HomeMy WebLinkAbout06/05/1997AGENDA
CITY OF WHEAT RIDGE PLANNING COMMISSION
JUNE 5,1997
Notice is hereby given of a Public Meeting to be held before the City of Wheat Ridge
Planning Commission on June 5,1997, at 7:30 p.m., 7500 West 29th Avenue, Wheat
Ridge, Colorado.
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4, APPROVE THE ORDER OF THE AGENDA (Items of new and old business
may be recommended for placement on the agenda.)
5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - May 15,1997
6, PUBLIC FORUM (This is the time for anyone to speak on any subject not
appearing under Item 6 of the Public Hearing Section of the Agenda.)
7. PUBLIC HEARING
A. Case NQ- WZ An application by Louis Ficco on behalf of Dorothy
Smith and Lenore Harris to rezone from Residential-Two and
wle-aye. Commercial-One to Planned Commercial Development and outline
development plan for property located at 6225 W. 48th Avenue, City of
Wheat Ridge, County of Jefferson, State of Colorado.
B. !CaNe NQ. WZ-27-5: An application by Pacifica Holding Company LLC
'so 573 to rezone from Commercial-One to Planned Commercial Development,
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;1y1q1_10a outline plan approval and final development plan approval with a
variance for property located at 9500 W. 49th Avenue, City of Wheat
Ridge, County of Jefferson, State of Colorado.
Chapter 26, Zoning Code, Section 24. Light Industrial District
Regulations regarding uses allowed as "Principal Permitted and
"Special Uses", City of Wheat Ridge, County of Jefferson State of
Colorado. (Continued from April 3, 1997.)
8. CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING I
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12. COMMITTEE AND DEPARTMENT REPORTS
MINUTES OF MEETING
CITY OF WHEAT RIDGE PLANNING COMMISSIO]
May 15,19• 7
CALL THE STUDY SESSION TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order by
Chairperson WILLIAMS at 7:30 pm., on May 15, 1997, in the Council Chambers of the
Municipal Building, 7500 West 29th Avenue, Wheat Ridge, Colorado.
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MEMBERS PRESENT: Harry Williams, Chairperson
Anne Brinkman
COUNCIL MEMBERS: Dan Wilde, Mayor
Teri Dalbec
Janelle Shaver
Claudia Worth
STAFF PRESENT: Glen Gidley, Director
Planning & Development
Marilyn Gunn, Recording Secretary
The following is the official copy of Planning Commission minutes for the Study Session of M'I
15, 1997. A copy of these minutes is retained both in the office of the City Clerk and in the
Department of Plarming and Development of the City of Wheat Ridge.
4. APPROVE THE ORDER OF THE AGENDA (items of new and old business may
be recommended for placement on the agenda.)
A motion was made by 'orrmussibrier RASPLICKA, secon -- y Uomrmsstonei
to approve the agenda as written. Approval was by consensus.
Planning Commission Minutes
May 15,1997
Page 2
A motion was made by Commissioner SNOW, second by Commissioner BRINKMAN to
approve the Minutes as amended. Approval was met by consensus with two abstentions •
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6. STUDY SESSION ITEM
A. !CaNe No. ZQA-97-1: An application by the City of Wheat Ridge to consider
proposed amendments to the Wheat Ridge Code of Laws, Chapter 26,
Zoning Code, Section 24, Light industrial District Regulations regarding
uses allowed at "Principal Permitted" and "Special Uses", City of Wheat
Ridge, County of Jefferson, State of Colorado.
City Manager Middaugh suggested that each person seated at the table introduce themselves to
others attending the Study Session as well as those in the audience. Discussion was held
regarding this case. Councilperson Dalbec presented the group with a copy of a memorandum
she prepared and a copy of an article regarding truck traffic published May 9, 1997, in the
Denver Post (copies attached for file).
City Manager Middaugh presented a brief overview of the purpose of the meeting and suggested
that the group focus on the perceived problems that need to be solved and reach consensus as to
what should occur. Technical editing will be accomplished by City Administration and the City
Attorney.
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Industrial Zone areas. He advised the group that the City had assumed the "I" zoning from
Jefferson County. A question was posed as to if all of the "I" zoned areas were built. Director
GIDLEY advised that most are but there are • very few parcels that have not been.
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Planning Commission Minutes
May 15, 1997
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Several property owners were in the audience and although this meeting was a Study Session
not a Public Hearing, members of Council and the Planning Commission felt it appropriate to
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May 15, 1997
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L3Qb limnam 8035 Newman Street, Arvada. He owns property on West 52nd Avenue and West
50th Place. His concerns included what to do with his property should it be rezoned and what
will be happening to Ridge Road and the affects this will have on the values of his property.
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to limit the "regular parking or storage" of more than three serni-trucks and
trailers upon a property subject to a Special use Permit. This would not apply to
semi-truck activity making deliveries or pickups. The term "regular" would need
to be defined, such as "for a time span in excess of four hours"'.
Planning Commission Minutes
May 15, 199"7
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a. Amend the C- 1, C-2 and I district regulations to allow (or require) taller
solid walls and fences to screen outside storage areas. Maybe up to ten
feet high.
