PZC Packet 012087rmr
STAFF REPORT TO PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSIO14 - 1/20/87
Holy Cross Electric Association, Inc.
Special Review Use
Uprating Existing 69KV Line to 115KV
Public Hearing
INTRODUCTION:
Holy Cross Electric Association, Inc. has applied for Special Review Use approval
to upgrade an existing electric transmission line from 69KV to 115KV. This
existing transmission line runs from the electrical substation on Metcalf Road
easterly to the Town boundary and then beyond the Town boundary to an electrical
substation in Eagle -Vail. The line proposed for u.rarade is the southerly line
of the two existing lines.
The proposed alignment generally follows the same alignment as the existing line.
The plans submitted with the application indicate a relocation of only two
support structures. The existing wooden support structures will be replaced
with steel support structures. Support structures on tangent sections will
consist of single steel poles, and structures at angle points will consist of
three steel poles. The typical tangent section structures are shown as 70 feet
tall which is 18 feet taller than the existing two pole structures. The typical
angle point structures are shown as 57 feet tall which is 5 feet taller than the
existing three pole structures.
Steel structures are to be galvanized with a color finish designed to minimize
visual impact. A sample is to be presented at the meeting for evaluation.
Conductors are to have a non -reflective surface to minimize visual impact
between support structures.
STAFF COMMENTS:
Plans submitted with the application have been reviewed primarily to evaluate
visual impacts of the proposed upgrade. Based upon this review, Staff feels the
visual impact of the proposed upgrade will not increase significantly. In some
areas the impact may be reduced somewhat by the use of single pole structures
in place of the current two pole structures. Alternate locations were also
considered in this review and it does not appear that the visual impact of the
project would be reduced significantly within the Town boundaries through
relocation of the line.
The plans were also reviewed for compatibility with the Wildwood and Buck Creek
Road plans. It appears that the two revised structure locations may conflict
with the approved roadway plans. The existing structures are shown as being
located outside the roadway construction limits and the proposed structure
locations appear to be within the construction limits.
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Holy Cross Electric Association, Inc.
Special Review Use - Uprating Existing 69KV Line to 115KV
Public Hearing
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Other items which should be addressed in the review of this application include
the possible expansion of existing access roads or construction of new access roads
required for construction of the project. These should be prohibited or treated
as a separate review process. Revegetation of all disturbed areas is also very
critical due to the erosion potential of this project. These particular items
become especially critical in view of the applicants past performance in
related areas:
A landscape plan for the substation on Metcalf Road was approved by the
Design Review Board in October of 1980. The resultant landscaping does not
fully conform with the approved plan and the subsequent results resemble an
excess excavation disposal site rather than a landscape project.
A Special Review Use for the upgrade of an existing transmission line
between the Wolcott Substation and the Metcalf Road Substation was approved
in March of 1983. One of the conditions of that approval was:
"That the existing access road to the existing transmission line
which is visible from Metcalf Road be removed and revegetated
after the proposed line is installed within the Town of Avon".
Installation of the proposed line is complete. No visible effort to remove the
access road and revegetate the area has been made.
The location of the project beyond the Town boundaries is not a part of
this application. This is not to say that this is not an area of concern.
The most visible portion of the line is located east of the existing Town
boundary. However, this area does have potential for future annexation and
development as well as being highly visible from the main entryway to the Town.
Approval for this portion of the project will be by Eagle County rather than
the Town of Avon. It would be appropriate for the Town to express its concerns
regarding the line location through this area and request that Eagle County take
this into consideration in the review of the project.
STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS:
Staff recommends approval of the Special Review Use application subject to the
following conditions:
1. That the existing access road to the existing transmission line which is
visible from Metcalf Road be removed and revegetated as required by the
Special Review Use approved March 22, 1983;
Staff Report to Planning & Zoning Commission - 1/20/87
Holy Cross Electric Association, Inc.
