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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1970-05-19 PZC MINUTESPage 1246 IV. MOORE REZONING Lots 5, 6, 7, 8 Bell Isle Gardens Second Filing CASE #12-68 Mrs. Romans reminded members that the Public Hearing on the above rezoning request is scheduled for May 19, 1970, at 8:00 P.M. Discussion followed. -- ----- - --- - - - - --- --- - V. CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM. Mrs. Romans reported that pursuant to directions from the Chairman, requests have been sent to the various departments, boards and commissions, asking that their capital improvement needs list be presented to the Commission for their consideration at meetings in June. Copies of last year's capital improvement program were distributed for reference. The meeting disbanded at 8:45 P.M. Gertrude G. Welty Recording Secretary * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * I. CALL TO ORDER. CITY OF ENGLEWOOD PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MAY 19, 1970 The regular meeting of the City Planning and Zoning Commission was called to order at 8:05 P.M. by Chairman Carlson. Members present: Woods; Walsh; Senti; Lentsch; Carlson Romans, Ex-officio Members absent: Lone Also present: City Attorney Berardini II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES. Mr. Carlson stated that Minutes of the Meeting of April 21, 1970,. were to be considered for approval. Lentsch moved: Walsh seconded: The Minutes of April 21, 1970, be approved as written. The motion carried unanimously. III. R. G. CUMMINGS Lo ts 5, 6 , 7 , 8 Block 1, Bell .Isle Gardens Second Filing REZONING R-4 to I-1 CASE #12-68 Mr. Carlson stated that a Public Hearing has been called for the purpose of considering the application to rezone the property at the northwest corner of West Thomas Avenue and the Beverly Drive intersection. The property is presently zoned R-4 (Residential-Professional) and the request is for I-1 (Light Industrial) zoning. Woods moved: Senti seconded: The Public Hearing be opened. The motion carried unanimously. Mrs. Romans stated that the property has been posted the required length of time, and that public notice was in the official City newspaper, the Englewood Herald, on April 30, 1970. Mrs. Romans then indicated the area on the official zoning map and reviewed the R-4 (Resi- dential /Professional) Zone District restrictions, which will permit single and two-family residential uses on 50 ft. frontage, while office buildings, parking lots, public buildings, educational institutions and religious institutions are required to have a minimum of 100 ft. frontage. Mrs. Romans pointed out that non-residential uses are required to screen their property to shield that use from adjoining residential property owners. Mrs. Romans also noted the zoning on property which abuts the site. ·To the south, the land is in the City of Englewood and is zoned I-1, (Light Industrial). In Arapahoe County, there is R-3 (Single-family Residential) zoning to the north and east of the site; light industry ad- joining the property on the west, and across Pecos Street there is heavy industrial zoning. Mrs. Romans then gave a resume' of permitted uses in the I-1 (Light Industrial) Zone District in the City of Englewood. Mrs. Romans noted that the height in this industrial district was controlled by the "Gross floor area" in that the gross floor area could not exceed two times the lot area. She noted that again, screening is required when an industrial development abuts or adjoins a residential zone district. Off-street parking is also required. Mrs. Romans also reviewed the limitations on "external effects" which govern industrial uses, such as limitations on soot, vibrations, odors, noise, glare, etc. I I I I I I Page 1247 Mrs. Romans stated that Mr. Cummings, property owner, had called earlier in the day to state that he was hospitalized and would be unable to attend the meeting. He stated that he had asked Mr. Moore, who wishes to develop the property, to present the proponents case before the Commission. Mrs. Romans also noted that a "covenant" had been filed with the Planning Office, wherein Mr. Cummings has stated he will restrict the use of the land if the rezoning is granted to the use Mr. Moore proi:oses. Mrs. Romans asked if the Commission desired to have this document read at this time. Mr. Carlson stated that it would be read later in the meeting. Mr. Carlson asked the proponents of the rezoning request to present their case. Mr. James Moore stated that he has the property under contract of sale based on approval of industrial zoning to accommodate their proposed use, which is the manufacture of Bingo Cards. Mr. Moore noted that his firm has operated at