HomeMy WebLinkAbout2011-03-07- ARC MinutesCITY OF PALM SPRINGS
ARCHITECTURAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Council Chamber, City Hall
3200 East Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262
MINUTES OF MARCH 7, 2011
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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James Harlan, Vice Chair
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William Fauber
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Gary Fedricks
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Susan Secoy Jensen
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Randy Purnel
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Pierre -Andre Monney
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Donald Wexler
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Paul Ortega
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(The attendance record is from March 2011 through the meeting of March 7, 2011)
Planning Commission Member Present: Commissioner Donenfeld
ROLL CALL — Roll call of members was taken. Principal Planner Edward Robertson
introduced the Director of Planning Services, Craig Ewing. He reminded the AAC that the
Director could not attend the Orientation Ceremony the previous week due to a previously
scheduled engagement. Mr. Ewing thanked the new AAC members and informed them that
he could be reached at any time just in case the staff contact is unable to provide responses
to questions. The Planning Department looks forward to working with the new AAC
members.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Approval of Minutes for meeting of February 7, 2011.
ACTION: M/S/C (Jansen / Fauber, 7-0) To approve the minutes of February 7, 2011.
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.
ELECTION OF OFFICERS
A. Election of Chair — Nominations for AAC Chairman were opened; William
Kleindienst was nominated.
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ACTION: M/S/C (Fauber / Fredericks, 7-0) To elect William Kleindienst as AAC Chairman
for one year.
B. Election of Vice Chair -Nominations for AAC Vice -Chairman were opened; James
Harlan was the only nominee.
ACTION: M/S/C (Jenson / Fauber, 7-0) To elect James Harlan as AAC Vice -Chairman for
one year.
AGENDA ITEM #2: Case 3.3289 MAA— Woody's Burgers — 317 N. Palm Canyon Drive
Wayne Woodliff, owner of Woody's Burgers for a building repaint located at 317 N. Palm
Canyon Drive, Zone CBD, Section 15. (GM)
Assistant Planner Mlaker stated that the plan includes the repaint of all four sides of the
building an off-white creme color with turquoise blue accents around the roof and entry area.
Wayne Woodliff, the applicant gave a brief description of the project.
Member Fredricks asked if the turquoise color will be similar to the look of the interior stools.
Member Monney asked for clarification on what parts of the building would be painted.
ACTION: M/S/C (Fauber / Fredericks, 7-0) To recommend approval.
AGENDA ITEM #3: Case 3.3467 MAJ — Towne Construction — Industrial Building
Towne Construction for a new 3,948 square foot industrial block building with multiple roll -up
doors and windows located at 253 Oasis Road, Zone M-1, Section 34. (GM)
Assistant Planner Mlaker stated that the proposed project is for the new construction of a
3,948 square foot industrial concrete block building with a sloped shingle roof, painted block
walls and multiple roll -up doors and windows. Four parking spaces and one handicapped
space along with a small landscape area will be located within the front set -back area. The
building will have a roll -up door with multiple windows on the north and south facing
elevation. The entire block building will be painted a tan color with front fagade accents of
yellow for the doors and trim.
Tony Gonzales, Engineer for the applicant gave a brief description of the project pointing out
the building materials and the sitting of the building.
Imad Muhareb, property owner and applicant stated that the proposed building will be used
for industrial storage of vehicles and other materials.
Member Fauber stated that the building elevation for the proposed front faqade lacks any
design elements that relate to the intended industrial use. The yellow 'T° is arbitrary and
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does not provide any kind of function. The shingled roof material is not adequate for an
industrial building.
Vice Chair Harlan asked for the color of the window frames and stated that industrial
buildings do not normally have stacked square windows.
Chair Kleindienst has concerns about the front elevation and the window design, as well as
the roll -up doors, roof material, exterior lighting, and required complete site plan.
AAC members offered the following comments and recommendations:
3.a Front fagade to use a more compatible window and door system for an industrial
building. -
3.b Architectural enhancements to building including block, front fagade detailing.
3.c Appropriate industrial building roofing material and drainage.
3.d Site plan showing locations of dumpster, and mechanical equipment.
3.e Lighting plan showing fixtures on the building and parking/outdoor areas.
ACTION: M/S/C (Kleindienst / Monney, 7-0) For re -study of project.
