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HomeMy WebLinkAboutcoa.lu.tu.Ski Co Apres.A00802Ski Company Apres Ski Temporary Use, Gondola Plaza It d (4UU COMMUNITY DEVELOPMEft DFYARTMENT bwl130 South Galena Stream,, Aspen, Colorado 81611 (970) 920-5090 City of Aspen Land Use: 1041 Deposit 1042 Flat Fee 1043 H PC 1046 Zoning and Sign Referral Fees: 1163 City Engineer Cli 1205 Environmental Health I,�L 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 Remp 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. TOTAL NAME:. :! ! rY^ cc ADDRESS/ PROJECT:_ PHONE: CHECK# CASE/PERMIT#: j # OF COPIES: DATE: INITIAL: }'� CASE NUMBER PARCEL ID # CASE NAME PROJECT ADDRESS PLANNER CASE TYPE OWNER/APPLICANT REPRESENTATIVE DATE OF FINAL ACTION CITY COUNCIL ACTION PZ ACTION ADMIN ACTION BOA ACTION DATE CLOSED BY A008-02 2735-182-50102 Ski Company Apres Ski Temporary Use Permit Gondola Plaza (611 E. Durant) Fred Jarman Temporary Use Permit Aspen Skiing Company 3/11 /02 Reso. #20-2002 Approved 4/3/02 J. Lindt s 0 PARCEL ID: 2735-182-50102 DATE RCVD: 2/8/02 CASE NAME: Ski Company Apres Ski Temporary Use Permit NO A008-02 PROJ ADDR: Gondola Plaza (611 E. Durant) CASE TYP: Temporary Use Permit STEPST OWN/APP: Aspen Skiing Compa ADR PO Box 1248 C/S/Z: Aspen/CO/81612 PHN: 925-1220 REP: ADR: CIS/Z:' PHN: FEES DUEJ 1205 D 180 EH FEES RCVDA 1385 STAT: REFERRALS REF: — BY DUE:I MTG DATE REV BODY PH NOTICED F -- DATE OF FINAL ACTION: REMARKS CITY COUNCIL: PZ: ..: ... > - BOA: CLOSED: �} BY: 3� - DRAC: PLAT SUBMITD: PLAT (BK,PG): ADMIN: i i • • V IG�, MEMORANDUM TO: Mayor Klanderud and Aspen City Council THRU: Julie Ann Woods, Community Development Director FROM: Fred Jarman, City Planner RE: Resolution No.;?P, Series 2002: Ski Co Temporary Use DATE: March 11, 2002 APPLICANT: Aspen Skiing Company LOCATION: Silver Queen Gondola Plaza, Aspen SUMMARY: The Aspen Skiing Company is requesting Temporary Use approval to hold the "180 Spring Jam" and apres-ski events on the Silver Queen Gondola Plaza for 17 days in March and April. APPROVAL AUTHORITY OF CITY COUNCIL: The City Council may approve, approve with conditions, or deny this application for Temporary Use. The Temporary Use shall not exceed 180 days in duration. In this case, the Applicant is requesting a Temporary Use approval for 17 days. STAFF COMMENTS: The Applicant is requesting Temporary Use approval from the City Council to conduct apres-ski events during the weekends between March 16'' and March 3 1 " and to hold the "180 Spring Jam" from April 6t' through April 14'' at the Silver Queen Gondola Plaza at the base of Aspen Mountain. These proposed activities cover a total of 17 days. Regulations Regarding the Gondola Plaza The current zoning of the property where the Applicant proposes the apres-ski events is Conservation with an SPA (Specially Planned Area) Overlay. From a regulatory perspective, the Gondola Plaza is also part of the Little Nell Planned Unit Development (PUD) whose activities are regulated by the 1986 SPA Agreement and the 1997 Aspen Mountain Master Plan adopted by Pitkin County. Both regulations spell out specific uses of the Little Nell and activities on the Gondola Plaza. Specific language is included below: a. 1986 SPA Agreement between the City and Aspen Skiing Company The SPA includes language stating that a restaurant and Little Nell apres ski deck are permitted uses. It appears, however, in reviewing the SPA Agreement and precise plan that the area referred in the aforementioned language does not include the patio area directly surrounding the Gondola. b. The 1997 Aspen Mountain Master Plan This document, approved by Pitkin County with referral comments from the City of Aspen, provides a list of permitted activities allowed by right all year which include: 16. Special events, including weddings, concerts, children's activities, private parties, worship services and other group and social events. 18. Accessory recreational facilities and activities ancillary and natural to the spirit of skiing. While this document is not a City of Aspen regulatory document or adopted by the City of Aspen, the City does recognize that it was adopted through a process and supported by a community, of which, the City of Aspen is a part. Moreover, the intent of this language logically includes activities that would potentially take place at the Gondola Plaza, an integral part of the operations of Aspen Mountain similar to 24 Hours of Aspen, and World Cup Races held throughout the ski season that are natural to the spirit of skiing. As such, the language referred to above specifically indicates that events such that are proposed were contemplated to be allowed as permitted uses throughout the year. Event Specifics Events are expected to start at no earlier than 2:00 PM and end no later than 6:00 PM each day. The Applicant has received a Special Events Permit and noise variances for the events. Specifically, the Applicant is proposing to provide food and beverage service and amplified music. The Little Nell will provide food service. The Little Nell liquor license covers the area proposed for the events. A temporary bar will be set up on the slope next to the Lift 1 A bottom terminal. The Applicant received 13 noise variances for amplified music last year not to exceed 100 decibels. The Special Events Committee recommended City Council approve 17 noise variances for the entire event not to exceed 100 decibels. Bands and DJ's will perform from a stage, measuring 20' x 20', and located across the west side of the gondola terminal building in the current ski corral location oriented towards the mountain. A tent will protect the musicians and equipment. On mountain events include Dash for Cash, Kick Aspen Big Air Invitational contest, ski demos, sumo wrestling and public Nastar races. Restrooms will be provided in the public restrooms at the bottom of the Gondola Plaza. stairs. Portable toilets will be provided on the Plaza during the apr6s ski events if needed. Private security will be hired to assist with monitoring alcohol sales, crowd control and general security. In addition, Ski Patrol staff will be on -site and available to respond to minor medical incidents. The City's Police Department will also have community safety officers walk through the event. Ski Co will also provide a cell phone number to adjacent residents should any problems arise. Deliveries will be accommodated using the Little Nell delivery networks. Proposed Event Schedules are as follows for Apres-Ski Events From March 16 to March 31st: Date Day of Week um er o Days Marc 16 Saturday 1 March 17 Sunday 2 Marc 22 Fay nSatur 3 Marc 3 ay 4 Marc 4 Sunday 5 Marc 29 Friday 6 Marc 30 Saturday 7 Marc 1 Sunday Total Number of Days 8 "180 Spring Jam" Event Series from April 61h to April 10': Date Day of Week Number o_ Days April 6 Saturday 1 April Sunday 2 April Monday 3 April Tuesday 4 April 1Wednesday 5 Apri 11 Thursday April nay 7 April Saturday 8 April Sunday I'Total Number of Days SPECIAL EVENTS COMMITTEE: The Applicant met with the Special Events Committee on Tuesday, March 5th to discuss the details of the event. The Committee recommended that City Council approve this Temporary Use request with the following conditions: 1) The Special Events Committee recommends City Council approve noise variances for all event days not to exceed 100 decibels. In addition, the Applicant shall purchase and use a noise gauge in order to self -monitor the noise levels. 2) The Applicant shall provide the City Attorney's office with a copy of the Ski Co certificate of insurance prior to the event. 3) The Applicant shall not place any commercial banners or signs during the event that do not comply with the City's sign code. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff believes allowing this Temporary Use is appropriate for this location at the base of Aspen Mountain. Staff recommends approval of the Temporary Use for the weekends between March 16 and March 31't and from April 6tn through April 14th provided that the Applicant complies with the conditions in this approval, as well as the Special Events Permit and noise variance restrictions. Further, Staff recommends that this be the last Temporary Use approved for Spring Jam and that Council Direct the Applicant to pursue a SPA Amendment that will allow these types of uses, with approval of the Special Events Committee on an annual basis. This will minimize excess Staff and Council time spent on an already "tested" use that could more easily be monitored through the Special Events Committee. RECOMMENDED MOTION: "I move to approve Resolution NoV , Series of 2002 approving a Temporary Use application for 180 Spring Jam and apres ski events at the Gondola Plaza with conditions. CITY MANAGER'S COMMENTS: ATTACHMENTS: Exhibit A — Temporary Use Review Standards Exhibit B - Application A S P E N S KIING C O M P A N Y February 8, 2002 Fred Jarman City of Aspen Community Development Department 130 South Galena Aspen, CO 81611 Dear Fred; Enclosed find our Temporary Use Permit application for apres-ski events on the Gondola Plaza this spring. Aspen Skiing Company is requesting Temporary Use approval for apres-ski events at the base of Aspen Mountain on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays between March 16 and March 31, 2002 and for the Spring Jam event series from April 6-14, 2002. Instead of pursuing a duplicative Special Event Permit through the City staff process, Aspen Skiing Company is requesting that City Council also grant necessary approvals for the Special Event Permit. A copy of the Special Event Permit application is included with this application. Submittal Package Contents 1. Temporary Use application 2. Signed fee agreement 3. Pre -Application Conference Summary dated September 26, 2001 4. Street address and legal description 5. Total deposit - $1,385 6. Sketch site plan showing proposed apres-ski area 7. 180 Spring Jam schedule of events 8. 1998 Aspen Mountain Master Plan Listing of Uses section 9. Excerpt from 1986 Little Nell SPA Agreement 10. Neighbor letter 5 copies of the submittal package are being submitted to the Aspen Community Development Department. Aspen Skiing Company Post O_(%'ice Box 1248 • Aspen, CO 81612 970.925.1220 www. aspensnowmass. com ®Printetl on Recycled Paper RESOLUTION NO. (Series of 2002) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ASPEN CITY OF ASPEN APPROVING A TEMPORARY USE REQUEST FOR 180 SPRING JAM AND APRES-SKI EVENTS AT THE ASPEN MOUNTAIN GONDOLA PLAZA, CITY OF ASPEN, PITKIN COUNTY, COLORADO Parcel ID: 2 735-182-50-102 WHEREAS, the Community Development Department received an application from the Aspen Skiing Company (Applicant), represented by Chris Kiley, requesting the City Council grant a Temporary Use approval to hold the 180 Spring Jam and apres-ski events at the Aspen Mountain Gondola Plaza at the Little Nell; and WHEREAS, upon review of the application and the applicable Land Use Code standards, the Community Development Department recommended approval of the Temporary Use request; and WHEREAS, upon review of the application, the City of Aspen Special Events Committee, on March 5t' 2002, recommended City Council approve this Temporary Use request with conditions contained herein; 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 Community Development Director, and has taken and considered public comment at a public hearing; and, WHEREAS, the City of Aspen City Council approved, by a vote of _ to L — allowing the Applicant to hold the 180 Spring Jam and apres-ski events at the Aspen Mountain Gondola Plaza at the Little Nell; and WHEREAS, the City of Aspen 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 of Aspen City Council 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 COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ASPEN, COLORADO ON THE 11TH DAY OF MARCH 2O02, THAT: Section 1 Pursuant to the procedures and standards set forth in Title 26 of the Aspen Municipal Code, the City of Aspen City Council approved, by a vote of to (- - -) to allow the Applicant to hold the 180 Spring Jam and apres-ski events at the Aspen Mountain Gondola Plaza at the Little Nell with the following conditions: 1. The Applicant is restricted to conducting the approved apres-ski and "180 Spring Jam" events on the weekends between March 16'' and March 3 1 " and all the days of the week between April 6t' to April 14`h for a total of 17 days. 2. The Applicant shall work with residents in the area to resolve problems caused by the Temporary Use immediately including making a cell phone number available to Ski Co personnel in charge of the activities. 3. The Applicant shall issue a public service announcement to encourage people to take alternative modes of transportation to the event. 4. The Special Events Committee recommends City Council approve noise variances for all event days not to exceed 100 decibels. In addition, the Applicant shall purchase and use a noise gauge in order to self -monitor the noise levels. 5. The Applicant shall provide the City Attorney's office with a copy of the Ski Co certificate of insurance prior to the event. 6. The Applicant shall not place any commercial banners or signs during the event that do not comply with the City's sign code. 7. The Applicant shall submit a Land Use Application to the City of Aspen to amend the current Little Nell SPA to include these types of events as a permitted use. The Applicant shall be required to submit this application within 90 days of the approval date of this Temporary Use permit. Failure to submit this application by June 11 `h, 2002 shall preclude the Applicant from applying for any Temporary Use permit in the future for this type of an event. 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 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 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 Resolution is for any reason held invalid or unconstitutional in a court of competent jurisdiction, such portion shall be deemed a separate, distinct and independent provision and shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions thereof. Approved by the City Council at its regular meeting on March 11, 2002. APPROVED AS TO FORM: John P. Worcester, Cite Attorney ATTEST: Kathryn Koch, Aspen City Clerk CITY COUNCIL: Helen Kalin Klanderud, Mayor �`.�© C. Z, ?z: f . ASPEN MTN. APRES-SKI 2001 TEMPORARY USE APPLICATION Request The applicant requests Temporary Use approval for apres-ski events at the base of Aspen Mountain on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays between March 16 and March 31, 2002 and for the Spring Jam event series from April 6-14, 2002. This Temporary Use application also encompasses the Special Event Permit requirements, and approval of this application also constitutes Special Event approval. Noise variances for the 17 event days are requested as part of the Special Event Permit. SUmmary Aspen Skiing Company is applying to the City of Aspen for a Temporary Use Permit allowing a series of apres-ski events on the Silver Queen Gondola Plaza at the base of Aspen Mountain. The apres-ski series is planned between March 16 and March 31, 2002 and the 180 Spring Jam celebration is scheduled for April 6-14,2002. A tented stage for bands, a snow bar at the base of the Little Nell slope and an expanded drinking area on the plaza will help to carry the mountain -wide planned events onto the base at the end of the day. Special Event Permit Application Instead of pursuing a duplicative Special Event Permit through the City's staff process, Aspen Skiing Company is requesting that City Council also grant necessary approvals for the Special Event Permit. A copy of the Special Event Permit application is included with this application. This year's events are structured within the same parameters as last year's events and the affected neighbors have reviewed and agreed to the proposed event schedule. Noise variances for the 17 vent days are requested as a component of this application. Apres-Ski Temporary Use Permit Application • Application Contact Chris Kiley Planning and Development Department Aspen Skiing Company PO Box 1248 Aspen, Co 81612 970.923.8756 Event Contacts Steve Sewell Carolyn Barabee Mountain Manager, Aspen Mtn. Guest Service Manager, Aspen Mtn. Aspen Skiing Company Aspen Skiing Company PO Box 1248 PO Box 1248 Aspen, CO 81612 Aspen, CO 81612 970.920.0732 970.920.0707 Background The SPA agreement for the