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FISH HATCHERY WORKFORCE & AFFORDABLE HOUSING
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RECENT HISTORY
JAN
2016
Estes Park Area Housing
Needs Assessment
completed.
Town of Estes Park and
developers held 2 public
meetings offering the opportunity
to share info about project site
and early phases of planning.
JAN
2022
Conversation continues on
Development Agreement.
Public meeting held at Fish
Hatchery site.
JUN
2022
Another public meeting to
provide neighbors to learn
about proposed rezoning of
the site from Accommodations
to Multi-Family Residential.
JUL
2022
Town of Estes Park approved
Multi-Family Residential
rezoning of site.
OCT
2022
Estes Valley Housing Needs
Assessment & Strategic Plan
completed.
JAN
2023
Town of Estes Park partners with
the Estes Park Housing Authority
to move this project forward and
explore development potentially
public-owned workforce housing.
JUL
2023
AmericaWest Housing Solutions
is unable to reach agreement
with the Town after 2 years.
OCT
2023
JUL
2021
Town of Estes Park entered
into Exclusive Negotiation
Agreement with AmericaWest
Housing Solutions and
Consolidated Housing
Solutions as developer of Fish
Hatchery property.
PROJECT TIMELINE
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PREVIOUS DEVELOPER PLAN FROM 2022
*not the current proposal Traffic and Parking
• Need a traffic light at Highway 34
• Improve access roads
• Direct traffic off Fish Hatchery Rd
• Multiple access points needed
• Provide better public transportation
• Maintain privacy on E boundary
• Parking
• Sidewalk expansion needs
Environment
• Stormwater runoff
• Noise and light pollution
• Buffering and setbacks from surrounding properties
• Fire safety – fire evacuation and wildfire
• Impacts on river - flooding, fishing, wildlife
Recreation
• Existing recreation trail usage during construction
• Trail connections to Fall River Trail
• Concern with adjacent campground
Workforce and Affordability
• Prioritize who will live in the community, and who are in the houses now
• Restrictions in place to ensure workforce will live there
• Interest in different scales of units and ownership opportunities
• Seasonal housing options
Opportunities for other services
• Childcare
• Police
• Schools
Overall concerns with density and number of units
PUBLIC FEEDBACK FROM 2022 PLAN
PROJECT TIMELINE
Not to Scale
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PROJECT TIMELINE - COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT OPPORTUNITIES AND SUBMITTALS
COMMUNITY
ENGAGEMENT
OPPORTUNITIES
SUBMITTALS
NEIGHBORHOOD
OUTREACH
NEIGHBORHOOD
MEETING #1
NEIGHBORHOOD
MEETING #2
PLANNING
COMMISSION
MEETING
BOARD OF
TRUSTEES
MEETING
BOARD OF
TRUSTEES
MEETING
SKETCH PLAN
DEVELOPMENT PLAN
Survey Results
Available
esteshousing.org
Info Available at
esteshousing.org
PRELIMINARY
SUBDIVISION PLAT
PRELIMINARY
SUBDIVISION PLAT
FINAL
SUBDIVISION PLAT
COMMUNITY
SURVEY
TODAY!
EVACUATION
STRATEGIES
MEETING
PROJECT TIMELINE
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COMMUNITY SURVEY RESULTS
SURVEY PURPOSE
Gather community input on workforce housing needs,
development priorities, and appropriate development
for this site
TOTAL RESPONSES
345 total responses collected ensuring statistically
significant insights
KEY INSIGHTS
• Prioritize walking & biking connectivity
• Preserve & celebrate site history
• Maintain natural buffers & wildlife corridors
• Incorporate mountain modern architecture
• Balance small private yards and shared outdoor spaces
• Address traffic & emergency preparedness
COMMUNITY SURVEY - INTRODUCTION
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COMMUNITY SURVEY RESULTS
WHO PARTICIPATED IN THE SURVEY?
COMMUNITY SURVEY - DEMOGRAPHICS
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COMMUNITY SURVEY RESULTS
WHAT ARCHITECTURAL STYLES DOES THE COMMUNITY WANT TO SEE?
COMMUNITY SURVEY - PREFERENCES & DESIGN VISION
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COMMUNITY SURVEY RESULTS
WHAT SITE AMENITIES DOES THE COMMUNITY WANT TO SEE?
COMMUNITY SURVEY - PREFERENCES & DESIGN VISION
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COMMUNITY SURVEY RESULTS
WHAT AMENITIES ARE THE MOST IMPORTANT?
