HomeMy WebLinkAboutPACKET Estes Valley Board of Adjustment 2008-05-06Prepared: April 30, 2008
Revised:
AGENDA
ESTES VALLEY BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
Tuesday, May 6, 2008
9:00 a.m. - Board Room, Town Hall
1. PUBLIC COMMENT
2. CONSENT
a. Approval of' minutes dated February 5, 2008
3. REQUESTS
a. Metes & Bounds property located at 460 Valley Road
Owner: Stanton B. Peterson
Applicant: Owner
Request: Variance from Estes Valley Development Code Section 4.3, Table 4-2 , to
allow replacement and expansion of decks on an existing residence 23.2
feet from the eastern property line and 6.4 feet from the southern property
line in lieu of the required 25-foot setbacks in the E-1—Estate zoning
district
Staff Contact: Bob Joseph
b. Metes & Bounds property located at 845 W. Wonderview Avenue
Owner: Reese A., Flint H. and Regan W. Cheney and Corrine Cheney -Burke
Applicant: Van Horn Engineering
Request: Variance from Estes Valley Development Code Section 4.3, Table 4-2, to
allow an addition to an existing residence to be built 19.5 feet from the
southern property line in lieu of the 50-foot setback required in the RE —
Rural Estate zoning district
Staff Contact: Dave Shirk
4. REPORTS
5. ADJOURNMENT
Note: The Estes Valley Board of Adjustment reserves the right to consider other appropriate
items not available at the time the agenda was prepared.
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
Regular Meeting of the Estes Valley Board of Adjustment
February 5, 2008, 9:00 a.m.
Board Room, Estes Park Town Hall
Board: Chair John Lynch, Members Cliff Dill, Chuck Levine, Wayne Newsom,
and Al Sager; Alternate Member Bruce Grant
Attending: Chair Lynch; Members Dill and Sager
Also Attending: Director Joseph, Planner Chilcott, and Recording Secretary Roederer
Absent: Members Levine and Newsom, Alternate Member Grant
Chair Lynch called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m.
1. PUBLIC COMMENT
None.
2. CONSENT AGENDA
a. Approval of the minutes of the January 8, 2008 meeting.
It was moved and seconded (Sager/Dill) to approve the minutes. There being no
changes or corrections, the minutes were approved as submitted.
3. METES AND BOUNDS PROPERTY LOCATED IMMEDIATELY NORTH OF 1895 BIG
THOMPSON AVENUE, Owner/Applicant: Yakutat Land Corporation — Request for
variance from Estes Valley Development Code Section 4.3, Table 4-2, to allow an
existing fenced -in structure for hay storage to remain located 30.7 feet from the
front property line in lieu of the required 50-foot front -yard setback in the RE-1 —
Rural Estate zoning district, and variance from Section 7.6.E.1.a.2.b to allow the
structure to remain 16.7 feet from the annual high-water mark of the stream corridor
in lieu of the required 30-foot setback
Director Joseph summarized the staff report. This is a request for variance from the
setback required for the front property line and from the required stream setback to allow
completion of the construction of a hay shed in the historic location used for hay storage
for the commercial horse stables, Sombrero Ranches. The hay storage shed is located on
an undeveloped parcel in unincorporated Larimer County, immediately north of the stables,
and encroaches into the front -yard setback and stream setback. Construction of a metal
framework to provide a roof over the hay was started without a building permit but halted
pending resolution of this variance request. The applicant was required to request a waiver
from the Larimer County Flood Plain Review Board prior to appearing before the Board of
Adjustment due to the hay shed's location within the floodplain and floodway; this wavier
was granted.
The primary focus of this variance request is the stream setback. A prominent reason for
the required setback from streams (aside from the potential impact to the floodplain and/or
floodway) is to protect the natural vegetation found along streams, which has value as
wildlife habitat in addition to its scenic and aesthetic value. In planning staff's opinion, the
requested variance to the stream setback, which reduces the setback from 30 feet to 16.7
feet, is substantial. Staff has determined that there can be beneficial use of the property
without the requested variances, that approval of the variances would not adversely affect
the delivery of public services, and that the applicant purchased the property before the
adoption of the current setback standards.
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The key question is whether the applicant's predicament can be mitigated through another
method. Staff's opinion is that a conforming location for the hay shed could be found
elsewhere on the property; however,the applicant shoulld have the opportunity to present
a persuasive argument as to the value of the proximity of the hay shed to the stables. The
Board members should use their best judgment in determining whether the applicant's
request represents the least deviation to afford relief and may choose to consider the
historic pattern of use of the hay storage location and its proximity to the stables.
If the Board chooses to approve the requested variances, it may require conditions that
secure the objectives of the Estes Valley Development Code, and staff recommends the
applicant be required to restore a similar -sized area of habitat (approximately 3,000 square
feet) along the stream bank to offset the loss of habitat in the hay shed location. Although
use of that particular location for hay storage began years ago, stacking hay did not create
a permanent footprint on the land, while construction of the hay storage shed does. If the
applicant had not begun construction of the shed without a building permit, the hay storage
location could easily have been moved to a conforming location, and this area could have
been restored to its natural condition. Although the stream is intermittent in some locations,
it is perennial in others, and it is a mapped drainage shown in the Estes Valley
Development Code.
The variance request was routed to all applicable reviewing agency staff and to
neighboring property owners for consideration and comment. No comments were received.
Public Comment:
Lonnie SheldonNan Horn Engineering was present to represent the applicant. He
confirmed that the stream is a "good-sized creek" when it flows. He provided information
on evidence submitted to the Larimer County Flood Plain Review Board, which approved a
waiver for the location of the hay storage shed. He contended the only change to the use
of this historic location for hay storage is the addition of a roof over the hay. Use of this
location is necessary to provide room for large trucks to deliver the hay and turn around,
as well as for fork lifts used to move the hay to the horses. The applicant would prefer to
use the well-worn paths already established on the site. The property owner has stated the
location has been used for hay storage for approximately 45 years, well predating
floodplain mapping. The applicant would have to move the location of the hay storage over
300 feet to the north to comply with the required setbacks due to the location of the
property Thine and the creek; this would create a hardship for the applicant. Mr. Sheldon
stated the applicant is willing to comply with the recommended conditions of approval;
however, Mr. Sheldon questioned the rational between the requested variances and the
requirement to revegetate an equivalent area of land. If the requested variances are not
approved, the applicant will not move the hay stack (no approval is required for the hay
stack alone).
