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Home My WebLink Aboutcoa.lu.tu.Ski Co Apres.A00802 '.w.,.,."".J:. CASE NUMBER PARCEL ill # 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 r"; A ,j' r"'\ t1 ~la, FROM: MEMORANDUM Mayor Klanderud and Aspen City Council y Julie Ann Woods, Conununity Development Director Fred Jarman, City Planner (5. Resolution No.'lO, Series 2002: Ski Co Temporarv Use TO: THRU: RE: 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. SkiCo Temporary Use 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. .~ r\ ,. .'! STAFF COMMENTS: The Applicant is requesting Temporary Use approval from the City Council to conduct apres-ski events during the weekends between March 16th and March 31 st and to hold the "180 Spring Jam" from April 6th through April 14th at the Silver Queen Gondola Plaza at the base of Aspen Mountain. These proposed activities cover a total of 17 days. Reeulations Reeardine 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 beset up on the slope next to the Lift lA bottom terminal. f'\ r\ J The Applicant received 13 noise variances for amplified music last year not to exceed 100 decibels. The Special Events Committee reconunended 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 apres 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 acconunodated using the Little Nell delivery networks. Proposed Event Schedules are as follows for Apres-Ski Events From March 16 to March 31st: 4 5 Apn Apn Apn Apn Apn Apn Apn Apn Apn 5 i"'"'\ t"'\ SPECIAL EVENTS COMMITTEE: The Applicant met with the Special Events Committee on Tuesday, March 5th to discuss the details of the event. The ColIlIllittee recollllIl~!1ded t!J.~19ty Council approve this Temporary Use request with the following conditions: .' 1) The Special Events Conunittee reconunends 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 Attomey's office with a copy of the Ski Co certificate of insurance prior to the event. 3) The Applicant shall not place any conunercial 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 reconunends approval of the Temporary Use for the weekends between March 16th and March 31st and from April 6th 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 NoW, 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: A TT ACHMENTS: Exhibit A - Temporary Use Review Standards Exhibit B - Application f'\ .. ~ Asp ENS K I IN G COM PAN 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 onthe 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 Dep1ment. Snc~~elY, ;\ Chri~~ Aspen Skiing Company Post Office Box 1248 -Aspen, CO 81612 970.925.1220 www.aspensnoUimass.com 'ed on Recycled Paper -'" 'I ?,wlt:v~ @ {""C, fv:" t; f5'tl,/w iJ...vw./--: ",...", ro. , . - f' C', f, 4.niAL. - 47 ! nl of Sru. 't?!/(/.t J -v ... ,NIl! .... r'- fi'I.J 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 l6andMilrcn:n;1002 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 l7evel1t 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 tentec!stilge for '.,.. .>.", .'.".'.,o;.y' ..,.,' ... .:. ..' bands, a snow bar at the base of the Little :N ell slope and an expanded drinking area on the plaza will help to carry the mountain-wide planned events ont6thebase<~nh6~nd 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~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 Mountain Manager, Aspen Mtn. Aspen Skiing Company PO Box 1248 Aspen, CO 81612 970.920.0732 Carolyn Barabee Guest Service Manager, Aspen Mtn. Aspen Skiing Company PO Box 1248 Aspen, CO 81612 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 2000101 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 2 r-, r) In March of200lAspen Skiing Company applied for and received Temporary Use approval from the City Community DeveJopmentDepartment and the City's Special Events Committe~ fori4'spriIlgJmnaprescski eveIltS. 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. bn.cmoiiliiiin.'