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HomeMy WebLinkAbout07/27/1995C I T Y 0 F W H E A T R I D G E CALL THE MEETING TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order by Chairman JUNKER at 7:32 P.M. on July 27, 1995, in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Building, 7500 West 29th Avenue, Wheat Ridge, Colorado. Bill Echelmeyer Paul Hovland Robert Howard Susan Junker Edwin Rossillon Robert Walker Tom Abbott Jerry Sang (interim) Meredith Reckert, Planner Sean McCartney, Planner Mary Lou Chapla, Secretary The following is the official set of Board of Adjustment minutes for the Public Hearing of July 27, 1995. A set of these minutes is retained both in the office of the City Clerk and in the Department of Planning and Development of the City of Wheat Ridge. WHEAT RIDGE BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT MINUTES OF MEETING: July 27, 1995 Page Motion was made by Board Member HOWARD, seconded by BoarA Member ROSSILLON, that the agenda be approved as printed. Motion carried 6-0. 3. PUBLIC FORUM (This is the time for anyone to speak on any subject not appearing • the agenda.) WHEAT RIDGE BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT MINUTES OF a.- WHEAT RIDGE BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT MINUTES • MEETING: July 27, 1995 Page 4 Board Member ROSSILLON asked of staff what is the development north, and Mr. McCartney replied it is a duplex also. Mr. Hildebrand said they have an easement across the lot t the north which will tie into that and then into the sewe • 38th Avenue; the sewer company preferred us to do that way rather than dig up the street and put in a new line. I Chairman JUNKER asked what is the setback to the north, and Mr. McCartney stated he does not know exactly, but he knows they all meet requirements of at least 5 feet. • further questions were asked. Motion was made by Board Member ROSSILLON, that Case NO. WA- 95-22, an application • Saturn Services Corporation be APPROVED for the following reasons: 1. The development standards for Section 26-14 must be complied with and the site plan and building permit be submitted. Motion was seconded • Board Member ECAELMEYER. Motion carried 6-0. Resolution attached. B. Cage Ng. WA-25-23: An application by Quantum CM, Inc. for approval • a 20 foot variance to the 50 foot front yard setback for property zoned Industrial. Said property is located at 7881 W. 48th Avenue. Sean McCartney presented the staff report. All pertinent documents were entered into record, which Chairman JUNKER accepted. Board Member ECHELMEYER asked what the distance is from the furthest extreme • the building to the south to the street, and Mr. McCartney replied 30 feet. Roard Member HOWARD wanted to know what is the general shap of the property, and Mr. McCartney replied the property at 7881 is triangle in shape and is one lot. Board Member HOWARD said the land use should be changed fro vacant to not vacant as it is being used, and asked if the owner is present tonight, and Mr. Skeeters of Quantum CM said they are representing the owner. I Board Member HOWARD said in the past the Board has been ve concerned as to whether the owner has advised us that the application is authorized, Noting,the owner was not present, Board Member HOWARD suggested to continue the hearing on this case. I Board Member ECHELMEYER said he would just as soon hear what the owner's representative has to say and then if that isn't sufficient then we could wait for the owner. WHEAT RIDGE BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT MINUTES OF MEETING: July 27, 1995 Page 6 Board Member ROSSILLON asked since there are two streets, the applicant can have two signs, and Ms. Reckert answered yes, he could build another sign twice the size ♦ this one. WHEAT RIDGE BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT MINUTES OF 1995 p.- 1IM16"il UORM board Member HOWARD asked if his tenants were advertising that they are in the Chase Plaza • at a specific address, anM the applicant replied Chase Plaza. Board Member HOWARD asked if there had been any thought to a free-standing sign at this end of the property, and Mr. Wieringa replied no because he would not want to see that because he is not big on signs himself. Board Member HOVLAND said he did use to live in that area and does not remember seeing any sign going up and he feels it does have a beneficial effect on identifying the center. Most of the individuals signs on the buildings get lost. He also feels it is more attractive that a free-standing sign. Board Member WALKER asked if he had the address listed the sign on 38th Avenue, and Mr. wieringa replied yes. WHEAT RIDGE BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT MINUTES OF MEETING: July 27, 1995 Page 9 3. The variance would not effect the area or be detrimental to the public welfare, increase the fir4 danger or increase traffic congestion. motion was seconded by Board Member HOWARD. Motion carrie 6-0. Resolution attached. I 7. NEW BUSINESS A. Discussion followed regarding Case No. WA-95-23 B. Discussion followed on variance going to City Council. C. Approval of Minutes: Motion was made by Board Member HOVLAND, seconded by Board Member WALKER, that the minutes of April 27, 1995, be approved as printed. Motion carried 6-0. Motion was made by Board Member HOWARD, seconded by Board ROSSILLON, that the minutes of June 22, 1995, be approved as printed. Motion carried 6-0. Motion was made by Board Member ROSSILLON, seconded by Boar Member HOWARD, that the meeting be adjourned. Meeting adjourned at 9:02