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HomeMy WebLinkAbout09/04/14ity of atRdew PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA September 4, 2014 Notice is hereby given of a Public Meeting to be held before the City of Wheat Ridge Planning Commission on September 4, 2014 at 7:00 p.m., in the City Council Chambers of the Municipal Building, 7500 West 29th Avenue, Wheat Ridge, Colorado. Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to participate in all public meetings sponsored by the City cif m eat Ridge. Call Heather Geyer, Public Information Of icer at 303-235-2826 �f at least one week in advance of a meeting ifyou are interested in participating and need inclusion assistance. I � � � � k M 114 4. APPROVE THE ORDER OF THE AGENDA (Items of new and old business may be recommended for placement on the agenda.) INBUQUAN6.0 W. t' # jilylvilgill fall tw-gim Ititim, mati i # 11111111MIM A. Case No. WZ-14-07: An application filed by Rocky Germano for approval of a zone change from Neighborhood Commercial (NC) to Mixed Use-Neighborhood (MU-N) for property located at 4360 Gray Street. NIUMUMI =4 T1 *Agenda packets and minutes are available online at littp://www.ci.wheatridge.co.us/95/Planning-Commission . CALL THE MEETING TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by Chair TIN Chambers of the Municipal Building, 750)0) W 2. ROLL. CALL OF MEMBERS Commission Members Present: Annie Br Emery D Scott Clam eve Tian p.m. in the City Council nue, Wheat Ridge, Colorado. (a Reckert, Senior Planner 01 k, Public Works Director a goner, Recording Secretary 3. 11 a R1 ._. HEAGENDA It was move ioner OHM to approve the i genda. Motion i APPROVAL it was moved by Commissioner BUCKNAM and seconded by Commissioner WEAVER to approve the minutes of Motion ! Commissioners 0-2 with BRINKMAN and OHM abstaining. PUBLIC on the agenda.) Planning Commission Minutes August 21, 2014 im A. Case No. WS-14-02: A request filed by William Lyq,#s, Jr. for approval of a 13-lot major subdivision with right-of-way dedication f 'rt to y zoned Residential-One (R- 1) located at 3301 Quail Street and 3345 Quail ntinued from (T ns case was co the public hearing on July 17, 2014.) Chair BRINKMAN asked Ms. Reckert Ms. Reckert stated a public bearing w case was continued. She stated only t public testimony. The revisions are the from the Army Corps of Engineers rega , ocol si6 this case was continued, along wit testimony and the are to be r evze and discussed with ons"'to comply requirements ............ aii"ificat Ms. Reckert presented the case She i the staff table. She entered into the re materials, the zoning ordinance, the c( established jurisdiction. She stated PI to City Council which is the final autt presentation. She stated the applicant 25, 2014 with authorization to build m ►k, Director of Public Works at the case file and packet I W the digital presentation, She mill make a recommendation the staff report and digital f the nationwide permit on July modifications proposed. She stated the flag lot design for Lot 11 is necessary for the effective development of land. This design was most desirable based on street layout and drainage and meets the flag lot criteria contained in the Subdivision regulations. The applicant had previously stated there would be 3 to 6 feet of fill depending on the location and showed cross sections detailing the proposed lots post-development with their relationship to adjacent properties. Planning Commission Minutes August 21, 2014 -2— Commissioner WEAVER expressed concern regarding the drainage system. She asked how the water volume will change with the development. Ms. Reckert stated that a drainage report has been reviewed and approved. There is currently no drainage accommodation on the site and the proposed improvements will help the current situation, Commissioner WEAVER asked if Lena Gulch can accommodate the extra drainage. Ms. Reckert stated the tributary to Lena Gulch is Quail Creek and those are waters that the developer has to continue to accommodate because historic flows must be maintained. These flows will go into a pipe that runs along the east I boundary of the subdivision to Lena Gulch. Mr. Brink stated the proposed developed is should have no effect on Lena Gulch or its Commissioner DORSEY commented water. Discussion continued regarding the Chair BRINKMAN asked if Tract A since the tract was m NNQ= IN BE 364511 1,61w,W's St., Mr. Bisl at, water. We T*k i o to ability for that photos of the dev'(' to be