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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMINUTES Planning Commission 1990-09-18BRADFORD PUBLISHING CO.RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Planning Convmission September 18, 1990 Commission; Attending: Also Attending; Absent; Chairman Al Sager, Commissioners Wendell Amos, James Banker, Mark Brown, Harriet Burgess, Alma Hix, Richard Wood Chairman Sager, Commissioners Burgess, A. Hix, Wood Amos, Community Development Director Stamey, Town Administrator Klaphake, Public Works Director Widmer, Trustee Garrett, Secretary Jones Commissioners Banker, Brown Chairman Sager called the meeting to order at 1:30 p.m. 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES The minutes of the Planning Commission meeting held August 21, 1990 were submitted and approved. 2. DEVELOPMENT PLANS 2«a. Amendment to Development Plan 89-2, Lot 3, Pine River Subdivision, Applicant: Guy Meulener Mr. Paul Kochevar advised that applicant is proposing to build a car repair shop at the corner of Pine River Lane and Pine River Court. The original development plan was approved in September 1989 with a building size of 2,360 sq. ft. Applicant is requesting to increase the size of the building to 3,600 sq. ft. in order to allow space for inside storage of vehicles. Mr. Kochevar stated that although the development plan shows the required parking, the applicant is requesting the parking requirement be reduced to provide ten interior and five exterior parking spaces, compared to the required eighteen spaces. Mr. Kochevar advised that the drainage detention area will be modified. Chairman Sager stated that most car repair facilities in the area need the required parking. Commissioner Wood moved to approve the proposed amendment to Development Plan 89-2 incorporating the required parking as shown, and with the following conditions: 1. Landscaping or berming be provided to screen the parking area. 2. Terms and conditions of the original approval of September 19, 1989 remain in effect. Commissioner Burgess seconded the motion and the vote was unanimous. 2.b. Amendment to Development Plan 88-1, Lots Ij 8r 9, & West 1/2 of Lot 10, Webster Resubdivision, Applicant: Richard Gray Mr. Paul Kochevar addressed the Commission stating that applicant is requesting an extension of time to construct improvements on a 30,'156 sq.ft. site. The propose development consists of nine dwelling units, one existing, eight new. The development plan for this site was approved by the Planning Commission on January 19, 1988 with a BRADFORD PUBLISHING CO.RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Planning Commission - September 18, 1990 - Page 2 construction completion date of February 1, 1991. He stated that since originally approved, ownership has changed and two areas of progress have been made, namely: (1) An access to Bighorn Drive was acquired by purchasing the adjacent property; (2) The building size and configuration were modified to allow for standardized construction. Director Stamey noted that nonconforming density, which is scheduled to expire at the end of 1991, applies to this site. Applicant is requesting a completion date extension to January 1, 1993. Commissioner A. Hix moved to extend the completion date for this project to December 31, 1991. Commissioner Wood seconded the motion and the vote was unanimous. 2. C. Development Plan 90-3. Lot 5A, Amended Plat of Lot 5 & East 1/2 of Lot 4, Block 2, Lone Pine Acres Addition, Applicant: Paul & Jean Stage Mr. Paul Kochevar, representing Mr. & Mrs. Stage, advised that applicant is proposing to construct a 4,800 sq. ft. building to be used for renovation of collector or special interest vehicles, sales of these vehicles, and design and construction of specialty trailers. The site is located on the north side of U.S. 34, east of the Inn of Estes Park and zoned C-0 Outlying Commercial. Access will be from North Lake Avenue. Mr. Kochevar stated that one-half of the building will be used for showroom space and the remaining half for maintenance of vehicles. Director Stamey advised that the development plan shows seven parking spaces. The zoning regulations would require twenty- three parking spaces (1 space per 200 sq. ft.). Director Stamey recommended that all utilities be placed underground and all disturbed areas be reseeded and stabilized. Also details should be provided for the construction of the drainage pond and low flow channel. It was suggested that additional plantings be placed along the front and side lot lines and a landscape berm be extended in front of the parking area. Director Stamey also commented on the location of the freestanding sign, driveway width, and outdoor storage. He recommended that additional paved