HomeMy WebLinkAbout2/19/2003 - STAFF REPORTS (14) DATE: February 19, 2003
TO: City Council
FROM: Director of Planning and Zoning
CASE NO. 5.0938 - PD-282 TTM31006 - AN APPLICATION BY LAGUNA PACIFIC, LP FOR
CANYON VISTA, LP FOR PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT 282 IN-LIEU OF A CHANGE
OF ZONE AND TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 31006 FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF 66
TIMESHARE UNITS AND ASSOCIATED ON AND OFF-SITE IMPROVEMENTS FOR THE
PROPERTY LOCATED AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF MURRAY CANYON DRIVE AND
SIERRA MADRE, ZONE R-2 AND O, SECTION 35.
RECOMMENDATION
The Planning Commission recommends that the City Council order filing of a Mitigated Negative
Declaration and approve (A) Preliminary Planned Development District 282 in-lieu of a change
of zone and (B) Tentative Tract Map 31006 for the construction of 66 timeshare units and
associated on and off-site improvements for the property located at the northeast corner of
Murray Canyon Drive and Sierra Madre, Zone R-2 and O, Section 35. The site is being leased
by Canyon Vista, LP and developed by Laguna Pacific, LP. The president of Laguna Pacific,
LP is Brad Gorman and the co-partner of Canyon Vista, LP is Joe Morreale.
SUMMARY
Approval by the City Council will facilitate the construction of a 66 unit timeshare project.
The Planning Commission at its January 22, 2003 meeting, voted 6-0-1 to approve the project,
subject to the conditions of approval. Concerns regarding the parking situation of the existing
timeshares to the west of the project affecting the proposed project were expressed by
surrounding property owners and the Commission. In response, the applicant has provided an
additional 4 spaces for a total of 120 spaces and allocated employee parking on-site. An
employee break area will also be incorporated into the project in order to avoid incidents of
littering. The Commission added Condition #5c with regards to the review of driveways for the
project to ensure alignment with opposing future development (hotel site), prior to the issuance
of building permits. The applicant verbally agreed to the added Condition of Approval.
In response to concerns expressed by neighbours, staff reviewed the permits for the timeshare
project to the west of the subject property and found that the project is required to provide on-
site parking for all employees, guests, and prospective buyers. Staff is currently seeking
enforcement action in order to ensure that the project complies with the conditions of approval,
as adopted by the Planning Commission on August 14, 1991.
BACKGROUND
Laguna Pacific, LP for Canyon Vista, LP has applied for a Planned Development District in-lieu
of a change of zone in order to allow conformance with Multi-Family Residential and Hotel Zone
(R-3) zoning standards and to resolve the split zoning classification of Limited Multi-Family
Residential (R-2)and Open Space (0)for the project site.
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The proposed development is located at the northeast corner of Murray Canyon Drive and
Sierra Madre. The proposed timeshares are consistent with the intended land use for this area
per Section 93.15.00 of the Zoning Ordinance. Directly to the west are timeshares and multi-
family developments. To the south is the Canyon South Golf Course and former hotel site, to
the north is single family residentially zoned property and a golf course, and to the east are
apartments. Therefore, the proposed timeshare use is consistent with surrounding land uses.
The project site extends approximately 475 feet north and 628 feet east of the intersection of
Murray Canyon Drive and Sierra Madre. The north extent of project is approximately 200 feet
south of any existing single family residential development. The project site is currently vacant
but was previously developed as a tennis club and is surrounded by urban development. The
site is presently ungraded with a number of palm trees and remnants of tennis courts that
formerly occupied the site.
Access to the project will be from two driveways on Murray Canyon Drive and one driveway on
Sierra Madre. Existing improvements consist of a vertical curb and gutter and a four lane,
undivided, striped roadway on Murray Canyon Drive and a vertical curb and gutter and two lane,
undivided, striped roadway on Sierra Madre. Both Murray Canyon Drive and Sierra Madre have
been improved to secondary and collector street standards, respectively. The project will result
in 206 additional average trips per weekday and will pay a fair share fee towards the the
addition of a new traffic signal at the corner of South Palm Canyon Drive and Murray Canyon
Drive. The majority of parking spaces and units are concentrated on the southern part of the
project site, therefore, most of the traffic should be directed to Murray Canyon Drive, a
secondary thoroughfare.
The project will include 29 one bedroom and 37 two bedroom units 810 square feet and 940
square feet in size, respectively, not including patio space. With patio space included, the one
bedroom units will be 900 square feet and the two bedroom units will be 1010 square feet in
size. The units are one or two stories, including some stacked units on top of carports. The
units are oriented to take advantage of the golf course views to the north and east and the
canyon views to the south and west. The subject property is an awkward L-shape, which is
shown on the site plan as partitioned into four areas in order to emphasize the "courtyard"
concept of the project. The four areas include the north part of the site with a mix of one and
two-story buildings, the common area and units at the corner of Murray Canyon Drive and
Sierra Madre, and the two configurations at the southeast end of the site where most of the
stacked units are located. Each area can be viewed as containing its own parking and
encourages more intimate interaction with the buildings and amenities to bring the development
to a human scale. Amenities on-site include a recreation room, club room, gym facility,
employee break room, and outdoor pool and spa area.
TIMESHARE MANAGEMENT PROGRAM
Canyon Vista Timeshare Resort will be managed by RCI Resort Management Inc. (RCIRM), a
wholly owned subsidiary of Cendant Corporation. RCIRM is the world's largest resort property
management company with 7 out of 10 timeshare resorts worldwide affiliated with the company
(see Attachment 3). RCIRM currently manages at least 10 resorts in Palm Springs and more
throughout the Coachella Valley. The timeshares will be staffed by 13 full-time and 7 part-time
employees including 6 management staff, 2 maintenance staff, and 12 housekeeping staff.
Management staff will maintain the following office hours: Monday to Thursday 8am to 10pm,
Friday and Saturday 8am to Midnight, and Sunday 8am to 9pm. A toll-free, 24 hour emergency
telephone will be provided to all residents in the event after-hours maintenance or management
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assistance is needed. A more detailed program addressing timeshare intervals, ongoing
maintenance, sales and marketing, and measures to ensure stable occupancy rates will be
submitted by the applicant prior to approval of the Final Planned Development District.
Section 93.15.00 of the Zoning Ordinance states regulations for occupancy of land on a time-
share basis including the fact that the transient occupancy tax shall be applicable to all time-
share projects. The project is subject to Municipal Code Chapter 3.28 regarding the time-share
occupancy tax. Currently, the City does not impose this tax but could do so at some time in the
future. The applicant must comply with condition of approval #6, which addresses the project's
compliance with the applicable Zoning and Municipal Code sections. All short-term unit rentals
will be subject to the transient occupancy tax.
ANALYSIS
The proposed timeshares are located in an area that has many resort style developments,
including the existing timeshares directly west of the project. In order to better integrate into the
neighbourhood in terms of property development standards, Planned Development District 282
in-lieu of a change of zone, is being requested by the applicant. The PD in-lieu of a change of
zone may be approved by the City Council where a zone change appears valid for specific
uses, and only those uses, proposed by an applicant and where the applicant agrees to comply
with all conditions imposed on the project. In this case, the applicant is proposing the use of
land on a timeshare basis where current zoning would not permit any residential development
on the north half of the subject property, which is zoned O (Open Space). The timeshare project
will match the resort character of the surrounding neighbourhood. Pursuant to Section 93.15.00
of the Zoning Ordinance, timeshare projects require a conditional use permit and frontage on a
major or secondary thoroughfare if located in a GR-5 or R-2 zone or must be located in a R-3,
R-4, R-4VP, C-B-D, C-1, C-1AA, and C-2 zone. The PD in-lieu of a change of zone is an
appropriate mechanism for consideration of the timeshare project because it encompasses the
requirements of a conditional use permit and allows flexibility in property development
standards. In addition, the General Plan designation for the property is M15 (Medium Density
12-15 units/acre)with the current zoning of O (Open Space)for the north part of the project site.
Using R-3 standards, the property has an maximum allowable density of 71 units. The proposal
for 66 units is within the allowable density pursuant to Section 92.04.03 of the Zoning
Ordinance. The proposed General Plan designation of H30 for the subject property would allow
between 66 to 98 units, therefore, the project would also meet the General Plan density
parameters.
Parking for the timeshares is a Planning Commission and neighbourhood concern due to the
experience of the existing timeshare project to the west. That project has had difficulties with
parking due to employe and guest parking on the street and causing traffic disruption to the
single family residential neighbourhood to the east. Staff has required that the proposed
project's parking calculations be based upon residential parking ratios. That is, 1.25 spaces for
one bedroom units, 1.5 spaces for two bedroom units, and 1 space for every 4 units to account
for guest parking. The project is required to have 109 parking spaces. The applicant has
provided 120 spaces including five accessible spaces, of which at least one must be van
accessible. In an attempt to eliminate any future parking problems associated with the
timeshare project, all guests and company and employee vehicles associated with the operation
of the timeshares shall be required to park on-site only. The Planning Commission
recommends that the applicant provide additional parking for employee use only at a ratio of 1
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space per employee or as an alternative, 20% above the required number of parking spaces
(i.e. 22 spaces).
The proposal will be compatible with surrounding land uses because the properties are in an
area with resort development. Architecturally, the design is of a modern style comprised of
vertical and horizontal planes. Solar control is provided by cantilevered parasol sun screens.
The project site abuts the Canyon Country Club golf course and is sensitive to single family
residential development to the north. The building height for the project decreases to fifteen feet
and one-story 200 feet from the R-1-C zoning to the north. The 200 foot setback is required by
Section 92.04.03.D.2, which limits building heights to 15 feet or one-story when R-3 zoned
property abuts R-1 zoned property. Maximum building height for the project is 24 feet and the
carports are 10 feet in height. The applicant will be providing additional detailed elevations,
especially for the carports and stacked units fronting on Murray Canyon Drive, in the final
development plans. The project meets the R-3 zone open space requirements, which call for
forty-five (45) percent open space. The project has fifty-two (52) percent open space and
recreational areas, thirty (30) percent hardscape, and eighteen (18) percent building coverage.
The project does not comply with the minimum building separation requirement of fifteen (15)
feet. The building code requires a minimum building separation of ten (10) feet for multiple
family occupancies. Therefore, the applicant is requesting modification of the building
separation requirement from 15 feet to 10 feet. The Planning Commission supports the
modification to building separation. Otherwise, the project complies with all other property
development standards in the R-3 zone.
Table 1: Surrounding General Plan Designations, Zoning, and Land Uses
General Plan Zoning Land Uses
North 114, PR R-1-C, O Vacant, golf course
South M15, PR R-2, W Canyon South Golf Course, Murray Canyon Drive
East M15, PR R-2, O Canyon Villas apartments, golf course
West H 43/21 R-3 Timeshares, condominiums
ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND NOTIFICATION
In completing the EA, staff found a number of potentially significant impacts, including air
quality, land use and planning, noise, and transportation/traffic. The impacts to air quality and
noise are directly related to construction and grading activities. The applicant will be required to
submit a Fugitive Dust Control Plan and comply with the mitigation measures as prescribed in
the environmental assessment. Impacts to land use and planning are due the requested
General Plan Amendment and PD in-lieu of a change of zone. If the General Plan Map
Amendment and Planned Development District 282 are approved, the project will be compatible
with the applicable land use designations. In terms of transportation and traffic, the project will
generate approximately 209 additional average trips per weekday. The project will increase
traffic at the Murray Canyon Drive and South Palm Canyon Drive intersection by 0.5%. In order
to mitigate traffic impacts, the applicant will contribute a fair share payment of$600 to the Public
Works Department for a new signal at the intersection of South Palm Canyon Drive and Murray
Canyon Drive.
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Upon completion of the EA, staff found that although the proposed project could have a
significant impact on the environment, there will not be a significant effect in this case because
of the mitigation measures described in the Mitigated Negative Declaration.
All property owners within four hundred (400) feet of the subject site have been notified. In
addition, the EA was sent to local utilities and interested parties. As of the writing of this report,
staff has received concerns from three property owners regarding parking, waste management,
and traffic control for the project. These concerns are due to problems that the neighbours have
experienced with the existing timeshare project at the northeast corner of Murray Canyon Drive
and Sierra Madre.
Director of tanning and Zoning
City Manager
ATTACHMENTS
1. Vicinity Map
2. Environmental Assessment
3. Additional information for RCI Resort Management
4. Correspondence received from surrounding property owners
5. Ordinance
6. Resolution
7. Conditions
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CITY. OF PALM SPRINGS
CAE . 5.0938 - PD-282 TTM 31006 DESCRIPTION
Application for a General Plan Map Amendment to
APPLT_ICANT Laguna Pacific, LP for I re-designate property from MI5 to H30 and a PD
and TTM for the construction of 66 timeshare units
Canyon Vista, LP
IL at the northeast comer of Murray Canyon Drive and
Sierra Madre,Zone R-2 and O, Section 35.
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MEMORANDUM
From: Director of Planning and Zoning
To: Distribution
Subject: Notice of Availability of an Initial Study/Environmental Assessment that evaluates
the implementation of the Canyon Vista Timeshare Resort, proposed by Laguna
Pacific, LP for Canyon Vista, LP, Case 5.0938 - PD-282 TTM 31006 for a General
Plan Map Amendment, Preliminary Planned Development District 282 in lieu of a
Change of Zone, and Tentative Tract Map 31006 for the construction of 66
timeshare units on a 3.27 acre site located at the northeast corner of Murray
Canyon Drive and Sierra Madre.
The City of Palm Springs has prepared an Initial Study/Environment Assessment (IS/EA) which
evaluates the General Plan Map Amendment to amend M15 (Medium Density 12-15 units/acre)
to H 43/21 (High Density Residential : Hotel & Resort Housing 30-43 units/acre) for the property
located at the northeast corner of Murray Canyon Drive and Sierra Madre. The General Plan Map
Amendment will facilitate the development of a 66-unit timeshare project.
The second request is for Case 5.0938-PD-282 TTM 31006, an application for Planned
Development District 282 (PD-282) and Tentative Tract Map 31006 for the construction of 66
timeshare units and associated architectural approvals on 3.27 acres located at the northeast
corner of Murray Canyon Drive and Sierra Madre, Zone R-2 and O, Section 35. The Planned
Development District is being filed in lieu of a change of zone to allow property development
standards equivalent to the R-3 Zone(Multi-Family Residential and Hotel)for the subject property.
The PD application also incorporates a conditional use permit for the occupancy of land on a
timeshare basis. The time hare units are proposed at a maximum of 2 stories and will range
between 810 to 940 square eat in size.
The City has authorized the release of the IS/EA for public review and comment for the project
summarized above. Mitigation measures addressing Air Quality, Land Use and Planning, Noise,
and Transportation/Traffic are contained in the IS/EA. A copy of the IS/EA and related processing
materials can be reviewed or obtained by the City at the address above. The period of review and
comment will be from December 20, 2002 to January 10, 2003. Written comments on the IS/EA
should submitted to Jing Yeo,Associate Planner, Department of Planning and Zoning, City of Palm
Springs, at the above address no later than January 10, 2003.
The Planning Commission will review the proposed project at its meeting on January 22, 2003. At
that meeting the Planning Commission may recommend that the City Council adopt a mitigated
negative declaration at a later date. Please contact Jing Yeo, Associate Planner at (760) 323-
8245, if you have any questions regarding the City's review process for considering the IS/EA.
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Post Office Box 2743 0 Palm Springs, California 92263-2743
INITIAL STUDY/MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION
FOR CANYON VISTA TIMESHARE RESORT
AND RELATED GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT
AND ZONING MAP AMENDMENT
Lead Agency:
CITY OF PALM SPRINGS
Department of Planning and Zoning
3200 East Tahquitz Canyon Way
Pahn Springs, CA 92263-2743
Environmental Consultant:
ULTRASYSTEMS ENVIRONMENTAL INCORPORATED
100 Pacifica, Suite 250
Irvine, California 92618-3811
December 2002
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section
Page
ExecutiveSummary........................................................................................................................ES-1
Introduction............................................................................................................................ES-1
InitialStudy Findings................................................................................................................ES-1
Conclusion..............................................................................................................................ES-3
1.0 Introduction..............................................................................................................................1
1.2 Statutory Authority...............................................................................................................1
1.3 Responsible Agencies and Other Interested Parties...................................................................3
1.4 Intended Uses of the MND...................................................................................................3
1.5 Initial Study Organization and Contents..................................................................................3
2.0 Project Description....................................................................................................................4
2.1 Project Location..................................................................................................................4
2.2 Environmental Setting...........................................................................................................4
2.3 Project Description..............................................................................................................7
2.4 Statement of Project Objectives.............................................................................................7
3.0 Environmental Evaluation......................................................................................................... 10
3.1 Environmental Checklist.....................................................................................................13
3.2 Introduction to the Environmental Analysis...........................................................................20
3.3 Environmental Analysis.......................................................................................................20
I. Aesthetics.....................................................................................................................20
II. Agriculture Resources....................................................................................................22
III. Air Quality......:.............................................................................................................23
IV. Biological Resources ......................................................................................................32
V. Cultural Resources.........................................................................................................33
VI. Geology and Soils..........................................................................................................34.
VII. Hazards and Hazardous Materials....................................................................................37
VIII. Hydrology and Water Quality.........................................................................................38
LX. Land Use and Planning...................................................................................................40
X. Mineral Resources .........................................................................................................41
XI. Noise............................................................................................................................42
XII. Population and Housing.................................................................................................49
XIII. Public Services.............................................................................................................50
XIV. Recreational Resources..................................................................................................52
XV. Transportation/Traffic...................................................................................................53
XVI. Utilities and Services Systems........................................................................................55
XVII. Mandatory Findings of Significance................................................................................57
4.0 Sources used for Determinations in the Initial Study....................................................................59
5.0 Initial Study Preparers and Contributors.....................................................................................60
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LIST OF FIGURES
Figure page
2-1 Regional Map.................................................................................................................5
2-2 Vicinity Map...................................................................................................................6
2-3 Conceptual Site Plan........................................................................................................8
2-4 Conceptual Elevations......................................--............................................................9
LIST OF TABLES
Table page
3-1 Federal and State Ambient Air Quality Standards ..............................................................25
3-2 Allowable Change in Ambient Air Concentrations..............................................................26
3-3 SCAQMD Construction and Operation Emissions Thresholds............................................26
3-4 Air Quality Data from the Pahn Springs Air Monitoring Station..........................................27
3-5 Air Quality Conformity Criteria.....................................................:.................................29
3-6 Daily Construction Emissions.........................................................................................30
3-7 Daily Operational Emissions...........................................................................................31
3-8 Major Known Earthquake Faults Near the Project Site.......................................................35
3-9 Land Use Compatibility for Community Land Uses ...........................................................44
3-10 Measured Noise Levies (October 8, 2002).......................................................................45
3-11 Modeled Existing Roadway Traffic Noise Levels..............................................................46
3-12 Traffic Noise Level CNEL Increases (dB)........................................................................48
3-13 Fire Services in Palm Springs.........................................................................................51
3-14 Existing Characteristics of Nearby Roadways ..................................................................53
APPENDICES
Appendix
A Air Quality Modeling Data
B Noise Modeling Data
C Canyon Vista Resort Fair Share Analysis
D Initial Study Distribution List
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It INITIAL STUDY
EXECUTIVE SUNFAARY
INTRODUCTION
This Initial Study provides an assessment of the environmental impacts associated with the proposed Canyon
Vista Timeshare Resort project in the City of Palm Springs. As part of the proposed project, the applicant is
seeking approval for a Planned Development District (PDD), a General Plan Amendment(GPA),Zoning Map
Amendment(ZMA),and a Tentative Tract Map(TTM)to allow the construction and subsequent operation of a
proposed 66-unit timeshare resort. The proposed project site is located in the southwest portion of the City at the
northeast corner of Sierra Madre Drive and Murray Canyon Drive. The proposed project would occupy two
parcels (APNs: 512-172-015 and 512-172-019) totaling 3.27 acres.
This Initial Study has been prepared in accordance with the requirements of the California Environmental Quality
Act (CEQA), the Guidelines for Implementation of the California Environmental Quality Act (State CEQA
Guidelines),and the City of Palm Springs CEQA Guidelines for the purpose of analyzing the direct,indirect,and
cumulative environmental effects associated with the proposed project.
The documentation contained in the Initial Study reviews potential environmental effects and supports the finding
that the proposed action will not cause a significant environmental effect with the adoption of mitigation measures,
and that a Mitigated Negative Declaration shall be adopted in accordance with CEQA. Technical studies
performed in support of this finding include air quality,noise and traffic. The analyses is presented below.
INITIAL STUDY FINDINGS
Aesthetics —Less Than Significant. The proposed project will conform to the City development standards and
will undergo an architectural review prior to issuance of permits. As part of the development standards, and to
ensure adequate scenic vistas, the proposed project is required to locate all two story structures a minimum of
two hundred feet from abutting single-family residential properties. The proposed project will result in less than
significant impacts on aesthetics in the project area.
Agricultural Resources — No Impact. No agricultural resources are located within the project site or in the
surrounding area. The project will not have a significant impact on agricultural resources.
Air Quality—Less than Significant Impact with Mitigation Incorporated The project would result in significant
short-term exceedances of ozone precursors if not mitigated. The proposed project has the potential to exceed
construction emission thresholds for reactive organic gases,which mix with oxides of nitrogen to form ozone.
Mitigation has been identified that will reduce potential impacts to less than significant levels.
III-1 Prior to beginning construction activities,the project proponent or the building contactor will develop and
submit a dust control plan to the City's Building Officiat/Planning and Building Department,Building Division,in
accordance with the 2002 Coachella Valley PMto State Implementation Plan.
III-2 Any vegetative ground cover to be utilized on-site shall be planted as soon as possible to reduce the
amount of open space subject to wind erosion. Irrigation systems needed to water these plans shall be installed as
soon as possible to maintain the ground cover and minimize blowsand.
III-3 The contractor will ensure that all construction equipment is properly serviced and maintained. All
construction equipment shall be maintained in good operating condition to reduce operational emissions.
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III-4 During constriction,the site shall be watered and the equipment cEaned in the morning and evening.
III-5 During construction, all trucks leaving the site shall be washed off to reduce fugitive dust from being
tracked onto local roadways. This measure requires the"removal of particulate matter from equipment prior to
movement on paved streets" to control particulate emissions. As part of the conditions of grading permit
approval,the construction crew shall wheel wash construction equipment and cover dirt in trucks during onsite
hauling. IIaut trucks leaving the site also are required to have a minimum freeboard distance of 12 inches, or to
cover payloads.
III-6 The building contractor will ensure that low VOC paints are used for all architectural coatings.
Biological Resources —No Impact. No biological resources of significance exist on-site nor will the project
impact biological resources in the area.
Cultural Resources—No Impact. There is low probability for significant cultural or paleontological resources to
be found onsite. However, to ensure that no significant impacts will occur should any archaeological or
paleontological resources be uncovered during site preparation, an on-site monitor,from the Agua Caliente Band
of Cahuilla Indians Tribal Office,will be hired by the project proponent or the building contractor to monitor the
grading and excavation activities. The monitor shall halt grading or any other construction activity immediately if
suspected archaeological or paleontological resources are uncovered during such activities. The City and the
Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians Tribal Office shall be notified immediately and a professional archaeologist
shall be summoned to determine the significance of resources and recommend appropriate recovery measures.
Geology and Soils — Less Than Significant Impact. All structures will be designed and constructed in
accordance with the Uniform Building Code to withstand seismic groundshaking. It is not anticipated that there
would be any significant geotechnical problems associated with project construction. Additionally,City building
ordinances require the proposed project, prior to grading, to complete geotechnical evaluation by a qualified
professional to analyze subsurface conditions and to provide geotechnical recommendations for the proposed
earthwork, foundation construction, and preliminary pavement design
Hazards and Hazardous Materials — No Impact. The proposed project site is not located on any known
hazardous materials site. No hazardous materials handlers or known contaminated sites are located within two
miles of the project site.
Hydrology and Water Quality—Less Than Significant Impact. The project proponent will be required to obtain
a National Pollutant Discharge Elimination Systems (NPDES)permit from the Regional Water Quality Control
Board,Colorado Region(CRRWQCB)since the project site will be an point-source for storm water runoff as a
result of an increase in impervious surfaces. The NPDES permit regulates general construction activities and
general industrial activities. Compliance with permit conditions will ensure that there will be no violation of water
quality or waste discharge requirements. Final constructions plans will be reviewed by the Public Works
Department for compliance with the City's Municipal Code Regulations. No significant impacts related to
flooding are anticipated to occur with adherence to these regulations.
Land Use and Planning—Less Than Significant with Mitigation Incorporated. The proposed project will include
a Tentative Tract Map,to allow the development of a timeshare and a Planned Development District,which will
incorporate a General Plan Amendment and Zoning Map Amendment to change the current M-15 and PR General
Plan designations to 930, and the R 2 and O zoning designations,to R 3. e l�
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IX-1 The project proponent will file for a PDD, which will include a GPA and ZMA to redesignate the
proposed project site's current O and R-2 zoning and PR and M-15 General Plan designations,to an R-3 zone and
a H-30 General Plan designation.
Mineral Resources—No Impact. There are no significant mineral deposits in the project area.
Noise — Less Than Significant with Mitigation Incorporated Short-term noise generated by grading and
construction activities may impact the residential properties north and east of the project site. However,these
temporary construction-related noise levels would be below a significant level. Moreover, compliance with,the
noise provisions of the City of Palm Springs Municipal Code relating to construction hours would ensure that the
demolition and construction noise impacts would remain less than significant.
Population and Housing—Less Than Significant Impact. The proposed project will not create nor destroy
housing units. The proposed project will only create five new jobs in the area. Thus population and housing
impacts will be less than significant.
Public Services—No Impact. The proposed project will not increase need for fire or police services. The guests
of the proposed timeshare project will not cause an overburden on available park facilities. The guests of the
proposed project will not require school services as the timeshare units will restrict residency to a maximum of
two weeks. No other government facilities will be impacted by the proposed project.
Recreation—No Impact. The recreational facilities constructed as part of the project are intended to meet the
needs of the guests.
