HomeMy WebLinkAbout08/24/2006CITY OF WHEAT RIDGE
BOARD OF ADJUSTIVIENT
AGENDA
August 24, 2006
Notice is hereby given of a public hearing to be held before the City of Wheat Ridge Board
of Adjustment on August 24, 2006, at 7:00 p.m., in the City Council Chambers of the
Municipal Building, 7500 W. 29`h Avenue, Wheat Ridge, Colorado.
1. CALL THE MEETING TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL
3. PUBLIC FORUM (This is the time for anyone to speak on any subject not appearing on
the agenda.)
4. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. Case No. WA-06-12: An application filed by Gary DiGiorgio for approval of a
19 square foot variance from the 9,000 square foot minimum lot azea requirement
and a 9 foot variance from the 75 foot minnnuxn lot width requirement to allow a
two-fanuly dweliing unit on property zoned Residential-Three (R-3) and located
at 3825 Chase Stxeet.
B. Case No. TUP-06-02: An application filed by L& H Auto Body & Glass for
approvai of a one-yeaz Temporaty Shucture Permit on property zoned Industrial
(n and located at 4790 Independence Street. -
5. CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING
6. OLD BUSINESS
7. NEW BUSINESS
A. Approval of minutes - July 27, 2006
8. ADJOLTRNMENT
CITY OF WHEAT RIDGE
PLAIVNING DIVISION STAFF REPORT
TO: Board of Adjustment
DATE OF iVIEETIPIG: August 24, 2006 CASE MANAGER: Meredith Reckert
CASE NO. & NAME: Case No. WA-06-12/DiGiorgio
ACTION REQUESTED: Approval of a lot area and lot width variance in an R-3 zone
LOCATION OF REQUEST: 3825 Chase Street
NAME & ADDRESS OF OWNER(S): Gary and Audrey DiGiorgio
APPROYIMATE AREA: 8981 square feet
PRESENT ZONING: Residential-Three (R-3)
PRESENT LAND USE: Two-family residence
ENTER INTO THE RECORD:
(X) ZONING ORDINANCE
(X) CASE FILE AND PACKET MATERIALS
(X) DIGITAL PRESENTATION
JURISDICTION:
$oard of Adjnstrnent
Case No. WA-06-12/DiGiorgio
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JDRISDICTION: The property is within the City of Wheat Ridge, and all notification and posting requirements have beet.
met, therefore, there is jurisdiction to hear this case.
REQUEST
The property in question is located at 3825 Chase Street and is zoned Residential-Three (R-3). It is
currently being utiGzed as a two-fattiily dwelling with tenants in both the main floor and basement. In
the R-3 zone disirict, a legal two-family dwelling lot requires 9000 square feet of ]ot area with 75' of lot
width. The property is substandard to these requirements with only 66' of lot width (resulting in a 9'
required lot width variance) and 8981 square feet of lot area (resulting in a 19 square foot required lot
size variance). An administrative variance cannot be granted because it results in an additional dwelling
unit.
The properry owner purchased the proper[y two years ago and it had two units at that time. The
house was built in 1942. It is unclear at wliat point it was converted into a duplex. There is no
evidence in the building department records that tbis was a legal conversion. The Jefferson
County Assessor's office indicates that there is only one recognized imiY on the property.
Staff became aware of the nonconformity because the lower unit was in need of a high speed intemet
wnnection. Comcast needs a separate address to service the lower cmit as both units are currently under
the same address. The vaiiances are needed to legitimize the two units on the property. (Exhibit 1,
applicant letter).
The property is surrounded on the north and west by R-lA zoned single family residences. The
property to the south is zoned R-3 utilized as a single family residence. To the east is a
commercial strip center zoned C-1.
Because each of the vanances is dependent on the other, they will be considered simultaneously
IL SITE PLAN
The property owner has submitted an improvement location certifcate which shows the location
of the structure on the property. (Exhibit 2, Tmprovement locarion certificate). It is a one-story
lap-sided home with a detached double car garage. Additional parking for the home is located in
the driveway to the east of the garage. The driveway is around 70' in length and could
accommodate an additional three cars.
