Planning Commission grants extension for mixed-use project on Sunny Dunes
Developer seeks two more years after cannabis tenant withdrawal, construction partner bankruptcy derailed timeline.
Developer seeks two more years after cannabis tenant withdrawal, construction partner bankruptcy derailed timeline.
Chair Gary Armstrong said the commission "acted lawfully and followed the required process," adding that the statue will remain in storage unless city leadership directs otherwise.
A relatively light City Council agenda includes major overhaul of hotel tax rebate program.
Following a heated in-person meeting last week, city staff emphasized Wednesday that controversial proposals for building heights and density remain in the draft stage.
The home, built eight years before the city of Palm Springs was incorporated, represents the Spanish Colonial Revival architecture that dominated in the interwar period.
Palm Springs native Grace Garner, the City Council's most senior member, launched her campaign Sunday at Demuth Park and has already secured multiple endorsements.
Business owners warn removing existing lot could harm foot traffic as city moves forward with modernization plans.
Commissioners adopted new rules for recreation facilities and reviewed major upgrades, master plan progress and event planning during its regular January meeting.
Recommendations under consideration include better signage to available parking, consistent time limits, improved garage maintenance, and programs to steer employees to underused garages.
The commission unanimously approved the project’s development permit, with a few small requests such as adding benches and potentially tweaking one of the buildings.
Homeowners worried about property values as city proposes allowing taller buildings near single-family neighborhoods to address workforce housing crisis.
Board hears presentation on countering 'swap meet' perception, strengthening digital presence for weekly street market.