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Janice K.Vos Caudill, Pitkin County, CO
RESOLUTION N0. 13,
(SERIES OF 2013)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ASPEN PLANNING AND ZONING
COMMISSION APPROVING FREE-MARKET RESIDENTIAL, AFFORDABLE
HOUSING, AND COMMERCIAL GROWTH MANAGEMENT REVIEWS, AND
RECOMMENDING THE CITY COUNCIL APPROVE A SUBDIVISION, FOR
THE DEVELOPMENT OF ONE (1) FREE-MARKET RESIDENTIAL UNIT,
THREE (3) AFFORDABLE HOUSING UNITS, AND 786 SQ FT OF NEW NET
LEASABLE COMMERCIAL SPACE FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 420
EAST HYMAN AVENUE, LOT O, BLOCK 88, AKA DUVIKE
CONDOMINIUMS, CITY AND TOWNSITE OF ASPEN, PITKIN COUNTY,
COLORADO.
Parcel ID: 2737-037-39-020 THRU -027
AND 2737-073-39-801
WHEREAS,the Community Development Department received an application from
John Martin, represented by Charles Cunniffe Architects, Inc. requesting approval of
Free-Market Residential, Affordable Housing, and Commercial Growth Management
Allotments, and Subdivision, to demolish the existing building and to construct a new
three story building to include one (1) free-market residential unit, three (3) affordable
housing units, and 786 sq ft of new net leasable commercial space; and,
WHEREAS, the Applicant requests approval by the Planning and Zoning
Commission Free-Market Residential, Affordable Housing, and Commercial Growth
Management Allotments; and,
WHEREAS, the Applicant requests a recommendation by the Planning and
Zoning Commission to the City Council for Subdivision approval; and,
WHEREAS, the property is zoned Commercial Core (CC); and,
WHEREAS, the property is located within the Commercial Core Historic District
and is not considered a contributing building to the integrity of the Historic District; and
WHEREAS, on July 25, 2012 and on November 14, 2012 the Historic
Preservation Commission granted Conceptual Commercial Design Review and
Conceptual Major Development Review approval via Resolution # 17 and Resolution
#28, Series of 2012
WHEREAS, upon initial review of the application and the applicable code
standards, the Community Development Department recommended approval of the
application; and,
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WHEREAS, during a duly noticed public hearing on May 21, 2013, the Planning
and Zoning Commission approved Resolution No.13, Series of 2013,by a five to zero ( 5—
0) vote, approving one (1) Free-Market Residential Growth Management Allotments, three
(3) Affordable Housing Growth Management Allotment, and 786 sq. ft. Commercial
Growth Management Allotments, and recommending the Aspen City Council approve a
Subdivision; and,
WHEREAS, the Planning and Zoning Commission has reviewed and considered
the development proposal under the applicable provisions of the Municipal Code as
identified herein, has reviewed and considered the recommendation of the Community
Development Director, the applicable referral agencies, and has taken and considered public
comment; and,
WHEREAS, the Planning and Zoning Commission finds that the development
proposal meets or exceeds all applicable development standards and that the approval of the
development proposal, with conditions, is consistent with the goals and elements of the
Aspen Area Community Plan; and,
WHEREAS, the Planning and Zoning Commission finds that this resolution
furthers and is necessary for the promotion of public health, safety, and welfare.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE PLANNING AND ZONING
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ASPEN, COLORADO THAT:
Section 1
Pursuant to the procedures and standards set forth in Title 26 of the Aspen Municipal
Code, the Planning and Zoning Commission hereby approves Growth Management
allotments and approvals for one (1) free-market residential unit, three (3) affordable
housing unit, and 786 sq. ft. of new commercial net leasable space for a total of 4,396 sq.
ft. of commercial net leasable space.
The Planning and Zoning Commission hereby recommends City Council approval of
Subdivision.
The project is subject to all conditions included in HPC Resolutions #17 and #28, Series
of 2012.
Section 2: Dimensions
All dimensions shall meet the requirements of the Land Use Code in effect on April 4,
2012 (date of initial application), attached as Exhibit B.
The approved floor plans are attached as Exhibit A. Minor changes from these are
permitted at building permit and during Final Commercial Design Review by the Historic
Preservation Commission. Areas labeled as "roof' or "green roof' are not permitted for
use as a deck.
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The project is subject to all conditions included in HPC Resolution 17 and HPC
Resolution 28, Series of 2012.
Section 3: Engineering
The Applicant's design shall be compliant with all sections of the City of Aspen
Municipal Code, Title 21 and all construction and excavation standards published by the
Engineering Department.
A compliant drainage plan must be submitted with a building permit application. This
includes detaining and providing water quality for the entire site. If the site chooses fee-
in-lieu of detention (FIL), it can only be applied to existing impervious areas. All new
impervious areas will need to discharge at historic rates. Any discharge from the site
must be made to the south mall side of the building opposed to the north alley side.
Minor events must be tied into the storm sewer with a manhole. The manhole lid must be
located below the mall bricks. Major events must discharge to the mall.
