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Dolores Strickstein
From: Husfloen, Kyle [Kyle.Husfloen@fwpubs.com]
Sent: Saturday, July 05, 2008 10,54 AM
To: cityclerk@palmsprings-ca.gov / 71�
Subject: Re:Airport Revised Landscaping Plan /,�U
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Dear City Council Members:
I have been following with interest the on-going discussions about the redesign of the landscaping at the Palm
Springs Airport and did speak about it at one of your meetings when the plans were reviewed, again.
Since I moved to the desert over 3 '/z years ago I have become very interested in desert-friendly landscaping,
both because it is most appropriate for our area and because it is a great way to help conserve our limited water
resources. One of the spots in Palm Springs that I have long felt was out of step with this desert-wise philosophy
is the airport property. Acres of sod grass and annual plantings just do not make any sense in our region and
certainly do not suggest that our City is interested in promoting conservation and desert beautification.
I was pleased to learn that the Architectural Advisory Committee has been a leading force in redirecting the
proposed plans for the new airport landscaping. I understand it has been an uphill battle because of the
intransigence of the designer hired by the airport and members of the Airport Commission itself. I know from
attending your meeting that most of YOU are in favor of the revised proposals put forward by the AAC and I
congratulate on your support. I now understand that, in spite of further hard work by a subcommittee of the AAC,
working toward a compromise with the airport's designer and the Airport Commission, that the latter are once
again "appealing"the agreed upon final changes. I find this outlandish, a waste of time and money for everyone
involved. It certainly seems that no matter how much discussion and planning takes place, the Airport group is
determined to get their own way while blaming the AAC for the delays caused by the continual appeals brought
before you.
I urge you all to support the last compromise design plan proposed by the AAC and not cave in to the"whining" of
the Airport Commission and their designer. They need to be aware that there is strong support in our city for
bringing the airport property into line with modern conservation efforts. You have stated openly that YOU would
like Palm Springs to become a leader in conservation and the"greening" of our city using desert-appropriate
designs and planting. Please don't cave in to the perpetual pressure from the current airport group. They are out
of step with the times and need to once and for all be told to quit complaining and accept the final revisions
offered by the AAC and supported by the City Planning Department. Use your power of leadership to keep our
city moving forward with conservation and beautification with desert-appropriate landscaping.
Thank you for your time and efforts.
Sincerely yours,
Kyle Husfloen o
711 El Placer Rd. > ¢'
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From: Ginny Foat 20H ilAR 12 PH L,: 03
Sent: Wednesday, March 12, 2008 4:02 PM J,,n . i - , ,
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To: Jay Thompson; David Ready CITY C L E R I,
Subject: FW:Airport Flowers-They Should Stay
From: SeHusse@aol.com [mailto:SeHusse@aol.com]
Sent: Saturday, March 08, 2008 2:13 AM
To: Ginny.Foat@paimsprings-ca.gov
Subject: Airport Flowers-They Should Stay
1 see that the airport/flower issue is going to the council.Unless it is costing the City alot to water these flowers,I
say keep them-Desert landscaping is pleasant,but it is SO redundant and ubitquios in the Valley;the airport is
such a nice break and seems to hark back to a more innocent,charming time,when political and water issues
didn't cause people to hate each other. I am hoping at least some of the flowers may remain, unless it is an
expense that is draining the city of course. Thank you for your time and for all of the devoted time you have
given this village,too. Oh ,by the way,tell whoever it was that'star-jasmine' IS a drought-tolerant,Marin-County
approved plant,and one of the most lovely plants in existence.
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REGARDING THE AGENDA ITEM FOR THE LANDSCAPING AT THE PALM SPRINGS AIRPORT - 03A 2,08
Council Members,
One of the many complaints I hear architecturally about particular projects in the Coachella Valley is
that they look like theyve been transplanted from Orange County or Los Angeles. The choice of aoina
with a lush,tropical landscaping seems to be more an Orange County plant palette as it relptes more
to the moist,ocean climate. Our climate is that of a desert,and I believe that we should stay true to
our desert roots and use our native plant palette_ It seems that to not use native plants is to say that
what we have here in the desert is not good enough and that something better must be transplanted
here. That is not a message that anyone wants to portray.
Mayor Pougnet has stated his desire for Palm Springs to be a green-friendly city. As we all know,the
switch to being green friendly is not always easy or convenient. Regardless of that reality, the choice
to begreen requires commitment and clarity of purpose. The choice to go with draught tolerant
plants sends a message to those arriving at the airport from other areas around the world that the City
is intelligent, on the cutting edge and is knowingly acting on an environmentally sound basis.
With respect to the idea that only tropical plants can create a sense of lushness, I would disagree.
There are great precedents in the desert where native plants have been used in a very lush manner in
very different ways such as Desert Willow in Palm Desert at Country Club between Cook and
Portolo,,,Or the plantings around the Palm Desert Visitors Center at Hwy 1 11 and West El Paseo. Or
the more modern desert plantings on the perimeter of the Palm Springs Biltmore project.
There are projects and buildings that we have all seen where we have asked 5, 10, 20 years later,
'Why did someone build this building like this? How could someone have approved a project that
looked like this?" As water issues continue to affect how we jive in Southern California, I would hate
for us to look back at the non-native tropical planting that uses more water than native desert plants
and ask"Why did we think this was a good idea?" I hone that the City will step up to demand an
equally beautiful,yet more environmentally responsible design for the landscaping at the Palm n� '
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Dolores Strickstein
From: KAngle@aol.com
Sent: Wednesday, March 12, 2008 11:05 AM
To: cityclerk@palmsprings-ca.gov
Subject: City Council meeting tonight
Regarding the airport landscaping issue, I am hopeful that the City Council will uphold the decision by the
Planning commission to revise the landscape plan to use native desert plants. The use of tropical plants in the
desert given the water shortage issues we are facing is simply irresponsible. Thank you-
Kevin Angle
2290 E Finley Rd.
Palm Springs, CA 92262
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Dolores Strickstein
From: dkspears@comcast.net
Sent: Tuesday, March 11, 2008 5:24 PM
To: cityclerk@palmsprings-ca.gov
Subject: Palm Springs Airport Landscaping
To whom it may concern:
Although we are not full time residents of Palm Springs, we do own a house close to the
airport. A friend just told me about the current issue of relandscaping the airport. We
would like to support the efforts of, the Deserc Horticulture Society in their advocacy of
native plants in the landscaping plans as a way to conserve water and to complement the
desert surroundings.
