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City of Wheat Ridge Municipal Building
June 14, 2017
Monica Duran
2980 Upham Street
Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
Re: Case No. WA -17-06
Dear Ms. Duran:
7500 W. 29`b Ave. Wheat Ridge, CO 80033-8001 P: 303.235.2846 F: 303.235.2857
Please be advised that your request for a 3 -foot (20%) variance from the minimum side yard
setback requirement of 15 -feet and a 7 Y2 -foot (50%) variance from the rear yard setback
requirement of 15 -feet for the purpose of constructing a detached garage on property zoned
Residential -One (R-1) located at 2980 Upham Street has been approved.
Enclosed is a copy of the Approval of Variance. Please note that all variance requests
automatically expire within 180 days (December 13, 2017) of the date it was granted unless a
building permit for the variance has been obtained within such period of time.
A permit has already been submitted for the detached garage; but ask that you bring, to the
Planning Department, an amended site plan. Please feel free to be in touch with any further
questions.
Sincerely,
Tammy Odean
Administrative Assistant
Enclosure: Approval of Variance
Case Report
Cc: WA -17-06 (case file)
WA 1706.doc
www.ci.wheatridge.co.us
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Approval of Variance
WHEREAS, an application for a variance was submitted for the property located at 2980 Upham
Street referenced as Case No. WA -17-06 / Duran; 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 7.5 -foot variance from the 15 -foot rear yard
setback requirement and a 3 -foot variance from the 15 -foot side yard setback requirement for the
purpose of constructing a detached garage on property in the Residential -One (R-1) zone district
(Case No. WA -17-06 / Duran) is granted for the property located at 2980 Upham Street, based on
the following findings of fact:
The variance would not alter the essential character of the neighborhood.
2. The alleged hardship has not been created by any person presently having an interest in the
property.
3. The request would not be detrimental to public welfare.
4. Existing conditions on the property present a particular and unique hardship.
5. No objections were received regarding the variance request during the public notification
period.
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CASE NO. & NAME:
CITY OF WHEAT RIDGE
PLANNING DIVISION STAFF REPORT
Community Development Director DATE: June 5, 2017
Scott Cutler
WA -17-06 / Duran
ACTION REQUESTED: Approval of a 7.5 -foot (50%) variance from the 15 -foot rear yard setback
requirement and a 3 -foot (20%) variance from the 15 -foot side yard setback
requirement, allowing a 24 -foot by 30 -foot garage to be constructed on property
located at 2980 Upham Street and zoned Residential -One (R-1).
LOCATION OF REQUEST: 2980 Upham Street
APPLICANT (S):
OWNER (S):
APPROXIMATE AREA:
PRESENT ZONING
Monica Duran
Monica and Steve Duran
17,567 Square Feet (0.403 Acres)
Residential -One (R-1)
PRESENT LAND USE: Single Family Residential
ENTER INTO RECORD:
(X) CASE FILE & PACKET MATERIALS
(X) ZONING ORDINANCE
Location Map
Site
JURISDICTION:
All notification and posting requirements have been met; therefore, there is jurisdiction to hear this
case.
L REQUEST
The applicant is requesting approval of a 7.5 -foot (50%) variance from the 15 -foot rear yard setback
requirement for a major accessory structure, as well as a 3 -foot (20%) variance from the 15 -foot side
yard setback requirement. The purpose of this variance is to allow for the homeowner to construct a
garage in the rear (northeast) corner of their yard.
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 garage in the northeast corner
of the lot. The property is located on Upham Street at the terminus of W. 30th Avenue. The existing
house sits on a 17,567 square foot parcel and was originally constructed in 1954 per the Jefferson
County Assessor (Exhibit 1). The property is zoned Residential -One (R-1), as are several properties to
the south on Upham Street and to the east on Teller Street. Properties across Upham Street to the west
and to the north are zoned Residential -One A (R -IA) (Exhibit 2).
The R-1 zone district provides for high quality, safe, quiet and stable low-density residential
neighborhoods, and prohibits activities of any nature which are incompatible with the low-density
residential character. In the R-1 zone district, a major accessory structure requires 15 -foot minimum
side and rear setbacks. The proposed garage will encroach upon these required setback, prompting the
request for a 7.5 -foot variance from the rear setback (50%), and a 3 -foot variance from the side setback
(20%).
