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Home My WebLink AboutMINUTES Estes Valley Planning Commission 2017-04-21RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Estes Valley Planning Commission April 21,2017 Board Room, Estes Park Town Hall Commission: Attending: Chair Michael Moon, Vice-Chair Russ Schneider, Commissioners Betty Hull, Doug Klink, Steve Murphree, Sharry White, Bob Leavitt Chair Moon, Commissioners Schneider, Hull, Klink, Murphree, White, and Leavitt Also Attending:Community Development Director Randy Hunt, Code Compliance Officer (CCO) Linda Hardin, Town Attorney Greg White, Town Board Liaison Ron Norris, and Recording Secretary Karen Thompson Absent:None Chair Moon called the meeting to order at 1:00 p.m. He explained the purposed of this Special Planning Commission, stating it was a public meeting limited to the review of Large Vacation Home applications. There were approximately 15 people in attendance. Commissioner Leavitt stated he had concerns that may warrant a continuance. He was concerned the property owners were not notified of the Large Vacation Home Review (LVHR), but only the normal neighbor notification. He was concerned the Planning Commissioners did not have time to visit all the sites on the agenda. He was concerned about possible parking issues. All Commissioners were able to visit the sites. Commissioner Leavitt wanted to go on record as having addressed those concerns. He requested 541 Heinz Parkway be removed from the Consent Agenda, and the requested was granted. 1. CONSENT AGENDA At—541 Heinz Parkway; Scott & Julio Reichlo, Owners;-Proposed Occupancy—18 B. 611 Heinz Parkway; Ed & Aaron Acela, Owners; Proposed Occupancy -10 C. 400 Whispering Pines Drive; Heidi Welsch, Owner; Proposed Occupancy —10 D. 505 Big Horn Drive; Rainer Schelp, Owner; Proposed Occupancy -12 E. 515 Grand Estates Drive; Gail R. McLain, Owner; Proposed Occupancy -12 It was moved and seconded (Klink/Hull) to approve the Consent Agenda, with item "A" moved to the Action agenda and the motion passed 7-0. 2. 630 LITTLE PROSPECT ROAD; VINCENT & CYNTHIA BRADY, OWNERS; PROPOSED OCCUPANCY -14 CCO Hardin reviewed the LVHR memo. The subject property does not meet the one-acre minimum required lot size. There have been no enforcement issues with this property. Public Comment None It was moved and seconded (White/Murphree) to approve the Large Vacation Home application for 630 Little Prospect Road as presented and the motion passed 7-0. 3. 851 PANORAMA CIRCLE; PANORAMIC ESTES, LLC, OWNER; PROPOSED OCCUPANCY -14 CCO Hardin reviewed the LVHR memo. The subject property does not meet the setback requirement on the north side. The requirement is 25 feet, and the north setback is 23 feet from the property line. There have been no enforcement issues with this property. Public Comment None RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Estes Valley Planning Commission April 21, 2017 Board Room, Estes Park Town Hall It was moved and seconded (Schneider/Hull) to approve the Large Vacation Home application for 851 Panorama Circle as presented and the motion passed 7-0. 4. 1361 UPPER BROADVIEW ROAD; HEIDI WELSCH, OWNER; PROPOSED OCCUPANCY -1 CCO Hardin reviewed the LVHR memo. The subject property does not meet the setback requirement on the north side. The requirement is 25 feet, and the north setback is 15 feet from the property line. The adjacent property on the north side is also owned by Ms. Welsch, and is also a vacation rental. There have been no enforcement issues with this property. Public Comment None It was moved and seconded (Murphree/Klink) to approve the Large Vacation Home application for 1361 Upper Broadview Road as presented and the motion passed 7-0. 5. 550 RANGE VIEW COURT; MONT BLANC, LLC, OWNER; PROPOSED OCCUPANCY -12 CCO Hardin reviewed the LVHR memo. The subject property does not meet the setback requirement on the north side. The requirement is 25 feet, and the north setback is 20 feet from the property line. The subject property sits higher than the adjacent properties. There was one complaint in 2010 for parking. There were allegedly four cars parked on the property, when three cars were the maximum allowed. The complainant never followed through with a formal complaint. Public Comment None 7. It was moved and seconded (Klink/Hull) to approve the Large Vacation Home application for 550 Range View Court as presented and the motion passed 7-0. 1420 AXMINSTER LANE; NARROW TRAIL, LLC, OWNER; PROPOSED OCCUPANCY -14 CCO Hardin reviewed the LVHR memo. The subject property does not meet the setback requirement on the north side. The requirement is 25 feet, and the north setback is 15 feet from the property line. The north side of the vacation home is the driveway and garage. This property was formerly a legal Bed and Breakfast, but lost the ability to use it as a B&B when the use lapsed for more than 12 months. There have been no enforcement issues with this property. CCO Hardin stated the property actually has ten parking spaces, but only four are allowed. Public Comment Dean Norton/owner stated in addition to the six bedrooms, there is a loft that is considered a legal sleeping area. The applicant requested the application be amended to reflect the maximum occupancy be 16 instead of 14. Staff confirmed the maximum occupancy of 16 could be allowed. CCO Hardin stated a staff concern is the maximum number of parking spaces allowed not being enough for the Large Vacation Homes. Brief discussion occurred regarding the number of desirable parking spaces directly relating to the number of occupants, or possibly square footage. It was moved and seconded (Murphree/White) to approve the Large Vacation Home application for 1420 Axminster Lane with the occupancy change to 16 and the motion passed 7-0. 541 HEINZ PARKWAY; SCOTT & JULIE REICHLE, OWNERS; PROPOSED OCCUPANCY -18 CCO Hardin reviewed the LVHR memo. She stated the property met all the code requirements. Commissioner Leavitt was concerned about parking and how much is adequate for a given number of occupants. Public Comment RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Estes Valley Planning Commission April 21,2017 Board Room, Estes Park Town Hall Julie Reichle/owner has rented the home since 2011. The prior vehicle count was limited to three, which they complied with. They make the renter aware of the vehicle regulations. The garage is available for parking. There was brief discussion regarding a code amendment regarding parking spaces. It was moved and seconded (Klink/White) to approve the Large Vacation Home application for 541 Heinz Parkway and the motion passed 7-0. Staff and Commission Discussion There was brief discussion about the potential for a code amendment for parking standards. Director Hunt stated if there is a parking issue or shortage, staff wants to be mindful of those situations. Commissioner Hull commended CCO Hardin on the preparation for today's meeting. CCO Hardin stated all Property Managers and/or local representatives are required to sign the Vacation Home application. Pubiic Comment Heidi Weisch/property owner asked if today's decision was final or if additional licenses would need to be applied for at a later date. Director Hunt stated there are plans to amend the 2015 building codes in the near future, for properties within the town limits. Town Attorney White stated a person of interest has the right to appeal the Commissioners' decision. CCO Hardin stated the Town Clerk will be mailing a new certificate to all property owners with the approved use as a Large Vacation Home. NOTE: It was determined after the meeting that the Town Clerk's office will update their database with the new occupancy number. A new certificate will not be mailed. However, a new notice will be mailed from the Community Development Department to the approved large vacation home owners with the revised occupancy/parking numbers. There being no further business. Chair Moon adjournecT^e meeting at 1:42 p.m. Miehael'Mooti, Chair fPut>9 Se.liyy.-t ' Karen ThompsonfRecording Secretary