Little Nell base development (including the Little Nell Hotel, the Silver Queen Gondola terminal building and the Silver Queen Gondola Plaza) lists the operation of a "Restaurant and Little Nell apres ski deck" as a permitted use within the SPA. The Ajax Tavern, on the East side of the Gondola Plaza, offers food and beverage service on the deck during the day and for apres-ski in the afternoon during the ski season. The Tippler, on the West side of the Gondola Plaza, until recent years offered food and beverage service on its deck during the day and for apres-ski in the afternoon during the ski season. The Tippler closed for good in 2001, reopened temporarily for the 2001/02 winter season and will eventually be demolished and replaced by town homes. In September 2000 Aspen Skiing Company submitted an application to allow apres-ski activities on the Gondola Plaza on a season -long basis under a permanent tent. The apres-ski request was withdrawn from the application when it was discovered that the Tippler would re -open during the 2000/01 season. The tent would have impeded access to the Tippler. The Tippler subsequently chose not to operate for apres-ski. Apres-Ski Temporary Use Permit Application In March of 2001 Aspen Skiing Company applied for and received Temporary Use approval from the City Community Development Department and the City's Special Events Committee for 14 Spring Jam apres-ski events. Event Description The apres-ski series and the 180 Spring Jam events have been organized by the Aspen Skiing Company as a series of public events and parties taking place over the course of the spring. The series of 180 Spring Jam parties on the Silver Queen Gondola Plaza will coincide with activities planned for Aspen Mountain. On -mountain Spring Jam events include the Dash for Cash, KickAspen Big Air Invitational contest, ski demos, sumo wrestling, Rotary Club Benefit and public Nastar races. See the attached 180 Spring Jam event schedule for a detailed list of on -mountain events. The apres-ski parties will take place on the weekends (Friday -Sunday) from March 16 — March 31 over a total of 7 days. Each party will take place from 2:00 until 5:00pm or 3:00 — 6:00 pm depending on daylight hours. The Spring Jam parties will take place daily from April 6 —14 from 3:00 until 6:00pm. During the events, food and beverage service will be available and amplified music will be played from a temporary stage. Bands and dj's will be scheduled to perform from the stage during the parties each afternoon. The stage, measuring 20' x 20' and located across from the west side of the gondola terminal building in the current ski corral location, will be tented to protect the musicians and equipment. The stage will be oriented towards the west side of the Gondola Plaza and the bottom of the Little Nell slope. The west side of the Plaza will be set aside for the apres-ski crowd but will not impede pedestrian or skier access. Between 100-200 people are expected to attend the events during the week, and 200-300 on the weekends, although actual attendance could vary either way. Apres-Ski Temporary Use Permit Application Operations Description Alcohol will be available for sale at the apres-ski events. The Little Nell liquor license coverage extends to include the Gondola Plaza area, and Little Nell staff will be responsible for all beverage service. A temporary bar will be set up on the slope next to the Lift IA bottom terminal. Liquor -related issues have been addressed with Kathryn Koch in the Aspen City Clerk's office. Food will be served by the Little Nell. A booth will be set up on the Gondola Plaza serving pre -packaged foods including chips and pretzels and pre -made and wrapped cold sandwiches will also be available. When not being served, cold -held food will be stored in refrigerators and coolers. Food storage, service and handling issues will be addressed with Jannette Whitcomb in the Environmental Health Department and will follow last year's procedures. Restrooms for the temporary event are provided in the public restrooms at the bottom of the Gondola Plaza stairs. While it is not anticipated that the apres-ski will draw a significant crowd, if the first few events prove to draw more people than anticipated portable toilets will be rented and placed on the Gondola Plaza during the apres-ski events. No restroom-related problems occurred last year. Private security will be hired to assist with alcohol monitoring, crowd control and general security as warranted. In addition, Ski Patrol staff will be on -site and available to respond to minor medical incidents. There were no security issues last year. Deliveries will be accommodated using the existing Little Nell and Ajax Tavern delivery networks. Food and beverage orders will be added to the existing restaurant and hotel deliveries. Access for police, fire and medical emergencies will be maintained using the existing Dean Street access. No problems with Dean Street last year. A cell phone # will be provided to all neighbors should any problems arise. Apres-Ski Temporary Use Permit Application Compatibility with Aspen Mtn. Master Plan and Little Nell PUD The 1998 Aspen Mountain Master Plan, adopted by Pitkin County under Resolution No. 98-80, lists both "special events" and "accessory activities ancillary and natural to the spirit of skiing" as Activities Allowed as a Use By Right All Year. The Aspen Mountain Master Plan Listing of Uses section is attached to this application. The SPA agreement for the Little Nell base development (including the Little Nell Hotel, the Silver Queen Gondola terminal building and the Silver Queen Gondola Plaza) lists the operation of a "Restaurant and Little Nell apres ski deck" as a permitted use within the SPA. The relevant section from the Little Nell SPA is attached to this application. Review Criteria to be addressed in Application A. The location, size, design, operating characteristics, and visual impacts of the proposed use. Location, size, design and operating characteristics are addressed in the Event Description and Operations sections of this application. Visual impacts of the apres-ski parties will be negligible. The only visual obtrusion will come from the tented stage, which has been sited next to the existing gondola terminal building in part so that it blends in with the existing structure. The festive springtime crowd will serve to enliven the base of the ski area in the afternoon. B. The compatibility of the proposed temporary use with the character, density and use of structures and uses in the immediate vicinity. The temporary use is compatible with the character of the Silver Queen Gondola Plaza and the uses of the Aspen Mountain Ski Area, as well as with the existing apres-ski service at the Ajax Tavern. The Plaza is a Apres-Ski Temporary Use Permit Application suitable and appropriate place for the gathering of the public at the end of the ski day. C. The impacts of the proposed temporary use on pedestrian and vehicular traffic and traffic patterns, municipal services, noise levels and neighborhood character. The apres-ski series will have a minimal impact on vehicular traffic patterns and access. The events are envisioned as capturing skiers and snowboarders coming off the mountain at the end of the day. It is not anticipated that the apres-ski events will be viewed as a destination event that will draw people from outside of the immediate area. Similar apres- ski events at the Cirque Cafe in Snowmass do not generate additional vehicle traffic from outside Snowmass but instead draws skiers and snowboarders as they come down off the mountain. Last year's Spring Jam events did not generate additional demands on traffic and parking. Pedestrian and slopeside access in the plaza area will be maintained for through traffic and for skiers/snowboarders leaving the mountain. Municipal service demands including trash and utilities will be met through existing facilities at the Silver Queen Gondola Plaza and at the Little Nell Hotel. Trash will be collected from BFI containers placed on the Plaza by the event staff during and after the events. Trash will be hauled from the Little Nell dumpsters. Deliveries will be accommodated using the