The site plan (Exhibit 3), photographs (Exhibit 4), and proposal (Exhibits S and 6) illustrate that
alternatives in the rear yard are not possible due to the position of an existing mature Honey Locust
tree and the location of the existing driveway.
The applicant is proposing a substantial investment in the property, and has already improved the
property substantially with front yard landscaping and a front yard picket fence.
The parcel meets minimum standards for the R-1 zone district, and the garage meets the standards for
major accessory structures in residential zones. The following table compares the required R-1
development standards with the actual and proposed conditions:
R-1 Development Standards: Required Actual
Lot Area 12,500 square feet (min) 17,567 square feet
Lot Width 100 feet (min) 121.56 feet
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Building Coverage 1 25% (max) I —17.1 % (with garage)
Minor Accessory Building:
Required
Proposed Garage
Building Coverage
1,000 square feet (max)
713 square feet
Height
15 feet (max)
13.75 feet (at mid -roof)
Rear Setback (East)
15 feet (min)
7.5 feet
Side Setback (North)
15 feet (min)
12 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. Staff provides the following review and analysis of the variance criteria.
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.
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-1 zone district allows
accessory buildings of the proposed size, and many surrounding properties have similarly -sized
garages with setbacks of less than 15 feet. The property directly to the east, also zoned R-1, has
a large rear shed that encroaches into the current 15 -foot setback requirement. To note, the R-
1 A zones that surround the property on the north and west sides require a 10 -foot setback for
major accessory buildings. The two immediately adjacent properties to the north and east have
accessory structures in the area that would be appurtenant to the proposed garage. For that
reason, the setback encroachments may be less impactful to the character of the area than if
they were adjacent to an open yard.
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. Constructing a garage would allow the applicant to store
vehicles currently parked in the front driveway. Building a garage elsewhere in the rear yard is
possible, though it would require significant additional investment to construct a new driveway,
reconfigure the rear yard, and remove mature trees.
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Staff finds this criterion has been met.
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. However, an existing mature Honey Locust tree would interfere with the
construction of a garage that meets the setback requirements (Exhibit 4, Site Photos). The
applicant has spent a considerable amount of money to ensure the continued health of the tree,
including recent consultation with an arborist. Another smaller tree would also likely have to be
removed if the garage was built to the required setbacks.
The large rear yard could allow a garage meeting the setback requirements on the south side of
the property, but it would require the destruction of two mature front yard trees and the
construction of a second driveway through a wooded and fenced area.
Staff finds this criterion has been met.
5. The alleged difficulty or hardship has not been created by any person presently having an
interest in the property.
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. The property owner is also not responsible for the location of the
mature trees.
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.
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It is unlikely that the request would impair property values in the neighborhood. The garage
may in fact have a positive visual impact on the neighborhood, if vehicles currently tandem -
parked on the front driveway can be stored out of view in the new garage.
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.
Surrounding properties are similarly -sized and built in similar styles. Despite a few other
properties having similar conditions to the subject property, the unusual conditions
necessitating the variance request for the subject property are unique only to the subject
property.
Staff finds that this criterion has not 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 7.5 -foot (50%) variance from the required 15 -foot rear yard setback and a 3 -foot
(20%) variance from the required 15 -foot side yard setback. 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 to alter the essential character of the neighborhood.
2. The alleged hardship has not been created by any person presently having an interest in the
property.
3. The request would not be detrimental to public welfare.
4. Existing conditions on the property present a particular and unique hardship.
5. No objections were received regarding the variance request during the public notification
period.
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With the following conditions:
1. The design and architecture of the proposed garage shall be consistent with representations
depicted in the application materials, subject to staff review and approval through review of a
building permit.
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EXHIBIT 1: AERIAL
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EXHIBIT 2: ZONING MAP
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EXHIBIT 3: SITE PLAN
The applicant did not provide a site plan for the Courtesy Review. Below is the submitted site plan for
the original Building Permit with staff markups showing the intended location of the garage.
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EXHIBIT 4: SITE PHOTOS
View of the yard facing south. The stakes show the footprint of the garage if a 15 -foot setback was
required. The foundation of the garage would be approximately 2 feet from the roots, and the walls
and roof would likely interfere with upper branches. (Applicant provided photo)
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View of the south side of the property. While possible, creating a second driveway here would
disturb the improved front lawn and fence, and possibly the trees shown in this photo. It would also
result in a large portion of the front yard being paved.
