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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1962-07-05 PZC MINUTESPage 646 CITY OF ENGLEWOOD PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION Minutes of July 5, 1962 The regular session of the Englewood Planning and Zoning Commission was called to order · at 8:10 P.M. by Chairman ~Rice. Members present: Hill, Kreiling , Love, Miles, Pershing, Rice Romans, Ex-Officio Members absent: None I. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Love moved: Miles seconded: The minutes of June 7, 1962 be approved as presented. The motion carried unanimously. II. COMMUNICATION The Planning Director read a Thank-you card from Mr. and Mrs. Sam Hill thanking Commission members for the flowers sent the Hills for the open house celebrating their 25th wedding anniversary. III. DALE FLOOD Area between South Emerson and South Clarkson; between East Hampden and Highway #70. Miles moved: REZONING R-1-D to R-2-B Hill seconded: The public hearing be opened. The motion carried unanimously. CASE #14-62 A brie f summary was presented by the Director. The application for rezoning was received on May 27, 1962. The area has been properly posted and proper publication has been made. This area was zoned R-2 prior to the adoption of the 1955 Zoning Ordinance. The two-family uses existing now were made non-conforming by the 1955 Ordinance. The area is presently zoned R-1-D; the request is for R-2-B. Mr. Dale Flood 3585 South Emerson -stated he purchased his property with the understanding that two-fa~ily uses were permitted. His home was definitely constructed for two-family use, as there was no access from one floor to another except by an outside entry. Mrs. Bailey 3565 South Emerson -said she was told the area would be zoned R-2 when she purchased her property six years ago. At that time she circulated a petition for the rezoning and no opposition was voiced by the property owners. Mrs. Martin 3543 South Emerson -stated she does not oppose the requested change. No persons opposing the request were present, and no petition in opposition was filed. Slides were shown of the subject and surrounding area. Mr. Kreiling asked why R-2-B was requested rather than R-2-A , as most property owners had the required 75' frontage. The Planning Director pointed out that the 50' frontage required in R-2-B was minimum, and would not make the existing two-family uses non-conforming in lot area. Miles moved: Love seconded: The public hearing be closed, The motion carried unanimously. Love moved: Miles seconded: The Planning Commission recommend to City Council the rezoning request from R-1-D to R-2-B be approved. Brief discussion followed. Kreiling moved: Love seconded: The matter be tabled for further consideration. The motion carried unanimously. IV. LEONARD Bounded by South Elati St. on the West; West Ithica Avenue on the South; South Delaware- South Cherokee alley on the East; and the Commercial zoning on Hampden on the North. Love moved: REZONING R-2-B to R-3-B Miles seconded: The public hearing be opened. The motion carried unanimously. CASE #12-62 I I I I I I Page 647 A brief review of this case was given. Application was received April 18, 1962. The present zone is R-2-B, request is for R-3-B. Reasons given for the requested change by the applicant were as follows: 1. Under the present zoning of the area, the land has not developed properly and will not attract new construction. 2. Rezoning would give new incentive for redevelopment of the properties and allow more flexible building in such a centrally located area. 3. This R-3-B zone would be contiguous to like zoning along east and would act as a buffer between commercial zoning al0ng Highway 70 and the R-1-D zone to the south. 4. Traffic to and from this area would not create a problem, as Highway 70 allows easy access to the downtown business district and other parts of the city without crossing residential areas. 5. Rezoning to R-3-B would expedite urban renewal by more versatile use of the land and allow the area to advance with the community. Slides of the subject and surrounding areas were shown. Mr. Ben Leonard 3558 South Elati -stated he desires to replace the structures on his property with an eight unit apartment house. He felt the entire area would be a good apartment area. There was no opposition to the request. Love moved: Kreiling seconded: The public hearing be closed. The motion carried unanimously. Miles moved: Love seconded: The matter be tabled for further consideration later in the evening. The motion carried unanimously. V. CUMMINGS Land located South of West Tufts Avenue, bordering the Englewood reservoir on the South, lying just East of South Pecos Street and West of the City Ditch. Love moved: REZONING R-1-D to M-1 Kreiling seconded: The · public hearing be opened. The motion carried unanimously. CASE #11-62 A brief review was given. The property is owned by Application was received in the Planning Office April 5, 1962. Mr. Cummings. The following letter was read to Commission members: The Planning and Zoning Commission, The City Council City of Englewood, Colorado