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HomeMy WebLinkAbout02-15-181. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. -. Lily of ]�q'Wh6atRi�dge PLANNING COMMISSION Minutes of Meeting February 15, 2018 CALL THE MEETING TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by Vice Chair BODEN at 7:01 p.m. in the City Council Chambers of the Municipal Building, 7500 West 29th Avenue, Wheat Ridge, Colorado. ROLL CALL OF MEMBERS Commission Members Present Commission Members Absent: Dirk Boden Alan Bucknam Emery Dorsey Janet Leo Amanda Weaver Vivian Vos Donna Kimsey Scott Ohm Staff Members Present: Lauren Mikulak, Planning Manager Meredith Reckert, Senior Planner Dave Brossman, Development Review Engineer Tammy Odean, Recording Secretary PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE APPROVE ORDER OF THE AGENDA It was moved by Commissioner BUCKNAM and seconded by Commissioner WEAVER to approve the order of the agenda. Motion carried 6-0. APPROVAL OF MINUTES — January 18, 2018 It was moved by Commissioner WEAVER and seconded by Commissioner LEO to approve the minutes of January 18, 2018 as written. Motion carried 5-0-1 with Commissioner BODEN abstaining. PUBLIC FORUM (This is the time for any person to speak on any subject not appearing on the agenda.) Planning Commission Minutes February 15, 2018 -1— No one wished to speak at this time. 7. PUBLIC HEARING A. Case No. WZ-18-01: an application filed by Tom Kennedy for approval of a zone change from Agricultural -One (A-1) to Mixed Use -Neighborhood (MU -N) for the property located at 4433 Tabor Street. Ms. Reckert gave a short presentation regarding the zone change and the application. She entered into the record the contents of the case file, packet materials, the zoning ordinance, and the contents of the digital presentation. She stated the public notice and posting requirements have been met, therefore the Planning Commission has jurisdiction to hear this case. Commissioner BUCKNAM asked if the small strip of land to the southwest of the subject property is also A-1. Ms. Reckert said it is A-1 and is a part of the water detention that was created when I-70 on/off ramps were relocated about seven years ago. She added that the zoning on it will not be changed and that much of the right-of-way for I-70 is zoned A-1. Commissioner BUCKNAM then asked if there are any concerns with drainage if the zone change is approved due to the possibility of higher density on the land. Mr. Brossman said that during the design phase drainage will be addressed and any new development would have to have adequate facilities on site to handle drainage. Commissioner VOS wanted to confirm the zoning of the building to the north and asked if the zone change to MU -N will run with the land if the owners decide not to develop, but to sell instead. Ms. Reckert confirmed that the MU -N zoning would remain, regardless of ownership. Tom Kennedy, Applicant 11194 I-70 Frontage Rd North Mr. Kennedy gave a brief explanation behind his desire for the zone change to MU -N. He said the concept of becoming more environmentally conscious is beneficial and would create less vehicular traffic by developing a live/work product. The units would include office space on the main floor and apartments above, on the 2nd floor. He also added that he had enjoyed working with the City of Wheat Ridge staff. Planning Commission Minutes -2— February 2— February 15, 2018 John Clark, Resident 4665 Swadley Street Mr. Clark believes the staff at the City of Wheat Ridge is hard to work with and he felt it was inappropriate to indicate that three people had attended the neighborhood meeting in May because the two other people showed up late. He said he is not against development, but in fact is against changing the zoning for something in the future that could be much bigger or more intensive. He feels that MU -N is more valuable than an A-1 zoning and will just be sold for money. Mr. Clark does not want to see A-1 properties disappear because we need more grassland and feels Wheat Ridge is not sustainable if it is all asphalt. He expressed concerns that a vacant A-1 property on the east side of Tabor Street would be rezoned and redeveloped commercially. He expressed distrust of the City and of staff. Commissioner VOS commented that if the maximum height for residential use in MU -N is 35 feet and 50 feet for all other uses, she is worried something other than live/work will be developed. Ms. Mikulak explained that zoning runs with the land and it is appropriate to compare the different development standards to the commercial properties adjacent to this one not only the A-1 that it is zoned currently. Commercial -One (C-1) also has a height limit of 50 feet for buildings with commercial uses. The Commission needs to focus on the zoning not the potential for a live/work development because it is always possible that future development could be for any of the permitted uses. It was moved by Commissioner BUCKNAM and seconded by Commissioner WEAVER to recommend APPROVAL of Case No. WZ-18-01, a request for approval of a zone change from Agricultural -One (A-1) to Mixed Use - Neighborhood (MU -N) for property located at 4433 Tabor Street, for the following reasons: 1. The proposed zone change will promote the public health, safety, or welfare of the community and does not result in an adverse effect on the surrounding area. 2. The proposed zone change is consistent with the goals and objectives of the City's Comprehensive Plan and Fruitdale Subarea Plan 3. The proposed zone change is consistent with the character of Tabor Street. 