3. RE: Special Use Permits
b. Amend same to allow for a specific determination at time of approval by
City Council that designates a specific Special Use application as either
"Property Vested" or "Owner/Applicant Vested".
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CASE MANAGER: Meredith Reckert
ACTION REQUESTED: Rezoning from Residential-Two and Commercial-One to Planned Commercial
Development and outline development plan approval.
4AME & ADDRESS OF APPLICANT(S): Louis J. Ficco
11315 W. 38th Avenue
Wheat Ridge
NAME & ADDRESS OF OWNER(S): Dorothy Smith and Lenore Harris
2902 S. Sidney Court
Denver, 80231
APPROXIMATE AREA: 3.0 Acres
SURROUNDING ZONING: N: R-2, C-1; S: C-2, A-1; E: PCD;
(X) COMPREHENSIVE PLAN (X) CASE FILE & PACKET MATERIALS
(X) ZONING ORDINANCE SLIDES
SUBDIVISION REGULATIONS (X) EXHIBITS
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Case No. WZ-97-7/Ficco
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The applicant requests approval of a rezonin I g of property locate at 6225 West 48th Avenue from
Residential-Two ' and Commercial-One to Planned Commercial Development and for approval of an
outline development plan.
11. OUTLINE DEVELOPMENT PLAN
The applicant has submitted an outline development plan only at this time. Should this request •
ment 11an andd # d to b-
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A single access point from West 48th Avenue has been provided. Wheat Ridge Fire District is
comfortable with fire access as shown. There is no direct access to Old Arvada Road. General
develol2ment standards include maximum b tilding covera..... o
building height of 22 and minimum landscaped coverage of 25%. Staff would recommend a note be
placed on the plan disallowing billboards.
Building facade will be masonry block or concrete. Staff recommends brick accent be used on those
building elevations visible from adjacent streets.
All requirements for outline development plan have been met.
In accordance with Wheat Ridge Code of Laws, Sec. 26-6(C.), before a change of zone is approved, the
applicant shall show and Planning Commission shall find:
Staff concluN es that although this is an application for a planned commercial development, many of "I
uses are industrial in nature. Staff has attempted to mitigate potential negative impacts by requiring
performance standards and buffering.
2. That the proposed change of zone is compatible with the surrounding area and there will
be minimal adverse impacts considering the benefits to be derived.
3. That there will be social, recreational, physical and/or economic benefits to the community
derived by the change off zone.
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4. That adequate infrastructure/facilities are available to serve the type of uses allowed by the
change of zone, or that the applicant will upgrade and provide such where they do not exist
or are under capacity.
6. That the property cannot reasonably be developed under the existing zoning conditions.
The property currently has split zoning with C- I on the front (roughly 190'x 130' or 24,700 square feet).
The remaining 2.43 acres is zoned Residential-Two. Based on proximity to the freeway and the fact that
property to the east and west is semi-industrial in nature, Staff concludes that the property cannot be
reasonably developed residentially with the current zoning.
7. That the rezoning will not create an isolated or spot zone district unrelated to adjacent or
nearby areas.
Spot zoning is not an issue as there are other commercially zoned properties to the east and west.
8. That there is a void in an area or community need that the change of zone will fill by
providing for necessary services, products or facilities especially appropriate at the
location, considering available alternatives.
The City's Economic Development Coordinator has indicated that there is a market for this type of
tenant space in Jefferson County.
A meeting for neighborhood input was held on March 13, 1997. Those attending included the
following:
Meredith Reckert (staff)
Lou Ficco, Jr. (Applicant)
Lou Ficco, Sr. (Applicant)
Darlene Jaidinger - 4650 Webster Street
Howard Jaidinger - 6845 West 36A Plagoi
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Case No. WZ-97-7/Ficco
Jack Major - 6285 West 48th Avenue
Jack C. Major - 6285 West 48th Avenue
-Problems with drainage in the area which may get worse because of the increase in impervious area.
The construction of 1-70 created a "dam" forcing water north towards Clear Creek. When there are
heavy rains, the water moves too fast to go into the storm sewer.
-A concern for the existing single family home getting inundated by storm water and losing privacy
because of the grade change between the property and an existing residence which is lower in elevation.
The owners of the adjacent property indicated that they would not like any outside storage behind the
north building.
-What type of businesses would be allowed? Would there be businesses which have impacts such as
vibration, noise?
-What would the buildings look like?
All agencies can provided service to the property with certain improvements.
Wheat Ridge Water District will require a major line extension plus the installation of hydrants,
Wheat Ridge Fire Protection District can serve.
Wheat Ridge Sanitation District will require a line extension at the developer's expense.
Public Works will require a drainage report and a fill permit. They have requested a copy of the title
commitment and asked for verification of ownership on the parcel located between this one and Old
Arvada Road. Escrow will • required in lieu of construction ♦ public improvements along West 48th
Avenue.
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I That performance standards attached as Exhibit 'A' be included under the list of allowed,
uses.
