HomeMy WebLinkAbout11/14/2007 - STAFF REPORTS - 2.B. b. 5,000 Sq. Ft. or more Deposit-based Fee:
(1) General Fund 129
i. Fire Department
4. Restaurants
a. Up through 4,999 Sq. Ft. Deposit-based Fee:
(1) General Fund
i, Fire Department 86
b. 5,000 Sq. Ft. or more Deposit-based Fee:
(1) General Fund
i Fire Department 129
5. Hotels/Motels/Apartments Deposit-based Fee:
a. General Fund
i. Fire [)apartment Per Story 86
plus eer unit fee 3
6. Mobile Home RV Parks: Incidental Use Areas Deposit-based Fee:
a. General Fund
i. Fire Department 86
plus per site fee over 20 3
7, Follow-up Inspection for"Noncompliance" Deposit-based Fee:
a. General Fund
i. Fire Department 126
E. Miscellaneous
1. Tank Installation Use or Permit, and Inspections Deposit-based Fee:
a. General Fund
i. Fire Department 217
plus per additional tank fee over 1 32
2. Water System Flow Test Deposit-based Fee:
a, General Fund
i. Fire Department Per hydrant
178
3, Special Inspections (Access, Clearance, Housekeeping, etc.) Deposit-based Fee:
a. General Fund
i. Fire Department 126
SECTION 7 -ORDINANCE NO. 547 FEES
The fees for Ordinance No. 547 relating to the implementation of th Alquist-Priolo Special
Studies Zones Act, shall be as follows-
1. Filing of a Geologic Report for Approval Deposit-based Fee:
a General Fund
i. Planning Department 800
fora parcel 10 acres in size or less plus a fee for each additional acre 20
to a maximum fee for additional acreage 770
ii. Transportation Department- Comprehensive Transportation Plan 38
fora parcel 10 acres in size or less plus a fee for each additional acre 2
to a maximum fee 53
2. Waiver of Geologic Report Deposit-based Fee:
a. General Fund
i. Planning Department 135
plus an additional fee upon submission to State Geologist of
recommendation of approval of wavier by County Geologist 344
ii. Transportation Department- Comprehensive Transportation Plan 5
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November 14, 2007 CONSENT CALENDAR
Subject: APPROVAL OF CONTRACT WITH RIVERSIDE COUNTY FOR PEER
REVIEW OF GEOLOGIC FAULT HAZARD REPORT UNDER THE
EARTHQUAKE FAULT ZONING ACT
From: David H. Ready, City Manager
Initiated by: Public Works and Engineering Department
SUMMARY
Scientific studies are underway to determine the existence and location of an unmapped
earthquake fault line near Garnet Hill. It is necessary for the City to review the geologic
fault hazard report to be submitted, however, the City does not retain a qualified
geologist on staff. Riverside County offers to provide a state registered geologist to
review the geologic fault hazard report on behalf of the City, pursuant to the terms of
their agreement.
RECOMMENDATION:
1) Approve Agreement No. with Riverside County to provide review of site-
specific geologic reports prepared and submitted to the City pursuant to the
Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zoning Act; and
2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.
STAFF ANALYSIS.-
Element 6 — the Safety Element, of the City's recently updated and adopted General
Plan, discusses seismic safety considerations for areas of Palm Springs. Please refer
to Attachment 1 for a copy of the related section from the General Plan. Specifically, an
earthquake fault identified as the Garnet Hill Fault extends from the area of Interstate 10
and Highway 62 to near the intersection of Interstate 10 and Gene Autry Trail.
However, this fault is not yet mapped pursuant to the Alquist Priolo Earthquake Fault
Zoning Act.
The Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault ,Zoning Act was passed in 1972 to mitigate the
hazard of surface faulting to structures for human occupancy. This state law was a
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Garnet Hill Fault Study
direct result of the 1971 San Fernando Earthquake, which was associated with
extensive surface fault ruptures that damaged numerous homes, commercial buildings,
and other structures. Surface rupture is the most easily avoided seismic hazard.
The Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zoning Act's main purpose is to prevent the
construction of buildings used for human occupancy on the surface trace of active
faults. The Act only addresses the hazard of surface fault rupture and is not directed
toward other earthquake hazards. The Seismic Hazards Mapping Act, passed in 1990,
addresses non-surface fault rupture earthquake hazards, including liquefaction and
seismically induced landslides.
The law requires the State Geologist to establish regulatory zones (known as
Earthquake Fault Zones) around the surface traces of active faults and to issue
appropriate maps. ["Earthquake Fault Zones" were called "Special Studies Zones" prior
to January 1, 1994.] The maps are distributed to all affected cities, counties, and state
agencies for their use in planning and controlling new or renewed construction. Local
agencies must regulate most development projects within the zones. Projects include all
land divisions and most structures for human occupancy. Single family wood-frame and
steel-frame dwellings up to two stories not part of a development of four units or more
are exempt. However, local agencies can be more restrictive than state law requires.
Before a project can be permitted, cities and counties must require a geologic
investigation to demonstrate that proposed buildings will not be constructed across
active faults. An evaluation and written report of a specific site must be prepared by a
licensed geologist. If an active fault is found, a structure for human occupancy cannot
be placed over the trace of the fault and must be set back from the fault (generally 50
feet).
Earthquake Fault Zones are regulatory zones around active faults. The zones are
defined by turning points connected by straight lines. Most of the turning points are
identified by roads, drainages, and other features on the ground. Earthquake Fault
Zones are plotted on topographic maps at a scale of 1 inch equals 2,000 feet. The
zones vary in width, but average about one-quarter mile wide.
A fault is a fracture in the crust of the earth along which rocks on one side have moved
relative to those on the other side. Most faults are the result of repeated displacements
over a long period of time. A fault trace is the line on the earth's surface defining the
fault. For the purposes of the Act, an active fault is one that has ruptured in the last
11,000 years.
Surface rupture occurs when movement on a fault deep within the earth breaks through
to the surface. Surface ruptures associated with the 1992 Landers Earthquake, in San
Bernardino County, extended for 50 miles with displacements of an inch to 20 feet. Not
all earthquakes result in surface rupture. The Loma Prieta Earthquake of 1989 caused
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November 14, 2007- Page 3
Garnet Hill Fault Study
major damage in the San Francisco Bay Area but the movement deep in the earth did
not break through to the surface.
Fault rupture almost always follows preexisting faults, which are zones of weakness.
Rupture may occur suddenly during an earthquake or slowly in the form of fault creep.
Sudden displacements are more damaging to structures because they are
accompanied by shaking.
Fault creep is the slow rupture of the earth's crust. Examples of creep are well known
along the Hayward Fault where it crosses highly developed areas in Contra Costa and
Alameda Counties. Although the Hayward Fault ruptured suddenly in the 1868
earthquake, it also exhibits slow surface creep which offsets and deforms curbs, streets,
buildings, and other structures that lie on top of the fault.
Because the Garnet Hill Fault is not yet mapped pursuant to the Alquist-Priolo
Earthquake Fault Zoning Act, prior to any new development occurring in that area it will
be necessary for a geologic fault study to be performed that specifically identifies the
location of the slip fault and the resulting building setback offset limits.
Currently, the property owner of land located east of Garnet Hill is working with a soil
geologist to map the Garnet Hill Fault. In order to accurately review and assess the
findings of the geologic fault study, it is recommended that the City refer the study to the
Riverside County Chief Engineering Geologist to ensure the study meets the
requirements of the Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zoning Act, and that the fault is
accurately mapped.
Staff recommends that the City use the County's standard form agreement for the
purpose of providing peer review of the geologic fault study to be submitted to the City
for approval. The alternative would require the City to obtain professional services from
a competing professional soil and geology firm, and given the legal importance of the
geologic fault study, staff recommends that the peer review be performed by a
governmental agency rather than another private firm.
FISCAL IMPACT:
None, any fees to be paid to Riverside County associated with the agreement will be
paid by the property owner or his agent submitting the geologic fault study to the City for
review and approval.
