HomeMy WebLinkAbout23741 RESOLUTION NO. 23741
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING
PRELIMINARY PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT 373,
MAJOR ARCHITECTURAL APPLICATION 3.3730 MAJ,
AND TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 36737 FOR A FIVE (5) LOT
SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL SUBDIVISION AND CEQA
NOTICE OF EXEMPTION AT 199 WEST VIA OLIVERA,
ZONE R-2, SECTION 3 (CASE 5.1348/TTM 36737/PDD
373/3.3730 MAJ).
WHEREAS, Via Olivera, LLC (the "Applicant') has filed an application with the
City pursuant to Section 94.03.00 (E) of the Palm Springs Zoning Code, for the
establishment and development of Planned Development District 373; and
WHEREAS, Via Olivera, LLC (the "Applicant') has filed an application with the
City pursuant to Section 9.62.010 of the Palm Springs Municipal Code, for Tentative
Tract Map 36737; and
WHEREAS, on September 4, 2014, the Architectural Advisory Committee
reviewed the application and recommend approval to the Planning Commission with
three recommendations; and
1. Combine side yards and site houses on property lines.
2. Revise landscape plan.
3. Omit gazebo.
WHEREAS, notice of a public hearing of the Planning Commission of the City of
Palm Springs to consider Case Nos. 5.1348 PD 373 and TTM 36737, was given in
accordance with applicable law; and
WHEREAS, on November 11, 2014, a public hearing on the applications was
held by the Planning Commission in accordance with applicable law, and the
Commission adopted Resolution No. 6446; unanimously approving and
recommending approval of Case Nos. 5.1348 PD 373 and TTM 36737 with the
following conditions; and
1. Public benefit of solar to equal '/4 to % of estimated annual use.
2. Revise landscape plan for front yards — consider trees to provide shade and
wind.
WHEREAS, notice of public hearing of the City Council of the City of Palm
Springs to consider Case Nos. 5.1348 PD 373 and TTM 36737, was given in
accordance with applicable law; and
WHEREAS, on January 7, 2015, a public hearing on the application for the
project was held by the City Council in accordance with applicable law; and
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WHEREAS, pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
Guidelines, the project has been determined to be a project subject to environmental
analysis under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA); and
WHEREAS, Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act, the project was
reviewed by staff, and determined to be exempt under Section 15332, Infill
Development. A Notice of Exemption is proposed for the project; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 66412.3 of the Subdivision Map Act, the City
Council has considered the effect of the proposed project on the housing needs of
the region, and has balanced these needs against the public service needs of
residents and available fiscal and environmental resources; and
WHEREAS, the City Council makes the finding that the project public benefit will
achieve the City's sustainability goals identified through the use of active solar
features, water conservation techniques, and land use transition; and
WHEREAS, the project will bring additional residents, visitors and activities to the
community that will potentially impact the needs for public safety services beyond
the City's ability to provide such services; and because such services, including
police protection, criminal justice, fire protection and suppression, ambulance,
paramedic and other safety services, and recreation, library, cultural services are
near capacity, the City has established a Community Facilities District to which this
project shall be annexed, subject to conditions of approval; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has carefully reviewed and considered all of the
evidence presented in connection with the meeting 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 the California Environmental Quality Act, the project
was reviewed by staff, and determined to be exempt under Section 15332, Infill
Development. A Notice of Exemption is proposed for the project; and
SECTION 2. Pursuant to Section 94.02.00 Conditional Use Permit applies to
Planned Developments. The project as it relates to these findings is found below:
a. That the use applied for at the location set forth in the application is
property one for which a conditional use permit is authorized by this Zoning
Code;
The proposed project is currently zoned R-2 Medium Density Residential which
permits single-family residential built to the R-1-A zone standards. A Planned
Development District allows deviations from the strict interpretation of the zoning
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code. Section 94.02.00 specifically allows such action; therefore, the use applied
for at the subject location is one for which is authorized by the Zoning Code.
b. That the use is necessary or desirable for the development of the
community, is in harmony with the various elements or objectives of the general
plan, and is not detrimental to existing uses or to future uses specifically
permitted in the zone in which the proposed use is to be located;
The proposed use is a five lot single-family residential community with small lots
ranging in size from 4,471 to 5,094-square feet in lot sizes. Each lot will
accommodate a two-story residence with garages and private yards. Other
similar size projects have been approved in the City and proven successful with
completion of build out. Therefore, the use is desirable for the development of
the community.
The project will consist of two-story single-family residential on vacant land which
will be rezoned to PD-373. No other uses are permitted within this zone. Should
alternate uses be proposed, an amendment to the PD would be required.
Consequently, the use is not detrimental to the existing uses or to future uses
specifically permitted in the zone (PD-373).