$pnngJamevents include the D.ash 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 SpnIlgJam parties willtaJ<.e place daily from April 6 -14from :3:00 un.til 6:00pm. During the events, food and beverage service will be available and amplified music will be played from a temporary stage. Bands imddj's will be scheduled to perform from the stage during the parties each afternoon. The stage, measuring 20' x 20' and located across from th~W,est 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 ofIhe 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 3 ~ r:-~-\ 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 lA 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 4 ~ ~ v 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 5 " r, suitable and appropriate place for the gathering ofthe 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 skierslsnowboarders 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 Pennit Application 6 r'\ r-. 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 ~ I~ 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 ofthe 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 offresh 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 8 r-: ,-, ~ ~ ASPENfPITKIN COM.c'YfCNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTME:'-iT Agreement for P:.1Vrnent of City of Aspen Development Application Fees CITY OF ASPEN (hereinafter CITY) and A~ ~lN& CO~'f'AN~ (hereinafter APPLICANT) AGREE AS FOLLOWS: I. APPLICANT has submitted to CITY an apolication for Amh'~1 ~~tl'( V6E - (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 ,aITd CITY further agree that it is in the interest of the parties that APPLICANT make payment of an initial deposit and to thereafter pennit additional costs to be billed to APPLICANT on a monthly basis. APPLICANT agrees additional costs may accrue following their heatings 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 ils 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 andlor 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 rl.tennination of application completeness, APPLICANT shall pay an initial deposit in the amount of $.'2./&JSS _ 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 penn its be issued until all costs associate i case processing have been paid. . Julie Ann Woods Community Development Director CH'AS ~~ \\ '0\ 00\ CITY OF ASPEN By: By: Date: Mailing Address: g: '.su p po rt\fo rrns\a grpa yas. doc 111 0/01 ki~ ~~\N(,- Col'-\?AtJ"'{ "-'PO -ry)"}. t G.. 4 t6 ~rCo Eib\L r :..uw... l- H.lJ....re~ .~ r-\ ~ fl:' 0\ .~ [j !;x. .l'. , ' - - = - Q z: < 0 . - ~ ~ - .- - r - - 0 -1 . Z ~ r r r-. 180 Aspen Spring Jam AprilS-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 $75/night 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 Villaae - 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 Aores 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. Comoetitions- 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 subiect to chanqe 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. vlsil www.aspensnowmass.com or email info@aspensnowmass.com ,~ r:--,\ CITY OF ASPEN PRE-APPLICATION CONFERENCE SUMMARY PLANNER: Fred Jarman DATE: 9/26/01 PROJECT: REPRESENTATIVE: Ski-Co 180 Spring Jam Chris Kiley (923.8756) TYPE OF APPLICATION: Temporary Use 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 apres-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 14th, 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 Conunittee as well as noise variances to be decided by the Enviroumental Health Department & City Council. The Applicant has requested thatth~s,ereview occur concurrently before City Council. PROCESS: Due to the length oftime 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. 