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Garnet Hill Fault Study
SUBMITTED:
Da--yid, Barakian ?homasJV+bsonDirector of Public Works/City Engineer istant Ci{y on
David H. Ready, City er
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Palm Springs General Plan excerpt
2. Agreement
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CITY OF PALM SPRINGS
GENERAL PLAN
GOALS, POLICIES AND ACTIONS
This section contains an overview and policy direction related to safety
Provisions within the City.The safety items addressed in this clement should
be given careful consideration when new development, roads,parks, critical
emergency facilities, infrastructure, or ocher projects are designed.
S)EISNIC SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS
The City of Palm Springs is located in an area subject to substantial seismic
hazards such as earthquakes, liquefaction and earthquake-induced slope
failure and landslides These seismic hazards can affect the structural integrity
of buildings and utilities, and,in turn, cause property damage and potential
loss of life. Although it is not possible to prevent earthquakes, their descruc-
cive effects can be minimized through comprehensive hazard-mitigation
programs and efforts.
Earthquakes and Fault Zones
The City of Palm Springs is located in an area where numerous active faults
arc present. At least two active faults, the Banning and Garncr Hill faults,
depicted in Figure 6-1,Seeinnic Iirazardi,extend through portions of the City.
Both fault zones are capable of causing damage to the City. Other faults in
Seismic Shaking: Lateral the region, such as the San Andreas, San Gorgonio Pass, and San Jacinto
movement,or acceleration,e. the faults, also have the potential to produce strong reismic shaking m Palm
ground during an earthquake. P P g • K
Surface Rupture: Occurs when Springs.
movement on a fault deep within The potential for ground rupture due to fault movement is commonly related
the earth breaks through to the
surface.Although surface rupture to the seismic activity of known fault zones. Active faults are present along
typically results in a small the northernmost reaches of the City,where dhe traces of the Garnec Hill and
percentage of the total damage in Banning faults have been mapped.These faults have the potential to generate
an earthquake,being too close to a surjieca rn/gtaare or ground deformation in the City of Palm Springs.As shown
rupturing fault can cause severe in Figure 6-1,an Alquist-Ptiolo Earthquake Faulr Zone has been assigned ro
damage to structures. the portion of the Banning fault chat extends rhrough Palm Springs, and co
Surface Trace: Commonly the San Gorgonio Pass fault located immediately north of the City's
referred o as a"fault lint,"it is the
intersection of a fault plane with
norchwest corner.Under the Alquisr-Priolo Farchquakc Fault Zoning Act,the
the surface of the earth. location of structures for human occupancy across the surface trace of an
active fault is restricted.A Riverside County Fault Management Hazard Zone
has been assigned ro the portion of the Garnet Hill fault than extends through
the City. Although the Garner IIill fault is nor designated as an Alquist-
Priolo fault zone, Riverside County has established Fault Management
Hazard Zones in order to require subsurface investigations of the Garnec Hill
fault to determine, over time, if the traces of the fault are active. This
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SAFETY ELEMENT
designation for the Garner Hill fault allows the City of Palm Springs to
regulate future development across the trace of the fault. Consideration
should also be given to known faults iliac, though not active, are[napped in
the Palm Springs area, including but nor limited to the South Pass fault, the
Palm Canyon fault, and the Deep Canyon fault(see Figure 6-1).
Laws to Mitigate Ealrthgixalce Hazards
The State of California regulates development in potentially seismically active
areas through a variety of cools chat reduce or mitigate potential hazards from
earthquakes or other geological hazards.
The Gcelifornia 13uildhi Q Coyle(CBC)contains provisions to safeguard against
major structural failures or loss of life caused by carthquakcs or other geologic
hazards, and identifies zones of seismic activity subject to varying degrees of
Potential impact and frequency of large earthquakes. The City of Palm
Springs lies entirely within Seismic Zone 4 and is potentially subject to the
highest acceleration, or changes in speed or velocity, due to seismic shaking.
Enacted in 1986, the Univiuforcecl Alcasomy Lam requires all cities and
counties within Seismic Zone 4 to identify potentially hazardous unreinforced
masonry (URM) buildings in their jurisdictions, establish a URM loss-
reduction program, and notify the owners of such buildings of the potential
earthquake hazard their buildings pose
The primary purpose of the Aleluiss-Priolo t;urthyncake Fault Zoning Act is
to prohibit the location of structures for human occupancy across active
surface traces of fault lines until gcotechnical investigations determine that a
potential building site is safe for habitation. The Act also requires cities to
disclosc co the general public,through the use of maps and other appropriate
materials, areas that are subject to seismic hazards.