existing Little Nell and Aspen Mountain delivery networks. Food and beverage orders will be added to the existing restaurant and hotel deliveries. Access for police, fire and medical emergencies will be maintained using the existing Dean Street access. Apres-Ski Temporary Use Permit Application • • Noise levels from the music will exceed allowed standards. While noise was a significant concern prior to last year's events, the mitigation controls ultimately resulted in a compromise scenario that worked for both the event and the surrounding neighborhood. Noise levels, event times and speaker placement all minimized any adverse noise impacts. The City of Aspen's 65 decibel noise level cap requires that noise variances be requested for all 17 event days between 3:00 and 6:00pm or 2:00 — 5:00 pm depending on daylight hours. The proposed events are in line with the existing character of Aspen Mountain Ski Area and the Gondola Plaza and the associated apres-ski activities at the Ajax Tavern and (formerly at) the Tippler. D. The duration of the proposed temporary use and whether a temporary use has previously been approved for the structure, parcel, property or location as proposed in the application. The apres-ski and Spring Jam events will occur on 17 days over a 30 day period. The Silver Queen Gondola Plaza is the site for many events over the course of a year. Major races, including the 24 Hours of Aspen and the World Cup, contests, announcements, parties, fundraisers and celebrations are regularly staged on the Plaza. Last year's Spring Jam events occurred on 13 days over a 16 day period. E. The purpose and intent of the zone district in which the temporary location is proposed. The Silver Queen Gondola Plaza contains lands zoned Commercial Core (CC) and lands zoned Conservation (C). The parcel on which the temporary use is proposed is zoned Conservation. Ski lift and other ski Apres-Ski Temporary Use Permit Application 7 facilities is a conditional use within the Conservation zone district. The Little Nell SPA Agreement, however, constitutes the development regulations for the parcel and lists the operation of a "Restaurant and Little Nell apres ski deck" as a permitted use within the SPA. The relevant section from the Little Nell SPA is attached to this application. F. The relation of the temporary use to conditions and character changes which may have occurred in the area and zone district in which the use is proposed. The base of Aspen Mountain was a legendary apres-ski locale in the earlier days of Aspen skiing. That spirit has never been recaptured in the current Little Nell configuration, and changes like the lifting of the snowboard ban and events like as the Spring Jam are envisioned as helping to re -instill some of that lost flavor and energy. The base of Aspen Mountain, formerly a vibrant place, has taken on a stodgy reputation and is surrounded by many vacant second homes and condominiums. The Aspen Skiing Company firmly maintains that a ski area base, especially one with the international reputation enjoyed by Aspen, should be a fun and exciting place to hang out during and at the end of the ski day. G. How the proposed temporary use will enhance or diminish the general public health, safety or welfare. The planned series of apres-ski events will help to infuse Aspen Mountain with a breath of fresh air, and will positively enhance the existing activities in the Little Nell Gondola Plaza area and social atmosphere in Aspen. The events are intended as a general celebration as the ski season winds down, and the public is invited to participate. Apres-Ski Temporary Use Permit Application U ASPEN/PITKIN COJVL4 LAITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTYI NT Agreement for Payment of City of Aspen�W D,elrvelooment Application Fees CITY OF ASPEN (hereinafter CITY) and _ A� �liCpRF U`+ 1 (hereinafter APPLICANT) AGREE AS FOLLOWS: 1 • APPLICANT has submitted to CITY an application for ATI*�•�*? 't' MPO RY (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 all 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 arrd 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 make 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 ri-ermination of application completeness, APPLICANT shall pay an initial deposit in the amount of S2,585 which is for 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 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 associate i case processing have been paid. CITY OF ASPEN APP I Bv: By; OA74L—) �1-4j Julie Ann Woods �� • O�'O� Community Development Director Date: Mailing Address: A4j?f,J c*A1nS(,co.lPn�^( ;:'',support\forms\agrpayas.doc ��(�r 6o GIG `� 1/10/01 • • i I '�U�i�i, • 180 Aspen Spring lam April 5-14, 2002 Aspen, Colorado A Freeriding Festival Beginning April 5, 2002, Aspen will kick off its annual 180 Spring Jam, showcasing today's cutting edge skiing and snowboarding culture. The festival features the KickAspen Big Air, Quarterpipe Showdown, Wild Dash for Cash and Ultracross plus the daily Free Outdoor Concert Series, Festival Village, Apres Parties, Skate Jam and Action Sports Video Competition. $39 lift tickets and lodging deals from $751night are available for the entire month of April. Thousands enjoyed the live music, competitions and festivities during the 2001 event. Event Descriptions & Schedule Festival Demo Village — Competition registration, free industry demos, product sampling tents, music and style are key elements of the festival village located at the base of Aspen Mountain, Free Outdoor Concert Series and Apres Parties — Each afternoon the apres scene at base of Aspen Mountain rocks with the free Outdoor Concert Series, beer garden, contests and prize giveaways. Live bands perform daily on stage and a monster kicker at the base provides great spectator action with local skiers and riders hucking their best tricks for the crowd. Last years bands included Hieroglyphics, Slightly Stoopid, Shinehead, Sucker, Rocker T, DJ JS1, Boogie Machine & more. Competitions— All competitions are open to the public except the Kick Aspen Big Air Invitational. Spectators can watch the action from the base and on mountain restaurant decks. Live music, competitions and typical warm, sunny April weather provide the perfect opportunity to kick back and enjoy the festivities. After Parties — The party doesn't stop with apres-ski, each evening different local bars and nightclubs host after parties with live music, drink specials, outrageous contests and prize giveaways in spring break tradition. Schedule Highlights *schedule subject to change Friday, April 5 Video Competition & Welcome Party Saturday, April 6 Wild Dash for Cash, KickAspen Big Air Sunday, April 1 Quarterpipe Showdown & Wild Tubes Monday, April 8 -11 Pro Photo Shoots, Skate Jam, Free Demos Friday, April 12 TBD Saturday, April 13 Ultracross Sunday, April 14 Slopestyle For More Information call 910-925-1220, visit www.aspensnowmass.com or email info@aspensnowmass.com • CITY OF ASPEN PRE -APPLICATION CONFERENCE SUMMARY PLANNER: PROJECT: REPRESENTATIVE: Fred Jarman Ski -Co 180 Spring Jam Chris Kiley (923.8756) TYPE OF APPLICATION: Temporary Use DATE: 9/26/01 DESCRIPTION: The Aspen Skiing Company is requesting Temporary Use approval for the second annual "180 Spring Jam" at the base of Aspen Mountain. The proposal is for a series of apr6s-ski events on the Silver Queen Gondola Plaza, as well as on -mountain events on Aspen Mountain. The Temporary Use request is from February 15 through April 141n, 2002. Events are expected to start at 3:00 pm and end at 6:00 pm each day. The Applicant is aware that a special events permit is required from the Special Events Committee as well as noise variances to be decided by the Environmental Health Department & City Council. The Applicant has requested that -these review occur concurrently before City Council. PROCESS: Due to the length of time requested for the Temporary Use, a Temporary Use request wouold be decided by City Council for 180 days. The matrix below outlines all the proper procedures for the different requests and the appropriate decision making body for this application. Steps Land Use Request Hearing Body 1 i Temporary Use City Council Applicable Land Use Code Sections 26.304 Common Development Review Procedures 26.450 Temporary Uses Review by: Staff for completeness, Referral agencies for recommendations, Planning Director for a recommendation to City Council, Public Hearing: Yes, City Council Referral Agencies: Environmental Health Department & Special Events Committee Planning Fees: Planning Deposit ($1,205) Referral Agency Fees: Environmental Health Department, Minor ($180) Total Deposit: $1,385 (additional hours are billed at a rate of $205/hour) • is To apply, submit the following information: 1. Proof of ownership. 