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Estes Valley Planning Commission – Special Large Vacation Home Meeting
June 30, 2017
Board Room, Estes Park Town Hall
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Commission: Vice‐Chair Russ Schneider, Commissioners Betty Hull, Steve Murphree, Sharry
White, Bob Leavitt, two vacant positions
Attending: Vice‐Chair Russ Schneider, Commissioners Betty Hull, Steve Murphree, Sharry
White, Bob Leavitt
Also Attending: Community Development Director Randy Hunt, Code Compliance Officer Linda
Hardin, Acting Recording Secretary Audem Gonzales
Absent: Recording Secretary Karen Thompson
Vice‐Chair Schneider called the meeting to order at 1:00 p.m. He explained the purpose of the
Planning Commission.
1. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Director Hunt requested two minor changes to the Consent Agenda: Item 3.F. 1670 Fish Creek
Road, occupancy request should be 18; Item 3.K. 1380 Devils Gulch Road needs to be added to
the agenda.
Director Hunt requested the agenda items of properties located in the Windcliff area be grouped
together, as their geographical location creates similar criteria for the large vacation home
reviews. Therefore, item #6, 3441 Jungfrau Trail will be moved to the end of the agenda.
There was no vote on the agenda approval; however, there was no opposition.
2. CONSENT AGENDA
A. Commissioner Hull requested the newly added Item 3.K., 1380 Devils Gulch Road, be moved
from the Consent Agenda to an Action Item.
B. The following addresses meet the requirements to be placed on the consent agenda:
1. 450 Lakefront Street, Millicent Cozzie, Owner – Proposed Occupancy – 16
2. 850 Concord Lane, William & Lucia Liley, Owners – Proposed Occupancy – 12
3. 2031 Mall Road, Gordon Pedersen, Owner – Proposed Occupancy – 10
4. 3255 Tunnel Road; J Dan Heard & Patrick Drew, Owners – Proposed Occupancy 14
5. 1670 Fish Creek Road, W.D. Moschel, Owner – Proposed Occupancy – 18
6. 1680 Fish Creek Road, W.D. Moschel, Owner – Proposed Occupancy – 12
7. 1560 Flower Lane; W.D. Moschel, Owner – Proposed Occupancy – 12
8. 325 Park View Lane, Joseph Salasek, Owner – Proposed Occupancy 10
9. 1321 Devils Gulch Road, Richard Hentzell, Owner – Proposed Occupancy ‐ 12
It was moved and seconded (Murphree/Hull) to approve the consent agenda as modified and
the motion passed 5‐0 with two vacancies.
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3. 953 RAMS HORN ROAD; GARY PEAK, OWNER; PROPOSED OCCUPANCY – 12
Code Compliance Officer (CCO) Linda Hardin stated the lot size of this property is less than the
required one acre. The north setback is 26 feet, which is less than the 50 feet required for a LVHR.
Public Comment
None.
It was moved and seconded (White/Hull) to recommend approval of the Large Vacation Home
application for 953 Rams Horn Road as presented and the motion passed 5‐0 with two
vacancies.
4. 1533 LOWER BROADVIEW; ROBERTA JANE LIVINGSTON, OWNER; PROPOSED OCCUPANCY – 12
CCO Linda Hardin stated this is an existing vacation home. The south setback is a little short of the
required 50 feet; however, there is fencing along that side of the property. There is over 100 feet
between this home and the adjacent home. This vacation home is across the street from an A‐
Accommodations zone district.
Public Comment
None.
It was moved and seconded (Leavitt/Murphree) to recommend approval of the Large Vacation
Home application for 1533 Lower Broadview as presented and the motion passed 5‐0 with two
vacancies.
5. 1295 SIXTH GREEN LANE; PAMELA CANNELL, OWNER; PROPOSED OCCUPANCY – 18
CCO Linda Hardin stated this is an existing vacation home that was recently sold. The home meets
all the setback requirements; however, the lot size is less than one acre. The owners also own the
adjacent vacant lot, which creates an area well over the one‐acre requirement. The current
owners have no plans to sell nor develop the vacant lot. It was purchased to create a larger buffer
from the neighbors. There are no concerns or complaints regarding this vacation home.
Public Comment
None.
It was moved and seconded (Murphree/Hull) to recommend approval of the Large Vacation
Home application for 1295 Sixth Green Lane as presented and the motion passed 5‐0 with two
vacancies.
6. 898 FISH CREEK ROAD; CHRIS PEDERSEN, OWNER; ROPOSED OCCUPANCY ‐ 12
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CCO Hardin stated this is the historic home of Lord Dunraven. The current owners purchased the
property in the 1970s, and have hosted guests for many years. The lot size complies with the one
acre requirement. The north setback is less than 25 feet, due to a road being built on the north
side of the property many years ago. There is more than 150 feet between this home and the
adjacent home.
