HomeMy WebLinkAboutPACKET Estes Park Planning Commission 2021-10-19
PLANNING COMMISSION – TOWN OF ESTES PARK
TO BE HELD VIRTUALLY
Tuesday, October 19, 2021
1:30 p.m.
Estes Park, CO 80517
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NOTE: The Planning Commission reserves the right to consider other appropriate items not available at the time the agenda
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AGENDA
PLANNING COMMISSION – TOWN OF ESTES PARK
Tuesday, October 19, 2021
1:30 p.m.
1. AGENDA APPROVAL
2. PUBLIC COMMENT. (Please state your name and address).
3. CONSENT AGENDA:
1. Planning Commission Minutes dated September 21, 2021
4. DISCUSSION ITEMS
1. Code Amendment ADU Planner II Bergeron
2. Code Amendment RM-2 Director Garner
3. Code Amendment RE-1 removal Director Garner
4. Comprehensive Plan Director Garner
5. REPORTS Director Garner
6. ADJOURN
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Town of Estes Park, Larimer County, Colorado, September 21, 2021
Minutes of a Regular meeting of the ESTES PARK PLANNING
COMMISSION of the Town of Estes Park, Larimer County, Colorado.
Meeting held VIRTUALLY in said Town of Estes Park on the 21 day of
September 2021.
Committee: Chair Matt Comstock, Vice-Chair Matthew Heiser,
Commissioners Joe Elkins, Howard Hanson, Janene
Centurione.
Attending: Chair Comstock, Vice-Chair Heiser, Commissioner
Centurione, Commissioner Elkins, Commissioner Hanson,
Director Randy Hunt, Director Jessica Garner, Senior Planner
Jeff Woeber, Planner II Alex Bergeron, Planning Technician
Charlie Rugaber, Recording Secretary Karin Swanlund,
Attorney Dan Kramer, Town Board Liaison Barbara
MacAlpine
Absent: none
Chair Comstock called the meeting to order at 1:30 p.m. Also attending were Logan
Graves and Mike Scholl, Ayres Associates consultants, and Brandon Ditman,
Telecommunications Special Counsel.
AGENDA APPROVAL
It was moved and seconded (Heiser/Centurione) to approve the agenda. The motion
passed 5-0.
PUBLIC COMMENT.
None
CONSENT AGENDA APPROVAL
It was moved and seconded (Hanson/Heiser) to approve the consent agenda, pulling
the Bylaws off the consent agenda and moving to an action item. The motion
passed 5-0.
ACTION ITEMS
1.Senior Planner Woeber explained that the proposed amendment to the Estes Park
Development Code (EPDC) primarily adopts a new Wireless Cell Facility (WCF)
Chapter. The amendment deletes the existing wireless section within Chapter 5 of the
EPDC and adds Chapter 14. To ensure consistency with the proposed new
WCF chapter, other Code sections require revision as well. WCF regulations
generally apply to facilities that involve “personal wireless services.”
Cellular/mobile (“cell phone”) providers construct and erect most of thesedraft4
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facilities, including antennas, base stations, support equipment, alternative tower
structures, and Towers. Section 14.1 gives a general overview of the code
amendment. The staff report was thoroughly reviewed.
The author of the WCF report, Attorney Brandon Ditman, explained what went
into rewriting the code amendment, much of which was required by state and
federal law. Town Attorney Kramer noted that it is vital to get these regulations in
place as soon as possible, as the current Larimer County regulations are no
longer in use.
Discussion: Any requirements in table 14.5.a can be waived as inapplicable.
Discretionary items are designed to go to the Planning Commission and Town
Board. Specific facilities, which can’t be denied, will be a staff-level review.
Federal law gives the provider the ability to provide service; thus, all zoning
districts are viable. Incentivising non-residential deployment is encouraged.
CDOT has authority in their right’s of way and preempts the local land-use
authority.
Public Comment:
Andrew Cole, Verizon Employee, stated that Verizon makes its facilities available
for colocation. Most jurisdictions prefer concealment over colocations due to
sizing for small cells in the right of way. Verizon agrees with the need to update
the Code and is in favor of this amendment.
