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HomeMy WebLinkAbout9/3/2014 - STAFF REPORTS - 1.D. PikLM O� SA*1 N CITY COUNCIL STAFF REPORT C'fllFOU c oOk r\Q , ko ht�k-b, aDA DATE: J , 014 PUBLIC HEARING SUBJECT: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTION 93.23.14 OF, AND AMENDING OR REPEALING VARIOUS PROVISIONS OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE, RELATING TO THE ESTABLISHMENT OF AN ACCESSORY SECOND UNIT PROGRAM IN THE CITY. FROM: Department of Planning Services SUMMARY California State law requires all local jurisdictions to allow accessory second units. California's accessory second unit law sets standards that apply in the absence of a local ordinance, including a requirement that any application for proposed accessory second unit that meets such standards must be reviewed ministerially, without public hearing. The City can provide more lenient requirements subject to a public hearing and review process. Staff has prepared a An Accessory Second Unit Ordinance, which is exempt from the requirements of CEQA, under Section 21080.17 of the Public Resources Code. The ordinance will provide the City with development and design guidelines for processing permits for Second Units. The proposed ordinance creates one comprehensive approach to accessory second units in the City and provides consistent development standards and processes for the review and approval of accessory second units consistent with state law. The proposed ordinance also eliminates the current and conflicting second unit provisions of the Zoning Code that have been adopted in a piecemeal fashion over the years. Staff is recommending approval and adoption of the proposed Ordinance, as provided in Attachment A. Staff finds that the proposed ordinance would allow the City to ensure that second units that are built in the City comply with the goals and objectives of the General Plan, the Housing Element, and the standards of the Zoning Code for residential properties RECOMMENDATION: 1. Open the public hearing and receive public testimony. ITEM NO. �D City Council Staff Report July 2,2014 Case 5.1341 ZTA Page 2 of 5 2. Waive the reading of the ordinance text in its entirety and read by title only; and 3. Introduce on first reading Ordinance No. , "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTION 93.23.14 OF, AND AMENDING OR REPEALING VARIOUS PROVISIONS OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE, RELATING TO THE ESTABLISHMENT OF AN ACCESSORY SECOND UNIT PROGRAM IN THE CITY. BACKGROUND INFORMATION Accessory second units are important in meeting the State-mandated housing requirements given to cities through the Regional Housing Needs Assessment (RHNA) numbers. State law declare that second unit provide housing for family members, students, the elderly, in-home health care providers, the disabled, and others, at below market prices within existing neighborhoods. State law further declares that homeowners who create second units benefit from added income and an increased sense of security. The development of second units is regulated by State's Second Unit Law (Government Code Section 65852.2) which requires that the City process second unit applications ministerially, without a public hearing. The City must also process such applications in accordance with the generic development standards set forth in the Second Unit Law and summarized below. The purpose of the proposed amendment is to eliminate a series of inconsistent zoning code requirements relating to second units and establish the City's own development standards for accessory second units, taking into account land use and planning issues that are unique to the City and to ensure consistency with the City's General Plan, Housing Element, and zoning standards for residential properties. The Planning Commission held a public hearing on June 11, 2014 and recommended changes to staffs original proposal including allowing accessory second unit to be up to 99% the size of the primary unit with a Conditional Use Permit. ANALYSIS: State Law There has been a significant amount of State law in the past several decades regarding granny flats or second units or accessory apartments. Since 1982, State law has mandated that municipalities allow these uses either using state standards or adopting their own, in full compliance with State law. Local governments may still set height, setback and lot coverage standards and set minimum unit sizes and establish parking requirements. Conditional Use Permits may not be required for units that meet state imposed minimums. The second Unit Law