HomeMy WebLinkAboutWA-17-03F City of
Wheat R
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
City of Wheat Ridge Municipal Building 7500 W. 29t1 Ave.
October 2, 2017
Robert and Margaret Escamilla
3867 Balsam Street
Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
Dear Mr. & Mrs. Escamilla:
Wheat Ridge, CO 80033-8001 P: 303.235.2846 F: 303.235.2857
This letter is in regard to your request for approval of an extension of the variance granted
pursuant to Case No. WA -17-03. On May 16, 2017, you were granted a 2.5 -foot variance from the
5 -foot rear yard setback requirement for the construction of a gazebo, on property zoned
Residential -Two (R-2) and located at 3867 Balsam Street. On November 12, 2017 this variance
approval will expire.
Pursuant to Section 26-115.C.4, extensions for good cause shown may be approved by the
Community Development Director if a request is made in writing prior to the expiration date of
the variance approval. The Community Development Department acknowledges your request for
extension received September 29, 2017 and hereby grants an extension for 180 days. Please be
advised that if a building permit is not obtained by Friday, May 11, 2018 your variance will
expire.
Sincerely,
Lauren Mikulak, AICP
Planning Manager
cc: Case File WA -17-03
www.d.wheatridge.co.us
City of
CO�WheatRj,
MUNITY DEVELOPMENT
City of Wheat Ridge Municipal Building 7500 W. 29" Ave.
May 17, 2017
Robert Escamilla
3867 Balsam Street
Wheat Ridge CO 80033
Re: Case No. WA -17-03
Dear Mr. Escamilla:
Wheat Ridge, CO 80033-8001 P: 303.235.2846 F: 303.235.2857
Please be advised that your request for a 2 'h -foot (50%) variance from the 5 -foot rear yard
setback requirement for an accessory building for property zoned Residential -Two (R-2) and
located at 3867 Balsam Street has been approved.
Enclosed is a copy of the Approval of Variance. Please note that all variance requests
automatically expire within 180 days (November 16, 2017) of the date it was granted unless a
building permit for the variance has been obtained within such period of time.
You are now welcome to apply for a building permit to construct the deck. Please feel free to be
in touch with any further questions.
Sincerely,
Tammy Odean
Administrative Assistant
Enclosure: Approval of Variance
Case Report
Cc: WA -17-03 (case file)
WA1703.doc
ww wN xi.wheatridge.co.us
7500 West 29th Avenue City of
Wheat Ridge, Colorado 80033Wh6, at 1 e
303.235.2846 Fax: 303.235.2857
Approval of Variance
WHEREAS, an application for a variance was submitted for the property located at 3867 Balsam
Street referenced as Case No. WA -17-03 / Escamilla; and
WHEREAS, City staff found basis for approval of the variance, relying on criteria listed in Section
26-115 of the Wheat Ridge Code of Laws and on information submitted in the case file; and
WHEREAS, the Community Development Department has properly notified pursuant to Section
26-109 of the Wheat Ridge Code of Laws; and
WHEREAS, there were no registered objections regarding the application;
NOW THEREFORE, be it hereby resolved that a 2.5 -foot variance to the 5 -foot rear yard setback
requirement for the purpose of constructing a gazebo on property in the Residential -Two (R-2)
zone district (Case No. WA -17-03 / Escamilla) is granted for the property located at 3867 Balsam
Street, based on the following findings of fact:
1. The variance would not alter the essential character of the locality.
2. The alleged hardship has not been created by any person presently having an interest in the
property.
3. The applicant is proposing a substantial investment that would not be possible without a
variance.
4. The request would not be detrimental to public welfare.
5. No objections were received regarding the variance request during the public notification
period.
