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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1986-06-24 PZC MINUTES• • • I. CITY OF ENGLEWOOD PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION JUNE 24, 1986 CALL TO ORDER. The regular meeting of the Englewood Planning and Zoning Commis- sion was called to order at 7:00 P.M. by Chairman Carson. Members present: Maunakea, Mesa, Mulhern, Allen, Barbre, Beier, Carson Romans, Assistant Director of Community Development Members absent: Magnuson, Gourdin Also present: Susan T. King, Senior Planner Wm. Richard Hinson, Acting Executive Director of Englewood Urban Renewal Authority II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES. June 3, 1986 " Chairman Carson stated that the Minutes of June 3, 1986 were to be considered for approval . Beier moved: Maunakea seconded: The Minutes of June 3, 1986 be approved as written. Mr. Barbre noted that on Page 4, reference is made to a "Certifi- cate of Zoning". Is this the correct terminology, or should it be "Certificate of Occupancy." Mrs. Romans stated that the cor- rect terminology is "Certificate of Zoning", and that this is a new procedure that is being instituted by the Planning Division to assure compliance with provisions of the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance. The vote on the motion was called: AYES: NAYS: Maunakea, Mesa, Mulhern, Allen, Barbre, Beier,Carson None ABSENT: ABSTAIN: Magnuson, Gourdin None The motion carried. III. FINDINGS OF FACT Case #15-86 Case #16-86 Mr. Carson stated that the Findings of Fact on Case #15-86 were to be considered for approval. -1 - Barbre moved: Mulhern seconded: The Findings of Fact on Case #15-86 be ap- proved as written. AYES: NAYS: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: Mesa, Mulhern, Allen, Barbre, Beier, Carson, Maunakea None Gourdin, Magnuson None The motion carried. Chairman Carson stated that the Findings of Fact on Case #16-86 were to be considered for approval. Allen moved: Mesa seconded: The Findings of Fact on Case #16-86 be ap- proved as written. AYES: Mulhern, None Gourdin, None Allen, Barbre, Beier, Carson, Maunakea, Mesa NAYS: ABSENT: Magnuson ABSTAIN: The motion carried. IV. GUNESCH SUBDIVISION PLAT. Final Plat II CASE #17-86 Mr. Carson stated that the final plat of the proposed Gunesch Subdivision was to be considered, and asked for a motion to open the Public Hearing. Allen moved: Barbre seconded: The Public Hearing on Case #17-86 be opened. AYES: NAYS: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: Allen, Barbre, Beier, None Gourdin, Magnuson None The motion carried. Carson, Maunakea, Mesa, Mulhern Chairman Carson stated that written notice of the Public Hearing was given to adjacent property owners. Mr. William Richard Hinson was sworn in, and testified that he is the Acting Executive Director of the Englewood Urban Renewal Au- thority. The proposed Gunesch Subdivision will divide the forme r Park Floral property into two lots, to be designated as Lot 1 and Lot 2. This site is not platted, and prior to redevelopment a subdivision plat must be approved by the City and filed with the County. There will be no public rights-of-way on the proper ty, and the adjoining streets will remain basically as they exist today. Easements are shown for water and sewer lines. Mr. Hin- son s .tated that there are representatives from Osprey Development Corporation and from the Buyer's Club in attendance. -2 - • • • • • Mr. Maunakea asked if the development of Lots 1 and 2 would be simultaneous, or if the development would be phased. Mr. Hinson stated that it is his understanding that the Home Club develop- ment on Lot 2 will occur within 60 days of the development of the Buyer's Club on Lot 1. Mr. Carson asked if the developer wanted to address the Commission. Mr. Peter Martin, Assistant Development Manager with Osprey, was sworn in, and stated that their presentation is primarily con- cerned with the Development Plan. Mr. Carson asked if Commission members had further questions. No further questions were posed by Commission members. Mr. Carson then asked if anyone in the audience had questions on the Sub- division Plat. Mr. John Hollberg, Jr., was sworn in, and asked if the traffic pattern, particularly as it pertained to the Inca/Ithaca route, was to be considered as part