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ASPEN PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
SPECIAL MEETING
TUESDAY AUGUST 24, 1999, 4:30 PM
I. ROLL CALL
H. COMMENTS (Commissioner, Staff, Public)
III. DISCLOSURE OF CONFLICTS OF INTEREST~-~_...~--,
IV. PUBLIC HEARING
s:o0-5:30 A. Bavarian Inn Conceptual Review (continued from July 20, 1999),
~:3o.6:0oB. Lodge Preservation Text Amendment (continued from July 20,
1999), Chris Bendon ~l~ca~ ~- o
6:0o.6:~o C. ADU Code Amendment (continued from August 3, 1999), Chris
Bendon Acle?rv~ad~'~ (~ ^
~:~o-7:00 D. Moore PUD Rezoning, Stephanie Millar ~4o~ofo~t~d
V. ADJOURN
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TO:
THRU:
FROM:
RE:
DATE:
MEMORANDUM
Aspen Planning and Zoning Commission
Julie Ann Woods, Community Development Director
Joyce A. Ohlson, Deputy Director\,7A %J
Bavarian Inn Affordable Housing Conceptual Planned Unit Development.
Parcel I.D. No. 2735-123-08004
August 24, 1999
BACKGROUND & DISCUSSION: The proposal for the Bavarian Inn Affordable
Housing PUD was presented by the applicants and reviewed in a series of public hearings
conducted on April 13ffi, June 1" and July 20, 1999. Several conceptual site plans were
presented and the public, Planning and Zoning Commission and staff had an opportunity
to comment on the proposal and make recommendations. At their meeting of July 20th,
the Planning and Zoning Commission directed Staff to develop a resolution for adoption,
which would recommend approval to the City Council of a conceptual development plan.
Attached is a proposed resolution which contains conditions of approval addressing
concerns raised by the Commission and outlining pertinent submittal requirements for
Final PUD review.
The development scenario found most preferable by the Planning and Zoning
Commission and Staff is attached to the proposed resolution as Exhibit A. The
Commission made several recommendations regarding this development scenario which
are included in the conditions within the resolution. Specifically, these conditions are as
follows:
• The addition of an additional unit(s) to buildings S 1-S4 with the possible elimination
of the storage areas.
• The addition of an additional unit(s) to building N 1 to be oriented along the alley side
of the property (not Bleeker Street) and utilizing, to the greatest extent possible, the
footprint of the existing structure located there.
• The preservation of the undeveloped yard area, including trees not slated for
walkways and driveways, east of the N1 building for the purposes of creating open
space to be used as a courtyard and/or play area.
• The parking should meet as closely as possible the required off-street parking
provisions of the land use code, with at least a minimum number of 30 spaces to be
provided.
Refer to the Staff review and findings regarding the Review standards contained in the
Staff memorandum dated April 13, 1999.
SUMMARY TABLE OF PROPOSAL: See attached.
RECOMMENDATION: Review the attached resolution and approve with conditions
as noted.
RECOMMENDED MOTION: "I move to recommend approval of the Bavarian Inn
Affordable Housing Conceptual PUD application with the conditions contained within
Planning and Zoning Commission Resolution No. , Series of 1999."
