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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Before the City of Aspen Board of Adjustment
TO ALL PROPERTY OWNERS AFFECTED BY THE REQUESTED ZONING OR USE VARIANCE
DESCRIBED BELOW:
Pursuant to the Official Code of Aspen of June 25, 1962, as amended, a public hearing will be held in the
BASEMENT MEETING ROOM, City Hall, Aspen, Colorado, (or at such other place as the meeting may
be then adjourned) to consider an application filed with the said Board of Adjustment requesting authority
for variance from the provisions of the Zoning Ordinance, Chapter 26, Official Code of Aspen. All persons
affected by the proposed variance are invited to appear and state their views, protests or objections. If you
cannot appear personally at such meeting, you are urged to state your views by letter, particularly if you
have objection to such variance, as the Board of Adjustment will give serious consideration to the opinions
of surrounding property owners and others affected in deciding whether to grant or deny the request for
vanance.
Particulars of the hearing and requested variance are as follows:
Date and Time ofMeetin~:
Date: June 13, 2002
Time: 4:00 P.M.
Owner for Variance:
Representative for Variance:
Name:
Gary and Kathleen Albert
Brooke A. Peterson
Kaufman & Peterson, P.C.
315 E. Hyman Avenue
Aspen, CO 81611
Address:
725 W. Smuggler Street
Aspen, CO 81611
Location or description of property:
725 W. Smuggler, Lots C & D, Block 15, City & Townsite of Aspen
Variances Requested:
The applicant is requesting a variance to increase the allowable lot site coverage five and nine-tenths
percent (5.9%) from forty percent (40%) to forty-five and nine-tenths percent (45.9%) for the construction
of a garage.
Will applicant be represented by Counsel: YES: X NO:
The City of Aspen Board of Adjustment
130 S. Galena Street
Aspen, CO 81611
Charles Paterson, Chairman
AGENDA
ASPEN BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
THURSDAY, JUNE 13, 2002
4:00 PM
CITY COUNCIL MEETING ROOM
I. COMMENTS
II.
III.
IV.
V.
A. Commissioners
B. Planning Staff
C. Public
MINUTES (01/03/02)
DECLARATION OF CONFLICTS OF INTEREST
PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. Case #02-02: 725 West Smuggler, Gary and Kathleen Albert
represented by Brooke Peterson, requesting a variance to increase the
allowable lot site coverage five and nine-tenths percent (5.9%) from
forty percent (40%) to forty-five and nine-tenths percent (45.9%) for
the construction of a garage. ~. n . 0
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ADJOURN
MEMORANDUM
TO:
Board of Adjustment
THRU:
Joyce Ohlson, Deputy Director
FROM:
Sarah Oates, Zoning Officer
RE:
725 West Smuggler-Gary and Kathleen Albert
DATE:
June 13, 2002
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SUMMARY: The applicants request a variance from the site coverage requirement to
build a 6' x 10' mudroom addition and construct a 288 square foot garage to be accessed
off the alley. The property is currently developed with a single family residence. The
property is zoned R-6, which is the only zone district which has a site coverage
requirement. The site coverage calculation was developed so that buildings would be
designed to be more consistent with the historic pattern of the zone district. Site coverage
is calculated by determining the square footage of the footprint of the ground level of a
building. Per the code, a 6,000 square foot lot, such as 725 West Smuggler, cannot exceed
40% site coverage, or 2400 square feet. Currently, the footprint of the house covers 40% of
the lot, and with the proposed addition the site coverage would be 45.9%, or 2754 square
feet.
Please refer to the attached drawings and written information provided by the applicants for
a complete presentation of the proposed variance.
APPLICANT:
Gary and Kathleen Albert, represented by Brooke A. Peterson of
Kaufman & Peterson, P.c.
LOCATION:
725 West Smuggler Street, Lots C & D, Block 15, City and Townsite
of Aspen
REVIEW STANDARDS AND STAFF EVALUATION: Pursuant to Section 26.108.040
of the Municipal Code, in order to authorize a variance from the dimensional requirements
of Title 26, the Board of Adjustment shall make a finding that the following three (3)
circurnstances exist:
1. Standard: The grant of the variance will be generally consistent with the purposes,
goals, objectives, and policies ofthe Aspen Area Comprehensive Plan and this title.