Deanne and David Spears
285 Monterey Rd.
Palm Springs, CA
Home Address:
130 Navarra Avenue
E1 Granada, CA 92018
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Dolores Strickstein
From: Frank Rushing [Frushing@dc.rr.coml
Sent: Wednesday, March 12, 2008 6:54 AM
To: cityclerk@palmsprings-ca.gov
Subject: Palm Springs International Airport Landscape Plan
To all City Council Members:
The Architectural Advisory Committee, the Planning Commission, and the Desert Sun are right
-- the Airport Landscape Plan should be changed to a plant palette of native desert plants for
three very important reasons. First, and most obvious, it is necessary that we all do what we
can to conserve our precious water resources, and native desert plants will use considerably
less water that the proposed plan of tropicals. Second, the City cannot expect homeowners
and developers to use desert plants in their landscapes if the City rejects desert landscaping
as inappropriate for this major project. And third, what could be more appropriate for a desert
airport than a landscape that gives those who arrive there a "sense of place," a sense that they
have indeed arrived in the desert? Desert landscaping doesn't mean gravel and cacti anymore
-- let's create a beautiful desert oasis using native plant materials at our airport, and leave the
tropicals to Hawaii!
Patricia Rushing
1411 Tamarisk Rd.
Palm Springs, CA
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Dolores Strickstein
From: Lvs2Hike@aol.com
Sent: Monday, March 10, 2008 9:36 AM
To: cityclerk@palmsprings-ca.gov
Subject: desert friendly...
What a tremendous opportunity for the Palm Springs Airport to be a Ieader..Desert-scape
can be beautiful i.e. the meridan on the south side of the airport"
It will only complement the "ah" moment that tourists have when they go down the escalators
and view the mts. for the first time..
Let's do it!
Stacy Lewis
1425 Tiffany Circle South
Palm Spring,Ca.
92262
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Cindy Berardi
From: Jane Udall Danecudall@earthlink.net]
Sent: Saturday, March 08, 2008 9:19 AM
To: cityclerk@palmsprings-ca.gov
Subject: Airport Landscaping
I'm writing to encourage the City Council of Palm Springs to allow desert landscaping at the airport. We
often have guests arriving through the airport and they love the openness, warmth, and ease of the
facility. For that, airport officials are to be commended. But grass and flowers is NOT the look for our
beautiful desert oasis. It doesn't set the right tone for the special place visitors will experience.
Furthermore, it looks old fashioned and dated. All the new high-end commerical establishments and
homes are using xeriscaping and it looks great. Rancho Mirage and Palm Desert and La Quinta have
embraced this new, more environmentally friendly look and I urge the City Council of Palm Springs to
adopt a look for the airport that is more in keeping with the sensibilities of the new century.
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From: Bill Lewallen [billlewallen@gmail.com] 2005OR 10 AN $: 05
Sent: Sunday, March 09, 2008 6:13 PM
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To: City Clerk; Chris Mills; Rick Hutcheson; Ginny Foat; Steve Pougnet; Lee&pige jL2",, I �gs-
ca.gov
Cc: Paul Ortega; mbwehrli@aol.com
Subject: Upcoming City Counil meeting on the PS Int'I Airport landscape plan
Honorable Mayor Steve Pougnet and Distinguished Council Members:
I urge you to support the Planning Comraission's decision to deny the proposed tropical
landscape plan at the Palm Springs International Airport. This is a statement I would not
have made seven or eight years ago due to lack of knowledge and understanding about the
importance of preserving water, one of our planet's greatest resources.
Our campus at the Royal Hawaiian Estates (Wexler and Harrison, 1961) remained a tropical
paradise until sometime in the 1980s. As the population aged, so did the landscape. This left
its with diseased and dying plants that were finally removed at great expense. Several years
ago we stopped planting amivals and other high-maintenance plants and began to slowly
replace them with lush, drought-tolerant plants. The transition initially sparked protest from
some homeowners. Change is very seldom without controversy.
Today, under the guidance and supervision of Desert Garden Center and our landscape
contractor, we are in the first major phase of going green by replacing all of the high-
maintenance shrubs along East Twin Palms Drive with carefully selected lush and efficient
plants. This will enhance the historic architecture, reduce our dependence on water, and help
educate our friends and neighbors on water conservation.
It takes courage, knowledge, and the willingness to change. You have a chance next
Wednesday to demonstrate your willingness to change. Let's show visitors to our prestigious
airport and city that we care about our environment and that we're willing to preserve it for
ourselves and for future generations. Let's stop talking green, let's go green.
Respectfully,
Bill Lewallen
President, Royal Hawaiian Estates Board of Directors
3/10/2008
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Dolores Strickstein cITY Or sPRIHG�
From: PJMUN@aol.com 209E NA, 10 AV, 8- 05
Sent: Sunday, March 09, 20081:54 PM Jd MES 'j NDt°i{'gCi
To: cityclerk@palmsprings-ca.gov CITY CLEI,;;
Subject: resident request: PS Int'I Airport landscape proposal
Honorable Mayor Pougnet, Honorable Mayor Pro-Tem Foat and Members of the City Council,
As a concerned Valley resident, I am writing to ask you to please reject the airport's landscape
proposal to include tropical vegetation in its design and instead uphold the Planning
Commission's decision to accept a more environmentally-responsible plant palette that reflects
the desert landscape.
With the flow from the Colorado River being below normal due to an extended drought, and with
many more dry years ahead of us due to the negative effects of global warming, it would
be highly irresponsible to uphold the airport's request to plant tropical vegetation, which would
be far more consumptive of our scarce and precious water resources. Desert vegetation, if
properly chosen, can be absolutely beautiful and certainly can create an authentic sense of place,
which landscape design should aim for in the first place. People come to the desert to appreciate
its beauty, not to feel like they are in Hawaii.
Sincerely,
Lisa Munley
Indio, CA
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Dolores Strickstein CITY OF PALY�l SP?li,a0t
From: ELIZABETH VAN ZANDT hevanzandt@verizon.netj ZQ�B HAR 10 AM a- 05
Sent: Sunday, March 09, 2008 1:04 PM hr1ES `u 1-10,"li'50PI
To: cityclerk@palmsprings-ca.gov CITY CLEIRK
Subject: aiirport landscaping
As a Coachella Valley resident, I feel very strongly about ways in which our precious water resources
are used and abused. The city of Palm Springs has recently signed onto the Mayors Climate Protection
Agreement. This tells me that Palm Springs and the other desert cities who have signed on to the
agreement are serious about climate change and acting in ways that will mitigate their impact on the
climate and on our precious resources. Certainly, using water wisely is one way to contribute to this
agreement. By using low-water-use plantings at the Palm Springs airport instead of grass and other
water-guzzling plants, the airport will be working with and not against the city to reach their goals. Take
a look at the Coachella Valley Water District's publication Lush and Efficient Gardening in the
Coachella Valley and at the Palm Desert Visitor Center and see how colorful and beautiful desert
plantings can look. I sincerely believe that visitors come to Palm Springs and the Coachella Valley to
vacation in a desert paradise, and would much rather be greeted by a lush desert look than by grass and
tropical plants--otherwise they'd go to Florida.
