PZC Minutes 061385RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
MINUTES OF PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MEETING
JUNE 13, 1985
The regular meeting of the Avon Planning and Zoning Commission was held on June
13, 1985 at 6:40 PM in the Town Council Chambers of the Town of Avon Municipal
Complex, 400 Benchmark Road, Avon, Colorado. The meeting was called to order by
Chairman Mike Blair.
Members Present: Pat Cuny, Mark Donaldson, Mike Blair, Jerry Davis, Tom Landauer
Members Absent: Charlie Gersbach, Cheryl Dingwell
Staff Present: Norm Wood, Director of Engineering and Community Development
Jim Lamont, Planning Director and Consultant - Jim Williams,
Building Administrator - Ray Wright, Engineering Technician
Maggie Lach, Recording Secretary
Work Session
Wo—d gave an overview of the items on the agenda for this meeting, clarifying
the applicants' requests and outlining possible Commission action.
Lamont presented Master Plan maos to the Commission. He reviewed progress to -date
and outlined specific areas as they related to items on the agenda for this meeting.
Regular Agenda Items - 7:35 PM
Lot 62, Block 1, W.R. - Hazard Residence - Design Review - Con't. from 5/30/85
Regular Meeting
Wood stated thatrawings a been presented at the last meeting for this single
family residence on Lot 62. Conceptual approval was granted on May 30, 1985,
with concerns expressed regarding driveway grades, the provision of a colored
rendering of the project, complete landscape plan, more maneuvering/turning room
outside the garage area, and the opinion of the Wildridge Covenants Committee
on the proposed metal roof material. Applicant has provided a colored rendering
and a complete landscape plan for Commission review. Wood further stated that
the driveway grading plans need more work and recommended that this item be
considered on a preliminary review basis only, pending submittal of more complete
grading information.
Mike Hazard, applicant, presented drawings with additional grading information for
Commission review. He reviewed the changes made in the grading plans and stated
that he kept all transitions to a maximum of 11%. He also presented colored
rendering of project and discussed colors and materials proposed. He stated that
the Wildridge Covenants Committee had turned down his initial request for a metal
roof, but felt that he might be able to appeal that decision.
Donaldson pointed out that the Commission takes no part in enforcing the design
decision of the Covenants Committee. He stated that the Commission did approve
the metal roof at the last meeting.
Hazard then reviewed landscaping plans with Commission.
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Lot 52, Block 1, W.R. - Hazard Residence - Design Review - Con't. from 5/30/85
Re ular Meetin Cont.
0o state tat co ore rendering an landscape plan were adequate from e taff's
point of view.
Hazard stated he was not aware that maneuvering room at the garage was an issue of
concern. He stated he would rather deal with a slightly awkward situation than take
up more of the surrounding area.
Wood stated this was purely an on-site problem.
Commission agreed that applicant work out details on turn -around with Staff.
Donaldson mentioned concerns of the tunnel design. He felt that the grading should
support the design of the tunnel. He felt that moving the tunnel closer to the
center of the lot access would make the grading much easier.
Donaldson and Cuny agreed that final grading plans and tunnel design be brought back
for Commission review before granting final approval.
Davis disagreed and felt that final approval could be granted with the condition
that the final plans be approved by the Staff. If Staff and applicant could not
come to satisfactory agreement, then the matter could be brought back before the
Commission.
Davis motioned to grant final approval for the single family residence with the
condition that Staff review and approve the drainage and slope plans; the matter
is only to come back to the Commission in the event that Staff is not comfortable
with the final plans. Shingle or metal roofing material was also approved.
Donaldson seconded.
Passed unanimously.
Lot 4, Block 5, W.R. -
5/30/85 Regular Meetin
La Porte Townhomes - Triplex - Design Review - Con't. from
Wood reviewed Staff report and stated that concerns were expressed regarding
additional work on the building design, color scheme, landscaping, and the addition
of 2 guest parking spaces. Wood stated that revised site plan had been submitted
with the addition of the guest parking spaces, along with design changes. Changes
include white stucco replacing wood siding on garage level, relocation of fireplace
flues, and the addition of large vertical windows on the east and west sides of
*he building.
r.,rk Koch, applicant stated he provided a 3-dimensional model for Commission review.
He explained that the siding would be a gray Moore Guard stain, HC 158, and the trim
in lighter gray, Moore Guard 08073. He then presented changes made to project.
