PZC Minutes 12-06-2011 (2)Town of Avon Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting Minutes
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S December 6, 2011 Regular Meeting
VONAvon Municipal Building / One Lake Street
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I. Call to Order
The meeting was called to order at 5:00 pm.
II. Roll Call
When the meeting was called to order all Commissioners were present with the exception of
Commissioner Losa. Commissioner Losa arrived during Item VI.
III. Additions & Amendments to the Agenda
There were no additions or amendments to the Agenda.
IV. Conflicts of Interest
There were no conflicts of interest to disclose.
V. Consent Agenda
Approval of the November 15, 2011 Meeting Minutes
Action: Commissioner Minervini moved to approve the consent agenda as modified.
Commissioner Clancy seconded the motion and it passed 5-0 with Commissioner Anderson
abstaining due to his absence from the November 15, 2011 meeting.
PUBLIC HEARING
VI. Comprehensive Plan Amendment
Description: Proposed amendment to the Avon Recreational Traits Master Plan to 1) modify
the planned improvements to the Beaver Creek Lookout Trail, and 2) to identify an additional
trail on the Avon West Parcel for the USFS Land Exchange project.
Discussion: Commissioner Green provided an outline of the meeting.
Matt Pielsticker presented the proposed amendments to the Avon Trails Master Plan,
including the removal of shade shelter and toilets for the Beaver Creek Point Trail, moving
the parking area south on Beaver Creek Point, and also the addition of a paved path that will
connect the O'Neal Spur park with the valley floor.
Commissioner Struve asked if the town had received any public input through e-mail. Matt
Pielsticker distributed a letter from Lorie Baker, property owner and resident on Beaver
Creek Point.
Commissioner Minerevini asked where the location of the permanent on-site parking was to
be located on Beaver Creek Point in comparison to the temporary parking along the west
shoulder of the street. He also questioned aspects of the land swap and ownership history.
Sally Vecchio explained that the easement would allow for certain exceptions, such as a trail
alignment. She wasn't sure yet, what the degree of specificity (as to trail alignment) would
be required by the Eagle Valley Land Trust — the entity that will be holding the easement.
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Commissioner Minervini asked whether or not other potential uses such as attainable
housing or free-market housing had been considered on the USFS parcel that the Town will
now acquire through the Land Exchange. Sally Vecchio responded that those uses had
been considered on this parcel in the past, and both have been rejected by the Town. All of
the town's policy documents recommend this property for open space preservation and
recreation. If the Town desired housing on the land, it would require an exception to the
Conservation Easement and amending the town's policy documents. Commissioner
Minervini asked if the June Creek trailhead was part of the Trails Plan. It was responded
that it would remain as it is today and is not within the scope of the Plan.
Hearing no other comments from the Commissioners, Chairman Green opened the hearing
for public comment.
Prentus Oliverski, 2060 Beaver Creek Point resident, stated that the location of the proposed
on—site parking area could affect his property since cars could end up using his driveway for
turning around. Matt Pielsticker stated that the exact location and design of the parking area
has not been determined. The location on the Trails Plan map is conceptual at this stage.
He said that the ultimate parking location would fall somewhere along the white line that is
painted on the road, but it hasn't been determined. Mr. Oliverski stated that he would prefer
head -in parking as opposed to angled parking.
Commissioner Struve asked what Mr. Oliverski's preferred option is for parking location and
design.
Paula Oliverski, 2060 Beaver Creek Point resident, stated that she preferred head -in parking
versus angled parking. It would have the least impact on people using private driveways to
turnaround.
Commissioner Prince asked the Oliverski's what they thought of the other aspects of the
plan. Paula Oliverski responded that she was in favor of all of the planned improvements
and trails.
Commissioner Green stated that the Plan currently recommends closing some of the trails
and asked the Oliverski's about that particular recommendation. Commissioner Prince
asked them if they supported the installation of public toilets in the current plan. Paula
Oliverski responded that all the trails should stay and that the toilets should not be included.
