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DATE: July 15, 2015 PUBLIC HEARING
SUBJECT: AMENDMENT TO THE SECTION 14 SPECIFIC PLAN CLARIFYING A
MAXIMUM PERMITTED HEIGHT OF 24 FEET FOR THE MEDIUM
DENSITY RESIDENTIAL (MR) LAND USE DESIGNATION (CASE 5.1374
SP-A).
FROM: Department of Planning Services
SUMMARY
This is a request to amend the Section 14 Specific Plan clarifying a maximum permitted
height of 24 feet for the MR (Medium Density Residential) land use designation.
RECOMMENDATION
1. Open the public hearing and receive testimony.
2. Adopt Resolution No. , "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING A CATEGORICAL
EXEMPTION FROM CEQA AND APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE
SECTION 14 SPECIFIC PLAN CLARIFYING A MAXIMUM PERMITTED
HEIGHT OF 24 FEET IN THE MR (MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL) LAND
USE DESIGNATION."
BACKGROUND INFORMATION
Related Relevant Actions by Planning, Bulldin , Fire etc.
07/16/14 An updated Section 14 Specific Plan was adopted by the City
Council.
05/27/15 The Planning Commission voted 7 to 0 to recommend approval of the
proposed amendment to the Section 14 Specific Plan.
The Tribal Council of the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians
06/16/15 reviewed the proposed amendment to the Section 14 Specific Plan,
and recommends approval of the proposed request.
ITEM NO. 1/
City Council Staff Report
5.1374 SP-A
July 15, 2015—Page 2 of 5
ANALYSIS
The Section 14 Specific Plan establishes the permitted uses and development
standards for properties within the plan area. In the MR (Medium Density Residential)
designation, multifamily and single-family residential uses are both permitted by right.
However, development standards for the uses within the MR designation are treated
differently: Multifamily development must adhere to the R-2 (Limited Multiple-Family
Residential Zone) district development standards, and single-family development must
adhere to the R-1-D (Single-Family Residential Zone) district development standards.
In accordance with Section 6.3 "Residential Development Standards," of the Specific
Plan, development located in the MR (Medium Density Residential) must comply with
the development standards identified in Table 6-3, 'Residential Development
Standards," which is shown here:
Table 6-3 Residential Development Standards
High Density Maditsn Density Medium Density
Siam ResiWntlal ResWeMial Rest (tl(MDRBtrrfar
(HR) (MR)
The provisions of the The provisions of the
Palm Springs Rd.Large-scale The provisions of the RrrA(g),Garden
zoning Ordnarce Hotel and Multiple- F2.Limited an* ent pre Apartment&Cluster
Family Residential Zone tall aPdy. Residential Zone
Zone shall apply, shall apply.
Exception:
A maximum height of
Building Height 35 feet shall be
pertnitled.
Lot Size Lot size and setback requirements may be reduced for single-family
residential development if it can be demonstrated through the CUP
Setbacks process that the reductions are necessary or desiable,and are not
detrimental to neighboring uses(existing or future pemited).
Single-Farrdy In addition to the above exceptions,the provisions of the R-1-0
Residences single-family residential zone shall apply.
Additional Perlornw"Standards:
Incorporation of a minimum area of the required common open space
Common open at grade,or the level of the fist habitable floor.and designed so that
Space d is easily accessible and of sulricient size to be usable by all
residents.
Architectural Incoporaton of architectural design detail and elements which
Feahaes provide visual character and interest.avoiding tat planar walls and
box-like appearances.
Table 6-3 does permit certain exceptions to the development standards for lot size and
setback requirements for the MR (Medium Density Residential) land use, subject to the
approval of a Conditional Use Permit, Table 6-3 does not identify the applicable
maximum building height. While Table 6-3 allows an exception to height limits in the
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City Council Staff Report
5.1374 SP-A
July 15, 2015—Page 3 of 5
HR (High Density Residential) designation up to a maximum height of 35 feet, no such
exception or maximum limit is identified for the MR land use designation.
The proposed amendment to the Section 14 Specific Plan would clarify that the
maximum permitted height is 24 feet in the MR land use designation by revising Table
6-3 to identify the 24 feet maximum building height, as shown here:
Development Nigh Density Median Density Median Density
Standard Residential Residential Residential Willer
R MR MBR
The provisions of The provisions of The provisions of
the R-4,Large- the R-2,Limited the R-G-A(8).