Pursuant to the off-street parking regulations in the Zoning and Development code, single and
two family dwellings are required to have two spaces per dwelling unit with on-street parking
and four spaces per dwelling unit without on-street parking. The property is 66.67' wide and
could accommodate another two vehicles. A total of eight parking spaces (both on and off street
spaces) are required for the duplex where only seven spaces are available (five on the property
and two on the street).
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Case No. WA-06-12/DiGiorgio
The property is relatively flat and is consistent with the "look° ofhouses in the area. The first
floor tenant enters through the front door. The basement tenant enters from the south side which
goes iinmediately downstairs. There is no connection between the two units.
By recognizing this as a legal duplex, the building inspector has advised that the basement must
be brought up "to code". lf the variance is denied, the stnichire must be converted to single
family dwelling.
Staff has received an objection to the variances from an adjacent property owner at 3820 Depew
Street (directly to the west of the subject property).
III. VARIANCE CRITERIA
Staff has the following comments regarding the criteria used to evaluate avariance request:
1. Can the properTy in question yield a reasonable return in use, service or income if
permitted to be used only under the conditions allowed by regulation for the district
in which it is located?
If the request is denied, the property may still receive a reasonable return in use. The
property is currently approved for single-family use.
2. If the variance were granted, would it alter the essential character of the locality?
The variance could potentially alter the essential character of the locality by legitimizing
a duplex in a neighbarhood which is composed of single family residences. However, the
structure has been used as a duplex since the time of purchase two years ago.
3. Does the particular physical surrounding, shape or topographical condition of the
speciiic property invoived resait in a particu➢ar aud unique nardsnip (upon ine
owner) as distinguished from a mere inconvenience if the strict letter of the
regulations were carried out?
No, the 3ot is question has a typical rectangular shape and is relatively flat
4. Has the alleged difficulty or hardship been created by any person presently having
an interest in the property?
The illegal nature of the second unit has not been created by the present owner. The
hardship stems from the conversion of the structure to two units by a previous owner.
The current owner relied on this rental income when lie purcliased the property.
5. Would the granting of the variance be detrimentai to the public welfare or injurioas
to other property or improvements in the neighborhood in which the property is
located, by, among other things, impairing the adequate supply of light and air to
adjacent property, substantially increasing the congestion in public streets or
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increasing the danger of fire or endangering the public safety, or substantially
diminishing or impairing property values within the neighborhood?
Granting of the variance would not be detrimental to the public welfare or injurious [o
other properties or improvements in the neighborhood. The current duplex does not
impact the adequate supply of light and air to adjacent properties, does not increase the
chance of fire or endanger the public safery. There could be an impact on Chase Street
because of inadequate parking available on-site.
6. lf criteria 1 through 5 are found, then, would the granting of the variance result in a
benefit or contribution to the neighborhood or the community, as distinguished
from an individual benefit on the part of the applicant, or wouid grauting of the
variance result in a reasouable accommodation of a person with disabilities?
The requested variance would result in an individual benefit for the property owner and
would not produce a benefit for the neighborhood or the community. Approval of lhe
variance would not result in the accommodation of a person with disabilities.
IV. STAFF CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
Upon review of the request, staff concludes that the above criteria are not supportive of
the variance requests. Therefore, staff recommends denial for the following reasons:
1. There are no unique circumstances.
2. The proposed duplex is out of character with the neighborhood which is
comprised of single family dwellings.
3. The property cannot meet the required parking for a two-unit dwell ing.
If the variances are approved, staff recommends the following condirions:
1. The property owner must Uring the basement into conformance with the
appurtenant fire and building codes.
2. The City wil] assign an additional address, thereby notify9ng the Jefferson
County Assessor's office of the second unit.
Board of Adjustment
Case No. WA-06-12/DiGiorgio
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R.E: 3825 Chase St, Wheat Ridge, Co.