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It was moved and seconded (Hanson/Heiser) to recommend that the Estes Park
Town Board of Trustees APPROVE the code amendment to the Estes Park
Development Code as presented in Exhibit A as recommended by staff with
findings as recommended by staff. The motion passed 5-0.
2.Bylaws Update: Director Garner recommended modification of the language,
making the annual election of officers in April.
It was moved and seconded (Hanson/Centurione) to recommend approval to the
Town Board of Trustees, the bylaws as rewritten in section 4.b., elections. The
motion passed 5-0.
DISCUSSION ITEMS
1.Planner II Bergeron continued his discussion on Accessory Dwelling Units and
proposed changes. After analyzing data, the total number of parcels allowing
ADU’s would be around 59% in terms of minium lot size only. Considerable
discussion on the allowance of home occupations and parking related to ADU’s
was had. The development code does not allow tiny homes. A public Q & A
session will take place via Zoom on October 6 at 5:30 p.m.
2.Logan Graves, Ayres Associates, reviewed the research done on regulatory
incentives to create more opportunities for homeownership for more households
in more parts of Estes Park. In looking for strategies to increase attainabledraft5
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housing supply, staff identified creating a new density bonus zone district as
one viable solution, RM-2. This zoning district would increase general housing
production and incentivize attainable housing development. Vice-Chair Heiser
suggested simplifying it to workforce housing, Commissioner Centurione
suggested “co-housing” units with a shared kitchen.
3. Director Hunt reviewed the RE-1 Zoning District, explaining that it is a residential
zoning district that requires a 10-acre minimum lot size. There are only three
parcels zoned RE-1, and all three are easily shifted to other suitable zoning
districts. Eliminating the RE-1 District could be considered “housekeeping” or
decluttering our Code. It was stated that fundamentally, in an environment where
attainable and workforce housing is a critical need, it is hard to see how a 10-
acre lot, single-family-only zoning district plays a role in the Town of Estes Park.
Our Town and vicinity have no shortage of sizeable single-family houses on large
individual lots -i.e., unattainable housing for most citizens or families. The
Commission requested this item be brought to the October meeting.
REPORTS:
Director Hunt displayed the new CompPac logo and asked the Commission their
thoughts on having one Comprehensive Plan or two (jointly with Larimer County).
Operating as a community with one document had the most support.
Phase II of the Comp Plan, public outreach and input, will be happening in the coming
months.
This meeting was the last for retiring Director Hunt and outgoing Planning Technician
Charlie Rugaber.
There being no further business, Chair Comstock adjourned the meeting at 4:25 p.m.
Matt Comstock, Chair
Karin Swanlund, Recording Secretary
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§ 5.2 ‐ ACCESSORY USES (INCLUDING HOME OCCUPATIONS) AND ACCESSORY STRUCTURES
A. General Standards.
1. Permitted principal uses and approved special review principal uses shall be deemed to
include the accessory uses, structures and activities as set forth in this Section, unless
specifically prohibited.
2. See also §13.2, "Use Classifications," wherein incidental or accessory uses are sometimes
included in the description of a specific principal use. When a use classification or specific use
type definition in §13.2 does include permitted accessory or incidental uses, such accessory or
incidental uses shall be subject to the general standards set forth in this Section, as well as any
use‐specific standards set forth in §5.1 or this Section.
3. All accessory uses, structures and activities shall be subject to the general, dimensional,
operational and use‐specific regulations set forth in this Section, in addition to the same
regulations that apply to principal uses in each district. In the case of any conflict between the
accessory use/structure standards of this Section and any other requirement of this Code, the
standards of this Section shall control.
4. All accessory uses and structures shall comply with the following conditions:
a. The accessory use or structure shall be clearly incidental and customarily found in
connection with the principal use; and
b. The accessory use or structure shall be conducted and/or located on the same zoning
lot as the principal use; and
c. There shall be unity of ownership between the principal use and the accessory use.
