HomeMy WebLinkAbout21387 - RESOLUTIONS - 9/7/2005 RESOLUTION NO. 21387
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM
SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING TENTATIVE TRACT MAP
33542 AND CASE NO. 5.1038 — PD310, SUBJECT TO THE
CONDITIONS IN EXHIBIT A FOR A TENTATIVE TRACT MAP FOR A
ONE LOT CONDOMINIUM MAP OF APPROXIMATELY 1.57 ACRES
AND A PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT TO CONSTRUCT
TWELVE RESIDENTIAL CONDOMINIUMS IN THE RESORT
OVERLAY ZONE, LOCATED AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF
VIA ESCUELA AND NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE, ZONE C-1
AND R-3, SECTION 3, APN 504310035
WHEREAS, Via Escuela Land Partners, LLC ("Applicant') has filed an application with the
City pursuant to Section 9.62 of the Municipal Code, Section 94.03.00 of the Zoning
Ordinance and Section 92.25.00 of the Zoning Ordinance for a Tentative Tract Map and
Planned Development District to allow the construction of 12 residential condominiums in
the Resort Overlay Zone, located at the southwest corner of Via Escuela and North Palm
Canyon Drive, Zone C-1 and R-3, Section 3; and
WHEREAS, notice of the public hearing of the City Council of the City of Palm Springs to
consider the application for Case 5.1038 PD-310 and TTM33542 was given in accordance
with applicable law; and
W'EHERAS, the Conditional Use Permit to allow the construction of multiple-family
residential in the Resort Overlay has been reviewed and approved by the Planning
Commission, subject to the City Council approval of the Planned Development District; and
WHEREAS, on September 7, 2005, a public hearing on the project was held by the City
Council in accordance with applicable law; and
WHEREAS, the City Council 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, and all written and oral testimony presented.
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS DOES HEREBY RESOLVE AS
FOLLOWS:
Section 1: Pursuant to CEQA, the Planning Commission finds that, Tentative Tract Map
32806 is categorically exempt from environmental assessment per Section
15332 (In-Fill Development) of the California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA).
Section 2: The proposed project has multiple-family residential within the C-1 portion of
the property. The C-1 Zone allows multiple-family residential use, subject to
the R-3 development standards. The multiple-family residential use in the C-
1 Zone is consistent with the Zoning Ordinance for the use, but the Planned
Development District will define the development standards for the multiple-
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family residences. The following table outlines the development standards for '
.the single-family residences:
Multiple Family Residential — R-3
Required Proposed
Lot Area 20,000 square feet 68,424 square feet
Lot Width 140 feet 197 to 335 feet
Lot Depth 175 feet 232 to 291 feet
Density 34 units (1 unit/2,000 12 units
square feet)
Building Height 24 feet 23.5 feet
Front Yard 25 feet 30 feet, except 10
(Major Thoroughfare) architectural columns
at 28.5 feet
Side Yard 24 feet along south 10 feet*
property line
20 feet along Via Escuela 16.5 feet*
Rear Yard 24 feet along west 10.5 feet at building
property line. height of 12 feet
24 feet at building
height of 23.5 feet
Building Distance 15 feet 10.5 to 13.5 feet* '
Parking 24 covered 24 covered
Requirements
3 guest parking 12 guest parking
Section 3: Pursuant to Section 92.25.00 of the Zoning Ordinance, the multiple-family
residential land use is appropriate in the Resort Overlay subject to the
following findings: and
a. That the proposed use is compatible with its surroundings;
The subject property is adequate in size and shape for the proposed
multi-family and is surrounded by a mixture of hotel, commercial, single-
family residences, and multiple-family residential properties. The
proposed project is serviced by fully improved streets that have the
capacity to carry the type and quantity of traffic expected to be generated.
b. That the site in question is not appropriate for other uses allowed by right
within the underlying zone;
There is a shortage of housing in the City of Palm Springs and the
proposed project would contribute to the housing supply for the City. The '
proposed project is desirable for the community and is in harmony with
the Housing Element and objectives of the General Plan:
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Section 4: Pursuant to Government Code Section 66474 (Subdivision Map Act), the
Planning Commission finds that with the incorporation of those conditions
attached in Exhibit A:
1. The proposed Tentative Map is consistent with applicable general and
specific plans.
The proposed project is consistent with the General Plan. The General Plan
designation for the site is H43/21, High Density Residential. The General
Plan allows up to 32 dwelling units on the project site. The applicant is
proposing 12 dwelling units. Therefore, the proposed project is consistent
with the General Plan.
