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PZC Packet 051992STAFF REPORT TO THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION May 19, 1992 Lot 45, Block 1, Benchmark at Beaver Creek Subdivision Faith Christian Fellowship Church Special Review Use Public Hearing INTRODUCTION John Perkins, on behalf of Faith Christian Fellowship of Vail, is requesting a Special Review Use permit to allow for the construction of a church and a parsonage on Lot. 45, 6'ock 1, Benchmark at Beaver Creek Subdivision. Lot 45 is .59 of an acre in size (25,700 square feet) and is located on the north side of Nottingham Road. ine property is surrounded on two sides (north and east) by the open space zoned Tract B. The AY Townhomes (tri-plex) on Lot 44 are located immediately to the west and the Nottingham Road and I-70 rights-of-way are to the south. Lot 45 is currently zoned Residential Low Density (RLD). The intention of the residential low density zone district is to provide sites for single family, two family, and multiple -family dwellings at a density not to exceed 7.5 dwelling units per acre. The purpose of listing church as a special review use in the RLD zone district is to allow the Planning and Zoning Commission and Town Council to assess the need for imposing any additional development or performance standards (i.e. not specifically required by the zoning/building codes) reasonably determined to be necessary to meet the special review use criteria and/or mitigate against possible adverse impacts to adjacent property and/or occupants. The proposed development plan consists of an approximar.e 5,650 square foot, 2 story church located at the northeast corner of the lot. An approximate 4,350 square fooL, 3 story parsonage is located along the northwest side of the lot. The southern 2/3rds of the lot will contain the driveway, 31 parking spaces and associated retaining walls, and various landscape clusters. The proposed church structure will house u fellowship hall, kitchen, restroom=,, and classrooms on the first floor, and an approximate 9C seat santuary, offices, counciling rooms and a nursery on the second floor. The parsonage will house a two car garage and a guest apartment on the first floor, and the pastor's family living quarters on the second and third floors. STAFF COMMENTS The following criteria as listed in Ser+io,i 17.48.040 of the Avon Zonir.,* Code, should be considered Ly the Planning and Zoning Commission when reviewing a Special Review Use application. STAFF REPORT TO '.4E PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION May 19, 1992 Page 2 of 5 Lot 45, Block 1, Benchmark at Beaver Creek Subdivision Faith Christian Fellowship Church Special Review Use Public Hearing A. Whether the proposed use otherwise complies with ail requirements imposed by the Zoning Code; COMMENT: The proposed use appears to be in compl-iance with all requirements imposed by the Avon Zoning Code. B. Whether the proposed use is in conformance with the town comprehensive plan; COMMENT: It would appear that the proposed use is in general conformance with the Avon Comprehensive Plan. The Avon Comprehensive Plan's Urban Design Plan includes this property in Subarea 12 "Nottingham Road Residential District". The Comprehensive Plan suggests that new development within this zone district be limited to three stories and provide a landscape buffer ad.laccnt to Nottingham Road and I-70. The following goals, excerpted from the Avon Comprehensive Plan, also seem applicable to this proposal. - Ensure that all land uses are located in appropriate locations with appropriate controls. - Locate land uses to make the most efficient use of existing land and community resources. - Upon full development of the community, all land uses should work together as a balanced system. In December of 1991, the Avon Transportation Plan, an element of the Comprehensive Plan, was completed. This plan was prepared by the transportation consulting firm of Felsburg, Holt and Ullevig and the Town Staff. The purpose of the plan is to analyze and document current and projected travel patterns, street system capacities and right of way widths and offer recommendations for future widenings, lane additions and operational controls. In addition, the plan analyzes existing and future mass tranEit and pedestrian facilities as well as lighting locations. A comprehensive traffic count program was conducted during the week of December 17-21, 1990. This information, combined with extensive historical data maintained by the Town, was used to develop daily traffic volume estimates for ali roads in Town. The daily traffic volume for Nottingham Road (a STAFF REPORT TO THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION May 19, 1992 Page 3 of 5 Lot 45, Block 1, Benchmark at Beaver Creek Subdivision Faith Christian Fellowship Church Special Review Use Public Hearing collector road), during peak season and hour, is 4,000 vehicles per day. This volume of use represents a figure less than 20% of that which could be reached if all vacant properties using Nottingham Road were fully developed. The Transportation Plan recommends that modifications to Nottingham Road (widening of all three Nottingham Road/Metcalf Road intersection approaches to provide exclusive turn lanes) will not be necessary until the future travel demand increment reaches 45%. Staff believes that traffic impacts associated with this use occurs predominantly on Sunday, at which time traffic levels on Nottingham Road are at their lowest. C. Whether the proposed use is compatibl=_ with adjacent uses. Such compatibility may be expressed in appearance, architectural scale and features, site design, and the control of any adverse impacts including noise, dust, odor, lighting, traffic, safety, etc. COMMENT: Notification of the proposed use of Lot 45 has been provided to all property owners within 300 feet. To date, we have received a few letters in support of the project (see attached copies). The scale of the proposed buildings will be very similar to existing development along Nottingham Road. Staff feels that the proposed use will not have a significant traffic impact on Nottingham Road and sight distance from the proposed driveway is adequate. Tne size and location of the proposed parking area (in front of the building), however, will be considerably different than surrounding development. No parking lot lights are shown on the site plan. The application does not contain surficient information to adequately assess potential impacts associated with noise levels (organ music, singing, bells, etc.) or' intensity of use. A more detailed review of specific site improvements will be made at final design review. STAFF RECOMMENDATION Staff feels that a church is an appropriate use on Lot 45 and recommends that the requested special review use permit be granted with the following conditions: 1. The property be limited to uses typically associated with church actiiities (i.e. weekend services, aunday school, STAFF REPORT TO THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION May 19, 1992 Page 4 of 5 Lot 45, Block 1, Benchmark at Beaver Creek Subdivision Faith Christian Fellowship Church Special Review Use Public Hearing weddings, etc.) Any expaision of use beyond that discussed at the meeting (i.e. provision of community day care, rental of fellowship hail to othwer groups or organizations, etc.) must be brought back to the Commission for further review. 2. No external noise making devices will be allowed (bells, speakers, etc.) and internal noise volume (organ music, etc.) should be kept to a level compatible with surrounding properties. RECOMMENDED ACTION 1. Introduce Application 2. Applicant Presentation 3. Open Public Hearing 4. Close Public Hearing 5. Commission Review 6. Commission Action Respectfully submitted, (J , /J Jim Curnutte Planner N qx�l ®1 ) 0111 STAFF REPORT TO THE PLANNING AND ZON_NG COMMISSION May 19, 1992 Page 5 of 5 Lot 45, Block 1, Benchmark at Beaver Creek Subdivision Faith Christian Fellowship Church Special Review Use Public Hearing PLANNING AND ZONING ACTION Approved as submitted ( ) Approved with recommenced conditions Approved with modified conditions ( ) Continued ( ) Denied ( ) Withdrawn ( Date Patti Dixon, Secretary The Commission granted special review usA__approval i ing co ance._wi h criteria A The proposed u C4mol ies with jjj reWi-nements-iMP-Qsed by the Avon ZonLng Coda; B The proposed u P is in conformance with the Town comprehen,ivp Plan; and C The proposed 115P is rnmpatibl.e.