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Palm Desert
Zoning

Private Pickleball Court Regulation and Neighborhood Noise

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Community sentiment

Opposed (7)Concerned (1)

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Public comments
8
Last 30 days
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Last discussed Mar 24, 2026.

Public comments (8)

OpposedMary OliverMar 24, 2026

Expressed extreme frustration that the pickleball court was built without permits and questioned city oversight.

Architectural Review Commission · 37:15 →
OpposedLee TatumMar 24, 2026

Stated that pickleball noise impacts property values and peace, and questioned why household pickleball courts are permitted.

Architectural Review Commission · 37:57 →
OpposedKaren StokaniusMar 24, 2026

Highlighted the adverse noise impacts of intermittent paddle hits and argued that average decibel readings fail to capture real-world disturbance.

Architectural Review Commission · 40:41 →
OpposedJean BrentonMar 24, 2026

Complained about existing sports noise from basketball and stated opposition to adding pickleball noise.

Architectural Review Commission · 43:23 →
OpposedEvan DoxerMar 24, 2026

Noted he lives closest to the property and criticized the process of building without permits and seeking forgiveness.

Architectural Review Commission · 43:56 →
ConcernedRobert GriffithMar 24, 2026

Voiced support for his neighbors and noted that backyard games involve yelling and additional noise.

Architectural Review Commission · 46:35 →
OpposedPhilip MatthewsonMar 24, 2026

Stated that he frequently hears pickleball noise from outside the 500-foot radius while trying to read in his backyard.

Architectural Review Commission · 47:58 →
OpposedAshley VarelaMar 24, 2026

Speaking as the General Manager of Marrakesh Country Club representing 364 homeowners, noted the club follows proper permitting and noise procedures and expected the same diligence here.

Architectural Review Commission · 49:26 →