-// dl �
ate
El
IV 11 41
VF City Of
�A 9Wh6atFidge
CITY OF WHEAT RIDGE
PLANNING DIVISION STAFF REPORT
TO: Community Development Director DATE: May 5, 2017
CASE MANAGER: Scott Cutler
CASE NO. & NAME: WA -17-03 / Escamilla
ACTION REQUESTED: Approval of a 2.5 -foot (50%) variance from the 5 -foot rear yard setback
requirement for accessory buildings on property located at 3867 Balsam Street
and zoned Residential -Two (R-2)
LOCATION OF REQUEST: 3867 Balsam Street
APPLICANT (S):
OWNER (S):
APPROXIMATE AREA:
PRESENT ZONING:
PRESENT LAND USE:
Robert Escamilla
Robert Escamilla
10,802 Square Feet (0.248 Acres)
Residential -Two (R-2)
Single Family Residential
ENTER INTO RECORD:
(X) CASE FILE & PACKET MATERIALS
(X) ZONING ORDINANCE
Location Map
(X) NEIGHBORHOOD REVITALIZATION
STRATEGY
y--
Site
JURISDICTION:
All notification and posting requirements have been met; therefore, there is jurisdiction to make an
administrative decision.
I. REQUEST
The applicant is requesting approval of a 2.5 -foot (50%) variance from the 5 -foot rear yard setback
requirement for a minor accessory structure. The purpose of this variance is to allow for the
homeowner to construct a wooden gazebo on the existing rear concrete patio.
Section 26-115.0 (Variances and Waivers) of the Wheat Ridge City Code empowers the Director of
Community Development to decide upon applications for administrative variances from the strict
application of the zoning district development standards that are not in excess of fifty (50) percent of
the standard.
II. CASE ANALYSIS
The variance is being requested so the property owners may construct a gazebo on the west side of
their home on the rear patio. The property is located on the northwest corner of W. 381h Place and
Balsam Street. The existing house sits on a 10,802 square foot parcel and was originally constructed in
1960 per the Jefferson County Assessor (Exhibit 1, Aerial). The property is zoned Residential -Two (R-
2), as are all of the surrounding areas. The Lutheran Medical Center is located one block south of the
property (Exhibit 2, Zoning Map).
The R-2 zone district provides for high quality, safe, quiet and stable low to moderate -density
residential neighborhoods, and prohibits activities of any nature which are incompatible with the
residential character. All residential zone districts require larger side and rear yard setback minimums
when adjacent to public streets. In the R-2 zone district, an accessory structure requires a 5 -foot
minimum setback if 10 feet or less in height. The proposed gazebo will encroach upon this required
setback, prompting the request for a 2.5 -foot variance to the 5 -foot setback, a variance of 50% (Exhibit
3, Site Plan).
The site plan and proposal illustrate that alternatives in the rear yard are not possible due to the
position of the existing shed and roof overhang. The gazebo, as proposed, would have a similar rear
setback to the existing shed, and the shed on the property to the west. The existing patio (Exhibit 4, Site
Photos), is narrow and surrounded by a short, white picket fence.
The applicant is proposing a substantial investment in the property, and has already improved the
property substantially with landscaping and an attractive rear fence. The gazebo is an open, wood -
framed design which will allow the property owner to enjoy the rear patio in the summer (Exhibit S,
Request).
The parcel meets minimum standards for the R-2 zone district, and the gazebo meets 'standards for
minor accessory structures in residential zones. The following table compares the required R-2
development standards with the actual and proposed conditions:
Administrative Review
Case No. WA -17-031 Escamilla
R-2 Development Standards:
Required
Actual
Lot Area
9,000 square feet (min)
10,802 square feet
Lot Width (corner lot)
80 feet (min)
80 feet (38th Pl.)
130 feet (Balsam St.)
Building Coverage
40% (max)
—21 % (with gazebo)
Minor Accessory Building:
Allowed
Proposed Gazebo
Building Coverage
400 square feet (max)
144 square feet
Height
10 feet (max)
10 feet
Rear Setback (West)
5 feet (min)
2.5 feet
Side Setback* (South — 38`1i Place)
*for corner lot
25 feet (min)
30 feet
III. VARIANCE CRITERIA
In order to approve an administrative variance, the Community Development Director must determine
that the majority of the "criteria for review" listed in Section 26-115.C.4 of the City Code have been
met. The applicant has provided their analysis of the application's compliance with the variance
criteria (Exhibit 5, Request). Staff provides the following review and analysis of the variance criteria.
The property in question would not 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.
