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AVON PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION
MEETING AGENDA
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 2022 - MEETING BEGINS AT 5:00 PM
100 MIKAELA WAY – AVON TOWN COUNCIL CHAMBERS – AVON TOWN HALL
1.CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
2.APPROVAL OF AGENDA
3.DISCLOSURE OF ANY CONFLICTS OF INTEREST OR EX PARTE COMMUNICATION RELATED TO AGENDA ITEM
4.NORTHERN HILLSIDE EMERGENCY SIRENS – WORK SESSION – DISCUSS AND PROVIDE RECOMMENDATIONS
CONCERNING PLAN WITH FOUR (4) ADDITIONAL SIRENS: TWO IN WILDRIDGE, ONE IN WILDWOOD, AND ONE IN
MOUNTAIN STAR (PLANNING DIRECTOR MATT PIELSTICKER AND POLICE CHIEF GREG DALY)
5.CONSENT AGENDA
5.1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES FROM FEBRUARY 1, 2022 PZC MEETING
5.2. RECORD OF DECISION AND FINDINGS OF FACT FOR MNR21044, 3770 EAGLBEND DEVELOPMENT PLAN
5.3. RECORD OF DECISION AND FINDINGS OF FACT FOR AEC22001, 1782 SWIFT GULCH ALTERNATIVE MATERIALS
6.STAFF UPDATES
7.ADJOURN
970.748.4413 mpielsticker@avon.org
TO: Planning and Zoning Commission
FROM: Matt Pielsticker, AICP, Planning Director
RE: WORK SESSION - Emergency Notification System Planning
DATE: February 9, 2022
SUMMARY: PZC is being referred a plan to install four (4) additional sirens in the “northern hillside”
communities, which include Wildridge, Wildwood, and Mountain Star. This follows the installation of the
first siren in Spring 2021 at the top of Wildridge on Tract J, located at 5700 Wilridge Road East. The goal
of the project is to provide a uniform, effective audible warning system for the northern hillside areas of
Avon in the event of a wildfire. This type of system is intended to compliment other notification tactics
already used emergency situations including reverse 911, radio, social media, temporary signage, and
door-to-door evacuation protocols.
The purpose of this work session is to present the design options and locations (“Attachment A”), and gain
feedback on how to best inform the public for upcoming public hearing(s) on th is topic. This work session
is not intended to supplement a public hear ing. PZC’s recommendations will be brought before Town
Council in a hearing before any final decision to pursue the project or not.
BACKGROUND: The initial concept for a siren in the Wildridge su bdivision came after the May 2019
wildfire evacuation drill. During that drill, Avon police officers selected one neighborhood within which to
knock on doors to notify occupants of the pending evacuation drill. The experience from that exercise was
that several occupants did not receive the test phone alert and were not aware of the evacuation drill.
Research included the review of other local systems already in place, including Bachelor Gulch’s siren.
Upon working with Sentry Siren company and reviewing available public property in Wildridge, it was
determined that for maximum coverage Tract J would provide the most effective system. The siren on
Tract J was tested last spring with some mixed results. Specifically, it was audible outdoors for most, and
less effective for those indoors. Some properties located lower down (i.e. Draw Spur Road) in the
subdivision could not hear the device given topographic constraints.
Since last spring Town staff has researched other newer technology devices to add to and supplement the
existing siren so as to provide a comprehensive system to serve the entire northern hillside communities.
Staff was unable to procure the High-Powered Speaker Array (“HPSA”) devices that Sentry Siren has
recently prototyped, and therefore, decided to model and present to PZC a mix of “traditional” units that are
similar to the existing installed siren.
Pros
The benefit in using a traditional siren system as opposed to newer technology devices (i.e. HPSA) include:
proven mechanical technology , effective range, low-tech, long life expectancy of 25-50 years, common
familiarity in event of emergency, zero maintenance, and fewer installations with greater coverage that
speaker type units.
Cons
Higher upfront costs and aesthetic concerns are the main detractions with sirens. Upgrading electrical
service to accommodate sirens with high -powered motors can be costly, however, staff is pursuing the f
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battery-operated systems. This could lower the upfront costs with electricity service and provide an
effective system even if electrical power is cut during a natural disaster.
