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ZONE
PLANNING AREA 2 (DESERT HORIZONS/COOK STREET AREA) — CHART
MAXIMUM
GROSS ACREAGE MAXIMUM DUs DENSITY AVERAGE DENSITY
NOTES
RESIDENTIAL:
(NPR) Natural Preserve
(RVLD) Very Low Density
(RLD) Low Density
(RMD) Medium Density
(RMHD) Medium High Density
Subtotal
COMMERCIAL:
(CC) Community
Commercial
(RC) Resort Commercial
(OP) Professional Office
Subtotal
PUBLIC USE:
(PF) Public Facilities
(PP) Public Parks/
Recreation
(PA 12) Highway 111
Subtotal
OPEN SPACE:
(GR) Golf and Recreation
(COS) Country Club Open
Space
(WC) Watercourse
(POS) Public Owned Open
Space
0.0 423.5
0.0 0.0
0.0 423.5
2.8 0.0
1.6 4.4
0.0 1.5
6.1 7.6
115.0
0.0 10.6
0.0 0.0
926.0
0.0 0.0
0.0 926.0
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
1/40
3.0 4.5
7.0 12.0
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
2.2 n.a.
n.a.
[1][2]
[3]
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ZONE
PLANNING AREA 2 (DESERT HORIZONS/COOK STREET AREA) - CHART
MAXIMUM
GROSS ACREAGE MAXIMUM DUs DENSITY AVERAGE DENSITY
NOTES
Subtotal
PLANNING AREA 446.1
TOTAL
OVERLAY ZONES:
(AHO) Affordable Housing
(SHO) Senior Housing
(SSAO) Special Study Area
10.6 n.a.
n.a. n.a.
926.0 2.1
0.0 0.0
0.0 n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
Notes:
[3]
The number of units currently approved within this designation is 460 units.
Approximately 115 acres of Planning Area 2 are designated for golf course usage by the Golf and Recreation Zone. Thus, the acreage subject to actual development in accordance with Planning Area 2 designation is Planning Area 2 acreage minus the golf and recreation zone acreage.
This area is improved with a restaurant and a 46 -room boutique hotel.
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(Ord. 387 § 1, 1996; Ord. 606 § 1, 2007; Ord. 701 § 2, 2016; Ord. 744 § 3, 2022) § 21.14.030. Planning Area 3 (Eldorado Country Club Area).
This gated master planned residential area is divided into three (3) subareas, as shown on the map following this Section. The entire planning area is covered by an active homeowners' association and contains Golf and Recreation uses in accordance with Chapter 21.40 of this Title.
(a) Subarea 3.1. The majority of this planning area consists of single-family detached golf course oriented units zoned Very Low Density.
The subarea, known as the Eldorado Country Club, has an active homeowners' association and contains Golf and Recreation uses in accordance with Chapter 21.40 of this Title.
This subarea is transected by the Deep Canyon Flood Channel which is zoned WC.
One portion of this subarea contains the Eldorado Cottage Estates, Lots 1-21. This area is subject to Conditional Use Permit No. 2-92-2. The cottages are a cluster development with development standards generally applicable to cluster developments, including common parking areas, walkway easements, non -uniform lot sizes and dimensions, non-standard lot sizes, and the elimination of property line walls. Additionally, the following minimum setbacks are required for the cottages:
Front yard
Rear yard
Side yard
10 feet
5 feet
5 feet
The homeowners association shall review all building additions/remodels within the reduced setback area prior to submittal to the City. (1) Front Yards. Except as otherwise specifically provided for in the following provisions, each single-family detached lot (excluding the Eldorado Cottage Estates, Lots 1-21) shall be exempt from Section 21.50.050(b) Front Yards. (i)
Locations and Heights. Walls or fences may be permitted in any front and side front (side street) building setback area for the distance of two-thirds of the street lot frontage. Planters, fountains and similar architectural amenities may be located within ten feet (10') of the front and side front (side street) property line but shall not exceed three feet (3') in height.
Mailbox stands, lights and other such isolated structures may be located within ten feet (10') of the front and side front (side street) property line but shall not exceed five feet (5') in height nor shall they exceed eighteen inches (18") in width or depth. No walls or fences exceeding six feet (6') in height shall be in any front and side front (side street) building setback
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area. The height of any walls or fences permitted in the front and side front (side street) building setback area shall be measured from the grade at the location the wall is constructed. Notwithstanding any restrictions mentioned in this situation, walls and fences in any required setback area may not exceed six feet (6') in height, unless approved pursuant to Section
21.06.050 of this Zoning Code.
(b) Subarea 3.1(a). This subarea is zoned Very Low Density Residential. This subarea is comprised of the lots contained in Tract Map Nos. 5492 and 5493. Existing development consists of sixteen (16) single-family homes developed on postage stamp lots surrounded by common lot open space areas.
Setback standards specific to Subarea 3.1(a) are as follows:
Setback Requirement Standards for Planning Sub -Area 3.1(a) Front -yard setback
Side -yard setback
Rear -yard setback
20 feet
16 feet minimum between structures for
proposed additions
0 feet
1. A line bisecting the adjacent common lot
area will be used to maintain the
minimum separation between structures
for proposed additions.
2. Additions will not encroach into
common lot areas.
3. Additions must maintain the
architectural character and volume of the
existing residences.
4. A minimum of 40 feet will be maintained
between the rear of the structures.
Figure 1 depicts the application of the adopted setback standards for Subarea 3.1(a):
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LOT A
MAXIMUM BUILDING
AREAS
LINE BISECTING
COMMON AREA
8' SETBACK LINES
PROPERTY UNES
COMMON L•T
E
OTE:
MIN. 16' BUILDING
SEPARATION REQ.
FIGURE 1
COMMON LG
(c) Subarea 3.2. One portion of this subarea contains the Eldorado Cottage Estates, Lots 1-21 and Lots 1-24 of Tract 2068. This area is subject to Conditional Use Permit No. 2-92-4. The cottages are a cluster development with development standards generally applicable to cluster developments, including common parking areas, walkway easements, non -uniform lot sizes and dimensions, non-standard lot sizes, and the elimination of property line walls. Additionally, the following minimum setbacks are required for the cottages:
Front yard
10 feet
Rear yard
5 feet
Side yard
5 feet
The homeowners association shall review all building additions/remodels within the reduced setback area prior to submittal to the City. (1) Front Yards. Except as otherwise specifically provided for in the following provisions, each single-family detached lot (excluding the Eldorado Cottage Estates, Lots 1-21) shall be exempt from Municipal Code Section 21.50.050(b), Front Yards.
(i)
Locations and Heights. Walls or fences may be permitted in any front and side front (side street) building setback area for the distance of two-thirds (2/3) of the street lot frontage. Planters, fountains and similar architectural amenities may be located within ten feet (10') of the front and side front (side street) property line but shall not exceed three feet (3') in height.
Mailbox stands, lights and other such isolated structures may be located within ten feet (10') of the front and side front (side street) property line but shall not exceed five feet (5') in height nor shall they exceed eighteen inches (18") in width or depth. No walls or fences exceeding six feet (6') in height shall be in any front and side front (side street) building setback area. The height of any walls or fences permitted in the front and side front (side street) building setback area shall be measured from the grade at the location the wall is constructed. Notwithstanding any
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restrictions mentioned in this situation, walls and fences in any required setback area may not exceed six feet (6') in height, unless approved pursuant to Section 21.06.050 of this Zoning Code.
PLANNING AREA 3 (ELDORADO COUNTRY CLUB AREA) - MAP
Subareas 31(a)
(Tract 5492 & 5493)
(� o loll goo
47 Fell
opmel
u0uef:c. Inuan WeIIl 1110010l Gde Eaton 21 111130
Legend
r P tinning Area 3 Boundary
Subarea 31
s Subarea 3.1(e)
Subarea 3-2
=Subarea 3 - Opal Space
®Subarea 3 - Qi Zane
=Subarea 3 - WC Zone
Planning Area 3 and Subareas
Planning, eoe 3
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ZONE
PLANNING AREA 3 (ELDORADO COUNTRY CLUB AREA) - CHART
MAXIMUM
GROSS ACREAGE MAXIMUM DUs DENSITY AVERAGE DENSITY
NOTES
RESIDENTIAL:
(NPR) Natural Preserve
(RVLD) Very Low Density
(RLD) Low Density
(RMD) Medium Density
(RMHD) Medium High Density
Subtotal
COMMERCIAL:
(CC) Community
Commercial
(RC) Resort Commercial
(OP) Professional Office
Subtotal
PUBLIC USE:
(PF) Public Facilities
(PP) Public Parks/
Recreation
Subtotal
OPEN SPACE:
(GR) Golf and Recreation
(COS) Country Club Open
Space
(WC) Watercourse
(POS) Public Owned Open
Space
Subtotal
0.0 419.0
0.0 0.0
0.0 419.0
0.0 0.0
0.0 0.0
0.0 0.0
0.0 115.0
320.0
27.0 1280.0
1627.0
0.0 912.0
0.0 0.0
0.0 912.0
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
1/40
3.0 4.5
7.5 12.0
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
2.2 n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
[1]
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ZONE
PLANNING AREA 3 (ELDORADO COUNTRY CLUB AREA) - CHART
MAXIMUM
GROSS ACREAGE MAXIMUM DUs DENSITY AVERAGE DENSITY
NOTES
PLANNING AREA
TOTAL
OVERLAY ZONES:
(AHO)
(SHO)
(SSAO)
2046.0 912.0 0.4
Affordable Housing
Senior Housing
Special Study Area
0.0 0.0
0.0 n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
Notes:
[1]
Approximately 115 acres of Planning Area 3 are designated for golf course usage by the Golf and Recreation Zone. Thus, the acreage subject to actual development in accordance with Planning Area 3 designation is Planning Area 3 acreage minus the golf and recreation zone acreage.
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(Ord. 387 § 1, 1996; Ord. 471 § 1, 2000; Ord. 520 § 2, 2002; Ord. 568 § 1, 2005; Ord.
606 § 1 2007; Ord. 632 § 1, 2009)
§ 21.14.040. Planning Area 4 (Fairway Drive/Highway 111 Area).
This planning area is made up of numerous tracts which were developed over many years. This area contains several autonomous homeowner associations, some active in planning matters and others not. There are six (6) subareas, as shown on the map following this Section. The northernmost portion of the planning area is within the Planning Area 12 and is subject to the requirements of Chapter 21.45. (a) Subarea 4.1. This subarea encompasses a majority of the entire area and is developed with single-family detached units. The zoning in this subarea is Very Low Density.
The row of developed lots easterly of Indian Wells Lane are subject to special setback and street right-of-way standards.
This area contains many older public improvements, streets, curbs, gutters, etc. Because of this, developments in this area may be required to upgrade same. (b) Subarea 4.2. This subarea, known as Casa Dorado, is a master planned neighborhood of attached units, zoned Very Low Density, and governed by an active homeowners' association.
Existing development within this subarea exceeds that permitted in the Very Low Density zone, therefore, the structures within this subarea are "legal non- conforming uses" as to density. As such, these structures are subject to the provisions of Section 21.90.030.
(c) Subarea 4.3. This subarea, known as Dorado Villas, is a master planned neighborhood of attached units, zoned Very Low Density, and governed by an active homeowners' association.
(d)
(e)
(f)
Existing development within this subarea exceeds that permitted in the Very Low Density zone, therefore, the structures within this subarea are "legal non- conforming uses" as to density. As such, these structures are subject to the provisions of Section 21.90.030.
Subarea 4.4. This subarea is zoned Low Density.
Subarea 4.5. This subarea is zoned Low Density.
Subarea 4.6. This subarea is zoned Low Density.
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Lots 2 through 25 of Tract 31200 that abut the adjacent subdivisions on Zuni Road and Camino Del Rey have specific rear yard setbacks that are more restrictive than the minimum established by the zoning code for single-family residential developments. These restrictions are recorded against these properties and are as follows:
Lots 2 through 25 - Set Back
Front Yard
20 feet
Rear Yard
23 feet
Side Yard
8 feet
Pool Equipment Rear Yard Setback
23 feet
(g)
Subarea 4.7. The Province at Indian Wells — Tract 32880. This subarea is zoned Residential Very Low Density and Low Density. The maximum number of lots allowed is 133 on 42.9 acres with an overall density of 3.0 du/ac. (1) Maximum Height Restrictions. Building envelope height restrictions for development within Planning Subarea 4.7 shall be as indicated in the following tables for Lots 1 through 133 with exceptions for Lots 9 through 20, 21, 22, 45, 46, 69 and 70. Structures shall not exceed twelve (12) feet in height from the approved pad at the minimum side or rear building setback line. The maximum building height for buildings on Lots 9 through 20, 21, 22, 45, 46, 69 and 70 shall be eighteen (18) feet in height from the approved pad grade with a maximum building height percentage of thirty percent (30%) above fifteen (15) feet.
Building Height Restrictions for Subarea 4.7 Lots 1— 133, Excluding Lots 9 through 20, 21, 22, 45, 46, 69 & 70
Maximum Heights Maximum Building
Entry Tower/Roof Height % Above
Plan Elevation Ridge 15'/Above 18'
Plan 1
Plan 2
Plan 3
Plan 4
Plan 5
Spanish A
20'2"
17'3"
34%
4%
SpanishB
20'3"
17'1"
27%
4%
Italian C
21'10"
17'5"
31%
8%
Spanish A
20'2"
18'1"
32%
5%
Spanish B
21'11"
18'0"
30%
8%
Italian C
21'10"
17'6"
25%
9%
Spanish A
18'7"
18'10"
34%
9%
Spanish B
18'2"
18'10"
25%
3%
Italian C
18'10"
18'10"
26%
4%
Spanish A
19'8"
19'6"
36%
5%
Spanish B
18'4"
19'6"
31%
3%
Italian C
19'7"
18'9"
25%
3%
Spanish A
19'7"
19'2"
28%
6%
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Building Height Restrictions for Subarea 4.7 Lots 1— 133, Excluding Lots 9 through 20, 21, 22, 45, 46, 69 & 70
Maximum Heights Maximum Building
Entry Tower/Roof Height % Above
Plan Elevation Ridge 15'/Above 18'
Spanish B
Italian C
18'4" 19'2"
20'5" 19'2"
27% 3%
27% 3%
Building Height Restrictions for Subarea 4.7 Lots 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19 and 20
Lot Number
Maximum Height
Maximum Building Height
% Above 15'
9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16,
17, 18, 19, 20
18'
30%
Building
Lot Number and Plan
Number
Height Restrictions For
Elevation
Subarea 4.7 Lots 21, 22,
Maximum Height
45, 46, 69 and 70
Maximum Building
Height % Above 15'
Lot 21, Plan 2
Spanish B
18'
30%
Lots 22 and 70, Plan
4 Italian C
18'
30%
Lot 45, Plan 5
Italian C
18'
30%
Lot 46, Plan 4
Spanish B
18'
30%
Lot 69, Plan 4
Spanish A
18'
30%
(2) Building Setback Standards. Lots 1 through 133 shall comply with the following minimum building setback standards.
(3)
Minimum Setback Requirement Standards for Planning Sub -Area 4.7 Front Yard Setback
Side Front Yard Setback
Interior Side Yard Setback
20 Feet
15 Feet
5 Feet and 11 Feet (A 16 -foot minimum
between buildings must be maintained.)
Rear Yard Setback
Lots 1 through 122
Lots 123 through 133
10 Feet
15 Feet
Highway 111 Buffer Area. Structures located on Lots 113 through 122 shall be permitted to encroach ten (10) feet into the Highway 111 Buffer Area. (4) Pool Equipment Setbacks. Pool equipment located in the rear yard shall be set back a minimum of fifteen (15) feet for Lots 123 through 133.
Roof Style. All lots adjacent to Cook Street and Highway 111 shall be designed with a hip roof with no dormers. A hip roof is a gable roof with the ends brought together at the same pitch as the rest of the roof. Minor gable elements for homes adjacent to Cook Street and Highway 111 are permitted as (5)
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enhancements to the architecture of the home as approved by the Design Review Committee; however, the predominant roof elevation from Cook Street and Highway 111 shall be a hip roof
(6) Double Property Line Walls. Double property line walls adjacent to existing residential properties shall be permitted on a case -by -case basis per approval by the City's Community Development Director; however, a solid foam barrier or similar material must be injected or placed between the two (2) walls to reduce the incidence of vermin infestation. A single property line wall is preferred over a double property line wall.
PLANNING AREA 4 (FAIRWAY DRIVE/HIGHWAY 111 AREA) - MAP
Village
Shopping
At
RVLD
Subarea 4.3
{
ACE Nwni al Cat Sedun2114rn40
Planning Nea 4
allirargin
Subarea 4.4
Legend
r • lannng #ea 4 8andary
Subarea 4.1
Subarea 4.2
Subarea 4.3
Subarea 4.4
Subarea 4.5
Subarea 4.6
Subarea 4.7
Planning Area 4 and Subareas
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ZONE
PLANNING AREA 4 (FAIRWAY DRIVE/HIGHWAY 111 AREA) - CHART
MAXIMUM
GROSS ACREAGE MAXIMUM DUs DENSITY AVERAGE DENSITY
NOTES
RESIDENTIAL:
(NPR) Natural Preserve
(RVLD) Very Low Density
(RLD) Low Density
(RMD) Medium Density
(RMHD) Medium High Density
Subtotal
COMMERCIAL:
(CC) Community
Commercial
(RC) Resort Commercial
(OP) Professional Office
Subtotal
PUBLIC USE:
(PF) Public Facilities
(PP) Public Parks/
Recreation
(PA 12) Highway 111
Subtotal
OPEN SPACE:
(GR) Golf and Recreation
(COS) Country Club Open
Space
(WC) Watercourse
(POS) Public Owned Open
Space
0.0 446.0
34.5 0.0
0.0 480.5
0.0 1,341.0
155.0
0.0 0.0
1,496.0
1/40
3.0 4.5
7.0 12.0
3.1 [1]
0.0 n.a.
0.0 0.0
0.0 n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
14.8 n.a.
0.0 n.a.
8.7 n.a.
23.5 n.a.
0.0 n.a.
0.0 n.a.
0.0 n.a.
0.0 n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
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ZONE
PLANNING AREA 4 (FAIRWAY DRIVE/HIGHWAY 111 AREA) - CHART
MAXIMUM
GROSS ACREAGE MAXIMUM DUs DENSITY AVERAGE DENSITY
NOTES
Subtotal
0.0 n.a.
n.a. n.a.
PLANNING AREA
TOTAL
OVERLAY ZONES:
(AHO) Affordable Housing
(SHO) Senior Housing
(SSAO) Special Study Area
504 1,496.0 3.0
0.0 0.0
0.0 n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
Note:
[1]
Subarea 4.2 currently contains 110 units on approximately 31.5 acres, which yields an average density of 3.5 DU/AC. Similarly, Subarea 4.3 currently contains 121 units on
34.5 acres, yielding 3.5 DU/AC. Thus, both subareas are non -conforming to the Very Low Density Zone which permits a maximum of 3.0 DU/AC. Because these subareas were developed before the Very Low Density Zone was adopted, the uses therein are "legal -nonconforming" uses, subject to the provisions of Section 21.90.030.
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(Ord. 387 § 1, 1996; Ord. 534 § 1, 2003; Ord. 569 § 1, 2005; Ord. 589 § 1, 2006; Ord.
606 § 1, 2007)
§ 21.14.050. Planning Area 5 (Indian Wells Golf Resort Area).
This master planned resort recreation area is divided into six (6) subareas, as shown on the map following this Section. The southernmost portion of this planning area is within the Planning Area 12 and is subject to the requirements of Chapter 21.45. For the purposes of this Section, "City -Sponsored" shall mean operated by the City or operated under a written agreement with the City, which includes, but is not limited to, a lease, concession, or management agreement.
The underlying concept of this planning area is to produce an integrated resort complex focusing on the extensive public golf course. To that end, three (3) development principles have been established as follows:
1. The integrity of the golf course shall be maintained;
2. Development within subareas 5.2 and 5.3 shall be assured accessibility to the golf facilities; and
3. Each development adjacent to the golf course within the complex shall add to the golf resort experience.
(a) Subarea 5.1. This subarea encompasses a thirty-six (36) hole golf facility and is zoned Resort Commercial and Golf and Recreation in accordance with the City's Land Use and Zoning Map. Notwithstanding section 21.40.030(d) prohibited use provisions, City -sponsored golf-themed commercial recreational activities that are accessory to the public golf course and ancillary facilities may be permitted within this subarea, subject to approval of a Conditional Use Permit pursuant to Section 21.06.040 and a design review approval pursuant to Chapter 21.60. Such activities may include, but are not limited to, a gamified driving range and miniature putting course facilities.
Where located on property designated Golf and Recreation, these facilities shall be sited outside a golf course play area as defined by Section 21.08.260.
This subarea is transected by the storm channel which is zoned Watercourse.
(b) Subarea 5.2. This subarea is the center of this master planned complex, the front door to the golf facilities, and is zoned Resort Commercial and Golf and Recreation in accordance with the City's Land Use and Zoning Map.
Notwithstanding section 21.40.030(d) prohibited use provisions, City golf- themed commercial recreational activities that are accessory to the public golf course and ancillary facilities may be permitted within this subarea, subject to approval of a Conditional Use Permit pursuant to Section 21.06.040 and a design review approval pursuant to Chapter 21.60. Such activities may include, but are not limited to, a gamified driving range and miniature putting course facilities. Where located on property designated Golf and Recreation, these
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facilities shall be sited outside a golf course play area as defined by Section
21.08.260. Each portion of this subarea has been developed in accordance with various conditional use permits, as follows:
(1) This area (area a) is zoned Resort Commercial and is improved with the Grand Champions Hotel in accordance with conditional use permit Nos. 2-84-2 and 2000-03.
(2) This area (area b) is zoned Resort Commercial and is improved with the Renaissance Esmeralda Resort complex in accordance with conditional use permit No. 2-85-6.
(c) Subarea 5.3. This subarea is improved with public facilities, specifically City Hall, a fire station, a maintenance yard, a park and is zoned Public Facilities.
The park is zoned Public Parks/Recreation.
(d) Subarea 5.4. This subarea is zoned Resort Commercial and portions of the subarea are subject to the design and development standards contained in specific plan No. 2006-01.
(f) Subarea 5.5. This publicly owned parcel is zoned Public Parks/Recreation. The southwest portion of this subarea is within the storm channel and is zoned Watercourse.
PLANNING AREA 5 (INDIAN WELLS GOLF RESORT AREA) - MAP
Subarea
Planning Area 5
abasIie
Pied Mao Cu
Legend
P Flanning Area 5 ewe:6-y
Subarea 5,1
Subarea 52(a)
Subarea 5.2(b)
Subarea 5,3
Subarea 5,4
Subarea 5,5
Planning Area 5 and Subareas
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PLANNING AREA 5 (INDIAN WELLS GOLF RESORT AREA) - CHART
MAXIMUM
GROSS ACREAGE MAXIMUM DUs DENSITY AVERAGE DENSITY
NOTES
RESIDENTIAL:
(NPR) Natural Preserve
(RVLD) Very Low Density
(RLD) Low Density
(RMD) Medium Density
(RMHD) Medium High Density
Subtotal
COMMERCIAL:
(CC) Community
Commercial
0.0 0.0
0.0 11.3
0.0 0.0
0.0 79.0
0 0
11.3 79.0
1/40
3.0 4.5
7.0 12.0
n.a.
(RC) Resort Commercial
(OP) Professional Office
Subtotal
PUBLIC USE:
(PF) Public Facilities
(PP) Public Parks/
Recreation
(PA 12) Highway 111
Subtotal
OPEN SPACE:
(GR) Golf and Recreation
(COS) Country Club Open
Space
(WC) Watercourse
(POS) Public Owned Open
Space
0.0 576.21
0.0 576.21
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
4.0 1.0
253.27
258.27
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
253.27
0.0 75.0
0.0 n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
[1]
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
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ZONE
PLANNING AREA 5 (INDIAN WELLS GOLF RESORT AREA) - CHART
MAXIMUM
GROSS ACREAGE MAXIMUM DUs DENSITY AVERAGE DENSITY
NOTES
Subtotal
75.0 n.a.
n.a. n.a.
PLANNING AREA
TOTAL
OVERLAY ZONES:
(AHO) Affordable Housing
(SHO) Senior Housing
(SSAO) Special Study Area
920.78 79.0 .1
0.0 0.0
7.5 n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
Notts:
[1]
Approximately 253.27 acres of Planning Area 5 are designated for golf course usage by the Golf and Recreation Zone. Thus, the acreage subject to actual development in a accordance with Planning Area 5 designation is the Planning Area 5 acreage minus the golf and recreation zone acreage.
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(Ord. 387 § 1, 1996; Ord. 500 § 1, 2002; Ord. 586 § 1, 2006; Ord. 597 § 1, 2007; Ord.
606 § 1, 2007)
§ 21.14.060. Planning Area 6 (Fred Waring\Cook Street Area).
This residential area is divided into three (3) subareas, as shown on the map following this Section.
(a) Subarea 6.1. This subarea is an established, gated residential community with an active homeowners' association. It was developed in accordance with CUP 2 78 2.
This subarea is zoned Very Low Density. This development contains private streets and some building footprint lots.
(b) Subarea 6.2. This undeveloped subarea extends from Fred Waring to approximately four -hundred and twelve feet (412') north of Highway 111 on the western boundary of the City and is zoned Low Density.
(c) Subarea 6.3. This undeveloped subarea is zoned Medium High Density and is designated with the Senior Housing Overlay Zone (Section 21.12.040(c)). The Senior Housing Overlay Zone indicates the City Council's intent to achieve affordable senior citizen housing on this site by the application of developer incentive programs.
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PLANNING AREA 6 (FRED WARING DRIVE/COOK STREET AREA) - MAP 150 200
Feet
SOURCE Murneipei Code aa. 21.14.0x7
Planning Area 6
©oleo In
Nam
Planning Area 6 and Subareas
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ZONE
PLANNING AREA 6 (FRED WARING/COOK STREET AREA) - CHART
MAXIMUM
GROSS ACREAGE MAXIMUM DUs DENSITY AVERAGE DENSITY
NOTES
RESIDENTIAL:
(NPR) Natural Preserve
(RVLD) Very Low Density
(RLD) Low Density
(RMD) Medium Density
(RMHD) Medium High Density
Subtotal
COMMERCIAL:
(CC) Community
Commercial
(RC) Resort Commercial
(OP) Professional Office
Subtotal
PUBLIC USE:
(PF) Public Facilities
(PP) Public Parks/
Recreation
(PA 12) Highway 111
Subtotal
OPEN SPACE:
(GR) Golf and Recreation
(COS) Country Club Open
Space
(WC) Watercourse
(POS) Public Owned Open
Space
0.0 0.0
0.0 11.3
0.0 0.0
0.0 79.0
0 0
11.3 79.0
1/40
3.0 4.5
7.0 12.0
n.a.
0.0 576.21
0.0 576.21
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
4.0 1.0
7.5 12.5
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
0.0 0.0
75.0 0.0
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
[1]
n.a.
n.a.
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ZONE
PLANNING AREA 6 (FRED WARING/COOK STREET AREA) - CHART
MAXIMUM
GROSS ACREAGE MAXIMUM DUs DENSITY AVERAGE DENSITY
NOTES
Subtotal
75.0 n.a. n.a.
PLANNING AREA
TOTAL
OVERLAY ZONES:
(AHO) Affordable Housing
(SHO) Senior Housing
(SSAO) Special Study Area
675.01 79.0
0.0 0.0
0.0 n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
.1
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
Notes'
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(Ord. 387 § 1, 1996; Ord. 606 § 1, 2007)
§ 21.14.070. Planning Area 7 (Miles Avenue/Washington Street Area).
This area is divided into seven (7) subareas, as shown on the map following this Section.
(a) Subarea 7.1. This area has been subdivided into two (2) subareas, as shown on the map referenced as Planning Area 7. The southernmost portion of this planning area is within the Highway 111 Overlay Zone and is subject to the requirements of Chapter 21.45.
(1) Area (a) is zoned Medium Density and is designated with an Affordable Housing Overlay (AHO) and a Senior Housing Overlay (SHO) Zone. A master plan residential community has been approved for this area subject to Conditional Use Permits Nos. 2001-01 and 99-06. This area will contain a gated master planned senior affordable housing residential community with up to one hundred eighty-five (185) senior affordable housing units built around a clubhouse with recreational facilities. This subarea is within the Highway 111 Overlay Zone and is subject to the requirements of Chapter 21.45. (2) Area (b) is zoned Resort Commercial and is subject to the design and development standards contained in Specific Plan No. 2006-01. (3)
Area (c) is currently vacant and zoned Community Commercial. (b) Subarea 7.2. This subarea is zoned Low Density. This area is a collection of several tracts developed at different times, which exhibits a clustered development pattern consistent with the Low Density Zone. This area is comprised of one hundred twenty (120) single family homes developed on irregular shaped lots, clustered around common lot open space areas. The Indian Wells Village Homes area is further defined as Subarea 7.2(a), 7.2(b), 7.2(c), and 7.2(d) as depicted in Figure 1.
