PZC Minutes 12-07-2004 (2)Minutes of Planning and Zoning Commission
December 7, 2004
Council Chambers
Town of Avon Municipal Building
400 Benchmark Road
I. Call to Order
The meeting was called to order at 5:35 pm.
II. Roll Call
All Commissioners were present with the exception of Commissioner Evans.
III. Additions and Amendments to the Agenda
There are no additions or amendments to the agenda.
IV. Conflicts of Interest
Commissioner Karow stated a conflict with Item VI, Minor Modification — The
Gates, Property Location: Lot 1, Chateau St. Claire Subdivision /38390 Hwy 6 &
24, Applicant.- Parkhill - Ivins, P.C., Owner: CSC Land, LLC and Item VII, Sketch
Design — Duplex Residence, Property Location: Lot 106, Block 1, Wildridge
Subdivision /3055 Wildridge Road.
V. Consent Agenda
Commissioner Smith motioned for the approval of the Meeting Minutes from the
November 16th, 2004, Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting; Commissioner
Savage seconded the motion and the motion passed unanimously.
VI. Minor Modification — The Gates
Property Location: Lot 1, Chateau St. Claire Subdivision /38390 Hwy 6 &
24,
Applicant. Parkhill - Ivins, P.C., Owner. CSC Land, LLC
Description: Michael Stornello of Parkhill - Ivins, P.C. has applied for the following
Minor Modifications to the Chateau St. Claire PUD: provision for shared access
with adjacent property to the east, relocation of light fixtures, change in exterior
building color /material, and various alterations to the exterior of the building. This
application was tabled at the Commission's last meeting in order for more design
details to be provided.
Matt Pielsticker presented the Staff Report to the Commission.
Mike Stornello approached the podium as representative of the developer, CSC
Land, and presented the sample colors for the project. He commented on the
outstanding items requested by Staff and remarked that they would be provided.
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Commissioner Savage questioned where the materials presented were going.
Commissioner Trueblood asked regarding the name for the project and Mr.
Stornello said the name is now L'Auberge at Beaver Creek. Commissioner
Savage asked for visual understanding of the colors and it was agreed that Matt
Pielsticker would email a CD made for last year's approval.
Commissioner Didier questioned the fireplace vents and was replied that floors 2,
3 and 4 are direct vent fireplaces. Caps were discussed and mentioned that they
would be painted, but they would be difficult to hide. Commissioner Didier
continued discussing the change in the initial copper roof material to a factory
finished patina look and the necessity for a 3 -D model.
Commissioner Savage commented that an on -site mock up was needed to
understand the visual presentation. Mr. Stornello voiced that a scale model
doesn't get to the detail that it seems the commissioners are requesting but
would prefer to provide a color rendering. Commissioner Trueblood questioned
staff if Town Council has had the first reading of the PUD Amendment. Eric
Heidemann responded that it occurred "last Tuesday" (November 30, 2004) and
is scheduled for a second reading by Town Council on December 14, 2004.
Commissioner Didier and Commissioner Savage requested a north elevation
color rendering with the new colors and materials displayed and requested for
the next meeting. Commissioner Selvage questioned if the access easement
had been addressed with the neighbor and responded that they were awaiting
neighbor's sign off.
Commissioner Savage motioned for approval on Item VI, Minor Modification —
The Gates, Property Location: Lot 1, Chateau St. Claire Subdivision /38390 Hwy
6 & 24, Applicant: Parkhill- Ivins, P.C., Owner: CSC Land, LLC with the 8 Staff
Recommendations and a modification to Staff Recommendation Number One to
read: The commission will separately approve materials and colors after review
of an on -site mock up to be delivered no later than April 30th, 2005, and a colored
elevation to be provided by January 4th, 2005. Commissioner Didier seconded
the motion and the motion passed unanimously.
VII. Sketch Design — Single- Family Residence
Property Location: Lot 76, Block 4, Wildridge Subdivision /5651 Wildridge
Road East
Applicant: Andrew Abraham Owner: Ray Verlinde
Description: The applicant, Andrew Abraham, is proposing a single - family
residence (duplex zoned lot) on a .55 -acre lot within the Wildridge Subdivision.
The proposed residence has a maximum building height of 33'8". The proposed
materials include a stucco finish, wood siding, cor -ten corrugated siding material
on portions of the garage, cedar shake and corrugated roofing material and stone
veneer. The proposed square footage of the residence is 5,476 sq. ft., which
includes garage space.
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Ken Kovalchik presented the Staff Report.
Andrew Abraham, representing the applicant, approached the podium for
commissioner questions and stated that he appreciated input from the
commission on the design.
Commissioner Savage questioned the footage and the back up distance of
driveway area in comparison to the Design Review Guidelines. It was
determined that 24 feet was the requirement. Mr. Abraham commented that due
to the contours of the lot, this should be easily remedied and that drainage issues
were a drawing error and would be corrected.
Commissioner Savage and Commissioner Struve were opposed to corrugated
metal and cor -ten. Commissioner Smith was not in agreement on metal siding
and voiced concerned with cedar shakes as a fire hazard. Commissioner Didier
asked if the cor -ten is. rusted and Mr. Abraham replied that it rusts quickly.
Commissioner Didier opposed the cedar shakes. Commissioner Trueblood
suggested modifying the driveway to make it even. Commissioner Karow
commented that the cor -ten brought a positive aspect to the project, shingles
should meet town requirements and the driveway seems to span the entire site.
