PZC Minutes 091686G
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
MINUTES OF PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MEETING
SEPTEMBER 16, 1986
The regular meeting of the Avon Planning and toning Commission was
held on September 16, 1986 at 6:50 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: Buzz Reynolds, Mike Blair, Tom Landauer,
Charlie Gersbach, Jeff Maddox, Pat Cuny
Members Absent: Mark Donaldson
Staff Present: Norm Wood, Director of Engineering and
Community Development - Jim Lamont, Planning
Consultant - Ray Wright, Engineering
Technician - Maggie Lach, Recc!rding Secretary
Work Session
Wood reviewed agenda items of September 16, 1986 with Commission.
Regular Agenda Items - 7:35 PM
Meyers Ranch - Info, -mal Discussion - Proposed Development
Wood stated this discussion is to bring the Commission up to date
on what is being proposed for the Meyers Ranch parcel which is
located immediately west of the Sunridge project. The proposed
development consists of 200, 1 and 2 bedroom units, Architect
Kevin Kreuz and developer John Werner are here to make
presentation.
John Werner of Republic Investment Corporation and developer of
proposed project stated that he became aware of the Meyers Ranch
property 6 months ago. He stated his concept is geared primarily
to an out of state market, with prices starting in the mid $60's.
He explained his starting point was 210 units, and would not be a
problem in theory, but the configuration of the site, which is
awkward, poses a problem.
Kevin Kreuz of DeGette Armon Kreuz architects stated that they
were retained to do a feasibility study to find out how realistic
it would be to put multi -family housing on this property. He
explained that 210 units are proposed with 70% 1 bedroom units and
30% 2 bedroom units. For budget reasons, there will be surface
parking. The parcel has an hour glass shape. Sunridge is to the
east, Highway 6 is to the sou'=h, the Eagle River is on the north,
and Arrowhead borders on the west. Kreuz went on to explain the
site layout from plans presented for review. He stated that the
main goal is to maintain the beauty of the property. The units
will be oriented to the river, which is considered a special
amenity.
Kreuz presented plans for Commission review and explained the
concept. He stated that i.f they followed the literal
interpretation of the code for parking, they would be in trouble.
He asked that Commission consider a comparison of the Sunridge
project. He explained that Sunridge has 198 residential units of
2 and 3 bedrooms, with 270 to 260 parking spaces. Developer is
proposing 190 units with 225 parking spaces. With 1 bedroom units
predominating, there is a much lower density per unit than at
Sunridge. He stated that they were requesting a comparison
approach rather than a literal approach.
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Meyers Ranch - Informal Discussion - Proposed Development, Con t.
Lamont discussed his conceptual comments with Commission and then
again explained those from the site plans submitted.
Werner stated that the total site is 11 1/2 acres, and 4 1/2 acres
is the western -most portion.
Discussion followed between Commission and developer regarding
parking, large amount of asphalt on-site, access, amenities, and
preservation of on-site vegetation.
Lamont then reviewed conceptual comments in relation to the goals
for Development Di.strict 5, and stated that some commercial space
on-site would be beneficial.
Blair then thanked Kreuz and Werner for their presentation.
Lot 1 Blk. 1. BM @ BC - Pester Gas Station - Design Review
Wright stated that Pester Marketing Company, which owns and
operates the Pester gas station on Nottingham Road has applied for
design review for changes they propose to make to the existing
site. Changes include elimination of the existing 5 pump islands,
to be replaced by 3 new pump islands. The existing building which
houses the cashier and restrooms will be replaced by an 1,800
square foot convenience store and deli. The proposed building
materials include "Dryvit" stucco to be "Pearlash" in color, with
white painted cedar trim, and a 'Slate Grey" metal roof. Proposed
building height is 30 feet. Plans submitted include site plan,
landscaping plan, building floor plans and elevations, and Sign
Program.
Dave Galloway, engineer representing Pester introduced Lou Radeff,
senior sales manager with Pester.
Galloway stated that this is a total revamp of the building and
site. Landscaping will be increased and pump islands will be
multi -product dispensers with 3 grades of gasoline. He stated he
reviewed the Staff recommendations and saw no problem in complying
with those.
Commission then reviewed site plans submitted.
Reynolds had concerns of the propane tank being above ground and
stated that he would like to see that buried.
Galloway stated that if Commission wants tank buried, it would not
stop the project, but would prefer to see the plan approved as is.
Commission and Galloway then reviewed Staff recommendations and
site plan with building design.
Galloway stated that exterior walls would be stucco and presented
color samples for Commission review.
Discussion followed on design of the building regardiny columns,
trim color, overhangs., building color in general, and pitch of
roof, i.e., snow slides and large expanse of roof.
Commission and applicant concluded that application be continued
so that applicant could work on design of building, including roof
design, that the site plan was generally acceptable per Staff
comments, with the exception that the propane tank be buried on
the site.