Transportation/Traffic—Less Than Significant with Mitigation Incorporated The proposed project will increase
traffic on local roadways. The proposed project is anticipated to increase traffic at the intersection of South Palm
Canyon Drive and Murray Canyon Drive by 0.5%and will pay$600 as a fair share contribution to the installation
of a signal at the intersection.
Utilities and Service Systems—Less Than Significant Impact. The proposed project will increase impermeable
surfaces on-site,which will result in an increase in storm water runoff. However,the additional runoff will be
contained on-site through the use of detention basins and landscaped areas.
CONCLUSION
Based on the analysis contained in the Initial Study,the pending project does not have the potential to degrade the
quality of the environment either directly, indirectly, individually, or cumulatively nor will it result in any
substantial adverse impacts on human beings. Therefore,it is recommended that a Mitigated Negative Declaration
be adopted for the project.
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1.0 INTRODUCTION
This document presents an assessment of the environmental impacts that would result from the construction and
subsequent occupancy of the proposed Canyon Vista Timeshare Project(also called the proposed project). Tire
proposed project would result in the construction and operation of 66 timeshare resort units on 3.27 acres of land.
A detailed description of the proposed project is provided in Section 2.0, Project Description.
The City of Palm Springs(City),in its capacity as the Lead Agency for this project,has caused the preparation of
this document in fulfillment of its environmental review obligations pursuant to the provisions of the California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) of 1970, Guidelines for Implementation of the California Environmental
Quality Act(State CEQA Guidelines),and the City's CEQA implementation requirements,all as amended. CEQA
formally calls this document an Initial Study (IS), and it is a critical component of the environmental review
process. It provides decision-makers,other public agencies,private groups,and/or individuals with an objective
assessment of whether significant environmental impacts may result from implementing the proposed project.
Although prepared with consultant support, all analyses,conclusions,findings, and determinations made in this
document fully represent the independent judgment and position of the Lead Agency.
1.2 STATUTORY AUTHORITY
This document has been prepared in accordance with Article 6,Negative Declaration Process, sections 15070
through 15075 of the State CEQA Guidelines. Pursuant to Section 15070, the City has prepared a Mitigated
Negative Declaration (MND) for the Canyon Vista Timeshare Project because the City has made or agreed to
revisions in the project plans,before the Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration(IS/MND)have been released
for public review,which would avoid the effects or mitigate the effects to a point where clearly no significant
impacts would occur.
Pursuant to Section 15071 this MND includes:
(a) A brief description of the project, including a commonly used name for the project, if any;
(b) The location of the project, shown on a map, and the name of the project proponent;
(c) A proposed finding that the project will not have a significant effect on the environment;
(d) An attached copy of the Initial Study documenting reasons to support the fording; and
(e) Mitigation measures included in the project designed to avoid or reduce potentially significant effects.
The Lead Agency,pursuant to Section 15072,has provided a Notice of Intent to adopt this MND to the public,
responsible agencies,trustee agencies,and the Riverside County Clerk,sufficiently prior to adoption by the Lead
Agency of this MND to allow the public and agencies the review period provided for under Section 15105 of the
State CEQA Guidelines.
The Lead Agency has mailed the Notice of Intent to adopt this MND to the last known name and address of all
organizations and individuals who have previously requested such notice in writing,and has also given Notice of
Intent to adopt this MND,pursuant to Sections 15072 and 15105,by publishing the notice in the Desert Sun. In
addition, the City will mail the notice to owners and occupants on-site and within 400 feet of the project site.
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The City shall post the Notice of Intent to adopt this MND in the office of the county clerk for a period of at least
20 days. The Notice of Intent to adopt this MND contains the following information:
(1) A brief description of the proposed project and its location.
(2) The starting and ending dates for the review period during which the lead agency will receive comments
on the MND.
(3) The date, time,and place of any scheduled public meetings or hearings to be held by the lead agency on
the proposed project,when known to the lead agency at the time of notice.
(4) The addresses where copies of the MND are available for review. These locations are readily accessible
to the public during the lead agency's normal working hours.
(5) Whether the site is on any of the lists enumerated under Section 65962.5 of the Government Code
including, but not limited to lists of hazardous waste facilities, land designated'as hazardous waste
property, and hazardous waste disposal sites, and the information in the Hazardous Waste and
Substances Statement required under subsection(f) of that section.
(6) Other information specifically required by statute or regulation for a particular project or type of project.
The City provides a public review period pursuant to Section 15105 of 20 days. The City has attached a copy of
the IS/MND to the Notice of Intent to adopt the MND that is sent to every responsible agency and trustee agency
concerned with the project and every other public agency with jurisdiction by law over resources affected by the
project. These agencies are identified as potential responsible agencies in Section 1.3 of this document. The City
in the Notice of Intent to adopt a MND also notifies(in writing)the public agencies,which may comment on the
MND. The notice is provided to the public agencies pursuant to Section 15672.
The City of Patin Springs City Council,pursuant to Section 15074,is required to consider the IS/MND together
with any comments received during the public review process prior to approving the project. The City shall adopt
the MND only if it finds on the basis of the whole record before it(including the Initial Study and any comments
received),that there is no substantial evidence the project would have a significant effect on the environment and
that the MND reflects the City's independent judgment and analysis.
When adopting the MND the City shall specify the location and custodian of the documents and/or other material,
which constitute the record of proceedings upon which its decision is based. The City shall also adopt a program
for reporting on or monitoring the changes, which it has either required in the project or made a condition of
approval to mitigate or avoid significant environmental effects.
Should the City decide to approve the proposed project after it has approved this NIND, it is required to file a
Notice of Determination(NOD)pursuant to Section 15075: The NOD must include:
(1) An identification of the project including its common name where possible, and its location.
(2) A brief description of the project.
(3) The date on which the City approved the project.
(4) The City's determination that the project will not have a significant effect on the environment.
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(5) A statement that a MND has been prepared pursuant to the provisions of CEQA.
(6) The address where a copy of the MND may be examined.
The City shall file the NOD with the Riverside County Clerk within five working days of project approval,should
the proposed project be approved. The County Clerk is required to post the NOD for public inspection within 24
hours of receipt, and notice shall remain posted for a period of at least 30 days. .The filing of the NOD starts a
30-day statute of limitations on court challenges to the approval under CEQA.
1.3 RESPONSIBLE AGENCIES AND OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES
The proposed project is a private development and does not require funding from any government agencies.
There are no known responsible agencies that will be required to approve the proposed project.
The following parties are expected to review the environmental analysis for the proposed project:
Native American Heritage Commission; and,
Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs.
1.4 INTENDED USES OF THE NIND
The intended uses of this environmental document are to provide justification for the following:
• General Plan Map Amendment;
Zoning Map Amendment;
Tentative Tract Map;
Approval of a Planned Development District;
Project approval; and,
To inform decision makers and the public of potential environmental impacts related to the project.
1.5 INITIAL STUDY ORGANIZATION AND CONTENTS
This Initial Study is organized into five (5) separate sections, which are identified and briefly described below:
Section 1.0, Introduction, describes the purpose of, and statutory basis for,this document.
Section 2.0, Project Description, describes the location, boundaries, planning background, objectives, and
important characteristics of the proposed project.
Section 3.0, Environmental Evaluation, contains the Environmental Checklist that summarizes the impact
significance findings identified in Section 3.0 in a checklist format and presents the Lead Agency's determination
to either require the preparation of an EIR or a Negative Declaration. This section also contains the analyses and
other substantial evidence employed by the Lead Agency to arrive at the determination required in the checklist.
Mandatory Findings of Significance are also presented in this section.
Section 4.0 Sources Used for Determinations in the Initial Study,consists of all organizations,persons consulted,
and references to documents used in compiling this document
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Section 5.0, Initial Study Preparers and Contributors, is a list of all persons who worked on this document.
After completion of the IS, the City will initiate formal consultation with the agencies that have authority over
project entitlements and regulatory permits and other governmental agencies as required under CFQA and its
implementing guidelines.
2.0 PROJECT DESCRIPTION
2.1 PROJECT LOCATION
The project site is located at the northeast corner of the intersection of Murray Canyon Drive and Sierra Madre
Drive within the City of Palm Springs in the County of Riverside. The project site is regionally located in Figure
2-1 (Regional Map), and more specifically in Figure 2-2(Vicinity Map). Local access to the site is provided via
Murray Canyon Drive and Siena Madre Drive,while Interstate 10 (I-10)and State Route I I I (SR 111)provide
regional access. The site is situated 8.5 miles south of the I-10 and approximately 3 miles southwest of SR 111.
The project site is composed of multiple parcels totaling 3,27 acres. The southern most parcel (APN 512-172-
015) is the largest, totaling 2.12 acres, and fronts both Murray Canyon Drive and Sierra Madre Drive. The
remaining parcel (APN 512-172-019) is approximately 1.15 acres and fronts Sierra Madre Drive. APN#512-
172-015 is currently zoned Rr2(Limited Multiple Zone)and is designated in the General Plan as M-15(Medium-
Density Residential)and APN#512-172-019 is zoned O(Open Space)and is designated in the General Plan as PR
(Public Recreation).
2.2 ENVIRONMENTAL SEFIZNG
The project site is currently undeveloped and vacant except for scatted mature palm trees (33),shrubs and other
introduced vegetation. The site was previously fully developed and occupied by a tennis center, which was
recently demolished. Land uses surrounding the site include residential uses,resort facilities,open space,public
rights-of-way and undeveloped land. The property located to the south of the project site,across Murray Canyon
Drive, the former site of the Canyon Hotel, is undeveloped, to the east; and directly adjacent to the site, is an
apartment complex,to the west across Sierra Madre Drive is the Palm Canyon Resort and Spa,a timeshare resort;
to the north are single family residential uses and the Canyon Country Club golf course.
Physically,the project site is situated approximately 500 feet above mean sea level(AMSL)within Palm Canyon,
which is formed by the San Jacinto Mountains on the west and the Santa Rosa Mountains on the east. The
canyon fans out and into the Coachella Valley to the north. The foothills of the Little San Bernardino Mountains
are located approximately 14 miles northeast of the project site: The two major faults in the project vicinity are
the San Jacinto fault, approximately 6.5 miles southeast of the project site, and the San Andreas Fault is
approximately 8 miles northeast of the site. The topography of the site is relatively flat with scattered piles of soil .
and a slight mound in the eastern portion of the southern parcel.
The subject property is located on Carsitas Series soils,in particular the westerly portion of the site is located on
Carsitas cobbly sand and the easterly portion is located on Carsitas gravelly sand. These soils are generally
considered acceptable for development.
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2.3 PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The proposed project consists of entitling the property, which is described as APN 152-172-015,Lot 1, and a
portion of APN 152-172-019,lots 24,25,and 26 of Tract 2366,as shown by map on file in Book 50 page(s) 38
and 39 of maps records of Riverside County,California. The proposed project will include a GPA,ZMA,PDD,
and a TTM to allow the development of a 66-unit timeshare resort comprised of 32 single-bedroom units and 34
two-bedroom units. Each unit will range between 800 and 1,000 square feet. Each building will contain 12 to 16
units. The units Aril]be designed and oriented to capture the views of the Canyon Country Golf Club to the north
and the Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains to the south, see Figure 2-3 (Conceptual Site Plan).
The PDD is intended to allow different land uses,which can be combined in compatible relationship with each
other,as part of a totally planned development. The intent of the district is to insure compliance with the general
plan and zoning while allowing certain desirable departures from the strict provisions of specific zone
classifications. The intention of the planned development district is to be insured by the adoption of a precise
development plan with a specific time limit for commencement of construction. An application to request a GPA
and ZMA will also be filed. The GPA is intended to ro-designate the existing M-15 (Residential Medium 15)
designation on APN 152-172-015 and the PR(Parks and Recreation)designation on APN 152-172-019(Lots 24,
25 and 26) to U30(Residential High 30). The ZMA is intended to re-zone the existing R-2(Residential Limited
Multiple Zone) designation on APN 152-172-015 and the O (Open Land Zone)to R 3 (Multi-Family and Hotel
Zone). The purpose of the TTM is to allow the development of a timeshare on the multiple parcels.
The design is comprised of strong horizontal and vertical planes,which will recall the Modernist Architectural
movement that is historically relevant to early California design,particularly in the desert while augmenting the
history of Palm Springs. Cantilevered planes provide deep shade and shadowing effects while the one and two-
story elements provide a layering of space that will articulate the building's wall-planes, see Figure 2.4
(Conceptual Elevations).
The proposed improvements will also include the construction of an outdoor recreation area,which will include a
series of spas and swimming pools; the construction of surface parking areas, at least half of which will be
shaded by either trees or covered structures;the construction of pedestrian pathways throughout portions of the
property; the placement of permanent irrigation for the proposed vegetation,which will include the planting of
native desert plants, such as California Fan Palms, Date Palms, Olives, and Australian Willow trees, as well as
various indigenous shrubs and grass. The site will be engineered and graded as to minimize the displacement of
overburden,which will be stockpiled for landscaping. On-site drainage will be controlled with the use of swales
(detention areas) in the grassy side yards fronting Murray Canyon Drive and Siena Madre Drive. Vehicular
access would be provided by two driveways proposed along Murray Canyon Drive and one on Siena Madre
Drive. The proposed project is anticipated to begin operation in January 2004.
2.4 STATEMENT OF PROJECT OBJECTIVES
The following are the applicable objectives of the Canyon Vista Resort project:
To bring a high-level timeshare resort project to the City of Palm Springs that will provide an additional
tourism resource in the area and designed to complement the surrounding neighborhood.
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3.0 ENVIRONMENTAL EVALUATION
1. Project title: Canyon Vista Timeshare Resort
2. Lead agency name and address: City of Palm Springs
Department of Planning and Zoning
3200 East Tahquitz Canyon Way
Palm Springs,CA 92263-2743
3. Contact person and phone number: Douglas Evans,Planning Director;Phone(760)323-8245
4. Project location: Northeast comer of Murray Canyon Drive and Sierra Madre Drive, Palm
Springs,CA
5. Project sponsor's name and address: Joe Morreale,Co-General Partner
Canyon Vista L.P.
28715 Sycamore
Sky Forest,CA 92385
6. General plan designation: M-15 (Medium Density Residential - 12-15 units/acre)& PR(Parks and
Recreation)
7. Zoning. R 2(Limited Multiple Family)&O(Open Land)
8. Description of project:(Describe the whole action involved,including but not limited to later.phases of the project,and any
secondary,support,or off-site features necessary for its implementation. Attach additional sheets if necessary.)
The proposed project consists of entitling the property,which is described as APN 152-172-015,Lot 1,andaportion ofAPN
152-172-019,lots 24,25,and 26 of Tract 2366,as shown by map on file in Book 50 page(s)38 and 39 of maps records of
Riverside County,California. The proposed project will include a GPA,ZMA,PDD,TTM to allow the development of a 66-
unit timeshare resort comprised of 32 single-bedroom units and 34 two-bedroom writs. Each unit will range between 800 and
1,000 square feet Each building will contain 12 to 16 units. The units will be designed and oriented to capture the views of Ore
Canyon Country Golf Club to the north and the Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains to the south.
The PDD is intended to allow different land uses,which can be combined in compatible relationship with each other,as part ofa
totally planned development The intent of the district is to unsure compliance with the general plan and zoning while allowing
certain desirable departures from the strict provisions of specific zone classifications. The intention ofthe planned development
district is to be insured by the adoption of a precise development plan with a specific time limit for commencement of
construction. As part of the PDD,an application to conduct a CPA and ZMA will be filed. The GPA is intended to re-
designate the existing M-15(Residential Medium 15)designation on APN 152-172-015 and the PR(Parks and Recreation)
designation on APN 152-172-019(Lots 24,25 and 26)to H-30(Residential High 30). The ZMA is intended to re-zone the
existing R-2(Residential Limited Multiple Zone)designation on APN 152-172-015 and the O(Open Land Zone)to R 3(Mul&
Family and Hotel Zone). The propose of the TTM is to allow the development of 66 timeshare mots on the multiple parcels.
The proposed improvements will also include the construction of an outdoor recreation area,which will include a series of spas
and swimming pools;the construction of surface parking areas,at least half of which will be shaded by either bees or covered
structures;the construction ofpedestrian pathways throughout portions ofthe property;the placement ofpermanent irrigation
for the proposed vegetation,which will include the planting of native desert plants,such as California Far Palms,Date Palms,
Olives,and Australian Willow trees,as well as various indigenous shrubs and grass. The site will be engineered and graded as to
minimize the displacement of overburden,which will be stockpiled for landscaping. On-site drainage willbecontrolledwithdre
use of swales(detention areas)in the grassy side yards fronting Murray Canyon Drive and Sierra Madre Drive. Vehicular access
is would be provided by two driveways proposed along Murray Canyon Drive and one on Sierra Madre Drive. The proposed
project is anticipated to begin operation in January 2004.
9. Surrounding land uses and setting:Briefly describe the projects surroundings:
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North—A vacant Parcel,single family residential uses and a golf course
South—Murray Canyon Drive and undeveloped property(former Canyon Hotel Site)
East—Apartment complex
West—Sierra Madre Drive and a thmeshare resort
10. Other public agencies whose approval is required(e.g.,permits,financing approval,or participation agreement)
None
Environmental Factors Potentially Affected:
The environmental factors checked below would be potentially affected by that project, involving at least one impact that is a
"Potentially Significant Impact'as indicated by the checklist on the following pages.
❑ Aesthetics ❑ Agricultural Resources lK Air Quality
❑ Biological Resources ❑ Cultural Resources ❑ Geology/Soils
❑ Hazards and Hazardous Materials ❑ Hydrology/VJater Quality JA Land Use/Plauning
❑ Mineral Resources ❑ Noise ❑ Population/Housing
❑ Public Services ❑ Recreation Transportation/Traffic
❑ Utilities/Service Systems ❑ Mandatory Findings of Significance
Environmental Determination
On the basis of this initial evaluation:
I find that the proposed project COULD NOT have a significant effect on the environment, and a NEGATIVE
DECLARATION will be prepared. ❑
1 find that although the proposed project could have a significant effect on the environment,there will not be a significant
effect in this case because revisions to the project have been made by or agreed to by the applicant. A MITIGATED 0
NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared.
I find that the proposed project MAY have a significant effect on the environment,and an ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
REPORT is required. ❑
I find that the proposed project MAY have a"potentially significant impact"or"potentially significant unless mitigated"on
the environment,but at least one effect 1)has been adequately analyzed in an earlier document pursuant to applicable legal
standards,and 2)has been addressed by mitigation measures based on the earlier analysis as described on attached sheets. An ❑
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT is required,but it must analyze only the effects that remain to be addressed.
I find that although the proposed project could have a significant effect on the environment,because all potentially significant
effects(a)have been analyzed adequately in an earlier EIR pursuant to applicable standards,and(b)have been avoided or
mitigated pursuant to that earlier EIR,including revisions or mitigation measures that are imposed upon the pmject,nothing ❑
further is re 'ed. '
Signer Date
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Evaluation of Environmental Impacts:
1. A brief explanation is required for all answers except `No Impact" answers that are adequately supported by the
information sources a lead agency cites in the parentheses following each question. A`No hnpact"answer is adequately
supported if the referenced information sources show that the impact simply does not apply to projects like the one
involved(e.g.,the project falls outside a fault rupture zone). A`No Impact"answer should be explained where it is based
on project-specific factors as well as general standards(e.g.,the project will not expose sensitive receptors to pollutants,
based on a project-specific screening analysis).
2. All answers must take account of the whole action involved,including offsite as well as onsite,cumulativEaswellaspncject-
level,indirect as well as direct,and construction as well as operational impacts.
3. Once the lead agency has determined that a particular physical impact may occur,then the checklist answers must indicate
whether the impact is potentially significant,less than significant with mitigation,or less than significant. "Potentially
Significant Impact"is appropriate if there is substantial evidence that an effect may be significant. If there are one or more
"Potentially Significant Impact"entries when the determination is made,an EIR is required.
4. `Negative Declaration:Less Than Significant With Mitigation Incorporated"applies where the incorporation of mitigation
measures has reduced an effect from"Potentially Significant Impact"to a"Less than Significant bnpacC.The lead agency
must describe the mitigation measures, and briefly explain how they reduce the effect to a less than significant level
(mitigation measures from Section XVII,"Earlier Analyses,"may be cross-referenced).
5. Earlier analyses may be used,where pursuant to the tiering,program FIR, or other CEQA process, an effect has been
adequately analyzed in an earlier EIR or negative declaration. Section 15063(c)(3)(D). In this case,a brief discussion should
identify the following:
a) Earlier Analysis Used._Identify and state where they are available for review.
b) Impacts Adequately Addressed. Identify which effects from the above checklist were within the scope of and
adequately analyzed in the earlier document pursuant to applicable legal standards and state whether such effects
were addressed by mitigation treasures based on the earlier analysis.
e) Mitigation Measures. For effects that are "Less than Significant with Mitigation Measures Incorporated,"
describe the mitigation measures,which were incorporated or refined from the earlier document and the extent to
which they address site-specific conditions for the project.
6. Lead agencies are encouraged to incorporate into the checklist references to information sources for potential impacts(e.g.,
general plans,zoning ordinances). Reference to a previously prepared or outside document should,where appropriate,
include a reference to the page or pages where the statement is substantiated.
7. Supporting Information Sources: A source list should be attached,and other sources used or individuals contacted should be
cited in the discussion.
8. This is only a suggested form,and lead agencies are free to use different formats;however,lead agencies should normally
address the questions from this checklist that are relevant to a project's environmental effects in whatever format is selected.
9. The explanation of each issue should identify:
a) the significance criteria or threshold,if any,used to evaluate each question;and the mitigation measure identified,if any,
to reduce the level of impact to less than significant.
b) The mitigation measure identified,if any,to reduce the level of impact to less than significant.
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Potentially Less ThanLess Than
Issues&Supporting Information Sources Significant Significant With Significant No
Impact Mitigation Impact Impact
Incorporated
I. AESTHETICS-Would the project:
a. Have a substantial adverse effect on a scenic vista? ❑ ❑ Q ❑
b. Substantially damage scenic resources, including, but not limited to,
trees, rock outcroppings, and historic buildings within a state scenic ❑ ❑ ❑ Q
highway?
c. Substantially degrade the existing visual character or quality of the site ❑ ❑ Q ❑
and its surroundings?
d. Create a new source of substantial light or glare,which would adversely ❑ ❑ Q ❑
affect day or nighttime views in the area?
H. AGRICULTURAL RESOURCES -In determining whether impacts to agricultural resources are significant environmental effects,
lead agencies may refer to the California Agricultural Land Evaluation and Site Assessment Model(1997)prepared by the California
Department of Conservation as an optional model to use in assessing impacts on agricultural farmland. Would the project:
a. Convert Prime Farmland,Unique Farmland,or Farmland of Statewide
Importance(Farmland),as shown on the maps prepared pursuant to the ❑ ❑ El Q
Farmland Mapping and Monitoring Program of the California Resources
Agency,to non-agricultural use?
b. Conflict with existing zoning for agricultural use, or a Williamson Act ❑ ❑ ❑ Q
contract?
c. Involve other changes in the existing environment,which,due to their
location or nature, could individually or cumulatively result in loss of ❑ ❑ ❑ Q
Farmland,to non-agricultural use?
III. AIR QUALITY-Where available,the significance criteria established by the applicable air quality management or pollution
control district may be relied upon to make the following determinations. Would the project:
a. Conflict with or obstruct implementation of the applicable air quality ❑ ❑ Q ❑
Plan?
b. Violate any air quality standard or contribute substantially to an existing ❑ Q ❑ ❑
or projected air quality violation?
c. Result in a cumulatively considerable net increase of any criteria
pollutant for which the project region is non-attainment under an applicable ❑ ❑ Q ❑
federal or state ambient air quality standard(including releasing emission
which exceed quantitative thresholds for ozone precursors)?
d.Expose sensitive receptors to substantial pollutant concentrations? ❑ ❑ Q ❑
e. Create objectionable odors affecting a substantial number of people? ❑ ❑ Q ❑
IV. BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES -Would the project:
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Issues&Supporting Information Sources Significant Significant With Significant No
Impact Mitigation Impact
P Incorporated Impact
a. Have a substantial adverse effect, either directly or through habitat
modifications,on any species identified as a candidate,sensitive,or special ❑ ❑ ❑ Q
status species in local or regional plans,policies,or regulations,or by the
California Department of Fish and Game or U.S.Fish and Wildlife Service?
b. Have a substantial adverse effect on any riparian habitat or other
sensitive natural conammity identified in local or regional plans,policies, ❑ ❑ El Q
regulations,or by the California Department of Fish and Game or U.S.Fish
and Wildlife Service?
c. Have a substantial adverse effect on federally protected wetlands
(including, but not limited to, marsh, vernal pool, coastal, etc.) either
individually or in combination with the known or probable impacts of other ❑ ❑ ❑ Q
activities through direct removal,filling,hydrological interruption,or other
means?
d. Interfere substantially with the movement of any resident or migratory
fish or wildlife species or with established resident or migratory wildlife ❑ ❑ ❑ Q
corridors,or impede the use of wildlife nursery sites?
e. Conflict with any local policies or ordinances protecting biological ❑ ❑ ❑ Q
resources,such as a tree preservation policy or ordinance?
f. Conflict with the provisions of an adopted Habitat Conservation Plan,
Natural Communities Conservation Plan,or other approved local,regional, ❑ ❑ ❑ Q
or state habitat conservation plan?
V. CULTURAL RESOURCES -Would the project:
a. Cause a substantial adverse change in the significance of a historical ❑ El ❑ Q
resource as defined in§15064.5?
b. Cause a substantial adverse change in the significance of a unique ❑ ❑ El
archaeological resource pursuant to§15064.57
c. Directly or indirectly destroy a unique paleontological resource or site or El { El
Q
unique geologic feature?
d. Disturb any human remains,including those interred outside of formal ❑ El
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cemeteries?