Discussion continued between the Board members, planning staff, and Mr. Sheldon and is
summarized as follows:
In lieu of revegetation, Chair Lynch suggested the applicant be required to clean up the
appearance of the hay storage area. Director Joseph stated his desire to have a nexus
between the purpose of the required stream setback (to protect native vegetation) and the
proposed condition of approval (revegetation of an equivalent area of habitat along the
stream). The purpose of the condition is to mitigate the adverse impacts of creating a
permanent structure for storing the hay in its present location. In staff's opinion, the only
reason provided by the applicant to perpetuate the adverse impact to the stream corridor is
for the applicant's convenience and the fact that construction was begun without a building
permit. Mr. Sheldon contended that the applicant would have to bring in top soil, seed,
mulch, and monitor the site of revegetation, which is unreasonable in light of the variance
requested. Folllowing further discussion, including the benefits of cleaning up the
appearance of the site, Member Sager moved to approve the requested variances with the
condition that the applicant prepare a reasonable restoration plan for revegetation along
the stream, which should be submitted prior to approval of the building permit. Mr. Sheldon
agreed to the condition on behalf of the applicant. Director Joseph stated the condition
should include successful implementation of the revegetation plan.
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February 5, 2008
It was moved and seconded (Sager/Dill) to approve the variance request for the
Metes and Bounds property located immediately north of 1895 Big Thompson
Avenue to allow an existing fenced -in structure for hay storage to remain located
30.7 feet from the front property line In Ileu of the required 50-foot front -yard
setback and to allow the structure to remain 16.7 feet from the annual high-water
mark of the stream corridor in lieu of the required 30-foot setback, with the findings
and conditions recommended by staff, and the motion passed unanimously with
two absent.
CONDITIONS:
1. Compliance with the submitted application.
2. The applicant shall successfully revegetate and restore an area of 3,000 square feet
along the stream, thus returning a presently non -vegetated stream bank area to a
naturally vegetated condition in order to offset the long-term loss under the footprint of
the shed as proposed. The applicant shall prepare this restoration plan for staff
approval prior to issuance of a building permit for the structure.
4. LOT 1A, AMENDED PLAT OF LOTS 1, 2, & 3, PROSPECT VILLAGE SUBDIVISION,
460 Prospect Village Drive, Owner: Edward J. & Gisela Grueff, Applicant: Bret & Jan
Freedman — Request for variance from Estes Valley Development Code Section
4.4, Table 4-5, to allow stairs to be constructed within the required 15-foot side -yard
setback by up to four feet; variance from Section 7.5.G.2.b(2) to allow one parking
space to encroach Into the required eight -foot side -yard landscape buffer by seven
feet; and variance from Section 7.5.G.2.b(3) to allow the parking lot and landcape
buffer to be 40 feet from the annual high-water mark of the Big Thompson River in
lieu of the required 50-foot setback/landscape buffer
Chair Lynch recused himself in order to avoid the appearance of a conflict of interest.
Member Dill acted as Chair for this agenda item. Director Joseph stated that so long as the
meeting is opened with a quorum of three members, action may be taken on an item.
Planner Chilcott summarized the staff report. The applicant has submitted a development
plan application (#08-03), which will be reviewed by the Estes Valley Planning Commission
at their February 19, 2008 meeting, to develop a two-story, 2,000-square-foot real estate
office with a 450-square-foot garage and ten parking spaces on an undeveloped lot. The
lot is zoned CO - Commercial Outlying, is located behind the Estes Park Brewery, and is
approximately' -acre in size. The Big Thompson River runs through the site.
In order to construct the building and associated parking as proposed on the development
plan, the applicant is requesting approval of three variances:
1. Variance from Estes Valley Development Code (EVDC) Table 4-5 in order to build
fire -escape stairs eleven feet from the side property line in lieu of the 15-foot setback
required in the CO -Commercial Outlying zoning district;
2. Variance from Section 7.5.G.2.b(2) in order to construct one parking space one foot
from the side property line in lieu of the requirement to provide an eight -foot -wide
planting area between all parking areas and side and rear property lines;
3. Variance from Section 7.5.G.2.b(3) in order to construct the parking lot 40 feet from
the river in lieu of the requirement that all parking lots shall be separated from the
high-water mark of river banks by a minimum of 50 feet.
In considering whether special circumstances or conditions exist, planning staff finds that
there are special circumstances associated with this property —the required setbacks from
property lines and the river leave a small building area on the lot, and a portion of the %-
acre lot lies within a flagpole that can only serve as a driveway entrance. The applicant has
worked to provide a design that saves existing trees, which further reduces the buildable
area of the lot. Practical difficulty may result from strict compliance with EVDC standards.
Beneficial use of the property could occur without the requested variances. A smaller -scale
development could be proposed that would comply with the setbacks.
Staff finds the variance requests are not substantial. Approximately 68 square feet of stairs
will encroach into the 15-foot side -yard setback. One 17.5-foot-long parking space will
encroach into the eight -foot planting area. The requested variance to the river setback
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would allow a small portion of the parking lot to encroach into the setback. Although there
is a platted 30-foot-wide river setback, there is question whether this applies to the parking
lot or only to buildings and structures. A stormwater-quality pond is proposed to filter runoff
from the parking lot before it enters the river.
The essential character of the neighborhood will not be substantially altered, and the
variances, if granted, represent the least deviation from the regulations that will afford
relief. The applicant proposes a two-story building, which reduces the footprint on the lot,
and the building its stepped back to meet the river setback requirement and reduce impact
to the site. Office use is a permitted use in the CO zoning district.
The variance request was routed to all applicable reviewing agency staff and to
neighboring property owners for consideration and comment. Comments were received
from Town of Estes Park Llght and Power Department and Upper Thompson Sanitation
District. No comments in support or opposition to the requested variances were received
from neighboring property owners.
Approval of the requested variances will) not affect the delivery of publlic services. Upper
Thompson Sanitation District desires to ensure access to the sewer main adjacent to the
Big Thompson River. This concern can be addressed with the development plan review.
Planning staff recommends approval of the requested variances with three conditions of
approvals.