EXISTING SIREN & COVERAGE: The coverage map provided by the manufacturer in 2019 estimated a
consistent spread (see map below) across the Wildridge subdivision. Installed photo below as well:
Computer Generated Coverage for Existing siren Existing Siren in Wildridge
PROJECTED COVERAGE: The inclusion of additional (smaller) sirens at O’Neal Spur Park , the pocket
park, Avon Annex (Wildwood), and Mountain Star, would support a more consistent siren volume
throughout the entire northern hillside communities . This updated coverage map for the existing Siren on
Tract J, plus the additional four (4) units is provided below.
Coverage Study for Existing 12V model, one 14V model for Mtn Star, and three 3V models for Wildridge and WIldwood
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DEVELOPMENT CODE: Staff approved the first siren administratively in January 2021. The application
was processed as a Minor Development Plan and since the Avon Development Code does not contain
standards for siren structures, the antenna and satellite dish standards were reviewed in the context of the
application. Screening standards also apply to an tennas and dishes according to Section 7.28.060(b)(2) of
the Avon Development Code. The screening standards were met by utilizing a natural earth tone color as
permitted by Alternate Screen standards in Section 7.28.060(d)(4), which “may include, but shall not be
limited to, increased setbacks, increased landscaping, grouping the equipment on specific portions of a
site, architectural features and painting .”
NEW SIRENS: Proposed for the Mountain Star location and modeled for coverage is Model 14V:
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The other three units for O’Neal Spur, Pocket Park (formerly Fire House), and Wildwood would be a lower
rated 3V unit, as detailed here:
PZC FEEDBACK: Before proceeding staff is seeking PZC feedback on the following items:
• Public outreach suggestions
• Color recommendations for siren and poles
• Specific locations on the properties for each device
Thank you, Matt
ATTACHMENT: Sentry Siren Coverage Study for Avon
Sentry Siren Coverage Study for Avon, CO - Version 5 719-275-8691 www.SentrySiren.com •Siren coverages are approximate and assume perfect conditions. •Actual coverages may vary based on local terrain, conditions, foliage, structures and other unknown conditions. •Sentry Siren makes no guarantee that coverage shown will mimic actual, real-world, coverage. •Coverage area is based on computer generated data and FEMA Guidelines covering atmospheric attenuation. •Data subject to license and use / reproduction is restricted.
Sentry Siren Coverage Study for Avon, CO - Version 5.1 719-275-8691 www.SentrySiren.com •Siren coverages are approximate and assume perfect conditions. •Actual coverages may vary based on local terrain, conditions, foliage, structures and other unknown conditions. •Sentry Siren makes no guarantee that coverage shown will mimic actual, real-world, coverage. •Coverage area is based on computer generated data and FEMA Guidelines covering atmospheric attenuation. •Data subject to license and use / reproduction is restricted.
Sentry Siren Coverage Study for Avon, CO - Version 5.2 719-275-8691 www.SentrySiren.com •Siren coverages are approximate and assume perfect conditions. •Actual coverages may vary based on local terrain, conditions, foliage, structures and other unknown conditions. •Sentry Siren makes no guarantee that coverage shown will mimic actual, real-world, coverage. •Coverage area is based on computer generated data and FEMA Guidelines covering atmospheric attenuation. •Data subject to license and use / reproduction is restricted.
Sentry Siren Coverage Study for Avon, CO - Version 5.3 719-275-8691 www.SentrySiren.com •Siren coverages are approximate and assume perfect conditions. •Actual coverages may vary based on local terrain, conditions, foliage, structures and other unknown conditions. •Sentry Siren makes no guarantee that coverage shown will mimic actual, real-world, coverage. •Coverage area is based on computer generated data and FEMA Guidelines covering atmospheric attenuation. •Data subject to license and use / reproduction is restricted.
Sentry Siren Coverage Study for Avon, CO - Version 5.4 719-275-8691 www.SentrySiren.com •Siren coverages are approximate and assume perfect conditions. •Actual coverages may vary based on local terrain, conditions, foliage, structures and other unknown conditions. •Sentry Siren makes no guarantee that coverage shown will mimic actual, real-world, coverage. •Coverage area is based on computer generated data and FEMA Guidelines covering atmospheric attenuation. •Data subject to license and use / reproduction is restricted.