VI. GEOLOGY AND SOILS -Would the project:
a. Expose people or structures to potential substantial adverse effects,
including the risk of loss,injury,or death involving:
i) Rupture of a known earthquake fault,as delineated on the most recent
Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zoning Map issued by the State Geologist ❑ ❑ ❑ Q
for the area or based on other substantial evidence of a known fault? Refer
to Division of Mines and Geology Special Publication 42.
ii) Strong seismic ground shaking? ❑ ❑ [,� ❑
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iii) Seismic-related ground failure,including liquefaction? ❑ ❑ ❑ Q
iv) Landslides? ❑ ❑ ❑ Q
b. Result in substantial soil erosion or the loss of topsoil? ❑ ❑ ❑ Q
c. Be located on a geologic unit or soil that is unstable, or that would
become unstable as a result of the project,and potentially result in on-or ❑ ❑ ❑ Q
off-site landslide,lateral spreading,subsidence,liquefaction,or collapse?
d. Be located on expansive soil,as defined in Table 18-1-B of the Uniform ❑ ❑ ❑ Q Building Code(1994)creating substantial risks to life or property?
e. Have soils incapable of adequately supporting the use of septic tanks or
alternative wastewater disposal systems where sewers are not available for ❑ ❑ ❑ Q
the disposal of wastewater?
VII. HAZARDS AND IIAZARDOUS MATERIALS -Would the project:
a. Create a significant hazard to the public or the environment through the ❑ ❑ ❑ Q
routine transport,use,or disposal of hazardous materials?
b. Create a significant hazard to the public or the environment through the
reasonably foreseeable upset and accident conditions involving the likely ❑ ❑ ❑ Q
release of hazardous materials into the environment?
c. Emit hazardous emissions or handle hazardous or acutely hazardous
materials,substances, or waste within one-quarter mile of an existing or ❑ ❑ ❑ [.]
proposed school?
d. Be located on a site,which is included on a list of hazardous materials
sites compiled pursuant to Government Code Section 65962.5 and,as a ❑ ❑ ❑ Q
result,would it create a significant hazard to the public or the environment?
e. For a project located within an airport land use plan or,where such a
plan has not been adopted,within two miles of a public airport or public ❑ ❑ ❑ Q
use airport,would the project result in a safety hazard for people residing
or working in the project area?
£ For a project within the vicinity of a private air-strip,would the project ❑ ❑ ❑ Q result in a safety hazard for people residing or working in the project area?
g. Impair implementation of or physically interfere with an adopted ❑ ❑ ❑ Q emergency response plan or emergency evacuation plan?
It. Expose people or structures to the risk of loss,injury or death involving
wild land fires,including where wild lands are adjacent to urbanized areas or ❑ ❑ ❑ Q
where residences are intermixed with wild lands?
VIII. HYDROLOGY AND WATER OUALITY-Would die project:
a. Violate any water quality standards or waste discharge requirements? ❑ ❑ Q ❑
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b. Substantially deplete groundwater supplies or interfere substantially
with groundwater recharge such that there would be a net deficit in aquifer
volume or a lowering of the local groundwater table level (i.e., the ❑ ❑ ❑ Q
production rate of pre-existing nearby wells would drop to a level which
would not support existing land uses or planned uses for which permits
have been granted)?
c. Substantially alter the existing drainage pattern of the site or area,
including through the alteration of the course of a stream or river, in a ❑ ❑ Q ❑
manner,which would result in substantial erosion or siltation on-or off-
site?
d. Substantially alter the existing drainage pattern of the site or area,
including through the alteration of the course of a stream or river, or El ❑ El Q.
substantially increase the rate or amount of surface runoff in a manner,
which would result in flooding on-or off-site?
e. Create or contribute runoff water which would exceed the capacity of
existing or planned storm water drainage systems to provide substantial ❑ ❑ ❑ Q
additional sources of polluted nmoff?
£ Otherwise substantially degrade water quality? ❑ ❑ ❑ Q
g. Place housing within a 100-year floodplain, as mapped on a federal
Flood Hazard Boundary or Flood Insurance Rate Map or other flood ❑ ❑ ❑ Q
hazard delineation map?
h. Place within a 100-year floodplain structures that would impede or ❑ ❑ ❑ Q.
redirect flood flows?
i. Expose people or structures to a significant risk of loss,injury or death
involving flooding,including flooding as a result of the failure of a levee or ❑ ❑ ❑ Q
dam?
j. Inundation by sciche,tsunami,or mudflow? ❑ ❑ ❑ Q
IX. LAND USE AND PLANNING—Would the project:
a. Physically divide an established community? _ ❑ ❑ Q ❑
b.Conflict with any applicable land use plan,policy,or regulation of an
agency with jurisdiction over the project(including,but not limited to the ❑ Q ❑ ❑
general plan, specific plan, local coastal program, or zoning ordinance)
adopted for the purpose of avoiding or mitigating an environmental effect?
c. Conflict with any applicable habitat conservation plan or natural ❑ ❑ ❑ Q
communities conservation plan?
X. MINERAL RESOURCES -Would the project:
a. Result in the loss of availability of a known mineral resource that would ❑ ❑ El
be of value to the region and residents of the state?
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b. Result in the loss of availability of a locally important mineral resource
recovery site delineated on a local general plan,specific plan,or other land ❑ ❑ ❑ Q
use plan?
XI. NOISE-Would the project result in:
a. Exposure of persons to or generation of noise levels in excess of
standards established in the local general plan or noise ordinance, or ❑ Q ❑ ❑
applicable standards of other agencies?
b.Exposure ofpersons to or generation of excessive groundbome vibration ❑ ❑ Q ❑
or groundborne noise levels?
c. A substantial permanent increase in ambient noise levels in the project ❑ ❑ Q ❑
vicinity above levels existing without the project?
d. A substantial temporary or periodic increase in ambient noise levels in ❑ ❑ Q ❑
the project vicinity above levels existing without the project?
e. For a project located within an airport land use plan or,where such a
plan has not been adopted,within two miles of a public airport or public ❑ ❑ ❑ Q
use airport,would the project expose people residing or working in the
project area to excessive noise levels?
f. For a project within the vicinity of a private airstrip would the project ❑ ❑ ❑ Q
expose people residing or working in the project area to excessive noise
levels?
XII. POPULATION AND HOUSING-Would the project:
a. Induce substantial population growth in an area, either directly (for
example,by proposing new homes and business)or indirectly(for example, ❑ ❑ Q ❑
through extension of roads or other infrastructure)?
b. Displace substantial numbers of existing housing, necessitating the ❑ ❑ ❑ Q
construction of replacement housing elsewhere?
c. Displace substantial numbers of people,necessitating the construction ❑ ❑ ❑ Q
of replacement housing elsewhere?
XIII. PUBLIC SERVICES
a. Would the project result in substantial adverse physical impacts
associated with the provision of new or physically altered governmental
facilities,need for new or physically altered governmental facilities, the
contraction of which could cause significant environmental impacts,in
order to maintain acceptable service ratios, response times or other
performance objectives for any of the public services:
Fire protection? ❑ ❑ ❑ Q
Police protection? ❑ ❑ ❑ Q
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Schools? ❑ ❑ ❑ Q
Parks? ❑ ❑ ❑ Q
Other public facilities? ❑ ❑ ❑ Q
XIV. RECREATION
a. Would the project increase the use of existing neighborhood and regional
parks or other recreational facilities such that substantial physical ❑ ❑ ❑ Q
deterioration of the facility would occur or be accelerated?
b. Does the project include recreational facilities or require the construction
or expansion of recreational facilities which might have an adverse physical ❑ ❑ ❑ Q
effect on the environment?
XV. TRANSPORTATION/TRAFFIC -Would the project:
a. Cause an increase in traffic,which is substantial in relation to the existing
traffic load and capacity of the street system (i.e.,result in a substantial ❑ Q ❑ ❑
increase in either the number of vehicle trips,the volume to capacity ratio
on roads,or congestion at intersections)?
b. Exceed,either individually or cumulatively,a level of service standard
established by the county congestion management agency for designated ❑ ❑ ❑ Q
roads or highways?
c. Result in a change in air traffic patterns,including either an increase in ❑ ❑ ❑ Q
traffic levels or a change in location that results in substantial safety risks?
d. Substantially increase hazards due to a design feature(e.g.,sharp curves ❑ ❑ Q ❑
or dangerous intersections)or incompatible uses(e.g.,farm equipment)?
e. Result in inadequate emergency access? ❑ ❑ ❑ Q
I. Result in inadequate parking capacity? ❑ ❑ Q ❑
g.Conflict with adopted policies supporting alternative transportation(e.g.,
bus turnouts,bicycle racks)? ❑ ❑ ❑ Q
XVI. UTILITIES AND SERVICE SYSTEMS -Would the project:
a. Exceed wastewater treatment requirements of the applicable Regional ❑ ❑ ❑ Q
Water Quality Control Board?
b. Require or result in the construction of new water or wastewater
treatment facilities or expansion of existing facilities,the construction of ❑ ❑ ❑ Q
which could cause significant environmental effects?
c. Require or result in the constmetion of new stone water drainage
facilities or expansion of existing facilities,the construction of which could ❑ ❑ Q ❑
cause significant environmental effects?
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d. Have sufficient water supplies available to serve the project from
existing entitlements and resources,or are new or expanded entitlements ❑ ❑ ❑ 0
needed?
e. Result in a determination by the wastewater treatment provider,which
serves or may serve the project determined that it has adequate capacity to El El ❑ El
the project's projected demand in addition to the provider's existing
commitments?
f Be served by a landfill with sufficient permitted capacity to ❑ ❑ ❑ B
accommodate the project's solid waste disposal needs?
g. Comply with federal,state,and local statutes and regulations related to ❑ ❑ ❑ 123
solid waste?
XVII. MANDATORY FINDINGS OF SIGNIFICANCE
a. Does the project have the potential to degrade the quality of the
environment,substantially reduce the habitat of a fish or wildlife species,
cause a fish or wildlife population to drop below self-sustaining levels,
threaten to eliminate a plant or animal community,reduce the number or ❑ ❑ ❑ El
restrict the range of a rare or endangered plant or animal, or eliminate
important examples of the major periods of California history or
prehistory?
b. Does the project have impacts that are individually limited, but
cumulatively considerable? ("Cumulatively considerable"means that the
incremental effects of a project are considerable when viewed in connection ❑ ❑ ❑ 0
with the effects of past projects,effects of other current projects,and the
effects of probable future projects.)
c. Does the project have environmental effects, which will cause ❑ ❑ ❑ Q
substantial adverse effects on human beings,either directly or indirectly?
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3.2 INTRODUCTION TO THE ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS
The following analysis contains the supportive information utilized by the City of Pahn Springs,in its role as Lead
Agency,to derive those preliminary conclusions contained in the CEQA Environmental Checklist Form.
Based upon information assembled as part of this environmental assessment,the proposed project was evaluated
against those topical issues categorized under one of four column headings:"Potentially Significant ha pact,""Less
Than Significant With Mitigation Incorporated," "Less Than Significant Impact," and"No Impact."
Topical issues marked"Potentially Significant Impact"indicate the proposed project has the potential to produce a
significant environmental impact;items marked"Less Than Significant with Mitigation Incorporated"indicate that
a significant impact could occur but implementation of mitigation measures would reduce that impact below a
level of significance; under the heading of"Less than Significant Impact,"the implementation of the proposed
project would result in impacts that would be below the threshold of significance;and if no environmental impacts
are envisioned to either directly or indirectly result from project implementation, the "No hnpact" column was
checked.
3.3 ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS
The following evaluation provides substantive information based upon the environmental topical issues presented
in Section 3.0 (Environmental Checklist). For ease of reference, this evaluation is formatted the same as the
checklist,and includes identical categories of impact as numerated within the checklist.
I. AESTHETICS
Environmental Setting:
The City of Palm Springs is internationally known for its spectacular geographical and climatelogical settings.
Some of these scenic resources include the San Jacinto Mountains located to the west of the City,the Santa Rosa
Mountains located to the south and the Little San Bernardino Mountains located to the north.' In an effort to
protect scenic vistas the State and local municipalities have designated specific roadways as scenic corridors.
The nearest State designated scenic highway is the 29 Palms Highway (State Route 62), which is located
approximately 10 miles northwest of the project site. The nearest City designated scenic roadways are Murray
Canyon Drive and South Palm Canyon Drive.' Surrounding land uses include a timeshare (the Palm Canyon
Resort and Spa)to the west across Sierra Madre Drive,a vacant property(the former Canyon Hotel Site)to the
south across Murray Canyon Drive, single family residences and the Canyon County Club golf course to the
north, and apartments adjacent and to the east. The nearest existing single family residence is located
approximately 240 feet to the north of the northern most property line of the proposed project site (currently
known as Lot 24).
'City of Palm Springs,City of Palm Springs General Plan,March 1993. Pg.11-49. 2
2 Ibid. Scenic Corridors Figure. 74
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Would the project:
a) Have a substantial adverse effect on a scenic vista?
Less Than Significant Impact. The design is comprised of strong horizontal and vertical planes,whit h will
recall the Modernist Architectural movement that is historically relevant to early California design,particularly in
the desert while augmenting the history of Palm Springs. Cantilevered planes provide deep shade and shadowing
effects while the one and two-story elements provide a layering of space that will articulate the building's wall-
planes,see Figure 2-4(Conceptual Elevations). The maximum structure height will be 24 feet above the finished
grade. The buildings will be oriented perpendicular to the adjacent roadways. Surrounding land uses include a
timeshare (the Palm Canyon Resort and Spa) to the west across Sierra Madre Drive, a vacant property (the
former Canyon Hotel Site) to the south across Murray Canyon Drive, single family residences and the Canyon
County Club golf course to the north,and apartments adjacent and to the east. The nearest existing single family
residence is located approximately 240 feet to the north of the northern most property lime of the proposed project
site(currently known as Lot 24).
Based on a review of the proposed site plan,a single story structure will be located approximately 30 feet from the
northernmost property line of the project site and will be located approximately 240 feet to south of the nearest
single family residential unit. Pursuant to development standards for R-3 zoned land uses,Palm Springs Zoning
Code,Section 92.04.03 D.2.(a),the nearest two story structure will be located a minimmn of 200 feet from any
property line of the project site that borders an R 1 zoned property and all other structures will be limited to a
maximum height of 15 feet. This 200-foot setback requirement is intended to provide adequate distance to protect
views of single-family residential land uses. Additionally, the proposed project will be required to undergo an
architectural design review slid approval by the Palm Springs Design Review Committee prior to issuance of
building permits. As a result, the proposed project will result in less than significant impacts related to scenic
vistas.
b) Substantially damage scenic resources, including, but not limited to, trees, rock outcroppings,
and historic buildings within a state scenic highway?
No Impact. The project site is not located adjacent to a state scenic highway and would not impact any of the
scenic resources located near the nearest state scenic highway, SR 62. However the project site is located
adjacent to Murray Canyon Drive a City designated scenic roadway. There are no significant trees, rock
outcroppings,historic buildings or other significant aesthetic resources within the project site. Additionally,the
project site was previously utilized as tennis courts and has been recently disturbed by the demolition of the tennis
courts and parking lot.
c) Substantially degrade the existing visual character or quality of the site and its surroundings?
Less Than Significant Impact. Refer to Response I. a), above. The project is located in a commercial and
residential area with single family residential uses located to the north and apartments to the east. Commercial
uses include a timeshare hotel, the Patio Canyon Resort and Spa, located to the west of the project site, a golf
course to the north and resort/recreational commercial uses planned for the area south of the project site. The
proposed project would therefore, be in character with the existing surrounding land uses and the general
character of the future vision of the area. Additionally, as part of the development review the proposed project
will undergo an architectural design review and approval process by the Palm Springs Design Review Committee
prior to issuance of building permits. Therefore,the visual character of the site and surrounding area would not
be significantly impacted. C
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d) Create a new source of substantial light or glare,which would adversely affect day or nighttime
views in the area?
Less Than Significant Impact. The project will require the installation of new lighting for security and nighttime
operations. The nearest residential area is adjacent and to the east, however, through the use of low sodium
lighting and shielding,the new light sources are not anticipated to adversely affect the adjacent properties. The
low sodium lighting will be oriented downward and toward the project site,and be shielded to minimize light spill
onto adjacent property. As part of review process,the City Planning and Zoning Department will also review the
proposed lighting plan for compliance with the City of Palm Springs Zoning Code, Section 93.21.00, Outdoor
lighting standards. Therefore, no significant impacts,related to light and glaze, are anticipated.
11. AGRICULTURE RESOURCES
Enviromnental Setting:
While the City of Palm Springs, and much of the Coachella Valley, was originally developed as an agricultural
community,the City currently has no agricultural uses existing within its boundaries or are designated within its
General Plan or zoning ordinance areas. In addition,the City is not interested in developing agricultural land uses
in the foreseeable future.'
The subject property is located on Carsitas Series soils,in particular the westerly portion of the site is located on
Carsitas cobbly sand,2 to 9 percent slopes, and the easterly portion is located on Carsitas gravelly sand, 0 to 9
percent slopes. These soil types are used for agricultural uses, such as citrus grove and grapes fields; wildlife
habitat;recreation; and watershed uses. These soils are also generally considered acceptable for development.
In determining whether impacts to agricultural resources are significant environmental effects,lead agencies may
refer to the California Agricultural Land Evaluation and Site Assessment Model(1997)'prepared by the California
Department of Conservation as air optional model to use in assessing impacts on agriculture and farmland. Would
the project:
a) Convert Prime Farmland,Unique Farmland,or Farmland of Statewide Importance(Farmland),as
shown on the maps prepared pursuant to the Farmland Mapping and Monitoring Program of the
California Resources Agency, to non-agricultural use?
No Impact. According to the department of conservation for property to be included in the Farmland Mapping
and Monitoring Program(FMMP)it must meet two criteria. First,it must have had production of irrigated crops
at some time during the four years prior to the Important Farmland Map date. FMMP staff determines irrigated
land use during examination of current aerial photos,local comment letters and field verification. Secondly,the
soil must meet the physical and chemical criteria for Prime Farmland or Farmland of Statewide Importance as
determined by the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service(MRCS).NRCS compiles lists of which soils in
each survey area meet the quality criteria. As indicated,the soil on the project site is Carsitas Series,and these
soils are not listed by the Department of Conservation.' Therefore, no impacts on agricultural resources are
anticipated.
'City ofPahn Springs,City of Palm Springs General Plan,March 1993.
4 California Department of Conservation,Farmland Mapping and Monitoring Program Soil Candidate Listingfor Prime
Farmland and Farmland of Statewide Importance,Riverside County,August 1995.
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h) Conflict with existing zoning for agricultural use, or a Williamson Act contract?
No Impact. The project is currently zoned for residential and open space uses,and is not subject to a Williamson
Act contract. Therefore the proposed uses would not conflict with any agricultural zoning or other agricultural
regulations.
c) Involve other changes in the existing environment,which,due to their location or nature,could
result in conversion of Farmland, to non-agricultural use?
No Impact. The proposed project would result in the development of a 66-unit timeshare resort. No agricultural
land uses of regional or statewide importance are located within the City boundaries. The project site would not
involve any changes that would affect agricultural uses.
III. AIR QUALITY
Environmental Setting:
The project is located in the central portion of the County of Riverside within the City of Palm Springs. The City
of Palm Springs is located within the Coachella Valley Planning Area(CVPA)of the Salton Sea Air Basin(SSAB)
of the South Coast Air Basin (SCAB), which is managed by the South Coast Air Quality Management District
(SCAQMD). The SCAQMD has jurisdiction over approximately 12,000 square miles consisting of four-counties,
including the Los Angeles county and Riverside county portions of what used to be classified by the State as the
Southeast Desert Air Basin(SDAB)' In May 1996,the boundaries of the SCAB were changed by Air Resources
Board(ARB)to include the Beaumont-Banning area. In addition,the Southeast Desert Air Basin was separated
into two areas and renamed as the Mojave Desert Air Basin(MDAB)and the SSAB. The SCAB is bounded by the
Pacific Ocean to the west and the San Gabriel, San Bernardino,and San Jacinto Mountains to the north and east.
It includes all of Orange County and the non-desert portions of Los Angeles, Riverside, and San Bernardino
counties. The CVPA portion of the SSAB is bounded by the San Jacinto Mountains in the west and spans
eastward up to the Palo Verde Valley.'
Pollutants emitted into the air from stationary and mobile sources affect the quality of the ambient air. Stationary
sources can be divided into two major subcategories:point sources and non-point sources. Point sources consist
of one or more emission sources at a facility with an identified location and are usually associated with
manufacturing and industrial processing plants. Non-point sources are widely distributed and produce many small
emissions.
Mobile sources refer to emissions from motor vehicles, including tailpipe and evaporative emissions, and are
classified as either on-road or off-road. On-road sources are a combination of emissions from automobiles,and
trucks, and are direct sources. Indirect sources are sources that by themselves may not emit air contaminants;
however, they indirectly cause the generation of air pollutants by attracting vehicle trips or consuming energy.
Examples of indirect sources include an office complex or commercial center that generates commuter trips and
consumes energy resources through the use of electricity for fighting and space heating. Indirect sources also
include actions proposed by local governments,such as redevelopment districts and private projects involving the
development of either large buildings or tracts. In addition,indirect sources include those emissions created by
the distance vehicles travel. Off-road sources include aircrafts,trains,and self-propelled construction equipment.
s South Coast Air Quality Management District,1997Air Quality Plan,1997.
'Ibid.
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The air pollutants emitted into the ambient air by stationary and mobile sources are regulated by federal and State
law. These regulated air pollutants are known as "criteria air pollutants" and are categorized as primary and
secondary pollutants. Primary criteria air pollutants are those that are emitted directly from sources. Carbon
monoxide (CO); Reactive Organic Gases (ROG); nitrogen oxide (NO,); sulfur dioxide (SO2); and particulate
matter (PM,o),that are found in lead(Pb)and fugitive dust;are primary criteria air pollutants. Secondary criteria
air pollutants are those pollutants formed by chemical and photochemical reactions in the atmosphere. Ozone(03)
and nitrogen dioxide(NO2) are the principal secondary pollutants.
Air Quality Standards
Air quality is determined primarily by the type and amount of contaminants emitted into the atmosphere,the size
and topography of the basin, and its meteorological conditions. SCAB has low mixing heights and light winds
which are conducive to the accumulation of air pollutants.
Air quality is measured by comparing contaminant levels in ambient air samples to federal and State standards.
These standards are set by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the California Air Resources Board
(GARB)at levels determined to be protective of public health and welfare with an adequate margin of safety. The
federal Clean Air Act of 1970 first authorized national ambient air quality standards. California ambient air quality
standards were authorized by the State legislature in 1967. The California Ambient Air Quality Standards
(CAAQS) describe adverse conditions;that is,pollution levels must be below these standards before a Basin can
attain the standard. National Ambient Air Quality Standards(NAAQS)describe acceptable conditions. Air quality
is considered in"attainment"if pollutant levels are below or equal to the standards continuously and exceed them
no more than once each year. California standards are generally more stringent than the federal standards.
Air quality standards specify the tipper litnits of concentrations and duration in the ambient air consistent with the
management goal of preventing specific harmful effects. There are national and State standards for 03,CO,NO2,
airborne particulate matter with an aerodynamic diameter of less than 10 microns(PMto),SO2 and Ph. These are
"criteria pollutants". The SCAQMD also measures for compliance with two other State standards: sulfate and
visibility. In addition, California has set standards for hydrogen sulfide and vinyl chloride, but these are not
measured at any SCAQMD monitoring stations because they are not considered a significant problem in the
SCAB. Table 3-1 (Federal and State Ambient Air Quality Standards)presents the federal and State Ambient Air
Quality Standards on the following page.
Project-related air emissions would have a significant effect if they resulted in concentrations that create either a
violation of an ambient air quality standard (as identified in Table 3-1) or contribute to an existing air quality
violation. Should ambient air quality already exceed existing standards,the SCAQMD has established specific
significance threshold criteria to account for the continued degradation of local air quality. Table 3-2(Allowable
Change in Ambient Air Concentrations) outlines these thresholds to consider effects on existing local air quality
violations.
SCAQMD has,in addition,established significance thresholds to assess the impact on regional air quality. Table
3-3 (SCAQMD Construction and Operation Emissions Thresholds), below presents the allowable contaminant
generation rates at which construction and operational emissions are considered to have a significant effect on air
quality throughout the SCAB, SSAB and MDAB.
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Table 3-1
FEDERAL AND STATE AMBIENT AIR QUALITY STANDARDS
State Federal
Air Pollutant
Concentration Primary(>) Secondary (>)
Ozone(03) 0.09 ppm, 1-hr. avg. > 0.08 ppm, 8-hr. avg.
0.12 ppm, 1-hr. avg. 0.12 ppm, 1-hr. avg.
Carbon Monoxide 9 ppm, 8-hr. avg. > 9 ppm, 8-hr. avg. 9 ppm, 8-hr. avg.
(CO) 20 ppm, 1-hr. avg. > 35 ppm, 1-hr. avg. > 35 ppm, 1-hr. avg. >
Nitrogen Dioxide 0.25PPm, 1-hr. avg. > 0.053 ppm, annual avg. 0.053 ppm, annual avg.
0.05 ppm, 24-hr. avg. >
Sulfur Dioxide with ozone> 0.10 ppm, 1- 0.03 ppm, annual avg.
(SO2) hr. avg. or TSP > 100 0,14 ppm, 24-hr. avg. 0.50 ppm, 3-hr. avg.
µg/m , 24-hr. avg.
0.25 ppm, 1-hr. avg. >
Particulate Matter 15 µg/m3,amoral
<2.5 microns NA arithmetic mean NA
(PM2.5) 65 µg/m3, 24-hr. avg.
Particulate Matter 30 µg/m3, annual geometric 50 µg/m3,annual 50 µg/m3,annual
< 10 microns mean> arithmetic mean arithmetic mean
(PM10) 50 µg/m3, 24-hr. avg. > 150 µg/m3, 24-hr. avg.. 150µg/m3,24-hr. avg.
Sulfates 25 µg/m3, 24-hr. avg. > NA NA
Lead(Pb) 1.5 µg/m3, 30-day avg. > 1.5 µg/m3, calendar 1.5 µg/m% calendar
quarter quarter
Hydrogen Sulfide 0.03 ppm, 1-hr. avg.> NA NA
Vinyl Chloride 0.010 ppm, 24-hr. avg. > NA NA
In sufficient amount to
reduce the visual range to
Visibility Reducing less than 10 miles at relative NA NA
Particles humidity less than 70%, 8
hr. avg.
