Desert Hot Springs City Council
May 6, 2025

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AGENDA

REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
and the City Council Serving as the Successor Agency to the Former Redevelopment Agency Board
Tuesday, May 6, 2025
5:00 PM - Closed Session
6:00 PM - Regular Session
Council Chambers/City Hall
11-999 Palm Drive
Desert Hot Springs, California, 92240

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CLOSED SESSION - 5:00 P.M.

CALL TO ORDER

ROLL CALL

PUBLIC COMMENTS
At this time, item(s) on the Closed Session agenda may be discussed during Public Comments. PLEASE STATE YOUR NAME FOR THE RECORD.

CLOSED SESSION:

1. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL—EXISTING LITIGATION
(Paragraph (1) of subdivision (d) of Section 54956.9)
Name of case: (City of Desert Hot Springs. Irene Valenti, Case Number:

PSC1802698)

2. Public Employee Performance Evaluation (§ 54957)
Title: (Interim City Manager)

3. Public Employment (§ 54957)
Title: (City Manager)
REGULAR SESSION - 6:00 P.M.

CALL TO ORDER

ROLL CALL

INVOCATION

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

CITY ATTORNEY REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION

APPROVAL OF AGENDA
At this time the City Council may amend the order of the agenda, approve the Consent Calendar, remove items from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion and action, and add Urgency Items.

Urgency Items ("Added Starters"): The Brown Act, which governs public meetings, permits the City Council to take action on any item that does not appear on the agenda only if 2/3 of the City Council (if all are present) or all members of the City Council (if fewer than all members are present) determine there is a need to take immediate action on the item, and the need to take immediate action came to the City Council's attention after the agenda was posted.

PUBLIC COMMENTS
At this time, pursuant to the Brown Act, any person may comment on matters of general interest within the subject matter jurisdiction of the City Council, NOT listed on the agenda. Under the Brown Act, the City Council should not take action on or discuss matters raised during Public Comment portion of the agenda that are not listed on the agenda.

Comments are limited to the first ten (10) speakers at three (3) minutes per speaker. Speakers may not yield their time to others without consent of the Mayor. All comments are to be directed to the City Council and shall be devoid of any personal attacks. Members of the public are expected to maintain a professional, courteous decorum during public comments.

Please complete and submit a "speaker card" to the City Clerk. You will be asked to STATE YOUR NAME AND CITY OF RESIDENCE FOR THE RECORD.

CITY MANAGER REPORT

MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS

CONFLICT OF INTEREST & LEVINE ACT DISCLOSURES
PUBLIC HEARINGS:

4. General Plan Amendment No. 25-1, Design Review No. 25-1, Development Permit No. 25-1, and Environmental No. 25-3 An Application to Amend the General Plan and Zoning Map to Develop 64 Affordable Multi-Family Housing Units
Travis Clark, Community Development Director
Recommendation:
1) Staff Report;
2) Entertain questions of Staff from the City Council;
3) Open the Public Hearing;
4) Take testimony from Applicant;
5) Take public testimony from those in favor;
6) Take public testimony from those opposed;
7) Take public testimony from those in a neutral position; 8) Opportunity for Applicant rebuttal;
9) Close the Public Hearing;
10) City Council discussion; and
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11) Adopt “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Desert Hot Springs, California, 1) Certify The Addendum to the 2020 Environmental Impact Report No. 25-3, 2) Approve General Plan Amendment to change the Zoning from Residential High (R-H) Density to Residential Medium (R-M) Density, 3) Approve Development Permit No. 25-1, 4) Design Review No. 25-1; AND Introduce for First Reading and read by title only: "An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Desert Hot Springs, California, amending the Desert Hot Springs Municipal Code 17.04.060 to amend the zoning map from Residential High (R-H) to Residential Medium (R-M) for APN 656-050-006."
Staff Report - SR-25-100 - Pdf

5. Cannabis Regulatory Permit Retail Renewals Ordinance Christina Newsom, Acting Deputy City Manager
Recommendation:
1) Staff Report;
2) Entertain questions of Staff from the City Council;
3) Open the Public Hearing;
4) Take public testimony for those in favor;
5) Take public testimony for those opposed;
6) Take public testimony for those in a neutral position; 7) Close the Public Hearing;
8) City Council discussion and questions to Staff; and
9) Introduce for First Reading and read by title only: "An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Desert Hot Springs, California, repealing Section 5.50.195 “Transference and Renewal of Permits Exemptions” of Title 5 “Business Licenses and Regulations” of the Desert Hot Springs Municipal Code in order to update cannabis regulatory permit regulations."
Staff Report - SR-25-098 - Pdf
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6. User Fee for Cannabis Retail Regulatory Permit Renewals Christina Newsom, Acting Deputy City Manager
Recommendation:
1) Staff Report;
2) Entertain questions of Staff from the City Council;
3) Open the Public Hearing;
4) Take public testimony for those in favor;
5) Take public testimony for those opposed;
6) Take public testimony for those in a neutral position; 7) Close the Public Hearing;
8) City Council discussion and questions to Staff; and
9) Adopt a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Desert Hot Springs, California, adopting the new user fees related to Cannabis Regulatory Permit Annual Renewal and the nexus study prepared.

Staff Report - SR-25-099 - Pdf
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7. Shopping Cart Regulations Amendment Ordinance
Christina Newsom, Acting Deputy City Manager
Recommendation:
1) Staff Report;
2) Entertain questions of Staff from the City Council;
3) Open the Public Hearing;
4) Take public testimony for those in favor;
5) Take public testimony for those opposed;
6) Take public testimony for those in a neutral position; 7) Close the Public Hearing;
8) City Council discussion and questions to Staff; and
9) Introduce for First Reading and read by title only: "An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Desert Hot Springs, California, Amending Chapter 8.16 (Shopping and Laundry Carts) of Title 8 (Health and Safety) of the Desert Hot Springs Municipal Code to Enhance Regulations for the Containment and Retrieval of Shopping Carts." Staff Report - SR-25-090 - Pdf
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7. User Fee for Shopping Cart Containment Plan Initial & Renewal Applications
Christina Newsom, Acting Deputy City Manager
Recommendation:
1) Staff Report;
2) Entertain questions of Staff from the City Council;
3) Open the Public Hearing;
4) Take public testimony for those in favor;
5) Take public testimony for those opposed;
6) Take public testimony for those in a neutral position; 7) Close the Public Hearing;
8) City Council discussion and questions to Staff; and
9) Adopt a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Desert Hot Springs, California, adopting the new user fees related to Shopping Cart Containment Plans and the nexus study prepared.

Staff Report - SR-25-091 - Pdf
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8. Military Equipment Annual Use Report
Steven Shaw, Police Chief
Recommendation:
1) Staff Report;
2) Entertain questions of Staff from the City Council;
3) Open the Public Hearing;
4) Take public testimony for those in favor;
5) Take public testimony for those opposed;
6) Take public testimony for those in a neutral position; 7) Close the Public Hearing;
8) City Council discussion and questions to Staff; and
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9) Approve the Desert Hot Springs Police Department 2024 Military Equipment Annual Use Report.

Staff Report - SR-25-102 - Pdf
ADMINISTRATIVE CALENDAR:

10. Deferral of Impact Fees for the affordable housing development, Crossings on Camino Campanero.

Travis Clark, Community Development Director
Recommendation:

Approve a deferral of the impact fees for the affordable housing development "Crossings on Camino Campanero" for a period of 55 years from the date of issuance of the first building permit.

Staff Report - SR-25-104 - Pdf
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CONSENT CALENDAR:

Matters on the "Consent Calendar" are considered routine and may be acted upon by one motion under "Approval of the Agenda." Individual items may also be removed by the City Council for separate discussion under "Approval of the Agenda." The title is deemed to be read and further reading waived on any ordinance listed on the Consent Calendar for second reading and adoption.

11. City Council Regular Meeting Minutes: April 15, 2025 Jerryl Soriano, City Clerk
Recommendation: Approve the minutes as presented; or as corrected.

Staff Report - SR-25-105 - Pdf
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12. Resolution of Intention for Placing Desert Valley Disposal Annual Billings for Services of Residential Properties on the County Tax Rolls, Fiscal Year 2025-26
Geoffrey Buchheim, Administrative Services Director
Recommendation:
1) Adopt a Resolution of the City Council Declaring the Intention to Levy Annual Billing for Desert Valley Disposal Inc., Solid Waste Refuse Services for Residential Properties on the County Tax Roll for the Fiscal Year 2025-26;
2) Approving the Attachment F Rate Schedule for July 1, 2025, Rate Year; and
3) Setting a Time and Place for the Public Hearing.

Staff Report - SR-25-103 - Pdf
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13. Fireworks Permits
Travis Clark, Community Development Director
Recommendation:

Approve four (4) applications, all of which are in compliance with the Desert Hot Springs Municipal Code.
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Staff Report - SR-25-097 - Pdf

14. Approval of Parcel Map No. 37832, for Mission Springs Water District
Daniel Porras, Deputy City Manager
Recommendation:
1) Find that the Parcel Map No. 37832 is in substantial conformance with the previously approved tentative map;
2) Approve Parcel Map 37832 in accordance with the Conditions of Approval;
3) Authorize the City Clerk and City Engineer to sign the map evidencing the City Council's approval; and
4) Authorize staff to process and file the map with the County Recorder's Office.

Staff Report - SR-25-108 - Pdf
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15. Award of Contract for Street Sweeping Services
Daniel Porras, Deputy City Manager
Recommendation:

Authorize the City Manager to negotiate and execute an agreement with Street Sweeping Corporation of American, LLC as the lowest responsible bidder, in an amount not to exceed $158,400.00 annually, with an additional $15,840.00 in contingency annually for City-Wide street sweeping services. (Staff is recommending a 10% contingency due to any additional street sweeping services necessary for unforeseen incidents which can include heavy rain events, debris, street clean-ups, and automobile accident clean-ups.)
Staff Report - SR-25-082 - Pdf
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16. Second Reading and Adoption of Cannabis Retail Tax Amendment Ordinance
Jerryl Soriano, City Clerk
Recommendation:

Approve second reading, read by title only and adopt: "An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Desert Hot Springs, California, 1) amending Desert Hot Springs Municipal Code Chapters 3.34 (Titled "Marijuana Tax") and 3.37 (Titled "Medical Marijuana Tax") to amend various Sections in both Chapters to lower recreational and medical retail taxes." Staff Report - SR-25-107 - Pdf
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PUBLIC COMMENTS
Opportunity is given to those members of the public who have NOT addressed the City Council on an item which is NOT on the agenda. Comments are limited to three (3) minutes per speaker. PLEASE STATE YOUR NAME AND CITY OF RESIDENCE FOR THE RECORD.

ADJOURN

UPCOMING MEETING DATES
*Please refer to the City website calendar at www.cityofdhs.org for meeting locations and the most up to date information.

May 8 Public Safety Commission 6:00 p.m.

May 13 Planning Commission 6:00 p.m.

May 20 City Council Regular Meeting 6:00 p.m.
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NOTICES
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If, however, the document or writing is not distributed until the regular meeting to which it relates, then the document or writing will be made available to the public at the location of the meeting, as listed on this agenda at 11999 Palm Drive, Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240.

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City of Desert Hot Springs
City Council

AGENDA ITEM REPORT
To: City Council
Date: May 6, 2025
Department: Community Development
Prepared by: Patricia Villagomez, Principal Planner
Subject: General Plan Amendment No. 25-1, Design Review No. 25-1, Development Permit No. 25-1, and Environmental No. 25-3 An Application to Amend the General Plan and Zoning Map to Develop 64 Affordable Multi-Family Housing Units
RECOMMENDATION:
1) Staff Report;
2) Entertain questions of Staff from the City Council;
3) Open the Public Hearing;
4) Take testimony from Applicant;
5) Take public testimony from those in favor;
6) Take public testimony from those opposed;
7) Take public testimony from those in a neutral position; 8) Opportunity for Applicant rebuttal;
9) Close the Public Hearing;
10) City Council discussion; and
11) Adopt “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Desert Hot Springs, California, 1) Certify The Addendum to the 2020 Environmental Impact Report No. 25-3, 2) Approve General Plan Amendment to change the Zoning from Residential High (R-H) Density to Residential Medium (R-M) Density, 3) Approve Development Permit No. 25-1, 4) Design Review No. 25-1; AND Introduce for First Reading and read by title only: "An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Desert Hot Springs, California, amending the Desert Hot Springs Municipal Code 17.04.060 to amend the zoning map from Residential High (R-H) to Residential Medium (R-M) for APN 656-050-006." BACKGROUND:

On January 6th, 2025, the applicant, Mark Irving, on behalf of Blieu Companies, submitted an application to develop a new 64-unit, affordable, multi-family housing project. The project will consist of development on a 5- acre site that is currently vacant. The project site proposes to change the General Plan land use map and zoning designation from Residential High (R-H) Density, which allows up to 30 dwelling units per acre, to Residential Medium (R-M) Density, which allows up to 20 dwelling units per acre.

On April 14th, 2025, the Planning Commission at a regular adjourned meeting made a recommendation to the City Council for approval.

DISCUSSION:

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The project site is a 5-acre parcel located north of Camino Campanero, and approximately 600 feet east of Palm Drive, Accessor Parcel Number 656-050-006. The site is vacant and surrounded by developed land to the north, east, and south, and undeveloped land to the west.

SETTING
The Zoning, General Plan Land-Use designations, and current land uses for surrounding properties are as follows:

Table 1: Surrounding Land Uses

Zoning & General Plan
Designations Current Land-Use
North Open Space Recreation (OS-R) Mission Springs Park West Mixed Use Corridor (MU-C) Vacant Land
South Residential Medium (R-M) Mobile Home Park
East Residential Low (R-L) Single Family Homes

GENERAL PLAN AND ZONING AMENDMENT
The project site is located within the Residential High (R-H) land use and zoning designation. The designation allows 20 to 30 dwelling units per acre. The project proposes a total of 64 units on the approximately 5-acre site, which would result in 12.8 dwelling units per gross acreage or 14.71 dwelling units per net acreage minus the right-of-way dedication for Camino Campanero needed for road improvements. Since the Residential High (R-H) land use and zoning designation allows 20 to 30 dwelling units per acre, the project proposes a General Plan Amendment and a rezoning of the property to Residential Medium (R-M) which allows 6 to 20 dwelling units per acre to account for the proposed 14.71 dwelling units per acre.

The project site is currently assigned 125 affordable housing units per the City of Desert Hot Springs Certified Housing Element. The County of Riverside has submitted an affordable housing project (CUP 25-3, DP 25-4, & ENV 25-1) which is currently under review with the City and is planned on APN: 656-040-061 and is zoned Mixed Use Corridor (MU-C), with no assigned affordable housing units. The County’s developer, Abode Communities, is proposing to develop 167 affordable housing units. Therefore, the remaining 61 affordable housing units assigned to the project site (APN 656-050-006) will be reassigned to the Riverside County site “Abode Communities” (APN 656-040-061) with no net loss in affordable housing, thereby allowing the property to be rezoned to Residential Medium (R-M) while complying with the Housing Element and State Law. The result is a net increase of 106 affordable housing units to the City over what is designated in the Housing Element..

Table 2:

Site APN Current Zoning Assigned Units Proposed Units
Blieu Companies 656-050-006 R-H (20-30 du/ac) 125 64
Abode
Communities 656-040-061 MU-C (20-30 du/ac) 0 167
Total Units - - 125 231
“Affordable Housing” means housing targeted to households and persons with lower incomes. State law states no more than 30% of gross household income with variations should be used for housing (Health and Safety Code Section 50052.5). Under Federal government guidelines, housing is "affordable" if it costs no more than 30% of the monthly household income for rent and utilities. Affordability is measured using an the area median income (AMI) for Riverside County and household size. The State Housing and Community Development Department breaks down income status into the following categories:

1. Extremely low income - 0-30% of AMI.

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2. Very low income - 30-50% of AMI.

3. Low income - 50-80% of AMI.

4. Moderate income - 80-120% of AMI.

5. Above moderate income - 120%+ of AMI

DEVELOPMENT PERMIT ANALYSIS
Blieu Companies is proposing to develop the 64 affordable housing units on the 5-acre site. Per Table

17.08.01 of the Permitted Uses – Multi-Family Dwellings – is “P” Permitted for the proposed zoning district. Per Section 17.92.030(C)(4) Development Permits – Major (Review by the Planning Commission) “Multi-family housing development consisting of 21 units or more” require the review and approval by the review board.

Staff has evaluated the proposed plans and found the project to be consistent with the development standards of the Zoning District. An analysis of the project can be found in Table 3 below, which provides a comparison of the site planning aspects of the project with each of the individual development standards.

ZONING CONSISTENCY
Staff has provided an analysis of the elements of the project with the development standards, below in Table 3.

Table 3: Development Standards Comparison:

Development Standards
Development Standard Residential Medium Proposed Consistent Front Setback 15 feet 25 feet Yes
Rear Setback 20 feet 34 feet Yes
Side Setback 10 feet 55 feet Yes
Street Side Setback 10 feet N/A Yes
Maximum Lot Coverage 50% 29% Yes
Maximum Structure
Height 55 feet 28 feet Yes
Maximum Density 20 du/1 ac 14.71 du/ac Yes
Minimum Unit Size
One Bedroom
Two Bedrooms
Three Bedrooms
700 sq. ft.
900 sq. ft.
1,000 sq. ft.
614 sq. ft.
849 sq. ft.
1,098 sq. ft.

No
No
Yes

DESIGN REVIEW ANALYSIS

ARCHITECTURE
The four (4) apartment buildings are arranged around a central community building and open space with amenities. The entire development is secured within gates and a fenced/walled perimeter.

Given the proximity of the library on Park Lane and its iconic modern design with mid-century elements, staff has encouraged the mid-century style for developments in the area. The proposed architecture will have a modern design with mid-century elements, including angled roof lines, large overhangs, clean lines, stucco finishes, stacked-stone accents, and architectural pop-outs. There is good articulation and fenestration in the building design to avoid long blank walls. The development will provide a unique living experience for residents, characterized by open floor plans, balconies and patios, and natural light that provide well-designed living spaces.

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The housing complex will be situated in a vibrant urban area that encourages connectivity and community, offering easy access to local amenities, public transportation, and green spaces. In particular, grocery stores, schools, a park, and a library are all located nearby. The site has been carefully chosen to allow for both privacy and engagement with the surrounding neighborhood. The residential units will feature a mix of one, two, and three-bedroom apartments, designed to cater to diverse household needs.

Table 4: Architecture Floor Plan Analysis
Floor Plan Square Feet Material Finishes
Unit 1 - 1
One (1) Bedroom
One (1) Bathroom
Total Square Feet 614
Stucco Finish
Solar Reflective Shingles
Stone Veneer
Colored Sliding
Unit 2 - 1
Two (2) Bedrooms
Two (2) Bathrooms
Total Square Feet 849
Stucco Finish
Solar Reflective Shingles
Stone Veneer
Colored Sliding
Unit 3 - 1
Three (3) Bedrooms
Two (2) Bathrooms
Total Square Feet 1098
Stucco Finish
Solar Reflective Shingles
Stone Veneer
Colored Sliding

DENSITY BONUS
A density bonus is intended to provide incentives for the production of affordable housing, senior housing and development of childcare facilities. In order to promote the construction of affordable units, density bonuses, development incentives, waivers, and parking alterations shall be granted pursuant to the provisions of Section

17.08.190.

As part of the entitlement for the project “Crossing on Camino Campanero”, a 64-unit affordable housing development that will be deed restricted is eligible for concessions. A request for a concession is allowed under the State Density Bonus Law. Under California State Law AB-2501 Housing Density Bonuses which amended Section 65915 of the Government Code, concessions for affordable housing developments are to be allowed. The project “Crossings on Camino Campanero” will be 100% affordable with a mix of 30%-60% of AMI (Extremely Low to Low Income). Three (3) concessions are permissible, but only one (1) concession is requested at this time.

Concession Request:

1. Unit Size: A request for a concession that allows the one-bedroom units to be a size of 614 gross sf. ft. instead of the minimum City requirement of 700 sq. ft. and allows the two-bedroom units to be at a size of 849 gross sq. ft. instead of the minimum City requirement of 900 sq. ft. per Table 17.08.02 of the Municipal Code.

Justification for the Concession:

1. The 16 one-bedroom units at 614 sq. ft. per unit are approximately 86 sq. ft. less in size than the development standards requirement of 700 sq. ft., while the 24 two-bedroom units are 51 sq. ft. less in size than the development standard requirement of 900 sq. ft. The difference equates to 2,600 fewer square feet. With construction costs at $200.00 per sq. ft., the project will save $520,000 which reduces the cost of these units by $8,125.00. The proposed one-bedroom and two-bedroom unit sizes are a common size for apartment communities and allow more than sufficient space for the resident, including bedrooms and full bathroom, a full kitchen, living and dining areas. Balconies and patios are also included with the units. Ample interior storage space is also provided.

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2. The public health, safety and physical environment are enhanced by delivering more housing to individuals and families at a more efficient cost without sacrificing the quality of the living space.

3. The proposed unit size is allowed as a concession under State Law.

VEHICULAR ACCESS AND PARKING
Access to the site would occur on Camino Campanero, at the project’s southern boundary. Three (3) access points are proposed: (1) at the center of the southern Camino Campanero frontage, which would allow visitor parking for the recreation/leasing center, (2) gated access at the southwest corner of the site, and (3) gated access at the southeast corner of the site. The gated access points at the southwestern and southeastern corners of the site are primarily for resident use. Additional offsite improvements will include street frontage along Camino Campanero, consisting of curb, gutter, sidewalk and road pavement. Camino Campanero has a signalized intersection at Palm Drive allowing for traffic to safely enter and exist Palm Drive. A significant portion of the parking is covered by solar shade structures.

The following is the parking calculations per State Density Bonus.

Table 5:

Residential Uses Parking Calculation Parking Required
1 Bedroom 16 units x 1 16
2 Bedrooms 16 units x 1.5 24
3 Bedrooms 32 units x 1.5 48
Total 88
The project site will be providing the following parking spaces:

Covered Parking 64 Spaces
Uncovered Parking 52 Spaces
Guest Parking 8 Spaces
Accessible 13 Accessible Spaces
Grand Total 137 Spaces
The site will exceed the minimum parking requirements.

LANDSCAPING
Crossings at Camino Campanero would include landscaping at building entrances, along building frontages, and parking areas. Various shade trees include shoestring acacia, strawberry tree, weeping bottle brush, carob tree, Palo Verde, olive tree, honey mesquite, cork oak, and Texas mountain laurel. Proposed shrubs include aloe, barrel cactus, ocotillo, yuccas, and various agave.

The ground cover will include various shrubs (dwarf coyote bush and trailing indigo bush) and prairie zinnia.

Landscaping would be incorporated immediately surrounding the proposed buildings and along the perimeter of the project site, including Camino Campanero. Practical uses of planting for the site, including screening views of parking areas from off-site, providing shade canopy trees for cooling the parking lot pavement, stabilizing potential erosion effects, along with allowing for some areas of the site to remain undisturbed as native desert floor. The final landscape plan will need to be submitted to Mission Springs Water District for review and approval.

AMENITIES
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The project site also proposes a one-story, 3,986 square foot community building that will feature a lounge area, management/leasing office, a central laundry room, maintenance space, and a patio overlooking the play area. Additional amenities include a pool, barbeque areas, community garden, a teen area, a designated smoking area, and a tot lot. Communal spaces will encourage social interaction within the community.

The operations are expected to require one (1) full-time on-site property manager. The manager will generally be available from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, with evening and weekend hours as needed.

NOTICING REQUIREMENT
The project was noticed to neighboring property owners within a 300-foot radius of the project site on Thursday, March 20th, 2025, and was advertised in the Desert Star on Friday, March 21st, 2025 per noticing requirements. No public comments have been received as of this writing.

FISCAL IMPACT:

The applicant has paid all required fees for the review and entitlement process and will be subject to all Building Permit fees, Engineering fees, and property taxes.

ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS:

Pursuant to the CEQA, Public Resources Code Sections 21000, et seq., and its implementing regulations, California Code of Regulations Section 15000, et seq., the City, acting as Lead Agency, reviewed and certified an Addendum to the General Plan Environmental Impact Report (State Clearinghouse number 2019080101) for the approved project and determined that, following the implementation of certain mitigation measures, all impacts were reduced to less than significant levels. The City has reviewed the proposed project, and has found that there are no substantial changes, impacts or changed conditions that warrant additional review under CEQA, pursuant to Section 15162(a) and 15164.

OPTIONAL:

General Plan Findings
An amendment to the General Plan may be adopted if all of the following findings are made:

1. That the proposed amendment is internally consistent with the General Plan; The project is currently within the Residential High (R-H) land use and zoning designation, which allows 20 to 30 dwelling units per acre per the General Plan and Zoning Code. The project proposes to change the General Plan land use and zoning designation to Residential Medium (R-M), which would allow up to 20 dwelling units per acre. The proposed amendment is internally consistent with the General Plan since the use would allow for the affordable housing development thereby meeting the goals of the Housing Element and the 6th Cycle RHNA allocation for the City of Desert Hot Springs. The new General Plan designation of Residential Medium is more consistent with area land use designations including the Residential Medium designation to the south. Staff recommends this finding.

2. That the proposed amendment would not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience, or welfare of the City;
The project proposes to amend to the General Plan from Residential High (R-H) to Residential Medium (R-M) land use and zoning designation. This would allow for 64 affordable housing development and it will have less of an impact to the surrounding neighborhood than the Item Number: 4.

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Residential High land use. The residential development would not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience, or welfare. Staff recommends this finding.

3. That the proposed amendment would maintain the appropriate balance of land uses within the City; and
The proposed amendment would maintain the appropriate balance of land uses within the City by allowing for the General Plan Amendment from Residential High to Residential Medium density by implementing the General Plan’s vision of housing on the project site. Staff recommends this finding.

4. That in the case of an amendment to the General Plan Land Use Map, the subject parcel(s) is physically suitable (including, but not limited to access, provision of utilities, compatibility with adjoining land uses, and absence of physical constraints) for the requested land use designation(s) and the anticipated land use development(s); The project site would be served by public water from an existing 12-inch water line along Camino Campanero. Electricity would be provided by Southern California Edison, and the site would be on public sewer provided by Mission Springs Water District. The site is relatively flat with no flood zones or fault lines. Therefore the 64 affordable housing units are physically suitable for the anticipated land use development. Staff recommends this finding.

Zoning Ordinance Findings
An amendment to this Zoning Ordinance may be adopted only if the following findings are made:

1. The proposed amendment is consistent with the General Plan The proposed amendment is consistent with the General Plan as amended. The project is currently within the Residential High (R-H) land use and zoning designation, which allows 20 to 30 dwelling units per acre per the General Plan and Zoning Code. The project proposes changing the General Plan land use and zoning designation to Residential Medium (R-M), which would allow up to 20 dwelling units per acre. The proposed amendment is internally consistent with the General Plan since the use would allow for housing in a lower density but still meeting the Residential Medium (R-M) standards. Staff recommends this finding.

2. The amendment would not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience, or welfare of the City;
The amendment would not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience, or welfare to change from Residential High (R-H) to Residential Medium (R-M) land use and zoning designation. The zoning change will have less of an impact to the surrounding neighborhood and would not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience, or welfare. The project furthers the public interest in providing affordable housing to the community. Staff recommends this finding.

Development Permit Findings
The review authority may approve a Development Permit, only if all of the following findings are made:

1. The proposed use is consistent with the General Plan; Item Number: 4.

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The proposed amendment is consistent with the General Plan, the project is currently within the Residential High (R-H) land use and zoning designation, which allows 20 to 30 dwelling units per acre per the General Plan and Zoning Code. The project proposes changing the General Plan land use and zoning designation to Residential Medium (R-M), which would allow up to 20 dwelling units per acre. The proposed development is internally consistent with the General Plan as amended since the use would allow for housing at a lower density but consistent with Residential Medium (RM). Staff recommends this finding.

2. That the proposed use is permitted within the subject land use district and complies with all of the applicable provisions of this Zoning Ordinance, including prescribed development standards and design guidelines;
The application is for the development of 64 affordable housing units, and under the proposed Residential Medium (R-M) land use and zoning designation, multi-family is “P” permitted. The development of the project has been reviewed with the development standards of the zoning district and it has been determined to comply with all of the applicable provisions of the zoning ordinance and design guidelines. Staff recommends this finding.