their present location -4796 South Broadway - for 20 years; they are desirous of remaining within the City of Englewood, and need I-1 zoning to develop their new building. Mr. Moore noted that their business is now too large for their present quarters, and stated that this site has 30,000 sq. ft. lot area, which will be ample room for some time to come. Mr. Moore stated that this site was selected because it is in near proximity to their present location on Broadway and has I-1 surroundings. Mr. Moore stated that he knew of no new residential uses constructed within the area in the last several years, while several industrial developments have taken place. Mr. Moore noted that his firm is of the opinion that the trend in this area is definitely toward industrial use, and for that reason, decided to try to get the land rezoned to the I-1. Mr. Moore pointed out that the R-4 zoning in this area is not "workable", stating that the site has not developed since it was originally zoned R-4 some eight years ago. Mr. Moore stated that in his opinion, it is not feasible that a doctor or other professional person would build an office at this location. Mr. Moore noted that he had talked to several of the residents which immediately abut upon the subject property; he acknowledged that the first reaction was one of opposition, but stated that when he explained the plans of his firm, he felt they were not as firmly opposed to the rezoning. Mr. Moore stated that this was one reason the covenants were drawn between Mr. Cummings and the residents. Mr. Moore .closed his presentation and asked the Commission to favorably consider the request and to so recommend to City Council. Chairman Carlson asked if there were anyone else who wished to speak in favor of the rezon:ing request? No one indicated they wished to speak. Mr. Carlson then asked the opponents of the request to present their arguments. Mr. Stohn 1530 W. Tufts -stated that his property abuts the subject site on the north for 125 ft. He stated that he wished to submit an adverse petition, and ask the members to read the petition. Mr. Stohn stated that this matter has been considered before, and the R-4 Zone was a "compromise" reached after much deliberation. He felt the .I-1 Zone request would constitute "spot zoning", and would infringe upon and depreciate the value of his property. Mr. Stohn stated that the area was originally platted and zoned for residential use, and asked that the zoning remain unchanged. Mr. Carlson asked Mr. Stohn if he were a resident of 1530 West Tufts now, and if he had been a resident when the R-4 Zoning was imposed on the property? Mr. Stohn replied that he lived there now, and lived there when the R-4 zoning was agreed upon. Mr. Stohn furtber pointed out that all the homes along West Tufts Avenue are occupied. Mr. Manning 1540 W. Tufts -stated that he has 60 ft. which also adjoins the subject site on the north; he stated that he and Mr. Stohn own three of the lots which do adjoin Mr. Moore's site. Mr. Manning stated he had lived there 14 years, and he would like to have a little "open space next to his property". Mr. Lentsch asked Mr. Moore what use the industrial land to the south of the site he is in- terested in is devoted to? Mr. Moore replied that there are two industrial properties on it at this time, and there are two rental properties. Mr. Moore emphasized that he has no in- terest whatever in this land to the south of Lots 5, 6, 7 and 8. Mr. Moore again stated that he had spoken to the property owners only on West Tufts Avenue; he noted that the one property is for sale at the present time. Mr. Moore also stated that if the rezoning request is approved, they will conform to the requirements of the zoning ordinance and building code. Mr. Moore stated that screening would definitely be provided as requi~ed by the Zoning Ordinance. Mr. Lentsch asked Mr. Moore what his objective was when he talked to the residents? Mr. Moore stated that he felt it would be better to talk to the people and let them know what he had in mind rather than just posting the property and letting it go at that. Mr. Lentsch asked if he found anyone in favor of the rezoning change? Mr. Moore replied that the gentleman who owned the corner property indicated he was in favor; his property being the one that is for sale. Discussion followed. Mrs. Romans read the following covenant which has been signed by Robert G. and Lois E. Cummings, and duly notarized: "COVENANTS AFFECTING LOTS 5, 6, 7 and 8, Block 1, Bell Isle Gardens, 2nd Filing, City of Englewood, County of Arapahoe, Colorado. KNOW ALL BY THESE PRESENTS: Whereas the undersigned owners of the captioned lots, hereinafter referred to as "OWNERS", Robert G. Cummings and Lois E. Cummings, have agreed to place certain restrictions against the .