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PZC Minutes 11-14-2012 (2)it Town of Avon Planning & Zoning Commission AVON Meeting Minutes for Wednesday, November 14th, 2012 Avon Town Council Chambers Meetings are open to the public C " ' ° " ` " ° Avon Municipal Building / One Lake Street Call to Order (S:OOpm) The meeting was called to order at 5:03 pm. II. Roll Call All Commissioners were present with the exception of Commissioner Minervini, who arrived late. III. Amendments to the Agenda The applicant for Item IV was not present; therefore Item IV was moved behind Item V. IV. Master Sign Program Property Location: Lot 72, Block 2, BMBC Subdivision / 110 Beaver Creek Blvd Applicant. Monte Park, Sign Design and Graphics / Owner. Buck Creek Plaza Condominium Association Description: A new Master Sign Program (MSP) for the Buck Creek Plaza building. The MSP consists of 6 sign locations, 4 facing west and 2 facing south, for tenant identification. The MSP sets forth standards for sign frames, sign locations, and lighting, but allows individual designs for tenant panels. Discussion: Jared Barnes presented the MSP, highlighting the update from the previous meeting. Jared Barnes explained the new lighting information, including the 16° extension which would result in the light source 18' from the building face. Commissioner Green asked what other properties in Town have received variances to the increased maximum allowable sign. Jared Barnes responded that Benchmark Plaza, Chapel Square, Slifer, Smith and Frampton, and the Seasons buildings have all received increased sign area. Monte Park, Sign Design & Graphics, explained the rationale for the sign types and the general direction of sign designs in the valley. Commissioner Losa asked what the material was for the tenant signs. Monte Park, Sign Design company, responded that it would be an aluminum frame, and the individual tenant panels could have individuality. Commissioner Losa's concern was that there could end up being too much difference in sign designs if we allow each tenant to use a different sign material. Commissioner Prince asked if there is no set fading. Monte Park responded that there is requires the sign materials to be up to the Ultimately the association has the ability to improvements. materiality, should we be concerned with UV language from the building association that building standards and kept in good repair. require the paint to stay fresh and require 1IPage i' Commissioner Clancy voiced concern about varying sign materials and the resulting appearance. Commissioner Struve desired some sort of language to address the possible varied sign designs. Commissioner Green also commented that the light fixtures will be mounted and "aimed to illuminate the building sign only." Commissioner Losa mentioned that sign faces could vary in depth and if some projected further than others, could result in a negative appearance. Monte Park mentioned that if the program was limited to 2" to 3" it would be compliant with every sign constructed in Town. Commissioner Minervini was of the opinion that materials and depth of sign faces should be addressed. Commissioner Losa was not in full support of the "scrolls" on the sides of the sign frames. Action: Commissioner Minervini moved to approve the application, with the following finding: 1. The MSP was approved with additional square footage due to the site's inability to construct a monument sign on the property. And the following conditions: 1. Staff and the Applicant work together to include language within the MSP that limits tenant sign depth and provides consistency for tenant sign materials on multi -tenant panels. 2. Light fixtures will be mounted to 16" and only directed towards face Commissioner Struve seconded the motion and it passed unanimously. IV. Major Design and Development Plan & Rezoning Property Location: Lot 61, Block 2, BMBC Subdivision / 75 Benchmark Rd Applicant•. OZ Architecture / Owner. Wyndham Vacation Resorts, Inc. Description: A Major Design and Development Plan and Rezoning have been submitted for Lot 61. The proposal consists of 5 stories and 58 timeshare units among other amenities within the building. The property will be accessed off Benchmark Rd and will contain a single sub -grade parking level. This meeting is for introduction and informational purposes only and a public hearing is tentatively scheduled for December 4", 2012 meeting. Discussion: Commissioner Anderson stated he had a conflict of interest on this item and recused himself from the meeting. Matt Pielsticker overviewed the application submittal dates and the Town Council authorization to allow the Lettuce Shed Lane to be used for zoning calculations. Commissioner Prince requested clarification on the Town Council decision. Matt Pielsticker discussed the history of the Lettuce Shed Lane property and the Council decision. Ted Hunter, Wyndham Vacation Resorts, discussed the applicant's team and Wyndham's background. He stated that the "presidential package" is the type of unit being proposed in this building. Commissioner Struve asked if the timeshare industry fared better than the hotel industry during the recent recession with respect to occupancy rates. He further clarified his question to wonder what type of project, hotel or timeshare, weather the recession better. Ted Hunter responded that the Timeshare industry did fare better than the hotel industry. 