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PZC Packet 09-15-2009 (2)milm,4 Town of Avon Planning & Zoning Commission V_ _5, Meeting Agenda for September 15, 2009 VON Avon Town Council Chambers Meetings are open to the public AAvon Municipal Building / One Lake Street C O L O R A D O REGULAR WORK SESSION (5:00pm — 5:30pm) Discussion of Regular Meeting agenda items. Open to the public REGULAR MEETING (5:30pm) Call to Order II. Roll Call III. Additions and Amendments to the Agenda IV. Conflicts of Interest V. Consent Agenda • Approval of the September 1, 2009 Meeting Minutes ZONING VI. Walkin' the Dog Special Review Use Re -Review Property Location: Lot 18/19, Block 1, Benchmark Subdivision / 281 Metcalf Road Applicant/ Owner Marisa Lahman Description: Re -review of the Special Review Use Permit, last extended at the October 2, 2007 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting. The permit was approved with the requirement to be re -reviewed again after two years. DESIGN REVIEW VII. Sketch Design Property Location: Lot 47, Block 4, Wildridge Subdivision / 5151 Longsun Lane Applicant: Bobby Ladd, RAL Architect /Owner. David Forenza, BBG Investments Description: Sketch Design review for a 7,000 square foot single-family residence on the downhill side of Longsun Lane. The property is zoned for a duplex structure. VIII. Other Business Transportation Master Plan Justin Hildreth, Town Engineer Description: Presentation of the Comprehensive Transportation Master Plan, which includes an assessment of the current and future vehicular, bicycle, transit, and pedestrian infrastructure demands. IX. Adjourn Posted on September 11, 2009 at the following public places within the Town of Avon: • Avon Municipal Building, main lobby • Avon Recreation Center, main lobby • Alpine Bank, main lobby • Avon Public Library • On the Internet at hftD://www.avon.ora / Please call (970) 748.4030 for directions 174 ,;� Town of Avon Planning & Zoning Commission Draft Meeting Minutes for September 1, 2009 AVON �1r1MAvon Avon Town Council Chambers eetings are open to the public Municipal Building / One Lake Street C O L O R A D O REGULAR WORK SESSION (5:00pm — 5:30pm) Discussion of Regular Meeting agenda items. Open to the public REGULAR MEETING (5:30pm) Call to Order The meeting was called to order at approximately 5:35 pm. II. Roll Call All Commissioners were present. Ill. Additions and Amendments to the Agenda There were no additions or amendments to the Agenda. IV. Conflicts of Interest Commissioner Lane stated he had a conflict on item VI.B Gore Ranae Natural Science School Sketch Desion V. Consent Agenda • Approval of the August 4, 2009 Meeting Minutes. Action: Commissioner Green moved to approve the minutes as amended by Commissioners Prince, Lane, Green, Struve, and Goulding. Commissioner Struve seconded the motion and it passed 7-0. VI. DESIGN REVIEW A. Courtvard Villas Desion Modifications Property Location: Lot 12 & 13, Block 3, Wildridge Subdivision / Buck Creek Road Applicant. Michael Hazard, Morter Architects /Owner. Advanced Home Technologies Description: Minor Project review for several modifications to an existing design approval. The modifications include fireplace design change, removal of the chimneys, removal of windows on various elevations, and addition of privacy screens. Discussion: Jared Barnes presented Staffs Report. Commissioner Struve questioned if the proposed light fixtures were full -cut offs. Jared Barnes clarified the proposed units. Commissioner Struve also questioned the ground -mounted privacy screen. Posted on August 28, 2009 at the following public places within the Town of Avon: • Avon Municipal Building, main lobby • Avon Recreation Center, main lobby • Alpine Bank, main lobby • Avon Public Library • On the Internet at htto://www.avon.ora / Please call (970) 748.4030 for directions Commissioner Anderson questioned if there were any setbacks or easements that were encroached upon. Jared Barnes answered negatively. Michael Hazard presented the proposal. Commissioner Lane liked the material selection. He does question the need for the privacy screens. Michael Hazard did respond that it was a request by the owners. Commissioner Struve questioned the wind impact. Commissioner Anderson questioned the location of the screens. Michael Hazard walked the Commissioners through a site plan. After the explanation he was comfortable with the improvements. Commissioner Prince agreed with staffs comments and had concerns over the privacy screens. He also had concerns with the subject changes fitting the character of the neighborhood. Commissioner Roubos was comfortable with the