developed. ' will limit IN ME flood. The development development is"'014c Teating any more Lot 5 and its relationship to ie lot size and the building is wat e , f than what is required. He showed photos stated "',", elevations abutting adjacent property lines lb I c"' ed three feet. He stated the drainage the tri##t feels like an irrigation ditch because it is always full of 0 0 11111, R provq he Army Corps of Engineers that we would maintain the er to stain the wetlands. He reviewed the drainage system using 10"C t The FEMA and Urban Drainage study accounted for the site lid'development is outside of the floodplain. Commissioner OHM asked if Tract A will be vegetated. Mr. Bishop stated Tract A will remain natural and undisturbed. Commissioner OHM asked about the purpose of Tract B. Mr. Bishop stated it is a water quality pond that is treating water before it is released into Lena Gulch. Ms. Weaver wondered whether Consolidated Water was consulted about controlling water released by the Maple Grove darn at 27"' and Youngfield. Planning Commission Minutes -3— August 21 , 2014 Mr. Brink stated in response to floods last fall, several entities including Consolidated Water, Urban Drainage District, City of Wheat Ridge and Lakewood meet several times to review the emergency procedures for the dairm. The emergency plan is currently being updated based on the modeling and actual rainfalls last fall. Chair BRINKMAN opened the public hearing. Debbie Perri 3831 Miller St. Ms. Perri owns vacant property to the west. She read a letter into the record regarding her concerns about drainage and the proposed elevation changes for the development. She asked about the drainage ditches on the west side and the proposed retaining wall. Brian Cat-ter 2290 Crest Dr., Lakewood, CO Mr. Carter expressed concern about the increase in the amount of impervious area due to development of the site and the impact on Lena Gulch. Arthur Gibbard 3415 Quail St. Mr. Gibbard lives on Quail concern about flood waters coming into his yard. He inquired about the adjacent p_'5, a rty, the wetlands and the fill. He also asked if the new homeowners, will have to ;baby flood "' turance. Discussion continued regarding about the drainage system, the proposed fill dirt and impact on adjacent properties. Commissioner OHM asked about the size of the swale and whether trees and shrubs can be planted in it. Mr. Lyons stated the intention is to put plant materials at the top of the Planning Commission Minutes -4— August 21, 2014 swale along the driveway. Mr. Bishop clarified that the swale is eight feet wide with one foot of freeboard so four which should accommodate trees and shrubbery. Chair BRINKMAN closed the public hearing. It was moved by Commissioner BUCKNAM and seconded by Commissioner OHM to recommend approval of Case No. WS-1402, a request for approval of a thirteen- lot major subdivision plat for property located at 3301 and 3345 Quail Street, for the following reasons: 1. The revised subdivision plat is consistent with the approval by the Army Corps of Engineers. 2. The proposed lots meet or exceed the R-lzone district regulations. 3. All requirements of the subdivision "#61 lations have been met. y districts can serve the proper' 4. Utility 0,100 4th improvements installed at the developer's expense. With the following conditions: 1. A Subdivision Improveen "cuted whereby all public mt , , It ,Agreement' improvements are to be in place prior to iss`u'e of building permits for individual lots. 2. The developer pay park fees at time of plat record J the amount of $32,464.77. 3. The Homeowners' Association coVenotits be reviewed and approved by Staff. Commissioner WEAVER stated she feels like there is not information from the City about the impact of drainagel Una Gulch and that there needs to be a more comprehensive exarnihattipvt of the intpact ofthe water on other properties. She stated she will not sunoort the motion. Motion approved 43 with Commissioners WEAVER, TIMMS and POPP voting No. Ms. Reckert stated the case will be heard by City Council on September 22. The commission took a I 0-minute break at 8:21 p.m. B. i Case No. WZ-14-06: A request filed by Calier Capital, LLC for approval of a zone change from Residential-Two (R-2) to Planned Residential Development (PRD) with an Outline Development Plan for property located at 7671 W. 32" Avenue and 3299 Wadsworth Boulevard. Ms. Reckert presented the case. She entered into the record the contents of the case file and packet materials, the zoning ordinance, the comprehensive plan and the digital presentation. Jurisdiction was established. She stated Planning Commission will make a Planning Commission Minutes -5— August 21, 2014 Commissioner POPP stated she has strong co the traffic impact study. Sh ed of footprint of development. 