HomeMy WebLinkAbout21132 - RESOLUTIONS - 11/10/2004 RESOLUTION NO. 21132
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS,
CALIFORNIA, CALLING AND GIVING NOTICE OF A SPECIAL MUNICIPAL
ELECTION TO BE HELD ON MARCH 8, 2005, FOR THE SUBMISSION OF A
MEASURE (CITIZEN INITIATED) TO THE VOTERS TO AMEND THE CITY OF
PALMS SPRINGS' GENERAL PLAN TO ESTABLISH A NEW MOUNTAIN
REGION DESIGNATION FOR PROPERTY IN AND NEAR THE SAN JACINTO
AND SANTA ROSA MOUNTAINS, AND REPEAL CURRENT LAND USE
REGULATIONS AFFECTING THIS AREA
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WHEREAS, State law requires that when a petition has been filed with a City, signed by more
than 15 percent (15%) of the number of registered voters of the City, it must be enacted by the
legislative body of the City or submitted to a vote of the people; and
WHEREAS, a petition has been submitted which proposes to amend the General Plan of the
City to establish a large, new Mountain Region Designation, and to repeal current land use
regulations affecting this area, as shown on the attached Exhibit "A"; and
WHEREAS, the Riverside County Registrar of Voters examined the records of registration and
ascertained that the petition is signed by the requisite number of voters, and has so certified;
and
WHERESAS, the Palm Springs City Council has determined to not enact said initiative petition,
but rather, in compliance with State law, will place said matter before the qualified voters of the
City of Palm Springs.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Palm Springs, as follows:
Section 1. That there shall be and there is hereby ordered a special municipal election, to be
held on March 8, 2005, for the purpose of submitting to the qualified electors of
said City, the following measures, to wit:
MEASURE [ ]
Shall the General Plan of the City of Palm Springs be amended to YES _
establish a new MR (Mountain Region) designation for NO
approximately 55.5 square miles of property in and proximate to
the San Jacinto and Santa Rosa Mountains, and repeal the various
land use regulations currently affecting this property?
Section 2. That the proposed measure submitted to the voters is attached as Exhibit A.
Section 3. That the City Clerk is hereby directed to transmit a copy of the measure set forth in
Section 1 above to the City Attorney, who shall prepare an impartial analysis of the
measure in accordance with Section 9280 of the California Elections Code.
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Section 4. In the event the measure receives a greater number of YES votes than NO votes,
the measure shall be deemed supported by the voters.
In the event the measure receives a greater number of NO votes than YES votes,
the measure shall be deemed unsupported by the voters.
Section 5. The manner of conducting said election shall be consistent with all applicable
State laws. The election shall be conducted as an all mail ballot election only if
the City Council adopts an ordinance providing i for an all mail ballot election.
Section 6. The City Clerk of said City is hereby authorized, instructed and directed to procure
and furnish, through the Registrar of Voters for the County of Riverside or other
resource as necessary, any and all official ballots, notices, printed material and all
supplies, and equipment that may be necessary in order to properly and lawfully
conduct said election.
Section 7. In all particulars not recited in this Resolution, said election shall be held and
conducted as provided by law for holding special municipal elections in said City.
Section 8. Notice of time and place of holding said election is hereby given and the City Clerk
is hereby authorized, instructed and directed to give such further or additional
notice of said election, in time, form and manner as required by law.
Section 9. That the City Clerk shall reimburse said County, or other resource, for services
performed when the work is completed and upon presentation to the City of a ,
properly approved bill.
Section 10. Pursuant to Section 10263 of the Elections Code of the State of California, the
canvass of the Special Municipal Election to be held in said City is hereby ordered
to be made by the City Clerk.
ADOPTED this 1 Oth day of November, 2004.
AYES: Members McCulloch, Mills, Pougnet and Mayor Oden
NOES: Member Foat
ABSENT: None
ATTEST:
^ CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA
Acting City Clerk City Manager ''
REVIEWED &APPROVED:
C INITIATIVE MEASURE To BE SUBMITTED DIRECTLY TO THE VOTERS OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS
The City Attorney Las prepared the following tide and summary of the chief purpose and points of the proposed measure:
TITLE: INITIATIVE TO (1) AMEND THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS' GENERAL PLAN TO
ESTABLISH A NEW MOUNTAIN REGION DESIGNATION FOR PROPERTY IN AND NEAR THE
SAN JACINTO AND SANTA ROSA MOUNTAINS, AND (2) REPEAL CURRENT LAND USE
REGULATIONS AFFECTING THIS AREA,
SUMMARY:
This initiative General Plan amendment, if passed, would delete various portions of the City of Palm,
Springs' General Plan, as adopted in 1993, and enact new General Plan requirements. Specifically, this
amendment would create a Mountain Region("MIN")designation within the City of Palm Springs.
The new MTN area is designated by map and includes not only mountainous terrain,but also such areas
as Palm Hills, land adjacent to the San Jacinto and Santa Rosa Mountains, alluvial fan areas (including Chino
Cone),and flatter terrain.
The new MTN area would be subject to the following restrictions:
1. No property maybe subdivided smaller than forty(40)acres per parcel;
2. Only single-family residences would be permitted,and only one residence per parcel;
3. The maximum floor area for the entire residence would be limited to 5,000 square feet;
4. The maximum development area per parcel would be limited to 10,000 square feet;
5. The maximum height for any structure would be limited to eighteen feet.
The restrictions established for the MTN area would not apply to sovereign Tribal lands or to any
property where'a "vested right has been secured for other land uses" prior to the passage of this initiative
measure,if the measure is approved by the voters.
Most of the area designated MTN by this initiative amendment is already subject to restrictions under
the City's current General Plan and zoning.The area is classified in several categories including"Open Space"
(where one dwelling per twenty acres is permitted), "Rural" (where one to two dwellings per 5 acres are
permitted), or"Very Low Density" (where one to two dwellings per acre are permitted). The Rural and Very
Low Density designations require 70%to 75%of the property be maintained as open space and building heights
are restricted to 26 feet.In certain circumstances,a building height limit of 30 feet is pemutted.
i In addition, the City's General Plan and zoning currently prohibits development on slopes of thirty
percent or greater.Such areas are also not counted for purposes of calculating density.
If passed by the voters,this initiative General Plan amendment would take effect upon certification of
the election results,
The published notice of intent to circulate provides as follows:
Notice of Intent to Circulate Petition
Notice is hereby given by the persons whose names appear hereon of their intention to circulate a petition
within the City of Palm Springs, County of Riverside, State of California for the purpose of amending the
General Plan of the City of Palm Springs.A statement of the reasons of the proposed action as contemplated in
the petition is as follows:
The Palm Springs mountain region is one of the most unique, beautiful and biologically diverse
landscapes in the entire world. It provides the stunning natural setting that is vital to the quality of life enjoyed
by our residents.
