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Home My WebLink About6/18/2008 - STAFF REPORTS - 1.A. Jay Thompson From: Marilyn will [msuewil[2@yahoo.com] Sent: Tuesday, June 10, 2008 2:11 PM To: jay.thompson@palmsprings-ca.gov Subject: Fw: LA SERENA VILLAS --- On Mon, 5119/08, marilyn will <msuewi112@yahoo.coma wrote From: Marilyn will [msuewi112@yahoo.corn> Subject: LA SERENA VILLAS To:j.thompson@palmsprings-ca.gov Date: Monday, May 19, 2008, 8:52 PM To: Jay Thompson, City Clerk City of Palm Springs As a concerned citizen of Palm Springs, I would like to support Roxann Ploss with her appeal to save from demolition the La Serena Villas at 330 S. Belardo Road. This is one of our few remaining historic sights left in our Village and should be preserved. We have already lost too many significant buildings because of hasty decisions. It seems the Historic Site Preservation Board and city should further pursue options other than demolition and save this 1930's hotel. Marilyn Will 1155 La Verne Way Palm Springs 6/11/2008 Give La Serena a Reprieve from Demolition By Neglect Page 1 of 1 Kathie Hart From: Craig Ewing Sent: June 18, 2008 8:18 AM To: Jay Thompson; Kathie Hart Subject: FW Give La Serena a Reprieve from Demolition By Neglect Jay/ Kathie, Please include in the City Council's materials for tonight — Item 1 A. Craig A. Ewing, AICP Director of Planning Services City of Palm Springs 3200 E. Tahquitz Canyon Drive Palm Springs, CA 92262 760-323-8245 From: Peter Moruzzi [mailto:pmoru221@earthlink.net] Sent: Tuesday, .June 17, 2008 6:32 PM To: Craig.Ewing@paImsprings-ca.gov Subject: Give La Serena a Reprieve from Demolition By Neglect Craig, In the past few years Pahn Springs' architectural and cultural heritage has been substantially compromised due to demolition by ne lect. These properties include: Biltmore Hotel Oasis Hotel rear buildings The Premiere Apartments (located on the site of the Orchid Tree Inn, itself threatened by neglect) The Craftsman style dwelling located on the site of the Orchid Tree Inn Potter Clinic (1000 N. Palm Canyon Dr.) Monte Vista Hotel This cycle of wanton neglect and careless destruction must end. It appears that a legitimate buyer for the La Serena property has emerged who wishes to restore and reopen these important historic buildings for public use. Although your staff report does not support this request, I urge a 6-month stay of demolition so that a positive solution can be found to preserve an important piece of Palm Springs' historic fabric_ Six months is not a long period of time, but it may be just long enough to stop one more historic domino from falling. Thank you. Regards, Peter Moruzzi 1056 San Lorenzo Road Palm Springs, CA 92264 06/18/08 Jay Thompson From: Jay Thompson Sent: Tuesday, June 17, 2008 1:32 PM To: Jay Thompson Subject: FW: La Serena Villas Demolition Permit June 17, 2008 Palm Springs City Council City Hall Palm Springs, California Dear Mayor and Council Members, The HTCNO Board met last night and unanimously voted to request a six months stay of demolition for the La Serena property to allow an opportunity to explore ways and means to save this property and bring it back to its original splendor. Though we have been critical of the unfinished condition in which it has been allowed to exist for the past several years, we are willing Lo continue to bear this for another six months in order not to lose another important piece of our neighborhood fabric. We also understand, th ou.-h one of our board members, that a serious investor has indicated an interest in repurchasing the property for the purpose of completely restoring it in case the present owner, the Kor group, continues to be unwilling to do so. We understand that you will be hearing directly from them about their interest. For the future we implore the Council to explore ways to start requiring completion bonds on developers of sensitive projects, such as La Serena. We are tired of promises by developers that are not kept. We also are still waiting on the completion of a Cahuilla Road streetscape improvement project by the Kor group which has been in the making for many years. Meanwhile La Serena must be given another opportunity to survive. Once it is demolished it is gone forever. We count on your stewardship of our important historic neighborhood. Sincerely, Gene Dippel President Historic Tennis Club District Organization 6/17/2008 /1Z.P J79oNiq Z-- Jay Thompson From: Ravcsv54@aol.com Sent: Thursday, June 12, 2008 10:28 AM To: lay.th om pson@pal msprings-ca.gov Subject: Save La Serena Villas from demolition Mr. Jay Thompson City Clerk City of Pahn Springs, CA We moved here 7 years ago because of the special history, architecture, amenities such as the Palm Sprints Art Museum, Camelot Theaters and the Palm Springs Library. It is an artful and creative environment not found elsewhere in this valley of gated golf and tennis enthusiasts. We strongly support the efforts of Roxamz Ploss and urge that the Historic Site Preservation Board and the City further assess retaining the historic 1930's hotel called La Serena Villas. Very truly yours, Raymond & Carolyn Velez 2053 Caliente Drive Palm Springs, CA 92264 Vote for your city's best dining and nightlife. City's Best 2008, OCa�lB�Z�L78 /q AD,r7. onlAy 6/13/2008 Jay Thompson From: Craig Ewing Sent: Wednesday, June 18, 2008 8:18 AM To: Jay Thompson; Kathie Hart Subject: FW: Give La Serena a Reprieve from Demolition By Neglect Jay/Kathie, Please include in the City Council's materials for tonight—hem. IA. Craig A. Ewing, AICP Director of Plano uig Services City of Palm Spiin.-s 3200 E. Tahquitz Canyon Drivc Palm Springs, CA 92262 760-323-8245 From Peter Moruzzi [mailto:pmoruzzi@earthlink,net] Sent: Tuesday, June 17, 2008 6:32 PM To: Craig.Ewing@palmsprings-ca.gov Subject: Give La Serena a Reprieve from Demolition By Neglect Craig, In the past few years Palm Springs' architectural and cultural heritage has been substantially compromised due to demolition by neglect. These properties include: - Biltinore Hotel - Oasis Hotel rear buildings The Premiere Apartments (located on the site of the Orchid Tree Inn, itself threatened by neglect) The Craftsman style dwelling located on the site of the Orchid Tree Inn Potter Clinic (1000 N. Palm Canyon Dr.) Monte Vista Hotel This cycle of wanton neglect and careless destruction must end. It appears that a legitimate buyer for the La Serena property has emerged who wishes to restore and reopen these important historic buildings for public use. Although your staff report does not support this request, I urge a 6-month stay of demolition so that a positive solution can be fou-nd to preserve an important piece of Palm Springs' historic fabric. Six months is not a long period of time, but it may be just long enough to stop one more historic domino fi-om falling. Thank you. Regards, Peter Moruzzi 1056 San Lorenzo Road Palm Springs, CA 92264 Ql�J I S"JZoa$ f��7�/77lJnlFFCr 6/18/2008 ~ r� F' r L ,^7f�1�+ 11! r��•x.^ ,,,•.1aa- J �i ., ,tune 18, 2008 City Council of Palm Springs Re: Renew of Business Improvement District for Fiscal.Year 2008-09 I am in total opposition to renewing the Palm Spring's Business Improvement District assessment. It is a great idea just at the wrong time. The city should put all its efforts in having the staff necessary to expedite all development deals being agreed upon or proposed. Right now Downtown is mostly barren. So even if you justify the advertising of the Palm Springs' brand. You can't deliver on the promise with the status quo as it is in Downtown. Build it and they will come. Thank you. u a Joe rcia. Owz7e Hamburger Mary's C-- o u ro 415 N. Palm Canyon Drive 760/778-MARY \`t� ALMsp� iy ti 41 u m 4`'F°RNX City Council Staff Report DATE: June 18, 2008 PUBLIC HEARING SUBJECT: AN APPEAL BY ROXANN PLOSS REGARDING A DECISION BY THE HISTORIC SITE PRESERVATION BOARD TO TAKE NO ACTION ON A STAY OF DEMOLITION FOR THE PROPERTY CALLED LA SERENA VILLAS LOCATED AT 339 SOUTH BELARDO ROAD, ZONE R-3, SECTION 15. FROM: David H. Ready, City Manager BY: Department of Planning Services SUMMARY The City Council will hear an appeal filed on the decision of the Historic Site Preservation Board (HSPB) to take no action on a stay of demolition for property located at 338 South Belardo Road. The appeal is based on the HSPB's tie vote on the application requesting demolition of Class 3 historic structures which were formally known as La Serena Villas (339 South Belardo Road). RECOMMENDATION 1. Adopt Resolution No. "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL, OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS CALIFORNIA DENYING THE APPEAL AND ALLOWING THE DEMOLITION OF THE BUILDINGS AT LA SERENA VILLAS LOCATED AT 339 SOUTH BELARDO ROAD" PRIOR ACTIONS On September 14, 2004, staff informed the HSPB of the renovation work anticipated for the site. Specifically, the owners intended to Keep the buildings, but replace doors and windows. This report was informational only — no HSPB action was required for the Architectural Approval. ITEM NO. l'A, City Council June 18, 2008, Case 3,2130—Appeal (Stay of Demolition)339 S. Belardo Road Page 2 of 5 On September 20, 2004, for Case 3.2130, a Minor Architectural Approval was given to renovate the property. The project included: • cleaning, repair, and repaint of exterior stucco walls • addition/replacement of windows and doors • addition of an outdoor fireplace • landscape improvements • interior renovations Between October 10, 2004 and June 29, 2005, building permits were issued for remodel and structural upgrades to the site. Work was begun but was never completed. Changes to the property included removal of stucco from several building and removal of site landscaping. On March 12, 2005, the HSPB granted approval by a vote of 4-0-2 for Case 3.2130 for a demolition request of Bldg. 10, which was originally built on the property line with no permits. They also approved the remodel scope of work. (Architectural approval by the HSPB is not part of the Class 3 designation regulations). On March 10, 2008 the Building Department sent a letter to the owner notifying them that their building permits had expired and were given instruction to contact them by April 11, 2008 to avoid possible legal action. On May 13, 2008, the HSPB heard a demolition request from the owner. Three motions to stay the demolition were considered all of which failed on a 3-3 vote. Therefore, the Board did not approve a stay of demolition. On the same day, an appeal was filed opposing the decision of the Board. BACKGROUND AND SETTING The site is comprised of two parcels totaling approximately 0.9 acres. The larger parcel contains eleven buildings, and the smaller parcel is vacant. Both parcels are surrounded by commercial uses to the east, multiple-family/small hotel uses to the north and south, and single-family residential uses to the west_ The small hotel known as Las Serena Villas located at 339 Belardo Road was constructed in 1930's according to the 2004 Historic Resource Survey. The single-story buildings built in the Spanish Eclectic Style generally surround the interior courtyard that once contained a pool. The single-story buildings were finished with stucco exteriors, gabled roofs with red- clay tiles, and eaves that were slightly extended with exposed rafter beams. The buildings also have several rectangular painted brick chimneys set into the side of the structures. After the Architectural Approval was granted on September 20, 2004, work was begun but was never completed. Building permits were issued and renewed several times by the building department. The buildings are standing today, but the majority of them have no stucco on the walls and the clay tiles have been removed from portions of the roofs. City Council June 18,2008, Case 3,2130—Appeal(Stay of Demolition)339 S. Belardo Road Page 3 of 5 Over the course of the project, Code Enforcement issued several Courtesy Notices. Code Enforcement has also contacted the Police Department regarding the property and was advised that the complex is frequently occupied by transients, and is a known route and hide out for people fleeing from the police. The most recent Courtesy Notice to the property owner/property management company on March 28, 2008 required that they submit plans by April 18, 2008 to either resume the renovations, or to demolish the buildings. The owner submitted an application for demolition of the existing buildings on April 25, 2008. ANALYSIS During the meeting of May 13, 2008, the Board noted that the owner had previously committed to renovating La Serena Villas. They expressed concern that the buildings establish a scale, character and context in the neighborhood and that a vacant lot would diminish this neighborhood's definition forever. They also expressed concern about demolishing a Class 3 site and referred to the Potter Clinic, the Monte Vista Hotel, and the nearby Orchid Tree Inn as recently demolished or neglected historic properties. The Board's only option was to place a Stay of Demolition on the property so that research into redesignation to Class 1 status could be undertaken. During the discussion, several Board members stated that they thought it would not be possible to elevate the property to Class 1 status due to the current condition of the property. The owner and his contractor stated that they applied for building permits in 2004 and were granted two extensions to the permits. After receipt of the notice that the permits had expired, the owner filed for a demolition permit. They indicated that it is economically unfeasible to restore the property in today's housing market. Following the HSPB's tie votes on three separate motions, staff stated that no action appeared to be possible on the stay of demolition and that the HSPB's decision would be recorded as not granting the stay. Following the HSPB meeting, an appeal was filed with the Office of the City Clerk asking that the decision allowing demolition of the property be heard by the City Council. The demolition cannot take place until the Council votes on the appeal. The appeal letter states that a discussion took place between staff and the owners implying that newer additions to the hotel were removed so that current owners could move forward with a proper restoration of the hotel. Staff has reviewed the minutes from the September 14, 2004 HSPB meeting in which project's scope and the owner's intent to restore the buildings were presented (see attached minutes). There are no records showing any additions or the removal of any additions to the hotel. Further, the HSPB's review in 2004 was for information purposes only and the Board had no approval authority on the renovation. Staff believes that Board discussions of the project's renovation cannot be considered binding or as any form of action or condition of approval. 