Agenda packet, special meeting — La Quinta City Council, July 21, 2026 (part 1 of 4)

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CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBER | 78495 Calle Tampico, La Quinta

SPECIAL MEETING
TUESDAY, JULY 21, 2026
3:15 P.M. CLOSED SESSION | 4:00 P.M. OPEN SESSION
Members of the public may listen to this meeting live at www.laquintaca.gov/LiveMeetings.

Past meetings are available in the video archive at www.laquintaca.gov/PastMeetings. Closed captions in English and Spanish are available through this video streaming service.

In accordance with the Brown Act [Gov. Code § 54953.4; SB 707, Stats. 2025, Ch. 327] teleconference and telephonic accessibility for the public will be available; please reference the “Teleconference and Telephonic Accessibility” instructions listed at the end of the agenda. Closed captions and translation in real-time are available to all teleconference attendees through the Zoom Webinar audio-visual platform. In the event the City’s telephone or internet service is disrupted and prevents the public from attending this meeting by teleconference, the City will follow the procedures outlined in its Disruption Policy adopted by City Council Resolution No. 2026-025.

Please reference the “Public Comments – Instructions” listed at the end of the agenda detailing the process for providing verbal and written public comments.

CALL TO ORDER
Roll Call: Councilmembers: Fitzpatrick, McGarrey, Peña, Sanchez, and Mayor Evans

PUBLIC COMMENT ON MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA
At this time, members of the public may address the City Council on any matter not listed on the agenda pursuant to the “Public Comments – Instructions” listed at the end of the agenda.

The City Council values your comments; however, in accordance with state law, no action may be taken on items not listed on the published agenda unless they qualify as an emergency item authorized by the Brown Act [Gov. Code § 54954.2(b)].

CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA
City Council agendas and staff reports
are available on the City’s website at
www.LaQuintaCA.gov/PublicMeetings
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ADDED ANNOUNCEMENT –
JULY 21, 2026, CITY COUNCIL

SPECIAL MEETING NOTICE
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CLOSED SESSION

1. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.8 FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 80041 AVENUE 50, ASSESSOR’S PARCEL NUMBER: 777-010-001
CITY NEGOTIATOR: JON MCMILLEN, CITY MANAGER
NEGOTIATING PARTIES: JEFFREY ALAN COLE AND KATHY COLE
UNDER NEGOTIATION: PRICE AND TERMS OF PAYMENT

2. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.8 FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 80159 AVENUE 50, ASSESSOR’S PARCEL NUMBER: 777-010-002
CITY NEGOTIATOR: JON MCMILLEN, CITY MANAGER
NEGOTIATING PARTIES: WANDA G. REESE
UNDER NEGOTIATION: PRICE AND TERMS OF PAYMENT

3. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.8 FOR PROPERTY LOCATED ON THE

SOUTH SIDE OF CALLE TAMPICO, NORTH OF AVENIDA LA FONDA, AND EAST OF DESERT CLUB DRIVE, AND NORTH AND SOUTH SIDES OF MAIN STREET; (ASSESSOR’S PARCEL NUMBERS: 770- 123- 011, 770- 124- 010, AND 770- 124- 012) CITY NEGOTIATOR: JON MCMILLEN, CITY MANAGER
NEGOTIATING PARTY: GATHER CAPITAL
PROPERTY OWNER: CITY OF LA QUINTA
UNDER NEGOTIATION: PRICE AND TERMS OF PAYMENT

RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION
RECONVENE AT 4:00 P.M.

REPORT ON ACTION(S) TAKEN IN CLOSED SESSION

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Added item by staff noted during Confirmation of Agenda >>> ANNOUNCEMENT – JULY 21, 2026, CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING NOTICE

ANNOUNCEMENTS, PRESENTATIONS, AND WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS

1. SILVERROCK (FORMERLY TALUS) DEVELOPMENT PROJECT – STATUS UPDATE

2. INTRODUCE RIVERSIDE COUNTY FIRE DEPARTMENT BATTALION CHIEF JOHN

PHILLIPS

3. PROCLAMATION IN RECOGNITION OF OUTDOOR WORKER APPRECIATION WEEK - JULY 13-19, 2026

CONSENT CALENDAR
NOTE: Consent Calendar items are routine in nature and can be approved by one motion.

1. APPROVE SPECIAL JOINT MEETING MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL AND HOUSING AUTHORITY DATED JUNE 18, 2026

2. This item will be pulled and brought back for consideration at the August 4, 2026, regular Council meeting >>> ADOPT ORDINANCE NO. 635 ON SECOND READING AMENDING SECTIONS OF CHAPTER 3.25 OF THE LA QUINTA

MUNICIPAL CODE RELATED TO SHORT-TERM VACATION RENTALS

3. This item will be pulled and brought back for consideration at the August 4, 2026, regular Council meeting >>> ADOPT ORDINANCE NO. 636 ON SECOND READING TO APPROVE ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT 2026-0001 FOR ZONING CODE REVISIONS IN TITLE 9 OF THE LA QUINTA MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING REGULATIONS ON FENCES AND WALLS; SCREENING; YARD STRUCTURES; PROHIBITED SIGNAGE TYPES; APPLICATION TIME LIMITS; AND DEFINITIONS; CEQA: THE PROJECT IS EXEMPT FROM
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW PURSUANT TO SECTION 15061(b)(3), COMMON SENSE EXEMPTION; PROJECT: 2026 ZONING CODE UPDATES; LOCATION:

CITYWIDE; APPLICANT: CITY OF LA QUINTA

4. ADOPT RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE CITY PARTICIPATION IN THE COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE’S URBAN COUNTY PROGRAM FOR FEDERAL FISCAL YEARS 2027/28, 2028/29, AND 2029/30 [RESOLUTION NO. 2026-023]

5. AUTHORIZE OVERNIGHT TRAVEL FOR FOUR DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT

STAFF MEMBERS TO ATTEND THE AMERICAN PLANNING ASSOCIATION CALIFORNIA CHAPTER’S ANNUAL CONFERENCE IN LOS ANGELES,
CALIFORNIA, OCTOBER 3 - 6, 2026

6. AUTHORIZE OVERNIGHT TRAVEL FOR THE DEPUTY CITY CLERK TO

ATTEND THE LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES CITY CLERK DEPARTMENT LEGISLATIVE MEETINGS IN ANAHEIM, CALIFORNIA, SEPTEMBER 23, 2026

7. AUTHORIZE OVERNIGHT TRAVEL FOR THE MARKETING MANAGER TO

ATTEND TOURISM OUTREACH ACTIVATION IN SEATTLE, WASHINGTON, AUGUST 21 - 24, 2026

8. AUTHORIZE OVERNIGHT TRAVEL FOR MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS CREW LEAD TO ATTEND YEAR 2 OF CALIFORNIA PARKS AND RECREATION

SOCIETY MAINTENANCE MANAGEMENT SCHOOL IN LAKE ARROWHEAD, CALIFORNIA, NOVEMBER 2 - 6, 2026
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9. ACCEPT ON-SITE IMPROVEMENTS ASSOCIATED WITH THE DIAMANTE RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT, TRACT MAP NO. 30138, LOCATED ON THE NORTH SIDE OF AVENUE 52 WEST OF MADISON STREET
105

10. ACCEPT FISCAL YEAR 2025/26 PAVEMENT MANAGEMENT PLAN SLURRY SEAL IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT NO. 2025-02 LOCATED AT VARIOUS

LOCATIONS
107

11. APPROVE AMENDMENT NO. 4 TO AGREEMENT FOR CONTRACT SERVICES WITH RY+AO FOR MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS YARD PROJECT NO. 2018-05 FOR CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS SERVICES
111

12. APPROPRIATE ADDITIONAL FUNDING AND APPROVE AMENDMENT NO. 1

TO AGREEMENT FOR CONTRACT SERVICES WITH SYNTECH GROUP, INC

FOR MANAGED INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES
121

13. APPROPRIATE FUNDING AND APPROVE AGREEMENT FOR CONTRACT

SERVICES WITH DISABILITY ACCESS CONSULTANTS, LLC FOR AMERICANS

WITH DISABILITIES ACT COMPLIANCE ASSESSMENT AND TRANSITION

PLAN CONSULTING SERVICES
129

14. APPROVE AGREEMENTS FOR CONTRACT SERVICES WITH HERMANN

DESIGN GROUP, INC AND IN-SITE LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE, INC FOR

ON-CALL LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN SERVICES
177

15. APPROVE DECLARATION AND DISPOSAL OF SURPLUS VEHICLES AND

EQUIPMENT
247

16. RECEIVE AND FILE REVENUE AND EXPENDITURE REPORT DATED APRIL 30, 2026
313

17. APPROVE DEMAND REGISTERS DATED MAY 22, 29, AND JUNE 5, 2026 319

18. APPROVE DEMAND REGISTERS DATED JUNE 12, 19, AND 26, 2026 341

19. This item will be pulled and brought back for consideration at the August 4, 2026, regular Council meeting >>> ADOPT RESOLUTION TO: (1) RESCIND RESOLUTION NO. 2026-016 DECLARING AS SURPLUS LAND
APPROXIMATELY 0.24-ACRE PORTION OF ASSESSOR PARCEL NUMBER 773-078-034, LOCATED ALONG AVENIDA BERMUDAS IN THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, AND (2) DECLARE THE PARCEL AS EXEMPT SURPLUS LAND; CEQA: FIND THE RESCISSION AND DECLARATION

EXEMPT FROM ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW PURSUANT TO THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT GUIDELINES [RESOLUTION NO. 2026-024] 365
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1. INTRODUCE AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 2.60 OF THE LA QUINTA

MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO THE CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE [ORDINANCE NO. 637]
373

2. APPROVE AGREEMENT FOR CONTRACT SERVICES WITH JENNIFER MINCH, DBA PERFECT HOLIDAY LIGHTS FOR HOLIDAY DÉCOR AND

LIGHTING SERVICES
381

3. APPROVE AGREEMENT FOR CONTRACT SERVICES WITH SARGENT TOWN

PLANNING, INC TO PREPARE THE VISTA SANTA ROSA MASTER PLAN 417

4. RECEIVE AND FILE FISCAL YEAR 2025/26 BUDGET UPDATE REPORT AND

APPROVE THE RECOMMENDED BUDGET ADJUSTMENTS
463

STUDY SESSION
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1. DISCUSS AVENUE 52 AT JEFFERSON STREET ROUNDABOUT PROJECT NO. 2024-10 EVALUATION REPORT AND PROVIDE DIRECTION ON

PREFERRED CONCEPTUAL ALTERNATIVE
471
PUBLIC HEARINGS – None

DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS
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1. CITY MANAGER

2. CITY ATTORNEY

3. CITY CLERK - STVR PROGRAM QUARTERLY REPORT – JANUARY – MARCH 2026
623

4. COMMUNITY SERVICES

5. DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT

6. FINANCE

7. PUBLIC SAFETY
A. PUBLIC SAFETY QUARTERLY REPORT – JANUARY – MARCH 2026 633 B. SHERIFF QUARTERLY REPORT – JANUARY – MARCH 2026 635
C. FIRE QUARTERLY REPORT – JANUARY – MARCH 2026 639

8. PUBLIC WORKS
MAYOR’S AND COUNCIL MEMBERS’ ITEMS

REPORTS AND INFORMATIONAL ITEMS

1. ART PURCHASE COMMITTEE (McGarrey & Sanchez)

2. CALIFORNIA JOINT POWERS INSURANCE AUTHORITY (Sanchez)

3. CANNABIS AD HOC COMMITTEE (Peña & Sanchez)

4. COACHELLA VALLEY ANIMAL CAMPUS COMMISSION (Sanchez)
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5. COACHELLA VALLEY MOSQUITO AND VECTOR CONTROL DISTRICT (Peña)

6. COACHELLA VALLEY MOUNTAINS CONSERVANCY (McGarrey)

7. COACHELLA VALLEY POWER AGENCY (Evans)

8. COACHELLA VALLEY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT COMMITTEE (Fitzpatrick & Peña)

9. COACHELLA VALLEY WATER DISTRICT JOINT POLICY COMMITTEE (Evans)

10. COMMUNITY SERVICE GRANT REVIEW COMMITTEE (Fitzpatrick & McGarrey)

11. COACHELLA VALLEY ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENTS:

A) CONSERVATION COMMISSION (Evans)

B) CONSERVATION COMMISSION LEGISLATIVE ADVISORY AD HOC COMMITTEE (Fitzpatrick)
C) ENERGY AND SUSTAINABILITY RESOURCES COMMITTEE (Evans) D) EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE (Evans)
E) HOMELESSNESS COMMITTEE (Peña)
F) PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE (Peña)
G) TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE (Fitzpatrick)

12. DESERT RECREATION DISTRICT COMMITTEE (Fitzpatrick & McGarrey)

13. DESERT SANDS UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT COMMITTEE (Evans & Sanchez)

14. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT SUBCOMMITTEE (Evans & Fitzpatrick)

15. GREATER COACHELLA VALLEY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE INFORMATION EXCHANGE COMMITTEE (Fitzpatrick)

16. LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES:

A) ANNUAL CONFERENCE DELEGATE (Evans)
B) ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY POLICY COMMITTEE (McGarrey)
C) EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE – RIVERSIDE COUNTY DIVISION (McGarrey) D) PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE (Sanchez)

17. PALM SPRINGS AIR MUSEUM BOARD & EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE (Evans)

18. RIVERSIDE COUNTY:

A) AIRPORT LAND USE COMMISSION (Sanchez)
B) TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION (Fitzpatrick)
C) TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION AUDIT AD HOC COMMITTEE (Fitzpatrick)

D) TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION COACHELLA VALLEY SAN GORGONIO PASS AREA CORRIDOR AD HOC COMMITTEE (Fitzpatrick)

19. RIVERSIDE LOCAL AGENCY FORMATION COMMISSION (Sanchez)

20. SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENTS (Sanchez) A) REGIONAL COUNCIL (Sanchez)
B) JOINT POLICY COMMITTEE (Sanchez)
C) TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE (Sanchez)

21. SUNLINE TRANSIT AGENCY (Peña)

22. VISIT GREATER PALM SPRINGS CONVENTION AND VISITORS BUREAU (Evans)

23. FINANCING AUTHORITY SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES DATED JUNE 16, 2026 641

24. PALM SPRINGS AIRPORT COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES DATED JUNE 16, 2026; AND BROWN ACT TRAINING UPDATE DATED JUNE 22, 2026 643

ADJOURNMENT
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PUBLIC NOTICES
 Agenda packet materials are available for public inspection: 1) at the Clerk’s Office at La Quinta City Hall, located at 78495 Calle Tampico, La Quinta, California 92253; and 2) on the City’s website at www.laquintaca.gov/PublicMeetings, in accordance with the Brown Act [Gov. Code §§ 54954.2, 54956, and 54957.5]
 The La Quinta City Council Chamber is wheelchair accessible. If hearing assistance equipment is needed, please contact the City Clerk’s office at (760) 777-7147 at least 24- hours before the meeting and accommodation will be made.  If background material is to be presented to the City Council during a City Council meeting, please provide 15 copies of all documents, exhibits, etc., to the City Clerk for distribution, or email the materials to [email protected]. It is requested that this be done before the meeting begins.

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The next regular meeting of the City Council will be held on August 4, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. at the City Hall Council Chamber, 78495 Calle Tampico, La Quinta, CA 92253.

The regular City Council meetings of August 18, 2026, and September 1, 2026, have been cancelled.

DECLARATION OF POSTING
I, Monika Radeva, City Clerk of the City of La Quinta, hereby declare that the foregoing agenda for the La Quinta City Council meeting was published in accordance with the Brown Act [Gov.

Code § 54954.2] on the City’s website, accessible directly from the City’s home page via the “Calendar / Public Meetings” icon link, and posted at the City Hall bulletin board, located near the entrance to the Council Chamber at 78495 Calle Tampico, La Quinta, CA 92253, which is freely accessible to members of the public, on July 20, 2026.

DATED: July 20, 2026
MONIKA RADEVA, City Clerk
City of La Quinta, California
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TELECONFERENCE AND TELEPHONIC ACCESSIBILITY
(A) Members of the public may access this meeting in real-time by two-way teleconference or telephone using the Zoom Webinar audio-visual platform, and may indicate they wish to address the City Council by using the “raise hand” feature (see instructions below), in accordance with the Brown Act [Gov. Code § 54953.4].
(B) Teleconference accessibility may be used “during a proclaimed state of emergency or local emergency,” as defined [Gov. Code § 54953.8.2], in accordance with the Brown Act [Gov. Code § 54953.8].
(C) Members of the City Council may request to attend and participate in this meeting remotely pursuant to any of the following: (1) “disability” [Gov. Code § 54953(c)], or (2) “just cause” [Gov. Code § 54953.8.3], as defined.

ZOOM LINK: https://us06web.zoom.us/s/88215960899
Meeting ID: 882 1596 0899
Or join by phone: (253) 215 – 8782

CLOSED CAPTION AND TRANSLATION
Closed captions and translation in real-time are available to all teleconference attendees through the Zoom Webinar audio-visual platform. Members of the public must activate the “Show Captions” feature on their device for closed caption, then use the “Options Arrow” to choose from the available translation languages.

PUBLIC COMMENTS – INSTRUCTIONS
Members of the public may address the City Council on any matter listed or not listed on the agenda as follows:

WRITTEN PUBLIC COMMENTS – written public comments received through the adjournment of the meeting will be distributed to the City Council, made public, and will be incorporated into the public record of the meeting, but will not be read aloud during the meeting, unless the Mayor requests a brief summary of the public comments, to the extent the City Clerk’s Office can accommodate such request.

Written public comments can be provided either:
 In-person during the meeting by submitting 15 copies to the City Clerk (it is requested that be done before the meeting begins); and/or
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 By email to [email protected], preferably by 12:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting. The email subject line must say “Written Comments” and include: 1) full name, 2) city of residence, and 3) subject matter.

VERBAL PUBLIC COMMENTS – verbal public comments are statements made in the speakers’ own voice and may not include video or audio recordings of the speaker or others, unless permitted by the Mayor, pursuant to City Council Resolution No. 2026-015. Please limit comments to three (3) minutes (approximately 350 words). Only one person may speak at a time, and only after being recognized by the Mayor.

Verbal comments can be provided either:
 In-person during the meeting by completing a “Request to Speak” form and submitting it to the City Clerk (it is requested that this be done before the meeting begins); and/or  By two-way teleconference or telephone using the Zoom Webinar audio-visual platform, and addressing the City Council in real-time.

Members of the public attending via teleconference or telephone must use the “Raise Hand” feature on their electronic device (press *9 for telephone participation) when public comments are prompted by the Mayor, and will be queued in consecutive order. Members of the public must unmute themselves via the “Audio” feature on their electronic device (press *6 for telephone participation) in order to become audible to the City Council and general public and to speak on the item(s) requested when recognized and prompted to speak by the Mayor.

In accordance with City Council Resolution No. 2026-015, a one-time additional speaker time donation of three (3) minutes per individual is permitted. Please note that the member of the public donating time must: 1) submit this request in writing to the City Clerk by completing a “Request to Speak” form or by emailing [email protected] and identify the name of the person to whom time is being donated, and 2) be present at the time the speaker provides verbal comments.

Members of the public who utilize a translator shall be provided at least twice of the allotted time to ensure non-English speakers receive the same opportunity to directly address the City Council.

Public speakers may elect to use printed presentation materials to aid their comments; 15 copies of such printed materials shall be submitted to the City Clerk to be disseminated to the City Council, made public, and incorporated into the public record of the meeting, or must be emailed to [email protected] (it is requested that the printed materials are provided before the meeting begins). There shall be no use of Chamber resources and *9 *6
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technology to display visual or audio presentations during public comments, unless permitted by the Mayor.

All writings or documents, including but not limited to emails and attachments to emails, submitted to the City regarding any item(s) listed or not listed on this agenda are public records.

All information in such writings and documents is subject to disclosure as being in the public domain and subject to search and review by electronic means, including but not limited to the City’s Internet website and any other Internet Web-based platform or other Web-based form of communication. All information in such writings and documents similarly is subject to disclosure pursuant to the California Public Records Act [Gov. Code § 7920.000 et seq.].

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SPECIAL JOINT MEETING MINUTES
THURSDAY, JUNE 18, 2026
CALL TO ORDER – CITY COUNCIL
A special meeting of the La Quinta City Council was called to order at 4:01 p.m. by Mayor Evans.

PRESENT: Councilmembers Fitzpatrick, McGarrey, Peña, Sanchez, and Mayor Evans ABSENT: None

HOUSING AUTHORITY CHAIRPERSON SANCHEZ ASKED MAYOR EVANS TO ACT

AS PRESIDING OFFICER FOR THE HOUSING AUTHORITY FOR THIS SPECIAL MEETING; MAYOR EVANS CONCURRED AND ASSUMED PRESIDING OFFICER

RESPONSIBILITIES
CALL TO ORDER – HOUSING AUTHORITY
A special meeting of the La Quinta Housing Authority was called to order at 4:01 p.m. by Acting Presiding Officer Evans.

PRESENT: Authority Members Evans, McGarrey, Peña, Fitzpatrick, and Chairperson Sanchez
ABSENT: None
VERBAL ANNOUNCEMENT – AB 23 [AUTHORITY SECRETARY]

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor/Authority Member Evans led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.

CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA – COUNCIL AND HOUSING AUTHORITY – Confirmed

PUBLIC COMMENT ON MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA
PUBLIC SPEAKER: David Girling, La Quinta – was not present to speak when called upon by the Mayor.

Mayor Evans said WRITTEN PUBLIC COMMENTS were received from La Quinta resident David Girling making traffic mitigation suggestions for the Avenue 50 and Orchard Lane/ Mission Drive East intersection, which were distributed to Council, made public, published on the City’s website, and included in the public record of this meeting.

CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM NO. 1
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1. INTERVIEW AND APPOINT RESIDENTS TO SERVE ON VARIOUS CITY

BOARDS, COMMISSIONS, AND COMMITTEES
Council and Authority waived presentation of the staff report, which is on file in the Clerk’s Office.

Mayor Evans thanked all applicants for their willingness to serve the City and explained the process for conducting interviews and appointing members.

A. FINANCIAL ADVISORY COMMISSION (FAC) – advisory to Council Open Seats: 2 for full 3-year terms ending June 30, 2029 City Clerk Radeva conducted a random draw to determine the FAC applicants interview order, as listed below, who gave a brief presentation of their experience and qualifications:
• Bryan Davis (withdrawn 6/17/26)
• Shelley Mast*
• Michael O’Meara
• Jennifer Wendrow
Results of the ballot vote no. 1:

Councilmember Fitzpatrick: Shelly Mast and Jennifer Wendrow Councilmember McGarrey: Shelly Mast and Michael O’Meara Councilmember Peña: Shelly Mast and Michael O’Meara
Councilmember Sanchez: Shelly Mast and Michael O’Meara
Mayor Evans: Shelly Mast and Michael O’Meara
MOTION – A motion was made and seconded by Councilmembers McGarrey/Peña to appoint Shelly Mast and Michael O’Meara to serve on the Financial Advisory Commission for full three-year terms, from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2029. Motion passed unanimously.

B. HOUSING COMMISSION (HC) – advisory to Housing Authority Open Seats: 2 – (1) tenant and 62+ years of age and (1) non-tenant for full 3-year terms ending June 30, 2029
City Clerk Radeva conducted a random draw to determine the HC applicants interview order, as listed below, who gave a brief presentation of their experience and qualifications:
• Olga Pacheco* (non-tenant)
• James Lewis* (tenant + 62 yrs)
• Connie Golds
• Kevin Budde
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Results of the ballot vote no. 1:

Authority Member Evans: Kevin Budde and James Lewis
Authority Member Fitzpatrick: Connie Golds and James Lewis Authority Member McGarrey: James Lewis and Olga Pacheco Authority Member Peña: James Lewis and Olga Pacheco
Chairperson Sanchez: James Lewis and Olga Pacheco
The Authority asked about available options to reappoint Olga Pacheco, despite her having already completed the maximum two full 3-year terms.

City Attorney Ihrke explained that pursuant to the La Quinta Municipal Code (LQMC), the Authority has the discretion to extend the term of any board, commission, or committee member, and recommended that the Authority cite the LQMC in its motion.

MOTION – A motion was made and seconded by Authority Members Peña/Fitzpatrick to appoint the La Quinta residents listed below to serve on the Housing Commission as follows:
a) James Lewis, as tenant and 62+ years of age, for a 3-year term, from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2029; and
b) Olga Pacheco, as non-tenant, to serve a 1-year term from, July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027 pursuant to LQMC 2.06.030(H).

City Clerk Radeva noted that reappointing Olga Pacheco to an additional 1-year term would result in most Housing Commissioners’ terms expiring in the same year, rather than on a staggered basis.

After further discussion, the motion passed unanimously.

MAYOR EVANS CALLED FOR A BRIEF RECESS AT 5:09 P.M.

MAYOR EVANS RECONVENED THE CITY COUNCIL AND HOUSING AUTHORITY SPECIAL JOINT MEETING AT 5:17 P.M. WITH ALL MEMBERS PRESENT C. PLANNING COMMISSION (PC) – advisory to Council
Open Seats: 4 – (2) professional member positions and (2) non-professional member positions for full 3-year terms ending June 30, 2029 City Clerk Radeva conducted a random draw to determine the PC applicants interview order, as listed below, who gave a brief presentation of their experience and qualifications:
• Doug Hassett*
• Steve Rush
• Stefanie Sitzer
• Austin Wasserman
• Marty Butler
• David Allen
• Stephen Nieto
• Patrick Adamson
• Kevin McCune*
• Robert Millar
• Julissa Beltran (withdrawn 6/17/26)
• Andi Mallen (withdrawn 6/18/26)
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Results of the ballot vote no. 1:

Councilmember Fitzpatrick: Marty Butler, Kevin McCune, Robert Millar, and Stephen Nieto Councilmember McGarrey: Doug Hassett, Kevin McCune, Stephen Nieto, and Stefanie Sitzer Councilmember Peña: Doug Hassett, Kevin McCune, Robert Millar, and Stephen Nieto Councilmember Sanchez: Doug Hassett, Kevin McCune, Robert Millar, and Stephen Nieto Mayor Evans: Doug Hassett, Kevin McCune, Robert Millar, and Stephen Nieto MOTION – A motion was made and seconded by Councilmembers Fitzpatrick/McGarrey to appoint the residents listed below to serve on the Planning Commission as follows:
a) Doug Hassett and Robert Millar for 3-year terms, from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2029; and
b) Stephen Nieto and Kevin McCune, as professional members, for full 3-year terms from July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2029.

Motion passed unanimously.

MAYOR EVANS CALLED FOR A BRIEF RECESS AT 6:59 P.M.

MAYOR EVANS RECONVENED THE CITY COUNCIL AND HOUSING AUTHORITY SPECIAL JOINT MEETING AT 7:25 P.M. WITH ALL MEMBERS PRESENT D. ARTS AND COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION (ACSC) – advisory to Council Open Seats: 2 for full 3-year terms ending June 30, 2029 City Clerk Radeva conducted a random draw to determine the ACSC applicants interview order, as listed below, who gave a brief presentation of their experience and qualifications:
• Daniel Dvroak (withdrawn 6/17/26)
• Mario Cespedes (not present)
• Molly Baker (not present)
• Cristina Acosta
• Nicole Davis
• Felice Chiapperini*
• Happy Kang
• Mitch Daugherty
• Lonna Coleman
• Suzanne Rush (not present)
• Karen Faber
• Brian Davis (not present)
• Alana Marston
• Michael Fox
• Marilyn Cooper
• Gideon Cohn
• Laura Greenlee
Results of the ballot vote no. 1:

Councilmember Fitzpatrick: Felice Chiapperini and Nicole Davis Councilmember McGarrey: Christa Acosta and Felice Chiapperini Councilmember Peña: Felice Chiapperini and Gideon Cohn
Councilmember Sanchez: Felice Chiapperini and Nicole Davis Mayor Evans: Felice Chiapperini and Nicole Davis
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Services Commission for full three-year terms from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2029.

Motion passed unanimously.

COUNCIL AND AUTHORITY MEMBERS’ ITEMS - None
ADJOURNMENT – COUNCIL AND HOUSING AUTHORITY
There being no further business, a motion was made and seconded by Councilmembers/Authority Members McGarrey/Fitzpatrick to adjourn this special joint meeting at 9:47 p.m. Motion passed unanimously.

Respectfully submitted,
MONIKA RADEVA, City Clerk / Authority Secretary
City of La Quinta, California
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City of La Quinta
CITY COUNCIL MEETING: July 21, 2026

STAFF REPORT
AGENDA TITLE: ADOPT ORDINANCE NO. 635 ON SECOND READING AMENDING SECTIONS OF CHAPTER 3.25 OF THE LA QUINTA MUNICIPAL CODE RELATED TO

SHORT-TERM VACATION RENTALS

RECOMMENDATION
Adopt Ordinance No. 635 on second reading amending Sections 3.25.020 – Purpose,

3.25.030 – Definitions, and 3.25.090 – Violations of Chapter 3.25 of the La Quinta Municipal Code related to Short-Term Vacation Rentals.

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
 Staff periodically reviews Chapter 3.25 of the La Quinta Municipal Code (LQMC) related to the City’s Short-Term Vacation Rental (STVR) program, and proposes amendments to update or clarify definitions, requirements, and regulations as needed.
 On June 16, 2026, Council introduced Ordinance No. 635 for first reading to amend Sections 3.25.020, 3.25.030, and 3.25.090 of the LQMC to ensure language clarity and consistency, add a definition for a “Village Hospitality Home,” and ensure alignment of the LQMC.
 If adopted on second reading, Ordinance No. 635 will go into effect 30 days after adoption, or on August 20, 2026.

FISCAL IMPACT – None.

BACKGROUND AND ANALYSIS
Staff periodically reviews Chapter 3.25 of the LQMC related to the STVR program and proposes amendments to update or clarify definitions, requirements, and regulations as needed.

Listed below is a summary of the proposed amendments and additions to Chapter 3.25 via this ordinance:
 Section 3.25.020 – Purpose – minor language amendment intended to clarify terms;
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 Section 3.25.030 – Definitions
a) Clarify that the definitions for a “Dwelling” and a “Short-Term Vacation Rental Unit” apply to Village Hospitality Homes;
b) Add a definition for a “Village Hospitality Home” pursuant to Section

9.280.030 of the LQMC.
 Section 3.25.090 – Violations – minor language amendment intended to clarify terms.