AGENDA ITEM #4: Case SP 11-001 YESCO Sign Program —1790 N. Sunrise Way
A proposal by YESCO for a sign program for a multi -tenant commercial building located at
1790 N. Sunrise Way, Zone C-1, Section 01. (DN)
Associate Planner Newell presented the proposed sign program as outlined in the staff
report. He indicated that the proposed sign program would allow each business three main
signs and that the proposal consisted of existing and new signage. The "Citibank ATM Wall
Sign" is not a legally permitted sign, according to City records.
The applicant, Mr. Robert Mountain of Yesco, presented the project and provided
background on request. He said his client is requesting a monument sign for better exposure
from Sunrise Way since the building is setback from the street.
Member Fredricks felt the monument sign could have better design with block surrounding
signs, so that they are inset.
Chair Kleindienst would like to see the use of a monument sign and no building signs.
Member Jensen was not in favor of enlarging fascia for channel letters. She preferred the
sign to be dropped below the overhang or fit within the existing fascia.
AAC members offered the following comments -and recommendations:
4.a Remove monument sign from program,
4.b Revise channel letters on building to fit within existing fascia area or sign should be
below fascia,
4.c Wall cabinets are acceptable.
4.d All conduit not to be exposed or visible.
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ACTION: M/S/C (Fauber / Monney 7-0) For re -study of project.
AGENDA ITEM #5: Case SP 11-002 AMEND, SI 11-015 — HRC Blade Sign
Cathy Reno Brovillet for an amendment to an approved sign program for the multi -tenant
commercial building located at 382-396 N. Palm Canyon Drive, Zone CBD, Section 15. (DN)
Associate Planner Newell described the proposed amendment as outlined in the staff report.
He noted that the applicant was not present.
Vice -Chair Harlan questioned the use of grommets and gloss characteristics of fabric.
AAC members offered the following comments and recommendations:
5.a No grommets allowed on sign.
5.b No sheen finishes allowed.
ACTION: M/S/C (Harlan / Monney 7-0) To recommend approval, subject to the above-
noted comments.
AGENDA ITEM #6: Case SP 10-006 AMEND — Sunquitz Center — 111 S. Sunrise Way
Best Signs, Inc. for an amendment to a previously approved sign program for a commercial
center located at 111 S. Sunrise Way, Zone RA (Section 14 Master Plan) Section 14. (DN)
Member Monney recused himself due to a conflict of interest.
Associate Planner Newell described the proposed amendment as outlined in the staff report.
The applicant, Mr. Jim Cross from Best Signs, Inc. provided background and stated the need
for the proposed signage.
Principal Planner Robertson stated that staff and the applicant have met previously to
discuss the program amendment and what would likely be supported by staff. He specified
that the applicant submitted the current proposal based on these discussions.
Vice -Chair Harlan recommended modifying the existing signage to achieve the need for
displaying urgent care service.
Chair Kleindienst was not opposed to a sign on the corner of Arenas and Sunrise but wanted
a vertical element included in the monument sign. He emphasized that the amendment
would allow two additional identification signs in addition to the six already approved for the
Eisenhower building.
AAC members offered the following comments and recommendations:,
6.a Allow sign on corner of Sunrise Way and Arenas Road with small scale version of
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existing monument signs,
6.b Not allow additional monument sign at entry to complex on Sunrise Way,
6.c Replace sign faces on existing monument sign(s) and include "Urgent Care" text.
ACTION: M/S/C (Kleindienst / Fauber 6-0-1, abstained: Monney) For re -study of project_
Member Monney entered the Council Chambers and returned to the dais.
AGENDA ITEM #7: Case 3.2206 — 550 Palisades Rock Wall
Cioffi Architects for a rock retaining wall approximately six feet in height and eighteen feet in --
length on the properties located at 550 Palisades Drive, and 468 W. Tahquitz Canyon Way,
Zone R-1-A, Section 15. (DN)
Associate Planner Newell provided a brief description of the proposed retaining wall.
The applicant, Mr. James Cioffi of Cioffi Architect, presented the proposal and noted that
portions of the retaining wall will be approximately eight feet in height.
ACTION: M/S/C (Monney / Fauber 7-0) To recommend approval as submitted.
AGENDA ITEM #8: Case 5.1247 CUP — 7-Eleven — 150 W. Vista Chino
Cadence Development submitting a design change in the exterior canopy on a previously
approved conditional use permit for a 24-hour convenience store at 150 W. Vista Chino,
Zone C-1 /R-3. (KL)
ACTION: M/S/C (Harlan/Kleindienst 6-1 Monney opposed) To recommend denial of the
proposed changes shown in the plan check drawings (proceed with the canopy design as
shown in the drawings approved by the Planning Commission).
