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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC Resolution _6091- Case 3.3019 SFRRESOLUTION NO. 6091 OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING CONSTRUCTION OF A SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENCE, LOCATED AT 3285 CORSICA COURT, ZONE R-1-13, SECTION 35, APN 512-210-038. WHEREAS, Marlow Lafountaine, owners, has filed an application with the City pursuant to Section 94.04.00 of the Zoning Ordinance, and Section 92.01.00 of the Zoning Ordinance, for an Architectural Application, Case 3.3019, to allow construction of a single-family residence, and WHEREAS, in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA Guidelines, the proposed project is Categorically Exempt under Section 15303(a) (New Single-family residence). WHEREAS, on April 25, 2007 a meeting was held by the Planning Commission in accordance with applicable law; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has carefully reviewed and considered all of the evidence presented in connection with the hearing on the project, including but not limited to the staff report, all written and oral testimony presented. THE PLANNING COMMISSION HEREBY FINDS AS FOLLOWS: Section 1: Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA Guidelines, the proposed project is Categorically Exempt under Section 15303(a) (New Single- family residence). Section 2: Pursuant to Section 94.04.00 of the Zoning Ordinance, the Planning Commission finds: 1. Site layout, orientation, location of structures and relationship to one another and to open spaces and topography. Definition of pedestrian and vehicular areas, i.e., sidewalks as distinct from parking areas, Access to the proposed project is designed according to the requirements of the Uniform Building Code, and within the development standards of the City of Palm Springs Zoning Ordinance. The building is massed around the perimeter with a pool and casita. The proposed residence faces northeast with the massing on the western portion of the lot, which allows the recreation areas the benefit of the morning sun and shields the open space from the afternoon heat. 2. Harmonious relationship with existing and proposed adjoining developments and in the context of the immediate neighborhood community, avoiding both excessive variety and monotonous repetition, but allowing similarity of style, if warranted, Planning Commission Resolution Case No. 3.3019 SFR April 25, 2007 Page 2 of 3 The surrounding properties are single-family residences of contemporary architecture and vacant parcels. The project creates a visual harmony within the neighborhood, through use of color and architectural style, and presents a symmetric appearance with the neighborhood. 3. Maximum height, area, setbacks and overall mass, as well as parts of any structure (buildings, walls, screens towers or signs) and effective concealment of all mechanical equipment; The height of the proposed building is less than the maximum height allowed by the zone, the yards meet minimum requirements, and the masonry wall, landscape, and screening will disguise any mechanical equipment. 4. Building design, materials and colors to be sympathetic with desert surroundings; AND 5. Harmony of materials, colors and composition of those elements of a structure, including overhangs, roofs, and substructures which are visible simultaneously, AND 6. Consistency of composition and treatment, The main structure is designed as a rectangular mass of variegated roof lines, with the casita designed as a simple square. Door and window architectural features and overhangs are designed in a contemporary style. The proposed color palette is muted and reflects colors found in the mountains and desert vegetation. 7. Location and type of planting, with regard for desert climate conditions. Preservation of specimen and landmark trees upon a site, with proper irrigation to insure maintenance of all plant materials; The vacant site contains a scattering of indigenous insignificant shrubbery. There are no specimen trees to preserve. The landscape design proposes drought tolerant trees, shrubs and gravel and decomposed groundcover. 101 9 Planning Commission Resolution Case No. 3.3019 SFR April 25, 2007 Page 3 of 3 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that, based upon the foregoing, the Planning Commission hereby approve Architectural Application Case 3.3019, subject to those conditions set forth in exhibit A. ADOPTED this 25t' day of April, 2007. AYES: 4, Hutcheson, Cohen, Hochanadel, Marantz NOES: None ABSENT: 3, Ringlein, Scott, Caffery ABSTAIN: None ATTEST: A. ing, AIPK Dirdcffr of Plan til Services 0 CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA EXHIBIT A CITY OF PALM SPRINGS CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL CASES 3.3019 SFR LOCATION 3285 CORSICA COURT APRIL 25, 2007 Before final acceptance of the project, all conditions listed below shall be completed to the satisfaction of the City Engineer, the Director of Planning Services, the Chief of Police, the Fire Chief or their designee, depending on which department recommended the condition. Any agreements, easements or covenants required to be entered into shall be in a form approved by the City Attorney. PROJECT SPECIFIC CONDITIONS ADMINISTRATIVE 0 1. The proposed development of the premises shall conform to all applicable regulations of the Palm Springs Zoning Ordinance, Municipal Code, or any other City Codes, ordinances and resolutions which supplement the zoning district regulations. 