Donaldson felt that the changes improved the looks of the project.
Koch requested approval for either a metal roof or shingle roof to allow some
flexibility. He felt that the metal roof was superior to the shingle roof.
Donaldson stated he would be more inclined to approve a metal roof in a color that
blended in better with the rest of the building, such as a gray tone instead of the
proposed blue. He felt it would fit in better with the residential setting.
Davis agreed and stated he was more opposed to the color than to the actual metal.
Koch stated he would be agreeable to a matte pearl gray color for the roof.
Landauer agreed that a metal roof is superior to a shingle roof, but would prefer
a more neutral color than the blue.
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Lot 4, Block 5, W.R. - La Porte Townhomes - Triplex - Design Review - Con't. from
5/30/85 Regular Meeting, Cont.
oW od reviewed p ans an ase Commission if they emelt there was a eo,uate
landscaping.
Koch explained his landscaping plans and choices for Commission.
Donaldson stated he would like to see more landscaping on the street-scape side.
He felt that native vegetation 'is too difficult to re-establish in Wildridge.
Donaldson and Davis agreed that sodding the area was not necessarily the best answer.
Shrubs, small trees, etc., could be a workable solution.
Donaldson motioned to grant final design review approval for La Porte Townhomes with
the stipulation that either the pearl gray or dull gray colors be used for the
metal roof, or that the roor be shingles, and that the landscaping be worked out
at the Staff level.
Cuny seconded.
Landauer and Davis voted nay.
Davis had a problem with the metal roof.
Landauer had a problem with the color of the metal roof. He stated he heard noticing
specific regarding the landscaping.
Blair voted nay and asked for another motion.
Koch discussed plans for landscaping and stated he would use a shingle roof. He
stated that alternative colors for the metal roof would be dark brown or coronet tan.
Rather than hold up the project trying to decide on another color, he states he would
go with the shingles for the roof.
Landauer stated he wanted to see a final landscaping plan submitted in writing to
Staff, for the record.
Davis motioned to grant final design review approval for La Porte townhomes with the
condition that Wood review an additional landscape plan, and to accept the change
from a metal roof to a shingle roof.
Donaldson seconded.
Passed unanimously.
It was stated that the applicant could come back to the Commission if he had another
color for the metal roof.
Tract Q, Block 2, BM @ BC - Benchmark Shopping Center - Landscape Plan - Design
Review - Con't. from 5/16/85 Regular Meeting
Wood explained that applicant is proposing to upgrade existing landscaping, removing
wooden retaining walls and replacing them with concrete block walls, putting curbs
along the edge of the parking lot, and putting in a drain system and walkways of
brick pavers.
Wood then reviewed and explained plans to Commission.
Davis motioned to approve the landscaping plan as submitted and that Staff check
the safety of the sidewalks currently there and check the pavers to see if they go
to the doors of the businesses.
Landauer seconded.
Passed unanimously.
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Lot A, Block 2, BM @ BC - Penalty Box Restaurant in Avon Center - Patio Addition
Deg,i Review - Con't. from 5/16/85 Regular Meetin
0o state that the proposeTpatio ex en s out into the Town Center Mall and that
some of the concerns expressed at last meeting were continuity of walkway widths,
etc. The plan also calls for the placement of an awning over the entrance to the
restaurant. Wood explained that Staff has worked with applicant on the design
and with the Town Center Mall Committee and feels that this design will work for
the town and the applicant. Plans call for a 12;z foot wide patio with a 745 foot
wide walkway; length of the patio has been extended and walkway has been modified
around patio to provide a more continuous pattern around patio.
Wood reviewed and explained plans to Commission members.
Wood stated that the main concern was that the patio match the existing construc-
tion in the mall so that it looks like a permanent installation.
Cuny mentioned concerns of landscaping.
Wood stated that Staff and Mall Commiftee would be working with applicant and
that some present vegetation would be relocated.
Buck Letourneau, applicant stated that the proposed awning would be forest green,
but did not have a sample for the meeting.
Donaldson motioned to give final approval to the Penalty Box Restaurant patio with
the condition that concrete and pavers be reviewed to insure compatibility with
existing improvements; that final design and construction of wrought iron fence
be approved by Staff; and that applicant work with Staff on landscaping and
irrigation so it will match existing improvements.
Davis seconded.