(Ord. 15‐03 #1; Ord. 08‐16 § 1, Exh. A)
B. Accessory Uses/Structures Permitted in the Residential Zoning Districts.
1. Table of Permitted Accessory Uses and Structures.
a. Listed Accessory Uses/Structures. Table 5‐1 below sets forth what types of accessory
uses and structures are permitted in which residential zones. If a specific accessory use
or structure is permitted in a residential zoning district, the column underneath the
zoning district will be marked with a "Yes." If the accessory use or structure is not
permitted in a particular zoning district, the column will be marked with a "No." If there
is a reference contained in the column entitled "additional requirements," please refer
to the cited section(s) for additional standards that shall apply to the specific accessory
use.
b. Unlisted Accessory Uses or Structures. If an accessory use or structure is not listed in
Table 5‐1 but satisfies all the conditions set forth in §5.2.A.4 above, it may be permitted
subject to compliance with the general, dimensional and operational standards set forth
in this Section.
Table 5‐1
Accessory Uses and Structures Permitted in the Residential Zoning Districts
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(Ord. 18‐01 §18; Ord. 15‐03 §1; Ord 6‐06 §1; Ord. 03‐10 §1; Ord. 05‐10 §1; Ord. 21‐10 §1; Ord. 19‐11 §1;
Ord. 08‐17 §1; Ord. 20‐18 §1(Exh. A))
2. Additional Requirements for Specific Accessory Uses/Structures Permitted in the
Residential Zoning Districts.
a. Accessory Dwelling Units.
(1) Where Permitted. Accessory dwellings shall consist of either living quarters
integrated within the principal single‐family detached dwelling structure on the
lot or with a detached accessory structure on the same lot as the principal
dwelling. Mobile homes, recreational vehicles and travel trailers shall not be
used as accessory dwelling units.
(2) Size of Accessory Unit. No accessory dwellings shall exceed forty‐ninethirty‐
three percent (4933%) of the size of the habitable floor area of the principal
dwelling unit or eight hundred (800) square feet, whichever is less. An accessory
dwelling unit shallmay contain private sanitary facilities with hot and cold
running water, and cooking and food storage facilities, and a sleeping area.
(3) Limit on Tenancy. Accessory dwelling units shall not be used as short‐term
rental units or vacation homes, but may be rented for terms of 30 days or
longer.
(4) Density Calculations. Accessory dwelling units shall not count toward any
applicable maximum residential density requirement.
(5) Limit on Number. There shall not be more than one (1) accessory dwelling
unit on a lot in addition to the principal single‐family dwelling.
Accessory Use
Residential Zoning District
Additional Requirements
"Yes" = Permitted
"No" = Not Permitted
"CUP" = Conditional Use Permit
RE‐1 RE E‐1 E R R‐1 R‐2 RM
Accessory dwelling unit Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes YesNo No No §5.2.B.2.a
1.33 times minimum lot area
required Lot shall meet
minimum lot area standard of
zone district
Barns and stables Yes Yes Yes No No No No No None
(Ord. 15‐03 §1)
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(6) Maximum Occupancy. The combined total number of individuals that reside
in the principal and accessory dwelling units shall not exceed the number that is
allowed for a single household. See definition of "Household Living" in
§13.2.C.28 below.
(7) Off‐Street Parking. At least one (1) off‐street parking space shall be provided
for each bedroom located in an accessory dwelling unit.
(8) Home Occupations. Home occupations shall be prohibited on the site of an
accessory dwelling unit.
(69) Lot Area. A Llot which is the site of an accessory dwelling unit shall meet or
exceed area must be one and thirty‐three one‐hundredths (1.33) times the
minimum lot size for area of the zone district in which the lot is located.
(710) Other Regulations.
(a) A permitted accessory dwelling unit shall comply with all other
applicable site and building design, height, access and other standards
for principal dwelling units in the zoning district in which the accessory
dwelling will be located.
(b) All accessory dwelling units shall comply with local building code
requirements.
(c) Accessory dwelling units, being ancillary to and under the same
ownership as the principal dwelling unit on a lot, shall not be sold or
conveyed separate from the principal dwelling unit.
(db) In the case of any conflict between the accessory dwelling unit
standards of this Section and any other requirement of this Code, the
standards of this Section shall control.
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d. Home Occupations.