(9:00 AM-5:00 PM)
Notes:
ppm =parts per million
99/m3 =micrograms per cubic meter,
NA =not applicable
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In addition,the SCAMD has determined the that screening of projects may also be accomplished by comparing
CO concentrations, due to project related traffic, at intersections to State one-hour and eight-hour emission
standards.'
Existing Air Quality Conditions
Existing levels of ambient air quality and historical trends in the project area are best documented by
measurements made by SCAQMD at its Pahn Springs Air Monitoring Station(Palm Springs Station). Monitored
air pollutants include 03, CO,NO,and PMto.
Air quality trends developed at the Palm Springs Station for the past five recorded years are presented below in
Table 3-4 (Air Quality Level [Pahn Springs]). The Palm Springs Station data presented in Table 3-4 shows that
03 and PMto are the air pollutants of primary concern in the project area. 03 is a harmful form of oxygen,which
is produced when sunlight stimulates a reaction between nitrogen oxide and hydrocarbons. Near the earth's
surface, 03 is a major component of smog. PMto levels in the area are due to natural sources,grading operations
and motor vehicles operating on roadways. The last five years of recorded air quality data for CO and NOx
pollutants indicate the federal and State standards have not been exceeded.
Table 3-2
ALLOWABLE CHANGE IN AMBIENT AIR CONCENTRATIONS
Air Pollutant Averaging Time Air Pollutant Concentration
Carbon Monoxide(CO) 8 hours 0.45,ppm
1 hour 1 ppm
Nitrogen Dioxide(NO2) Annual 0.0005 ppm
1 hour 0.01 PPM
Particulates (PMto) Annual I µg/m3
24 hours 2.5 m3
Source: SCAQMD, Rule 1303,Table A-2
Table 3-3
SCAQMD CONSTRUCTION AND OPERATION EMISSIONS THRESHOLDS
Air Pollutant Construction Phase Operational Phase
(lbs/day) (tons/quarter) (lbs/day)
Reactive Organic Gases (ROGs) 75 2.50 55
Carbon Monoxide(CO) 550 24.75 550
Nitrogen Oxides (NOO 100 2.50 55
Sulfur Oxides (SOJ 150 6.75 150
Particulates(PMto) 150 6.75 150
Source: SCAQMD,CEQA Air Quality Handbook, 1993
'South Coast Air Quality Management District,CEQA Air Quality Handbook,1993 ' S �a
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Table 3-4
AIIt QUALITY DATA FROM THE PALM SPRINGS AIR MONITORING STATION
Pollutant California Standard National Yam, %Msrd. Max.Level Days State Std.
Standard Exceeded
2001 98. 0.14 53
0.09 ppm 0.12 ppm 2000 97 0.12 40
03 for 1 hr. for I hr. 1999 96 0.13 27
1998 99 0.17 40
1997 93 0.16 45
2001 _ 98 2.0 0
CO 20 ppm 35 ppm 2000 1 97 3.0 0
(1-Hour) for 1 hour for 1 hour 1999 96 3.0 0
1998 99 3.0 0
1997 98 3.0 0
2001 98 1.5 0
CO 9.0 ppm 9.0 ppm 2000 97 1.6 0
(8-hour) for 8 hour for 8 hour 1999 96 1.8 0
1998 99 1.6 0
1997 98 1.4 0
2001 95 0.08 0
N% 0.25 PPM 2000 92 0.07 0
(1-Hour) for 1 hour None 1999 96 0.07 0
1998 95 0.07 0
1997 85 0.07 0
2001 95 0.0175 N/A
NOx None 0.053 ppm
2000 92 0.0178 N/A
(AAM2) AAM2 1999 96 0.0195 N/A
1998 95 0.0170 N/A
1997 85 0.0158 N/A
2001 13 53 1/2
Particulates 2000 15 44 0/0
PM 1 ^ 50 ug/m3 150 ug/m3
for 24 hr. for 24 hr. 1999 16 104 3/5.0
(24 Hour) 1998 16 72 2/3.8
1997 16 63 1/1.8
2001 13 23.9/26.7 No
Particulates 30 ug/m3 50 ug/m3 2000 15 24.7/29.1 No
_ 5
(Annual)
AGM' AAM2 1999 16 26.1/28,8 No
(Annual) 1998 16 23.8/26.4 No
1997 16 44.2/49.1 Yes
1. Percent of year where high pollutant levels were expected that measurements were made
2. Annual Arithmetic Mean
3. Annual Geometric Mean
4. The first number shown in the Days State Standard Exceeded column are the actual number of days measured that State standard
was exceeded. The second number shows the number of days the standard would be expected to be exceeded if measurements were
taken every day.
5. Levels Shown for Annual PM j°are AGM/AAM
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The State 03 standard was exceeded 53 days in 2001,40 days in 2000, 27 day in 1999,40 days in 1998 and 45
days in 1997. The federal standard was exceeded 6 days in 2001, one-day in1999,8 days in 1998,and 4 days in
1997. The federal standards were not exceeded in 2000. The data from the past five years does not indicate a
definite trend in the maximum 03 concentrations and the number of days exceeding the state and federal 03
standards. The State standards for PMio have been exceeded at the Palm Springs Station between 0 and 5 days
over the past four years. There does not appear to be any discernable trend toward fewer days of exceedances.
The monitored data shown in Table 3-4 shows that other than 03,and PMte exceedances as mentioned above,no
State or federal standards were exceeded for the remaining criteria pollutants.
Where available, the significance criteria established by the applicable air quality management or air pollution
control district may be relied upon to make the following determinations. Would the project:
a) Conflict with or obstruct implementation of the applicable air quality plan?
Less Than Significant Impact. The applicable air quality plan for the project area is the 1997 Air Quality
Management Plan(1997 AQMP)prepared by the SCAQMD. CEQA requires that projects be consistent with the
applicable AQMP. A consistency determination plays an essential role in local agency project review by linking
local planning and unique individual projects to the AQMP in the following ways:informing local agency decision-
makers of the environmental costs of the project under consideration at a stage early enough to ensure that air
quality concerns are fully addressed, and providing the local agency with ongoing information so that local
decision-makers are assured that they are making real contributions to clean air goals contained in the AQMP.
Only new or amended General Plan elements,Specific Plans,and regionally significant projects need to undergo a
consistency review. This is because the AQMP strategy is based on projections from local General Plans.
Additional significance criteria set forth in Chapter 6 of the CEQA Air Quality Handbook is identified in Table 3-
5,(Air Quality Conformity Criteria).
As indicated in Table 3.5, the proposed project will conform to the SCAQMD 1997 AQMP, The SCAQMD
CEQA Air Quality Handbook indicates in Chapter 6 that the SCAQMD considers a project to be less than
significant if its impact is mitigated below the identified thresholds! Additionally,the project site is located in the
Coachella Valley, which is under the recently adopted 2002 Coachella Valley PM10 State Implementation Plan
(CVPM10 SIP). The CVPM10 SIP requires the development and implementation of a dust control plan for all
grading activities in the Coachella Valley requiring a grading permit. The project proponent will develop a dust
control plan and submit it to the City Planning and Zoning Department for review prior issuance of any grading
permits. Therefore, since the proposed project is considered consistent with the region's air quality plan and a
dust control plan will be developed and implemented prior to grading activities,the project will result in a less than
significant impact on the SCAMD's AQMP or the CVPM�o SIP.
e South Coast Air Quality Management District,CEQA Air Quality Handbook,April 1993,Chapter 6.
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Table 3-5
AIR QUALITY CONFORMITY CRITERIA
Issue Description Findings
Will the project result in an increase in No. The project will not result in a
Criteria 41 the frequency or severity of an existing significant increase in any criteria pollutant
air quality violation or in the or a precursor to 03.
continuation of a violation?
Will the project exceed the The project will not result in the creation of
assumptions included in the AQMP or a significant number of new jobs or create
Criteria#2 other regional growth projections new housing, and therefore will not result
relevant to them? in an exceedance of regional growth
ro'ections.
The SCAQMD indicates the daily The project's construction emissions are
emissions levels that will constitute a below SCAQMD thresholds of
significant adverse impact. These significance, and the operational emission
thresholds include the following: levels are not expected to change due to the
Criteria Pollutants approval and implementation of the
Carbon monoxide- 550 lbs./day proposed project.
Nitrogen oxide - 55 lbs./day
Sulfur dioxide- 150 lbs./day
PMIo - 150 lbs./day
ROG- 55 lbs./da
Source: South Coast Air Quality Management District. CEQA Air Quality Hand Book,Chapter 6,April 1997.
b) Violate any air quality standard or contribute substantially to an existing or projected air quality
violation?
Less Than Significant With Mitigation Incorporated Air quality impacts are usually divided into short-term
and long-tern. Short-term impacts are usually the result of construction and site preparation operations. Long-
term impacts are associated with the operation of the proposed project,including vehicle trips generated by the
project.
Short Tenn—Construction Impacts
Heavy construction equipment is a source of dust emissions that may have a substantial temporary impact on local
air quality,especially when considering the fact that the project area already violates State standards for PMIo and
03 concentrations, as indicated in Table 3-4. Emissions associated with heavy construction equipment are
typically associated with demolition,land clearing,grading, and excavation activities. Dust emissions also vary
substantially from day to day,depending on the level of activity,the specific operations,and weather conditions.
However, since the proposed project is located in the CVPA, which has significant problems with PMIo
generation,the project proponent,prior to construction,will be required to develop and implement a dust control
plan,in accordance with the 2002 Coachella Valley PMIo State Implementation Plan.
The LTRBENUS2001 model was utilized to determine air emissions from grading and construction of the proposed
project. Active grading is anticipated to occur over a period of one week. Based on the URBENES2001 model for
daily construction emissions,grading and paving would result in the production of 25.92 pounds per day of PMIo,
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76.33 pounds per day of ROG, 71.62 pounds per day of NOx,5.35 pounds per day of SO,and 1.05 pounds per
day of CO,see Table 3-6(Daily Construction Emissions). As indicated in Table 3-6,the ROG emissions would
breach the applicable threshold without mitigation, as a result the building contractor will ensure that low VOC
paints are used for all architectural coatings,which will reduce ROG emissions to less than significant thresholds.
Additionally, standard mitigation measures have been identified that will reduce NO, and PM10 emissions.
Therefore, air quality impacts from construction will be to be less than significant with mitigation incorporated.
Table 3-6
DAILY CONSTRUCTION EVUSSIONS
Emissions Source
Pollutant(lbs/day) '
ROG NO, CO PM10 SO
Unmitigated Construction Emissions 76.33 71.62 1.05 25.92 5.35
Mitigated Construction Emissions 72,63 68.11 1.05 11.83 5.09
SCAQMD Significance Thresholds 75.00 100.00 550.00 150.00 150.00
Are Thresholds Exceeded No No No No .No
' Refer to the worksheets in Appendix A for detailed assumptions.
Mitigation Measures
III-1 Prior to beginning construction activities,the project proponent or the building contactor will develop and
submit a dust control plan to the City's Building Official/Platming and Building Department,Building Division,in
accordance with the 2002 Coachella Valley PMio State Implementation Plan.
III-2 Any vegetative ground cover to be utilized on-site shall be planted as soon as possible to reduce the
amount of open space subject to wind erosion. Irrigation systems needed to water these plans shall be installed as
soon as possible to maintain the ground cover and minimize blowsand.
III-3 The contractor will ensure that all construction equipment is properly serviced and maintained. All
construction equipment shall be maintained in good operating condition to reduce operational emissions.
III-4 During construction, the site shall be watered and the equipment cleaned in the morning and evening.
III-5 During construction, all trucks leaving the site shall be washed off to reduce fugitive dust from being
tracked onto local roadways. This measure requires the"removal of particulate matter from equipment prior to
movement on paved streets" to control particulate emissions. As part of the conditions of grading permit
approval,the construction crew shall wheel wash construction equipment and cover dirt in trucks during onsite
hauling. Haul tricks leaving the site also are required to have a minimum freeboard distance of 12 inches, or to
cover payloads.
III-6 The building contractor,will ensure that low VOC paints are used for all architectural coatings.
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Long Term—Operation Impacts
Emissions resulting from vehicle usage, natural gas and consumer products were assessed with the CARB
computer model, URBEMIS2001,which was specifically designed to quantify the number of trips, associated
emissions and other operational emissions generated by given land uses. Input variables include the types and
extent of the land uses,trip generation rates, speed,temperature, etc. LTRBEMIS2001 is based on the EMFAC7
emissions modeling package. Emissions estimated include automobile emissions, space heating and landscape
maintenance equipment(e.g.lawn mowers)emissions. The URBENHS2001 analysis is based on a project-related
trip generation of 209 average daily hips. The results of the LTRBEMIS2001 model for Area Source and Vehicular
Source Emissions are shown in Table 3-7 (Daily Operational Emissions).
Table 3-7
DAILY OPERATIONAL EMISSIONS
Emissions Source
Pollutant(lbs/day) '
P7.O
NOx CO PM10 SOx
Area Source Emissions 0.84 1.30 0.00 0.03
Vehicular Source Emissions 2.26 29.32 1.40 0.02
Total Emissions 3.10 30.62 1.40 0.05
SCAQMD Significant Thresholds 55 550 150 150Are Thresholds Exceeded o No No No No
Source: URBENUS2001
As shown in Table 3-7,the proposed project would not exceed SCAQMD identified operational thresholds. Based
on the results of the URBEMIS2001 modeling results,and the identified construction related mitigation measures
the proposed project is not anticipated to violate or significantly contribute to an air quality violation.
c) Result in a cumulatively considerable net increase of any criteria pollutant for which the project
region is non-attainment under an applicable federal or state ambient air quality standard (including
releasing emissions which exceed quantitative thresholds for ozone precursors)?
Less Than Significant Impact. As discussed tinder Response III b), above, with the incorporation of
construction related mitigation measures, the proposed project would not result in any significant air quality
impacts and therefore,would not contribute to a cumulatively considerable net increase of criteria pollutants or 03
precursors.
d) Expose sensitive receptors to substantial pollutant concentrations?
Less Than Significant Impact. Refer to Response III b) and c), above.
e) Create objectionable odors affecting a substantial number of people?
Less Than Significant Impact.The proposed project intends to develop a timeshare resort,which is anticipated
to generate odors similar to those of residential uses. As a result,the proposed project will result in a less than
significant adverse impact related to odor generation. , I ��
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IV. BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES
Environmental Setting:
The project site was predominantly developed with tennis courts,buildings,parking and landscape areas. These
improvements have recently been demolished and the site re-graded. No biological resources of significance
currently exist on-site. Thirty-three palm trees currently exist on-site,however,these are not candidate,sensitive
or special status species and will be relocated during construction. Within the City of Palm Springs there are
sixteen plant species listed by the California Native Plants Society in their Inventory of Rare Endangered Vascular
Plants of California. Of these plants,only the Salton Milk Vetch,Ribbed Cryptantha,Winged Cryptantha,and the
Flat-seeded Spurge have likelihood of being found on-site. Neither the State nor federal government has officially
listed these identified plant species as rare, threatened or endangered.
According to the City's General Plan,there are nine vertebrate species within the City's sphere of influence that
are listed as threatened, endangered or candidates for a higher status. Of these nine species only the Desert
Tortoise and the Palm Springs Ground Squirrel are likely tobe found on-site. No riparian communities or habitats
occur within the project site,however,south of the project site across Murray Canyon Drive and approximately
240 feet away is the Murray Canyon dike/levee.
Would the project:
a) Have a substantial adverse effect,either directly or through habitat modifications,on any species
identified as a candidate, sensitive, or special status species in local or regional plans, policies, or
regulations,or by the California Department of Fish and Game or U.S.Fish and Wildlife Service?
No Impact. The proposed project site has been previously developed and does not contain significant areas of
habitat for wildlife. As indicated,the proposed project site does not contain candidate,sensitive,or special status
species of flora. According to the City's General Plan the project site is located in an area that may contain Desert
Tortoise's or Palm Springs Ground Squirrel. However,as previously indicated the proposed project site does not
contain any special habitat and the surrounding area contains appropriate quantities of available habitat. As a result
the proposed project will not significantly impact any known candidate,sensitive,or special status species in the
Palm Spring area.
b) Have a substantial adverse effect on any riparian habitat or other sensitive natural community
identified in local or regional plans, policies, regulations or by the California Department of Fish and
Game or US Fish and Wildlife Service?
No Impact. No riparian habitat or other sensitive natural habitat exists on-site(based on the General Plan map,
1993). No significant impacts are anticipated.
c) Have a substantial adverse effect on federally protected wetlands as defined by Section 404 of the
Clean Water Act(including,but not limited to,marsh,vernal pool,coastal,etc.)through direct removal,
filling,hydrological interruption, or other means?
No Impact. No Section 404 wetland habitat or any other sources of water exists onsite. No significant impacts
are anticipated.
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d) Interfere substantially with the movement of any native resident or migratory fish or wildlife
species or with established native resident or migratory wildlife corridors, or impede the use of native
wildlife nursery sites?
No Impact. The project site was previously developed and is surrounded by urban development. The project site
is not located along any wildlife corridors. Additionally,there are no wildlife corridors in the immediate vicinity of
the project that would have the potential to be adversely affected by the proposed project. No impacts would
occur.
e) Conflict with any local policies or ordinances protecting biological resources, such as a tree
preservation policy or ordinance?
No Impact. The project site is not located within such an area or in a sensitive habitat area because the site is
located in urbanized area, and therefore there are no policies protecting biological resources for this area.
f) Conflict with the provisions of an adopted Habitat Conservation Plan, Natural Community
Conservation Plan, or other approved local, regional,or state habitat conservation plan?
No Impact. Based on the General Plan map,the project site is not in or near any established habitat conservation
area.
V. CULTURAL RESOURCES
Environmental Setting:
The City of Palm Springs and the Coachella Valley are located within the territory of the Desert Cahuilia Indians.
Evidence of Cahullia settlements in the Coachella Valley can be dated back more than 500 years when the Cahullia
hndians formed large villages near the shore of ancient Lake Cahullia.9 Several of the canyons surrounding the
City of Palm Springs were important water sources, shelter locations and hunting/gathering sites. This is
supported by the numerous rock cairns and pottery sheds found in the canyons.The primary location for these
resources is in the surrounding mountains and canyons.10 These areas are generally located to east, south and
west of the project site.
Would the project:
a) Cause a substantial adverse change in the significance of a historical resource as defined in
§15064.5?
No Impact. No structures are currently built on the project site; any previous buildings that may have existed
historically have been removed. Due to previous ground disturbance and the lack of any noteworthy architectural
design of buildings in the surrounding area,no impacts to archaeological or historic properties potentially eligible
for inclusion on the National Register of Historic Places, the California Register of Historic Places, or the
California Historic Landmarks are expected to occur.
'City of Palm Springs,City of Palm Springs General Plan,March 1993. Pg.11-28. /
10 Ibid. Prehistoric Archeological Resource Areas Figure. - - _Y7
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b) Cause a substantial adverse change in the significance of an archaeological resource pursuant to
§15064.5?
No Impact. Due to previous site disturbance and, and the lack of significant cultural resources in the area,the
probability for significant cultural resources to be found on-site is considered low. However, to ensure that no
significant impacts will occur should any archaeological resources be uncovered during site preparation,anon-site
monitor,from the Agaa Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians Tribal Office,will be hired by the project proponent or
the building contractor to monitor the grading and excavation activities. The monitor shall halt grading or any
other construction activity immediately if suspected archaeological resources are uncovered during such activities.
The City and the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians Tribal Office shall be notified immediately and a
professional archaeologist shall be summoned to determine the significance of resources and recommend
appropriate recovery measures.
c) Directly or indirectly destroy a unique paleontological resource or site or unique geologic
feature?
No Impact. Due to previous site disturbance and excavation for a former recreational use on the project site,the
probability for significant resources to be found on-site is considered low. However,to ensure that no significant
impacts will occur should any paleontological resources be uncovered during site preparation,an on-site monitor,
from the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians Tribal Office, will be hired by the project proponent or the
building contractor to monitor the grading and excavation activities. The monitor shall halt grading or any other
construction activity immediately if suspected paleontological resources are uncovered during such activities. The
City and the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians Tribal Office shall be notified immediately and a certified
paleontologist shall be summoned to determine the significance of resources and recommend appropriate
mitigation measures.
d) Disturb any human remains, including those interred outside of formal cemeteries?
No Impact. There are no known human remains within the project site or vicinity of the project site. However,
due to the historic use of surrounding canyons, should human remains be discovered,the Agua Caliente Band of
Cahuilla Indians Tribal Office and County Coroner would be immediately notified to handle and care for the
remains.
VI. GEOLOGY AND SOILS
The soils in the Pahn Sprigs area generally consist of granular alluvial deposits derived from the adjacent
mountains and hillsides. The deposits are composed primarily of silts,sands,and gravels. The subject propertyis
located on Carsitas Series soils,in particular the westerly portion of the site is located on Carsitas cobbly sand,2
to 9 percent slopes,and the easterly portion is located on Carsitas gravelly sand,0 to 9 percent slopes. These soil
types are used for agricultural uses, such as citrus grove and grapes fields; wildlife habitat; recreation; and
watershed uses. These soils are generally considered acceptable for residential development.
The City of Palm Sprigs is located within the Coachella Valley, which is a seismically active area. Major
earthquake fault systems in the area include the San Andreas Fault System and the San Jacinto Fault System.
Table 3•8 (Major Known Earthquake Faults Near'the Project), indicates the distance, direction and expected
earthquake magnitude of each of the local faults. The subject property is not known to be susceptible to
liquefaction or landslides.
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Table 3-8
MAJOR KNOWN EARTH UAKE FAULTS NEAR THE PROJECT SITE
Fault/Fault System Distance Direction Probable Magnitude
San Andreas San Gorgonio Pass 8 mi. 6.8-8.0
San Jacinto 6.5 mi. (S) 6.5-7.5
Garnet Hill 8.5 mi. 6.0-7.0
Banning 14 mi. 6.0-7.2
Southern California Earthquake Center,Faults in Southern California, 2002.
Would the project:
a) Expose people or structures to potential substantial adverse effects, including the risk of loss,
injury,or death involving:
i) Rupture of a known earthquake fault, as delineated on the most recent Alquist-Priolo
Earthquake Fault Zoning Map issued by the State Geologist for the area or based on other substantial
evidence of a known fault? (Refer to Division of Mines and Geology Special Publication 42).
No Impact. According to the State of California Division of Mines and Geology's(CDMG) Special Publication
No. 42, the project site is not located within an Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zone. The project site is
approximately 6.5 miles north of the San Jacinto Fault. The San Andreas Fault is about 8 miles northeast of the
site. The San Jacinto Fault System may be a seismic hazard problem because of its proximity to the project site.
However,since the project site is not located on top of a known fault or within a known earthquake fault zone,no
significant impacts related to fault rupture are expected to occur.
ii) Strong seismic ground shaking?
Less Than Significant Impact. Analysis of the regional seismicity indicates that ground shaking of generally
moderate intensity can occur from any of the major active regional fault zones near the City. These seismic
parameters relate to the probability of an earthquake originating on any one of the principal faults found within the
region, each having recurrence intervals on the order of 50 to 200 years.The most probable major sources of a
significant earthquake for the Palm Springs area include the San Andreas Fault zone,located approximately 8 miles
to the northeast and the San Jacinto Fault zone, located approximately 6.5 miles to the south. Other more
localized faults include the South Pass Fault and the Pahn Canyon Fault.
No unstable earth conditions or changes in geologic substructures are anticipated to occur with the project from
the excavation,grading,and paving that will be needed to construct the proposed structures. The ground motion
impacts on-site are no greater than those expected for the surrounding region. Additionally,the proposed project
will be required to meet the seismic requirements for projects located in seismically active regions. The
development proposal will not introduce any new impacts,and, as a result,the impacts associated with seismic
ground motion are considered to be less than significant.
iii) Seismic-related ground failure,including liquefaction?
No Impact. Generally, the hazards associated with liquefaction range from minimal ground cracking to sand
boils, lateral spreads, and slumping. According to the United States Geological Survey's (USGS)Professional
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Paper1360, areas containing groundwater within 30 to 50 feet of the surface are susceptible to liquefaction
hazards. The California Department of Water Resources historical groundwater data indicates groundwater in the
area ranges from approximately 150 to 220 feet AMSL. Thus,groundwater on-site is expected to be between 350
and 280 feet below the ground surface, and liquefaction hazards are expected to be low.
iv) Landslides?
No Impact. The proposed project will not be located on a hillside and will not directly alter any surrounding
hillsides. The proposed project site is located approximately 1,250 feet southeast of the foothills of the San
Jacinto Mountains. These foothills area composed of rocks and soil that may be subject to landslide events during
strong seismic shaking. However,any potential for landslide events would be similar in nature to that experienced
by surrounding land uses. As a result, the proposed project is not anticipated to result in exposure of people or
structures to significant dangers related to landslides.
b) Result in substantial soil erosion or the loss of topsoil?
No Impact. The project would not result in any uses that would cause substantial soil erosion of the site's flat
topography. Once grading and compaction of the site take place,the project site will be paved and landscaped.
Therefore, soil erosion would be minimal and temporary in nature. Since the site has been previously disturbed
and a dust control plan will be developed prior to site preparation or construction activities,the loss of topsoil is
not considered significant.
c) Be located on a geologic unit or soil that is unstable,or that would become unstable as a result of
the project, and potentially result in on-or off-site landslide,lateral spreading,subsidence,liquefaction
or collapse?
No Impact. Based on the surrounding structures that have been built,it is not anticipated that there would be any
significant geotechnical problems associated with project construction. City building ordinances require the
proposed project pior to grading to complete geotechnical evaluation by a qualified professional to analyze
subsurface conditions and to provide geotechnical recommendations for the proposed earthwork, foundation
construction,and preliminary pavement design. This geotechnical evaluation will ensure the proposed project is
constructed in a geologically safe manner.
d) Be located on expansive soil, as defined in Table 18-1-B of the Uniform Building Code (1994),
creating substantial risks to life or property?
No Impact. See Response VI c), above.
e) Have soils incapable of adequately supporting the use of septic tanks or alternative waste water
disposal systems where sewers are not available for the disposal of waste water?
No Impact. The proposed project will be linked to the surrounding utility system including the municipal sewer
systems. As a result,the proposed project is not anticipated to result in significant impacts related to septic tank
or alternative waste water disposal systems.