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Thanks fot allowing me m visit with you today on the subject property.
We have had people living in the uppex and lower units. Thc lower unit is in need of a high speed
connechon and Comcast has requested a separate address for lower...or A.up and B..down.??
The II,C shows 89$1.78 SF w}uch is onty short 15.21 SF of the city specified two dwelling lot size.
I appreciate your considerarion and vrould furdier appceciate any assutance in getting this done as
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~OFWH~t9~ CITY OF WHEAT RIDGE
pLANN1\'G DIV7SION STAFF REPORT
TO: Board of Adjustment CASE MANAGER: Travis Crane
CASE NO. & NAME: TUP-06-02/L&H Auto Body DATE OF DIEETING: August24, 2006
ACT10N 12EQUESTED: Request for approval of a temporary structure for property zoned Industrial.
LOCATION OF REQUEST: 4790 Independence Street
APPLICAIVT (S): L&H Auto Body OWIVER (S): Same
4790Independence St.
Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
APPROXIVIATE AREA: 86,971 sq. ft (1.99 ac.)
PRESENT ZONIIVG: Industria] (1) E_VTER INTO RECORD:
(X) CASE FILE & PACKE'f MATERIALS (X) llIGITAL PRESENTATION
(X) ZONING ORDINANCE
Locat
Site
All notificatio,n and posting requirements have been met; tberefore, there is jurisdiction to hear
this case. Board of Adjustment
TUl'-06-02/L&H Auto Body
I. REQUEST
The applicant is requestind approval of a one-year temporary structure (EXhibit 1,
Letter of Request).The structure would be a 60 x 75 foot tent for the purpose of
storing and reviewing the condition of vehicles during inclimate weather. The
temporary structure would provide for a future building expansion. The temporary
structure would be removed once a building expansion is complete within the next
year. The Code of Laws empowers tlie Board of Adjustment to decide upon requests
for temporary buildings.
II. CASE ANALYSIS
The property is 86,971 square feet in size, has a fairly rectangular shape, and is
relatively flat The applicairt wishes to construct the temporary structure attached to
the southeast comer of the building (E~11 Site Plan).
This temporary structure would be enc]osed on all sides with a concrete pad below.
The Code of Laws requires a minimum 5-foot per story side yard setback in the
Industnal zone district. A] 0-foot rear yard setback is also required. The temporary
structure will be located at least 140 feet from the nearest property line, the southem
properiy line. The temporary structure will not increase ]ot coverage, as there is an
existing concrete pad under which the structure will be placed. The structwe will
have the same roofline as the existing building, and will be between 16 aaid 18 feet
tall.
All other development standards will be met. The structure will meet all applicable
building codes in respect to snow and wind load.
III. TEMPORARY USE CRITERIA
Staff has the following comments regarding the criteria used to evaluate a temporary use
permit
The proposed temporary building or sign:
Will not have a detrimental effect upon the general health, welfare, safety
and convenience of persons residing or working in the neighborhood of the
proposed use; and
The temporary bui]ding should not have a detrimenta] effect upon the health,
safety or welfare of persons in the surrounding area. The building will be ]ocated
at the southeast comer of the existing building, screened from view by a fence.
There will be no auto body work performed in this new temporary building.
2. Wi11 not adversely affect the adequate light and air, nor cause significant air,
water or noise pollution, or cause drainage problems for the general area;
and
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TUP-06-02/L&H Auto Body
The request should not adversely affect the adequate supply of light or air to
adjacent properties. The structure will be enclosed; however, the structure will be
located at least 140 feet from the closest property line, so the supply of light and
air to adjacent properties should no[ be affected. There should be no increase to
noise, air or water pollution as a result of this request. There will be no increase of
impervious sur£aces on the property, so the request should not impact drainage on
the property or surrounding properties.