C. That the site for the intended use is adequate in size and shape to
accommodate such use, including yards, setbacks, walls or fences, landscaping
and other features required in order to adjust such use to those existing or
permitted future uses of land in the neighborhood,
The subject property is approximately 23,039-square foot in size and will be
subdivided to accommodate 5 residential lots fronting along W. Via Olivera Road.
The PDD will establish all development standards for each residential parcel to
accommodate a two-story residence and private yard area.
The development will be two-stories in height similar to residential projects along
North Indian Canyon Drive. Therefore, the site for the intended residences is
adequate in size and shape to adjust such use to those existing and future
permitted uses of land in the neighborhood.
d. That the site for the proposed use relates to streets and highways property
designed and improved to carry the type and quantity of traffic to be generated
by the proposed use,
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The project site is located a half block from North Indian Canyon Road which is
defined as a Major Thoroughfare road by the General Plan Circulation Element.
This street is a four-lane road designed to carry large volumes of traffic and
moderate speeds. The proposed project fronts West via Olivera which is
considered a Collector and is designed as a two way street carrying local traffic.
Thus, the adjacent street network is properly designed and improved to carry the
type of traffic expected for a 5-lot single-family subdivision.
e. That the conditions to be imposed and shown on the approved site plan
are deemed necessary to protect the public health, safety and general welfare
and may include minor modification of the zone's property development
standards.
The project was evaluated under the California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA) to determine if any environmental impacts would occur as a result of this
project. The project was reviewed by staff, and determined to be exempt under
Section 15332, Infill Development. An In-Fill development is characterized as
developments consistent with the General Plan; sites less than 5-acres
substantially surrounded by urban uses; no habitat for endangered or threatened
species; site is adequately served by required utilities.
SECTION 3. Architectural Review. Pursuant to Section 94.04.00 "Architectural
Review" of the Zoning Code, the proposed project is evaluated against the review
guidelines listed in subsection (D) as follows:
1. Site layout, orientation, location of structures and relationship to
one another and to open spaces and topography. Definition of pedestrian and
vehicular areas; i.e., sidewalks as distinct from parking lot areas,-
The proposed 5-lot subdivision will provide individual yard spaces for each
unit. New sidewalks will be added to the front and side of the development
providing good pedestrian access with 25 foot long driveways for extra off-street
parking.
2. Harmonious relationship with existing and proposed adjoining
developments and in the context of the immediate neighborhood/community,
avoiding both excessive variety and monotonous repetition, but allowing similarity
of style, if warranted,
Surrounding parcels are zoned R-2 allowing for multi-family residences. The
proposed development of single-family detached homes at a higher density is
only permitted through the Planned Development District process. Alternating
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building elevations with different front facades and materials will provide a varied
streetscape.
3. Maximum height, area, setbacks and overall mass, as well as parts
of any structure (buildings, walls, screens, towers or signs) and effective
concealment of all mechanical equipment;
The proposal is seeking deviations to development standards as shown in the
zoning analysis above.
4. Building design, materials and colors to be sympathetic with desert
surroundings;
Conceptual building designs have been provided and appear well composed.
Final building materials and colors will be evaluated during the Final
Development Plan review.
5. Harmony of materials, colors and composition of those elements of
a structure, including overhangs, roofs, and substructures which are visible
simultaneously;
Each building type will be utilizing two different color schemes including wood
and stone elements. Building overhangs are shown over windows and balconies
for solar control and enhance building appearance. Further analysis will be
completed when the Final PDD is submitted.
6. Consistency of composition and treatment,
Proposed building elevations include a variety of building materials and shapes
that are crafted to create a unique contemporary design.
7. Location and type of planting, with regard for desert climate
conditions. Preservation of specimen and landmark trees upon a site, with proper
irrigation to insure maintenance of all plant materials;
Landscape plan includes a mix of shade trees, palms, shrubs and ground cover.
SECTION 4. Planned Development District. Pursuant to Section 94.03.00 (E)
"Planned Development Districts" of the Zoning Code, a Planned Development District
(PDD) may be established in accordance with the procedures required by Section
94.07.00. The proposed project is evaluated against the findings as follows:
a. The proposed planned development is consistent and in conformity with
the general plan pursuant to Sections 94.02.00 (A)(4) of the Palm Springs
Zoning Code.
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The proposed planned development is consistent with the goals and objectives of
the General Plan and the Mixed Use / Multi Use designation. The project will
bring revitalization to a parcel that has been vacant for decades. Additionally, the
proposed development is compatible with the character of the neighborhood and
surrounding development.
b. The subject property is suitable for the uses permitted in the proposed
planned development district, in terns of access, size of parcel,
relationship to similar or related uses, and other relevant considerations.
The project site is relatively flat and can accommodate building pads, internal
streets, and drainage. Access to each new home will be from an improved street
with a 23-foot long driveway. The residential lots range in size from 4,471-
square feet and one corner lot of 5,094-squre feet which is similar to other zero
lot line developments in the City. The site layout will allow the maximizing of
view corridors for the project and its surroundings. New sidewalks, curbs and
gutters will be installed along West Via Olivera as well as a portion of Zanjaro
Road.