parking be provided. Mr. Kochevar advised that the freestanding sign will be relocated to meet code requirements and that outdoor storage is not being considered at this time. Correspondence was acknowledged from the Public Works Department recommending the following: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. The future east building wall be outside the detention pond with a one foot freeboard. All rip-rap have a minimum size of 12 inches. Storm runoff from the south section of the parking lot should be directed to the detention pond within a defined swale that is protected from erosion, with rip-rap or an erosion mat. Drainage facilities maintenance should be the responsibility of the property owner and so noted on the plat. Gas and water service lines should be in separate trenches. BRADFORD PUBLISHING CO.RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Planning Commission - September 18, 1990 - Page 3 Correspondence was also acknowledged from Upper Thompson Sanitation District advising that they have the capacity to serve the development and a tap agreement will be required. Mr. Kochevar stated that a revised plan and development notes have been submitted to staff addressing the recommendations noted above. In regard to the number of parking spaces recommended, Mr. Kochevar stated that applicant will be the only employee, with occasional assistance from his wife, and the seven parking spaces would be more than adequate. The additional spaces and parking layout have been shown on the revised development plan and a prepared note will be added stating that the Town can require construction of these spaces. Town Attorney White advised that a memorandum should be recorded with Larimer County stating that the additional parking will be constructed if required. After further discussion. Commissioner Burgess moved for approval of Development Plan 90-3 incorporating the new plan and development notes, and the following conditions: 1. 2. 3. 5. 6. 7. Parking spaces 8 - 23 be constructed and asphalt paved if the owner or the Town determines they are needed in the future. Provide underground cable (electric) utilities. Re-seed and stabilize all disturbed areas. Delete future building wall note. A low flow channel in the detention pond be provided. Berm area between North Lake Avenue and parking bay. Provide landscape plantings along side lot lines, between front lot line and building. Relocate freestanding sign. Reduce width of driveway to 30 feet (maximum). Place note on Development Plan which reads: "There shall be no outdoor storage." Commissioner Wood seconded the motion and the vote was unanimous. 3. SUBDIVISIONS 3. a. Amended Plat, Lot 5 & East 1/2 of Lot 4, Block 2, Lone Pine Acres Addition, Applicant: Paul & Jean Stage Mr. Paul Kochevar addressed the Commission stating that there are two existing lots, and applicant is requesting to combine Lot 5 and the East 1/2 of Lot 4, Block 2 to make one lot of 0.756 ac. Director Stamey advised that the plat meets the requirements of Title 16, and combining the two lots will eliminate the interior lot line and clean up an old lot split. Commissioner Wood moved to favorably recommend to the Town Board approval of the amended plat of Lot 5 & East 1/2 of Lot 4, Block 2, Lone Pine Acres Addition. Commissioner A. Hix seconded the motion and the vote was unanimous. BRADFORD PUBLISHING CO.RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Planning Commission - September 18, 1990 - Page 4 3,b. Final Plat, Stanley Village Subdivision. Por. of Tract 3, Stanley Addition (Park National Bank), Applicant: William G. Van Horn This final plat was reviewed by the Planning Commission in August, 1990 and the proposal to subdivide the Stanley Village Shopping Center into two lots was recommended to be denied. Applicant is submitting the plat for reconsideration. Chairman Sager opened the public hearing and requested that only new information be presented for consideration. Town Administrator Klaphake addressed the Commission advising that after reviewing the existing maintenance agreement and the one being proposed by Park National Bank he finds they are "similar but different", but not as different as initially thought, and feels the items being considered for change may have been misunderstood. He requested the Commission review these items further. He noted that staff's position regarding separation of parking has not changed however. Mr. Bill Van Horn addressed the Commission stating that the proposed maintenance agreement is equitable to the bank and the other tenants in Stanley Village. Director Stamey summarized the maintenance agreement dated July 31, 1989 from Stanley Commercial Development, Ltd. advising Park National Bank of adjustments in participation. The