2. The owner shall defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the City of Palm Springs, its agents, officers, and employees from any claim, action, or proceeding against the City of Palm Springs or its agents, officers or employees to attach, set aside, void or annul, an approval of the City of Palm Springs, its legislative body, advisory agencies, or administrative officers concerning Cases 3.3019. The City of Palm Springs will promptly notify the applicant of any such claim, action, or proceeding against the City of Palm Springs and the applicant will either undertake defense of the matter and pay the City's associated legal costs or will advance funds to pay for defense of the matter by the City Attorney. If the City of Palm Springs fails to promptly notify the applicant of any such claim, action or proceeding or fails to cooperate fully in the defense, the applicant shall not, thereafter, be responsible to defend, indemnify, or hold harmless the City of Palm Springs. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the City retains the right to settle or abandon the matter without the applicant's consent but should it do so, the City shall waive the indemnification herein, except, the City's decision to settle or abandon a matter following an adverse judgment or failure to appeal, shall not cause a waiver of the indemnification rights herein. 3. That the property owner(s) and successors and assignees in interest shall maintain and repair the improvements including and without limitation sidewalks, bikeways, parking areas, landscape, irrigation, lighting, signs, walls, and fences between the curb and property line, including sidewalk or bikeway easement areas that extend onto private property, in a first class condition, free from waste and debris, and in accordance with all applicable law, rules, ordinances and regulations of all federal, state, and focal bodies and agencies having jurisdiction at the property owner's sole expense. This condition shall be included in the recorded covenant agreement for the property if required by the City. 4. Pursuant to Park Fee Ordinance No. 1632 and in accordance with Government Code Section 66477 (Quimby Act), all residential development shall be required to contribute to mitigate park and recreation impacts such that, prior to issuance of residential building permits, a parkland fee or dedication shall be made. Accordingly, all residential development shall be subject to parkland dedication requirements and/or park improvement fees. The parkland mitigation amount shall be based upon the cost to acquire and fully improve parkland. 5. Pursuant to Fish and Game Code Section 711.4 a fling fee of $64.00 is required. This project has a de minimus impact on fish and wildlife, and a Certificate of Fee Exemption shall be completed by the City and two copies filed with the County Clerk. This application shall not be final until such fee is paid and the Certificate of Fee Exemption is filed. Fee shall in the form of a money order or cashiers check payable to Riverside County. Cultural Resources 6. Prior to any ground disturbing activity, including clearing and grubbing, installation of utilities, and/or any construction related excavation, an Archaeologist qualified according to the Secretary of the Interior's Standards and Guidelines, shall be employed to survey the area for the presence of cultural resources identifiable on the ground surface. 7. A Native American Monitor shall be present during all ground -disturbing activities. a. Experience has shown that there is always a possibility of buried cultural resources in a project area. Given that, a Native American Monitor(s) shall be present during all ground disturbing activities including clearing and grubbing, excavation, burial of utilities, planting of rooted plants, etc. Contact the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indian Cultural Office for additional information on the use and availability of Cultural Resource Monitors. Should buried cultural deposits be encountered, the Monitor shall contact the Director of Planning Services and after the consultation the Director shall have the authority to halt destructive construction and shall notify a Qualified Archaeologist to investigate and, if necessary, the Qualified Archaeologist shall prepare a treatment plan for submission to the State Historic Preservation Officer and Agua Caliente Cultural Resource Coordinator for