-34�th--add-&Cent uses and including the conditions that: The property be limited to uses typically associated with church activities (i.e. weekend services, Sunday school weddings etc) Any expansion of use beyond that discussed at the meeting (i.e. provision of community day care, rental of fellowship hall to other groups or organizations etc.) must be brought back to the Commission for further review. No external noise making devices will be allowed (bells speakers etc.) and internal noise (organ music etc.) should be kept to a level compatible with surrounding properties. — MEMORANDUM TO: Planning and Zoning Commission FROM: Rick Pylman, Director of Community Development �� DATE: May 19, 1992 SUBJECT: Diamond Shamrock Special Review Use and Final Design Review Applications, Lot 1, and part of Lot 2, Nottingham Station Subdivision Since writing the memo to you on May 13, 1992, we have received two new pieces of information from the applicant. The first piece of information is a Traffic Impact Study, prepared by Krager and Associates, Inc. I have attached pages 1 (Introduction) and 14 (Recommendations) for your review. However, is you would like to take a look at the entire document 2 copies will be on hand at the meeting. Staff has reviewed the study and does not dispute it's recon, endati ons. The second new piece of information, is a letter fr.m Colorado Department of Labor and Employment, Division of Labor, Oil Inspection Sectior, (see attached copy) M E M O TO: Town of Avon Planning and Zoning Commission Members FROM: Jim Curnutte, Town Planner DATE: May 13, 1992 RE: Diamond Shamrock Special Review Use and Final Design Review Applications, Lot 1 and part of Lot 2, Nottingham Station Subdivision On March 3, 1992, David Galloway (Galloway, Romero and Associates), on behalf of Diamond Shamrock, Inc., requested Special Review Use approval for a proposed converience store and motor fuel sales facility on Lot 1, and part of Lot 2, Nottingham Station Subdivision. Upon consideration of the Staff report, the applicant's presentation, and public comment (both written and oral) the Planning and Zoning Commission denied the Special Review Use application. The Planning and Zoning Commission made the following findings: 1. It does not ensure a high quality visual image of the Town; 2. It does not minimize degradation of the environment, particularly in sensitive natural areas; 3. It does not protect and enhance the water quality of the Eagle River and Nottingham Lake; and 4. It does cause considerable traffic problems. Since the Special Review Use was denied, the Commission did not consider the accompanying Final Design Review application. Although the applicant was notified of the procedure for appealing the Planning and Zoning Commission decision to the Avon Town Council, no appeal was made within the 20 day time frame. On May 5, 1992, the applicants resubmitted their Special Review Use and Design Review applications for consideration by the Planning and Zoning Commission. Since no changes have been made to the application materials from the March 3, 1992, meeting, Staff has not changed our Special Review Use or Design Review Staff reports (see attached). STAFF REPORT TO THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MAY 19, 1992 Lot 1 and part of Lot 2, Nottingham Station Subdivisilon Diamond Shamrock Cornerstore Special Review Use Public Hearing INTRODUCTION David Galloway, of Galloway, Romero and Associates, on behalf of Diamond Shamrock, is requesting a Special Review Use permit to allow for the construction of an automobile service station on Lot 1 and part of Lot 2, Nottingham Station Subdivision. Lot 1 is 0.62 of an acre (27,007 sq. ft.) in size as currently platted, however, the applicants wish to move the lot line between Lots 1 and 2 approximately 30' to the east. If the proposed minor subdivision is approved by the Town Council, the new lot size of Lot 1 will be 0.727 or an acre (31,600 sq. ft.). Lots 1 and 2 are cureently zonwed Neighborhood Commercial. The intention of th.i Neighborhood Commercial District is to provide sites fur commercial facilities and services for the principle benefit of residents of the community and also to highway -oriented convenience commercial needs. The purpose of listing automobile service station as a special review use in the NC zone district is to allow the Planning Commission and Town Council to assess the need for imposing any additional development or performance standards (i.e, not specifically required by the zoning/building codes) reasonably determined to be necessary to meet the special review use criteria and/or mitigate against any adverse impacts to adjaacent property and/or occupants. The proposed development consists of a one story building with a floor area of 1,563 sq. ft. and four petroleum dispenser islands. The site also includes appurtenant parking, driveway, landscaping and drainage facilities, as well as a 49' x 103'8" canopy over the building and pump islands. The canopy has a maximum height of 18'8" above finished grade. A 12' x 20' handicap parking space has been conveniently located on the south side of the building and ramps have been placed at both entry doors for ease of access. There are three 12,000 gallon and one 8, 000 gallon underground petroleum storage tanks located at the eastern side of the lot. The applicants propose to use a portion of Lot 2 (25' x 40' area) for turning large trucks around on those occasions when the site is to crowded to manouver. This is preferable to backing out onto Hurd Lane. This same area may also be used as a drive for future cross access between Lots 1 and 2 in the future. STAFF REPORT TO THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MAY 19, 1992 Page 2 of 5 Lot 1 and part of Lot 2, Nottingham Station Subdivision Diamond Shamrock Cornerstore Special ReviewUse Public Hearing STAFF COMMENTS The following criteria as listed in Section 17.48.040 of the Avon Zoning Code, should be considered by the Planning and Zoning Commission and the Town Council when reviewing a Special Review Use application. A. Whether the proposed use otherwise complies with all requirements imposed by the Zoning Code; COMMENT: The proposed use appears to be in compliance with all requirements imposed by the Avon Zoning Code. B. Whether the proposed use is in conformance with the town comprehensive plan; COMMENT: It would appear that the proposed use is In general conformance with the Avon Comprehensive Plan. Tne A-n Comprehensive Plan's Urban Design Plan includes this property in Subarea 4 "Town Gateway". It is critical that properties within this Subarea are developed in a manner which creates an attractive appearance. The following goals and objectives exerpted from the Avon Comprenensive Plan also seem applicable to this proposal: - Enhance the Town's role as a princioal, year-round residential and commercial center in the Vail Valley. - Provide for increased opportunities for oeveiooment of service-oriented commercial and light industrial uses, with proper controls to ensure compatibility. - Ensure that a high quality visual image of the Town is established through both public and private sector activities. - Ensure that the high quality, natural environment is preserved and integrated into the developed areas of the Town. STAFF REPORT TO THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MAY 19, 1992 Page 3 of 5 Lot 1 and part of Lot 2, Nottingham Station Subdivision Diamond Shamrock Cornerstore Special Review Use Public Hearing - Ensure that future development will minimize degradation of the environment, particularly in sensitive natural areas. - Protect and enhance the water quality of the Eagle River and Nottingham Lake. C. Whether the proposed use is compatible with adjacent uses. Such compatibility may be expressed in appearance, architectural scale and features, site design, and the control of any adverse impacts including noise, dust, odor, lighting, traffic, safety, etc. COMMENT: The applicant has made great strides in the last few months to improve the compatibility of the proposal with adjacent uses. Staff's biggest concerns with this proposed were protection of the Eagle River and providing an acceptable level of lighting as viewed from adjacent properties. The applicant has provided a lighting plan, as well as cut sheets and engineering specifications for lighting fixtures. The foot candle footprint plan shows that minimal l-ght spills over the site boundries. The applicants have also worked with Staff to reduce the impacts of seeing direct light sources, as viewed from surrounding properties, by providing recessed canopy lights and fiat lens style site lights. Staff is still concerned with the impacts of cne white pump spanners and internally lit white plexiglass faced signs. In order to reduce possible contamination to ground water and/or the nearby Eagle River, the applicant is proposing state-of--the-art secondary containment fuel product equipment !double wall tanks and piping system, vapor recovery, etc.). This equipment provides maximum protection against underground spills or leaks. The applicants drainage plan provides a positive means of drainage collection and treatment by: 1. !providing treatment of all runoff for oil/fuel removal for even the slightest spill. STAFF REPORT MAY 19, 1992 Page 4 of 5 TO THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION Lot 1 and part of Lot 2, Nottingham Station Subdivision Diamond Shamrock Cornerstore Special Review Use Public Hearing 2. Providing capture and treatement for the unexpected large event (over 8,000 gallons of positive collection and storage). A more mere detailed presentation of lighting and environmental protection measures will be presented by the applicant at the meeting. STAFF RECOMMENDATION Staff feels that an automobilc service station is an appropriate use for this site. The proximity of this site to the Eagle River raises major environmental concerns, however, the applicant has demonstrated that the proposed use can be designed and controlled to mitigate the potential for gasoline to contaminate the Eagle River in the event of a minor or major spill incident. Other concerns of the gasoline service station review process ( spanner RECOMMENDED ACTION 1. Introduce Application Staff in utilizing this may be addresse through and sign lighting). 