PZC Minutes 071483?",
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
MINUTES OF THE P & Z COMMISSION MEETING
JULY 14, 1983, 7:30 P. M.
The regular meeting of the Avon Planning and Zoning Commission was
called to order on July 14, 1983, at 7:35 P. M., in the Town Council
Chambers of the Avon Municipal Complex, 400 Benchmark Road, Avon,
Colorado, by Chairman Bill Pierce.
Roll call was taken showinc the following members present: Bill Pierce,
Jerry Davis, Mike Blair, Ciint Watkins.
Members present after roll call were Tommy Landauer, Bob Zeeb, and Jim
Meehan.
Staff present: Dick Kvach/Planning Director, Renee' Flader/Recording
Secretary.
Reading and Approval of P & Z Minutes of 06/30/83 meeting:
Clint Watkins moved to approved the minutes of the 06/30/83 meeting.
Motion was seconded by Pike Blair and was passed unanimously.
Benchmark Cleaners, Variance, Lot 23, Block 1, Benchmark Subdivision._
(Tabled at 06/3 LU meeting):
Dick Kvach explained at the previous meeting (06/30/83), the applicant
had requested to put this propane tank at the north side of the building
and they were asked to find a better location so that it would be
screened more from the public's vices. He explained the conditions of
the origii:ai staff report were: (1) That the tank location and type
comply with all Fire Department regulations, (2) That the tank be
screened from the view of passing motorists and adjourning property
owners by either a screened fence or plantings of an evergreen variety,
and (3) That the tank be removed within 30 days after natural gas is
available to this building.
Greg Miller, applicant, presented an Agreement to Lease from the owner
of the building that he has permission to put the tank on the northeast
corner of that building. He explained an approximately 6' high cedar
fence would be used.
After further discussion, Mike Blair moved to approve the request witt:
the original conditions and conditions that: (4) A 6' high cedar fence
be used, 15) That it be stained to match the lower brick, and (6) That
a letter from t'�e owner, Henry Uolff, be obtained giving his approval
that the tanks be located on the west side of the building just south
of the offset line. Motion was seconded by Jerry Davis and passed una-
nimously.
Colorado Ute Electricg_1_Assocj,si.4i11 Special Review Us -e, Transmission
Line Between Berry Creek and Metc&1L_ Ro,,3�
Dick Kvach introduced the request of the applicant and explained they
were requesting a Special Review Use permit for the installation of a
Transmission Line extending from the 115 kv line west of Wildridge Sub-
division southerly to the 69 kv line at a point approximately 1300 feet
east of the westerly Avon town limits. The route will generally follow
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the June Creek Valley for approximately 4000 feet before crossing the
easterly ridge into the next valley and tying into the present 69 kv
line alignment. He recommended approval subject to: (1) That prior
to Town Council action, a legal description of the centerline of the
proposed alignment be provided, (2) That any disturbed areas be reve-
getated during the first available growing season after completion of
the construction of the line, and (3) That a revegetation plan be
submitted for the alignment prior to Town Council approval of the
Special Review Use request.
John McNeil, representing Colorado Ute Electrical Association, present-
ed an aerial photo showing the approximate location.
After lengthy discussion, the request was continued until July 15, 1983,
at 3:30 P. M. for site inspection by the Commission.
On July 15, 1983, at 3:30 P. M., P & Z Commission members Bill Pierce,
Jerry Davis, Mike Blair, and Clint Watkins, met and inspected the site
of the proposed location with Colorado Ute Electrical Association
representatives. Town staff members present were Dick Kvach/Planning
Director, Renee' Flader/Recording Secretary. Councilman Al Connell
was also present.