Will not result in ondue traffic congestion or traffic hazards, or unsafe
parking, loading, service or internal traffic conflicts to the detriment of
persons rvhether on or off the site; and
The request will not result in traffic congestion or traf5c hazards. There will be no
iinpact to parking or loading areas either on or off site. The temporary structure
w-ill be located in the storage yard, away from parking areas and drive aisles.
4. Will be appropriately designed, including setbacks, heights, parking, bulk,
buffering, screeniag aud landscaping, so as to be in harmony and compatible
with character of surrounding areas and neighborhood, especially with
adjacent properties; and The temporary building will have same roof line of the existing building
(approximately 16-18 feet) and will be at least 140 feet froin the nearest
(southern) property line. The temporary sWcture will be located behind an
existing fence, thereby screening the structure from adjacent properties.
5. Will uot overburden the capacities of existing streets, utilities, parks, schools
and oCher public facilities and services. The request nas no impact on the capacities of streets, utilities, parks, schools or
other public facilities.
1V. ST.aFF CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
Upon review of the above request, staff concludes that the above criteria are supportive
of the temporary structure request There should be no impact to surrounding properties.
Therefore, staff recominends APPROVAL for the following reasons:
1. Approval of the temporary building would not alter the essential chazacter of
the locality. The structure will be located so as not to be visible from the nght-
of-way. Addirionally, the structure will be at ]east 140 feet from the nearest
property line.
2. Approval of the request would not impair the adequate light and air to
adjacent properties.
3. Approval of the temporary structure would not be injunous to other properties
in the neighborhood.
Board of.Adjushnent
TUP-06-0211,&H Auto Body
With the following condition:
The temporary structure shall be allowed for a period of one year. The one
year time period shall begin with the issuance of the building pennit for the
temporary structure.
Board of Adjustment
TUP-06-02/L&H Auto Body
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Wheatridge, CO 8003 Erie, CO 80516 Avon, CO 51620
303-424-2565 303-702-9010 970-845-6059
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ATTACHMENT TO LAND USE CASE PROCESSING APPLICATION
Due to the workload and expansion and diversification of the
business, L 8s H Auto Body has determined that the present building
configuration cannot support present nor expected workload for the
future. L 8v H Auto Body has, as a result of this condition, engaged an
Architectural Engineer to establish a method to expand its building
capabilities in accordance with the laws and rules of the City of Wheat
Ridge. We believe that our useable working space can be doubled, and
our plan is to follow that course.
Because this process is expected to take approximately one year L
8s H finds that to support this addiUonal business we need to make
temporary arrangements to support our business while this process goes
through its channels. We are requesting that we be allowed to put up a
tent measuring 60 X 75 feet to support our operations while we go
through the process for the expansion of our facilities. We see this as
only a temporary step but it will allow us to increase the flow of business
to the level necessary to support this expansion. Without this request we
will have to turn away business that might be difficult to recapture later.
We respectfully request that you consider this temporary structure for
what it will be used for. We will do estimating in inclement weather,
vehicle delivery, and storage of partially disassembled vehicles. There
will not be any painting or repairs done in these structures.
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CITY OF WHEAT RIDGE BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
Minutes of Meeting
July 27, 2006
1. CALL THE MEETING TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by Chair Bell at 7:00 p.m.
2. ROLL CALL
Members Present: Tom Abbott
Janet Bell
Bob Blair
Paul Hovland
Bob Howazd
Larry Linker
Davis Reinhart
Members Absent: Paul Drda
Staff Present: Travis Crane, Planner
Jerry Dahl, City Attomey
Ann Lazzeri, Recording Secretary
The following is the official set of Boazd of Adjushnent minutes for the public hearing of
July 27, 2006. A set of these minutes is retained both in the office. of the City Clerk and
in the Community Development Department of the City of Wheat Ridge.
3. PUBLIC FORUM
There tivere no individuals present who wished to address the Board at this time.