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: Envirorunental Health Department & Special Events Committee Planning Fees: Planning Deposit ($1,205) Referral Agency Fees: Envirorunental Health Department, Minor ($180) Total Deposit: $1,385 (additional hours are billed at a rate of $205/hour) f""'\ n 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 = Ilea; 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 tooograohv 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 ifit 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 sununary is based on current zoning, which is subject to change in the future, and upon factual representations that mayor may not be accurate. The summary does not create a legal or vested right. 10-03-01 12:49pm C11/15 t, (e~ From-ASPEN SKIING CO,-SALES ,)-'1~ T) ~ +9704293256 JVgrth Of !-WII ~ AllguSl 26, 2001 Kille~ Brettman Debbie Moon::-Doyle Carolyn Barabe Aspen Skiing Company Aspen, CO 81611 Dear Killeen, Debbie and Carolyn, .' >.,." ."..'...;,.,i, ..'..''''1. Thank you for the oppommity to meet in advance an4 ~~ yqm-~qw~~~,t;(l,rk~pIiIlliF': Jam and weekend Apres Ski parties. After discussion between Jack, Chris, Sirious and" myseLf, we suggest the following regarding your proposals: 180 ASPEN SPRING JAM APRIL 5-14, 2002 10 cousecutive days of public apres ski from 3pm - 7pm with live bands or amplified sound from 3pm until 6pm_ All music to cease at 6pm_ WEEKEND SKI PARTIES, FRIDAY-SUNDAY FEE 15 - 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 5pm in February and 6pm in March. In each instance the noise variance is not to exceed 100 clecibels with the apres ski area to resemble last year's setup, (20x20 stage located and facing the gondOla, lOx20bar and drinking area on the concrete deck located on the west side of the Gondola), There is 10 be no lighting, tenting or permanent structures of any kind- Tl;.l; pe~mi1m~\=,C;;;~. . .. . .;. \.:;. ......,..".. ..;,:,."~",.":~:.~,,..?..;..~;,,,\ 'J secumy, sanItatIon, waste removal, Dean Street and parking ISS1.lC:S cOf!:1ffibl,!; ~9'l?~ a concern and should be addressed if situations arise. ' Thank you once again for includiug the neighborhood in your planning process. Sincerely, ~.~ Joe R:1CZak S5S E. DuraDt Avenue . Aspen, Colorado 81611 Web: bttp:/twww.lfoa,comtllOrtbnell (970) 925-1510 . Fax (970) 925-1550 E-mail: northllcl@rof.nel ,.5216 'S8 11:32AM PITKIN COUNTY GOVT. -e~ ~ ~OCL~.M~o- UJlduod Llstitl' ar Usu P.lla . ' . _..-. B?kU "All -- USES BY RlGR'I' Uses by right are to be set by the adoption of this plan. Section 3-2.30. 30A of the Pitkin County !.aDd Use Code stateS tba.t: ' "Activities which are allowed all year are those, uses which are typically IlllSOc:iated with the yesr-round =es.tional. use of the motlnt;,;" and ha~ little or J:lIJ environmental or servic: related impacts." Adivitia aDowed by right aD year: 1. All existing uses and activities allowed by tbis Master Plan. 2. GcneraI. mam~"nc:e ~~ties normallY associated with the operation of the ski' area illcludinll but not !imiteli to: a) Const:t'tlction of new ski lift fadlities 'as showtt in the act:om.panying plan as well as lift constrUCtion, renovation"upgradU1g and maimcnanc: of li:f\:s identified m the Master Plan. to the extm that there is no sigiiilieant in=se m eit:h.er the bulk oftb.e top or bottom t-min"l, or-that ncIinp:~eineapacityis aceomplished as a. =1t of such- work. beyond capacities: l.isted in the Master PlaIr. b). Maintenance and renovation q{buildings ;"dl1rlini a. one-time =xpa:asion. up to 10% of total square feet a:l listed in tbis Master Plan. or 1,000 feet, whichever is less. However, such expansion issubjed:to GMQS cxcmptionandpotentially t041 hazard ~w. . c) All c:onstrUCtlon. renovation. and maintcnanc:e shall requite approval. within. the -, co!15trUCti.on lIl"""gement plan as a.c:cepted. and approved by the County. The plan shall be updated by theappIicmt.,and approved by the County every three yem. d) Modifications, renovatiO!1:l, upgrading andIorthe demclltion and reconstruction of =xisting restaU1'aD.t facilities in c:dsting locations, provided there is not an increase in EmpIoYI:e Generation Units (EGUs) as d.