2. The design of improvement of the proposed subdivision is consistent with the
General Plan and any applicable Specific Plan.
Pursuant to Government Code Section 66473.5 the Planning Commission
finds that the proposed subdivision and the provisions for its design and
improvement are compatible with the objectives, polices, and general land
uses and program provided in the City's General Plan. All street, drainage,
and utilities improvements will be constructed to the standards of the General
Plan and Conditions of Approval associated with TTM 32732.
The Planned Development District development standards have been
determined to be compatible with overall goals and policies of the General
Plan in order to provide quality architecture, open space and distinctive
landscape elements. Therefore it is concluded that the Planned
Development District development standards and Conditions of Approval will
not be in conflict with the overall intent of the General Plan.
3. The site is physically suitable for the type and density of development
contemplated by the proposed subdivision.
The project proposes the subdivision of approximately 1.57 acres into a one
lot condominium map for the construction of 12 residential condominiums.
The proposed development is under the maximum allowable density of 32
units, as permitted under the General Plan. The subject property is
surrounded with a mix of single-family residential, multiple-family residential,
hotel, and commercial uses and is consistent with the surrounding developed
properties.
4. The designs of the proposed subdivision or the proposed improvements are
not likely to cause substantial environmental damage or substantially and
unavoidably injure fish or wildlife or their habitat.
The design of the subdivision is not likely to cause substantial environmental
damage or substantially and unavoidably injure fish or wildlife or their habitat.
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The subject property is less than five acres and is surrounded ,by fully '
developed properties.
5. The design of the subdivision or type of improvements is not likely to cause
serious public health problems.
The design of the subdivision and proposed improvements must comply with
the conditions of approval including, but not limited to, the application of the
Uniform Building Code Seismic Safety Standards, and the City of Palm
Springs Fugitive Dust Control Ordinance in order to ensure public health and
safety.
6. The design of the subdivision or the type of improvements will not conflict
with easements, acquired by the public at large, for access through or use of,
property within the proposed subdivision.
The applicant will be required to construct on and off-site improvements.
Therefore the design and the type of improvements proposed will not conflict
with easements acquired by the public at large.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that based upon the foregoing, the
City Council hereby approves: ,
(A)Order the filing of a Notice of Exemption; and
(B)Approve Planned Development District 310 for:
1. A conditional use permit to allow the construction of 12 residential
condominiums in the Resort Overlay Zone; and
2. Establish development standards for the 12 residential condominiums; and
(C)Approve Tentative Tract Map 33542 of approximately 1.57 acres into a one lot
condominium map, for 12 residential condominiums; located at the southwest corner of
Via Escuela and North Palm Canyon Drive, Zone C-1 and R-3, Section 3, APN
504310035.
ADOPTED this 7th day of September 2005.
David H. Ready, Ci y n r
ATTEST:
d es Thompson, City Clerk
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CERTIFICATION
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE ) ss.
CITY OF PALM SPRINGS )
I, JAMES THOMPSON, City Clerk of the City of Palm Springs, hereby certify that
Resolution No. 21387 is a full, true and correct copy, and was duly adopted at a regular
meeting of the City Council of the City of Palm Springs on September 7, 2005, by the
following vote:
AYES: Members Foat, Mills, McCulloch, Pougnet and Mayor Oden
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
Thompson)le-s
y of Palm Springs, California
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EXHIBIT A '
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
CASE TTM33542 - TENTATIVE TRACT MAP
CASE 5.1038 PD-310 - PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT
VIA ESCUELA LAND PARTNERS, LLC
SOUTHWEST CORNER OF VIA ESCUELA AND NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE
SEPTEMBER 7, 2005
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.
ADMINISTRATIVE '
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 Case TTM33542 — Tentative Tract Map and Case
5.1038— Planned Development District 310. 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,
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parkways, 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 local 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. This project shall be subject to Chapters 2.24 and 3.37 of the Municipal Code regarding
public art. The project shall either provide public art or payment of an in lieu fee. In the
case of the in-lieu fee, the fee shall be based upon the total building permit valuation as
calculated pursuant to the valuation table in the Uniform Building Code, the fee being
112% for commercial projects or 1/4% for residential projects with first $100,000 of total
building permit valuation for individual single-family units exempt. Should the public art
be located on the project site, said location shall be reviewed and approved by the
Director of Planning and Zoning and the Public Arts Commission, and the property
owner shall enter into a recorded agreement to maintain the art work and protect the
public rights of access and viewing.