provides the following: 2 City Council Staff Report July 2,2014 Case 5.1341 ZTA Page 3 of 5 1. The City is not required to amend or adopt a second unit ordinance. If the City decides to adopt an ordinance, the ordinance may do any of the following: • Designate single and multi-family residential areas where second units may be permitted. The designation may be based on factors, including but not limited to, the adequacy of water and sewer services and the impact of second units on traffic flows • Impose standards on second units that include, but are not limited to parking, height, setbacks, lot coverage, architectural review, maximum size of a unit, and standards that prevent adverse impacts on any real property that is listed in the California Register of Historic Places. • Provide that second units do not exceed the allowable density for the lot upon which the second unit is located and that second units are a residential use that is consistent with the existing general plan and zoning designation. • Establish minimum and maximum unit size requirements for both attached and detached second units. However, minimum size requirements must permit at least an efficiency unit to be constructed in compliance with local development standards. • Establish parking requirements that do not exceed one parking space per unit or per bedroom unless a finding is made that the additional parking is required and is directly related to the use of the second unit and consistent with existing neighborhood standards applicable to existing dwellings. Off-street parking shall be permitted in setback areas or through tandem parking, unless specific findings are made that parking in setback areas or tandem parking is not feasible based upon specific site or regional 2. The City's Ordinance may not be considered in the application of any local ordinance, policy, or program to limit residential growth. 3. The City's must also consider any second unit application ministerially without discretionary review or a public hearing if they meet requirements of the local ordinance. 4. The City may not totally preclude second units within single-family or multi-family zones unless the ordinance contains findings acknowledging that the ordinance may limit housing opportunities of the region and further contains findings that specific adverse impacts on the public health, safety, and welfare (i.e., the adequacy of water and sewer services and the impact of second units on traffic flow) that would result from allowing second units within single-family and multi-family zones justify the prohibition of second units. 5. The City cannot require that second units be occupied by persons related to the owner of the primary unit, caregivers, or dependents. 6. The ordinance can include income restrictions to ensure the creation of affordable housing. 3 City Council Staff Report July 2,2014 Case 5.1341 ZTA Page 4 of 5 7. Cities can charge a fee to cover costs, including the costs of adopting or amending any ordinance that provides for the creation of second units. 8. If the City has not adopted a second unit ordinance within 120 days after receiving the application, the City must process the application in accordance with the following development standards set forth in Second Unit law: • The Second Unit is not intended for sale and may be rented. • The lot is zoned for single-family or multi-family use. • The lot contains an existing dwelling unit • The second unit is attached to the existing dwelling unit and located within the living area of the existing dwelling unit or detached from the existing dwelling unit and located on the same lot as the existing dwelling unit. • The increase in floor area for the creation of an attached second unit shall not exceed 30 percent of the existing living area. • The total floor area of a detached second unit shall not exceed 1,200 square feet. • Requirements relating to height, setback, lot coverage, architectural review, site plan review, fees, charges, and other zoning requirements generally applicable to residential construction in the zone in which the property is located are met. • Local building code requirements which apply to detached dwelling unit, as appropriate, are met. • Approval by the local health officer where a private sewage disposal system is being used, if required. • A second unit under these provisions is not considered to exceed the allowable density for the lot on which it is located, and is deemed a residential use which is consistent with the existing general plan and zoning designations of the lot. • The applicant for a second unit permit may be required to be an owner-occupant. 