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Home My WebLink Aboutcoa.lu.sp.506 E Main St.A0482735-073-47-851 A048-02 Pitkin County Jail Remodel SPA Amen= s COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT fir• 130 South Galena Street Aspen, Colbrado 81611 (970) 920-5090 City of Aspen Land Use: 1041 Deposit 1042 Flat Fee 1043 HPC 1046 Zoning and Sign Referral Fees: 1163 City Engineer 1205 Environmental Health 1190 Housing Building Fees: 1071 Board of Appeals 1072 Building Permit 1073 Electrical Permit 1074 Energy Code Review 1075 Mechanical Permit 1076 Plan Check 1077 Plumbing Permit 1078 Reinspection 1079 Aspen Fire Other Fees: 1006 Copy 1165 Remo Fee 1302 GIS Maps 1303 GIS Fee 1481 Housing Cash in Lieu 1383 Open Space Cash in Lieu 1383 Park Dedication 1468 Parking Cash in Lieu Performance Deposit 1268 Public Right-of-way 1164 School District Land Ded. TOT NAME: ADDRESS/ PROJECT: �K/D PHONE: ' CHECK# ✓ CASE/PERMIT#: # OF COPIES: DATE: =`' �� y INITIAL: �' i✓ CASE NUMBER A048-02 PARCEL ID # 2735-073-47851 CASE NAME Pitkin County Jail Remodel SPA Amendment PROJECT ADDRESS 506 E. Main Street PLANNER James Lindt CASE TYPE SPA Amendment OWNER/APPLICANT Jodi Smith- Pitkin County REPRESENTATIVE Stan Clauson DATE OF FINAL ACTION 8/26/02 CITY COUNCIL ACTION Ord. 26-2002 PZ ACTION ADMIN ACTION Approved BOA ACTION DATE CLOSED 8/29/02 BY J. Lindt PARCEL ID: 2735-073-47851 DATE RC -VD: 5l21/02 ## COPIES:— CASE NO A048-02 CASE NAME: Pitkin County Jail Remodel SPA Amendment PLNR f 7 / PROD ADDR: 506 E. Main Street CASE TYP: SPA Amendment STEPS: J{ OWN/APP: Jodi Smith- Pitkin Co ADR CIS/Z: PHN: REP: Stan Clauson ADR: 200 E. Main Street C/S/Z: Aspen/CO/81611 PHN: 925-2323 FEES DUE: 2405 D 345 E FEES RCVD 2705 STAT: I REFERRALS REF:1 BY DUE: �— MTG DATE REV BODY PH NOTICED DATE OF FINAL AC REMARKS CITY COUNCIL: PZ: BOA: CLOSED: t �� l BY: DRAC: PLAT SUBMITD: F PLAT (BK,PG): ADMIN: ORDINANCE NO.26 (SERIES OF 2002) AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ASPEN, COLORADO, APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE RIO GRANDE SPECIALLY PLANNED AREA TO INSTALL FOUR PARKING SPACES, LANDSCAPING, AND A NEW CURB CUT OFF OF EAST BLEEKER STREET ON LOT 5, RIO GRANDE SUBDIVISION/SPA, CITY OF ASPEN, PITKIN COUNTY, COLORADO. Parcel No. 2737-073-06-855 WHEREAS, the Community Development Department received an application from Pitkin County for an amendment to the Rio Grande Specially Planned Area to install four parking spaces, landscaping, and a new curb cut off of East Bleeker Street on Lot 5, Rio Grande Subdivision/SPA; and, WHEREAS, City Council Resolution No. 42, Series of 1993 approved the Rio Grande Master Plan; and, WHEREAS, pursuant to the Rio Grande Master Plan and applicable provisions of the Municipal Code, development review for site specific projects for the Rio Grande parcels shall be reviewed through the Specially Planned Area development review; and, WHEREAS, City Council Ordinance No. 10, Series of 1993 granting the Subdivision of the Rio Grande Property, indicated that Lot 5, Rio Grande Subdivision is intended for the future expansion of the Pitkin County Jail; and, WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 26.440 of the Land Use Code, City Council may approve a Specially Planned Area Review during a duly noticed public hearing after considering a recommendation from the Planning and Zoning Commission made at a duly noticed public hearing, comments from the general public, a recommendation from the Community Development Director, and recommendations from relevant referral agencies; and, WHEREAS, during a duly noticed public hearing on July 2, 2002, the Planning and Zoning Commission recommended, by a four to one (4-1) vote, approval of an amendment to the Rio Grande Specially Planned Area to install four parking spaces and a new curb cut to access the parking spaces off of East Bleeker Street, with the conditions contained herein; and, WHEREAS, the Community Development Department reviewed the Project and recommended approval with conditions; and, WHEREAS, the Aspen City Council 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 Planning and Zoning Commission, the Community Development Director, the applicable referral agencies, and has taken and considered public comment at a public hearing; and, WHEREAS, the City Council 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 City Council finds that this Ordinance furthers and is necessary for the promotion of public health, safety, and welfare. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ASPEN, COLORADO, THAT: Section 1 An amendment to the Rio Grande Specially Planned Area to install four parking spaces, landscaping, and a new curb cut off of East Bleeker Street, is approved with the following conditions: 1. The Applicant shall submit a detailed drainage plan to the Community Development Engineer for approval prior to commencing construction. 2. The Community Development Director may approve minor site plan amendments that are required to accommodate changes in the existing vehicular access and lot configuration that may come about as a result of the Obermeyer COWOP Application. 3. The Applicant shall erect a construction fence between the trail and the area of excavation during construction. The Applicant shall also erect warning signs along the trail at both ends of the project during construction. 4. All finished landscaping shall be placed no closer to the trail than 2 feet for user safety. 5. The Applicant shall submit the ingredients of the proposed landscaping seed mixes to the Parks Department for approval prior to planting. 6. A detailed irrigation plan shall be provided to the Parks Department for approval prior to commencing construction. 7. The Applicant shall not plant any landscaping that covers up the building mounted fire hydrant connection. 8. The depth cover for the fire hydrant line shall not be reduced by more than one foot as a result of the grading at the entrance to the parking area. 9. Snow storage shall be on -site and not within the public right-of-way or the pedestrian/bike trail. 10. The Applicant is aware that amendments to the parking site plan on Lot 5 may be required to accommodate the land swap that is proposed in the Obermeyer COWOP application (if approved) to relocate the East Bleeker Street right-of- way. This condition shall not obligate the Applicant to financial costs associated with amendments to the parking site plan that may be necessitated as part of the Obermeyer COWOP application. Section 2: 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 3: This Ordinance shall not effect 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 4• If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion of this Ordinance 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. Section 5• A duly noticed public hearing on this Ordinance was held on the 26th day of August, 20002 at 5:00 in the City Council Chambers, Aspen City Hall, Aspen, Colorado. INTRODUCED, READ AND ORDERED PUBLISHED as provided by law, by the City Council of the City of Aspen on the 22"d day of July, 2002. Helen Kalin Klanderud, Mayor Attest: Kathryn S. Koch, City Clerk 0 0 FINALLY, adopted, passed and approved by a five to zero (5-0) vote on this 26th day of August, 2002. Helen Kalin Klanderud, Mayor Attest: Kathryn S. Koch, City Clerk Approved as to form: John P. Worcester, City Attorney r DEVELOPMENT ORDER of the City of Aspen Community Development Department This Development Order, hereinafter "Order", is hereby issued pursuant to Section 26.304.070, "Development Orders", and Section 26.308.010, "Vested Property Rights", of the City of Aspen Municipal Code. This Order allows development of a site specific development plan pursuant to the provisions of the land use approvals, described herein. The effective date of this Order shall also be the initiation date of a three-year vested property right. The vested property right shall expire on the day after the third anniversary of the effective date of this Order, unless a building permit is approved pursuant to Section 26.304.075, or unless an exemption, extension, reinstatement, or a revocation is issued by City Council pursuant to Section 26.308.010. After Expiration of vested property rights, this Order shall remain in full force and effect, excluding any growth management allotments granted pursuant to Section 26.470, but shall be subject to any amendments to the Land Use Code adopted since the effective date of this Order. This Development Order is associated with the property noted below for the site specific development plan as described below. Pitkin County, 530 E. Main St. Property Owner's Name, Mailing Address and telephone number Lot 5, Rio Grande Subdivision Legal Description and Street Address of Subject Property Approval for four parking spaces and new curb cut on E. Bleeker St. Written Description of the Site Specific Plan and/or Attachment Describing Plan City Council Ordinance No. 26, Series of 2002 Land Use Approval(s) Received and Dates (Attach Final Ordinances or Resolutions) September 7 2002 Effective Date of Development Order (Same as date of publication of notice of approval.) September 8, 2005 Expiration Date of Development Order (The extension, reinstatement, exemption from expiration and revocation may be pursued in accordance with Section 26.308.010 of the City of Aspen Municipal Code.) Issued this 7`h day of September, 2002, by the City of Aspen Community Development Director;, Woods, Community Development Director G MEMORANDUM TO: Mayor and City Council THRU: Julie Ann Woods, Community Development Director , `z 1,,, ",d Ca1 iD A'', , FROM: James Lindt, Planner <T— uo z"01 pp� krCl� / ri t KiN RE: Rio Grande Specially Planned Area Amendment, Pitkin County dail�YarjjQ0PMENr Expansion — 2"d Reading of Ordinance No. 26, Series of 2002-Public Hearing DATE: August 26, 2002 A QS' APPLICANT: Pitkin County REPRESENTATIVE: Stan Clauson, Stan Clauson Associates, LLC LOCATION: Lot 5, Rio Grande Subdivision/SPA ZONING: Public, Specially Planned Area Overlay LOT SIZE: 5,186 Square Feet LOT AREA: 2,881 Square Feet (Excludes 2,305 square feet of Right -of -Way for Bike Path.) BACKGROUND: Pitkin County, ("Applicant"), represented by Stan Clauson, is proposing to create four parking spaces, plant additional trees and shrubs, and add a new curb cut for delivery service on Lot 5, of the Rio Grande Subdivision/SPA, that is located directly to the north of the existing Pitkin County Jail. Additionally, the Applicant is proposing to construct a new door 1 in the north wall of the Jail to easily access the proposed parking spaces. The proposed entrance to the Jail is primarily for use by maintenance workers that have moved their facilities into the basement area of the Jail. Deliveries will also utilize the proposed entrance. Vehicular access to the new parking area is proposed off of East Bleeker Street. REVIEW PROCEDURE: Final Specially Planned Area (SPA) Review: This two step process requires approval of a development plan by the Planning and Zoning Commission and the City Council, with public hearings occurring at both. The Planning and Zoning Commission shall recommend approval, approval with conditions, or disapproval to the City Council. The Rio Grande master plan was developed as a conceptual SPA Plan. Following its adoption, new development or significant alterations must be consistent with this conceptual SPA plan and be reviewed pursuant to the final SPA development review process. STAFF COMMENTS: The Applicant is requesting approval of an amendment to the Rio Grande Specially Planned Area to construct four parking spaces for the use of the Pitkin County Jail on Lot 5, of the Rio Grande Subdivision. City Council and the Planning and Zoning Commission adopted the Rio Grande Master Plan in 1993 that includes Lot 5, of the Rio Grande Subdivision. Ordinance No. 10, Series of 1993 that subdivided the Rio Grande Property, indicates that Lot 5 is to be used for the future expansion of the Pitkin County Jail. Staff believes that the proposal to construct four parking spaces on the subject parcel is in keeping with the aforementioned vision set forth for the site in the original subdivision ordinance. Additionally, Staff does not feel that the proposal is in conflict with the Civic Center Master Plan that is currently being formulated for the Civic Center Area. The Civic Center Master Plan is currently envisioning the future development of community facilities on the subject parcel. Staff does not believe that the proposal for parking spaces will prohibit future development of community facilities on the site. The subject parcel is also included in the area that has been delineated as part of the Obermeyer COWOP Application that is currently in the design stages. Staff does not believe that the design of the Obermeyer COWOP project will necessarily conflict with the proposed addition of parking spaces north of the Pitkin County Jail. The Obermeyer COWOP Task Force initially envisioned that East Bleeker Street would be relocated adjacent to the subject parcel and that the current Rio Grande Place Right -of -Way may be vacated. Additionally, the Obermeyer COWOP Task Force conceptually envisioned that Lot 5 of the Rio Grande Subdivision might be subject to changes in its configuration as a result of relocating the surrounding right-of-way. However, the initial Obermeyer COWOP plan has been subject to recent changes. As a result of the COWOP Application, Staff believes that there may be a need for minor changes to the proposed parking site plan on Lot 5, if and when the Obermeyer COWOP plans are finalized. Therefore, Staff has proposed a condition of approval that would allow the Community Development Director to approve minor amendments to the site -specific development plan on Lot 5. In addition, Staff has proposed a condition of approval that 0 acknowledges that the County is aware that amendments may need to be made to the parking site plan as a result of the Obermeyer COWOP application in the event that the City were to propose a land swap with the County involving Lot 5 as was originally envisioned by the Obermeyer COWOP Task Force. Staff does not feel that the current proposal to develop parking spaces will hamper future development plans on the site or within the surrounding area. The future vision for the subject parcel established in the Rio Grande Master Plan is to accommodate the development of a community facility (jail expansion). Staff believes that the current proposal will not prohibit the aforementioned vision from occurring in the future. The Pitkin County Jail has no immediate plans or need to expand at this time. Therefore, Staff believes that the subject parcel can be used in the short term for the proposed parking spaces that will serve the existing community facilities. Staff feels that proposed application meets the SPA review standards and recommends that City Council approve the proposed ordinance. PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION CONCERNS: The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended by a vote of four to one that City Council approve the proposed SPA Amendment with the conditions set forth in the proposed ordinance. However, the Planning and Zoning Commission did express concerns that any amendment requested to the parking site plan to be approved by the Community Development Director must be consistent with the site plan presented to them in regards to the proposed landscaping. Staff believes that the Commission's concerns are addressed in the review standards for an insubstantial SPA amendment. To approve an insubstantial amendment to an SPA development plan, the Community Development Director must find that the proposal does not change the use or the character of the development. Therefore, any amendment to the existing parking site plan would have to show similar landscape screening to the current proposal. PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION: The Planning and Zoning Commission recommends that City Council approve the proposed amendment to the Rio Grande Specially Planned Area to install four parking spaces, landscaping, and a new curb cut off of East Bleeker Street on Lot 5, of the Rio Grande Subdivision with the conditions set forth in the proposed ordinance. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that City Council approve, with conditions, the proposed amendment to the Rio Grande Specially Planned Area to install four parking spaces, landscaping, and a new curb cut off of East Bleeker Street on Lot 5, of the Rio Grande Subdivision. RECOMMENDED MOTION: "I move to approve Ordinance No._, Series of 2002, approving with conditions, the proposed amendment to the Rio Grande Specially Planned Area to allow for the development of four parking spaces on Lot 5, of the Rio Grande Subdivision/SPA." 3 is ATTACHMENTS: Exhibit A -- Review Criteria and Staff Findings Exhibit B -- Referral Comments Exhibit C -- Planning and Zoning Commission Resolution No. 23, Series of 2002 C:\home\nickl\Active Cases\Rio Grand SPA Skateboard Park Amendment\Rio Grande SPA Amendment.doc • r� L REVIEW CRITERIA & STAFF FINDINGS EXHIBIT A RIo GRANDE SPA AMENDMENT 26.440.050. Review standards for development in a Specially Planned Area (SPA). In the review of a development application for a conceptual development plan and a final development plan, the Planning and Zoning Commission and City Council shall consider the following: 1. Whether the proposed development is compatible with or enhances the mix of development in the immediate vicinity of the parcel in terms of land use, density, height, bulk, architecture, landscaping and open space. Staff Finding Staff believes that the proposed landscaping enhances the aesthetics of the area. Additionally, the proposed use of the parcel is compatible with and enhances the land uses in the immediate vicinity. The current mix of uses in the immediate area include governmental facilities, parking garage facilities, and service oriented businesses. The governmental facilities, including the Pitkin County Jail, are in demand of additional parking in close proximity to the existing facilities. Staff feels that the proposal will help alleviate some of the existing parking issues that are present in the parking lot behind the Courthouse and Plaza 1 building. Staff also believes that proposed development is consistent with the Rio Grande Master Plan and conceptual review approval. Ordinance No. 10, Series of 1993 indicated that the subject parcel was earmarked for the future expansion of the Pitkin County Jail. Currently, the County has no immediate plans to expand the jail. Instead, immediate parking concerns exist that this proposal would help alleviate. Staff finds this criterion to be met. 2. Whether sufficient public facilities and roads exist to service the proposed development. Staff Finding The Applicant is proposing a new curb cut to access the proposed parking area off of East Bleeker Street. Currently, sufficient roads do exist to access the proposed parking facility. However, the future development plans of the Obermeyer COWOP Application may change the configuration of both the East Bleeker Street and Rio Grande Place right-of-ways and Lot 5. Staff believes that regardless of the outcome of the Obermeyer Application, that a means of vehicular access to the proposed parking facility will be maintained. Staff has proposed a condition of approval that allows the Community Development Director to approve minor amendments to the site plan that may be required as a result of the Obermeyer COWOP Application. In addition, Staff has proposed a condition of approval that acknowledges that the County is aware that amendments may need to be made to the parking site plan as a result of the Obermeyer COWOP application in the event that a land swap involving Lot 5 were to take place. Staff finds this criterion to be met. 5 3. Whether the parcel proposed for development is generally suitable fin - development, considering the slope, ground instability and the possibility of mild flow, rockfalls, avalanche dangers and flood hazards. Staff Finding The parcel generally slopes at a grade of 11 % towards Rio Grande Park. However, a bench area exists to sufficiently provide a level area for the proposed parking and entrance off of East Bleeker Street. New curb pans are to be installed as part of the proposal to accommodate drainage. Staff has proposed a condition of approval that requires the Applicant to submit a detailed drainage plan for approval prior to construction to insure that the proposal will not increase the off -site drainage flows. There are no mud flow, rock fall, or avalanche dangers in the area. Staff finds this criterion to be met. 4. Whether the proposed development creatively employs land planning techniques to preserve significant view planes, avoid adverse environmental impacts and provide open space, trails and similar amenities for the users of the project and the public at large. Staff Finding The Applicant is proposing landscaping and site contouring to screen the proposed parking area from Rio Grande Place and the adjacent bike path that runs along the western edge of the property. There are no designated view planes that will be effected by the proposal. The site is intended for expansion of the Jail and is not intended to provide open space, trails, or other public amenities. The Applicant's proposal respects the existing trail easement on the western portion of the property. Staff has proposed a condition of approval that requires the Applicant not to landscape within two (2) feet of the existing trail for the purposes of trail user safety. Staff finds this criterion to be met. S. Whether the proposed development is in compliance with the Aspen Area Comprehensive Plan. Staff Finding The Aspen Area Community Plan's future land use map envisions the subject parcel to be used for the development of Community Facilities. The proposed development of parking spaces on the site for the use of the surrounding community facilities will not prevent the future expansion of the Pitkin County Jail on the site when it is needed. Staff feels as if the proposal is in keeping with the land use vision of the property. The proposal does not interfere with the bike path that is adjacent to the property to the west. By not interfering with the bike path access, the proposal does not conflict with the Parks, Open Space, and Environment goal of improving access to parks and recreational facilities. Additionally, the landscaping being proposed on the site will enhance the natural environment surrounding the existing bike path; which is in keeping with the intent statement of the Parks, Open Space, and Environment Section of the AACP to "Preserve, enhance and restore the natural beauty of the environment of the Aspen area". Staff finds this criterion to be met. C� • 6. Whether the proposed development will require the expenditure of excessive public funds to provide public facilities for the parcel, or the surrounding neighborhood. Staff Finding Staff does not believe the proposed development will require the expenditure of excessive public funds to provide public facilities for the parcel, or the surrounding neighborhood. The proposal represents a budgeted expenditure by the County and will not require excessive public expenditures. However, Staff has proposed a condition of approval that acknowledges that the County is aware that amendments may be needed to the parking site plan to accommodate the Obermeyer COWOP application in the event that the land swap occurs as was originally envisioned by the Obermeyer COWOP Task Force. Staff finds this criterion to be met. 7. Whether proposed development on slopes in excess of twenty (20) percent meet the slope reduction and density requirements of Section 26.445.040(B)(2). Staff Finding There are no slopes on the subject parcel that are in excess of 20%. Staff finds that this criterion is not applicable. 