AGENDA ITEM #9: Case 3.3474 MAA—The Shops at Palm Springs Marketplace
The Shops at Palm Springs Marketplace, LP, for the renovation and repaint of the existing
pad building that was formerly occupied by Hollywood Video / Domino's Pizza at the Palm
Springs Marketplace located at 1717 E. Vista Chino, Zone C-S-C, Section 12. (DN)
Associate Planner Newell provided background on the subject building and presented the
current proposal for two possible configurations to the vacant portions of the existing building.
Mr. Jeff Ramsey, applicant, explained reasoning for two -scheme proposal.
Member Purnel said the Aloe species does not do well with excessive heat. He appreciated
upgrade to landscape but was concerned with overall consistency on property.
Member Fredricks was concerned with landscape on westerly portion of site and would like a
plan for that portion of the site.
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Chair Kleindienst would like the applicant to remove vacant tenant spaces' signage and fill
and re -stucco holes.
AAC members offered the following comments and recommendations:
9.a Re -study landscape plan on west side of building.
9.b Propose alternate plant to Aloe species.
9.c Remove all vacant tenant space signage and fill and re -stucco holes to match
adjacent surface.
ACTION: M/S/C (Purnel / Jensen 7-0) To recommend approval of both building schemes,
subject to the above -noted comments.
AGENDA ITEM #10: Case 3.1018 MAA — Pepper Tree Inn
Pepper Tree Inn for review of parking lot landscape plan located at 645 N. Indian Canyon
Drive, Zone R-3, Section 10 (GM)
Assistant Planner Mlaker stated that the AAC reviewed this project at their November 22,
2010 meeting for the approval of building repaint. As a condition of approval, the AAC
requested that the applicant return with a landscape plan for review.
Hugh Gasper, Architect; Judy Bloom, owner; and Janet Loehman, landscape designer were
available for questions and comments.
Member Purnel asked the applicant if the proposed landscaping is currently in place. The
use of miscanthus grass should be avoided.
Member Fredericks stated that the use of King or Queen Palms should not be used.
Vice Chair Harlan stated that an existing Desert Water Agency (DWA) stand pipe located
inside the parking lot along North Indian Canyon Dr. should be screened with landscaping.
Chair Kleindienst stated that a clear pedestrian pathway from the sidewalk to the hotel
entrance should be maintained.
AAC members offered the following comments and recommendations:
10.a Change King Palms to Date Palms.
10.b Use a grass substitution, eliminate Miscanthus grass.
10.c Screen DWA stand pipe with landscaping.
10.e Maintain pedestrian access from sidewalk to hotel entrance.
ACTION: M/S/C (Purnel / Kleindienst, 7-0) To recommend approval, subject to the
above -noted comments.
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AGENDA ITEM #11: Case 3.0422 MAA — Palm Springs Golf and Tennis Club
Michael Raubolt of Miragescape representing Palm Springs Golf and Tennis Club for the
removal and replacement of 16 trees in the common area located at 5300 Waverly Drive,
Zone R-3, Section 29. (GM).
Assistant Planner Mlaker stated that the request for the removal of 16 trees along with their
replacements has been approved by the community HOA. The replacement trees will be
located in common areas and will be water efficient.
Mike Raubolt of Miragescape stated that the 16 trees have been removed and the stumps
have been ground down. The new plantings will take place in the next few weeks.
Member Fauber asked the applicant if the existing banned trees were to be removed.
Member Purnel asked if there was an arborist report prepared.
Member Jensen asked the applicant of the intended tree box size. A 24" inch box or larger
should be used.
AAC members offered the following comments and recommendations:
11.a Use a 24" inch or larger tree box for all plants.
11.b Use a multi -trunk planting for all Tipu and Rhus Lanccea trees..
ACTION: M/S/C (Fredericks / Purnel, 7-0) To recommend approval, subject to the above -
noted comments.
CHAIRMAN / COMMITTEE / STAFF COMMENTS:
Principal Planner Robertson thanked the committee members for their service.
Member Monney asked if the Chair could be seated in a central location on the dias.
The AAC members discussed the seating arrangement and it was decided that the Chair
would sit at the far end of the dias with the Vice Chair at his right.
Planning Commissioner Donenfeld thanked the AAC for their service and stated that the
Commission welcomes their fresh design ideas.
ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further comments, the AAC meeting adjourned at 6:00 p.m.
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EdiNard obertson
Principal Planner
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