000083 City Council June 18,2008, Case 3.2130—Appeal(Stay of Demolition)339 S. Belardo Road Page 4 of 5 REQUIRED FINDINGS As a Class 3 historic site (built before 1945), La Serena Villas may be "eligible for a six- month stay of demolition (Section 8.05.125). The purpose of the stay would be to allow consideration of the property for reclassification to a higher status. In order for the site to be reclassified, it would need to meet one or more of the following conditions: 1. Associated with events that have made a meaningful contribution to the nation, state or community; or 2. Associated with lives of persons who made meaningful contribution to national, state or local history; or 3. Reflects or exemplifies a particular period of the national, state or local history; or 4. Embodies the distinctive characteristics of a type, period or method of construction; or 5. Presents the work of a master builder, designer, artist, or architect whose individual genius influenced his age; or that possesses high artistic value; or 6. Represents a significant and distinguishable entity whose components may lack individual distinction; or 7. Yielded or may be likely to yield information important to national, state or local history or prehistory. Staff has evaluated the subject property and has found none of the defining conditions present that would argue For its reclassification. Thus, it is staffs recommendation that the City Council uphold the decision of the HSPB to take no action on a Stay of Demolition and deny the appeal, therefore allowing the buildings on the site to be demolished. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT This project is categorically exempt from environmental review per Section 15301(L), (3) of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines. NOTIFICATION There are no public notification requirements for this application. If publication of the application or action being appealed was required, the notice of appeal shall be published in like manner. The demolition application did not require notification, therefore the appeal does not require notification. MOM City Council June 18, 2008, Case 3.2130—Appeal (Stay of Demolition)339 S. Selardo Road Page 5 of 5 FISCAL IMPACT: No fiscal impact. A Ewing, AjzP Thomas Wilso , Assistant City Manager Dirbcror of Plan In Services Development Services David H. Ready, City er Attachments: 1. Vicinity Map 2. Draft Resolution 3. Appeal Letter dated May 13, 2008 4. HSPB Staff Report dated May 13, 2008 5. Copy of the 2004 Survey of the property 6. HSPB Minutes dated May 13, 2008 7. HSPB minutes dated March 12, 2005 8. HSPB minutes dated September 14, 2004 9. Code Enforcement Courtesy Notice dated March 28, 2008 10. Building Department Notice dated March 10, 2008 11. Copy of building permit cards for property 12. Photographs aaoa�� Department of Planning Services ,N -N E Vicinity Map I II I I I I I oIl SARISTO RD -- - � I _ _ I I I I ' I I I� I I rc O F � � O O � g a I I � I I SANTA ROSA DR W�W pI I Legend — Project Site - 400 Foot Radius Surrounding Parcels CITY OF PALM SPRINGS CASE NO: 3,2130 MAA DESCRIPTION: Appeal regarding an application for demolition of 11 buildings at 339 S. Belardo Road, APPLICANT: Duet Real Estate, L.P. Class 3 Historic Site, Zone R-3, Section 15 RESOLUTION NO. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS CALIFORNIA DENYING THE APPEAL RECEIVED ON MAY 13, 2008 AND ALLOWING THE DEMOLITION OF THE BUILDINGS AT LA SERENA VILLAS LOCATED AT 339 SOUTH BELARDO ROAD WHEREAS, the buildings located at 339 South Belardo Road were constructed prior to 1945 and are therefore automatically designated a Class 3 Historic Resource under Section 8.05.125 of the Palm Springs Municipal Code; and WHEREAS, the Historic Site Preservation Board (RSPB) may issue a Stay of Demolition on any Class 3 resource for which a demolition permit has been requested; and WHEREAS, on April 25, 2008 the applicant, Jeff Smith of Duet Real Estate LP for La Serena Villas submitted an application to demolish the existing structures, and apply an approved binding agent on the soil at 339 South Belardo Road; and WHEREAS, on May 13, 2008 the RSPB held a public meeting on the application for demolition of the buildings located 339 South Belardo Road; and at which meeting the RSPB considered a staff report, related exhibits and public testimony; and WHEREAS, after considering three motions for a stay of demolition, each of which failed on a 3-3 vote, the HSPB decided not to act on the matter, thereby allowing the demolition to proceed; and WHEREAS, on May 13, 2008, the appellant "Roxann Ploss" filed an appeal to the City Council with the Office of the City Clerk opposing the outcome of the decision of the HSPB, which allows for demolition of the buildings at 339 South Belardo Road, La Serena Villas; and WHEREAS, a public hearing notice is not required for an appeal of a demolition; and WHEREAS, on June 18, 2008 the City Council conducted a public hearing on the appeal of the HSPB decision not to issue a stay of demolition on the the buildings in La Serena located at 339 South Belardo Road; and WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 15301(L)(3) of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines, this project is categorically exempt from environmental review as a demolition of existing facilities; and WHEREAS, the City Council has carefully reviewed and considered all of the evidence presented in connection with the meeting on the appeal, including but not limited to the staff report, and all written and oral testimony presented. THE CITY COUNCIL DOES HEREBY RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS: SECTION 1: Pursuant to CEQA, the City Council finds that the demolition of the buildings at 339 South Belardo Road, La Serena is categorically exempt pursuant to Section 15301(L)(3) as a demolition of existing facilities. SECTION 2: The Council does hereby find that the buildings at 339 South Belardo Road do not meet the criteria for reclassification to a more protective historic class, in that: 1. The buildings are not associated with events that have made a meaningful contribution to the nation, state or community. 2. The buildings are not associated with lives of persons who made meaningful contribution to national, state or local history. 3. The buildings do not reflect or exemplify a particular period of the national, state or local history. 4. The buildings do not embody the distinctive characteristics of a type, period or method of construction. 5. The buildings do not present the work of a master builder, designer, artist, or architect whose individual genius influenced his age; or that possess high artistic value. 6. The buildings do not represent a significant and distinguishable entity whose components may lack individual distinction. 7. The buildings do not yield and are not likely to yield information important to national, state or local history or prehistory. SECTION 3: Based on the above findings, the City Council hereby denies the appeal of May 13, 2008 and allows the buildings located at 339 South Belardo Road to be demolished. ADOPTED THIS 18th day of June, 2008. David H. Ready, City Manager ATTEST: James Thompson, City Clerk OOOW CERTIFICATION STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE ) $s. CITY OF PALM SPRINGS ) I, JAMES THOMPSON, City Clerk of the City of Palm Springs, hereby certify that Resolution No. _ is a full, true and correct copy, and was duly adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Palm Springs on by the following vote: AYES; NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: James Thompson, City Clerk City of Palm Springs, California aaao�� 13 IT Y OF pALI 15pPg1Nv_ ZOUS MAY 13 PH 3, 27 _J CITY CLE.RX A1 � 4'E3's G1 ,J (I J 1` n,c 5� 1 k C� r .• 14- 1 r, o 4e- L jn Ll' `�'rl £ 4� I fi r'G��CF'-'1 K v-i) Y }' ` y-1 P r,r,t.4- Dn o c7 \n'F Cn -1'v,a�- rri -c 6D :1�,- r e .s n r n n1 (-' S.�•� c', 4!�rrl- •c. P o •,� �£I arch o V�c� c1 V Q �0r s \ �Gv ••�-t.� � � -rU �,�r-�-c�, ,- � \ (, �E �c4� �� :-\Esorc �1/rl$}} Tl`(1lr I •\�- 1',�� L_.] c+Y"f�1 `}.i C�� Yl ti't1l''lII .!_lam 4" 4�t1� c a-7 C\ �V I \\ �Lic [}` �(•�aG�I r_ ,=�r a7 3= a-gC70 Jay Thompson From: ROXANN [riploss@dc.rr.com] Sent: Tuesday, May 13, 2008 1:18 PM To: Jay Thompson (Jay.Thompson@palmsprings-ca.gov); Craig Ewing (Craig.Ewing@palmsprings- ca.gov) Subject: La serena villas Jay and Craig, Apparently the deadlocked decision on the La Serena at the HSPB will allow the place to be torn down, Is that true,or does it still have to go before the Planning Commission and the City Council? Is there an appeal process? This place has lain dormant for over four years and the promises from the outset was to bring it back to full glory. Please let me know asap....as there are many of us who do not want to see a reprise of the Rael project debacle. There was a functioning building with shops in it one day and bulldozed the next. I know that is not the case with La Serena but the expectation has always been 'renovation" not demolition. Thank you for your time, Roxann ploss J FREE Animations for your email-By IncrediMad!Click Here! 5/19/2008 Jay Thompson From: Sheryl Hamlin [sherylham]in@earthlink.net] Sent: Wednesday, May 14, 2008 8:54 AM To: Jay.Thompson@palmsprings-ca.gov; Craig Ewing Cc: Roxanne Ploss; roathdesign@earthlink.net; gene Dippel Subject: La Serena Villas Demolition Attached 1. Addendum to Citizen Ploss' appeal. 2. Previous HTCNO appeal for Cahuilla Street 3. Historic Resources List of 2003 Please confirm receipt. Thanks. 5/19/2008 TO: Palms Springs City Clerk for the Palm Springs City Council FROM: Historic Tennis Club Neighborhood Organisation and Historic Tennis Club District Hotel Association REGARDJNG: Case 5.0909 CUP Estrella Inn--street improvements surrounding the Estrella Inn DATE: July S,2003 The residents of the Historic Tennis Club Neighborhood Organization and the small inns of the Historic Tennis Club District I-Tote] Association wish to appeal to the Palm Springs City Council the decision of the Palm Springs Planning Commission made on June 25,2003, regarding the above referenced CUP. Specifically,these organizations ask for reconsideration of the Planning Commission's decisions requiring cement curb and sidewalk on Cahuilla Street,as well as the denial of proposed 45 degree parking on Belardo Road. These organizations have standing to appeal because they are both aggrieved patties whose property rights and interests will be directly and adversely affected by the Planning Commission's decisions. Both of these appellant groups have met on several occasions with the Developer of the Estrella inn as wet I as with representatives from Palm Spring's Planning and Engineering Departments. At a meeting on May 7, 2003,these groups reached the following consensus: First,to install curbs and sidewalks on Cahuilla would damage the longstanding rural and historic character of the existing Tennis Club neighborhood.These aspects of the neighborhood's rural, rustic,and village atmosphere are some of the very reasons the small inns in the neighborhood, which total more than 1000 rooms, are so successful. Many of the neighborhood residents have chosen to invest and live in this particular neighborhood for these same reasons. 