ATTACHMENT:
Attachment 1-Summary of Proposal
Attachment 2-Planning and Zoning Commission Resolution No. 09 Series of 1999
(including Exhibit A)
G:planning/aspen/resos.doc/P&ZBavp&zmem.doe
Development Program Summary Table
PARCEL 1 PROPOSAL
Amount of
Units
Bedrooms
(per Unit)
Net Livable
Area
Cumulative
Net Livable
Area
AH
Category
No. of
Employees
Housed'
Tenancy
Type
Remodeled Bavarian Inn Structure
_
3
1
1
1
Studio
Studio
2
3
440 sf
520 sf
L I M sf
1,200 sf
1,320 sf
520 sf
1,100 sf
1,200 sf
1 or 2
1 or 2
2
1 or 2
3.75
1.25
2.90
3.25
Sale
Sale
Sale
Sale
2
1
600 sf
1,200 sf
1 or 2
3.75
Sale
8
8
3,820 sf
5,340 sf
N/A
14.90
N/A
Bleeker
Street Building
Pas Parcel 1 Total
M ^ 10
13
N/A
7,546sf _�
N/A-
20.65
N/A
1
3
1,400 sf
1,400 sf
Two
3.50
Sale
1*
2
806 sf
806 sf
TBD
2.25
Sale
*TB added
2
5
2,206 sf
2,206 sf
N/A
5.75
N/A
PARCEL.2 PROPOSAL
"Parcel
Amount of
Bedrooms
Net Livable
Cumulative
AH
No. of
Tenancy
Units
(per Unit)
Area
Net Livable
Category
Employees
Type
Area
Housed'
,..:.Eighth Street Structure _
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4
7
3 -7
1,200 sf
41800 sT--]
Four
12.00
Sale
Main Street Building
2
2
1,120 sf�
�2,240 sf
Three
3.50
_
Sale
2
3
1,391 sf
2,782 sf
-Three
6.00
Sale
1*
TBD
TBD
TBD
TBD
TBD
Sale
*TB added
TBD
TBD
N/A
5,022 sf
N/A
9.50
N/A
2 Totals
~ � 8 ___ TBD N/A 9,250 sf N/A 21.50 � N/A
1 =Based on APCHA Guidelines' Occupancy Rates
* *Parcel 2 totals do not include proposed additional units.
RESOLUTION OF THE ASPEN PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
RECOMMENDING CITY COUNCIL APPROVE THE BAVARIAN INN
AFFORDABLE HOUSING CONCEPTUAL PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT
PROPOSED ON LOTS D THROUGH I, BLOCK 11, AND LOTS K THROUGH P,
BLOCK 12, CITY AND TOWNSITE OF ASPEN, PITKIN COUNTY,
COLORADO.
Parcel No. 2735.123.08.004
Resolution #99 - 0
WHEREAS, the Community Development Department received an application
from Savanah Limited Partnership, owner, as represented by Vann Associates, LLC, for
Conceptual Planned Unit Development approval of a for sale, deed restricted, residential
affordable housing development on two (2) parcels located between W. Main Street,
Seventh Street, Eighth Street, and W. Bleeker Street; and,
WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 26.445, Planned Unit Development, of the
Aspen Municipal Code, development of land designated Planned Unit Development may
be granted Conceptual approval by the City Council at a duly noticed public hearing after
considering recommendations by the Community Development Director, the Planning
and Zoning Commission, the appropriate referral agencies, and members of the general
public; and,
WHEREAS, the Fire Marshal, Aspen Consolidated Sanitation District, the City
Water Department, City Engineering, Parks Department, Environmental Health
Department, the City Transportation Planner, the City Zoning Officer, the Roaring Fork
Transit Agency, the Aspen/Pitkin County Housing Authority, and the Community -
Development Department reviewed the proposal and recommended approval with
conditions; and,
WHEREAS, the Planning and Zoning Commission conducted several public
hearings on this matter specifically on April 13, 1999; June 1, 1999; and July 20, 1999
when they also conducted an on -site evaluation of the subject property and development
proposal; and in these hearings evaluated several different development scenarios and
alternatives in order to determine and make findings on the most suitable development of
the property in terms of neighborhood compatibility; affordable housing production,
environmental preservation; traffic and road capacity; and parking; and
WHEREAS, during a special meeting on August 24, 1999, the Planning and
Zoning Commission recommended, by a to (_ to __) vote, that the
Aspen City Council approve the Conceptual Planned Unit Development for the Bavarian
Inn Affordable Housing Development with the conditions recommended by the
Community Development Department as contained herein.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Commission:
That City Council should approve this Conceptual Planned Unit Development application
for the Bavarian Inn Affordable Housing project subject to the following conditions.
(This conceptual approval refers to Exhibit A, Bavarian Inn Housing "4 South" dated
7/7/99.)
