HomeMy WebLinkAboutPACKET Estes Valley Planning Commission 2020-03-17AGENDA
ESTES VALLEY PLANNING COMMISSION
March 17, 2020
6:00 p.m. Board Room, Town Hall
1.OPEN MEETING
Planning Commissioner Introductions
2.AGENDA APPROVAL
3.PUBLIC COMMENT
The EVPC will accept public comments regarding items not on the agenda.
Comments should not exceed three minutes.
4.CONSENT AGENDA
Study Session Minutes: February 18, 2020
Meeting Minutes: February 18, 2020
Meeting Minutes: February 25, 2020
5.PRELIMINARY TOWNHOME SUBDIVISION PLAT Planner Woeber
Lot 3A Ferguson Subdivision, Seth Hanson, applicant
6.PRELIMINARY TOWNHOME SUBDIVISION PLAT Planner Woeber
Lot 4A, Ferguson Subdivision, Seth Hanson, applicant
7.REPORTS
8.ADJOURN
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Town of Estes Park, Larimer County, Colorado February 18, 2020
Minutes of a Study Session meeting of the PLANNING COMMISSION of the Estes Valley, Larimer
County, Colorado. Meeting held in Room 202-203 Town Hall.
Commission: Chair Leavitt, Vice-Chair White, and Commissioners Murphree, Smith,
Theis, Converse, Comstock
Attending: Leavitt, Theis, Murphree, White, Converse, Smith, Comstock
Also Attending: Town Board Liaison Martchink, Director Hunt, Senior Planner Woeber,
Planner II Bergeron, Recording Secretary Swanlund
Absent: None
Chair Leavitt called the meeting to order at 4:00 pm. There were two people in the audience. This
study session was recorded and has been uploaded to the Town of Estes Park YouTube channel.
IGA Status Update:
County employees Michael Whitley and Amy White were in attendance for discussion on the Planning
Transition once the IGA expires in March. Director Hunt gave a review of what has taken place up to
this point. The Town passed an ordinance providing the creation of the new Estes Park Development
Code, a new Planning Commission and a new Board of Adjustment. County Planner Whitley
discussed a new Chapter 19 which will carry forward Estes Valley zoning districts and allotted uses
within those zoning districts. The review process fits as closely as possible to the current code, with
some differences and modifications. Workforce and Attainable housing density bonuses, along with
associated height increases, will not be carried over nor will automatic rounding up of density
allowances. Options for representation include having an Estes Park resident on the Larimer County
Planning Commission or having an Advisory Committee in Estes Park. The County will have
Planning Service hours on Tuesday’s from 9:00 am to-4:00 pm at their Brodie Avenue location.
Code Compliance Officer Amy White spoke on Vacation Home rentals. Applications after April 1,
2020 will fall under Short Term Rentals and have slightly stricter rules and different fee structure from
what is currently in use. The Vacation Home Cap will be split between Town and County, depending
on the numbers on April 1, 2020. BOCC will have a meeting in Estes Park regarding Vacation
Homes at some point in the near future. Licenses will be good for two years starting in January 2021.
Larimer County is calling this change Planning Services Transition as there will be no IGA moving
forward.
Preliminary Townhome Subdivision, The Farm on Riverside
Planner Bergeron reviewed the Preliminary Townhome Subdivision on Riverside Drive, known as The
Farm on Riverside. This application has been withdrawn by the applicant and will be resubmitted as
a major Subdivision rather than a Minor Subdivision. The timeline of that resubmittal is expected to
be within the next month.
Preliminary Townhome Subdivision, Ferguson Lot 3A and 4A
Planner Woeber discussed the Preliminary Townhome Subdivision, aka Alpaca Farms. This consists
of two townhome lots, each with a duplex. A request for a continuance to the March meeting will be
made for this item. The applicant needs to submit additional materials for review. This project is 2
located in the unincorporated portion of the County. It would be beneficial for the Town and County to
figure out how the process and applications will transfer over.
Elkhorn Lodge Development Plan
Planner Woeber reviewed the Elkhorn Lodge project, which will be heard at a special PC meeting on
Tuesday, February 25, 2020, at 11:00 am. because the applicant did not get all of their material in on
time for review. Material for this will be dispursed on Thursday, February 20, 2020. Converse
expressed concerns about holding the meeting at 11:00 am. rather than an evening hour and rushing
the decision. Theis wondered if one hour would be enough time to hear a project of this size.
Future of the Planning Commission
Director Hunt noted that the new Planning Commission would consist of five Town residents.
Applications are available through the Town Clerk. The three current town members are encouraged
to reapply.
Questions/Future Items
Chair Leavitt adjourned the study session at 5:20 p.m.
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Bob Leavitt, Chair
Karin Swanlund, Recording Secretary
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RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
Estes Valley Planning Commission
February 18,2020
Board Room, Estes Park Town Hall
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Commission: Chair Bob Leavitt, Vice-Chair Sharry White, Commissioners Steve Murphree, Frank
Theis, Nick Smith, Dave Converse, Matt Comstock
Attending: Chair Leavitt, Vice-Chair White, Commissioners Murphree, Theis,
Converse, Smith, Comstock
Also Attending: Director Randy Hunt, Senior Planner Jeff Woeber, Planner II Alex Bergeron,
Recording Secretary Karin Swanlund, Town Board Liasion Patrick
Martchink
Absent: None
OPEN MEETING
Chair Leavitt called the meeting to order at 6:00 pm. There were approximately 30 people in
attendance.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
It was moved and seconded (Murphree/White) to approve the agenda and the
motion passed 7-0.
PUBLIC COMMENT
none
CONSENT AGENDA
1. Study Session Minutes dated January 21, 2020
2. Meeting Minutes dated January 21, 2020
It was moved and seconded (Converse/Smith) to approve the consent agenda as
presented and the motion passed 7-0.
ACTION ITEMS
1. Preliminary Townhome Subdivision Plat The Farm on Riverside
Planner II Bergeron
Planner Bergeron explained that staff noted that this application was deemed to be a full
Subdvidion by staff, not a Minor Subdivision for which the application was submitted. The
application has been withdrawn, with the applicant expressing intent to reapply as a Subdivision
sometime in the future.
Public Comment:
Ray Buxton, 682 Park River West, had questions and concerns about the floodplain in the area
and the height of the buildings.
Gloria Casson, 690 Bird Circle, had concerns with protection of trees, stormwater runoff and stated
an objection to the Right-of-Way waiver.