2. Applicant Presentation 3. Open Public Hearing 4. Close Public Hearing S. Commission Review 6. Commission Action Respectfully submitted, Jim Curnutte Planner site as a the design STAFF REPORT TO THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MAY 19, 1992 Page 5 of 5 Lot 1 and part of Lot 2, Nottingham Station Subdivision Diamond Shamrock Cornerstore Special Review Ues Public Hearing PLANNING AND ZONING ACTION Approved as submitted ( ) Approved with recommended conditions ( ) Approved with modified conditions ( ) Continue ( )) Denied ( Withdrawn ( r Date 1� Patti Dixon, Secretary The Commission denied this special review use, stating that it fails to meet the three criteria established by the Town ordinance and specifically is in conflict with the Comprehensive Plan in the following specific areas: 1. The proposal does not ensure a high quality visual image of the Town on the proposed site; 2. It does not adequately enhance and protect the water quality of the Eagle River• 3 It does not minimize adequately the degradation of the environment in particularly sensitive natural areas• 4. It potentially causes traffic problems STAFF REPORT TO THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MAY 19, 1992 Lot i, and part of Lot 2, Nottingham otation Supdi.Isiun Diamond Shamrock Cornerstore Final Design Review INTRODUCTION David Galloway, of Galloway, Romero and Associates, on beealt of Diamond Shamrock, Inc., has requested final design review of a proposed convenience store and motor fuel sales facility on Lot 1, and part of Lot 2, Nottingham Station Subdivision. Lots 1 and 2 of the Nottingham Station Subdivision are owne7 by Nottingham Investment Co. and are zoned Neighborhood Commercial (NC). Lot 1 is 0.62 of an acre (27,007 sq. -t.• 1n size as currently platted, however, the applicants w,sr :o move the lot line between Lots : and 2 approxlmate;y 30' t:; the east. If the proposed minor subdivision is aporcvec Dr the Town Council, the new lot size of Lot 1 will De 0.727 c* an acre (31,600 sq. ft.). Since an automobile service station is not listed specifically as an allowed use in the Neighborhood Commercia' zone district, the applicants have submitted a Special Review Use application in conjunction with this design review application. In addition, a minor subdivision has peer requested for the purpose of adjusting the lot line between Lots 1 and 2. The proposed development cons,sts of a one story ouli-ling w;th a floor area of 1,563 square fee-- and fcur De--rz.eum dispenser islands. The site also includes aDDLrtenar: parking, driveway, landscaping a.,d drainage facilities. a5 well as a 49' x 103'8" caneoy over r_ne buila,ng and oumc islands. The canopy has a maximum he'gnt of 18 8 aoc.e finished grade. A 12' x 20' narol.aD parKin3 space -as tee - conveniently located on the south side of the building and ramps have been placed at both entry doors ror ease o- access. The parking requirement of 7 spaces is being me: on site There are three 12,000 gallon and one 8,000 gailpr underground petroleum storage tanks located at the eastern side of the lot. Proposed building and site materia;s are as follows: BUILDING: The majority of the building will be finished with stucco (light grey color). The top 3' of the building is proposed to be 1" x 4' horizontal T & G cedar siding, stained light grey and red. The building's windows and doors are black anodized aluminum. STAFF REPORT TO THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MAY 19, 1992 Page 2 of 8 Lot 1 and part of Lot 2. Nottingham Station Subdivision Diamond Shamrock Cornerstore Final Design Review CANOPY: The top 3' of the canopy will be finished with red metal fascia panels. Below that is an 8" dark grey metal reveal. The canopy columns and column supports on top of the building are steel and painted darK grey. The canopy will include eighteen 400 watt :super metal halide recessed iignt=ixtures with prismatic glass lenses. Drainage of the canopy is handled by concealed downspouts witnin the canopy columns. The canopy roofing and structural elements on tz�D of the roof w7ti be painted white. PUMP ISLANDS: The pump islanas include red, white, black ana grey petroleum dispensers under 2'6" x 14' plastic white illuminated spanners. The white spanners have a red accent stripe. The total wattage at each spanner is approximately 1,080 watts. SIGNS: There are two Diamond ShamrocFc signs on the canopy. These signs are located on the north and south fascia and are interior -lit white p'astic channel letter s-3ns. The canopy signs are 18 x 21' or 31.5 square feat each. Another sign "Corner Store" is pr:)pcse. on the south side of the convenience store. This sign consists of interior -lit greer Drastic channel letters. Tne .orner store sign is 18' x 14' or 21 square feet in size. A freestanding monument sign identifying the business and gas prices is located near the west property line. This sign will be an interior -lit, plastic faced, box sign. The sign face will be red, wnite and green with a dark grey metal border. The sign will be supported by two 8' x 8timber posts stained grey to match the building fascia. This sign is 5'10" x 8'3-3/4" or 48.5 square feet and will have a maximum height of 12'4" above finished grade. TRASH ENCL: A 12' X 9' X 6' high trash enclosure is pro- posed in the northeast corner of the site. STAFF REPORT TO THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION h1AY 19 1992 Page i of a Lot 1 and part of Lot 2, Nottingham Station Subdiv sion Diamond Shamrock Cornerstore =final Design Review The enclosure will be constructea of concrete blocks and finished with a light grey stucco, with a 6" wide red band at the ton The enclDsure doors will be made of 1" x 6" dog eared cedar pickets. The enclosure doors will be stained light grey to match the building. OTHER SITE CONDITIONS: All parking and Or,vewai areas will be topped with 5' of reinfcrcea crcrete (8" slab cver underground storage tanks.. A d concrete curb surrounds the paved areas. A concrete retaining wall with fluted race pattern wiii be placed along much of the north property line. This wall will range in height from 0' to 7high, and will match the color scheme and patterns of the existing railroad under- pass retaining walls on Avon Rd. A 4' high black vinyl cowered chain link fence will be placed on top of the retaining wall to match the one on the railroad underpass retaining walls. The re:aining wall and fence will run aporoximately 185 along the center portion of the nc--n orooert, -re. There are five 16' n„gn =-,=-a fl,000'-g�ts the property. These lights incorporate a 4.';U- watt iJUwatt super metal na�i ce amp in a me]'jn sized one piece alum -num nousing w-tn a r'a= lens. The housing and pc'e rill oe oaintea dark grey. A free arr station and two public telephones are located along the eastern property line. Polaroid photographs have been provided of these facilities. A 25' x 40' area on Lot 2 is labled 'arnve for future access". The applicants propose to surround this area with a 4' high black vinyl covered chain link fence and a 2' high earthen berm. The area will be used to turn large trucks around when necessary. Written authorization from the owner of Lot 2 STAFF REPORT MAY 19, 1992 Page 4 of 8 TO THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION Lot 1 and part of Lot 2, Nottingham Station Subdividlosn Diamond Shamrock Cornerstare Final Design Review concerning the improvements on, and the use of the property will be provided by the applicant prior to submittal of a building permit application. This area will be paved with 5" of reinforced concrete. The site grading and drainage plans srow that the site nae been gruded towards two inlet points where the water is pioea to a 750 gallon mud and grease trap and a 10,000 gal ior o11/water separator capable of treating the efrluent to i- PPM oil to Nater. From the tank, the storm water/run-of _e piped to the existing storm water marno-e at r.ne zorner oT Hurd Lane and Avon Road. Parking/driveway areas have a maximum grade of 6% near the entrance, however, most OT the site averages 2% to 3%. A landscape plan has been provided for the Commission's review. The plan shows a mixture of sod, shrub areas and evergreen and deciduous trees. A separately zoned automatic irrigation system will be provided to all shrub beds and lawn areas. The shrubs within the shrub bed areas will oe surrounded with cobble rock, and a steel edger. The landscape plan includes a good mixture of plant species aro sizes. The applicants have agreed to construct a 6' wide concrete sidewalk along Hurd Lane to their east property line. The sidewalk will conform with Town stanaaris ane is ecessar, for efficient and safe pedestrian access to and from the property. STAFF COMMENTS The Commission shall consider the following ;toms n reviewing the design of a proposed project: 6.11 - The conformance with the Zoning Code and other applicable rules and regulations of the Town of Avon. COMMENT: As mentioned previously, an automobile service station is not a "use by right" in the NC zone district, but is listed as a special review use. This proprioal will be in STAFF REPORT MAY 19, 1992 Page 5 of 8 TO THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION Lot 1 and part of Lot 2, Nottingham Station Subdivision Diamond Shamrock Cornerstore Final Design Review conformance with the Zoning Code if the accompanying special review use application is approved by the Planning and Zoning Commission and Town Council. 6.12 - The suitability of the improvement, including type and Quality of materials of which it is to be constructed and the site upon whicn it is to oe located. COMMENT: The building architecture and materia selection is somewhat consistant with the Avon design guidelines. As originally submitted, the bu,lding walls were entirely stucco, with a 3' metal 'ascia at the top. Staff suggested that the applicant consider incorporating wood ana stone into the building design. The applicants responded to Staff's suggestion by substituting the metal fascia with the 1' x 4" horizontal T & G cedar siding at the build ng, anc trash enclosure. The site itself appears to be very conducive to the development of the Neighborhood Commercial type uses for which it is zoned. 