(1) Size/Area: A home occupation shall not exceed twenty percent (20%) of the
principal building floor area, excluding garage space. This size/area requirement
does not apply to family home day care.
(Ord. 15‐03 #1; Ord. 6‐06 §1)
(2) Location: Home occupations shall be integrated within the principal building
in all zoning districts that allow home occupations. Except that on lots equal to
or greater than one‐and‐one‐half (1.5) acres in size, home occupations may be
detached from the principal building.
(Ord. 15‐03 #1)
(3) Employees: No one other than a resident of the dwelling shall be employed
on site, report to work at the site or pick up supplies or products on site in the
conduct of a home occupation. This prohibition also applies to independent
contractors. Family home day care home occupations are exempt from this
requirement.
(Ord. 15‐03 #1; Ord. 6‐06 §1)
(4) Operational:
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(a) There shall be no stock‐in‐trade other than products fabricated by
artists and artisans.
(b) A home occupation shall be conducted entirely within a portion of a
building not within a required parking area. Outdoor play areas are
permitted in conjunction with family home day care. All loose play
items, such as toys and games, shall be stored inside at the close of
business each day.
(Ord. 6‐06 §1)
(c) Vehicle or equipment sales, rentals or repairs shall not be conducted
as a home occupation.
(d) Personal and professional services shall be provided on an
appointment‐only basis.
(e) No home occupation shall include a sales room open to the general
public, and no articles shall be exhibited, offered for sale or sold on the
premises except by prior appointment.
(f) There shall be no advertising of the address of the home occupation
that results in attracting persons to the premises.
(g) No kilns exceeding ten (10) cubic feet in size shall be permitted.
(h) All home occupations shall comply with the performance standards
prescribed by §7.10 of this Code. There shall be no electrical or
mechanical equipment not normally found in a residential structure.
(i) No home occupation shall be allowed that will create noise, dust,
fumes, odors, smoke, glare, vibration, electrical hazards, fire hazards or
the storage of hazardous materials or any other nuisance to a greater
degree than normally experienced in the residential district in which the
permit is granted.
(j) For home occupations on lots with shared private water systems,
written approval of the water association shall be required for home
occupations that will increase the demand on the water system.
(Ord. 6‐6 §1)
(k) Home occupations shall be prohibited on the site of a vacation home
and/or accessory dwelling unit. (See §5.1.B and §5.2.B.2.a).
(Ord. 02‐10 §1)
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f.1 Accessory kitchen.
(1) Approval of a kitchen accessory to a single‐family dwelling shall not
constitute approval of a second dwelling unit or accessory dwelling unit unless
the accessory dwelling unit fully complies with this Development Code, any and
all other relevant adopted codes, and any permitting requirements as may be
necessary.
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(2) The dwelling shall not be occupied by more than one (1) family unit, as
defined in Section 13.2.C.28 "Household Living."
(3) The dwelling shall have only one (1) address.
(4) Interior access shall be maintained to all parts of the dwelling to ensure that
an accessory dwelling unit or apartment is not created.
(5) Land Use Affidavit
(a) Accessory kitchens located in a portion of the dwelling that also
includes sanitary facilities shall require a Land Use Affidavit prepared by
the Community Development Department.
(b) The Community Development Department shall record this Land Use
Affidavit, at the applicant's expense, at the time of issuance of a building
permit.
(Ord. 03‐10 §1)
f.2 Outdoor kitchen. A single‐family dwelling may have one (1) outdoor kitchen, either
attached to the principal structure or detached, in addition to one (1) or more kitchens inside
the principal structure, provided that:
(1) An outdoor kitchen shall be a minimum of ten (10) feet from the rear lot line
and not closer to the side lot line than the required side yard setback of the
applicable district.
(2) Cooking appliances in an outdoor kitchen shall maintain a minimum distance
from combustible materials as recommended by the appliance manufacturer
and as may be required under the applicable International Fire Code (IFC).