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PLANNING AREA 7.2(a), (b), (c) and (d) INDIAN WELLS VILLAGE HOMES - MAP
Legend
PLANNING AREA 7 (SUB AREA 7.2 a(
PLANNING AREA 7 (SUB AREA 7.2 b(
PLANNING AREA 7 (5U8 AREA 7.2 c)
PLANNING AREA 7 (SUB AREA 7.2 d)
BLACKFOOT DRIVE
%I
CHEYENNE DRIVE
MI(ES venue
Figure 1
I/
(1) Setback standards specific to Planning Area 7 (Subareas 7.2(a), (b), (c), and
(d) are as follows in the following four (4) tables):
Table 1 (7.2(a))
Arapahoe Vista, Blackfoot Drive, Cheyenne Drive, Elkhorn Trail, Dakota Trail and Miles Avenue
Front -yard setback (Existing 15 feet from back of curb Carports/Garages)
Front -yard setback (Existing 20 feet from back of curb Habitable Structures)
Side -yard setback 5 feet from side property line (10 feet minimum between structures)1
Rear -yard setback 10 feet from rear property line
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Table 2 (7.2(b))
Warner Trail
Front -yard setback (Existing
Carports/Garages)
Front -yard setback (Existing
Habitable Structures)
Side -yard setback
21 feet from back of curb
21 feet from back of curb
5 feet from side property line (10 feet
minimum between structures)1
Rear -yard setback 10 feet from rear property line
Table 1 (7.2(c))
Warner Trail
Front -yard setback
Side -yard setback
Rear -yard setback
Maximum building height at setback
21 feet from property line
5 feet from side property line (10 feet
minimum between structures)1
10 feet from rear property line
16 feet
Table 1
Arapahoe Vista, Blackfoot
(7.2(d))
Drive, and Dakota Trail
Front -yard setback (Carports/
Garages)
15 feet from property line
Front -yard setback (Habitable
Structures)
20 feet from property line
Side -yard setback
5 feet from side property line (10 feet
minimum between structures)1
Rear -yard setback
10 feet from rear property line
Maximum building height at setback
16 feet
Notes:
Blockwalls not to exceed six (6) feet
in height.
(c) Subarea 7.3. This subarea is zoned Medium Density, Public Facilities, and Watercourse. The subarea is further delineated as follows:
(1) Area (a) is currently vacant and zoned Medium Density. (2) Area (b) is the Gerald Ford Elementary School, and is zoned Public Facilities. (3) Area (c) is currently vacant and zoned Public Benefit Zone.
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(4) Area (d) is currently vacant, with the exception of a pump station facility, which is zoned Public Facilities.
(5)
Area (e) is the southern boundary of this subarea and is transected by the storm channel, which is zoned Watercourse.
(6) Area (f) is zoned Medium Density Residential and is subject to the design and development standards contained in Specific Plan No. 2006-01. (d) Subarea 7.4. This subarea encompasses the Southwest Community Church complex, which is zoned Community Commercial.
(e)
(f)
(g)
Subarea 7.5. This subarea is zoned Resort Commercial (RC) and is further delineated as follows:
(1) Area (a) is approved for parking, sports complex support and retail commercial use subject to the permitted uses, design and development standards contained in Specific Plan No. 2007-01.
(2) Area (b) is approved for a three hundred (300) unit resort condominium hotel complex subject to the design and development standards contained in Specific Plan No. 2007-01.
(3)
Area (c) is approved for sixty-five (65) single family homes subject to the design and development standards contained in Specific Plan No. 2007-01.
Subarea 7.6. This subarea encompasses the Indian Wells Tennis Gardens, a sport and recreational facility specifically designed as a tennis complex, which is zoned Sports Complex (SPX).
Subarea 7.7. This subarea is currently vacant and zoned Resort Commercial (RC).
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PLANNING AREA 7 (MILES AVENUE/WASHINGTON STREET AREA)
- MAP
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7.3(b)
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Subarea 7.3(a)
PF Subarea
7.3(d)
cc
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— - Miles-AAve
Legend
C Planning Area 7 Boundary Subarea 7.3(d)
C= 1Senbr_lioushg_O+erlay Subarea 7.3(e)
Stbaea 7.1(e) - Subarea 7.3(F)
=Subarea7.1(b) Subarea 7.4
Subarea 7.1(c) Subarea 7.5(a)
Subarea 7.2
Subarea 7.3(a)
3• Subsea 7.3(b)
Subsea 7.3(c)
Indian Well—.
Partin StGarU r -
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RC
Subarea
7.7 WC
Subarea 7.3(e)
ubarea Subarea
7.5(c) 7.5(b)
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Subarea 7.5(b)
Subsea 7.5(c)
I= Subarea 7.5
Subarea 7.7
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Planning Area 7 and Subareas
Planning Aree 7
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ZONE
PLANNING AREA 7 (MILES AVENUE/WASHINGTON STREET AREA) - CHART
MAXIMUM
DENSITY AVERAGE DENSITY
GROSS ACREAGE
MAXIMUM DUs
NOTES
RESIDENTIAL:
(NPR)
Natural Preserve
0.0 0.0
1/40
(RVLD)
Very Low Density
0.0 0.0
3.0 (RLD)
Low Density
46.2 208.0
4.5 [1]
(RMD)
Medium Density
38.0 266.0
7.0 (RMHD)
Medium High Density
59.7 716.0
12.0 Subtotal
143.9
1,190.0
8.3 COMMERCIAL:
(CC)
Community
Commercial
40.99 n.a.
n.a.
(RC)
Resort Commercial
70.9 n.a.
n.a.
(OP)
Professional Office
0.0 n.a.
n.a.
(SPX)
Sports Complex
133.3
n.a.
n.a.
Subtotal
245.19
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
PUBLIC USE:
(PF)
Public Facilities
15.8 n.a.
n.a.
(PP)
Public Parks/
Recreation
0.0 n.a.
n.a.
Subtotal
15.8 n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
OPEN SPACE:
(GR)
Golf and Recreation
0.0 n.a.
n.a.
(COS)
Country Club Open
Space
0.0 n.a.
n.a.
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(WC)
Watercourse 62.2
n.a. n.a.
ZONE
PLANNING AREA 7 (MILES AVENUE/WASHINGTON STREET AREA) - CHART
MAXIMUM
GROSS ACREAGE MAXIMUM DUs DENSITY AVERAGE DENSITY
NOTES
(POS)
(SHO)
Public Owned Open
Space
Subtotal
PLANNING AREA
TOTAL
OVERLAY ZONES:
Senior Housing
0.0 n.a. n.a.
62.2 n.a.
n.a. n.a.
467.1 1,190.0 3.0
21.05 147.0
7.0 [2]
Notes:
The number of units currently approved within Subarea 7.2 is 119 units.
Subarea 7.1(a) and (c): The figures shown for maximum dwelling units (DUs and density only reflect the underlying Medium Density Zone and do not include any density bonuses as may be provided by State law).
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(Ord. 387 § 1, 1996; Ord. 429 § 1, 1998; Ord. 464 §§ 2-4, 2000; Ord. 482 § 1, 2001; 492 § 1, 2001; Ord. 498 § 1, 2002; Ord. 560 § 2, 2004; Ord. 586 § 2, 2006; Ord. 606 § 1, 2007; Ord. 613 § 1, 2008; Ord. 640 § 1, 2010; Ord. 650 § 3, 2011; Ord. 671 § 2, 2013; Ord. 713 § 2, 2018)
§ 21.14.080. Planning Area 8 (Sandpiper/Indian Wells Country Club Area).
This complex multi -use planning area is divided into nine (9) subareas, as shown in the map following this Section. The northernmost portion of the planning area is within the Planning Area 12 and is subject to the requirements of Chapter 21.45. (a) Subarea 8.1. This area is a resort/community commercial node consisting of two (2) parts:
(1) Area (a) is zoned Resort Commercial and is partially improved with two (2) resort hotels.
(2) Area (b) is zoned Community Commercial and is improved with a retail commercial center developed in accordance with conditional use permit CUP 2-88-3. The uses permitted are:
(i) Medical and sickroom equipment and supplies —sales only; (ii) Offices: executive, administrative and clerical, consultants, stockbrokers, travel agents, insurance brokers, real estate brokers, accountants, escrow, planners, attorneys, engineers, physicians, dentists, architects, and secretarial services;
(iii) Libraries;
(iv) Banks and savings and loan institutions;
(v) Pharmacies;
(vi) Florists' shops;
(vii) Book and stationery stores;
(viii) Art galleries;
(ix) Medical, dental and biological laboratories;
(x) Optometrist;
(xi) One restaurant;
(xii) Tailor shop;
(xiii) Interior design;
(xiv) Clothing shops;
(xv) Jewelry stores; and
(xvi) Cigar club, including with on -site alcohol sales.
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Any use not specified in this list shall be subject to the approval of a conditional use permit, pursuant to Section 21.06.040. Unless modified by a variance, the Community Commercial (Chapter 21.30) development standards shall be in effect.
No building shall be constructed with a setback of less than fifty feet (50') on Highway 111 and thirty feet (30') from the curb line on Club Drive, from any existing or contemplated street or highway including unimproved rights -of -way.
The City Council shall approve all elevations of new buildings.
The following development plans, and any subsequent changes, shall be approved by the Design Review Committee (DRC):
(i) Complete landscape plan;
(ii) Trash storage and collection; and
(iii) Plans for exterior lighting of the development.
(b) Subarea 8.2. This established residential area consists of a series of interrelated cluster -type developments, and is zoned Very Low Density. The subarea is governed by an active homeowners' association.
Existing development within this subarea exceeds that permitted in the Very Low Density Zone, therefore, the structures within this subarea are "legal non- conforming uses" as to density. As such, these structures are subject to the provisions of Section 21.90.030.
(c) Subarea 8.3. This is zoned Very Low Density. The pump station adjacent to Manitou Drive is zoned Public Facilities. The properties south of Iroquois Drive, which about the flood channel, contain various easements in reference to the channel. (d) Subarea 8.4. This established area contains the Indian Wells Country Club area and is transected by the Deep Canyon Flood Channel, which is zoned Watercourse. The area is further delineated as follows:
(1) Area 8.4(a).The residential portion of the Indian Wells Country Club area is zoned Very Low Density and contains the Deep Canyon Flood Channel zoned Watercourse.
(2) Area 8.4(b). The golf course and related golf and recreational facilities portion of the Indian Wells Country Club area contains Golf and Recreation uses in accordance with Chapter 21.40 of this Title. (e) Subarea 8.5. This portion of the Indian Wells Country Club complex differs from the remaining portions in that, while it is zoned Very Low Density, it contains a series of attached units in clusters which were approved as planned unit developments by several conditional use permits and tract maps.
Subarea 8.6. This subarea, located at the base of the mountain, is privately owned, deed restricted property and is zoned Country Club Open Space.
Subarea 8.7. This mountainous subarea is publicly owned and zoned Public Owned
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Open Space.
(h) Subarea 8.8. This mountainous subarea is privately owned and zoned Natural Preserve.
(i)
Subarea 8.9. This subarea is zoned Low Density and Professional Office, consistent with approved and existing development. The subarea is further delineated as follows:
(1) Subarea 8.9(a). This subarea is zoned Residential Low Density, consistent with approved and existing development.
(2) Subarea 8.9(b). This subarea is zoned Professional Office, in accordance with Conditional Use Permit 2-97-2.
(j) Sub -area 8.10 and 8.11. This master planned residential community, known as the Ryan Golf Course, is built around a 36 -hole golf course in accordance with an approved Conditional Use Permit, CUP No. 99-1 and 2-90-5. It is zoned Very Low Density, and is bounded on the south by the Deep Canyon Flood Channel, which is zoned Watercourse, Highway 111 to the north, which is zoned Highway 111 Overlay, Planning Area 1 to the east which is zoned Very Low Density, and Planning subarea 8.3 to the west, which is zoned Very Low Density.
Internally, the Ryan Golf Course Community is divided into two (2) development areas with net densities ranging from just over 1.4 du/acre.
Development within this country club area is governed by the zoning, the approved Conditional Use Permit, the applicable tract map(s), and any active homeowner association(s). Persons interested in development within this area should research all of these sources.
PLANNING AREA 8.10 AND 8.11 (IWCC - RYAN COURSE) - CHART
GROSS MAXIMUM AVERAGE
ZONE ACREAGE MAXIMUM DUs DENSITY DENSITY
RVLD
Golf and
Recreatio
n
Total
35.55 85 3.0 .42 du/ac
65.08 100.63 85 1.2 du/ac
(1) General Development Standards. Except as otherwise specifically provided for in the following provisions, the development standards of the Very Low Density Residential Zone (RVLD), Golf and Recreation Zone (GR), Country Club Open Space Zone (COS), and Watercourse Zone (WC) shall apply.
Development Density. The Project may be permitted to be developed to a density not to exceed an overall density of 0.42 units per acre for the entire project.
(Sub -Area 8.10) Sub -Area 8.10 - Lot Arrangement. Except as otherwise specifically provided, lots 57 through 74 per Tentative Tract 29502 within the Project shall be exempt from Section 20.72.010(a), Minimum Size and Depth of Lots, Section 20.72.010(b), Depth Requirements, and Section 20.72.020,
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(5)
Side Lines.
(4) Irregular Lots. Lots which are irregularly shaped and located on a curve or cul- de-sac street shall have a lot width of thirty-five feet (35') at the front property line or meet the required minimum lot width at the Front Building Setback Line [FBSL].
Development Standards for Development Areas. Minimum development standards for development areas within Ryan Golf Course, as identified in Planning Area 8.10 and Sub -area 8.11 — Table, shall be as follows:
(i) Minimum Lot Area Standards. The minimum area requirements for development Sub -areas 8.10 and 8.11 are as follows:
Type
Development Standards Minimum Width/Depth
Area Lot Size Set Backs
RVLD — Lots
(55-70)
12,000 Sq. Ft. min. 86'x140' Min.
RVLD — Lots
(1-54) and
(71, 83-85)
RVLD — Lots
(72-82)
Golf and
Golf House
(Lot 86)
12,000 Sq. Ft. min. 100'x100' min.
12,000 Sq. Ft. min. 100'x100' min.
3,000 Sq. Ft. max. N/A
Front — 20'
Side — 10'x6'min/
8'x8' min
(multiple of 16')
Rear — 10'
Side front (corner
lots) 15'
Front — 20'
Side — 8'x8'
Rear — 10'
Side front (corner
lots) 15'
Front — 20'
Side — 8'x8'
Rear — 20'
Side front (corner
lots) 15'
Front — 20'
Side — 8'x8'
Rear — 10'
Side front (corner
lots) 15'
(ii) Maximum
building
Building
height
8.11 are as follows:
Height. The maximum
for development Sub Areas 8.10 and
Type
Development Standards Maximum Height
Height
RVLD — lots (55-70)
RVLD — Lots (1-54)&(71-85)
Golf Lot (87)
12' at side and rear yard setback line. 18'
maximum height
12' at side and rear yard setback line. 18'
maximum height
No Buildings permitted
(A) Buildings and structures shall not have a height exceeding eighteen feet (18'). In no case shall the building exceed one (1)
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living story above the approved pad elevation of the building site.
(B) Structures shall not exceed twelve feet (12') in height at the side or rear setback line. [see Sections 21.23.070(b)(1) and
21.23.070(b)(3)].
(C) In no case shall the building exceed one (1) living story above the approved pad elevation of the building site.
(D) Structures shall have only forty (40) percent of the total roof area exceed fifteen feet (15') in height to a maximum of eighteen feet (18') from the approved pad grade.
(iii) Roof Slope. Building envelope height restrictions as specified in Zoning Code Sections 21.23.070(b)(1), 21.23.070(b)(2) and 21.23.070(b)(3), shall be enforced. Modifications shall be only be permitted on a Development Area basis and not for each individual lot. (iv) Golf House (Lot 86). Property development standards for the Indian Wells Country Club Golf House (Lot 86) shall be as follows:
(A) Golf House (Lot 86) shall not exceed twelve feet (12') in height at the side or rear building setback line. [see Sections 21.23.070(b)(1) and 21.23 .070(b)(3)] .
(B) In no case shall the Golf House (Lot 86) exceed one (1) living story above the approved pad elevation of the building site.
(C) Golf House (Lot 86) shall have no more than sixty (60) percent of the total roof area exceed fifteen feet (15') in height. (D) In no case shall the roof height of the Golf House (Lot 86) exceed twenty-one feet (21') from approved pad grade nor shall the tower element exceed of twenty-eight feet ten inches (28' 10") from approved pad grade.
(E) Except as otherwise specifically provided in the above provisions, development standards and requirements of the Very Low Density Residential Zone (RVLD) with a Golf and Recreation Zone (GR) shall apply.
(k) Subarea 8.12. This subarea is currently a vacant city -owned parcel zoned Golf and Recreation.
(1) LEFT INTENTIONALLY BLANK.
(m) LEFT INTENTIONALLY BLANK.
(n) LEFT INTENTIONALLY BLANK.
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(o) LEFT INTENTIONALLY BLANK.
(p) Planning Area 8 (Sandpiper/Indian Wells Country Club Area) Map PLANNING AREA 8 (SANDPIPER/INDIAN WELLS COUNTRY CLUB AREA) - MAP Legend
PA 8 Boundary Subarea 8.6
Subarea 8.1(a) Subarea 81
Subarea 8.1(b) Subarea 8.8
Subarea 8.2 Subarea 8.9(a)
Subarea 8.3 Subarea 8.9(b)
Subarea 8.4(a) im Subarea 8.10
Subarea 8.4(b) Subarea 8.11
Subarea 8.5 Subarea 8.12
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ZONE
PLANNING AREA 8 (SANDPIPER/INDIAN WELLS COUNTRY CLUB AREA) - CHART
MAXIMUM
GROSS ACREAGE MAXIMUM DUs DENSITY AVERAGE DENSITY
NOTES
(NPR)
(RVLD)
(RLD)
(RMD)
RESIDENTIAL:
Natural Preserve
Very Low Density
Low Density
Medium Density
147.3
226.5
24.7 0.0
4.0 80.0
111.0
0.0 1/40
3.0 4.5
7.0 [1][2]
(RMHD)
Medium High Density
0.0 0.0
12.0 Subtotal
398.5
191.0
.05
COMMERCIAL:
(CC)
Community
Commercial
6.0 n.a.
n.a.
[3]
(RC)
Resort Commercial
20.3 n.a.
n.a.
(OP)
Professional Office
1.5 n.a.
n.a.
(PF)
Subtotal
PUBLIC USE:
Public Facilities
27.8 n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
0.4 n.a.
n.a.
(PP) Public Parks/
Recreation
0.0 n.a.
n.a.
Subtotal
OPEN SPACE:
(GR) Golf and Recreation
(COS) Country Club Open
Space
(WC) Watercourse
(POS) Public Owned Open
Space
0.4 n.a. n.a.
200
11.a.
n.a. n.a.
235.1
n.a. n.a.
50.0 n.a. n.a.
1,531.1
n.a. n.a.
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ZONE
PLANNING AREA 8 (SANDPIPER/INDIAN WELLS COUNTRY CLUB AREA) - CHART
MAXIMUM
GROSS ACREAGE MAXIMUM DUs DENSITY AVERAGE DENSITY
NOTES
Subtotal
PLANNING AREA
TOTAL
OVERLAY ZONES:
1,816.2 n.a.
2,242.9
n.a. n.a.
191.0 0.1
(AHO) Affordable Housing
(SHO) Senior Housing
(SSAO) Special Study Area
0.0 0.0
0.0 n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
Notes:
[1]
[2]
[3]
Subarea 8.2 currently contains 224 units on approximately 61.0 acres, which yields an average density of 3.6 DU/AC. Thus, this subarea is non -conforming to the Very Low Density Zone which permits a maximum of 3.0 DU/AC. Because this subarea was developed before the Very Low Density Zone was adopted, the uses therein are "legal non -conforming" uses, subject to the provisions of Section 21.90.030.
Approximately 200 acres of this Planning Area 8 are designated for golf course usage by the Golf and Recreation Zone. Thus, the acreage subject to actual development in accordance with the Planning Area 8 designation is the Planning Area 8 acreage minus the golf and recreation zone acreage.
Refer to Section 21.14.080(a) for permitted uses and development requirements.
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(Ord. 387 § 1, 1996; Ord. 472 § 1, 2000; Ord. 521 § 1, 2002; Ord. 522 §§ 3, 4, 2002;
Ord. 606 § 1, 2007; Ord. 665 § 2, 2013)
§ 21.14.090. Planning Area 9 (Toscana Area).
This Planning Area is divided into three (3) subareas, as shown on the map following this Section.
(a) Area (a) is the Southern California Edison power substation and is zoned Public Facilities.
(b) Area (b) is the Whitewater River Storm Channel and is zoned Watercourse. (c) Area (c) contains a gated master planned community, known as The Toscana Country Club, built around a thirty-six (36) hole golf course and clubhouse facility in accordance with an approved modification to Conditional Use Permit (CUP No. 2000-01). This subarea is zoned Very Low Density and contains golf and recreations uses in accordance with Chapter 21.40 of this Title. Development within this subarea is governed by the area's particular zoning district, approved conditional use permit, applicable tract map(s), and active homeowners' association. Persons interested in development within this area should research all of these sources. (1) Except as otherwise specifically provided for in the following provisions, the development standards of the Very Low Density Residential Zone (RVLD) and Golf and Recreation Zone (GR) shall apply.
(i)
Development Density. Development within this subarea shall not exceed a maximum of six hundred sixty (660) fee simple residential dwelling units for the entire subarea.
(ii) Irregular Lots. Lots which are irregularly shaped and located on a curve or cul-de-sac street shall have a lot width of greater than thirty-five (35) feet at the front property line or meet the required minimum lot width at the Front Building Setback Line (FBSL).
(iii) Minimum Lot Area Standards. Minimum lot area standards within the Toscana Country Club shall conform to applicable general lot area standards except as may be provided in an unexpired development agreement.
(iv) Minimum Building Setback Restrictions. Minimum building setback requirements for development within The Toscana Country Club shall be as follows:
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Type
Development
Front
Interior Side
Rear
Setbacks
Side Street Garage Door
security
(gatehouses)
20'
15'
15'
15'
20'
club house, pro
shop and other
recreational
facilities
20'
20'
20'
20'
20'
golf courses
20'
20'
20'
20'
20'
type "A" lots
20'
8'
10'
15'
20'
type "B" lots
20'
8' 10'
15'
20'
type "C" lots
20'
8'
10'
15'
20'
type "D" lots
20'
8' 10'
15'
20'
type "E" lots
20'
8'
10'
15'
20'
(v) Maximum Height Restrictions. Building envelope height restrictions for development within the Toscana Country Club shall be as follows:
Development Type:
Maximum Building
Height
Building Envelope Height Restrictions
Roof Slope
Restrictions
Horizontal Roof
Restrictions
golf locker room/golf
cart storage
42' / 24' '
none
['1
club house 46' / 28' 6" °1[31
none
[6]
pro shop 30' / 21' [°[21 none in
grille pavilion 32' / 20' [°[21
none rn
sports club 44' / 24' [1][21
none m
golf course
maintenance facility
15'12]
none
security (gatehouses) 25' 14 none
none
type "A" lots
19' 121
[4][9]
[81
type "B" lots 20' [4][9]
type "C" lots 21' 21
[4][9] @1
type "D" lots 21' 121
[4][9] [8]
type "E" lots 19' 121
[41[91
[8]
Notes:
[1]
[2]
[3]
Maximum tower height/maximum building
height allowed.
In no case shall the building exceed one (1)
living story above the approved pad elevation of
the building site.
In no case shall the building exceed two (2)
living stories above the approved pad elevation
of the building site.
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Notes:
[4]
[9]
Structures shall not exceed 16' in height at the
side or rear building setback line. The maximum
building height shall not be allowed within 20'
of any side property line; 20' of any rear
property line; 20' of any front property line.
No more than 20% of the horizontal roof area
shall exceed 22' in height.
No more than 20% of the horizontal roof area
shall exceed 30' in height.
No more than 20% of the horizontal roof area
shall exceed 22' in height.
No more than 20% of the horizontal roof area
shall exceed 18' in height, and no more than
45% of the horizontal roof area shall exceed 15'
in height.
Buildings shall not exceed the height
established by the planes between the maximum
building height allowed at the minimum side
and rear building setbacks and the maximum
building height allowed at the minimum
building setbacks for the maximum building
height, [4], above.
(A) Building Height Restrictions. Building envelope height restrictions as specified in Section 21.12.090(c)(v) may be modified.
Modifications shall only be permitted on a "development type" basis and not for each individual lot. Modification of any development type building envelope height restriction shall be reviewed and approved and incorporated into the project's approved conditional use permit in accordance with the provisions of Section
21.06.040(c)(1).
(vi) Property Line Walls. Property line walls may be constructed along the rear and side lot lines within the rear yard building setback subject to the following standards:
(A) A wall along the rear lot line abutting the golf course shall not exceed three (3) feet in height.
(B) A wall along the side lot line may extend into the rear yard building setback, provided that beginning no less than ten (10) feet from the rear property line the wall shall step down in height from a maximum six (6) feet to a maximum of four (4) feet in at least three (3) equally spaced steps.
(vii) Building Appendages and Projections. Development within this subarea shall be in accordance with Section 21.20.100 media niches that are attached or unattached to a fireplace and do not exceed twelve (12) feet in width.
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(viii) Required Screening Walls. Screening walls shall be required in accordance with Section 21.50.050 except when the following criteria are met:
(A) When only one (1) air conditioning compressor is located adjacent to an accessory living structure or garage; and
(B) The air conditioning compressor is located a minimum of ninety (90) feet from the rear property line.
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ZONE
GROSS ACREAGE MAXIMUM DUs
PLANNING AREA 9 (TOSCANA AREA) - CHART
MAXIMUM
DENSITY AVERAGE DENSITY
NOTES
(NPR)
(RVLD)
(RLD)
(RMD)
RESIDENTIAL:
Natural Preserve
Very Low Density
Low Density
Medium Density
0.0 615.0
0.0 0.0
0.0 660.0
0.0 0.0
1/40
3.0 4.5
7.0 (RMHD)
Medium High Density
0.0 0.0
12.0 Subtotal
615.0
660.0
1.073
COMMERCIAL:
(CC)
Community
Commercial
0.0 n.a.
n.a.
(RC)
Resort Commercial
0.0 n.a.
n.a.
(OP)
Professional Office
0.0 n.a.
n.a.
(PF)
Subtotal
PUBLIC USE:
Public Facilities
0.0 n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
5.0 n.a.
n.a.
(PP) Public Parks/
Recreation
0.0 n.a.
n.a.
Subtotal
OPEN SPACE:
(GR) Golf and Recreation
(COS) Country Club Open
Space
(WC) Watercourse
(POS) Public Owned Open
Space
5.0 n.a. n.a.
413.24
11.a.
n.a. n.a.
0.0 n.a. n.a.
20.0 n.a. n.a.
0.0 n.a. n.a.
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ZONE
GROSS ACREAGE MAXIMUM DUs
PLANNING AREA 9 (TOSCANA AREA) - CHART
MAXIMUM
DENSITY AVERAGE DENSITY
NOTES
Subtotal
PLANNING AREA
TOTAL
OVERLAY ZONES:
20.0 n.a.
n.a. n.a.
640.0 660.0 1.03
(AHO) Affordable Housing
(SHO) Senior Housing
(SSAO) Special Study Area
10.0 0.0
0.0 n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
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(Ord. 485 § 1, 2001; Ord. 541 § 1, 2003; Ord. 601 § 1, 2007; Ord. 606 § 1, 2007; Ord.
610 § 1, 2008; Ord. 655 § 1, 2011; Ord. 662 § 1, 2012)
§ 21.14.100. Planning Area 10 (Villages I and II/Village Plaza/Wall Street West).
Villages I and II are two (2) retail commercial/professional office complexes located on opposite sides of Highway 111, west of Cook, which were developed by the same developer and are similar in use and character. Each development is a subarea within the Planning Area, as shown on the map following this Section. The property west of Village I is the professional office development named Wall Street West. The property west of Village II is a retail commercial/professional office development named Village Plaza. Because this Planning Area is transected by Highway 111, it is within the Planning Area 12 and is subject to the requirements of Chapter 21.45.
The uses permitted, signage allowed and vehicular access permitted are all stringently regulated by the applicable Conditional Use Permits and zoning which govern these properties and persons interested in these properties should pay particular attention to same.
(a) Subarea 10.1 [Village I]. This area is improved with the Village I retail complex. It was approved in accordance with Conditional Use Permit (CUP) No. 2-79-4, and is zoned Community Commercial.
(b) Subarea 10.2 [Village II]. This area is improved with the Village 2 retail/office complex. It was approved in accordance with Conditional Use Permit (CUP) No. 2- 86-4, and is zoned Community Commercial.
The uses permitted in this subarea are those approved in Use Permit No. 9 88- 1:
(1) Retail Building: Antiques, apparel —women's; apparel —men's; apparel — infants; appliance store —sales only; art gallery; artificial plants/ trees; beauty shop; beauty supplies; camera store; candy store —boxed candy only; cards and gifts; computer store —sales only; consumer electronics —sales only; fabric store; flower shop; glassware; hobby shop; jewelry; kitchen store; linens and bedding; luggage shop; needlepoint shop; nursery products —No outside sales; optical; wallpaper; party supplies; pet supplies —no pets; pharmacy; portrait studio; sewing center —sales only; shoe repair; shoe store; sporting goods; and toy store.
(2) Office Building: Administrative, executive, clerical offices, consultants, stockbrokers, travel agents, insurance brokers, real estate brokers, accountants, escrow offices, attorneys, dentists and physicians, architects, planners and engineers.
(3) Financial Buildings: Banks and financial institutions. (c) Subarea 10.3 [Wall Street West]. This subarea was approved in accordance with
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Conditional Use Permit (CUP) No. 2-91-2 and is zoned Professional Office. Access to this area is restricted to a single access point on Highway 111 and will be limited to right -turn -in and right -turn -out due to the proposed median in Highway 111.
Additional access is available to the east via the Village I property. This subarea is also within the Planning Area 12 and is subject to the requirements of Chapter 21.45.