1. If the requested rezoning of Parcel 2 from R-15 to R-MF/PUD is not approved, this
Conceptual PUD approval shall be rendered null and void.
2. For the Final PUD application, the proposed Site Development Plan shall be revised
as follows, with final determination to be made at Final PUD review:
a. The so-called S 1-S4 structure proposed along Main Street shall be redesigned so
as to include an additional, unit, possibly 2 stories in height and eliminating the
storage areas, if necessary.
b. The so-called NI structure shall be redesigned to include another unit, possibly 2
stories in height, connected to proposed N 1 and located along the alley side of the
parcel. The Bleeker Street frontage of the property shall remain undeveloped
(with the exception of NI) to serve as a play area, court yard and open space.
Trees located outside of the areas designated for driveway, sidewalk and parking
shall be preserved with final determination to be made by the Parks Department.
c. The requested design changes noted in (a) and (b) above allow for the expansion
of the proposed project (as shown in Exhibit A) up to 20 units.
d. Parking shall meet as closely as possible with the off-street parking standards of
Section 26.515, however; a minimum of 30 parking spaces shall be allocated for
the entire PUD.
e. Vehicular access to parking shall be from Bleeker Street and the alley only, with
the exception of the existing parking spaces accessed from Seventh Street, in -front
of the Bavarian Inn.
f. Turning movements at the east end connection'of the alley to Seventh Street shall
be restricted to right -in and right -out only. Once Highway 82 has been realigned
to Main Street, the Seventh/Main Street intersection has been signalized, and
traffic volumes on Seventh have decreased, the right -in and right -out only
restriction may be removed after further analysis by the City's staff upon
application for an insubstantial PUD amendment to allow left turn movements to
and from the alley.
3. All heights must comply with the R-MF zone district's twenty-five (25) foot
limitation and as part of the Final Review process, the applicant shall erect story poles
illustrating the S 1-S4 structures.
4. The proposed landscape plan of the Final PUD shall be modified in accordance with
the changes required pursuant to condition 2., above. In preparing the proposed
landscape plan for the Final PUD application, the applicant shall work cooperatively
with the City Parks Department to arrive at an acceptable plan with regard to selection
of species, spacing of plantings, and tree relocation, preservation, and removal
requirements. The plan shall also demonstrate consistency with the recommendations
of the "Entrance to Aspen Main Street Design Report." In association with the
landscape plan, the applicant shall provide plans or documents describing provisions
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for the on -going maintenance of all common areas and for ensuring landscape success
for a three-year period.
5. The Final PUD application shall include a detailed outdoor lighting plan which
illustrates that any outdoor lighting used on the subject property will not cause glare
or hazardous conditions, that all outdoor lighting shall be of a down -directional, sharp
cut-off fixtures and indicate that outdoor flood lights are prohibited.
6. The Final PUD shall meet all requirements of the Aspen Fire Protection District,
including but not limited to the installation of approved fire sprinkler and alarm
systems, and the maintenance of all fire department apparatus emergency access
routes. Proposed snow storage areas shall be identified on the Final PUD Site
Development Plan.
7. The Final PUD shall include a Special Review application for parking addressing the
specific off-street parking requirements of Section 26.515 of the Municipal Code..
The Final PUD shall also address variations to the Open Space requirements and
address the variation to the required rear yard setback for the current nonconforming
condition of the existing Bavarian Lodge building.
8. The Final PUD application shall include a detailed utility plan including proposed
easements; a detailed stormwater drainage plan; a PM,o mitigation plan; a fugitive
dust control plan and construction management plan; a report detailing the results of
an asbestos inspection of the Bavarian Inn and its associated out -buildings as
completed by a person licensed by the State of Colorado; a draft plat and
Subdivision/PUD Improvements Agreement; and, any other reports identified by the
City Engineer as necessary for a full evaluation of the proposed development.
