TC Council Packet 12-11-2007TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO '
WORK SESSION FOR TUESDAY, DECEMBER 11, 2007 VON
MEETING BEGINS AT 2:45 PM C ° L ° k
AVON MUNICIPAL BUILDING, 400 BENCHMARK ROAD
PRESIDING OFFICIALS
MAYOR RON WOLFE
MAYOR PRO TEM BRIAN SIPES
COUNCILORS RICHARD CARROLL, DAVE DANTAS, KRISTI FERRARO
AMY PHILLIPS, TAMRA NOTTINGHAM UNDERWOOD
TOWN STAFF
TOWN ATTORNEY: JOHN DUNN TOWN MANAGER: LARRY BROOKS TOWN CLERK: PATTY MCKENNY
ALL WORK SESSION MEETINGS ARE OPEN TO THE PUBLIC EXCEPT EXECUTIVE SESSIONS
COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC ARE WELCOME; PLEASE TELL THE MAYOR YOU WOULD LIKE TO SPEAK UNDER No. 2 BELOW
ESTIMATED TIMES ARE SHOWN FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY, SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE
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AGENDAS ARE POSTED AT AVON MUNICIPAL BUILDING AND RECREATION CENTER, ALPINE BANK, AND AVON LIBRARY
THE AVON TOWN COUNCIL MEETS ON THE SECOND AND FOURTH TUESDAYS OF EVERY MONTH
2:45 PM — 3:45 PM 1. EXECUTIVE SESSION Pursuant to CRS 24 -6 -402 (4)(f) for the purpose of
discussing personnel matters and CRS 24 -6 -402 (4)(b) conference with Town
Attorney for the purposed of receiving legal advice on specific legal questions
regarding payment of municipal services invoice by Traer Creek Metropolitan
District and other issues related to Village at Avon negotiations
3:45 PM — 3:45 PM 2. INQUIRY OF THE PUBLIC FOR COMMENT AND APPROVAL OF AGENDA
3:45 PM —4:15 PM 3. EAST TOWN CENTER DISTRICT PLAN (Matt Gannett, Planner II, Chris Green, Ago
Studios) Presentation of three - dimensional model of East Town Center District by
Ago Studios providing for a comparison of what exists to what the district plan
proposes
4:15 PM — 4:30 PM 4. COUNCIL COMMITTEE AND STAFF UPDATES
a. Eagle County Open Space Advisory Committee Update (Ron Wolfe, Mayor)
4:30 PM 5. ADJOURNMENT
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Memo
To:
Honorable Mayor and Town Council
Thru:
Larry Brooks, Town Manager
From:
Matt Gennett, AICP, Senior Planner
Date:
December 11, 2007 Council Meeting
Re:
Work Session on the East Town Center District Plan
Summary:
HEART of the VALLEY
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C O L O R A D O
At the July 31, 2007 special meeting (not regularly scheduled) of the Planning & Zoning
Commission, staff was directed to pursue a three - dimensional, computer generated model to
depict how the properties located within the defined East Town Center District might be
developed under existing zoning. Following this meeting, staff brought a contract from Ago
Studios to Council on November 13, 2007 for approval and signature to perform the work
described above.
Chris Green, of Ago Studios, will present the completed three - dimensional model to Council
at the regularly scheduled work session in order to conduct a comparison of what is
contemplated in the current draft of the East Town Center District Plan for the
"recommended" massing of buildings versus what might be possible under existing zoning,
assuming design approval has been granted for the maximum allowable, existing zoning
standards.
Town Manager Comments:
Attachments:
Pages 44-47 of the East Town Center District Plan (09/11/07 Draft)
MASSING MODEL
Existing Massing
Extremely low density development, aging building stock and large expanses of surface parking
illustrate the potential for redevelopment and infill. The Town Center zoning encourages higher
densities but also requires large set backs, substantial parking areas, and 50% lot coverage. These
requirements have contributed to the lack of redevelopment activity in the area.
Proposed Massing
The District Plan calls for increased density in the East Town Center District to help fulfill the
vision of the Town Center as the focal point of the community. See the Avon Comprehensive Plan
(page 33) Urban Built Form Diagram for more information.
Buildiiig massing and footprints are for descriptive pm poses only. Alternative building shapes and mass will be considered if they meet the Planning Principles.
16. Maintain key views to and
from the District to provide
visibility, orient people to
their surroundings and define
the character of the spaces.
0 Maintain views to (1) Bellyache Ridge, (2)
Bachelor Gulch, (3) the rocky bluff, (3)Bluff
in front of Beaver Creek, (4) Game Creek
Bowl, and (5)Swift Gulch
a Elements that could disrupt the views like
building bulk, signage, overhead utilities,
and lighting should not be allowed.
1. View of Bellyache Ridge
2. View of Bachelor Gulch
3. View of rocky bluff
3. View of bluff in front of Beaver Creek
4. View of Game Creek Bowl
5. View of Swift Gulch
The Town of Avon Comprehensive Plan identi-
fies a Core Value of the town to be "reflective
of the natural environment". According to the
Comprehensive Plan; "Avon will continue to
enhance its strong connections to its spectac-
ular scenery, magnificent natural surroundings,
and ample outdoor recreational opportunities ".
The identified views from public areas are
considered essential in maintaining a visual
connection to the surrounding environment,
orienting people to their surroundings, and
ensuring these views can be enjoyed by the
general public. The Town will be making a
large investment in the public spaces of the East
Town Center. To ma dmize the value of their
investment, these views must be protected.
The low height of buildings in the District
currently allow for the ,,risibility of the
surrounding mountains. It is anticipated that
greater building heights will be proposed in the
future. It will become increasingly important to
be mindful and considerate of maintaining views.
Creative approaches including framing views
with architecture, stepping the building height,
recessing top floors, and locating floors below
ground should be considered. .
46 Avon East Town Center District Plan
PRQROSED VIEWS
The views of mountains and surrounding landscapes from public
streets and spaces identified in this exhibit are to be maintained.
Building footprints are for descriptive purposes only. Alternative buildingshapes will be considered if they meet the PlanningPrinciples.
Avon East Town Center District Plan 1 47