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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2013-07-16 PZC MINUTES• • • Pl a nnin g and Zoning Commi ssion Study Sess ion or Publi c Hea rin g Case #2 012-06 Case #2 0 13-04 Jul y 16 , 2013 [?] CITY OF ENGLEWOOD PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING July 16, 2013 Minutes and audio are available at: http ://www .eng lewoodgov .org/lndex .aspx?page=l 52 I. CALL TO ORDER The regular m eet in g of the City Pl annin g and Zoning Co mmis sio n was ca lled to order at 7:00 p.m. in City Cou nc il Chambers of the Englewood Civic Center, Chair Bri ck presiding. Present: Absent: Staff: [t] Bleile, Roth, King, Welker, Knoth, Fish, Brick, Kinton, Townley Fr ee mire (a ltern at e) None Alan White, Community Developm e nt Director Chris Neubecker, Senior Pl ann e r John Voboril, Planner II II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Jul y 2, 2013 Mr. Fish moved: Mr. Kinton seco nd ed: TO APPROVE THE Jul y 2, 2013 MINUTES Chair Brick asked if there were any modifications or co rrection s. Mr. Fish noted th at on pages 2, 3, and 4 the nam e "Ca londer" should be "Townl ey." The Minutes we re approved as ame nd ed . AYES: NAYS: ABSTAIN: ABSENT: Bleile, Roth , Welker, Knoth, Fi sh, King, Brick, Kinton, Townley N o n e N one None Motion carr ied . 1 • • • Pl a nnin g and Zonin g Commi ss ion Stud y Sess ion o r Publi c Hearin g Case #2 01 2-0 6 Case #2 01 3-04 July 16, 201 3 ~ Ill. APPROVAL OF FINDINGS OF FACT Case #201 2-05 Distilleries, Breweries and Win e ri es Mr. Roth moved : Mr. Kin g sec ond ed : TO APPROVE THE FINDINGS OF FACT FOR CASE #2 01 2-0 5, DIS TILLl:Kll:S, 13Kl:WEKIES AND WINEKll:S Ch air Brick ask ed if ther e w ere any modifi cations or corre c tions. There w e re none. AYES : NAYS: ABSTAIN: ABSENT: Bl eile, Roth , Welker, Knoth , Fish , King, Brick, Kinton, Townley Non e None None Motion carried. [?] IV. PUBLIC HEARING Case #201 2-06 En g lewood Light Rail Corridor Plan Mr. Bl eile moved: Mr. Kinton second ed : TO OPEN THE PUBLIC HEARING FOR CASE #2012-06, ENGLEWOOD LIGHT RAIL CORRIDOR PLAN AYES: NAYS: ABSTAIN: ABSENT : Bleile, Roth , Welker, Knoth, Fish , King, Brick, Kinton , Townl ey None None None Motion carried. John Voboril , Long Range Planner 11 , was sworn in. Mr. Voboril stated proof of publication from the En gl ewood Herald and the City 's website h ad been rec eived. Suggested findings w ere present ed to the Commission . A bri ef discussion on the background was provided . 2 Planning and Zoning Commi ssion Stud y Se ss ion or Public Hea rin g Ca se #201 2-06 Cas e #2 013-04 Jul y 16 , 2013 • • The Light Rail Corridor Pl an (Plan) was funded by a grant from the Denver Regional • • Council of Governments (DRCOG). The light rail system represents a major capital investment for both the federal government and DRCOG . DRCOG established policy to encourage station area intensification including increased employment and housing in order to increase light rail system ridership, decrease highway congestion, and improve air quality. • The opening of the Southwest Light Rail Line spurred redevelopment along the Corridor, and currently a second phase of redevelopment is occurring. • The City recognized other uses for the grant, including pedestrian crossings, bicycle connections, and parking which are currently deficient. • Public participation was accomplished by mailing notices to 5,867 residences and businesses within .75 miles of all three stations. From that mailing, there were 50 stakeholders, who are people who own property within the planning areas for the Plan . In addition, there were 96 participants who were not in the planning areas that participated in general meetings. • Four public meetings were held to develop the vision and goals; develop and review land use scenarios; refine and review the preferred combined scenario; and to review the Plan. ~ Mr. Voboril provided a brief synopsis of the proposed major projects for each station area. Englewood Station: The Plan calls for extending Floyd Avenue; intensifying projects adjacent to the station; and redevelopment and intensification along Englewood Parkway. Oxford Station: Identified projects include Park-n-Ride sites; housing redevelopment; and two new parks . Bates Station: The Plan acknowledges the station may never be developed. The Plan does recommend obtaining an easement for a potential, future station. Land uses envisioned are multi-unit