Today, however, this spectacular open landscape is on the verge of being destroyed by high-density
subdivisions and tract homes. Without sensible planning, our mountain region will become unrecognizable in a
few short years. It will disappear forever under the crush of urban sprawl.
This initiative amends the general plan to preserve the mountains, canyons and surrounding lands. It
establishes a low-density requirement for subdivisions in the mountain region. Tract homes, high-density
subdivisions and commercial developments will not be allowed.
This initiative protects the rights of property owners.Any property with vested rights is not affected by
this initiative,and any existing legal parcel,regardless of how small,may be used for a residence.Furthermore,
tribal lands are exempted.
This initiative protects and enhances our local economy. Tile City of Pahn Springs' standing as a world
class resort and retirement destination depends upon the protection of our natural environment,and particularly
the mountain region. High-density subdivisions and tract homes in the mountain region are certain to hurt
tourism and tarnish the image and reputation of the City.
This initiative simply enacts thoughtful land use planning that preserves our natural treasures and
valuable open space.It serves not only to protect the welfare of those currently residing in the City,but it is also
an expression of the People's commitment to preserve that which is irreplaceable for the generations that will
follow.
Signed by: Gladys N.Krenek James D.Jones
TITLE: INITIATIVE TO (1) AMEND THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS' GENERAL PLAN TO _
ESTABLISH A NEW MOUNTAIN REGION DESIGNATION FOR PROPERTY IN AND NEAR THE
SAN JACINTO AND SANTA ROSA MOUNTAINS, AND (2) REPEAL CURRENT LAND USE j
REGULATIONS AFFECTING THIS AREA.
MOUNTAIN PRESERVATION INITIATIVE
Section 1. Findings and Purpose
The People of the City of Palm Springs hereby find and declare:
(a) The mountain region of Palm Springs,which includes the San Jacinto Mountains,Santa Rosa Mountains,
Chino Canyon, Tachevah Canyon and surrounding areas,is an invaluable natural treasure. Given that part of
this mountain region lies within the City's boundaries, the People recognize an immense duty to protect land
which is so vital and unique.
(b) The scenic mountain region, untarnished by dense housing or commercial development, provides the
stunning natural setting for the"desert lifestyle" enjoyed by the City's residents. As the congestion of traffic,
commerce and development continues to increase in Palm Springs and surrounding cities, the pleasant vistas
and open space are important to residents' sense of well-being.
(c) The City's standing as a world class resort and retirement destination depends upon protection of the
natural environment, and particularly the mountain region, People from across the world are attracted to, and
captivated by,this unique natural setting. Given that the local economy relies in significant part upon tourism,
it is essential to the long-term economic prosperity of the City that the mountain region be preserved. Douse
housing and commercial development in the mountain region, even that which is designed to attract tourists,
will have an overall negative impact on the local economy and will tarnish the image and reputation of the City.
(d) The open space land of the mountain region is a limited and valuable resource that must be preserved.
Conservation of natural resources and the retention of mountain region land in its natural state protects the
community from the hazards of fire, flood, seismic and other catastrophic occurrences, and limits harm to the
groundwater and hydrological systems. Furthermore, it is in the public interest to avoid the unnecessary
conversion of open space land to urban uses,,thereby protecting against the resultant adverse impacts, such as
air,noise and water pollution, traffic congestion, destruction of scenic beauty, and disturbance of the ecology and environment and other demonstrated consequences of urban sprawl.
(e) The mountain region possesses an extraordinarily rich,though fragile,natural environment that sustains a
brilliant variety of wildlife and plant species.The People intend to preserve the mountain region habitat of these
species,and thus realize their aesthetic,ecological,educational,historical,recreational and scientific value.
(f) Notwithstanding any limitation imposed by this Initiative Measure on the number of building permits that
may be issued for residential construction or of the buildable lots which may be developed for residential
purposes, the People find that there is sufficient undeveloped land area available on the desert valley floor,
which is zoned for residential development,to allow for the construction of housing and the satisfaction of any
obligation of the City to provide for the housing needs in the region.
(g) The People of Palm Springs find that it is necessary to amend the General Plan to preserve and protect the
mountain region and to promote the orderly development of that region in a manner that allows for low-density
residential housing that causes the least harm or alteration to the natural environment. Each of the findings and
purposes set forth herein promote the health,safety and welfare of the City.
Section 2. General Plan Amendment
The People of Palm Springs hereby adopt the following amendment to the City of Pahn Springs General Plan.
Objective
3.2A In order to protect the ecological, economic, scenic, cultural, and scientific values associated with the
mountain region, and to promote the health, safety and welfare of the City, a Mountain Region is hereby
established within the City and is designated as"Mountain Region"on the Map attached hereto as Exhibit "A'
and incorporated herein by reference. This Map and the Mountain Region depicted thereon shall be
incorporated into the Maps of the General Plan,and any designations or information on the existing Maps of the
General Plan which is inconsistent with the policies and objectives of this Initiative Measure shall be deleted.
The following policies shall apply within the Mountain Region:
3.2A.1 Development and land use shall be limited to single-family residences. No other development or land
use shall be allowed.
3.2A.2 The minimum parcel size shall be no less than 40 acres.No more than one single-family residence per
parcel shall be allowed.
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L� TITLE: INITIATIVE TO (1) AMEND THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS' GENERAL PLAN TO
1 ESTABLISH A NEW MOUNTAIN REGION DESIGNATION FOR PROPERTY IN AND NEAR THE
i SAN JACINTO AND SANTA ROSA MOUNTAINS, AND (2) REPEAL CURRENT LAND USE
` } REGULATIONS AFFECTING THIS AREA.
3.2A.3 The maximum floor area for the single-family residence shall be no greater than five thousand(5,000)
square feet.
3.2AA The maximum building envelope,which is the total area of the single-family residence floor area plus
the yard(excluding any access roads),shall be no greater than ten thousand(10,000)square feet.
3.2A.5 The maximum building height shall not exceed eighteen(18)feet from the lowest natural grade at the
location of the structure of the single-family residence.
3.2A.6 All improvements shall be designed and constructed in a manner that causes the least disruption and
adverse impact to, and is most harmonious with,the natural environment and scenic qualities of the Mountain
Region.
