PZC Packet 060716PZC Findings of Fact and Record of Decision: #MNR16006 Ulele Sculpture Wells Fargo Page 1 of 1
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
FINDINGS OF FACT AND RECORD OF DECISION
DATE OF DECISION: May 17, 2016
TYPE OF APPLICATION: Minor Development Plan
FILE NUMBER: #MNR16006
PROPERTY LOCATION: Lot 22AB, Block 2, Benchmark at Beaver Creek Subdivision
ADDRESS: 245 Chapel Place
APPLICANT/OWNER: CSB Property Holdings, LLC
These findings of fact and record of decision is made in accordance with the Avon
Development Code (“Development Code”) §7.16.020(f):
DECISION: Denied with 4-3 vote.
FINDINGS:
1. The application was reviewed pursuant to §7.16.080(f), Development Plan, and
§7.16.090(f), Design Review, and was not deemed appropriate.
2. The application is inadequate and lacking conformance with the Comprehensive
Plan goals and policies related to beautification of the Town through public art and
landscaping improvements.
THESE FINDINGS OF FACT AND RECORD OF DECISION ARE HEREBY APPROVED:
BY:______________________________________ DATE: ___________________
Jim Clancy, Chairperson
PZC Findings of Fact and Record of Decision: #MNR16010 & #AEC16004 Page 1 of 1
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
FINDINGS OF FACT AND RECORD OF DECISION
DATE OF DECISION: May 17, 2016
TYPE OF APPLICATION: Minor Development Plan / Alternative Equivalent Compliance
FILE NUMBER: #MNR16010 & #AEC16004
PROPERTY LOCATION: Lot 70, Block 2, Benchmark at Beaver Creek Subdivision
ADDRESS: 71 Beaver Creek Place
APPLICANT: Open Studio Architecture
OWNER: ANB Bank
These findings of fact and record of decision is made in accordance with the Avon
Development Code (“Development Code”) §7.16.020(f):
DECISION: Approved with 6-1 vote.
FINDINGS:
1. The applications were reviewed pursuant to §7.16.080(f), Development Plan,
§7.16.090(f), Design Review, and §7.16.120, and was determined to be compliant with
the review criteria.
2. The applications are in conformance with the Purpose provisions of the
Development Code including Sec. 7.04.030(l) “Promote architectural design which is
compatible, functional, practical and complimentary to Avon’s sub-alpine
environment.”
3. The alternative landscape design and AEC application does not impose any increased
impacts to adjacent properties.
CONDITIONS:
1. “Alternative 1” with warm color option is approved.
2. Stone veneer will be removed and replaced with brick to match the building.
THESE FINDINGS OF FACT AND RECORD OF DECISION ARE HEREBY APPROVED:
BY:______________________________________ DATE: ___________________
PZC Chairperson
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Town of Avon Planning & Zoning Commission
Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, May 17, 2016
I. Call to Order
The meeting was called to order at approximately 5:10pm.
II. Roll Call
All Commissioners were present.
III. Additions & Amendments to the Agenda
The Consent Agenda was moved after the public hearings.
IV. Conflicts of Interest
There were no conflicts of interest disclosed.
V. Consent Agenda
Findings of Fact and Record of Decision for File #MNR16006, Avon Road Right of Way, Block
2, Benchmark at Beaver Creek / 182 Avon Road
Action: Commissioner Barnes moved to approve the consent agenda. The motion was
seconded by Commissioner Howell and the vote passed 7-0.
VI. Nottingham Park Playground (5:00pm-6:00pm) – WORK SESSION
Property: Tract G, Nottingham Park
Summary: The Town’s preliminary plans for a new playground and associated facilities in
Nottingham Park will be presented by consultants from Norris Design and
Churchich Recreation.
Action: No action necessary.
VII. 3087 Residences Minor PUD Amendment – CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING
File: PUD16003
Application Type: Minor Planned Unit Development Amendment
Property: Lot 110, Block 1, Wildridge Subdivision
Applicant: Dominic Mauriello, MPG
Owner: Valorale Wildridge One LLC
Summary: Proposal to modify existing two (2) unit zoning designation which allows for
one (1) single-family residence or one (1) duplex structure; to allow two (2)
single-family detached structures. This application was first heard on April 5,
2016 and continued pending changes based on Commissioner and public
comments.
Public Comments: No comments were received.
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Action: Commissioner Barnes moved to continue Item VII and Public Hearing to the
June 7, 2016 meeting. Commissioner Hardy seconded the motion and all were
in favor.
VIII. ANB Bank Modifications – CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING
Files: MNR16010 | AEC16004
Application Type: Minor Development Plan | Alternative Equivalent Compliance
Property: Lot 70 Block 2, Benchmark at Beaver Creek / 71 Beaver Creek Place
Applicant: Open Studio Architecture
Owner: ANB Bank
Summary: Application for exterior modifications including new building materials, a new
building entrances, site and landscaping upgrades for the entire property.
Public Comments: No comments were received.
Action: Commissioner Howell motioned to approve the Minor Development Plan and
AEC for Lot 70, Block 2, Benchmark at Beaver Creek with the following
findings and conditions:
Findings:
1. The applications were reviewed pursuant to §7.16.080(f), Development
Plan, §7.16.090(f), Design Review, and §7.16.120, and was determined to be
compliant with the review criteria.
2. The applications are in conformance with the Purpose provisions of the
Development Code including Sec. 7.04.030(l) “Promote architectural
design which is compatible, functional, practical and complimentary to
Avon’s sub-alpine environment.”
3. The alternative landscape design and AEC application does not impose any
increased impacts to adjacent properties.
Conditions:
1. “Alternative 1” with warm color option is approved.
2. Stone veneer will be removed and replaced with brick to match the
building.
The motion was seconded by Commissioner Minervini and the vote passed
with a 6-1 vote; Commissioner Bonidy opposed.
IX. ANB Bank Master Sign Program - CONTINUED
File: SGN16004
Application Type: Master Sign Program
Property: Lot 70 Block 2, Benchmark at Beaver Creek / 71 Beaver Creek Place
Applicant: Open Studio Architecture
Owner: ANB Bank
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Summary: Application for exterior signage including four building mounted sign
locations, two directional freestanding signs, and one tenant identification
freestanding signs.
Public Comments: No comments were received.
Action: Commissioner Hardy moved to approve the Master Sign Program for Lot 70,
Block 2, Benchmark at Beaver Creek with the following findings and
conditions:
Finding:
1. The Application was reviewed in conformance with Avon Municipal
Code §15.28, Sign Code, and found to be in conformance with the Master Sign
Program general requirements, and design review criteria outlined in AMC
§15.28.070.
Condition:
1. LED lighting will be set to a lower brightness setting. The lighting details are
to be submitted to staff for approval prior to installation.
Commissioner Bonidy seconded the motion and it passed with a 6-1 vote;
Commissioner Barnes opposed.
X. Public Art Sculpture – PUBLIC HEARING
File: MNR16006
Application Types: Minor Development Plan
Properties: Lot 22AB, Chapel Square Subdivision / 245 Chapel Place
Applicant/Owner: CSB Property Holdings, LLC
Summary: Application for Ulele sculpture to be relocated to landscape island in front of
Wells Fargo Bank in existing public art location.
Public Comments: No comments were received.
Action: Commissioner Bonidy moved to approve the Minor Development Plan for Lot
22AB, Chapel Square with the following findings and condition:
Findings:
1. The application was reviewed pursuant to §7.16.080(f), Development
Plan, and §7.16.090(f), Design Review, and was determined to be compliant
with the review criteria.
2. The application is in conformance with the Comprehensive Plan goals
and policies related to beautification of the Town through public art and
landscaping improvements.
Conditions:
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1. The relocation plan for Basket Dancers will be approved by the
Planning and Zoning Commission.
2. 1’ maximum base height will be utilized for the sculpture.
Commissioner Barnes seconded the motion and the motion failed with 3 in
favor and 4 opposing.
Commissioner Minervini moved to deny the Minor Development Plan for Lot
22AB, Chapel Square with the following findings:
Findings:
1. The application was reviewed pursuant to §7.16.080(f), Development
Plan, and §7.16.090(f), Design Review, and was not deemed appropriate.
2. The application is inadequate and lacking conformance with the
Comprehensive Plan goals and policies related to beautification of the Town
through public art and landscaping improvements.
Commissioner Golembiewski seconded the motion and the motion passed
with 4-3 vote.
XI. Approval of Meeting Minutes
May 3, 2016 Meeting Minutes
Action: Commissioner Barnes moved to approve the consent agenda. The motion was
seconded by Commissioner Hardy and the vote passed 7-0.
XII. Adjourn
The meeting was adjourned at 7:49pm.
Approved this 7th Day of June, 2016
SIGNED:
_______________________
Jim Clancy, Chairperson
Staff Report – Minor PUD Amendment
June 7, 2016 Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting
Project File Case #PUD16003
Legal description Lot 110, Block 1, Wildridge Subdivision
Zoning PUD (2 Units)
Address 3087 Wildridge Road
Owner
Prepared By
Valorale Wildridge One LLC
Matt Pielsticker, Planning Director
Introduction
Dominic Mauriello, the Applicant, representing Volorale Wildirdge One LLC, the Property Owner, is
requesting a Planned Unit Development (PUD) Amendment (the Application) to modify the allowed
building type for Lot 110, Block 1, Wildridge Subdivision (the Property). Currently, two (2) dwelling units
in the form of one (1) single-family-detached structure or one (1) duplex structure are permitted by-
right. The Application is requesting to amend the zoning to change the allowed building type to
construct two (2) single-family-detached structures on a re-subdivided lot.
This file and public hearing was heard and continued from the April 5, 2016 PZC meeting. Since the last
public meeting meeting the application was revised with the following changes: reduced maximum
building footprint sizes, revised site design between structures with less bridging, two curb cuts instead
of one, and increased distance between the neighboring property to the south.
Process
Minor PUD Amendment Process
According the Avon Development Code, a proposed PUD amendment is considered minor if it meets the
following criteria for decision and has been determined as such by the Director:
(A) The PUD amendment does not increase density, increase the amount of nonresidential land use or
significantly alter any approved building scale and mass of development.
(B) The PUD amendment does not change the character of the development and maintains the intent
and integrity of the PUD.
(C) The PUD amendment does not result in a net decrease in the amount of open space or result in a
change in character of any of the open space proposed within the PUD.
This application is processed under §7.16.060(h), Amendments to a Final PUD, AMC. Subsection (1)(ii),
sets forth criteria for a Minor Amendment, while subsection (2)(ii) sets forth the review procedures for
the same process.
The application, as submitted, meets the criteria for a Minor Amendment.
Public Notification
In compliance with the Public Hearing and noticing requirements, a mailed notice was provided to all
property owners within 300’ of the property. Additionally, a notice was published in the Vail Daily
newspaper on March 25, 2016.
Public Hearings
The April 5, 2016 and June 7, 2016 meetings complete the public hearing requirements for PZC review.
As noted, the Council will make the final decision on this Application after holding one more public
hearing and acting on a Resolution. The Town Council hearing is scheduled for June 14, 2016.