If the request were denied, the property would continue to yield a reasonable return in use. The
property would continue to function as a single-family residence, regardless of the outcome of
the variance request.
Staff finds this criterion has not been met.
2. The variance would not alter the essential character of the locality.
A variance is not likely to alter the character of the locality. The R-2 zone district allows
accessory structures of the proposed size, and many surrounding properties have similarly -sized
accessory buildings and structures. The neighbor directly across 38th Place also has a gazebo in
a similar position on the rear patio with an even smaller setback.
Staff finds this criterion has been met.
3. The applicant is proposing a substantial investment in the property with this application,
which would not be possible without the variance.
The applicant is proposing a substantial investment in the property, consistent with the
Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy. Without the variance, the gazebo would not fit on the
rear patio, and it would not be allowed in the front or corner side yard.
Staff finds this criterion has been met.
Administrative Review
Case No. WA -17-031 Escamilla
4. The particular physical surrounding, shape or topographical condition of the specific
property involved results in a particular and unique hardship (upon the owner) as
distinguished from a mere inconvenience if the strict letter of the regulations were carried
out.
There are no topographical conditions present on the property that create a particular and
unique hardship. Being a corner lot triggers the need for two frontages of the structure to be
setback at least 25 feet from the property line adjacent to a public street. The position of the
home on the property limits usable space in the rear and side yards. Accessory structures are
not allowed in front yards, or street -adjacent side yards on corner lots. However, none of these
factors create a situation wherein a particular and unique hardship is placed upon the owner.
Staff finds this criterion has not been met.
5. The alleged difficulty or hardship has not been created by any person presently having an
interest in the property.
The alleged difficulty relates to the desire to make the best use of the existing rear concrete
patio. Because the current owner neither platted the lot, nor constructed the home in its current
location or orientation, the difficulties have not been created by any person presently having an
interest in the property.
Staff finds this criterion has been met.
6. The granting of the variance would not be detrimental to the public welfare or injurious
to other property or improvements in the neighborhood in which the property is located,
by, among other things, substantially or permanently impairing the appropriate use or
development of adjacent property, impairing the adequate supply of light and air to
adjacent property, substantially increasing the congestion in public streets or increasing
the danger of fire or endangering the public safety, or substantially diminishing or
impairing property values within the neighborhood.
The request would not be detrimental to public welfare and would not be injurious to
neighboring property or improvements. It would not hinder or impair the development of the
adjacent properties. The adequate supply of air and light would not be compromised as a result
of this request.
The request would not increase the congestion in the streets, nor would it cause an obstruction
to motorists on the adjacent streets. The addition would not impede the sight distance triangle
and would not increase the danger of fire.
It is unlikely that the request would impair property values in the neighborhood.
Staff finds this criterion has been met.
7. The unusual circumstances or conditions necessitating the variance request are present in
the neighborhood and are not unique to the property.
Administrative Review
Case No. WA -17-03 /Escamilla
Several lots in the immediate vicinity of the property, including the property across W. 38th
Place to the south, have similar rear/side yard conditions. These properties have limited rear
and side yard space to place accessory structures. The gazebo, as proposed, would have a
similar rear setback to an existing shed on the property, the shed on the property to the west,
and the gazebo on the property to the south.
Staff finds that this criterion has been met.
8. Granting of the variance would result in a reasonable accommodation of a person with
disabilities.
Single family homes and their accessory buildings are not required to meet building codes
pertaining to the accommodation of persons with disabilities.
Staff finds this criterion is not applicable.
9. The application is in substantial compliance with the applicable standards set forth in the
Architectural and Site Design Manual.
The Architectural and Site Design Manual does not apply to single and two family dwelling
units.
Staff finds this criterion is not applicable.
IV. STAFF CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
Having found the application in compliance with the majority of the review criteria, staff recommends
APPROVAL of a 2.5 -foot (50%) variance from the required 5 -foot rear yard setback for minor
accessory buildings in the R-2 zone. Staff has found that there are unique circumstances attributed to
this request that would warrant approval of a variance. Therefore, staff recommends approval for the
following reasons:
1. The variance would not alter the essential character of the locality.
2. The alleged hardship has not been created by any person presently having an interest in the
property.