2. A note disallowing billboards be put on the plan.
3. Brick accent be used on those building elevation visible from adjacent streets.
4. On the first page, auto related businesses (left-hand column) should be eliminated.
Option A: I move that Case No. WZ-97-7, a request for approval of a rezoning from Residential-Two
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plan for property located at 6225 West 48th Avenue, be Approved for the following reasons:
I Although some of the uses are semi-industrial in nature, the proposal is consistent with
adjacent zoning and development.,
2. The property cannot be reasonably developed under current zoning.
With the following conditions:
I That performance standards attached as Exhibit 'A' be included under the list of
allowed uses."
Option B: I move that Case No. WZ-97-7, a request for approval of a rezoning from Residential-Two
and Commercial-One to Planned Commercial Development and for approval of an outline development
plan for property located at 6225 West 48th Avenue, be Denied for the following reasons:
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The following are Staff s recommendations for performance standards for the Ficco project
located at 6225 West 48th Avenue. This language needs to be incorporated into the use
Alowances on the outline development plan.
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TOGFTIIER with all and singular the 'hered;tamenta and appurtenances thereto belonging, or ,n an3rwisa
appertaining, and the reversion and reversions, remainder and remainders, r issues and profits thereof; and all
th est right, title, interest, claim and d whatsoever of the said part JuS of the f Part, either it' law
or equity, of, in and to the above bargained premises, with the hereditament$ and Appurtenances.
TO HAVE uNl) TO 11OLD the said premises Aho-te bargained and describes, with the appurtenances, unto the
said part ie$ of the second part, heirs a nd assigns forever, And the said parties of the first part,
for ' them sexes their heirs, executors, and administrators, do covenant grant, bargain, and
agree to snd with the said part Jes of the second part, their heir and assigns, that at the time of the enocl.
we ll s of the promises above conveyed, as of 9 -;ure,
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perfect, absolute and indefeasible estate of Inheritance, in law, In fee simple, And be V^, good right, full power
and lawful authority to grant, bargain, sell and convey the same in manner and form r I afarcaaj4, and that the some
are free and clear from all former And other grants, bargains, sales, lions, t Asse sments And encumbrances of s
whatever kind or nature soavM except the taxes for the year 1971 PI)d subsequent years,
and except for easements, restrictions, reservations and rights-of-WAY, if Any,
d the above bargained pr,rofites in the q4let find ponroftble po#ae#gl*n Of the 0414 Parties of the second part,
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their heirs and assigns against All And every person or parsons 14 c l a imin g Or to claim the whole
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or any Part tLereof, the said parti,13 o f the first part %ball Arid will WARRANT AND FORK -
I' WITNESS WHEREOF, the said parties of the first part have hereunto art their hand
and seal the day and year first above written,
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STATE OF COLORADO
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instrument was acknow'Wged before me thin 1st day of Octuber
D, 0,1r1 < John M. Wit aox3on and Robert W, Wilcoxson, Jr.
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The City of
GWheat ADMINISTRATIVE PROCESS APPLICATION
GRidge Department of Planning and Development
7500 West 29th Ave., Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
Phone (303) 237-6944
Applicant Z ( T
Address -4° AUE Phone
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Owner Z A7 Address + Phone
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Location of request
Type of action requested (check one or more of the actions listed below
which pertain to your request.)
Detailed Description of request
List all persons and companies who hold an interest in the described real
property, as owner, mortgagee, lessee, optionee, etc.
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I certify that the information and exhibits herewith submitted are true and
correct to the best • my knowledge and that in filing this application, I
am acting with the knowledge and consent • those persons listed above,
without whose consent the requested action cannot lawfully be accomplished.
Applicants other than owners must submit power-of-attorney from the owner
which approved of this actionon hiabehalf.
Signature,of Applicant
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ACTION REQUESTED: Rezoning from C-1 to PCD, outline plan approval and final development plan
approval with a variance.
NA11iE & ADDRESS OF APPLICANT(S): Pacifica Holding Company LCe
6350 S. Roslyn St. #240
Englewood, CO 80111
NAME & ADDRESS OF OWNER(S): Pacifica ARKA/Kipling & 1-70 LLC
5350 S. Roslyn St #240
Englewood, CO 80111
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COMPREHENSIVE PLAN FOR THE AREA: Commercial Activity Center - Kipling Activity Center
Master Plan
DATED LEGAL NOTICES SENT: May 22,1997
(X) COMPREHENSIVE PLAN (X) CASE FILE & PACKET MATERIALS
(X) ZONING ORDINANCE (X) SLIDES
SUBDIVISION REGULATIONS EXHIBITS
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development plan with a sign setback variance.
The property in question was recently developed under C- I zoning with four office/showroom/storage
buildings totaling 106,524 square feet. A temporary certificate of occupancy has been issued for the
anchor tenant, a bank, in the southwestern-most structure • the property.
The developer has requested the rezoning to delete currently a] lowed C- 1, uses which are undesirable and
to expand the allowed uses to include some low impact, semi-industrial businesses. The required
platting document was previously approved pursuant to Case No. MS-95-4. This was approved prior to
issuance of a build�ing permit.
A, meeting for neighborhood input was held on February 6, 1997. Those attending include the
following:
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Planning Division Staff Report
Case No. WZ-97-5/Pacifica
dangerous waste products, etc.
