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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1977-04-19 PZC MINUTESf' • CITY OF ENGLEWOOD PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION April 19, 1977 I• CALL TO ORDER. The Regular Meeting of the City Planning and Zoning Commission was called to order by Chairman Pierson at 7:05 P.M. Members present: Pierson, Ed Smith, Wade, Williams, Owens, Parker Wanush, Ex-officio Members absent: Don Smith, Tanguma, Jorgenson Also present: Assistant Director Romans, Associate Planner Steve House, Assistant City Attorney DeWitt, Commission member designate Marten Lathrop. Chairman Pierson read the following letter from Mr. Jorgenson: 11 3087 West Grand Avenue Englewood, Colorado 80110 April 6, 1977 Honorable James L. Taylor, Mayor City of Englewood 3400 South Elati Street Englewood, Colorado 80110 Dear Mr. Taylor: It is with regret that due to personal reasons and commitments I am tendering my resignation from the Planning and Zoning Commission, effective May 1, 1977. May I express my thanks to you and to the City Council for the opportunity you have afforded me to serve the City of Englewood. I have made many friends and it has been very re- warding to me personally. cc: Judith B. Pierson Richard Wanush" Very sincerely, s/ George George Jorgenson Mrs. Pierson stated that Mayor Taylor has accepted Mr. Jorgenso n 's resignation. Mrs. Pierson stated that Mr . Jorgenson will be ---------------. ·----·-~,-- -2- missed as a member of the Commission, and that he has been a very valuable member. Mrs. Pierson commended Mr. Jorgenson for his years of service to the community. The City Council has appointed Mr. Marten Lathrop to fill the unexpired term created by Mr. Jorgenson's resignation. Mr. Lathrop's term will begin May 1st. Mrs. Pierson welcomed Mr. Lathrop to the meeting as a member of the audience. II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES. Mrs. Pierson stated that Minutes of April 5, 1977, are to be considered for approval. She asked if there were any corrections or additions to be made? Mr. Wanush noted that on Page 2, second line, "rental" should be "retail". Owens moved: E. Smith seconded: The Minutes of April 5, 1977, be approved as amended. AYES: Ed Smith, Wade, Williams, Owens, Parker, Pierson NAYS: None ABSENT: Don Smith, Tanguma, Jorgenson The motion carried. Don Smith and Mr. Tanguma entered the meeting and took their place with the Commission. III. ROBERT F. SMITH CASE #5-77 635 E. Amherst Avenue Mrs. Pierson stated that this matter concerns the relocation of a single-family structure from 8545 East Florida Avenue to Mr. Smith's property at 635 East Amherst Avenue. Parker moved: Tanguma seconded: The Public Hearing on Case #5-77 be opened AYES: Ed Smith, Tanguma, Wade, Williams, Owens, Parker, Pierson, Don Smith NAYS: None ABSENT: Jorgenson The motion carried. Mrs. Pierson outlined the procedure to be followed in the con- duct of the Public Hearing. The staff will make their presenta- tion, followed by a statement from the applicant; the opponents would then be heard. ( • • -3- Mrs. Romans was sworn in, and testified that she is the Assistant Director of Community Development. The matter under considera- tion at this meeting is a request to move a single-family house to a lot at 635 East Amherst Avenue. The applicant has posted the property for the required number of days, and public notice was given in the official City newspaper. Mr. Robert Smith, the applicant, has purchased the property at 635 East Amherst Avenue that has a basement house on it. Mr. Smith wants to improve his property, and has found a structure at 8545 East Florida Avenue that he wants to move onto this site. The unit will encroach into the front yard, and side yard setbacks. Mr . Smith asked for a variance to these setback requirements and was granted this variance to encroach into the front and side yards on April 13, 1977, by the Board of Adjustment and Appeals. The variance approval was conditioned on Mr. Smith's being able to obtain the approval by signed statement from the property owners at 2799 South Washington Street and 625 East Amherst Ave- nue. Mr. Smith has secured these signatures, and Mrs. Romans presented them designated as Exhibit A, and Exhibit B, to the secretary for the files. Mrs. Romans presented photos of the house to be moved onto the site, and of the basement house which is in existance at 635 East Amherst Avenue. Mrs. Romans noted that Mr. Smith has received approval from six other property owners which are in the vicinity of his property at 635 East Amherst Avenue. The staff feels the proposal will be a considerable improvement to the neighborhood. By the variance to the setback requirements, the Board of Adjustment and Appeals has approved the siting of the structure on the lot. The staff recommends approval of this relocation of a single-family house to 635 East Amherst Avenue, conditioned on the requirement that all applicable codes and ordinances be met. Mrs. Pierson asked if the applicant wished to make a statement? Robert Smith 635 East Amherst Avenue -stated that he felt the staff had presented the case very well. He noted that the house does have a beautiful blonde brick fire place, and seems to be of above average construction; the house is very well insulated, and is about 12 years old. Mr. Owens asked if Mr. Smith proposed to continue residing at 635 East Amherst Avenue. Mr. Smith stated that he did. He further discussed the positioning of the house on the lot, and noted there would be 12'4" distance between the house and the red wood fence to the rear of the property. Don Williams asked who Mr. Smith would have move the structure? Mr. Smith stated that he would have Mr. Ernie Ryberg move t he house. Discussion ensued. Parker moved: Wade seconded: The Public Hearing on Case #5-77 be closed. -4- AYES: Tanguma, Wade, Williams, Owens, Parker, Pierson, Don Smith, Ed Smith NAYS: None ABSENT: Jorgenson The motion carried. Mrs. Pierson asked what the pleasure of the Commission would be on this matter? Parker moved: Williams seconded: The Planning Commission approve the proposed relocation of a single-family house from 8545 East Florida Avenue to 635 East Amherst Avenue, subject to compliance with all applicable codes and ordinances. AYES: Wade, Williams, Owens, Parker, Pierson, Don Smith, Ed Smith, Tanguma NAYS: None ABSENT: Jorgenson The motion carried. IV. DIRECTOR'S CHOICE Mr. Wanush stated that the City Council accepted the Commis s i o n recommendation regarding the Auto Shredder, and passed a resolution of their own at the meeting of April 18th. He stated that he understood the Chamber of Commerce has sent a letter in opposition to the auto shredder also. The House Moving Ordinance was approved by the City Council as recommended by the Commission. The Auto Wrecking and Junk Yard Ordinance was introduced at the City Council meeting of April 18th; it appears that it will be approved as recommended by the Commission. Mr. Wanush reminded the Commission of the Public Hearing be- fore City Council on the Hampden Professional Park Subdivision Plat which has been set for May 9th. V. COMMISSION'S CHOICE There was no discussion under Commission's Choice. The meeting adjourned at 7:25 P. M. ertrude G. wy. ty ecording Secretary