-t'ln~ in Section 5-,501. 1. c of the Pitkin County Land Use C<lde. Such utilities shall be in COIl;IpIiam:e with Pitkin County site-specific 1041 and mvironm..,.,rnl health reguIatiOIl$ cone"""';"'!: such activities. c) Tn tile case of mountain bike trails, A.speIl.~ qC!!I1~ aball apply fer an c:utbmoving pemlit regardless of whether or net 50 ciiDic: yards or less ~ being m.oved... . . : :,'-~.;:::.c ..........:; '::".~,,~:' .' .,. . . . ...:, . .,...: ",'-':'.'; .,.........:.c. - . . . fj Water syste:n improv=ents incl~'~~~ly. ttelII-~ cii.mibuticl1 and storage facilities as d=iW'....-,; on the proposed mMlltl_ map. Sucl1improve au:nts shall be m complimce with Pitkin Cmmry sit=-spec:iffc 1041 uul enviro-'!!ft tl1l. health reguIatiolls conr....mng such ad:ivi1i=. -, " .... . .~ , ., . I f ~ i .4 J P e 11: M 0 ~ l!. t & f It M & ~ ~. e ~ P" 1 It D: ~- . SEP 16: J'3S 11:32PM f-I.lIK..l.l'l I...UU-"lT "='-iVI. ".- '\ ~.....' ....... \.~., 1~ ',{.-_......~.~, .'.-~ U\lda.tod l;istl'tllO .~.u . ,- \..~r,~.'.... i ..l<..~,".. ..,,~" : '. :.'.~- '/, ... ~' , '" .,.... Ii) Constiuction and Olle:ation of Il. bUried 3.0,000 gallcn fuel. storaie fzci]ity Il.S desi.gr'Gt..d an the proposed facilities tnall. h) Ptoc::lS for h.andling.1041 issues on Aspen Moun:tain for ,mHti""" trail J:t".;"t".,~ llIlCe and trail upgrades ill'lllf follows: ' Review of all1Q41 is5Ue$ is required; however, in the case where the 1041 issue ill exclusively due to 3.0% slopes and 00 other 1.041 coUC"""'''' certain activities an Aspen Mountain may be grmted 1041 approval if coI]l;eIllS. = be haIldled tbroug!l the: C1lrthmovillg pem:Iit ptOCCS5. MY activity requiring the b~,,{mng of over 5.0 cubic yards of dirt shall require an earthmoving pernrit and consultation with the plamlini division. A ~oo. shall be made Il.S to whether or l10t 1.041 issues em be haI1d1ed suffic:iendy throusb. the esrtf:1m,oving process and 1.041 approval can be he:eby granted. or if Ii 1041 review is required. The following findings mustoe ~ by the cO"'m11nity Develo~ Direc-'..orto grant 1041 awroval furslopcs'witbin the Aspen Mountain Mas= P!lin "ou:adaries tbrougll. the earthmoving reviC'N process: 1) the activity has 00 1.041 conr"'m~ otb.ertbm sIopes~ wbicl1 em be mitigated tbrouP the esrtbmovinipemrit process; iDcluding but not limited. to dr'-;""&e, revegetation. erosion. co~ and. ttaffic mitigation plaDs: 2) the adivity is within established ski. trail "ligl""..nt>l and does not remove t=S above the amount specified. in. the Land Use <;:odi: section 3-26.0; 3) the adivity has be:n.iti~titied within the IlpptOved.Aspen Mountain Master Plan; 4) all other requ:ixed approvals have been g:mtcd by either the USFS, 1aDd awnm or the city of Aspen. 3. Tube and lattice lift towers ~ding. 2& feet in height.. 4. EstabH.;"".."t oflifl: opCDing times, ski trail closures. grooIIlini ~d, snoW tD~ltinf:efIorl:! and other qn-going mount.'lin Ir~nagementissues. 5. ~ of lifts for .1<i;ng. snowboarding, foot pess....gers, mountain bikes and ~ IJSll9 as dcSigIlGt..d by !l1O"'"'"';tT operat:iom s1aiY 6. operation and. occupancy of 1lC""!"<U1fj' buiIrHnS' including. but not limited to, ski psttOl statiollS, warming b.ul:s, equi-ptnent stontie buildings, M operator huts, snoW .nGlting pumphouses.. and. other b1Ji,ln;"g" as shown. and des<:'"ibed in the =mpsnY- iDiPlm. 1 9' 9- 7" A ,Sop. << !L -. ~ M iJ It 11 t it t ttM LI t .. r 1> 1 it II SE? 16 '98 11 : 33RM PI~) COUNTY GQVT. ~ P.12 Updated. Linin; at' Uses ~ 7. TIck=! sales ar=l. 8. ~ incl,UlingmdoorandotitdO~r eaUni and dri",rn"'g estibli...,,;,.;..;.;~. 9. Pi,...m~~ 1 Q. Place5 for the retailing of goods in relation to mountain openaions. 11. Offic=l in sUpport of mountain operations. 