Response: Granting the variance will not conflict with the goals of the Aspen
Area Comprehensive Plan or the requirements of the Aspen Municipal Land
Use Code.
2. Standard: The grant of the variance is the minimurn variance that will make
possible the reasonable use of the parcel, building, or structure.
Response: Reasonable use of the parcel already exists, as there is a residence
on the parcel.
3. Standard: Literal interpretation and enforcement of the terms and provisions of
this title would deprive the applicant of rights commonly enjoyed by other parcels
in the same zone district, and would cause the applicant urmecessary hardship or
practical difficulty. In determining whether an applicant's right would be deprived,
the board shall consider whether either of the following conditions apply:
a. There are special conditions and circumstances which are unique to the parcel,
building or structure, which are not applicable to other parcels, structures or
buildings in the same zone district and which do not result from the actions of the
applicant; or
b. Granting the variance will not confer upon the applicant any special privilege
denied by the Aspen Area Comprehensive Plan the terms of this title to other
parcels, buildings or structures, in the same zone district.
Response: The applicants would not be deprived of any rights commonly
enjoyed by other parcels in the same zone district should the variance not be
granted.
Staff finds no special circumstances exist on the site which are unique to this
parcel that would warrant a site coverage variance. Staff has consistently
taken the position that not having a garage should not be considered a
deprivation of rights commonly enjoyed by other parcels in the same district.
A garage is an amenity, not a necessity and based on this, staff cannot not
support the variance request as we do not feel that this will cause the applicant
unnecessary hardship or deprive them of their rights.
ALTERNATIVES: The Board of Adjustment may consider any of the following
alternatives:
. Approve the variance as requested.
. Approve the variance with conditions.
. Table action to request further information be provided by the applicants or interested
parties.
. Deny the variance finding that the review standards are not met.
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the request to increase the allowable
lot site coverage five and nine-tenths percent (5.9%) from forty percent (40%) to
forty-five and nine-tenths percent (45.9%) for the construction of a garage be denied
finding Criteria #2 and #3 have not been met.
RECOMMENDED MOTION: (All motions are worded in the affirmative) "I move to
approve the request to increase the allowable lot site coverage five and nine-tenths percent
(5.9%) from forty percent (40%) to forty-five and nine-tenths percent (45.9%) for the
construction of a garage finding the review standards have been met."
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RESOLUTION NO. 02
Series of 2002
A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT OF THE CITY OF ASPEN
GRANTING A VARIANCE IN CASE NUMBER 02-02 RELATING TO PROPERTY IN
THE CITY OF ASPEN WITH AN ADDRESS OF 725 WEST SMUGGLER, LOTS C AND
D, BLOCK 15, CITY AND TOWNSITE OF ASPEN.
WHEREAS, Gary and Kathleen Albert have made application,
dated May 1, 2002 to the Board of Adjustment for a
variance from the dimensional requirements of Chapter 26 of the
Aspen Municipal Code; and
WHEREAS, this matter came on for hearing before the Board of
Adjustment on June 13, 2002 where full deliberations and
consideration of the evidence and testimony was presented.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT OF
THE CITY OF ASPEN, COLORADO:
Section 1. Findings of Fact.
The Board of Adjustment makes the following findings of fact:
1. A development application for a variance was initiated
by: Gary and Kathleen Albert on May 1, 2002 for property with
a street address of 725 West Smuggler, Aspen, Colorado.
2. Notice of the proposed variance has been provided to
surrounding property owners in accordance with Section 26-
304-060(E) (3) (c)of the Aspen Municipal Code. Evidence of such
notice is on file with the City Clerk.
3. The grant of variance will be generally consistent with
the purposes, goals, objectives, and policies of the
Aspen Area Community Plan and Chapter 26 of the
Aspen Municipal Code.
4. The grant of variance is the minimum variance that
will make possible the reasonable use of the parcel,
building or structure.
5. The literal interpretation and enforcement of the
terms of Chapter 26 of the Aspen Municipal Code
would deprive the applicant of rights commonly enjoyed
by other parcels in the same zone district, and would
cause the applicant unnecessary hardship or practical
difficulty. In determining that the applicant's rights
would be deprived absent a variance, the Board
considered certain special conditions and circum-
stances which are unique to the parcel, building or
structure, which are not applicable to other parcels,
structures or buildings in the same zone district and
which do not result from the actions of the applicant.