Palm Spnngs Scale Hotel and Multiple Family Garden Apartment
Zomng Ordinance Multiple-Famity Residential Zone &Cluster
Residential Zone shag apply. Residential Zone
shall apply shall
Exuepbons.
A maximum height I A maximum height
Building Height of 35 feet shall be I of 24 feet shall be
permitted. I permitted
Lot size and setback requirements may be reduced for single-
Lot Sze family residential development if it can be demonstrated
through the CUP process that the reductions are necessary or
Setbacks desirable,and are not detrimental to neighboring uses(existing
or future permitted).
Single-Family In addition to the above exceptions,the provisions of the R-1-D
Residences single-family residential zone shall apply.
Advifronat Performance Standards:
incorporation of a minimum area of the required common open
Common Open space at grade,or the level of the first habitable floor,and
Space designed so that it is easily accessible and of sufficient size to
be usable by all residents.
Architectural Incorporation of architectural design detail and elements which
Features Provide visual character and interest,avoiding flat planar walls
and box-ike appearances.
The proposed revision to Table 6-3 provides a consistent maximum height limit for both
single-family and multi-family development within the MR land use designation, and
provides clarity in the height limit despite the exceptions allowed for setbacks and lot
sizes. The proposed height limit is consistent with the height limit of the R-2 (Limited
Multiple-Family Residential Zone) district.
The MR district is located at the northeast corner of Section 14, and is bounded by Alejo
Road on the north, Sunrise Way on the East, and Andreas Road on the south,
representing a very limited area of 15 acres (less than 3%) of the entire Specific Plan
area. The proposed maximum height is consistent with the multi-family properties to the
east and west of the MR district boundaries, and would be compatible with any
commercial development permitted to the south of the MR district. A single-family
neighborhood is located on the north side of Alejo Road outside of Section 14; the
height limit would have little impact to the neighborhood due to the width of the Alejo
Road right-of-way, which provides a 100-foot separation distance between the
properties in addition to the required setbacks.
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City Council Staff Report
5.1374 SP-A
July 15, 2015—Page 4 of 5
The Tribal Council of the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians reviewed the proposed
amendment at their meeting of June 16, 2015, and has recommended approval of the
amendment to the City Council. A copy of the approval letter is included in the
attachments to this staff report.
FINDINGS — SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT
Palm Springs Zoning Code Chapter 94 does not list specific findings for approval of
amendments to specific plan documents. California Government Code Title 7,
"Planning and Land Use," stipulates that no specific plan shall be adopted or amended
unless the proposed plan or amendment is consistent with the general plan.
The subject area covered by this proposed amendment is designated MDR (Medium
Density Residential) by the City of Palm Springs General Plan. The MDR land use
designation allows for residential development at a density of up to 15.0 dwelling units
per acre, and is described as follows:
"This residential land use category accommodates a range of residential
housing types, including single-family attached, single-family detached,
patio homes, duplexes, townhomes, multiple-family, and mobile home
projects."
The proposed amendment does not impact the maximum permitted density specified by
the general plan, nor does it affect or limit the housing types permitted by the land use
designation. Consequently, the proposed amendment is consistent with the general
plan, and is consistent with the findings required by the California Government Code.
SUMMARY AND RECOMMENDATION
The proposed amendment will clearly define that the maximum permitted height within
the MR district for single- and multifamily developments. The proposed 24-foot height
limit is consistent with the height limit in the R-2 and R-3 zoning districts, and is
consistent with the height of multifamily developments in the immediate vicinity. Based
on these factors, staff recommends approval of the proposed amendment.
ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS
Section 21084 of the California Public Resources Code requires Guidelines for
Implementation of the California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA"). The Guidelines
are required to include a list of classes of projects which have been determined not to
have a significant effect on the environment and which are exempt from the provisions
of CEQA. In response to that mandate, the Secretary for Resources identified classes
of projects that do not have a significant effect on the environment, and are declared to
be categorically exempt from the requirement for the preparation of environmental
documents. In accordance with Section 15305 "Minor Alterations in Land Use
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City Council Staff Report
5.1374 SP-A
July 15, 2015—Page 5 of 5
Limitations," Class 4 projects consist of minor alterations of land use limitations which
do not result in any changes in land use or density. Therefore, in accordance with
Section 15305, staff has determined that the Specific Plan Amendment (5.1374 SP-A) is
considered categorically exempt from CEQA; a Notice of Exemption has been
prepared for filing with the Riverside County Clerk and is included as an attachment to
this report.
