City Council approves tourism infrastructure district despite short-term rental owner opposition
STR owners argued fees would mostly benefit hotels; protests reached just 4.58% of the threshold needed to block the district's formation.
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Committee will start reevaluation of city’s climate goals
Sustainability Commission members will review a five-year-old document ahead of a 2027 update, with officials signaling some goals may need to be revised.
Palm Springs design panel rejects storage facility’s facade, sends plans back for revision
Commissioners took issue with a prominent glass display case meant to signal the building's use, calling it a "low-effort solution" that disrupts the structure's symmetry.
City holds first of two public meetings on a new tourism fee that could bring in millions
The money raised would go toward a massive renovation planned for the convention center, but some vacation rental owners say they don't see the benefit.
Palm Springs preservation board recommends historic designation for Temple Isaiah
The 70-year-old synagogue on Alejo Road was founded by concentration camp survivors; its layered architecture spans Modernist, Mid-Century, and Brutalist design phases.
Commission approves self-storage facility near airport even as city weighs limits on new facilities
A 92,400-square-foot, two-story building with outdoor RV parking won approval Tuesday, while a consulting team examines possible caps and location rules for future projects.
Parks & Recreation Commission approves agreement with newly formed foundation
The agreement, which heads to city council for final approval May 27, outlines a fundraising partnership built around water, shade, and park activation.
Palm Springs council wrestles with elected mayor proposal as key questions remain unresolved
Supporters have revised their plan to make a directly elected mayor a non-voting council member, but legal and procedural uncertainties persist.
Committee approves design plans for fertility clinic destroyed in 2025 terrorist attack
Revised plans reviewed Monday evening shift the building's style from Mediterranean to contemporary, addressing concerns about compatibility with the area's midcentury modern architecture.
Residents warn City Council directly elected mayor could undermine civil rights gains
Around a dozen residents spoke against the direct mayor system during the public comments section of Wednesday’s city council meeting. The council later debated the issue.
Palm Springs airport shade structures approved with conditions after debate over historic design concerns
Members of the Historic Site Preservation Board cited tension between passenger comfort needs and the Wexler-designed terminal's architectural legacy before approving the structures with a design revision condition.
Palm Springs expands towing contractor pool beyond city limits
An amended ordinance allows storage facilities within 10 miles of the city border, a move the city hopes will increase competition and lower tow rates.