Donaldson amended motion to approve the forest green awning for the Penalty Box,
and that the awning would have no printing on it.
Davis amended second.
Passed unanimously.
Lot 51, Block 3, t-0. R. - Rayy__D�upplex - Conceptual Review
0o state tat t is rrev ewew a ora up ex on of 31, Block 3, Wildridge. The
lot has an assigned density of 2 development rights which would allow the proposed
development. The proposed structure is to be constructed of 6 x 8 timbers treated
with a stain and linseed oil mi.,:, cedar shake roof, and native stone on exposed
concrete areas. The roof is ? 5:12 pitch. Wood stated that this application should
be considered a conceptual review due to limited grading plan around building.
Mike Ray, applicant stated that site and grading plan was being worked on by an
architect. The proposed structure would have rough sawn spruce finish on the
exterior. The stain will be a 1717 light brown.
Ray presented photos of similar projects he had completed within the valley.
He explained that he was trying to keep the site in a natural condition with the
existing vegetation.
Donaldson felt that the style of the structure fit in well in Wildridge.
Landauer motioned to approve the conceptual review for the Ray Duplex with the
conditions that applicant work on grading, drainage, and landscapinq and that trill
on corners of the project be trimmed according to the Wildricge Covenants Committee.
Donaldson seconded.
Passed unanimously.
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Planning & Zoning Fleeting Minutes
June 13, 1985
Page 5 of 9
Lot 2, Block 2, BM @ BC - (Resubdivision of Lots 29, 31 & 32, Block 2, BM @ BC)
Preliminary & Final Plat Review
Wood stated that this item was in relation to the next item on the agenda. This
was presented to Town Council at the June 11 meeting and they received the post -
plat and referred it to the Commission for review and comment prior to acting on
the approvals. The approval process for the preliminary plat will require notices
to be sent out to property owners and a public hearing will be held before Town
Council before approving the preliminary plat. Wood then reviewed staff comments
on the Staff report, 1-9, items to be addressed prior to final plat approval.
Hary Champlin, Vice President of Development for Aircoa was present as well as
Doug Nieman, engineer for Merrick & Company, and architect Carl Pickett. They
presented site plans and colored rendering of the project.
Wood suggested that the conceptual review be introduced along with the plat to
see how they relate, and then act separately on each item.
Terry Halverson, representative of Lot 30 spoke from the audience.and asked if the
50 foot lot line to the west was shown on the plat.
Nieman stated that plat shows re -plat of Lots 29, 31, & 32, so it does not reflect
the desired 50 foot change.
Wood explained that there was a re -plat of Lots 30 & 31 which adjusted the size of
Lot 30. It increased the size of Lot 30 and decreased the size of Lot 31. Re -plat
was approved by Town Council subject to some conditions and notes to be made on the
plat and to come back to the town for signatures and recording. Approval was
limited to 60 days for that approval. These never came back to the town and the
60 day period is long expired and has never been recorded in Eagle County. Wood
stated that recommendation includes re -platting of Lot 30, shown on plat pre-
viously approved.
Blair suggested that design review be addressed in relation to the plat.
Wood stated that proposed project consists of 150 unit motel with manager's living
quarters, club room, spa and laundry facilities. No related commercial facilities
are proposed. Total floor area of the building is approximately 76,000 SF, and
structure is a 4 story building with 1 story detached lobby/registration area.
The manager's living quarters would also be in that area. Building materials
include wood lap siding and stucco on the exterior and cedar shake roof with
proposed modular building construction. Wood explained that review was broken
dowr to Master Plan, site development plan, and zoning issues.
Carl Pickett, architect, presented and explained colored renderings and site plans
to Commission. Pickett stated that proposed Wynfield Place street would be
dedicated as a public street extending from Avon Road to Beaver Creek Boulevard.
He explained that amenities would include an indoor and outdoor jacuzzi, and an
indoor sauna. Central core facilities include laundry facility and maid work spaces.
There are 150 rooms total with 1 apartment, and 153 parking spaces, which is 1 per
accommodation unit, and 2 for the apartment. Proposed signage is low profile
signage at entrance, and a freestanding highway sign that would be located at the
northeast corner of the property. Total signage proposed is 144 SF total.
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Page 6 of 9
Lot 2, Block 2, BM @ BC - Wynfield Inn - Preliminary and Final Plat Review and
Desin Review, Con't.