Public Comment:
Joe CoopNan Horn Engineering was present to represent the applicant. He stated the
applicant had originally wanted to construct a single -story building but had alltered the
plans to better fit the lot. The proposal minimizes impervious coverage, and the applicant
has made a good effort to minimize impact on the site.
Lon Kinnie, neighboring property owner, raised questions regarding whether the applicant
would be required to extend existing curb and gutter beyond his driveway, whether the
Town would require upgrades to Prospect Village Drive (a private road), and who would
pay for any required upgrades. Director Joseph stated that all property owners along this
private road have a collective responsibility to maintain shared access in a reasonably
functional, condition. These issues are not pertinent to the variance requests and should be
brought forward during review of the development plan.
Member Sager stated there are reasons for all three variance requests, and the requests
are acceptable to him.
It was moved and seconded (Sager/Dilll) to approve the variance request for Lot 1A,
Amended Plat of Lots 1, 2, & 3, Prospect Village Subdivision, to allow stairs to be
constructed within the required 15-foot side -yard setback by up to four feet; to
allow one parking space to encroach into the required eight -foot side -yard
landscape buffer by seven feet; and to allow the parking lot and landcape buffer to
be 40 feet from the annual high-water mark of the Big Thompson River in lieu of the
required 50-foot setback/landscape buffer, with the findings and conditions
recommended by staff, and the motion passed unanimously with two absent and
with Chair Lynch abstaining.
CONDITIONS:
1. Compliance with the submitted application.
2. Planning Commission approval of the development plan application.
3. A registered land surveyor shall) set the survey stakes prior to construction, shall verify
compliance with the variances, and shall provide a setback certificate.
5. REPORTS
None.
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
Estes Valley Board of Adjustment
February 5, 2008
There being no further business, Chair Lynch adjourned the meeting at 10:11 a.m.
John Lynch, Chair
Julie Roederer, Recording Secretary
Vk
460 Valley Road, Setback Variance
Estes Park Community Development Department
Municipal Building, 170 MacGregor Avenue
PO Box 1200
Estes Park, CO 80517
Phone: 970-577-3721 Fax: 970-586-0249 www.estesnet.com
DATE: April 30, 2008
REQUEST: Side/Rear Setback Variance
LOCATION: 460 Valley Rd.
FILE #: Peterson
I. PROJECT
DESCRIPTION:
SITE DATA
Owner: Stan Peterson
Zoning: E-1 Estate
Property Size: 0.49 acres
Existing Use: Residential
Legal Description: 35234-00-037.
This request is for a reduction of the required 25ft. building setback (Table 4-2; 4.3.c.5)
to allow for a deck to wrap around the south comer of the home. The existing building is
situated only 20 ft. from the property line at the south corner. The comer of the deck
extension at this same point would fall 6.4 ft. from the side property line as illustrated in
the site plan. The easterly comer of the deck would be 23.2 ft. from the rear property
line. The house was built in 1913 and has been recently renovated.
II. REVIEW CRITERIA: All applications for variances shall demonstrate
compliance with the standards and criteria set forth below:
1. Special circumstances or conditions exist (e.g., exceptional topographic
conditions, narrowness, shallowness or the shape of the property) that are not
common to other areas or buildings similarly situated and practical difficulty
may result from strict compliance with this Code's standards, provided that
the requested variance will not have the effect of nullifying or impairing the
intent and purposes of either the specific standards, this Code or the
Comprehensive Plan.
The special circumstance is the placement of the home on the property back
in 1913. This placement did not allow for conforming decks. Also, the lot is
only !/a half acre in a one acre zoning district (E-1).
2. In determining "practical difficulty," the BOA shall consider the following
factors:
a. Whether there can be any beneficial use of the property without the
variance;
The home can be occupied without the deck variance.
b. Whether the variance is substantial;
The degree of additional encroachment is minimal considering the
position of the existing building.
c. Whether the essential character of the neighborhood would be
substantially altered or whether adjoining properties would suffer a
substantial detriment as a result of the variance;
The requested variance would not negatively impact the character
of the neighborhood. Christopher Wood, the neighbor to the south
has submitted a letter in support of this request.
d. Whether the variance would adversely affect the delivery of public
services such as water and sewer;
Delivery of services would not be adversely affected.
e. Whether the Applicant purchased the property with knowledge of
the requirement; and
The applicant did purchase the property with knowledge of the
requirement.
f. Whether the Applicant's predicament can be mitigated through
some method other than a variance. No reasonable alternatives
exist.
3. No variance shall be granted if the submitted conditions or circumstances
affecting the Applicant's property are of so general or recurrent a nature as
to make reasonably practicable the formulation of a general regulation for
such conditions or situations. The conditions are site specific.
4. No variance shall be granted reducing the size of lots contained in an
existing or proposed subdivision if it will result in an increase in the
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number of lots beyond the number otherwise permitted for the total
subdivision, pursuant to the applicable zone district regulations.
5. If authorized, a variance shall represent the least deviation from the
regulations that will afford relief.
6. Under no circumstances shall the BOA grant a variance to allow a use not
permitted, or a use expressly or by implication prohibited under the terms
of this Code for the zone district containing the property for which the
variance is sought.
7. In granting such variances, the BOA may require such conditions as will,
in its independent judgment, secure substantially the objectives of the
standard so varied or modified.
III. REFFERAL COMMENTS AND OTHER ISSUES: This request has been
submitted to all applicable reviewing agency staff for consideration and comment.
No significant issues or concerns were expressed by reviewing staff relative to
code compliance or the provision of public services.
IV. STAFF FINDINGS AND RECOAIlENDATION: Based on the foregoing,
staff finds:
• The degree of additional encroachment is minimal considering the position of the
existing building
• The requested variance would not negatively impact the character of the
neighborhood.
• No reasonable alternatives exist.
• The request is directly related to the everyday use of the existing building.
• Delivery of services would not be adversely affected.
Recommendation:
Approval with the following conditions:
• Full compliance with the Building Code.
• Submittal of a setback certificate prepared by a qualified
Surveyor.
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GREGORY A. WHITE
Attorney at Law
North Park Place
1423 West 29th Street
Loveland, Colorado 80538
970/667-5310
Fax 970/667-2527
April 21, 2008
BOB JOSEPH, PLANNER
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPT
TOWN OF ESTES PARK
PO BOX 1200
ESTES PARK, CO 80517
Re: Variance Request - Peterson Residence
Dear Mr. Joseph:
I have no conunent.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to give me a call.
