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PZC Minutes 040197Record of Proceedings Planning and Zoning Commission Meetina Minutes April 1, 19 Regular Meeting The Regular Meeting of the Town of Avon Planning and Zoning Commission was called to order by Chairperson Jack Hunn at 5:40 p.m., April 1, 1997, in the Council Chambers, Avon Municipal Building, 400 Benchmark Road, Avon, CO 81620. Members Present Jack Hunn Chris Evans Anne Fehlner Andrew Karow Sue Railton Michael Schneider Beth Stanley Call to Order Roll Call All members were present Staff Present Linda Donnellon, Recording Secretary Karen Griffith, Town Planner George Harrison, Planner Mike Matzko, Community Development Director Steve Hodges, Community Service Officer Additions and Amendments to the Agenda Karen Griffith asked the Commission to formally accept the revised Planning & Zoning Commission Agenda, adding the Public Meeting - Eagle County Comprehensive Housing Plan. Karen Griffith requested to move Public Hearing after the Consent Agenda stating the applicants requested to table this item. Staff recommended that Commission make a motion regarding the changes. Motion Commissioner Stanley moved to table item A of the Public Hearing. Commissioner Schneider seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously with Commissioner Karow abstaining. Conflicts of Interest Commissioner Karow stated a conflict of interest for item C of the Consent Agenda and item A of the Public Hearing. Chairperson Hunn stated a conflict of interest for item H of the Final Design Review. j: \p&z\minutes\1997\040197a. doc Consent Agenda A. Approval of the March 18, 1997, Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting Minutes B. Lot 3, Nottingham Station Subdivision - Entry Signs Project Type: Entry signs Property Owner: Wintergreen Homes Consultant: Russell Thrasher, Inter -Mountain Engineering Address: 1001 Hurd Lane C. Lot 55, Block 2, Benchmark at Beaver Creek Subdivision Alpine Bank Building Sign Materials Modification Project Type: Sign Materials Modification Property Owner: Alpine Bank Applicant: Alpine Bank Address: 0010 W. Beaver Creek Boulevard D. Lot 7, Block 4, Wildridge Subdivision Landscape Plan Modification Project Type: Landscape Plan Modification Property Owner: Kim Vulpe and Dianna Vanderveld Applicant: Kim Vulpe and Dianna Vanderveld Address: 5762 Wildridge Road Motion Commissioner Railton moved to approve of the Consent Agenda with item D moved for further discussion. Commissioner Stanley seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously with Commissioner Karow abstaining. Further discussion from the Consent Agenda Lot 7, Block 4, Wildridge Subdivision Landscape Plan Modification Project Type: Landscape Plan Modification Property Owner: Kim Vulpe and Dianna Vanderveld Applicant: Kim Vulpe and Dianna Vanderveld Address: 5762 Wildridge Road Motion Commissioner Railton moved to approve Lot 7, Block 4, Wildridge Subdivision Landscape Plan Modification with the following conditions: 1. All required evergreens shall be a minimum planting height of 6 feet tall. 2. Native deciduous shrubs be added to the landscape plan with staff approval. 2 Commissioner Fehlner seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. Public Hearing A. Lot 11, Block 1, Benchmark at Beaver Creek Subdivision - Avon Auto Body Expansion Project Type: Expansion of special review use (auto body mechanical repair) Property Owner: Louis Mederios Applicant: Louis Medeiros Consultant: John Perkins Address: 451 Metcalf Road * Note: the applicant has requested that this project be continued to the April 15 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting. Karen Griffith made a brief presentation as outlined in the staff report. She stated that applicant requested to table this project to further redefine the site plan. Chairperson Hunn opened Public Hearing. David Svabik, owner of 411 Metcalf Road, stated that he shares the same driveway as Louis Medeiros. He stated that he was concerned about parking and traffic on Metcalf Road. Seeing no one, Chairperson Hunn closed Public Hearing and recommended that a motion be made to continue the Public Hearing for April 15, 1997. Motion Commissioner Schnieder moved to continue the public hearing and applications to the April 15th Planning and Zoning Commission meeting. Commissioner Railton seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously with Commissioner Karow abstaining. Public Meeting - Eagle County Comprehensive Housing Plan Karen Griffith introduced David Carter, Eagle County Housing Planner and briefly summarized the Eagle County Comprehensive Housing Plan to the Commission. The County Commissioners wanted to develop a comprehensive affordable housing plan to incorporate the participation of the Community. The Commissioners appointed a task force which included staff representatives from different communities. They were from the financing, real estate and development communities, the school district, small business owners and citizens. Ms. Griffith said she was a task force member representing the Town of Avon. She mentioned that the task force has been meeting since May of 1996. She said the next step for the project was to obtain information and imput from the Planning Commission and the public. A draft copy of the Eagle County Comprehensive Housing