HomeMy WebLinkAbout2012-05-21- ARC MinutesCITY OF PALM SPRINGS
ARCHITECTURAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Council Chamber, City Hall
3200 East Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262
MINUTES OF MAY 21, 2012
CALL TO ORDER: Chair Kleindienst called the meeting to order at 3:00 p.m.
ATTENDANCE - YTD
Present:
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Absent: #
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William Kleindienst, Chair
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8
2
10
James Harlan, Vice Chair
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10
0
10
William Fauber
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10
0
10
Gary Fredricks
X
9
1
10
Susan Secoy-Jensen
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9
1
10
Randy Purnel
X
10
0
10
Paul Ortega
X
8
2
10
Dan Thompson
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0
N/A
Donald Wexler
N/A
(Attendance record begins on January 2012 through the meeting of May 21, 2012.)
Planning Commission Members Present: Donenfeld
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Approval of Minutes for meeting of May 7, 2012 with changes to
agenda items # 2, and 3 as noted.
ACTION: M/S/C (Kleindienst / Jensen, 6-0-1, abstain Kleindienst) To approve the minutes of
May 7, 2012 with changes to agenda items # 2, and 3 as noted.
REVISIONS TO AGENDA:
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: Case 3.1074 MAA — HSPB #7 Francis Stevens School
City of Palm Springs requesting approval for maintenance of existing landscaping and repairs
to sidewalks and parking lot at the Francis Stevens School (Class 1 historic property) located
at 538 N. Palm Canyon Drive, Zone CBD, Section 10. (GM)
Assistant Planner Mlaker presented the proposal stating that the City Parks Maintenance
division is seeking approval to conduct on -going trimming and thinning of trees, shrubs, and
hedges. In addition, repair to hardscape such as sidewalks, curb and gutters as a result of
tree root uplift. The property is a Class 1 historic site and the AAC recommendation will be
forwarded to the RSPB.
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Rick Minjares, City Park Maintenance Supervisor was present and stated that the proposal
will not make changes to the existing landscape plan; however, due to overgrown trees and
past wind events, damage is occurring to the historic building and parking lot. Several trees
were removed due to wind damages. The City is seeking a blanket approval to conduct on-
going maintenance with replacement of like kind should any removal be needed.
Member Ortega asked for clarification on the landscape plan as presented. The plan does
not appear to reflect existing conditions. The inner courtyard will need to be planted. Mr.
Minjares responded and explained that the plan presented does not show the existing "Rain
Maker" fountain; however all other site details are present.
Member Fredrick asked if any additional trees would be removed and if missing shrubs would
be planted. Thinning trees will help in the overall heath and maintenance of the trees.
Member Purnel asked if desert plantings will be used. Mr. Minjares responded by stating that
like kind plants will be used.
Member Fauber asked if the City has minimum standard sizes for new plantings.
Member Secoy-Jensen stated that it is difficult to review the plans being that the landscape
plan as presented does not accurately reflect existing conditions.
Vice -Chair Harlan stated that the AAC should base their decision on written
recommendations and not make reference to the inaccurate plan.
Chair Kleindienst supports the widening of existing parking lot tree wells that have mature
trees. Any repair to the parking lot should result in an upgrade to meet ADA standards.
ACTION: M/S/C (Fauber / Ortega, 7-0) To forward a recommendation of approval to the
Historic Site Preservation Board with the following comments:
2.a Site plan as presented does not accurately reflect existing conditions and written
recommendations should be followed.
2.b Any removal of damaged trees to be replaced with like kind sizes based upon City
standards.
2.c Landscape repairs to include trimming, thinning, pruning, and replacement of
missing plants.
2.d Repair to damaged hardscape (curb, gutters, and parking lot) approved.
2.e Any major repair to parking lot address ADA accessibility; path or travel, new ADA
parking stalls with possible new planter bed to meet shade requirements.
AGENDA ITEM #3: Case 3.2422 MAA — Martin Residence
Benjamin Hertz, architect representing property owner Larry Martin, requesting approval for
the addition of a 452-square foot pool cabana on a hillside lot located at 787 W. Stevens
Road, Zone R-1-A, Section 10. (GM)
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Assistant Planner Mlaker presented the proposal for the construction of a 452-square foot
pool cabana addition on the west end of an existing house. Notification was sent out to
adjacent and abutting property owners and one letter of support was submitted.
