PZC Packet 032524AVON PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION
MEETING AGENDA /������'�,
TUESDAY, MARCH 25, 2024/�
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1. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL (CHAIRPERSON)
2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
3. DISCLOSURE OF ANY CONFLICTS OF INTEREST OR EX PARTE COMMUNICATION RELATED TO AGENDA ITEMS
4. PUBLIC BEARINGS
4.1. MJR24001 EAGLEBEND POCKET PARK - MAX MORGAN PLANNER / MICHAEL LABAGH RECREATION
DIRECTOR
5. CONSENT AGENDA
5.1. MARCH 12, 2024, PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES
6. FUTURE MEETINGS
6.1. APRIL 8, 2024 (MONDAY - WITH PZC TRAINING)
6.2. APRIL 22, 2024 (MONDAY)
7. STAFF UPDATES
7.1. NET ZERO EXPO-APRIL 8
8. ADJOURN
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TO: Planning and Zoning Commission
FROM: Max Morgan, MURP, Town Planner
RE: MJR24001 - PUBLIC HEARING
DATE: March 25, 2024
PROJECT TYPE:
PUBLIC HEARING:
LEGAL DESCRIPTION:
ADDRESS:
ZONING:
PROPERTY SIZE:
STAFF REPORT OVERVIEW:
Major Development Plan Review
Required
Lot 1 and Tract 0-2 McGrady Acres Subdivision
5415 Eaglebend Drive
Planned Unit Development ("PUD")
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This staff report details one application for improvements at the existing, Town -owned Eaglebend Pocket Park
("park").
SUMMARY OF REQUEST:
Major Development Plan review
("MJR") applications are required
for "all new building construction
600 square feet or greater
(§7.16.180(C)(1))." All Major
Development Plan review
applications submitted to or by the
Town initiate a public hearing with
the Planning and Zoning
Commission (" PZC"). PZC is
asked to review the application and
determine if the application is
approved, approved with
conditions, denied, or if more
information is needed to make a
determination.
The plans for this application do not
include a single structure greater
than 600 square feet however, the
scale of the proposed project
suggests an MJR application is appropriate.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
Figure 1 - Map of Site and Surrounding Area
The Town, in collaboration with Zehren and Associates ("Zehren"), a local architecture, planning, land use
and landscaping design firm, has designed updates to the existing park to including:
• Four (4) play areas, designed for specific age groups and activities
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• One (1) bike rack
• An entry plaza
• Three (3) picnic tables
• An open-air, shelter structure
• Benches
• A drinking fountain
• Three (3) parking spaces on the opposite side of the cul-de-sac
• Three (3) sides of fencing
• Additional lighting (LED, solar -powered bollards)
PROPERTY DESCRIPTION:
The property is located on the
eastern end of the Eaglebend
Drive cul-de-sac, in the
McGrady Acres subdivision.
The property was dedicated to
the Town in 1991 and the park
saw its original construction
around 2002. Tract 0-2 was
conveyed to the Town in 2022
as part of the resubdivision of
Lots 5 and 6 of McGrady Acres.
In its current state, the park has
a picnic table, bench, swing set,
dog waste bag dispenser, and
play structure. The park also
houses substantial underground
utilities for water, electricity, and
sewer on the western portion.
Figure 2 - View of Pork Looking North
The park is bounded by Eaglebend Drive to the south, a single-family home to the west, the dormant Union
Pacific railroad tracks and surrounding right of way to the north, and the currently under -construction McGrady
Acres subdivision development to the east. McGrady Acres has rebranded as "The Kestral" as of early 2024.
The park in its current state offers views of the Beaver Creek ski resort to the south, and the Village at Avon,
including the Traer Creek building and Piedmont Apartments to the north. Residential communities impede
some visibility to the west and east of the park however, the park generally offers unencumbered views of the
natural environment.
Pocket parks, including the Eaglebend Pocket Park, are typically designed to serve residents of the
surrounding neighborhood. Pocket parks are usually smaller in scale when compared to other public parks.
Similarly, pocket parks are often less -connected to public transportation lines, and offer fewer place -making
opportunities for large groups, like what can be observed in the larger Harry A. Nottingham Park. In short -
pocket parks are intended to serve as a local amenity rather than a regional destination.
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Figure 3 - Existing Play Structure
nd Pocket Park suggest that park access
imperative to promote healthy lifestyles
nd choices to recreate. According to the
020 American Community Survey, 66.4%
f the residents in the surrounding
eighborhood rent their homes, 80% are
)w-income, 68% are Latino, and 27% of
ie total population is under twelve (12)
ears of age. These statistics are all
igher than Town -wide averages. 12.4%
f residents who live near Eaglebend
locket Park lack access to a vehicle,
ihich inhibits them from easily recreating
i other popular locations like the White
river National Forest, or Harry A.
lottingham Park, over one mile away.