8. Whether there are sufficient GMQS allotments for the proposed development. Staff Finding No GMQS allotments are required for the proposal. Staff finds that this criterion is not applicable. 7 John Niewoehner, 02:41 PM 05/29/2002 -0600, Minutes form May 29 DRC - Pitkin County Jail Acce X-Sender: johnn@comdev X-Mailer: QUALCOMM Windows Eudora Pro Version 4.2.2 Date: Wed, 29 May 2002 14:41-58 -0600 To: jerryn@ci.aspen.co.us, nicka@ci.aspen.co.us, timw@ci.aspen.co.us, juliew@ci.aspen.co.us, philo@ci.aspen.co.us, chrisb@ci.aspen. co. us, cindyc@ci.aspen.co.us, amyg@ci.aspen.co.us, edv@ci. aspen. Co. us, stephenk@ci.aspen.co.us, jackiel@ci.aspen.co.us, stefanie@ci.aspen.co.us, joyceo@ci.aspen.co.us, jamesl@ci.aspen. co. us, Iindach@ci.aspen.co.us, acsdoffc@rof.net, benl@ci.aspen.co.us, stephene@ci.aspen.co.us, johnk@ci.aspen.co.us, jeffw@ci.aspen.co.us, denism@ci.aspen.co.us, fredj@ci.aspen.co.us, cindym@ci.aspen.co.us, randyr@ci.aspen.co.us, pegk@ci.aspen.co.us, richardg@ci.aspen.co.us, tbracewell@aspensan.com, lynnb@ci.aspen.co.us, victoria@ci.aspen. co. us, chrisb@ci.aspen. co. us, saraho@ci.aspen.co.us, brianf@ci.aspen.co.us, jannette@ci.aspen.co.us From: John Niewoehner <johnn@ci.aspen.co.us> Subject: Minutes form May 29 DRC - Pitkin County Jail Access Drive and Parking Dear DRC members: The minutes of the May 29 meeting are brief so I will summarize them in this e-mail. Please let me know if you have any additional comments. Topic: Pitkin County Jail Remodel: An application for a SPA amendment to provide for a new service entry at the rear of the jail and create a landscaped 4-space parking area with access from East Bleeker Street. Attendees: James Lindt (City Planner), Nick Adeh (Engineering Dept), Ed Van Walraven (Fire Dept.), John Niewoehner (Com-Dev Engineer), Jerry Nye (Streets Dept), Jodi Smith (County Project Manager), Jennifer Dolecki (S. Clauson Assoc.) and Stan Clauson (S. Clauson Assoc.) Comments: Parks Dept.: p-1. A construction fence will be required and placed between the trail and the area of excavation. Additionally, warning or caution construction sign shall be placed along the trail at both ends of the project. (see map) p-2. All finished landscaping (trees, shrubs, rocks, etc... ) shall be placed no closer to the trail then 2ft. This 2ft minimum clearance is standard for trail user safety. p-3. An irrigation plan shall be provided detailing the lay out (location) of the irrigation and who will maintain it. p-4. Please provide parks with the proposed seed mixes. Parks would like to see the proposed ingredients of both seed mix. Printed for James Lindt <jamesl@ci.aspen.co.us> 1 • • John Niewoehner, 02:41 PM 05/29/2002 -0600, Minutes form May 29 DRC - Pitkin County Jail Acce Fire Dept.: Do not place anything (i.e landscaping) in front of building mounted fire hydrant. Water Dept.: Grading can not result in less than seven feet of cover on water pipes. Streets Dept: Show snow area on plans. Snow cannot not be pushed into street. Com-Dev Engineer: Show property line on plans. As usual, thank you for your support of the Design Review process. John Niewoehner John Niewoehner Community Development Engineer x-5104 Printed for James Lindt <jamesl@ci.aspen.co.us> 2 John Niewoehner, 08:30 AM 05/30/2002 -0600, Pitkin Co Jail X-Sender: johnn@comdev X-Mailer: QUALCOMM Windows Eudora Pro Version 4.2.2 Date: Thu, 30 May 2002 08:30:24 -0600 To: james Lindt <jamesl@ci.aspen.co.us> From: John Niewoehner <johnn@ci.aspen.co.us> Subject: Pitkin Co Jail JAMES: HERE'S A CLARIFICATION FROM THE WATER DEPT RE: PITKIN CO JAIL. FOR WHAT IT'S WORTH, I CHANGED MY MINUTES - - JOHN At 03:42 PM 5/29/02 -0600, you wrote: John, Please ensure that the following clarification is added as it pertains to the water line depth: The depth of cover for the fire hydrant line will not be reduced by more than 1 foot as a result of grading at the entrance to the proposed parking area. Thanks, NOT John Niewoehner Community Development Engineer x-5104 Printed for James Lindt <jamesl@ci.aspen.co.us> • 11 �ib6 RESOLUTION NO. 23 (SERIES OF 2002) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ASPEN PLANNING AND wmaTGG-- - COMMISSION RECOM LENDING THAT CITY COUNCIL APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO THE RIO GRANDE SPECIALLY PLANNED AREA TO INSTALL FOUR PARKING SPACES, LANDSCAPING, AND A NEW CURB CUT OFF OF EAST BLEEKER STREET ON LOT 5, RIO GRANDE SUBDIVISION/SPA, CITY OF ASPEN, PITKIN COUNTY, COLORADO. Parcel No. 2737-073-06-855 WHEREAS, the Community Development Department received an application from Pitkin County for an amendment to the Rio Grande Specially Planned Area to install four parking spaces, landscaping, and a new curb cut off of East Bleeker Street on Lot 5, Rio Grande Subdivision/SPA; and, WHEREAS, City Council Resolution No. 42, Series of 1993 approved the Rio Grande Master Plan; and, WHEREAS, pursuant to the Rio Grande Master Plan and applicable provisions of the Municipal Code, development review for site specific projects for the Rio Grande parcels shall be reviewed through the Specially Planned Area development review; and, WHEREAS, City Council Ordinance No. 10, Series of 1993 granting the Subdivision of the Rio Grande Property, indicated that Lot 5, Rio Grande Subdivision is intended for the future expansion of the Pitkin County Jail; and, WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 26.440 of the Land Use Code, City Council may approve a Specially Planned Area Review during a duly noticed public hearing after considering a recommendation from the Planning and Zoning Commission made at a duly noticed public hearing, and after considering comments from the general public, a recommendation from the Community Development Director, and recommendations from relevant referral agencies; and, WHEREAS, the Fire Marshal, Aspen Consolidated Sanitation District, the City Water Department, City Engineering, City Streets Department, City Parks Department, and the Community Development Department reviewed the Project and recommended approval with conditions; and, WHEREAS, during a duly noticed public hearing on July 2, 2002, the Planning and Zoning Commission recommended, by a four to one (4-1) vote, approval of an amendment to the Rio Grande Specially Planned Area to install four parking spaces and a new curb cut to access the parking spaces off of East Bleeker Street, with conditions contained herein; and, WHEREAS, the Aspen 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 Aspen 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 CITY OF ASPEN PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION as follows: Section 1 An amendment to the Rio Grande Specially Planned Area to install four parking spaces, landscaping, and a new curb cut off of East Bleeker Street, is approved with the following conditions: 1. The Applicant shall submit a detailed drainage plan to the Community Development Engineer for approval prior to commencing construction. 2. The Community Development Director may approve minor site plan amendments that are required to accommodate changes in the existing vehicular access and lot configuration that may come about as a result of the Obermeyer COWOP Application. 3. The Applicant shall erect a construction fence between the trail and the area of excavation during construction. The Applicant shall also erect warning signs along the trail at both ends of the project during construction. 4. All finished landscaping shall be placed no closer to the trail than 2 feet for user safety. 5. The Applicant shall submit the ingredients of the proposed landscaping seed mixes to the Parks Department for approval prior to planting. 6. A detailed irrigation plan shall be provided to the Parks Department for approval prior commencing construction. 7. The Applicant shall not plant any landscaping that covers up the building mounted fire hydrant connection. 8. The depth cover for the fire hydrant line shall not be reduced by more than one foot as a result of the of the grading at the entrance to the parking area. 9. Snow storage shall be on -site and not within the public right-of-way or the pedestrianibike trail. Section 2• 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 3: 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 4• If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion of this Ordinance 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 the 2nd day of July, 2002. APPROVED AS TO FORM: PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION: City Attorney ATTEST: Jackie Lothian, Deputy City Clerk Jasmine Tygre, Chair 0 • ATTACHMENT 7 AFFIDAVIT OF PUBLIC NOTICE REQUIRED BY SECTION 26.304.060 (E), ASPEN LAND USE CODE ADDRESS OF PROPERTY: Aspen, CO SCHEDULED PUBLIC HEARING DATE: i L 200 STATE OF COLORADO ) ) ss. County of Pitkin ) I, ---\ a M Q—� L - I LAO / (name, please print) being or representing an Applicant to the City of Aspen, Colorado, hereby personally certify that I have complied with the public notice requirements of Section 26.304.060 (E) of the Aspen Land Use Code in the following manner: A��Publication of notice: By the publication in the legal notice section of an official paper or a paper of general circulation in the City of Aspen at least fifteen (15) days prior to the public hearing. A copy of the publication is attached hereto. f Posting of notice: By posting of notice, which form was obtained from th7 Community Development Department, which was made of suitable, waterproof materials, which was not less than twenty-two (22) inches wide and twenty-six (26) inches high, and which was composed of letters not less than one inch in height. Said notice was posted at least fifteen (15) days prior to the public hearing and was continuously visible from the _ day of 9200 _, to and including the date and time of the public hearing. A photograph of the posted notice (sign) is attached hereto. Mailing of notice. By the mailing of a notice obtained from the Communi y Development Department, which contains the information described in Section 26.304.060(E)(2) of the Aspen Land Use Code. At least fifteen (15) days prior to the public hearing, notice was hand delivered or mailed by first class postage prepaid U.S. mail to any federal agency, state, county, municipal government, school, service district or other governmental or quasi -governmental agency that owns property within three hundred (300) feet of the property subject to the development application. The names and addresses of property owners shall be those on the current tax records of Pitkin County as they appeared no more than sixty (60) days prior to the date of the public hearing. A copy of the owners and governmental agencies so noticed is attached hereto. (continued on next page) • 0 Rezoning or text amendment. Whenever the official zoning district map is in any way to be changed or amended incidental to or as part of a general revision of this Title, or whenever the text of this Title is to be amended, whether such revision be made by repeal of this Title and enactment of a new land use regulation, or otherwise, the requirement of an accurate survey map or other sufficient legal description of, and the notice to and listing of names and addresses of owners of real property in the area of the proposed change shall be waived. However, the proposed zoning map has been available for public inspection in the planning agency during all business hours for fifteen (15) days prior to the public hearing on such amendments. Si ture JL- The f egoing "Affidavit of Notice" was acknowledged befor mc,this may of _ , 200 Eby PUBLIC NOTICE RE: RIO GRANDE SPECIALLY PLANNED AREA AMENDMENT FOR ADC'— ," OF PARKING AREA ON LOT 5, RIO GRANDE ` AVISION/SPA NOTICE IS HEREBY GIW-N that a public hearing will be held on Monday, August 26, 2002 at a meeting to begin at V° l p.m. before the Aspen City Council, Council Chambers, City Hall, Aspen, to consider an application submitted by Pitkin County requesting approval of an amendment to the Rio Grande Park Specially Planned Area for the addition of a parking area directly north of the Pitkin County Jail. Pitkin County is also re, questing approval to install a new entryway on :he north wall of the Jail. The property is legally iescribed as Lot 5, of the Rio Grande Subdivi- ;ion/SPA. For further information, contact James Lindt at he City of Aspen Community Development De- partment. 130 S. Galena Aspen, CO, (970) 920- 5095, Jamesl@ci.aspen.co.u;. s/Helen Kahn Klanderud. Mayor Aspen City Council Published in The Asptn Times on August 10, 2002.(9168) WITNESS MY HAND AND OFFICIAL SEAL My commission expires:/Z3/--2, S Notary Public Gm •�i O �S O QJ�,c COL()1P � ATTACHMENTS: '`4L-11 . COPY OF THE PUBLICATION PHOTOGRAPH OF THE POSTED NOTICE (SIGA9 LIST OF THE OWNERS AND GOVERNMENTAL AGENCIES NOTICED BYMAIL • 0 ATTACHMENT 7 AFFIDAVIT OF PUBLIC NOTICE REQUIRED BY SECTION 26.304.060 (E), ASPEN LAND USE CODE ADDRESS OF PROPERTY: Lot 5. Rio Grande Subdivision/SPA Witkin County .Jail), Aspen, CO SCHEDULED PUBLIC HEARING DATE: 26 August 2002 STATE OF COLORADO ) ss. County of Pitkin ) I, (F.L.) Stan Clauson (name, please print) representing an Applicant to the City of Aspen, Colorado, hereby personally certify that I have complied with the public notice requirements of Section 26.304.060 (E) of the Aspen Land Use Code in the following manner: Publication of notice: By the publication in the legal notice section of an official paper or a paper of general circulation in the City of Aspen at least fifteen (15) days prior to the public hearing. A copy of the publication is attached hereto. V Posting of notice: By posting of notice, which form was obtained from the Community Development Department, which was made of suitable, waterproof materials, which was not less than twenty-two (22) inches wide and twenty-six (26) inches high, and which was composed of letters not less than one inch in height. Said notice was posted at least fifteen (15) days prior to the public hearing and was continuously visible from the I I day of August , 2002 __, to and including the date and time of the public hearing. A photograph of the posted notice (sign) is attached hereto. 1/ Mailing of notice. By the mailing of a notice obtained from the Community Development Department, which contains the information described in Section 26.304.060(E)(2) of the Aspen Land Use Code. At least fifteen (15) days prior to the public hearing, notice was hand delivered or mailed by first class postage prepaid U.S. mail to any federal agency, state, county, municipal government, school, service district or other governmental or quasi -governmental agency that owns property within three hundred (300) feet of the property subject to the development application. The names and addresses of property owners shall be those on the current tax records of Pitkin County as they appeared no more than sixty (60) days prior to the date of the public hearing. A copy of the owners and governmental agencies so noticed is attached hereto. (continued on next page) k PUBLIC NOTICE IME-mm a V •� .� VA j,s,.. Rezoning or text amendment. Whenever the official zoning district map is in any way to be changed or amended incidental to or as part of a general revision of this Title, or whenever the text of this Title is to be amended, whether such revision be made by repeal of this Title and enactment of a new land use regulation, or otherwise, the requirement of an accurate survey map or other sufficient legal description of, and the notice to and listing of names and addresses of owners of real property in the area of the proposed change shall be waived. However, the proposed zoning map has been available for public inspection in the planning agency during all business hours for fifteen (15) days prior to the public hearing on such amendments. /1-) Signatur The foregoing "Affidavit of Notice" was acknowledged before me this 12 day of August ,200 2,by (F.L.) Stan Clauson WITNESS MY HAND AND OFFICIAL SEAL My commission expires: 1 'Z rl- -c- No Pu c ;I ATTACHMENTS: COPY OF THE PUBLICA TION PHOTOGRAPH OF THE POSTED NOTICE (SIGN LIST OF THE OWNERS AND GOVERNMENTAL AGENCIES NOTICED BY MAIL PUBLIC NOTICE RE: RIO GRANDE SPECIALLY PLANNED AREA AMENDMENT FOR ADDITION OF PARKING AREA ON LOT 5, RIO GRANDE SUBDIVISION/SPA NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing will be held on Monday, August 26, 2002 at a meeting to begin at 5:00 p.m. before the Aspen City Council, Council Chambers, City Hall, Aspen, to consider an application submitted by Pitkin County requesting approval of an amendment to the Rio Grande Park Specially Planned Area for the addition of a parking area directly north of the Pitkin County Jail. Pitkin County is also requesting approval to install a new entryway on the north wall of the Jail. The property is legally described as Lot 5, of the Rio Grande Subdivision/SPA. For further information, contact James Lindt at the City of Aspen Community Development Department, 130 S. Galena St., Aspen, CO, (970) 920-5095, jameslaci.mm.co.us. s/Helen Kalin Klanderud, Mayor Aspen City Council Published in the Aspen Times on August 10, 2002 City of Aspen Account MURPHY GEORGE W PO BOX 4146 ASPEN CO 81612 OBERMEYER PLACE EAST LLC 115 AABC ASPEN CO 81611 R&R COMPANY 81.5662% 653 26 1/2 RD GRAND JUNCTION CO 81506 SHERMAN CAPITAL COMPANY 5840 E JOSHUA TREE LN PARADISE VALLEY AZ 85253 VIDAL C A C/O REAL ESTATE AFFILIATES PO BOX 2914 BASALT CO 81621 YOUNG DONALD L 617 W MAIN ST ASPEN CO 81611 NEWLON LLC C/O DANFORTH PO BOX 1863 ASPEN CO 81612 PITKIN COUNTY 530 E MAIN ST STE 302 ASPEN CO 81611 RKJR PROPERTIES LTD C/O ROY J MONK ESQ - ONE GALLERIA TWR STE# 1880- 13355 NOEL RD- L B 8 DALLAS TX 75240-6653 SMITH GAILEN B PO BOX 241 SNOWMASS CO 81654 WASKOW SUSAN A PO BOX 4975 ASPEN CO 81612 ZUPANCIS LOUIS J & ROBERT L 1/2 INT EA 540 E MAIN ST ASPEN CO 81611 OBERMEYER COMMONS LLC 115 AABC ASPEN CO 81611 PITKIN COUNTY CAPTIAL LEASING CORP A COLORADO CORP 530 E MAIN ST ASPEN CO 81611 RYERSON PHOEBE MASSEY C/O LOREN RYERSON 501 WILLIAMS WAY ASPEN CO 81611 SMITH JAMES F & N LINDSAY 6542 WESTCHESTER HOUSTON TX 77005 WELLS FARGO BANK WEST NA 119 S MILL ST ASPEN CO 81611 434 EAST MAIN LLC ARNOLD RICHARD S AND KATHRYN J BAILEY MARCIA UNGREN 314 S GALENA ST #200 1405 OAK FOREST DR 3215 TARRY HOLLOW DR ASPEN CO 81611-1818 ORMOND BEACH FL 32174-3407 AUSTIN TX 78703 BORCHERTS ROBERT H AND BROUGH STEVE B BULKELEY RICHARD C & JULIE J BORCHERTS HOLDE H BROUGH DEBORAH A 1555 WASHTENAW 599 TROUT LK DR PO BOX 450 ANN ARBOR MI 48104 SANGER CA 93657 RED OAK IA 51566 BULKELEY RICHARD C & JULIE J CITY OF ASPEN COMMUNITY BANKS OF COLORADO 801 JOY ST 130 S GALENA ST 210 N MILL ST RED OAK IA 51566 ASPEN CO 81611 ASPEN CO 81611 COPPOCK RICHARD P DORAN RALPH EMPHASYS SERVICES COMPANY PO BOX 44 2600 WOODWARD WAY 4400 N AIA #1002 S DEXTER MI 48130 ATLANTA GA 30305 HUTCHINSON ISLAND FL 34949 EVERHART-NELSON SYSTEMS FICKE CLARK FOSTER MARTHA LEE LIVING TRUST ANALYSTS LTD 15 W ARRELLAGA ST #3 5000 COAKLEY BAY #N2 117 ATLANTIC AVE STE 215 SANTA BARBARA CA 93101 CHRISTIANSTED VI 00820-4561 ASPEN CO 81611 GALENA PLAZA LLC HEYS MARIE L TRUSTEE HICKS GILBERT W & PATSY K MEYER LOWELL C/O 2495 ADARE 3674 WOODLAWN TERRACE PL PO BOX 1247 ANN ARBOR MI 48104 HONOLULU HI 96822 ASPEN CO 81612 HOLLAND AND