PZC Minutes 111594RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
PLANNING AND x,uNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES
November 15, 1994
The regular meeting of the Town of Avon Planning and Zoning Commission was called to
order by Chairman Jack Hunn at 7:30 PM, November 15, 1994 in the Council Chambers,
Avon Municipal Building, 400 Benchmark Road, Avon, Colorado. All members were
present.
Members Present- Jack Hunn, Henry Vest
Rhoda Schneiderman,
Bill Sargis, Patti Dixon.
Sue Railton, Buzz Reynolds.
Staff Present: Norm Wood, Acting Director of
Community Development, Mary
Holden, Town Planner,
Sheila Kremski, Recording
Secretary
CONSENT AGENDA
The following items were scheduled on the Consent Agenda.
1. Lot 109, Block 1, Wildridge Subdivision Fence.
2. Approval of November 01, 1994, Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting
Minutes
Mary Holden described the Consent Agenda and requested to add to Old Business Lot
63,Block 2, Benchmark at Beaver Creek Subdivision, Seasons at Avon, Final Decision on the
Cupolas Henry Vest moved to approve the November 15, Consent Agenda and Sue Railton
seconded, and the motion carried unanimously.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Lot 63, Block I. Wildridge Subdivision Guida Side Yard Setback. Resolution 94-25 Public
Hearing
Mary Holden stated the applicant is requesting a 2 feet encroachment, for a total of an 8 feet
side yard setback. The retaining wall will be 2 feet off the south property line. The applicant
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Lot 63, Block 1. Wildridge Subdivision. Guida. Side Yard Setback, Resolution 94-25, Public
Hearing (Con't�
has previously received approval on March 15, 1994, to encroach into the side and front
yard setbacks with a retaining wall The staff recommends adoption of Resolution 94-25
The applicant, Mike Guida, was present He suggested he may not asphalt completely to the
wall Since the access is so tight to the garage he is requesting further encroachment
Chairman Hunn proceeded to open the public hearing No public input, therefore public
hearing closed
Sue Railton moved to approve Lot 63, Block 1• Wildridge Subdivision, Guida Side Yard
Setback, Resolution 94-25, Public Hearing, with the following findings
A That the granting of the variance will not constitute a grant of special privilege
inconsistent with the limitations on other properties in the vicinity
B That the granting of the variance will not be detrimental to the public health
Safety, or welfare, or materially injurious to properties or improvements in the
vicinity
C That the variance is warranted for the following reasons
i The strict or literal interpretation and enforcement of the regulation would
result in practical difficulty or unnecessary physical hardship inconsistent with
the objectives of this title.
ii The strict or literal interpretation and enforcement of the specified
regulation would deprive the applicant of privileges enjoyed by the owners of
other properties in the vicinity
Seconded by Bill Sargis Motion carried by a 5-2 vote Rhode. Scheinderman and Henry
Vest oppose
Lot 87/88. Mountain —S4a< Subdivision. PUD Amendmcnt Rgsolu i n 94- 8 Public Hearinb
Mary Holden stated the applicant has applied for a PUD amendment for the elimination of a
common lot line between lot 87 and 88 The elimination will create one lot and reduce the
number of lots for Mountain Star PUD Staff recommends adoption of Resolution 94-28
Rick Pylman is present on behalf of the applicant. Mountain Star Limited Liability Co Rick
confirmed Mary Holden's request
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Lot 87/88. Mountain Star Subdivision PUD Amendment. Resolution 94-28. Public Hearin
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Chairman Hunn opened the pubic hearing. No comments. Public hearing closed
Buz Reynolds motioned to approve Lot 87/88, Mountain Star Subdivision, PUD
.Amendment, Resolution 94-28, Public Hearing with the following findings and condition
FINDINGS
1 The PUD is consistent with the development patterns and locations set
forth in the Town of .Avon Comprehensive Plan,
2 The PUD is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan goals and objectives
related in land use and proximity to the town core.
