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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1996-12-17 PZC MINUTES• • • I. CITY OF ENGLEWOOD PLANNING AND ZONING C01\1MISSION DECEMBER 17, 1996 CALL TO ORDER. The regular meeting of the City Planning and Zoning Commission was called to order at 7 :00 P .M. in Conference Room A of Englewood City Hall, Vice-Chair Douglas presiding. Members present: Dummer, Garrett, Horner, Redpath, Weber, Welker, Douglas Simpson, Ex-officio Members absent: Mason, Tobin (both with previous notice) Vice-Chair Douglas declared a quorum present. II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES November 19, 1996 Mr. Douglas stated that the Minutes of November 19, 1996 were to be considered for ap- proval. Horner moved: Garrett seconded: The Minutes of November 19, 1996 be approved as written. AYES: NAYS: Dummer, Garrett, Horner, Redpath, Weber, Welker, Douglas None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: Mason, Tobin The motion carried. III. FINDINGS OF FACT Canfield Subdivision CASE #SD-96-03 Mr. Douglas called for consideration of the Findings of Fact on the Canfield Subdivision. Welker moved: Redpath seconded: The Findings of Fact on the Canfield Subdivision, Case #SD-96-03, be approved as written. AYES: NAYS: Garrett, Horner, Redpath, Weber, Welker, Douglas, Dummer None \\ENG_CH\SYS\DEPT\NBD\GROUP\BOARDS\PLANCOMM\MINUTES 96\PCM12-96A.DOC 1 ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: Tobin, Mason The motion carried. IV. COMPREHENSIVE ZONING ORDINANCE Revision of entire zoning ordinance CASE #OR-96-06 Copies of the proposed revised Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance were distributed to members of the Commission. Mr. Simpson discussed various development/redevelopment projects and issues that the City will be addressing in the near future, noting that the quality of development citizens desire is one of several catalysts behind efforts to strengthen and tighten zoning and development regulations in Englewood. Mr. Simpson responded to questions regarding com- parison of the proposed ordinance revisions with the existing zoning regulations , and noted that the proposed zoning regulations is a compilation of existing regulations, regulations plagiarized from other metro entities, and from a "library " of information from the American Planning Association. Mr . Simpson noted that the present zoning ordinance is poorly formatted , is not market responsive, is not consistent, and is difficult to interpret, both by staff and by general public . Change in format and clarification are being addressed in the proposed ordinance revi- sions. Mr. Simpson noted that some regulations will not change at all; some regulations will be "similar" to existing regulations, and other regulations will be new. Mr. Simpson suggested that the proposed zoning ordinance will require a significant level of commitment from staff and Commission to review the proposal during the next several weeks , and suggested the Commission may be meeting every week during the months of January and February. In response to questions from Commission members, Mr. Simpson stated that he does not an- ticipate a change in zone district boundaries at this time; the proposed revisions pertain only to the written regulations and standards. Overlay districts, such as the Flood Plain District, were briefly discussed . Mr . Simpson clarified the intent to keep "overlay districts" to a minimum, but commented that an overlay district in conjunction with the South Broadway Plan may be developed. Discussion ensued . The schedule for review of the proposed ordinance revisions was further discussed. Mr. Gar- rett suggested the possibility of meeting for a couple of Saturday sessions if an evening every week proved too onerous. Mr. Homer suggested the Commission should try to stick to a given day -Tuesday evenings, for example --to provide continuity. Mr. Homer stated that a Saturday session from 8 :30 to Noon could be workable, but that a longer day might prove dif- ficult for members to plan their personal weekend activities around. Discussion ensued. It was the consensus of the Commission that Director Simpson should prepare a schedule for re- view of the ordinance , said schedule to allow for the conduct of normal business on regular meeting evenings , as well as setting one or two Saturday sessions for Commission considera- • • tion. Mr. Simpson committed to development of this schedule, and that it would be mailed to • Commission members no later than December 27, 1996. \\ENG_C H\SYS\DEP1\NBD\GROUP\BOARDS\PLANCOMM\MINUTES 96\PCM1 2-96A.DOC 2 • • • Progress on the redevelopment of the Mall was discussed. Mr. Simpson stated that an applica- tion for Planned Unit Development is anticipated this week, according to the developer . Phasing of redevelopment was discussed. Sony Theaters commitment to the project will con- tinue so long as this "film zone" remains available, and/or actual construction begins. Mr. Simpson stated that the agenda for January 7, 1997, will include a presentation by Mr. Graham, Neighborhood Community Coordinator , on the South Broadway Corridor Plan. Mr. Simpson discussed the history of this effort, which also has a basis in concern regarding land uses, and has included meetings with focus groups and area residents , as well as physical as- sessments of the corridor. The Plan, as is being developed, will have an "action" focus, and City Council will be asked to support and implement the Plan through budgetary provisions. In response to a question from Mr. Horner, Mr. Simpson stated that the South Broadway Cor- ridor study does not include the downtown area, for which EDDA is developing a plan. He stated he understood the completed downtown plan is to be presented to the City sometime in February , 1997. Mr. Garrett asked about the Gothic Theater renovation. Mr. Simpson stated that there has been insufficient staff and time to adequately address the proposal for the Gothic Theater. EDDA may be addressing this issue in their plan. The serious lack of parking for this use was discussed. Mr. Horner asked about the northeast corner of the South Clarkson Street/U.S. 285 intersec- tion. Staff responded that a previously approved PD for Dr. Swinehart has failed to material- ize, apparently because of financial difficulties. There have been recent inquiries (one earlier on this date) regarding development potentials of the site. Mr. Simpson commented that this site had been considered for a small hotel , but the opinion is that a minimum of three to four acres is needed to accommodate such a development. Mr. Douglas commented on the general appearance of the various motels along the South Broadway corridor. Mr. Simpson stated that this will be addressed in the South Broadway Corridor plan. Other land uses which will be addressed include temporary labor halls, pawn shops, etc. He commented on legal representation engaged by the temporary labor halls. Mr. Horner inquired about the Chicken Ranch Estates. Staff noted that applicant Nestler has indicated he is involved in the renovation of two of the single-family homes so they can be marketed; once those homes are sold , he has indicated he plans to demolish the "chicken coop" and relocate the tenants of that structure. V. PUBLIC FORUM. No one was present to address the Commission . \\ENG_ CH\SYS\DEPliNBD\GROUP\BOARDS\PLANCOMM\MINUTES 96\PCM l2-96A.DOC 3 VI. DIRECTOR'S CHOICE. Mr. Simpson reminded Commission members of the Holiday Dinner on Thursday, December 19th, at the Englewood Golf Course. VII. COMMISSIONER'S CHOICE. Nothing was brought up for discussion. The meeting was declared adjourned. - Gertrude G . Welty, Recording Secreta \\ENG_ CH\SYS\DEPT\NBD\GROUP\BOARDS\PLANCOMM\MINUTES 96\PCM I 2-96A.DOC 4 - • • •