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CITY OF ENGLEWOOD PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
March 4, 1986
I. CALL TO ORDER.
The regular meeting of the City Planning and Zoning Commission was called to
order by Chairman Carson at 7:00 p.m.
Members Present:
Members Absent:
Carson, Magnuson, Mulhern, Mesa, Allen
Maunakea, Beier, Barbre, Gourdin
Also Present: D. A. Romans, Assistant Director of Community Development
Susan T. King, Senior Planner
II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES.
February 19, 1986.
Chairman Carson stated that the Minutes of February 19, 1986, were to be
considered for approval as written. He said that, if there were no corrections,
the .Minutes would stand approved as written.
III. PUBLIC HEARING
Conditional Use
CASE 119-86.
3655 South Broadway
Mr. Beier and Mr. Maunakea entered the Hearing at 7:05 p.m.
The Chairman noted that he had proof of posting of the property and publication
of the notice of the Public Hearing.
Allen moved:
Mulhern seconded: The Public Hearing for Case #9-86 be opened.
The Chairman declared the Hearing open.
Mr. Mark E. Bagnall, 3701 South Broadway, was sworn in for testimony. He
stated that he was representing his father John Bagnall, and Mr. William Hack,
because they would be a little late to the meeting. He said they intend to use
the subject property for a sales lot. The landscaping and parking requirements
will be met, and he referred to the site plan submitted in the Staff Report.
Mr. Maunakea said that, in his opinion, the present lot is an eyesore. He
expressed concern over the landscaping, several pieces of rebar protruding
from the macadam, and the "open pit" toward the rear of the property, and asked
about the gate at the rear.
Mr. Bagnall said the landscaping would be increased and squared off, the rebar
removed, and the pit was a manhole open while the sewer was being repaired. He
said that · he was unfamiliar with the gate.
Mr. William Hack, having entered the meeting, was sworn in for testimony. He
resides at 61 East Euclid Avenue and will operate the car sales lot. He said
the gate will remain, the building will be painted, and the land~caping and
display plan are on the site plan. He said he had worked for 15 years as a
landscape architect, and will landscape the property as shown on the plan.
Mr. Carson asked about the landscaping. Mr. Hack said the middle has already
been planted, and there will be landscaping in planters on the side about
10' x 11' and 10' by 12'. In response to a question from Mr. Carson, Mr. Hack
said the lighting will remain th e same, sinc e it seems adequate. It is concentrated
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into the parking lot, with two lights at the front and two at the back.
Mr. Allen asked about the driveway. Mr. Hack said there are two driveways
about 30 feet wide, which leaves 50 feet for landscaping of the 110 foot
frontage. Mrs. Romans noted that the plan meets the landscape requirements.
In response to Mr. Maunakea's concerns, Mr. Hack said he would remove the
rebar if it seems hazardous.
John Bagnall, 3701 South Broadway, was sworn in for testimony. He asked if
he is financially responsible for the broken concrete on his property. Ms.
King said that she had asked Mr. Rick Kahm, Acting Director of Engineering
Services, to send an inspector out. If the concrete is not dangerous, no
repair will be required; but the property owner will be responsible for any
necessary repairs.
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Mr. Hack stated that he had read the staff report, and would accept the conditions.
Mr. Mesa questioned the parking. Ms. King noted that two more parking spaces
for customers had been added, and the parking provided meets the requirements.
There were no further questions, and the Chairman asked if there were any
further speakers in favor of the Conditional Use. There were none. He asked
if there were any speakers in opposition to the Conditional Use.
Mr. John Swartz, who owns a shop at 3663 South Broadway, was sworn in for
testimony. He said that, while he did not actually disapprove of the proposed
use, he would like to ask some questions. He said that in the past lessees ...
had done body work on cars. He asked if this would happen again. Mr. Hack ~
said it would not be done during his tenancy.
Mr. Swartz asked if the two driveways met the ordinance. He questioned the
20 foot access lane. Mr. Magnuson noted that the Planning CoIImlission will
require adherence to the Ordinance.
Mr. Swartz asked that consideration be given to lowering the light pole near
his building. He said that he occupies an apartment above the shop, and this
light shines into his window. Mr. Hack said some lighting is necessary for
security, but he will try to find a way to relieve the annoyance. Mr. Hack
assured Mr. Swartz that there would be no further construction on the lot.
There were no questions and no further speakers.
Mr. Allen noted that historically the property has been used for auto-related
uses. The Chairman closed the public hearing after a motion by Mr. Magnuson
which was seconded by Mr. Beier.
Allen moved:
Mulhern seconded: The Conditional Use as a Car Sales Lot at 3655 South Broadway
be granted to William Hack, with the following conditions:
1. The landscaping shall be installed by July 1, 1986.
2. All adjacent concrete shall be brought to City standards. ~
3. The lighting be arranged so as to light only the subject
property.
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AYES:
NAYS:
Maunakea, Beier, Magnuson, Mulhern, Mesa, Allen, Carson •
None.
ABSENT: Gourdin, Barbre.
The Chairman ruled that the Conditional Use was granted with the conditions
as stated.