3 The PUJ is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan goals and objectives
relented to the environment,
4 The PUD is consistent with the Transportation Plan traffic generation
forecast for this propene
CONDITIONS
I The existing Mountain Star Subdivision PUD Development Plan and
Standards still apply
Seconded by Henry Vest Motion unanimously carried
Lot 14/15, Block I. Benchmark at Beaver Creci S ecial Review Use, Auto Repair.
Resolution 94-24 PublicHeariq_
Mary Holden stated the applicant is requesting to operate a semi-mobile vehicle repair shop
at the Vail -Avon Commercial Park The space would be approximately 805 sq ft Approval
will increase the parking demand on the site and increase the potential for a parking problem
for the site Staff recommends Resolution 94-29 which denies the Special Review Use
Robert Barr was present on behalf of the applicant, Paul Bennicoff Robert was in favor of
postponing the request due to the applicant being unprepared
Chairman Hunn opened the public. hearing No comments Public hearing closed
A letter of protest was submitted by Jovice Wilson
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Lot 14/15, Block 1. Benchmark at Beaver Creek Special Review Use, Auto Repair.
Resolution 94-29_ Public Hearing (Con'tl
Rhoda Schneiderman motioned to table Lot 14/15, Block I. Benchmark at Beaver Creek,
Special Review Use, Auto Repair. Resolution 94-29, Public Hearing. Seconded by Bill
Sargis Motion unanimously carried
Lot 98 Block I. Wildridge Subdivision. Special Review Use, Home Occupation, Pet Car;
Resolution 94-27, Public HeafinLL
Mary Holden stated applicants request for a home occupation for "Quality Pet Care
Services " Applicant will provide pet care services of which the service is mobile therefore
no pets will be at the residence of the applicant Staff recommends adopting Resolution 94-
27
The applicants, Virginia Laiming and Andre Willner, explained their service would provide
care for pet owner at the owners home
Chairman Bunn opened the public hearing No comments Public hearing closed
Rhoda Schneiderman motioned to approve Lot 98, Block I, Wildridge Subdivision, Special
Review Use, Home Occupation, Pet Care, Resolution 94-27, Public Heating, with the
following findings and conditions
FINDINGS
A The proposed use otherwise complies with all requirements imposed by
the zoning code, and
B The proposed use is consistent with the objectives and purposes of the
comprehensive plan, and
C The proposed use is designed to be compatible with the surrounding land
uses and uses in the area
CONDITIONS
1 The home occupation will be incidental and subordinate to the use of the
dwelling unit as a residence
2 The home occupation may not alter the exterior of the property of affected
the residential character of the neighborho^d
3 Employees are not allowed to work o,. one property
4 Clients are not allowed at the home occupation
5 Domestic animals associated with the business are not allowed on Lot 98,
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Lot 98, Block 1. Wildridge Subdivision Special Review Use Home Occupation, Pet Carp
Resolution 94-27, Public Hearing_(Con't)
Block 1, Wildridge.
6. This home occupation is permitted for the applicants only and does not run
with the land.
Seconded by Henry Vest. Unanimously carried.
OLD BUSINESS
Lot N. Block 3. Benchmark at Beaver Creek Subdivision, Upper Eagle Valley Sanitation
District Re -Roof
Mary Holden stated the applicant has requested to withdrawal the application
Lot A. Block 2. Benchmark at Beaver Creek Subdivision Lodge at Avon Center
Mary Holden stated the applicant requests the removal of the stairs leading from the western
parking areas to the structure. This area would be landscaped with sod. Currently they are
under disrepair. The request does not comply with the Design Rules, Regulations and
Procedures and the removal of the stairway would not promote efficient pedestrian
circulation on the site. Therefore, stiff recommends denial of the request.
Bob Roman, on behalf of the Home Owners Association, was present He feels there is an
increased amount of liability with the traffic, bot!-. pedestrian and vehicle, with the location of
the stairs.