Sentry Siren Coverage Study for Avon, CO - Version 5.5 719-275-8691 www.SentrySiren.com •Siren coverages are approximate and assume perfect conditions. •Actual coverages may vary based on local terrain, conditions, foliage, structures and other unknown conditions. •Sentry Siren makes no guarantee that coverage shown will mimic actual, real-world, coverage. •Coverage area is based on computer generated data and FEMA Guidelines covering atmospheric attenuation. •Data subject to license and use / reproduction is restricted.
Sentry Siren Coverage Study for Avon, CO - Existing Siren 719-275-8691 www.SentrySiren.com •Siren coverages are approximate and assume perfect conditions. •Actual coverages may vary based on local terrain, conditions, foliage, structures and other unknown conditions. •Sentry Siren makes no guarantee that coverage shown will mimic actual, real-world, coverage. •Coverage area is based on computer generated data and FEMA Guidelines covering atmospheric attenuation. •Data subject to license and use / reproduction is restricted.
Sentry Siren Coverage Study for Avon, CO - Mountain Star 719-275-8691 www.SentrySiren.com •Siren coverages are approximate and assume perfect conditions. •Actual coverages may vary based on local terrain, conditions, foliage, structures and other unknown conditions. •Sentry Siren makes no guarantee that coverage shown will mimic actual, real-world, coverage. •Coverage area is based on computer generated data and FEMA Guidelines covering atmospheric attenuation. •Data subject to license and use / reproduction is restricted.
Sentry Siren Coverage Study for Avon, CO - O’Neal Spur Park 719-275-8691 www.SentrySiren.com •Siren coverages are approximate and assume perfect conditions. •Actual coverages may vary based on local terrain, conditions, foliage, structures and other unknown conditions. •Sentry Siren makes no guarantee that coverage shown will mimic actual, real-world, coverage. •Coverage area is based on computer generated data and FEMA Guidelines covering atmospheric attenuation. •Data subject to license and use / reproduction is restricted.
Sentry Siren Coverage Study for Avon, CO - Pocket Park 719-275-8691 www.SentrySiren.com •Siren coverages are approximate and assume perfect conditions. •Actual coverages may vary based on local terrain, conditions, foliage, structures and other unknown conditions. •Sentry Siren makes no guarantee that coverage shown will mimic actual, real-world, coverage. •Coverage area is based on computer generated data and FEMA Guidelines covering atmospheric attenuation. •Data subject to license and use / reproduction is restricted.
Sentry Siren Coverage Study for Avon, CO - Public Works / Wildwood 719-275-8691 www.SentrySiren.com •Siren coverages are approximate and assume perfect conditions. •Actual coverages may vary based on local terrain, conditions, foliage, structures and other unknown conditions. •Sentry Siren makes no guarantee that coverage shown will mimic actual, real-world, coverage. •Coverage area is based on computer generated data and FEMA Guidelines covering atmospheric attenuation. •Data subject to license and use / reproduction is restricted.
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AVON PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION
MEETING MINUTES
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 2022
100 MIKAELA WAY – AVON TOWN HALL - TOWN COUNCIL CHAMBERS
1. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
ACTION: THE MEETING WAS CALLED TO ORDER AT 5:07PM BY CHAIRPERSON BARNES.
A ROLLCALL WAS TAKEN, AND ALL COMMISSIONERS WERE PRESENT EXCEPT FOR COMMISSIONER NUSBAUM.
ALSO PRESENT WERE TOWN MANAGER ERIC HEIL, INTERIM TOWN ATTORNEY KARL HANLON, AND PLANNING
DIRECTOR MATT PIELSTICKER. 2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA ACTION: THERE WERE NO CHANGES PROPOSED TO THE AGENDA. COMMISSIONER GOLEMBIEWSKI MOTIONED
TO APPROVE THE AGENDA AS DRAFTED. THE MOTION WAS SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER LAND, AND ALL WERE
IN FAVOR . THE MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY WITH A 6-0 VOTE. 3. DISCLOSURE OF ANY CONFLICTS OF INTEREST OR EX PARTE COMMUNICATION RELATED TO AGENDA ITEMS
COMMISSIONER MACALLISTER DISCLOSED A CONFLICT WITH ITEM 5, AS HIS TEAM SUBMITTED A LETTER OF
INTENT TO CONSTRUCT THE PROJECT.