C. The proposed establishment of the planned development district is
necessary and proper, and is not likely to be detrimental to adjacent
property or residents.
The proposed establishment of the Planned Development District is necessary to
provide an updated design concept similar to the existing developments within
the City. The proposed district will not be detrimental to adjacent properties or
residents but will enhance the already established neighborhood by allowing a
long vacant parcel to develop into new residential housing. Furthermore, the
Planned Development District will modify height and setback requirements in a
manner that will not be detrimental to the existing land uses in the immediate
vicinity.
SECTION 5. Tentative Tract Map. The findings required for the proposed
Tentative Map are pursuant to Section 66474 of the California Subdivision Map Act. The
project is evaluated against these findings as follows:
a. That the proposed Tentative Tract Map is consistent with all applicable general
and specific plans.
The TTM proposes a five (5) lot single-family residential development with access
to an existing improved street. The proposed residential development meets the
maximum allowed residential density of 30 dwelling units per acre with the
enactment of a Planned Development District. The PDD will allow for the
implementation of development standards that are customized to the proposed
development. No specific plans are associated with the subject property. The
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proposed map is consistent with the applicable general plan, and this finding has
been met.
b. The design and improvements of the proposed Tentative Tract Map are
consistent with the zone in which the property is located.
The proposed single-family development is not consistent with the R-2 zone in
which the property is located. However, the PDD proposes a set of development
standards and design details with smaller setbacks than would otherwise be
required by the underlying zone. The overall density is less than the maximum
allowable with a PDD for the zone and the average lot size is smaller than
required by the zone. Improvements proposed include single family homes which
are permitted relative to the R-1-A standards. The applicant seeks approval of a
PDD permitting single family uses. With the approval of the PDD, the project will
be consistent with this finding.
c. The site is physically suited for this type of development.
A subject parcel is a flat vacant lot with existing native vegetation which can be
graded to accommodate construction of single-family residences. Site
modifications include the placement of a new curb, gutter and sidewalk along W.
Via Olivera; and half street improvements for Zanjaro Road on the East side of
the new development. The site is physically suited for this type of development
and the finding has been met.
d. The site is physically suited for the proposed density of development.
The proposed project of five (5) single-family residential lots ranging in size from
4,471-square feet and one corner lot of 5,094-squre feet equaling 28 du/ac is
consistent with the allowable density under the General Plan with the approval of a
Planned Development District. The site abuts improved public streets with existing
utilities and right-of-way widths that are projected in the City's 2007 General Plan
update to operate at normal levels of service (LOS).
e. The design of the subdivision is not likely to cause environmental damage or
substantially and avoidably injure fish, wildlife, or their habitats.
The Tentative Tract Map has been reviewed under the California Environmental
Quality Act, and subsequent to Section 15332, Infill Development. The proposed
subdivision is consistent with the General Plan with the approval of a PDD. The site
is a flat lot with an average slope less than 20% and does not include any natural
habitat. The project will therefore not damage or injure fish, wildlife or their habitats.
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f. The design of the subdivision or type of improvements is not likely to cause
serious public health problems.
The design of the proposed subdivision includes connections to all public
utilities including water and sewer systems. The private driveways from an
improved street will provide access to the individual homes.
g. The design of the subdivision or type of improvements will not conflict with
easements, acquired by the public at large, for access through or use of the
property within the proposed subdivision.
There are no known public easements across the subject property; therefore the
design of the subdivision will not conflict with easements for access through or use
of the property. Any utility easements can be accommodated within the project
design.
SECTION 6. Public Benefit. the City Council finds that the project Public Benefit
will achieve the City's sustainability goals identified through the use of active solar
features, water conservation techniques, and land use transition. Sustainability features
of the project to include the placement of solar panels on all building roofs with the
ability to generate '/4 to '/2 of the expected energy used by each unit; the use of water
efficient landscaping to reduce water use and provide shading; and provide an
appropriate land use transition from commercial uses to the East to lower density
residential uses to the west.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that, based upon the foregoing, the City
Council approves Planned Development District 373 and the project architecture and
approves Case Number 5.1348, PD-373 and Tentative Tract Map 36737.
ADOPTED THIS 7T" DAY OF JANUARY, 2015.
