PZC Packet 051126A
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AVON PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION
Meeting Agenda
Monday, May 11, 2026
Public Meeting Begins at 5:30 PM
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1. Call to Order and Roll Call (Chairperson) — 5:30 PM
2. Swearing in of New Commission Members and Assignment of Chair and Co -Chair
3. Approval of Agenda
4. Disclosure of any Conflicts of Interest or Ex-Parte Communication Related to Agenda Items
5. Public Comment — Comments are Welcome on Items Not Listed on the Following Agenda Public
Comments are limited to three (3) minutes. The speaker may be given one (1) additional minute
subject to Planning and Zoning Commission approval.
6. Public Hearing
6.1. SRU26-001 Walkin the Dog — Claire Perez, Planner II
7. Consent Agenda
7.1. April 13, 2026 Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting Minutes
7.2. Record of Decision: MJR26-002 Comfort Inn Remodel
7.3. Record of Decision: SGNP26-001 Christie Lodge Sign Program
8. Future Meetings
8.1. June 8, 2026
8.2. June 22, 2026
9. Administratively Approved Applications
10. Staff Updates
11. Adjourn
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TO: Planning & Zoning Commission Members
FROM: Claire Perez, Planner II
RE: QUASI-JUDICIAL PUBLIC HEARING
SRU26-001 Special Review Use Avon
LEGAL: Lots 18119, 20 & 21 Block 1, BMBC 0 0 L 0 R A 0 0
ADDRESS: 281 Metcalf Road and 111 Metcalf Road
DATE: May 5, 2026
SUMMARY: This report presents renewal of a Special Review Use ("SRU") permit to the Planning and
Zoning Commission ("PZC") for Walkin' the Dog. Walkin' the Dog has been in operation since receiving a
SRU permit in 2002 from the Town and a renewal granted by the PZC to Walkin' the Dog in June 2024.
Marissa Lahman of Walkin' the Dog ("Applicant"), is not requesting any modifications or changes to the
existing SRU.
Since the original approval, the Town has not received any complaints regarding the business. Additionally,
the applicant has noted that they have not received complaints from neighboring businesses or others
within the complex, nor have they experienced any noticeable strain on parking availability at Metcalf
Commercial Park. Overall, the applicant indicates that the use has integrated successfully into the existing
business environment.
Since the previous review, the only new criterion is a parking requirement for daily animal care kennels
requiring at least two dedicated spaces or an equivalent pull -off for drop-off and pick-up near the entrance.
The applicant has confirmed the facility provides three dedicated spaces, including two for drop-off and
pick-up, located near the unit entrance, and is meeting this requirement.
The 2024 SRU approval authorized the following:
• Operation of a dog kennel with daycare hours from 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., seven (7) days per
week
• Accommodation of up to seventy (70) dogs per day (an increase from 50 dog capacity which was
approved in 2006);
• Overnight boarding of up to twenty (20) dogs (previously no overnight boarding was permitted?);
and
• Access to the facility's outdoor area between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., seven (7) days per week
PROCESS: As a condition of the previous approval, at least thirty (30) days prior to the expiration, the
holder of the special review use permit may apply for a review hearing before the PZC. The PZC shall
review the use against the Special Review Use Review Criteria to determine whether the special review
use will be allowed to continue. Failure to extend this permit shall require a new SRU permit application
approval or result in the cessation of the previously approved use.
STAFF PZC
ANALYSIS & PUBLIC HEARING
REPORT 5/1112026
PUBLIC NOTIFICATION: Notice of the public hearing was published in the May 1, 2026, edition of the
Vail Daily in accordance with Sec. 7.16.020(d) of the Avon Development Code ("ADC"), as well as in
areas
970-748-4014 cperez@avon.org
designated for Town notices (Town Hall, Public Library, Avon Elementary, and Avon Rec Center). Mailed
notice is required for Special Review Use applications. The notice was sent to property owners within 100
feet of Walkin' the Dog on May 1, 2026. No public comments have been received for this application.
SPECIAL REVIEW USES, REVIEW CRITERIA — ANIMAL FACILITIES
Avon Municipal Code includes requirements for Special Review Uses including Animal Boarding, Animal
Hospitals, Kennels, and Veterinarian Clinics (AMC §7.24.060(e)). Each of these uses require that:
1. Their principal entrance and exit (is) on a collector street and, if serving large/farm animals (e.g.,
horses, sheep), shall be located on a site no less than five (5) acres. There shall be no ingress or
egress to local streets.
Staff Response: The site is part of the Metcalf Commercial Park, which is accessed from Metcalf
Road, a collector street.
2. Animal Outdoor Activity Areas. Any outdoor activity areas, such as kennels, runs or exercise areas,
shall be subject to the following. The facilities shall:
Only be used between the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., -
Staff Response: The proposed hours for outdoor access are within the required timeframe: 8am
— 5pm.
Be supervised by qualified personnel;
Staff Response: The dogs receive 24-hour supervision with the overnight staffing taking shifts.
iii. Be located at least three hundred (300) feet from any residential zone;
Staff Response: There are no residential zone districts within 300 feet of the property except for
Hidden Valley Estates which is currently under construction.
iv. Not cause loud and incessant noise or fouling of the air by odor thereby creating annoyance
or discomfort to the neighbors or others in close proximity;
Staff Response: Staff have not received any complaints regarding excessive noise or odors
associated with the dogs since approval of the SRU. The applicant has also indicated that no
concerns have been raised by adjacent businesses or other occupants within the complex.