Rhoda Schneiderman motioned to deny Lot A, Block 2, Benchmark at Beaver Creek
Subdivision_ Lodge at Avon Center Seconded by Patti Dixon. Motion unanimously carried
Lot 22. Block I. Benchmark at Beaver Creek Subdivision. Shed Placement
Mary Holden stated the applicant requested approval for the placement of a "Tuff Shed" on
the southwestern portion of the site. The shed would be located 7 5' from the side yard
property line. Staff recommends approval with the conditions listed in the staff report
The applicant, Jeff Spanel, was present Jeff felt the shed would be more appropriate for the
storage of items and requested any landscape suggestions.
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Lot 22, Block 1. Benchmark at Deaver Creek Subdiv ,.Jon Shed Placement. (Con.'t)
Rhoda Schneiderman motioned to approve Lot 22, Block 1, Benchmark at Beaver Creek
Subdivision, Shed Placement with the contingency that the shed be all one color including the
trim and with the following conditions:
1. A landscape plan accompany the shed placement, to be approved by Staff.
2. The shed be painted to match the main structure.
Seconded by Henry Vest. Motion unanimously carried.
Lot 4. Block 1. Benchmark at Beaver Creek, Golden Eagle Service Center.
Mary Holden stated the applicant requested appo oval for the conversion of the two proposed
wash bays on the south end into service bays. The only change is the addition of garage
doors on the bays. The staff recommends approval with the condition tho' the parking lot be
striped.
Ron Bifani, the applicant, stated that the increase of customers has called for more bays to
service vehicles.
Henry Vest motioned to approve Lot 4, Block 1, Benchmark at Beaver Creek, Golden Eagle
Service Center with the condition that the parking lot be st. iped. Seconded by Patti Dixon.
Motion unanimously carried.
Commission member, Buzz Reynolds, formally steps down from the Commission for the next
two requests.
Lot 24. Block 2. Wildridge Subdivision Fuel Tank
Mary Holden stated the applicant is requesting approval for placement of a 300 gallon diesel
fuel tank for 6 months on the lot. Staff recommends denial based on non-conformance with
the Design Review Procedures, Rules and Regulations
Monica Reynolds was present on behalf of the applicant She stated the alternative location
for the fuel tank at Lot 43, Block 3, Wildridge Subdivision, Bober Residence Purpose of the
fuel tank is for the backhoe and loader used in excavation
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Lot 24. Block 2. Wildridge Subdivision Fuel Tank (Con't)
Patti Dixon motioned to table for a new site location of Lot 24, Block 2, Wildridge
Subdivision, Temporary Fuel Tank Storage. Seconded by Rhoda Schneiderman. Motion
unanimously carried. Buzz Reynolds abstained fi•om the vote.
Lot 44, Block 3. Wildridge Subdivision. Reynolds Site Modifications
Mary Holden stated the applicant requested approval for the placement of fill on the south
side of his basketball court and the addition of a barbecue area in the back _yard of his
residence. The barbecue will be just west of the existing basketball court. The area will be
approximately 15' by 20' and contain a bench of stones Staff recommends approval with the
condition the disturbed area be revegetated with native grasses and bushes
Monica Reynolds is present on behalf of applicant She had no comment
Henry Vest motioned to approve Lot 44, Block 3, Wildridge Subdivision, Reynolds Site
Modifications with the condition the disturbed area be revegetated with native grasses and
bushes. Seconded by Patti Dixon Motioned carried Jack Hunn nay- Buzz Reynolds
abstained from vote
Lot 63, Block 2. Benchmark at Beaver Creek Subdivision. The Seasons at Avon. The
Elimination of the Cupolas
Mary Holden stated the applicant has requested approval of the Seasons cupolas. The
Commission had approved other architectural elements to the structure at the November I.