improvements after initial opposition. Commissioner Struve preferred if the building mounted screens had an alternative color that was less apparent. He also was not in favor of the ground mounted screen and thought landscaping would be more efficient. Commissioner Struve also was in favor of a full cut-off light fixture instead of the proposed fixtures. Commissioner Green was concerned that these improvements will appear after the fact. He has concerns about the new material and pattern that is not apparent anywhere else on the building. Commissioner Green stated that the two building -mounted screens could be fine with adjustments, but the ground mounted screen should be replaced with vegetation. Commissioner Lane questioned the depth of the ground mounted screen. He had concerns with the length and overall size of the proposed ground mounted screen. Commissioner Goulding had issues with the proposal's minor changes and their affect on the approved design. He questioned some of the modifications that were not included in the packet. Staff clarified that those changes could have been staff approved, but were brought forth to the P&Z since there was a portion of the application that was in question. Commissioner Goulding questioned the light fixtures and their lumens. Commissioner and Applicant dialog ensued. He struggled with screens and their necessity, especially the ground mounted instance. Public Comment opened. Peter Warren stated he had no issues with any portion of the proposal with the exception of the screens. He did have concerns about the amount of changes and how they will affect the overall view and architecture. He stated that the view or sight lines that are affected by this proposal should not be approved. He suggested three solutions: plantings, one-way glass, or interior treatments. Public Comment closed. Commissioner Struve suggested a site visit. Action: Commissioner Prince moved to table the application with approved and proposed plan sets available on the site tour. Commissioner Roubos seconded the motion and it passed 7-0. B. Gore Ranoe Natural Science School Sketch Desian Posted on August 28, 2009 at the following public places within the Town of Avon: • Avon Municipal Building, main lobby • Avon Recreation Center, main lobby • Alpine Bank, main lobby • Avon Public Library • On the Internet at htto://www.avon.ora / Please call (970) 748.4030 for directions 11 Property Location: Lot 3, Wildwood Resort Subdivision / Buck Creek Road Applicant. Brian Sipes, Zehren & Associates /Owner. The Gore Range Natural Science School Description: Sketch Design review for several Gore Range Science School (GRNSS) buildings on lot 3 of the Buck Creek PUD. Discussion: Sherry Dorward presented the site design aspects of the proposal. Dave Kaselak presented the architectural aspects of the proposal. Dave presented alternative sketches for the Meadow Learning Center. Markian Fishcheck discussed the potential need for phasing. He stated that the MDC and FSBC will be the first two buildings built. The next phase would be the GFR and the MLC Commissioner Struve questioned the parking requirements and how that will be affected by the potential phasing. Sherry Dorward stated that it would not since elementary education is based on the number of teachers. Commissioner Anderson questioned the ability to have a growing green roof as compared to other green roofs in town. Sherry Dorward responded that proper techniques will be taken to ensure growth. Commissioner Struve asked about potential wind mills. Commissioner Green asked about the drawings and specific lines. He stated that this will be an asset to the community and the design is great. He liked the change to the graduate fellows residence. Commissioner Struve would rather see an impervious surface for the roadway than a paved one. He stated that he would like to see it done early. Commissioner Roubos questioned the roof lines and how they were long and straight. Dave questioned the use of the solar panels to break up the roof plan. Commissioner Roubos commented that the ridge was the issue and she would not be in favor of using the solar panels to break up ridge. Commissioner Prince had no issues with the design. Commissioner Anderson agreed with the roof line comment and had no other issues with the proposed design. Commissioner Goulding also agreed with the roof line comments. He also had concerns about the amount of exposed glass and the amount of light pollution. He also questioned the phasing and the construction staging. He wanted to know what reveg would be in place if there was phasing in place. Commissioner Green addressed the roof issue. He