Pickett presente landscape plan showing types and location. He stated tat
building coverage is 20% of the site and useable open space at 30.5%.
Pickett presented samples of proposed materials for project.
Pickett stated that the height of the building had been changed to 51 feet rather
than 46 feet. Wood siding on the end stairs was chosen to break-up stucco on
end walls of the building. He went on to explain the inte-ior of the building and
stated that the modular unit is 63 feet lona, 14 feet wide, and 91-2 feet high,
complete with plumbing and electrical. Wood siding is applied in the plant and is
6" exposed cedar lap siding with 1 x 6 cedar trim.
Lamont then reviewed Master Plan comments he had prepared along with the Master
Plan map.
Champlin stated that the site had been studied for 6 months and are sensitive to
Master Plan issues and adjacent sites and land uses. He felt that it would be
impossible to conform with every issue. He felt that the inclusi.;n of commercial
space is not profit oriented and does not generate house profit. It does add to
the cost of the room rate. He felt that the hotel user would patronize commercial
uses already in place within town.
Cuny mentioned concerns of limited amenities.
Champlin reiterated that amenities directly relate to the cost of the rooms.
Discussion followed on amenities within the facility.
Davis mentioned concerns of view corridor, surface parking, and placement of
project in relation to Savoy Square and driveway entrance.
Cuny mentioned concerns of barriers around the project and felt that it lacked
pedestrian ways and access.
Donaldson felt that more creative pedestrian -way designs and interconnecting
features should be thought out in relation to Master Plan and felt that landscape
strip, as far as parking impact, would be hindrance to snow removal. He felt that
conventional planning standards should be maintained in relation to the setbacks.
Terry Halverson spoke from audience and stated that when re -plat was done, there
was an access easement that would go through Lot 30 and the adjacent lot of 40 feet,
but owners do not know if they want that through access.
Wood stated main concern is to control access points.
Davis motioned to recommend that Town Council approve final plat subject to Staff
comments, 1-9, and that easement between Lot 30 and 31 not be a thoroughfare, but
used to control access to the lot.
Donaldson seconded.
Passed unanimously.
Wynfield Inn - Conceptual Review
oW _o _reviewed Staff comment—s--T-T comment—s--T-with Commission members.
Discussion followed.
Cuny motioned to approve the conceptual design of the Wynfield Inn with the condition
of Staff comments of the Site Development issues, B, 1-9, and the Zoning issues, C,
and Master Plan issues, A, 1-4.
Donaldson seconded.
Passed unanimously.
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Page 7 of 9
Lots 26-28, Block 1, BM @ BC - Zone Change - Vail Building Arts - Public Hearin
Wood stated that zone change request is for Lots 26-28, Block 1, from IC to SPA
for a bed and breakfast lodge. Ordinance 85-12 would accomplish this change.
Wood reviewed allowed uses in the IC and SPA zone district and stated that SPA
zone districts allow development according to an approved plan establishing
allowable densities, uses, required parking, and other zoning matters for all, or
any portion of a parcel so designated. He explained that the drawings submitted
show a 120, 300 SF motel units and approximately 130 parking spaces. The
project would consist of 2, 3 story buildings. The information submitted is in-
complete for design review or a SPA zone plan.
Les Shap4ro, applicant and general partner stated that Town Council had suggested
that he -hange his request to a variance or special use under IC. He gave an
overview of past approvals on this site for proposed construction and the marketing
done for the site. He stated that the land does not seem to be of use under the
present zoning. He believed an economy motel would work.
Shapiro presented plans for Commission review.
Shapiro felt that a motel was more indicative of the community rather than warehouses
and felt that the front range skier would use this facility. He stated that there
is a glut of office space available of 55,000 SF from Vail to Avon. He felt
that office space would be of no use to him, and the demographics are not on the
site for wholesale. He did not feel there was a need for the use of the ground
as currently zoned. He felt that a motel would be used by a family oriented
vacat4::ner and that the location, at $35-$55 per night would be used by that person
who would drive `1�e extra mile down the road.
Terrill Knight, planner for Shapiro and Alan Johnson of Prime Rate Motels were
present for discussion.
Johnson stated that concept of motel is rooms only and that they can provide a
lower room rate with sauna and jacuzzi amenities.
Johnson presented photos of motels in different areas of the country and stated
that their facades are totally adaptable to any area.
