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HomeMy WebLinkAbout02/07/13City of A h6 'W at '��idge AGENDA February 7, 2013 Notice is hereby given of a Public Meeting to be held before the City of Wheat Ridge Planning Commission on February 7, 2013 at 7:00 p.m., in the City Council Chambers of the Municipal Building, 7500 West 29th Avenue, Wheat Ridge, Colorado. Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to participate in all public meetings sponsored by the City of neat Ridge, Call Heather Geyer, Public Information Qffitcer at 303-235-2826 at least one week in advance of a meeting if you are interested in participating and need inclusion assistance, 4. APPROVE THE ORDER OF THE AGENDA (Items of new and old business may be recommended for placement on the agenda.) 6. PUBLIC FORUM (1rhis is the time for any person to speak on any subject not appearing on the agenda. Public comments may be limited to 3 minutes.) A. Case No. WZ-12-11: An application filed by James Frisk for approval of a zone change from Agricultural-Two (A-2) to Mixed Use Neighborhood (MU-N) for the property located at 12390 W. 44' Ave. WAM *33 to] pil 11111g 111111 11�11111 pill 11 1 1111 z3MW2=i11 1 6MEOM �_� 1111010 t0d 11 Im The meeting was called to order by Chair TIMMS Chambers of the Municipal Building, 7500 West Commission Members Present: in the City Council Wheat Ridge, Colorado. Lauren Mi lak, Planner I Meredith Reckert, Senior Planner §,"'ally Payne, Senior Planner &horah 11'.1aker. 1 2.eco 0 11 a 31 L . " I =,- agenda. Motion carried 6-0. —November 1, 2012 PUBLIC FORUM (This is the time for any person to speak on any subject not appearing on the agenda.) No one wished to speak at this time. Planning Commission Minutes December 6, 2012 CALL THE MEETING TO ORDER A. ' Case No. WZ-12-10: An application filed by Arturo Fernandez for approval of a zone change from Restricted Commercial (RC) to Mixed Use Neighborhood (MU-N) for the property located at 4335 Harlan Street. Commissioner OHM asked if under I provide a I 0-foot wide buffer on th residentially zoned. Ms. Mikulak reel new developments, and if there were foot wide setback would apply. I W"N zoning t' licant be required to side of the prope hick is adjacent to that development st s only apply to new de v on Ampment on N rc perty, the 10 Commissioner OHM stated'i aisle on the south side of the the current current stagy for a driV Ad need to N likely EDP OHM" td e'stion, Ms. the narrow 8.9 foot wide drive �pfirmed that it is substandard to 6edeveloDed in the future confirmed that this would *ferral and a negative response was not had been problems in the past they would W1 The applicant stated that the carport is on the property line, but he worked it out with the neighbors. He explained that the narrow drive is not an issue since he does not intend to use it regularly. He intends to maintain the property, upgrade it, and keep it nicely landscaped. Chair TIMMS opened the public hearing. John Lang 4375 Harlan St., Wheat Ridge, CO Planning Commission Minutes - 2 — December 6, 2012 Mr. Lang stated that his only objection is that the backyard was paved by the previous owner and when it rains his property gets the excess water runoff, He would like to see some kind of drainage system put in to take care of the water problem. In response to Commissioner BRINKMAN's question, Ms. Mikulak replied that Mr. Lang resides in the single family home to the north. Chair TIMMS closed the public hearing. # e e Ron Ireti"IlUbt IMF aje Vrtfvl_ WMI WO e a d Use-Neighborhood, for ,i2roj2eily located at 4335 Harlan St e e g reasons: 1. The proposed zone change will not adverset"I'll", act the public health, safety, or welfare. 2. The proposed zone change Is consistent with the objectives of the City's Comprehensive Plan. 3. The proposed zope change is compatible with the s g area. Commissioner BRINKMAN c(`M""#i mandate to address Mr. Lang'srr a part of this case since lie is not ci recommended that e 6 r with the would be w11.,tta d 0. Motion carried lvla; AA "'A f Of 4S at th sc ti B. No. W P the Planning Commission does not have a water runoff from the applicant's property as ly,ucture or doing any redevelopment. She A — §,; d see if there is some mitigation be , wrier 4.111 for first reading on January 14, ion adopting an addendum "3-Mile Plan," to the ve Plan. This case was pftnted byA,,"- 11 y Payne, Senior