agreement advised of the pro-rata share of common area charges the bank would continue to be responsible for, and also items to be excluded from the agreement such as water and sewer, common area lighting, building repair and maintenance, supplies and cleaning, fertilizer and mowing of the center, parking area lighting, Christmas decorations, sign maintenance, etc. Mr. Van Horn commented that the purpose of revising the agreement was to more equitably distribute common area maintenance items that the bank would not be involved in such as trash removal, cleaning of public restrooms, etc. Commissioner Wood questioned what protection the Center would have regarding maintenance of the area should the Bank sell the parcel. Mr. Van Horn advised that there is a performance clause in the agreement to force either party to meet the conditions of the agreement. Town Administrator Klaphake noted that the main responsibilities for maintenance by the bank have not changed, but are being more equitably distributed. Town Attorney White requested Stanley Commercial Development notify the Town of any future amendments to the maintenance agreement. Mr. Van Horn addressed the issue of "shared parking" and noted there were 721 total spaces available, including employee parking. He noted that when Stanley Village went through the approval process, prior to establishment of the C-0 zoning, one of the things designated on the original approval was to have or provide 3 1/2 parking spaces per 1000 ft. He further noted that the eleven spaces the bank wishes to reserve in front of the bank (north side) would be on bank property, and would still leave ample space available throughout the rest of the shopping center. Chairman Sager questioned the size of existing parking spaces in front of Coast to Coast noting that, when measured, they were smaller than stated on the plan. Town Administrator Klaphake commented on behalf of the Urban Renewal Authority, which initially approved the development, and stated that Stanley Village Shopping Center was approved as a whole and parking should not be separated but should remain under the rules of the original approval. BRADFORD PUBLISHING CO.RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Planning Commission - September 18, 1990 - Page 5 There being no further comments, Chairman Sager declared the public hearing closed. Commissioner Amos moved to favorably recommend to the Town Board approval of the separation of Lot 1, Stanley Village Subdivision, with the following conditions: 1. The maintenance agreement of July 31, 1989 between Park National Bank and Stanley Commercial Development be in effect, with the Town being notified of any future modifications. 2. Required utility easements be provided. 3. A notation be placed on the plat stating that the streets are private and are not maintained by the Town. 4. A shared parking note be placed on the plat. 5. A note be placed on the plat which states there shall be no freestanding sign on Lot 1. Commissioner Wood seconded the motion and the vote was as follows: Commissioners Amos, Burgess, Sager, Wood voting for approval; Commissioner A. Hix voting against. 4. ZONING REVISION 5.a. Amendments to Chapter 17, Zoning Regulations Chairman Sager opened the public hearing to consider amendments to Chapter 17, Zoning Regulations. Director Stamey advised that options have been discussed regarding creation of a separate Sport and Recreation Area District. In creating this district, it is proposed that commercial amusements be permitted in C-D and C-0 Districts, provided they are wholly contained within a building. Outdoor amusements would not be permitted. Uses such as carriage rides, Stanley Steamer, trolleys, etc. would be eliminated from an amusement category and be issued a permit to use public rights-of-way. A list of specific recreational uses were identified as follows: 1. Ice Skating area, sledding area 2. Swimming pools 3. Aerial tramway 4. Riding Stables 5. Rifle, archery, trap range 6. Outdoor performing theater 7. Go-cart track 8. Miniature golf 9. Nature trail/walk 10. Fishing 11. Outdoor recreational facilities such as athletic field tennis courts, batting cage, driving range. These uses would be allowed without special review, but would be subject to development plan review criteria i.e, parking requirements, etc. There would be the requirement that the area to be rezoned to the S-RA district in order to conduct these uses. Some of the specifics suggested would be a minimum lot area of one acre, and larger setbacks when that particular use might abut an arterial street. As part of the change in creating a sport and recreation district, it is proposed that the outdoor type amusements and recreational activities be eliminated from C-D and