stated on small buildings roofs could have a linear roof. Action: No formal application is necessary. VII. ZONING (PUBLIC HEARING) A. ZaccaZa Soecial Review Use - CONTINUED Property Location: Lot 2, Filing 1, Village at Avon Applicant: Cody Kennedy / Owner. Traer Creek —1-2 LLC Posted on August 28, 2009 at the following public places within the Town of Avon: • Avon Municipal Building, main lobby • Avon Recreation Center, main lobby • Alpine Bank, main lobby • Avon Public Library • On the Intemet at hfto://www.avon.om / Please call (970) 748.4030 for directions Description: The proposal is to permit outdoor amplified sound for live music in the evenings from 11:30 am until 10pm nightly. Discussion: Jared Bames highlighted Staffs Report. Cody Kennedy briefly discussed the request and current construction situation. Commissioner Prince questioned if any more bands would be playing this summer. Cody answered negatively. Action: Commissioner Struve moved to approve Resolution 09-08, Commissioner Lane seconded the motion and it passed 6-1. B. Gandorf PUD - CONTINUED Property Location: Tract B, Block 1, Wildridge Subdivision Applicant: Dominic Mauriello, MPG /Owner Gandorf Tract B LLC Description: A proposal to rezone the only commercial lot in Wildridge to zoning that permits two duplex structures. Each half of the duplex will be a maximum of approximately 1,800 square feet. Discussion: Matt Gennett presented the Staff Report. He highlighted the recommended tabling motion due to the lack of review time. Dominic Mauriello asked the public for input. Public Hearing opened. Mike Rowe stated that a gas station would be a bad use on the site. He doesn't want a gas station on the site therefore is in favor of the application. Tom Sipe was not in favor of a commercial use. He didn't think a commercial use would be viable on the site. Jim Benson thought a business venture on the site would not be viable. He also stated he thought two buildings would be better than a multi -family structure. Eric Kelly agreed with the previous statements. He stated the worst problem would be a vacant commercial space. Public hearing closed. Dominic Mauriello presented the rest of the application. He discussed the letter that is attached to the report. Commissioner Roubos questioned the reason for no MLS listing. Dominic Mauriello responded that the realtor fee would be the hindrance. Commissioner Green questioned the 90 day period. Dominic responded that 90 days is arbitrary, but has to do with a presale timeframe. Commissioner Green also asked about when this period will start. Commissioner Green had a concern about eliminating the commercial use. He stated that down the road commercial could be a viable use. He also questioned the public benefit and if it was enough to remove the commercial use. Commissioner Struve thinks the public benefit is to fix a zoning mistake made year ago. He also doesn't agree that P&Z should determine who the buyer is. Posted on August 28, 2009 at the following public places within the Town of Avon • Avon Municipal Building, main lobby • Avon Recreation Center, main lobby • Alpine Bank, main lobby • Avon Public Library • On the Internet at htto://www.avon.oro / Please call (970) 748.4030 for directions -J ih Commissioner Roubos stated that she likes the proposal, but feels the deed restriction is not enough. She stated that a requirement to place it in the MLS is a necessity. She stated that the timeframe may not be enough. She also discussed the stigma of deed restrictions. Commissioner Prince stated that the fix of a zoning mistake is a good benefit. He stated that another project of similar sizes are not being presold. He also thought an MLS listing would be good. Commissioner Prince also discussed the difficulties for lending institutions with deed restricted properties. Commissioner Lane agreed with the previous statements. He thought the MLS would be good idea. Commissioner Anderson still thinks the commercial use is necessary. He agrees that an MLS listing would be good. He stated that making sure the application is done right is most paramount. Commissioner Goulding stated that we are being short sighted to say no commercial use would be viable. He stated that anther option would be to leave to option for limited commercial. He also had concerns about the amount of traffic a postal service drop box would create. He also challenged the caretaker unit to dwelling unit conversion. Commissioner Green built on the argument brought forth by Commissioner Goulding about removing the commercial use. Commissioner Prince stated that he had issues with the ability of potential types of financing. Action: Commissioner Struve moved to approve the PUD Amendment with 1-9 as listed by the applicant, conditions 8 and 9 be modified to require an MLS listing and that they be listed for 90 days from the final design approval. Roubos seconded. The motion was amended to add the following findings: the success of commercial venture is questionable at best, the construction of a gas station would be detrimental to residents, a commercial establishment will create traffic problems for people living within 500 yards of the location, and substantial compliance with the applicable 12 PUD criteria. Commissioner Green suggested creation of development standards will be a better development scenario. The motion passed with a 5-2 vote. C. All Mountain Transportation Outdoor Storage Soecial Review Use Property Location: Lot 17, Block 1, Benchmark at Beaver Creek Subdivision / 311 Metcalf Rd Applicant. John Thierfelder, AMT Holdings, LLC /Owner. ABSC, LP Description: The proposal is to utilize the vacant parcel for outdoor storage of automobiles for a livery business. Discussion: Jared Barnes briefly outlined the Staff Report Commissioner Green questioned the need for a hardened surface. Commissioner Struve agreed with the need for a hardened, paved surface. Joyce Wilson commented on the Staff Report. She highlighted that the current parking lot is currently hard from being driven on. Commissioner Green asked staff about their Landscape Plan condition. Commissioner Goulding questioned the vehicle waste on the property and the need for a paved surface. Posted on August 28, 2009 at the following public places within the Town of Avon: • Avon Municipal Building, main lobby • Avon Recreation Center, main lobby • Alpine Bank, main lobby • Avon Public Library • On the Internet at hfD://www.avon.ora / Please call (970) 748.4030 for directions Commissioner Anderson suggested that the Commission approve the use and allow the Town Engineer to deal with the requirements of the parking surface. Commissioner Green stated the landscaping requirement was not necessary and the parking surface should be semi permeable. Commissioner Lane stated that the need for paving is not sufficient. Commissioner Prince stated he was for leaving it as gravel or updated road base. Action: Commissioner Green moved to approve Resolution 09-10 for a period of 5 years, and Resolution 09-10 with the following conditions: the current screening is acceptable, the Town of Avon and applicant come up with a non hard surface solution that is mutually agreeable, the, use can commence once the improvements are installed, no more than 31 passengers, and conditions 2 and 3, 4 will be subject to current PUC licensing applicant has. With the findings that additional landscaping would be difficult to plant and appear native. Commissioner Struve 2nd the motion and it passed 7-0. D. Lodoino Overlav Zone District Applicant. Department of Community Development Description: The proposal is create an overlay district in the Town Core area to permit "lodging" as a use by right. Discussion: Jared Barnes and Matt Gennett briefly discussed the Overlay Zone District. The public hearing was opened and subsequently closed due to no input. Commissioner Prince questioned short term rentals in Wildridge. He also questioned the public notice requirements. Action: Commissioner Green moved to approve. Commissioner Struve seconded the motion and it passed 7-0. VIII. Other Business Medical Marijuana Dispenceries. :• Hamel PUD roadway issues. ❖ Joint worksession, public projects reviews, Transportation plan IX. Adjourn The meeting was adjourned at approximately 9:25. Posted on August 28, 2009 at the following public places within the Town of Avon: • Avon Municipal Building, main lobby • Avon Recreation Center, main lobby • Alpine Bank, main lobby • Avon Public Library • On the Internet at htto://www.avon.om / Please call (970) 748.4030 for directions IF Memo "'NOW -0/j/ Planning and Zoning Commissioners AVON From: Matt Pielsticker, Planner II c o L o R A U o Date: September 15, 2009 Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting Re: "Walkin' the Dog" Special Review Use (SRU) 2 -Year Re -review Introduction: Walkin' the Dog has been operating a dog daycare facility in the Metcalf Commercial Building since May, 2002. There have been several subsequent reviews and approvals related to this use, including an expanded number of dogs and the ancillary outdoor expansion onto Lots 20 and 21 to the south. The expanded use for this business was approved in 2006. At the required one-year re -review in 2007, the Commission placed additional conditions after unapproved grading and