3,2A.7 All improvements shall be located as far away as feasible from sensitive areas, including, but not
limited to,wildlife habitat,watercourses and tributaries,and steep slopes.
3.2A.8 The objectives and policies of the Mountain Region shall apply to all area plans, specific plans,
planned development districts, development agreements,redevelopment plans, and other similar development
plans with respect to any land within the Mountain Region.
3.2A.9 Upon the effective date of this Initiative Measure,the City Zoning Code and Zoning Map shall be
amended to create a new zoning classification designated Mountain Region CVIV). This MTN zoning
classification shall apply to all land within the Mountain Region and shall fully implement, and be consistent
with,the objectives and policies of this.initiative Measure.
3.2A.10 Any legal lot shown on a recorded subdivision map or other recorded document is exempt from the
minimum parcel size requirement set forth in Policy 3.2A.2,provided that the legal lot was created before the
effective date of this Initiative Measure.
3.2A.11 The objectives and policies of the Mountain Region shall apply to all land within the designated
Mountain Region shown on the Map attached hereto as Exhibit"A"unless: a) a vested right has been secured
j for other land uses prior to the effective date of this Initiative Measure, and b)such vested rights remain legally
enforceable. In the event that any vested rights pertaining to land within the Mountain Region are invalidated,
terminated, expire or are set aside in any manner,then such land shall immediately be subject to the objectives
and policies of the Mountain Region.
3.2A.12 The objectives and policies of the Mountain Region shall not apply to any sovereign Tribal lands.
The General Plan shall be farther amended as set forth in Exhibit"B"which is incorporated herein by reference.
Section3. Miscellaneous
(a) This Initiative Measure shall be liberally construed in order to preserve the Mountain Region and to
achieve to the fullest extent possible the purposes,objectives,and policies stated herein.
(b) If any portion of this Initiative Measure is held to be invalid by a final judgment of a court of competent
jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of any remaining portions. The voters of Palm Springs
hereby declare that this Initiative Measure and each portion hereof would have been passed even if one or more
portions are declared invalid.If any provision of this Initiative Measure is held invalid as applied to any person
or circumstance, such invalidity shall not effect any application of this Initiative Measure that can be given
effect without the invalid application.
(c) This Initiative Measure, and each portion hereof, including, but not limited to, the boundaries of the
Mountain Region set forth on the Map attached hereto as Exhibit"A",may only be amended or repealed by a
majority vote of the electors of the City of Pahn Springs.
(d) Any person acting for the interests of itself, its members or the general public for the purposes of
enforcing any objective,policy or provision of this Initiative Measure may institute proceedings for injunctive
or declarative relief or writ of mandate in any court of competent jurisdiction.
(e) In the event of any conflict between the portion of this Initiative Measure which amends the Land Use
Element of the General Plan and any other portion of the existing Land Use Element of the General Plan, such
portions of this Initiative Measure shall govern.
(f) This Initiative Measure shall be submitted immediately to a vote of the People at a special election.
' T (g) Upon passage of this Initiative Measure, all policies and objectives set forth herein shall be immediately
effective,and shall be immediately incorporated into the General Plan of the City of Palm Springs.
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TITLE: INITIATIVE TO (1) AMEND THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS' GENERAL PLAN TO
ESTABLISH A NEW MOUNTAIN REGION DESIGNATION FOR PROPERTY IN AND NEAR THE
SAN JACINTO AND SANTA ROSA MOUNTAINS, AND (2) REPEAL CURRENT LAND USE j
REGULATIONS AFFECTING THIS AREA.
EXffiBIT"B"
The General Plan of the City of Palm Springs shall be further amended as follows:
At pace I-21 of the General Plan,the following shall be deleted in its entirety:
"Chino Cone
Nowhere in this country is there a site with the abrupt transition from desert to mountain so spectacularly defined. Chino
Cone offers an unparalleled dimension in recreational and resort living potential.Recognizing the dynamics of the Tram
itself,the recommended land uses are those which should complement the Tram and stimulate development of the highest
quality.Further included as an integral part of this General Plan is the firm recommendation that all development to take
place in this magnificent area be required to respect an&conform to the special characteristics of the site and the total
Palm Springs environment.
Requirements for Area Plan:
I. A roadway alignment study of Tram Way which addresses the permitted density of development and safety.Plans for
a specific roadway section within a 100-foot right-of-way shall be developed.
2. A full Environmental Impact Report with focus on 1) infrastructure development (including circulation) and its
'impacts, 2) biological concerns including, but not limited to, threatened, me and endangered plant and animal
species,3)visual and cultural resources,4)drainage,and 5)wildfire hazards.
3. Either a Specific Plan or a Planned Development District may be submitted.The requirements outlined above must
address the relationship with the entire area.
4. Target land uses include high-end residential,large-scale destination resorts and commercial recreation."
At pace I-22 of the General Plan,the following shall be deleted in Its entirety:
"Palm Hills
In July 1970,the City of Palm Springs annexed this area of 34 square miles in the San Jacinto and Santa Rosa Mountains.
The Palm Hills Study (1974) was commissioned with the directive that the main emphasis be the preservation of the
environment while encouraging the development of resort and residential,and accessory,uses.To achieve this objective,
the City secured professional advice to assist in reviewing the natural systems that presently exist and to minimize the -
primary impacts that development would have on these systems. _
The resultant land use plan,based on an extensive task force study shortly after the Palm Hills area was annexed into the
City,illustrated the most intense activity which could be accommodated.The proposed distribution and intensity of land
uses shown were to be considered only if based on detailed analysis and if such a plan could resolve all of the goals and
objectives of the General Plan.
This General Plan also recognizes that to design a land use pattern that is compatible with the very complex ecological
systems (plant, animal, land form, drainage, etc.) will take intensive, site-specific analysis far beyond the scope of a
general plan-level study.Any land development in Palm Hills will require the approval of a Specific Plan(s).To assist in
the creation of such a plan(s)and to help the Planning Commission and the City Council in decision-making,the General
Plan includes studies related to biology, cultural resources, geoteehnic concerns and traffic, The purpose of a Specific
Plan will be to establish a land-use pattern consistent with the stringent goals and objectives of this General Plan.The
specific plan is both a tool and a protective program to provide the further detailed study necessary to assure the
appropriateness and compatibility of any specific development proposal.
The City of Palm Springs recognizes the efforts of the Bureau of Land Management, the Coachella Valley Mountains
Conservancy and other groups to preserve the Santa Rosa Mountains in their natural state.The City's General Plan is set
forth with the precept that limited high-quality development can occur in the Palm Hills area and coexist with the general
goals of conserving natural resources.While the City will be working implement its General Plan,it will cooperate with
these groups to facilitate conservation to the extent that such cooperation is consistent with this General Plan.