12. Ope::ttion of the gondola. and S1.Uldeck for night use, on a three-yeu ~m_1 basis, as spcciIicd. in this R=solution (EOCC Resolution No. PZ-98--'l. 13. Skiing, Sl1owboarding. snowshoei17.g, c."Oss-country skiing, "ITri"i. mo.nrt";,, biking. and any other non-motori=i recrea.tional endeavors on Fede:ral. State and, locally conttollcd.lands both icside and outside of the ski arl:lt permit boundary as permit- ted. . 14. Use of adjacent public and priVl1ielands, where allowed by ~lling'parties. for rec:eational endeavors. 15. Rental. and sales of reaeational eq)Iipmc:nt and goods, related. to uses on. the ski area and adja=n: lands.. including =SS-<<l1.llI'trY and snows.liceremats and wes. (This use will be teSCilved.a.s:part,afthe pjt";,mn"rf~MasterPT.m.) 16. Speciall:'Ve;l.tS, including weddiD.gs, Cllnc~ cl:lilclr=.'s actMties. private partie5,. . worsmp services and other liro.\lp and. social eVents, 17. Hiking uphill and, downhill on foot, snowshoes, skis arid. Oi:het-, ~ =rdi:cg to regulations est8.blished by mo''''''"''' operations ~ 18. Accessory redeati.onal fucill:tles and actiVities aiIcil13i-1and. namral to the spirit of skiing. 19. Grazing an Forest Service Lands when allowed. by Special Use Pamits through the Forest Service. 20. Mountain sign system, which shall remain in charat:ter with existiDg levels of !!AIr- . vice on the JnC1,..,.,,;n, which ind..,.;.... 1lO lighting or advertising. . . . . .- : , ' ". ',. . - .:~:'l.... . 21. '; Facility from wbich to $tage backl:ountry activiti.es. on +i:~i: publii: and. privlll: lands. (This use will be resolved lIS pm of the pft""m""tf HiIl ~ P!m.) 22. Employee hoWling (two umts within Ski, Patrol ~ bft;TtH,,1t lUlli 0= unit within ~, S,,,,";-k)_ ' -..---..-... , ,- . ~ 1 9 9 i Asp. 11 M 0 11 11, t L I It M. '" II t Il r 1'1 a It -~ , lTp<ia.t.<i, LI.dl1i ;-0: au. /~ ~ 23. Commuriication ttaIl",,;..inn site:!, as loated at !he top ofBuckhcm Trail. 24. W~ lines. water ~..nt facilities. $~ lines, co~ air lines and other such utilities required tor the operation of ~ StlOW"""lrmt ........."m"'"1. restaU- rantS and other such fo..mti"" in the area. Su.cl1 utilities '$ball be in com;lliance with l'i.t!cin Co\lIILY site-specific 1041 and envirollIl".....ttl health regu1ati.OllS conc,.."i"g !UCh. aaivmes.. 25. ~ roads for ll'"i"t.....~""e and const:rllCtion of v.,.;iHics within the ski area. Development of such roads shall. be included as part of the constrUCtion m"""gement . plans submitted. to !he County; and may r:q,uiJ:e 1041 approval balled upon the loea- tiOl1 of such roads.. . 26. Vehicle a:od equipment maiw'""""''': shops next to smmnit gondola building. ,. 27. High. explosives .stO~ as located nez.A5pen. Mo'''''''';'' $1lT1'1Tr'1it:vehicle l1'",,,t=- ance building. 28.. Public restrooms. 29. operation of ~ fiIst aid facilities:.. 30c ConsttUdion. of a..~ m pattol ]j1,;Ttir"i consisting on.80a si, lilt designated on the proposed facilities map. :md iI1cotpot!liing: all. ~u.s~ of c:xisting facility., Such im-pIOVeIl"Pnt<< shall. be in.complian=wit:h.Fitkin Coumy site-specific 1041 and enviIomnental ~ regulations conc---m1ng su.ch actMties. , Uses allowed. by right when lifb an operatiDg O~ duriilg the preparatiOIl for the op~n- ing of the ski are.. . 1. Ski school activities iDclu.ding ~ ateu and struetmeS described in the plan. 2. Sld trails ope:ation on all trails shown and described in accoJI:lllsnying plan. 3. S1ciini ancisnowbomling. 4. sl1Ow:making in. ares! shown as c:dsting coveredueas: 5. AvaIa:ocl1e control woIk aceompli.."d by the use ofbigh explosives. C. SiIow grooming ir...1nr,;ng but net lim;tI!rl: to, rolling. compaction. cutting. dozing ami~ 1 J i. i. A ~ P' ll' a: M 0 lr a: t It;. 1 a: M It;. " t ll' r p t lL n. SE? 16 '98 11:33AM PITKIN COUNTY GOVT. (") O'pd.lLted Llstll1l or u..'u '-, f. ...i' P.14 -- Uses Allowed ~.Spedal RevIew 1. Pandora's lift and 1r.Iils. 11lill ares. will be pre:lcuted as an "'T'-..l...