Elizabeth Van Zandt
48255 Monroe St. 441
Indio, CA 92201
3/10/2008
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From: Christine Hall [seethelite@verizon.net] 2008 eigP, 10 rkj $,- 05
Sent: Sunday, March 09, 2008 8:54 AM JA,;JE5 TL{OrIpsojp�
To: cityclerk@palmsprings-ca.gov CITY CLE?!i
Subject: Comments for City Council for Palm Springs Airport Landscaping
City Council Members
We are desert gardeners. We removed our lawn which resulted in reducing our water bill
by 30%. We would not consider grass or tropicals as a landscape option.
If you believe the Coachella Valley water shortage is real, it makes sense that Palm
Springs be a leader in how we plan our public landscapes. That means using desert plants
in as many ways and as much as possible in public facilities. The public needs to see the
creative use of desert plants as we all transition to a more water conservative, less costly
landscape.
The issue is not the use of grass and tropical plants versus desert plants. The issue is a
public facility setting an example and embracing plants that conserve water. As a City,
you need to set an example and not be the exception. Palm Desert is ail exceptional city
in use of desert landscaping throughout the city. Even El Paseo Gardens includes a
walkthrough of desert plantings.
We are not tropical Hawaii. We are not an Asian tropical forest. We are a California
desert. We need to be who we are. And you need to do the right thing for Coachella
Valley residents.
Thank you for this most important consideration impacting the Coachella Valley for
years to come.
Ken and Christine Hall
73461 Haystack Road
Palm Desert, CA 92260 760-674-1790 A 00 /77N-//* XIAX�L0L
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From: Whitley Collins [w_collins8@yahcc.com] �
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Sent: Saturday, March 08, 2008 10:11 AM +
CITY CLERK
To: cityclerk@palmsprings-ca-gov
Subject: water
To Whom It May Concern,
I have been coming to the desert since 1948- Needless to say, I have seen the changes, some good and
some bad.
With time comes needed change. We are now living in a time where we have the luxury to be
responsible not only for ourselves,but for generations to come. We don't need all the lush lush
landscaping. WE LIVE IN THE DESERT. We do not live in Beverly Hills or the Pacific Northwest.
Let's look around and nuture what we have and enhance that. Make the rigbi decision and be proactive
by planting species that are drought friendly.
Thank you for your time. Keep it natural.
Whitley Collins
Never miss a thing. Make Yahoo your homepaa_e.
3/10/2008
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From: Trinaturk [Trim@trinaturk.comj 2003 MAR 10 AN 8.' 0$
Sent: Friday, March 07, 2008 4:14 PM JAIHES TI'l0HPl,O;t
To: cityclerk@palmsprings-ca.gov CITY C!ERi
Subject: landscaping at airport
Dear City Clerk:
I am a business owner, homeowner and part-time resident of Palm Springs.
I have read about the proposed landscaping at the airport, and am puzzled
why the city would allow non-native non-desert plants to be used in this project.
The city should be setting an example by using drought tolerant native desert plants
in a effort to save water. It would be irresponsible to approve landscaping and plants
that will waste water irrigating landscaping that is not appropriate for our climate.
Thanks for your time, and best regards, Trina Turk
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DATE: MARCH 12, 2008
SUBJECT: APPEAL OF THE DECISION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION TO
APPROVE WITH CONDITIONS AN APPLICATION BY THE PALM
SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT TO EXPAND AND MODIFY THE
AIRPORT TERMINAL AND INSTALL NEW LANDSCAPING AT 3400
EAST TAHQUITZ CANYON WAY; CASE NO. 3.0829 MAJOR
ARCHITECTURAL APPROVAL
FROM: David H. Ready, City Manager
BY: Planning Department
SUMMARY
On March 5, 2008, the Planning Commission approved Case No. 3.0829 — Major
Architectural Approval to expand the lobby area, modify the main exterior courtyard, add
three new concession buildings and install new landscaping at the Palm Springs
International Airport. The Commission's approval included a condition requiring that the
landscape plan to be revised and returned for AAC review and Planning Commission
approval. The applicant has appealed this condition (see attached letter). No public
hearing is required.
RECOMMENDATION:
Uphold the decision of the Planning Commission and approve the project, subject to
conditions. Please note that this recommendation would allow building construction to
proceed.
STAFF ANALYSIS:
The project is described on the attached Planning Commission staff reports, and
includes expansion and exterior modification of the main airport terminal building.
Additional concession buildings are also proposed. The landscaping plan within the
main courtyard is proposed to be redesigned in keeping with the existing landscaping
fronting the recently completed regional concourse.
ITEM NO.
City Council Staff Report March 12, 2008
Appeal of Planning Commission Approval of Case No 3.0829 (P. S. Int'I Airport) Page 2 of 2
The Planning Commission reviewed the project following AAC review and its
recommendation of approval. The Commission approved the construction elements of
the project, but rejected the landscape design as being inappropriate for the architecture
of the adjacent buildings, and needing revisions to the plant palette to provide more
desert-appropriate species.
On March 5, 2008, the applicant filed an appeal with the City Clerk. The appellant
requests that the City Council overturn the Condition Nos. 4 and 5 of Planning
Commission Resolution No. 7111 regarding redesign of the landscape plan and building
maintenance.
FISCAL IMPACT:
No fiscal impact.
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Director of PI ng Services Assistant City onager, Dev't Svcs
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David H. Ready — �
City Manager
Attached: Letter of Appeal (P. S. Int'I Airport); March 5, 2008
Planning Commission Resolution No. 7111
Planning Commission Staff Report (with attachments); March 5, 2008
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March 5, 2008
Mr. Craig Ewing
Planning Director
City of Palm Springs
Palm Springs, California 92262
Re: Appeal of Planning Commission Conditions, Case 3.0829-C MAI—Airport
Refurbishing Phase II.
Dear Mr. Ewing:
On behalf of the Palm Springs International Airport the project design team does hereby
wish to appeal the following itemized conditions of approval for the above referenced
project;
I. Landscape Palate: The design team does herby request that the condition to re-
study the plant palate for the landscape plan be overturned. The palate that has
been designed matches that which was recently installed near the new hold-room
building as well as on the walkway leading to it.
2. Water Feature: The design team does hereby request that the condition to change
the water feature from a"grotto" style to more of a mid-century modern reflecting
pool be overturned. The water feature as designed matches that which was
recently installed in the courtyard by the new hold-room building. We believe the
grotto style is less inviting to passengers walking in it, which reduces liability,
whereas a reflecting pool may be more attractive.