Public Comment
None.
It was moved and seconded (White/Leavitt) to recommend approval of the Large Vacation
Home application for 898 Fish Creek Road as presented and the motion passed 5‐0 with two
vacancies.
7. 1399 CEDAR LANE; KRIS & DAVID TROXTELL; OWNERS; PROPOSED OCCUPANCY ‐ 12
CCO Hardin stated this property does not meet the one acre minimum lot size, at 0.78 acre. There
are various neighborhood buffers for this property, including but not limited to an elevation
change that creates screening and the 18‐hole golf course abuts one side. Outside guests are not
allowed on the property at any given time. No complaints have been received.
Public Comment
None.
It was moved and seconded (Murphree/Leavitt) to recommend approval of the Large Vacation
Home application for 1399 Cedar Lane as presented and the motion passed 5‐0 with two
vacancies.
8. 1486 CREEKSIDE COURT; KRIS & DAVID TROXTELL, OWNERS; PROPOSED OCCUPANCY ‐ 12
CCO Hardin stated this vacation home is next door to another owned by the applicant. The two
properties face each other. Owners do not accept outside visitors.
Public Comment
None.
It was moved and seconded (White/Leavitt) to recommend approval of the Large Vacation
Home application for 1486 Creekside Court as presented and the motion passed 5‐0 with two
vacancies.
9. 921 OLD RANGER DRIVE; MICK SCARPELLA, OWNER; PROPOSED OCCUPANCY – 12
CCO Hardin stated this property has been operating as a vacation home for many years. The
owners are conscientious as to who they rent to. The lot size is less than one acre, and the west
side setback is approximately 20 feet, where 25 feet is required. Home is buffered by trees and
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rock outcroppings. No complaints have been received by neighbors. One adjacent property owner
provided a letter of support for Mr. Scarpella.
Public Comment
None.
It was moved and seconded (Murphree/Hull) to recommend approval of the Large Vacation
Home application for 921 Old Ranger Drive as presented and the motion passed 5‐0 with two
vacancies.
10. 490 FALL RIVER LANE; MARK & ANN PERRY, OWNERS; PROPOSED OCCUPANCY – 10
CCO Hardin stated this property does not meet the setback requirements or the one acre
minimum lot size; however, it has been operating as a vacation home for years. The current
owners have complied with all building codes related to approved sleeping spaces. The Perry’s
recently sold the property, and the vacation home registration will be transferred to the new
owner. The property is surrounded by Accommodations and Multi‐Family zone districts, and has
an adjacent vacation rental. There were several comments received from neighbors who were
concerned about density and too many vacation homes in the area.
Public Comment
None.
It was moved and seconded (Leavitt/Murphree) to recommend approval of the Large Vacation
Home application for 490 Fall River Lane as presented and the motion passed 5‐0 with two
vacancies.
11. 411 BIG HORN DRIVE; PAUL & ELLEN ROMIG, OWNERS; PROPOSED OCCUPANCY ‐ 10
CCO Hardin stated this property does not meet the one acre minimum lot size requirements. The
location of the property is adjacent to a major corridor at the corner of Big Horn Drive and
Wonderview Avenue. The property to the rear of this lot is currently vacant. There are a
significant number of trees buffering the site. No comments or violations have been received.
Public Comment
None.
It was moved and seconded (White/Leavitt) to recommend approval of the Large Vacation
Home application for 411 Big Horn Drive as presented and the motion passed 5‐0 with two
vacancies.
12. 250 DAVIS STREET; JAMES GUNLICKS, OWNER; PROPOSED OCCUPANCY – 16
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CCO Hardin stated this property is a historic home that has been operating as a legal non‐
conforming bed and breakfast for many years. The property owners own and live in the house
across the street, and are operating the subject property as a vacation home. There were two
letters of support from adjacent property owners. The home does not meet the one acre lot size
requirements, and the west setback is 16 feet, where 25 feet is required.
Public Comment
None.
It was moved and seconded (Hull/White) to recommend approval of the Large Vacation Home
application for 250 Davis Street as presented and the motion passed 5‐0 with two vacancies.
13. 851 PEAK VIEW DRIVE; CRAIG & SUSAN WILDRICK, OWNERS; PROPOSED OCCUPANCY – 10
CCO Hardin stated this property does not meet the one acre minimum lot size; however, it backs
up to land owned by the Bureau of Land Management, which will not be developed. The nearest
adjacent home is more than 100 feet away. The setbacks comply with the 25‐foot requirements.
There is fencing and several mature trees that create a buffer.