of the Subdivision Plat. Mr. Carson stated that the traffic pattern will not be considered as part of the Subdivision Plat. Mr. Mulhern reiterated that the traffic pattern will not be con- sidered in terms of the Subdivision Plat, but would be discussed in a later portion of the meeting . Allen moved: Maunakea seconded: The Public Hearing on Case #17-86 be closed. AYES: NAYS: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: Barbre, Beier, Carson, Maunakea, Mesa, Mulhern, Allen None Gourdin, Magnuson None The motion carried. Mr. Carson asked the pleasure of the Commission in the matter of the Subdivision Plat. Allen moved: Maunakea seconded: The Planning Commission approve the Final Plat of the Gunesch Subdivision, and refer said Final Plat to the City Council for their consideration. AYES: NAYS: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: Beier, Carson, Maunakea, Mesa, Mulhern,Allen, Barbre None Gourdin, Magnuson None The motion carried . -3 - v. PLANNED DEVELOPMENT Osprey Development Corp. CASE #18-86 Mr. Carson asked for a motion to open the Public Hearing. Maunakea moved: Mesa seconded: The Public Hearing on Case #18-86 be opened. AYES: NAYS: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: Carson, Maunakea, Mesa, Mulhern, Allen, Barbre, Beier None Gourdin, Magnuson None The motion carried. The Chairman stated that notice of the Public Hearing had been published. Senior Planner King verified that the property had been posted for not less than 15 days prior to the Hearing. Mr. William Richard Hinson addressed the Commission, testifying that the proposed Planned Development which will facilitate the redevelopment of the former Park Floral site, is a culmination of 12 to 18 months of work by the Englewood Urban Renewal Authority, representatives of Buyer's Club, Osprey Development Corporation, and the City staff. Mr. Hinson stated that he felt that most, if not all of the issues that may be raised during the course of the Hearing, have been addressed by the Technical Review Committee. Mr. Peter Martin again addressed the Commission, and introduced Mr. Mike Mulhern, architect. Mr. Martin stated that Osprey has been informed earlier in the day that the agreement for develop- ment of a Home Club on Lot 2 has been signed. Construction will not be simultaneous with that of the Buyer's Club building, but will follow within 60 days. The Buyer's Club will contain ap- proximately 100,000 square feet, and the Home Club will contain approximately 92,000 square feet. There will also be approxi- mately 17,000 square feet of specialty retail on the site. Osprey Development Corporation specializes in commercial develop- ment in Colorado, and this is one of eight developments they have done or are in the course of doing in the Denver area this year. Mr. Martin stated that one of the key issues that has been con- sidered in the choice of the site has been that of traffic. The City/EURA commissioned a study of the traffic flow and projected traffic patterns, and Osprey has also commissioned an independent traffic study for the site. Mr. Allen asked if the developers were satisfied that the traffic capacity of the adjoining streets and highways will be adequate to assure the success of the development. Mr. Martin discussed the traffic study they have commissioned, and cited figures of the actual traffic impact from the Buyer's Club development in Arvada. The figures cited in their traffic study are less than the figures used by the Authority traffic consultants, even though the street patterns were developed using the higher fig- ures. Mr. Allen questioned that it would be economically -4 - • • • ' ' • • • feasible to develop the site as proposed with the traffic prob- lems that presently exist . Discussion on traffic patterns on Kenyon, South Jason street, and South Inca Street ensued. Mr. Mulhern asked how many parking spaces were proposed for the development. Mr. Martin stated that there are over 1,000 off- street parking spaces proposed on the site. This figure exceeds the minimum City requirements. Mr. Allen asked if the parking spaces are for both Phase 1 and Phase 2 of the development. Mr. Martin stated that the parking will built out with the initial phase of development, and will be for both the Buyer's Club, the Horne Club, and the specialty retail. Mr. Mesa