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A letter of objection was submitted from one of the property owners on West 49th Avenue which is
included under Exhibit 'A'.
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structure, 15'minimum landscaped coverage and building coverage not to exceed 35% of the site area.
In regard to the minimum front setback from rights-of-way, the outline plan shows this requirement as
being 30'. This figure should be revised to 50'.
Based on residential adjacency on the east, Staff recommends that the plan be revised to allow only C- I
uses with no outside storage in the eastern two buildings.
In accordance with Wheat Ridge Code of Laws, Sec. 26-6(C.), before a change of zone is approved, the
applicant shall show and City Council shall find:
1. That the change of zone is in conformance, or will bring the property into conformance
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with the City of Wheat Ridge Comprehensive Plan goals, objectives and policies,
Comprehensive Land Use plan and other related policies or plans for the area.
2. That the proposed change of zone is compatible with the surrounding area and there will
be minimal adverse impacts considering the benefits to be derived.
3. That there will be social, recreational, physical and/or economic benefits to the community
derived by the change off zone.
There will economic benefits to the community as a result of the rezoning.
4. That adequate infrastructure/facilities are available to serve the type of uses allowed by the
change of zone, or that the applicant will upgrade and provide such where they do not exist
or are under capacity.
All service agencies are currently providing service to the property.
S. That the proposed rezoning will not adversely affect public health, safety or welfare by
creating excessive traffic congestion, create drainage problems, or seriously reduce light
and air to adjacent properties.
The change
• zone will not affect drainage or the amount of light and air to ad acent properties. The
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buildings will remain regardless of zoning on the property. There could be a visual impact if outside
storage is allowed and not adequately screened. Performance standards were required by Staff to
mitigate other potential impacts, particularly to residents to the east. The more intensive uses should be
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allowed only in the western buildings.
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6. That the property cannot reasonably be developed under the existing zoning conditions.
There are a wide variety of uses allowed under the existing C- I zoning, however, the developer will
have more flexibility in placing tenants with the expanded use list.
7. That the rezoning will not create an isolated or spot zone district unrelated to adjacent or
nearby areas.
As there is other commercial zoning in the area, spot zoning is not an issue.
8. That there is a void in an area or community need that the change of zone will fill by
providing for necessary services, products or facilities especially appropriate at the
location, considering available alternatives.
Based on comments from the City's Economic Development Coordinator, there is a void in the market
for this type of leasable space in Jefferson County,
V. FINAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN
A final development plan has been submitted which is consistent with the outline development plan
building parameters and which accurately reflects what has been built with the exception of the fencing
around the proposed outside storage. If outside storage is approved, Staff s recommended wing walls be
shown. Once again, Staff would recommend that outside storage • allowed only behind the western
two buildings.
No information has been provided regarding signage on the property except for the sign at the southwest
comer of the property. The elevation of the sign being proposed is included under Exhibit 'B'. The sigr
is 260 square feet in size and 24'1 " in height. It is being shown as 5' away from the right-of-way lines
which requires a 5' setback variance discussed under Section VI. of this report. Staff is supporting the
variance if this is the only freestanding sign allowed on the property.
All minimum requirements of zoning code have been met. All requirements for a final development
plan have been met.
With this application, the applicant has included a request for a sign setback variance for the project
identification sign.
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Case No. WZ-97-5/Pacifica
30' high sign 5' from the front property line. Pursuant to Section 26-41 O(e)(3) of the Wheat Ridge Code
• Laws, signs over 25in height must have a 30'setback from street right-of-way. This case was heard
and denied by the Board of Adjustment on March 27, 1997.
This original request has been reduced by having the sign lowered to 24- 11 " in height, thereby reducing
the required setback from 3 0' to 10. Therefore, a lesser setback variance of only 5' is needed, rather
than the original 25'. 1
The applicant has submitted justification for the request by comparing the proposal to other similar sized
signs in the area and the setbacks provided for those. Please refer to Exhibit
Staff would note that the-sip was erected wil"0114WUT ag"' LmAm.;Y-46
for development of the property was all-inclusive. The sign currently has a 5' setback from the r-o-w
line and will have to be relocated regardless of the outcome of the case.
Variances must be considered separately from the other cases and requires a greater-than-
majority vote based upon Wheat Ridge Code of Laws Section 2-53(s). and Section 26-6(D)(2).
Staff has the following comments regarding the criteria used to evaluate a variance:
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?
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2. Is the plight of the owner due to unique circumstances?
Because the sign was erected without a permit, Staff concludes that the hardship is self-imposed.
3. If the variation was granted, would it alter the essential character of the locality?
There are many signs in this vicinity of similar size with comparable setbacks. If the variance were
granted it would not alter the character of the area.
4. Would the particular physical surrounding shape or topographical condition of the specific
property involved result in a particular hardship (upon the owner) as distinguished from a
mere inconvenience, if the strict letter of the regulations were carried out?
The site is relatively flat and there is an insufficient grade change between 1-70 and the property to
constitute a hardship. The setback problem occurs because of the Independence/1-70 comer radius
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from both the east and west.
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5. Would the conditions upon which the petition for a variation is based be applicable,
generally, to the other prop" within the same zoning classification?