3. External Building Maintenance: The design team does hereby request that the
condition to incorporate major external upgrading of the building finishes into this
project be overturned. The airport is very cognizant of the fact that the external
skin of the original terminal building is in need of major maintenance, however,
all of these 1960 finishes are laden with asbestos which requires very special
handling to abate. An overall plan will be developed to update these finishes, but
to add the work to this project will stigmatize it as a project with hazardous
materials and that stigma adds unnecessary cost.
Posr Office Box 2743 • Palm Springs, California 92263-2743 0 0 0 0 G 3
We wish to thank you and your staff for your work in helping to move our project
forward and look forward to working with you in the implementation of this project,
however it turns out-
Sincerely,
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Allen F, Smoot
Owner's Representative
Cc: City Clerk
City Manager
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RESOLUTION NO. 7111
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF PALM SPRINGS CALIFORNIA APPROVING TO
REMODEL OF THE MAIN TERMINAL OF PALM SPRINGS
INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, LOCATED AT 3400 E. TAHQUITZ
CANYON WAY, ZONE A, SECTION 18, APN 677-270-019.
WHEREAS, the Palm Springs International Airport ("Applicant") has requested
architectural approval to remodel the main terminal of the Palm Springs International
Airport at 3400 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way, Zone A, Section 18, and,
WHEREAS, on February 27 and March 5, 2008, a meeting on the major application was
held by the Planning Commission in accordance with applicable law, and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has carefully reviewed and considered all of the
evidence presented in connection with the hearing on the project, including but not
limited to the staff report, and all written and oral testimony presented.
THE PLANNING COMMISSION HEREBY FINDS AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1: Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA Guidelines,
the proposed project is Categorically Exempt under Section 15332 (Infill).
Section 2: The Palm Springs Zoning Code Section 94.04.00(D)(1-9) provides
guidelines for the architectural review of development projects to determine that the
proposed development will provide a desirable environment for its occupants as well as
being compatible with the character of adjacent and surrounding developments, and
whether aesthetically it is of good composition, materials, textures and colors.
Conformance is evaluated, based on consideration of the following:
a) Site layout, orientation, location of structures and relationship to one another and
to open spaces and topography. Definition of pedestrian and vehicular areas;
i.e., sidewalks as distinct from parking areas;
Access to the proposed project is designed according to the requirements of the
Uniform Building Code, and within the development standards of the City of Palm
Springs Zoning Ordinance. The proposed changes are entirely within the
developed section of the airport.
b) Harmonious relationship with existing and proposed adjoining developments and
in the context of the immediate neighborhood community, avoiding both
excessive variety and monotonous repetition, but allowing similarity of style, if
warranted,
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Since the remodel is within the airport, the surrounding properties are not
affected by the changes.
c) Maximum height, area, setbacks and overall mass, as well as parts of any
structure (buildings, walls, screens towers or signs) and effective concealment of
all mechanical equipment;
The combined additions to the airport is 3,500 square feet. The proposed
additions are all within the existing footprint of the airport.
d) Building design, materials and colors to be sympathetic with desert surroundings;
AND
e) Harmony of materials, colors and composition of those elements of a structure,
including overhangs, roofs, and substructures which are visible simultaneously,
AND
t) Consistency of composition and treatment,
The applicant has resubmitted plans on February 20, 2008 that attempted to
address the concerns of the Planning Commissioners and the AAC stated in the
previous reviews of the project. The wavy walkway pattern has now been
deleted. Concrete has now replaced the stone veneers on the concession
building. The proposed boulders to replace security barriers have been modified
to bollards. The water sculpture feature to the terminal's entry has also been
deleted.
The new concessions buildings are low-profile and of contemporary style with
minimal accents. The Flight Information Display next to the buildings are housed
under a concrete structure. New canopies with flat profiles shade visitors walking
between the Regional Holdroom and the Security Building.
g) Location and type of planting, with regard for desert climate conditions.
Preservation of specimen and landmark trees upon a site, with proper irrigation
to insure maintenance of all plant materials;
Adjacent to the walkway is new planting and water features meant to invoke an
"oasis The planting is composed of approximately two dozen kinds of plants,
including palm trees, flowers and non-native plants. The lake-like water feature
surrounded by lush landscaping is located near the restaurant. A redesign of the
landscape plan is needed to use more desert-appropriate plant materials and a
redesign of the courtyard water feature is needed to more closely represent the
modern architecture of the adjacent buildings.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that, based upon the foregoing, the Planning
Commission hereby approves Case No. 3.0829-C subject to the Conditions of Approval.
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ADOPTED this 5"' day of March, 2008
AYES: Caffery, Cohen, Conrad, Hochanadel, Marantz, Ringlein, and Scott
NOES: None
ABSENT: None.
ABSTENTIONS: None.
ATTEST: CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA
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Dir or of Plan Services
EXHIBIT A
RESOLUTION NO 7111
Case No 3 0829-C
3400 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way
February 27, 2008
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL.
Before final acceptance of the project, all conditions listed below shall be completed to the
satisfaction of the City Engineer, the Director of Planning Services, the Chief of Police, the Fire
Chief or their designee, depending on which department recommended the condition.
Any agreements, easements or covenants required to be entered into shall be in a form approved
by the City Attorney
Administrative
1. The proposed development of the premises shall conform to all applicable
regulations of the Palm Springs Zoning Ordinance, Municipal Code, or any
other City Codes, ordinances and resolutions which supplement the zoning
district regulations.
2. The owner shall defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the City of Palm
Springs, its agents, officers, and employees from any claim, action, or
proceeding against the City of Palm Springs or its agents, officers or
employees to attach, set aside, void or annul, an approval of the City of Palm
Springs, its legislative body, advisory agencies, or administrative officers
concerning Case 3.0829-C. The City of Palm Springs will promptly notify the
applicant of any such claim, action, or proceeding against the City of Palm
Springs and the applicant will either undertake defense of the matter and pay
the City's associated legal costs or will advance funds to pay for defense of the
matter by the City Attorney. If the City of Palm Springs fails to promptly notify
the applicant of any such claim, action or proceeding or fails to cooperate fully
in the defense, the applicant shall not, thereafter, be responsible to defend,
indemnify, or hold harmless the City of Palm Springs. Notwithstanding the
foregoing, the City retains the right to settle or abandon the matter without the
applicant's consent but should it do so, the City shall waive the indemnification
herein, except, the City's decision to settle or abandon a matter following an
adverse judgment or failure to appeal, shall not cause a waiver of the
indemnification rights herein.
3. That the property owner(s) and successors and assignees in interest shall
maintain and repair the improvements including and without limitation
sidewalks, bikeways, parking areas, landscape, irrigation, lighting, signs, walls,
and fences between the curb and property line, including sidewalk or bikeway
easement areas that extend onto private property, in a first class condition, free
from waste and debris, and in accordance with all applicable law, rules,
ordinances and regulations of all federal, state, and local bodies and agencies
having jurisdiction at the property owner's sole expense. This condition shall
be included in the recorded covenant agreement for the property if required by
the City.