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Proposed PUD Amendment
The Property is currently undeveloped, zoned PUD and is included in the Wildridge Subdivision. The
Wildridge Subdivision and PUD Plat contains a Land Use Summary table indicating the number of units
entitled for each individual lot. Lot 110 is shown as entitled for two (2) units in the form of either one (1)
single-family-detached structure or one (1) duplex structure.
The Application includes a narrative, response to the mandatory review criteria, and preliminary site and
building design plans showing a likely development scenario. This Application is requesting to create
two (2) separate lots of record that each would be permitted one (1) single-family-detached structure:
Approval of this request would supersede the existing entitlement of a duplex on the lot and would only
allow one (1) single-family-detached structure on each new lot.
The Application proposes to keep standard Wildridge easements: ten (10) foot front Snow Storage,
Maintenance Easement, and seven and one-half (7.5) foot side yard drainage and utility Easements. Setbacks
would also be consistent with the current PUD standards: 1) twenty-five (25) foot front setback and ten (10)
foot side and rear setback. The internal lot line setback between structures would also be maintained at ten
(10) feet, which would maintain a minimum of twenty (20) feet between the two structures. The application
was modified since last review to increase the setback on the south side of the property from ten (10) feet to
thirty (30) feet.
Staff Analysis
The current development rights allow a single duplex structure. The proposal is analyzed in comparison
with a maximized development of the property to better determine the scenario most beneficial to the
neighborhood and adjacent properties. Staff finds there are several advantages of the proposed Lot 21
PUD Amendment that mitigate the potential consequences of constructing a large duplex, including:
• Decreased building footprint through self-imposed restrictions resulting in increased open
space/undevelopable area between and below the structures
• Livable square footage maximums, which ensure compatibility with size of neighboring
structures
• Increased building separation between property to south with newly platted 30’ setback line.
The Applicant is not requesting any special privilege, variance or zoning beyond a residential
classification containing development rights of two (2) units, unchanged from the current entitlement.
The proposed PUD amendment solely requests a change from attached dwelling units to detached
dwelling units and self-imposes restrictions in doing so. To conclude, the proposed development
scenario is advantageous to adjacent neighbors who will be impacted by any development of the
Lot Lot Size Building
Height
Footprint
Limit
Livable
Area
Garage
Area
Max Area
w/
Garage
Lot 110A 0.71 acres
or 31,030 sf
35 ft. 2,600 max 4,460 sf
max
900 sf max 5,360 sf
max
Lot 110B 0.48 acres
or 21,058 sf
35 ft. 2,032 max 3,607 sf
max
900 sf max 4,500 sf
max
TOTAL 1.2 acres or
52,288 sf
N/A 4,902 max 8,067 sf
max
1,800 sf
max
9,860 sf
max
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property. The Applicant has proactively contacted or been contacted by neighbors to address any
potential concerns.
PUD Review Criteria
Pursuant to §7.16.060(e)(4), Review Criteria, AMC, the PZC shall consider the following criteria when
forming the basis of a recommendation:
(i) The PUD addresses a unique situation, confers a substantial benefit to the Town, and/or
incorporates creative site design such that it achieves the purposes of this Development Code and
represents an improvement in quality over what could have been accomplished through strict
application of the otherwise applicable district or development standards. Such improvements in
quality may include, but are not limited to: improvements in open space provision and access;
environmental protection; tree/vegetation preservation; efficient provision of streets, roads, and
other utilities and services; or increased choice of living and housing environments.
Staff Response: The stated purposes of §7.04, Development Code, AMC, and §7.16.060, PUD, AMC,
includes statements regarding the implementation of the Comprehensive Plan; regulating intensity
of use; avoiding increased demands on public services and facilities; and providing for compatibility
with the surrounding area, among other statements. The proposed 3087 Residences PUD
amendment does not increase demands on public services, and provides compatible building layouts
with the surrounding area. It should be noted that other applicable development standards
(parking, design standards, access requirements) would remain intact, or be superseded with stricter
standards as outlined in the attached PUD submittal. The request for two curb cuts on Wildridge
Road, however, it results in less site disturbance between the structures by keeping the homes closer
to the road and less need for bridging.
(ii) The PUD rezoning will promote the public health, safety, and general welfare;
Staff Response: Staff finds that the Application better promotes the public health, safety and
welfare over that of the existing development rights for a duplex because the Applicant is imposing
stricter standards than the existing development standards. The inclusion of single-family structures
on the Property is compatible with the adjacent residential uses which are a mix of single-family,
duplex, and fourplex buildings. Furthermore, the application does not propose to change from the
existing residential designation.
(iii) The PUD rezoning is consistent with the Avon Comprehensive Plan, the purposes of this
Development Code, and the eligibility criteria outlined in §7.16.060(b);
Staff Response: The proposed PUD amendment is part of an established PUD, and is therefore not
subject to the eligibility criteria or Public Benefit requirements outlined in §7.16.060(b). Consistency
with the Comprehensive Plan is required and analysis is provided below. The Comprehensive Plan
includes this property within District 24: Wildridge Residential District. The planning principals specific
to this property include the following:
• Site buildings of varying sizes along the street to maximize sun exposure, protect views,
be compatible with existing surrounding development, and break up building bulk.
The majority of the Wildridge District planning principles involve enhancing and promoting open
space connectivity. This property is located adjacent to a large open space tract and does not impact
that area of the subdivision. Approval of this Application would result in consistency of building sizes
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found in the vicinity. The break from a single duplex structure into two structures has the potential
to maximize light and air and decrease overall massing.
(iv) Facilities and services (including roads and transportation, water, gas, electric, police and fire
protection, and sewage and waste disposal, as applicable) will be available to serve the subject
property while maintaining adequate levels of service to existing development;
Staff Response: This PUD amendment does not change the current development rights to construct
two residential units; therefore the existing services can adequately serve the property.
(v) Compared to the underlying zoning, the PUD rezoning is not likely to result in significant adverse
impacts upon the natural environment, including air, water, noise, storm water management, wildlife,
and vegetation, or such impacts will be substantially mitigated;
Staff Response: When compared to the existing duplex zoning, the proposed Minor PUD
Amendment will not result in any adverse impacts upon the natural environment, wildlife,
vegetation, noise, or air. Storm water management may be improved with more opportunities for
storm water runoff between the buildings and underneath the supporting cantilevered design (if
that conceptual development plan is pursued).
(vi) Compared to the underlying zoning, the PUD rezoning is not likely to result in significant adverse
impacts upon other property in the vicinity of the subject tract; and
Staff Response: Approval of this PUD amendment may result in a lesser overall impact to neighboring
properties since the proposed development standards are stricter than the existing development
standards.
(vii) Future uses on the subject tract will be compatible in scale with uses or potential future uses on
other properties in the vicinity of the subject tract.
Staff Response: Single-family-detached residential use is compatible in scale with current and
potential uses on other properties in the vicinity of the Property.
Staff Recommendation
Staff is recommending approval of the Application. The PZC shall conduct a public hearing, consider
public comments, and approve Findings of Fact, Record of Decision, and Recommendation to Council
pursuant to Section 7.16.020(f)(3), Findings.
Recommended Motion:
“I move to recommend approval of Case #PUD16003, an application for a Minor PUD Amendment for Lot
110, Block 1, Wildridge Subdivision together with the findings of fact noted in Staff’s report”
The following Findings may be applied should PZC make a favorable recommendation to Council:
1. The 3087 Residences application meets the eligibility requirements for a Minor PUD Amendment
by not increasing density, increasing the amount of nonresidential land use, or significantly alter
any approved building scale and mass of the development.
2. The 3087 Residences PUD Amendment does not change the character of the development and
maintains the intent and integrity of the PUD with two residential dwelling units on the
Property.
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3. The 3087 Residences PUD Amendment promotes the public health, safety and welfare over that
of the existing development rights for a duplex because the Applicant is imposing stricter
standards than the existing development standards.
4. The Application is in conformance with §7.16.060(e)(4), Review Criteria, AMC, and compared to
the underlying zoning, the Minor PUD Amendment is not likely to result in significant adverse
impacts upon the natural environment or neighboring properties.
Attachment
A: Application Narrative. Rev. June 1, 2016
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Submitted:
March 1, 2016
Rev. June 1, 2016
PUD Amendment
3087 Wildridge Road
Lot 110, Block 1, Wildridge Subdivision
3087 Residences
A. INTRODUCTION
The applicant, Valorale Wildridge One LLC, represented by Mauriello Planning Group, is
reques>ng a Minor PUD Amendment for 3087 Wildridge Road / Lot 110, Block 1, Wildridge
Subdivision. The Wildridge PUD currently in effect iden>fies Lot 110 as a two unit lot, allowing
for a total of two dwelling units in the form of a duplex on the property. The applicant is
reques>ng the Town of Avon allow for two single family dwelling units on the property,
maintaining the exis>ng density allowed by the Wildridge PUD. Because the lot is located
within the Wildridge PUD, a minor amendment to the PUD is required. The lot is proposed to
be plaTed to create two single-family lots by a future subdivision applica>on should the PUD
Amendment be approved. Lot 110A is proposed at 0.68 acres / 29,660 sq. Y. and Lot 110B is
proposed at 0.51 acres / 22,428 sq. Y.
The property is a total of 1.2 acres / 52,088 sq. Y. There are
exis>ng homes to the south and west, with Town of Avon
open space to the north and across the street to the east.
The lot is very steep, and the design of the proposed homes
respond to the site by running parallel to the grades.The
homes are located as close as possible to the road, limi>ng
disturbance to the remainder of the lot but s>ll in compliance
with adopted setbacks.
The applicant has revised the plans since the previous review
by the Planning and Zoning Commission, to respond both the
the Commission’s concerns and comments from neighboring
property owners. The plans have been revised to show 30 Y.
to the property line of the the neighbor to the south. It was
previously approximately 16 Y. from this property line. In
addi>on, the applicant has minimized the driveway bridge
structure by providing two curb cuts. The bridge structures
reduces grading.
The applicant is proposing addi>onal limita>ons to further
restrict development of this site, making development here
more sympathe>c to the neighborhood and the original
design philosophy of the developer including the following:
Footprint Limita>on: There is no footprint limita>on currently for the site. The applicant
is proposing a footprint limita>on of 2,600 sq. Y. (8.3%) on Lot 110A and 2,032 sq. Y.
(9.6%) on Lot 110B for a overall building footprint of 5,022 sq. Y. or 9.4% of the en>re
property.
Livable Area Limita>on: There is no limita>on currently on the site for livable area. The
applicant is proposing a limit of of 4,460 sq. Y. (14%) on Lot 110A and 3,600 sq. Y. (17%)
on Lot 110B for an overall livable area limita>on of 8,060 sq. Y. or 15% of the en>re
property. Garages for each lot are proposed to be limited to 900 sq. Y.
Non-developable Zone: The applicant is proposing a non-developable area of 30,120 sq.
Y, or 58% of the en>re site.
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Winter and Summer Condi>ons at
3087 Wildridge Road / Lot 110,
Block 1, Wildridge Subdivision
These limita>ons provide a benefit to the neighborhood by ensuring that development on this
lot will be significantly less than what could be developed under current regula>ons. It
eliminates the future opportunity to construct a coast-to-coast duplex, which is common in this
area of Wildridge. It allows for a greater separa>on between the buildings, improved privacy
for owners, open space, beTer light and air, and reduced appearance of bulk and mass.