NOTIFICATION
A public hearing notice was published in accordance with the requirements of State law
and local ordinance. As of the writing of this report, staff has not received any comment
on the proposed amendment to the Section 14 Specific Plan.
Flinn Fagg, AICP Marcus L. Fuller, MPA, PE, PLS
Director of Planning Services Assistant City Manager/City Engineer
David H. Ready, Esq., P
City Manager
Attachments:
1. Figure 4-1 — Land Use Plan (Section 14 Specific Plan)
2. Draft Resolution
3. Minutes — 5/27/15 Planning Commission Meeting
4. CEQA Notice of Exemption
5. Letter—Tribal Council (dated 06/16/15)
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RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING A
CATEGORICAL EXEMPTION FROM CEQA AND
APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE SECTION 14
SPECIFIC PLAN CLARIFYING A MAXIMUM PERMITTED
HEIGHT OF 24 FEET IN THE MR (MEDIUM DENSITY
RESIDENTIAL) LAND USE DESIGNATION.
WHEREAS, on July 16, 2014, the City Council reviewed and approved the Section 14
Specific Plan Comprehensive Update; and
WHEREAS, through implementation of the Section 14 Specific Plan Comprehensive
Update, it has been determined that Table 6-3 'Residential Development Standards"
does not clearly identify a maximum building height for the MR (Medium Density
Residential) land use designation; and
WHEREAS, the City has initiated an application to amend the Section 14 Specific Plan
Comprehensive Update to revise Table 6-3 to clarify the maximum building height of 24
feet for the MR (Medium Density Residential) land use designation; and
WHEREAS, on May 27, 2015, the Planning Commission recommended approval of the
proposed amendment to the Section 14 Specific Plan Comprehensive Update; and
WHEREAS, on June 16, 2015, the Tribal Council of the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla
Indians recommended approval of the proposed amendment to the Section 14 Specific
Plan Comprehensive Update.
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS FINDS:
A. The proposed specific plan amendment (Case 5.1374 SP-A) is Categorically
Exempt from the provisions of CEQA under Section 15305 — Minor Alterations in Land
Use Limitations of the Guidelines for the California Environmental Quality Act because
the proposed amendment does not propose any changes to land use or density.
B. The City Council hereby finds that adoption of the proposed Specific Plan
Amendment would:
1. Clarify that the maximum permitted height is 24 feet in the MR (Medium
Density Residential) land use designation.
2. Provide a consistent height limit of 24 feet in the MR (Medium Density
Residential) land use designation for all development types.
3. Provide a buffer between higher-intensity land uses within Section 14 and
lower-intensity residential and commercial uses adjacent to the Section 14
Specific Plan area boundaries.
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Resolution No.
Page 2
C. The adoption of the proposed Specific Plan Amendment would be consistent with
the intent of the Section 14 Specific Plan and the City's General Plan as it establishes
consistent development standards for medium-density residential uses and provides a
compatible transition to surrounding development and land uses.
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS RESOLVES:
SECTION 1. Table 6-3 of the Section 14 Specific Plan, "Residential
Development Standards," shall be amended as follows:
Development High Density Medium Density Medium Density
Standard Residential Residential Residential Buffer
HR MR MBR
The provisions of The provisions of The provisions of
the R-4, Large- the R-2, Limited the R-G-A(8),
Palm Springs Scale Hotel and Multiple Family Garden Apartment
Zoning Ordinance Multiple-Family Residential Zone & Cluster
Residential Zone shall apply. Residential Zone
shall apply. shall apply.
Exceptions:
A maximum height A maximum height
Building Height of 35 feet shall be of 24 feet shall be
permitted. permitted.
Lot size and setback requirements may be reduced for single-
Lot Size family residential development if it can be demonstrated
through the CUP process that the reductions are necessary or
Setbacks desirable, and are not detrimental to neighboring uses (existing
or future permitted).
Single-Family In addition to the above exceptions, the provisions of the R-1-D
Residences single-family residential zone shall apply.
Additional Performance Standards:
Incorporation of a minimum area of the required common open
Common Open space at grade, or the level of the first habitable floor, and
Space designed so that it is easily accessible and of sufficient size to
be usable by all residents.
Architectural Incorporation of architectural design detail and elements which
Features provide visual character and interest, avoiding flat planar walls
and box-like appearances.