9. The applicant shall record (and pay the applicable fees) with the Pitkin County Clerk
and Recorder the signed Planning and Zoning Commission Resolution that provides
City Council with a recommendation regarding the proposed Bavarian Inn Affordable
Housing Conceptual PUD. In the alternative, the applicant may pay the recordation
fee to the City Clerk, who will record the Resolution.
10. All material representations made by the applicant in this application and during
public meetings with the Planning and Zoning Commission shall be adhered to and
shall be considered conditions of approval, unless otherwise amended by a
Board/Commission having authority to do so.
APPROVED by the Commission at its meeting on August 24, 1999.
APPROVED AS TO FORM: PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION:
City Attorney
Robert Blaich, Chair
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APPLICANT:
LOCATION:
ACTION: Amendment to the Land Use Code
Standards applicable to a land use code text amendment:
A. Whether the proposed amendment is in conflict with any
applicable portions of this title.
B. Whether the proposed amendment is consistent with all elements
of the Aspen Area Comprehensive Plan.
C. Whether the proposed amendment is compatible with surrounding
zone districts and land uses, considering existing land use and
neighborhood characteristics.
D. The effect of the proposed amendment on traffic generation and
road safety.
F. Whether and the extent to which the proposed amendment would
result in demands on public facilities, and whether and the extent
to which the proposed amendment would exceed the capacity of
such facilities, including, but not limited to, transportation facilities,
sewage facilities, water supply, parks, drainage, schools, and
emergency medical facilities.
F. Whether and the extent to which the proposed amendment would
result in significant adverse impacts on the natural environment.
G. Whether the proposed amendment is consistent and compatible with
the community character in the City of Aspen.
H. Whether there have been changed conditions affecting the subject
parcel or the surrounding neighborhood which support the proposed
amendment.
I. Whether the proposed amendment would be in conflict with the public
interest, and is in harmony with the purpose and intent of this title.
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CITY CLERK: L-o7-b4- t-�
STAFF: 6'--0-Ie4S
WITNESSES: (1) K-L-1�74
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EXHIBITS: 1 Staff Report p ( ) (Check If Applicable)
2 Affidavit of Notice ( ) (Check If Applicable)
3 Board Criteria Sheet ( (Check If Applicable)
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Planning and Zoning Commission
THRU: Julie Ann Woods, Community Development Director
Joyce Ohlson, Deputy Director
FROM: Christopher Bendon, Planner
RE: Code Amendments — Public Hearing (continued from 8.3:99)
Accessory Dwelling Unit Program: .
Growth Management Quota System — Section 26.470
Accessory Dwelling Units — Section 26.520
Accessory Dwelling Unit Definition — Section 26.104.100
Parking Regulations — Section 26.515.030
Special Review — Section 26.430
DATE: August 24, 1999
SUMMARY:
Staff has held several work sessions concerning revisions to the Accessory Dwelling Unit
(ADU) Program. During the April 6, 1999, work session, City Council, the Planning and
Zoning Commission, and a few participating members of the Housing Board directed
staff to return with a revised ADU Program meeting three essential goals:
1) A more effective program requiring occupancy deed restrictions for growth
management ADU's.
2) A guaranteed quality of units by use of design standards.
3) A simpler approval process.
Please find attached a proposed Resolution containing new code language for the ADU
section of the land use code. Section 1 of this Resolution includes the new ADU
Program. Section 2 includes the mandatory occupancy requirement for growth
management exemption ADU's. Staff has highlighted important aspects of the new
program under the heading "Main Issues."
Staff recommends the Commission consider the proposed language, take and
consider public testimony, and pass forward a recommendation of approval to the
City Council.
MAIN ISSUES:
Growth Management Exemptions: .
A specific request by elected and appointed officials has been to improve the occupancy
level of ADU's. A primary point of concerns raised frequently by the Commission has
been the low rate of community benefit (occupancy) in return for an exemption from the
Growth Management Quota System. As the Commission has stated, an exemption from
the more stringent requirements of growth management should only be granted when
there exists a significant benefit to the community.