'There are no sidewalks on either side of the subject property, and probably never will be due to physical limitations alone. Further,there is very little curb and gutter along this part of Cahuilla Street or within the entire neighborhood. Residents and inns alike prefer the existing conditions, and do not want ecmcml curbs, gutters, or sidewalks installed. The appellants believe that there are other means of making street improvements which address both neighborhood concerns and City engineering concerns of durability, drainage, and Flood control. Second,the Estrella Inn should be allowed to install 45 degree parking on Belardo Road in front of its restaurant, for two reasons: 1) because it provides 10-12 additional parking spaces in a neighborhood already heavily impacted with parking concerns; and, 2) because the angled parking would help in the neighborhood's efforts to implement traffic calming measures, by helping slow speeding traffic traveling through the neighborhood. This sort of 45 degree parking has been successfully used on busy Arenas Road and The Plaza, and has now been proposed for Palm Canyon in front of Fashion Plaza. On June 7,2003,the Palms Springs Design Review Committee determined that sidewalks on Cahuilla would be inappropriate, and ruled that small segments of existing curb and sidewalk should be removed. On June 25, 2003, the Palm Springs Planning Commission overturned the Design Review Committee, requiring cement curbs, parking bays and sidewalks along Cahuilla. The 45 degree parking proposal for Belardo Road was denied by the Design Review Committee. It appeared to the appellants that the discussions at the June 25" Planning Commission meeting were confusing and disorganized, as discussed in item 2, below. The appellants cite the following grounds for appealing the Planning Commission's decision: 1. The decision violated the Patens Springs General Plan by not protecting or preserving the historical character of the Tennis Club neighborhood and for failing to develop an alternate treatment to standard engineering solutions of curb,gutter, and sidewalk, that would maintain the neighborhood's character. General Plan Objective 5.16 is to preserve a high qualily environment 111roughoul residenlial neighborhoods; - 0 0 0 0 1 a General Plan O6,lective 5.8 is to engage in the long terns preservation of significant architectural, historical, and cultural buildings and neighborhoods, General Plan Policy 5.16.6 states that public inipi ovemcnis (for curb, grrlters, sideivalks, etc.) may be modified, where a neighborhood plan has been developed to provide adequate alternative, in order to provide for the maintenance Of neighborhood character• General Plan Policy 5.8.4 supports the establishment of historic districts when supported by a suitable concentration of historical structures and by propero,owners 2. Procedure and discussions during the June 25"' Planning Commission meeting were confused and unclear. The paperwork given the Planning Commission did not match the discussion, and the motion made did not speak specifically to the work to be done, A motion was made"as modi ficd"without the modifications being stated for the record. There were inconsistencies and errors. Dimensions stated do not match the actual property dimensions. For example, the City's document refers to an existing 130 foot long segment of sidewalk, but no such length of sidewalk exists on the Estrella property of even anywhere on the City block where the Estrella is located. 3. There is precedence for the appellant's requested modification in the Movie Colony,where the west side of Miraleste is treated with gravel as part of a new development. 4. There is no neighborhood or business support for the Planning Commission's decision. The Estrella inn developer has made a major investment in the community and has worked diligently with the appellants to reach sensible and aesthetic solutions. The Estrella Inn agrees with the neighborhood appellants' position. 5. Traffic assumptions for Cahuilla that designate it a major"collector"street are based on a 10 year old and incorrect General Plan assumption of 4% growth. Growth in Palm Springs has been only 1%during this period. Cahuilla should not be regarded as a major collector street. It is in fact a narrow strcel, less than two lanes wide, and partially dirt on this block. The historic inns in the neighborhood are residential in character. Many in fact have long term residents. There are inns scattered throughout the neighborhood. It is inappropriate and disrespectful to the unique historical character of the neighborhood to determine that Cahuilla or other neighborhood streets should be designated collectors or major streets in an attempt to justify a more commercial treatment ol`street improvements for Cahuilla than is actually justified or desired by either businesses or residents of the neighborhood. John Wcssman has discussed with the neighborhood and the City the possibility of making Cahuilla into a cul- de-sac as part of his pending luxury condominium development at Cahuilla and Barristo. in this case Cahuilla would not even be a through street,much less a "collector" street as designated in the outdated, 10 year old General Plan. in conclusion,the appellants respectfully request that the Planning Commission's decision on the specific street improvements requiring cement curbs and sidewalks for Cahuilla be overturned so that a more creative and nciahborhood- compatible alternative may be developed. The appellants also request that the decision against the 45 degree parking plan on Belardo be overturned in the interest of finding a parking solution that maximizes the available parking in the neighborhood while helping calm traffic. On behalf of the Historic Tennis Club Neighborhood Organization and the Historic Tennis Club District Hotel Association, we thank you for processing this appeal and forwarding it to members of the Palm Springs City Council. Sheryl Hamlin, FITCNO Board Member Barbara Proctor, I-ITCNO Board Member 565 W. Santa Rosa Drive, PS, CA 92262, ph. 318-9344 424 S. Monte Vista Drive,PS, CA 92262,ph. 416-4139 Blissa Goforth, HTCDHA Secretary 175 S. Cahuilla,PS, CA 92262, ph 320-9346 QU��kx TO: Palm Springs City Clerk for the City Council FROM: Sheryl Hamlin and Marshall Roath RE: Demolition of La Serena Villas DATE: March 14, 2008 We wish to appeal the demolition of La Serena Villas located at 339 South Belardo in Palm Springs. When the KOR Group bought this property in 2003, La Serena Villas was a working hotel providing Palm Springs TOT. It was also listed on the Historic Resources Survey of 2003 (attached). Marshall Roath, who was then President of the Historic Tennis Club Neighborhood Organization and a professional designer, walked the property with a representative of the KOR Group who explained their plans For renovating the property. At that time, several structures were identified which had been added and were not original. KOR was allowed to demolish those structures- '(his was at the height of the real estate boom and the neighborhood expected quick action. During this period, the neighborhood also appealed a decision regarding the Cahuilla Street landscaping that KOR had proposed. The Palm Springs City council voted to uphold the appeal. Thereafter, KOR produced an excellent landscaping plan for Cahuilla approved by the neighborhood, but which was never implemented. They recently asked for a scaled down version of this landscaping plan which did not include La Serena Villas, citing financial reasons. But it is obvious now that KOR had intended to demolish La Serena Villas because they weren't planning to landscape the section of Cahuilla associated with La Serena Villas. The proposed demolition is a breach of faith with the city and the neighborhood. Furthennore, KOR's mishandling of the property in the four years of their ownership amounts to demolition by neglect. Recently the RSPB was deadlocked (3-3) in discussing this demolition. No historic studies were given to this committee to use in their deliberations. A stay of demolition should be issued and a historic survey conducted on this property. HSPB should re-hear this item given the historic background of the property. Furthermore,the city of Palm Springs should cite and line the KOR group for gross negligence in taking care of this property wherein all landscaping has died. 0000i' 5 Palm Springs Citywide Historic Resources Survey 2003 List of 200 Resources for which Primary Records were completed Date of Address Direction street APN Construction Resource Name 00)Gbo1- er.c 277 East Alelo Road 'iuii en un i-n,,, 1966 Villa Alelo 2027 Jacques Drive 501 142 003 esidonce 2555 North Via Miraleste $01 $50 007 1950-1970 Frances Crocker Literary Racquet Club $g0 I Eas[ Road 501 590 009 19J64 Fire Station No 3 Hugh M and Rosemary 1897 East Bolding Drive 502032003 1959 Ka tur Residence Desert Palma 194711990s 1950 East Drive 502033 oil (alterations) House of Tomorrow Tahquitz Canyon 2244 East Way 502 085 001-014 1950 Desert Nall Tahqudz Canyon Riverside County 325E East Way 502 210 017 1952 Courthouse-P.S Branch 161-199 South Civic Drive 502 220 001-010 Office Complex Tahqudz Canyon 2990E East Way E02 220 018 Prudential Bulldmq Palm Springs Unified School 333 South Farrell Drive 502230003 District Building St.Theresa's Catholic 2800 East Ramon Road 502 240 008-010 1968 Church Indian Canyon 504 oan e.".`t Seri r 11 193411945$19605 2743 North Drive 0"I um pan up rip" (additions) Racquet Club 2664 North Cardillo Avenue E04 072 011 1936 Chuck Coffman House Palm Canyon William Cody Shell 2798 North Drive 504 091 001 1954 Company Gas Station 1011 West Cielo Drive E04 201 024 1965 residence 1021 West Cialo Drive 504 201 027 1968-69 Max Palevsky Residence Chlno Canyon 645 West Road E04 211 003 residence 711 West Panorama Road 504 213 ON Edna Root Rosidonco Palm Canyon 2277 North Drive 504 242 008 1945 Desert Inn Visitor Center 424 Wesc Vista Chino 504292010 1951-1952 May House Palm Canyon Williams Office Building 1701 North Drive E04 310 dig (formerly Don's Drups) 1350 Ladora Circle 505 082 011 012 1962 House Of Tomorrow 1295 North Via Monte Vista 505 084 001 residence 1123 North Via Monte Vista 605 094 002 1958 residence 1194 North Vista Vespero $05 094 007 residence Palm Canyon Las Palmas Liquors 1595 North Drivo 505165 010 Germain Bros Liquor) City of Palm Springs Department of Planning and Zoning Page 1 000018 Palm Springs Citywide Historic Resources Survey 2003 List of 200 Resources for which Primary Records were completed Date o Address Direction Street APN Construction Resource Name 591 Wast Stevens Road $05 171 001 residence 425 Camino Norte 505 174 016 1952 residence 36S Camino Norte 606 174 010 resldence Palm Canyon 1465-14901 North Drive S06 134 002 003 Montana Plaza Indian Canyon 1305 I North Drive SOS 184 012 1929 residence 1415 North Demino Centro 505 192 005 1963-64 residence 321 West Vereda Sur 505 202 007 residence 1154 Camino Mirasol SOS 202 016 residence Palm Canyon 1345 North Drive SOS 211 013 1956 Harold Hicks Real Estate 260 West Vereda Sur 1 505 221 011 residence 1145 Camino Mirasol 505 231 005 19205 "While TIIos' Palm Canyon Palm Springs Liquors 1200 North Drive 50524$004 Building 999 North Patencio Road 505 251 005 1957-1069 J J Robinson House 334 West Hermosa Place 505 252 011 1926-1930 Seymour Lazar 432 West Hermosa Place SOS 252 028 Dinah Shore Residence Palm Canyon 10$1,1087 North Drive 505 251 006 19d6 Seeburq Bulldlnq 155 West Hermosa Place 505 203 009 1946 The Villa Hermosa Palm Canyon 1000 North Drive SOS 25$006 1947 Potter Clinic Building Palm Canyon N6w,World Marketplace' 849 North Drive 505253010 1950 Bulldlnq Palm Canyon 679 North Drive 505283012 1947 Camera Exchange Building Palm Canyon 891-899 North Drive 505263013 1953 Nichols 11 Bulldlnq 176 East El Alameda 505 265 012 1936 Harlow Heaven Palm Canyon 765 North jDrie 505 286 002 19$4 Kocher-Samson Building nyon 783 North SOS 286 010 Casa Palmeras 300 West lace SO5 293 005 Mile Serena Residence 641 North Road 505 294008 1930 Dorothy Hoover Mouse nyon641 Northe 505 302 006 1945153-193 West lace 505 302 012,013 1960s Mofito Manor&Merit Place nyon687 Northe 505 30"027 1947 Dollard Building City of Palm Springs Department of Planning and Zoning Page 2 000017 Palm Springs Citywide Historic Resources Survey 2003 List of 200 Resources for which Primary Records were completed Date of Address Direction Street APN Construction Resource Name Palm Canyon Howard Lapham Office 666 North Drive 505 303 012 Buildin 444 West Chino Drive 505 311 006 residence 591 North Palencia Road 505 312 004 1937 residence The Cloisters-Liberaae 501 North Sclardo Road 505 323 001 1 1930 Compound Indian Canyon 1480 North Drive 507 024 015 1948 Casa de Camera 694 East Mel Avenue 507 081 003 1937 residence Raymond Cree Middle 1011 East Vista China 507 100 031 School Avenida Palos 996 Verdes 507 154 001 1933-1944 residence Avenida Palos 976 North Verdes 507154004 1946 residence 953 North Avenida Palmas 507154005 residence Avenida Palos 828 Verdes 507 153 006 residence Avenida Palos 946 North Verdes 507163013 1932 residence 928 North Avenida Palmas 507 164 001 1929-30 Cary Grant ROGIdepCL Indian Canyon 726 North I Drive 507 161 01 C 1936 The Movie Colony Hotel Indian Canyon 540 North Drive 507183006 Spanish Inn $57 North Via Miralc to 507 155 001 1930 Invernada 487 East Valmonle Norte 507186007 1937-1944 residence Indian Canyon 572 North Drive 507195 018 Commercial Bulldinq 611 1 North Phillips Road 507 201 005 1962 Abernathy House Buena Vista Bob&Dolores Hope 1014 Drive 507221010 1935 Residence 1052 East El Alameda 507 231 004 1937 residence 1011 East El Alameda 507 