Section 2. Variance Granted.
The Board of Adjustment does hereby grant the applicant the
following variance from the terms of Chapter 26 of the Aspen
Municipal Code by a to vote:
A variance to increase the allowable lot site coverage five
and nine-tenths percent (5.9%) from forty percent (40%) to
forty-five and nine-tenths percent (45.9%) for the
construction of a garage.
APPROVED AS TO FORM
City Attorney
INTRODUCED, READ AND ADOPTED by the Board of Adjustment
of the City of Aspen on the 13th day of June, 2002
Chairperson
I, the undersigned duly appointed and acting Deputy
City Clerk do certify that the foregoing is a true and accurate
copy of that resolution adopted by the Board of Adjustment of the
City of Aspen, Colorado, at a meeting held on the day hereinabove
stated.
Deputy City Clerk
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BROOKE A. PETERSON
GIOEON 1. KAUFMAN'
TERRI J. KAFRISSEN
LAW OFFICES OF
KAUFMAN & PETERSON, P.C.
TELEPHONE
(970)925-8166
FACSIMILE
(970) 925.1090
OF COUNSEL:
HAL S. OISHLER"
315 EAST HYMAN AVENUE. SUITE 305
ASPEN. COLORADO 81611
. ALSO ADMITTED IN MARYLAND
.. ALSO ADMITTED IN TEXAS
VIA HAND DELIVERY
May 1,2002
Sarah Oates
City of Aspen Zoning Officer
130 South Galena Street
Aspen, Colorado 81611
City of Aspen Board of Adjustment
130 South Galena Street
Aspen, Colorado 81611
RE: Application for variance to City of Aspen maximurn site coverage regulations;
Gary and Kathleen Albert, applicants; 725 West Smuggler Street, Aspen, Colorado.
Dear Sarah and Members of the Board of Adjustment:
We are seeking a variance to City of Aspen Municipal Code Section 26.710.040(D)(6) to
minimally exceed the designated maximum site coverage offorty percent (40%) for lots of6,000 to
9,000 square feet located in the Mediurn-Density Residential (R-6) zone district. The purpose of the
variance is to allow for the construction of a garage on the subject property which will meet the City
of Aspen setback regulations currently in effect and will not require additional Floor Area Ratio. The
construction of the garage would require a variance by merely five and eight-tenths percent (5.8 %)
of the current maximurn site coverage on the lot (please see attached plans indicating proposed
structure). It should also be noted that the R-6 zone district is the only zone district with the
maximum site coverage regulations.
It is our position that this variance should be approved due to the facts that the proposed
project is consistent with the Aspen Area Community Plan, and, to deny such application would deny
the applicants' rights which are commonly enjoyed by many others in the same zone district.
Additionally, the proposed garage is located on the rear of the lot, facing the alley, and would
therefore have minimal effect, if any, on neighboring properties. The area to be built upon is already
covered by a brick patio so no actual open space would be lost. As stated, the proposed garage would
not require a variance from City of Aspen setback regulations or restrictions on Floor Area Ratio. The
granting of this application would allow for the minimum variance required to construct the proposed
garage. It is the position of the applicants that to approve the application is the only way to afford
applicants relief and to deny this application would inflict undue hardship on both the applicants and
the property. The Board of Adjustment has granted similar variances in the past.
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Lastly, please find the attached Board of Adjustment application form, a check in the amount
of One Hundred Fifty-Five Dollars ($155.00) for the application fee, as well as a list of the names and
addresses of the owners of all neighboring properties lying within three hundred feet (300') of the
subject parcel.
Should you have any questions or need further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us.
cc. Gary & Kathleen Albert
David Gibson
P.C.