9. The City may adopt less restrictive requirements for the creation of second units. 10. The City is required to submit a copy of its second unit ordinance to the Department of Housing and Community Development within 60 days after adoption. Palm Springs Zoning Ordinance The City's Zoning Ordinance currently has three separate sections relating to second units. Section 92.01.01.A.2 relates to servants quarters, guest houses, and accessory living quarters without kitchens, permitted as a matter of right; Section 92.23.14 relates to accessory apartment housing, subject to a conditional use permit; and Section 92.01.01.D.3 which relates to guest houses with kitchen capabilities, subject to a conditional use permit. The following chart summarizes the current Code permitted uses: 4 City Council Staff Report July 2,2014 Case 5.1341 ZTA Page 5 of 5 Current Code III t i h W _ "Ii3 �I t - R � .I'. , I ._: l�iili (o 7 =il R-1AH-D <1/50th lot areadetached kitchen by-right 17 SAA+ 15% sq. ft. of attached CUP i GR5-8 & primary & 5 640 �a R2 No PD unless partiig of original SAA 5 1/50th lot kitchen CUP 15,000 S . ft. *no separate ownership no more than 2 persons no more than 1 per lot no separate meter Proposed Ordinance As mentioned, the State has invalidated the CUP requirements for some accessory units. In order to create an ordinance that meets State law yet keeps components of existing code, the following proposal is made: By-right CUP Unit size <_ 30% existing single family <_ 99% existing single family Parking 1 space per bedroom may be 1 space per unit tandem Wor Win setback Kitchen Allowed Allowed Lot coverage Max. 35% Max. 35 % May be rented May be rented Single family or multi-family Same developed w/ single family One unit must be owner occupied Same May be detached Same May not be sold separately Same Requirements in all cases: • Single-family home must have conforming parking • One accessory unit per single-family lot • No separate utility meter • Must meet all setbacks, not eligible for AMM • May not exceed 1 story nor height of existing single-family house • No discretionary review in hillside areas unless for CUP if required 5 City Council Staff Report July 2,2014 Case 5.1341 ZTA Page 6 of 5 State Law Current Code Proposed Code most restrictive By-Right ht ! CUP Lot size legal lots . ft. 15,000 single-family legal lot legal lot Unit size 1200 sq. ft. 640 sq. ft. same as state Not to exceed existing unit 30% of exist. unit 15% of exist. unit state up to 99% exist. Lot code code 35% Code Code Coverage Kitchen allowed allowed w/ CUP allowed allowed Rental ok ok ok >_ 30 days ok >_ 30 days Detached yes no yes yes Parking one per bedroom, one same as state one per unit allowed in setback or tandem same as state same as State Rental yes n/a yes s 30 days yes <_ 30 days Own occ. allowed n/a one unit own occ. one unit, own require. occ. Review ministerial discretionary ministerial discretionary ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines, the project is a Class III exemption and is categorically exempt per Section 15303(a) (New Single- Family Residence and Accessory Structure). NOTIFICATION A public hearing notice was published. The Planning Department has not received correspondence regarding this'issue. M. Margo Wheeler, FAICP David H. Ready Director of Planning Services City Manager mes Thompson ity Clerk Attachments: 1. PC Minutes 2. Draft Ordinance— Materials to Follow 6 ORDINANCE NO. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTION 93.23.14 OF, AND AMENDING OR REPEALING VARIOUS PROVISIONS OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE, RELATING TO THE ESTABLISHMENT OF AN ACCESSORY SECOND UNIT PROGRAM IN THE CITY City Attorney's Summary This Ordinance eliminates conflicting second dwelling unit provisions of the City's Zoning Code and establishes a comprehensive regulatory program for accessory dwelling units in residential zone districts in the City. The City Council of the City of Palm Springs finds: A. The proposed Zone Text Amendment (Case 5.1341 ZTA) is Categorically Exempt from the provisions of CEQA under Section 15305 — Minor Alterations in Land Use Limitations) of the Guidelines for the California Environmental Quality Act because the proposed zone text amendment implements insignificant changes to the land use or density. B. The proposed Zone Text Amendment establishes a comprehensive regulatory program for creation of accessory dwelling units that comply with state law to provide housing for family, students, and the elderly, thereby providing much