233 001 Lee Miller Adobe 1029 East El Alameda 607 233 002 1935 residence 1385 East El Alameda 507 253 005 Frances Lederer Residence 1272 East Vefbora Drive 507 25$009 1954 Donald Wexler RcsiderlC6 originally Pullman Family 1320 Tamarisk Road 507 255 006 Residence 1145 East Via Colusa 507 274 003 1945 residence former clubhouse for the El 1220 North Via Donna 507 510 033 1925 Mlrador Golf Club 1200 Easy Pasco EI Mirsdor 507 520 023 1939 residence 1250 East Pasco EI Mlrador 507 530 001 1956 residence City of Palm Springs Department of planning and Zoning Page 3 �OOOaB Palm Springs Citywide Historic Resources Survey 2003 List of 200 Resources for which Primary Records were completed Datg o Address Direction Street APN Construetlon Resource Name Indian Canyon 454.452 North Drive 508 031 DID 19SO Commercial Building Indian Canyon 5n5 031 021 Downtown Shell Company 300 North Drive 506 031 014 1950 Gas Slatlon Indian Canyon 290 North Drive 50B 041 DOB Commercial Building Palm Springs Main Post 333 East Amado Road 508 041 009 Office Building Indian Canyon 100 1 North I Drive 508 0,91603 1955-1959 Spa Motel 211 North Sunrise Way 508 C70 016 197o The Gas Company Bulldlnq Indian Canyon 100 South Drive 508 081 002 1960 Welmas Plaza Tahquitz Canyon 401,493 East Way 508 052 001 1960 NCIA Commercial Building 449 East Arenas Road SO6 U85 002 Royal S do s A artments Indian Canyon 440-460 South Drive $06 094 016 1960 Commercial Buildin 1300 East Barisio Road 508 100 024 Plaza Racquet Clutl Tahquitz Canyon Jane Augustine Paranoia 1095 East Way 508 100 034 Cemetery Indian Canyon Soo South Drive 508 121 001 1958 Security Flrst National Bank 324 South Calle Alo 506122003 1935 Lucille Taylor Residence 552�S5$ South Collis Ale 508 122 006 1935-1936 residence 553-557 1 South Calle Encilia SOB 122 015 1937 residence 545 1 South Calle Palo Flerro 505 125 015 1928 residence 526 South Calla Pala Flerro 508 141 002 1935 Grimm House First Church of Christ 60S South Riverside Drive 505191 015 1956-57 Scientist San Lorenzo 555 East Road 502 1n2 022 Triangle Inn Warm Sands SSS South Dove 1 500 213 001 Warm Sands Vllas 643 Souill Thornhill Road 508 220 008 Thornhill Apartments 1357 East Camino Ama ola 508 234 003 residence 1311 East Camino Ama o1a 508234005 1948 L nbrookApartments William Gray Purcell 252 East Ocotillo Avenue SOB 292 on 1933 Residence 140 East Ocotillo Avenue 505 292 022 residence 133 East Ccohdo Avenue 508 301 002 19932 residence 146 East Moron go Road 508 301 022 1035 Jacobs Residence 131 East Momngo Road 508 302 027 1940-1954 residence 4$5 East Avenida Palmera 1 508 352 001 1953 residence City of Palm 5pring5 Department of Planning and Zoning Page 4 OHM Palm Springs Citywide Historic Resources Survey 2003 List of 200 Resources for which Primary Records were completed Date of Address Direction Street APN Construction Resource Name 797 East Sonora Road 506 362 001 1947 Lavin House 1$20 South Driftwood Drive 505 402 005 1950 Holden Residence 1275 South Calle De Maria 508 403 003 1955 residence Palm Canyon 1050 East Drive 508432019 1952 L'Honzon Garden Hotel 1760-1944 South Araby Drive S10 070 001•031 Park South Condominiums Smokc Tree Ranch Rock 212L 510104007 1934 Residence 2605 Anza Trail 510 140 01$ residence 2290 South Blsnaga Avenue 510 210 012 1925 residence Originally Goldberg Family 2340 Southridge Drive 510 250 006 1967 Residence 2175 Southndqe Drive $10 250 0$1 1956 Arthur Elrod Rcsldence 2399 Southridge Drive 510 260 020 1978 "La Piedra" 2466 Soulhrid c Drive 510 260 026 1979 Bob I•lo a Residence Twin Palms District 1057 East Twin Palms Drivel 611 032 008 1957 Contributor Twin Palms District 1025 East Twin Palms Drive 511 032 010 1957 Contributor Twin Palms District 100$ East Twin Palms Drive 511 032 011 1957 Contributor Twin Palms District 1070 East A aChG Road 511 052 013 1957 Contributor Twin Palms District 1051 La Jolla Road 511 034 002 1957 Contributor Twin Palms DISVILI 1027 La Jolla Road 511 034 005 1957 Contributor Palm Canyon 1111 EastffAD Drive511 035 128 1955 Ocotillo Locos Twin Palms Discnct 1525 South ve 511 043 003 1957 Contributor Twin Palms District 1828 South ive 511053001 1557 Contributor Twin Palms District 991 d 511 054 005 1957 Contributor n 1963-54l200o Caliente Thep=Hotel and 411 East511060006 renovation Restaurant amanyon Royal Hawaiian Estates 1774 South Drive 511 070 001-041 1960s Condominiums 301 North Belardo Road S l i 070 00n 010 1927 D Donnell Golf Course Indian Canyon $11 North Drive 513 081 011 1940 Greyhound Bus Station Palm Canyon 401-d07 North Drive 513 082 013 1545 Commercial Bulldinp Palm$phng5 Chamber of 190 West Amado Road 513 082 018 1957 Commerce Building Palm Canyon 4e5.477 North Drive 513 082 034 1935-1940 Casa do 1561as Arlos Palm Canyon 255 North Drive 513 091 016 1930s Commercial Building City of Palm Springs Department of Planning and Zoning Page 5 000020 Palm Springs Citywide Historic Resources Survey 20D3 List of 200 Resources for which Primary Records were completed Date of Address Direction Street APN Construction Resource Name Indian Canyon 119 North Drive 513 092 004 1945 Commercial Buddlp Palm Canyon 174 North Drive 613 092 010 154a The Town&CounLry Center 550 West Palisades Drip 513 110 043 1945-60 residence 600 West Palisades Drive 513 110 044 1059 Russell House 137 South Tah wtz Dnve 613120 010 1929 Flnklns House 139 South Tah ultz Drive 513 120 011 1937 Villa Amalfi 141 Soulh Tah ullz Drive 513120 013 1929 residence 143 Soulh Tah uilz Drive 513120 015 1930 O'Sullivan Residence 147 South Tahquilz Drive 512 120 Ole 1929 Crocker House 257 South Patencio Road 513 132 005 1924 Kcrakia Pensione 529 West Arenas Road 613 132 017 19205 Arenas Gardens Hotel 141 South Cahullla Road 513 141 005 1936 Frances Winter Nome 370 West Arenas Road 513 141 011 1947 The Hideaway 175 South Cahullla Road $13 141 016 Casa Cod 194711963(2nd 200 West Arenas Road 513 142 003 sory addition) Chase Holel Palm Canyon 191 South Ddve 513 143 005 Adagio Galleries Bulldlnq 150 South Belardo Road 513 143 000 1025 Oasis Hotel Palm Canyon 101-121 Soulh Drive 513143 009 Oasis Commercial Building 515 152014 201 South Belardo Road 513 152 019 1934 Orchid Tres Hotel 701 West Bansto Road 513 181 022 1937/1947 Palm Springs Tennis Club 590 West Linda Visla Drive 513 193 014 residence 550 West Linda Vista Drive 513 193 018 residence 891 West Linda Vista Drive 513 193 025 Casa de Suenos $18 West Pablo Drive 513 201 004 1934 residence P31Scull Cahwlls Road 513 202001 1940 Palm Sprinps Womon's Club West Barislo Road 513 202 002 1947 Dul Marcoe HolelSouth Belardo Road 513 202009 19308 La S6rena VIIIas Palm Canyon South Drive 513203006 1956 Commercao SU1 Ing Palm Canyon 333-343 South Drive 513 203 013 1953 The Alley Palm Canyon Wessman Development _ 300 Sol Dnve 5t3204005 C'.omparry Building City of Palm Springs Department of Planning and Toning Page a Q'p Palm Springs Citywide Historic Resources Survey 2003 List of 200 Resources for which Primary Records were completed [late of Address Direction Street APN Construction Resource Name 430 South Cahuilla Road 513 212 002 1948 The Colony Apartments 415 South 8elardo Road 513 212 004 1930s Estrella Inn Palm Canyon 499 South Drive 513 213 005 1950 Washin ton Mutual Palm Canyon 456.464 1 South Drive 1 513 214 005 1950 Commercial Building Palm Canyon 588 South Drive 513 280 004 1050 Bank of America 513 351 006 365 Alta Vista Road 513 351 008 1936 residence 324 West Overlook Road 513 362 012 1930s residence 220 West OvorlooK Road 513 372 013 1926-1928 residence 210 West El Camino Way I 513 37d 009 1945 residence Palm Canyon Moorten Gardens and 17$5 South Drive 51337501D Residence Palm Canyon 1757 South Drive 613 376 018 1940 residence 1907 South Mesa Drive 513 390 031 1933 residence Camino Buena 272 West Vista 512400004 residence Camino Mr &Mrs Johnny Mercer 282 West Carmelita 513400024 1937 Residence 1995 $Quth Camino Monte E13 410 001 1930 Shlip of the Dosert 400 West Arenas Road 513 470 002-000 The Four Hundred 700 West Ramon Road E13 660 005 Rose Cottage Tahquitz Canyon Palm Springs Imemational $400 East Way 677 P70 n19-n9n 1965 Airport 606 South Oleander Road 680 094 001 Veterinary Medical Buildlnq Seven Lakes Seven Lakes Condominiums d100 Drive 681 020 006 195d and Country Club 2000 block Southfid a Drive 661 080 001-052 Rimcrest Condominiums 1300 La Verne Way none 1971 Fire Station No 4 200-298 201-299 East Arenas Read various Commorcial Block 1800 South Sunrise Way various 1927• Smoke Tree Ranch City of Palm Springs Dopartmont of Planning and Zoning Pagc 7 000022 Jay Thompson From: PSMORESTUFF@aol.com Sent: Thursday, May 15, 2008 3:33 PM To: Jay.Thompson@palmsprings-ca.gov Subject: re: LA SERENA CITY CLERK...PALM SPRINGS, CA PLEASE ADD MY NAME TO THE APPEAL PRESENTED BY ROXANN PLOSS CONCERNING THE LA SERENA HOTEL IN THE TENNIS CLUB AREA. THIS SHOULD REMAIN ON THE HISTORIC SITE INVENTORY.....WE DO NOT WANT THESE INTIMATE HISTORICAL BUILDINGS TO BE DESTROYED, NOR DO WE WISH TO HAVE THEM SWEPT UNDER THE RUG FOR FOUR YEARS IN THE BELIEF WE WILL FORGET ABOUT THEM. LOSING ANOTHER SMALL HOTEL IS LIKE HARVESTING ORGANS FROM A LIVING BEING....IT MAY MAKE A FEW PEOPLE MONEY, BUT IT WILL, IN THE LONG RUN, HURT PALM SPRINGS HISTORY. THANK YOU..... ANITA BLAIR MARTIN PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA 760 416 2375 MICHAEL MARTIN PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA 760 416 2375 CHINA GILFOY PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA 760 327 3077 DON COOK PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA 760 327 3077 Wondering what's for Dinner TonighP Get new twists on family favorites at AOL Food. 00002R 5/15/2009 Jay Thompson From: ElissaGoforth@aol.com Sent: Thursday, May 15, 2008 10:38 AM To: Jay.Thompson@palmsprings-ca gov Subject: La Serena Appeal Please add my name to the appeal. Elissa Goforth, 175 S. Cahuilla Rd., Palm Springs, CA. The phone number is 760-320-9346, Casa Cody. I am on the board of the Historic Tennis Club and we have been more than patient concerning the actions of the Viceroy only because we expected the property to be renovated properly. Elissa Goforth, Manager of Casa Cody Wondering what's for Dinner Tonight's Get new twists on family favorites at AOL Food. IYUUfJG� 5/15/2008 Jay Thompson From: ElissaGoforth@aol.com Sent: Wednesday, May 21, 2008 10:44 AM To: Jay.Thompson@palmsprings-ca.gov Subject: La Serena Appeal I have contacted Therese Mayes and Frank Tysen the owners of Casa Cody Inn. They both are out of the country and requested that their names be added to those on the list for the Appeal for La Serena. We appreciate your help in this matter. Elissa Goforth, Manager Casa Codylnn Get trade secrets for amazing burgers. Watch "Cooking with Tyler Florence" on_ApL Food. 5/2]/2008 000025 Jay Thompson From: Marilyn will Sent: Tuesday, June 10, 2008 2:11 PM To: jay.thompson@palmsprings-ca.gov Subject: Fw: LA SERENA VILLAS --- On Mon, 5119108, marilyn will From: Marilyn will <rnsuew1112@yahoo.corn> Subject: LA SERENA VILLAS To:j.thompson@palmsprings-ca.gov Date: Monday, May 19, 2008, 8:52 PM To: Jay Thompson, City Clerk City of Palm Springs As a concerned citizen of Palm Springs, I would like to support Roxann Ploss with her appeal to save from demolition the La Serena Villas at 330 S. Belardo Road. This is one of our few remaining historic sights left in our Village and should be preserved. We have already lost too many significant buildings because of hasty decisions. It seems the Historic Site Preservation Board and city should further pursue options other than demolition and save this 1930's hotel. Marilyn Will Palm Springs 6/11/2008 00008 ;OFpALM SAQ C 4<IFO RNA Historic Site Preservation Board Staff Report Date: May 13, 2008 Case No.: 3.2130 Demo Application Type: Class 3 Historic Site - Demolition Location: 339 Belardo Road Applicant: Duet Real Estate, L.P. Zone: R3 (Multi-Family Residential and Hotel Zone) General Plan: SH (Small Hotel) APN: 513-202-009, 513-202-010 From: Scott Taschner, Planning Technician PROJECT DESCRIPTION An application by Duet Real Estate, owner, for the demolition of multiple buildings at 339 Belardo Road. RECOMMENDATION That the Historic Site Preservation Board approve the request to demolish the buildings at 339 Belardo Road and take no action to re-designate it to a higher, more protective historic status. PRIOR ACTIONS TAKEN ON THE PROJECT On September 20, 2004 staff approved renovations to the existing buildings, grounds, and the removal of the swimming pool, 000027 On March 8, 2005 the HSPB granted approval of a demolition request of bldg. 10. BACKGROUND AND SETTING The site in question contains two parcels totaling approximately 0.9 acres. The larger parcel has eleven buildings on the site, and the smaller parcel is vacant. Both parcels are bounded by commercial uses to the east, multiple-family/small hotel uses to the north and south, and single family residential uses to the west. The small hotel known as Las Serena Villas located at 339 Belardo Road was constructed in 1930's according to the 2004 Historic Resource Survey. The single-story buildings generally surround the interior courtyard that once contained a pool. The single-story buildings had stucco exteriors, gabled and covered roofs with red-clay tiles, and eaves that are slightly extended with