3. That the subject site is physically suitable for the type and intensity of the land use being proposed;
The proposed development of the 64 affordable housing units is physically suitable for the type of proposed use within the Residential Zoning District. Surrounding uses have a similar use of multifamily housing and single family homes. The site is mostly flat and served by utilities that can accommodate the development. The site is not within a flood plain or a fault zone. Staff has reviewed all associated documents and determined, that a multi-family housing development is appropriate within the vicinity. Staff recommends this finding.

4. That the proposed development would be compatible with existing and future developments within the land use district and general area;
The proposed 64 affordable housing units is a permitted use within the Residential Zoning District and meets the development standards of the zoning district. The City has determined that the proposed development is compatible with the existing and surrounding uses within this land use district, meeting all setback requirements, building height, lot coverage, and other development standards. The City has also evaluated the building materials, architectural style, and proposed landscaping and found them to be substantially in compliance. Staff recommends this finding.

5. That there are adequate provisions for water, sanitation, and public utilities and services to ensure that the proposed use is not detrimental to public health and safety; The project has been conditioned by City staff, the County Fire Department and by Mission Springs Water Districts to provide potable water, access to sewer line, adequate provisions for water, sanitation, and public utilities and services. Staff recommends this finding.

6. That there is adequate public access and roadway capacity to serve the subject proposal; The current project has been conditioned to ensure that adequate public access and roadway capacity exists to serve the proposed project site. The applicant will be required to make frontage improvements and other offsite improvements for the project. Camino Campanero has a signalized Item Number: 4.

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intersection at Palm Drive providing for the safe flow of traffic in and out of the development. Staff recommends this finding.

7. That there are no significant harmful effects upon environmental quality and natural resources; The proposed project, to develop 64 affordable housing units, does not introduce any hazardous materials or create any harmful effects to the environment or to the quality of natural resources.

The proposed housing units will be operated according to all rules and regulations required by the City and State. Therefore, the City has determined that the proposed project will not have or cause significant harmful effects on environmental quality and natural resources. Staff recommends this finding.

8. Any negative impacts of the proposed use can and shall be mitigated; The proposed development for 64 affordable housing units has been assessed as part of CEQA, an Addendum to the certified Environmental Impact Report has been completed. The proposed project will be required to adhere to the mitigation measures within all the studies and has been conditioned by the Fire, Engineering, and Planning Departments to comply with current standards.

The Building Department will review the plans upon submittal to plan check to ensure the projects is in compliance with the California Building Code. Staff recommends this finding.

9. That the proposed location, size, design, and operational characteristics of the planned use are not detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience, or welfare of the City.

The proposed development of 64 affordable housing units is a permitted use within the residential land use and has been reviewed by all departments for the proposed location, size, design, and operational characteristics and will not be a determent to the public interest, public health safety convenience or the welfare of the City. Staff recommends this finding.

Design Review Findings
The review authority may approve a Design Review, only if all of the following findings are made:

1. The design of the proposed project would provide a desirable environment for its occupants and visiting public as well as its neighbors through good aesthetic use of materials, textures, and colors that will retain a reasonably adequate level of maintenance; The design of the proposed project is embracing the mid-century design principals offering a contemporary living experience that would provide a desirable environment for the residents. The project makes good use of a variety of materials. The buildings design uses fenestration and articulation to break up the building mass and avoid blank walls. Staff recommends this finding.

2. The design and layout of the proposed project will not unreasonably interfere with the use and enjoyment of neighboring existing or future development, and will not result in vehicular and/or pedestrian hazards; and
The overall layout of the project will provide a shared space that offers opportunities for socializing, recreation and enjoyment within the development and will not unreasonably interfere with the use and enjoyment of neighboring and future development. The multi-family development has been designed to provide adequate vehicular access and pedestrian access as reviewed by the City. Staff recommends this finding.

Item Number: 4.

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3. The architectural design of the proposed project is compatible with the character of the surrounding neighborhood and will maintain the harmonious, orderly and attractive development contemplated by this Zoning Ordinance and the General Plan; Given the proximity to the library on Park Lane and its iconic modern design with mid-century elements as well as other recently approved projects within the area, staff has encouraged the use of mid-century elements in new development design within the area. The proposed development will be compatible with the character of the surrounding neighborhood. Any future development will be encouraged to provide a mid-century design to maintain the attractive development. Staff recommends this finding.

ATTACHMENTS:
1) Resolution
2) Ordinance
3) Draft Conditions of Approval
4) Architecture Plans
5) Conceptual Landscape Plan
6) Photometric Plan
7) Civil Plans
8) Civil Grading Plan
9) Concession Request
10) Environmental Impact Report Addendum
Item Number: 4.

RESOLUTION NO. ___________

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, 1) ADOPTING THE ADDENDUM TO THE EIR, PURSUANT TO CEQA GUIDELINES SECTION 15164(A), AND 2) AMENDING

THE GENERAL PLAN LAND USE MAP FROM RESIDENTIAL HIGH (R-H) TO RESIDENTIAL MEDIUM (R-M) (GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 25-1) FOR APN 656-050-006.

WHEREAS, the City is a charter City; and
WHEREAS, on January 6th, 2025, the applicant Mark Irving on behalf of Blieu Companies submitted an application to develop new 64 affordable multifamily units, which will consist of development on a 5-acre site that is currently vacant, and proposes to change the General Plan land use and zoning designation from Residential High (R-H) Density to Residential Medium (R-M) Density to accommodate the density (“Project”); and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”), Public Resources Code Sections 21000, et seq., and its implementing regulations, California Code of Regulations Section 15000, et seq., (“CEQA Guidelines”), the City, acting as Lead Agency, reviewed and certified a draft Addendum to the General Plan Environmental Impact Report (State Clearinghouse number 2019080101) prepared for the proposed General Plan Amendment and determined that, following the implementation of certain mitigated measures the impacts can be mitigated to less than significant; and WHEREAS, the City is now considering the Addendum to the General Plan Environmental Impact Report, pursuant to the CEQA Guidelines Section 15164, 15168, & 15162 for the Project; and
WHEREAS, on April 14, 2025, at an adjourned meeting, the Planning Commission recommended to the City Council to approve the proposed Project including the amendment to the General Plan Land Use Map Plan from Residential High (R-H) to Residential Medium (R-M) (General Plan Amendment No. 25-1) for APN 656-050-006; and
WHEREAS, this Resolution would amend the General Plan Land Use Map Plan from Residential High (R-H) to Residential Medium (R-M) (General Plan Amendment No. 25-1) for APN 656-050-006; and
WHEREAS, the Project will provide 64 affordable housing units that will assist the City in meeting its affordable housing goals described in the Housing Element and the Regional Housing Needs Assessment (RHNA); and WHEREAS, having reviewed and considered all testimony and materials made available to the City, including but not limited all environmental documents and reports, the staff reports, and all the testimony and evidence in the record of Item Number: 4.

2 the proceedings with respect to the proposed Resolution, the Planning Commission adopted this Resolution.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DESERT
HOT SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, DOES HEREBY RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:

Section 1. RECITALS
The above recitals are hereby incorporated herein.

Section 2. ADMINISTRATIVE RECORD
The City Council considered all the evidence submitted into the administrative record for the recommendations listed in this Resolution, including, but not limited to, the following:
(a) Desert Hot Springs Municipal Code and Desert Hot Springs General Plan;
(b) All environmental documents;
(c) Staff Report and all administrative materials that were presented at both the Planning Commission meeting and the City Council; (d) Testimony and/or comments from interested parties submitted to the City in both written and oral form at, or prior to, the public hearing conducted at the Planning Commission meeting;
(f) Public comments, both written and oral, received and/or submitted at, or prior to, the public hearing and all supporting and/or opposing this proposed Resolution.

Section 3. ENVIRONMENTAL FINDINGS.

Pursuant to the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the City Council determines the following findings plus the findings in the Addendum:

Pursuant to the CEQA, Public Resources Code Sections 21000, et seq., and its implementing regulations, California Code of Regulations Section 15000, et seq., the City, acting as Lead Agency, reviewed and certified an Addendum to the General Plan Environmental Impact Report (State Clearinghouse number 2019080101) for the approved project and determined that, following the implementation of certain mitigation measures, all impacts were reduced to less than significant levels. The City has reviewed the proposed reduced project, and has found that there are no substantial changes, impacts or changed conditions that warrant additional review under CEQA, pursuant to Section 15162(a) and 15164.

Item Number: 4.

3 The amendment would not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience, or welfare to change from Residential High (R-H) to Residential Medium (R-M) land use and zoning designation. This would allow for 64 affordable housing units which will have less of an impact to the surrounding neighborhood and would not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience, or welfare.

Section 4. FINDINGS FOR GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT
The City Council has considered all of the evidence submitted into the administrative record for the proposed Resolution and in accordance with Section

17.100.050 of the Desert Hot Springs Municipal Code, bases its recommendation on the following findings:

A. That the proposed amendment is internally consistent with the General Plan;
The project is currently within the Residential High (R-H) land use and zoning designation, which allows 20 to 30 dwelling units per acre per the General Plan and Zoning Code. The project proposes changing the General Plan and land use and zoning designation to Residential Medium (R-M), which would allow up to 20 dwelling units per acre. The proposed amendment is internally consistent with the General Plan since the use would allow for housing at a lower density.

B. That the proposed amendment would not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience, or welfare of the City; The project proposes to amend to the General Plan from
Residential High (R-H) to Residential Medium (R-M) land use and zoning designation. This would allow for 64 affordable housing units which is will have less of an impact to the surrounding neighborhood and would not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience, or welfare.

C. That the proposed amendment would maintain the appropriate balance of land uses within the City; and
The proposed amendment would maintain the appropriate balance of land uses within the City by allowing for the General Plan Amendment from Residential High to Residential Medium density by implementing the General Plan’s vision of housing on the project site.

D. That in the case of an amendment to the General Plan Land Use Map, the subject parcel(s) is physically suitable (including, but not limited to access, provision of utilities, compatibility with adjoining land uses, and absence of Item Number: 4.

4 physical constraints) for the requested land use designation(s) and the anticipated land use development(s).

The project site would be served by public water from an existing 12-inch water line along Camino Campanero. Electricity would be provided by Southern California Edison, and the site would be on public sewer provided by Mission Springs Water District. Therefore the 64 affordable housing units are physically suitable for the anticipated land use development.

Section 5. AMENDMENT OF GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT LAND

USE MAP
The City Council hereby adopts an amendment to the General Plan, as per the attached, which is incorporated herein as Exhibit “A”:

Section 6. CERTIFICATION
The City Clerk shall certify to the passage and adoption of this Resolution; shall enter the same in the book of original Resolutions of the City; and shall make a minute of passage and adoption thereof in the records of the proceedings.

Section 7. SEVERABILITY
That if any provision, section, paragraph, sentence or word of this Resolution be rendered or declared invalid by any final court action in a court of competent jurisdiction or by reason of any preemptive legislation, the remaining provisions, sections, paragraphs, sentences or words of this Resolution as hereby adopted shall remain in full force and effect.

Section 8. REPEAL OF CONFLICTING PROVISIONS
That all the provisions heretofore adopted by the Planning Commission that are in conflict with the provisions of this Resolution are hereby repealed.

Section9. EFFECTIVE DATE
That this Resolution shall take effect pursuant to State law.

Item Number: 4.

5 EXHIBIT A
Item Number: 4.

6 Item Number: 4.

7 PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Desert Hot Springs at a regular meeting duly held on ________, 2025, by the following vote:

AYES:

NAYS:

ABSENT:

ATTEST: APPROVED:

Jerryl Soriano, City Clerk Scott Matas, Mayor
APPROVED AS TO FORM:

Jennifer Mizrahi, City Attorney
Item Number: 4.

ORDINANCE NO. _____

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF

DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE
DESERT HOT SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE 17.04.060 TO

AMEND THE ZONING MAP FROM RESIDENTIAL HIGH (R-H) TO
RESIDENTIAL MEDIUM (R-M) FOR APN 656-050-006
WHEREAS, the City is a charter City; and
WHEREAS, the City of Desert Hot Springs (“City”) has a responsibility to plan and regulate the use of property within the City; and
WHEREAS, on January 6th, 2025, the applicant Mark Irving on behalf of Blieu Companies submitted an application to develop 64 affordable multi-family units, which will develop a 5-acre site that is currently vacant, and proposes to change the General Plan land use and zoning designation from Residential High (R-H) Density to Residential Medium (R-M) Density to accommodate the density (“Project”); and WHEREAS, pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”), Public Resources Code Sections 21000, et seq., and its implementing regulations, California Code of Regulations Section 15000, et seq., (“CEQA Guidelines”), the City, acting as Lead Agency, reviewed and certified a draft Addendum to the General Plan Environmental Impact Report (State Clearinghouse number 2019080101) prepared for the proposed General Plan Amendment and determined that, following the implementation of certain mitigated measures the impacts can be mitigated to less than significant; and
WHEREAS, for this Ordinance and the proposed Project, the City is now considering the Addendum to the General Plan Environmental Impact Report, pursuant to the CEQA Guidelines Section 15164, 15168, & 15162 for the Project; and WHEREAS, the Resolution adopting the amendment to the General Plan Land Use Map Plan from Residential High (R-H) to Residential Medium (R-M) (General Plan Amendment No. 25-1) for APN 656-050-006 establishes the findings for CEQA and are herein incorporated; and
WHEREAS, the proposed Project will provide 64 affordable housing units that will assist the City in meeting its affordable housing goals described in the Housing Element and the Regional Housing Needs Assessment (RHNA) of the Housing Element; and
WHEREAS, the proposed Project necessitates the adoption of this Ordinance; and
WHEREAS, on April 14, 2025, at an adjourned meeting, the Planning Commission recommended to the City Council to approve the proposed Project Item Number: 4.

including an Ordinance to amend the DHSMC Zoning Map from Residential High (R-H) to Residential Medium (R-M) for APN 656-050-006; and
WHEREAS, having reviewed and considered all testimony and materials made available to the City, including but not limited all environmental documents and reports, the staff reports, and all the testimony and evidence in the record of the proceedings with respect to the Ordinance; and
WHEREAS, the City Council finds this Ordinance is not detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience, or welfare of the City and is for the convenience and general welfare of the City; and
WHEREAS, this Ordinance is compatible with the general objectives of the General Plan and the proposed Project, in that the subject uses and standards conform goals, policies and standards of the General Plan; and WHEREAS, on May 6th, 2025 the City Council concluded the public hearing and considered this Ordinance.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DESERT HOT SPRINGS DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

Section 1. RECITALS.

The Recitals are true and correct and are hereby incorporated by this reference.

Section 2. EVIDENCE
That the City Council has considered all of the evidence submitted into the administrative record, which includes, but is not limited to, the following:
(a) The City’s Municipal Code and its General Plan, including updates; (b) The documents that consist of the Project;
(c) All of the environmental documents;
(d) Testimony and/or comments from all persons including the Applicant and its representatives submitted to the City in both written and oral form at, or prior to, the public hearing conducted at the Planning Commission and the City Council;
(e) Planning Commission’s recommendation; and
(f) Public comments, both written and oral, received and/or submitted at, or prior to the City Council’s consideration of this ordinance.

Item Number: 4.

Section 3. AMENDING THE ZONING MAP FROM “RESIDENTIAL HIGH (RH)” TO “RESIDENTIAL MEDIUM (R-M)” “ZONING MAP” “Zoning Map” shall be amended as follows:

Item Number: 4.

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ations Section 15000, et seq., the City, acting as Lead Agency, reviewed and certified an Addendum to the General Plan Environmental Impact Report (State Clearinghouse number 2019080101) for the approved project and determined that, following the implementation of certain mitigation measures, all impacts were reduced to less than significant levels. The City has reviewed the proposed reduced project, and has found that there are no substantial changes, impacts or changed conditions that warrant additional review under CEQA, pursuant to Section 15162(a) and 15164(a). (a) The Desert Hot Springs General Plan EIR analyzed impacts at a programmatic level, consistent with the level of detail in a general plan. The project would implement the General Plan’s vision of housing on the project site, although with fewer units than originally anticipated. Because the project is a later activity that implements the General Plan and involves site specific operations, a checklist document pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15168(c)(4) (“15168 Checklist” or “Checklist”) also is an appropriate CEQA compliance pathway. This document satisfies the requirements for both an Addendum and a 15168 Checklist. (b) There are no substantial changes from the proposed project or in the circumstances in which the proposed project will be undertaken that require major revisions of the Final EIR, or preparation of a new subsequent or supplemental EIR, due to the involvement of new significant environmental effects or a substantial increase in the severity of previously identified significant effects. As illustrated herein, the proposed project is consistent with the 2020 EIR and would involve only minor changes and is within the scope of the impacts disclosed in the 2020 EIR.
(c) The project is currently within the Residential High (R-H) land use and zoning designation, which allows 20 to 30 dwelling units per acre per the General Plan and Zoning Code. The project proposes changing the General Plan and land use and zoning designation to Residential Medium (R-M), which would allow up to 20 dwelling units per acre. The proposed amendment is internally consistent with the General Plan since the use would allow for housing in a lower density. (d) The project proposes to amend to the General Plan from Residential High (R-H) to Residential Medium (R-M) land use and zoning designation. This would allow for 64 affordable housing units which is will have less of an impact to the surrounding neighborhood and would not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience, or welfare.
(e) The proposed amendment would maintain the appropriate balance of land uses within the City by allowing for the General Plan Amendment from Residential High to Residential Medium density by implementing the General Plan’s vision of housing on the project site.
(f) The project site would be served by public water from an existing 12-inch water line along Camino Campanero. Electricity would be provided by Southern Item Number: 4.

California Edison, and the site would be on public sewer provided by Mission Springs Water District. Therefore the 64 affordable housing units are physically suitable for the anticipated land use development.
(g)The amendment would not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience, or welfare to change from Residential High (R-H) to Residential Medium (R-M) land use and zoning designation. This would allow for 64 affordable housing units which will have less of an impact to the surrounding neighborhood and would not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience, or welfare.

Section 5. GENERAL PLAN CONSISTENCY FINDINGS
The City Council finds the Zoning Map Amendment will be compatible with the general objectives of the General Plan, in that the subject uses would be conditionally permitted in residential land use districts, similar to other permitted and conditionally permitted uses, and in that the use will be subject to strict review and conditions.

Section 6. GENERAL FINDINGS
The City Council finds this Ordinance is not detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience, or welfare of the City.

Section 7. SEVERABILITY
That the City Council declares that, should any provision, section, paragraph, sentence or word of this ordinance be rendered or declared invalid by any final court action in a court of competent jurisdiction or by reason of any preemptive legislation, the remaining provisions, sections, paragraphs, sentences or words of this ordinance as hereby adopted shall remain in full force and effect.

Section 8. AMENDING OF BAIL SCHEDULE
That the City Attorney’s Office is hereby directed to determine whether this ordinance necessitates amendment of the City’s Bail Schedule and to cause such necessary amendments to be made and filed with the local branches of the Superior Court of the County of Riverside.

Section 9. EXECUTION AND CERTIFICATION
That the City Clerk is directed to do all things necessary to cause the execution of this ordinance immediately upon its adoption and shall thereafter certify to the passage of this ordinance and cause the same to be published according to law.

Section 10. EFFECTIVE DATE
Item Number: 4.

That this ordinance shall take effect thirty (30) days after its second reading by the City Council.
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Item Number: 4.

The foregoing Ordinance was approved and adopted at a meeting of the City Council held on ______________________, 2025, by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:

ATTEST:

Jerryl Soriano, City Clerk
Scott Matas, Mayor
APPROVED AS TO FORM:

Jennifer Mizrahi, City Attorney,
City Attorney
Item Number: 4.

DRAFT CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
MEETING DATE: May 6th, 2025
CASE NO: GPA 25-1, DR 25-1, DP 25-1, & ENV 25-3
PREPARED BY: Patricia Villagomez, Principal Planner
Planning Department Project Specific Conditions

1. This approval is for the development of 64 affordable housing units in four (4), 2- story buildings for APN: 656-050-006. The project also includes a single-story 3,986 sq. ft. community building, pool, tot lot, landscape, parking, and other off-site improvements.

2. The applicant/developer shall meet any requirements for covenants or deed restrictions for “Affordable Housing” as required by State Law and/or Federal Funding.

3. The applicant/developer shall obtain all necessary building permits.

4. Any proposed change in use or architecture will require a formal submittal to the City’s Planning Department. The submittal shall include all required materials/plans needed to evaluate the proposal.

Standard Administrative Conditions

5. The approval of DP 25-1 is subject to the two (2) year expiration provisions of the City's Zoning Ordinance, as provided in Section 17.92.070, and will expire on May 6 th, 2027.
‘’Commencement of construction shall have occurred within 2 years of Development Permit approval, or the permit shall become null and void. In addition, if after commencement of construction, work is discontinued for a period of 2 year, then the Development Permit shall become null and void. Projects may be built in phases if so pre-approved by the review authority. If a project is built in pre-approved phases, each subsequent phase shall have 2 year from the previous phase’s date of construction commencement to the next phase’s date of construction commencement to have occurred, or the Development Permit shall become null and void.”
Item Number: 4.

6. The applicant may request an extension of time for DP 25-1 per the City's Zoning Ordinance Section 17.92.070. Upon an application being filed an associated fees paid prior to expiration of the project the review authority may grant said time extension for good cause not to exceed twelve (12) months. The maximum number of extensions shall be limited to 3, for a total maximum term of 5 years.

7. Applicant/developer shall indemnify, protect, hold harmless and defend, with counsel selected by the City, the City and any agency or instrumentality thereof, an/or any of its officers, employees and agents from any and all claims, actions, or proceedings against the City to attack, set aside, void, annul, seek monetary damages resulting from an approval of the City, or any agency or instrumentality thereof, advisory agency, appeal board or legislative body including actions approved by the voter of the City, concerning the entitlement application. City shall promptly notify both the Applicant/developer and landowner of any claim, action, or proceeding to which this condition is applicable and shall further cooperate fully in the defense of the action. The City reserves its right to take any and all action the City deems to be in the best interest of the City and its citizens in regard to such defense.

8. All development on the Project Site shall be in compliance with all applicable provisions of the City’s Municipal Code as well as all applicable provisions of the adopted Building and Fire Codes. All new construction shall obtain a building permit and comply with the requirements of the Planning, Building, and Fire Departments.

9. No Certificate of Occupancy (C of O) shall be granted until all Conditions of Approval have been completed and approved by the Planning, Engineering, Building, and Fire Departments unless otherwise identified herein.

10. The development of the project on the project site shall be in substantial compliance with the exhibits contained in the project file for GPA 25-1, DR 25-1, DP 25-1, & ENV 25-3.

11. The final grading plan, if required shall be in substantial conformance with the designs set forth in the hydrology report and site drainage design.

12. Within fifteen (15) days of final approval, the Applicant/developer shall submit in writing, a statement indicating that he/she has read and agrees to the conditions imposed herein. This authorization shall become void, and any privilege, permit, or other authorization granted under these entitlements shall be deemed to have Item Number: 4.

elapsed if compliance with this condition has not been undertaken within the specific time limits.

13. A scanned copy of the signed Conditions of Approval shall be included in the Building Construction Plans submitted for plan check.

14. The applicant/developer shall pay all established service, permit, impact, public art, and other applicable fees required by the City.

Note: The Transportation Unified Mitigation Fee is collected by the City of Desert Hot Springs on behalf of the Coachella Valley Association of Governments. Questions on the calculation of this fee should be addressed to them at (760) 346-1127. The School District Fees are imposed by the Palm Springs Unified School District and questions should be addressed to them at (760) 416-6159.

Planning Standard Conditions

15. The applicant/developer shall maintain the project site, after the start of construction and until the project is completed, free of weeds, debris, trash or any other offensive, unhealthful and dangerous material. If after five (5) days’ notice by certified mail, the applicant/developer does not comply with the before mentioned criterion, the City may either cancel building or grading permits and/or enter the project site with City staff and remove all subject violations, bill the Applicant/developer and/or put a lien on the project site.

16. All new development shall comply with Mission Springs Water District’s Water Efficient Landscaping Guidelines. This policy requires outdoor water conservation practices within MSWD’s service area, specifically: (1) the creation of landscape plans featuring the use of California native desert friendly plants; and (2) the preparation of irrigation plans detailing water efficient irrigation technology systems (e.g., drip irrigation, evapotranspiration irrigation controllers, etc.) appropriate to an arid desert climate.

17. All mechanical equipment, either roof or ground mounted, shall be screened from public view. All such equipment shall be fully screened by the roof structure, a parapet wall, appropriate ground mounted walls, berming, or landscaping. All walls shall architecturally match the building.

Landscaping Standard Conditions

18. The applicant shall prepare a Final Landscape Construction and Irrigation Plan that is prepared by a licensed landscape architect subject to the following:

Item Number: 4.

a. Approval from the Planning Department
b. Approval from Mission Springs Water District
c. A plant landscape legend, including a specific symbol for each plant species used, size (i.e., caliper, gallon, box, or brown trunk height, and/or quantity) and whether it is deciduous or evergreen.
d. Provide the total percentage of evergreen trees of all trees not including palm trees as evergreen.
e. Clear indication where landscaping will be used to screen mechanical, electrical, and irrigation equipment.
f. A detail showing planter design adjacent to walkways and driveways that is designed to prevent soil and/or decomposed granite from flowing onto walkways and driveways. There shall be a minimum two-inch vertical separation between the pavement and the soil.
g. Plant and tree installation and staking details.
h. Details on how vines will be attached to the structural elements.

19. All redwood headers are specifically prohibited from use on the project site.

20. All irrigation lines shall be located below ground with no surface exposure.

Graffiti Standard Conditions

21. The applicant/developer shall always keep the Project Site clear of graffiti vandalism. The applicant/developer shall contact the City’s Graffiti Hot Line at 888-562-3822 within 24 hours of discovering graffiti vandalism.

22. The applicant/developer and/or successor(s) shall apply (and maintain) a protective coating or graffiti resistant materials acceptable to the City’s Public Works and/or Community Development Department, to provide for the effective and expeditious removal of graffiti on all exterior building elevations and/or project walls and/or replacement of defaced screening panels.

23. In the event there is a change in the name, address or telephone number of the responsible person(s), firm or company, the applicant/developer or successor shall notify the City within 24 hours, in writing, of the change and provide the City with the current contact information of responsible person(s), firm or company.

24. The applicant/developer and/or successor(s) in interest shall be responsible for the removal of any graffiti vandalism from the project site (exterior building surfaces and/or exterior walls/fences) within 24-hours after discovering the graffiti vandalism or receipt of notice from the City of the same. The Applicant/developer shall contact the City’s Graffiti Hot Line at 888-562-3822 within 24 hours of discovering the graffiti vandalism.

25. The applicant/developer and/or successor(s) in interest hereby agrees to allow Item Number: 4.

the City and/or its agents to enter the property for the purpose of removing or painting over graffiti vandalism, if the Applicant/developer and/or successor(s) in interest fail to remove the reported graffiti vandalism within the 24 hours of discovering the graffiti or receipt of notice from the City.

26. In the event that applicant/developer and/or successor(s) in interest, fail to remove the graffiti vandalism within 24 hours, requiring the City and/or its agents to enter the Project Site for the purpose of removing or painting over graffiti vandalism the Applicant/developer and/or successor(s) in interest shall release the City and/or its agents from any liability for property damage or personal injury and shall reimburse to the City all costs associated with the removal of the graffiti vandalism.

27. The applicant/developer and/or successor(s) in interest shall include the aforementioned authorizations to enter the Project Site for the purpose of removing or painting over graffiti vandalism as part of authorization agreement to the satisfaction of the Community Development Department and the approval of the City Attorney, as to form.

Building & Safety Standard Conditions

28. Project shall comply with the adopted California Building Standards Code (Title 24, California Code of Regulations) or current code at time of permit issuance and other adopted City Ordinances which include the following:
a. CA Building Code
b. CA Plumbing Code
c. CA Mechanical Code
d. CA Electrical Code
e. CA Fire Code
f. CA Green Building Standards Code
g. CA Energy Code

29. As applicable, automatic fire sprinkler systems shall be installed in all new construction as per Chapter 9 of the California Building code and per City Ordinance. Design and type of system shall be based upon the requirements of the California Building Code, the California Fire Code and the requirements of the Fire Department.

30. The requirements of the Department of Environmental Health Services and the Air Quality Management District shall be satisfied prior to the issuance of any permit if hazardous materials are stored and/or used.

Item Number: 4.

31. Any temporary building, trailer, commercial coach, etc. installed and/or used in connection with a construction project shall obtain a Temporary Use Permit and comply with the City of Desert Hot Springs requirements.

32. All perimeter/boundary walls shall be designed and constructed so that the outer/exterior face of the wall is as close as possible to the property line. In any case, the outer/exterior face of the wall shall be within two (2) inches of the property line. Distances greater than two (2) inches may be approved prior for construction by the Building Official on a case-by-case basis for extenuating circumstances.