-- to the A3pen Mounmin Master Pl.an. 2. 1'he.l,.m"!';ng of PBr"g;;..l~ :md hang glid= fi:om ~S".-rt Ioc:at:ions as shown 011 accampanyinamaps. (This use will be resolved as part of the Richmond Hill. Master Pl.an.) 3. Guided and sclf-g;uided environmental tour.! on: foot. snowshoes. skis and snow boards.. (11lis use will be =olved. as part of the Richmond. Hill Master Plan..) 4-. TallIS of milling operatiO!lS within the sld: area pemlit boundary; iIu:luding ticket sales from sld. area faClities for tours. (This use will be =olved. as pm of the IFI";,..."nti Hill ~ Plan.) .. . Growth Msnapment Quota System Exemptions Pursumt to Sed:1oJl3-150.30H. ad 3o-230.20E olth. Ptildn Comity Land UR Code. 1. All new lifl: c:onsttUl:tio.a., including line 'W'"l'lin""Y (towers,. cables,. wheel a:lSem- blies, etc.) tol1 and. bottom drive ami.retum !tlltionund litl: opUatoa' cabiJ:ls. , , , . . . 2. All trailwOI:k incl~g grading. cl~~ ,fine:- s;ro~ revegetation and other sudi w;:tivities noImBlly IlSSOdatIild: witlt. the conmw:uOI1 and m..;-,..,..e of ski ' trails.. .. 3. ExpaDsions ofexisti.ttg: rcstaurllI1t$ which dO not cteate aneed for additional Employee (Jtom....,mon Utilis.(EGU's) ~w;:c:ordanl::with Section: 3-150. 150 of the . Pitkin County taMUse Code. 4. ExpllIlllionsof any individual buildings 011 the moumainother than restaurant:! and lift top and bottom drive t",",,;n.. I q which do not CICllte a need for additional Employee Generation Units (EGUs) in accctdance with. Sealon!-IS0. 150 of the Pitkin County Land Use Code. Ex.em.PdOa4 from Building Department uul E.ngin~riD3 Department Rmewl Lift c:ol1Stt1.ICtion. renovation and. upgrading to the exf.enttbattb.=majority of the werle is. already inspectI:d. and approved. by the ColOradO- Tramway Board and the United States Forest Sc:rncc shall be ~pt from BmV1'''l Depiirtmmt review for btliT,r.''''1r p.......i1lI Detailed c:onstrlll:tion. approval tbr 1i:fl: c:mistrw:i:fon will = from the: C01o:ado 'liamway Board and tb.= United: Sta= Forest S'crvii:e.. Such approval doC'......m-. shall be sent to the B,~Tdini Dep~tc vcrliY' that all inspections l:1a.ve been. made and that reports indicate c:ompli""..~ ...... 1991 ,4sl',elt MOlll1t;Lill Ml.ster plall .- , I I L /-7.':"~' ~ . ,_~--J Ii:. '''.,' _.,,\. . f. ,'A '\';~\4.l{/ ~,'! ,_: ,'/ ".., , -; / ' /'~'~M 'j/:>:SPA AGREEHENT . .1,_'''', fr. ~ <..;/'.0 , ." ('.: . ~., I 'f'. '.v'+- \ \ ~ ~ 8oe:, :) 518 PAGE 41)4 FOR LITTLE NELL BASE DEVELOPMENT THIS SPA AGREEMENT is made and entered into this ,')ol_ day of./kf<.v, 1986, by and between the CITY OF ASPEN, / /} COLORADO, .~ municipal corporation and home-rule city (hereinafter referred to as "City") and the ASPEN SKIING to as "Owner").. '..J1 referred ..." -<r :::00 ;;z::::o ,,'0 --i ---I_! :'> f'U = COMPfu~Y, a Colorado general partnership (hereinafter en r'1 ..." ..to.. RECITALS: C> "':0 t'"" W1 ron- ,,;;:: -'U O;;Z: 01 ~ :::Om "":;0 ~ = rn en ::c for approval, 1. The Owner has submitted to the City ( execution and recordation, an SPA Precise Plan for Development (hereinaf.t'er referred to as the "Precise Plan") pertaining to the development o.f a gondola, lift facilities and lift buildings knmvn as the "West ,ling" 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: _ 1 'j r""\ . I / Q BeJ:, 518 ,:'GE 455 (a) Growth Management Allocation for ninety-two (92) lodge units for the hotel (approved by City Council on April 14, 1986), (bl 8040 Green Line Review approval (approved by P&Z on March 18, 1986), (c) Mountain Viewplane Review approval (approved by p&Z on March 18, 1986), (dl 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) , (el Change of Use approval for employee housing at Holiday House (approved by P&Z ~n 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 lands therein, and the anticipated benefits and burdens to other adj oining neighboring properties in the dmmtown area in general by reason of the proposed development 2nd improvement of the lands included in the Precise Plan, all in accordance with Article VII and other related provisions of the ~ - '- .