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THE CITY OF ASPEN
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
APPLICATION PACKET
DATE MAY 1
2002
CASE#
Gary and Kathleen Albert represented by:
APPLICANT Brooke A. Peterson. Eso. PHONE 925-8166
MAILINGADDRESS 315 E. Hyman Ave., Ste 305, Aspen, CO 81611
OWNER(S) GARY & KATHLEEN ALBERT
. PHONE 925-6528
MAILING ADDRESS 725 WEST SMUGGLER ST., ASPEN, CO 81611
LOCATION OF PROPERTY Lots C&D, Block 15, City & Townsite of Aspen
(Street, Block Nurnber and Lot Number)
WILL YOU BE REPRESENTED BY COUNCIL? Yes.x.. No_
Below, describe clearly the proposed variance, including all dimensions and justification
for the variance (additional paper may be used if necessary). The building permit
application and any other information you feel is pertinent should accompany this
application, and will be made part of this case.
*Please see attached letter.
Applicant's Signature
K thleen Alber
REASONS FOR DENIAL OF BUILDING PERMIT, BASED ON THE ASPEN
CITY CODE, CHAPTER 26. AN OPINION CONCERNING THIS VARIANCE
WILL BE PRESENTED TO THE BOARD BY THE ZONING DEPARtMENT
STAFF
OFFICIAL
HEARING DATE
DATE PERMIT DENIED
DATE OF APPLICATION
1
BROOKE A. PETERSON
GIOEON I. KAUFMAN'
TERRI J. KAFRISSEN
OF COUNSEL:
HAL: S. OISHL:ER"
LAW OFFICES OF
KAUFMAN & PETERSON, P.c.
TELEPHONE
(970) 925-8166
FACSIMILE
(970)925.1090
315 EAST HYMAN AVENUE, SUITE 305
ASPEN. COLORADO 81611
. AlSO ADMITTED IN MARYLAND
- ALSO ADMITTED IN TEXAS
VIA HAND DELIVERY
May 1,2002
Sarah Oates
City of Aspen Zoning Officer
130 South Galena Street
Aspen, Colorado 81611
City of Aspen Board of Adjustment
130 South Galena Street
Aspen, Colorado 81611
RE: Application for variance to City of Aspen maximurn site coverage regulations;
Gary and Kathleen Albert, applicants; 725 West Smuggler Street, Aspen, Colorado.
The following is a list of the property owners lying within three hundred feet (300') of the
property above referenced:
John & Robin Norton Elliott K. Slade III Vincent P. Galluccio
817 W. North St. 40 E. 67th St. PO Box 8065
Aspen, CO 81611 New York, NY 10021 Aspen, CO 81612
LRM Limited Partnership Forest Service Aspen Ann F. Miller
751 Davis Rd. Headquarters 715 W. Smuggler St.
Coral Gables, FL 33143 U.S. Forest Service Aspen, CO 81611
Gail Hughes Patrick & Donna Keelty Dennis F. Ratner
712 W. Francis St. PO Box 5686 717 W. Francis St
Aspen,CO 81611 SnoWffiass Village, CO 81615 Aspen, CO 81611
Jeffrey S. Gorsuch (Yz) Richard B. & Deborah S. Felder Vincent Galluccio
707 W. North St. 11498 E. Carol Way PO Box 8065
Aspen, CO 81611 Scottsdale, AZ 85259-2620 Aspen, CO 81612
William E. & Dana D. Powell William J. Kretschmar First Baptist Church
II Lynn Batts Lane, Ste 100 Revocable Trust 761 W. Francis St.
San Antonio, TX 78218 3965 Investment Lane, Ste A-9 Aspen, Co 81611
West Palm Beach, FL 33404
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Saunders Aspen QPRT Trust
401 S. Boston Ave., Ste 230
Tulsa, OK 74103
Robert Ritchie
701 W. Francis St.
Aspen, CO 81611
SA & R.W. Colgate Trust
UID/T 12-29-89
422 Estante
Los Alamos, NM 87544
John James & Patricia G. Choumas
Bldg 300 Bays 313-314
1601 E Olympic Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90021
Epoch Aspen Development, LLC
359 Carolina Ave.
Winter Park, FL 32789
West End III Partnership, LLC
420 W. Francis St.
Aspen, CO 81611
Steven St. Clair
4001 Mac Arthur Blvd., Ste 100
Newport Beach, CA 92660
Robert & Nancy Blank
clo Whitcomb Partners
110 W. 51st St., Rm 4310
NY, NY 10020
Scott M Brown Rev Trust (50%)