DAVID H. READY, MANAGER
ATTEST:
MES 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. 23741 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 the 7th day of January, 2015,
by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmember Foat, Councilmember Hutcheson, Councilmember Mills,
Mayor Pro Tern Lewin, and Mayor Pougnet.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
ES THOMPSON, CITY CLERK
ity of Palm Springs, California
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RESOLUTION NO. 23741
EXHIBIT A
Cases 5.1348 PD 373; 3,3730 MAJ; TTM 36737
199 West Via Olivera
January 7, 2015
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
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 Director of
Building and Safety, 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 CONDITIONS
ADM 1. Project Description. This approval is for the project described per Case
5.1348 PD 373; 3.3730 MAJ; TTM 36737: except as modified with the
approved Mitigation Monitoring Program and the conditions below;
ADM 2. Reference Documents. The site shall be developed and maintained in
accordance with the approved plans, date stamped October 15, 2014,
including site plans, architectural elevations, exterior materials and colors,
landscaping, and grading on file in the Planning Division except as modified
by the approved Mitigation Measures and conditions below.
ADM 3. Conform to all Codes and Regulations. The project shall conform to the
conditions contained herein, all applicable regulations of the Palm Springs
Zoning Ordinance, Municipal Code, and any other City County, State and
Federal Codes, ordinances, resolutions and laws that may apply.
ADM 4. Minor Deviations. The Director of Planning or designee may approve minor
deviations to the project description and approved plans in accordance with
the provisions of the Palm Springs Zoning Code.
ADM 5. Tentative Tract Map. This approval is for Tentative Tract Map 36737 located
at 199 West Via Olivera, date stamped October 9, 2014. This approval is
subject to all applicable regulations of the Subdivision Map Act, the Palm
Springs Municipal Code, and any other applicable City Codes, ordinances
and resolutions.
Resolution 23741 — Exhibit A
Conditions of Approval
Cases 5.1348 PDD 373; 3.3730 MAJ; TTM 36737
Page 2
ADM 6. Indemnification. 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 5.1448 PD 373. 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.
ADM 7. Maintenance and Repair. The property owner(s) and successors and
assignees in interest shall maintain and repair the improvements including
and without limitation all structures, sidewalks, bikeways, 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.
ADM 8. Time Limit on Approval. Approval of the (Planned Development District
(PDD) Tentative Tract Map (TTM) and Major Architectural Applications (MAJ)
shall be valid for a period of two (2) years from the effective date of the
approval. Extensions of time may be granted by the Planning Commission
upon demonstration of good cause.
Extensions of time may be approved pursuant to Code Section 9.63.110.
Such extension shall be required in writing and received prior to the expiration
of the original approval
ADM 9. Right to Appeal. Decisions of an administrative officer or agency of the City
of Palm Springs may be appealed in accordance with Municipal Code
Chapter 2.05.00. Permits will not be issued until the appeal period has
concluded.
Resolution 23741 — Exhibit A
Conditions of Approval
Cases 5.1348 PDD 373; 3.3730 MAJ. TTM 36737
Page 3
ADM 10. Public Art Fees. 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 1/2% 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.
ADM 11. Park Development Fees. The developer shall dedicate land or pay a fee in
lieu of a dedication, at the option of the City. The in-lieu fee shall be
computed pursuant to Ordinance No. 1632, Section IV, by multiplying the
area of park to be dedicated by the fair market value of the land being
developed plus the cost to acquire and improve the property plus the fair
share contribution, less any credit given by the City, as may be reasonably
determined by the City based upon the formula contained in Ordinance No.
1632. In accordance with the Ordinance, the following areas or features shall
not be eligible for private park credit: golf courses, yards, court areas,
setbacks, development edges, slopes in hillside areas (unless the area
includes a public trail) landscaped development entries, meandering
streams, land held as open space for wildlife habitat, flood retention facilities
and circulation improvements such as bicycle, hiking and equestrian trails
(unless such systems are directly linked to the City's community-wide system
and shown on the City's master plan).
ADM 12. Community Facilities District: Prior to recordation of the final map or, at the
City's option, prior to issuance of certificate of occupancy, the developer
agree to support formation of or annexation into a Community Facilities
District (CFD) to include the project site. Developer further agrees to waive
any right of protest or contest such formation or annexation, provided that the
amount of any assessment for any single family dwelling unit (or the
equivalency thereof when applied to multiple family, commercial or industrial)
as established through appropriate study shall not exceed $500 annually per
dwelling unit or dwelling unit equivalency unit, subject to an annual consumer
price index escalator. Prior to sale of any lots, or prior to the issuance of any
certificate of occupancy, or prior to any approval of the Building Official that
will allow the premises to be occupied, the CFD shall be formed, the
annexation thereto shall occur, or at the option of the City Manager and
Building Official, a covenant agreement may be recorded against any affected
parcel(s) with the project, evidencing the Owner's binding consent, approval,
and waiver of rights as provided in this condition of approval.
Resolution 23741 — Exhibit A
Conditions of Approval
Cases 5.1348 PDD 373; 3.3730 MAJ; TTM 36737
Page 4
ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT CONDITIONS
ENV 1. Coachella Valley Multiple-Species Habitat Conservation Plan (CVMSHCP)
Local Development Mitigation Fee (LDMF) required. All projects within the
City of Palm Springs, not within the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians
reservation are subject to payment of the CVMSHCP LDMF prior to the
issuance of certificate of occupancy.