residential. Circulation projects identified include the rail trail (the top project); protected bikeways; and extension and improvements of the Southwest Greenbelt Trail. ~ The Li ght Rail Plan is in conformance with the goals and objectives of the Comprehensive Plan , particularly: 3 • • • Plannin g and Zoning Commission Study Se ss ion or Public Hearin g Case #20 l 2-06 Case #2 013-04 July 16 , 2013 • Regional Cooperation Goal 3 • Housing Goal 3 • Business and Employment Goal 5 • Parks and Open Space Goals 5 and 6 • Transportation Goals 1, 3 and 4 • Environmental Quality Goals 5 and 7 The Plan supports these goals by calling for taking advantage of opportunities for growth along the Englewood industrial corridor through a strong urban mix of land uses. Further, the Plan recognizes the value of park land through the identification of the Englewood Parkway/Floyd Avenue park block scheme and the Oxford Station parks. The Plan promotes the transportation goals through the development of key mobility infrastru cture projects. Realization of the development called for in the Plan will shift significant amounts of daily trips from cars to mass transit and pedestrian /bicycle modes. Additionally, it will lead to the cleanup of Brownfield properties and create and enhance community connections. Mr. Voboril responded to questions from the Commission. The areas included in the Plan are zoned either industrial or Planned Unit Development {PUD). Existing single family developments are a non-conforming use within the industrial district. Meetings with the major employers in the plan area are still in the works. The benefit of the Plan for citizens is better access to the stations; increased property values; and more business. The Plan is a visionary plan for 30 years, and is a very fluid document. The planning process is just beginning. Future steps include applying for additional funding from DRCOG to conduct a Next Steps Study; considering the feasibility of some of the projects; conducting regulatory planning and reforms. Chair Brick set forth the parameters of public testimony. Michael Sroczynski, 3 755 South Jason Street, was sworn in. Mr. Sroczynski testified that he is an Englewood business owner and is concerned about the cost of implementing the Plan. He expressed uneas e over mixin g residential with industrial, and fears that industrial businesses will be eliminated. Mr. Sroczynski enumerated various items within the Plan that he believes will never happen . 4 Planning and Zoning Commi ss ion Study S ess ion or Public Hea rin g Case #2 01 2-06 C ase #2 01 3-04 Jul y 16 , 2013 • Zealand Peterson, business owner of 3975 South Lipan Street, was sworn in. Mr. • • Peterson expressed concern about the proposed changes which will eliminate a large area of industrial work and whether eminent domain would be utilized. rt]] Dave Campbell, business owner of 3 778 South Kalamath Street, was sworn in. Mr. Campbell believes the industrial businesses are being placed in a corner and is concerned about the future of his businesses if the Plan is approved. Christopher Diedrich, property owner of 2946 South Bannock Street, was sworn in. Mr. Diedrich testified regarding the items within the Plan that he supports and opposition to other parts of the Plan. The younger generation desires living close to grocery stores, eateries, walking or biking to/from work and good paying jobs. James Veno, property owner of 3297 and 3325 South Santa Fe, was sworn in . Mr. Veno testified he is attempting to redevelop his properties, and access is always the issue. Mr. Veno stated a project timeline would be extremely beneficial; it would assist business owners in planning their business' future. rt]] Jennifer Henninger of the City of Sheridan Planning Department was sworn in. Ms . Henninger thanked the City for including the City of Sheridan in the process. The process was very thorough and Sheridan is in support of the proposed connections. John Spedding business owner at 3330 South Platte River Drive was sworn in. Mr. Spedding testified he favors the Plan; the Platte River is a good place to redevelop. He expressed interest in whether the City would provide relocation assistance to businesses affected by the Plan. Jonathan Bush, owner of the former Martin Plastic building, was sworn in. Mr. Bush endorsed the Plan. He applauded the efforts of the City in planning for its future. He further testified that communities that thrive have mixed uses. ~ Alan White, Director of Community Development, was sworn in . Mr. White provided the following testimony: • The Plan sets the stage for the City's long-term future. The Plan will be revisited as conditions change . • The Plan provides ideas for capital improvements and setting the foundation for future zoning changes. This Plan does not rezone property; that will be a separate process which will involve the Commission and the public. • It is not the City's intent to force out any businesses . 