The pocket part is within walking distance
to the Eaglebend Apartments complex, which has 240 affordable workforce housing units with young
families. An adjacent McGrady Acres / Kestral development of twenty-four (24) townhomes, which includes
one deed restricted workforce housing unit, has provided an additional 6,098 square feet to the'/4 of an
acre pocket park creating space for the additional improvements. Additionally, the expanded park is
intended to benefit children attending an anticipated day-care facility nearby, that is slated for development
in the future.
PUBLIC NOTIFICATION & COMMENTS:
Notice of the public hearing was published in the Vail Daily on March 14, 2024 in accordance with Sec.
7.16.020(d) of the Avon Development
Code (ADC). Mailed notice is not required
for this application. No comments were
received concerning this application.
The Town conducted a public engagement
meeting at the Eaglebend Apartments on
January 31 st, to present the park design to
community members and garner
feedback. Meeting participants expressed
that the Town should look to address park
access. Specifically, some attendees
indicated existing conflicts between
motorized and non -motorized users on
Eaglebend Drive. The owner / resident of
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the property on the opposite side of park, Figure 4 - Existing Swing Set and Contiguous Residential Property
next to the proposed parking area, gave
support for the park improvements and did not express concerns over the design.
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Additionally, the Town met with the owner / resident of the single-family home contiguous to the park to
discuss the updated park design. The individual communicated to Town staff that he endorses the split rail
fence (as opposed to other fence types) proposed as the boundary between the park and his property, is
hopeful that tree removal can be performed to address aspen trees interfering with his driveway, and was
"50/50" of the parking spaces but hopeful that it will reduce illegal parking on the cul-de-sac. The individual
asked staff to reconsider the design that included a grill, and the grill feature was subsequently removed
from the design.
PLANNING ANALYSIS:
GENERAL REVIEW CRITERIA - § 7.16.020(f)(1)
1. The development application is complete;
Staff Comments: Staff has determined that this application is complete.
2. The development application provides sufficient information to allow the reviewing authority to
determine that the development application complies with the relevant review criteria;
Staff Comments: Staff has determined that this application provides sufficient information to determine
that the application complies with the relevant review criteria.
3. The development application complies with the goals and policies of the Avon Comprehensive
Plan; and
Staff Comments: This application presents compliance with several goals and policies relevant to the
Town's Comprehensive Plan (2017) including:
Policy A.1.1: Encourage redevelopment and revitalization of outdated, rundown, or otherwise
neglected areas.
Policy B.1.1: Include sufficient land for public uses such as schools, recreation, community facilities,
and government services.
Policy C.3.4: Encourage development of civic and recreational amenities that benefit all
neighborhoods.
Goal H.1: Provide an exceptional system of parks, trails, and recreational programs to serve the
year-round needs of area residents and visitors.
4. The demand for public services or infrastructure exceeding current capacity is mitigated by the
development application.
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Staff Comments: While not the primary function of the development application, this proposed project
seeks to enhance access to public transit with the inclusion of a Path Connection to the bus stop on
Post Boulevard. This connection should reduce undesirable pedestrian activity across the railroad
tracks- the existing, informal route
that individuals and families in the �° "'�`
area currently use. Staff feels that °'�"� a,
by enhancing pedestrian Polk Enplaza 1�Parvres�
connections, this project mitigates Racv(��
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MAJOR DEVELOPMENT PLAN
REVIEW CRITERIA - § 7.16.080(g)
1. Evidence of Substantial
Compliance with the purpose of
the Avon Development Code
("ADC")
Staff Comments:
• Allowed Use: The use is not
changing, and a park is
allowed at this site.
• Easements: The site contains a 40'
utility easement on the western side
of the park. The plans show
minimal development in the
easement, in order to reduce risk of
displacement or removal of park
features.
• Grading / Drainage: The Town's
Engineering Department has
continuously advised on the plans
for this project relative to grading
and drainage. Zehren and Town
Engineers have tracked grading
across the site, and applied
appropriate amenities, including
hand railings, where required.
Engineers also seek to maintain
culverts and critical drainage points. Figure 6 - Pedestrian Access Easement at McCrady Acres
Specifically, the existing bioswale
on the north portion of the cul-de-sac has been preserved in the plans, and existing curb and gutter
will remain.
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• Mobility and Connectivity: Provisions have been made to encourage the use of bicycle and
pedestrian travel. The pedestrian connection as well as bicycle racks enhance non -motorized
connectivity. McGrady Acres has provided an easement through the neighboring site to the east in
order to connect the park to an existing bus stop on Post Boulevard. A 4' sidewalk is also included
in the plans, as a means to connect the parking area with the park.