4. PUBLIC HEARING
All individuals wishing to testify regarding the following cases were sworn in by
Chair BELL
A. Case No. WA-06-09: An application for approval of (A) a 5-foot side
yard setback variance from the 10-foot side yazd setback requirement
resulting in a 5-foot side yard (northwest) setback and (B) a 5-foot side
yard setback variance from the 10-foot side yard setback requirement
resulting in a 5-foot side yard (west) setback for property zoned
Residential Two and located at 3895 Allison Street.
The case was presented by Travis Crane. He entered all pertinent docuxnents into
the record and advised the Board there was jurisdiction to hear the case. He
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reviewed the staff report and digital presentation. Staff recommended approval
for reasons outlined in the staff report.
In response to a question from Board Member ABBOTT, Travis Crane stated that
the lot meets the minimum lot size standard for R-2 zoning and far exceeds
requirements for a single family dwelling. Most of the houses in the
neighborhood haue attached garages; however, there are other detached structures
in the neighborhood.
Board Member REINHART asked if staff believed the applicant could meet his
goals if the gazage were in ariother location. Mr. Crane stated that the garage
would have to be turned which would take up the entire back yard and would
possibly have some nnpact on the existing structure. Turning the gazage would
leave a small yard area between the gazage and the house, but staff felt it would
not be a functional piece of open space for the applicants.
In response to a question from Board Member HOWARD, Travis Crane stated
that the city had not heazd from the adjacent property owner.
Larry Muehe
3895 Allison Street
Mr. Muehe stated that the garage, as planned, would enhance the back yard.
Turning the garage would create a lot of concrete and little grass. The garage
would back up to the gazage belonging to the neighbor to the north and would not
be visible to the neighbor to the west because it would back up to the fence. He
stated the gazage is planned to be 22 by 30 feet and designed to match the house
with lifetime vertical siding because it was impossible to match the brick. He
stated that this house was inherited from a family member and they plan to move
into it when remodeling is complete.
There were no other individuals who wished to address this case.
Upon a motion by Board Member ABBOTT and second by Board Member
BLAIR, the following resolution was stated:
Whereas, the applicant was denied permission by an administrative officer;
and
Whereas, Board of Adjustment Application Case No. WA-06-09 (A) is an
appeal to this Board from the decision of an administrative officer; and
Whereas the property has been posted the fdteen days required by law, and
in recognition that there were no protests registered against it; and
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Whereas, the relief applied for may be granted without detriment to the
public welfare and without substantially impairing the intent and purpose of
the regulations governing the City of Wheat Ridge.
Now, therefore, be it resolved that Board of Adjustment Case No. WA-06-09
(A) be, and hereby is approved.
For the following reasons:
1. The lot has an irregular shape and has frontage on two public streets.
This hardship was not created by the applicant.
2. The location and orientation of the house would impede vehicular
access to a code complying garage.
3. The lot is large at 15,703 square feet; therefore, the request will not
affect the adequate supply of light or air to adjacent properties nor
would this variance appear to cause negative impacts as related to
variance criteria number five.
4. Letters of support were received from immediately adjacent
neighbors.
5. There appears to be no alternative practical location for the garage.
The motion carried 6-1, with Board Member Linker voting no.
Upon a motion by Board Member ABBOTT and second by Board Member
BLAIR, the following resolution was stated:
Whereas, the applicant was denied permission by an administrative of£cer;
and
Whereas, Board of Adjustment Application Case No. WA-06-09 (B) is an
appeal to this Board from the decision of an administrative officer; and
Whereas the property has been posted the fifteen days required by law, and
in recognition that there were no protests registered against it; and
Whereas, the relief applied for may be granted without detriment to the
public welfare and without substantially impairing the intent and purpose of
the regulations governing the City of Wheat Ridge.
Now, therefore, be it resolved that Board of Adjustment Case No. WA-06-09
(B) be, and hereby is approved.
For the following reasons:
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1. The lot has an irregular shape and has frontage on two public streets.
This hardship was not created by the applicant.
2. The location and orientation of the house would impede vehicular
access to a code complying garage.