Below is a conceptual design of the lot layout and eleva>ons:
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B. BACKGROUND
The Town of Avon was incorporated in 1978 and Benchmark Proper>es created the Wildridge
and Wildwood Subdivisions shortly thereaYer. The Wildridge Subdivision was subsequently
completely replaTed in 1981. Lot 110 was plaTed as 1.20 acres / 52,272 sq. Y. as indicated on a
por>on of the 1981 plat provided below:
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C. ZONING ANALYSIS
Development Standard ExisBng Proposed
Lot Size:1.20 acres / 52,272 sq. Y. Lot 110A - 0.71 acres / 31,030 sq. Y.
Lot 110B - 0.48 acres / 21,058 sq. Y.
Density:2 units (in duplex format)2 units (in single family format)
Setbacks:Front - 25 Y.
Side - 10 Y.
Rear - 10 Y.
Front - 25 Y.
Side - 10 Y., 30 Y. to the southern property line
Side - 10 N. (internal between units)
Rear - 10 Y.
Height:35 Y.35 Y.
Footprint:No limita>on Lot 110A - 2,600 sq. Y. (8.3%)
Lot 110B - 2,032 sq. Y. (9.6%)
Total: 4,902 sq. Y. (9.4%)
Livable Floor Area:No limita>on Lot 110A - 4,460 sq. Y. (14%)
Lot 110B - 3,600 sq. Y. (17%)
Total - 8,060 sq. Y. (15%)
Garage Area:No limita>on Lot 110A - 900 sq. Y.
Lot 110B - 900 sq. Y.
Total - 1,800 sq. Y.
Non-developable Zone:No requirements 30,120 sq. Y. (58%)
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D. CRITERIA FOR REVIEW
Sec>on 7.16.060.4 establishes the criteria for review of a PUD amendment. Sec>on 7.16.060.4
states:
Review Criteria. The PZC and Town Council shall consider the following criteria as the
basis for a recommenda;on or decision to rezone a property to PUD Overlay, and
approve a preliminary PUD plan, or process a PUD amendment:
(i)The PUD addresses a unique situa3on, confers a substan3al benefit to the Town, and/or
incorporates crea3ve site design such that it achieves the purposes of this Development
Code and represents an improvement in quality over what could have been accomplished
through strict applica3on of the otherwise applicable district or development standards.
Such improvements in quality may include, but are not limited to: improvements in open
space provision and access; environmental protec3on; tree/vegeta3on preserva3on;
efficient provision of streets, roads, and other u3li3es and services; or increased choice of
living and housing environments.
Applicant Response: The proposed amendment to the Wildridge PUD to allow for two single
family homes provides a structure for a crea>ve site design that is an improvement over the
exis>ng duplex development scenario. It allows for a greater separa>on between the
buildings, addi>onal green space and reduced appearance of bulk and mass. Furthermore,
the addi>onal restric>ons proposed by the applicant provide a substan>al benefit to the
Town. The proposed si>ng of homes as proposed is consistent with the recommenda>ons
found in the original design guidelines. The homes will each be benched into the hillside to
conform to the slope. The proposed roof lines run with the slope of the land. The structures
are linear due to the steep grade. Buildings are being ar>culated in response to slope to
reduce building scale and create spa>al variety. Finally, the separa>on of the units and the
limita>ons placed on the floor area provide for increased choice of living opportuni>es.
More than a third of the development in Wildridge is mul>ple family including Wildwood
which is part of the Wildridge subdivision. One of the least available housing formats in all
of Avon is single-family and this applica>on addresses this showing choice while also limi>ng
the floor area in perpetuity.
(ii)The PUD rezoning will promote the public health, safety, and general welfare;
Applicant Response: The applicant is proposing two units in a single-family format, while
the current regula>ons would require the two units in a duplex format. Because there is no
increase in the number of proposed dwelling units, there is no increase in the es>mated
number of vehicular trips generated by the units. The homes have been sited with
sensi>vity to views and openness of the neighbors. As indicated in this analysis, the
proposal promotes the public health, safety, and general welfare.
(iii)The PUD rezoning is consistent with the Avon Comprehensive Plan, the purposes of this
Development Code, and the eligibility criteria outlined in §7.16.060(b);
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Applicant Response: The Avon Land Use Map indicates the property as Residen>al - Low
Density as indicated on the map below:
The Comprehensive Plan defines “Residen>al-Lot Density” as follows:
Areas designated for residen;al low density are intended to provide sites for single-family,
duplex, and mul;-family dwellings at a density no greater than 7.5 dwelling units per acre.
The proposal complies with the density as recommended by the Comprehensive Plan. The
purpose of the Development Code is provided in Sec>on 7.04.030 Purposes of the Avon
Development Code:
The Development Code is intended to promote and achieve the following goals and purposes for
the Avon community, including the residents, property owners, business owners and visitors:
(a) Divide the Town into zones, restric;ng and requiring therein the loca;on, erec;on,
construc;on, reconstruc;on, altera;on and use of buildings, structures and land for trade,
industry, residence and other specified uses; regulate the intensity of the use of lot areas;
regulate and determine the area of open spaces surrounding such buildings; establish building
lines and loca;ons of buildings designed for specified industrial, commercial, residen;al and
other uses within such areas; establish standards to which buildings or structures shall
conform; establish standards for use of areas adjoining such buildings or structures;
(b) Implement the goals and policies of the Avon Comprehensive Plan and other applicable
planning documents of the Town;
(c) Comply with the purposes stated in state and federal regula;ons which authorize the
regula;ons in this Development Code;
(d) Avoid undue traffic conges;on and degrada;on of the level of service provided by streets
and roadways, promote effec;ve and economical mass transporta;on and enhance effec;ve,
aRrac;ve and economical pedestrian opportuni;es;
(e) Promote adequate light, air, landscaping and open space and avoid undue concentra;on or
sprawl of popula;on;
(f) Provide a planned and orderly use of land, protec;on of the environment and preserva;on
of viability, all to conserve the value of the investments of the people of the Avon community
and encourage a high quality of life and the most appropriate use of land throughout the
municipality;
(g) Prevent the inefficient use of land; avoid increased demands on public services and facili;es
which exceed capacity or degrade the level of service for exis;ng residents; provide for phased
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development of government services and facili;es which maximizes efficiency and op;mizes
costs to taxpayers and users; and promote sufficient, economical and high-quality provision of
all public services and public facili;es, including but not limited to water, sewage, schools,
libraries, police, parks, recrea;on, open space and medical facili;es;
(h) Minimize the risk of damage and injury to people, structures and public infrastructure
created by wild fire, avalanche, unstable slopes, rock fall, mudslides, flood danger and other
natural hazards;
(i) Achieve or exceed federal clean air standards;
(j) Sustain water sources by maintaining the natural watershed, preven;ng accelerated
erosion, reducing runoff and consequent sedimenta;on, elimina;ng pollutants introduced
directly into streams and enhancing public access to recrea;onal water sources;
(k) Maintain the natural scenic beauty of the Eagle River Valley in order to preserve areas of
historical and archaeological importance, provide for adequate open spaces, preserve scenic
views, provide recrea;onal opportuni;es, sustain the tourist-based economy and preserve
property values;
(l) Promote architectural design which is compa;ble, func;onal, prac;cal and complimentary
to Avon's sub-alpine environment;
(m) Achieve innova;on and advancement in design of the built environment to improve
efficiency, reduce energy consump;on, reduce emission of pollutants, reduce consump;on of
non-renewable natural resources and aRain sustainability;
(n) Achieve a diverse range of aRainable housing which meets the housing needs created by
jobs in the Town, provides a range of housing types and price points to serve a complete range
of life stages and promotes a balanced, diverse and stable full ;me residen;al community
which is balanced with the visitor economy;
(o) Promote quality real estate investments which conserve property values by disclosing risks,
taxes and fees; by incorpora;ng prac;cal and comprehensible legal arrangements; and by
promo;ng accuracy in investment expecta;ons; and
(p)Promote the health, safety and welfare of the Avon community.
As demonstrated within this document, the proposal is consistent with and in substan>al
compliance with the purpose of the Development Code by not increasing the number of
dwelling units.
The eligibility criteria for a PUD are outlined in Sec>on 7.16.060(b) and state the following:
(1) Property Eligible. All proper;es within the Town of Avon are eligible to apply for PUD
approval.
(2) Consistency with Comprehensive Plan. The proposed development shall be consistent with the
Avon Comprehensive Plan.
(3) Consistent with PUD Intent. The proposed development shall be consistent with the intent and
spirit of the PUD purpose statement in §7.16.060(a).
(4) Compa;bility with Exis;ng Uses. The proposed development shall not impede the con;nued
use or development of surrounding proper;es for uses that are permiRed in the Development
Code or planned for in the Avon Comprehensive Plan.
(5) Public Benefit. A recognizable and material benefit will be realized by both the future
residents and the Town as a whole through the establishment of a PUD, where such benefit
would otherwise be infeasible or unlikely.
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(6) Preserva;on of Site Features. Long-term conserva;on of natural, historical, architectural, or
other significant features or open space will be achieved, where such features would otherwise
be destroyed or degraded by development as permiRed by the underlying zoning district.
(7) Sufficient Land Area for Proposed Uses. Sufficient land area has been provided to comply with
all applicable regula;ons of the Development Code, to adequately serve the needs of all
permiRed uses in the PUD projects, and to ensure compa;bility between uses and the
surrounding neighborhood.
As demonstrated within this document, the proposal is consistent with the eligibility criteria
for a PUD. The proposal is consistent with the Avon Comprehensive Plan and compa>ble
with exis>ng uses, which are of a similar density as the proposal.
(iv)Facili3es and services (including roads and transporta3on, water, gas, electric, police and
fire protec3on, and sewage and waste disposal, as applicable) will be available to serve
the subject property while maintaining adequate levels of service to exis3ng development;
Applicant Response: The applicant is proposing the same number of units as currently
allowed by the Town of Avon, and as a result, all facili>es and services are available and
adequate to serve the development. There is no increase in demand as a result of the
proposal, and therefore the proposal maintains adequate levels of service to exis>ng
development.
(v)Compared to the underlying zoning, the PUD rezoning is not likely to result in significant
adverse impacts upon the natural environment, including air, water, noise, storm water
management, wildlife, and vegeta3on, or such impacts will be substan3ally mi3gated;
Applicant Response: The proposal will have beneficial impacts on wildlife and vegeta>on as
a result of the proposed non-developable zone, limi>ng development to specific areas on
the lot. The remaining area will remain generally in its natural state, crea>ng opportuni>es
for wildlife and vegeta>on. The proposal is en>rely located within a previously plaTed
subdivision, with no increase in the allowable density, and as a result will not have any
addi>onal adverse impacts on the above-referenced criteria.