Ordinance No. 603, adopted on October 18, 2022, added a definition for a “Village Hospitality Home” to Section 9.280.030 – Definition of Terms of the LQMC, as a unit located on a parcel size between 4,500 sq. ft. and 10,000 sq. ft. that is not occupied by an owner or manager and that is rented in its entirety to transient guests for a period of thirty (30) consecutive calendar days or less, subject to Chapter 3.24 [Transient Occupancy Tax] and Chapter 3.25 [Short-Term Vacation Rentals]; and amended Section

9.80.020 – Table of Permitted Uses to establish permitted uses and permitting requirements thereto via a Conditional Use Permit in the Village Commercial Zone.

The proposed code amendments to Chapter 3.25 clarify that Village Hospitality Homes are subject to the same permitting requirements, operational standards, and enforcement provisions as STVRs, and incorporate the existing allowances for Village Hospitality Homes, as defined and permitted in Title 9, into Chapter 3.25 to ensure clarity of terms, and consistency and alignment of City regulations.

On June 16, 2026, Council introduced Ordinance No. 635 for first reading to amend Sections 3.25.020, 3.25.030, and 3.25.090 of the LQMC listed above. If adopted on second reading, Ordinance No. 635 will go into effect 30 days after adoption, or on August 20, 2026.

ALTERNATIVES
As Council introduced Ordinance No. 635 for first reading on June 16, 2026, staff does not recommend an alternative.

Prepared by: Olivia Rodriguez, Deputy City Clerk
Approved by: Monika Radeva, City Clerk
Attachment: 1. Ordinance No. 635
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ORDINANCE NO. 635

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF

LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTIONS

3.25.020, 3.25.030, AND 3.25.090 OF CHAPTER 3.25 OF

THE LA QUINTA MUNICIPAL CODE RELATED TO

SHORT-TERM VACATION RENTALS
WHEREAS, Chapter 3.25 of the La Quinta Municipal Code (LQMC) relates to short-term vacation rentals, including definitions, permitted uses, short-term vacation rental process and permitting procedures, requirements, violations, fines, etc.; and WHEREAS, the City has the authority to regulate residential uses, including shortterm vacation rental uses, operating within the City; and WHEREAS, the minor language amendments to Section 3.25.020 – Purpose, and Section 3.25.090 – Violations, are intended to clarify terms; and WHEREAS, the proposed additions and amendments to Section 3.25.030 – Definitions, are intended to:
(1) Clarify that the definitions for a “Dwelling” and a “Short-Term Vacation Rental Unit” apply to “Village Hospitality Homes;” and
(2) Add a definition for a “Village Hospitality Home” pursuant to Section 9.280.030 of the LQMC; and
(3) Clarify other terms.

NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of La Quinta does ordain as follows:

SECTION 1. Sections 3.25.020 – Purpose, 3.25.030 – Definitions, and 3.25.090 – Violations, shall be amended as written in “Exhibit A” attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference.

SECTION 2. EFFECTIVE DATE: This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect thirty (30) days after its adoption.

SECTION 3. POSTING: The City Clerk shall, within 15 days after passage of this Ordinance, cause it to be posted in at least three public places designated by resolution of the City Council, shall certify to the adoption and posting of this Ordinance, and shall cause this Ordinance and its certification, together with proof of posting to be entered into the permanent record of Ordinances of the City of La Quinta.

SECTION 4. CORRECTIVE AMENDMENTS: the City Council does hereby grant the City Clerk the ability to make minor amendments and corrections of typographical or ATTACHMENT 1
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clerical errors to “Exhibit A” to ensure consistency of all approved text amendments prior to the publication in the La Quinta Municipal Code.

SECTION 5. SEVERABILITY: If any section, subsection, subdivision, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion of this Ordinance is, for any reason, held to be invalid or unconstitutional by the decision of any court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this Ordinance. The City Council hereby declares that it would have adopted this Ordinance and each and every section, subsection, subdivision, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion thereof, irrespective of the fact that any one or more section, subsections, subdivisions, sentences, clauses, phrases, or portions thereof be declared unconstitutional.

PASSED, APPROVED and ADOPTED, at a regular meeting of the La Quinta City Council held this 21st day of July 2026, by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:
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LINDA EVANS, Mayor
City of La Quinta, California
ATTEST:
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MONIKA RADEVA, City Clerk
City of La Quinta, California
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
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WILLIAM H. IHRKE, City Attorney
City of La Quinta, California
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE ) ss.

CITY OF LA QUINTA )
I, MONIKA RADEVA, City Clerk of the City of La Quinta, California, do hereby certify the foregoing to be a full, true, and correct copy of Ordinance No. 635 which was introduced at a regular meeting on the 16th day of June, 2026, and was adopted at a regular meeting held on the 21st day of July, 2026, not being less than 5 days after the date of introduction thereof.

I further certify that the foregoing Ordinance was posted in three places within the City of La Quinta as specified in the Rules of Procedure adopted by City Council Resolution No. 2026-015.
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MONIKA RADEVA, City Clerk
City of La Quinta, California

DECLARATION OF POSTING
I, MONIKA RADEVA, City Clerk of the City of La Quinta, California, do hereby certify that the foregoing ordinance was posted on the 21st day of July, 2026, pursuant to Council Resolution 2026-015.
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MONIKA RADEVA, City Clerk
City of La Quinta, California
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Title 3 - REVENUE AND FINANCE
Chapter 3.25 SHORT-TERM VACATION RENTALS
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Chapter 3.25 SHORT-TERM VACATION RENTALS

3.25.010 Title.

This chapter shall be referred to as the "Short-Term Vacation Rental Regulations." (Ord. 619 § 1, Exh. A, 12-17-2024; Ord. 590 § 1(Exh. A), 3-16-2021; Ord. 586 § 1(Exh. A), 12-15-2020; Ord. 572 § 1, 2018; Ord. 563 § 1, 2017; Ord. 501 § 2, 2012)

3.25.020 Purpose.

A. The purpose of this chapter is to establish regulations for the use of privately owned dwellings as short-term vacation rentals that ensure the collection and payment of transient occupancy taxes (TOT) as provided in Chapter 3.24 of this code, and minimize the negative secondary effects of such use on surrounding residential neighborhoods. Among other secondary effects to be limited, this chapter is intended to:

1. Prevent the circumvention by any owner of a dwelling (or any real property) in the city from operating a short-term vacation rental (STVR), without properly obtaining a permit and license required by this chapter, by claiming to have a rental arrangement longer than thirty (30) days but nonetheless collecting rent from a tenant or subtenant who occupies a residence for thirty (30) consecutive calendar days or less;

2. Require sufficient parking so that neighboring dwellings and other property uses are not unduly adversely impacted by the use of a residential dwelling on a short-term basis as a short-term vacation rental;

3. Impose strict obligations on occupants of short-term vacation rental units to limit excessive outside or ambient noise that would unduly interfere with the use and enjoyment of neighboring dwellings or other property owners;

4. Prevent conversion of rooms, without required permitting or licensing as set forth in this chapter and this code, from a non-bedroom use to bedroom use for the purpose of increasing the maximum allowed number of occupants using a short-term vacation rental unit;

5. Maintain the residential character of the city's residential zones and neighborhoods by avoiding transitory uses which are not properly permitted pursuant to this chapter; and

6. Prohibit any property from being used as a short-term vacation rental unless such use is allowed within an area of the city and properly permitted pursuant to this chapter.

B. This chapter is not intended to provide any owner of residential property with the right or privilege to violate any private conditions, covenants and restrictions applicable to the owner's property that may prohibit the use of such owner's residential property for short-term vacation rental purposes as defined in this chapter.

C. The requirements of this chapter shall be presumed to apply to any residential dwelling that has received a short-term vacation rental permit. A rebuttable presumption arises that, whenever there is an occupant(s), paying rent or not, of a residential dwelling that has received a short-term vacation rental permit, the requirements of this chapter shall apply, including but not limited to any suspension or other modifications imposed on a short-term vacation rental permit as set forth in this chapter. The city manager or authorized designee shall have the authority to implement any necessary or appropriate policies and procedures to apply the rebuttable presumption set forth in this section.

Ordinance No. 635
Exhibit A
Adopted: July 21, 2026
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(Ord. No. 631 § 1 (Exh. A), 4-7-2026; Ord. 619 § 1, Exh. A, 12-17-2024; Ord. No. 607, Exh. A, 12-5-2023; Ord. 590 § 1(Exh. A), 3-16-2021; Ord. 586 § 1(Exh. A), 12-15-2020; Ord. 572 § 1, 2018; Ord. 563 § 1, 2017; Ord. 501 § 2, 2012)

3.25.030 Definitions.

For purposes of this chapter, the following words and phrases shall have the meaning respectively ascribed to them by this section:
"Advertise," "advertisement," "advertising, "publish," and "publication" mean any and all means, whether verbal or written, through any media whatsoever whether in use prior to, at the time of, or after the enactment of the ordinance adding this definition, used for conveying to any member or members of the public the ability or availability to rent a short-term vacation rental unit as defined in this section, or used for conveying to any member or members of the public a notice of an intention to rent a short-term vacation rental unit as defined in this section. For purposes of this definition, the following media are listed as examples, which are not and shall not be construed as exhaustive: verbal or written announcements by proclamation or outcry, newspaper advertisement, magazine advertisement, handbill, written or printed notice, printed or poster display, billboard display, e-mail or other electronic/digital messaging platform, electronic commerce/commercial Internet websites, and any and all other electronic media, television, radio, satellite-based, or Internet website. "Applicable laws, rules and regulations" means any laws, rules, regulations and codes (whether local, state or federal) pertaining to the use and occupancy of a privately owned dwelling unit as a short-term vacation rental. "Applicant" means the owner of the short-term vacation rental unit. "Authorized agent or representative" means a designated agent or representative who is appointed by the owner and is also responsible for compliance with this chapter with respect to the short-term vacation rental unit. "Booking transaction" means any reservation or payment service provided by a person or entity who facilitates a home-sharing or vacation rental (including short-term vacation rental) transaction between a prospective occupant and an owner or owner's authorized agent or representative. "City manager" means that person acting in the capacity of the city manager for the City of La Quinta or authorized designee.
"Declaration of non-use" means the declaration described in Section 3.25.050. "Dwelling" has the same meaning as set forth in Section 9.280.030 (or successor provision, as may be amended from time to time) of this code; "dwelling" does not include any impermanent, transitory, or mobile means of temporary lodging, including but not limited to mobile homes, recreational vehicles (RVs), car trailers, and camping tents. For purposes of this chapter, this definition expressly includes any unit defined and permitted as a “Village Hospitality Home” pursuant to Sections 9.280.030 and 9.80.020, respectively (or successor provisions, as may be amended from time to time).
"Estate home" is defined as a single-family detached dwelling with five (5) or more bedrooms, subject to evaluation criteria and inspection of the property pursuant to Section 3.25.060(D)(1). An estate home is a sub-type of short-term vacation rental unit and shall be subject to a general short-term vacation rental permit, primary residence short-term vacation rental permit, or homeshare short-term vacation rental permit, as applicable, pursuant to this chapter.
"General short-term vacation rental permit" is a type of short-term vacation rental permit that is neither a homeshare short-term vacation rental permit nor a primary residence short-term vacation rental permit. "Good guest brochure" and "Good neighbor brochure" mean a document prepared by the city that summarizes the general rules of conduct, consideration, and respect, including, without limitation, provisions of 23 CLICK HERE to Return to Agenda
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this code and other applicable laws, rules or regulations pertaining to the use and occupancy of short-term vacation rental units.
"Homeshare short-term vacation rental permit" is a type of short-term vacation rental permit whereby the owner hosts visitors in the owner's dwelling, for compensation, for periods of thirty (30) consecutive calendar days or less, while the owner lives on-site and in the dwelling, throughout the visiting occupant's stay. "Hosting platform" means a person or entity who participates in the home-sharing or vacation rental (including short-term vacation rental) business by collecting or receiving a fee, directly or indirectly through an agent or intermediary, for conducting a booking transaction using any medium of facilitation, including but not limited to the Internet.
"Large lot" means a single "parcel," as defined in Section 9.280.030 (or successor provision, as may be amended from time to time) of this code, that meets all of the criteria set forth in subsection (A) of Section

3.25.057.
"Local contact person" means the person designated by the owner or the owner's authorized agent or representative who shall be available twenty-four (24) hours per day, seven (7) days per week with the ability to respond to the location within thirty (30) minutes for the purpose of: (1) taking remedial action to resolve any complaints; and (2) responding to complaints regarding the condition, operation, or conduct of occupants of the short-term vacation rental unit. A designated local contact person must obtain a business license otherwise required by Sections 3.24.060 and 3.28.020 (or successor provisions, as may be amended from time to time) of this code.
"Long-term rental," solely for purposes of this chapter, means any rental that is not a short-term vacation rental, as defined in this chapter.
"Management company" means any individual or entity, whether for profit or nonprofit, and regardless of entity type, such as a limited liability company, corporation, or sole proprietorship, that is retained by an owner to be the owner's authorized agent or representative, or is the owner of a short-term vacation rental unit subject to this chapter, and is engaged in or represents itself to be engaged in the business of managing real property. "Multi-unit lock-off STVR unit" means a specific design and construction of a single-family detached dwelling or multi-family attached unit(s) dwelling, which construction is designed to allow sections of such dwelling to be locked-off and separated into individual stand-alone units and meets one (1) or more of the exemptions set forth in Section 3.25.055. The design and construction of a multi-unit lock-off STVR unit provides at a minimum for:
a) Independent living facilities within the space secured by a lock-off door(s), b) Separate access to the exterior area(s) and public right-of-way without the need to enter or walk through the primary living area of the dwelling or other lock-off STVR units, and c) Permanent provisions for sleeping and sanitation (bathroom) within the space secured by a lock-off door(s).

Examples of multi-unit lock-off STVR units include a dwelling that has "hotel- or motel-like" exterior access door(s) and interior security door(s) that can be secured from either side between two (2) stand-alone units where each stand-alone unit has the ability to secure itself from the other adjacent unit; or, a two (2)-story dwelling (such as a two (2)-story duplex) in which the first floor and second floor are separate lock-off STVR units, and the first and second floors each have their own independent exterior access to the exterior areas and public right-of-way. A multi-unit lock-off STVR unit is a sub-type of short-term vacation rental unit and shall be subject to a general shortterm vacation rental permit or primary residence short-term vacation rental permit, as applicable, pursuant to this chapter.
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upon a determination by the city of a violation of this chapter or other provisions of this code relating to authorized uses of property subject to this chapter.
"Occupant" means any person(s) occupying the dwelling at any time. "Owner" means the person(s) or entity(ies) that hold(s) legal and/or equitable title to the subject short-term vacation rental unit.
"Primary residence" means a dwelling where an owner spends the majority of the calendar year on the property used as a short-term vacation rental unit, and the property is identified in the Riverside County assessor's record as the owner's primary residence.
"Primary residence short-term vacation rental permit" is a type of short-term vacation rental permit whereby the short-term vacation rental unit is the owner's primary residence, as defined herein in this section. "Property" means a residential legal lot of record on which a short-term vacation rental unit is located. "Qualified and certified large lot" has the meaning as set forth in Section 3.25.057. "Rent" has the same meaning as set forth in Section 3.24.020 (or successor provision, as may be amended from time to time) of this code.
"Rental agreement" means a written or verbal agreement for use and occupancy of a privately owned residential dwelling, including a dwelling that has been issued a short-term vacation rental permit or a dwelling that may have a short-term vacation rental permit which has been or is under suspension. "Responsible person" means the signatory of a rental agreement for the rental, use and occupancy of a shortterm vacation rental unit, or any person(s) occupying the short-term vacation rental unit without a rental agreement but with the permission of the owner(s), owner's authorized agent(s) or representative(s), or local contact(s) who is at least twenty-one (21) years of age, and who is legally responsible for ensuring that all occupants of the short-term vacation rental unit and/or their guests comply with all applicable laws, rules and regulations pertaining to the use and occupancy of the subject short-term vacation rental unit. "Short-term vacation rental permit" means a permit that permits the use of a privately owned residential dwelling as a short-term vacation rental unit pursuant to the provisions of this chapter, and which incorporates by consolidation a transient occupancy permit and a business license otherwise required by Sections 3.24.060 and

3.28.020 (or successor provisions, as may be amended from time to time) of this code. A short-term vacation rental permit is one (1) of the following types: (1) general short-term vacation rental permit, (2) primary residence short-term vacation rental permit, or (3) homeshare short-term vacation rental permit, as defined in this section. "Short-term vacation rental" and "short-term rental" mean any privately owned residential dwelling rented for transient use for a period of thirty (30) consecutive calendar days or less. When calculating thirty (30) consecutive calendar days or less, count portions of calendar days as full days. "Short-term vacation rental unit" means any privately owned residential dwelling rented for transient use for a period of thirty (30) consecutive calendar days or less. For purposes of this definition: (a) "residential dwelling" includes, but is not limited to, a single-family detached or multiple-family unit, apartment house, condominium, cooperative apartment, duplex, or any portion of such dwellings or property or yard features appurtenant thereto (b) "transient use" includes, but is not limited to, dwelling or lodging purposes, such as overnight sleeping purposes; and (c) when calculating thirty (30) consecutive calendar days or less, count portions of calendar days as full days. For avoidance of doubt, the existence of a dwelling with a lawful occupant who has a rental agreement for more than thirty (30) consecutive days shall not be conclusive that a short-term vacation rental permit is not required if any other occupant is a subtenant, tenant, or transient, using that dwelling for a transient use for a period of thirty (30) consecutive days or less (see subsection (T) of Section 3.25.070). This definition expressly includes any unit defined and permitted as a “Village Hospitality Home” pursuant to Sections 9.280.030 and

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"STVR" may be used by city officials as an abbreviation for "short-term vacation rental." "Subtenant" means any person subject to, or claiming to be subject to, an arrangement in which a privately owned residential dwelling, rented to a lawful occupant, is in turn sub-rented or sub-leased by that lawful occupant to another person or third party, where said arrangement allows for the use and/or occupancy of the dwelling, whether or not said arrangement is with or without a rental agreement, and whether or not the lawful occupant still occupies the residential dwelling.
"Suspension" means that short-term vacation rental permit that is suspended pursuant to Section 3.25.090. "Tenant" or "transient," means any person, including any subtenant, who seeks to rent or who does rent, or who occupies or seeks to occupy, or has a right to occupy, a privately owned residential dwelling, for thirty (30) consecutive calendar days or less.
“Village Hospitality Home” has the same meaning as set forth in Section 9.280.030 (or successor provision, as may be amended from time to time) of this code. A Village Hospitality Home is a sub-type of short-term vacation rental unit and shall be subject to a general short-term vacation rental permit pursuant to this chapter. (Ord. 631 § 1 (Exh. A), 4-7-2026; Ord. 619 § 1, Exh. A, 12-17-2024; Ord. No. 607, Exh. A, 12-5-2023; Ord. 595 § 1(Exh. A), 6-15-2021; Ord. 590 § 1(Exh. A), 3-16-2021; Ord. 586 § 1(Exh. A), 12-15-2020; Ord. 572 § 1, 2018; Ord. 563 § 1, 2017; Ord. 501 § 2, 2012)

3.25.090 Violations.

A. Additional conditions. A violation of any provision of this chapter or this code by any applicant, occupant, responsible person, local contact person, owner or owner's authorized agent or representative (including a management company), shall authorize the city manager, or designee, to impose additional conditions on the use of any given short-term vacation rental unit to ensure that any potential additional violations are avoided.

B. Permit modification, suspension and revocation. A violation of any provision of this chapter, this code, California Vehicle Code, or any other applicable federal, state, or local laws or codes, including, but not limited to, applicable fire codes and the building and construction codes as set forth in Title 8 of this code, by any applicant, occupant, responsible person, local contact person, owner, or owner's authorized agent or representative (including a management company), shall constitute grounds for modification, suspension and/or revocation (which may include permanent revocation) of the short-term vacation rental permit and/or any affiliated licenses or permits pursuant to the provisions set forth in Section 3.25.100.

C. Notice of violation. The city may issue a notice of violation to any applicant, occupant, responsible person, local contact person, owner, owner's authorized agent or representative (including a management company), or hosting platform, pursuant to Section 1.01.300 (or successor provisions, as may be amended from time to time) of this code, if there is any violation of this chapter committed, caused or maintained by any of the above parties.

D. Two (2) strikes policy. Subject to a minor violation reprieve request, two (2) violations of any provision of this chapter or this code within one (1) year by any applicant, occupant, responsible person, local contact person, owner, owner's authorized agent or representative (including a management company), with respect to any one (1) residential dwelling shall result in an immediate suspension of the short-term vacation rental permit with subsequent ability to have a hearing before the city, pursuant to this chapter, to request a lifting of the suspension. For purposes of this subsection, a "minor violation reprieve request" means a written request submitted to the city's code enforcement officer for relief from counting one (1) or more violations within the one (1) year period as a minor violation, and "minor violation" means a violation of a particular section of this code that resulted in minimal impact on the use and enjoyment of the adjacent and nearby properties caused by any of the following:
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1. Minor debris or trash containers left in view as a first offense;

2. A short-term vacation rental permit number or bedroom count not posted on an advertisement as a first offense;

3. A short-term vacation rental permit number or bedroom count posted in the wrong location on an advertisement as a first offense; or

4. Over occupancy due to a minor child not associated with a disturbance.

A determination of whether a code violation is a minor violation shall be based on substantial evidence presented to the code enforcement officer relating to that violation.

E. Administrative and misdemeanor citations. The city may issue an administrative citation to any applicant, occupant, responsible person, local contact person, owner, owner's authorized agent or representative (including a management company), or hosting platform, pursuant to Chapter 1.09 (Administrative Citations) (or successor provisions, as may be amended from time to time) of this code, if there is any violation of this chapter committed, caused or maintained by any of the above parties. Nothing in this section shall preclude the city from also issuing an infraction citation upon the occurrence of the same offense on a separate day.

An administrative citation may impose a fine for one (1) or more violations of this chapter in the maximum amount allowed by state law or this code in which the latter amount shall be as follows:

1. General short-term vacation rental violations (occupancy/noise/parking/operational requirements and standard conditions).
a. First violation: one thousand dollars ($1,000.00);
b. Second violation: two thousand dollars ($2,000.00);
c. Third violation: three thousand dollars ($3,000.00).

2. Operating a short-term vacation rental without a valid short-term vacation rental permit. a. First violation: one thousand and five hundred dollars ($1,500.00); b. Second or more violations: three thousand dollars ($3,000.00); c. Third or more violations: five thousand dollars ($5,000.00); d. In addition to the fines set forth above, the first, second, third, or subsequent violation of operating a short-term vacation rental unit without a valid short-term vacation rental permit shall be cause for an owner (or person and/or entity that owns or controls a business or organization or other entity of any kind, such as a limited liability company, which is the owner of a property) to be prohibited for all time from being eligible to be issued a short-term vacation rental permit and/or business license for use of a property as a short-term vacation rental unit.

3. Hosting a special event at a short-term vacation rental unit without a special event permit as required by Section 9.60.170 (or successor provision, as may be amended from time to time) of this code. a. First violation: five thousand dollars ($5,000.00);
b. Second violation: five thousand dollars ($5,000.00).

4. Advertising a short-term vacation rental without a valid short-term vacation rental permit by person(s) or entity(ies) other than a management company.
a. First violation: one thousand dollars ($1,000.00);
b. Second violation: two thousand dollars ($2,000.00);
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5. Advertising a short-term vacation rental without a valid short-term vacation rental permit by a management company.
a. First violation: one thousand and five hundred dollars ($1,500.00); b. Second violation: three thousand dollars ($3,000.00); c. Third or more violations: five thousand dollars ($5,000.00); d. In addition to the fines set forth above, the first, second, third, or subsequent violation of knowingly advertising a short-term vacation rental unit without a valid short-term vacation rental permit by a management company shall be cause for the management company to be prohibited from being used to advertise or operate a short-term vacation rental unit at the property identified for not having a valid short-term vacation rental permit. Additionally, repeat violations, which is three (3) or more violations of this subsection (E)(5), by a management company for knowingly advertising a short-term vacation rental unit without a valid short-term vacation rental permit shall be cause for the management company to be prohibited for all time from being eligible to be issued a short-term vacation rental permit and/or business license in the city for such property management purposes.

F. Public Nuisance. In addition to any and all rights and remedies available to the city, it shall be a public nuisance for any person or entity to commit, cause or maintain a violation of this chapter, which shall be subject to the provisions of Section 1.01.250 (Violations public nuisances) (or successor provisions, as may be amended from time to time) of this code.
(Ord. 619 § 1, Exh. A, 12-17-2024; Ord. No. 607, Exh. A, 12-5-2023; Ord. 590 § 1(Exh. A), 3-16-2021; Ord. 586 § 1(Exh. A), 12-15-2020; Ord. 578 § 1, 2019; Ord. 572 § 1, 2018; Ord. 563 § 1, 2017; Ord. 501 § 2, 2012) 28 CLICK HERE to Return to Agenda
City of La Quinta
CITY COUNCIL MEETING: July 21, 2026

STAFF REPORT
AGENDA TITLE: ADOPT ORDINANCE NO. 636 ON SECOND READING TO APPROVE ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT 2026-0001 FOR ZONING CODE REVISIONS IN TITLE 9 OF THE LA QUINTA MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING REGULATIONS ON FENCES AND WALLS; SCREENING; YARD STRUCTURES; PROHIBITED SIGNAGE TYPES; APPLICATION TIME LIMITS; AND DEFINITIONS; CEQA: THE PROJECT IS EXEMPT FROM ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW PURSUANT TO SECTION 15061(b)(3), COMMON SENSE EXEMPTION; PROJECT: 2026 ZONING CODE UPDATES; LOCATION: CITYWIDE; APPLICANT: CITY OF LA QUINTA

RECOMMENDATION
Adopt Ordinance No. 636 on second reading to approve Zone Ordinance Amendment 2026- 0001 for zoning code revisions in Title 9 of the La Quinta Municipal Code.

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
x Staff periodically reviews the zoning/municipal codes and proposes an annual update to clarify zoning regulations, add or revise definitions, and correct discrepancies in regulations.
x The proposed text amendments revise standards and criteria for walls/fencing, screening, yard structures, prohibited signs, incomplete application processing procedures, definitions, and other minor corrections.
x On June 16, 2026, Council introduced Ordinance No. 636 for first reading to approve Zoning Ordinance Amendment (ZOA) 2026-0001.
x If adopted on second reading, Ordinance No. 636 will go into effect 30 days after adoption, or on August 20, 2026.

FISCAL IMPACT – None.

BACKGROUND/ANALYSIS
The La Quinta Municipal Code (LQMC) is a key tool for implementing the City’s development standards and maintaining an up-to-date code is essential for effectively regulating development. To support this, the Design and Development Department has instituted an annual update process that provides a regular framework for making minor updates and corrections to the text of the zoning and municipal codes. The amendments proposed for this cycle have been identified by staff through routine application of the code, as well as CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM NO. 3

ITEM PULLED - WILL BE CONSIDERED AT
THE 8/4/26 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
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through efforts to ensure compliance with applicable State and Federal laws. However, no major policy changes are proposed as part of this annual update.

The proposed corrections, additions and updates include the following:
x Fences & Walls:
¾ For walls and fences not bordering streets, remove ambiguity for RC (Cove Residential) height limits and set height standard for combination (garden/retaining) walls at no higher than four feet retaining and six feet garden.
¾ Under materials, further clarify that standard gray concrete masonry unit block walls are only allowed when covered by treatment or with director approval. x Screening of Equipment:
¾ Create consistency between various code references to required screening by requiring equipment be fully screened by masonry wall, fencing or landscape planting from surrounding streets and properties.
¾ Language regarding refuse and other containers moved to more appropriate location within Screening section.
x Prohibited Signs: Added signs with attachments to list of prohibited signs. x Time Limit on Processing Applications: Establish process and ability to collect a fee for incomplete responses for entitlement applications to prevent applications from languishing for extensive periods of time without being processed through to the decision-making body.
x Definitions: Revise Village Hospitality Home definition to include reference to Chapter

3.25, Short Term Vacation Rentals and ensure compliance with parameters therein.

A table showing all proposed amendments in strikeout/underline format, including notes on reasoning for the changes, is included as Attachment 2 to this staff report.

On May 12, 2026, the Planning Commission held a public hearing to consider the subject amendments and required findings outlined in Section 9.220.020 of the La Quinta Zoning Code. After closing the hearing and deliberating, the Commission voted unanimously to recommend approval by the City Council.

On June 16, 2026, Council introduced for first reading Ordinance No. 636, regarding ZOA 2026-0001 for zoning change revisions in Title 9 of the LQMC.

If adopted on second reading, Ordinance No. 636 will go into effect 30 days after adoption, or on August 20, 2026.
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ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION
The Design and Development Department determined that the proposed zone text amendment is exempt from environmental review under CEQA, pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3), Review for Exemptions – Common Sense Rule, in that it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility for this action to have a significant effect on the environment. The Planning Commission concurred with this determination and recommended the City Council find that the proposed amendments qualify for this exemption.

ALTERNATIVES
As Council introduced Ordinance No. 636 for first reading on June 16, 2026, staff does not recommend an alternative.