6.13 - The compatibility of the design to minimize site impacts to adjacent properties. COMMENT: This property is ocroer37 or, .he ^,crtr o•. :re 100' wide Denver and Rio Grande Western Railroad right-of-way and on the south by Hurd t -ane ano the ccen scace urea Tracts A & B of the Nottingham Station Subdivision. Immediately to the west of this property is the 100, wide Avon Roac right-of-way and to the east is uct 2. Notz-noham Stader. which is zoned Neighborhood Commercial. The entrance to tn} property has been located as far to the east as possible in order to reduce driveway grades and increase the distance from the Hurd Lane/Avon Road intersection (approximately 160'). Staff has determined tha-. the recent Improvements to Avon Road and Hurd Lane are adequate to handle the anticipated traffic movements associated with this proposec business. The applicants have provided a lighting plan for the Commission's review, as well as cut sheets and engineering specifications for lighting fixtures. The foot candle footprint plan shows that minimal light spills over the site boundaries, a,id the average foot candle amount at the property boundaries is 1 foot candle (fc), which is apparently the recommended minimal level for parking lots. The applicants have also worked with Staff to reduce the STAFF REPORT MAY 19, 1992 Page 9 of 8 TO THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION Lot 1 and part of Lot 2, Nottingham Station Subdivision Diamond Shamrock Cornerstore Final Design Review impacts of seeing direct light source, as viewec from surrounding properties, by providing recessed canopy lights and flat lens style site lights. Staff is still somewhat concerned with the aesthetics of the white plexiglass faced pump spanners and monument sign. A summary of proposed exterior lighting fixture wattages is as follows: Canopy Lights 400 watts each (18 total) Site Lights 400 watts each (5 total) Security Light 175 watts i1 total) Pump Spanners 1080 watts each (-' total) Monument Sign 648 watts i1 tota-j Canopy Sign 920 watts each (2 total) Cornerstore Sign 890 Watts (1 total The applicant feels that their lighting compares very favorably to other similar facilities in the area. They have stated that the Conoco at Edwi.ds has 1 canopy light per i 4 sq. ft. of area, the ..C,. Ma -t has 1 canopy light per 106 sq. ft. of area, and the Diamond Shamrock proposal is 1 light per 292 sq. ft. of canopy area. Diamond Shamrock oelieves tnat their lighting plan creates a sensitive new standard in Avcr for site lighting on areas which require good light-n.c to perform their intended function safely. 6.14 - The compatib'ltty of prcocsea improvement site topography. COMMENT: The proposed improverr.en_s appear -o work we�' with site topography. The site has been designed to direct drainage flows in two directions, nowever, all surface run-off will ultimately pass through the 750 gallon mud ano grease trap and the 10,000 gallon treatment device. 6.15 - The visual appearance of any propose:: improvement as viewed from adjacent and neighboring properties and public ways. COMMENT: The visual appearance of the building seems to have been improved with the addition of wood siding in place of the 3' metal fascia. The metal canopy fascia panels are materials which may be permitted only with the specific approval of the Commission. The guidelines also encourage the use of natural or earth tones as the dominant color with STAFF REPORT TO THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MAY 19, 1992 Page 7 of 8 Lot 1 and part of Lot 2, Nottingham Station Subdivision Diamond Shamrock Cornersto-e Final Desi;n Review brighter colors used for accent. The area of the red canopy exceeds the total area of the buildings stucco and wood siding. Staff recommends further discussion of the possible visual impacts associated with the white pump spanners, and all proposed signing. 6.16 - The objective that no imorovemen- ce so sim7 ar or dissimilar to others in the vicinity that values, monetary or aesthetic will be impaired. COMMENT: This project is simi'ar to —er Somme .ial buildings in the vicinity, specifically the retaii buildings in the Shopping Center Zone District. Sign and pump spanner lighting are Staff's chief concerns relating to this criteria. 6.17 - The gener-1 conformance of the proposed improvements with the adopted Goals, Policies and Programs of the Town of Avon. COMMENT: The intention of the Neighborhood Commercial District is to provide sites for commercial facilities and services for the principle benefit of residents of the community and also to highway -oriented convenience commerc7ai needs. Staff feels that, the Diamond ShamrocK or000sal f-ts in nicely with the intent of the NC zone DistriG,�. The Avon Comprehensive Plan's Uroan es,gn Plan •ncludes .n1S property in Subarea 1 'Tcwn Gateway'. It 's critical Inst properties within this Subarea are de•eiooea in a manner which creates an attractive appearance. STAFF RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends approval of this final design review application with the following conditions: 1). Written authorization be must provided from the owner of Lot 2, regarding the intended improvements and use of said Lot. 2). Staff concerns with the proposed sign and spanner lighting be discussed and resolved prior to approval. •1I STAFF REPORT TO THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MAY 19, 1992 Page 8 o, 8 • Lot 1 and part of Lot 2, Nottingham Station SUOd'v'Sion pip, Diamond Shamrock Cornerstore Final Design Review 3). Final Staff review and approval of grading and drainage plan prior to issuance of building permit. RECOMMENDED ACTION 1. Introduce Application 2. Applicant rresencaL,un 3. Commission Review 4. Commission Action Respectfully submitted, Jim Curnutte Town Planner PLANNING AND ZONING ACTION Approved as submitted ( ) Approveo with Recommendeo Conditions ( ) Appr with Modifiec :Ona -_!Ons k Continued ( Denied ( �) thdr Date �Patti Dixon, Secretary 7i7 ._tee �� . Sincp the •u•.•. i' spprialdenied, this final design was not discussed MEMORANDUM TO: Planning and Zoning Commission FROM: Rick Pylman, Director of Community Development DATE: May 19, 1992 SUBJECT: Lots 14/15, Block 1, Benchmark at Beaver Creek Subdivision, Contractor's Yard and Soil Storage Special Review Use, Public Hearing The applicant is requesting a Special Review Use for a contractor's yard and soil storage or Lnt= 14, and 15, Block 1, Benchmark at Beaver Creek Subdivision. However, due to insufficient information received at this time, Staff is recommending that this item be tabl9d until the applicant has provided all the information needed to determine the compatibillity of this request with the surrounding properties. .o)1 -m i •; • STAFF REPORT TO THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION May 19, 1992 • Page 2 of 2 Lots 14/15, Block 1, Benchmark at Beaver Creek Subdivision • Contractor's Ya -d and Soil Storage Special Review Use Public Hearing PLANNING AND ZONING__ACTION Approved as submitted ( ) Approved with Recommended Conditions ( ) Approved with Modified Conditions ( 1 Continued (Denied ( ) Withdrawn Date C Patti Dixon, Secretary_ the Commission tabled this item until the next meeting. STAFF REPORT TO THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION May 19, 1992 Lot 65/66, Block 2, Benchmark at Beaver Creek Subdivision The Annex Shopping Center Sign Program Amendment Design Review INTRODUCTION The Otis Company, owner of the Annex Shopping Center, is requesting an amendment to tha comprehensive sign program approved for Lot 65/66, Block 2, Benchmark at Beaver Creek Subdivision. The existing sigr program, approved on August 1, 1989, allows each tenant to identify their business name with 18" individual galvinized steel channel letters. The sign letters have white plexiglass faces and the return= and trim are painted custom blue to match the building trim. Signs are to be located on the fascia of the building and are limited to approximately 18 square feet. The purpose of amending the sign program is primarily to clarify a number of sections in the program that have previously been somewhat ambiguous. The new program would provide more definitive controls on the type, size and location of proposed tenant identification signing. The secondary purpose of the amendment is to allow tenants on the north and south sides of the building, and not corner spaces, the option allowing a second sign on the east facing walls of the building (as shown on Exhibit B of the sign program). Although the application as written would allow the tenants in spaces 1 and 17 to put signs on the east side of the building, Staff would recommend that the allowance be limited to tenants 2, 3, 4, 14, 15, 16. The new sign program incorporates a section on temporary signs which had been proviously approved by the Planning and Zoning Commission recently. STAFF COMMENTS Staff recommends that the Commission review this submittal in conjunction with the following 'Sign Design Guidelines" and review criteria from the Sign Code. Section 15.28.060 Sign Design Guidelines: A. Harmonious with Tcwn Scale. Sign location, configuration, design, materials, and colors should be harmonious with the existing signs on the structure, with the neighborhood, and with the townscape. • a i STAFF REPORT TO THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION May 19, 1992 Page 2 of 5 Lot 65/66, Block 2, Benchmark at Beaver Creek Subdivision The Annex Shopping Center Sign Program Amendment Design Review B. Harmonious with Building Scale. The sign should be harmonious with the building scale, and should not visually dominate the structure to which it belongs or call undue attention to itself. C. Materials. Quality sign materials, including anodized metal; routed or sandblasted wood, such as rough cedar or redwood; interior -lit, individual plexiglass -faced letters; or three dimensional individual letters with or without indirect lighting, are encouraged. Sign materials, such as printed plywood, interior -lit box -type plastic, and paper or vinyl stick -on window signs are discouraged, but may be approved, however, if determined appropriate to the location, at the sole discretion of the Commission. D. Architectural Harmony. The sign and its supporting structure should be in harmony architecturally, and in harmony in color with the surrounaing structures. E. Landscaping. Landscaping is required for all free-standing signs, and should be designed to enhance the signege and surrounding building landscaping. 