approval. b. Two copies of any cultural resource documentation generated in connection with this project, including reports of investigations, record search results and site records/updates shall be forwarded to the Tribal Planning, Building, and Engineering Department and one copy to the City Planning and Zoning Department prior to final inspection. FINAL DESIGN 8. Final landscaping, irrigation, exterior lighting, and fencing plans shall be submitted for approval by the Department of Planning Services prior to issuance of a building permit. Landscape plans shall be approved by the Riverside County Agricultural Commissioner's Office prior to submittal. GENERAL CONDITIONSICODE REQUIREMENTS 9. Commencement of use or construction under this Architectural Approval shall be within two (2) years from the effective date of approval. Extensions of time may be granted by the Planning Commission upon demonstration of good cause. 10.The appeal period for Case No_ 3.3019, an Architectural Approval application is 15 calendar days from the date of project approval. Permits will not be issued until the appeal period has concluded. 11. The project is subject to the City of Palm Springs Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance. The applicant shall submit an application for Final Landscape Document Package to the Director of Planning and Zoning for review and approval prior to the issuance of a building permit. Refer to Chapter 8.60 of the Municipal Code for specific requirements. 12. Prior to issuance of a grading permit, a Fugitive Dust and Erosion Control Plan shall be submitted and approved by the Building Official. Refer to Chapter 8.50 of the Municipal Code for specific requirements. 13. The grading plan shall show the disposition of all cut and fill materials. Limits of site disturbance shall be shown and all disturbed areas shall be fully restored or landscaped. 14. All materials on the flat portions of the roof shall be earth tone in color. 15. No exterior downspouts shall be permitted on any facade on the proposed building(s) which are visible from adjacent streets or residential and commercial areas. 16. The design, height, texture and color of building(s), fences and walls shall be submitted for review and approval prior to issuance of building permits. 17. The street address numbering/lettering shall not exceed eight inches in height. 18. Submit plans meeting City standard for approval on the proposed trash and recyclable materials enclosure prior to issuance of a building permit. 19. Details of pool fencing (material and color) and equipment area shall be submitted with final landscape plan. 20. No sirens, outside paging or any type of signalization will be permitted, except approved alarm systems. 21. No outside storage of any kind shall be permitted except as approved as a part of the proposed plan. 22. Prior to the issuance of building permits, locations of all telephone and electrical boxes must be indicated on the building plans and must be completely screened and located in the interior of the building. Electrical transformers must be located toward the interior of the project maintaining a sufficient distance from the frontage(s) of the project. Said transformer(s) must be adequately and decoratively screened. 23.The maximum height of the single-family residence shall not exceed 18 feet including, but limited to chimneys and architectural features. ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT The Engineering Division recommends that if this application is approved, such approval is subject to the following conditions being completed in compliance with City standards and ordinances. Before final acceptance of the project, all conditions listed below shall be completed to the satisfaction of the City Engineer. STREETS 1. Any improvements within the public right-of-way require a City of Palm Springs Encroachment Permit. 2. A Road and Bridge Impact Fee of $2,704 (or as may be adjusted annually in accordance with Chapter 9.69.060 of the Palm Springs Municipal Code), shall be paid prior to issuance of a building permit. 4 CORSICA COURT 0 3. Dedicate an easement 2 feet wide along the back of the driveway approach for sidewalk purposes. 4. Construct a driveway approach in accordance with City of Palm Springs Standard Drawing No. 201. 5. All broken or off grade street improvements shall be repaired or replaced. SANITARY SEWER 6. Dedicate a sewer easement, 10 feet wide, across the easterly side of the property, as required by the City Engineer. 7. The applicant is advised that future extension of public sewer service to the Pare Andreas residential subdivision located immediately south of the subject property may be required by the City and/or Riverside County. Future public sewer service may be extended across the subject property through the required 10 feet wide sewer easement. The sewer easement shall be kept clear and free of any and all obstructions to allow for the future operation and maintenance of the public sewer main within the easement. Construction of permanent structures, swimming pools and equipment, or other improvements determined to be an obstruction to the future use of the public sewer easement shall not be allowed. Planting of large trees or other planting material with invasive or deep root structures shall be restricted. Access to the public sewer easement from Corsica Court shall be maintained as required the City of Palm Springs. 