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HomeMy WebLinkAbout02/06/1997• MINUTES OF MEETING CITY OF WHEAT RIDGEPLANNING COMMISSION February 6, 1997 1. CALL THE MEETING TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order by Chairperson WILLIAMS at 7:30 p.m., on February 6, 1997, in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Building, 7500 West 29th Avenue, Wheat Ridge, Colorado. 2. ROLL CALL: MEMBERS PRESENT: STAFF PRESENT: Robert Eckhardt Harry Williams Carolyn Griffith day Rasplicka Cazl A. Cerveny George Langdon Janice Thompson Warren Johnson Glen Gidley, Director Planning & Development Sean McCartney, Planner Marilyn Gunn, Secretary PUBLIC HEARING The following is the official copy of Planning Commission minutes for the Public Hearing of February 6, 1997. A copy of these minutes is retained both in the office of the City Clerk and in the Department of Planning and Development of the City of Wheat Ridge. 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.) Director Gidley added continued review of the 38th Avenue and Kipling area plan, the neighborhood meeting relative to the 38th Avenue and Kipling plans, and Planning Commission By-Laws. These items were added to the agenda under Old Business. Commissioner Eckhardt motioned, Commissioner Johnson seconded to approve the agenda for the meeting of February 6, 1997, as printed with additions. Motion carried 8-0. • Planning Commission Minutes • February 6, 1997 Page 2 5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Commissioner CERVENY motioned, Commissioner RASPLICKA seconded to approve the Minutes of January 16, 1997, with minor corrections. Motion carried S-0 with abstentions of Chairperson WILLIAMS, and Commissioners ECKHARDT and JOHNSON due to absence from this meeting. 6. PUBLIC FORUM (This is the time for anyone to speak on any subject not appearing under Item 7 of the Public Hearing section of the agenda.) No one was present to speak. 7. PUBLIC HEARING Case Nn. W7 97-2c A public hearing will be held to consider rezoning, approval of an outline plan, and final plan and plat for property located at 4951 Miller Street. Director Gidley stated that this case was amulti-part request including a change of zone from . Agricultural-One to Planned lndustrial Development approval and outline plan, final development plan, and a plat at 4951 Miller Street. He presented an overview including slides, overheads, and exhibits to consider for approval of the project. The area is predominately industrial with one parcel zoned Agricultural-One. This area of land and single family home would be annexed into the proposed development and rezoned. He stated that criteria supports the final plan, outline plan, subdivision, and rezoning. The Final Development Plan is in substantial compliance with the planned development regulations. Director Gidley submitted corrections to the Staff Report: Page 2, Item 1, Request, changed buildings 6, 7 and 8 to 4, 5, and 6. The detailed landscaping plan, as well as the elevation and architectural details have not yet been submitted, however, it will be a requirement prior to the case being presented to Clty Council. Director Gidley entered into the record the Comprehensive Plan, Zoning Ordinance, Subdivision Regulations, case file and exhibits. General discussion was held with questions raised concerning backfilling, retaining walls, and ditch relocation. Director Gidley stated that there would be backfilling but did not believe a retaining wall necessary. This particular item will be reviewed with the submittal of the elevation details. With regard to the moving of the ditch, he stated that the ditch company must approve all plans before any modifications to the ditch can be made. In addation the City's engineering division will review the ditch location prior to changes to assure proper drainage. Chairperson WiLLIAMS swore in Heriry Hodge of 99 South Eldridge Way, Golden, Colorado. • Mr. Hodge is an associate of the applicant. He addressed the backfill question posed by Pflanning Commission Minutes February 6, 1997 Page 3 Commissioner RASPLICKA. Lane Engineering has been employed to review the drainage and backfill requirements. The ditch company has also been contacted and has relayed that they are in full favor of the project because with the proposed changes to the ditch, it will provide a more convenient flow. Commissioner RASPLICKA inquired about the need of a retaining wall and Mr. Hodge stated that he did not believe a retaining wall would be necessary, however, there was room for it should it be needed. Chairperson WILLIAMS swore in Joseph Strader, 6998 Hoyt Court, Arvada. He asked if there were any questions he could answer for the Commission. Commissioner THOMPSON asked about saving the larger trees on the site. Mr. Strader stated he believed.that they would be saved no matter what may be in the area such as additional parking or a pond. No fixrther discussion was held. Commissioner LANGDON motioned, Commissioner THOMPSON seconded, "that Case No. WZ-97-2 a request for approval of a rezoning from Agricultural-One to Planned Industrial Development for property located at 4951 Miller Street and