HART HOOPER TROY HUBBARD MICHAEL P DAVIDSON J W ATTN 415 RIO GRANDE PL - #201 10503 SUNSET TERRACE PO BOX 8749 ASPEN CO 81611 CLIVE IA 50325 DENVER CO 80201 KESSLER SEPP H & JANE LAMB DON Q JR LESSING GREGORY J 600 E MAIN ST #210 GILKERSON LINDAUNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO 5640 ELLIS 17740 E HINSDALE AVE ASPEN CO 81611 AVE FOXFIELD CO 80016 CHICAGO IL 60637 MAESTRANZI BART MANN KATHLEEN A 99% MARCHETTI FAMILY LLC 1736 PARK RIDGE POINTE PO BOX 2057 1526 FOREST DR PARK RIDGE IL 60068 ASPEN CO 81612 GLENVIEW IL 60025 MCCUTCHIN GENE P MCGAFFEY FAMILY & CO NO C MILL STREET DEVELOPMENT INC C/O JERE D MCGAFFEY 14833 MIDWAY RD PO BOX 8904 ADDISON TX 75001 777 E WISCONSIN AVE STE 3600 ASPEN CO 81612 MILWAUKEE WI 53202 • MEMORANDUM TO: Mayor and City Council THRU: Julie Ann Woods, Community Development Director FROM: James Lindt, Planner 1:�� 0 \/1 k tp RE: Rio Grande Specially Planned Area Amendment, Pitkin County Jail Parking Expansion —1S` Reading of Ordinance No. 2(2, Series of 2002 DATE: July 22, 2002 . - 6 i-41 SUMMARY: The proposal is to construct four parking spaces to be accessed off of E. Bleeker Street on the parcel directly north of the Pitkin County Jail. Additional landscaping is proposed to screen the parkine spaces. APPLICANT: Pitkin County REPRESENTATIVE: Stan Clauson, Stan Clauson Associates, LLC LOCATION: Lot 5, Rio Grande Subdivision/SPA ZONING: Public, Specially Planned Area Overlay LOT SIZE: 5,186 Square Feet LOT AREA: 2,881 Square Feet (Excludes 2,305 square feet of Right -of -Way for Bike Path.) BACKGROUND: Pitkin County, ("Applicant"), represented by Stan Clauson, is proposing to create four parking spaces, plant additional trees and shrubs, and add a new curb cut for delivery service on Lot 5, of the Rio Grande Subdivision/SPA, that is located directly to the north of the existing Pitkin County Jail. Additionally, the Applicant is proposing to construct a new door 1 in the north wall of the Jail to easily access the proposed parking spaces. The proposed entrance to the Jail is primarily for use by maintenance workers that have moved their facilities into the basement area of the Jail. Deliveries will also utilize the proposed entrance. Vehicular access to the new parking area is proposed off of East Bleeker Street. REVIEW PROCEDURE: Final Specially Planned Area (SPA) Review: This two step process requires approval of a development plan by the Planning and Zoning Commission and the City Council, with public hearings occurring at both. The Planning and Zoning Commission shall recommend approval, approval with conditions, or disapproval to the City Council. The Rio Grande master plan was developed as a conceptual SPA Plan. Following its adoption, new development or significant alterations must be consistent with this conceptual SPA plan and be reviewed pursuant to the final SPA development review process. STAFF COMMENTS: The Applicant is requesting approval of an amendment to the Rio Grande Specially Planned Area to construct four parking spaces for the use of the Pitkin County Jail on Lot 5, of the Rio Grande Subdivision. City Council and the Planning and Zoning Commission adopted the Rio Grande Master Plan in 1993 that includes Lot 5, of the Rio Grande Subdivision. Ordinance No. 10, Series of 1993 that subdivided the Rio Grande Property, indicates that Lot 5 is to be used for the future expansion of the Pitkin County Jail. Staff believes that the proposal to construct four parking spaces on the subject parcel is in keeping with the aforementioned vision set forth for the site in the original subdivision ordinance. Additionally, Staff does not feel that the proposal is in conflict with the Civic Center Master Plan that is currently being formulated for the Civic Center Area. The Civic Center Master Plan is currently envisioning the future development of community facilities on the subject parcel. Staff does not believe that the proposal for parking spaces will prohibit future development of community facilities on the site. The subject parcel is also included in the area that has been delineated as part of the Obermeyer COWOP Application that is currently in the design stages. Staff does not believe that the design of the Obermeyer COWOP project will necessarily conflict with the proposed addition of parking spaces north of the Pitkin County Jail. The Obermeyer COWOP Task Force has initially envisioned that East Bleeker Street would be relocated adjacent to the subject parcel and that the current Rio Grande Place Right -of -Way may be vacated. Additionally, the Obermeyer COWOP Task Force has conceptually envisioned that Lot 5 of the Rio Grande Subdivision may be subject to changes in it's configuration as a result of relocating the surrounding right-of-way. As a result of the COWOP Application, Staff believes that there may be a need for minor changes to the proposed parking site plan on Lot 5, if and when the Obermeyer COWOP plans are finalized. Therefore, Staff has proposed a condition of approval that would allow the Community Development Director to approve minor amendments to the site -specific development plan on Lot 5. Staff does not feel that the current proposal to develop parking spaces will hamper future development plans on the site or within the surrounding area. 2 According to Senior Long Range Planner, Chris Bendon, the Obermeyer COWOP design is scheduled to be reviewed for approval by City Council in late August. Incidentally, this proposed SPA amendment that affects Lot 5 would also be scheduled for final review by City Council in late August. Therefore, because of the concurrent reviews, the Applicant should be able to make any required minor amendments to their site plan based on the Obermeyer COWOP Plan prior to commencing construction of the parking spaces. The future vision for the subject parcel established in the Rio Grande Master Plan is to accommodate the development of a community facility (jail expansion). Staff believes that the current proposal will not prohibit the aforementioned vision from occurring in the future. The Pitkin County Jail has no immediate plans or need to expand at this time. Therefore, Staff believes that the subject parcel can be used in the short term for the proposed parking spaces that will serve the existing community facilities. Staff feels that proposed application meets the SPA review standards and recommends that City Council approve the proposed ordinance. PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION CONCERNS: The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended by a vote of four to one that City Council approve the proposed SPA Amendment with the conditions set forth in the proposed ordinance. However, the Planning and Zoning Commission did express concerns that any amendment requested to the parking site plan to be approved by the Community Development Director must be consistent with the site plan presented to them in regards to the proposed landscaping. Staff believes that the Commission's concerns are addressed in the review standards for an insubstantial SPA amendment. To approve an insubstantial amendment to an SPA development plan, the Community Development Director must find that the proposal does not change the use or the character of the development. Therefore, any amendment to the existing parking site plan would have to show similar landscape screening to the current proposal. PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION: The Planning and Zoning Commission recommends that City Council approve the proposed amendment to the Rio Grande Specially Planned Area to install four parking spaces, landscaping, and a new curb cut off of East Bleeker Street on Lot 5, of the Rio Grande Subdivision with the conditions set forth in the proposed ordinance. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that City Council approve, with conditions, the proposed amendment to the Rio Grande Specially Planned Area to install four parking spaces, landscaping, and a new curb cut off of East Bleeker Street on Lot 5, of the Rio Grande Subdivision. RECOMMENDED MOTION: "I move to approve Ordinance No.1, Series of 2002, approving with conditions, the proposed amendment to the Rio Grande Specially Planned Area to allow for the development of four parking spaces on Lot 5, of the Rio Grande Subdivision/SPA." 3 • ATTACHMENTS: Exhibit A -- Review Criteria and Staff Findings Exhibit B -- Development Application Exhibit C -- Referral Comments Exhibit D -- Planning and Zoning Commission Resolution No. 23, Series of 2002 C:Viome\nickl\Active Cases\Rio Grand SPA Skateboard Park Amendment\Rio Grande SPA Amendment.doc 4 • • ORDINANCE NO. (SERIES OF 2002) AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ASPEN, COLORADO, APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE RIO GRANDE SPECIALLY PLANNED AREA TO INSTALL FOUR PARKING SPACES, LANDSCAPING, AND A NEW CURB CUT OFF OF EAST BLEEKER STREET ON LOT 5, RIO GRANDE SUBDIVISION/SPA, CITY OF ASPEN, PITKIN COUNTY, COLORADO. Parcel No. 2737-073-06-855 WHEREAS, the Community Development Department received an application from Pitkin County for an amendment to the Rio Grande Specially Planned Area to install four parking spaces, landscaping, and a new curb cut off of East Bleeker Street on Lot 5, Rio Grande Subdivision/SPA; and, WHEREAS, City Council Resolution No. 42, Series of 1993 approved the Rio Grande Master Plan; and, WHEREAS, pursuant to the Rio Grande Master Plan and applicable provisions of the Municipal Code, development review for site specific projects for the Rio Grande parcels shall be reviewed through the Specially Planned Area development review; and, WHEREAS, City Council Ordinance No. 10, Series of 1993 granting the Subdivision of the Rio Grande Property, indicated that Lot 5, Rio Grande Subdivision is intended for the future expansion of the Pitkin County Jail; and, WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 26.440 of the Land Use Code, City Council may approve a Specially Planned Area Review during a duly noticed public hearing after considering a recommendation from the Planning and Zoning Commission made at a duly noticed public hearing, comments from the general public, a recommendation from the Community Development Director, and recommendations from relevant referral agencies; and, WHEREAS, during a duly noticed public hearing on July 2, 2002, the Planning and Zoning Commission recommended, by a four to one (4-1) vote, approval of an amendment to the Rio Grande Specially Planned Area to install four parking spaces and a new curb cut to access the parking spaces off of East Bleeker Street, with the conditions contained herein; and, WHEREAS, the Community Development Department reviewed the Project and recommended approval with conditions; and, WHEREAS, the Aspen City Council 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 Planning and Zoning Commission, the Community Development Director, the applicable referral agencies, and has taken and considered public comment at a public hearing; and, WHEREAS, the City Council 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 City Council finds that this Ordinance furthers and is necessary for the promotion of public health, safety, and welfare. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ASPEN, COLORADO, THAT: Section 1 An amendment to the Rio Grande Specially Planned Area to install four parking spaces, landscaping, and a new curb cut off of East Bleeker Street, is approved with the following conditions: 1. The Applicant shall submit a detailed drainage plan to the Community Development Engineer for approval prior to commencing construction. 2. The Community Development Director may approve minor site plan amendments that are required to accommodate changes in the existing vehicular access and lot configuration that may come about as a result of the Obermeyer COWOP Application. 3. The Applicant shall erect a construction fence between the trail and the area of excavation during construction. The Applicant shall also erect warning signs along the trail at both ends of the project during construction. 4. All finished landscaping shall be placed no closer to the trail than 2 feet for user safety. 5. The Applicant shall submit the ingredients of the proposed landscaping seed mixes to the Parks Department for approval prior to planting. 6. A detailed irrigation plan shall be provided to the Parks Department for approval prior to commencing construction. 7. The Applicant shall not plant any landscaping that covers up the building mounted fire hydrant connection. 8. The depth cover for the fire hydrant line shall not be reduced by more than one foot as a result of the grading at the entrance to the parking area. 9. Snow storage shall be on -site and not within the public right-of-way or the pedestrianibike trail. 0 • Section 2• 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 3• This Ordinance shall not effect 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 4• If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion of this Ordinance 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. Section 5: A duly noticed public hearing on this Ordinance was held on the 26th day of August, 20002 at 5:00 in the City Council Chambers, Aspen City Hall, Aspen, Colorado. INTRODUCED, READ AND ORDERED PUBLISHED as provided by law, by the City Council of the City of Aspen on the 22"d day of July, 2002. Helen Kalin Klanderud, Mayor Attest: Kathryn S. Koch, City Clerk 0 • FINALLY, adopted, passed and approved this 26 day of August, 2002. Helen Kalin Klanderud, Mayor Attest: Kathryn S. Koch, City Clerk Approved as to form: John P. Worcester, City Attorney 0 0 REVIEW CRITERIA & STAFF FINDINGS EXHIBIT A Rio GRANDE SPA AMENDMENT 26.440.050. Review standards for development in a Specially Planned Area (SPA). In the review of a development application for a conceptual development plan and a final development plan, the Planning and Zoning Commission and City Council shall consider the following: 1. Whether the proposed development is compatible with or enhances the mix of development in the immediate vicinity of the parcel in terms of land use, density,, height, bulk, architecture, landscaping and open space. Staff Finding Staff believes that the proposed landscaping enhances the aesthetics of the area. Additionally, the proposed use of the parcel is compatible with and enhances the land uses in the immediate vicinity. The current mix of uses in the immediate area include governmental facilities, parking garage facilities, and service oriented businesses. The governmental facilities, including the Pitkin County Jail, are in demand of additional parking in close proximity to the existing facilities. Staff feels that the proposal will help alleviate some of the existing parking issues that are present in the parking lot behind the Courthouse and Plaza 1 building. Staff also believes that proposed development is consistent with the Rio Grande Master Plan and conceptual review approval. Ordinance No. 10, Series of 1993 indicated that the subject parcel was earmarked for the future expansion of the Pitkin County Jail. Currently, the County has no immediate plans to expand the jail. Instead, immediate parking concerns exist that this proposal would help alleviate. Staff finds this criterion to be met. 2. Whether sufficient public facilities and roads exist to service the proposed development. Staff Finding The Applicant is proposing a new curb cut to access the proposed parking area off of East Bleeker Street. Currently, sufficient roads do exist to access the proposed parking facility. However, the future development plans of the Obermeyer COWOP Application may change the configuration of both the East Bleeker Street and Rio Grande Place right-of-ways. However, Staff believes that a means of vehicular access to the proposed parking facility will be maintained through the Obermeyer COWOP Review. Staff has proposed a condition of approval that allows the Community Development Director to approve minor amendments to the site plan that may be required as a result of the Obermeyer COWOP Application. Staff believes that because the Obermeyer COWOP and the proposal on Lot 5 are both expected to be reviewed for approval by City Council in late August, that the Applicant will have time to make minor amendments to the parking site plan that respect the Obermeyer COWOP design, prior to commencing construction of the parking spaces. Staff finds this criterion to be met. 5 r� u 3. Whether the parcel proposed for development is generally suitable for development, considering the slope, ground instability and the possibility of mud flow, rockfalls, avalanche dangers and flood hazards. Staff Finding The parcel generally slopes at a grade of 11 % towards Rio Grande Park. However, a bench area exists to sufficiently provide a level area for the proposed parking and entrance off of East Bleeker Street. New curb pans are to be installed as part of the proposal to accommodate drainage. Staff has proposed a condition of approval that requires the Applicant to submit a detailed drainage plan for approval prior to construction to insure that the proposal will not increase the off -site drainage flows. There are no mud flow, rock fall, or avalanche dangers in the area. Staff finds this criterion to be met. 4. Whether the proposed development creatively employs land planning techniques to preserve significant view planes, avoid adverse environmental impacts and provide open space, trails and similar amenities for the users of the project and the public at large. Staff Finding The Applicant is proposing landscaping and site contouring to screen the proposed parking area from Rio Grande Place and the adjacent bike path that runs along the western edge of the property. There are no designated view planes that will be effected by the proposal. The site is intended for expansion of the Jail and is not intended to provide open space, trails, or other public amenities. The Applicant's proposal respects the existing trail easement on the western portion of the property. Staff has proposed a condition of approval that requires the Applicant not to landscape within two (2) feet of the existing trail for the purposes of trail user safety. Staff finds this criterion to be met. 5. Whether the proposed development is in compliance with the Aspen Area Comprehensive Plan. Staff Finding The Aspen Area Community Plan's future land use map envisions the subject parcel to be used for the development of Community Facilities. The proposed development of parking spaces on the site for the use of the surrounding community facilities will not prevent the future expansion of the Pitkin County Jail on the site when it is needed. Staff feels as if the proposal is in keeping with the land use vision of the property. The proposal does not interfere with the bike path that is adjacent to the property to the west. By not interfering with the bike path access, the proposal does not conflict with the Parks, Open Space, and Environment goal of improving access to parks and recreational facilities. Additionally, the landscaping being proposed on the site will enhance the natural environment surrounding the existing bike path; which is in keeping with the intent statement of the Parks, Open Space, and Environment Section of the AACP to "Preserve, enhance and restore the natural beauty of the environment of the Aspen area". Staff finds this criterion to be met. C� 6. Whether the proposed development will require the expenditure of excessive public funds to provide public facilities for the parcel, or the surrounding neighborhood. Staff Finding Staff does not believe the proposed development will require the expenditure of excessive public funds to provide public facilities for the parcel, or the surrounding neighborhood. The proposal represents a budgeted expenditure by the County and will not require excessive public expenditures. Staff finds this criterion to be met. 7. Whether proposed development on slopes in excess of twenty (20) percent meet the slope reduction and density requirements of Section 26.445.040(B)(2). Staff Finding There are no slopes on the subject parcel that are in excess of 20%. Staff finds that this criterion is not applicable. 8. Whether there are sufficient GMQS allotments for the proposed development. Staff Finding No GMQS allotments are required for the proposal. Staff finds that this criterion is not applicable. 