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EXHIBIT 5: WRITTEN REQUEST #1
To Whom it May Concern,
We, the owners and residents, at 2980 Upham St would like to request a
setback variance of 12ft on the North side of our property line and 6ft
setback on East side of property line. Not because the existing setbacks
are inconvenient, but as you can see in the photos provided,( the stakes
are set at the existing 15ft variance in photos) we have an estimated 80 -
year old Honey Locust tree, whose roots would be harmed if we were
made to follow the existing setbacks of 15ft. We recently spent $1800
dollars having this Honey Locust tree's health accessed and trimmed .
We were told by Tip Top Tree with a good trimming it would be around
for us to enjoy for years to come. At that time we were also told by Tip
Top Tree to make sure the concrete we are pouring for the driveway is at
least 81/2 feet away from the tree roots. Anything closer would weaken
the root system and would put this tree at risk. Same with a building
structure.
We have looked at building this garage on the South side of our property
but this is not feasible. We would have to remove a good portion of our
existing front and side yard to add a new driveway and would have to
remove and existing 80 year Honey Locust tree, not to mention the
added expense to an already existing expense of $25,000 for the
structure itself. Also our sewer line runs to the SE corner of our property
and prohibits using that area, along with limiting future access if sewer
lines need repaired.
In speaking with our neighbors, this variance would not interfere in any
way with their views, impair public health, safety, or comfort.
We have lived in this home for 23yrs and plan to be here for the rest of
our lives.
Your consideration and attention to this request is greatly appreciated.
Steve & Monica Duran
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EXHIBIT 6: WRITTEN REQUEST #2
Fri 04.212017 7:06 AM
Monica Duran <mdsu11ivan4321@comcast.net>
Re: Setback Variance Review
To Scott Cutler T
Cc Lauren Mikulak 1
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You replied to this message on 04/21/2017 06 AM.
Hello Lauren & Scott,
Stere and I have been truing to look at every design option available that would protect our Honey Locust tree and still meet our needs with our garage and
driveway.
We have reconfigured the shape of the driveway that I feel is a good compromise for all of us and would still meet our needs.
With that being said we would propose reconsideration of 12ft set back north side property line to garage and 7112 ft setback east side property line to
garage.
Thank you for your patience as we have been trying to work through this process and your consideration is appreciated.
Monica & Steve Duran
Sent from my iPhone
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EXHIBIT 7: IMPROVEMENT
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POSTING CERTIFICATION
CASE NO. WA -17-06
DEADLINE FOR WRITTEN COMMENTS: May 26, 2017
I,
Monica Duran
(name)
residing at 2980 Upham Street
(address)
as the applicant for Case No
WA -17-06
City of
WheatRdge
hereby certify that I have posted the sign for
Public Notice at 2980 Upham Street
(location)
on this day of and do hereby certify that said sign has been
posted and remained in place for ten days prior to and including the deadline for written
comments regarding this case. The sign was posted in the pos:*. wnon the map below.
Signature: uc
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
City of
Wheat -Midge
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.
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City Of
Wheat Pjdge
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
City of Wheat Ridge Municipal Building 7500 W. 29" Ave. Wheat Ridge, CO 80033-8001 P: 303.235.2846 F: 303.235.2857
LETTER NOTICE
May 17, 2017
Dear Property Owner:
This is to inform you of Case No. WA -17-06, a request for approval of a 3 -foot
(20%) variance from the minimum side yard setback requirement of 15 -feet and a
7 '/2 -foot (50%) variance from the rear yard setback requirement of 15 -feet for an
accessory structure on property located at 2980 Upham Street and zoned
Residential -One (R-1). 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 27, 2017.
Thank you.
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A/1 The property would not yield a reasonable return in use, service or income
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application, which would not be possible without the variance
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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
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We, the owners and residents, at 2980 Upham St would like to request a
setback variance of 12ft on the North side of our property line and 6ft
setback on East side of property line. Not because the existing setbacks
are inconvenient, but as you can see in the photos provided,( the stakes
are set at the existing 15ft variance in photos) we have an estimated 80 -
year old Honey Locust tree, whose roots would be harmed if we were
made to follow the existing setbacks of 15ft. We recently spent $1800
dollars having this Honey Locust tree's health accessed and trimmed .
We were told by Tip Top Tree with a good trimming it would be around
for us to enjoy for years to come. At that time we were also told by Tip
Top Tree to make sure the concrete we are pouring for the driveway is at
least 81/2 feet away from the tree roots. Anything closer would weaken
the root system and would put this tree at risk. Same with a building
structure.
We have looked at building this garage on the South side of our property
but this is not feasible. We would have to remove a good portion of our
existing front and side yard to add a new driveway and would have to
remove and existing 80 year Honey Locust tree, not to mention the
added expense to an already existing expense of $25,000 for the
structure itself. Also our sewer line runs to the SE corner of our property
and prohibits using that area, along with limiting future access if sewer
lines need repaired.
In speaking with our neighbors, this variance would not interfere in any
way with their views, impair public health, safety, or comfort.
We have lived in this home for 23yrs and plan to be here for the rest of
our lives.
Your consideration and attention to this request is greatly appreciated.
Steve & Monica Duran
NOTE: Land use applications must be
► A submitted BY APPOINTMENT with a
City of planner. Incomplete applications will not
`)V he atD i ci ge be accepted—refer to submittal checklists.
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)
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Contact 'Vy�\,C,-o,
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(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)
• Planned Building Group 0 Site Plan O Minor (4 or 5 lots)
0�,/ Temporary Use, Building, Sign O Concept Plan O Major (6 or more lots)
�Y Variance/Waiver (from Section 26- O Right of Way Vacation O Other:
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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 o Hers mud r�af-
from the owner which approved of this action on his behalf. � I NOTARY PUBLIC
Notarized Signature of Applicant_
State of Colorado ) ss
County of -"Sc, 5ns-S&r,
STATE OF COLORADO
NO'T'ARY ID 20164015481
MISSION EXPIRES APRIL 22,
The foregoing instrument (Land Use Processing Application) was acknowledged by me this &-r-111 day of 01 a 20 (7
by Jul n r c c, re,r�
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Date received 6--/2-17
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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
Submittal Checklist: Variance
Project Name: Q
Project Location: %tJ
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
2. Application fee
3. Signed submittal checklist (this document)
Y. Proof of ownership—e.g. deed
. Written authorization from property owner(s) if an agent acts on behalf of the owner(s)
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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 propertyc%,y FkwS ;T tc(ciy
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, I 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: �nr4-,,kz_g_ Date:
Name (please print):IA p ni ( C6 4N S-A_ Phone.-
Community
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Community Development Department - (303) 235-2846 - www.ci.wheatridge.co.us
2017035136 414/2017 9:25 AM
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Electronically Recorded Jefferson County, CO
Faye Griffin. Clerk and Recorder TD1000 N
Original Note and Deed of Trust Returned to:
WHEN RECORDED RETURN TO:
Prepared/Received by:
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REQUEST FOR FULL z ! PARTIAL
RELEASE OF DEED OF TRUST AND RELEASE BY OWNER OF INDEBTEDNESS WITHOUT PRODUCTION OF EVIDENCE OF
DEBT PURSUANT TO §38-39-102 (1) (a) AND (3), COLORADO REVISED STATUTES)
MARCH 30, 2017
STEVE J DURAN JR & MONICA I DURAN
2980 UPHAM ST
WHEATRIDGE CO 80033
Check here if current address is unknown
COORS CREDIT UNION
04il2/2014
04!17/2014
JEFFERSON, 2014028729
County Rcpt. No. and/or Film No. and/or Book/Page No. and/or Torrens Reg. No.
Date
Original Grantor (Borrower)
Current Address of Original Grantor,
Assuming Party, or Current Owner
Original Beneficiary (Lender)
Date of Deed of Trust
Date Of Recording and/or Re -Recording of Deed of
Trust
Recording Information
TO THE PUBLIC TRUSTEE OF JEFFERSON COUNTY (The County of the Public Trustee who is the appropriate
grantee to whom the above Deed of Trust should grata an interest in the property described in the Deed of Trust.)