3. The applicant is proposing a substantial investment that would not be possible without a
variance.
4. The request would not be detrimental to public welfare.
5. No objections were received regarding the variance request during the public notification
period.
With the following conditions:
1. The design, architecture, and location of the proposed gazebo shall be consistent with
representations depicted in the application materials, subject to staff review and approval
through review of a building permit.
Administrative Review
Case No. WA -17-03 /Escamilla
EXHIBIT 1: AERIAL
Administrative Review
Case No. WA -17-03 /Escamilla
EXHIBIT 2: ZONING MAP
of
Wheat ,c ge
Geographic
Information Systems
Legend
Q Subject Property
Residential -Two (R-2)
Planned Hospital
District (PHD)
03939 03
03915
03920 ,03920
03901
03900
03875
�F
--
03880
g t
` – Q
082b3
03865
JCO�870.
1388 1
I
03845 03830
�.
ar
j
03880
03855
i04080 04015
I ,
i 039d0
it
03940 03995
I
nsozn ,,,.,ems
h
5
03895
39TH AVE -- —.
N
03855 0' 03850
�F
--
--
g t
` – Q
03840
08180
03895
1388 1
I
03845 03830
Q
03880
03885
ii
03875
04010
103990
03950
03910
oeoso
_' `08242
039.
60
y 08222 03843
03850
N
03855 0' 03850
�F
--
--
g t
` – Q
03840
0.3840
03845 03830
Q
~
03837
J
Q
03830
03825 03820
D
i
03803
1
03820
03805 08095
Z
36TH AVE--
I–
a
a :.
C_.
e
Z
Q
State Plane Coordinate Prgatlon N
Colorado Central Zone
Datum NA083
f, F
17
Administrative Review
Case No. WA -17-03 /Escamilla
7
EXHIBIT 3: SITE PLAN
Exhibit 5 (page 13) shows a model of the gazebo.
Administrative Review
Case No. WA -17-03 /Escamilla
A
EXHIBIT 4: SITE PHOTOS
View of the rear patio (west side of property) looking southwest. The table and chairs are located on
the site of the proposed gazebo. The fence to the right is the rear property line.
n
View of the patio facing northwest towards the neighboring garage. Note the shed in the
neighboring property and the lack of windows facing the patio.
Administrative Review 9
Case No. WA -17-03 /Escamilla
View of the patio and rear yard looking north. Both existing sheds are less than 5 -feet from the
property line (the white fence).
Administrative Review 10
Case No. WA -17-03 /Escamilla
EXHIBIT 5: REQUEST
11V G . S owX4 M � Qwvgw l�ltgllw4
75W---k�s4 I*Ak-
k.04 Maj co 5�
�J
WAN
Z�),nt A
Pc� ` Cc�eitle�e is A 4
Rae, uWd �e P�s�# to �t A Com .
LL� Lj.Wd Cj N'(o 94 A
Core fs -A Zfx 17`8 G)oe{ 5 ab,
ANroA is 154. --qu 6akp 0r -u5 01(d A ZV - n
iii PAUJAC& M61 Ulle) U � C Avcl LA
ti "t
lolv.. iik
Am i�x
Weir A
C�GY�
Administrative Review 11
Case No. WA -17-031 Escamilla
City of
W heat jddge
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
Rev. 5/2014
Review Criteria: Variance
A variance provides relief from the strict application of zoning standards in instances where a
unique physical hardship is present. Per Section 26-115 of the Wheat Ridge Municipal Code,
the reviewing authority (Community Development Director, Board of Adjustment, Planning
Commission, or City Council) shall base its decision in consideration of the extent to which an
applicant demonstrates that a majority of the following criteria have been met:
1. The property in question would not 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. Aoi
2. The variance would not alter the essential character of the localit . lb
v
3. The applicant is proposing a substantial investment in the property wih this application, Yids
which would not be possible without the variance. &I.