V. Not foster an excessive number of flies or other insects, and
Staff Response: Staff are not aware of any previous complaints or issues at the site related to this
requirement.
vi. Not otherwise cause any unsanitary conditions in the enclosures or the surroundings where
the animals are kept.
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Staff Response: This requirement is ongoing in nature; however, staff have not received any
reports or complaints regarding unsanitary conditions in the animal enclosures or surrounding
areas.
3. Kennel
All facilities, including pens, kennels, cages and exercise runs, in the RL and RD districts
shall be maintained within a completely enclosed, soundproof building so that, to the
maximum extent feasible, noise and odor can not be detected off -premises.
Staff Response: This requirement is not applicable in the IC zoning district.
ii. In the IC district, kennels may have outdoor facilities, including runs and exercise areas, but
such facilities must not be located within one thousand (1,000) feet of any residential district.
Staff Response: The proposed outdoor facilities are located within 1000 feet of the Hidden
Valley residential development which is currently under construction on the east side of Metcalf
Road. Hidden Valley is not zoned as a residential district but is instead, a Community Housing
project in a Light Industrial I Commercial district. Additionally, 9 Community Housing residences
are located at 77 Metcalf Road, approximately 500 feet from the outdoor dog run area.
iii. Daily animal care kennels must have at least two (2) dedicated parking spots or a dedicated
pull -off that accommodates at least two (2) stacked vehicles for animal drop-off and pick-up
near the facility entrance or parking spots attached to a dedicated pedestrian path If parking is
in the side yard or rear or the facility.
Staff Response: The facility provides three dedicated parking spaces, including two designated for
animal drop-off and pick-up, all located as close as possible to the unit entrance.
SPECIAL REVIEW USE, REVIEW CRITERIA - GENERAL
PZC must consider a set of general review criteria when reviewing SRU applications. The review
criteria for Special Review Uses are governed by Avon Municipal Code ("AMC") §7.16.100, Special
Review Uses. Staff responses to each review criterion are provided below.
(e) Review Criteria. The PZC shall use the following review criteria as the basis for a decision on an
application for a special review use:
(1) The proposed use is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and all applicable provisions of
this Development Code and applicable state and federal regulations.
Staff Response: The Planning Principles specific to the Gulch Area District identified in the
Town's Comprehensive Plan (2017) ("Plan") appear unrelated to this application (Attachment E -
Excerpt from Avon Comprehensive Plan — Gulch District Area Planning Principles). Additionally,
pets and related services are not mentioned in the Plan.
The Plan does state a goal specific to Land Use and commercial development:
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Goal B.4: Encourage commercial development that enhances Avon's overall economic
health, contributes to the community's image and character, and provides residents and
visitors with increased choices and services.
This business represents a service that is beneficial to residents and contributes to Avon's
economic health.
(2) The proposed use is consistent with the purpose and intent of the zoning district in which it is
located and any applicable use -specific standards in the Development Code;
Staff Response: The Commercial and Light Industrial districts are intended to accommodate a range of
commercial, service, and employment generating uses while supporting the Town's economic base and
ensuring compatibility with surrounding development. The approved use is consistent with these purposes
and is allowed through the SRU process. The facility provides a local service, supports employment
opportunities, and remains compatible with surrounding commercial and light industrial uses, with no
identified adverse impacts.
(3) The proposed use is compatible with adjacent uses in terms of scale, site design and operating
characteristics;
Staff Response: The applicant has indicated that the morning and evening hours for animal
pick-up and drop-off are compatible with other businesses located in the area. No exterior
modifications or changes to site amenities are proposed as part of this application, and the
existing building and site layout remain consistent with the character of the surrounding
development.
(4) Any significant adverse impacts (including but not limited to hours of operation, traffic
generation, lighting, noise, odor, dust and other external impacts) anticipated to result from the
use will be mitigated or offset to the maximum extent practicable;
Staff Response: No significant adverse impacts related to hours of operation, traffic, lighting,
noise, odor, or dust have been received since the SRU use was approved. The applicant
utilizes designated parking spaces for client drop-off and pick-up to manage on -site parking.
No additional mitigation measures are proposed or deemed necessary at this time.
(5) Facilities and services (including sewage and waste disposal, water, gas, electricity, police and
fire protection and roads and transportation, as applicable) will be available to serve the
subject property while maintaining adequate levels of service for existing development; and
Staff Response: All services are available for this property with little impact to existing
systems.
(6) Adequate assurances of continuing maintenance have been provided.
Staff Response: The applicant has indicated that the premises are routinely cleaned and
maintained to ensure sanitary conditions at the time of use.
GENERAL REVIEW CRITERIA. Conformance with General Review Criteria in AMC §7.16.010(f)(1),
General Criteria, which provides criteria that are applicable to all development applications:
(1) Review Criteria. The reviewing authority shall be Director when the Director has the authority
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to administratively approve a development application. The reviewing authority shall be the
PZC and/or Town Council for all development applications which are subject to public
hearing. The reviewing authority shall review development applications for compliance with
all relevant standards and criteria as set forth in the specific procedures for the particular
application in this Development Code, as well as the following general criteria which shall
apply to all development applications:
(i) The development application is complete;
(ii) The development application provides sufficient information to allow the reviewing
authority to determine that the development application complies with the relevant review
criteria,
(iii) The development application complies with the goals and policies of the Avon
Comprehensive Plan; and
(iv) The demand for public services or infrastructure exceeding current capacity is mitigated
by the development application.
Staff Response: This SRU application is complete. Staff believes sufficient information exists to
allow the PZC to review the application and the applicable review criteria for this use. It is unlikely
that the proposed business operations will create demand for services that are exceeding current
capacity.
