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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMINUTES Planning Commission 1991-10-15BRADFORD PUBLISHING CO.RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Planning Commission October 15, 1991 Commission: Attending: Also Attending: Chairman Sager, Commissioners Wendell Amos, Mark Brown, Harriet Burgess, Alma Hix, Larry Wexler and Richard Wood Chairman Sager, Commissioners Amos, Burgess, A. Hix, Wexler and Wood Trustee/Liaison Garrett, Town Administrator Klaphake, Public Works Director Linnane, Clerk O'Connor Commissioner Brown, Community Development Director Stamey Absent: Chairman Sager called the meeting to order at 1:35 P.M. 1. MINUTES. Town Clerk O'Connor read an amendment contained in the September 17, 1991 Planning Commission minutes, and the minutes were approved as submitted. 2. DEVELOPMENT PLANS. 9.7V. Development Plan #91-5, Tract 7, Beaver Point, Fir^ Addition. Deanna Blevle & Glenda Brown/Applicant. The Applicant is proposing a commercial accommodations development consisting of six (6) new es' existing driveway serves the site an^,,f®vrteVhPat the si?e Kochevar Applicant's representative, advised that, the site also includes an existing home and detached garage; he is in aareement with the staff recommendation concerning drainage Snd that^ a revised Drainage Plan will be submitted to the Public Works Department; a moss rock identica liaht fixture will be constructed at the entry to the site, L outdoor lTghtTng is being proposed; and the ApPl-a"t is aware of the access permit being required by the State Hignway Department.6 Mr. KocLvar clarified ^hat the 16 parking spaces were computed by including two spaces at and in the ^arag narkino is sufficient for the project. Fencing to the east wpit of the site will remain as both are privately owned. ?hLe wLfno persons speaking in "favor of" or in "opposition to" the proposal. It was moved and second®d.DevelopmentPplan #91-5, Tract 7, Beaver Point, be approved with the following conditions, and it passed unanimously: 1. The sign location be identified on the Development Plan. 2. Highway frontage landscaping be incorporated with any signage located in the area. 3 An Access Permit be secured from the State Department prior to issuance of a building permit. 4. A revised Drainage Plan be submitted and approved by the Public Works Department. Plan to special Rev^ Block 1- Second Amended Plat commissioner A. Hix declared a “conflict of interest" and BRADFORD PUBLISHING CO.RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Planning commission - October 15, 1991 - Page 2 removed herself from the room. Chairman Sager opened a public hearing to consider the Amended Development Plan to Special Review #91-5. The Planning Commission and Board of Trustees approved Special Review #91—5 and the Development Plan on August 20 and August 21, 1991, respectively. Further investigation by the Applicant has led to the conclusion that it is more economical to remove the existing structure (intact) and construct a new building. Major site changes include the movement of the pedestrian access to the property from the sidewalk to the western property line, and three large evergreen trees in front of the building will be removed as a result of moving the existing structure. Applicant's representative, Paul Kochevar, reported that as a result of the structure being removed, the parking area will be raised 2-3' so that the parking stall slope is less steep. One (1) handicapped parking space will be provided at the rear of the building. Due to removal of the trees and alteration of the retaining wall, staff is recommending the existing retaining wall be removed and replaced to the north (approximately 32') to allow for an 8'-wide sidewalk which will continue sidewalk transition from the First National Bank property. In addition, due to the loss of the trees, the area wi3^ be re­ landscaped. Administrator Klaphake reiterated that if the trees remain in place, changes to the sidewalk and retaining wall will not be required. However, if the trees are removed, the Applicant must conform to current regulations and install an 8' sidewalk. Those persons speaking in favor of proposal: Minno Riz/Applicant—the sidewalk expensef however, he is willing to partioipate in sidewalk installation; any tree that is renoved will be rePla«d. the existincf trees (1) obstruct visibility, and ^ W1fr trimmed9to facilitate an outdoor eating area; and an April 1 opening is anticipated. Frank Hixproperty