Prepared by: Olivia Rodriguez, Deputy City Clerk
Approved by: Monika Radeva, City Clerk
Attachments: 1. Ordinance No. 636

2. Summary of Zoning Code Revisions
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ORDINANCE NO. 636

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF

LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING ZONING
ORDINANCE AMENDMENT 2026-0001 AND AMENDING
SEVERAL SECTIONS OF TITLE 9 OF THE LA QUINTA

MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING REGULATIONS ON
FENCES AND WALLS; SCREENING; YARD
STRUCTURES; PROHIBITED SIGNAGE TYPES;
APPLICATION TIME LIMITS; AND DEFINITIONS
CASE NUMBER:

ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT 2026-0001
APPLICANT: CITY OF LA QUINTA
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of La Quinta, California did, on June 16, 2026, hold a duly noticed public hearing for review of a City-initiated request of Zoning Ordinance Amendment 2026-0001 to amend several chapters of the La Quinta Municipal Code in Title 9, as specified by the Title of this Ordinance and attached hereto as “Exhibit A” (Amendment); and
WHEREAS, the Amendment has complied with the requirements of "The Rules to Implement the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970" (CEQA) as amended (Resolution 83-68). The Design and Development Department has determined that the Amendment is exempt from environmental review pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3), Review for Exemptions – Common Sense Rule, in that it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility for this action to have a significant effect on the environment; and WHEREAS, on May 12, 2026, the Planning Commission of the City of La Quinta held a public hearing on the Amendment in accordance with the procedures in Section

9.220.020 of the La Quinta Municipal Code and voted unanimously to recommend City Council approve the Amendment by adopting Planning Resolution No. 2026-007; and WHEREAS, the Design and Development Department published a public hearing notice for the Amendment in The Desert Sun newspaper on May 27, 2026, as required by applicable law; and
WHEREAS, at its public hearing, upon hearing and considering all public testimony and arguments, if any, of all interested persons wanting to be heard, the City Council did make the following mandatory findings, pursuant to La Quinta Municipal Code Section

9.220.020, to justify adoption of the Amendment:

1. The code amendment is consistent with the goals, objectives, and policies of the general plan.
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Zoning Ordinance Amendment 2026-0001
Adopted: July 21, 2026

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Findings of Fact: The proposed code amendments refine standards for walls/fencing, equipment screening, signage, application processing, and definitions, and are consistent with the following goals, objectives, and policies of the General Plan:

Goal LU-1: “Land use compatibility throughout the City.” Program LU-1.1.b: “The Zoning Ordinance will include design standards in all zoning districts that assure high quality development.”

Policy LU-1.2: “All land use decisions shall be consistent with all applicable General Plan policies and programs and shall uphold the rights and needs of property owners as well as those of the general public.”
The amendments propose minor code revisions to development standards and regulatory processes to ensure development remains compatible throughout the City. The amendments will correct or add code references; create consistency between various sections; set additional standards for block wall materials; define height limitations on combination walls in Cove Residential; establish additional parameters on entitlement review; clarify yard structure allowances, equipment screening criteria, and additional sign prohibitions. The amendments balance the needs of property owners and the general public, create consistency between certain sections, and continue to assure high-quality development with effective design standards.

2. Approval of the code amendment will not create conditions materially detrimental to the public health, safety, and general welfare.

Findings of Fact: The amendments clarify language in the municipal code and do not incorporate any changes that affect the regulation and/or provision of public services, utility systems, or other foreseeable health, safety, and welfare considerations.

NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of La Quinta does ordain as follows:

SECTION 1. RECITALS: That the above recitations are true and constitute the findings of the City Council in this case.

SECTION 2. CEQA: The Amendment is exempt from environmental review pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3), Review for Exemptions – Common Sense Rule. 33 CLICK HERE to Return to Agenda
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Zoning Ordinance Amendment 2026-0001
Adopted: July 21, 2026

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SECTION 3. Zoning Ordinance Amendment 2026-0001, as set forth in the enclosed “Exhibit A,” is approved for the reasons stated in this ordinance, and Title 9 shall be amended as written in “Exhibit A”.

SECTION 4. EFFECTIVE DATE: This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect thirty (30) days after its adoption.

SECTION 5. POSTING: The City Clerk shall, within 15 days after passage of this Ordinance, cause it to be posted in at least three public places designated by resolution of the City Council (Resolution No. 2026-015), shall certify to the adoption and posting of this Ordinance, and shall cause this Ordinance and its certification, together with proof of posting to be entered into the permanent record of Ordinances of the City of La Quinta.

SECTION 6. CORRECTIVE AMENDMENTS: The City Council does hereby grant the City Clerk the ability to make minor amendments and corrections of typographical or clerical errors to “Exhibit A” to ensure consistency of all approved text amendments prior to the publication in the La Quinta Municipal Code.

SECTION 7. SEVERABILITY: If any section, subsection, subdivision, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion of this Ordinance is, for any reason, held to be invalid or unconstitutional by the decision of any court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this Ordinance. The City Council hereby declares that it would have adopted this Ordinance and each and every section, subsection, subdivision, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion thereof, irrespective of the fact that any one or more sections, subsections, subdivisions, sentences, clauses, phrases, or portions thereof be declared unconstitutional.

PASSED, APPROVED, and ADOPTED, at a regular meeting of the La Quinta City Council held July 21st, 2026, by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:
________________________
LINDA EVANS, Mayor
City of La Quinta, California
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Zoning Ordinance Amendment 2026-0001
Adopted: July 21, 2026

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ATTEST:
_________________________
MONIKA RADEVA, City Clerk
City of La Quinta, California
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
___________________________
WILLIAM H. IHRKE, City Attorney
City of La Quinta, California

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STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE ) ss.

CITY OF LA QUINTA )
I, MONIKA RADEVA, City Clerk of the City of La Quinta, California, do hereby certify the foregoing to be a full, true, and correct copy of Ordinance No. 63 which was introduced at a regular meeting on the 16th day of June, 2026, and was adopted at a regular meeting held on the 21st day of July, 2026, not being less than 5 days after the date of introduction thereof.

DECLARATION OF POSTING
I, MONIKA RADEVA, City Clerk of the City of La Quinta, California, do hereby certify that the foregoing ordinance was posted on the 21st day of July, 2026, pursuant to Council Resolution 2026-015.
________________________
MONIKA RADEVA, City Clerk
City of La Quinta, California
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9.50.090 Architectural design standards.

In addition to the requirements of Chapter 9.30 (Residential Districts) and Chapter 9.60 (Supplemental Residential Regulations) the following shall be required for homes:

A. Requirements.

1. Architectural Design Guidelines. The city council shall, by resolution, adopt architectural design guidelines to be used as guidelines in reviewing landscape materials, architectural style, exterior building materials, colors, and mass and scale;

2. Architectural Variety. Duplication of houses having the same architectural design features on the front elevation of other houses located within two hundred (200) feet of each other shall make provisions for architectural variety by using different colors, roof treatments, window treatments, garage door treatments, and methods;

3. Reserved.

4. Reserved.

5. Reserved.

6. Reserved.

7. Reserved.

8. Landscaping. All front and exterior side yards shall be landscaped to property line;

9. The landscaping shall include trees, shrubs and ground cover of sufficient size, spacing and variety to create an attractive and unifying appearance;

10. An irrigation system shall be provided for all areas required to be landscaped;

11. The landscaping shall be continuously maintained in a healthy and viable condition;

12. Screening. Refuse containers and bottled gas tanks shall be concealed by view-obscuring landscaping, fencing or walls, as referenced in screening Section 9.60.140(B);

13. Reserved.

14. Lighting. All exterior lighting shall be located and directed so as not to shine directly on adjacent properties, as referenced in outdoor lighting Section 9.100.150(F)(4);

15. Reserved.

16. Earth fill shall not exceed what is necessary to provide minimum required drainage to the street. (Ord. 594 §§ 1, 2(Exh. A), 6-1-2021; Ord. 588 § 2(Exh. A), 2-2-2021; Ord. 574 § 1, 2018; Ord. 562 § 1, 2017; Ord. 550 § 1, 2016; Ord. 505 § 1, 2012; Ord. 361 § 1, 2001; Ord. 325 § 1, 1998) Ord. 588 § 2(Exh. A), adopted Feb. 2, 2021, amended the title of § 9.50.090 from "RC district development standards" to "Architectural design standards," as herein set out. 25',1$1&(12
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9.60.030 Fences and walls.

A. Purpose. For purposes of this section, "fence" or "wall" means any type of fence, wall, retaining wall, sound attenuation wall, screen or windscreen. The terms "fence" and "wall" are used interchangeably in this section to mean any or all of the preceding structures. Rear and side yards shall be completely enclosed and screened by view-obscuring fencing, walls, or combinations, unless:

1. Adjoining property owners waive the rear or side yard fencing requirements; or

2. The fence abuts open space, such as golf course, lake front, or similar areas; or

3. A minor use permit is approved by the design and development director for an alternative approach.

B. Measurement of Fence Height. Except as otherwise specified in this section, fence heights shall be measured from finish grade at the base of the fence to the highest point of the fence on the interior or exterior side, whichever is higher.

In addition, the following provisions shall apply to the measurement of fence height:

1. Open railings, up to forty-eight (48) inches high, placed on top of a retaining or other wall and required for pedestrian safety shall not be included in the height measurement.

2. Fences less than thirty (30) inches apart (measured between adjoining faces) shall be considered one (1) structure and fence height shall be measured from the base of the lower fence to the top of the higher fence. Fences thirty (30) inches or more apart shall be considered separate structures and their heights shall be measured independently. The director may require that the area between such fences be provided with permanent landscaping and irrigation.

C. Fence Heights. The construction and installation of fences shall be in compliance with the following standards:

1. Within Main Building Area. In the area of a lot where a main building may be constructed, the maximum freestanding fence height shall be twelve (12) feet.

2. Setback Areas Not Bordering Streets. The maximum fence height shall be six (6) feet within any required setback area not adjoining a street. Where the elevation of an adjoining building site is higher than the base of the fence within a side or rear setback area, the height of the fence may be measured from the elevation of the adjoining building site to the top of the fence. However, fence height shall not exceed eight (8) feet measured from either side. Within the RC district, combination retaining and 38 CLICK HERE to Return to Agenda
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garden walls shall not exceed a combined height of four (4) feet retaining wall and six (6) feet garden wall.

3. Setback Areas Bordering Streets, Alleys and Other Accessway. a. Within all districts, the maximum fence height shall be six (6) feet within any front, rear or side setback area adjoining a public street.
b. Notwithstanding other fence height restrictions, where, because of the orientation of the lots, a property line fence separates a front yard on one (1) lot from a rear yard on an adjacent lot, the maximum fence height shall be six (6) feet.
c. Arches or trellises up to nine (9) feet in overall height and five (5) feet interior width may be constructed over a gate on a lot provided the arch/trellis is integrated into the fence/gate design.

The director may refer arch designs exceeding the standard to the planning commission for approval.
d. Any portion of a building site where vehicular access is taken shall conform to the access intersection requirements of subsection (C)(4) of this section. e. City- or state-required sound attenuation walls bordering freeways or arterial highways may exceed six (6) feet in height if so recommended by a noise attenuation study and approved by the director.

4. Adjacent to a Nonresidential Zone or Use. The maximum fence height between a residential zone or use and a nonresidential zone or use shall be eight (8) feet. a. The height of fences, trees, shrubs and other visual obstructions shall be limited to a maximum height of thirty (30) inches within the triangular area formed by drawing a straight line:
i. Between two (2) points located on and twenty (20) feet distant from the point of intersection of two (2) ultimate street right-of-way lines. ii. Between two (2) points located on and five (5) feet distant from the point of intersection of an ultimate street or alley right-of-way on one hand and the edge of a driveway or another alley right-of-way on the other if parkway width is less than twelve (12) feet wide. b. For purposes of this code, "point of intersection" means the intersection of the prolongation of the right-of-way lines, excluding any curved portion joining the two (2) lines. c. The height restrictions of this subdivision shall apply to fences, walls, trees, shrubs, vegetation, or any other material which obstructs or may obstruct visibility.

D. Gates.

1. Materials. Gates shall be constructed of ornamental iron/tubular steel, vinyl and/or wood. Such gates may be placed in any location provided they meet the requirements of this section and provided any wood used is not less than a grade of construction heart or merchantable and better redwood or No. 2 and better (no holes) western red cedar, stained or painted to match or complement the adjacent wall or structure. Alternatively, if left in natural color, all wood shall be treated with a water-repellant material. Wood gates over thirty-six (36) inches wide shall have a metal frame. Chain link gates are prohibited. Vehicular driveway gates shall be constructed of ornamental iron/tubular steel and metal if solid. If screening an RV, the gate shall be constructed of a solid opaque material.

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E. Fence Construction and Materials. All fencing in residential districts shall conform to the following construction and material standards:

1. Wood Fencing.
a. Except for gates, split two (2)-rail fencing, and for equestrian fencing regulated by Section

9.140.060, wood or similar recycled fencing materials are permitted in rear or interior side yards only, and only if not visible from the street. Wood-framed fencing with a stucco finish is permissible in any location on the lot provided the color of the masonry or stucco matches or complements the adjacent wall or structure. Gates may be of wood in any location provided they comply with the standards of this section.
b. All wood fencing shall be constructed of not less than a grade of construction heart or merchantable and better redwood or No. 2 and better (no holes) western red cedar, stained or painted to match or complement the adjacent wall or structure. Alternatively, if left in natural color, all wood shall be treated with a water-repellant material. c. Fence boards may be horizontal or vertical. Support posts shall be a minimum of nominal four ŝŶĐŚĞƐďǇĨŽƵƌŝŶĐŚĞƐ;ϰ഼пϰ഼ͿƌĞĚǁŽŽĚ͕ƉƌĞƐƐƵƌĞ-treated lumber, tubular steel or block and installed per the Uniform Building Code.
d. Split Rail Fencing. Split two (2)-rail fencing shall be allowed in the front yard or along the front property line with columns a maximum height of four (4) feet and three (3) feet for the top rail.

All columns shall be cemented with footings. Materials for the columns shall be wood, brick, or block. The rails may be either wood or other non-wood products that have the appearance of split rail. A building permit shall be obtained prior to construction.

2. Ornamental Iron and Tubular Steel Fencing. Ornamental iron or tubular steel fencing may be used along the front or street side yards only. The iron or steel shall be painted to match or complement the adjacent wall or structure.

3. Masonry Fencing. Solid masonry fencing (i.e., block, rock, brick, with or without stucco covering) is permitted in any location on the lot provided the color of the masonry or stucco matches or complements the adjacent wall or structure. Gray precision concrete block shall not be used unless all exterior surfaces visible from outside the property are covered with stucco, paint, texture coating, or other comparable coating approved by the director. Gray precision concrete block may be used to match certain architectural styles with the director’s approval.

4. Material Combinations. Combinations of two (2) or more of the preceding materials may be used provided that the bottom one-half (½) of the fence is constructed of a masonry material. Combinations incorporating wood materials shall only be used for the rear and interior side yards and only when not visible from the street.

5. Other Materials. Other fence materials or combination of fence materials such as, but not limited to, corrugated metal, vinyl, bamboo, and glass may be permitted in the front or street side yard by the director in conjunction with approval of a building permit for fence construction if the permit application includes a materials sample, a site plan with proposed fence alignment, photographs of the main dwelling, and the following findings are made:
a. The design of the fence, including, but not limited to, the architectural style, materials, colors, architectural details, and other architectural elements is compatible with a main dwelling existing on site or in development review at time of application. b. The fence meets all screening requirements.
c. The material(s) are of good and durable quality.
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d. The material(s) will not be detrimental to the health, safety and general welfare of the community in the area.

F. Fence Landscaping and Maintenance.

1. Landscaping. The area between the back of curb and any fencing shall be landscaped, have a suitable permanent irrigation system, and be continuously maintained by the property owner.

2. Maintenance. All walls and fences shall be continuously maintained in good repair. The property owner shall be provided thirty (30) days after receiving notice from the city to repair a wall or fence. The building official may grant an extension to such time period not to exceed sixty (60) days.

G. Prohibited Fence Materials and Construction Fences. The use of barbed wire, razor wire, chain link, or similar materials in or on fences is prohibited in all residential districts. Chain link fencing is permitted for temporary construction fences when authorized by a minor use permit issued in accordance with Section 9.210.025.

Said minor use permit shall not be approved until a permit for grading, or construction, has been filed for, whichever comes first.

H. Equestrian Fencing. Notwithstanding any other requirements of this section, fencing shall be regulated by the provisions of Section 9.140.060 (Equestrian overlay regulations) where the keeping of horses is permitted.

I. Nonconforming Fences. Any fence which does not meet the standards of this section but which was legally established prior to the adoption of these standards may be maintained provided such fence is not expanded nor its nonconformance with these standards otherwise increased. Any fence which is destroyed or damaged to the extent of more than fifty percent (50%) of its total replacement value shall not be repaired, rebuilt, or reconstructed except in conformance with these standards. (Ord. 618 § 1, Exh. A, 12-3-2024; Ord. 588 § 2(Exh. A), 2-2-2021; Ord. 584 § 2, 2020; Ord. 560 § 1, 2017; Ord. 550 § 1, 2016; Ord. 466 § 1, 2009; Ord. 378 § 1, 2002; Ord. 361 § 1, 2001; Ord. 325 § 1, 1998; Ord. 299 § 1, 1997; Ord. 284 § 1, 1996)
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9.60.040 Patio covers, decks and play equipment.

A. Applicability. For purposes of this section, the term "patio covers, decks, and play equipment" includes any type of yard structure other than a building or a carport. Such structures include open and solid patio covers, gazebos, trellises, and arbors; play equipment which is more than eight (8) feet in height; and other structures deemed similar by the director. All such structures shall be "open" on at least two (2) sides and are referred to in this section as "yard structures." Enclosed structures with more than two (2) side walls greater than three (3) feet in height shall be considered accessory buildings (see Section 9.60.050).

Uncovered decks and other structures less than eighteen (18) inches above finish grade shall not be subject to the provisions of this section.

B. Standards. Patio covers, decks, gazebos, play equipment or other yard structures, attached to or detached from the main building shall comply with front and side yard setbacks for the main building and the following requirements:

1. The location of decks shall be governed by the standards for wall projections in Section 9.50.060.

2. No yard structure shall be more than twelve (12) feet in height.

3. Yard structures shall not be constructed or established in the panhandle portion of a panhandle or flag lot.

4. No yard structure shall be located less than five (5) feet from any adjacent residential lot or from any rear property line adjacent to a public or private right-of-way.

5. No yard structure shall be located less than three (3) feet from any rear property line adjacent to any common use easement or open space or recreational area which is at least ten (10) feet deep.

6. Eaves or roofs may overhang into the required setback a maximum of eighteen (18) inches. Setbacks shall be measured from the nearest supporting member of the structure to the property line or, if the property line is at the toe of a slope, from the top of the slope.

7. Structures shall be constructed in a manner so as to prevent rooftop water from draining onto any adjacent parcel.

8. Wood lattice cross-members in patio covers or trellises shall be of minimum nominal two (2) inches by two (2) inches material.

9. No patio cover, trellis, gazebo, arbor, similar structure, or combination thereof shall cover more than fifty percent (50%) of the rear area required setback.
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9.60.070 Swimming pools.

A. Applicability. The provisions of this section shall apply to any outdoor swimming pool, whirlpool, spa (inground or above-ground), or open tank or pond containing or normally capable of containing water to a depth of eighteen (18) inches or more at any point. For purposes of this section, the term "pool" means all or any of the foregoing facilities.

B. Standards. Pools are permitted as accessory uses in residential districts subject to the following requirements:

1. Location. Pools shall be located at least three (3) feet (measured from water's edge) from any property line. No adjustments to this minimum shall be approved, with the exception of private gated communities where any property line is adjacent to common open area.

2. Filtering and Heating Equipment. Use of equipment shall comply with the following requirements:
a. Mechanical pool equipment such as a pump, filter, or heater, may be located within the front or rear yard areas. The equipment shall be fully screened on at least three (3) sides by a masonry wall, fencing, or landscape planting with an open side not visible to the street. b. Mechanical pool equipment may be in an area between the side property line and the residence provided a five (5)-foot side yard, clear of any permanent obstructions is maintained between the side yard property line and any mechanical pool equipment. c. Where there is no side property line wall, mechanical pool equipment may be in a side yard of five (5) feet or less only if a recorded easement in perpetuity exists for the subject property to use the adjacent side yard of the abutting property for access and a minimum five (5) feet distance between the equipment and adjacent obstruction (i.e., building wall) is provided. d. Mechanical pool equipment may be in a side yard of five (5) feet or less if approved by the design and development director if extenuating circumstances exist and there is a three (3)-foot clearance of any permanent obstructions.

3. Fencing Requirements. All pools shall be fenced in accordance with the provisions of the city's building code Chapter 8.02, state law and other applicable laws and ordinances.

4. Screening shall be provided as required in Section 9.60.140(B)(2). (Ord. 588 § 2(Exh. A), 2-2-2021; Ord. 577 § 1, 2019; Ord. 550 § 1, 2016; Ord. 361 § 1, 2001; Ord. 325 § 1, 1998; Ord. 299 § 1, 1997; Ord. 284 § 1, 1996)
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9.60.075 Ground mounted mechanical equipment.

Use of equipment shall comply with the following requirements:

B. Where there is no side yard property line wall, mechanical equipment may be in an area between the side property line and the residence provided a five (5)-foot side yard, clear of any permanent obstructions is maintained between the side yard property line and any mechanical equipment.

C. Mechanical equipment may be in a side yard of five (5) feet or less if: (1) a recorded easement in perpetuity exists for the subject property to use the adjacent side yard of the abutting property for access and a minimum five (5) feet distance between the equipment and adjacent obstruction (i.e., building wall) is provided; or (2) if approved by the design and development director if findings are made that extenuating circumstances exist.
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9.60.140 Screening.

A. Parking Area Screening. Screening of common parking areas shall be provided for all residential projects in accordance with the requirements for nonresidential uses in Section 9.100.050.

B. Equipment Screening.

1. Roof-Mounted Equipment. Roof-mounted utility and mechanical equipment, including, but not limited to, air conditioning, heating, restaurant exhaust fans, electrical elevator structures, roof accesses, etc., may be permitted only as follows:
a. For flat roofs, a screened enclosure behind the parapet wall may be used if it is made to appear as an integral part of the building. Screening shall be an integral part of the roof design and not appear as an afterthought.
b. Such screening shall be provided so that the highest point of the equipment is below the surrounding architectural feature and is screened from view to a minimum horizontal sight distance of one thousand three hundred twenty (1,320) feet as viewed from a point five (5) feet above finish grade, whichever provides the most screening. c. Roof-mounted equipment shall be screened from view of surrounding two (2)-story (or more) residential development and, where feasible as determined by the city, from two (2)-story commercial and other types of development.
d. No equipment shall be placed on any sloped roof.

2. Ground-Mounted Equipment. Ground-mounted utility, mechanical, and pool, spa, or water feature equipment shall be fully screened from ground view of surrounding properties. Such screening may consist of perimeter walls or fencing, screen walls, or landscape planting. Equipment within unenclosed exterior side yards shall be fully screened from surrounding properties and streets.

3. Solar Equipment. Solar heating equipment, whether roof- or ground-mounted shall be installed so that the underside of the equipment is not visible from surrounding properties. Roof-mounted solar panels shall not extend above the maximum allowable height of the structure and may be mounted on racks which are suitably enclosed, screened behind a parapet wall or otherwise architecturally designed to blend in with the proposed or existing structure and screen any support structure mechanisms. Panels that do not conform to roof profiles shall not exceed a height of eighteen (18) inches above the parapet or roof surface, whichever is greater, unless an applicant demonstrates a reduction in energy performance by more than 10% as compared with a more visible location or angle and said design is approved by the director. Manifolds, supply and return lines shall be painted to match the adjacent building or roof surface.

4. Access Ladders. Wall-mounted exterior roof access ladders are prohibited unless screened from view by surrounding features.

5. Refuse and Other Containers. Refuse containers, bottled gas tanks and other similar containers shall be fully concealed from streets and adjacent properties by view-obscuring landscaping, fencing or walls.

C. Facility Screening. Within multifamily and condominium projects, storage, trash and loading areas shall be screened as follows:

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2. Trash Areas. All outdoor trash and waste bins shall be enclosed by a solid wall not less than six (6) feet in height in accordance with Section 9.60.210. Decorative overhead structures such as trellises shall be integrated into the enclosure design if it is visible from higher terrain.

3. Loading Areas. Loading platforms and areas shall be screened from view from adjacent streets and residential, open space and recreation areas.
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9.160.100 Prohibited signs.

The signs and displays listed in this section are prohibited. Such signs are subject to removal by the city at the owner's or user's expense. Prohibited signs include the following:

1. Any sign not in accordance with the provisions of this chapter;

2. Abandoned signs;

3. Rotating, revolving or otherwise moving signs;

4. Trailer signs and other signs with directional arrows affixed to vehicles which are used exclusively or primarily for advertising, unless specifically permitted;

5. Flags, pennants, streamers, spinners, festoons, windsocks, valances or similar displays, unless specifically permitted in this chapter;

6. Animated or flashing signs;

7. Portable signs, unless specifically permitted in this chapter;

8. Off-premises signs as defined in Section 9.160.130, unless specifically permitted to be off-premises under the provisions of this chapter, or incorporated and approved as part of a temporary use permit application;

9. Billboards or outdoor advertising signs;

10. Signs which identify or advertise activities which are illegal under federal, state or local laws in effect at the location of such signs or activities;

11. Building-mounted signs placed on or above the roof or above the eave line of any structure;

12. Signs which purport to be, are an imitation of, or resemble an official traffic sign or signal;

13. Signs which, by reason of their size, location, movement, content, coloring or manner of illumination may be confused with or construed as a traffic-control sign, signal or device, or the light of an emergency vehicle, or which obstruct the visibility of any traffic or street sign or signal device;

14. Signs that create a potential safety hazard by obstructing clear view of pedestrian or vehicular traffic;

15. Signs located upon or projecting over public streets, sidewalks or rights-of-way (unless specific approval has been granted);

16. Signs attached to utility poles or stop signs or other municipal sign structure;

17. Balloon signs, inflatable animal or other figures, or other inflatable displays, whether tethered or not, except as otherwise permitted by a temporary or special outdoor event permit;

18. Signs located closer to overhead utility lines than the minimum distance prescribed by California law, or by the rules duly promulgated by agencies of the state or by the applicable public utility;

19. "For Sale" signs affixed to vehicles parked on public right-of-way or on any vacant property;

20. Neon signs, except those specifically approved as an activity's major identification sign;

21. Signs drawn or painted onto or otherwise affixed to trees or rocks unless specifically permitted in this chapter;

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24. Translucent or transparent signs on internally illuminated awnings so that they allow light to shine through the letters of the copy.

25. Signs with attachments which include balloons, flags or other add-on devices, unless specifically permitted in this chapter.
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9.200.070 Time limits on processing applications.

A. Development review applications shall be processed within the time limits specified in Chapter 4.5 of the State Planning and Zoning Law (Government Code Section 65920 et seq.). Time periods specified in Section

9.200.120 regarding actions on appeals shall be in addition to the preceding Government Code time limits.

B. Incomplete, Inactive, and Abandoned Applications.

1. For the purposes of this section, an “incomplete application” shall be an application for which the city has contacted the applicant identifying documents or information necessary to complete or process the application, and an “inactive application” shall mean an application which is under review by the city for which the city has contacted the applicant requiring corrections or supplements to the application to comply with applicable city laws and standards, and for which the applicant has been nonresponsive for a period of six (6) months or longer.

2. The city may send applicants with incomplete or inactive applications an “incomplete/inactive notice” designating the information, materials, and measures required to cure the deficiency in the incomplete or inactive application.

3. The applicant shall respond to the incomplete/inactive notice within the time period designated thereon, or thirty (30) days, whichever is longer, supplying the missing information, actions, and materials.

4. In the event an applicant has failed to cure the deficiency in an incomplete or inactive application under this section following two (2) or more incomplete/inactive notices hereunder or a period of one (1) year from initial submittal, whichever is longer, the director may deem an application “abandoned,” and suspend further application processing.

5. An applicant may remove an application from “abandoned” status by paying a reactivation fee set by resolution of the city council.

6. This subsection B shall not apply if preempted by any state law regarding the processing of a specific type of development application that, but for the state law, would otherwise be subject to this section (Ord. 550 § 1, 2016; Ord. 538 § 6, 2016; Ord. 466 § 1, 2009; Ord. 284 § 1, 1996) 49 CLICK HERE to Return to Agenda
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9.280.030 Definition of terms.
"Abandoned" means a structure or use, the development or operation of which has been ceased or suspended. "Abutting" or "adjacent" means two (2) or more parcels sharing a common boundary at one (1) or more points. "Access/egress" means provision for entering a site from a roadway and exiting a site onto a roadway via motorized vehicle.
"Accessory building or structure" means a building or structure, the use of which is subordinate and incidental to the main building or use on the same building site. As it pertains to Section 9.140.060, equestrian overlay district, "accessory building" means any building subordinate to a permitted or conditionally permitted equestrian use, including, but not limited to, hay and tack barns, stables and other structures and uses customarily appurtenant to the primary permitted use. Also pertaining to Section 9.140.060, equestrian overlay district, "accessory structure" means any structure subordinate to a permitted or conditionally permitted equestrian use, including, but not limited to, arenas, grandstand seating, corrals, exercise rings, and other structures associated with the permitted use. Fences are not considered structures for the purposes of this section. "Accessory use" means a land use subordinate and incidental to the principal use on the same building site. "Actual construction" means the actual placing of construction materials in their permanent position fastened in a permanent manner except that where a basement is being excavated, such excavation shall be deemed to be actual construction, or where demolishing or removal of an existing building or structure has begun, such demolition or removal shall be deemed to be actual construction, providing in all cases that actual construction work be diligently carried on until the completion of the entire building or structure involved. "Administrative office" means a place of business for the rendering of service or general administration, but not including retail sales.

Adult business, Adult entertainment business or Adult oriented business. See: Sexually oriented businesses, Chapter

5.80 of the municipal code.

Advertising device or display. See sign definitions, Section 9.160.130. "Affordable housing cost" bears the same meaning as defined in Section 50052.5 of the California Health and Safety Code.
"Affordable housing unit" means a dwelling unit within a housing development which will be rented or sold to and reserved for very low income households, lower income households, moderate income households (where qualified) and/or senior citizens at an affordable housing cost for the respective group(s) in accordance with Section 65915 of the California Government Code and Section 9.60.260 of this code. "Affordable rent" means that level of rent defined in Section 50053 of the California Health and Safety Code. "Agricultural activity, operation, or facility, or appurtenances thereof" includes all uses allowed under the agricultural overlay district, including, but be limited to, the cultivation and tillage of the soil, dairying, the production, cultivation, growing, and harvesting of any agricultural commodity, including timber viticulture, apiculture, or horticulture, the raising of livestock, fur bearing animals, fish, or poultry, and any practices performed by a farmer or on a farm as incident to or in conjunction with such farming operations, including preparation for market, delivery to storage or to market, or to carriers for transportation to market. "Alley" means a secondary means of access to abutting property located at the rear or side of the property. "Alteration" means any physical change in the internal or external composition of a building or other structure.