(vi)Compared to the underlying zoning, the PUD rezoning is not likely to result in significant
adverse impacts upon other property in the vicinity of the subject tract; and
Applicant Response: As there is no increase in allowable density for the proper>es, there is
no increase to impacts upon other property in the vicinity. The proposal is consistent with
the allowable density for surrounding proper>es and will be smaller in scale than many of
the exis>ng homes in the neighborhood. The following photos provide some idea of the
character and size (from Eagle County Assessors) of the exis>ng homes in the vicinity:
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(vii)Future uses on the subject tract will be compa3ble in scale with uses or poten3al future
uses on other proper3es in the vicinity of the subject tract.
Applicant Response: The Wildridge neighborhood is developed with a mix of single-family
homes, duplexes, and mul>ple family dwellings. The majority of the lots in the
neighborhood are allowed a minimum of two dwelling units (534 units or 267 lots out of the
849 units originally proposed). Homes in the neighborhood vary greatly in size, with some
small single-family residences under 3,000 sq. Y., to larger duplexes with some up to 7,000
sq. Y. As a neighborhood that has developed slowly over the past 35 years, architectural
style and unit size have changed as a reflec>on of trends over that same period. The
demands for floor area in the 1980s and what is deemed more acceptable today are
significantly different.
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2470 Old Trail Road #B
3,031 sq.Y.
2470 Old Trail Road #A
2,617 sq.Y.
3083 Wildridge Road A & B
1,814 sq. Y. & 2021 sq.Y.
2490 Old Trail Road #A
2,106 sq.Y.
2490 Old Trail Road #B
2,684 sq.Y.
3121 Wildridge Road #B
3,304 sq.Y. 3165 Wildridge Road #A
3,646 sq.Y.
Many of the duplexes built over the last two decades in Wildridge departed from the
general design principles that this applica>on promotes:
Structures that conform to the natural landform, stepping with grade, and roof sloping in
the direc>on of the grades (steep slopes);
Ar>culated building massing, with small building forms to create a more addi>ve
appearance; and
Building materials (stucco, wood, stone) and colors (natural earth tones) that blend with
the natural landscape.
The character of the architecture for the proposed units will also be compa>ble with the
neighborhood. The proposed homes have been sited to be responsive to the site, stepping
with the natural grade and stepping down on the front and sides to anchor the buildings to
the ground. Building massing is consistent with the neighborhood and both units are below
the maximum height limita>on. While the final materials have not been iden>fied, the
proposed materials will be those that are prevalent throughout Wildridge and consistent
with the design guidelines, such as wood siding, stucco, and stone. The conceptual design
for the project is provided below, though it is important to note that these have yet to go
through the Design Review process:
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E. PREVIOUS APPLICATIONS BY MAURIELLO PLANNING GROUP
Mauriello Planning Group has processed several similar applica>ons which have allowed for
single family homes where duplexes were previously allowed. In all cases, the applica>ons have
resulted in limita>ons on development that are responsive to the topography, bulk and mass,
and considerate of neighboring uses. In just about every case, the neighbors were ul>mately
suppor>ve of the proposals.
Wildridge Point
Two duplex lots converted to three single-family lots
Building footprint limited on Lot 2 to 3,000 sq. Y. or 12% of the lot area
Building footprint limited on Lot 3 to 2,500 sq. Y. or 7% of the lot area
5151 Longsun Lane
Duplex divided into two single family homes
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4290 Wildridge Road West
Duplex divided into two single family homes
Footprints limited to 2,400 sq. Y. on each lot
4010 Wildridge Road West (Gasperlin Residences)
Duplex divided into two single family homes
Building footprint limited to 2,900 sq. Y. for each lot
Livable area limited to 4,000 sq. Y. for each lot
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4250 Wildridge Road West
Duplex divided into two single family homes
Limited height to 33 Y. (south) and 30 Y. (north)
Created building envelopes
Foot print limita>on of 2,900 sq. Y. (south) and 2,500 sq. Y. (north)
Livable are limited to 3,900 sq. Y. for each unit
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F. C ONCLUSIONS
The applicant has shown that this lot can be developed with two single-family homes in a
manner that is consistent with the Town’s review criteria and comprehensive plan policies.
Further, this applicant has provided addi>onal restric>ons and benefits that will ensure that
future homes developed on the subject proper>es will be respecoul of topography and
sympathe>c to the neighborhood. The site planning for these two lots is a significant
improvement over that of a duplex structure on this property even with dwelling units of the
same or similar size.
We hope you will agree that this proposal, considered independently from other similar
proposals on other proper>es, meets the review criteria and is an enhancement over the
exis>ng zoning restric>ons on the property.
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G. ADJACENT ADDRESSES (within 300 Feet)
TOWN OF AVON
PO BOX 975
AVON, CO 81620-0975
BLOCK, JONATHAN ALEXANDER & DANIELLE ELKIN
PO BOX 1555
AVON, CO 81620-1555
FRED & FLORA HILLER LIVING TRUST
12950 N HIGH HAWK DR
MARANA, AZ 85658-4239
GROW, STEVEN M. & MARGARET S.
8 MANETTE RD
MORRISTOWN, NJ 07960-6344
SHERMAN, CHARLES M. - PETERS, PEGGY L.
PO BOX 1044
AVON, CO 81620-1044
LANE, LAWRENCE
PO BOX 3117
AVON, CO 81620-3117
HARRISON, KEITH
PO BOX 536
VAIL, CO 81658-0536
JONES, SHARON S. - SAMSON, GREG M.
PO BOX 7685
AVON, CO 81620-7685
WALKER, J. KIM & MARYJO
9848 SE SANDPINE LN
HOBE SOUND, FL 33455-6399
SHERMAN, SHEILA M.
1734 BLUEBELL DR
BRIGHTON, CO 80601-6787
MEINTJES, LEIGH P. - WILDE, SEAN WJ
6725 ROXBURY TRCE
ALPHARETTA, GA 30005-1753
JOHN C. BUCHER DECLARATION OF TRUST
29025 N SPOON CT
MUNDELEIN, IL 60060-5311
PETROWSKI, DAVID S. & HILARY W.
PO BOX 1178
AVON, CO 81620-1178
NELSON, LINDSEY ALLAN
PO BOX 8751
AVON, CO 81620-8709
GREENE, RICHARD & LINDA
3300 E DELHI RD
ANN ARBOR, MI 48103-8858
RAUB, SCOTT
PO BOX 2999
EDWARDS, CO 81632-2999
GROSS, LAURA F. & ROBERT C.
4011 SAN FELICE PT
COLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80906-5900
BECKER-PEREZ, STEPHANIE M. - PEREZ, JASON S.
PO BOX 833
AVON, CO 81620-0833
JONES, JAMES D.
2399 N FRONTAGE RD W
VAIL, CO 81657-4285
BRAINARD, DAVID A. - ABBEY, DONNA R.
7773 KRYPTONITE LN
CASTLE ROCK, CO 80108-3112
PINES OF WILDRIDGE TOWNHOME ASSOC INC
PO BOX 1593
VAIL, CO 81658-1593
CRAINE, LORI J.
PO BOX 1732
LEADVILLE, CO 80461-1732
BURTON, BRET A. & CARRYN
PO BOX 8623
AVON, CO 81620-8619
DEAN, JENNIFER L.
PO BOX 2001
AVON, CO 81620-2001
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VOSS, GEOFFREY E. & JENNIFER L.
PO BOX 3612
AVON, CO 81620-3612
ROMANIN, MELISSA G.
PO BOX 4138
EAGLE, CO 81631-4138
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Staff Report – Rezoning
June 7, 2016 Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting
Report date June 3, 2016
Project file Case #REZ16001
Legal description Lot 1, 2A, 2B, 2C, 3, & 5, Mountain Vista Resort Subdivision
Current Zoning Planned Unit Development (PUD)
Proposed Zoning Town Center (TC)
Address 140-160 West Beaver Creek Boulevard
Prepared By Matt Pielsticker, Planning Director
Introduction
The Applicant, Points of Colorado, Inc., has submitted a Rezoning application (the
“Application”). The request would rezone the majority of what is commonly referred to as “Lot
C” from the Planned Unit Development (“PUD”) designation to the Town Center (“TC”) zone
district. The proposed TC zone district would allow for the future development of the site for
timeshare, along with other customary uses enumerated in Table 7.24-1, Allowed Uses, Avon
Development Code (“ADC”). A narrative from the Applicant and a map depicted the area of
rezoning is attached to this report.
The Planning and Zoning Commission (“PZC”) will review the Application and conduct a public
hearing on June 7, 2016. After reviewing the Application materials, Staff’s analysis, and
considering public input, the PZC will forward a recommendation to the Town Council for
action.
Process
The review process first requires a noticed public hearing with PZC. After conducting a public
hearing, PZC will forward a recommendation to Town Council. Subsequently, final action is
taken on the Application by Town Council after conducting public hearings and either approval
by Ordinance or denial by motion.
Property Background
Originally, the property was part of Lots 47-54, Block 2, Benchmark at Beaver Creek Subdivision
and zoned Specially Planned Area (SPA). The properties included a number of “Commercial /
Condominium / Apartment” unit allocations, and the Plat included a broad definition for
permitted Commercial land uses; building heights up to eighty (80) feet were granted by right.
Staff Review &
Report
PUBLIC HEARING:
PZC
PUBLIC HEARING:
Council & 1st
Reading of
Ordinance
PUBLIC HEARING:
Council & 2nd
Reading of
Ordinance
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The properties were later re-platted as Lots A, B, and C in the general layout that exists today
with: Lot A (now Lodge at Avon Center), Lot B, and Lot C (Sheraton Mountain Vista PUD). The
project was originally envisioned as a phased project with Lot A being Phase I, Lot B as Phase II,
and Lot C as Phase III. Ultimately the Avon Center developed and Lot C was rezoned to PUD to
advance the Sheraton Mountain Vista Development Plan.
The Lot C PUD was approved in 2000 as a mixed-use project that includes residential, office and
commercial land uses. The developed portion of the project includes 81 two -bedroom
timeshare units, 20 employee-housing units, and ground level office/retail space. The
undeveloped but approved uses include additional timeshare units, additional office/retail, and
a 125-room hotel.
As currently approved, the build-out of the project occurs in three phases: Phases 1A, 1B, and
1C. As mentioned, the portion of the timeshare and commercial space along with the employee
housing has been built in accordance with Phase 1A and 1B, with the majority of ground level
retail and hotel/restaurant space occurring in the last phase (Phase 1C). This rezoning request
applies to the entire property, minus Lot 4 (New Town Hall). Phase 1C is currently entitled 48
timeshare units, 5,500 square feet of commercial/retail, 4,800 square feet of restaurant, and a
125-room hotel.
Property Description
Lot C is a 3.24 acre property that is composed of several parcels: Lot 1, 2A, 2B, 2C, 3, 4, and 5.
The area proposed for rezoning with this application includes all lots except Lot 4 which is the
new Town Hall property. That leaves approximately 3 acres of land changing from PUD to
Town Center zoning. The land itself is gently sloping downhill from West Beaver Creek
Boulevard toward Main Street Pedestrian Mall. Minor landscaping improvements are in place
with the anticipation of future development phase(s). The area between Lots B and C include
drainage infrastructure and easements for both properties to bring drainage around Lot 4 and
into a drainage detention structure.