7 0 • ATTACHMENT 7 AFFIDAVIT OF PUBLIC NOTICE REQUIRED BY SECTION 26.304.060 (E), ASPEN LAND USE CODE ADDRESS OF PROPERTY: �C� 6G�Vtk -Aspen, CO SCHEDULED PUBLIC HEARING DATE: Z/7 10Z , 200_ STATE OF COLORADO ) SS. County of Pitkin ) I, CA UTA Q0 (name, please print) being or representing an Applicanto the City of Aspen, Colorado, hereby personally certify that I have complied with the public notice requirements of Section 26.304.060 (E) of the Aspen Land Use Code in the following manner: Publication of notice: By the publication in the legal notice section of an official paper or a paper of general circulation in the City of Aspen at least fifteen (15) days prior to the public hearing. A copy of the publication is attached hereto. Posting of notice: By posting of notice, which form was obtained from -the Community Development Department, which was made of suitable, waterproof materials, which was not less than twenty-two (22) inches wide and twenty-six (26) inches high, and which was composed of letters not less than one inch in height. Said notice was posted at least fifteen (15) days prior to the public hearing and was continuously visible from the _ day of , 200_, to and including the date and time of the public hearing. A photograph of the posted notice (sign) is attached hereto.. Nlailing of notice. By the mailing of a notice obtained from the Community Development Department, which contains the information described in Section 26.304.060(E)(2) of the Aspen Land Use Code. At least fifteen (15) days prior to the public hearing, notice was hand delivered or mailed by first class postage prepaid U.S. mail to any federal agency, state, county, municipal government, school, service district or other governmental or quasi -governmental agency that owns property within three hundred (300) feet of the property subject to the development application. The names and addresses of property owners shall be those on the current tax records of Pitkin County as they appeared no more than sixty (60) days prior to the date of the public hearing. A copy of the owners and governmental agencies so noticed is attached hereto. (continued on next page) • 0 Rezoning or text amendment. Whenever the official zoning district map is in any way to be changed or amended incidental to or as part of a general revision of this Title, or whenever the text of this Title is to be amended, whether such revision be made by repeal of this Title and enactment of a new land use regulation, or otherwise, the requirement of an accurate survey map or other sufficient legal description of, and the notice to and listing of names and addresses of owners of real property in the area of the proposed change shall be waived. However, the proposed zoning map has been available for public inspection in the planning agency during all business hours for fifteen (15) days prior to the public hearing on such amendments. nature The going "Affidavit of Notice" was ac ledged before me this) day of U� , 2000)L) by PUBLIC NOTICi RE: RIO GRANDE SPECIAL LY PLANNED AREA AMENDMENT FORA�.'A O:I OF PARKING AREA ON LOT 5, RIO GRAI.f(,,. SUBDMSION/SPA NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing will be held on Tuesday. July 2, 2002 at a meeting to begin at 4:30 p.m. before the Aspen Planning and Zoning Commission, Sister Cities Room, City Hall, Aspen, to consider an application submitted by Pitkin County requesting approval of an amendment to the Rio Grande Park Specially Planned Area for the addition of a parking area directly north of the Pitkin County Jail. Pitkin County is also requesting approval to install a new entryway on the north wall of the Jail. The property is legally described as Lot 5, of the Rio Grande Subdivision/SPA- For further information, contact James Lindt at the City of Aspen Comw4nity Development De- partment, 130 S. Galena St., Aspen, CO, (970) 920- 5095, Jamesl6cl.aspen.co.us. s/Jasmine Tygre, Chair Aspen Planning and Zoning Commission Published in The Aspen Times on June 15, 2002. (8875) WITNESS MY HAND AND OFFICIAL SEAL �M�y�commi ion expires Notary Public ATTACHMENTS: COPY OF THE PUBLICATION PHOTOGRAPH OF THE POSTED NOTICE (SIGN) puB f Z : SPp�Pr O OP - OF o0 LIST OF THE OWNERS AND GOVERNMENTAL AGENCIES NOTICED BYMAIL • • AFFIDAVIT OF PUBLIC NOTICE REQUIRED BY SECTION 26.304.060 (E), ASPEN LAND USE CODE ADDRESS OF PROPERTY: Lot 5 of the Rio Grande Subdivision SPA , Aspen, CO SCHEDULED PUBLIC HEARING DATE: 2 July , 2002 STATE OF COLORADO ) ) ss. County of Pitkin ) I, F. L. Stan Clauson (name, please print) being or representing an Applicant to the City of Aspen, Colorado, hereby personally certify that I have complied with the public notice requirements of Section 26.304.060 (E) of the Aspen Land Use Code in the following manner: X Publication of notice: By the publication in the legal notice section of an official paper or a paper of general circulation in the City of Aspen at least fifteen (15) days prior to the public hearing. A copy of the publication is attached hereto. X Posting of notice: By posting of notice, which form was obtained from the Community Development Department, which was made of suitable, waterproof materials, which was not less than twenty-two (22) inches wide and twenty-six (26) inches high, and which was composed of letters not less than one inch in height. Said notice was posted at least fifteen (15) days prior to the public hearing and was continuously visible from the 17 day of June_, 2002, to and including the date and time of the public hearing. A photograph of the posted notice (sign) is attached hereto. X Mailing of notice. By the mailing of a notice obtained from the Community Development Department, which contains the information described in Section 26.304.060(E)(2) of the Aspen Land Use Code. At least fifteen (15) days prior to the public hearing, notice was hand delivered or mailed by first class postage prepaid U.S. mail to any federal agency, state, county, municipal government, school, service district or other governmental or quasi -governmental agency that owns property within three hundred (300) feet of the property subject to the development application. The names and addresses of property owners shall be those on the current tax records of Pitkin County as they appeared no more than sixty (60) days prior to the date of the public hearing. A copy of the owners and governmental agencies so noticed is attached hereto. (continued on next page) Rezoning or text amendment. Whenever the official zoning district map is in any way to be changed or amended incidental to or as part of a general revision A of this Title, or whenever the text of this Title is to be amended, whether such revision be made by repeal of this Title and enactment of a new land use regulation, or otherwise, the requirement of an accurate survey map or other sufficient legal description of, and the notice to and listing of names and addresses of owners of real property in the area of the proposed change shall be waived. However, the proposed zoning map has been available for public inspection in the planning agency during all business hours for fifteen (15) days prior to the public hearing on such amendments. � 4 C Signature The foregoing "Affidavit of Notice" was acknowledged before me this day Of , 2002, by �� t �'� ✓mac WITNESS MY HAND AND OFFICIAI. SEAL My commission expires: Il /21 / Z v N ary blic ATTACHMENTS: COPY OF THE PUBLICATION PHOTOGRAPH OF THE POSTED NOTICE (SIGN) LIST OF THE OWNERS AND GOVERNMENTAL AGENCIES NOTICED BY MAIL PUBLIC NOTICE RE: RIO GRANDE SPECIALLY PLANNED AREA AMENDMENT FOR ADDITION OF PARKING AREA ON LOT 5, RIO GRANDE SUBDIVISION/SPA NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing will be held on Tuesday, July 2, 2002 at a meeting to begin at 4:30 p.m. before the Aspen Planning and Zoning Commission, Sister Cities Room, City Hall, Aspen, to consider an application submitted by Pitkin County requesting approval of an amendment to the Rio Grande Park Specially Planned Area for the addition of a parking area directly north of the Pitkin County Jail. Pitkin County is also requesting approval to install a new entryway on the north wall of the Jail. The property is legally described as Lot 5, of the Rio Grande Subdivision/SPA. For further information, contact James Lindt at the City of Aspen Community Development Department, 130 S. Galena St., Aspen, CO, (970) 920-5095, iames1(&d.asiDen.co.us. s/Jasmine Tygre, Chair Aspen Planning and Zoning Commission Published in the Aspen Times on June 15, 2002 City of Aspen Account • 434 EAST MAIN LLC 314 S GALENA ST #200 ASPEN CO 81611-1818 BORCHERTS ROBERT H AND BORCHERTS HOLDE H 1555 WASHTENAW ANN ARBOR MI-48104 BULKELEY RICHARD C & JULIE J 801 JOY ST RED OAK IA 51566 COPPOCK RICHARD P PO BOX 44 DEXTER MI 48130 EVERHART-NELSON SYSTEMS ANALYSTS LTD 117 ATLANTIC AVE STE 215 ASPEN CO 81611 GALENA PLAZA LLC MEYER LOWELL C/O PO BOX 1247 ASPEN CO 81612 HOLLAND AND HART DAVIDSON J W ATTN PO BOX 8749 DENVER CO 80201 KESSLER SEPP H & JANE 600 E MAIN ST #210 ASPEN CO 81611 MAESTRANZI BART 1736 PARK RIDGE POINTE PARK RIDGE IL 60068 MCCUTCHIN GENE P 14833 MIDWAY RD ADDISON TX 75001 ARNOLD RICHARD S AND KATHRYN J 1405 OAK FOREST DR ORMOND BEACH FL 32174-3407 BROUGH STEVE B BROUGH DEBORAH A 599 TROUT LK DR SANGER CA 93657 BAILEY MARCIA UNGREN 3215 TARRY HOLLOW DR AUSTIN TX 78703 BULKELEY RICHARD C & JULIE J PO BOX 450 RED OAK IA 51566 CITY OF ASPEN COMMUNITY BANKS OF COLORADO 130 S GALENA ST 210 N MILL ST ASPEN CO 81611 ASPEN CO 81611 DORAN RALPH EMPHASYS SERVICES COMPANY 2600 WOODWARD WAY 4400 N AlA #1002 S ATLANTA GA 30305 HUTCHINSON ISLAND FL 34949 FICKE CLARK FOSTER MARTHA LEE LIVING TRUST 15 W ARRELLAGA ST #3 5000 COAKLEY BAY #N2 SANTA BARBARA CA 93101 CHRISTIANSTED VI 00820-4561 HEYS MARIE L TRUSTEE HICKS GILBERT W & PATSY K 2495 ADARE 3674 WOODLAWN TERRACE PL ANN ARBOR MI 48104 HONOLULU HI 96822 HOOPER TROY HUBBARD MICHAEL P 415 RIO GRANDE PL - #201 10503 SUNSET TERRACE ASPEN CO 81611 CLIVE IA 50325• LAMB DON Q JR LESSING GREGORY J GILKERSON LINDA 17740 E HINSDALE AVE UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO 5640 ELLIS FOXFIELD CO 80016 AVE CHICAGO IL 60637 MANN KATHLEEN A 99% MARCHETTI FAMILY LLC PO BOX 2057 1526 FOREST DR ASPEN CO 81612 GLENVIEW IL 60025 MCGAFFEY FAMILY & CO NO C MILL STREET DEVELOPMENT INC C/O JERE D MCGAFFEY PO BOX 8904 777 E WISCONSIN AVE STE 3600 ASPEN CO 81612 MILWAUKEE WI 53202 r MURPHY GEORGE W NEWLON LLC OBERMEYER COMMONS LLC PO BOX 4146 C/O DANFORTH 115 AABC ASPEN CO 81612 PO BOX 1863 ASPEN CO 81611 ASPEN CO 81612 OBERMEYER PLACE EAST LLC PITKIN COUNTY PITKIN COUNTY CAPTIAL LEASING CORP 115 AABC 530 E MAIN ST STE 302 A COLORADO CORP ASPEN CO 81611 ASPEN CO 81611 530 E MAIN STASPEN CO 81611 R&R COMPANY 81.5662% RKJR PROPERTIES LTD RYERSON PHOEBE MASSEY _ 653 26 1/2 RD C/O ROY J MONK ESQ - ONE GALLERIA C/O LOREN RYERSON GRAND JUNCTION CO 81506 TWR 501 WILLIAMS WAY STE# 1880- 13355 NOEL RD- L B 8 ASPEN CO 81611 DALLAS TX 75240-6653 SHERMAN CAPITAL COMPANY SMITH GAILEN B SMITH JAMES F & N LINDSAY 5840 E JOSHUA TREE LN . 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Pitkin County Planning TO: DRC Representatives FROM: James Lindt, Planner Community Development Department 130 S. Galena St.; Aspen. CO 81 G 1 1 Phone-920.5095 Fax-920.5439 RE: Pitkin County Jail SPA Amendment for Parking Area DATE: DRC on May 29, 2002 COMMENTS: Please find attached an application for an SPA Amendment for the Pitkin County Jail to add a parking area to the north of the Jail. The DRC on this application will be held on Wednesday, May 29, 2002. The public hearing is scheduled in front of the Planning and Zoning Commission on July 2nd. DRC Review: Parks Dept - Brian Flynn Property: Pitkin County Jail SPA Amendment for Parking Area City Parks Department Recommendations: 1. A construction fence will be required and placed between the trail and the area of excavation. Additionally, warning or caution construction sign shall be placed along the trail at both ends of the project. (see map) 2. All finished landscaping (trees, shrubs, rocks, etc...) shall be placed no closer to the trail then 2ft. This 2ft minimum clearance is standard for trail user safety. 3. An irrigation plan shall be provided detailing the lay out (location) of the irrigation and who will maintain it. 4. Please provide parks with the proposed seed mixes. Parks would like to see the proposed ingredients of both seed mix. 10 vl IT S �. l�/el �'� LJ._I-'-- i� rl APPLICATION Pitkin County Jail Remodel Access Drive and Parking Area SPA Amendment 16 May 2002 Applicant: Jodi Smith, County Project Manager Pitkin County Government 76 Service Center Road Aspen, CO 81611 Location: 506 E. Main Street Aspen, Colorado 81611 Zone District: Public w/ SPA Overlay An application for SPA Amendment to provide for a new service entry at the rear of the Pitkin County Jail, and create a landscaped 4-space parking area with access from East Bleeker Street Represented by: Stan Clauson Associates, LLC 200 E. Main Street Aspen, CO 81611 970-925-2323 • • STAN CLAUSON ASSOCIATES, LLC 16 May 2002 Planning • Urban Design Transportation Studies Project Management 200 EAST MAIN STREET ASPEN, COLORADO 81611 TELEPHONE: 970.925.2323 Ms. Joyce Ohlson, Deputy Director FAx: 970.920.1628 City of Aspen E-MAIL: clausonQscaplanning.com WEB: www.scaplanning.com Community Development Department 130 S. Galena Street Aspen, Colorado 81611 Re: SPA Amendment for the Rio Grande SPA and Subdivision Dear Joyce: On behalf of Jodi Smith, County Project Manager for the Pitkin County Government, I am submitting this application requesting that the City of Aspen conduct the necessary reviews to provide for an SPA Amendment for the Rio Grande SPA and Subdivision, more specifically the Pitkin County Jail, located at 506 East Main Street in Aspen. The purpose of the amendment is to provide for parking and a new service entry to the rear of the building, on the Rio Grande Place frontage. This subject property is presently vacant and the intent for this parcel is to develop it as a four spot parking area with an entrance on Bleeker Street, and a new service entry into the Jail. The proposed parking area will be paved and fully landscaped, as shown in Attachment 9 of our submittal. On 25 February 2002, Jodi Smith met with you for a pre -application conference. This application and the site plan have been developed in response to this meeting and to the application requirements, as outlined in the Pre -application Conference summary, dated 25 February. We look forward to an opportunity to present our application in the hearing process, and remain ready to answer any questions that you or the review boards may have regarding the application. Very truly yours, Stan Clauson, AICP, ASLA STAN CLAUSON ASSOCIATES, LLC PLANNING AND DESIGN SOLUTIONS FOR COMMUNITIES AND PRIVATE SECTOR CLIENTS 0 City of Aspen Community Development Department 16 May 2002 Page 2 Attachments 1-9: 1. Land Use Application Form 2. Applicant's name and address, and letter of authorization for representation 3. Standards Report 4. Vicinity Map 5. Disclosure of Ownership 6. Quit Claim Deed 7. Pre -application Conference Summary, dated 25 February 2002 8. Access and Parking Site Plan 9. Landscape Plan, with planting and grading shown 10. Rio Grande Subdivision Plat Enclosures: 1. 2 copies of application, 2 full size copies of drawings in Items 8, 9, and 10. 2. Signed fee agreement 3. Deposit for review of the application in the amount of $2,405 for Planning and $345 for Referral Agencies. A total of $2,750 Cc: Jodi Smith PROJECT: • LAND USE APPLICATION 0 APPLICANT: Name: Rio Grande Specially Planned Area (SPA) and Subdivision Location: 506 W. Main Street; Lot 5 Rio Grande Subdivision- SW 1/4 of Section 7, Township 10 South, Range 84 West of the 6"' Principal Meridian, City of Aspen, Colorado; (Indicate street address, lot & block number, legal description where appropriate) Name: Pitkin County Government, Jodi Smith, County Project Manager Address: 76 Service Center Road, Aspen, Co 81611 Phone #: 970 920-5396 REPRESENTATNE: Name: Stan Clauson Associates, LLC Address: 200 E. Main Street, Aspen, CO 81611 Phone #: 970 925-2323 1 YPE OF APPLICATION: (please check all that apply): ❑ Conditional Use ❑ Conceptual PUD ❑ Conceptual Historic Devt. ❑ Special Review ❑ Final PUD (& PUD Amendment) ❑ Final Historic Development ❑ Design Review Appeal ❑ Conceptual SPA ❑ Minor Historic Devt. ❑ GMQS Allotment ® Final SPA (& SPA Amendment) ❑ Historic Demolition ❑ GMQS Exemption ❑ Subdivision ❑ Historic Designation ❑ ESA - 8040 Greenline, Stream ❑ Subdivision Exemption (includes ❑ Small Lodge Conversion/ Margin, Hallam Lake Bluff, condominiumization) Expansion Mountain View Plane ❑ Lot Split ❑ Temporary Use ❑ Other: ❑ Lot Line Adjustment ❑ Text/Map Amendment EXISTING CONDMONS: (description of existing buildings, uses, previous approvals, etc.) Currently a vacant lot behind the Pitkin County Jail, intended for Jail expansion; see Rio Grande Subdivision Ordinance 10, Series of 1993 PROPOSAL: (description of proposed buildings, uses, modifications, etc. SPA Amendment to make a change to the building to include a service entry, and to create a landscaped 4-space parking area and driveway curb cut from East Bleeker Street. Have you attached the following? FEES DUE: S 2,750.00 ® Pre -Application Conference Summary ® Attachment #1, Signed Fee Agreement ® Response to Attachment 42, Dimensional Requirements Form ® Response to Attachment #3, Minimum Submission Contents ® Response to Attachment #4, Specific Submission Contents 17 Response to Attachment 95. Review Standards for Your Application ATTACHMENT 2 DIMENSIONAL REQUIREMENTS FORM Project: Pitkin County Jail Access Drive and Parking Area Applicant: Pitkin County Government Location: 506 E. Main Street Zone District: Public, with SPA Overlay Lot Size: 5,186.5 +/- Lot Area: 2,881.5 +/- (excludes ROW for bike path and trolley alignment) (for the purposes of calculating Floor Area, Lot Area may be reduced for areas within ' the high water mark, easements, and steep slopes. Please refer to the definition of Lot Area in the Municipal Code.) f, Commercial net leasable: Existing: n/a_Proposed: n/a Number of residential units: Existing: n/aProposed: n/a Number of bedrooms: Existing: n/a Proposed: n/a Proposed % of demolition (Historic properties only): n/a DIMENSIONS:** f Floor Area: Existing: Allowable: Proposed: Principal bldg. height: Existing: Allowable: Proposed: Access. bldg. height: Existing: Allowable: Proposed - On -Site parking: Existing: -0- Required: -0- Proposed: 4 % Site coverage: Existing: Required- Proposed: % Open Space: Existing: Required: Proposed. Front Setback: Existing: Required: Proposed: Rear Setback: Existing: Required: Proposed: Combined F/R: Existing: Required- Proposed: Side Setback: Existing: Required: Proposed.• Side Setback: Existing: Required: Proposed: Combined Sides: Existing: Required: Proposed: **The dimensional requirements which shall apply to all permitted and conditional uses in the Public (PUB) zone district shall be set by the adoption of a conceptual development plan and final development plan, pursuant to Chapter 26.445, Planned l Unit Development. No such dimensional requirements have been adopted for the f subject site. Existing non -conformities or encroachments: -No non -conformities or encroachments are present on the site. Variations requested: _None re uested. Pitkifl County- Couhr� MaIlaaer 530 E. Main Street Aspen, Colorado 8161 1 (970) 920-5200 fax (970) 920-5198 May 8, 2002 Joyce Allgaier Ohlson,- Deputy City Director City of Aspen Community Development 130 S. Galena Street Aspen, Colorado 81611 To Whom It May, Concern: The County intends to .apply for a SPA Amendment for the Rio Grande Specially Planned Area (SPA) and Subdivision Project. The application will be to complete an SPA Amendment to make a change to the building to include a new door (delivery service) and changes to create a' four (4) space parking area and new driveway curb cut from Bleeker Street, 'including changes to the landscaping. Stan Clausen Associates, LLC, 200 E. Main Street, Aspen, Colorado 81611 (970) 925-2323, is authorized -to act on behalf of the County during this process. / Sincerely HilarytFlh-Smith County Manager (970) 920-5200 jls Administration County Commissioners County Attorney Finance and Use Tax Suite 301 • Suite 301 _ Suite 302 Suite 201 (970) 920-5200 (970) 920-5150 (970) 920-5190 (970) 920-5220 J fax 920-5198 fax 920-5230 a Attachment 3 Land Use Code Standards Report Previous Approvals Ordinance 10, Series of 1993 granted subdivision for the Rio Grande property located between the Roaring Fork River, the Pitkin County Courthouse, and the alley in Block 86. This ordinance accomplishes several actions relating to this property, including conveying the property north of the Pitkin County Jail to Pitkin County "for future expansion of the Jail." Section 1 of the Ordinance contains four conditions. The condition applicable to this application is as follows: 3. Any future development of the newly created parcels shall be reviewed and approved by the [Aspen Planning and Zoning] Commission and [City] Council. This application is submitted in accordance with that condition. Responses to the City of Aspen Land Use Code Offered below are responses to relevant review standards as identified in the City Of Aspen Land Use Code: 1. Responses to Section 26.440.050 Review standards for development in a Specially Planned Area (SPA). A. General. In the review of a development application for a conceptual development plan and a final development plan, the Planning and Zoning Commission shall consider the following: 1. Whether the proposed development is compatible with or enhances the mix of development in the immediate vicinity of the parcel in terms of land use, density, height, bulk, architecture, landscaping and open space. i Response: The subject area is currently not landscaped and located in a neighborhood with a variety of uses, including areas providing off-street parking. The proposed parking area, with its new landscaping, will enhance the Rio Grande favade of the .jail building and provide a more finished look to the site. No structures are included in this proposal. The service entry to the jail will be cut into the Rio Grande fagade and be consistent in architectural detail with other similar entrances to the facility. Introducing additional landscaping and contouring will complement and screen the proposed service entrance. The subject area was deeded to the Countyfor the purpose of future jail expansion, and this use is consistent with that intention. The parkingfacility will also serve to alleviate current parking issues in the lot behind the Courthouse and Plaza 1 building, and facilitate deliveries to the area. • • Land Use Code Standards Report Page 2 Frost Property Rezoning, Alley Vacation, and Access 2. Whether sufficient public facilities and roads exist to serve the proposed development. Response: The four -car parking area will have its entry on East Bleeker Street, at a short distance from the intersection with Rio Grande Place. At the point of access, East Bleeker Street has sufficient width and capacity to provide for the access. East of the proposed driveway and existing entrance to the Jail and Courthouse/Plaza I parking lot, East Bleeker Street is a sub -standard roadway. It is not intended that this sub -standard portion of East Bleeker Street would be used to access the proposed parking area and service entrance. All entry to the proposed area would come from Rio Grande Place, which is of sufficient width and capacity to provide access. The parking lot and service entrance will not increase traffic or parking needs. It will simply provide for a functional reorganization of existing levels of use for the jail facility. 