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"Antenna" means a device for transmitting or receiving radio, television, satellite, microwave or any other transmitted signal.
"Apartment" means a dwelling unit within an apartment building designed and used for occupancy by one (1) family on a rental basis.
"Apartment building" or "apartment project" means a building or group of buildings in a single ownership with three (3) or more dwelling units per building and with most or all units occupied on a rental basis.

Area, project net. See: "Project net area."
"Arena" means an enclosure physically similar to a corral, designed and constructed so as to be used for conducting equine-related entertainment and events open to the public, including, but not limited to, rodeos, polo matches, riding shows and exhibitions, etc.

Attached dwelling or Attached residential. See: "Dwelling, attached." "Attached structures" means two (2) or more structures which are physically connected with a wall, roof, deck, floor, bearing or support structures, trellises, architectural features or any other structure, fixture or device that exceeds thirty (30) inches in height above the finished grade. "Automobile repair specialty shop" means a retail and service place of business engaged primarily in light repair and sale of goods and services for motor vehicles, including brake, muffler and tire shops and their accessory uses.

Heavier automobile repair such as major body and paint work, transmission repair, or engine repair are not included in this definition.
"Automobile service station" means a retail place of business engaged primarily in the sale of motor fuels and supplying those incidental goods and services which are required in the day-to-day operation of motor vehicles. "Automobile wrecking" or "automobile dismantling" means the storage or taking apart of damaged or wrecked vehicles or the sale of such vehicles or their parts.
"Awning" means a roof-like cover that is attached to and projects from the wall of a building for the purpose of decoration and/or providing shielding from the elements. "Bar and cocktail lounge" means an establishment whose primary activity is the service of alcohol, beer or wine. "Basement" means a habitable building level which is partly or completely underground. A basement shall be counted as a building story if more than five (5) feet of the height of any portion is above adjoining finish grade. "Bed and breakfast" means a residential dwelling occupied by a resident, person, or family, containing individual living quarters occupied for a transient basis for compensation and in which a breakfast may be provided to guests.

The breakfast provided shall not constitute a restaurant operation and may not be provided to persons other than guests of the inn.
"Bedroom" means any habitable room that may be used for sleeping purposes other than a kitchen, bathroom, hallway, dining room or living room.
"Berm" means a mound or embankment of earth.

Billboard. See sign definitions, Section 9.160.130.
"Boardinghouse" means any building or portion thereof with access provided through a common entrance to guest rooms having no cooking facilities. Guest rooms are rented on a monthly basis or longer and meals are provided. "Buildable area" means the portion of a building site remaining after deducting all required setbacks and meeting any requirements regarding maximum lot coverage or minimum open area. "Building" means an enclosed structure having a roof supported by columns or walls. 51 CLICK HERE to Return to Agenda
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"Building height" means the height of a building relative to the surrounding ground area. Measurement of maximum building height is defined in Sections 9.50.050 and 9.90.010.

Building, Main. "Main building" means the building containing the main or principal use of the premises.

Building, Relocatable. "Relocatable building" means a building which is not placed on a permanent foundation and is designed to be movable from one (1) location to another without the need for a special permit such as that required to move a conventional house. Relocatable buildings include, but are not limited to, mobilehomes, construction trailers, and modular buildings.
"Building site" means a parcel or contiguous parcels of land established in compliance with the development standards for the applicable zoning district and the city's subdivision code. "Building site area" means the horizontal area within a building site expressed in square feet, acres or other area measurement.

Building Site Coverage. See: "Lot coverage."
Building Site, Panhandle or Flag. See: "Lot" definitions.

Building Site, Through. "Through building site" means a building site having frontage on two (2) parallel or approximately parallel streets. See "Through lot."
Business Park. See: "Industrial park."
"CEQA" means the California Environmental Quality Act.
"Caretaker" means a person who lives on the premises for the purposes of managing, operating, maintaining or guarding the principal use or uses permitted on the premises. "Caretaker residence" means a residential unit not exceeding one thousand (1,000) square feet, which is not the principal use on the property, to be occupied by a caretaker or watchman who is responsible for the security of the principal use of the property.
"Carport" means a roofed structure or a portion of a building which is open on two (2) or more sides for the parking of automobiles belonging to the occupants of the property. "Cattery" means any building, structure, enclosure or premises within which five (5) or more cats are kept or maintained primarily for financial profit for the purpose of boarding, breeding, training, marketing, hire or any other similar purpose.
"Cellar" means a nonhabitable building level which: (1) has more than one-half (½) of its height below the adjoining finish grade at all points; and (2) has a floor area no more than one-half (½) that of the floor immediately above. A cellar is not counted as a building story.
"Certificate of occupancy" or "certificate of use and occupancy" means a permit issued by the city prior to occupancy of a structure or the establishment of a land use to assure that the structure or parcel is ready for occupancy or use and that all ordinance requirements and project conditions of approval are fulfilled. "Child day care center" or "preschool" means a child day care facility operated by a person, corporation or association used primarily for the provision of daytime care, training or education of children at any location other than their normal place of residence. The maximum number of children accommodated is determined by state licensing provisions and city use permit conditions.
"Child day care facility" means, consistent with Section 1596.750 of the State Health and Safety Code, a facility which provides nonmedical care to children under eighteen (18) years of age in need of personal services, supervision, or assistance essential for sustaining the activities of daily living or for the protection of the individual on less than a twenty-four (24)-hour basis. Child day care facility includes both child day care centers and child day care homes.
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"Child day care home" or "family day care home" means, consistent with Section 1596.78 of the State Health and Safety Code:

1. "Family day care home" means a home that regularly provides care, protection, and supervision for fourteen (14) or fewer children, in the provider's own home, for periods of less than twenty-four (24) hours per day, while the parents or guardians are away, and is either a large family day care home or a small family day care home.

2. "Large family day care home" means a home that provides family day care for seven (7) to fourteen (14) children, inclusive, including children under the age of ten (10) years who reside at the home.

3. "Small family day care home" means a home that provides family day care for eight (8) or fewer children, including children under the age of ten (10) years who reside at the home. "City" means the city of La Quinta.
"City council" means the city council of the city of La Quinta. "Cleaning plant" or "laundry plant" means a central processing facility for dry cleaning or laundering of clothing and fabrics collected from and returned to patrons and dry cleaning and laundry agencies.

Clinic, Medical. "Medical clinic" means an organization of medical doctors providing physical or mental health service and medical or surgical care of the sick or injured, but not including inpatient or overnight care. "Club" means an association of persons for some common purpose, but not including organizations which provide goods or services and which are customarily carried on as businesses. "Code" means this zoning code unless another code, ordinance or law is specified. "Commercial" means operated or conducted on a frequent basis for the purpose of financial gain.

Commercial center. See: "Shopping center."
"Commercial filming" means the production of still or moving pictures on public property. "Commercial recreation" means any use or activity where the primary intent is to provide amusement, pleasure or sport but which is operated for financial gain. It includes establishments where food and beverages are sold as a secondary or ancillary use, but does not include restaurants, nightclubs and cocktail lounges. "Commercial stable" means any facility specifically designed or used for the stabling of equine animals not owned by the residents of the subject property, for purposes such as on-site breeding, boarding, training, riding or other recreational use as a commercial service to the owners of said animals. "Commercial vehicle" means a vehicle customarily used as part of a business for the transportation of goods or people.
"Commission" means the planning commission of the city unless another commission is indicated. "Common interest development" bears the same meaning as defined in Section 4100 of the California Civil Code (or successor provision).
"Community apartment project" means a project in which an undivided interest in the land is coupled with the right of exclusive occupancy of any apartment located thereon. "Community auction and sales yard" means a facility which periodically holds auctions of farm equipment, fixtures and other related materials in an enclosed building.

Community care facility. See: "Residential care facility." "Community center" means a non-commercial use established for the benefit and service of the population of the community in which it is located, including senior centers. 53 CLICK HERE to Return to Agenda
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Conditional use permit. See: "Use permit."
"Condominium" means, consistent with Section 4125 of the California Civil Code (or successor provision), an undivided interest in common in a portion of real property coupled with a separate interest in space in a residential, industrial or commercial building on such real property, such as an office or store or multifamily dwelling. A condominium may include, in addition, a separate interest in other portions of such real property. "Condominium hotel" means a "hotel" or "group hotel" all or part of which constitutes a condominium project in which one (1) or more of the units are individually owned, but are intended to be available for "transient" use (as those terms are defined in Section 3.24.020 of the La Quinta Municipal Code), when not being used by the unit owner. See also "First class condominium hotel".
"Congregate care facility" means a facility providing care on a monthly basis or longer and which is the primary residence of the people it serves. It provides services to the residents such as the following: dining, housekeeping, security, medical, transportation and recreation. Any commercial services provided are for the exclusive use of the occupants of the facility. Such a facility may be located in more than one (1) building and on contiguous parcels within the building site.
"Congregate living facility" means a single family residential facility which is licensed by the state to provide living and treatment facilities on a monthly or longer basis for six (6) or fewer developmentally disabled persons or six (6) or fewer persons undergoing treatment for alcohol or drug abuse and which is permitted in single-family residences by operation of state law. (See also "residential care facility"). "Convalescent home" or "convalescent hospital" means a facility licensed by the State Department of Health Services which provides bed and ambulatory care for more than six (6) patients with postoperative convalescent, chronic illness or dietary problems and persons unable to care for themselves, including persons undergoing psychiatric care and treatment both as inpatients and outpatients, but not including persons with contagious diseases or afflictions. A convalescent home may also be known as a nursing home, convalescent hospital, rest home or home for the aged.
"Conversion project" means an apartment house or multiple or group dwelling which is existing, under construction or for which building permits have been issued, and which is proposed for conversion to a residential condominium, community apartment, residential stock cooperative or planned development.

Corner lot. See definitions under "Lot."
"Corral" means an enclosure designed for use as an open holding area for horses for the purpose of confinement within that area for an indeterminate period of time.
"Cottage food operation" means an enterprise wherein an individual prepares and packages non-potentially hazardous foods in a primary residential dwelling unit, which serves as his or her private residence, said foods being for the direct and/or indirect sale to consumers, and that does not have more than one (1) full-time equivalent employee, and generates not more than: (1) thirty-five thousand ($35,000.00) dollars in gross annual sales in 2013; (2) forty-five thousand ($45,000.00) dollars in gross annual sales in 2014; (3) fifty thousand ($50,000.00) dollars in gross annual sales in 2015 and beyond as identified in California Health and Safety Code Section 113758.
"County" means the county of Riverside unless another county is indicated.

Day care center. See: "Child day care center."
"Decision-making authority" or "decision-making body" means a person or group of persons charged with making decisions on proposals, applications, or other items brought before the city. "Declaration of covenants, conditions, and restrictions (CC&Rs)" has the same meaning as "declaration" set forth in Section 4135 of the California Civil Code (or successor provision) as applicable to a common interest development. "Density" means the number of dwelling units per gross acre, unless another area measurement is specified. 54 CLICK HERE to Return to Agenda
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"Density bonus" means a density increase over the otherwise maximum allowable residential density under the applicable zoning ordinance and land use element of the general plan as of the date of application by the applicant to the city.
"Detached building or structure" means a building or other structure that does not have a wall or roof in common with any other building or structure.
"Development" means, on land or in or under water: The placement or erection of any solid material or structure; discharge or disposal of any dredged material or of any gaseous, liquid, solid or thermal waste; grading, removing, dredging, mining or extraction of any materials; change in the density or intensity of use of land, including, but not limited to, subdivision pursuant to the subdivision map act, and any other division of land, including lot splits, except where the land division is brought about in connection with the purchase of such land by a public agency for public recreational use; change in the intensity of use of water, or of access thereto; construction, reconstruction, demolition or alteration of the size of any structure, including any facility of any private, public or municipal utility; and the removal or harvesting of major vegetation other than for agricultural purposes. "Development standard" means site or construction conditions that apply to a housing development pursuant to any ordinance, general plan element, specific plan, charter amendment, or other local condition, law, policy, resolution, or regulation.
"Director" or "planning director" means the city manager or designee.

District. See: "Zoning district."
District, Nonresidential. See: "Nonresidential district." District, Residential. See: "Residential district."
District, Special Purpose. See: "Special purpose district." "Downtown village directional sign panel" means an interchangeable sign panel which does not require a sign permit, mounted on a monument base structure. The sign panels list businesses in the village commercial zoning district.
"Drive-in" or "drive-through" means designed or operated so as to enable persons to receive a service or purchase or consume goods while remaining within a motor vehicle. "Driveway" means a vehicular passageway providing access from a public or private street to a structure or parking area or, in the case of residences, to a garage, carport, or legal parking space. A driveway is not a street. "Driveway approach" means a designated area between the curb or traveled way of a street and the street rightof-way line that provides vehicular access to abutting properties. When vehicular access to a building site is provided by way of a common driveway, the driveway approach is the line of intersection where the individual driveway abuts the common driveway.
"Duplex" means a permanent building containing two (2) dwelling units on a single lot. "Dwelling" means a building or portion thereof designed and used for residential occupancy, but not including hotels or motels.

Dwelling, Attached. "Attached dwelling" means a main dwelling unit attached to one (1) or more other main dwelling units by means of a roof or interior wall.

Dwelling, Main or Primary Residence. "Main dwelling or primary residence" means the dwelling unit permitted as the principal use of a parcel or building site, either by itself or with other dwelling units (as in multifamily buildings).
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Dwelling, Multifamily. "Multifamily dwelling" means a building containing more than one (1) separate residential dwelling unit, which is used or occupied, or is intended to be used or occupied, in whole or in part, as the home or residence of one (1) or more persons on a single parcel or building site.

Dwelling, Patio Home. "Patio home dwelling" means a single-family detached dwelling shifted to one (1) side of the lot, i.e., placed on the lot so that one (1) side setback is zero (0) or nearly zero (0) and the other side setback is larger than if both side setbacks were approximately equal.

Dwelling, Single-Family. "Single-family dwelling" means one (1) main dwelling unit on a single parcel or building site.

Dwelling, Single-Family Attached. "Single-family attached dwelling" means a main dwelling unit attached to one (1) other main dwelling unit by means of a roof and/or interior wall, with each dwelling unit occupying its own lot.

Dwelling, Single-Family Detached. "Single-family detached dwelling" means a main dwelling unit not attached to any other main dwelling unit.

Dwelling, Townhome. "Townhome dwelling" means a main dwelling unit attached typically to two (2) or more other main dwelling units by means of a roof and/or interior wall, with each dwelling unit occupying its own lot. "Dwelling unit" means one (1) or more rooms, including a bathroom and kitchen, designed and used for occupancy by one (1) family for living and sleeping purposes.

Dwelling unit, second. See: "Second unit."
"Easement" means a recorded right or interest in the land of another which entitles the holder thereof to some use, privilege or benefit in, on, over or under such land. "Educational institution" means a private or public elementary or secondary school, college or university qualified to give general academic instruction equivalent to the standards prescribed by the state board of education. "Elevation" means the vertical distance above sea level. "Emergency shelter" means housing with services for homeless persons that is limited to occupancy of six (6) months or less by a homeless person. Low barrier navigation centers are also included in this definition. No individual or household may be denied emergency shelter because of an inability to pay. "Employee's quarters" means quarters, which may include full bathroom and/or kitchen or cooking facilities, for the housing of domestic employees and located upon the same building site occupied by their employer. "Enclosed" means roofed and contained on all sides by walls which are pierced only by windows, vents or customary entrances and exits.
"Environmental review" means all actions and procedures required of the city and of applicants by the California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA," State Public Resources Code Section 21000 et seq.), the CEQA Guidelines (Public Resources Code Section 15000 et seq.) and local environmental procedures. "Exception" means a city-approved deviation from a development standard based on the following types of findings by the decision-making authority:

1. General finding such as that notwithstanding the exception, the resulting project will still be consistent with the goals and/or policies underlying the development standard; and

2. One (1) or more specific findings justifying the particular exception requested. "Family" means one (1) or more persons occupying one (1) dwelling unit. The word "family" includes the occupants of congregate living and residential care facilities, as defined herein, serving six (6) or fewer persons which are permitted or licensed by the state. The word "family" does not include occupants of a fraternity, sorority, boardinghouse, lodginghouse, club or motel.
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Family day care home. See: "Child day care home."
"Farm" means a parcel of land devoted to agricultural uses where the principal use is the propagation, care and maintenance of viable plant and animal products for commercial purposes. "Farmworker housing" means any building or group of buildings where six (6) or more farm employees are housed. "First class condominium hotel" means a condominium hotel where both of the following apply:

1. The condominium hotel has a brand operator or an independent operator that is experienced in the upscale segment or luxury segment of the hospitality industry as defined by J.D. Power and Associates; and

2. The condominium hotel satisfies the published requirements that will be sufficient for a ranking of no fewer than three (3) stars in the most recent annual awards list published from time to time by AAA Travel Guides or by the Mobil Travel Guide.

Flag. See: Sign definitions, Section 9.160.130.

Flag lot or Panhandle lot. See definitions under "Lot." "Flood" means a general and temporary condition of partial or complete inundation of land areas from the overflow of inland and tidal waters, the rapid accumulation of runoff of surface waters from any source, or mudslides (i.e., mudflows) which are proximately caused or precipitated by accumulations of water on or under the ground.
"Flood insurance rate map (FIRM)" or "flood boundary and floodway map" mean the official maps provided by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) which delineate the areas of special flood hazard, the risk premium zones and the floodways applicable to the city. "Floodplain" means the land area adjacent to a watercourse and other land areas susceptible to being inundated by water.
"Floodproofing" means any combination of structural and nonstructural additions, changes or adjustments to structures which reduce or eliminate flood damage to real estate or improved real property, water and sanitary facilities, structures and their contents.
"Floodway" means the channel of a river or other watercourse and that part of the floodplain reasonably required to discharge the base flood without cumulatively increasing the water surface elevation more than one (1) foot.

Floor area, gross. See: "Gross floor area."
Floor area, livable. See: "Livable floor area."
"Floor area ratio" means the numerical value obtained by dividing the gross floor area of all buildings, except parking structures, located on a building site by the building site area. "Fraternity house" or "sorority house" means a building or portion of a building occupied by a chapter of a regularly organized college fraternity or sorority officially recognized by an educational institution.

Freestanding Sign. See sign definitions, Section 9.160.130.

Front lot line. See definitions under "Lot line."
"Garage" means a building or portion of a building used primarily for the parking of motor vehicles.

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Grade, Average. "Average grade" means the elevation determined by averaging the highest and lowest elevations of a parcel, building site or other defined area of land.

Grade, Average Finish. "Average finish grade" means the elevation determined by averaging the highest and lowest elevations of a parcel, building site or other defined area of land after final grading.

Grade, Finish. "Finish grade" means the ground elevation at any point after final grading. "Grading" means the filling, excavation or other movement of earth for any purpose. "Granny flat" or "granny housing" means a secondary dwelling unit which is: (1) intended for the sole occupancy of one (1) or two (2) adult persons sixty-two (62) years of age or over; and (2) located on a building site containing an existing single family detached dwelling. The floor area of an attached granny flat does not exceed thirty percent (30%) of the existing floor area of the primary single family residence and the floor area of a detached granny flat does not exceed one thousand two hundred (1,200) square feet. (See also "second unit.") "Grazing" means the act of pasturing livestock on growing grass or other growing herbage or on dead grass or other dead herbage existing in the place where grown as the principal sustenance of the livestock so grazed. "Gross acreage" means the land area, expressed in acres, within a parcel or group of contiguous parcels minus any right-of-way for arterial highways not including collector streets. Each acre so determined is a gross acre.

Gross density. See: "Density."
"Gross floor area" means the total square footage of all floors of a building, including the exterior unfinished wall structure but excluding courtyards and other outdoor areas.

Gross lot or parcel area. See: "Lot area, gross."
"Ground floor area" means all enclosed area within the ground floor of a structure, including exterior walls and mechanical spaces. Carports, garages, accessory buildings and parking structures are included in ground floor area but swimming pools and unenclosed post-supported roofs over patios and walkways are not included.

Ground sign. See: "Freestanding sign" in sign definitions, Section 9.160.130. "Guest house" means a detached or attached unit which has sleeping and sanitary facilities, which may include full bathroom and/or kitchen or cooking facilities, and which is used primarily for sleeping purposes by members of the family occupying the main building, their nonpaying guests, and domestic employees. "Guest ranch" means any property of five (5) acres or more operated as a ranch which offers guest rooms for rent and which has outdoor recreational facilities such as horseback riding, swimming or hiking.

Habitable area. See: "Livable floor area."
"Habitable room" means any room usable for living purposes, which includes working, sleeping, eating, cooking or recreation, or a combination thereof. A room designed and used only for storage purposes is not a habitable room. "Hazardous waste" means a waste or combination of wastes which, because of its quantity, concentration, toxicity, corrosiveness, mutagenicity or flammability, or its physical, chemical or infectious characteristics, may: (1) cause or significantly contribute to an increase in mortality or an increase in serious irreversible or incapacitating reversible illness; or (2) pose a substantial present or potential hazard to human health or the environment when improperly treated, stored, transported, disposed of, or otherwise managed.

Home for the aged. See: "Convalescent home."
"Home occupation" means an occupation or activity conducted as an accessory use within a dwelling unit incidental to the residential use of the property. See Section 9.60.110.

Homeless Shelter. See: "Emergency shelter."
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"Homeowner association" or "HOA" means the "association," as defined in Section 4080 of the California Civil Code (or successor provision) that serves as the nonprofit corporation or unincorporated association created for the purpose of managing a common interest development.
"Hospital" means a facility licensed by the State Department of Health Services providing clinical, temporary or emergency service of a medical, obstetrical, surgical or mental health nature to human patients. "Hotel" means any building or portion thereof with access provided through a common entrance, lobby or hallway to guest rooms which are rented on a daily or weekly basis.

Identification sign. See sign definitions, Section 9.160.130. "Industrial park," "business park" or "office park" means a nonresidential development wherein the permitted uses are planned, developed, managed and maintained as a unit, with landscaping, amenities, and common off-street parking provided to serve all uses on the property.
"Intensity" means the level of development or activity associated with a land use, as measured by one (1) or more of the following:

1. The amount of parking required for the use per Chapter 9.150.

2. The operational characteristics of the use such as hours of operation, the inclusion of dancing or live entertainment as part of the use, or similar characteristics.

3. The floor area occupied by the use.

4. The percentage of the building site occupied by the use or by the structure containing the use.

Interior Lot Line. See definitions under "Lot line."
"Kennel" means any building, structure, enclosure or premises within which five (5) or more dogs are kept or maintained primarily for financial profit for the purpose of boarding, breeding, training, marketing, hire or any other similar purpose.
"Kitchen" means any room all or part of which is designed and/or used for the cooking or other preparation of food.

Land use. See: "Use."
Land use intensity. See: "Intensity."
Landfill, sanitary. "Sanitary landfill" means an area designed and used for the disposal of solid waste on land by spreading it in layers, compacting it and covering it daily with soil or other approved cover material.

Laundry plant. See: "Cleaning plant or laundry plant."
"Livable floor area" means the interior area of a dwelling unit which may be occupied for living purposes by humans, including basements and attics (if permitted). Livable floor area does not include a garage or any accessory structure.
"Live entertainment" means any act, play, revue, pantomime, scene, dance or song, or any combination of the foregoing performed in person by one (1) or more persons whether or not they are compensated for their performance.

Living area. See: "Livable floor area."
Lodginghouse. See: "Boardinghouse."
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line adjustment. The terms "lot" and "parcel" are interchangeable for purposes of this code. Types of lots and their definitions are as follows:

1. "Corner lot" means a lot abutting two (2) streets intersecting at an angle of not more than one hundred thirty-five (135) degrees. If the angle of intersection is more than one hundred thirty-five (135) degrees, the lot is an "interior lot."

2. "Flag or panhandle lot" means a lot connected to the street with a narrow access portion less than forty (40) feet wide and more than twenty (20) feet long and situated so that another lot is located between the main portion of the flag lot and the street.

3. "Interior lot" means a lot abutting only one (1) street or abutting two (2) streets which intersect at an angle greater than one hundred thirty-five (135) degrees.

4. "Key lot" means a lot with a side lot line that abuts the rear lot line of one (1) or more adjoining lots.

5. "Reverse corner lot" means a corner lot, the rear of which abuts the side of another lot.

6. "Through lot" means a lot with frontage on two (2) parallel or approximately parallel streets. "Lot area" means the horizontal land area within a lot expressed in square feet, acres, or other area measurement. "Lot coverage" or "building site coverage" means the cumulative ground floor area of the structures on a lot expressed as a percentage of the net lot area. For purposes of this definition, "ground floor area" means all enclosed area within the ground floor of a structure, including exterior walls and mechanical spaces. Carports, garages, accessory buildings and parking structures are included in ground floor area but swimming pools and unenclosed post-supported roofs over patios and walkways are not included. 60 CLICK HERE to Return to Agenda
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"Lot frontage" means the length of the front lot line. For corner lots the lot frontage shall be measured from the interior lot corner to the outside of the corner cut-back. "Lot line or property line" means any boundary of a lot. The classifications of lot lines and their definitions are as follows:

1. "Front lot line" means the following:
a. On an interior lot, the line separating the lot from the street; b. On a corner lot, the shorter line abutting a street. (If the lot lines are equal or approximately equal, the director shall determine the front lot line); c. On a through lot, the lot line abutting the street providing primary access to the lot.

2. "Interior lot line" means any lot line not abutting a street.

3. "Rear lot line" means a lot line which does not intersect the front lot line and which is most distant from and most parallel to the front lot line. In the case of an irregularly-shaped lot or a lot bounded by only three (3) lot lines, the rear lot line is a ten (10)-foot long line parallel to and most distant from the front lot line for the purposes of determining setbacks and other provisions of this code.

4. "Side lot line" means any lot line which is not a front or rear lot line. "Low Barrier Navigation Center" as defined in Government Code Section 65660 means a Housing First, low-barrier, service-enriched shelter focused on moving people into permanent housing that provides temporary living facilities while case managers connect individuals experiencing homelessness to income, public benefits, health services, shelter, and housing.
"Lower income households" bears the same meaning as defined in Section 50079.5 of the California Health and Safety Code.
"Lowest floor" means, with regard to flood protection, the lowest floor of the lowest enclosed area, including a basement or cellar. An unfinished or flood-resistant enclosure, usable solely for parking of vehicles, building access or storage in an area other than a basement area, is not considered a building's lowest floor provided that such enclosure is not built so as to render the structure in violation of the applicable design requirements of the FP floodplain district, Section 9.140.030.
"Manufactured home" means a residential building transportable in one (1) or more sections which has been certified under the National Manufactured Housing Construction and Safety Standards Act of 1974. "Master commercial development" means a commercial center for which an overall site development permit was approved and implemented, which may have remaining unconstructed pads or buildings. "Master plan of arterial highways" means a component of the circulation element of the city's general plan designating adopted and proposed routes for all commuter, secondary, primary and major highways within the city.
"Master plan of drainage" means an engineering report outlining the drainage facilities needed for the proper development of the city.
"Maximum allowable residential density" means the density allowed under applicable zoning ordinances, or if a range of density is permitted, means the maximum allowable density for the specific zoning range applicable to the subject project.
"Median" means a paved or planted area separating a street or highway into opposite-direction travel lanes.

Medical clinic. See: "Clinic, medical."
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"Medical marijuana dispensary" means a facility or location which provides, makes available or distributes medical marijuana to a primary caregiver, a qualified patient, or a person with an identification card, in accordance with California Health and Safety Code Section 11362.5 et seq. "Menagerie" means a lot on which more than one (1) wild, non-domestic reptile (not including turtles or tortoises), bird (not including poultry) or mammal is kept. A tamed or trained wild animal shall not be considered a domestic animal.
"Ministorage facility" means a building containing various size storage compartments not exceeding five hundred (500) square feet each, wherein each compartment is offered for rent or lease to the general public for the private storage of materials excluding materials sold at the facility or delivered directly to customers. "Minor adjustments" are deviations in standards which have little or no potential for adverse impacts on the surrounding community and which are reviewed administratively.

Minor use permit. See: "Use permit."
Mobilehome. See: "Manufactured home."
"Mobilehome park" or "mobilehome development" means any area or tract of land used to accommodate mobilehomes for human habitation, including pads for mobilehomes, clubhouses, recreation facilities, and other ancillary structures and facilities. The term includes mobilehome parks and mobilehome subdivisions. See Section

9.60.180.
"Moderate income" or "persons and families of moderate income" means those middle-income families as defined in Section 50093 of the California Health and Safety Code.

Modular home. See: "Manufactured home."
Monument sign. See sign definitions, Section 9.160.130. "Motel" means a building or group of buildings containing guest rooms rented on a weekly basis or less and with most or all guest rooms gaining access from an exterior walkway.

Multifamily dwelling or Residence. See: "Dwelling, multifamily." "Net project area" means all of the land area included within a development project excepting those areas with before-development slopes of thirty percent (30%) or steeper and those areas designated for public and private road rights-of-way, schools, public parks, and other uses or easements which preclude the use of the land therein as part of the development project.
"Net site area" or "net lot area" means the total land area within the boundaries of a parcel or building site after ultimate street rights-of-way and easements that prohibit the surface use of the site are deducted. "Noncommercial coach" means a vehicle, with or without motive power, designed and equipped for human occupancy for classrooms and other nonresidential and noncommercial uses. "Nonconforming lot" means a lot or parcel which was lawful and in conformance with the applicable zoning ordinances when established but which, due to subsequent ordinance changes, does not conform to the current development standards applicable to the zoning district in which it is located. See Chapter 9.270. "Nonconforming structure" means a structure which was lawful and in conformance with the applicable zoning ordinances when constructed but which, due to subsequent ordinance changes, does not conform to the current development standards applicable to the zoning district in which it is located. See Chapter 9.270. "Nonconforming use" means a land use which was lawful and in conformance with the applicable zoning ordinances when established but which, due to subsequent ordinance changes, is not currently permitted in the zoning district in which it is located or is permitted only upon the approval of a use permit and no use permit has been approved. See Chapter 9.270.
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"Nonconformity" means a land use, lot or structure which was lawful when established or constructed but, due to subsequent ordinance changes, is not in conformance with this zoning code. The term nonconformity does not include illegal uses, lots, or structures, i.e., which were not lawful when established or constructed. See Chapter

9.270.