3. The lot is large at 15,703 square feet; therefore, the request will not
affect the adequate supply of light or air to adjacent properties nor
would this variance appear to cause negative impacts as related to
variance criteria number five.
4. Letters of support were received From immediately adjacent
neighbors.
5. There appears to be no alternative practical location for the garage.
The motion carried 6-1, with Board Member Linker voting no.
B. Case No. WA-06-10: An application filed by Lewis Candy Company for
approval of a 9-foot setback variance from the required 10-foot setback for
a freestanding sign, resulting in a 1-foot setback for property zoned
Commercial One and located at 6140 West 38th Avenue.
The case was presented by Travis Crane. He entered all pertinent documents into
the record and advised the Board there was jurisdiction to heaz the case. He
reviewed the staff report and digital presentation. Staff recommended approval
for reasons, and with a condirion, outlined in the staff report.
Boazd Member REINHART asked if this would be the most protruding sign on
the block. Mr. Crane stated that it would be the northernmost freestanding sign
on the block. If the sign were in a conforming location, it would interfere with
parking.
Boazd Member BELL commented that the sign wouid noi be out oi aiignment
with other signs down the block. Mr. Crane stated that no right-of-way was
dedicated on this property for the 38th Avenue capital nnprovement project.
In response to a question from Board Member HOWARD, the code requires that a
freestanding sign not block other signs within twenty feet from an adjacent
property. The size of the sign is in conformance with the city code.
Board Member BLAIR asked if the city had received any comments from
adjacent properiy owners. Mr. Crane stated that no comments, either positive or
negative, had been received.
Myron Lewis
6140 West 38th Avenue
Mr. Lewis, owner of Lewis Fine Candies, stated that if the variance is not granted,
the sign would block the sign to the east. The business presently has a visibility
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issue with customers hying to locate the store. The present sign is an eyesore and
sign companies have refused to attempt to place a sign on posts built in 1958.
Boazd Member HOVLAND expressed concern that the height to the bottom of the
sign is 6.5 feet and could present a danger to a tall individual walking under the
sign. Mr. Crane explained that the only time sign height comes into play is when
it relates to sight distance triangles and this sign does not present an impact.
Board Member LINKER also expressed concern about the height that could
endanger a bicyclist.
In response to a question from Board Member ABBOTT, Jerry Dahl stated that
since the sign would not be on city right-of-way there would be no liability to the
city.
Sherry West
39te Avenue
Ms. West and her brother own property nearby on 39"' Avenue and asked for
clarification as to which sign was going to be removed and which one would be
replaced. NIr. Crane explained which sign would be removed and replaced.
Heidi Lewis
6140 West 38th Avenue
Ms. Lewis stated that the A-frame sign would be removed.
Truel West
6150 W. 39`h Avenue
Mr. West expressed support for the application because it would be a net
unprovement for the city and enhance the streetscape.
There were no other individuals who wished to speak.
In response to a question from Boud Member HOWARD, Mr. Crane explained
that the sign would have two faces.
Boazd Member HOVLAND commented that the sign has a good design, is in
keeping with the neighborhood and will present an overall improvement to the
neighborhood.
Upon a motion by Board Member ABBOTT and second by Board Member
HOWARD, the following resolution was stated:
Whereas; the applicant was denied permission by an administrative officer;
and
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Whereas, Board of Adjustment Application Case No. WA-06-10 is an appeal
to this Board from the decision of an administrative officer; and
Whereas the property has been posted the fifteen days required by law, and
in recognition that there were no protests registered against it; and
Whereas, the relief applied for may be granted without detriment to the
public welfare and without substantially impairing the intent and purpose of
the regulations governing the City of Wheat Ridge.
Now, therefore, be it resolved that Board of Adjustment Case No. WA-06-10
be, and hereby is approved.
For the folTowing reasons:
1. The hardship has not been caused by the applicant. The hardship
arises from the original site design and location of parking spaces. A
conforming freestanding sign could not be located on the property
without compromising existing parking spaces. A conforming
freestanding sign would create a traffic hazard.
