HomeMy WebLinkAbout2012-04-09- ARC MinutesCITY OF PALM SPRINGS
ARCHITECTURAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Council Chamber, City Hall
3200 East Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262
MINUTES OF APRIL 9, 2012
CALL TO ORDER: Chair Kleindienst called the meeting to order at 3:00 p.m.
ATTENDANCE -YTD
Present:
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Absent: #
Total
William Kleindienst, Chair
X
6
1
7
James Harlan, Vice Chair
X
7
0
7
William Fauber
X
7
0
7
Gary Fredricks
X
6
1
7
Susan Secoy Jensen
X
6
1
7
Randy Purnel
X
7
0
7
Paul Ortega
X
5
2
7
Dan Thompson
2
0
N/A
Donald Wexler
N/A
(Attendance record begins on January 2012 through the meeting of April 9, 2012.)
Planning Commission Members Present: None
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Approval of Minutes for meeting of March 26, 2012.
ACTION: M/S/C (Ortega / Jensen, 7-0) To approve the minutes of March 26, 2012.
REVISIONS TO AGENDA: None
PUBLIC COMMENTS: Three (3) minute time limit per person on matters within the
jurisdiction of the Architectural Advisory Committee.
There were no public comments.
AGENDA ITEM #2: 3.2797 MAA — Restudy — House 849
Robert Kuperman for exterior and interior remodel to create five retail tenant spaces at 849
N. Palm Canyon Drive, Zone C-1, Section 10; site is part of 2004 Historic Resources Survey
and Las Palmas Historic District. (DN)
Associate Planner Newell presented the revised project and noted that this project was
restudied by the Architectural Advisory Committee on January 9, 2012.
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Dean Carlson, representing owners, stated the intent was to keep the concept of the existing
building architecture but creating additional tenant spaces. He stated that the columns have
been removed from the plan. Handrails will match the existing at the site.
Member Fauber asked about roof drainage on overhang. Handrails do not appear to be ADA
compliant.
Chair Kleindienst suggested an open metal frame for the new awning.
Vice Chair Harlan recommended detaching overhang from building; six inches is
recommended.
Member Purnel suggested a subterranean watering system for the turf.
AAC members offered the following comments and recommendations:
2.a Existing roof fascia to return to building;
2.b New overhang to have separation from returned overhang of at least twelve inches;
2.c Recommend perforated metal awning instead of stucco finish;
2.d Provide ADA compliant handrail with same design;
2.e New block wall to match existing;
ACTION: M/S/C (Fauber / Kleindienst, 7-0) To recommend approval, subject to an AAC
subcommittee consisting of Members Fauber, Purnel and Vice Chair Harlan to review the
above recommendations.
AGENDA ITEM #3: Case 3.772 MAA — Commercial Building Repaint
A request to repaint a commercial building to two main colors, including entry steps and
perimeter walls at 333 South Indian Canyon Drive, Zone CBD, Section 15. (GM)
Assistant Planner Mlaker presented the Staff report and stated that the proposed repaint will
include two main colors "Meditation and Sparrow" for the main body and "Mayflower Red" for
the front entrance concrete steps. The repaint will include the rear doors, perimeter wall and
trash enclosure.
Tod Davidson from Mirage Developers, the applicant stated that the property owner is
looking forward to painting the building and providing an updated cohesive look.
Member Fauber asked if the rear doors would be painted meditation and if the wrought iron
railing at the front restaurant entrance will be painted.
Members asked for clarification on the color of the underside of the front overhang; front
steps; and soffits.
Member Prunel stated that currently there are rope lights and other fixtures that should be
removed.
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ACTION: M/S/C (Harlan / Jensen, 7-0) To recommend approval as submitted.
AGENDA ITEM #4: Case 3.3557 MAA — Hyundai Dealership
FDH Land Development, Inc. for a fagade improvement to the existing automobile dealership
located at 3919 East Palm Canyon Drive, Zone C-2, Section 30. (DN)
Associate Planner Newell presented the proposed fagade improvements as outlined in the
Staff report. He noted that the signage will be under separate review.
Jerry Johnson spoke on the background of changes at the dealerships. He discussed the
new proposal. The blue cladding return is six inches deep and blue in color as well. East
elevation cladding stops at front of showroom face.
ACTION: M/S/C (Harlan / Jensen 7-0) To recommend approval subject to a
subcommittee consisting of Chair Kleindienst, Vice Chair Harlan and Member Fauber to
review photographs of discussed elevations.
AGENDA ITEM #5: Case 3.1067 MAA — Araby Hillside Garage
WEW Construction for the construction of a 590-square foot two -car garage on a hillside lot
located at 2390 South Araby Drive, Zone R-1-13, Section 25. (GM)
Assistant Planner Mlaker stated that the proposed garage will replace two existing canopy
carports. The new garage meets all set -back requirements. Notification has been sent to all
adjacent and abutting property owners.
Will Wright from WEW Construction representing the property owner was present to answer
any questions.
Member Fredricks asked for clarification on the trim color.
Member Jensen asked for a description of the garage exterior material on the south elevation
and the medallion.
Vice Chair Harlan asked for the use of the proposed man door.
ACTION: M/S/C (Kleindienst / Fauber, 7-0) To recommend approval to the Planning
Commission, as submitted.
AGENDA ITEM #6: Case SP 10-007 - VIP Motorcars Sign District
VIP Motorcars LTD to establish a sign district for all automobile dealerships along East Palm
Canyon Drive, west of Cherokee Way located at 3737, 3919, 4057, and 4095 East Palm
Canyon Drive, Zone C-2, Section 30. (DN)
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Associate Planner Newell presented the proposed sign district as outlined in the Staff report.
He noted that the AAC's recommendation would be to City Council for final action.
Jerry Johnson provided additional information on the proposed sign package. He noted that
the Hyundai blue box could be reduced to a size of 9'-6" by 9'-6".
AAC members offered the following comments and recommendations:
6.a Hyundai blue box to be reduced to a size of 9'-6" by 9'-6" and modified as follows:
i. Reduce logo and text proportionally;
ii. Move box away from corner of building;
iii. Align lower portion of sign with transom glass;
iv. Engage box over top of fascia approximately two feet;
6.b Remove existing vinyl lettering on glazing.
ACTION: M/S/C (Kleindienst / Fauber, 6-1, Harlan opposed) To recommend approval,
subject to an AAC subcommittee consisting of Chair Kleindienst, Vice Chair Harlan and
Member Fauber to review and recommend approval of above recommendations.
CHAIRMAN / COMMITTEE / STAFF COMMENTS:
Member Paul Ortega commented on the large mural on the building along North Palm
Canyon Drive and Racquet Club. Principal Planner Robertson stated that the mural was
never reviewed or approved by the Planning Department. Staff will look into it and report
back to the Committee.
ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further comments, the AAC meeting adjourned at 4:55 p.m.
Edward OLOobertson
PrincipalPlanner
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