HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC Resolution _6395- Case 5.1335 ZTARESOLUTION NO. 6395
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF
THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA
RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF A PROPOSED ZONE
TEXT AMENDMENT OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL
CODE TO CHANGE THE DEFINITION OF SIGNS AND
ADD A DEFINITION OF MURALS. (CASE 5.1335 ZTA).
WHEREAS, the proposed amendment is considered a "project" pursuant to the terms
of the California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA"), and the it has been
recommended that the proposed amendment be determined to be Categorically
Exempt from the provisions of CEQA under Section 15305 (Minor Alterations in Land
Use Limitations) of the Guidelines for the California Environmental Quality Act because
the proposed zone text amendment proposes only insignificant changes to the title and
provides for new definitions of signs and murals.
WHEREAS, a notice of public hearing of the Planning Commission of the City of Palm
Springs, California for Case 5.1335 ZTA (Zone Text Amendment) was given in
accordance with applicable law; and
WHEREAS, on April 23, 2014 a public hearing of the Planning Commission was held to
review said case, and at said hearing the Planning Commission reviewed and
considered all of the evidence presented in connection with the hearing on the project,
including, but not limited to, the staff report, and all written and oral testimony
presented.
THE PLANNING COMMISSION HEREBY FINDS AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. Pursuant to CEQA, the Planning Commission hereby recommends that
the City Council determine that the proposed zone text amendment (Case 5.1306 ZTA)
is Categorically Exempt from the provisions of CEQA under Section 15305 (Minor
Alterations in Land Use Limitations) of the Guidelines for the California Environmental
Quality Act because the proposed zone text amendment proposes only insignificant
changes to the title and provides for increased locations for churches and allowing staff
to initiate amendments.
SECTION 2: Pursuant to PSZC Section 94.07.01 (Zoning Ordinance Text
Amendment), the Planning Commission finds as follows:
A. The proposed zoning code amendment is consistent with the intent of the zoning
code, because, according to Section 91.00.00, the Zoning Code is adopted "For
the purpose of promoting and protecting the public health, safety and welfare of
the people of the city of Palm Springs and to provide for the social, physical and
economic advantages resulting from comprehensive and orderly planned use of
land resources ..."; and the amendment proposes to modify the existing and add
a definition for murals.
B. The proposed zoning code amendment is consistent with the intent of the
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general plan, because, the General Plan goals include:
Convey a positive image through the use of attractive and well -designed
public and private informational signage.
Create active, vibrant and attractive gathering places.
Encourage a varied collection of public art pieces that add to the charm
and character of the City.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that, based upon the foregoing, the Planning
Commission hereby recommends that the City Council determine that the proposed
zone text amendment Case 5.1335 ZTA is Categorically Exempt from the provisions of
CEQA under Section 15305 (Minor Alterations in Land Use Limitations) of the
Guidelines for the California Environmental Quality Act and also recommends adoption
of an ordinance to approve a zone text amendment (Case 5.1335 ZTA), as set forth in
Exhibit A.
ADOPTED this 23rd day of April, 2014.
AYES: 6, Commissioner Calerdine, Commissioner Klatchko, Commissioner Lowe,
Commissioner Roberts, Vice -Chair Hudson and Chair Donenfeld
NOES: None
ABSENT: 1, Commissioner Weremiuk
ABSTAIN: None
ATTEST: CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA
M. lWargo Wheeler, Ai P
Director of Planning Services
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Exhibit A
Planning Commission Resolution No. 6395
Case 5.1335 ZTA - Murals
April 23, 2014
Definitions:
Section 1: Section 93.20.03.19.b of the Palm Springs Zoning Code is proposed to be
added as follows:
"Mural" means a painting or artwork temporarily or permanently affixed to a
building wall, freestanding wall or fence, distinguished from signage in that it
does not advertise a business, commercial endeavor or product sold or
offered on the site or off -site.
And subsequent definitions renumbered.
Section 2: Section 93.20.03.27.b of the Palm Springs Zoning Code is proposed to be
added as follows:
This definition shall not include murals as reviewed and approved by the City
of Palm Springs Public Arts Commission.
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