ACTION: COMMISSIONER BARNES MOTIONED TO ACCEPT THE TWO CONFLICTS OF INTEREST. THE MOTION WAS
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER GOLEMBIEWSKI, AND ALL WERE IN FAVOR. THE MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.
4. 3770 EAGLEBEND DR / MAJOR DEVELOPMENT PLAN - PUBLIC HEARING – EXTERIOR MODIFICATIONS
INCLUDING CARPORT AND ADDITIONAL LIVING SPACE. (PLANNING DIRECTOR MATT PIELSTICKER AND ARCHITECT
ERIC JOHNSON).
PUBLIC COMMENTS: NONE
ACTION: COMMISSIONER SEKINGER MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE THE APPLICATION WITH THE FOLLOWING FINDINGS:
1. THE PROPOSED APPLICATION WAS REVIEWED PURSUANT TO §7.16.080, DEVELOPMENT PLAN, AND THE
DESIGN MEETS THE DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS ESTABLISHED IN THE AVON DEVELOPMENT CODE;
2. THE APPLICATION IS COMPLETE; 3. THE APPLICATION PROVIDES SUFFICIENT INFORMATION TO ALLOW THE PZC TO DETERMINE THAT THE
APPLICATION COMPLIES WITH THE RELEVANT REVIEW CRITERIA;
4. THE APPLICATION COMPLIES WITH THE GOALS AND POLICIES OF THE AVON COMPREHENSIVE PLAN; 5. THE DEMAND FOR PUBLIC SERVICES OR INFRASTRUCTURE EXCEEDING CURRENT CAPACITY IS MITIGATED BY
THE APPLICATION; AND
6. THE DESIGN RELATES THE DEVELOPMENT TO THE CHARACTER OF THE SURROUNDING COMMUNITY.
COMMISSIONER GOLEMBIEWSKI SECONDED THE MOTION AND ALL COMMISSIONERS WERE IN AGREEMENT. THE
MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY WITH A 6-0 VOTE.
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5. 1782 SWIFT GULCH RD / ALTERNATIVE EQUIVALENT COMPLIANCE – PUBLIC HEARING – VARIATIONS TO PUD
DESIGN REQUIREMENTS FOR DUAL-BRAND HOTEL PROJECT: ROOFING AND SIDING (PLANNING DIRECTOR MATT
PIELSTICKER AND ARCHITECT JON HANES) PUBLIC COMMENTS: NONE
ACTION: COMMISSIONER SEKINGER MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE THE APPLICATION WITH THE FOLLOWING FINDINGS:
1. THE APPLICATION WAS REVIEWED PURSUANT §7.16.120 ALTERNATIVE EQUIVALENT COMPLIANCE, AND THE
APPLICATION IS COMPLETE WITH SUFFICIENT INFORMATION TO ALLOW PZC TO DETERMINE THAT IT COMPLIES
WITH THE RELEVANT REVIEW CRITERIA;
2. THE ALTERNATIVE BUILDING MATERIALS ACHIEVE THE INTENT OF THE DESIGN STANDARDS TO THE SAME OR
BETTER DEGREE THAN THE SUBJECT STANDARDS BECAUSE:
a) ASPHALT SHINGLES ARE HIGH QUALITY, DURABLE MATERIALS THAT COMPLIMENT LOWER METAL
ROOFING, WHILE PROVIDING ARCHITECTURAL DETAILING AT HIGHER REACHES OF THE BUILDING, AND
b) THE PROPOSED CEMENTITIOUS SIDING DOES NOT INCLUDE ASBESTOS AND MEETS THE LRV
STANDARDS IN THE PUD GUIDE;
3. THE ALTERNATIVE EQUIVALENT COMPLIANCE ACHIEVES THE GOALS AND POLICIES OF THE AVON
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO GOAL C.1 AND POLICY C.1.3; AND
4. THE APPLICATION RESULTS IN BENEFITS TO THE COMMUNITY THAT ARE EQUIVALENT TO COMPLIANCE WITH THE
SUPPLEMENTAL HOTEL DESIGN STANDARDS.