Nursery, day care. See: "Child day care facility."
Nursing home. See: "Convalescent home."
Office park. See: "Industrial park."
Official zoning map. See: "Zoning map."
"Off-site hazardous waste facility" means any structures, other appurtenances or improvements on land and all contiguous land serving more than one (1) producer of hazardous waste, used for the treatment, transfer, storage, resource recovery, disposal or recycling of hazardous waste, including, but not limited to:

1. Incineration facilities (i.e., rotary kiln, fluid bed, etc.);

2. Residual repository (i.e., receiving only residuals from hazardous waste treatment facilities);

3. Stabilization/solidification facilities;

4. Chemical oxidation facilities;

5. Neutralization/precipitation facilities; or

6. Transfer/storage facilities.
"Open space" means any parcel or area of land or water, public or private, which is reserved for the purpose of preserving natural resources, for the protection of valuable environmental features, or for providing outdoor recreation or education. Open space does not include roads, driveways or parking areas not related to recreational uses, any buildings, building setback areas or the required space between buildings, or surface utility facilities.

Open Space, Usable. "Usable open space" means open space which is predominately level (i.e., slopes less than five percent (5%)) but which may contain some steeper land (i.e., with slopes up to twenty percent (20%)) which has utility for picnicking or passive recreation activities and which complements surrounding usable open space.

Usable open space is a minimum of fifteen (15) feet in width and three hundred (300) square feet in area and may include structures and impervious surfaces such as tot lots, swimming pools, basketball courts, tennis courts, picnic facilities, walkways or bicycle trails.

Outdoor advertising Sign. See: "Billboard" in sign definitions, Section 9.160.130. "Outdoor light fixtures" means outdoor artificial illuminating devices, outdoor fixtures, lamps and other devices, permanent or portable, used for illumination or advertisement. Such devices shall include, but are not limited to, search, spot, or flood lights for:

1. Buildings and structures;

2. Recreational areas;

3. Parking lot lighting;

4. Landscape lighting;

5. Billboards and other signs (advertising or other);

6. Street lighting;

7. General area and yard lighting.
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"Outdoor vendors" include hotdog stands, ice cream carts, and other retail uses which utilize a movable or relocatable stand or cart for walk-up sales. The stand or cart must be of a size and design suitable for placement on a private sidewalk, plaza, or pedestrianway.

Panhandle lot or flag lot. See definitions under "Lot." "Parcel" means an area of land under one (1) ownership which is identified as a lot or parcel on a recorded final map, parcel map, record of survey recorded pursuant to an approved division of land, certificate of compliance or lot line adjustment. The terms "lot" and "parcel" are interchangeable for purposes of this code. "Parking accessway" means a vehicular passageway that provides access and circulation from a street access point into and through a parking lot to parking aisles and between parking areas. "Parking structure" means a structure which is open or enclosed and is used for the parking of motor vehicles. "Parkway" means the area of a public street that lies between the curb and the adjacent property line or physical boundary, such as a fence or wall, which is used for landscaping and/or passive open space. "Pasture" means an enclosed holding area consisting of grass or similar vegetation, specifically used for purposes of grazing or feeding of animals.

Patio home. See: "Dwelling, patio home."
"Permitted use" means a land use allowed within a zoning district under this zoning code and subject to the applicable provisions of this code.
"Person" means any individual, firm, copartnership, joint venture, association, social club, fraternal organization, company, joint stock association, corporation, estate, trust, organization, business, receiver, syndicate, public agency, the state of California or its political subdivisions or instrumentalities, or any other group or combination acting as a unit.
"Person with a disability" is a person with a physical or mental impairment that limits or substantially limits one (1) or more major life activities, anyone who is regarded as having such an impairment, or anyone who has a record of such an impairment.
"Personal services" are establishments providing nonmedical services as a primary use, including, but not limited to, barber and beauty shops, spas and tanning salons, clothing rental, dry cleaning stores, home electronics and small appliance repair, laundromats (self-service laundries), shoe repair shops, and tailors. "Planned unit development" means a residential development characterized by comprehensive planning for the entire project, the clustering of buildings to preserve open space and natural features, and provision for the maintenance and use of open space and other facilities held in common by the property owners within the project.

Pole sign. See sign definitions, Section 9.160.130.

Portable sign. See sign definitions, Section 9.160.130. "Precise plan" or "precise plan of development" means the plan or plans for a project, development or other entitlement approved by the decision-making authority. A precise plan may include site, grading, architecture, landscaping plans and may also include a plan text describing the project design, development phasing, and other characteristics.
"Precise plan of highway alignment" means a plan, supplementary to the master plan of arterial highways, which establishes the highway centerline and the ultimate right-of-way lines and may establish building setback lines.

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"Principal use" means the primary or predominant use of any parcel, building site or structure. "Project area" means all of the land area included within a development project excepting those areas designated for public and private road rights-of-way, schools, public parks, and other uses or easements which preclude the use of the land therein as part of the development project.

Projecting sign. See sign definitions, Section 9.160.130. "Property line" means a lot line or parcel boundary.
"Public agency" means the United States, the state, the county or any city within the county, or any political subdivision or agency thereof.

Rear lot line. See definitions under "Lot line."
"Reasonable accommodation" means the process of providing flexibility in the application of land use, zoning, and building regulations, practices, and procedures to eliminate barriers to housing opportunities for persons with disabilities.
"Recreational vehicle" or "RV" means all trailers or any vehicle placed on a trailer such as a boat, watercraft, or other vehicle, plus any vehicle designed and used for temporary habitation, including motorhomes, travel trailers, "5th wheels" and camper shells.
"Recycling" means the process by which waste products are reduced to raw materials and transformed into new products.

Relocatable building. See "Building, relocatable."
"Residential care facility" or "community care facility" means a residential facility which is licensed by the state to provide living and treatment facilities on a monthly or longer basis for six (6) or fewer of the following: wards of the juvenile court, elderly persons, mentally disordered persons, handicapped persons or dependent and neglected children. Such a facility is permitted in all types of residences by operation of state law.

Residential, multifamily. See: "Dwelling, multifamily." Residential, single-family. See: "Dwelling, single-family." "Restaurant" means any use providing for the preparation, retail sale and consumption on site of food and beverages. Restaurants include, but are not limited to, cafés, coffee shops, pubs, sandwich shops, ice cream parlors, fast food take-out and drive-through stores, whose primary activity is food service and places of business with similar uses. If any seating is provided in conjunction with a store where there is the preparation and retail sale of food and beverages, that use shall be classified as a restaurant. The term "restaurant" may include the licensed sale of alcoholic beverages for consumption on the premises.

Rest home. See: "Convalescent home."
Restaurant, Drive-Through. "Drive-through restaurant" means a restaurant with one (1) or more automobile lanes which allow for the ordering and dispensing of food and beverages to patrons who remain in their vehicles. "Retail" means the selling of goods or merchandise directly to the ultimate consumer. "Reverse vending machine" means a machine which accepts recyclable materials, such as aluminum cans, newspapers, or other materials, from the public and dispenses money in return. "Riding academy" means a facility designed and used primarily for recreational riding, training and instruction purposes, and allowing both on-site boarding or trailering of horses to the facility. "Riding and hiking trail" means a trail or way designed for and used by equestrians, pedestrians and cyclists using nonmotorized bicycles.
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"Right-of-way" means the entire width of property used for streets, highways, flood or drainage works, overhead or underground utilities, or any related improvements.

Roof sign. See sign definitions, Section 9.160.130.

Roominghouse. See: "Boardinghouse."
"Satellite dish antenna" means an apparatus capable of receiving communications from a man-made satellite. "Scenic highway" means any highway designated a scenic and/or historic highway by an agency of the city, state or federal government.

Second Unit. In accordance with Government Code Section 65852.2(i)(4), "second unit" means an attached or a detached residential dwelling unit which provides complete independent living facilities for one (1) or more persons. It shall include permanent provisions for living, sleeping, eating, cooking, and sanitation and shall be located on the same parcel as the single-family dwelling is situated. A second unit also includes the following:

1. An efficiency unit, as defined in Section 17958.1 of the Health and Safety Code;

2. A manufactured home, as defined in Section 18007 of the Health and Safety Code. "Section" means a portion of this zoning code beginning immediately after a six (6)- or seven (7)-digit number beginning with 9., e.g., 9.10.010 or 9.280.030, and extending to the next such six (6)- or seven (7)-digit number. (See also "subsection.")
"Semi-permanent sign" means a non-illuminated sign which requires a sign permit, such as advertising the future construction or opening of a facility, model home complex, commercial, or residential subdivision identification which is intended to be erected or posted for a minimum of sixty-one (61) days and a maximum of one (1) year. A permit for semi-permanent signs advertising future facility construction shall not be approved until a development review application has been submitted.
"Senior citizen" means a person fifty-five (55) years of age or older. "Senior citizen residence" means a residential care facility which is licensed by the state to provide living and treatment facilities on a monthly or longer basis for six (6) or fewer senior citizens. "Senior group housing" means a residential development which is developed or substantially renovated for and occupied by seven (7) or more senior citizens.
"Service" means an act or any result of useful labor which does not in itself produce a tangible commodity.

Service station. See: "Gas station."
"Setback" means the distance that a building or other structure or a parking lot or other facility must be located from a lot line, property line or other specified boundary.

Sexually oriented business. See Chapter 5.80 of the municipal code. "Shopping center" or "commercial center" means a commercial area or group of commercial establishments, planned, developed, managed and maintained as a unit, with common landscaping, amenities, and off-street parking provided to serve all uses on the property.

Side lot line. See definitions under "Lot line."
"Sidewalk sale" or "parking lot sale" means the temporary outdoor display and sale of merchandise which is normally displayed indoors at the location of an individual retail business not located within a shopping center. (See also "Special commercial event.")
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attention to, identify, or advertise an establishment, product, service, activity or location, or to provide information. Also, see sign definitions, Section 9.160.130.

Single-family dwelling or Residence. See: "Dwelling, single-family." "Single room occupancy (SRO) facility" or "SRO hotel" means a residential facility which is rented on a weekly or longer basis and which provides living and sleeping facilities for one (1) or two (2) persons per unit. Each unit contains a toilet and sink. Shower, kitchen, and laundry facilities may be shared.

Site. See: "Building site."
Site area, Net. See: "Net project or site area."
Site coverage. See: "Building site coverage."
Site development permit or development permit. See Section 9.210.010. "Slope" or "slope gradient" means the vertical distance between two (2) points on a slope divided by the horizontal distance between the same two (2) points, with the result expressed as a percentage; e.g., "the slope has a twenty percent (20%) gradient" (usually used to describe natural as opposed to manufactured, slopes). "Slope ratio" means the steepness of a slope expressed as a ratio of horizontal distance to the vertical rise over that horizontal distance; e.g., 2:1 (usually used to describe manufactured as opposed to natural, slopes). "Special commercial event" means the temporary outdoor display and sale of merchandise by two (2) or more tenants within a commercial center, or arts and crafts shows, fairs, or entertainment events within a commercial center.
"Specific plan" means a plan consisting of text, maps and other documents and exhibits regulating development within a defined area of the city, consistent with the general plan and State Government Code Section 65450 et seq.
"Stable" means a building or structure containing multiple stalls for the purposes of sheltering, feeding, boarding, accommodating or otherwise caring for several horses at one (1) time. "Stall" means a division of a stable accommodating one (1) horse into an adequately sized enclosure for the purpose of confining individual horses within a sheltered environment as may be necessary for security, safety or other reasons pertinent to the health, welfare and daily care of each animal. "Stock cooperative" means a corporation which is formed primarily for the purpose of holding title to, either in fee simple or for a term of years, improved real property, if all or substantially all of the shareholders of such corporation receive a right of exclusive occupancy in a portion of the real property, title to which is held by the corporation, which right of occupancy is transferable only concurrently with the transfer of the shares of stock or membership certificate in the corporation held by the person having such right of occupancy. "Storage" means a place where goods, materials, and/or personal property is placed for more than twenty-four (24) hours.
"Story" means that portion of a building included between the surface of any floor and the surface of the floor immediately above it or if there is no floor above, then the space between the floor and the ceiling above it. "Street" means a public or private vehicular right-of-way other than an alley or driveway, including both local streets and arterial highways.
"Structure" means anything that is erected or constructed having a fixed location on the ground or attachment to something on the ground and which extends more than thirty (30) inches above the finish grade. A mobilehome or relocatable building, except when used as a temporary use with its weight resting at least partially upon its tires, is a structure for the purposes of this definition.
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"Subsection" means a portion of a section of this zoning code designated by a section number followed immediately by an upper case letter; for example, Subsection 9.10.010(A). (See also "section.") "Supportive housing" means housing with no limit on length of stay, that is occupied by the target population as defined in subdivision (d) of Section 53260 of the Health and Safety Code 50675.14(b) and that is linked to on-site or off-site services that assist the supportive housing resident in retaining the housing, improving his or her health status, and maximizing his or her ability to live and, when possible, work in the community. ("Target population" includes adults with low income having one (1) or more disabilities, including mental illness, HIV or AIDS, substance abuse, or other chronic health conditions, or individuals eligible for services provided under the Lanterman Developmental Disabilities Services Act and may, among other populations, include families with children, elderly persons, young adults aging out of the foster care system, individuals exiting from institutional settings, veterans, or homeless people.)
"Swimming pool" means an artificial body of water having a depth in excess of eighteen (18) inches, designed, constructed and used for swimming, dipping or immersion purposes by humans. "Tandem parking" means any off-street parking space(s), or arrangement of such spaces, configured in such a manner such that one (1) or more spaces is not directly accessible to a street or other approved access without traversing any portion of another space.
"Temporary sign" means any non-illuminated sign which may require a sign permit and which is intended to be posted for a maximum of forty-five (45) days. Temporary signs include without limitation: political campaign signs, garage sale signs and seasonal sales signs.
"Temporary use" means a land use established for a specified period of time, which use is discontinued at the end of such specified time.
"Timeshare facility" means a facility in which a person receives the right in perpetuity, for life or for a specific period of time, to the recurrent, exclusive use or occupancy of a lot, parcel, unit, or portion of real property for a period of time which has been or will be allocated from twelve (12) or more occupancy periods into which the facility has been divided. A timeshare use may be coupled with an estate in the real property or it may entail a license, contract, membership, or other right of occupancy not coupled with an estate in the real property.

Townhome. See: "Dwelling, townhome."
"Transient basis" means for a continuous period of two (2) weeks or less. "Transitional housing" is buildings configured as rental housing developments, but operated under program requirements that call for the termination of assistance and recirculation of the assisted unit to another eligible program recipient at some predetermined future point in time, which shall be no less than six (6) months. "Transitional shelter" means a shelter for homeless persons or victims of domestic abuse which provides accommodations for persons on a transient basis, i.e., for a continuous period of two (2) weeks or less.

Two (2)-Unit Attached Dwelling. See: "Dwelling, two (2)-unit attached." "Ultimate right-of-way" means the right-of-way shown as ultimate on an adopted precise plan of highway alignment or the street right-of-way shown within the boundary of a recorded tract map, a recorded parcel map or a recorded planned community development plan. The latest adopted or recorded document in such cases shall take precedence. If none of these exist, the ultimate right-of-way is the right-of-way required by the highway classification as shown in the general plan.
"Use" or "land use" means the purpose for which a structure or land is occupied, arranged, designed or intended, or for which either a structure or land is or may be occupied or maintained. "Use permit" means a discretionary entitlement under the provisions of this zoning code which authorizes a specific use or development on a specific property subject to compliance with all terms and conditions imposed on the entitlement. Uses requiring a conditional use permit have moderate to significant potential for adverse 68 CLICK HERE to Return to Agenda
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impacts on surrounding properties, or residents while uses requiring a minor use permit have low to moderate potential for adverse impacts on surrounding properties, residents, or businesses. See Section 9.210.020.

Variance. See Section 9.210.030.
"Vehicular accessway" means a private, nonexclusive vehicular easement affording access to abutting properties. "Very low income households" bears the same meaning as defined in Section 50105 of the Health and Safety Code. "Veterinary clinic" means a place where animals no larger than the largest breed of dogs are given medical and surgical treatment, primarily on an outpatient basis, and where the boarding of animals under treatment is incidental to the principal clinic use.
"Village hospitality home" means a unit located on a parcel size between four thousand five hundred (4,500) square feet and ten thousand (10,000) square feet that is not occupied by an owner or manager and that is rented in its entirety to transient guests for a period of thirty (30) consecutive calendar days or less, subject to Chapter

3.24 [Transient Occupancy Tax] and Chapter 3.25 [Short Term Vacation Rentals].

Wall Sign. See: "Building-mounted sign" in sign definitions, Section 9.160.130. "Wing wall" means an architectural feature in excess of six (6) feet in height which is a continuation of a building wall projecting beyond the exterior walls of a building. "Yard" means an open space on a parcel of land or building site unobstructed and unoccupied from the ground upward except for wall projections permitted by this code. Yards are classified as follows:

1. "Front yard" means a yard extending across the full width of the lot between the front lot line or the ultimate street right-of-way line and a setback line within the lot. The depth of the front yard is equal to the setback established in the development standards for the applicable zoning district and is measured along a line drawn at a ninety (90)-degree angle to whichever of the following results in the greatest setback: The front lot line or its tangent or the ultimate street right-of-way or its tangent.

2. "Rear yard" means a yard extending across the full width of the lot between the rear lot line and a setback line within the lot. The depth of the rear yard is equal to the setback established in the development standards for the applicable zoning district and is measured along a line drawn at a ninety (90)-degree angle to whichever of the following results in the greatest setback: The rear lot line or its tangent or the ultimate street right-of-way or its tangent.

3. "Side yard" means a yard extending from the front setback line to the rear setback line. The depth of the side yard is equal to the setback established in the development standards for the applicable zoning district and is measured along a line drawn at a ninety (90)-degree angle to whichever of the following results in the greatest setback: The side lot line or its tangent or the ultimate street right-ofway or its tangent. 69 CLICK HERE to Return to Agenda
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"Zoning code" or "code" means the zoning code of the city, i.e., Title 9 of the city of La Quinta Municipal Code, including the official zoning map and other maps and graphics incorporated in the zoning code text or included therein by reference.
"Zoning district" or "district" means an area of the city designated on the official zoning map and subject to a uniform set of permitted land uses and development standards. "Zoning map" or "official zoning map" means a map incorporated into this code by reference which covers the entire land area of the city and is divided into zoning districts for the purpose of specifying for each such land area the uses permitted, development standards required, and other applicable provisions of this code. (Ord. No. 609, § 1(Exh. A), 2-6-2024; Ord. 603 § 1(Exh. A), 2022; Ord. 602 Exh. A, 2022; Ord. 577 § 1, 2019; Ord. 562 § 1, 2017; Ord. 550 § 1, 2016; Ord. 538 § 1, 2016; Ord. 512 § 1, 2013; Ord. 505 § 1, 2012; Ord. 489 § 1, 2011; Ord. 325 § 1, 1998; Ord. 284 § 1, 1996)
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ATTACHMENT 2
Summary of Proposed Code Corrections/Additions
# LQMC Section Redline Amendments Notes
1 9.50.090 –
Architectural
design standards.

A. Requirements.
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12. Screening. Refuse containers and bottled gas tanks shall be concealed by view-obscuring landscaping, fencing or walls, as referenced in screening Section

6.60.140(B)(1)(e) 9.60.140(B);
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Correct code
reference error.
2 9.60.030 - Fences
and walls.
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C. Fence Heights. The construction and installation of fences shall be in compliance with the following standards:
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However, fence height shall not exceed eight (8) feet measured from either side with the exception of the RC district . Within the RC district, combination retaining and garden walls shall not exceed a combined height of four (4) feet retaining wall and six (6) feet garden wall.
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3. Setback Areas Bordering Streets, Alleys and Other Accessway. a. Within all districts, the maximum fence height shall be six (6) feet within any front, rear or side setback area adjoining a public street. …
f. When there is a combined retaining and garden wall, and the retaining wall exceeds three (3) feet, the garden wall shall not exceed five (5) feet in height;
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Remove ambiguity
for RC district and set
parameters for
combination walls.
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3 9.60.030 –
Fences and walls.
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E. Fence Construction and Materials. All fencing in residential districts shall conform to the following construction and material standards:
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3. Masonry Fencing. Solid masonry fencing (i.e., block, rock, brick, with or without stucco covering) is permitted in any location on the lot provided the color of the masonry or stucco matches or complements the adjacent wall or structure. Precision Gray precision concrete block shall not be used unless all exterior surfaces visible from outside the property are covered with stucco, paint, texture coating, or other comparable coating approved by the director.

Gray precision concrete block may be used to match certain architectural styles with the director’s approval.
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Clarify that standard
gray concrete
masonry unit block
walls are only
allowed when
covered by treatment
or when used as part
of certain building
architecture with
director approval.
4 9.60.040 - Patio
covers, decks and
play equipment.

A. Applicability. For purposes of this section, the term "patio covers, decks, and play equipment" includes any type of yard structure other than a building or a carport.

Such structures include, but are not limited to, open and solid patio covers, gazebos, trellises, and arbors, and to; play equipment which is more than eight (8) feet in height; and other structures deemed similar by the director. All such structures shall be "open" (no side walls) on at least two (2) sides and are referred to in this section as "yard structures." Enclosed structures with more than two (2) side walls greater than three (3) feet in height shall be considered accessory buildings (see Section 9.60.050). Uncovered decks and other structures less than eighteen (18) inches above finish grade shall not be subject to the provisions of this section.

1. The location of decks shall be governed by the standards for wall projections in Section 9.50.060.

2. No yard structure shall be more than twelve (12) feet in height.

3. Yard structures shall not be constructed or established in the panhandle portion of a panhandle or flag lot.

4. No yard structure shall be located less than five (5) feet from any adjacent residential lot or from any rear property line adjacent to a public or private right-of-way.

Minor revision to
applicability to clarify
two distinct
categories of
structures and any
other structure
deemed similar by
the director.

Additionally, specify
that these structures
may have two sides
enclosed (e.g. a
house wall and a
media wall).
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5. No yard structure shall be located less than three (3) feet from any rear property line adjacent to any common use easement or open space or recreational area which is at least ten (10) feet deep.

7. Structures shall be constructed in a manner so as to prevent rooftop water from draining onto any adjacent parcel.

8. Wood lattice cross-members in patio covers or trellises shall be of minimum nominal two (2) inches by two (2) inches material.

9. No patio cover, trellis, gazebo, arbor, similar structure, or combination thereof shall cover more than fifty percent (50%) of the rear area required setback. 5 9.60.070 –
Swimming pools.
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B. Standards. Pools are permitted as accessory uses in residential districts subject to the following requirements:
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A. Ground mounted mechanical equipment such as air conditioner condensing units, water softeners, etc., may be located within the rear yard areas. For lots of five thousand (5,000) square feet or less, said equipment can be in the front yard if there is a wall around the yard, or it is fully screened by a masonry wall, fencing, or landscape planting.
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Create consistency
between 9.60.070
and 9.60.075 and
allow greater
flexibility in screening
materials in front
yard. Also see
revision to 9.60.140
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7 9.60.140 –
Screening.
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B. Equipment Screening.

1. Roof-Mounted Equipment. Roof-mounted utility and mechanical equipment, including, but not limited to, air conditioning, heating, restaurant exhaust fans, electrical elevator structures, roof accesses, etc., may be permitted only as follows:
a. For flat roofs, a screened enclosure behind the parapet wall may be used if it is made to appear as an integral part of the building. Screening shall be an integral part of the roof design and not appear as an afterthought. b. Such screening shall be provided so that the highest point of the equipment is below the surrounding architectural feature and is screened from view to a minimum horizontal sight distance of one thousand three hundred twenty (1,320) feet as viewed from a point five (5) feet above finish grade, whichever provides the most screening.
c. Roof-mounted equipment shall be screened from view of surrounding two (2)-story (or more) residential development and, where feasible as determined by the city, from two (2)-story commercial and other types of development.
d. No equipment shall be placed on any sloped roof.
e. Refuse containers and bottled gas tanks shall be concealed by viewobscuring landscaping, fencing or walls;

2. Ground-Mounted Equipment. Ground-mounted utility, mechanical, and pool, spa, or water feature equipment shall be fully screened from ground view of surrounding properties. Such screening may consist of perimeter walls or fencing (if permitted), screen walls, or landscape planting. Equipment within unenclosed exterior side yards shall be fully screened by an opaque wall from surrounding properties and streets.

3. Solar Equipment. Solar heating equipment, whether roof- or ground-mounted shall be installed so that the underside of the equipment is not visible from surrounding properties. Roof-mounted solar panels shall not extend above the maximum allowable height of the structure and may be mounted on racks which are suitably enclosed, screened behind a parapet wall or otherwise architecturally designed to blend in with the proposed or existing structure and screen any support structure mechanisms. Panels that do not conform to roof profiles shall not exceed a height of eighteen (18) inches above the parapet or roof surface, whichever is greater, unless an applicant Move screening of
refuse/container
storage from RoofMounted Equipment
to separate section
under Equipment
Screening; create
consistency with

9.60.070 and

9.60.075 for GroundMounted Equipment;
and include
additional criteria for
solar installations.
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demonstrates a reduction in energy performance by more than 10% as compared with a more visible location or angle and said design is approved by the director. Manifolds, supply and return lines shall be painted to match the adjacent building or roof surface.

4. Access Ladders. Wall-mounted exterior roof access ladders are prohibited unless screened from view by surrounding features.

The signs and displays listed in this section are prohibited. Such signs are subject to removal by the city at the owner's or user's expense. Prohibited signs include the following:
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25. Signs with attachments which include balloons, flags or other add-on devices, unless specifically permitted in this chapter.

Clarify that
attachments to signs
are prohibited.
9 9.200.070 - Time
limits on
processing
applications.
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B. Incomplete Application Sunset Provisions. All applications which remain incomplete or inactive for a minimum six (6)-month period shall have a written thirty (30)-day warning notification forwarded to the applicant by means of certified mail or similar method. If no action is taken by the applicant regarding the application within thirty (30) days thereafter, the application shall automatically be withdrawn and closed. Incomplete, Inactive, and Abandoned Applications.

Establish process
and ability to collect a
fee for incomplete
responses for
entitlement
applications.
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5. An applicant may remove an application from “abandoned” status by paying a reactivation fee set by resolution of the city council.

6. This subsection B shall not apply if preempted by any state law regarding the processing of a specific type of development application that, but for the state law, would otherwise be subject to this section.
10 9.280.030 -
Definition of
terms.
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"Village hospitality home" means a unit located on a parcel size between four thousand five hundred (4,500) square feet and ten thousand (10,000) square feet that is not occupied by an owner or manager and that is rented in its entirety to transient guests for a period of thirty (30) consecutive calendar days or less, subject to Chapter 3.24 [Transient Occupancy Tax] and Chapter 3.25 [Short Term Vacation Rentals].
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Clarify that Village
hospitality homes are
subject to Ch. 3.25.
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City of La Quinta
CITY COUNCIL MEETING: July 21, 2026

STAFF REPORT
AGENDA TITLE: ADOPT RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE CITY PARTICIPATION IN THE COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE’S URBAN COUNTY PROGRAM FOR FEDERAL FISCAL YEARS 2027/28, 2028/29, AND 2029/30

RECOMMENDATION
Adopt a resolution to authorize City participation in the County of Riverside’s Urban County Program for Federal Fiscal Years 2027/28, 2028/29, and 2029/30; approve the Riverside County Cooperation Agreement for Community Development Block Grant Funds, Home Investment Partnership Program, and Emergency Solutions Grant Funds for Federal Fiscal Years 2027/28, 2028/29, and 2029/30; and authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement.

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
• The County of Riverside (County) is currently in the process of applying for Urban County qualification with the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for Federal Fiscal Years 2027/28, 2028/29, and 2029/30. • For the County to participate and receive program funding for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), Home Investment Partnership (HOME) Program, and Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) Program, the County must qualify as an Urban County.
• As part of the HUD application process, the County must have Cooperation Agreements (Agreement) established with participating cities that cover the Urban County qualification period.
• The City must enter into an Agreement with the County to be eligible to receive CDBG funds and to apply for HOME and ESG program funds.

FISCAL IMPACT
There is no fiscal impact associated with approval of the Agreement. Renewing the City’s agreement with the County would provide a three-year revenue source for eligible CDBG projects.

CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM NO. 4
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BACKGROUND/ANALYSIS
The Housing and Community Development Act of 1974 (Act) funds the CDBG program.

The CDBG program provides grants from HUD to local governments to provide adequate housing, suitable living environments, and expansion of economic opportunities to persons of very low, low, and moderate income. The City has participated in the CDBG program since 1983. The County’s Economic Development Agency is in the process of requalifying as an Urban County with HUD, enabling the County to receive annual CDBG, HOME, and ESG program funds. The County acts as the intermediary between HUD and the City in the distribution of CDBG funds.

City participation in the County’s CDBG program automatically allows participation in the HOME and ESG programs. These programs do not require City staff support or funding; the City acts as a liaison by providing program information to interested residents.

Key provisions of the Agreement include:
➢ City and County are obligated to take all actions necessary to ensure compliance with all applicable federal statutes.
➢ City develops a Community Development Plan for the term of the Agreement. ➢ City must follow the approved Citizen Participation Plan. ➢ City certifies there is no undue influence in the appropriation of granted CDBG funds.
➢ The City cannot opt out of the CDBG program during the Agreement period.

ALTERNATIVES
Staff does not recommend an alternative.

Prepared by: Carley Escarrega, Administrative Technician Approved by: Bryan McKinney, P.E., Public Works Director/City Engineer Attachment: 1. Resolution No. 2026-XXX
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RESOLUTION NO. 2026 – XXX

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF

LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF

LA QUINTA TO PARTICIPATE IN THE COUNTY OF
RIVERSIDE’S URBAN COUNTY PROGRAM FOR
FEDERAL FISCAL YEARS 2027-28, 2028-29, AND 2029-30
WHEREAS, the City of La Quinta has elected to participate as unit of local government (Cooperating City) in the County of Riverside’s Urban County Program for Federal Fiscal Years 2027-28, 2028-29, and 2029-30; and WHEREAS, the Cooperation Agreement will allow the County and City to carryout activities which are funded by Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), Home Investment Partnership Program (HOME) funds, and Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG); and
WHEREAS, the Cooperation Agreement will allow the Cooperating City to participate in the Urban County Consolidated Planning Programs.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of La Quinta, California, as follows:

SECTION 1. The Cooperation Agreement between the County of Riverside and the City of La Quinta is hereby approved and enclosed hereto as “Exhibit A” and incorporated by this reference.

