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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1966-11-30 PZC MINUTESPage 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 I I I III. MASTER STREET PLAN. Mrs. Romans gave Commission members copies of the following letter: "November 18, 1966 Mrs. Dorothy Romans Planning Director City of Englewood City Hall 3400 South Elati Englewood, Colorado Proposed Replacement On Site Safeway Store No. 804 125 East Hampden Avenue Englewood, Colorado Dear Mrs. Romans: Page 941 I am pleased to inform you that our He ad Office has approved our proceeding with the replace- ment of our present store with a new, larger facility to be erected on the rear of the property and the old store demolished for parking lot purposes. Our Company's approval was contingent upon a bridge being erected and Sherman Street opened to Jefferson by-pass in order that people could get into town from the by-pass highway. · Presently Lincoln provides such an access but when it is changed to one-way South there would be no other way except by Sherman for our customers to arrive at our store. We think that opening Sherman Street for North bound traffic from the by-pass is of vital importance, not only to Safeway but all the other merchants in town, the only other exits being Logan several blocks to the East and Bannock on the West. We believe it is of vital importance to provide another means of getting into the heart of the downtown district. We would greatly appreciate your early advice as to whether or not this bridge will be erected and Sherman opened and, if possible, the date when this will be accomplished. Sincerely yours, s / A. E. Olson A.E. Olson Division Property Manager AEO;ghs" Mrs. Romans stated this was a point of information for the Commission. IV. IMPLEMENTATION OF MASTER STREET PLAN -ONE-WAY SYSTEM. Mrs. Romans stated she had discussed the proposed recommendation from the Planning Commission to City Council requesting the transfer of funds for the implementation of the one-way pattern with City Manager Dial. He in turn has requested City Engineer Waggoner to submit a revised estimate on the boxing of Dry Creek at Sherman and the paving of South Sherman Street in those blocks between East Yale Avenue and East Quincy Avenue which would need improvement. These figures are not yet available. Discussion ensued; the Commission felt it wiser to delay the recommendation until all information was available for consideration. V. FLOYD AVENUE CONTRACT -NEW ENGLEWOOD, LTD. Mr. Davis and Mr. Kelley from Von Frellick Associates were present to discuss the Floyd Avenue Contract, which was signed on August 4, 1964. This co n tract provided for a 24' service road serving the residents north of Floyd between Bannock and Huron, a 35' planting strip, and a roadway on the south of the planting strip which would provide for ingress to and egress from South Santa Fe Drive and the New Englewood Complex. New Englewood, Ltd., is now pro- posing a plan which would place east bound traffic north of the planting strip, and the west bound traffic south of the planting strip. Mr. Davis pointed out that a loop is proposed in the plan which would provide customers an exit from the shopping area at Huron/Galapago. An area approximately 50' x 70' in size within the loop would be landscaped. Discussion followed. Mr. Parkinson asked if the confusion motorists would ex p erience driving the one-way pattern and loop in a reverse direction had been considered. He pointed out that this would be in effect driving on the left side of the street. Discussion followed. Various traffic patterns that have been considered for Floyd Avenue over the pas t two years were reviewed. Mr. Davis discussed a cul-de-sac treatment for the streets from Bannock west to Santa Fe which now have access to Floyd Avenue. It was pointed out that the minimum radius for these proposed cul- de-sacs would have to be 50' to accommodate the fire trucks and to meet the standards set forth in the Subdivision Regulations. Further discussion followed. Mr. Davis stated that New Englewood, Ltd., would make further revisions to the plan and present them at the December 21st meeting of the Commission. VI. W. F. SEWELL GRAVEL EXCAVATION CASE #14-66D 2670 W. Union Mrs. Romans stated that she had talked to Mr. Sewell and informed him that fill for the excavation, if used, could be nothing organic, and that fencing would be required. Following this discussion, Mr. Sewell indicated a desire to have his request for a gravel excavation on his property continue to be tabled before the Commission. Mr. Sewell has inquired as to the possibilities of opening streets in the area to aid in its development. Mrs. Romans stated she had also talked to City Attorney Criswell about a possible ordinance governing sand and gravel excavation operations within the City. Discussion followed. Page 942 Parkinson moved: Love seconded: The Planning Director, on behalf of the City Planning and Zoning Commission, request the City Attorney to draft an Ordinance defining specifications for sand and gravel mining operations within the City of Englewood. The Ordinance is to make provision for additional requirements to be imposed as might be deemed necessary by the Planning Commission in any specific circumstances. The motion carried unanimously. VII. POLICY COMMITTEE REPORT. Chairman Woods stated that the financial situation was discussed at the last meeting. There is presently a charge of 8¢ per capita; it is under consideration to request participating municipalities to contribute an additional 2-1/2¢ per capita. Mr. Woods also pointed out that to obtain any Federal Aid, a community must be a participating member of a regional planning agency. He stated that he felt Englewood should de f initely be a participating member. Further discussion on the Regional Planning Commission programs ensued. Mrs. Romans stated that the Regional Librarians dinner and seminar will be held December 14, 1966, at the Con- tinental Denver. Those wishing to attend were asked to notify the office . The meeting adjourned at 9:50 P.M. Gertrude G. Welty Recording Secretary * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * >fof< I ,. I