HomeMy WebLinkAboutMINUTES Planning Commission 1985-07-16BRADFORD PUBLISHING CO.RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
/Planning Conunission
July 16, 1985
Commission:Chairman A1 Sager, Members Duane Blair, Mark
Brown, Mike Dickinson, George Hix, Steve
Komito, Richard Wood
Attending:Chairman Sager, Members Brown, Dickinson,
Hix, Komito, Wood
Also Attending:Town Administrator Hill, Town Attorney White,
Town Planner Stamey, Town Engineer Widmer,
Secretary O'Connor
Absent:Member Blair
1. Minutes of the Planning Commission Meeting held May 21, 1985
were submitted and approved.
2. SUBDIVISIONS:
2.a. Pine Knolls Subdivision, Lot Split of a Portion of Lot
21, South Saint Vrain Addition: Planner Stamey cited a
"conflict of interest" and stated he would not participate
in discussion and excused himself from the panel. The
proposed subdivision is located at the northwest corner of
Highway 7 (Pine Knoll Apartments) and Pine Knoll Drive. The
size of the site is 3.413 acres, proposing two lots.
Existing zoning is R-2 Multiple Family. Chairman Sager read
Town Planner Stamey's staff report which summarized site
data, project description, major concerns and general
comments; however, no staff recommendation was submitted.
The following correspondence was acknowledged and read
aloud:
Town Engineer..................................................07/08/85
Town Attorney..................................................07/0 8/85
Light and Power Director............................07/01/85
Upper Thompson Sanitation District—07/10/85
State Highway Department............................07/05/85
Michael F. Sollenberger, general partner, was present and
stated that initially the residence located on the property
was to be used by the owners. At this time, it best serves
the owner's interest to sell the residence. There were no
persons present speaking in favor of or in opposition to the
proposed subdivision. A major concern and issue stated in
the staff report addressed density. The apartment complex
was developed in accordance with the Town's non-conforming
density regulations. Under conforming density regulations,
the apartment complex itself would have required 4.6 acres
of land, compared to the 2.656 acres proposed for Lot 2.
Member Dickinson stated that there are special circumstances
or conditions affecting the property; that the exception is
necessary for the preservation and the enjoyment of a
substantial property right of the petitioner; that the
granting of the exception will not be materially detrimental
to the public welfare or injurious to other property in the
neighborhood in which the property of the petitioner is
situated or in conflict with the purposes and objectives of
Title 16, and moved Pine Knolls Subdivision be favorably
recommended to the Town Board subject to the following
conditions:
1. Include location of water and sewer lines for
service to Lot 1 on the plat.
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2. Include a note on the plat that the access easement
is for use by Lot 1.
3. Include a 1/8" hatched border to the plat.
4. All property pins must be set prior to Town Board
approval.
5. The northwest and southwest property corners need
to be reset and/or properly identified on the plat.
6. The signature block should designate the name of
the limited partnership and indicate a place for
the signature of a general partner of said limited
partnership.
Member Dickinson also acknowledged comments received by the
Upper Thompson Sanitation District. Member Wood seconded
the motion and it passed unanimously.
2.b. Lancaster Subdivision, Lot Split of a portion of Lot
10, South Saint Vrain Addition; The proposed lot split is
located east of Cedar Lane and South of the Golf Course.
The size of the site of 1.31 acres; proposing two lots.
Existing zoning is R—l, One and Two Family Residence.
Planner Stamey read the staff report. Paul Kochevar,
representing the owners, stated the intent was to divide a
parcel into two lots. Mr. Kochevar also stated there were
no problems in meeting staff requirements. Brief discussion
followed concerning a utility pole which was located outside
the utility easement and clarification of the 30 and 35'
wide access easement. Mr. Kochevar stated the owner intends
to move the pole into the utility easement as soon as
possible and a clairification will be accomplished on the
plat denoting a 35' wide access easement. Member Brown
stated that there are special circumstances or conditions
affecting the property; that the exception is necessary for
the preservation and the enjoyment of a substantial property
right of the petitioner; that the granting of the exception
will not be materially detrimental to the public welfare or
injurious to the other property in the neighborhood in which
the property of the petitioner is situated or in conflict
with the purposes and objectives of Title 16 and moved
Lancaster Subdivision be favorably recommended to the Town
Board subject to the following conditions:
1. Place a 1/8" hatched border around the perimeter of
the lots.