320 N. 7th St.
Aspen, CO 81611
Langenkamp Family
Revocable Trust (\1,)
633 North St.
Aspen, CO 81611
Pamela Toon
822 W. Smuggler St.
Aspen, CO 81611
June Simmons (55%)
13126 Addison St.
Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
Michael Lawrence Flynn (50%)
721 W. Francis St.
Aspen, CO 81611
James E. Lowery, Jr. Trustee
1390 Enclave Pkwy.
Houston, TX 77077-2025
Amy 1. Margerum
627 W. Smuggler St.
Aspen, CO 81611
Wilke Living Trust DIDIO
January 29,1979
John & Bonnie Wilke, Trustees
153 S. Beachwood Dr.
LA, CA 90004
Patrick & Donna Keelty
PO Box 5686
SnoWffiass Village, CO
81615
Robert & Carol Auld
PO Box 186
Belmont, MA 02178
Joseph H. Bellina
1515 Poydras St. #2650
New Orleans, LA
70112-3723
Le Ray Digiglia
John William Digiglia
PO Box 4305
Aspen, CO 81612
Laurene B. Brooks
Susan B. Sheridan
421 Detroit St.
Denver, CO 80206
Toby D. Lewis
18930 S. Woodland Rd.
Shaker Heights, OH
44122
Douglas & Susan
McPherson
PO Box 4412
Aspen,.cO 81612
Phillip 1. Rosenberg
with Kasch
68 Ronan Rd.
Ft. Sheridan, IL 600 I 0
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AFFIDAVIT OF NOTICE PURSUANT
TO ASPEN LAND USE REGULATIONS
SECTION 26.304.060(E)
, being or representing an
Applicant to the City of Aspen, personally certifY that I have complied with the public notice
requirements pursuant to Section 26.304.060(E) of the Aspen Municipal Code in the following
manner:
I. By mailing of notice, a copy of which is attached hereto, by first-class postage prepaid U.S.
Mail to all owners of property within three hundred (300) feet of the subject property, as indicated
on the attached list, on the ~ day of May ,2002- (which is 11 days prior to the public
hearing date of 6 / 13 / 02 ).
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VARIANCES
Section 26.314.040: Standards Applicable to Variances
A. In order to authorize a variance from the dimensional requirements of Title 26, the
appropriate decision making body shall make a finding that the following three (3)
circumstances exist:
The grant of the variance will be generally consistent with the purposes,
goals, objectives, and policies of the Aspen Area Community Plan and
this Title;
. The grant of the variance is the minimum variance that will make possible
the reasonable use of the parcel, building, or structure; and
Literal interpretation and enforcement of the terms and provisions of this
Title would deprive the applicant of rights commonly enjoyed by other
parcels in the same zone district, and would cause the applicant unnecessary
hardship or practical difficulty. In determining whether an applicant's rights
would be deprived, the board shall consider whether either of the following
conditions apply:
There are special conditions and circumstances which are unique to
the parcel, building, or structure, which are not applicable to other
parcels, structures, or buildings in the same zone district and which
do not result from the actions of the applicant, or
Granting the variance will not confer upon the applicant any special
privilege denied by the Aspen Area Community Plan and the terms
of this Title to other parcels, buildings, or structures in the same zone
district.
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The City of Aspen
Board of Adjustment
130 S. Galena St.
Aspen, CO 81611
Charles Paterson, Chairman
To Whom It May Concern:
Enclosed is a copy of the Notice of Public Hearing, for request of zoning or use variance.
We live at 716 West Francis Street, Aspen, CO, 81611. Having reviewed the request of
Gary and Kathleen Albert, we do not see any reason their request should not be given.
We have no objections and support their request.
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Office: (504) 832.4200
Fax: (504) 832-4209
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GIDEON I. KAUFMAN"
TERRI J. KAFRI$SEN
LAW OFFICES OF
KAUFMAN & PETERSON, P.C.