The uses permitted in this subarea are those listed below as defined in Section 21.36.040:
(1) Office Building: Government facilities, manufactured structures, museum and art galleries, administrative offices, business offices, professional offices, recreational facilities, utility buildings and facilities, and non-commercial banks.
(d) Subarea 10.4 [Village Plaza]. This subarea is zoned Community Commercial has developed in phases under Conditional Use Permit (CUP) Nos. 2-95-1 and 2-96-3.
This subarea is also within the Planning Area 12 and is subject to the requirements of Chapter 21.45.
The buildings defined in this area conform to the Master Development Plan approved under CUP No. 2-95-1. The uses permitted in this subarea are those listed below as defined in CUP Nos. 2-95-1 and 2-96-3:
(1) Building 1 (Office): Government facilities, manufactured structures, museum and art galleries, administrative offices, business offices, professional offices, recreational facilities, utility buildings and facilities, and non-commercial banks.
(2) Building 2 (Office): Government facilities, manufactured structures, museum and art galleries, accounting offices, administrative offices, attorney offices, business offices, professional offices, clerical offices, dentist and physician offices, escrow offices, architect and planning offices, consultant offices, insurance offices, real estate brokers, recreational facilities, stock brokers, travel agents, utility buildings and facilities, and non-commercial banks. (5)
Building 5 (Banks and Financial Institutions): Financial uses (banks, financial institutions and non-commercial banks).
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ZONE
PLANNING AREA 10 (VILLAGE I AND II/HIGHWAY 111 AREA) - CHART
MAXIMUM
GROSS ACREAGE MAXIMUM DUs DENSITY AVERAGE DENSITY
NOTES
(NPR)
(RVLD)
(RLD)
(RMD)
RESIDENTIAL:
Natural Preserve
Very Low Density
Low Density
Medium Density
0.0 0.0
0.0 0.0
0.0 0.0
0.0 0.0
1/40
3.0 4.5
7.0 (RMHD)
Medium High Density
0.0 0.0
12.0 Subtotal
0.0 0.0
0.0 COMMERCIAL:
(CC)
Community
Commercial
28.1 n.a.
n.a.
(RC)
Resort Commercial
0.0 n.a.
n.a.
(OP)
Professional Office
0.0 n.a.
n.a.
(PF)
Subtotal
PUBLIC USE:
Public Facilities
28.1 n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
0.0 n.a.
n.a.
(PP) Public Parks/
Recreation
0.0 n.a.
n.a.
(PA 12)
(GR)
(COS)
(WC)
Highway 111
Subtotal
OPEN SPACE:
Golf and Recreation
Country Club Open
Space
Watercourse
2.9 n.a. n.a.
2.9 n.a.
0.0 n.a. n.a.
n.a. n.a.
0.0 n.a. n.a.
0.0 n.a. n.a.
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ZONE
PLANNING AREA 10 (VILLAGE I AND II/HIGHWAY 111 AREA) - CHART
MAXIMUM
GROSS ACREAGE MAXIMUM DUs DENSITY AVERAGE DENSITY
NOTES
(POS) Public Owned Open
Space
Subtotal
0.0 n.a. n.a.
0.0 n.a.
n.a. n.a.
PLANNING AREA
TOTAL
OVERLAY ZONES:
31 0.0 0.0
(AHO) Affordable Housing
(SHO) Senior Housing
(SSAO) Special Study Area
0.0 0.0
0.0 n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
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(Ord. 387 § 1, 1996; Ord. 403 § 3 Exhibit A, 1997; Ord. 606 § 1, 2007) § 21.14.110. Planning Area 11 (Vintage/Living Desert/Hidden Valley Area). (a) Subareas. This planning area is divided into three (3) subareas, as shown on the map following this Section.
(1) Subarea 11.1. This gated master planned residential community, known as the Vintage Country Club, is built around a thirty -six -hole golf course in accordance with an approved Conditional Use Permit, CUP No. 2-78-7. It is zoned Very Low Density, and is bounded on the south by the Deep Canyon Flood Channel, which is zoned Watercourse, and the base of the Santa Rosa Mountains, which are zoned Public Owned Open Space. Water reservoirs located in the southwestern portion of the subarea are zoned Public Facilities.
Subarea contains golf and recreation uses in accordance with Chapter 21.40 of this Title.
Internally, the Vintage Country Club project is divided into seventeen (17) development areas with net densities ranging from just over 2 du/acre to the three-story terrace condominiums at 10 du/acre.
Development within this country club area is governed by the zoning, the approved Conditional Use Permit, the applicable tract maps, and an active homeowners' association. Persons interested in development within this area should research all of these sources.
(2) Subarea 11.2. This subarea extends southeasterly into the mountains to the southernmost boundary of the City. This area is zoned Public Owned Open Space with the exception of two (2) flood corridors zoned Watercourse, and water reservoirs zoned Public Facilities.
The northwestern portion of this Subarea contains the Living Desert Wildlife & Botanical Park. Established in 1970 as a non-profit education and conservation center, the 1,200 acre park lies within both the Cities of Palm Desert and Indian Wells. The Eagle Canyon and African Savannah Village exhibits are within the municipal boundaries of the City of Indian Wells and are subject to the requirements of Conditional Use Permit Nos. 2-90-6 and 2-97-1.
(3)
Subarea 11.3. This gated master planned community, known as the Reserve at Hidden Valley, is planned around a private 21 -hole golf course and clubhouse facility in accordance with an approved Conditional Use Permit, CUP No. 2-92-5. This subarea is zoned Very Low Density and is transected by several flood control corridors which are zoned Watercourse. The most easterly portion of this area abuts the Santa Rosa Mountains, and is zoned Country Club Open Space. Subarea contains golf and recreation uses in accordance with Chapter 21.40 of this Title.
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The subarea designations shown on the map following this Section are conceptual only. Land use designations [WC, RVLD, or GR] may be altered if subsequent land use analysis indicates that an environmentally superior plan would result.
(b) General Development Standards. Except as otherwise specifically provided for in the following provisions, the development standards of the Very Low Density Residential Zone (RVLD), Golf and Recreation Zone (GR), Country Club Open Space Zone (COS), and Watercourse Zone (WC) shall apply. (1) Development Density. The Project may be permitted to be developed to a density not to exceed an overall density of 0.63 units per acre for the entire project and not to exceed a maximum of sixty-six (66) units within a development cluster (area of similar lot/housing types) (2) Attached and Zero -Setback Dwellings. Dwelling units which are attached to one another or which are offset on the legal lot upon which they are built so as to have one (1) or more exterior wall located upon a property line may be permitted within the Project. Property standards (i.e. lot area, lot dimensions and yards) for attached, zero -setback and similar development approaches shall be reviewed and approved by the Planning Commission and incorporated into the Project's approved Conditional Use Permit in accordance with the provisions of Section 21.06.040(c)
Condominium Development. Condominium residential development may be permitted upon approval by the City Council subject to approval of a Conditional Use Permit in accordance with the provisions of Section
21.20.110.
(3)
(4) Lot Arrangement. Except as otherwise specifically provided, each lot within the Project shall be exempt from Section 20.72.010(a), Minimum Size and Depth of Lots, Section 20.72.010(b), Depth Requirements, and Section
20.72.020, Side Lines.
(5)
Irregular Lots. Lots which are irregularly shaped and located on a curve or cul- de-sac street shall have a lot width of thirty-five (35) feet at the front property line or meet the required minimum lot width at the Front Building Setback Line [FBSL].
(6) Development Standards for Development Areas. Minimum development standards for development areas within the Reserve, as identified in Planning Area 11, Subarea 11.3 - Table, shall be as follows:
(i) Minimum Lot Area Standards. The minimum area requirements for development areas within the Reserve are as follows:
DEVELOPMENT DEVELOPMENT MINIMUM LOT:
TYPE
AREA SIZE (SQ. FT.) WIDTH/ DEPTH
Sales and Security
Bungalows
1, lA
none none
2 6,000 50'/80'
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DEVELOPMENT DEVELOPMENT MINIMUM LOT:
TYPE
AREA
SIZE (SQ. FT.)
WIDTH/ DEPTH
Casitas
3 6,000
50'/80'
Villas 4 6,000 50'/80'
Reserve Lots 5 10,000 60'/100'
Hidden Valley Estates 6, 6A, 6B 10,000 60'/100'
Estate Lots 7 10,000 60'/100'
Club House and other
Recreational Facilities
8 none
none
Golf Course
maintenance facility
9 none
none
(ii) Minimum Building Setback Restrictions. Minimum building setback requirements for development areas with the Reserve are as follows:
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Development Type
Development Area
Front
Interior Side
Rear
Setbacks
Side Street
Garage Door
Sales and Security
1, IA
20'
15'
15'
15'
20'
Bungalows
2 20'
Lots having less than
90' in width at front
property line: 5'
Lots 90' or more in
width at front property
line: 8'
10'
15'
20'
Casitas
3 20'
Lots having less than
90' in width at front
property line 12' (no
less than 5' on one
side).
Lots 90' or more in
width at front property
line: 8'
10'
15'
20'
Villas
4 20'
10'
10'
15'
20'
Reserve Lots
5 20'
8'
10'
15'
20'
Hidden Valley Estates
6 20'
12'
10'
15'
20'
Hidden Valley Estates
6A
20'
12'
10'
15'
20'
Hidden Valley Estates
6B
20'
8'
10'
15'
20'
Estate Lots
7 20'
12'
10'
15'
20'
Club House and other
Recreational Facilities
8 20'
20'
20'
20'
20'
Golf Course maintenance
facility
9 20'
20'
20'
20'
20'
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Notes:
Side street setback for corner lots.
(iii) Minimum Height Restrictions. Building envelope height restrictions for Development Areas within The Reserve are as shown in the table on the following page:
Development Type
Development Area Maximum Building Roof Slope
(DA) Height in Stories (feet) Restrictions
Horizontal Roof Area
Limits
Walls
Property Line
Other
Sales and Security 1, lA 1 (18')'
Bungalows 2 1 (18')'
Casitas 3 1 (18')'
Villas 4 1 (18')'
Reserve Lots 5 1 (18')'
Hidden Valley Estates 6 1 (24')5
Hidden Valley Estates 6A 1 (24')$
Hidden Valley Estates 6B 1 (18')'
Estate Lots 7 1 (24')5
Club House and other 8 2 (40')2
Recreational Facilities Clubhouse
1 (18')'
Other Facilities
Golf Course Maintenance 9 Single Story'
Facility
yes3
yes6
yes7
yes10
yes3
yes"
yes"
yes3
yes"
no
yes3
no
yes4
yes12
yes'
yes'
yes'
yes"
yeS'3
yes4
no
no
yeS'3
no
yes4
no
no
no
no
no
no
no
no
no
no
no
yes'
yes'S, 16
yes'
yes"
yeS'5
yes'
yes'
yes'
yes'
yes'
yes'
yes"
Notes:
1 2
Buildings and structures shall not have a height exceeding eighteen feet (18'). In no case shall the building exceed one (1) living story above the approved pad elevation of the building site.
Clubhouse shall not have a height exceeding forty feet (40'). In no case shall the building exceed two (2) living stories above the approved pad elevation of the building site.
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3 4
5 6
7 8
9 10
11 Structures shall not exceed twelve feet (12') in height at the side or rear setback line. The maximum building height shall not be allowed within twenty-six feet (26') of the side property line, thirty-two feet (32') of the rear property line, or twenty feet (20') of the front property line [see Sections 21.23.070(b)(1) and 21.23.070(b)(3)].
Structures shall have only 30% of the total roof area exceed fifteen feet (15") in height to a maximum of eighteen feet (18')from the approved pad grade [see Section
21.23.070(a)].
Buildings and structures shall not have a height exceeding twenty-four feet (24'). In no case shall the building exceed one (1) living story above the approved pad elevation of the building site.
Structures shall not exceed fifteen feet (15') in height at the side or rear setback line. The maximum building height shall not be allowed within thirteen feet (13') of the side property line, sixteen feet (16') of the rear property line, or twenty feet (20') of the front property line.
Structures shall not exceed fifteen feet (15') in height at the side or rear setback line. The maximum building height shall not be allowed within thirteen feet (13') of the side property line, twenty-four feet (24') of the rear property line, or twenty feet (20') of the front property line.
Where a line -of -sight demonstrates that buildings and structures are not visible from The Vintage Country Club or The Living Desert, the maximum height of a proposed structure shall not exceed twenty-four feet (24'). In no case shall the building exceed one (1) living story above the approved pad elevation of the building site.
In no case shall the building exceed one (1) living story above the approved pad elevation of the building site.
Structures shall not exceed fifteen feet (15') in height at the side or rear setback line. The maximum building height shall not be allowed within twenty feet (20') of the side property line, thirty-two feet (32') of the rear property line, or twenty feet (20') of the front property line.
Structures shall not exceed sixteen feet (16') in height at the side or rear setback line. The maximum building height shall not be allowed within twenty-six feet (26') of the side property line, thirty-two feet (32') of the rear property line, or twenty feet (20') of the front property line.
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12 Structures shall have only forty (40) percent of the total roof area exceed fifteen feet (15') in height to a maximum of eighteen feet (18') from the approved pad grade.
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Notes:
13 14
15 16
Structures shall have only forty (40) percent of the total roof area exceed fifteen feet (15') in height to a maximum of twenty-four feet (24') from the approved pad grade.
Walls and fences may be used to enclose facilities that are adjacent to existing or anticipated urban development, but shall not be permitted in locations which will restrict obvious wildlife movement, unless such wall/fence has been designed by a qualified biologist to allow wildlife movement to the satisfaction of the Planning Director.
Walls and fences may be used to enclose the "island of development within a parcel," but shall not be permitted along property boundaries of the individual residential lot.
Immediately surrounding the residential structure may be small, walled -in yard areas.
Barriers (walls) between parcels, for privacy courtyards or other small walled -in yard areas, may be permitted within the bungalows if lots are clustered in groups of four with unrestricted open space areas between each cluster. Open space areas between each cluster must be designed by a qualified biologist to allow wildlife movement to the satisfaction of the Planning Director.
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(A) Roof Slope. Building envelope height restrictions as specified in Zoning Code Sections 21.23.070(a), 21.23.070(b)(1),
21.23.070(b)(2) and 21.23.070(b)(3), and Section
21.14.110(b)(6)(iii) may be modified to fit the development conditions. Modifications shall be only be permitted on a Development Area basis and not for each individual lot.
Modifications of any Development Area building envelope height restrictions shall be reviewed and approved by the Planning Commission and incorporated into the projects approved Conditional Use Permit in accordance with the provisions of Section
21.06.040(c)(1).
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ZONE.
PLANNING AREA 11 (VINTAGE/LIVING DESERT/HIDDEN VALLEY AREA) - CHART
MAXIMUM
GROSS ACREAGE MAXIMUM DUs DENSITY AVERAGE DENSITY
NOTES
RESIDENTIAL:
(NPR) Natural Preserve
(RVLD) Very Low Density
(RLD) Low Density
(RMD) Medium Density
(RMHD) Medium High Density
Subtotal
COMMERCIAL:
0.0 1,226.0
0.0 0.0
0.0 1,226.0
10.0 1,352.0
0.0 0.0
0.0 1,352.0
1/40
3.0 4.5
7.0 12.0
1.1 [1][2]
[3J[4J
(CC)
Community
Commercial
(RC) Resort Commercial
(OP) Professional Office
Subtotal
PUBLIC USE:
(PF) Public Facilities
(PP) Public Parks/
Recreation
Subtotal
OPEN SPACE:
(GR) Golf and Recreation
(COS) Country Club Open
Space
(WC) Watercourse
(POS) Public Owned Open
Space
0.0 0.0
0.0 0.0
0.0 0.0
0.0 0.0
0.0 0.0
0.0 0.0
9.6 0.0
9.6 n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
491.0
234.5
100.0
941.5
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
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PLANNING AREA 11 (VINTAGE/LIVING DESERT/HIDDEN VALLEY AREA) - CHART
MAXIMUM
GROSS ACREAGE MAXIMUM DUs DENSITY AVERAGE DENSITY
NOTES
Subtotal
PLANNING AREA
TOTAL
OVERLAY ZONES:
(AHO) Affordable Housing
(SHO) Senior Housing
(SSAO) Special Study Area
1,276.0 n.a.
n.a. n.a.
2,511.6 1,352.0 1.9
0.0 0.0
0.0 n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
Notes:
[1]
[2]
[3]
[4]
The number of units currently approved within this designation is 1,352 units. The Vintage Country Club is currently approved for 1,102 units and the Reserve at Hidden Valley is approved for 250 units.
Approximately 491 acres (273 acres in the Vintage Country Club and 218 acres in the Reserve at Hidden Valley) of this Planning Area 11 are designated for golf course usage by the Golf and Recreation Zone. Thus, the acreage subject to actual development in accordance with the Planning Area 11 designation is the Planning Area 11 acreage minus the golf and recreation zone acreage.
Subarea 11.1 currently is approved for 1,102 units on approximately 883.0 acres, which yields an average density of 1.3 du/ac.
Subarea 11.3 within the City of Indian Wells is currently approved for 250 fee simple residential dwelling units on approximately 393 acres, which yields an average density of 0.636 du/ac.
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Planning
Area 12
(Ord. 387 § 1, 1996; Ord. 414 § 1, 1997; Ord. 418 § 1, 1997; Ord. 473 § 1, 2000; Ord. 606 § 1, 2007; Ord. 686 § 2, 2015)
§ 21.14.120. Planning Area 12 (Highway 111 Beautification and Improvement Planning Area).
The Highway 111 Beautification and Improvement Planning Area extends approximately four (4) miles along Highway 111 from Palm Desert on the west to Point Happy in the City of La Quinta to the east (see Map below). For detailed information on the Highway 111 Overlay Zone Development Standards, refer to Chapter 21.45 of the Zoning Code.
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(Ord. 387 § 1, 1996; Ord. 606 § 1, 2007; Ord. 720 § 4, 2019)
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Chapter 21.40 is hereby amended to read as follows:
CHAPTER 21.40
GOLF AND RECREATION ZONE DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
§ 21.40.010. General.
(a) This Chapter contains the regulations for the Golf and Recreation Zone established by the City. The regulations of this Chapter shall apply to all properties within the Golf and Recreation Zones within the City, except as modified by standards and regulations pertaining to the planning area in which the development is located, in accordance with Section 21.12.010(b) of this Title.
(b) Except as otherwise provided in this Chapter, development within the Golf and Recreation Zone shall comply with the development standards of Chapter 21.23, including, but not limited to, lot dimensions, setbacks, and building height. In the event of any conflict between Chapter 21.23 and this Chapter, the provisions of this Chapter shall govern. Nothing in this subsection shall be interpreted to authorize residential uses prohibited by Section 21.40.030.
(c) Except as provided in this Chapter, development standards, performance standards, and all other applicable provisions of the Municipal Code shall continue to apply. (Ord. 387 § 1, 1996)
§ 21.40.020. Purpose.
The purpose of the Golf and Recreation Zone is to ensure the long-term continuity of the various golf courses within the City as operating golf courses, to allow both public and private golf course operations inclusive of accessory structures and ancillary facilities associated with the operation and maintenance of a golf course, and to allow compatible, supportive recreational uses customarily associated with golf and recreation facilities while maintaining compatibility with surrounding neighborhoods and planned development patterns. (Ord. 387 § 1, 1996)
§ 21.40.030. Permitted uses.
Only uses and facilities directly related to, customarily incidental to, and operated in conjunction with the subject golf course or golf clubhouse facility shall be permitted within the Golf and Recreation Zone, subject to Section 21.40.040 of this Chapter, and are limited to the following:
(a) Primary Use
(1) Public or Private Golf Courses as defined by Section 21.08.260 (b) Accessory golf course uses
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(1) Ancillary golf facilities as defined by Section 21.08.062 (2) Maintenance or operations facilities
(3) Country club clubhouse facilities
(4) Golf practice area as defined by Section 21.08.261
(c) Supportive country club and golf recreational uses
(1) Supportive country club and golf recreational uses as defined by Section
21.08.171
(2) Bocce ball and similar low -intensity outdoor recreation amenities (3) Fitness, wellness, and similar recreation -support facilities customarily associated with golf and recreation operations
(4) Passive recreation amenities such as walking paths, seating/view areas, and landscape and open -space features, or similar uses.
(d) Prohibited Uses
(1) Gamified commercial entertainment enterprises including but not limited to Topgolf-type facilities, miniature golf, and other golf-themed commercial entertainment venues are prohibited.
(2) Residential uses.
(Ord. 387 § 1, 1996)
§ 21.40.040. Review and approval procedure.
All new development, redevelopment, remodeling, exterior modification, or change in use within the Golf and Recreation Zone shall be reviewed and approved in accordance with this Section and any other applicable provisions of this Title. Existing golf courses and related facilities shall be deemed to have complied with this Section if they were approved in conjunction with a development with an approved Master Development Plan, Conditional Use Permit and/or Variance, in accordance with the provisions of Sections 21.06.030, 21.06.040, or 21.06.050. Any subsequent development, remodeling, or modification shall comply with Chapter 21.60 and any applicable conditions of approval, and shall be subject to the review and approval requirements set forth in subsections (a) through (d) below. (a) Ministerial Review. In -kind repair, ordinary maintenance, and restoration of existing, lawfully established improvements that do not expand building footprints, intensify a use, or materially alter site design may be processed ministerially, subject to any required permits issued by the Planning or Building Departments. (b) Architecture and Landscape Review.
(1) Before commencing construction, exterior modification, or other activities subject to Chapter 21.60 (Architecture and Landscape Review), the owner/applicant shall obtain Design Review approval by the appropriate Review Authority in accordance with Chapter 21.60.
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(2) Design Review approval shall be required prior to issuance of building permits for any structures or site improvements that are subject to Chapter
21.60. (c) Conditional Use Permit ("CUP"). A CUP in accordance with Section 21.06.040 shall be required for any of the following:
(1) Establishment of a new golf course, or modification to the layout of an existing golf course or its customary golf features as described in Section
21.08.260; or
(2) Conversion of all or a portion of a golf course play area or golf practice area, as defined by Sections 21.08.260 & 21.08.261, to any accessory golf course use permitted by Section 21.40.030(b) or any supportive country club and golf recreational use permitted by Section 21.40.030(c); or
(3) Construction, expansion, relocation, or replacement of any ancillary golf facility, maintenance or operations facility, clubhouse facility, golf practice area, or supportive recreational use, other than work eligible for Ministerial Review in accordance with subsection 21.40.040(a); or
(4) Any expansion or operational change determined by the Director of Community Development to be a major revision or modification that warrants discretionary review for compatibility, operational impacts, or public welfare considerations.
Minor revisions or modifications to an approved CUP may be approved administratively where eligible in accordance with subsection 21.06.040(g). (d) Where both Design Review and a CUP are required, the CUP shall be obtained first or concurrently, and final building permit plans shall be consistent with both the approved CUP and the approved Design Review application. (Ord. 387 § 1, 1996)
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Sections 21.48.020, 21.48.030, 21.48.040, 21.48.050, and 21.48.080 are hereby amended to read as follows:
§ 21.48.020. Purpose.
The purpose of this overlay is to regulate the construction, placement, and modification of wireless communication facilities; to allow the providers of wireless communications services to provide such services to the community effectively and efficiently while minimizing the total number and overall impact of additional towers; to encourage collocation, the use of attached facilities, and the use of appropriate public and semi- public properties where possible; to require designs and parameters compatible with adjacent land uses; to promote long-range planning and cooperation between property owners, the wireless communications services providers and the City; and to protect the public health, safety, and general welfare of the community.
The City shall utilize the Telecommunications Overlay Zone to encourage new commercial antennas and wireless communication facilities to locate in the Resort Commercial (RC), Sports Complex (SPX), and Golf and Recreation (GR) zones. These zones offer the telecommunications industry opportunities for new commercial antennas and wireless communication facilities to be developed that meet the needs of the industry while, at the same time, maintaining the aesthetic standards of the City. § 21.48.030. Location of the Telecommunications Overlay Zone.
The Telecommunications Overlay shall apply to the Sports Complex Zone (Chapter
21.35), the Resort Commercial Zone (Chapter 21.34), and within gated communities with a clubhouse facility in the Golf and Recreation Zone (Chapter 21.40). § 21.48.040. Applicability.
The standards and regulations of the Telecommunications Overlay shall apply to new commercial antennas and wireless communication facilities that are proposed within the Sports Complex and the Resort Commercial Zones. The standards and regulations of this Telecommunications Overlay shall also apply to new commercial antennas and wireless communication facilities proposed within the Golf and Recreation Zone, as provided in Section 21.48.080, within gated communities with a clubhouse facility. § 21.48.050. Review and approval procedures.
New commercial antennas and wireless communication facilities in the Sports Complex and Resort Commercial Zones, subject to the Telecommunications Overlay, are provided with a two -track review and approval process depending upon the nature of the proposal: administrative review and the full public review. Commercial antennas and wireless communication facilities proposed pursuant to Section 21.48.080 shall be subject to requirements of subsection (c) below.
(a) Administrative Review. Commercial antenna and wireless communication facilities that comply with the development standards specified in Sections
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21.48.060 or 21.48.070, are subject to the Administrative Review Process noted in Section 21.90.060(d)(3).
(b) Full Public Review. Commercial antenna and wireless communication facilities that do not comply with the standards set forth in Sections 21.48.060 or 21.48.070 or are proposed to exceed the height standards shall be required to obtain a Conditional Use Permit, per Section 21.06.040.
Telecommunication Overlay Zone applied to the Golf and Recreation Zone within gated communities with a clubhouse facility. Commercial antenna and wireless communication facilities proposed pursuant to Section 21.48.080 shall be required to obtain a Conditional Use Permit and shall be subject to the Full Public Review Process in accordance with Section 21.06.040 and Section 21.90.060(d)(2). (d) Submittal Requirements. Shall be the same as specified in Section 21.90.060 of the Antenna Ordinance.
(c)
§ 21.48.080. Development standards —Telecommunications Overlay Zone applied to Golf and Recreation Zone within gated communities with a clubhouse facility.
The goals of allowing the placement of wireless facilities within a gated community are to improve wireless communication coverage and capacity to the residents of Indian Wells. The intention is to: 1) require commercial antennas and wireless communication facilities to be sited in a manner that minimizes the visual impact of these facilities, 2) promote wireless communications facilities that are compatible with surrounding land uses, 3) protect the beauty of the natural environment by minimizing the potential visual blight of wireless communication facilities to the greatest extent possible, and 4) safeguard the health, safety, general welfare, and property values of the community.
Commercial antenna and wireless communication facilities are encouraged to locate within a clubhouse facility that can be designed to blend in with the buildings to meet both the technical requirements of the telecommunications industry and the aesthetic values of the community.
(a) Location. It is the intent of the Golf and Recreation Zone within gated communities with a clubhouse facility to allow a Telecommunications Overlay Zone that would permit new telecommunication facilities to integrate with the clubhouse structures to take advantage of the height these structures provide and to minimize aesthetic impacts. As such, the following review processes shall apply in the Golf and Recreation Zone within gated communities with a clubhouse facility:
(1) Commercial antenna and wireless communications facilities shall be subject to the Conditional Use Permit Review process, as described in Sections
21.06.040 and 2L90.060(2):
(b) Height. Commercial antenna and wireless communications facilities shall not exceed the maximum height of the golf clubhouse where the facility is located in the Golf and Recreation Zone.
(c) Exception to Height Standards. Commercial antennas and wireless communication facilities may exceed the maximum height standards set forth in Section
21.48.080(a) under the following conditions:
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(1) The Applicant shall provide plans that fully screen the proposed facility from the view of surrounding properties and the public view unless it is co -located with existing facilities or structures. The communication facilities shall not create substantial visual, noise or thermal impacts and must be consistent with the character of the surrounding development, and;
(2) The Applicant provides substantial evidence that there are no existing structures or freestanding wireless communication facilities within the geographic area of sufficient height to meet the Applicant's requirements and the deficiency in height cannot be remedied at a reasonable cost, and; The Applicant provides substantial evidence that the extra height is necessary to avoid electromagnetic interference with other structures including existing wireless communications facilities within the geographic area, and; (4) The Applicant provides written documentation, to the satisfaction of the Planning Commission/City Council, that the extra height is necessary to allow for future rearrangement of antennas and/or to accept additional antennas of other service providers, and;
(3)
The Applicant's proposal complies with the design standards set forth in Section
21.48.080(e) and that the extended height shall integrate into the existing club house architecture so as not to appear as an addition to the structure. (d) Setbacks. Commercial antennas and wireless communication facilities shall comply with the setbacks prescribed in the base -zoning district except as described in Section 21.90.060(2) of the Antenna Ordinance. (e) Design Standards. In addition to the requirements of Section 21.90.060(4) of the Antenna Ordinance, the following standards shall apply:
(1) Building mounted antennas and any ancillary equipment shall be in scale and architecturally integrated with the building design in such a manner as to be visually unobtrusive. Screening may include designs such as locating the facility within attics, steeples, towers, behind and below parapets, or concealed within a new architectural addition to a building or structure which is architecturally compatible with the building. (2) When viewed directly against a building wall, colors and materials of the antennas shall match the existing building. Antennas attached to the building shall be painted or otherwise treated to match the exterior of the building or the antenna's background color.
Roof -mounted equipment and antennas shall be located as far away as feasible and aesthetically desirable from the edge of the building. All commercial antenna and wireless communication facilities that are visible at five (5) feet above ground level, three hundred (300) feet from the base of the building shall incorporate appropriate techniques to camouflage or disguise the facility, and/or blend it into the surrounding environment unless evidence, acceptable to the Planning Commission shows that such camouflaging is infeasible. All such roof -mounted equipment must be architecturally compatible with the building. (3)
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(4) Building mounted antenna and any ancillary equipment shall not interfere with views from neighboring properties.