77, , Commissioner proposed. -1 lack of sidewalks as a public the applicant to move lots 1-6 � was additional conversation ilding coverage. She stated a condition could is about traffic and asked for a copy of 4affic generated by the units on the of tract A and whether a fence is Commission ei HM exprc e concert* sight distance visibility with the crosswalk. Ms. Reckert stated "' could be review6d with Public Works. Commissioner OHM t discussion about a crosswalk between lot 6& , ea ring, ante , at the "here W#s' , disc .,, *vio 20 , 'Recke ,% itiM 6ed the cb�ssi6iftb that add as a condition. 10" 911 Terrac littict6"o 80124 Mr. P ikstated, the con hitinity has expressed interest in ranch style homes and the models rip re more bu ... I. . .... ng coverage than 40%. Lots one through six will only be able to acconm� two - star' homes. Commissioner 1461$ "M asked if there was any chance of a sidewalk being installed. Planning Commission Minutes -6— August 21, 2014 need to compartmentalize the community from the landscaping; and green space that exists along the perimeter. Commissioner WEAVER asked the applicant if they are willing to limit the development to six model A's. Mr. Fritz stated limiting to eight would be tine. Discussion continued about location for the ranch models. Commissioner POPP asked about the potential traffic increase and stated the pedestrian options are limited on Wadsworth. She asked about thnsity relative to the traffic M �� . impacts. Mr. Fritz stated the traffic study indicated would be no discernible impact on traffic in the area. Mr. Fritz believes tlle dove twill be a nice neighborhood that fits the urban design with a mix of people i�'oung urban professionals and retirees. Commissioner POPP stated that in her opinion, lamer lot and home sizes which are a huge attra Ms. Reckert stated a traffic report was submitte She continued that all of the Qaty's adopted guii fl the Wadsworth Subarea Pla e Neighbort referenced with land use app l of of living situations. Commissioner stop further to reason for bus Wheat Ridge l�i �"" identity with the ction for people toxpve to Wheat Ridge. I and Public Work comments. ling documents {Envisi heat Ridge, ood Revitalization Strategy) are those identify the need for alternate types passibility to relocated 32nd Ave. bus rew sleet, Chair BRIKMAN stated the and "e vision impaired. the development. He asked if there is a fence along the ditch. e triangle will be obstructed no matter where the bus stop is with a restriction of six to eight lots for ranch style models. Planning; Commission Minutes -7 August 21, 2014 the project. He had no opposition to allow more than eight ranches as long as they meet the requirements. Mr. Fritz stated the fence by the ditch will be a split rail fence. He asked if the limitation could be modified to eight ranch style homes at the 50% building maximum with additional ranch style homes at the 40% building maximum. There was discussion about the proposed limitation and language for a condition on the motion. Ms. Reckert stated the public hearing on June 19 friendly amendment to have staff work on the crosswalk location which was " luded in the recommended motion g m, . . . ...... for tonight and if still desired it should be Chair BRINKMAN closed the public # # seconded by Co 4, a req► t for props "'Wsi-'located at 7671 W.' the fot ins; reasons: er WEAVElk to of a zone 1. The proposal is consistent with the City's guiding"40"puments including the Wadsworth Subarea Plan, the Neighborhood RevitalizA hn Strategy an Envision Wheat Ridge. 