Public Comment
None.
It was moved and seconded (Murphree/Leavitt) to recommend approval of the Large Vacation
Home application for 851 Peak View Drive as presented and the motion passed 5‐0 with two
vacancies.
14. 3441 JUNGFRAU TRAIL; BENJAMIN & JENNIFER FURMANIAK,OWNERS; PROPOSED OCCUPANCY
– 10
CCO Hardin stated this home is located in the Windcliff Subdivision, and there are many vacation
homes in this subdivision. Because of the nature of the topography, many lots are less than one
acre in size. Windcliff HOA has their own property manager for their vacation rentals, and Ms.
Hardin has never received any complaints from any homes in Windcliff. This particular property is
less than one acre, and the setbacks of 25‐feet are not met.
Public Comment
Rich Chiappe, property manager for Windcliff Vacation Homes stated most of the vacation homes
in Windcliff are managed by his company. Windcliff is a unique subdivision as far as vacation
homes is concerned.
It was moved and seconded (Murphree/White) to recommend approval of the Large Vacation
Home application for 3441 Jungfrau Trail as presented and the motion passed 5‐0 with two
vacancies.
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15. 1471 JUNGFRAU TRAIL; RYAN & SHERRI SMITHBURG, OWNERS; PROPOSED OCCUPANCY – 12
CCO Hardin stated this property does not meet the setback requirements or the one acre
minimum lot size; however, it is surrounded on three sides by vacation homes and also has
extensive buffering. It is located in the Windcliff subdivision.
Public Comment
None.
It was moved and seconded (Leavitt/White) to recommend approval of the Large Vacation
Home application for 1471 Jungfrau Trail as presented and the motion passed 5‐0 with two
vacancies.
16. 3101 EIGER TRAIL; RONALD AND STACIA STOKER, OWNERS; PROPOSED OCCUPANCY – 12
CCO Hardin stated this property does not meet the setback requirements or the one acre
minimum lot size. The lot has many trees and elevation changes. One side of the property borders
HOA property, which will not be developed, and other property lines border vacant lots. There is
currently no negative neighbor impact.
Public Comment
None.
It was moved and seconded (White/Leavitt) to recommend approval of the Large Vacation
Home application for 3101 Eiger Trail as presented and the motion passed 5‐0 with two
vacancies.
17. 3225 EIGER TRAIL; MICHAEL & JOAN FOSTER, OWNERS; PROPOSED OCCUPANCY – 12
CCO Hardin stated this property does not meet the setback requirements or the one acre
minimum lot size. The property is located in Windcliff subdivision, and has significant elevation
changes, vegetation, adjacent vacant lots, and little neighbor impact.
Public Comment
None.
It was moved and seconded (Leavitt/White) to recommend approval of the Large Vacation
Home application for 3225 Eiger Trail as presented and the motion passed 5‐0 with two
vacancies.
18. 1380 DEVILS GULCH ROAD; TYLER SHERMAN, OWNER; PROPOSED OCCUPANCY – 28
CCO Hardin stated this item was removed from the consent agenda to an action item. The owners
have three adjacent lots; the vacation home is located on a 10‐acre parcel, a 3‐acre parcel abuts
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the east side, and a 16‐acre parcel lies to the south. The home sits north of a rock outcropping.
Ms. Hardin has received two reports of issues at the property, which were addressed with the
property owner and corrected. One was for fireworks, which was addressed by the Sheriff. She
stated the code has provisions for two guests per bedroom, plus two. There is no maximum
occupancy number in the EVDC. This property has multiple dwellings on the property, all with
approved bedrooms.
Staff and Commission Discussion
Comments revolved around the occupancy of 28, and when a single‐family dwelling becomes a
lodge. CCO Hardin stated the Town recently adopted amendments to the building code regarding
large vacation homes.
Public Comment
Tyler Sherman/owner stated the property contains one large home and five cabins. He is
currently rebuilding one of the cabins that needed to be demolished due to damage. In the
process, they increased the footprint and number of bedrooms, and added a new septic system.
His plan is to use the property for corporate retreats. It will not be marketed on VRBO or Air B&B.
Public Comment
None.
It was moved and seconded (Leavitt/Murphree) to recommend approval of the Large Vacation
Home application for 1380 Devils Gulch Road as presented and the motion passed 5‐0 with two
vacancies.
19. REPORTS
Director Hunt stated there are approximately five large vacation home applications in the review
process at this time. There was a general consensus from the Commission to include these
applications on a regular Planning Commission meeting agenda rather than holding another
special meeting.
There being no further business, Chair Moon adjourned the meeting at 1:43 p.m.
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Russ Schneider, Vice‐Chair
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Karen Thompson, Recording Secretary