2. While located one foot from the front property line, the sign will
actually be 11 feet from the edge of the existing asphalt of 38tn Avenue
thereby giving the appearance to passersby that the 10-foot setback is
being met.
3. The applicant will be removing two antiquated nonconforming signs,
one of which is a parking hazard and 22 feet tall and a small sandwich
board sign and replacing them with one consolidated sign. This will
be an improvement to the property and the West 38th Avenue
corridor.
4. A ten-foot tall sign in a conforming iocaiion would euminaie ai ieasi
one parking space. The site does not meet the current parking
standards for a retail use and a further reduction in parking would be
a detriment to the site.
5. The request will not be detrimental or injurious to the public welfare,
will not impact the adequate supply of light or air, nor increase
congestion in the streets.
6. The sign design has a"retro" appearance and would generally appear
to be in keeping with tbe city's streetscape design plan and certainly
will significantly improve the public perspective of the property.
7. One neighbor spoke in favor of the variance.
8. Staff recommended approval of the variance.
With one condition:
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1. The proper.ty shall have only one freestanding sign. Both existing
nonconforming signs shall be removed and replaced with a singular
freestanding sign.
The motion carried 7-0.
(The meeting was recess from 8:23 p.m. to 8:32 p.m.)
C. Case No. WA-06-11: An application filed by William Packazd for
approval of (A) a 5-foot side yard setback variance from the 10-foot side
yazd setback requirement resulting in a 5-foot side yard setback and (B) a
5-foot rear yard setback variance from the 10-foot rear yazd setback
requirement resuking in a 5-foot rear yard setback for property zoned
Residential Two and located at 3065 Reed Street.
The case was presented by Travis Crane. He entered all pertinent documents into
the record and advised the Board there was jurisdiction to hear the case. He
reviewed the staff report and digital presentarion. Staff recommended approval
for reasons outlined in the staff report.
Board Member ABBOTT asked if the applicant could put a shed back onto the
lot. Mr. Crane replied that the applicant could place a shed on the property as
long as it doesn't exceed masimum lot coverage.
Board Member REINI3ART suggested that a garage shorter than 30 feet might
allow for better turning movements.
William Packard
3065 Reed Street
Mr. Packard stated that he wouid iike to ouild a 30-foot garage to accomtnouaie
his vehicles that include a boat and motorcycles. He stated that he would remove
two existing storage sheds. He has considered other locations, but he found that
turning would be difficult or he would haue to remove landscaping. He has talked
with all of his neighbors and they are in favor of his plans.
In response to a question from Board Member HOVLAND, Mr. Packard stated
that he plans to use the existing garage as a garage for one car.
Board Member LINKER asked if the gazage door could be shifted to the left to
make it more accessible. Mr. Packard replied that he wasn't sure that moving the
door to the left would meet code.
In response to a question from Board Member ABBOTT, Mr. Packard stated that
the east face of the garage would be matching brick and the remainder of the
garage would be covered with siding. It would match the house and conform to
the neighborhood.
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Mr. Packard commented that there is a garage with 5-foot side and rear setbacks
at 3025 Quay Street.
There were no other individuais who wished to address this matter.
Boazd Member HOVLAND stated that he could see the need for a variance on the
south property line; however he had difficulty with the 10-foot variance on the
back property line.
Board Member BELL commented that it appeared there were structures fairly
close to the property line at 3030 Saulsbury. She expressed concern about how
the five feet between the gazage and property line would be used. She suggested
that vegetative screening could be used to decrease the visual impact to the
neighbors.
Upon a motion by Board Member ABBOTT and second by Board Member
HOVLAND, tLe following resolut'ion was stated:
Whereas, the applicant was denied permission by an adtninistrative officer;
and
Whereas, Board of Adjustment Application Case No. WA-06-11 (A) is an
appeal to this Board from the decision of an administrative officer; and
Whereas the property has been posted the fifteen days required by law, and
in recognition that there were no protests registered against it; and
Whereas, the relief applied for may be granted without detriment to the
pubifc weifare and wituoui supsianiiaiiy impairing tbe inteni and purpose ot
the regulations governing the City of Wheat Ridge.