C-0 Districts. BRADFORD PUBLISHING CO.RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Planning Coinmission - September 18, 1990 - Page 6 In discussing the list of various recreational activities. Commissioner A. Hix suggested item #5 (Rifle, archery & trap range) be eliminated, as these would be difficult activities to control on the site. She suggested non-power boating be added to #10. Commissioner Amos suggested item #7, (Go-cart track) be eliminated for the reason that it is not a family oriented, mountain type activity. He suggested that activities that are compatible with the mountain area, particularly Rocky Mountain National Park, should be included. Commissioner Wood expressed discomfort with the concept of having a separate zoning district for recreational activities. He stated there are difficulties which could ultimately eliminate outdoor recreational uses. Public comment was heard from Bill Van Horn and Jean Weaver. Mr. Van Horn stated he thought the S-RA District was a good idea. He also stated that perhaps some public use areas should be re-zoned to this district, and that perhaps there should be a district location standard. Ms. Weaver requested go-cart tracks be removed from the list because of noise and air pollution. Chairman Sager closed the public hearing. Commissioner Amos moved to favorably recommend approval to the Town Board of items 1, 2, 4, 6, 8, 9, 10, and 11 listed in the Sport and Recreational Area uses, with #10 being modified to include non-power boating. He further moved to recommend approval of the dimensional regulations as follows: 17.20.020 E. one acre. S-RA District - The minimum lot area shall be 17.20.040 B. 1. a. In the S-RA District, there shall be a heavily landscaped 100 ft. setback from all arterial streets for all activities, and a 50 ft. setback from all other street lines. b. Side Yard Setback. In the S-RA District, 50 ft. for all activities, and 100 feet when abutting any residential district. All setbacks to be heavily landscaped. c. Rear Yard Setback. In the S-RA District, 50 feet for all activities, and 100 feet when abutting any residential district. All setbacks to be heavily landscaped. 2. River Setback, activities. In the S-RA District, 30 feet for all Chairman Sager moved to not delete item #7 (Go-cart track) from the list of suggested activities. Commissioner A. Hix seconded Chairman Sager's motion and the vote to not delete item #7 (Go-Carts), was as follows: Commissioners A. Hix, Sager, Wood voting to not delete item #7; those voting for deleting item #7, Commissioners Amos, Burgess. Commissioner Wood commented that he cannot support this particular zoning proposal because of difficulties that could be experienced in the future. After further discussion regarding acceptance of the proposed zoning amendment. Chairman Sager called for a vote. Those voting to favorably recommend to the Town Board approval of BRADFORD PUBLISHING CO.RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Planning Commission - September 18, 1990 - Page 7 the proposed Sport and Recreational Area District: Commissioners Amos, Burgess, A. Hix, Sager. Those voting against approval. Commissioner Wood. Director Stamey advised that on Page 229-1 of the Zoning Regulations, under item 4. Commercial Accommodations Requirement. there was a language error which needed to be corrected. It should read, "Commercial accommodations, where authorized, shall have a lot area of not less than forty thousand square feet, plus lot area per guest unit equal not less than ten percent of that required for a single family lot." Commissioner A. Hix moved to favorably recommend to the Town Board the language modification, as noted on Page 229-1, item 4. Commissioner Wood seconded the motion and the vote was unanimous. Director Stamey stated that there have been concerns^ regarding Bed and Breakfast uses and increasing commercialization in single faimily neighborhoods. He suggested the Planning Commission consider removing the Bed and Breakfast, as a special review use, from the E -Estate zoning district. After further discussion. Commissioner Burgess moved to favorably recommend this revision to the Town Board.^ Commissioner Wood seconded the motion and the vote was unanimous. 5. REPORTS All agenda items being completed. Chairman Sager commented about the change in Planning Commission appointmentsnoting that the Commission is now an "all citizen" Commission. He requested the By-Laws be modified to reflect the change from having three Town Trustees on the Planning Commission. Commissioner Wood moved to approve the modification of the By-Laws. Commissioner Hix seconded the motion and the vote was unanimous. There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 3:48 p.m. Carolyn Jo^es,/secretary