~aid lots.for the benefit of the residential property owners residing within 500 feet ot t~e inter~ection of West Tufts Avenue and Beverly Drive in the County of Arapahoe, for a period of five years from the date of recording of this document. RESERVATIONS: Easements and rights-of-way as now existing shall remain unaffected by the recording of this covenant. Page 1248 GENERAL CONDITIONS, STIPULATIONS AND RESTRICTIVE COVENANT: owners covenant that in the event Lots 5, 6, 7 and 8, Block 1, Bell Isle Gardens Second Filing, City of Englewood, Arapahoe County, Colorado, are rezoned by the City of Englewood at Council Hearing set for May 19, 1970, (or within 60 days after this meeting) from existing R-4 (Residential-4) to I-1 (light industrial) that the property will be used by Moore and Hansen Manufacturing Company, presently located at 4796 South Broadway, Englewood, Colorado, for light manufacturing. This covenant is being filed to protect the aforementioned residential owners within the prescribed area and it is also in consideration of these owners assisting in getting a clean and well established industry located on the said lots. In the event that the land is rezoned from R-4 to I-1 and for some unknown reason Moore and Hansen Manufacturing Company do not complete the purchase of the property, in this event OWNERS agree that no other business shall be located on the property without receiving the written consent of 75% of the aforesaid affected residential owners, and this consent shall not be unreasonably withheld and shall be consistent with existing zoning considering the proximity of the residential properties. This executed agreement is being deposited with the City of Englewood with instructions to record if the rezoning is granted and to destroy and not record if it is not granted. /s / Robert G. Cummings owner State of Colorado )ss. County of Arapahoe ) /s / Lois E. Cummings Owner The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this 19 day of May , 1970, by ___ ..___ __ My commission expires February 8, 1974. Witness my hand and official Seal. SEAL Betty J. Hutchison ---=------------------------Notary Public" Mr. Stohn asked that the petition opposing the rezoning be read. Mrs. Romans read the following petition: "To the Members of the Englewoo<! Planning and Zoning Commission. We, the following undersigned property owners, adjacent and contiguous to 4 lots in the 1500 block of West Thomas Avenue in the name of Cummungs located in Block 1, Belle Isle Addition, now the subject of a rezoning request at this hearing, oppose and object to a reversal of present zoning. An earlier request was judiciously compromised to protect adjoining property owners and it is to this decision that we firmly subscribe. The Commission found our position at a pre- vious hearing equitable and logical not withstanding the fact that this area was originally platted for homes and was sold for homes. The homes now there were and are an investment to the now domiciled residents in this section and therefore any change with intent and purpose is an encroachment detrimental and depreciating to our investments and environment. We ask that it remain as now established. Date Name Address 5 /16/70 Joseph R. Tower 1501 W. Tufts 5 /16/70 Inez V. Tower 1501 w. Tufts 5 /16/70 Carl Vaughn 1600 w. Tufts 5 /16/70 Evelyn Vaughn 1600 w. Tufts 5 /16/70 Henry C. Hayes 1590 w. Tufts 5 /16/70 John C. Gilliland 1470 w. Tufts 5 /16/70 Sarah Gilliland 1470 w. Tufts 5 /17 /70 Mrs. w. F. Manning 1540 w. Tufts 5 /16/70 J. s. Ford 4580 s. Jason 5 /16/70 Mrs. J. s. Ford 4580 s. Jason 5 /16/70 Mary Armstrong 4560 s. Jason 5 /17/70 William F. Manning 1540 w. Tufts Ave. 5 /17/70 c. K. Armstrong 4560 s. Jason St. 5 /17/70 Doris M. Wallizer 4551 So. Jason St. 5 /17/70 Dayton L. Wallizer 4551 s. Jason St. D. B. Hayes 1590 W. Tufts 5 /18/70 Marlene H. Stohn 1530 W. Tufts Ave. 5 /18/70 K. c. Stohn 1530 w. Tufts Ave. 5 /18/70 Mr. & Mrs. E. w. Nelson 4655 So. Mariposa 5 /18/70 Mr. & Mrs. H. F. McDermott 4685 So. Mariposa Dr. Dr. 5 /18/70 Mr. Elmer Jungck 4606 So. Mariposa Dr. 5 /18/70 Mr. & Mrs. William Eldridge 1450 W. Tufts 5 /19/70 Mrs. Elmer L. Jungck 4606 So. Mariposa Dr. 5 /19/70 William C. Webber 4545 So. Lipan Ct." Discussion on the petition followed. It was noted by the Chairman that there might be a question as to the legality of some of the signatures. Further discussion followed. Mrs. Romans stated that the Commission must keep in mind whether or not there have been changes in the area since it was zoned R-4, and whether it is felt that the zoning was proper to begin with. I I I I I I Page 1249 Mr. Fielding Moore stated that he understood the opposition of the residents of the