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2. Preliminary Townhome Subdivision Plat: Lot 3A, Seth Hanson, Applicant
Senior Planner Woeber
Planner Woeber reviewed the items, proposing to split a duplex into two townhomes each on a lot
less than ½ acre in size in A-Accommodation zoning. An Amended plat was previously approved
and recorded for these lots. The applicant needs to present a drainage study and ensure the
internal access meets the fire code for turnaround. Planner Woeber requested this item be
continued to the March 17, 2020 Planning Commission meeting.
Public Comment:
Justice Drake, President Upper Broadview/Glacierview Road Association, provided a written
statement from neighbors. This document has been posted to the Town website.
It was moved and seconded (Theis/Smith) to continue the Preliminary Townhome
Subdivision of Lot 4A to the March 17, 2020, Planning Commission Meeting. The
motion passed 7-0.
3. Preliminary Townhome Subdivision Plat: Lot 4A, Ferguson
Senior Planner Woeber see Item 2
It was moved and seconded (Theis/White) to continue the Preliminary Townhome
Subdivision of Lot 4A to the March 17, 2020, Planning Commission Meeting. The
motion passed 7-0.
4. Preliminary Planned Unit Development: Elkhorn Lodge, 600 West Elkhorn Ave
Senior Planner Woeber
Planner Woeber reviewed the proposed project creating 13 separate mixed-use lots on the Elkhorn
Lodge property. The Planning Commission will make a recommendation to the Town Board for a
final decision. He requested the item be continued to a special Planning Commission meeting to
be held Tuesday, February 25, 2020 at 11:00 am in the Town Hall Board Room.
Public Comment:
Tom Thurman, 540 W Elkhorn, expressed concerns with the magnitude of this proposal and that
the proposed floodwall protects the applicant’s property but not the privately-owned condos.
Verd Bailey, 540 W Elkhorn, stated that the project is too big for the size of the property.
Whinney Spahnle, 840 Old Ranger Drive, stated that this is the best project she’s seen for this
property and was in favor of the project.
Director Hunt stated that delays in finalizing the complex plans and reviews for this project
meant that a decision had to be delayed. The special meeting was scheduled at the request of
the Developer and staff so that the project could go on-schedule before the Town Board of
Trustees on March 24, 2020.
Numerous members expressed concerns with notifying neighbors about this new meeting time. It
was requested that the Town of Estes PIO put out a notice regarding this continuation.
Commissioner Converse questioned why new notices couldn’t be mailed. It was noted that the
Planning Commission will not make any rushed decisions regarding this project.
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It was moved and seconded (Leavitt/Theis) to continue the Preliminary Planned Unit
Development to Tuesday, February 25, 2020 at 11:00 am. The motion passed 7-0.
5. Preliminary Subdivision Plat: Elkhorn Lodge, 600 West Elkhorn Avenue
Senior Planner Woeber see item 4
It was moved and seconded (Leavitt/Theis) to continue the Preliminary Subdivision
Plat to Tuesday, February 25, 2020 at 11:00 am. The motion passed 7-0.
STANLEY HOTEL-TECHNICAL REVIEW COMMITTEE (TRC) DISCUSSION:
Director Hunt noted that there are complexities in all of the plans relating to the Stanley Hotel.
Attorney Kramer is reviewing all of the complex agreements. The consensus of the Town Board
was to not hold a Study Session on this subject, as requested until the new board is in place.
When the time comes, the TRC committee will be appointed and a public meeting will occur. Plans
to turn the Carriage House into a restaurant could be submitted before the Film Center project.
The role of TRC is similar to that of the Planning Commission in that they review design,
placement, architectural details, traffic management, and more. The TRC is a legal agreement
with the owner and the Town; any changes made to this arrangement would have to be agreed on
by the owner.
REPORTS:
• Pages on the website for both Town and County have been updated for the Planning
Services Transition (IGA). Searching Estes Valley IGA is the quickest way to find the
information. On Wednesday, February 19, 2020, the Larimer County Planning
Commission will hold a work session, and on Wednesday, March 4, 2020 a formal meeting
at 6:00 pm. Additionally, the Board of County Commissioners will meet on Thursday,
March 26, 2020 at 6:00 pm in Estes Park. The Town Board passed an ordinance to
transition the Estes Valley Development Code to the Estes Park Development Code.
• Town Clerk is preparing to advertise for a new five-person Planning Commission and a
new three-person Board of Adjustment to be filled by town residents.
• Two staff vacancies in Community Development still have not been filled.
• Comprehensive Plan discussion is ongoing, whether it be separate or jointly with the
County.
ADJOURN
There being no further business Chair Leavitt adjourned the meeting at 7:12 pm.
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Bob Leavitt, Chair
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Karin Swanlund, Recording Secretary
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
Estes Valley Planning Commission
February 25, 2020
Board Room, Estes Park Town Hall
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Commission: Chair Bob Leavitt, Vice-Chair Sharry White, Commissioners Steve
Murphree, Frank Theis, Nick Smith, Dave Converse, Matt Comstock
Attending: Chair Leavitt, Commissioners Murphree, Theis, Smith, Converse,
Comstock
Also Attending: Director Randy Hunt, Senior Planner Jeff Woeber, Recording
Secretary Karin Swanlund, Town Attorney Dan Kramer
Absent: White
OPEN MEETING
Chair Leavitt called the meeting to order at 11:00 a.m. There were approximately 35
people in attendance. This matter was initially scheduled for hearing and vote at the
February 18, 2020 Planning Commission meeting. However, delays in finalizing the
complex plans and reviews for this project meant that a decision on that date had to be
delayed. The special meeting was scheduled at the request of the developer and staff,
so that the project could go on schedule before the Town Board of Trustees on March
24, 2020.
APPROVAL OF AGEND A
It was moved and seconded (Smith/Murphree) to approve the agenda and
the motion passed 6-0.
PUBLIC COMMENT
None
ACTION ITEMS
1. ELKHORN LODGE PRELIMINARY PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT
(Continued by the Planning Commission from their February 18, 2020 meeting.)
Planner Woeber thoroughly reviewed the staff report for the Preliminary PUD and
Preliminary Subdivision Plat in connection with the redevelopment of the Elkhorn
Lodge property. Thirteen (13) mixed-use lots are proposed. The Applicant's
submittal provides an in-depth description of the project and the proposed uses
on each lot.
Staff recommended approval of the proposed Elkhorn Lodge Preliminary PUD
and Preliminary Plat with the added condition that approval of the PUD Rezoning
shall also constitute an approval of the Preliminary PUD Development Plan, as
attached to the staff report.
Commissioners asked for a written copy of the added condition and a copy of the
written comments from public works.
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David Hook, Town Engineer, explained Public Works’ role in the review process
and explained that not all approvals have been received from FEMA and other
agencies and how this would affect the project. There are pre and post-
construction conditions from FEMA. Design in accordance with FEMA
regulations is needed to proceed with this project. W ithout it, a new plan would
have to be submitted.