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VII. HAZARDS AND HA7ARnOUS MATERIALS
An automated search for hazardous sites in the City of Palm Springs was conducted using the United States
Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA)Envirofacts Database Multisystem Query. The search resulted in a
listing of 64 hazardous emissions, potentially hazardous sites, or handlers or waste materials within the City.
None of these sites are within two miles of the project site.
Would the project:
a) Create a significant hazard to the public or the environment through the routine transport,use,
or disposal of hazardous materials?
No Impact. As indicated,the proposed project site is not listed as a site known to contain hazardous materials,
and of the known sites in Palm Springs none 'are located within a two-mile radius of the site. The proposed
project involves the development of a 66-unit timeshare resort. The proposed project is not anticipated to handle,
store or transport hazardous materials. The only chemical substances that will be used on-site will be related
cleaning and maintenance of the resort. As a result,the proposed project will result in significant impacts related
to hazardous materials.
b) Create a significant hazard to the public or the environment through reasonably foreseeable
upset and accident conditions involving the release of hazardous materials into the environment?
No Impact. Refer to Response VII a), above.
c) Emit hazardous emissions or handle hazardous or acutely hazardous materials, substances, or
waste within one-quarter mile of an existing or proposed school?
No Impact The nearest school is Palm Springs High School located at the northwest corner of Ramon Road and
Farrell Drive, approximately 2.5 miles northeast of the project site. Due to the distance, and the fact that the
proposed project will not bandle,store or transport hazardous materials,the proposed project will not expose any
schools to hazardous emissions.
d) Be located on a site which is included on a list of hazardous materials sites compiled pursuant to
Government Code Section 65962.5 and, as a result,would it create a significant hazard to the public or
the environment?
No Impact. As indicated above, the proposed project site is not listed as a hazardous waste site, and no
hazardous sites are located within two miles of the project site.
e) For a project located within an airport land use plan or,where such a plan has not been adopted,
within two miles of a public airport or public use airport,would the project result in a safety hazard for
people residing or working in the project area?
No Impact. There is no airport in the vicinity(within 2 miles radius)of the project site. The nearest airport,the
Palm Springs International Airport,is located approximately 3 miles northwest of the project site. The proposed
project site will not expose people on the project site to safety hazards beyond that of other properties in the area.
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f) For a project within the vicinity of a private airstrip,would the project result in a safety hazard
for people residing or working in the project area?
No Impact. Refer to response VII e), above.
g) Impair implementation of or physically interfere with an adopted emergency response plan or
emergency evacuation plan?
No Impact. The proposed project would not involve any uses that would interfere with the City's emergency
operations plan or with major emergency evacuation routes out of the area.
h) Expose people or structures to a significant risk of loss,injury or death involving wildland fires,
including where wild lands are adjacent to urbanized areas or where residences are intermixed with wild
lands?
No Impact. According to the City's General Plan fire danger in the City is relatively low. The City of Palm
Springs Fire Department has indicated that the project area is located within an acceptable response time and
travel distance from the nearest fire station located at 1300 La Verne Drive." This fire station is on the northwest
comer of La Verne Drive and Caliente Road,approximately 6,200 feet northeast of the project site. According to
the City's General Plan the equipment at this station includes one engine and one mini-pumper. The project site is
not located near a wildlands fire hazard area.
VIII. HYDROLOGY AND WATER QUALITY
Environmental Setting:
According to the Federal Emergency Management Agency and their Flood Insurance Rate Mapping Program,Map
060257008C,the proposed project site is located outside any known 100-or 500-year flood zones. However,the
Murray Canyon Levee is located approximately 160 feet south of the proposed project site,which if the levee
breeched could subject the property to minor flooding ranging from one to three feet in depth.
Water in the western Coachella Valley is generally drawn from two ground water sub-basins,the Mission Creek
and Whitewater River sub-basins. The Mission Creek sub-basin is bordered to the south by the Banning Fault and
to the west and north by the San Bernardino and Little San Bernardino Mountains. Groundwater depth in this sub-
basin is generally expected to be greater than 100 feet below the surface. The majority of the developed lands in
the Pahn Springs area overlie the Whitewater River sub-basin, which consists of the area south of the Banning
Fault extending south to the non-water bearing rocks of the San Jacinto Mountains. Groundwater depth in the
Palm Springs area is estimated to range from 170 feet to over 500 feet below the ground surface. Shallow ground
water is also present in the Palm Springs area as expressed by several springs. The best documented of these
spring is the Aqua Cahente Springs located in downtown Palm Springs near the intersection of Indian Canyon
Drive and Tahquitz Canyon Way. The Desert Water Agency(DWA)provides water utilities to the City of Palm
Springs and the project site.
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Would the project:
a) Violate any water quality standards or waste discharge requirements?
Less Than Significant Impact. No wells are proposed as part of this project. Proposed operations on the
subject property will require a National Pollutant Discharge Elimination Systems (NPDES) permit from the
Regional Water Quality Control Board,Colorado River Region(CRRWQCB)as the site would be considered point-
source for storm water runoff due to an increase in impervious surfaces. The NPDES permit regulates general
construction activities. Compliance with permit conditions will ensure that there will be no violation of water
quality or waste discharge requirements.
b) Substantially deplete groundwater supplies or interfere substantially with groundwater recharge
such that there would be a net deficit in aquifer volume or a lowering of the local groundwater table level
(e.g., the production rate of pre-existing nearby wells would drop to a level which would not support
existing land uses or planned uses for which permits have been granted)?
No Impact. No water wells are proposed as part of this project. The proposed project would involve the
construction of a 66-unit timeshare resort on approximately 3.27 acres of land. The proposed project site has
been identified in the City's General Plan as residential and open space. The proposed project is not anticipated to
result in an abnormal draw on local water supplies of resources beyond a typical resort, similar to those in the
project area. Therefore, the project will not result in substantial groundwater depletion or interception of an
aquifer by cuts or excavations,or substantial loss of groundwater recharge capability. No significant impacts are
anticipated.
c) Substantially alter the existing drainage pattern of the site or area, including through the
alteration of the course of a stream or river, in a manner,which would result in substantial erosion or
siltation on- or off-site?
Less Than Significant Impact. The proposed project would involve the construction of a 66-unit timeshare
resort on approximately 3,27 acres of land. The proposed project will increase the amount of impermeable
surfaces on-site, which has the potential to generate additional storm water runoff in the project area. The
additional runoff generated by the increased impermeable surfaces will be retained on-site through the use of
detention basins and landscaped areas. As a result,less than significant drainage or erosion impacts are expected
to occur from the construction and subsequent operation of the proposed project.
d) Substantially alter the existing drainage pattern of the site or area, including through the
alteration of the course of a stream or river, or substantially increase the rate or amount of surface
runoff in a manner which would result in flooding on- or off-site?
No Impact. Refer to Response Vill c), above.
e) Create or contribute runoff water which would exceed the capacity of existing or planned storm
water drainage systems or provide substantial additional sources of polluted runoff?
No Impact_ Refer to Response VIII c),above regarding drainage systems and Response Vill a)regarding storm
water runoff.
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f) Otherwise substantially degrade water quality?
No Impact. Retaining the excess stormwater on-site in detention basins will ensure that there will be no violation
of water quality or waste discharge requirements. Refer also to Response VIII a), above.
g) Place housing within a 100-year flood hazard area as mapped on a federal Flood Hazard Boundary
or Flood Insurance Rate Map or other flood hazard delineation map?
No Impact. 'Die project site is not located within a 100-year flood zone as identified in the Federal Emergency
Management Agency Flood Insurance Rate Maps. Additionally,the project site has not been delineated within the
City's General Plan as an area subject to significant flooding. As a result, the proposed project will not place
housing within a 100-year flood zone.
h) Place within a 100-year flood hazard area structures which would impede or redirect flood flows?
No Impact See response to VIII a).
i) Expose people or structures to a significant risk of loss, injury or death involving flooding,
including flooding as a result of the failure of a levee or dam?
No Impact. The nearest levee or dam is the Murray Canyon Levee located across Murray Canyon Drive, and
approximately 160 feet south of the project site. If the Murray Canyon Levee breeched flood impacts on the site
would similar to that experienced by surrounding developments. Additionally,the proposed project will undergo,
plan check review by the City to ensure they meet all requirements of the City's engineer. As a result,less than
significant impacts related to flooding are anticipated with the approval and subsequent operation of the proposed
project.
j) Inundation by seiche, tsunami, or mudflow?
No Impact. The project site is not in a coastal area subject to seiche or tsunami,and is not within or adjacent to a
hillside area subject to mudflows.
IX. LAND USE AND PLANNING
Environmental Setting:
The proposed project site is undeveloped with scattered vegetation occurring on-site. The site is currently
designated M-15 (Medium Density Residential), and PR(Parks and Recreation) in the City's General Plan and
zoned R-2(Limited Multiple Purpose)and O(Open Land)in the City's Zoning Ordinance. Surrounding land uses
include a timeshare hotel to the west across Sierra Madre Drive, a vacant hotel site(formerly the Canyon Hotel)
across Murray Canyon Drive to the south, an apartment complex adjacent and to the east, and the Canyon
Country Club golf course and single-family residences adjacent and to the north of the proposed project site.
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Would the project:
a) Physically divide an established community?
Less Than Significant Impact. The proposed project intends to construct a 66-unit timeshare resort on a vacant
lot. The proposed project is not situated within a community, as it lies on the boundary of developed lands,nor
does the proposed project's size allow it to physically divide a community. Asa result,the proposed project will
not significantly impact existing communities.
b) Conflict with any applicable land use plan,policy,or regulation of an agency with jurisdiction over
the project(including,but not limited to the general plan,specific plan,local coastal program,or zoning
ordinance) adopted for the purpose of avoiding or mitigating an environmental effect?
Less Than SignificantWith Mitigation Incorporated The northern parcel of the project site is currently zoned
O, while the southern parcel,is zoned R-2. To comply with the land use regulations a General Plan amendment
and zone change will be required to change the current designation of all parcels to H-30 and R-3,respectively.
After the General Plan amendment and Zone Change,the proposedproject will be compatible with the applicable
designations,and would not result in any conflicts with those applicable plans or zoning. The City's approval of
the proposed project will amend the General Plan and change the zoning to U30 and R 3,respectively.
Mitigation Measures
IX 1 The project proponent will file for a PDD, which will include a GPA and ZMA to re-designate the
proposed project site's current O slid R-2 zoning and PR and M-15 General Plan designations,to an R-3 zone and
a 930 General Plan designation.
c) Conflict with any applicable habitat conservation plan or natural community conservation plan?
No Impact. As discussed under Response IV f) above, the project site is not within any applicable habitat
conservation area.
X. MINERAL RESOURCES
Environmental Setting:
The Coachella Valley is formed from a deep fault-controlled extension that has filled with eroded materials for the
surrounding mountains and hills to a depth of approximately 12,000 feet. As a result,mineral resources on the
desert floor consist primarily of sands and gravels. Some important sources of these mineral resources occur
within the City,however,these areas are generally limited to the San Gorgonio and Whitewater River beds. No
significant mineral resources are known to exist on the proposed project site.
Would the project:
a) Result in the loss of availability of a known mineral resource that would be of value to the region
and the residents of the state?
No Impact. According to the City of Palm Springs General Plan map, no mineral deposits of statewide or
regional importance exist in the project area.
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b) Result in the loss of availability of a locally-important mineral resource recovery site delineated
on a local general plan, specific plan or other land use plan?
No Impact. See Response X a), above.
XI. NOISE
Ultrasystems conducted a noise analysis in August 2002 in order to determine whether the proposed action would
result in any significant noise impacts. This analysis is the basis for responses to the following questions.
Noise Definitions
Sound is a pressure wave transmitted through the air. It is described in terms of loudness or amplitude(measured
in decibels), frequency or pitch (measured in Hertz [Hz] or cycles per second), and duration (measured in
seconds or minutes). The standard unit of measurement of the loudness of sound is the decibel (dB). Typical
human hearing perceives a 10 dB change as a doubling or halving of sound, a 5 dB as a readily noticeable change
and perceives a 3 dB as barely discemable under normal conditions. Changes of 1 to 3 dB are detectable under
quiet, controlled conditions and changes of less than 1 dBA are usually indiscernible to the human ear.
The human ear is not equally sensitive to all frequencies. Sound waves below 16 Hz are not heard at all and are
"felt"more as a vibration. Similarly,while people with extremely sensitive hearing can hear sounds as high as
20,000 Hz,most people carrot hear above 15,000 Hz. In all cases hearing acuity falls off rapidly above about
10,000 Hz and below about 200 Hz. Since the human ear is not equally sensitive to sound at all frequencies,a
special frequency dependent rating scale is usually used to relate noise to human sensitivity. The A-weighted
decibel scale(dBA)performs this compensation by discriminating against frequencies in a manner approximating
the sensitivity of the human ear.
Noise is defined as unwanted sound, and is known to have several adverse effects on people, including hearing
loss, speech and sleep interference, physiological responses, and annoyance. Based on these known adverse
effects of noise, the federal government, the State of California, and many local governments have established
criteria to protect public health and safety and to prevent disruption of certain human activities.
Noise Measurement Scales
Several raring scales (or noise "metrics") exist to analyze adverse effects of noise, including traffic generated
noise,on a community. These scales include the equivalent noise level(l cq),the community noise equivalent level
(CNEL), and the day/night noise level & ). Lq is a measurement of the sound energy level averaged over a
specified time period(usually 1 hour). L q represents the amount of variable sound energy received by a receptor
over a time interval in a single numerical value. For example,a 1 hour Leg noise level measurement represents the
average amount of acoustic energy that occurred in that hour.
Unlike the Lq metric, the CNEL noise metric is based on 24 hours of measurement. CNEL also differs from Leq
in that it applies a time-weighted factor designed to emphasize noise events that occur during the evening and
nighttime hours (when quiet time and sleep disturbance is of particular concern). Noise occurring during the
daytime period(7:00 AM to 7:00 PM)receives no penalty. Noise produced during the evening time period(7:00
PM to 10:00 PM)is penalized by 5 dBA,while nighttime(10:00 PM to 7:00 AM)noise is penalized by 10 dBA.
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The Ldn noise metric is similar to the CNEL metric except that the period from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM receives no
penalty. Both the CNEL and Id metrics yield approximately the same 24-hour value(within one dBA)with the
CNEL being the more restrictive of the two.
Noise Regulations
To limit population exposure to physically and/or psychologically damaging,as well as intrusive noise levels,the
federal government,the State of California,various county governments,and most municipalities in the State have
established standards and ordinances to control noise.
Federal Government
The federal government regulates occupational noise exposure common in the workplace through the
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) under the USEPA. Noise exposure of this type is
dependant on work conditions and is addressed through a facility's Health and Safety Plan. With the exception of
construction workers involved in project development, occupational noise is irrelevant to this study and is not
further addressed in this document.
The US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has set a goal of 45 dBA 4 as a desirable
maximum interior standard for residential units developed under HUD funding. (This level is also generally
accepted within the State of California.) While HUD does not specify acceptable exterior noise levels,standard
construction of residential dwellings constructed under Title 24 standards typically provide 20 dBA of attenuation
with the windows closed. Based on this premises, the exterior 4 should not exceed 65 dBA.
State of California
The California Department of Health Services'(DHS),through its former Office ofNoise Control,has studied the
correlation of noise levels and their effects on various land uses. As a result, the DIIS has established four
categories for judging the severity of noise intrusion on specified land uses.
The types of land uses addressed by the DHS'and acceptable noise,by category are presented in Table 3-9(Land
Use Compatibility for Community Land Uses). Noise in the"normally acceptable"category is generally acceptable
with no mitigation necessary. Noise in the"conditionally acceptable"category may require some mitigation as
established through a noise study. The "normally unacceptable" category would require substantial mitigation
while the"clearly unacceptable"category is probably not mitigable to a level of less than significant. As noted in
Table 3-9, there is some overlap between categories.
Title 24 of the California Administrative Code governs applicable interior standards for new multifamily dwellings.
These standards require that acoustical studies be performed prior to construction in areas that exceed 60 dBA
Ldo. Such studies are required to establish measures that will limit interior noise to no more than 45 dBA Ldn and
this level has been applied to,many communities in California.
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Table 3-9
LAND USE COMPATIBILITY FOR COMMUNITY LAND USES
COMMUNITY NOISE EXPOSURE
LAND USE CATEGORY Ldn Or CNEL,db
55 60 65 70 75 80
Residential Land Uses
a sH efea�
Transient Lodging-Motel,Hotels
Schools,Libraries,Churches,Hospitals,Nursing Homes .'1P"„ RAW
Auditorium,Concert Hall,Amphitheaters
Sports Arena,Outdoor Spectator Sports
Playgrounds,Neighborhood Parks
Golf Courses,Riding Stables,Water Recreation,Cemeteries
Office Buildings,Business Commercial and Professional
!L
Industrial,Manufacturing,Utilities,Agriculture
nia�t'
NORMALLY ACCEPTABLE
Specified land use is satisfactory, based upon the assumption that any buildings involved are of normal
conventional construction,without any special noise insulation Loquirements.
CONDITIONALLY ACCEPTABLE
New construction or development should be undertaken only after a detailed analysis of the noise reduction
requirements is made and needed noise insulation features included in the design.
NORMALLY UNACCEPTABLE
Now construction of development should be discourage. If new construction or development does proceed,a
detailed analysis of the noise reduction requirement must be made and needed noise insulation features included in
the design.
CLEARLY UNACCEPTABLE
Now construction or development clearly should not be undertaken.
Source: State of Califomia General Plan Guidelines,Office of Planning and Research(June 1990),Ellingworth&Rodkin (1990).
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City of Pahn Springs
The Palm Springs Noise Ordinance and the City of Palm Springs General Plan Noise Element are the applicable
noise-related standards and guidelines for the City of Palm Springs.
Specifically,the City's General Plan Noise Element provides for identification,mitigation,and regulation of excess
noise within the City of Palm Springs. It includes definitions, objectives, policies, standards, criteria, and
programs necessary when decisions are made affecting the noise environment within the City. The City of Pahn
Springs, through the Noise Element,has adopted similar land use compatibility for noise sources that have been
developed by the DHS.
Standards for protecting sensitive land uses from short-term noise are established in the City of Pahn Springs
Municipal Code,Title 11 Peace,Morals and Safety,Chapter 11.74 Noise Ordinance. Chapter 11.74.031 defines
the acceptable exterior noise level limits for different land uses,Chapter 11.74.035 focuses on interior noise levels
and Chapter 8.04.220 identifies allowable construction hours and noise levels. The basic premise of the
ordinances is to establish criteria to define when noise levels disturb the tranquility of neighborhoods or cause
discomfort or annoyance to normal human sensitivity.
Existing Noise Environment
The noise environment in the project area is generally dominated by vehicular activity on the surrounding roadway
system. In particular, vehicular activity on Murray Canyon Drive and South Palm Canyon Drive generate the
greatest noise. To characterize the existing noise environment,noise measurements were taken at four locations
between 3:30 PM and 5:00 PM on October 30,2002,the results of these measurements are presentedTable 3-10
(Measured Noise Levels).
Table 3-10
MEASURED NOISE LEVLES (OCTOBER 30, 2002)
Site Time Location Measured Measured Measured
I.q, dBA Lmin Lmax
1 3:29-3:46 PM On Project Site 50 feet from the centerline of
Sierra Madre Drive 49.8 35.7 63.1
2 3:49-4:07 PM South of Project Site across Murray Canyon
Drive 50 feet from Centerline of Roadway 56.0 35.6 72.3
3 4:11-4:27 PM On Project Site 50 feet from Centerline of
Murray Canyon Drive 58.8 41.1 80.5
4 4:33-4:49 PM Center of Project Site 50.3 36.9 66.0
Existing Roadway Noise Levels
Existing roadway noise levels were generated using LEQV2 sound modeling program,which has been approved
by Caltrans for determining noise levels along single roadways with little or no topographic change, and traffic
data provided by the City of Palm Springs. Based on the results of the noise modeling CNEL contours were
projected from the surrounding roadways. The distances to the existing 60, 65 and 70 CNEL contours for the
roadways in Are vicinity of the project are shown in Table 3.11 (Modeled Existing Roadway Traffic Noise
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Levels). These represent the distance from the centerline of the road to the contour value shown. The CNEL at
100 feet from the roadway centerline is also presented. The values given in Table 3-11 represent existing noise
levels and do not take into account the effect of any existing noise barriers or topography that may affect ambient
noise levels. Areas with noise barriers or strictures that break line of sight from a receptor to the roadway will
experience lower noise levels. Traffic volumes, speeds and mixes used in calculating these noise levels can be
found in the appendix.
Table 3-11 indicates that traffic noise levels are along Patin Carryon Drive are higher than traffic noise levels along
Murray Canyon Drive.
Table 3-11
MODELED EXISTING ROADWAY TRAFFIC NOISE LEVELS
CNEL Distance to CNEL Contour from
Roadway @ 100' * Centerline of Roadwa feet
70 CNEL 65 CNEL 1 60 CNEL
Marra Canyon Drive 53.90 WR WR 25
Palm Canyon Drive 57.54 WR 18 57
* - Prom Roadway Centerline
WR—Within Roadway
Would the project result in:
a) Exposure of persons to or generation of noise levels in excess of standards established in the local
general plan or noise ordinance, or applicable standards of other agencies?
Less Than Significant with Mitigation Incorporated Noise sources from new developments are generally
characterized into two categories, short-term, or construction, impacts and long-term, or operational impacts.
Construction impacts are primarily related to the operation of heavy equipment, such as dump trucks, loaders,
rollers,graders,compactors,etc.,while long-term noise impacts are generally associated with on-site mechanical
equipment and project related vehicular trips.
Short-Term Construction Noise Impacts
Construction noise represents a short-term impact on ambient noise levels. Noise generated by construction
equipment,including trucks,graders,bulldozers, concrete mixers and portable generators can reach high levels.
For the proposed project,the highest noise generating activities would include grading activities at the site. The
peak noise level for most of the equipment that would be used during the construction is 70 to 95 dBA at a
distance of 50 feet. At 200 feet,the peak construction noise levels range from 58 to 83 dBA. At 400 feet,the
peak noise levels range from 52 to 77 dBA. Note that these noise levels are based upon worst-case conditions.
Typically,noise levels near the site would be less, Noise measurements made by U1traSystems for other projects
show that the noise levels generated by commonly used grading equipment (i.e. loaders, graders and trucks)
generate noise levels that typically do not exceed the range of 75-80 dBA
The nearest residences that may be impacted by construction activity noise are located adjacent to and east of the
project site. Short duration maximum noise generated by demolition activities could reach as high as 89 dBA with
typical maximum noise levels of approximately 70 dBA.
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Grading activities are not anticipated to generate potentially significant noise levels at the adjacent residences.To
ensure construction related noise levels remain below significant levels, construction hours would be limited by
the City of Palm Springs Municipal Ordinance, Chapter 8.05.220,which designates the hours of the day when
construction activities are appropriate and the noise generated by these activities are acceptable. Chapter 8.05.220
of Title 8 Buildings and Construction,of the City of Palm Springs Municipal Code prohibits constriction before
7:00 AM or after 7:00 PM Monday through Friday,before 8:00 AM or after 5:00 PM on Saturdays,and at anytime
on Sunday or any federal holiday. Construction activities for the project shall only occur in accordance with the
City's Municipal Code. Compliance with this restriction and the mitigation measures identified below would
reduce construction and demolition noise impacts to a less-than-significant level.
Construction Mitigation Measures
XI-1. During construction phases,the contractor shall ensure that all construction is performed in accordance
with the applicable City of noise standards. This measure shall be added to the construction contract.
XI-2. All internal combustion powered equipment shall be equipped with properly operating mufflers and kept
properly tuned to alleviate backfires. This measure shall be added to the construction contract.
XI-3. During construction activities,the contractor shall locate portable equipment as far as possible from the
adjacent residences. This measure shall be added to the construction contract.
XI-4. To the extent feasible, the contractor shall store and maintain equipment as far as possible from the
adjacent residences. This measure shall be added to the construction contract.
Long-Term Off-Site Impacts
This section examines potential noise impacts from the proposed project, once operational, on the surrounding
land uses. Operational impacts could include traffic noise increases,and impacts from various activities including
parking lot activities,garden area activities and mechanical equipment.
Traffic Noise
Table 3-12 shows traffic noise CNEL level changes on the roadways in the vicinity of the project. The table
shows the CNEL traffic noise level increases due to the project for the opening year(2004).
The first column of Table 3-12 shows the roadway segments analyzed. The middle column shows the increase
in CNEL noise levels during 2004 (year of beginning operation)over existing conditions. The rightmost column
shows the project's contribution to the increase for the opening year (2004). The noise level increases were
calculated using a traffic volume increase of 209 average daily trips, 11 AM peak hour trips and 17 PM peak hour
trips. The traffic volumes used are presented in the Appendix.
Table 3-12 shows that CNEL traffic noise levels are projected to increase less than one decibel over existing
conditions with the project. The greatest increases occur along Murray Canyon Drive,which has relatively low
traffic volumes and correspondingly low traffic noise levels when compared to Palm Canyon Drive. The noise
level increases over existing conditions along Palm Carryon Drive and Murray Canyon Drive are minor. The noise
level increases are not significant and will not be perceptible to the local residents.
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Table 3-12
TRAFFIC NOISE LEVEL CNEL INCREASES (dB)
2004
Roadway Segment Without Change Due to Project
Project With Project
Murray Canyon Drive 56.91 57.58 0.67
Palm Carryon Drive 60.55 60.70 0.15
Table 3-12 shows that the project itself would not result in noise level increases greater than one dB. In fact,the
greatest change in the ambient noise level will be along Murray Canyon Drive,which will experience a increase of
approximately 0.67 decibels. Noise level increases must be at least 3 dBA to be considered potentially significant,
because changes in noise levels that are less than 3 dBA are considered to be inaudible to the human ear in an
outside environment. The increase in CNEL due to the proposed project would not be perceptible to the local
residents.
On-Site Activities
On-site noise generating activities associated with the project include parking lot activity and mechanical
equipment.