needed affordable housing options. C. The proposed Zone Text Amendment provides a means by which the City may create new opportunities for housing at below market prices within existing neighborhoods in compliance with State Law regarding second units. D. The adoption of the proposed Zone Text Amendment is consistent with the intent of the Zoning Ordinance and the City's General Plan by encouraging the development and provision for housing for students, the elderly, in-home health providers, the disabled, and others. The City Council of the City of Palm Springs ordains: Section 1: The Section 91.00.10 of the Palm Springs Municipal Code is amended by adding the following definitions: "Living area" means the interior habitable area of a dwelling unit including basements, attics, and mezzanines, but does not include a garage or accessory structure." "Accessory Second unit" means any attached or detached residential dwelling unit which provides complete independent living facilities for one or more persons. Any room or series of rooms having separate exterior access and no interior access from the living area of the main use shall be considered a 7 Ordinance No. Case 5.1341-ZTA Page 2 of 7 second unit. It may include permanent provisions for living, sleeping, eating, cooking and sanitation. A second unit also include (a) an efficiency unit, as defined in Section 17958.1 of Health and Safety Code and a manufactured home, as defined in Section 18007 of the Health and Safety Code. Section 2. Section 91.00.10 of the Palm Springs Municipal Code is further amended by deleting the definitions for "accessory living quarters," "guest house," "guest room," and "rental unit." Section 3: Sections 92.00.01.C.10, 92.01.01.A.2, 92.01.01.D.3, 92.02.01.1.3, 92.02.01.C.6-7, 92.03.01.A.4, 92.03.C.1-2, and 92.04.01.A.3 are repealed. Section 4: Section 93.23.14 of the Palm Springs Municipal Code is amended to read: 93.23.14 Accessory Second Units A. INTENT 1. The intent of this Section is to provide for the creation of accessory second units in the City's single-family and multiple-family residential districts, in accordance with Government Code Section 65852.2 as may be amended from time to time. This Section prescribes standards for such second units to minimize adverse impacts on the public health, safety, and general welfare from the establishment of the second units. 2. An accessory second unit which conforms to these requirements shall not be considered to exceed the allowable density for the lot upon which it is located, and shall be deemed to be a residential use consistent with the Palm Springs General Plan and zoning designation for the lot. B. APPLICABILITY 1. New Accessory Second Units Any construction, establishment, alteration, enlargement, or modification of an accessory second unit shall comply with the requirements of this Section, other development standards in this Chapter applicable to the zone district in which the lot is located, and the City's Building Code. 2. Non-Conforming Second Units All accessory second units which were legally constructed but which do not conform to this Section are deemed non-conforming and shall be subject to the provisions of Section 94.05.00-07, Non-conformance. 3. Existing Illegal Second Units The provisions of this Section shall in no way validate any existing illegal second unit. An application may be made pursuant to this Section to convert an illegal second unit to a legal conforming accessory second unit, and shall be subject to the same standards and requirements as for a newly proposed accessory second unit. 4. Designation of Existing Primary Unit to Accessory Second Unit 8 Ordinance No. Case 5.1341—ZTA Page 3 of 7 An existing residential structure may be designated as an accessory second unit at such a time as a new primary dwelling unit is constructed, provided the existing structure conforms to all the development of this Section. 