Final Design
4. The landscape plan shall be redesigned and resubmitted for review by the AAC
and action by the Planning Commission with specific direction to:
a. Revise the plant palette to include more desert-appropriate species, and
b. Redesign the water feature in the courtyard to more closely represent the
modern architecture of the adjacent buildings.
Final landscaping, irrigation, exterior lighting, and fencing plans shall be
submitted for approval by the Department of Planning and Zoning prior to
issuance of a building permit. Landscape plans shall be approved by the
Riverside County Agricultural Commissioner's Office prior to submittal.
5. The exterior of the main building shall be cleaned, repaired and otherwise
maintained to restore it to a new or nearly-new condition.
6. An exterior lighting plan in accordance with Zoning Ordinance Section
9321.00, Outdoor Lighting Standards, shall be submitted for review and
approval by the Director of Planning & Zoning prior to the issuance of building
permits. Manufacturer's cut sheets of all exterior lighting on the building and in
the landscaping shall be submitted for approval prior to issuance of a building
permit. If lights are proposed to be mounted on buildings, down-lights shall be
utilized. No lighting of the hillside is permitted.
General Conditions/Code Requirements
7. Architectural approval shall be valid for a period of two (2) years. Extensions of
time may be granted by the Planning Commission upon demonstration of good
cause.
8. The appeal period for a Major application is calendar days from the date of
project approval. Permits will not be issued until the appeal period has
concluded.
9. The project is subject to the City of Palm Springs Water Efficient Landscape
Ordinance. The applicant shall submit an application for Final Landscape
Document Package to the Director of Planning and Zoning for review and
approval prior to the issuance of a building permit. Refer to Chapter 8.60 of the
Municipal Code for specific requirements.
10. Prior to issuance of a grading permit, a Fugitive Dust and Erosion Control Plan
shall be submitted and approved by the Building Official. Refer to Chapter 8.50
of the Municipal Code for specific requirements.
11. Separate architectural approval and permits shall be required for all signs. A
detailed sign program shall be submitted for review and approval by the
Planning Commission prior to issuance of building permits.
12. All awnings shall be maintained and periodically cleaned.
13. Submit plans meeting City standard for approval on the proposed trash and
recyclable materials enclosure prior to issuance of a building permit.
POLICE DEPARTMENT
14. Developer shall comply with Section 11 of Chapter 8.04 of the Palm Springs
Municipal Code.
BUILDING DEPARTMENT
15. Prior to any construction on-site, all appropriate permits must be secured.
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C4C�FORS��P" PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT
DATE: March 5, 2008 Public Meeting
SUBJECT= 3.0829 — MAJ, an application by the Palm Springs International Airport to
expand the lobby area, the main exterior courtyard add three new
concession buildings and install new landscape.
FROM: Craig A. Ewing, AICP, Director of Planning Services
BY: Bryan Fernandez, Assistant Planner
The above-referenced project is on the Agenda for the March 5, 2008 meeting. On
Friday, February 29, 2008, an Architectural Advisory Committee subcommittee
composed of Chairman James Cioffi, Paul Ortega, and Douglas Hudson will review the
revised architecture and landscape plans for the Palm Springs International Airport per
the direction of the Planning Commission. Staff will report to the Planning Commission
regarding the outcome of the AAC's review.
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Date: February 27, 2008
Case No.: 3.0829-C MAJ
Type. Major Architectural Application
Location: 3400 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way
APN: 677-270-019, 010
Applicant: Palm Springs International Airport
General Plan: Airport
Zone: A (Airport)
From: Craig A. Ewing, AICP, Director of Planning Services
Project Planner: Bryan Fernandez, Assistant Planner
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The project proposes to remodel the terminal by expanding the lobby area; installing
new landscaping, new canopies, and two new concession buildings within the Palm
Springs International Airport at 3400 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way.
RECOMMENDATION
As of the time of preparing this report, staff has not reviewed the resubmitted plans
which are scheduled for AAC review on February 25, 2008. Therefore, staff is
recommending approval of the project only if the Commission determines that the
applicant has addressed all the Commission's and AAC's concerns, if so then Case No.
3.0829-C, can be approved subject to the attached Conditions of Approval.
BACKGROUND:
The project site is the Palm Springs International Airport main terminal. The proposal is
the Phase II of the airport's remodel. Approximately 3,500 square feet of new floor area
will be added to the airport by the proposal.
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Planning Commission Staff Report Page 2 of 7
Case 3.0829-C MAJ Palm Springs International Airport February 27, 2008
The surrounding Land Uses are below:
Table 1: Surrounding Land Uses and Zonin
General Plan Zone Land Use
North Airport A (Airport) Commercial
South Airport A Residential and
Office Buildings
East _ Airport A Commercial and
Residential
West Airport A Institutional andu
Commercial
PRIOR ACTIONS
On January 22, 2008 the Architectural Advisory Committee (AAC) reviewed the
proposed project and voted 6-0 to restudy the project. The Committee members
wanted the applicant to address the following:
1. The paving patterns to the entrance of the building to be better integrated with
main space.
2. Change the entry plaza-
3- Reconsider airside entry to terminal.
4. Consider using desert landscaping rather than "oasis" landscaping.
5. Change meet-and-greet area.
6. Reconsider use of stone veneers on concession buildings and canopy.
On February 11, 2008, the AAC met to review the resubmitted drawings from the Palm
Springs International remodel of the main terminal. The changes made did not address
the AAC concerns as outlined above. The resubmitted drawings contained the following
changes after the January 22, 2008 AAC meeting:
1. Added maintenance yard elevations to the drawings
2. Changed entry water feature to include a sculpture.
3. Enlarged concession building.
4. Entrance doors replaced by sliders.
5. New holdroom elevations.
The AAC voted 7-0 to not make a recommendation to the Planning Commission.
On February 13, 2008, the Planning Commission met to review the same drawings
submitted to the AAC on February 11. The Commissioners disagreed with the proposal
regarding the 'oasis' landscaping, the paving patterns of the walkway, the water feature,
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Planning Commission Staff Report Page 3 of 7
Case 3.0829-C MAJ Palm Springs International Airport February 27, 2008
the present depressed condition of the airport, and the use of boulders as security
barriers. The Commission expressed concern about the overall project not conforming
to the Modern aesthetic of the building. The Commission voted 7-0 to continue the
project, and directed the applicant to resubmit a revised project to the AAC for review.
