PZC Minutes 02-01-2005Minutes of Planning and Zoning Commission
February 1, 2005
Council Chambers
Town of Avon Municipal Building
400 Benchmark Road
I. Call to Order
The meeting was called to order at 5:30 pm.
II. Roll Call
All Commissioners were present with the exception of Commissioner Savage.
III. Additions and Amendments to the Agenda
There were no additions or amendments to the agenda.
IV. Conflicts of Interest
There were no conflicts of interest to disclose
V. Consenr Agenda
Commissioner Struve motioned for the approval of the Minutes from the January
18th, 2005, ?tanning and Zoning Commission Meeting; Commissioner
Smith seconded and the motion passed unanimously.
VI. Sketch Design — Single- Family Residence
Property Location: Lot 5, Western Sage PUD
Applicant/Owner: George & Amy Ruther
Description: George and Amy Ruther are proposing a single - family residence in
the Western Sage PUD. The total floor area of the residence is 3,523 square
feet and a proposed maximum height of 32'. Proposed materials include wood
siding, stone veneer, composite roofing and corrugated metal roofing.
Ken Kovalchik presented the Staff Report to the Commission.
Commissioner Didier questioned the sewer line easement. George Ruther,
applicant, approached the podium to discuss the sewer issue and commented
that the sewer easement is intended for lots 6 and 7 above his lot.
Commissioner Smith commented on the landscaping plan. Discussion continued
with the Design Guidelines and the Western Sage PUD criteria and those
guidelines that are most stringent will prevail.
Commissioner Struve asked about the roofing material on the southwest
elevation. The response was that it would be cor -ten steel. Mr. Ruther
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commented that the portion of roof above the deck by the master bedroom might
be removed.
Commissioner Evans commented that the roofing materials to be used were
appropriate. Commissioner Didier questioned the retaining wall.
Mr. Ruther mentioned that the Final Plat should be recorded in mid March of this
year. In lieu of the recorded Plat, Mr. Ruther mentioned that a deposit via either
a Letter of Credit or Cash would be an option.
VII. Sketch Design — Commercial Building Remodel
Property Location: Lot 22, Block 2, Benchmark at Beaver Creek
Subdivision /222 Chapel Place (Chapel Square, Building A)
Applicant /Owner. Belle Fare of Vail Valley, LLC/ Timberline Management
Description: Belle Fare of Vail Valley is proposing various exterior building
modifications and a complete remodel of Building A (formerly Panda City) in the
Chapel Square PUD. Exterior modifications include: new enclosed entrance,
addition to Chapel Alley side of building, and new roof for outdoor seating area
on south elevation.
Ken Kovalchik presented the Staff Report.
John Forstman, �ipplicant, approached the podium. He commei ited on the
addition of the n.onument stairway, the need of the loading do,* for daily
deliveries, additio-ial outdoor seating and a fence for privacy. W Forstman
provided the Commission with an artistic rendering of the project and
introductions of his management staff.
Commissioner Didier questioned the truss issue. Mr. Forstman responded that
construction drawings would reflect the answer. Commissioner Didier continued
with the fence and storage unit. Commissioner Karow commented on the four
issues of the Staff Report and that the project met the regulations.
Commissioner Trueblood mentioned that parking might be an issue. Mr.
Forstman responded that his staff reviewed parking and that his clientele would
use the Office Depot area primarily.
Commissioner Smith mentioned the project conforms to the Town's guidelines.
Commissioner Evans commented that materials need to be according to Town
standards and Final Design criteria will include the lighting ordinance, colors,
reflective materials, and suggested a roof over the loading dock may be effective
particularly during the winter to avoid constant shoveling.
VIII. Zoning Map Update
Resolution No. 05 -01
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Description: As required by the Avon Municipal Code, periodic updates to the
Town Zoning Map shall be made and published when changes are made in
district boundaries or other matters portrayed on the official zoning map. The last
Zoning Map update was completed in November 2002. A number of technical
corrections have been made in addition to land subdivisions.
Eric Heidemann presented the staff report.
Commissioner Karow moved to approve the Zoning Map Update, Resolution No.
05 -01 and Commissioner Trueblood seconded the motion. All commissioners
were in favor.
Other Business:
Eric Heidemann mentioned that Town Council would like to hold a joint work
session on Tuesday, 2/8/05, from 3 pm to 5pm regarding Lot 61, its relationship
to the Town, its sketch design concept and dialogue regarding massing, PUD,
etc., and the response to its design. It will be a "sketch plan work session" with
the applicant presenting the concept to both the Planning and Zoning
Commission and Town Council for input and consideration. Reduced sets of the
plans will be provided to the Commissioners prior to the meeting.
Tambi Katieb mentioned to the Commission that the Gates' building permit will
expire on Monday 2f-' /05 and an inspection is not feasible. The zoning wilt be an
empty PUD, as the d)velopment rights will be extinguished.
Commissioner Struve questioned the Avon Car Wash site. Commissioner
Trueblood questioned Tract Y and Mr. Katieb voiced that it is still in the court
process.
Jeff Schneider was introduced to the Planning and Zoning Commissioners as the
latest addition to the Town of Avon's Engineering Department.
IX. Adjourn
Commissioner Didier made the motion to adjourn. Commissioner Trueblood
seconded and the motion was unanimously approved. The meeting adjourned at
6:35 pm.
Respectfully submitted,
Ruth Weiss
Recording Secretary
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APPROVED:
Chris Evans
Chairman
Andrew Karow
Vice Chairman
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