Applicant Presentation:
Justin Mabey, future owner of the property, introduced himself and his company,
East Avenue Development. He presented examples of some of the work the
company does, mostly around national park areas. He explained the desire for
building up the west end of Elkhorn Avenue and the goals for redevelopment,
which includes preserving four of the historic buildings. The Site Plan was
presented and explained. It was stated that they hope to keep the look and feel
of the current Lodge, which minimizes the impact on the environment as the
2018 Downtown Plan recommends. The plan calls for 36% lot coverage instead
of the allowed 65%.
Public Comment: (Comments summarized)
Bill Keefer, 550 W Elkhorn, asked four questions: what building was 38 feet tall,
would they be upgrading the electrical service to the privately-owned condos,
would it be a high end Hilton or Marriott hotel chain, what is the status on the lot
to the south not owned by Elkhorn Lodge.
Dave Shirk, 301 Far View Drive, likes the proposal and requests for the Planning
Commission to consider: be compatible with existing uses., perimeter
landscaping in parking lots, lighting issues, horses only (no donkeys), have a
manure mitigation plan, and a sidewalk for pedestrian safety on the access road.
Dan Hurlihey, 321 Big Horn Drive: landscaping is important due to the large
amount of parking, lighting mitigation, and he is happy the horse rides are
continuing.
Laura Drotar, 550 W Elkhorn: keep history alive, concerns with a possible
economy hotel chain rather than a high-end one, restaurant will block her
western view of the mountains and river and add unwanted noise and garbage
smell.
Public questions were answered as follows:
• The 38 foot building is the main Lodge
• The electric would be upgraded for the entire project, including the
privately owned condominiums
• Justin is in agreement with the high-end hotel market, perhaps something
similar to Residence Inn.
• The property to the south has new owners.
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• Minimum required lighting is planned.
• There will be improved pedestrian access due to sidewalk requirements
which will extend to Mrs. Walsh's garden.
• Parking lot landscaping is not possible due to the flood plain and would
require a higher wall.
• There can be flexibility on the shape and the placing of the restaurant,
however the condo owner preferred the original plan after discussing
options.
• Willing to have discussions and work with any neighbors having positive or
negative concerns.
Commissioner questions answered by the Owner and Engineers
(summarized and not in chronological order)
• Desired 12-24 month build-out of the entire project
• A staff of 20-25 in the central hotel, half of that in the smaller Lodge.
• There are 30 extra parking spaces, which should easily cover employees.
• Cabins on the south hill of the property could be employee housing, also
working with other developers in town to lease rooms.
• The housing need will be filled but not necessarily on-site.
• There will likely be an on-site manager.
• Proposed guest beds would double the current capacity.
• Firetrucks can fit and turn around in the paved area of the south cabins.
• Any changes to this submittal would have to be reheard through the same
process.
• Moving barn farther out had a significant positive impact on the floodway.
• Not opposed to a public park in the open space by the river
• If the Lodge can't be saved, they do reserve the right to tear it down
• There are no current plans for the "triangle" area at the east end of the lot
• Roof colors were discussed at the neighborhoord meeting: Green or Tan
• The traffic report did not expose any problems.
• The Lodge and Stables are not changing elevation.
• The no-rise requirements will stay in place post-construction.
• Noise standards will be met.
• Third story façade requirement have been met.
• Catch basins in the parking lot will redirect water drainage to the river.
• Access easements to Elm Road are in place for the back 40 acres.
• Frank Roberts, Van Horn engineering, explained the floodplain
engineering review.
• Lonnie Sheldon, Van Horn engineering, noted that open space
requirement in A-Accommodations zone district is zero. Impervious
coverage has different requirements.
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• Joe Coop, Van Horn Engineering discussed the drainage, bridges, and
alternate emergency exits on the property.
Commission Discussion/Comments:.
Theis: should be aware of noise that the Lodge amplifies, restrictions on
operating hours for restaurants, and problems with maintenance on the south
properties during the winter months. This submittal is an appropriate historic use
plan and does not abuse what is allowed in a PUD.
Converse: does not like being in a position of approving the PUD prior to flood
control work being final, concerns with meeting open space criteria related to a
PUD, would prefer the Public Works comments be conditions of approval.
David Hook stated that Public Works is comfortable with where the development
stands.
Considerable discussion was had by all on conditions of approval relating to
certificate of occupancy, floodwater exit, employee housing, additional units,
landscaping, lighting and noise plans.
Per Director Hunt, many of these details could be present on the Final PUD plan.
It was moved and seconded (Leavitt/Murphree) to forward a
recommendation of APPROVAL to the Town Board for the Elkhorn Lodge
Preliminary PUD according to the findings of fact recommended by staff
with the following conditions:
1) Approval of the PUD Rezoning shall also constitute an approval of the
Preliminary PUD and Development Plan, as attached to the staff report,
with no increase in the number of accommodations and resident units
without a PUD review.
2) The developer will bear the risk of constructing improvements in the
floodplain prior to obtaining the post-construction LOMR. Should FEMA
not approve the LOMR application as submitted, the developer will be
responsible for any redesign and reconstruction to achieve the no-rise
condition. No certificate of occupancy for the Event Center Barn or the
Elkhorn Lodge addition will be issued until the developer obtains LOMR
approval from FEMA.
3) The developer will add additional parking lot perimeter landscaping.
4) An employee housing plan for permanent and seasonal employees,
per Chapter 9.1, items A and B, and the housing needs assessment of
2016.
The motion passed 6-0.
2. ELKHORN LODGE PRELIMINARY SUBDIVISION PLAT
(Continued by the Planning Commission from their February 18, 2020 meeting.)
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It was moved and seconded (Leavitt/Smith) to forward a recommendation of
APPROVAL to the Town Board for the Elkhorn Lodge Preliminary
Subdivision Plat according to the findings of fact recommended by staff.
The motion passed 6-0.
ADJOURN
There being no further business Chair Leavitt adjourned the meeting at 1:26 p.m.
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Bob Leavitt, Chair
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Karin Swanlund, Recording Secretary
ESTES VALLEY PLANNING COMMISSION
MEETING DATE & LOCATION: March 17, 2020, 6:00 p.m. Board Room, Estes Park Town
Hall, 170 MacGregor Avenue
APPLICANT REQUEST: Recommendation for approval for Alpaca One Townhome
Subdivision, Lot 3A Preliminary Plat.
Staff recommends conditional approval of the Preliminary Townhome Subdivision Plat.