stated that he felt the biggest problem is the traffic flow, particularly on U.S. 285. He discussed his concerns with the turning movements occurring at the top of the hill as you go east from South Santa Fe Drive. Mr. Carson noted that there will be a light installed at the U.S. 285/South Inca Street intersec- tion. Mr. Mesa discussed the impact this development will have on the Burger King Restaurant, and asked if the staff and/or Osprey representatives had contacted them. Mr. Martin stated that Burger King representatives have been contacted. Mr. Hinson stated that discussions with Burger King representatives have occurred, and the possible rerouting of the existing drive- through exit has been considered . Mr. Hinson further discussed the traffic study prepared by DeLeuw Cather for the Englewood Urban Renewal Authority, which projected 60 vehicles per 1,000 square feet of development. The roadways were designed to handle this projected capacity. The study pre- pared by Leigh, Scott & Cleary for Osprey indicated 25 vehicles per 1,000 square feet of development. Mr. Hinson stated that Kenyon Avenue will be open at Santa Fe for the foreseeable fu- ture, even though the State and railroad are interested in the closure of this intersection. Mr. Hinson reported on the meet- ings of the Authority staff with representatives of the State Highway Department. Signalized intersections from Santa Fe Drive east to South Gilpin Street were studied, and new and improved traffic controllers will be purchased and installed to optimize the capacity of each intersection. Mr. Allen asked what the hours of operation were for Buyer's Club. Mr. Brian Goncher, of Buyer's Club, stated that the hours are from 9:30 A.M. to 8:30 P.M. Monday through Friday, 9:30 A.M. to 6:30 P.M. on Saturday, and 9:30 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. on Sunday. Mr. Mesa inquired about the truck traffic; will deliveries be made during spec i f i c hours. Mr. Goncher stated that all loading facilities will be located on the west side of the development, with deliveries to be made between 5 A.M. and 1:30 P.M. It was suggested that even though Mr. Goncher is only responding to questions, that he should be sworn in. -5 - Mr. Goncher was sworn in, and identified himself as the Director of Finance with Buyer's Club. Mr. Allen asked how the Fire Department had responded to the pro- posal; do they agree with the development plan. The staff re- plied that the Plan was approved by the Fire Department at the Technical Review Committee meetings. Mr. Mike Mulhern, an architect with The Mulhern Group, was sworn in. He stated that peak hours for Buyer's Club stores are between 1:00 P.M. and 2:00 P.M. The Inca Street design was dis- cussed at the time of the traffic study by Leigh, Scott & Cleary, and consideration was given to developing four traffic lanes on Inca. It was the opinion of their traffic consultants, that even with strong redevelopment of all industrial parcels in the area, there would be more than adequate traffic capacity on Inca/Ithaca as it is now proposed. Further discussion on the traffic patterns proposed ensued. Mr. Mike Mulhern stated that the City Traffic Engineer was strongly concerned about the traffic impact prior to the receipt of the study by Leigh, Scott & Cleary. After the report was received, and traffic counts were taken at other Buyer's Club sites, Mr. Mulhern stated that the City Traffic Engineer feels "comfortable" with the proposal as laid out. Mr. Mulhern stated that 90% of the tenant space is are leased before construction has even begun on the site. He addressed the orientation of the specialty retail to face U.S. #285, the rout- ing of truck traffic through the site, and the landscaping pro- posed for the site. Mr. Mulhern stated that the developer is going to maintain the existing pine trees, and an additional 200 trees and 700 shrubs will be provided in their landscaping plan. Mr. Steve Mulhern asked about the projected signing up of the specialty retail space. Mr. Mike Mulhern responded that there have been several inquiries, and estimated that they should have the area leased within six to nine months. Mr. Carson stated that if there were no more questions from the Commission, he would hear statements from members of the audience. Mr. T. W. Anderson was sworn in, and