2. All property pins set prior to Town Board approval.
Member Hix seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.
2. c. Boundary Adjustment of Lots 4 and 5 and a portion of
Lot 21, Bonnie Brae Addition; The proposed boundary adjust-
ment is located on the West side of Highway 7 and south of
Morgan Street - 821 South Saint Vrain. Size of the site is
1.56 acres, containing three lots. Existing zoning is
One and Two Family Residence, Planner Stamey read the staff
report. The proposed boundary adjustment will modify the
internal lot lines between Lots 4, 5 and 21. No new build
ing sites are being created. Currently, the accessory
garage on Lot 4 encroaches onto Lot 5. Bill Van Horn,
representing the owners, stated the boundary adjustment is
to correct the encroachment and place the accessory garage
entirely on Lot 4. The owners have agreed to enlarge the
access easement to 24'. There were no persons present
speaking in favor of or in opposition to the boundary
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adjustment. Member Wood stated that the granting of the
exception will not be materially detrimental to the public
welfare or injurious to other property in the neighborhood
in which the property of the petitioner is situated or in
conflict with the purposes and objectives of Title 16 and
moved the Boundary Adjustment of Lots 4 and 5 and a portion
of Lot 21, Bonnie Brae Addition be favorably recommended to
the Town Board subject to the following conditions:
1. Add a 1/8" hatched border to the plat.
2. Title the boundary adjustment "Sloan Boundary
Adjustment."
3. Set property pins prior to Town Board approval.
4. Include a "vicinity map" on the final plat.
5. Indicate location of sanitary sewer line traversing
Lots 4 and 21, and provide utility easement.
6. Provide 24' wide access easement, and note on plat
that access to Lots 5 and 21 shall be restricted to
this access easement.
Member Hix seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.
The Estes Park Sanitation District noted that the sewer line
traversing Lots 4 and 21 would have to be enlarged if future
development occurs on these lots and connects to this line.
2 .d. Boundary Adjustment of portions of Lots 11 and 12,
Riverside Subdivision: Member Hix cited a "conflict of
interest", stated he would not participate in discussion or
vote and excused himself from the panel. The proposed
boundary adjustment is located on the west side of West
Riverside Drive and south of Ivy Street (251, 261 W.
Riverside Drive and 250 Moraine Avenue) . The size of the
site is .244 acres, containing 4 lots. Existing zoning is
C-D Downtown Commercial. Planner Stamey read the staff
report and acknowledged receipt of the following
correspondence:
Town Engineer............................................07/08/85
Town Attorney............................................07/08/85
The intent of the boundary adjustment is to move the lot
line between Lots 11 and 12 — 2.66' to the north which will
enable the existing structure on the lot identified as 12A
to comply with the C-D District setback regulations. For a
building of this type construction, a setback of five feet
is required to meet building code requirements. Bill Van,
representing the owners, submitted a revised plat for the
Commission's review. The revised plat moved the subject lot
line 7.66' to the north, which enabled the existing building
on Lot 12 to have a 10' property line setback. The original
plat was difficult to decipher as original lot lines and
deeded lot lines were shown. Mr. Van Horn stated staff
requirements could be met excluding Item #3 — Combine Lots
lOA, lOB and llA into a single lot. Lots lOA and llA do
have common ownership. Lots lOB does not. Member Dickinson
stated that the granting of the exception will not be
materially detrimental to the public welfare or injurious to
other property in the neighborhood in which the property of
the petitioner is situated or in conflict with the purposes
and objectives of Title 16 and moved the Revised Boundary
Adjustment of portions of Lots 11 and 12, Riverside
Subdivision be favorably recommended to the Town Board
subject to the following conditions:
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1. Indicate on the Plat:
a. 1/8" hatched border.
b. Bearing to northwest corner of Lot lOB.
c. Vicinity map.
d. Existing wall along east side of Lot 10.
e. Correction of "Asper" in legend.
2. All property pins set prior to Town Board approval.
3. Add an "identifier name" to title of boundary
adjustment.
4. Add note on plat stating "the boundary adjustment
is not a subdivision of property but a reflection
of ownership."
Member Brown seconded the motion and it passed by the
following votes: Those voting "Yes" Members Sager, Brown,
Dickinson, Komito and Wood. Those voting "No" none. Those
"Abstaining" Member Hix. The Planning Commission also noted
that Town staff should have adequate time to review the
revised plat, prior to Town Board consideration.