8. All sanitary facilities shall be connected to the public sewer system. The existing sewer service to the property shall be used for new sanitary facilities. 9. The project is subject to a sewer assessment fee of $146.19 for construction of the 15" sewer main in Avenida Granada, Calle Palo Fierro and Laverne Way. The fee shall be paid prior to issuance of the building permit. GRADING 10. Submit cut and fill quantities to City Engineer to determine if a Grading Plan is required. If required, the Grading Plan shall be submitted to the Engineering Division for review and approval by the City Engineer prior to issuance of grading permit. If the earthwork quantity is less than 50 cubic yards, a formal grading plan is not required. To qualify for the exemption, a signed original written statement of design earthwork quantities from the owner (or design professional, prepared on company letterhead) shall be provided to the Engineering Division. Exemption of a formal Grading Plan reviewed and approved by the City Engineer does not 5 exempt the applicant from a site grading plan that may be required from the Building Department, or any other requirement that may be necessary to satisfy the Uniform Building Code. a. A Fugitive Dust Control Plan shall be prepared by the applicant and/or its grading contractor and submitted to the Engineering Division for review and approval. The applicant and/or its grading contractor shall be required to comply with Chapter 8.50 of the City of Palm Springs Municipal Code, and shall be required to utilize one or more "Coachella Valley Best Available Control Measures" as identified in the Coachella Valley Fugitive Dust Control Handbook for each fugitive dust source such that the applicable performance standards are met. The applicant's or its contractor's Fugitive Dust Control Plan shall be prepared by staff that has completed the South Coast Air Quality Management District (AQMD) Coachella Valley Fugitive Dust Control Class. The applicant and/or its grading contractor shall provide the Engineering Division with current and valid Certificate(s) of Completion from AQMD for staff that have completed the required training. For information on attending a Fugitive Dust Control Class and information on the Coachella Valley Fugitive Dust Control Handbook and related "PM10° Dust Control issues, please contact AQMD at (909) 396-3752, or at www.AQMD.gov. A Fugitive Dust Control Plan, in conformance with the Coachella Valley Fugitive Dust Control Handbook, shall be submitted to and approved by the Engineering Division prior to approval of the Grading plan. b. The first submittal of the Grading Plan shall include the following information: a copy of final approved conformed copy of Conditions of Approval; a copy of a final approved conformed copy of the Site Plan; a copy of current Title Report. 11. Prior to approval of a Grading Plan, the applicant shall obtain written approval to proceed with construction from the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians, Tribal Historic Preservation Officer or Tribal Archaeologist. The applicant shall contact the Tribal Historic Preservation Officer, Richard Begay (760-883-1940), or the Tribal Archaeologist, Patty Tuck (760-883-1926), to determine their requirements, if any, associated with grading or other construction. The applicant is advised to contact the Tribal Historic Preservation Officer or Tribal Archaeologist as early as possible. If required, it is the responsibility of the applicant to coordinate scheduling of Tribal monitors during grading or other construction, and to arrange payment of any required fees associated with Tribal monitoring. 12. Drainage swales shall be provided adjacent to all curbs and sidewalks to keep nuisance water from entering the public streets, roadways, or gutters. 13. The pad elevation shall be within 2 inches of that shown on the approved Grading Plan for Tract No. 18087 (555.70) which is on file in the Engineering Division unless otherwise approved by the City Engineer. 14. The area in which this project is situated is indicative of desert soil conditions found in many areas of Palm Springs. The Engineering Division does not require a soils report. This does not mean that subterranean conditions unknown at this time may not affect construction done on this site. A soils report shall be required only if necessary as part of the Building Department's review and approval of associated building plans. 