Yes, however, there are already signs of comparable size and height in the area with similar setbacks.
6. Is the purpose of the variation based exclusively upon a desire to make money out of the
property?
This request is economically motivated. The applicant has chosen the sign location based on the need
for maximum exposure to 1-70.
7. Has the alleged difficulty or hardship been created by any person presently having an
interest in the property? ,
The developer has created his own hardship by erecting the sign without a permit.
8. Would the granting of the variations be detrimental to the public welfare or injurious to
other property or improvements in the neighborhood in which the property is located?
The sign is located outside of the sight distance triangle and does not pose a threat to public welfare.
The proposed location is more aesthetically pleasing than an alternate location which meets the 10'
setback. The applicant could be allowed two freestanding signs on the property as opposed to the single
sign being proposed. For these reasons, Staff concludes that the variance would not be injurious to other
property or improvements in the neighborhood.
9. Would the proposed variation impair the adequate supply of light and air to adjacent
property or substantially increase the congestion in the public streets or increase the
danger of fire or endanger the public safety or substantially diminish or impair property
values within the neighborhood?
the supply of light and air to properties. As noted in #8, there should not be endangerment to the
public's safety or a negative impact to property values in the vicinity.
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Staff has already concluded that granting of the variance would not be detrimental to property,
improvements or real estate values in the neighborhood, nor would it hurt the health, safety and welfare,
It could prove to be an improvement to the neighborhood aesthetically if no other freestanding signs
were allowed on the property. It would not result in an accommodation to a person with disabilities.
Staff concludes that although there are no unique circumstances and the hardship is self-imposed, there
would be no endangerment to the public health, safety and welfare if approved. If the variance is
approved, it may result in a more aesthetically pleasing development. For these reasons, a
recommendation of approval is given with the following conditions:
I . A building permit be applied for and issued prior to the existing sign being moved.
2. Landscaping be installed around the base of the sign,
3. No other freestanding signs be allowed on the property.
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All agencies are currently serving the property.
The Police Department has advised that the use of rocks in the development's landscaping should •
discouraged. Given the amount of glass used in the development, the use of rock could facilitate
vandalism after regular business hours.
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building interior upgrades. Their specific comments have been forwarded to the applicant.
Therefore, a recommendation of approval is given for the outline development plan with the following
conditions;
I In the development standards, the perimeter setback next to right-of-way be
changed to 50'
2. Maximum machine horsepower be limited to 10 and anything above that be
reviewed as a special use.
3. Uses in the eastern buildings be limited to C-1 uses with no outside storage,
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4. Wings walls be extended from the east and west walls of the western building to help
screen outside storage areas.
A recommendation of approval is given for the final development plan with the following conditions:
I Wing walls be extended from the cast and west walls of the western building to help
screen outside storage areas.
2. Outside storage be allowed only behind the western buildings
3. If the variance is approved, the plan be revised accordingly. No other freestanding signs
be allowed on the property.
In regard to the request for variance, Staff has concluded that approval of the reduced request would not
prove a hazard to the public health, safety and welfare, nor would it have a negative impact on property
values. Because the proposed location is more aesthetically pleasing than other locations meeting
setbacks, a recommendation of Approval is given with the following conditions:
I . A building permit be applied for and issued prior to the existing sign being moved.
2. Landscaping
• installed around the base of the sign, and
3. No other freestanding signs be allowed on the property.
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Option A: "I move that Case No. Case No. WZ-97-5, a request for approval of rezoning from
Commercial-One to Planned Commercial Development and for approval of an outline development plan
for property located at 9500 West 49th Avenue, be approved for the following reasons:
rezoning is required to expand allowed uses.
2. As recommended by Staff, it would allow a land use transition,
3. All requirements for a PCD outline development plan have been met.
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Option B: "I move that Case No. Case No. WZ-97-5, a request for approval of rezoning from
Commercial-One to Planned Commercial Development and for approval of an outline development pI11
for property located at 9500 West 49th Avenue, be Denied for the following reasons:
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*Ption A: "I move that the request for approval of a final development plan for property located at 9500
West 49th Avenue, be approved for the following reasons:
recommended by Staff, it would provide a land use transition.
2. All maximum requirements of the zoning code have been met.
3. All requirements for a PCD final development plan have been met.
With the following conditions:
I Wing walls be extended from the east and west walls of the western building to help
screen outside storage areas.
2. Outside storage be allowed only behind the western buildings.
3. If the variance is approved, the plan be revised accordingly. No other freestanding signs
be allowed on the property."
Option B: "I move that Case No. Case No. WZ-97-5, a request for approval of rezoning from
Commercial-One to Planned Commercial Development and for approval of an outline development plan
for property located at 9500 West 49th Avenue, be Denied for the following reasons:
I.
2.
3.
Option A: "I move that the request for a five foot sign setback variance for property located at 9500
West 49th Avenue be approved for the following reasons:
I Approval of the reduced request would not prove a hazard to the public health, safety
welfare.
