HomeMy WebLinkAbout12/02/2004AGENDA
CITY OF WHEAT RIDGE PLANNING COMMISSION
December 2, 2004
Notice is hereby given of a Public Meeting to be held before the City of Wheat Ridge Planning
Commission on December 2, 2004, at 7:00 p.m., in the City Council Chambers of the Municipal
Building, 7500 West 29th Avenue, Wheat Ridge, Colorado.
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
A. Case No. ZOA-03-18: An ordinance amending Chapter 26 oft e: Wheat Ridge Code
of Laws pertaining to signage.
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4. APPROVE ORDER OF AGENDA
It was moved by Commissioner WITT and seconded by Commissioner STEWART to
approve the agenda as presented. The motion passed unanimously.
5. APPROVE MINUTES — November 4, 004
It was moved by Commissioner by
to approve i vember 4, 2004 as presented. The motion 1 with
Commissioner CHILVERS abstaining and Commissioners +
WESLEY absent. I
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There were none present who wished to address the Commission during this portion of the
meeting.
A. Case No. MS-04-05: An application filed by Patrick Hyland for approval of a 4-lot
minor subdivision plat including a 2-foot variance to the 80-foot lot width requirement
for a comer lot in the R-2 zone district, resulting in a lot width of 78 feet on property
zoned Residential Two and Commercial One and located at 10403 West 44 Avenue,
The case was presented by Travis Crane. He entered all pertinent documents into the record
and advised the Commission there was jurisdiction to hear the case. He reviewed the staff
report and digital presentation. Staff recommended approval of the application for reasons
outlined in the staff report.
Patrick Hyland
10403 West 44 Avenue
Mr. Hyland, the applicant, was swom in by Vice Chair McMILLIN. He agreed with the sta
presentation and stated that he planned to work with the surrounding environment to make
minimal impact on 44 Avenue and the surrounding neighborhood. I
Mr. Hyland stated that he planned to separate his property from Mr. Vitali's property with
fencing and he had no problem with using the shared driveway for access to his residence. He
also stated that be would work with subcontractors to make sure they don't interfere with Mr.
Vitali's business during storm drain construction. Vice Chair McMILLIN commented that if
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future development of Mr. Vitali's property causes too much congestion in the driveway, Mr.
Hyland could have another curb cut installed for his property. Mr. Vitali stated that his
concerns were addressed and he felt comfortable with the situation.
It was moved by Commissioner CHILVERS and seconded by Commissioner SCEZNEY
to approve the lot width variance associated with Case No. MS-04-05, a request for
approval of a two-foot lot width variance, for property located at 10403 West 44 Avenue,
for the following reasons:
1. The hardship has not been created by a person having interest in the property.
2. The request will not be detrimental to the public welfare or injurious to properties
in the area.
It was moved by Commissioner SCEZNEY and seconded by Commissioner STEWART
to approve Case No. MS-04-05, a request for approval of a four-lot subdivision plat for
property located at 10403 West 44 Avenue, for the following reasons:
1. All requirements of the Subdivision Regulations have been met.
2. All required utility easements are being provided -
3. Adequate infrastructure will be constructed with the development to serve the
proposed use.
absent.
(Vice Chair McMillin declared a brief recess at 7:38 p.m. The meeting was reconvened at 7:44
P.M)
A. Case No. ZOA-04-04,Outdoor Light Standards Study Session
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Meredith Reckert reported that the sign code would be brought before the next Planning
Commission meeting.
9. NEW BUSINESS
There was no new business to come before the Commission.
10. COMMISSION REPORTS
There were no commission reports.
COMMITTEE AND DEPARTMENT REPORI
There were no committee and departmer
12. ADJOURNMENT
It was moved by Commissioner CHILVERS and seconded by Commissioner STEWAR
to adjourn the meeting at 8:15 p.m. The motion passed unanimously. I
John McMillin, Vice Chair
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City of Wheat Ridge
Community Development Department
POLITICAL SIGNS
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A. Nonconforming signs. The lawful use of a sign existing at the effective date of the
ordinance from which this article is derived maN, be continued, althoua"A4*RL.WA&W •l---I�l-Cll&
to the provisions of this article, subject to the following provisions:
#" A nonconforming sign that is destroyed or damaged more than fifty (50) percent of its
4"#,firkk jjit be recoitstructed excet)t in accordance with the Provisions of
this article; nowever, any sign oestroyelioruamagecito
original state within six (6) months or# in conformance with this
article.
Normal maintenance ... ........
-'hich does not require modification of the supports or
members shall be permitted.
In order to provide an incentive for removal of nonconforming signs, permit fees and
city use tax will be waived where a nonconforming sign is removed and replaced by a sign
conforming with these regulations.
Staff's recommended changes include the deletion of Section A.2. and Section B. The elimination
of these sections would allow non-conforming signs to remain after a business has moved or been
discontinued. Under current code, if a business is closed which had a nonconforming sign, the sign
must be removed within
•0 days.
Most other cities require the removal of nonconforming signs when a business or use is
discontinued. The timefrarnes vary from 30 days to 90 days. Staff's recommendation to remoNI
Sections A.2 and B. would be inconsistent with the practices of area municipalities.
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I Rebuilding, enlargement, relocation, extension, replacement or reconstruction of a
nonconforming sign is not permitted unless such sign is brought into conformance with this article.
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Pennants, streamers and similar devices: Pennants, streamers and similar devices were originally
in the same category as balloons. Pennants and balloons have now been separated into two
categories. Pennants and streamers are allowed for up to 30 days per year. Pennants cannot be
attached to utility poles or public sips. Permits'are required.
Comments made at the October 7 meeting regarding these categories included a size limitations f]
balloons, a limit on the size and number of streamers and pennants and number and size limits for
flags. Staff s research has revealed that there is no "across the board" standard for any of these si
components.
The existing sign code does not permit off-premises signs with the exception of billboards, signage
incorporated into bus shelters and bus benches and public signs. All of these categories of "signage"
are dealt with separately by their individual sections of the sign code. Staff is suggesting no changes
to the existing regulations for off-premises signs.
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1. Permitted only on commercial or industrial zoned property;
2. Freestanding types of signs only;
3. Maximum size: 50 square feet;
4. Maximum height: Twenty-five (25) feet;
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5. An off-premises sign counted toward the allowed number of freestanding signs for
the property where the sign is located; and,
6. Maximum number of off-premises signs for any one activity equals two (2).
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elsewhere, Lot 7 can be developed in accordance with applicable zoning regulations."
The motion passed 8-0.
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when placing signs at signalized intersections.
Durin�e. discussion of banner remUatioL& Commissioner WMILLIN
surprised there have been no comments from the business community regarding limitation •
banners.
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10, COMMISSION REPORTS
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It was moved by Commissioner CHILVERS and seconded by Commissioner STEWART
to adjourn the meeting at 10:02 pm. The motion passed unanimously.
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