5. 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. The fee shall be collected by the Planning Services
Department.
6. The Project will bring additional residents to the community. The City's existing public
safety and recreation services, including police protection, criminal justice, fire
protection and suppression, ambulance, paramedic, and other safety services and
recreation, library, cultural services are near capacity. Accordingly, the City may
determine to form a Community Services District under the authority of Government C.
Section 53311 et seq, or other appropriate statutory or municipal authority. Developer
agrees to support the formation of such assessment district and shall waive any right to
protest, provided that the amount of such assessment shall be established through
appropriate study and shall not exceed $500 annually with a consumer price index
escalator. The district shall be formed prior to sale of any lots or a covenant agreement
shall be recorded against each parcel, permitting incorporation of the parcel in the
district.
CC&R's
7. The applicant prior to issuance of building permits shall submit a draft declaration of
covenants, conditions and restrictions ("CC&R's") to the Director of Planning Services
for approval in a form to be approved by the City Attorney, to be recorded prior to
approval of a final map. The CC&R's shall be enforceable by the City, shall not be
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amended without City approval, shall require maintenance of all property in a good
condition and in accordance with all ordinances,
8. The applicant shall submit to the City of Palm Springs, a deposit in the amount of
$2,000, for the review of the CC&R's by the City Attorney. A $250 filing fee shall also
be paid to the City Planning Department for administrative review purposes.
Cultural Resources
9. 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.
10.The project area has the possibility of buried resources. 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
12. Final landscaping, irrigation, exterior lighting, fencing plans and landscaping on the
street design shall be submitted for approval by the Department of Planning
Services, Department of Public Works, and Department of Parks and Recreation,
prior to issuance of a building permit. Additional landscaping Landscape plans shall ,
be approved by the Riverside County Agricultural Commissioner's Office prior to
submittal. All landscaping located within the public right of way or within community
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facilities districts must be approved by the Public Works Director and the Director of
Parks and Recreation.
13. An exterior lighting plan in accordance with Zoning Ordinance Section 93.21.00,
Outdoor Lighting Standards, shall be submitted for review and approval by the
Director of Planning & Zoning prior to the issuance of building permits.
Manufacturer's cut sheets of all exterior lighting on the building and in the
landscaping shall be submitted for approval prior to issuance of a building permit. If
lights are proposed to be mounted on buildings, down-lights shall be utilized. No
lighting of the hillside is permitted.
GENERAL CONDITIONS/CODE REQUIREMENTS
14. The Planned Development District approval shall be valid for a period of two (2)
years. Extensions of time may be granted by the Planning Commission upon
demonstration of good cause.
15. If the use of the subject property is ever changed, the City reserves the right to
modify or revoke this Tentative Tract Map and/or Planned Development District
application.
16. The project is subject to the City of Palrn 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.
17. 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.
18. 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.
19. Separate architectural approval and permits shall be required ,for all signs. A
detailed sign program shall be submitted for review and approval by the Planning
Commission prior to issuance of building permits.
20. All materials on the flat portions of the roof shall be earth tone in color.
21. All awnings shall be maintained and periodically cleaned.
22. All roof mounted mechanical equipment shall be screened from all possible vantage
points both existing and future per Section 9303.00 of the Zoning Ordinance. The
screening shall be considered as an element of the overall design and must blend
with the architectural design of the building(s). The exterior elevations and roof
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plans of the buildings shall indicate any fixtures or equipment to be located on the '
roof of the building, the equipment heights, and type of screening. Parapets shall
be at least 6" above the equipment for the purpose of screening.
23. 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.
24. Perimeter walls shall be designed, installed and maintained in compliance with the
corner cutback requirements as required in Section 9302.00.D.
25. 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.
26. The street address numbering/lettering shall not exceed eight inches in height.
27. Construction of any residential unit shall meet minimum soundproofing
requirements prescribed pursuant to Section 1092 and related sections of Title 25 of
the California Administrative Code. Compliance shall be demonstrated to the
satisfaction of the Director of Building and Safety.
28. Submit plans meeting City standard for approval on the proposed trash and
recyclable materials enclosure prior to issuance of a building permit.
29. Details of pool fencing (material and color) and equipment area shall be submitted
with final landscape plan.
30. No sirens, outside paging or any type of signalization will be permitted, except
approved alarm systems.
31. No outside storage of any kind shall be permitted except as approved as a part of
the proposed plan.
32. Vehicles associated with the operation of the proposed development including
company vehicles or employees vehicles shall not be permitted to park off the
proposed building site unless a parking management plan has been approved.