4. The particular physical surrounding, shape or topographical condition of the specific
property results in a particular and unique hardship (upon the owner) as distinguished
from a mere inconvenience. &n
5. If there is a particular or unique hardship, the alleged difficulty or hardship has not been
created by any person presently having an interest in the property. NCS 1
6. The granting of the variance would not be detrimental to the public welfare or injurious to
other property or improvements in the neighborhood in which the property is located, by,
among other things, substantially or permanently impairing the appropriate use or
development of adjacent property, impairing the adequate supply of light and air to
adjacent property, substantially increasing the congestion in public streets or increasing
the danger of fire or endangering the public safety, or substantially diminishing or
impairing property values within the neighborhood. iv01
7. The unusual circumstances or conditions necessitating the variance request are present
in the neighborhood and are not unique to the property,,--
�-sabilities.
ranting of the variance would result in a reasonable accommodation of a person with
[Does not typically apply to single- or two-family homes.]
`6. he application is in substantial compliance with the applicable standards set forth in the
rchitectural and Site Design Manual. [Does not typically apply to single- or two-family
/ hbcpes.]
Administrative Review 12
Case No. WA -17-03 /Escamilla
Below: The applicant submitted a promotional photo of the proposed gazebo along with the request.
The gazebo would provide shade to the west -facing concrete patio, shown in Exhibit 4.
Administrative Review 13
Case No. WA -17-03 /Escamilla
City of
/`� W heatf dge
MUNITy DEVELOPMENT
City of Wheat Ridge Municipal Building 7500 W. 291h Ave. Wheat Ridge, CO 80033-8001 P: 303.235.2846 F: 303.235.2857
LETTER NOTICE
April 24, 2017
Dear Property Owner:
This is to inform you of Case No. WA -17-03, a request for approval of a 2 1/2 -foot
variance to the 5 -foot required setback resulting in a 2 1/2 -foot rear yard setback
on property located at 3867 Balsam Street and zoned Residential -Two (R-2). The
attached aerial photo identifies the location of the variance request.
The applicant for this case is requesting a variance eligible for administrative
review per section 26-115.0 of the Municipal Code to be granted by the Zoning
Administrator without need for a public hearing. Prior to the rendering of a
decision, all adjacent property owners are required to be notified of the request.
If you have any questions, please contact the Planning Division at 303-235-2846 or
if you would like to submit comments concerning this request, please do so in
writing by 5:00 p.m. on May 4, 2017.
Thank you.
WA 1703.doc
www.ci.w heatridge.co. u s
03900 03885
,, 33 8 8 0`A
x}8233
{
.03861
08253
03870
38TH PL
Now �—
03860
/
08242
-
:03843
03850
08222
4
J #
m
i 103840
KANAI RANDALL EDWARD KANAI THERESA KAOWTHUMRONG VIRA
CARKEEK RICHARD D MARIE KAOWTHUMRONG NIPA
03870 BALSAM ST 03860 BALSAM ST 03843 BALSAM ST
WHEAT RIDGE CO 80033 WHEAT RIDGE CO 80033 WHEAT RIDGE CO 80033
M WENDELL GADD & MARY K GADD TRUST
BRADSHAW MAUREEN A PISCIOTTA JOY GAIL ROSS CONNIE M
08233 W 38TH PL 12107 W 54TH DR 08222 W 38TH PL
WHEAT RIDGE CO 80033 ARVADA CO 80002 WHEAT RIDGE CO 80033
SCHRANZ DONALD C
03880 BALSAM ST
WHEAT RIDGE CO 80033
ZIESCHANG SUSAN J
03885 BALSAM ST
WHEAT RIDGE CO 80033
TSCHERPEL DAVID TSCHERPEL MARY BETH TUNSTEAD NANCY 1
03850 BALSAM ST 08242 W 38TH PL
WHEAT RIDGE CO 80033 WHEAT RIDGE CO 80033
0_COLDRADO STATE
BMK AND TRUST
MORTGAGE
PO BOX 619063
DALLAS, TX 75261-9063
866-910-5224
www.00loradostatebankandtrust.mortgageccn.com
9-821-00477-0010397-003-1-000-010-000-000
ulllnl�IIIIIIIIIII1IIIu1,II,11111'III1II1lrllll111ItIIIIIIIIII
ROBERT J ESCAMILLA
MARGARET A ESCAMILLA
3867 BALSAM ST
WHEAT RIDGE CO 80033-4462
ACCOUNT INFORMATION
Property Address:
3867 BALSAM ST
WHEAT RIDGE CO 80033
Outstanding Principal Balance.