PLEASE EXECUTE AND RECORD A RELEASE OF THE DEED OF TRUST DESCRIBED ABOVE. The indebtedness secured by the Deed of
Trust has been fully or partially paid and/or the purpose of Ate Deed of Trust has been fully or partially satisfied in regard to the property encumbered
by the Decd of Trust as described therein as to a full release or, in the event of a partial release, only Atat portion of the real property described as:
(IF NO LEGAL DESCRIPTION !S LISTED THIS WILL HE DEEMED A FULL RELEASE.)
Pursuant to § 38-39-102 (3), Colorado Revised Statutes, in support of this Request for Release of Deed of Trust, the undersigned, as the owner of the
evidence of debt secured by the Deed of Trust described above, or a Title Insurance Company authorized to request the release of a Deed of Trust
pursuant to § 38-39-102 (3) (c), Colorado Revised Statutes, in lieu of the production or exhibition of the original evidence of debt with this Request
for Release, certifies as follows:
1. The purpose of the Deed of Trust has been fully or partially satisfied.
2 The original evidence of debt is not being exhibited or produced herewith.
3. It is one of the following entities (check applicable box):
a. ❑x The holder of the original evidence of debt that is a qualified holder, as specified in § 38-39-102 (3) (a), Colorado Revised Statutes, that
agrees that it is obligated to indemnify the Public Trustee for any and all damages, costs, liabilities, and reasonable attorney fees incurred
as a result of the action of the Public Trustee taken in accordance with this Request for Release;
b. The holder of the evidence of debt requesting the release of a Deed of Trust without producing or exchibiting the original evidence of
debt that delivers to the Public Trustee a Corporate Surety Bond as specified in § 38-39-102 (3) (b), Colorado Revised Statutes; or
C. 0 A Title Insurance Company licensed and qualified in Colorado, as specified in § 38-39-102 (3) (c), Colorado Revised Statutes, that
agrees that it is obligated to indemnify the Public Trustee for any and all damages, costs, liabilities, and reasonable attorney fees incurred
as a result of the action of the Public Trustee taken in accordance with this Request for Release;
Coors Credit Union, 816 Washington Avc. Golden, CO 80401
Name and Address of the Holder of the Evidence of Debt Secured by teed of Trust (Lender)
or name and address of the Title Insurance Company Authorized to Request the Release of a Deed of Trust
Tina Wickes, Lending Manager 816 Washington Ave. Golden, CO 80401
arae, TTitle and Address of O�cer, Agent ur Aaomcy of the Holder of the Evidence of Debt Secatrcd by Deal of Tnrst (Lender)
l
ertature — Signature ROSEANN DUGAN
N t P bl'
State of Colorado , County of Jefferson
The foregoing Request for Release was acknowledged before
me on March30, 2017 (date} by*
Tina Wickes
AUGUST 19, 2018 Date Conunission Expires
"If applicable, insert title of oMca and name of correct ozena and holder
o ary u is
State of Colorado
Notary ID # 20084039416
My Commission Expires 11'-134b20
otary Public "'Witness my band and official seal
RELEASE OF DEED OF TRUST
2980 UPHAM ST
t urrent Hlluress of Vrhglnai VlalleVI,
WHEATRIDGE CO 80033 Assuming Party, or Current Owner
Check here if current address is unknown
COORS CREDIT UNiON
-b4/12/2014
04/17/2014
Original Beneficiary (Lender)
Date of Deed of Trust
Dale of Recording and/or Re -Recording of Deed of
Trust
JEFFERSON, 2014028729 Recording Information
County Rcpt. No. and/or Film No. andfur Book/Page No. and/or Torrens Reg, No.
TO THE PUBLIC TRUSTEE OF JEFFERSON COUNTY (The County of die Public Trustee who is the appropriate
grantee to whom the above Deed of Trust should grant an interest in the property described in the Deed of Trust.)
PLEASE EXECUTE AND RECORD A RELEASE OF THE DEED OF TRUST DESCRIBED ABOVE. The indebtedness secured by the Decd of
Trust has been fully or partially paid and/or the purpose of the Deed of Trust has been fully or partially satisfied in regard to the property encumbered
by the Deed of Trust as described therein as to a full release or, in the event of a partial release, only that portion of the real property described as:
(IF NO LEGAL DESCR/PT/ON /S LISTED THIS WILL HE DEEMED A FULL RELEASE.)