OPTIONS:
PZC has the following options:
• Approval of the application as presented, with conditions
• Approval of the application with modified findings or conditions
• Continue the public hearing to a specific date
• Denial, with findings
RECOMMENDED FINDINGS:
SRU26-001, §7.16.100(e) — Special Review Use Criteria
1. The application for an animal -service related business, including kennel and boarding qualifies as a
viable use to be reviewed per §7.16.100 Special Review Use of the Avon Development Code.
2. The proposed business complies with the provisions of (AMC §7.24.060€ - Special Review Uses —
Commercial — Animal Sales and Service) with the exception of the proposed hours and proximity to
the Hidden Valley residential project.
3. The proposed use is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan.
4. The proposed use is compatible with adjacent uses in terms of scale, site design and operating
characteristics.
5. There are no significant impacts to adjacent or on -site uses.
6. Facilities and services (including sewage and waste disposal, water, gas, electricity, police and fire
protection and roads and transportation as applicable) are available to serve the subject property
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and will not necessitate upgrades or cause additional demand beyond existing levels of service for
development; and
7. Adequate assurances of continuing maintenance are satisfactory.
GENERAL CRITERIA FINDINGS §7.16.020(f)(1) — General Criteria
1. The development applications are complete;
2. The development applications provide sufficient information to allow PZC to determine if it complies
with the relevant review criteria;
The development applications comply with the goals and policies of the Avon Comprehensive Plan;
and
4. The demand for public services or infrastructure exceeding current capacity (e.g., water, sewer,
and storm drainage) does not require mitigation at this time and will be coordinating prior and
during the next phase for the building permit.
PROPOSED CONDITIONS:
1. The permit is valid until a change in use is proposed and approved.
2. Hours for outside operations and access are limited to 8 am- 5pm, seven (7) days per week
3. Dog waste is cleaned up and removed from the site within twenty-four (24) hours of its
appearance;
4. The business adheres to a seventy (70) dog limit per day; and
5. No more than twenty (20) dogs are permitted per night for overnight or evening hours boarding
services.
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of the SRU permit extension
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
"I approve of SRU26-001 based on the proposed findings and conditions as proposed in Staffs report dated
May 5, 2026. "
Thank you, Claire
ATTACHMENT: A - Developer Application
B — PZC Packet from June 2024
SRU26-001
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Marisa Lahman
Walkin'The Dog
PO Box 6532
Vail, CO 81658
281 Metcalf Road, Unit 201
Avon, CO 81620
970-476-8197
Cell: 970-977-0147
April 21, 2026
Town Council
Town of Avon
One Lake Street
Avon, CO 81620
Re: Special Review Use Permit — Two -Year Review
Dear Members of the Avon Town Council,
We are writing in regard to the two-year review of our Special Review Use Permit, originally granted in
May of 2024, allowing us to provide overnight dog boarding services at our daycare facility located
within the Metcalf Commercial Park.
Since receiving approval, operations have proceeded smoothly and in accordance with the intent of the
permit. To the best of our knowledge, there have been no complaints or concerns raised by neighboring
businesses or others within the complex, and no negative impacts have been identified.
We have not experienced any additional strain on parking availability or congestion within the common
areas of the Metcalf Commercial Park. Our daily operations remain well -managed, and we have been
mindful to ensure that all aspects of the boarding use are conducted in a responsible and respectful
manner.
Overall, we believe this use has integrated successfully into the existing business environment. We
remain committed to maintaining high operational standards while being a considerate and positive
presence within the community.
We respectfully request continued approval of our Special Review Use Permit and appreciate your time
and consideration.
Sincerely,
Marisa Lahman
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PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION FINDINGS OF FACT Avon
AND RECORD OF DECISION CO`°°'°°
DATE OF PUBLIC HEARING: May 13, 2024
TYPE OF APPLICATIONS: Special Review Use
PROPERTY LOCATION: 281 Metcalf Road & 111 Metcalf Road
FILE NUMBER: SRU24001
APPLICANT: Walkin' the Dog c/o Marisa Lahman
This Record of Decision is made in accordance with the Avon Development Code §7.16.010(F)(1)
PZC DECISION ON #SRU24001: Approval
SPECIAL REVIEW USE FINDINGS 47.16.100(e):
1. The application for an animal -service related business, including kennel and boarding, qualifies as
a viable use to be reviewed per to §7.16.100 Special Review Use of the Avon Development Code.
2. The proposed business complies with the provisions of (AMC §7.24.060(e)- Special Review Uses —
Commercial — Animal Sales and Service) with the exception of the proposed hours and
proximity to the anticipated residential development on the opposite side of Metcalf Road,
3. The proposed use is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and all applicable provisions of this
Development Code and applicable state and federal regulations as conditioned.
4. The proposed business operation represents some consistency with the purpose and intent of the
zoning district in which it is located and any applicable use -specific standards in the Development
Code.
5. The proposed use is compatible with adjacent uses in terms of scale, site design and operating
characteristics.
6. There are no significant impacts to adjacent or on -site uses as conditioned, with the exception of
increased dog waste, vehicle and pedestrian traffic to the site.
7. Facilities and services (including sewage and waste disposal, water, gas, electricity, police and fire
protection and roads and transportation. as applicable) are available to serve the subject property
and will not necessitate upgrades or cause additional demand beyond existing levels of service for
this development; and
8. Adequate assurances of continuing maintenance are satisfactory.
GENERAL CRITERIA FINDINGS 7.16.020 1 :
The development application for the park improvements is complete;
The development application provides sufficient information to allow the reviewing authority to
determine that the development application complies with the relevant review criteria;
The development application for the park improvements complies with the goals and policies of the
Avon Comprehensive Plan; and
The demand for public services or infrastructure exceeding current capacity is mitigated by the
development application.