PLANNING COMMISSION OBJECTIVE:
1.Review for compliance with the Estes Valley Development Code (EVDC) and Estes
Valley Comprehensive Plan; and
2. Provide recommendation for Approval/Denial of the Preliminary Plat application.
LOCATION: 1471/1473 Mary’s Lake Road, located approximately 250 feet north of the
northwest corner of the intersection of Mary’s Lake Road and Griffith Court. This is within a
portion of the Southeast ¼ of Section 35, Township 5 North, Range 73 West of the 6th P.M.,
Larimer County, Colorado. See attached vicinity map
OWNER/APPLICANT: Estes Duplex, LLC, c/o Seth Hanson
STAFF CONTACT: Jeffrey Woeber, Senior Planner
PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
Present Situation: An Amended Plat was approved in early 2019, reconfiguring five lots into
four lots. This created Lots 1A through 4A of the Amended Plat of Lots 8, 9, 12, and a Portion
of Lots 7 and 10, Block 12, Ferguson’s Subdivision. The Amended Plat was recorded in the
records of the Larimer County Clerk and Recorder at Reception No. 20190015940, on April 1,
2019.
Proposal: A duplex/townhome structure is currently under construction on Lot 3A, with the
owner/applicant proposing to divide the duplex, and the underlying Lot 3A, into two. Lot 1 is
proposed to be 4979 square feet, and Lot 2, 7331 square feet in size, with each lot containing
half of the duplex/townhome structure.
Alpaca One Townhome Subdivision, Lot 3A
Preliminary Plat
Estes Park Community Development Department, Planning Division
Room 210, Town Hall, 170 MacGregor Avenue
PO Box 1200, Estes Park, CO 80517
Phone: 970-577-3721 Fax: 970-586-0249 www.estes.org
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Staff notes this Townhome Subdivision is adjacent to, and very similar to, another Townhome
Subdivision on Lot 4A. They are separate applications. Similar Townhome Subdivisions have
been approved earlier on adjacent lots.
REVIEW PROCESS:
1. Preliminary Townhome Subdivision. §3.9.E. All subdivision applications shall
demonstrate compliance with the standards and criteria set forth in Chapter 10, “Subdivision
Standards,” and all other applicable provisions of this Code. Upon recommendation by the
Planning Commission, the Preliminary Plat will go to the Board of Larimer County
Commissioners for action, along with the Final Townhome Subdivision Plat. The Final Plat
is not reviewed by the Planning Commission. Staff notes, with the expiration of the IGA
between the Town of Estes Park and Larimer County, the Town of Estes Park Community
Development Department will no longer have a role in the processing of this subdivision. It
will be handled by Larimer County Planning staff.
SITE DATA TABLE:
Engineer: Van Horn Engineering & Surveying
Tax Parcel Number: 3535412003 Development Area: 0.45 acre
Existing Land Use: Duplex, under
construction
Proposed Land Use: Two-unit townhome
Zoning Designation: A-1
(Accommodations/Low-Intensity)
Proposed Zoning Designation:
No change
Adjacent Zoning:
East: E (Estate) North: A-1 (Accommodations)
West: A-1 (Accommodations) South: A-1 (Accommodations)
Adjacent Land Uses:
East: Mary’s Lake Road, Single-Family
Residence
North: Undeveloped
West: Duplex, Site location of similar “4A”
Townhome Subdivision
South: Undeveloped
Services:
Water: Town of Estes Park Sewer: Upper Thompson Sanitation
District
REVIEW CRITERIA: Generally, depending upon the complexity of the project, this section may
be a brief summary of the standards of review or may involve a more detailed analysis of the
standards based upon issues relevant to any particular project.
1. Water. Water service is through the Town of Estes Park Utilities Water, who have
commented they have “no objection to this Townhome Subdivision.”
2. Sewer. The Upper Thompson Sanitation District has reviewed the application,
commenting, “Upper Thompson Sanitation District has no further comments at this time.
The District will wait for the proposed construction drawings of the sewer main extension
for possible comments later.”
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3.Fire Protection. Written comments were not provided for the subdivision by the Estes
Valley Fire Protection District. Conversation between Larimer County Engineering staff
and the Fire District representative indicate the private drive does not need a turnaround
at the west end, which was somewhat in question. Staff had a conversation with the
Fire District representative on March 10, who verified the turnaround was not required.
Staff is to receive a memo or email documenting this, and will push to get it by the
March 17 Planning Commission meeting.
4.Stormwater, Drainage. The applicant submitted Preliminary and Final Drainage Report
with the subdivision submittal, which has been reviewed by the Larimer County Senior
Civil Engineer. Some drainage concerns have been identified, and addressed by the
applicant’s representative. Conditions of approval recommended by County Engineering
include requirements for an additional drainage easement and a maintenance
agreement for a detention pond located on the southern portion of the Townhome Lots.
See RECOMMENDATION, below.
5.Parking. Parking has been provided with each unit to have a single attached garage,
as well as an additional parking space, which meets EVDC minimum parking standards.
6.Access. Access is via a private drive, for which the owner/applicant has recorded a “45’
Private Access & Utility Easement.” Applicant has requested a waiver from the paving
requirement, as well as a waiver from the requirement to meet all sub-local street
standards, found within Appendix D of the EVDC. These waivers are supported by
Planning and County Engineering, with Engineering noting their support is contingent
upon the access road including an extended paved apron, 20-feet beyond the proposed
right-of-way of Mary’s Lake Road.
7.Comprehensive Plan. The subject property is within the Estes Valley Comprehensive
Plan’s “Planning Area 5 – Beaver Point.” The Plan recommends the site to be A-1
(Accommodations, Low-Density), and that zoning was what was adopted when the Estes
Valley was rezoned in 2000. The narrative and recommendations in the Plan for the
Beaver Point area primarily focus on the Highway 36 corridor area, and does not have
recommendations specific to this area west of Mary’s Lake Road.
REVIEWING AGENCY COMMENTS: These applications have been submitted to reviewing
agency staff for consideration and comment. Larimer County Engineering Department and
Building Department, the Town of Estes Park Utilities (Water, and Power and Communication),
and the Upper Thompson Sanitation District, each provided comment. The applicant has
addressed comments and concerns.
PUBLIC COMMENTS In accordance with the notice requirements in the EVDC, a public notice
was published in the Estes Park Trail-Gazette, and mailed to adjacent property owners.
At this writing (March 11, 2020) no written public comments have been received for this
application package. All written comments are posted to: www.estes.org/currentapplications
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STAFF FINDINGS:
Based on the foregoing, staff finds:
1.The Preliminary Townhome Subdivision complies with applicable standards set forth in the
EVDC.
2.The Preliminary Townhome Subdivision complies with the goals and policies set forth in the
Comprehensive Plan.
