L29 B2 WR DuplexTown of Avon
Final Design Staff ortRep
April 16, 1996 Planning & Zoning Commission meeting
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Introduction
April 12, 1996
Residential Duplex
Lot 29, Block 2, Wildridge Subdivision
PUD (Planned Unit Development)
2625 Beartrap Road
The applicant describes this project as a western style duplex. Each dwelling unit measures just
over 2,300 square feet with walkout basements and rear decks. The primary siding material is a
light cream colored stucco accented with rough sawn cedar banding, header and facia details.
Peeled log post accent the main entry ways as well as the guard rails and posts on the rear decks.
The site slopes to the south and is steep with around 25% of the site exceeding a 40% slope.
Design Review Considerations
According to the Commission's Procedures, Rules & Regulations, Section 6. 10, the Commission
shall consider the following items in reviewing the design of this project:
1. Conformance with the Zoning Code and other applicable regulations of the Town.
This project conforms with the established density and use (residential duplex), meets all
setback and easement requirements and is well within the limits for lot coverage. The two
surface and four garage parking spaces exceed the four spaces required for a project this size.
There is an appropriate amount of landscaped area; however, the landscape table should be
amended to read 5 gallon Potentilla bushes. It is uncertain from the provided cut -sheets
whether or not the proposed exterior lighting fixtures will cause off-site light pollution. The
measured building height of 31' is within the 35' height maximum.
Based upon the review of the items above, the project appears to conform with the Zoning
Code and other applicable regulations of the Town.
2. The suitability of the improvement, including type and quality of materials of which it is to be
constructed and the site upon which it is to be located.
All proposed colors and materials appear suitable for both the project and its site. The stucco
siding, cedar facia and soffits, and peeled pine log posts and railings all feature natural/earth
tone colors. As shown on Sheet A4 of the plan set, the proposed materials and colors are as
follows:
Material Color Finish
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• Stucco
Manor White
Rough Trowled
• Stucco bands
Manor White
Sand Finish
• Facias & Soffits
Rough Sawn Cedar
Oil finish (natural)
• Accent Headers
Rough Sawn Cedar
Oil finish (natural)
• Log Post & Deck
Peeled Pine
Natural Oil Finish
Rails
• Roof Shingles
G.A.F. Timberline 235 yr.
Slate Green
• Exterior Lights
Kitchler K9022VG
Verde Green
3. The compatibility of the design to minimize site impacts to adjacent properties.
The residence is located well within the lot's setbacks and nearly all of the proposed grading
is also well away from the lot's property lines. The one area of concern is east of the
driveway where care will need to be taken to ensure that the grading for the driveway will not
encroach onto Lot 28. The downslope proposed location of the structure coupled with its
relative low profile should not block significantly the views of neighboring properties. In all,
the design appears to not present any significant site impacts to neighboring properties.
4. The compatibility of the proposed improvements with site topography.
The proposed location of the residence runs generally parallel to the slope of the lot. The
chosen access point seems to be in the most logical location. All the proposed grades for both
the driveway and the site have meet approval of the Town staff. It thus appears that this
project is compatible with the site's topography.
5. The visual appearance of any proposed improvement as viewed from adjacent and neighboring
properties and public ways.
The elevation drawings do present a design that is somewhat repetitive. However, two factors
should work to help alleviate this design concern. First, the staggering of the two units
provides a change in visual depth. When viewed from various vantage points, this design
characteristic should break-up the structure's masses and present a unified design. Secondly,
the low profile of the building coupled with its location nearly twenty feet below the grade of
Beartrap Road will screen any direct views from above the structure. The residence will be
most visible looking down the driveway toward the east elevation of Unit "A". The planned
landscaping should help soften and screen this view cone. The views of the residence above
the site's will be limited primarily to the roof.
6. The objective that no improvement be so similar or dissimilar to others in the vicinity that
values, monetary or aesthetic will be impaired.
The project's design and general massing appears compatible with the existing structures in
the vicinity and should not impair either their monetary or aesthetic values.
7. The general conformance of the proposed improvements with the adopted Goals, Policies and
Programs for the Town of Avon.
Based upon the findings of the above Design Review Considerations, this proposed duplex
appears to comply with the adopted goals, policies and Programs of the Town of Avon.
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Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends the Commission approve this project with the following conditions:
1. That the six (6) Potentilla bushes be a minimum of five (5) gallon planting size.
2. That additional information be provided to ensure the proposed exterior light fixtures will not
cause off-site light pollution, for staff approval.
If you have any questions regarding this project or any planning matter, please call me at 949-
4280 (eAension P),,,or stop by the Community Development Department.
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Planning & Zoning Commission Action
❑ Approved as submitted
❑ Denied
U Approved with conditions (noted below)
❑ Tabled
❑ Withdrawn by applicant
Conditions of approval, reasons for tabling or withdrawal of application, or basis for denial (refer
to code or guidelines by number):
1. Staff recommendations 1 & 2
2. The exterior stucco color be brought hark for approval
3. The wondow detail be brought back for approval
4. The roof sample be brought back for approval
5. The deck lights will be downlight cvlinders
Date
Jack Hunn,
Date
Sue Railton, Secretary
Town of Avon Community Development
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