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HomeMy WebLinkAbout09/04/1997• MINUTES OF MEETING CITY OF WHEAT RIDGE PLANNING COMMISSION September 4, 1997 1. CALL THE MEETING TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order by Chairperson WILLIAMS at 7:30 p.m., on September 4, 1997, in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Building, 7500 West 29th Avenue, Wheat Ridge, Colorado. 2. ROLL CALL: MEMBERS PRESENT: STAFF PRESENT: Thomas Shockley -Absent Harry Williams Nancy Snow Jay Rasplicka Cazl A. Cerveny Anne Brinkman Janice Thompson Meredith, Reckert, Senior Planner Sean McCartney, Planner Jenifer Roche, Assistant Secretary PUBLIC HEARING The following is the official copy of Planning Commission minutes for the Public Hearing of September 4, 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.) Commissioner SNOW motioned, Commissioner THOMPSON seconded to accept the agenda as written. Motion carried 6-0. 5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A motion was made by Commissioner THOMPSON, seconded by Commissioner RASPLICKA to approve the Minutes of August 7, 1997 as amended. • Planning Commission Minutes Page 2A September 4, 1997 1. Page 7, paragraph 2, insert online 6; 2. Page 10, paragraph 3, delete "the interim." A motion was made by Commissioner SNOW , secorded by Commissioner THOMPSON to approve the Minutes of August 14, 1997. A motion was made by Commissioner SNOW, seconded by Commissioner THOMPSON to approve the minutes of August 21 as amended: 1. Page I, section 4, under first motion, insert the correct vote. 2. Page 2, section 7, under paragraph I, redo vocabulary correction by changing "admitted" to "submitted". 3. Page 3, section 7, last motion, delete word and state additional explanation for a lesser r.o.w. than recommeended by staff. 4. Page 4, section 7, paragraph 4, insert a to add "horse power standards in regard to future review of industrial regulations." 5. Page 6, section 11, include horsepower limitations and performance standards under Discussion and Decision Items. • 6. PUBLIC FORUM (This is the time for anyone to speak on any subject not appearing under Item 7 of the Public Heazing section of the agenda.) There was no one present to speak. PUBLIC HEARING 1. ('.ase NO. WV-97-2: An application by Russ aad Jan Anderson for vacation of an existing right-of way, Marshall Street, at approximately 6465 W. 48th Avenue). Mr. McCartney presented an overview of these cases to the Commission. He stated that this is a request by the adjacent owners to for approval of a right-of-way(R.O.W.) vacation for an unused portion of Marshall Street n,nni„g between Interstate 70(south) and West 48th Avenue(north). The property is 6,600 squaze feet and currently zoned Agricultural-One and Commercial-One. The request for vacation of R.O.W. would complete the vacation of a portion of Marshall Street located to the north of Interstate 70 and south of West 48th Avenue. Mr McCartney stated that currently, the R.O.W. is virtually unused, with the exception of three existng billboards. If approved, the proposed vacation will not leave the adjoining land without an established public road as this R.O.W. is not developed and has never had public improvements. Mr. McCartney stated that no property would be land locked if the property is vacated. He stated that approval of the request will not have a negative impact on the infrastructure of the City of Wheat Ridge. Mr. McCartney submitted into the record the subdivision regulations, zoning ordinances, case file and packet • materials, and exhibits. Posting requirements have all been met. Mr. McCartney elaborated on the applications request. In conclusion, Mr. McCartney stated that staff recommends approval. • Planning Commission Minutes September 4, 1997 Commissioner SNOW asked if on the deed was there an alley that was vacated? Mr McCartney directed Commissioner Snow's request to the applicants. Page 3A Commissioner Snow asked why the Planning Commission was not reviewing the variance? Mr. McCartney explained that the Boazd of Adjustment would review and decide on the variance. Commissioner CERVENY asked to abstain from voting on Case No. WV--97-2 due to past business relations. A motion was made by Commissioner SNOW, seconded by Commissioner THOMPSON to allow abstention by Commissioner CERVENY for Case NO. W V-97-2. Motion carried 5-0. Commissioner THOMPSON asked whose liability will the ownership issue fall on. Ms. Reckert stated it would be up to the Wheat Ridge courts and that liability is not an issue. • Chairmen WILLIAMS swore in the following citizens wishing to speak on this case: John Bradley, 4704 Harlan Street, the applicants Attorney addressed the Commission. He said that only positive changes will occur. Upon reseazch, he found that the previous vacation of Illinois Avenue occurred for only the west half. What his clients sees to do is get their half of the original dedication. He stated that once they own the east half of the original