This new ADU program amends the corresponding section of growth management by
requiring an occupancy restriction on ADU's developed for the purpose of acquiring a
single-family or duplex exemption. Please refer to Section 2 of the proposed Resolution.
Design Standards:
The new ADU Program suggests a set of minimum standards for ADU's. An
applicant will need to demonstrate compliance with these in order to gain an approval.
In the alternative, an applicant may seek a Special Review to alter the requirements.
The Commission should be comfortable that these standards will result in an
acceptable quality of units. Please refer to 26.520.050 within the proposed Resolution
for the design standards.
Process:
One of the primary elements of the new Program is the review procedure. ADU's
may be approved by the Director if they meet two simple standards: 1) the design
standards have been accomplished; and, 2) a preliminary deed restriction has been
reviewed by the Housing Office and will be recorded prior to a building permit
application. Consistent with the existing Program, bandit units may be legalized if
they are improved to the standards of the UBC.
The new process allows for Special Review in two circumstances: 1) An applicant is
seeking a variance from the design standards; or, 2) an appeal of the Director's
determination is sought. These Special Reviews are heard by the Planning and Zoning
Commission.
If, however, the property is historically designated, the applicant has the ability to
consolidate review procedures and seek Special Review approval from the Historic
Preservation Commission. Similar to DRAC applications, the applicant cannot "shop for
a Board." In other words, if the HPC denies a Special Review the application is
completed.
Incentives for Better Designed Units:
A few earlier versions of a new ADU Program included FAR incentives for ADU's of
greater quality. Examples of elements a developer could provide might be a full bath, a
larger kitchen, a porch, or a deck. The existing code grants an FAR bonus for detached,
above grade ADU's (the typical alley house style of development). The "bonus" allows
only half the square footage of the ADU to count towards the allowable for the property.
Based on previous discussions with the Commission, staff has eliminated these
incentives from the proposed language. The Commission should be comfortable with the
elimination of these incentives from the code.
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Extension of Program to other Zone Districts:
The current regulations allow ADU's as a conditional use in all residential zone
districts except for the R-15 B, AH 1-PUD, and Mobile Home Park Zone Districts.
The R-15 B Zone District, Eastwood Subdivision, was annexed into the City with an
agreement that ADU would not be allowed in the zoning. Staff is not proposing to
amend this circumstance, until a petition from the neighborhood is advanced.
The AH 1-PUD Zone District does not allow for ADUs. Staff believes extending the
Program to this zone district would benefit the ADU Program and the community's
desire to create additional affordable housing opportunities.. Staff is recommending
this ADU Program be extended to the AH 1-PUD Zone District.
The Mobile Home Park (MHP) Zone District does not allow ADU's. The land use
approvals for the Smuggler Park Subdivision did not contemplate ADU's, as the
ADU Program was adopted until much later. As individual lots within the park are
redeveloped with frame construction, there exists the opportunity to incorporate
ADU's into the structures. Also, when the older pre -fabricated units are removed and
replaced with frame construction, the developer is required to seek an exemption from
growth management. Staff believes that allowing ADU's within the MHP Zone
District would further the goals of the ADU Program and provide additional housing
opportunities for local working residents. Staff is recommending the ADU Program
be extended to the MHP Zone District.
APPLICANT:
Community Development Department.
PREVIOUS ACTION:
The Commission requested these code amendments during the April 6, 1999, work
sessions with City Council. The Commission opened the public hearing on this topic on
August 3, 1999, and continued to this date. The Commission has not consider the
amendment or taken public testimony.
REVIEW PROCEDURE:
Code Amendment. The Commission shall recommend approval, approval with .
conditions, or denial to the City Council during a public hearing.
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
"I move to adopt Resolution 99 W2_#, recommending City Council adopt the Accessory
Dwelling Unit Program Code Amendments as presented by staff in the Community
Development Department memo dated August 24, 1999."
ATTACHMENTS:
Exhibit A -- Staff Comments
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RESOLUTION OF THE ASPEN PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
RECOMMENDING CITY COUNCIL APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO THE
ACCESSORY DWELLING UNIT PROGRAM, SECTION 26.5209 APPROVE AN
AMENDMENT TO THE GROWTH MANAGEMENT QUOTA SYSTEM,
SECTION 26.470 OF THE LAND USE CODE, APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO
THE ZONE DISTRICT ESTABLISHED IN SECTION 26.7109 APPROVE AN
AMENDMENT TO THE DEFINITION OF "ACCESSORY DWELLING UNIT,"
SECTION 26.104.100 OF THE LAND USE CODE, APPROVE AN AMENDMENT
TO THE OFF-STREET PARKING REGULATIONS, SECTION 26.515.030 OF
THE LAND USE CODE AND APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO SPECIAL
REVIEW, SECTION 26.430 OF THE LAND USE CODE.
Resolution #99 -
WHEREAS, the City Council and the Planning and Zoning Commission of the
City of Aspen directed the Planning Director of the Community Development
Department to propose amendments to the Accessory Dwelling Unit Program provisions
of the land use code pursuant to sections 26.208 and 26.212; and,
WHEREAS, the amendments requested relate to Sections 26.520, 26.470,
26.710, 26.104.100, 26.515.030, and 26.430 of the land use code of the Aspen Municipal
Code; and,
WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 26.310, applications to amend the text of Title
26 of the Municipal Code shall be reviewed and recommended for approval, approval
with conditions, or denial by the Planning Director and then by the Planning and Zoning
Commission at a public hearing. Final action shall be by City Council after reviewing and
considering these recommendations; and,
WHEREAS, the Planning Director recommended approval of amendments to
Sections 26.520, 26.470, 26.710, 26.104.100, 26.515.030, and 26.430 of the land use
code of the Aspen Municipal Code as described herein; and,
WHEREAS, the Planning and Zoning Commission opened the public hearing to
consider the existing and proposed Accessory Dwelling Unit Program on August 3, 1999,
and continued the hearing to August 24, 1999, took and considered public testimony and
the recommendation of the Planning Director and recommended, by a to
vote, City Council adopt the proposed Accessory Dwelling Unit Program amendments to
the land use code by amending the text of sections 26.520, 26.470, 26.710, 26.104.100,
26.515.030, and 26.430 of the land use code of the Aspen Municipal Code as described
herein.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Commission:
That the Aspen City Council should adopt the Accessory Dwelling Unit Program by
amending the Land Use Code of the Municipal Code, as follows:
P&Z Reso. 9 page g e l
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Section 1:
Pursuant to Section 26.310 of the Municipal Code, the Aspen Planning and Zoning
Commission hereby recommends City Council -replace Section 26.520 Accessory
Dwelling Units, in total, with the following language:
26.520
Accessory Dwelling Units
26.520.010
Purpose
26.520.020
Definition
26.520.030
Authority
26.520.040
Applicability
26. 520.050
Design Standards
26.520.060
Calculations and Measurements
26.520.070
Deed Restrictions, Recordation, Enforcement
26.520.080 Procedure
26.520.090 Amendments
26.520.010 Purpose
The purpose of the Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Program is to promote the long-
standing community goal of socially, economically, and environmentally responsible
development patterns which balance Aspen the resort and Aspen the community.
Aspen values balanced neighborhoods and a sense of commonality between working
residents and part-time residents. ADUs represent viable housing opportunities for
working residents and allow employees to live within the fabric of the community
without their housing being easily identifiable as "employee housing." ADUs also
help to address the affects of existing homes, which have provided workforce
housing, being significantly redeveloped, often as second homes.
ADUs support local Aspen businesses by providing an employee base within the
town and providing a critical mass of local residents important to preserving Aspen's
character. ADUs allow second home owners the opportunity to hire an on -site
caretaker to maintain their property in their absence. Increased employee housing
opportunities in close proximity to employment and recreation centers is also an
environmentally preferred land use pattern which reduces automobile reliance.