IV. FINDINGS OF FACT. CASE 117-86.
The Chairman asked for consideration of the Findings of Fact.
Mesa moved:
Magnuson seconded: The Findings of Fact in Case 117-86 for the Master Street
Plan be approved as written.
Because there were no objections, the Chairman declared the Findings were
approved as written.
v. PUBLIC FORUM.
No one asked to speak.
VII. REPORT ON ANNEXATION AREAS.
Referring to a staff report submitted to the members of the Planning Commission,
Mrs. Romans stated that the Commission had asked for information on the various
areas which could be annexed by Englewood. She brought the matter before the
Technical Review Committee, and they discussed the five areas, and made recom-
mendations concerning the annexation of each.
Mrs. Romans said Area Ill, between the South Platte River, West Oxford, South
Clay Street and Centennial Park could be divided into two sections. The staff
is of the opinion that the large area to the north of the Park would be a
liability to annex because it is a landfill. Water and sewer service to the
site would also be difficult.
The second part of this Area is five acres on the north side of the park which
is owned by the City of Englewood. It was recommended that this area be annexed.
In Area 112, along West Stanford Avenue between South Santa Fe Drive and We .st
Radcliff Avenue, the utilities would also be expensive to install, although the
expense would eventually be recovered. The Technical Review Committee
recommended that this area not be considered for annexation.
Mrs. Romans noted that Areas Ill, 2, and 3 were at one time annexed to the City
of Englewood and property owners fought the annexation. The City Council declined
to pursue the matter, and it was withdrawn from the City.
Area #3 is five separate parcels near West Tufts Avenue and South Windermere
Street. This area is totally surrounded by the City, and there is confusion as
to which governmental jurisdiction is to provide emergency service within the
area. This area was recommended for annexation by the Technical Review Committee .
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Mrs. Romans suggested that the Planning Commission might want to reconfirm the •
annexation of these areas with the City Council before making overtures to
the property owners in these areas. She said that Council approval might better
be requested before any discussions were held with the owners of the property
to be annexed. This would apply especially to Areas #1 and 2. Mrs. Romans
said that in most cases, the owners would save money and receive improved service
if they annexed to the City.
The Commission agreed that they would like to meet with the owners to discuss
the advantages of annexation.
Mrs. Romans described Area #4 as Home Lunber and a rental business on West
Belleview Avenue. There are four property owners involved. Home Lumber,
needing water, has indicated that they want to be annexed to the City. It is
the staff's understanding that in the past the rental business has resisted
annexation because they do not want to charge the City's sales tax.
Area #5 is east of University Boulevard, and north of U.S. 285. The area along
East Floyd Avenue and Columbine Circle at South Clayton is on Denver water and
Englewood sewer. The property tax to be gained by the City will not pay for the
service provided to this area.
A sixth area, the Brookridge residential development, was not seriously
considered for annexation.
The Commission directed that a date be set for an annexation meeting on
April 15, 1986 with the Commission and the property owners of Areas #3 and 4.
If it is feasible to provide utilities to Area #2, the owners in that area
will also be invited.
VIII. DIRECTOR'S CHOICE.
Mrs. Romans gave the Commission a list of numbers to call if they have
helicopter complaints. Persons calling should provide the time of the action
and as much information about the particular helicopter as possible in order
that the complaint can be checked.
Mrs. Romans gave the Commission copies of a Memorandum from the City Attorney
affirming that the City could not charge for vacated right-of-way.
Mr. Carson said that the City Council will meet with the Commission on
March 31. Mr. Beier was unsure 'if he could attend, but said that he would notify
Mrs. Romans.
Mrs. Romans said there will be a DRCOG meeting on Thursday, March 13, 1986,
at 3801 Quebec on Solid Waste. Mr. Mesa will try to attend, and Mr. Carson
and Maunakea will attend.
VIII. COMMISSION'S CHOICE.
Mr. Beier said that at the meeting at Swedish Hospital, the representative of
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the hospital expressed concern about the lack of a pedestrian signal at the •
Hampden Crossing. He said cars seldom stop for pedestrians, and many speed
through the crosswalk. Mrs. Romans said that the Traffic Engineer has determined
that there are not enough pedestrians crossing to justify a signal and has
suggested that the Hospital might want to make another count. Mr. Mesa
suggested that patrol cars give tickets along there until the laws are met.
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Mr. Mesa asked that the Commission go back to roll call votes for opening
and closing hearings, and for approval of Minutes and Findings of Fact.
After some discussion, the Commission agreed to return to the roll call votes.
Mr. Maunakea suggested that now is a good time to try to widen the intersection
at Oxford and Santa Fe before there is new construction on the Alpine Lumber
site. Mr. Carson noted that the intersection is in Sheridan.
Mr. Maunakea questioned the safety of the flight pattern of the helicopters
which fly over the residential district to Swedish Hospital. He said if there
is engine failure under 1200 feet there will be a crash, and he asked that
helicopters follow the streets. It was noted that this has been recommended
to the DRCOG Helicopter Task Force and was discussed at the meeting at Swedish
on February 25th.
The meeting adjourned at 8:40 p.m.
S~ding Secretary