R.O.W., they will apply for a billboard variance. He stated that the applicant concurred with all the recommendations and findings of staff. He stated that this pazcel will have no detrimental affects to the City or the Public resources. Commissioner SNOW asked Mr. Bradley if he did additional research on history of the Vacation? Mr.Bradley replied "Yes" but a portion of the deed was unreadable. A motion was made by Commissioner RASPLICKA, seconded by Commissioner SNOW to be approved for the following reasons: 1. The property is and has always been unused for street and access purposes, 2. The request will not hinder the future improvements established on the Wheat Ridge Comprehensive Plan, 3. Staff recommends approval. • • Planning Commission Minutes Page 4A September 4, 1997 With the following conditions; 1. The entire 20' vest with the applicants, 2. A utility easement for Public Service be reserved over the entire 20'. Motion carried 4-1, with Commissioner THOMPSON and Commissioner CERVENY abstained. Commissioner THOMPSON stated her reason for voting "no" is not because she is opposed to the vacation but she feels there is not sufficient evidence to allow the condition which states that the applicant receives all of of the vacated right-of-way(20'). 2. Case NO.ZOA-97-8: An application by the City of Wheat Ridge to consider a proposed amendment to the Wheat Ridge Code of Laws, chapter 26, Zoning Code relating to residential densities, development standards and specifically, PRD site Design criteria. Commissioner BRINKMAN researched the Site Design criteria for PRD with other cities. She stated the reason for that was to help with wording on the Site Design criteria PRD ordinance revision. Commissioner BRINKMAN discussed and explained other Municipality methods for Site Design criteria guidelines. She stated that she would • like to see the PRD Site Design criteria read clearer. Commissioner BRINKMAN continued discussions. Commissioner CERVENY asked if we could postpone decisions on the Site Design criteria? Meredith Reckert replied "No", Ms. Reckert said the decisions and revisions needed to be discussed tonight and ready for City council meeting held on September 8, 1997. Commissioner THOMPSON suggested that the Planning Commission go through the PRD Site Design Criteria section by section. The Planning Commission concurred. A motion was made by Commissioner BRINKMAN, seconded by Commissioner SNO W to add the insertion of "establish quality" to replace the word "sound" on page, section I, line 3 to be approved. Motion carried 6-0. A motion was made by Commissioner SNOW, seconded by Commissioner CERVENY to accept all the changes made by the Comprehensive Plan to be approved. Motion carried 6-0. A motion was made by Commissioner BRINKMAN ,seconded by Commissioner SNOW to accept no revisions to Site Design Criteria, page 1, section 1, to be approved . Motion cazried 6-0. A motion was made by Commissioner THOMPSON, seconded by Commissioner BRINKNIAN to include the word "bicycle" on page section 2, line 11 and line 12 to be approved. Motion carried 6-0. • A motion was made by Commissioner BRINKMAN, seconded by Commissioner SNOW to add the sentence "Preserve drainage ways in as natural state as possible without channelization or engineered . P~~^^+^g Commission Minutes Page SA September 4, 1997 structures or as required by other agencies" on page 3, section 3, bullet 1 to be approved. Motion carried 6- 0. A motion was made by Commissioner SNOW, seconded by Commissioner BRINKMAN to delete the word "screened" on page 2, section 2, line 29 to be approved. Motion carried 6-0. A motion was made by Commission BRBJKMAN, seconded by Commissioner SNOW to add the sentence "Ensure Comparability by the use of adequate setbacks, landscaping, bamers or transition zones, and building height considerations" on page 3, section 3, line 5, bullet 2 to be approved. Motion carried 6-0. A motion was made by Commissioner CERVENY, seconded by Commissioner THOMPSON to delete the sentence "create pocket parks or green spaces that at a minimum provide seating and landscaping" on page 3, section 3, line 12, bullet 5 to be approved. Motion carried 5-1, with Commissioner voting no. A motion was made by Commissioner SNOW, seconded by Commissioner RASPLICKA to add the word "Have" on page 3, section 3, line 14, bullet 6 before Exterior and delete "shall be" to be approved. Motion carried 6-0. A motion was made by Com*n~~~~oner SNOW, seconded by Commissioner RASPLICKA to change word . "Structures" with the Word "planes" on page 3, section 3, line 16, to be approved. Motion carried 6-0. A motion was made by Commissioner BRINKMAN, seconded by Commissioner SNOW for approval to delete "mature and manipulating the land"and to add "adequate vertical and berming", on page 3, section 3, line 17. Motion carried 6-0. A motion was made by Commissioner BRINKMAN, SECONDED by Commissioner SNOW for approval to add " or architectural relief' on page 3, section 3, line 19. Motion