SECTION 2. The City Council hereby authorizes and directs the City Manager to execute the Cooperation Agreement on behalf of the City of La Quinta.

PASSED, APPROVED, and ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the La Quinta City Council held on this 21
st day of July, 2026, by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:

ATTACHMENT 1
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Resolution No. 2026 – XXX
Riverside County Urban County Participation for CDBG, HOME, & ESG Adopted: July 21, 2026

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LINDA EVANS, Mayor
City of La Quinta, California
ATTEST:
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MONIKA RADEVA, City Clerk
City of La Quinta, California
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
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WILLIAM H. IHRKE, City Attorney
City of La Quinta, California
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COOPERATION AGREEMENT

FOR THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT,

HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIPS PROGRAM, AND

EMERGENCY SOLUTIONS GRANT
FOR FISCAL YEARS 2027, 2028, 2029
This Cooperation Agreement for the Community Development Block Grant, HOME Investment Partnerships Program, and the Emergency Solutions Grant for Fiscal Years 2027, 2028, and 2029, hereinafter referred to as “Agreement” is made and entered into this ______ day of __________ 2026, by and between the COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE, a political subdivision of the State of California, hereinafter referred to as "COUNTY", and CITY OF LA QUINTA, an incorporated municipality within the geographical boundaries of the COUNTY, hereinafter referred to as "CITY.” City and County individually referred to herein as “Party” and collectively as the “Parties.”

RECITALS
WHEREAS, the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, as amended (42 U.S.C.A. § 5301 et seq.) (Public Law 93-383), hereinafter called "ACT", provides that Community Development Block Grant funds hereinafter referred to as "CDBG", may be used for the support of activities that provide decent housing, suitable living environments, and expanded economic opportunities principally for persons of low and moderate-income; and WHEREAS, the HOME Investment Partnerships Act program, hereinafter referred to as “HOME,” was enacted as Title II of the National Affordable Housing Act of 1990, for the purposes of: expanding the supply of decent, affordable housing for low and very-low income families with emphasis on rental housing; building State and local capacity to carry out affordable housing programs; and providing for coordinated assistance to participants in the development of affordable low-income housing; and
WHEREAS, the Emergency Solutions Grant, hereinafter referred to as “ESG,” was authorized by the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act of 1987 and the Homeless Emergency Assistance and Rapid Transition to Housing (HEARTH) Act of 2009. The objectives of the ESG program are to increase the number and quality of emergency shelters and transitional RESOLUTION NO. 2026-XXX
ADOPTED: JULY 21, 2026

EXHIBIT A
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housing facilities for homeless individuals and families, to operate these facilities and provide essential social services, and to help prevent homelessness; WHEREAS, CDBG regulations require counties to re-qualify as an Urban County under the CDBG program every three (3) years.

WHEREAS, the chief executive officer of the COUNTY is authorized to execute this Agreement pursuant to Riverside County Ordinance No. 442.

WHEREAS, the City Manager or Mayor of CITY is authorized to execute this Agreement on the CITY’s behalf.

WHEREAS, the COUNTY Board of Supervisors on July 14, 2026 via Minute Order 30623 authorized the COUNTY Director of Housing and Workforce Solutions to execute this agreement on behalf of the COUNTY.

NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants herein set forth and the mutual benefits to be derived there from, the parties agree as follows:

1. GENERAL.
(a). This Agreement gives COUNTY authority to undertake, or assist in undertaking, activities for Fiscal Years 2027, 2028, and 2029, that will be funded from the CDBG, HOME, and ESG programs and from any program income generated from the expenditure of such funds. COUNTY and CITY agree to cooperate, to undertake, or to assist in undertaking, community renewal and lower-income housing assistance activities. COUNTY is qualified as an "Urban County" under the ACT. CITY, by executing this Agreement, hereby gives notice of its election to participate in an Urban County’s Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), Home Investment Partnerships Act (HOME), and Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) programs, hereinafter referred to as "Urban County Programs".
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consortium. The CITY may also apply for HOME funds from the State of California, if permitted by the State.
(c). By executing this Agreement, CITY understands that it may only receive a formula allocation of ESG funds through the COUNTY’S Urban County Programs. The CITY may also apply for ESG funds from the State of California, if permitted by the State.

2. TERM.

The term of this Agreement shall be for three (3) years commencing on July 1, 2027, and expiring on June 30, 2029, unless an earlier date of termination is fixed by U.S.

Department of Housing and Urban Development, hereinafter called HUD, pursuant to ACT. This Agreement shall remain in effect until funds granted and program income received during the three-year program period are expended and the funded activities completed. Neither the COUNTY nor the CITY may terminate, withdraw, or be removed from the program during the three-year program period.

This Agreement will renew automatically for participation in one successive threeyear Urban County qualification period (Federal Fiscal Years 2027-29), unless the CITY or the COUNTY provides written notice to the other party that it elects not to participate in a new qualification period. The terminating party shall send a copy of the notice of termination to the HUD field office by the date specified on the HUD Exchange Urban Counties website. By executing this Agreement, the CITY acknowledges that it has been notified in writing of the CITY’s right to make this election. A copy of this Agreement will be sent to the HUD field office by the date specified on the HUD Exchange Urban Counties website.

The Parties agree to adopt amendment(s) to this Agreement as may be required by HUD to meet any new Urban County Qualification requirement(s), when applicable. Failure by either Party to adopt any such amendment, and to submit such amendment to HUD, will void the agreement for such qualification period.

3. PREPARATION OF FEDERALLY REQUIRED FUNDING APPLICATIONS.

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Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), in a timely manner, all reports and statements required by the ACT and the Federal regulations promulgated by HUD to secure entitlement grant funding under the CDBG, HOME, and ESG programs. This duty shall include the preparation and processing of COUNTY Housing, Community, and Economic Development Needs Identification Report, Citizen Participation Plan, the County Five-Year Consolidated Plan, One-Year Action Plan, Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER), and other related programs which satisfy the application requirements of ACT and its regulations.

4. COMPLIANCE WITH FEDERAL STATUTES, REGULATIONS AND
OTHER APPLICABLE STATUTES, REGULATIONS AND ORDINANCES.
(a) COUNTY and CITY will comply with the applicable provisions of the ACT and those Federal regulations promulgated by HUD pursuant thereto, as the same currently exists or may hereafter be amended.
(b) The COUNTY and CITY are hereby obligated to take all actions necessary to assure compliance with COUNTY’s certification regarding affirmatively furthering fair housing pursuant to Section 104 (b) of Title I of ACT, as amended. (c) COUNTY and CITY will comply with the applicable provisions of the following: National Environmental Policy Act of 1969; Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the implementing regulations at 24 CFR Part 1; The Fair Housing Act, Title VIII of the Civil Rights Act of 1968, the implementing regulations at 24 CFR Part 100, and the duty to affirmatively further fair housing (AFFH); Title 24 Code of Federal Regulations part 570; Cranston-Gonzales National Affordable housing Act (Public Law 101-625); Executive Order 11063, as amended by Executive Order 12259; Executive Order 11988; the Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of 1970 (42 U.S.C.§4630, et. seq.); Section 109 of Title I of the ACT and implementing regulations at 24 CFR part 6, including Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the implementing regulations at 24 CFR Part 8, Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act and the implementing regulations at 28 CFR part 35, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975 and the implementing regulations at 24 CFR part 146, Section 3 of the Civil Rights Act of 1963, as amended, Section 3 of the Housing and Urban Development Act of 1968, the Uniform 84 CLICK HERE to Return to Agenda
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Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of 1970 and the implementing regulations at 49 CFR Part 24, and Section 104(d) of the Act and implementing regulations at 24 CFR Part 42; and other Federal or state statute or regulation applicable to the use of CDBG, HOME Investment Partnerships Act (enacted as Title II of the National Affordable Housing Act of 1990), and Emergency Solutions Grant funds.
(d) CITY agrees that the Urban County Program funding for activities in, or in support of, the CITY are prohibited if CITY does not affirmatively further fair housing within CITY’S jurisdiction or impedes COUNTY actions to comply with its fair housing certification. (e) CITY and COUNTY shall meet the citizen participation requirements of 24 CFR 570.301 and provide Urban County Program citizens with all of the following:
i. The estimate of the amount of CDBG funds proposed to be used for activities that will benefit persons of low and moderate-income; ii. A plan for minimizing displacement of persons as a result of activities assisted with CDBG funds and to assist persons actually displaced as a result of such activities;
iii. A plan that provides for and encourages citizen participation, with particular emphasis on participation by persons of low and moderate-incomes, residents of slum and blighted areas, and of areas in which funds are proposed to be used, and provides for participation of residents in low and moderate-income neighborhoods; iv. Reasonable and timely access to local meetings, information, and records relating to the grantee’s proposed use of funds, as required by the regulations of the Secretary, and relating to the actual use of funds under the ACT; v. Provide for public meetings to obtain citizen views and to respond to proposals and questions at all stages of the community development program, including at least the development of needs, the review of proposed activities and review of program performance.

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(f). CITY shall develop a community development plan, for the period of this Agreement, which identifies community development and housing needs and specifies both short and long-term community development objectives.
(g). CITY certifies, to the best of its knowledge and belief, that:
i. No Federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid, by or on behalf of the CITY, to any person influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of any agency, a Member of Congress, an officer or employee of Congress, or an employee of a Member of Congress, in connection with the awarding of any Federal contract, the making of any Federal grant, the making of any Federal loan, the entering into of any cooperative agreement, and the extension, continuation, renewal, amendment or modification of any Federal contract, grant, loan or cooperative agreement.
ii. If any funds other than Federally-appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid to any person for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of any agency, a Member of Congress, an officer or employee of Congress, or an employee of a Member of Congress, in connection with this Federal contract, grant, loan, or cooperative agreement, the undersigned shall complete and submit standard Form-LLL, "Disclosure Form to Report Lobbying", in accordance with its instructions.
iii. The CITY shall require that the language provided in Sections 4(c) of this Agreement be included in the award documents for all sub-awards at all tiers (including subcontracts, sub- grants and contracts under grants, loans, and cooperative agreements) and that all sub-recipients shall certify and disclose accordingly. This certification is a material representation of fact upon which reliance was placed when this transaction was made or entered into.
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facility or location which is the subject of such non-violent civil rights demonstrations within its jurisdiction.

5. COMPLIANCE WITH POLICY AND PROGRAM OBJECTIVES.

The COUNTY’s Board of Supervisors have adopted policies and procedures to ensure efficient and effective administration of the CDBG, HOME and ESG programs. COUNTY will provide these policies and procedures to CITY within a reasonable time after this Agreement’s commencement date. COUNTY and City agree to comply with these said policies and program objectives and to take no actions to obstruct implementation of the approved 2024-2029 Five Year Consolidated Plan and the subsequent Five-Year Consolidated Plan.

6. OTHER AGREEMENTS
Pursuant to Federal regulations at 24 CFR 570.501(b), CITY is subject to the same requirements applicable to sub-recipients, including the requirement of a written agreement set forth in Federal regulations at 24 CFR 570.503. For each fiscal year during the term of this Agreement, COUNTY and CITY shall enter into an additional agreement, commonly known as a Supplemental Agreement, that will have a term coinciding with a CDBG Program Year and enumerate the project(s) CITY will implement with its entitlement funds. Said Supplemental Agreement will set forth the time schedule for completion of said project(s) and any funding sources, in addition to entitlement funds, that will be used in completing the project(s). If substantial compliance with the completion schedule, due to unforeseen or uncontrollable circumstances, cannot be met by CITY, the schedule for the project(s) may be extended by COUNTY. If COUNY determines that substantial progress toward drawdown of funds is not made during the term of the Supplemental Agreement, the entitlement funds associated with the project(s) may be reprogrammed by COUNTY, to other activities as determined by COUNTY, after COUNTY provides appropriate written notice to CITY. COUNTY's decision not to extend the completion schedule associated with the project(s), or to reprogram the entitlement funds associated with the project(s), will not excuse CITY from complying with terms of this Agreement.

7. DETERMINATION OF PROJECTS TO BE FUNDED AND
DISTRIBUTION OF ENTITLEMENT FUNDS.
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CITY agrees to submit to COUNTY in writing, no later than the date specified by COUNTY prior to each program year, the activities that the CITY desires to implement with its entitlement funds, said designation to comply with statutory and regulatory provisions governing citizen's participation. Said designation is to be reviewed by the COUNTY's Housing and Workforce Solutions to determine that the projects are eligible under Federal regulations for funding and inclusion in the One Year Action Plan of the County’s Five-Year Consolidated Plan and consistent with both Federal and COUNTY policy governing use of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds.

In the event that CITY fails to submit to COUNTY the identified activities that the CITY desires to implement with its entitlement funds by the date specified prior to each program year, the COUNTY may determine the activities to be funded, without consent of the CITY, consistent with both Federal and COUNTY policy governing use of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds.

Consistent with Sections 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7 of this Agreement, COUNTY's Board of Supervisors will make the final determination of the distribution and disposition of all CDBG funds received by COUNTY pursuant to the Act.

8. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT MANUAL.

CITY warrants that those officers, employees, and agents, retained by it and responsible for implementing projects funded with CDBG have received, reviewed, and will follow the Community Development Block Grant Manual that has been prepared and amended by COUNTY, which Manual is incorporated herein and made a part hereof by this reference.

9. REAL PROPERTY ACQUIRED OR PUBLIC FACILITY
CONSTRUCTED WITH CDBG FUNDS.

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as those laws may be amended from time-to-time and any Federal or state regulations issued to implement the aforementioned laws.

In addition, the following is to occur:
(a) Title to the real property shall vest in CITY;
(b) The real property title will be held by or the constructed facility will be maintained by the CITY for the approved use until five years after the date that the CITY is no longer considered by HUD to be a part of the metropolitan city or urban county, pursuant to 24 CFR 570.501(b).
(c) While held by CITY, the real property or the constructed facility is to be used exclusively for the purpose for which acquisition or construction was originally approved by COUNTY;
(d) CITY shall provide timely written notice to COUNTY of any action which would result in a modification or change in the use of the real property purchased or improved, in whole or in part, with CDBG or HOME funds from that planned at the time of acquisition or improvement, including disposition.
(e) CITY shall provide timely written notice to citizens and opportunity to comment on any proposed modification or change;
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(g) Should CITY desire during the five (5) year period to use the real property or the constructed facility for a purpose not consistent with applicable Federal regulations governing CDBG funds or to sell the real property or facility, then:
(i) If CITY desires to retain title, it will have to reimburse either COUNTY or the Federal government an amount that represents the percentage of current fair market value that is identical to the percentage that CDBG funds initially comprised when the property was acquired or the facility was constructed;
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or facility, CITY is to reimburse the COUNTY an amount that represents the percentage of proceeds realized by the sale that is identical to the percentage that CDBG funds comprised of the monies paid to initially acquire the property or construct the facility. This percentage amount will be calculated after deducting all actual and reasonable cost of sale from the sale proceeds.

10. DISPOSITION OF INCOME GENERATED BY THE EXPENDITURE
OF CDBG FUNDS.

CITY shall inform COUNTY in writing of any income generated by the expenditure of CDBG funds received by CITY from COUNTY. CITY may not retain program income so generated. Any and all program income shall be returned to the County and may only be used for eligible activities in accordance with all CDBG requirements, including all requirements for citizen participation.

The COUNTY is required by HUD to monitor and report the receipt and use of all program income. CITY is required to track, monitor, and report any and all program income as requested by COUNTY.

11. TERMINATION.

Except as provided for in Section 2, CITY and COUNTY cannot terminate or withdraw from this Agreement while it remains in effect.

12. NOTICES.

All correspondence and notices required or contemplated by this Agreement shall be delivered to the respective parties at the addresses set forth below and are deemed submitted two days after their deposit in the United States mail, postage prepaid:

COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE CITY OF LA QUINTA
Heidi Marshall, Director Jon McMillen, City Manager
County of Riverside HWS City of La Quinta
3403 Tenth Street, Suite 300 78-495 Calle Tampico
Riverside, CA 92501 La Quinta, CA 92253
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13. AGREEMENT ADMINISTRATION.

The City Manager of the CITY, and the Director of Housing and Workforce Solutions of County of Riverside, or their designee, shall administer the terms and conditions of this Agreement for their respective city or county.

14. COOPERATION; FURTHER ACT.

The PARTIES shall cooperate fully with one another, and shall take any additional acts or sign any additional documents as may be necessary, appropriate or convenient to attain the purpose of the Agreement.

15. NO THIRD-PARTY BENEFICIARIES.

This Agreement is made and entered into for the sole protection and benefit of the PARTIES hereto and shall not create any rights in any third parties. No other person or entity shall have any right or action based upon the provisions of the Agreement.

16. SECTION HEADINGS.

The Section headings herein are for the convenience of the PARTIES only and shall not be deemed to govern, limit, modify or in any manner affect the scope, meaning or intent of the provisions or language of this Agreement.

17. FORMER AGREEMENTS UTILIZING COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUNDS BETWEEN COUNTY AND CITY.

All agreements between CITY and COUNTY regarding the use of CDBG funds for fiscal years 1975-76 through fiscal years 2026-27 and any Supplemental Agreements there under, shall remain in full force and effect. If the language of this Agreement is in conflict or inconsistent with the terms of any prior said agreements between CITY and COUNTY, the language of this Agreement will be controlling.

18. INDEMNIFICATION
CITY agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless COUNTY and its authorized officers, employees, agents, and volunteers from any and all claims, actions, losses, damages, and/or liability arising from CITY acts, errors or omissions and for any costs or expenses incurred by COUNTY on account of any claim therefore, except where such indemnifications is prohibited 91 CLICK HERE to Return to Agenda
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by law. CITY shall promptly notify COUNTY in writing of the occurrence of any such claims, actions, losses, damages, and/or liability.

CITY shall indemnify and hold harmless COUNTY against any liability, claims, losses, demands, and actions incurred by COUNTY as a result of the determination by HUD or its successor that activities undertaken by CITY under the program(s) fail to comply with any laws, regulations, or policies applicable thereto or that any funds billed by and disbursed to CITY under this Agreement were improperly expended.

19. COMPLIANCE WITH LAWS AND REGULATIONS.

By executing this Agreement, the Parties hereby certify that they will adhere to and comply with all Federal, state and local laws, regulations and ordinances.

20. ENTIRE AGREEMENT.

It is expressly agreed that this Agreement embodies the entire agreement of the Parties in relation to the subject matter hereof, and that no other agreement or understanding, verbal or otherwise, relative to this subject matter, exists between the Parties at the time of execution.

21. SEVERABILITY.

Each paragraph and provision of this Agreement is severable from each other provision and in the event any provision in this Agreement is held by a court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, void, or unenforceable, the remaining provision will never the less continue in full force without being impaired or invalidated in any way.

22. ASSIGNMENT.

CITY shall not make any sale, assignment, conveyance or lease of any trust or power, or transfer in any other form with respect to this Agreement, or delegate or assign any interest in this Agreement without prior written approval of the County.

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and purposes of the Parties hereto, and the rule of construction to the effect that ambiguities are to be resolved against the drafting Party shall not be employed in interpreting this Agreement, all Parties having been represented by counsel in the negotiation and preparation hereof.

24. WAIVER.

Failure by a Party to insist upon the strict performance of any of the provisions of this Agreement by the other Party, or the failure by a Party to exercise its rights upon the default of the other Party, shall not constitute a waiver of such Party’s right to insist and demand strict compliance by the other Party with the terms of this Agreement thereafter.

25. JURISDICTION AND VENUE.

Any action at law or in equity arising under this Agreement or brought by a Party hereto for the purpose of enforcing, construing or determining the validity of any provision of this Agreement shall be filed in the Superior Court of California, County of Riverside, State of California, and the Parties hereto waive all provisions of law providing for the filing, removal or change of venue to any other court or jurisdiction.

26. AMENDMENTS
No change, amendment, or modification to the Agreement shall be valid or binding upon CITY or COUNTY unless such change, amendment, or modification is in writing and duly executed. CITY and COUNTY agree to adopt any necessary amendments to this Agreement to incorporate changes required by HUD as set forth in the Urban County Qualification Notice.

Amendments must be submitted to HUD as provided in the Urban County Qualification Notice and failure to do so will void the automatic renewal for such qualification period.

27. PROHIBITION OF CDBG FUND TRANSFER
Parties to this Agreement understand and agree that they may not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer all or any portion of CDBG Part 52 funds to a Metropolitan City, Urban County, unit of general local government, or insular area that directly or indirectly receives CDBG funds in exchange for any funds, credits, or non-Federal considerations, but must use such funds for activities eligible under Title I of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, as amended
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28. EMERGENCY SOLUTIONS GRANT FORMULA ALLOCATION
CITY acknowledges that while participating in the COUNTY’s Urban County program, CITY can only receive a formula Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) allocation from the Urban County program and only at such times as authorized by the Board of Supervisors. The CITY and COUNTY may also apply for ESG funds from the State of California, if permitted by the State.

29. HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIP ACT FORMULA

ALLOCATION
CITY acknowledges that while participating in the COUNTY’s Urban County program, CITY can only receive a formula HOME allocation from the Urban County program and only at such times as authorized by the Board of Supervisors. The CITY and COUNTY may also apply for HOME funds from the State of California, if permitted by the State.

30. AUTHORITY TO EXECUTE.

The persons executing this Agreement or exhibits attached hereto on behalf of the Parties to this Agreement hereby warrant and represent that they have the authority to execute this Agreement and warrant and represent that they have the authority to bind the respective Parties to this Agreement to the performance of its obligations hereunder.

31. INCORPORATION OF RECITALS
The Parties hereby affirm the facts set forth in the recitals above. Said recitals are incorporated herein and made an operative part of this Agreement.

32. COUNTERPARTS
This Agreement may be executed in multiple counterparts, each of which shall be deemed an original, but all of which, together, shall constitute one and the same instrument. [SIGNATURES ON FOLLOWING PAGE]
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the COUNTY and CITY have executed this Agreement on the date shown below.

Date: _______________________

COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE, CITY OF LA QUINTA,
a political subdivision of the a charter city
State of California
BY: ____________________________ BY: _________________________ Heidi Marshall, Director Mayor or City Manager
Housing and Workforce Solutions
APPROVED AS TO FORM: ATTEST:

Minh C. Tran,
County Counsel
BY: ________________________
By: __________________________________ City Clerk
Braden Holly
Deputy County Counsel

APPROVED AS TO FORM:

BY: __________________________
City Attorney
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COUNTY COUNSEL CERTIFICATION
The Office of County Counsel of the County of Riverside hereby certifies that the terms and provisions of this Agreement are fully authorized under state and local law and that the Agreement provides full legal authority for the COUNTY to undertake, or assist in undertaking, essential community development and housing assistance activities specifically urban renewal and publicly assisted housing.

County Counsel
By: ____
Deputy County Counsel, Braden Holly
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CITY COUNCIL MEETING: July 21, 2026

STAFF REPORT
AGENDA TITLE: AUTHORIZE OVERNIGHT TRAVEL FOR FOUR DESIGN AND

DEVELOPMENT STAFF MEMBERS TO ATTEND THE AMERICAN PLANNING ASSOCIATION CALIFORNIA CHAPTER’S ANNUAL CONFERENCE IN LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA, OCTOBER 3-6, 2026

RECOMMENDATION
Authorize overnight travel for four members of the Design and Development Department to attend the American Planning Association California Chapter’s Annual Conference in Los Angeles, California, Saturday, October 3 through Tuesday, October 6, 2026.

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
 The American Planning Association (APA) California Chapter is a network of practicing planners, citizens, and elected officials committed to urban, suburban, regional, and rural planning in the State of California.  The APA Conference attendees will participate in educational sessions, discussion forums, and networking.

FISCAL IMPACT
Estimated expenses are $3,500 per attendee, which includes conference registration, travel, lodging, and meals. Funds are available in the Planning Division fiscal year (FY) 2026/27 Travel and Training budget (Account No. 101-6002-60320).

BACKGROUND/ANALYSIS
Conference attendees will participate in educational sessions, discussion forums, and networking opportunities relevant to current planning practices and legislative trends. The conference includes keynote speakers, hands-on workshops, concurrent tracks of programs/seminars, and practical “nuts and bolts” planning sessions on topics including recent trends and best practices regarding land use policies, housing, community engagement, and environmental legislation.

The conference would be attended by the Design and Development Director and three members of the Planning Division. Department operations will remain staffed during the conference to ensure continuity of service.

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ALTERNATIVES
Council may elect not to authorize this request or modify the number of attendees.

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CITY COUNCIL MEETING: July 21, 2026

STAFF REPORT
AGENDA TITLE: AUTHORIZE OVERNIGHT TRAVEL FOR THE DEPUTY CITY CLERK

TO ATTEND THE LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES CITY CLERK DEPARTMENT LEGISLATIVE MEETINGS IN ANAHEIM, CALIFORNIA, SEPTEMBER 23, 2026

RECOMMENDATION
Authorize overnight travel for the Deputy City Clerk to attend the League of California Cities City Clerk Department Legislative Meetings in Anaheim, California, on September 23, 2026.

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
 The League of California Cities (League) is an association of California cities who collaborate to exchange information and combine resources to influence state legislation.
 The League’s Pre-Conference City Clerk Department Legislative Meetings provides attendees with the opportunity to participate in discussion forums, receive updates on key topics, and networking.
 Staff will gain knowledge in key areas such as updates on legislative matters, Fair Political Practices Commissions requirements, Public Records Act, records management practices, and performance management strategies.

FISCAL IMPACT
Estimated expenses are $550, which include registration, travel, lodging and meals. As the training begins early on September 23, 2026, one night of overnight travel is included in the estimated cost. Funds are available in fiscal year 2026/27 City Clerk’s Travel and Training budget (Account No. 101-1005-60320).

BACKGROUND/ANALYSIS
The League is an association of California city officials who work together to enhance their knowledge and skills, exchanging information, and combine resources so that may influence State and federal policy decisions that affect cities.

This half-day conference provides participants with tools and resources to stay current on new legislation and best practices; and will review key topics such as elections, legislative CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM NO. 6
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updates, and strategies for success in performance management. The conference also provides an opportunity for networking with other industry professionals.

ALTERNATIVES
Council may elect to modify or not approve the request.

Prepared by: Olivia Rodriguez, Deputy City Clerk
Approved by: Monika Radeva, City Clerk
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CITY COUNCIL MEETING: July 21, 2026

STAFF REPORT
AGENDA TITLE: AUTHORIZE OVERNIGHT TRAVEL FOR THE MARKETING MANAGER

TO ATTEND TOURISM OUTREACH ACTIVATION IN SEATTLE, WASHINGTON, AUGUST 21 - 24, 2026

RECOMMENDATION
Authorize overnight travel for the Marketing Manager to attend a Tourism Outreach Activation in Seattle, Washington, August 21 - 24, 2026.

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
 City staff along with JNS Next, the City’s Advertising Agency, is creating an outreach activation in Seattle, Washington to attract tourism to La Quinta.  The main outreach will take place at Occidental Square in Pioneer Square district to reach Seattle locals that fit the demographic of travelers to the City.

FISCAL IMPACT
Estimated expenses are $2000; this cost includes flight, lodging, transportation, and meals.

Funds are available in the 2026/27 Marketing Department’s Travel and Training budget (101-3007-60320).

BACKGROUND/ANALYSIS
Previously the City held an activation at the Little Italy Farmers Market in San Diego, CA to promote La Quinta’s direct drive market destination to locals and visitors. This year an outreach activation will take place in the City’s direct flight market of Seattle, Washington.

The activation will include an interactive digital walk-through LED display showcasing the landscape and natural amenities of La Quinta to residents and visitors of Occidental Square in the historic Pioneer Square district. Staff will be on hand to promote the destination while inviting participants to “experience” La Quinta through the activation. The City’s Public Relation team from Ace Agency will also be on hand to work with invited media showcasing the activation as well as capturing video and photo assets.

ALTERNATIVES
Council may elect not to approve this request.

Prepared by: Marcie Graham, Marketing Manager
Approved by: Jon McMillen, City Manager
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CITY COUNCIL MEETING: July 21, 2026

STAFF REPORT
AGENDA TITLE: AUTHORIZE OVERNIGHT TRAVEL FOR MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS CREW LEAD TO ATTEND YEAR 2 OF CALIFORNIA PARKS AND

RECREATION SOCIETY MAINTENANCE MANAGEMENT SCHOOL IN LAKE ARROWHEAD, CALIFORNIA, NOVEMBER 2 - 6, 2026

RECOMMENDATION
Authorize overnight travel for the Maintenance and Operations Crew Lead to attend year 2 of California Parks and Recreation Society Maintenance Management School in Lake Arrowhead, California, November 2 – 6, 2026.

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
• The California Parks and Recreation Society (CPRS) Maintenance Management School (MMS) provides management and maintenance operations personnel with a systematic approach to maintenance resource management. • Year 2 of MMS builds on the curriculum of year 1, students learn about implementing a Maintenance Management Plan through resource management.

FISCAL IMPACT
Estimated expenses are $2,250, which includes registration, travel, lodging, parking, and meals. Funds are available in the Park’s travel and training budget (Account No. 101- 3005-60320).

BACKGROUND/ANALYSIS
CPRS MMS is a 5-year program for maintenance resource management. Year 2 builds on the curriculum of year 1. Students learn more about managing budgets, the politics of maintenance management, ethical and professional issues, principals of contracting and outsourcing, public speaking, and leadership. There is an emphasis on “Innovative Elements” student presentations, each student will present an idea that has been implemented in park operations, maintenance, programming or management. This may involve personnel, safety, equipment, preventive maintenance, operations, design or any other area related to outdoor maintenance management. The program also provides networking opportunities with professionals from other cities.

CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM NO. 8
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ALTERNATIVES
Council may elect not to authorize this request.

Prepared by: Dianne Hansen, Maintenance & Operations Superintendent Approved by:Tony Ulloa, Public Works Deputy Director
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City of La Quinta
CITY COUNCIL MEETING: July 21, 2026

STAFF REPORT
AGENDA TITLE: ACCEPT ON-SITE IMPROVEMENTS ASSOCIATED WITH THE DIAMANTE RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT, TRACT MAP NO. 30138, LOCATED ON THE NORTH SIDE OF AVENUE 52 WEST OF MADISON STREET

RECOMMENDATION
Accept the on-site improvements associated with Tract Map No. 30138, Diamante; authorize staff to release performance security; and direct staff to release the labor and materials security 90 days after City Council acceptance of the on-site improvements.