Planner. The state statutes require that the Three•Mile Plan nually. The Planning Commission is being asked to adopt the Three-Mile Plan as M ment to the Wheat Ridge Comprehensive Plan. dif The Plan need to incorporate any newly annexed land, City boundary changes, or recent revisions to the City's Comprehensive Plan. Since the adoption of the last Three-Mile Plan in 2011, the City disconnected a parcel of land between Independence Street and Garrison Street at 50 Avenue to be annexed into the City of Arvada. It was moved by Commissioner WEAVER and seconded by Commissioner DURAN tir, adopt the 2012 Three-Mile Plan as an addendum to the City's Comprehensive Plan. Motion carried 6-0. Planning Commission Minutes -3— December 6, 2012 Ms. Mikulak said the December 28, 2012 Planning Commission meeting is cancelled. The tree lighting ceremony on Sunday on W. 38"' Avenue was very successful. About 1500 people attended and lots of positive feedback was received. 13 1410 tw I M Wee W "Oon carried 6-0. OM= , Recording Secretary Planning Commission Minutes - 4 — December 6, 2012 Steve Timms, Chair Deborah Bal �►i, City of " `J`I heat Ijdg� MUNITY DEVELOPMENT CITY OF WHEAT RIDGE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT STAFF REPORT TO: Planning Commission CASE MANAGER: Meredith Reckert DATE OF MEETING: February 7, 2013 CASE NO. & NAME: WZ- 12- 1 1/Frisk ACTION REQUESTED: Approval of a zone change from Agricultural -Two (A -2) to Mixed Use - Neighborhood (MU -N) LOCATION OF REQUEST: 12390 W. 44th Avenue APPLICANT(S): Janell and James Frisk PROPERTY OWNER(S): Same APPROXIMATE AREA: 15,000 Square Feet (.34 Acres) PRESENT ZONING: Agricultural -Two (A -2) PRESENT LAND USE: Single family residence/home occupation COMPREHENSIVE PLAN: Neighborhood Commercial Corridor / Neighborhood Buffer ENTER INTO RECORD: (X) CASE FILE & PACKET MATERIALS (X) COMPREHENSIVE PLAN (X) ZONING ORDINANCE (X) DIGITAL PRESENTATION LOCATION MAP SITE Case No. W7- -12 -11 1Frisk All notification and posting requirements have been met; therefore, there is jurisdiction to hear this case. I. REQUEST Case No. WZ -12 -11 is an application by James and Janell Frisk requesting approval of a zone change from Agricultural -Two (A -2) to Mixed Use - Neighborhood (MU -N) for property located at 12390 W. 44 Avenue. (Exhibit 1, Letter of request) The zone change is the first step in the process for approval of mixed use development on this site. If approved, and prior to any construction, a site plan review will be required to confirm that proposed development meets the standards of the mixed use zone district. The proposed rezoning area includes one parcel, the total area of which is approximately .34 acres. (Exhibit 2, Aerial) II. EXISTING CONDITIONS /PROPERTY HISTORY Surrounding Zoning and Land Use The property is located in the northwest quadrant of the City of Wheat Ridge. The property is zoned Agricultural -Two (A -2), and is surrounded by a variety of land uses and zoning designations that reflect the residential roots and commercial transitions within the area. To the west and south are other properties zoned A -2 with single - family homes. To the east is a fueling station and convenience store zoned Commercial -One (C -1). To the northwest across W. 44 Avenue are properties zoned C -1 including sales lots for trailers and RVs. On the northeast corner of W. 44 Avenue and Ward Road is Long Shots Bar & Grill which the applicant also owns. (Exhibit 3, zoning map) Subject Property Based on Jefferson County Assessor records, the property owned by the applicant is nearly 15,000 square feet (0.34 acres) in size. The property is regular in shape and includes a one -story 1,000- square foot residence that was originally built in 1946. In the last several years the property was partially converted to accommodate a home occupation. This conversion work included installation of an accessible bathroom and wheel chair ramp. The majority of the front yard was paved and striped to provide parking. The rear of the property is unimproved. An existing access easement running across the western portion of the property provides access to a residence located south of the subject property. A curb cut providing access into the site is located in the northwest corner of the property and aligns with the intersection of Ward Road and W. 44 Avenue. (Exhibit 4, Site photos) III. PROPOSED ZONING The