On February 25, 2008, the AAC will review the resubmitted drawings. Staff will present
an oral report of the AAC review, comments and recommendations to the Planning
Commission on February 27, 2008,
The applicant has made the following changes to the project since the February 13,
2008 meeting:
Front of Terminal
1. Removed colored paving pattern
2. Removed water feature
3. Removed boulders
4. Added three options for Bollard systems
Main Terminal Interior
1. Removed wavy colored terrazzo
Large Courtyard
1. Removed wavy colored paving pattern
2. Submitted a drawing that shows the amount of indigenous/drought tolerant plants
that are in the landscape plan.
Main Re-entry Area
1_ Removed ledger stone
2. Replaced the stone area with grey concrete pillars.
Check point and Coffee Shop Material Options
1. Provide three different options on the stone materials on the sides of the
buildings, from matching the original building stone to grey concrete.
ANALYSIS
GENERALPLAN
The site is identified as "Airport" on the General Plan Land Use Map. The General Plan
allows for uses that are reasonably necessary for the operation of the airport. The
proposed remodel of the terminal does not represent a departure from the current
airport use.
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Planning Commission Staff Report Page 4 of 7
Case 3.0829-C MAJ Palm Springs International Airport February 27, 2008
,ZONING
The project is zoned A (Airport). The proposed remodel is consistent with the permitted
use and property development standards set forth in Section 92.18,01 of the Palm
Springs zoning Code regulating airports. The new developments will occur within the
existing built-up central portion of the airport.
The proposed project meets all the requirements of the A zone and is consistent with
the property development standards outlined therein.
PARKING
Palm Springs International Airport provides 850 parking spaces. No additional parking
spaces are proposed. The Palm Springs Zoning Code does not set a required number
of parking spaces for airport uses. The proposal will not add to the airport capacity and
therefore, will not necessitate more parking.
ARCHITECTURAL FEATURES AND LANDSCAPE
Palm Springs International Airport was constructed in 1966; built to the designs of
Donald Wexler. Airport has gone through many remodels since. Much of the proposed
changes are within the interior courtyard of the building such as the new landscaping,
paved walkway, and new concessions building.
The applicant has resubmitted plans on February 20, 2008 that attempted to address
the concerns of the Planning Commissioners and the AAC stated in the previous
reviews of the project. The wavy walkway pattern has now been deleted. Concrete has
now replaced the stone veneers on the concession building. The proposed boulders to
replace security barriers have been modified to bollards_ The water sculpture feature to
the terminal's entry has also been deleted. The planting scheme has minimally
changed from the previous drawings.
The applicant is asking the AAC and the Planning Commission to choose the type of
bollards and stone materials on the side of the concession buildings. For the bollard
and stone materials on the concession building, staff is advising to select the option that
reflects the least departure from the surrounding buildings.
The new concessions buildings are low-profile and of contemporary style with minimal
accents. The Flight Information Display next to the buildings are housed under a
concrete structure. New canopies with flat profiles shade visitors walking between the
Regional Holdroom and the Security Building.
Planning Commission Staff Report Page 5 of 7
Case 3.0829-C MAJ Palm Springs International Airport February 27, 2008
REQUIRED FINDINGS
The Palm Springs Zoning Code Section 94.04.00(D)(1-9) provides guidelines for the
architectural review of development projects to determine that the proposed
development will provide a desirable environment for its occupants as well as being
compatible with the character of adjacent and surrounding developments, and whether
aesthetically it is of good composition, materials, textures and colors. Conformance is
evaluated, based on consideration of the following:
1. Site layout, orientation, location of structures and relationship to one another and to
open spaces and topography. Definition of pedestrian and vehicular areas; i.e.,
sidewalks as distinct from parking areas;
Access to the proposed project is designed according to the requirements of the
Uniform Building Code, and within the development standards of the City of Palm
Springs Zoning Ordinance. The proposed changes are entirely within the developed
section of the airport.
2. Harmonious relationship with existing and proposed adjoining developments and in
the context of the immediate neighborhood community, avoiding both excessive
variety and monotonous repetition, but allowing similarity of style, if warranted;
Since the remodel is within the airport, the surrounding properties are not affected by
the changes.
3. Maximum height, area, setbacks and overall mass, as well as parts of any structure
(buildings, walls, screens towers or signs) and effective concealment of all
mechanical equipment;
The combined additions to the airport is 3,500 square feet. The proposed additions
are all within the existing footprint of the airport.
4. Building design, materials and colors to be sympathetic with desert surroundings;
AND
5. Harmony of materials, colors and composition of those elements of a structure,
including overhangs, roofs, and substructures which are visible simultaneously,
AND
6. Consistency of composition and treatment,
The applicant has resubmitted plans on February 20, 2008 that attempted to
address the concerns of the Planning Commissioners and the AAC stated in the
previous reviews of the project. The wavy walkway pattern has now been deleted.
Concrete has now replaced the stone veneers on the concession building. The
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Planning Commission Staff Report Page 6 of 7
Case 3 0829-C MAJ Palm Springs International Airport February 27, 2008
proposed boulders to replace security barriers have been modified to bollards. The
water sculpture feature to the terminal's entry has also been deleted. The planting
scheme has minimally changed from the previous drawings.
The applicant is asking the AAC and the Planning Commission to choose the type of
pollards and stone materials on the side of the concession buildings. For the bollard
and stone materials on the concession building, staff is advising to select the option
that reflects the least departure from the surrounding buildings.
The new concessions buildings are low-profile and of contemporary style with
minimal accents. The Flight Information Display next to the buildings are housed
under a concrete structure. New canopies with flat profiles shade visitors walking
between the Regional Holdroom and the Security Building.
7. Location and type of planting, with regard for desert climate conditions. Preservation
of specimen and landmark trees upon a site, with proper irrigation to insure
maintenance of all plant materials;
Adjacent to the walkway is new planting and water features meant to invoke an
"oasis". The planting is composed of approximately two dozen kinds of plants,
including palm trees and flowers located throughout the terminal. Another lake-like
water feature surrounded by lush landscaping is located near the restaurant.
CONCLUSION
The project is consistent with the land use and development standards of the A zone.
Staff is recommending approval of Case 3,0829 — C MAJ.
ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION
Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA Guidelines, the proposed
project is Categorically Exempt under Section 16332 (Infill).
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Case 3.0829-C MAJ Palm Springs International Airport February 27, 2008
Attachments:
400' Radius Map
- Draft Resolution
Exhibit A: Conditions of Approval
Site plan and Elevations
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��,rport�for architectural approval to remodel the
APPLICANT: Palm Springs terminal by expanding the lobby area-, installing
International Airport new landscaping, new canopies, and two new
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RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF PALM SPRINGS CALIFORNIA APPROVING TO
REMODEL OF THE MAIN TERMINAL OF PALM SPRINGS
INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, LOCATED AT 3400 E. TAHQUITZ
CANYON WAY, ZONE A, SECTION 18, APN 677-270-019,
WHEREAS, the Palm Springs International Airport ("Applicant") has requested
architectural approval to remodel the main terminal of the Palm Springs International
Airport at 3400 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way, Zone A, Section 18; and,
WHEREAS, on February 27, 2008, a meeting on the major application was held by the
Planning Commission in accordance with applicable law; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has carefully reviewed and considered all of the
evidence presented in connection with the hearing on the project, including but not
limited to the staff report, and all written and oral testimony presented.