3. Whether the parcel proposed for development is generally suitable for development, considering the slope, ground instability and the possibility of mud flow, rock falls, avalanche dangers and flood hazards. Response: The parcel generally slopes a grade of approximately 11 % toward Rio Grande Place, but there is a sufficiently level area to provide for parking and the service entrance. There are no known geologic hazards relating to the site. New curb pans to be installed as part of this proposal will enhance drainage flows in the area. 4. Whether the proposed development creatively employs land planning techniques to preserve significant view planes, avoid adverse environmental impacts and provide open space, trails and similar amenities for the users of the project and the public at large. Response: Landscaping and site contouring have been employed to screen the parking area and service entrance from Rio Grande Place and the adjacent bike path to the Rio Grande Trail from Galena Street. View planes are not affected by the proposed development. The site, itself, is not suitable or intended to provide open space, trails, or other public amenities. Considerable open space is available at Rio Grande Parr across the street and trail facilities are already in place. 5. Whether the proposed development is in compliance with the Aspen Area Community Plan. Response: The Aspen Area Community Plan Map B: Future Land Use Composite shows the subject site as "Community Facility, " a use consistent with this proposal. Action Plan Item 9 calls for a study of a relocatedfire ire station to an area adjacent to the subject site. No aspect of this proposal would preclude or be disadvantageous to such a possible Land Use Code Standards Report Page 3 Frost Property Rezoning, Alley Vacation, and Access relocation of the fire station. The Section on Parks. Open Space. & the Environment identified the intent to "Preserve, enhance and restore the natural beauty of the environment of the Aspen area. " The additional landscaping will ensure compatibility of l the proposed facility as it may be seen from Rio Grande Park Otherwise, the AACP is silent with respect to the subject site. 6. Whether the proposed development will require the expenditure of excessive public funds to provide public facilities for the parcel, or the surrounding neighborhood. Response: The proposed development represents a budgeted expenditure ofpublic funds for its development. It will not require any additional expenditures of public funds to provide for its development or the surrounding neighborhood. 7. Whether the proposed development on slopes in excess of twenty (20) percent meet the slope reduction and density requirements of [the Land Use Code]. Response: This section does not apply to the proposed development. Moreover, no slopes in excess of 20% are involved in the proposed development. 8. Whether there are sufficient GMQS allotments for the proposed development. Response: GMQS allotments are not required for the proposed development. B. Variations Permitted The final development plan shall comply with the requirements of the underlying zone district; provided, however, that variations from those requirements may be allowed based on the standards of this Section. Response: No variations are required as part of this application. ATTACHMENT 4 0 o~ a� �U 4.1 o � H o 0 U o .sa c o }' M 00 00 a� Q, 0 C'j ++ M 3 0 0 o �a -t, a� w -a 0 0 U oto c �o 0 0 o3 cu c� o �. a I� o0 �3� 00 A 0 o U a0cc • dj J� / IL � % �iL- City Council Exhibit Approved r 19 _ By Ordinance ORDINANCE 10 SERIES OF 1993 AN ORDINANCE OF THE ASPEN CITY COUNCIL GRANTING SUBDIVISION FOR THE RIO GRANDE PROPERTY LOCATED BETWEEN THE ROARING FORK RIVER, AND THE PITKIN COUNTY COURTHOUSE AND THE ALLEY IN BLOCK 86, ASPEN, COLORADO. WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 2.4-7-1004 C.1., of the Aspen Municipal Code the applicant, the City of Aspen, has submitted an application for subdivision of the Rio Grande property; and WHEREAS, the City has deemed it necessary to subdivide the Rio Grande property in order to convey to Pitkin County the "library parcel" and the property north of Pitkin County Jail for future expansion of the Jail, to accept from Pitkin County property upon which the municipal parking facility has been constructed and the portion of land within the County Courthouse Subdivision upon which the Youth Center has been constructed; and WHEREAS, certain City -owned land area of the Rio Grande parcel is being used for parking by the tenants of the Bass/Obermeyer buildings and the City may wish to either exchange, sell or lease the property; and WHEREAS, a duly noticed public hearing was held by the Aspen Planning and Zoning Commission (hereinafter "Commission") on ' February 2, 1993, to consider the subdivision; and WHEREAS, the Commission having reviewed the application and considered the representations and commitments made by the applicant found that the subdivision complied with Section 24-7- 1004 and is not in conflict with any applicable portions of Chapter 24 or the draft Rio Grande SPA master plan; and WHEREAS, the Commission has recommended approval to the City Council of the subdivision for the Rio Grande property; and ' WHEREAS, the Aspen City Council, having considered the Planning and Zoning Commission's recommendations, does wish to grant subdivision with conditions. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ASPEN, COLORADO: Section 1: That it does hereby grant subdivision of the Rio Grande property, such subdivision to be called the Rio Grande Subdivision consisting of 10 lots and further identified by the draft plat attached hereto and incorporated herein as Exhibit Al, with the following conditions: 1. A subdivision agreement and plat consistent with the approval granted herein shall be reviewed and approved by the Engineering and Planning Departments. 2. A subdivision agreement and plat shall be filed with the Pitkin County Clerk and Recorder within 180 days of final approval. 3. Any future development of the newly created parcels shall be reviewed and approved by the Commission and Council. 4. Monumentation of the property shall be completed by Spring of 1993. Section 2: If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion of this Ordinance 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. Section 3: This Ordinance shall not effect 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 4: A public hearing on the Ordinance shall be held on the E. day of 1993 at 5:00 in the City Council Chambers, Aspen City Hall, Aspen Colorado, fifteen (15) days prior to which hearing a public notice of the same shall be published in a newspaper of general circulation within the City of Aspen. INTRODUCED, READ AND ORDERED PUBLISHED as provided by law, 4LZy Council of the City of Aspenon the a day of 1993. l� John Bennett, Mayor Atte t: (' Kathryn Koch, City Clerk FINALLY, adopted, passed and approved this �� day of 1993. �3 John B nnett, Mayor Att st: Kathryn Roch, City Clerk 11111f4fi3171 Page: 1 of I 01/25/2002 10:22A SILVIA DAVIS PITKIN COUNTY CO R 0.00 D 0.00 QUIT CLAIM DEED • THIS DEED, made this 10 �' day of d`lhC 1 , 2002 between the City of Aspen, Colorado, a home rule municipal corporation, whose legal address is 130 South Galena Street, Aspen, Colorado, 81611 Grantor, and the Board of County Commissioners of Pitkin County, Colorado, a body corporate and politic, whose legal address is 530 East Main Street, Third Floor, Aspen, Colorado 81611, County of Pitkin, Grantee. WITNESSETH that the Grantor, for and in consideration of the sum of TEN DOLLARS and NOI100 ($10.00) has remised, released, sold, conveyed and QUIT CLAIMED, and by these presents does remise, release, sell, convey and QUIT CLAIM unto the Grantee, its heirs and. assignees forever, all the right, title interest, claim and demand which the Grantor has in and to the following described real estate situate, lying and being in the County of Pitkin, State of Colorado, to wit: Lots 5 of the Rio Grande Subdivision. A part of the Southwest one -quarter of Section 7, Township 10 South, Range 84 West of the Sixth Principal Meridian, City of Aspen, Colorado according the Plat thereof recorded in Plat book 32 at Page 83 in the Pitkin County Clerk and Recorder's Office, reserving however, that certain 25-foot trail and transit easement and that certain water service easement as shown on the Rio Grande Subdivision Plat for Lot 5 recorded in Plat Book 32 at Page 84. TO HAVE AND TO HOLD the same, together with all and singular the appurtenances and privileges thereunto belonging, or in anywise thereunto appertaining, and all the estate, right, title, equity, to the only proper use, benefit and behalf of the Grantee, its heirs and assigns forever. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, The said parties have executed this and on the date set forth above. I'ie e a ' derud, Mayor City of Aspen STATE OF COLORADO ) )ss COUNTY OF PITKIN ) The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this 10" day of jaA uL1 r V , 2002 by Helen Kalin Klanderud as Mayor City of Aspen. Wi Ir Q; �tnmissdr�xpit Z. 4 G�o�� ial seal Maq is 0 zp GAj N6tary Public youth cntr.doc 01/10/2002 CITY OF ASPEN PRE -APPLICATION CONFERENCE SUMMARY PLANNER: Joyce Allgaier Ohlson, 920.5062 DATE: 2.25.02 PROJECT: Rio Grande Specially Planned Area (SPA) and Subdivision REPRESENTATIVE: Jodi Smith OWNER: Pitkin County TYPE OF APPLICATION: SPA Amendment DESCRIPTION: SPA Amendment to make a change to the building to include a new door (delivery services) and changes to create a 4 space parking area and new driveway curb cut from Bleeker Street, including changes to the landscaping. Land Use Code Section(s) 26.440.090 Amendment of SPA development order.i Review by: Staff for complete application, referral agencies for technical considerations, Planning and pI Zoning Commission and City Council for Public Hearings. Public Hearing: Yes, before the Planning and Zoning Commission for adoption of a resolution and the City Council at second reading for adoption of an ordinance regarding the amendment. Referral Agencies: Engineering, Parks, Environmental Health, Fire District, all utility Planning Fees: Planning Deposit $2,405.00 Referral Fees: Engineering Fee $345.00 Total Deposit: $2750.00 To apply, submit the following information: 1. Total Deposit for review of application. 2. Applicant's name, address and telephone number, contained within a letter signed by the applicant stating the name, address, and telephone number of the representative authorized to act on behalf of the applicant. 3. Signed fee agreement. 4. Pre -application Conference Summary. 5. An 8 1/2" x 11" vicinity map locating the subject parcels within the City of Aspen. 6. A written description of the proposal and a written explanation of how a proposed development complies with the review standards relevant to the development application. 7. Application materials set forth in minimum submission requirements of attached land use application. s. Application materials set forth in specific submission contents of attached land use application. 2 Copies of the complete application packet (items 1-8) are to be submitted initially, then, once found to be complete a total of 26 application packets are required. Process: Apply. Planner checks application for completeness. Staff reviews application against SPA Amendment Standards. Application referred to referral agencies and discussed at Development Review Committee (DRC) for comments. Applicant to be in attendance at DRC meeting. Following DRC, the application is scheduled for public hearing before the Planning and Zoning Commission and then the City Council. A first and second reading of an ordinance are required before the City Council requiring a minimum of 2 meetings. Disclaimer: The foregoing summary is advisory in nature only and is not binding on the City. The summary is based on current zoning, which is subject to change in the future, and upon factual representations that may or may not be accurate. 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BACKGROUND: Pitkin County, ("Applicant"), represented by Stan Clauson, is proposing to create four parking spaces, plant additional trees and shrubs, and add a new curb cut for delivery service on Lot 5, of the Rio Grande Subdivision/SPA, that is located directly to the north of the existing Pitkin County Jail. Additionally, the Applicant is proposing to construct a new door 1 in the north wall of the Jail to easily access the proposed parking spaces. The proposed entrance to the Jail is primarily for use by maintenance workers that have moved their facilities into the basement area of the Jail. Deliveries will also utilize the proposed entrance. Vehicular access to the new parking area is proposed off of East Bleeker Street. REVIEW PROCEDURE: Final Specially Planned Area (SPA) Review: This two step process requires approval of a development plan by the Planning and Zoning Commission and the City Council, with public hearings occurring at both. The Planning and Zoning Commission shall recommend approval, approval with conditions, or disapproval to the City Council. The Rio Grande master plan was developed as a conceptual SPA Plan. Following its adoption, new development or significant alterations must be consistent with this conceptual SPA plan and be reviewed pursuant to the final SPA development review process. STAFF COMMENTS: The Applicant is requesting approval of an amendment to the Rio Grande Specially Planned Area to construct four parking spaces for the use of the Pitkin County Jail on Lot 5, of the Rio Grande Subdivision. City Council and the Planning and Zoning Commission adopted the Rio Grande Master Plan in 1993 that includes Lot 5, of the Rio Grande Subdivision. Ordinance No. 10, Series of 1993 that subdivided the Rio Grande Property, indicates that Lot 5 is to be used for the future expansion of the Pitkin County Jail. Staff believes that the proposal to construct four parking spaces on the subject parcel is in keeping with the aforementioned vision set forth for the site in the original subdivision ordinance. Additionally, Staff does not feel that the proposal is in conflict with the Civic Center Master Plan that is currently being formulated for the Civic Center Area. The Civic Center Master Plan is currently envisioning the future development of community facilities on the subject parcel. Staff does not believe that the proposal for parking spaces will prohibit future development of community facilities on the site. The subject parcel is also included in the area that has been delineated as part of the Obermeyer COWOP Application that is currently in the design stages. Staff does not believe that the design of the Obermeyer COWOP project will necessarily conflict with the proposed addition of parking spaces north of the Pitkin County Jail. The Obermeyer COWOP Task Force has initially envisioned that East Bleeker Street would be relocated adjacent to the subject parcel and that the current Rio Grande Place Right -of -Way may be vacated. Additionally, the Obermeyer COWOP Task Force has conceptually envisioned that Lot 5 of the Rio Grande Subdivision may be subject to changes in it's configuration as a result of relocating the surrounding right-of-way. As a result of the COWOP Application, Staff believes that there may be a need for minor changes to the proposed parking site plan on Lot 5, if and when the Obermeyer COWOP plans are finalized. Therefore, Staff has proposed a condition of approval that would allow the Community Development Director to approve minor amendments to the site -specific development plan on Lot 5. Staff does not feel that the current proposal to develop parking spaces will hamper future development plans on the site or within the surrounding area. K According to Senior Long Range Planner, Chris Bendon; the Obermeyer COWOP design is scheduled to be reviewed for approval by City Council in late August. Incidently, the proposed SPA amendment that would effect Lot 5 would also be scheduled for final review by City Council in late August. Therefore, because of the concurrent reviews, the Applicant should be able to make any required minor amendments to their site plan based on the Obermeyer COWOP Plan prior to commencing construction of the parking spaces. The future vision for the subject parcel established in the Rio Grande Master Plan is to accommodate the development of a community facility (jail expansion). Staff believes that the current proposal will not prohibit the aforementioned vision from occuring in the future. The Pitkin County Jail has no immediate plans or need to expand at this time. Therefore, Staff believes that the subject parcel can be used in the short term for the proposed parking spaces that will serve the existing community facilities. Staff feels that proposed application meets the SPA review standards and recommends that the Planning and Zoning Commission approve the proposed resolution. RECOMMENDATION: Staff is recommending approval of the amendment to the Rio Grande Specially Planned Area to install four parking spaces, landscaping, and a new curb cut off of East Bleeker Street on Lot 5, of the Rio Grande Subdivision with the following conditions: 1. The Applicant shall submit a detailed drainage plan to the Community Development Engineer for approval prior to commencing construction. 2. The Community Development Director may approve minor site plan amendments that are required to accommodate changes in the existing vehicular access and lot configuration that may come about as a result of the Obermeyer COWOP Application. 3. The Applicant shall erect a construction fence between the trail and the area of excavation during construction. The Applicant shall also erect warning signs along the trail at both ends of the project during construction. 4. All finished landscaping shall be placed no closer to the trail than 2 feet for user safety. 5. The Applicant shall submit the ingredients of the proposed landscaping seed mixes to the Parks Department for approval prior to planting. 6. A detailed irrigation plan shall be provided to the Parks Department for approval prior commencing construction. 7. The Applicant shall not plant any landscaping that covers up the building mounted fire hydrant connection. 3 8. The depth cover for the fire hydrant line shall not be reduced by more than one foot as a result of the of the grading at the entrance to the parking area. 9. Snow storage shall be on -site and not within the public right-of-way or the pedestrian/bike trail. RECOMMENDED MOTION: "I move to approve Resolution No.Q�,_.f Series of 2002, recommending that City Council approve with conditions the proposed amendment to the Rio Grande Specially Planned Area to allow for the development of four parking spaces on Lot 5, of the Rio Grande Subdivision/SPA." ATTACHMENTS: Exhibit A -- Review Criteria and Staff Findings Exhibit B -- Development Application Exhibit C -- Referral Comments C:\home\nickAActive Cases\Rio Grand SPA Skateboard Park Amendment\Rio Grande SPA Amendment.doc 4 RESOLUTION NO. 2 (SERIES OF 2002) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ASPEN PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION RECOMMENDING THAT CITY COUNCIL APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO THE RIO GRANDE SPECIALLY PLANNED AREA TO INSTALL FOUR PARKING SPACES, LANDSCAPING, AND A NEW CURB CUT OFF OF EAST BLEEKER STREET ON LOT 5, RIO GRANDE SUBDIVISION/SPA, CITY OF ASPEN, PITKIN COUNTY, COLORADO. Parcel No. 2737-073-06-855 WHEREAS, the Community Development Department received an application from Pitkin County for an amendment to the Rio Grande Specially Planned Area to install four parking spaces, landscaping, and a new curb cut off of East Bleeker Street on Lot 5, Rio Grande Subdivision/SPA; and, WHEREAS, City Council Resolution No. 42, Series of 1993 approved the Rio Grande Master Plan; and, WHEREAS, pursuant to the Rio Grande Master Plan and applicable provisions of the Municipal Code, development review for site specific projects for the Rio Grande parcels shall be reviewed through the Specially Planned Area development review; and, WHEREAS, City Council Ordinance No. 10, Series of 1993 granting the Subdivision of the Rio Grande Property, indicated that Lot 5, Rio Grande Subdivision is intended for the future expansion of the Pitkin County Jail; and, WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 26.440 of the Land Use Code, City Council may approve a Specially Planned Area Review during a duly noticed public hearing after considering a recommendation from the Planning and Zoning Commission made at a duly noticed public hearing, and after considering comments from the general public, a recommendation from the Community Development Director, and recommendations from relevant referral agencies; and, WHEREAS, the Fire Marshal, Aspen Consolidated Sanitation District, the City Water Department, City Engineering, City Streets Department, City Parks Department, and the Community Development Department reviewed the Project and recommended approval with conditions; and, WHEREAS, during a duly noticed public hearing on July 2, 2002, the Planning and Zoning Commission recommended, by a to (_-_) vote, approval of an amendment to the Rio Grande Specially Planned Area to install four parking spaces and a new curb cut to access the parking spaces off of East Bleeker Street, with conditions contained herein; and, WHEREAS, the Aspen 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 Aspen 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 CITY OF ASPEN PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION as follows: Section 1 An amendment to the Rio Grande Specially Planned Area to install four parking spaces, landscaping, and a new curb cut off of East Bleeker Street, is approved with the following conditions: 1. The Applicant shall submit a detailed drainage plan to the Community Development Engineer for approval prior to commencing construction. 