Plan was presented to the Commission and the public. Mr. Carter said the next step for the Comprehensive Housing Plan was to present the drafted policy to the public, have a public meeting with each town, present the draft copy to the County 3 Planning Commission for final imput, then to the Board of County Commissioners for their final imput and then to each Town Council for a final decision. discussed the background information, housing needs, efforts taken to address the housing needs in Eagle County, obstacles to affordable housing, Eagle County housing policies and action steps from the draft copy of the Eagle County Comprehensive Housing Plan. Chairperson Hunn opened public hearing. Jill Kovacevich, attorney commented on the following: efforts being made for the proposed housing trust fund, 2000 to 3000 units will be needed between now and the year 2000, concerns regarding voluntary policies and definition of current housing problems. Rick Rosen, attorney, commented on the following: developers could not afford to build most of the projects required by the housing authority, tax exemptions, tax credits and bond requirements were hard to obtain from the towns and county governments. He suggested for the developers to obtain some type of cost break would be to float the bond issues. With out closing Public Hearing, Chairperson Hunn opened the Public Hearing for Commission review. Commissioner Fehlner made the following comments: the majority of the issues were considered a "crisis issue" and said she was concerned about the deed restriction processes, limitations to a 3% growth and investments of only $3000.00 per year to the home. She suggested a savings or mutual funded account of 8% instead of the 3% currently enforced. A deed restriction could worked, if based off the prime interest rate, so that the equity could work with the home. Dale Williams, president of River Walk, stated that there were combinations to work with the housing shortage and that the government process to obtain special credits for the builders were too lengthy. He commented on the housing cost as too high and suggested employee financing. Ms. Griffith said that she administers the 17 unit Wildwood Townhome program. These townhomes were deed restricted with a 3 % cap and a 10% value improvement limitation per unit. Brian O'Dell, Realtor, said the financial help for employees were improving with limited funds. He suggested that the employers supply the housing for their employees and commended the Town of Avon for participating in the housing task force and discussion. Commissioner Stanley said she was impressed with the "thoroughness" of the proposed draft and supports the efforts made in the draft. Commissioner Evans talked about the deed restrictions and 3% cap on the deed. He suggested that the options discussed in chapter 5, item number 6 should not be given but made as a requirement. He questioned the "encourage the exploration of land regulations for addition mixed use, residential or commercial, and having a residential as a use by right in the commercial district". Commissioner Karow said he agreed with the "housing primarily was as private sector activity" and commented on the following items: building affordability and shifting of the "considerable risk", employee housing for people outside the county lines, chapter 5, policy #1 #5, #6, #7, #10, 11, 4 12. 1, # 12.2 and # 1 2.3, suggested changing the subheading "cost reduction measures" to cost redistribution measures", and voluntary employee housing programs. N Commissioner Schneider stated that he agreed with the comments made by Commissioner Fehlner and Commissioner Evans regarding the deed restrictions. He suggested the following: "encouragement's"; cost incentives for the developers and incentives to encourage employers to help their employees with home ownership. Commissioner Railton suggested involving the school district with affordable housing. Chairperson Hunn commented on the following: prioritizing the various income levels, development standards and development quality, differentiate between policies, incentives for financial aid and a voluntary system would be the mechanism to achieve the goals presented in the draft. Ms. Griffith announced that the next meeting was in Avon and scheduled for April 8, 1997 at 4:30 with the Avon Town Council. The public was welcomed to attend the meeting. No formal action was taken. Concept Design Review A. Lot 1, Block 1, Benchmark at Beaver Creek Subdivision Modification to C -Mart Project Type: Modifications to final design Property Owner: Coastal Mart Applicant: Town Staff, Norm Wood Address: 63 Nottingham Road The following issues were briefly summarized: 5 (five) different entrances into Coastal Mart, a revised landscape plan, turning entrances during peak traffic times, snow storage, reduction of 2 (two) gas pumps, and new paving. No formal action was taken. B. Lot 48, Block 1, Wildridge Subdivision Sidle Residence Project Type: Single family residence with accessory unit Property Owner: Don and Jamie Sidle Consultant: Michael Sanner Address: 2430 Saddleridge Loop The following issues were briefly summarized: resolving the site plan issues between staff and the consultant, 10 foot snow storage easement, 2 to 1 slope on site matching the grade to the road, less site disturbance, and