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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1979-08-05 PZC MINUTES/ • CITY OF ENGLEWOOD PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION September 5, 1979 I. CALL TO ORDER. The regular meeting of the City Planning and Zoning Commission was called to order at 7:10 P. M. by Chairman Tanguma. Members present: Tanguma, Williams, Becker, Bilo, Carson, Draper, Lathrop, Smith Wanush, Ex-officio Members absent: Pierson Also present: D. A. Romans, Assistant Director Alice Fessenden, Associate Planner II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES. Chairman Tanguma stated that Minutes of July 17, 1979, were to be considered for approval. Lathrop moved: Smith seconded: The Minutes of July 17, 1979, be approved as presented. AYES: Draper, Smith, Lathrop, Tanguma, Bilo, Carson, Becker NAYS: None ABSTAIN: Williams ABSENT: Pierson The motion carried. III. TIGER MANUFACTURING COMPANY 15 East Quincy Avenue CASE #16-79 Carson moved: Williams seconded: The Public Hearing on Case #16-79, Tiger Manufacturing Company, be opened. AYES: Tanguma, Williams, Becker, Bilo, Carson, Draper, Lathrop, Smith NAYS: None ABSENT: Pierson The motion carried. Chairman Tanguma asked for the staff presentation on this matter. Mrs. Dorothy Romans was sworn in, and testified that the matter being considered this evening is the rezoning of a • -2- parcel of ground that is on the Broadway/Lincoln alley at East Quincy Avenue. This small parcel of land is presently zoned R-2, which is the Medium Density zone classification. The applicant, Mr. Kim Siefert, is requesting that the property be zoned B-2, Commercial . Mrs. Romans explained that the applicant actually requested only the zoning of that property . The zone district boundary lines normally break at the centerline of an alley or at the centerline of a street, so in advertising the rezoning, the legal description extends from the centerline of the Broadway/Lincoln alley so it would be contiguous with the commercial zoning on South Broadway and to the centerline of East Quincy Avenue. The owners of the property are John E. Hayes and Albert Pollock . The use of the building at 15 East Quincy Avenue by Tiger Manufacturing Company was considered by the Board of Adjust- ment at a very recent meeting, and the Board approved a change in the Nonconforming Use of the building to permit the applicant to operate his business. The building has been used by various Nonconforming Uses for a number of years. Mrs. Romans stated that it was her understanding that at the Board of Adjustment meeting, the comment was made that this building was constructed in 1911, and for many years there have been many requests to use it for different commercial uses. Some of the Board members apparently commented that maybe the best solution would be to put the property in a commercial zone district so that it would not continually have to go back to the Board every time it changes from an insurance office to a dental laboratory back to something else. The staff report which has been sent to the applicant and to the members of the Planning Commission has indicated that the staff feels that this review procedure by the Board of Adjustment is a good thing. This structure is at the rear of a residential lot . It has resi- dences to the east, north and to the south. Mrs. Romans stated that this is a very small structure and is on a small site. Mrs. Romans stated that the staff doesn't think it is all bad for people to go before the Board of Adjustment when they come in with new commercial types of use and let the Board of Adjustment make a decision following a public hearing at which the people in the residential neighborhood have an opportunity to say that they feel the use would or would not be compatible with their residential use. The staff does not see this as a problem although it is time-consuming for the property owner or the people who want to go into the new business. The staff is of the opinion that the procedure gives the adjacent property owners a reasonable amount of pro- tection that they would not have if t he City were to rezone the property, permitting a number of uses that may not be particularly desirable on that site. Mrs . Romans stated that were these uses permitted, the City may not have much control as there are no setback requirements in the commercial zone districts. Mrs. Romans stated that the staff does recognize that in the Comprehensive Plan the issue of nodes of commercial zoning, expanded areas of commercial zoning, are addressed. However, in that proposal, the reference is to something of a larger area and a planned development that would be compatible • -3- with the other uses in that area. The staff does not see that this would conform with the node idea. There is a means by which this property can be used, i.e., the Board of Adjust- ment and Appeals, and this should be followed. For