L27 B1 WR Duplex DesignTown of Avon
Final Desi
Report date
h Staff Report
April 1, 1997 Planning & Zoning Commission meeting
Project type
Legal description
Zoning
Address
Introduction
March 28, 1997
Duplex -final design
Lot 27, Block 1, Wildridge Subdivision
PUD -Duplex
2130 Longspur
The site is a gently sloping east facing slope. The lot is .34 acres in size.
The proposed duplex features a mansard roof, stucco and rough sawn cedar siding, and a 40 year
asphalt roof. The building has a very simple design. The structure utilizes the slope of the site,
with two stories on the west, stepping down the slope to three stories on the east and south sides.
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: The duplex use conforms with this lot's 2 dwelling unit designation.
• Lot Coverage: The proposed 23% building coverage conforms with the 50% maximum.
• Setbacks: No proposed encroachments. However, the eastern unit is right on the 10 foot
setback and the structure should be dimensioned to the dripline to document that it meets
the rear yard setback.
• Easements: The design does propose berming in the 10' Slope Maintenance and Snow
Storage Easement. The applicant requests that his design be considered in that it provides
a more naturalized landscape and provides an improved landscape buffer and screening of
the home.
• Building Height: The largest height of 34.5 on the western duplex conforms with the 35'
maximum limit. The eastern duplex would be 33.5 feet, as measured from the highest
ridgeline elevation to the existing grade.
• Grading: A very small area north of the driveway slightly exceeds the 2:1 slope. This
can be corrected with the final grading plan at the time of building permit submittal. The
proposed driveway grades conform with Town standards. A three foot timber retaining
wall is proposed at the northern edge of the driveway. Staff suggests that a curb, split rail
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fence, or landscaping be used to delineate the edge. A berm is proposed in the right-of-
way and the 10 foot road maintenance, drainage and snow storage easement. The berm
will interfere with drainage of the road and needs to be removed from the right-of-way.
• Parking: The four garage and the two (2) surface parking spaces conform with the
required four spaces.
• 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.
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 structure will be constructed of materials commonly used in the neighborhood, including
rough sawn cedar and stucco siding and asphalt roof. The materials are suitable for the site.
3. The compatibility of the design to minimize site impacts to adjacent properties.
The site plan utilizes berms to buffer the view of the driveway and the house. Landscaping
helps to screen the driveways as well a plainer walls and provide visual interest. The berms
are located in the right-of-way and snow storage easements. The berms must be removed
from the right-of-way and are subject to final engineering review.
4. The compatibility of the proposed improvements with site topography.
The site is gently sloping and the proposed improvements are compatible with the
topography. Although the plan includes modification of the "front yard" topography, the
intent is to provide a design consistent with the neighboring property. The property to the
north also has a small amount of berming in the snow storage and road maintenance
easement.
5. The visual appearance of any proposed improvement as viewed from adjacent and neighboring
properties and public ways.
The property should be compatible with adjacent property and from the right-of-way. The
plainer elevations of the structure will be screened with landscaping.
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 duplex has similar features to other structures within the neighborhood while
maintaining its own unique design. It will not likely impair monetary or aesthetic values.
7. The general conformance of the proposed improvements with the adopted Goals, Policies and
Programs for the Town of Avon.
The project is not in conflict with the Goals or Policies of the Town. The duplex is consistent
with the residential use designation for the property.
Staff Recommendation
Approve with conditions.
Recommended Motion
Approve final design for Lot 27, Block 1, Wildridge Subdivision as described in plan sets dated
March 17, 1997 and application dated March 10, 1997 with the following conditions:
1. All flues, flashing and galvanized metal will be painted to match surrounding materials.
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2. All meters will be placed upon the building.
3. Automatic irrigation system will be installed.
4. The berms shall be removed from the road right -of way. The final grading plan shall be
subject to staff approval.
5. All disturbed slopes shall not exceed 2:1.
6. That a curb stop or other acceptable barrier be provided along the northern edge of the
driveway adjacent to the 3 foot timber retaining wall.
7. Provide dimensions from dripline to property lines.
If you have any questions regarding this project or any planning matter, please call me at
949-4280 (extension 131), or stop by the Community Development Department.
Respectfully submitte ,
Karen Griffith, AIC
Town Planner
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Planning & Zoning Commission Action
❑ Approved as submitted
❑ Denied
a 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):
Signed:) r
Jack
Sue Railton, Secretary
Date i
Date
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. The berms shall be removed from the road right -of way. The final grading plan shall be
subject to staff approval.
5. All disturbed slopes shall not exceed 2:1.
6. That a curb stop or other acceptable barrier be provided along the northern edge of the
driveway adjacent to the 3 foot timber retaining wall. y
7. Provide dimensions from dripline to property lines.
8. An ILC be submitted at the time of framing.
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