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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMINUTES Planning Commission 1992-04-17BRADFORD PUBLISHING CO.RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Planning Commission March 17, 1992 Commission: Attending: Also Attending: Absent: Chairman Sager, Commissioners Wendell Amos, Mark Brown, Harriet Burgess, Alma Hix, Larry Wexler and Richard Wood Chairman Sager, Commissioners Amos, Brown, Burgess, A. Hix, and Wexler Trustee/Liaison Garrett, Community Development Director Stamey, Clerk O'Connor Commissioner Wood Chairman Sager called the meeting to order at 1:34 P.M. 1. MINUTES. Minutes of the February 18, 1992 meeting were approved as submitted. 2. SUBDIVISIONS. 2. A. Final Plat. Prospect Estates, Second Filing, Jerry Solomon/Applicant. Bill Van Horn, Applicant's Representative, stated that the Applicant is proposing to subdivide approximately one-half of Tract A into 14 lots. Mr. Van Horn questioned staff's recommendation that a drainage encroachment note be added to the plat as it relates to Lot 4. This request would limit the area for this particular driveway. Community Development Director Stamey reviewed the staff report. Public Works Director Linnane commented that the size of the storm sewer (relative to preventing increased flow from the easement) could be resolved between staff and the Applicant. Comments were heard from George Hockman/1625 Prospect Estates Drive, regarding potential traffic impacts and suggested the developer provide an additional exit street to Peak View Drive. Mr. Van Horn stated that due to significant technical problems, 10% slope, and Town standards, an additional exit was not being included. Mr. Van Horn confirmed that the road will require removal of an existing double tree. Commissioner Wexler noted the difficulty in providing an additional entrance to Prospect Estates Drive, and it was moved and seconded (Wexler/Burgess) the Final Plat of Prospect Estates, Second Filing be favorably recommended to the Board of Trustees contingent upon the following and it passed unanimously: 1. 2. Add "affordable housing" note to plat. Add drainage encroachment note to plat. With regard to Lot 4, approval for the design of the driveway crossing the drainage easement must be obtained from the Public Works Director. Prior to Town Board approval, the final design and engineering detail for streets, water, and drainage be approved by the Public Works Director. Indicate all cable utilities, street lights and natural gas on the plan and profile drawings. Submit an Improvement Guarantee for all improvements prior to Town Board approval. BRADFORD PUBLISHING CO.RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Planning Commission - March 11, 1992 - Page 2 5. Secure Wetlands Permit from the Corps of Engineers prior to any development. 2.B. Final Plat of Timberlane Subdivision of Tract 1, Beaver Point. Second Addition. Curtis and Pat Thompson/Applicant. Applicant's Representative Bill Van Horn, noted that the Applicant for this existing accommodation facility is proposing to divide two (2) existing tracts into three (3) lots. Tract 1, Beaver Point, Second Addition, would be divided into two (2) lots; Lot 1 for development of nine (9) new cabin units; and Lot 2 for existing development. Reviewing staff recommendations, Mr. Van Horn noted: (1) an access easement for Riverside Dr. would be provided as an Outlet; (2) if the Applicant is unable to grant an easement due to a deed restriction, the Applicant will extend the water line to Lot 2. The Public Works Department is requesting a 20' utility easement west of Outlet A or on the western property line of Lot 3 for a water main. The Applicant prefers the water main easement be placed on the road to minimize impact to the site. It was moved and seconded (Brown/A. Hix) the Final Plat of Timberlane subdivision of Tract 1/ Beaver Point, Second Addition be favorably recommended to the Board of Trustees contingent upon the following, and it passed unanimously: 1. Secure an Access Permit from C.D.O.H. prior to issuance of a building permit, or, alternatively, access for Lot 1 be limited to Riverside Drive. 2. Provide (1) an outlet to encompass that portion of Lot 1, and (2) a 40' utility and access easement containing the existing roadway. Add a note to the plat stating that this easement will be dedicated as right-of-way without compensation from the Town. 3. Utility easement be provided for existing overhead power line, and easement for PSCo, as necessary. 4. Add a note to the plat stating that the five existing structures along the southern boundary of Lot 2 are non-conforming structures and that the approval of this subdivision plat does not alter said non-conformity. 5. Comments contained in the March 17, 1992 memorandum submitted by Public Works Director Linnane. 3. DEVELOPMENT PLANS. 3.A. Timberlane Lodge. Tract 1. Beaver Point. Second Addition,. 