SECTION 2. The City Council hereby adopts the Categorical Exemption from
CEQA and approves the amendment to the Section 14 Specific Plan.
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Resolution No.
Page 3
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this 15th day of July, 2015.
DAVID H. READY, CITY MANAGER
ATTEST:
JAMES THOMPSON, CITY CLERK
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. 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 July 15, 2015, by the
following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
JAMES THOMPSON, CITY CLERK
City of Palm Springs, California
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Planning Commission Minutes
May 27, 2015
2A. JONATHAN WASSER ON BEHALF OF PLAZA INDIAN AVENUE kCATR
R A
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT AMENDMENT TO ALLOW
ENTENTERTAINMENT, ADD A DANCE FLOOR AND MODFIY THEOF
OPERATION FOR AN EXISTING COCKTAIL LOUNGE (CHILL B AT
212 AND 216 SOUTH INDIAN CANYON DRIVE, ZONED Y SECTION 14
SPECIFIC PLAN (CASE 6.1320 CUP) (DN)
Planning Director Fagg reported that staff is re mg a continuance to June 10, 2015
to allow for additional notification.
ACTION: Continue to a date ce of June 10, 2015.
Motion: Vice-Chair o, seconded by Commissioner Calerdine and unanimously
carried on a roll ote.
AYE ommissioner Calerdine, Commissioner Lowe, Commissioner Middleton,
missioner Roberts, Commissioner Weremiuk, Vice-Chair Klatchkc, Chair Hudson
2B. CITY OF PALM SPRINGS FOR A SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT TO AMEND
THE SECTION 14 SPECIFIC PLAN TO CLARIFY THE MAXIMUM PERMITTED
HEIGHT FOR THE MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL (MR) LAND USE
DESIGNATION (CASE 5.1374 SP-A). (FF)
Planning Director Fagg presented the proposed request to amend the Section 14
Specific Plan in reference to a maximum height limit of 24 feet for medium density
residential zoning districts.
Chair Hudson opened the public hearing and with no speakers coming forward the
public hearing was closed.
ACTION: To recommend approval to the City Council.
Motion: Commissioner Calerdine, seconded by Commissioner Lowe and unanimously
carried on a roll call vote.
AYES: Commissioner Calerdine, Commissioner Lowe, Commissioner Middleton,
Commissioner Roberts, Commissioner Weremiuk, Vice-Chair Klatchko, Chair Hudson
2C. CITY OF PALM SPRINGS FOR A REQUEST TO INGS
ZONING CODE (PSZC) 93 RDING REAL ESTATE SIGNS
AND SIGNS (CASE 5.1338 ZTA). (FF)
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Print Form
Notice of Exemption Appendix E
To: Office of Planning and Research From:(Public Agency):
City of Palm Springs
P.O.Box 3044, Room 113 3200 E.Tahquit2 Canyon Way
Sacramento,CA 95812-3044
Palm Springs, CA 92262
County Clerk -- -
County of: Riverside (Address)
P.O.Box 751
Riverside, CA 92502-0751
Project Title: Section 14 Specific Plan Amendment
Project Applicant: City of Palm Springs
Project Location-Specific:
Section 14
Project Location -City: Palm Springs Project Location -County: Riverside
Description of Nature, Purpose and Beneficiaries of Project:
The project is an amendment to an approved specific plan,and Is intended to clearly establish the maximum
permitted height within the MDR(Medium Density Residential)land use designation.
Name of Public Agency Approving Project:City of Palm Springs
Name of Person or Agency Carrying Out Project:City of Palm Springs
Exempt Status: (check one):
❑ Ministerial(Sec.2108o(b)(1); 15268);
❑ Declared Emergency(Sec.21080(b)(3);15269(a));
❑ Emergency Project(Sec. 21080(b)(4); 15269(b)(c)): 15305 -Minor Alterations in Land Use
0 Categorical Exemption. State type and section number:
❑ Statutory Exemptions.State code number:
Reasons why project is exempt:
The amendment does not propose any changes to permitted land uses or density.
Lead Agency Flinn Fagg (760)323 82fi9
Contact Person: Area Codelfelephone/Extension:
It flied by applicant:
1.Attach certified document of exemption finding.
2.Has a Notice of Exem i.on beffn filed by the public agency approving the project?, ❑Yes ❑ No
Signature: Date: 6/14/15 Title: Director
®Signed by Lead Agency O Signed by Applicant
Aulbodly oiled:Sections 21M and 21110,Public Resources Code. Date Received Ior filing at OPR'
Reference:Sections 21108,21152,and 2115ZI,Public Resources Code.