33. All property lines, easement lines, etc. shall be located and/or relocated in such a manner as to not cause any existing structure to become non-conforming with the requirements of the latest adopted edition of the Building Code, or any other applicable law, ordinance, or code.

34. Prior to the removal and/or demolition of structures the applicant shall obtain permits from the Building Department.

35. All exterior lighting shall be orientated, directed, and/or shielded as much as possible so that illumination does not infringe onto adjoining properties.

36. Prior to any building inspection, the following information shall be submitted to the Building Department:
a. A Pad Certification from the civil engineer of record that certifies the pad elevation is consistent with the approved grading plan; b. A Form Certification from the civil engineer of record that certifies the building concrete forms have been placed to conform with the required setbacks as per the approved site/grading plan; and
c. A compaction report from a geotechnical testing firm that certifies the site has been compacted to comply with the approved soils/geotechnical report.

37. If hazardous substances are used and/or stored, a technical opinion and report, identifying and developing methods of protection from the hazards presented by the hazardous materials may be required. This report shall be prepared by a qualified person, firm, or corporation and submitted to the Building Department.

This report shall also explain the proposed facility's intended methods of operation and list all of the proposed materials, their quantities, classifications, and the effects of any chemical (material) inter-mixing in the event of an accident or spill.

Item Number: 4.

Engineering Department Conditions
General Requirements

38.The applicant/developer shall annex to Community Facilities District No. 2010-1 for the maintenance of:
a) Landscape/hardscape
b) Streetlights
c) Drainage Basins/Storm Drain Facilities
d) Prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy

39.The applicant/developer shall pay five thousand dollars ($5,000) for the City’s consultant to annex the Community Facilities District No. 2010-1 and the City fee for processing the request, prior to the issuance of an occupancy permit.

40. The applicant/developer shall pay five thousand dollars ($5,000) cost for the City’s consultant to annex to PTAX2 and the City fee for processing the request, prior to the issuance of an occupancy permit.

41.The applicant/developer shall submit the following items for approval from the Engineering Department:
a) Garding Plans with the street plans for each lot and/or building footprints b) Storm Drain/Drainage Plans
c) Street Improvements Plans
d) Street Signage and Stripping Plans
e) Street Lighting Plans
f) Geotechnical Report
g) Hydrology Report
h) Water Quality Management Plan
i) Composite Utility Plans
j) Sewer and Water Plans – Submit to Mission Springs Water District

42.Any required water and sewer facilities must be constructed and paid for by the applicant/developer per the standards of the Mission Springs Water District (MSWD) and will require inspection by MSWD.

43.A soil compaction report shall be prepared and submitted to the City Building Department for approval prior to issuance of any building permit.

44.There shall be no encroachment into public rights of way for construction trailers, equipment, trash bins, portable toilets, or materials; all of which shall be kept onsite. Construction access to the site shall be by an approved driveway, entry, or curb cut; no asphalt ramps or curb jumping is permitted.

45.At no time shall any adjacent streets for the project be allowed to be used for Item Number: 4.

construction staging, storage or other such construction related activities. Access by heavy equipment shall be limited to the minimum number of trips essential to completing the construction. Any damage to the existing public roadways, sidewalks or other infrastructure shall be repaired or replaced by the Applicant’s contractor at his own expense, as directed by the City Engineer.

46.The applicant/developer shall submit an owner-and contractor-signed PM10 Dust Control Implementation Plan in accordance with the standards and codes of the City and the South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD). Plans shall be submitted for review and approval by the Public Works Department prior to the issuance of any grading and/or applicable building permits. Any site that is greater than 10 acres shall concurrently process a PM10 Dust Control Implementation Plan with the SCAQMD. For further information contact SCAQMD at:

South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD)
21865 Copley Drive
Diamond Bar, CA 91765
(800) CUT-SMOG (288-7664)
www.aqmd.gov

47. The Applicant/developer shall comply with the National Pollution Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) requirements per the California Regional Water Quality Control Board (RWQCB) regulations. The Applicant/developer shall submit a Project Specific Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) to comply with the California General Permit for Stormwater Discharges Associated with the Construction Activity, prior to the issuance of a grading permit. For projects larger than 1 acre, the applicant/developer shall obtain all required permits from the California Regional Water Quality Control Board (RWQCB) and submit a copy of the Notice of Intent (NOI) and the Waste Discharge Identification Number (WDID#) to the City's Public Works Department prior to the issuance of the any grading permit.

For further information contact the RWQCB at:

California Regional Water Quality Control Board
(RWQCB),
Colorado River Basin Region,
73-720 Fred Waring Drive #100
Palm Desert, CA 92260
(760) 346-7491
www.waterboards.ca.gov/colorariver

48.The applicant/developer shall comply with section 8.08 Recycling and Diversion of Waste from Construction and Demolition of the Municipal Code and file a Plan with the City’s Building Department prior to the start of any construction.

49.The design of the on-site grading, street improvements and the storm drainage Item Number: 4.

improvements shall be coordinated with all adjacent projects to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.

50.All overhead utilities less than 92kv, located within the project boundaries, bordering the project and/or fronting the project shall be undergrounded.

51.If not all the public improvements are completed before the applicant/developer applies for a Certificate of Occupancy, the applicant/developer may submit an engineer’s estimate with approved improvement plans and shall file an improvement agreement with security to guarantee completion of public improvements as follows:
a. A faithful performance security in an amount deemed sufficient by the City Engineer to cover up to 100% of the total estimated cost of all required improvements, including bonding requirements for grading as outlined in the Municipal Code.
b. A labor and material security to cover up to 50% of the total estimated cost of all required improvements.
c. A monumentation security in an amount stipulated by the City Engineer to cover the cost of placing lot corners and other related monuments. d. If the required project improvements are financed and installed pursuant to special assessment proceedings, upon the furnishing by the contractor of the faithful performance and labor and material security required by the special assessment act being used, the City may reduce the improvement security of the Applicant/Developer by an amount corresponding to the amount of the security furnished by the contractor.
e. Notwithstanding the above, the Applicant/Developer may satisfy the requirement for security of certain improvements by providing proof that same has been posted with another public agency subject to the approval of the City Engineer.

52.Security may be one of the following types subject to the approval of the City Engineer and City Attorney as to form:
a. Bonds - All bonds shall be executed by a surety company authorized to transact business as a surety, and have an agent for service in California, together with an acceptable policy holder's rating. The bond(s) shall contain the nearest street address of the institution providing the bond(s). b. Cash Deposits - In lieu of the faithful performance and labor and material bonds, the developer may submit cash deposits or negotiable bonds of a kind approved for securing deposits of public monies under the conditions hereinafter described.

Item Number: 4.

c. Disbursements from cash deposits shall be made in compliance with a separate agreement between the developer and the City. A bookkeeping fee of 1% of the total amount deposited with the City for each cash deposit shall be submitted with each security. Disbursements from a cash deposit in any instance shall not be permitted unless and until authorized in writing by the City Engineer.

53. All improvement agreements shall be approved by the City Attorney and City Council. Security for the agreement shall be approved by the City Attorney and Finance Director.

54. An Assessment District, Homeowners Association (HOA), or other responsible entity shall be established to assure the perpetual maintenance of all on-site flood control facilities, streets, walls, bridges, and structures as well as common landscape and retention areas prior to the issuance of Certificates of Occupancy.

55. The developer shall obtain written permission from the adjacent property owners allowing the proposed grading and/or construction of any temporary facilities within the abutting property prior to the issuance of permits. The maintenance mechanism for those improvements shall be identified. If prior to grading permits or written permission cannot be obtained, the grading shall be modified such that no off-site grading occurs.

On-Site Street Improvements

56.The on-site driveways and parking areas shall be improved with asphalt or concrete paving, permeable pavers, curbs, gutters, and appurtenances as shown generally on the approved site plan. The thickness of pavement shall be determined by the applicant’s engineer based upon “R” value tests taken of the soils and appropriate traffic indices to be determined by the applicant’s engineer, all subject to approval by the City Engineer.

57.All on-site paving, curbs and gutters, sidewalks, ramps and other site work shall be constructed to City standards, subject to the improvement plans approved by the City Engineer.

58.The applicant/developer is required to construct all transition and missing links between existing and proposed improvements.

59.The proposed driveways shall be a radius driveway per City of Desert Hot Springs Standard No. 207.

60.The applicant/developer shall ensure that all existing improvements within the street right-of-way are not damaged during construction. Any improvements within the Item Number: 4.

public right-of-way shall be replaced or repaired if deemed unacceptable due to damage during construction by the City Engineer.

Off-Site Street Improvements

61.All street improvements shall include construction of asphalt concrete pavement over base material, curb/gutter, sidewalk, streetlights, catch basins, storm drains, and fully landscaped and irrigated perimeter along the property frontages at the cost of the applicant.

62.Improvements shall include removal and construction of existing street improvements that are severely damaged and/or not in compliance with City Standards.

63.All sidewalks, ramps, and landings shall be compliant with the Americans with Disability Act.

64.Proposed street striping shall be per Caltrans Standards approved by the City Engineer.

65.The minimum grade on all proposed streets shall be 0.50% unless approved in advance, in writing, by the City Engineer.

66.The applicant/developer shall construct half-street improvements (from the centerline to the proposed northerly right-of-way) on Camino Campanero along the project frontage, including asphalt concrete pavement over base material, curb/gutter, sidewalk, streetlights, catch basins, storm drains, and fully landscaped and irrigated perimeter along the property frontage at the cost of the applicant. A minimum 40-foot road section shall be constructed for Camino Campanero, to allow two-way traffic.

67.The applicant/developer shall dedicate the following right of way for road and utility purposes:
a. Camino Campanero - “Secondary II” roadway with a 90-foot right-of-way, shall dedicate 40 feet of right-of-way along the frontage
Drainage

68.The applicant/developer shall submit a project specific Hydrology Report, using Riverside County Flood Control and Water Conservation District’s Hydrology Manual for City review and approval, analyzing the 10-year and 100-year storm events and hydraulic analyses for the proposed drainage systems.

69.No nuisance water shall escape the site onto public streets.

Item Number: 4.

70.All tributary offsite runoff from adjacent properties that has historically been directed onto the proposed project must be intercepted and discharged in a manner that perpetuates existing flow patterns, with the exception of historical retention that occurred on-site.

71.The applicant/developer shall provide on-site storm water retention basin(s) or system(s) designed to the satisfaction of the City Engineer. Each retention basin shall include a sufficient number of underground vertical drywells designed to eliminate standing water in the basin. The retention basin shall be sized to mitigate the post-development storm water flow rate within the limits of the project to predevelopment levels based on a 100-year storm event of 24-hour duration and shall completely drain/percolate any storm event within 72 hours. The retention basin shall be designed with a maximum depth of 5 feet and maximum side slopes of 3:1 and shall not be used for purposes other than for the collection of storm water, nuisance water and well blow-off water. Alternate methods may be provided with the approval of the City Engineer.
a) Any other facilities required in the drainage/hydrology study shall be designed and installed as detailed in Section 15.68, Flood Plain Management, and Section 15.72 Floodplain Construction of the Desert Hot Springs Municipal Code.
b) All retention basins/systems shall be located on site; off-site retention basins/systems are specifically prohibited.
c) Retention Basin Vehicular Access - Vehicular access shall be provided for maintenance of the retention basins to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.

The City Engineer shall determine the need and/or design of such access.

The grading of a “road” to the bottom shall comply with health and safety standards and shall meet the requisite design requirements including geometries and capacity of the basin(s). Maintenance of retention basins and drainage system shall be the responsibility of the Applicant/property owner/operator. Retention basins with side slopes equal to or greater than 4:1 and equal to or less than 5 feet in depth will not require an access road to the bottom of the basin.

72.The applicant/developer shall prepare and submit a Project Specific Final Water Quality Management Plan pursuant to the Whitewater River Region Water Quality Management Plan for Urban Runoff.

73.If the site is located in a Federal Emergency Management Act (FEMA) Flood Zone, structures on the property shall be protected from flood hazard. A (FEMA) Elevation Certificate shall be provided to the Building Department prior to issuance of a grading permit and shall be resubmitted “as constructed" prior to final grading signoff.

74.Prior to construction of any phase, the storm water plans, and erosion control plans shall be reviewed and approved by the City Engineer. The developer shall provide Item Number: 4.

proof of review and approval by the Riverside County Flood Control District to the City Engineer and/or his designee prior to any work being done for storm drains and flood control systems to be maintained in the future by the Riverside County Flood Control District.

Police Department Standard Conditions

75. The applicant/developer shall comply with all applicable federal, state and City laws and regulations.

76. The applicant/developer shall incorporate all aspects of Crime Prevention through Environmental Design for visual surveillance, access control and territorial reinforcement.

77. Secluded or hidden interior corridors are strongly discouraged by the Police Department. For uses utilizing said corridors, mitigation measures shall be required and may include increased lighting, security surveillance cameras, controlled access, on-site security guards or other mitigating measures deemed appropriate by the Police Department.

Fire Department Conditions

78.Provide or show there exists a water system capable of delivering a fire flow of 1,750 gallons per minute for a 2-hour duration at 20 psi residual operating pressure, which must be available before any combustible material is placed on the construction site.

Fire flow is based on Type V-B construction protected with an automatic fire sprinkler system. Due to building construction type and fire sprinkler credits, fire flow requirements may be revised as determined by future building plans. California Fire Code (CFC) 507.3

79.Fire flow availability verification shall be obtained from the local water authority in the proximity of the above noted project. Verification shall be provided to the Riverside County Fire Department Office of the Fire Marshal prior to building permit issuance.

CFC 507.3

80.Fire hydrant(s) location and spacing shall comply with CFC 507.5 and Table C102.1.

Fire hydrant(s) shall be located not to exceed their allotted distances apart in any direction as measured by an approved route around the building including their maximum distance from any point on a street or road frontage. Fire hydrants shall provide the required fire flow. Distance requirements for the fire hydrants may change when updated fire flow is calculated. CFC 507.1

81.Prior to building plan approval and construction; applicant/developer shall furnish required copies of the water system fire hydrant plans to Riverside County Fire Department Office of the Fire Marshal for review. Plans shall be signed by a registered civil engineer, and shall confirm hydrant type, location, spacing and Item Number: 4.

minimum fire flow CFC 507.1. An approved water supply for fire protection during construction shall be made available prior to the arrival of combustible materials on site. CFC 3312

82.All proposed traffic calming elements for this development shall be submitted to the Fire Department for review and approval. Roadway design features (speed bumps, speed humps, speed control dips, cushions etc.), which may interfere with emergency apparatus responses, shall not be installed on fire access roadways, unless they meet design criteria approved by Riverside County Fire Department Office of the Fire Marshal. CFC 503.4.1

83.The applicant or developer shall prepare and submit to the Fire Department for approval, a precise grading plan. Access lanes will not have an up, or downgrade of more than 12%. Access will not be less than twenty-four feet (24’) in width and will have an unobstructed vertical clearance not less than 13’6”. Access lanes shall be designed to withstand the weight of 60,000 pounds over two axles and 75,000 pounds over three axles. Access will have a turning radius capable of accommodating fire apparatus. Access lane shall be constructed with a surface to provide all weather driving capabilities. Streets shall be constructed in accordance with the City of Desert Hot Springs Engineering Street Standards. CFC 503.2

84.Driveway loops, fire apparatus access lanes and entrance curb radius should be designed to adequately allow access of emergency fire vehicles. The applicant or developer shall prepare and submit to the Fire Department for approval; a site plan designating required fire lanes with appropriate lane printing and/or signs. Required identification standard/guidelines handout shall be obtained from Riverside County Fire Department Office of the Fire Marshal. CFC 503

85.Dead-end fire apparatus access roads in excess of 150 feet in length shall be provided with an approved area for turning around the fire apparatus constructed with turnarounds and or hammerheads. Fire apparatus shall be capable of maneuvering through the site with a minimum inside radius of 14’-0” and outside of 38’-0” throughout. CFC 503.2.5

86.More than one fire apparatus access road may be required based on the potential for impairment of a single road by vehicle congestion, condition of terrain, climatic conditions or other factors that could limit access. CFC 503.1.2

87.Knox Gate Access (Automatic): Electric gate operators shall be provided with Knox key switches. Electric gate operators shall also be connected to a remote signal receiver compatible for use with the preemption devices on the Riverside County Fire Department apparatus. The gate shall automatically open upon receiving a remote signal from the fire apparatus and remain in the fully open position for a minimum of 30 seconds. CFC 506.1
Item Number: 4.

88.Knox Gate Access (Manuel): Manual gates shall have a means of emergency operation and are required to be equipped with an approved Knox Padlock or Knox Box. CFC 506.1

89.Knox Box (Buildings): Buildings shall be provided with a Knox Box installed next to the approved Fire Department access door to the building. If the building is protected with an alarm system, the lock box shall be required to have tampered monitoring. Tenant suite key(s) or building master shall be provided and placed in the building’s emergency access key lock box with identification key tag. CFC 506.1

90.All new commercial structures 3,600 square feet or larger and all Group R occupancies shall be protected with a fire sprinkler system. Based on information provided for the building, an approved commercial fire sprinkler system designed by a current licensed C-16 contractor in accordance with NFPA 13 is required. Plans must be submitted with current fee to Riverside County Fire Department Office of the Fire Marshal for review and approval prior to installation. CFC 903.2 as amended by the City of Desert Hot Springs Municipal Code

91.The applicant/developer shall be responsible to install a U. L. Central Station Monitored Fire Alarm System, per NFPA 72. Monitoring system shall monitor the fire sprinkler system(s) water flow, post indicator valves and all control valves. Plans must be submitted with current permit fee to Riverside County Fire Department Office of the Fire Marshal for review and approval prior to installation. Additional fire alarm systems may be required but will be determined when additional information is provided at construction plan review. CFC 903.4

92.Display street numbers in a prominent location on the address side and rear access if applicable. Building address numbers shall be a minimum of 12” for building(s) up to 25’ in height and 24” in height for building(s) exceeding 25’ in height. In complexes with alpha designations, letter size must match numbers. All addressing must be legible, of a contrasting color, and adequately illuminated to be visible from street at all hours. Address numbers shall be a durable type of material to withstand all weather harming conditions. Reference CFC Section 505.1 as amended by the City of Desert Hot Springs Municipal Code and the County of Riverside Premises Identification Standard.

93.Multi-Unit Buildings - Suite/apartment 6” numbers/ letters shall be placed on or adjacent to the primary entrance for each suite/apartment and any other door providing access to fire department personnel during an emergency. Multiple residential and commercial units having entrance doors not visible from the street or road shall, in addition, have approved numbers grouped for all units within each structure and positioned to be plainly visible from the street or road.

94.Multi-Unit Clusters - Approved numbers or addresses shall be placed on the front elevation(s) of all buildings that form the cluster. If all building addresses are not Item Number: 4.

clearly visible or legible from the public road serving the structures, an address monument shall also be provided at the entry point(s) to the site indicating the range of addresses accessible from that entrance.

95.Install a portable fire extinguisher, with a minimum rating 2A:10BC, for every 75 feet of travel distance. Fire extinguishers shall be mounted no higher than 5 feet above finished floor, as measured to the top of the extinguisher. Where not readily visible, signs shall be posted above all extinguishers to indicate their locations.

Extinguishers must have current CSFM service tags affixed; or within one year from the date of month and year of manufacture. Fire extinguishers shall be secured in an approved fire extinguisher cabinet. CFC 906.1, CFC 906.3, CFC 906.8

96.During the construction of this project, the site address shall be clearly posted at the job site entrance. This will enable incoming emergency equipment and the inspectors to locate the job site from the assigned street location. Numbers shall be a minimum of 12 inches in height. CFC 505.1

97.Phased Construction Access: If construction is phased, each phase shall provide approved access for fire protection prior to any construction. CFC 503.1

98.Fire safety during construction shall be in accordance with Chapter 33 of the CFC.

An approved vehicle access, either permanent or temporary, shall be provided during construction. CFC 3310.1

99.Conditions subject to change with adoption of new codes, ordinances, or when buildings permits are not obtained within twelve (12) months. All final fire department conditions will be addressed when detailed site and building plans are submitted and reviewed. Compliance with California Fire and Building Codes shall be required.
100. Nothing in Riverside County Fire Department Office of the Fire Marshal’s review shall be construed as encompassing structural integrity. Review of this plan does not authorize or approve any omission or deviation from all applicable regulations. All questions regarding the meaning of these code requirements should be referred to Riverside County Fire Department Office of the Fire Marshal at 760-329-6411.

Mission Springs Water District Conditions
Water Service
Water service is currently available for the project subject to the following conditions of service:
101. The developer shall comply with all District rules, laws, ordinances, guidelines, and regulations at the time water service application is submitted.

Item Number: 4.

102. The developer shall comply with all District standards, specifications and conditions, final approval of all design plans shall be by the District Engineer or his/her designee, and the District’s General Manager.
103. The point of connection for domestic, fire, and irrigation services shall be the existing 12” water main located on Camino Campanero. Developer comment: Are separate domestic and fire water mains required for the site coming off the existing 12” water main on Camino Campanero? MSWD Response: Yes, separate connections for domestic, irrigation, and fire (DCDA(s)) are required. 104. The installation of backflow prevention assemblies is required for all non-residential domestic, fire, and irrigation service connections.
105. The District shall require that water services, public or private, be looped to provide for system maintenance without complete shutdown periods. 106. MSWD will not maintain water systems within on-site driveways, parking areas and private streets proposed within the development. Developer comment: MSWD will not maintain water systems within the site’s private streets even if we provide an easement and dedicate the lines to be public? Does this mean that the water system must be private if it is within private streets? MSWD response: MSWD's position is that we will not own, operate, or maintain public water systems located within private streets, even if a dedicated water and sewer easement is provided and the lines are designated as public. As a result, the water system must remain private if it is within private streets, since MSWD does not extend its maintenance responsibilities to infrastructure on private property or streets. 107. In accordance with Riverside County Fire Department Standards, private fire line services may be necessary. If required, ensure that the installation of a double check detector assembly (DCDA) complies with MSWD Standards. The DCDA shall be sized to limit the maximum velocity in the MSWD water system to 7.5 fps.

Developer comment: Is a DCDA required at each building? MSWD response:

Whether a DCDA is required at each building would be at the discretion of the Fire Marshal. The Fire Marshal would determine the necessity based on local fire codes, building requirements, and the specific needs of the site. It's best to consult with the Fire Marshal to confirm the exact requirements for your project. However, the fire system loop, including the building risers and fire hydrants (FHs), will be served by a DCDA(s) as MSWD will not own, operate, or maintain public water systems located within private streets, even if a dedicated water and sewer easement is provided and the lines are designated as public. 108. The developer is required to submit onsite fire plans approved by the Riverside County Fire Department, including verified sizing for the fire risers of each building. 109. The developer must submit hydraulic calculations to the District indicating the availability of the required fire flows as determined by the Riverside County Fire Item Number: 4.

Department. These calculations shall be based on current fire hydrant flow tests which can be ordered through the MSWD Engineering Department. 110. The developer shall furnish a fire flow letter from the fire marshal indicating the fire flow requirements and fire hydrant spacing for the development. 111. MSWD requires all District facilities to be constructed within the public right-of-way or recorded and dedicated easements. Easements for both water and sewer shall be a minimum of 31 feet in width and shall allow paved access to all District facilities. Developer comment: Onsite drives are only 24 feet in width. If facilities within the private drives are to be dedicated with easements, could they only be 24 feet? MSWD response: MSWD requires all District facilities to be constructed within the public right-of-way. Easements for both water and sewer shall be a minimum of 31 feet in width and shall allow paved access to all District facilities (as required by Section 2.16 of MSWD Developer/Contractor Handbook and Guidelines for Design and Construction of Water and Sewer Facilities). Also refer to No. 7 above.
112. The developer is required to apply for water service and submit payment of District fees, charges, and deposits. The water meter and connection fees will be based on the actual meter sizes and quantities shown on the approved plans. All fees are subject to change based on the time of application for services from the District.

Sewer Service
Sewer service is currently available in the intersection of Camino Campanero and Via Quedo for the project subject to the following conditions of service:
113. The developer shall comply with all District rules, laws, ordinances, guidelines, and regulations at the time the sewer service application is submitted. 114. The connection point for this project will be the existing 8” gravity sewer main at the intersection of Camino Campanero and Via Quedo. This will involve the design and construction of approximately 1,333 feet of new sewer main, extending from the sewer manhole stub-out at the intersection of Camino Campanero and Via Quedo to the westerly project boundary. Developer comment: We are proposing to connect to the existing 8” sewer on Avenida Descanso, the closest connection point for our project to tap into the existing MSWD system that runs north to south.

What is the purpose of connecting to existing sewer approximately 600 linear feet beyond Avenida Descanso to Via Quedo? There are no other potential connections to this new sewer line along these 600 linear feet and therefore it seems unnecessary. Further, as you are likely aware, this is an affordable housing development, and we estimate this condition will cost an additional $640,000. MSWD response: MSWD will allow the developer to connect at Avenida Descanso.

Item Number: 4.

115. The developer shall be required to provide easements for any facilities located outside of dedicated public roads.
116. All facilities shall be dedicated to MSWD to own, operate, and maintain once accepted as complete by MSWD. Developer comment: Are laterals to each building also part of the facilities to be dedicated to MSWD, and as such an easement over them will be required? MSWD response: MSWD's position is that we will not own, operate, or maintain public sewer systems located within private streets, even if a dedicated water and sewer easement is provided and the lines are designated as public. As a result, the sewer system must remain private if it is within private streets, since MSWD does not extend its maintenance responsibilities to infrastructure on private property or streets. 117. MSWD will not maintain sewer systems within the private streets proposed within the project. Developer comment: MSWD will not maintain the sewer system within the site’s private streets even if we provide an easement and dedicate the lines to be public? Does this mean that the sewer system must be private if it is within private streets? MSWD response: MSWD's position is that we will not own, operate, or maintain public sewer systems located within private streets, even if a dedicated water and sewer easement is provided and the lines are designated as public. As a result, the sewer system must remain private if it is within private streets, since MSWD does not extend its maintenance responsibilities to infrastructure on private property or streets.
118. Sewer laterals shall not be allowed under concrete driveways without specific MSWD approval for any case. Developer comment: This only applies to singlefamily residential, correct? Sewer laterals under parking stalls are fine? MSWD response: This is at the developer's discretion, as MSWD requires the sewer to remain private due to its location within private streets. 119. MSWD requires submittal of approved plumbing plans showing all connections to the public sewer system.
120. The developer/property owner shall complete an application for sewer service with payment of all applicable fees, charges, and deposits at the time of application (i.e., multi-family, residential, commercial sewer connection fees per current MSWD fee schedules).
121. The developer will be required to bond all infrastructure with MSWD for 100% payment and performance bonds. Said bonds shall be replaced by a warranty bond of 10% of the bond amount upon final acceptance of improvements by MSWD. Said warranty bond shall remain in effect for 12 months from the date of acceptance of from the date of completion of any required warranty repairs. 122. The developer shall apply for a Fats Oils and Grease permit with MSWD and pay all associated fees.

Item Number: 4.

123. MSWD requires that a lint interceptor for the project in accordance with MSWD standards.

Landscape
As applicable per City requirements if changes are proposed:

All new and rehabilitated residential and commercial development shall comply with the Mission Springs Water District’s Water Efficient Landscaping Guidelines (guidelines are available at www.mswd.org). This policy requires outdoor water conservation practices within the MSWD service area, specifically: (1) the creation of landscape plans featuring the use of California native desert friendly plants; and (2) the preparation of irrigation plans detailing water efficient irrigation technology systems (e.g., drip irrigation, evapotranspiration irrigation controllers, etc.) appropriate to an arid desert climate. For additional details regarding plan check and inspection fees, please contact the Engineering Department via email at [email protected] or (760) 329-6448 ext. 127.