$55,882.17
Maturity Date:
04/01/2044
Interest Rate:
4.250%
Prepayment Penalty:
No
Unapplied/Suspense Balance (provide posting instructions):
$0.00
Mortgage Billing Statement
Statement Date: 03/01/2017
Account Number -,C000416` 081
Payment Due Date 0�4-/�0.1/2017
/Amount Due $610.51
{Ir payment is received after (94/16/2017, $15.23 late fee may be assessed)
EXPLANATION OF AMOUNT DUE
Principal Due $106.68
Interest Due $19792
Escrow Due (Taxas and Insurance) $305.91
REGULAR MONTHLY PAYMENT $610.51
Total Fees Due $0.00
Overdue Payment(s) $0.00
TOTAL AMOUNT DUE $610.51
TRANSACTION ACTIVITY (02107/2017 - 03/01/2017)
Date Paid to Date Description Charges Amount
02/13/2017 Insurance Disb. -$1,227.00
03/01/2017 3/01/2017 Payment $610.51
Principal: $105.95 Interest: $198.65 Escrow: $305.91
03/01/2017 4/01/2017 Principal Payment $100.00
Principal: $100.00
PAST PAYMENT BREAKDOWN
Description
Paid Last Month Paid
Year to Date
Principal
$205.95
$615.68
Interest
5198.65
$598.92
Escrow (Taxes and Insurance)
$305.91
$917.73
Optional Products
$0.00
Fees"
$0.00
$0.00
Corporate Advance
$0.00
$0.00
Partial Payments (unapplied)"
$0.00
-
TOTAL
$710.51
$2,131.53
IMPORTANT MESSAGES
"Partial Payments: Any Partial Payments received without instructions or trial modification/repayment amount are not applied to your
principal, interest or escrow; but instead are held in an unapplied/suspense account tied to your mortgage loan. If you pay the balance of
the Amount Due (minus the funds in the suspense/unapplied account), the funds may then be applied to your mortgage loan. Please
know that suspense funds/partial payments are subject to be returned.
" Fees "Paid Since Last Month" will include only Late Charges. All other fees will be reflected in the Transaction Activity section. All fees
including Late Charges are accounted for in the fees "Paid Year to Date" amount.
Important Message: PRIVACY NOTICE - Federal law requires us to tell you how we collect, share, and protect your personal
information. Our privacy policy has not changed. You may review our policy and practices with respect to your personal information at
www.coloradostatebankandtrust.com or we will mail you a free copy upon request if you call us at 866-910-5224.
Q
cr
;i
ra
Ll
i' ,
�.,.
`,_•
`:,.
rte.
CIL)' of
/W heat �dge
MUNIIY DEVELOPMENT
Submittal Checklist: Varia
Project Name:
Project Location:
Rev. 512014
Vei rli� /7 (MZAK� 06-
Application Contents:
A variance provides relief from the strict application of zoning standards in instances where a
unique physical hardship is present. The following items represent a complete variance
application:
�1. Completed, notarized land use application form
,G 2. Application fee
Signed submittal checklist (this document)
4. Proof of ownership—e.g. deed
5. Written authorization from property owner(s) if an agent acts on behalf of the owner(s)
V-6. Written request and description of the proposal
_ Include a response to the variance review criteria—these are found in Section
26-115 of the municipal code
Include an explanation as to why alternate designs that may comply with the zoning
standards are not feasible
_ Include an explanation of the unique physical hardship that necessitates relief
7. Survey or Improvement Location Certificate (ILC) of the property
_8. To -scale site plan indicating existing and proposed building footprints and setbacks
9. Proposed building elevations indicating proposed heights, materials, and color scheme
As applicant for this project, 1 hereby ensure that all of the above requirements have been included with
this submittal. I fully understand that if any one of the items listed on this checklist has been excluded,
the documents will NOT be distributed for City review. In addition, I understand that in the event any
revisions need to be made after the second (2"d) full review, I will be subject to the applicable resubmittal
fee.