After inspecting the location site, Jerry Davis moved to approve the
request with the conditions submitted by staff and the condition (1)
that by 02/01/85 (within 18 months), Colorado Ute Electrical Association
submit to the Town of Avon a study which outlines the costs, problems
and feasibility of removing the 115 kv line through Wildridge and the
Metcalf Canyon and paralleling it with the proposed 115 kv line down
to the existing substation on Metcalf Road. The study should consider
the extension of the 115 kv line east of the Metcalf Substation to a
point where it ties back in with the existing 115 kv line. Motion was
seconded by Clint Watkins and was passed unanimously.
This meeting for the site inspection of the proposed location was
adjourned at 4:40 P. M., July 15, 1983.
Metcalf Warehouse, Exterior Renovation, Sidina and Roofing, Lot 34.
5 ock 1. BenQhmark Subdivision:
Dick Kvach introduced and explained the request of the applicant that
they be allowed to renovate the exterior of the three buildings on
Lot 34, Block 1, Benchmark Subdivision. Ile explained the changes which
would be replacing the metal roof with Fiberglass Roofing Shingles and
installing T111 over the exterior stucco walls. He recommended approv-
al of this request.
Al Lamboley, applicant, was present for discussion.
Clint Watkins moved to approve the request of the applicant. Motion
was seconded by Tommy Landauer and was passed with Chairman Bill
Pierce opposing for reason of inconsistency.
Brownlee Duplex, 3rd Story Addition. Lot 40, Block 2. Benchn
division•
This request remained tabled awaiting word from applicant.
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Balas Townhouses, Greenhouse Addition Lot 7 Block 1, _Benchmark Sub -
Dick Kvach introduced the request of the applicant, Ken Sortland, repre-
senting the owners, Clements-Balas Partnership of Balas Townhouses,
Phase I, that he be allowed to add a sun room onto the south side of
Unit D. He explained the addition would extend five feet six and one
half inches beyond the building. Staff recommended approval of this re-
quest.
After short discussion Tommy Landauer recommended the request be
approved subject to (1) That the Homeowner's Association approval must
be achieved prior to obtaining the Building Permit, and (2) Any future
greenhouses must be the same. Motion was seconded by Mike Blair and
was passed.
Applicant, Ken Sortland, added that this request was also for a north
side porch enclosure on Unit D.
After short discussion, Jerry Davis moved to approve, with conditions
of the original request, the enclosure on the north side of Unit D.
Motion was seconded by Tommy Landauer and was passed with Clint Watkins
and Bill Pierce opposing.
Buck Creek Plaza Trash Enclosure, Lot 72, Block 2, Benchmark Subdivi-
aion:
Dick Kvach explained the request of the applicant, Louie Jordan, repre-
senting Buck Creek Plaza. He stated the trash enclosure will be con-
structed out of pine 2X4's and 4X41s and would be stained to match the
color of the existing building. Staff recommended approval.
Bob Zeeb moved to approve this request with the condition that the
doors of the enclosure be 12"-16" off the ground, and that a closer
latch be installed at the bottom to hold the doors closed. Motion was
seconded by Jerry Davis and was passed unanimously.
Parking and Loading Regulations, Off -Street Loading Requirements.
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Discussion on the Parking and Loading Regulations was postponed until
the next regular meeting.
New Business:
Comprehensive Plan:
The Commission discussed the Special Public Meeting which they hosted
on July 7, 1983, and expressed concern with the way Plum Street Pro-
fessional Associates was conducting the study of the Comprehensive
Plan. It was the general feeling of the Board that the meetings be
held with a less time period between each meeting and there should
be more publicity with timing so that the general public would be able
to participate. The Commission generally felt that the Special Meetinci
conducted on July 7, 1.983, was successful mainly because there was
good public attendance and participa`ion. The Commission requested th,
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!An next meeting of the Comprehensive Plan to be held on July 27, 1983.
With no further business to discuss, Jerry Davis moved to adjourn this
meeting. Motion was seconded by Tommy Landauer and was passed unani-
mously. This meeting was adjourned at 10:22 P. M., July 14, 1983.
0' Respectfully Submitted,
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�► Renee' Flader
Recording Secretary
Planning and Zoning Commission
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