(Ord. 08‐17 §1)
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§ 13.3 ‐ Definitions of Words, Terms and Phrases
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3. Accessory Dwelling Unit shall mean a second dwelling unit on a lot zoned for single‐family residential
use which is integrated with a single‐family detached dwelling structure or with a detached accessory
structure on the same lot as the principal dwelling which contains independent living facilities for one or
more persons, to include at minimum permanent provisions for sanitation, cooking, and sleepingthat is
located on the same lot as the single‐family detached dwelling. "Accessory Dwelling Unit" does not
include mobile homes, recreational vehicles or travel trailers.
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ACCESSORY DWELLING
UNIT (ADU)
FREQUENTLY ASKED
QUESTIONS
Revision Date: October 2021
OVERVIEW
This handout provides an overview of some
frequently asked questions (FAQs) regarding
Accessory Dwelling Units, and an active
effort by Town Staff to expand the potential
for their use in Estes Park through a staff-
initiated code amendment.
WHAT IS AN ADU?
An Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) is a
second dwelling unit integrated with a single-
family detached dwelling that is located on
the same lot as the single-family detached
dwelling. "Accessory Dwelling Unit" does not
include mobile homes, recreational vehicles
or travel trailers. “Tiny homes” are a special
kind of fixed primary dwelling, although some
detached ADUs might look similar.
AREN’T ADUS ALREADY ALLOWED?
Yes. ADUs are currently permitted as
accessory uses in most single-family
residential uses. There are currently some
restrictions on which lots may have them;
e.g. a lot must be 1.33x the minimum lot size
in order to have an ADU.
WILL THE PROPOSED CODE
AMENDMENT EFFECTIVELY REZONE
SINGLE-FAMILY NEIGHBORHOODS?
The proposed code amendment will not
rezone neighborhoods because they are
already an allowed use for 600 single-family
residential lots in Estes Park (or 27% of all
such lots). These lots are all larger than their
zone district minimum sizes by at least 33%.
The proposed code amendment seeks to
expand use to any single-family residential
lot which simply meets the minimum lot size
for its zone district, to include the R-1
(Residential-5,000 sq. ft. minimum lot size)
where ADUs are currently not permitted. The
parking situation shouldn’t change much.
WILL THE PROPOSED CODE
AMENDMENT DOUBLE THE DENSITY IN
SINGLE-FAMILY NEIGHBORHOODS?
If passed, the code amendment would
expand ADU eligibility to an additional 702
lots, for a total 1302 single-family residential
lots. While this may seem like a big number,
it would amount to only 59% of single-family
residential lots eligible for ADU development
based on proposed minimum lot size rules.
41% of subject lots are currently legally non-
conforming in lot size, and would remain
ineligible for ADU development with this
amendment.
ADU development is also quite costly to
property owners, in terms of time and
financial expense, which is why ADU
development currently is not very common.
Indeed, permits for new primary dwelling
construction and common residential
remodels are much more frequently issued.
Existing rules which permit only one ADU on
any given lot will remain in place.
WILL THERE BE MORE SHORT-TERM
RENTALS IF THE AMENDMENT PASSES?
No, not in relation to ADUs. Current
regulations prohibit rental of ADUs, and the
proposed amendment will only allow long-
term rentals (periods of 30+ days). The Town
will continue to monitor for STR compliance.
WHY AMEND THE CODE?
The intent of the amendment is to provide
additional opportunity for members of our
community to have access to permanent or
semi-permanent housing in Estes Park in a
free market context. The intended result,
however large or small it may end up being,
is a community with a stronger social fabric
and a more reliable and available workforce.
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Virtual Housing Tour
Density and Design considerations
for the Town Estes Park
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The purpose of this self-guided tour is to provide local and regional examples of medium-to
higher-density housing projects. The examples illustrate careful placement and massing of the
density and high-quality design elements that enhance the overall character of the area. Careful
consideration was taken for the placement of parking, drive aisles, and open spaces, all while
taking into account the building footprints and how they relate to street frontages and adjoining
lots.
Ultimately the examples should show how higher densities can maintain consistency with existing
development along the street and illustrate how the scale, mass, and character of buildings can
respect the surrounding context. Design standards establish a baseline for quality development
and are used to guide the design, materials, shared amenities, and accessibility of new
development. Paired with the Town’s Development Code and Comprehensive Plan, standards can
provide a mechanism for incorporating the community values into planned changes to the built
environment of the town.