Pursuant to § 38-39-102 (3), Colorado Revisal Statutes, in support of this Request for Release of D=I of Trust, the undersigned, as the owner of the
evidence of debt secured by the Deed of Trust described above, or a Tillc insurance Company authorized to request the release of a Deed of Trust
pursuant to § 38-39-102 (3) (c), Colorado Revised Statutes, in lieu of the production or exhibition of the original evidence of debt with this Request
for Release, certifies as follows:
1. The purpose of the Deed of Trust has been fully or partially satisfied.
2 The original evidence of debt is not being exhibited or produLed herewith.
3. It is one of the following entities (check applicable box):
a. ❑x The holder of the original evidence of debt that is a qualified holder, as specified in § 38-39-102 (3) (a), Colorado Revised Statutes, that
agrees that it is obligated to indemnify die Public Trustee for any and all damages, costs, liabilities, and reasonable attorney fees incurred
as a result of die action of the Public Trustee taken in accordance with this Request for Release;
b. The holder of the evidence of debt requesting the release of a Deed of Trust without producing or exhibiting the original evidence of
debt that delivers to the Public Trustee a Corporate Surety Bond as specified in § 38-39-102 (3) (b), Colorado Revised Statutes; or
C. A Title Insurance Company licensed and qualified in Colorado, as specified in § 38-39-102 (3) (c), Colorado Revised Statutes, that
agrees that it is obligated to indemnify the Public, Trustee for any and all damages, costs, liabilities, and reasonable attorney fees incurred
as a result of the action of the Public Trustee taken in accordance with this Request for Release;
_ Coors Credit Union, 816 Washington Avc. Golden, CO 80401
Name and Address of the Holder of the Evidence of Debt Secured by Deed of Trust (Lander)
or name and address orthe Title Insurance Company Authorized to Request the Release of a Deed of Trust
Tina Wickes, Lending Manager 816 Washington Ave. Golden, CO 80401
ane, Title and Address of Officer, Agent, or Attorney of the I folder of the Evidence of Debt Secured by Deed of Trust (Lender)
%nature Sienature ROSEANN DUGAN
State of Colorado , County of
Jefferson
The foregoing Request for Release was acknowledged before
me on March 30, 2017 _ - - -(date) by*
Tina Wickes
AUGUST 19, 2018 Date Commission Expires
*Irapplicable, insert title uruflicer and name of correct owner and holder
Notary Public
State of Colorado
Notary ID # 20084039416
My Commission Expires 11'13-2" 20
otary Public -Witness my hand and official seal
RELEASE OF DEED OF TRUST
WHEREAS, the Grantor(s) named above, by Deed of Trust, granted certain real property described in the Deed of Trust to the Public Trustee of the
County referenced above, in the State of Colorado, to be held in trust to secure the payment of the indebtedness referred to therein; and
WHEREAS, the indebtedness secured by the Deed of Trust has been fully or partially paid and/or the purpose of the Deed of Trust has been fully or
partially satisfied according to the written request of the holder of the evidence of debt or Title Insurance Company authorized to request the release of
the Deed of Trust;
NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the premises and lite payment of the statutory stun, receipt of which is hereby acknowledged,1, as the Public
Trustee in the County named above, do hereby fully and absolutely release, cancel and forever discharge the Deed of Trust or that portion of the real
property described above in the Deal of Trust, together with all privileges and appurtenances thereto belongin .
TRrj,,r Margaret I Chapman
4 fie^ Public Trustee
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(1Japplicable, Name and Address of Person Creating Nein Legal Description as Re * d 8-35- l06S, Calorado Regis talules) '
0 2008 CPTA. All Rights reserved.Stacy Mosier April 04, 201dev. 07/08
City of
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TO
CASE MANAGER
CASE NO. & NAME:
CITY OF WHEAT RIDGE
PLANNING DIVISION STAFF REPORT
Community Development Director DATE: April 27, 2017
Scott Cutler
WA -17 -XX / Duran (Courtesy Review)
ACTION REQUESTED: Approval of a 7.5 -foot (50%) variance from the 15 -foot rear yard setback
requirement and a 3 -foot (20%) variance from the 15 -foot side yard setback
requirement, allowing a 24 -foot by 30 -foot garage to be constructed on property
located at 2980 Upham Street and zoned Residential -One (R-1)
LOCATION OF REQUEST: 2980 Upham Street
APPLICANT (S)
OWNER (S):
APPROXIMATE AREA
PRESENT ZONING:
PRESENT LAND USE:
Monica Duran
Monica and Steve Duran
17,567 Square Feet (0.403 Acres)
Residential -One (R-1)
Single Family Residential
ENTER INTO RECORD:
(X) CASE FILE & PACKET MATERIALS
(X) ZONING ORDINANCE
Location Map
Site
JURISDICTION:
this -
ease.