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Blieu Companies 2000 E. Fourth Street, Suite 205 Santa Ana, CA 92705 CROSSINGS ON CAMINO CAMPANERO DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA # 2023-0386 Architecture + Planning 888.456.5849 ktgy.com CONCEPTUAL DESIGN MARCH 12, 2025 A0.0 COVER SHEET Sheet Index ARCHITECTURE: A0.0 Cover Sheet A0.1 Site Photos A0.2 Fire Exhibit A0.3 Open Space Exhibit A1.0 Site Plan A2.1 Building Elevations - Building A A2.2 Building Elevations - Leasing and Amenity Building A3.1 Building Plans - Building A A3.2 Exiting Plans - Building A A3.3 Building Plans - Leasing and Amenity Building A3.4 Exiting Plans - Leasing and Amenity Building A4.0 Building Sections A5.0 Unit Plans A6.1 Renderings A6.2 Renderings A6.3 Renderings A6.4 Renderings A6.5 Renderings A6.6 Renderings A6.7 Renderings A6.8 Renderings A6.9 Renderings A7.0 Trash Enclosure Exhibit A7.1 Material Board CIVIL: 1 Conceptual Grading Plan 2 Conceptual Grading Plan - Site Sections 3 Conceptual Utility Plan LANDSCAPE: L101 Construction Plan L102 Wall and Fence Exhibit L201 Planting Plan ELECTRICAL: EP.1 Photometric Site Plan Vicinity Map Project Team: Owner/ Developer Blieu Companies 2000 E. Fourth Street, Suite 205 Santa Ana, CA 92705 Contact: Mark Bigley Architecture KTGY Group, Inc. 17911 Von Karman Ave, Ste 200 Irvine, CA 92614 Contact: Keith Labus Civil Rick Engineering 1770 Iowa Avenue, Suite 100 Riverside, CA 92507 Contact: Juan Angeles Landscape Rick Engineering 1770 Iowa Avenue, Suite 100 Riverside, CA 92507 Contact: Stephanie Cruz CAMINO CAPINERO Project Location

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VIA VISTA JOSHUA CT ROADRUNNER ANTELOPE

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WHITEWATER
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+/- 40' Blieu Companies 2000 E. Fourth Street, Suite 205 Santa Ana, CA 92705 CROSSINGS ON CAMINO CAMPANERO DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA # 2023-0386 Architecture + Planning 888.456.5849 ktgy.com CONCEPTUAL DESIGN MARCH 12, 2025 NTS A0-1 SITE PHOTOS 1 2 1 2 3 3 4 5 6 6 5 4 Key Map N.T.S Camino Campanero 8 8 7 79 9 Item Number: 4.

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24'-0" 24'-0" Blieu Companies 2000 E. Fourth Street, Suite 205 Santa Ana, CA 92705 CROSSINGS ON CAMINO CAMPANERO DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA # 2023-0386 Architecture + Planning 888.456.5849 ktgy.com CONCEPTUAL DESIGN MARCH 12, 2025 0 15 30 60 A0-2 FIRE EXHIBIT SITE PLAN CAMINO CAPANERO Single Story Leasing/ Amenity 2-Story Building Project Entry 2-Story Building R.O.W. Designation TOT LOT POOL ATHLETIC FIELDS 2-Story Building USPS LEGEND 150' MAX HOSEPULL (OR LESS) N.T.S Item Number: 4.

40'-0"
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24'-0" 24'-0" 15'-0"
10'-2" 20'-0" 15'-0" 24'-0" 24'-0"
17'-0" 9'-0" NO PARKING
18'-0" 9'-0" 5'-0"
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2'-0" Blieu Companies 2000 E. Fourth Street, Suite 205 Santa Ana, CA 92705 CROSSINGS ON CAMINO CAMPANERO DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA # 2023-0386 Architecture + Planning 888.456.5849 ktgy.com CONCEPTUAL DESIGN MARCH 12, 2025 0 15 30 60 A1-0 PROPOSED SITE PLAN ARCHITECTURAL SITE PLAN CAMINO CAPANERO Single Story Leasing/ Amenity 2-Story Building Project Entry Trash Enclosure 2-Story Building R.O.W. Designation TOT LOT POOL ATHLETIC FIELDS 2-Story Building USPS Project Data: Area Information Site Area ± 4.35 AC Total Dwelling Units ± 64 DU Total Density ± 14.71 DU/AC Existing Zoning R-H Proposed Zoning R-M Lot Coverage ± 29% (Includes carport & trash) Hardscape SF ± 22,893 SF Landscape SF ± 60,585 SF Occupancy: Building. A (Apartments) = R-2 Building. B (Recreation Center) = A-3 Unit Mix1-Bedrooms 16 DU ±25% 2-Bedrooms 16 DU ±25% 3-Bedrooms 32 DU ±50% Total 64 DU Building Area Summary Building Type Occurs Gross Areas Total Building A - 4 17,770sf(L1&L2) 71,080sf Building B - 1 3,986 3,986sf Grand Total ±75,066sf Parking Summary Parking Required (Per State Density Bonus) 1Bd 16 x 1 = 16 2Bd 16 x 1.5 = 24 3Bd 32 x 1.5 = 48 Total 88 Spaces Parking Proposed: Covered Parking: 64 Spaces Covered Accessible 3 Spaces Uncovered Parking: 52 Spaces Accessible Spaces: 9 Spaces TOTAL: ±128 Spaces (2.0 Parking Ratio) Guest Parking: 7 Space Guest Accessible: 1 Space Mail Parking: 1 Space Guest Total: 9 Spaces Grand Total ±137 spaces Bldg. A Bldg. A Bldg. A Bldg. A Bldg. B Typical Parking Spaces Standard Parking w/ overhang Scale 116"=1'-0" Accessible Standard Parking PARKING DETAILS Solar Panels to be located on Carports Trash Enclosures will be built to City Standards Side yard Setback (min. 15'-0") Rear-Yard Setback (min: 20'-0") Front Yard Setback (Min. 15'-0") Side yard Setback (min. 15'-0") Item Number: 4.

1. FRONT ELEVATION 9'-1" 9'-1"+/- 28'-0" Top of Ridge

3. REAR ELEVATION 4. LEFT ELEVATION

2. RIGHT ELEVATION
Blieu Companies
2000 E. Fourth Street, Suite 205
Santa Ana, CA 92705

CROSSINGS ON CAMINO CAMPANERO
DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA # 2023-0386
Architecture + Planning
888.456.5849
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CONCEPTUAL DESIGN
MARCH 12, 2025 0 4 8 16 A2.1

BUILDING ELEVATIONS

BUILDING TYPE A
Building Key Plan N.T.S.
1 4
3 2
8 10 4 6 1 5 2 7 2 1 5 3
Material Legend

1. Asphalt Shingle Roofing

2. Stucco

3. Cementitious Siding

4. Stone Veneer

5. Vinyl Window

6. Decorative Light Fixture

7. Awning

8. Beam

9. Door

10. Vertical Fins over Cemetitious Panel

11. Cementitious Window Trim
3 9 11 Item Number: 4.

1. FRONT ELEVATION
+/- 18'-0" Top of Ridge 3. REAR ELEVATION 4. LEFT ELEVATION 2. RIGHT ELEVATION

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137'-7 1/2"
72'-8 1/2" 36" Typ. 2:12 Roof Pitch, Typical Blieu Companies 2000 E. Fourth Street, Suite 205 Santa Ana, CA 92705 CROSSINGS ON CAMINO CAMPANERO DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA # 2023-0386 Architecture + Planning 888.456.5849 ktgy.com CONCEPTUAL DESIGN MARCH 12, 2025 0 5 10 20 A3.1 BUILDING PLANS BUILDING TYPE A 1st Floor 2nd Floor Unit P1-1 Unit P2-1 Unit P3-1 Unit P3-1 Unit P1-1 Unit P2-1 Unit P3-1 Unit P3-1 Unit P1-1 Unit P2-1 Unit P1-1 Unit P2-1 Roof Plan Unit P3-1 Unit P3-1 Unit P3-1 Unit P3-1 NOTE: AWNING AT WINDOWS DIFFER DEPENDING ON ORIENTATION OF PLAN NOTE: AWNING AT WINDOWS DIFFER DEPENDING ON ORIENTATION OF PLAN Item Number: 4.

MAXIMUM EXIT ACCESS TRAVEL DISTANCE IS 125'-0" MAXIMUM PER TABLE 1006.2.1 ACTUAL TRAVEL DISTANCE IS= 67'-9" MAXIMUM EXIT ACCESS TRAVEL DISTANCE IS 125'-0" MAXIMUM PER TABLE 1006.2.1 ACTUAL TRAVEL DISTANCE IS= 55'-0"MAXIMUM EXIT ACCESS TRAVEL DISTANCE IS 125'-0" MAXIMUM PER TABLE 1006.2.1 ACTUAL TRAVEL DISTANCE IS= 59'-4" MAXIMUM EXIT ACCESS TRAVEL DISTANCE IS 125'-0" MAXIMUM PER TABLE 1006.2.1 ACTUAL TRAVEL DISTANCE IS= 61'-6" R-2 UNIT P3-1_ALT 11B 1063 SF / 200 6R-2 UNIT P3-1 11B 1032 SF / 200 6 R-2 UNIT P1-1 11B 574 SF / 200 3 EXIT DISCHARGE OCCUPANTS: 19 REQUIRED STAIR WIDTH: 19 X .2 = 3.8" PROVIDED EXIT WIDTH: FULL WIDTH OF EXIT OPENING EXIT 19 EXIT DISCHARGE 0.2" EGRESS OPENING WIDTH TOTAL OCCUPANTS EGRESS WIDTH PER OCCUP REQUIRED OPENING WIDTH 19 3.8" EXIT 19 EXIT DISCHARGE 0.2" EGRESS OPENING WIDTH TOTAL OCCUPANTS EGRESS WIDTH PER OCCUP REQUIRED OPENING WIDTH 19 3.8" ** * * 19 17 FROM 2ND FLR 19 MAXIMUM EXIT ACCESS TRAVEL DISTANCE IS 125'-0" MAXIMUM PER TABLE 1006.2.1 ACTUAL TRAVEL DISTANCE IS= 55'-0" MAXIMUM EXIT ACCESS TRAVEL DISTANCE IS 125'-0" MAXIMUM PER TABLE 1006.2.1 ACTUAL TRAVEL DISTANCE IS= 67'-9" MAXIMUM EXIT ACCESS TRAVEL DISTANCE IS 125'-0" MAXIMUM PER TABLE 1006.2.1 ACTUAL TRAVEL DISTANCE IS= 59'-4" MAXIMUM EXIT ACCESS TRAVEL DISTANCE IS 125'-0" MAXIMUM PER TABLE 1006.2.1 ACTUAL TRAVEL DISTANCE IS= 61'-6" EXIT DISCHARGE OCCUPANTS: 19 REQUIRED STAIR WIDTH: 19 X .2 = 3.8" PROVIDED STAIR WIDTH: FULL WIDTH OF EXIT OPENING ** * * R-2 UNIT P2-1 11B 802 SF / 200 4 R-2 UNIT P3-1_ALT 11B 1063 SF / 200 6 R-2 UNIT P3-1 11B 1032 SF / 200 6 17 FROM 2ND FLR MAXIMUM EXIT ACCESS TRAVEL DISTANCE IS 125'-0" MAXIMUM PER TABLE 1006.2.1 ACTUAL TRAVEL DISTANCE IS= 62'-3" MAXIMUM EXIT ACCESS TRAVEL DISTANCE IS 125'-0" MAXIMUM PER TABLE 1006.2.1 ACTUAL TRAVEL DISTANCE IS= 55'-0" MAXIMUM EXIT ACCESS TRAVEL DISTANCE IS 125'-0" MAXIMUM PER TABLE 1006.2.1 ACTUAL TRAVEL DISTANCE IS= 49'-10" MAXIMUM EXIT ACCESS TRAVEL DISTANCE IS 125'-0" MAXIMUM PER TABLE 1006.2.1 ACTUAL TRAVEL DISTANCE IS= 56'-1" R-2 UNIT P3-1 928 SF / 200 5 R-2 UNIT P3-1 898 SF / 200 5 R-2 UNIT P2-1 802 SF / 200 4R-2 UNIT P1-1 574 SF / 200 3 17 EXIT STAIRWAY OCCUPANTS: 17 REQUIRED STAIR WIDTH: 17 X .3 = 5.1" PROVIDED STAIR WIDTH: 48 INCHES 17 * ** * * *** MAXIMUM EXIT ACCESS TRAVEL DISTANCE IS 125'-0" MAXIMUM PER TABLE 1006.2.1 ACTUAL TRAVEL DISTANCE IS= 55'-0" MAXIMUM EXIT ACCESS TRAVEL DISTANCE IS 125'-0" MAXIMUM PER TABLE 1006.2.1 ACTUAL TRAVEL DISTANCE IS= 62'-3" MAXIMUM EXIT ACCESS TRAVEL DISTANCE IS 125'-0" MAXIMUM PER TABLE 1006.2.1 ACTUAL TRAVEL DISTANCE IS= 49'-10" EXIT STAIRWAY OCCUPANTS: 17 REQUIRED STAIR WIDTH: 17 X .3 = 5.1" PROVIDED STAIR WIDTH: 48 INCHES MAXIMUM EXIT ACCESS TRAVEL DISTANCE IS 125'-0" MAXIMUM PER TABLE 1006.2.1 ACTUAL TRAVEL DISTANCE IS= 56'-1"R-2 UNIT P3-1 928 SF / 200 5 R-2 UNIT P3-1 898 SF / 200 5 R-2 UNIT P2-1 802 SF / 200 4 R-2 UNIT P1-1 574 SF / 200 3 R-2 UNIT P2-1 11B 802 SF / 200 4 Blieu Companies 2000 E. Fourth Street, Suite 205 Santa Ana, CA 92705 CROSSINGS ON CAMINO CAMPANERO DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA # 2023-0386 Architecture + Planning 888.456.5849 ktgy.com CONCEPTUAL DESIGN MARCH 12, 2025 0 5 10 20 A3.2 BUILDING EXITING BUILDING TYPE A 1-HR FIRE BARRIER - SEE 1/AD-23 PATH OF TRAVEL AT PUBLIC WALKWAY - VERIFY WITH CIVIL & LANDSCAPE DRAWINGS EXIT AND OCCUPANT LOAD OCCUPANCY TYPE FIRE EXTINGUISHER CABINET XX
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00 SYMBOL LEGEND R-2 NAME 1000 SF / 200 5 OCCUPANT SPACE / FUNCTION OCCUPANT LOAD SF / OCCUPANT # OF OCCUPANTS FLOOR AREA * 60 MIN. DOOR EQUIPPED WITH SELF-CLOSER AND SMOKE SEAL PER C.B.C. SECTION 716 1-HOUR RATED EXTERIOR EXIT STAIR EXIT SIGN PER CBC 1013 PH PANIC HARDWARE 2-HR FIRE WALL - SEE AD-25 F.E.C. 1. REFER TO FIRE PROTECTION NOTES . 1.1. PROVIDE AUTOMATIC FIRE SPRINKLER SYSTEM 1.2. PROVIDE FIRE ALARM SYSTEM 1.3. PROVIDE STANDPIPES 2. PROVIDE MEANS OF EGRESS IDENTIFICATION PER CBC SECTION 1013: 2.1. EXIT SIGNS (EXCEPT TACTILE SIGNS) SHALL BE INTERNALLY OR EXTERNALLY ILLUMINATED. 2.2. TACTILE EXIT SIGNS SHALL BE PROVIDED AT THE FOLLOWING LOCATION (REFER TO SEGMENT FLOOR PLANS FOR SPECIFIC LOCATIONS): A) EACH GRADE LEVEL EXIT DOORS REQUIRED TO COMPLY WITH CBC SECTION 1013.1. B) EXIT DOORS REQUIRED TO COMPLY WITH CBC SECTION 1013.1, AND LEAD DIRECTLY TO A GRADE LEVEL EXTERIOR EXIT BY MEANS OF STAIRWAY OR RAMP SHALL BE IDENTIFIED AS: i) "EXIT STAIR DOWN" ii) "EXIT RAMP DOWN" iii) "EXIT STAIR UP" iv) "EXIT RAMP UP" 2.3 INTERNALLY ILLUMINATED EXIT SIGNS SHALL CONFORM WITH CBC SECTION 1013.5. 2.4 EXTERNALLY ILLUMINATED EXIT SIGNS SHALL CONFORM WITH CBC SECTION 1013.6. A) EXIT SIGN GRAPHICS SHALL COMPLY WITH CBC SECTION 1013.6.1. B) THE FACE OF EXIT SIGN SHALL BE ILLUMINATED WITH AN INTENSITY OF NO LESS THAN 5 FOOTCANDLES (45 LUX). C) EXIT SIGNS SHALL BE ILLUMINATED AT ALL TIMES. D) PROVIDE BACKUP POWER IN CASE OF PRIMARY POWER LOSS IN CONFORMANCE WITH CBC SECTION 1013.6.3. 2.5 ADDITIONAL EXIT SIGNS MAY BE REQUIRED AND LOCATIONS ARE SUBJECT CHANGE DURING FINAL INSPECTION. 3. PROVIDE FIRE EXTINGUISHERS: 3.1. PROVIDE A MINIMUM OF ONE 2-A:10-B:C (2A:20BC WITHIN 50'-0" AT GARAGE) CLASSIFICATION FIRE EXTINGUISHER WITHIN 75 FEET TRAVEL DISTANCE FOR EACH 6,000 SQUARE FEET OR PORTION THEREOF ON EACH FLOOR. 3.2. ADDITIONAL FIRE EXTINGUISHERS MAY BE REQUIRED AND LOCATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DURING FINAL INSPECTION. 4. EACH DWELLING UNIT SHALL HAVE PERMANENTLY WIRED SMOKE ALARMS WITH BATTERY BACKUP INSIDE EACH BEDROOM AND CENTRALLY LOCATED IN THE CORRIDOR OR AREA GIVING ACCESS TO SLEEPING AREAS. SMOKE ALARMS SHALL SOUND AN ALARM AUDIBLE IN ALL SLEEPING AREA OF THE UNIT. 5. INTERIOR FINISHES SHALL COMPLY WITH CBC CHAPTER 8. 6. THE MEANS OF EGRESS, INCLUDING THE EXIT DISCHARGE, WILL BE ILLUMINATED TO A LEVEL NOT LESS ONE FOOT CANDLE AT WALKING SURFACE AT ALL TIMES THE BUILDING SPACE SERVED BY THE MEANS OF EGRESS IS OCCUPIED. 7. SIGNAGE INDICATING SPECIAL ACCESSIBILITY PROVISIONS SHALL COMPLY WITH CHAPTER 11B, SECTION 216 & 703. 8. EGRESS DOORS SHALL BE READILY OPENABLE FROM THE EGRESS SIDE WITHOUT THE USE OF A KEY OR SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE OR EFFORT (SECTION 1010.1.9) 9. DOOR HANDLES, LOCK AND OTHER OPERATING DEVICES SHALL BE INSTALLED AT A MIN. 34" AND A MAX. 48" (44" MAX FOR ACCESSIBILITY) ABOVE FINISHED FLOOR (1010.1.9.2) 10. ALL EGRESS DOOR OPERATION SHALL ALSO COMPLY WITH SECTION 1010.1.9 11. EVERY A-OCCUPANCY HAVING AN OCCUPANT LOAD OF MORE THAN 49 PERSONS SHALL HAVE AN OCCUPANT LOAD OF THE ROOM POSTED IN A CONSPICUOUS PLACE NEAR THE MAIN EXIT OR EXIT ACCESS DOORWAY FROM THE ROOM OR SPACE. CONFIRM LOCATION WITH FIRE DEPARTMENT. POSTED SIGNS SHALL BE OF AN APPROVED LEGIBLE PERMANENT DESIGN AND SHALL BE MAINTAINED BY THE OWNER OR AUTHORIZED AGENCY (CFC SECTION 1004.3). 12. WALKING SURFACES OF THE MEANS OF EGRESS SHALL HAVE A SLIP-RESISTANT SURFACE AND BE SECURELY ATTACHED. EXIT PLAN NOTES NOT REQUIRED IN ROOMS OR AREAS THAT REQUIRE ONLY ONE EXIT OR EXIT ACCESS, PER SECTION 1013, EXCEPTION 1. EXIT SIGN: ALL DWELLING UNITS AND SLEEPING UNITS SHALL BE PROVIDED WITH THE CAPABILITY TO SUPPORT VISIBLE ALARM NOTIFICATION APPLIANCES IN ACCORDANCE WITH NFPA 72 AND CBC SECTION 907. VISIBLE ALARM ALARM NOTIFICATION APPLIANCES: ONLY ONE EXIT REQUIRED PER 4 DWELLING UNITS AND 125 FEET EXIT ACCESS TRAVEL DISTANCE (CBC SECTION 1006.3.3(1). EXITING:

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±62'-0" ±86'-0" Clubroom 60'-6"x26'-4" Maintenance Office 25'-6"x17'-8" Conference/ Flex Space 12'-6"x18'-8" Flex Office Manager's 12'-6"x18'-8" Office 15'-9"x20'-8" Laundry Room 14'-1"x24'-1" Mail Room 10'-1"x20'-9" Lobby 11'-9"x12'-4" Blieu Companies 2000 E. Fourth Street, Suite 205 Santa Ana, CA 92705 CROSSINGS ON CAMINO CAMPANERO DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA # 2023-0386 Architecture + Planning 888.456.5849 ktgy.com CONCEPTUAL DESIGN MARCH 12, 2025 0 4 8 12 A3.3 BUILDING B PLANS LEASING & AMENITY BUILDING Roof Plan 1st Floor: ±3,986 sf (Pool Equipment not included) Women's Men's Office Storage Dining Patio Storage Storage Item Number: 4.

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REF DW 30" X 78" DESK Elec. Clos. Fire Riser MPOE Clubroom 60'-6"x26'-4" Maintenance Office 25'-6"x17'-8" Conference/ Flex Space 12'-6"x18'-8" Flex Office Manager's 12'-6"x18'-8" Office 15'-9"x20'-8" Laundry Room 14'-1"x24'-1" Mail Room 10'-1"x20'-9" Lobby 11'-9"x12'-4" Lobby 255sf / 100sf per Occu. = 3 Occupants Mail Room 295sf / 150sf per Occu. = 2 Occupants Laundry Room 265sf / 15sf per Occu. = 18 Occupants Flex Office 160sf / 150sf per Occu. = 2 Occupants Flex Space 237sf / 150sf per Occu. = 2 Occupants Women's Men's Club Room 1114sf / 15sf per Occu. = 75 Occupants EXIT3 EXIT3 EXIT2 Managers Offices 344sf / 150sf per Occu. = 3 Occupants EXIT2 EXIT3 EXIT 44 EXIT 44 EXIT 18 78'-9" MAX OVERALL DIAGONAL 37'-7" > 1/3 OF DIAGONAL Maintenance Office 350sf / 150sf per Occu. = 3 Occupants EXIT2 Blieu Companies 2000 E. Fourth Street, Suite 205 Santa Ana, CA 92705 CROSSINGS ON CAMINO CAMPANERO DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA # 2023-0386 Architecture + Planning 888.456.5849 ktgy.com CONCEPTUAL DESIGN MARCH 12, 2025 0 4 8 12 A3.4 EXITING PLAN LEASING & AMENITY BUILDING 1st Floor: (Pool Equipment not included) Office Storage Dining Patio Storage Storage 1-HR FIRE BARRIER - SEE 1/AD-23 PATH OF TRAVEL AT PUBLIC WALKWAY - VERIFY WITH CIVIL & LANDSCAPE DRAWINGS EXIT AND OCCUPANT LOAD OCCUPANCY TYPE FIRE EXTINGUISHER CABINET XX
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00 SYMBOL LEGEND R-2 NAME 1000 SF / 200 5 OCCUPANT SPACE / FUNCTION OCCUPANT LOAD SF / OCCUPANT # OF OCCUPANTS FLOOR AREA * 60 MIN. DOOR EQUIPPED WITH SELF-CLOSER AND SMOKE SEAL PER C.B.C. SECTION 716 1-HOUR RATED EXTERIOR EXIT STAIR EXIT SIGN PER CBC 1013 PH PANIC HARDWARE 2-HR FIRE WALL - SEE AD-25 F.E.C. 1. REFER TO FIRE PROTECTION NOTES . 1.1. PROVIDE AUTOMATIC FIRE SPRINKLER SYSTEM 1.2. PROVIDE FIRE ALARM SYSTEM 1.3. PROVIDE STANDPIPES 2. PROVIDE MEANS OF EGRESS IDENTIFICATION PER CBC SECTION 1013: 2.1. EXIT SIGNS (EXCEPT TACTILE SIGNS) SHALL BE INTERNALLY OR EXTERNALLY ILLUMINATED. 2.2. TACTILE EXIT SIGNS SHALL BE PROVIDED AT THE FOLLOWING LOCATION (REFER TO SEGMENT FLOOR PLANS FOR SPECIFIC LOCATIONS): A) EACH GRADE LEVEL EXIT DOORS REQUIRED TO COMPLY WITH CBC SECTION 1013.1. B) EXIT DOORS REQUIRED TO COMPLY WITH CBC SECTION 1013.1, AND LEAD DIRECTLY TO A GRADE LEVEL EXTERIOR EXIT BY MEANS OF STAIRWAY OR RAMP SHALL BE IDENTIFIED AS: i) "EXIT STAIR DOWN" ii) "EXIT RAMP DOWN" iii) "EXIT STAIR UP" iv) "EXIT RAMP UP" 2.3 INTERNALLY ILLUMINATED EXIT SIGNS SHALL CONFORM WITH CBC SECTION 1013.5. 2.4 EXTERNALLY ILLUMINATED EXIT SIGNS SHALL CONFORM WITH CBC SECTION 1013.6. A) EXIT SIGN GRAPHICS SHALL COMPLY WITH CBC SECTION 1013.6.1. B) THE FACE OF EXIT SIGN SHALL BE ILLUMINATED WITH AN INTENSITY OF NO LESS THAN 5 FOOTCANDLES (45 LUX). C) EXIT SIGNS SHALL BE ILLUMINATED AT ALL TIMES. D) PROVIDE BACKUP POWER IN CASE OF PRIMARY POWER LOSS IN CONFORMANCE WITH CBC SECTION 1013.6.3

2.5 ADDITIONAL EXIT SIGNS MAY BE REQUIRED AND LOCATIONS ARE SUBJECT CHANGE DURING FINAL INSPECTION. 3. PROVIDE FIRE EXTINGUISHERS: 3.1. PROVIDE A MINIMUM OF ONE 2-A:10-B:C (2A:20BC WITHIN 50'-0" AT GARAGE) CLASSIFICATION FIRE EXTINGUISHER WITHIN 75 FEET TRAVEL DISTANCE FOR EACH 6,000 SQUARE FEET OR PORTION THEREOF ON EACH FLOOR. 3.2. ADDITIONAL FIRE EXTINGUISHERS MAY BE REQUIRED AND LOCATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DURING FINAL INSPECTION. 4. EACH DWELLING UNIT SHALL HAVE PERMANENTLY WIRED SMOKE ALARMS WITH BATTERY BACKUP INSIDE EACH BEDROOM AND CENTRALLY LOCATED IN THE CORRIDOR OR AREA GIVING ACCESS TO SLEEPING AREAS. SMOKE ALARMS SHALL SOUND AN ALARM AUDIBLE IN ALL SLEEPING AREA OF THE UNIT. 5. INTERIOR FINISHES SHALL COMPLY WITH CBC CHAPTER 8. 6. THE MEANS OF EGRESS, INCLUDING THE EXIT DISCHARGE, WILL BE ILLUMINATED TO A LEVEL NOT LESS ONE FOOT CANDLE AT WALKING SURFACE AT ALL TIMES THE BUILDING SPACE SERVED BY THE MEANS OF EGRESS IS OCCUPIE

7. SIGNAGE INDICATING SPECIAL ACCESSIBILITY PROVISIONS SHALL COMPLY WITH CHAPTER 11B, SECTION 216 & 703. 8. EGRESS DOORS SHALL BE READILY OPENABLE FROM THE EGRESS SIDE WITHOUT THE USE OF A KEY OR SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE OR EFFORT (SECTION 1010.1.9) 9. DOOR HANDLES, LOCK AND OTHER OPERATING DEVICES SHALL BE INSTALLED AT A MIN. 34" AND A MAX. 48" (44" MAX FOR ACCESSIBILITY) ABOVE FINISHED FLOOR (1010.1.9.2) 10. ALL EGRESS DOOR OPERATION SHALL ALSO COMPLY WITH SECTION 1010.1.9 11. EVERY A-OCCUPANCY HAVING AN OCCUPANT LOAD OF MORE THAN 49 PERSONS SHALL HAVE AN OCCUPANT LOAD O

THE ROOM POSTED IN A CONSPICUOUS PLACE NEAR THE MAIN EXIT OR EXIT ACCESS DOORWAY FROM THE ROOM O SPACE. CONFIRM LOCATION WITH FIRE DEPARTMENT. POSTED SIGNS SHALL BE OF AN APPROVED LEGIBLE PERMANENT DESIGN AND SHALL BE MAINTAINED BY THE OWNER OR AUTHORIZED AGENCY (CFC SECTION 1004.3). 12. WALKING SURFACES OF THE MEANS OF EGRESS SHALL HAVE A SLIP-RESISTANT SURFACE AND BE SECURELY ATTACHED. EXIT PLAN NOTES NOT REQUIRED IN ROOMS OR AREAS THAT REQUIRE ONLY ONE EXIT OR EXIT ACCESS, PER SECTION 1013, EXCEPTION 1. EXIT SIGN: ALL DWELLING UNITS AND SLEEPING UNITS SHALL BE PROVIDED WITH THE CAPABILITY TO SUPPORT VISIBLE ALARM NOTIFICATION APPLIANCES IN ACCORDANCE WITH NFPA 72 AND CBC SECTION 907. VISIBLE ALARM NOTIFICATION APPLIANCES SHALL BE PROVIDED IN PUBLIC USE AREAS AND COMMON USE AREAS PER CBC SECTION 907. ALARM NOTIFICATION APPLIANCES: THE MEANS OF EGRESS, INCLUDING THE EXIT DISCHARGE, SHALL BE ILLUMINATED AT ALL TIMES WHEN THE BUILDING SPACE SERVED BY THE MEANS OF EGRESS IS OCCUPIED. THE MEANS OF EGRESS ILLUMINATION LEVEL SHALL NOT BE LESS THEN 1 FOOT CANDLE (11 LUX) AT THE WALKING SURFACE LEVEL. PROVIDE REQUIRED EGRESS ILLUMINATION PER CBC SECTION 1008. EGRESS ILLUMINATION: ONLY ONE EXIT REQUIRED PER 4 DWELLING UNITS AND 125 FEET EXIT ACCESS TRAVEL DISTANCE (CBC SECTION 1006.3.3(1). EXITING: EVERY ROOM OR SPACE THAT IS AN ASSEMBLY OCCUPANCY SHALL HAVE THE OCCUPANT LOAD OF THE ROOM OR SPACE POSTED IN A CONSPICUOUS PLACE, NEAR THE MAIN EXIT OR EXIT ACCESS DOORWAY FROM THE ROOM OR SPACE. (CBC 1008.1) OCCUPANT LOAD SIGN:

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UNIT UNIT UNIT UNIT DECK WH DECK WH UNIT UNIT UNIT UNIT DECK DECK UNIT UNIT 9'-1" 9'-1"
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10'-9"
13'-6" 11'-5" 10'-5 1/2"
10'-0 1/2" 11'-2"
11'-6" 11'-5" 10'-10"11'-10" 11'-7" 11'-2"
11'-0" 10'-5 1/2"
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Blieu Companies 2000 E. Fourth Street, Suite 205 Santa Ana, CA 92705 CROSSINGS ON CAMINO CAMPANERO DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA # 2023-0386 Architecture + Planning 888.456.5849 ktgy.com CONCEPTUAL DESIGN MARCH 12, 2025 A6.1 RENDERINGS PROJECT AERIAL Note: Conceptual renderings are intended to illustrate the project's architectural elevations. For information on grading and landscape design, see civil and landscape architecture sheets, respectively.