Revised 2011
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AGUA CALIENTE BAND OF CAHUILLA INDIW
+.I.. PLANNINC & DEVELOPMENT
June 16, 2015
HAND DELIVERED
Mayor Steve Pougnet and City Council
CITY OF PALM SPRINGS
3200 Tahquitz Canyon Way
Palm Springs, California 92262
RE: Case No. 5.1374 SP-A— Section 14 Specific Plan Amendment to Clarify the
Maximum Permitted Height for the Medium Density Residential Land Use
Designation
Dear Mayor and City Council,
The Tribal Council of the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians reviewed the above
referenced Amendment at its meeting of June 16, 2015, and recommends approval of
the Amendment to the City Council.
Please contact me should you have any questions at 760-883-1326.
Very truly yours,
Margaret E. Park, AICP
Director of Planning & Natural Resources -Y
AGUA CALIENTE BAND
OF CAHUILLA INDIANS
MP/dm --
C: Tribal Council
Tom Davis, Chief Planning & Development Officer
Flinn Fagg, Director of Planning Services, City of Palm Springs
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CITY OF PALM SPRINGS
PUBLIC NOTIFICATION
Date: July 15, 2015
Subject: Case 5.1374 SP-A
Section 14, Bldg Height
AFFIDAVIT OF PUBLICATION
I, Kathie Hart, MMC, Chief Deputy City Clerk, of the City of Palm Springs, California, do
hereby certify that a copy of the attached Notice of Public Hearing was published in the
Desert Sun on July 1 , 2015.
1 declare under penalty of perjury that the foregoing is true and correct.
1L"It5a-9
Kathie Hart, MMC
Chief Deputy City Clerk
AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING
I, Kathie Hart, MMC, Chief Deputy City Clerk, of the City of Palm Springs, California, do
hereby certify that a copy of the attached Notice of Public Hearing was posted at City Hall,
3200 E. Tahquitz Canyon Drive, on the exterior legal notice posting board, and in the Office
of the City Clerk on July 1, 2015.
1 declare under penalty of perjury that the foregoing is true and correct.
I
L4az
Kathie Hart, MMC
Chief Deputy City Clerk
AFFIDAVIT OF MAILING
I, Kathie Hart, MMC, Chief Deputy City Clerk, of the City of Palm Springs, California, do
hereby certify that a copy of the attached Notice of Public Hearing was mailed to each and
every person on the attached list on July 1, 2015, in a sealed envelope, with postage
prepaid, and depositing same in the U.S. Mail at Palm Springs, California.
(6 notices)
I declare under penalty of perjury that the foregoing is true and correct.
LL��M�
Kathie Hart, MMC
Chief Deputy City Clerk
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av` The Desert Sun Certificate of Publication
750 N Gene Autry Trail RECEIVED
Palm Springs, CA92262 C R PALM
760-778-4578/Fax 7607h-47sf
2015 JUL -9 AM 8139
J illi T H OMP S L ra .. NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
State Of California ss:
CITY CLERK CITY COUNCIL
County of Riverside CITY OF PALM SPRINGS
CASE 5.1374 SP-A
Advertiser: APPLICATION BY THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS
FOR A SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT TO AMEND
THE SECTION 14
CITY OF PALM SPRINGS/LEGALS SPECIFIC PLAN TO CLARIFY THE MAXIMUM
PO BOX 2743 PERMITTED HEIGHT FOR THE MEDIUM DENSITY
PALM SPRINGS CA 922632 RESIDENTIAL(MR)LAND USE DESIGNATION
NOTICE IS HEREBY OVEN that the City Council of
the City of Palm Springs, California,will hold a public 'I
hearing at its meeting of July 15, 2015. The City ,
2000737520 Council meeting begins at 6:00 p.m. in the Council
Chamber at Ciy Hall,3200 East Tehquitz Canyon Way,
Palm Springs.