Gentlemen: "4596 So. Yosemite Ct. Englewood, Colorado April 5, 1962 In connection with this application for rezoning of a parcel of land located within the boundaries of the City of Englewood, the enclosures are submitted to illustrate the size, location and surrounding existing zoning in Arapahoe County. The subject land borders Arapahoe County land as well as land within the limits of the City of Englewood. The owner-applicants herein, Robert G. and Lois E. Cummings purchased this land from Thomas J. Belisle in late 1953 and early 1954, and have lived on the premises until December 1961. Approximately two years ago, the City of Englewood was desirous of annexing land West of the existing South Santa Fe Drive, however did not have contiguous land that would permit this annexation. At that time applicants cooperated with the City and caused the subject land to be annexed to the City of Englewood, and the proposed annexations did progress. Mr. Harry Carlena, attorney at law in Englewood was at that time spearheading this campaign and will verify this statement. Applicants have for years been of the belief that the best use for the subject land would be of a light industrial nature. To verify this belief, many sets of house plans were purchased in an effort to construct small housing on the land, in that it was not properly zoned for industrial use at the time. It was impossible then and now to find financing for housing in this vicinity. The housing plan was dropped as far as single family housing was concerned. Some time was spent on a project to erect multiple housing on the property, how- ever in fairness to the neighbors, their children and to ourselves, we could not see this type of development as being an asset to anyone. Part of this type of rental comes from transients who follow the race tracks or who work temporarily in the Englewood area and move on. These people add to the school burden, the police problem and from a purely selfish point of view, are not the best tenants with regard to payment of rent or preservation of other person's property. This is not a social castigation of people who cannot afford the luxuries of life, it is just that the applicants decided not t o become a party to the experi- ment, particularly when the money to build the properties would of necessity be borrowed capital. Page 648 After the subject property was annexed to zoned the surrounding property for industrial use. annexation, this application for rezoning would not have solved the problem with its Master Zoning Plan the City of Englewood, Arapahoe County Had the status quo remained regarding have been necessary. The County would adopted in August of 1961. The length of time that the property has been owned by the present owners, approximately eight years, would negate the possible thought that we are "fast-buck" speculators operating on a hit and run b~sis. Since 1954, the area to the West, across South Pecos Street has developed nicely in the light industrial category. The Western Aspen Excelsior plant, a large machine shop and an electronics company have located there, employ a labor force, keep their properties neat and clean, and in general contribute to the local economy. The corner of West Tufts Avenue and the railroad tracks is occupied by a local .building contractor who operates the property at present as a storage yard. The site adjoining this latter use has excavating equipment, or has had in the past, stored thereon. The area is conveniently located with regard to utilities, water, sewer and gas being available in both West Tufts Avenue and in South Pecos Street, and with regard to access to South Santa Fe Drive, being only a block to two blocks East of the said highway. The land is low in elevation in comparison with land to the East, however a loam soil permits rapid drainage and there is never a water problem caused by lack of drainage. The homes in the area range from average to fair -this is in comparison with other similar homes within the City. However, since the land upon which these homes are located is now zoned Industrial 2 or heavy industrial, this negates the depreciation in value theory. The two lots shown on the enclosure as being Lots laand 2, Bell Isle Gardens Third Filing (No Block Number on Plat) are within the City of Englewood and are now zoned M-1. These lots belong to applicants and are therefore not included in this application. It is believed that the use in the area will be light rather than heavy industrial, and therefore , if in the experience of the City of Englewood representatives, this zoning is compatible with the surrounding I-2, this will be the essence of this request, however should the City be of the opinion that I-2 should abut I-2, in this event, the latter will suffice. If successful, applicants will begin immediately to construct or cause to be con- structed an industrial complex. Many opportunities in the past have been turned down be- cause of insufficient zoned area. The two lots facing South Pecos 1 Street were not large enough to pro vide a warehouse operation and also to provide for sufficient parking. Only