As you are exploring the different projects, we’d like you think about what housing elements
strike you as interesting, exciting or something that could be tailored to Estes. Use the following
design principles as a framework for evaluating the projects:
1.The development reflects the unique character of the community and the site
2.The development is integrated into the surrounding city fabric
3.The development is designed with internal continuity
4.Parking and driveways are minimized along street frontages
5.Buildings are designed with strong architectural integrity
6.Substantial landscaping is integrated into the project
7.The development respects adjacent uses and neighbors
The following six projects are included in the tour:
1.Holiday Neighborhood, Boulder (Mixed-income Neighborhood)
2.Coto Flats, Breckenridge (Attainable Housing Project)
3.Pinewood Village I & II, Breckenridge (Attainable Housing Project)
4.Parkhouse, Thornton (Market-rate Project)
5.Cortland at 2534, Johnstown (Market-rate Project)
6.Rise at 2534, Johnstown (Market-rate Project)
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1. HOLIDAY NEIGHBORHOOD, BOULDER (1650 YELLOW PINE AVENUE)
About the Project:
The Holiday Neighborhood is a 333-unit community in Boulder, Colorado, of which 42% of the units
are permanently affordable. Seventy-one units are for sale at 60% of AMI, 18 units are between 40-
60% AMI, and 49 units are for rent at 20-50% of AMI. Ten units in the neighborhood are designated for
people transitioning from chronic homelessness, ten units are for homeless families in emergency or
crisis situations, and ten are for clients of the Boulder County Mental Health Center. The City of
Boulder sold the 27-acre site to BHP at-cost, gave the neighborhood a density bonus for the affordable
housing, and waived most of the site development fees.
The RMX-2 Zone District was created for the Holiday Neighborhood with the intention of facilitating a
high percentage of affordable housing there. The zone allows 10 units per acre without the bonus. The
bonus allows ten additional units per acre to be built if at least 40 percent of units (in the entire
project) are permanently affordable.
Design Highlights:
The neighborhood is characterized by a mix of housing types where attached housing is carefully
integrated with single-family units. Architectural styles, housing types, and floor plans are varied and
mixed together on the same street with a unifying streetscape. The density of the neighborhood is 12
units/ acre.
Explore virtually using google street view: https://goo.gl/maps/EbKQbCZdxDeyyF668
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2. COTO FLATS, BRECKENRIDGE (15 MCGEE LANE)
About the Project:
The Town of Breckenridge Housing Authority developed COTO Flats on vacant land banked property.
The Town and County are joint owners of this project to house Town and County employees. The on-
site infrastructure and land purchase was funded by the Town’s Housing Fund. This project received
approximately $172,000 in fee waivers. There are 18 units on 1 acre of land. The building consists of 1 -
bedroom apartments that are renter occupied at 80% AMI.
Design Highlights:
The building is broken up into smaller masses with façade articulation, subtle but effective roof height
variations, and similar techniques to give the structure a strong residential character. The varying
colors, materials and textures help add visual interest and the addition of the porch helps provide a
distinctive, residential scale entry.
Explore virtually using google street view: https://goo.gl/maps/BPHsPfvWvnJ92MBn7
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3. PINEWOOD VILLAGE 1 & 2, BRECKENRIDGE (605 & 837 AIRPORT RD.)
About the Project:
The land that Pinewood Village 1 was developed on is under a land lease between the Town and the
developer who utilized LIHTC (Low Income Housing Tax Credits) and currently manages the project.
After 50 years, the land will be returned to the Town. The project received approximately $350,000 in
fee waivers. There are 74 units with a density of 18 units per acre. The development is comprised of
1-2-, & 3-bedroom apartments for renters averaging 83.75 AMI.
Pinewood 2 was developed on land that was part of a land trade with the National Forest Service. The
project received 4% LIHTC and cost $9.7 millions. Approximately $335,000 in fees were waived by the
Town. Pinewood Village 2 includes 45 units at 15 units per acre. The development is comprised of
Studio and 1-bedroom apartments for renters at 60% AMI.