3. The Planning Commission is the Recommending Body for the Preliminary Townhome
Subdivision.
4.Adequate public facilities are available to serve the proposed projects.
5.This request has been submitted to all applicable reviewing agency staff for consideration
and comment.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends conditional APPROVAL of the proposed Alpaca One Townhome Subdivision
of Lot 3A Preliminary Plat, with conditions as recommended by Larimer County Engineering
Department, in their Memorandum dated March 11, 2020 and attached hereto as Attachment 5.
SAMPLE MOTION FOR ALPACA ONE TOWNHOME SUBDIVISION OF LOT 3A,
PRELIMINARY PLAT :
1.I move to recommend APPROVAL of the Alpaca One Townhome Subdivision of Lot 3A
Preliminary Plat according to findings of fact, including findings and conditions
recommended by Staff.
2.I move to CONTINUE the Alpaca One Townhome Subdivision of Lot 3A Preliminary Plat
application to the next regularly scheduled meeting, in order that… (State reasons for
continuance.)
3.I move to recommend DENIAL of the Alpaca One Townhome Subdivision of Lot 3A
Preliminary Plat application, finding that… (State findings for denial.)
Attachments:
1.Vicinity Map
2. Statement of Intent
3. Application
4.Alpaca One Townhome Subdivision of Lot 3A Preliminary Plat
5.Larimer County Engineering Comments and Conditions, d. 3/11/2020
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Project Name:
Project Description:
Alpaca One Townhome Subdivision
Preliminary Plat
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StatementofIntentFergusonTownhomesLot3aoftheAmendedPlatofLots8, 9,12andPortionsofLots7and10Block12,Ferguson’sSubdivisionProjectLocation:Lots1and2arelustnorthoftheintersectionofMarysLakeRdandGiantTrack.Owner:TheownerofthepropertyisEstesDuplex,LLCwith SethHansonasthePresident.ProjectDescription:ThecurrentzoningisAl,whichallowsmultifamilyasausebyright.Eachlotallowsaduplextobebuiltunderasinglefamilypermitwithoneownershipfortheentirebuilding.Constructionisunderwayonaduplexoneachlot.Thisapplicationisseekingtosubdivide eachduplexintotwolegaltownhomeunits.Access:AccesswillbeoffofMarysLakeRd.viaanewlyconstructeddrive.Parkingisprovidedbyasinglegarageforeachunitandadditionaldrivewayparkingof1spaceforeachunit.Setbacks:Allfrontandsidesetbackswillbeadheredto.UtilitiesandRoads:BothlotsareservicedbyTownofEstesWaterandElectric,Xcelforgas,and UpperThompsonforsewer.Water,sewer,andgashavemainsinthecountyROW.Electrichasapowerlinerunningbetweenthe2duplexbuildings.Thedriveandparkingareasshallbe4”compactedroadbase.Stormwater/DrainageWithpastsubdivisionsdonebythesameapplicant/owner,adrainagestudywasrequired.Theapplicantisagreeabletodoingastudyforthis subdivision.Schedule:UnitsarecurrentlybeingconstructedandtheapplicantisrequestingtobeputontheFebruary2020Planning CommissionmeetingandaMarch6CCmeeting.U1iL____[rin’.Hfj17
Waivers:Onthepreviousprojects(FergusonOneTownhome,FergusonTwoTownhome,FergusonThreeTownhome,FergusonFourTownhome)justcompletedbythesameowner/applicant,pavingwaswaivedasarequirement.TheapplicantwouldliketorequestoftheTownawaivertopaving.TheentireareawestofMarysLakeRd.isaveryruralareawithoutpavedroadsanddriveways.itisthedesireoftheapplicanttomaintainthatsamecharacterwithinthearea.18
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LARIMER COUNTY | ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT
P.O. Box 1190, Fort Collins, Colorado 80522-1190, 970.498.5700, Larimer.org
MEMORANDUM
TO: Jeff Woeber, Town of Estes Planning Department
FROM: Traci Shambo, Senior Civil Engineer
DATE: March 11, 2020
RE: Alpaca Farm, Lot 3A Townhome Subdivision – Estes Valley Planning Area
Project Description/Background:
This is a request for one two unit townhome subdivision on Lot 3A of the Amended Plat of the
Ferguson Subdivision.
Appeals and Variances:
The submitted information includes a request for the following appeals:
The applicant is requesting to not be required to pave the access road. Asphalt
surfacing is required for shared drives serving 8 or more spaces (4 units or more) per
Appendix D.3.B of the EVDC.
The applicant is requesting to not be required to meet all of the sub-local street
standards. The definition section of the EVDC (Section 13.3.#227) states that a
driveway that exceeds shared driveway standards shall be considered a street. Shared
drives are defined as serving up to 4 units. The sub-local street classification is the
applicable section for this road based on the definition of a sub-local street.
Engineering can support the above requests. The shared access road off of Mary’s Lake Road
will be serving a total of 6- 8 units. The submitted information indicates that a 20’ wide road,
surfaced with 4” of adequately compacted road base, with a 3’ shoulder on one side, is
planned. A 20’ wide road, with a 3’ shoulder on one side, is sufficient to provide space for 2-
way traffic for the 6-8 units proposed. (Per the EVDC- Appendix D, the sub-local road section is
used for up to 12 units and requires a 24’-26’ width, which includes shoulders.)
Engineering can also support the pavement appeal with the requirement of an extended
paved apron to 20 feet beyond the proposed right-of-way of Mary’s Lake Road.
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The trip generation for 6-8 units is not expected to exceed the dust thresholds of 200 trips per
day. In addition, the road is required to be maintained per the approved plans though a shared
maintenance agreement.
Engineering Requested Conditions of Preliminary Approval:
1. The Estes Fire District has stated that they will note require a turnaround for their
purposes. County Engineering will still require that a bulb or hammerhead is provided to
accommodate a turning movement of a typical residential vehicle. Although the applicant
has indicated that they have granted an easement by separate document to allow access
for future connection to the property to the west, in the interim condition, the access road
will function as a dead end road and space to turn around needs to be provided. Additional
easement, or temporary easement may be needed.
2. More than half of the pond shown is located offsite on Lot 2A. Subdivision detention
ponds need to be located within outlots or drainage easements. Additional easements or
an outlot need to be shown on the plat for Lot 3A to include the pond. The easement or
outlot dedications need to clearly state that no encroachments, fences etc are permitted
within this area.
3. A drainage Outlot or easement is also need on the adjacent lot to the south. An amended
plat or easement by separate document will be needed. The offsite easement may be
difficult to obtain if, or once, the adjacent lot has been sold.