stated that it is his opinion this is, basically, a very good project. However, he does have concerns about traffic. He predicted that the traffic egressing the site will "pile up'', and suggested an additional lane for South Inca Street, giving two lanes inbound from U.S. 285, and three lanes outbound to U.S. 285. Mr. Hinson pointed out that South Inca Street does widen into three lanes at the intersection with U.S. 285 for outbound vehi- cles. Mr. Goncher discussed the shopping habits of those persons frequenting a Buyer's Club outlet, noting that the peak hours are from 1:00 P.M. to 2:00 P.M. or after the dinner hour, both off- peak hours for traffic on U.S. 285 and other streets in the area. -6 - • • • • • • Mr. Hollberg again appeared before the Commission to discuss his concern with the proposed traffic pattern, which he feels ad- versely affects the property owned by him and his family. He asked why a lane could not be extended from the Inca curve onto Ithaca Avenue to provide more direct access to the Hollberg prop- erty. Mr. Hinson outlined the route to Mr. Hollberg's property that would be used under the present layout, and pointed out that Mr. Hollberg is not being denied access to his property. Mr. Steve Mulhern asked if approval of the Development Plan in- cluded approval of the proposed off-site roadways. Mr. Hinson stated that it did not. Mr. Carson asked if the roadway pattern would be considered by the Commission at some point in the fu- ture. Mrs. Romans stated that it would not. While traffic ac- cess should be considered as part of the over-all consideration of a Planned Development, specific alignment of an off-site road- way is not part of that consideration. Mr. Steve Mulhern asked what Mr. Hollberg's course of action might be to resolve this issue. Mrs. Romans suggested that Traffic Engineer Plizga, Mr. Hinson, and other staff members might meet with Mr. Hollberg to discuss the issue. Mr. Hollberg reiterated that in his opinion, the proposed street pattern will adversely affect his property. Mr. Carson noted that this site is zoned I-1, Light Industrial; he asked if a change of zoning should be considered. Mrs. Romans stated that all uses proposed on the site are permitted in the I- 1 Zone District. Mr. Carson suggested that the site should more properly be zoned B-2. Mrs. Romans stated that the uses proposed would be equally permissible in the B-2 Zone District, and that at such time as zoning is reviewed in the area to the east, it could be considered. Mr. Carson asked if anyone else in the audience wanted to address the Commission. No one else indicated they wanted to address the Commission. Mr. Carson asked if anyone in the audience wanted to speak in opposition. No one spoke in opposition to the Planned Development. Maunakea moved: Barbre seconded: The Public Hearing on Case #18-86 be closed. AYES: NAYS: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: Maunakea, Mesa, Mulhern, Allen, Barbre, Beier, Carson None Gourdin, Magnuson None The motion carried. Mr. Carson asked the pleasure of the Commission on the Planned Development . -7 - Beier moved: Maunakea seconded: The Planning Commission approve the Planned Development for the Osprey Development Cor- poration, and refer it to the City Council for their consideration. Mr. Allen stated that he would have to vote in opposition to this motion because of his concern with traffic problems. AYES: NAYS: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: Maunakea, Mesa, Mulhern, Barbre, Beier,Carson Allen Magnuson, Gourdin None The motion carried. Mr. Mulhern asked if formal action needed to be taken to direct the staff to work with Mr. Hollberg. Mrs. Romans stated that the staff has committed to meet with the Hollbergs, and would report back to the Commission at their next meeting. * * * * * * * * * * Mr. Carson declared a recess of the Commission. The meeting reconvened with the following members in attendance: Messrs. Mesa, Mulhern, Allen, Barbre, Beier, Carson, Maunakea. Mr. Gourdin and Mr. Magnuson were absent. * * * * * * * * * * VI. ZONING DESIGNATION CASE #20-86 Mr. Carson stated that he does have before him a copy of the Public Notice which was published in the Englewood Sentinel, and the Certificate of Posting. He asked for a motion to open the Public Hearing. Allen moved: Maunakea