740 Moraine Avenue. Curtis and Pat Thompson/Applicant. Bill Van Horn stated that the Applicant is proposing development of nine (9) cabins for commercial accommodation use. Driveways and parking areas will use a gravel road base in keeping with the "anti—urban" theme. Discussion included the limited clearance between the parking area and buildings (parking bumpers will be installed), sidewalk extension, parking surface and how it may relate to drainage and public safety vehicles, and culvert size. It was moved and seconded (Wexler/Brown) the Development Plan for Timberlane Lodge, Tract 1, Beaver Point, Second Addition be approved contingent upon the following conditions, and it passed unanimously: 1. Designate one (1) handicapped parking space, and BRADFORD PUBLISHING CO.RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Planning Commission - March 11, 1992 - Page 3 one (1) handicapped unit. Site design to incorporate required accessibility. 2. Should the units be sold separately, asphalt paving will be required. 3. Indicate Outlet for the Riverside travelled way, providing for access and utility easement, and future dedication, per Public Works March 17, 1992 memorandum. 4. Increase width of Riverside Drive sidewalk to 6'. 5. Indicate water line size and install fire hydrant. Indicate utility easement for power line. 6. Increase culvert size from the street to 15", and from the parking area to 12". 7. Development "phasing" approval period is for three (3) years. 8. Comments contained in March 17, 1992 memorandum submitted by Public Works Director Linnane. 3.B. Lot 13. Pine River Subdivision, Self-Storage Units, Alan and Judith Kob/Applicant. The Applicant is proposing the development of self-storage units on one lot containing 18,013 sq. ft. Ms. Kob reviewed the extent of landscaping being proposed, and provided a copy of the recorded access easement for Lot 13. Chairman Sager noted that leveling and filling had occurred on the site—the Applicant was not aware that such earth movement cannot take place until such time as the plat is approved. It was moved and seconded (Burgess/A. Hix) the Development Plan for Lot 13, Pine River Subdivision be approved, conditioned upon the following, and it passed unanimously: Landscaping materials and placement be identified on the Development Plan. The detention pond is generally not suitable for the landscaping. All landscaping be completed prior to issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy. Provide provision for 5' separation between the driveway and south lot line of Lot 13. Provide copy of access easement and add recording identification number on plat. Access easement is required to be a 24' wide easement (driveway). 1. 2. 3. 4. SPECIAL REVIEW. 4.A. Special Review #92-2. Trout Pond, etal, Elkhorn Lodge, Jerry Zahourek/APPlicant. Chairman Sager opened a public hearing to consider the above- referenced special review application to construct ^ a public/private fishing pond in the area north of the main lodge, east of the stables, and along Fall River. The pond is approximately %-acre in surface area, and 4' deep. Ks pertinent information relating to the pond's support of fish life (as proposed), construction details, site design, and the like must be provided, it was moved and seconded (Amos/Brown) BRADFORD PUBLISHING CO.RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Planning Commission - March 17, 1992 - Page 4 Special Review #92-2 be continued until such time as the Applicant submits a complete application, and it passed unanimously. Chairman Sager clarified special review requirements for application submittal. Chairman Sager declared a 5-minute recess at 3:30 P.M. Chairman Sager convened the meeting at 3:35 P.M. 4.B. Revised Concept Plan for Special Review #92-1, Peregrine Golf Course (formerly Pinnacle Golf Course), Highway 7 and Marvs Lake Road, Peregrine Golf Group/Applicant. Chairman Sager opened a public hearing to consider the revised concept plan for said special review application. Roger Thorp, Applicant's representative, stated that the four (4) major revisions were: phasing schedule, clubhouse location, number of single-family units, and golf course layout. Mr. Thorp reviewed the anticipated annexation schedule for Phases 1 and 2. The preliminary plat should be submitted March 30; the golf cart crossing on Marys Lake Road will be underground; development will not encroach on adjacent Town property; there will not be a shift in density; and density for Phase 2 will be decreased. Comments were heard from Greg Rosener—if the clubhouse is relocated, perhaps that portion of the site should revert to residential zoning; George Heckman—traffic impact study. Director Stamey confirmed that the number of villas and the traffic study will be submitted with the preliminary plat. There being no further testimony. Chairman Sager declared the public hearing closed. Chairman Sager noted that, in his opinion, the original site for the clubhouse is most desirable. It was moved and seconded (Brown/Burgess) the Revised Concept Plan for Special Review #92-1, Peregrine Golf Course be favorably recommended to the Town Board with the following conditions, and it passed unanimously: 1. All terms and conditions of the original approval are incorporated and remain in effect. 2. A note be added to the Concept Plan stating that each phase must stand on its own; that the number of dwelling units shown for each phase is the maximum number for that phase; and units are not transferrable to other phases. 3. Golf cart crossings of Marys Lake Road be below grade crossings. 4. Should the C-0 Zone in Phase 3 not be used for the clubhouse, this site will revert to R-S Zoning. 5. COUNTY REFERRALS. 