clearing of the vegetation on Lots 20 and 21 was performed. After observing successful revegetation efforts, erosion control efforts, and the installation of the fence, the Commission extended the permit once again with the stipulatation that another Commission review be required, this time after two years. The business has been successfully operating since 2007, and Staff is unaware of any complaints related to this business. The use appears to be compatible with adjacent properties and no incompatibility issues are predicted if the conditions of approval are carried forward into perpetuity. Available Actions: The Planning and Zoning Commission has the following available actions regarding this Special Review Use permit: 1) Denial of the permit extension. 2) Approval of permit extension. 3) Approval of permit extension, with conditions. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that the Special Review Use permit for doggy day care and outdoor exercise area for Unit 201 and Lots 20/21, Block 1, Benchmark at Beaver Creek Subdivision be APPROVED, subject to the following conditions: 1) No employee parking is permitted on Lots 20/21. 2) No more than 50 dogs are permitted in the facility and in the play -yards at any given time. Dogs are permitted in the play -yards from gam — 4pm daily. 3) No overnight boarding is approved. 4) This approval will remain active as long as these conditions of approval are maintained. 5) The applicant is held responsible for removing all fence improvements and revegetating any disturbed areas no later than thirty (30) days following the cease of operation. 6) Except as otherwise modified by this approval, all material representations made by the applicant or applicant representatives in this application and in public hearings shall be adhered to and considered binding conditions of approval. September 15, 2009 Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting Walkin' the Dog SRU September 15, 2009 Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting Walkin' the Dog SRU OMemo To: Planning and Zoning Commissioners O N From: Matt Pielsticker, Planner II Date: September 15, 2009 Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting Re: "Watkin' the Dog" Special Review Use (SRU) 2 -Year Re -review Introduction: Walkin' the Dog has been operating a dog daycare facility in the Metcalf Commercial Building since May, 2002. There have been several subsequent reviews and approvals related to this use, including an expanded number of dogs and the ancillary outdoor expansion onto Lots 20 and 21 to the south. The expanded use for this business was approved in 2006. At the required one-year re -review in 2007, the Commission placed additional conditions after unapproved grading and clearing of the vegetation on Lots 20 and 21 was performed. After observing successful revegetation efforts, erosion control efforts, and the installation of the fence, the Commission extended the permit once again with the stipulatation that another Commission review be required, this time after two years. The business has been successfully operating since 2007, and Staff is unaware of any complaints related to this business. The use appears to be compatible with adjacent properties and no incompatibility issues are predicted if the conditions of approval are carried forward into perpetuity. Available Actions: The Planning and Zoning Commission has the following available actions regarding this Special Review Use permit: 1) Denial of the permit extension. 2) Approval of permit extension. 3) Approval of permit extension, with conditions. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that the Special Review Use permit for doggy day care and outdoor exercise area for Unit 201 and Lots 20121, Block 1, Benchmark at Beaver Creek Subdivision be APPROVED, subject to the following conditions: 1) No employee parking is permitted on Lots 20/21. 2) No more than 50 dogs are permitted in the facility and in the play -yards at any given time. Dogs are permitted in the play -yards from 9am — 4pm daily. 3) No overnight boarding is approved. 4) This approval will remain active as long as these conditions of approval are maintained. 5) The applicant is held responsible for removing all fence improvements and revegetating any disturbed areas no later than thirty (30) days following the cease of operation. 