PurposeThe Is to consider Case 6.1374
SP--A, anapplication by the City of Palm Springs,to
amend the Section 14 Specific Plan to clarify that them
I am over the age of 18 years old, a citizen of the United maximum permitted height for the Medium Density
States and not a party to, or have interest in this matter. I Residential(MR)land use designation is 24 fast.
hereby certify that the attached advertisement appeared ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION: The City of
in said newspaper (set in Type not smaller than non panel) .Palm Springs, In its capacity as the Lead.Agency,
in each and entire issue of said newspaper and not in any under the Californla Environmental Quality,Act(CEQA)
supplement thereof on the following dates,to wit: has determined that the proposed specific plan
amendment is Categorically Exempt under Section
Newspaper: The Desert sun 15305 (Minor Alterations in Larid Use Limitations) of
the Guidelines for the California Environmental Quality
Act since the proposed amendment only clarifies
7/4/2015 existing standards and does not Propose any changes
to the land use designations,development standards,
or permitted density.
REVIEW OF INFORMATION- The s>�
and
other supporting ��r are
available for public review at City Hell between the
hours of 8:0o a.m. and 6:00 p.m., Monday through
I acknowledge that I am a principal clerk of the printer of Thursday:Please contact the Office of the City Clerk
The Desert Sun, printed and published weekly in the City at (760) 323-8204 I you would like to schedule an
of Palm Springs, County of Riverside, State of California. appointment to review these documents.
The Desert Sun was adjudicated a newspaper of general COMMENTS: Response to this notice may be made
circulation on March 24, 1988 by the Superior Court of the verbally at the Public Hearing and/or In writing before
County of Riverside, State of Califomia Case No. the hearing. Written comments may be made to the
191236. City Council by letter(for mail or hand delivery)to:
James Thompson,City Clerk
I declare under penalty of perjury that the foregoing is true 3200 E.Tahqultz Canyon Way
Palm Springs,CA 92262
and corre ec tad on this 4ih day of July, 2015 in act in court may
Any challenge of the Proposedprom
Palm Sp ngs, omia. be limited to raising only those Issues raised at the
Public hearing described in this notice, or in written
correspondence delivered to the City Clerk at,or prior
to, the .public hearing. (Government Code Section
650091bIF4.
An,opportunity will be given at said hearing all
net a interested persona to be heard. Questions regarding
e arant's Si
g this case may be directed to Flinn Fagg, Director of
Planning Services,at(760)323-8245.
1 Si neceska ayuda con esta Carta,por favor flame Is Ciudad de Palm Springs Y Puede habfar con Felipe
Primate telefono(760)323-8253.
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1 ,�; James Thompson.City Clark
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF PALM SPRINGS
CASE 5.1374 SP-A
APPLICATION BY THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS
FOR A SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT TO AMEND THE SECTION 14
SPECIFIC PLAN TO CLARIFY THE MAXIMUM PERMITTED HEIGHT FOR THE
MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL (MR) LAND USE DESIGNATION
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of Palm Springs, California, will
hold a public hearing at its meeting of July 15, 2015. The City Council meeting begins at
6:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber at City Hall, 3200 East Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs.
The purpose of the hearing is to consider Case 5.1374 SP-A, an application by the City of
Palm Springs, to amend the Section 14 Specific Plan to clarify that the maximum permitted
height for the Medium Density Residential (MR) land use designation is 24 feet.
ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION: The City of Palm Springs, in its capacity as the Lead
Agency, under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) has determined that the
proposed specific plan amendment is Categorically Exempt under Section 15305 (Minor
Alterations in Land Use Limitations) of the Guidelines for the California Environmental Quality
Act since the proposed amendment only clarifies existing standards and does not propose any
changes to the land use designations, development standards, or permitted density.
REVIEW OF INFORMATION: The staff report and other supporting documents regarding this
matter are available for public review at City Hall between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and
6:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday. Please contact the Office of the City Clerk at
(760) 323-8204 if you would like to schedule an appointment to review these documents.
COMMENTS: Response to this notice may be made verbally at the Public Hearing and/or in
writing before the hearing. Written comments may be made to the City Council by letter (for
mail or hand delivery) to:
James Thompson, City Clerk
3200 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way
Palm Springs, CA 92262
Any challenge of the proposed project in court may be limited to raising only those issues
raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to
the City Clerk at, or prior to, the public hearing. (Government Code Section 65009[b][21).
An opportunity will be given at said hearing for all interested persons to be heard. Questions
regarding this case may be directed to Flinn Fagg, Director of Planning Services, at
(760) 323-8245.
Si necesita ayuda con esta carta, por favor Ilame a la Ciudad de Palm Springs y puede hablar
con Felipe Primera telefono (760) 323-8253.