Antenna and Wireless Communication Facilities
All commercial antenna and wireless communication facilities must be designed and located to minimize their visibility to the greatest extent feasible, considering technological requirements, by means of placement, screening, and camouflage.
Based on potential aesthetic impact, the order of preference for facility type is: facade mounted, roof mounted, ground mounted, and freestanding tower. Below are examples of acceptable and unacceptable building and roof treatments.
Photos courtesy of Stealth Network Technologies, Inc.
Bell towerFlag pole Roof mounted flag pole
Examples of acceptable disguised towers
Facade mounted antennas
Chimneys
Examples of acceptable building treatments
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Cross
Louvers on facade
Custom steeple
Examples of acceptable building treatments
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City of Indian Wells
Resolution No. PC 2026-01
Roof mounted antenna
Examples of acceptable roof treatments
The City's Antenna Ordinance contains specific standards regarding the location and design of commercial antenna and wireless communication facilities within the City of Indian Wells. Specific questions regarding these standards should be directed to a Planning Department representative.
Roof mounted antenna
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Parapet addition
Roof mounted antenna
Photos courtesy of Stealth Network Technologies, Inc.
Examples of unacceptable roof treatments
(Ord. 525 § 1, 2002)
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ATTACHMENT #2
§ 21.08.260. Golf course.
"Golf course" shall mean a lot or portion of a lot designed and used primarily for playing golf that contains the golf course play area, including pitch_and_putt courses, but excluding driving ranges, miniature golf courses or other similar commercial enterprises, unless cxpress_y permitted. The term shall include:
(1) "Golf course play area" shall mean the portions of the golf course site maintained and used for the play of golf and shall consist only of fairways, tees, putting greens, roughs, sand bunkers, cart paths, and lakes.
(2) A "golf course" shall include golf -practice areas operated in conjunction with the golf course on the same site as defined by Section 21.08.261. (Ord. 387 § 1, 1996)
The following Sections and definitions will be added to Chapter 21.08.
21.08.261. Golf Practice Area.
"Golf practice area" shall mean an area designed and used for practicing the game of golf and shall consist of one or more of the following: practice putting greens, chipping areas, bunkers, and driving ranges. A "golf practice area" is a facility that is accessory to and o-perated in conjunction with a golf course or golf clubhouse facility on the same site. A golf practice area does not include gamified, commercial entertainment enterprises, including but not limited to: Topgolf-type facilities, miniature golf, or other similar golf-themed commercial entertainment venues.
$ 21.08.062. Ancillary golf facilities.
"Ancillary golf facilities" shall mean accessory uses and facilities that are directly related to the operation and maintenance of a golf course and that are located on the same site as, and operated in conjunction with, a golf course or golf clubhouse facility. "Ancillary golf facilities" include, but are not limited to: a clubhouse, pro shop, golf merchandise store, maintenance and operations facilities, cart barns; equipment and materials storage; restrooms; snack -shacks, restaurants, and similar limited food and beverage service located within a clubhouse or golf facility; locker rooms; meeting or event spaces located within a clubhouse or golf facility; golf instruction or training facilities; and parking areas.
21.08.171. Supportive Country Club and Golf Recreational Uses. "Supportive country club and golf recreational uses" shall mean recreational uses and facilities that are customarily incidental and operated in conjunction with a country club or golf clubhouse facility on the same site. Su Dportive recreational uses include, but are not limited to: racquet or -paddle sports courts and related facilities; bocce ball; shuffleboard; swimming pools and spas and related deck seating areas; walking paths; and similar recreation amenities associated with country clubs and golf courses.
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CHAPTER 21.12
ESTABLISHMENT OF LAND USE CATEGORIES, PLANNING AREAS AND
OVERLAY ZONES
§ 21.12.010. Organization.
The zoning in the City utilizes three (3) different components: land use categories (also referred to as designations), planning areas, and overlay zones. Each of the components serves a distinct function. These functions are discussed below:
(a) Land Use Categories. The first component of the zoning is the land use category.
Land use categories are used to provide precise development standards and use regulations. This component establishes basic land use categories, each of which has a set of standards and regulations.
The land use categories apply to specific parcels of land. Development of land within each category must meet all the requirements relating to that category, except as modified by the standards and regulations pertaining to the planning area in which the land is located. The zoning map of the City depicts the application of the land use categories.
(b) Planning Areas. The second component of the zoning is the planning area. This component establishes planning areas consistent with established private communities (e.g. Vintage Country Club and Desert Horizons), master planned resort developments (e.g. SunriscIndian Wells Golf Resort), and contiguous neighborhoods with common planning and use issues.
The planning areas are comprised of contiguous properties having significant and definable inter -related planning and land use issues which require uniform resolution in order to insure basic fairness in application and administrative economy.
Each planning area is subject to the land use requirements and development standards otherwise applicable under this Title, except as specifically modified by regulations pertaining to the particular planning area. In the event of any conflict between the standards and regulations pertaining to a particular planning area and those otherwise applicable under this Title, the former shall govern.
Planning areas and the development standards specially pertaining to each are set forth in Chapter 21.14. The boundaries of the planning areas are identified in Chapter 21.14.
(c) Overlay Zones. The third component of the zoning is the overlay zone. This component establishes special regulations which are applied to defined areas of specific concern, regardless of the underlying land use category. These regulations take precedence over the other regulations of this Title, except as otherwise indicated by the specific regulations pertaining to a planning area. (Ord. 387 § 1, 1996)
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§ 21.12.020. Land use categories.
The following chart shows a listing of the land use categories established by this division.
The land use categories established by this division are defined and labeled in the chart.
The label is used for identification and reference.
LAND USE CATEGORIES - CHART
CATEGORY
DEVELOPMENT DEVELOPMENT
LABEL DESIGNATION STANDARD CHARACTERISTIC
Residential NPR Natural Preserve 1 du/40 gross acres Privately owned lands in the Santa Rosa Mountain
range along the southern
half of City. Limited
residential development is
permitted subject to
restrictions of a Hillside
Management Ordinance.
Residential RVLD Very Low Density 1 3 du/gross acre Single family detached homes on large lots, often
custom designed.
Residential
Residential
RLD Low Density 3.1-4.5 du/gross Single family
acre detached
subdivisions.
R11D Medium Density 4.6-7.0 du/gross Small lot, detached and/or acre attached single family
dwellings.
Residential
RMHD Medium High 7.1-12.0 du/gross Lower density town
Density acre homes, condominiums
and apartments. Would
accommodate congregate
housing facilities for
seniors.
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LAND USE CATEGORIES - CHART
CATEGORY
LABEL
DESIGNATION
DEVELOPMENT
STANDARD
DEVELOPMENT
CHARACTERISTIC
Open Space
GR/ CELL
Telecommunicat
ions
Overlay
Commercial
CC
Community
Commercial
See Section
21.48.080
Commercial
antenna per Section
21.48.080 that
allows
consideration of
wireless facilities
within gated
communities with
a clubhouse facility
in the Golf and
Recreation Zone.
0.75 FAR*
Commercial
RC
Commercial
Resort Commercial
0.25 FAR*
A wide range of
facilities, including
grocery stores,
retail shops and
restaurants, resorts,
and services, such
as dry cleaners and
shoe repair.
Resort hotels,
resort complexes,
and ancillary
tourist commercial
uses and condo -
hotels.
PO Professional Office
0.50 FAR*
Administrative and
professional offices
such as financial
institutions,
medical/dental
offices, law offices,
and related
commercial
facilities.
Public/Quasi
Public
PB
Public Benefit
8.0-24.0 du/gross
acre in "residential
area"
A limited range of
uses providing
public benefits,
including
affordable housing
and supporting
uses, such as public
park, recreation,
open space, and
parking.
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LAND USE CATEGORIES - CHART
CATEGORY
LABEL
DEVELOPMENT DEVELOPMENT
DESIGNATION STANDARD CHARACTERISTIC
Public/Quasi
Public
PF
Public Facilities
Civic Center and
other publicly -
owned facilities.
Public/Quasi
Public
PP
Public Parks/
Recreation
Publicly -owned
parks.
Open Space
COLFGR
Golf Course
Chapter 21.40
Overlay
zone
to Public
overlay and
Recreation
applied
and private golf
course facilities
and related
ancillary golf
facilities, golf
practice areas, and
supportive
recreational uses
regulated by
Chapter 21.40.
Open Space
WC
Watercourse
Areas subject to
flood hazard (see
definition, Section
21.08.477).
Open Space
POS
Public -Owned
Open Space
Publicly owned
open space lands.
Comprised
predominantly of
Federal, State, and
City -owned lands
in the Santa Rosa
Mountains.
Open Space
COS
Country Club Open
Space
Privately owned
deed -restricted
open space land.
Senior Housing
SHO
Senior Housing
Overlay
Overlay zone
applied to sites
proposed for senior
housing projects.
Affordable
Housing
AHO
Affordable
Housing Overlay
Overlay zone
applied to sites
proposed for
affordable housing
projects.
Special Study Area
SSA() Special
Study Area
Overlay
Overlay zone that
allows alternative
land use
consideration on
(Ord. 387 § 1, 1996; Ord. 525 § 2, 2002; Ord. 584 § 2, 2006; Ord. 606 § 1, 2007; Ord. 753, 6/20/2024)
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§ 21.12.030. Land use matrix.
This Section includes a matrix which lists the uses and indicates whether or not each use is permitted (P) or conditional (C) in each land use category. Prohibited uses are represented by an (X). Conditional uses listed in this section must be applied for in accordance with Section 21.06.040, Conditional Use Permits. In the event any of the prohibitions of uses set forth is held invalid or inapplicable for any reason whatsoever, then such use shall be categorized by the Community Development Director and declared subject to a Conditional Use Permit. See Land Use Matrix Table on the following pages.
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TYPE
RESIDENTIAL
NPR RVLD RLD RMD RMHD
LAND USE MATRIX TABLE
COMMERCIAL
RC OP
CC
SPX
PB
PF
PUBLIC
PP WC
POS
(ik
Accessory Structures
C
P
P
P
P
C
C
C
C
P
P
P
C
C
C
Agriculture
C
C
C
C
C
C
C
C
X
C
C
C
C
C
C
Amusement Arcades
X
X
X
X
X
X
C
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Amusement Park
X
X
X
X
X
X
C
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Antennas, Commercial
X
X
X
X
X
C
C
C
C
C
C
C
X
X
X
Antennas, Commercial
Course
X
CX
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
C
(RVLD w/Golf
GR Gated
overlay w/in
Communities w/
Clubhouse Facility)
Antennas, Residential
X
C
C
C
C
C
C
C
X
C
C
C
X
X
X
Auto Service Stations
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Bar, Tavern, Cocktail
Lounge
X
X
X
X
X
X
C
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Boarding House/Rooming
House
X
X
X
X
X
C
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Caretakers Quarters
C
C
C
C
C
C
C
C
C
X
C
X
X
C
X
Churches
X
X
X
X
X
C
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Cigar Club, including with
on -site alcohol sales
X
X
X
X
X
C
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Clinics
X
X
X
X
X
C
X
C
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Condominium Hotels
X
X
X
X
X
X
C
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Hotel Conversion to
Condominium
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Conference/Convention
Facility
X
X
X
X
X
X
C
X
C
X
X
X
X
X
X
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Convalescent Home
X X X X X C X C X X X X X X
TYPE
RESIDENTIAL
NPR RVLD RLD RMD RMHD
LAND USE MATRIX TABLE
COMMERCIAL
RC OP
CC
SPX
PB
PF
PUBLIC
PP WC
POS
GR
Country Clubs/Golf
Courses
C
C
C
C
C
C
C
X
X
X
X
X
C
X
C
Day Care Center
X
X
X
C
C
C
C
C
X
C
C
X
X
X
X
Emergency Generator
15,000 Kilowatt or Less
X
P
P
P
P
X
X
X
X
P
X
X
X
X
C
Government Facilities
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
C
C
X
C
C
X
C
X
Fraternal and Service
Clubs
X
X
X
X
X
C
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Health Clubs
X
X
X
X
X
C
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Hospitals
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X X
Hotel/Resort Hotel
X
X
X
X
X
C
C
X
X
X
X
X
X
X X
Large Family Day Care
X
C
C
C
C
C
X
X
X
C
X
X
X
X X
Library
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
C
X
X
X
X
Limited Deli
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
C
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Manufactured Structures
P
P
P
P
P
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Museums/Art Galleries
X
X
X
X
X
C
C
C
C
X
C
C
X
X
X
Non -Commercial Banks
X
X
X
X
X
C
X
C
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Offices—Admin/
Business/Professional
X
X
X
X
X
C
C
C
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Private Educational
Facilities
X
X
X
X
X
C
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Public Parking
X
X
X
X
X
P
P
P
P
P
P
X
X
X
X
Recreational Facilities/
Non -Commercial
X
C
C
C
C
X
X
X
X
P
C
C
X
X
C
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Residential/Attached
X C C P P X X X X P X X X X X
TYPE
RESIDENTIAL
NPR RVLD RLD RMD RMHD
LAND USE MATRIX TABLE
COMMERCIAL
RC OP
CC
SPX
PB
PF
PUBLIC
PP WC
POS
GR
Residential/Cluster
Development
C
C
C
C
C
X
X
X
X
P
X
X
X
X
X
Residential/Second Units
P
P
P
P
P
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Residential/Single Family
Detached
C
P
P
P
P
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Restaurants/Sit Down
X
X
X
X
X
C
C
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Retail and Service
Businesses
X
X
X
X
X
C
C
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Small Family Day Care
X
P
P
P
P
X
X
X
X
P
X
X
X
X
X
Sports Complex
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
C
X
X
X
X
X X
Theater (Motion Picture
Theater)
X
X
X
X
X
C
C
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Utility Buildings &
Facilities
C
C
C
C
C
C
C
C
C
C
C
C
X
X
X
Vehicle Sales/Service
X
X
X
X
X
C
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X X
Wind Turbines
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Uses defined in Chapter
5.24 of this Code,
including bathhouses,
escort services,
introductory services, and
massage parlors
X
X
X
X
X
C
C
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
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TYPE
LAND USE MATRIX TABLE
RESIDENTIAL COMMERCIAL PUBLIC
NPR RVLD RLD RMD RMFL CC RC OP SPX PB PF PP WC POS GR
Uses defined in Chapter X X X X X C C X X X X X X X
5.30, Sexually Oriented
Businesses, including
adult arcade, adult cabaret,
adult bookstore, adult
motel, adult motion
picture theater, adult
theater, nude model
studio, sexual encounter
establishment
(Ord. 387 § 1, 1996; Ord. 399 § 2, 1997; Ord. 403 § 4, 1997; Ord. 448 § 3, 1999; Ord. 483 § 2, 2001; Ord. 537 § 1, 2003; Ord. 525 § 3, 2002; Ord. 584 § 2, 2006; Ord. 605 § 1, 2007; Ord. 606 § 1, 2007; Ord. 626 § 1, 2009; Ord. 650 § 2, 2011; Ord. 665 § 1,2013; Ord. 702 § 1, 2017; Ord. 734 § 3, 2021; Ord. 753, 6/20/2024)
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§ 21.12.040. Overlay zones.
The following overlay zones have been established by the City:
(a) Golf Course. This overlay zone shall apply to all public and private golf courses wit tin tie City to insure teat t ley are operated and maintained -or tieir in ended purpose, the paying of go_-.
Within his zone, uses not direct_y related to the operation and maintenance o= the subject golf course shall be prohibited. Areas so designated may be included within the gross acreage of a development for purposes of calculating the communities' density. However, t_Pis sia_1 prec_ude tie inc_usion of _ands Paving :Pis designation as a part of an adjoining private property so tha- areas so designa ed s_m__ not be inc uded within the gross acreage of a singe, se Darate owners Pip _ot -or purposes o= calculating the size o- t pat lot for zoning and/or building purposes. (a) Telecommunications. This overlay zone shall apply to properties within the Sports Complex Zone, Resort Commercial Zone, and within gated communities with a clubhouse facility in the Golf and Recreation Zone, in accordance with Chapter
21.48 of this Title. The zones offer the telecommunications industry opportunities for new commercial antennas and wireless communications facilities to be developed that meet both the needs of the industry while maintaining aesthetic standards of the City. The Telecommunications Overlay Zone establishes additional regulations governing commercial antennas and wireless communications facilities, including location, siting, design, and review requirements, and shall be implemented in accordance with Chapter 21.48 and Chapter 21.90 of this Title. (b) Affordable Housing. This overlay zone shall apply to residential properties only and shall indicate the City Council's intent to utilize the developer incentives programs for the development of affordable housing projects as set forth in Government Code Section 65915.
The City Council intends to negotiate development incentives with developers proposing affordable housing projects that contribute to meeting the City's affordable housing responsibility. The overlay zone shall be applied to specific sites, in accordance with Section 21.06.020, Zone Change.
The City Council will review with the prospective developer(s) the following matters as incentives:
(1) Fast track processing of development plans;
(2) Waiver of City fees;
(3) Land purchase subsidization;
(4) Land acquisition and assembly;
(5) Subsidizing of development costs;
(6) Construction loan and/or permanent loan subsidization, directly or indirectly; (7) Purchase mortgage assistance;
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(8) Renter assistance;
(9) Direct City ownership and/or management;
(10) _Relaxation of City standards, including density increases of up to twenty (20) units per acre in the low and medium density residential zones; (11) _Combinations of the above; and
(12) Additional valid proposals submitted.
(c) Senior Housing. This overlay zone shall apply to residential properties only and shall indicate the City Council's intent to utilize the developer incentives programs, negotiated on an individual basis with prospective developers, to provide for senior citizen housing in the City. The overlay zone shall be applied to specific sites, in accordance with Section
21.06.020, Zone Change.
The City Council will review with the prospective developer(s) the following matters as incentives:
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
(8)
(9)
Fast track processing of development plans;
Waiver of City fees;
Land purchase subsidization;
Land acquisition and assembly;
Subsidizing of development costs;
Construction loan and/or permanent loan subsidization, directly or indirectly; Purchase mortgage assistance;
Renter assistance;
Direct City ownership and/or management;
(10) Relaxation of City standards, including density increases; (11) Combinations of the above; and
(12) Additional valid proposals submitted.
(d) Special Study Area. This overlay zone shall apply to properties that offer the City unique planning and/or economic opportunities. The overlay zone shall be applied to properties in accordance with Section 21.06.020, Zone Change. The overlay zone establishes the City Council's intent to review alternative land use proposals that differ from those permitted by the base zone.
(e) Highway 111. This overlay zone applies to properties within Planning Area 12, as provided in Chapter 21.45. The purpose of this overlay zone is to coordinate and provide regulations for -properties located within Planning Area 12 to ensure that parkway, median landscape designs and any other improvements provide a unique identity of the City of Indian Wells, and Create an appropriate landscape buffer between Highway 111 and Adjacent developments.
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(Ord. 387 § 1, 1996; Ord. 606 § 1, 2007; Ord. 674 § 2, 2013) § 21.12.050. Adoption of zoning map.
That certain map entitled "Official Zoning Map of the City of Indian Wells, California," the original of which map is on file with the City Clerk, is adopted as the official zoning map of the City and by this reference made a part of this Title. The zones and boundaries of the zones as set forth on the map, are established and adopted as shown in the map. (Ord. 387 § 1, 1996)
§ 21.12.060. Boundary questions.
In the event a dispute arises or ambiguity appears as to the exact location of the boundary line of any district, the following rules shall be applied in determining the exact location of such lines:
(a) Where the boundary line as shown on the map is on, or approximately on, or in close proximity to, the boundary of private property, or the same abuts any public street, then such line shall be deemed to be such boundary of such property line as the same now exists.
(b) Where the boundary line traverses through private property and is located on or approximately on, or in close proximity and parallel to, boundary lines dividing property in different ownerships, or separating separate parcels according to any duly recorded subdivision map, then such lines shall be deemed to be located on such boundary lines separating separate ownerships or on the boundary lines of separate parcels according to such subdivision map.
(c) Where a Go_' Course Over_ay Zone boundary ine shown on a ma -3 is on, or approximately on, or in close proximity to, a property ine, t_ien such ine s ial_ 3c deemed o be he boundary o `he said zone.
Go 'course boundary interpretations s 1a__ be made by tie Community Deve_opment Director. Suc i interpretation may be appea _ed to the City Counci by any aggrieved party.
(Ord. 387 § 1, 1996)
§ 21.12.070. Transitional and supportive housing.
(a) Transitional housing and supportive housing are considered a residential use of property and are subject to those restrictions that apply to other residential dwellings of the same type in the same zone, in accordance with Government Code Section 65583, subdivision (c)(3).
(b) Supportive housing is a use by right in all zones where multifamily and mixed uses are permitted, in accordance with Government Code Title 7, Division 1, Chapter 3, Article 11 (commencing with Section 65650).
(Ord. 734 § 3, 2021)
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ATTACHMENT #4
CHAPTER 21.14
PLANNING AREAS
§ 21.14.010. Planning Area 1 (Racquet Club Drive Area).
This residential area is divided into four (4) subareas, as shown on the map following this Section. Three (3) of the subareas are homogeneous residential clusters and the fourth is a part of the hillside area.
Racquet Club Drive is a private roadway which is maintained by the Master Access Easement Association.
(a) Subarea 1.1. The northernmost portion of this subarea is the established Casa Rosada master planned neighborhood with an active homeowners' association, zoned Very Low Density. The northernmost portion of this subarea is within the Planning Area 12, and is subject to the requirements of Section 21.45.
This subarea straddles a portion of the Deep Canyon Flood Channel zoned Watercourse. This flood channel at once divides and unites this subarea in that the City policy of improving these channels requires a uniform planning and zoning treatment on either side of the channel.
The portion of the subarea south of the channel is a more recently developed tract known as Monte Sereno Estates and is zoned Very Low Density. (b) Subarea 1.2. This subarea is a collection of several tracts developed at different times which are unified by proximity, their single common access and their participation in the Master Access Easement Association, described above. The subarea is zoned Low Density.
(c) Subarea 1.3.
(1) Area (a) is a part of the original Indian Wells Racquet Club development made up of multiple clusters of attached units and is zoned Medium High Density.
Within this subarea is the Sweetwater Condoshare. This time share development of forty-four (44) units is registered with the City as Palm Springs Condoshare Project 1.
(2) Area (b) is zoned Very Low Density. It was part of the original Indian Wells Racquet Club development which had contained an autonomous, commercially operated, members only tennis club facility operated as part of the Indian Wells Racquet Club.
The subarea, known as Cove Point, is a planned development employing cluster housing, in accordance with an approved Conditional Use Permit, CUP No. 2-96-2. This subarea is governed by an active homeowners association.
The following development standards shall be modified from the development standards of the RVLD zone for this subarea. The development standards of the RVLD zone shall apply if not specifically modified below:
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(i) An errant golf ball screen or other similar such structure or device shall not be placed, built or erected along any fairway property line or within any adjacent area or yard open to a golf course.
(ii) Any construction of new structures or parts thereof, in any private yard areas, exclusive use areas, or common areas, with the exception of patio covers, shall be prohibited.
(iii) All structures shall maintain the following minimum setbacks:
From Racquet Club Drive
20 feet
Interior property line adjacent to a
golf course
10 feet
Interior property line adjacent to
other residential
10 feet
Between residential structures
10 feet
(iv) All residential structures shall maintain the following minimum setbacks from any public or private street:
Garage Door
20 feet
Buildings and structures shall not have a height exceeding fifteen feet nine inches (15' 9") above the approved pad elevation of the building site. Chimneys shall not have a height exceeding seventeen (17) feet above the approved pad elevation of the building site, unless higher projections are required by Table 37-B of the Uniform Building Code, in which case those heights specified shall be the maximum allowable height.
Building envelope height restrictions as specified in Zoning Code Section 21.23.070 shall apply to all structures built within the project. (d) Subarea 1.4. This subarea is a portion of the Natural Preserve zoned area which extends along the base of the Santa Rosa Mountains at the southern boundary of the City.
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PLANNING AREA 1 (RACQUET CLUB DRIVE AREA) - MAP
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ZONE
PLANNING AREA 1 (RACQUET CLUB DRIVE AREA) — CHART
MAXIMUM
GROSS ACREAGE MAXIMUM DUs DENSITY AVERAGE DENSITY
NOTES
(NPR)
(RVLD)
(RLD)
(R D)
(RMHD)
(CC)
(RC)
(OP)
(PF)
(PP)
(GR)
(COS)
(WC)
RESIDENTIAL:
Natural Preserve
Very Low Density
Low Density
Medium Density
Medium High Density
Subtotal
COMMERCIAL:
Community
Commercial
Resort Commercial
Professional Office
Subtotal
PUBLIC USE:
Public Facilities
Public Parks/
Recreation
Subtotal
OPEN SPACE:
Golf and Recreation
Country Club Open
Space
Watercourse
35.0 31.5
21.9 0.0
12.5 100.9
0.0 0.0
0.0 0.0
0.0 0.0
0.0 00
0.0 4.6
1.0 94.0
98.0 0.0
150.0
343.0
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
1/40
3.0 4.5
7.0 12.0
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
3.4 n.a.
n.a.
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(POS)
Public Owned Open 0.0
Space
Subtotal
n.a. n.a.
4.6 n.a.
n.a. n.a.
ZONE
PLANNING AREA 1 (RACQUET CLUB DRIVE AREA) — CHART
MAXIMUM
GROSS ACREAGE MAXIMUM DUs DENSITY AVERAGE DENSITY
NOTES
(GOLF)
(AHO)
(SHO)
(SSAO)
(PA 12)
PLANNING AREA
TOTAL
OVERLAY ZONES:
Golf Course
Affordable Housing
Senior Housing
Special Study Area
Highway 111
105.5 343.0 3.3
0:0
0.0 0.0
0.0 1.0
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
Notes:
[1]
[2]
[3]
The number of units currently approved within this designation is 79 units.
The number of units currently approved within this designation is 70 units.
The number of units currently approved within this designation is 375 units.
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(Ord. 387 § 1, 1996; Ord. 606 § 1, 2007)
§ 21.14.020. Planning Area 2 (Desert Horizons/Cook Street Area).
This predominantly residential area is divided into fourthree (43-) subareas, as shown on the map following this Section.
The southernmost portion of this planning area is within the Planning Area 12, and is subject to the requirements of Chapter 21.45.
(a) Subarea 2.1(a). This subarea has been developed in accordance with the Desert Horizons Master Plan and implemented by a conditional use approval CUP No. 2-78-1. The development is in accordance with the Very Low Density standards.
Tie subarea has an active homeowners' association and is over_aid by the Golf Course Over_ay Zone, w Zich governs uses within the golf course area.
The following minimum regulations apply to development other than custom single-family units in this subarea:
(1) Setbacks.
Front Yard:
20 feet
Rear Yard:
10 feet
Side Yards Adjacent to Residential Lot.
One side:
5 feet
Other side:
11 feet
Side Yards Adjacent to Common Areas.
One side:
5 feet
Other side:
11 feet
(2) Projections.
(i) Eaves, cornices, overhangs, canopies, wing walls, fireplaces, structural appendages, and the like, which do not provide additional floor space:
Front Yard:
2.5 feet
Rear Yard:
2.5 feet
Adjacent to Residential Lot.
One side:
2.5 feet
Other side:
3 feet*
Adjacent to Common Areas.
One side:
N/A
Other side:
N/A
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(ii) Attached patio roofs and similar structures having open, unwalled sides:
Front Yard:
N/A
Rear Yard:
N/A
Adjacent to Residential Lot.
One side:
N/A
Other side:
3 feet*
Adjacent to Common Areas.
One side:
to property line**
Other side:
to property line**
(iii) Pools:***
Front Yard:
N/A
Rear Yard:
3 feet
Adjacent to Residential Lot.
One side:
3 feet
Other side:
5 feet
Adjacent to Common Areas.
One side:
N/A
Other side:
N/A
Notes:
* 2.5 -foot projections into required setback area with HOA and City -DRC approval. For projections or attached patio roofs in 11 -foot side yard, HOA approval and City-DRC approval (patio structures not to project higher than existing structure).
** No projections permitted across property lines.
*** Distances are from property line only. Location of pool within 3 feet of property line requires HOA approval.
The following minimum regulations apply to Clubhouse and associated Courts Building:
(1) Building Setbacks.
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Front:
20 feet
Interior Side:
N/A
Street Side:
20 feet
Rear:
10 feet
(2)
Projections —Horizontal.
(i)
Covered outdoor
walkways, vehicular
porte cochere, eaves,
cornices, overhangs,
canopies, wing walls,
fireplaces, structural
appendages, and the
like, which do not
provide additional
floor space:
Front Yard:
10 feet
Rear Yard:
5 feet
Adjacent to Residential Lot.
One side:
5 feet
Other side:
5 feet
Adjacent to Common Areas.
One side:
0 feet
Other side:
0 feet
(3)
Clubhouse Maximum Building
Height Restrictions (above main
level pad elevation; building areas
below main level not considered
stories).
Building Stories:
2 Roof Height:
31 feet
Vertical Architectural Projections:
32 feet
Mechanical Equipment Screens:
32 feet
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(4) Courts Building Maximum Height
Restrictions.
Roof Height: 18 feet
The following minimum regulations apply to non -golf recreational facilities owned and operated by the homeowners' association or community association for the use of its residents:
(1) Recreational uses allowed: tennis
courts, pickleball courts, basketball
hoops, similar outdoor court uses,
and pools (includes fencing and
lighting associated with these
facilities).
(2) Setbacks.