PZC Record of Decision: SRU24001
CONDITIONS:
1. The permit is valid for twenty-four (24) months; at least thirty (30) days prior to the expiration, the
holder of the special review use approval shall apply for a review hearing before the PZC.
2. Hours for outside operations and access are limited to Sam — 5pm, seven (7) days per week
3. Dog waste is cleaned up and removed from the site within twenty-four (24) hours of its
appearance;
4. The business adheres to a seventy (70) dog limit per day; and
5. No more than twenty (20) dogs are permitted per night for overnight or evening hours boarding
services.
THESE FINDINGS OF FACT AND RECORD OF DECISION ARE HEREBY APPROVED:
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PZC Record of Decision: SRU24001
TO: Planning & Zoning Commission
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RE: PUBLIC HEARING:
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STAFF REPORT OVERVIEW: This staff report contains the review for a Special Review Use ("SRU")
application, necessary for establishing permitted business operations for a dog kennel facility at 281 Metcalf
Rd Unit #201. SRUs require review by the Planning and Zoning Commission ("PZC") for a decision.
SUMMARY OF REQUEST: The purpose of this application is to establish permitted business operations for
an existing business. Walkin' the Dog. Walkin' the Dog has been in operation since receiving a SRU permit
in 2002 from the Town (Attachment A — Resolution No. 02-03) and again in 2003 (Attachment B —
Resolution No. 03-13). The owner was approved for a third SRU in 2006. which allowed for increased
capacity (50 dogs maximum), and a fenced "exercise" area (Attachment C — Resolution No. 06-14).
Resolution No. 06-14 was approved with conditions, one of which stated that the approval was valid for one
year time "...subject to Planning Commission re -review'. The permit was reviewed again in 2007 and 2009
by PZC,
Any modifications to uses and operations permitted through an SRU require a new SRU from the property
owner. The applicant is requesting approval from the Town to:
• Operate a dog kennel with daycare hours 6am-8pm, seven (7) days per week), and
• Host up to seventy (70) dogs per day, and
• Board up to twenty (20) dogs per night, and
• General Hours. Access the facility's outdoor area between the areas of 8am-5pm, seven (7) days
per week.
ZONING: In the Zoned Industrial / Light Commercial zoning district, an animal kennel is permitted via
Special Review Use, as found in Avon Municipal Code ("AMC") §7.24.010 — Table of allowable uses
description. Additionally, there are specific use limitations for Commercial — Animal Sales and Service
operations within §7.24.060(e), Special Review Uses. The applicable Review Criteria required for this
application are detailed within this report, with findings provided for PZC evaluation.
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PROCESS: SRUs are approved by PZC and do not proceed further to Town Council unless the decision
from PZC is appealed by the applicant.
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STAFF PZC PZC
ANALYSIS & PUBLIC NEARING Record of Decision
REPORT May 13
PUBLIC NOTIFICATION: The Application was publicly notified in the Vail Daily on May 13, 2024, and
notices were mailed to all adjacent property owners within 300'. Public Comment received by the Town is
included in this application as an attachment (Attachment D — Public Comment).
SPECIAL REVIEW USES, REVIEW CRITERIA — ANIMAL FACILITIES
Avon Municipal Code includes requirements for Special Review Uses including Animal Boarding, Animal
Hospitals, Kennels, and Veterinarian Clinics (AMC §7.24.060(e)). Each of these uses require that:
Their principal entrance and exit (is) on a collector street and. if serving large/farm animals (e.g..
horses, sheep), shall be located on a site no less than five (5) acres. There shall be no ingress or
egress to local streets.
Staff Response. The site is part of the Metcalf Commercial Park, which is accessed from Metcalf
Road. a collector street.
2. Animal Outdoor Activity Areas. Any outdoor activity areas, such as kennels, runs or exercise areas,
shall be subject to the following. The facilities shall:
Only be used between the hours of T:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.:
Staff Response: The proposed hours for outdoor access are within the required timeframe: Sam —
5pm.
Be supervised by qualified personnel:
Staff Response: The applicant has indicated that dogs will receive 24-hour supervision, the
overnight staffing will be in shifts, and no one will be living at the site. The code does not identify
who constitutes as a "qualified person" for this requirement, and staff is not aware of a local, state,
or federal requirement for pet -sitting or related services.
iii. Be located at least three hundred (300) feet from any residential zone, -
Staff Response: There are no residential zone districts within 300 feet of the property.
iv. Not cause loud and incessant noise or fouling of the air by odor thereby creating annoyance
or discomfort to the neighbors or others in close proximity, -
Staff Response: It is likely that dogs on the property will emit noise and create odors with feces
and other natural byproducts. Staff cannot reasonably assess whether noises and odors are
perceptible by neighbors or others. The 2006 SRU application included the condition that feces are
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"to be removed within 24 hours" and this condition is replicated in the recommended motion for
approval.
V. Not foster an excessive number of flies or other insects: and
Staff Response: Excessive flies and insects are likely caused by inadequate storage and handling
of animal waste and other related materials. Staff are not aware of any previous complaints or
issues at the site related to this requirement however, the applicant has not addressed the impacts
of increased dog capacity relative to animal waste.
vi. Not otherwise cause any unsanitary conditions in the enclosures or the surroundings where
the animals are kept.
Staff Response: This requirement is an on -going requirement rather tnan one that can be
assessed prior to approval.