1. A minimum of five lineal feet out from, and around the perimeter of, the sign shall be landscaped. F. Reflective Surfaces. Reflective surfaces are not allowed. G. Lighting. Lighting should be of no greater wattage than is necessary to make the sign visible at night, and should not reflect unnecessarily onto adjacent properties. Lighting sources, except neon tubing, should not be directly visible to passing pedestrians or vehicles, and should be concealed in such a manner that direct light does not shine in a disturbing manner. H. Location. On multi -story building, individual business signs shall generally be limited to the ground lever. STAFF REPORT TO THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION May 19, 1992 Page 3 of 5 Lot 65/66, Block 2, Benchmark at Beaver Creek Subdivision The Annex Shopping Center Sign Program Amendment Design Review SECTION 15.28.070 - Design Review_Criteria In addition to the sign Design Guidelines listed above, the Planning and Zoning Commission shall also consider the following criteria while reviewing proposed designs: A. T'ie suitability of the imorovement, incluaing materials with which the sign is to be constructed and the site upon which it is to be located: COMMENT: with the building. are the same as the cabinet signs are provides a maximum made up of cabinet The proposed amendment is very suitable The sign types allowed in the amendment previous program, with the exception the specifically addressed. The new program ratio (50%) of total sign area that may be sign area. B. The nature of adjacent and neighboring improvements: COMMENT: The sign materials are very compatible with surrounding properties. The main change in this program from the previous one is to allow the interior space tenants to display signage on the building in a location that is not directly contiguous with their space. This theme is currently exhibited at Buck Creek Plaza and Avon Center. C. The quality of the materials to be ui:.tlized to any proposed improvement: COMMENTS: The quality of the proposed sign materials are quite acceptable. D. The visual impact of any proposed improvement as viewed from any adjacent or neighboring property: COMMENT: The only visual change in this amendment from the existing program would be to allow a few additional signs to be located on the north and south, east tacinq wing walls of the building. Since the overall sign area allowed on these walls is limited to a total of 18 square feet, rhe visual impact should ba minimal. Also, The applicant has STAFF REPORT TO THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION May 19, 1992 Page 4 of 5 Lot 65/66, Block 2, Benchmark at Beaver Creek Subdivision The Annex Shopping Center Sign Program Amendment Design Review specified a limited location and minimum size A u proposed for these east facing walls. E. The objective that no improvement will be so similar or dissimilar to other signs in the vicinity that values, monetary or aesthetic, will be impaired. COMMENT: Staff sees no conflict with this criteria. F. Whether the type, height, size, and/or quantity of signs generally complies with the sign code, and are appropriate for the project. COMMENT: The type, height, size and quantity of signs generally complies with the sign code and appear to be appropriate for the project. G. Whether the sign is primarily oriented to vehicular or pedistrian traffic, and whether the sign is appropriate for the determined orientation. COMMENT: These signs are primarily oriented to vehicular traffic. STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS Staff recommends approval of the proposad sign program aamerdment with the following conditions: 1. The ability to place signs on the east face of the building should be limited to interior tenant spaces (currently numbers as 2, 3, 4, 14, 15, and 16). 2. Exhibit "B" should be expanded to show the limits of sign location on the east facing wall of the building. 3. The "General" section of the sign program should be rewritten to better clarify the owners intent with regard to total sign allowance on the east facing walls of the building. 40 r me a a STAFF REPORT TO THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION May 19, 1992 E Page 5 of 5 Lot 65/66, Block 2, Benchmark at Beaver Creek Subdivision The Annex Shopping Center Sign Program Amendment Design Review RECOMMENDED ACTION 1. Introduce Application 2. Applicant Presentation 3. Commission Review 4. Commission Action Respectfully submitted, eu-12'4� im rnutte Planner PLANNING AND ZONING ACTION Approved as submitted ( ) Approved with Recommended Conditions ( —) Approved with Modified Conditions ( ) Continued ) Denied ( ) Withdraw ) Date *q' _Patti Dixon, Secretary The Commission approved the sign program amendment, contingent upon the revisions that the sign area allowed be within 30 feet from the edge of the building; a minimum of 3 square feet per sign and the cabinet sign to be no more than 35% of the sign proposed to be built. STAFF REPORT TO THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION May 19, 1992 Lot 35, Block 3, Wildridge Subdivision Brust Residence Final Design Review INTRODUCTION Clark and Sandy Brust have requested final design review of a proposed single family residence on Lot 35, Block 3, Wildridge Subdivision. Lot 35 is 1.16 acres in size (50,530 square feet) and has frontage on both Flat Point and West Wildridge Road. The Brust residence will be accessed is Flat Point. A 14' wide asphalt driveway and large car turn around/parking area is provided. The proposed 2-1/2 story residence is approximately 4,000 square feet in size, including the unfinished basement, but not the 3 car garage. Maximum building height is shown at 36-1/2 feet above finished grade, although a note has been added that says it won't exceed 35 feet. There are two gas fireplaces in the house. A large wrap around deck is located on the south and west sides of the house. The driveway will be finished with asphalt and the walkways with concrete. Exterior building materials are as follows: - Timberline Ultra asphalt shingles, weathered wood - STK cedar (sandstone color), river rock (natural) and stucco siding - Metal clad windows (dark brown) - Wood doors (cordovan brown) - Redwood deck with cedar rails A grading/drainage/landscape plan has been submitted for the Commission's review. The plan indicates that all disturbed areas of the site are to be revegetated with transplanted material from the site and seeded with a high altitude wildflower/seed mix. Proposed irrigation will be by hand. This proposal received conceptual design review on May 5, 1992. The Planning and Zoning Commission had the following suggestions at that time: - Consider more significant deck columns - Remove stone work in front of and on the side of the garage and consider adding stones at the entryway •) s W a STAFF REPORT TO THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION May 19, 1992 Page 2 of 4 Lot 35, Block 3, Wildridge Subdivision Brust Residence Final Design Review - Consider stucco at all areas below the architectural band that wraps around three sides of the building. - Consider a hip roof at the east garage elevation instead of the gable roof. - The proposed asphalt shingle should be the heaviest texture possible in a weathered wood color. - Remove pavement within 10' of front lot line. STAFF COMMENTS The Commission shall consider the following items in reviewing the design of a proposed project: 6.11 - The conformance with the Zoning Code and other applicable rules and regulations of the Town of Avon. COMMENT: This proposal is in conformance witn the zoning code and other applicable rules and regulations of the Town of Avon, with the exception of the pavement within 10' of the front lot line. This 'property is zoned duplex and the applicant is proposing to construct a single family home. 6.12 - 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. COMMENT: The type and quality of proposed building and landscape materials are suitable with Town Guidelines. The lot itself is suitable to development. 6.13 - The compatibility of the design to minimize site impacts to adjacent properties. COMMENT: The proposed residence has been sited on the lot and designed in a manner that minimizes site impacts to adjacent properties. 6.14 - The compatibility of proposed improvement with site topography. •I a STAFF REPORT TO THE PLANNING AND [ONING COMMISSION May 19, 1992 Page 3 of 4 Lot 35, Block 3, Wildridge Subdivision Brust Residence Final Design Review COMMENT: The lot is fairly flat, sloping toward the south at approximately 10-15%. The house has been designed with a lower level that is only accessible from the south and seems to work well with existing topography. As mentioned previously, the maximum building height above existing grade on the south side exceeds 35 feet as scaled off of the pias, however, there is a note that says the building will not exceed 35 feet. 6.15 - The visual appearance of any proposed improvement as viewed from adjacent and neighboring properties and public ways. COMMENT: The proposed reisdence presents a good face to people approaching the building from the south and the north. It appears, however, that additional landscaping, especially along the east property line would make the project more visually appealing. 