2. The proposed zoning and density provide a logical land use transition between Wadsworth, the surrounding higher density developments and the low density neighborhood to the west. 3. The proposal meets the zone change criteria. A A H ronuirpmentv for An Outline Develonment Plan have been met. following Planning Commission Minutes August 21, 2014 Commissioner OHM indicated that it is refreshing to see shared driveways which will hide the garages and eliminates more impervious areas. Eventually he hopes there will be a continuous sidewalk along Wadsworth that will connect to the l ight rai I station. Commissioner BUCKNAM stated lie is in support of the motion and the added crosswalk is an acceptable solution. Chair BRINKMAN stated she was around when the 2006 case was heard. One of the big concerns was traffic on 32" Avenue as there was no turn signal on Wadsworth. A turn lane and signal was added about a month after and it helps the traffic flow. A a Motion approved 6-1 with Commissioner [0 A. Chair BRINKMAN stated Donna application for District IV for Planni B. Ms. Reckert stated there is one case for update. Staff is also trying t b ,dule a st NURIOMMM .0 0 IffiffiEffim AM to ad-id the fi Uniz at 9 Im Planning Commission Minutes August 21, 2014 fiSLAZIULUMLLU andards and sign code will be will be initiated later in the fall. passed a 90-day moratorium flzim���Im Kim Wap- oner, Recording Seeretalm CITY OF WHEAT RIDGE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT STAFF REPORT TO: Planning Commission CASE MANAGER: Lauren Mikulak DATE OF MEETING: September 4, 2014 CASE NO. & NAME: WZ -14 -07 / Germano ACTION REQUESTED: Approval of a zone change from Neighborhood Commercial (NC) to Mixed Use - Neighborhood (MU -N) LOCATION OF REQUEST: 4360 Gray Street APPLICANT(S): Rocco Germano on behalf of Deborah Benetti PROPERTY OWNER(S): Deborah Benetti APPROXIMATE AREA: 8130 Square Feet (0.19 Acres) PRESENT ZONING: Neighborhood Commercial (RC) PRESENT LAND USE: Converted residential structure, used most recently for professional offices COMPREHENSIVE PLAN: Neighborhood Commercial Corridor/ Neighborhood ENTER INTO RECORD: (X) CASE FILE & PACKET MATERIALS (X) COMPREHENSIVE PLAN (X) ZONING ORDINANCE (X) DIGITAL PRESENTATION SITE Case No. WZ -14 -07 / Germano LOCATION MAP All notification and posting requirements have been met; therefore, there is jurisdiction to hear this case. I. REQUEST Case No. WZ -14 -07 is an application by Rocco Germano requesting approval of a zone change from Neighborhood Commercial C) to Mixed Use - Neighborhood (MU -N) for property located at 4360 Gray Street The proposed rezoning area includes one parcel, the total area of which is approximately 0. 19 acres. The purpose of the zone change is to expand possible uses for the property including the option of converting the structure back to a residential occupancy. II. EXISTING CONDITIONS Subject Property The property is located at 4360 Gray Street which is in the northeast quadrant of the City, one lot south of W. 44 Avenue. The property is currently zoned Neighborhood Commercial (NC) which allows for various types of office uses including administrative, professional and personal services. The NC zone district is the most restrictive commercial zone district in the City, allowing only a very limited range of retail uses which are neighborhood oriented. The district is not intended to include general retail uses that serve the community or region. The subject property is part of Seger Subdivision and is 8,130 square feet (0.19 acres) in size. The primary structure on the property was originally built in 1948 as a single family home. Since that time, the building was converted for commercial use. City business license records indicate that Benetti Bookkeeping and Tax Service was licensed at 4360 Gray Street at least as early as 1990. The business was approved as a commercial location as opposed to a home -based business. Building permit records are incomplete and do not indicate specifically when the structure was converted from a residential to commercial occupancy, but the Jefferson County Assessor classifies the site as commercial. It appears that a residential occupancy may have been a secondary use which is permitted in the NC zone district. Because of its original construction as a home and the subsequent low - intensity office use, the interior still retains a residential character. The structure is a single -story with an open floor plan and is 1,443 square feet in size. There is a small commercial parking area located in the front yard, but the ro ert has a detached alley- loaded garage, two bathrooms, a modest kitchen, and a gazebo The property has been on the market for several months, but most potential purchasers are interested in using the property residentially. The applicant and property owner are seeking a zone change to allow more options for potential purchasers in terms of use and financing Letter of Requc+ Surrounding Zoning and Land Use The site is currently zoned Nei hborhood Commercial (NC) and is surrounded by residential and commercial uses . To the north and northwest along W. 44 Avenue are parcels zoned