applicant is requesting the property be rezoned to Mixed Use - Neighborhood (MU -N), a zone district that is generally located along neighborhood main streets and at neighborhood commercial centers. The zone district is established to encourage medium density mixed use development in which residential uses are permitted, in addition to a limited range of neighborhood - serving commercial and retail uses. Under the current A -2 zoning, permitted uses include single family homes and some agricultural functions. Under the proposed zoning, a single family home would still be a permitted use, but the Case No. W7- -12 -11 /frisk MU -N zoning expands land use options to include live /work scenarios or neighborhood - serving commercial uses. The following table compares the proposed and existing standards that apply to the subject property. In general, the MU -N district is expected to make use of the subject property more flexible by allowing for a wider range of uses. The MU -N zone district also has enhanced architectural controls to ensure compatibility with the variety of surrounding land uses, if redeveloped. Uses Allows new residential, commercial, Allows single - family residential and or mixed uses — many uses limited by urban gardens; special uses include small size of the lot day care centers, churches, group homes, kennels Architectural High quality architecture required; No architectural standards for single - Standards standards related to articulation, family homes; metal buildings variation, materials, transparency permitted for accessory structures Building Height 35 feet if building has residential use 35 feet (max) 50 feet for all other buildings Build -to / Setbacks Front 0 — 12 foot build -to area 30 feet Rear setback 5 feet 15 feet Side setback, east * 0 feet 15 feet Side setback, west 1 -2 story = 10 feet 15 feet 3 story= 15 feet 4 story or more = 20 feet Lot Coverage (max) 90% for mixed use 25% 85% for single use Landscape / Open 10% for mixed use 25% Space (min) 15% for single use Given the proximity of two single - family homes to the south and the west side of the subject site, it should be noted that the MU -N zone district includes standards which offset the potential impacts of new commercial development and taller buildings. To protect the existing residential properties, the following regulations apply to all new MU -N development adjacent to single -or two- family homes: • Screening is required wherever a parking lot abuts a residential use, including a 6 -foot landscape buffer and a 6 -foot fence, wall, or hedge. • A landscape buffer is required wherever a building abuts a residential use. This includes a minimum 10 -foot wide landscape buffer for 1- to 2 -story buildings, 15 feet for 3 -story buildings, and 20 feet for a 4 -story building. Case No. WZ -12 -11 /Frisk • In addition to a landscape buffer, buildings over 2 stories must provide a 5 -foot step back for each additional upper floor. • Any portion of a building within 100 feet of a residential use may not be taller than 4 stories. At this point, the property owners do not intend on expanding the building or redeveloping the site. The small lot size limits total redevelopment of the property and what could be built. IV. ZONE CHANGE CRITERIA Staff has provided an analysis of the zone change criteria outlined in section 26- 122.E. The Planning Commission shall base its recommendation in consideration of the extent to which the following criteria have been met: 1. The change of zone promotes the health, safety, and general welfare of the community and will not result in a significant adverse effect on the surrounding area. The change of zone will not result in a significant adverse effect on the surrounding area. While the new zoning would allow for residential, commercial and mixed uses on the lot, any proposed new development will require site plan review through which traffic impacts, drainage, and buffering will be analyzed. Redevelopment proposals will be required to meet stormwater drainage and water quality requirements in order to be approved. The MU -N zoning is expected to add value to the subject property and also to the surrounding community. The mixed use development standards will support compatibility between future development and existing land uses. There are no architectural standards under the current A -2 zoning, so the enhanced