this reason, the staff is suggesting that the rezoning not be granted. Mr. Draper stated that when the Planning Commission approved the Comprehensive Plan, he had said that he was uncomfortable with the term "node" because he didn't think there was any clarification of what it really means. He questioned what the word "node" really means. He stated that as Mrs. Romans ex- plained it, he understands it, but he doesn't feel the Compre- hensive Plan explains it in that detail. Mr. Kim M. Seifert 2383 South Vaughn Way Aurora, Colorado -was sworn in and stated that he was present on behalf of Mr. Pollock and Mr. Hayes who regretfully cannot be at the meeting tonight. Mr. Seifert stated that if Mr. Pollock and Mr. Hayes were present, they all would agree with just about everything Mrs. Romans has said. Mr. Seifert stated that he believed that the only reason Mr. Pollock and Mr. Hayes were pursuing this whole matter was upon the request of the Board who granted the variance to them for the change in the Nonconforming Use. Mr. Seifert stated that in the minutes of the Board of Adjustment meeting he referred to, there were three board members who had stated that someone should look into the possibilities of having the zoning of the property taken care of because it comes to the Board so many times. Mr. Seifert stated that he didn't think it makes any difference to Mr. Pollock or Mr. Hayes nor to himself how the decision of the Commission goes. Mr. Seifert clarified this statement by saying that they would go along with the request of the Board of Adjustment and follow up on this matter. Mr. Seifert stated that there was no way of guaranteeing that any business that would ever be there, if by chance that they would sell the building, would be a quiet type operation. Mr. Seifert stated that the building is a very unique one interior and exterior. It does not really look residential, and it could not be lived in residentially unless there were a lot of modification on the interior, which would be a large expense to someone. Mr. Seifert stated that he would not like to see any kind of a noisy business in the building that would disturb any of the neighbors. Mr. Williams asked Mr. Seifert if he had talked with his neighbors about this matter. Mr. Seifert stated that he had. Mr. Williams asked if the neighbors objected to what Mr. Seifert wanted to do. Mr. Seifert stated that he has talked with the neighbor on the east of his business and that they would not like to see business, per se, in there. Mr. Seifert stated that as far as he understands that neighbor would not object to his type of business. Mr. Williams asked Mr. Seifert if he had talked with the neighbor on the north of the east -4- neighbor? Mr. Seifert stated that he was unable to reach that neighbor, nor was he able to reach the owner of the gas station on the west of them for comment. Mr. Williams asked Mr. Seifert what his dental manufacturing business entails. Mr. Seifert stated that manufacturing is a misnomer of this companyo He stated that they do not do more than assemble dental laboratory products. Mr. Seifert stated that this equipment consists of a plaster trap and gas and air valves that are used in dental labs. Mr. Williams asked how much noise is raised while doing this. Mr. Seifert stated absolutely zero. Mr. Tanguma stated that he was rather surprised with the comment that Mr. Seifert made that he really didn't care if they got the rezoning. Mr. Seifert stated that they are really not saying that they do not care. They are trying to look out for the neighborhood. They are also looking at it from the standpoint of owners and what the previous owners have had to go through. Going to the Board of Adjustment is a rather time-consuming inconvenience. Mr. Seifert stated that perhaps if there were a limited business in the building which was guaranteed to be a quiet business that would not interfere with the community that has been existing there for a number of years, that there would not be any objection. Mrs. Becker stated there is no guarantee of the type of use under the B-2 zoning, and asked Mr. Seifert to clarify whether or not he believes the neighbor he talked with still thinks that the better approach is to have the change of use go be- fore the Board of Adjustment and Appeals every time someone comes in with a new idea for a business. Mr. Seifert stated that while talking with this neighbor that point never came up. Mrs. Becker stated that since this is actually a residential area, she feels that it should be kept as such, and if people want to have a Nonconforming Use, they should apply for a variance. Mr. Lathrop stated that he visited with Mr. Seifert at the business and that Mr. Seifert took him on a tour of the plant. Mro Lathrop stated that the business that Mr. Seifert is operating is very quiet o Mr. Williams asked Mro Seifert if it got tiresome having to go before the Board of Adjustment and