4. The outlet to the pond extends beyond the existing cross culvert. It appears that this will
alter historic flow paths to some degree. This will need to be further evaluated. It appears
that the outlet of the pond needs to be located further south and on Lot 3A, out of the
right-of-way, and be within a dedicated easement or outlot.
5. The stormwater report references a 90% of historic release rats. The County uses a 2-year
historic release rate. The release rate will need to be further evaluated.
6. Downspouts need to be directed towards the pond, where feasible.
7. Additional groundwater analysis will be needed to ensure that the pond design will not
expose ground water. A orifice water quality design may be needed in lieu of the
underdrain design referenced in the report to minimize the potential for the underdrain to
intercept groundwater.
8. Updated drainage and water quality report and plan are necessary to address changes
related to the above comments.
9. Access road and drainage infrastructure maintenance plans and agreements must be
recorded with the subdivision. The document must outline items such as who will be
responsible for maintenance, what it needs to entail and how often.
10. More of the shared drives need to be within the designated outlot. Outlot B needs to be
increased for reasonable circulation.
11. Final construction plans are needed that show all details for the site and that mee t all
requirements of a typical subdivision construction plan set
12. A subdivision improvement agreement (SIA) and associated collateral are required to
document various expectations of the subdivision and to ensure the required
improvements are completed correctly.
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13. Final easements for the buried electric line need to be dedicated on the plat or by separate
instrument and referenced on the plat.
14. A paved apron 20 feet past the dedicated ROW will need to be shown on the next plans.
15. A Development Construction Permit (DCP) will be required for construction of the site
improvements. Prior to issuance of the DCP, all other applicable County, State, & federal
permits must be obtained.
16. Transportation Capital Expansion Fees are required at the time of building permit issuance
for the conversion to individual town home units.
Staff Recommendation:
The above items need to be addressed prior to any final approvals of this plan. Please feel free
to contact me at (970) 498-5701 or e-mail at tshambo@larimer.org if you have any questions.
Thank you.
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ESTES VALLEY PLANNING COMMISSION
MEETING DATE & LOCATION: March 17, 2020, 6:00 p.m. Board Room, Estes Park Town
Hall, 170 MacGregor Avenue
APPLICANT REQUEST: Recommendation for approval for Alpaca One Townhome
Subdivision, Lot 4A Preliminary Plat.
Staff recommends conditional approval of the Preliminary Townhome Subdivision Plat.
PLANNING COMMISSION OBJECTIVE:
1. Review for compliance with the Estes Valley Development Code (EVDC) and Estes
Valley Comprehensive Plan; and
2. Provide recommendation for Approval/Denial of the Preliminary Plat application.
LOCATION: 1475/1477 Mary’s Lake Road, located approximately 250 feet north of the
northwest corner of the intersection of Mary’s Lake Road and Griffith Court. This is within a
portion of the Southeast ¼ of Section 35, Township 5 North, Range 73 West of the 6th P.M.,
Larimer County, Colorado. See attached vicinity map.
OWNER/APPLICANT: Estes Duplex, LLC, c/o Seth Hanson
STAFF CONTACT: Jeffrey Woeber, Senior Planner
PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
Present Situation: An Amended Plat was approved in early 2019, reconfiguring five lots into
four lots. This created Lots 1A through 4A of the Amended Plat of Lots 8, 9, 12, and a Portion
of Lots 7 and 10, Block 12, Ferguson’s Subdivision. The Amended Plat was recorded in the
records of the Larimer County Clerk and Recorder at Reception No. 20190015940, on April 1,
2019.
Proposal: A duplex/townhome structure is currently under construction on Lot 4A, with the
owner/applicant proposing to divide the duplex, and the underlying Lot 4A, into two. Lot 1 is
proposed to be 7061 square feet, and Lot 2, 7137 square feet in size, with each lot containing
half of the duplex/townhome structure.
Alpaca One Townhome Subdivision, Lot 4A
Preliminary Plat
Estes Park Community Development Department, Planning Division
Room 210, Town Hall, 170 MacGregor Avenue
PO Box 1200, Estes Park, CO 80517
Phone: 970-577-3721 Fax: 970-586-0249 www.estes.org
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Staff notes this Townhome Subdivision is adjacent to, and very similar to, another Townhome
Subdivision on Lot 3A. They are separate applications. Similar Townhome Subdivisions have
been approved earlier on adjacent lots.
REVIEW PROCESS:
1. Preliminary Townhome Subdivision. §3.9.E. All subdivision applications shall
demonstrate compliance with the standards and criteria set forth in Chapter 10, “Subdivision
Standards,” and all other applicable provisions of this Code. Upon recommendation by the
Planning Commission, the Preliminary Plat will go to the Board of Larimer County
Commissioners for action, along with the Final Townhome Subdivision Plat. The Final Plat
is not reviewed by the Planning Commission. Staff notes, with the expiration of the IGA
between the Town of Estes Park and Larimer County, the Town of Estes Park Community
Development Department will no longer have a role in the processing of this subdivision. It
will be handled by Larimer County Planning staff.
SITE DATA TABLE:
Engineer: Van Horn Engineering & Surveying
Tax Parcel Number: 3535412004 Development Area: 0.46 acre
Existing Land Use: Duplex, under
construction
Proposed Land Use: Two-unit townhome
Zoning Designation: A-1
(Accommodations/Low-Intensity)
Proposed Zoning Designation:
No change
Adjacent Zoning:
East: A-1 (Accommodations) North: A-1 (Accommodations)
West: E (Estate) South: A-1 (Accommodations)
Adjacent Land Uses:
East: Duplex, Site location of similar “4A”
Townhome Subdivision
North: Undeveloped
West: Single-Family Residence South: Undeveloped
Services:
Water: Town of Estes Park Sewer: Upper Thompson Sanitation
District
REVIEW CRITERIA: Generally, depending upon the complexity of the project, this section may
be a brief summary of the standards of review or may involve a more detailed analysis of the
standards based upon issues relevant to any particular project.
1. Water. Water service is through the Town of Estes Park Utilities Water, who have
commented they have “no objection to this Townhome Subdivision.”
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1. Sewer. The Upper Thompson Sanitation District has reviewed the application,
commenting, “Upper Thompson Sanitation District has no further comments at this time.
The District will wait for the proposed construction drawings of the sewer main extension
for possible comments later.”
2. Fire Protection. Written comments were not provided for the subdivision by the Estes
Valley Fire Protection District. Conversation between Larimer County Engineering staff
and the Fire District representative indicate the private drive does not need a turnaround
at the west end, which was somewhat in question. Staff had a conversation with the
Fire District representative on March 10, who verified the turnaround was not required.
Staff is to receive a memo or email documenting this, and will push to get it by the
March 17 Planning Commission meeting.