Restricted Commercial (RC) and Commercial -One (C -1). These properties include a clothing store, RadioShack, carwash and pawnshop. To the south is a neighborhood zoned Case No. WZ -14 -07 / Germano Residential -Three (R -3) which includes mostly single - family homes. The property immediately to the west of the subject site is zoned RC, but is used as a single family home. III. PROPOSED ZONING The applicant is requesting to rezone the property to Mixed Use - Neighborhood (MU -N), a zone district that is generally located along neighborhood main streets and at neighborhood commercial centers. The zone district allows a variety of land uses including residential, civic, and a limited range of neighborhood - serving commercial and retail uses. The MU -N zone district is very similar to the NC —the City's lowest intensity, straight commercial zone districts —in that they allow neighborhood- oriented commercial uses. A significant difference between MU -N and the straight commercial zone districts is in the treatment of residential uses. In the NC zone districts, residential uses are permitted on a very limited basis per section 26 -626 of the city code. Existing residential uses may continue, but new residential uses must be accessory to a commercial use. Because the subject property was previously converted entirely to a commercial use, it cannot be converted back to a primary residential use under the current NC zoning. Unlike NC, in the MU -N zone district new residences are permitted uses (including single - family homes). The applicant has expressed that most potential purchasers have expressed a desire to convert the subject property back to a full -time residential occupancy. The MU -N zoning will allow for the desired residential use and will also preserve for future tenants the possibility of live /work or commercial uses. Although new development is not being proposed at this time, the following table compares the proposed and existing standards that would apply to the subject property. In general, the MU -N and NC zone districts are very similar in terms of development standards with slight differences in the setback and lot coverage requirements. Because the subject site is located in the Traditional Overlay of the Architectural and Site Design Manual (ASDM), the NC and MU -N zone districts are also very similar in terms of architectural standards. Case No. W7- 14-07 / Germano 1 Uses Allows new residential, commercial, Allows limited commercial and existing or mixed uses residential uses Architectural Stan ar Determined by mixed use code Determined by ASDM Building Height (max) 35 feet if building has residential use 35 feet 50 feet for all other buildings Build -to Area 0 -12 feet (60% of the build -to area same (along front lot lin shall contain building mass) Setbacks North: 0 feet North: 0 feet if nonflammable or South and West: 5 feet per story 10 feet for 1 -2 story South: 5 feet + 5 feet per story 15 feet for 3 story West: 10 feet + 5 feet per story 20 feet for 4 story Case No. W7- 14-07 / Germano [ndscapc Coverage (max) 90% for mixed use 80% 85% for single use / Open S 10% for mixed use 20% 15% for single use IV. ZONE CHANGE CRITERIA Staff has provided an analysis of the zone change criteria outlined in section 26- 122.E. The Planning Commission shall base its recommendation in consideration of the extent to which the following criteria have been met: 1. The change of zone promotes the health, safety, and general welfare of the community and will not result in a significant adverse effect on the surrounding area. The change of zone promotes the health, safety, and general welfare of the community and will not result in a significant adverse effect on the surrounding area. As outlined in the section above, the existing and proposed zone districts have similar development standards and permitted commercial uses. While the MU -N zone district will expand use options by allowing for residential uses, these are generally considered to be less intensive than commercial uses. The MU -N zoning is expected to add value to the subject property while maintaining consistency with the character of the area. The site serves as a transition between the commercial properties to the north and residential properties to the south. While MU -N will still allow commercial uses, the location of the property and limited visibility from W. 44` Avenue means very few commercial uses are likely to be viable on the site. Staff concludes that this criterion has