Dave Serfa, 2011 Beaver Creek Point resident, asked what the dimension of the parking lot
would be. Matt Pielsticker responded that the Plan calls for 20'x50'. Mr. Serfa stated that
the size of the parking lot should reflect the number of cars planned for the area.
Commissioner Struve suggested that the language be amended to read 50-60 feet within a
100' zone.
Commissioner Prince solicited Mr. Serfa's opinions. Mr. Serfa responded that he would
prefer no improvements at all.
Commissioner Green closed the public comment portion of the meeting. Commissioner
Anderson asked if the resolution would have any impacts on the Conservation Easement.
Ms. Vecchio stated that approving these amendments could have an impact, but it would
depend on the language within the Conservation Easement with the Land Trust.
Commissioner Anderson is in favor of recommending "up to 5 parking spaces within a
50'x100' area." He is also in favor of the other proposed amendment to the Plan.
Commissioner Clancy is also in favor of the proposed Amendments. He also recommends
adding a policy that would require the Town to manage the creation of future social trails in
the area. He stated 3-5 parking spaces for this area is adequate. He agreed with
Commissioner Anderson's suggested language. He believes that the 7 review criteria for
approving a Comprehensive Plan amendment have been satisfied with the proposal.
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Commissioner Prince concurs with the comments made by the other Commissioners.
Commissioner Minervini agreed that the Land Exchange is great for the Town of Avon and
all of its residents. He is in favor of 5 head -in parking spaces. He stated that additional
parking could also be met on Saddle Ridge Loop.
Commissioner Struve suggested that the trailhead portal be moved to the new location of the
parking area when it is constructed.
Commissioner Losa had no additional comments.
Commissioner Green had no additional comments.
Action: Commissioner Prince moved to approve Resolution 11-11, A resolution
recommending approval of amendments to the Avon Recreational Trails Master Plan to the
Avon Town Council, with the following conditions:
1. The proposed parking area should not exceed 5 spaces.
2. The Trailhead portal should be moved south to the parking area when it is
constructed.
Commissioner Struve seconded the motion.
Commissioner Green suggested that it be stated that the proposed parking area be located
across from the land owned by the Town on Beaver Point.
Commissioners Prince and Struve agreed with the amendment to the motion.
Commissioner Anderson suggested that the parking area should be generally centered
between the neighboring private properties.
Commissioner Losa suggested that the parking area should be located and designed to
minimize the impacts to the private property owners in the vicinity. Both Losa and Struve
agreed with the modification.
The revised motion and resolution passed 7-0.
DEVELOPMENT REVIEW
VII. Master Sign Program
Applicant: North Side Coffee & Kitchen
Property Location: Lot 67, Block 1, Benchmark at Beaver Creek Subdivision / 20 Nottingham
Road
Description: A New Master Sign Program for a multiple tenant commercial building
consisting of five (5) signs, including four (4) blade signs and one (1) flush mounted building
sign.
Discussion: Jared Barnes overviewed the proposed sign program. He explained that the
proposed quantity and locations are consistent with the Sign Code, and all of the lighting is
external.
Commissioner Losa asked if the two sided sign is counted twice for measurement purposes.
Jared Barnes stated that while the Sign Code does not define this instance, the Town has
consistently counted one side of a two sided sign for sign allowance purposes.
Commissioner Minervini questioned if staff was concerned for any future tenant, or simply
the one existing tenant space. Jared Barnes responded that Staff was concerned with both
scenarios, current and future potential tenants.
Commissioner Prince asked if font specificity is required by the Sign Code. Jared Barnes
responded that other programs specify things such as font or font size/style, color, -and
materials.
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Commissioner Green asked if there were any financial implications if the applicant chose to
come back with a Sign Program amendment for a future second tenant in the building It
was responded that a sign program amendment would be required with $300 fee and PZC
review, as opposed to a staff approval and $100 fee.
Craig Snowden, architect, presented the rationale as to why they did not want to add more
specific sign requirements since the future tenant of the remaining 2/3 of the ground level is
to be determined. Craig Snowdon explained why they chose the sign types, to be
represented as simple forms consistent with the building's articulation.