design controls in the MU -N code are expected to benefit the character of the area. If rezoned, the property may provide a revenue source for the City due to sales tax collected. Staff concludes that this criterion has been met. 2. Adequate infrastructure /facilities are available to serve the types of uses allowed by the change of zone, or the applicant will upgrade and provide such where they do not exist or are under capacity. Although no specific building expansions are proposed at this time, prior to any future development, a site plan review application will be required. This application will include a referral to all impacted utility agencies. In the event that current capacity is not adequate, the property owner /developer will be responsible for utility upgrades. There is minimal landscaping on the property. If the zone change is approved, 15% landscaped coverage will be required improving the aesthetics of the neighborhood. Staff concludes that this criterion has been met. 3. The Planning Commission shall also find that at least one (1) of the following conditions exists: Case No. W7-12 -11 /Frisk 4 a. The change of zone is in conformance, or will bring the property into conformance, with the City of Wheat Ridge comprehensive plan goals, objectives and policies, and other related policies or plans for the area. The proposed zoning is consistent with the policies and goals in the 1- 70/Kipling Corridors Urban Renewal Plan and the City's comprehensive plan Envision Wheat Ridge. Both plans were adopted in 2009 and both recognize the need to improve underutilized properties through investment. Because the MU -N zoning will allow for a wider range of uses on the property, the zone change is expected to encourage investment in the area, as well as revenues to the city. The Structure Plan map in Envision Wheat Ridge illustrates the community's vision by classifying different types of areas and corridors. It is not a parcel -based land use map, and therefore does not show all existing and proposed land uses. In the Structure Plan, W. 44th Avenue is shown as being a "neighborhood buffer" on a "neighborhood commercial corridor ". The comprehensive plan calls for an improved mix of land uses in the transitional areas between the City's high intensity commercial corridors and lower density residential neighborhoods. The subject property is ideally situated to serve as a transitional site or neighborhood buffer between the homes south and southeast of the site and the commercial businesses along 44 Avenue. In the urban renewal plan, the property is located on the edge of an area designated as a Community Commercial node which extends to the east and northeast. Staff concludes that this criterion has been met. b. The existing zone classification currently recorded on the official zoning maps of the City of Wheat Ridge is in error. Staff has not found any evidence of an error with the current Agricultural -Two (A -2) zoning designation as it appears on the City's zoning maps. Staff concludes that this criterion is not applicable. c. A change of character in the area has occurred or is occurring to such a degree that it is in the public interest to encourage redevelopment of the area or to recognize the changing character of the area. With the proximity to the 44 intersection and 1 -70, Staff questions the desirability of continued use of the property for single family residential living. Ward Road just north of 40 Avenue carries over 22,000 vehicles per day (2006 count) and counts on 40 Avenue average 15,400 vehicle trips to the west of the site and about 9,000 daily trips to the east. There are other vacant single family homes with A -2 zoning on 44 further to the west which have been for sale for quite some time. No viable residential offers have occurred on these properties. A zone change on this property may encourage similar applications in the area. By Case No. WZ -12 -11 /Frisk allowing residential and /or limited commercial uses, the proposed zone change is consistent with the changing character of the area. Staff concludes that this criterion has been met. d. The proposed rezoning is necessary in order to provide for a community need that „vas not anticipated at the time of the adoption of the City of Wheat Ridge comprehensive plan. The proposed rezoning does not relate to an unanticipated need. Staff concludes that this criterion