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HomeMy WebLinkAbout05/16/13The meeting was called to order • Chair p INKMAN at 7:01 p.m. in the City Council Chambers • the Municipal Building, 7500 West 29 Avenue, Wheat Ridge, Colorado, Staff Members Present: Meredith Reckert, Senior Planner Lauren Mikulak, Planner 11 Mark Westberg, Project Supervisor Kim Waggoner, Recording Secretary 1 11 1 1 1 # Ittlitygnsli F 11RIPM001 r ,11: i", 7 llj i 1��! # # I # If 11 # * # I # # I III SIR # # Ul! # MIN MM, i - fl. PUBLIC FORUM (This is the time for any person to speak on any subject not appeari on the agenda.) ri Planning Commission Minutes May 1, 2013 Mum A. Case No. WA-13-05: ♦ application filed by Urban Green Development for setback variances for property zoned Residential Three (R-3), located at 5801 W. 38' Ave./4000 Fenton Ct. B. Case No. PBG-13-01: An application filed by Urban Green Development for a planned building group for 26 new residences (single family, duplexes and rowhouses) for property zoned Residential Three (R-3), located at 5801 W. 38' Ave./4000 Fenton Ct. C. Case No. MS-13-02: An application filed by Urban Green Development for approval of a 2-lot subdivision with right-of-way dedication located at 5801 W. 38 1h Ave./4000 Fenton Ct. Commissioner OHM asked if a 6 foot fence for the east and south neighbors is part of the concept plan. Ms. Reckert stated that would be considered during the building permit process. required for every 35 feet of street frontage. Commissioner OHM expressed his concern about there not being enough trees on the plan. Commissioner OHM asked about the detention pond. Mr. Westberg stated due to limited space an underground detention system was proposed. It will have a couple of manholes for access and maintenance. -=I?e existing nouse on TT property. Ms. Reckert deferred to the applicant. Commissioner TIMMS inquired about the site contamination referenced in the staff report. Ms. Reckert stated the site will need to be cleaned up due to the previous greenhouse use and pesticides previously utilized on the site. She deferred to the applicant. Planning Commission Minutes -2— May 1 6, 2013 Commissioner MATTHEWS asked if there would be a HOA and if the ameniti would be private, Ms. Reckert stated yes there would be a HOA and the amenities would be private. i #1510-3 to UUMA ZY41TJ :1 tv.# R-3 development stand s. Commissioner BUCKNAM asked if the property had ever been zoned agriculturally and asked for an explanation for the 4 phases shown on the site plan. Ms. Reckert stated the property has always been zoned R-3. Each quadrant represents a development phase. All the public improvements would have to be put in during the first phase. In response to Commissioner BUL CKNAM's questions, Ms. Reckert stated the existing house is a single story house. Planning Commission Minutes -3— May 16, 2013 Mr. Westberg: stated water and sewer lines traverse the site. Those are not cit services. The applicant will have to work with Wheat Ridge Water District o the final plans. A stonn sewer is planned on Fenton Ct. Mark Young 621 17 St., Suite 1777, Denver, CO 80293 The applicant stated he would answer any questions about the proposed project. Co on on the Exhibit I narrative in which the applicant stated they were not asking for any variances. Mr. Young explained it was based on a misunderstanding. In response to a question from Commissioner OHM, Mr. Young explained that much of the grass shown on the plan is located in areas used for drainage and water quality facilities. U11960 MAGIRM Commissioner TIMMS asked about the condition of the original house. Mr. Young stated it is in very good condition. The inside will • remodeled to new houses. A second story will not be added to the house. Commissioner TIMMS asked about the results of the Phase I and Phase 11 environmental assessments. Mr. Young stated there was contamination and they would need to remove 6 to 8 inches of dirt across 38,000 feet of the property. They plan to use the pole portion of the lot to remove the soil from the site. Commissioner TIM S asked about the pricing for the homes. Mr. Young explained that