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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1966-11-23 PZC MINUTES·1. I I Page 939 Mr. Oster stated that in July, 1965, Eagle Signal Company had done a cost estimate study for the City of Englewood on the signal system needed to im p lement the one-way street pattern. This covered 24 intersections within the core area, and was in the amount of $46,500. Signals for the fringe area, which required control at another 8 intersections in the amount of $12,700 were also in the study. Mr. Oster stated the Monotrol System uses an interconnecting cable between intersections; the City does not have such cable, therefore, it is suggested that the cable be leased from the Telephone Company. The Telephone Company will maintain the cable. Discussion followed. Mr. Parkinson asked what the average installation would cost per intersection? Mr. Oster replied that $2,400 would cover the costs. Further brief discussion followed. Mr. Woods thanked Mr. Oster for his explanation of the Monotrol System. The meetings that have been held with the City Manager, Mayor, and Mr. Von Frellick were then reviewed and discussed. It was pointed .out that at one of these meetings, it was sug- gested by the City Manager that a recommendation from the Planning Commission could be made requesting that funds available for capital improvements projects be transfered for the implementation of the traffic program. Commission members agreed there was no reason to wait for the center to open to implement the traffic pattern, that in fact, it would probably be advantageous to have the pattern in effect for some time prior to the opening to acquaint motorists with the pattern. Mr. Rice suggested that the recommendation be to start the pro- gram implementation in February to allow time for completion prior to the holiday season of 1967. Discussion followed. gram implementation, and Clarkson-Highway meeting. The Planning Director was instructed to figure the costs of the pro- dropping the fringe signals with the exception of the Sherman-Highway 70 70 signals, and have ready for presentation and action at the next V. GENERAL DISCUSSION -CITY PROBLEMS. Mr. John Kreiling, City Councilman and member of the Water Board was present, and discussed several problems that have recently been considered by the Water Board. No formal action was taken. VI. ZONING REFERRAL FROM ARAPAHOE COUNTY. Mrs. Romans stated that a zoning referral from Arapahoe County had been received in the office. The zone change is on the west of Federal Boulevard at Floyd Avenue. Brief dis- cussion followed. Parkinson moved: Carlson seconded: The Arapahoe County Planning Department be notified that the Englewood Planning Commission does not object to the proposed zone change at Floyd Avenue and Federal Boulevard. The motion carried unanimously. VII. REGIONAL PLANNING COMMISSION. The annual dinner meeting of the Regional Planning Commission will be November 15, 1966. Members able to attend were asked to notify the Planning Department as soon as possible. The next meeting of the Englewood Planning Commission will be November 30, 1966. It was suggested that possibly members of the Sheridan City Council and Planning Commission be invited to attend the meeting. The meeting adjourned at 10:40 P.M. Gertrude G. Welty Recording Secretary * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Members present: Members absent: Also present: CITY OF ENGLEWOOD PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION November 23, 1966 Special Meeting R. G. Woods, Jr.; Kenneth Carlson; Tymer Rice; J. L. Parkinson D. A. Romans, Ex-officio C. K. Touchton; Samuel L. Love W. E. Bishop; Walter Jorgensen; M. C. Paul; R. H. Simon; P. H. Isenhart and E. B. Cartwright. The Special Meeting of the City Planning and Zoning Commission was called to order at 7:40 P. M.; Chairman Woods presiding. The members present acknowledged recipt of notice of the special meeting. It was explained to the Commission members that the School Board has been contacted by Mr. M. C. Paul, who is interested in purchasing the property owned by the School District at 3921 South Broadway for use as a transmission repair shop. Page 940 The building on this site was originally built for use as the McDonald Garage, and after many years was sold to the Englewood School Board for use as an Industrial Arts or Trade School. Since the Senior High School was expanded and facilities provided on the campus for these classes, this building has been used by the School District as a maintenance shop and garage for the school buses. Mr. Paul's purchase of the property is contingent upon his being able to obtain a permit for the transmission repair shop. This specific use is not listed as a permitted use in the B-2 Zone District, and the Commission is being asked to consider it under Section 22.4-llb(l6)of the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance, which states: "Any similar lawful use which, in the opinion of the Commission, is not objectionable to nearby property by reason of odor, dust, smoke, fumes, gas, heat, glare, radiation or vibration, or is not hazardous to the health and property of the surrounding area through danger of fire or explosion." Mr. Paul stated that he is planning to obtain a national franchise from the Aamco Transmission Company, andwill specialize in transmission work, primarily on automatic transmissions for passenger cars. Mr. Paul stated that he intends to remodel the building somewhat and that he plans to have six men working for him. There will be room for six hoists and parking can be provided for some 25 cars in the building. Mr. Paul stated that the work would all be per- formed inside of the structure and that there would be no hammering or other noises to bother the surrounding businesses and residents. An air gun compressor with less than five horsepower will be used; one is in use in the building at this time ~ In the discussion that followed, it was pointed out that this building has always been used for a use similar to the one under discussion --either as a commercial garage, a trade school for the repair of automobiles and also metal and wood working, or a bus storage and maintenance shop. The question of adequate off-street parking was discussed and Mr. Paul was .referred to the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance provisions for off-street parking. The problems associated with the 2-hour parking restriction on South Broadway and possible traffic congestion were adequate off-street parking not to be provided were also considered. The question of the condition of the structure was raised and the Commission was told by the School District representatives that the building is sound. It was the concensus o f the Commission members present that the use would be similar to that now in existence and previously lodged in the building, and that it would be compatible with the uses in the area ; i.e., the filling station and garage on the northeast corner of the Mansfield/Broadway intersection. MR. RICE MOVED: that the Chief Building Inspector be notified that the City Planning and Zoning Commission, under the authority of Section 22.4-llb(l6) of the Municipal Code, approves the use of the property at 3921 South Broadway as a transmission repair garage inasmuch as it is similar to and not inconsistent with, other permitted uses in the B-2 (Business) Zone District; the use is substantially the same as other uses that have been associated with the building since its construction, and it would not have an adverse affect upon the neighborhood. Mr. Parkinson seconded the motion. Discussion followed. The question was called for: AYES: Parkinson; Rice; Carlson; Woods NAYS: None ABSENT: Love; Touchton; The motion carried. There being no further business before the Commission, the meeting was adjourned. Dorothy A. Romans Recording Secretary, Pro-Tern * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *" I. CALL TO ORDER. CITY OF ENGLEWOOD PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION November 30, 1966 The postponed regular meeting of the City Planning and Zoning Commission was called to order at 8:05 P.M. by Chairman Woods. Members present: Love; Parkinson; Rice; Touchton; Woods Romans, Ex-officio Members absent: Carlson Also present: Planning Assistant Strahm; Arthur Davis; Jerry Kelly. II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES. Mr. Woods stated the Minutes of November 8, 1966, and November 23, 1966, were to be considered for approval. Parkinson moved: Rice seconded: The Minutes o f November 8, 1966, and November 23, 1966, be approved as written. The motion carried unanimously. I I I