Signature: Date:
(p p ),[. '
Name lease rint„ r�.i� s�c,� �,�� Phone70_
Community Development Department - (303) 235-2846 - www.cimheatridge.co.us
A
�i uIAy via 11a11a /awtir�
■ bile, 6U(Y-, v ` ' p�z � 5-� Icy i 4�� 1�� - "
tic' Aw 15 A 4' A&t W)
(Cu4) (M Few, itla I d Pef Q4 0 54 A &twj)
`JXJ k Luvi i -o(,
Lkkf��A 6 (1 VIP lo �J A X I -ZX 16" a' H a -t"' N-rVf 5�
culw, (5 A 71WeGyA-t7�,61ab.
Ora AzV5x4&dl Rn
►�rc�1�:t�Ltr1e)i,�c�lcl Rt Ax Lcx�E:fc��
KIPfoc A 5°.Sc� �,, And T
5 t{
1�,� C� tie ,ti��cl-Th.� 2��2 1J� t�• ��IC��l A
Z2
i(�c�+K�doc�bn,
City of
W heat �ge
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
Rev. 5/2014
Review Criteria: Variance
A variance provides relief from the strict application of zoning standards in instances where a
unique physical hardship is present. Per Section 26-115 of the Wheat Ridge Municipal Code,
the reviewing authority (Community Development Director, Board of Adjustment, Planning
Commission, or City Council) shall base its decision in consideration of the extent to which an
applicant demonstrates that a majority of the following criteria have been met:
1. The property in question would not 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. �bl
2. The variance would not alter the essential character of the locality. Ids
3. The applicant is proposing a substantial investment in the property wih this application,
which would not be possible without the variance.
4. The particular physical surrounding, shape or topographical condition of the specific
property results in a particular and unique hardship (upon the owner) as distinguished
from a mere inconvenience.
5. If there is a particular or unique hardship, the alleged difficulty or hardship has not been
created by any person presently having an interest in the property. 'vile 1
6. The granting of the variance would not be detrimental to the public welfare or injurious to
other property or improvements in the neighborhood in which the property is located, by,
among other things, substantially or permanently impairing the appropriate use or
development of adjacent property, impairing the adequate supply of light and air to
adjacent property, substantially increasing the congestion in public streets or increasing
the danger of fire or endangering the public safety, or substantially diminishing or
impairing property values within the neighborhood.
7. The unusual circumstances or conditions necessitating the variance request are present
in the neighborhood and are not unique to the property,(
'a/Granting of the variance would result in a reasonable accommodation of a person with
disabilities. [Does not typically apply to single- or two-family homes.]
he application is in substantial compliance with the applicable standards set forth in the
rchitectural and Site Design Manual. [Does not typically apply to single- or two-family
h es.]
Community Development Department - (303) 235-2846 - www.ci.wheatridge.co.us
4/17/2017
imageService (680X680)
https:llrichm edia.channeladvi sor.com/lmageDel ivery/i m ageService?profi leld=12026540&id=779401 &reci peld=729 1/1
Variance Request Worksheet
Address/Proposal:c� , a \%C� —. ��
A/1 The property would not yield a reasonable return in use, service or income
under the current conditions
B/2 The variance would not alter the essential character of the locality
C/3 The applicant is proposing a substantial investment in the property with this
application, which would not be possible without the variance
The particular physical surrounding, shape or topographical condition of the
D/4 specific property results in a particular and unique hardship (upon the owner)
as distinguished from a mere inconvenience
E/5 If there is a particular or unique hardship, the alleged difficulty or hardship has
not been created by any person presently having an interest in the property.