Appeals periodically to re- new his licenseo Mr. Wanush commented that only when the business changes do they have to go to the Board of Adjustment. As long as it remains the same business they no longer have to go to the Board of Adjustment. The problem comes when the person wants to sell or lease to somebody else . Mr. Williams stated that since Mr. Seifert has already been granted a variance and as long as he remains in the same busi- ness, what is the point of this request. Mr. Seifert stated that it was recommended by the Board of Adjustment that someone look into this matter. In the minutes, Mr. Kreiling, Mr. Oliver, • -5- Mr. Pratt and Mr. Leonard had stated that it would be very difficult to change the building for anything other than a business use; or to quote Mr. Oliver, he felt that this was definitely a situation that should be looked at by the Planning and Zoning Commission for incorporation to the adjacent B-2 Zone. Mr. Seifert stated that they spoke with Mr. Oliver after that meeting to find out how to go about getting this done, and Mr. Oliver stated that the applicant and the current lessee or owner is the one that has to make the first step. That is why Mr. Seifert, Mr. Pollock and Mr. Hayes have come before the Planning and Zoning Commission. Mr. Bilo asked Mrs. Romans to clarify that they could not extend their building or make it larger if it is a Nonconforming Use, but if it were in the B-2 Zone District, they would not have any problem and they could do so. Mrs. Romans stated that this is correct. Mrs. Romans added that they did not have much room to expand their building, however. Mrs. Romans stated that the Notice of the Public Hearing did appear in the official city newspaper on August 15, 1979, and the property has been posted for the required number of days. The staff report is a part of the record of this Hearing. Mrs. Becker asked Mrs. Romans that if this were to be rezoned B-2, what kind of parking requirement would be stipulated for that building, and is there enough room for parking on that parcel of land. Mrs. Romans stated that the building is not quite 50 feet long and not quite 30 feet wide and would require about 5 parking spaces. Mrs. Romans stated that they do not actually have this much space there . The parking requirement depends upon the use of the property. Mrs. Becker stated that her objection to rezoning the property B-2 is because if it were rezoned, there would be more parking needed, and then more land would be needed for the parking, and there would be the possibility that slice by slice, the whole block would be whittled away. Mr. Wanush stated that since this is a Public Hearing, the Chairman should ask for all the proponents and opponents, and then the Commission members could make comments. Chairman Tanguma asked for any proponents or opponents to this case who might wish to address the Commission. Ms. Marguerite Young 4295 South Lincoln Street -stated that she lives at the front of the property that the business in question is on. She stated that she has no complaints or opposition to what is in there now. The only thing she is concerned with is what might go in if and when they sell, if there is no restriction put upon this rezoning. Mrs . Young stated that she has lived there for 34 years. Mrs. Young stated that this neighborhood is residential and that she -6- would hate to see someone come in and take more and more property for businesses. Mrs. Young stated that as far as these men who have the manufacturing company, she has no complaints at all. There is no noise at all. However, she is concerned with what would go in there if this business were sold. There were no other persons present who wished to address the Commission. Smith moved: Lathrop seconded: That the Public Hearing on Tiger Manufacturing Company, Case #16-79, be closed . AYES: Tanguma, Williams, Becker, Bilo, Carson, Draper, Lathrop, Smith NAYS: None ABSENT: Pierson The motion carried. Bilo moved: Smith seconded: That the rezoning request for Case #16-79 be approved as requested. AYES: None NAYS: Tanguma, Williams, Becker, Bilo, Carson, Draper, Lathrop, Smith ABSENT: Pierson The motion failed, and the Chairman ruled that the request has been denied. Mrs. Romans stated that the applicant should be told that this matter can be appealed to the City Council should he desire to do so, and at that point, the City Council would determine whether or not they would hold another Public Hearing. IV. ALLEY VACATION CASE #20-79 Acoma /Bannock, North of Jefferson Mrs. Romans stated that the owners of the property adjoining the subject alley, Mr. Davis and Mr. Markus, are both out of the state, and a gentleman who was planning to be here dis- covered at the last minute that he could not; therefore, there is no one representing the applicant present. Mrs. Romans stated that Mr. Marcus' associate has reported to her that they have no problem with what the staff report