6) Except as otherwise modified by this approval, all material representations made by the applicant or applicant representatives in this application and in public hearings shall be adhered to and considered binding conditions of approval. September 15, 2009 Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting Walkin' the Dog SRU Is � rh y September 15, 2009 Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting Walkin the Dog SRU �y urur Staff Report k h Design S etc AVON C O L O R A D O September 15, 2009 Planning & Zoning Commission meeting Report date Project type Legal description Zoning Address September 10, 2009 Single Family Residence Lot 47, Block 4, Wildridge Subdivision PUD — 2 Dwelling Units 5151 Longsun Lane Introduction Bobby Ladd, of RAL Architects, representing the owner, David Forenza, of this Wildridge Subdivision property, has submitted a Sketch Design application for a single family house. The proposed structure will measure approximately 7,000 square feet, inclusive of garage area, and utilizes stone and wood siding as the main exterior building materials. The proposed residence will use a combination of asphalt singles and metal roofing. Included with this report are a vicinity map (Exhibit A) and reduced plan sets containing a site plan, floor plans, elevations, and renderings (Exhibit B). Staff Comments Based upon a preliminary review, this application appears to generally comply with the Town of Avon Residential. Commercial. and Industrial Desian Review Guidelines. The proposed design contains grading that appears to direct drainage onto an adjacent parcel. Staff recommends that the applicant revise the drawings prior to a final design submittal to ensure that there is no effect on neighboring properties. Staff is asking the Commission to provide feedback on the proposed massing and roof forms to help the guide the applicant and staff for a future submittal. After reviewing the preliminary design drawings submitted by the applicant, Staff has determined that there are no major discrepancies between the Design Guidelines and the proposal. The Town Staff and the applicant are requesting that the Planning and Zoning Commission provide feedback on the design of the site and buildings to help guide the applicant on any modifications necessary for a future Final Design submittal. Design Review Considerations The Commission and Staff shall evaluate the design of the sketch plan utilizing the specific Design Standards, and by using the following general criteria: 1. The conformance with setbacks, massing, access, land use and other provisions of the Zoning Code; 2. The general conformance with Goals and Policies of the Town of Avon Comprehensive Plan, and any sub -area plan which pertains; 3. Whether adequate development rights exist for the proposed improvements; Town of Avon Community Development (970) 7484030 Fax (970) 949-5749 Lot 3, wlkhvood Resort Subdivision, Buck Creek PUD. Gore Range Natural Science School '4' + September 1, 2009 Planning & Zoning Commission meeting Page 2 of 2 AM 4. General conformance with Residential Development Sections A through D of the Town of Avon Residential. Commercial. and Industrial Desian Review Guidelines; 5. The compatibility of proposed improvements with site topography, to minimize site disturbance, orient with slope, step building with slope, and minimize benching or other significant alteration of existing topography; 6. The appearance of proposed improvements as viewed from adjacent and neighboring properties and public ways, with respect to architectural style, massing, height, orientation to street, quality of materials, and colors; 7. The objective that no improvement be so similar or dissimilar to others in the vicinity that monetary or aesthetic values will be impaired; and 8. The general conformance of the proposed improvements with the adopted Goals, Policies and Programs for the Town of Avon. The Commission will take no formal action on this Sketch Plan application. At the meeting, the applicant will receive guidance from the Commission and Staff to incorporate into a Final Design application. A full size (24" x 36") plan set will be available for the Commission's review at the September I't, 2009 meeting. If you have any questions regarding this project or any planning matter, please call me directly at 748-4023, or stop by the office of Community Development. Respectfully submitted, red arnes Planner I Attachment A. Vicinity Map B. 