2. Signed fee agreement. 3. Applicant's name, address and telephone number in a letter signed by the applicant which states the name, address and telephone number of the representative(s) authorized to act on behalf of the applicant. 4. Street address and legal description of the parcel on which development is proposed to occur, consisting of a current certificate from a title insurance company, or attorney licensed to practice in the State of Colorado, listing the names of all owners of the property, and all mortgages, judgments, liens, easements, contracts and agreements affecting the parcel, and demonstrating the owner's right to apply for the Development Application. 5. Total deposit for review of the application 6. 1 Copy of the complete application packet and maps. Once Staff deems the application complete, Staff will request the required copies. (Referral Agencies = 1/ea; City Council = 8; and Planning Staff = 2) 7. An 8 1/2" by 11" vicinity map locating the parcel within the City of Aspen. 8. Draft Plat including topography and vegetation showing the current status, including all easements and vacated rights of way, of the parcel certified by a registered land surveyor, licensed in the state of Colorado. Contact Engineering Department if more specifics are needed. 920.5080. 9. A written description of the proposal and an explanation in written, graphic, or model form of how the proposed development complies with the review standards relevant to the development application. Please include existing conditions as well as proposed. Please refer to the review standards in the application. Process: Planner reviews case for completeness. Case planner contacts applicant and sets up a site visit. Staff reviews application to determine if it meets standards of review. Case planner makes a recommendation of approval, approval with conditions, or denial to the Community Development Director. A public hearing date is scheduled for the appropriate reviewing boards. 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. The summary does not create a legal or vested right. 10-03-01 12:49pm L111-1 , ) le � From -ASPEN SKIING CO, -SALES +9704293Z56 - � V 7- orth • off ell AugT.:st 26, 2001 Killeen Brettman Debbie Moore -Doyle Carolyn Barabe Aspen Skiing Company Aspen, CO 81611 Dear Killeen, Debbie and Carolyn, T-856 P.01/06 F-473 Thanit you for The oppornuniry to meet in advance and discuss your requests for Spring C Jam and weekend Apres Sld parties. After discussion between Jack, Chris, Sirious and myse �f, we suggest the following regarding your proposals: 180 ASPEN SPRING JAM. APRIL 5-14, 2002 10 consecutive days of public apres ski from 3pm - 7pm with live bands or amplified sound from 3pm until 6pm. All music to cease at 6pm. WEE'UND SKI PARTIES, MDAY-SUNDAY FEB15 - MARCH 31, 2002 7 weekends of public apres ski with live bands or amplified music to end by 5pm. Due to darkness and safety concerns, the parties should end by Spm in February and 6pm in March. In each instance the noise variance is not to exceed 100 decibels with the apres ski area to resemble last year's setup, (20x20 stage located and facing the gondola, IOx2Obar and drinking area on the concrete deck located on the west side of the Gondola). There is to be no lighting, tenting or permanent structures of any kind. The pedestrian access, security, sanitation, waste removal, Dean Street and parking issues continue to be a concern and should be addressed if situations arise. Thank you once again for including the neighborhood in your planning process. Sincerely, Joe R.iczak 555 E. Durant Avenue - Aspen, Colorado 81611 (970) 925-1510 • Fax (970) 92S-1550 Web: bttp://www.lfoa.com/nortbne11 E-mail: northnelQrof.net 16 198 IIi Mzm PITKIN COUNTY GOVT. P.10 Ilpdatad Listia of Usas USES BY RIG= Uses by, right are to be set by the adoption or this plan. Sermon 3-230. 30A of the Pidcin County Lanni Use Code stases that: ,,AC:dvides which are allowed all year are those uses which are ypically associated with the year -wand recreational. use of the mountain and have little or no environmental ar scrvica related kMpaC2' a Activities aDowed by right all year: 1. All existing uses and activities allowed by this Master Plan. 2_ General maintenance activities normally associated with the operation of the se area including but not limited to: a) Construction of new aid lift facilities as shown in the accompanying plan as well as lift construction,- renovation, upgrading and maintenance of lifts identdited is the ,ML aster Play to the extern that there is no signiffc= increase in either the bulk of the top or bottom terminals or that no increase in capacity is accomplished as a result of such work beyond capacities listed in the Master Plain b) Maintenance and renovation of 'buildings including a one-time expansion UP to 10% of total square fee` as Isted in this Masser Plan, or 1,000 feet, whichzver is less_ However, such expansion is subject to GMQS exemption and potentially 1041 hazard review. . c) All construction, renovation, and t ainte�+a*+ shall require approval within constzuction management plan as accepted and approved by the County The Plan shall be updated by the applicant,and approved by the County cverY three years- sh Modifications, renovations, upgrading and/or the demolition and reconstruction of g restaurant facilities in existing locations, provided thce is not an increase in E=jloyee- Generation Units (ECUs) as defined in Section 5-501. 1. c of the Pitidn County Land Use Cade. Such udlities shall be in camplia= with Pitlaa Couny site -specific 1041 and environmental health regulations conccming such activities. e) Ia the case of mouainia bile trails, Aspen Siding Company shall apply for an eard=ving pcmit regardless of whether or not 50 cubic. yards or less is being f) Water system, 2nproveme= including rauc water auPply, tired dL lmdoc and storage farcilities as deli on the proposed ' 'es maP- s�'MPro men shall, be in compliance. with Pitkin Cotmty site -specific 1041 and e v roamea tal health reguiaaons canc=ning scat wdvid=-.- 1 99 7 A s 9 e n Id a a a t s f a Na s t a r P1sx =L '-s ,CE' 1 � : aLqm r'- I Kill L_WLJII T triJv I - Upds:ed Lissi'ng�-Flses _ - •}�!'...,•,�_ g) Conss'-�`soa and operation of a buried :0,000 gallon fuel storlge facility as designated on the proposed faclities map. ylouataia for unities, trail rr+aint=- n) for handing 1041 issues on a .spen anc: and trail uas is as follows: of all I04 i issues is =uird; howav�, in the case wnerr the 1041 issue s Revicw ,� c,-:fain levities on �iuSively due to 10% slopes and no other 10 .1 cane' can be handld Aspen , ounrain nsay be ante? 1041 a=mval if =nnc.