Any proposed grade changes to the mall require approval by the Engineering
Department.
The Construction Management Plan shall describe mitigation for: parking,
staging/encroachments, and truck traffic.
Due to the proximity of the neighboring property and the excavation of the building, the
Engineering Department shall require an excavation stabilization plan prior to building
permit submittal.
Section 4: Affordable Housing
The three on-site affordable housing units, two studio units and one 2-bedroom unit, shall
be deed restricted to Category 4. A deed restriction, approved by the Aspen/Pitkin County
Housing Authority (APCHA), shall be recorded prior to a Certificate of Occupancy for free
market residential component and the commercial component of the project. The
affordable housing units shall be compliant with the Aspen/Pitkin County Housing
Guidelines.
Owner and APCHA stipulate and agree that, in accordance with C.R.S. 38-12-301(1)(a) and
(b), this Deed Restriction constitutes a voluntary agreement and deed restriction to limit rent
on the property subject hereto and to otherwise provide affordable housing stock. Owner
waives any right it may have to claim that this Deed Restriction violates C.R.S. 38-12-301.
More detailed information regarding the management and maintenance of the unit shall be
provided to APCHA with the proposed deed restriction prior to CO.
The owner shall have the right to rent the unit to tenants qualified under the APPCHA
Guidelines. If the owner cannot provide a qualified tenant, the unit shall be rented through
APCHA's normal advertising process. At no time shall the tenancy of the unit during a
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lease period be tied to continued employment by the owner. Tenant leases, however, may
be terminated for cause or at the end of the lease period upon termination of employment.
The tenant in the rental unit shall be required to be re-qualified by APCHA on a yearly
basis.
If the owner elects to sell the unit, or they are required to be sold due to noncompliance,
owner shall condominiumize the unit and form a condominium association for the
management and maintenance thereof. The affordable housing association shall be
separate from the free-market residential unit's and commercial unit's association(s).
In the event the rental unit is required to become ownership unit due to noncompliance,
APCHA or the City may elect to purchase them for rental to qualified tenants in accordance- - - - - -
with APCHA Guidelines.
Section 5: Fire Mitigation
All codes adopted by the Aspen Fire Protection District shall be met. This includes but is
not limited to approved fire sprinkler and fire alarm systems (IFC, as amended, Section
903 and 907).
Section 6: Utilities
All requirements of the City's most recently Adopted Water System Distribution
Standards (currently 2012) must be met. Fire suppression is required. Fire flow
calculations are required to confirm service size. Additionally Electrical Service should
be discussed immediately with the Electric Department to ensure System capacity. If
there is not System Capacity it may be necessary for the Developer to place a transformer
on site. That Transformer would need to meet all pertinent Electrical Codes, and all City
Electrical Setbacks (i.e. 10' in front of doors or free to alleyway, free to sky above [no
overhangs]).
Section 7: Sanitation District Requirements
Service is contingent upon compliance with the District's rules, regulations, and
specifications, which are on file at the District office. ACSD will review the approved
Drainage plans to assure that clear water connections (roof, foundation, perimeter, patio
drains) are not connected to the sanitary sewer system. Oil and Grease interceptors (NOT
traps) are required for all food processing establishment. Locations of food processing
shall be identified prior to building permit. Even though the commercial space is tenet
finish, interceptors will be required at this time if food processing establishments are
anticipated for this project. ACSD will not approve service to food processing
establishments retrofitted for this use by small under counter TRAPS at a later date.
Permanent improvements are prohibited in sewer easements or right of ways.
Landscaping plans will require approval by ACSD where soft and hard landscaping may
impact public ROW or easements to be dedicated to the district.
Section 8: Parks
Landscaping in the public right of way will be subject to landscaping in the ROW
requirements, Chapter 21.20. There shall be no plantings within the City ROW which are
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not approved by the City Parks Department and the Engineering Department. Off-site
public amenity equal to or in excess of$22,500 is subject to Parks Department approval.
Section 9•
All material representations and commitments made by the Applicant pursuant to the
development proposal approvals as herein awarded, whether in public hearing or
documentation presented before the Planning and Zoning Commission or City Council, are
hereby incorporated in such plan development approvals and the same shall be complied
with as if fully set forth herein, unless amended by an authorized entity.
Section 10:
This Resolution shall not affect any existing litigation and shall not operate as an
abatement of any action or proceeding now pending under or by virtue of the ordinances
repealed or amended as herein provided, and the same shall be conducted and concluded
under such prior ordinances.
Section 11:
If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion of this Resolution is for
any reason held invalid or unconstitutional in a court of competent jurisdiction, such
portion shall be deemed a separate, distinct and independent provision and shall not affect
the validity of the remaining portions thereof.
APPROVED BY the Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of Aspen on this 21 st
day of May, 2013.
APPROVED AS TO FORM: PLANN AND ZONING
r SS N:
Debbie Quinn,Asst. City Attorney J spamer, Chair
ATTEST:
?-JLothian, epitty City Clerk
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