F/6 The granting of the variance would not be detrimental to the public welfare or
injurious to other property or improvements in the neighborhood
G/7 The unusual circumstances or conditions necessitating the variance request
are present in the neighborhood and are not unique to the property
H/8 Granting of the variance would result in a reasonable accommodation of a
person with disabilities
1/9 The application is in substantial compliance with the applicable standards set
forth in the Architectural and Site Design Manual
TOTAL
Notes:
Meets
Does not
meet
N/A
A/
X
POSTING CERTIFICATION
CASE NO. WA -17-03
DEADLINE FOR WRITTEN COMMENTS: May 4, 2017
I Robert Escamilla
(n a m e)
residing at 3867 Balsam Street
as the applicant for Case No.
Public Notice at
on this 24 day of
(address)
WA -17-03
11�
City of
WheatRjdge
hereby certify that I have posted the sign for
3867 Balsam Street
(location)
April and do hereby certify that said sign has been
posted and remained in place for ten (10) days prior to and including the deadline for written
comments regarding this case. The sign was posted in the position shown on the map below.
Signature:
v
NOTE: This form must be submitted to the Community Development Department for this case
and will be placed in the applicant's case file.
MAP
�of
WheatRidge
PUBLIC POSTING REQUIREMENTS
One sign must be posted per street frontage. In addition, the following requirements
must be met:
■ The sign must be located within the property boundaries.
■ The sign must be securely mounted on a flat surface.
■ The sign must be elevated a minimum of thirty (30) inches from ground.
■ The sign must be visible from the street without obstruction.
■ The sign must be legible and posted for ten (10) continuous days prior to and
including the deadline for written comments [sign must be in place until 5pm on
May 4, 2017]
It is the applicant's responsibility to certify that these requirements have been met and
to submit a completed Posting Certification Form to the Community Development
Department.
k, I f submitted BY Al
V" City of planner. lncompl
��9r Wheat Midge be accepted—refs
LAND USE CASE PROCESSING APPLICATION
Community Development Department
7500 West 29th Avenue • Wheat Ridge, CO 80033 • Phone (303) 235-2846
(Please print or type all information)
Applicant 1A Phone Ip- T Email
Address, City, State, Zip i
Owner 5&Ka /% j Phone Email
Address, City, State, Zip
Contact 5al' aAs �j7„L Phone
Address, City, State, Zip
Email
(The person listed as contact will be contacted to answer questions regarding this application, provide additional information when necessary, post
public hearing signs, will receive a copy of the staff report prior to Public Hearing, and shall be responsible for forwarding all verbal and written
communication to applicant and owner.)
Location of request (address):
Type of action requested (check one or more of the actions listed below which pertain to your request):
O Change of Zone or Zone Conditions O Special Use Permit O Subdivision - specify type:
O Planned Development (ODP, SDP) O Conditional Use Permit O Administrative (up to 3 lots)
O Planned Building Group O Site Plan O Minor (4 or 5 lots)
O Temporary Use, Building, Sign O Concept Plan O Major (6 or more lots)
® Variance/Waiver (from Section 26-__j O Right of Way Vacation O Other:
Detailed description of request: AA � A LVA 5A A li'X IZ' 10 6''
a i 1 Ai i.%9.-tvnt12- - I A i A - r�
I certify that the information and exhibits herewith submitted are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and that in
filing this application, I am acting with the knowledge and consent of those persons listed above, without whose consent
the requested action cannot lawfully be accomplished. Applicants other than ownert sr+AM�Dr�u—
from the owner which approved of this action on his behalf.
Notarized Signature of Applicant
State of Colorado } ss
County of `�eS'S�Srv�
NOTARY PUBLIC
STATE OF COLORADO
NOTARY ID 20164015481
MY COMMISSION EXPIRES APRIL
The foreoing instrument (Land Use Processing Application) was acknowledged by me this 1.3*"' day of pr. I
20i7—
by �b 4 S• ES�a.t" t: IIS - l -_—
Notary Public
To be filled out by staff:
Date received
Comp Plan Design.
Related Case No.
Assessor's Parcel No.
Size (acres
7T
My commission expires y /. ;z /20aa
Fee $ 2190- D
Receipt No. C D f-101 cot (03
Pre -App Mtg. Date
Current Zoning
Proposed Zoning
Case No. ...Q[A' - 17- 0-3
Quarter Section Map LJ 2
Case Manager
Current Use
Proposed Use