2. The Community Development Director may approve minor site plan amendments that are required to accommodate changes in the existing vehicular access and lot configuration that may come about as a result of the Obermeyer COWOP Application. 3. The Applicant shall erect a construction fence between the trail and the area of excavation during construction. The Applicant shall also erect warning signs along the trail at both ends of the project during construction. 4. All finished landscaping shall be placed no closer to the trail than 2 feet for user safety. 5. The Applicant shall submit the ingredients of the proposed landscaping seed mixes to the Parks Department for approval prior to planting. 6. A detailed irrigation plan shall be provided to the Parks Department for approval prior commencing construction. 7. The Applicant shall not plant any landscaping that covers up the building mounted fire hydrant connection. 8. The depth cover for the fire hydrant line shall not be reduced by more than one foot as a result of the of the grading at the entrance to the parking area. 9. Snow storage shall be on -site and not within the public right-of-way or the pedestrian/bike trail. Section 2: 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 3• 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 4• If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion of this Ordinance 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 the 2nd day of July, 2002. APPROVED AS TO FORM: City Attorney ATTEST: Jackie Lothian, Deputy City Clerk PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION: Jasmine Tygre, Chair • • REVIEW CRITERIA Bit STAFF FINDINGS EXHIBIT A RIo GRANDE SPA AMENDMENT 26.440.050. Review standards for development in a Specially Planned Area (SPA). In the review of a development application for a conceptual development plan and a final development plan, the Planning and Zoning Commission and City Council shall consider the following: 1. Whether the proposed development is compatible with or enhances the mLv of development in the immediate vicinity of the parcel in terms of land use, density, height, bulk, architecture, landscaping and open space. Staff Finding Staff believes that the proposed landscaping enhances the esthetics of the area. Additionally, the proposed use of the parcel is compatible with and enhances the land uses in the immediate vicinity. The current mix of uses in the immediate area include governmental facilities, parking garage facilities, and service oriented businesses. The governmental facilities, including the Pitkin County Jail, are in demand of additional parking in close proximity to the existing facilities. Staff feels that the proposal will help alleviate some of the existing parking issues that are present in the parking lot behind the Courthouse and Plaza 1 building. Staff also believes that proposed development is consistent with the Rio Grande Master Plan and conceptual review approval. Ordinance No. 10, Series of 1993 indicated that the subject parcel was earmarked for the future expansion of the Pitkin County Jail. Currently, the County has no immediate plans to expand the jail. Instead, immediate parking concerns exist that this proposal would help alleviate. Staff finds this criterion to be met. 2. Whether sufficient public facilities and roads exist to service the proposed development. Staff Finding The Applicant is proposing a new curb cut to access the proposed parking area off of East Bleeker Street. Currently, sufficient roads do exist to access the proposed parking facility. However, the future development plans of the Obermeyer COWOP Application may change the configuration of both the East Bleeker Street and Rio Grande Place right-of-ways. However, Staff believes that a means of vehicular access to the proposed parking facility will be maintained through the Obermeyer COWOP Review. Staff has proposed a condition of approval that allows the Community Development Director to approve minor amendments to the site plan that may be required as a result of the Obermeyer COWOP Application. Staff believes that because the Obermeyer COWOP and the proposal on Lot 5 are both expected to be reviewed for approval by City Council in late August, that the Applicant will have time to make minor amendments to the parking site plan that respect the Obermeyer COWOP design, prior to commencing construction of the parking spaces. Staff finds this criterion to be met. 5 3. Whether the parcel proposed for development is generally suitable for development, considering the slope, ground instability and the possibility of mud flow, rockfalls, avalanche dangers and flood hazards. Staff Finding The parcel generally slopes at a grade of 11 % towards Rio Grande Park. However, a bench area exists to sufficiently provide a level area for the proposed parking and entrance off of East Bleeker Street. New curb pans are to be installed as part of the proposal to accommodate drainage. Staff has proposed a condition of approval that requires the Applicant to submit a detailed drainage plan for approval prior to construction to insure that the proposal will not increase the off -site drainage flows. There are no mud flow, rock fall, or avalanche dangers in the area. Staff finds this criterion to be met. 4. Whether the proposed development creatively employs land planning techniques to preserve significant view planes, avoid adverse environmental impacts and provide open space, trails and similar amenities for the users of the project and the public at large. Staff Finding The Applicant is proposing landscaping and site contouring to screen the proposed parking area from Rio Grande Place and the adjacent bike path that runs along the western edge of the property. There are no designated view planes that will be effected by the proposal. The site is intended for expansion of the Jail and is not intended to provide open space, trails, or other public amenities, however; the Applicant's proposal respects the existing trail easement on the western portion of the property. Staff has proposed a condition of approval that requires the Applicant not to landscape within two (2) feet of the existing trail for the purposes of trail user safety. Staff finds this criterion to be met. S. Whether the proposed development is in compliance with the Aspen Area Comprehensive Plan. Staff Finding The Aspen Area Community Plan's future land use map envisions the subject parcel to be used for the development of Community Facilities. The proposed development of parking spaces on the site for the use of the surrounding community facilities will not prevent the future expansion of the Pitkin County Jail on the site when it is needed. Staff feels as if the proposal is in keeping with the land use vision of the property. The proposal does not interfere with the bike path that is adjacent to the property to the west. By not interfering with the bike path access, the proposal does not conflict with the Parks, Open Space, and Environment goal of improving access to parks and recreational facilities. Additionally, the landscaping being proposed on the site will enhance the natural environment surrounding the existing bike path; which is in keeping with the intent statement of the Parks, Open Space, and Environment Section of the AACP to "Preserve, enhance and restore the natural beauty of the environment of the Aspen area". Staff finds this criterion to be met. G 9 • 6. Whether the proposed development will require the expenditure of excessive public funds to provide public facilities for the parcel, or the surrounding neighborhood. Staff Finding Staff does not believe the proposed development will require the expenditure of excessive public funds to provide public facilities for the parcel, or the surrounding neighborhood. The proposal represents a budgeted expenditure by the County and will not require excessive public expenditures. Staff finds this criterion to be met. 7. Whether proposed development on slopes in excess of twenty (20) percent meet the slope reduction and density requirements of Section 26.445.040(B)(2). Staff Finding There are no slopes on the subject parcel that are in excess of 20%. Staff finds that this criterion is not applicable. 8. Whether there are sufficient GMQS allotments for the proposed development. Staff Finding No GMQS allotments are required for the proposal. Staff finds that this criterion is not applicable. 7 PITKIN COUNTY • ACCOUNTS PAYABLE WARPS NO. 0 1 3 0 4 6 3 .INVOICE NUMBER - DATE P.O. NUMBER - DESCRIPTION DISCOUNT AMOUNT om Dev fees 4/10/02 RIO GRANDE SPA FEES Yw - i / 77� �T' 0.00 2,750.00 PLEASE DETACH BEFORE DEPOSITING MAY-08-2002 WED 01:48 PM • FAX NO,• P. 04/15 CITY OF ASPEN COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT Avrecment for Payment of City of Aspen Development Application Fees CITY OF ASPEN (hereinafter CITY) and Pitkin County Government (hereinafler APPLICANT) AGREE AS FOLLOWS: 1. APPLICANT has submitted to CITY an application for Rio Grande Lot 5 SPA Amendment (hereinafter, THE PROJECT). �y 2. APPLICANT understands and agrees that City of Aspen Ordinance No. 57 (Series of 2000) establishes a fee stntenire for Land Use applications and the payment of all processin.g fees is a condition precedent to a determination of application completeness. 3. APPLICANT and CITY agree that because of the size, nature or scope of the proposed project, it is not possible at this time to ascertain the full extent of the costs involved in processing the application. APPLICANT and CITY further agree that it is in the interest of the parties that APPLICANT make payment of an initial deposit and to thereafter permit additional costs to be billed to APPLICANT on a monthly basis. APPLICANT agrees additional costs may accrue following their hearings and/or approvals. APPLICANT agrees he will be benefited by retaining greater cash liquidity and will make additional payments upon notification by the CITY when they are necessary as costs are incurred. CITY agrees it will be benefited through the greater certainty of recovering its full costs to process APPLICANT'S application. 4. CITY and APPLICANT further agree that it is impracticable for CITY staff to complete processing or present sufficient information to the Planning Commission and/or City Council to enable the Planning Commission and/or City Council to snake legally required findings for project consideration, unless current billings are paid in full prior to decision. 5. Therefore, APPLICANT agrees that in consideration of the CITY's waiver of its right to collect full fees prior to a determination of application completeness, APPLICANT shall pay an initial deposit in the anlotint of $ 2,750.00 which is for na hours of Community Development staff time, and if actual recorded costs exceed the initial deposit, APPLICANT shall pay additional monthly billings to CITY to reimburse the CITY for the processing of the application mentioned above, including post approval review at a rate of $205,00 per planner (tour over the initial deposit. Such periodic payments shall be made within 30 days of the billing date. APPLICANT further agrees that failure to pay such accrued costs shall be -rounds for suspension of processing, and in no case will building permits be issued until all costs associated with case processing have been plid. CITY OF ASPEN Bv: Julie Ann Woods Community Development Director g:\support\forms\agrpavas. doe 1/10/01 APPLICANT sy: Jodi Smith, Pr.je t Ma ager �. �%?/� Mailing Address: _76 Sgryice Center Road __Aspen, Colorado 81611 MAY-08-2002 WED 01:48 PM 0 FAX NO* P. 04/15 CITY OF ASPEN COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT Agreement for Payment o± City of Aspen Development Application Fees CITY OF ASPEN (hereinafter CiTY) and Pitkin ,CQ_unty Government (hereinafter APPLICANT) AGREE AS FOLLOWS: I. APPLICANT has submitted to CITY an application for Rio Grande Lot 5 SPA Amendment (hereinafter, THE PROJECT). 2. APPLICANT understands and agrees that City of Aspen Ordinance No. 57 (Series of 2000) establishes a fee structure for Land Use applications and the payment of ail processing fees is a condition precedent to a determination of application completeness. 3. APPLICANT and CITY agree that because of the size, nature or scope of the proposed project, it is not possible at this time to ascertain the full extent of the costs involved in processing the application. APPLICANT and CITY further agree that it is in the interest of the parties that APPLICANT make payment of an initial deposit and to thereafter permit additional costs to be billed to APPLICANT on a monthly basis. APPLICANT agrees additional costs may accrue following their hearings and/or approvals. APPLICANT agrees lie will be benefited by retaining greater cash liquidity acid will make additional payments upon notification by the CITY when they are necessary as costs are incurred. CITY agrees it will be benefited through die greater certainty of recovering its full costs to process APPLICANT'S application. 4. CITY and APPLICANT further agree that it is impracticable for CITY staff to complete processing or present sufficient information to the Planning Commission and/or City Council to enable the Planning Commission and/or Ciry Council to crake legally required findings for project consideration, unless current billings are paid in full prior to decision. 5. Therefore, APPLICANT agrees that in consideration of the CITY's waiver of its right to collect full fees prior to a determination of application completeness, APPLICANT shall pay an initial deposit in the ninottnt of $ 2.750.00 which is for na Hours of Community Development staff time, and if actual recorded costs exceed the initial deposit, APPLICANT shall pay additional monthly billings to CITY to reimburse the CITY for the processing of the application mentioned above, including post approval review at a rate of $20S,00 per planner Hour over the initial deposit. Such periodic payments shall be made within 30 days of the billing date. APPLICANT further agrees that failure to pay such accrued costs shall be grounds for suspension of processing, and in no case will building permits be issued until all costs associated with case: processing, have been paid. CITY OF ASPEN By: Julie Ann Woods Community Development Director g:\stipport\lormslsgrpayas_doe 1/10/01 APPLICANT Jodi Smith, PryJje t Mager Date: ✓%)'`� L� Mailing; Address: —76 Sgryigg Center Road _Appel. QglQrado 81611 7 1 0 CITY OF ASPEN RIO GRANDE MASTER PLAN 1993 Prepared by: Aspen/Pitkin Planning office Technical assistance provided by: Rick McGill 0 • CREDITS The Planning Department would like to thank those individuals who donated their valuable time to this plan: Kirk Baker, Rebecca Baker, Sally Barnett, Fritz Benedict, Alan Bloomquist, Tom Bracewell, Jon Busch, Chris Churchill, Hal Clark, Ed Cross, Patrick Duffield, Jim Duke, Suzanne Farver, Andy Freeman, Chris Hall, Roger Hunt, Julia Marshall, Carol Lowenstern, Lance Luckett, Ramona Markalunas, Bruce Matherly, Jack Reid, George Robinson, and Chuck Roth. TABLE OF CONTENTS Title Purpose of the Master Plan Location Map Process Summarized History Assumptions Site A * Existing Conditions * Goals * Map * Recommended Land Uses/Activities * Recommended Action Plan Summary Site B * Map * Existing Conditions * Goals * Recommended Land Uses/Activities * Recommended Action Plan Summary Rio Grande Land Use Map Appendix A - Potential Development Scenarios Appendix B - History of Parcel Page 1 2 2 3 4 13 14 14 14 18 20 • • " PURPOSE OF T BE MASTER PLAN S . The Aspen City Council directed staff to create a master plan to guide -future development of the remaining "undeveloped" portion of the Rio Grande property. Council's intent for a new plan was to identify appropriate activities and land use patterns for the Rio Grande property. Council emphasized that all public interests should be considered in this. new planning effort. The Rio Grande master plan was developed as a tool to guide future development on the site. Following it's adoption, new development or significant alterations must be consistent with this plan and shall be reviewed pursuant to the Specially Planned Area development review process. The Rio Grande property is zoned Public with a Specially Planned Area (SPA) overlay. The purpose of a SPA overlay is to provide design flexibility for land which requires innovative considerations and allow for the development of mixed land uses. The document provides a land use map that is a general outline for proposed uses. Three land use plans/maps for the entire study area, depicting how the uses may be integrated, are also provided in Appendix A. The three maps are intended to serve as guides for specific development scenarios but were not adopted as part of this plan. Timing and particular needs of future programs will dictate which of the three scenarios, or an alternative, is best to use. Specific development details accompany the maps in Appendix A. In addition to characterizing the Rio Grande parcel as two separate but interactive pieces, this document summarizes the history of the entire parcel, outlines existing conditions, identifies goals for each piece, proposes land uses/activities, and makes recommendations for future use. The Rio Grande master plan applies to the property bordered by Rio Grande Drive on the south, the Roaring Fork River on the north, Mill Street on the west, and the Eagles Club/Patsy Newbury Park on the east. The parking garage and Chamber offices, library and Youth Center parcels are also zoned Public with a SPA overlay and could be considered as accessory or support facilities for future development in the master plan area. For example, the office space in the parking garage could be used as ticket or luggage facilities when valley -wide rail locates on the playing field. Similarly, the publically owned property surrounding the Bass/Obermeyer building on Rio Grande Drive could be used to support other development in the master plan area. 1 6` N .� 4I e � M . f I ti Aspen� r Y �ti` •fir M -. __R- o Grande SPA Maste. Plan Sit 4 SS r '� 4 � •tom . / ''� C 4 sip ` PROCESS Staff formed the Rio Grande Group (a citizens review group) and began the planning process in November of 1991. The following groups participated in the planning process: the Alternative Edge, Art Park, Aspen Art Museum, Aspen Consolidated Sanitation District, Aspen Theatre in the Park, Aspen Trolley Group, Aspen Youth Center, City of Aspen Parks and Public Works Departments, Gentlemen of Aspen R.F.C., Pitkin County Parks Association, Pitkin County Public Resources, Roaring Fork Railroad Association, and Trout unlimited. The charge to the Group was to work with staff to develop the master plan. The Group was expected to identify critical features of the property that should be enhanced and/or preserved, resolve land use issues pertaining to the site and make recomnuendations regarding appropriate land use development. The Planning and Zoning Commission believed that the master plan should be flexible and not exclude future possibilities. The Commission did not want to plan the site and wanted to avoid review of specific building locations and building sizes. However the Rio Grande Group did give careful consideration to potential site E E development. The Group concluded this level of review was necessary to ensure that future uses were not only appropriate but were compatible with each other. With development information provided by organizations, such as rail and trolley advocates who hope to utilize the property in the future, the Group was able to consider several land use scenarios. A phased build out of the property and two full build out programs identified the range of possibilities for the property. In order to preserve the Group's work, three different approaches to development are presented on the maps in Appendix A. Again these maps are to be used as guides and were not adopted as the land use maps for this master plan. Although the Group considered facility needs for specific projects, it was not their purpose to make recommendations on community -wide issues such as the valley -wide rail or a cross-town trolley system. There are other decision -making arenas that will decide the fate of those projects. The Rio Grande Group met approximately 16 times over an eight month period. One of the first tasks of the Rio Grande Group was to review existing and proposed land uses for this vital piece of community property. Initial meetings were devoted to a presentation and discussion of particular land uses on each section of property. The property was divided into two manageable discussion sites for which primary land use goals and recommendations for development were made: Site A: the area between the river and bike path next to the snow melter (page 6); and Site B: the recycle site (Old Impound lot) and the playing field (page 13). This is a brief summary of the planning review history of the property. For a more thorough history refer to Appendix B. In 1967, the Denver Rio Grande Western Railroad began discussions with the City and County regarding redevelopment of their property and right-of-way. Since those initial discussions there have been many plans regarding this 18 acre parcel: * 1973 - The City used to purchase a property. 