says. Mrs. Romans stated that Mr . Davis requested the vacation of the portion of South Acoma Street that lies north of Jefferson and south of the City Ditch some time ago. • -7- Mrs. Romans stated that Mr. and Mrs. Davis and Neil Marcus have gotten together and decided that they would try to come up with some sort of a joint development on the site on South Acoma /South Bannock. Mr. Davis' property is zoned B-1, which is the business district. Mr. Marcus' property is in the R-3, High Density Residence Zone District. If they decide to jointly develop a residential use, Mr. Davis' property will have to be zoned from B-1 to R-3 unless an amendment is made to the B-1 Zone District to permit residential use. Mr. Davis' property is part of the Downtown Development Authority District, and if it were to be changed from B-1 to R-3, Mrs. Romans did not know what effect this would have on the District Assessment. Mrs. Romans stated that because of the configura- tion of the parcel, the deepest portion is right where the alley is. In order to put a structure on the combined sites, the obvious thing is to get rid of the alley and put the structure there since that is where there would be room to build. There did not seem to be much of a problem until it was discovered that there was an eight-inch sewer line running down that alley which serves the entire area from Nassau Avenue down to U. S. 285. The line then runs across the Cinderella City area into the Wastewater Treatment Plant. Mrs. Romans stated that the City's Utilities Director is very much opposed to encasing a sewer line and building over it. He has had experience with the First National Bank of Englewood where it is built over a sewer line and when there is a problem with odors it is very difficult to get thru the floor in the bank to maintain it. However, the Civil Engineer and Director of Engineering Services have said that there is possibly something else that could be done. If the applicant will submit an engineering study with a design signed by an engineer that shows that it is feasible to relocate the sewer line, and if they will relocate the sewer line at their expense, then at that point the Engineering Services and Utilities Departments will have no objection to the alley being vacated. Mrs. Romans stated that Mr. Davis has talked previously about the possibility of relocating the City Ditch and that is also something that will have to be worked out with the Utilities Department. Mrs. Romans stated that the staff, working with the Engineering Services Department and the Utilities Department, have stated in the staff report that if the sewer line can be relocated to the satisfaction of the City at the applicant's expense, there is no reason to retain the alley as a public alley. With the sewer line relocated, the alley does not serve any public pur- pose, it provides secondary access only to the subject properties and will not be physically extended from West Jefferson Avenue to U.S. 285. Mrs. Romans stated that it may be asked about the possibility of vacating the alley and keeping an easement for the sewer line. Mrs. Romans stated that she talked with Mr. Stu Fonda, Director of the Utilities Department, and asked him if there would be a problem if the developers put a structure on the east side of the property and used the area over the sewer line for a parking lot. Mr. Fonda stated that he would be very much opposed to leaving the sewer line where it is and -8- just retaining it in an easement, pointing out the difficulty of repairing the parking lot if it were necessary to make re- pairs to the line. Chairman Tanguma asked why Mr. Davis and Mr. Marcus did not ask for the rezoning at the same time as they are asking for this vacation as it is obvious that one of the properties has to be rezoned in order for it to be developed jointly. Mrs. Romans replied that part of the reason was that Mr. and Mrs. Davis were going to Alaska. Mrs. Romans stated that they felt they had to take the action in separate steps and that they could proceed with the alley vacation now and when they get back, sometime in September, they can get into their final plans for development. Smith moved: Carson seconded: That Case #20-79 be referred to City Council with the conditions as outlined on Page 2 of the staff report in the section titled: Recommendations of the Department of Community Development, including the closing paragraph which states: 11 If it is not feasible to reroute the sanitary sewer line, the alley should not be vacated." Mr. Bilo asked Mrs. Romans that since the vacation of this piece of property would enhance the two other properties, Mr. Davis' and Mr. Marcus', has the City given any thought about selling this strip to them rather than just giving it to them? Mrs. Romans replied that the right-of-way for the alley came from the adjoining properties and if it is not needed for public use, then it must go back to that