3. Kennel
i. All facilities, including pens, kennels, cages and exercise runs, in the RL and RD districts
shall be maintained within a completely enclosed, soundproof building so that, to the
maximum extent feasible, noise and odor can not be detected off premises.
Staff Response: Not applicable in the IC zoning district.
ii. in the IC district, kennels may have outdoor facilities, including runs and exercise areas, but
such facilities must not be located within one thousand (1,000) feet of any residential district.
Staff Response: The proposed outdoor facilities are located within 1000 feet of the approved but
currently -under -construction Hidden Valley residential development on the east side of Metcalf
Road. Hidden Valley is not zoned as a residential district but is instead. a Community Housing
project in a Light Industrial I Commercial district.
SPECIAL REVIEW USE, REVIEW CRITERIA - GENERAL
PZC must consider a set of general review criteria when reviewing SRU applications. The review
criteria for Special Review Uses are governed by Avon Municipal Code ("AMC") §7.16.100, Special
Review Uses. Staff responses to each review criterion are provided below.
(e) Review Criteria. The PZC shall use the following review criteria as the basis for a decision on an
application for a special review use:
(1) The proposed use is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and all applicable provisions of
this Development Code and applicable state and federal regulations.
Staff Response: The Planning Principles specific to the Gulch Area District identified in the
Town's Comprehensive Plan (2017) ("Plan") appear unrelated to this application (Attachment E -
Excerpt from Avon Comprehensive Plan - Gulch District Area Planning Principles). Additionally,
pets and related services are not mentioned in the Plan.
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May 13, 2024
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The Plan does state a goal specific to Land Use and commercial development:
Goal 8.4: Encourage commercial development that enhances Avon's overall economic
health, contributes to the community's image and character, and provides residents and
visitors with increased choices and services.
This business represents a service that residents can choose, and local businesses may
contribute to Avon's economic health.
(2) The proposed use is consistent with the purpose and intent of the zoning district in which it is
located and any applicable use -specific standards in the Development Code;
Staff Response: The general purposes of the Commercial and Industrial Commercial District
are as follows:
(1) Help implement the Avon Comprehensive Plan by accommodating a full range of office,
retail, commercial. service and mixed -uses needed by Avon's residents, businesses, visitors
and workers;
(2 ) Encourage site planning, land use planning and architectural design that create an
interesting, pedestrian -friendly environment where appropriate;
(3) Maintain and enhance the Town's economic base and provide shopping, entertainment
and employment opportunities close to where people live and work;
(4) Preserve, protect and promote employment -generating uses:
(5) Create suitable environments for various types of commercial and industrial uses and
protect them from the adverse effects of incompatible uses;
(6) Allow flexibility to encourage redevelopment and positive improvements to existing
businesses and residences:
(7) Minimize potential negative impacts of heavy impact nonresidential development on
adjacent residential areas: and
(8 ) Provide suitable locations for public and semipublic uses needed to complement
nonresidential development.
The project helps support a range of uses identified in Purpose 1, and will likely create
additional employment opportunities and support Purpose 4. Pet services are not as
predominant compared to permissible businesses located in Light Industrial & Commercial
districts (§7.24.040 — Table of Allowed Uses) however, the Municipal Code includes a process
of approval via SRUs in this zoning. The permissible uses in Light Industrial & Commercial
districts are:
• Trade / Vocational Schools or College / University
• Auction House or Auction Yard
• Outdoor Commercial Recreation
• (Horse) Riding Academies
• Indoor Commercial Recreation and Entertainment
SRU24001 — Walkin' the Dog Special Review Use Application
May 13. 2024
Page 4 of 7
• Convenience Store with Fuel
• Wholesale Business
• Automobile Repair Shop (Major & Minor)
• industrial Services including Supply Yards and Construction
• Machine and Welding Shops
• Light Manufacturing
• Storage
• Recycling Facilities
(3) The proposed use is compatible with adjacent uses in terms of scale. site design and operating
characteristics:
Staff Response: The applicant has indicated that the morning and evening hours for animal
pick-up I drop-off are compatible with other businesses located in the area. The building and its
amenities are not proposed for modifications.
(4) Any significant adverse impacts (including but not limited to hours of operation, traffic
generation, lighting, noise, odor, dust and other external impacts) anticipated to result from the
use will be mitigated or offset to the maximum extent practicable, -
Staff Response: The applicant has indicated that they can direct clients on how to park, drop-
off, and pick-up at the site. No other mitigation efforts are proposed.
(5) Facilities and services (including sewage and waste disposal, water, gas, electricity, police and
fire protection and roads and transportation, as applicable) will be available to serve the subject
property while maintaining adequate levels of service for existing development: and
Staff Response: All services are available for this property with little impact to existing
systems.
(6) Adequate assurances of continuing maintenance have been provided.
Staff Response: The applicant did not provide details on continuing maintenance for the site.
GENERAL REVIEW CRITERIA. Conformance with General Review Criteria in AMC §7.16.010(0(1),
General Criteria, which provides criteria that are applicable to all development applications:
(1) Review Criteria. The reviewing authority shall be Director when the Director has the authority
to administratively approve a development application. The reviewing authority shall be the
PZC and/or Town Council for all development applications which are subject to public
hearing. The reviewing authority shall review development applications for compliance with
all relevant standards and criteria as set forth in the specific procedures for the particular
application in this Development Code, as well as the following general criteria which shall
apply to all development applications:
(i) The development application is complete:
(ii) The development application provides sufficient information to allow the reviewing authority
to determine that the development application complies with the relevant review criteria;
SRU24001 — Walkin' the Dog Special Review Use Application
May 13, 2024
Page 5 of 7
(iii) The development application complies with the goals and policies of the Avor?