Adjacent to Desert Horizons
Drive:
Adjacent to residential property
lines:
Adjacent to golf use:
(3)
0 feet
3 feet
0 feet
Maximum Height Restrictions
(measured from court or pool deck
surface).
Court fencing:
12 feet
Court light poles:
21 feet
Pool fencing:
6 feet
Pool light poles:
14 feet
(4)
Front Gatehouse Maximum
Building Height Restrictions.
Roof Height:
19 feet
Architectural Projections:
24 feet
(b) Subarea 2.1(b). The subarea has an active homeowners' association and contains Golf and Recreation Uses in accordance with Chapter 21.40 of this Title. The north -easternmost area of this subarea is zoned Watercourse and is subject to regulations in accordance with Chapter 21.46 of this Title. (b)(c) Subarea 2.2. This multiple ownership area is zoned Very Low Density and Public Parks/Recreation. The setback regulations of Subarea 2.1, stated above, apply to this subarea as well.
(e)(d) Subarea 2.3. This small subarea includes a 46 -room boutique hotel and a restaurant. The subarea is zoned Community Commercial.
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I=PSthared 2,3
Planning Area 2 and Subareas
Planning Area 2
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ZONE
PLANNING AREA 2 (DESERT HORIZONS/COOK STREET AREA) — CHART
MAXIMUM
GROSS ACREAGE MAXIMUM DUs DENSITY AVERAGE DENSITY
NOTES
(NPR)
(RVLD)
(RLD)
(RMD)
(RMHD)
(CC)
(RC)
(OP)
(PF)
(PP)
(PA 12)
(GR)
(COS)
(WC)
RESIDENTIAL:
Natural Preserve
Very Low Density
Low Density
Medium Density
Medium High Density
Subtotal
COMMERCIAL:
Community
Commercial
Resort Commercial
Professional Office
Subtotal
PUBLIC USE:
Public Facilities
Public Parks/
Recreation
Highway 111
Subtotal
OPEN SPACE:
Golf and Recreation
Country Club Open
Space
Watercourse
0.0 423.5
0.0 0.0
0.0 423.5
2.8 0.0
1.6 4.4
0.0 1.5
6.1 7.6
115.0
0.0 10.6
0.0 926.0
0.0 0.0
0.0 926.0
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
11.0%
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
1/40
3.0 4.5
7.0 12.0
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
2.2 n.a.
n.a.
[1][2]
[3]
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(POS)
Public Owned Open 0.0
Space
n.a. n.a.
ZONE
PLANNING AREA 2 (DESERT HORIZONS/COOK STREET AREA) — CHART
MAXIMUM
GROSS ACREAGE MAXIMUM DUs DENSITY AVERAGE DENSITY
NOTES
(GOLF)
(AHO)
(SHO)
(SSAO)
Subtotal
10.6 n.a.
PLANNING AREA 446.1
TOTAL
OVERLAY ZONES:
Golf Course 5.0
Affordable Housing 0.0
Senior Housing 0.0
Special Study Area 0.0
n.a. n.a.
926.0 2.1
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
Notes:
[3]
The number of units currently approved within this designation is 460 units.
Approximately 115 acres of this base zonePlanning Area 2 are designated for golf course usage by the Golf Course Overlayand Recreation Zone. Thus, the acreage subject to actual development in accordance with the base zonePlanning Area 2 designation is the Jase zone Planning Area 2 acreage minus the golf course over_ayand recreation zone acreage.
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(Ord. 387 § 1, 1996; Ord. 606 § 1, 2007; Ord. 701 § 2, 2016; Ord. 744 § 3, 2022) § 21.14.030. Planning Area 3 (Eldorado Country Club Area).
This gated master planned residential area is divided into three (3) subareas, as shown on the map following this Section. The entire planning area is covered by an active homeowners' association and is over_aid with tie Golf Course Overlay Zone which governs uses on tie go_= course contains Golf and Recreation uses in accordance with Chapter 21.40 of this Title.
(a) Subarea 3.1. The majority of this planning area consists of single-family detached golf course oriented units zoned Very Low Density.
The subarea, known as the Eldorado Country Club, has an active homeowners' association and is overlaid iy the Go_= Course Over_ay Zone, which governs uses within tie golf course areacontains Golf and Recreation uses in accordance with Chapter 21.40 of this Title.
This subarea is transected by the Deep Canyon Flood Channel which is zoned WC.
One portion of this subarea contains the Eldorado Cottage Estates, Lots 1-21.
This area is subject to Conditional Use Permit No. 2-92-2. The cottages are a cluster development with development standards generally applicable to cluster developments, including common parking areas, walkway easements, non -uniform lot sizes and dimensions, non-standard lot sizes, and the elimination of property line walls. Additionally, the following minimum setbacks are required for the cottages:
Front yard
Rear yard
Side yard
10 feet
5 feet
5 feet
The homeowners association shall review all building additions/remodels within the reduced setback area prior to submittal to the City. (1) Front Yards. Except as otherwise specifically provided for in the following provisions, each single-family detached lot (excluding the Eldorado Cottage Estates, Lots 1-21) shall be exempt from Section 21.50.050(b) Front Yards. (i)
Locations and Heights. Walls or fences may be permitted in any front and side front (side street) building setback area for the distance of two-thirds of the street lot frontage. Planters, fountains and similar architectural amenities may be located within ten feet (10') of the front and side front (side street) property line but shall not exceed three feet (3') in height.
Mailbox stands, lights and other such isolated structures may be located within ten feet (10') of the front and side front (side street) property line but shall not exceed five feet (5') in height nor shall they exceed eighteen inches (18") in width or depth. No walls or fences exceeding six feet (6') in height shall be in any front and side front (side street) building setback area. The height of any walls or fences permitted in the front and side front (side street) building setback area shall be measured from the grade at the location the wall is constructed. Notwithstanding any restrictions
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mentioned in this situation, walls and fences in any required setback area may not exceed six feet (6') in height, unless approved pursuant to Section 21.06.050 of this Zoning Code.
(b) Subarea 3.1(a). This subarea is zoned Very Low Density Residential. This subarea is comprised of the lots contained in Tract Map Nos. 5492 and 5493. Existing development consists of sixteen (16) single-family homes developed on postage stamp lots surrounded by common lot open space areas.
Setback standards specific to Subarea 3.1(a) are as follows:
Setback Requirement Standards for Planning Sub -Area 3.1(a) Front -yard setback 20 feet
Side -yard setback 16 feet minimum between structures for proposed additions
Rear -yard setback 0 feet
1. 2.
3. 4.
A line bisecting the adjacent common
lot area will be used to maintain the
minimum separation between structures
for proposed additions.
Additions will not encroach into
common lot areas.
Additions must maintain the
architectural character and volume of the
existing residences.
A minimum of 40 feet will be
maintained between the rear of the
structures.
Figure 1 depicts the application of the adopted setback standards for Subarea 3.1(a):
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LOT A
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MAXIMUM BUILDING
AREAS
UNE BISECTING
COMMON AREA
8' SETBACK LINES
PROPERTY LINES
COMMON L
NOTE
MIN. 16' BUILDING
SEPARATION REO.
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FIGURE 1
COMMON LC
(c) Subarea 3.2. One portion of this subarea contains the Eldorado Cottage Estates, Lots 1-21 and Lots 1-24 of Tract 2068. This area is subject to Conditional Use Permit No. 2-92-4. The cottages are a cluster development with development standards generally applicable to cluster developments, including common parking areas, walkway easements, non -uniform lot sizes and dimensions, non-standard lot sizes, and the elimination of property line walls. Additionally, the following minimum setbacks are required for the cottages:
Front yard
Rear yard
Side yard
10 feet
5 feet
5 feet
The homeowners association shall review all building additions/remodels within the reduced setback area prior to submittal to the City. (1) Front Yards. Except as otherwise specifically provided for in the following provisions, each single-family detached lot (excluding the Eldorado Cottage Estates, Lots 1-21) shall be exempt from Municipal Code Section
21.50.050(b), Front Yards.
(i)
Locations and Heights. Walls or fences may be permitted in any front and side front (side street) building setback area for the distance of two-thirds (2/3) of the street lot frontage. Planters, fountains and similar architectural amenities may be located within ten feet (10') of the front and side front (side street) property line but shall not exceed three feet (3') in height. Mailbox stands, lights and other such isolated structures may be located within ten feet (10') of the front and side front (side street) property line but shall not exceed five feet (5') in height nor shall they exceed eighteen inches (18") in width or depth. No walls or fences exceeding six feet (6') in height shall be in any front and side front (side street) building setback area. The height of any walls or fences permitted in the front and side front (side street) building setback area shall be
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measured from the grade at the location the wall is constructed.
Notwithstanding any restrictions mentioned in this situation, walls and fences in any required setback area may not exceed six feet (6') in height, unless approved pursuant to Section 21.06.050 of this Zoning Code.
PLANNING AREA 3 (ELDORADO COUNTRY CLUB AREA) -
MAP
en
Subareas 3.1(a)
(Tract. 5492 & 5493)
300 800
Fea
Open Space
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Legend
r Nanning Area 3 Boundary
Subarea 3.1
— Subarea 3.1(a)
Subarea 3.2
Subarea 3 - Open Space
r=iSubarea 3 - Ot Zone
I= Subarea 3 - WC Zone
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Planning Area 3 and Subareas
Planning Area 3
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ZONE
PLANNING AREA 3 (ELDORADO COUNTRY CLUB AREA) - CHART
MAXIMUM
GROSS ACREAGE MAXIMUM DUs DENSITY AVERAGE DENSITY
NOTES
(NPR)
(RVLD)
(RLD)
(RMD)
(RMHD)
(CC)
(RC)
(OP)
(PF)
(PP)
(GR)
(COS)
(WC)
(POS)
RESIDENTIAL:
Natural Preserve
Very Low Density
Low Density
Medium Density
Medium High Density
Subtotal
COMMERCIAL:
Community
Commercial
Resort Commercial
Professional Office
Subtotal
PUBLIC USE:
Public Facilities
Public Parks/
Recreation
Subtotal
OPEN SPACE:
Golf and Recreation
Country Club Open
Space
Watercourse
Public Owned Open
Space
0.0 419.0
0.0 0.0
0.0 419.0
0.0 0.0
0.0 0.0
0.0 0.0
0.0 115.0
320.0
27.0 1280.0
0.0 912.0
0.0 0.0
0.0 912.0
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
1/40
3.0 4.5
7.5 12.0
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
2.2 n.a.
n.a.
[1]
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Subtotal 1627.0
n.a. n.a.
11.a.
ZONE
PLANNING AREA 3 (ELDORADO COUNTRY CLUB AREA) - CHART
MAXIMUM
GROSS ACREAGE MAXIMUM DUs DENSITY AVERAGE DENSITY
NOTES
PLANNING AREA
TOTAL
OVERLAY ZONES:
2046.0 912.0 0.4
(AHO)
(SHO)
(SSAO)
Affordable Housing
Senior Housing
Special Study Area
0.0 0.0
0.0 n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
Notes:
[1]
Approximately 115 acres of t case zonePlanning Area 3 are designated for golf course usage by the Golf Course Overlayand Recreation Zone. Thus, the acreage subject to actual development in accordance with the base zonePlanning Area 3 designation is t le base zonePlanning Area 3 acreage minus the golf course overlayand recreation zone acreage.
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(Ord. 387 § 1, 1996; Ord. 471 § 1, 2000; Ord. 520 § 2, 2002; Ord. 568 § 1, 2005; Ord. 606 § 1 2007; Ord. 632 § 1, 2009)
§ 21.14.040. Planning Area 4 (Fairway Drive/Highway 111 Area).
This planning area is made up of numerous tracts which were developed over many years. This area contains several autonomous homeowner associations, some active in planning matters and others not. There are six (6) subareas, as shown on the map following this Section. The northernmost portion of the planning area is within the Planning Area 12 and is subject to the requirements of Chapter 21.45. (a) Subarea 4.1. This subarea encompasses a majority of the entire area and is developed with single-family detached units. The zoning in this subarea is Very Low Density.
The row of developed lots easterly of Indian Wells Lane are subject to special setback and street right-of-way standards.
This area contains many older public improvements, streets, curbs, gutters, etc.
Because of this, developments in this area may be required to upgrade same. (b) Subarea 4.2. This subarea, known as Casa Dorado, is a master planned neighborhood of attached units, zoned Very Low Density, and governed by an active homeowners' association.
Existing development within this subarea exceeds that permitted in the Very Low Density zone, therefore, the structures within this subarea are "legal non- conforming uses" as to density. As such, these structures are subject to the provisions of Section 21.90.030.
(c) Subarea 4.3. This subarea, known as Dorado Villas, is a master planned neighborhood of attached units, zoned Very Low Density, and governed by an active homeowners' association.
Existing development within this subarea exceeds that permitted in the Very Low Density zone, therefore, the structures within this subarea are "legal non- conforming uses" as to density. As such, these structures are subject to the provisions of Section 21.90.030.
(d)
(e)
(f)
Subarea 4.4. This subarea is zoned Low Density.
Subarea 4.5. This subarea is zoned Low Density.
Subarea 4.6. This subarea is zoned Low Density.
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Lots 2 through 25 of Tract 31200 that abut the adjacent subdivisions on Zuni Road and Camino Del Rey have specific rear yard setbacks that are more restrictive than the minimum established by the zoning code for single-family residential developments. These restrictions are recorded against these properties and are as follows:
Lots 2 through 25 - Set Back
Front Yard
20 feet
Rear Yard
23 feet
Side Yard
8 feet
Pool Equipment Rear Yard Setback
23 feet
(g)
Plan Elevation
Subarea 4.7. The Province at Indian Wells — Tract 32880. This subarea is zoned Residential Very Low Density and Low Density. The maximum number of lots allowed is 133 on 42.9 acres with an overall density of 3.0 du/ac. (1) Maximum Height Restrictions. Building envelope height restrictions for development within Planning Subarea 4.7 shall be as indicated in the following tables for Lots 1 through 133 with exceptions for Lots 9 through 20, 21, 22, 45, 46, 69 and 70. Structures shall not exceed twelve (12) feet in height from the approved pad at the minimum side or rear building setback line. The maximum building height for buildings on Lots 9 through 20, 21, 22, 45, 46, 69 and 70 shall be eighteen (18) feet in height from the approved pad grade with a maximum building height percentage of thirty percent (30%) above fifteen (15) feet.
Building Height Restrictions for Subarea 4.7 Lots 1 — 133, Excluding Lots 9 through 20, 21, 22, 45, 46, 69 & 70
Maximum Heights Maximum Building
Entry Tower/Roof Height % Above
Ridge 15'/Above 18'
Plan 1
Plan 2
Plan 3
Plan 4
Plan 5
Spanish A
20'2"
17'3"
34%
4%
Spanish B
20'3"
17'1"
27%
4%
Italian C
21'10"
17'5"
31%
8%
Spanish A
20'2"
18'1"
32%
5%
Spanish B
21'11"
18'0"
30%
8%
Italian C
21'10"
17'6"
25%
9%
Spanish A
18'7"
18'10"
34%
9%
Spanish B
18'2"
18'10"
25%
3%
Italian C
18'10"
18'10"
26%
4%
Spanish A
19'8"
19'6"
36%
5%
Spanish B
18'4"
19'6"
31%
3%
Italian C
19'7"
18'9"
25%
3%
Spanish A
19'7"
19'2"
28%
6%
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Plan Elevation
Building Height Restrictions for Subarea 4.7 Lots 1 133, Excluding Lots 9 through 20, 21, 22, 45, 46, 69 & 70
Maximum Heights Maximum Building
Entry Tower/Roof Height % Above
Ridge 15'/Above 18'
Spanish B
Italian C
18'4" 19'2" 27% 3%
20'5" 19'2" 27% 3%
Building Height Restrictions for Subarea 4.7 Lots 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19 1 and 20
Lot Number
Maximum Building Height
Maximum Height % Above 15'
9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16,
17, 18, 19, 20
18' 30%
Building Height Restrictions For Subarea 4.7 Lots 21, 22, 45, 46, 69 and 70 Lot Number and Plan Maximum Building
Number Elevation Maximum Height Height % Above 15'
Lot 21, Plan 2 Spanish B
Lots 22 and 70, Plan Italian C
4 Lot 45, Plan 5 Italian C
Lot 46, Plan 4 Spanish B
Lot 69, Plan 4 Spanish A
18' 30%
18' 30%
18'
18'
18'
30%
30%
30%
(2) Building Setback Standards. Lots 1 through 133 shall comply with the following minimum building setback standards.
Minimum Setback Requirement Standards for Planning Sub -Area 4.7 Front Yard Setback 20 Feet
Side Front Yard Setback 15 Feet
Interior Side Yard Setback 5 Feet and 11 Feet (A 16 -foot minimum between buildings must be maintained.)
Rear Yard Setback
Lots 1 through 122
Lots 123 through 133
10 Feet
15 Feet
Highway 111 Buffer Area. Structures located on Lots 113 through 122 shall be permitted to encroach ten (10) feet into the Highway 111 Buffer Area.
Pool Equipment Setbacks. Pool equipment located in the rear yard shall be set back a minimum of fifteen (15) feet for Lots 123 through 133.
Roof Style. All lots adjacent to Cook Street and Highway 111 shall be designed with a hip roof with no dormers. A hip roof is a gable roof with the ends brought together at the same pitch as the rest of the roof. Minor gable elements for homes adjacent to Cook Street and Highway 111 are permitted as
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enhancements to the architecture of the home as approved by the Architecture and LandscapeDesign Review Committee; however, the predominant roof elevation from Cook Street and Highway 111 shall be a hip roof. (6) Double Property Line Walls. Double property line walls adjacent to existing residential properties shall be permitted on a case -by -case basis per approval by the City's Community Development Director; however, a solid foam barrier or similar material must be injected or placed between the two (2) walls to reduce the incidence of vermin infestation. A single property line wall is preferred over a double property line wall.
PLANNING AREA 4 (FAIRWAY DRIVE/HIGHWAY 111 AREA) -
MAP
Village
hopping
At
Epippewa Or
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Planning Area 4
Fairway Dr
RLD
Subarea 4.4
W4
RVLD
Subarea
Dorado
pytiamira Or
Legend
IF Planing Area 4 Bandur
Subarea 4.1
= Subarea 4.2
Subarea 4.3
Subarea 4.4
= Subarea 4.5
= Subarea 4.6
= Subarea 4.7
Planning Area 4 and Subareas
Council Meeting Agenda- April 16, 2026
ZONE
PLANNING AREA 4 (FAIRWAY DRIVE/HIGHWAY 111 AREA) - CHART
MAXIMUM
GROSS ACREAGE MAXIMUM DUs DENSITY AVERAGE DENSITY
NOTES
(NPR)
(RVLD)
(RLD)
(RMD)
(RMHD)
(CC)
(RC)
(OP)
(PF)
(PP)
(PA 12)
(GR)
(COS)
(WC)
RESIDENTIAL:
Natural Preserve
Very Low Density
Low Density
Medium Density
Medium High Density
Subtotal
COMMERCIAL:
Community
Commercial
Resort Commercial
Professional Office
Subtotal
PUBLIC USE:
Public Facilities
Public Parks/
Recreation
Highway 111
Subtotal
OPEN SPACE:
Golf and Recreation
Country Club Open
Space
Watercourse
0.0 446.0
34.5 0.0
0.0 480.5
0.0 1,341.0
155.0
0.0 0.0
1,496.0
0.0 0.0
0.0 0.0
14.8 0.0
8.7 23.5
0_0
0.0 0.0
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
1/40
3.0 4.5
7.0 12.0
3./
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
[1]
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(POS)
Public Owned Open 0.0
Space
n.a. n.a.
ZONE
PLANNING AREA 4 (FAIRWAY DRIVE/HIGHWAY 111 AREA) - CHART
MAXIMUM
GROSS ACREAGE MAXIMUM DUs DENSITY AVERAGE DENSITY
NOTES
Subtotal
0.0 n.a.
PLANNING AREA 504
TOTAL
(GOLF)
(AHO)
(SHO)
(SSAO)
OVERLAY ZONES:
Go
f Course
Affordable Housing
Senior Housing
Special Study Area
9:0
0.0 0.0
0.0 n.a. n.a.
1,496.0 3.0
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
Notes:
[1]
Subarea 4.2 currently contains 110 units on approximately 31.5 acres, which yields an average density of 3.5 DU/AC. Similarly, Subarea 4.3 currently contains 121 units on
34.5 acres, yielding 3.5 DU/AC. Thus, both subareas are non -conforming to the Very Low Density Zone which permits a maximum of 3.0 DU/AC. Because these subareas were developed before the Very Low Density Zone was adopted, the uses therein are "legal -nonconforming" uses, subject to the provisions of Section 21.90.030.
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(Ord. 387 § 1, 1996; Ord. 534 § 1, 2003; Ord. 569 § 1, 2005; Ord. 589 § 1, 2006; Ord. 606 § 1, 2007)
§ 21.14.050. Planning Area 5 (Indian Wells Golf Resort Area).
This master planned resort recreation area is divided into six (6) subareas, as shown on the map following this Section. The southernmost portion of this planning area is within the Planning Area 12 and is subject to the requirements of Chapter 21.45. For the purposes of this Section, "City -Sponsored" shall mean operated by the City or operated under a written agreement with the City, which includes, but is not limited to, a lease, concession, or management agreement.
The underlying concept of this planning area is to produce an integrated resort complex focusing on the extensive public golf course. To that end, three (3) development principlesals have been established as follows:
1. The integrity of the golf course shall be maintained;
2. Development within subareas 5.2 and 5.3 shall be assured accessibility to the golf facilities; and
3. Each development adjacent to the golf course within the complex shall add to the golf resort experience.
(a) Subarea 5.1. This subarea encompasses a thirty-six (36) hole golf facility and is zoned Resort Commercial and Golf and RecreationResort Commercial with the Golf Course Overlay Zone a?plied in accordance with the City's Land Use and Zoning Map. Notwithstanding Chaptersection 21.40.030(d) prohibited use -provisions, City -sponsored golf-themed commercial recreational activities that are accessory to the public golf course and ancillary facilities may be permitted within this subarea, subject to approval of a Conditional Use Permit pursuant to Section 21.06.040 and a design review approval pursuant to Chapter 21.60. Such activities may include, but are not limited to, a gamified driving range and miniature putting course facilities. Where located on property designated Golf and Recreation, these facilities shall be sited outside a golf course play area as defined by Section
21.08.260.
This subarea is transected by the storm channel which is zoned Watercourse. (b) Subarea 5.2. This subarea is the center of this master planned complex, the front door to the golf facilities, and is zoned Resort Commercial and Golf and Recreation in accordance with the City's Land Use and Zoning Map.
Notwithstanding Chaptersection 21.40.030(d) prohibited use -provisions, City- golf-themed commercial recreational activities that are accessory to the public golf course and ancillary facilities may be permitted within this subarea, subject to approval of a Conditional Use Permit pursuant to Section
21.06.040 and a design review approval pursuant to Chapter 21.60. Such activities may include, but are not limited to, a gamified driving range and miniature putting course facilities. Where located on property designated Golf and Recreation, these facilities shall be sited outside a golf course play area as defined by Section 21.08.260. Each portion of this subarea has been developed in accordance with various conditional use permits, as follows:
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(1) This area (area a) is zoned Resort Commercial and is improved with the Grand Champions Hotel in accordance with conditional use permit Nos. 2-84-2 and 2000-03.
(2) This area (area b) is zoned Resort Commercial and is improved with the Renaissance Esmeralda Resort complex in accordance with conditional use permit No. 2-85-6.
(3) This area (area c) is zoned Resort Commercia with Go _= Course Over ay and is improved wit 1 t le go _= course c_ub louse, nro sho 3, starter's house and Dancing area.
(c) Subarea 5.3. This subarea is improved with public facilities, specifically City Hall, a fire station, a maintenance yard, a park and is zoned Public Facilities.
The park is zoned Public Parks/Recreation.
(d) Subarea 5.4. This subarea is zoned Resort Commercial and portions of the subarea areis subject to the design and development standards contained in specific plan No. 2006-01.
(f)
Subarea 5.5. This publicly owned parcel is zoned Public Parks/Recreation. The
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southwest portion of this subarea is within the storm channel and is zoned Watercourse.
PLANNING AREA 5 (INDIAN WELLS GOLF RESORT AREA) -
MAP
Subarea
SOURCE 'emcee Code Seciod 21.14 050
Planning Area 5
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Legend
i Pluming Area 5 Barclay
= 5ubarea 5.1
IS Subarea 5.2(a)
—Subarea 5.2(b)
= Subarea 5,3
i Subarea 5.4
= Subarea 5.5
Planning Area 5 and Subareas
Council Meeting Agenda- April 16, 2026
ZONE
PLANNING AREA 5 (INDIAN WELLS GOLF RESORT AREA) - CHART
MAXIMUM
GROSS ACREAGE MAXIMUM DUs DENSITY AVERAGE DENSITY
NOTES
(NPR)
(RVLD)
(RLD)
(RMD)
(RMHD)
(CC)
(RC)
(OP)
(PF)
(PP)
(PA 12)
(GR)
(COS)
(WC)
RESIDENTIAL:
Natural Preserve
Very Low Density
Low Density
Medium Density
Medium High Density
Subtotal
COMMERCIAL:
Community
Commercial
Resort Commercial
Professional Office
Subtotal
PUBLIC USE:
Public Facilities
Public Parks/
Recreation
Highway 111
Subtotal
OPEN SPACE:
Golf and Recreation
Country Club Open
Space
Watercourse
0.0 0.0
0.0 11.3
0.0 0.0
0.0 79.0
1/40
3.0 4.5
7.0 12.0
11.3 79.0 n.a.
0.0 n.a.
576.21
0.0 576.21
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
4.0 1.0
253.27
258.27
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
253.27
0.0 n.a.
n.a.
75.0 n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
[1]
n.a.
n.a.
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(POS)
Public Owned Open 0.0
Space
n.a. n.a.
ZONE
PLANNING AREA 5 (INDIAN WELLS GOLF RESORT AREA) - CHART
MAXIMUM
GROSS ACREAGE MAXIMUM DUs DENSITY AVERAGE DENSITY
NOTES
Subtotal
PLANNING AREA
TOTAL
75.0 n.a.
n.a. n.a.
920.78 79.0 .1
(GOLF)
(AHO)
(SHO)
(SSAO)
OVERLAY ZONES:
Go
f Course
Affordable Housing
Senior Housing
Special Study Area
253.27
0.0 0.0
7.5 n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
of '
[1]
Approximately 253.27 acres of this base zonePlanning Area 5 are designated for golf course usage by the Golf Course Overlayand Recreation Zone. Thus, the acreage subject to actual development in a accordance with tie base zonePlanning Area 5 designation is the 3ase zonePlanning Area 5 acreage minus the golf course over_ayand recreation zone acreage.
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(Ord. 387 § 1, 1996; Ord. 500 § 1, 2002; Ord. 586 § 1, 2006; Ord. 597 § 1, 2007; Ord. 606 §1,2007)
§ 21.14.060. Planning Area 6 (Fred Waring\Cook Street Area).
This residential area is divided into three (3) subareas, as shown on the map following this Section.
(a) Subarea 6.1. This subarea is an established, gated residential community with an active homeowners' association. It was developed in accordance with CUP 2 78 2.
This subarea is zoned Very Low Density. This development contains private streets and some building footprint lots.
(b) Subarea 6.2. This undeveloped subarea extends from Fred Waring to approximately four -hundred and twelve feet (412') north of Highway 111 on the western boundary of the City and is zoned Low Density.
(c) Subarea 6.3. This undeveloped subarea is zoned Medium High Density and is designated with the Senior Housing Overlay Zone (Section 21.12.040(c)). The Senior Housing Overlay Zone indicates the City Council's intent to achieve affordable senior citizen housing on this site by the application of developer incentive programs.
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ZONE
PLANNING AREA 6 (FRED WARING/COOK STREET AREA) - CHART
MAXIMUM
GROSS ACREAGE MAXIMUM DUs DENSITY AVERAGE DENSITY
NOTES
(NPR)
(RVLD)
(RLD)
(RMD)
(RMHD)
(CC)
(RC)
(OP)
(PF)
(PP)
(PA 12)
(GR)
(COS)
(WC)
RESIDENTIAL:
Natural Preserve
Very Low Density
Low Density
Medium Density
Medium High Density
Subtotal
COMMERCIAL:
Community
Commercial
Resort Commercial
Professional Office
Subtotal
PUBLIC USE:
Public Facilities
Public Parks/
Recreation
Highway 111
Subtotal
OPEN SPACE:
Golf and Recreation
Country Club Open
Space
Watercourse
0.0 0.0
0.0 11.3
0.0 0.0
0.0 79.0
1/40
3.0 4.5
7.0 12.0
11.3 79.0 n.a.
0.0 n.a.
576.21
0.0 576.21
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
4.0 1.0
7.5 12.5
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
0_0
0.0 n.a.
n.a.
75.0 n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
[1]
n.a.
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(POS)
Public Owned Open 0.0
Space
n.a. n.a.
ZONE
PLANNING AREA 6 (FRED WARING/COOK STREET AREA) - CHART
MAXIMUM
GROSS ACREAGE MAXIMUM DUs DENSITY AVERAGE DENSITY
NOTES
(GOLF)
(AHO)
(SHO)
(SSAO)
Subtotal
PLANNING AREA
TOTAL
OVERLAY ZONES:
Go_f Course
Affordable Housing
Senior Housing
Special Study Area
75.0 n.a.
n.a. n.a.
675.01 79.0 .1
253.27
0.0 0.0
0.0 n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
Notes:
[1]
Approximately 253.27 acres of this base zone are designates for golf course usage 3y the Golf Course Overlay Zone. Thus, the acreage subject to actual development in a accorcance wita tic 3ase zone designation is the base zone acr ge minus tae go_f course overlay zone acreage.