COMMUNITY SURVEY - KEY DEVELOPMENT PREFERENCES
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COMMUNITY SURVEY RESULTS
HISTORICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL INTEGRATION
COMMUNITY SURVEY - CONCLUSION
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COMMUNITY SURVEY RESULTSCOMMUNITY SURVEY - CONCLUSION
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TOPICS RAISED AT
NEIGHBORHOOD OUTREACH MTG
COMMUNITY SURVEY CONCLUSIONSFEEDBACK FROM 2022 PLAN
LIMITATIONS & OPPORTUNITIES
• Environment
• Traffic, Parking, & Transportation
• Workforce Needs & Affordability
• Recreation
• Opportunities for Other Services
• Timing
• Environment
• Emergency Response
• Traffic, Parking, & Transportation
• Quality of the Neighborhood
• Workforce Needs & Affordability
• Density
• Maintains Natural & Wildlife
Corridors
• Addresses Traffic & Emergency
Preparedness
• Prioritizes Walking & Biking
Connectivity
• Preserves & Celebrates Site History
• Incorporates Mountain Modern
Architecture
• Balances Private & Shared Outdoor
Spaces
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CHART OF TOPICS OF FOCUS & PROJECT CONSULTANTS
Traffic EngineerDELICH ASSOC
Traffic Study
CDOT Coordination
Multi-Use Path Extension Coord.
Public Transportation TOWN BUS DEPT, SCHOOL TRANSP DEPT
Park Access NATIONAL PARK SERVICE
Wildfire MitigationDELICH ASSOC
Flood Plain Delineation MARCIN ENG
Geological EngineerKUMAR
Evacuation PlanTOWN STAFF, FIRE DEPT, POLICE DEPT
Wildlife ReportDARCY TIGLAS
Dark Sky CompliancePEL-ONA
Fish Hatchery BldgSTATE HISTORIC PRESERV OFFICE
Class III Cultural Resource Survey
Neighborhood Outreach PEL-ONA
1st Neighborhood Meeting PEL-ONA
2nd Neighborhood Meeting PEL-ONA
Public Comment @ Plng Comm & Council PEL-ONA
Evacuation PlanNATIONAL PARK SERVICE
Evacuation PlanTOWN OF ESTES PARK
Wetland DelineationWater System EngineeringAQUAWORKS
WUI StandardsTOWN STAFF
Wildland Urban Interface MgmtWHITE RIVER CONSULTING
MIGRATORY PATTERNS & HABITAT
EVACUATIONGEOLOGYFLOODINGFIRE WILDLIFE & TRANQUILITY
CULTURAL & BLDG HISTORY
NATURE & WILDLIFEHAZARDSTRAFFIC PUBLIC ENGAGE
Public Survey SCJ
LIMITATIONS & OPPORTUNITIES
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PROJECT OVERVIEW & SITE PLAN
NOT TO SCALE
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CONTEXT DIAGRAM
ROCKY MOUNTAIN
NATIONAL PARK
ROCKY MOUNTAIN
NATIONAL PARK
EXISTING
DEVELOPMENT
EXISTING
DEVELOPMENT PROPOSED
DEVELOPMENT
FISH HATCHERY SITE
R-M REZONE
EXISTING NATIVE
OPEN SPACE
EXISTING NATIVE
OPEN SPACE
EXISTING NATIVE
OPEN SPACE
EXISTING NATIVE
OPEN SPACE
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Slope is one of the most important considerations when determining locations and types of development. The green area shown
above are suitable for larger buildings such as apartments. The yellow and orange areas are better suited for townhomes or small
single-family homes that can step with grade. The solid red areas could be difficult to develop.
Site Boundary
< 8% Slope: Ideal for development and ADA circulation
8-16% Slope: Requires some special building types, low walls, and some steps/ramps
6-24% Slope: Requires mostly special building types, taller walls, and more steps/ramps
> 24% Slope: Development is challenging and can be expensive Scale: 1” = 400’
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TOPOGRAPHY / SLOPE ANALYSIS PROJECT OVERVIEW & SITE PLAN
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NATIONAL PARK GATEWAY STABLES
Site Boundary (75 +/- acres)
Project Area (21.8 acres)
Multi-Family Residential RM Zoning (2022)
Scale: 1” = 400’
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A A
FALL RIVER VISITOR CENTER
B
B
ASPENGLEN CAMPGROUND
C
C
O’CONNOR PAVILION
D
D
FALL RIVER
E
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HARMONY FOUNDATION
F
F
ESTES VALLEY MEMORIAL GARDENS
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SITE, PROJECT AREA & ZONING PROJECT OVERVIEW & SITE PLAN
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This 75-acre parcel of land has multiple structures including the Fall River Hydroplant
museum, picnic shelter, several storage buildings, and houses. These houses are currently
used for transitional and long-term housing opportunities for Town employees.
