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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1969-12-02 PZC MINUTESPage 1208 IV. HURON STREET EXTENSION 4100 Blk. S. Huron St. .CASE #43-6 9 Mrs. Romans stated that several years ago, Messrs. BuGkmas~er and Hepler brought in plans for what was referred to as the "Minor Developm,ent" in the 4100 block of South Huron Street. An extension of South Huron Street north of West Princeton Avenue which ended in a cul-de- sac was dedicated and three homes were subsequently developed in the area. The Director of Public Works has asked that the Commission consider the feasibili~y of opening this extension of South Huron Street onto West Oxford Avenue. Mr. Waggoner has pointed out ~hat when the City of Englewood takes over control of the Denver City Ditch, the grade on West Oxford can be cha ~ged, thus eliminating the dqngerous situation which now exists ~t this point on Oxford. Mr. Wag g oner feels that by extending South Huron to West Oxford Avenue, those persons who travel north on South Huron Street would then be given the option of turning off at .West Quincy Avenue or at West Oxford Avenue. Also , those persons on West Oxford Avenue wishing to go south on South Huron Street could do so. The matter has arisen because the 4200 block is in the proposed Paving District, and Mr . Waggoner would like to know the Commission's feeling before the District is approved, because it would make a difference on the roadway width that would be required in that block. Mr. Carlson stated he felt we would be spending a lot of money to get two additional blocks of street paving ; he stated that in his opinion, this is one of the worst spots in town. Mr. Lone stated that he is of the opinion that this could be a very nice quiet residential area and provides a relief to the grid-pattern development of the City. Further discussion followed. It was the determination of the Commission that Mr. Waggoner be informed that it is the feeling of the Commission that the suggestion seems somewhat unfeasible based on the information available at this point, but they would consider the matter further were cost estimates to be made available. V. MISCELLANE OUS Mrs. Romans stated that there was a Hearing before the Coloracb Department of Highways, November 21st, at 2 P.M. on the Santa Fe project between the Valley Highway and West Florida Avenue. She stated that what is done on the project at that point could have a bearing on the project in Englewood , and suggested that any members who could attend plan to do so. The meeting adjourned at 9:50 P.M. Gertrude G. Welty Recording Secretary * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * ** I. CALL TO ORDER. CITY OF ENGLEWOOD PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING December 2, 1969 The regular meeting of the City Planning and Zoning Commission was called to order at 7:55 P.M. by Chairman Woods. Members present: Carlson; Lentsch; Touchton; Woods Romans, Ex-officio Members absent: Lone; Parkinson Also present: City Attorney Criswell II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES. Chairman Woods stated that the Minutes of November 18, 1969, were to be considered for approval. Carlson moved: Lentsch seconded: The Minutes of November 18 , 1969, be approved as written. The motion carried unanimously. III. MR. JAY PETTITT 3075 S. Santa Fe Dr. CONDITIONAL USE Mobile Home Park CASE #42-69B Nov. 18, 1969 Oct. 28, 1969 Mrs. Romans stated that Mr. Machol, counsel for Mr. Payton, the present owner of the subject property, had called the Planning Office earlier in. the day and stated that neither he, on behalf of Mr. Payton, or Mr. Pettitt would be in attendance this evening, inasmuch as their presentation was not fully prepared. Mr . Machol stated that they would like to attend the meeting of December 16 , 1969, for further discussion on Mr. Pettitt's request for expansion of a Mobile Home Park at the above address. I I I I I I Page 1209 IV. MR. ARTHUR HENRY 1905 West Harvard SUBDIVISION WAIVER CASE #44-69 Mrs. Romans displayed a land use map of the area, and pointed out the property which is owned by Mr. Henry. Inasmuch as Mr. Henry could not be at the meeting, Mr. John Lind was in attendance as his representative. Mr. Lind explained that Mr. Henry wants to construct an office building- warehouse complex on the property. The right-of-way for the north 30 ft. of West Harvard Avenue has been dedicated from the south 30 ft. of the parcel. The property extends north to what would be the centerline of West Baker Avenue, were it to be dedicated to a 60 ft. width however, and it will be necessary for Mr. Henry to dedicate the north 30 ft. of his property for the south one-half of West Baker Avenue. Mrs. Romans stated that this should be a point of considera- tion, inasmuch as West Baker Avenue is projected to be opened to provide access to this