5. Conflicting Provisions in Specific Plans and General Development Plans The provisions of this Section shall supersede any standard or regulation in a Specific Plan or planned development district adopted or approved by the City prior to the effective date of this Section. C. PERMITTED SITES No more than one accessory second unit may be allowed on any residentially zoned lot. The residential lot must meet the following criteria: a. On lots greater than 15,000 square feet an accessory second unit shall be allowed provided all other requirements of this Title applicable to the district in which the lot is located and the city's Building Code are met. On lots of at least 7,500 square feet and less than 15,000 square feet an accessory second unit is subject to a Conditional Use Permit. b. All lots must be conforming in size for the zone in which it is located. C. The lot may contain no more than one existing single-family dwelling. D. ACCESSORY SECOND UNIT REQUIREMENTS 1. An accessory second unit may include permanent provisions for living, sleeping, eating, cooking, and sanitation separate from the primary dwelling unit on the same lot. The accessory second unit shall not be intended or offered for sale separately from the primary dwelling unit. 2. The accessory second unit shall be either attached to the existing dwelling unit or detached from the existing dwelling and located on the same lot as the existing dwelling. 3. An accessory second unit shall be constructed on a permanent foundation and connected to the public sewer. 4. The following additional requirements shall apply to accessory second units in all residential districts: a. The owner of the accessory second unit shall live within the primary dwelling unit or the accessory second unit, and may rent the other unit. The two units shall not be concurrently rented, excepting upon request from the property owner, the Director may grant the owner a temporary exception to the occupancy requirement for a period not to exceed twenty four(24) months. b. Rental of the accessory second unit must be for periods of 30 days or more. C. Prior to issuance of a building permit for the accessory second unit, the owner shall demonstrate to the City the he/she meets this occupancy requirement, and record a deed restriction on the property prohibiting the rental or lease of both units at the same time. 9 Ordinance No. Case 5.1341—ZTA Page 4 of 7 d. An accessory second unit shall not be metered separately from the primary dwelling unit for gas, electricity, and water. E. SETBACKS, LOT COVERAGE, AND FLOOR AREA RESTRICTIONS 1. An accessory second unit shall conform to all required setback requirements of the district in which the lot is located. 2. All development on the lot shall conform to lot coverage standards of the district in which the lot is located. 3. The floor area of an accessory unit shall not exceed 1200 square feet, nor be less than 400 square feet pursuant to the definition of efficiency unit as set forth in the Building Code. 4. The unit shall not include mgre than two (2) bedrooms. 5. The unit shall not exceed 30% of the floor area of the existing single-family dwelling. Upon approval of a CUP it may be up to 99% of the floor area of the primary dwelling. 6. An accessory second unit shall not be eligible for an Administrative Minor Modification of development standards. F. HEIGHT RESTRICTION An accessory second unit shall be limited to one story and shall not exceed 15 feet in height or the height of primary unit, whichever is greater. G. ARCHITECTURAL STANDARDS 1. All exterior surfaces, roofing, window, light fixtures, and other architectural details of the accessory second unit shall be of the same style, materials, colors, and quality as used for the primary dwelling unit, although a proposed higher quality material shall be allowed. 2. The accessory second unit shall be provided with an entrance separate from that of the primary dwelling and pedestrian access shall be provided to the entrance from a public street or alley. 3. The entrance to the accessory second unit shall not be oriented to the street or otherwise alter the single-family appearance of the property from the street. 4. All second unit proposals shall include landscaping plans, and the landscaping shall be installed prior to the final inspection of the second unit by the City's Building Department. H. PARKING AND DRIVEWAY PROVISIONS 1. No accessory second unit may be permitted on a lot where the required parking for the existing dwelling unit has not been met. 2. One (1) off-street parking space shall be required for each bedroom of the accessory second unit. Such parking space shall be nine feet wide and 17 feet long, and be provided on the same lot as the second unit. A covered 10 Ordinance No. Case 5.1341—ZTA Page 5 of 7 parking space is preferred but not required. The parking space for the second unit shall be in addition to the parking required for the primary residence. 3. No additional driveway approaches from public streets shall be permitted for the parking for accessory second units. Access to the parking can be provided from an alley. 4. The required parking space for the accessory second unit may be located in rear or non-street side setbacks or through tandem parking on existing driveways, but such space shall not interfere with access to the required parking for the primary residence. 