REPURPOSE TO EPHA LEASING BUILDING
FISH HATCHERY BUILDING
FALL RIVER HYDROPLANT/MUSEUM -
CONTRIBUTING
NATIONAL REGISTER OF HISTORIC PLACES
Site Boundary
Buildings to be removed from site (potentially)
Buildings to stay on site (potentially)
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ED
A
OPERATOR’S COTTAGE #1 - CONTRIBUTING
B
OPERATOR’S COTTAGE #2 - NON-CONTRIBUTING
C
D
F
E
F
F
F
A B
C
Scale: 1” = 400’GATEKEEPER’S COTTAGE
D
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EXISTING BUILDINGS
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PROJECT OVERVIEW & SITE PLAN
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Downtown Estes Park is approx. 4.5 miles east of the site, a 9-minute drive,
and 20 minutes by bike. A free shuttle bus (the Gold Route) operates daily
from May to October.
FALL RIVER
VISITOR CENTER
McGREGOR
MTN LODGE
FISH HATCHERY ROAD
Existing Multi-Use Trail
MULTI-USE TR
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MULTI-USE TRAIL TO
ASPENGLEN CAMPGROUND
SITE ACCESS POINTS FROM US 34
Vehicular Site Access Points
Scale: 1” = 400’
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RIVERS
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Construction downtown may aect parking
areas and availability. For updates, please visit
DowntownEstesLoop.com/Project-Updates
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9 am – 9 pm
MAY 24 - OCTOBER 20: DAILY
THE TROLLEY
TRAVELS
ALONG THE
ROUTE AS
TRAFFIC
ALLOWS.
APPROX.
EVERY 20–30
MINUTES
9 am — 9 pm
E. RIVERSIDE & ROCKWELL
9 am – 9 pm
JUL 1 - SEPT 2: DAILY
JUL 1 - SEPT 2: DAILY
JUL 1 - SEPT 2: DAILY
JUL 1 - SEPT 2: DAILY
SEPT 7 - SEPT 29: SAT & SUN
SEPT 7 - SEPT 29: SAT & SUN
SEPT 7 - SEPT 29: SAT & SUN
SEPT 7 - SEPT 29: SAT & SUN
9 am – 9 pm
WAPITI PUB/NICKY'S :22 :52
:32
:11 :41
:46
:18 :48
:19 :49
:20 :50
:21 :51
:05 :35STANLEY HOME
EAST RIVERSIDE & ROCKWELL STREET :39
RIDGELINE HOTEL (HOLIDAY INN)
:31
:40
9 am – 9 pm
RIVER
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ROCKWELL ST.
Construction downtown may aect parking
areas and availability. For updates, please visit
DowntownEstesLoop.com/Project-Updates
1
9 am – 9 pm
MAY 24 - OCTOBER 20: DAILY
THE TROLLEY
TRAVELS
ALONG THE
ROUTE AS
TRAFFIC
ALLOWS.
APPROX.
EVERY 20–30
MINUTES
9 am — 9 pm
E. RIVERSIDE & ROCKWELL
9 am – 9 pm
JUL 1 - SEPT 2: DAILY SEPT 7 - SEPT 29: SAT & SUN
9 am – 9 pm
WAPITI PUB/NICKY'S :22 :52
:32
:11 :41
:46
:18 :48
:19 :49
:20 :50
:21 :51
:05 :35STANLEY HOME
9 am – 9 pm
ESTES PARK SHUTTLE MAP
Site Boundary
US 34
Estes Park Shuttle Gold Route
Estes Park Shuttle Stop
to Downtown Estes Park
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Pedestrian Site Access Points
TRANSPORTATION PROJECT OVERVIEW & SITE PLAN
A traffic study analyzed intersection performance
at key intersections with Fall River Road.
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FALL RIVER
VISITOR CENTER
McGREGOR
MTN LODGE
FISH HATCHERY ROADMULTI-USE TR
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DOWNTOWN
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MULTI-USE TRAIL TO
ASPENGLEN CAMPGROUND
Scale: 1” = 400’
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A traffic study analyzed intersection performance
at key intersections with Fall River Road.
to Downtown Estes Park
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US 34 INTERSECTION ANALYSIS
#1
#2
SITE ACCESS POINTS FROM HWY 34
#1
#2
PROJECT OVERVIEW & SITE PLAN
#1
#1
#2
Existing Multi-Use Trail
Vehicular Site Access Points
Site Boundary
US 34
Estes Park Shuttle Gold Route
Estes Park Shuttle Stop
Pedestrian Path
Pedestrian Site Access Points
SITE ACCESS POINTS FROM US 34
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PREVIOUS DEVELOPER PLAN FROM 2022 *not the current proposal PROJECT OVERVIEW & SITE PLAN
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FISH HATCHERY RD
FALL RIVER
FALL RIVER RD
The gradation of density across the site intends to address the
existing adjacent features. Higher density is discreetly tucked into
the hillside with apartments concealed at the center of the site
and townhomes, duplexes and single family homes addressing the
water’s edge and eastern lot line.
A system of green courts abut the river’s edge
contributing to the network of trails and open space
and allowing all community members access to the
site’s natural amenities.