Special Review Use - Uprating Existing 69KV Line to 115KV
Public Hearing
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2. That a revised landscape plan for Lot 10, Block 1, Benchmark at Beaver
Creek (Metcalf Road Substation) be approved by the Town of Avon and all
construction completed prior to issuance of a construction permit for
the transmission line upgrade as per this Special Review Use application;
3. That no existing access roads be modified and no new access roads be
constructed;
4. That no land be disturbed until a revegetation plan has been reviewed
and approved by the Town of Avon;
5. That the two structures shown in revised location be installed in the
same location as existing structures to avoid interference with future
road construction in accordance with approved plans;
6. Any changes with the Town boundary which may be required as a result of
the Eagle County review and approval process be resubmitted to the Town
of Avon for review and approval.
Resolution No. 87-4 is attached for your consideration. If the Commission
concurs with the Staff Recommendations, the corresponding action can be taken
by the adoption of Resolution No. 87-4. If the Commission does not concur with
Staff Recommendations, the Resolution can be modified accordingly.
In addition, Staff also recommends that a letter be addressed to the Eagle County
Planning Department expressing concerns regarding the transmission line
location outside the current Town boundaries. A suggested letter is attached
for your consideration.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
1. Introduce application;
2. Presentation by applicant;
3. Public Hearing;
4. Commission action on Resolution No. 87-4.
Respectfully Submitted,
Norm Wood
Director of Engineering
and Community Development
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STAFF REPORT TO PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION - 1/20/87
Lot 45 and Part of Lot 46, Block 2, Benchmark at Beaver Creek
Special Review Use (Transfer of Residential Development Right)
Public Hearing
INTRODUCTION:
This application is for approval of a Special Review Use to transfer one (1)
Pesidential Development Right from Lot 46, Block 2, Benchmark at Beaver Creek,
to Lot 45, Block 2. Lot 46 was divided into two parcels when a portion of it
was foreclosed on along with the Falcon Pointe project.
The applicant, ACP Inc., which now owns Falcon Pointe, requests that one of
the Residential Development Rights assigned to Lot 46 be transferred to Lot 45.
The transfer of this Development Right is necessary for the renovated Falcon
Pointe Lodge to meet the requirements of the Fractionalization Ordinance.
Lot 45 currently has 30 Residential Development Rights assigned to it, but the
renovated proje,.L requires 31 Development Rights due to the size and number of
the remodeled units.
STAFF COMMENTS:
Town records indicate that there are 32 Residential Development Rights assigned
to Lot 46, Block 2, Benchmark at Beaver Creek. The part of Lot 46 that was
taken through foreclosure is equal to approximately 25% of Lot 46. In this case
the applicant may be entitled to 25% of the Development Rights assigned to
Lot 46, but they are only requesting to transfer one Development Right. This
transfer would result in Lot 45 and Lot 46 each having 31 Residential Development
Rights.
Attached to this report are the "Special Review Use Guidelines" which the
Commission must use to determine if the Special Review Use is warranted.
RECOMMENDED ACTIONS:
1. Introduce application;
2. Presentation by applicant;
3. Public Hearing;
4. Planning and Zoning Commission review of S.R.U. Guidelines;
5. Adopt Resolution 87-2 with appropriate modifications.
Respectfully Submitted,
Engineering Technician
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Staff Report to Planning & Zoning Commission - 1/20/87
Lot 45 and Part of Lot 46, Block 2, Benchmark at Beaver Creek
Special Review Use (Transfer of Residential Development Right)
Public Hearing
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Planning & Zoning Action:
Approved as Submitted ( ) Approved with Recommended Conditions ( )
Approved with Modified Conditions ( ) Continued ( ) Denied ( ) Withdrawn
Date / d Patricia Cuny, Secretary
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STAFF REPORT TO PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION - 1/20/87
Lot 11, Block 1, Benchmark at Beaver Creek p4m Avon Auto Body and Frame
Variance Request for Aboveground Propane Tank
Public Fearing
INTRODUCTION:
Louis Medeiros, owner of Avon Auto Body and Frame, has requested a variance from
the Zonino Code to allow placement of a 500 gallon, aboveground propane tank,
on Lot Ii, Block 1, Benchmark at Beaver Creek. Section 17.20.180(B), of the
Zoning Code states: "All permanent fuel storage tanks shall be completely
buried beneath the surface of the ground."