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The most recent Transportation Master Plan was completed in 1990 and updated in 1996, prior to the construction of the Avon Road roundabouts and the annexation of the Village at Avon. More recently, the Town adopted a new Comprehensive Plan, the Town Center West Investment Plan, and the East Town Center District Plan; as a result, the previous Transportation Master Plan does not reflect the current status, growth, and future vision of the Town. The Plan analyzes the existing transportation network and recommends improvements that will be required to accommodate the build -out of Avon. The Plan indicates that the existing road network is adequate to serve vehicular traffic but the pedestrian and transit network will require numerous improvements. Because of the wealth of feedback received from previous Planning and Zoning and Town Council presentations, the Plan is being presented again to Planning and Zoning and Town Council for formal adoption. Chapter 1, Roadway System and Chapter 2, Bicycle and Pedestrian System of the Plan was presented by Charles Buck of Felsburg, Holt and Ullevig on July 21, 2009. Chapter 3, Transit System was presented to Planning and Zoning on August 4, 2009. The Plan, along with a resolution for adoption, was presented to Town Council on August 11, 2009. Staff was directed to rework the document to better incorporate and emphasize the pedestrian and bicycle modes of transportation. Discussion: The previous Transportation Plans do not reflect the current philosophy of Avon and were primarily automobile -focused, resulting in poor pedestrian connectivity and inadequate accommodation of alternate transportation modes. The Plan provides a transportation planning document aligning with the transit and pedestrian -oriented ideals contemplated in the Comprehensive Plan and Town Center West Investment Plan. The scope of work of the Comprehensive Transportation Plan includes the following items: • Data Compilation and Collection: existing transit, pedestrian, and bicycle facility inventories, analysis of the existing trail/sidewalk network, turning movements at all key intersections, supplemental traffic counts, existing roadway physical characteristics, traffic reports and land use data, and Analysis of Existing Conditions: modeling for Levels of Service (LOS) for Traffic and Transit facilities, and analysis of existing parking inventories and land use data • Analysis of Future Conditions: analysis of future pedestrian facilities and trail enhancements or additions, establishment of pedestrian and bicycle LOS criteria for implementation of Town Center redevelopment, development of long-term traffic and LOS projections and evaluation of potential improvements based on results, analysis of future transit ridership, service levels, and related land use resulting in future route and capital recommendations, analysis of future parking demands • Traffic Calming: analysis of locations where calming measures could be implemented to mitigate pedestrian and bicycle safety issues • New Town Standards: aid in the development of new multi -modal and roadway cross sections and (vehicular, pedestrian, and bicycle) transportation impact study guidelines for eventual codification In summary, the roadway system in Avon will accommodate the projected future vehicular traffic volumes. However, US 6 will require widening to four through lanes. Numerous pedestrian and bicycle improvements are required throughout Avon to improve the non -vehicular transportation system. The Plan will help the Town exact needed improvements from Town Core developers proposing large-scale mixed-use redevelopment projects. The Plan has been significantly revised due to the voluminous comments received from both Planning and Zoning and Town Council. Comments directing staff to completely retool the report from its inception with more of a 'comprehensive plan' style were considered, but Staff feels that would be better accomplished with a Comprehensive Plan amendment and is far outside of the scope of this Comprehensive Transportation Plan. Many of the ideas regarding the vision of the Town, namely that of a walkable, pedestrian and bicycle -friendly one, are already incorporated in the existing Comprehensive Plan. The Plan meets the needs of Staff to promote non -automobile transportation modes and to require developers to install improvements as projects are proposed. It also serves as a vehicle to acquire transit grant funding, a critical feature in today's increasingly competitive market. Below find an itemized list of significant changes between the current September 4, 2009 draft and the previous July 29, 2009 draft: • Descriptions of Street Plantings and Snow Storage and Drainage requirements have been added to the Roadway standards in Section 1.4.1. • Substantial language was added to Section 1.4.2.3 (Transportation Impact Study' Requirements) to ensure that developers quantify and meet acceptable levels of service (LOS) for pedestrian and bicycle travel. Additional tables and figures were also added. • Language regarding the Beaver