area, and that it was unfortunate that the industrial area had crowded in around their homes. He stated that he would like to tell those persons present that they (Moore and Hansen Manufacturing Company) have been in business in Englewood for 20 years; they hire Englewood employees for the most part; and they run a very clean, quiet business, which the fire de- partment has rated very highly for the cleanliness of their operation. He stated that they will maintain the proposed site with the same diligence as the present site at 4796 South Broadway. He stated that he felt their proposed development would be much better than the weeds which are now on the property, and he felt it would be an asset to the community and would not be objectionable in any way. Mrs. Irene Jungck 4606 S. Mariposa Dr. -stated that her home overlooks the industrial area, and asked what assurance home owners of the area had that the screening would indeed be required? Mrs. Jungck noted two industrial developments which have located in that area, and which have not been required to pro- vide screening; she also noted the trailers and junk stored at the rear of the properties which are not pleasant for the neighbors to look upon. Mr. Berardini asked if the view from Mrs. Jungck's home was an "elevated view"? Mrs. Jungck acknowledged that it was, but stated that if the screening were .in as is required in the Ordinance, this would improve the situation. Mrs. Romans noted that neither the Planning Department nor the Planning Commission can "en- force" the Ordinance, but that the matter of enforcement is the responsibility of the Building Department. Mrs. Romans stated that if, after complaints have been registered with the Building Department and nothing has been done to alleviate such a situation, the next recourse would be to the City Manager. Mrs. Romans reiterated that the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance requires screening only "where an I-1 building site abuts a Residential Zone District." Mr. Manning noted a light on the Plastics business that is kept on all night, and which illuminates their patio and shines into their bedroom. He stated that this glare is also very bothersome. Mr. Lentsch asked for a show of hands of those in favor of the rezoning? Three persons in- dicated they favored the rezoning. Mr. Carlson then asked for the persons opposed to the request to raise their hands. Five persons indicated they were opposed. Mr. Lentsch asked how many of the proponents resided within Englewood. One person lived within the City. Mr. Carlson then asked how many of the opponents were City of Englewood residents. One person indicated they resided within the City of Englewood. Discussion followed. Dr. Walsh asked of Mrs. Romans if rezoning this site to light industrial would depreciate the value of the adjoining residential property? Mrs. Romans stated that she did not feel qualified to answer such a question, but that a real estate appraiser could; she did note, however, that with proper controls on external effects, it is possible for the industrial and residential districts to be compatible. Mr. Senti stated that he would like to state that he had lived in the 4700 block of South Lincoln for four years in back of Mr. Moore's business. He stated he was very familiar with the operation, and that what has been said by the Messrs. Moore about their present operation is true, and he feels it would also be true about their proposed operation. Mr. Senti stated he knew of no complaints about the Broadway location, and he stated that he feels it would be operated exactly as the Messrs. Moore have stated --. clean, quietly, and no junk in the yard, etc. Further discussion on the county zoning which abuts the residential zoning on West Tufts followed. Lentsch moved: Senti seconded: The Public Hearing be closed. The motion carried unanimously. Mr. Carlson asked Mr. Moore if there were a time limitation on the contract to purchase, inasmuch as the Commission might not feel ready to make the decision at this time. Mr. Moore stated that they would like. to begin construction as soon as possible if the zoning is approved. Mrs. Romans reviewed the procedure that would be followed in t the event the rezoning is approved, and the procedure by which Mr. Moore has the opportunity to appeal the decision to the City Council if the zoning were to be denied by the Commission. Discussion followed. Mr. Manning requested the Commission to make a decision on the matter this evening. Mr. Lentsch moved: The matter be tabled for further consideration. There was no second to Mr. Lentsch's motion, and the Chairman declared the motion dead for the lack of a second. Mr. Woods asked . for a recess of the Commission. Mr. Carlson declared a 10-minute recess at 9:10 P.M. The meeting was again called to order at 9:23 P.M. Mr. Carlson asked for further discussion on the decision for Mr. Moore's rezoning request. Woods moved: Senti seconded: • The Planning Commission recommend to City Council that the rezoning re- quest filed by Mr. Robert Cummings for Lots 5, 6, 7, and 8, Block 1, Bell Isle Gardens, 2nd Filingk from R-4 (Residential-Professional) to I-1 (Light Industrial) be approved for the following reasons: The land has not developed under its present zoning and it has been demonstrated that it can be utilized under the proposed zoning; Page 1250 The property abuts I-1 zoning in the City on the south and in Arapahoe County on the west, making the I-1 zoning request an extension of like zoning; There has been no new residential development in the area in the last several years, while new industries have developed in the immediate area, several in the last two or three years, demonstrating that the trend of development in the area is toward industrial. The motion carried unanimously. Mrs. Romans again reviewed the procedure that would now follow the Commission's recommendation to Council; Council will receive the recommendation, set a date for Public Hearing, hold tlE Hearing, render a decision, and if approved will become final 30 days after publication in the Englewood Herald. The comments on problems existing in the industrial area, i.e., no screening, lights that are offensive were noted , and the Commission asked that these comments be referred to the Building Department and to the City Manager. The Commission also asked that the members of the Com- mission receive copies of the letter. IV. WILKERSON CORPORATION Off-Street Parking Plan CASE #ll-70A May 12, 1970 Mrs. Romans stated that this matter was discussed at the informal Commission meeting on May 12th, at which time members in attendance gave informal approval to the layout, and after which, members who had been unable to attend the meeting were polled by telephone and had given tentative approval. Mrs. Romans noted that the Building Department had been notified that the Commission was, informally, in favor of the parking plan. Mrs. Romans reviewed tlE plan, noting there are 165 parking spaces indicated, and that Wilkerson has 113 employees on the "day shift" and 36 employees on "swing shift", giving Wilkerson Corporation ample parking. Mrs. Romans stated that she had discussed the ingress-egress points with the Chief Building Inspector as requested by Mr. Lentsch, and stated that they will not be permitted to drive over the curbing at any point, entering and existing only at designated points of ingress and egress. Discussion followed. Woods moved: Senti seconded: The Off-street Parking Plan, as submitted by Wilkerson Corporation, be . approved provided that access points are controlled by bumper stops, .screening, fencing or some other means of delineation of ingress~egress points. The motion carried unanimously. Discussion followed on other parking lots in the City where this has been recommended by the Commission, and the recommendation has not been instituted. The staff was directed to check the parking lot at First Federal Savings in the 4300 block of South Broadway for compliance with the recommendation of the Commission. V. ROYAL ENGLISH 3075.S. Santa Fe Dr. MOBILE HOME PARK Payton P~:trk CASE #12-70 Mrs. Romans stated that she realized the Commission had imposed a moratorium on consideration of Mobile Home Parks until the proposed Ordinance was adopted; however, inasmuch as this mobile home park is in existence, she suggested that Mr. English present his case to the Commission. Mrs. Romans noted that Mr. English had been associated with Mr. Pettitt, who had asked in 1969 to have the park enlarged from the 17 approved spaces to 27 spaces. Mr. Pettitt's request had been denied. Mr. English has just purchased the land himself, and is asking for permission to remove two very dilapidated dwelling units and to install three additional mobile home spaces. Mr. English stated that it was his desire to modernize the entire court, ~nd that he wants . to start this project by removing the deteriorated structure that is on the premises. Mr. English stated that 17 spaces have been approved by the City, 15 of which are now occupied. He is asking for three additional spaces, for a total of 20 spaces. Mr. English noted that the house is occupied by nine people, and brings in $180 per month as it is now, but he feels it is in such poor condition that it should be removed. Mr. English presented a pre- liminary layout for this mobile home park for the consideration of the Commission. Mr. Lentsch asked how much area would be available for new spaces if the house were t o be removed? Mr. English stated there would be approximately 157 ft. frontage and a depth of 80 ft. that would be available. Mr. English stated he would like to rent spaces to semi- permanent residents, and does not intend to have children in this park. Discussion of the roadway width followed. Mrs. Romans noted that a one-way road must be a minimum of 15 ft. wide, and this would not allow any parking on the road. It was also noted that the access route to West Dartmouth Avenue is only 12 ft. wide. Further discussion followed. Mr. Carlson asked Mr. English if he planned to "skirt" the trailers, and if he planned slabs or ribbons for the mobile homes to be parked on? Mr. English indicated he could install whatever the Commission desired; if they wanted ribbons, he would install ribbons. He stated that he just wants to get the place cleaned up, and noted that he has started to do so. Further discussion followed on the enforcement of the present ordinance the proposed ordinance, and the responsibility of the Commission in this regard. Mr. Wood~ noted that it is not up to the Commission to enforce these ordinances. Senti moved: Walsh and Woods seconded: The vote was called. The Planning Commission accept the plan presented by Mr. Royal English, which plan will eliminate the deteriorating house on the property, and will increase the total number of mobile home spa c es in Payton Park to 20. I I I I I I AYES: NAYS: Woods, Walsh, Senti, Carlson Lentsch The motion carried. VI. CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM 1971 -1976 Page 1251 Mr . Carlson stated that he had asked the staf f to send a letter to the various department heads and boards and commissions, over his signature, asking for the capital improvement needs of these departments for the next five-year period. Mr. Carlson stated that it now appeared that the procedure had not met with approval , and suggested that we rescind that letter and wait until the discussion on capital improvements is initiated from another source before we consider it any further. The situation was discussed. Mrs. Romans commented that the matter has been discussed with Mr. Dial , and the City Manager has said he will re- quest the department heads and boards and commissions to submit the information to the Com- mission. However, Mr . Dial did not feel the letter should have been sent by the Planning Commission , but should, instead , have been sent from his office. Discussion followed . It was the concensus of the Commission that the procedure has been started, and that we should pursue this course of action. VII. M. M. SUMMERS REZONING CASE #13-70 R-'1-C to R-2-B Mrs. Romans stated that Mr. Summers has filed a rezoning application to rezone the frontage on the south side of West Oxford Avenue from South Jason Street west to the I-1 Zone boundary some 148 ft . west of South Lipan Street. This area is now zoned R-1-C (Single-family Residential) and Mr. Summers is asking for R-2-B (Two-family Residential) zoning to enable him to build a double on the one vacant site available in the area. Discussion followed. Mr. Senti commented that a lot of property is included in the change just to accommodate one parcel. Mr. Woods stated that he didn't feel we should accept the application and the rezoning fee if we didn't think that possibly the request stood a chance, and that off- hand , he could not favor it. Mrs. Romans stated that she has told Mr. Summers we are in the process of revising the Zoning Ordinance , and explained to him the concept that will be proposed by the staff o f R-L , R-M, and R-H for residential-low, residential-medium and residential-high density areas. This property would fall into the Residential-Medium category, which, as presently considered, would accommodate single-or two-family use on 50 ft. frontage , or 6 ,000 sq . f t. of lot area . However , Mr. Summers elected to apply for rezoning now. Mrs. Romans noted that the Commission must consider whether the zoning will be of benefit to more than one property owner. Considerable further discussion followed; no decision was made on the acceptance of the application. This will be discussed at a later meeting. VIII. MOBILE HOME PARK ORDINANCE. Mr. Carlson stated that he did not feel that the Commission could discuss the entire Ordinance at this meeting , inasmuch as it was getting rather late. Mr. Carlson asked . if members would be in favor of a special meeting devoted only to the Mobile Home Park Ordinance? Discussion followed. Dr. Walsh suggested meeting at 7 :00 P.M. on the evenings of our regular Commission meetings, and devoting that hour to discussion of this Ordinance. Mr . Lentsch asked if the gentleman f rom the Mobile Home Association was still to attend a meeting to discuss the