3. DEVELOPMENT PLANS:
3.a. Development Plan 85-3, Sears Retail Center, 521 South
Saint Vrain: The development plan is located in the south
west corner of Saint Vrain Lane and Highway 7. Size of the
site of .41 acres and contains one lot. Existing zoning is
C-0 Commercial Outlying. Planner Stamey read the staff
report and acknowledged the following correspondence:
Town Engineer...............................................07/09/85
Town Attorney...............................................07/08/85
State Highway Department.....................07/08/85
The applicant is requesting approval of a development plan
for a retail store containing 2,466 square feet of gross
floor area. Vehicular access is from Saint Vrain Lane and a
private driveway serving the bowling alley. Eleven parking
spaces and a loading/unloading area have been shown.
Planner Stamey compared C-0 requirements to the proposed
development. Roger Thorp, representing the owners, stated
the owners were working with an existing structure that had
been vacant several years. The parking layout was designed
using eleven parking spaces in lieu of twelve due to the
fact that the rear portion of the structure would be used as
a warehouse facility. Two detention ponds have been
designed; one at the south and east portion of of the lot
and the second at the north and west portion of the lot.
Discussion followed concerning access (Mr. Thorp indicated
that the two access points from Saint Vrain Lane could be
narrowed in width), time schedule for paving, drainage and
grades. There were no persons speaking in favor of or in
opposition to the development plan. Member Brown moved the
Estes Park Planning Commission approve Development Plan 85-3
subject to the following conditions:
1. Indicate on development plan:
a. Details of drainage improvements, pursuant to
Town Engineer Widmer's comments submitted July
9, 1985.
b. Landscaping requirements and planting schedule.
2. Drainage:
n
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a. Rip-rap outlets from drainage detention ponds
to asphalt streets.
b. Use larger discharge pipes from detention
ponds, with a removable end, properly sized.
c. Provide emergency overflow for each pond.
3. Provide 12 parking spaces.
4.Pave immediately, with 2" asphalt or 4" concrete,
all parking areas, loading areas and access drives.
Provide access easement agreement with property to
the south, verifying applicant's access across said
property to a public street.
Indicate proper setback, 8' minimum,
free-standing sign.
for
7.The entrances off of Saint Vrain Lane be narrowed
in width, with the eastern access moved as far as
possible from State Highway 7, and signed as
one-way drives. Driveway grades should be reduced
if possible.
Member Hix seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.
3.b. Development Plan 85-4. Park School District Swimming
Pool; The School District Site is located east of Community
Drive and Graves Avenue. Size of the site is ±15 acres.
Existing zoning is C-0 Commercial Outlying. The applicant
is requesting approval of a development plan for a swimming
pool addition onto the elementary school building. The new
addition is approximately 16,000 square feet. Planner
Stamey read the staff report stating the School District
submittal is informational and the Planning Commission's
recommendations are largely advisory in nature. Richard
Sales, Architect, representing the owners, stated the
addition will enclose a six-lane pool, shallow pool and
support rooms which will attach to the southwest corner of
the elementary school. Paul Kochevar, also representing the
owners, stated he had reviewed staff comments and the
requirements could be met with the exception of providing
landscaping along Community Drive and within the interior of
the parking lot; landscaping is not a budgeted item. Mr.
Kochevar stated that the School District would separate the
view of the parking lot from the street with a 20' wide
landscaped area between the two drives. Herbert Wenger,
Superintendent, Park School District stated the District
would be happy to comply with the water drainage require
ments. Ninety parking spaces are proposed with the di
mensions of the spaces being 10' x 20'; the driveway will be
24' wide. Member Dickinson moved the Estes Park Planning
Commission approve Development Plan 85-4 Park School Dis
trict - Swimming Pool, listing the following advisory
comments not conditions:
1. Indicate on development plan:
a. Seal of engineer or architect.
b. Details of drainage system, including detention
pond size, location and outlet. Outlet from
detention pond should be variable.
c. Location of parking lot lighting and type.
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d.
e.
f.
Location of utilities;
ity and gas.
water, sewer, electric-
Retained vegetation and plantings.
Signature block for owner and Planning Commis
sion.
2.
4.
Provide landscaping along Community Drive and
within interior of parking lot as follows;
a. Community Drive (parking separation); 8 trees,
83 shrubs; Parking Lot interior; 34 trees, 136
shrubs.