Commissioner Prince asked the sign manufacturer if the aluminum material has been used
in the area. It was explained that similar sign materials have been locally for businesses
such as Westside Cafe. The reason they chose a brushed finish for the aluminum was so
that it was not a reflective surface like a road sign.
Commissioner Clancy was unclear whether or not a MSP was required in this situation.
Jared Barnes responded that they are required to use a MSP given that it is a multi -tenant
building.
Commissioner Struve commented that he believed the PZC must make sure that the
findings are clear as to what and why they would be approving the application as submitted
since it could be a precedence setting case.
Commissioner Minervini likes look of the signs, but felt that they were not necessarily
compatible with the building's materials.
Commissioner Prince was o.k. with design of the signs, and did not want to limit the color or
font in the program.
Commissioner Clancy was fine with the design of the signs and would like to add clear
findings, as suggested by Commissioner Struve.
Commissioner Anderson believed that the signs can work with the building; as long as the
property owner is o.k. with coming back to the PZC with any future tenant(s) then he is fine
with letting the owner do so.
Chairman Green likes the materiality of the program and stated that the aluminum could
actually patina to some degree, and help the appearance of the signs over time.
Action: Commissioner Anderson moved to approve the MSP design application, with the
following condition:
• Any future sign changes must come to PZC for approval since there have been no
criteria set forth in the application.
Approved citing the following findings:
1. This is a single tenant program for a multi -tenant building.
2. The Applicant and property owner acknowledge the implications that future changes
to the sign program for other tenant(s) will require coming back to PZC with a MSP
amendment application.
The motion was seconded by Commissioner Struve. The motion passed 6-1.
WORK SESSION
VIII. Avon Development Code Amendment
Description: The Town Council initiated an amendment to the Avon Development Code to
include Day Care Uses in the he Industrial Commercial (IC) zone district, the Public Facilities
(P) zone district and Open Space (OLD)) zone district. No,
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Discussion: Sally Vecchio stated that the Town Council initiated this amendment to the
Avon Development Code. She described the current regulations and proposed regulations.
She highlighted the lack of inclusion in the OLD zoning.
Commissioner Struve questioned if the Prater Lane preschool and the Rumplestilskin were
allowed in their current zoning. Staff responded that Rumplestilskin was part of a PUD for
Eaglebend, and was unaware of the approval process for Prater Lane.
Commissioner Green questioned if there is a need for a regulation for the separation of child
care facilities and adult entertainment businesses. Commissioner dialogue ensued with
regard to this issue.
Commissioner Struve asked if Staff could provide some suggested conditions or standards
for SRUs to restrict locations of "less desirable" uses.
Action: Staff was directed to come back with examples of what other jurisdictions do with
regard to Child Care uses.
IX. Review potential amendments to Avon Development Code Section 7.16.080(e)
concerning Major Development Plan review in Town Core.
Discussion: Jared Barnes presented the public input from Dominic Mauriello.
Commissioner Green discussed the options.
Commissioner Anderson questioned the history of the code language. Commissioner Green
explained the history of Design Review process in Avon, specifically highlighting the PUD
processes involvement.
Commissioner Minervini questioned the Town Council review and stated that they can still
appeal the review.
Commissioner Prince stated that he would prefer recommendation 1.
Action: The Commissioners directed staff to prepare a Resolution recommending that the
Council initiate the amendment to change design review authority for Town Core
development plans, with the following findings:
1. The PZC is appointed by the TC to perform Design Review on behalf of the Town.
2. Want to present a simplified and single step approval process to the development
applicant.
3. The Town Council will still have options to appeal the PZC decision.
4. Accurately reflects the process that successfully performed prior to the Development
Code.
5. The current code marginalizes the PZC duties.
6. Encourage development of vacant parcels in the Town Core.
Other Business
• Next Meeting will be held given the couple agenda items
• Traer Creek settlement discussions
• Lot 61 discussions?
• Lot 5, Village at Avon Temporary Public Works site
• Main Street improvements
• Waterwheel construction was completed
X. Adjourn
The meeting was adjourned at 7:45 pm.
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