I. REQUEST
The applicant is requesting approval of a 7.5 -foot (50%) variance from the 15 -foot rear yard setback
requirement for a major accessory structure, as well as a 3 -foot (20%) variance from the 15 -foot side
yard setback requirement. The purpose of this variance is to allow for the homeowner to construct a
garage in the rear (northeast) corner of their yard.
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 garage in the northeast corner
of the lot. The property is located on Upham Street at the terminus of W. 301' Avenue. The existing
house sits on a 17,567 square foot parcel and was originally constructed in 1954 per the Jefferson
County Assessor (Exhibit 1). The property is zoned Residential -One (R-1), as are several properties to
the south on Upham Street and to the east on Teller Street. Properties across Upham Street to the west
and to the north are zoned Residential -One A (R -1A) (Exhibit 2).
The R-1 zone district provides for high quality, safe, quiet and stable low-density residential
neighborhoods, and prohibits activities of any nature which are incompatible with the low-density
residential character. In the R-1 zone district, a major accessory structure requires 15 -foot minimum
side and rear setbacks. The proposed garage will encroach upon these required setback, prompting the
request for a 7.5 -foot variance from the rear setback (50%), and a 3 -foot variance from the side setback
(20%).
The site plan (Exhibit 3), photographs (Exhibit 4), and proposal (Exhibits 5 and 6) illustrate that
alternatives in the rear yard are not possible due to the position of an existing mature Honey Locust
tree and the location of the existing driveway.
The applicant is proposing a substantial investment in the property, and has already improved the
property substantially with front yard landscaping and a front yard picket fence.
The parcel meets minimum standards for the R-1 zone district, and the garage meets the standards for
major accessory structures in residential zones. The following table compares the required R-1
development standards with the actual and proposed conditions:
R-1 Development Standards: Required Actual
Lot Area 12,500 square feet (min) 17,567 square feet
Lot Width 100 feet (min) 121.56 feet
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Building Coverage 1 25% (max) —17.1% (with garage)
Minor Accessory Building:
Required
Proposed Garage
Building Coverage
1,000 square feet (max)
713 square feet
Height
15 feet (max)
13.75 feet (at mid -roof)
Rear Setback (East)
15 feet (min)
7.5 feet
Side Setback(North)
15 feet (min)
12 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. Staff provides the following review and analysis of the variance criteria.
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.
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-1 zone district allows
accessory buildings of the proposed size, and many surrounding properties have similarly -sized
garages with setbacks of less than 15 feet. The property directly to the east, also zoned R-1, has
a large rear shed that encroaches into the current 15 -foot setback requirement. To note, the R-
1 A zones that surround the property on the north and west sides require a 10 -foot setback for
major accessory buildings. The two immediately adjacent properties to the north and east have
accessory structures in the area that would be appurtenant to the proposed garage. For that
reason, the setback encroachments may be less impactful to the character of the area than if
they were adjacent to an open yard.
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. Constructing a garage would allow the applicant to store
vehicles currently parked in the front driveway. Building a garage elsewhere in the rear yard is
possible, though it would require significant additional investment to construct a new driveway,
reconfigure the rear yard, and remove mature trees.
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Staff finds this criterion has been met.
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. However, an existing mature Honey Locust tree would interfere with the
construction of a garage that meets the setback requirements (Exhibit 4, Site Photos). The
applicant has spent a considerable amount of money to ensure the continued health of the tree,
including recent consultation with an arborist. Another smaller tree would also likely have to be
removed if the garage was built to the required setbacks.