been met. 2. Adequate infrastructure /facilities are available to serve the types of uses allowed by the change of zone, or the applicant will upgrade and provide such where they do not exist or are under capacity. Adequate infrastructure currently serves the property, and no new development is proposed at this time. if the property is redeveloped in the future under MU -N zoning, a site plan review application will be required and referred to all impacted utility agencies. In the event that current capacity is not adequate for future development or for a change in use, the property owner /developer will be responsible for utility upgrades. Utility providers have confirmed that service is available for a residential use. Staff concludes that this criterion has been met. Case No. WZ -14 -07 / Germano 4 3. The Planning Commission shall also find that at least one 1 of the following conditions exists: a. The change of zone is in conformance, or will bring the property into conformance, with the City of Wheat Ridge comprehensive plan goals, objectives and policies, and other related policies or plans for the area. The proposed zoning is consistent with the policies and goals of the City's 2009 comprehensive plan — Envision Wheat Ridge. The plan designates Gray Street as a "neighborhood" and W. 44` Avenue as a "neighborhood commercial corridor." The site is only one lot (about 175 feet) south of W. 44` Avenue and serves as a transition between these two designations. By allowing a mix of land uses, a zone change to MU -N allows the site to remain compatible with the area and to serve as an appropriate transition. Staff concludes that this criterion has been met. b. The existing zone classification currently recorded on the official zoning maps of the City of Wheat Ridge is in error. Staff has not found any evidence of an error with the current Neighborhood Commercial (NC) zoning designation as it appears on the City's zoning maps. Staff concludes that this criterion is not applicable. e. A change of character in the area has occurred or is occurring to such a degree that it is in the public interest to encourage redevelopment of the area or to recognize the changing character of the area. Staff finds no evidence of any significant changes in the area. The zone change request from NC to MU -N neither responds to, nor results in a notable change of character. Staff concludes that this criterion is not applicable. d. The proposed rezoning is necessary in order to provide for a community need that was not anticipated at the time of the adoption of the City of Wheat Ridge comprehensive plan. The proposed rezoning does not relate to an unanticipated need. Staff concludes that this criterion is not applicable. V. NEIGHBORHOOD MEETING Prior to submittal of an application for a zone change, the applicant was required to hold a neighborhood input meeting in accordance with the requirements of section 26 -109. A meeting for neighborhood input was held on .Jul 22, 2014. No one from the neighborhood attended the meeting [Exhibit 5, Neighborhood Meeting N. Case No. WZ -14 -07 Germano VI. AGENCY REFERRAL All affected service agencies were contacted for comment on the zone change request and regarding the ability to serve the property. Specific referral responses follow: Wheat Ridge Public Works: No concerns. Wheat Ridge Sanitation District: No concerns. Wheat Ridge Fire District: No concerns. Xcel Energy: No concerns, contingent upon maintaining all existing rights and ability for future expansion. Comments received relate only to the zone change request. No comments were received from the water district, but the property is currently serviced by Wheat Ridge Water District. Referral recipients are advised that no comment received indicates having no objections or concerns regarding the proposal. A separate referral process would be required in the future if redevelopment was to occur. At this time, the applicant is not proposing any redevelopment of the property. VII. STAFF CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATION Staff concludes that the proposed zone change promotes the health, safety and general welfare of the community and will not result in a significant adverse effect on the surrounding area. Staff further concludes that utility infrastructure adequately serves the property, and the applicant will be responsible for upgrades, as needed, if development is proposed in the future. Finally, staff concludes that the zone change is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan by promoting a mix of uses creating an appropriate transition between a neighborhood and neighborhood commercial corridor. Because the zone change evaluation criteria support the zone change request, staff recommends approval of the request. VIII. SUGGESTED MOTIONS Option A• "I move to recommend APPROVAL of Case No. WZ- 14 -07, a request for approval of a zone change from Neighborhood Commercial to Mixed Use - Neighborhood, for property located at 4360 Gray Street, for the following reasons: 1. The proposed zone change will not adversely impact the public health, safety, or welfare. 