3 7th penny transportation funds majority of the Rio Grande * 1975 - A Performing Arts Center for the property was M 1978 studied. * 1981 - A non -specified 1.5 acre site was set aside for a future Performing Arts/Conference Center and the City moved the snow dump from the Sanitation District property to the Rio Grande property. * 1982 - The City and County exchanged the Aspen One, Oden and stable properties. * 1987 - The City installed the snow welter. * 1988 - A conceptual SPA master plan was adopted by Council identifying a parking garage, the library, the Spring Street extension, a snow melt facility and an arts usage area. * 1989 - A final SPA plan was approved by Council for the parking garage and the Pitkin County library. * 1990 - A final SPA plan was approved by Council for the Youth Center. * 1991 - Council denied conceptual SPA approval for the trolley, Theatre in the Park, recycle facility and snow melt operation and instead directed staff to prepare a master plan for the entire site. ASSUMPTIONS The Group identified several assumptions with regard to the property. From the basis of these assumptions the Group began their review of existing land uses and proposed land uses. 1. Rather than completely replan the parcel, the Group began their review of the property from the perspective of existing uses and past plans. 2. The Group considered why and how the different pieces of property were purchased. Some of Site A and all of Site B were purchased with transportation funds and most of the river frontage was purchased with open space funds. 3. The extensive work on the whitewater course and initial regrading of Site A, has required adjustments to the traditional method of dumping snow on Site A. In 1991, the City Council 4 directed the Public Works Department to find an alternative to dumping snow on the parcel. In response, the Department is attempting to purchase land adjacent to the County Maintenance Facility for snow storage. The site will not be ready for approximately two years so the snow melter is still needed for that period. The Group is confident that the operation of the snow melter, if adjusted, can continue in the near future. 4. The Group realized that there were other decision making processes which could affect development of the two sites. The Group knew that a valley -wide rail system terminating on the Rio Grande, ultimately a tri-county decision, could use a significant portion of the property. The possibility of the Trolley System affecting the property is also beyond the Group's control and is now in the hands of the Transportation Implementation Committee. However, the Group reviewed the two proposed land uses and made specific recommendations if the train and trolley were developed on the property. 5. Specially Planned Area review will be required for site specific development. Depending upon how the land was originally purchased, future permanent development may require voter approval which is also out of the Group's purview. Using the considerations mentioned above the Group reviewed the potential land uses of each site. SITE A I. Existincr Conditions Site A is generally described as the land between the bike path or row of large cottonwoods that edge the playing field, and the river. However, it also encompasses the existing snow melter and the drainage pond closest to Mill Street. Please refer to Map 1. The property is 2.213 acres. Site A consists of the snow melter, and sand filter and sedimentation pond necessary for this operation. Traditionally, the site has also been used as a "snow dump" for melting on site or dumping into the snow melter. For seven years, the Aspen Theatre in the Park has set up its theatre tent on this site for live performances between June and September. For the summer of 1992, the theatre received a temporary use permit to set up a larger tent with increased back stage capacity. The Art Park group has been very active and generous in its efforts 5 to reverse a trend of neglect towards this portion of the Rio F Grande property. The group has rejuvenated the westerly portion of Site A near the Ron Karagian bridge and the berm adjacent to the theatre tent. The Art Park has evolved into a beautiful garden showcasing local artist's work. The Art Park and Theatre groups have been the catalyst for the City to reconsider their stewardship of this community property. They first rallied the community to enhance the riverbank emphasizing the river and park interaction. As a result, City Council allocated approximately $60,000 to excavate the high water channel, adjacent to the main river channel, for a whitewater course. As part of the development of the course, the City created a pedestrian path along the river and revegetated the river bank and slope of the property down to the whitewater course. The walking path is intended to enhance the river experience and meander along the river's edge changing elevation as it follows the white water course. The path will not be paved because the existing paved bike path at the edge of the park is intended for multi -use. Finally, Site A is an important pedestrian connection between downtown, the Art Museum, Herron Park and the dense Hunter Creek neighborhood. The Karagian bridge became a strong link to the Museum with the Art Park revitalization. II. Goals The basis of the goals identified for this Site are the funding sources for the initial purchase and the unique characteristics of the Site. The majority of the Site is comprised of the Aspen One Property (acquired with Sixth Penny Open Space Funds in 1978) and the parcel the City traded with Pitkin County in 1982. A smaller piece of the parcel was purchased with 7th Penny Transportation Funds. The parcel contains prime public river frontage and was identified as a key piece in the 1973 Roaring Fork Greenway Plan. The Greenway Plan promotes preservation of indigenous species and maintenance of the riparian environment along the Roaring Fork River and its tributaries. The Greenway Plan also supports an extensive trail system throughout the "Greenway" for "maximum possible recreational and educational potential." The site is also an important hub in the bikeway/pedestrian trail system and is consistent with future plans to extend the pedestrian and bike paths upriver. From this point, one can go up or down river, into downtown, to the Art Museum, or over to the post office -retail center on pedestrian/bike paths. R Map 1 — Site A Git) 1 � r rn,yn r *loll 7111 th enn lJul �A��1• McEARLANE �41� "ONOOS KQYak v ART PARK` SITE A �• •� C passwe, P�J, (/Art Theme �o \ �� + transition zone l'"� -"'— —• 6th•�en_Y \, 9 =r ■ Transportation/Recreation \ •�� transition zone i • � � � .00QOOa O D� �\�• � r - t.t1 Transp./ i I '°• \ O� a ol(outh Recres ion ' a ¢d x:7 1 rans�}orta't;o� sent,al C 7 The following Goals were established for redevelopment of Site A: a. Develop a passive park offering a quiet open space for the community. b. Visually and physically connect the river with the park. C. Support the Art Theme connecting various art oriented elements such as the art park, Theatre in the Park and Aspen Art Museum. d. Discourage permanent development except for structures which support the Art Theme or enhance the edge of the river as a people place. e. Discourage employee housing as an inappropriate use for this site. f. Provide a venue for local artists in support of the Art Theme. g. Limit vehicular acces-, except for theatre delivery/service and parking for the disabled at the theatre. h. Coordinate park activities with the Art Museum. i. Maintain pedestrian/bike paths throughout the site. III. Recommended Land Uses/Activities for Site P This site is divided into several elements for discussion purposes: 1. Site Enhancement The whitewater course is almost completed. The river bank has been regraded and recontoured to create more of a visual and physical connection to the river's edge. The banks of the channel have been revegetated and stabilized. A river walk has been established at a lower elevation from the park with the intent of being more remote from activities of the City and more restive for the pedestrian. A small bowl -shaped sitting area has been carved into the bank above the river walk to afford viewing of the new whitewater course. The sitting area remains unfinished. More dirt should be removed from that area to sculpt the curve of the bowl 8 and reduce the steepness bf slope so people can sit comfortably. However, further regrading of the rest of the site is unnecessary because it will eliminate the flat surface and inhibit park use. Irrigation should be considered along the slope for growth and as well as water features. Some revegetation and channel work have yet to be finalized, including the land surrounding the pond near Mill Street. Native wildflower mix and irrigation ditches will be integrated into the landscape. Other footpaths may be needed in the future and should be considered as park use evolves. Revegetation of the park shall include the theatre tent. The landscaping should help screen the tent's stored trusses, storage shed and wood floor in the off season. It is important to note that the regrading and recontouring of the site does not impact the temporary use of the snowmelter or sedimentation pond. It does, however, require an alternative site for the dumping of snow. The City has begun to accommodate snow dumping in other locations and is attempting to purchase another site for dumping snow.' The Group has concluded that snow melt activity is inappropriate in the long-term view of the park. The snow dump should be relocated immediately and the snow melter relocated from Site A as soon as feasible. An alternative location may be considered on the recycle site integrated with an expanded recycle facility, Trolley Barn, and/or another transportation or essential community service land use. As long as the existing sand filter remains integral to the operation of the snow melter it will remain on Site A. However, it should be reshaped into a water feature for the summer. The edges of the sedimentation pond will be reworked to give a more landscaped finish. Without compromising it's function, the inside and outside of the pond should be sloped to provide a more gentle finish and reduce the water depth. 2. Art Park Theme A strong Art Theme should be promoted as an important use for the Rio Grande parcel. The Art Theme is already supported by a variety of existing uses: the Theatre in the Park, on -site sculpture and flower gardens introduced by the Art Park group and direct access to the Art 9 Museum. Continued support for the Art Park group's efforts will provide local artists a venue for their work. Art will be located in the park on a revolving basis and maximum flexibility can be achieved by variety of spaces. This is important to accommodate different works. The Art Park group also proposes to continue to ma'ntain the flower gardens, sponsor and encourage outdoor sculpture, and expand irrigation and lighting systems. To ensure maintenance and management of program responsibilities the Art Park group must work with the City to define policies or agree on a contract. Aspen Theatre in the Park is a key component of the Art Theme. The theatre recently installed'a new wood floor with an improved drainage system. The company also received a temporary use permit to put up a larger tent. This permit will be reviewed on an annual basis unless the company receives SPA approval. Aspen Theatre in the Park runs from June through August performing four nights a week. Currently, the theatre is required to take down the tent at the end of the season. Support beams, the wood floor and some equipment will be stored on -site. The storage shed will also provide locked storage during the summer. At this point, Aspen Theatre in the Park is not considering a year round facility. If the need for a year round facility is supported by the community, then future development at this site should be reviewed at that time. Review should consider the proposed improvements, infrastructure needs, and impacts on the passive park use. The theatre has considered on -site housing for personnel. The Rio Grande Group does not support housing for theatre personnel finding the use inappropriate on this site. Housing would conflict with the "passive park" use identified for the site. In addition, housing in the park sets a had precedent for other City and County parks. 3. Level of Activity Other land uses pertaining to food or commercial uses have been -discussed for this area. The anticipated argument for locating these uses on the river's edge is the creation of more activity along the river within the urban setting of the City. Food booths along the paths could encourage a festive gathering place in the park. 10 0 0 However, careful evaluation must be given to future vending along the river. The character of the Rio Grande parcel, although not void of structured activity or development i.e. the Theatre in the Park, should focus primarily on the river. The visual and physical connection to the river is the fundamental goal for land use on this site. The Art Theme and other improvements are to support and compliment the river as the primary amenity. Any commercial venture must not detract from that goal. Thus, small vending booths or food stands cannot block visual access to the river. Physical access to and through the parcel or use of the footpath or kayak course cannot be diminished by vending operations. Potential impacts generated by these types of uses: vehicle related deliveries, trash, fumes, noise, power lines, must also be contained and kept at a minimum at best. Given the above constraints, the Art Museum appears to be a more suitable location for these types of proposed uses. In addition, the Museum side receives more sun than the Rio Grande side, a retail venture is more consistent with the commercial orientation of the Art Museum, and the Museum has the water and sewer services for food oriented activities. 4. Access to the Site There is. a service drive that currently accesses the site (Art Park Way). The road will be eliminated and merged with the existing pedestrian/bike path forming a 12-14 foot wide concrete pedestrain/bike path. The path may be used by theatre service/delivery and park maintenance vehicles only. The access may also be used by the disabled when attending the theatre. Two handicapped parking spaces, that will double as delivery space, will be provided at the tent. To alleviate the impact of only one access point to the park and to encourage less traffic on the access road, another point of access for pedestrians has been identified. Between the Eagles Club•and the recycle site access will be upgraded, to include a sidewalk and gutter. A pull-out area will be provided at that portion of Rio Grande Drive for drop-off. IV. Recommended Action Plan Summary for Site A To achieve the goals and proposed land uses for this site, the Rio Grande Group recommends the following actions for Site A: 11 1. The regraded site should be revegetated and ditches should be added throughout the park area adding water features and park irrigation. 2. Pedestrian paths may be developed in the future if warranted. 3. Pond and irrigation ditch leakage should be corrected. 4. The snow melter should be relocated out of Site A within two years from the purchase of an alternative snow dump site. 5. The sand filter should be reshaped for use as a summer water feature and more efficient operation unless the eventual relocation of the snow melter no longer requires the filter in which case it should be eliminated. 6. The pond closest to the snow melter (sedimentation pond) should be recontoured to compliment the surrounding park landscape and revamped to improve its function as a settling pond for the snow melter. 7. A small turn around for service/delivery combined with two disabled parking spaces should be designed next to the theatre tent at the end of new pedestrian/bike path. 8. The small bowl -shaped seating area should be finished. 9. Access will be upgraded at the path between the Eagles Club and the recycle site. Drop-off will be provided for access to Patsy Newbury park and Rio Grande. 10. A 20 foot transition zone has been delineated on the site maps. This is the boundary between Site A and Site B. The zone lends protection for Site A from encroachnents and inappropriate uses from Site B yet provides site development flexibility for Site A and B taking into account vegetation and topography. . SITE B Site B encompasses the existing recycle site on the eastern portion of the parcel, publically owned land on the corner of Bleeker and Spring Streets, the access road down to Site A, the small triangle of open space between the access road and bike/pedestrian path, and the playing field. This piece of the master plan is bordered by Rio Grande Drive, Mill Street, and a row of Cottonwoods and a pedestrian/bike path to the north (please see Map 2). 12 0 • Map 2 - Site I. Existing Conditions The community's recycling drop-off center has temporarily occupied the eastern portion of Site B for several years. The facility accepts the widest variety of materials, and because of its central location, is one of the most accessible drop points within Pitkin County. The materials accepted at the site are: aluminum, tin, glass, plastic, newsprint, cardboard, low grade paper, high grade paper, green bar computer paper, and used dry cell batteries. There is a 20 yard roll -off dumpster for glass, a 100 yard trailer for cardboard, twenty-five 90 gallon containers for aluminum, tin, plastic, and all grades of paper, and a small container for batteries. An employee of Pitkin County Public Resources monitors collection of materials at the site. Recently, the berms surrounding this area have been increased in order to shield the recycle activity from view, to prevent blowing trash and to reduce haul costs during the construction of the white water course. The access road (Art Park Way) used for the snow melter and the theatre is approximately 40 feet wide. The playing field, which occupies the majority of this parcel, was established as a temporary use until such time that the field is converted for transportation uses. Other than the goal posts, and temporary recycle containers the parcel is void of any structural development. II. Goals Because the site was purchased with 7th Penny Transportation funds the basis of future development goals is transportation oriented. The parcel is also across the street from an assortment of land uses including the Bass/Obermeyer building, which is zoned Service/Commercial/Industrial (SCI). Because of the close proximity to the SCI zone district and to downtown, a variety of land uses, including essential community services, are considered appropriate for this site. The Rio Grande Group has identified the following Goals for the redevelopment of Site B: a. Locate essential community services in the eastern portion of Site B. b. Ensure that existing and future uses on the eastern portion of Site B are compatible with surrounding land uses because of this area's location and visibility. C. Satisfy transportation related needs first when considering the use of Site B. 14 0 • d. Retain and optimize park/recreational uses in this area and replace the active park and playfield only with a regional _ rail facility. e. Preserve view planes to the.river and Independence Pass with low -profile development. III. Recommended Land Uses/Activities for Parcel B This parcel can be divided into several different elements for discussion purposes: 1. Recycle Site The recycling center is in critical need of an enclosed space for collection of material. Blowing trash has been a problem and inclement weather reduces the site to mud. Pitkin County Public Resources propose to construct a facility that is partially below grade and will make collection, bailing, and hauling of material more efficient. Enclosed bins and bailing will eliminate unsightly conditions and blowing trash. Enlarged collection areas and more storage for material will reduce the number of trips made to haul the material off -site. Efficient drop-off will encourage residents to continue to use the site. The upgrade of the recycle facility should consider relocation possibilities to City land across the street on the corner of Spring and East Bleeker Streets. 