�jJames Thompson, City Clerk
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CITY OF PALM SPRINGS
- PLANNING SERVICES DEPARTMENT
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PO BOX 2743
PALM SPRINGS, CA 92263-2743
MS PATRICIA GARCIA
MS MARGARET PARK, DIRECTOR TRIBAL HISTORIC PRESERVATION
4GU�CALIENYE BAND OF CAHUIU-A AGUA CALIENTE BAND OF CAHUILLA OFFICER
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PLANNING&DEVELOPMENT DEPT. INDIANS
5401 DINAH SHORE DRIVE 5401 DINAH SHORE DRIVE
PALM SPRINGS, CA 92264 PALM SPRINGS,CA 92264
SOBOBA BAND OF LUISENO INDIANS
ATTN:JOSEPH ONTIVEROS MR FRANK TYSEN
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a_ -_ P.O. BOX 487 PALM SPRINGS, CA 92262
SAN JACINTO, CA 92581
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Attn: James Thompson, City Clerk
City of Palm Springs
Planning Commission EST.JUNE 19,1883
3200 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way
Palm Springs, CA 92262
Re: Case 5. 1374 SP-A, Specific Plan Amendment to Amend the Section 14 Specific
Plan to Clarify the Maximum Permitted Height for the Medium Density Residential
Land Use Designation
The Soboba Band of Luisefio Indians appreciates your observance of Tribal Cultural
Resources and their preservation in your project. The information provided to us on said
project(s)has been assessed through our Cultural Resource Department, where it was
concluded that although it is outside the existing reservation, the project area does fall
within the bounds of our Tribal Traditional Use Areas. At this time the Soboba Band
does not have any specific concerns regarding known cultural resources in the specified
areas that the project encompasses,but does request that the appropriate consultation
continue to take place between the tribes,project proponents, and government agencies.
Also, working in and around traditional use areas intensifies the possibility of
encountering cultural resources during any future construction/excavation phases that
may take place. For this reason the Soboba Band of Luisefio Indians requests that
approved Native American Monitor(s)be present during any future ground disturbing
proceedings, including surveys and archaeological testing, associated with this project.
The Soboba Band recommends that you contact the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla
Indians and other tribes that are closer to the project area. In the event that future
monitoring does become necessary and a monitor from the Agua Caliente Band of
Cahuilla Indians is not able to be retained, cultural monitors from the Soboba Band of
Luisefio Indians will be available.
Z
tiveros
esource Director
Soboba Band of Luisefio Indians
P.O. Box 487
San Jacinto, CA 92581
Phone (951) 654-5544 ext. 4137
Cell (951) 663-5279
i onti vcros Casoboba-nsn.gov
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Attn: James Thompson, City Clerk K
City of Palm Springs
3200 East Tahquitz Canyon Way EST.JUNE 19,1883
Palm Springs, CA 92262
Re: Case 5.1374 SP-A,Application by the City of Palm Springs for a Specific Plan
Amendment to Amend the Section 14 Specific Plan to Clarify the Maximum Permitted
Height for the Medium Density Residential (MR) Land Use Designation
The Soboba Band of Luiseno Indians appreciates your observance of Tribal Cultural Resources
and their preservation in your project. The information provided to us on said project(s)has been
assessed through our Cultural Resource Department,where it was concluded that although it is
outside the existing reservation,the project area does fall within the bounds of our Tribal
Traditional Use Areas. At this time the Soboba Band does not have any specific concerns
regarding known cultural resources in the specified areas that the project encompasses, but does
request that the appropriate consultation continue to take place between the tribes, project
proponents, and government agencies.
Also, working in and around traditional use areas intensifies the possibility of encountering
cultural resources during any future construction/excavation phases that may take place. For this
reason the Soboba Band of Luiseno Indians requests that approved Native American Monitor(s)
be present during any future ground disturbing proceedings, including surveys and archaeological
testing, associated with this project. The Soboba Band recommends that you contact the Agua
Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians and other tribes that are closer to the project area. In the
event that future monitoring does become necessary and a monitor from the Agua Caliente
Band of Cahuilla Indians is not able to be retained,cultural monitors from the Soboba Band of
Luiseno Indians will be available.
Sincerely,
Joseph Ontiveros
Cultural Resource Director
Soboba Band of Luiseno Indians
P.O. Box 487
San Jacinto, CA 92581
Phone(951)654-5544 ext. 4137
Cell(951)663-5279
jontiverosasoboba-nsn.gov