He mentioned that the house could be moved to lessen the asphalt impact on the
site.
No action required.
VIII. Sketch Design — Duplex Residence
Property Location: Lot 106, Block 1, Wildridge Subdivision /3055
Wildridge Road
Applicant/Owner: Andrew Karow
Description: The applicant, Andrew Karow, is proposing a two level duplex on a
.51 -acre lot within the Wildridge Subdivision. The proposed duplex has a
maximum building height of 30'. The proposed materials include a stucco finish,
wood siding and stone veneer. This revised sketch plan submittal is due to
significant design changes to the previous sketch design. The first sketch design
application was approved at your July 6, 2004 meeting. Changes to the original
sketch design include: 1) driveway configuration; 2) elevations; 3) retaining walls
have been removed; 4) duplex connection has changed; 5) building footprint has
changed: and 6) the amount of site disturbance has been decreased.
Ken Kovalchik presented the Staff Report to the commission.
Commissioner Didier questioned the turning radius' in the driveway.
Andrew Karow, applicant, approached the podium to address commission
concerns. Mr. Karow replied on the turning radius issue, and drainage would be
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addressed prior to building permit issuance. Commissioner Trueblood
addressed the bridgeless aspect of the duplex. Commissioner Didier questioned
the driveway and the potential difficulty of leaving the site without backing out of
drive.
No action required.
IX. Final Design — Single Family Residence
Property Location: Lot 5, Block 3, Wildridge Subdivision /5039 Wildridge
Road East
Applicant /Owner. Leslie Roubos
Description: Leslie Roubous is proposing a single - family residence on the
downhill side of Wildridge Road East. The unit would total approximately 4,000
square feet of livable space and would require tiered retaining walls to gain
access. The Commission approved a sketch design for a duplex on the same
property earlier this summer. Additionally, the Commission reviewed and
provided feedback on a revised single - family design at their October 5, 2004
meeting.
Matt Pielsticker presented the Staff Report.
Michael Poukas, architect, approached the podium for commission questions.
Commissioner Struve suggested spicing op the garage doors and moving the
wine cellar towards the foundation for cook :r temperatures. Commissioner Dirtier
and Commissioner Trueblood complimented the design. Commissioner Karow
questioned height and elevations.
Commissioner Trueblood moved to approve Item IX, Final Design — Single
Family Residence, Property Location: Lot 5, Block 3, Wildridge Subdivision /5039
Wildridge Road East, Applicant /Owner. Leslie Roubos, with five conditions as
presented in the staff report. Commissioner Smith seconded the motion and all
commissioners unanimously approved it.
X. Minor Project — Fence
Property Location: Lot 80A, Block 1, Wildridge Subdivision /2465 Draw
Spur, Unit A
Applicant /Owner. Bill Vancuren
Description: The applicant is proposing a 3' tall split rail fence on his property in
Wildridge. The fence measures approximately 24'x Wand was constructed
approximately 2 months ago. All fences require specific approval from the
Planning Commission.
Matt Pielsticker presented the Staff Report.
Commissioner Trueblood suggested to get the word out to the public that all
projects need to get approval prior to construction and does not support this
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project. Commissioner Didier commented that the fence was okay.
Commissioner Smith suggested the grading needed attention. Commissioner
Struve voiced fixing the grading to return it to its original look. Commissioner
Savage commented that the public needs to apply for design approval prior to
construction and does not believe that this fence was warranted. Commissioner
Karow stated that the Design Guidelines discourages fencing and he cannot
approve this application.
Commissioner Savage made motion to deny Item X, Minor Project — Fence,
Property Location: Lot 80A, Block 1, Wildridge Subdivision /2465 Draw Spur, Unit
A, Applicant /Owner. Bill Vancuren, due to the fact that proper procedure was not
followed and its site disturbance. Commissioner Trueblood seconded. The
motion carried 5 to 1 with Commissioner Didier dissenting.
XI. Minor Projects - Staff Approvals
A. Property Location: Lot 22, Block 2, BMBC — Outback Steakhouse
Applicant. Don Shipp, Const. Manager Owner. Timberline
Company
Description: Remove existing exhaust, replace with upgraded exhaust and
duct system.
B. Property Location: Tract Q, Block 2, BMBC — Benchmark Shopping
Center
Applicant: Kent Beidel, Nova En,ertainment Owner. Stoltz
Management
Description: New door for future business to match existing doors in
building.
C. Property Location: Lot 86, Block 4, Wildridge Subdivision
Applicant/Owner: Frank Hamel
Description: Lengthening of non - structural retaining by approximately 87'
on downhill side of duplex.
Conversation continued with an item in the Vail Trail regarding the
Confluence parking as over flow for skiing this year. To date, Staff is not aware
of this issue. The next issue discussed regarded the method to enforce penalties
for illegal zoning, design, construction plus those that have been denied.
Jonathan Levine and Chapel Square lighting fixtures issues were addressed.
IX. Adjourn
Commissioner Trueblood made the motion to adjourn. Commissioner Smith
seconded and the motion was unanimously approved. The meeting adjourned at
7:25 pm.
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Respectfully submitted,
Ruth Weiss
Recording Secretary
APPROVED:
Andrew Karow
Vice Chairman
Terry Smith
Secretary
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