on all single family units. Turf is allowed in common areas in the multi -family area. 9. Adjacent to the 3 common swimming pools, expand enclosures around the pool areas to incorporate usable outdoor recreational area. 10. Provide irrigation with "smart controllers" for all parts of the development. MOTION: Commissioner Roberts, seconded by Commissioner Calerdine and unanimously carried 6-0-1 on a roll call vote. AYES: Commissioner Calerdine, Commissioner Lowe, Commissioner Middleton, Commissioner Roberts, Commissioner Weremiuk and Chair Hudson ABSTAIN: Vice -Chair Klatchko 2D. CITY OF PALM SPRINGS FOR A GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT TO CHANGE CURRENT LAND USE DESIGNATIONS FROM SMALL HOTEL TO CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT; LOCATED WEST OF BELARDO ROAD, NORTH OF BARISTO ROAD, EAST OF LUGO ROAD AND SOUTH OF ARENAS ROAD; AND SOUTHWEST OF TAHQUITZ DRIVE AND CAHUILLA ROAD (CASE 5.1322 GPA). (DN) ACTION: Table. MOTION: Vice -Chair Klatchko, seconded by Commissioner Lowe and unanimously carried on a 7-0 roll call vote. 61Page Planning Commission Minutes July 23, 2014 AYES: Commissioner Calerdine, Commissioner Lowe, Commissioner Middleton, Commissioner Roberts, Commissioner Weremiuk, Vice -Chair Klatchko and Chair Hudson 3. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: 3A. BEAZER HOMES FOR APPROVAL OF FINAL DEVELOPMENT PLANS FOR 72 SINGLE FAMILY HOMES WITHIN PLANNING AREAS 2A & 2B OF PD-231 (ESCENA) LOCATED AT 1000 NORTH GENE AUTRY TRAIL, ZONE W / M-1-P / PD-231 (CASE 5.0666 PD-231 FINAL PD). (DN) ASSOCIATE PLANNER NEWELL presented the proposed project. CHAIR HUDSON stated for the record he had met with the applicant to review the elevations. COMMISSIONER WEREMIUK noted she too had met with the applicant and also noted she was on the Homeowners Board for Escena in a different part of the development, not the one under consideration. She disclosed that she discussed this matter with the City Attorney. KELTIE COLE, applicant, provided an overview on the modifications to the project including floor plans and landscaping. JARY COCKROFT, applicant, explained the access points for the development. COMMISSIONER WEREMUIK asked to have these conditions added: no turf in front yards and smart water controllers to be installed. KATIE COLE, applicant, indicated permeable pavers for the driveways were cost prohibitive and noted that the homes will be pre -wired for solar. ACTION: Approve with two additional conditions: 1. No turf in the front yards. 2. Smart water controllers to be installed. MOTION: Commissioner Roberts, seconded by Commissioner Lowe and unanimously carried on a 7-0 roll call vote. AYES: Commissioner Calerdine, Commissioner Lowe, Commissioner Middleton, Commissioner Roberts, Commissioner Weremiuk, Vice -Chair Klatchko and Chair Hudson Planning Commission Minutes July 23, 2014 3B. DAVID SALYER, OWNER FOR A NEW 502-SQUARE FOOT GARAGE ADDITION ON A HILLSIDE LOT AT 925 PANORAMA ROAD, ZONE R-1- A, SECTION 3. (CASE 3.3740 MAJ). COMMISSIONER ROBERTS recused himself and left the Council Chamber at 4:10 pm. ASSOCIATE PLANNER NEWELL presented the proposed project as outlined in the staff report. COMMISSIONER LOWE commented that he sat through the AAC meeting when this project was heard and they reviewed it extensively. ACTION: Approve with the Architectural Advisory Committee conditions. MOTION: Commissioner Weremiuk, seconded by Vice -Chair Klatchko and carried on 6-0-1 roll call vote. AYES: Commissioner Calerdine, Commissioner Lowe, Commissioner Middleton, Commissioner Weremiuk, Vice -Chair Klatchko and Chair Hudson ABSTAIN: Commissioner Roberts 3C. WESSMAN HOLDINGS, REQUESTING A ONE-YEAR TIME EXTENSION FOR A PREVIOUSLY APPROVED 54,122-SQUARE FOOT RETAIL AND OFFICE CENTER NAMED CROSSLEY POINTE LOCATED AT THE NORTHHWEST CORNER OF EAST SUNNY DUNES ROAD AND CROSSLEY ROAD, (CASE 5.1164 / PD 343) ASSOCIATE PLANNER NEWELL presented the proposed project as outlined in the staff report. ACTION: Approve. MOTION: Commissioner Calerdine, seconded by Commissioner Weremiuk and unanimously carried on 7-0 roll call vote. AYES: Commissioner Calerdine, Commissioner Lowe, Commissioner Middleton, Commissioner Roberts, Commissioner Weremiuk, Vice -Chair Klatchko and Chair Hudson 3D. WESSMAN HOLDINGS, REQUESTING A ONE-YEAR TIME EXTENSION FOR A PREVIOUSLY APPROVED PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT FOR A 79-LOT SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL LOT SUBDIVISION ON APPROXIMATELY 42-ACRE SITE KNOWN A 8 1 P a g e Planning Commission Minutes July 23, 2014 CRESCENDO LOCATED ALONG WEST RACQUET CLUB ROAD AND SOUTH OF TRAMWAY AND WEST VISTA GRANDE ROAD, ZONE R-1- A, PDD294, SECTION 3. (GM) ASSOCIATE PLANNER NEWELL presented the proposed project as outlined in the staff report. COMMISSIONER CALERDINE stated that his firm worked on the EIR in 2007 and he can participate in the discussion and vote. JOHN WESSMAN provided details on Block A. He would like to come back for the next meeting. ACTION: Approve with conditions as submitted. MOTION: Vice -Chair Klatchko, seconded by Commissioner Calerdine and unanimously carried on a 7-0 roll call vote. AYES: Commissioner Calerdine, Commissioner Lowe, Commissioner Middleton, Commissioner Roberts, Commissioner Weremiuk, Vice -Chair Klatchko and Chair Hudson PLANNING COMMISSION REPORTS, REQUESTS AND COMMENTS: The Commission thanked Director Wheeler for her service to the city. COMMISSIONER WEREMIUK stated she and Chair Hudson have been asked to sit on the interview panel for the new planning director. PLANNING DIRECTOR'S REPORT: Director Wheeler expressed her appreciation to the Commission and indicated that it had been a wonderful experience working with them. ADJOURNMENT: The Planning Commission adjourned at 4:30 pm, to its regularly scheduled time at 1:30 pm Wednesday, August 27, 2014, City Hall, Council Chamber, 3200 East Tahquitz Canyon Way. M. -arg /heeler, FAICP Director of Planning Services 9 1 P a g a