the energy efficient designs may result in higher home costs but long term savings for homeowners. Single family homes will range from the high Planning Commission Minutes - 4 — May 16, 2013 u • any restrictions tor parking boats and RVs. Mr. Young stated vehicles over a certain width and height will not • allowed unless such vehicles can fit inside a garage, Commissioner BUCKNAM asked the applicant about the phasing schedule shown on Ext 5 in the staff report. Mr. Young stated they refer to the construction of the homes, Public improvements will • installed before ally residences are constructed. Chair BR AN asked the applicant if the removed contaminated soil will be replaced. Mr. Young stated it would be. =par Ing tor mUffi and the number • bedrooms. Mr. Young stated the townhomes will ► 2 bedrooms. There is more parking on site than what is required, Mr. Young noted the fee in lieu ♦ parkland dedication is an investment in the communitri and additional open space on the site. Chair BRINKMAN asked if the building will be LEED Certified. Mr. Young gA*@W#W t • exceed LEED standards. does meet the requirement. The park fees will • determined by City Council. Planning Commission Minutes -5— May 16,2013 M I EMUM W a 9MMMIT I=# Ms stated her concerns about the evergreen trees • her property due to fbe-ri - i is multuallanug Dawn4 4055 Eaton St. Ms. DeBello inquired about the proposed fence and the timeline to build the project. Ms. Reckert stated the fence height and material is probably negotiable but should be consistent around the property. Janine Rose 5830 W. 39 Ave. Ms. Rose did not speak as her concerns have been addressed. Dave Newson 3985 Eaton St. Mr. Newson stated his concerns about the flagpole/alley as he uses it to access his property like many of the other neighbors. A fence will prevent rear property Planning Commission Minutes -6- May 16, 2013 access for the homes • Eaton. Mr. Newson would prefer 4-5 houses instead of • residences. Mary Ann Whitehead 4040 Fenton Ct. Joanna Buchholz 4075 Fenton Ct. Ms. Buchholz stated her concerns about traffic, safety and crime. Chris Whitehead 4040 Fenton Ct. Did not sj2eak as his concerns had been addressed, Noah Lorenz 4040 Fenton Ct. Di4, Tutt s,1Lal as his Darcy St. Aubin 5920 W. 39 Pl. Ms. Aubin stated her concern with the entrance on 39 place being narrow due to parking on both sides of the street. She is also concerned about safety for the children. Gary Wardle 5920 W. 39 Pl. Mr. Wardle stated his concerns for environmental hazards, fencing, lighting and the setback for the proposed structure next to his property. Patricia Clark 5975 W. 39 1h p l. Did not speak as her concerns had been addressed. Judy Vance 5760 W. 41" Ave. Did not speak as her concerns had been addressed, Lon Wheeler 5760 W. 41" Ave, Did not speak as his concerns had been addressed. Albert Hohl 5947 W. 39' Pl. Mr. Hohl voiced his concerns about the connection to 39"' Ave. and the interruption of the peacefulness in the neighborhood. Planning Commission Minutes -7— May 16, 2013 Carol Rowland 5950 Daniel Feinster 5925 W. 39 Pl. Mr. Feinster stated the plan does not consider the community. He suggested denial for the variance and right of way and re-do the plan. Hank Cordova 5785 W. 38 Ave. Mr. Cordova stated his concerns about the number of dwellings proposed and toxic waste during property clean-up. Dale Hurley 4090 Fenton Ct. Mr. Hurley stated his concerns about the noise, traffic, number of units and suggested access from 38 Ave. Patricia Allen 3945 Eaton St. Ms. Allen stated her concerns about semi-trucks, toxic waste, lack of communication from the developer, access of back yards on the flagpole/alley if a fence is erected and security for the proposed walkway through the flagpole, Sally Ronholdt 4075 Fenton Ct. Ms. Ronholdt voiced her concerns about density, number of units and the safety hazard of parked vehicles on both sides of Fenton along with the vehicles parked at Randall Park. Albert Hohl 5947 W. 39 fll Pl. Mr. Hohl expressed his concern with safety and crime. Planning Commission Minutes - 8 -- May 16, 2413 Ms. Hurley stated her concerns about the lack of police