Creek Shuttle has been added to the Transit component in section 3.2.3.1. • Chapter 4 has been significantly revised and the recommended improvements have been separated into three figures: Roadway, Non -motorized, and Transit improvements. Other smaller revisions and corrections were made, and some minor technical corrections will be made to the document prior to presentation and eventual adoption by Town Council. The Appendices of the document were removed for this review draft. Recommendation: Staff recommends approval of Resolution 09-12, a Resolution Recommending Approval of the Town of Avon Comprehensive Transportation Plan, dated September 4, 2009, for future adoption by Town Council Attachments: Attachment A— Comprehensive Transportation Plan AttachmentB— RESOLUTION 09-12,A RESOLUTION RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF THE TOWN OF AVON COMPREHENSIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN, DATED SEPTEMBER 4, 2009, TOWN OF AVON, COUNTY OF EAGLE, STATE OF COLORADO 0 Page 2 N a y� TOWN OF AVON PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION FV0 N C 0 1. O R A U O RESOLUTION NO. 09-12 A RESOLUTION RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF THE TOWN OF AVON COMPREHENSIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN, DATED SEPTEMBER 4, 2009, TOWN OF AVON, COUNTY OF EAGLE, STATE OF COLORADO WHERAS, the Town of Avon recognizes and affirms the value of a multi -modal transportation vision that includes pedestrian, bicycle, transit and vehicular; and WHEREAS, the Town of Avon's vision is to provide a high quality of life, today and in the future, requiring a diversity of transportation modes that are safe, efficient and effective; and WHEREAS, the Town of Avon Comprehensive Plan provides a clear vision, foundation, and framework for actions and implementation policies that will encourage the types of growth envisioned in the Plan; including, but not limited to, all modes of transportation; and WHEREAS, the Town of Avon Comprehensive Plan incorporates the following Goals and Policies pertinent to the Town of Avon Comprehensive Transportation Plan: Policy C.2.3. Require pedestrian, bike, and automobile connections, where appropriate, between proposed and existing residential neighborhoods. The use of multiple access points, traffic calming devices, and/or street design standards will be employed to minimize cut through traffic. Goal D.2: Create community gateways and streetscapes that reflect and strengthen Avon's unique community character and image. Policy G.1: Create and integrated transit system that minimizes dependence on automobile travel within the Town by making it easier and more inviting to use transit, walk, ride bicycles, and utilize other non - motorized vehicles. Goal G.4: Provide a safe and efficient vehicular transportation system. I Policy G. 1.1: Connect pedestrian, bicycle, and vehicular circulation systems with regional transit. Policy G.1.2: Devise a public transit service plan that would replace the current one-way loop system with a two-way system that utilizes new road links. Compare annual service hours and productivity (passengers per vehicular hour) estimates of two alternative service plans. Policy G. 1.T Ensure that streets effectively accommodate transit, pedestrian, bicycle and other modes of transportation. Policy G. 1.8: Retrofit existing streets to provide safe and inviting pedestrian sidewalks, shoulders and crosswalks. Policy G.1.9: Ensure that adopted roadway and intersection standards have adequate provisions within the public right of way to fully incorporate both auto and non -auto modes. Policy G. 1.11: Provide a bicycle and/or pedestrian connection across or under I- 70 between Metcalf Road and West Beaver Creek Blvd. Policy G. 1.18: Support a transit system that maximizes ridership by providing frequent service even if higher subsidy levels are required WHEREAS, the Town of Avon Planning and Zoning Commission held public hearings at their July 21, 2009, August 4, 2009, and September 15, 2009 meetings to review the draft plan entitled "Town of Avon Comprehensive Transportation Plan (September 4, 2009)"; at which time the public was given a opportunity to comment on the draft plan; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE TOWN OF AVON PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION, that the Planning and Zoning Commission of the Town of Avon hereby recommends approval of the Town of Avon Comprehensive Transportation Plan (September 4, 2009) to Town Council. 1 ADOPTED THIS 15th DAY OF SEPTEMBER, 2009 Signed: Todd Goulding, Chairperson Attest: Phil Struve, Secretary Date: Date: