HomeMy WebLinkAbout09 - Review Standards ResponseMarch 18, 2021
Jeffrey Barnhill
City of Aspen Community Development Department
130 South Galena
Aspen, CO 81611
Re: Maroon Creek Club; Response to Review Criteria; Commercial Design Standards
Dear Jeff,
Please accept these responses to the review criteria for the commercial design review standards
for the replacement of exterior shingle siding at the Maroon Creek Club.
Commercial Design Review standards and Guidelines
Site Planning and Streetscape
1.1 Standard – All projects shall provide a context study.
Response – The proposed horizontal shiplap siding will update the building’s aesthetic.
1.2 Standard – All projects shall respond to the traditional street grid.
Response – There is no street grid in the area.
1.3 Standard – Landscape elements (both hardscape and softscape) should complement the
surrounding context, support the street scene, and enhance the architecture of the building.
Response – There is no street scene context associated with the affected portion of the
building.
1.4 Standard – Where there is open space on a site, reinforce the transitional transition from
public space, to semi-public space to private space.
Response – There is no public or semi-public open space on site.
1.5 Standard – Maintain alignment of building facades where appropriate.
Response – This request will not change any existing façade alignments.
1.6 Standard – When a building faced is set back, define the property line. Review context of the
block when selecting an appropriate technique.
Response – This standard is not applicable in this case as there is no city block alignment to
consider.
Alleyways
1.7 Standard – Develop alley facades to create visual interest.
Response – There is no alley associated with this property.
1.8 Standard – Consider small alley commercial spaces, especially on corner lots or lots with
midblock access from the street (See Pedestrian Amenity Section PA4).
Response – This standard is not applicable as there is no alley associated with the property.
Parking
1.9 Standard – Minimize the visual impact of parking.
Response - There is no alley associated with this property.
Building Mass, Height, and Scale
1.10 Standard – A new building should appear similar in scale and proportion with buildings on
the block.
Response – This standard is not applicable for this property.
1.11 Standard – A minimum building height difference of 2 feet from immediately adjacent
buildings is required.
Response – There are no adjacent buildings.
1.12 Standard – On lots larger than 6,000 square feet, break up building mass into smaller
modules.
Response – No change to existing mass is proposed with this request.
1.13 Standard – Development adjacent to a historic landmark should respond to the historic
resource.
Response – There are no adjacent historic resources.
Street Level Design
1.14 Standard – Commercial entrances shall be at the sidewalk level and oriented to the street.
Response – This request does not involve any commercial entrances.
1.15 Standard – Incorporate an internal airlock or air curtain into first floor commercial space.
Response – This standard applies to commercial entries. This request does not impact entries.
1.16 Standard – Entries that are significantly taller or shorter than those seen historically or that
conflict with established scale are highly discouraged.
Response – No building entries are proposed as part of this request.
1.17 Standard – ATM’s and vending machines visible from the street are prohibited.
Response – No ATM’s or vending machines are part of this project.
Roofscape
1.18 Standard – The roofscape should be designed with the same attention as the elevations of
the building.
Response – There is no roofscape use included in this project.
1.19 Standard – Use materials that complement the design of the building design.
Response – There are no roofscape elements included in this proposal.
1.20 Standard – Incorporate green roofs and low landscape elements into rooftop design where
feasible.
Response – There is no new roof area included in this request.
1.21 Standard – Minimize the visibility of rooftop railings.
Response – There are no proposed rooftop railings.
Materials and Details
1.22 Standard – Complete and accurate identification of existing materials is required.
Response – The predominate existing material is wood shingle siding. The proposed
horizontal shiplap siding will complement the existing building design.
1.23 Standard – Building materials shall have these features:
o Convey the quality of materials found in the current block context or seen
historically in the Character Area.
o Convey pedestrian scale.
o Enhance visual interest through texture, application, and/or dimension.
o Be non-reflective. Shinny or glossy materials are not appropriate as primary
materials.
o Have proven durability and weathering characteristics within Aspen’s climate.
o A material with an integral color shall be a neutral color. Some variation is
allowed for secondary materials.
Response – There is no block context and the property is not located within an identified
Character Area. The proposed siding will complement the existing building.
1.24 Standard - Introducing a new material, material application, or material finish to the existing
streetscape may be approved by HPC or P&Z if the following criteria are met:
o Innovative building design.
o Creative material application that positively contributes to the streetscape.
o Environmentally sustainable building practice.
o Proven durability.
Response – This project is not subject to HPC or P&Z review. Project will use standard
horizontal wood shiplap siding and installed in a standard application.
1.25 Standard – Architecture that reflects corporate branding of the tenant is not permitted.
Response – No corporate branding will be used in the remodel.
Lighting, Service and Mechanical Areas
1.26 Standard – The design of light fixtures should be appropriate to the form, materials, scale,
and style of the building.
Response – No new exterior light fixtures are proposed.
1.27 Standard – Trash and recycle service areas shall be co-located along an alleyway where one
exists, and screened from view with a fence or door.
Response - This request will not alter the existing trash and recycle service area.
1.28 Standard – Design trash and recycle service areas thoughtfully and with the style of the
building, with the goal of enhancing pedestrian and commercial uses along alleys.
Response - This request will not alter the existing trash and recycle service area.
1.29 Standard – Delivery areas shall be located along an alleyway where one exists.
Response – No new delivery areas are proposed.
1.30 Standard – Mechanical equipment, ducts, and vents shall be accommodated within the
building and/or co-located on the roof.
Response – No new exterior mechanical equipment is proposed.
1.31 Standard – Minimize the impacts of utility connections and service boxes.
Response – No new utility connections are service boxes are required.
1.32 Standard – Transformer location and size are determined by the City and utility company
standards and codes.
Response – No new transformer is required.
Remodel
1.33 Standard – All remodel projects shall meet Standards 1.22 and 1.23.
Response – The project complies with these standards. See responses above.
1.34 Standard – Consider updating windows, door, and/or primary entrances to better relate to
the Character Area and pedestrian experience.
Response – This standard does not apply since the project is not located with an identified
Character Area and there is no pedestrian experience.
1.35 Standard – Design alterations to relate to the existing building style and form that may
remain.
Response – No changes are proposed to the existing building form. The existing wood shingle
siding will be removed and replaced with horizontal shiplap siding.
1.36 Standards – Incorporate elements that define the property line in accordance with Guideline
1.6.
Response – This standard does not apply. See response to standard 1.6.
1.37 Standard – Creative solutions that incorporate ADA compliance into the architecture are
encouraged.
Response – This request has no impact on ADA compliance.
Please review the responses to these standards and feel free to contact me if you have any questions.
Sincerely,
Bill Poss and Associates Architecture and Planning, P.C.
By: Patrick Carpenter
Project Manager