-, 'I r>. ~~J{ 51.8 ?:iG:457 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 consideration 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 designil. tion exists shall remain as CC and C as they are - 4 - i '~ 't'" t;,I{) ~.....O _C~;.: v LJ C',.';f;: (.ib:.3 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. 2. 3 . 4. 5. 6 . 7. ( 8. 10. 11. Minimum lot area 3,000 sq. ft. Minimum lot area per dwelling unit No requirement Minimum lot width No requirement Minimum front yard Minimum side yard Minimum rear yard Maximum height Minimum distance between 26 ft. No requirement No requirement ~ r71 ~ "--"- ' ~-~ 1.40 ft) No requirement. primary and accessory buildings 9. Percent of open space required for building site (minimum) '" 25% " ~ ~:, External floor area ratio "",/: 1.93:183,265 sq. It. " - '-------.; ,?1 ~atiOn) "( . No requiremen~ (maximum) Internal floor area ratio 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 - / ') ,C"'\ BCQK518 ?.:\E453 * Open space for the parcel shall include all areas ,~ , ~\:P" j) ~ J ," ,j'J'Y ( '\ .."/~I .~/,( , 'C,J ,'N ,,-," __ j .);.1) n ct'. I '-_:~ J' i \ / I l meeting the definition of Section 24-3.7(d) of the Municipal Code, provided that the requirements of -.: Subsection 24-3.q (d) ()iY shall not apply to this parcel. '----.-/ , j' 11-::::: '2iub5!"O e6,... jc-cr~"/'Cf" _,,?N :pc:i U2 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 recr,eation 5. Restaurant and Little Nell apres ski deck 6. Additional retail commercial as specified under permitted 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 food 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 buildings (conditional) 13. Mazes and skier milling areas - 6 - . ! r"i Exhibit 1 I ~ Alpine Surveys 414 North Mill Street Post Office Box 1730 Aspen, Colorado 81612 303 925 2688 SCJl( 51B ~;\~511 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 15"30'00" 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 CORli1::R 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 WESTE?LY LINE OF LOT R, BLOCK 98, CITY OF ASPEN; THENCE N 14"50'49" E 10.00 FEET ALONG SAID WESTERLY LIOlE 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 LI)/E TO THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF LOT I, BLOCK 97, CITY OF AS?~N; ') /~ Page 2 Job No. 85-121 Revised Description April 3, 1986 THENCE S 75009'11" E OF LOT A, BLOCK 102, THENCE N 14050'49" E OF SAID LOT A TO THE Exhibit 1 ) <--, ~:,...:( h,1_~ .__~",.~:'j') U..L,-J ,~,.,'.l.:.v~.".~ of Entire Little Nell S.P.A. 75.00 FEET TO THE SOUTHWEST CORNER CITY OF ASPEN; 100.00 FEET ALONG THE WESTERLY LINE POINT OF BEGINNING; CONTAINING 88,567 SQUARE FEET, MORE OR LESS. ( r {~V ;11. ~ f<-- /: ~O/>""- )."/h {..r~ ' t""l r'\ ('. ...)) 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 3lthrough 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 lA 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 ~ r) r) 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 ofthe 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 9 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 r, , j 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 ofwmch 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 5 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 i,s 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. . ~ 1 n 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 Findine-: 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 Findine-: 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 . /...." r1) 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, froin 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 April15, 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 Community Development Director Date