The Property is bounded on the south
by the Pedestrian Mall; north by West
Beaver Creek Boulevard and Lake
Street; west by Tract G and Mikaela
Way; and east by Lot B and a potential
site for a hotel development. All of the
areas surround the development are
hard surfaces with little landscape area
in the form of surface parking areas,
sidewalks, and/or roadways.
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Application Summary
The proposal is to modify the Town’s Zoning Map for Lot C from PUD to the TC zone district.
This Application includes a narrative and map of the area changing to TC. If approved, the
following dimensional standards would apply to any future development:
This represents a reduction in height from that currently allowed (107’) down to 80’ as
permitted in the TC zone district. Noted is the requirement to match the smallest setback of
existing, adjacent structures for future infill development. All of the current planning for West
Beaver Creek Boulevard encourage future development and additions to front the street when
possible to help create a more inviting pedestrian experience.
Rezoning Review Criteria Analysis
As outlined in Sec. 7.20.080(e), the Purpose of the Town Center District is as follows:
“The TC district is intended to provide sites for a variety of uses such as hotels, commercial
establishments, offices and some residential uses in a predominately pedestrian
environment. The Town Center should be distinguished from other areas in the Town and
serve as the focal point for social, business, and cultural activities. This district contains the
highest intensity of uses and should serve as the major transit destination as well as
provide high levels of pedestrian accessibility. The TC district implements the mixed-use
classification of the Avon Future Land Use Plan.”
The review process and review criteria for zoning amendments are governed by AMC §7.16.050,
Rezonings. PZC shall use the criteria below as the basis for a recommendation on the Rezoning
application. Staff responses to each review criteria are provided.
(1) Evidence of substantial compliance with the purpose of the Development Code;
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Staff Response: The Application is substantially compliant with the purpose statements of
the Development Code by providing for the orderly, efficient use of the Property, while at
the same time conserving the value of the investments of owners of property in Town.
The Application promotes the health, safety, and welfare of the Avon community by
providing assurances with respect to building form, development standards, and allowed
uses consistent and in scale with adjacent neighboring Town Center (TC) properties. The
proposed land use also appears to be in substantial compliance with the purpose of TC
zone district as outlined below. The entire Purpose statement section from the
Development Code (Section 7.04.030 - Development Code Purposes) is outlined for
reference:
(a) Divide the Town into zones, restricting and requiring therein the location, erection,
construction, reconstruction, alteration and use of buildings, structures and land for trade,
industry, residence and other specified uses; regulate the intensity of the use of lot areas;
regulate and determine the area of open spaces surrounding such buildings; establish building
lines and locations of buildings designed for specified industrial, commercial, residential and
other uses within such areas; establish standards to which buildings or structures shall conform;
establish standards for use of areas adjoining such buildings or structures;
(b) Implement the goals and policies of the Avon Comprehensive Plan and other applicable
planning documents of the Town;
(c) Comply with the purposes stated in state and federal regulations which authorize the
regulations in this Development Code;
(d) Avoid undue traffic congestion and degradation of the level of service provided by streets
and roadways, promote effective and economical mass transportation and enhance effective,
attractive and economical pedestrian opportunities;
(e) Promote adequate light, air, landscaping and open space and avoid undue concentration or
sprawl of population;
(f) Provide a planned and orderly use of land, protection of the environment and preservation of
viability, all to conserve the value of the investments of the people of the Avon community and
encourage a high quality of life and the most appropriate use of land throughout the
municipality;
(g) Prevent the inefficient use of land; avoid increased demands on public services and facilities
which exceed capacity or degrade the level of service for existing residents; provide for phased
development of government services and facilities which maximizes efficiency and optimizes
costs to taxpayers and users; and promote sufficient, economical and high-quality provision of all
public services and public facilities, including but not limited to water, sewage, schools, libraries,
police, parks, recreation, open space and medical facilities;
(h) Minimize the risk of damage and injury to people, structures and public infrastructure created
by wild fire, avalanche, unstable slopes, rock fall, mudslides, flood danger and other natural
hazards;
(i) Achieve or exceed federal clean air standards;
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(j) Sustain water sources by maintaining the natural watershed, preventing accelerated erosion,
reducing runoff and consequent sedimentation, eliminating pollutants introduced directly into
streams and enhancing public access to recreational water sources;
(k) Maintain the natural scenic beauty of the Eagle River Valley in order to preserve areas of
historical and archaeological importance, provide for adequate open spaces, preserve scenic
views, provide recreational opportunities, sustain the tourist-based economy and preserve
property values;
(l) Promote architectural design which is compatible, functional, practical and complimentary to
Avon's sub-alpine environment;
(m) Achieve innovation and advancement in design of the built environment to improve
efficiency, reduce energy consumption, reduce emission of pollutants, reduce consumption of
non-renewable natural resources and attain sustainability;
(n) Achieve a diverse range of attainable housing which meets the housing needs created by jobs
in the Town, provides a range of housing types and price points to serve a complete range of life
stages and promotes a balanced, diverse and stable full time residential community which is
balanced with the visitor economy;
(o) Promote quality real estate investments which conserve property values by disclosing risks,
taxes and fees; by incorporating practical and comprehensible legal arrangements; and by
promoting accuracy in investment expectations; and
(p) Promote the health, safety and welfare of the Avon community.
(2) Consistency with the Avon Comprehensive Plan;
Staff Response: The rezoning application will provide consistency with the
Comprehensive Plan and supporting documents. The existing/future land use maps
contained in the Comprehensive Plan call for “Mixed-Use” designation. The
Comprehensive Plan defines the intent of the “Mixed-Use” as follows:
Mixed Use– The intent of the mixed-use designation is to create an area providing
commercial retail and service uses with a supporting mix of office, residential,
lodging, and entertainment uses in an urbanized, pedestrian-oriented environment. A
high proportion of lodging and other residential uses should be achieved in order to
create the needed critical mass of population and activity to energize the Town
Center District. Building should be vertically mixed, with retail, restaurants, and
other commercial services located on the lower levels in order to encourage a high
level of interest and pedestrian activity. Building design, siting, and orientation, as
well as shared parking facilities and public gathering spaces create an environment
that is appealing and inviting for pedestrians and vehicles.
This definition dovetails nicely with the intent and purpose of the proposed TC zone
district as it “contains the highest intensity of uses ….and the TC district implements the
mixed-use classification of the Avon Future Land Use Plan”. A continued movement to
creating critical mass where it is most appropriately located in the Town Core area
with other Town Center zoned properties is highly supported.
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Specific Goals and Policies supportive of this rezoning application include the
following:
Policy B.1.5: Require that development within the Town Center Districts is
readily accessible to and otherwise integrated with existing retail areas and
transit service routes for both pedestrians and vehicles.
Policy B.1.8: Locate uses that generate traffic to areas near transit facilities or
shared parking facilities to minimize automobile travel and “re-parking” within
the same area.
Goal C.1: Provide a balance of land uses that offers a range of housing options,
diverse commercial and employment opportunities, inviting guest
accommodations, and high quality civic and recreational facilities, working in
concert to strengthen Avon’s identity as both a year-round residential
community and as a commercial, tourism and economic center.
Policy C.1.3: Focus lodging and guest accommodation in the Town Center
Districts to take advantage of the proximity to retail, commercial and other
community services.
Goal E.3: Increase the number of visitors to Avon by enhancing our
attractiveness as a destination resort community.
The Comprehensive Plan includes the Property in the middle of the West Town Center
District.
The West Town Center District shows a series of Public Plazas and the opportunity for
redevelopment of the Pedestrian Mall area, both of which took place in 2014. The role
of the West Town Center District is to serve as the heart of the community. The
district acts as “the common ground between the full–time residents, part-time
residents, and destination guests through diverse retail and entertainment
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opportunities.” The surrounding public gathering spaces and pedestrian connections
are essential in forming the fabric of a successful town center. The West Town Center
also benefits greatly with the Pavilion and other entertainment oriented land uses
which connect with lodging properties in the area.
(3) Physical suitability of the land for the proposed development or
subdivision;
Staff Response: The Property is centrally located with access off West Beaver Creek
Boulevard, and an additional shared access with the adjoining Lot B. The property size
and relative flatness provide for a physically suitable piece of land for future infill
development in conformance with Town Center (TC) zoning and development
standards.
(4) Compatibility with surrounding land uses;
Staff Response: The area surrounding Lot C presents a wide mix of lodging, retail,
eating and dining establishments, professional office, residential, financial,
educational, government, recreation, and public park uses. Short term rental and
nightly rentals fit well in high density commercial areas where guests can walk to
amenities or utilize public transit. Connections to pedestrian networks, direct access
to Avon Station, and the Gondola are positive attributes of the property.
Compatibility with neighboring existing and planned development goes beyond use
itself; the final design (i.e. architectural, setbacks, etc.) will be paramount to
evaluating future project(s) on Lot C. The standards of the TC zone district are in sync
with the neighboring development patterns with generally taller building heights and
reduced building setbacks. How the development ‘fronts’ Beaver Creek boulevard
and Mikaela way will be important factors to consider with forthcoming development
plan(s) submittal(s).
(5) Whether the proposed rezoning is justified by changed or changing
conditions in the character of the area proposed to be rezoned
Staff Response: Noted in the Application are changes in the corporate structure and
management of the Sheraton Mountain Vista. Reverting back to the TC zone district is
in the character of the area and supported by the Comprehensive Plan documents.
The Application makes proper mention of the TC zoning requirements and how they
will help to create a more appropriate building massing consistent with other
properties in the vicinity.
(6) Whether there are adequate facilities available to serve development for
the type and scope suggested by the proposed zone compared to the existing
zoning, while maintaining adequate levels of service to existing development;
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Staff Response: The type and scope of any project permitted in the TC zone district
can be supported by existing infrastructure. A more detailed analysis would take
place at Development Plan review.
(7) Whether the rezoning is consistent with the stated purpose of the
proposed zoning district(s);
Staff Response: The TC zone district is well suited for a timeshare project. The TC
district is “intended to provide sites for a variety of uses such as hotels, commercial
establishments, offices and some residential uses in a predominately pedestrian
environment.”
(8) That, compared to the existing zoning, the rezoning is not likely to result in
adverse impacts upon the natural environment, including air, water, noise,
stormwater management, wildlife, and vegetation, or such impacts will be
substantially mitigated;
Staff Response: Moving to a standard zone district has several distinct advantages, in
that there can be no exceptions to the Development Code standards put in place as
can with a PUD classification. If zoned TC, the impacts would be minimized and
managed due to the codified regulations enacted to protect things like air quality,
water, stormwater, etc. All facets of the Development Code would apply including
but not limited to: Landscaping, Building Height, Setbacks, Mobility and Connectivity,
Screening, and Natural Resource Protection.
All of the stormwater management and related infrastructure was sized and
constructed as part of the original PUD development; it is therefore able to
accommodate a less intensive development scenario that could be developed with TC
zoning.
(9) That, compared to the existing zoning, the rezoning is not likely to result in
significant adverse impacts upon other property in the vicinity of the subject tract;
Staff Response: No significant impacts to other properties in the vicinity are
envisioned with a TC land use designation. The most affected property will be Lot B
and the developers of Lot B have coordinated their development plans with Points of
Colorado. Impacts and compatibility of a development plan submittal would be
reviewed through the public process.