COMMISSIONER GOLEMBIEWSKI SECONDED THE MOTION AND ALL COMMISSIONERS WERE IN AGREEMENT. THE
MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY WITH A 4-0 VOTE. COMMISSIONERS LANIOUS AND MACALLISTER DID NOT
PARTICIPATE.
6. CONSENT AGENDA
6.1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES FROM JANUARY 18, 2022 PZC MEETING 6.2. RECORD OF DECISION AND FINDINGS OF FACT FOR VAR21001, VARIANCE AT 3770 EAGLEBEND DRIVE
ACTION: COMMISSIONER LANIOUS MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA, AS DRAFTED. COMMISSIONER
MACALLISTER SECONDED AND ALL COMMISSIONERS WERE IN FAVOR. THE MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY WITH A 5-0
VOTE. COMMISSIONER GOLEMBIEWSKI HAD LEFT THE MEETING PRIOR TO ITEM 6.CONSENT AGENDA.
7. STAFF UPDATES
8. ADJOURN THE MEETING WAS ADJOURNED AT 6:14PM.
THESE MEETING MINUTES ARE ONLY A SUMMARY OF THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE MEETING. THEY ARE NOT INTENDED
TO BE COMPREHENSIVE OR TO INCLUDE EACH STATEMENT, PERSON SPEAKING OR TO PORTRAY WITH COMPLETE
ACCURACY. THE MOST ACCURATE RECORDS OF THE MEETING ARE THE AUDIO RECORDING OF THE MEETING, WHICH
CAN BE OBTAINED FROM THE TOWN CLERK’S OFFICE BY SUBMITTING A PUBLIC INFORMATION REQUEST.
APPROVED:
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CHAIRPERSON
PZC Record of Decision: AEC22001 Page 1 of 1
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION FINDINGS OF FACT AND RECORD OF DECISION
DATE OF PUBLIC HEARING: February 1, 2022
TYPE OF APPLICATIONS: Alternative Equivalent Compliance PROPERTY LOCATION: 1782 Swift Gulch Road FILE NUMBER: AEC22001
APPLICANT: Worthgroup Architects
This Record of Decision is made in accordance with the Avon Development Code §7.16.080(c):
DECISION: Approved
Findings:
1. The Application was reviewed pursuant §7.16.120 Alternative Equivalent Compliance, and the
Application is complete with sufficient information to allow PZC to determine that it complies with
the relevant Review Criteria;
2. The alternative building materials achieve the intent of the design standards to the same or better
degree than the subject standards because:
3. Asphalt shingles are high quality, durable materials that compliment lower metal roofing, while
providing architectural detailing at higher reaches of the building, and
4. The proposed cementitious siding does not include asbestos and meets the LRV standards in the
PUD Guide;
5. The Alternative Equivalent Compliance achieves the goals and policies of the Avon
Comprehensive Plan, including but not limited to Goal C.1 and Policy C.1.3; and
6. The Application results in benefits to the community that are equivalent to compliance with the
Supplemental Hotel Design Standards.
THESE FINDINGS OF FACT AND RECORD OF DECISION ARE HEREBY APPROVED: BY:______________________________________ DATE: ___________________
Chairperson
PZC Record of Decision: MNR21044 Page 1 of 1
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION FINDINGS OF FACT AND RECORD OF DECISION
DATE OF PUBLIC HEARING: February 1, 2022
TYPE OF APPLICATIONS: Major development Plan PROPERTY LOCATION: 3770 Eaglebend Drive, Unit A FILE NUMBER: MNR21044
OWNER/APPLICANT: Jared Schoch
This Record of Decision is made in accordance with the Avon Development Code §7.16.080(c):
DECISION: Approved
Findings:
1. The proposed application was reviewed pursuant to §7.16.080, Development Plan, and the design
meets the development standards established in the Avon Development Code;
2. The application is complete;
3. The application provides sufficient information to allow the PZC to determine that the application
complies with the relevant review criteria;
4. The application complies with the goals and policies of the Avon Comprehensive Plan;
5. The demand for public services or infrastructure exceeding current capacity is mitigated by the
application; and
6. The design relates the development to the character of the surrounding community
THESE FINDINGS OF FACT AND RECORD OF DECISION ARE HEREBY APPROVED:
BY:______________________________________ DATE: ___________________
Chairperson