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TO: Aspen Planning and Zoning Commission
FROM: Pl anni ng Offi ce (KS)
RE: Use Determination - Dogsled Kennels at Plum Tree
DATE: October 14, 1977
While the attached letter of application describes several uses to be
located at the Plum Tree Inn this winter, there is really only one
matter before you for consideration - that is, to determine whether
housing of dogs is a use that is intended within the Park district,
For your information, however, we point out that use of the pro shop is
proposed as an equipment rental center for the listed items of ski
touring, ice fishing, snow shoeing, and dog sledding. We believe this
qualifies as a sport shop which is a conditional use in the district.
The sport shop use has been established historically in the Plum Tree
Pro Shop location and therefore needs no further approvals. Ski touring
lessons are proposed to be given to beginners on the golf course, As
long as there is no charge for use of Plum Tree trails (i .e. the
charges are limited to the instruction) then we believe this use to
be a permitted use under the open-use recreational facility category,
The use list does not cover dog kennels, however. The applicant,
Jan Masek, proposes to house from nine to eleven dogs at the Plum
Tree connection. While the dogs are those that are used for his dog-
sledding operations, he does not propose to conduct the sledding
activity at the site, As we understand it, the dogs will be housed
at the west end of the Plum Tree lodge in small individual pine huts.
These will be located in the bermed parking area. This'is not a kennel
operation in the strict definition of the term as there will only be
working dogs and no bitches or breeding of dogs conducted here. Dog
sleds will be stored at the Plum Tree as the base of the sledding
operation. Customers will either meet at the Plum Tree and be trans-
ported by van or limousine to sled activities in the National Forest or
will be picked up by limousine at their respective hotel locations.
The question before you is whether this use is within the intent of the
district and compatible with permitted and conditional uses of'the
district. The intent of the Park District is "to insure that land
intended for recreation use is developed in such a manner to serve its
intended use while not exerting a disruptive influence on adjacent uses
of land. Permitted uses include open-use recreation, playfield, golf
course, and riding stable, among others. Conditional uses include
recreation buildings and sport shops and others.
The use on its face would appear to be most similar to a riding stable.
Compatibility of the use with other uses of the district depends on
how the dogs are housed, whether they would interrupt the other activi-
ties of the winter season conducted at the Plum Tree and on the golf
c.ourse. If the dogs are qui et and do not roam free, impact wi 11 be
minimal. The applicant has the consent of the Plum Tree management,
indicating they see no problem with guest nuisance at the lodge.
The primary consideration, as it appearS to us, is whether there is a
"disruptive influence on adjacent uses of the land." In this regard,
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Dogsled Kennels at Plum Tree
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October 14, 1977
we see potential traffic generation both by patrons and curious passers-
by. However, this must be weighed against the already heavy, patronage
of the Plum Tree activities both winter and summer. More trips will
likely be generated by the rental activites than by the dogs themselves,
but it is pertinent to ask the applicant how many tours will be run
daily at what capacity. In view of the publicity which seems to
surround the dogs, a certain increase will be generated by just the
dogs themselves.
A bigger problem is posed by adjacent residential areas. Noise is a
factor. Since the dogs have been located on a temporary basis at the
east end of the Plum Tree, this office has received one complaint.
We understand the Dog Officer responded to the complaint and will be
present to comment at the meeting. There is no basis on which to
gauge whether noise will affect the Tennis Club subdiviSion when the
dogs are moved. The applicant states that the dogs are quiet and non-
barking due to their training. We do not know whether this would be
true in more provocative situations, say, for example, the late night
arrival at the Plum Tree or the meandering stnay cat. Will neighbor-
hood dogs be attracted and themselves constitute a nuisance? Dogs
at Krabloonik have been clearly heard by passing skiers. The dogs
are on .a"six foot length chain. They were previously housed in a
residential area in Basalt,
The applicant also represents that there are no problems with health
and cleanliness, that the dogs are trained, "toilet-trained" so to
speak. Defecation is minimal, they say, and tidily cleaned up. It
seems plausible that the impact is no greater certainly than that which
attends a riding stable.
The above discussion poses some of the questions; for answers, we
suggest that you discuss the matters further with the applicant and
listen to any public comment. We are asking for the input of the
City Environmental Health Officer, the U.S. Forest Service, and others.
Any use finding should, at a minimum, be restricted to the housing
of the dogs and preclude any additional recreation activity involving
them.
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Donald A. Crane
P.Q.Box2689
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P.O. Box 2689
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p.o. box 9740 aspen, oolorado. 81611 phone 303~925~4100
13 October 1977
Planning and Zoning Commission
City of Aspen, Colorado
Attention: Karen Smith
Because of the ideal location of the Plum Tree Inn, we hopefully plan
to set up a winter activity center using the existing facilities:
1. The golf pro shop sits idle during the winter. This
would be a ski touring, ice fishing, snow shoeing, dog
sledding center.
2. The golf course would be used for beginning ski touring
lessons only and patroled by our employees to insure no
damage to the grounds.
The dog houses will be set up at the far West end of the parking lot.
There will be 9 to 11 working dogs housed at one time. Their facilities
are attractive and will be kept immaculate at all times. They are
friendly, well-trained, quiet animals who enjoy children and attention.
The dogs are comfortable with people. They recently finished a Husky
Oil commercial, which mentions Aspen and gog sledding. Sixteen Aspen
children posed with the dogs. This will be broadcast in Canada and
another commercial is planned for January. The dogs will appear on the
Johnny Carson show before Chirstmas, 1977, and another appearance is
planned for the Grisley Adams show.
Our insurance coverage is a complete package for the entire operation
with a maximum liability coverage.
We have applied for and received a permit from the U.S. Forest Service
to tour Maroon Bells, Independence Pass, Lincoln Creek, Hunter Creek,
Ashcroft and Montezuma Basin.
Our limousines will provide transportation for activity participants.
We think this center will provide an exciting alternative to alpine
skiing and we sug e tions from the Planning and Zoning Commission.
Sincerely,
Jan Masek
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box 9740 . aspen. colorado. 81611 phone 303-925'4100
ASPEN TOURING CENTER
Approximate iuvestment
Automobile and liability insurance
12 Alaskan malemutes
Pine doghouses
3 sleds, harnesses, equipment
Cross country ski, shoes, poles
Snowshoes
Ice fishing equipment
Snow camping equipment
Checker limosine
GMC van
International truck
Snowmobile
Advertising, brochure, video tape, pictures
Sunglasses, snow and sun protection
Forest service permits
T~shirts
Time Spent
Shots for dogs
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M E M 0 RAN DUM
TO: Mick Mahoney! City Manager
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RE: Kennels at the golf cour~e
DATE: September 28, 1977
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Please give us more details on the exact nature and
effects of the proposed use (i.e. hours of operation
what are kennels to be used for - boardinq and/or
dog sled activities and/or impound). We will need
such information in order to prepare the app1icatio
for you. The matter would be taken before P&Z
as a use determination and, in order to be allowed,
must be found similar in intent and purpose to
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IMPERIAL EMBASSY OF IRAN
WASHINGTON, 0, C, 20008
July 19, 1977
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~o {~~t1f~o come out to
Aspen during our stay and to provide me with
so much information about your beautiful dogs.
Her Majesty too was touched to learn of your
, thoughtfulness and was particularly grateful for
the very generous offer of a puppy. I hope to be
back in touch with you shortly in t his regard and
in the meantime, am just S81 ding you a small
souvenir of our meeting.
Mr. John Hasek
Box 2717
Aspen, Colorado