Intent: To create the highest quality resort and residential area in the Coachella.Valley while maintaining environmental
sensitivity and developing a methodology for multi-property owner participation.Land uses shall emphasize the concepts
of cluster development modules for permanent residential uses and Large-scale Resorts.Credit for density transfer shall
be awarded where sensitive biological habitats,including hillsides,washes, canyons, etc.,are protected and dedicated as
permanent open space.To implement this intent,an innovative and interactive planning process will be necessary which
will involve and analyze all the factors effecting development in Palm Hills.
Specific Plans shall be shall be adopted entailing the following elements:
1. The minimum area to be addressed by a specific plan is delineated w one of four (4) sub-areas on the Palm Hills
General Plan Map.The Plan should be a cooperative effort of the affected properties and shall address the expected
potential(s)of any subarea(s)to the north of the subject subarea,including growth-inducing and cumulative impacts.
The approval of any Specific Plan for the Palm Hills area shall include a finding that such plan is consistent with the
goals and policies of the General Plan.The boundaries of the Specific Plan areas may be altered to consider logical
access and infrastructure requirements;smaller subareas may be allowed to submit independent specific plans if it can
be demonstrated that there is no planning relationship with the,larger subarea and if the planning of the larger subarea
will not be negatively affected."
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TITLE: INITIATINT TO (1) AMEND THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS' GENERAL PLAN TO
ESTABLISH A NEW MOUNTAIN REGION DESIGNATION FOR PROPERTY IN AND NEAR THE
SAN JACINTO AND SANTA ROSA MOUNTAINS, AND (2) REPEAL CURRENT LAND USE
REGULATIONS AFFECTING THIS AREA.
At pace I-23 of the General Plan,the following shall be deleted In its entirety:
"2. Engineered(schematic)roadway alignments showing rough ont/fill, bridges and animal pass-thrus, gradients and
visual impacts.Traffic mitigation shall be analyzed including the alternative of aligning the main access road with
Gene Autry Trail, controlled access (tolls, etc.) and lane restrictions, Area Plans for Palm Hills must mitigate any
impact to the City's circulation system to Level of Service"D"("E"on E.Palm Canyon Dr.)or better or shall not be
approved.
3. A program for infrastructure financing.
4. A full Environmental Impact Report with a focus on biological concerns including,but not limited to,threatened,rare
and endangered plant and animal species, infrastructure development(including circulation)and its impacts,visual
resources and drainage.Area Plans for Palm Hills should mitigate any impact to biological habitats to the satisfaction
of the City or may not he approved.
5. A cooperative program for the exchange of public and private lands for the purpose of creating both proper
development areas and viable habitat conservation areas;the City shall assist in the development of such a program.
Public lands which are not used as part of a development project may not be credited,for density transfer purposes,to
an off-site development.
6. A program for the permanent preservation of open space, with the purpose to mitigate wildlife habitat loss and to
provide recreation amenities, in accordance with the programs of the Bureau of Land Management, the State Park
proposal,the Santa Rosa Mountains Conservancy Plan, the Bighorn Sheep Management Plan and any other active
conservation program/plan to the extent that they are not in conflict with this General Plan.In order to preserve the
scenic beauty, the frontal slopes of the Santa Rosa Mountains which are visible from the desert floor shall be
preserved as open space.
7. Target land uses and number of units:
[Except as noted,land use is governed by the following descriptions and by the policies of the General Plan, and is not
shown on the map.The required Specific Plan(s)shall provide a detailed land use plan;the ability to develop the target
number of units is dependent upon compliance with the goals and policies of the General Plan, and upon the future
availability of public lands for exchange or development.Units should be concentrated in areas with natural slopes of 10%
{: or less in steepness with overall density in such area in the range of V.-2 units/acre.No units may be assigned to areas
with natural slopes in excess of 30%.Densities in areas with slopes between 10%and 30%shall generally be between one
unit/2 Y.acres and one unit/20 acres.
Each Specific Plan shall develop a detailed density allocation formula to assign units to individual properties in a manner
meeting'the criteria of this section, and also assure that the units are fairly allocated to all properties with development
potential. Properties first proposed for development shall not capture a disproportionate share of the potential
development assured under the Specific Plan, but nothing herein shall prevent the City from considering the drainage,
wildlife habitat and slope characteristics,and other goals and policies of the General Plan in reviewing the development of
such allocation formulae.
The Bureau of Land Management has developed the position that none of its holdings are to be developed or traded for
development or used to provide access to development where such access may harm sensitive animal species.The target
numbers established herein for analytical purposes may be modified by the City by General Plan Amendment provided
that the resultant impacts of any alternative under a specific plan can be effectively mitigated.]"
At pace I-24 of the General Plan,the following shall be deleted in its entirety:
"PH-1- Resort Hotel,Attached&Detached Residential
Target—1200 units(3000 population)
PH-2A- Resort Hotels, Golf Courses, Attached & Detached Residential, and Accessory
Commercial/Service Uses
Target—1840 units(4600 population)
P14-2B- Resort Hotels, Golf Courses, Attached & Detached Residential, and Accessory
Commercial/Service Uses
Target—960 units(2400 population)
PH-3- Attached&Detached Residential,and Accessory Commercial/Service Uses
Target—1000 units(2500 population)
Target Number of Units—5000
Target Population Range—3,350—12,500
At page H-S of the General Plan,the following shall be deleted in its entirety:
1 "5.4.5. Windfarm.development on hillsides visible from scenic highways and corridors or on slopes of 15%or greater
should demonstrate no significant adverse aesthetic impacts,or provide adequate mitigation,prior to approval."
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INf1'IATSVE MEASURE TO BE SUBMITTED DIRECTLY TO TIM VOTERS OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS j
The City Attorney Inns prepared the following title and summary of the chief purpose and points of the proposed measure:
TITLE: INITIATIVE TO (1) AMEND THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS' GENERAL PLAN Ti
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ESTABLISH A NEW MOUNTAIN REGION DESIGNATION FOR PROPERTY IN AND NEAR THE
SAN JACINTO AND SANTA ROSA MOUNTAINS, AND (2) REPEAL CURRENT LAND USE
REGULATIONS AFFECTING THIS AREA.
SUMMARY:This initiative General Plan amendment,if passed,would delete various portions of the City of Palm Springs'General Plan,
as adopted in 1993,and enact new General Plan requirements.Specifically,this amendment would create a Mountain Region("MTN") designation
within the City of Palm Springs.