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V - Truly Yours,
Greg
GAW/ldr
A. White
CC Van Horn Engine ring, Ellen O'Connell
Fax: 970/586-8101
P.O. Box 568
Estes Park, Colorado 80517
(970)-586-4544
(970) 586-1049 Fax
April 15, 2008
Bob Joseph, Planner II
Town of Estes Park
P.O. Box 1200
Estes Park, CO 80517
Re: Variance Request
Peterson Residence
Metes and Bounds property located at 460 Valley Road
Dear Dave,
The Upper Thompson Sanitation District submits the following comments for the above referenced property:
1. The District has no objection to the proposed variance request.
If you have any questions or need further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Thank You,
Chris Bieker
Operations Manager
Upper Thompson Sanitation District
cc: Ellen O'Connell
Van Horn Engineering
February 25, 2008
Ellen O'Connell
Van Hom Engineering
1043 Fish Creek Road
Estes Park, CO 80517
Re: Set Back Variance, Stan Peterson Home 460 Valley Rd.
Ellen,
I am writing to approve the request for a set back variance on the proposed structure of
the addition of a deck to the property located at 460 Valley Rd. It is my understanding
that the current glans are for a deck that would encroach 5-6 feet onto the 25' setback
requirement at my home 470 Valley Rd.
I authorize this set back variance. If there are any other concerns that need to be
addressed around the project, please feel free to contact me.
rely,
Cbristophesr E. Wood
470 Valley Rd.
Estes Park, CO 80517
577-0962 (Hm)
970-481-6142 (Ce11)
cc Stan Peterson
Statement of Intent - Variance
460 Valley Road
Variance Request: (compliance with Section 3.6 of the
Estes Valley Development Code)
Requested variances:
Section 4.3.C.5.Table 4-2 `E-1' Zoning Side Setback
-Existing 25' from current property line
-Requesting 6' from South property line and 23' from the East
property line
The property located in a portion of Section 23, Township 5 North, Range 73 West is a
parcel of land with street frontage on Valley Road. The land is zoned E-1 Residential,
(1 acre) under the current Estes Valley Development Code with setbacks being 25' from
all lot lines.. This lottis approximately 'A an acre, which would be more closely matched
to the E-Estate zoning, which has 15' setbacks. The variances are requested in order to be
able to replace above grade decks that were recently removed from the house with new
above grade decks. The previous decks were located as shown in the attached pictures.
At that time, the decks were separate. It is proposed to replace the former decks with one
deck that runs along the South and East sides of the house.
1. Special Circumstances or Existing Conditions
This house was built in 1913. The decks were added in 1993. It was necessary to
remove the decks in order to complete extensive renovations to the house.
Without the decks on the house, there is only one exit from the house. The
implications of the safety hazards associated with only one exit and the desire for
a continuous "wrap around" above grade deck are the motivating factors in
requesting these variances.
2. "Practical Difficulty Factors:"
a. These portions of the property have been used, including deck use, for
many years and granting this variance would allow a historic use to
continue, in virtually the same location on the property.
b. The requested variance to the South is substantial when comparing 6.0' to
25' (76%) required by the current zoning (E-1). However, the lot is less
than 'A an acre in size. Therefore, comparing the requested setback of 6.0'
with the E (1/2 acre) zoning (10' side and 15' rear) is not as substantial
(40% and 60%). To reiterate, this is a setback request for an elevated deck.
The structure itself (home) is currently ±5' into the 25' setback (20%). If
the deck were at grade, and not elevated, no variance would be needed.
c. The variance would not substantially alter or have a major impact on the
surrounding properties. The neighbor to the South of this property has
been contacted regarding this proposed deck and does not have any
objections. (See attached letter)
d. There will be no adverse affect to the delivery of public services such as
water and sewer. All existing utilities and connections will remain the
same. The cleanouts under the deck for the applicants' private sewer
service line will remain accessible (as the deck is elevated).
e. The applicant's family has owned the land for many years and has had
elevated decks on both sides of the existing structure for some 15 years.
3. The variance requested is not general or recurrent in nature, the situation is site
specific. Given the special circumstances associated with the request, this is a
unique request.
4. The granting of this variance will not cause an increase in density or create the
ability to create new lots.
5. The proposed variance will allow the applicant to use the property as it has been
used for many years with increased enjoyment and safety. The deck could be
smaller; however, the applicant wishes to parallel the home and square the corner
for construction simplicity, cost and architectural desires. Given the owner's
desires and the most impacted neighbor's non -objection, this is the least deviation
to afford relief.
6. The proposed variance request will not allow a use that has not previously been
permitted on the property.
NOTE: See attached letter from neighbor, letter and pictures from owner.
22 February 2008
To Whom It May Concern:
I am requesting a variance to replace the decks at my house at 460 Valley Road. The
decks that existed at the house had been in place since at least 1993 when my mother
purchased the property. The decks were torn down in order to accomplish extensive
renovations to the house in 2006.
The new decks I am proposing to build are the same as the old decks with two
exceptions: the deck on the south elevation would extend across the entire south side of
the house (the old deck was only about half -way across) and the deck on the east
elevation will be twelve feet by twenty feet (I think the old deck on this side was about
ten feet by ten feet).
I have been consulting with my adjoining property owner to the South at 470 Valley
Road, Christopher Wood, and he has agreed verbally with my plans. I have asked him to
write a letter to that effect, and will provide a copy to you as soon as possible.
The new decks are necessary in order to provide alternate and safe exits from the house.
Currently there is only one exit from the house on the North side.
I have enclosed photos of the previous decks which existed on the South and East sides of
the house, and a sketch of the proposed deck plan. I also enclosed a photo of an example
of the type of deck and railing I would like to construct.
Your consideration of this variance would be very much appreciated. I am enthusiastic
about improving the appearance of this house and property which my great-grandmother
built in 1913.
Sincerely,
Stanton B. Peterson
1741 Bolton Village Lane
Niceville, FL 32578
(850) 543-1735
stan.peterson@cox.net
ESTES VALLEY
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
APPLICATION
Submittal Date:
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R O" - (s):
Street Address of Lot G Q(e r, b
Legal Description SL Block:
Subdivision: 3C) 3 --
Parcel ID # j5j 4 - - Section 2
Lot Size [: '` 61. c.t.e.