ENV 2. Notice of Exemption. The project is exempt from the California Environmental
Quality Act (CEQA); therefore, an administrative fee of $50 shall be submitted
by the applicant in the form of a money order or a cashier's check payable to
the Riverside County Clerk within two business days of the Commission's
final action on the project. This fee shall be submitted by the City to the
County Clerk with the Notice of Exemption. Action on this application shall
not be considered final until such fee is paid (projects that are Categorically
Exempt from CEQA).
ENV 3. California Fish & Game Fees Required. The project is required to pay a fish
and game impact fee as defined in Section 711.4 of the California Fish and
Game Code. This CFG impact fee plus an administrative fee for filing the
action with the County Recorder shall be submitted by the applicant to the
City in the form of a money order or a cashier's check payable to the
Riverside County Clerk prior to the final City action on the project (either
Planning Commission or City Council determination). This fee shall be
submitted by the City to the County Clerk with the Notice of Determination.
Action on this application shall not be final until such fee is paid. The project
may be eligible for exemption or refund of this fee by the California
Department of Fish & Game. Applicants may apply for a refund by the CFG
at www.dfg.ca.gov for more information.
ENV 4. Mitigation Monitoring. The mitigation measures of the environmental
assessment shall apply. The applicant shall submit a signed agreement that
the mitigation measures outlined as part of the negative declaration or EIR
will be included in the plans prior to Planning Commission consideration of
the environmental assessment. Mitigation measures are defined in the
approved project description.
ENV 5. Cultural Resource Survey Required. 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.
Resolution 23741 — Exhibit A
Conditions of Approval
Cases 5.1348 PDD 373; 3.3730 MAJ; TTM 36737
Page 5
ENV 6. Cultural Resource Site Monitoring. There is a possibility of buried cultural or
Native American tribal resources on the site. A Native American Monitor shall
be present during all ground-disturbing activities. (check for duplication in
engineering conditions)
ENV 7. a). 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. After consultation the
Director shall have the authority to halt destructive construction and shall
notify a Qualified Archaeologist to further investigate the site. 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 Department prior to final inspection.
PLANNING DEPARTMENT CONDITIONS
PLN 1. Outdoor Lighting Conformance. Exterior lighting plans, including a
photometric site plan showing the project's conformance with Section
93.21.00 Outdoor Lighting Standards of the Palm Springs Zoning ordinance,
shall be submitted for approval by the Department of Planning prior to
issuance of a building permit. Manufacturer's cut sheets of all exterior lighting
on the building and in the landscaping shall be included. If lights are proposed
to be mounted on buildings, down-lights shall be utilized. No lighting of
hillsides is permitted.
PLN 2. Water Efficient Landscaping Conformance. The project is subject to the
Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance (Chapter 8.60.00) of the Palm Springs
Municipal Code and all other water efficient landscape ordinances. The
applicant shall submit a landscape and irrigation plan to the Director of
Planning for review and approval prior to the issuance of a building permit.
Landscape plans shall be wet stamped and approved by the Riverside
County Agricultural Commissioner's Office prior to submittal. Prior to
submittal to the City, landscape plans shall also be certified by the local water
agency that they are in conformance with the water agency's and the State's
Water Efficient Landscape Ordinances.
Resolution 23741 — Exhibit A
Conditions of Approval
Cases 5.1348 PDD 373; 3.3730 MAJ; TTM 36737
Page 6
PLN 3. Submittal of Final PDD. The Final Planned Development plans shall be
submitted in accordance with Section 94.03.00 (Planned Development
District) of the Zoning Ordinance. Final development plans shall include site
plans, building elevations, floor plans, roof plans, grading plans, landscape
plans, irrigation plans, exterior lighting plans, sign program, mitigation
monitoring program, site cross sections, property development standards and
other such documents as required by the Planning Commission and Planning
Department. Final Planned Development District applications must be
submitted within two (2) years of the City Council approval of the preliminary
planned development district.
PLN 4. Conditions imposed by Planning Commission. The applicant shall
incorporate the following conditions:
• Sustainability feature of the project to include the placement of solar
panels on all building roofs with the ability to generate '/4 to '/z of the
expected energy used by each unit.
• The use of water efficient landscaping to reduce water use and provide
shading.
PLN 5. Conditions Imposed from AAC Review. The applicant shall incorporate the
following comments from the review of the project by the City's Architectural
Advisory Committee:
• Combine side yards and site houses on property line
• Revise landscape plan
• Omit Gazebo
PLN 6. Flat Roof Requirements. Roof materials on flat roofs (less than 2:12) must
conform to California Title 24 thermal standards for "Cool Roofs". Such roofs
must have a minimum initial thermal emittance of 0.75 or a minimum SRI of
64 and a three-year aged solar reflectance of 0.55 or greater. Only matte
(non-specular) roofing is allowed in colors such as beige or tan.