6.16 - The objective that no improvement be so similar or dissimilar to others in the vicinity that values, monetary or aesthetic will be impaired. COMMENT: Staff sees no conflict with this criteria. The proposed building massing and materials are in character with previous approvals in Wildridge. 6.17 - The general conformance of the proposed improvements with the adopted Goals, Policies and Programs of the Town of Avon. COMMENT: The proposal is in conformance with the adopted goals, policies and programs of the Town of Avon, with the exception of the previously mentioned paving within 10' of the front lot line. STAFF RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends approval of this final design review application with the following conditions: 1. Adjustment of paved area to remove it from within 10' of the front property line. STAFF REPORT TO THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION May 19, 1992 Page 4 of 4 Lot 35, Block 3, Wildridge Subdivision Brust Residence Final Design Review 2. Final Staff review and approval of grading and drainage plan prior to issuance of a building permit. RECOMMENDED ACTION 1. Introduce Application 2. Applicant Presentation 3. Commission Review 4. Commission Action Respectfully sub i ed, J'im Curnutte Town Planner PLANNING AND ZONING ACTION Approved as submitted ( ) Approved with Recommended Conditions ( i-� Approved with Modified Conditions ( ) Continu d ( ) Denied ( ) Withdra Date Patti Dixon, Secretar— The Commission granted final design approval subject to the following prior to the issuance of a building permit — •I r a 40 n 1^ STAFF REPORT TO THE PLANNING ANU ZONING COMMISSION May 19, 1992 Lot 17, Block 1, Wildridge Subdivision Dan Karzen for KSO Development Group Fireridge Townhomes Final Design Review INTRODUCTION Dan Karzen, on behalf of KSO Development Group, is requesting final design review of a proposed four-plex building (Fireridge Tovnhomes) on Lot 17, Block 1, Wildridge Subdivision. Lot 17 is .061 of an acre (26,572 square feet) in size and has frontage on both Old Trail Road and Saddleridge Loop. The units will be accessed via Saddleridge Loop. The driveway is 18' wide and 18 parking spaces are provided on the lot. The proposed four-plex building will house four four-bedroom units. One unit has 1,670 square feet of habitable area and three units have 1,640 square feet of h€.bitable area. Each unit will include a two car garage and a gas fireplace. This building does not exceed the maximum building heigh�- requirement of 35 feet from existing or finished grade (32 maximum). Exterior building materials include channel rustic cedar siding (beige) with 2" x 8" and 1" x 4" rough sawn cedar trim, aluminum windows (white), 6 panel metal doors with side light, 1" x 4" rough sawn cedar trim around windows and doors (stained white). The redwood deck rails and building "fascia will be stained a cocoa color. The applicant is proposing to use the Presidential Celotex asphalt shingle on the roct (weathered wood color). The applicant has indicated that the weight per square of this product is 370 lbs. All driveway and parking spaces will be finished with asphalt. The trash storage area is proposed to be screened on two sides by a 4' tall treated timber retaining wall (8" x 8" timbers). A color drawing of the building as well as material samples will be presented at the meeting. A grading/drainage plan and a landscape plan have been provided for the Commission's review. The grading plan has been reviewed by the Town Engineer and is acceptable as presented. The landscape plan shows a reasonable variety of good size trees and shrubs. All disturbed areas will be reseeded with a native grass seed mix. Irrigation is proposed to be by hand. Y 177 do • STAFF REPORT TO THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION May 19, 1992 Page 2 of 5 Lot 17, Block 1, Wildridge Subdivision Dan Karzen for KSO Development Group Fireridge Townhomes Final Design Review On May 5, 1992, this proposal received conceptual design review. In response to the Commission's comments at the May 5th meeting, the applicants have made the following revisions to their plans: - The location of the building has been shifted somewhat to take better advantage of view corridors. - The amount of asphalt coverage on the lot has been reduced. - Fenestration changes have been made to all four elevations of the building. - All siding areas previously shown with vertical siding have been replaced with stucco or windows. - Box bay windows have been added to the 2nd floor bedrooms of units 1 and 3 and the 3rd floor bedroom in units 2 and 4. - Mono pitched roofs, with eyebrow, have been added over the 3rd floor bedrooms on the north elevation (units 2 and 4) and the living rooms on the south elevation (units 1 and 3). - Shingle color has been changed from dark brown to a weathered wood color. - A project identification sign is shown on the site plan. STAFF COMMENTS The Commission shall consider the following items in reviewing the design of a proposed project: 6.11 - The conformance with the Zoning Code and other applicable rules and regulations of the Town of Avon. COMMENT: This proposal is in conformance with the zoning code and other applicable rules and regulations of the Town of Avon. This property is zoned four-plex and proposed building height, setback, lot coverage and parking •1 7 I- STAFF REPORT TO THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION May 19, 1992 Page 3 of 5 lot 17, Block 1, Wildridge Subdivision Dan Karzen for KSO Development Group Fireridge Townhomes Final Design Review requirements are being met. 6.12 - The suitability type and quality of materials constructed and the site upon of the improvement, including of which it is to be which it is to be located. COMMENT: The type and quality of proposed building and landscape materials are suitable with Town Guidelines. rhe proposed building materials are commonly found throughout Wildridge. The landscape plan has been upgraded in response to the Planning and Zoning Commission conceptual review comments. The applicant should be made aware that he will be expected to install the landscape materials in the sizes specified in the landscape legend. 6.13 - The compatibility of the design to minimize site impacts to adjacent properties. COMMENT: All grading will be contained within lot lines. The applicant has provided berms, large landscape materials, as well as reduced the asphalt coverage on the lot in an attempt to improve the projects compatibility with the site. 6.14 - The compatibility of proposed improvement with site topography. COMMENT: The project appears to be compatible with site topography. 6.15 - The visual appearance of any proposed improvement as viewed from adjacent and neighboring properties and public ways. COMMENT: The appearance of the proposed improvements as viewed from neighboring properties and public ways seems acceptable. The applicants have made a significant number of changes to the building in order to improve its appearance, especially on the north side, which should be most visible to adjacent neighboring properties and public ways. r li STAFF REPORT TO THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION May 19, 1992 Page 4 of 5 Lot 17, Block 1, Wildridge Subdivision Dan Karzen for KSO Development Group Fireridge Townhomes Final Design Review 6.16 - The objective that no improvement be so similar or dissimilar to others in the vicinity that values, monetary or aesthetic will be impaired. COMMENT: This project is very similar to the recently approved Wildridge Townhomes on Lot 46, Block 2, Wildridge subdivision. Staff feels, however, that sufficient changes have been made to the building's architecture to negate any potential negative effects to others due to similarity. In addition, the relative distance from Lot 46, the orientation of this building on its lot, and the proposed color scheme also help to differentiate this proposal from the Wildridge Townhomes. 6.17 - The general improvements with the adopted the Town of Avon. conformance of the proposed Goals, Policies and Programs of COMMENT: The proposal is in conformance with the adopted goals, policies and programs of the Town of Avon. STAFF RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends approval application as presented. RECOMMENDED ACTION 1. Introduce Application 2. Applicant Presentation 3. Commission Review 4. Commission Action Respectfully submitted, Al;x— Jim Curnutte Town Planner of this final design review L E ] STAFF REPORT TO THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION May 19, 1992 Page 5 of 5 Lot 17, Block 1, Wildridge Subdivision Dan Karzen for KSO Development Group Fireridge Townhomes Final Design Review PLANNING AND ZONING ACTION Approved as submitted ( ) Approved with Recommended Conditions ( ) Approved with Modified Conditions ( 1 Continued ( ) Denied (�— Withdrawn Date O q' Patti Dixon, Secretar f criteria: 6.13 Compatibility of the design to minimize impact on adjacent properties. 6.15 The visual appearance of the project as viewed from adjacent properties. 