3. Stormwater, Drainage. The applicant submitted Preliminary and Final Drainage Report
with the subdivision submittal, which has been reviewed by the Larimer County Senior
Civil Engineer. Some drainage concerns have been identified, and addressed by the
applicant’s representative. Conditions of approval recommended by County Engineering
include requirements for an additional drainage easement and a maintenance
agreement for a detention pond located on the southern portion of the Townhome Lots.
See RECOMMENDATION, below.
4. Parking. Parking has been provided with each unit to have a single attached garage,
as well as an additional parking space, which meets EVDC minimum parking standards.
5. Access. Access is via a private drive, for which the owner/applicant has recorded a “45’
Private Access & Utility Easement.” Applicant has requested a waiver from the paving
requirement, as well as a waiver from the requirement to meet all sub-local street
standards, found within Appendix D of the EVDC. These waivers are supported by
Planning and County Engineering, with Engineering noting this is contingent upon the
access road including an extended paved apron, 20-feet beyond the proposed right-of-
way of Mary’s Lake Road.
6. Comprehensive Plan. The subject property is within the Estes Valley Comprehensive
Plan’s “Planning Area 5 – Beaver Point.” The Plan recommends the site to be A-1
(Accommodations, Low-Density), and that zoning was what was adopted when the Estes
Valley was rezoned in 2000. The narrative and recommendations in the Plan for the
Beaver Point area primarily focus on the Highway 36 corridor area, and does not have
recommendations specific to this area west of Mary’s Lake Road.
REVIEWING AGENCY COMMENTS: These applications have been submitted to reviewing
agency staff for consideration and comment. Larimer County Engineering Department and
Building Department, the Town of Estes Park Utilities (Water and Power and Communication),
and the Upper Thompson Sanitation District, each provided comment. The applicant has
addressed comments and concerns.
PUBLIC COMMENTS In accordance with the notice requirements in the EVDC, a public notice
was published in the Estes Park Trail-Gazette, and mailed to adjacent property owners.
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At this writing (March 11, 2020) no written public comments have been received for this
application package. All written comments are posted to: www.estes.org/currentapplications
STAFF FINDINGS:
Based on the foregoing, staff finds:
1. The Preliminary Townhome Subdivision complies with applicable standards set forth in the
EVDC.
2. The Preliminary Townhome Subdivision complies with the goals and policies set forth in the
Comprehensive Plan.
3. The Planning Commission is the Recommending Body for the Preliminary Townhome
Subdivision.
4. Adequate public facilities are available to serve the proposed projects.
5. This request has been submitted to all applicable reviewing agency staff for consideration
and comment.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends conditional APPROVAL of the proposed Alpaca One Townhome Subdivision
of Lot 4A Preliminary Plat, with conditions as recommended by Larimer County Engineering
Department, in their Memorandum dated March 11, 2020 and attached hereto as Attachment 5.
SAMPLE MOTION FOR ALPACA ONE TOWNHOME SUBDIVISION OF LOT 4A,
PRELIMINARY PLAT :
1. I move to recommend APPROVAL of the Alpaca One Townhome Subdivision of Lot 4A
Preliminary Plat according to findings of fact, including findings and conditions
recommended by Staff.
2. I move to CONTINUE the Alpaca One Townhome Subdivision of Lot 4A Preliminary Plat
application to the next regularly scheduled meeting, in order that… (State reasons for
continuance.)
3. I move to recommend DENIAL of the Alpaca One Townhome Subdivision of Lot 4A
Preliminary Plat application, finding that… (State findings for denial.)
Attachments:
1. Vicinity Map
2. Statement of Intent
3. Application
4. Alpaca One Townhome Subdivision of Lot 4A Preliminary Plat
5. Larimer County Engineering Comments and Conditions, d. 3/11/2020
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Project Name:
Project Description:
Alpaca One Townhome Subdivision
Preliminary Plat
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StatementofIntentFergusonTownhomesLot4aoftheAmendedPlatofLots8,9,12andPortionsofLots7and10Block12,Ferguson’sSubdivisionProjectLocation:Lots1and2arejustnorthoftheintersectionofMarysLakeRdandGiantTrack.Owner:TheownerofthepropertyisEstes Duplex,LLCwithSethHansonasthePresident.ProjectDescription:ThecurrentzoningisAl,whichallowsmultifamilyasausebyright.Eachlotallowsaduplextobebuiltunderasinglefamilypermitwithoneownershipfortheentirebuilding.Constructionisunderwayonaduplexoneachlot.Thisapplicationisseekingtosubdivideeach duplex intotwolegaltownbomeunits.Access:AccesswillbeoffofMarysLakeRd.viaanewlyconstructeddrive.Parkingisprovidedbyasinglegaragefor each unitandadditionaldrivewayparkingof1spaceforeachunit.Setbacks:Allfrontandsidesetbackswillbeadheredto.UtilitiesandRoads:BothlotsareservicedbyTownofEstesWaterandElectric,Xcelforgas,and UpperThompsonforsewer.Water,sewer,andgashavemainsinthecountyROW.Electrichasapowerlinerunningbetweenthe2duplexbuildings.Thedrive andparkingareasshallbe4”compactedroadbase.Stormwater/DrainageWithpastsubdivisionsdonebythesame applicant/owner,adrainagestudywasrequired.Theapplicantisagreeabletodoingastudyforthissubdivision.Schedule:UnitsarecurrentlybeingconstructedandtheapplicantisrequestingtobeputontheFebruary2020PlanningCommissionmeetingandaMarchBCCmeeting.30
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DocuSignEnvelopeID:ODEC631S-4187-4C49-e250-lBCCD859BFF9EstesDuplex,LLCRecordOwner(s)MailingAddress2803E.HarmonyRd.FortCollins,CO80528Phone310-7498Emailseth.w.hanson@gmail.comApplicantSameContactInformationConsultant/EngineerJesseDunnMailingAddress1043FishCreekRd.EstesPark,CO80517Phone586-9388Emailesse@vanhornengineering.comMailingAddressPhoneEmailMINERALRIGHTCERTIFICATIONArticle65.5ofTitle24oftheColoradoRevisedStatutesrequiresapplicantsforDevelopmentPlans,SpecialReviews,Rezoning,PreliminaryandFinalSubdivisionPlats,MinorSubdivisionFlatsifcreatinganewlot,andPreliminaryandFinalCondominiumMapstoprovidenoticeoftheapplicationandinitialpublichearingtoallmineralestateownerswherethesurfaceestateandthe mineralestatehavebeensevered.Noticemustbegiven30dayspriortothefirsthearingonanapplicationfordevelopmentandmeetthe statutoryrequirements.IherebycertifythattheprovisionsofSection24-65.5-103CRShavebeenmetNames:RecordOwnerPLEASEPRINT:SethHansonApplicantPLEASEPRINT:SnthHnnnSignatures:Docusignedby:RecordOwnerrc&.twS6LtDate12/17/2019“4—9so7,AClco44DcApplicant\tJf±.fj&StDate12/17/2019L__SDSO74ACI6OA4DQWNER&APPLICANTCERTIFICATIONAsOwner,IcertifytheinformationandexhibitsherewithsubmittedaretrueandcorrecttothebesiofmyknowledgeandIamtherecordowneroftheproperty.AsApplicant,Icertifytheinformationandexhibitsherewithsubmittedaretrueandcorrecttothebestofmyknowledgeandinfilingtheapplicationlamactingwiththeknowledgeandconsentoftherecordowner(s)oftheproperty.IgrantpermissionforTownofEstesPaiiemployees,reviewingagencystaff,PlanningCommissioners,membersoftheTownBoardofTrustees,orLarimerCountyCommissionerswithproperidentificationaccessto mypropertyduringthereviewofthisapplication.IacknowledgeIhavereceivedtheEstesValleyDevelopmentReviewApplicationscheduleandamawarethatfailuretomeetthedeadlinesshownonsaidschedulemayresultinmyapplicationbeyingdelayedoranyapprovalofmyapplicationbecomingnullandvoid.Names:RecordOwnerPLEASEPRINT:SethHansonApplicantPLEASEPRINT:SethHansonsignatures:DocuSignedby:12/17/2019RecordOwner,Date___________________ApplicantDate12/17/2019908074AC16O440CRevised20170109IC32
