HomeMy WebLinkAbout2012-06-25- ARC MinutesCITY OF PALM SPRINGS
ARCHITECTURAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Council Chamber, City Hall
3200 East Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262
MINUTES OF JUNE 25, 2012
CALL TO ORDER: Vice Chair Harlan called the meeting to order at 3:00 p.m.
ATTENDANCE - YTD
Present:
#
Absent:
#
Total
William Kleindienst, Chair
9
X
3
12
James Harlan, Vice Chair
X
12
0
12
William Fauber
11
X
1
12
Gary Fredricks
X
11
1
12
Susan Secoy-Jensen
10
X
2
12
Randy Purnel
X
12
0
12
Paul Ortega
X
10
2
12
Dan Thompson
6
0
N/A
Donald Wexler
N/A
(Attendance record begins on January 2012 through the meeting of June 25, 2012.)
Planning Commission Members Present: Klatchko
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Approval of Minutes for meeting of June 11, 2012 with one
correction to agenda item #3.
ACTION: M/S/C (Ortega / Fredricks, 4-0-3, absent Kleindienst, Secoy-Jensen, Fauber) To
approve the meeting minutes of June 11, 2012 with one correction to agenda item #3.
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 3.2926 MAA — Riviera Hotel
Riviera Hotel for the construction of a new pool, bar and landscaping between buildings #3 &
4; renovation and addition of approximately 2,037-square feet to conference center including
landscaping located at 1600 North Indian Canyon Drive, Zone R-3, Section 2. (GM)
Assistant Planner Mlaker stated that the request is to renovate the existing conference center
and construct an addition of approximately 2,037-square feet on the west and south end of
building. The new addition will be constructed of similar materials as existing. A new pool is
proposed between buildings 3 & 4 with cabanas and a new bar/service building.
Landscaping will be similar to existing plantings throughout the hotel property.
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Steve Rossi, and Tom Doze, project architects described the proposal and stated that the
landscaping in the pool area will provide a wind break and utilize similar plantings from the
hotel property. In addition the new bar will be clad in dark wood similar to other out buildings
at the main pool. The new pool area will provide choices for hotel guests.
Vice Chair Harlan asked for clarification on the type of doors and frames proposed for the
building expansion. Mr. Rossi stated that a folding door system will be used with black
frames.
Member Ortega asked for clarification on the proposed tree type to be used as a wind
breaker. The plan does not indicate the quantity or size.
Mr. Doze responded that a specific tree type and size has not been selected, however similar
plantings can be found on the hotel grounds.
Member Fredricks supports the proposal, however he is concerned that the open feeling of
the hotel may be jeopardized by the expansion proposal and new pool.
Mr. Rossi stated that the new pool will not alter the park -like setting of the hotel, and will
provide choices for guests.
ACTION: M/S/C (Purnell / Fredricks, 4-0-3, absent Kleindienst, Secoy-Jensen, Fauber)
To recommend approval as submitted.
AGENDA ITEM #3: Case 3.0182 MAA — HD #2 — Royal Hawaiian Estates
Royal Hawaiian Estates HOA seeking approval to re -fabricate the fascia of the gables to a
significant decorative tiki architectural element previously removed at the Royal Hawaiian
Estates; Historic District #2 located at 1774 South Palm Canyon Drive, Zone R-2, Section 35.
(GM)
Member Ortega recused himself due to conflict of interest.
ACTION: No action was taken on this item due to lack of quorum.
AGENDA ITEM #4: Case 3.0913 MAA — Indian Canyon Gardens HOA
Indian Canyon Gardens HOA for the removal and replacement of 15 trees at 2200 North
Indian Canyon Drive, Zone R-2, Section 2. (GM)
Assistant Planner Mlaker stated that the proposal is to remove 15 trees to include 3 pine and
12 cypress trees located within the condo complex. The HOA proposes to replace these
trees with Mexican Fan Palms, Mexican Bird of Paradise and agave with box sizes of 15" to
24".
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A representative from the Indian Canyon Gardens HOA was not present.
Member Purnel stated that he did visit the site and the cypress tree planter area is small and
the proposed trees would not be appropriate. He stated that the pine trees are mature and
appear to be healthy and provide shade for the buildings. Removing the pine trees is not
justified and sidewalk uplift is not evident.
Member Fredricks stated that from the submitted photographs, it does not appear that the
pine trees are causing sidewalk uplift. He does not support the proposal as submitted.
AAC members offered the following comments and recommendations:
3.a Provide additional exhibits showing proposal with plant types and sizes.
3.b Prune and trim pine trees; do not remove.
3.c Proposed plant materials will not provide equal shade.
3.d Replacement of cypress trees with palms permitted; provide size and height.
3.e Provide specific plant material with sizes and heights.
ACTION: M/S/C (Ortega / Purnel 4-0-3, absent Kleindienst, Secoy-Jensen, Fauber ) To
re -study project.
CHAIRMAN / COMMITTEE / STAFF COMMENTS:
Planning Commissioner Klatchko thanked the AAC for their hard work and stated that the
Planning Commission relies on AAC recommendations.
ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further comments, the AAC meeting adjourned at 3:38 p.m.
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Principal Planner