The new MTN area is designated by map and includes not only mountainous terrain,but also such areas as Palm Hills,land adjacent to the
San Jacinto and Santa Rasa Mountains,alluvial fan areas(including Chino Cone),and flatter terrain.
The new MIN area would be subject to the following restrictions:
1. No property tray be subdivided smaller than forty(40)acres per parcel;
2. Only single-family residences would be permitted,and only one residence per parcel;
3. The maxinwm floor area for the entire residence would be limited to 5,000 square feet;
4. The maximum development area per parcel would be limited to 10,000 square feet;
5. The maximum height for any structure would be limited to eighteen feet.
The restrictions established for the MTN area would not apply to sovereign Tribal lands or to any property where a"vested tight has been
secured for other land uses"prior to the passage of this initiative measure,if the measure is approved by die voters.
Most of the area designated MTN by this initiative amendment is already subject to restrictions under the City's current General Plan and
zoning.The area is classified in several categories including"Open Space"(where one dwelling per twenty,acres is permitted),"Rural"(where one to
two dwellings per 5 acres arc permitted),or"Very Low Density"(where one to two dwellings per acre are permitted).The Rural and Very Low
Density designations require 70%to 75%of the property be maintained m open space and building heights are restricted to 26 feet. In certain
circumstances,a building height limit of 30 feet is permitted.
In addition,the City's General Plan and zoning currently prohibits development on slopes of thirty percent or greater.Such areas are also
not counted for purposes of calculating density.
If passed by the voters,this initiative General Plan amendment would take either upon certification of the election results.
NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC:
THIS PETITION MAY BE CIRCULATED BY A PAID SIGNATURE GATHERER OR A
VOLUNTEER. YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO ASK THE USE OF YOUR SIGNATURE FOR ANY
PURPOSE OTHER THAN QUALIFICATION OF THIS MEASURE FOR THE BALLOT IS A
MISDEMEANOR COMPLAINTS ABOUT THE MIS-USE OF YOUR SIGNATURE MAY BE MADE
TO THE SECRETARY OF STATE'S OFFICE.
FOR OFFICIAL
All signers ofehts pe[iHan must be registered voters of the City of Palm Springs. USE ONLY
1. Min Name: Residence Address ONLY:
Signature,As Registered to Vole: City: Zip:
2. Print Name: Residence Address ONLY:
Signature,As Registered to Vote: City: Zip:
3. Pant Name: Reidence Address ONLY:
Signature,As Registered to Vote: City: Zip:
4. Print Name: Residence Address ONLY:
Signature,As Registered 0 Vote: City: Zip:
5. Print Name: Residence Address ONLY:
Signature,As Registered to Vote: City: Zip:
6. Print Name: Residence Address ONLY:
Signature,As Registered m Vote: City: Zip:
7. Print Name: Residence Address ONLY:
Signature,As Registered to Vote: City: Zip:
S. PtintName: Residence Address ONLY:
Signature,As Registered to Vote: City: Zip: 1
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ft INMATIVE MEASURE TO BE SUBMIITED DIRECTLY TO THE VOTERS OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS
The City Attorney has prepared the following title and summary of the chief propose and points of the proposed measure:
TITLE: INITIATIVE TO (1) AMEND THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS' GENERAL PLAN TO
ESTABLISH A NEW MOUNTAIN REGION DESIGNATION FOR PROPERTY IN AND NEAR THE
SAN JACINTO AND SANTA ROSA MOUNTAINS, AND (2) REPEAL CURRENT LAND USE
REGULATIONS AFFECTING THIS AREA.
SUMMARY:This initiative General Plan amendment,if passed,would delete various portions of the City of Palm Springs'General Plan,
as adopted in 1993,and enact new General Plan requirements.Specifically,this amendment would create a Mountain Region("MTN") designation
within the City of Palm Springs.
The new MTN area is designated by map and includes not only mountainous terrain,but also such areas as Palm Hills,land adjacent to the
San Jacinto and Santa Rasa Mountains,alluvial fan new(including Chino Cone),and flatter terrain.
The new MTN area would be subject to the following restrictions:
1. No property may be subdivided smalter than forty(40)acres per parcel;
2. Only single-family residence,would be permitted,and only one redidence per parcel;
3. The maximum floor area for the entire residence would be limited to 5,000 aquae feet;
4.. The maximum development area per parcel would be basted to 101000 square feery
5. The maximum height for any armature would be limited to eighteen feet.
The restrictions established for the MTN area would not apply to sovereign Tribal lands or to any property where a"vested right has been
secured for other land uses"prior to the passage of this initiative measure,if the measure is approved by the voters.
Most of the area designated MTN by this initiative amendment is already subject to restrictions under the City's current General Plan and
zoning.The Brea is classified in several categories including"Open Space"(where one dwelling per twenty acres is permitted),"Rural"(whore one to
two dwellings per 5 acres are permitted),or"Very Low Density"(where one to two dwellings per acre are permitted).The Rural and Very Low
Density designations require 70%to 75%of the property be maintained as open space and building heights me restricted to 26 feet. In certain
circumstances,a building height limit of 30 feet is pemnitted.
In addition,the City's General Plan and zoning currently prohibits development on slopes of thirty percent or greater.Such areas are also
not counted forpurposes of calculating density.
If passed by the voters,this initiative General Plan amendment would take effect upon certification of the election results.
NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC:
THIS PETITION MAY BE CIRCULATED BY A PAID SIGNATURE GATHERER OR A
VOLUNTEER, YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO ASK THE USE OF YOUR SIGNATURE FOR ANY
PURPOSE OTHER THAN QUALIFICATION OF THIS MEASURE FOR THE BALLOT IS A
MISDEMEANOR COMPLAINTS ABOUT THE MIS-USE OF YOUR SIGNATURE MAY BE MADE
TO THE SECRETARY OF STATE'S OFFICE.