for approval of an outline development plan be Approved for the following reasons: • 1. It is required to incorporate 4951 Miller Street into the L&K Industrial Park, 2. The evaluation criteria support approval of the request, 3. All requirements for an outline development plan have been met. With the following conditions: 1. Architectural details and landscape plans will be incorporated 'auto the plan set prior to review of City Council, 2. To retain as many trees as possible." Motion carried 8-0. Commissioner LANGDON motioned, Commissioner JOHNSON seconded, "that the request for approval of a subdivision plat for the L&K Industrial Park and property located at 4951 Miller Street be Approved for the following reasons: 1. It is required to incorporate 4951 Miller Street into the L&K Industrial Park, 2. All requirements of the Subdivision Regulations have been met. Motion carried 8-0. • Commissioner CERVENY motioned, Commissioner RASPLICKA seconded, "that the request Planning Commission Minutes . February 6, 1997 Page 4 for approval of a Final Development Plan for the L&K Industrial Pazk and for property located at 4951 Miller Street be Approved for the following reasons: 1. It is required to incorporate 4951 Miller Street into the L&K Industrial Park, 2. It is consistent with the general design parameters of the underlying outline development plan, 3. All requirements for a PID final development plan have been met, With the following conditions: 1. No parking signs to be installed on major interior drives, 2. Preserve any(all existing trees, 3. Landscaping requirements will be 20%, 4. Building will be similar in design Yo current standazds. 5. Architectural evaluation and landscape plan will be incorporated into the plan prior to review by City Council. Motion carried 8-0. • 8. CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING 9. OLD BUSINESS ~$ ht Avenue and 7{inhr~ Sean McCartney, Planner, presented another set of concepts regazding this area as requested by the Planning Commission. Discussion occurred reviewing the area and plan for the future including landscaping, building options, traffic lights, additional land acquisition, etc.. Commissioner LANGDON inquired if there has been any interest in developing the land as proposed in the concepts by businesses. Director GIDLEY stated that no one has proposed development on the southwest corner, however, there has been interest shown on the northwest corner. Director GIDLEY offered to recontact interested parties to re-evaluate this area to their needs. He inquired of the Commission as to what direction they thought they wanted to go. It was suggested that it be investigated what the need of the area is and perhaps consult the neighborhood by providing various options for their input. Director GIDLEY suggested that a renovation architect be contracted on a consultant basis for additional ideas of renovation as opposed to total scrap-off. Director GIDLEY stated he would prepare a report to City Council requesting approval of budget funds to hire a consultant for this area. Nei¢hborhood Meetine: Director GIDLEY stated that he would try to secure Everett Junior High nn March 25th at 7:11 n.m: for a special neighborhood meeting regarding the issue of a master plan for of the west side of the 38th Avenue and Kipling area. The Planning Department would • provide modified concepts and conceptual designs C and D. General discussion was held Planting Commission Minutes February 6, 1997 Page 5 regarding the impact of new members to be appointed to the Planning Commission and the action plan being discussed. It was decided by consensus to continue with the plan as stated. Planning Commission By-Laws: The Planning Commission decided by consensus that discussion review of the Planning Commission By-Laws be postponed until a later time. No , date was established at this time but will be included on the Agenda for March 6, 1997, Planning Commission meeting. 10. NEW BUSINESS Comnrehensive Plan Review Committee• Commissioner ECKHARDT discussed Comprehensive Plan Review Committee subcommittee which has been working with the Wadsworth Boulevazd Corridor Committee. He stated that the meeting held in Council Chambers was well attended by various interested parties. Many suggestions were received as to how to revitalize Wadsworth including likes, dislikes, changes, etc.. There were a total of four meetings scheduled and the Commissioner invited members of the Planning Commission to attend any or all of them. Cards were mailed to interested parties and area residents and business owners. Copies of the CPRC Minutes will be distributed to City Council and Planning Commission. • 11. DISCUSSYON AND DECISION ITEMS Cancellation of Plannine Commission Meetinv: It was decided by consensus to cancel the Planning Commission meeting of February 20, 1997. This will allow time to focus on the CPRC meetings, the prepazation of new concepts, and will assist staff by allowing time for the office remodel. 12. COMMITTEE AND DEPARTMENT REPORTS 13. ADJOURNMENT Meeting was adjourned at 09:45 p.m. by consensus. i ~_ ~~~ retary Next meeting to be held in the Council Chambers on March 6, 1997. •