L82 B1 WR fourplex DesignTown of Avon
Final Design Staff ortRep
March 18, 1997 Planning & Zoning Commission meeting
Report date March 14, 1997
Project type Residential Fourplex
Legal description Lot 82, Block 1, Wildridge Subdivision
Zoning Planned Unit Development (PUD) - Four Units
Address 2492 Draw Spur
Introduction
This residential townhouse fourplex project received a Concept Review on February 18, 1997.
Each unit is 1651 square feet, has a two car garage and three bedrooms. Primary materials are
wood and stucco siding.
The site is located at the end of the Draw Spur cul-de-sac. It is a steep, downhill site with a
western exposure. The primary views are of the neighboring draw in the immediate western
foreground and views to the south of the New York mountain range. Access to the site is
complicated by an existing 50 foot utility and access easement across the entire frontage of the
lot. Within this easement lies an unimproved road that services a sewage lifting station. The
design of the access has been worked out to staff's satisfaction and the Eagle River Water and
Sanitation District has provided notice that they have agreed to resolve and remedy with the
applicants any adjustments to their easement.
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.
• Allowed use: Conforms with the allowed residential use.
• Density: Fourplex use conforms with this lot's four dwelling unit designation.
• Lot Coverage: The proposed 4% of building coverage conforms with the 50% maximum.
• Setbacks: No proposed encroachments.
• Easements: No proposed encroachments and proposed grading in the 10' Slope
Maintenance and Snow Storage Easement is acceptable.
• Building Height: The largest scaled height of 31.5' on the rear elevation's gabled ends
conforms with the 35' maximum limit.
• Grading: All proposed slope grades conform with the maximum of 2:1 slope guideline
and the proposed driveway grades conform with Town standards.
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• Parking: The eight (8) garage and the four (4) guest parking spaces exceed the required
ten (10) spaces. The driveway width has been increased to the Town standard of 24 feet.
The two additional guest parking spaces at the end of the driveway lack sufficient
turnaround area. The applicants, however, have proposed a solution which will be
presented with their building permit submittal.
• Snow Storage: Submitted plans show snow storage area equal to the minimum standard
of 20% of the proposed impermeable surface area.
• Landscaping: Submitted landscape plan appears suitable with the staff suggests the
applicants consider placing trees above the driveway retaining wall to provide screening
between their project and the neighboring Buffalo Head Townhomes.
This proposed townhouse project appears to conform with the Zoning Code and other
applicable town regulations.
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.
The proposed materials appear to be of high quality, durable and low maintenance as
encouraged by the Planning & Zoning Commission's Design Guidelines. All proposed colors
are either natural or earthtone (please refer to the elevation drawings of the plan set and the
attached materials and color sheet). Staff has concerns that the proposed exterior light
fixtures will not effectively mitigate glare and off-site light trespass. In working with the
applicants, staff believes fixtures achieving the desired results can be selected and approved
by staff during the building permit phase.
3. The compatibility of the design to minimize site impacts to adjacent properties.
Solar and view corridors of neighboring properties should not be unnecessarily impacted due
to the project's site location. The driveway retainage will occur in the sideyard setback near
the Buffalo Head Townhomes, however, the wall does not meet the definition of a structure
and is therefore not considered a setback encroachment. Additional landscaping in this
setback could provide beneficial screening for both townhome Complexes. Overall, the
design appears to minimize site impacts to adjacent properties.
4. The compatibility of the proposed improvements with site topography.
The site for this project is steep, approximately 24% under the building envelope location,
with difficult access. The location and orientation of the structure parallel with the site's
topography allows for the most efficient access and minimal site disturbance. Access onto the
site appears to have accommodated the existing unimproved utility road servicing a sewage
pump station below the site. Overall, the project appears generally compatible with the site's
topography.
5. The visual appearance of any proposed improvement as viewed from adjacent and neighboring
properties and public ways.
In response to the Commission's comments at the previous Concept Review, the applicants
have made the following architectural revisions:
• redesign of the south unit's entryway to match the other entryways.
• addition of a small window to each unit's front elevation to provide a counter balance to
the larger window nearest the entryways.
• replacement of the deck support columns with cantilevered support structures.
• addition of a extended bay element to the end units to enhance their visual interest
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The project's visual appearance from properties in the immediate vicinity and from across the
drainage should be compatible with the remainder of the subdivision.
6. The objective that no improvement be so similar or dissimilar to others in the vicinity that
values, monetary or aesthetic will be impaired.
This project is located in one of the few concentration of medium density areas in the
subdivision. Its architectural style and materials continue the general established pattern.
Therefore, this townhouse project should not impair either the monetary or aesthetic values of
other properties in the vicinity.
7. The general conformance of the proposed improvements with the adopted Goals, Policies and
Programs for the Town of Avon.
This proposed residential townhouse project generally conforms with the adopted Goals,
Policies and Programs for the Town of Avon.
Staff Recommendation
Due to the project's general conformance with the above Design Review Considerations, staff
recommends approval with conditions.
Recommended Motion
Approve Lot 82, Block 1, Wildridge Subdivision as presented on the plans dated received March
10, 1997 with the following conditions:
1. All flues, flashing and galvanized metal will be painted to match surrounding materials.
2. All meters will be placed upon the building.
3. Automatic irrigation system will be installed.
4. Exterior light fixtures that mitigate light trespass and off-site glare be presented for staff
approval.
5. A project identification sign with address be submitted for Commission review.
6. Additional landscaping be added above driveway retaining wall.
If you have any questions regarding this project or any planning matter, please call me at
949-4280 (extension 139), or stop by the Community Development Department.
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Planning & Zoning Commission Action
❑ Approved as submitted
❑ Denied
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. All flues, flashing and galvanized metal will be painted to match sure oundin` materials.
2. All meters will be placed upon the building.
3. Automatic irrigation system will be installed.
4. Exterior light fixtures that mitigate light trespass and off-site glare be preser-led for staff
approval.
5. A project identification sign, with addrzss be submmed for Commission review
6. Additional landscaping be adaed aoove driveway retaining wail based upor. ,taff appro�a
7. Turn around area be added to the south 2 (two) parking spaces.
Signed:
DateJack Hunn, LWY
Date
Sue Railton, Secretary
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