HomeMy WebLinkAboutMINUTES Planning Commission 1993-12-21BRADFORD PUBLISHING CO.RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
Planning Commission
December 21, 1993
Commissioners:
Attending:
Also Attending:
Absent:
Chairman A1 Sager, Commissioners Wendell
Amos, Mark Brown, Harriet Burgess, Alma
Hix, Michael Miller and Edward Pohl
Chairman Sager, Commissioners Amos,
Brown, Burgess, A. Hix, Miller, and Pohl
Trustee/Liaison G. Hix, Community
Development Director Stamey, Deputy Clerk
Kuehl
None
Chairman Sager called the meeting to order at 1:30 p.m.
1. MINUTES.
Minutes of the November 16, 1993 meeting were approved as
noted and submitted.
CONSENT ITEM.
Amended Plat,__Lots is. 22, 30. Grand Estates Subdivision
jComfort Inn). This plat corrects a change of ownership and
identifies a vacated street, and includes vicinity map,
graphic clarification (former street), and street vacation
information. It was moved and seconded (Pohl—Brown) that the
Amended Plat, Lots 18, 22, 30, Grand Estates Subdivision be
recommended for approval, and it passed unanimously.
subdivistqnh.
^a. ;unended Plat, Lots l & 2, Block 3. Fall River Estates.
t-h^q-int-L:Lnd^ Cook/Applicants. This request proposes to adjust the internal lot line 20 feet to the north between Lots 1 and
2, creating no additional lots. The Planning Commission
unitsOUSDlu^PmrOVed 1 deve!opment plan for 16 accommodation units, plus manager's quarters for Lot l. Aoolicanf'Q Representative Paul Kochevar stated: Applicant s
wilia note identifying easement for the
hike/bike path, with the exact location to be determined.
1.
2.Easement across Outlot F to serve Lot
Fall River Court. The wording on the
IS being updated and will be added
recording is complete. When access is
line of the existing access will be
the 60 foot agreement, with exact
discretion of the owner of Lot l.
1 gives access from
original recording
to the plat when
placed, the center
the center line of
placement at the
3.
4.
5.
oriaTna? ^1o?9^U?ge, "Tln f°0t easements adjacent to this
the9plat. ne are hereby vacated", has been added to
adiSiiSS +-°rf the buildings and parking areas will be adjusted to preserve many of the existing trees.
beennadLrL\nhe pTatmentati0n 33 f°Und and/°r set has
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Director Stamey noted that Mr. Kochevar addressed all concerns
contained in the staff report. Director Stamey commended both
the Cook family and the Lienemann family for their cooperation
regarding the hike/bike path easement.
Ken Czarnowski, resident of Fall River, expressed his concern
regarding the possible destruction of wetlands and requested
the Commission delay action on this development. Chairman
Sager explained this development has received approval.
Surrounding property owners should contact the developers
directly regarding their concerns. Chairman Sager thanked Mr.
Czarnowski for his efforts toward making the Commissioners
aware of the importance of preserving the wetlands.
It was moved and seconded (Brown-Burgess) the Amended Plat of
Lots 1 & 2, Block 3, Fall River Estates, be favorzdsly
recommended, recognizing applicant's grant of easement for the
hike/bike path along Lots 1 and 2, and it passed unanimously.
3.b. Final Plat, Lot 26, Block 1. Fall River Estates, D.A.
Lienemann/Applicant. Applicant's representative Paul Kochevar
stated the developer proposes the subdivision of one multi
family lot into five single family lots, consisting of 5.7
acres. Mr. Kochevar explained that the following staff
concerns have been addressed:
1. A note has been placed on the plat stating that one
single family dwelling unit may be constructed per lot.
2. Before the final plat is submitted to the Town Board,
drainage discharge points, erosion protection, and
culvert locations will be placed on the road and sewer
plan profile and submitted to the Public Works
Department.
3. Sewer and water crossing requirements will be met.
4. Existing transformer, underground power lines and power
easement locations will show on the road plan profile.
5. A note will be placed on the plat stating the requirement
of a pressurized water system for each lot.
Dedication statement has been modified per Town Attorney.
Quit claim to the Town will be provided for Outlot B.
A note will be added to the plat identifying the utility
easement affected by the private road crossing east of
Outlot A.
An Improvement Guarantee will be provided for streets,
utilities and drainage, prior to Town Board approval.
Director Stamey stated that Mr. Kochevar addressed all staff
concerns. It was moved and seconded (Amos-Hix) the Final
Plat, Lot 26, Block 1, Fall River Estates be favorably
recommended, and it passed unanimously.
6.
7.
8.
9.