seconded: The Public Hearing on Case #20-86 be opened. AYES: NAYS: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: Maunakea, Mesa, Mulhern, Allen, Barbre, Beier, Carson None Gourdin, Magnuson None The motion carried. Mr. Carson asked that the staff present the case. Ms. Susan King, Senior Planner, was sworn, and testified that this property is a five acre parcel which was annexed by the City of Englewood in May of 1986, and is owned by the City. The par- cel of land is on the northeast side of centennial Park, and is developed as part of Centennial Park. The proposed I-1 Zone designation would be the compatible with adjacent zoning, and the -8 - • • • • • • site was also zoned for industrial purposes while under Arapahoe County jurisdiction • Mr. Carson asked if there were any questions from the Commission. There were no persons present who wished to address the Commis- sion on this matter. Beier moved: Mesa seconded: The Public Hearing on Case #20-86 be closed. AYES: NAYS: Mulhern, Allen, Barbre, Beier, Carson, Maunakea, Mesa None ABSENT: ABSTAIN: Gourdin, Magnuson None The motion carried. Mr. Carson asked the pleasure of the Commission. Mesa moved: Beier seconded: The Planning Commission approve the I-1 Zone designation for the following described par- cel, and refer the recommendation to city Council for their consideration: That part of the SE 1/4 NE 1/4 of Section 8, Township 5 South, Range 68 West of the 6th Principal Meridian, Arapahoe County, Colorado, described as follows: Beginning at the Northwest corner of the SE 1/4 NE 1/4 of Section 8, Township 5 South, Range 68 West of the 6th P.M.; thence South 89058 1 30" East 59.4 feet along the North line of the SE 1/4 NE 1/4 (Basis of bearings) to the True Point of Beginning; thence continuing South 89o58'30"East and along said North line a dis- tance of 600.00 feet from which point the NE Corner of said SE 1/4 NE 1/4 bears South 89058 1 30 11 East a distance of 659.7 feet; thence from the last said point South 00°24 1 10 11 West a distance of 475.00 feet; thence North 71030 1 00 11 West a distance of 631.10 feet to a point which bears North 00022 1 50 11 East 105.00 feet from a witness corner; thence from the last said point North 00°22 1 50" East 275.00 feet to the True Point of Beginning, containing 5.165 acres more or less; EXCEPT that portion of the South Platte River Channel described as follows: Beginning at the NW Corner of SE 1/4 NE 1/4 of Section 8, Town- ship 5 South, Range 68 West of the 6th Principal Meridian; thence South 89058 1 30 11 East 517.82 feet along the North Line of the SE 1/4 NE 1/4 (Basis of Bearings) to the True Point of Beginning; thence continuing South 89058 1 30 11 East and along said North Line a distance of 141.58 feet; thence South 00024 1 10 11 West a distance of 466.42 feet to a point on a curve, said point lying on the Westerly Right-of-Way of the South Platte River Channel; thence on a nontangent curve to the right having a radius of 816.62 feet -9 - and a central angle of 34°39 1 46" an arc distance of 494.04 feet to the True Point of Beginning, said exception containing 1.035 acres more or less. AYES: NAYS: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: Allen, Barbre, Beier,Carson, None Gourdin, Magnuson None Maunakea, Mesa, Mulhern The motion carried. VII. PUBLIC FORUM There was no one present who wished to address the Commission. VII. DIRECTOR'S CHOICE. Mrs. Romans expressed her thanks to Mr. Allen for hosting the Planning commission picnic at his home on Sunday, June 22. Mrs. Romans stated that the staff has prepared preliminary Find- ings of Fact for Case #17-86, Gunesch Subdivision, and Case #18- 86, the Planned Development, for consideration by the Commission. Mrs. Romans stated that these Findings will have to be modified to reflect the attendance and voting records, and can be further modified to reflect testimony received at the Hearings earlier in the evening. Copies were given to the Commission for their perusal. Mr. Carson asked the Commission pleasure on the Findings of Fact for Case #17-86, the Gunesch Subdivision Plat. Maunakea moved: Beier seconded: The Commission approve the Findings of Fact for Case #17-86, the Gunesch Subdivision Plat. AYES: NAYS: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: Barbre, Beier,Carson, Maunakea, Mesa, Mulhern, Allen