The applicant proposes to place the tank within the enclosure at the northeast
corner of the site. This area is currently planned as a storage area for
demolished vehicles. The enclosure is approximately 14' x 40' and is
surrounded by a 6' high fence.
STAFF COMMENTS:
Staff feels that the proposed location is not the best available. By placing
the tank within the fenced area, the applicant loses at least one space for a
wrecked vehicle. This location also raises some safety questions as well.
Disabled vehicles being pushed into this area may hit the tank, etc.
Staff has discussed this situation with the applicant and Warner Properties,
the owner of the building. All agreed that it would be better to place the
tank just outside the fence, between the fence and the berm. This addresses
the safety concerns and keeps the parking within the fence intact. There is
adequate room between the fence and the berm for the tank, and the berm is high
enough to screen it from Metcalf Road.
Other aboveground installations of LP gas tanks have been approved by the
Commission in the past. Such approvals have been treated as a variance and
the conditions of approval have been as follows:
1. That the tank location and type comply with all Fire Department
regulations;
2. That the tank be screened from view of passing motorists and adjoining
property owners by a fence or landscaping;
3. That the tank be removed from the site within 30 days after natural gas
is available to the site.
Staff Report to Planning & Zoning Commission - 1/20/87
Lot 11, Block 1, Benchmark at Beaver Creek
Avon Auto Body and Frame
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Public Hearing
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Section 17.36.040 Approval Criteria, states:
Before acting on a variance application, the design review board shall consider
the following factors with respect to the requested variance:
A. The relationship of the requested variance to other existing or potential
uses and structures in the vicinity;
B. The degree to which relief from the strict or literal interpretation and
enforcements of a specified regulation is necessary to achieve compati-
bility and uniformity of treatment among sites in the vicinity, or to
attain the objectives of this title without grant of special privilege;
C. The effect of the requested variance on light and air, distribution of
population, transportation and traffic facilities, and public facilities
and utilities, and public safety;
D. Such other factors and criteria as the board deems applicable to the
proposed variance. (Ord. 81-9 S1(d)).
Section 17.36.050 Findings Required, states:
The Planning and Zoning Commission shall make the following written findings
before granting a variance:
A. That the granting of the variance will not constitute a grant of special
privilege inconsistent with the limitations on other properties classified
in the same district;
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 one or more of the following reasons:
1. The strict, literal interpretation and enforcement of the specified
regulation would result in practical difficulty or unnecessary physical
hardship inconsistent with the objectives of this title;
2. There are exceptional or extraordinary circumstances or conditions
applicable to the site of the variance that do not apply generally
to other properties in the same zone;
3. 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 same district. Ord. 81-9 S1(e)).
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Staff Report to Planning & Zonina Commission - 1/20/87
Lot 11, Block 1, Benchmark at Beaver Creek
Avon Auto Body and Frame
Variance Request for Aboveground Propane Tank
Public Hearing
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STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS:
If the Commission approves this variance, Staff recommends the following conditions
be made a part of such approval:
1. That the tank be located between the vehicle storage lot fence and the
landscape berm;
2. That the tank be adequately screened from Metcalf Road by the berin
and landscaping;
3. That the tank type and installation comply with all Fire Department
regulations;
4. That the tank be removed from the site within 30 days after natural
gas is available to the site.