3-*c*—Final_Plat# Portion of Tract A. Prospect Estates Sub—
division,_Third Filincr, Neil Solomon/Applicant. Applleant' s
representative Bill Van Horn stated that this subdivision
consists of 27 lots. This plat modifies four lots in the
second filing enlarging the lot size to a minimum of 18,000
square feet. Each lot is for single family dwellings except
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that Lots 11 and 12, 14 and 15, 16 and 17 may be developed
with zero lot line setbacks on one side (2 attached units).
Mr. Van Horn addressed the following concerns;
1. Additional dedication for Peak View Drive.
2. Configuration of drainage easements.
3. Developer responsible for detail work necessary to
prevent washing of sand and gravel onto the streets.
4. Zero setbacks on Lots 11 and 12, 14 and 15, 16 and 17
only if lots are sold together and built as double units,
and a note regarding this added to the plat.
Ed McKinney expressed concern regarding the size of the lots,
the drainage easements on some of these lots, and the
existence of only one access road, realizing that the location
for a second access road will be difficult to determine.
Chairman Sager commended Mr. McKinney for recognizing this
problem is not easily resolved. George Hockman, 1625 Prospect
Estates Drive, stated he is not opposed to the development of
the area but is concerned about the need for additional access
roads recognizing safety hazards. Several suggestions for a
second access road were proposed, but it was noted that grades
and Town standards would make construction difficult. Public
Works Director Linnane stated that the slope and site distance
requirements would make it impossible to construct another
access point without the use of substantial fill and
switchbacks which would eliminate some lots. Mr. Van Horn
stated that there is in existence an emergency access through
the southeast corner. Chairman Sager requested Mr. Van Horn
identify this access as a possible emergency escape route for
residents. Commissioner Amos stated that the Town and the
developer should continue to work toward a solution to the
access road dilemma.
It was moved and seconded (Brown-Hix) that Pinal Plat of a
Portion of Tract A, Prospect Estates Subdivision, Third
Piling, be favoreibly recommended with clarification of utility
easement areas. Improvement Guarantee, and construction plans
prior to Town Board approval, and it passed unanimously.
4. SPECIAL REVIEWS.
4.a. Special Review #93-7. Lot 1. Valley Vista Addition.
Nicholas Stanitz/Applicant. Chairman Sager opened the public
hearing. Applicant's representative Paul Kochevar stated the
applicant is proposing to develop 24 affordable, for rent,
housing units, in four buildings. The wildfire hazard and the
site grading will be defined in more detail in the Development
Plan which will be submitted upon approval of the Concept
Plan. Forty-one parking spaces are proposed. However, the
Planning Commission recommended that the design incorporate
the ability to construct 48 spaces. The developer plans to
charge ±$600 rent. The buildings will be placed to preserve
as many trees as possible. Ron Harvey commended the developer
for his efforts and offered his services regarding affordable
housing survey work. Director Stamey read a letter of
opposition from adjacent landowner C. George Seifert, Sr.
Chairman Sager closed the public hearing. Director Stamey
reported that studies performed by the Town indicate the need
for affordable housing and the Talmey-Drake survey revealed
the number one concern of the citizens is affordable housing.
The Planning Commission recommended the developer provide one
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trash enclosure per building and designated cluster mail
boxes. It was moved and seconded (Brown-Burgess) that the
Special Review 93-7 be favored^ly recommended with positive
findings on the following, and it passed unanimously:
1. Location suitability considering nearby land uses, roads,
utilities, and environmental characteristics.
2. Building and site design to avoid visual impact, damage
to the natural environment, and departure from the
character of the neighborhood.
3. Social, economic, and community needs.
4. Consistency with district objectives.
5. Attention to wildfire hazards.
6. Additional parking provision to avoid parking on Moccasin
Bypass, mail cluster boxes, additional trash enclosures,
and detailed grading, landscaping and vegetation
information.
7. Before final approval, the Town and developer produce
documentation to ensure the affordability provision.
5. REPORTS.
Director Stamey announced the January 18th Planning Commission
meeting may convene at 10:00 a.m., depending on agenda, and
again at 1:30 p.m. for review of the Stanley Historic District
Master Plan.
Director Stamey requested attendance of the Planning
Commissioners at the Larimer County Planning Commission
meeting in Estes Park on January 19th at 7:30 p.m. Discussion
will include the Intergovernmental Agreement and review of the
new entrance to Rocky Mountain National Park.
Ed McKinney commented on the availability of park fees
collected through Larimer County for use in the Estes Valley.
Mr. McKinney was referred to Stan Gengler, Director of the
Estes Valley Recreation and Park District.
There being no further business. Chairman Sager adjourned the
meeting at 3:30 p.m.
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Tina Kuehl, Deputy Town Clerk