None Gourdin, Magnuson None The motion carried. Mr. Carson then asked the pleasure of the Commission on the Find- ings of Fact for Case #18-86, the Planned Development. Mulhern moved: Barbre seconded: The Commission approve the Findings of Fact for Case #18-86, the Planned Development for Osprey Development Corporation. AYES: NAYS: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: Beier,Carson, Maunakea, Allen Gourdin, Magnuson None Mesa, Mulhern, Barbre -10 - • • • • • • The motion carried . Mrs. Romans further discussed the implementation of the "Certifi- cate of Zoning" which had earlier been addressed briefly. The Building and Safety staff are of the opinion that a Certificate of Occupancy can be used only in conjunction with the Uniform Building Code, and not to reflect a change of occupancy or use of a building already constructed, or the use of property if there is no building. The Certificate of Zoning is being implemented to attempt to assure compliance with the provisions of the Zoning Ordinance. The staff is presently reviewing the Zoning Ordinance and discussing areas that have proven to be of concern, and will be bringing a list of suggested amendments to the Commission. The provision for the Certificate of Zoning will be included on that list. IX. COMMISSIONER'S CHOICE. Mr. Carson stated that he had received a letter from City Clerk Crow asking if he still wanted to receive a copy of the City Council Agenda. Discussion ensued. Mr. Carson stated that he did not feel an agenda needed to be mailed especially to him. Mr. Maunakea stated that he wanted to apologize for being so late in getting to the picnic on Sunday. Mr. Maunakea noted that on Mr. Hack's Auto World in the 3600 block of South Broadway, no landscaping has been planted, and it is nearly July 1. Mr. Maunakea suggested that buildings that might be razed may prove useful to organizations that have no regular meeting place, such as the DAV, and soccer association. He suggested that con- tacts might be made to these organizations, and see if they are interested in obtaining the buildings and relocating them. Mr. Carson suggested that the staff check on Valley Motors; he is of the opinion that this place is out of business. (See Staff Notation at end of Minutes.) Mrs. Romans stated that the City Council did approve the amend- ment to the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance on second reading, which contained the revocation clause for conditional uses. Mr. Mesa asked what has happened following the meeting with prop- erty owners in the various areas of possible annexation. Did the F inance Director meet with the interested parties as requested. Mrs. Romans stated that Ms. Livergood of the Finance Department did contact the owners, and did meet with Mr. Gooch; Mr. Noyes was not available, and the gentleman who owned property west of Santa Fe was not interested in pursuing the matter. Discussion ensued. Mr. Carson suggested that a study session as a follow-up to this meeting might be a good idea. He stated that he is in favor of annexing the small enclaves in the West Tufts Avenue area. Ms. Romans stated that this would be put on the agenda for t h e next meeting. -11 - Mr. Allen discussed the difficulty he has experienced in main- taining landscaping at his place of business in an acceptable condition and appearance. Mr. Maunakea suggested that a clause be added to the Findings of Fact for the Car Wash that was approved on June 3 regarding the maintenance and upkeep of the premises. Mrs. Romans stated that any member of the Commission voting on the prevailing side could move to reconsider the issue, and the modification could be made if this were the desire of the Commission members. Discussion ensued. Mr. Carson and Mr. Allen both spoke against this pro- cedure. Mr. Carson suggested that it could be done on future cases, but stated that he would not want to reconsider the pre- vious action of the Commission on this particular case. There being no further business to come before the Commission, the meeting was declared adjourned at 9:00 P.M. ertrude G. We ty Recording Secretary STAFF NOTATION: The staff checked on the matter of the Valley Motor Company, and concluded the use has not been vacated, but that the vehicles may have been removed to repave the sales lot. -12 - • • •