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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1981-04-21 PZC MINUTES·.r • CITY OF ENGLEWOOD PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION APRIL 21, 1981 I. CALL TO ORDER. The regular meeting of the City Planning and Zoning Commission was called to order by Chairman Judith B. Pierson at 7:00 P. M. Members present: Allen, Barbre, Draper, Carson, McBrayer, Senti, Tanguma, Pierson Powers, Ex-officio Members absent: Becker Also present: D. A. Romans, Assistant Director of Community Development Mrs. Pierson noted that there were several representatives of the Prowswood development present, and suggested that everyone introduce themselves. Those individuals present on behalf of the Prowswood development were: Messrs. Wood, Goodson, Weaver, Bradbury, Folger, Harding and Prows. II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES. Chairman Pierson stated that the Minutes of April 7th were to be considered for approval. Allen moved: Tanguma seconded: The Minutes of April 7, 1981, be approved as written. AYES: Carson, Barbre, Tanguma, Pierson, McBrayer, Allen NAYS: None ABSTAIN: Draper, Senti ABSENT: Becker The motion carried. III. PROWSWOOD DEVELOPMENT CASE 115-81 Mrs. Pierson asked if there was a staff report on this matter. Mrs. Romans stated that a formal staff report was not prepared, inasmuch as there were no actual plans to be sent out. Mrs. Romans indicated three schematic plans of the site, which plans depicted the development as originally proposed by the Larwin Corporation, the development as proposed by R.P.R. Brothers, and the development plan wh i ch was approved for Prowswood in September, 1980. Mrs. Becker entered the meeting and took her place with the Commission . Mrs. Young, Associate Planner, entered the meeting. Mrs. Romans noted that the original development plan proposed by the Larwin Corporation divided t he site into nine phases. Phases I and IV • -2- were developed by Larwin Corporation before they ran into financial dif- ficulties; Phases I and IV were then sold by Larwin to different owners, and R.P.R. Brothers purchased the remaining seven phases which were un- developed. Under the R.P.R. Brothers proposal, the phases remained the same, as did the points of ingress and egress. This proposal did cut down on the amount of lot coverage from 75%, and increased the open space to approximately 75%. The Prowswood plan eliminated all the low- rise townhouse structures, and decreased the density from 1,116 units to no more than 1,050 units. This proposal contained six high-rise buildings, one of which would be 14 stories, and five which would be 18 stories. All tenant parking would be underground. The Prowswood representatives worked closely with the residents of Kent Village in developing this plan, and in siting the structures to be least offensive to those residents. Representatives of Prowswood have recently contacted the Department of Community Development regarding some changes they would propose in the approved site plan, which they feel would "up-grade" the development. Mrs. Romans stated that she had sent a letter to Mr. Hugh Terry, President of the Kent Village Association, and has talked by telephone to Mrs. Gordon Allott, extending invitations to these people to attend this meeting. Mr. Dick Prows, President of Prowswood, stated that they have worked closely with mortgage brokers and marketing people, and feel they are in a much better position to proceed with the development. Mr. Prows stated that at the urging of their lenders, they did additional research, visiting other coIInllunities to determine what the markets seem to demand. They have determined that one of the concepts that is very popular is the "enclosed" balcony, and they now propose to glass-in the balconies. The balcony rail would be retained, but there would be large window areas to give an "open" feeling, while allowing the balcony to be used year-round. Mr. Prows stated that they have also determined that the ceiling height in the units should be raised from eight feet to nine feet; this will in- crease the overall height of the buildings by one foot per floor, or 14 feet on the building next to Kent Village, and 18 feet on the remaining structures. Mr. Prows stated that they have called Messrs. Allott, Brown, Terry and Dr. Nims of Kent Village, and discussed this proposal with them. The gentlemen from Kent Village indicated to Prowswood that they did not feel the additional 14 feet of height would be a problem. Mr. Prows stated that the original plan had been to have interior swimming pools and recreational facilities in each building. They have concluded, however, that it would be more advisable to have two "social centers", which would contain the swiIInlling pools, handball courts, party rooms, and other recreational facilities in separate structures. Mr. Prows stated that they also feel it would be advisable to have a marketing building located in a model of one of the units constructed near the main entrance to the development. Mr. Prows stated that the current plan has eliminated one building from the plan; however, they have increased the footprints of the remaining five structures to allow the same square footage as the six buildings would have contained. Mr. Prows stated that the lake system has been reduced somewhat on this proposal