Comprehensive Plan; and
(iv) The demand for public services or infrastructure exceeding current capacity is mitigated
by the development application.
Staff Response: This SRU application is complete. Staff believes sufficient information exists to
allow the PZC to review the application and the applicable review criteria for this use. It is unlikely
that the proposed business operations will create demand for services that are exceeding current
capacity.
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.
SRU24001 RECOMMENDED MOTION: " 1 move to approve the special review use pert -nit for Walkin' the
Dog to operate a kennel and overnight -boarding based on the findings and proposed conditions as
recommended by Staff as outlined in the staff report. "
Findings:
The application for an animal -service related business, including kennel and boarding, qualifies as a
viable use to be reviewed per to §7.16.100 Special Review Use of the Avon Development Code.
The proposed business complies with the provisions of (AMC §7.24.060(e)- Special Review Uses —
Commercial — Animal Sales and Service) with the exception of the proposed hours and
proximity to the anticipated residential development on the opposite side of Metcalf Road.
The proposed use is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and all applicable provisions of this
Development Code and applicable state and federal regulations as conditioned.
The proposed business operation represents some consistency with the purpose and intent of the
zoning district in which it is located and any applicable use -specific standards in the Development
Code.
The proposed use is compatible with adjacent uses in terms of scale, site design and operating
characteristics.
There are no significant impacts to adjacent or on -site uses as conditioned, with the exception of
increased dog waste, vehicle and pedestrian traffic to the site.
Facilities and services (including sewage and waste disposal, water, gas, electricity, police and fire
protection and roads and transportation, as applicable) are available to serve the subject property
and will not necessitate upgrades or cause additional demand beyond existing levels of service for
this development: and
Adequate assurances of continuing maintenance are satisfactory.
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May 13, 2024
Page 6 of 7
General Criteria Findings:
1. The development application is complete;
2. The development application provides sufficient information to allow the reviewing authority to
determine that the development applications comply with the relevant review criteria.
3. The development application complies with the goals and policies of the Avon Comprehensive Plan;
and
4. The demand for public services or infrastructure exceeding current capacity does not require
mitigation.
Recommended Conditions:
1. The permit is valid for twenty-four (24) months; at least thirty (30) days prior to the expiration, the
holder of the special review use approval may apply for a review hearing before the PZC.
2. Hours for outside operations and access are limited to 8am — 5pm, seven (7) days per week
3. Dog waste is cleaned up and removed from the site within twenty-four (24) hours of its appearance;
4. The business adheres to a seventy (70) dog limit per day; and
5. No more than twenty (20) dogs are permitted per night for overnight or evening hours boarding
services.
Thank you, Max
ATTACHMENT A:
Resolution No. 02-03 — 2002 Resolution to Approve Walkin' the Dog SRU
ATTACHMENT B:
Resolution No. 03-13 — 2003 Resolution to Approve Walkin' the Dog SRU
ATTACHMENT C:
Resolution No. 06-14 — 2007 Resolution to Approve Walkin' the Dog SRU
ATTACHMENT D:
Public Comment Sent to Town
ATTACHMENT E:
Excerpt from Avon Comprehensive Plan — Gulch District Area Planning Principles
ATTACHMENT F:
Application Materials
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May 13, 2024
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ATTACHMENT F - APPLICATION MATERIALS (Narrative, Kennel Comparison, Site Plan, Photos, Admin Docs, etc.)
Walkin' the Dog SRU application- Project Narrative
Dog daycare facility to host up to 70 dogs (increase from previous 50 dog capacity, approved in 2006 when
we also added the playyard)
Playyard area adjacent to and connected to south side of unit 201 leased from 111 Metcalf Road LLC /
Steve MacDonald. Approximately one and a half acres fenced yard.
24hour onsite boarding service for up to 20 dogs (of the 70 dog capacity) "this would be a new service at
this location.
Daycare hours 6am to 8pm / 7 days a week
Playyard hours 8 am to 5 pm 'on adjacent land leased for exercising dogs.
All services are completely supervised. Dogs never left unattended.
All premises kept clean and maintained at the moment of use.
Walkin' The dog, which has been in business as a hiking and boarding service since 1997 and a daycare facility in
Avon since 2002 is applying for a permit to operate a dog daycare at 281 Metcalf Rd. Metcalf Commercial Park.
Merrill and Marisa Lahman are the owners of unit 201 at Metcalf Commercial Park.
The services we would like to continue to offer are indoor daycare, outdoor play yard (on the land adjacent to our unit
201 leased from Steve MacDonald since 2006) and overnight care/ boarding within the facility/unit 201, `this would be
a new service at this location.
Daycare hours of operation would be between 6am and 8 PM.
Overnight staffing would include an overnight shift so that no dogs are left unattended providing 24-hour care. The
walking area right outside of unit 201 within the Metcalf Commercial Park boundary lines would be utilized for
bathroom breaks for overnight clients in an as needed basis for after hours.
Playgroups for the dogs at daycare would happen only during the hours of 8 AM and 5 PM. Our lease with Steve
MacDonald owner of 111 Metcalf Rd. has language and an understanding that all dogs on that property, the play
yard, are supervised at all times.