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A6.2 RENDERINGS LEASING & AMENITIES COURT Blieu Companies 2000 E. Fourth Street, Suite 205 Santa Ana, CA 92705 CROSSINGS ON CAMINO CAMPANERO DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA # 2023-0386 Architecture + Planning 888.456.5849 ktgy.com CONCEPTUAL DESIGN MARCH 12, 2025 Note: Conceptual renderings are intended to illustrate the project's architectural elevations. For information on grading and landscape design, see civil and landscape architecture sheets, respectively.

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Blieu Companies 2000 E. Fourth Street, Suite 205 Santa Ana, CA 92705 CROSSINGS ON CAMINO CAMPANERO DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA # 2023-0386 Architecture + Planning 888.456.5849 ktgy.com CONCEPTUAL DESIGN MARCH 12, 2025 A6.7 RENDERINGS TYPICAL APARTMENT BUILDING AT COURTYARD Note: Conceptual renderings are intended to illustrate the project's architectural elevations. For information on grading and landscape design, see civil and landscape architecture sheets, respectively.

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Blieu Companies 2000 E. Fourth Street, Suite 205 Santa Ana, CA 92705 CROSSINGS ON CAMINO CAMPANERO DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA # 2023-0386 Architecture + Planning 888.456.5849 ktgy.com CONCEPTUAL DESIGN MARCH 12, 2025 A6.8 RENDERINGS TYPICAL APARTMENT BUILDING ADJACENT TO PARKING Note: Conceptual renderings are intended to illustrate the project's architectural elevations. For information on grading and landscape design, see civil and landscape architecture sheets, respectively.

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1:12 SLOPE RAMP +9" +0" Waste Recycle Green 20'-3 1/2"
13'-8" 4 Material Legend 1. Stucco 2. Tan Split Face CMU 3. Split Paver Cap 4. Painted Metal Door with Metal Posts 1 3 1 3 1 Blieu Companies 2000 E. Fourth Street, Suite 205 Santa Ana, CA 92705 CROSSINGS ON CAMINO CAMPANERO DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA # 2023-0386 Architecture + Planning 888.456.5849 ktgy.com CONCEPTUAL DESIGN MARCH 12, 2025 0 2 4 8 A7.0 TRASH ENCLOSURE EXHIBIT FLOOR PLANS & ELEVATIONS 3. Rear Elevation 2. Side Elevation 1. Front Elevation Trash Enclosure - Floor Plan 2 Item Number: 4.

1 2 CONCEPTUAL DESIGN MARCH 12, 2025 Item Number: 4.

MATERIALS LEGEND

SYMBOL DESCRIPTION AREA
Turf with steel edging 19,316 SF
Planting Area with Decomposed Granite 60,585 SF
Stabilized Decomposed Granite 976 SF
Concrete Sidewalk 22,893 SF
Decorative Pavers (concrete bands to be 2,766 SF
added where needed)
Rubber Mulch Play Surfacing 1,407 SF
PA

WALL AND FENCE LEGEND

SYMBOL DESCRIPTION
Stucco Perimeter Block Wall
Tubular Steel Fence
Metal Panel Fencing
Gate
Note: Refer to Sheet L-102 for typical wall details.

TOT LOT LEGEND

SYMBOL DESCRIPTION
Landscape Structures, Playsense Design 403.

Max fall height: 72"
Landscape Structures Dino Climber.

Max fall height: 32" © ©

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CONCRETE WALK
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NATURAL TURF

BENCH / PICNIC TABLE

SEATING

TRASH / RECYCLING RECEPTACLE

SHADED PATIO BAR-B-QUE AND PICNIC AREA

TUBULAR STEEL FENCE

DECORATIVE LANDSCAPE BOULDER

OUTDOOR GAME AREA

SHADED SMOKING AREA

BICYCLE RACKS

RAISED PLANTERS

FIREPLACE

DECORATIVE PAVING
SHADED TOTLOT :
(1) 2-5 AGE GROUP
(1) 5-12 AGE GROUP

METAL PANEL FENCING

DESIGN THEME
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16 MAIN ENTRANCE WALL SIGNAGE
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TUBULAR STEEL
5' VIEW FENCE
SCALE: NTS

5.5' STUCCO BLOCK WALL A SCALE: NTS
D
8" THICK STUCCO WALL
(BOTH SIDES)

COLOR MATCH
BM 1073 MALTON
VEHICLE GATES C SCALE: NTS
PEDESTRIAN GATE B SCALE: NTS
5' VIEW FENCE PEDESTRIAN GATE E SCALE: NTS

EAST PRIMARY ACCESS GATE

ELEVATION VIEW FROM

OUTSIDE DEVELOPMENT
24'-0" FACE OF CURB TO FACE OF CURB - VERIFY IN FIELD.

WEST PRIMARY ACCESS GATE

ELEVATION VIEW FROM

OUTSIDE DEVELOPMENT
20'-0" FACE OF CURB TO FACE OF CURB - VERIFY IN FIELD. 20'-0" FACE OF CURB TO FACE OF CURB - VERIFY IN FIELD. 6'-0" FACE OF CURB TO FACE
OF CURB - VERIFY IN FIELD.

WALL AND FENCE EXHIBIT 5'-0" 5'-0"
3'

MINIMUM
CLR.

TUBULAR STEEL

HORIZONTAL

METAL PANELS
3' MINIMUM CLR.

REFERENCE IMAGE

REFERENCE IMAGES
METAL PANELS.

COLOR TO MATCH

GREEN SIDING ON
BUILDING 5'-6"
NOTES:

1. CONTRACTOR SHALL PROVIDE COMPLETE SHOP DRAWINGS AND/OR CUT SHEETS FOR GATE(S), POSTS, HARDWARE, AND LATCHING MECHANISMS.

2. CONTRACTOR SHALL FURNISH AND INSTALL ALL EQUIPMENT NECESSARY FOR A COMPLETE, FUNCTIONING GATE OPERATOR SYSTEM.

3. EMERGENCY VEHICLE STROBE DETECTOR SHALL BE TOMAR STROBESWITCH, OR AS APPROVED BY OWNER. WALL MOUNT PER MANUFACTURER RECOMMENDATIONS.

CONTRACTOR SHALL FURNISH AND INSTALL ALL EQUIPMENT NECESSARY FOR A

COMPLETE, FUNCTIONING EMERGENCY VEHICLE ACCESS SYSTEM PER LOCAL CODE AND/OR FIRE DEPARTMENT STANDARDS. ELECTRICAL CONDUIT FOR STROBE DETECTOR SHALL BE PLACED INSIDE OF WALL SO AS TO BE HIDDEN FROM VIEW.

HORIZONTAL

METAL PANELS

COLOR TO MATCH

GREEN SIDING ON

BUILDING

COLOR TO MATCH

GREEN SIDING ON

BUILDING
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MAIN ENTRY WALL SIGNAGE

SIGNAGE LIGHTING
9" HIGH RAISED METAL LETTERING

COLOR MATCH
BM 1073 MALTON 9" 5'-6" 1'-3"
15'-9"
WALL SIGNAGE PLAN VIEW WALL SIGNAGE ELEVATION 3'-0"
15'-9"

MAIN ENTRANCE WALL SIGNAGE

SEE THIS SHEET FOR DETAILS
8" THICK STUCCO WALL
(BOTH SIDES)
8" THICK STUCCO WALL
(BOTH SIDES)
3' WIDE RAISED

LANDSCAPE PLANTER
12'-0"

WALL SIGNAGE PHOTO SIMULATION
IMAGE IS FOR REFERENCE ONLY. FINAL LIGHTING DESIGN

TO BE MADE IN COLLABORATION WITH A DESIGN-BUILD
SIGN COMPANY. SEE BELOW FOR DESIGN INTENT: - BACK-LIT, REVERSE OR HALO-LIT - COLOR TO BE WARM WHITE
- LOW WATT LED
Item Number: 4.

PRELIMINARY PLANT PALETTE

SYMBOL BOTANICAL NAME COMMON NAME WUCOLS SIZE
ACCENT PLANTING (15,510 SF @ 60% Planting Density = 317 Containers) Agave attenuata Foxtail Agave L 5 Gal
Agave vilmoriniana Octupus Agave L 5 Gal
Agave weberii Weber’s Agave L 5 Gal
Aloe x 'Blue Elf' Blue Elf Aloe L 1 Gal
Dasylirion wheeleri Desert Spoon L 5 Gal
Dasylirion longissimum Grass Tree L 15 Gal
Ferocactus acanthoides Barrel Cactus L 5 Gal
Fouquieria splendens Ocotillo VL 15 Gal
Hesperaloe funifera Giant Swordflower L 5 Gal
Hesperaloe parviflora Red yucca L 1 Gal
Muhlenbergia capillaris Pink Muhley M 1 Gal
Muhlenbergia rigens Deer Grass M 1 Gal
Pachycereus marginatus Mexican Fencepost VL 15 Gal
Perovskia atriplicifolia Russian sage L 5 Gal
Yucca rigida Blue Yucca L 5 Gal
SCREENING SHRUBS (7,115 SF @ Approx 197 Containers)
Leucophyllum c. 'Thunder Cloud' Texas Sage L 5 Gal
Leucophyllum frutescens Texas Ranger L 5 Gal
Ruellia brittoniana Mexican Petunia L 5 Gal
Senna artemisioides Feathery Cassia L 5 Gal
Sphaeralcea ambigua Apricot Mallow L 5 Gal
Simmondsia chinensis Jojoba L 5 Gal
GROUNDCOVER (37,960 SF @ 40% Planting Density = 598 Containers) Baccharis pilularis Dwarf Coyote Bush L 1 Gal
Zinnia grandiflora Prairie Zinnia L 1 Gal
Dalea greggii Trailing Indigo Bush L 1 Gal
TURF
'Tifgreen 328' Bermuda Hybrid Sod, QTY: 1,338 SF
Overseeded w/ Perennial Rye
(October-May Installation)
VINES (Per Conceptual Plan = 59 Containers)
Bougainvillea sp. Bougainvillea M 5 Gal
Macfadyena Cat's Claw L 5 Gal
NOTES:

1. WALLS SURROUNDING THE HVAC UNITS SHALL HAVE SCREENING

SHRUBS AROUND THEIR PERIMETER

2. PLANTING CONTAINER SIZES SHALL CONFORM TO THE FOLLOWING MINIMUM MIX OF SIZES:
80% - 5 GALLON
20% - 1 GALLON

PRELIMINARY TREE PALETTE

SYMBOL BOTANICAL NAME COMMON NAME WUCOLS SIZE
ACCENT TREES (QUANTITY: 48)
Callistemon viminalis Weeping Bottle Brush M 24" Box & 15 GAL Cercidium x 'Desert Museum' D. Museum Palo Verde L 24" Box & 36" Box Chitalpa X tashkentensis Chitalpa Tree L 24" Box
Olea europaea Olive Tree L 24" Box
Sophora secundiflora Texas Mountain Laurel L 15 Gallon
MEDIUM SHADE TREES (QUANTITY: 60)
Acacia stenophylla Shoestring Acacia L 24" Box
Arbutus unedo Strawberry Tree M 24" Box
Pithecellobium flexicaule Texas Ebony L 15 Gallon
Prosopis glandulosa Honey Mesquite L 15 Gallon
LARGE SHADE TREES (QUANTITY: 25)
Ceratonia siliqua Carob Tree L 24" Box & 36" Box
Quercus suber Cork Oak L 24" Box & 36" Box
NOTE: TREE CONTAINER SIZES SHALL CONFORM TO THE FOLLOWING MINIMUM MIX OF SIZES.
20% - 36" BOX
20% 24" BOX
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1. IRRIGATION DESIGN SHALL COMPLY WITH CALIFORNIA MODEL WATER EFFICIENT LANDSCAPE ORDINANCE (AB 1881). ALL NECESSARY DOCUMENTATION INCLUDING

WATER CALCULATIONS AND CERTIFICATES SHALL BE SUBMITTED WITH THE LANDSCAPE CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS FOR REVIEW AND APPROVAL. REFER TO

THE MSWD GUIDELINES FOR WATER USAGE AND CONSERVATION MEASURES TO ENSURE COMPLIANCE WITH LOCAL WATER REGULATIONS.

2. IRRIGATION SYSTEM WILL CONSIST OF LOW FLOW ROTARY SPRAY NOZZLE

TECHNOLOGY, POINT SOURCE BUBBLERS AND/OR DRIP EMITTERS SYSTEM

CONTROLLED BY AN AUTOMATIC, ELECTRICALLY CONTROLLED IRRIGATION SYSTEM

3. NO OVERHEAD IRRIGATION ALLOWED WITHIN 24" OF NON-PERMEABLE SURFACES.

IRRIGATION NOTES
L-201

PLANTING PLAN

CONCEPTUAL PLANT QUANTITIES PER CATEGORY
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LIGHTING FIXTURE LEGEND D WITH STEP DIM MOTION SENSOR 11W. LED WALL LIGHT LED CARPORT LIGHT (4FT) WET 51W LED TYPE III POLE LIGHT A3 ON A 16FT POLE - WITH STEP DIM. MOT SENS. A4B2 3.5" DIA LED BBQ BACK SPLASH LIGHT F LED TRASH ENCLOSURE LIGHT 3000° K 5.75"H X 5.5"W 3000° K E 18W LED BOLLARD 36" TALL C B3B4 NLS# ORX-2-T3-16L-1-30K7-UNV-ASM-**-FSP211-20 NLS# RSSP-16-4R-11G-** 51W LED TYPE IV POLE LIGHT ON A 16FT POLE - WITH STEP DIM. MOT. SENS. NLS# ORX-2-T4-16L-1-30K7-UNV-ASM-**-FSP211-20 26W LED TYPE II POLE LIGHT ON A 10FT POLE NLS# ORX-2-DPT-T2-16K-530-30K7-UNV-** 26W LED TYPE II POLE LIGHT ON A 10FT POLE NLS# ORX-2-DPT-T2-16K-530-30K7-UNV-** 26W LED TYPE II POLE LIGHT ON A 10FT POLE NLS# ORX-2-DPT-T2-16K-530-30K7-UNV-** ** FINISH BY OWNER NLS# ORX-B-T3-16L-400-30K7-UNV-** 3000°K 3000°K NLS# RSSP-10-4R-11G-** 3000°K NLS# RSSP-10-4R-11G-** 3000°K NLS# RSSP-10-4R-11G-** 3000°K NLS# RSSP-16-4R-11G-** 3000°K 3000° K HSS HOUSE SIDE SHIELD (WHERE SHOWN ON PLANS ONLY) 3000° K A3 E E E E E E A3 A3 A3 A3 A3 A3 A3 A3
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BLIEU

A SENSE OF PLACE
March 6, 2025
Mr. Travis ClarkCommunity Development DirectorCity of Desert Hot Springs 11999 Palm Drive
Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240
RE: Density Bonus Concession Request
Crossings on Camino CampaneroDP 25-1, DR 25-1, GPA 25-1, ENV 25-3 Dear Mr. Clark:As part of the entitlement of the Crossings on Camino Campanero, a 64-unit affordable housing development that will be deed restriction, A0738 Desert Hot Springs, L.P. requests a concession as allowed under the State Density Bonus Law. The concession will reduce the overalldevelopment costs of the affordable housing project to make it more feasible for developmentwhile still achieving the City’s goals.Under California State Law: AB-2501 Housing Density Bonuses which amended Section 65915 ofthe Government Code, concessions to affordable housing developments are to be allowed. With the Crossings on Carnino Campanero being 100% affordable and a mix of 30%-60% of AMI (Extremely Low to Moderate Income), three concessions are permissible. A0738 Desert HotSprings, L.P. proposes the use of one concession at this time.

Concession Request:
1) Unit Size: Request a concession that allows the one-bedroom units to be at a size of 614 gross sf instead of the City standard of 700 sf, and allows the two-bedroom units to be ata size of 849 gross sf instead of the City standard of 900 sf for R-M and R-H zonedproperties per Table 17.08.02 of the June 2024 Codes of Ordinances.

Justification for the Concession of Reduced Unit Size:
a) The 16 one-bedroom units at 614 gross square feet per unit are approximately 86 sf less in size than the City ordinance of 700 sf while the 24 two-bedroom units are 51 sf less in size than the City ordinance of 900 sf. The difference equates to 2,600 fewer sf. With construction costs at $200 per sf, the project saves $520,000 which reduces the cost $8,125 per project unit. The proposed one-bedroom and two-bedroom unit sizes are a very common size for apartmentcommunities and allows more than sufficient space for the resident, including bedrooms and full bathroom, a full kitchen, living and dining areas. Ample interior storage space is also provided. Inour experience, residents are very satisfied with the area provided.

BIieu Companies
2000 E. 4th Street, Suite 205
Santa Ana, CA 92705 -3907
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b) The public health, safety and physical environment are enhanced by delivering more housing to individuals and families at a more efficient cost without sacrificing the quality of the living space. The property is not listed on the California Registry of Historical Resources. c) The proposed unit size is allowed as a concession under State law.

Sincerely,
anager
A0738 Desert Hot Springs, L.P.
c. Patricia Villagomez
Eva Lara
Blieu Companies
2000 E. 4th Street, Suite 205
Santa Ana, CA 9 2705-3907
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General Plan Update Environmental Impact Report Addendum and 15168 Checklist
Crossings at Camino Campanero
Application for the Crossings at Camino Campanero
Case No.___
Prepared for:

City of Desert Hot Springs
11999 Palm Drive
Desert Hot Springs, California 92240
Prepared by:

MSA Consulting, Inc.
34200 Bob Hope Drive
Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
Desert Hot Springs Planning Department
Travis Clark
Community Development Director
City of Desert Hot Springs
11999 Plam Drive
Desert Hot Springs, California 92240
760-329-6411
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Table of Contents
ACRONYMS AND ABBREVIATIONS ............................................................................................................. 4 SECTION 1: INTRODUCTION ..................................................................................................................... 7

1.1 - ADDENDUM/ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST ............................................................................................... 7

1.2 - ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS AND CONCLUSIONS ........................................................................................ 7

1.2.1 - Findings................................................................................................................................. 8

1.2.2 - Conclusions .......................................................................................................................... 9

1.3 - MITIGATION MONITORING PROGRAM .................................................................................................... 10 SECTION 2: PROJECT DESCRIPTION ........................................................................................................ 11

2.1 - PROJECT LOCATION AND SETTING ........................................................................................................ 11

2.1.1 - Location .............................................................................................................................. 11

2.1.2 - Environmental Setting .......................................................................................................... 11

2.1.3 - General Plan and Zoning ....................................................................................................... 11

2.2 - PROJECT BACKGROUND .................................................................................................................... 12

2.2.1 - City of Desert Hot Springs General Plan Update ..................................................................... 12

2.2.2 - City of Desert Hot Springs General Plan Update and Zoning Amendment Environmental Impact Report ........................................................................................................................................... 12

2.3 - PROJECT CHARACTERISTICS ............................................................................................................... 12

2.3.1 - Project Summary ................................................................................................................. 12

2.3.2 - Operation ............................................................................................................................ 13

2.3.3 - Employment ........................................................................................................................ 13

2.3.4 - Vehicular Access and Parking ............................................................................................... 13

2.3.5 - Landscaping ........................................................................................................................ 13

2.3.6 - Utilities ................................................................................................................................ 14

2.3.7 - Construction ....................................................................................................................... 14

2.4 -DISCRETIONARY APPROVALS .............................................................................................................. 14 SECTION 3: CEQA CHECKLIST ................................................................................................................. 22

3.1 - EXPLANATION OF CHECKLIST EVALUATION CATEGORIES............................................................................. 22

3.2 -DISCUSSION AND MITIGATION SECTIONS ............................................................................................... 23 I. Aesthetics .................................................................................................................................................... 24 II. Agricultural and Forest Resources ............................................................................................................... 28 III. Air Quality .................................................................................................................................................. 31 V. Cultural Resources ...................................................................................................................................... 47 VI. Energy ........................................................................................................................................................ 51 VII. Geology, Seismicity, and Soils ................................................................................................................... 55 VIII. Greenhouse Gas Emissions ...................................................................................................................... 63 IX. Hazards and Hazardous Materials .............................................................................................................. 68 X. Hydrology and Water Quality ....................................................................................................................... 75 XI. Land Use and Planning ............................................................................................................................... 82 XII. Mineral Resources ..................................................................................................................................... 87 XIII. Noise ....................................................................................................................................................... 89 XIV. Population and Housing ............................................................................................................................ 97 XV. Public Services .......................................................................................................................................... 99 XVI. Recreation ............................................................................................................................................. 103 Item Number: 4.

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XVII. Transportation ....................................................................................................................................... 105 XIX. Utilities and Service Systems .................................................................................................................. 114 XX. Wildfire ................................................................................................................................................... 123 XXI. Mandatory Findings of Significance ......................................................................................................... 126 SECTION 4: LIST OF PREPARERS............................................................................................................ 129 List of Tables
Table 1: AAordable Housing Unit Counts .................................................................................................... 9 Table 2: Unmitigated Construction–Maximum Daily Emissions .................................................................. 34 Table 3: Operational Regional Pollutants .................................................................................................. 35 Table 4: Localized Construction-Source Emissions ................................................................................... 37 Table 5: Estimated Annual Project Energy Consumption............................................................................ 52 Table 6: Proposed Project Construction GHG Emissions ........................................................................... 64 Table 7: Operational Greenhouse Gas Emissions ...................................................................................... 65 Table 8: Consistency with Desert Hot Springs Climate Action Plan ............................................................. 66 Table 9: Noise / Land Use Compatibility Guidelines .................................................................................. 92 Table 10: MSWD Projected Urban Water Supplies ................................................................................... 118 List of Exhibits
Exhibit 1: Regional Location Map ............................................................................................................. 16 Exhibit 2: Local Vicinity Map .................................................................................................................... 17 Exhibit 3: Aerial Map ............................................................................................................................... 18 Exhibit 4: Existing General Plan and Zoning Map ....................................................................................... 19 Exhibit 5: Proposed General Plan and Zoning Map ..................................................................................... 20 Exhibit 6: Site Plan .................................................................................................................................. 21 Item Number: 4.

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Appendix
Appendix A: Conceptual Landscape Plans
Appendix B: CalEEMod Version 2022.1.1, Detailed Report
Appendix C: Biological Resources Assessment
Appendix D: Phase I Cultural Resources Assessment
Appendix E: Geotechnical Evaluation
Appendix F: Phase I Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) F.1: Phase I ESA
F.2: Phase I ESA Update
Appendix G: Hydrology and Water Quality Studies
G.1: Drainage Study
G.2: Preliminary Water Quality Management Plan
Appendix H: Tra1ic Studies
H.1: TraAic Exemption Letter
H.2: VMT Evaluation
Appendix I: City of Desert Hot Springs Letter
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ACRONYMS AND ABBREVIATIONS
AB Assembly Bill
ACBCI Aqua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians
APN Assessor’s Parcel Number
AQMP Air Quality Management Plan
ARB Air Resources Board
AST Aboveground storage tanks
BMP Best Management Practices
CalEEMod California Emissions Estimator Model
CAL FIRE California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection CAP Climate Action Plan
CARB California Air Resources Board
CBC California Building Code
CCA Community Choice Aggregation
CCR California Code of Regulations
CDFW California Department of Fish and Wildlife
CERS HAZ WASTE California Environmental Reporting System CERS TANKS AST/UST regulatory program
CEQA California Environmental Quality Act
CHMIRS California Hazardous Material Incident Report System CNEL Community Noise Equivalent Level
CO carbon monoxide
CRA Cultural Resources Assessment
CREC Controlled Recognized Environmental Conditions
CRHR California Register of Historical Resources
CVMSHCP Coachella Valley Multiple Species Habitat Conservation Plan CVSIP Coachella Valley PM10 State Implementation Plan
dB Decibel
dBA A-weighted decibel
DHS Desert Hot Springs
DOF Department of Finance
DPM diesel particulate matter
DVD Desert Valley Disposal
EIR Environmental Impact Report
ENF Enforcement Action Listing
EPA Environmental Protection Agency
ESA Environmental Site Assessment
FEMA Federal Emergency Management Agency
FIRM Flood Insurance Rate Map
FTA Federal Transit Administration
GHG Greenhouse Gas
GPU General Plan Update
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HIST CORTESE Historical Hazardous Waste & Substance Site List HREC Historical Recognized Environmental Conditions
kBTU kilo-British Thermal Unit
kWh kilowatt-hour
LOS Level of Service
LST localized significance thresholds
NAHC Native American Heritage Commission
MBTA Migratory Bird Treaty Act
MC Municipal Code
MLD Most-Likely-Descendent
MM Mitigation Measures
MMRP Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program
MS4 Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System
MSWD Mission Springs Water District
MU-C Mixed-Use Corridor
NAHC Native American Heritage Commission
ND Negative Declaration
NOX oxides of nitrogen
NPDES National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System
NRHP National Register of Historic Places
OS Open Space
PCE passenger car equivalent
PGAM peak ground acceleration
PM2.5 particulate matter less than 2.5 microns in diameter PM10 particulate matter less than 10 microns in diameter REC Recognized Environmental Conditions
RHNA Regional Housing Needs Assessment
R-L Residential Low
R-M Residential Medium
ROG reactive organic gases
RTP/SCS Regional Transportation Plan/Sustainable Communities Strategy RUWMP Regional Urban Water Management Plan
RWQCB Regional Water Quality Control Board
SB Senate Bill
SCAG Southern California Association of Government
SCE Southern California Edison
SIP State Implementation Plan
SoCalGas Southern California Gas Company
SOI Sphere of Influence
SOX sulfur oxide
SPT Standard Penetration Test
SRA State Responsibility Area
SSAB Salton Sea Air Basin
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SWPPP Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan
TCR Tribal Cultural Resources
TDM Transportation Demand Management
THPO Tribal Historic Preservation OAicer
tpd tons per day
UST Underground storage tanks
UWMP Urban Water Management Plan
VMT Vehicle Miles Traveled
VHFSZ Very High Fire Severity Zones
VOC volatile organic compound
WEAP Worker Environmental Awareness Program
WQMP Water Quality Management Plan
ZNE Zero Net Energy
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SECTION 1: INTRODUCTION
This Addendum, checklist, and attached supporting documents have been prepared to determine whether and to what extent the 2020 General Plan Update and Zoning Amendment Environmental Impact Report (2020 EIR), (State Clearinghouse No. 2019080101) certified by the City of Desert Hot Springs on May 26, 2020 remains suAicient to address the potential impacts of the proposed Crossing at Camino Campanero (proposed project), or whether additional documentation is required under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) (Public Resources Code [PRC] § 21000, et seq.).