• Parking: No parking is required however, three (3) parking spaces, including one ADA parking
stall, and a loading area are included in the plans.
• Landscaping: The project features native, mulched landscaping in thoughtful locations (Blue
Spruce in areas with shade, low-water plantings in sun -lit areas, perennials on the park perimeter
and surrounding play areas), and minimal turf grass. The Active Play Area includes sod but is not
considered landscaping however, even when included in the irrigation plan, the Active Play Area
does not contribute to non -compliant water use at this site.
Fences: The park features a combination of wooden split rail fencing and metal fencing. The split
rail fencing applies to areas around the existing residential property on the western side of the
park, and along a portion of the northern side of the park. The metal fencing applies to areas along
the McGrady Acres residential development boundary, and is appropriate and in compliance with
the Avon Municipal Code. Staff initially expressed concern that the metal fence was too "climb-
able" and asked that the fence be revised to feature vertical slats rather than horizontal. The
proposed fence has'/4" gaps that do not provide the "climb -ability" that initially concerned staff.
• Lighting: The lighting plan and outdoor wall light included in the lighting plan are appropriate for
this project and in compliance with Design Standards for exterior lighting (§ 7.28.090(c)(6)). Bulbs
are not exposed, and lighting is ensconced to project towards the ground. The bollards presented
include 3000K LED solar -powered lights, which automatically adjust to the time of day.
Colors and Materials: Zehren presented colors and materials that complement and blend with the
predominant colors and values of the surrounding natural environment. Pavers and some seating
are stone, playground equipment largely features natural color tones and materials, with the
exception of Large Play Structure with Slides and Swings, and the picnic shelter is made of cedar
wood. Metal is present on benches, drinking fountains, light bollards, waste receptacles, and the
siding for the porta-potty enclosure.
• Not applicable to this application are design standards for Access Drive Requirements, Building
Height, Density, Setbacks, Lot Coverage, and Snow Storage
2. Reserved
3. Design Conformity with the Avon Comprehensive Plan and other applicable, adopted plan
documents.
Staff Comments: The project complies with Avon Comprehensive Plan (2017), and advances several
aforementioned policies and goals (Policy A.1.1, Policy B.1.1, Policy C.3.4, and Goal H.1).
The site is located in the Riverfront District (District 2 of the Comprehensive Plan), which states, "The
Riverfront District has significant residential, lodging, commercial, and service uses. The area is mostly
developed, except near the Westin hotel. The District provides access to Beaver Creek Village, U.S.
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Highway 6, the Eagle River, and the Eagle Valley Trail. Planning and development of this District must
incorporate these key assets. Visibility from U.S. Highway 6, protection and enhancement of the
riparian environment along the Eagle River, and appropriate public access along the river should be
taken into consideration with all development."
The Avon Comprehensive Plan's District 2 Planning Principles include:
• Add sidewalks and landscaping along roads
• Minimize the loss of trees and impact to the riparian area while achieving urban design goals.
• Examine the potential to develop pedestrian and bicycle connections between Stonebridge
Drive and the Village at Avon District
4. Consistency with any previously approved and not revoked subdivision plat, planned
development or any other precedent plan or land use approval for the property as applicable.
Staff Comments: The proposed plans are in general conformance and harmony with the surrounding
residential neighborhood uses.
6. Capacity for city services, including but not limited to roads, water, wastewater, fire protection
and emergency medical services.
Staff Comments: The proposed project does not exacerbate the capacity of city services. The water
needed to maintain this park does not require expansion of services.
7. Conformity with the character of the surrounding community.
Staff Comments: The proposed project is an excellent representation a neighborhood amenity
designed to serve the surrounding community. The park is designed to be family -friendly, safe, and
natural in its look and feel.
OPTIONS:
PZC has the following options:
• Approve as outlined below;
• Approve with modified findings and conditions;
• Continue application to future meeting pending additional details or studies; or
• Deny application after formulating justifiable findings.
RECOMMENDED FINDINGS:
The following section includes the applicable commentary and analysis for a Major Development Plan
Review application. Review Criteria was considered for this development applications and findings are as
follows:
1. The development application for the park improvements is complete;
2. The development application provides sufficient information to allow the reviewing authority to
determine that the development application complies with the relevant review criteria;
3. The development application for the park improvements complies with the goals and policies of the
Avon Comprehensive Plan; and
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4. The demand for public services or infrastructure exceeding current capacity is mitigated by the
development application.