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(Ord. 387 § 1, 1996; Ord. 606 § 1, 2007)
§ 21.14.070. Planning Area 7 (Miles Avenue/Washington Street Area).
This area is divided into seven (7) subareas, as shown on the map following this Section. (a) Subarea 7.1. This area has been subdivided into two (2) subareas, as shown on the map referenced as Planning Area 7. The southernmost portion of this planning area is within the Highway 111 Overlay Zone and is subject to the requirements of Chapter 21.45.
(1) Area (a) is zoned Medium Density and is designated with an Affordable Housing Overlay (AHO) and a Senior Housing Overlay (SHO) Zone. A master plan residential community has been approved for this area subject to Conditional Use Permits Nos. 2001-01 and 99-06. This area will contain a gated master planned senior affordable housing residential community with up to one hundred eighty-five (185) senior affordable housing units built around a clubhouse with recreational facilities. This subarea is within the Highway 111 Overlay Zone and is subject to the requirements of Chapter 21.45. (2) Area (b) is zoned Community Resort Commercial and is subject to the design and development standards contained in Specific Plan No. 2006-01. (2)(3) Area (c) is currently vacant and zoned Community Commercial. (b) Subarea 7.2. This subarea is zoned Low Density. This area is a collection of several tracts developed at different times, which exhibits a clustered development pattern consistent with the Low Density Zone. This area is comprised of one hundred twenty (120) single family homes developed on irregular shaped lots, clustered around common lot open space areas. The Indian Wells Village Homes area is further defined as Subarea 7.2(a), 7.2(b), 7.2(c), and 7.2(d) as depicted in Figure 1.
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(1) Setback standards specific to Planning Area 7 (Subareas 7.2(a), (b), (c), and (d) are as follows in the following four (4) tables):
Table 1
Arapahoe Vista, Blackfoot Drive, Cheyenne
Trail and Miles
Front -yard setback (Existing
Carports/Garages)
(7.2(a))
Drive, Elkhorn Trail, Dakota
Avenue
15 feet from back of curb
Front -yard setback (Existing
Habitable Structures)
20 feet from back of curb
Side -yard setback
5 feet from side property line (10 feet
minimum between structures)1
Rear -yard setback
10 feet from rear property line
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Table 2 (7.2(b))
Warner Trail
i
Front -yard setback (Existing
Carports/Garages)
Front -yard setback (Existing
Habitable Structures)
Side -yard setback
21 feet from back of curb
21 feet from back of curb
5 feet from side property line (10 feet
minimum between structures)1
Rear -yard setback 10 feet from rear property line
Table 1 (7.2(c))
Warner Trail
Front -yard setback
Side -yard setback
Rear -yard setback
21 feet from property line
5 feet from side property line (10 feet
minimum between structures)1
10 feet from rear property line
Maximum building height at setback 16 feet
Table 1
Arapahoe Vista, Blackfoot
(7.2(d))
Drive, and Dakota Trail
Front -yard setback (Carports/
Garages)
15 feet from property line
Front -yard setback (Habitable
Structures)
20 feet from property line
Side -yard setback
5 feet from side property line (10 feet
minimum between structures)1
Rear -yard setback
10 feet from rear property line
Maximum building height at setback
16 feet
Notes:
Blockwalls not to exceed six (6) feet
in height.
(c) Subarea 7.3. This subarea is zoned Medium Density, Public Facilities, and Watercourse. The subarea is further delineated as follows:
(1) Area (a) is currently vacant and zoned Medium Density. (2) Area (b) is the Gerald Ford Elementary School, and is zoned Public Facilities. (3) Area (c) is currently vacant and zoned Medium DensityPublic Benefit Zone.
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(4) Area (d) is currently vacant, with the exception of a pump station facility, which is zoned Public Facilities.
(5)
Area (e) is the southern boundary of this subarea and is transected by the storm channel, which is zoned Watercourse.
(6) Area (f) is zoned Medium Density Residential and is subject to the design and development standards contained in Specific Plan No. 2006-01. (d) Subarea 7.4. This subarea encompasses the Southwest Community Church complex, which is zoned Community Commercial.
(e) Subarea 7.5. This subarea is zoned Resort Commercial (RC) and is further delineated as follows:
(1) Area (a) is approved for parking, sports complex support and retail commercial use subject to the permitted uses, design and development standards contained in Specific Plan No. 2007-01.
(2) Area (b) is approved for a three hundred (300) unit resort condominium hotel complex subject to the design and development standards contained in Specific Plan No. 2007-01.
(3)
Area (c) is approved for sixty-five (65) single family homes subject to the design and development standards contained in Specific Plan No. 2007-01.
Subarea 7.6. This subarea encompasses the Indian Wells Tennis Gardens, a sport and recreational facility specifically designed as a tennis complex, which is zoned Sports Complex (SPX).
Subarea 7.7. This subarea is currently vacant and zoned Resort Commercial (RC).
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PLANNING AREA 7 (MILES AVENUE/WASHINGTON STREET AREA)
- MAP
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Subarea 7.1(b) Subarea 7,4
Subarea 7.1(c) Subarea 73(a)
Subarea 72 Subsea 7.5(b)
Subarea 7.3(a) Subsea 7.5(c)
Subarea 7.3(b) ® Subarea 7.6
Suhares /.31c) subsea 7.7
Whitewater River Stone channel
Planning Area 7 and Subareas
SOURCE Munclpel Code Sedon21.14070
Panning Area 7
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ZONE
PLANNING AREA 7 (MILES AVENUE/WASHINGTON STREET AREA) - CHART
MAXIMUM
GROSS ACREAGE MAXIMUM DUs DENSITY AVERAGE DENSITY
NOTES
(NPR)
(RVLD)
(RLD)
(RMD)
(RMHD)
RESIDENTIAL:
Natural Preserve
Very Low Density
Low Density
Medium Density
Medium High Density
Subtotal
COMMERCIAL:
(CC)
Community
Commercial
(RC)
(OP)
(SPX)
(PF)
(PP)
Resort Commercial
Professional Office
Sports Complex
Subtotal
PUBLIC USE:
Public Facilities
Public Parks/
Recreation
0.0 0.0
46.2 38.0
59.7 143.9
0.0 0.0
208.0
266.0
716.0
1,190.0
40.99 1/40
3.0 4.5
7.0 12.0
8.3 n.a. n.a.
70.9 0.0
133.3
245.19
n.a. n.a.
n.a. n.a.
n.a. n.a.
n.a.
'GR)
(COS)
Subtotal
OPEN SPACE:
Golf and Recreation
Country Club Open
Space
15.8 [1]
n.a. n.a.
n.a. n.a.
0.0 n.a.
15.8 n.a.
0.0 0.0
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
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(WC)
Watercourse 62.2
n.a. n.a.
ZONE
PLANNING AREA 7 (MILES AVENUE/WASHINGTON STREET AREA) - CHART
MAXIMUM
GROSS ACREAGE MAXIMUM DUs DENSITY AVERAGE DENSITY
NOTES
(POS)
Public Owned Open
Space
Subtotal
PLANNING AREA
TOTAL
(GOLF)
(SHO)
OVERLAY ZONES:
Go_f Course
Senior Housing
0.0 n.a. n.a.
62.2 n.a.
n.a. n.a.
467.1 1,190.0 3.0
0.0 fha7 HTa
21.05 147.0 7.0 [2]
Notes:
The number of units currently approved within Subarea 7.2 is 119 units.
Subarea 7.1(a) and (c): The figures shown for maximum dwelling units (DUs and density only reflect the underlying Medium Density Zone and do not include any density bonuses as may be provided by State law).
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(Ord. 387 § 1, 1996; Ord. 429 § 1, 1998; Ord. 464 §§ 2-4, 2000; Ord. 482 § 1, 2001; 492 § 1, 2001; Ord. 498 § 1, 2002; Ord. 560 § 2, 2004; Ord. 586 § 2, 2006; Ord. 606 § 1, 2007; Ord. 613 § 1, 2008; Ord. 640 § 1, 2010; Ord. 650 § 3, 2011; Ord. 671 § 2, 2013; Ord. 713 § 2, 2018)
§ 21.14.080. Planning Area 8 (Sandpiper/Indian Wells Country Club Area).
This complex multi -use planning area is divided into nine (9) subareas, as shown in the map following this Section. The northernmost portion of the planning area is within the Planning Area 12 and is subject to the requirements of Chapter 21.45. (a) Subarea 8.1. This area is a resort/community commercial node consisting of two (2) parts:
(1) Area (a) is zoned Resort Commercial and is partially improved with two (2) resort hotels.
(2) Area (b) is zoned Community Commercial and is improved with a retail commercial center developed in accordance with conditional use permit CUP 2-88-3. The uses permitted are:
(i) Medical and sickroom equipment and supplies —sales only; (ii) Offices: executive, administrative and clerical, consultants, stockbrokers, travel agents, insurance brokers, real estate brokers, accountants, escrow, planners, attorneys, engineers, physicians, dentists, architects, and secretarial services;
(iii) Libraries;
(iv) Banks and savings and loan institutions;
(v) Pharmacies;
(vi) Florists' shops;
(vii) Book and stationery stores;
(viii) Art galleries;
(ix) Medical, dental and biological laboratories;
(x) Optometrist;
(xi) One restaurant;
(xii) Tailor shop;
(xiii) Interior design;
(xiv) Clothing shops;
(xv) Jewelry stores; and
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(xvi) Cigar club, including with on -site alcohol sales.
Any use not specified in this list shall be subject to the approval of a conditional use permit, pursuant to Section 21.06.040. Unless modified by a variance, the Community Commercial (Chapter 21.30) development standards shall be in effect.
No building shall be constructed with a setback of less than fifty feet (50') on Highway 111 and thirty feet (30') from the curb line on Club Drive, from any existing or contemplated street or highway including unimproved rights -of -way.
The City Council shall approve all elevations of new buildings.
The following development plans, and any subsequent changes, shall be approved by the Architecture and LandscapeDesign Review Committee (ALCDRC):
(i) Complete landscape plan;
(ii) Trash storage and collection; and
(iii) Plans for exterior lighting of the development.
(b) Subarea 8.2. This established residential area consists of a series of interrelated cluster -type developments, and is zoned Very Low Density. The subarea is governed by an active homeowners' association.
Existing development within this subarea exceeds that permitted in the Very Low Density Zone, therefore, the structures within this subarea are "legal non- conforming uses" as to density. As such, these structures are subject to the provisions of Section 21.90.030.
(c) Subarea 8.3. This is zoned Very Low Density. The pump station adjacent to Manitou Drive is zoned Public Facilities. The properties south of Iroquois Drive, which about the flood channel, contain various easements in reference to the channel.
(d) Subarea 8.4. This established area contains the Indian Wells Country Club area and is transected by the Deep Canyon Flood Channel, which is zoned Watercourse. The area is further delineated as follows:
(1) Area 8.4(a)., —The residential portion of the Indian Wells Country Club area is zoned Very Low Density and contains the Deep Canyon Flood Channel zoned Watercourse.
(d)(2) Area 8.4(b). and is overlaid wit 1 tie Go _= Course Over ay ZoncThe golf course and related golf and recreational facilities portion of the Indian Wells Country Club area contains Golf and Recreation uses in accordance with Chapter 21.40 of this Title. whic_1 pertains to t Ze 27 hole go_' course. This area is transected by the Deep Canyon Food Channe_, whic i is zoned Watercourse.
(e)
Subarea 8.5. This portion of the Indian Wells Country Club complex differs from the remaining portions in that, while it is zoned Very Low Density, it contains a series of attached units in clusters which were approved as planned unit developments by several conditional use permits and tract maps.
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Subarea 8.6. This subarea, located at the base of the mountain, is privately owned, deed restricted property and is zoned Country Club Open Space.
Subarea 8.7. This mountainous subarea is publicly owned and zoned Public Owned Open Space.
Subarea 8.8. This mountainous subarea is privately owned and zoned Natural Preserve.
Subarea 8.9. This subarea is zoned Low Density and Professional Office, consistent with approved and existing development. The subarea is further delineated as follows:
(1) Subarea 8.9(a). This subarea is zoned Residential Low Density, consistent with approved and existing development.
(4)(2) Subarea 8.9(b). This subarea is zoned Professional Office, in accordance with Conditional Use Permit 2-97-2.
(j) Sub -area 8.10 and 8.11. This master planned residential community, known as the Ryan Golf Course, is built around a 36 -hole golf course in accordance with an approved Conditional Use Permit, CUP No. 99-1 and 2-90-5. It is zoned Very Low Density, and is bounded on the south by the Deep Canyon Flood Channel, which is zoned Watercourse, Highway 111 to the north, which is zoned HWYOHighway 111 Overlay, Planning Area 1 to the east which is zoned Very Low Density, and Planning Asubarea
8.3 to the west, which is zoned Very Low Density. Watercourse areas arc _ocatcd to the south of the sub area and is zoned WC. Because of the golf course, .le sub area is over aid wit 1 the Go _= Course Overlay Zone whic 1 governs use and deve_opment o the golf course.
Internally, the Ryan Golf Course Community is divided into two (2) development areas with net densities ranging from just over 1.4 du/acre.
Development within this country club area is governed by the zoning, the approved Conditional Use Permit, the applicable tract map(s), and any active homeowner association(s). Persons interested in development within this area should research all of these sources.
PLANNING AREA 8.10 AND 8.11 (IWCC - RYAN COURSE) - CHART
GROSS MAXIMUM AVERAGE
ZONE ACREAGE MAXIMUM DUs DENSITY DENSITY
RVLD 35.55 85 3.0 .42 du/ac
RVLD/ Golf 65.08
CourseG
olf and
Recreatio
n
Total 100.63 85 1.2 du/ac
(1) General Development Standards. Except as otherwise specifically provided for in the following provisions, the development standards of the Very Low Density Residential Zone (RVLD), Golf Course Over_ayand Recreation Zone (PPGCGR), Country Club Open Space Zone (COS), and Watercourse Zone (WC) shall apply.
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(2) Development Density. The Project may be permitted to be developed to a density not to exceed an overall density of 0.42 units per acre for the entire project.
(3) (Sub -Area 8.10) Sub -Area 8.10 - Lot Arrangement. Except as otherwise specifically provided, lots 57 through 74 per Tentative Tract 29502 (FTM xxxxx) within the Project shall be exempt from Section 20.72.010(a), Minimum Size and Depth of Lots, Section 20.72.010(b), Depth Requirements, and Section 20.72.020, Side Lines.
(4) Irregular Lots. Lots which are irregularly shaped and located on a curve or cul- de-sac street shall have a lot width of thirty-five feet (35') at the front property line or meet the required minimum lot width at the Front Building Setback Line [FBSL].
( (5)
Development Standards for Development Areas. Minimum
development standards for development areas within Ryan Golf Course, as identified in Planning Area 8.10 and Sub -area 8.11 — Table, shall be as follows:
(i) Minimum Lot Area Standards. The minimum area requirements for development Sub -areas 8.10 and 8.11 are as follows:
Type
Development Standards Minimum Width/Depth
Area Lot Size Set Backs
RVLD — Lots 12,000 Sq. Ft. min. 86'x140' Min. Front — 20' (55-70) Side — 10'x6'min/
8'x8' min
(multiple of 16')
Rear — 10'
Side front (comer
lots) 15'
RVLD—Lots 12,000 Sq. Ft. min. 100'x100' min. Front — 20' (1-54) and Side -8'x8'
(71, 83-85) Rear — 10'
Side front (corner
lots) 15'
RVLD — Lots 12,000 Sq. Ft. min. 100'x100' min. Front — 20' (72-82) Side — 8'x8'
Rear — 20'
Side front (corner
lots) 15'
Golf and 3,000 Sq. Ft. max. N/A Front — 20'
Golf House Side — 8'x8'
(Lot 86) Rear — 10'
Side front (corner
lots) 15'
(ii) Maximum Building Height. The maximum_
building height for development Sub Areas 8.10 and
8.11 are as follows:
Development Standards Maximum Height
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Type Height
RVLD — lots (55-70)
RVLD — Lots (1-54)&(71-85)
Golf Lot (87)
12' at side and rear yard setback line. 18'
maximum height
12' at side and rear yard setback line. 18'
maximum height
No Buildings permitted
(A) Buildings and structures shall not have a height exceeding eighteen feet (18'). In no case shall the building exceed one (1) living story above the approved pad elevation of the building site.
(B) Structures shall not exceed twelve feet (12') in height at the side or rear setback line. [see Sections 21.23.070(b)(1) and
21.23.070(b)(3)].
(C) In no case shall the building exceed one (1) living story above the approved pad elevation of the building site.
(D) Structures shall have only forty (40) percent of the total roof area exceed fifteen feet (15') in height to a maximum of eighteen feet (18') from the approved pad grade.
(iii) Roof Slope. Building envelope height restrictions as specified in Zoning Code Sections 21.23.070(b)(1), 21 .23 .070(b)(2) and 21.23.070(b)(3), shall be enforced. Modifications shall be only be permitted on a Development Area basis and not for each individual lot. (iv) Golf House (Lot 86). Property development standards for the Indian Wells Country Club Golf House (Lot 86) shall be as follows:
(A) Golf House (Lot 86) shall not exceed twelve feet (12') in height at the side or rear building setback line. [see Sections 21.23.070(b)(1) and 21.23 .070(b)(3)] .
(B) In no case shall the Golf House (Lot 86) exceed one (1) living story above the approved pad elevation of the building site.
(C) Golf House (Lot 86) shall have no more than sixty (60) percent of the total roof area exceed fifteen feet (15') in height. (D) In no case shall the roof height of the Golf House (Lot 86) exceed twenty-one feet (21') from approved pad grade nor shall the tower element exceed of twenty-eight feet ten inches (28' 10") from approved pad grade.
(E) Except as otherwise specifically provided in the above provisions, development standards and requirements of the Very Low Density Residential Zone (RVLD) with a Golf Course Over ayand
Recreation Zone (PPGCGR) shall apply.
(k) Subarea 8.12. This subarea is currently a vacant city -owned parcel zoned Very Low Density Residentia_Golf and Recreation. and contains Carl Bray's art gallery
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and a de ac ied two (2) s ory residentia structure. Deve_olment within this subarea comains non conforming uses and structures, as it does not conform o the provisions of the Very Low Density Residential category in which it is located.
Deve opment restric'ions as specified in Zoning Code Section 2_ .90.030 Nonconforming Uses and Structures sha a »_y to a structures and and uses within t its subarea.
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(p) Planning Area 8 (Sandpiper/Indian Wells Country Club Area) Map PLANNING AREA 8 (SANDPIPER/INDIAN WELLS COUNTRY CLUB
AREA) - MAP
Legend
PA 8 Boundary Subarea 8.6
Subarea 8.1(a) Subarea 8.7
Subarea 8.1(b) Subarea 8.8
Subarea 8.2 Subarea 8.9(a)
Subarea 8.3 Subarea 8.9(6)
Subarea 8.4(a) Subarea 8.10
Subarea 8.4(b) i Subarea 8.11
Subarea 8.5 I= Subarea 8.12
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ZONE
PLANNING AREA 8 (SANDPIPER/INDIAN WELLS COUNTRY CLUB AREA) - CHART
MAXIMUM
GROSS ACREAGE MAXIMUM DUs DENSITY AVERAGE DENSITY
NOTES
(NPR)
(RVLD)
(RLD)
(RMD)
(RMHD)
(CC)
(RC)
(OP)
(PF)
(PP)
(GR)
(COS)
(WC)
RESIDENTIAL:
Natural Preserve
Very Low Density
Low Density
Medium Density
Medium High Density
Subtotal
COMMERCIAL:
Community
Commercial
Resort Commercial
Professional Office
Subtotal
PUBLIC USE:
Public Facilities
Public Parks/
Recreation
Subtotal
OPEN SPACE:
Golf and Recreation
Country Club Open
Space
Watercourse
147.3
226.5
24.7 0.0
0.0 398.5
4.0 80.0
111.0
0.0 0.0
191.0
6.0 n.a.
20.3 1.5
27.8 n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
1/40
3.0 4.5
7.0 12.0
[1][2]
.05
0.4 0.0
0.4 n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
20O
235.1
n.a.
n.a.
50.0 n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
[3]
n.a.
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(POS)
Public Owned Open 1,531.1
Space
n.a. n.a.
ZONE
PLANNING AREA 8 (SANDPIPER/INDIAN WELLS COUNTRY CLUB AREA) - CHART
MAXIMUM
GROSS ACREAGE MAXIMUM DUs DENSITY AVERAGE DENSITY
NOTES
(GOLF)
(AHO)
(SHO)
(SSAO)
Subtotal
PLANNING AREA
TOTAL
OVERLAY ZONES:
Go_f Course
Affordable Housing
Senior Housing
Special Study Area
1,816.2
2,242.9
n.a.
n.a. n.a.
191.0 0.1
200.0
0.0 0.0
0.0 Hva
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
Notes:
[1]
[2]
[3]
Subarea 8.2 currently contains 224 units on approximately 61.0 acres, which yields an average density of 3.6 DU/AC. Thus, this subarea is non -conforming to the Very Low Density Zone which permits a maximum of 3.0 DU/AC. Because this subarea was developed before the Very Low Density Zone was adopted, the uses therein are "legal non -conforming" uses, subject to the provisions of Section 21.90.030.
Approximately 200 acres of this base zonePlanning Area 8 are designated for golf course usage by the Golf Course Over ayand Recreation Zone. Thus, the acreage subject to actual development in accordance with the oase zonePlanning Area 8 designation is the oase zonePlanning Area 8 acreage minus the golf course overlayand recreation zone acreage.
Refer to Section 21.14.080(a) for permitted uses and development requirements.
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(Ord. 387 § 1, 1996; Ord. 472 § 1, 2000; Ord. 521 § 1, 2002; Ord. 522 §§ 3, 4, 2002; Ord. 606 § 1, 2007; Ord. 665 § 2, 2013)
§ 21.14.090. Planning Area 9 (Toscana Area).
This Planning Area is divided into three (3) subareas, as shown on the map following this Section.
(a) Area (a) is the Southern California Edison power substation and is zoned Public Facilities.
(b) Area (b) is the Whitewater River Storm Channel and is zoned Watercourse. (c) Area (c) contains a gated master planned community, known as The Toscana Country Club, built around a thirty-six (36) hole golf course and clubhouse facility in accordance with an approved modification to Conditional Use Permit (CUP No. 2000-01). This subarea is zoned Very Low Density and is over_aid wits the Go_� Course Over_ay Zone whit.. -1 governs use and deve opment of the golf coursecontains golf and recreations uses in accordance with Chapter 21.40 of this Title. Development within this subarea is governed by the area's particular zoning district, approved conditional use permit, applicable tract map(s), and active homeowners' association. Persons interested in development within this area should research all of these sources.
(1) Except as otherwise specifically provided for in the following provisions, the development standards of the Very Low Density Residential Zone (RVLD) and Golf Course Overlayand Recreation Zone (PPGCGR) shall apply. (i) Development Density. Development within this subarea shall not exceed a maximum of six hundred sixty (660) fee simple residential dwelling units for the entire subarea.
(ii) Irregular Lots. Lots which are irregularly shaped and located on a curve or cul-de-sac street shall have a lot width of greater than thirty-five (35) feet at the front property line or meet the required minimum lot width at the Front Building Setback Line (FBSL).
(iii) Minimum Lot Area Standards. Minimum lot area standards within the Toscana Country Club shall conform to applicable general lot area standards except as may be provided in an unexpired development agreement.
(iv) Minimum Building Setback Restrictions. Minimum building setback requirements for development within The Toscana Country Club shall be as follows:
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Development
Type
Setbacks
Front Interior Side Rear Side Street Garage Door
security 20' 15' 15' 15' 20'
(gatehouses)
club house, pro 20' 20' 20' 20' 20'
shop and other
recreational
facilities
golf courses 20' 20' 20' 20' 20'
type "A" lots 20' 8' 10' 15' 20'
type "B" lots 20' 8' 10' 15' 20'
type "C" lots 20' 8' 10' 15' 20'
type "D" lots 20' 8' 10' 15' 20'
type "E" lots 20' 8' 10' 15' 20'
(v) Maximum Height Restrictions. Building envelope height restrictions for development within the Toscana Country Club shall be as follows:
Development Type:
Building Envelope Height Restrictions
Maximum Building Roof Slope Horizontal Roof
Height Restrictions Restrictions
golf locker room/golf 42' / 24' ['] none
cart storage
club house 46' / 28' 6" [1'[" none
pro shop 30' / 21' [1'[2] none
grille pavilion 32' / 20' °'[2' none
sports club 44' / 24' °'[2' none
golf course 15' [2] none
maintenance facility
security (gatehouses) 25' [2' none
type "A" lots 19' ' [4][9]
type "B" lots 20' [2] [4][9'
type "C" lots 21' [2] [4H9]
type "D" lots 21' [2' [4v9]
type "E" lots 19' [2] [4][9]
[5]
none
[B]
c81
[s]
[B]
[8]
Notes:
[1]
[2]
[3]
Maximum tower height/maximum building
height allowed.
In no case shall the building exceed one (1)
living story above the approved pad elevation
of the building site.
In no case shall the building exceed two (2)
living stories above the approved pad elevation
of the building site.
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Notes:
[4]
{91
Structures shall not exceed 16' in height at the
side or rear building setback line. The
maximum building height shall not be allowed
within 20' of any side property line; 20' of any
rear property line; 20' of any front property line.
No more than 20% of the horizontal roof area
shall exceed 22' in height.
No more than 20% of the horizontal roof area
shall exceed 30' in height.
No more than 20% of the horizontal roof area
shall exceed 22' in height.
No more than 20% of the horizontal roof area
shall exceed 18' in height, and no more than
45% of the horizontal roof area shall exceed 15'
in height.
Buildings shall not exceed the height
established by the planes between the
maximum building height allowed at the
minimum side and rear building setbacks and
the maximum building height allowed at the
minimum building setbacks for the maximum
building height, [4], above.
(A) Building Height Restrictions. Building envelope height restrictions as specified in Section 21.12.090(c)(v) may be modified.
Modifications shall only be permitted on a "development type" basis and not for each individual lot. Modification of any development type building envelope height restriction shall be reviewed and approved and incorporated into the project's approved conditional use permit in accordance with the provisions of Section
21.06.040(c)(1).
(vi) Property Line Walls. Property line walls may be constructed along the rear and side lot lines within the rear yard building setback subject to the following standards:
(A) A wall along the rear lot line abutting the golf course shall not exceed three (3) feet in height.
(B) A wall along the side lot line may extend into the rear yard building setback, provided that beginning no less than ten (10) feet from the rear property line the wall shall step down in height from a maximum six (6) feet to a maximum of four (4) feet in at least three (3) equally spaced steps.
(vii) Building Appendages and Projections. Development within this subarea shall be in accordance with Section 21.20.100 media niches that are attached or unattached to a fireplace and do not exceed twelve (12) feet in width.
(viii) Required Screening Walls. Screening walls shall be required in
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accordance with Section 21.50.050 except when the following criteria are met:
(A) When only one (1) air conditioning compressor is located adjacent to an accessory living structure or garage; and
(B) The air conditioning compressor is located a minimum of ninety (90) feet from the rear property line.
PLANNING AREA 9 (TOSCANA AREA) - MAP
Key Map
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Planning Area 9
Legend
r Plarni g Nea 9 Boundary Subarea 9(c)-RVLD
Subarea 9(a) - PF Subarea 9(c) - GR
Subarea 9(b) - WC
Planning Area 9 and Subareas
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ZONE
PLANNING AREA 9 (TOSCANA AREA) - CHART
MAXIMUM
GROSS ACREAGE MAXIMUM DUs DENSITY AVERAGE DENSITY
NOTES
(NPR)
(RVLD)
(RLD)
(RMD)
(RMHD)
(CC)
(RC)
(OP)
(PF)
(PP)
(GR)
(COS)
(WC)
RESIDENTIAL:
Natural Preserve
Very Low Density
Low Density
Medium Density
Medium High Density
Subtotal
COMMERCIAL:
Community
Commercial
Resort Commercial
Professional Office
Subtotal
PUBLIC USE:
Public Facilities
Public Parks/
Recreation
Subtotal
OPEN SPACE:
Golf and Recreation
Country Club Open
Space
Watercourse
0.0 615.0
0.0 0.0
0.0 615.0
0.0 660.0
0.0 0.0
0.0 660.0
0.0 0.0
0.0 0.0
5.0 0.0
5.0 413.24
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
0.0 n.a.
20.0 n.a.
1/40
3.0 4.5
7.0 12.0
1.073
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
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(POS)
Public Owned Open 0.0
Space
n.a. n.a.
ZONE
GROSS ACREAGE MAXIMUM DUs
PLANNING AREA 9 (TOSCANA AREA) - CHART
MAXIMUM
DENSITY AVERAGE DENSITY
NOTES
(GOLF)
(AHO)
(SHO)
(SSAO)
Subtotal
PLANNING AREA
TOTAL
OVERLAY ZONES:
Go_f Course
Affordable Housing
Senior Housing
Special Study Area
20.0 n.a.
n.a. n.a.
640.0 660.0 1.03
i
3.24 10.0
0.0 0.0
nyr'E
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
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City of Indian Wells, CA
§ 21._4.090
§2
.11"
00 (Ord. 485 § 1, 2001; Ord. 541 § 1, 2003; Ord. 601 § 1, 2007; Ord. 606 § 1, 2007; Ord. 610 § 1, 2008; Ord. 655 § 1, 2011; Ord. 662 § 1, 2012)
§ 21.14.100. Planning Area 10 (Villages I and II/Village Plaza/Wall Street West).
