DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT FOR THE DESERT RETREAT SPECIFIC PLAN PROJECT

The Desert Retreat Specific Plan Project, managed by the Coachella Valley Water District, involves the development of 1,500 homes across 377 acres located at the northwest corner of Ave. 40 and Madison St. in the City of Indio, California. To support this residential development, the project includes the construction of a 7.0-MG potable water storage tank, associated connection pipes, and an access road. These infrastructure improvements are planned within the existing Coachella Valley Water District Sun City Reservoir 4730 Site in unincorporated Riverside County. The project has been processed under the California Environmental Quality Act, with a certified Environmental Impact Report that includes adopted mitigation measures and findings as conditions for approval. The project is overseen by key personnel from the Coachella Valley Water District, the City of Indio, and the PulteGroup. Official project approval was recorded on September 23, 2025, ensuring compliance with the Public Resources Code.