5. Upon approval of a CUP, one parking space for the accessory second unit may be allowed. I. PERMIT REQUIREMENT 1. Filing Any accessory second unit shall require approval of an Accessory Second Unit Permit. The application for such permit shall be made on forms provided by the Department of Planning Services together with any applicable fees. The application shall include all information needed to determine compliance with this Section. The application fee shall include all information needed to determine compliance with this Section. The application fee shall be established by resolution of the City Council. 2. Application Screening Upon receipt of an application for an accessory second unit, staff shall review the application; inform the applicant as to the completeness of the submittal and of any additional information materials required, if any. 3. Noticing of Application Pursuant to Government Code Section 65852.2, notice of an application for an accessory second unit shall not be given to owners of surrounding properties. 4. Notification of Application for Conditional Use Permit shall be pursuant to and processed to said section. 5. Action of Application a. Staff shall approve a completed application if the proposed accessory second unit complies with the requirements of this Section. As a condition of the permit, the applicant shall record a deed restriction on the property limiting the rental or lease of both units in compliance with this Section. b. Staff shall deny an application for an accessory second unit if the proposed second unit is not in compliance with all requirements of this Section. C. Within five days of its decision on the application, staff shall give notice of the decision to the applicant. 11 Ordinance No. Case 5.1341—ZTA Page 6 of 7 6. Permit "Runs With the Land" An Accessory Second Unit Permit that was granted pursuant to this Section, and is valid and in effect, shall continue to be valid upon change of ownership of the property. 7. Permit Revocation The Director of Planning Services shall have the right to revoke the permit granted under this Section if the accessory second unit for which the permit was granted violates one or more requirements of this Section. The Director shall give notice of permit revocation to the property owner. If a permit for an accessory second unit is revoked, the owner shall remove the kitchen facilities for unit space, and shall not rent the unit space except together with the primary residence to a single household. 8. Appeals. Any person aggrieved by a decision of the Director or staff on an application for revocation of an Accessory Second Unit Permit may appeal such action pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 2.05 of the Palm Springs Municipal Code. Section 5: The Mayor shall sign and the City Clerk shall certify to the passage and adoption of this Ordinance and shall cause the same, or the summary thereof, to be published and posted pursuant to the provisions of law and this Ordinance shall take effect (30) days after passage. PASS, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this day of 2014. STEPHEN P. POUGNET, MAYOR ATTEST: JAMES THOMPSON, CITY CLERK 12 Ordinance No. Case 5.1341—ZTA Page 7 of 7 CERTIFICATION STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE ) ss. CITY OF PALM SPRINGS ) I, JAMES THOMPSON, City Clerk of the City of Palm Springs, California, do hereby certify that Ordinance No. is a full, true, and correct copy, and was introduced at a regular meeting of the Palm Springs City Council on and adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council held on by the following vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: JAMES THOMPSON, CITY CLERK City of Palm Springs, California 13 City of Palm Springs Office of the City Clerk 'I�. D 3200 E.Tahquitz Canyon Way • Palm Springs,CA 92262 �" Tel: (760)323-8204 • Fax: (760)322-8332 • TDD:(760)864-9527 • Web: www.palmspringsca.gov NOTICE OF CONTINUANCE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Regular Meeting held on July 2, 2014, the City Council continued Public Hearing Item No. 1.D. to September 3, 2014: PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO THE PALM SPRINGS ZONING CODE AMENDING SECTION 93.23.14 OF, AND AMENDING OR REPEALING VARIOUS PROVISIONS OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE, RELATING TO THE ESTABLISHMENT OF AN ACCESSORY SECOND UNIT PROGRAM IN THE CITY: RECOMMENDATION: 1) Continue the Public Hearing to September 3, 2014; and 2) Direct the City Clerk post a Notice of Continued Public Hearing pursuant to law. I, James Thompson, City Clerk of the City of Palm Springs, California, certify this Notice of Continuance was posted at or before 6:00 p.m. on July 3, 2014, as required by established policies and procedures. ES THOMPSON ity Clerk 14 Post Office Box 2743 • Palm Springs, California 92263-2743 CITY OF PALM SPRINGS PUBLIC HEARING NOTIFICATION Date: July 2, 2014 Subject: Case 5.1341 ZTA AFFIDAVIT OF PUBLICATION I, Kathie Hart, 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 June 21, 201. 