property from whence it was taken. Mrs. Romans stated that if the sewer line is relocated, the City will need an easement across the property where the new sewer line is located. For clarification, Mr. Smith repeated his motion: That the Planning and Zoning Commission send a recommendation to the City Council approving the alley vacation in Case #20-79 with the conditions described on Page 2 of the staff report, Recommendations of the Department of Community Development, in- cluding the closing paragraph: "If it is not feasible to reroute the sanitary sewer line, the alley should not be vacated." AYES: Tanguma, Becker, Bilo, Carson, Draper, Lathrop, Smith NAYS: Williams ABSENT: Pierson The motion carried . -9- V. SUBDIVISION WAIVER CASE #21-79 South Federal Boulevard/West Belleview Mrs. Romans stated that this request has been submitted by Samuel R. Freeman to divide a piece of property that is on the northeast corner of West Belleview Avenue and South Federal Boulevard. This is the site where there was a filling station on the southwest corner of the Centennial Shopping Complex, but this parcel has not actually been a part of the Shopping Center property. It has been under separate ownership, and the owner, Mr. Freeman, would like to divide the property into two parcels. The staff sees no reason why this property cannot be divided as proposed and would recommend that the Planning Commission approve the Waiver to the requirement of -filing a Subdivision Plat. There are matters of access that will have to be workfil out with the State Highway Department, but these can be ad- dressed at the time they come in for curb cuts and building permits. Mrs. Romans stated that this is in a B-2, Business Zone classification. Mr. Samuel Freeman came forward for questions from the Commission. Mr. Bilo asked Mr. Freeman if he saw any problems with the access to the property or from the property. Mr. Freeman stated that he did not see any problems of access. Mr. Freeman stated that they are aware that they have to go through several different agencies before they can finally have their building permits approved. Mr. Tanguma asked Mr. Freeman if he had any particular business in mind that he would want to put onto this property. Mr. Freeman stated that they have a signed contract for a 1200 square foot Taco Bell on the north side and they are in process of negotiations on the south side. Mr. Freeman discussed his plans for providing landscaping and making the site visually attractive. Mrs. Becker stated that the City of Englewood does not have a landscaping law, and she is interested, as is Mr. Freeman, with the visual quality of our community. Bilo moved: Lathrop seconded: To approve the Subdivision Waiver, Case No. 21-79. AYES: Tanguma, Williams, Becker, Bilo, Carson, Draper, Lathrop, Smith NAYS: None ABSENT: Pierson The motion carried. Chairman Tanguma called for a recess of the Commission. After reconvening, the following were present: Present; Tanguma, Becker, Bilo, Carson, Draper, Lathrop, Smith Absent: Williams, Pierson -10- VI. REPORT ON MEETING WITH THE DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORI'IY ~ Mr. Tanguma explained that he and Mrs. Pierson recently attended a meeting with the Downtown Development Authority and the City Council. Mr. Tanguma stated that the Englewood Sentinel carried a good report on much of the discussion that took place at this meeting. Basically, what the Authority seemed to be asking of the City Council and the Planning and Zoning Commission, was for some kind of direction. Mr. Tanguma stated that the end result was that the City Council members that were there and Mrs. Pierson and himself told the Development Authority that they should come up with what they think is best and what they would like to see happen and then come to the Council and Planning and Zoning to see if it is feasible. Mr. Tanguma stated that he was impressed with the artists concepts of the downtown block of Englewood, which appeared in the Sentinel. Mr. Smith, being one of the Council members that attended this meeting, was asked to comment. Mr. Smith stated that he disagreed with Mr. Tanguma regarding the article in the paper. He stated that the paper played up the picture, which wasn't even discussed at the meeting. Mr. Smith felt that the thrust o.f the meeting was the the first prime goal of the Development Authority is to get parking before the available land is sold for other purposes. He stated that the EDDA was trying to get a commitment from the Council and the Planning and Zoning Com- mission to back them on getting land for parking, financially if necessary, in order that they could go ahead and start taking formal action to purchase the property owned by Public Service Company. They are interested not only in the Public Service Company building, but in the property behind it also, and want to get that property before any more of it on the west side of the 3400 