exposed rafter beams. The buildings also have several rectangular painted brick chimneys set into the side of the structures. On September 20, 2004 approval was given to renovate the property. This included a clean/repair/repaint of exterior stucco walls, addition/replacement of windows, addition of an outdoor fireplace, and interior renovations. The work began but was never completed. Currently the site has no landscaping. The buildings are standing, but have no siding_ Code Enforcement issued a Courtesy Notice to the property owner/property management company on March 28, 2008 requiring that they submit plans by April 18, 2008 to either resume the renovations, or to demolish the buildings. The client has submitted plans for demolition of the existing buildings. DESCRIPTION AND ANALYSIS Section 8.05.125 of the Municipal Code designates historic sites into three classifications; the subject property is Class 3 by the fact that it was originally constructed prior to 1945- Properties so classified are eligible for a six-month stay of demolition. Action of the HSPB may include recommendation to reclassify. REQUIRED FINDINGS Definition of an Historic Site. Section 8.05.020 of the Municipal Code provides the definition of an historic site as follows,- (a) Historic Site. An historic site is any real property such as: a building, a structure, including but not limited to archways, tiled areas and similar architectural elements, an archaeological excavation or object that is unique or significant because of its location, design, setting, materials, workmanship or aesthetic effect and: 2 000028 1. That is associated with events that have made a meaningful contribution to the nation, state or community; or 2. That is associated with lives of persons who made meaningful contribution to national, state or local history; or 3. That reflects or exemplifies a particular period of the national, state or local history; or 4. That embodies the distinctive characteristics of a type, period or method of construction; or 5. That presents the work of a master builder, designer, artist, or architect whose individual genius influenced his age, or that possesses high artistic value; or 6. That represents a significant and distinguishable entity whose components may lack individual distinction; or 7. That has yielded or may be likely to yield information important to national, state or local history or prehistory. Staff has evaluated the subject property and has found none of the defining conditions Present that would argue for its reclassification. Thus it is staff s recommendation that the applicant be allowed to demolish the structure as requested. ENVIRONMENTAL. ASSESSMENT This project is categorically exempt from environmental review per Section 15301(L), (1) of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines. NOTIFICATION There are no public notification requirements for this application. y'5E0 Taschne „ nning Technician Craig A. Ewing, AICP Director of Planning Services ATTACHMENTS 1. Vicinity Map 2. Photographs 3. 2004 Survey on 339 Belardo Road 3 000029 St I Page I of I Resource Name or#: (Assigned by recorder) La Serena Villas P1. Other Identifier: P2. Location; E]Not for Publication 2 Unrestricted a. County Riverside and (P2b and Plc orP2d Attach a!_ocaliorr Map as necessary) b. USGS 7.5'Quad Palm Springs Date 1996 T R 114 of 1/4 of Sec B.M. c. Address 339 South Bjardo Road — Cily Palm SpringsSprings Zip 92262_ J. UTM:(Give more than mne—for large and/or linear resources) Zone 11 ME/ mN e. Other Locafforial Data: parcel#,directions to resource,elevation,etc_,as appropriate) City of Palm Springs Section 15 Parcel No. 513 202 009 P3a. Description:(Describe resource and its major elements-Include design,materials,condition,alterations,size,setting,and boundaries) Constructed in the 1930s, La Serena Villas at 339 South BQlardo is.1 single-story hole]built in the Spanish Eclectic Style and was at one time known as the Sequoia. The plan is generally rectangular surrounding an interior courtyard with a pool. The roofs are gabled and covered with arched red-clay the shingles;eaves are slightly extended and rafter beams have been felt exposed. There are several rectangular painted brick chimneys set into the side of the structures. Exterior walls are finished in stucco and painted yellow- Sloping roofs have been added to the principal roofs to form small overhangs supported by squared posts. Windows have boon replaced with aluminum sliders and are flanked by false, fixed shutters, painted green- On the structure at the west side of the courtyard,a small tower rises above the principal roofline; the sides of the tower taper upward and are punctured by several canales- The main entrance is located through a small wood gate at the east(main)fagade- The La Serena Villas hotel is fronted by a wide swath of pavement parking space and surrounded by lush gardens and Mature landscaping- 43b.Resource Attributes: HP5-Hotel/Motel P4. Resources Present: Z Building C1 Structure []Object 0 Site E]—District EJ Element of District—EYOther_(Isolales'etc.) P5b. Description of Photo- P5a. Photo or Drawing(Photo required for buildings,structures,and objects.) (View,date,accession#) View West y' PG.Date Constructed/Age and Sources: �R Z Historic E]Prehistoric C1 Both 1938:Palm Springs HSPB List(1987) P7.Owner and Address: La Serena Villas LIc 760 IN La Cienega Blvd fg Los Angeles CA 90069 Pa.Recorded by; Maley/Petrin/TinsleyiWatson Architectural Resources Group Pier 9, The Embarcadero San Francisco, CA 94111 P9. Date Recorded; August 2003 P10.Survey Type(Describe) Reconnaissance Survey P1 1.Report Citation:(Cite survey report and other sources,or enter'none.") Architectural Resources Group, City of Palm Springs Historic Resources Survey Summary Report,2004 )�ttachrnents: 0 None CJ Continuation Sheet ❑District Record CJ Rock Art Record 0 Other(List) F1 Location Map CJ Building, Structure, and Object Record ❑Linoaf Feature Record E]Artifact Record [I Sketch Map E]Archaeological Record 111 Milling Station Record [I Photograph Record OPR 523A (1M) /�, gq21o2 Z3 r't Agency Scat¢of California—The Resources Ser. No, DEPARTMENTOF PARKS AND RECREATION HABS HAER— NR -5— SHL Loe� UTM: A B HISTORIC RESOURCES INVENTORY C D r lA IDENTIFICATION La —SH- wa— Lo' 1. Common name: r-�Z�eha \I I I�n i 2. Historic name: La Stre-na 3. Street or rural address: 344 Ca h u i l l a Road Ll&i city Palm Springs zip, q 2County Riverside 4. Parcel number: 513-202-QO3-6 5. Present Owner: ynknown Address: i City Zip Ownership is: Public Private X 6- Present Use: motel- hotel Original use: motel - hotel DESCRIPTION 7a. Architecturalstyle: Vernacular Wood Frame 7b. Briefly describe the present physical description of the site or structure and describe any major alterations from its original condition: La Suena is a commercial court or bungalow hotel The houses are of stucco with t he gabled roofs . B. Construction date: 2936 Estimated Factual g• Architect , unknown r f 10. Builder unknown 11, Approx.property size (in feet) •I _ Frontage Depth- or approx. acreage AJw i 12. Date(s) of enclosed photograph(s) March 15 1 3 ?.. - 15-112-28-28 SURVEY CRITERIA FOR INDIVIDUAL STRUCTURES Age Points 1872-1899 . . . . 10 1901-1917 . . . . 8 / 1918-1929 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 /Jt 1930-1946 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 1947-Present . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Historical Significance National/State/Regional . . . . . . - 6 / Local . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . / 5 Architectural QualitX 1. Nature of detail work 2. Nature of materials Unique . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Excellent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 12 Good 3 Fair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Frequency of Architectural Stile 1-2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 3-5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 / 6-9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I . . . . . . . . . 2 / 10. . 1 Building Modification Original . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Minor Modification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 4� Total Change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I Neighborhood quality Neighborhood = 3 or more block . . . . .__- .-: = 4 Block = 1 full block . . . . . . . . . . . • . 3 Street = 2 facing edges -f. . . . . . . . . • . . • 2 Individual = si 1-e- `. 1 I Historic Site Preservation Board Page 2 of 11 Minutes from the May 13,2008 Meeting SIC (J. Williams/S. Grattan) to approve the Minutes of the April 8, 2008 HSPB meeting as corre Vote 6 Yes, 0 No, 0 Absent. 6. REPORT FROM THE-15—H>LR: Chair Williams thanked staff for the work to coordinate the Study Session for HSPB on May 22`Let� Husfeldt described all the neighborhood organizations and how they functioned, including that a officer' may be appointed from each neighborhood. Councilwoman Ginny Foat offered a summati n apdstated that the defining of historic districts is separate from the mission of the ONI. The HSPB t`aet�sheet will be continued so that all neighborhoods will have appropriate information if they wish t p 5uv Historic Districts. Monday, May 19, 2008 is the deadline for applications for the Boards and Commiisss o There are three seats on the Historic Site Preservation Board —one for reappointment and two vac eyes. —7�- HBNG HEA-RI 8. CERTIFICATE OF APPROVAL REQUEST(S): A. Case 3.2130— La Serena Villas — Class 3 — listed in 1987 & 2004 Historic Surveys Application by Jeff Smith of Duet Real Estate, LP, owners, for demolition of the existing vertical structures, and application of approved binding agent on soil at 339 South Belardo Road, Zone R3, Section 15. Staff member Scott Taschner described the application and demolition requested of a Class 3 Historic Site based on the fact that it was built in the mid to late 1930s as the La Serena Hotel which consists of about 11 buildings. Photographs were reviewed...Stucco has been removed, the landscaping is gone, pools have been filled in — all done by prior approval in 2004 when the renovation was approved. Building permits expired after six months and the Planning approval expired after two years. By way of a Courtesy Notice from Code Enforcement, the owners have been given two options (1) continue the renovation, and (2) pull new permits, etc. The applicant is now applying for demolition of the structures. Staff does not find any characteristics to recommend this to a Class 1 Historic Site, and is recommending no action for a Stay of Demolition from HSPB which would allow demolition. Chair S. Williams asked about the approval in 2004 for renovation. Staff member Taschner described the approval: (1) removal of the stucco, repair, and replace stucco; (2) add doors and windows; (3) additional landscaping to include a fountain or water feature of some type. To continue renovations, they would have to pull all new permits. Board member J. Williams stated that he was on this Board when applicant presented their plans to save and restore the La Serena Villas in 2004. At that time the Board found the property to be functioning and in fairly good condition, but its condition has deteriorated. It's very disappointing that another potential historic building(s) is now being considered for `demolition because of neglect' — this seems to be happening over and over in Palm Springs. The applicant was asked to explain their current plans. Chris Blaze, controller for the applicant owner, reported that the changing market condition and finances led to the delays of the project, and Code Enforcement Notices prompted them to move forward with the demolition application. The scope of work is to remove all the neglected buildings, finish the site with ground cover to contain the dust problem, and remove the chain link fence. There are no current plans for the property because of the financial situation of the owners. 