Existing wetlands are scattered about the
property. The street and block layout is
organized to avoid the ecologically rich
areas while allowing homes to face onto
them with appropriate setbacks.
Existing trees are preserved throughout the site. The general
landscaping for the site is natural and aims to preserve existing
vegetation. Areas that have lawn will be limited to select common
outdoor spaces such as green courts and the central park.
The site plan is organized to work with the steeply sloping
topography with a system of streets, alleys and open spaces.
Building types offer a diversity of housing options, tucking into
hillsides, stepping with grade, and offering outdoor amenities on
flatter lots.
Double-loaded corridor apartments are at the northwest and southeast corners of
this block. These two-story structures have parking concealed at the interior of the
block under the building and in the parking pool.
Uphill 1-car garage townhomes are built into the
hillside along the northern hillside of the property.
Historic Fall River
Hydroplant
O’Connor Pavilion
A cul-de-sac at the
eastern edge of the
property is surrounded
by single family homes.
FISH HATCHERY RD
The majority of the neighborhood has homes that are rear-loaded
with front porches that prioritize neighborly interactions.
Streets are designed with detached sidewalks and parking on one
side.
Neighborhood access to the river will be
limited to specific areas. Native vegetation
and habitat will be preserved along the
entirety of both northern and southern banks.
Visitors to the museum have access to parking at the looping road in
front of the museum. When entering from the western access to the
site off of Fall River Road, visitors will be greeted by a pocket park
with the terminated view that highlights a neighborhood pavilion
and provides access to the edge of Fall River.
The multi-use path veers off of Fish
Hatchery Road and swings close to the river
near the museum. It is designed to avoid
pedestrian-vehicle conflict and to highlight
the museum.
A neighborhood park is central to the site. It
provides outdoor space for residents and is
large enough to throw a frisbee or kick a ball.
The southern edge of the park is defined by
the multi-use path and buffered by native the
vegetation of the nearby wetlands.
Stanley Hotel
Landmark District
Boundary
Stormwater
detention is
located at low
points of the site.
Pedestrian access from the neighborhood to the Visitor Center
and other facilities at the plaza will extend from the sidewalk
system on Fish Hatchery Road to the northwest.
Scale: 1” = 200’
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LEGEND # OF
UNITS
Existing Structures
Backyard Single Family Home 5
Attached Garage Single Family Home 2
Backyard Duplex 4
Attached Garage Duplex 6
Backyard Townhome 6
Attached Garage Townhome 4
Compact Townhome 8
Uphill 1-Car Garage Townhome 22
4-Unit Walk-Up Apartment 36
Apartment 27
TOTAL NUMBER OF UNITS 120
Site Boundary
Multi-Use Path
Sidewalks & Trails
SITE PLAN - FIRST DRAFT PROJECT OVERVIEW & SITE PLAN
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FISH HATCHERY RD
FALL RIVER
FALL RIVER RD
The gradation of density across the site intends to address the
existing adjacent features. Higher density is discreetly tucked into
the hillside with apartments concealed at the center of the site
and townhomes, duplexes and single family homes addressing the
water’s edge and eastern lot line.
A system of green courts abut the river’s edge
contributing to the network of trails and open space
and allowing all community members access to the
site’s natural amenities.
Existing wetlands are scattered about the
property. The street and block layout is
organized to avoid the ecologically rich
areas while allowing homes to face onto
them with appropriate setbacks.
Existing trees are preserved throughout the site. The general
landscaping for the site is natural and aims to preserve existing
vegetation. Areas that have lawn will be limited to select common
outdoor spaces such as green courts and the central park.
The site plan is organized to work with the steeply sloping
topography with a system of streets, alleys and open spaces.
Building types offer a diversity of housing options, tucking into
hillsides, stepping with grade, and offering outdoor amenities on
flatter lots.
Double-loaded corridor apartments are at the northwest and southeast corners of
this block. These two-story structures have parking concealed at the interior of the
block under the building and in the parking pool.
Uphill 1-car garage townhomes are built into the
hillside along the northern hillside of the property.
Historic Fall River
Hydroplant
O’Connor Pavilion
A cul-de-sac at the
eastern edge of the
property is surrounded
by single family homes.
FISH HATCHERY RD
The majority of the neighborhood has homes that are rear-loaded
with front porches that prioritize neighborly interactions.
Streets are designed with detached sidewalks and parking on one
side.
Neighborhood access to the river will be
limited to specific areas. Native vegetation
and habitat will be preserved along the
entirety of both northern and southern banks.
Visitors to the museum have access to parking at the looping road in
front of the museum. When entering from the western access to the
site off of Fall River Road, visitors will be greeted by a pocket park
with the terminated view that highlights a neighborhood pavilion
and provides access to the edge of Fall River.