To the extent Aspen desires Accessory Dwelling Units which provide viable and
livable housing opportunities to local working residents, ADU's deed restricted to
mandatory occupancy provide for an exemption from the Growth Management Quota
System for existing vacant lots of record and for significant redevelopment of existing
homes.
26.520.020 General
An Accessory Dwelling Unit, or ADU, is a separate dwelling unit incidental and
subordinate in size and character. ADUs are located on the same lot, or
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contiguous lots under the same ownership, as the primary residence in
conformance with the zone district in which the property is located. A primary
residence may have no more than one ADU. An ADU may not be accessory to
another ADU. An ADU cannot be conveyed as a property interest separate from
the primary residence, and an ADU shall not be considered a unit of density with
regard to zoning requirements. All ADUs shall be developed in conformance
with this Section.
26.520.030 Authority.
The Community Development Director, in accordance with the procedures, standards,
and limitations of this Chapter and of Common Development Review Procedures,
Section 26.304, shall approve, approve with conditions, or disapprove a land use
application for an Accessory Dwelling Unit.
An appeal of the Community Development Director's determination shall be
considered by the Planning and Zoning Commission and approved, approved with
conditions, or disapproved, pursuant to Section 26.520.080.
A land use application requesting a variation of the ADU design standards shall be
approved, approved with conditions, or disapproved by the Planning and Zoning
Commission, pursuant to Section 26. 520.080.
If the land use application requesting a variation of the ADU design standards is part
of a consolidated application process, authorized by the Community Development
Director, requiring consideration by the Historic Preservation Commission, the
Historic Preservation Commission shall approve, approve with conditions, or
disapprove the variation, pursuant to Section 26. 520.080.
26.520.040 Applicability
This Section applies to all zone districts within the City of Aspen in which an
Accessory Dwelling Unit is a permitted use, as designated in Section 26.710, and
to all Accessory Dwelling Units approved as a Conditional Use prior to the
adoption of Ordinance , Series of 1999.
26. 520.050 Design Standards
All ADUs shall conform to the following design standards unless otherwise
approved, pursuant to Section 26.520.080 Procedure:
l . An ADU must contain between 300 and 800 net livable square feet, 10% of
which must be closet or storage area.
2. An ADU must be able to function as a separate dwelling unit. This includes
the following:
a) An ADU must be separately accessible. This does not preclude a
second interior entrance to the primary residence;
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b) An ADU must have separately accessible utilities. This does not
preclude shared services;
c) An ADU shall contain a kitchen containing, at a minimum, an oven, a
stove with two burners, a sink, and a refrigerator with a minimum of 6
cubic feet of capacity and a freezer; and,
d) An ADU shall contain a bathroom containing, at a minimum, a sink, a
toilet, and a shower.
3. One parking space for the ADU shall be provided on -site and shall remain
available for the benefit of the ADU resident. The parking space shall not be
stacked with a space for the primary residence.
4. An ADU shall be located within the dimensional requirements of the zone
district in which the property is located.
5. The roof design shall prevent snow and ice from shedding upon an entrance to
an ADU. If the entrance is accessed via stairs, sufficient means of preventing
snow and ice from accumulating on the stairs shall be provided.
6. ADUs shall be developed in accordance with the requirements of this title
which apply to residential development in general. These include, but are not
limited to, the Uniform Building Code requirements related to adequate
natural light, ventilation, fire egress, fire suppression, and sound attenuation
between living units. This standard may not be varied.
7. All ADUs shall be registered with the Housing Authority and the property
shall be deed restricted in accordance with Section 26.520.070 Deed
Restrictions. This standard may not be varied.
26. 520.060 Calculations and Measurements
A. Floor Area.
ADU's are attributed to the maximum allowable floor area for the given property
on which they are developed, pursuant to Section 26.575.020 Calculations and
Measurements.
B. Net Livable Square Footage.
ADUs must contain between 300 and 800 square feet of net livable floor area,
unless varied through a land use review. The calculation of net livable area differs
slightly from the calculation of Floor Area inasmuch as it measures the interior
dimensions of the unit.