from that ap- proved in September, 1980. He noted that they are not running into the amount of underground water that the soils reports had indicated; there- fore, more water for the lakes would have to be taken out of the domestic system. • • -3- In answer to a query from the Connnission, Mr. Reed Harding estimated the area of the lakes was reduced by 10% to 15%. Mr. Prows pointed out that any area that is not devoted to the lakes system would be landscaped and grassed. Mr. Prows displayed floor plans of some of the units, and of the social center. Ms. Powers asked if the social center would be built concurrently with the Phase I construction next to Kent Village? Mr. Prows stated that this is correct; he emphasized that they are proposing two social center structures. Mrs. Pierson asked if the marketing structure would be removed following completion of the construction and sale of the units? Mr. Prows stated that they would prefer that the marketing structure be considered part of the "community". He stated that it could be used for a management unit after the construction and sales phases were completed, or the building could be expendable if this is the determination of the Commission. He stated that the marketing center would be of permanent construction, and would be on a foundation. Mr. McBrayer stated that the present proposal seems to indicate more sur- face parking than the initial plan presented in September; he asked if there is in fact more surface parking? Mr. Prows stated that he felt the colored site plan brings out the parking areas more than the blueline print considered in September. Mr. Goodson stated that there may be a few more spaces around the social centers, but that all tenant parking is still underground. Mr. Prows stated that there will be two levels of parking below-ground for the tenants; guest parking is on the surface. Mrs. Becker asked about the shadow line of the northernmost building; would it fall into Floyd Avenue or across the street onto those properties on the north side of East Floyd Avenue? Mr. Prows stated that he could not state where the shadow line would fall, but estimated that this building would be set back from the street line by several hundred feet. Mrs. Pierson questioned if Prowswood is the owner of the site at the present time? Mr. Prows stated that Prowswood-Huntman-Goodson Associates, Muben Realty, and Mutual Benefit Life Insurance Company will be the owners of title as of the 15th of May; it is currently owned in the name of "Ferrago", of which PWHG Corporation is an entity. The applicant for approval is Prowsood-Huntman-Goodson, the same as was listed in September of 1980. Mr . Prows stated that he is president of Prowswood, and is representing the partnership of PWHG. Mr. Prows further discussed the ownership of the site, and the financial aspects of the project. Mr. Draper asked about the location of the elevators and what means of fire escape they propose in these structures? Mr. Prows indicated that the elevators would be centrally located in each building, with stairs on either end of the building. Mr. Prows pointed out that the buildings and units will be totally sprinklered. Mr. Allen noted that construction has started on the one building, yet they are still "developing a plan"; he asked if they had a flexible financial arrangement, or were the finances tied to a specific plan. Mr. Prows stated that the financial backing for this project is not flexible; they will have to work within the normal restraints. He pointed out that the footprints of the buildings are set, and that they have gotten the permit • -4- for the foundation on the one building. Further permits will be obtained for the construction after plan approval by the staff. Mr. Folger stated that Mutual Benefit Life has a partnership agreement with Prowswood- Huntman -Goodson and Muben Realty; they are financially committed for the entire project. Mr. Goodson stated that they have loan commitments for the construction and take-outs that would complete the social center, marketing center, and the first building. Discussion ensued regarding the matter of the "lakes". Mr. Harding pointed out that the lakes are part of the drainage system and serve as retention ponds in times of heavy storm runoff. Becker moved: Senti seconded: The Planning Commission approve the amendment to the Sub- division Waiver as requested by Prowswood in Case #5-81, which amendment includes the elimination of one 18-story building, the addition of one foot per each story in each building, the increased size of the footprint of the buildings to accommodate the increased square footage necessary to reduce the number of structures, the area devoted to the lakes, the addition of two social centers and a management/sales center. AYES: McBrayer, Draper, Carson, Becker, Barbre, Tanguma, Senti, Pierson Allen NAYS: None The motion carried. IV. PUBLIC FORUM There was no one present to address the Commission. V. DIRECTOR'S CHOICE Ms. Susan Powers handed out brochures from Mr. Kirk Wickersham pertaining to the Permit System. VI. COMMISSION'S CHOICE Mrs. Pierson noted that there are two meetings scheduled for May. On May 5th, the Commission will consider permanent legislation on adult entertain- ment businesses, with a public hearing on this matter scheduled for May 19th. The meeting adjourned at 8:00 P.M. Recording Secre ta