THE PLANNING COMMISSION HEREBY FINDS AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1: Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA Guidelines,
the proposed project is Categorically Exempt under Section 15332 (Infill).
Section 2: The Palm Springs Zoning Code Section 94.04.00(D)(1-9) provides
guidelines for the architectural review of development projects to determine that the
proposed development will provide a desirable environment for its occupants as well as
being compatible with the character of adjacent and surrounding developments, and
whether aesthetically it is of good composition, materials, textures and colors.
Conformance is evaluated, based on consideration of the following:
a) Site layout, orientation, location of structures and relationship to one another and
to open spaces and topography. Definition of pedestrian and vehicular areas;
i.e., sidewalks as distinct from parking areas,-
Access to the proposed project is designed according to the requirements of the
Uniform Building Code, and within the development standards of the City of Palm
Springs Zoning Ordinance. The proposed changes are entirely within the
developed section of the airport.
b) Harmonious relationship with existing and proposed adjoining developments and
in the context of the immediate neighborhood community, avoiding both
excessive variety and monotonous repetition, but allowing similarity of style, if
warranted;
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Since the remodel is within the airport, the surrounding properties are not
affected by the changes_
c) Maximum height, area, setbacks and overall mass, as well as parts of any
structure (buildings, walls, screens towers or signs) and effective concealment of
all mechanical equipment,
The combined additions to the airport is 3,500 square feet. The proposed
additions are all within the existing footprint of the airport.
d) Building design, materials and colors to be sympathetic with desert surroundings;
AND
e) Harmony of materials, colors and composition of those elements of a structure,
including overhangs, roofs, and substructures which are visible simultaneously,
AND
t1 Consistency of composition and treatment,
The applicant has resubmitted plans on February 20, 2008 that attempted to
address the concerns of the Planning Commissioners and the AAC stated in the
previous reviews of the project. The wavy walkway pattern has now been
deleted. Concrete has now replaced the stone veneers on the concession
building. The proposed boulders to replace security barriers have been modified
to bollards. The water sculpture feature to the terminal's entry has also been
deleted. The planting scheme has minimally changed from the previous
drawings_
The applicant is asking the AAC and the Planning Commission to choose the
type of bollards and stone materials on the side of the concession buildings. For
the bollard and stone materials on the concession building, staff is advising to
select the option that reflects the least departure from the surrounding buildings.
The new concessions buildings are low-profile and of contemporary style with
minimal accents. The Flight Information Display next to the buildings are housed
under a concrete structure. New canopies with flat profiles shade visitors walking
between the Regional Holdroom and the Security Building.
g) Location and type of planting, with regard for desert climate conditions.
Preservation of specimen and landmark trees upon a site, with proper irrigation
to insure maintenance of all plant materials;
Adjacent to the walkway is new planting and water features meant to invoke an
"oasis". The planting is composed of approximately two dozen kinds of plants,
including palm trees and flowers located throughout the terminal. Another lake-
like water feature surrounded by lush landscaping is located near the restaurant.
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that, based upon the foregoing, the Planning
Commission hereby approves Case No. 3-QB29-C subject to the Conditions of Approval-
ADOPTED this 27" day of February, 2008
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTENTIONS:
ATTEST: CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA
Craig Ewing, AICP
Director of Planning Services
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EXHIBIT A
RESOLUTION NO
Case No. 3 0829•C
3400 E Tahquitz Canyon Way
February 27, 2008
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
Before final acceptance of the project, all conditions listed below shall be completed to the
satisfaction of the City Engineer, the Director of Planning Services, the Chief of Police, the Fire
Chief or their designee, depending on which department recommended the condition.
Any agreements, easements or covenants required to be entered into shall be in a form approved
by the City Attorney.
Administrative
1. The proposed development of the premises shall conform to all applicable
regulations of the Palm Springs zoning Ordinance, Municipal Code, or any
other City Codes, ordinances and resolutions which supplement the zoning
district regulations.
2. The owner shall defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the City of Palm
Springs, its agents, officers, and employees from any claim, action, or
proceeding against the City of Palm Springs or its agents, officers or
employees to attach, set aside, void or annul, an approval of the City of Palm
Springs, its legislative body, advisory agencies, or administrative officers
concerning Case 3.0829-C. The City of Palm Springs will promptly notify the
applicant of any such claim, action, or proceeding against the City of Palm
Springs and the applicant will either undertake defense of the matter and pay
the City's associated legal costs or will advance funds to pay for defense of the
matter by the City Attorney. If the City of Palm Springs fails to promptly notify
the applicant of any such claim, action or proceeding or fails to cooperate fully
in the defense, the applicant shall not, thereafter, be responsible to defend,
indemnify, or hold harmless the City of Palm Springs. Notwithstanding the
foregoing, the City retains the right to settle or abandon the matter without the
applicant's consent but should it do so, the City shall waive the indemnification
herein, except, the City's decision to settle or abandon a matter following an
adverse judgment or failure to appeal, shall not cause a waiver of the
indemnification rights herein.
3. That the property owner(s) and successors and assignees in interest shall
maintain and repair the improvements including and without limitation
sidewalks, bikeways, parking areas, landscape, irrigation, lighting, signs, walls,
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and fences between the curb and property line, including sidewalk or bikeway
easement areas that extend onto private property, in a first class condition, free
from waste and debris, and in accordance with all applicable law, rules ,
ordinances and regulations of all federal, state, and local bodies and agencies
having jurisdiction at the property owner's sole expense. This condition shall
be included in the recorded covenant agreement for the property if required by
the City.
Final Design
4. Final landscaping, irrigation, exterior lighting, and fencing plans shall be
submitted for approval by the Department of Planning and Zoning prior to
issuance of a building permit. Landscape plans shall be approved by the
Riverside County Agricultural Commissioner's Office prior to submittal.
5. An exterior lighting plan in accordance with Zoning Ordinance Section
93.21.00, Outdoor Lighting Standards, shall be submitted for review and
approval by the Director of Planning & Zoning prior to the issuance of building
permits. Manufacturer's cut sheets of all exterior lighting on the building and in
the landscaping shall be submitted for approval prior to issuance of a building
permit. If lights are proposed to be mounted on buildings, down-lights shall be
utilized. No lighting of the hillside is permitted.
General Conditions/Code Requirements
6. Architectural approval shall be valid for a period of two (2) years. Extensions of
time may be granted by the Planning Commission upon demonstration of good
cause_
7. The appeal period for a Major application is calendar days from the date of
project approval, Permits will not be issued until the appeal period has
concluded.