Lamont then presented Master Plan issues in relation to the proposed project and
the site. He stated that the goal statements really do not provide for this
kind of use. He had 3 suggestions: 1) create new zone district; 2) go with the
standard zone district; and 3) add hotel/motel usage to IC zone.
Blair opened the public hearing.
Wood stated that Hess Electric, adjacent property owner had submitted a letter
stating that they supported the zoning change.
There being no one in the audience wishing to be heard, the public hearing was
closed.
Terrill Knight, representative of applicant stated that advantages -of having or
not having the facility should be weighed. He felt that the SPA zone requirement
was appropriate because a development plan can be specified.
Davis did not feel location was appropriate and felt IC area was necessary for
town. He felt there was a lack of access.
Cuny agreed with Davis and foresaw problems with transportation and marketing, and
felt large signage would be necessary.
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Page 8 of 9
Lots 26-28, Block 1, BM @ BC - Zone Change - Vail Building Arts - Public Hearing,
Cont.
Donaldson felt that future demand on IC district was ques nable and that spot
zoning might become a problem for applicant and town.
Cuny felt that land cost and leases would be more expensive if motel were put in.
Shapiro asked that Commission consider tabling application rather than denying
it.
Discussion followed.
Clint Watkins spoke from audience and agreed that this was a Master Plan issue.
Donaldson motioned to table application at applicant's request until the July 11,
1985 regular meeting.
Da,!is seconded.
Passed unanimously.
Lot 56, Block 2, W.R. - Zone Change - SPA Plan Amendment - Ordinance 85-13
Donaldson stepped down due to a conflict of interest.
Wood stated that current SPA plan is for development of 2 duplex units which may
not be fractionalized. The requested plan amendment would allow 4 residential
units which could be fractionalized. He explained that the requirements for a
public hearing have been met. Drawings submitted show that on-site parking and
other requirements can be met, but approval should be contingent upon resutmittal
for design review and approval. Wood outlined criteria for Spa plan amendment,
1-3 of Staff comments.
Mark Donaldson, repreventative of applicant, Coyote Construction and Development,
stated that they would like to take advantage of the fractionalization ordinance.
He stated that a primary/secondary duplex is under construction. Donaldson
presented and explained plans for Commission review and stated that plans were
not for design review, but to physically illustrate that this plan will work with
fractionalized units.
Wood stated that main concern is which is more compatible, the duplex units or
multifamily units.
Blair clarified that amendment would change 2 duplexes to 4 residential units.
Davis recommended approval of the SPA plan amendment to allow 2 duplex units
because it is compatible with the proposed plan for the site.
Landauer seconded.
Donaldson abstained.
Motion carried.
Amendments to Off -Street Parkin iscRe - Ordinance 85-10
ssi
Donaldson rejoinedomissiun.
Blair opened public hearing.
There being no one wishing to be heard, the public hearing was closed.
Wood reviewed ordinance with Commission and stated, as an example, that when a
project such as Peregrine would come in for a parking review, you have a way of
establishing parking requirements up -front after all the space is leased out.
Blair had concerns of mi,.ed use definition.
Wood stated that the allowable reductions are the same, but on a large single -use
project, any area that is over 25.. of the total commercial area takes into account
the disproportionate share for 1 particular use. He explained that this removes
the reduction for just large lots and the mixed-use reduction combines it, rather
than the way it is currently. It establishes guidelines for when those reductions
ire allowed.
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June 13, 1985
Page 9 of 9
Amendments to Off -Street Parkin Re uirements - Ordinance 85-10, Con't.
DonaTcTson recummen e t at own ounce approve Ordinance -
Landauer seconded.
Passed unanimously.
Reading and Approval of P & Z Minutes of 5/30/85 Regular 1tin
6 a deferred the reg ing of t e minutes of ay 3 198!)'untilthe next regular
meeting.
Wood introduced Ray Wright, Engineering Technician to Commission members.
There being no further business to discuss, Donaldson motioned to adjourn the
meeting.
Davis seconded.
Passed unanimously.
Meeting adjourned at 12:55 M1.
C'�ectfully m ted,
Mdrgdr M.
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Recording Secretary
Commission Approv 1 (//
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M. Blair •�
P. Cuny 42
T. Landauer
C. Dingwel
J. Maddox
M. Donalds
C. Gersbac