quality construction would be permitted by applicants even though the City Building Depart- ment controls the issuance of building permits. If leases are entered into, the construction must be of a quality nature. The existing two houses on the property may be used temporarily as offices or may be removed to permit new construction. Adequate landscaping will also be a part of the program. The first sentence of this paragraph should be amended to indicate that efforts will begin immediately. This type of development requires time to complete, as we all know. There is need for this type of development within the Englewood area, particularly in instances where there is sufficient land for a large concern to operate comfortably. There is need for light industrial land close to better highways and with quick access to and from populated areas. There is need for a stable labor market in this area to help support purely residential areas taxwise. There is a need on the owner's part to make a logical use of this land that cannot be used for single-family housing under normal circum- stances. A visit to this area in person will certainly establish the fact that the area has changed during the past few years. Arapahoe County has recognized this in adopting its Master Zoning Plan in 1961. This has been in the nature of a historical report on the land, however it is believed that a better understanding of the immediate problem is important to all concerned, and may save investigative time on the part of the City. Thanking you in advance for your courtesy, We remain, Enclosures Yours very truly, /s / Robert G. Cummings Robert G. Cummings /s / Lois E. Cummings Owner-Applicants" It was pointed out that the single-family homes on West Tufts were made non-conforming by the County when the area was zoned I-2 in 1961. Pictures of the area were shown. Woolsey was read: "5 July 1962 Englewood Planning Commission 3100 South Bannock Englewood, Colorado The following letter from County Planning Director Lee In answer to your letter regarding property located on West Tufts, this matter was brought to the attention of the Arapahoe Planning Commission at their regular meeting held 3 July 1962. I I I I I Page 649 The Planning Commission directed the Planning Staff to immediately contact the property owne rs in the area south of Tufts Avenue to determine if there would be any opposition to rezoning the property for residential purposes. If there be none, then the County Planning Commission would at its own initiative institute rezoning procedures. We would suggest that the City of Englewood, if at all possible, delay action until the property owners have been contacted by the County. The County Planning Commission will advise the City of Englewood of action to be taken prior to 1 August 1962. Thank you f or calling this matter to our attention. Sincerely, /s / Lee R. Woolsey LEE R. WOOLSEY, Executive Secretary, Arapahoe County Planning Comm. k" Mr. R. Cummings 4596 South Yosemite Ct. -felt the area was not desirable for residences, and he doubted that the Arapahoe County Planning Commission would change their Master Plan. He stated he had owned his property for 9 years, and thus far, had been unable to use it. He wished to construct li ght industrial uses such as contractors offices. There was no one present to speak in opposition to the proposed rezoning. Miles moved: Hill seconded: The hearing be closed. The motion carried unanimously. Love moved: Kreiling seconded: The matter be tabled until later in the evening. The motion carried unanimously. A recess was called until 9:30 P.M. VI. PARK-ELITCH CASE #5-62C Mr. Jeff Armstrong, prospective purchaser of this property, stated he was concerned with street widths. Mr. Armstrong also asked if it was feasible to dedicate 1 /2 a street on the south of the property. Mr. Rice stated he did not feel such dedications were satisfactory. The minimum roadway permitted in an Industrial area is 44', with a right-of-way of 60'. Mr. Kreiling suggested Mr. Armstrong check the turning radius of trucks that would be using the streets and cul-de-sacs. It was the feeling of the Planning Commission that Mr. Armstrong should contact the property owner to the south of his property to try to obtain a joint street dedication . VII. OLD BUSINESS. A. Walden Subdivision CASE #3-62D Mr. Fred Walden stated they have the problems concerned with water and sewer settled. A meeting has been held with Mr. Harold Babcock, City Manager Dial, Mrs. Cary, and Mr. Walden. Agreement has been made for 78 water taps. Discussion followed. It was the feeling o f the Planning Commission that the entire area should be sub- divided at one time. No action was taken. VIII. STREET VACATION CASE #19-62 The Planning Director read a memo from the Parks and Recreation Director asking that East Eastman Place from Downing to Lafayette be vacated. Discussion followed; Mr. Kreiling asked where the southbound traffic on South Marion Street would go. It was stated that a cul-de-sac would be constructed for that street. Love moved: Miles seconded: The Planning Commission recommend to City Council that East Eastman Place, from Downing to Lafayette, be vacated; that South Marion Street, fr om the southerly line of the proposed cul-de-sac to the point of intersection with East Eastman Place , be vacated.