in- dustrial area. Mr. Lind presented members with a survey of the area, and stated that this was only for the south half of the property. The north half of the property is used for storage of construction equipment, and Mr. Henry intends to continue that usage. Discussion followed. Mr. Line stated that Mr. Henry was willing to give a dedication for the required 30 ft. right-of-way for West Baker Avenue. He stated that Mr. Henry realizes that West Baker will have to be widened to provide access for development, and that it will be to his benefit to have the street ' opened. Mr. Criswell stated that the Waiver, were the Commission to decide to approve the request for a Waiver, could be conditioned upon receipt of a Deed for the 30 ft. right-of-way for the South one-half of West Baker Avenue. Discussion followed. Touchton moved: Carlson seconded: That the application by Mr. John Lind, on behalf of Mr. Arthur Henry, for a Subdivision Waiver for the property described as follows: Commencing at at a point 330 ft. west of the SE corner of S 1 /2 SW 1 /4 NE 1 /4 SW 1 /4, Section 28, Township 4 South, Range 68 West, thence west 61 ft. to a point; thence north 330 ft.; thence east 61 ft.; thence south 330 ft. to the point of beginning, EXCEPT that parcel conveyed by instrument recorded in Book 593, Page 260, in the records of Arapahoe County, Colorado,· be approved conditioned upon the receipt of a Deed to the City of the north 30 ft. of the parcel for the right-of-way for the south one-half of West Baker Avenue, such Deed to be approved by the City Attorney. The motion carried unanimously. V. MR. ORA FLEISCHER 3201 S. Santa Fe Dr. SUBDIVISION WAIVER CASE #45-69 Mrs. Romans stated that Mr. Fleischer was interested in property to the south of Dartmouth Avenue, on which property it is his intent to construct a car wash. The property is not platted. Mrs. Romans presented members with pictures of a proposed car wash which Mr. Fleischer had filed with his application for a Waiver to the provisions of the Subdivision Regulations. Mrs. Romans noted that there was no need for additional street right-of-way at this time on South Santa Fe Drive, and the utilities to serve the site are in. Discussion followed on the merits of requiring a Subdivision Plat, or a Waiver thereto, for this site, inasmuch as Mr. Fleischer does not intent to sell any portion of the land at this time and the property has access onto a dedicated street. Mrs. Romans pointed out that the entire parcel will not be utilized by the proposed car wash, and that another use could be put on the back portion of the property. Further discussion followed. Mr. Fleischer stated that he does not intend to have a second use on the property, and that the car wash will encompass "almost all" of the site. The location of the proposed building on the site was discussed. Mr. Fleischer stated that there is a 27 ft. setback from the right-of-way line on South Santa Fe, and at least 30 to 35 ft. setback from the pavement line. Mr. Fleischer stated he operates a car wash in Littleton, and there has not been any problem in "stacking" of cars once they have gotten through the car wash itself, even when they take advantage of the vacuums which are used after washing the car. Mr. Fleischer stated he plans to have the same layout on this site, and does not anticipate any stacking problem except those waiting to go through the car wash itself. Discussion followed. It was determined by the Commission, upon the advice of the City Attorney, that Mr. Fleischer should not be required to apply for a Subdivision Waiver in order to construct the car wash on this site. Mrs. Romans asked if it were a correct interpretation of the Commission's decision that matters such as this one just considered, should not come before the Commission unless additional street right-of-way, easements, etc. would be required? She asked if this were the case if the staff should review such matters in the future? Further discussion followed. No final, direction was given to the staff; but it was suggested that the applicant for a Building Permit under similar circumstances should be notified that before any further division of the property could take place there would have to be compliance with the Sub- division Regulations. - - - --- - -- -- --- - - - - - - - - - --- IV. OFF-STREET PARKING Mr. Lentsch stated that he has talked to the downtown merchants, and that a meeting is set for next week to discuss the matter of acquiring land for off-street parking. VII. SWEDISH MEDICAL CENTER. Mrs. Romans and m~mbers of the Commission who attended the joint meeting of the Planning Commission and the Board of Directors of Swedish Medical Center on November 22, 1969, re- viewed that meeting and the tour through the Hospital facilities. Discussion followed. The Commission directed Mrs. Romans to write a letter to Swedish Medical Center