The Seismic R azurds Majj)ing Act (SHMA) of 1990 addresses nonsurface
fault rupture earthquake hazards, including strong ground shaking, lique-
faction,and seismically induced landslides.The California Geological Survey
(CGS)has nor yet mapped the Palm Springs area under Elie SHMA.Ilowcver,
performing geological studies in chose areas identified as having a liquefaction
or slope-instability hazard would reduce the potential for damage from these
hazards.
Palm Springs 2007 General Plan Page 6.3
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CITY OF PALM SPRINGS
GENERAL PLAN
Liquefaction
Liquefaction occurs when loose,soft, unconsolidated, or sandy soils iliac are
saturated with water arc subjected to ground vibrations during a seismic
even[. Significant ground shaking causes sod to lose strength and "liquefy"
triggering scruccural distress or failure due to the settling of the ground or a
loss of strength in the soils underneath structures.
The northern and eastern areas of the City have a low possibility of being
affected by liquefaction(see Figure 6-1).This hazard is considered low in the
Palm Springs area because the approximate depth to groundwater is greater
than 50 feet. Research and historical data indicate chat loose, granular
materials saturated with groundwater and located at depths of less than
50 feet with silt and clay contents of less than 30 percent arc most susceptible
to liquefaction.Shallow groundwater chat can concribure to the occurrence of
liquefaction is known to occur locally in the downtown area, immediately
surrounding the Agua Calienre Springs- A strong earthquake could cause
liquefaction in this area, most likely expressed as "sand volcanoes" rmme-
diacely surrounding the spring. Seasonal fluctuations in groundwater levels
and the introduction of residential irrigation increase liquefaction risk.
Earthqualce-Induced Slope Failures and Landslides
Strong ground motions can worsen existing unstable slope conditions,
particularly if coupled with sacrated ground conditions.Earthquake-induced
slope failures generally include rock falls,landslides,and debris flows chat can
overrun structures,people,or property,sever ucilicy lines,or block roads,which
can hinder rescue operations after an earthquake.After the 1986 North Palm
Springs earthquake,numerous landslides consisting primarily of debris slides
and rockfalls were reported over an area of 600 square kilometers.
The southern parts of Palm Springs arc most vulnerable to seismically
induced slope failure, due to the steep terrain. Those areas of the City at the
foot of the San Jacinto Mountains or below hills covered with large boulders
are most susceptible to rockfall. In areas where there is development at the
base of steep slopes, dislodged boulders can roll down onto roadways, with
the potential to impact passing motorists.
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SAFETY ELEMENT
GOAL. SAI:
Aeduce,to the greatest extent possible,-The and environme ntal
effects of seismic hazards within the City.
Policies
SA1.1 Minimize The risk to life and property through the identification
of porencially hazardous areas, adherence co proper construction
design criteria,and provision of hazards information to all residents
and business owners
SA1.2 Require geologic and geotechnical investigations in areas of
potential seismic hazards such as fault rupture, seismic shaking,
liquefaction,and slope failure,as part of the environmental and/or
development review process for all structures,and enforce structural
setbacks from faults that are identified Through those investigations
in accordance with the Seismic Hazards Mapping Act. Require
subsurface investigations of the Garner Hill fault if and as that
area of northern Palm Springs is developed.
SAI.3 Coordinate with the National Earthquake Hazard Reduction
Program of the Federal Emergency Management Agency to
identify earthquake risks and available mitigatiou techniques.
SAIA Enforce the requirements of rbe California Seismic IIazards
Mapping and Alquiso-Pciolo Earthquake Fault Zoning Acts when
siring, evaluating, and consTrucung new projects within the Cary.
SA1.5 Disallow the consrrucatn of buildings designed fur human
occupancy within 50 feet of an active fault and prcvenc new
critical,sensitive,and high-occupancy facilities from being located
within 100 feet of a porcntially active fault.