5 • • • Planning a nd Zoning C ommi ss io n Study Se s s ion or Public Hearin g C ase #2 01 2-0 6 Case #2 01 3-04 July 16, 2013 ~ • Under industri al zonin g, residenti al uses are not permitted. A Pl ann ed Unit Development (PUD) rezoning is the only current avenue in which to permit residential in an industrial district. The process is lengthy and c ostly. • "Re dev elopm e nt of existing or privately held comm e rcial properties will primarily occur through privat e transactions b e twe en willing buyers and sellers." 11 Furth er1 it is the policy of the Englewood City Coun cil to not us e e minent dom ain powers for the purpos e of red e velopm e nt within th e Light Rail Corridor.11 Whenever a business wishes to relocate or sell , the transaction will be between the willing buyer and seller -not the City . • The controversy around the West Corridor Line was due to RTD acquiring right-of-way for the rail line, parking, and platforms. City of Englewood already has those right-of-ways; further the line and stations are already built. • Any existing business or use would be permitted under any new zoning regulations. New standards would apply to new development. • The public notification process for the Plan included mailing out over 5,000 postcards . From that mailing, a distribution list was developed for those registered to receive continuing communication. Updates were provided on the City's website, which linked to an outside project website. Also , an article was in the Englewood Citiz en. Regarding the public hearing, emails or letters were sent to those registered; the meeting was also posted in the Englewood He rald and on the City 's website . • If the Plan is adopted by City Council, the foundation is in place to implement zoning changes with public input. It also provides direction on future capital improvement projects and direction to future developers. All meetings are open to the public. Mr. Fish moved: Mr. Bleile seconded: TO CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING FOR CASE #2012-06, ENGLEWOOD LIGHT RAIL CORRIDOR PLAN AYES : NAYS : ABSTAIN : ABSENT: Bleile, Roth, Welker, Knoth , Fish, King, Brick, Kinton, Townley None None None Motion carried . 6 • • • Planning and Zoning Commi ssion Study S ess ion or Public Hearing Case #2 012-06 Case #2013-04 July 16, 2013 Mr. Roth moved; Mr. Knoth seconded: Discussion points included: THAT CASE #2012-06, THE ENGLEWOOD LIGHT RAIL PLAN BE FORWARDED TO CITY COUNCIL WITH A FAVORABLE RECOMMENDATION • The Plan is a building block and a method of moving forward. • The City must balance not alienating existing businesses and planning for the City's future. • Accessibility to the stations, businesses, and parks needs to be universal • The Comprehensive Plan will be updated over the next couple of years, which may or may not incorporate all the ideas of the Light Rail Corridor Plan. • The goal is to make a viable, healthy community that embraces change through a long-term visionary plan. • The Plan does not address buffering between existing businesses and new development. There is no discussion on the impacts to residential areas caused by overly tall development. The employment and development standards limit the height to 8 stories; Mr. Roth stated he believes that limitation should also be placed on residential, retail and commercial development standards . • Mr. Roth put forth a statement he wished to have included in the Plan. Mr. Roth offered a friendly amendment; Mr. Knoth did not accept. Mr. Roth moved: Mr. Brick seconded: TO AMEND THE MOTION TO INCLUDE: 1. Extending the height standards for up to eight story structures to the residential, retail, and commercial development standards in addition to the current employment development standards. 