33. 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.
34. The applicant shall provide all tenants with Conditions of Approval of this project. '
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35. Standard parking spaces shall be 17 feet deep by 9 feet wide; handicap parking
spaces shall be 18 feet deep by 9 feet wide plus an 8 foot walkway at the right side
of the parking space and shall be designated as "van accessible".
36. Handicapped accessibility shall be indicated on the site plan to include the location
of handicapped parking spaces, the main entrance to the proposed structure and
the path of travel to the main entrance. Consideration shall be given to potential
difficulties with the handicapped accessibility to the building due to the future
grading plans for the property.
37. Curbs shall be installed at a minimum of five (5) feet from face of walls, fences,
buildings, or other structures. Areas that are not part of the maneuvering area shall
have curbs placed at a minimum of two (2) feet from the face of walls, fences or
buildings adjoining driveways.
38. Parking lot light fixtures shall align with stall striping and shall be located two to
three feet from curb face.
39. Islands of not less than 9 feet in width with a minimum of 6 feet of planter shall be
provided every 10 parking spaces. Additional islands may be necessary to comply
with shading requirements.
40. Shading requirements for parking lot areas as set forth in Section 9306.00 of the
Zoning Ordinance shall be met. Details to be provided with final landscape plan.
41. Parking stalls shall be delineated with a 4 to 6 inch double stripe - hairpin or
elongated "U" design. Individual wheel stops shall be prohibited; a continuous 6"
barrier curb shall provide wheel stops.
42. Concrete walks with a minimum width of two (2) feet shall be installed adjacent to
end parking spaces or end spaces shall be increased to eleven (11) feet wide.
43. Tree wells shall be provided within the parking lot and shall have a planting area of
six feet in diameter/width.
44. The development standards for the multiple-family residences are as follows:
Multiple Family Residential — R-3
Required Proposed
Lot Area 20,000 square feet 68,424 square feet
Lot Width 140 feet 197 to 335 feet
Lot Depth 175 feet 232 to 291 feet
Density 34 units (1 unit/2,000 12 units
square feet)
Building Height 24 feet 23.5 feet
Front Yard 25 feet 30 feet, except 10
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(Major Thoroughfare) architectural columns at
28.5 feet
Side Yard 24 feet along south 10 feet*
property line
20 feet along Via Escuela 16.5 feet*
Rear Yard 24 feet along west property 10.5 feet at building
line. height of 12 feet
24 feet at building height
of 23.5 feet
Building Distance 15 feet 10.5 to 13.5 feet*
Parking 24 covered 24 covered
Requirements
3 guest parking 12 guest parking
POLICE DEPARTMENT
45. Developer shall comply with Section II of Chapter 8.04 of the Palm Springs
Municipal Code.
BUILDING DEPARTMENT
46. Prior to any construction on-site, all appropriate permits must be secured. '
FIRE DEPARTMENT
47. Shall comply with all Fire Department codes and regulations
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
48. Any improvements within the public right-of-way require a City of Palm Springs
Encroachment Permit.
49. Applicant shall obtain State permits and approval of plans for all work done on State
Highway 111. A copy of Caltrans requirements shall be submitted to the City
Engineer prior to the issuance of any grading or building permits.
50. NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE
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5'I. Construct a 170-feet long by 12-feet wide bus turn out at the southwest corner of
North Palm Canyon Drive and Via Escuela. Construction of a bus stop shelter shall
be required, with a design compatible to project architecture as approved by Sunline
Transit Agency and the Director of Planning Services. Bus stop furniture and other
accessories, as required by Sunline Transit Agency, shall be provided by the
developer.
52. Remove the existing curb returns at the northwest and southwest corners of the
intersection of North Palm Canyon Drive and Via Escuela and construct new curb
returns with spandrels in accordance with City of Palm Springs Standard Drawing
No. 206.
5 . Construct a 6 feet wide cross-gutter across the west side of the intersection of North
Palm Canyon Drive at Via Escuela in accordance with City of Palm Springs
Standard Drawing No. 200.
54. Check the operation of the irrigation and electrical lighting system for the existing
palm trees located along the frontage of the property in consultation with the Parks
and Recreation Department, and make necessary repairs as directed by the
Director of Parks and Recreation.
55. All broken or off grade street improvements shall be repaired or replaced.
VIA ESCUELA
56. Construct a 24 feet wide driveway approach in accordance with City of Palm
Springs Standard Drawing No. 201. The centerline of the driveway approach shall
be located approximately 88 feet west of the east property line as shown on the
approved site plan.