-:ru. through the earthmoving P=m t Proc--ss. ?,ny activity requizing the h=dag of over 50 aubic yards of dirt shall require, an earthmovin� Pe-�t ctIL and consuitvica with the planning division. Aced wall be made as to whe�-� or not I04 i issues can oe handld su�i and I041 approval can be hereby granted., or if a 1041 the e�'�3 proc-: s and must be made by the Community review is required- T'ne following -findings Mountain Development Dire�.or to genn t 1041 approvai for siapes within the An. ' t Plan bouadazies through the earthmoving review pmC=ss: 1) the activity has no 1041 concerns other than slopes,. which cats be tt through- the esrthmoving permit process; including but not limitd mi g thzou and =.tffc miugatioa plans; to drainage, mvegetation, erosion, eonstzzictian ?) remove theac'lvlty is: + id. estgniishCd ski Araii adgmnems and does not trc:s above, the amount specined inthe Land Use Code section 3-260; 3) the activity has be= identified within the apProved Aspen 'Mountain master Plan; 4) all other required approvals have be= gs-=md by either the a 5FS, land owners or the city of Aspen. Tune and lattice lift towers exceeding Z8 feet in hrgOL 4, Establishment of lift oozing tines, sic trail closures, grooming tea' rn'ow ,g efforts and other on -going mountain management issues. ��;;^R snowbo foot passenger. mountain blues. nerd 5 pions of 11r�S for + other uses as designated by mourtmSUMia operations SUM and span. of ^- bui3aiags inc=limitell �w 6- Operation.oc� operamr� Patrol stations, warming h� �Pme= shoe d,ebuildingssc b is the ac:arap�9- maIcnB Pt�BO�� and other buildings as in& DIM 1 9' 4 7 a s 3t c ti a t t i ¢ L: t s r r l a s � a p _ ._ _,.. _ . Sc? i6 '�6 1 =AM P.TT C:L;NT" GOUT. 0 P.1Z Updit_d Listing of Uses 7. i icirt sales arcs_!. .,A S. R rctaurants, including indoor and outdoor eazag and drrinlcng esi3bLL% ment3- 9. P4=ics- 10. Places fcr the retailing of goods in re?arion to mountain operatdons. 11. Offices in suppert of mountain operations. 1_. Option of :he gondola and Sunder.Sc for nig:= use, on a thre3-year expo imennl basis, as spacined in this R.-solurion (SCCC R-soluuon No. PZ-98__). 1j. Siding, snowboarding, snowshoeing, cress -country sidins3, mountain bi ,rQ and any other non -+motor.: ed :ec:esnonal endeavors an Fcdmal, State and locally controlled lands berh inside and outside of the sld area p=mit boundary as permit- ted. 14. Use of adjacent public and private lands, where allowed by =% olling parties, fcr recreational endeavors. R=tal and sales of re--esrional equipment and goons relaxed to uses On the dL area and adjacent lands, including cross-country and snow -I=,- reads and. sales. (Lhm use will be rcsolved as part of the Ri hmn i MH-NTSSter Pl=) 16. Special events, including weddings, canccrts, childrea's activities, private parties, worship services and other group and social events_ 17, R�ng uphill and downhill an foot, snowshoes, sids and other devicss act arding to regulations established by mountain operations staff 18. Accessory recreational facilities and activities ancillary and nattaal to the spirit of Siding. 19. Cra.=:ng on Forest Sernc: Lanes wizen allowed by Special Use Pets dhrough the Forest Servict. 20. Mountain sign system, which shall -=n= is character with cdsang levels of sc- vice on. the = = n, which includes no lighting or advertising. 21. Facility `,tom which which to stage bade: auatry activities = a4ao IIL gabiic and private lands. (1 ais tie will be resolved as part of the R= Iu H Maw plan-) employe- housing (two touts within S'Ad P�1 1,11 �T�e" builder anti one emit within the Sunreci)_ 1 9 9 7 A 3 p 4 n 0 u n t L i a 34 zs t e r g l o m Updac�d Lt°:ia� U�°s a Z , Communication s=issi.oa situ, as loci at:e top of Buckaora Trail. We= lines, water � facilities, Wxc: a=, cam air lines and OtherZ4. mn mnhin� V, testae- . such utilities recurred �r the ogeratioa of exstiag ties shall be in compliance with rants and other such in the area. Such ur.1i pitjcn County sift-;pe^�.iic 1041 and =viroameatai hcsith re3u'=oas conc 3 such. activi-lim < k tjs roads or maintenance and =n==-d= of facilities wig � a �' ��t of such roads shall be included as part of the � n1an8$ Development cn me loca- plans submitted to the Counri, and may require 1041 approval based uP tioa of such roads- 26. Vchicle and equipnw= main ==:: shops =r- z summit gondola building. 27, Nigh explosives storage as located neat Aspen. Motmtain stmunit Vehicle maintea- ancr building. 2g„ public restrooms. Z9. Operation of '=egenc r first aid Lacmties_ ^0_ Consist' oa of anew sE Patrol burlaing coasts of 1,80C s-f, as designated On ail c�.trre.=uses of e�sting &'ty the proposed. racilrncs t ann incorporating ail 104 i Such in proveme= shall be in compliance, with Pluto. County site -IT health re anions car�—�g such activities. and environmental 8'� Uses allowed by right when lifts an operating or during the preporatioa for the open- ing of the lid area. 1 _ Sic school =dvides including meeting arcs and structures described in the plan- 2. Sld =ils operation on all trails shown and described in accompanying Plan- Tkiing azid mowaoarcirng: 4. Snowmaldng in areas shown as existing covered areas. 5. Avalanche control work acc ompiished by the use of high exPlosives. 6. Snow 90 owing inc'riding but not limited to, rolling, compaction, CAS• dozing ands 1 g `_ T` A s 7 a s .1[ a rr rr t a r It cif a s t e r P I a n SEP :6 (:OLNTY GOVT. F. 1-4 Upol;ed L[s:{TI1 o.' Uses Uses :allowed BY Sgesiil Rtvfew 1. Pandora's Iift and -raII3. i .is azrs will be presented as an amem:mear ter the Aspen Mountain .Vaster Pl= r wing of pamg i.ders and hang g?id= :57cm dew locations as shown on actE111YIni maps. (This '= will 'ae :solved as past of the R chmAnd M Master plan•) 3 Guided and ae f.T.iidai environmental tours on foot, snowshoes, aids and snow boards (ibis use will be =cIved as part of the Richmond Fain Mas= Plan_) 4. Tours of mining operations within the rki aces pc= it boundary, including ticket sales from aki area aciliues for tours. (This ie will be resolved as pert of the F.ichmcnd Hill Master Plan.) Growth Management Quota System Exempdons Fursuant to Section 3-15030$, and 30-2303UE of tha Pidaa Caunty Land Use Code. 1, All new li.$ con=uctlon, including line. ens+=' =' ry Cumers, cables, wheel a9sse:n- bdes, etc. ) top and bcttom drive anii return sons and lift operators' cabins. ;. Expansions of wdsti,ng restate aa. which do not te need for additional Employ= Gener�on Units. (ECZi's) is ac=rd.anc-- with Section 3-150. 150 of the Pit;da County Land Use Code_ 4. Egamions of any individual buildings on the mountain other thin restaurants and lift tap and bottom drive terminals which do not aerate a nerd for additional Employe-- Generation Units (EGUs) in accordance with Section 3-150. 150 of the Pita n County Land Lae Code. Exemptions from Building Department and Engineering Department Reviews .; ..� •: • �..• ..n • .• .•....•�. •. Will come Colorado lr=wzyBoard :.. the U, nited Stat= FamtSuch u.. •vaj(iccmen= ahalle. • the Building 1 .:. •n-. .• V=Iff Nu t IU •• ■..r. made and th= • .• . .•• :• t 9 9 7 A S p t a r P I a n SPA AGREEMENT FOR LITTLE NELL BASE DEVELOPMENT THIS SPA AGREEMENT is made and entered into this day of' - Cc., 1986, by and between the CITY OF ASPEN, COLORADO, 'a municipal corporation and home -rule city (hereinafter referred to as "City") and the ASPEN SKIING COMPANY, a Colorado general partnership (hereinafter referred rn � � r to as "Owner n rn -i RECITALS: rn y �7= 1-3 oz =M o = C� rn "--2 _'3 1. The Owner has submitted to the City for approval, execution and recordation, an SPA Precise Plan for Development (hereinafter referred to as the "Precise Plan") pertaining to the development of a gondola, lift facilities and lift buildings known as the "West Wing" and a hotel and commercial project known as the "Little Nell Hotel" (hereinafter collectively referred to as the "Project") on a tract of land situate within the City of Aspen, Colorado, legally described on Exhibit "1" attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference; and, 2. The Owner has received all requisite development approvals from the City for the Project except for a Growth Management Allocation for the new commercial space produced by the Project which applicant will apply for in August, 1986. The development approvals that the Owner has received include the following: - I - (a) Growth Management Allocation for ninety-two (92) lodge units for the hotel (approved by City Council on April 14, 1986), (b) 8040 Green Line Review approval (approved by P&Z on March 18, 1986), (c) Mountain Viewplane Review approval (apprcved by P&Z on March 18, 1986), (d) Conditional Use approval for hotel in the CC Zone, ski lift and other ski facilities in the Conservation Zone (approved by P&Z on March 18, 1986) , (e) Change of Use approval for employee housing at Holiday House (approved by P&Z_on March 18, 1986, and by City Council on April 14, 1986), (f) SPA Conceptual Plan approval and Precise Plan approval (approved by P&Z on March 18, 1986 and by City Council on April 14, 1986), (g) Rezoning of Conservation Zone to SPA (approved by P&Z on March 18, 1986 and by City