3. Comments as submitted by the Estes Park Volunteer
Fire Department July 12, 1985.
Member Komito seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.
SPECIAL REVIEW;
4.a. Special Review 85-2, Stanley Steam Tour Company; The
location of the Stanley Steam Tour Service is on the down
town Estes Park public streets and associated stops.
Planner Stamey read the staff report and acknowledged the
following correspondence;
Town Engineer.....................................................07/08/85
Director, Urban Renewal Authority.........07/10/85
The applicants have been operating a tour service through
the core area of Estes Park, utilizing a Stanley Steamer
Mountain Wagon. A major area of concern listed in the staff
report was the oil leakage from the Stanley Steamer which
was adversely impacting the condition of the East Elkhorn
Loading Zone (particularly in front of the Happy Texan
Restaurant) and the section of the downtown pedestrian
environment. Mr. Richard B. Paynter, co-owner, advised the
Commission steps have been taken to clean-up the loading
zone area in front of the Happy Texan. Use of a "drip pan"
is being investigated as a method of deterring the oil
leakage. The Happy Texan pick-up/drop-off location is the
most beneficial to the owners. The Town Engineer and
Planner submitted photographs depicting the area of oil
spots in front of Western Brands and the particularly large
oil spots located in front of the Happy Texan. Although
Town Engineer Widmer supported the general concept of the
tour service, he cited a potential safety hazard in the
continued use of the vehicle due to the oil leakage. Mr.
Paynter stated the owners were willing to pay for any damage
caused and that they (the owners) would help clean the area
in front of the Happy Texan to retain the pick-up/drop-off
location. Following discussion. Member Brown moved Special
Review 85-2 - Stanley Steam Tour Company be favorably
recommended to the Town Board subject to the following
conditions;
1. The proposal be approved on a temporary basis
through September, 1985. Should the Stanley
Steamer be operated next summer, approved would
again be required.
2. The Stanley Steamer stops be limited to; Stanley
Hotel, Elkhorn Lodge, Isabella Birds, Mountain Man
Restaurant, The Inn at Estes Park and The Other
Side Restaurant. Additional stops on private
property can be added and they will be subject to
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administrative review, ensuring that the consent of
adjacent and private property owners is obtained.
3. The Stanley Steam Tour Company be assessed for the
cost to clean and remove the oil residue from the
East Elkhorn Loading Zone.
4. That the pick-up/drop-off location in front of the
Happy Texan be suspended until such time as the
cleanup has taken place which is within seven (7)
days following approval by the Town Board; and, if
the loading zone is to be cleaned by the Stanley
Steam Tour Company, the method and type of
materials to be used in cleaning the residue be
approved by the Town prior to clean-up operations;
and that the oil leakage problem be corrected prior
to re-use of this loading zone.
5. A bond (in the amount of $20,000) be secured to
cover possible continued damage.
6. The Stanley Steam Tour Company secure an "Occupa
tion License.”
Member Hix seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.
5. DISCUSSION;
5.a. Estes Park Board of Realtors - Request for appointment
to Urban Growth Area Steering Committee.A resolution dated
June 21, 1985 prepared by the Estes Park Board of Realtors
requesting an appointment from the Realtors to the Steering
Committee was submitted to the Planning Commission. Chair
man Sager advised the Commission a letter of response dated
July 10, 1985 was mailed to the Board of Realtors advising
the Board a realtor, Robert Mohler, was serving on the
Committee. Ross Brown, representing the Board of Realtors,
stated should a vacancy occur, the Board would appreciate
consideration of their request.
5.b. Planning Commission Budget Request for 1986; In an
effort to acquaint all members of the Commission with the
budget process, a detailed list will be presented at the
next Planning Commission meeting.
6. REPORTS;
Planner Stamey reported an organization meeting of the Urban
Growth Area Steering Committee was held J\ine
Larimer County has hired an intern who will be collecting
information for the next meeting which will be s^hJdu1®^
early in August. A formal set of minutes were not taken as
the first meeting was an informational work session.
Planner Stamey has received the first rough d^ft
Residential Zoning Regulations as prepared by Phl1
Associates. Staff held a work session June 21'
Mr. Herr's associate Chuck Perry. Additional clarification
will take place prior to public work shops.
There being no further business, the meeting adjourned.
Vickie O'Connor, Secretary