1.1 - Addendum/Environmental Checklist
Pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 21166, and CEQA Guidelines Sections 15162, 15164, subd. (a), and 15168, the attached Addendum/Checklist has been prepared to evaluate the proposed project. The attached Addendum/Checklist uses the standard environmental checklist categories provided in Appendix G of the CEQA Guidelines but provides answer columns for evaluation consistent with the considerations listed under CEQA Guidelines Section 15162, subd. (a).

1.2 - Environmental Analysis and Conclusions
CEQA Guidelines Section 15164, subd. (a) provides that the lead agency or a responsible agency shall prepare an Addendum to a previously certified Environmental Impact Report (EIR) or Negative Declaration (ND) if some changes or additions are necessary but none of the conditions described in CEQA Guidelines Section 15162 calling for preparation of a subsequent EIR or ND have occurred (CEQA Guidelines, § 15164, subd. (a)).

An Addendum need not be circulated for public review but can be included in or attached to the Final EIR or ND (CEQA Guidelines § 15164, subd. (c)). The decision-making body shall consider the Addendum to the Final EIR prior to making a decision on the proposed project (CEQA Guidelines § 15164, subd. (d)). An agency must also include a brief explanation of the decision not to prepare a subsequent EIR or ND pursuant to Section 15162 (CEQA Guidelines § 15164, subd. (e)).

Similarly, CEQA Guidelines Section 15168, subd. (c) provides that later activities in a program studied in an EIR must be examined in the light of the program EIR to determine whether an additional environmental document must be prepared. If the agency finds that pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15162, no subsequent EIR would be required, the agency can approve the activity as being within the scope of the project covered by the program EIR, and no new environmental document is required. (CEQA Guidelines § 15168, subd. (c)(2).) Where the later activities involve site specific operations, such as the proposed project, the Guidelines recommend that the agency should use a written checklist or similar device to document the evaluation of the site and the activity to determine whether the environmental eAects of the operation are within the scope of the program EIR. (CEQA Guidelines § 15168, subd. (c)(4).) This document serves as that written checklist.

According to CEQA Guidelines Section 15162, once an EIR or ND has been certified for a project, no subsequent EIR or ND is required under CEQA unless, based on substantial evidence:

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1. Substantial changes are proposed in the project which will require major revisions of the previous EIR or ND . . . due to the involvement of new significant environmental eAects or a substantial increase in the severity of previously identified significant eAects;1

2. Substantial changes occur with respect to the circumstances under which the project is undertaken which will require major revisions of the previous EIR or ND . . . due to the involvement of new significant environmental eAects or a substantial increase in the severity of previously identified significant eAects; or

3. New information of substantial importance, which was not known and could not have been known with the exercise of reasonable diligence at the time the previous EIR was certified as complete or the ND was adopted . . . shows any of the following:

A. The project will have one or more significant eAects not discussed in the previous EIR or ND or negative declaration;
B. Significant eAects previously examined will be substantially more severe than shown in the previous EIR or ND;
C. Mitigation measures or alternatives previously found not to be feasible would in fact be feasible, and would substantially reduce one or more significant eAects of the project, but the project proponents decline to adopt the mitigation measure or alternative; or D. Mitigation measures or alternatives which are considerably diAerent from those analyzed in the previous EIR or ND would substantially reduce one or more significant eAects on the environment, but the project proponents decline to adopt the mitigation measure or alternative (CEQA Guidelines, Section 15162, subd. (a); see also Public Resources Code, Section 21166).

This Addendum, checklist, and attached documents constitute substantial evidence supporting the conclusion that preparation of a supplemental or subsequent EIR or ND is not required prior to approval of the above-referenced permits by responsible and trustee agencies and provides the required documentation under CEQA.

This Addendum/Checklist compares the project’s impacts to those disclosed in the Desert Hot Springs General Plan EIR (2020 EIR).

1.2.1 - Findings
The proposed project reflects minor changes and additions to the project described in the certified 2020 EIR.

There are no substantial changes resulting from the proposed project or in the circumstances in which the project will be undertaken that require major revisions of the 2020 EIR. The proposed project does not require preparation of a new subsequent or supplemental EIR, due to either the involvement of new significant environmental eAects or a substantial increase in the severity of previously identified significant eAects. The project’s impacts are within the scope of the 2020 EIR. 1 CEQA Guidelines Section 15382 defines “significant eAect on the environment” as “ . . . a substantial, or potentially substantial adverse change in any of the physical conditions within the area aAected by the project, including land, air, water, minerals, flora, fauna, ambient noise, and objects of historic or aesthetic significance . . .” (see also Public Resources Code [PRC], § 21068).

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As stated above, the project is located within the Residential High (R-H) land use and zoning designation, which allows 20 to 30 dwelling units per acre per the General Plan and Zoning Code. The project proposes to change the General Plan land use and zoning designation from R-H to Residential Medium (R-M), which allows up to 20 dwelling units per acre.

The project proposes 64 aAordable housing units. The project site is currently assigned 125 aAordable housing units per the City’s approved Housing Element. Riverside County currently has an aAordable housing project planned on APN 656-040-061, which is zoned Mixed Use Corridor (MU-C), with no assigned aAordable housing units. Under MU-C zoning, housing is not required, and the site could have all commercial uses. The County’s developer, Abode Communities is submitting a project to develop 167 aAordable housing units. Therefore, the remaining 61 aAordable housing units assigned to the project site (APN 656-050-006) will be reassigned to the Riverside County site APN 656-040-061 with no net loss in aAordable housing, consistent with “no net loss” requirements contained in Government Code Section 65580 et. seq., thereby allowing the property to be zoned Residential Medium (R-M) while complying with Housing Element Law.2 Therefore, the proposed project would involve a minor change to the Desert Hot Springs General Plan EIR; therefore, an Addendum is an appropriate CEQA compliance pathway for the proposed project.

The Desert Hot Springs General Plan EIR analyzed impacts at a programmatic level, consistent with the level of detail in a general plan. The project would implement the General Plan’s vision of housing on the project site, although with fewer units than originally anticipated. Because the project is a later activity that implements the General Plan and involves site specific operations, a checklist document pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15168(c)(4) (“15168 Checklist” or “Checklist”) also is an appropriate CEQA compliance pathway. This document satisfies the requirements for both an Addendum and a 15168 Checklist.

Table 1: A1ordable Housing Unit Counts
Site APN Current Zoning Existing Unit Count Proposed Unit Count Project Site 656-050-006 R-H (20-30 du/ac) 125 64
Adobe Communities 656-040-061 MU-C (0 du/ac) 0 167
Total Units -- -- 125 231
There are no substantial changes from the proposed project or in the circumstances in which the proposed project will be undertaken that require major revisions of the Final EIR, or preparation of a new subsequent or supplemental EIR, due to the involvement of new significant environmental eAects or a substantial increase in the severity of previously identified significant eAects. As illustrated herein, the proposed project is consistent with the 2020 EIR and would involve only minor changes and is within the scope of the impacts disclosed in the 2020 EIR.

1.2.2 - Conclusions
The City of Desert Hot Springs may approve the proposed project based on this Addendum/Checklist. The impacts of the proposed project remain within the impacts previously analyzed in the 2020 EIR (CEQA Guidelines §§ 15164, 15168, subd. (c)).
2 Per City of Desert Hot Springs Letter, dated January 22, 2025, and signed by Patricia Villagomez, Principal Planner (Appendix I).

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The proposed project does not require any major revisions to the 2020 EIR and is within the scope of the impacts disclosed in the 2020 EIR. No new significant information or changes in circumstances surrounding the proposed project have occurred since the certification of the 2020 EIR. Therefore, the previous CEQA analyses completed for the certified 2020 EIR remain adequate. The applicable mitigation measures from the 2020 EIR would be imposed on the proposed project as described herein.

1.3 - Mitigation Monitoring Program
As required by Public Resources Code Section 21081.6, subd. (a)(1), a Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program (MMRP) has been prepared for the proposed project in order to monitor the implementation of the mitigation measures that have been adopted for the proposed project. Any long-term monitoring of mitigation measures imposed on the overall development will be implemented through the MMRP.

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SECTION 2: PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The project applicant, A0738 Desert Hot Springs, L.P., is proposing to construct a multifamily residential community with 64 dwelling units (one- to three-bedrooms) on approximately 5 acres in the City of Desert Hot Springs, California.

2.1 - Project Location and Setting

2.1.1 - Location
The 5-acre project site is located north of Camino Campanero, and approximately 600 feet east of Palm Drive in the City of Desert Hot Springs, in Riverside County, California, associated with Assessor’s Parcel Number (APN) 656-050-006 (Latitude 33˚ 56’ 24” North; Longitude 116˚ 29’ 53” West) (Exhibit 1, Regional Location Map, and Exhibit 2, Vicinity Map).

2.1.2 - Environmental Setting
Project Site
The 5-acre project site is undeveloped and surrounded primarily by developed land to the north, east and south, and undeveloped land to the west. The site is vacant and includes scattered desert vegetation. The site has also been subject to human disturbance, indicating vehicle tracks onsite. (Exhibit 3, Aerial Map).

Project Vicinity
Land surrounding the project site is mainly comprised of undeveloped land, designated as Mixed-Use Corridor (MU-C) to the west; the Mission Springs Park, designated as Open Space (OS) to the north; developed single family homes, designated as Residential Low (R-L) to the east; and the paved right-of-way, Camino Campanero, and developed single family homes, designated as Residential Medium (R-M), to the south of the project site.

2.1.3 - General Plan and Zoning
The City of Desert Hot Springs (City)(DHS) consists predominantly of low-density residential development, several commercial centers at key intersections, a pedestrian scale downtown, and light industrial uses on the periphery. Much of the City, as well as areas within the City’s Sphere of Influence (SOI) (collectively, Planning Area), and is currently undeveloped; there are areas on the periphery of the City where residential development has been started.3, 4
The 2020 EIR envisions a residential use within the project site, as outlined in the Land Use Policy Plan of the General Plan. The entire project site is designated as Residential High (R-H). Similarly, according to the City of 3 City of Desert Hot Springs. 2020. General Plan Update and Zoning Amendment Environmental Impact Report, page 2-1. 4 Planning Area consists of the corporate boundaries of the City of Desert Hot Springs and its SOI. The City’s corporate boundaries total 30.5 square miles, and its SOI (unincorporated Riverside County) totals 28.8 square miles for a total Planning Area of 59.3 square miles.

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Desert Hot Springs Zoning Map, the entire project site is zoned as Residential High (R-H) (Exhibit 3, Existing General Plan and Zoning Map). As previously stated, the site is surrounded by existing residential communities to the east and to the south (separated by Camino Campanero). These residential uses support low density communities (up to 6 dwelling units per acre) and medium density communities (up to 20 dwelling units per acre). The Zoning Map was updated November 16th, 2023.

2.2 - Project Background

2.2.1 - City of Desert Hot Springs General Plan Update
The City of Desert Hot Springs General Plan Update (General Plan) was adopted in May 2020, and establishes land use designations within the City Planning Area. Zoning and development density for the site is established by the 2020 EIR and Zoning Amendment. The 2020 EIR was certified on May 26, 2020. The 2020 EIR considered the potential environmental impacts of buildout to 2040, including the addition of approximately 59,086 people to the City’s population.5

2.2.2 - City of Desert Hot Springs General Plan Update and Zoning Amendment Environmental Impact Report
The 2020 EIR establishes the zoning, planning, and development standards such as the allowable development density for the lands within its boundaries, within which the project site and related oA-site improvement areas are wholly located. Overall, the 2020 EIR is intended to achieve the land use, transportation, housing, and other goals of the City and reflect the community’s growth over the long-term. The City prepared the Final EIR on May 1, 2020, and the related MMRP on May 6, 2020, pursuant to CEQA Guidelines. After certifying the 2020 EIR, the General Plan and the Zoning Code Amendment were approved on May 26, 2020.

As stated above, the project site is located within the City’s Residential High (R-H) land use and zoning designation. This designation is primarily located near transit lines and commercial centers that oAer convenient services and amenities to residents. This designation allows 20 to 30 dwelling units per acre.6 The
project proposes up to 64 units on the approximately 5-acre site, which would result in 14.71 dwelling units per acre. Since the City’s land use and zoning designation allows 20 to 30 dwelling units per acre, the project proposes a General Plan Amendment and rezoning of the property to Residential Medium Density (R-M) to account for the proposed 14.71 dwelling units per acre. As previously noted, the remainder of the project site’s residential capacity has been transferred to a site that previously had no assumed residential allocation.

2.3 - Project Characteristics

2.3.1 - Project Summary
5 City of Desert Hot Springs. 2020. General Plan Update and Zoning Amendment Environmental Impact Report. Page 4.14-

5. 6 City of Desert Hot Springs, 2020. Land Use and Community Design Element, Page LU-14.

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The project applicant proposes to construct a multifamily residential community with up to 64 dwelling units in four buildings on approximately 5 acres in the City of Desert Hot Springs, California. The four multifamily buildings will be two stories in height. The project also proposes a one-story, 3,986-square-foot community building that will feature a lounge, management oAice, a central laundry room, maintenance space, and a patio overlooking the play area. Additional amenities include a pool, barbeque areas, community gardens, teen area, designated smoking areas, and tot lot. The project also proposes 137 parking spaces (Exhibit 6, Site Plan).

2.3.2 - Operation
Operation of the proposed project would be consistent with a multifamily community which occurs throughout the City. The project will provide needed housing within the City of Desert Hot Springs, with amenities for the residents. The project is located near existing residential uses to the east and south. The site is also located approximately 600 feet east of Palm Drive, which is designated a Primary I roadway7, and includes commercial uses (grocery stores, restaurants, etc.).

2.3.3 - Employment
Operations are expected to require 1 full-time on-site property manager. StaA hours will generally be 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, with evening and weekend hours as needed.

2.3.4 - Vehicular Access and Parking
Access to the site would occur on Camino Campanero, at the project’s southern boundary. Three access points are proposed: (1) at the center of the southern Camino Campanero frontage, which would allow visitor parking for the recreation/leasing center, (2) gated access at the southwest corner of the site, and (3) gated access at the southeast corner of the site. The gated access points at the southwestern and southeastern corners of the site are primarily for resident use. The project would provide 137 parking spaces on site. Additional roadway improvements will include street frontage improvements along Camino Campanero, consisting of curb, gutter and sidewalk improvements.

2.3.5 - Landscaping
The proposed project would include landscaping at building entrances, along building frontages, and parking areas. The project proposes various shade trees including shoestring acacia, strawberry tree, weeping bottle brush, carob tree, palo verde, olive tree, honey mesquite, cork oak, and Texas mountain laurel. Proposed shrubs include aloe, barrel cactus, ocotillo, yucca, and various agave, and groundcovers include various bushes (dwarf coyote bush and trailing indigo bush) and prairie zinnia. Plant palette selection would be based on recommended plant materials from the Mission Springs Water District (MSWD) and from research of plant materials adaptable for the area, which are low water use and low maintenance. Landscaping would be incorporated immediately surrounding the proposed buildings and along the perimeter of the project site, including Camino Campanero. There would be several practical uses of planting for the site, including screening views of parking areas from oA-site, providing shade canopy trees for cooling the parking lot 7 City of Desert Hot Springs, 2020. Mobility and Infrastructure Element, Figure MI-7, Roadways Plan, Page MI-21.

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pavement, stabilizing potential erosion eAects, along with allowing for large areas of the site to remain undisturbed as native desert floor.

2.3.6 - Utilities
The proposed project would utilize existing utility connections from the following providers:
• Electricity – Southern California Edison (SCE)
• Natural Gas – Southern California Gas Company (SoCalGas) • Potable Water – MSWD
• Wastewater – MSWD
• Solid Waste – Desert Valley Disposal

Water
The project site would be served by public water. Existing 12-inch water lines exists along Camino Campanero, south of the site. The project proposes to connect to the existing water lines and extend the lines north to the site.

Stormwater
The project site is currently empty and undeveloped. Stormwater currently percolates into the soil and sheetflows from the northwest corner of the site to the southeast corner of the site. Development of the site would create impervious surfaces onsite. To control stormwater drainage onsite, the project proposes a 5,200 squarefoot underground basin at the southern boundary of the site to collect onsite flows. The proposed basin is sized to meet hydrological and water quality requirements.

Wastewater
The project site would be served by public sanitary sewer. Existing 8-inch sewer exists along Avenue Descanso, southeast of the site. The project proposes to connect to the existing sewer at the intersection of Avenue Descanso and Camino Campanero. The proposed sewer lateral will connect to the existing sewer line and extend the line west, along Camino Campanero.

2.3.7 - Construction
The following construction schedule was assumed for the purposes of this environmental analysis. Grading of the proposed project would start in 2025. Construction would begin in December 2025 and be completed and operating in January 2028.

2.4 - Discretionary Approvals
The proposed project requires the following discretionary approvals from the City of Desert Hot Springs:
• General Plan Amendment
• Zoning Map Amendment
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• Design Review
• Development Permit
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Exhibit 1: Regional Location Map
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Exhibit 2: Local Vicinity Map

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Exhibit 3: Aerial Map

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Exhibit 4: Existing General Plan and Zoning Map
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Exhibit 5: Proposed General Plan and Zoning Map
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Exhibit 6: Site Plan

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SECTION 3: CEQA CHECKLIST
The purpose of the checklist is to evaluate the categories in terms of any changed condition (e.g., changed circumstances, project changes, or new information of substantial importance) that may result in a changed environmental result (e.g., a new significant impact or substantial increase in the severity of a previously identified significant eAect) (CEQA Guidelines § 15162) as required by CEQA Guidelines Sections 15164 and 15168.

The questions posed in the checklist are consistent with the thresholds analyzed in the 2020 EIR and are based on Appendix G of the CEQA Guidelines. A “no” answer does not necessarily mean that there are no potential impacts relative to the environmental category, but that there is no change in the condition or status of the impact since it was analyzed and addressed with mitigation measures in the Final EIR. These environmental categories might be answered with a “no” in the checklist, since the proposed project does not introduce changes that would result in a modification to the conclusion of the previously approved CEQA document.

This Addendum/15168 Checklist addresses the conclusions of the Desert Hot Springs General Plan EIR.

3.1 - Explanation of Checklist Evaluation Categories
(1) Conclusion in Desert Hot Springs General Plan EIR and Related Documents This column summarizes the conclusion of the Desert Hot Springs General Plan EIR relative to the environmental issue listed under each topic.
(2) Do the Proposed Changes Involve New Impacts?
Pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15162, subd. (a)(1), this column indicates whether the changes represented by the project will result in new significant environmental impacts not previously identified or mitigated by the Desert Hot Springs General Plan EIR or whether the changes will result in a substantial increase in the severity of a previously identified significant impact. (3) New Circumstances Involving New Impacts?
Pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15162, subd. (a)(2), this column indicates whether there have been substantial changes with respect to the circumstances under which the project is undertaken that will require major revisions to the Desert Hot Springs General Plan EIR due to the involvement of new significant environmental eAects or a substantial increase in the severity of previously identified significant eAects.
(4) New Information Requiring New Analysis or Verification? Pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15162, subd. (a)(3)(A-D), this column indicates whether new information of substantial importance, which was not known and could not have been known with the exercise of reasonable diligence at the time the Desert Hot Springs General Plan EIR was adopted, shows any of the following:
(A) The project will have one or more significant eAects not discussed in the previous EIR or Negative Declaration;
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(B) Significant eAects previously examined will be substantially more severe than shown in the previous Desert Hot Springs General Plan EIR;
(C) Mitigation measures or alternatives previously found not to be feasible would in fact be feasible, and would substantially reduce one or more significant eAects of the project, but the project proponents decline to adopt the mitigation measure or alternative; or (D) Mitigation measures or alternatives which are considerably diAerent from those analyzed in the previous Desert Hot Springs General Plan EIR would substantially reduce one or more significant eAects on the environment, but the project proponents decline to adopt the mitigation measure or alternative.

If the additional analysis completed as part of this environmental review were to find that the conclusions of the Desert Hot Springs General Plan EIR remain the same and no new significant impacts are identified, or identified impacts are not found to be substantially more severe, or additional mitigation is not necessary, then the question would be answered “no” and no additional environmental document would be required.
(5) Mitigation Measures Implemented or Address Impacts
Pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Sections 15162, subd. (a)(3), and 15168, subd. (c)(3), this column indicates whether the Desert Hot Springs General Plan EIR provides mitigation measures to address eAects in the related impact category. Any previously adopted mitigation measures will be identified.

These mitigation measures will be implemented with the construction of the project, as applicable. If “NA” is indicated, the 2020 EIR has concluded that the impact either does not occur or is not significant, and therefore no mitigation measures were needed.

3.2 - Discussion and Mitigation Sections
(1) Discussion
A discussion of the elements of the checklist is provided under each environmental category in order to clarify the answers. The discussion provides information about the particular environmental issue, how the project relates to the issue, and the status of any mitigation that may be required or that has already been implemented.

(2) Mitigation Measures
Applicable mitigation measures from the Desert Hot Springs General Plan EIR that apply to the proposed project are listed under each environmental category. (3) Conclusions
A discussion of the conclusion relating to the analysis is contained in each section.

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Environmental Issue Area Conclusion
in DHS
General
Plan EIR
Do the
Proposed
Changes
Involve New
or More
Severe
Impacts?
New
Circumstances
Involving New
or More Severe
Impacts?
New
Information
Requiring
New
Analysis or
Verification
?
Mitigation
Measures
Within
Scope
of
2020
EIR?
I. Aesthetics
Except as provided in Public Resources Code Section 21099, would the project:
a) Have a substantial adverse
eAect on a scenic vista?
Less than
significant
impact.

No No No None Yes
b) Substantially damage scenic
resources, including, but not
limited to, trees, rock
outcroppings, and historic
building within a State Scenic
Highway?
Less than
significant
impact.

No No No None Yes
c) In non-urbanized areas, the
existing visual character or
quality of public views
substantially degrades of the
site and its surroundings?
(Public views are those that are
experienced from publicly
accessible vantage point). If the
project is in an urbanized area,
would the project conflict with
applicable zoning and other
regulations governing scenic
quality?
Less than
significant
impact.

No No No None Yes
d) Create a new source of
substantial light or glare which
would adversely aAect day or
nighttime views in the area?
Less than
significant
impact.

No No No None Yes
Discussion
a) Based on the 2020 EIR, the City found that the General Plan Update (GPU) would not have a substantial impact on a scenic vista. (2020 EIR, p. 4.1-4.) Policy LU-12.5 assures the development design enhances the aesthetics of the community and respects surrounding existing and planned land uses to preserve any scenic vistas. To protect dark sky resources, Policy OS-7.2 and OS-7.10 which limit the amount and type of lighting within new developments, reduce impacts to scenic vistas by avoiding extreme changes in the scale of adjacent development sites while protecting and maintaining the existing views of the surrounding hillsides and mountains. The 2020 EIR concluded that impacts would be less than significant.

The proposed project’s potential impacts would be consistent with what was analyzed in the 2020 EIR.

Views from the project site include the San Bernardino Mountain range to the northwest, San Gorgonio Mountains to the west, and the Indio Hills and Little San Bernardino Mountains to the north and northeast of the project site. Due to the distance of the Mountains, and the existing development surrounding the project site, the base and mid-range views of the surrounding mountains are already obstructed, however the peak views are visible from the project.

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The project proposes two-story buildings for the residential units, and a one-story building for the leasing oAice and community amenities. The proposed building heights are consistent with the allowed building heights for R-M designations and surrounding building heights. Proposed building setbacks and orientation will reduce the scale of the buildings observed from the surrounding right-ofway. The project would not create a new significant obstruction of views to peaks of surrounding mountains given surrounding, existing development.

In addition, the proposed project would comply with applicable 2020 EIR and State policies related to visual and scenic resources. Therefore, the proposed project would not introduce environmental impacts related to a scenic vista or create more severe impacts than those analyzed in the 2020 EIR.

No additional analysis is required.
b) According to the 2020 EIR, the GPU would not include any aspect that would result in damaging scenic resources, such as trees, rock outcroppings, and historic buildings in proximity to a State Scenic Highway, consistent with Policy OS-7.1. Policy OS-7.1 states, “Limit the impact of development on scenic corridors, vistas, and resources through enforcement of development regulations. Preserve scenic routes in accordance with Caltrans’ Scenic Highways Plan.” The 2020 EIR concluded that impacts would be less than significant.

State Route (SR) 62 is identified as a State eligible Scenic Highway. The portion of SR-62 that has been oAicially designated Scenic Highway is approximately 5.45 miles west of the project site. According to the Western Coachella Valley Area Plan, Interstate 10 (I-10) and various roads within the City of Desert Hot Springs, including a portion of Palm Drive, are identified as County eligible Scenic Highways (Figure 9, Western Coachella Valley Area Plan Scenic Highways). The project is located approximately 3.25 miles north of I-10 and 600 feet east of Palm Drive. The project site does not contain scenic resources such as trees, rock outcroppings, or historic buildings or scenic resources visible from a state scenic highway. Therefore, the proposed project would not introduce environmental impacts related to scenic resources in a State Scenic Highway or create more severe impacts than those analyzed in the 2020 EIR. No additional analysis required.
c) According to the 2020 EIR, development consistent with the GPU would not substantially degrade the existing visual character or quality of the City. The GPU includes policies concerning compatibility, including requiring that new development be visually and functionally compatible with established residential neighborhoods, industrial and commercial areas, and natural desert habitat areas.

The proposed project is located in a land use area designated residential high and is in an urbanized area, with existing residential communities to the east and south, and a community park to the north.

Residential High (R-H) designations allows for multiple unit developments between 20 and 30 dwelling units per acre. This designation is primarily located near transit lines and commercial centers that oAer convenient services and amenities to residents. Developments within R-H designations are restricted to a maximum height of four stories.8

8 City of Desert Hot Springs General Plan, Land Use and Community Design Element, Page LU-14.

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As previously stated, the project site is primarily surrounded by residential communities to the east and south, a community park to the north, and undeveloped land to the west. The project proposes a multifamily residential community with four residential buildings, and a community building for onsite amenities. The residential buildings will be two stories, while the community building will be one-story.

The building heights are consistent with allowed building heights for the R-H designation and proposed R-M designation.

The project will be developed consistent with the design standards and guidelines established by the City to ensure impacts to scenic quality is less than significant. The scenic/design quality in the project area is governed by the Desert Hot Springs General Plan. The Land Use and Community Design Element of the General Plan defines the important design goals and guides new development to enhance Desert Hot Springs’ identity. Additionally, Chapter 17.08 of the Desert Hot Springs Municipal Code (DHS MC) outlines the permitted uses, development standards and guidelines, site planning and architecture regulations for residential districts. The project will be consistent with the regulations established in the DHS MC.

The proposed project is less dense that the development contemplated in the General Plan and would not introduce environmental impacts related to applicable zoning and other regulations governing scenic quality or the visual character and quality of the site or public views of the site, or create more severe impacts than those analyzed in the 2020 EIR. No additional analysis is required. d) According to the 2020 EIR, new sources of light or glare would not adversely aAect day or nighttime views in the City because outdoor lighting is regulated by 17.40.140 of the City’s Municipal Code, which requires minimizing the impacts of new sources of light and glare so that they do not extend oA the boundary of the parcel. Administration of policies and regulations through the City’s routine design review and plan check procedures will ensure that new light sources associated with future development are appropriately designed and maintained to minimize impacts associated with light and glare.

The development within the project site would use lighting consistent with the development standards and design guidelines of the General Plan Update and the DHS MC, which call for high-quality, residential impact developments. Lighting associated with the project will be downward-oriented and low-intensity fixtures, located at building entrances, along pedestrian pathways, and illuminating signage. Therefore, the proposed project would not introduce environmental impacts related to the visual character or quality of the site and its surroundings or create more severe impacts than those analyzed in the 2020 EIR. No additional analysis is required.