Existing Land Use
Proposed Land Use. " a.
Existing Water Service XTown Well Other (Specify)
Proposed Water Service Town Well Other (Specify)
Existing Sanitary Sewer Service EPSD K UTSD Septic
Proposed Sanitary Sewer Service EPSD UTSD Septic
Existing Gas Service )C Xcel Other None
Site Access (if not on public street)
Are there wetlands on the site? Yes y1C No
TownshiRa e
Zoning
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Specific variance desired (state development code section #,.
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Name of Primary Contact Person
Maili t Address 6 1ti
sit `
Application fee (see attached fee schedule)
tatement of intent (must comply with standards set forth in Section 3.6.0 of the Estes Valley Development Code)
1 copy (folded) of site plan (drawn at a scale of 1" = 20') .'
,, " 1 reduced copy of the site plan (11" X 17")
°'!Names & mailing addresses of neighboring property owners (see attached handout)
The site plan shall include information in Estes Valley Development Code Appendix B,VII.5 (attached).
The applicant will be required to provide additional copies of the site plan after staff review
(see the attached Board of Adjustment variance application schedule). Copies must be folded.
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APPLICATION FEES
For variance applications within the Estes Valley Planning Area, both Inside and outside Town limits
See the fee schedule included In your application packet or view the fee schedule online
at www.estesnet.00m/OomDev/Schedules&Fees/PlanningApplicationFeeSchedule pdf
All requests for refunds must be made In writing. Alt fees are due at the time of submittal.
APPLICANT CERTIFICATION
I. I hereby certify that the information and exhibits herewith submitted are true and correct to the best of my knowledge
and that in filing the application I am acting with the knowledge and consent of the owners of the property.
► In submitting the application materials and signing this application agreement, I acknowledge and agree that the
application is subject to the applicable processing and public hearing requirements set forth in the Estes Valley
Development Code (EVDC),
► I acknowledge that I have obtained or have access to the EVDC, and that, prior to filing this application, 1 have had the
opportunity to consult the relevant provisions governing the processing of and decision on the application.
(The Estes Valley Development Code is available online at www.estesnetcom/ComDev/DevCode.)
► I understand that acceptance of this application by the Town of Estes Park for filing and receipt of the application fee by
the Town does not necessarily mean that the application is complete under the applicable requirements of the EVDC.
► I understand that this variance request may be delayed in processing by a month or more if the information provided is
incomplete, inaccurate, or submitted after the deadline dale.
► I understand that a resubmittal fee will be charged if my application is incomplete.
► The Community Development Department will notify the applicant in writing of the date on which the application is
determined to be complete.
► I grant permission for Town of Estes Park Employees and Members of the Board of Adjustment with proper
identification access to my property during the review of this application,
► 1 acknowledge that I have received the Estes Valley Board of Adjustment Variance Application Schedule and that
failure to meet the deadlines shown on said schedule shall result in my application or the approval of my application
becoming NULL and VOID. I understand that full fees will be charged for the resubmittal of an application that has
become null and void.
P. I understand that I am required to obtain a "Variance Notice" sign from the Community Development Department and
that this sign must be posted on my property where It is clearly visible from the road. I understand that the comers of
my property and the proposed building/structure corners must be field staked. 1 understand that the sign must be
posted and the staking completed no later than ten (10) business days prior to the Estes Valley Board of Adjustment
hearing.
► I understand that if the Board of Adjustment approves my request, "Failure of an applicant to apply for a building
permit and commence construction or action with regard to the variance approval within one (1) year of
receiving approval of the variance shall automatically render the decision of the BOA null and void." (Estes
Valley Development Code Section 3,6 D)
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County of Lanmer. State of Colorado
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Cheney Front Yard Variance Request
Estes Park Community Development Department
Municipal Building, 170 MacGregor Avenue
PO Box 1200
1.11101. Estes Park, CO 80517
Phone: 970-577-3721 Fax: 970-586-0249
www.estesnet.com
DATE: May 6, 2008
REQUEST: A request to allow a 20-
foot front yard setback in lieu of the
50-feet typically required in the "RE"
zone district.
LOCATION: 845 W. Wonderview
Avenue (Larimer County)
APPLICANT: Van Horn Engineering
PROPERTY OWNER: Reese, Regan and Flint Cheney; Corrine Cheney Burke (each
owns 'A interest)
STAFF CONTACT: Dave Shirk
SITE DATA TABLE:
Engineer: Van Horn Engineering (586-9388)
Parcel Number: 3523400026
Number of Lots: One
Proposed Land Use: Same
Adjacent Zoning -
East: "RE" Rural Estate (2.5 acre)
West: "RE-1" Rural Estate (10 acre)
Adjacent Land Uses -
East: Single-family residential
West: Rocky Mountain National Park
Services -
Water: Town
Fire Protection: Estes Park Volunteer
Development Area: 39 acres +/-.
Existing Land Use: Cabin with various
outbuildings
Existing Zoning: "RE" Rural Estate
North: "RE-1" Rural Estate (10 acre)
South: "E-1" Estate (1 acre)
North: MacGregor Ranch
South: Single-family residential
Sewer: UTSD
PROJECT DESCRIPTION AND BACKGROUND: The applicant requests a variance
to Table 4-2 "Base Density and Dimensional Standards" of the Estes Valley Development
Code to allow a front yard setback of 20-feet in lieu of the 50-feet typically required for
the "RE" Rural Estate district. The purpose of this request is to allow the
expansion/remodel of an existing cabin built circa 1915. The remodel would include
removal and replacement of an existing kitchen, and addition of a bathroom.
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REVIEW CRITERIA: In accordance with Section 3.6 C. "Standards for Review" of
the EVDC, all applications for variances shall demonstrate compliance with the
applicable standards and criteria set forth below:
1. Special circumstances or conditions exist (e.g., exceptional topographic conditions,
narrowness, shallowness or the shape of the property) that are not common to other
areas or buildings similarly situated and practical difficulty may result from strict
compliance with this Code's standards, provided that the requested variance will not
have the effect of nullifying or impairing the intent and purposes of either the specific
standards, this Code or the Comprehensive Plan.
Staff Comment: While the lot itself meets the minimum lot size, and shape to allow
a new structure without need for a variance, the existing cabin has been in this
location for nearly a hundred years, thus pre -dating setback and subdivision
Page #2 ...-Cheney Front Yard Setback Request
requirements. The property owners desire to renovate the existing cabin instead of
tearing it down and building "from scratch."