1994 P & Z meeting, excluding the cupolas, until the November 15, 1994 site visit The
applicant was present for the cupola approval
Steve Elken was present on behalf of the applicant No comment
Patti Dixon motioned to approve Lot 63, Block 2, Benchmark at Beaver Creek Subdivision,
The Seasons at Avon, The Cupola Elimination. Seconded by Buz Reynolds Motioned
carried. Rhoda Schneiderman nay.
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Lot 97, Block 1, Wildridge Subdivision. Revised Landscape Plan
Mary Holden stated the applicant has submitted a revised landscape plan. satisfying one
condition of his Final Design Review Approval, dated May 17. 1994 Staff recommends
approval with the condition the Ponderosa Pines and the Rock Spirea meet the Town of
Avon minimum size standards, which are 6-8' for coniferous trees and 5 gallons for shrubs
Applicant is also requesting an additional approval of roof
Peter Romanelli was present on behalf of applicant He agrees with landscape
recommendations The roof will have a portion of metal
Commission has concerns about reflectivity of metal roof, especially at the location The
home meets 2 of the 3 criteria The material is architechually appropriate and the willingness
to meet the gage and rib spacing of the material specifications but the reflectivity, viewing
from above the site, does not comply with the one of the three criteria Therefore not
meeting all the criteria
Buz Reynolds motioned to approve Lot 97, Block I, Wildridge Subdivision, Revised
Landscape Plan with staff recommene.at ions and to deny roof request Seconded by Patti
Dixon Motion carries by a 5-2 vote Bill Sargis and Sue Railton nav
FINIAL DESIGN' REVIEW/MODIFICATION
Lot 56. Block 2. Benchmark at Bedm_er Creek Subdivi ion. VaiL Bank. Master Sign Program_
Mary Holden stated the applicant has requested approval of the Vail Bank Center Master
Sign Program The Master Sign Program will contain approximately 316 73 square feet of
signage, which includes building identification and tenant signs The application indicates
second floor signage which is discouraged in the sign code and was not allowed on the Slifer,
Smith and Frampton building However, second floor signs were recently approved for the
Century 21 Building The Commission should determine whether second floor signs will he
allowed in the future, so a consistent policy ma} be established Staff recommends the
Commission determine if second floor signs will be permitted If not, staff recommends the
sign program be approved with the condition second floor signs are not allowed
Larry Ast was present on behalf of the applicant Ile feel the program presented will inhance
the property The signage is subtle The only illuminated sign is the building identification
sign
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Lot 56. Block 2, at Beaver Creek Subdivision, Vail Bank. Master Sian Program
Con 't
Rdhoda Schneiderman motioned to approve Lot 56. Block 2, Benchmark at Beaver Creek
Subdivision, Vail Bank, Master Sign Program, for Vail Bank signs only (four signs) and with
door and tenant signs coming back for approval Sue Railton seconded Motion failed 3-4
vote Jack Hunn, Rhonda Schneiderman, and Sue Railton for approval Henry Vest. Bill
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Sargis, Buz Reynolds, and Patti Dixon opposed
Bill Sargis motioned to approve Lot 56, Block 2, Benchmark at Beaver Creek Subdivision,
Vail Bank, Master Sign Program Seconded by Patti Dixon Motion carries by a 4 to 3 vote
Bill Sargis, Patti Dixon, Henry Vest, Buz Reynolds for approval Sue Railton, Rhoda
Schneiderman, and Jack Hunn opposed
OTHER BUSINESS
Lot 37. Block I. Wildridge Subdivision Siding Material Change
Scott Sherwood requested a change in the siding material Approal was for a 1 by 6 lap and
applicant wants to change it to a I by 8 lap. making it a ' inch difference Staff recommends
change since it complies with code Commission allowed change
With no further business the meeting was adjourned at 9 40 PM
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Respectfully submitted,
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Sheila Kremski
Recording Secretary
Comruss
B. Sargis
S.Railton
R. Schnzi
A. Reyna
P. Dixon