RECOMMENDED ACTIONS:
1. Introduce application;
2. Presentation by applicant:
3. Public hearing.
4. Commission review of criteria and findings required for
approval of variance;
5. Adopt Resolution 87-3 with appropriate modifications.
Respectfully Submitted,
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Engineering Technician
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Staff Report to Planning & Zoning Commission - 1/20/87
Lot 11, Block. 1, Benchmark at Beaver Creek
Avon Auto Body and Frame
Variance Request for Aboveground Propane Tank
Public Hearing
Page 4 of 4
_Planning & Zoning Action:
Approved as Submitted ( ) Approved with Recommended Conditions ( )
Approved with Modified Conditions ( ) Continued ( ) Denied /( ) Withdrawn ( )
Date / 'i0 Patricia Cuny, Secretary
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STAFF REPORT TO PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION - 1/20/87
Tract Q, Block 2, Benchmark at Beaver Creek
Vacation Properties Network (Formerly Ski & Shore Real Estate)
Sign Design Review
INTRODUCTION:
Ski & Shore Real Estate was recently sold to Vacation Properties Network, and
as a result, they are requesting design review of new business signs that they
would like to place on the Benchmark Shopping Center. Benchmark Shopping
Center currently has an approved sign program, but the applicant wishes to
deviate from that program and has submitted plans for their proposed signage.
They have also had Jim Cunningham, owner of the Benchmark Shopping Center,
review their plans. He has submitted a note stating that he has reviewed the
plans and has no problem with the proposed signage.
STAFF C0144ENTS:
The approved sign program for the Benchmark Shopping Center allows individual
businesses to erect signs on the fascias of the building. The plans show the
sign area to be that area between the columns that support the overhang and
fascia, minus approximately 2.25 feet on each end to separate the signs. The
program describes the vertical height of the sign area as 18". The
columns supporting the fascia and the overhang are approximately 15 feet apart.
When you subtract approximately 4.5 feet from this area you are left with
approximately 10.5 to 11 feet in length. This, multiplied by the 18" height
allowed, totals approximately 16 square feet of fascia sign area per business.
The program also limits letters on the signs to a height of 10", and provides
for the use of logos on the signs. The sign program also allows each ground
level business to have an "arcade" sign which is to hang below the soffit
(overhang). The area allowed for this sign is approximately 3 square feet
per side for a total allowance of 6 square feet. It would seem from these
calculations that the sign allowance intended for each business is approxi-
mately 22 square feet. The fascia areas where signs will be allowed are
supposed to be framed with 1" x 4" trim boards, painted light gray. The
signs are to be mounted on a gray sign board measuring the 18" high and the
approximate 11 feet in length. This sign program was approved on November 29,
1984, with the condition that all signs on the building would conform with the
sign program i thin two years. The two years has passed and, to date, there
are no signs on the building that conform to the sign program. The approved
program calls for new 1" x 4" gray trim boards to be installed around the
fascias to define the various areas where signage would be allowed. This has
never been done. The landlord is responsible for seeing that the conditions
of the sign program are adhered to, and the landlord has made no obvious
attempt to put the program into effect.
The applicant is proposing a fascia sign that measures approximately 2 feet
by 11 feet, for a total of approximately 22 square feet. The logo for the
business, which is located at the left side of the sign, is proposed to be
approximately 30" in height, which adds approximately .5 square feet to the
total area. They are also requesting approval for a smaller sign that they
wish to erect on the west side of the building.
Staff Report to Planning & Zoning Commission - 1/20/87
Tract Q, Block 2, Benchmark at Beaver Creek
Vacation Properties Network (Formerly Ski & Shore Real Estate)
Sign Design Review
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This sign is a logo only, that measures approximately 2 feet by 2.5 feet, for a
total of approximately 5 square feet. The total area of the proposed signage
is approximately 27.5 square feet.