Council on April 28, 1986) 3. The City has fully considered the Precise Plan and the proposed development and improvement of the lards therein, and the anticipated benefits and burdens to other adjoining neighboring properties in the downtown area in general by reason of the proposed development and improvement of the lands included in the Precise Plan, all in accordance with Article VII and other related provisions of the necessary to protect, promote and enhance the public health, safety and welfare; and, 7. Under the authority of Article VII of the Municipal Code, the City is entitled to assurances that the matters hereinafter agreed to will be faithfully performed by Owner and Owner's successors and assigns; and, 8. Owner is willing to enter into such agreements with, and to provide such assurances to, the City. WITNESSETH: NOW THEREFORE, in cons ideraticn of the premises, the mutual covenants herein_ contained, and the approval, execution, and acceptance of the Precise Plan for recordation by the City, it is agreed as follows: I. USE, AREA AND BULK REQUIREMENTS The Precise Plan attached hereto as Exhibit "2" including all conditions of approval and representations of the applicant incorporated within the body of this agreement shall constitute the development regulations for this parcel of land. The underlying zones on the parcel upon which an SPA designation exists shall remain as CC and C as they are — d — • presently designated on the officially adopted City of Aspen Zoning Maps as of April 14, 1986. A. The following area and bulk requirements shall serve as guidelines to help administer the development of the Project which is to be built in accordance with the Precise Plan. 1. Minimum lot area 3,000 sq. ft. 2. Minimum lot area per dwelling unit No requirement 3. Minimum lot width No requirement 4. Minimum front yard 26 ft. 5. Minimum side yard No requirement 6. Minimum rear yard No requirement 7. Maximum height 8. Minimum distance between No requirement primary and accessory buildings 9. Percent of open space required for building site (minimum) * 25% 10. External floor area ratio 1.93:1 -83,265 sq. ft. (maximum)(variation) 11. Internal floor area ratio No requiremen'C_ 12. Off street parking spaces: internal to the Project building 118 external to the Project building .15 (9 in drop-off lane; 4 in parallel parking along drop-off island, and 2 service delivery bays) 13. Utility/trash service area no less than 36 ft. in length (variation) - 5 - PL Open space for the parcel shall include all areas { meeting the definition of Section 24-3.7(d) ofz the Municipal Code, provided that the requirements o- Subsection 24-3.'7 (d) (Y)' shall not apply to this parcel. B. Uses Permitted. The following uses shall be permitted in the area governed by the Precise Plan or shall be conditional uses if so noted: 1. Hotel (conditional) 2. Retail commercial 3. Ski accessory retail to include ski shops, repair, rental and storage 4. Open use recreation 5. Restaurant and Little Nell apres ski deck 6. Additional retail commercial as specified under perrr,itted uses in the CC Zone, Section. 24-3.2 of the Municipal Code 7. Ski area administrative offices and ski school 8. Shipping and receiving for hotel and mountain fcod service and other mountain operations 9. Storage of materials accessory to the above 10. Cabaret and night club 11. Activities associated with emergency medical - service for treatment of injured skiers 12. Ski lifts and lift buildincs (conditional) 13. dazes and skier milling areas - 6 - Exhibit i Alpine Surveys P Y 414 North Mill Street Post Office Box 1730 Aspen, Colorado 81612 303 925 2688 April 3, 1986 Job No. 85-121 REVISED DESCRIPTION OF ENTIRE LITTLE NELL S.P.A. (This description supersedes that of February 24, 1986) A PARCEL OF LAND SITUATED IN THE CITY OF ASPEN, PITKIN COUNTY, COLORADO, MORE FULLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF BLOCK 102 IN SAID CITY OF ASPEN; THENCE S 75009'11" E 220.00 FEET ALONG THE NORTHERLY LINE OF SAID BLOCK 102 TO A POINT 10.00 FEET EASTERLY OF THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF LOT H OF SAID BLOCK 102; THENCE S 14050'49" W 241.76 FEET TO A POINT HALFWAY BETWEEN THE NORTHERLY LINE OF WATERS AVENUE AND THE SOUTHERLY LINE OF UTE AVENUE; THENCE N 75009'11" W 29.34 FEET ALONG SAID HALFWAY LINE TO THE INTERSECTION WITH THE NORTHERLY LINE OF LOT 21, UTE ADDITION; THENCE N 38035'40" W 16.98 FEET ALONG SAID NORTHERLY LINE OF LOT 21 TO THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF SAID LOT 21; THENCE S 45021'00" W 124.28 FEET ALONG THE WESTERLY LINE OF SAID LOT 21 TO THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF LOT 21, UTE ADDITION, SAID CORNER BEING ALSO A POINT ON LINE 1-9 OF THE ORIGINAL ASPEN TOWNSITE; THENCE N 75009'11" W 50.00 FEET; THENCE N 14050'49" E 51.30 FEET; THENCE N 30009'11" W 34.00 FEET; THENCE N 75009'11" W 235.35 FEET; - THENCE N 15030'00" E 126.67 FEET TO A POINT ON LINE 8-9 OF THE ORIGINAL ASPEN TOWNSITE; THENCE N 74023'18" E 13.11 FEET ALONG LINE 8-9 TO CORRdsR NO. 9 OF THE ORIGINAL ASPEN TOWNSITE; THENCE S 40001'52" E 52.02 FEET ALONG LINE 1-9; THENCE S 75009'11" E 4.92 FEET TO A POINT ON THE WESTERLY LINE OF LOT R, BLOCK 98, CITY OF ASPEN; THENCE N 14050'49" E 10.00 FEET ALONG SAID WESTERLY LIVE OF LOT R TO A POINT ON THE SOUTHERLY LINE OF DEAN AVENUE; THENCE S 75009'11" E 60.24 FEET ALONG SAID SOUTHERLY LINE TO A POINT ON THE WESTERLY LINE OF VACATED HUNTER STREET; THENCE N 14050'49" E 50.00 FEET ALONG SAID WESTERLY LINE TO THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF LOT I, BLOCK 97, CITY OF AS -EN: Exhibit 1 Page 2 Job No. 85-121 Revised Description of Entire Little Nell S.P.A. April 3, 1986 THENCE S 75009'11" E 75.00 FEET TO THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF LOT A, BLOCK 102, CITY OF ASPEN; THENCE N 14050'49" E 100.00 FEET ALONG THE WESTERLY LINE OF SAID LOT A TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING; CONTAINING 88,567 SQUARE FEET, MORE OR LESS. MEMORANDUM TO: Mayor and City Council THRU: Amy Margerum, City Manager John Worcester, City Attorney Julie Ann Woods, Community Development Director Joyce Ohlson, Deputy Director FROM: Nick Lelack, Planner RE: Aspen Skiing Company - Temporary Use for 180 Spring Jam DATE: March 27, 2001 SUMMARY: The Aspen Skiing Company (Applicant) is requesting Temporary Use approval for 180 Spring Jam at the base of Aspen Mountain. The proposal is for a series of apres-ski events on the Silver Queen Gondola Plaza, as well as on mountain events. The first Temporary Use request is for March 31through April 5, with an extension from April 9 through April 15. Events are expected to start at 3:00 pm and end at 6:00 pm each day. The Applicant has received a Special Events permit and noise variances for the events. Specifically, the Applicant is proposing to provide food and beverage service and amplified music. Food service will be provided by the Little Nell. The Little Nell liquor license covers the area proposed for the events. A temporary bar will be set up on the slope next to the Lift 1A bottom terminal. The Applicant has received 13 noise variances for amplified music from City Manager Steve Barwick. Six noise variances have been approved for the events, seven of which limit volumes to 100 decibels at the property line. Bands and DJ's will perform from a stage, measuring 20' x 20', and located across the west side of the gondola terminal building in the current ski corral location oriented towards the mountain. A tent will cover to protect the musicians and equipment. On mountain events include Dash for Cash, KickAspen Big Air Invitational contest, ski demos, sumo wrestling and public Nastar races. Restrooms will be provided in the public restrooms at the bottom of the Gondola Plaza stairs. Portable toilets will be provided on the Plaza during the apres ski events if needed. Private security will be hired to assist with the monitoring alcohol sales, crowd control and general security. In addition, Ski Patrol staff will be on -site and available to respond to minor medical incidents. The City's Police Department will also have community safety offers walk through the event. Deliveries will be accommodated using the