Relevant 2020 EIR Mitigation Measures that Apply to the Proposed Project None required.

Conclusion
The project proposes a multifamily residential use in an area designated for residential uses. The proposed project would not create new or more significant impacts to aesthetics, light, and glare resources beyond what Item Number: 4.

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was analyzed in the 2020 EIR. Since certification of the 2020 EIR there have been no change in circumstances or significant new information that would alter its conclusions. The conclusions from the 2020 EIR remain unchanged when considering the changes proposed by the project, which is within the scope of the 2020 EIR.

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Environmental Issue Area
Conclusion
in Desert Hot
Springs
General Plan
EIR
Do the
Proposed
Changes
Involve New or
More Severe
Impacts?
New
Circumstances
Involving New
Or More Severe
Impacts?
New
Information
Requiring
New
Analysis or
Verification?
Mitigation
Measures
Within
Scope
of
2020
EIR?
II. Agricultural and Forest Resources
In determining whether impacts to agricultural resources are significant environmental e9ects, lead agencies may refer to the California Agricultural Land Evaluation and Site Assessment Model (1997) prepared by the California Dept. of Conservation as an optional model to use in assessing impacts on agriculture and farmland. In determining whether impacts to forest resources, including timberland, are significant environmental e9ects, lead agencies may refer to information compiled by the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection regarding the State’s inventory of forest land, including the Forest and Range Assessment Project and the Forest Legacy Assessment project; and forest carbon measurement methodology provided in Forest Protocols adopted by the California Air Resources Board. 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 nonagricultural use?
No impact. No No No None Yes
b) Conflict with existing
zoning for agricultural use,
or a Williamson Act
contract?
No impact. No No No None Yes
c) Conflict with existing
zoning for, or cause
rezoning of, forest land (as
defined in Public
Resources Code Section
12220(g)), timberland (as
defined by Public
Resources Code Section
4526), or timberland
zoned Timberland
Production (as defined by
Government Code Section
51104(g))?
No impact. No No No None Yes
d) Result in the loss of
forest land or conversion
of forest land to non-forest
use?
No impact. No No No None Yes
e) Involve other changes in
the existing environment
which, due to their
location or nature, could
result in conversion of
Farmland, to nonagricultural use or
conversion of forest land
to non-forest use?
No impact. No No No None Yes
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Discussion
a) According to the 2020 EIR, the City’s Planning Area mapped by the California Department of Conservation does not currently contain any land identified as “important farmland,” (Prime Farmland, Farmland of Statewide Importance, Unique Farmland and Farmland of Local Importance). Only smallscale commercial outdoor agricultural uses have historically occurred within the Planning Area.9

The entire project site is within the City’s Planning Area, which does not support agricultural land activities. The California Department of Conservation considers the project site Other Land, and there is no agricultural land uses identified within the site.10 Accordingly, the project would not convert Prime Farmland, Unique Farmland, or Farmland of Statewide Importance and no impact would occur.

Therefore, the proposed project would not introduce environmental impacts related to the conversion of farmland land uses to non-agricultural land uses or create more severe impacts than those analyzed in the 2020 EIR. No additional analysis is required.
b) According to the 2020 EIR, the City’s Planning Area is classified as Non-Williamson Act Land, including Non-Enrolled Land and Urban and Build-Up Land. The Planning Area does not contain any Williamson Act land. Therefore, there would be no impact.

The project site is located in a residential designated land use area and does not support agricultural uses. Thus, there would be no impact resulting from the development of residential units. As stated above, the City’s Planning Area, which includes the project site, is classified as Non-Williamson Act Land. As such, the proposed project would not introduce environmental impacts that would conflict with existing agriculture zoning or a Williamson Act contract or create more severe impacts than those analyzed in the 2020 EIR. No additional analysis is required. c) According to the 2020 EIR, the City’s Planning Area currently does not have any land zoned or utilized for agricultural or forestry purposes. There are no existing lands defined as Timberland in the Planning Area. Therefore, the proposed project would not impact Timberland zoned lands. There would be no impact.

The project site does not include any forest or timberland uses. No impact would occur with development of a warehouse and distribution facility. Therefore, the proposed project would not introduce any new environmental impacts. No additional analysis is required. d) According to the 2020 EIR, the City’s Planning Area does not contain forest land. This condition precludes the possibility of the City converting forest land to non-forest use. Therefore, it was determined that no impact would occur.

The project site consists of Other Land and does not contain forest uses. These conditions preclude the possibility of loss or conversion of forestlands to non-forest uses. No impacts would occur with 9 City of Desert Hot Springs. General Plan Update and Zoning Amendment Environmental Impact Report 2020, page 4.2-3. 10 California Department of Conservation. 2021. California Important Farmland Finder. Website:
https://maps.conservation.ca.gov/DLRP/CIFF/.

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the development of residential units. Therefore, the proposed project would not introduce any new environmental impacts. No additional analysis is required. e) According to the 2020 EIR, the City’s Planning Area does not currently have any lands zoned for commercial agricultural or forestry purposes, which precludes the possibility of adverse eAects to agricultural or forest resources. Therefore, it was determined that no impact would occur.

The project site does not contain agricultural, or forest uses, which precludes the possibility of loss or conversion of agricultural or forestlands to non-agricultural or non-forest uses. No impacts would occur with development of residential units Therefore, the proposed project would not introduce any new environmental impacts. No additional analysis is required.

Relevant 2020 EIR Mitigation Measures that Apply to the Proposed Project None required.

Conclusion
The proposed project would not create new or more significant impacts to agricultural and forest resources beyond what was analyzed in the 2020 EIR. Since certification of the 2020 EIR there have been no change in circumstances or significant new information that would alter its conclusions. The conclusions from the 2020 EIR remain unchanged when considering the changes proposed by the project, which is within the scope of the 2020 EIR.

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Environmental Issue
Area
Conclusion in
Desert Hot
Springs
General
Plan EIR
Do the
Proposed
Changes
Involve
New or More
Severe
Impacts?
New
Circumstances
Involving New
or
More Severe
Impacts?
New
Information
Requiring
New
Analysis or
Verification?
Mitigation
Measures
Within
Scope
of 2020
EIR?
III. Air Quality
Where available, the significance criteria established by the applicable air quality management district 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?
Significant and
unavoidable
impact.

No No No None Yes
b) Result in a
cumulatively
considerable net
increase of any
criteria pollutant for
which the project
region is
nonattainment under
an applicable federal
or State ambient air
quality standard?
Significant and
unavoidable
impact.

No No No MM AQ-2B Yes
c) Expose sensitive
receptors to
substantial pollutant
concentrations?
Less than
significant
impact.

No No No None Yes
d) Result in other
emissions (such as
those leading to
odors or) adversely
aAecting a
substantial number
of people?
Less than
significant
impact.

No No No None Yes
Discussion
a) The 2020 EIR determined that the anticipated potential growth under implementation of the GPU would exceed the Southern California Association of Government (SCAG) growth projection and, therefore, be inconsistent with the 2016 Air Quality Management Plan (AQMP), which was the applicable air quality plan at the time of such analysis. The 2020 EIR concluded that construction emissions would not exceed the South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) regional or local significance thresholds with the inclusion of mitigation measures and, therefore, would not have the potential to cause or contribute to new or more frequent exceedances of national and State ozone standards. However, the population and employment growth that could occur under the 2020 EIR would be inconsistent with the 2016 Regional Transportation Plan/Sustainable Communities Strategy (RTP/SCS) growth forecast and could generate operational emissions of reactive organic gases (ROG), oxides of nitrogen (NOX), carbon monoxide (CO), particulate matter less than 10 microns in diameter (PM10), and particulate matter less than 2.5 microns in diameter (PM2.5) that increase the frequency and/or severity of air quality violations in the Coachella Valley or otherwise impede attainment of Item Number: 4.

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standards, even with the inclusion of mitigation measures designed to reduce project emissions.

Therefore, the 2020 EIR concluded that this impact would be significant and unavoidable, and the City adopted a statement of overriding considerations when certifying the 2020 EIR.

SCAQMD adopted their Final 2022 Air Quality Management Plan (AQMP) on December 2, 2022. The 2022 AQMP was approved by the California Air Resources Board (CARB) Board of Directors on January 26, 2023. The 2022 AQMP builds upon and supersedes the 2016 AQMP with updated strategies toward air quality attainment, while recognizing the challenges from experiencing the worst levels of groundlevel ozone (smog) and among the highest levels of fine particulate matter (PM2.5) in the nation, despite the progress in air pollution reduction. The 2022 AQMP also recognizes the Coachella Valley’s failure to meet federal ozone standards due to transport of pollution from the upwind South Coast Air Basin. The updated strategies focus on reducing emissions of nitrogen oxides (NOx) by 67 percent more than is required by adopted rules and regulations by 2037. This is to be achieved in part through the extensive use of zero emission technologies across all stationary and mobile sources, combined with additional controls over stationary sources that currently account for approximately 20 percent of NOx emissions. The 2022 AQMP recognizes that the overwhelming majority of NOx emissions are from heavy-duty trucks, ships and other State and federally regulated mobile sources that are mostly beyond SCAQMD’s control, so federal regulatory action will help toward the AQMP goals.

Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) is the federally designated Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) for the region, including the City and project site. SCAG is responsible for developing long-range transportation plans and sustainable communities strategies for the region in accordance with federal and state law and planning requirements, including but not limited to federal Clean Air Act ambient air quality standards and ambient air quality and greenhouse gas emissions reductions standards and targets. The Regional Transportation Plan/Sustainable Communities Strategy (RTP/SCS is updated and adopted every four years. The current 2020-2045 RTP/SCS (also known as Connect SoCal 2020) superseded the prior RTP/SCS under which the 2020 EIR analysis was completed. The 2020-2045 RTP/SCS was certified by CARB to meet the applicable 2035 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction target for automobiles and light trucks. The 2022 AQMP incorporates scientific and technological information and planning assumptions, including the 2020-2045 RTP/SCS, to support the integration of land use and transportation to help the region meet the federal CAA requirements. Although the prior 2020 EIR analysis may have found potential conflicts with implementation of the 2016 AQMP and associated RTP/SCS, the land use and growth assumptions of the City and other communities under the SCAG MPO have now been factored into the 2022 AQMP and 2020-2045 RTP/SCS toward the goal of meeting federal CAA requirements.

The proposed project is located within the SCAQMD jurisdiction. Applicable attainment status eAorts for the PM10 and ozone standard have not changed significantly since the 2020 EIR analysis. The attainment eAorts for the 24-hour PM10 standard continue to be managed under the 2003 Coachella Valley PM10 State Implementation Plan. The attainment eAorts for the 2008 8-hour ozone National Ambient Air Quality Standard are being managed under the Coachella Valley Attainment Plan adopted in October of 2024. The 2020 EIR analysis determined potentially significant and unavoidable impacts in part due to the scale of development involved in that EIR-level analysis.

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The proposed project has been evaluated using the most current modeling software available, CalEEMod Version 2022, to quantify the potential criteria air pollutant emissions and associated impacts. CalEEMod 2022 is widely accepted software for estimating emissions that has superseded prior modeling tools. The Proposed Project scope, including dwelling units, associated parking lot, and related improvements were incorporated as inputs to CalEEMod 2022 to calculate criteria air pollutants. CalEEMod 2022 incorporates the most current emission factors that may take into account a greater standard of eAiciency and regulatory mandates, compared to prior methods. It is understood that California regulations pertaining to energy eAiciency and emissions will continue to work toward air pollutant reductions during the life of the project. Therefore, current estimates are conservative and would be expected to decrease as regulatory emission reduction programs continue to be implemented.

As demonstrated on Tables 2 and 3 in the subsequent sub-section, the proposed land use and scale of development are not expected to result emission levels capable of exceeding the applicable construction-related and operational Air Quality Significance Thresholds, as established by SCAQMD.

Based on the current regulatory requirements and modeling, the project would not require mitigation measures to comply with the numeric emission thresholds. Therefore, the project would not contribute to any air quality violation or impede attainment of the goals in the 2022 AQMP. Secondly, the proposed project would not involve a significant change in the land use designation, pattern, or scale in a manner that would change the growth assumptions under the 2022 AQMP managed by SCAQMD.

The proposed project would comply with the applicable 2020 EIR, State, SCAQMD, regional and local policies related to air quality, including the most current SCAQMD Air Quality Significance Thresholds applicable to project construction and operations. As discussed in the Population and Housing section, the proposed project’s 64 dwelling units and projected total of 189 residents are not expected to incur a significant population growth in the City resulting in a potential conflict with the 2022 AQMP and 2020-2045 RTP/SCS. Therefore, the proposed project would not introduce or result in potentially substantially more severe significant environmental impacts involving any conflict with or obstruction to the implementation of the applicable 2022 AQMP than those analyzed in the 2020 EIR. No additional analysis is required.
b) The 2020 EIR determined the worst-case maximum daily construction emissions associated with project implementation could have the potential for ROG and NOX emissions (ozone precursors) to exceed SCAQMD regional thresholds. The 2020 EIR concluded that to reduce potential ROG and NOX emissions generated during construction, Mitigation Measures AQ-2A and AQ-2B would be required.

These measures would ensure that coating application activities would be reduced to levels below SCAQMD thresholds, by requiring development projects to implement SCAQMD Rule 1113 “supercompliant” coatings with a lower VOC content than the CalEEMod default assumption, as well as the application of coatings with eAicient spray equipment, and requiring the use of electric or other alternatively-powered non-diesel equipment where feasible, and the use of diesel engines that meet Tier IV final emission standards. Therefore, implementation of mitigation would reduce construction impacts to a cumulatively considerable net increase of any criteria pollutant for which the project region is nonattainment to a less than significant level. However, the 2020 EIR concluded that operational impacts would result in emissions of ROG, NOX, CO, PM10, and PM2.5 that exceed SCAQMD Item Number: 4.

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thresholds and impacts would remain significant and unavoidable even with implementation of mitigation.

As introduced previously, the current proposed project has been evaluated using the most current air quality modeling software (CalEEMod Version 2022). The project-specific land uses, construction quantities, and other specific parameters were entered into the model to estimate constructionrelated and operational emission levels that could then be compared against SCAQMD’s current Air Quality Significance Thresholds, updated in March of 2023 in coordination with the 2022 AQMP preparation. Table 2 presents the proposed project’s maximum daily construction emissions during the entire construction duration using the worst-case summer or winter daily construction-related criteria pollutant emissions for each phase of construction.

Table 2: Unmitigated Construction–Maximum Daily Emissions Source Emissions (lbs/day)
VOC NOX CO SOX PM10 PM2.5
Summer
Site Preparation, Grading,
Building Construction, Paving,
Architectural Coating

1.5262 10.270 16.282 0.0251 0.8957 0.4744
Winter
Site Preparation, Grading,
Building Construction, Paving,
Architectural Coating

12.737 31.713 30.882 0.0489 9.1897 5.2333
Maximum Daily Emissions 12.737 31.713 30.882 0.0489 9.1897 5.2333 South Coast AQMD
Air Quality Significance
Thresholds
75 100 550 150 150 55
Threshold Exceeded? NO NO NO NO NO NO
Notes:

Source: CalEEMod 2022.1.1.29
South Coast AQMD Air Quality Significance Thresholds, March 2023 CO = carbon monoxide
NOX = oxides of nitrogen
PM10 = particulate matter less than 10 microns in diameter PM2.5 = particulate matter less than 2.5 microns in diameter SCAQMD = South Coast Air Quality Management District
SOX = sulfur oxide
VOC = volatile organic compound
1 Assumes overlap of construction activities based on schedule presented in Appendix B.

The PM10 and PM2.5 emissions reflect the combined exhaust and mitigated fugitive dust emissions in accordance with SCAQMD Rule 403 and 403.1.

As shown in Table 2, the proposed project’s short-term construction emissions would not exceed any of the applicable thresholds for criteria air pollutants. All calculated emission levels would occur significantly below their respective thresholds without the need for mitigation. The implementation of MM AQ-2A involving the regulation of VOC content in architectural coatings would not be necessary for the proposed project to comply with the threshold, given that SCAQMD Rule 1113 currently requires VOC content at 50 grams per liter. Such VOC limit became eAective on January 1, 2019, as part of the Rule 1113 implementation plan. The implementation of VOC content at a lower rate than is required by Rule 1113 would not be necessary to comply with VOC thresholds. Moreover, MM AQ-2B Item Number: 4.

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involving the use of Tier IV oA-road construction equipment would not be necessary to comply with the VOC and NOx emission levels using CalEEMod default assumptions, but it will still be imposed.

Operational Emissions
Project-related operational criteria air emissions from mobile, area, and energy sources were also calculated using CalEEMod 2022. Mobile source emissions are those associated with automobiles that would travel to and from the project site. Area source emissions are those associated with natural gas combustion for space and water heating, landscape maintenance activities, and periodic architectural coatings. Energy source emissions are those associated with electricity consumption and are also pertinent for GHG emissions. Table 3 presents the proposed project’s maximum daily operational emissions.

Table 3: Operational Regional Pollutants
Source Emissions (lbs/day)
VOC NOX CO SOX PM10 PM2.5
Summer (Smog Season)
Mobile Source 1.1411 0.9355 9.4258 0.0229 1.9658 0.5091 Area Source 2.0875 0.0344 3.6373 0.0002 0.0017 0.0013
Energy Source 0.0321 0.2742 0.1167 0.0018 0.0222 0.0222 Total Maximum Daily Emissions 3.2607 1.2441 13.180 0.0248 1.9897 0.5325 SCAQMD Regional Threshold 55 55 550 150 150 55
Threshold Exceeded? NO NO NO NO NO NO
Winter
Mobile Source 0.9409 1.0135 6.5429 0.0203 1.9658 0.5091 Area Source 1.7533 0.000 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Energy Source 0.0321 0.2742 0.1167 0.0018 0.0222 0.0222 Total Maximum Daily Emissions 2.7263 1.2877 6.6595 0.0221 1.9880 0.5313 SCAQMD Regional Threshold 55 55 550 150 150 55
Threshold Exceeded? NO NO NO NO NO NO
Notes:

Source: CalEEMod 2022.1.1.29
CO = carbon monoxide
NOX = oxides of nitrogen
PM10 = particulate matter less than 10 microns in diameter PM2.5 = particulate matter less than 2.5 microns in diameter SCAQMD = South Coast Air Quality Management District
SOX = sulfur oxide
VOC = volatile organic compound

1. Emissions shown represent the maximum daily emissions from summer and winter seasons for each operational emission source and pollutant. Therefore, total daily operational emissions represent maximum daily emissions that could occur throughout the year.

As shown in Table 3, The updated analysis using CalEEMod 2022 indicates that the long-term operational emissions from the proposed project would not exceed any criteria pollutant thresholds established by the SCAQMD. Therefore, the proposed project is not expected to incur increased operational emission levels or changes in circumstance in a manner that would exceed the applicable Item Number: 4.

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threshold or create new significant impacts. No operational mitigation would be necessary to maintain compliance with the SCAQMD operational thresholds.

The proposed project would comply with the applicable 2020 EIR, State, SCAQMD, regional and local policies related to air quality, including the most current SCAQMD Air Quality Significance Thresholds applicable to project construction and operations. Using the most current regulatory requirements and air quality modeling methods, the proposed project would not require mitigation to comply.

Therefore, the proposed project would not introduce or result in potentially significant environmental impacts involving any cumulatively considerable net increases in any criteria pollutant for which the Coachella Valley region is in nonattainment under an applicable air quality standard or create more severe impacts than those analyzed in the 2020 EIR. No additional analysis is required. c) The 2020 EIR determined that the maximum daily on-site emissions generated during project construction would not exceed the SCAQMD’s recommended localized significance thresholds (LSTs).

In addition, construction diesel particulate matter (DPM) emissions would occur intermittently throughout the Planning Area; and these emissions would not result in significant adverse health risks due to the temporary and dispersed nature of these emissions. Furthermore, the 2020 EIR determined that project operations would not exacerbate pollutant concentrations or health risks associated with emissions sources and, therefore, impacts would be less than significant.

This impact evaluates the potential for the proposed project’s construction and operational emissions to expose sensitive receptors to substantial pollutant concentration. A sensitive receptor is a person in the population who is particularly susceptible (i.e., more susceptible than the population at large) to health eAects due to exposure to an air contaminant. Sensitive receptors and the facilities that house them are of particular concern if they are located in close proximity to localized sources of carbon monoxide (CO), toxic air contaminants, or odors. Examples of sensitive receptors include residences, long-term health care facilities, schools, rehabilitation centers, playgrounds, convalescent centers, childcare centers, retirement homes, and athletic facilities. For purposes of CEQA, the SCAQMD considers a sensitive receptor to be a location where a sensitive individual could remain for 24 hours, such as residences, hospitals, or convalescent facilities.16 Commercial and industrial facilities are not included in the definition because employees do not typically remain onsite for 24 hours. However, when assessing the impact of pollutants with 1-hour or 8-hour standards (such as nitrogen dioxide [NO2] and CO), commercial and/or industrial facilities would be considered sensitive receptors. For the proposed project, the closest oA-site sensitive receptors are single-family residences located immediately to the east and on the south side of Camino Campanero.

The SCAQMD has developed and published the Final Localized Significance Threshold (LST) Methodology as an optional method to identify potential impacts that could contribute or cause localized exceedances of the federal and/or state ambient air quality standards (NAAQS/CAAQS). LST methodology was developed in response to environmental justice and health concerns raised by the public regarding exposure of individuals to criteria pollutants in local communities. The purpose of analyzing LSTs is to determine whether a project may generate significant adverse localized air quality impacts in relation to the nearest exposed sensitive receptors, such as those listed above. LSTs represent the maximum emission levels that comply with the most stringent applicable federal or state ambient air quality standard at the nearest sensitive receptor, taking into consideration ambient Item Number: 4.

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concentrations in each source receptor area (SRA), project, size, and distance to the sensitive receptor. Therefore, meeting the lowest allowable emissions thresholds translates to meeting the most stringent air quality standards for a project locality in consideration of sensitive receptors. As part of the LST methodology, SCAQMD has divided its jurisdiction into 37 source receptor areas (SRAs) which can be used to determine whether a project may generate significant adverse localized air quality impacts. The proposed development is located in SRA 30, which covers the Coachella Valley and City of Desert Hot Springs. LSTs only apply to certain criteria pollutants: carbon dioxide (CO), oxides of nitrogen (NOx) particulate matter equal to or less than 10 microns in diameter (PM10), and particulate matter equal to or less than 2.5 microns in diameter (PM2.5).

The project site occurs in a vacant condition with neighboring residential development located to the east and on the south side of Camino Campanero. As a result of this proximity, the LST analysis utilized the shortest separation interval (25 meters/82 feet) as the basis for analysis. This will ensure that the lowest emissions threshold is used as a standard for determining significance.

Table 4: Localized Construction-Source Emissions
Construction
Activity
Year Emissions (lbs/day)
NOX CO PM10 PM2.5
Grading,
Construction,
Paving,
Architectural
Coating
Maximum Daily Emissions 46.423 32.800 9.1897 5.2333
SCAQMD Localized Threshold 304 2,292 14 8
Threshold Exceeded? NO NO NO NO
The updated analysis using CalEEMod 2022 indicates that the short-term construction-related localized significance emissions for the proposed project would not exceed the project-specific LST levels for SRA 30. Therefore, the Proposed Project would not create new significant impacts related to construction-generated air toxics and their associated health risk.

The proposed project would comply with the applicable 2020 EIR, State, SCAQMD, regional and local policies related to air quality, including the most current SCAQMD Air Quality Significance Thresholds applicable to project construction and operations. Therefore, the proposed project would not introduce or result in potentially significant environmental impacts involving exposure of sensitive receptors to substantial pollutant concentrations or create more severe impacts than those analyzed in the 2020 EIR. No additional analysis is required.
d) The 2020 EIR determined that General Plan buildout could introduce new sources of odors and new sensitive receptors. However, the 2020 EIR concluded that construction odors would not be significant due to the temporary nature, and operational odor impacts from restaurant, commercial, cannabis cultivation, and other land uses that could generate odors are prohibited from emitting obnoxious odors or fumes pursuant to Municipal Code Section 17.40.190 and 5.50.150 and would not result in adverse eAects on residential receptors. Therefore, the 2020 EIR determined impacts would be less than significant.

Emissions involving objectionable odors can be associated with toxic or non-toxic emissions. While oAensive odors seldom cause physical harm, they can be unpleasant and lead to considerable Item Number: 4.

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annoyance and distress among the public. Examples of facilities commonly recognized for generating odors include wastewater treatment plants, sanitary landfills, composting/green waste facilities, recycling facilities, petroleum refineries, chemical manufacturing plants, painting/coating operations, rendering plants, and food packaging facilities.

Sensitive receptors are defined as those individuals who are sensitive to air pollution including children, the elderly, and persons with preexisting respiratory or cardiovascular illness (see discussion c, above).

As previously described in the project description, the vacant project property is surrounded by vacant and residential uses. The proposed project will result in potential short-term odor emissions associated with the temporary operation of construction equipment, handling of petroleum-based products, and application of certain materials, such as asphalt pavement. These temporary odors would be perceptible within close proximity to the active construction areas dissipate with distance.

The proposed residential uses are not expected to include the types of facilities or operations commonly known to generate odors, such as wastewater treatment plants, sanitary landfills, composting/green waste facilities, recycling facilities, petroleum refineries, chemical manufacturing plants, painting/coating operations, rendering plants, or food packaging facilities. Therefore, the project is not expected to result in odor or other emissions adversely aAecting nearby neighbors or a substantial number of people. The project is located southwest of the Mission Springs Reclamation Facility, which is subject to odor controls as part of the evaporation/infiltration pond monitoring under implementation by MSWD.

The proposed project would comply with the applicable 2020 EIR, State, SCAQMD, regional and local policies related to air quality, including the most current SCAQMD Air Quality Significance Thresholds applicable to project construction and operations. Therefore, the proposed project would not introduce or result in potentially significant environmental impacts involving other emissions, such as those involving odors, adversely aAecting a substantial number of people or create more severe impacts than those analyzed in the 2020 EIR. No additional analysis is required.

Relevant 2020 EIR Mitigation Measures that Apply to the Proposed Project MM AQ-2B Tier IV Construction Equipment:

To reduce construction equipment emissions of NOx, diesel particulate matter, and other pollutants, the City shall require development projects to:

1. Use electric-powered and liquefied or compressed natural gas equipment instead of diesel-powered equipment to the maximum extent feasible.

2. All construction equipment with a rated power-output of 50 horsepower or greater shall meet U.S. EPA and CARB Tier IV Final Emission Standards of NOx. This may be achieved via the use of equipment with engines that have been certified to meet Tier IV emission standards, or through the use of equipment that has been retrofitted with a CARB-verified emission control strategy (e.g., selective catalytic reduction) capable of reducing exhaust NOx emission to levels that meet Tier IV standards.

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3. The City may grant an exemption from these requirements in the event an applicant can factually document that the specific equipment needed to construct a project is not reasonably available (e.g., the specific Tier IV equipment needed is not available within Riverside County within the scheduled construction period.

Conclusion
The proposed project would not create new or more significant impacts to air quality beyond what was analyzed in the 2020 EIR. Since certification of the 2020 EIR there have been no change in circumstances or significant new information that would alter its conclusions. The conclusions from the 2020 EIR remain unchanged when considering the changes proposed by the project, which are within the scope of the 2020 EIR.

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Environmental Issue
Area
Conclusion in
Desert Hot
Springs
General
Plan EIR
Do the
Proposed
Changes
Involve
New or More
Severe
Impacts?
New
Circumstances
Involving New
or More Severe
Impacts?
New
Information
Requiring New
Analysis or
Verification?
Mitigation
Measures
Within
Scope
of
2020
EIR?
IV. Biological Resources
Would the project:
a) Have a substantial
adverse eAect, 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 Wildlife or United
States Fish and
Wildlife Service?
Less than
significant
impact with
mitigation
incorporated.

No No No MM BIO-3 Yes
b) Have a substantial
adverse eAect on any
riparian habitat or
other sensitive natural
community identified
in local or regional
plans, policies, and
regulations or by the
California
Department of Fish
and Wildlife or United
States Fish and
Wildlife Service?
Less than
significant
impact.

No No No None Yes
c) Have a substantial
adverse eAect on
State or federally
protected wetlands
(including, but not
limited to, marsh,
vernal pool, coastal,
etc.) through direct
removal, filling,
hydrological
interruption, or other
means?
Less than
significant
impact.

No No No None Yes
d) Interfere
substantially with the
movement of any
native resident or
migratory fish or
wildlife species or
with established
Less than
significant
impact with
mitigation
incorporated.