is not applicable. V. NEIGHBORHOOD MEETING Prior to submittal of an application for a zone change, the applicant was required to hold a neighborhood input meeting in accordance with the requirements of section 26 -109. A meeting for neighborhood input was held on December 5, 2012. Four people from the neighborhood were in attendance (Exhibit S, Neighborhood Meeting Notes and Sign -Up Sheet). VI. AGENCY REFERRAL All affected service agencies were contacted regarding the ability to serve the property. Referral responses follow in regards to the zone change. Another referral process will occur in the future if and when a redevelopment scenario is proposed. Arvada Fire Protection District: No concerns. Further review will be required if the property redevelops in the future. Xcel Energy: No concerns. Valley Water District: Has no concerns about the proposal. Wheat Ridge Public Works: There are no concerns with the zone change; traffic and drainage impacts will be reviewed with future redevelopment. Wheat Ridge Economic Development: Supports the request. VII. STAFF CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATION Staff concludes that the proposed zone change is consistent with Envision Wheat Ridge and the 1- 701Kipling Corridors Urban Renewal Plan. Staff concludes that the zone change will be compatible with the surrounding area and serve as a neighborhood buffer. Staff further concludes that the property is underutilized and increasing the potential land use options through a zone change to MU -N will be a benefit for the city and may serve as a catalyst for other similar requests in the area. Finally, staff concludes that the proposed zone change will not adversely affect public health, safety, or welfare. Case No. W7-12 -11 /Frisk Because the zone change evaluation criteria support the zone change request, staff is recommending approval for Case No. WZ- 12 -11. VIII. SUGGESTED MOTIONS Option A• "I move to recommend APPROVAL of Case No. WZ- 12 -11, a request for approval of a zone change from Agricultural -Two to Mixed Use - Neighborhood, for property located at 12390 W. 44` Avenue, for the following reasons: 1. The proposed zone change is consistent with the goals and objectives of the Comprehensive Plan and the 1- 70 /Kipling Corridor Urban Renewal Plan. 2. The proposed zone change is compatible with the surrounding area and will serve as a neighborhood buffer between existing commercial and residential uses to the south and southeast. 3. The proposed zone change will not adversely impact the public health, safety, or welfare. 4. The subject property is currently underutilized, and a zone change will increase the permitted uses of the site." Option B: "I move to recommend DENIAL of Case No. WZ- 12 -11, a request for approval of a zone change from Agricultural - Two to Mixed Use - Neighborhood, for property located at 12390 W. 44th Avenue, for the following reasons: 1. 2. 3. Case No. WZ -12 -11 /Frisk 7 EXHIBIT 1: LETTER OF REQUEST November 16, 2012 This letter is to serve as a request to consider a zone change for property address 12390 West 44`" Avenue from A2 to MU -N. This request is based on the need to operate a small business on the property. The property is currently surrounded by commercial and residential real estate. A2 zoning is no longer adequate for this property since we do not have a need for anything that the Agricultural zoning allows for. MU -N zoning would be more appropriate for the demographics of the area and would allow either residential or a small business at this location. As the owner of this property I have had a large amount of potential small businesses interested in leasing the building. These businesses would be beneficial to the city of Wheat Ridge and would also be beneficial to the neighborhood. Unfortunately these opportunities have been passed by due to the current zoning of the property. The property has been updated to meet the requirements relating to ADA as well as the requirements of the City of Wheat Ridge. A COA was granted based on the requirements set forth by the city and has operated as a home based business. The property is easily accessible from both 44" Avenue as well as Ward Road. The impact to traffic in the area would be very minimal if any at all. This rezoning request would not cause the need for any additional services from any branch of public utilities. Thank