SA16 Maintain a strong, enforceable ordinance for upgrading
unteinforced masonry buildings That is tailored to the local Lifelines: Water,sewer,electrical,
conditions in the City of Palm Springs gas,communication,and
transportation facilities that are
SAI.7 Require that engineered slopes be designed to resist cardxquake- needed in the event on an
induced failure. earthquake,flood,or other natural
disaster.(Additional info can
SA 1.5 Require chat lifelines crossing a fault be designed to resist damage be found in the Disaster
in the occurrence of fault rupture. Preparedness, Response and
Recovery Section of this Element.)
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CITY OF PALM SPRINGS
GENERAL PLAN
SAI 9 Require removal or rehabilitation of hazardous or substandard
structures that may collapse in the event of an earthquake, in
accordance with the Unreinforced Masonry Law and other
applicable regulations.
SAL10 Designate, where appropriate, hazard zones (earthquake fault
lines, floodways and floodplams, steep or unstable slopes, areas
susceptible to rockfalls and landslides, etc.) as open space, and
these areas on the land use map.
SA1.11 Encourage and cooperate with Caltrans to stabilize susceptible
slopes and strengthen bridges, elevated roadways, and ocher
structures along state highways, which may be subject to failure
during major seismic events, thereby isolating portions of the
community from emergency aid and assistance.
SA1.12 Ensure that the highest and most current professional standards
for seismic design are used in the design of Critical,Sensitive,and
IIigh-Occupancy facilities such as water tanks,dams,levees, and
hospitals.
SA 1.13 Require hquefaccion-assessment studies in those areas identified as
being susceptible to liquefaction.
SA1.14 Include liquefaction-mitigation measures in the construction of
bridges, roadways, major utility lines, or park improvements in
potentially liquefiable areas,such as the Wbitewacer riverbed or at
Elie mouths of canyons.
SA 1.15 Determine the areas potentially subject to flooding in the event of
a rupture of flood-control facilities in the Palm Springs area due to
earthquake activity, especially where such facilities cross or are
near active faults.
Actions
SAL Prepare a detailed geocechnical analysis for new construction
and significant alterations to structures located in areas identified
as being subject to slope failure, rockfalls, or landslides.
SA1.2 Participate with surrounding communities and applicable state
and federal agencies to establish and maintain maps illustrating
the location of seismic and geological hazard zones occurring
within the City boundaries and sphere of influence.
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SAFETY ELEMENT
SA1.3 Initiate an educational public outreach program in coordination
with local uriliry companies,the Coachella Valley Water Discric[,
the Desert Water Agency, [he Palm Springs Unified School
District, police and fire deparEmencs, and others outlining
appropriate accion before, during, and after earthquakes and
ocher disasters.
SAIA Keep Elie City's public awareness programs on natural-disasrer
management and emergency preparedness up-Eo-dace on
current hazards and issues and seek public participation in Elie
dcvelopmenr of hazard mi[igation and disaster recovery programs.
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AGREEMENT FOR REVIEW UNDER EARTHQUAKE FAULT ZONING ACT
This agreement is made and entered into this day of
200 , between the County of Riverside (hereinafter
"COUNTY' ' ) , on behalf of its Transportation and Land Management
Agency/Planning Division ( '-TLMA, 1 ) , and the City of Palm Springs,
California, a California charter City (hereinafter "CITY' ' )
RECITALS
1 _ CITY has a need for review of site-specific geologic reports
prepared and submitted pursuant to the Alquist-Priolo
Earthquake Fault Zoning Act ( "Act " ) regarding the
incorporated areas of the CITY_
2 . TLMA has a State Registered Geologist who has the expertise,
and knowledge to perform the services needed by the CITY.
3 . COUNTY and CITY desire to specify the terms and conditions
under which the services shall be provided.
Section I
TLMA agrees :
1 . Upon request from CITY, to provide the review and approval by
a State Registered Geologist prior to permit approval by the
CITY as required by the Act .
2 . To perform the services to the same extent and in the same
manner as it does similar review services for itself, in
accordance with the following procedure :
a. The following items should be transmitted to TLMA_
1 . Four (4) wet signed copies of the site specific,
geologic/Fault hazard report .
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2 . The assessor' s parcel number (s) for the applicable
lots .