�I 1 FOR OFFICIAL
All signers of this petition must be registered voters of the City ofPaim Springs. USE ONLY
9, Print Name: Residence Address ONLY:
Signature,As Registered to Vote: City: Zip:
10. Print Name: Residence Address ONLY:
Signaure,As Registered to Vote: City: Zip:
it. Print Nome. Residence Address ONLY:
Signature,As Registered to Vote: City: Zip:
12. Print Name; Residence Address ONLY:
Signature,As Registered to Vate: City. Zip:
13. Pant Name: Residence Address ONLY:
Signature,As Registered to Vote: City: Zip:
14. Prlat Name: Residence Address ONLY:
Signature,As Registered to Vote; City: Zip:
15, Print Name: Residence Address ONLY:
Signature,As Registered to Vote: City: Zip:
16, Print Narna: Residence Addres,ONLY:
Signature,As Registered to Vote: _ City: Zip: ` 1
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INITIATIVE MEASURE TO BE SUBMITTED DIRECTLY TO TIM VOTERS OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS -_
The City Attomey has prepared the following title and summary of the chief purpose and points of the proposed measure:
TITLE: INITIATIVE TO (1) AMEND THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS' GENERAL PLAN Ta
ESTABLISH A NEW MOUNTAIN REGION DESIGNATION FOR PROPERTY IN AND NEAR THE
SAN JACINTO AND SANTA ROSA MOUNTAINS, AND (2) REPEAL CURRENT LAND USE
REGULATIONS AFFECTING THIS AREA,
SUMMARY:This initiative General Plan amendment,if passed,would delete various portions of the City of Palm Springs' General Plan,
as adopted in 1993,and enact new General Plan requirements,Specifically,this amendment would create a Mountain Region("MTN")designation
within the City of Palm Springs.
The new MTN area is designated by map and includes not only mountainous terrain,but also such areas as Palm Hills,land adjacent to the
San Jacinto and Santa Rosa Mountains,alluvial fan arras(including Chino Cone),and flatter terrain.
The new MTN area would be subject to the following restrictions;
1. No property may be subdivided smaller than forty(40)acres per parcel;
2. Only single-family residences would be permitted,and only one residence per parcel;
3. The maximum floor area for the entire residence would be limited to 5,000 square feet;
4. The maximum development area per parcel would be limited to 10,000 square feet;
5. The maximum height for any structure would be limited to eighteen feet.
The restrictions established for the MTN area would not apply to sovereign Tribal lands or to any property where a"vested right has been
secured for other land uses'prior to the passage of this initiative measure,ifthemeasure is approved by the voters.
Most of the area designated MTN by this initiative amendment is already subject to restrictions under the City's cutwart General Plan and
zoning.The area is classified in several categories including"Open Space"(where one dwelling per twenty acres is permitted),"Rurel"(where one to
two dwellings per 5 acres are permitted),or"Very Low Density"(where one to two dwellings per acre are permitted).The Rural and Very Low
Density designations require 70%to 75%of the property be maintained as open space and building heights are restricted to 26 feet, to certain
circumstances,a building height limit of30 feet is permitted.
In addition,the City's General Plan and zoning currently prohibits development on slopes of thirty percent or greater.Such areas are also
not counted for purposes of calculating density.
If passed by the voters,this initiative General Plan amendment would take effect upon certification of the election results,
NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC:
THIS PETITION MAY BE CIRCULATED BY A PAID SIGNATURE GATHERER OR A
VOLUNTEER YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO ASK THE USE OF YOUR SIGNATURE FOR ANY
PURPOSE OTHER THAN QUALIFICATION OF THIS MEASURE FOR THE BALLOT IS A
MISDEMEANOR COMPLAINTS ABOUT THE MIS-USE OF YOUR SIGNATURE MAY BE MADE
TO THE SECRETARY OF STATE'S OFFICE.
FOR E AL
All signers of this petirion must be registered voters of the City of Palm Springs, USE ONLY
oNLY
17, PdntName: Residence Address ONLY:
Signature,As Registered to Vote: City. Zip:
18. PrintName: Residence Address ONLY:
Signature,As Registered to Vote: City: Zip:
19. PdntName: Residence Address ONLY:
Signature,As Registered to Vote: City: Zip:
0. PrintName: Residence Address ONLY:
Signature,As Registered to Vate: City: Zip:
21, PdntName: Residence Address ONLY:
Signature,As Registered to Vote: City: Zip:
22. PrintName: Residence Address ONLY:
Signature,As Registered to Vote: City: Zip:
23. PdntName: Residence Address ONLY:
Signature,Am Registered to Vote: City: Zip;
24. PrintName: Residenco Address ONLY: 1
Signature,As Registered to Vnwt City: Zip:
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ti f: INITIATIVE MEASURE TO BE SUBMITTED DIRECTLY TO THE VOTERS OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS
g The City Attorney hoe prepared the following title and summary of the chief purpose and points of the proposed measures
e TITLE: INITIATIVE TO (1) AMEND THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS' GENERAL PLAN TO
ESTABLISH A NEW MOUNTAIN REGION DESIGNATION FOR PROPERTY IN AND NEAR THE
SAN JACINTO AND SANTA ROSA MOUNTAINS, AND (2) REPEAL CURRENT LAND USE
REGULATIONS AFFECTING THIS AREA.
SUMMARY:This initiative General Plan amendment,if passed,would delete various portions of the City of Palm Springs' General Plan,
as adapted in 1993,and enact new General Plan requirements.Specifically,this mu ndment would create a Mountain Region("MTN") designation
within the City of Palm Springs.
The new MTN area is designated by map and includes not only mountainous terrain,but also such areas as Palm Hills,land adjacent to the
San Jacinto and Santa Rosa Mountains,alluvial fan areas(including Chino Cone),and flatter terrain.
The new MTN arcs,would be subject to the fallowing restrictions:
1. No property maybe subdivided smaller than forty(40)acres per parcel;
2. Only sing(o-fsndly residences would be permitted,and only one residence per parcel;
3. The maximum floor area for the entire residence would be limited to 5,000 square feet;
4. The maximum development area per parcel would be limited to 10,000 square feet;
5. The inti1 num height for any structure would be limited to eighteen feet,
The restrictions established for the MTN area would not apply to sovereign Tribal lands or to any property where a'bested right has been
'seemed for other land uses"prior to the passage of this initiative measure,if the measure is approved by the voters.
Most of the area designated MTN by this initiative amendment is already subject to restrictions under the City's current General Plan and
caning.The area is classed in several categories including"Open Space"(where one dwelling per twenty acres Is permitted),"Rural"(where one to
two dwellings per 5 acres are permitted),or"Very Low Density"(where one to two dwellings per acre arc permitted).The Rural and Very Low
Density designations require 70%to 75%of the property be maintained as open space and building heights are restricted to 26 feet,In certain
circumstances,a building height limit of 30 feet is permitted,
In addition,the City's General Plan and zoning currently prohibits development on slopes of thirty percent or greater.Such areas are also
not counted forpurposes of calculating density.
If passed by the voters,this initiative General Plan amendment would take effect upon certification ofrhe election results.
NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC:
THIS PETITION MAY BE CIRCULATED BY A PAID SIGNATURE GATHERER OR A
VOLUNTEER YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO ASK THE USE OF YOUR SIGNATURE FOR ANY
PURPOSE OTHER THAN QUALIFICATION OF THIS MEASURE FOR THE BALLOT IS A
MISDEMEANOR COMPLAINTS ABOUT THE MIS-USE OF YOUR SIGNATURE MAY BE MADE
4 TO THE SECRETARY OF STATE'S OFFICE. FOR OFFICIAL
AU signers ofthis peddon must he registered voters of the City of Pahest Springs. USE ONLY
25. Print Name: Residence Address ONLY:
Signature,As Registered to Vote: City: Zip:
26. Pint Name: Residence Address ONLY:
Signature,As Registered to Vote: City: Zip:
27. Print Name: Residence Addmss ONLY:
Signature,As Registered to Vote: City: Zip:
28. pmeNamc: Residence Address ONLY:
Signature,As Registered to Vote: City: Zip:
29, Print Name: Residence Address ONLY:
Signature,As Registered to Vote: City: Zip:
3u Pant Name: Residence Address ONLY:
Signature,As Registered to Vote: City: Zip:
T31. Print Name: Residence Address ONLY:
I
Signature,As Registered to Vole: City: Zip:
32. Print Name: Residence Addrmws ONLY: i\
Signature,As Registered to Vote: City: Zip: 1 `�
INYFIAT1VE MEASURE TO BE SUBMITTED DIRECTLY TO THE VOTERS OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS
The City Attorney has prepared the following title and summary of the chief purpose and points of the proposed measure:
TITLE: INITIATIVE TO (1) AMEND THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS' GENERAL PLAN TC'
ESTABLISH A NEW MOUNTAIN REGION DESIGNATION FOR PROPERTY IN AND NEAR TIM
SAN JACINTO AND SANTA ROSA MOUNTAINS, AND (2) REPEAL CURRENT LAND USE
REGULATIONS AFFECTING THIS ARE,A.
SUMMARY:This initiative General Plan amendment,if passed,would delete various portions of the City of Palm Springs'General Plan,
as adopted in 1993,and enact new General Plan requirements,Specifically,this amendment would create a Mountain Region("MTN') designation
within the City of Palm Springs.
Tire new MTN area is designated by map and includes not only mountainous terrain,but also such areas as Palm Hills,land adjacent to the
San Isolate and Santa Rosa Mountains,alluvial fan areas(including Chino Cone),and flatter remain.
The new MTN area would be subject to the following restrictions:
1, No property maybe subdivided smaller than forty(40)acres per parcel;
2. Only single-family residences would be permitted,and only one residence per parcel;
3. The maximum floor area for the entire residence would be limited to 5,000 square feet;
4. The maximum development area per parcel would be limited to 10,000 square feet;
5, The maximum height for any armature would be limited to eighteen feet.
The restrictions established fin the MT14 area would not apply to sovereign Tribal lands or to any property where a"vested right has been
secured for other land uses"prior to the passage of this initiative measure,if the measure is approved by the voters.
Most of the area designated MTN by this initiative amendment is already subject to restrictions under the City's current General Plan and
zoning.The area is classified in several categories including"Open Space"(when one dwelling per twenty acres is permitted),"Rural"(where one to
two dwellings per 5 acres are permitted),or"Very Low Density"(where one to two dwellings per acre are permitted).The Rural and Very Low
Density designations require 70%to 75%of the property be maintained as open space and building heights are restricted to 26 feet. In certain
circumstances,a building height limit of 30 feet is permitted.
In addition,the City's General Plan and zoning currently prohibits development on slopes of thirty percent or greater.Such areas are also
not wanted for purposes of calculating density.
If passed by the voters,this initiative General Plan amendment would take effect upon certification of the election results.
NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC:
THIS PETITION MAY BE CIRCULATED BY A PAID SIGNATURE GATHERER OR A
VOLUNTEER YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO ASK THE USE OF YOUR SIGNATURE FOR ANY
PURPOSE OTHER THAN QUALIFICATION OF THIS MEASURE FOR THE BALLOT IS A
MISDEMEANOR COMPLAINTS ABOUT THE MIS-USE OF YOUR SIGNATURE MAY BE MADE
TO THE SECRETARY OF STATE'S OFFICE.
All signers of His petition must be registered voters of the City of Palm Springs. FOR OFFICIALUSE ONLY
33. lMm Name: Residence Address ONLY:
Signature,As Registered to Vale: City: Zip:
34. Print Name; Reddeneo Address ONLY:
Signature,As Registered to Vote: City: Zip,
35. Print Name: Residence Address ONLY:
Signature,As Registered to Vole: City: Zip:
36. Print Name: Residence Address ONLY:
Signature,As Registered to Vote: City Zip:
37. Nim Name. Residence Address ONLY:
Signature,As Registered to Vote. City: Zip:
39. Print Name: Residence Address ONLY:
Signature,As Registered to Vote: City: Zip:
39. Print Name: Residence Address ONLY:
Signature,As Registered to Vote: City: Zip:
40. Print Name: Residence Address ONLY:
Signature,As Registered to Vote: City: Zip: 1 I I
IDIITIATNE MEASURE TO BE SUBMITTED DIRECTLY TO TBE VOTERS OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS
The City Attorney has prepared the following title and summary of the chief purpose and points of the proposed m ststue:
F TITLE: INITIATIVE TO (1) AMEND THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS' GENERAL PLAN TO
ESTABLISH A NEW MOUNTAIN REGION DESIGNATION FOR PROPERTY IN AND NEAR THE
SAN JACINTO AND SANTA ROSA MOUNTAINS, AND (2) REPEAL CURRENT LAND USE,
REGULATIONS AFFECTING THIS AREA.
SUMMARY:This initiative General Plan amendment,if passed,would delete various portions of the City of Palm Springs'General Plan,
as ed.prod in 1993,and enact new General Plansequiremems.Specifically,this amendment would create a Mountain Region("MTN")designation
within the City of Palm Springs,
The new MTN area is designated by map and includes not only mountainous terrain,but also such areas as Palm Hills,land adjacent to the
San Jacinto and Santa Rosa Mountains,alluvial fan areas(including Chino Cone),and flatter terrain.
The new MTN area would be subject to the following restrictions:
1. No property may be subdivided smaller than forty(40)acres per parcel;
2. Only singlo-family residences would be permitted,and only one residence per parcel;
3. The maximum floor area for the entire residence would be limited to 5,000 square feet;
4. The maximum development area per parcel would be limited to 10,000 square feet;
S. The maximum height for my structure would be limited to eighteen feet.
The mstrictions established for the MTN area would not apply to sovereign Tribal lands or to any property where a"vested right has been
secured for other Ind uses"prior to the passage of this initiative measure,if the measure is approved by the voters.