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Lot 1 Blk 1 BM G BC - Pester Gas Station - Sign Variance and
Design Review
Wright stated that Pester Marketing is requesting variances from
the Sign Code for signs they propose to install on the site in
conjunction with planned site improvements. Wright explained that
the proposed project ID sign is 30 feet in height, with an area of
75 square feet per side, and will be located where the flagpole
now stands. The existing price sign is 11 feet high, with 40
square feet per side, and applicant is proposing to leave it where
it stands. If the price sign is allowed to stay, it will need a
variance from the 1C foot setback because it currently sits about
5 feet off the property line. They will need a variance for the
sign area on the project ID sign because the total area of the 2
signs pushes it ..o approximately 229 square feet, where the
allowable signage for the site is 92 square feet. Wright then
explained Section 15.28.0720 of the Sign Code, and Section
15.28.080(q)6 of the Sign Code to the Commission.
Galloway stated that they need both the price and ID sign. He
then presented color rendering of the proposed sign for Commission
review. He stated that the ID sign would replace the flag pole..
Discussion followed.
Cuny felt that the ID sign should be aesthetically pleasing. She
did not feel that Pester was an interstate gas station, but more a
part of the Town. She felt that a 30 foot sign was too high.
Discussion followed.
Landauer and Reynolds agreed that price and ID sign could be
incorporated into one sign to reduce square footage.
Discussion followed.
Commission concurred that application be continued so that
additional or revised information regarding square footage of the
signs could be submitted.
Blair thanked Galloway for his presentation.
Lots 73/47 Blk 2 BM G BC - Wynfield Inn - Development Sign
Variance and Design Review
Cuny left the Commission meeting at this point due to other
obligations and did not vote on the remainder of agenda items.
Wright stated that Wynfield Inn has applied for approval of a
variance from the Sign Code and design review of a development
sign which they proposed to install on their site. The sign is
proposed to be located at the southeast corner of the site, where
the free-standing project entrance sign will be located. The
proposed sign is one face, 64 square feet in area, and is to be 11
feet in height. The Sign Code allows a maximum of 16 squre feet
of sign area for development signs, and a maximum height of B
feet. The applicant has submitted a site plan showing the
proposed location of the sign, construction details, and a color
rendering for Commission review.
Susan Thompson, representative of Wynfield Inn stated they are
requesting a temporary sign which they would install within a
week, and it would stay in place for a maximum of 2 1/2 to 3
months. The purpose of the sign is to advertise pertinent
information regarding the Wynfield Inn and its opening.
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Lots 73/74 Blk. 2 BM C BC - Wvnfield Inn - Development Sign
Variance and Design Review, Con't.
Thompson presented rendering for Commission review. She stated
that the sign will be located on the southeast corner of the
property.
Reynolds asked if the sign could be made smaller.
Thompson stated that these are standard signs that are used
throughout the country. Changing the size would cause an
inconvenience, and since it is a temporary sign, we would ask that
the variance be granted.
Discussion followed.
Landauer motioned to approve the variance request for the
development sign per Section 15.28.090, Findings Required, 3.b.,i.
Gersbach seconded.
Landauer amended motion to include that sign is to be removed from
the site when the free-standing project entrance sign is
installed, or by January 1, 1987, whichever comes first.
Gersbach amended second.
Passed unanimously.
Lots 73/74 Blk '' BM G BC - Wvnfield Inn -Placement of
Satellite Antenna - Design Review
Wright stated that Wynfield Inn is requesting placement of a
satellite antenna. They have submitted a letter outlining the
dish's specifications. The dist: is 12' in diameter, it is
constructed of metal mesh, and there is now an alternate location
which applicant will address.
Susan Thompson, representative of Wynfield Inn stated they
initially were going to place the dish on the northwest corner of
the property. They determined that another possibility would be
to place the antenna on the south face of the 14 foot parapet wall
on the roof.
Site plans were submitted to Commission for review and comment.
Discussion followed.
Maddox motioned to approve the satellite antenna placement on the
roof structure with the conditions that all wiring and cable
related to the antenna installation shall be installed underground
or incorporated entirely within the structure; a mesh antenna will
be used; and color selection for the dish will match the building,
and :io advertising, logos, or identification shall be allowed on
the dish.
Reynolds seconded.
Passed unanimously.
Reading & Approval of P & Z Minutes of 9/2/86 Regular Meeting
Reynolds stepped out of the chamber at this point and was not
present for approval of the minutes or voting.
Maddox motioned to approve the minutes of the September 2, 1986
regular meeting as submitted.
Landauer seconded.
Passed unanimously.
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other Business
Reynolds rejoined Commission discussion.
Blair suggested that Commission members take a look at the Pester
gas station site.
There being no further business to discuss, Landauer motioned to
adjourn the meeting.
Reynolds seconded.
Passed unanimously.
Meeting adjourned at 10:35 PM.
Respectfully Submitted, 7
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Marg r t M. Lach,
Reco ing Secretary
Commission QApproval
M. Blair
P. Cuny
T. Landauer
J. Maddox
M. Donalds
C. Gersbac
A. Reynold
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