1 declare under penalty of perjury that the foregoing is true and correct. 'LWd�nQ Kathie Hart, CMC Chief Deputy City Clerk AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING I, Kathie Hart, 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 and on June 19, 2014. 1 ``drre''clare under penalty of perjury that the foregoing is true and correct. 10.Ell J Kathie Hart, CMC Chief Deputy City Clerk AFFIDAVIT OF MAILING 1, Kathie Hart, 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 June 19, 2014, 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. �L"Z Ae Kathie Hart, CMC Chief Deputy City Clerk 15 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING CITY COUNCIL CITY OF PALM SPRINGS CASE 5.1341 ZTA APPLICATION BY THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS FOR A ZONING TEXT AMENDMENT TO AMEND PALM SPRINGS ZONING CODE (PSZC) 91.00.10 — DEFINITIONS, 92.00, 92.01, 92.02, 92.03 & 92.04 — PERMITTED, ACCESSORY & CONDITIONALLY PERMITTED USES AND TO REPLACE 93.23.14 —ACCESSORY APARTMENT HOUSING IN ITS ENTIRETY 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 2, 2014. 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 5.1341 ZTA, an application by the City of Palm Springs, to amend Palm Springs Zoning Code (PSZC) 91.00.10 — Definitions, 92.00, 92.01, 92.02, 92.03, and 92.04 — Permitted, Accessory and Conditionally Permitted Uses and to replace 93.23.14 — Accessory Apartment Housing in its entirety. 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 zoning code text 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 zone text amendment proposes only insignificant changes to the land use designations provisions. 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][2]). An opportunity will be given at said hearing for all interested persons to be heard. Questions regarding this case may be directed to M. Margo Wheeler, F.A.I.C.P., 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 Nadine Fieger telefono (760) 323-8245. ames Thompson, City Clerk 16 MR PETE ORUZZ P.O. BOXPALM INGBS MOIDERN COMMITTEE PALM SPRINGS, CA 92263-4738 CITY OF PALM SPRINGS CASE 5.1341 ZTA PLANNING SERVICES DEPARTMENT MRS,JOANNE BRUGGEMANS ATTN SECRETARY f 5.1341 ZTA 506 W.SANTA CATALINA ROAD PO BOX 2743 PALM SPRINGS, CA 92262 PALM SPRINGS, CA 92263-2743 MS PATRICIA GARCIA MS MARGARET PARK, DIRECTOR TRIBAL HISTORIC PRESERVATION AGUA CALIENTE BAND OF CAHUILLA OFFICER INDIANS AGUA CALIENTE BAND OF CAHUILLA PLANNING 8 DEVELOPMENT DEPT. INDIANS 5401 DINAH SHORE DRIVE 5401 DINAH SHORE DRIVE PALM SPRINGS,CA 92264 PALM SPRINGS,CA 92264 i i E@9E � G INSON n eR HO SF SOBOBA BAND OF LUISERO INDIANS lip ATTN:JOSEPH ONTIVEROS AT:D RIGHARn G.OIADIE PARR FGA! 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BOX 487 102 RAINGHOS no ei 9 ni 9RQ Fm use --,SAN JACINTO, CA 92581 8 9 7 M uu Cindy Berardi From: Joanne Bruggemans Sent: Thursday, June 19, 2014 11:40 AM To: Andreas Hills;Araby Commons;Araby Cove; Baristo; Canyon Corridor;Chino Canyon; Deepwell Estates; Demuth Park; Desert Park Estates; Desert Park Estates; El Mirador, El Rancho Vista Estates; Four Seasons; Historic Tennis Club;Indian Canyons; Los Compadres; Midtown; Mountain Gate; Movie Colony East; Old Las Palmas; Parkview Mobile Estates; Racquet Club Estates; Racquet Club South; Racquet Club West; Sonora Sunrise; Sunmor; Sunrise Park; Sunrise Vista Chino; Tahquitz River Estates; The Mesa; The Movie Colony,Twin Palms; Vista Las Palmas; Vista Norte;Warm Sands Cc: Margo Wheeler;Terri Hintz; Cindy Berardi Subject: Case 5.1341 ZTA -Amend PSZC 91.00.10 - Definitions, 92.00 through 92.04 - Permitted , Accessory&Conditional Uses Attachments: CC PHN Case 5.1341 ZTA.pdf Morning- Please find the attached Public Hearing Notice of the City Council for July 2, 2014 of the proposed Zone Text Amendment. Thank you, J"41#•e Joanne Bruggemans City of Palm Springs Planning Services Department 3200 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262 Phone: (760) 323-8245 Fax: (760) 322-8360 Email: ioanne.bruggemans@palmspringsca-gov i