(10) For rezoning within an existing PUD, consistency with the relevant PUD
Master Plan as reflected in the approval of the applicable PUD; and,
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Staff Response: The rezoning would supersede and void the existing PUD
Development Plan documents.
(11) Adequate mitigation is required for zoning amendment applications which
result in greater intensity of land use or increased demands on public facilities and
infrastructure.
Staff Response: While the exact density or intensity of uses is unknown at this time,
previous entitlements for the property included substantial commercial and lodging
uses. Detailed mitigation measures will be reviewed when a development plan is
developed.
Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends approval of the Application. PZC shall direct Staff to prepare a formal
Findings of Fact, Record of Decision, and Recommendation to Council pursuant to Section
7.16.020(f)(3), Findings.
Recommended Motions and Findings:
“I move to recommend that Town Council approve Case #REZ16001, an application to rezone Lots
1, 2A, 2B, 2C, 3, & 5, Mountain Vista Resort Subdivision, from PUD to TC, together with the findings
of fact listed in Staff’s Report.”
The Following Findings May be Applied Should the PZC recommend approval of the Application
to the Avon Town Council:
1. The Application promotes the health, safety, and welfare of the Avon community
by provides assurances with respect to building form, development standards, and
allowed uses consistent and in scale with adjacent neighboring Town Center (TC)
properties.
2. The Application was reviewed in accordance §7.16.050, Rezonings, Avon
Development Code, and is found to be in substantial compliance with the review
criteria as outlined in the staff report dated June 3, 2016 by Matt Pielsticker.
3. The Application implements the general land use goals and policies of the Avon
Comprehensive Plan including the Land Use Map designations, and planning
principles of the Town Center West District.
4. The Application is substantially compliant with the purpose statements of the
Development Code by providing for the orderly, efficient use of the Property, while
at the same time conserving the value of the investments of owners of property in
Town.
Attachment
Application
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Staff Report – Rezoning
June 7, 2016 Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting
Report date June 2, 2016
Project file Case #REZ16002
Legal description Lot 4, Mountain Vista Resort Subdivision
Current Zoning Planned Unit Development (PUD)
Proposed Zoning Public Facilities
Address 140 Benchmark Road
Prepared By Matt Pielsticker, Planning Director
Introduction
The Avon Town Council authorized processing a Rezoning application (the “Application”) for
the newly acquired Town Hall property at their May 24, 2016. The Application would rezone the
property from the current Planned Unit Development (“PUD”) designation to the Public
Facilities (“PF”) zone district. The proposed use as a Town Hall, with supporting community
uses, is consistent with the intent of the PF zone district. The Planning and Zoning Commission
(“PZC”) will review the Application and conduct a public hearing on June 7, 2016. After
reviewing Staff’s analysis and considering public input, PZC will forward a recommendation to
the Town Council for final action.
Process
The review process first requires a noticed public hearing with PZC. After conducting a public
hearing, PZC will forward a recommendation to Town Council. Subsequently, final action is
taken on the Application by Town Council after conducting public hearings and either approval
by Ordinance or denial by motion.
Property Background
The Property is currently part of the Sheraton Mountain Vista PUD and originally slated for
retail/restaurant on the first level, and office on second and third floors. It was platted and
constructed as part of the initial PUD development phases.
Property Description
Lot 4 is approximately a 1/4 acre in size and is currently surrounded by parking lots and
undeveloped portions of the Mountain Vista development project. The lot itself is covered
mostly with the vacant office building footprint and concrete surrounding.
Staff Review &
Report
PUBLIC HEARING:
PZC
PUBLIC HEARING:
Council & 1st
Reading of
Ordinance
PUBLIC HEARING:
Council & 2nd
Reading of
Ordinance
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The Property is bounded on the west by Tract G and surface parking; south by the Main Street
Pedestrian Mall; on the north by the partially developed Sheraton Mountain Vista PUD, and on
the east by Lot B and potential future site of a hotel.
Application Summary
The proposal is to modify the Town’s Zoning Map for Lot 4 from PUD to the Public Facilities
zone district. Unless otherwise set forth in the Avon Comprehensive Plan, the following
dimensional standards would apply to any future alterations or development on the property:
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Rezoning Review Criteria Analysis
As outlined in Sec. 7.20.080(e), the Public Facilities “is intended to provide sites for public uses
such as community centers, police and fire stations, and governmental facilities.” The review
process and review criteria for zoning amendments are governed by AMC §7.16.050, Rezonings.
PZC shall use the criteria below as the basis for a recommendation on the Rezoning application.
Staff responses to each review criteria are provided.
(1) Evidence of substantial compliance with the purpose of the Development Code;
The entire Purpose statement section from the Development Code (Section 7.04.030 -
Development Code Purposes) is outlined for reference:
(a) Divide the Town into zones, restricting and requiring therein the location, erection,
construction, reconstruction, alteration and use of buildings, structures and land for trade,
industry, residence and other specified uses; regulate the intensity of the use of lot areas;
regulate and determine the area of open spaces surrounding such buildings; establish building
lines and locations of buildings designed for specified industrial, commercial, residential and
other uses within such areas; establish standards to which buildings or structures shall conform;
establish standards for use of areas adjoining such buildings or structures;
(b) Implement the goals and policies of the Avon Comprehensive Plan and other applicable
planning documents of the Town;
(c) Comply with the purposes stated in state and federal regulations which authorize the
regulations in this Development Code;
(d) Avoid undue traffic congestion and degradation of the level of service provided by streets
and roadways, promote effective and economical mass transportation and enhance effective,
attractive and economical pedestrian opportunities;
(e) Promote adequate light, air, landscaping and open space and avoid undue concentration or
sprawl of population;
(f) Provide a planned and orderly use of land, protection of the environment and preservation of
viability, all to conserve the value of the investments of the people of the Avon community and
encourage a high quality of life and the most appropriate use of land throughout the
municipality;
(g) Prevent the inefficient use of land; avoid increased demands on public services and facilities
which exceed capacity or degrade the level of service for existing residents; provide for phased
development of government services and facilities which maximizes efficiency and optimizes
costs to taxpayers and users; and promote sufficient, economical and high-quality provision of all
public services and public facilities, including but not limited to water, sewage, schools, libraries,
police, parks, recreation, open space and medical facilities;
(h) Minimize the risk of damage and injury to people, structures and public infrastructure created
by wild fire, avalanche, unstable slopes, rock fall, mudslides, flood danger and other natural
hazards;
(i) Achieve or exceed federal clean air standards;
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(j) Sustain water sources by maintaining the natural watershed, preventing accelerated erosion,
reducing runoff and consequent sedimentation, eliminating pollutants introduced directly into
streams and enhancing public access to recreational water sources;
(k) Maintain the natural scenic beauty of the Eagle River Valley in order to preserve areas of
historical and archaeological importance, provide for adequate open spaces, preserve scenic
views, provide recreational opportunities, sustain the tourist-based economy and preserve
property values;
(l) Promote architectural design which is compatible, functional, practical and complimentary to
Avon's sub-alpine environment;
(m) Achieve innovation and advancement in design of the built environment to improve
efficiency, reduce energy consumption, reduce emission of pollutants, reduce consumption of
non-renewable natural resources and attain sustainability;
(n) Achieve a diverse range of attainable housing which meets the housing needs created by jobs
in the Town, provides a range of housing types and price points to serve a complete range of life
stages and promotes a balanced, diverse and stable full time residential community which is
balanced with the visitor economy;
(o) Promote quality real estate investments which conserve property values by disclosing risks,
taxes and fees; by incorporating practical and comprehensible legal arrangements; and by
promoting accuracy in investment expectations; and
(p) Promote the health, safety and welfare of the Avon community.
Staff Response: The Application is substantially compliant with the purpose statements of
the Development Code by providing for the orderly, efficient use of the Property, while at
the same time considering adjacent land uses and compatibility of land uses in the vicinity.
The Application complies with the goals and policies of the Avon Comprehensive Plan and
other applicable planning documents. Two planning study documents were completed in
2015 that support the rezoning and final use of the building as a Town Hall. The Avon Town
Hall Facility Assessment and Space Needs Analysis was completed by SHE, consultant to the
Town. In addition to looking at space requirements and condition of the existing Town
Hall, the study identified Lot 4 as the preferred option for a new Town Hall.
Further support for this rezoning was documented with the Planning Services Review and
Update of Nottingham Park Master Plan, Swift Gulch Master Plan, and Lot 5 Development
Plan, completed in November, 2015 by Stan Clauson Associates, consultants to the Town.
That planning study looked at three alternatives for Town Hall, with the preferred option
being a relocation to the Sheraton Mountain Vista Office Building (Lot 4).
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(2) Consistency with the Avon Comprehensive Plan;
Staff Response: The rezoning application will provide consistency with the Comprehensive
Plan, and supporting planning documents listed above. Specific goals and policies that
support the rezoning include:
Policy C.1.6: Include sufficient land for public uses such as
schools, recreation, community facilities (such as
childcare), and government services near the people
who use them
Goal J.2: Ensure cost effective provision and development of public facilities
and services.
Policy J.2.2: Locate schools, parks, and other civic facilities, along trails,
sidewalks, and transit facilities.
Goal J.3.1: Encourage the broad participation of citizens in planning efforts
and decision-making.
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The West Town Center Investment Plan also supports moving public offices from their
current location to accommodate other potential uses in its current footprint. The
area between the Recreation Center and New Town Hall property is still envisioned to
accommodate an expansion to the Recreation Center as well as a possible parking
structure with employee housing and limited retail space on the Pedestrian Mall.
(3) Physical suitability of the land for the proposed development or
subdivision;
Staff Response: The Property is physically suitable for the proposed development as a
Town Hall. A design and development process is already underway for the envisioned
land use.
(4) Compatibility with surrounding land uses;
Staff Response: Governmental offices, with supportive community and related uses fit
well between the park, Recreation Center, and library, with transition to the
Pedestrian Mall and lodging activities that surround. The permitted uses in the PF
zone District include the following:
Art Gallery or Museums
Community Centers
Libraries
Government Services, Offices, and Facilities
Education
Transit Facilities
Medical
Recycling Centers
Public uses are concentrated in this area of Town at the edge of Nottingham Park and
appear to be compatible with surrounding residential, commercial, and lodging land
uses. The interface of Lot 4 with the surrounding uses (both existing and proposed)
will be studied in more detail with the completion of the Main Street Pedestrian Mall.
(5) Whether the proposed rezoning is justified by changed or changing
conditions in the character of the area proposed to be rezoned
Staff Response: As identified with updated planning studies conditions have changed
in the area of Tract G with the construction of the construction of the Pavilion.
Additionally, ballot issues passed for the police and fire departments for the
relocation to the north side of Interstate 70.
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(6) Whether there are adequate facilities available to serve development for
the type and scope suggested by the proposed zone compared to the existing
zoning, while maintaining adequate levels of service to existing development;
Staff Response: Adequate facilities are available to serve the development type and
scope.
(7) Whether the rezoning is consistent with the stated purpose of the
proposed zoning district(s);
Staff Response: The PF zone district is appropriate for the Lot’s intended uses. The
Public Facilities district “is intended to provide sites for public uses such as community
centers, police and fire stations, and governmental facilities.” Staff analyzed other
potential zone districts, however, the PF district fit best with the planned use.