Design Highlights:
The two developments incorporate natural materials that are prominent in mountain towns and stick
to more neutral colors. The variation in building elevations is accomplished through the different roof
forms, different sized windows and the materials and textures chosen. The buildings blend well with
the natural environment and are carefully situated on the site.
Explore virtually using google street view: https://goo.gl/maps/CEeigvxTb3dMpw7c7 and
https://goo.gl/maps/YBDqhm7Yz3FEp2at8
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4. PARKHOUSE APTS, THORTON (14310 GRANT STREET)
About the Project:
Parkhouse is conveniently located close to I-25 and 144th Avenue and is situated directly west of a
commercial shopping center. The development consists of twenty 3-story buildings with an
approximate density of 30 units per acre. The complex consists of a network of sidewalks that connect
the buildings to each other and to the on-site amenities such as the open spaces and pools. To not
compromise the vitality of the area, the development shields the parking by the buildings so that the
housing serves as the project’s public face.
Design Highlights:
The façade geometries carefully control the visual impact of the structures. Balconies, projections, and
varied roof heights provide additional visual interest, along with variation in colors, materials and
textures.
Explore virtually using google street view: https://goo.gl/maps/EFYAtbDUVmNB5vPb6
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5. CORTLAND AT 2534, JOHNSTOWN (5100 RONALD REAGAN BLVD)
About the Project:
The Cortland apartment complex is conveniently situated next to a commercial center right off I-25
and US Hwy 34. The complex features a pod of ten 3-story mid-rise buildings with a density of
approximately 25-30 units per acre. The apartment complex is well integrated with the surrounding
commercial uses through appropriate building heights and careful massing. The building setbacks
fronting Ronald Reagan Boulevard strategically align with the setbacks of the nearby commercial
buildings.
Design highlights:
All building elevations have varied articulation using balconies, projections, changes in material, and
variation in the roof planes. Parking spaces line the internal access road and are shielded from public
view by the buildings. A pool, greenspace, poolside lounge, and fire pit serve as the central gathering
feature of the development.
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6. RISE AT 2534 APTS, JOHNSTOWN (5070 EXPOSITION DR.)
About the Project:
Rise at 2534 is located directly south of the Cortland apartments in Johnstown. The development
features four 4-story apartment buildings that are slighter larger in scale than the Cortland buildings.
The buildings
Design highlights:
Similar to Cortland and Parkhouse, the buildings incorporate anti-monotony measures to avoid the
sterile appearance of large wall planes. A variety of articulation elements such as balconies,
projections, changes in material, and variations in roof form are incorporated into each of the
buildings adding variety and visual interest.
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10/12/2021 CURRENT PROJECTS
Submittal
Date Application Type Project Name Location
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Next
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Meeting
Date
Ex-Parte
Prohibited Staff
11/11/2020 Code Amendment Wireless Telecom Facilities TB 26-Oct JW
2/1/2021 Annexation High Pines Subdivision Lot 1,11 Riverside Dr TB tbd AB
6/3/2021 Rezone Riverside Annexation Lot 1,11 Riverside Dr PC/TB tbd yes AA
CompPAC Meeting Comprehensive Plan meeting #11 21-Oct
8/17/2021 Code Amendment Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU)discussion only PC/TB 19-Oct AB
8/17/2021 Code Amendment New zone district discussion only PC/TB 19-Oct JW
8/17/2021 Code Amendment Elimination of RE-1 zone discussion only PC/TB 19-Oct JW
9/8/2021 Modified Development Plan Estes Park Chalet 2625 Marys Lake Road tbd JW
9/15/2021 Minor Subdivision Golden Leaf Subdivison 325 James St PC/TB 16-Nov yes JW
10/12/2021 Variance Request Richey Variance 262 Fall River Ln BOA 7-Dec yes AB
key: PC-Planning Commission TB-Town Board BOA-Board of Adjustment TRC-Technical Review Committee
staff: JW-Jeff Woeber RH-Randy Hunt AB-Alex Bergeron AA-Ayres Associates (consultants)
*Scheduled Neighborhood Meetings:Meeting Location Date
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