The lot contains a mapped rockfall hazard area, which is located east of the building
site. As such, the applicant hired a professional geologist who has experience in the
Estes valley. Terracon Engineering (reviewed by Neil Sherrod, who has consulting
experience not only in the Estes valley, but also on the Castle Mountain ridge)
conducted an on -site evaluation, and concluded there is "minor rockfall hazard
potential." See attached report.
2. In determining "practical difficulty," the BOA shall consider the following factors:
a. Whether there can be any beneficial use of the property without the variance;
Staff Comment: The property may continue as residential use, though the existing
structure was built circa 1915 and is small compared to today's standards, and has
no bath facilities.
b. Whether the variance is substantial;
Staff Comment: The Board should use their best judgment if the requested
variance is substantial.
c. Whether the essential character of the neighborhood would be substantially
altered or whether adjoining properties would suffer a substantial detriment as a
result of the variance;
Staff Comment: The character of the neighborhood would not be affected.
d. Whether the Applicant purchased the property with knowledge of the
requirement;
Staff Comment: The Cheney family has owned the property since construction of
the cabin.
e. Whether the Applicant's predicament can be mitigated through some method other
than a variance.
Staff Comment: There are other options for the applicant. For example, the
structure could be removed and rebuilt in a conforming location. Another option
would be to locate the new bedrooms to the north or west, where they would be
conforming (though interfere with an existing drive).
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3. If authorized, a variance shall represent the Ieast deviation from the regulations that
will afford relief.
Staff Comment: The Board should use their best judgment if the requested variance
represents the least deviation that would afford relief.
4. In granting such variances, the BOA may require such conditions as will, in its
independent judgment, secure substantially the objectives of the standard so varied or
modified.
REFFERAL COMMENTS AND OTHER ISSUES: This request has been submitted
to all applicable reviewing agency staff for consideration and comment. At the time of
this report, no significant issues or concerns were expressed by reviewing staff relative to
code compliance or the provision of public services.
Neighbors. Staff has written correspondence from two neighbors, both of which
expressed "no objections."
STAFF FINDINGS AND RECOMMENDATION: Based on the foregoing, staff finds:
1. Special circumstances exist. The structure was built circa 1915, before setback
regulations.
2. The property may continue to be used for residential use.
3. The Applicant's predicament could be mitigated through methods other than a
variance.
4. The character of the neighborhood would not be affected.
5. The Board should use their best judgment if the requested variance is substantial.
b. The Board should use their judgment if the requested variance represents the least
deviation that would afford relief.
7. The applicant has owned the property since before the adoption of the EVDC.
8. This request has been submitted to all applicable reviewing agency staff for
consideration and comment. No significant issues or concerns were expressed by
reviewing staff relative to code compliance or the provision of public services.
9. The variance would not adversely affect the delivery of public services such as
water and sewer.
10. The submitted conditions or circumstances affecting the property are not of so
general or recurrent a nature as to make reasonably practicable the formulation of a
general regulation for such conditions or situations.
11. Approval of the variance would not result in an increase in the number of lots
beyond the number otherwise permitted for the total subdivision, pursuant to the
applicable zone district regulations.
Page #4 -Cheney Front Yard Setback Request
12. Approval of the variance would not allow a use not permitted, or a use expressly or
by implication prohibited under the terms of this Code for the zone district
containing the property for which the variance is sought;
Therefore, Staff recommends APPROVAL of the requested variance to allow a front
yard setback of 20-feet CONDITIONAL TO:
a. Prior to pouring foundation, submittal of a setback certificate prepared by a registered
land surveyor.
SUGGESTED MOTION: I move APPROVAL of the requested variance with
the findings and conditions recommended by staff.
LAPSE: Failure of an Applicant to apply for a building permit and commence construction or action
with regard to the variance approval within one (1) year of receiving approval of the variance shall
automatically render the decision of the BOA null and void.
Page #5 --Cheney Front Yard Setback Request
April 14, 2008
Van Horn Engineering and Surveying
1043 Fish Creek Rd.
Estes Park, Colorado 80517
Attn: Mr. Lonnie Sheldon
Re: Geologic Site Observation
Bob Cheyne Variance
Estes Park, Colorado
Terracon Project No. 20085024
Consulting Engineers & Scientists
301 North Howes
Fort Collins, Colorado 80521
Phone 970,484.0359
Fax 970.484.0454
www.terracon,com
Terracon has completed a geologic site observation to evaluate potential rockfall hazards of a
single family residence located at 845 West Wonderview Avenue in Estes Park, Colorado. The
purpose of this observation was to evaluate and make recommendations to mitigate potential
rockfall hazards that may exist in the area of the proposed residence. It is our understanding that
an addition to an existing single family residence is to be constructed adjacent to the base of the
prominent outcrop located on the property.
A Terracon Senior engineering geologist and engineering geologist conducted field observations
of the site on April 2, 2008. Terracon was accompanied on the site by the property owner and
representatives of Van Horn Engineering and Surveying. The residence is bordered on the
north, east, and south by pine forest, with various outbuildings, and on the west by a gravel
driveway with an existing single family residence beyond. The site is steeply sloped to the west
with many granite outcroppings and boulders throughout the site. In particular, a massive
outcropping approximately 30 feet in height was located approximately 300 feet east of the
residence with a natural ledge spanning approximately the length of the outcropping. The ledge
was approximately 10 feet wide and located approximately 17 feet above the base of the
outcropping. Site drainage was generally in the form of sheet flow directed to the west and south.
The site was vegetated with dense mature pine trees and shrub oak.
The bedrock is highly jointed and fractured and exhibits spheroidal weathering. The weathering
process and jointing from the release of stresses has caused large and small patterns of
rectangular rock shapes within the outcrop. The major joint patterns are oriented horizontally
and vertically. A third prominent joint pattern is located parallel to the general slope of the
hillside. Jointing pattems indicate the block size of the rock would vary from approximately one
foot to in excess of 10 feet in the largest dimension. The lower portion of the rock slope contains
scattered boulders, trees and brush. Surface outcrops and boulders form the base of the slope
adjacent to where the proposed house will be built.