(8) That, compared to the existing zoning, the rezoning is not likely to result in
adverse impacts upon the natural environment, including air, water, noise,
stormwater management, wildlife, and vegetation, or such impacts will be
substantially mitigated;
Staff Response: Staff does not anticipate any adverse impacts upon the natural
environment, compared to the existing zoning (office/retail).
(9) That, compared to the existing zoning, the rezoning is not likely to result in
significant adverse impacts upon other property in the vicinity of the subject tract;
Staff Response: No significant impacts to other properties in the vicinity are
envisioned with a PF land use designation. All of the neighboring properties are aware
of the proposed rezoning and intended use of the property; some neighboring
property owners intend to perform additional improvements to create additional
vibrancy in the area.
(10) For rezoning within an existing PUD, consistency with the relevant PUD
Master Plan as reflected in the approval of the applicable PUD; and,
Staff Response: The rezoning would supersede and void the existing PUD
Development Plan documents.
(11) Adequate mitigation is required for zoning amendment applications which
result in greater intensity of land use or increased demands on public facilities and
infrastructure.
Staff Response: The intensity of use is comparable to existing zoning and possible uses
of the property.
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Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends approval of the Application. PZC shall direct Staff to prepare a formal
Findings of Fact, Record of Decision, and Recommendation to Council pursuant to Section
7.16.020(f)(3), Findings, to be presented to the Council for final action.
Recommended Motions and Findings:
“I move to recommend Town Council approval of Case #REZ16002, an application for rezoning of
Lot 4, Mountain Vista Resort Subdivision together with the findings of fact.”
The Following Findings May be Applied Should the PZC recommend approval of the Application
to the Avon Town Council:
1. The Application was reviewed in accordance §7.16.050, Rezonings, Avon
Development Code, and is found to be in substantial compliance with the review
criteria as outlined in the staff report dated June 2, 2016 by Matt Pielsticker.
2. The Application promotes the health, safety, and welfare of the Avon community
by provides assurances with respect to building form, development standards, and
allowed uses consistent and in scale with adjacent neighboring existing and
planned land uses.
3. The Application is substantially compliant with the purpose statements of the
Development Code by providing for the orderly, efficient use of the Property, while
at the same time conserving the value of the investments of owners of property in
Town.
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Existing Zoning
Proposed Zoning
Staff Report – Variance
June 7, 2016 Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting
Report date June 2, 2016
Project file Case #VAR16001
Legal description Lot 1A, Buck Creek
Address 50 Buck Creek Road
Zoning Mixed-Use Commercial
Prepared By Matt Pielsticker, Planning Director
Introduction
The Applicant, Avon MOB, LLC, has submitted a variance application (the “Application”) to
allow the placement of a freestanding sign within 10’ of the front property line. Section
15.28.080(15) of the Avon Municipal Code requires all freestanding signs to be set back at least
ten (10) feet from all lot lines. The request is to allow for a freestanding directional sign to be
located within 1’ of the front property line, abutting Nottingham Road.
Process
The Planning and Zoning Commission (“PZC”) will review the Application and conduct a public
hearing on June 7, 2016. After reviewing the Application materials, Staff’s analysis, and
considering public input, the PZC will make a final determination with written findings and
record of decision.
Variance Criteria
According to the Section 15.28.090 of the Avon Municipal Code, the Planning & Zoning
Commission shall consider the following factors with respect to this 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 enforcement of a
specified regulation is necessary to achieve compatibility and uniformity of treatment
among sites in the vicinity;
C. Such other factors and criteria as the Commission deems applicable to the requested
variance.
Findings Required
Section 15.28.090 of the Avon Municipal Code requires PZC to 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 in the vicinity;
B. That the variance is warranted for one or more of the following reasons:
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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 Chapter;
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
deprive the applicant of privileges enjoyed by the owners of other properties in the
same district.
Staff Analysis
Granting this variance would constitute a grant of special privilege inconsistent with the
limitation on other properties in the vicinity. There are no other properties in the area that
provide exceptions to this setback standard and granting a variance could be construed as a
special right that other properties in the Neighborhood Commercial or Residential Low Density
District don’t enjoy. A variance for a sign setback was denied by PZC in 2007 for a property on
Metcalf Road. While that sign was
Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends denial of the Application.
Recommended Motions and Findings:
“I move to Deny Case #VAR16001, an application approving a setback variance for a freestanding
sign located on Lot 1A, Buck Creek Subdivision with the following findings of fact:
1. That the granting of the variance will constitute a grant of special privilege inconsistent
with the limitations on other properties in the vicinity;
2. There are no exceptional or extraordinary circumstances or conditions applicable to the
site of the variance that are not experienced elsewhere in the area.”
Attachments
Application Narrative and Plans
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NexCore Group LLC
1621 18th Street, Suite 250
Denver, Colorado 80202
303.244.0700 m
303.244.0720 f
www.nexcoregroup.com
May 23, 2016
Mr. Matt Pielsticker, AICP
Planning Director – Town of Avon
1 Lake Street
Avon CO, 81620
RE: Buck Creek Medical Plaza – Request for sign location variance
Dear Mr. Pielsticker,
We are requesting a location variance for one of our two traffic directional signs located along
Nottingham Rd. Avon’s municipal code states site signage be ten (10’) feet setback from property
lines. We are requesting a variance to allow one of our site directional signs to be location one (1’)
foot setback from the property line along Nottingham Rd.
We have provided a site plan and site section with elevations that show the current designed
location as well as the proposed location of the site directional sign in question. This illustrates the
difference in elevations and distances from Nottingham Rd.
Below is an excerpt from Avon’s Municipal Code of the review criteria when variances are
requested from applicants and our response to each.
The PZC shall use the following review criteria as the basis for a decision on an application for a
variance:
(1) The degree to which relief from the strict or literal interpretation and enforcements of a
specified regulation is necessary to achieve compatibility and uniformity of treatment among
sites in the vicinity or to attain the objectives of the Development Code without grant of
special privilege
Response: The sign in question is not for marketing or advertising rather providing
parking and access information for patients and visitors to Buck Creek Medical Plaza and
our neighboring business Walking Mountains Science Center. The current location of the
sign (10’ setback from property line) keeps the sign nearly 30’ away from vehicles
traveling west on Nottingham who this sign is serving making the sign significantly less
useful and functional. Any 10’ setback along Nottingham further east or west will incur
the same visibility challenges.
(2) The effect of the requested variance on light and air, distribution of population,
transportation and traffic facilities, public facilities and utilities and public safety;
Response: Having the directional sign closer to the sidewalk where grades are
similar to street level will allow the sign to be closer to eye level for drivers and provide
better visibility and function.
(3) Such other factors and criteria related to the subject property, proposed development or
variance request as the decision-making body deems applicable to the proposed variance.
Response: We believe the proposed location (1’ setback from property line) will
be a more desirable location for the local residence and neighboring businesses due to
the sharp rise in site grading from the property line up to the top of the structured
parking perimeter wall. At the current location the bottom of the sign will be
approximately 5 ½’ higher than the sidewalk and the top of the sign will be nearly 12’
higher than the sidewalk along Nottingham. We believe this to be less desirable for
Avon residents and for our neighbors as the sign will be too high above the sidewalk and
Nottingham Rd.
Thank you for your consideration and review of our requested variance.
Sincerely,
Aaron Brewster
Avon MOB LLC
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June 7, 2016 PZC Meeting – Temporary Use Permit 1
Staff Report – Temporary Use Permit
June 7, 2015 Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting
Report date June 2, 2016
Project file Case #TMP16001
Legal description Lots 26-28, Block 1, Benchmark at Beaver Creek Subdivision
Zoning Industrial Commercial
Address 910 Nottingham Road
Prepared By Matt Pielsticker, Planning Director
Introduction
Colorado Poolscapes, Inc. is requesting a Temporary Use Permit (“the Application”) to allow for
the intermittent display of an inflatable ducky on the roof of the Mountain Center property located
at the end of Nottingham Road. The Application requests to install the display two (2) weeks per
month through 2016, for a total of twelve (12) weeks. Because the request is for a duration
exceeding 30 days, the application is being processed as a Temporary Use Permit with a public
hearing and review by PZC as required by the Avon Development Code. The Application materials
are attached to this report.
Process
Temporary Use Permit Process
This application is processed under §7.24.080(c), Temporary Uses and Structures Review
Procedures, AMC. The application, as submitted, meets the criteria for a Temporary Use Permit.
Specifically, The approval process requires a public hearing before the Planning & Zoning
Commission (PZC).
Public Notification
In compliance with the Public Hearing and noticing requirements, a notice was published in the
Vail Daily newspaper on May 27, 2016.
Public Hearing
The June 7, 2015 meeting completes the public hearing requirements with the PZC and the decision
rests with the PZC.
Proposed Temporary Use
With consent from the Property owner, Avon Mountain Center, LLC, the Applicant is proposing to
temporarily display a large inflatable ‘Jacuzzi’ duck on the roof of the Mountain Center. The
request includes the ability to inflate the display for the 2nd and 4th week of each month through the
calendar year. The purpose of the display is to draw attention to the property and the spa sales that
occur at this location. The attached application includes a photograph of the ducky and the written
request.
The Property is zoned Industrial Commercial and the building is occupied by a number of
warehouse and showroom tenants, including a self-storage component. To the east is the U-Store-It
self-storage facility, and to the west is a warehouse building.
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Staff Analysis
While the temporary display does not create any direct impact to other tenants in the building or
adjacent properties, the visual impact and duration of the display appear to be the primary areas to
focus review for PZC. Staff is recommending a time period closer to that which is allowed by the
Sign Code for temporary signage (30 days per calendar year) to address consistency between
regulations and possible aesthetic considerations.
Additionally, to address safety concerns with how the duck is attached to the roof in a safe manner,
Staff is recommending that a qualified person design the restraints for the display. There are
concerns with how the display was temporarily installed and displayed last month and safety
concerns must be satisfied for the Building Official to be content with the installation.
Temporary Use Permit Review Criteria
Pursuant to §7.24.080(h), Review Criteria, AMC, the PZC shall consider the following criteria
when forming the basis of a recommendation:
(1) The temporary use or structure shall not cause unreasonable negative impacts to properties,
residents, business or public uses in the vicinity, which cannot be mitigated through the imposition
of conditions on such temporary use or structure. Such negative impacts to consider include, but are
not limited to: visual, noise, vibration, trash, hours of operation, traffic congestion, parking, safety,
soil and vegetation disturbance, natural resource impacts and reasonable expectations of enjoyment
of property based upon zone district designations and community planning documents;
Staff Response: The temporary display will be visible from Nottingham Road and those traveling
on Interstate 70, creating a visual impact. PZC should consider the visual impact of the display for
up to 12 weeks as proposed. The temporary display will not induce noise, vibration or congestion
to adjacent property; the temporary display will not impact parking, nor safety.
(2) Facilities and services (including sewage and waste disposal, water, gas, electricity, police and
fire protection, roads and transportation, as applicable) will be available to serve the proposed
temporary use or structure while maintaining adequate levels of service for existing development;
Staff Response: The temporary use does not impact facilities or services in the area.