Now, therefore, be it resolved that Board of Adjustment Case No. WA-06-11
(A) be, and hereby is approved.
For the following reasons:
1. The location of the house, patio and landscape area would impede
vehicular access to a garage if it were in a conforming location. A
practical alternative location is not apparent to the Board.
2. There are multiple structures in the neighborhood that encroach into
the required side or rear yard setback area. Therefore, the general
character of the neighborhood should not be altered.
3. The request will not affect the adequate supply of light or air to
adjacent properties or cause other negative effects related to criteria
number five.
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4. Staff recommended approvai of the variance.
With the following conditions:
1. Two existing sheds must be removed.
2. As described by the applicant, brick veneer should be used on eastern
fagade.
The motion carried 6-1 with Linker voting no.
Board Member ABBOTT commented that the gazage could be shortened and the
applicant could build another shed on the property.
Board Member HOVLAND also had concern that the gap between the lots would
create a storage area. He found it difficult to fmd a hardship to support the rear
yard setback.
Board Member REINHART stated that the applicant could build a fixnctional
garage without encroaching on the rear yard setback. He did not believe that a
hardship had been demonstrated.
Board Member HOWARD stated that the applicant could rotate the garage 90
degrees.
Upon a motion by Board Member REINHART and second by Board
Member ABBOTT the following resolution was stated:
Whereas, the applicant was denied permission by an administrative officer;
and
Whereas, Board of Adjustment Application Case No. WA-06-11 (B) is an
appeal to this Board from the decision of an administrative officer; and
Whereas the property has been posted the fifteen days required by law, and
in recognition that there were no protests registered against it; and
Whereas, the relief applied for may not be granted without detriment to the
public welfare and without substantially impairing the intent and purpose of
the regulations governing the City of Wheat Ridge.
Now, therefore, be it resolved that Board of Adjustment Case No. WA-06-11
(B) be, and hereby is denied.
For the following reason:
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A two-car garage could be built and function effectively without a
variance.
Board Member BELL commented that, with approval of the side yard variance,
denial of the reaz yard variance would mean he could still build a garage and
maybe reduce the size to 25 feet. Therefore, she was inclined to go along with
denial.
Board Member ABBOTT asked if it would be necessary for the applicant to pay
another filing fee if he decided to reorient the garage. Mr. Crane explained that if
the change were substantial enough to come back before the Board there would be
a fee. He did not believe that tunung the garage 90 degees would be a
substantial change.
The motion for denial carried 5-2 with Board Members BLAIR and
HOWARD voting no.
Board Member ABBOTT commented that two sheds must be removed from their
current locations but could be relocated as long as they meet code.
It was moved by Board Member ABBOTT and seconded by Board Member
HOVLAND to reconsider the motion on Case No. WA-06-11 (A). The
motion carried 6-1 with Board Member BLAIR voting no.
It was moved by Board Member ABBOTT and seconded by Board Member
HOVLAND to change the language in the first condition for Case No. WA-
06-11 (A) to read: Existing sheds shall be removed andlor relocated to an
ordinance compliant location.
lhe motion carried 7-0.
5. CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING
Chair BELL closed the public hearing portion of the meeting.
6. OLD BUSINE5S
Chair BELL reported that no applications have been received for altemates to the
Board of Adjushnent. She encouraged Board members to recruit individuals to
serve as altemates
7. NEW BUSINESS
A. Approval of Minutes - June 22, 2006
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It was moved by Board Member BLAIR and seconded by Board
Member HOVLAND to approve the minutes of June 22, 2006 as
presented. The motion carried 7-0.
10. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 930 p.m.
Janet Bell, CHAIR Aiuz Lazzeri, Recording Secretary
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