15. In cooperation with the Riverside County Agricultural Commissioner and the California Department of Food and Agriculture Red Imported Fire Ant Project, applicants for grading permits involving a grading plan and involving the export of soil will be required to present a clearance document from a Department of Food and Agriculture representative in the form of an approved "Notification of Intent To Move Soil From or Within Quarantined Areas of Orange, Riverside, and Los Angeles Counties" (RIFA Form CA-1) prior to approval of the Grading Plan (if required). The California Department of Food and Agriculture office is located at 73-710 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert (Phone: 760-776-8208). DRAINAGE 16. All stormwater runoff across the property shall be accepted and conveyed in a manner acceptable to the City Engineer and released to an approved drainage system. Stormwater runoff may not be released directly to the adjacent streets without first intercepting and treating with approved Best Management Practices (BMP's). 17. The project is subject to a drainage fee of $4,213 per acre, in accordance with Chapter 9.69.040, or as may be adjusted annually in accordance with Chapter 9.69.060 of the Palm Springs Municipal Code). The drainage fee shall be paid prior to issuance of a building permit. GENERAL 18. Any utility trenches or other excavations within existing asphalt concrete pavement of off -site streets required by the proposed development shall be backfilled and repaired in accordance with City of Palm Springs Standard Drawing No. 115. The developer shall be responsible for removing, grinding, paving and/or overlaying existing asphalt concrete pavement of off -site streets as required by and at the discretion of the City Engineer, including additional pavement repairs to pavement repairs made by utility companies for utilities installed for the benefit of the proposed development (i.e. Desert Water Agency, Southern California Edison, Southern California Gas Company, Time Warner, 7 Verizon, etc.). Multiple excavations, trenches, and other street cuts within existing asphalt concrete pavement of off -site streets required by the proposed development may require complete grinding and asphalt concrete overlay of the affected off -site streets, at the discretion of the City Engineer. The pavement condition of the existing off -site streets shall be returned to a condition equal to or better than existed prior to construction of the proposed development. 19. On phases or elements of construction following initial site grading (e.g., sewer, storm drain, or other utility work requiring trenching) associated with this project, the applicant shall be responsible for coordinating the scheduled construction with the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians, Tribal Historic Preservation Officer or Tribal Archaeologist. Unless the project site has previously been waived from any requirements for Tribal monitoring, it is the applicant's responsibility to notify the Tribal Historic Preservation Officer, Richard Begay (760-883-1940), or the Tribal Archaeologist, Patty Tuck (760-883-1926) for any subsequent phases or elements of construction that might require Tribal monitoring. If required, it is the responsibility of the applicant to coordinate scheduling of Tribal monitors during construction, and to arrange payment of any required fees associated with Tribal monitoring. Tribal monitoring requirements may extend to off -site construction performed by utility companies on behalf of the applicant (e.g. utility line extensions in off -site streets), which shall be the responsibility of the applicant to coordinate and arrange payment of any required fees for the utility companies. 20. All proposed utility lines shall be installed underground. 21. All existing utilities shall be shown on the improvement plans required for the project. The existing and proposed service laterals shall be shown from the main line to the property line. 22. Upon approval of any improvement plan by the City Engineer, the improvement plan shall be provided to the City in digital format, consisting of a DWG (AutoCAD 2004 drawing file), DXF (AutoCAD ASCII drawing exchange file), and PDF (Adobe Acrobat 6.0 or greater) formats. Variation of the type and format of the digital data to be submitted to the City may be authorized, upon prior approval of the City Engineer. 23. The original improvement plans prepared for the proposed development and approved by the City Engineer (if required) shall be documented with record drawing "as -built" information and returned to the Engineering Division prior to issuance of a final certificate of occupancy. Any modifications or changes to approved improvement plans shall be submitted to the City Engineer for approval prior to construction. 