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
• Diamante is a residential project located on the north side of Avenue 52 west of Madison Street (Attachment 1).
• La Quinta 47, LLC (Developer) has requested release of the performance, labor and materials securities.
• Since all on-site improvements have been completed, staff recommends acceptance, and release of the performance, labor and materials securities.

FISCAL IMPACT – None.

BACKGROUND/ANALYSIS
The Developer has completed all on-site improvements required by Tract Map No. 30138.

The improvements include street, storm drain, sewer, water, dry utilities, landscaping, and setting monumentation. Staff inspected the on-site improvements and verified they meet City-approved plans and standards.

ALTERNATIVES
Accepting improvements is a ministerial action necessary for the release of the improvement securities. Since the improvements have been inspected and meet City standards, staff does not recommend an alternative action.

Prepared by: Amy Yu, Public Works Development Service Manager Approved by: Bryan McKinney, P.E., Public Works Director/City Engineer Attachment: 1. Vicinity Map
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM NO.NO. 9
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V I C I N I T Y M A P

NOT TO SCALE
Tract Map No. 30138
ATTACHMENT 1
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City of La Quinta
CITY COUNCIL MEETING: July 21, 2026

STAFF REPORT
AGENDA TITLE: ACCEPT FISCAL YEAR 2025/26 PAVEMENT MANAGEMENT PLAN SLURRY SEAL IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT NO. 2025-02 LOCATED AT VARIOUS

LOCATIONS

RECOMMENDATION
Accept the Fiscal Year 2025/26 Pavement Management Plan Slurry Seal Improvements Project No. 2025-02 as complete; authorize the City Clerk to file a Notice of Completion with the Office of the County Recorder; and authorize staff to release retention in the amount of $214,817, after the Notice of Completion is recorded.

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
 The project included over 3,400,000 square feet of slurry seal and grind and overlay on various streets within city limits (Attachment 1).  The work is complete and Council acceptance will close the contract and allow final payment.

FISCAL IMPACT
The following is the financial accounting for Project No. 2025-02:

Original Contract Amount $ 4,183,636
Contract Change Orders No. 1-3 $ 112,702
Final Contract Amount $ 4,296,338
Project Budget $ 5,210,737
Final Contract Amount ($ 4,296,338)
Design & Professional Costs ($ 83,776)
Inspection, Survey, Plans, & Other Construction Costs ($ 24,571) Anticipated Funds Remaining* $ 806,052
* All costs to date have been accounted for and no further costs are anticipated.

There are adequate funds to close this project; the final retention amount of $214,817 will be paid from account number 401-0000-20600.

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BACKGROUND/ANALYSIS
On November 18, 2025, Council awarded a $4,183,636 contract to Romero General Construction Corp.

On January 15, 2026, a Notice to Proceed was issued with a 50-working day completion time starting on January 26, 2026, and ending on April 6, 2026. The project was deemed substantially complete on April 8, 2026. No liquidated damages or early completion incentives are recommended.

Contract Change Orders Nos. 1, 2, and 3 were issued for additional work and bid quantity adjustments. Change Order No. 2 also extended the completion date to May 15, 2026.

The project construction effort is complete and in compliance with the plans and specifications. Staff recommends acceptance and release of the retention after the Notice of Completion is recorded.

ALTERNATIVES
Staff does not recommend an alternative.

Prepared by: Carley Escarrega, Administrative Technician Approved by: Bryan McKinney, P.E., Public Works Director/City Engineer Attachment: 1. Vicinity Map

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FY 2025/26 Pavement Management Plan Improvements
ATTACHMENT 1
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City of La Quinta
CITY COUNCIL MEETING: July 21, 2026

STAFF REPORT
AGENDA TITLE: APPROVE AMENDMENT NO. 4 TO AGREEMENT FOR CONTRACT SERVICES WITH RY+AO FOR MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS YARD PROJECT NO. 2018-05 FOR CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS SERVICES

RECOMMENDATION
Approve Amendment No. 4 to Agreement for Contract Services with RY+AO for Maintenance and Operations Yard Project No. 2018-05 Construction Documents Services; and authorize the City Manager to execute the amendment.

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
• On August 6, 2024, Council approved an agreement with RY+AO to provide Programming Study (Phase 1) for the Maintenance and Operations Yard. This agreement included the potential to continue Phases 1 and 3 with executed amendments.
• Since then, Council has approved the following amendments to the agreement:
✓ Amendment No. 1, executed on January 21, 2025, to begin Preliminary Desing (Phase 2), after Council accepted the Programming Study. ✓ Amendment No. 2, executed on August 5, 2025, tallowing Final Design and bid/construction support to begin (Phase 3).
✓ Amendment No. 3, executed on December 2025, to extend the contract term to December 31, 2026.
• Proposed Amendment No. 4 (Attachment 2) to the agreement includes a $10,300 increase in compensation to cover additional services as part of the final design and bid/construction support.

FISCAL IMPACT
The proposed Amendment No. 4 includes a $10,300 increase in compensation to cover additional design services as part of the final design and bid/construction support, for a total not to exceed amount of $1,135,185.

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Budget for the Project was allocated in fiscal years 2019/20, 2023/24, 2024/25, 2025/2026, and 2026/2027 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) in the amount of $19,753,539, which includes $19,111,013 in Measure G funding and $642,526 in Maintenance and Facilities DIF. The following is the Project budget:
* Staff recommends bringing the estimate back to Council once the final plans and estimate are prepared.

BACKGROUND/ANALYSIS
The City of La Quinta’s Maintenance and Operations (M&O) Yard is a proposed state-ofthe-art facility that will replace outdated and non-compliant buildings currently located adjacent to Fritz Burns Park. The 10-acre site is shared with Fire Station No. 32, a former fire station, and the park, which includes a swimming pool, playground, restrooms, tennis and pickleball courts, a skate park, a dog park, and off-street parking.

The Project is comprised of three phases as follows:
• Phase 1 – perform appropriate engineering-related field surveys and prepare the base map; update the Project’s Master Plan and Facility Needs Assessment; and perform the Planning and Programming Step for the proposed maintenance office and crew quarters, and any amendments to the exterior storage facilities. • Phase 2 – prepare preliminary plans and cost estimates for the proposed site layout based on the selected Master Plan Needs Assessment option. • Phase 3 – prepare final plans, specifications, and cost estimates from the preliminary plans.

The project consolidates five Public Works operational units into a single, modern facility to improve efficiency, enhance safety, and support long-term operational needs. Through program refinements, the design has been streamlined to approximately 12,400 square feet on a 2.82-acre portion of the site.

The new facility will include flexible office space, training rooms, maintenance bays, modern restrooms, and optimized storage for tools, fleet vehicles, and materials. Site improvements will feature redesigned parking for staff and fleet, pedestrian accessibility upgrades, material storage zones, and a nursery area. Sustainability remains a key focus, with energy-efficient systems, Title 24 compliance, and renewable energy infrastructure Project Budget*
Professional $ 190,000
Master Planning/Design $ 1,421,474
Construction $ 13,000,000
Inspection/Testing/Survey $ 300,000
Contingency $ 4,842,065
TOTAL: $ 19,753,539
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designed to meet at least 15% of annual energy needs. Future-proofing elements include EV charging provisions and scalable infrastructure.

Phase 3 Final Design is nearing completion, and to maintain project momentum and avoid delays, staff recommends approving the proposed Amendment to include additional final design services and increase the compensation to cover the related costs. The additional final design services authorization allows RY+AO to provide a power study to determine the existing available power and new power contribution from the new photovoltaic (PV) system and dry utility. The study will evaluate whether a combination of the existing meters/panels available power, along with the additional power form the new PV design and the electrical utility, will be sufficient to meet the building power requirements.

ALTERNATIVES
Staff does not recommend an alternative.

Prepared by: Carley Escarrega, Administrative Technician Approved by: Bryan McKinney, P.E., Public Works Director/City Engineer Attachments: 1. Site Plan Exhibit

2. Amendment No. 4 to Agreement for Contract Services
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Site Plan Exhibit
Existing Public Works Yard
Total Acreage = 10 acres
(Not to Scale)
Legend
Public Works Yard
ATTACHMENT 1
ATTACHMENT 1
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AMENDMENT NO. 4 TO AGREEMENT FOR CONTRACT SERVICES WITH RY+AO (CONTRACTING PARTY)
This Amendment No. 4 ("Amendment 4") to Agreement for Contract Services (“Agreement") is made and entered into as of the 5th day of May, 2026 ("Effective Date") by and in between the CITY OF LA QUINTA ("City"), a California municipal corporation, and Richard Yen & Associates Architects & Planners, Inc., a California Corporation, d/b/a RY+AO ("Contracting Party").

RECITALS
WHEREAS, on or about August 12th, 2024, the City and Contracting Party entered into an Agreement to provide Professional Planning and Design Services for the City's Maintenance and Operations Yard, Project No. 2018-05, for a total not to exceed amount of $222,806. The Term of the Agreement expires on December 31, 2025 ("Initial Term"); and
WHEREAS, on or about January 22, 2025, the City and Contracting Party mutually agreed to execute Amendment 1 to amend: (1) Section 1.1 – Scope of Services and related Exhibit A of the Agreement to include Phase 2 services as identified in Exhibit A attached thereto; and (2) Section 2.1 – Contract Sum and related Exhibit B attached thereto, increasing compensation by $337,401, for a total not to exceed amount of $560,207; and
WHEREAS, on or about August 5, 2025, the City and Contracting Party mutually agreed to execute Amendment 2 to amend: (1) Section 1.1 – Scope of Services and related Exhibit A of the Agreement to include Phase 3 services as identified in Exhibit A attached thereto; and (2) Section 2.1 – Contract Sum and related Exhibit B attached thereto, increasing compensation by $564,678, for a total not to exceed amount of $1,124,885; and
WHEREAS, on or about December 23, 2025, the City and Contracting Party executed Amendment 3 to amend: Section 3.4 – Term to extend the Term of the Agreement for one additional year, from January 1, 2026, through December 31, 2026 (“Extended Term”); and
WHEREAS, the City and Contracting Party mutually agree to amend Section 1.1 – Scope of Services and related Exhibit A of the Agreement to include additional services as identified in Exhibit A of this Amendment 4; and
WHEREAS, the City and Contracting Party mutually agree to amend Section 2.1 – Contract Sum and related Exhibit B to increase compensation by $10,300, for a total not to exceed amount of $1,135,185, as identified in Exhibit B of this Amendment 4.

ATTACHMENT 2
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NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of mutual covenants herein contained, the parties agree as follows:

AMENDMENT
In consideration of the foregoing Recitals and the covenants and promises hereinafter contained, and for good and valuable consideration, the sufficiency and receipt of which are hereby acknowledged, the parties hereto agree as follows:

1. Section 1.1 Scope of Services is amended to read as follows:

1.1 Scope of Services. In compliance with all terms and conditions of this Agreement, Contracting Party shall provide those services related to design and related professional services for the City’s Maintenance and Operations Yard, as specified in the Scope of Services attached hereto as “Exhibit A” and incorporated herein by this reference (the “Services”). Contracting Party represents and warrants that Contracting Party is a provider of first-class work and/or services and Contracting Party is experienced in performing the Services contemplated herein and, in light of such status and experience, Contracting Party covenants that it shall follow industry standards in performing the Services required hereunder, and that all materials, if any, will be of good quality, fit for the purpose intended. For purposes of this Agreement, the phrase “industry standards” shall mean those standards of practice recognized by one or more first-class performing similar services under similar circumstances.

2. “Exhibit A” – Scope of Services is amended to include the additional services detailed in Exhibit A, attached to this Amendment No. 4, and incorporated herein by this reference.

3. Section 2.1 Contract Sum is amended to read as follows:

2.1 Contract Sum. For the Services rendered pursuant to this Agreement, Contracting Party shall be compensated in accordance with “Exhibit B” (the “Schedule of Compensation”) in a total amount not to exceed One Million One Hundred Thirty-Five Thousand One Hundred Eighty-Five Dollars ($1,135,185) (the “Contract Sum”), for the life of the Agreement, encompassing the Initial and any Extended Terms (the “Contract Sum”), except as provided in Section 1.7.

4. “Exhibit B” – Schedule of Compensation is amended as listed in “Exhibit B,” attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference.

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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the City and Contracting Party have executed Amendment No. 4 to the Agreement on the respective dates set forth below:

CITY OF LA QUINTA RY+AO:
a California Municipal Corporation
________________________________ __________________________________ JON McMILLEN, City Manager Name: Jianshan Liang________________ City of La Quinta, California Title: CEO________________________ Dated: ___________________________ Dated: ____________________________ ATTEST:
_________________________________
MONIKA RADEVA, City Clerk
City of La Quinta, California
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
_________________________________
WILLIAM H. IHRKE, City Attorney
City of La Quinta, California
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Exhibit A
Scope of Services
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Exhibit B
Schedule of Compensation
With the exception of compensation for Additional Services, provided for in Section 2.3 of this Agreement, the maximum total compensation to be paid to Contracting Party under this Agreement is One Million One Hundred Thirty-Five Thousand One Hundred Eighty-Five Dollars ($1,135,185) (“Contract Sum”). The Contract Sum shall be paid to Contracting Party in conformance with Section 2.2 of the Agreement. 119 CLICK HERE to Return to Agenda
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City of La Quinta
CITY COUNCIL MEETING: July 21, 2026

STAFF REPORT
AGENDA TITLE: APPROPRIATE ADDITIONAL FUNDING AND APPROVE AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO AGREEMENT FOR CONTRACT SERVICES WITH SYNTECH

GROUP, INC FOR MANAGED INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES

RECOMMENDATION
Appropriate additional funding of $66,000 in fiscal year 2026/27 and approve Amendment No. 1 to Agreement for Contract Services with Syntech Group, Inc. for Managed Information Technology (IT) to add onsite and offsite server backup services; and authorize the City Manager to execute the amendment.

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
 On June 2, 2026, Council approved an Agreement for Contract Services with Syntech Group, Inc. (Syntech) for managed IT services for a total not-to-exceed amount of $641,000 through June 30, 2027.
 Proposed Amendment No. 1 would add fully managed onsite and offsite server backup services beginning August 1, 2026, at $6,000 per month, for a total not-toexceed amount of $66,000 through June 30, 2027.  If approved, this amendment would increase the total agreement amount from $641,000 to $707,000, while leaving the remainder of the agreement unchanged.

FISCAL IMPACT
If approved, Amendment No. 1 will increase the compensation under the agreement with Syntech by $66,000, for a total not to exceed amount to $707,000. Council approval of this item includes an appropriation from General Fund Unassigned Reserves of $66,000 to Account No. 502-0000-60104 (Consultants) in FY 2026/27 for server backup services.

MANAGED IT SERVICES
Fiscal Year (FY) Cost
Original Agreement
FY 2025/26 – June 2026 $ 46,712
FY 2026/27 $ 560,544
Amendment 1
FY 2026/27 – onsite and offsite backup for servers $ 66,000 Contingency (equipment, software, etc.) $ 33,744
Total $ 707,000
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BACKGROUND/ANALYSIS
On June 2, 2026, Council approved an agreement with Syntech for managed IT services to support the City’s ongoing operational and technology needs through June 30, 2027.

Proposed Amendment No. 1 will modify the existing fully managed server backup service tier in order to strengthen data protection, business continuity, and disaster recovery capabilities for City operations. These services negotiated by Syntech on the City’s behalf will cost less than the current agreement while providing additional data storage.

This is recommended to improve the City’s server backup service to include onsite backup with 100 TB capacity and offsite backup with unlimited replicated storage in a geographically separate location. The onsite component supports rapid recovery from common failure scenarios such as ransomware, hardware failure, or accidental deletion, while the offsite component provides protection against site-level incidents including physical damage, theft, or broader facility disruption.

The cost for the added services is $6,000 per month beginning August 1, 2026, for a total not-to-exceed amount of $66,000 during the remaining agreement term. This represents a reduction from the City’s current backup service cost of $7,000 per month, resulting in a net savings of $1,000 per month, or $11,000 over the remaining term. Approval of the amendment would revise the total contract amount from $641,000 to $707,000, with all other terms of the original agreement remaining in effect.

ALTERNATIVES
Staff does not recommend an alternative, as the proposed amendment adds backup and recovery services intended to enhance resilience of the City’s server environment under the City’s existing managed IT services contract.

Prepared by: Doug Kinley, Senior Management Analyst
Approved by: Gilbert Villalpando, Director of Business Unit and Housing Development Attachment: 1. Amendment No. 1 with Syntech
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AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO AGREEMENT FOR CONTRACT SERVICES
WITH SYNTECH GROUP, INC.

This Amendment No. 1 (“Amendment 1”) to Agreement for Contract Services ("Agreement”) is made and entered into as of the 22nd day of July, 2026, ("Effective Date") by and between the City of La Quinta ("City"), a California Municipal Corporation and Charter City organized under the Constitution and laws of the State of California with its principal place of business at 78495 Calle Tampico, La Quinta, California 92253, and Syntech Group, Inc. (“Contracting Party”), an S-Corp with its principal place of business at 9300 Santa Anita Ave, Suite 102, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730.

RECITALS
WHEREAS, on or about June 1, 2026, the City and Vendor entered into an Agreement to provide Managed IT Services, for a total not to exceed amount of $641,000.

The term of the Agreement expires on June 30, 2027 (“Initial Term”); and WHEREAS, the City and Contracting Party mutually agree to amend Section 1.1 Scope of Services and related Exhibit A of the Agreement to include services related to onsite and offsite backup for servers; and
WHEREAS, the City and Contracting Party mutually agree to amend Section 2.1 Contract Sum and related Exhibit B of the Agreement to increase the total not to exceed compensation amount by $66,000 for fiscal year 2026/27, for a grand total of $707,000 from $641,000, for the additional services listed above for the Agreement Term.

NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenant herein contained, the parties agree as follows:

1. Section 1.1 Scope of Services is amended to read as follows:

1.1 Scope of Services. In Compliance with all terms and conditions of this Agreement, Contracting Party shall provide those services related to Managed IT Services, including onsite and offsite backup for servers, as specified in the “Scope of Services” attached hereto as “Exhibit A” and incorporated herein by this reference (the “Services”). Contracting Party represents and warrants that Contracting Party is a provider of first-class work and/or services and Contracting Party is experienced in performing the Services contemplated herein and, in light of such status and experience, Contracting Party covenants that it shall follow industry standards in performing the Services required hereunder, and that all materials, if any, will be of good quality, fit for the purpose intended. For purposes of this Agreement, the phrase “industry standards” shall mean those standards of practice recognized by one or more first-class performing similar services under similar circumstances.

ATTACHMENT 1
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2. “Exhibit A” – Scope of Services is amended to include the original services listed under Exhibit A of the Agreement and the additional services detailed in this Exhibit A, attached to this Amendment No. 1, and incorporated herein by this reference.

3. Section 2.1 Contract Sum is amended to read as follows:

2.1 Contract Sum. For the services rendered pursuant to this Agreement, Contracting Party shall be compensated in accordance with the following revised “Exhibit B” (the “Schedule of Compensation”) in a total amount not to exceed Seven Hundred Seven Thousand Dollars ($707,000), for the life of the Agreement (the “Contract Sum”), except as provided in Section 1.7. The method of compensation set forth in the Schedule of Compensation may include a lump sum payment upon completion, payment in accordance with the percentage of completion of the Services, payment for time and materials based upon Contracting Party’s rate schedule, but not exceeding the Contract Sum, or such other reasonable methods as may be specified in the Schedule of Compensation. The Contract Sum shall include the attendance of Contracting Party at all project meetings reasonably deemed necessary by City; Contracting Party shall not be entitled to any additional compensation for attending said meetings. Compensation may include reimbursement for actual and necessary expenditures for reproduction costs, transportation expense, telephone expense, and similar costs and expenses when and if specified in the Schedule of Compensation. Regardless of the method of compensation set forth in the Schedule of Compensation, Contracting Party’s overall compensation shall not exceed the Contract Sum, except as provided in Section 1.7 of this Agreement.

4. “Exhibit B” – Schedule of Compensation is amended as listed in “Exhibit B,” attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference.

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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the City and Contracting Party have executed this Amendment No. 1 to the Agreement on the respective dates set forth below.

CITY OF LA QUINTA SYNTECH GROUP, INC.
a California municipal corporation a California S-corporation ____ _______________________
JON McMILLEN, City Manager KATHERINE WETHERBEE
City of La Quinta, California President Business Development Dated: ___________________ Dated: ______________
ATTEST:

MONIKA RADEVA, City Clerk
City of La Quinta, California
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
___
WILLIAM H. IHRKE, City Attorney
City of La Quinta, California
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SOW for Agreement to Perform Consulting Services for City of La Quinta Date: 6/22/2026
Services Performed By: Syntech Group
Services Performed For: City of La Quinta
Overview
Syntech recommends the addition of a fully managed Server Backup service tier to the City of La Quinta's existing managed services contract. This service operates continuously in the background, monitored and managed by our team, with no operational burden placed on City staff.

The service includes two core components:

Onsite Backup (100 TB Capacity)
A local backup repository sized at 100 TB ensures that recovery from common failure scenarios, including ransomware, hardware failure, or accidental deletion, can be completed quickly without relying on an internet connection. Onsite backups support fast recovery time objectives (RTO) and are the first line of defense in any disaster recovery scenario.

Offsite Backup (Unlimited Data)
All backed-up data is also replicated to a secure, geographically separate offsite location with no data cap.

Offsite backups protect against scenarios where onsite infrastructure is unavailable, including physical damage to the data center, theft, or a site-wide disaster. Unlimited offsite capacity ensures the City is never forced to make tradeoffs about what to protect.

Exhibit A
Scope of Services
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Investment Summary
This amendment adds the following to the City of La Quinta's existing managed services agreement:

Service Included Capacity Monthly Investment
Onsite Backup (Managed) 100 TB
Offsite Backup (Managed) Unlimited
Total Monthly Investment $6,000.00
Pricing is in accordance with the City of La Quinta's existing Master Services Agreement with Syntech Group.

This service requires 30 days written notice to cancel, consistent with the terms of your MSA.

Agreement Terms
Document Type Contract Amendment to Existing MSA
Effective Date Upon execution by both parties
Cancellation Notice 30 days written notice required
Billing Frequency Monthly, per existing MSA billing schedule Governing Agreement City of La Quinta Master Services Agreement with Syntech Group
Next Steps
Moving forward is straightforward. We recommend the following:

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Exhibit B
Schedule of Compensation
For the avoidance of doubt, the compensation thresholds on this Exhibit B do not include compensation for Additional Services (if any) authorized pursuant to Section 1.7 and compensated pursuant to Section 2.3 of this Agreement.

Contract Sum
Compensation for Services shall not exceed the following Contract Sum for the entire life of this Agreement, including the Initial and Extended terms: Seven Hundred Seven Thousand Dollars ($707,000), to be paid for duly authorized Services performed consistent with the terms and conditions of this Agreement.

The Contract Sum shall be paid to Contracting Party in installment payments made on a monthly basis and in an amount identified in Contracting Party’s schedule of compensation attached hereto for the work tasks performed and properly invoiced by Contracting Party in conformance with Section 2.2 of this Agreement.

MANAGED IT SERVICES
Fiscal Year (FY) Cost
Original Agreement
FY 2025/26 – June 2026 $ 46,712
FY 2026/27 $ 560,544
Amendment 1
FY 2026/27 – onsite and offsite backup for servers $ 66,000 Contingency (equipment, software, etc.) $ 33,744
Total $ 707,000
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CITY COUNCIL MEETING: July 21, 2026

STAFF REPORT
AGENDA TITLE: APPROPRIATE FUNDING AND APPROVE AGREEMENT FOR

CONTRACT SERVICES WITH DISABILITY ACCESS CONSULTANTS, LLC FOR

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT COMPLIANCE ASSESSMENT AND TRANSITION

PLAN CONSULTING SERVICES

RECOMMENDATION
Appropriate funding and approve Agreement for Contract Services with Disability Access Consultants, LLC for Americans with Disabilities Act compliance assessment and transition plan consulting services, for a total not to exceed amount of $250,000; and authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement.

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
 Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), 42 U.S.C. §§ 12131– 12134, requires cities to ensure that individuals with disabilities are not excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or subjected to discrimination by any service, program, or activity.
 The City is committed to providing accessible programs, services, facilities, and public rights-of-way in compliance with the ADA and related accessibility requirements.
 In May 2026, staff published a Request for Proposals (RFP) seeking qualified firms to provide ADA accessibility compliance assessment and transition plan consulting services; and received 10 proposals. Disability Access Consultants, LLC (DAC) was selected as most qualified.
 Proposed is an Agreement for Contract Services (Attachment 1) with DAC to complete the compliance assessments and transition plan for a 2-year term through June 30, 2028, with an optional 1-year extension through June 30, 2029.

FISCAL IMPACT
The proposed agreement is for not to exceed total compensation of $250,000, as detailed in the table below, for an initial 2-year term through June 30, 2028, with an optional oneyear extension. If approved, an appropriation of $250,000 from General Fund Unassigned Reserves is needed in the City Clerk Department’s Professional Services budget (Account CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM NO. 13
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no. 101-1005-60103). The appropriation will remain available through the term of the agreement, and any remaining funds will be carried over year over year until the assessment and transition plans are completed.

ADA Assessment Tasks Cost

1. Project Management $ 5,400

2. City-Wide Program, Policy and Procedure Review $ 5,400

3. Accessibility Surveys of Facilities, Parks and Parking Lots $ 98,500

4. Accessibility Surveys of Public Right-of-Way $ 80,000

5. Web and Digital Accessibility Assessment $ 31,800

6. Public and Stakeholder Outreach and Engagement $ 4,800

7. Transition Plan Development $ 6,600

8. Tools, Training and Implementation Support Included

9. Final Deliverables $ 4,800

10. Contingency - approximately 5% $ 12,400
Totals $ 250,000

BACKGROUND/ANALYSIS
In accordance with the requirements of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), 42 U.S.C. §§ 12131–12134, the City is required to ensure that individuals with disabilities are not excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or subjected to discrimination by any service, program, or activity.

Physical accessibility
The City is looking to continue its commitment to providing accessible programs, services, facilities, and public rights-of-way, by updating a previously completed ADA transition plan, self-evaluation and assessment, and reviewing all City policies and procedures to ensure accessibility.

The ADA compliance assessment will include evaluation of all interior and exterior elements, including the parking lots, path of travel, common areas throughout City-owned and tenant occupied buildings, as well as City-owned parks, trails, outdoor facilities and open spaces which are subject to the requirements of the ADA, and will perform assessments of all areas within City-owned recreational facilities. The assessment will provide a comprehensive plan that identifies physical barriers at each facility and will propose solutions to ensure accessibility for individuals with disabilities to City facilities, sidewalks, programs, services, activities, and events.

Digital Accessibility
Additionally, Title II includes digital accessibility requirements to ensure that websites and mobile applications through which members of the public access programs, services, and activities are accessible to individuals with disabilities. The generally recognized technical standard for accessibility for people with disabilities is Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA. WCAG requires that accessible content should be perceivable, operable, understandable, and robust.
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To establish a roadmap for achieving digital compliance in accordance with Title II, the City is looking to conduct a comprehensive review of its digital content, including City websites, digital documents, third party applications, and mobile applications. This review will identify accessibility barriers, determine appropriate remediation measures, and support the development of a digital accessibility transition plan to ensure all content meets required standards.

In May 2026, staff published an RFP seeking proposals from qualified firms to provide ADA accessibility compliance assessment and transition plan consulting services; received 10 proposals; and selected DAC as most qualified and responsive.

DAC will develop a comprehensive ADA self-evaluation and transition plan for both physical and digital compliance of Title II requirements including a summary of the self-evaluation findings for City facilities, policies, programs, and practices, along with recommendations for remediation measures to correct identified deficiencies, a methodology for prioritizing barrier removal, and cost estimates for the recommended actions, as well as assist the City with developing an implementation schedule that includes measurable steps for monitoring progress through DAC’s many software solutions.

The proposed agreement with DAC is for a total not to exceed amount of $250,000 for an initial 1-year term through June 30, 2028, with an optional 1-year extension, to complete the physical and digital compliance assessments and transition plans. Upon completion of both ADA assessments, staff will evaluate any further remediation steps recommended and bring to Council any additional requests to ensure the City is in compliance, if necessary.

ALTERNATIVES
Council may elect not to modify or not approve this Agreement, however, as ADA regulations are required, this is not recommended.

Prepared by: Oscar Mojica, Deputy City Clerk
Approved by: Monika Radeva, City Clerk
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Revised – Sept. 2025

AGREEMENT FOR CONTRACT SERVICES
This Agreement for Contract Services (the “Agreement”) is made and entered into by and between the City of La Quinta, (“City”), a California Municipal Corporation and Charter City organized under the Constitution and laws of the State of California with its principal place of business at 78495 Calle Tampico, La Quinta, California 92253, and Disability Access Consultants, LLC, California Limited Liability Corporation, with a place of business at 2862 Olive Highway, Suite D, Oroville, CA 95966 (“Contracting Party”).

The parties hereto agree as follows:

1. SERVICES OF CONTRACTING PARTY.

1.1 Scope of Services. In compliance with all terms and conditions of this Agreement, Contracting Party shall provide those services related to Americans with Disabilities Act Compliance Assessment and Transition Plan Consulting Services, as specified in the “Scope of Services” attached hereto as “Exhibit A” and incorporated herein by this reference (the “Services”). Contracting Party represents and warrants that Contracting Party is a provider of first-class work and/or services and Contracting Party is experienced in performing the Services contemplated herein and, in light of such status and experience, Contracting Party covenants that it shall follow industry standards in performing the Services required hereunder, and that all materials, if any, will be of good quality, fit for the purpose intended. For purposes of this Agreement, the phrase “industry standards” shall mean those standards of practice recognized by one or more first-class firms performing similar services under similar circumstances.

1.2 Compliance with Law. All Services rendered hereunder shall be provided in accordance with all ordinances, resolutions, statutes, rules, regulations, and laws of the City and any Federal, State, or local governmental agency of competent jurisdiction.

1.3 Wage and Hour Compliance. Contracting Party shall comply with applicable Federal, State, and local wage and hour laws.