The multi-use path veers off of Fish
Hatchery Road and swings close to the river
near the museum. It is designed to avoid
pedestrian-vehicle conflict and to highlight
the museum.
A neighborhood park is central to the site. It
provides outdoor space for residents and is
large enough to throw a frisbee or kick a ball.
The southern edge of the park is defined by
the multi-use path and buffered by native the
vegetation of the nearby wetlands.
Stanley Hotel
Landmark District
Boundary
Stormwater
detention is
located at low
points of the site.
Pedestrian access from the neighborhood to the Visitor Center
and other facilities at the plaza will extend from the sidewalk
system on Fish Hatchery Road to the northwest.
Scale: 1” = 200’
N
LEGEND # OF
UNITS
Existing Structures
Backyard Single Family Home 5
Attached Garage Single Family Home 2
Backyard Duplex 4
Attached Garage Duplex 6
Backyard Townhome 6
Attached Garage Townhome 4
Compact Townhome 8
Uphill 1-Car Garage Townhome 22
4-Unit Walk-Up Apartment 36
Apartment 27
TOTAL NUMBER OF UNITS 120
Site Boundary
Multi-Use Path
Sidewalks & Trails
SITE PLAN - FIRST DRAFT PROJECT OVERVIEW & SITE PLAN
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FISH HATCHERY RD
The gradation of density across the site intends to address the
existing adjacent features. Higher density is discreetly tucked into
the hillside with apartments concealed at the center of the site
and townhomes, duplexes and single family homes addressing the
water’s edge and eastern lot line.
A system of green courts abut the river’s edge
contributing to the network of trails and open space
and allowing all community members access to the
site’s natural amenities.
Existing wetlands are scattered about the
property. The street and block layout is
organized to avoid the ecologically rich
areas while allowing homes to face onto
them with appropriate setbacks.
Existing trees are preserved throughout the site. The general
landscaping for the site is natural and aims to preserve existing
vegetation. Areas that have lawn will be limited to select common
outdoor spaces such as green courts and the neighborhood park.
The site plan is organized to work with the steeply sloping
topography with a system of streets, alleys and open spaces.
Building types offer a diversity of housing options, tucking into
hillsides, stepping with grade, and offering outdoor amenities on
flatter lots.
Walk-up apartments are at the center of the neighborhood plan. These
two-story structures have parking concealed at the interior of the block
and front onto a courtyard.
Uphill 1-car garage townhomes are built into the
hillside along the northern hillside of the property.
The existing building shall be renovated and
serve as the leasing office for Estes Park
Housing Authority.
Historic Fall River
Hydroplant
O’Connor Pavilion
A cul-de-sac at the
eastern edge of the
property is surrounded
by single family homes.
The majority of the neighborhood has homes that are rear-loaded
with front porches that prioritize neighborly interactions.
Streets are designed with detached sidewalks and parking on one
side.
Neighborhood access to the river
will be limited to specific areas.
Native vegetation and habitat will
be preserved along the entirety
of both northern and southern
banks.
A linear green court is open to the public and provides
outdoor space for all residents. It connects to a pavilion
that is set amongst the native habitat along Fall River.
Visitors to the museum have access to parking at the looping road in
front of the museum. When entering from the western access to the site
off of Fall River Road, visitors will be greeted by a community-oriented
building and neighborhood park with the terminated view that highlights
a neighborhood pavilion and provides access to the edge of Fall River.
The multi-use path veers off of Fish Hatchery
Road and swings close to the river near the
museum. It is designed to avoid pedestrian-
vehicle conflict and to highlight the museum.
A neighborhood park is central to the site. It
provides outdoor space for residents and is
large enough to throw a frisbee or kick a ball.
The southern edge of the park is defined by
the multi-use path and buffered by native the
vegetation of the nearby wetlands.
Stanley Hotel
Landmark District
Boundary
Stormwater
detention is
located at low
points of the site.
Potential
emergency
services and
evacuation
access may
provide restricted
connectivity for
emergencies.
Pedestrian access from the neighborhood to the
Visitor Center and other facilities at the plaza
will extend from the sidewalk system on Fish
Hatchery Road to the northwest.
Scale: 1” = 200’
N
LEGEND # OF
UNITS
Existing Structures
Backyard Single Family Home 24
Attached Garage Duplex 8
Attached Garage Townhome 19
Uphill 1-Car Garage Townhome 20
4-Unit Walk-Up Apartment 32
Non-Residential 1
TOTAL NUMBER OF UNITS 103
Site Boundary
Multi-Use Path
Sidewalks & Trails
SITE PLAN - CURRENT DRAFT PROJECT OVERVIEW & SITE PLAN
FALL RIVER
FALL RIVER RD
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FISH HATCHERY RD
The gradation of density across the site intends to address the
existing adjacent features. Higher density is discreetly tucked into
the hillside with apartments concealed at the center of the site
and townhomes, duplexes and single family homes addressing the
water’s edge and eastern lot line.