Ordinance with us? Mrs. Romans stated that he had been invited to the meeting o f May 12th, at which there was not a quorum of the Commission. She stated that she had not reissued the invitation until an evening had been decided upon. Further discussion followed on the present ordinance vs. the proposed ordinance, and upon the placement of a mobile home on an individual lot within the City. Walsh moved: Lentsch seconded: The meeting adjourn. The motion carried, and the meeting was adjourned at 11:00 P.M. Gertrude G. Welty Recording Secretary MEMORANDUM TO THE ENGLEWOOD CITY COUNCIL REGARDING ACTION OR RECOMMENDATION OF THE CITY PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION. DATE: May 19 , 1970 SUBJECT: Rezoning of Lots 5, 6 , 7 , and 8 , Block 1 , Bell Isle Gardens, 2nd Filing RECOMMENDATION: Woods moved: Senti seconded: The Planning Commission recommend to City Council that the rezoning re ~ quest filed by Mr. Robert Cummings for Lots 5, 6, 7, and 8, Block 1, Bell Isle Gardens, 2nd Filing, from R-4 (Residential-Pro f essional) to I-1, (Light Industrial) be approved for the following reasons: Page 1252 The land has not developed under its present zoning and it has been demonstrated that it can be utilized under the proposed zoning; The property abuts I-1 zoning in the City on the south and in Arapahoe County on the west, making the I-1 zoning request an extension of like zoning; / There has been no new residential development in the area in the last several years, while new industries have developed in the immediate area, sev~ral in the last two or three years, demonstrating that the trend of development in the area is toward industrial. The motion carried unanimously. By Order of the City Planning and Zoning Commission. Gertrude G. Welty Recording Secretary * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * CITY OF ENGLEWOOD PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION JUNE 2, 1970 An Executive Session was held, beginning at 7:00 P.M. in Conference Room A with the following members present: Senti; Walsh; Lone; Carlson Members Absent: Lentsch; Woods Romans, Ex-officio Also present: Assistant City Manager McDivitt Chairman Carlson stated that the purpose of this Executive Session was to enable members of the Commission to familiarize themselves with the Capital Improvement requests submitted by City Departments, particularly the requests of those departments who would have representatives in attendance at the regular meeting. Mr. McDivitt distributed copies of requests submitted by the Public Works Department, the Utilities Department, and the Library. Brief preliminary discussion of these requests en- sued. Mr. Woods entered the meeting at 7:55 P.M. REGULAR MEETING I. CALL TO ORDER. The Regular Meeting of the City Planning and Zoning Commission was called to order at 8:00 P.M. by Chairman Carlson. Members Present: Members Absent: Also Present: Woods; Walsh; Senti; Lone; Carlson Lentsch; Romans Assistant City Manager McDivitt Public Works Director Waggoner II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES. Mr. Carlson stated that the Minutes of May 19, 1970, were to be considered for approval. Senti moved: Woods seconded: The Minutes of May 19, 1970, be approved as written. The motion carried unanimously. III. CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM -PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT Mr. Carlson asked Mr. Waggoner to review the requests of his Department for the Commission. Mr. Waggoner stated he would review the projects in order of Departmental priority, first af which is STORM SEWERS. Mr. Waggoner stated that he knew the Commission was aware of the need for storm sewers in the City. He stated that a consulting engineer has been hired to update the Hoskins Report, which report the consulting engineer stated was not designed for a two- year term period, and because of this, the total cost could well exceed the 2,6 million dollars upon which the City has been basing its estimates for the program, Mr. Waggoner noted there were between 22 and 25 separate "drainage areas" in the City of Englewood. Mr. Carlson discussed the possibility of dividing the City into sections and completing the drainage project in this manner, He stated that he is of the opinion that it could be accomplished without a bond issue, and noted that the City probably cannot budget the re- quested $600,000 per year for the next five years to complete the project. Mr. Waggoner commented that if the City tried to set aside less than the $600,000 per year, for instance, only $100,000 per year for work on storm sewers, that the City might as well forget the pro- ject, as, in his opinion, this accomplishes nothing. Discussion of the drainage area at I I I