HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC Resolution _6398- Case 5.1338 ZTARESOLUTION NO.6398
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 AMEND REQUIREMENTS FOR REAL ESTATE
SIGNAGE (CASE 5.1338 ZTA).
WHEREAS, the proposed amendment is considered a "project' pursuant to the terms
of the California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA"), and 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 zone text
amendment proposes only insignificant changes to the title and provides additional
signage options for real estate for sale signs and directional signs; and
WHEREAS, a notice of public hearing of the Planning Commission of the City of Palm
Springs, California for Case 5.1338 ZTA (Zone Text Amendment) was given in
accordance with applicable law; and
WHEREAS, on May 14, 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 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
B. The proposed zoning code amendment is consistent with the intent of the
general plan, because, the General Plan goals include:
Goals
CD 9 Convey a positive image through the use of attractive and well -
designed public and private signage.
Policies
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B. The proposed zoning code amendment is consistent with the intent of the
general plan, because, the General Plan goals include:
Goals
CD 9 Convey a positive image through the use of attractive and well -
designed public and private signage.
Policies
CD 9.1 Encourage the use of creative, well -designed and high quality
signage that will add to the visual continuity and community identity
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 5.1338 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 5.1338 ZTA), as set forth in
Exhibit A.
ADOPTED this 14th day of May, 2014.
AYES: 7, Commissioner Calerdine, Commissioner Klatchko, Commissioner
Lowe, Commissioner Roberts, Commissioner Weremiuk, Vice -Chair
Hudson and Chair Donenfeld
NOES:
None
ABSENT:
None
ABSTAIN:
None
ATTEST: CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA
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M. argo Wheeler, FAICP
Director of Planning Services
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Exhibit A
Case 5.1338 ZTA - Murals
May 14, 2014
Sale:
Section 1: Section 93.20.07.2 of the Palm Springs Zoning Code is proposed to be
changed as follows:
a. The size of the sign shall not exceed five (5) square feet.
b. The bottom edge of the installed sign shall not be more than three (3) feet
from the ground.
d. Three (3) added signs, commonly referred to as "rider" signs, not to exceed
three (3) inches times the width of the "main" sign, may be attached to the
bottom or top of the above saleAease%xchange sign indicating the following,
provided, such infonnation does not duplicate that of the "main" sign.
e. A metal or plastic box, not to exceed two hundred seventy (270) cubic
centimeters or nine (9) inches by twelve (12) inches by two and one-half (2
%) inches in size, may be attached to the "main" sign or its post. The top of
the box may contain the agent's name and/or telephone number.
Open House Signs:
Section 2: Section 93.20.07.3.b of the Palm Springs Zoning Code is proposed to be
changed as follows:
The size of the sign shall not exceed four (4) square feet per face.
Section 93.20.07.3f to be added as follows:
Allow one flag at 2 - 1/2' x 2 -1/2' on a pole up to 6' high on the
property offered for resale.
Directional Signs:
Section 3: Section 93.20.07.6 of the Palm Springs Zoning Code is proposed to be
changed as follows:
g. The size of the sign shall not exceed four (4) square feet.
h. Such signs may be double-faced
i. Three (3) such signs shall be allowed for each unit offered for resale.
j. Only one (1) such sign for each unit offered for resale shall be installed at
any one location.
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