PLN 7. Screen Roof-mounted Equipment. All roof mounted mechanical equipment
shall be screened per the requirements of Section 93.03.00 of the Zoning
Ordinance.
PLN 8. Surface Mounted Downspouts Prohibited. No exterior downspouts shall be
permitted on any facade on the proposed building(s) that are visible from
adjacent streets or residential and commercial areas.
PLN 9. Pool Enclosure Approval Required. Details of fencing or walls around pools
(material and color) and pool equipment areas shall be submitted for approval
by the Planning Department prior to issuance of Building Permits.
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PLN 10. Prior to recordation of the final subdivision map, the developer shall submit for
review and approval the following documents to the Planning Department
which shall demonstrate that the project will be developed and maintained in
accordance with the intent and purpose of the approved tentative map:
a. The document to convey title.
b. Deed restrictions, easements, covenant conditions and restrictions that
are to be recorded.
c. The approved documents shall be recorded at the same time that the
subdivision map is recorded. The documents shall contain provisions for
joint access to the proposed parcels and open space restrictions. The
approved documents shall contain a provision which provides that they
may not be terminated or substantially amended without the consent of
the City and the developer's successor-in-interest.
PLN 11. Update of City's Zoning Map. Upon approval of the proposed Change of
Zone, Tract Map and/or Planned Development District, the applicant shall be
responsible for costs associated with update of the City's GIS based zoning
maps.
PLN 12. Smart Controller for landscape irrigation. The applicant is to use "smart
controllers" available from the Desert Water Agency for water efficiency in the
irrigation system.
PLN 13. Notice to future buyers on views. Applicant shall notify all prospective buyers
of lots within the proposed subdivision that development will occur on
adjacent and abutting properties and there are no written or implied rights to
the preservation of scenic views from any of the lots.
POLICE DEPARTMENT CONDITIONS
POL 1. Developer shall comply with Section II of Chapter 8.04 "Building Security
Codes" of the Palm Springs Municipal Code.
BUILDING DEPARTMENT CONDITIONS
BLD 1. Prior to any construction on-site, all appropriate permits must be secured.
ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT CONDITIONS
STREETS
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ENG 1. Any improvements within the public right-of-way require a City of Palm Springs
Encroachment Permit.
ENG 2. Submit street improvement plans prepared by a registered California civil
engineer to the Engineering Division. The plan(s) shall be approved by the City
Engineer prior to issuance of any building permits.
VIA OLIVERA
ENG 3. Unless otherwise previously dedicated, dedicate 30 feet to provide the ultimate
half street right-of-way width of 30 feet along the entire frontage, together with a
property line - corner cut-back at the southwest corner of Zanjero Road, in
accordance with City of Palm Springs Standard Drawing No. 105.
ENG 4. Construct a 6 inch curb and gutter, 18 feet south of centerline along the entire
frontage in accordance with City of Palm Springs Standard Drawing No. 200.
ENG 5. Construct a driveway approach for each proposed lot on Via Olivera in
accordance with City of Palm Springs Standard Drawing No. 201.
ENG 6. Construct a 5 feet wide sidewalk behind the proposed curb along the entire
frontage in accordance with City of Palm Springs Standard Drawing No. 210.
ENG 7. Construct a Type A curb ramp meeting current California State Accessibility
standards at the southwest corner of the intersection of via Olivera and Zanjero
Road in accordance with City of Palm Springs Standard Drawing No. 212.
ENG 8. Construct pavement with a minimum pavement section of 2-1/2 inches asphalt
concrete pavement over 4 inches crushed miscellaneous base with a minimum
subgrade of 24 inches at 95% relative compaction, or equal, from edge of
proposed gutter to clean sawcut edge of pavement at centerline of Via Olivera
frontage in accordance with City of Palm Springs Standard Drawing No. 110 and
300, 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.
ENG 9. All broken or off grade street improvements along the project frontage shall be
repaired or replaced.
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ZANJERO ROAD
ENG 10. Construct a 6 inch curb and gutter, 18 feet west of centerline along the entire
frontage in accordance with City of Palm Springs Standard Drawing No. 200.
ENG 11. Construct a 5 feet wide sidewalk behind the proposed curb along the entire
frontage in accordance with City of Palm Springs Standard Drawing No. 210.
ENG 12. Construct pavement with a minimum pavement section of 2-1/2 inches asphalt
concrete pavement over 4 inches crushed miscellaneous base with a minimum
subgrade of 24 inches at 95% relative compaction, or equal, from edge of
proposed gutter to centerline along the entire Zanjero Road frontage in
accordance with City of Palm Springs Standard Drawing No. 110 and 300. 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.