OF COUNSEL:
HAL S. DISHlER"*
315 EAST HYMAN AVENUE. SUITE 305
ASPEN. COLORADO 81611
TELEPHONE
(970) 925-8166
FACSIMILE
(970) 925-1090
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VIA HAND DELIVERY
May I, 2002
Sarah Oates
City of Aspen Zoning Officer
130 South Galena Street
Aspen, Colorado 81611
City of Aspen Board of Adjustment
130 South Galena Street
Aspen, Colorado 81611
RE: Application for variance to City of Aspen maximum site coverage regulations;
Gary and Kathleen Albert, applicants; 725 West Smuggler Street, Aspen, Colorado.
Dear Sarah and Members of the Board of Adjustment:
We are seeking a variance to City of Aspen Municipal Code Section 26.71O.040(D)(6) to
minimally exceed the designated maximum site coverage of forty percent (40%) for lots of 6,000 to
9,000 square feet located in the Medium-Density Residential (R-6) zone district. The purpose ofthe
variance is to allow for the construction of a garage on the subject property which will meet the City
of Aspen setback regulations currently in effect and will not require additional Floor Area Ratio. The
construction of the garage would require a variance by merely five and eight-tenths percent (5.8 %)
of the current maximum site coverage on the lot (please see attached plans indicating proposed
structure). It should also be noted that the R -6 zone district is the only zone district with the
maximum site coverage regulations.
It is our position that this variance should be approved due to the facts that the proposed
project is consistent with the Aspen Area Community Plan, and, to deny such application would deny
the applicants' rights which are commonly enjoyed by many others in the same zone district.
Additionally, the proposed garage is located on the rear of the lot, facing the alley, and would
therefore have minimal effect, ifany, on neighboring properties. The area to be built upon is already
covered by a brick patio so no actual open space would be lost. As stated, the proposed garage would
not require a variance from City of Aspen setback regulations or restrictions on Floor Area Ratio. The
granting of this application would allow for the minimum variance required to construct the proposed
garage. It is the position of the applicants that to approve the application is the only way to afford
applicants relief and to deny this application would inflict undue hardship on both the applicants and
the property. The Board of Adjustment has granted similar variances in the past.
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Lastly, please find the attached Board of Adjustment application form, a check in the amount
of One Hundred Fifty-Five Dollars ($155.00) for the application fee, as well as a list of the names and
addresses of the owners of all neighboring properties lying within three hundred feet (300') of the
subject parcel.
Should you have any questions or need further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us.
P.C.
cc. Gary & Kathleen Albert
David Gibson
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THE CITY OF ASPEN
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
APPLICATION PACKET
DATE MAY 1
2002
CASE#
Gary and Kathleen Albert represented by:
APPLICANT Brooke A. Peterson. Ese. PHONE 925-8166
MAILING ADDRESS 315 E. Hyman Ave., Ste 305, Aspen, CO 81611
OWNER(S) GARY & KATHLEEN ALBERT
PHONE 925-6528
MAILING ADDRESS 725 WEST SMUGGLER ST., ASPEN, CO 81611
LOCATION OF PROPERTY Lots C&D, Block 15, City & Townsite of Aspen
(Street, Block Number and Lot Number)
WILL YOU BE REPRESENTED BY COUNCIL? Yesll No_
Below, describe clearly the proposed variance, including all dimensions and justification
for the variance (additional paper may be used if necessary). The building permit
application and any other information you feel is pertinent should accompany this
application, and will be made part of this case.
*Please see attached letter.
REASONS FOR DENIAL OF BUILDING PERMIT, BASED ON THE ASPEN
CITY CODE, CHAPTER 26. AN OPINION CONCERNING THIS VARIANCE
WILL BE PRESENTED TO THE BOARD BY THE ZONING DEPARtMENT
STAFF
DATE PERMIT DENIED
DATE OF APPLICATION
OFFICIAL
HEARING DATE
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GIDEON 1. KAUFMAW
TERRI J. KAFRISSEN
LAW OFFICES OF
KAUFMAN & PETERSON, P.C.
TELEPHONE
(970)925-8166
FACSIMILE
(970)925-1090
OF COUNSEl:
HAL S. DISHLER**
315 EAST HYMAN AVENUE, SUITE 305
ASPEN, COLORADO 81611
. ALSO ADMITTED IN MARYLAND
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VIA HAND DELIVERY
May I, 2002
Sarah Oates
City of Aspen Zoning Officer
130 South Galena Street
Aspen, Colorado 81611
City of Aspen Board of Adjustment
130 South Galena Street
Aspen, Colorado 81611
RE: Application for variance to City of Aspen maximum site coverage regulations;
Gary and Kathleen Albert, applicants; 725 West Smuggler Street, Aspen, Colorado.