The style and materials proposed are also different from those called for in
the sign program. The applicant proposes that the signs be either sandblasted
wood, with the letters and logo being raised from the background, or wood -on -
wood, with the background being flat and the letters and logo being mounted
on it. The backgro and is proposed to be a dark green and the logo and
lettering white. The sign itself will have a white border around it. The
smaller logo sign on the west side of the building is to be the same as the
larger sign as far as materials and color go. Lighting for the signs will be
as described in the sign program.
Ski & Shore currently has two signs in place at the Benchmark Shopping Center.
One is mounted on the south fascia and measures approximately 3 feet by 8 feet,
for a total of approximately 24 square feet. There is also a smaller sign
located on the west side of the building that measures approximately 2 feet
by 2 feet, for a total of 4 square feet. This brings the total existing sign
area to approximately 28 square feet.
The applicant fee's that the sign program for this building is too restrictive.
The Sign Code calls for sign programs to include several alternatives for
signage so as not to be so restrictive as to eliminate individuality. Staff
feels that the proposed style and colors for the signs are acceptable, but the
signs should be made to conform with the sign program as much as possible. If
the fascia sign were reduced in size to approximately 18" x 8'6", it would
total approximately 13 square feet and be within the size limits of the program.
STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS:
Staff feels that this deviation from the approved sign program is acceptable,
however, the proposed signage should fit within the guidelines of the program
as much as possible. Staff recommends that, if the Commission grants approval
for the proposed signage, that the following conditions be made a part of such
approval:
1. .+at the height of the main body of the fascia sign be reduced from the
proposed 24" to no higher than 18";
2. That the logo be reduced in size so as not to exceed a maximum of 24";
3. That the length of the sign not exceed the 10.5 to 11 foot length limit
called for in the sign program;
4. That the lettering on the signs not exceed the maximum of 10" in height;
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Tract Q, Block 2, Benchmark at Beaver Creek
Vacation Properties Network (Formerly Ski & Shore Real Estate)
Sign Design Review
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5. That the total area for the fascia sign not exceed the 16 square feet
maximum allowed in the sign program; Rt
6. That the fascia sign be bordered with the gray trim boards per the
approved sign program.
Respectfully Submitted,
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Planning & Zoning Action:
Approved as Submitted ( ) Approved with Recommended Conditions (X
Approved with Modified Conditions ( ) Continued( ) Denied ( ) Withdrawn ( )
Date %--��/' Patricia Cuny, Secretary
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STAFF REPORT TO PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION - 1/20/87
Lot 25, Block 2, Benchmark at Beaver Creek
Christie Lodge
Christie Lodge Owners Association
Sign Program - Design Review
INTRODUCTION:
The Christie Lodge Owners Association has applied for design review of a new
sign program for the project. They would like to replace the project identifi-
cation signs which are mounted on the buildings at the east and west ends of
the project, replace the existing freestanding sign by the main entrance to the
project, and replace the current signage for businesses in the project. They
are requesting that the existing signage for "The Country Store" and "Western
Sun Sports" be allowed to remain.
The proposed sign program calls for signs to be made of sandblasted redwood,
with Teal Blue (PMS #321) lettering and border, on a white background. Letter
style is proposed to be "University Roman Bold Display". The proposed program
also requires that all new signage be approved by the Owners Association as well
as the Town's Building Department.
STAFF COMMENTS:
A comparison of the approved sign program and the proposed sign pro5ram is
outlined below:
SIGN TYPE CURRENT PROGRAM PROPOSED PROGRAM
Busine— ss Signs 25 sq.ft.mazim�m of indicated)
Project I.D. 56 sq.ft. existing 48 sq.ft.
Freestanding 64 sq.ft. existing 52 sq.ft.
The proposed project I.D. signs are to be made of the same materials and colors
as the business signs. A color rendering has been submitted. The two signs
will be identical and each will be approximately 24 square feet in area for a
total of approximately 48 square feet. This is a reduction of approximately 15%
from the existing signage.