4. The zone change will provide opportunity for reinvestment in the area. 5. The criteria used to evaluate a zone change support the request. Commissioner BUCKNAM explained he is going to support the motion because Tabor Street is between the neighborhood on the east and the commercial on the west and it is appropriate for a mixed use zoning and the uses would be in character with the neighborhood. Planning Commission Minutes -3— February 3— February 15, 2018 Commissioner WEAVER added that she works and lives among agricultural uses and when you don't have large continuous spaces it is hard to do agricultural work. She explained that when you look at the zoning map there are not agricultural activities being done in the A-1 zone districts. Commissioner WEAVER added that the City of Wheat Ridge has done an excellent job at creating zone districts for what is appropriate for the neighborhoods. Vice Chair BODEN called for a vote. Motion recommending APPROVAL carried 5-1 with Commissioner VOS voting no. B. Case No. MS -17-08: an application filed by Brad Weiman, for approval of a 4 -lot subdivision for single family homes located at 3275 Quail Street. Ms. Mikulak gave a short presentation regarding the subdivision and the application. She entered into the record the contents of the case file, packet materials, the zoning ordinance, and the contents of the digital presentation. She stated the public notice and posting requirements have been met, therefore the Planning Commission has jurisdiction to hear this case. Commissioner LEO asked if the applicant is also the developer. Ms. Mikulak said the applicant is not the current property owner, he is the one entitling the property and believes he also plans to develop it, but will let him explain his role. Commissioner VOS asked for clarification on the Forestry Division's referral comments related to the landscaping in the drainage area. Ms. Mikulak said that design standards have recently been adopted for drainage features that includes making open channel drainage more natural with native seed, grasses and bushes. This subject's drainage will not be cement, but will be natural looking. The Forestry Division had commented on the proposed plant materials and seed mix. Commissioner VOS commented that this property was platted as a part of Applewood Estates and wondered if it will still be a part of Applewood Estates. Ms. Mikulak explained that with a replat it will become its own Quail Creek Subdivision. Commissioner DORSEY asked why lot one is much bigger than the other lots. Planning Commission Minutes -4— February 4— February 15, 2018 Ms. Mikulak said the applicant can answer this question, but explained that even though lots 2, 3 and 4 look small in comparison they exceed the minimum lot size in the R-1 zone district which is 12,500 sq. ft. Commissioner BUCKNAM wanted condition number 3 confirmed from the possible approved motion. He asked if it means only lots 1 and 2 cannot get a building permit until there is a demolition permit for the current house on the property. Ms. Mikulak confirmed this condition. Commissioner BUCKNAM asked if there is also a drainage on the west side of the church site. Mr. Brossman explained there are two tributaries that carry water from a large basin in the Lakewood area to Lena Gulch, on either side of the Baptist church property. The one on this subject property will be a 48 inch pipe that will carry a bulk of the flow from 32nd and Quail. This drainage design was reviewed carefully and will connect to Quail Hollow subdivision on its way to Lena Gulch. Commissioner BODEN asked if the cement detention structure to the northwest of the property will be maintained. Mr. Brossman explained the HOA from this subdivision will have to maintain this area. Commissioner BODEN also asked if some of the trees on the subject property will be preserved. Staff recommended the applicant address this. Brad Weiman, Applicant 4455 W 30t' Avenue, Denver Mr. Weiman gave a brief background of himself and growing up in the surrounding area of West Arvada and Golden areas and wanting his kids to have the same great experiences he did. He said he is a developer by profession and plans to develop the four lots and live with his family on lot 1. He wanted a big lot for his kid to play on. He explained he will keep as many trees as possible, but will get rid of some of the trees that are not very healthy and those in conflict with homes or drainage improvements. He does have plans to add some trees. Will Sugai, Resident 11158 West 33rd Avenue Mr. Sugai asked if the lot will be elevated and by how much. Also, he asked about the drainage easement on the east side of the subject property that is being vacated. Planning Commission Minutes -5— February 5— February 15, 2018 He thought it is part of the drainage from the other side of the street and wondered if that drainage will be built into the new calculations. Mr. Weiman said the current elevation will be raised about 24 inches above the drainage features, but no higher than the level of the sidewalk. He also added the homes will be 2 -story. Mr. Weiman said the existing drainage has been accounted for and the pipe will be tied to the drainage on the subject property. Nathan Laudick, Civil Engineer Mr. Laudick explained that a 30 -inch pipe will connect to the existing drainage structure on Quail Street into the new drainage facilities. It was moved by Commissioner WEAVER and seconded by Commissioner LEO to recommend APPROVAL of Case No. MS -17-08, a request for approval of a 4 -lot subdivision on property zoned Residential -One (R-1) and located at 3275 Quail Street, for the following reasons: 1. All agencies can provide services to the property with improvements installed at the developer's expense. 2. The requirements of Article IV of the zoning and development code have been met. With the following conditions: 1. Note 11 on sheet one shall be modified by replacing the first two sentences with the following text: "Utility easements are granted on private property as shown herein." 2. Add plat note: "A consolidation plat must be applied for Lots 1 and 2 if the existing house is not demolished within 2 years of recordation of this plat." 3. No building permit shall be issued for Lots 1 or 2 until a demolition permit is issued for the existing home. 4. The developer shall enter into a subdivision improvement agreement whereby all required infrastructure improvements are in place prior to issuance of building permits for individual lots. 5. The developer shall pay fees in lieu of parkland dedication in the amount of $7,491.87 at the time of plat recording. 6. The Homeowners' Association covenants be reviewed and approved by Staff prior to issuance of building permits. Motion carried 6-0 Commissioner Weaver stated she is supporting this motion because the drainage will be improved in this area. Planning Commission Minutes -6— February 6— February 15, 2018 8. OLD BUSINESS 9. NEW BUSINESS Ms. Mikulak mentioned that it is anticipated there will be Planning Commission hearings on March 1 and March 15. She also shared an article written by an attorney from the City of Wheat Ridge attorney's office regarding quasi-judicial and ex parte issues. 10. ADJOURNMENT It was moved by Commissioner DORSEY and seconded by Commissioner VOS to adjourn the meeti at 8:19 p.m. Motion carried 6-0. 1 Sc6 hm, Chair Robin Eaton, Deputy City Clerk Planning Commission Minutes February 15, 2018 -7—