Parking Lot Activity. The parking lot will be located at ground level,and will front Murray Canyon Drive. Due to
the location of the parking lot the proposed uses located to the east and north of the project site may be impacted
by noise from the parking lot. Noises associated with use of the parking lot include engine start up, engine
revving, squealing tires turning on painted surfaces, as well as vehicles accelerating and decelerating at the
entrances. However, due to the limited nature of these noise level increase impacts from parking lot activity are
anticipated to be less than significant.
Mechanical Equipment. Potential sources of mechanical equipment noise are limited to the HVAC equipment and
pool and spa equipment serving the proposed project. This equipment would need to comply with Chapter
11.74.030 of the Palm Springs Municipal Code. With proper design,the mechanical equipment required for the
project would comply with the noise control ordinance. Appropriate design decisions such as the specific piece
of equipment,location,ducting and existence of enclosures or barriers shall be considered to ensure compliance
with this requirement.
Operational Mitigation Measures
XI-5. The placement of all mechanical equipment associated with the proposed project such as HVAC systems
shall be located and constructed to ensure compliance with Chapter 11.74.030 of the Palm Springs Municipal
Code.
b) Exposure of persons to or generation of excessive groundborne vibration or groundborne noise
levels?
Less Than Significant Impact. The proposed project would not be expected to result in exposure of persons to
or generation of groundborne vibration or noise levels. No sources of groundbome noise,such as pile driving,are
proposed as part of the project. Additionally, no sources of groundbome noise or vibration currently exist in
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proximity to the proposed project that would expose people at the site to excessive noise levels. No significant
impacts would occur.
c) A substantial permanent increase in ambient noise levels in the project vicinity above levels
existing without the project?
Less Than Significant Impact. As shown in IX a), the proposed project would not result in a substantial
permanent increase in ambient noise levels in the project vicinity above levels existing without the project.
Typically, the human ear does not notice changes in noise levels that are less than 3 dBA, as a result, less than
significant impacts would occur.
d) A substantial temporary or periodic increase in ambient noise levels in the project vicinity above
levels existing without the project?
Less Than Significant Impact. The proposed project, once operational, would not result in any substantial
temporary or periodic increase in ambient noise levels in the project vicinity above levels existing without the
project. As discussed above, the proposed project would not generate substantial noise. However, during
construction,the proposed project could potentially generate substantial temporary noise impacts. These activities
typically involve the temporary use of heavy equipment such as tractors, loaders, concrete mixers and cranes.
Trucks would also be used to deliver equipment and building materials and to haul away waste materials.
Adherence to Chapter 8.05.220 of the Palm Springs Municipal Code and implementation of the mitigation
measures described in subsection(a)above would reduce construction noise levels to a less-than-significantlevel.
e) For a project located within an airport land use plan or,where such a plan has not been adopted,
within two miles of a public airport or public use airport, would the project expose people residing or
working in the project area to excessive noise levels?
No Impact. The nearest airport, Palm Springs international Airport, is located approximately three (3)miles
northeast of the project site. Therefore, no significant noise impacts related to the airport are anticipated.
f) For a project within the vicinity of a private airstrip,would the project expose people residing or
working in the project area to excessive noise levels?
No Impact. The project site is not within the vicinity of any known private airstrips.
XII. POPULATION AND HOUSING
Environmental Setting:
Different agencies provide demographic information at varying levels of detail depending on that agencies uses and
need for demographic information. The primary agencies for this analysis are the United States Census Bureau
(Census Bureau), the California Department of Finance (DOF) and the Southern California Association of
Governments (SLAG). According to the Census Bureau,the population of Palm Springs in 2000 was 42,807.
Based on a one percent growth rate the DOF estimates the 2003 population to be 43,715, and SCAG estimates
that the 2010 population will be 51,200 and the 2020 population will be 52,900. According to the ,
Census Bureau
there were 30,823 houses with a 33.5% vacancy rate. The DOF estimates total housing units it 2002 to au
31,065 with a 33.4% vacancy rate.
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Would the project:
a) Induce substantial population growth in an area,either directly(for example,by proposing new
homes and businesses)or indirectly(for example, through extension of roads or other infrastructure)?
Less Than Significant Impact. The proposed project is not expected to result in substantial population growth.
No new homes are proposed and proposed project will not create more than five new permanent jobs. Therefore,
the proposed project will result in a less than significant impact on population growth.
b) Displace substantial numbers of existing housing,necessitating the construction of replacement
housing elsewhere?
No Impact. No existing housing is located on the project site nor would any housing be displaced by the
implementation of the proposed project.
c) Displace substantial numbers of people,necessitating the construction of replacement housing
elsewhere?
No Impact. No residential uses occur on the project site nor would any persons be displaced by the
implementation of the proposed project.
XIII. PUBLIC SERVICES
Environmental Setting:
Fire services in the City are provided by the Pahn Springs Fire Department,which operates five stations within the
City. Table 3-13 (Fire Services in Palm Springs)indicates each station location and available equipment at each
station. The fire department also has one crown-squirt, one seagrave and an 11,750 gallon tanker as reserve
units. In addition to the identified equipment and stations the Palm Springs Fire Department has agreements with
other local fire fighting agencies to provide assistance if necessary.
Police services within the City are provided by the Palm Springs Police Department. The Police Department has
one station located near the intersection of Tahquitz Canyon Way and Civic Center Drive. According to the City's
General Plan there are 84 sworn officers and 47 non-sworn personnel employed by the Police Department.
Available equipment includes 25 patrol cars, 22 detective units, 4 motorcycles, 3 four-wheel drive vehicles 2
three-wheel parking enforcement vehicles, 6 mobile command vehicles and a single dare truck. In addition to
these resources, the Palm Springs Police Department has mutual aid agreements with the Riverside County
Sheriffs Department.
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Table 3-13
FIRE SERVICES IN PALM SPRINGS
Station Address E ui ment Personnel
277 Indian 1 Pierce 75 foot Ladder Truck 1 Captain
441 Avenue 1 Medic Squad 1 Engineer
1 4-wheel drive Bush Attach Unit I Paramedic/EMT
1 Command Vehicle 1 Battalion Chief
1 Pierce Aerial Platform 1 Captain
442 300 El Cielo 1 1,800 Gallon Water Tender 4 Engineers
Road 1 Breathing Support Vehicle 1 Firefighter
1 OshKosh P-19 Airport Crash Truck
2 OshKosh T-1500 Airport Crash Truck
1 Pierce Quantum 443 590 Racquet Q 1 Engineer
Club 1 Beck Telesquirt 1 Firefighter
1 Quick Attack Truck
1300 La I Pierce Quantum 1 Engineer
444 Verne Drive 1 Beck Triple Combination 1 Firefighter
1 Quick Attack Truck
445 5800 Bolero 1 Beek Reserve Engine 1 Engineer
Road 1 Pierce Quantum 1 F refi titer
Source: City of Patin Springs Fire Department, PSFD Web Site"Visit Our Stations",
<http://www.psfire.com/stations.htin>, 2002.
School services for the project site are provided by the Palm Springs Unified School District (PSUSD). The
PSUSD currently operates 24 schools, which include 14 elementary, 4 middle schools, 4 high schools and 2
continuation schools, with a total enrolment of 20,847 students.
The City of Palm Springs has approximately 130 acres of City owned parkland. According to the City's General
Plan, this translates into approximately 3.1 acres of parkland per 1,000 residents.
Would the project result in substantial adverse physical impacts associated with the provision of new or physically
altered governmental facilities, need for new or physically altered governmental facilities, the construction of
which could cause significant environmental impacts, in order to maintain acceptable service ratios, response
times or other performance objectives for any of the following public services:
a) Fire protection?
No Impact. According to the City's General Plan fire danger in the City is relatively low.' The nearest fire
station, Station No. 444, is located at 1300 La Verne Drive on the northwest corner of La Verne Drive and
Caliente Road, approximately 6,200 feet northeast of the project site.13 According to the Palm Springs Fire
Department,the proposed project is located outside of the 5 minute response time area and,pursuant to the City's
Fire Code,14 will require the installation of an automatic fire sprinkler system in all proposed buildings." As a
result,the proposed project will not result in a significant impact. /
City of Palm Springs,General Plan,March 1993. pg.III-34.
13Ibid. pg.111-33.
14 City if Palm Springs,City of Palm Springs Municipal Code, Title 11 Peace,Morals, and Safety, Chapter 11.02.020,
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b) Police protection?
No Impact. According to the City's General Plan crime rates in the City are moderate with property crimes far
exceeding violent crimes. The proposed project is not anticipated to result in a significant increase in emergency
calls to the project site.16 The proposed project will not hinder the Palm Springs Police Department from
responding to calls from other properties in the City. As a result,the proposed project will not adversely impact
police protection services.
c) Schools?
No Impact. Palm Springs High School, located at the northwest corner of Ramon Road and Farrell Drive, is
approximately 3 miles northeast of the project site. Under State law(Government Code Section 53080),school
districts may level school impact fees on nonresidential development to pay for new school facilities. Currently,
the PSUSD has set this fee at$0.34 per square foot for nonresidential development. Collection of this fee(along
with other sources for school funding) will serve to offset any unforeseen project-related student generation,
although as only five new employees are associated with the proposed project no impacts to schools are expected.
d) Parks?
No Impact. Based on two tenants per single room and four tenants per double room, the proposed timeshare
resort project has the potential to have 200 visitors at a time. Additionally, the proposed project is anticipated to
employ five persotmel. These visitors and workers may utilize available parks in the City,however,even if every
one of these people and the potential employees were to utilize the City's parks,it would result in approximately
0.02 acres, or 871.2 square feet, less park space available to residents. Since the City currently has more than
adequate park space,no impacts on existing parks are expected to occur as a result of the proposed project.
e) Other public facilities?
No Impact. The project will require staff time for processing of permits and entitlements similar to other projects
within the City. No additional impacts to other public facilities have been identified. Refer to Section XVI for a
discussion on utilities and servic e systems.
XIV. RECREATIONAL RESOURCES
Would the project:
a) Cause an increase in the use of existing neighborhood and regional parks or other recreational
facilities such that substantial physical deterioration of the facility would occur or be accelerated?
No Impact. Refer to Response XIII d).
March 2002.
15 UltraSystems,Telephone conversation with Dave Mathews,Fire Inspector,Palm Springs fire Department,Naanba
26,2002.
"UltraSystems, Telephone conversation with Michael McCabe, Administrative Commander, Palm Springs Police
Department,November 26,2002.
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b) Does the project include recreational facilities or require the construction or expansion of
recreational facilities,which might have an adverse physical effect on the environment?
No Impact.The proposed project does not include public recreational facilities and does not require expansion or
construction of new recreational facilities as the recreational facilities provided are intended to meet the needs of
the quests.
XV. TRANSPORTATIONIFRAFFIC
Environmental Setting:
The project site fronts Murray Canyon Drive along the southern property line and Sierra Madre Drive along the
western property line. The nearest major intersection is Murray Canyon Drive and Palm Canyon Drive. I-10 and
SR-111 provide regional access to the project site. The project site is situated 8.5 miles south of the I-10 and
approximately 3 miles southwest of SR-1 11. Table 3-14(Existing Characteristics of Nearby Roadways)indicates
the physical characteristics of the major roadway near the project site.
Table 3-14
EXISTING CHARACTERISTICS OF NEARBY ROADWAYS
Street Type' Lanes See& PM Peak
p Volume' .
MurrayCanyon Drive Major Arterial 4 45 103
Palm Can on Drive Major Arterial 4 40 318
Source:City of Palm Springs,General Plan, 1993,
s Source:City of Palm Springs,Ordinance 1608,adopted April 2002,
s Source:City of Palm Springs,Canyon Park Resort and Spa Specific Plan,1998.
Would the project:
a) Cause an increase in traffic which is substantial in relation to the existing traffic load and
capacity of the street system(i.e.,result in a substantial increase in either the number of vehicle trips,
the volume to capacity ratio on roads, or congestion at intersections)?
Less Than Significant With Mitigation Incorporated The proposed project will generate 209 additional
average trips per weekday. There may also be a temporary increase of vehicles during site preparation and
construction of the proposed project. A traffic analysis prepared by Urban Crossroads in November 2002,
indicated that the proposed project would increase traffic at the Murray Canyon Drive and Palm Canyon Drive
intersection by 0.5%. This increase would require a fair share contribution, to be calculated by the City, for a
new signal at the Murray Canyon Drive and Palm Canyon Drive intersection to be paid to the City by the proposed
project proponent. The payment of this fee to the City and the installation of the signal would reduce the proj ect's
impacts at this intersection to an acceptable level. Therefore,no significant traffic impacts are expected to result
due to the implementation of the proposed project.
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Mitigation Measures
XV 1 Prior to construction,the project proponent will submit a fair share payment of$600.00 to the CityPublic
Works Department,for a new signal at the intersection of South Pahn Canyon Drive and Murray Canyon Drive.
b) Exceed,either individually or cumulatively,a level of service standard established by the county
congestion management agency for designated roads or highways?
No Impact. See Response XV a), above.
c) Result in a change in air traffic patterns,including either an increase in traffic levels or a change
in location that results in substantial safety risks?
No Impact. The project does not propose any uses that could cause any changes to air traffic patterns.
d) Substantially increase hazards due to a design feature (e.g., sharp curves or dangerous
intersections) or incompatible uses (e.g., farm equipment)?
Less Than Significant Impact. No street improvements are proposed by the proposed project. The project will
add three curb cuts along Murray Canyon Drive and one along Sierra Madre Drive to allow access to the site,
which may result in minor traffic conflicts on the affected roadways. The western edge of the first curb cut
along Murray Canyon Drive will be located 230 feet east of the nearest edge of Sierra Madre Drive; the western
edge of the second curb cut will be 280 east of the first curb cut. The third curb cut will be located 200 feet east
of the second curb cut,however,this curb cut will not be paved and will be restricted to emergency access only.
The southern edge of the curb cut along Sierra Madre Drive will be 415 feet north of the northern edge of
Murray Canyon Drive. The.distance from these access points to other off-site driveways and intersections will
provide adequate visibility of oncoming traffic either on the roadways or entering and exiting the proposed project
site. Parking stalls will be provided perpendicular to the adjacent roadways with two way travel lanes between the
parking stalls. A review of the conceptual site plan does not indicate any on-site circulation issues. Based on this
analysis,the proposed project will result in less than significant impacts related design features and surrounding
land uses.
e) Result in inadequate emergency access?
No Impact. An emergency access point will be constructed on-site to ensure adequate access to the site for
emergency services. As a result the proposed project will not result in significant adverse impacts related to
emergency access.
f) Result in inadequate parking capacity?
Less Than Significant Impact. Adequate parking would be provided on the project site to accommodate the
proposed use as per the City of Palm Springs Zoning Code and the development standards contained therein.
According to Section 93.06.00,D 29 b(i)of the Palm Springs Zoning Code,the proposed project is required to
provide 1.25 parking spaces for each one bed unit, 1.5 parking spaces for each two bed unit, for primary
occupants,and one parking space for every four dwelling units,for guests. This results in a requirement for 108
parking spaces. Section 93.06.00 C 10 of the Palm Springs Zoning Code indicates that of these 108 parking
stalls, 5 will be required to be handicapped accessible. According to the conceptual site plan prepared by Cox
Architects,the proposed project will provide 116 parking spaces,with five dedicated to handicapped use. Based
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on conversations with the City Planning and Zoning Department, there has been a historical deficiency in the
quantity of guest parking for timeshare developments,as a result the proposed prof ect has included an additional 8
parking stalls over the required amount to offset this possible shortage in parking. The parking plan will also be
reviewed for compliance during final plan check review by the City. As a result,the proposed project will result
in less than significant impacts related to parking capacity.
g) Conflict with adopted policies,plans,or programs supporting alternative transportation(e.g.,bus
turnouts, bicycle racks)?
No Impact. The proposed project intends to develop a 66-unit timeshare resort and will not conflict with the use
of alternative modes of transportation or conflict with any adopted policies,plans, or programs.
XVI. UTILITIES AND SERVICES SYSTEMS
Environmental Setting:
The Desert Water Agency (DWA) provides domestic potable water in the project area. The DWA has a
maximum pumping capacity of 69.9 million gallons per day with an average consumption of 35.9 million gallons
per day. Reclaimed water is also available for irrigation and other non-domestic uses. Existing water lines in the
project area include:
A 30 inch water line along the west side of South Palm Canyon Drive;
• A 36 inch water line along the south side of Murray Canyon Drive; and,
• An 8 inch water line along the south side of Bogert Trail.
The sanitary sewer system is owned by the City of Pahn Springs and operated by U.S. Filter. Wastewater is
treated at the Palm Springs Wastewater Treatment and Reclamation Plant,which has a permitted flow capacity of
10.9 million gallons per day and a peak flow capacity of 13 million gallons per day. Currently the plant handles
approximately 8-9 million gallons per day. Existing sewer lines in the project area include:
• A 15 inch main located along South Palm Canyon Drive;
An 8 inch main located along Murray Canyon Drive; and,
• An 8 inch main located along Bogert Trail.
The Palm Springs Waste Disposal Service provides solid waste services to the project area. Currently, over
twenty-three trucks are used to collect solid wastes from eighty collection routes in Palm Springs. Palm Springs
currently disposes 70,000 tons of trash per year,but California Assembly Bill 939 mandated that by the year 2000,
municipalities must reduce the amount of trash sent to the landfills by 50%. Additionally, one valley landfill
remains open for only three more years. The Coachella Landfill closed in 1997. Edom Hill,the only one used for
Palm Springs, will close in 2004.
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Would the project:
a) Exceed wastewater treatment requirements of the applicable Regional Water Quality Control
Board?
No Impact. Refer to Response VHI A,above. As indicated,the proposed project will be connected to the City's
existing sewer system. Wastewater will be conveyed to the Palm Springs Wastewater Treatment Plant. Based on
a conversation with City staff, the available capacity is approximately 2.4 million gallons per day at the Palm
Springs wastewater treatment facility." No significant wastewater related impacts would occur.
b) Require or result in the construction of new water or wastewater treatment facilities or
expansion of existing facilities,the construction of which could cause significant environmental effects?
No Impact. As indicated,there are appropriate sewer connections in the local roadways. The proposed project
will be required to pay connection fees to hook into the existing lines. As a result,the proposed project would not
require construction or expansion of new treatment facilities.
c) Require or result in the construction of new storm water drainage facilities or expansion of
existing facilities, the construction of which could cause significant environmental effects?
Less Than Significant Impact. The proposed project would not require on-site construction of drainage
improvements to convey storm water flows to area drainage facilities. Additional runoff generated by increases in
impervious surface will be retained on-site through the use of detention basins and landscaping. Since the project
is not expected to significantly alter drainage patterns in the area(Refer Response VIE c),above)area expansion
or new storm water drainage facilities would not be required as part of the project.
d) Have sufficient water supplies available to serve the project from existing entitlements and
resources, or are new or expanded entitlements needed?
No Impact. All required water connections will be constructed and are provided by the Desert Water Agency
(DWA). The proposed project is not expected to result in the need for expanded facilities.
e) Result in a determination by the wastewater treatment provider which serves or may serve the
project that it has adequate capacity to serve the project's projected demand in addition to the provider's
existing commitments?
No Impact. All required wastewater connections will be constructed and no substantial increase in flows are
expected to be associated with the proposed project.
f) Be served by a landfill with sufficient permitted capacity to accommodate the project's solid waste
disposal needs?
No Impact. The proposed project is not anticipated to generate substantial amounts of solid waste. However, as
indicated,the Edom Hill Landfill,which serves the proposed project is slated to close in early 2004. Currently,the
County is developing a transfer station to manage the waste that was once transported to the Edom Hill Landfill.
"City ofPahn Springs,Telephone Conversation with Mama Van I-lom,Engineering Associate,City of Patin Springs Public Works
Department December 2002.
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With the construction and operation of the new transfer station,the proposed project's solid waste will be hauled
to a permitted landfill with adequate capacity.
g) Comply with federal, state, and local statutes and regulations related to solid waste?
No Impact. The proposed project would not generate significant solid waste. However the proposed project will
be required to comply with all applicable State and local regulations related to the reduction of solid waste.As a
result, the proposed project will not conflict with State and local regulations regarding solid waste.
XVIL MANDATORY FINDINGS OF SIGNIFICANCE
a) Does the project have the potential to degrade the quality of the environment, substantially
reduce the habitat of a fish or wildlife species, cause a fish or wildlife population to drop below self-
sustaining levels,threaten to eliminate a plant or animal community,reduce the number or restrict the
range of a rare or endangered plant or animal or eliminate important examples of the major periods of
California history or prehistory?
No Impact. Based on the preceding analysis, the proposed project does not have the potential to degrade the
quality of the environment, substantially reduce the habitat of a fish or wildlife species, cause a fish or wildlife
population to drop below self-sustaining levels, threaten to eliminate a plant or animal community, reduce the
number or restrict the range of a rare or endangered plant or animal,or eliminate important examples of the major
periods of California history or prehistory.
b) Does the project have impacts that are individually limited, but cumulatively considerable?
("Cumulatively considerable" means that the incremental effects of a project are considerable when
viewed in connection with the effects of past projects, the effects of other current projects, and the
effects of probable future projects)?
No Impact. As discussed in the respective issue areas,the proposed project would have either no impact or less
than significant impacts after mitigation as to all environmental resources.
Implementation of the identified project-specific mitigation measures and compliance with applicable codes,
ordinances, laws and other required regulations,helps to reduce the magnitude of any impacts associated with
construction activities. Thus,for the reasons set forth above,the City has concluded that impacts would not be
cumulatively considerable with the incorporation of mitigation measures presented herein.
With regard to air quality,the SCAQMD has established incremental emissions thresholds to determine whether a
project would contribute to significant impacts. According to the SCAQMD,these thresholds are also used to
determine cumulative impacts. Since the proposed project does not exceed the SCAQMD thresholds, the air
quality impacts are not considered to be cumulatively considerable.
Construction activities generate substantial truck traffic and vehicular traffic associated with construction
workers. Impacts resulting from the proposed project's construction traffic would be temporary and are not
expected to be significant or cumulatively considerable.
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0 Does the project have environmental effects, which will cause substantial adverse effects on
human beings, either directly or indirectly?
No Impact. The analysis presented throughout this document identifies potentially significant impacts for some
environmental disciplines. Appropriate mitigation measures have been identified and incorporated into the project
design to reduce these respective impacts to less-than-significant levels. Therefore,project implementation is not
anticipated to result in substantial adverse effects on human beings.
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4.0 SOURCES USED FOR DETERMINATIONS IN THE INITIAL STUDY
The following documents or information were reviewed in the preparation of this Initial Study:
• City of Palm Springs, City of Palm Springs General Plan, 1993.
• City of Palm Springs, City of Palm Springs General Plan Final EIR, 1993.
City of Pahn Springs, City of Palm Springs General Plan Map, 1993.
' City of Pahn Springs, City of Palm Springs Municipal Code, July 2002.
• City of Palm Springs, Canyon Park& Spa Resort Specific Plan No. 1, Amendment, 1993.
U1traSystems, Telephone conversation with Dave Mathews, Fire Inspector, Palm Springs Fire
Department,November 26, 2002.
• U1traSystems,Telephone conversation with Michael McCabe,Administrative Commander,Palm Springs
Police Department,November 26, 2002.
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Envirofacts Warehouse Database, 2002. <http://oaspub,
epa.gov/enviro/fii—master.fii—retreive>
• South Coast Air Quality Management District, CEQA Air Quality Handbook, 1993.
Urban Crossroads, Traffic Analysis for the Proposed Canyon Vista Timeshare Project, 2002.
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5.0 INITIAL STUDY PREPARERS AND CONTRIBUTORS
Initial Study Preparers:
U1traSystems Environmental Incorporated Betsy Lindsay,President/CEO
Corporate Office—Orange County Kevin Shannon, Project Manager
100 Pacifica, Suite 250 William Maddux, Environmental Scientist/Associate Planner
Irvine, CA 92618-3818 Anthony Serpa, Associate Planner
(949) 788-4900
Traffic Study:
Urban Crossroads Scott Sato, Senior Associate
41 Corporate Park, Suite 210
Irvine, CA 92606
(949) 660-1994
Hydrological Engineering Report:
Michael A. Murphy, Principal
Michael A. Murphy Associates
711 West 17th Street, Suite D5
Costa Mesa, CA 92627
(949) 645-5370
Initial Study Contributors
Cily of Palm Springs Doug Evans, Director of Planning and Building
ling Yea,Associate Planner
3200 East Tahquilz Canyon Way Marcus Fuller, Senior Engineer
Palm Springs, CA 92263-2743 Mama Van Horn,Engineering Associate
(760) 322-8340 Mary Howard,Engineering Department Secretary
Michael McCabe, Police Department,Administrative Commander
Dave Mathews,Fire Department,Fire Inspector
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This industry Innovator generates consumer programs designed to make
timeshare the best time for leisure
If you've ever stayed at a timeshare resort, chances are you were a guest of an
RCI-affiliated property. Seven out of every 10 timeshare resorts worldwide are
affiliated with RCI, and eight out of every 10 vacation exchanges are being
fulfilled by RCI. As the only single-source provider of integrated services in the
Industry, Indianapolis-based Resort Condominiums International Inc. (RCI) and
its group of businesses have redefined the timeshare concept with the vacation
exchange program,
RCI has aggressively'pursued industry growth in all three segments of the
timeshare marketplace - luxury, upscale and value. RCI has more premium-
quality resorts than any other timeshare provider worldwide. In 1974, RCI
Invented the concept of the timeshare vacation exchange - trading
accommodations at one timeshare resort for comparable accommodations at
another resort. Historically, exchange has`been one of the primary motivations
for purchasing a vacation ownership week, generating broad appeal for the
timeshare product and the entire industry.
With more than 3,200 affiliated resorts located in 90 countries, this timeshare
leader is the top exchange provider for the industry. On a global basis, RCI
provides vacation exchanges and travel services for more than 2.4 million
member families, who are timeshare owners at RCI-affiliated resorts. Through Its
worldwide network, the firm arranged more than 1.8 million exchanges in 1997,
sending some 6.5 million people on vacation and raising the company's revenue
to $355 million last year.
RCI's affiliated partners receive integrated software systems, resort management
and consulting services from RCI's internal business arms. These business
services include Resort Computer Corp. (RCC) and RCI Consulting. RCC
develops, installs and services customized software systems for the international
timeshare and hotel industries. RCC Premier is the timeshare software
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management tool available to all RCI affiliates.