2. Trolley Barn The Trolley Group proposes to develop a trolley rail system. The system includes a car barn facility, tracks and poles, and several trolley cars. Review for this plan only considered operation and routing that would occur on the Rio Grande parcel. Depending upon the location of the barn it can be incorporated with the proposed expansion and enclosure of the recycle facility or integrated with a future rail terminal on the playing field. The structure is proposed to be one story in height. This is consistent with the recommendation for low - profile development on the parcel to avoid blocking views of the river or Independence Pass. The building could also be designed to enable affordable 15 housing on a second level. The Trolley Group cannot fund the cost of the housing but is willing to make the structure available for future housing development. Although the Group believes that housing associated with the theatre was an inappropriate land use, housing on top of the trolley barn may be more suitable if developed on the eastern portion of the site. The site's proximity to the street, S/C/I zone district and location on the edge of the park lend a more urban feel for a multi -use development. Impacts to the river and Independence Pass view planes would have to be considered. 3. Access Road The access road to the snow melter and theatre (Art Park Way) is 40 feet wide. Vehicular access into the park should be eliminated. A new pedestrian/bike path should replace the existing pedestrian/bike path and access road. It should be 12-14 feet wide and could be located either next to the playing field or recycle site. If the path were located next to the playing field the eastern portion of the site could be unified creating more land area for proposed uses. The new path is intended for pedestrian and bikes but the width can accommodate theatre service/delivery and park maintenance vehicles. Two accessible parking spaces will also be provided for ` the disabled attending a production at the tent. 4. New Walking Trail A new walking trail has been roughed -in above the snow melter. The trail is approximately halfway up the berm surrounding the recycling lot. The trail should be graded and improved as a walking path connecting to Patsy Newbury Park. The trail should not encroach into the recycle site. 5. Snow Melter The snow melter will be removed from Site A. The current recycle site should be considered as a relocation alternative for the snow melter. Integration with other transportation/essential community services should be considered. 6. Additional Activities In the event either the Trolley Barn, recycling center or the snow melter are not built on the eastern portion of the site, other essential community oriented services may be located on site. However, a SPA review would be 16 0 0- required. Because transportation funds were used to purchase this piece of property, transportation related services should be given priority. Publically owned land adjacent to the Obermeyer building may also be considered for the location of essential community oriented services. 7. Active Park Although the eventual development of a valley -wide rail system will use a majority of Site B for a rail terminal, it may be years before a rail system is implemented in the Roaring Fork Valley. Therefore, the Croup identified interim uses which are considered appropriate for Site B. Increased recreational activities should be installed on Site B. A full -court basketball court and half -pipe skateboard ramp; can fit on Site B. The rugby field (390' x 2251) should be square:. off to enhance the playing area. Park and recreational uses should exist on this site only to be replaced by a regional rail facility. 8. Rail The valley -wide Rail Task Force has been actively pursuing a valley -wide rail that will terminate at Site B. This master plan did not address the rail question in detail because decision -making will involve a broader forum. Initially commuter rail would not require the loss of the playing field. Recreational activity can still be accommodated if the commuter and trolley tracks are installed at the northern edge of the playing field. A ticket kiosk, located next to the new pedestrian/bike path, could service both the trolley and commuter rail passengers. If rail develops from commuter to regional rail service, the rail terminal may be developed at the far end of the field thus preserving some open space for park purposes. The trolley barn could also be incorporated into the rail terminal to preserve space. However, the majority of the playing field will be lost when the rail becomes fully developed. A terminal, passenger platforms, and possibly three sets of tracks would be necessary for regional rail. The existing transportation center, under 17 the parking garage, could be used for ticketing, baggage, and passenger services. The trolley tracks on the north side of the field will remain and a trolley stop will be tied into the rail terminal. IV. Recommended Action Plan Summary for Site B To achieve the goals and proposed land uses for this site, the Rio Grande Group recommends the following actions for Site B: 1. The City of Aspen should decide whether a City-wide trolley system is appropriate in Aspen. If the Trolley is approved as proposed, the eastern portion of Site B is the recommended site for the Trolley barn. However, the barn may be integrated with a regional rail facility when developed. 2. A height limit of one story should accompany any development on Site B unless housing is approved for the Trolley barn on the eastern portion of the site. 3. Development on the eastern portion of Site B should be screened from the playing field and Site A. 4. The slope and berms on the eastern portion of Site B should be revegetated to blend into the park on the rest of Site B and Site A. 5. Any development on the eastern portion of Site B should not intrude into the Independence Pass view plane. 6. The City and County should review the recommendations of the Roaring Fork Forum study relating to a regional -wide recycling program and other remedies that are being considered for the County recycling program. If the recycling operation is considered necessary at this location then the recycling site should be covered or contained. A facility up to a maximum of 5,200 square feet is recommended in order to integrate with other uses. The recycling facility should be incorporated into the Trolley barn structure and/or snow melt facility, and should front the street for easy public access. 7. The access road (Art Park Way) and the existing pedestrian/bike path should be eliminated. A new pedestrian/bike path should be created connecting Rio Grande Drive to Site A. It should be 12-14 feet wide and able to accommodate theatre service/delivery and park maintenance vehicles only. The new path may also be used by the disabled to. park at the theatre during a 18 performance. ' 8. The walking path should be improved at the higher . r elevation along the slope that forms the edge of the recycle site. 9. The City should work with the Youth Center to develop more recreational activities on Site B. 10. The City should consider extending recreational activities onto Patsy Newbury Park. 11. The temporary active park and playfield should be maintained on Site B only to be replaced by a regional rail facility. 12. If a transportation use is developed on the playing field, then an equivalent parcel, in the City, should replace the playing field. 13. A rail terminal and accessory facilities, if developed on the Rio Grande property, should be developed only on Site B. 14. Development of rail facilities should not block -off access, both visually and physically, to Site 'A. 15. The Youth Center and the City should build a full -court basketball court in the open space between the recycle facility and the playing field. 16. The Youth Center and the City should install a half -pipe skateboard ramp in the open space between the recycle facility and the playing field. 17. The City should realign the playing field. 18. The City should continue negotiations with the property owners of the Bass/Obermyer building to settle the use of the publically owned property that is adjacent to the building and being used by customers and tenants of that building. 19 o U V U � C y h LL Z S p m Co z Ca 13 ^ co/Q/ y^r 0 O` 0 'Yi^ i uj v O I t t`i'CZ CCo APPENDIX A POTENTIAL DEVELOPMENT SCENARIOS* *These maps are provided as future land use guides. They were not adopted as part of' the conceptual SPA Rio Grande master plan. ° ° o ° LU y a ° ° J z a W ° 6 VLU m Q CL y •, � o Q o J� i g + Q 0 I 3 i y �v•.i� .yrll :�h. LLI k \ k � � / � 2 i� � | �� ■ | G 7 � \ CD § k \ L Z < £ \ \ ) \ g CL LQ / � � � | ' J J 0 J C cn fj � h o uj Z Q 8 c b Z Z m W C 't Q m CL W 8 r- These specific development details were used to ensure that the proposed land uses could be accommodated on the property. Theatre Tent The tent is approximately 60 feet x 80 feet and 26 feet high and seats approximately 100 patrons. The storage shed is 12.9' X 12.9'. Recycle Facility The proposed facility is approximately 5,200 square feet. This _ option eliminates several bins and moves part of the floor plan below grade for increased efficiency. Customer access to the recycle site should be directly off of Rio Grand Drive. Haulers should access off of snow dump road on the west side of the site. If the trolley barn is located on the site the cuts into the embankment, necessary for trolley access to the trolley barn, can also provide truck access to the recycle facility. Trolley Barn According to the plans, a trolley will leave the barn, cross the pedestrian/bike trail and Rio Grande Drive and travel in between the Youth Center and Jail to Main and Galena Streets.- The Trolley -- Group proposes to run track along the north side of the ball field providing stops at the Art Park then Mill Street. The Trolley would continue across Mill Street and utilize Puppy Smith right - of -way -for a stop at the post office. The Group proposes to develop a car barn approximately 7,000 square feet which includes 1,000 square feet for accessory office, storage, and related uses. The barn will house the trolleys and provide a garage for light maintenance. The second floor of the building could accommodate 5,700 square feet of affordable housing. Basketball Court and Skateboard Half Pipe A 52' x 90' basketball court can be located in the open space between the playing field and current recycle site. A 42' x 24' skateboard ramp can also fit in this space next to the basketball court. Location of these activities in this area requires trolley access to the barn to be moved down to the 20 foot buffer separating Site A from Site B or eventual relocation to the field if the barn is integrated with the rail terminal. APPENDIX B In 1973, the majority of the Rio Grande parcel (Parcels B & C and some of Parcel A) was purchased from Jim Trueman with 7th penny money thus preserving the land for future transportation needs and limiting commercial development on the parcel. Between 1975 - 1978, City files indicate that planning sessions were held bet:aeen the Council, Planning and Zoning Commission, and the Planning Department to determine the most appropriate use of the Rio Grande parcel. A 1978 memo from the Planning Department outlines the evolution of the Performing Arts Center concept for the Rio Grande. The memo concludes with a Wheeler Task Force determination that the Wheeler "appears to offer the best solution to the requirement for establishing a performing arts facility in Aspen..." but maintain "the option to expand the performing art facilities to the Rio Grande when demands for a larger space become an obvious and economically viable need." In 1977, a Rio Grande SPA Plan was filed with an interim SPA plan schematically identifying land uses on the entire property. However, a conceptual plan expires if a final plan is not adopted. Council Resolution (80-6) in 1980 established a task force to review and make recommendations for the Rio Grande property. Subsequently, a 1981 Council Resolution (81-20) recognized the need for a year round Performing Arts Center and the task force recommended that a non -specified one and one-half acre site be set aside for a future Performing Arts/Conference Center. An employment agreement with Benedict-Mularz was initiated in order for the architects to prepare a site plan for the Rio Grande. In 1982, the City and County entered into a land exchange agreement. The exchange included the stable property west of the Courthouse, the Aspen One Property (a piece adjacent to the river) and the Oden Property (site of the new library). City Council granted conceptual SPA approval in 1986 for the Roaring Fork Railroad Proposal which included a terminal building, passenger platform, baggage handling, parking and trackage on the Rio Grande site. However, a conceptual -SPA approval expires within two years if a final plan is not adopted. In 1988, a second conceptual SPA plan was approved. This plan was more site specific and the plan consisted of a parking facility, library, new access road connecting Mill and Spring Streets, and paving of the remaining surface parking on the southern portion of the Rio Grande. A snow melt facility and area for "Arts Usage" was also included in the plan. The center of the site remained 1 unprogrammed with the playing field undisturbed. A trail system and shuttle corridor extended through the site. The 1988 conceptual plan had many recommendations regarding the entire site. Galena Street should be a pedestrian corridor to the Rio Grande parcel. A shuttle should travel north on Galena and on the east side of the parking facility to decrease traffic congestion on Mill. A snow melt machine was proposed to help the snow dump operation but relocation was encouraged. However, the snow dump area should be reserved for "Arts Usage". And, if the Library had not been developed on it's new site, the Arts Groups would retain the right to use the site instead of the snow dump area. The 1988 conceptual SPA plan was amended to locate the snow melter on the Rio Grande property and the Land Exchange Agreement was amended to facilitate the library and parking garage development. A Final SPA plan was approved in 1989 for the library and parking garage and final SPA approval was granted for the Youth Center in 1990. In 1991, the Planning and Zoning Commission recommended to Council conceptual SPA approval for the Art Park/Theatre and Trolley Car Barn, but denied the continued use of the Rio Grande for the snow dump and melter operation. 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IS2.37' Q MONUMENTS SET BY OTHERS, SEE SUBDIVISION FLATS. { M 1S•09 11 W 270 t0 N CAP MONUMENT, CITY OF ASPEN D3T1tt - BLOCK Bt. (A (aMEURER, SE AFINI, MEURER COMCRIETE MONUMENT 0 CONCRETE MONUMENT BUETTMER' 113161 0 CAP MONUMENT WITNESS CORNER BUETTMEN 13166 WC' LOUIs H. 4ULTTIIER SURVLTIM4 • NOTICE: ACCORDING TO COLORADO LAW IOU MUST COMM90CC ANY LEGAL ACTION 0040 WC ST Sopt's CREL. ROAR DASED UPON ANY DEFECT 111 THIS SURVEY WITHIN THREE YEARS AFTER TON DASA11. COLORADO NG21 FIRST OIKOVED SUCH DEFECT. IH No EYLMT MAY 4R1 AC TIo4 D4,ED Ur*% s07-st7-5411 ANT saleeT IN THIS sNRVET 6L CONNENC[D MORE TOM TEN YEARS PROM 1ME "It Ol 1rl CE OTIFIC4T10D SNOWR .LREOR. ' RIO GRANDE PLACE -CURVE DATA NERRON PARR ( 40� l 42e• •00 O'PI �te'o, 6 ter No DELTA RADIUS ARC CORD 'BEApo Mt CORD LENtTN Cl 25•24'oe 133.1a, $9.01. 162.42.We -mso' C2 49023'O9N I00.74 SS.Tl' S740*1' SS'E 90JB' CS. 35°23'09'. 168.04' 116.14' Sale 41. 35'E 114.32' C4 31000'00' Ie0.29'. 'f7..55' See30'OOt 96.36' Cs 11690t'50' 164.00• 71.91V St2.34'2111 71.41' C6 25°24* 00" 133 , 12 59 .01' S t2.42' 00"E SHEET 2 OF A 828-89 • 0 to DRAWN BY: D.R.C. DESIGNED BY: S.E.S. CHECKED BY: D.E.C. MA02=11111111112[flu 1. CONTRACTOR TO FIELD VERIFY THE LOCATION OF ALL UNDERGROUND UTILITIES PRIOR TO ANY CONSTRUCTION. 2• CONTRACTOR TO VERIFY ALL EXISTING GRADES AT "TIE-IN" LOCATIONS PRIOR TO ANY CONSTRUCTION AND REPORT ANY DISCREPANCIES TO THE PROJECT ENGINEER. 3. CONTRACTOR TO VERIFY BUILDING LOCATION AND DIMENSIONS PER ARCHITECTURAL DRAWINGS. NOTIFY ENGINEER IN CASE OF DISCREPANCIES. 4• CONTRACTOR TO COORDINATE THE PLACEMENT OF PRIVATE UTILITIES WITH THE APPROPRIATE UTILITY VENDOR AND THE ARCHITECTURAL DRAWINGS. 5. ALL CURVE DATA OR DIMENSIONING SHOWN HEREON IS REFLECTIVE OF EITHER BACK OF V-PAN OR BACK OF RIBBON CURB, UNLESS NOTED OTHERWISE. 6• PAVEMENT DESIGN SECTIONS SHOWN HEREON ARE BASED ENTIRELY UPON PAST DESIGN EXPERIENCE IN THE AREA. NO GEOTECHNICAL INFORMATION WAS PROVIDED, THEREFORE NO ASSURANCE OR CERTIFICATION IS GIVEN, OR SHOULD BE IMPLIED, FROM BANNER ASSOCIATES AS TO THE SECTIONS' STRENGTH, PERFORMANCE, OR SUITABILITY. 7. ALL CONSTRUCTION SHALL CONFORM TO THE CITY OF ASPEN AND/OR PITKIN COUNTY STANDARDS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR ROAD AND BRIDGE CONSTRUCTION. 8' ALL MATERIALS AND WORKMANSHIP SHALL BE SUBJECT TO INSPECTION BY THE CITY OF ASPEN, THE CITY OF ASPEN RESERVES THE RIGHT TO ACCEPT OR REJECT ANY SUCH MATERIALS AND WORKMANSHIP THAT DOES NOT CONFORM TO THE CITY OF ASPEN'S STANDARDS AND SPECIFICATIONS. 9' THE CONTRACTOR SHALL NOTIFY THE CITY OF ASPEN 48 HOURS PRIOR TO THE BEGINNING OF CONSTRUCTION. 10. CONTRACTOR SHALL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ALL COMPACTION TESTING NECESSARY AS REQUIRED BY THE CITY OF ASPEN. COMPACTION TESTING SHALL BE PERFORMED THROUGH AN APPROVED, INDEPENDENT, AND CERTIFIED SOILS LAB. 11, THE CONTRACTOR SHALL PROTECT THE SURFACE OF ALL CONCRETE AGAINST WEATHER, TRAFFIC, GRAFFITI AND SIMILAR ITEMS. CONCRETE DAMAGED FOR ANY REASON SHALL BE REPAIRED TO THE CITY OF ASPEN'S SATISFACTION. NO CONCRETE SHALL BE PLACED ON FROZEN GROUND. 12. ANY CONCRETE CURBING, SIDEWALK, OR CROSSPAN DAMAGED BY ROLLER DURING OR PRIOR TO PAVING, WILL BE REMOVED AND REPLACED AT THE CONTRACTOR'S EXPENSE. 3" MIN. BITUMINOUS PAVEMENT (COOT HBP GR-C) 8" MINIMUM AGGREGATE BASE COURSE (CDOT CL-6) REVIEWED DATE: _ REVIEWED DATE: _ SLOPE VARIES 1 /4" SEE PLAN /\ 12" 7 77,� n v PORTLAND CEMENT' 6' CONCRETE (CDOT CL-B) I-=- SECTION A -A (TYP.) RIBBON CURB/PAVEMENT STRUCTURE NOT TO SCALE FOR FOR VISTA ENGINEERING CORP. 2'-0" 1 '-0" 6" TYP. 6" PORTLAND CEMENT CONCRETE (CDOT CL-B) SECTION B-B CONCRETE V-PAN NOT TO SCALE 1U LOCATION OF TWO(2) 3.0' DOORS TO PROPOSED MAINTENANCE AREA PROVIDED BY SOPRIS ARCHITECTS. NEW 4' WIDE SIDEWALK TO CONSIST OF: 4" PORTLAND CEMENT CONCRETE (CLASS B), ON 4" AGGREGATE BASE COURSE (CLASS 6) COMPACTED TO A MINIMUM 95% OF AASHTO T-180, ON COMPACTED SUBGRADE. TOP 6" OF SUBGRADE SHALL BE COMPACTED TO AT LEAST 95% OF AASHTO T-99. MATCH NEW 4' WIDE SIDEWALK TO EXISTING SIDEWALK ELEVATIONS. ® STANDARD CONCRETE PARKING BLOCKS (6' LONG X 0.75' WIDE), SLOTTED ON BOTTOM TO ALLOW DRAINAGE TO FLOW THROUGH. O RELOCATE FIRE HYDRANT TO LOCATION SHOWN HEREON AND FURTHER DESCRIBED AS N 5029.8605, E 4940.3339, GROUND ELEVATION 85.20. © REMOVE EXISTING V-PAN FROM RETURN (PT. 179) TO FILLET (PT. 180) AT MINIMUM. ACTUAL REMOVAL TO BE TO NEAREST CONTROL JOINTS. ENTIRE FILLET AREA AND V-PAN SECTION WITHIN RIO GRANDE PL TO CONSIST OF 8" CONCRETE (CL-B) ON 6" AGGREGATE BASE COURSE (CL-6) TO ACCOMMODATE VEHICLE TRAFFIC LOADS. CONSTRUCT PER CONCRETE V-PAN DETAIL BELOW. 6" CONCRETE THICKNESS SPECIFIED TO ACCOMMODATE POTENTIAL VEHICLE TRAFFIC. BENCHMARK CP-2 (NO. 5 REBAR) N 5000.00, E 4871.49 ELEVATION = 95.15 3" HOT BITUMINOUS PAVEMENT (CDOT GR-C) L 6" AGGREGATE BASE COURSE (CDOT CL-6) VISTA ENGINEERING CORP. CONSULTING ENGINEERS AND LAND SURVEYORS 2777 CROSSROADS BOULEVARD o GRAND JUNCTION, CO 81606 • (970) 243-2242 REVISION I DATE -93 94- g0" g1 92 EXISTING PITKIN COUNTY BUILDING (FINISH FLOOR ELEVATION = 88.28) \o GR PNDE p�. R /SOS IN x wv - FLOWLINE INTERSECTION R� In w 0 w gwv �r r 6A 2 R 2 1 �. �7 : ± #„ 89 7 .43' 4.0' STAKEOUT COORDINATE TABLE NO. NORTH EAST ELEV DESC 163 4986.9801 4911.4447 88.25 TBC/WALK 164 4990.8388 4912.4931 88.05 TBC/WALK 165 4993.1832 4913.1301 87.90 PC TBC 166 4994.5887 4915.5849 87.80 PT TBC 167 4989.9424 4932.6737 87.90 ANGLE TBC 168 5004.4724 4939.7438 87.02 POL TBC 169 5019.0023 4946.8139 86.14 ANGLE TBC 170 5029.7700 4935.7490 85.43 PC TBC 171 5033.2027 4937.0959 85.15 PT TBC 172 5033.3003 4941.1689 84.97 PC TBC 173 5026.4128 4948.3358 85.24 END TBC 174 4992.4918 4891.1809 88.25 END LIP VPAN 175 5009.4042 4895.7761 87.27 PC LIP VPAN 176 5040.8127 4913.7279 85.26 PT LIP VPAN 177 5042.6497 4915.5207 85.04 PC LIP VPAN 178 5051.5719 4934.2549 83.98 PRC LIP VPAN 179 5066.9001 4947.8832 81.79 PT LIP VPAN MATCH 180 5049.9765 4948.3234 83.25 ANGLE LIP VPAN MATCH 181 5051.0002 4949.2970 83.06 FL INTERSECTION DESCRIPTION BY I CH'D PITKIN COUNTY •• FEET 10 0 10 FEET GRAPHIC SCALE SCALE: 1 INCH =10 FEET LEGEND -88- EXISTING CONTOUR LINE 88 PROPOSED CONTOUR LINE PROPOSED CONCRETE V-PAN PROPOSED CONCRETE RIBBON CURB 0- 168- PROPOSED SPOT ELEVATION PROPOSED GRADE RELOCATED FIRE HYDRANT SURVEY CONTROL STATION �l ^ - (` ^ CP 1 < N 5000 1 ^ E 5000 ELEV8 89.92 r, PITKIN COUNTY JAIL REMODEL ACCESS AND PARKING SITE PLAN ASPEN, COLORADO F C b. ASPEN, COLORADO SCALE: I" _ 10' SHEET NO: I JOB NO: I DATE: 4037.00-01 4-18-02 OF I a w w i • • • i STAN CLAUSON ASSOCIATES, LLC 200 E. MAIN STREET ASPEN, CO 81611 Telephone: (970)925-2323 Fax: (970)920-1628 Web: www.scaplanning.com R \0 GRPNDE P� FEET 0 FEET GRAPHIC SCALE SCALE: 1 INCH = / () FEET LEGEND - 88 - EXISTING CONTOUR UNE 88 PROPOSED CONTOUR UNE PROPOSED CONCRETE V-PAN PROPOSED CONCRETE RIBBON 89 i J 90 i i RELOCATED FIRE HYDRANT iI DATE: SHEET: Pitkin County Jail Remodel Access Drive and Parking gE3 May VISI0N5:2 Bleeker Street Landscape Plan Ll Aspen, Colorado