block of South Lincoln Street is lost. Mr. Smith stated that the other item that was discussed was covering the section of Little Dry Creek between South Acoma Street and South Bannock Street, using it for parking, or may- be an RTD Transit Center. Mr. Smith stated that there was discussion about esthetics --what it might look like. Dis- cussion ensued. Mr. Tanguma stated that for their first pro- ject, the Authority picked the only logical project that they could start off with . Mr. Wanush stated that he would support the idea of really pursuing something that can be accomplished. He said that he has some concerns about an attitude that says that if we do the parking we would solve the problem. Mr. Wanush stated that this wasn't stated specifically, but he thinks there was this attitude prevalent. The problem deals with marketing, with economics, the kind of retail outlets that are available. Mr. Wanush stated that what is really being talked about is upgrading the retail outlets, which deals with the structures on Broadway and marketing empty spaces. Parking is all a part of this. Mr. Smith stated that he thought the Authority wants to be certain that they can guarantee parking. He stated that at the Council meeting the night before, Mr. Keller • -11- stated that the Authority is now starting to put to ge ther a downtown association of businessmen --a federatio n o f merchants. Mr. Wanush stated that he would like to see the Authority give more thought in putting these pieces together as they are all a part of a general program. He stated that he is not sure the other steps are as clear as far as what is going to happen once that goes on. VII . DIRECTOR'S CHOICE. Mr. Wanush stated that the next Planning and Zoning Commission meeting is September 18th, and as of right now, there is no Public Hearing scheduled or any specific action to take. He stated that a general study session could be held to discuss the following: 1 . When the City Council and the Planning Commission reviewed the Comprehensive Plan, the question was raised about traffic studies between Floyd and Dartmouth, including downtown. Mr. Wanush stated that included in the Com- mission's packet is the information pertaining to that study. The study session would be a good opportunity to sit down and discuss the information to see if there are any recommendations . Discussion ensued. 2. Mr. Wanush stated that assuming the City Council would pass the Comprehensive Plan in substantially the same form that it has been presented, the zoning review can begin. Mr. Wanush stated that when the Plan has been approved by Council, the staff would like to present the Planning and Zoning Commission with a schedule and pro- cess that they would recommend for reviewing the zoning ordinance. 3. Mr. Wanush stated that another issue he would like to discuss is in relation to several complaints the Community Development Department has had in the last several months. He stated that he has noticed since May and June some antagonism from the business community towards the City, particularly expressed through Building Department inspections, and also the Engineering, Fire and other Departments in relation to construction . Mr. Wanush stated that the busi- ness community is getting a very negative opinion of the City and ways are being discussed to deal with this. The staff is now going through an analysis o f the new 1979 Building Code ; and this may be an appropriate time to in- volve business people and contractors in r eviewing this Code . Mr. Wanush stated that the Planning Commission may be interested in going through some of the items in the Code, also. He said that the problem probably arises more from procedure than from the actual Code. The Zoning Ordinance as well as the Building Code can be discussed. Discussion ensued . • -12- Mr. Tanguma stated that something else to discuss at the next meeting would be how to get in touch with the owners of Cinderella City to see if we could start selling them on the advantages of a beautification program. Mrs. Romans stated that she had a meeting today with Mr. Art Davis, the repre- sentative of the people who will be the owners after the first of the year. Mr. Davis worked for Mr. Von Frellick when they were building Cinderella City and appeared before the previous Planning Commission for several years . Mrs. Romans stated that she knew Mr. Davis would be happy to meet with the Planning Commission, but it would be probably towards the first of the next year before he is at liberty to do so. Mr. Draper stated that one way the City can get involved in encouraging improve- ments to property is through a budget process of permitting some type of tax credit for certain accepted improvements that builders do. Referring to the comment made by Mr. Draper earlier in the meeting, Mr. Wanush stated that the place to refine the con- cept of the "nodes" in the Comprehensive Plan is in the Zoning Ordinance. Mr. Wanush stated that he would appreciate the Planning Commission members letting him know if they are getting complaints from the business community in any one particular area. Unless the complaints come to him and he knows about them, it is almost impossible to deal with them. Discussion ensued. Mr. Smith asked if there was a way to look at wnat other cities are doing regarding a public relations effort directed toward builders and developers to express the city's desire to work with these people. Mr. Wanush reported that the RPR Development plans are still being developed by the architect and that they are to go be- fore the Board of Adjustment and Appeals this month for certain variances to the building code, primarily related to highrise and certain fire requirements. Mr. Wanush stated that Swedish Hospital has been before the Board of Adjustment of Appeals for approximately 180 unit high- rise for the elderly . They requested a variance from the parking requirements, and were granted a variance from 1-1/2 spaces per unit to one space per unit, but they must maintain additional ground in case it is shown that they need more parking . Mr. Wanush stated that as far as he knows, Swedish has no plans in the near future to construct such a building . Swedish was trying to get some approval from HUD and the variance was primarily to put in the package to present to HUD. Mr. Wanush stated that he would not anticipate a structure going up on this property in the near future . Mr. Wanush stated that Swedish is also proceeding in the design stage of their medical office building that is to be constructed on East Hampden Avenue. Swedish is having a parking study pre- pared and one of the things they have contemplated is building a parking structure across the street on the south side of • -13- East Hampden Avenue, with ramping of some sort across Hampden. The building is in the advanced planning stages. Mr. Wanush stated that because the City of Englewood has adopted the Regional Housing Opportunity Plan and because a certain per- centage of other communities in the region have approved the Plan, the Federal Government has made available increased monies in the Community Development Block Grant area. This is given only to those regions that have an approved Regional Housing Opportunity Plano The City of Englewood has made ap- plication for some of that money t0 assist in purchasing the public housing sites proposed by the Housing Authority, the site for the elderly complex at Girard and Lincoln, plus five duplex sites that have yet to be identified. Mr. Wanush stated that there will be a meeting to assess where the Planning Commission has been, what has been happening, relationships, and begin some assessment on the next few years to determine what the Commission wants to work on o VIII. COMMISSIONER'S CHOICE. Mr. Tanguma stated that he has had complaints about traffic on South Lipan Street between West Oxford Avenue and West Quincy Avenueo He has also been told that some people are requesting the City to vacate approximately 130 ft. of Englewood property right by the park between two houses o Mr. Tanguma was asked to find out if there was any way that the City could control the fast traffic on this street. Mrs o Romans stated that the best solution would be to open South Navajo Street between Oxford and Quincy. Mr. Smith stated that speed traps could be set up in this areao The meeting adjourned at 9 :30 P.M. Cindy A dams 8 Recording Secretary, Pro Tern >. • ·• -14- MEMORANDUM TO THE ENGLEWOOD CITY COUNCIL REGARDIN G ACTION OR RECOMMENDATION OF THE CITY PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION 0 DATE: September 5, 1979 SUBJECT: Vacation of Acoma /Bannock Alley just North of West Jefferson Avenue. RECOMMENDATION: Smith moved: Carson seconded: That the Planning and Zoning Commission recommend to City Council that the 16 foot alley in Block 4 of Englewood Heights Sub- division, be vacated provided the following conditions are met: 1. The eight (8) inch sanitary sewer line must be rerouted at the expense of the applicants and to the specifications of the Director of Utilities and Director of Engineering Services. 20 The design for the relocated eight (8) inch sanitary sewer must be provided by the applicants at their expense and the design must have an Engineers' seal. 3. If the sanitary sewer line can be acceptably rerouted, the vacation should not be effective until such time as the sewer line is in place and easements given to the City therefore. 4. An easement should be given for the existing sewer line which is in the Broadway- Acoma alley extended between the City Ditch and West Jefferson Avenueo If it is not feasible to reroute the sanitary sewer line, the alley should not be vacatedo AYES: Tanguma, Becker, Bilo, Carson, Draper, Lathrop, Smith NAYS: Williams ABSENT: Pierson The motion carried. By Order of the City Planning and Zoning Commission.