A system of green courts abut the river’s edge
contributing to the network of trails and open space
and allowing all community members access to the
site’s natural amenities.
Existing wetlands are scattered about the
property. The street and block layout is
organized to avoid the ecologically rich
areas while allowing homes to face onto
them with appropriate setbacks.
Existing trees are preserved throughout the site. The general
landscaping for the site is natural and aims to preserve existing
vegetation. Areas that have lawn will be limited to select common
outdoor spaces such as green courts and the neighborhood park.
The site plan is organized to work with the steeply sloping
topography with a system of streets, alleys and open spaces.
Building types offer a diversity of housing options, tucking into
hillsides, stepping with grade, and offering outdoor amenities on
flatter lots.
Walk-up apartments are at the center of the neighborhood plan. These
two-story structures have parking concealed at the interior of the block
and front onto a courtyard.
Uphill 1-car garage townhomes are built into the
hillside along the northern hillside of the property.
The existing building shall be renovated and
serve as the leasing office for Estes Park
Housing Authority.
Historic Fall River
Hydroplant
O’Connor Pavilion
A cul-de-sac at the
eastern edge of the
property is surrounded
by single family homes.
The majority of the neighborhood has homes that are rear-loaded
with front porches that prioritize neighborly interactions.
Streets are designed with detached sidewalks and parking on one
side.
Neighborhood access to the river
will be limited to specific areas.
Native vegetation and habitat will
be preserved along the entirety
of both northern and southern
banks.
A linear green court is open to the public and provides
outdoor space for all residents. It connects to a pavilion
that is set amongst the native habitat along Fall River.
Visitors to the museum have access to parking at the looping road in
front of the museum. When entering from the western access to the site
off of Fall River Road, visitors will be greeted by a community-oriented
building and neighborhood park with the terminated view that highlights
a neighborhood pavilion and provides access to the edge of Fall River.
The multi-use path veers off of Fish Hatchery
Road and swings close to the river near the
museum. It is designed to avoid pedestrian-
vehicle conflict and to highlight the museum.
A neighborhood park is central to the site. It
provides outdoor space for residents and is
large enough to throw a frisbee or kick a ball.
The southern edge of the park is defined by
the multi-use path and buffered by native the
vegetation of the nearby wetlands.
Stanley Hotel
Landmark District
Boundary
Stormwater
detention is
located at low
points of the site.
Potential
emergency
services and
evacuation
access may
provide restricted
connectivity for
emergencies.
Pedestrian access from the neighborhood to the
Visitor Center and other facilities at the plaza
will extend from the sidewalk system on Fish
Hatchery Road to the northwest.
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LEGEND # OF
UNITS
Existing Structures
Backyard Single Family Home 24
Attached Garage Duplex 8
Attached Garage Townhome 19
Uphill 1-Car Garage Townhome 20
4-Unit Walk-Up Apartment 32
Non-Residential 1
TOTAL NUMBER OF UNITS 103
Site Boundary
Multi-Use Path
Sidewalks & Trails
SITE PLAN - CURRENT DRAFT PROJECT OVERVIEW & SITE PLAN
FALL RIVER
FALL RIVER RD
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LEGEND # OF
UNITS
Existing Structures
Backyard Single Family Home 24
Attached Garage Duplex 8
Attached Garage Townhome 19
Uphill 1-Car Garage Townhome 20
4-Unit Walk-Up Apartment 32
Non-Residential 1
TOTAL NUMBER OF UNITS 103
Site Boundary
Multi-Use Path
Sidewalks & Trails
SITE PLAN - BUILDING STYLES
RP
PROJECT OVERVIEW & SITE PLAN
FALL RIVER
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PROJECT OVERVIEW & SITE PLAN
RIVER AND WETLAND SETBACKS
FEMA Floodzone Floodway
FEMA Floodzone AE
Wetland
Wetland setback (50’)
Wetland setback (37.5’)
Site Boundary
Rezoned Area
FALL RIVER RD
FALL RIVER
FISH HATCHERY RD
This diagram shows all existing wetlands and floodplains on site including those that are naturally occurring along Fall River, and
some man-made features from the historic fish hatchery. The standard 50’ setback is shown around all wetland areas as well as
a potential 37.5’ setback that may be considered in some instances. The design team is currently working through
conflicts between the proposed site plan and wetland setback
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LANDSCAPE ZONES & PEDESTRIAN CIRCULATION
LANDSCAPE ZONES AREA
Parks 0.41 AC
Green Courts 0.56 AC
Private / Semi-private 2.75 AC
Naturalized Open Space 0.15 AC
Existing Native Landscape n/a
Existing Riparian Landscape n/a
Existing Open Space n/a
Wetland n/a
Drainage Basin n/a
Activity Node
Wayfinding Node
PARKS + PRIVATE / SEMI-PRIVATE TOTAL AREA 4.75 AC
Site Boundary
Rezoned Area
Multi-Use Path (10’ width)
Sidewalk (5’-8’ width)
Soft Surface Trail
FALL RIVER RD
FALL RIVER
HISTORIC FALL RIVER
HYDROPLANT
O’CONNOR
PAVILION
FALL RIVER
VISITOR CENTER
FISH HATCHERY RD
This diagram illustrates the site’s various landscape uses, open space areas, and pedestrian circulation and connectivity. A large
part of the site will remain undisturbed or minimally impacted native landscape. The site plan aims to concentrate development
in areas that have already been disturbed. Most units face out onto common green courts and there is a community park within
a 10-minute walk from any unit on site ensuring that all residents have easy access to outdoor amenities. Access to the river is
defined and controlled to key locations in order to reduce the impact on the riparian corridor yet allow residents the benefit of
access to nature. Activity nodes represent amenities ranging from a park bench to a larger gathering area such as a playground
and picnic shelter. A hierarchy of pedestrian circulation, including the multi-use path, sidewalks, and soft-surface trails connect
common areas and amenities, and extend out from the site boundaries to connect to the adjacent neighborhood and National Park.