Walkin' The Dog ethos is to always have the dogs supervised. We've had an excellent history and track record of the
care we've provided for the Valley residents for 26 years. Due to demand, repeated request, and trends in dog
ownership we would like to increase the capacity of dogs to 70 where it has been at 50 since 2006. Our history has
proven we are frequently at capacity and turning away request for daycare. Along with the increased amount of
"local" residents and second homeowners that are staying in the valley for longer periods of time, combined with the
current trend of most household having one pet, if not two, we will be able to utilize the daycare for more clients on a
day-to-day basis. Overnight care has always been done in our (Merrill and Marisa's) home and we would like to utilize
the facility for our overnight clients. Historically, the pet care operations in the valley are booked during vacation
seasons, holidays, and school breaks. With careful consideration, we would like to offer boarding up to 20 dogs per
night. The 20 would be part of the 70 in daycare already - not in addition to.
As previously stated, we would have supervised boarding, including a shift (not a residency) that would cover the
overnight hours. This is Walkin' The Dog's standard to have complete supervision of the dogs to attend to any
possible issues that may arise.
We also want to point out that Metcalf Commercial Park currently has a myriad of businesses that offer evening
hours. This will not be a new concept to Metcalf Commercial Park. Examples are: Black Tie Ski Rentals, Venture
Sports, Buzzes Boards, Motion Auto Haus, High Five Media and other businesses that come and go at their own
discretion at any time for their private units.
We are in compliance with the state of Colorado and have been, successfully, for the past 22 years since acquiring a
license to operate dog care facility in the state.
We are asking that the TOA recognizes that we have had an established and well run business with no complaints or
negative interruptions to any of our nearby residence and workers for many years. In addition, we have maintained a
nice relationship with each business at the Metcalf Commercial Park throughout the years and feel that we will be
able to continue that even with the additional services we are requesting.
We respectfully ask the TOA to consider our track record for providing the best possible care for all the dogs we have
been directly responsible for in the past decades to approve this request for our daycare and additional services. We
believe it's what the Valley residents would want.
Thank you, Marisa Lahman
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Approximately 22 boarding kennels/runs. Half of those Runs have access to outside
runs (all individual) and are 3 x10, there is one small exercise yard that is accessed
through the facility. They do not offer group play time. They are more of a traditional
kennel boarding operation. The boarding kennel space within the Avon Pet Center's
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Vail Doggie does offer a group daytime play but has no access to a play yard. The dogs
are walked in the parking lot and have a small 6x8 exercise run. I am not informed of
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AVON PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION
Meeting Minutes (DRAFT)
Monday, April 13, 2026
Public Meeting Begins at 5:30 PM
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1. Call to Order and Roll Call (Chairperson) — 5:30 PM
Meeting commenced at 5:30 PM. A rollcall was taken, and Planning Commissioners Carly Hansen,
Brian Sipes, Rick Sudekum, and Nancy Tashman were present. Commissioner Elizabeth Waters was
present remotely. Commissioners Brad Christianson and Nicole Murad were absent. Also present were
Director of Community Development Matt Pielsticker, Planning Manager Jena Skinner, Town Attorney
Nina Williams, and Development Coordinator Emily Block.
2. Approval of Agenda
ACTION: Commissioner Tashman moved to approve the agenda. Commissioner Sudekum seconded
the motion, and the motion passed unanimously 5-0.
3. Disclosure of any Conflicts of Interest or Ex-Parte Communication Related to Agenda Items
Commissioner Sipes mentioned he has visited the Comfort Inn many times and wanted to disclose his
additional knowledge of the property. Commissioner Hansen disclosed she works for the firm that is
presenting the Comfort Inn remodel, but she herself is not directly involved in the project and believes
she can remain unbiased and impartial. The remaining commissioners agreed that she can remain
unbiased and determined this is not a direct conflict of interest.
4. Public Comment — Comments are Welcome on Items Not Listed on the Following Agenda Public
Comments are limited to three (3) minutes. The speaker may be given one (1) additional minute
subject to Planning and Zoning Commission approval.
Commissioner Sipes gave a shout -out to the Avon swim team.
5. Brief Training Session with Town Attorney
6. Public Hearing
6.1. MJR26-002 Comfort Inn Remodel — Jena Skinner, Planning Manager
ACTION: Commissioner Sudekum made a motion to recommend approval to Town Council including
the conditions as presented in the report. Commissioner Tashman seconded the motion, and the
motion passed unanimously 5-0.
6.2. SGNP26-001 Christie Lodge Sign Program — Jena Skinner, Planning Manager
MEETING AGENDAS AND PACKETS ARE FOUND AT: WWW.AVON.ORG
AGENDAS ARE POSTED AT AVON TOWN HALL, AVON RECREATION CENTER, ONLINE AND AVON PUBLIC LIBRARY
IF YOU HAVE ANY SPECIAL ACCOMMODATION NEEDS, PLEASE, IN ADVANCE OF THE MEETING,
CALL MATT PIELSTICKER AT 970-748-4413 OR EMAIL MATT@AVON.ORG WITH ANY SPECIAL REQUESTS.
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ACTION: Commissioner Tashman made a motion to approve the application with conditions as
presented in the staff report. Commissioner Hansen seconded the motion, and the motion passed
unanimously 5-0.
6.3. CPA26-001 Community Housing Plan Updates (to be tabled to April 27) — Jena Skinner,
Planning Manager
ACTION: Commissioner Sipes made a motion to continue the application to the April 27th Planning and
Zoning Commission meeting. Commissioner Sudekum seconded the motion, and the motion passed
unanimously 5-0.
7. Consent Agenda
7.1. March 23, 2026 Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting Minutes
7.2. Record of Decision: CTA26-002 Wildfire Code Updates
ACTION: Commissioner Hansen made a motion to approve the consent agenda. Commissioner
Waters seconded the motion, and the motion passed unanimously 5-0.