The large rear yard could allow a garage meeting the setback requirements on the south side of
the property, but it would require the destruction of two mature front yard trees and the
construction of a second driveway through a wooded and fenced area.
Staff finds this criterion has been met.
5. The alleged difficulty or hardship has not been created by any person presently having an
interest in the property.
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. The property owner is also not responsible for the location of the
mature trees.
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.
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It is unlikely that the request would impair property values in the neighborhood. The garage
may in fact have a positive visual impact on the neighborhood, if vehicles currently tandem -
parked on the front driveway can be stored out of view in the new garage.
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.
Surrounding properties are similarly -sized and built in similar styles. Despite a few other
properties having similar conditions to the subject property, the unusual conditions
necessitating the variance request for the subject property are unique only to the subject
property.
Staff finds that this criterion has not 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 7.5 -foot (50%) variance from the required 15 -foot rear yard setback and a 3 -foot
(20%) variance from the required 15 -foot side yard setback. 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 to alter the essential character of the neighborhood.
2. The alleged hardship has not been created by any person presently having an interest in the
property.
3. The request would not be detrimental to public welfare.
4. Existing conditions on the property present a particular and unique hardship.
With the following conditions:
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1. The design and architecture of the proposed garage shall be consistent with representations
depicted in the application materials, subject to staff review and approval through review of a
building permit.
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EXHIBIT 1: AERIAL
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EXHIBIT 2: ZONING MAP
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EXHIBIT 3: SITE PLAN
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the original Building Permit with staff markups showing the intended location of the garage.
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EXHIBIT 4: SITE PHOTOS
View of the yard facing south. The stakes show the footprint of the garage if a 15 -foot setback was
required. The foundation of the garage would be approximately 2 feet from the roots, and the walls
and roof would likely interfere with upper branches. (Applicant provided photo)
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View of the south side of the property. While possible, creating a second driveway here would
disturb the improved front lawn and fence, and possibly the trees shown in this photo. It would also
result in a large portion of the front yard being paved.
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EXHIBIT 5: WRITTEN REQUEST #1
To Whom it May Concern,
We, the owners and residents, at 2980 Upham St would like to request a
setback variance of l 2ft on the North side of our property line and 6ft
setback on East side of property line. Not because the existing setbacks
are inconvenient, but as you can see in the photos provided,( the stakes
are set at the existing 15ft variance in photos) we have an estimated 80 -
year old Honey Locust tree, whose roots would be harmed if we were
made to follow the existing setbacks of 15ft. We recently spent $1800
dollars having this Honey Locust tree's health accessed and trimmed .
We were told by Tip Top Tree with a good trimming it would be around
for us to enjoy for years to come. At that time we were also told by Tip
Top Tree to make sure the concrete we are pouring for the driveway is at
least 81/2 feet away from the tree roots. Anything closer would weaken
the root system and would put this tree at risk. Same with a building
structure.
We have looked at building this garage on the South side of our property
but this is not feasible. We would have to remove a good portion of our
existing front and side yard to add a new driveway and would have to
remove and existing 80 year Honey Locust tree, not to mention the
added expense to an already existing expense of $25,000 for the
structure itself. Also our sewer line runs to the SE corner of our property
and prohibits using that area, along with limiting future access if sewer
lines need repaired.
In speaking with our neighbors, this variance would not interfere in any
way with their views, impair public health, safety, or comfort.
We have lived in this home for 23yrs and plan to be here for the rest of
our lives.
Your consideration and attention to this request is greatly appreciated.
Steve & Monica Duran
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EXHIBIT 6: WRITTEN REQUEST #2
Fri 04/21!2017 7:06 AM
Monica Duran <mdsu111van4321@comcast.net>
Re: Setback Variance Review
To Scott Cutler 7
Cc Lauren Kkulak 1
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You replied to this message on 04/21/2017 8:56 AM,
Hello Lauren & Scott.
Steve and I have been trying to look at every design option available that M=ould protect our Honey Locust tree and still meet our needs with our garage and
driveway.
We have reconfigured the shape of the driveway that I feel is a good compromise for all of us and would still meet our needs.
With that being said we would propose reconsideration of 12ft set back north side property line to garage and 71/2 ft setback east side property line to
garage.
Thank you for your patience as we have been trying to work through this process and your consideration is appreciated.
Monica & Steve Duran
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