2 1 P a g e Dominic Mauriello, MPG, discussed the background of the property. He discussed the decision of the applicant to submit a rezoning application to Town Center. Becky Stone, OZ Architecture, discussed the architecture and materiality of the property as well as the adjacent properties. Commissioner Struve questioned the use of the Owner's Lounge. Ted Hunter discussed the use of that space. Becky Stone, overviewed the installation of improvements on Main Street and Lettuce Shed Lane. She further discussed the access to the site and parking garage. Commissioner Prince asked if the applicant has discussed trash pickup with the two local companies. Dominic Mauriello responded that they haven't. Commissioner Prince asked the overhead height of the ceiling to the parking structure. Becky Stone stated it was approximately 14 feet. Commissioner Clancy asked about the difference in elevation between the members lounge and Lettuce Shed Lane. Commissioner Struve asked about the number of units in the Sheraton and the amount of traffic it creates. Matt Pielsticker stated that he wasn't sure of the exact number but could have that information available at the next meeting. Commissioner Clancy questioned the amount of space for pedestrians to wait and load for the busses. Dominic Mauriello stated that it was about 10 feet of sidewalk and a 10 foot drive lane. Dominic Maudello presented the zoning compliance and the dedication of ROW and easements. He stated that the applicant is not proposing a Development Agreement, but is proposing a public improvements agreement. Commissioner Green asked for the number of spaces on grade. Commissioner Struve further questioned who would control using the southwest corner for parking. Commissioner Green asked if a study was done to ensure sufficient parking when 100% occupancy occurs and additional cars per unit than anticipated arrive. Dominic Mauriello responded by stating the requirement for valet parking and how the valets can double park to ensure additional spaces. Dominic Mauriello discussed the compliance of the application with the Comprehensive Plan. Commissioner Struve questioned if other mountain communities, besides Vail, require first floor retail. Commissioner Green asked about the heat recovery system and if the Town and developer have had meaningful discussions. Commissioner Green also wanted to have a greater discussion on the waste removal along Lettuce Shed Lane. 31 Page Commissioner Losa requested additional survey information to the west of the Season's eastern entrance. He also requested additional tum studies for the parking garage and additional information on how the southwest corner of the building and pedestrians interface. Commissioner Struve asked about the interface of the second story units with the Transportation Center. Commissioner Minervini questioned the availability of bicycle parking. Commissioner Prince asked if stucco was an allowed material in the WTCDIP. He also questioned some of the plant materials and if they we be successful in this cold climate environment. Commissioner Green discussed the "fly -over" and how it can be tweaked to help the PZC and public better understand the massing and scale of the building. Action: No Action is necessary. V. Code Text Amendments — PUBLIC HEARING At the direction of Town Council, Staff has prepared Resolution 12-04 for proposed Code Text amendments to the Avon Development Code ("ADC") for the adoption of the Historic Preservation Committee. The sections that have been proposed for modification are: §7.12.070, Historic Preservation Committee; and, §7.16.170, Historic Landmark Designation, and modify Table 7.16-1, Development Review Procedures and Review Authority. Discussion: Jared Barnes presented the Code Text Amendment, highlighting the identical code language. Public Hearing opened and closed with no comments from the public. Action: Commissioner Struve moved to approve Resolution 12-04 as written. Second by Commissioner Minervini. All Commissioners were in favor. VI. Approval of Meeting Minutes • October 2, 2012 Draft Meeting Minutes Action: Commissioner Prince moved to approve the minutes as amended. Commissioner Green seconded the motion and it passed 6-0. VII. Adjourn The meeting was adjourned at 8:OOpm APPROVED on this 0 Day of December, 2012 SIGNED: Chris Green, Chair ATTEST: Scott Prince, Secretary 41Page