L32 B2 WR Duplex DesignTown of Avon
Final Design Staff ortRep
September 2, 1997, Planning & Zoning Commission meeting
Report date August 29, 1997
Project type Residential Duplex
Legal description Lot 32, Block 2, Wildridge Subdivision —
McKenney/Frehe Duplex
Zoning Planned Unit Development (PUD) — 2 units
Address 2643 Beartrap Road
Introduction
This proposed 6,300 square foot duplex is a white stucco building featuring clear stained timber
elements, stone columns, and an asphalt shingle roof. The structure's main axis runs parallel with
the site's slope.
The site slopes steeply up from the road, approximately 25% in the area of the building envelope.
A 1:1 slope condition will exist at the access point due to bedrock located near the ground's
surface. The site faces southwest with excellent solar exposure and views.
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: Duplex use conforms to this lot's 2 dwelling unit designation.
• Lot Coverage: The proposed 13% of building coverage conform to the 50% maximum.
• Setbacks: No proposed encroachments.
• Easements: The driveway encroaches into the 10 -foot Slope Maintenance, Drainage and
Snow Storage Easement. However, staff feels this condition is acceptable due to the site's
uphill slope.
• Building Height: The largest determined height of 34 feet on the front elevation's main
gable measured to proposed garage level conforms with the 35 foot maximum limit.
• Grading: All proposed slope grades conform with the maximum of 2:1 slope guideline,
with the noted exception for the driveway access, and the proposed driveway grades
conform with Town recommendations.
• Parking: The 4 garage parking spaces and 2 surface space conform to the required 5
spaces.
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• 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 generally suitable. Staff suggests a
planting area and associated landscaping be added in front of the driveway access cut to
mitigate the cut's visual impact.
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 that are compatible with the criteria of the town
guidelines.
3. The compatibility of the design to minimize site impacts to adjacent properties.
The proposed project will have minimal site impacts upon adjacent properties.
4. The compatibility of the proposed improvements with site topography.
The main axis of the building runs generally parallel with the site's slope. Site disturbance
appears acceptable.
5. The visual appearance of any proposed improvement as viewed from adjacent and neighboring
properties and public ways.
The massing appears compatible and appropriate for both the site and the neighborhood.
Staff is concerned with the potential barren scare created the driveway access cut. Staff
suggests that a small retaining wall be placed on the driveway's outer edge to facilitate
creating a planting area. Landscaping, particularly plantings with some height, would reduce
the cut's visual impact.
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 structure's responsiveness to the site and limited site disturbance are compatible with the
Wildridge Subdivision.
7. The general conformance of the proposed improvements with the adopted Goals, Policies and
Programs for the Town of Avon.
Generally conforms with the adopted Goals, Policies, and Programs for the Town of Avon.
Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends approval of this project with conditions.
Recommended Motion
Approve the Final Design of the residence for Lot 32, Block 2, Wildridge Subdivision as
depicted on the plans dated "Received" August 21, 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. During construction, a 2" deep gravel base of 3/4"aggregate shall be applied to the first 20'of
the driveway, and shall remain until the driveway is paved.
5. That a planting area be created between the proposed driveway and the access cut and that
tall shrubbery or trees be planted to mitigate the cut's visual impact.
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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.
Respectfully b tted,
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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 surrounding materials.
2. All meters will be placed upon the building.
I Automatic irrigation system will be installed.
4. During construction, a 2" deep gravel base of 3/4"aggregate shall be applied to the first 20'of
the driveway, and shall remain until the driveway is paved.
5. Staff will review mitigation of access cut.
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An rew Karow, Chair
Attest:
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Sue Railton, Secretary
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