8_ The project is subject to the City of Palm Springs Water Efficient Landscape
Ordinance. The applicant shall submit an application for Final Landscape
Document Package to the Director of Planning and Zoning for review and
approval prior to the issuance of a building permit. Refer to Chapter 8.60 of the
Municipal Code for specific requirements.
9, Prior to issuance of a grading permit, a Fugitive Dust and Erosion Control Plan
shall be submitted and approved by the Building Official. Refer to Chapter 8.50
of the Municipal Code for specific requirements.
10. Separate architectural approval and permits shall be required for all signs. A
detailed sign program shall be submitted for review and approval by the
Planning Commission prior to issuance of building permits.
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11. All awnings shall be maintained and periodically cleaned.
12. Submit plans meeting City standard for approval on the proposed trash and
recyclable materials enclosure prior to issuance of a building permit.
POLICE DEPARTMENT
13. Developer shall comply with Section II of Chapter 8.04 of the Palm Springs
Municipal Code,
BUILDING DEPARTMENT
14. Prior to any construction on-site, all appropriate permits must be secured.
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CITY OF PALM SPRINGS
PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES
March 05, 2008
Council Chamber, City Hall
3200 East Tahquitz Canyon Way
Palm Springs, CA 92262
CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting has been called to order at 2:02 p.m. w '
ROLL CALL: Present Present °' Year: FY 2007/2008
This Meeting: to Date:,.,ram'
'= Excused Absences:
Chair Marantz X 1,9_':`
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Vice Chair Hochanadel X 21 N
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Cohen X 21 f 0
P,inglein X 19 2
Caffery X 20 1
Scott X " `21` „ 0
Conrad X 4 _ 0
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REPORT OF POSTING-OF AGENDA -
The agenda was available for public access aY1,#City Hall exterior bulletin board (west
side of Council Chambet),andjhi'e-Planning SgrGices Department counter by 5:00 p.m.
on Friday, Feti'ru�§ry;-29, 20g8:
1. y`"`PUBLIC COMMENTS° (Three minute time limit.)
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The following` 'persons spglye in favor of a landscape redesign for the Palm Springs
International Airport:
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-Paul Ortega, Palm'. rings, requested the use of more native plants and less grass to
conserve water. 4.a
-Sunny Nelson, Palm Springs, voiced concern with the City's continual promotion of
non-native landscaping. -
-Phillip Smith, Indio, requested the use of a native plant palette and requested an
environmentally responsible design.
-Eric Wildermeth, Palm Springs, concerned with the use of tropical plants and would like
to see the City promote a desert landscape.
-Kyle Husfloen, Palm Springs, suggested several types of desert plants and encouraged
water conservation.
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-Christine Hall, Palm Desert, suggested the City should set the example for water
conservation-
-Hugh Vance, Palm Springs, expressed concern with water consumption and
encouraged the City to work with the environment.
-Mary Brantwehrl, Palm Springs, stated she would like to see the airport reflect the
beauty of the Coachella Valley-
-Renee Hersey, Palm Springs, requested a more sustainable-landscape with beauty,
color and fragrance.
-Jade Nelson, Palm Springs, spoke of the extreme temperatures in the desert which
require more maintenance and water for tropical plants; encouraged use of native
desert plants and synthetic grass.
-Rebecca Navarre, Cathedral City, provided several h ideas for`,-a native desert
landscaping.
-Nancy Bentinck, Palm Springs, provided ;details on•the Resource::'Conservation
Commission, a newly established group 'by tle:,City,=;Noting their involvement with
energy, water and waste disposal.
There being no further appearances, Public Comments was closed.
2. OTHER BUSINESS:
Case 3.0829-C MAJ-. "Ari-application by"the Palm Springs International Airport to
expand the lobby; .area, install new landscaping, new canopies and two new
buildings located 4t,--3400 Last Tahquitzl'�Canyon Way, Zone A, Section 18.
(Project Planner: BryathTemandez,, Assistant Planner) (Continued from the
meeting of February27, 2008)
Edward'Robertson, Principal PI2n"ner•,^provided background information as outlined in
the staf,port dated March,5, 2008
Allen Smoot; ,QWner Representative, Palm Springs International Airport, provided further
details on the bollards, thefedesign of the re-entry plaza, concession areas, the canopy
system and the' ch'anget made to the landscape and hardscape plan. Mr. Smoot
respectfully requestetat the Planning Commission act on the project.
Ms. Ringlein requested Mr. Smoot address the citrus on the trees. Mr. Smoot
responded that the citrus will be picked by airport personnel and passengers noting that
the original airport landscape from the 1960's was lawn, lush flowers and citrus
trees. Ms. Ringlein commented that she is in favor of the bollard system and artificial
turf.
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Ms. Conrad noted that she would not have removed the citrus trees and the target golf
and preferred a water feature consistent with the architecture. Ms. Conrad stated a
decrease in plant count would result when the landscape design is changed to modern
aesthetic. Ms. Conrad suggested keeping some grass to satisfy the concerns of some
of the passengers.
Mr. Scott commented that 25,000 star jasmine plants ar„e;ribappropriate for the
landscape plan. Mr. Scott noted that all of the architectural concerns have been
resolved; however, the landscape and water feature requirg'further changes-
Mr- Caffery noted that artificial turf would not be ideal because it`sets very hot and the
passengers could not lay on it. Mr. Caffery:_`wa,S' .in favor ''of_;..,the architectural
features with the exception of changing several tropical plants to native`.plants.
Chair Marantz stated she has noticed many people sitting,-;on the grass' relaxing and
enjoying the sunshine and would prefer to retain a'portion of the grass. Chair Marantz
was in favor of the hardscape.
Ms. Conrad clarified that she is not satrsfied;with the harclseape�,(the flatwork concrete)
and felt this is part of the lands
cape ,plan'; -she.was pleased with the bollards, the
redesign of the building and the veneer stone. -
Mr. Cohen concurred with"W"Conrad and ,'stated that he is also in favor a keeping a
portion of the grass;s(Y' that travelers could enjoy it.
Vice Chair Hoc_hanadel`.i ote, 'the.concrete color should follow suit with the existing
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MIS/C (_ cott/Cohen, 77-0)'To approve as amended:
-The landspape plan shall;be redesigned and resubmitted for review by the Architectural
Advisory C6'rhittee and a'c,t on by the Planning Commission with specific direction to:
a.) Revise the.plant,palette to include more desert appropriate species; and
b.) Redesign the';wa er feature in the courtyard to more closely represent the
modern architecture of the adjacent buildings.
Mr. Ewing noted the time-frame for an appeal of the Planning Commission decision to
the City Council-
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