The existing freestanding sign by the main entrance is proposed to be replaced
by a directory measuring approximately 4' x 6.5' for a total of approximately
26 square feet per side. Again, this sign will be made of sandblasted redwood
with the same lettering and colors as the other signs. The total area of
approximately 52 square feet for this sign is a reduction of approximately 20%
from the existing signage.
The proposed sign program does not specify maximum letter heights or maximum
business sign areas. Discussions with the applicant have led to the following
specifications for business signs. Lettering for individual business signs will
be a maximum of 8" in height. Length of the sian will be determined by the
amount of lettering required, however, no individual business sign will exceed
12 square feet of sign area. This is a reduction of approximately 50% from the
existing sign program.
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Lot 25, Block 2, Benchmark at Beaver Creek
Christie Lodge
Christie Lodge Owners Association
Sign Program - Design Review
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The applicant requests that the existing signs for "The Country Store" and
"Western Sun Sports" be allowed to remain as long as these businesses stay.
It is the applicant's intent that any new signs for new businesses that may move
into these spaces will be made to conform to the new sign program. All other
businesses in the project will have their current signs replaced if this new
program is approved.
STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS:
This proposed sign program has been submitted mainly in written form. The plans
for the sins are actually color renderings, and do not provide adequate detail
to serve as the sign program itself. They are useful for seeing the letter style,
colors, and basic sign composition, but the written document will better serve as
a guide for future sign requests. If the Commission feels that this new sign
program is acceptable, Staff would recommend that, as a minimum, the following
additions be made to the written document for the sign program:
1. That the lettering for individual business signs be a maximum of 8"
in height;
2. That individual businesses be allowed one exterior sign of no more
than 12 square feet;
3. That placement of individual business signs will be limited to the
fascias directly in front of the commercial spaces that they relate to.
Respectfully Submitted,
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Engineering Technician
Planning & Zoning Action:
Approved as Submitted ( ) Approved with Recomnended onditions ( )
Approved with Modified Conditions ( ) Continued( Denied ( ) Withdrawn
Date / DZ Patricia Cuny, Secretary
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STAFF REPORT TO PLANNING & ZONING COtM1ISSION - 1/20/87
Lot 63, Block 2, Benchmark at Beaver Creek
Sea Mountain Developers
Extension Request for Peregrine Development Sign
INTRODUCTION:
At the January 12, 1984 meeting, the Planning and Zoning Commission granted an
extension for the Peregrine development sign, which was originally approved
in October, 1981. According to Section 15.28.080(H,3) (Development Signs):
"In no case may a sign be retained for more than two years, unless an extension
is granted by the Planning and Zoning Commission."
STAFF COMMENTS:
This development sign is currently in place in front of the Peregrine project,
and is approximately 15 square feet in area. The maximum allowable area for
development signs is 16 square feet. The sign itself is in good condition,
but the border and mounting are in need of repair. Section 15.28.090(5)
Maintenance Required - Enforcement, states, in part: "All signs in the Town
of Avon shall be properly maintained, at all times...".
STAFF P.ECOMENDATION:
If the Commission feels that it is appropriate to grant an extension for this
development sign, Staff suggests that the following conditions be made a part
of that approval:
1. That the border and mounting be repaired and repainted to improve the
appearance of the sign:
2. That the sign be placed at least 10 feet back from the right-of-way
along Benchmark Road.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
1. Introduce project;
2. Presentation by applicant;
3. Commission review of submitted material;
4. Act on application.
Respectfully Submitted,
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ng'neering Technician
Staff Report to Planning & Zoning Commission - 1/20/67
Lot 63, Block 2, Benchmark at Beaver Creek
Sea Mountain Developers
Extension Request for Peregrine Development Sign
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Planning 2 Zoning Action:
Approved as Submitted ( ) Approved with Recommended Conditions k.)
Approved with Modified Conditions ( ) Continued ( ) Denied ( ) Withdrawn ( ;
Date Patricia Cuny, Secretary