"We have made significant investments in technology, and we have the premier
technology that is used by the timeshare industry with respect to resort
operations and reservations," says Steve Miller, CEO of RCI. "RCC is another
.illustration of how we're leading the market, because we have the best
technology that exists for a developer community, We look at what the critical
needs of our affiliates are, and we put those first. And most of all, how do we
become a part of the solution when there is a problem to be solved, So, we're
very interested in continuing to cultivate the affiliates into the RCI group of
resort developers."
RCI Consulting also establishes comprehensive timeshare services for affiliated
resort developers, marketers, owner/operators and industry newcomers. The
firm offers services through RCI Travel Inc. and RCI Management Inc., both
internal service arms delivering exclusive travel services, resort operations,
hospitality and,property management services'to the timeshare industry,
In December 1997, RCI was acquired by the Cendant Corp. (NYSE:CD), the
leading franchisor of hotels and rental cars worldwide for travel services, At
year-end 1997, Cendant had reported revenues of$5.3 billion, an increase of
36% over the previous years $3.9 billion. RCI is a significant part of this
consumer and business services conglomerate due to its market strength,
"Consistent throughout my entire time with RCI has been our desire and
execution to deliver services around the world. One way that we stayed ahead of
the competition.and continue to do so is we establish operations in the best
markets worldwide," says Miller. "We found it a highly successful strategy to
make the investment in many local marketplaces around the world to grow the
timeshare philosophy and, of course, to have RCI grow along side of it."
Growth is consistent in the timeshare business. According to,the World Travel
and Tourism Counsel, $766 billion was invested in the timeshare industry In
1996, and a projected $1.6 trillion is anticipated by the year 2006. To keep up
with this growth, RCI will add two new programs - RCI Lead Generation Services
and RCI Club Services in spring 1998. The first is designed to reach the right
consumers with the timeshare message. The second is aimed at providing
flexible options that are critical to selling and servicing timeshare programs.
"Our membership will grow $% to 109/6 annually and we have a lot of members
that own multiple weeks, so with respect to industry growth, part of that Is the
factor of multiple ownerships," says Miller, "On a net basis, our growth includes
both new and renewal memberships, so it's a strong percentage within our
industry. We make money In the membership process and transaction fees
charged for an exchange..We also offer travel services to our members that
generate income, Being part of Cendant, there are other products and services
we are making available to our members that will produce a revenue source.
Most of our money is made by selling memberships. We will grow with all our
members and we have new affiliates in the area of high-end hospitality - Westin
01I13/2003 10:37 949-788-4901 ULTRASVSTEMS LAGPAC PAGE 04
and Hilton In particular."
"As Westin gets into the timeshare business, they're using RCI for many support
services. We have partnered up with Westin and we have other affiliated
hospitality groups, such as Sun International," adds Miller. "The hotel groups
have come to realize that the timeshare business is a good business for them to
be in. We provide services that are beneficial to those affiliate groups, such as
market research and the exchange service for their owners."
Today, hotel companies fit well into the timeshare ownership concept, and RCI
has acted upon this natural relationship. "Vacation ownership for timeshare is
seen not as a competitive product, but as a complementing product to existing
hospitality facilities. What this does is add another dimension of hospitality
service on a permanent long-term basis," says lion E. Jackson, president and
COO at RCI. "We're in a business of providing another level of guest satisfaction.
Our industry automatically adds the family component to the vacation
experience. Many hotel owners have a real, sincere interest in looking at
vacation ownership for timeshare as a complementing product to their hotels.
We are currently working with a five-star hotel chain that will lead the industry
at the high-end level of timeshare and hospitality working together. Presently;
there is a concept being developed called Star Resorts that is the equivalent of a
resort location with the Ritz-Carlton experience."
RCI is expanding into new markets with the completion of the Cendant merger
last December, and it will continue to develop new relationships.
"We'have a 706.E market share of the exchange business worldwide in terms of
resorts. We bring potential developers together and evaluate what they need to
compete in this business, and then we offer them services that complement their
needs, if it's.sales management; marketing or technology," says R. John Cully,
national vice president of resort sales.
"We're at a very•critical point in the Industry right now," he continues. "What has
been missing until now is branded marketing, where at the point-of-sale
someone represents Integrity, and that's why I think a Westin or Hilton is so
important. wands have a reputation of standing by their product, and today
People can see the types of developers that are involved, and brand names are'a
natural extension of this business. This is a mature business now, and it's an
ongoing viable business that did more than $6 billion in global sales last year
with more to come,"
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City of Palm Springs
Case No. 5.0938-PD-282 TTM 31006
I, or We the following homeowners, and residents oppose the Planning Commission of
the City of Palm Springs, California, Case 5.0938, an application by Laguna Pacific, LP
for Canyon Vista, LP to amend the General Plan Map from M15 (Medium Density: 12-
15 units/acre) to H30 (High Density: 15-21 units/acre).
And
Oppose the Planning Commission of the City of Palm Springs, California, Case 5.0938-
PD-282, TMM 31006, an application for Planned Development District 282 (PD-282)
and Tentative Tract Map 31006 for the construction of 66 timeshare units and associated
architectural approvals on 3.27 acres located at the northeast corner of Murray Canyon
and Sierra Madre. We also oppose changing the Zoning from R-2 (Family Residential)
to R-3 (Multi-Family Residential and Hotel).
We Have The Following Concerns and Need to Address and Compromise on the
Following Issues:
1. Adequate Parking for the Timeshare Employees, Owners of the Timeshare Units
and their Quests for the above proposal as well as for the existing Palm Canyon
Resort Timeshare.
2. City enforced No Parking Signs on Santiago Way for Timeshare Unit Owners,
their quests and Timeshare Employees of the current Palm Canyon Resort
Timeshare and the above Timeshare. This may require the Homeowners to have
Parking Stickers for their vehicles and for their quests.
3. City enforced regulations and laws to minimize traffic volume and speeding on
Santiago Way, due to the existing Palm Canyon Resort Timeshare and the above
proposed Timeshare. This may include, but is not limited to constructing Speed
Bumps on Santiago Way or Making Santiago Way a Dead End Street at Sierra
Madre, or Constructing a Private Gate on Santiago Way at Sierra Madre to enable
the Homeowners of the Canyon Country Club to access in and out of Santiago
Way.
4. Consider who will bear the cost to correct the Parking and Traffic Flow Problems.
5. The City of Palm Springs Planning Commission hold Public Meetings in the evenings
to enable those Homeowners who work during the day the opportunity to be present at
the Planning Commission Meetings.
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City of Palm Springs
Case No. 5.0938-PD-282 TTM 31006
I, or We the following homeowners, and residents oppose the Planning Commission of
the City of Palm Springs, California, Case 5.0938, an application by Laguna Pacific, LP
for Canyon Vista, LP to amend the General Plan Map from MI5 (Medium Density: 12-
15 units/acre)to H30 (High Density: 15-21 units/acre).
And
Oppose the Planning Commission of the City of Palm Springs, California, Case 5.0938-
PD-282, TMM 31006, an application for Planned Development District 282 (PD-282)
and Tentative Tract Map 31006 for the construction of 66 timeshare units and associated
architectural approvals on 3.27 acres located at the northeast corner of Murray Canyon
and Sierra Madre. We also oppose changing the Zoning from R-2 (Family Residential)
to R-3 (Multi-Family Residential and Hotel).
We Have The Following Concerns and Need to Address and Compromise on the
Following Issues:
1. Adequate Parking for the Timeshare Employees, Owners of the Timeshare Units
and their Quests for the above proposal as well as for the existing Pahn Canyon
Resort Timeshare.
2. City enforced No Parking Signs on Santiago Way for Timeshare Unit Owners,
their quests and Timeshare Employees of the current Palm Canyon Resort
Timeshare and the above Timeshare. This may require the Homeowners to have
Parking Stickers for their vehicles and for their quests.
3. City enforced regulations and laws to minimize traffic volume and speeding on
Santiago Way, due to the existing Pahn Canyon Resort Timeshare and the above
proposed Timeshare. This may include, but is not limited to constructing Speed
Bumps on Santiago Way or Making Santiago Way a Dead End Street at Sierra
Madre, or Constructing a Private Gate on Santiago Way at Sierra Madre to enable
the Homeowners of the Canyon Country Club to access in and out of Santiago
Way.
4. Consider who will bear the cost to correct the Parking and Traffic Flow Problems.
5. The City of Pahn Springs Planning Commission hold Public Meetings in the evenings
to enable those Homeowners who work during the day the opportunity to be present at
the Planning Commission Meetings.
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City of Palm Springs
Case No. 5.0938-PD-282 TTM 31006
I, or We the following homeowners, and residents oppose the Planning Commission of
the City of Palm Springs, California, Case 5.0938, an application by Laguna Pacific, LP
for Canyon Vista, LP to amend the General Plan Map from M15 (Medium Density: 12-
15 units/acre) to H30 (High Density: 15-21 units/acre).
And
Oppose the Planning Commission of the City of Pahn Springs, California, Case 5.0938-
PD-282, TMM 31006, an application for Planned Development District 282 (PD-282)
and Tentative Tract Map 31006 for the construction of 66 timeshare units and associated
architectural approvals on 3.27 acres located at the northeast corner of Murray Canyon
and Sierra Madre. We also oppose changing the Zoning from R-2 (Family Residential)
to R-3 (Multi-Family Residential and Hotel).
We Have The Following Concerns and Need to Address and Compromise on the
Following Issues:
1. Adequate Parking for the Timeshare Employees, Owners of the Timeshare Units
and their Quests for the above proposal as well as for the existing Palm Canyon
Resort Timeshare.
2. City enforced No Parking Signs on Santiago Way for Timeshare Unit Owners,
their quests and Timeshare Employees of the current Palm Canyon Resort
Timeshare and the above Timeshare. This may require the Homeowners to have
Parking Stickers for their vehicles and for their quests.
3. City enforced regulations and laws to minimize traffic volume and speeding on
Santiago Way, due to the existing Palm Canyon Resort Timeshare and the above
proposed Timeshare. This may include, but is not limited to constructing Speed
Bumps on Santiago Way or Making Santiago Way a Dead End Street at Sierra
Madre, or Constructing a Private Gate on Santiago Way at Sierra Madre to enable
the Homeowners of the Canyon Country Club to access in and out of Santiago
Way.
4. Consider who will bear the cost to correct the Parking and Traffic Flow Problems.
5. The City of Palm Springs Planning Commission hold Public Meetings in the evenings
to enable those Homeowners who work during the day the opportunity to be present at
the Planning Commission Meetings.
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City of Palm Springs
Case No. 5.0938-PD-282 TTM 31006
I, or We the following homeowners, and residents oppose the Planning Commission of
the City of Palm Springs, California, Case 5.0938, an application by Laguna Pacific, LP
for Canyon Vista, LP to amend the General Plan Map from MI5 (Medium Density: 12-
15 units/acre) to H30 (High Density: 15-21 units/acre).
And
Oppose the Planning Commission of the City of Palm Springs, California, Case 5.0938-
PD-282, TMM 31006, an application for Planned Development District 282 (PD-282)
and Tentative Tract Map 31006 for the construction of 66 timeshare units and associated
architectural approvals on 3.27 acres located at the northeast corner of Murray Canyon
and Sierra Madre. We also oppose changing the Zoning from R-2 (Family Residential)
to R-3 (Multi-Family Residential and Hotel).
We Have The Following Concerns and Need to Address and Compromise on the
Following Issues:
1. Adequate Parking for the Timeshare Employees, Owners of the Timeshare Units
and their Quests for the above proposal as well as for the existing Palm Canyon
Resort Timeshare.
2. City enforced No Parking Signs on Santiago Way for Timeshare Unit Owners,
their quests and Timeshare Employees of the current Palm Canyon Resort
Timeshare and the above Timeshare. This may require the Homeowners to have
Parking Stickers for their vehicles and for their quests.
3. City enforced regulations and laws to minimize traffic volume and speeding on
Santiago Way, due to the existing Pahn Canyon Resort Timeshare and the above
proposed Timeshare. This may include, but is not limited to constructing Speed
Bumps on Santiago Way or Making Santiago Way a Dead End Street at Sierra
Madre, or Constructing a Private Gate on Santiago Way at Sierra Madre to enable
the Homeowners of the Canyon Country Club to access in and out of Santiago
Way.
4. Consider who will bear the cost to correct the Parking and Traffic Flow Problems.
5. The City of Palm Springs Planning Commission hold Public Meetings in the evenings
to enable those Homeowners who work during the day the opportunity to be present at
the Planning Commission Meetings.
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City of Palm Springs
Case No. 5.0938-PD-282 TTM 31006
I, or We the following homeowners, and residents oppose the Planning Commission of
the City of Palm Springs, California, Case 5.0938, an application by Laguna Pacific, LP
for Canyon Vista, LP to amend the General Plan Map from MI5 (Medium Density: 12-
15 units/acre) to H30 (High Density: 15-21 units/acre).
And
Oppose the Planning Commission of the City of Pahn Springs, California, Case 5.0938-
PD-282, TMM 31006, an application for Planned Development District 282 (PD-282)
and Tentative Tract Map 31006 for the construction of 66 timeshare units and associated
architectural approvals on 3.27 acres located at the northeast corner of Murray Canyon
and Sierra Madre. We also oppose changing the Zoning from R-2 (Family Residential)
to R-3 (Multi-Family Residential and Hotel).
We Have The Following Concerns and Need to Address and Compromise on the
Following Issues:
1. Adequate Parking for the Timeshare Employees, Owners of the Timeshare Units
and their Quests for the above proposal as well as for the existing Pahn Canyon
Resort Timeshare.
2. City enforced No Parking Signs on Santiago Way for Timeshare Unit Owners,
their quests and Timeshare Employees of the current Pahn Canyon Resort
Timeshare and the above Timeshare. This may require the Homeowners to have
Parking Stickers for their vehicles and for their quests.
3. City enforced regulations and laws to minimize traffic volume and speeding on
Santiago Way, due to the existing Pahn Canyon Resort Timeshare and the above
proposed Timeshare. This may include,but is not limited to constructing Speed
Bumps on Santiago Way or Making Santiago Way a Dead End Street at Sierra
Madre, or Constructing a Private Gate on Santiago Way at Sierra Madre to enable
the Homeowners of the Canyon Country Club to access in and out of Santiago
Way.
4. Consider who will bear the cost to correct the Parking and Traffic Flow Problems.
5. The City of Palm Springs Planning Commission hold Public Meetings in the evenings
to enable those Homeowners who work during the day the opportunity to be present at
the Planning Commission Meetings.
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February 11, 2003
Mayor William Kleindienst and City Council
via Douglas Evans, Director of Planning and Building
City of Palm Springs �
3200 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way
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Palm Springs, California 92663-2743
Re: Case No. 5.0938 Canyon Vista
Dear Mayor Kleindienst and City Council,
This letter is to notify you that the Tribal Council has reviewed the above referenced
project and recommends to the City Council of the City of Palm Springs the following:
• Approval of the General Plan Map Amendment and Tentative Tract Map 31006,
subject to conditions of approval as attached in Exhibit A.
• That approval be withheld on Planned Development District 282 pending a
project redesign to address the following issues:
• Architecture that is compatible with existing development in the area.
■ Relocation of parking spaces away from the street and closer to units.
• Consideration given to design aesthetics of street corridor.
■ General concerns with traffic, noise and light pollution from carports.
If you have any questions please feel free to call me at 883-1326.
Ve truly x6s,
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Th mas J. Davis, AICP
Chief Planning Officer
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David Ready, City Manager, City of Palm Springs
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650 C. TAHQUITZ CANYON WAY • PALM SPRINGS, CA 92262 • (760) 3253400 • FAX: (760) 325-0593
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February 11, 2003
Mayor William Kieindienst and City Council
via Douglas Evans, Director of Planning and Building
City of halm Springs
3200 E.Tahqultz Canyon Way
PArn Springs, California 92663-2743
Re: Case No. 5.0938 Canyon Vista
Dear Muyor Kleindienst and City Council,
This letter Is to notify you that the Tribal Council has reviewed the above referenced
PR)JUCt and recommends to the City Council of the City of Palm Springs the following:
Approval of the General Plan Map Amendment and Tentative Tract Map 31006,
subject to conditions of approval as attached in Exhibit A.
That approval be withheld on Planned Development District 282 pending a
• project redesign to address the following Issues:
• Architecture that Is Compatible with existing development in the area.
• Relocation of parking spaces away from the street and closer to units,
• Consideration given to design aesthetics of,street corridor.
• General,concerns with traffic, noise and light pollution from carports.
If ynU have any questions please feel free to call me at 883-1326.
utlVemry urs,
as J. Davis, AICP
Chlof Planning Officer
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David (heady, City Manager, City of Palm Springs
PATMOIC 9,0030 Lettw to CC 2.11-03,doe ,
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35. Curbs shall be installed at a minimum of five (5)feet from face of walls, fences, buildings,
or other structures. Areas that are not part of the maneuvering area shall have curbs
placed at a minimum of two (2) feet from the face of walls, fences or buildings adjoining
driveways.
36. No time-share units shall be offered for sale or sold until there is a valid final subdivision
public report for the sale of such timeshare rights or entitlement issued by the Department
of Real Estate of the State of California. A copy of the final public report shall be provided
to the City by the applicant.
37. Prior to approval of the Final Planned Development District, the applicant shall provide a
detailed time-share management program, including, but not limited to all methods to
guarantee adequacy, stability,and continuity of a first class level of management(including
sales/marketing) and maintenance of the time-share component of the project. The
detailed program shall be submitted to and approved by the Director of Planning and
Zoning.
38. The required CC&R's for the project shall include a provision that day use of on-site pool
and recreation areas by timeshare owners and other individuals not currently staying at the
facility shall be prohibited.
39. Details of the carports and stacked units above the carports shall be provided for review
and approval by the Design Review Committee and Planning Department, prior to approval
of the Final Planned Development District.
40. The applicant shall submit revised elevations for the southwest corner of the building
located at the northeast corner of the intersection of Murray Canyon Drive and Sierra Madre
for review and approval by the Design Review Committee and Planning Department, prior
to approval of the Final Planned Development District.
41. Vehicles associated with the operation of the proposed development including employee
and company vehicles shall not be permitted to park off the proposed building site unless
a parking management plan has been approved. Parking spaces for employee use only
shall be provided at a ratio of 1 space per employee or 20% above the required number of
parking spaces (i.e. 22 spaces).
42. A five foot high wall or fence shall be constructed between the project and the adjacent
Canyon Country Club golf course,for security purposes. The wall shall be constructed such
that there are no openings or access from the project to the golf course. Details of the wall
or fence shall be submitted for review and approval by the Planning Department prior to
issuance of building permits.
POLICE DEPARTMENT
1. Developer shall complywith Section II of Chapter 8.04 of the Palm Springs Municipal Code.
BUILDING DEPARTMENT
1. Prior to any construction on-site, all appropriate permits must be secured.
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February 13, 2003
Mr. Doug Evans, Director of Planning and Zoning
City of Palm Springs
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Palm Springs, CA 92263-2743
Dear Mr. Evans;
This letter is in reference to Case No. 5.0938 —Pd-282 TTM 31006. Northeast corner of
Murray Canyon and Sierra Madre.
On behalf of the Board of Governors of Canyon Country Club, located at 1100 Murray
Canyon, I would like to express their concerns regarding the application by Laguna
Pacific, LP for Canyon Vista, LP for construction of 66 timeshare units.
According to the plans,these units run along Canyon Country Club's#3 golf hole and
directly behind 94 tee box. Due to the transient nature of timeshares, the Board of
Governors has some serious concerns regarding security. To that end, Canyon Country
Club respectfully requests the City Council to require a security wall, attractive in design,
that would prevent any of the timeshare owners and patrons access onto the Canyon
Country Club private golf course.
I will be attending the City Council meeting on February 19, 2003 and trust you will add
this request to the agenda.
Thank you,
CANYON COUNTRY CLUB
Jan Hart
Gv General Manager
1100 Murray Canyon Drive / Palm Springs,California 92264 Ali
Telephone(760)327-1321 t
RESOLUTION NO.
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS,
CALIFORNIA,APPROVING TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 31006 AND
CASE NO 5.0938 - PD-282, SUBJECT TO THE CONDITIONS
STATED, FORTHE CONSTRUCTION OF SIXTY-SIX TIMESHARE
UNITS LOCATED AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF MURRAY
CANYON DRIVE AND SIERRA MADRE, ZONE R-2 AND O,
SECTION 35.
WHEREAS, Laguna Pacific, LP for Canyon Vista, LP has filed an application for Tentative Tract
Map 31006 and Case 5.0938-PD-282 for the construction of sixty-six timeshare units and
associated architectural approvals located at the northeast corner of Murray Canyon Drive and
Sierra Madre, Zone R-2 and O; and
WHEREAS, said Tentative Tract Map was submitted to appropriate agencies as required by the
subdivision requirements of the Palm Springs Municipal Code, with the request for their review,
comments, and requirements; and
WHEREAS, notice of the public hearing of the Planning Commission of the City of Palm Springs
to consider Tentative Tract Map 31006 and Case No. 5.0938 - PD-282, was given in accordance
with applicable law; and
WHEREAS, on January 22, 2003, a public hearing on the application for TTM 31006 and Case
5.0938-PD-282 was held by the Planning Commission in accordance with applicable law; and
WHEREAS, notice of the public hearing of the City Council of the City of Palm Springs to consider
Tentative Tract Map 31006 and Case No.5.0938-PD-282,was given in accordance with applicable
law; and
WHEREAS, on February 19, 2003, a public hearing on the application for TTM 31006 and Case
5.0938-PD-282 was held by the City Council in accordance with applicable law; and
WHEREAS, the proposed project is considered a"project' pursuant to the terms of the California
Environmental Quality Act("CEQA"),and an Environmental Assessment has been prepared forthis
project and has been distributed for public review and comment in accordance with CEQA; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has carefully reviewed and considered all of the evidence presented
in connection with the meeting on the Project, including but not limited to the staff report, all
environmental data including the environmental assessment prepared forthe project and all written
and oral testimony presented.
THE CITY COUNCIL HEREBY FINDS AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1: Pursuant to CEQA, the City Council finds that the current environmental
assessment for TTM 31006 and Case No. 5.0938-PD-282 adequately addresses
the general environmental setting of the proposed Project, its significant
environmental impacts, and the mitigation measures related to each significant
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environmental effect for the proposed project. The City Council further finds that
with the incorporation of proposed mitigation measures, potentially significant
environmental impacts resulting from this project will be reduced to a level of
insignificance and therefore recommends adoption of a Mitigated Negative
Declaration for the project.
Section 2: Pursuant to Section 94.03.00 of the Zoning Ordinance, the City Council finds that
with the incorporation of those conditions attached in Exhibit A:
a. The use applied for at the location set forth in the application is properly one for which a
Planned Development District is authorized by the City's Zoning Ordinance and SP-1.
The PD in-lieu of a change of zone may be approved by the City Council where a zone
change appears valid for specific uses, and only those uses, proposed by an applicant and
where the applicant agrees to comply with all conditions imposed on the project. In this
case, the applicant is proposing the use of land on a timeshare basis where current zoning
would not permit any residential development on the north half of the subject property. The
timeshare project will match the resort character of the surrounding neighbourhood.
Pursuant to Section 93.15.00 of the Zoning Ordinance, timeshare projects require a
conditional use permit and frontage on a major or secondary thoroughfare if located in a
GR-5 or R-2 zone or must be located in a R-3, R-4, R-4VP, C-B-D, C-1, C-1AA, and C-2
zone. The PD in-lieu of a change of zone is an appropriate mechanism for consideration
of the timeshare project because it encompasses the requirements of a conditional use
permit and allows flexibility in property development standards while also allowing a specific
use in a zone where it would otherwise not be permitted.
b. The use is necessary or desirable for the development of the community, is in harmonywith
the various elements or objectives of the General Plan, and is not detrimental to existing
uses or to future uses specifically permitted in the zone in which the proposed use is to be
located.
The proposed timeshares are located in an area that has many resort style developments,
including the existing timeshares directly west of the project. In order to better integrate into
the neighbourhood in terms of property development standards, Planned Development
District 282 in-lieu of a change of zone, is being requested by the applicant. In addition,the
General Plan designation for the property is M15 (Medium Density 12-15 units/acre), in
contradiction with the current zoning of O(Open Space)for the north part of the project site.
The timeshare use is in harmony with the General Plan and will be compatible with the
surrounding resort community.
C. The site is adequate in size and shape to accommodate said use, including yards,
setbacks, walls or fences, landscaping, and other features required in order to adjust said
use to those existing or permitted future uses of land in the neighborhood.
The project will include 29 one bedroom and 37 two bedroom units 810 square feet and 940
square feet in size, respectively, not including patio space. With patio space included, the
one bedroom units will be 900 square feet and the two bedroom units will be 1010 square
feet in size. The units are one or two stories, including some stacked units on top of
carports. The units are oriented to take advantage of the golf course views to the north and
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east and the canyon views to the south and west. The subject property is an awkward L-
shape, which is shown on the site plan as partitioned into four areas in order to emphasize
the"courtyard"concept of the project. The four areas include the north part of the site with
a mix of one and two-story buildings, the common area and units at the corner of Murray
Canyon Drive and Sierra Madre, and the two configurations at the southeast end of the site
where most of the stacked units are located.
The project site abuts the Canyon Country Club golf course and is sensitive to single family
residential development to the north.The building height forthe project decreases to fifteen
feet and one-story 200 feet from the R-1 C zoning to the north. The 200 foot setback is
required by Section 92.04.03,D.2,which limits building heights to 15 feet or one-story when
R-3 zoned property abuts R-1 zoned property. Maximum building height for the project is
24 feet and the carports are 10 feet in height. The applicant will be providing additional
detailed elevations,especially for the carports and stacked units fronting on Murray Canyon
Drive, in the final development plans. The project meets the R-3 zone open space
requirements, which call for forty-five (45) percent open space. The project has fifty-two
(52) percent open space and recreational areas, thirty (30) percent hardscape, and
eighteen (18) percent building coverage. The project does not comply with the minimum
building separation requirement of fifteen (15)feet. The building code requires a minimum
building separation often(10)feet for multiple family occupancies.Therefore, the applicant
is requesting modification of the building separation requirement from 15 feet to 10 feet.