presence in the neighborhood and the number of dwellings, UZM13�1 � Mark Young The anDlicant addressed auesti*n-" • f Mr. Young stated access through Fenton Ct. and 39 PI. are the best options as traffic will be dispersed. The City recommended creating a path way through the flagpole. As for tax incentives, Urban Green is not asking for consideration from the city or state. Solar panels are subject to a state tax deduction, federal tax credit and a rebate from Xcel energy. The homes will be very efficient with almost no electric bills. Urban Green will pay for the cleanup of the contaminated soil and will use all 3 access points to do so. Contact information for the contractor will be provided the neighbors if I pro arise during construction. blems 1 1��11 1 1 # EIIIL Commissioner DURAN stated the neighbors wanted to be heard and thanked the applicant for answering all the questions. Planning Commission Minutes -9— May 16, 2013 Commissioner TIMMS asked if the flagpole/alley had any record of an access easement in the title work. Mr. Young stated no. Commissioner TIMMS asked if the flagpole/alley were to be used as an access easement, would that need to be placed on the pla Reckert stated yes, 146TMLOWNIKIM MM the homes. Mr. Young stated the single family dwellings would not qualify but the row houses can meet the standard for low income, Commissioner MATTHEWS inquired about the procedure to change pedestrian right-of-way to a public alley. Mr. Westberg stated Public Works would not want to maintain the alley due to budget restraints. Discussion regarding the flagpole/alley continued. Commissioner WEAVER asked if staff can recommend moving forward with the flagpole issue. Ms. Reckert stated staff is hesitant due to landscape coverage and safety. Chair BRINKMAN stated the flagpole/alley does not hinge on the variance request. Planning Commission could vote on the variance request separately. Commissioner BRINKMAN asked staff to address concerns about the parking on both sides of street on 39 Pl. Mr. Westberg stated it is a 47 foot right-of-way, two way street. The City does not assign no parking on streets, It isn't wide enough to accommodate parking and traveling. MM2332= In response to Commissioner OHM's suggestion of including a condition for parking on Fenton, Ms. Reckert stated staff is uncomfortable with applying conditions that are not on the site. Mr. Westberg stated typical parking permitt signs are issued only around schools and parks. I FRIPP1910"W1 Twrts7m largest variance. It is extreme, Planning Commission Minutes - 10 — May 16, 2013 Commissioner MATrHEWS asked staff when is the proper time to address the fence and landscaping issues. During the Planned Building Group. Ms. Reckert stateM yes. W�= �� '1111111111 R 'WiTly It was moved by Commissioner MATTHEWS and seconded by Commissioner DURAN to continue Case No. PBG-13-01, a request for approval of a nlanned building proup and Neighborhood Commercial (NC) located at 5801 W. 38 Ave./4000 Fenton Ct., for the following reason: 1. The developer work with staff and the community to determine access on the alley and the fencing conditions. # 0101 ► 47'X TPlV -LT-L date was designated. June 20, 2013 was designated for the hearing cIntinuance. Chair BRINKMAN stated the second part of the case has been continued to June 20, 2013. Ms. Reckert stated the alley disposition will affect the plat so the plat needs to be continued until June 20. Planning Commission Minutes May 1 6, 2013 111"M112mi tit) fill I 1114L Malk EEMI fin Motion approved 7-0. A. Conunissioner OHM asked staff about the status • the Wadsworth PEL. Mr. Westberg stated a consultant is to be hired then public meetings will occur, Commissioner OHM asked if there are plans for some type • pedestrian linkage to connect underneath 1-70 on Wadsworth. Mr. Westberg stated that the need for pedestrian connectivity along the corridor is identified in the Bike/Ped Master Plan. It was moved by Commissioner MATTHEWS and seconded by Commissioner WEAVER to adjourn the meeting at 10:30 p.m Motio� carried 7-0. F A A A Anne Brinkman, Chair kint Wa Planning Commission Minutes -12— May 1 6, 2013