driveway access. No formal action was taken. Final Design Review A. Lots 41-43, Block 2, Benchmark at Beaver Creek Subdivision Beaver Creek West Condominiums Project Type: Residential Project Entry Signs Property Owner: Mike Bennet, Beaver Creek West Condominiums 5 Applicant: Eric Hill, Paradigm Designs, P.C. Address: 0288 West Beaver Creek Boulevard George Harrison made a brief presentation as outlined in the staff report. A memorandum from John Dunn, town attorney, was attached to the staff memo. Eric Hill, applicant, made a brief presentation and presented a design board to the Commission. A new proposal from the applicant was to eliminate the flag poles entirely from the signs and discuss the following items: distance from the flag pole to the sign and the movable letters on the sign. Chairperson Hunn asked staff how far a flag pole should be from a sign. Mr. Harrison said that the flag pole should be separated from the sign and that a different application would be required. Commissioner Fehlner was concerned about the removable letters on the sign being removed or moved by other people other than the condominium association. She agreed with the comments made by staff regarding the movable letters and the flag poles. Commissioner Evans said he agreed with the comments made by Commissioner Fahlner regarding the movable letters and the flag poles. Commissioner Stanley said she agreed with staffs recommendations. Commissioner Schneider said he agreed with staffs recommendations. Commissioner Karow suggested that the flag poles be located in front of the office. He stated that he was concerned about the removable letters. Commissioner Railton was concerned about the removal of the spruce tree and the size of the sign being 17 feet long x 5 feet high. Chairperson Hunn asked the applicant if this proposal was approved by the owners and the condominiums association. Mr. Hill said "yes". Chairperson Hunn was concerned about the successful removal of the spruce trees. Mr. Hill used a site plan to show where the trees would be relocated. He said a special contractor would be hired to remove the trees. Mr. Hill said the replacement trees would come in 5 (five) gallon buckets and a drip irrigation system would be added to the landscape plan. Chairperson Hunn summarized the following: the applicants proposal regarding the movable letter, add the word "Condominium", agree to replacement of trees, add shrubbery in the vicinity of the 2 (two) signs. Mr. Hill said the color of the sign would match the color of the building. He said that the size of the sign has met the square footage requirements from the sign codes. He stated that the sign will be viewed as a "one dimensional sign" from the road. Mr. Harrison said that the Sign Design Guidelines mentioned landscaping as a requirement for a free standing sign. Commissioner Railton suggested that the sign be reduced in size at least 3 (three) feet in length. Commissioner Fehlner asked how tall the building was. Mr. Hill said the size of the building was 3 (three) stories high or approximately. 42 to 45 feet high. She said she was concerned about the size of the sign to the size of the building. 3 Motion Commissioner Stanley moved to approve the proposed Residential Project Entry Signs as recommended in the staff report dated March 14, 1997 with the following conditions: 1. All sign text be permanent. 2. The proposed decorative flag poles for the primary entry sign not be allowed due to the finding that they would exceed the Residential Project Entry Sign allowable height. 3. The stucco supports be a darker color than the sign surface. 4. The word "Condominium" be added to the signs. 5. A replacement tree be approved by staff, should the spruce tree not survive the relocation. 6. Landscaping around the sign to be approved by staff. Commissioner Evans seconded the motion. The motion passed with Chairperson Hunn and Commissioner Railton opposing B. Lots 41-43, Block 2, Benchmark at Beaver Creek Subdivision Beaver Creek West Condominiums Project Type: Pool building remodel Property Owner: Mike Bennet, Beaver Creek West Condominiums Applicant: Eric Hill, Paradigm Designs, P.C. Address: 0288 West Beaver Creek Boulevard George Harrison made a brief presentation as outlined in the staff report. Mr. Hill made a brief presentation to the Commission regarding the railing system. He suggested that caps be added to the top of the railing for protection. He used a site plan to describe where the additional landscaping would be added. Commissioner Fehlner commented on the railing system and agreed with staffs recommendations and conditions. Commissioner Evans stated that he agreed with staffs recommendations and conditions. Commissioner Stanley declined to comment. Commissioner Schneider said that he appreciated the applicant working with the Planning and Zoning Commission. Commissioner Karow said the application satisfied all the Design Review considerations. Commissioner Railton declined to comment. Chairperson Hunn declined to comment. Mr. Harrison said that staff was working with a site plans dated March 5, 1997. The site plans do not reflect the new landscaping plan. Motion Commissioner Karow moved to approve the proposed modifications for the pool area and pool house as recommended in the staff report dated March 14, 1997 with the following condition: 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. An updated landscape plan be approved by staff. Commissioner Schneider seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. 7 C. Lot 7, Block 3, Wildridge Subdivision - Kahn Duplex Project Type: Residential Duplex Property Owner: Joan Kahn Consultant: Michael Sanner Address: 5021 E. Wildridge Road George Harrison made a brief presentation as outlined in the staff report. Staff recommended approval for this application.. Staff presented a material board and color sample board to the Commission. Commissioner Stanley asked if there was a landscape plan included with this application. Mr. Harrison said "yes" and presented the landscape plan the Commission. Michael Sanner, consultant, made a brief presentation and requested a color change for the roof. He presented a color sample of Rustic Redwood to the Commission. Commissioner Railton said she agreed with the project. Commissioner Karow said the application satisfied all the Design Review Guidelines. Commissioner Schneider agreed with the comments made by Commissioner Karow. Commission Stanley asked about the landscape plan on the north elevation. Mr. Sanner used the landscape plan to explain the landscape on the north elevation. (Tape inaudible. Mr. Sanner was not speaking into the microphone). Commissioner Evans asked about the connections to the decks. Mr. Harrison said that this design did meet the Design Review Guidelines and Zoning Codes. Commissioner Fehlner agreed with the comments made by Commissioner Evans and that the architecture was very compatible with the Wildridge area. Commissioner Railton asked about the garage doors. Mr. Sanner said that the garage doors were sectional and designed in California. Commissioner Karow announced that the maximum height of the duplex was 35 feet and that the Town standards building height was 35 feet. Chairperson Hunn was concerned about the amount of asphalt used from the garage door to the entry way. He also said that the project satisfied all the Design and Review Guidelines. Motion Commissioner Evans moved to approve Lot 7, Block 3, Wildridge Subdivision as presented in the plans dated March 18, 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. The roof color to be approved as Rustic Redwood. Commissioner Stanley seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. D. Lot 36, Block 4, Wildridge Subdivision Southwest Builders Duplex Project Type: Residential Duplex Property Owner: Southwest Builders Applicant: Thomas Campbell Address: 5016 E. Wildridge George Harrison made a brief presentation as outlined in the staff report. A memorandum dated March 28, 1997 from Norm Wood and Martha Miller was attached to the staff report. A letter dated March 20, 1997 by KRM Consultants, Inc. was attached to the staff report. Mr. Harrison said that the applicants have met the single driveway standards. The issues that still concerned staff was the eastern retaining wall and grading. Mr. Harrison stated that the applicants still need to meet with staff regarding the eastern retaining wall and grading issues that was stated above. Commissioner Schneider asked if a building permit was issued for the retaining wall. Mr. Harrison "no" the applicant and staff were still discussing this issue. Tom Campbell, applicant, was concerned about staffs denial and recommendations number 1, 3, 6 and 7. He requested a clarification on these items by Commission and staff. Chairperson Hunn clarified Mr. Campbell concerns. He said that the Commission gave approval on the driveway during the Concept Design Review. Mr. Campbell asked the Commission for direction. Commissioner Railton said she did not mind the 2 (two) driveways being 95 feet apart on the property. She was concerned about the 45 foot drop from one side of the property to the other side. She said she did not have a problem with the retaining walls as long as they were properly engineered. Commissioner Karow was concerned the following issues: the comments made by the Town Engineer regarding the driveways, the retaining walls and the landscape plan. He recommended that the driveways and retaining walls be properly engineered. Mr. Harrison clarified the comments made by the applicant regarding the proposed landscape plan. Staff recommended that the applicant clarify the symbols on the landscape plan. Mr. Harrison stated that he did not recall having the landscape removed from the back side of the property, and if he did, it was said in error. Commissioner Schneider was concerned about the engineered walls, grading, landscaping on the north side of the property and traffic with the dual driveways. Commissioner Stanley was concerned about the dual driveways, grading, landscaping and the retaining walls. Commissioner Evans reiterated that he was not against the dual driveways but was concerned about the placement of the building on the site. He stated he was concerned about the retaining walls and the site plans, dated March 5, 2997. He recommended that the retaining walls be properly engineered. He said there should be an alternative design solution that would I minimize the amount of retainage needed on the site, the site disturbance and the need for a dual driveway. Commissioner Fehlner said that during the February's meeting, she did not take exception to the dual driveways. She mentioned the following issues: grading, retaining walls, and compatibility of the site topography. Commissioner Railton commented on the meters on the east unit. She suggested moving the meters to a different location. Chairperson Hunn was concerned about the turning radius for the vehicles. He suggested that the proposed hammerhead be enlarged to accommodated the vehicles. Mr. Harrison stated that for single family and duplex homes, there were recommendations and standards regarding the size of the turning radius for the driveway. Chairperson Hunn said that only 2 (two) dual driveways have been approved by the Town of Avon. He suggested that this application for approval should be considered as a Variance request. He was concerned that the duplex was not working within the topography, which would require the retaining walls. Staff reiterated comments made earlier. A recommendation made by staff for denial was considered based upon the following issues; information, policies, rules and procedures. This denial was not recommended lightly. Motion Commissioner Evans moved to deny Lot 36, Block 4, Wildridge Subdivision as presented by the plans dated received March 17, 1997, based upon its failure to satisfy Design Review considerations #4, the incompatibility of the proposed improvements with site topography and the general non-conformance with adopted goals, policies and programs with the Town of Avon. Commissioner Stanley seconded the motion. The motion carried 4 (four) votes to 3 (three) votes with Commissioner Schneider, Commissioner Railton and Commissioner Karow opposing. E. Lot 97, Block 1, Wildridge Subdivision Folkvord Duplex Project Type: Residential Duplex Property Owner/Applicant: David Folkvord Consultant: Robert Reevey Address: 2340 Old Trail Road George Harrison made a brief presentation as outlined in the staff report. Staff recommended approval with 3 (three) conditions and requested that 2 (two) additional conditions be added: number 4 (four) a site grading plan be approved by staff prior to building permit submittal and number 5 (five) all coniferous trees be a minimum of 6 (six) feet tall and all deciduous trees be a 2 (two) inch caliper. David Folkvord, property owner, made a brief presentation and presented a color sample board to the Commission. He said he has made all the pertinent changes as requested by the Commission and staff. Commissioner Fehlner commended the applicant for incorporating the suggestion made by Commission and said she agreed with staff recommendations. 10 Commissioner Evans said he was concerned about the 10% grade to the driveway. Commissioner Stanley commended the applicant for incorporating the suggestion made by the Commission. Commissioner Schneider commended the applicant for incorporating the suggestion made by the Commission and asked about the proposed grade of the building. Mr. Folkvord said the proposed grade was "around 27 feet". Mr. Harrison clarified that the proposed grade for the western unit was 26 feet. Commissioner Karow was concerned about the 10% grade from the driveway to the garage. Mr. Harrision stated that this was only a recommendation because it was a duplex home. Commissioner Karow was concerned about the safety concerns regarding the parking brakes disengaging. Mr. Harrison said that this could be a safety concern. Commissioner Railton asked the applicant to explain the colors on the color sample board. Mr. Folkvord pointed out the colors for the stucco, the trim, the windows and the doors. Commissioner Railton suggested additional landscaping be added to the site. She said she did not agree with wide range of colors being proposed for the duplex. Chairperson Hunn said he agreed with the comments by Commissioner Railton regarding the landscape plan. He was concerned about the driveway grade and suggested lowering both units (about) 1 (one) feet to incorporate a flat surface to the garage. He commented on the color samples for the duplex. The applicant said there was a gutter system above the entry ways and the garage doors. Discussion followed regarding the light fixtures. The applicant said he would work with staff regarding this issue. Motion Commissioner Railton moved to approve Lot 97, Block 1, Wildridge Subdivision as presented on the plans dated received March 28, 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. The site grading plan be approved by Town staff at the time of building permit submittal. 5. All coniferous trees be a minimum of 6 feet tall, all deciduous trees be a minimum of 2 inches in caliper. 6. The landscape plan be revised and approved by the Commission. 7. The exterior light fixtures to be approved by staff. 8. Woodsiding, cedar facia trim, and landscape timbers retaining wall to be approved by staff. Commissioner Schneider seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. F. Lot 77, Block 4, Wildridge Subdivision Cuny\Shelde Duplex Project Type: Residential Duplex Property Owner/Applicant: Rick Cuny Consultant: Peter May, Habitat Post & Beam Address: 5685 E. Wildridge Road 11 George Harrison made a brief presentation as outlined in the staff report. Staff announced the applicants had revised their plan. Staff clarified that erosion control measures meeting the Town of Avon standards were required and that an Improvement Location Certificate confirming the structure's ridge height would be necessary during the building permit process. Staff announced 2 (two) letters, one dated March 20, 1997 from Rick Cuny, the other dated March 25, 1997 from Habitat Post and Beams was attached to the staff report. Mr. Harrison used a site plan to described the proposed material changes to the Commission. Rick Cuny, applicant, made a brief presentation to the Commission. He stated that he has made all the appropriate changes as recommended by the Commission. Mr. Cuny summarized the following issues: the 110 foot roof line was reduced by pushing in the two units and off setting each unit by 6 (six) feet and that the east unit was dropped down by 1 (one) foot. The entire north elevation was revised by turn the garage on the east side unit to the east and changing the motorcycle garage so it could be viewed as a 3 (three) garage building from the north elevation. The lot coverage was reduce from 49.3% to 44.2% by off setting and turning the units toward the south. The driveway was raised to change the driveway from a 10 foot width to a 12 foot width. The window treatment for the west unit was changed to minimize the mirror image. Mr. Harrison defined that a mirror image was as a structure with a uniformed appearance; two elements that were reproduced and attached by a common wall. Commissioner Fehlner said she was concerned about the arched windows and the mirror image. She said that she agreed with the staff recommendations and staff approval. Commissioner Evans stated that he agreed with the comments made by Commissioner Fehlner. He also said that the proposed arched windows and the roof lines did not match very well. Commissioner Stanley said that the proposed arched windows did not solve the problems with the roof lines. She commented about the quantity of plants in the landscape plan. Mr. Cuny said that was an oversight in the landscape plan and would be corrected. Commissioner Stanley said she was concerned about the mirror image and suggested additional landscaping be added to the site. Commissioner Schneider commended the applicant for adding the rocks to the upper elevation. He asked about the material for the garage doors. Mr. Cuny said the garage doors would be a natural wood finish. Commissioner Schneider asked about the facia trim. Mr. Cuny said the facia trim would be stained redwood Mr. Harrison said that the duplex was 1/2 foot over the building height and described the building to be 35.5 feet tall. Further discussion followed between the applicant and staff regarding a finish grade and the existing grade. Mr. Cuny thanked staff for explaining the difference between a finish grade and an existing grade. 12 Commissioner Schneider asked about the off set of 110 foot roof line. Mr. Cuny said the roof line was changed in 2 (two) ways. The units were off set by 6 (six) feet and dropped down 1 (one) foot. Commissioner Karow stated that he agreed with staffs recommended motion. He said that the building, even though off set, would still be considered as a "mirror image". Commissioner Railton commended the applicant for a good job well done on the landscaping plan for the north elevation. She further suggested that additional landscaping be added to the east elevation and in front of the duplex. She was concerned about the proposed arched windows, the balconies, the railing below the windows, the columns located at the south elevations, the fireplace flues and the mirror image of the structure. Chairperson Hunn suggested staggering the roof line between the units. He was concerned about the driveway and turning radius for the east unit, the lighting fixtures, spot lights located on each end of the units. Further discussion followed: the retaining wall finish adjacent to the stair will be finished in stucco, guard rails were suggested above the retaining wall and to be approved by staff. Mr. Cuny said the windows would be vinyl and almond colored. Chairperson Hunn was concerned about the mirror image of the duplex and commended the applicant for implementing the suggestions made by Commission and staff. Mr. Cuny said that the north elevation will not receive alot of sunlight and expressed his concerns regarding the "drop" and "pitched" to the north elevation roof line. Commissioner Schneider said he personally could accept the mirror image on the south side of the duplex and suggested that the roof line be "staggered" to help soften the mirror image. Commissioner Railton suggested staggering the balconies as well as the roof line, so that the whole building would not be perceived as a "flat plain". Commissioner Railton asked if the pavement from the garage to the property line was allowed for the west unit. Mr. Harrison said "yes" (No further comments were made). Mr. Harrison reiterated that the western unit exceeded the 35 foot building height regulations. He said that if this unit was lowered, it would help reduce the building height with the possibility of reducing the mirror image. Mike Matzko addressed the staffs concerns to the Commission regarding the maximum building height limitations and recommended that this application be tabled. Motion Commissioner Railton moved to table Lot 77, Block 4, Wildridge Subdivision. Commissioner Schneider seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously with Commissioner Fehlner opposing. G. Lot 88, Block 1, Wildridge Subdivision VillamontTownhomes Project Type: Residential -four plex Property Owner: Monterra Limited Applicant: Rick Rosen Address: 2455 Old Trail Road 13 Karen Griffith made a brief presentation as outlined in the staff report. She said the Town Engineer was concerned about the 10% grade for the first 20 feet of the driveway. She said that his opinions would not significantly alter the existing driveway. Ms. Griffith stated that staff was recommending approval as drafted with the deletion of recommendation number 5. Ms. Griffith presented a color sample board to the Commission. Rick Rosen, Attorney, addressed the staff and the Town Engineers concerns regarding the dumpster enclosure. He stated that the size of the dumpster was a computer error. Mr. Rosen was concerned about the driveway grade and stated that the driveway easement was created prior to the purchase of the property. He requested that the Town Avon change its policy regarding the percentage of the driveway grade, declaring this was creating a hardship for the property owners. Ken Sortland, adjacent property owner of Lot 39, was concerned about the proposed height, grade and design of the four plex. He present photographs of the four plex site and his lot to the Commission. He commented on the driveway and garages located on the north side of the lot. His major concerns were that the view corridor would be block should the four plex be built. Mr. Rosen responded to Mr. Sortlands comments. The lot coverage for the building site would be 11 % of the property with a 70 foot set back from the property line. The site was approved as a four plex lot. Mr. Rosen informed the Commission and staff that the State of Colorado does not have a view corridor unless it was deed restricted. He said that 2 (two) units were sold at this time and was aware of the north sides snow and ice problems. Commissioner Railton was concerned about the siding and stucco for the south side elevation. Mr. Rosen responded that the design of the building was designed "individually" for each unit. The garage door would be similar to the siding and the color sample board displayed the proposed colors for the four-plex. Commissioner Karow said that the project met all the Design Review criteria and stated that he agreed with staffs conditions and recommendations. Commissioner Schneider asked if there was a landscape plan and lighting cut sheet for review. Ms. Griffith said "yes" and presented the landscape plan and lighting plan to the Commission. Commissioner Schnieder was concerned about the driveway grades and building heights. Commissioner Stanley asked staff to explain number 6 of the staff recommendations. Ms. Griffith said staff suggested that the applicant change the driveway grade from a 10% grade to a 4% grade to be consistent with the town standards, which recommends an 8% driveway grade for a multifamily homes. Mr. Rosen reiterated that the driveway was an access easement to provide access Lot 87, which was still vacant. The applicants were requesting approval for a temporary construction fence to stop the access into Lot 87 from Lot 88. Mr. Sortland rebutted Mr. Rosen's comments regarding Lot 87. He said that he once owned lot 87 and that a four-plex was not possible because of the 25 foot set backs from the two roads 14 adjacent to the property. He suggested staggering the 4-plex so that the view corridors would not be blocked from Lot 89. Ms. Griffith said that a Variance would be needed for the driveway grade. She also reiterated that the Town Engineer was concerned about the 10% grade of the driveway. Commissioner Evans said he agreed with the comments made by Commissioner Stanley regarding the driveway grade. He suggested that the roof trust system be changed to a 4/12 pitch instead of the present 6/12 pitch. Commissioner Fehlner said she agreed with the comments made by Commissioner Evans regarding the changing of the roof trust pitch. Chairperson Hunn discussed the development rights between the proposed applicant and adjacent property owner. He commented on the following: the stucco, siding and the driveway grade. Commissioner Railton was concerned about the living room windows for units 2B and 2C. She suggested to increase the windows volume and size. Chairperson Hunn was concerned about the turning radius for BFI trash trucks. Motion Commissioner Karow moved to approve final design of residential four plex proposed Lot 88, Block 1, Wildridge Subdivision as described on plan sets dated 3-25-97 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. The dumpster enclosure be relocated outside of setbacks and easements. The driveway meet Town standards of a 4 percent grade for the first 20 feet from edge of road pavement, and an 10 percent maximum grade for the rest of the driveway and parking lot. 6. An improvement location survey will be required at the time of framing to document the structure does not exceed 35 feet (Ridgeline elevation of 8077 feet). Commissioner Evans seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. H. Lot 27, Block 1, Wildridge Subdivision Hunn-Willis Duplex Project Type: Residential Duplex Property Owner: Jack Hunn Applicant: Jack Hunn Address: 2130 Longspur Vice Chairperson Karow replaced Chairperson Hunn during this review. Karen Griffith made a brief presentation as outlined in the staff report and presented a color rendering board to the Commission. Staff recommended that an ILC (improvement location certificate) be provided prior to the building permit. Scott Hunn, representative for the applicant, said that he agreed with the staff recommendations. Commissioner Fehlner said she did not have any comments at this time. She said she agreed with staff recommendations and that the project conformed with the Design Review Guidelines. 15 Commissioner Evans commended the applicant for a job well done on the landscape plan around the building site. Commissioner Stanley said she did not have any comments at this time. Commissioner Schneider said he did not have any comments at this time. Commissioner Railton commented about the living room windows and suggested that they be enlarged to enjoy the views of Vail and Beaver Creek. Vice Chairperson Karow stated that the design of the duplex met all the Design Review criteria and agreed with the staff recommendations. Motion Commissioner Stanley moved to 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. 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. 8. An ILC be submitted prior to framing. Commissioner Evans seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously with Chairperson Hunn abstaining. Other Business A. Lot 18/19, Block 1, Benchmark at Beaver Creek Subdivision - Klaus Auto Repair Project Type: Special Review Use -Auto Repair Property Owner: Richard De Clark Applicant: Walter Klaus Address: 241 Metcalf Road Mike Matzko made a brief presentation as outlined in the staff report. Discussion followed with the Commission and Staff regarding the parking requirements for the Town Avon. Staff announced that Walter Klaus was out of town during this meeting. Fred Butler representative for Mr. Klaus, said the applicant was requesting a parking space reduction to 4 (four) exterior parking spaces. He stated that only 3 (three) cars were worked on per day at the shop. He said that there was only 1 (one) employee working with Mr. Klaus which required only 1 (one) parking space. 16 Commissioner Railton asked how may lifts were in the shop. Mr. Butler said to his knowledge, only "1 (one)"lift was in the shop. Dean Svabik, property owner, voiced his opinions and displeasure regarding the parking space reduction. He requested that the Commission deny the parking space reduction. Mr. Matzko stated that this modification for a parking space reduction would require a Special Review Use application. Chairperson Hunn asked in the absent of a Special Review Use for the four required parking spaces, what would the parking space requirement be, based upon the square footage. Mr. Matzko said 2 (two) parking spaces would be needed. Commissioner Evans asked if the Special Review Use permit would assign the parking spaces for the lifetime of building and not the duration of the applicants lease. Mr. Matzko stated that generally the improvements were attached to the land. Commissioner Railton suggested to leave the Auto Repair shop as is. Commissioner Evans recommended that the Commission review this application with Mr. Klaus. Mr. Svabik stated that Avon Auto Body and Mr. Klaus has all the required parking spaces needed for his business. He said he was concerned about the "communication" between the landlord and Mr. Klaus regarding the reduction of the parking spaces. Discussion followed between Chairperson Hunn and Mr. Svabik regarding Mr. Klaus's application. Chairperson Hunn said the presently, the applicant has been approved as a Special Review Use permit with 4 (four) parking spaces and that a Public Hearing would be needed to reduce the parking spaces to 2 (two) spaces and that this current application was only a Conceptual Design Review discussion at this time. No formal action was taken. B. Discussion of subdividing multi -family lots Discussion was moved to a later date. C. Additional business Suggestion was made to type a brief summary for the Concept Design Review. Suggestion was made for staff to list their concerns and or recommendations for the Concept Design Review. Concerns were stated about written rules vs. enforced rules, i.e. driveway grades. Street light lamp was broken at Coastal Mart parking lot. Review the approved plans for Lot 18/19, Block 2, Benchmark at Beaver Creek regarding the exposed foundation and the intensity of the wattage for the lights. Discussion of Town of Avon cleanup day. Concerns regarding the cleanup and additional landscaping to bus turn around at Eaglebend Apartments. Concerns were discussed regarding the lighting at the Eaglebend Apartments. 17 Concerns regarding the cleanup of gravel around the Avon School sidewalk. Concerns regarding the cleanup of tires stored by the Colorado Mountain Express parking lot. Suggested site tour and future worksession regarding proposed projects with a mirror image and definition. Discussion regarding certain phrases and personal opinions discussed during Final Design Review. Staff recommended that comments be directed to the Design Review Guidelines. Adjourn Commissioner Karow made a motion to adjourn the meeting. It was seconded by Commissioner Stanley and the meeting adjourned at 12:29 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Linda Donnellon Recording Secretary S. Railton Yx4f'� M Schneider B. Stanley LIA 2 Ji -134-6," 18