5.A. Elkhorn Indian Campground and Cultural Center. South of Elkhorn Lodge. Jerry Zahourek/Applicant. The Applicant, who was not present, is proposing development of an Indian Camp and Cultural Center. The site contains 40 acres with more than 15 camp sites. Staff confirmed that if this property/application was inside Town Limits, it would not meet Town standards for campgrounds. Chairman Sager noted that the submittal is incomplete, thus the application cannot be properly evaluated; however, the Commission would attempt to review the application for its conformance. Roy Jones/Fall River Lane, reported that approximately 90% of adjacent property owners in Elkhorn Club Estates have signed a petition BRADFORD PUBLISHING CO.RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Planning Commission - March 17, 1992 - Page 5 6. opposing the campground/cultural center, and that the petition will be presented to Larimer County. Gordon Hobert commented that the proposed use is incompatible with the environment. It was moved and seconded (Amos/Burgess) staff advise Larimer County that the Commission opposes the Indian Campground and Cultural Center in fact and concept based upon sanitary conditions, security, and traffic impact through Elkhorn Club Estates, the proposal does not enhance the image the Town is attempting to project, and that should Larimer County approve the application, the public right-of-way be dedicated to Larimer County from Elm Road to the Old Man Mountain Road right-of-way, said right-of-way to be compatible with Town standards, and it passed unanimously. In addition, staff was directed to verify whether the site is located within a wildfire hazard area. 5.B. Eagle Rock School. 2 Miles North of Highway 34. American Honda Education Corp./Applicant - Rezonina Request from O-Open to E-Estate. The Applicant is requesting rezoning of approximately 640 acres to develop a residential high school/teacher education center, containing 128 students, 19 faculty, 10 non-resident faculty, and 26 short-term faculty. Robert Burkhardt/American Honda, reported that testimony given during the Colorado Land Board public hearing March 6 was being carefully reviewed; Larimer County will conduct its public hearing April 24; the intent is to begin with 16 students ranging from 15-18 years of age, gaining an additional 80 students. The Applicant has requested authorization for 128 students to allow for future growth; however, housing is currently being proposed for a total of 96 students. The Commission commended the American Honda Education Corporation for their extraordinary submittal document. Mr. Burkhardt advised that supplemental copies of the document will be placed in Director Stamey's office for any interested party. Art Anderson, Executive Director/EPURA reported that EPURA has unanimously endorsed the project based upon year-round economy, employment, and clean industry. Alan Aspinall, President/North End Property Owners Association, commented that the Association is in favor of the 500-acre conservation easement; disallowing hunting will impact adjacent property owners; and the Association does not specifically oppose the school. The Association is actively pursuing creation of a new zoning district with Larimer County—perhaps Mountain "E”. Greg Rosener commented that the proposal will be a tremendous asset and opportunity for the community. On behalf of the Forward Estes Park Foundation, Mr. Rosener reported that the proposal has received unanimous support. It was moved and seconded (Burgess/Amos) the Commission advise Larimer County of their approval of the site development and zoning reclassification to an appropriate zone, and it passed unanimously. In addition, it was moved and seconded (Amos/Wexler) the Commission support the North End Property Owners Association in their review of new development standards and zoning, commending staff for their assistance in this regard, and it passed unanimously. Public Street System for Stanley Historic District, Stanley Hotel Area, EPURA/Applicant - Report. Art Anderson, Executive Director/EPURA, presented a public street system sketch plan for the Stanley Historic District. EPURA has budgeted construction of the street system, which includes private land donations, services and a cash payment. BRADFORD PUBLISHING CO.RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Planning Commission - March 17/ 1992 - Page 6 The plan will encourage the orderly, planned growth of the Historic District and will define access to the properties included in the district. Director Anderson has successfully negotiated an Agreement with Frank Normali, Brooks Findley, the Town and EPURA in connection with the road system. Chairman Sager expressed his concern with the access point to the site. Director Anderson advised that a meeting with the State Highway Engineer will be scheduled to further discuss actual placement of the access. No further action was taken as the Commission will further review this project with submittal of a Preliminary Plat—possibly in May. 7. REPORTS. Community Development Director Stamey acknowledged the beneficial efforts demonstrated by Trustee Polly Garrett while serving as Planning Commissioner and Liaison. Following Margaret Clark's comments pertaining to microphone usage. Chairman Sager adjourned the meeting at 5:03 P.M. (Ql(lSl'KyK^JrJ Vickie O'Connor, CMC, Town Clerk