6.25 - Item #4 - Repetitious design characteristics are discouraged__ r - STAFF REPORT TO THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION May 19, 1992 Tract B, Block 2, Filing 2, Eaglebedn Subdivision The Alpines at Eaglebend, Lots 3-19 Four Single Family Home Models Final Design Review INTRODUCTION The Eaglebend Partnership is requesting final design review approval for four home models to be constructed at The Alpines at Eaglebend. The Alpines is a single family home development of 19 lots on Tract B of Eaglebend, Block 2. The developer will market the four home models and construct the units as sales occur. The Alpines PUD Guide contains development restrictions regarding site planning and 'home siting. A typical landscape plan has been submitted for Planning and Zoning Commission review. The four home models are titled a Bi -level, Two Story, Tri—level and Mountain Laurel. All roofs will be a Tamko Asphalt shingle in the antique grey color. Siding for all units will be a masonite product. Several different textures and board sizes will be utilized to create some interest and differentiation among the units. All windows will be white aluminum with a 1 x 4 cedar trim. The Bi -level model is a two story, 2,037 square foot bi-level floor plan with a two car garage. Roof forms are gabie with a shed roof extending over the front entrance. The maximum building height is 27 feet. The Two Story model is a two story, 2,000 square foot floor plan sitting on a garden level two car garage. Roof forms are predominantly gable with a shed at the front entry. Building height is 32 feet. Deck railinga are designed as cedar latticework, similar to the bi-level model. There is some exposed concrete foundation as this unit makes the grade transition. This concrete should be treated in some manner. The Tri -level model is a two Etory, 2,593 square foot tri -level floor plan, with a two car garage. This model carries 'the simplest gable roof form of the four. This model has one elevation that is very plain and would present a poor image if it was presented to a neighboring home. As a north elevation, toward the railroad tracks, the Staff has less concern and would suggest requiring this home to be sited that way unless substantial revisions to this elevation are made. The Mountain Laurel model is a two story unit with a true STAFF REPORT TO THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION May 19, 1992 Page 2 of 5 Tract B, Block 2, Filing 2, Eaglebend Subdivision The Alpines at Eaglebend, Lots 3 - 19 Four Single Family Home Models Final Design Review basement. The unit is 2,194 square feet., 30 feet in height and continues the gable roof format of the previous models. Deck railings on this unit are a cedar picket. The Planning and Zoning Commission expressed a concern at the conceptual review with the fireplace design of this unit. The fireplace element "floats" above ground level. STAFF COMMENTS The Commission shall consider the following items jr, reviewing the design of a proposed project: 5.11 - The conformance with the Zoning Code and other applicable rules and regulations of the Town of Avon. COMMENT: This proposal is in conformance with the zoning code and Staff, through the building permit process, will ensure compliance with all aspects of the approved PUD Guide. 6.12 - 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. COMMENT: The exterior materials for each unit are essentially the same, although some variety can be achieved through the use of different siding widths and textures, as well as by color scheme variation. The Staff feels that the combination of like elements, while allowing some individuality through color, siding style and siting, is appropriate for this development. 6.13 - The compatibility of the design to minimize site impacts to adjacent properties. COMMENT: Staff feels that the development style chosen here, along with the materials and architecture are well designed to minimize impact to adjacent properties. The PUD Guide provides for four parking space3 per unit which should alleviate any parking concerns with this project. a a STAFF REPORT TO THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION May 19, 1992 Page 3 of 5 Tract B, Block 2, Filing 2, Eagiebend Subdivision The Aplines at Eaglebend - Lots 3 - 19 Four Single Family Home Models Final Design Review 6.14 - The compatibility of proposed improvement with site topography. COMMENT: The site topography is relatively simple, however, some of the models are designed to allow for some variation of the overall grading of the project. 6,15 - The visual appearance of an•, F,-cposed improvement as viewed from adjacent ano neighboring properties and public ways. COMMENT: The visual appearance of these strt.,ctures is adequate from all adjacent public and private properties. The Planning and Zoning Commission should review the typical landscape plan to ensure that the landscaping cr each unit will match the standards established in the :ieighborhood. 6.16 - The objective that no improvement be so similar or dissimilar to others in the vicinity that values, monetary or aesthetic will be impaired. COMMENT: This project will contain up to 19 units of four different models, so there is quite a bit of similarity involved here. Staff believes that this similarity is important to the success of this small scale residential development and have no concerns with this criter-.a. 6.17 - The general conformance of the proposed improvements with the adopted Goals, Policies and Programs of the Town of Avon. COMMENT: The proposal is in conformance with the adopted goals, policies and programs of the Town of Avon. STAFF RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends final design approval for these four- model homes for construction within the Alpines at Eaglebend PUD with the following recommendations to the Planning and Zoning Commission: 1. Approval of the Two Story model should include some treatment to the exposed concrete foundation walls. Staff suggests paint or stucco. •1 C L: STAFF REPORT TO THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION May 19, 1992 Page 4 of 5 Tract B, Block 2, Filing 2, Eaglebend Subdivison The Alpines at Eaglebend, Lots 3 - 19 Four single Family Home Models Final Design Review 2. Approval of the Tri -level model be conditional upon the siting of the home. The "right" elevation should be utilized only as the north elevation. 3. Revisions to the fireplace chase on the Mountain Laurel model are strongly suggested. 4. The Planning and Zoning Commission should review and approve color schemes for the models. RECOMMENDED ACTION 1. Introduce Application 2. Applicant Presentation 3. Commission Review 4. Commission Action Respectfully s bmitted, Rick Pylman Director• of Community Development •7 L STAFF REPORT TO THE PLANNING AND 'ZONING COMMISSION May 19, 1992 Page 5 of 5 Tract B, Block 2, Eaglebend Subdivsion The Alpines at Eagle Bend, Lots 3 - 19 Four Single Family Home Models Final Design Review PLANNING AND ZONING ACTION Approved as submitted ( ) Approved with Recommended Conditions ( ) Approved with Modified Conditions ( ) Contin u d ( ) Denied ( ) Withdraw Date Patti Dixon, Secretary The Commission tabled this item until the June 2, 1992 meeting to allow the applicant time to address the following concerns of the Commission: 1. Windows over the garage door on the bi-level model; 2. Improve finish on exposed foundation walls; 3. Reconsider stucco colors in combination with grey siding colors; 4. Reconsider the bright blue accent color; 5. Provide fencing details; 6. Resubmit the landscape plan with in- creased quantity and material sizes; 7. Reconsider the point at which the sod turns into seed; 8 Provide further information regarding the exterior lighting fixtures and quantity; 9 Confirm the weight of the asphalt shingles; 10 Resolve the balnk elevation on the tri -level unit; 11 Provide a revised elevation indicating the modification to the floating chimney element; 12 Confirm which siding products will and will not be used. STAFF REPORT TO THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION May 19, 1992 Lot 2, Block 1, Benchmark at Beaver Creek Subdivision Mountain Comfort Furnishings Conceptual Design Review INTRODUCTION Joe Matyk, on behalf of the potential purchasers of Lot 2, Block 1, Benchmark at Beaver Creek Subdivision, is requesting conceptual design review of a proposed furniture store on the lot. Lot 2 is .54 of an acre (23,522 square feet) in size and is zoned Neighborhood Commercial (NC). The NC zone district is intended to provide sites for commercial facilities and services for the principal benefit of residents of the community and also to highway -oriented convenience commercial needs. The following uses are permitted in the NC zone district: 1. Retail stores; 2. Professional offices; 3. Car wash; 4. Restaurants; 5. Accessory apartments, exclusive of the ground level story; 6. Church; 7. Additional uses deterined to be similar to allowed uses in accordance with the intent of this zone district. The Avon Comprehensive Plan shows that this property is located within the "Nottingham Road Commercial District" Subarea. This area's proximity to the I-70IAvon Road Interchange establishes its importance to the Town's identity. Development that occurs here should reflect the standard of development that occurs in the Town Center and Core Commercial Area, but should not compete with downtown in terms of size of buildings or intensity of development. The Comprehensive Plan goes on to offer the following recommendations for development within this Subarea: - Develop Nottingham Road as a secondary streetscape. - Limit access points on Nottingham Road to simplify traffic movements. - Require landscape setbacks and internal landscaping of parking lots. - Limit building heights to three to Tour stories. STAFF REPORT TO THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION May 19, 1992 Page 2 of 3 Lot 2, Block 1, Benchmark at Beaver Creek Subdivision Mountain Comfort Furnishings Conceptual Design Review The site plan shows that the building is proposed to be placed on the south 1/3rd of the