2. It would not have a negative impact on property values or the public welfare.
3. Proposed location is more aesthetically pleasing than other locations meeting setbacks]
Planning Division Staff Report
Case No, WZ-97-51Pacifica
With the following conditions:
Page I I
1. A building permit be applied for and issued prior to the existing sign being moved.
2. Landscaping • installed around the base of the sign.
3. No other freestanding signs be allowed on the property."
Option B: I move that the request for a five foot sign setback variance for property located at 9500
West 49th Avenue be Denied for the following reasons:
1.
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April 03, 1997
TO: Merideth Rekert
City of Wheat Ridge
7500 W. 20th Ave.
Wheatridge, CO 80215
Re: 70 West Business Park
Monument Sign
FROM: Criss Rusch
We are pleased to furnish you with the following additional information pertinent to the Monument Sign:
+ Maximum sign height - 50'
* Maximum sign size - 600 S.F.
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Sign height -24'-11"
Sign size - 260 S.F.
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Kettlesen
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Lutheran
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Medved
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Morgan
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15'
Texaco
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The (13) business' located in the vicinity have for the most part higher signs with a similar setback to that of which
we are requesting.
1 feel the proposed sign placement is the most accomm ocation. i Iff
parking lot, Locating the sign near the building would be detrimental to the integrity of the usiness Center.
The sign visibility would be virtually eliminated , both to interstate and local traffic.
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At your joint meeting with City Council on May 15th, there was general consensus as follows:
1. RE: Semi-trucks and Trailers
Amend all of the Commercial District Regulations and Industrial (1) Regulations to limit
the "regular parking or storage" of more than three (3) semi-trucks and trailers upon a
property subject to a Special Use Permit. This would not apply to semi-truck activity
making deliveries or pickups. The term "regular" would need to be defined such as "for a
time span in excess of four hours". Council Bill "A" accomplishes this.
2. RE: Outside Storage
A. Amend the C-1, C-2 and I district regulations to allow (or require) taller solid
walls and fences to screen outside storage areas. Maybe up to ten (1, 0) feet high.
Council Bill "B" accomplishes this.
B. Amend the "I" district to require more landscaping. Council Bill "C"
accomplishes this.
3. RE: Special Use Permits
A. Amend Section 26-6 to eliminate the Special Use nonconforming provisions
hence, Section • provisions would apply.
B. Amend same to allow for a specific determination at time • approval by City
Council that designates a specific Special Use application as either "Property
Vested" or "Owner/Applicant Vested".
•
The public hearing on this case was specifically continued from April 3rd to June 5th by motion
allowing for the interim joint study session on May 15. Because the issues have broadened and
have been redirected over the course of discussion of this matter, it was necessary to isolate the
various topics into separate Council Bills so as to comply with the State Constitutional
requirements of single topic legislation.
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INTRODUCED BY COUNCIL MEMBER
Council Bill No.
Ordinance No.
Series of 1997
TITLE: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE WHEAT RIDGE CODE OF LAWS,
CHAPTER 26, ZONING CODE, PERTAINING TO PARKING AND
STORAGE OF TRUCK-TRACTORS AND/OR SEMITRAILERS UPON
PROPERTY LOCATED WITHIN COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL
ZONE DISTRICTS
brE f E I'ff E
COLORADO,THAT:
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In addition, the applicant shall submit a report which addresses the following:
I . Traffic impact to adjacent and surround street systems;
2. Noise generated on the subject site and proposed methods of mitigating its off-site
effects;
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I Air pollution caused by the new development and the relationship with ambient
air pollution in the surrounding area. Proposed methods of controlling or reducing
air pollution that are part of the development concept shall be described; and,
4. Compatibility with adjacent land uses, and proposed methods of assuring
compatibility, such as screening, landscaping, setback of orientation.
(b) When used in subsection (7)(a) above, the following words shall have the following
meaning:
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In addition, the applicant shall submit a report which addresses the following:
(b) When used in subsection (2)(a) above, the following words shall have the following
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3. Any of said vehicles shall be considered commercial when utilized with or as a
part of a commercial venture.
4. "REGULAR PARKING OR STORAGE" MEANS THE PARKING OR
STORAGE OF A TRUCK-TRACTOR OR SEMITRAILER UPON A
PARCEL OF LAND IN EXCESS OF FOUR (4) CONSECUTIVE HOURS.,
Sectign S. Wheat Ridge Code of Laws, Chapter 26, Zoning Code, Section 26-24, Light
Industrial (1), District Regulations, Subsection (C) is hereby amended by the addition of the
following new subsection (6):
Sectign 2. Wheat Ridge Code of Laws, Chapter 26, Zoning Code, Section 26-24 Light Industrial
(1) District Regulations, Subsection (E)(2)(a) and (b) are amended as follows:
16
air pollution that are part of the development concept shall be described; and
4. Compatibility with adjacent land uses and proposed methods of assuring
compatibility, such as screening, landscaping, setback of orientation.
(b) When used in this section, the following words shall have the following meanings:
Sgclign 2, Severa-hility., If any clause, sentence, paragraph, or part of this Zoning Code or the
application thereof to any person or circumstances shall for any reason be adjusted by a court of
competent jurisdiction invalid, such judgment shall not affect application to other persons or
circumstances.