PROJECT OVERVIEW & SITE PLAN
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PROJECT OVERVIEW & SITE PLANCONCEPTUAL LANDSCAPE DESIGN - ENLARGEMENT PLAN
KEY MAP:
Existing
Wetland Existing
Wetland
Naturalized
Open
SpaceCommunity
Park
Green
Court
Daycare
Fall River
Fish Hatchery Rd
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PROJECT OVERVIEW & SITE PLANCONCEPTUAL LANDSCAPE DESIGN - LOOK & FEEL
NATURALIZED OPEN SPACE:
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GREEN COURT:
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60’ ROW - 1 SIDEWALK,
1 MULTI-USE PATH
55’ ROW - 2 SIDEWALKS
THOROUGHFARE PLAN
MULTI-USE PATH
FALL RIVER
FALL RIVER RD
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50’ ROW - 1 SIDEWALK 26’ FIRE ACCESS ALLEY
20’ ALLEY
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(IN FEET)1 inch = 60 ft.
Existing sanitary sewer
to be removed or
abandoned in place
Proposed sanitary
sewer alignment
Existing sanitary
sewer to remain
Proposed water main
extension from
McGregor Tank
(main loop)
Proposed water main
tie-in to existing main
Summary_of_Conceptual_Design
- Water: McGregor tank will be utilized for water supply. A water main extension from the existing 8" water tank main line
will be required to service the site. The water main will loop back into the existing system at the lower elevation in the
southeastern corner of the site, within Fish Hatchery Rd.
- Sanitary: partial rerouting is planned to follow proposed roads and to improve a low-slope section towards the eastern
portion of the site partially traversing the old Fish Hatchery pond. Ground cover will be critical to maintain in areas south
(downslope) of existing sanitary main.
- Shallow utitilies: intended to generally follow existing and proposed right-of-ways.
- Grading and Drainage: proposed development areas and slopes are generally favorable for mountainous terrain. Steep
slope areas are generally avoided, though localized walls may be needed in some areas. Water quality ponds and/or other
stormwater infrastructure will be utilized to treat stormwater runoff before discharge to Fall River.
- Land Surveying: boundary work is in progress, wetlands flagging has been surveyed and is shown on this plan. Base map
information and LIDR survey data shown on this map were provided by Landmark Engineering, issued May 16, 2023.
There is an error in the ALTA's depiction of the National Park Service road deed (as recorded in 1924). We have confirmed
this error through our work and have reviewed with the NPS's surveyor, and have mutually agreed to recreate the road as
necessary based on the existing location. This includes the realignment of the westernmost portion of Fish Hatchery Road.
Conceptual Site Plan
Neighborhood Meeting - 3/26/25
Water notes:
ll water calculations to be confirmed through further analysis, including water system
modeling, hydrant flow testing, and final water supply calculations. Areas below 40-50 psi
will need an in-depth analysis of fire flow conditions. There may be limitations of product
type that can be constructed in this zone due to fire flow constraints. A maximum of 1,500
GPM during fire flow conditions is being used as the basis for design. The proposed
system will not support greater fire flow demands without additional upgrades. Water
systems specialist Aquaworks has been contracted to provide detailed analysis and
recommendations. MEP engineer shall review code compliance and specify pump/
pressure tank systems for domestic supply. Fire Protection engineer shall review code
compliance and specify fire protection systems for each structure as required by code.
40 psi calculated minimum
pressure available in this
development area east of the
proposed water main extension
Existing 2" PE water
line to be removed
NOT TO SCALE
UTILITY PLAN PROJECT OVERVIEW & SITE PLAN
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FISH HATCHERY RD
The gradation of density across the site intends to address the
existing adjacent features. Higher density is discreetly tucked into
the hillside with apartments concealed at the center of the site
and townhomes, duplexes and single family homes addressing the
water’s edge and eastern lot line.