3 . The CITY' s case number and appropriate case maps .
4 . A check, payable to Riverside County Planning
Department for the current review fee charges by the
County for Alquist-Priolo report review. See County
Ordinance 547 and G71 . These fees are subject to a two
percent (2 . 09s) Land Management System Fee Surcharge .
This surcharge is added to the total fees per the fee
schedule. A copy of the current fee schedule is
attached.
b. Upon receipt of the report and fees, the report is
assigned a County Geologic Report Number. The report is
reviewed and a site visit is made within 30 days of receipt of
the transmittal package . COUNTY will work directly with the
Registered Geologist who prepared the report, to obtain an
acceptable report _ Copies of review letters with comments
will be sent to the CITY.
C. Upon an acceptable report being obtained, a letter that
includes the conclusions and recommendations of the
consultant ' s report, appropriate conditions of approval for
the project, and a statement indicating approval of the report
is prepared. Copies of the final , approved report and the
letter will be transmitted to CITY and the California Division
of Mines and Geology, in compliance with the Act .
3 . To retain, consistent with State law, all documents submitted
and documentation thereafter generated by COUNTY relating to
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the services performed hereunder.
Section II
CITY agrees :
1 . To submit all necessary documentation for review to COUNTY_
2 . To collect and forward to COUNTY with the documentation, the
appropriate fee evidencing the cost of .review.
3 . That CITY shall indemnify and hold COUNTY, its officers,
agents and employees free and harmless from any liability
whatsoever based or asserted upon any claims arising out of
the performance of this Agreement, for property damage, bodily
injury or death or any other element of damage of any kind or
nature, relating to or in anyway connected with the services
contemplated by this agreement to the same extent as CITY is
required to indemnify and hold its officers, agents and
employees free and harmless . CITY shall defend, at its
expense, including reasonable attorney fees, COUNTY its
officers, agents and employees in any claim asserted and in
any legal action based upon such alleged acts or omissions .
Section III
It is mutually agreed as follows :
1 . All arrangements for services hereunder shall be made between
CITY' s City Engineer and the ThMA Chief Engineering Geologist .
2 . The parties shall meet at mutually agreeable times to review
performance of services and resolve any problems that may
develop.
3 _ The term of this agreement shall commence upon execution
thereof by the parties and shall terminate one year
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EARTHQUAKE FAULT ZONING ACT 16
thereafter provided, however, that either art hereto may
p party Y
terminate this agreement by giving 30 days written notice to
the other party.
4 . This Agreement shall not be delegated or assigned by CITY or
COUNTY, either in whole or in part .
5 . This Agreement constitutes the entire Agreement between the
parties hereto with respect to the subject matter hereof and
all prior or contemporaneous agreements of any kind or nature
relating to the same shall be deemed to be merged herein. No
alteration or variation of the terms of this Agreement shall
be valid unless made in writing and signed by the Parties
hereto, and no oral understanding or agreement not
incorporated herein, shall be binding on any of the parties
hereto .
6 . If any provision in this Agreement is held by a court of
competent jurisdiction to be invalid, void or unenforceable,
the remaining provisions will nevertheless continue in full
force without being impaired or invalidated in any way.
7 . Any notice required or authorized under this (agreement shall
be in writing. If notice is given by United State mail, it
shall be sent registered or certified mail, return receipt
requested, addressed as follows :
City of Palm Springs County of Riverside
Public Works & Engineering TLMA/Director o•f- Planning
3200 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way 4080 Lemon St . , 9th Flr
Palm Springs, CA 92262 Riverside, CA 92501
8 . This agreement is intended by the parties hereto as a final
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EARTHQUAKE FAULT ZONING ACT 17
expression of their understanding with respect to the subject
matter hereof and as a complete and exclusive statement of the
provisions thereof and supersedes any and all prior and
contemporaneous agreements and understandings, oral or
written, in connection therewith. This agreement may be
changed or modified only upon the written consent of the
parties hereto .
Date : County of Riverside
ATTEST:
Gerald A. Maloney By
Clerk of the Board Chairperson, Board of
Supervisors
By
Deputy
(SEAL)
Date _ City of Palm Springs
ATTEST:
By By
City Clerk City Manager
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