(3) The temporary use shall comply with all applicable general and specific regulations of this
Section, other Town ordinances, and state and federal law unless otherwise expressly stated;
Staff Response: The Applicant would remain compliant with all applicable general and specific
regulations of the Avon Development Code pertaining to the temporary use.
(4) The applicant has demonstrated that he or she possesses the requisite skills and experience to
ensure that the particular activity will be conducted in a safe and orderly manner;
Staff Response: The display must be designed and professionally affixed to the building in a safe
manner. As already installed, the Town is unable to verify that it was done in a safe manner to
avoid possible accidents that could be created with high wind events.
(5) The temporary use or structure is not of a nature that will become impractical to cease or remove
over time;
Staff Response: The temporary display can be removed at any time.
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(6) Adequate plans or sureties are proposed to guarantee restoration of the property after the
temporary use or structure ceases;
Staff Response: Not applicable.
(7) All temporary signs associated with the temporary use or structure shall be properly permitted
pursuant to Chapter 15.28, Sign Code, and removed when the activity ends or permit expires,
whichever occurs first;
Staff Response: The Application falls within the review of Temporary Use as a “temporary sale
display” and not subject to Sign Code.
(8) The temporary use or structure shall not violate any applicable conditions of approval that apply
to a principal use on the site;
Staff Response: There are no applicable conditions of approval associated with the Property.
(9) The temporary use regulations of this Section do not exempt the applicant or operator from any
other required permits, such as food service or building permits;
Staff Response: Not applicable.
(10) The temporary use or structure, including any associated parking and traffic circulation, shall
not disturb sensitive or protected resources, including required buffers, one-hundred-year
floodplains and required landscaping, and the applicant shall agree to restore all disturbed areas of
the site to the condition that existed prior to the temporary use or structure;
Staff Response: The display does not impact parking, circulation, or involve any land disturbance.
(11) Tents and other temporary structures shall be located so as not to interfere with the normal
operations of any permanent use located on the property, shall be anchored and meet the
requirements of the Building Official, including fire rating;
Staff Response: The temporary display is anchored with to existing safety hold down brackets. As
noted, a professional must sign off and verify that the installation is acceptable given the size,
weight of installation, and local conditions.
(12) Off-street parking shall be adequate to accommodate the proposed temporary use or an
acceptable parking plan shall be approved with the temporary use or structure;
Staff Response: No parking is needed to accommodate the requested temporary display.
(13) The temporary use will not result in excessive demands for police, ambulance, fire or other
essential public services which may negatively impact the capacity of existing public services to
meet existing public service demands or the applicant agrees to mitigate the increased demands for
public services;
Staff Response: The temporary display will not create demand for emergency response.
(14) The size, nature or location of the temporary use or structure is not reasonably likely to cause a
clear and present danger of injury to persons and property;
Staff Response: The temporary display should not present any danger to persons or property.
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(15) Another temporary use permit application has not been received prior in time or has already
been approved for the same time and place requested by the applicant or so close in time and place
to that required by the applicant that the issuance of both permits would cause undue traffic
congestion;
Staff Response: Not applicable.
(16) The location of the temporary use or structure will not substantially interfere with any
construction or maintenance work scheduled to take place upon Town streets; and
Staff Response: The display will not interfere with construction or maintenance in the area.
(17) The temporary use or structure shall be for a duration which is appropriate considering the
location, use, planned development and activities in the vicinity and impact on nearby properties;
however, in no event shall a temporary use be granted for more than three (3) years.
Staff Response: The duration of the display is substantial, for up to twelve (12) non-consecutive
weeks. While the use does not impact other nearby properties directly, the duration should fall in
line with the allowance for temporary signs (as governed by Title 15 – Sign Code) which allows for
temporary sales banners up to 30 days per year. Allowing the display up to 4-5 weeks seems
appropriate for this proposal.
Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends approval of the requested Temporary Use Permit with the following conditions:
1. The display is permitted up to thirty (30) days, through the 2016 calendar year.
2. Prior to display a qualified person will design the restraints for the display and provide the plan to
the Chief Building Official
3. The Applicant shall be responsible for restoring the condition of the property to preexisting
conditions upon completion of the temporary use.
Following a public hearing, Staff shall prepare a formal Findings of Fact and Record of Decision
pursuant to Section 7.16.020(f)(3), Findings.
The Following Findings May be Applied Should the PZC Approve the Application
1. The site is isolated from adjacent uses to the extent that the proposed temporary display will
not negatively affect the use and enjoyment of adjacent property.
2. The temporary display does not place an undue burden on community services, utilities or
sensitive environments.
3. A thirty (30) day display period is consistent with and appropriate to the Town of Avon
temporary sign allowances.
Recommended Motion
“I move to approve Case #TMP16001, an application for a Temporary Use Permit for Outdoor
Sales Display on Lots 26-28, Block 1, Benchmark at Beaver Creek Subdivision together with Staff’s
recommended findings and conditions.”
Attachments
A: Vicinity Map
B: Application
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Attachment A
May 2, 2016
Temporary Use Permit
Temporary Sales Display of an inflatable Jacuzzi Duck on the roof of the leased building at Avon
Mountain Center N11 – N12.
Request is to have the sales display during the Jacuzzi Sales times of the 2nd – 4th weeks of each month
for the year 2016.
The landlord and neighboring businesses are supportive of keeping the duck on display. It does not
interfere with parking nor business activity.
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The Lodge at 100 West Beaver Creek Boulevard- Lot A, ACBC Subdivision
Staff Report – Sign Design
June 7, 2016 Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting
Project type: Sign Design
Zoning: Town Center (TC)
Address: 100 W. Beaver Creek Boulevard
Location:
Prepared By:
Lot A, Avon Center at Beaver Creek Subdivision
Matt Pielsticker, AICP, Planning Director
Staff Report Overview
This staff report contains one application for consideration by the PZC:
1. SGN16006: Sign Design for new Lodge at Avon Center sign. This application seeks approval
for one building identification sign.
Summary of Request
On behalf of Avon Center at Beaver Creek I HOA, the controlling entity for the exterior of the
Lodge at Avon Center, DaVinci Sign Systems, Inc. is proposing to replace the existing pan
channel letter, internally illuminated building identification sign. The Applicant has
demonstrated that the sign matches the size of the existing sign and proposes a new design
including halo back-lit reverse channel letters, constructed with a black aluminum finish. The
Lodge at Avon Center has a Master Sign Program for tenant signs. This proposal replaces a sign
that predates the sign program and is being reviewed independently of the buildings’ commercial
tenant Master Sign Program.
Review Criteria
The Planning and Zoning Commission shall consider the following items in reviewing proposed
designs:
1. The suitability of the improvement, including materials with which the sign is to be
constructed and the site upon which it is to be located;
2. The nature of adjacent and neighboring improvements;
3. The quality of the materials to be utilized in any proposed improvement;
4. The visual impact of any proposed improvement, as viewed from any adjacent or
neighboring property;
5. The objective that no improvement will be so similar or dissimilar to other signs in the
vicinity that values, monetary or aesthetic, will be impaired;
6. Whether the type, height, size and/or quantity of signs generally complies with the sign
code, and are appropriate for the project;
7. Whether the sign is primarily oriented to vehicular or pedestrian traffic, and whether the
sign is appropriate for the determined orientation.
Staff Response:
The sign meets the sign code requirements for high quality construction, and meets the size
requirements which allow for up to 64 square feet of signage per frontage for building
identification signage. The materials and sign design (reverse channel halo lit) meets the
sign code and the design is appropriate viewed next to tenant signs. The tenant cabinets also
have aluminum finish. The sign is oriented to vehicular traffic which is appropriate given the
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The Lodge at 100 West Beaver Creek Boulevard- Lot A, ACBC Subdivision
site and auto-orientated nature of the Avon Road and Beaver Creek Boulevard roundabout
where this sign is most visible.
Staff Recommendation for Case #SGN16006
Staff recommends approving Case #SGN16006 on consent agenda as it meets the requirements
of the Sign Code and no public hearing is required for sign design review.
Recommended Motion:
“I move to Approve Case #SGN16006, a Sign Design application with the following finding:
1. The Application was reviewed in conformance with Section 15.28, Sign Code, and found
to be in conformance with the design review criteria outlined in Section 15.28.070, Avon
Municipal Code.”
Attachments
Sign Design (Proposed)
Sign Design (Existing)
Photographs of Property
Work Session – Wayfining Sign Design
June 7, 2016 Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting
Project type: Sign Design
Report Date: June 3, 2016
Location:
Prepared By:
Varies throughout Town Core
Matt Pielsticker, AICP, Planning Director
Summary
Staff is seeking direction from PZC on two sign design alternatives for wayfinding that have
been developed by Design Workshop, consultant to the Town for the Beaver Creek Boulevard
redesign project. The Avon Town Council recently approved the Town’s first Marketing Plan, a
document that includes new brand standards. The goal is to implement the new Brand Standards
and further the wayfinding efforts in the Town Core which has been identified as a priority by
Town Council.
Prior to the June 7, 2016 meeting, two mockups will be installed in the field reflecting the
attached designs. Staff will advise PZC where these are located prior to the meeting in order to
evaluate the signage for size, scale, color, etc. in the field. The mockups will not represent the
final material or quality of construction; those details will be further evaluated with a sign
manufacturer. The designs include a new color palette, with primary and secondary levels of
text for wayfinding. The intent is to be able to utilize existing light poles to affix these signs
without the need to create new freestanding poles.
Background
The 2006 West Town Center Investment Plan contained a set of public signage guidelines
including font, color, and design standards for street signs. The guidelines included earth tone
colors and a font representative of the railroad and lettuce farming heritage of the area. These
guidelines were implemented in areas including Lake Street and Benchmark Road street signs, as
well as Nottingham Park signs. Most recently, in 2015, the Town installed wayfinding signs in
two locations of the Main Street Pedestrian Mall to incorporate these guidelines.
Last year the Town engaged Bluezones to perform a walkability analysis report. That report
recommended the inclusion of a more comprehensive wayfinding signage program. With the
current planning and design team on board for the West Beaver Creek Boulevard streetscape
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Town of Avon Wayfinding Signs
project (project also recommended in Bluezones report), Staff has moved forward with this
priority and opportunity to budget and implement a wayfinding program in 2016 in advance of
spring 2017 construction of Beaver Creek Boulevard.
The Avon Town Council recently approved the Avon Marketing Plan at their May 24, 2016
meeting. The Marketing Plan implements the new brand standards which were spurred from the
Town Logo update process. The new standards include brighter colors with a more identifiable
font to be used across all mediums in Town.
Staff has worked with Design Workshop to incorporate these new brand standards, coupled with
concepts developed in 2006 for a formal wayfinding sign design. The new design and layout are
attached hereto with two distinct options for PZC input. Staff is seeking direction from PZC on
the two concepts that have been developed in order to finalize a design and obtain cost
information for construction this summer.
Attachment
• Sign Design Options
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Town of Avon Wayfinding Signs
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SHOPS & DINING
Primary Wayfinding Signage
Secondary Wayfinding Signage
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1/4
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banner mock up
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Option 3a
Primary and Secondary Wayfinding Signage
Optional Version
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