The following is a list of the property owners lying within three hundred feet (300') of the
property above referenced:
John & Robin Norton Elliott K. Slade III Vincent P. Galluccio
817 W. North St. 40 E. 67th St. PO Box 8065
Aspen, CO 81611 New York, NY 10021 Aspen, CO 81612
LRM Limited Partnership Forest Service Aspen Ann F. Miller
751 Davis Rd. Headquarters 715 W. Smuggler St.
Coral Gables, FL 33143 U.S. Forest Service Aspen, CO 81611
Gail Hughes Patrick & Donna Keelty Dennis F. Ratner
712 W. Francis St. PO Box 5686 717 W. Francis St
Aspen,CO 81611 Snowmass Village, CO 81615 Aspen, CO 81611
Jeffrey S. Gorsuch (V,) Richard B. & Deborah S. Felder Vincent Galluccio
707 W. North St. 11498 E. Carol Way PO Box 8065
Aspen, CO 81611 Scottsdale, AZ 85259-2620 Aspen, CO 81612
William E. & Dana D. Powell William 1. Kretschmar First Baptist Church
II Lynn Batts Lane, Ste 100 Revocable Trust 761 W. Francis St.
San Antonio, TX 78218 3965 Investment Lane, Ste A-9 Aspen, Co 81611
West Palm Beach, FL 33404
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Saunders Aspen QPRT Trust Scott M Brown Rev Trust (50%) Patrick & Donna Keelty
401 S. Boston Ave., Ste 230 320 N. 7th St. PO Box 5686
Tulsa, OK 74103 Aspen, CO 81611 Snowmass Village, CO
81615
Robert Ritchie Langenkamp Family Robert & Carol Auld
701 W. Francis St. Revocable Trust (Yz) PO Box 186
Aspen, CO 81611 633 North St. Belmont, MA 02178
Aspen, CO 81611
S.A. & R.W. Colgate Trust Pamela Toon Joseph H. Bellina
UID/T 12-29-89 822 W. Smuggler St. 1515 Poydras St. #2650
422 Estante Aspen, CO 81611 New Orleans, LA
Los Alamos, NM 87544 70112-3723
John James & Patricia G. Chournas June Simmons (55%) Le Ray Digiglia
Bldg 300 Bays 313-314 13126 Addison St. John William Digiglia
1601 E Olympic Blvd. Sherman Oaks, CA 91423 PO Box 4305
Los Angeles, CA 90021 Aspen, CO 81612
Epoch Aspen Development, LLC Michael Lawrence Flynn (50%) Laurene B. Brooks
359 Carolina Ave. 721 W. Francis St. Susan B. Sheridan
Winter Park, FL 32789 Aspen, CO 81611 421 Detroit St.
Denver, CO 80206
West End III Partnership, LLC James E. Lowery, Jr. Trustee Toby D. Lewis
420 W. Francis St. 1390 Enclave Pkwy. 18930 S. Woodland Rd.
Aspen, CO 81611 Houston, TX 77077-2025 Shaker Heights, OH
44122
Steven St. Clair Amy 1. Margerum Douglas & Susan
4001 Mac Arthur Blvd., Ste 100 627 W. Smuggler St. McPherson
Newport Beach, CA 92660 Aspen, CO 81611 PO Box 4412
Aspen, CO 81612
Robert & Nancy Blank Wilke Living Trust UID/O Phillip 1. Rosenberg
c/o Whitcomb Partners January 29,1979 with Kasch
110 W. 51" St., Rm 4310 John & Bonnie Wilke, Trustees 68 Ronan Rd.
NY, NY 10020 153 S. Beachwood Dr. Ft. Sheridan, IL 600 10
LA, CA 90004
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To whom it may concern:
I am aware that Gary and Kathy Albert are requesting a variance for your approval that
would enable them to build a garage in their backyard. I urge you to approve their request
for a variance. I think it would be nice to get yet another car off the street. I myself was
issued a variance for my garage several years ago and I live next door at 715 Smuggler
Street.
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