you for your consideration. Please let me know if you have any additional questions. Sincerely, James Frisk Case No. 1 -12 -11 /Frisk 8 EXHIBIT 2: AERIAL IMAGE Case No. WZ -12 -11 /Frisk EXHIBIT 3: ZONING MAP SITE i 4 I r �- t• 1 " 44 TM 'A'J E s]Y. T � C -1 o a t t' A Case No. WZ -12 -11 /Frisk I lip, w 1 I lip, Access easement along western property line for house to the south Case No. WZ -12 -11 1Frisk 12 View east along 44` Avenue frontage View west along 44` Avenue Case No. WZ -11 -11 /Frisk 13 View north from property towards Ward Road /44` Avenue intersection EXHIBIT 5: NEIGHBORHOOD MEETING NOTES NEIGHBORHOOD MEETING NOTES Date: City Staff Present Location of meeting: Property location: Property m%ner: Property Owner(s) present? Existing Zoning: Comprehensive Plan Designation: December 5, 2012 Meredith Reckert, Senior Planner Wheat Ridge Municipal Building Second Floor Conference Room 7500 W. 29' Avenue Wheat Ridge, CO 80033 12390 W. 44` Avenue James Frisk, Property Owner 12390 W. 44 Avenue 303 -513 -7051 denved fna.comcast. net Yes Agriculture — Two, A -2 Neighborhood Commercial Corridor / Neighborhood Buffer Members of the public present: There were four area residents and/or property owners in attendance. An anonymous email was submitted in support of the request. See attached sign- up sheet. Applicant's Proposal: The applicant, James Frisk, is proposing to rezone the property to a mixed use zone district to provide the option for a commercial tenant. Existing Conditions: The property is located at 12390 W. 40 Avenue in the northwest quadrant of the City of Wheat Ridge. The property is zoned Agricultural -Two (A -2), and is surrounded by a variety of land uses and zoning designations that reflect the residential roots and commercial transitions within the area. To the west and south are other properties zoned A -2 with single - family homes. To the east is a fueling station and convenience store zoned Commercial -One (C -1). To the northwest across W. 44` Avenue are properties zoned C -I including sales lots for trailers and RVs. On the northeast corner of W. 44` Avenue and Ward Road is Long Shots Bar & Grill which the applicant also owns. Based on Jefferson County Assessor records, the property owned by the applicant is nearly 15,000 square feet (0.34 acres). The property includes a one -story 1,000- square foot residence that was originally built in 1946. In the last several years the property was partially converted to accommodate a home occupation. This conversion work included installation of an accessible bathroom and wheel chair ramp. The majority of the front yard was paved and striped to provide parking. The rear of the property is unimproved. ww w.d.w heal ridge.coms Case No. W7-12 -11 /Frisk 14 A curb cut providing access into the site is located in the northwest corner of the property and aligns with the intersection of Ward Road and W. 44` Avenue. The following issues were discussed: Why does the property owner want to rezone? The current zoning on the property is A -2 which allows only a single family residence and some limiied uses. A business is only allowed as a home occupation ancillary to a single family home. The zone change to MU -N will allow commercial uses. What types of commercial uses could work on the property? The property and the structure are rather small which t+-ould prohibit many of the allowed commercial uses which could operate under the existing site conditions —for example, there is not ample area to construct a fast, food restaurant, a large format grocery store or a gas station. The types of tenants appropriate for the existing site conditions would be an insurance office. a hair salon or a small antique store. If the zoning is approved, the proposed tenant would be a retail, consignment store. Are any changes proposed for the property? The owner has already invested •$60,000 in improving the structure and site and no immediate site or building changes are proposed. * * While not. mentioned, the proper(v will require 15% landscaped coverage pursuant to the AIU- Nzoning requirente nt. The residents to the south get access to their home from 44 Avenue across the western portion of the property where there is a dedicated access easement. They expressed concern that this access may get blocked by business patron parking. Mr. Frisk said that he would work with them to install signage and /or pavement striping to indicate that this access must be kept clear of vehicles. What will be the effect on property values in this area if the property is rezoned? The Citv does not collect property taxes — this is done by Jefrerson County. Typically. commercial properties are assessed as having more value than agricultural properties. It was suggested that the County Assessor be contacted to discuss property tax implications. Is it possible to restrict drive - through uses on the property? Sta(f is not in favor• of restricting uses normally allowed in a zone district. The attendees were encouraged to attend the upcoming public bearings to voice their concerns. Case No. 97- 12-1 IlFrisk 15 CY) U1 .06 W N Z c r- 'w iml � N O c 1� N cfl 0 n� 0 CD 0 O 3 CD D CD a N I< o to 0 -, m c CL, c m N W (D o 0 - a Dc M N c c Z cQ' Q 0 O 0 CL z° cQ 0 � �3 cr O m =r U. o� O N a m N M i to Case No. WZ -I2 -11 1Frisk 16 T q' o c P D a m m � m z re � N cfl 0 n� 0 CD 0 O 3 CD D CD a N I< o to 0 -, m c CL, c m N W (D o 0 - a Dc M N c c Z cQ' Q 0 O 0 CL z° cQ 0 � �3 cr O m =r U. o� O N a m N M i to Case No. WZ -I2 -11 1Frisk 16 I I I The purpose of this memo is to provide an update to Planning Commission regarding proposed zoning code amendments. This memo is structured as follows: • Background • Proposed Short Tenn Amendments • Proposed Longer Term Amendments In response to NRS recommendations, the comprehensive plan—Envision 11 Ridg!e—vas updated in 2009, and the City engaged in an aggressive update, of land use regulations. Staff and stakeholders classified proposed code amendments by level of priority, and multiple code amendments have been implemented over the last several years to promote the achievement of NRS and comprehensive plan goals. Proposed Short Term Amendments (2013) Sign Code Issue: The sign code (Article V11 of Chapter 26) has not kept up with changes in the sign industry and advancements in sign technology. In particular, regulations do not adequately differentiate between various types of changeable copy, digital, and electronic signs. • Discuss a strategy for public input for the amendment process, which could include the Ridge at 38 Leadership Committee, the business community, local sign professionals, and the City's Community Services Team. • Any proposed code amendment should be coordinated with City Council's strategic goals related to commercial property maintenance. This could include consideration of reducing the maximum size of signs allowed and stricter standards for phasing out nonconforming signs. Some of these issues may not be supported by certain stakeholders. Proposed Longer Term Amendments (2013/2014) Accessory Dwelling Units Issue: Accessory dwelling units (ADUs) are generally smaller, self-contained residential units built on the same lot as an existing single family home. Common ADUs take the form of carriage house apartments, mother-in-law suites, or units above a large detached garage. • Any proposed code amendment should be coordinated with the recommendations of Housing and Aging Task Force and Housing Diversification Strategy. Exterior Lighting Standards Issue: The zoning code (Section 26-503) states that light emitted from exterior fixtures should fall within property boundaries. It may be helpful to set specific maximum levels (in foot-candle units) based on adjacent land uses. Quantitative standards will enable better review of photometric plans and better enforcement by the Community Services Team. CYI'TAfF WHEXI PLAI -e-ONIMISION RESOLUTION NO. 01 Series of 2013 1 11,10161 01. 1 4 bill Itin 9 11 1 WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Wheat Ridge, Colorado, deems it in the public interest to provide full and timely notice of all of its meetings; and WHEREAS, the Colorado state legislature amended the Colorado Open Meetings Laws, Section 24-6-401, et seq., C.R.S. to require all "local public bodies" subject to the requirements of the law to annually designate at the local public body's first regular meeting of each calendar year, the place for posting notices of public hearings no less than twenty-four hours prior to the holding of the meeting; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Planning Commission of the City of Wheat Ridge, Colorado, that: DONE AND RESOLVED THIS - day of 2013. Chair, Planning Commission Secretary to the Planning Commission cApJanning\fonn.-,\rescc