No No No MM BIO-3 Yes
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native resident or
migratory wildlife
corridors, or impede
the use of wildlife
nursery sites?
e) Conflict with any
local
policies or ordinances
protecting biological
resources, such as a
tree
preservation policy or
ordinance?
Less than
significant
impact.

No No No None Yes
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?
Less than
significant
impact.

No No No None Yes
Discussion
The analysis in this section is based, in part, on the findings of the project-specific Habitat Assessment and Coachella Valley Multiple Species Habitat Conservation Plan (CVMSHCP) Consistency Analysis by ELMT on January 13, 2025 (Appendix C).
a) The 2020 EIR determined that the development within the Desert Hot Springs Planning Area (i.e., areas within the City’s jurisdiction and Sphere of Influence11) has the potential to impact special-status plants and special-status wildlife, including species covered under the Coachella Valley Multiple Species Habitat Conservation Plan (CVMSHCP) as well as nesting birds protected under the Migratory Bird Treaty Act (MBTA) or California Fish and Game Code. Table 4.4.2 of the 2020 EIR provided a list of special-status plant and wildlife species known to occur in the Planning Area.

All development projects on lands that may contain suitable habitat for special-status species are subject to federal, state, and local regulations, as outlined in Section 4.4.2 of the 2020 EIR, as well as the proposed General Plan Update (GPU) policies. Compliance with U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) and California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) regulations, applicable GPU policies, and project-level mitigation measures MM BIO-1, MM BIO-2, and MM BIO-3 ensures that impacts to candidate, sensitive, and special-status species remain less than significant.

MM BIO-1 requires that a biological resource assessment be conducted for all discretionary development projects involving undeveloped land subject to CEQA. MM BIO-2 requires focused surveys for sensitive plant and wildlife species if suitable habitat exists on the project site. MM BIO-3 requires pre-construction nesting 11 Sphere of Influence (SOI) includes 28.8 square miles of unincorporated Riverside County. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1LdhmTkCxh0Lw3Weyg5UcIYrAuAmxWyvQ/view Item Number: 4.

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bird surveys by a qualified biologist within three days before project activities begin if vegetation removal occurs during the nesting season (February 1 – September 1). If active nests are found, construction may be halted or monitored based on the biologist’s determination, and work may resume once the nest is no longer active.

The project specific Habitat Assessment and CVMSHCP Consistency Analysis (January 2025) determined that the development of the project site does not have the potential to impact specialstatus plant species. The project site is disturbed and no longer supports high-quality native plant communities that have the potential to provide suitable habitat for special-status plant species.

However, the project site does have the potential to impact special-status wildlife species. A Costa’s Hummingbird (Calypte costae) was observed during the project site’s field investigation, and it was determined that the site has a high potential to support Cooper’s hawk (Accipiter cooperii) and sharpshinned hawk (Accipiter striatus) based on habitat requirements for the species and the availability and quality of on-site habitats. All remaining special-status wildlife species were presumed to be absent from the project site.

To ensure compliance with the 2020 EIR mitigation measures, the project applicant shall implement MM BIO-3, requiring a qualified biologist to conduct nesting bird surveys no more than three days prior to the start of project-related activities, including excavation, grading, and vegetation removal. If active nests are found, appropriate avoidance measures will be implemented as required. With the implementation of MM BIO-3, potential impacts to special-status wildlife species would remain less than significant.

The proposed project would comply with applicable 2020 EIR and State policies related to biological resources. Therefore, the proposed project would not introduce environmental impacts related to 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 Wildlife or United States Fish and Wildlife Service or create more severe impacts than those analyzed in the 2020 EIR. No additional analysis is required.
b) The 2020 EIR found that future development within the General Plan Planning Area has the potential to impact a variety of sensitive natural communities including riparian habitat. The 2020 EIR concluded that compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including Fish and Game Code Section 1602 and the permitting requirements of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) and the CDFW, along with the implementation of any applicable General Plan policies and MM BIO-4 (If riparian habitat or other sensitive natural communities are impacted by project-related activities, a habitat restoration and revegetation plan will be developed), would reduce potential impacts to riparian habitat and other sensitive natural communities, including wetlands, to less than significant.

The vast majority of the project site consists of creosote bush scrub. The interior of the project site supports a disturbed creosote bush scrub plant community that varies in density based on proximity to frequent disturbances. This plant community is dominated by creosote (Larrea tridentata) and supports an often dense to sparse shrub layer and an herbaceous understory. Common plant species observed in this plant community include fourwing saltbush (Atriplex canescens), western honey mesquite (Neltuma odorata), burrobush (Ambrosia dumosa), cheesebush (Ambrosia salsola), croton (Croton californicus), brittlebush (Encelia farinosa), desert needle (Palafoxia arida), mustard (Brassica tournefortii), red-stemmed filaree (Erodium cicutarum), palo verde (Washingtonia sp.), and Item Number: 4.

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Mediterranean grass (Schismus barbatus). Disturbed land is present along site boundaries and vehicle access tracks where frequent disturbances (i.e., foot and vehicle traAic, illicit dumping) prevent the establishment of a plant community. Vegetative density in these areas varies from often barren to minimally vegetated, usually with weedy/early successional species. Common plants observed in the disturbed areas of the site include Saharan mustard, red-stemmed filaree, and Mediterranean grass.

This vegetation community/landcover type is not considered a sensitive natural community or riparian habitat. Therefore, construction of the proposed project would not have a significant impact on riparian habitat or other sensitive natural communities.

In conclusion, the proposed project would not introduce environmental impacts related to any riparian habitat or other sensitive natural community identified in local or regional plans, policies, and regulations or by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife or United States Fish and Wildlife Service or create more severe impacts than those analyzed in the 2020 EIR. No additional analysis is required.
c) The 2020 EIR determined that future development within the General Plan Planning Area has the potential to impact State and federally protected wetlands. All development projects on lands that contain state or federally protected wetlands are subject to the regulation by the USACE, CDFW, and RWQCB. The USACE regulates the discharge of dredge or fill material into waters and wetlands of the United States. Compliance with the requirements of the CWA is required for any project proposed under the GPU. Projects would be required to avoid adverse impacts to waters and wetlands to the greatest extent possible.

Unlike the USACE, CDFW regulates not only the discharge of dredged or fill material into streambeds, but all activities that alter streams and lakes and their associated riparian vegetation habitats. CDFW section 1602 Lake and Streambed Alteration Agreement (LSAA) would be required for all activities resulting in impacts to streambeds and their associated riparian habitats (MM BIO-4).

While the proposed GPU Goals and Policies are intended to generally protect jurisdictional wetland and water features, implementation of Mitigation Measure BIO-3 will be required at the project level to ensure that no net loss of functions or values occurs, and impacts to Federally protected wetlands, as defined by section 404 of the Clean Water Act, would be less than significant.

In regard to the Proposed Project, no blueline stream or riverine resource has been documented.

Mission Creek is located approximately 1.6 miles west of the project site and is separated from the project site by roads and existing development. The field investigation carefully assessed the site for depressions, inundation, presence of hydrophytic vegetation, staining, cracked soil, ponding, and indicators of active surface flow and corresponding physical characteristics such as a clear, natural line impressed on the bank, shelving, changes in the character of soil, destruction of terrestrial vegetation, the presence of litter and debris. Suspected jurisdictional areas were checked for the presence of definable channels, soils, and hydrology. Based on the field investigation, no jurisdictional drainage and/or wetland features were observed on the project site or within the during the field investigation. Further, no evidence of suspected jurisdictional areas was observed onsite. Additionally, the project site is bordered by an existing development to the north and east and paved roads to the Item Number: 4.

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south which have eliminated any potential drainage features from flowing across the project site.

Therefore, development of the project will not result in impacts to Corps, Regional Board, or CDFW jurisdiction and regulatory approvals will not be required.

The proposed project would comply with applicable 2020 EIR and State policies related to biological resources. Therefore, the proposed project would not introduce environmental impacts related to State or federally protected wetlands (including, but not limited to, marsh, vernal pool, coastal, etc.) through direct removal, filling, hydrological interruption, or other means or create more severe impacts than those analyzed in the 2020 EIR. No additional analysis is required. d) The 2020 EIR determined that future development within the General Plan Planning Area could result in significant impacts to large areas of open space, some of which are defined as biological corridors and linkages by the CVMSHCP and/or Natural Landscape Blocks by the California Essential Habitat Connectivity (CEHC) Project. The 2020 EIR concluded that the implementation of MM BIO-1 and MM BIO-2, as well as General Plan policies that protect wildlife habitat linkages and corridors (Goal OS-1) would reduce impacts to a less than significant level. Additional policies would maximize connectivity among conservation areas and avoid habitat fragmentation within to conserve biological diversity, ecological balance, and connected populations identified in the CVMSHCP. These policies ensure that impacts to movement of native resident or migratory fish and wildlife species would be less than significant levels
According to the Habitat Assessment and CVMSHCP Consistency Analysis (January 2025), the project site is not in a wildlife corridor or linkage, and there are no riparian corridors, creeks, or useful patches of steppingstone habitat (natural areas) within or connecting the site to a recognized wildlife corridor or linkage. Therefore, the project would not have a significant impact to wildlife corridors or linkages.

In addition, the implementation of MM BIO-3 from the 2020 EIR would ensure that any potential impacts to nesting birds would be reduced to less than significant levels. the proposed project would not introduce environmental impacts anticipated to 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 wildlife nursery sites or create more severe impacts than those analyzed in the 2020 EIR. No additional analysis is required. e/f) The 2020 EIR analysis found there are no existing local policies designed to protect biological resources, such as a tree preservation policy or ordinance that are applicable within the General Plan Planning Area. Therefore, the development of the proposed project would not conflict with any local policies and programs designed to protect biological resources and no impacts would occur. The 2020 EIR discussed how the General Plan Planning Area occurs within the CVMSHCP, which provides a strategy for protecting special-status-species and sensitive natural communities within the Planning Area and much of eastern Riverside County. The 2020 EIR concluded that potentially significant impacts could occur if future development would result in harm to special-status species or sensitive natural communities identified by the CVMSHCP. However, compliance with applicable General Plan policies, CVMSHCP guidelines, and the implementation of MM BIO-1 through MM BIO-4 would reduce impacts to CVMSHCP-covered resources to less than significant levels.

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The project site primarily consists of disturbed creosote bush scrub habitat. The project site is located within the boundaries of the CVMSHCP Area, but is not located within any Conservation Areas, Preserves, Cores, or Linkages. The proposed project is not listed as a planned “Covered Activity” under the published CVMSHCP but is still considered to be a current Covered Activity pursuant to Section

7.1 of the CVMSHCP. According to Section 7.1 of the CVMSHCP, take authorization will be provided for certain activities that take place outside of Conservation Areas including “new projects approved pursuant to county and city general plans, transportation improvement plans for roads in addition to those addressed in Section 7.2, master drainage plans, capital improvement plans, water and waste management plans, the County’s adopted Trails Master Plan, and other plans adopted by the Permittees.”
As a Covered Activity located outside designated conservation areas, construction of the proposed project is expected to be consistent with the applicable avoidance, minimization, and mitigation measures described in Section 4.4 of the CVMSHCP. Section 4.4 includes a list of species that may exist on specific modeled habitats. The CVMSHCP identifies modeled habitat for species such as desert tortoise, Palm Springs pocket mouse, Le Conte’s thrasher, Coachella Valley round-tailed ground squirrel, Coachella Valley milk-vetch, and flat-tailed horned lizard in or near the project site. However, due to prior disturbances, the site no longer provides suitable modeled habitat for these species.

Consequently, no impacts to CVMSHCP Covered Species are anticipated from project implementation In addition, since the proposed project is considered a Covered Activity under Section

7.1 of the CVMSHCP, no further avoidance, minimization, and mitigation measures are required, and the project is in compliance with the CVMSHCP.

As a CVMSHCP Covered Activity, the project must adhere to regulatory compliance measures, including conservation fees that mitigate impacts from future developments. These fees contribute to the long-term preservation of habitat and the survival of covered species. A Development Impact Fee is required by the CVMSHCP and reinforced by the City of Desert Hot Springs (Municipal Code Section

3.40.050). Therefore, the project’s impact on biological resources is considered less than significant.

There are no existing local policies designed to protect biological resources, such as a tree preservation policy or ordinance.

In conclusion, the proposed project would comply with applicable 2020 EIR and State policies related to biological resources. Therefore, the proposed project would not conflict with any local policies or ordinances protecting biological resources, such as a tree preservation policy or ordinance since one does not exist, conflict with the provisions of the adopted CVMSHCP, or create more severe significant impacts than those analyzed in the 2020 EIR. No additional analysis is required.

Relevant 2020 EIR Mitigation Measures that Apply to the Proposed Project MM BIO-3 Bird Avoidance
If vegetation removal is scheduled during nesting season (February 1-September 1), focused surveys for active nests shall be conducted by a qualified biologist no more than three days prior to the beginning of project-related activities (e.g., excavation, grading and vegetation Item Number: 4.

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removal). Surveys shall be conducted in proposed work areas, staging and storage areas, and soil, equipment, and material stockpile areas. For passerines and small raptors, surveys shall be conducted within a 250-foot radius surrounding the work area (in non-developed areas and where access is feasible). For larger raptors, such as those from the genus Buteo, the survey area shall encompass a 500-foot radius. Surveys shall be conducted during weather conditions suited to maximize the observation of active nests and shall concentrate on areas of suitable habitat. If nests are encountered during any pre-construction survey, a qualified biologist shall determine if it is feasible for construction to continue as planned without impacting the success of the nest, depending on conditions specific to each nest and the relative location and rate of construction activities. Any active nest(s) within a Project Site shall be monitored by a qualified biologist during construction if work occurs directly adjacent to the pre-determined nest avoidance buAer. If the qualified biologist determines construction activities have potential to adversely aAect a nest, construction activities will be halted within the minimum nest avoidance buAer, depending on species and location.

Construction activities within the nest avoidance buAer may proceed after a qualified biologist determines the nest is no longer active due to natural causes.

Conclusion
The proposed project would not create new or more significant impacts to biological resources beyond what was analyzed in the 2020 EIR. Since certification of the 2020 EIR there have been no change in circumstances or significant new information that would alter its conclusions. The conclusions from the 2020 EIR remain unchanged when considering the changes proposed by the project, which are within the scope of the 2020 EIR.

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Environmental Issue
Area
Conclusion
in Desert Hot
Springs
General Plan
EIR
Do the
Proposed
Changes
Involve New
or More
Severe
Impacts?
New
Circumstances
Involving New
or More Severe
Impacts?
New
Information
Requiring
New Analysis
or
Verification?
Mitigation
Measures
Within
Scope
of 2020
EIR?
V. Cultural Resources
Would the project:
a) Cause a substantial
adverse change in the
significance of a
historical resource as
pursuant to Section
15064.5?
Less than
significant
impact.

No No No None Yes
b) Cause a substantial
adverse change in the
significance of an
archaeological resource
pursuant to Section
15064.5?
Less than
significant
impact.

No No No None Yes
c) Disturb any human
remains, including those
interred outside of
formal cemeteries?
Less than
significant
impact.

No No No None Yes
Discussion
The findings of this section of the Addendum/15168 Checklist are based on the findings of the project-specific Phase I Cultural Resources Assessment (Phase I CRA) prepared by Materials Culture Consulting (MCC) on December 23, 2024 (Appendix D).

Cultural Resources
a) The 2020 EIR determined that the General Plan Planning Area contains historical resources identified by the City’s Historical Society. These resources are the Cabot Yerxa’s Old Indian Pueblo Museum, the B-Bar Guest House, and the Yerxa’s Discovery Location (hot water well). The hot water well location was discovered by Yerxa in 1913 and has been designated as a California Historic Point of Interest (Plaque No. 560). In 1937 the B-Bar Guest House was built, and was determined to be eligible for listing in the California Register of Historical Resources (CRHR). The Cabot Old Indian Pueblo Museum was constructed in 1941 and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) (Listing No. 11000942), which means the museum is automatically eligible for listing on the CRHR. Additionally, as of 2011, there are at least 155 historic buildings/structures located within the General Plan Planning Area that are potentially eligible as historical resources. The 2020 EIR determined that any development consistent with the GPU would not result in any substantial adverse change to the significance of historical resources as they are currently protected under existing and proposed policies and State regulations. Desert Hot Springs policies include Policy OS-8.1, Historic Preservation, which encourages the assessment and preservation of public and private buildings of Item Number: 4.

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historical significance, and Policy OS-8.2, Local Historical Groups, which encourages the City to work with local groups.12
CEQA Guidelines Section 15064.5 defines historical resources as built environment resources that are listed in the CRHR or determined to be eligible by the California Historical Resources Commission based on four criteria. The Phase I CRA determined that the project site does not contain historical resources and no mitigation measures are required. No impacts to historical resources would occur.

The proposed project would comply with applicable 2020 EIR and State policies related to cultural resources. Therefore, the proposed project would not introduce environmental impacts anticipated to cause a substantial adverse change in the significance of a historical resource as pursuant to Section 15064.5 or create more severe impacts than those analyzed in the 2020 EIR. No additional analysis is required.
b) The 2020 EIR has noted that ground disturbance activities within the GPU could result in the damage or destruction of archaeological resources. There are known archaeological resources associated with the previous occupation of the Planning Area that have the potential to contribute to the cultural and scientific information pertaining to the prehistory and history of the City. The Planning Area has not been formally surveyed for archaeological resources, which could result in the destruction/loss of resources during the development of project activities. Excavation in areas on the surface and subsurface have the potential to damage or destroy prehistoric and/or historic archaeological resources, which could result in potentially significant impacts. The 2020 EIR states that existing regulations require applicants to prepare a Phase I Cultural Resources Technical Report that adheres to the guidelines of the California OAice of Historic Preservation: Archaeological Resources Management Report Guidelines. This report will assess, avoid, and mitigate any potential impacts to archaeological resources. The 2020 EIR indicated that GPU Policies OS-8.5, Archaeological Resources, which assures that all development properly addresses the potential for subsurface archaeological deposits by requiring archaeological surveys during the development review process as appropriate, and OS-8.6, Cultural Resources, which requires all development and redevelopment proposals consider cultural resources and may require cultural resource studies (including subsurface investigations). Implementation of Policies OS-8.5 and OS-8.6 ensure that there is no substantial change in the significance of archaeological resources.

Pursuant to Policy OS-8.5, a Phase I CRA was prepared for the proposed project site in January 2025.

The Phase I CRA determined that the project site has low potential to impact archaeological resources.

Various record searches were conducted for the project site and within a 1-mile radius. The search covered any previously recorded cultural resources and investigations within 1-mile of the project site.

In addition, archival maps were inspected for indications of historical structures in the area.

The cultural resources records search identified 29 previously conducted cultural resources investigations within a 1-mile radius of the project area, none of which took place within the project site. Additionally, the cultural resources records search identified two cultural resources within a 1- mile radius of the project site, neither of which are within the project site. Additionally, no cultural resources were observed during a field survey conducted on December 12, 2024 of the project site. 12 Desert Hot Springs General Plan EIR, Cultural Resources, page 4.5-7.

Item Number: 4.

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Therefore, the Phase I CRA concluded that the probability of encountering cultural resources within the project area is considered low. However, considering the site has not been previously developed, there is the potential for encountering subsurface cultural resources deposits during ground disturbance associated with project implementation. Therefore, the Phase I CRA recommends conducting measures to ensure compliance with Policy OS-8.5 and OS-8.6. These implementation measures include a Cultural Resources Worker Environmental Awareness Program (WEAP) prior to construction. The WEAP training shall be prepared and presented to crews by a qualified archaeologist (implemented as OS-8.6a). It is also recommended that the project prepare an inadvertent discovery plan, to address any potential discoveries of cultural materials prior to project implementation (implemented as OS-8.6b). Additionally, the Phase I CRA also recommends the presence of an archaeological monitor to help determine the significance of any potential inadvertent discoveries in a collaborative manner with the Tribe(s) (implemented as OS-8.6c). The project continues to be less than significant and consistent with the General Plan with the implementation of the measures listed above.

The proposed project would comply with applicable 2020 EIR related to cultural resources. Therefore, the proposed project would not introduce environmental impacts anticipated to cause a substantial adverse change in the significance of an archaeological resource pursuant to Section 15064.5 or create more severe impacts than those analyzed in the 2020 EIR. No additional analysis is required. c) The 2020 EIR determined that the discovery of human remains, and human burial remains adhere to specific treatment procedures outlined in Section 5097 of the California Public Resources Code, as well as the California Health and Safety Code, Sections 7050.5, 7051, and 7054. Public Resources Code Section 5097.98 also addresses the disposition of Native American burials, and the protection of these remains. The 2020 EIR also determined that the Planning Area has not been formally surveyed or investigated for cultural resources. Excavation within the Planning Area would potentially impact these remains, which includes Native American burial sites. Damage or destruction of unknown human remains within the Planning Area would result in a potentially significant impact.

Implementation of Section 5097 of the California Public Resources Code, California Health and Safety Code Sections 7050.5, 7051 and 7054, and GPU Policies OS-8.5 and OS-8.6 reduce the impacts to a less than significant level.

The findings of the Phase I CRA determined the potential for the disturbance of human remains to be low. While it is highly unlikely that the presence of human remains exists within or near the project site, there is always the possibility that subsurface construction activities associated with the development of the proposed project, such as grading or trenching, could potentially damage or destroy previously undiscovered human remains. Implementation of CEQA Guidelines Section 15064.5, Health and Safety Code Section 7050.5, and Public Resources Code Sections 5097.94 and 5097.98, would reduce potential impacts to human remains to a less than significant level.

The proposed project would comply with applicable 2020 EIR and State policies related to cultural resources. Therefore, the proposed project would not introduce environmental impacts anticipated to disturb any human remains, including those interred outside of formal cemeteries or create more severe impacts than those analyzed in the 2020 EIR. No additional analysis is required.

Relevant 2020 EIR Mitigation Measures that Apply to the Proposed Project Item Number: 4.

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None required.

Policy OS-8.6 Implementation Measures
OS-8.6a A Worker Environmental Awareness Program (WEAP) training provided to construction personnel prior to the start of construction. WEAP training should include information on the types of archaeological resources within the project, how to recognize them and their scientific importance, procedures for inadvertent discovery, and regulations protecting cultural resources.

OS-8.6b The development of an inadvertent discovery plan to expediently address archaeological and/or tribal cultural resource discoveries should these be encountered during any phase of development associated with the project. In the event these resources are inadvertently discovered during ground-disturbing activities, work must be halted within 50 feet of the find until it can be evaluated by a qualified archaeologist. Construction activities could continue in other areas. If the discovery proves to be significant, additional work, such as data recovery excavation, may be warranted and would be discussed in consultation with the appropriate tribe and the City.

OS-8.6c The City requires the presence of an ACBCI Native American Cultural Monitor, an archaeological monitor shall also be present to observe all ground disturbing activities and earthmoving activities, and help determine the significance of any potential inadvertent discoveries in a collaborative manner with the Tribe(s) and Lead Agency (i.e., City) for the project. The City will have the ultimate say and act on good faith pursuant to 14 CCR, Section 15003 (i) on what constitutes a significant find, with input from the Lead Archaeologist and Tribal representatives.

Conclusion
The proposed project would not create new or more significant impacts to cultural resources beyond what was analyzed in the 2020 EIR. Since certification of the 2020 EIR there have been no change in circumstances or significant new information that would alter its conclusions. The conclusions from the 2020 EIR remain unchanged when considering the changes proposed by the project, which are within the scope of the 2020 EIR.

Item Number: 4.

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Environmental Issue Area
Conclusion in
Desert Hot
Springs
General Plan
EIR
Do the Proposed
Changes Involve
New or More
Severe Impacts?
New
Circumstances
Involving New
or More Severe
Impacts?
New
Information
Requiring New
Analysis or
Verification?
Mitigation
Measures
Within
Scope
of
2020
EIR?
VI. Energy
Would the project:
a) Result in potentially significant
environmental impact due to
wasteful, ineAicient, or
unnecessary consumption of
energy resources, during project
construction or operation?
Less than
significant
impact.

No No No None Yes
b) Conflict with or obstruct a State
or local plan for renewable energy
or energy eAiciency?
Less than
significant
impact.

No No No None Yes
Discussion
A discussion of the proposed project’s anticipated energy usage is presented below. Energy use consumed by the proposed project was estimated and includes electricity and fuel consumption for project construction and operation. Modelling completed for this energy discussion is included as Appendix B. a) The 2020 EIR determined that buildout of the development anticipated by the GPU would increase electricity, natural gas, and fuel consumption due to construction activity and operation of new land uses. However, new land uses would be required to comply with Statewide mandatory energy requirements outlined in Title 24, Part 6, of the California Code of Regulations (the California Green Building Standards Code [CALGreen]), which would decrease estimated electricity and natural gas consumption in new and/or retrofitted structures. Additionally, the 2020 EIR determined that vehicle fuel use would decrease due to land use decisions made by the City, implementation of MM GHG-1d, and because of fuel eAiciency standards enacted at the State level. Therefore, the 2020 EIR concluded that impacts would be less than significant.

Construction Impacts
The project construction schedule was assumed to begin in December 2025 and conclude in January 2028. If the construction schedule moves to later years, construction emissions and energy consumption would likely decrease because of improvements in technology and more stringent regulatory requirements as older, less eAicient equipment is replaced by newer and cleaner equipment. The proposed project would require demolition, site preparation, grading, building construction, architectural coating, and paving. The construction phase would require energy for the transportation of building materials, preparation of the site (e.g., demolition, site clearing, and grading), and the actual construction of the building. Petroleum-based fuels such as diesel fuel and gasoline would be the primary sources of energy for these tasks.

The types of on-site equipment used during construction of the proposed project could include gasoline- and diesel-powered construction and transportation equipment, including trucks, bulldozers, frontend loaders, forklifts, and cranes. Construction equipment is estimated to consume a total of 34,581.53 gallons of diesel fuel over the entire construction duration (Appendix B).

Item Number: 4.

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Fuel use associated with construction vehicle trips generated by the proposed project was also estimated; trips include construction worker trips, haul truck trips for material transport, and vendor trips for construction material deliveries. Fuel use from these vehicles traveling to the project site was based on (1) the projected number of trips the proposed project would generate during construction, (2) average trip distances by trip type, and (3) fuel eAiciencies estimated in the Air Resources Board (ARB) Emission Factors (EMFAC) mobile source emission model. The specific parameters used to estimate fuel usage are included in Appendix B. In total, the proposed project is estimated to consume 40,658.02 gallons of combined gasoline and diesel for vehicle travel during construction. This is consistent with other similarly sized projects in the City and is not considered a wasteful or ineAicient amount.

Other equipment could include construction lighting, field services (oAice trailers), and electrically driven equipment such as pumps and other tools. Chapter 9.04.030 of the Desert Hot Springs Municipal Code defines permissible hours of construction as between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. during daylight savings time.13 As on-site construction activities would be restricted to these hours, it is anticipated that the use of construction lighting would be minimal.

The overall construction schedule and process are already designed to be eAicient in order to avoid excess monetary costs. For example, equipment and fuel are not typically used wastefully due to the added expense associated with renting the equipment, maintaining it, and fueling it. Therefore, the opportunities for future eAiciency gains during construction are limited. In addition, the project’s uses of energy for construction is not wasteful or unnecessary because there is a demonstrated need in the area for aAordable housing. Therefore, it is anticipated that the construction phase of the proposed project would not result in wasteful, ineAicient, and unnecessary consumption of energy.

Construction-related energy impacts would be less than significant.

Operational Impacts
The proposed project would consume energy as part of building operations and transportation activities. Project energy consumption during operation is summarized in Table 5.

Table 5: Estimated Annual Project Energy Consumption
Energy Consumption Activity Annual Consumption
Electricity Consumption1 827,801 kWh/year
Operational Fuel Consumption – Passenger Vehicles 38,186.16 gallons of gasoline and diesel Operational Fuel Consumption – Trucks 2,703.83 gallons of primarily diesel Total Fuel Consumption (Passenger Vehicles & Trucks Combined) 40,890 gallons of gasoline and diesel Notes:

1. CalEEMod calculated 1,086,094 kilo-British Thermal Unit (kBTU); this is converted to kWh using conversion rates from the US Energy Information Administration (EIA) https://www.eia.gov/energyexplained/units-and-calculators/ kWh = kilowatt-hour; VMT = Vehicle Miles Traveled
Source: CalEEMod Version 2022.1.1.
13 City of Desert Hot Springs. 2021. Desert Hot Springs Municipal Code, chapter 9.4. Website:
http://www.qcode.us/codes/deserthotsprings/
Item Number: 4.