57. The entry shall not be gated. Insufficient space is provided for safe turn-around of
vehicles unable to enter the project.
58. Construct an 8 feet wide sidewalk behind the curb along the entire frontage in
accordance with City of Palm Springs Standard Drawing No. 210.
59. All broken or off grade street improvements shall be repaired or replaced.
ON-SITE
60. All on-site private driveways, drive aisles, parking areas and other common access
areas shall be constructed in accordance with the approved site plan. All drive
aisles shall have a 24 feet minimum width.
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61. Construct curbs, curb and gutter, and cross-gutters as necessary to accept and
convey on-site stormwater runoff to on-site detention basins and/or parkways, in
accordance with applicable City Standards.
62. Construct a minimum pavement section of 2'/2 inches asphalt concrete pavement
over 4 inches crushed miscellaneous base with a minimum subgrade of 24 inches
at 95% relative compaction, or equal, through the full width of the travel way (a
minimum of 24 feet wide excluding the gutter at the centerline). If an alternative
pavement section is proposed, the proposed pavement section shall be designed by
a California registered Geotechnical Engineer using "R" values from the project site
and submitted to the City Engineer for approval.
63. Parking shall be prohibited along the private street except for designated parking
areas.
SANITARY SEWER
64. All sanitary facilities shall be connected to the public sewer system. New laterals
shall not be connected at manholes.
65. An on-site private sewer system shall collect sewage from the development and
connect to the public sewer system in North Palm Canyon Drive. Sewer plans shall
be submitted to the Engineering Division for review and approval. Private on-site
sewer mains shall conform to City sewer design standards. A profile view of the on-
site private sewer mains are not necessary provided sufficient invert information is
indicated on the plan view, including elevations with conflicting utility lines.
Connection of the on-site private sewer system to the public sewer main shall be
connected as a lateral and not to an existing manhole or with a new manhole.
Plans for sewers other than the private mains, (i.e. building sewers and laterals from
the buildings to the on-site private sewer mains), are subject to review and approval
by the Building Division.
66. All on-site sewer systems shall be privately maintained by a Home Owners
Association (HOA). Provisions for maintenance of the on-site sewer system
acceptable to the City Engineer shall be included in the Covenants, Conditions and
Restrictions (CC&R's) required for this project.
67. A minimum 10 feet wide easement for sewer purposes shall be reserved on the final
map for the benefit of the Home Owners Association across the southeast corner of
the property, within the area designated for Unit 7, as necessary to facilitate
construction of the on-site sewer system and connection to the public sewer main in
North Palm Canyon Drive. The building no. 7 will require adjustments to the
landscaping and pool features in the southwest corner of the site.
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GRADING
68. Submit a Precise Grading Plan prepared by a California registered Civil Engineer or
qualified Architect to the Engineering Division for review and approval. The Precise
Grading Plan shall be approved by the City Engineer prior to issuance of grading
permit.
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 Elio Torrealba at AQMD at (909) 396-3752, or at etorrealba@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.
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; a copy of
Soils Report; and a copy of the associated Hydrology Study/Report.
69. Drainage swales shall be provided adjacent to all curbs and sidewalks to keep
nuisance water from entering the public streets, roadways, or gutters.
70. A National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) stormwater permit,
issued from the California Regional Water Quality Control Board (Phone No. 760-
346-7491) is required for the proposed development. A copy of the executed permit
shall be provided to the City Engineer prior to approval of a Grading Plan.
71. In accordance with City of Palm Springs Municipal Code, Section 8.50.025 (c), the
developer shall post with the City a cash bond of two thousand dollars ($2,000.00)
per disturbed acre for mitigation measures for erosion/blowsand relating to this
property and development.
72. A soils report prepared by a California registered Geotechnical Engineer shall be
required for and incorporated as an integral part of the grading plan for the
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proposed development. A copy of the soils report shall be submitted to the Building
Department and to the Engineering Division prior to approval of the Grading Plan.
73. 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. The
California Department of Food and Agriculture office is located at 73-710 Fred
Waring Drive, Palm Desert (Phone: 760-776-8208).
DRAINAGE
74. All stormwater runoff passing through the site shall be accepted and conveyed
across the property in a manner acceptable to the City Engineer. For all stormwater
runoff falling on the site, on-site retention or other facilities approved by the City
Engineer shall be required to contain the increased stormwater runoff generated by
the development of the property. Provide a hydrology study to determine the volume
of increased stormwater runoff due to development of the site, and to determine
required stormwater runoff mitigation measures for the proposed development.