24. Nothing shall be constructed or planted in the corner cut-off area of any driveway which does or will exceed the height required to maintain an appropriate sight distance per City of Palm Springs Zoning Code Section 93.02.00, D. 25. All proposed trees within the public right-of-way and within 10 feet of the public sidewalk and/or curb shall have City approved deep root barriers installed per City of Palm Springs Standard Drawing No. 904. TRAFFIC 26. A minimum of 48 inches of clearance for handicap accessibility shall be provided on public sidewalks. Minimum clearance on public sidewalks shall be provided by either an additional dedication of a sidewalk easement, widening of the sidewalk or by the relocation of any obstructions within the public sidewalk along the frontage of the subject property. 27. Construction signing, lighting and barricading shall be provided for on all projects as required by City Standards or as directed by the City Engineer. As a minimum, all construction signing, lighting and barricading shall be in accordance with State of California, Department of Transportation, "Manual of Traffic Controls for Construction and Maintenance Work Zones" dated 1996, or subsequent additions in force at the time of construction. 28. This property is subject to the Transportation Uniform Mitigation Fee which shall be paid prior to issuance of building permit. POLICE DEPARTMENT Developer shall comply with Section II of Chapter 8.04 of the Palm Springs Municipal Code. BUILDING DEPARTMENT Prior to any construction on -site, all appropriate permits must be secured. FIRE DEPARTMENT 1. Premises Identification: Approved numbers or addresses shall be provided for all new and existing buildings in such a position as to be plainly visible and legible from the street or road fronting the property. (901.4.4 CFC) Show location of address on plan elevation view. Show requirement and dimensions of numbers in plan notes. Numbers shall be a minimum 4 inches, and of contrasting color to the background. 0 2. Residential Smoke Detector Installation with Fire Sprinklers: Provide Residential Smoke Detectors (FIREX # 0498 accessory module connected to multi - station FIREX smoke detectors or equal per dwelling and fire sprinkler flow switch). Detectors shall receive their primary power from the building wiring, and shall be equipped with a battery backup. (310.9.1.3 CBC) In new construction, detectors shall be interconnected so that operation of any smoke detector causes the alarm in all smoke detectors within the dwelling to sound. (2-2.2.1 NFPA 72) Provide a note on the plans showing this requirement. 3. Access: Fire department access roads shall be provided so that no portion of the exterior wall of the first floor of any building will be more than 150' from such roads. CFC 902.2.1 4. Water Systems and Hydrants: Underground water mains and fire hydrants shall be installed, completed, tested and in service prior to the time when combustible materials are delivered to the construction site. (903 CFC). Installation, testing, and inspection will meet the requirements of NFPA 241995 edition. Prior to final approval of the installation, contractor shall submit a completed Contractor's Material and Test Certificate to the Fire Department. (9-2.1 NFPA 241995 edition) 5. Fire Hydrant(s): Operational fire hydrant(s) shall be available to this project. To be considered available, the closest hydrant must be within 260 feet of all points on the street fronting the project. (903.4.2 CFC) Appendix III-B 6. Fire Sprinklers Required: An automatic fire sprinkler system is required by local ordinance and will include the proposed guesthouse. Only a C-16 licensed fire sprinkler contractor shall perform system design and installation. System to be designed and installed in accordance with NFPA standard 13D, 1999 edition, as modified by local ordinance. The contractor should submit fire sprinkler plans when the building plans are submitted. This allows concurrent review of the fire sprinkler and building plans. 7. Audible Residential Water Flow Alarms: An approved audible sprinkler flow alarm (Wheelock horn/strobe # MT4-115-WH-VFR with WBB back box or equal) shall be provided on the exterior of the building in an approved location. An approved audible sprinkler flow alarm (FIREX # 0498 accessory module connected to multi -station FIREX smoke detectors or equal per dwelling and fire sprinkler flow switch) to alert the occupants shall be provided in the interior of the building in a normally occupied location. (904.3.2 CBC) 8. Fire Flow: Fire flow will be 1125 gallons per minute. 1() Construction site Security and Protection: 9. Fencing Required: Construction site fencing with 20 foot wide access gates is required for all combustible construction over 5,000 square feet. Fencing shall remain intact until buildings are stuccoed or covered and secured with lockable doors and windows. (8.04.260 PSMC) 10. Fire Apparatus Access Gates: Entrance gates shall have a clear width of at least 15 feet and be equipped with a frangible chain and padlock. (8.04.260 PSMC) 11. Access Gate Obstructions: Entrances to roads, trails or other access ways, which have been closed with gates and barriers, shall be maintained clear at all times. (902.2.4.1 CFC). END OF CONDITIONS I