8. Future Meetings
8.1. April 27, 2026 — No RS or BC
8.2. May 11, 2026
9. Administratively Approved Applications
9.1. MNR26-007 13000 Eaglebend Staircase Remodel
10. Staff Updates
11. Adjourn
The meeting was adjourned at 7:25 PM.
APPROVED:
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MEETING AGENDAS AND PACKETS ARE FOUND AT: WWW.AVON.ORG
AGENDAS ARE POSTED AT AVON TOWN HALL, AVON RECREATION CENTER, ONLINE AND AVON PUBLIC LIBRARY
IF YOU HAVE ANY SPECIAL ACCOMMODATION NEEDS, PLEASE, IN ADVANCE OF THE MEETING,
CALL MATT PIELSTICKER AT 970-748-4413 OR EMAIL MATT@AVON.ORG WITH ANY SPECIAL REQUESTS.
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION FINDINGS OF FACT Avon
AND RECORD OF DECISION C O L O fl A 0 0
DATE OF PUBLIC HEARING: April 13, 2026
TYPE OF APPLICATIONS: Major Development Plan Review (MJR)
PROPERTY LOCATION: Benchmark at Beaver Creek, Block 2 Lots 73174
FILE NUMBER: MJR26-002
APPLICANT:
Beaver Creek Blvd VIII, LLC
This Record of Decision is made in accordance with the Avon Development Code §7.16.010(F)(1)
PZC DECISION ON #MJR26-002
Recommend Approval with Conditions
GENERAL CRITERIA FINDINGS §7.16.020(f)(1) — General Criteria
1. The development applications are complete;
2. The development applications provide sufficient information to allow PZC to determine if it complies
with the relevant review criteria;
The development applications comply with the goals and policies of the Avon Comprehensive Plan;
and
4. The demand for public services or infrastructure exceeding current capacity (e.g., water, sewer,
and storm drainage) does not require mitigation at this time and will be coordinating prior and
during the next phase for the building permit.
MJR26-002 §7.16.080(g) — Development Plan Review Criteria
1. Evidence of substantial compliance with the purpose of the Development Code as specified in
Section 7.04.030, Purposes has been provided and is generally sufficient for this review;
2. The application provides sufficient information to allow the PZC to determine that the application
complies with the relevant review criteria;
3. The development is in compliance with most of the 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,
and remains generally consistent with the previous approval for the existing use.
4. The mixed -use and nonresidential design standards sufficiently protect and preserve the quality and
character of the built environment in the Town with respect to the impacts of its design upon the
community;
5. The development can be adequately served by public services, including but not limited to roads,
water, wastewater, fire protection and emergency medical services; and
6. The development design conforms with the character of the surrounding community; and to the
character of Avon as a whole.
PZC Record of Decision: MJR26002
PROPOSED CONDITION:
Prior to issuance of a building permit, the applicant shall submit a detailed lighting and signage plan for
staff review and approval.
Disclaimer: This planning approval does not constitute approval to begin construction. A separate building
permit must be obtained from the building department prior to the commencement of any construction.
THESE FINDINGS OF FACT AND RECORD OF DECISION ARE HEREBY APPROVED:
BY:
PZC Chairperson
PZC Record of Decision: MJR26002
DATE:
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION FINDINGS OF FACT Avon
AND RECORD OF DECISION C O L O fl A 0 0
DATE OF PUBLIC HEARING: April 13, 2026
TYPE OF APPLICATIONS: Master Sign Plan
PROPERTY LOCATION: Benchmark at Beaver Creek, Lot 25 Block 2
FILE NUMBER: SGNP26-001
APPLICANT: Brenden Martinez, House of Signs
This Record of Decision is made in accordance with the Avon Development Code §7.16.010(F)(1)
PZC DECISION ON #SGNP26-001
Approved with Conditions
GENERAL CRITERIA FINDINGS §7.16.020(f)(1) — General Criteria
1. The development applications are complete;
2. The development applications provide sufficient information to allow PZC to determine if it complies
with the relevant review criteria;
The development applications comply with the goals and policies of the Avon Comprehensive Plan;
and
4. The demand for public services or infrastructure exceeding current capacity (e.g., water, sewer,
and storm drainage) does not require mitigation at this time and will be coordinating prior and
during the next phase for the building permit.
SIGN PLAN I PROGRAM REVIEW CRITERIA — § 7.16.160(f) Sign Plan
1. The MSP has been reviewed against criteria 7.16.160(f) and is found to be conformance, as
demonstrated in the staff report.
2. The MSP demonstrates substantial conformance with the purposes of the Sign Code, as specified
in Section 7.32(A).
3. The nature of the adjacent and neighboring improvements has been taken into consideration, and
the MSP proposal is consistent in sign type, quantity, and design with other multi -tenant properties.
4. The type, height, size and quantity of the proposed signs generally comply with the Sign Code and
the approved sign program and are appropriate for the scale and context of the project.
PROPOSED CONDITIONS:
A sign permit is required for all sign installations.
Freestanding signs must include a survey or site plan for sign permit review.
The total number of signs for commercial tenant spaces on the property shall be limited to a
maximum of 15.
PZC Record of Decision: SGNP26-001
Disclaimer: This planning approval does not constitute approval to begin construction. A separate building
permit must be obtained from the building department prior to the commencement of any construction.
THESE FINDINGS OF FACT AND RECORD OF DECISION ARE HEREBY APPROVED:
BY:
PZC Chairperson
PZC Record of Decision: SGNP26-001
DATE: