L1 L2 B1 BC PUDTown of Avon
Final Design
Staff Report
October 17, 1995 Planning & Zoning Commission meeting
Date 9 October, 1995
Project Type Commercial - Seasonal Christmas Tree Sales
Legal Description Lots 1&2, Block 1, Wildwood Resort Subdivision
Zoning PUD
Introduction
Oscar Tang, owner of Lots 1 and 2, Wildwood Resort, has requested an amendment to the
Wildwood Resort PUD to allow seasonal Christmas tree sales in November and December. He
also requests approval for the temporary storage of nursery stock that is currently located on the
site through June, 1996. The applicant is Marty Jones, of Colorado Alpine Ins.
The PUD for the site currently allows a hotel and or lodge together with accessory uses and
related commercial uses as allowed in the NC (Neighborhood Commercial) Zone District. The
owner would like to allow the temporary uses requested until the permanent development on the
site is established.
On October 10, 1995, City Council passed the ordinance to amend the PUD on first reading and
has referred the request to Planning and Zoning Commission for your review. The application
includes a sketch of the proposed Christmas tree lot that the applicants are requesting approval of.
PUD Amendment Criteria
1. Conformity with the Avon comprehensive plan goals and
objectives.
Lot 1 is designated for commercial use, which the proposed Christmas tree sales are in
conformance with. The Christmas tree lot is not in conflict with any of the goals, policies, or
programs of the town of Avon. Lot 2 is designated for mixed use development. The temporary
storage of trees would not be in conflict with the mixed use designation or the goals, policies, or
programs of the town of Avon.
2. Conformity and compliance with the overall design theme of the
town, the sub -area design recommendations and design guidelines
adopted by the town.
The seasonal Christmas tree sales and temporary storage of trees are not in conflict with the
commercial and mixed use designation. The comprehensive plan does not address a specific
design theme for this area. The customary outdoor sales for Christmas trees is not in conflict with
the design guidelines.
3. Design compatibility with the immediate environment,
neighborhood, and adjacent properties relative to architectural
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design, scale, bulk, building height, buffer zones, character, and
orientation.
The temporary storage of trees and the short term sale of Christmas trees will be compatible with
the surrounding area which includes commercial development and some undeveloped property.
More information does need to be provided regarding lighting plans for the sales lot to ensure
there will not be any problems with light trespass.
4. Uses, activity, and density which provide a compatible, efficient,
and workable relationship with surrounding uses and activity.
The temporary tree storage and short seasonal sale of Christmas trees should be compatible with
the surrounding uses. A large parking lot will be provided so that adequate parking is available
on site and there will not be parking on the road or at adjacent businesses.
5. Identification and mitigation or avoidance of natural and/or
geologic hazards that affect the property upon which the PUD is
proposed.
There are no known natural or geologic hazards on the site which will affect the use of the
property for the seasonal uses proposed.
6. Site plan, building design and location and open space provisions
designed to produce a functional development responsive and
sensitive to natural features, vegetation and overall aesthetic quality
of the community.
The site plan provides for a functional Christmas tree sales lot. It has an adequate parking area,
and is anticipated to have adequate lighting for safety. The temporary use of both lots is not
anticipated to change any natural features. The site will need to be restored to natural vegetation
after the trees are removed on Lot 2.
7. A circulation system designed for both vehicles and pedestrians
addressing on and off site traffic circulation that is compatible with
the town transportation plan.
The tree lot takes appropriate access from Buck Creek Road, which is an unpaved road at the
time. This is appropriate access rather than having direct access from Nottingham road, which
functions as an arterial street. The parking lot would allow for adequate parking and maneuvering
space on the lot.
8. Functional and aesthetic landscaping and open space in order to
optimize and preserve natural features, recreation, views and
function.
Due to the very limited duration of the proposed uses, no landscaping is proposed. Lot 2 will
need to be restored with native vegetation after the trees are removed from the site.
9. Phasing plan or subdivision plan that will maintain a workable,
functional, and efficient relationship throughout the development of
the PUD. The phasing plan shall clearly demonstrate that each phase
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can be workable, functional and efficient without relying upon
completion of future project phases.
The tree sales will occur seasonally on the site as a temporary use until the site is developed for
permanent uses in conformance with the PUD.
10. Adequacy of public services such as sewer, water, schools,
transportation systems, roads, parks, and police and fire protection.
The site will be furnished with lighting and telephone. The applicants will need to make
arrangements for sanitary services such as renting portable toilets for the employees and
customers.
11. That the existing streets and roads are suitable and adequate to
carry anticipated traffic within the proposed PUD and in the vicinity
of the proposed PUD.
The access from Buck Creek road will be adequate for the limited use of the site.
Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends approval of the PUD amendment with the following conditions:
1. That portable toilets be provided on the site.
2. Any outdoor lighting be downcast and shielded so as to not generate off site glare (light
trespass).
3. The use of the tree lot shall not commence until November 15th of each year the sales lot is to
be used.
4. The Christmas trees and all items such as fences, portable toilets, and any litter be removed
from the site by January 2nd (one week) after the Christmas tree sales have been completed
for the season.
5. Lot 2 shall be restored to its natural condition and the area be restored with seeding or other
appropriate revegetation as determined by staff by August 1, 1996.
If you have any questions regarding this project or any community development matter, please
call me at 949-4280 (extension 131), or stop by the Community Development Department.
Respectfully submitted,
Karen Griffith, A.I.C.P.
Town Planner
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Planning & Zoning Commission Action
❑ Approved as submitted E1 Approved with conditions ❑ Denied
❑ Tabled ❑ Withdrawn by applicant
Conditions (if applicable):
1. That recommendations 1-5 be mets with staff rarnmmandatinn 42 heing
modified to read, "any outdoor lighting that is not Christmas Tree
lightin4be downcast and shielded so as to not to generate off site
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is granted for one season at a time.
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Sue Railton, Secretary
Town of Avon Community Development
PO Box 975, Avon, CO 8162
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