The massive bedrock outcroping, in our opinion, has minor rockfall hazard potential. The natural
ledge, mature pine trees, granite outcrops, and boulders at the base of the slope adjacent and
to the east of the proposed house will aid in protecting the residence and collecting potential
rockfall from the smaller blocks. Due to the rectangular "slab -like" shape of the rock caused by
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the joint patterns in the rock, the growth of trees and the irregular rough surface of the hillside it
is anticipated that the majority of blocks of rock, which may dislodge over time, would not travel
far down slope and come to a rest before reaching the residence. It should be noted a detailed
rockfall study was not conducted on the lot and is beyond the scope of this project.
We appreciate being of service to you in the geotechniical engineering phase of this project, and
are prepared to assist you during the construction phases as well. Please do not hesitate to
contact us if you have any questions concerning this report or any of our testing, inspection,
design and consulting services.
Sincerely,
TERRACON CONSULTANTS, INC.
Christopher M. Gemperline
Engineering Geologist
Reviewed by:
Neil Sherrod, P.G.
Senior Engineering Geologist
Copies: Addressee (2)
Attachments: Figures 1
Geotechnical Department Manage
2
North Park Place
1423 West 29th Street
Loveland, Colorado 80538
GREGORY A. WHITE
Attorney at Law
April 21, 2008
DAVE SHIRK, PLANNER
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPT
TOWN OF ESTES PARK
PO BOX 1200
ESTES PARK, CO 80517
Re: Variance Request - Cheney Residence
Dear Mr. Shirk
I have no comment.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to give me a call.
GAW/ldr
CC: Van Horn Engineering, Ellen O'Connell
Fax: 970/586-8101
970/667-5310
Fax 970/667-2527
P.O. Box 568
Estes Park, Colorado 80517
(970)-586-4544
(970) 586-1049 Fax
April 15, 2008
Dave Shirk, Planner II
Town of Estes Park
P.O. Box 1200
Estes Park, CO 80517
Re: Variance Request
Cheney Residence
Metes & Bounds property located at 845 W. Wonderview Avenue
Dear Dave,
The Upper Thompson Sanitation District submits the following comments for the above referenced property:
1. The District has no objection to the proposed variance request.
If you have any questions or need further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Thank You,
Chris Bieker
Operations Manager
Upper Thompson Sanitation District
cc: Ellen O'Connell
Van Horn Engineering
COMMITTED TO EXCELLENCE
MEMORANDUM
TO: Dave Shirk, Planner
Town of Estes Park
PO Box 1200
Estes Park, CO 80517
ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT
FROM: Traci Downs, Development Services Engineer
DATE: April 24, 2008
SUBJECT: Cheney Residence Variance Request
845 West Wonderview Avenue
Project Description/Background:
This is a request for a setback variance off of a side property line.
Post Office Box 1190
Fort Collins, Colorado 80522-1190
(970) 498-5700
FAX (970) 498-7986
Comments:
I . Staff assumes that any subsequent improvements on this site will not adversely impact the drainage
patterns or create erosion problems in the area.
Recommendation:
The Larimer County Engineering Department does not have any major concerns or issues with the
submittal of this proposal.
Please feel free to contact me at (970) 498-5701 or e-mail at tdowns@larimer.org if you have any
questions. Thank you.
cc: Van Horn Engineering, 1043 Fish Creek Road, Estes Park, CO 80517
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Dave Shirk
Cheney Residence Variance
Dave,
I've reviewed the variance request for the Cheney residence. Rocky Mountain National park
has no objections to the granting of a variance.
Larry Gamble
Chief, oraonb of Planning & Compliance
Rocky Mountain National Park
Estes Park, co 80517
Phone (970) 586-I328
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Statement of Intent - Variance
845 West Wonderview Ave.
Variance Request: (compliance with Section 3.6 of the
Estes Valley Development Code)
Requested variances:
Section 4.3.C.5.Table 4-2 'RE' Zoning Front Setback
-Existing 50' from current property line
-Requesting 19.5' from South property line
The property located in a portion of Section 23, Township 5 North, Range 73 West is a
parcel of land with access from Wonderview Avenue through an easement across the
neighboring property. The land is zoned RE — Residential (2.5 acre), under the current
Estes Valley Development Code with setbacks being 50' from all lot lines. The variance
is being requested in order to remodel the existing house, built circa 1913. The existing
house is approximately 1,000 square feet. The remodel will include removing a portion of
the existing house (4.44 SF) in the kitchen area and then replacing it with a larger area
(360 SF). The house has been vacant for a number of years. This remodel would be a step
towards the house being occupied again. This house does not have any existing
bathrooms in it. The addition will add a bathroom. When the house to the South West
was built (855 West Wonderview), the sewer line was brought up the driveway with a
second line added for the future upgrade of the subject property. Currently a large portion
of the house is within the setback and the proposed addition will only be 8' (more or less)
closer to the setback line.
1. Special Circumstances or Conditions Exist
This house is a long standing structure, built circa 1913. Portions of the house are
nestled into the hillside making the Northern portion unavailable for adding on.
The current proposal will remove the existing kitchen area of the house, construct
the new addition, and remodel the interior. Together with this effort, utilities and
electric will be updated.
2. "Practical Difficulty Factors:"
a. This structure has been used for a residence in the past. The historic
structure has a very small kitchen area
b. The variance is not substantial relative to the location of the existing
structure on the lot and the existing setback requirement, i.e., 8/50 16° 0.
c. This action would not substantially alter or have a major impact on the
surrounding properties. The neighboring house to the South of the subject
property is not in the sight line of the existing house.
d. There will be no adverse affect to the delivery of public services such as
water and sewer. Currently there is a water line service pit at the Southeast
part of the house water service will be relocated to the West side of the
house.
3. The variance requested is not general or recurrent in nature, the situation is site
specific. Given the special circumstances, the kitchen is the portion being
remodeled and it is on the eastern end of the house, associated with the request
and the topography on the site, the house is in a rock fall hazard area as mapped
by the Robinson survey performed in 1976 (long after the house was built), this is
a unique request. The applicant agrees to have a rock fall hazard report (which
will be prepared by Terracon). Should mitigation•be necessary, based on the
report, the applicant agrees that mitigation measures will be conditions of
approval for issuance of a building permit. At this time, the report is in process.
4. The granting of this variance will not cause an increase in density or create the
ability to create new lots.