* The motion carried unanimously. * As amended July 19, 1962. Page 650 IX. FUTURE REZ ONING HEARINGS. The Commission was reminded of f our rezoning hearings to be held July 19. Requests are for C-2; R-1-D to T; R-1-C to C-2; and R-l-B to T. X. NEW BUSINESS A. Proposed Meeting. The Planning Director stated that the Arapahoe County Planning Commission has indicated a desire to meet with all municipal Planning Commissions within the County. A tentative date of August 21, 1962 at 8:00 P.M. at the County Court House has been made for the meeting with the Englewood Planning Commission. The Planning Director was directed to send a letter to Mr. Woolsey, Executive Secretary of the Commission, requesting a place on the agenda. B. Flood Rezoning Case #14-62A Love moved: Miles seconded: The matter be raised fr om the table. The motion carried unanimously, and the ori ginal motion for approval was considered. Mr. Kreiling stated he felt an R-2-B classification would be regressive. Mr. Love said he felt an R-2-A classification would solve nothing, he did not feel an R-2-B would be in conflict with contiguous zones, and that further development would be encouraged. Mr. Rice and Mr. Miles concurred. Upon the call of the role: AYES: NAYS: Hill, Love , Miles, Pershing, Rice Kreiling The motion carried. C. Leonard Rezoning Miles moved: Love seconded: The matter be raised from the table. The motion carried unanimously. Discussion ensued; these points were brought out f o r consideration: (1) The amount of land presently zoned R-3. (2) Lack of development in this area. (3) Possibility of area not developing as R-3. Case #12-62A Mrs. Romans stated a study on the medium and high density residential, commercial and industrial zones was being compiled. Kreiling moved: Love seconded: The matter be tabled for further study until the next meeting. The motion carried unanimously. D. Cummings Case #ll-62A Hill moved: Love seconded: The matter be raised from the table. The motion carried unanimously. Love moved: Hill seconded: The matter be tabled until further information is obtained from the Arapahoe County Planning Commission. The motion carried with Mr. Kreiling opposing. Miles moved: Hill seconded: The meeting be adjourned. The motion carried unanimously, and the meeting was declared adjourned at 10:55 P.M. Respectfully submitted, Gertrude G. Welty Recording Secretary I I I I I Page 651 MEMORANDUM TO THE ENGLEWOOD CITY COUNCIL REGARDING ACTION OR RECOMMENDATION OF THE CITY PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION. DATE: July 5, 1962 SUBJECT: Street Vacation RECOMMENDATION: The Planning Commission recommend to City Council that East Eastman Place, from Downing to Lafayette, be vacated; that South Marion Street, from the southerly line of the proposed cul-de-sac to the point of intersection with East Eastman Place, be vacated.* *As amended July 19, 1962. Respectfully submitted, By Order of the City Planning and Zoning Commission. Gertrude G. Welty Recording Secretary MEMORANDUM TO THE ENGLEWOOD CITY COUNCIL REGARDING ACTION OR RECOMMENDATION OF THE CITY PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION. DATE: July 5, 1962 SUBJECT: Approval of Flood Rezoning Request RECOMMENDATION: The Planning Commission recommend to City Council the rezoning request submit t ed by Mr. Dale Flood for the area bounded by South Clarkson on the west, South Emerson on the east, and the c,2 Zoning on East Hampden on the north, and Colorado Highway #70 on the south, from R-1-D to R-2-B be approved. Respectfully submitted, By Order of the City Planning and Zoning Commission. Gertrude G. Welty Recording Se.cretary * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * '* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * CITY OF ENGLEWOOD PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION Minutes of July 19, 1962 The meeting was called to order at 8:10 P.M. by Chairman Rice. It was stated by Mr. Rice that the Commission was a citizens' advisory committee, appointed by the City Council. The Commission makes recommendations to Council, but their recommendations are not binding upon the Council. Members present: Kreiling, Love, Pershing, Rice Romans, Ex-Officio Members absent: Hill, Miles I. APPROVAL OF MINUTES. Kreiling moved: Pershing seconded: The Minutes of July 5, 1962 , be approved, with the following addition to Section VIII, Page 7: "The Planning Commission recommend to City Council that East Eastman P lace, from Downing to Lafayette, be vacated; [that South Marion Street , from the southerly line of the proposed cul-de-sac to the point of intersection with East Eastman Place, be vacated]." The motion carried unanimously. II. E. J. SHAFFER Area immediately east of Kinney's Shoe Store on South Broadway at East Chenango Avenue. Love moved: -----,- REZONING R-1-C to C-2 Kreiling seconded: The public hearing on the Shaffer rezoning be opened. The motion carried unanimously. CASE #20-62