Most of the area designated MTN by this initiative amendment is already subject to restrictions under the City's current General Plan and
zoning.The arcs is classified in several categories including"Open Space"(where one dwelling per twenty acres is permitted),'TLuml"(where one to
two dwellings per 5 acres at permitted),or"Very Law Density"(where one to two dwellings per acre me permitted).The Rural and Very Low
Density designations require 70%to 75%of the property be maintained as open space and building heights are restricted to 26 feet. In certain
circumstances,a building height limit of 30 feet is permitted.
In addition,the City's General Plan and zoning currently prohibits development on slopes of thirty percent or greater.Such areas are also
not counted for purposes of calculating density.
If passed by the voters,this initiative General Plan amendment would take effect upon certification of the election results.
NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC:
THIS PETITION MAY BE CIRCULATED BY A PAID SIGNATURE GATHERER OR A
VOLUNTEER YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO ASK THE USE OF YOUR SIGNATURE FOR ANY
PURPOSE OTHER THAN QUALIFICATION OF THIS MEASURE FOR THE BALLOT IS A
MISDEMEANOR COMPLAINTS ABOUT THE MIS-USE OF YOUR SIGNATURE MAY BE MADE
TO THE SECRETARY OF STATE'S OFFICE.
FOR OFFICIAL
All signers of this petition must he registered voters of the City of Palm Springs. USE ONLY
41. Print Name: Residence Address ONLY:
Signat.m.As Registered to Vote: City: Zip:
41, PdntName: Residence Address ONLY:
Signature,As Registered to Vote: City: Zip:
43. Rint Namc: Residence Address ONLY:
Signature,As Registered to Veto: City: Zip:
44. PdntName: Residence Address ONLY:
Signatam As Registered to Vote: City: Zip:
45. Print Namc: Residence Address ONLY-
Signature,As Registered to Vote: City: Zip:
46. PdntName: Residence Address ONLY:
Signature,As Registered to Vote: City: Zip:
r 1 47. Print Name: Residence Address ONLY:
Signature,As Registered to Vote: City: Zip:
49. Print Nam: Residence Address ONLY:
Signature,As Registered to Vote: City: Zip:
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INITIATIVE MEASURE TO BE SUBMITTED DIRECTLY TO THE VOTERS OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS .i
The City Attorney has prepared the following title and smmmry,of the ch,efpurpose and points of the proposed measure:
TITLE: INITIATIVE TO (1) AMEND THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS' GENERAL PLAN TC,1
ESTABLISH A NEW MOUNTAIN REGION DESIGNATION FOR PROPERTY IN AND NEAR THE
SAN JACINTO AND SANTA ROSA MOUNTAINS', AND (2) REPEAL CURRENT LAND USE
REGULATIONS AFFECTING THIS AREA.
SUMMARY:This initiative General Plan amendment,if passed,would delete various portions of the City of Palm Springs'General Plan,
as adopted in 1993,grid enact new General Plan requirements.Specifically,this amendment would create a Mountain Region("MTN")designation
within the City of Palm Springs.
The new MTN area is designated by map and includes not only mountainous terrain,but also such areas as Palm Hills,land adjacent to the
San Jacinto and Stints Rosa Mountains,alluvial fan areas(including Chino Cone),and flatter terrain.
The am MTN area would be subject to the following restrictions:
1. No property may be subdivided smaller Oran forty(40)acres per parcel;
2. Only single-family residences would be permitted,and only one residence per parcel;
3. The maximum floor area for the entire residence would be limped to 5,000 square feet;
4. The maximum development area.per parcel would be limited to 10,000 square feet;
5. The maximum height for any structure would be limited to eighteen feet. -
'Me restrictions established for the MTN area would not apply to sovereign Tribal lands or to any property where a"vested right has been
secured for other land uses"prior to the passage of this initiative measure,if the measure is approved by the'voters.
Most of the area designated MTN by this initiative amendment is already subject to restrictions under the City's current General Plan and
zoning.The area is classified in several categories including"Open Space"(where one dwelling per twenty acres is permitted),"Rural"(where one to
two dwellings per 5 acres are permitted),or"Very,Low Density"(where one to two dwellings per acre are permitted).The Rural and Very Low
Density designarions require 70%to 75%of the property be maintained as open space and building heights are restricted to 26 feet. In certain
circumstances,a building height limit of30 feet is permitted.
In addition,the City's General Plan and zoning currently prohibits development on slopes of thirty percent or greater.Such areas are also
not wanted for purposes of calculating density.
If passed by the voters,this initiative General Plan amendment would take effect upon certification of the election results.
NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC:
THIS PETITION MAY BE CIRCULATED BY A PAID SIGNATURE GATHERER OR A
VOLUNTEER YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO ASK THE USE OF YOUR SIGNATURE FOR ANY
PURPOSE OTHER THAN QUALIFICATION OF THIS MEASURE FOR THE BALLOT IS A
MISDEMEANOR COMPLAINTS ABOUT THE MIS-USE OF YOUR SIGNATURE MAY BE MADE
TO THE SECRETARY OF STATE'S OFFICE.
,
FOR OFFICIAL
All signers of this petition must he registered voters of the City ofPnlm Springs. USE ONLY
49. PmAName: Residence Address ONLY:
Signature,M Registered to Vote: City: Zip:
50. Punt Nme: Residm.a Address ONLY:
Signature,As Registered to Vote: City: Zip:
DECLARATION OF CIRCULATOR
(To be completed after above signatures have been obtained.)
am registered to vote in the City of Palm Springs or qualified to register as a voter of the City.
(print name)
My residence address is
(vaned address,city,spite,zip)
I personally circulated this section of the petition and witnessed each of the appended signatures being written,Each signature on this
petition is,to the best of my knowledge and belief,the genuine signature of the person whose name it purports to be.All signatures on
this document were obtained between the dates of and
(month,day,yea) (month,day,year)
I declare under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing is we and correct.
Executed on: ,2004,at
(month and day) (place of signing--city and slate)
(complete signature ofchculator,including middle name or initial)
NOTICE TO CIRCULATORS; PLEASE DO NOTDETACHANYPORTION OF THIS DOCUMENT.
URGENT: ALL SIGNATURES INVALID IF YOUFAIL TO SIGNAS CIRCULATOR,