1.4 Licenses, Permits, Fees and Assessments. Except as otherwise specified herein, Contracting Party shall obtain at its sole cost and expense such licenses, permits, and approvals as may be required by law for the performance of the Services required by this Agreement, including a City of La Quinta business license. Contracting Party and its employees, agents, and subcontractors shall, at their sole cost and expense, keep in effect at all times during the term of this Agreement any licenses, permits, and approvals that are legally required for the performance of the Services required by this Agreement.

Contracting Party shall have the sole obligation to pay for any fees, assessments, and taxes, plus applicable penalties and interest, which may be imposed by law and arise from or are necessary for the performance of the Services required by this Agreement, and shall indemnify, defend (with counsel selected by City), and hold City, its elected officials, officers, employees, and agents, free and harmless against any such fees, assessments, taxes, penalties, or interest levied, assessed, or imposed against City hereunder. Contracting Party shall be responsible for all subcontractors’ compliance with this Section.

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1.5 Familiarity with Work. By executing this Agreement, Contracting Party warrants that (a) it has thoroughly investigated and considered the Services to be performed, (b) it has investigated the site where the Services are to be performed, if any, and fully acquainted itself with the conditions there existing, (c) it has carefully considered how the Services should be performed, and (d) it fully understands the facilities, difficulties, and restrictions attending performance of the Services under this Agreement.

Should Contracting Party discover any latent or unknown conditions materially differing from those inherent in the Services or as represented by City, Contracting Party shall immediately inform City of such fact and shall not proceed except at Contracting Party’s risk until written instructions are received from the Contract Officer, or assigned designee (as defined in Section 4.2 hereof).

1.6 Standard of Care. Contracting Party acknowledges and understands that the Services contracted for under this Agreement require specialized skills and abilities and that, consistent with this understanding, Contracting Party’s work will be held to an industry standard of quality and workmanship. Consistent with Section 1.5 hereinabove, Contracting Party represents to City that it holds the necessary skills and abilities to satisfy the industry standard of quality as set forth in this Agreement. Contracting Party shall adopt reasonable methods during the life of this Agreement to furnish continuous protection to the Services performed by Contracting Party, and the equipment, materials, papers, and other components thereof to prevent losses or damages, and shall be responsible for all such damages, to persons or property, until acceptance of the Services by City, except such losses or damages as may be caused by City’s own negligence.

The performance of Services by Contracting Party shall not relieve Contracting Party from any obligation to correct any incomplete, inaccurate, or defective work at no further cost to City, when such inaccuracies are due to the negligence of Contracting Party.

1.7 Additional Services. In accordance with the terms and conditions of this Agreement, Contracting Party shall perform services in addition to those specified in the Scope of Services (“Additional Services”) only when directed to do so by the Contract Officer, or assigned designee, provided that Contracting Party shall not be required to perform any Additional Services without compensation. Contracting Party shall not perform any Additional Services until receiving prior written authorization through a duly executed written amendment or change order from the Contract Officer, or assigned designee, incorporating therein any adjustment in (i) the Contract Sum, in accordance with Section 2.3 of this Agreement, and/or (ii) the time to perform this Agreement, which said adjustments are subject to the written approval of Contracting Party. It is expressly understood by Contracting Party that the provisions of this Section shall not apply to the Services specifically set forth in the Scope of Services or reasonably contemplated therein. It is specifically understood and agreed that oral requests and/or approvals of Additional Services shall be barred and are unenforceable. Failure of Contracting Party to secure the Contract Officer’s, or assigned designee’s written, authorization for Additional Services shall constitute a waiver of any and all right to adjustment of the Contract Sum or time to perform this Agreement, whether by way of compensation, restitution, quantum meruit, or the like, for Additional Services provided without the appropriate authorization from the Contract Officer, or assigned designee. 134 CLICK HERE to Return to Agenda
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1.8 Special Requirements. Additional terms and conditions of this Agreement, if any, which are made a part hereof are set forth in “Exhibit D” (the “Special Requirements”), which is incorporated herein by this reference and expressly made a part hereof. In the event of a conflict between the provisions of the Special Requirements and any other provisions of this Agreement, the provisions of the Special Requirements shall govern.

2. COMPENSATION.

2.1 Contract Sum. For the Services rendered pursuant to this Agreement, Contracting Party shall be compensated in accordance with “Exhibit B” (the “Schedule of Compensation”) in a total amount not to exceed Two Hundred and Fifty Thousand Dollars ($250,000), for the life of the Agreement, encompassing the Initial and any Extended Terms (the “Contract Sum”), except as provided in Section 1.7. The method of compensation set forth in the Schedule of Compensation may include a lump sum payment upon completion, payment in accordance with the percentage of completion of the Services, payment for time and materials based upon Contracting Party’s rate schedule, but not exceeding the Contract Sum, or such other reasonable methods as may be specified in the Schedule of Compensation. The Contract Sum shall include the attendance of Contracting Party at all project meetings reasonably deemed necessary by City; Contracting Party shall not be entitled to any additional compensation for attending said meetings. Compensation may include reimbursement for actual and necessary expenditures for reproduction costs, transportation expense, telephone expense, and similar costs and expenses when and if specified in the Schedule of Compensation.

Regardless of the method of compensation set forth in the Schedule of Compensation, Contracting Party’s overall compensation shall not exceed the Contract Sum, except as provided in Section 1.7 of this Agreement.

2.2 Method of Billing & Payment. Any month in which Contracting Party wishes to receive payment, Contracting Party shall submit to City no later than the tenth (10th) working day of such month, in the form approved by City’s Finance Director, an invoice for Services rendered prior to the date of the invoice. Such invoice shall (1) describe in detail the Services provided, including time and materials, and (2) specify each staff member who has provided Services and the number of hours assigned to each such staff member. Such invoice shall contain a certification by a principal member of Contracting Party specifying that the payment requested is for Services performed in accordance with the terms of this Agreement. Upon approval in writing by the Contract Officer, or assigned designee, and subject to retention pursuant to Section 8.3, City will pay Contracting Party for all items stated thereon which are approved by City pursuant to this Agreement no later than thirty (30) days after invoices are received by the City’s Finance Department.

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Additional Services amounting to five percent (5%) of the Contract Sum or Fifteen Thousand Dollars ($15,000), whichever is less, may be approved by the Contract Officer, or assigned designee. Any greater amount of compensation for Additional Services must be approved by the La Quinta City Council, the City Manager, or Department Director, depending upon City laws, regulations, rules and procedures concerning public contracting. Under no circumstances shall Contracting Party receive compensation for any Additional Services without prior written approval through a duly executed amendment or change order for the Additional Services is obtained from the Contract Officer, or assigned designee, pursuant to Section 1.7 of this Agreement.

3. PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE.

3.1 Time of Essence. Time is of the essence in the performance of this Agreement. If the Services are not completed in accordance with the Schedule of Performance, as set forth in Section 3.2 and “Exhibit C”, it is understood that the City will suffer damage.

3.2 Schedule of Performance. All Services rendered pursuant to this Agreement shall be performed diligently and within the time period established in “Exhibit C” (the “Schedule of Performance”). Extensions to the time period specified in the Schedule of Performance may be approved in writing by the Contract Officer, or assigned designee.

3.3 Force Majeure. The time period specified in the Schedule of Performance for performance of the Services rendered pursuant to this Agreement shall be extended because of any delays due to unforeseeable causes beyond the control and without the fault or negligence of Contracting Party, including, but not restricted to, acts of God or of the public enemy, fires, earthquakes, floods, epidemic, quarantine restrictions, riots, strikes, freight embargoes, acts of any governmental agency other than City, and unusually severe weather, if Contracting Party shall within ten (10) days of the commencement of such delay notify the Contract Officer, or assigned designee, in writing of the causes of the delay. The Contract Officer, or assigned designee, shall ascertain the facts and the extent of delay, and extend the time for performing the Services for the period of the forced delay when and if in the Contract Officer’s judgment such delay is justified, and the Contract Officer’s determination, or assigned designee, shall be final and conclusive upon the parties to this Agreement. Extensions to time period in the Schedule of Performance which are determined by the Contract Officer, or assigned designee, to be justified pursuant to this Section shall not entitle the Contracting Party to additional compensation in excess of the Contract Sum.

3.4 Term. Unless earlier terminated in accordance with the provisions in Article 8.0 of this Agreement, the term of this agreement shall commence on July 22, 2026, and terminate on June 30, 2028 (“Initial Term”). This Agreement may be extended for one (1) additional year upon mutual agreement by both parties (“Extended Term”), and executed in writing.
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4. COORDINATION OF WORK.

4.1 Representative of Contracting Party. The following principals of Contracting Party (“Principals”) are hereby designated as being the principals and representatives of Contracting Party authorized to act in its behalf with respect to the Services specified herein and make all decisions in connection therewith:
(a) Tim Mahoney, General Manager
Telephone No.: (800) 743-7067
Email: [email protected]
(b) Barbara Thorpe, President
Telephone No.: (800) 743-7067
Email: [email protected]
It is expressly understood that the experience, knowledge, capability, and reputation of the foregoing Principals were a substantial inducement for City to enter into this Agreement. Therefore, the foregoing Principals shall be responsible during the term of this Agreement for directing all activities of Contracting Party and devoting sufficient time to personally supervise the Services hereunder. For purposes of this Agreement, the foregoing Principals may not be changed by Contracting Party and no other personnel may be assigned to perform the Services required hereunder without the express written approval of City.

4.2 Contract Officer. The “Contract Officer”, otherwise known as Bryan McKinney, Public Works Director/City Engineer or assigned designee may be designated in writing by the City Manager of the City. It shall be Contracting Party’s responsibility to assure that the Contract Officer, or assigned designee, is kept informed of the progress of the performance of the Services, and Contracting Party shall refer any decisions, that must be made by City to the Contract Officer, or assigned designee. Unless otherwise specified herein, any approval of City required hereunder shall mean the approval of the Contract Officer, or assigned designee. The Contract Officer, or assigned designee, shall have authority to sign all documents on behalf of City required hereunder to carry out the terms of this Agreement.

4.3 Prohibition Against Subcontracting or Assignment. The experience, knowledge, capability, and reputation of Contracting Party, its principals, and its employees were a substantial inducement for City to enter into this Agreement. Except as set forth in this Agreement, Contracting Party shall not contract or subcontract with any other entity to perform in whole or in part the Services required hereunder without the express written approval of City. In addition, neither this Agreement nor any interest herein may be transferred, assigned, conveyed, hypothecated, or encumbered, voluntarily or by operation of law, without the prior written approval of City. Transfers restricted hereunder shall include the transfer to any person or group of persons acting in concert of more than twenty five percent (25%) of the present ownership and/or control of Contracting Party, taking all transfers into account on a cumulative basis. Any attempted or purported assignment or contracting or subcontracting by Contracting Party without City’s express written approval shall be null, void, and of no effect. No approved 137 CLICK HERE to Return to Agenda
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transfer shall release Contracting Party of any liability hereunder without the express consent of City.

4.4 Independent Contractor. Neither City nor any of its employees shall have any control over the manner, mode, or means by which Contracting Party, its agents, or its employees, perform the Services required herein, except as otherwise set forth herein.

City shall have no voice in the selection, discharge, supervision, or control of Contracting Party’s employees, servants, representatives, or agents, or in fixing their number or hours of service. Contracting Party shall perform all Services required herein as an independent contractor of City and shall remain at all times as to City a wholly independent contractor with only such obligations as are consistent with that role. Contracting Party shall not at any time or in any manner represent that it or any of its agents or employees are agents or employees of City. City shall not in any way or for any purpose become or be deemed to be a partner of Contracting Party in its business or otherwise or a joint venture or a member of any joint enterprise with Contracting Party. Contracting Party shall have no power to incur any debt, obligation, or liability on behalf of City. Contracting Party shall not at any time or in any manner represent that it or any of its agents or employees are agents or employees of City. Except for the Contract Sum paid to Contracting Party as provided in this Agreement, City shall not pay salaries, wages, or other compensation to Contracting Party for performing the Services hereunder for City. City shall not be liable for compensation or indemnification to Contracting Party for injury or sickness arising out of performing the Services hereunder. Notwithstanding any other City, state, or federal policy, rule, regulation, law, or ordinance to the contrary, Contracting Party and any of its employees, agents, and subcontractors providing services under this Agreement shall not qualify for or become entitled to any compensation, benefit, or any incident of employment by City, including but not limited to eligibility to enroll in the California Public Employees Retirement System (“PERS”) as an employee of City and entitlement to any contribution to be paid by City for employer contributions and/or employee contributions for PERS benefits. Contracting Party agrees to pay all required taxes on amounts paid to Contracting Party under this Agreement, and to indemnify and hold City harmless from any and all taxes, assessments, penalties, and interest asserted against City by reason of the independent contractor relationship created by this Agreement. Contracting Party shall fully comply with the workers’ compensation laws regarding Contracting Party and Contracting Party’s employees. Contracting Party further agrees to indemnify and hold City harmless from any failure of Contracting Party to comply with applicable workers’ compensation laws. City shall have the right to offset against the amount of any payment due to Contracting Party under this Agreement any amount due to City from Contracting Party as a result of Contracting Party’s failure to promptly pay to City any reimbursement or indemnification arising under this Section.

4.5 Identity of Persons Performing Work. Contracting Party represents that it employs or will employ at its own expense all personnel required for the satisfactory performance of any and all of the Services set forth herein. Contracting Party represents that the Services required herein will be performed by Contracting Party or under its direct supervision, and that all personnel engaged in such work shall be fully qualified and shall be authorized and permitted under applicable State and local law to perform such tasks and services.
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4.6 City Cooperation. City shall provide Contracting Party with any plans, publications, reports, statistics, records, or other data or information pertinent to the Services to be performed hereunder which are reasonably available to Contracting Party only from or through action by City.

5. INSURANCE.

5.1 Insurance. Prior to the beginning of any Services under this Agreement and throughout the duration of the term of this Agreement, Contracting Party shall procure and maintain, at its sole cost and expense, and submit concurrently with its execution of this Agreement, policies of insurance as set forth in “Exhibit E” (the “Insurance Requirements”) which is incorporated herein by this reference and expressly made a part hereof.

5.2 Proof of Insurance. Contracting Party shall provide Certificate of Insurance to Agency along with all required endorsements. Certificate of Insurance and endorsements must be approved by Agency’s Risk Manager prior to commencement of performance.

6. INDEMNIFICATION.

6.1 Indemnification. To the fullest extent permitted by law, Contracting Party shall indemnify, protect, defend (with counsel selected by City), and hold harmless City and any and all of its officers, employees, agents, and volunteers as set forth in “Exhibit F” (“Indemnification”) which is incorporated herein by this reference and expressly made a part hereof.

7. RECORDS AND REPORTS.

7.1 Reports. Contracting Party shall periodically prepare and submit to the Contract Officer, or assigned designee, such reports concerning Contracting Party’s performance of the Services required by this Agreement as the Contract Officer, or assigned designee, shall require. Contracting Party hereby acknowledges that City is greatly concerned about the cost of the Services to be performed pursuant to this Agreement. For this reason, Contracting Party agrees that if Contracting Party becomes aware of any facts, circumstances, techniques, or events that may or will materially increase or decrease the cost of the Services contemplated herein or, if Contracting Party is providing design services, the cost of the project being designed, Contracting Party shall promptly notify the Contract Officer, or assigned designee, of said fact, circumstance, technique, or event and the estimated increased or decreased cost related thereto and, if Contracting Party is providing design services, the estimated increased or decreased cost estimate for the project being designed.

7.2 Records. Contracting Party shall keep, and require any subcontractors to keep, such ledgers, books of accounts, invoices, vouchers, canceled checks, reports (including but not limited to payroll reports), studies, or other documents relating to the disbursements charged to City and the Services performed hereunder (the “Books and Records”), as shall be necessary to perform the Services required by this Agreement and 139 CLICK HERE to Return to Agenda
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enable the Contract Officer, or assigned designee, to evaluate the performance of such Services. Any and all such Books and Records shall be maintained in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and shall be complete and detailed. The Contract Officer, or assigned designee, shall have full and free access to such Books and Records at all times during normal business hours of City, including the right to inspect, copy, audit, and make records and transcripts from such Books and Records.

Such Books and Records shall be maintained for a period of three (3) years following completion of the Services hereunder, and City shall have access to such Books and Records in the event any audit is required. In the event of dissolution of Contracting Party’s business, custody of the Books and Records may be given to City, and access shall be provided by Contracting Party’s successor in interest. Under California Government Code Section 8546.7, if the amount of public funds expended under this Agreement exceeds Ten Thousand Dollars ($10,000.00), this Agreement shall be subject to the examination and audit of the State Auditor, at the request of City or as part of any audit of City, for a period of three (3) years after final payment under this Agreement.

7.3 Ownership of Documents. All drawings, specifications, maps, designs, photographs, studies, surveys, data, notes, computer files, reports, records, documents, and other materials plans, drawings, estimates, test data, survey results, models, renderings, and other documents or works of authorship fixed in any tangible medium of expression, including but not limited to, physical drawings, digital renderings, or data stored digitally, magnetically, or in any other medium prepared or caused to be prepared by Contracting Party, its employees, subcontractors, and agents in the performance of this Agreement (the “Documents and Materials”) shall be the property of City and shall be delivered to City upon request of the Contract Officer, or assigned designee, or upon the expiration or termination of this Agreement, and Contracting Party shall have no claim for further employment or additional compensation as a result of the exercise by City of its full rights of ownership use, reuse, or assignment of the Documents and Materials hereunder. Any use, reuse or assignment of such completed Documents and Materials for other projects and/or use of uncompleted documents without specific written authorization by Contracting Party will be at City’s sole risk and without liability to Contracting Party, and Contracting Party’s guarantee and warranties shall not extend to such use, revise, or assignment. Contracting Party may retain copies of such Documents and Materials for its own use. Contracting Party shall have an unrestricted right to use the concepts embodied therein. All subcontractors shall provide for assignment to City of any Documents and Materials prepared by them, and in the event Contracting Party fails to secure such assignment, Contracting Party shall indemnify City for all damages resulting therefrom.

7.4 In the event City or any person, firm, or corporation authorized by City reuses said Documents and Materials without written verification or adaptation by Contracting Party for the specific purpose intended and causes to be made or makes any changes or alterations in said Documents and Materials, City hereby releases, discharges, and exonerates Contracting Party from liability resulting from said change.

The provisions of this clause shall survive the termination or expiration of this Agreement and shall thereafter remain in full force and effect.
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7.5 Licensing of Intellectual Property. This Agreement creates a non-exclusive and perpetual license for City to copy, use, modify, reuse, or sublicense any and all copyrights, designs, rights of reproduction, and other intellectual property embodied in the Documents and Materials. Contracting Party shall require all subcontractors, if any, to agree in writing that City is granted a non-exclusive and perpetual license for the Documents and Materials the subcontractor prepares under this Agreement. Contracting Party represents and warrants that Contracting Party has the legal right to license any and all of the Documents and Materials. Contracting Party makes no such representation and warranty in regard to the Documents and Materials which were prepared by design professionals other than Contracting Party or provided to Contracting Party by City. City shall not be limited in any way in its use of the Documents and Materials at any time, provided that any such use not within the purposes intended by this Agreement shall be at City’s sole risk.

7.6 Release of Documents. The Documents and Materials shall not be released publicly without the prior written approval of the Contract Officer, or assigned designee, or as required by law. Contracting Party shall not disclose to any other entity or person any information regarding the activities of City, except as required by law or as authorized by City.

7.7 Confidential or Personal Identifying Information. Contracting Party covenants that all City data, data lists, trade secrets, documents with personal identifying information, documents that are not public records, draft documents, discussion notes, or other information, if any, developed or received by Contracting Party or provided for performance of this Agreement are deemed confidential and shall not be disclosed by Contracting Party to any person or entity without prior written authorization by City or unless required by law. City shall grant authorization for disclosure if required by any lawful administrative or legal proceeding, court order, or similar directive with the force of law. All City data, data lists, trade secrets, documents with personal identifying information, documents that are not public records, draft documents, discussions, or other information shall be returned to City upon the termination or expiration of this Agreement.

Contracting Party’s covenant under this section shall survive the termination or expiration of this Agreement.

8. ENFORCEMENT OF AGREEMENT.

8.1 California Law. This Agreement shall be interpreted, construed, and governed both as to validity and to performance of the parties in accordance with the laws of the State of California. Legal actions concerning any dispute, claim, or matter arising out of or in relation to this Agreement shall be instituted in the Superior Court of the County of Riverside, State of California, or any other appropriate court in such county, and Contracting Party covenants and agrees to submit to the personal jurisdiction of such court in the event of such action.

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as the injuring party commences to cure such default within ten (10) days of service of such notice and completes the cure of such default within forty-five (45) days after service of the notice, or such longer period as may be permitted by the Contract Officer, or assigned designee; provided that if the default is an immediate danger to the health, safety, or general welfare, City may take such immediate action as City deems warranted.

Compliance with the provisions of this Section shall be a condition precedent to termination of this Agreement for cause and to any legal action, and such compliance shall not be a waiver of any party’s right to take legal action in the event that the dispute is not cured, provided that nothing herein shall limit City’s right to terminate this Agreement without cause pursuant to this Article 8.0. During the period of time that Contracting Party is in default, City shall hold all invoices and shall, when the default is cured, proceed with payment on the invoices. In the alternative, City may, in its sole discretion, elect to pay some or all of the outstanding invoices during any period of default.

8.3 Retention of Funds. City may withhold from any monies payable to Contracting Party sufficient funds to compensate City for any losses, costs, liabilities, or damages it reasonably believes were suffered by City due to the default of Contracting Party in the performance of the Services required by this Agreement.

8.4 Waiver. No delay or omission in the exercise of any right or remedy of a non-defaulting party on any default shall impair such right or remedy or be construed as a waiver. City’s consent or approval of any act by Contracting Party requiring City’s consent or approval shall not be deemed to waive or render unnecessary City’s consent to or approval of any subsequent act of Contracting Party. Any waiver by either party of any default must be in writing and shall not be a waiver of any other default concerning the same or any other provision of this Agreement.

8.5 Rights and Remedies are Cumulative. Except with respect to rights and remedies expressly declared to be exclusive in this Agreement, the rights and remedies of the parties are cumulative and the exercise by either party of one or more of such rights or remedies shall not preclude the exercise by it, at the same or different times, of any other rights or remedies for the same default or any other default by the other party.

8.6 Legal Action. In addition to any other rights or remedies, either party may take legal action, at law or at equity, to cure, correct, or remedy any default, to recover damages for any default, to compel specific performance of this Agreement, to obtain declaratory or injunctive relief, or to obtain any other remedy consistent with the purposes of this Agreement.

8.7 Termination Prior To Expiration of Term. This Section shall govern any termination of this Agreement, except as specifically provided in the following Section for termination for cause. City reserves the right to terminate this Agreement at any time, with or without cause, upon thirty (30) days’ written notice to Contracting Party. Upon receipt of any notice of termination, Contracting Party shall immediately cease all Services hereunder except such as may be specifically approved by the Contract Officer, or assigned designee. Contracting Party shall be entitled to compensation for all Services rendered prior to receipt of the notice of termination and for any Services 142 CLICK HERE to Return to Agenda
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authorized by the Contract Officer, or assigned designee, thereafter in accordance with the Schedule of Compensation or such as may be approved by the Contract Officer, or assigned designee, except amounts held as a retention pursuant to this Agreement.

8.8 Termination for Default of Contracting Party. If termination is due to the failure of Contracting Party to fulfill its obligations under this Agreement, Contracting Party shall vacate any City-owned property which Contracting Party is permitted to occupy hereunder and City may, after compliance with the provisions of Section 8.2, take over the Services and prosecute the same to completion by contract or otherwise, and Contracting Party shall be liable to the extent that the total cost for completion of the Services required hereunder exceeds the compensation herein stipulated (provided that City shall use reasonable efforts to mitigate such damages), and City may withhold any payments to Contracting Party for the purpose of setoff or partial payment of the amounts owed City.

8.9 Attorneys’ Fees. If either party to this Agreement is required to initiate or defend or made a party to any action or proceeding in any way connected with this Agreement, the prevailing party in such action or proceeding, in addition to any other relief which may be granted, whether legal or equitable, shall be entitled to reasonable attorneys’ fees; provided, however, that the attorneys’ fees awarded pursuant to this Section shall not exceed the hourly rate paid by City for legal services multiplied by the reasonable number of hours spent by the prevailing party in the conduct of the litigation.

Attorneys’ fees shall include attorneys’ fees on any appeal, and in addition a party entitled to attorneys’ fees shall be entitled to all other reasonable costs for investigating such action, taking depositions and discovery, and all other necessary costs the court allows which are incurred in such litigation. All such fees shall be deemed to have accrued on commencement of such action and shall be enforceable whether or not such action is prosecuted to judgment. The court may set such fees in the same action or in a separate action brought for that purpose.

9. CITY OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES; NONDISCRIMINATION.

9.1 Non-liability of City Officers and Employees. No officer, official, employee, agent, representative, or volunteer of City shall be personally liable to Contracting Party, or any successor in interest, in the event or any default or breach by City or for any amount which may become due to Contracting Party or to its successor, or for breach of any obligation of the terms of this Agreement.

9.2 Conflict of Interest. Contracting Party covenants that neither it, nor any officer or principal of it, has or shall acquire any interest, directly or indirectly, which would conflict in any manner with the interests of City or which would in any way hinder Contracting Party’s performance of the Services under this Agreement. Contracting Party further covenants that in the performance of this Agreement, no person having any such interest shall be employed by it as an officer, employee, agent, or subcontractor without the express written consent of the Contract Officer, or assigned designee. Contracting Party agrees to at all times avoid conflicts of interest or the appearance of any conflicts of interest with the interests of City in the performance of this Agreement. 143 CLICK HERE to Return to Agenda
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No officer or employee of City shall have any financial interest, direct or indirect, in this Agreement nor shall any such officer or employee participate in any decision relating to this Agreement which effects his financial interest or the financial interest of any corporation, partnership or association in which he is, directly or indirectly, interested, in violation of any State statute or regulation. Contracting Party warrants that it has not paid or given and will not pay or give any third party any money or other consideration for obtaining this Agreement.

9.3 Covenant against Discrimination. Contracting Party covenants that, by and for itself, its heirs, executors, assigns, and all persons claiming under or through them, that there shall be no discrimination against or segregation of, any person or group of persons on account of any impermissible classification including, but not limited to, race, color, creed, religion, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, or ancestry in the performance of this Agreement. Contracting Party shall take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed and that employees are treated during employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, or ancestry.

10. MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS.

10.1 Notice. Any notice, demand, request, consent, approval, or communication either party desires or is required to give the other party or any other person shall be in writing and either served personally or sent by prepaid, first-class mail to the address set forth below. Either party may change its address by notifying the other party of the change of address in writing. Notice shall be deemed communicated forty-eight (48) hours from the time of mailing if mailed as provided in this Section.

To City:

CITY OF LA QUINTA
Attention: Monika Radeva, City Clerk
78495 Calle Tampico
La Quinta, California 92253
To Contracting Party:

DISABILITY ACCESS CONSULTANTS,
LLC
Attention: Tim Mahoney
2862 Olive Highway, Suite D, Oroville,
CA 95966

10.2 Interpretation. The terms of this Agreement shall be construed in accordance with the meaning of the language used and shall not be construed for or against either party by reason of the authorship of this Agreement or any other rule of construction which might otherwise apply.

10.3 Section Headings and Subheadings. The section headings and subheadings contained in this Agreement are included for convenience only and shall not limit or otherwise affect the terms of this Agreement.

10.4 Counterparts. This Agreement may be executed in counterparts, each of which shall be deemed to be an original, and such counterparts shall constitute one and the same instrument.
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10.5 Integrated Agreement. This Agreement including the exhibits hereto is the entire, complete, and exclusive expression of the understanding of the parties. It is understood that there are no oral agreements between the parties hereto affecting this Agreement and this Agreement supersedes and cancels any and all previous negotiations, arrangements, agreements, and understandings, if any, between the parties, and none shall be used to interpret this Agreement.

10.6 Amendment. No amendment to or modification of this Agreement shall be valid unless made in writing and approved by Contracting Party and by the City Council of City. The parties agree that this requirement for written modifications cannot be waived and that any attempted waiver shall be void.

10.7 Severability. In the event that any one or more of the articles, phrases, sentences, clauses, paragraphs, or sections contained in this Agreement shall be declared invalid or unenforceable, such invalidity or unenforceability shall not affect any of the remaining articles, phrases, sentences, clauses, paragraphs, or sections of this Agreement which are hereby declared as severable and shall be interpreted to carry out the intent of the parties hereunder unless the invalid provision is so material that its invalidity deprives either party of the basic benefit of their bargain or renders this Agreement meaningless.

10.8 Unfair Business Practices Claims. In entering into this Agreement, Contracting Party offers and agrees to assign to City all rights, title, and interest in and to all causes of action it may have under Section 4 of the Clayton Act (15 U.S.C. § 15) or under the Cartwright Act (Chapter 2, (commencing with Section 16700) of Part 2 of Division 7 of the Business and Professions Code), arising from purchases of goods, services, or materials related to this Agreement. This assignment shall be made and become effective at the time City renders final payment to Contracting Party without further acknowledgment of the parties.

10.9 No Third-Party Beneficiaries. With the exception of the specific provisions set forth in this Agreement, there are no intended third-party beneficiaries under this Agreement and no such other third parties shall have any rights or obligations hereunder.

10.10 Authority. The persons executing this Agreement on behalf of each of the parties hereto represent and warrant that (i) such party is duly organized and existing, (ii) they are duly authorized to execute and deliver this Agreement on behalf of said party, (iii) by so executing this Agreement, such party is formally bound to the provisions of this Agreement, and (iv) that entering into this Agreement does not violate any provision of any other Agreement to which said party is bound. This Agreement shall be binding upon the heirs, executors, administrators, successors, and assigns of the parties. [SIGNATURES ON FOLLOWING PAGE]
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement as of the dates stated below.

CITY OF LA QUINTA,
a California Municipal Corporation

JON MCMILLEN, City Manager
City of La Quinta, California
Dated:

DISABILITY ACCESS CONSULTANTS,
LLC:

TIM MAHONEY, General Manager
ATTEST:

MONIKA RADEVA, City Clerk
City of La Quinta, California

BARBARA THORPE, President
APPROVED AS TO FORM:

WILLIAM H. IHRKE, City Attorney
City of La Quinta, California
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La Quinta City CouncilJuly 21, 2026

La Quinta City Council
July 21, 2026