Villages I and II are two (2) retail commercial/professional office complexes located on opposite sides of Highway 111, west of Cook, which were developed by the same developer and are similar in use and character. Each development is a subarea within the Planning Area, as shown on the map following this Section. The property west of Village I is the professional office development named Wall Street West. The property west of Village II is a retail commercial/professional office development named Village Plaza.
Because this Planning Area is transected by Highway 111, it is within the Planning Area 12 and is subject to the requirements of Chapter 21.45.
The uses permitted, signage allowed and vehicular access permitted are all stringently regulated by the applicable Conditional Use Permits and zoning which govern these properties and persons interested in these properties should pay particular attention to same.
(a) Subarea 10.1 [Village I]. This area is improved with the Village I retail complex. It was approved in accordance with Conditional Use Permit (CUP) No. 2-79-4, and is zoned Community Commercial.
(b) Subarea 10.2 [Village II]. This area is improved with the Village 2 retail/office complex. It was approved in accordance with Conditional Use Permit (CUP) No. 2-86-4, and is zoned Community Commercial.
The uses permitted in this subarea are those approved in Use Permit No. 9 88-1:
(1) Retail Building: Antiques, apparel —women's; apparel —men's; apparel —infants; appliance store —sales only; art gallery; artificial plants/ trees; beauty shop; beauty supplies; camera store; candy store —boxed candy only; cards and gifts; computer store —sales only; consumer electronics —sales only; fabric store; flower shop; glassware; hobby shop; jewelry; kitchen store; linens and bedding; luggage shop; needlepoint shop; nursery products —No outside sales; optical; wallpaper; party supplies; pet supplies —no pets; pharmacy; portrait studio; sewing center —sales only; shoe repair; shoe store; sporting goods; and toy store.
(2) Office Building: Administrative, executive, clerical offices, consultants, stockbrokers, travel agents, insurance brokers, real estate brokers, accountants, escrow offices, attorneys, dentists and physicians, architects, planners and engineers.
(3) Financial Buildings: Banks and financial institutions. (c) Subarea 10.3 [Wall Street West]. This subarea was approved in accordance with Conditional Use Permit (CUP) No. 2-91-2 and is zoned Professional Office. Access to this area is restricted to a single access point on Highway 111 and will be limited to right -turn -in and right -turn -out due to the proposed median in Highway 111.
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Additional access is available to the east via the Village I property. This subarea is also within the Planning Area 12 and is subject to the requirements of Chapter
21.45. The uses permitted in this subarea are those listed below as defined in Section
21.36.040:
(1) Office Building: Government facilities, manufactured structures, museum and art galleries, administrative offices, business offices, professional offices, recreational facilities, utility buildings and facilities, and non-commercial banks.
(d) Subarea 10.4 [Village Plaza]. This subarea is zoned Community Commercial has developed in phases under Conditional Use Permit (CUP) Nos. 2-95-1 and 2-96-3.
This subarea is also within the Planning Area 12 and is subject to the requirements of Chapter 21.45.
The buildings defined in this area conform to the Master Development Plan approved under CUP No. 2-95-1. The uses permitted in this subarea are those listed below as defined in CUP Nos. 2-95-1 and 2-96-3:
(1) Building 1 (Office): Government facilities, manufactured structures, museum and art galleries, administrative offices, business offices, professional offices, recreational facilities, utility buildings and facilities, and non-commercial banks.
(2) Building 2 (Office): Government facilities, manufactured structures, museum and art galleries, accounting offices, administrative offices, attorney offices, business offices, professional offices, clerical offices, dentist and physician offices, escrow offices, architect and planning offices, consultant offices, insurance offices, real estate brokers, recreational facilities, stock brokers, travel agents, utility buildings and facilities, and non-commercial banks.
Building 5 (Banks and Financial Institutions): Financial uses (banks, financial institutions and non-commercial banks).
(5)
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PLANNING AREA 10 (VILLAGE I AND II/HIGHWAY 111 AREA) -
MAP
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Subarea
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Indian Wells
Village
Shopping '
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SOURCE Man Wells Municipal UrSe Section 21 14 100
way 111
Legend
r Planning Area 10 Boundary um. Subarea 10.3
Subarea 10.1 Subarea 10.4
Subarea 10.2
Planning Area 10 and Subareas
Planning Area 10
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ZONE
PLANNING AREA 10 (VILLAGE I AND II/HIGHWAY 111 AREA) - CHART
MAXIMUM
GROSS ACREAGE MAXIMUM DUs DENSITY AVERAGE DENSITY
NOTES
(NPR)
(RVLD)
(RLD)
(RMD)
(RMHD)
RESIDENTIAL:
Natural Preserve
Very Low Density
Low Density
Medium Density
Medium High Density
Subtotal
COMMERCIAL:
(CC)
Community
Commercial
(RC)
(OP)
(PF)
(PP)
Resort Commercial
Professional Office
Subtotal
PUBLIC USE:
Public Facilities
0.0 0.0
0.0 0.0
0.0 0.0
0.0 0.0
0.0 0.0
0.0 0.0
28.1 1/40
3.0 4.5
7.0 12.0
0.0 n.a. n.a.
0.0 0.0
28.1 n.a. n.a.
n.a. n.a.
n.a.
0.0 Public Parks/
Recreation
(PA 12) Highway 111
(GR)
(COS)
Subtotal
OPEN SPACE:
Golf and Recreation
Country Club Open
Space
0.0 n.a. n.a.
n.a. n.a.
n.a. n.a.
2.9 n.a.
2.9 n.a.
0.0 11.a.
0.0 n.a.
n.a.
n.a. n.a.
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(WC)
Watercourse 0.0
n.a. n.a.
ZONE
PLANNING AREA 10 (VILLAGE I AND II/HIGHWAY 111 AREA) - CHART
MAXIMUM
GROSS ACREAGE MAXIMUM DUs DENSITY AVERAGE DENSITY
NOTES
(POS)
(GOLF)
(AHO)
(SHO)
(SSAO)
Public Owned Open
Space
Subtotal
PLANNING AREA
TOTAL
OVERLAY ZONES:
Go_f Course
Affordable Housing
Senior Housing
Special Study Area
0.0 n.a. n.a.
0.0 n.a.
31 0.0
&0
0.0 0.0
0.0 n.a. n.a.
0.0 n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
rha:
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
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(Ord. 387 § 1, 1996; Ord. 403 § 3 Exhibit A, 1997; Ord. 606 § 1, 2007) § 21.14.110. Planning Area 11 (Vintage/Living Desert/Hidden Valley Area). (a) Subareas. This planning area is divided into three (3) subareas, as shown on the map following this Section.
(1) Subarea 11.1. This gated master planned residential community, known as the Vintage Country Club, is built around a thirty -six -hole golf course in accordance with an approved Conditional Use Permit, CUP No. 2-78-7. It is zoned Very Low Density, and is bounded on the south by the Deep Canyon Flood Channel, which is zoned Watercourse, and the base of the Santa Rosa Mountains, which are zoned Public Owned Open Space. Water reservoirs located in the southwestern portion of the subarea are zoned Public Facilities.
Because of the golf course, tie subarea is over aid wi i se Golf Course Overlay Zone which governs use and deve_opmnn- of the golf course.Subarea contains golf and recreation uses in accordance with Chapter 21.40 of this Title.
Internally, the Vintage Country Club project is divided into seventeen (17) development areas with net densities ranging from just over 2 du/acre to the three-story terrace condominiums at 10 du/acre.
Development within this country club area is governed by the zoning, the approved Conditional Use Permit, the applicable tract maps, and an active homeowners' association. Persons interested in development within this area should research all of these sources.
(2) Subarea 11.2. This subarea extends southeasterly into the mountains to the southernmost boundary of the City. This area is zoned Public Owned Open Space with the exception of two (2) flood corridors zoned Watercourse, and water reservoirs zoned Public Facilities.
The northwestern portion of this Subarea contains the Living Desert Wildlife & Botanical Park. Established in 1970 as a non-profit education and conservation center, the 1,200 acre park lies within both the Cities of Palm Desert and Indian Wells. The Eagle Canyon and African Savannah Village exhibits are within the municipal boundaries of the City of Indian Wells and are subject to the requirements of Conditional Use Permit Nos. 2-90-6 and 2-97-1
(3)
Subarea 11.3. This gated master planned community, known as the Reserve at Hidden Valley, is planned around a private 21 -hole golf course and clubhouse facility in accordance with an approved Conditional Use Permit, CUP No. 2-92-5. This subarea is zoned Very Low Density and is transected by several flood control corridors which are zoned Watercourse. The most easterly portion of this area abuts the Santa Rosa Mountains, and is zoned Country Club Open Space. Because of tie go_f course, the area is overlaid will the Golf Course Overlay Zone w tic 1 governs the use and development of t ie go_f course.Subarea contains golf and recreation uses in accordance with Chapter
21.40 of this Title.
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The subarea designations shown on the map following this Section are conceptual only. Land use designations [WC, RVLD, or RVLD/GOLFGR] may be altered if subsequent land use analysis indicates that an environmentally superior plan would result.
(b) General Development Standards. Except as otherwise specifically provided for in the following provisions, the development standards of the Very Low Density Residential Zone (RVLD), Golf Course Over_ayand Recreation Zone (PPGCGR), Country Club Open Space Zone (COS), and Watercourse Zone (WC) shall apply. (1) Development Density. The Project may be permitted to be developed to a density not to exceed an overall density of 0.63 units per acre for the entire project and not to exceed a maximum of sixty-six (66) units within a development cluster (area of similar lot/housing types) (2) Attached and Zero -Setback Dwellings. Dwelling units which are attached to one another or which are offset on the legal lot upon which they are built so as to have one (1) or more exterior wall located upon a property line may be permitted within the Project. Property standards (i.e. lot area, lot dimensions and yards) for attached, zero -setback and similar development approaches shall be reviewed and approved by the Planning Commission and incorporated into the Project's approved Conditional Use Permit in accordance with the provisions of Section 21.06.040(c)
Condominium Development. Condominium residential development may be permitted upon approval by the City Council subject to approval of a Conditional Use Permit in accordance with the provisions of Section
21.20.110.
(3)
(4) Lot Arrangement. Except as otherwise specifically provided, each lot within the Project shall be exempt from Section 20.72.010(a), Minimum Size and Depth of Lots, Section 20.72.010(b), Depth Requirements, and Section
20.72.020, Side Lines.
Irregular Lots. Lots which are irregularly shaped and located on a curve or cul- de-sac street shall have a lot width of thirty-five (35) feet at the front property line or meet the required minimum lot width at the Front Building Setback Line [FBSL].
(6) Development Standards for Development Areas. Minimum development standards for development areas within the Reserve, as identified in Planning Area 11, Subarea 11.3 - Table, shall be as follows:
(5)
(i) Minimum Lot Area Standards. The minimum area requirements for development areas within the Reserve are as follows:
DEVELOPMENT DEVELOPMENT MINIMUM LOT:
TYPE AREA SIZE (SQ. FT.) WIDTH/DEP'TP
Sales and Security
Bungalows
1, lA
none none
2 6,000 50'/80'
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DEVELOPMENT DEVELOPMENT MINIMUM LOT:
TYPE AREA SIZE (SQ. FT.) WIDTH/ DEPTH
Casitas 3
Villas 4
Reserve Lots 5
Hidden Valley Estates 6, 6A, 6B
Estate Lots 7
Club House and other 8
Recreational Facilities
Golf Course 9
maintenance facility
6,000
6,000
10,000
10,000
10,000
none
50'/80'
50'/80'
60'/100'
60'/100'
60'/100'
none
none none
(ii) Minimum Building Setback Restrictions. Minimum building setback requirements for development areas with the Reserve are as follows:
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Setbacks
Development Type
Development Area Front
Interior Side Rear
Side Street Garage Door
Sales and Security
Bungalows
1, IA 20'
2 Casitas 3
15' 15'
20' Lots having less than
90' in width at front
property line: 5'
Lots 90' or more in
width at front property
line: 8'
20' Lots having less than
90' in width at front
property line 12' (no
less than 5' on one
side).
Lots 90' or more in
width at front property
line: 8'
Villas 4 20'
Reserve Lots 5 20'
Hidden Valley Estates 6 20'
Hidden Valley Estates 6A 20'
Hidden Valley Estates 6B 20'
Estate Lots 7 20'
Club House and other 8 20'
Recreational Facilities
10'
8'
12'
12'
8'
12'
20'
15' 20'
10'
15' 20'
10'
15' 20'
Golf Course maintenance 9 20'
facility
10'
10'
10'
10'
10'
10'
20'
15'
15'
15'
15'
15'
15'
20'
20' 20'
20'
20'
20'
20'
20'
20'
20'
20' 20'
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Notes:
Side street setback for comer lots.
(iii) Minimum Height Restrictions. Building envelope height restrictions for Development Areas within The Reserve are as shown in the table on the following page:
Development Type
Development Area Maximum Building Roof Slope
(DA) Height in Stories (feet) Restrictions
Horizontal Roof Area
Limits
Walls
Property Line
Other
Sales and Security
Bungalows
Casitas
Villas
Reserve Lots
Hidden Valley Estates
Hidden Valley Estates
Hidden Valley Estates
Estate Lots
Club House and other
Recreational Facilities
I, I
2 3
4 5
6 6A
6B
7 8
Golf Course Maintenance 9
Facility
1 (18')'
1 (18')'
1 (18')'
1 (18')'
1 (18')'
1 (24')5
1 (24')8
1 (18')'
1 (24')5
2 (40')2
Clubhouse
1 (18')'
Other Facilities
Single Story'
yes3
yes6
yes'
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yes3
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Buildings and structures shall not have a height exceeding eighteen feet (18'). In no case shall the building exceed one (1) living story above the approved pad elevation of the building site.
Clubhouse shall not have a height exceeding forty feet (40'). In no case shall the building exceed two (2) living stories above the approved pad elevation of the building site.
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Structures shall not exceed twelve feet (12') in height at the side or rear setback line. The maximum building height shall not be allowed within twenty-six feet (26') of the side property line, thirty-two feet (32') of the rear property line, or twenty feet (20') of the front property line [see Sections 21.23.070(b)(1) and 21.23.070(b)(3)].
Structures shall have only 30% of the total roof area exceed fifteen feet (15") in height to a maximum of eighteen feet (18')from the approved pad grade [see Section
21.23.070(a)].
Buildings and structures shall not have a height exceeding twenty-four feet (24'). In no case shall the building exceed one (1) living story above the approved pad elevation of the building site.
Structures shall not exceed fifteen feet (15') in height at the side or rear setback line.
The maximum building height shall not be allowed within thirteen feet (13') of the side property line, sixteen feet (16') of the rear property line, or twenty feet (20') of the front property line.
Structures shall not exceed fifteen feet (15') in height at the side or rear setback line.
The maximum building height shall not be allowed within thirteen feet (13') of the side property line, twenty-four feet (24') of the rear property line, or twenty feet (20') of the front property line.
Where a line -of -sight demonstrates that buildings and structures are not visible from The Vintage Country Club or The Living Desert, the maximum height of a proposed structure shall not exceed twenty-four feet (24'). In no case shall the building exceed one (1) living story above the approved pad elevation of the building site.
In no case shall the building exceed one (1) living story above the approved pad elevation of the building site.
Structures shall not exceed fifteen feet (15') in height at the side or rear setback line.
The maximum building height shall not be allowed within twenty feet (20') of the side property line, thirty-two feet (32') of the rear property line, or twenty feet (20') of the front property line.
Structures shall not exceed sixteen feet (16') in height at the side or rear setback line. The maximum building height shall not be allowed within twenty-six feet (26') of the side property line, thirty-two feet (32') of the rear property line, or twenty feet (20') of the front property line.
Structures shall have only forty (40) percent of the total roof area exceed fifteen feet (15') in height to a maximum of eighteen feet (18') from the approved pad grade.
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Structures shall have only forty (40) percent of the total roof area exceed fifteen feet (15') in height to a maximum of twenty-four feet (24') from the approved pad grade.
Walls and fences may be used to enclose facilities that are adjacent to existing or anticipated urban development, but shall not be permitted in locations which will restrict obvious wildlife movement, unless such wall/fence has been designed by a qualified biologist to allow wildlife movement to the satisfaction of the Planning Director.
Walls and fences may be used to enclose the "island of development within a parcel," but shall not be permitted along property boundaries of the individual residential lot.
Immediately surrounding the residential structure may be small, walled -in yard areas.
Barriers (walls) between parcels, for privacy courtyards or other small walled -in yard areas, may be permitted within the bungalows if lots are clustered in groups of four with unrestricted open space areas between each cluster. Open space areas between each cluster must be designed by a qualified biologist to allow wildlife movement to the satisfaction of the Planning Director.
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(A) Roof Slope. Building envelope height restrictions as specified in Zoning Code Sections 21.23.070(a), 21.23.070(b)(1),
21.23.070(b)(2) and 21.23.070(b)(3), and Section
21.14.110(b)(6)(iii) may be modified to fit the development conditions. Modifications shall be only be permitted on a Development Area basis and not for each individual lot.
Modifications of any Development Area building envelope height restrictions shall be reviewed and approved by the Planning Commission and incorporated into the projects approved
Conditional Use Permit in accordance with the provisions of Section
21.06.040(c)(1).
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The number of units currently approved within this designation is 1,352 units. The Vintage Country Club is currently approved for 1,102 units and the Reserve at Hidden Valley is approved for 250 units.
Approximately 491 acres (273 acres in the Vintage Country Club and 218 acres in the Reserve at Hidden Valley) of this base zonePlanning Area 11 are designated for golf course usage by the Golf Course Overlayand Recreation Zone. Thus, the acreage subject to actual development in accordance with the base zonePlanning Area 11 designation is the base zonePlanning Area 11 acreage minus the golf course overlayand recreation zone acreage.
Subarea 11.1 currently is approved for 1,102 units on approximately 883.0 acres, which yields an average density of 1.3 du/ac.
Subarea 11.3 within the City of Indian Wells is currently approved for 250 fee simple residential dwelling units on approximately 393 acres, which yields an average density of 0.636 du/ac.
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(Ord. 387 § 1, 1996; Ord. 414 § 1, 1997; Ord. 418 § 1, 1997; Ord. 473 § 1, 2000; Ord. 606 § 1, 2007; Ord. 686 § 2, 2015)
§ 21.14.120. Planning Area 12 (Highway 111 Beautification and Improvement Planning Area).
The Highway 111 Beautification and Improvement Planning Area extends approximately four (4) miles along Highway 111 from Palm Desert on the west to Point Happy in the City of La Quinta to the east (see Map below). For detailed information on the Highway 111 Overlay Zone Development Standards, refer to Chapter 21.45 of the Zoning Code.
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CHAPTER 21.40
GOLF COURSE OVERLAYAND RECREATION ZONE DEVELOPMENT
STANDARDS
§ 21.40.010. General.
(a) This Chapter contains the regulations for the Golf Course Over ay and Recreation Zone established by the City. The regulations of this Chapter shall apply to all properties within the Golf and Recreation Zones within the City, except as modified by standards and regulations pertaining to the planning area in which the development is located, in accordance with Section 21.12.010(b) of this Title.
(b) Except as otherwise provided in this Chapter, development within the Golf and Recreation Zone shall comply with the development standards of Chapter 21.23, including, but not limited to, lot dimensions, setbacks, and building height. In the event of any conflict between Chapter 21.23 and this Chapter, the provisions of this Chapter shall govern. Nothing in this subsection shall be interpreted to authorize residential uses prohibited by Section 21.40.030. (c) Except as provided in this Chapter, development standards, performance standards, and all other applicable provisions of the Municipal Code shall continue to an
(Ord. 387 § 1, 1996)
ly.
§ 21.40.020. Purpose.
The purpose of this overlaythe Golf and Recreation Zzone is to iensure the long-term continuity of the various golf courses within the City as operating golf courses..- to allow both public and private golf course operations inclusive of accessory structures and ancillary facilities associated with the o Deration and maintenance of a golf course, and to allow compatible, supportive recreational uses customarily associated with golf and recreation facilities while maintaining compatibility with surrounding neighborhoods and planned development patterns.This zone s ial_ be applied as an overlay zone on the es -ab_ished go_f courses, and any new courses established in the future, coterminous with the boundaries of the overlaid golf course. (Ord. 387 § 1, 1996)
§ 21.40.030. Permitted uses.
(a) Only uses and facilities directly related thereto, customarily incidental to, and o berated in conjunction with which are necessary for the operation and maintenance of the subject golf course or golf clubhouse facility shall be permitted in this district. within the Golf and Recreation Zone, subject to Section 21.40.040 of this Chanter, and are limited to the following:
(a) Primary Use
(1) Public or Private Golf Courses as defined by Section 21.08.260 (b) Accessory golf course uses
(1) Ancillary golf facilities as defined by Section 21.08.062
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(2) Maintenance or operations facilities
(3) Country club clubhouse facilities
(4) Golf practice area as defined by Section 21.08.261
(c) Supportive country club and golf recreational uses
(1) Supportive country club and golf recreational uses as defined by Section
21.08.171
(2) Bocce ball and similar low -intensity outdoor recreation amenities (3) Fitness, wellness, and similar recreation -support facilities customarily associated with golf and recreation operations
(4) Passive recreation amenities such as walking paths, seating/view areas, and landscape and open -space features, or similar uses. (d) Prohibited Uses
(1) Gamified commercial entertainment enterprises including but not limited to Topgolf-type facilities, miniature golf, and other golf-themed commercial entertainment venues are prohibited.
(2) Residential uses.
(Ord. 387 § 1, 1996)
§ 21.40.040. Review and approval procedure.
The creation of any new goL course or the modification of any existing course, exc_uding in mind repair, t ie cost of w iich is in excess of five taousand dollars ($5,000), shall be in accordance with a detailed site plan approved by the City Council at a duly convened public searing.
All new development, redevelopment, remodeling, exterior modification, or change in use within the Golf and Recreation Zone shall be reviewed and approved in accordance with this Section and any other applicable provisions of this Title. Existing golf courses and related facilities shall be deemed to have complied with this Section if it wasthey were approved in conjunction with a development with an approved Master Development Plan, Conditional Use Permit and/or Variance, in accordance with the provisions of Sections 21.06.030, 21.06.040, or 21.06.050. Any subsequent development, remodeling, or modification shall comply with Chapter 21.60 and any applicable conditions of approval, and shall be subject to the review and approval requirements set forth in subsections (a) through (de) below. (a) Ministerial Review. In -kind repair, ordinary maintenance, and restoration of existing, lawfully established improvements that do not expand building footprints, intensify a use, or materially alter site design may be processed ministerially, subject to any required permits issued by the Planning or Building Departments.
(b) Architecture and Landscape Review.
(1) Before commencing construction, exterior modification, or other activities subject to Chapter 21.60 (Architecture and Landscape
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Review), the owner/applicant shall obtain Design Review approval by the appropriate Review Authority in accordance with Chapter 21.60. (2) Design Review approval shall be required prior to issuance of buildin4 permits for any structures or site improvements that are subject to Chapter 21.60.
(c) Conditional Use Permit ("CUP"). A CUP in accordance with Section 21.06.040 shall be required for any of the following:
(1) Establishment of a new golf course, or modification to the layout of an existing golf course or its customary golf features as described in Section 21.08.260; or
(2) Conversion of all or a portion of a golf course play area or golf practice area, as defined by Sections 21.08.260 & 21.08.261, to any accessory golf course use permitted by Section 21.40.030(b) or any supportive country club and golf recreational use permitted by Section
21.40.030(c); or
(3) Construction, expansion, relocation, or replacement of any ancillary golf facility, maintenance or operations facility, clubhouse facility, golf practice area, or supportive recreational use, other than work eligible for Ministerial Review in accordance with subsection 21.40.040(a); or (4) Any expansion or operational change determined by the Director of Community Development to be a ma'or revision or modification that warrants discretionary review for compatibility, operational impacts, or public welfare considerations.
Minor revisions or modifications to an approved CUP may be approved administratively where eligible in accordance with subsection 21.06.040(g). (d) Where both Design Review and a CUP are required, the CUP shall be obtained first or concurrently, and final building permit plans shall be consistent with both the approved CUP and the approved Design Review application. (Ord. 387 § 1, 1996)
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§ 21.48.020. Purpose.
The purpose of this overlay is to regulate the construction, placement, and modification of wireless communication facilities; to allow the providers of wireless communications services to provide such services to the community effectively and efficiently while minimizing the total number and overall impact of additional towers; to encourage collocation, the use of attached facilities, and the use of appropriate public and semi- public properties where possible; to require designs and parameters compatible with adjacent land uses; to promote long-range planning and cooperation between property owners, the wireless communications services providers and the City; and to protect the public health, safety, and general welfare of the community.
The City shall utilize the Telecommunications Overlay Zone to encourage new commercial antennas and wireless communication facilities to locate in the Resort Commercial (RC), and Sports Complex (SPX), and Golf and Recreation (GR) zones.
These two zones offer the telecommunications industry opportunities for new commercial antennas and wireless communication facilities to be developed that meet the needs of the industry while, at the same time, maintaining the aesthetic standards of the City.
§ 21.48.030. Location of the Telecommunications Overlay Zone.
The Telecommunications Overlay shall apply to the Sports Complex Zone (Chapter 321.35), and the Resort Commercial Zone (Chapter 21.34), and within gated communities with a clubhouse facility in the Golf and Recreation Zone (Chapter 21.40). § 21.48.040. Applicability.
The standards and regulations of the Telecommunications Overlay shall apply to new commercial antennas and wireless communication facilities that are proposed within the Sports Complex and the Resort Commercial Zones. The standards and regulations of this Telecommunications Overlay shall also apply to new commercial antennas and wireless communication facilities proposed within the Golf and Recreation Zone, as provided in Section 21.48.080, within gated communities with a clubhouse facility. § 21.48.050. Review and approval procedures.
New commercial antennas and wireless communication facilities in the Sports Complex and Resort Commercial Zones, subject to the Telecommunications Overlay, are provided with a two -track review and approval process depending upon the nature of the proposal: administrative review and the full public review. Commercial antennas and wireless communication facilities proposed pursuant to Section 21.48.080 shall be subject to requirements of subsection (c) below.
(a) Administrative Review. Commercial antenna and wireless communication facilities that comply with the development standards specified in Sections
21.48.060 or 21.48.070, are subject to the Administrative Review Process noted in Section 21.90.060(d)(3).
(b) Full Public Review. Commercial antenna and wireless communication facilities
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that do not comply with the standards set forth in Sections 21.48.060 or 21.48.070 or are proposed to exceed the height standards shall be required to obtain a Conditional Use Permit, per Section 21.06.040f0.
(b)(c) Telecommunication Overlay Zone applied to the Golf and Recreation Zone within gated communities with a clubhouse facility. Commercial antenna and wireless communication facilities proposed pursuant to Section 21.48.080 shall be required to obtain a Conditional Use Permit and shall be subject to the Full Public Review Process in accordance with Section 21.06.040 and Section
21.90.060(d)(2).
(c)(d) Submittal Requirements. Shall be the same as specified in Section 21.90.060 of the Antenna Ordinance.
§ 21.48.080. Development standards —Telecommunications Overlay Zone applied to Residential Very Low Density Zone with a Golf and Recreation Zone Course Overlay within gated communities with a clubhouse facility Telecommunications Overlay Zone.
The goals of allowing the placement of wireless facilities within a gated community are to improve wireless communication coverage and capacity to the residents of Indian Wells. The intention is to: 1) require commercial antennas and wireless communication facilities to be sited in a manner that minimizes the visual impact of these facilities, 2) promote wireless communications facilities that are compatible with surrounding land uses, 3) protect the beauty of the natural environment by minimizing the potential visual blight of wireless communication facilities to the greatest extent possible, and 4) safeguard the health, safety, general welfare, and property values of the community.
Commercial antenna and wireless communication facilities are encouraged to locate within a clubhouse facility that can be designed to blend in with the buildings to meet both the technical requirements of the telecommunications industry and the aesthetic values of the community.
(a) Location. It is the intent of the Residentia Very Low Density Zone with a Golf and Recreation Zone within gated communities with a clubhouse facility Course Overlay to allow a Telecommunications Overlay Zone that would permit new telecommunication facilities to integrate with the clubhouse structures to take advantage of the height these structures provide and to minimize aesthetic impacts.
As such, the following review processes shall apply in the Golf and Recreation Zone within gated communities with a clubhouse facilityResidentia Very Low Density Zone wit 1 a Golf Course Overlay:
(1) Commercial antenna and wireless communications facilities shall be subject to the Conditional Use Permit Review process, as described in Sections
21.06.040 and 21.90.060(2):
(b) Height. Commercial antenna and wireless communications facilities shall not exceed the maximum height of the golf clubhouse where the facility is located in the Residenia_ Very Low Density Zone with a Go_f Course OverlayGolf and Recreation Zone.