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LARIMER COUNTY | ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT
P.O. Box 1190, Fort Collins, Colorado 80522-1190, 970.498.5700, Larimer.org
MEMORANDUM
TO: Jeff Woeber, Town of Estes Planning Department
FROM: Traci Shambo, Senior Civil Engineer
DATE: March 11, 2020
RE: Alpaca Farm, Lot 4A Townhome Subdivision – Estes Valley Planning Area
Project Description/Background:
This is a request for one two unit townhome subdivision on Lot 3A of the Amended Plat of the
Ferguson Subdivision.
Appeals and Variances:
The submitted information includes a request for the following appeals:
The applicant is requesting to not be required to pave the access road. Asphalt
surfacing is required for shared drives serving 8 or more spaces (4 units or more) per
Appendix D.3.B of the EVDC.
The applicant is requesting to not be required to meet all of the sub-local street
standards. The definition section of the EVDC (Section 13.3.#227) states that a
driveway that exceeds shared driveway standards shall be considered a street. Shared
drives are defined as serving up to 4 units. The sub-local street classification is the
applicable section for this road based on the definition of a sub-local street.
Engineering can support the above requests. The shared access road off of Mary’s Lake Road
will be serving a total of 6- 8 units. The submitted information indicates that a 20’ wide road,
surfaced with 4” of adequately compacted road base, with a 3’ shoulder on one side, is
planned. A 20’ wide road, with a 3’ shoulder on one side, is sufficient to provide space for 2-
way traffic for the 6-8 units proposed. (Per the EVDC- Appendix D, the sub-local road section is
used for up to 12 units and requires a 24’-26’ width, which includes shoulders.)
Engineering can also support the pavement appeal with the requirement of an extended
paved apron to 20 feet beyond the proposed right-of-way of Mary’s Lake Road.
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The trip generation for 6-8 units is not expected to exceed the dust thresholds of 200 trips per
day. In addition, the road is required to be maintained per the approved plans though a shared
maintenance agreement.
Engineering Requested Conditions of Preliminary Approval:
1. The Estes Fire District has stated that they will note require a turnaround for their
purposes. County Engineering will still require that a bulb or hammerhead is provided to
accommodate a turning movement of a typical residential vehicle. Although the applicant
has indicated that they have granted an easement by separate document to allow access
for future connection to the property to the west, in the interim condition, the access road
will function as a dead end road and space to turn around needs to be provided. Additional
easement, or temporary easement may be needed.
2. The drainage from this lot relies on the design of the pond on Lot 3A. Therefore all
comments below related to the off-site detention pond and outfall must be addressed.
3. More than half of the pond on Lot 3A is shown offsite on Lot 2A. Subdivision detention
ponds need to be located within outlots or drainage easements. Additional easements or
an outlot need to be shown on the plat for Lot 3A to include the pond. The easement or
outlot dedications need to clearly state that no encroachments, fences etc are permitted
within this area.
4. A drainage Outlot or easement is also need on the adjacent lot to the south. An amended
plat or easement by separate document will be needed. The offsite easement may be
difficult to obtain if, or once, the adjacent lot has been sold.
5. The outlet to the pond extends beyond the existing cross culvert. It appears that this will
alter historic flow paths to some degree. This will need to be further evaluated. It appears
that the outlet of the pond needs to be located further south and on Lot 3A, out of the
right-of-way, and be within a dedicated easement or outlot.
6. The stormwater report references a 90% of historic release rats. The County uses a 2-year
historic release rate. The release rate will need to be further evaluated.
7. Downspouts need to be directed towards the pond, where feasible.
8. Additional groundwater analysis will be needed to ensure that the pond design will not
expose ground water. A orifice water quality design may be needed in lieu of the
underdrain design referenced in the report to minimize the potential for the underdrain to
intercept groundwater.
9. Updated drainage and water quality report and plan are necessary to address changes
related to the above comments.
10. Access road and drainage infrastructure maintenance plans and agreements must be
recorded with the subdivision. The document must outline items such as who will be
responsible for maintenance, what it needs to entail and how often.
11. More of the shared drives need to be within the designated outlot. Outlot A needs to be
increased for reasonable circulation.
12. Final construction plans are needed that show all details for the site and that mee t all
requirements of a typical subdivision construction plan set
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13. A subdivision improvement agreement (SIA) and associated collateral are required to
document various expectations of the subdivision and to ensure the required
improvements are completed correctly.
14. Final easements for the buried electric line need to be dedicated on the plat or by separate
instrument and referenced on the plat.
15. A paved apron 20 feet past the dedicated ROW will need to be shown on the next plans.
16. A Development Construction Permit (DCP) will be required for construction of the site
improvements. Prior to issuance of the DCP, all other applicable County, State, & federal
permits must be obtained.
17. Transportation Capital Expansion Fees are required at the time of building permit issuance
for the conversion to individual town home units.
Staff Recommendation:
The above items need to be addressed prior to any final approvals of this plan. Please feel free
to contact me at (970) 498-5701 or e-mail at tshambo@larimer.org if you have any questions.
Thank you.
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