ENG 13. All broken or off grade street improvements along the project frontage shall be
repaired or replaced.
SANITARY SEWER
ENG 14. All sanitary facilities shall be connected to the public sewer system. New laterals
shall not be connected at manholes.
GRADING
ENG 15. Submit a Precise Grading Plan prepared by a California registered Civil engineer
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. 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 has completed the required training. For information on
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attending a Fugitive Dust Control Class and information on the Coachella
Valley Fugitive Dust Control Handbook and related "PM10" Dust Control
issues, please contact AQMD at (909) 396-3752, or at http://www.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.
b. 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.
ENG 16. Prior to approval of a Grading Plan (or issuance of a Grading Permit), the
applicant shall obtain written approval to proceed with construction from the Agua
Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians, Tribal Historic Preservation Officer or Tribal
Archaeologist. The applicant shall contact the Tribal Historic Preservation Officer
or the Tribal Archaeologist at (760) 699-6800, to determine their requirements, if
any, associated with grading or other construction. The applicant is advised to
contact the Tribal Historic Preservation Officer or Tribal Archaeologist as early as
possible. If required, it is the responsibility of the applicant to coordinate
scheduling of Tribal monitors during grading or other construction, and to arrange
payment of any required fees associated with Tribal monitoring.
ENG 17. In accordance with an approved PM-10 Dust Control Plan, temporary dust
control perimeter fencing shall be installed. Fencing shall have screening that is
tan in color; green screening will not be allowed. Temporary dust control
perimeter fencing shall be installed after issuance of Grading Permit, and
immediately prior to commencement of grading operations.
ENG 18. Temporary dust control perimeter fence screening shall be appropriately
maintained, as required by the City Engineer. Cuts (vents) made into the
perimeter fence screening shall not be allowed. Perimeter fencing shall be
adequately anchored into the ground to resist wind loading.
ENG 19. Within 10 days of ceasing all construction activity and when construction
activities are not scheduled to occur for at least 30 days, the disturbed areas on-
site shall be permanently stabilized, in accordance with Palm Springs Municipal
Code Section 8.50.022. Following stabilization of all disturbed areas, perimeter
fencing shall be removed, as required by the City Engineer.
ENG 20. A Notice of Intent (NOI) to comply with the California General Construction
Stormwater Permit (Water Quality Order 2009-0009-DWQ as modified
September 2, 2009) is required for the proposed development via the California
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Regional Water Quality Control Board online SMARTS system. A copy of the
executed letter issuing a Waste Discharge Identification (WDID) number shall be
provided to the City Engineer prior to issuance of a grading or building permit.
ENG 21. This project requires preparation and implementation of a stormwater pollution
prevention plan (SWPPP). As of September 4, 2012, all SWPPPs shall include a
post-construction management plan (including Best Management Practices) in
accordance with the current Construction General Permit. Where applicable, the
approved final project-specific Water Quality Management Plan shall be
incorporated by reference or attached to the SWPPP as the Post-Construction
Management Plan. A copy of the up-to-date SWPPP shall be kept at the project
site and be available for review upon request.
ENG 22. Drainage swales shall be provided adjacent to all curbs and sidewalks to keep
nuisance water from entering the public streets, roadways, or gutters.
ENG 23. In accordance with City of Palm Springs Municipal Code, Section 8.50.022 (h),
the applicant shall post with the City a cash bond of two thousand dollars
($2,000.00) per disturbed acre at the time of issuance of grading permit for
mitigation measures for erosion/blowsand relating to this property and
development.
ENG 24. A Geotechnical/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 proposed development. A copy of the Geotechnical/Soils Report
shall be submitted to the Engineering Division with the first submittal of a grading
plan (if required) or prior to issuance of any permit.
ENG 25. The applicant shall provide all necessary geotechnical/soils inspections and
testing in accordance with the Geotechnical/Soils Report prepared for the
project. All backfill, compaction, and other earthwork shown on the approved
grading plan shall be certified by a California registered geotechnical or civil
engineer, certifying that all grading was performed in accordance with the
Geotechnical/Soils Report prepared for the project. Documentation of all
compaction and other soils testing are to be provided even though there may not
be a grading plan for the project. No certificate of occupancy will be issued until
the required certification is provided to the City Engineer.
ENG 26. The applicant shall provide pad elevation certifications for all building pads in
conformance with the approved grading plan (if required), to the Engineering
Division prior to construction of any building foundation.
ENG 27. In cooperation with the Riverside County Agricultural Commissioner and the
California Department of Food and Agriculture Red Imported Fire Ant Project,
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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 (if required). The California Department of Food and Agriculture office is
located at 73-710 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert (Phone: 760-776-8208).
DRAINAGE
ENG 28. All stormwater runoff across the property shall be accepted and conveyed in a
manner acceptable to the City Engineer and released to an approved drainage
system. Stormwater runoff may not be released directly to the adjacent streets
without first intercepting and treating with approved Best Management Practices
(BMP's).