owner—due to the historical significance of the existing structure, he will move it; based upon experts in the field, the existing trees have outlived their usefulness; the First National Bank h aareedto^Tlow use of their southwest corner to assist in removing°the structure; objected to the Town's position in requiring the Applicant to construct the 8 sidewalk with LPanen.S ^Lrrlefnrno^rnVstiUy. Ch^ir^an Sager declared the public hearing closed. AbSrindinrfs0LiKn1gaCktromTed"t,edas w" S£“ng0waJ™^ai^h\t1p1li-^^^^ ?o-c= "??hrthe°sidewalk regulrenente such Roger Thorp/Architect, ad.A^ls®f1 hDrUdent to move the wall and a^b^ng1e will be the walkway to the front |"iyn; addition^ .g'fXrp StreSSedtheneedeaforodiscussion on the future plans of Streetscape in CoI™j.ssioner Wood quLt?onedCShi?herr|if Ap^icLtCwouldbereceptivetoa„ I 1994 deadline to build a new staining wallhandaSid^alkve_ Chairman Sager1 questioned the location of the canopy as BRADFORD PUBLISHING CO.RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Planning commission - October 15, 1991 - Page 3 originally proposed. Mr. Riz reported that the name "The Gazebo" will be used, and that pink canopies will be placed on the windows. The Applicant remains receptive to suggestions on the color of the canopies. There being no further testimony, it was moved and seconded (Amos/Sager) the Amended Development Plan to Special Review #91-5, Lot 5 and a Portion of Lots 6 & 4, Block 1, Second Amended Plat be favorably recommended to the Board of Trustees contingent upon the following, and it passed by these subseguent votes; Those voting "Yes" Commissioners Amos, Burgess, Sager, and Wexler. Those voting '|No" Commissioner Wood. Those "Abstaining" Commissioner A. Hix: 1. 2. The parking area be raised by approximately 31 so that the parking stall slope is less steep. If the existing three trees in the front area are not removed, responsibility for the modifications to the retaining wall and sidewalk will not be waived, but postponed. If the existing three trees in the front ar®^ a^e removed for any reason, the Applicant Willie reauired to install the 8' sidewalk and retaining wall. However, the Applicant will receive a allowance of 2% years from this date to comply zoning regulations. Such action will be authorized via a Statement of Compliance as supplied by the Town Attorney. Landscaping be provided in the final design for the front area. commissioner Wood supplied his rationale for not voting in favor of the motion, stating that in all probability, Me trees will be removed within 2h years and that it is prudent to have the sidewalk installed. commissioner A. Hix returned to her position on the Commission. 3. 3. SUBDIVISIONS. Amended Mclnt The Applicant is proposing to combine two l^i-tlng^^lot^into roL^0n^4d0StrintU?l^^^^^^^^^ cabins to the property. KV 5L state Slqhuay Department, and access concerns D^reotcf Snnane's memorandum dated f r Sfl staf f conf0rrmed that the "blue line" October 4, . Th being no further testimony, it was moved and seconded (A. Hix/Wood) th® Amende4 Pl^ of «®cts l t 2, First Replat of a POFrt11onR°'t^^aditlonTe favorably ™end:S to threaCEoard of . Trustees contingent upon the following, and it passed unanimously; 1. The existing structures be added to the final plat prior to Town Board Approval. 2. indicate former lot lines and close utility easement. BRADFORD PUBLISHING CO.RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Planning Commission - October 15, 1991 - Page 4 Prior to construction of any new buildings, the August 1986 Drainage Report be revised. At that time, the drainageway be delineated for the 100- year storm runoff, and associated drainage easement be provided. Any future buildings constructed above the "blue line" will require a hydraulic study prior to Town water service. REPORTS. The Commission expressed their appreciation in attending the Colorado American Planning Association Conference which was hosted by Estes Park and held at the Conference Center. Comments included the need to continue we11-documented planning action and update of the Comprehensive Plan; potential affect to the community from nearby gambling establishments; consideration of comments from the Division of Wildlife; public transportation planning; and necessity to include representatives from community groups in planning prior to completion of the Comprehensive Plan. There being no further business. Chairman Sager adjourned the meeting at 3:29 P.M. Vickie O'Connor, CMC, Town Clerk OCT 22. /BOARD OF TKUSTEES