&glign 10. SM12g_r_�e5ai!QnQaMag. If any provision, requirement or standard established by this
Ordinance is found to conflict with similar provisions, requirements • standards found
elsewhere in the Code of Laws of the City of Wheat Ridge, which are in existence as of the date
of adoption of this Ordinance, the provisions, requirements and standards herein shall supersede
and prevail.
Sgdgn 11. This ordinance shall take effect days after final publication.
INTRODUCED, READ, AND ADOPTED on first reading by a vote of - to - on th
- day of , 1997, ordered published in full in a newspaper of general i
circulation in M caring anct consiacration on maj passage set
for , 1997, at 7:00 o'clock pm., in the Council Chambers, 7500 West 29th
Avenue, Wheat Ridge, Colorado.
?WRVM • ISMUM - I
to -1. this day of 1997.
• 11,111 MIIIME� 1997.
EFIMMI
Wanda Sang, City Clerk
I st Publication:
2nd Publication:
Wheat Ridge Transcript
Effective Date:
INTRODUCED BY COUNCIL MEMBER
Council Bill No.
Ordinance No.
Series of 1997
TITLE: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE WHEAT RIDGE CODE OF LAWS,
CHAPTER 26, ZONING CODE, PERTAINING TO OUTSIDE STORAGE
REQUIREMENTS IN COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL ZONE
DISTRICTS
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WHEAT RIDGE,
COLORADO, THAT:
One (C-1) District Regulations Subsection (C)(3)(b), is hereby amended as follows:
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OF SIX (6) FEET IN HEIGHT ARE REQUIRED, THE ZONING
ADMINISTRATOR SHALL EVALUATE POTENTIAL IMPACTS TO
ADJACENT PROPERTIES AND REQUIRE DESIGN MITIGATION TO
LESSON OR ELIMINATE SUCH IMPACTS. Merchandise, material and stock shall
not be stacked to a height greater than the height of the screening fence.
Ordinance No. Page 2
Series of 1997
Section 3. Wheat Ridge Code of Laws, Chapter 26, Zoning Code, Section 26-24, Light Industrial
(1) District Regulations, Subsection (C)(3)(b) is hereby amended as follows:
OF SIX (6) FEET IN HEIGHT ARE REQUIRED, THE ZONING
ADMINISTRATOR SHALL EVALUATE POTENTIAL IMPACTS TO
ADJACENT PROPERTIES AND REQUIRE DESIGN MITIGATION TO
LESSON OR ELIMINATE SUCH IMPACTS. Merchandise, material and stock shall
not be stacked to a height greater than the height of the screening fence.
Sggti-Qu 5. Smr—abi lit y. If any clause, sentence, paragraph, or part of this Zoning Code or the
application thereof to any person or circumstances shall for any reason be adjusted by a court of
competent jurisdiction invalid, such judgment shall not affect application to other persons or
circumstances.
Sgglim, 6, SummioUguog. If any provision, requirement or standard established by this
Ordinance is found to conflict with similar provisions, requirements or standards found
elsewhere in the Code of Laws of the City of Wheat Ridge, which are in existence as of the date
of ado%tion of this Ordinance, the jirovisions. re2tuirements and standards herein shall slAf.ersede
and prevail.
Sg•tigp 6. This ordinance shall take effect _ days after final publication.
INTRODUCED, READ, AND ADOPTED on first reading by a vote of — to on this
day of
• published in full in a newspaper of general
for 1997, at 7:00 o'clock pm., in the Council Chambers, 7500 West 29th
Avenue, Wheat Ridge, Colorado.
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tN -, this _ day of 1997.
SIGNED by the Mayor on this day of 1997.
DAN WILDE, MAYOR
Wanda Sang, City Clerk
I st Publication:
2nd Publication:
Wheat Ridge Transcript
Effective Date:
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TITLE: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE WHEAT RIDGE CODE OF LAWS,
CHAPTER 26, ZONING CODE, PERTAINING TO MAXIMUM LOT
COVERAGE AND MINIMUM LANDSCAPE REQUIREMENTS WITHIN
THE LIGHT INDUSTRIAL (1) ZONE DISTRICTS
1:T7fT YTE - T - CU9f1_UMTJF - THE_CTrT_UF - 1T]ff FTl )KIE
COLORADO, THAT:
Sgdgn 1, Wheat Ridge Code of Laws, Chapter 26, Zoning Code, Section 26-24, Light Industri
District (1), Subsection (11)(3), is hereby amended as follows: i
H.(3) Maximum lot coverage. ?4inety (90) EIGHTY-FIVE (85) percent. (See section 26-5 for
definition.)
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Sg_cfign 4. Srye_La_biJi1y. If any clause, sentence, paragraph, or part of this Zoning Code or the
application thereof to any person or circumstances shall for any reason be adjusted by a court of
competent jurisdiction invalid, such judgment shall not affect application to other persons or
circumstances.
Sgp.lign 5. Smpmgasion Clamae., If any provision, requirement or standard established by this
Ordinance is found to conflict with similar provisions, requirements or standards found
elsewhere in the Code of Laws of the City of Wheat Ridge, which are in existence as of the date
Ordinance No.