lot with the minimum required 24 parking spaces and 1 loading berth occupying the northern 2/3rds of the lot. Conceptual landscaping is shown on the site plan. The 7,560 square foot building is divided into a showroom (5,180 square feet) and a storage area (2,380 square feet). This flat roofed building is 18' high. Proposed building materials are 8" x 16" concrete block (ribbed in front and regular faced on sides and rear of the building), black metal mansart roof structure at the store front, and a black metal cap along the top of the building. Store front glass will be tinted grey and the loading berth roll -up door will be metal and painted grey to match the building. The back of the store will have 3 sets of windows, with metal roofs above, along its 108 foot expanse. The sides of the building will also have a set of windows and an area for signage. STAFF COMMENTS As this is a conceptual review, no formal action will be taken at this time. However, Staff would offer the following comments: - Staff feels that it is imperative that buildings proposed for Lots 2, 3, and 4, Block 1, Benchmark at Beaver Creek Subdivision present as pleasing an architectural face toward I-70 as it does toward Nottingham Road. - The architecture of this building (rectangular concrete block, with a flat roof) seems more appropriately located in an industrial/commercial zone district. - The information provided is insufficient to fully assess the proposed sign program. --, '"'N STAFF REPORT TO THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION May 19, 1992 Page 3 of 3 Lot 2, Block 1, Benchmark at Beaver Creek Subdivision Mountain Comfort Furnishings Conceptual Design Review RECOMMENDED ACTION 1. Introduce Application 2. Applicant Presentation 3. Commission Review/Discussion Respectfully submitted, Jim Curnutte Planner STAFF REPORT TO THE PLANNING AND ZONI"G COMMISSION May 19, 1992 Lot 16, Block 1, Wildridge Subdivision Saddleridge Townhomes Unit #4 Ken Holzman, Remodel Final Design Review INTRODUCTION Ken Holzman is requesting design review of a proposed remodel of his dwelling unit located at Saddleridge Townhomes, Unit #4, Lot 16, Block 1, Wildridge Subdivision. Specifically, Mr. Holzman would like permission to proceed with the enclosing of his hot tub area, located at the south side of his unit. The hot tub is located directly below his second story deck and is bounded on the west and north by existing walls of his unit. Mr. Holzman wishes to place new walls along the south and east portions of the tub area, thereby fully enclosing the entira area below the second story deck. The lower half of the .4alls will be finished with diagonal redwood siding to match the existing building and will be stained accordingly. The upper half of the walls will contain aluminum windows. There are doors on the south side of the hot tub enclosure. Mr. Holzman began work on the addition a few weeks ago. He has stated that he was unaware of the need for design review or a building permit approval prior to starting work. Upon notification of the need for the above mentioned approvals, Mr. Holzman immediately stopped work and applied for design review and filled out a building permit application. STAFF COMMENTS The Commission shall consider the following items in reviewing the design of a proposed project: 6.11 - The conformance with the Zoning Code and other applicable rules and regulations of the Town of Avon. COMMENT: This proposal is in conformance with the zoning code and other applicable rules and regulations of the Town of Avon, now that the appropriate applications have been made. 6.12 - 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. STAFF REPORT TO THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION May 1S, 1992 Page 2 of 3 Lot 16, Block 1, Wildridge Subdivision Saddleridge Townhomes, Unit #4 Ken Holzman Remodel Final Design Review COMMENT: The proposed building materials will match those of the existing structure very nicely. 6.13 - The compatibility of the design to minimize site impacts to adjacent properties. COMMENT: All work is taking place directly below the Unit #4 second story deck and entirely on the applicants property. 6.14 - The compatibility of proposed improvement with site topography. COMMENT: Not applicable. 6.15 - The visual appearance of any proposed improvement as viewed from adjacent and neighboring properties and public ways. COMMENT: The appearance of this residence Trom neighboring properties and public ways is acceptable. This enclosure actually seems to provide a cleaner appearance than a similar enclosure to the east. 6.16 - The objective that no improvement be so similar or dissimilar to others in the vicinity that values, monetary or aesthetic will be impaired. COMMENT: Staff sees no conflict with this criteria. 6.17 - The general conformance of the proposed improvements with the adopted Goals, Policies and Programs of the Town of Avon. COMMENT: The proposal is in conformance with the adopted goals, policies and programs of the Town of Avon. STAFF RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends approval of this final design review application as presented. 0 STAFF REPORT TO THE PLANNING AND ZONING cOMMISSION May 19, 1992 Page 3 of 3 Lot 16, Block 1, Wildridge Subdivision Saddleridge Townhomes, Unit #4 Ken Holzman Remodel Final Design Review _P.ECOMMENDED ACTION 1, Introduce Application 2. Applicant Presentation 3. Commission Review 4. Commission Action Respectfully submitted, AJ� aot.�� Jim Curnutte Town Planner PLANNING AND ZONING ACTION Approved as submitted ( ) Approved with Recommended Conditions (--T— Approved with Modified Conditions ( ) Continued ( ) Denied ( ) Withdrawn ( Date --L —Patti Dixon, Secretary The Commission ranted approval contingent upon the north window being .changed to be consistent with the headers on the doors • M -�N -ON TAFF REPORT TO THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION May 19, 1992 Lot 2, Block 1, Benchmark at Beaver Creek auodiviscon Mountain Comfort Furnishings Conceptual Design Review INTRODUCTION Joe Matyk, on behalf of the potential purchasers .of Lot Block 1, Benchmark at Beaver Creek Subdivision, is requesting conceptual design review of a proposed furniture store on the lot. Lot 2 is .54 of an acre (23,522 square feet) in size and is zoned Neighborhood Commercial cNCI. Tne NC zcne district is intended to provide sites for commercial facilities and serv•ces for the principal oener , or residents of the community and also to highway -oriented convenience Commercial needs. The following uses are permitted in the i1C zone dlstrizt: 1. Retail stores; 2. Professional offices; 3. Car wash; 4. Restaurants; 5. Accessory apartments. exclusive or the ground level story; 6. Church; 7. Additional uses deterinea :o be s-milar tc allowed uses in accordance Neth the intent cr this zone district. The Avon Comprehensive Plan shows that this crooerty is located within the "Notting:am Road Zcmme ^c,a u strict Subarea. This area's proximity to the I-70/Avon Road Interchange establishes its importarce to the ,-own s identity. Development that occurs here shouic reflect the standard of de,elopment that occurs in the Tcwn Center and Core Commercial Area, but should not compete with downtown in terms of size of buildings or intensity Cf aeveiopment. The Comprehensive Plan goes on to :fifer the fol.ow,ng recommendations for development w•tnin th-s subarea: - Develop Nottingham Road as a secondary streetscape. - Limit access points on Nott-ngnam Road to simplify traffic movements. - Require landscape setbacks and internal landscaping of parking lots. - Limit building heights to three to rour SLories. STAFF REPORT May 19, 1992 Page 2 of 3 TO THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION Lot 2, Block 1, BenchmarK at Beaver Cr -2e< Buboivi jion Mountain Comfort Furnishings Conceptual Design Review The site plan shcws that the ouiiding 'S pr000seo CC oe placed on the south 1/3rd of the l7dt with the minimum required 24 parking spaces and 1 ioading berth occupying the northern 2/3rds of the lot. Conceptua' landscaping is shown on the site plan. The 7,560 square foot building is oi.taea into a snowroom (5,180 square feet) and a storage area .2,380 square feet). This flat roofed building is 18' hign. Proposed ouilaing materials are 8' x 16" concrete block :ribbed in front and regular faced on sides and rear of the oui)ding). blacR meta. mansart roof structure at the store front, and a black metal cap along the top of the building. Store front glass wi'.I be tinted grey and the loading berth roll-uo door will be metal and painted grey to match the building. Tne bacK of the store will have 3 sets of windows, witn metal roofs aoove, along its 108 foot expanse. The sides of the tul ding wiii also have a set of windows and an area for signage. STAFF COMMENTS As this is a conceptual review, no formal acricn wil, ce taken at this time. However, Staff wou'3 offer r_ne=oilcwing comments: - Staff feels tnat it is impe-ative tnat ou" a,,gs proposed for Lots 2, 3, and 4, Block 1. Bencnmark at Beaver Creek Subdivisior. present as pleasing an arcr.itectura -ace toward I-70 as it does toward Nottingham Road. - The arzn;:ect�re of Ln1S=J'loing .ra.ltanaJ•ar concrete block, w•tn a f;at roof) seems more acorcor1ate y located in an industrial/:ommerciai Zone •31strict. - The information orovideo is insufficier_ to fully assess the proposed sign program. STAFF REPORT TO THE PLANNING AND ZONING C6MMISSION May 19, 1992 Page 3 of 3 Lot 2, Block 1, Benchmark at Beaver Creee Suoo'vision Mountain Comfort Furnishings Conceptual Design Review RECOMMENDED ACTION 1. Introduce Application 2. Applicant Presentation 3. Commission Review/Discussion Respectfully submitted, Jim Curnutte Planner I