existing Little Nell and Ajax Tavern delivery networks. The Applicant is also issuing public service announcement to encourage people to take alternative modes of transportation to the event. The property is zoned Conservation with the Little Nell Specially Planned Area (SPA) Overlay Zone District. The SPA Agreement for the Little Nell base development lists "Restaurant and Little Nell apres ski deck" as a permitted use. Staff believes allowing this Temporary Use is appropriate for this location at the base of the mountain. Staff recommends approval of the Temporary Use from March 31 through April 5. Staff further recommends approval of an extension of this use from April through April 15, provided that the Applicant complies with the conditions in this approval, as well as the Special Events Permit and noise variance restrictions. REVIEW CRITERIA: 26.450.030 Criteria Applicable to all Temporary Uses When considering a development application for a temporary use, City Council shall consider, among other pertinent factors, the following criteria as they, or any of them, relate thereto. A. The location, size, design, operating characteristics, and visual impacts of the proposed use. Staff Finding: Staff believes the location, operating characteristics, and visual impacts of the proposed 180 Spring Jam are appropriate given that the Applicant and neighbors have agreed on these issues and the Special Events Committee reviewed and approved the events. Staff believes this criterion is met. B. The compatibility of the proposed temporary use with the character, density and use of structures and uses in the immediate vicinity. Staff Finding: Staff believes the proposed temporary use is compatible with the character of the density and use of structures at the base of Aspen Mountain. The immediate area consists of multi -family residential, tourist accommodations, and a variety commercial uses related to the ski industry. The residents support the events as proposed. The has proven to be compatible with this area in other events such as 24 Hours of Aspen. Staff believes this criterion is met. C. The impacts of the proposed use on pedestrian and vehicular traffic and traffic patterns, municipal services, noise levels, and neighborhood character. Staff Finding: The event is intended to attract the mountain's skiers to a festive atmosphere at the base area at the end of the day. Most pedestrian and vehicular traffic should be minimal; people working, living, and visiting town will likely walk to the event, and others coming to the events will likely take the bus. Noise variances have been granted for 13 days, seven of which limit noise volumes to 100 decibels at the property line. Staff believes the adverse impacts of the proposed use on pedestrian and vehicular traffic and traffic patterns, municipal services, noise levels, and neighborhood character will be minimal based on the Special Events Committee's approval of the events and neighborhood input. Staff believes the positive impacts on the neighborhood character — downtown, lodges, restaurants, shops, etc. — will be substantial. Staff believes this criterion is met. Staff believes this criterion is met. D. The duration of the proposed temporary use and whether a temporary use has previously been approved for the structure, parcel, property or location as proposed in the application. Staff Finding: The proposed temporary use would be for 13 days. The first temporary use would be from March 31 through April and the extension would be from April 9 through April 15. The events would occur from 3 pm to 6 pm daily. Other events approved for this area include the 24 Hours of Aspen, World Cup, and more. Staff believes this criterion is met. E. The purposes and intent of the zone district in which the temporary use is proposed. Staff Finding: Two zone districts and one overlay zone district exist in the immediate area. The Silver Queen Gondola is zoned Commercial Core, and the area surrounding the Gondola is zoned Conservation. The Little Nell SPA Overlay Zone District also exists on the property. Ski lift and ski facilities is a conditional use within the Conservation Zone District, and the Little Nell SPA Agreement allows "Restaurant and Little Nell apres ski deck" as a permitted use. Staff believes the proposed temporary use is compatible with these zone districts. F. The relation of the temporary use to conditions and character changes which may have occurred in the area and zone district in which the use is proposed. Staff Finding: Staff believes the temporary use will help restore the vibrant atmosphere that once existed at the base of the mountain, and boost the local economy during a slower time of the year in the Commercial Core Zone District. Staff believes this criterion is met. G. How the proposed temporary use will enhance or diminish the general public health, safety, or welfare. Staff Finding: This temporary use is expected to enhance the public health, safety, and general welfare of the community by providing a significant boost to the economy during a slower time of the year, and provide an opportunity for skiers and downtown workers, residents, and visitors to gather for spring time fun. Staff believes this criterion is met. RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends the Community Development Department approve the Temporary Use Permit for 180 Spring Jam as proposed in the revised application, dated March 23, 2001, with conditions. ATTACHMENTS: Exhibit "A" — Application Exhibit "B" — Spring Jam Compromise Proposal Exhibit "C" — Referral Comments • • NOTICE OF DECISION The Community Development Director hereby approves the Aspen Skiing Company's (Applicant) Temporary Use Permit for 180 Spring Jam for March 31, 2001 through April 5, 2001, from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm, with conditions below. 1. The Spring Jam Compromise Proposal and 180 Aspen Spring Jam Event Mitigation plan (Exhibit "B") are carried out exactly as approved by the Special Events Committee and City Manager. 2. The Applicant shall work with residents in the area to resolve problems caused by the Temporary Use immediately. The Community Development Director hereby approves the Aspen Skiing Company's Temporary Use Permit Extension for 180 Spring Jam for April 9, 2001 through April 15, 2001, from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm, with conditions below. 1. The conditions for the Temporary Use Permit remain in full force and effect. 2. Any and all issues raised during the first Temporary Use period are adequately addressed by the Applicant and approved by the City of Aspen. Failure to adequately address any issue to the complete satisfaction of the City of Aspen shall render the Temporary Use Permit extension null and void. APPROVED BY: Julie Ann Woods Date Community Development Director p � � CITY COUNCIL AGENDA March 11, 2002 5:00 P.M. I. Call to Order II. Roll Call III. Citizens Comments & Petitions (Time for any citizen to address Council on issues NOT on the agenda. Please limit your comments to 3 minutes) IV. Special Orders of the Day a) Mayor's Comments b) Councilmembers' Comments c) City Manager's Comments d) Board Reports V. Consent Calendar (These matters may be adopted together by a single motion) a) Resolution #12, 2002 - Contract Addendum Engineering Services Cemetery Lane Trail and Streetscape b) Resolution #19, 2002 - Extension of Application Deadline - Barbee, Parking Lot c) EPS Housing Master Plan Contract Amendment d) Appointment of Open Space Board Members e) Appointment to RFTA Covenant Enforcement Commission f) Minutes - February 25, 2002 VI. Public Hearings a) Ordinance #6, 2002 - 615 East Bleeker - Growth Management Allotment b) Ordinance #7, 2002 - Aspen Mountain Final PUD Lot 3 c) Ordinance #1, 2002 - Code Amendments - Historic Preservation d) Ordinance #2, 2002 - Historic Preservation Benefits e) Resolution #20, 2002 - Temporary Use - Aspen Skiing Company f) Resolution #21, 2002 - Obermeyer Eligibility for COWOP VII. Action Items a) Buying Down Unit at North Forty VIII. Executive Session - Land Acquisition IX. Adjournment Next Regular Meeting March 25, 2002 COUNCIL SCHEDULES A 15 MINUTE DINNER BREAK APPROXIMATELY 7 P.M.