2. Adding the following statement to the Plan: "There are numerous homes in Englewood situated on the hillside along the upper eastern bank area of the South Platte River. These properties have historically enjoyed panoramic views of the mountains to the west and many of these homes were constructed to take advantage of those views. A significant portion of their property value derives from those views. Development in these areas has the potential to create a wall blocking those views . This is due to the 7 • • Planning and Zoning Commission Study Session or Public Hearing Case #20 12-06 Case #2 013-04 July 16, 20 13 proposed proximity of the areas in the Plan as we ll as the fact that the rail lin e run s alon g th e western border of the City. He ight res tn ctt0n s o n development in these areas are needed to protect those views." Th ere was no di sc ussion . Chair Brick called for the vote on the Amendm ent. Mr. Fish voted no; the character and nature of th e Plan is visionary. D etails will be discussed in the future. Mr. Knoth voted no; concurring with Mr. Fish. Mr. Welker vo ted no; it is not th e appropriate time to include details. D eta ils will be discussed during zoning changes. Mr. Kinton voted no; concurring with Messrs . Fish and Welker. Mr. Roth voted yes. It is an important part of the vision. Ms. Townley voted no; preserving the view sheds for the residence in that area is important, but she is not co mfortable determining that height limit at this time. It needs to be studied further. Mr. Bleile voted yes; protection of view sheds is an important part of a vision statement. Mr. King voted no; the views should be protected and believe s it is already acco mplished within the current Plan. The matter will be addressed at a later time. Chair Brick voted yes; it is good to set the standard early. AYES: NAYS : ABSTAIN: ABSENT : Motion failed. ~ Bleile, Brick Roth Welker, Knoth, Fish , King , Kinton, Townley Non e Non e Discussion on the original motion continued: • The underlying tenets of the Plan are well constructed. • Concern was expressed on the Pl an not includin g si ngl e family residential. • • It is important to nurture the industrial district; it could be a larger job creator. 8 Planning a nd Zoning Commi s si o n Study Sess ion or Public Hearin g Case #2 01 2-06 C ase #201 3-04 Jul y 16 , 2013 • • As a visionary document, the Plan is a startin g point which will be impl e mented • • incrementally. It is an opportunity to start a dialogue with business owners. • The Plan is only a cornerstone of a lengthy process, but it provides a starting point. • Currently redevelopment can occur around the stations through assembling land and creating a PUD. [tl) With no further discussion Chair Brick called for the vote on the original motion. Mr. Fish voted yes; the Plan is in conformance with the Englewood Comprehensive Plan. The Plan extends and provides more detail in a number of areas . The Commission has no power to protect any business; it only provides recommendations to City Council. Mr. Knoth, Mr. Welker, Mr. Kinton, Mr. Roth, Ms . Townley, Mr. Bleile, and Mr. King voted yes. Chair Brick voted yes; the Plan enumerates various items within the Englewood Comprehensive Plan. AYES: NAYS: ABSTAIN: ABSENT: Bleile, Roth, Welker, Knoth, Fish, King, Brick, Kinton, Townley None None None Motion carried. ~ V. STUDY SESSION Case #2013-04 Home Occupations It was the consensus of the Commission to reschedule the Study Session to August 6, 2013. VI. PUBLIC FORUM There was no public who wished to address the Commission. VII. ATTORNEY'S CHOICE Ms. Reid was not present. 9 Planning and Zonin g Commission Stud y Sess ion or Public Hea ring · Case #2 0 12-06 Case #2013-04 July 16 , 2013 • ~ • • VIII. STAFF'S CHOICE The Home Occupation Study Session will be held on August 61 per the Commission's request. Chair Brick stated there may be a desire to discuss Ms. Reid's memo on PUD precedence at that meeting as well. ~ IX. COMMISSIONER'S CHOICE Mr. Bleile encouraged the public to participate, enter into a dialogue with the City, and attend meetings. He thanked the audience for attending and providing testimony. The other Commissioners echoed the same comments. Mr. Freemire suggested Ms. Reid provide a legal opinion regarding protected views and eminent domain based on Colorado case law. Ms. Townley stated there will be another opportunity to provide testimony when the Plan proceeds to City Council. Chair Brick thanked the Commissioners and staff for their productivity and efficiency. Mr. Roth conveyed that the Urban Renewal Authority is currently reviewing development proposals for the Acoma parcel. The meeting adjourned at 9:30 p.m . 10