carried 6-0 A motion was made by Commissioner by SNOW, seconded by Commissioner THOMPSON for approval to add "for the General Public" on page 3, section 3, line 24 after the word"component". Motion carried 5-1, with Commissioner CERVENY voting no. A motion was made by Commissioner CERVENY, seconded by Commissioner SNOW for approval to delete the word "dense" on page 3, section 3, line Z7. Motion carried 6-0 A motion was made by Commissioner THOMPSON, seconded by BRINKMAN for approval to delete the wording "provide special and visual connections to adjacent properties to prevent the sense of a fully" and to only read "Discourage gated or enclosed communities." on page 3, section 3, line 30. Motion carried 4-2, with Commissioner CERVENY ,and RASPLICKA voting no. • A motion was made by Commissioner BRINKMAN, seconded by Commissioner SNOW for approval to add the sentence as it's own bullet under section 3 "Preserve and enhance panoramic views by considering • Planning Commission Minutes Page 6A September 4, 1997 the relationship of buildings to natural grades and landscaping to frame and enhance view corridors." Mofion carried 6-0. A motion was made by Commissioner BRINKMAN, seconded by Commissioner SNOW for approval of page 4, section 4 to read "Minimize conflict between service vehicles, private automobiles, bicycles and pedestrians within the site." Motion carried 6-0. A motion was made by Commissioner SNOW, seconded by Commissioner BRINKMAN for approval of page 4, section S, line 7, to read "The following design features or use attributes should be considered as conditions of development approval; Motion carried 6-0. A motion was made by Commissioner BRINKMAN, seconded by Commissioner SNOW for approval of page 4, section S, line 11, to read "useable landscaped, open and/or recreational spaces. Motion carried 5-1, with Commissioner CERVENY voting no. A motion was made by Commissioner BRINKMAN, seconded by Commissioner SNOW for approval of page 4, section S, line 17 insert sentence "parking located so as to be aesthetically pleasing and unobtrusive to residents and adjacent properties." Motion carried 6-0 • A motion was made by Commissioner SNOW, seconded by Commissioner BRINKMAN for approval of page 4, section 6, line 20 to read "All streets and pedestrians paths shall provide access to existing or planned thoroughfares with consideration for safety." Motion carried 6-0. A motion was made by Commissioner BRINKMAN, seconded by Commissioner SNOW for approval to add a section 7, line 23, to read "All electric, communication utility lines and services, and all street lighting circuits, except hereinafter provided, shall be installed underground." Motion carried 6-0. A motion was made by Commissioner SNOW, seconded by Commissioner CERVENY for approval of all changes to the PRD Site Design Criteria to continue onwazd to City Council to be approved. A motion carried 6-0. 8. CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING The Public Hearing adjourned at 11:10 p.m. 9. OLD BUSINESS Commissioner SNOW explained the net density definitions to Planning Commission. She stated that the language on net density was different in the Ordinance versus the Comprehensive Plan. • Commissioner CERVENY disputed the PRD definition. Commissioner CERVENY asked if the alleys are included as part of the density? Commissioner SNOW replied, no. Discussions Planning Commission Minutes September 4, 1997 continued on this issue. 10. NEW BUSINESS Page 7A Commissioner SNOW initiated discussions on the possibility of lowering the current requirements of a minimum of one acre for PRD. Commissioner CERVENY stated that to have inexpensive housing, you need inexpensive lots in the PRD zone district. Discussions continued. A motion was made by Commissioner SNOW, seconded by Commissioner THOMPSON for approval to not lower 1-acre minimum. Motion carried 4-2, with Commissioner CERVENY and BRINKMAN voting no. Commissioner BRINKMAN stated the reason for voting no was that by lowering the 1-acre minimum will cause diversity issues to surface. Commissioner CERVENY stated the reason for voting no is that he would like to see reconsideration of the motion. • Ms. Reckert stated at the next session they will have discussions on the Urban Renewal area expansion topic. 11. DISCUSSION AND DECISION ITEMS Commission CERVENY stated he had staff check with the Citys Attorney to see if it would be a conflict of interest for him to be on Planniing Commission should his wife be elected Mayor of Wheat Ridge. Gerald Dahl said that it would not be a problem,however, Commissioner CERVENY has decided should Gretchen Cerveny be elected, he will turn in his resignation and will remain on the Planning Commission until they have found a replacement. 12. COMMITTEE AND DEPARTMENT REPORTS 13. ADJOURNMENT Meeting was adjourned at 1 I:10 p.m. by consensus. • Planning Commission Minutes September 4, 1997 Jenifer The next Planning Commission Meeting will be held 9/18/97. Page 8A ~~ :ant Secretary •