5. The proposed variance will allow the applicant to use this structure as it has been
used for many years in the distant past. The remodeled structure will be the
primary use on the land (residential single family). Other structures on this
property are storage buildings only. Instead of constructing a new structure on the
property, the applicant desires to remodel the old house. This request is the least
deviation to afford relief and minimize site disturbance.
6. The proposed variance request will not allow a use that has not previously been
permitted on the property.
ESTES
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
APPLICATION
Submittal Date:
Record Owner(s): ,' .,.. • C
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Legal Description Lot: Block: Tract:
Subdivision:
Parcel ID #.-2``; 2. 3 ... '1..r, Section 2- Township Ran • e
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Lot Size ±— LAD occAt.k.4 • Zoning
Existing Land Use
Proposed Land Use
Existing Water Service y<Town r Well r Other (Specify)
Proposed Water Service r Town r Well r Other (Specify)
Existing Sanitary Sewer Service r EPSD ft UTSD r' Septic
Proposed Sanitary Sewer Service r EPSD r UTSD r Septic
Existing Gas Service r Xcel r Other r None
Site Access (if not on public street)
Are there wetlands on the site? r Yes No
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Application fee(see attached fee schedule)
V'Statement of intent (must comply with standards set forth in Section 3.6.0 of the Estes Valley Development Code)
py (folded) of site plan (drawn at a scale of 1" = 20') "
VT1 reduced copy of the site plan (11" X in
Names & mailing addresses of neighboring property owners (see attached handout)
The site plan shall include information inIstes Valley Development Code Appendix B.VII.5 (attached).
The applicant will be required to provide additional copies of the site plan after staff review
(see the attached Board of Adjustment variance application schedule). Copies must be folded.
Town of Estes Park 4% P.O. Box 1200 .4. 170 MacGregor Avenue -a Estes Pak CO 80517
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APPLICATION FEES
For variance applications within the Estes Valley Planning Area, both Inside and outside Town limits
See the fee schedule included in your application packet or view the fee schedule online
at www.estesnet.com/ComDev/Schedules&Fees/PlanningApplicationFeeSchedute.pdf.
All requests for refunds must be made in writing. All fees are due at the time of submittal.
APPLICANT CERTIFICATION
► I hereby certify that the information and exhibits herewith submitted are true and 'correct to the best of my knowledge
and that in filing the application I am acting with the knowledge and consent of the owners of the property.
► In submitting the application materials and signing this application agreement, I acknowledge and agree that the
application is subject to the applicable processing and public hearing requirements set forth in the Estes Valley
Development Code (EVDC).
► I acknowledge that I have obtained or have access to the EVDC, and that, prior to filing this application, I have had the
opportunity to consult the relevant provisions governing the processing of and decision on the application.
(The Estes Valley Development Code Is available online at www.estesnet.com/ComDev/DevCode.)
► I understand that acceptance of this application by the Town of Estes Park for filing and receipt of the application fee by
the Town does not necessarily mean that the application is complete under the applicable requirements of the EVDC.
► I understand that this variance request may be delayed in processing by a month or more if the information provided is
incomplete, inaccurate, or submitted after the deadline date.
► I understand that a resubmittal fee will be charged If my application is incomplete.
► The Community Development Department will notify the applicant in writing of the date on which the application is
determined to be complete.
► I grant permission for Town of Estes Park Employees and Members of the Board of Adjustment with proper
identification access to my property during the review of this application.
► I acknowledge that I have received the Estes Valley Board of Adjustment Variance Application Schedule and that
failure to meet the deadlines shown on said schedule shall result In my application or the approval of my application
becoming NULL and VOID. I understand that full fees will be charged for the resubmittal of an application that has
become null and void.
I. I understand that I am required to obtain a "Variance Notice" sign from the Community Development Department and
that this sign must be posted on my property where it Is clearly visible from the road. I understand that the comers of
my property and the proposed building/structure comers must be field staked. I understand that the sign must be
posted and the staking completed no later than ten (10) business days prior to the Estes Valley Board of Adjustment
hearing.
I. I understand that if the Board of Adjustment approves my request, "Failure of an applicant to apply for a building
permit and commence construction or action with regard to the variance approval within one (1) year of
receiving approval of the variance shall automatically render the decision oft
Valley Development Code Section 3.6.D)
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APPLICANT CERTIFICATION
► I hereby certify that the information and exhibits herewith submitted are true and correct to the best of my knowledge
and that in filing the application I am acting with the knowledge and consent of the owners of the property.
► In submitting the application materials and signing this application agreement, I acknowledge and agree that the
application Is subject to the applicable processing and public hearing requirements set forth in the Estes Valley
Development Code (EVDC).
► I acknowledge that I have obtained or have access to the EVDC, and that, prior to filing this application, I have had the
opportunity to consult the relevant provisions goveming the processing of and decision on the application.
(The Estes Valley Development Code is available online at www.estesnet.com/ComDev/DevCode.)
► I understand that acceptance of this application by the Town of Estes Park for filing and receipt of the application fee by
the Town does not necessarily mean that the application is complete under the applicable requirements of the EVDC.
► I understand that this variance request may be delayed in processing by a month or more if the information provided is
incomplete, inaccurate, or submitted after the deadline date.
Ob.I understand that a resubmittal fee will be charged if my application is incomplete.
► The Community Development Department will notify the applicant in writing of the date on which the application is
determined to be complete.
► I grant permission for Town of Estes Park Employees and Members of the Board of Adjustment with proper
identification access to my property during the review of this application.
► I acknowledge that I have received the Estes Valley Board of Adjustment Variance Application Schedule and that
failure to meet the deadlines shown on said schedule shall result in my application or the approval of my application
becoming NULL and VOID. I understand that full fees will be charged for the resubmittal of an application that has
become null and void.
► I understand that I am required to obtain a "Variance Notice" sign from the Community Development Department and
that this sign must be posted on my property where it is clearly visible from the road. I understand that the corners of
my property and the proposed building/structure comers must be field staked. I understand that the sign must be
posted and the staking completed no later than ten (10) business days prior to the Estes Valley Board of Adjustment
hearing.
► I understand that if the Board of Adjustment approves my request, "Failure of an applicant to apply for a building
permit and commence construction or action with regard to the variance approval within one (1) year of
receiving approval of the variance shall automatically render the decision ie utimi
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