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(c) Exception to Height Standards. Commercial antennas and wireless communication facilities may exceed the maximum height standards set forth in Section
21.48.080(a) under the following conditions:
(1) The Applicant shall provide plans that fully screen the proposed facility from the view of surrounding properties and the public view unless it is co -located with existing facilities or structures. The communication facilities shall not create substantial visual, noise or thermal impacts and must be consistent with the character of the surrounding development, and;
(2) The Applicant provides substantial evidence that there are no existing structures or freestanding wireless communication facilities within the geographic area of sufficient height to meet the Applicant's requirements and the deficiency in height cannot be remedied at a reasonable cost, and; The Applicant provides substantial evidence that the extra height is necessary to avoid electromagnetic interference with other structures including existing wireless communications facilities within the geographic area, and; (4) The Applicant provides written documentation, to the satisfaction of the Planning Commission/City Council, that the extra height is necessary to allow for future rearrangement of antennas and/or to accept additional antennas of other service providers, and;
(3)
The Applicant's proposal complies with the design standards set forth in Section
21.48.080(e) and that the extended height shall integrate into the existing club house architecture so as not to appear as an addition to the structure. (d) Setbacks. Commercial antennas and wireless communication facilities shall comply with the setbacks prescribed in the base -zoning district except as described in Section 21.90.060(2) of the Antenna Ordinance. (e) Design Standards. In addition to the requirements of Section 21.90.060(4) of the Antenna Ordinance, the following standards shall apply:
(1) Building mounted antennas and any ancillary equipment shall be in scale and architecturally integrated with the building design in such a manner as to be visually unobtrusive. Screening may include designs such as locating the facility within attics, steeples, towers, behind and below parapets, or concealed within a new architectural addition to a building or structure which is architecturally compatible with the building.
(2) When viewed directly against a building wall, colors and materials of the antennas shall match the existing building. Antennas attached to the building shall be painted or otherwise treated to match the exterior of the building or the antenna's background color.
Roof -mounted equipment and antennas shall be located as far away as feasible and aesthetically desirable from the edge of the building. All commercial antenna and wireless communication facilities that are visible at five (5) feet above ground level, three hundred (300) feet from the base of the building shall incorporate appropriate techniques to (3)
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camouflage or disguise the facility, and/or blend it into the surrounding environment unless evidence, acceptable to the Planning Commission shows that such camouflaging is infeasible. All such roof -mounted equipment must be architecturally compatible with the building. (4) Building mounted antenna and any ancillary equipment shall not interfere with views from neighboring properties.
Antenna and Wireless Communication Facilities
All commercial antenna and wireless communication facilities must be designed and located to minimize their visibility to the greatest extent feasible, considering technological requirements, by means of placement, screening, and camouflage.
Based on potential aesthetic impact, the order of preference for facility type is: facade mounted, roof mounted, ground mounted, and freestanding tower. Below are examples of acceptable and unacceptable building and roof treatments.
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Bell towerFlag pole Roof mounted flag pole
Examples of acceptable disguised towers
Facade mounted antennas
Chimneys
Examples of acceptable building treatments
Louvers on facade
Custom steeple
Examples of acceptable building treatments
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Roof mounted antenna
Examples of acceptable roof treatments
The City's Antenna Ordinance contains specific standards regarding the location and design of commercial antenna and wireless communication facilities within the City of Indian Wells. Specific questions regarding these standards should be directed to a Planning Department representative.
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Examples of unacceptable roof treatments
(Ord. 525 § 1, 2002)
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ATTACHMENT #7
RESOLUTION NO. PC 2026-01
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF INDIAN WELLS, CALIFORNIA, RECOMMENDING
THAT THE CITY COUNCIL ADOPT AN ORDINANCE
AMENDING TITLE 21 OF THE CITY OF INDIAN WELLS
MUNICIPAL CODE TO CLARIFY EXISTING REGULATIONS
UNDER THE GOLF COURSE OVERLAY ZONE AND ENSURE
GENERAL PLAN CONSISTENCY; AND FINDING THE
ACTION TO BE EXEMPT FROM CEQA UNDER CEQA
GUIDELINES § 15061(b)(3).
WHEREAS, the City of Indian Wells, California ("City") is a municipal corporation, duly organized under the constitution and laws of the State of California; and WHEREAS, California Government Code Section 65800 et seq. authorizes the adoption and administration of zoning laws, ordinances, rules, and regulations by cities as a means of implementing the General Plan; and
WHEREAS, the City has the authority under Article 11, Section 5 of the California Constitution and the City Charter to make, amend, and enforce all ordinances and regulations with respect to municipal affairs;
WHEREAS, the City desires and intends to amend the Indian Wells Zoning and Municipal Code to clarify, organize, and restate existing regulations and the City's administration of golf and country club sites to better implement and enforce the intent of the Municipal Code and ensure consistency between the City's General Plan and Zoning Code, as required by state law; and
WHEREAS, notice of a public hearing of the Planning Commission of the City to consider the amendments was given in accordance with applicable law; and WHEREAS, on March 26, 2026, the Planning Commission held a duly -noticed public hearing to consider the attached Ordinance; and
WHEREAS, all legal prerequisites to the adoption of this Resolution have occurred.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF INDIAN WELLS DOES RESOLVE, DETERMINE, FIND, AND ORDER AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. Incorporation. The recitals above are true and correct and are each incorporated by reference and adopted as findings by the Planning Commission.
SECTION 2. CEQA. The Planning Commission recommends that the City Council find that this ordinance is not subject to the California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA") pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3), as there is no possibility that the activity in question will have a significant effect on the environment, as the proposed amendments merely clarify and restate existing regulation and the City's existing interpretation and application of the
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City of Indian Wells
Resolution No. PC 2026-01
same. The proposed amendments are textual and organizational in nature, do not change zoning map boundaries, do not approve construction or site disturbance, and do not establish new entitlements for any physical development that will contribute to physical changes in the environment. Future development proposals remain subject to applicable discretionary review and environmental review, as required by law.
SECTION 3. General Plan. The Planning Commission hereby finds that the adoption of the Ordinance is consistent with the General Plan pursuant to Government Code section 65860.
SECTION 4. Recommendation. Given the foregoing, and based on the entire record before the Planning Commission, the Planning Commission hereby recommends that the City Council adopt the Ordinance attached hereto as Exhibit "A." SECTION 5. Effective Date. This Resolution takes effect immediately upon adoption.
Section 6. Certification; Records. The Community Development Director shall attest as to the adoption of this Resolution and cause the same to be maintained in the permanent records of the City.
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED by the Planning Commission of the City of Indian Wells, California, at a regular meeting held on this 26th day of March 2026.
KEN WELCH
CHAIR
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City of Indian Wells
Resolution No. PC 2026-01
CERTIFICATION FOR RESOLUTION NO. PC 2026-01
I, Jon Berg, Community Development Director of the City of Indian Wells, California, DO HEREBY CERTIFY that the whole number of the members of the Planning Commission is five (5); that the above and foregoing Resolution was duly and regularly passed and adopted at a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Indian Wells on the 26th day of March, 2026, by the following vote:
AYES: Bouffard, Schubert, Welch
NOES: Laks
EXCUSED: Snellenberger
ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM:
JON BERG
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
DANIEL TREVINO II for
BEST, BEST, & KRIEGER LLP,
CITY ATTORNEY
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Resolution No. PC 2026-01
Exhibit "A" of Ordinance
Zoning Regulations
[Attached]
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Resolution No. PC 2026-01
Exhibit "A"
Zoning Regulations
Section 21.08.260 is hereby amended to read as follows:
§ 21.08.260. Golf course.
"Golf course" shall mean a lot or portion of a lot designed and used primarily for playing golf that contains the golf course play area, including pitch and putt courses. The term shall include:
(1) "Golf course play area" shall mean the portions of the golf course site maintained and used for the play of golf and shall consist only of fairways, tees, putting greens, roughs, sand bunkers, cart paths, and lakes.
(2) A "golf course" shall include golf practice areas operated in conjunction with the golf course on the same site as defined by Section 21.08.261.
The following Sections and definitions will be added to Chapter 21.08. § 21.08.261. Golf Practice Area.
"Golf practice area" shall mean an area designed and used for practicing the game of golf and shall consist of one or more of the following: practice putting greens, chipping areas, bunkers, and driving ranges. A "golf practice area" is a facility that is accessory to and operated in conjunction with a golf course or golf clubhouse facility on the same site. A golf practice area does not include gamified, commercial entertainment enterprises, including but not limited to: Topgolf-type facilities, miniature golf, or other similar golf- themed commercial entertainment venues.
§ 21.08.062. Ancillary golf facilities.
"Ancillary golf facilities" shall mean accessory uses and facilities that are directly related to the operation and maintenance of a golf course and that are located on the same site as, and operated in conjunction with, a golf course or golf clubhouse facility. "Ancillary golf facilities" include, but are not limited to: a clubhouse, pro shop, golf merchandise store, maintenance and operations facilities, cart barns,; equipment and materials storage; restrooms; snack -shacks, restaurants, and similar limited food and beverage service located within a clubhouse or golf facility; locker rooms; meeting or event spaces located within a clubhouse or golf facility; golf instruction or training facilities; and parking areas.
§ 21.08.171. Supportive Country Club and Golf Recreational Uses. "Supportive country club and golf recreational uses" shall mean recreational uses and facilities that are customarily incidental and operated in conjunction with a country club or
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golf clubhouse facility on the same site. Supportive recreational uses include, but are not limited to: racquet or paddle sports courts and related facilities; bocce ball; shuffleboard; swimming pools and spas and related deck seating areas; walking paths; and similar recreation amenities associated with country clubs and golf courses.
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Chapter 21.12 is hereby amended to read as follows:
CHAPTER 21.12
ESTABLISHMENT OF LAND USE CATEGORIES, PLANNING AREAS AND
OVERLAY ZONES
§ 21.12.010. Organization.
The zoning in the City utilizes three (3) different components: land use categories (also referred to as designations), planning areas, and overlay zones. Each of the components serves a distinct function. These functions are discussed below:
(a) Land Use Categories. The first component of the zoning is the land use category. Land use categories are used to provide precise development standards and use regulations. This component establishes basic land use categories, each of which has a set of standards and regulations.
The land use categories apply to specific parcels of land. Development of land within each category must meet all the requirements relating to that category, except as modified by the standards and regulations pertaining to the planning area in which the land is located. The zoning map of the City depicts the application of the land use categories.
(b) Planning Areas. The second component of the zoning is the planning area.
This component establishes planning areas consistent with established private communities (e.g. Vintage Country Club and Desert Horizons), master planned resort developments (e.g. Indian Wells Golf Resort), and contiguous neighborhoods with common planning and use issues.
The planning areas are comprised of contiguous properties having significant and definable inter -related planning and land use issues which require uniform resolution in order to insure basic fairness in application and administrative economy.
Each planning area is subject to the land use requirements and development standards otherwise applicable under this Title, except as specifically modified by regulations pertaining to the particular planning area. In the event of any conflict between the standards and regulations pertaining to a particular planning area and those otherwise applicable under this Title, the former shall govern.
Planning areas and the development standards specially pertaining to each are set forth in Chapter 21.14. The boundaries of the planning areas are identified in Chapter 21.14.
(c)
Overlay Zones. The third component of the zoning is the overlay zone. This component establishes special regulations which are applied to defined
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areas of specific concern, regardless of the underlying land use category.
These regulations take precedence over the other regulations of this Title, except as otherwise indicated by the specific regulations pertaining to a planning area.
(Ord. 387 § 1, 1996)
§ 21.12.020. Land use categories.
The following chart shows a listing of the land use categories established by this division. The land use categories established by this division are defined and labeled in the chart. The label is used for identification and reference.
LAND USE CATEGORIES - CHART
CATEGORY
DEVELOPMENT DEVELOPMENT
LABEL DESIGNATION STANDARD CHARACTERISTIC
Residential
NPR Natural Preserve 1 du/40 gross acres Privately owned lands in the Santa Rosa Mountain
range along the southern
half of City. Limited
residential development is
permitted subject to
restrictions of a Hillside
Management Ordinance.
Residential RVLD Very Low Density 1-3 du/gross acre Single family detached homes on large lots, often
custom designed.
Residential
Residential
RLD Low Density 3.1-4.5 du/gross Single family
acre detached
subdivisions.
RMD Medium Density 4.6 7.0 du/gross Small lot, detached and/or acre attached single family
dwellings.
Residential
RMHD Medium High 7.1-12.0 du/gross Lower density town
Density acre homes, condominiums
and apartments. Would
accommodate congregate
housing facilities for
seniors.
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LAND USE CATEGORIES - CHART
CATEGORY
LABEL
DEVELOPMENT DEVELOPMENT
DESIGNATION STANDARD CHARACTERISTIC
Open Space
GR/ CELL
Telecommunicat
ions
Overlay
See Section
21.48.080
Commercial antenna per
Section
21.48.080 that allows
consideration of wireless
facilities within gated
communities with a
clubhouse facility in the
Golf and Recreation Zone.
Commercial
CC
Community
Commercial
0.75 FAR*
A wide range of facilities,
including grocery stores,
retail shops and
restaurants, resorts, and
services, such as dry
cleaners and shoe repair.
Commercial
RC
Resort Commercial 0.25 FAR*
Resort hotels, resort
complexes, and ancillary
tourist commercial uses
and condo -hotels.
Commercial
PO Professional Office
Public/Quasi
Public
PB
0.50 FAR*
Administrative and
professional offices such as
financial institutions,
medical/dental offices, law
offices, and related
commercial facilities.
Public Benefit 8.0-24.0 du/gross
acre in "residential
area"
A limited range of uses
providing public benefits,
including affordable
housing and supporting
uses, such as public park,
recreation, open space,
and parking.
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LAND USE CATEGORIES - CHART
CATEGORY
DEVELOPMENT DEVELOPMENT
LABEL DESIGNATION STANDARD CHARACTERISTIC
Public/Quasi
Public
PF
Public Facilities Civic Center and otherS
publicly -owned facilities.
Public/Quasi
Public
Open Space
PP
Public Parks/
Recreation
GR
Golf and
Recreatio
n
Publicly -owned parks.
Chapter 21.40
Open Space
WC Watercourse
Public and private golf course
facilities and related ancillary
golf facilities, golf practice areas,
and supportive recreational uses
regulated by Chapter 21.40.
Areas subject to flood hazard
(see definition, Section
21.08.477).
Open Space POS Public -Owned
Open Space
Open Space
COS Country Club Open
Space
Publicly owned open space
lands. Comprised predominantly
of Federal, State, and City -owned
lands in the Santa Rosa
Mountains.
Privately owned deed -restricted
open space land.
Senior Housing
SHO Senior Housing
Overlay
Affordable
Housing
AHO
Affordable
Housing Overlay
Overlay zone applied to sites
proposed for senior housing
proj ects.
Special Study Area SSAO Special Study Area
Overlay
Overlay zone applied to sites
proposed for affordable housing
projects.
Overlay zone that allows
alternative land use
consideration on sites that offer
unique planning and/or
economic opportunities.
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§ 21.12.030. Land use matrix.
This Section includes a matrix which lists the uses and indicates whether or not each use is permitted (P) or conditional (C) in each land use category. Prohibited uses are represented by an (X). Conditional uses listed in this section must be applied for in accordance with Section 21.06.040, Conditional Use Permits. In the event any of the prohibitions of uses set forth is held invalid or inapplicable for any reason whatsoever, then such use shall be categorized by the Community Development Director and declared subject to a Conditional Use Permit. See Land Use Matrix Table on the following pages.
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LAND USE MATRIX TABLE
RESIDENTIAL
COMMERCIAL
PUBLIC
TYPE NPR RVLD RLD RMD RMHD CC RC OP SPX PB PF PP WC POS GR Accessory Structures
C
P
P
P
P
C
C
C
C
P
P
P
C
C
C
Agriculture
C
C
C
C
C
C
C
C
X
C
C
C
C
C C
Amusement Arcades
X
X
X
X
X
X
C
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Amusement Park
X
X
X
X
X
X
C
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Antennas, Commercial
X
X
X
X
X
C
C
C
C
C
C
C
X
X
X
Antennas, Commercial
(GR w/in Gated
Communities w/
Clubhouse Facility)
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
C
Antennas, Residential
X
C
C
C
C
C
C
C
X
C
C
C
X
X
X
Auto Service Stations
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Bar, Tavern, Cocktail
Lounge
X
X
X
X
X
X
C
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Boarding House/Rooming
House
X
X
X
X
X
C
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Caretakers Quarters
C
C
C
C
C
C
C
C
C
X
C
X
X
C X
Churches
X
X
X
X
X
C
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Cigar Club, including with
on -site alcohol sales
X
X
X
X
X
C
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Clinics
X
X
X
X
X
C
X
C
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Condominium Hotels
X
X
X
X
X
X
C
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Hotel Conversion to
Condominium
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Conference/Convention
Facility
X
X
X
X
X
X
C
X
C
X
X
X
X
X
X
Convalescent Home
X
X
X
X
X
C
X
C
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
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TYPE
RESIDENTIAL
NPR RVLD RLD RMD RMHD
LAND USE MATRIX TABLE
COMMERCIAL
RC OP
CC
SPX
PB
PF
PUBLIC
PP WC
POS
GR
Country Clubs/Golf
Courses
C
C
C
C
C
C
C
X
X
X
X
X
C
X
C
Day Care Center
X
X
X
C
C
C
C
C
X
C
C
X
X
X
X
Emergency Generator
15,000 Kilowatt or Less
X
P
P
P
P
X
X
X
X
P
X
X
X
X
C
Government Facilities
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
C
C
X
C
C
X
C
X
Fraternal and Service
Clubs
X
X
X
X
X
C
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Health Clubs
X
X
X
X
X
C
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Hospitals
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Hotel/Resort Hotel
X
X
X
X
X
C
C
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Large Family Day Care
X
C
C
C
C
C
X
X
X
C
X
X
X
X
X
Library
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
C
X
X
X
X
Limited Deli
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
C
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Manufactured Structures
P
P
P
P
P
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Museums/Art Galleries
X
X
X
X
X
C
C
C
C
X
C
C
X
X
X
Non -Commercial Banks
X
X
X
X
X
C
X
C
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Offices—Admin/
Business/Professional
X
X
X
X
X
C
C
C
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Private Educational
Facilities
X
X
X
X
X
C
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Public Parking
X
X
X
X
X
P
P
P
P
P
P
X
X
X
X
Recreational Facilities/
Non -Commercial
X
C
C
C
C
X
X
X
X
P
C
C
X
X
C
Residential/Attached
X
C
C
P
P
X
X
X
X
P
X
X
X
X
X
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TYPE
RESIDENTIAL
NPR RVLD RLD RMD RMHD
LAND USE MATRIX TABLE
COMMERCIAL
RC OP
CC
SPX
PB
PF
PUBLIC
PP WC
POS
GR
Residential/Cluster
Development
C
C
C
C
C
X
X
X
X
P
X
X
X
X
X
Residential/Second Units
P
P
P
P
P
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Residential/Single Family
Detached
C
P
P
P
P
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Restaurants/Sit Down
X
X
X
X
X
C
C
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Retail and Service
Businesses
X
X
X
X
X
C
C
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Small Family Day Care
X
P
P
P
P
X
X
X
X
P
X
X
X
X
X
Sports Complex
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
C
X
X
X
X
X
X
Theater (Motion Picture
Theater)
X
X
X
X
X
C
C
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Utility Buildings &
Facilities
C
C
C
C
C
C
C
C
C
C
C
C
X
X
X
Vehicle Sales/Service
X
X
X
X
X
C
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Wind Turbines
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Uses defined in Chapter
5.24 of this Code,
including bathhouses,
escort services,
introductory services, and
massage parlors
X
X
X
X
X
C
C
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
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TYPE
LAND USE MATRIX TABLE
RESIDENTIAL COMMERCIAL PUBLIC
NPR RVLD RLD RMD RMHD CC RC OP SPX PB PF PP WC POS GR
Uses defined in Chapter X X X X X C C X X X X X X X X
5.30, Sexually Oriented
Businesses, including
adult arcade, adult cabaret,
adult bookstore, adult
motel, adult motion
picture theater, adult
theater, nude model
studio, sexual encounter
establishment
Ord. 387 § 1, 1996; Ord. 399 § 2, 1997; Ord. 403 § 4, 1997; Ord. 448 § 3, 1999; Ord. 483 § 2, 2001; Ord. 537 § 1, 2003; Ord. 525 § 3, 2002; Ord. 584 § 2, 2006; Ord. 605 § 1, 2007; Ord. 606 § 1, 2007; Ord. 626 § 1, 2009; Ord. 650 § 2, 2011; Ord. 665 § 1, 2013; Ord. 702 § 1, 2017; Ord. 734 § 3, 2021; Ord. 753, 6/20/2024)
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§ 21.12.040. Overlay zones.
The following overlay zones have been established by the City:
(a) Telecommunications. This overlay zone shall apply to properties within the Sports Complex Zone, Resort Commercial Zone, and within gated communities with a clubhouse facility in the Golf and Recreation Zone, in accordance with Chapter 21.48 of this Title. The zones offer the telecommunications industry opportunities for new commercial antennas and wireless communications facilities to be developed that meet both the needs of the industry while maintaining aesthetic standards of the City. The Telecommunications Overlay Zone establishes additional regulations governing commercial antennas and wireless communications facilities, including location, siting, design, and review requirements, and shall be implemented in accordance with Chapter 21.48 and Chapter 21.90 of this Title.
(b) Affordable Housing. This overlay zone shall apply to residential properties only and shall indicate the City Council's intent to utilize the developer incentives programs for the development of affordable housing projects as set forth in Government Code Section 65915.
The City Council intends to negotiate development incentives with developers proposing affordable housing projects that contribute to meeting the City's affordable housing responsibility. The overlay zone shall be applied to specific sites, in accordance with Section 21.06.020, Zone Change.
The City Council will review with the prospective developer(s) the following matters as incentives:
(1) Fast track processing of development plans;
(2) Waiver of City fees;
(3) Land purchase subsidization;
(4) Land acquisition and assembly;
(5) Subsidizing of development costs;
(6) Construction loan and/or permanent loan subsidization, directly or indirectly; (7) Purchase mortgage assistance;
(8) Renter assistance;
(9) Direct City ownership and/or management;
(10) Relaxation of City standards, including density increases of up to twenty (20) units per acre in the low and medium density residential zones; (11) Combinations of the above; and
(12) Additional valid proposals submitted.
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(c) Senior Housing. This overlay zone shall apply to residential properties only and shall indicate the City Council's intent to utilize the developer incentives programs, negotiated on an individual basis with prospective developers, to provide for senior citizen housing in the City. The overlay zone shall be applied to specific sites, in accordance with Section 21.06.020, Zone Change.
The City Council will review with the prospective developer(s) the following matters as incentives:
(1) Fast track processing of development plans;
(2) Waiver of City fees;
(3) Land purchase subsidization;
(4) Land acquisition and assembly;
(5) Subsidizing of development costs;
(6) Construction loan and/or permanent loan subsidization, directly or indirectly; (7) Purchase mortgage assistance;
(8) Renter assistance;
(9) Direct City ownership and/or management;
(10) Relaxation of City standards, including density increases; (11) Combinations of the above; and
(12) Additional valid proposals submitted.
(d) Special Study Area. This overlay zone shall apply to properties that offer the City unique planning and/or economic opportunities. The overlay zone shall be applied to properties in accordance with Section 21.06.020, Zone Change. The overlay zone establishes the City Council's intent to review alternative land use proposals that differ from those permitted by the base zone.
(e) Highway 111. This overlay zone applies to properties within Planning Area 12, as provided in Chapter 21.45. The purpose of this overlay zone is to coordinate and provide regulations for properties located within Planning Area 12 to ensure that parkway, median landscape designs and any other improvements provide a unique identity of the City of Indian Wells, and Create an appropriate landscape buffer between Highway 111 and Adjacent developments.
(Ord. 387 § 1, 1996; Ord. 606 § 1, 2007; Ord. 674 § 2, 2013) § 21.12.050. Adoption of zoning map.
That certain map entitled "Official Zoning Map of the City of Indian Wells, California," the original of which map is on file with the City Clerk, is adopted as the official zoning map of the City and by this reference made a part of this Title. The zones and boundaries of the zones as set forth on the map, are established and adopted as shown in the map.
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(Ord. 387 § 1, 1996)
§ 21.12.060. Boundary questions.
In the event a dispute arises or ambiguity appears as to the exact location of the boundary line of any district, the following rules shall be applied in determining the exact location of such lines:
(a) Where the boundary line as shown on the map is on, or approximately on, or in close proximity to, the boundary of private property, or the same abuts any public street, then such line shall be deemed to be such boundary of such property line as the same now exists.
(b) Where the boundary line traverses through private property and is located on or approximately on, or in close proximity and parallel to, boundary lines dividing property in different ownerships, or separating separate parcels according to any duly recorded subdivision map, then such lines shall be deemed to be located on such boundary lines separating separate ownerships or on the boundary lines of separate parcels according to such subdivision map.
(Ord. 387 § 1, 1996)
§ 21.12.070. Transitional and supportive housing.
(a) Transitional housing and supportive housing are considered a residential use of property and are subject to those restrictions that apply to other residential dwellings of the same type in the same zone, in accordance with Government Code Section 65583, subdivision (c)(3).
(b) Supportive housing is a use by right in all zones where multifamily and mixed uses are permitted, in accordance with Government Code Title 7, Division 1, Chapter 3, Article 11 (commencing with Section 65650).
(Ord. 734 § 3, 2021)
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Chapter 21.14 is hereby amended to read as follows:
CHAPTER 21.14
PLANNING AREAS
§ 21.14.010. Planning Area 1 (Racquet Club Drive Area).
This residential area is divided into four (4) subareas, as shown on the map following this Section. Three (3) of the subareas are homogeneous residential clusters and the fourth is a part of the hillside area.
Racquet Club Drive is a private roadway which is maintained by the Master Access Easement Association.
(a) Subarea 1.1. The northernmost portion of this subarea is the established Casa Rosada master planned neighborhood with an active homeowners' association, zoned Very Low Density. The northernmost portion of this subarea is within the Planning Area 12, and is subject to the requirements of Section 21.45.
This subarea straddles a portion of the Deep Canyon Flood Channel zoned Watercourse. This flood channel at once divides and unites this subarea in that the City policy of improving these channels requires a uniform planning and zoning treatment on either side of the channel.
The portion of the subarea south of the channel is a more recently developed tract known as Monte Sereno Estates and is zoned Very Low Density.
(b) Subarea 1.2. This subarea is a collection of several tracts developed at different times which are unified by proximity, their single common access and their participation in the Master Access Easement Association, described above. The subarea is zoned Low Density.
(c) Subarea 1.3.
(1)
Area (a) is a part of the original Indian Wells Racquet Club development made up of multiple clusters of attached units and is zoned Medium High Density. Within this subarea is the Sweetwater Condoshare. This time share development of forty-four (44) units is registered with the City as Palm Springs Condoshare Project 1.
(2) Area (b) is zoned Very Low Density. It was part of the original Indian Wells Racquet Club development which had contained an autonomous, commercially operated, members only tennis club facility operated as part of the Indian Wells Racquet Club.
The subarea, known as Cove Point, is a planned development employing cluster housing, in accordance with an approved Conditional
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Use Permit, CUP No. 2-96-2. This subarea is governed by an active homeowners association.
The following development standards shall be modified from the development standards of the RVLD zone for this subarea. The development standards of the RVLD zone shall apply if not specifically modified below:
(i) An errant golf ball screen or other similar such structure or device shall not be placed, built or erected along any fairway property line or within any adjacent area or yard open to a golf course.
(ii) Any construction of new structures or parts thereof, in any private yard areas, exclusive use areas, or common areas, with the exception of patio covers, shall be prohibited. (iii) All structures shall maintain the following minimum setbacks:
From Racquet Club Drive
20 feet
Interior property line adjacent to
a golf course
10 feet
Interior property line adjacent to
other residential
10 feet
Between residential structures
10 feet
(iv) All residential structures shall maintain the following minimum setbacks from any public or private street:
Garage Door
20 feet
Buildings and structures shall not have a height
exceeding fifteen feet nine inches (15' 9") above the approved pad elevation of the building site. Chimneys shall not have a height exceeding seventeen (17) feet above the approved pad elevation of the building site, unless higher projections are required by Table 37-B of the Uniform Building Code, in which case those heights specified shall be the maximum allowable height.
Building envelope height restrictions as specified in
Zoning Code Section 21.23.070 shall apply to all structures built within the project.
(d) Subarea 1.4. This subarea is a portion of the Natural Preserve zoned area which extends along the base of the Santa Rosa Mountains at the southern boundary of the City.
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PLANNING AREA 1 (RACQUET CLUB DRIVE AREA) - CHART
MAXIMUM
GROSS ACREAGE MAXIMUM DUs DENSITY AVERAGE DENSITY
NO ILS
(NPR)
(RVLD)
(RLD)
(RMD)
(RMHD)
(CC)
(RC)
(OP)
(PF)
(PP)
(GR)
RESIDENTIAL:
Natural Preserve
Very Low Density
Low Density
Medium Density
Medium High Density
Subtotal
COMMERCIAL:
Community
Commercial
Resort Commercial
Professional Office
Subtotal
PUBLIC USE:
Public Facilities
Public Parks/
Recreation
Subtotal
OPEN SPACE:
Golf and Recreation
(COS) Country Club Open
Space
(WC) Watercourse
35.0 31.5
21.9 0.0
12.5 100.9
0.0 0.0
0.0 0.0
0.0 0.0
0.0 0.0
0.0 4.6
1.0 94.0
98.0 0.0
150.0
343.0
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
1/40
3.0 4.5
7.0 12.0
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
3.4 n.a.
n.a.
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(POS)
Public Owned Open 0.0
Space
Subtotal
n.a. n.a.
4.6 n.a.
n.a. n.a.
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PLANNING AREA 1 (RACQUET CLUB DRIVE AREA) — CHART
MAXIMUM
GROSS ACREAGE MAXIMUM DUs DENSITY AVERAGE DENSITY
NOTES
PLANNING AREA
TOTAL
OVERLAY ZONES:
(AHO) Affordable Housing
(SHO) Senior Housing
(SSAO) Special Study Area
(PA 12) Highway 111
105.5 343.0 33
0.0 0.0
0.0 1.0
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
Notes:
The number of units currently approved within this designation is 79 units.
The number of units currently approved within this designation is 70 units.
The number of units currently approved within this designation is 375 units.