ENG 29. 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 in accordance
with Resolution No. 15189. Fees shall be paid prior to issuance of a building
permit.
GENERAL
ENG 30. 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. The developer shall be responsible for removing, grinding,
paving and/or overlaying existing asphalt concrete pavement of off-site streets
as required by and at the discretion of the City Engineer, including additional
pavement repairs to pavement repairs made by utility companies for utilities
installed for the benefit of the proposed development (i.e. Desert Water Agency,
Southern California Edison, Southern California Gas Company, Time Warner,
Verizon, Mission Springs Water District, etc.). Multiple excavations, trenches,
and other street cuts within existing asphalt concrete pavement of off-site streets
required by the proposed development may require complete grinding and
asphalt concrete overlay of the affected off-site streets, at the discretion of the
City Engineer. The pavement condition of the existing off-site streets shall be
returned to a condition equal to or better than existed prior to construction of the
proposed development.
ENG 31. All proposed utility lines shall be installed underground.
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ENG 32. All existing utilities shall be shown on the improvement plans if required for the
project. The existing and proposed service laterals shall be shown from the main
line to the property line.
ENG 33. Upon approval of any improvement plan (if required) by the City Engineer, the
improvement plan shall be provided to the City in digital format, consisting of a
DWG (AutoCAD 2004 drawing file), DXF (AutoCAD ASCII drawing exchange
file), and PDF (Adobe Acrobat 6.0 or greater) formats. Variation of the type and
format of the digital data to be submitted to the City may be authorized, upon
prior approval by the City Engineer.
ENG 34. The original improvement plans prepared for the proposed development and
approved by the City Engineer (if required) shall be documented with record
drawing "as-built' information and returned to the Engineering Division prior to
issuance of a final certificate of occupancy. Any modifications or changes to
approved improvement plans shall be submitted to the City Engineer for approval
prior to construction.
ENG 35. Nothing shall be constructed or planted in the corner cut-off area of any
intersection or 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.
ENG 36. 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 in
accordance with City of Palm Springs Standard Drawing No. 904.
MAP
ENG 37. A Tract 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 Tract Map
to the Engineering Division as part of the review of the Map. The Tract Map shall
be approved by the City Council prior to issuance of building permits.
ENG 38. The developer shall apply for an annexation to the City of Palm Springs
Community Facilities District established for public safety services and submit
required applications, waivers, and consent forms to the annexation prior to
approval of a final map. Payment of an annexation fee of $2,500 shall be made
at the time of the application.
ENG 39. Upon approval of a tract map, the tract map shall be provided to the City in G.I.S.
digital format, consistent with the "Guidelines for G.I.S. Digital Submission" from
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the Riverside County Transportation and Land Management Agency." G.I.S.
digital information shall consist of the following data: California Coordinate
System, CCS83 Zone 6 (in U.S. feet); monuments (ASCII drawing exchange file);
lot lines, rights-of-way, and centerlines shown as continuous lines; full map
annotation consistent with annotation shown on the map; map number; and map
file name. G.I.S. data format shall be provided on a CDROM/DVD containing the
following: ArcGIS Geodatabase, ArcView Shapefile, Arclnfo Coverage or
Exchange file (e00), DWG (AutoCAD 2004 drawing file), DGN (Microstation
drawing file), DXF (AutoCAD ASCII drawing exchange file), and PDF (Adobe
Acrobat 6.0 or greater) formats. Variations of the type and format of G.I.S. digital
data to be submitted to the City may be authorized, upon prior approval of the
City Engineer.
TRAFFIC
ENG 40. A minimum of 48 inches of clearance for accessibility shall be provided on public
sidewalks or pedestrian paths of travel within the development. Minimum
clearance on public sidewalks (or pedestrian paths of travel) shall be provided by
either an additional dedication of a sidewalk easement (if necessary) and
widening of the sidewalk, or by the relocation of any obstructions within the public
sidewalk along the Via Olivera and Zanjero Road frontage of TTM 36737.
ENG 41. All damaged, destroyed, or modified pavement legends, traffic control devices,
signing, striping, and street lights, associated with the proposed development
shall be replaced as required by the City Engineer prior to issuance of a
Certificate of Occupancy.
ENG 42. Construction signing, lighting and barricading shall be provided during all phases
of construction 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 Part 6 "Temporary Traffic Control' of the California Manual on
Uniform Traffic Control Devices for Streets and Highways, dated January 13,
2012, or subsequent editions in force at the time of construction.
ENG 43. This property is subject to the Transportation Uniform Mitigation Fee which shall
be paid prior to issuance of building permit.
FIRE DEPARTMENT CONDITIONS
FID 1 No fire conditions at this time.
END OF CONDITIONS