L1 B5 WR Condo DesignTown of Avon
Final Design Staff ortRep
July 1,1997 Planning & Zoning Commission meeting
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Introduction
June 27, 1997
Multi -family -4 units
Lot 1, Block 5, Subdivision
PUD -4 Units
1014 West Wildwood Road
The proposed four plex features horizontal lap and stucco siding and wooden truss type trim with
an asphalt roof. The applicants have also requested approval of a 6 square feet entrance sign.
Design Review Considerations
According to the Commission's Procedures, Rules & Regulations, Section 6.10, the Commission
shall consider the following items in reviewing the design of this project:
1. Conformance with the Zoning Code and other applicable regulations of the Town.
• Allowed use: Conforms with the allowed residential use.
• Density: Four-plex use conforms with this lot's 4 dwelling unit designation.
• Lot Coverage: The 10% of building coverage conforms with 50% maximum.
• Setbacks: Proposed sign is in 10 foot sign setback.
• Easements: No proposed encroachments and proposed grading in the 10' Slope
Maintenance and Snow Storage Easement is acceptable.
• Building Height: 35' ridgeline height conforms to 35' maximum.
• Grading: All proposed slopes conform with the maximum of 2:1 slope and driveway
grades conform with Town standards.
• Parking: The eight garage and eight surface parking spaces exceed the required 10
spaces.
• Snow Storage: Submitted plans show snow storage area equal to the minimum standard
of 20% of the proposed impermeable surface area.
• Landscaping: Amount of landscaping appears suitable. Landscape materials need to be
adjusted long road to maintain sight distance.
2. The suitability of the improvement, including type and quality of materials of which it is to be
constructed and the site upon which it is to be located.
The building design utilizes standard materials found through -out the subdivision.
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3. The compatibility of the design to minimize site impacts to adjacent properties.
The multi -family structure features a basic design in keeping with the architecture of the
neighborhood. Landscaping has been provided to enhance the site, including landscape
islands between the garages to reduce the expanse of asphalt paving.
4. The compatibility of the proposed improvements with site topography.
The building is sited with the topography, requiring minimal grading.
5. The visual appearance of any proposed improvement as viewed from adjacent and neighboring
properties and public ways.
The site features well placed landscaping to screen the building and provide more privacy for
residences.
6. The objective that no improvement be so similar or dissimilar to others in the vicinity that
values, monetary or aesthetic will be impaired.
The structure's design is in keeping with other multi -family buildings in the neighborhood.
7. The general conformance of the proposed improvements with the adopted Goals, Policies and
Programs for the Town of Avon.
The project is not in conflict with any adopted Goals, Policies, or programs of the Town.
Sign Criteria
The proposed residential project entrance sign is a 6 square feet stained redwood sign, with black
letters on white MDO. It is proposed to be illuminated with a 100 watt floodlight. The sign
conforms to the Sign Code which allows up to a 32 square foot sign. The sign is small and will
be compatible with the neighborhood.
Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends approval with conditions.
Recommended Motion
Approve four plex unit and complex identification sign on Lot 1, Block 5, Wildridge
Subdivision as depicted on plan sets dated received June 19, 1997 with the following conditions:
1. Sign to be moved outside of 10 foot setback.
2. Sign lighting be adjusted so that it does not cause off site glare.
3. Plant locations be adjusted as necessary to provide sight distance.
4. A second improvement location certificate (ILC) be provided at framing to document
building does not exceed 35 foot maximum height.
5. During construction, a 2 inch deep gravel base of 3/4 inch aggregate shall be applied to the
first 20 feet of the driveway, and shall remain until the driveway is paved.
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If you have any questions regarding this project or any planning matter, please call me at
949-4280 (extension 131), or stop by the Community Development Department.
Respectfully submitted, ^
Karen Griffith, AIC
Town Planner
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Planning & Zoning Commission Action
❑ Approved as submitted
❑ Denied
Approved with conditions (noted below)
❑ Tabled
❑ Withdrawn by applicant
Conditions of approval, reasons for tabling or withdrawal of application, or basis for denial (refer
to code or guidelines by number):
igngd:
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Andrew Karow, Okai
Att t:
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