A system of green courts abut the river’s edge
contributing to the network of trails and open space
and allowing all community members access to the
site’s natural amenities.
Existing wetlands are scattered about the
property. The street and block layout is
organized to avoid the ecologically rich
areas while allowing homes to face onto
them with appropriate setbacks.
Existing trees are preserved throughout the site. The general
landscaping for the site is natural and aims to preserve existing
vegetation. Areas that have lawn will be limited to select common
outdoor spaces such as green courts and the neighborhood park.
The site plan is organized to work with the steeply sloping
topography with a system of streets, alleys and open spaces.
Building types offer a diversity of housing options, tucking into
hillsides, stepping with grade, and offering outdoor amenities on
flatter lots.
Walk-up apartments are at the center of the neighborhood plan. These
two-story structures have parking concealed at the interior of the block
and front onto a courtyard.
Uphill 1-car garage townhomes are built into the
hillside along the northern hillside of the property.
The existing building shall be renovated and
serve as the leasing office for Estes Park
Housing Authority.
Historic Fall River
Hydroplant
O’Connor Pavilion
A cul-de-sac at the
eastern edge of the
property is surrounded
by single family homes.
The majority of the neighborhood has homes that are rear-loaded
with front porches that prioritize neighborly interactions.
Streets are designed with detached sidewalks and parking on one
side.
Neighborhood access to the river
will be limited to specific areas.
Native vegetation and habitat will
be preserved along the entirety
of both northern and southern
banks.
A linear green court is open to the public and provides
outdoor space for all residents. It connects to a pavilion
that is set amongst the native habitat along Fall River.
Visitors to the museum have access to parking at the looping road in
front of the museum. When entering from the western access to the site
off of Fall River Road, visitors will be greeted by a community-oriented
building and neighborhood park with the terminated view that highlights
a neighborhood pavilion and provides access to the edge of Fall River.
The multi-use path veers off of Fish Hatchery
Road and swings close to the river near the
museum. It is designed to avoid pedestrian-
vehicle conflict and to highlight the museum.
A neighborhood park is central to the site. It
provides outdoor space for residents and is
large enough to throw a frisbee or kick a ball.
The southern edge of the park is defined by
the multi-use path and buffered by native the
vegetation of the nearby wetlands.
Stanley Hotel
Landmark District
Boundary
Stormwater
detention is
located at low
points of the site.
Potential
emergency
services and
evacuation
access may
provide restricted
connectivity for
emergencies.
Pedestrian access from the neighborhood to the
Visitor Center and other facilities at the plaza
will extend from the sidewalk system on Fish
Hatchery Road to the northwest.
Scale: 1” = 200’
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LEGEND # OF
UNITS
Existing Structures
Backyard Single Family Home 24
Attached Garage Duplex 8
Attached Garage Townhome 19
Uphill 1-Car Garage Townhome 20
4-Unit Walk-Up Apartment 32
Non-Residential 1
TOTAL NUMBER OF UNITS 103
Site Boundary
Multi-Use Path
Sidewalks & Trails
SITE PLAN - CURRENT DRAFT PROJECT OVERVIEW & SITE PLAN
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RENTAL RATES & THEIR IMPACT OBJECTIVES OF THE PROJECT
TARGETED RENTS RENT COMPARISON
1 BEDROOM 2 BEDROOM # OF
BEDROOMS
PROSPECTOR
APARTMENTS
50% AMI
AVERAGE
$668 $802 1 BR $1,975 $1,114
$891 $1,070 2 BR $2,243 $1,337
$1,114 $1,337 3 BR $2,585 $1,545
$1,337 $1,605
IMPACT ON THE WORKFORCE
# OF BEDROOMS MONTHLY
SAVINGS
ANNUAL
SAVINGS
AFTER TAX
(17.5% TAX RATE)
% OF AFTER TAX
INCOME
1 BR $861 $10,332 $34,320 30%
2 BR $906 $10,866 $41,184 26%
3 BR $1,040 $12,480 $48,048 26%
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ESTES VALLEY HOUSING NEEDS ASSESSMENT & STRATEGIC PLAN
Housing
Terms &
Definitions
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2024/2025 Area Median Income and Rent Limits
for Larimer County:
AMI %
1-Person 2-Person Hourly Wage
1-Person
Hourly Wage
2-Person (Each)
150% $124,800 $142,650 $60 $34.29
120% $99,840 $114,120 $48 $27.43
100% $83,200 $95,100 $40 $22.86
80%$66,560 $76,080 $32 $18.29
60%$49,920 $57,060 $24 $13.72
40%$33,280 $38,040 $16 $9.14
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