0000sp Historic Site Preservation Board Page 3 of 11 Minutes from the May 13,2008 Meeting Board member J. Nelson asked staff to explain the policies regarding blight and/or neglected 'buildings in conjunction with the Vacant Building Ordinance (attached for information). Staff member Bullock explained that the Planning department does not regulate removal of buildings because of safety reasons or disrepair — those are matters for the Building and Code Enforcement departments. Board member B. Strahl asked if there had been more than one Code Enforcement notice since the buildings have been vacant for more than three years and asked if there was any discussion four years ago about making this a Class 1 Historic site. Board member J. Williams asked about copies of the past Minutes in this instance_ He recalled that the Board discussed the significance of the buildings, that it is a small historic hotel, had an old Spanish style the Board felt was worth preserving, but as far as he could recall, the Board did not move to elevate the status because the owners assured everyone that it would be maintained and restored 'in keeping with its style.' It appears as if the motivation is to tear it down because the City has given ownership notice that it is a hazard. If there are no plans to build something else on the property, perhaps it can be fixed-up or repaired so that it is no longer a hazard and is not torn down? Once it is torn down, it's gone. The Board might wish to work on a historic survey or assessment. It is one of the original hotels in Palm Springs. Chris Blaze stated that the owners have been trying to keep the property in better condition, boarded up, etc. and have spent over $10,000 in doing so. Board member S. Saunders pointed out that the Board had approved demolition of one building some time ago, then approved French doors, other new doors, and windows which appear to be 'new' and not restorations or replacements of original type items. The 'new' replacements would not be of historic value. Board member Strahl asked that this be tabled until the notes and minutes from prior meetings be reviewed_ It is premature for this Board to make a decision today without knowing what transpired at previous HSPB meetings. Board member S. Grattan asked for a better process in monitoring these buildings. Meantime, to delay this process and not take staff's recommendation is a waste of time for everyone. From its appearance, it would cost a fortune to restore and may not be marketable when repaired, restored, etc. Vice Chair Nelson commented that this is a perfect case study of what has been happening in Palm Springs in the last five years — the Potter Clinic, Orchid Tree Inn, and the former Monte Vista Hotel — are just a few properties having historic value that have been demolished, neglected, and in disrepair. Stopping blight, stopping demolition by neglect, and saving valued historic properties was a large part of election campaigns over the last several years. It appears that HSPB may have to keep dealing with issues like this project of La Serena. There is not enough information today to make a good decision, the process has not been followed, and when the permits expired HSPB should have heard about it because it is a Class 3 site by nature of age. 000034 Historic Site Preservation Board Page 4 of 11 Minutes from the May 13,2008 Meeting Board member S. Saunders commented t(tat she drove by, stopped to inspect, and it is a serious hazard. There are great properties adjacent, and the Board needs to pursue this for the safety of the neighborhood and for everyone involved — it is a definite problem. Staff member Bullock advised that the regulations only allow HSPB's purview on demolition for Class 3 sites. When an architectural approval application comes in, it is a staff decision to approve, and/or take to the Architectural Advisory Committee or Planning Commission based on the Code. It is not something that would be brought to the Board for any kind of determination. The requested Minutes from March 2005 were pulled from the file and copies distributed to the Board for immediate review. Board member Strahl summarized his interpretation from the Minutes of March 2005 as: (1) When the original application came in for demolition, the only choice the Board would have had at that time would have been to (a) issue a stay of demolition to elevate the property to a Class 1 historic site, or(b) approve the demolition- (2) That was the only purview the Board had at that time. (3) The Board said at that time, we're not going to work on doing research to elevate to a Class 1 site, the applicant can proceed with the renovations- (4) The applicant later demolished the#10 building per HSPB approval (5) At the time of the original discussion and application, this property was not elevated nor pursued for a Class 1 historic site designation by the Board. Board member J. Williams commented that this project came to HSPB through a well- respected Architect and it was a Class 3 site. They said to the Board..."we're going to maintain, love, restore this building, and make it part of our hotel. The Board did not take action to nominate for a Class 1 site because the Board did not feel the need to and felt this owner would take care of and maintain the property. This is very disappointing and is happening with other properties. There has to be some way to stop this neglect of historic and other properties --once this property and others are gone—they're gone and the City is left with empty lots that will sit there for years based on this economy. Chair S. Williams pointed out that this is not just the renovation or restoration of the buildings, but if they are demolished the entire character of the neighborhoods are changed. Vice Chair Nelson commented that the whole point of preservation is identifying and maintaining the context and fabric of existing structures — when built, everything west of Palm Canyon Drive was small, Spanish Revival Mediterranean style bungalows with red tile roofs. The City and residents are slowly losing these valued historic properties and heritage piece by piece. Board member Strahl commented that the Board has two options (1) Vote to nominate to a Class 1 historic site and issue a stay of demolition for time to do the research, or (2) approve the demolition. PUBLIC COMMENTS: George Marantz of G & M Constructions stated that Code Enforcement has been after this property for about five years. Building permits lapsed in April 2008. Code Enforcement wanted it to be fenced, boarded up, and vagrants moved out. Code Enforcement gave the owner two options -- repair or demolish. A Stay of 000025 Historic Site Preservation Board Page 5 of 1 1 Minutes from the May 13,2008 Meeting Demolition for three or four months will not solve the problem — the fire problems, the derelict problems, the homeless problems - it will create a hazard for the Police to monitor until October or November. The best time to proceed with the demolition is in the off- season. Air Quality Control from LA asks for at least 30 days before a building is taken down. The Board can ask for a 90-day Stay of Demolition, then it will probably not be found significant enough for a Class 1 historic site. Ninety days go by, then wait another 30 days for AQC, then schedule the tear-down...it will be October or November before demolition (in mid-season) — in the Tennis Club area. The market is not there for many developers to put money into renovation, restorations or new construction. PUBLIC COMMENTS CLOSED. Board member S. Grattan suggested addressing this issue with all such properties and the Board needs to be more in-tune with Code Enforcement. Staff and Code Enforcement's recommendation should be taken into consideration by this Board. It was moved by S. Grattan, seconded by B. Strahl to accept the staffs recommendation to move forward with the demolition with the understanding that the applicant will salvage the roof tiles and other items that someone else can use. DISCUSSION: Board member Nelson agreed that elevating La Serena Villas to Class 1 is very slim and would be a waste of time for the Board because of all the neglect and that the character defining features are already lost. As a business member of the Tennis Club Neighborhood Association, members and residents are always asking about that property and are very concerned about what happens. Although it is a small piece of land, it is part of the defining feature of that entire neighborhood. He expressed that it may not be worthy of designation, but based on available information today is not the right time or place for the Board to vote for demolition. Board member S. Saunders commented that the Board and staff work hard in order to make historic designations. HSPB has previously designated several properties of significance. It should now and in the future be respected that appropriate research was or will be done, so future Boards do not have to go back in time to re-research. Board member T Williams clarified that the Board does not designate Class 3 — they are automatic based on being built prior to 1945, If Code Enforcement has been after the owners for five years, why hasn't this Board heard before now? This is very disconcerting and a big disappointment. Better communication between City departments is needed. The La Serena buildings appear to be beyond repair or restoration because they have been so sorely neglected. It was moved by S. Grattan, seconded by /B. Strahl to approve the demolition with preservation of the roof tiles and others items that someone could use and to issue a Certificate of Approval to the Applicant for the La Serena Villas at 148 South Belardo Road -- Vote: 3 Yes (Strahl, Saunders, Grattan), 3 No (J. Williams, Nelson, S. Williams) - Motion failed. Chair S. Williams called for another motion. Vice Chair Nelson presented the idea of nominating the La Serena Villas for Class 2 Historic 009036 Historic Site Preservation Board Page 6 of i 1 Minutes from the May 13,2008 Meeting Designation which would allow the demolition of the property, but would require the property be memorialized by historic assessment, memorabilia, documents, historic marker, and archived. Staff member Bullock read from the Code that"archival file will be maintained, site is eligible for plaquing ..." It was moved by J. Williams, seconded by J. Nelson that the Board issue a 30-day Stay of Demolition so research can be done, a subcommittee can talk with the Historical Society, and talk with the architect who presented the previous application, then the Board can make a decision at the June meeting. * DISCUSSION: Board member B. Strahl asked for clarification on the time limits of a Stay of Demolition ---Staff responded that the Code allows "...up to 6 months'. * Motion was restated as shown above—Vote: 3 Yes (J. Williams, S. Williams, J. Nelson), 3 No (Strahl, Saunders, Grattan). Motion failed. Beard member Nelson commented that research will probably indicate the property is not significant enough to warrant Class 1 Historic designation, the owners will probably not do anything further on renovation, he has mixed feelings. He does not feel the Board should take action today to allow the demolition based on the information presented. Board member Grattan itemized several items: (1)facts in front of the Board show it will not be significant enough for a Class 1 designation; (2) it is in such poor condition that it will have to be demolished; (3) it is blight in the neighborhood; (4) it is a fire hazard; (5) it is occupied by vagrants and the homeless; and but because the Board does not like the way it was presented or the way information was provided, the Board wants to make everyone wait 30-60-90 days. She feels this is the wrong use of the Board's authority. Board member Saunders commented that she did not hear the owner/applicant say they did not have any desire to improve the structures. What she hears is that the economy presents a financial situation that is not conducive to the owner renovating or restoring as they would like or had planned to do. It is not the Board's place to present opinions to the applicant/owners as to what they should do or should not do with their property. They were very clear that the financial situation does not allow them to do what is best for the building and the neighborhood by removing the blight, making it a safe area — the view of the mountains through that area is much more attractive than buildings in disrepair. Chair S. Williams commented that perhaps the Board could meet with Building and Planning staff to work out better communications in terms of code enforcement on historic structures to avoid this type of situation in the future. A Subcommittee was suggested. Staff member Bullock will meet and discuss with the Director of Planning for his recommendations. Staff will email Board members. Board member Saunders moved that La Serena Villas be nominated for Class 2 Historic Designation with historical information maintained in the City's archives, and the Board aao®�� Historic Site Preservation Board Page 7 of 1 1 Minutes from the May 13,2008 Meeting take no action for a Stay of Demolition. Board member J. Williams suggested finding out about the historic value of La Serena Villas before making a decision. The historic information will be required if it is nominated as a Class 2 Historic Site. He asked Board member Saunders to amend her motion to include a Stay of Demolition until it is determined if the property has historic value to become a Class 2 site. Board member Saunders will not amend her motion since some Board members already feel it will not be saved. A Stay of Demolition is not good use of anyone's time. Board member Saunders restated the motion — To proceed with staff's recommendation of allowing the applicant to demolish the La Serena Villas at 339 South Belardo Road and to research to determine if it is qualified for Class 2 Historic designation. Board member Nelson amended the motion to — Follow staff's recommendations, but with a 30-day delay(Stay of Demolition) to allow gathering of historic information, minutes, history, archives, and a re-analysis at the June Board meeting. Board member Nelson withdrew his amendment to Ms. Saunders' motion. There was no second to this motion. Board member J. Williams stated in summary—Staff has brought this before the Board, the Board can initiate a Stay of Demolition, or proceed to elevate the property to Class 1 or 2 historic designation; but if the Board does nothing