Larry Schlienz, adjacent property owner at 777 W. Camino Norte addressed the AAC and
stated that he was concerned with the proposed removal of trees; the request for a set -back
reduction; and if the new structure will be visible from his property.
Ben Hertz, architect stated that the new building will not be seen from the adjacent streets or
properties. The building materials will be similar to the existing house.
ACTION: M/S/C (Harlan / Secoy-Jensen, 7-0) To recommend approval as presented to
the Planning Commission.
AGENDA ITEM #4: Case 3.854 MAA — Lumpkin / Tedford Residence
Mike McAuliffe architect requesting the demolition of an existing master bedroom to be
replaced with a new 746- square foot addition to a hillside house located at 1843 Leonard
Road, Zone R-1-A, Section 3. (GM)
Assistant Planner Mlaker presented the proposal for the addition of a 746-square foot master
bedroom attached to the south end of an existing house.
Mike McAuliffe architect representing the property owners explained the circumstances
behind the removal of an existing bedroom to make way for a conforming master bedroom
suite. A property line dispute has resulted in the request which will bring into compliance with
setback standards. The building design will compliment not mimic the E. Stewart Williams
design.
Member Fauber asked for a description of the treatment to the roof rafter tails.
Member Purnel asked if the roof mounted duct work would be visible from the street.
ACTION: M/S/C (Fredricks / Fauber, 7-0) To recommend approval as presented to the
Planning Commission.
AGENDA ITEM #5: Case 3.1289 MAA HSPB #55 — Oasis Building
An application by Brandenburg Oasis LLC proposing to repaint the Oasis Commercial
Building, a Class 1 historic site (HSPB #55) to the original exterior color palette of the
building and reinstall shade awnings at the west fagade located at 121 South Palm Canyon
Drive, Zone CBD, Section 15. (KL)
Chair Kleindienst inquired about painting the window mullions and whether reworking of the
poor window putty might be considered. Asked to clarify the color of the ceiling at the second
floor soffit (white). Discussed the grey ceramic tile panel at the second floor. Suggested
pruning the shrubs around the stair at the northwest corner of the building.
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Fauber noted some light fixtures may be evaluated for possible replacement; conical
up/down wall sconces
Secoy-Jensen asked about removal of the old surface mounted conduit and wiring.
Harlan asked about how the color palette was determined (from photos and scraping). The
column portion above the ceramic the will be painted white. Consider pruning shrubs along
the south elevation of the building also.
ACTION: M/S/C (Secoy-Jensen / Kleindienst, 7-0) To recommend approval, with
recommendation (not a requirement) to reglaze badly puttied windows where necessary and
prune shrubs at stairs and south elevation. Review original building plans if discoverable for
confirmation of ceramic tile wall panel on second floor.
AGENDA ITEM #6: Case SP-12-002 — Albertsons
Certified Signs for Albertsons requesting an amendment to a sign program for an additional
main sign for the grocery store located at Sunrise Square located at 1751 North Sunrise
Way, Zone CDN, Section 2. (DN)
Associate Planner Newell presented proposal for an additional main sign for the grocery
store tenant. The amendment to the sign program proposes to allow a second main wall
sign and further exceed the sign area permitted by the sign program and Zoning Code.
Joe Rosa of Certified Signs discussed the remodel that Albertsons has recently completed.
He said his client would like additional identification on the building.
Member Ortega requested clarification on existing permitted signage for Albertsons.
Vice Chair Harlan didn't believe there was a need for additional signage. Instead, he
recommended that the existing monument signs be improved.
Chair Kleindienst felt the proposed sign was too big. He was opposed to the sign straddling
two different materials and colors on the building. A better placement of the sign would be
above the existing archway to the north.
Member Fredricks agreed and didn't believe the proposed sign would be seen from Vista
Chino.
ACTION: M/S/C (Harlan / Kleindienst 7-0) To deny the proposed sign program
amendment as submitted. If a redesign is proposed, the applicant should consider the
following:
1. Relocate sign above archway;
2. Reduce overall size of sign;
3. Provide line of site drawings;
4. Consider enhancing existing monument signs instead of adding another wall sign.
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Member Ortega requested that staff provide additional information on permits for existing
signage on east elevation.
CHAIRMAN / COMMITTEE / STAFF COMMENTS:
Member Harlan as a member of a sub -committee reviewing proposed revisions to Case
3.2797 at 849 North Palm Canyon Drive, reported that the changes have been approved.
ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further comments, the AAC meeting adjourned at 4:58 p.m.
dward 0. Robertson
Principal Planner
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