Final retention basin sizing and other stormwater runoff mitigation measures shall
be determined upon review and approval of the hydrology study by the City
Engineer and may require redesign or changes to site configuration or layout
consistent with the findings of the final hydrology study. No more than 40-50% of
the street frontage parkway/setback areas should be designed as retention basins.
On-site open space, in conjunction with dry wells and other subsurface drainage
solutions should be considered as alternatives to using landscaped parkways for
on-site retention.
75. Provisions for the interception of nuisance water from entering adjacent public
streets from the project site shall be provided through the use of a minor storm drain
system that collects and conveys nuisance water to landscape or parkway areas
adjacent to North Palm Canyon Drive and Via Escuela, and in only a stormwater
runoff condition, pass runoff directly to the streets through parkway or under
sidewalk drains.
76. The project is subject to flood control and drainage implementation fees. The
acreage drainage fee at the present time is $6,511.00 per acre per Resolution No.
15189. Fees shall be paid prior to issuance of a building permit.
77. Easements for drainage purposes shall be reserved on the final map for the benefit
of the Home Owners Association across the southeast corner of the property, within
the area designated for Unit 7, as necessary to facilitate construction of the on-site
drainage system with overflow to North Palm Canyon Drive. The building no. 7 will
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require adjustments to the landscaping and pool features in the southwest corner of
the site.
GENERAL
78. 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.
79. All proposed utility lines shall be installed underground.
80. All existing utilities shall be shown on the grading plans. The existing and proposed
service laterals shall be shown from the main line to the property line.
81. The original improvement plans prepared for the proposed development and
approved by the City Engineer shall be documented with record drawing "as-built'
information and returned to the Engineering Division prior to issuance of a certificate
of occupancy. Any modifications or changes to approved improvement plans shall
be submitted to the City Engineer for approval prior to construction.
82,. In accordance with Chapter 8.04.401 of the City of Palm Springs Municipal Code, all
existing and proposed electrical lines of thirty-five thousand volts or less and
overhead service drop conductors, and all gas, telephone, television cable service,
and similar service wires or lines, which are on-site, abutting, and/or transecting,
shall be installed underground unless specific restrictions are shown in General
Orders 95 and 128 of the California Public Utilities Commission, and service
requirements published by the utilities. A detailed plan approved by the owner(s) of
the affected utilities depicting all above ground facilities in the area of the project to
be undergrounded, shall be submitted to the Engineering Division prior to approval
of any grading plan.
The existing overhead utilities across the west property line meet the requirement to
be installed underground.
83. Contact Whitewater Mutual Water Company to determine impacts to any existing
water lines and other facilities that may be located within the property. Make
appropriate arrangements to protect in place or relocate any existing Whitewater
Mutual Water Company facilities that are impacted by the development. A letter of
approval for relocated or adjusted facilities from Whitewater Mutual Water Company
shall be submitted to the Engineering Division prior to issuance of a grading permit.
84. 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.
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85. 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.
MAP
86. A Final Map shall be prepared by a California registered Land Surveyor or qualified
Civil Engineer and submitted to the Engineering Division for review and approval. A
Title Report prepared for subdivision guarantee for the subject property, the
traverse closures for the existing parcel and all lots created therefrom, and copies of
record documents shall be submitted with the Final Map to the Engineering Division
as part of the review of the Map. The Final Map shall be approved by the City
Council prior to issuance of building permits.
87. Easements for sewer and drainage purposes shall be reserved on the final map for
the benefit of the Home Owners Association, as required by these conditions.
TRAFFIC
88. All damaged, destroyed, or modified pavement legends and striping associated with
the proposed development shall be replaced as required by the City Engineer prior
to issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy. '
89. Install a 30 inch stop sign, stop bar, and "STOP" legend for traffic exiting the
development onto Via Escuela in accordance with City of Palm Springs Standard
Drawing Nos. 620-625.
90. 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.
91. This property is subject to the Transportation Uniform Mitigation Fee which shall be
paid prior to issuance of building permit.
92. A fair share contribution for the installation of a future traffic signal at the
intersection of North Palm Canyon Drive and Via Escuela shall be made to the City.
The amount has determined by the City Engineer from data provided in a traffic
study prepared by George Dunn Engineering, revised December 11, 2003, and
using estimated peak hour traffic volumes generated by the proposed development.
The fair share contribution is $572. Payment shall be made prior to approval of a
final map.