§ 7.16.080(g), Development Plan shall be considered as the basis for a decision on development plan
applications:
1. The development plan for Eaglebend Pocket Park improvements is in compliance with the purpose
of the Development Code as specified in Section 7.04.030, Purposes;
2. Reserved;
3. The design and proposed modifications for the park conform with the Avon Comprehensive Plan
and other applicable, adopted plan documents;
4. The proposal is consistent with any previously approved and not revoked subdivision plat, planned
development or any other precedent plan or land use approval for the property as applicable;
5. The proposed project is compliant with all applicable development and design standards set forth
in this Code, including but not limited to the provisions in Chapter 7.20, Zone Districts and Official
Zoning Map, Chapter 7.24, Use Regulations and Chapter 7.28, Development Standards;
6. That the park can continue to be adequately served by city services, including but not limited to
roads, water, wastewater, fire protection and emergency medical services; and
7. The design of the park conforms with the character of the surrounding community; or, where
redevelopment is anticipated, relates the development to the character of Avon as a whole
RECOMMENDED MOTION: `7 move to Approve Case #MJR24001, an application for Major Development
Plan Review for Eaglebend Pocket Park based on the findings and condition as outlined in Staffs report."
Conditions:
1. License agreement between the Town and developers of McGrady Acres Subdivision for the
encroachment and maintenance of the retaining walls and fencing required
Thank you,
Max
ATTACHMENTS:
ATTACHMENT A: Application Materials
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Town of Avon - Eaglebend Pocket Park
View from the North
Existing Play Structure Existing Swing Set
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Town of Avon - Eaglebend Pocket Park
Existing Bench Land for Park Expansion
Latino Community as Part of Visioning Process
AVON PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION
MEETING ABSTRACT .4von
MONDAY, MARCH 11, 2024 C o L o R A U 0
PZC TRAINING: 5:00 PM
PLANNING COMMISSION TRAINING AND INTRODUCTORY WORKSHOP (TOWN ATTORNEY NINA P. WILLIAMS)
PUBLIC MEETING: 6:00 PM
1. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
ACTION: THE REGULAR MEETING WAS CALLED TO ORDER AT 6:06 PM BY CHAIRPERSON SEKINGER.
A ROLL CALL WAS TAKEN, AND PLANNING COMMISSIONERS BRAD CHRISTIANSON, OLIVIA COOK, BILL GLANER, AND
ANTHONY SEKINGER WERE PRESENT. ALSO PRESENT WERE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR MATT
PIELSTICKER, AICP, PLANNING MANAGER JENA SKINNER, AICP, TOWN ATTORNEY NINA WILLIAMS, AND TOWN
MANAGER ERIC HEIL. COMMISSIONERS TOM SCHAEFER AND KEVIN HYATT WERE NOT IN ATTENDANCE.
2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
ACTION: COMMISSIONER CHRISTIANSON MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE THE AGENDA. COMMISSIONER COOK
SECONDED THE MOTION, AND THE MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY, 4-0.
3. DISCLOSURE OF ANY CONFLICTS OF INTEREST OR EX PARTE COMMUNICATION RELATED TO AGENDA ITEMS
NONE
4. PUBLIC BEARINGS
4.1. NONE
5. CONSENT AGENDA
ACTION: COMMISSIONER GLANER MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA. COMMISSIONER
CHRISTIANSON SECONDED THE MOTION, AND THE MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY, 4-0.
5.1. FEBRUARY 6, 2024, PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES
5.2. RECORD OF DECISION TMP24001
5.3. RECORD OF DECISION REZ23001
6. FUTURE MEETINGS
6.1. MARCH 25, 2024 (MONDAY)
6.2. APRIL 8, 2024 (MONDAY)
7. STAFF UPDATES
7.1. CPA23001 COMP PLAN AMENDMENT
7.2. EAGLEBEND POCKET PARK UPDATE
7.3. AVON SKATE PLAZA UPDATE
7.4. PZC BOARD - POSITIONS (REMINDER)
8. ADJOURN
ACTION: THE MEETING WAS ADJOURNED AT 6:1$PM
THESE MEETING MINUTES ARE ONLY SUMMARY OF THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE MEETING. THEY ARE
NOT INTENDED TO BE COMPREHENSIVE OR TO INCLUDE EACH STATEMENT, PERSON SPEAKING OR TO
PORTRAY WITH COMPLETE ACCURACY. THE MOST ACCURATE RECORDS OF THE MEETING ARE THE
AUDIO RECORDING OF THE MEETING, WHICH CAN BE OBTAINED FROM THE TOWN CLERK'S OFFICE BY
SUBMITTING PUBLIC INFORMATION REQUEST.
APPROVED:
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CHAIRPERSON