and takes no action whatsoever, it means that this application for demolition is not being challenged and the demolition can go through. All three motions were considered and failed by 3/3 tie votes. No action was taken, which results in allowing demolition of the buildings. review a request by the applicant to change the material for the gates_ Gate rial and drawings will be supplied for review at the meeting. Staff member ck described the proposed changes and materials. The project was Presented to the rchi rural Advisory Board on May 12. They were in favor of new design, cut steel, and materials, a ade one suggestion to look into the striping of the parking stalls. AAC preferred a more trasting color for the stalls. The landscape designer requested a final landscape and par i lot plan for AAC review. In recommendation to HSPB, AAC was in favor of the project as n designed. Mike Sweeney, architect, explained that the parking will be asphalt, that it runs from lot line to lot line, and is in very poor condition. Striping wi yellow highway paint and is changing from a solid pattern to an outline pattern because of t tare from the sun. Stall lines will be further researched. The two gates will be 3/16" water-jet cut aluminum attached to steel tube fram and are designed to provide structural support, fit with the building, ornamental, and designed 000��8 HSPB Minutes March 12, 2005 App ic aced he had no problem with that and really did not have a problem with the canopy staying on L g. It app Pre is enough social features'/functions wrapped around this canopy to make it an issue. So, "let's find a re about it if we can. The volcanic rock does have to go." . Williams/J. Williams) 4 Yes, 0 No, 2 Absent, tions, approved the removal of the rock and osed alternations, except the history of the canopy will be re d further and will come back to .W�__ r�TITOCR+ 6. CASE 3.2130: APPLICATION BY O'DONNELL & ESCALANTE ARCHITECTS FOR DEMOLITION OF A STRUCTURE AT 339 SOUTH BELARDO ROAD, ZONE R-3, SECTION 15. Staff member Yeo reported that during 2004 the restoration of the bungalow units of La Serena Villas were approved and this project is now replacing doors and windows toward the preservation and restoration of the bungalows. Exhibits were displayed on the wall for Board viewing Applicants are requesting demolition be approved for building No. 10 — it is built on the property line, no building permits were found, photos are available to show the onginal look of it before all the extra illegal additions were removed, and it now appears to have been some type of outdoor cabana or shade area Overtime it was added onto with a second story-there were no permits on file for any of this. This building will be replaced with a building of the same style of the other buildings on the properly and will meet building and zoning codes. Peter Blackburn, project architect with O'Donnell and Escalante, described the proposed project structure as not being designed as residential or hotel and has been seriously compromised over the years. The barrel tiles will be re-used as replacements for broken and missing tiles from adjacent units. A number of structures were built around the property for storage of some type - ell were poorly constructed in an ad-hoc manner. Most did not match the casitas. A storage add-on, two lean-to enclosures, a laundry room, and adjacent support storage Structures have already been demolished — they were all add-on types and very poorly constructed. Two swimming pools were removed to allow for a new fitness center for the properly. A lap pool as part of the fitness facility will be added. Future storage will be adjacent to one of the mechanical rooms within an existing building and in the fitness center. John Williams and Sidney Williams volunteered to be the Board representatives for this project to visit the site as necessary and report back to the Board. The Board is being asked to approve the demolition of the one building described earlier. It will be replaced with a structure similar to the surrounding buildings. M/S/C (S.Williams/Cassady) 4 Yes, 0 No, 2 Absent, 0 Abstentions to approve demolition of the building described and allow applicant to proceed with the project. DIAN CANYON DRIVE, ZONE REO, SECTION 14. Staff Member Yeo re ed that this property is listed on the Historic Site Survey at the corner of Indian Canyon Drive and Amado Road, rl a car dealership, and applicants wish to convert it to a furniture store. Drawings were displayed for Board Chairman Scott read the building description shown e Historic Site Survey, Alberto Rivera of Dax Studio and Joe Beyon of DWR Construction bed the proposed project of converting the old auto dealership building into a furniture store. Most of the buil i are well constructed, there are some additions to the original structure, and some parts were recently restored. ain architectural change will be to enclose/connect two spaces, remove the poorly constructed existing facade fro e old showroom and create an indoor showroom for furniture as well as an outdoor area for outdoor furniture. s will be necessary to close off at night for security of the furniture, they will be constructed to allow viewing e Page 4 of 6 000029 \L8 �1,o,014 cy`� I^.vi C 5 —, 't `.L L=� -'��.�-_ t�E',L \^� TA ,S �n� v.' r••<v,, i.. �.= .. t, "\.,� CChairman Scott exp alne a tij to them the Oasis Hotel -- it was t e I lids. Yeo also reported that La Serena Villas (South of Viceroy-Estrella Inn) are changing-out windows and doors 1 and staff is working with them for a complete site plan. Thcy are demolishing pools on the property and then replacing with paved walkways and landscaping. This property is on the Historic Site Survey, and staff will keep Board updated as project progresses. No demolition of buildings is proposed. Owners will keep buildings as they are, but change-out doors and windows. Director Evans advised they hired O'Donnell - Escalante to inventory the property to determine what was original and what were additions. There were a number of shed-like structures, they took everything that was not original off the buildings and their intent is to bring it back to as close to the original condition as possible. Palm Canyon Drive. Carports are proposed at the rear of the building. Staff will keep the Board informed. They ve boarded up the portion where the car crashed through the storefront. Staff worked with the restoration co any and so far one matching steel column has been replaced and metal decking will be replaced. They are o planning to use metal left over from the farmer Ralphs Shopping Center. No application for replace nt windows has been applied for as yet. Director Eva reported that he and architect Jim Cioffi reviewed the Plans, carports are free-standing, and are designed to be mpatible with the architecture of the building. Chairman Scott ask for an update on L'Horizon Hotel. Ms. Yeo reported that sta looked at the review process, met with Members Scott, Williams, and Scott Kennedy from the Modern Committ to explain process. Short version is that initial meeting was with Members Isermann and Williams, the velopment team, and Kathy Marx at the site in May to go over the proposed project. At the time of the wal hru, it was proposed to essentially restore the property. A lot of the rotting wood has been taken off and will replaced with newer material that will look the same. Ms. Yeo walked the property and reviewed plans with the anager and owner, and staff is comfortable that they are proceeding with what has been approved. The look of e buildings will not be changed in any way, except to clean them up. Location of walkways will remain the sa e, but concrete pavers will be replaced with new material. Rich Campbell, the manager, welcomes anyone o wishes to do a walk-thru. A security fence has been erected because there has been looting of fixtures, the in door, etc. Ms. Yeo passed around a letter and photos that w e received from a Palm Springs citizen who had walked around the top of the canyon at West Chino Road and scovered what he believes to bean old water pipe and stone-lined ditch. He is interested in preserving this in so a way if the Board so chooses. Director Evans indicated that from the description this is eithe on Desert Water Agency property or a piece of property owned by Mark Bragg that does not have developmen lans on it. When and if it goes forward with any development plans, the Bragg property would require an an onmental development impact report for a number of issues including cultural and historic resources. Staff is are of a pipe that does run through this area which he refers to in his letter. There is an evaluation of that pip n an area downhill that is part of The Boulders project and part of the environmental review. There was an histo is archeological survey done on that site and the recommendations was for follow-up work on the pipe. It appear to be part of a complex, staff has not heard of a "ditch" in this area, but does know of that there is a series of pi s in this area. Staff will pass this along to the archeologists in this project and respond to Mr. Housman's corre ondence and do a walk-thru to know the exact location. Chairman Scott asked if someone wants to develop that property, would they have to a cultural resource survey, and if any Board member would volunteer to oversee or be the "shepherd" of this pr ' cY? Member John Williams will represent the HSP Beard and Member Hayton asked to be included i his project. Chairman Scott pointed out that since there is now a survey with approximately 250 propertie listed, a procedure really needs to be developed whereby those projects that come to the Planning or ilding departments for modification, renovations, etc. are to be handled. The Board has an overall responsibili for Class 1 sites, but how involved does the Board want to get on the survey projects? Perhaps this is someth Page 6 of 8 Q'QQQ�Q COURTESY NOTICE as nim fP. City of Palm Springs Department of Building & Safety 3200 E_ Tahquitz Canyon Way, PO BOX 2743, Palm Springs, CA 92263 Duet Real Estate Ltd. Partnership 3/28/8, rilc 7,1761 Brad Korzen 5750 Wilshire Blvd # 640 Jason R. Morgan, Vice President & Los Angeles, CA 90036-369 Asst_ General Counsel 5750 Wilshire Blvd # 640 Jonathan Heath, Viceroy Manager Los Angeles, CA 90036-369 415 S Belardo Rd Palm Springs, CA You are hereby notified that a Municipal Code violation defined as a Public Nuisance has been determined to exist on the property described below. You are specifically responsible to insure that this violation is corrected in compliance with this notice. Your failure to do so may result in the issuance of an Administrative Citation with fines of $100.00 per violation, with subsequent citations carrying fines of $250.00 per violation and $500.00 per violation, respectively. Should the violation not be corrected within the time period specified in this Notice, the violation may be abated by the City through further administrative proceedings, including but not limited to, added inspections and directions to remediate the violation, administrative citations, judicial process or by entry upon the property by City employees or contractors for purposes of effecting those actions necessary to correct the violation. If such further action by the City is necessary, you will be charged a fee equal to the actual costs incurred by the City in obtaining compliance with this Notice, including, but not limited to, subsequent inspection costs, staff time, overhead and legal expenses, including attorney's fees. Current fees for City costs are as follows: General staff and inspection time @ $94.00/hour. City Attorney time @ $170.00/hour. I. The violations exist on the following property: Address: 339 S. Belardo Road, Palm Springs, California 92264 Legal Description: 513 202 009, .76 acres M/L in por Lots 1 &2 and Lot 3 MB 009/432 Sd Map of Palm Springs; Riverside County, California 000041 339 S.Belardq Roadr Courtesy Noti[e dated 28 March 08, Page 2 of 5 II. A description of the conditions/violations that were found on your property are: 1. The property at 339 S. Belardo consists of eleven structures, and all structures have been vacant and uninhabitable for at least 3 years; 2. The City of Palm Springs does not have active building permits for repair or rehabilitation of the eleven structures; Prior Building permits expired in 2005; on 7/31/07 renewed permits were obtained, from the City, and these permits expired on 1/31/08 without any inspections,- 3. The eleven structures at 339 S. Belardo may not meet current code requirements: the structures are partially constructed, uninhabitable; they are not being maintained; Additionally the glazing is missing; doors are missing, roofing tiles lay on the roof un-secured, the protective finish to the chimney is missing; the wood sheathing that is being used over doors and window openings is not painted or sealed from the elements; 4. The property and eleven unfinished cottages contributes to blight by the unsightly appearance to neighbors and passers-by of: 1) the construction fence; 2) the substandard structures that are uncompleted, unpainted and visible above the fencing and through the fence screening; 3) weeds are visible through the fence