2. The proposed zone change is consistent with the goals and objectives of the City's Comprehensive Plan. 3. The proposed zone change is compatible with the surrounding area." Case No. WZ -14 -07 / Germano Option B: "I move to recommend DENIAL of Case No. WZ- 14 -07, a request for approval of a zone change from Neighborhood Commercial to Mixed Use - Neighborhood, for property located at 4360 Gray Street, for the following reasons: 2. 3. ...,, Case No. JVZ- -14 -07 / Germano EXHIBIT 1: AERIAL ( ,Ui' \u If /- /4 -( ) ( TL , I YN([II,I EXHIBIT 2: SITE PHOTOS (photos courtesy of Metrolist) Older photo of Benetti Bookkeeping and Tax Services. Case NV W7_-14 -07 , Germano Paved front yard accommodated commercial uses. Case No. WZ -14 -07 / Germano 10 Case No. WZ -14 -07 / Germano EXHIBIT 3: LETTER OF REQUEST Request to Rezone 4360 Gray Street Wheat Ridge, CO 80212 The applicant, Deborah K Benetti Alameida, currently resides in Waialua, Hawaii. Ms. Alameida, has retained me, Rocco Germano, to work with the City to rezone her property from Neighborhood Commercial (NC) to Mixed Use Zone. ( See Letter attached) Deborah Alameida inherited the property from her mother in October of 2010. Her mother Rita Benetti, had owned the property since September of 1986. Ms. Benetti operated a tax service and lived at the property. Ms. Alameida has retained me to sell the property. The rezoning will allow a prospective buyer to have a wider selection of financing choices. The current zoning restricts the types of loans possible because it is strictly a commercial property. A mixed use designation opens the financing to some more attractive loans for a prospective buyer. No changes are required to the structure itself as it was originally a residential property. The property has a commercial neighbor to the north and the rest of the 4300 block of Gray are residential homes. Contact Information: Rocco Germano, Jericho Properties Realty LLC. 902 Wadsworth Blvd Lakewood, CO 80214. Phone (303) 234 -0546. Email: RockGermano @Gmail.com Rocco "Rocky" Germano Broker /Realtor Colorado Real Estate Lic # 936605 Case No. WZ -14 -07 / Germano � EXHIBIT 4: ZONING MAP W l ass No. It /-14-0 00M(1/70 13 EXHIBIT 5: NEIGHBORHOOD MEETING NOTES NEIGHBORHOOD MEETING NOTES Meeting Date: July 22, 2014 Attending Staff: Lauren Mikulak, Senior Planner Location of Meeting: City of Wheat Ridge Municipal Building 7500 W. 29` Avenue Wheat Ridge, CO 80033 Property Address: 4360 Gray Street Property Owner(s): Deborah Bennetti Property Owner(s) Present? No (owner's agent, Rocky Germano, attended) Applicant: Rocky Germano on behalf of Deborah Bennetti Existing Zoning: Neighborhood Commercial Existing Comp. Plan: Neighborhood Commercial Corridor, Neighborhood Existing Site Conditions: The property is located at 4360 Gray Street in the northeast quadrant of the City. The site is zoned Neighborhood Commercial (NC) and is in a transition zone between residential and commercial uses. Based on Jefferson County records, the subject property has a total area of 8,130 square feet and is part of the Seger Subdivision. The property was purchased in 1986 by Rita Benetti. Mrs. Benetti operated a tax service out of the home, until 2010; the business was approved as a commercial occupancy, as opposed to a home occupation. In 2010, Deborah Benetti, daughter of Rita, inherited the property and is looking to sell it. Applicant /Owner Preliminary Proposal: The applicant is proposing to rezone the property from Neighborhood Commercial (NC) to Mixed Use - Neighborhood (MU -N). The purpose of the rezone is to expand possible uses for the property, including the option of converting the structure back to a primary residential occupancy. The following is a summary of the neighborhood meeting: No one from the neighborhood attended the meeting. The applicant and staff left after 20 minutes. Case No. WZ- l 4 -07 / Germano 14