expressing the appreciation of the Commission for the opportunity to meet with the Board of Directors and the tour of the Medical facilities. ------- --- - - - - ---- --- - ---- Page 1210 VIII. COMPREHENSIVE ZONING ORDINANCE. The status of the revision of the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance was discussed. Mr. Carlson stated that he felt that Mr. Criswell and Mrs. Romans have gotten into the revision of the Ordinance far enough that valuable time would be lost were the matter to be removed from M~ Criswell's hands when his resignation as City Attorney becomes effective December 31st. Mr. Carlson stated that the Commission should suggest to City Council that Mr. Criswell be authorized to proceed on the revision of the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance. Mr. Criswell stated that he would have no objection to continue working on the Ordinance after his term of office ex- pires, a nd that he felt the Council would, in all probability, tell Mr. Berardini, the new City At to r n e y , and himself to handle the transition of the duties in the way they feel is best. In this event, he would plan to continue his work on the Ordinance. IX. R-3 REQUIRED OFF-STREET PARKING. Mrs. Romans stated that she was very much concerned about the problems that are arising around the apartment houses within the City. Parking for the tenants is not being provided on a 1:1 basis as is required by the Ordinance in every instance. People who live adjacent to the apartment houses are complaining because the tenants and their guests are parking in their driveways, occupying the entire street parking area, etc. A survey of surrounding jurisdictions was made on the off-street requirements for their Multi-family Zone Districts, and two of them require no off-street parking; four require one space per unit, and one re- quires 1-1/2 spaces per unit. One jurisdiction stated they would prefer 1-1/2 spaces, and another is plann ing to go to 1-3/4 spaces per unit. Another requirement which Mrs. Romans felt must be written into the Ordinance when it is revised, is a minimum size parking space. Mrs. Romans stated that she felt a minimum width of 9 ft. should be required for a parking stall. Discussion followed. Mrs. Romans then gave members a copy of a survey of the apart- ment houses in Englewood, showing the number of units, the number of parking spaces being provided, the percentage of lot coverage, the year built, etc. This schedule was reviewed. Mr. Criswell stated that he was under the impression that applicants for R-3 Zoning have stated in Public Hearings that lending institutions will not finance apartment construction unless parking is provided at least 1-1/2:1. He concluded from this survey that this is obviously not correct. Further discussion followed. Mr. Carlson noted that another change he felt should be made in the Ordinance is to permit the required off-street parking to be located across the street or alley from the subject building. We presently require it to be on the same site. Mrs. Romans agreed that this should be changed. Brief discussion followed. No action was taken at this time. X. MOBILE HOME PARKS. Mr. Carlson stated that he and Mrs. Romans had toured the Payton Park Mobile Home Park on December 1, 1969, and then had toured adjacent mobile home parks. Mr. Carlson discussed the conditions found at Payton Park, and compared it with the condition of another mobile home park to the south of Payton Park, where there was grass, where no trash is stored around the mobile homes, and where some tenants have installed picket fences around the mobile home. Mr. Carlson stated that in his opinion, this Park at 3141 South Santa Fe Drive is in general a nice park. Mr. Carlson noted that Payton Park has 13 mobile homes at the present time. He stated that he was ready to suggest to Mr. Pettitt at the next meeting, that the Payton Mobile Home Park be brought up to standards as the Park at 3141 South Santa Fe Drive has been, and that he would recommend ·that the Commission give Mr. Pettitt per- mission to have 17 trailer spaces. Discussion followed. The meeting was adjourned at 9:50 P.M. Gertrude G. Welty Recording Secretary * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * I. CALL TO ORDER. CITY OF ENGLEWOOD PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION December 17, 1969 The meeting of the City Planning and Zoning Commission was called to order by Chairman Woods. Members present: Carlson; Lone; Touchton; Woods Romans, Ex-officio Members absent: Lentsch; Parkinson - -- --- - - - -- -- --- - ----- II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES. Mr. Woods stated that the Minutes of December 2, 1969 were to be considered for approval. Touchton moved: Carlson seconded: The Minutes of December 2, 1969, be approved as written. The motion carried unanimously. - - - - --- - - - - - - - I I I