screening; 4) lack of any landscaping; S. There is no landscaping or irrigation to the grounds around these cottages, nor is there a landscaping plan that is currently on file; 6. The eleven structures are not being maintained, have not been completed, and remain unfinished and unprotected from the elements; 7. The eleven structures sit in various stages of construction; none are painted or finished. S. The City Building Department has been informed by Mr. Heath, General Manager for the property, that there are no plans to repair or finish the project at this time. Property so Maintained is a Public Nuisance III. The codes that pertain to the violations listed in Section I are: 1) 8.80.020 Owner responsibilities (a) No person shall allow a building designed for human use or occupancy to stand vacant for more than ninety days, unless the owner establishes by substantial evidence to the reasonable satisfaction of the building official that one of the following applies: (1) The building is the subject of an active building permit for repair or rehabilitation and the owner is progressing diligently to complete the repair or rehabilitation; (2) The building meets all applicable codes, is actively maintained, and is ready for occupancy, and is actively being offered for sale, lease, or rent; 339 S. Belardo Road Courtesy Notice dated 28 March 08, Page 3 of S III. The codes that pertain to the violations listed in Section I are: Palm Sorings Municipal Code 8.80.020 Owner responsibilities (continued) (3) The building does not contribute to and is not likely to contribute to blight because the owner is actively maintaining and monitoring the building so that it does not contribute to blight. Active maintenance and monitoring shall include: (A) Maintenance of landscaping and plant materials in goad condition, and in accordance with previously approved plans, if any, (B) Maintenance of the exterior of the building, including but not limited to paint and finishes, in good condition, and in accordance with previously approved plans, if any, (C) Prompt and regular removal of all exterior trash, debris and graffiti, (D) Maintenance of the building in continuing compliance with all applicable codes and regulations, and in accordance with previously approved plans, if any, (E) Prevention of criminal activity on the premises, including but not limited to use and sale of controlled substances, prostitution, criminal street gang activity, and loitering, (F) Windows screened with opaque material, approved by the building official, that prevents interior space of the building from being visible from public rights of way or public property. (b) The owner of any boarded building, whether boarded by voluntary action of the owner or as a result of enforcement activity by the city, shall cause the boarded building to be rehabilitated for occupancy within ninety days after the building is boarded and shall comply with the provisions of subsection (a) of this section. (Ord. 1684 § 1 (part), 2006) 2) 6.08.010 Vacant premises—Maintenance - It is a nuisance, and it is unlawful, for any person or agent to allow any vacant or unoccupied building to remain open and of easy access to trespassers or to allow the same to become a habitation of vagrants, 3) 11.72.160 Deteriorating and defective structures - Any structure within the city in a state of substantial deterioration, such as peeling paint on a facade, broken windows, roofs in disrepair, damaged porches or broken steps or other such deterioration or disrepair not otherwise constituting a violation and which is viewable from a public right-of-way or viewable from the sites of neighboring properties, is a public nuisance. Palm Springs Municipal Code 4) 11,72.170 Property maintenance The substantial lack of maintenance of grounds within the city where such grounds are viewable by the public from a public right-of-way or viewable form the sites of neighboring properties, is a public nuisance. 000048 339 S.Selardo Road courtesy Notice dated 28 March o8. Page 4 of 5 III. The codes that pertain to the violations listed in Section I are: Palm Springs Municipal Code (continued) 5) 11.72.161 Boarded and vacant buildings. - Any building within the city that is boarded up or vacant and not maintained pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 8.80 is a public nuisance. 6) 93,19.02. Buildings, including accessory structures, trellises, awnings and other similar features, shall be maintained in a condition free of the following abuses including, but not limited to: loose roofing and siding materials, unconcealed roof equipment, peeling paint or faded stain, broken or cracked windows, any unsafe structural element or other items which would degrade the appearance and/or safety of the structure. Palm Springs Zoning Ordinance 1) 93.19.03. Site improvements shall be maintained in a condition to guarantee safety and quality appearance 2) 93.19.04 Landscaping improvements shall be maintained in a healthy condition and complementary to neighboring buildings and properties 3) 93.19.06. Any other provisions established by the planning commission to insure proper maintenance of properties including maintenance standards established through architectural advisory committee, conditional use permit, or planned development district reviews. 4) 94.04,00 Architectural Review - Architectural Review shall be required for: a. All industrial, commercial, professional and residential structures and related landscape areas, except for single-family residences not located on major thoroughfares Health & Safes Code 17920.3 1) a. General dilapidation or improper maintenance; Faulty weather protection 2) g2. Deteriorated or ineffective waterproofing of exterior walls, roof, foundations or floors, including broken windows or doors; 3) g3. Defective or lack of weather protection for exterior wall coverings, including lack of paint, or weathering due to lack of paint or other approved protective covering; 4) g. Faulty weather protection, which shall include, but not be limited to the following: 3. Defective or lack of weather protection for exterior wall coverings, including lack of paint, or weathering due to lack of paint or other approved protective covering; Continue onto the_next page: 0000I.S 339 S.6elardo Road Courtesy Notice dated 28 March O8, Pa9e 5 of 5 VI. Properly so maintained is in violation of the Citys Municipal Code and constitutes a public nuisance. These conditions must be corrected in the following manner: By April 18, 2008: 1. Submit plans to the Planning Department for Architectural Review and approval; These plans will include the structures design, height, setbacks, landscaping, exterior finishes, colors, walls, gates, etc and all facets required by the Planning Department or Planning Commission; 2. Within 15 days of your plans being approved by the Planning Department, submit complete building plans to the Building Department for approval and review. These plans shall include roofing, mechanical, electrical, & plumbing and all other facets necessary for the completion of all the structures. Pay for and obtain all building permits; 3. Bring all facets of the property and eleven structures into compliance with all Building Codes, the Palm Springs Zoning Ordinance, the Palm Springs Municipal Code, The California State Health & Safety Code, and any other codes identified by staff during Plan Review, and all codes listed above in "Section III, above: The codes that pertain to the violations listed in Section I are:", OR You may consider demolition of the unfinished structures; If you choose the option of demolition you will need to apply for an approval from the Planning Department and obtain a permit to demolish the unfinished structures from the Building Department, and maintain the property as a vacant lot, with an approved dust control plan; You must respond to this letter by no later than April 18 2008 Thank you in advance for your cooperation. As the owner of the property at issue or as the individual or entity responsible for the violation, you are individually responsible for correcting the violation. If you have any questions you can reach me at (760) 323-8244 Monday through Friday 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Thank you inadvance for your compliance. Rebecca Clark Code Coanpliance Oflrctr 0000[ 5 o� ?ALM s City of Palm Springs A� Department of Building Er Safety Becky Kelley, Building a• Safety Supervisor 3200 East Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs CA 92262 "�..o PO Box 2743, Palm Springs CA 92263 �g41Fo"40P Becky.Kelley@palmsprings-ca.gov Tel 760.323-8242 • Fax 760.322.8342 • TDD 760.864,9527 www.palmsprings-ca.gov March 10, 2008 Duet Real Estate LTD Partnership 415 S Belardo Palm Springs, CA 92262 Re: Job Site Address: 339 S Belardo Road Permit Number(s) C19598, C10408, C11472, C12983 This letter is to notify you that your building permit has expired by time limitation. 180 days between inspections is the maximum time allowed by City and State codes (2007 CBC, Appendix Chapter 1, Section 105.5) for a permit to remain active. A copy of the permit and job card is enclosed for your information. In some cases, renewal may be required. In order to avoid uncompleted projects and files closed without inspections, your help in clearing up this matterwithin the specified time frame is greatly appreciated. Uncompleted projects or projects completed without required inspections will have a Notice of Code Violation filed with the County Recorder's office. This may affect the ability to issue future permits at this address. Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter. Please contact me at the phone number below to arrange for a follow up inspection. Inspector's office hours are Monday through Friday from 7:00 to T30 a.m and 3:00 to 3:30 p.m.A voice mail message may be left while I am out of the office. Please leave your name and phone number for a return phone call. Please contact me by April 11 , 2008 to avoid possible legal action. Sincerely, Raul Licon Building Inspector 760/323-8242, extension 8746 This notice is to inform you of a code violation. This will be your only notice. r r�t ADDRESS 0339 BELARDO ROAD SOUTH .-`,. PERMn r, C 12983 DATE ISSUED 6/29/2005 Permit to replace C 10408/C 11472 Addition of patio with prefab fireplace units Combine units Combine 23,1 to single suit Units 21,21 to single suite #21 Combine 23,24 to single suite 22 ADDRESS 0339 BELARDO ROAD SOUTH • PERM1r r C 11472 DATE ISSUED 2/2/2005 Permit for structual remeiation of existing framing sysems. Replace various beams,headers Purlins and Struts in various location. ADDRESS 0339 BELARDO ROAD SOUTH PERMITF C10408 DATUMUED 10/1/2004 Exterior/Interior remodel of hotel site.11 Buildings,l7 hotel roams w/o kitchens.2 AAA units Included in total.New, plumbing,electrie,mechanical systems-Miscellaneous framing,roofing,new will finishes,new doors/windows. 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Belardo Road Palm Springs, CA 92262 Re: 339 South Belardo Road (Formally La Serena Villas) Case: 3.2130 Dear Mr. David, During the May 13, 2008 Historic Site Preservation Board meeting, by a tie vote, the Board did not approve a stay of demolition for the Class 3 historic property formally known as La Serena Villas located at 339 South Belardo Road. The Office of the City Clerk received an appeal on May 13, 2008, in reference to the tie vote related to the stay of demolition. The appeal will be tentatively scheduled on the City Council Agenda of June 18, 2008. The City Council meetings begin at 6:00 p.m. The appellant, respondent, and other citizens are allowed to speak at the hearing regarding this item. A staff report and agenda will be provided to you in advance of the meeting. If you have any questions, please feel free to call me at 760/323-8245. Sincerely, Diane A. Bullock City of Palm Springs Associate Planner Attachments: 1. Appeal letter I Posr Office Box 2743 • Palm Springs, California 92263-2743 000058 ! �RALMSA City of Palm Springs 4 Depattmenr of Planning Services ry " �""annrcv'•• �" 3200 E 76hquia Gmyou wily • REJm$prwya,California 72262 C' \P Tel:('60)32;-8245 • Fax. (760)322-8360 ° Vitt ww%v.p,dmsprmgs-gin g ov �Cr FDRa May 20, 2008 Ms. Roxanne Ploss 930 E. Chia Road Palm Springs, CA 92262 Re: 339 South Belardo Road (Formally La Serena Villas) Case: 3.2130 Dear Ms. Ploss, During the May 13, 2008 Historic Site Preservation Board meeting, by a tie vote, the Board did not approve a stay of demolition for the Class 3 historic property formally known as La Serena Villas located at 339 South Belardo Road, The Office of the City Clerk received an appeal on May 13, 2008, in reference to the tie vote related to the stay of demolition. The appeal will be tentatively scheduled on the City Council Agenda of June 18, 2008. The City Council meetings begin at 6:00 p.m. The appellant, respondent, and other citizens are allowed to speak at the hearing regarding this item. A staff report and agenda will be provided to you in advance of the meeting. If you have any questions, please feel free to call me at 760/323-8245. Sincerely, CGS, i dt✓�� Diane A. Bullock City of Palm Springs Associate Planner Attachments: 1. Appeal letter Posr Office Box 2743 • palm Spriags, California 92263-2743