Staff supports the modification to building separation. Otherwise, the project complies with
all other property development standards in the R-3 zone.
d. That the site for the proposed use relates to streets and highways properly designed and
improved to carry the type and quantity of traffic to be generated by the proposed use.
Access to the project will be from two driveways on Murray Canyon Drive and one driveway
on Sierra Madre. Existing improvements consist of a vertical curb and gutter and a four
lane, undivided,striped roadway on Murray Canyon Drive and a vertical curb and gutter and
two lane, undivided, striped roadway on Sierra Madre. Both Murray Canyon Drive and
Sierra Madre have been improved to secondary and collectorstreet standards, respectively.
The project will result in 206 additional average trips per weekday and will pay a fair share
fee towards the the addition of a new traffic signal at the corner of South Palm Canyon
Drive and Murray Canyon Drive. The majority of parking spaces and units are concentrated
on the southern part of the project site, therefore, most of the traffic should be directed to
Murray Canyon Drive, a secondary thoroughfare.
e. That the conditions to be imposed and shown on the approved site plan are deemed
necessary to protect the public health, safety, and general welfare and may include minor
modifications of the zone's property development standards.
All proposed conditions of approval are necessary to ensure public health and safety
including, but not limited to, the application of the Uniform Building Code Seismic Safety
Standards, Palm Springs Municipal Code, and the City of Palm Springs Fugitive Dust
Control Ordinance.
Section 3: Pursuant to Government Code Section 66474(Subdivision Map Act), the Planning
Commission finds that with the incorporation of those conditions attached in Exhibit
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a. The proposed Tentative Map is consistent with applicable general and specific plans.
The proposed project is consistent with the General Plan designation of Medium Density
Residential 12-15 units/acre (M15) for the subject property. The M15 designation allows
residential development ranging from single family homes to hotels. The applicant is
proposing timeshare units consistent with the General Plan land use designation.
b. The design of improvement of the proposed subdivision is consistent with the General Plan
and any applicable Specific Plan.
Pursuant to Government Code Section 66473.5 the City Council finds that the proposed
subdivision and the provisions for its design and improvement are compatible with the
objectives, polices,and general land uses and program provided in the City's General Plan.
All street, drainage, and utilities improvements are subject to the standards of the General
Plan and Conditions of Approval associated with TTM 31006.
C. The site is physically suitable for the type and density of development contemplated by the
proposed subdivision.
The site is proposed for sixty-six(66)one and two-bedroom timeshare units on 3.27 acres
of land. The proposed development will be within the maximum allowable density of 77
units, pursuant to the standards of the Preliminary Planned Development District282.There
will be no incompatibility issues as the subject property is surrounded by a the Canyon
Country Club golf course and vacant single family residential land to the north, apartments
and the golf course to the east, Murray Canyon Drive and the recently approved Canyon
South Golf Course to the south, and timeshares and condominiums to the west. The
applicant proposes a medium-high density resort timeshare development that will be
compatible with the surrounding neighbourhood.
d. The design of the proposed subdivision or the proposed improvements are not likely to
cause substantial environmental damage or substantially and unavoidably injure fish or
wildlife or their habitat.
All potential environmental impacts as a result of developing the subject property are fully
disclosed in the Environmental Assessment. The incorporation of the mitigation measures
as prescribed in the EA will ensure that any potentially significant impacts will be reduced
to a level of insignificance. Therefore, the design of the proposed subdivision or the
proposed improvements are not likely to cause substantial environmental damage or
substantially and unavoidably injure fish or wildlife or their habitat.
e. The design of the subdivision or type of improvements is not likely to cause serious public
health problems.
The design of the subdivision and proposed improvements must follow the conditions of
approval including, but not limited to, the application of the Uniform Building Code Seismic
Safety Standards, and the City of Palm Springs Fugitive Dust Control Ordinance in order
to ensure public health and safety.
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f. The design of the subdivision or the type of improvements will not conflict with easements,
acquired by the public at large, for access through or use of, property within the proposed
subdivision.
Murray Canyon Drive is already improved to secondary thoroughfare standards including
sidewalk, curb, and gutter. Sierra Madre is also already improved to collector street
standards with vertical cub and gutter and existing sidewalks. The landscaping and on-site
common areas will be privately maintained.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that, based upon the foregoing, the City Council orders
filing of a Mitigated Negative Declaration and approve Tentative Tract Map 31006 and Case
5.0938-PD-282, subject to those conditions set forth in the attached Exhibit A, which are to be
satisfied prior to issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy unless otherwise specified.
ADOPTED THIS_day of , 2003.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTENTIONS:
ATTEST: CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA
City Clerk City Manager
Reviewed and Approved as to Form: , �
EXHIBIT A
TTM 31006 and Case No. 5.0938 - PD-282
Northeast corner of Murray Canyon Drive and Sierra Madre
February 19, 2003
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, 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.
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 TTM 31006 Case No. 5.0938-PD-282. 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
judgement orfailure 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.
4. The applicant shall comply with the mitigation measures of the environmental assessment.
The applicant shall submit a signed agreement that the mitigation measures outlined as
part of the mitigated negative declaration will be included in the plans prior to City Council
consideration of the environmental assessment. s
5a. The final development plans shall be submitted in accordance with Section 94.03.00 of the
Zoning Ordinance. Final development plans shall include site plans, building elevations,
floor plans, roof plans, landscape plans, irrigation plans, exterior lighting plans, sign
program, mitigation monitoring program, site cross sections, property development
standards and other such documents as required by the Planning Commission. Final
development plans shall be submitted within two (2) years of the City Council approval of
the preliminary planned development district. Final landscape plans shall be approved by
the Riverside County Agricultural Commissioner's Office prior to submittal. Final plans shall
be submitted and approved by the Planning Commission prior to issuance of building
permits.
5b. The property development standards for this project shall be Section 92.04.00, R-3 Zone,
except for the modification to distance between buildings. Distance between buildings will
be considered at 10 feet.
5c. The project driveways along Murray Canyon Drive shall be reviewed and approved by the
Director of Planning and Zoning for alignment with future development to the south, prior
to issuance of building permits.
6. The project is subject to Section 93.15.00 of the City's Zoning Ordinance and all provisions
of the Palm Springs Municipal Code regarding time share uses for the life of the project.
7. 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.
8. 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.
9. The grading plan shall show the disposition of all cut and fill materials. Limits of site
disturbance shall be shown and all disturbed areas shall be fully restored or landscaped.
10. Drainage swales shall be provided adjacent to all curbs and sidewalks - 3' wide and 6"
deep. The irrigation system shall be field tested prior to final approval of the project.
Section 14.24.020 of the Municipal Code prohibits nuisance water from entering the public
streets, roadways or gutters.
11. All proposed trees within the public right-of-way and within 10 feet of the public sidewalk
and/or curb shall have City approved deep root barriers installed per City of Palm Springs
Engineering specifications.
12. The applicant prior to issuance of building permits shall submit a draft declaration of
covenants, conditions and restrictions ("CC&R's") to the Director of Planning and Zoning
for approval in a form to be approved by the City Attorney, to be recorded prior to issuance
of occupancy permits. The CC&R's shall be enforceable by the City, shall not be amended
without City approval, shall require maintenance of all property in a good condition in
accordance with all ordinances and conditions of approval contained herein.
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The applicant shall submit to the City of Palm Springs, a deposit in the amount of Two
Thousand Five Hundred Dollars ($2,500), for the review of the CC&R's, by the City
Attorney.
13. 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.
14. All materials on the flat portions of the roof shall be earth tone in color.
15. All roof mounted mechanical equipment shall be screened from all possible vantage points
both existing and future per Section 9303.00 of the Zoning Ordinance. The screening shall
be considered as an element of the overall design and must blend with the architectural
design of the building(s). The exterior elevations and roof plans of the buildings shall
indicate any fixtures or equipment to be located on the roof of the building, the equipment
heights, and type of screening. Parapets shall be at least 6" above the equipment for the
purpose of screening.
16. No exterior downspouts shall be permitted on any facade on the proposed building(s)which
are visible from adjacent streets or residential and commercial areas.
17. Perimeter walls shall be designed, installed and maintained in compliance with the corner
cutback requirements as required in Section 9302.00.D.
18. The design, height,texture and color of building(s), fences and walls shall be submitted for
review and approval prior to issuance of building permits.
19. The street address numbering/lettering shall not exceed eight inches in height.
20. 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
&Building prior to the issuance of building permits. Manufacturer's cut sheets of all exterior
lighting on the building, in the landscaping, and in the parking lot 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. A photometric study shall be required for all parking
areas, driveways and entries.
21. Parking lot light fixtures shall align with stall striping and shall be located two to three feet
from curb face.
22. Submit plans meeting City standard for approval on the proposed trash and recyclable
materials enclosure prior to issuance of a building permit.
23. This project shall be subject to Chapters 2.24 and 3.37 of the Municipal Code regarding
public art. The project shall either provide public art or payment of an in lieu fee. In the
case of the in-lieu fee, the fee shall be based upon the total building permit valuation as
calculated pursuant to the valuation table in the Uniform Building Code, the feeing being
1/2% for commercial projects or 1/4% for residential projects with first $100,000 of total
building permit valuation for individual single-family units exempt. Should the public art be
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located on the project site, said location shall be reviewed and approved by the Director of
Planning and Building and the Public Arts Commission, and the property owner shall enter
into a recorded agreement to maintain the art work and protect the public rights of access
and viewing.
24. Details of pool fencing (material and colour) and equipment area shall be submitted with
final landscape plan.
25. No sirens, outside paging or any type of signalization will be permitted, except approved
alarm systems.
26. Priorto the issuance of building permits, locations of all telephone and electrical boxes must
be indicated on the building plans and must be completely screened and located in the
interior of the building. Electrical transformers must be located toward the interior of the
project maintaining a sufficient distance from the frontage(s) of the project. Said
transformer(s) must be adequately and decoratively screened.
27. Islands of not less than 9 feet in width with a minimum of 6 feet of planter shalt be provided
every 10 parking spaces. Additional islands may be necessary to comply with shading
requirements in Condition #28 below.
28. Shading requirements for parking lot areas as set forth in Section 93.06.00 of the Zoning
Ordinance shall be met. Details shall be provided with the final landscape plan.
29. Parking stalls shall be delineated with a 4 to 6 inch double strip-hairpin or elongated "U"
design. Individual wheel stops shall be prohibited;a continuous 6"barrier curb shall provide
wheel stops.
30. Concrete walks with a minimum width of two (2) feet shall be installed adjacent to end
parking spaces or end spaces shall be increased to eleven (11) feet wide.
31. Tree wells shall be provided within the parking lot and shall have a planting area of six feet
in diameter/width.
32. Standard parking spaces shall be 17 feet by 9 feet wide; compact sized spaces shall be 15
feet dep by 8 feet wide. Handicap parking spaces shall be 18 feet deep by 9 feet wide plus
a 5 foot walkway at the right side of the parking space; two (2)handicap spaces can share
a common walkway. One in every eight(8) handicap accessible spaces, but not less than
one (1), shall be served by an 8 foot walkway on the right side and shall be designated as
"van accessible".
33. Handicapped accessibility shall be indicated on the site plan to include the location of
handicapped parking spaces, the main entrance to the proposed structure and the path of
travel to the main entrance. Consideration shall be given to potential difficulties with the
handicapped accessibility to the building due to the future grading plans for the property.
34. Compact and handicapped spaces shall be appropriately marked per Section 93.06.00 of
the Zoning Ordinance.
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35. Curbs shall be installed at a minimum of five (5)feet from face of walls, fences, buildings,
or other structures. Areas that are not part of the maneuvering area shall have curbs
placed at a minimum of two (2) feet from the face of walls, fences or buildings adjoining
driveways.
36. No time-share units shall be offered for sale or sold until there is a valid final subdivision
public report for the sale of such timeshare rights or entitlement issued by the Department
of Real Estate of the State of California. A copy of the final public report shall be provided
to the City by the applicant.
37. Prior to approval of the Final Planned Development District, the applicant shall provide a
detailed time-share management program, including, but not limited to all methods to
guarantee adequacy,stability, and continuityof a first class level of management(including
sales/marketing) and maintenance of the time-share component of the project. The
detailed program shall be submitted to and approved by the Director of Planning and
Zoning.
38. The required CC&R's for the project shall include a provision that day use of on-site pool
and recreation areas by timeshare owners and other individuals not currently staying at the
facility shall be prohibited.
39. Details of the carports and stacked units above the carports shall be provided for review
and approval bythe Design Review Committee and Planning Department, priorto approval
of the Final Planned Development District.
40. The applicant shall submit revised elevations for the southwest corner of the building
located at the northeast corner of the intersection of Murray Canyon Drive and Sierra Madre
for review and approval by the Design Review Committee and Planning Department, prior
to approval of the Final Planned Development District.
41. Vehicles associated with the operation of the proposed development including employee
and company vehicles shall not be permitted to park off the proposed building site unless
a parking management plan has been approved. Parking spaces for employee use only
shall be provided at a ratio of 1 space per employee or 20% above the required number of
parking spaces (i.e. 22 spaces).
POLICE DEPARTMENT
1. Developer shall comply with Section 11 of Chapter 8.04 of the Palm Springs Municipal Code.
BUILDING DEPARTMENT
1. Prior to any construction on-site, all appropriate permits must be secured.
FIRE
1. Minimum Access Road Dimensions: Provide a minimum 20 feet unobstructed width. If
parking on one side of the access road is desired, provide an additional 8 foot wide parking
lane with opposing curb marked red with appropriate signage for a total 28 foot width. If
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parking on both sides of the access road is desired, provide an 8 foot wide parking lane on
each side of the access road for a total 36 foot width. (902.2.2.1 CFC)
2. Turn-Around Requirements: Dead-end fire apparatus access roads in excess of 150 feet
in length shall be provided with approved provisions for the turning around of fire apparatus.
The City of Palm Springs approved turn around provision is a cul-de-sac with an outside
turning radius of 43 feet from centerline. (902.2.2.4 CFC)
3. Building or Complex Gate Locking Devices: Locked gate(s)shall be equipped with a KNOX
key switch device or Key box. Contact the fire department at 323-8186 for a KNOX
application form. (902.4 CFC)
4. Location of Knox boxes: A Knox box shall be installed at every locked gate. Show location
of boxes on plan elevation views. Show requirement in plan notes.
5. Automatic Fire Sprinklers: An approved, automatic Fire Sprinkler System is required.
6. Water Systems and Hydrants: Underground water mains and fire hydrants shall be
installed, completed,tested and in service prior to the time when combustible materials are
delivered to the construction site. (903 CFC). Prior to final approval of the installation,
contractor shall submit a completed Contractor's Material and Test Certificate to the fire
department. (9-2.1 NFPA 24)
7. Fire Extinguisher Requirements: Provide one 2-A:10-B:C portable fire extinguisher for
every 75 feet of floor or grade travel distance for normal hazards. Show proposed
extinguisher locations on the plans. (1002.1 CFC) Extinguishers shall be mounted in a
visible, accessible location 3 to 5 feet above floor level. Preferred location is in the path of
exit travel near an exit door.
8. Fire Alarm System: Fire Alarm System required. Installation shall comply with the
requirements of NFPA 72.
9. Trash Container Protection: Trash container space is within 5 feet of the building wall.
Provide information on the type and size of trash container to be stored there. If it is a
dumpster with a capacity of 1.5 cubic yards or greater, then the enclosure must be
protected by an approved automatic fire sprinkler. (1103.2.2 CFC)
ENGINEERING
Before final acceptance of the project, all conditions listed below shall be completed to the
satisfaction of the City Engineer.
STREETS
1. Any improvements within the street right-of-way require a City of Palm Springs
Encroachment Permit. Work shall be allowed according to Resolution 17950 - Restricting
Street Work on Major and Secondary Thoroughfares.
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2. Submit street improvement plans prepared by a Registered Civil Engineer to the
Engineering Department. The plan(s) shall be approved by the City Engineer prior to
issuance of any grading or building permits.
Minimum submittal shall include the following, IF applicable:
A. Copy of signed Conditions of Approval from Planning Department.
B. All agreements and improvement plans approved by City Engineer, IF applicable.
C. Proof of processing dedications of right-of-way, easements, encroachment
agreements/licenses, covenants, reimbursement agreements, etc. required by
these conditions.
MURRAY CANYON DRIVE
3. Construct a maximum of two, minimum 24 feet wide driveway approaches in accordance
with City of Palm Springs Standard Drawing No. 201.
4. The existing curb, gutter, and sidewalk shall remain in place except for curb cuts necessary
for the proposed driveway approaches.
5. All broken or off grade CURB, GUTTER, SIDEWALK, AND AC PAVEMENT shall be
repaired or replaced.
SIERRA MADRE DRIVE
6. Construct a minimum 24 feet wide driveway approach in accordance with City of Palm
Springs Standard Drawing No. 201.
7. Remove and replace the existing driveway approaches as necessary with 6 inch curb and
gutter and an 8 feet wide sidewalk behind the curb to match existing improvements, in
accordance with City of Palm Springs Standard Drawing Nos. 200 and 210, respectively.
8. The existing curb,gutter, and sidewalk shall remain in place except for curb cuts necessary
for the proposed driveway approaches.
9. All broken oroff grade CURB,GUTTER,SIDEWALK,CROSS GUTTER,SPANDREL,AND
AC PAVEMENT shall be repaired or replaced.
SANITARY SEWER
10. Connect all sanitary facilities to the City sewer system if not already connected. Laterals
shall not be connected at manholes.
11. There shall be an on-site sewage system that collects and conveys sewage through a
maximum of one lateral per street to the public sewer system.
12. All on-site sewer systems shall be privately maintained.
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GRADING
13. A copy of a Title Report prepared/updated within the past 3 months and copies of record
documents shall be submitted to the City Engineer with the first submittal of the Grading
Plan.
14. Submit a Grading and Paving Plan prepared by a Registered Civil Engineer to the
Engineering Department for review and approval. The Grading and Paving plan shall be
submitted to the Planning Department for approval to submit for plan check, prior to
submittal to the Engineering Department. A PM10 (dust control) Plan shall be submitted
to and approved by the Building Division prior to approval of the Grading and Paving plan.
The Grading and Paving Plan shall be approved by the City Engineer prior to issuance of
any grading or building permits.
Minimum submittal includes the following:
A. Planning Department approval to submit for plan check.
B. Copy of signed Conditions of Approval from Planning Department,
C. Copy of Site Plan stamped approved and signed by the Planning Department.
D. Copy of Title Report prepared/updated within past 3 months.
E. Copy of Soils Report
F. Copy of Hydrology Study/Report
G. Developer shall obtain a National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System(NPDES)
stormwater permit from the California Regional Water Quality Control Board(Phone
No. 760-346-7491) and provide a copy of same, when executed, to the City
Engineer prior to issuance of the grading permit, if construction activities will be
occurring after March 10, 2003.
15. Drainage swales shall be provided adjacent to all curbs and sidewalks-T wide and 6"deep
-to keep nuisance water from entering the private or public streets, roadways, or gutters.
16. In accordance with City of Palm Springs Municipal Code, Section 8.50.025 (c), the
developer shall post with the City a cash bond of two thousand dollars($2,000.00) per acre
for mitigation measures of erosion/blowsand relating to his property and development.
17. A soils report prepared by a licensed Geotechnical Engineer shall be required for and
incorporated as an integral part of the grading plan for the proposed site.A copy of the soils
report shall be submitted to the Building Department and to the Engineering Department
along with plans,calculations and other information subject to approval bythe City Engineer
prior to the issuance of the grading permit.
18. Contact the Building Department to get information regarding the preparation of the PM10
(dust control) plan requirements.
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19. In cooperation with the Riverside County Agricultural Commissioner and the California
Department of Food and Agriculture Red Imported Fire Ant Project, applicants for grading
permits involving a grading plan and involving the export of soil will be required to present
a clearance document from a Department of Food and Agriculture representative in the
form of an approved "Notification of Intent To Move Soil From or Within Quarantined Areas
of Orange, Riverside, and Los Angeles Counties" (RIFA Form CA-1) or a verbal release
from that office prior to the issuance of the City grading permit. The California Department
of Food and Agriculture office is located at 73-710 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert(Phone:
760-776-8208).
DRAINAGE
20. The developer shall accept all stormwater runoff passing through and falling onto the site
and conduct this runoff to an approved drainage structure (if available). On-site
retention/detention or other facilities approved by the City Engineer shall be required if off-
site drainage structures are unavailable or cannot contain the increased stormwater runoff
generated by the development of the site. Provide a hydrology study to determine if the
increased stormwater runoff due to development of the site exceeds the capacity of offsite
drainage structures (if any exist), and to determine required stormwater runoff mitigation
measures forthis project. Final detention/retention basin sizing and other stormwater runoff
mitigation measures shall be determined upon review and approval of the hydrology study
by the City Engineer and may require redesign or changes to site configurations consistent
with the findings of the final hydrology study.
21. The project is subject to flood control and drainage implementation fees. The acreage
drainage fee at the present time is $7,271 per acre per Resolution No. 15189. Fees shall
be paid prior to issuance of a building permit.
ON-SITE
22. The minimum pavement section for all on-site streets/parking areas shall be 2-1/2 inch
asphalt concrete pavement over 4-inch aggregate base with a minimum subgrade of 24
inches at 95% relative compaction, OR equal. The pavement section shall be designed,
using "R"values, determined by a licensed Soils Engineer and submitted with the Grading
and Paving Plan to the City Engineer for approval.
23. The on-site parking lot shall be designed in accordance with City of Palm Springs Zoning
Ordinance, Section 9306.00.
GENERAL
24. Any utility cuts in the existing off-site pavement made by this development shall receive
trench replacement pavement to match existing pavement plus one additional inch in
accordance with City of Palm Springs Standard Drawing No. 115. Pavement shall be
restored to a smooth rideable surface.
25. All proposed utility lines and service drops on or adjacent to this project shall be installed
underground.
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26. All existing utilities shall be shown on the grading/street plans. The existing and proposed
service laterals shall be shown from the main line to the property line.The approved original
grading/street plans shall be as-built and returned to the City of Palm Springs Engineering
Department prior to issuance of the certificate of occupancy.
27. The developer is advised to contact all utility purveyors for detailed requirements for this
project at the earliest possible date.
28. Nothing shall be constructed or planted in the corner cut-off area of any driveway which
does or will exceed the height required to maintain an appropriate sight distance per City
of Palm Springs Zoning Code 93.02.00 D.
29. All proposed trees within the public right-of-way and within 10 feet of the public sidewalk
and/or curb shall have City approved deep root barriers installed per City of Palm Springs
Standard Drawing No. 904.
MAP
30. The Title Report prepared for subdivision guarantee for the subject property, the traverse
closures for the existing parcels and all lots created therefrom, and copies of record
documents shall be submitted with the Final Map to the Engineering Department.
31. The Final Map shall be prepared by a licensed Land Surveyor or qualified Civil Engineer
and submitted to the Engineering Department for review and approval. The map shall be
approved by the City Council prior to issuance of building permits.
TRAFFIC
32. The developer shall provide a minimum of 48 inches of sidewalk clearance around all street
furniture, fire hydrants and other above-ground facilities for handicap accessibility. The
developer shall provide same through dedication of additional right-of-way and widening of
the sidewalk or shall be responsible for the relocation of all existing traffic signal/safety light
poles, conduit, pull boxes and all appurtenances located on the MURRAY CANYON DRIVE
and SIERRA MADRE DRIVE frontages of the subject property.
33. The developer shall replace all damaged, destroyed, or modified pavement legends and
striping that is required by the City Engineer on the MURRAY CANYON DRIVE and
SIERRA MADRE DRIVE frontages prior to issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy.
34. A 30 inch "STOP"sign and standard "STOP BAR" and "STOP LEGEND" shall be installed
per City of Palm Springs Standard Drawing Nos. 620-625 at the following locations:
A. Murray Canyon Drive at project exits
B. Sierra Madre Drive at the project exit
35. The developer shall pay its fair share contribution for the installation of a traffic signal at
South Palm Canyon Drive and Murray Canyon Drive.The fairshare of$600.00, based upon
the traffic analysis prepared by Urban Crossroads, dated November, 2002, shall be
deposited with the City prior to issuance of a building permit.
36. Construction signing, lighting and barricading shall be provided for on all projects as
required by City Standards or as directed by the City Engineer. As a minimum, all
construction signing, lighting and barricading shall be in accordance with State of California,
Department of Transportation, "MANUAL OF TRAFFIC CONTROLS FOR
CONSTRUCTION AND MAINTENANCE WORK ZONES" dated 1996, or subsequent
additions in force at the time of construction.
37. This property is subject to the Transportation Uniform Mitigation Fee based on the Multi-
Family Residential ITE Code B land use.
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ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE OFTHE CITYOF PALM SPRINGS,CALIFORNIA,
AMENDING THE ZONING MAP BY APPROVING A CHANGE OF
ZONE FROM R-2 AND O TO PD-282, FOR THE PROPERTY
LOCATED AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF MURRAY CANYON
DRIVE AND SIERRA MADRE, ZONE R-2 AND O, SECTION 35.
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THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA DOES ORDAIN AS
FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1.Pursuant to Section 94.07.0013-6 of the Palm Springs Zoning Ordinance, the official
zoning map of the City of Palm Springs, referred to herein, is hereby amended as follows:
Change of Zone from R-2 and O to PD-282
The parcel of property legally shown on Exhibit A is approved for a change of zone from R-2 to PD-
282, specifically on the property located at the northeast corner of Murray Canyon Drive and Sierra
Madre on file in the Planning and Zoning Department, Case 5.0938 - PD-282 TTM 31006
SECTION 2.EFFECTIVE DATE. This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect thirty (30) days
after passage.
SECTION 3. PUBLICATION. The City Clerk is hereby ordered to and directed to certify to the
passage of this Ordinance, and to cause the same or summary thereof or a display advertisement,
duly prepared according to law, to be published in accordance with law.
ADOPTED THIS day of 2003.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTENTIONS:
ATTEST: CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA
By:
City Clerk Mayor
REVIEWED & APPROVED:
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EXHIBIT A
PROPOSED CHANGE OF ZONE:
R-2 AND O TO PD-282
APN # 512-172-015
512-172-019 (Lots 24, 25, 26)
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