Series of 1997 1
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of adoption of this Ordinance, the provisions, requirements and standards herein shall supersede
and prevail.
Sggjiga 6. This ordinance shall take effect days after final publication.
INTRODUCED, READ, AND ADOPTED on first reading by a vote of - to - on this
1997, ordered published in full in a newspaper of general
circulation in the City of Wheat Ridge and Public Hearing and consideration on final passage set
for 1 1997, at 7:00 o'clock p.m., in the Council Chambers, 7500 West 29th
Avenue, Wheat Ridge, Colorado.
READ, ADOPTED AND ORDERED PUBLISHED on second and final reading by a vote of
day of 1997.
SIGNED by the Mayor on this
Wanda Sang, City Clerk
am
NOMMEREMOM
am
I st Publication:
2nd Publication:
Wheat Ridge Transcript
Effective Date:
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INTRODUCED BY COUNCIL MEMBER
Council Bill No.
Lill I Wall A�A F--1V W t1i I kin W
HEW Fj j
ffi IT I "FuFITT
COLORADO, THAT: i
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This section sets forth the procedural and substantive requirements which apply to the various
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ordinances and/or state law, where applicable,
(B) Special Uses: Special uses are discretionary uses which ftre elearly shown to be void or defieie"t,
i ftrett, emd if properly designed, developed, operated and maintained, may be
approved for any specc location within a zone district wherein the special use is enumerated.
There are two categories of special use approval:
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Applicability. The requirements of this subsection shall apply to all uses listed as
"Special Uses" within the provisions set forth for any particular zone district.
(2) Applicationforin and review procedures:
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Ordinance No.
Series of 1997
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(3) Criteriafor review Before a special use is approved, the applicant shall show, and the
planning commission and city council shall find, the proposed special uses:
Ordinance No. Page 4
Series of 1997
In the event of a protest against such special use permit, signed by the owners of twenty
(20) percent or more of the area:
(a) Of those immediately adjacent to the rear or any side of the property, extending
one hundred (100) feet from the property; or
(b) Of those directly opposite across the street from the property, extending one
hundred (100) feet from the street frontage of such opposite property.
(a) Notice of violation following procedures as set forth for nuisances pursuant to
Wheat Ri4 ge Code, Chapter 15.
Ordinance No. Page 5
Series of 1997
Section 3. 5mrabilily., If any clause, sentence, paragraph, or part of this Zoning Code or the
application thereof to any person or circumstances shall for any reason be adjusted by a court of
competent jurisdiction invalid, such judgment shall not affect application to other persons or
circumstances.
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of adoption of this Ordinance, the provisions, requirements and standards herein shall supersede
and prevail.
&ction 5. This ordinance shall take effect days after final publication.
INTRODUCED, READ, AND ADOPTED on first reading • a vote of - to - on this
- day of 1997, ordered published in full in a newspaper of general
circulation in the City of Wheat Ridge and Public Hearing and consideration on final passage set
1997, at 7:00 o'clock p.m., in the Council Chambers, 7500 West 29th
Avenue, Wheat Ridge, Colorado.
READ, ADOPTED AND ORDERED PUBLISHED on second and final reading by a vote of
- to -, this _ day of 1997.
SIGNED by the Mayor on this day of 1 1997.
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WANDA SANG, CITY CLERK
I st Publication:
2nd Publication:
Wheat Ridge Transcript
Effective Date:
7500 WEST 29TH AVENUE
WHEAT RIDGE, CO 80215-6713 (303) 234-5900
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City Admin, Fax # 234-5924 Poke Dept, Fax # 235-2949
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Suggested Motion: I move that Case No. ZOA-97-2, an amendment to Section 26-30(T)(9) of
the Wheat Ridge Code of Laws relating to Commercial Mobile Radio Systems, be recommended
for APPROVAL and forwarded to City Council for first reading,"
4r,p RECYCLED PAPER
CITY OF WHEAT RIDGE, COLORADO
INTRODUCED BY COUNCIL MEMBER
Council Bill No.
Ordinance No.
TITLE: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CODE OF LAWS RELATING TO
COMMERCIAL MOBILE RADIO FACILITIES IN THE CITY OF WHEAT
RIDGE, COLORADO
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WHEAT RIDGE,
COLORADO, ASFOLLOWS:
(9) The construction and use of a CIVIRS facility shall not
cause interference to other adjacent CMRS facilities OR
TO THE WIRELESS COMMUNICATION OPERATIONS OF
THE CITY. The City of Wheat Ridge shall be held
harmless if interference occurs.
Section 3. Severability. If any clause, sentence, paragraph, or part of this Ordinance
or Application thereof to any person or circumstances shall for any reason be judged by a
court of competent jurisdiction invalid, such judgment shall not affect, impair or invalidate the
remainder of this Ordinance or its application to other persons or circumstances.
Section 4. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall take effect immediately Upon adoption,
RE/\D ADOPTED AND ORDERED PUBLISHED on second and final reading by avote
of____to____ this _______ day of ,19 .
SIGNED bv the Mayor onthis day of 19--.
APPROVED AS TO FDHK8 BY CITY
ATTORNEY
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