26.520.070 Deed Restrictions, Recordation, and Enforcement.
A. Deed Restrictions.
At a minimum, all properties containing an ADU shall be deed restricted in the
following manner:
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• The ADU shall be registered with the Aspen/Pitkin County Housing
Authority.
• Any occupant of an ADU shall be qualified as a local working resident
according to the current Aspen/Pitkin County Housing Authority Guidelines,
as amended.
• The ADU shall be restricted to lease periods of no less then six months in
duration, or as otherwise required by the current Aspen/Pitkin County
Housing Authority Guidelines. Leases must be recorded with the Housing
Authority.
Accessory Dwelling Units qualifying a property for an exemption from the Growth
Management Quota System, pursuant to Section 26.470.070(B), shall be deed
restricted to Mandatory Occupancy. This additional restriction requires the ADU be
continuously occupied by a local working resident, as defined by the Aspen/Pitkin
County Housing Authority, for lease periods of six months or greater. The owner
shall retain the right to select a qualified renter.
The Aspen/Pitkin County Housing Authority shall provide a standard form for
recording Accessory Dwelling Unit deed restrictions. The deed restriction shall be
recorded with the Pitkin County Clerk and Recorder prior to an application for a
building permit may be accepted. The book and page associated with the recordation
shall be noted in the building permit plans for an ADU.
B. Enforcement.
The Aspen/Pitkin County Housing Authority, or their designee, shall enforce the
recorded deed restriction between the property owner and Aspen/Pitkin County
Housing Authority.
26.520.080 Procedure
A. General.
Pursuant to Section 26.304.020, Pre -Application Conference, Applicants are
encouraged to meet with a City Planner of the Community Development Department
to clarify the requirements of the ADU Program.
A development application for an ADU shall include the requisite information and
materials, pursuant to Section 26.304.030. In addition, the application shall include
scaled floor plans and elevations for the proposed ADU. The application shall be
submitted to the Community Development Department.
An application to legalize a Bandit Unit shall include the same information and
materials described above and shall be reviewed pursuant to this Section.
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ADUs require a separate building permit. After a Development Order has been issued
for an ADU, a building permit application may be submitted in conformance with
Section 26.304.075. -
B. Administrative Review.
In order to obtain a Development Order for an ADU, the Community Development
Director shall find the ADU in conformance with the criteria for administrative
approval. If an application is found to be inconsistent with these criteria, in whole or
in part, the applicant may either amend the application, apply for a Special Review to
vary the design standards, or apply for an appeal of the Director's finding pursuant to
Subsection C, below.
An application for an ADU may be approved, approved with conditions, or denied by
the Community Development Director based on the following criteria:
1. The proposed Accessory Dwelling Unit meets the requirements of Section
26.520.050, Design Standards.
2. The applicable deed restriction for the Accessory Dwelling Unit has been
accepted by the Aspen/Pitkin County Housing Authority and the deed restriction
shall be recorded prior to an application for a building permit.
C. Appeal of Director's Determination.
An appeal of a determination made by the Community Development Director,
shall be reviewed as a Special Review pursuant to subsection C, below. In this
case, the Community Development Director's finding shall be forwarded as a
recommendation and a new application need not be filed.
D. Special Review.
An application requesting a variance from the ADU design standards, or an appeal of
a determination made by the Community Development Director, shall be processed as
a Special Review in accordance with the Common Development Review Procedure
set forth in Chapter 26.304. Review is by the Planning and Zoning Commission. If
the property is a Historic Landmark, on the Inventory of historic Sites and Structures,
or within a Historic Overlay District, and the application has been authorized for
consolidation pursuant to section 26.304, the Historic Preservation Commission shall
consider the Special Review.
A Special Review for an ADU may be approved, approved with conditions, or denied
based on conformance with the following criteria:
1. The proposed ADU is designed in a manner which promotes the purpose of the
ADU program, promotes the purpose of the zone district in which it is proposed,
and promotes the unit's general livability; and,
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2. The proposed ADU is designed to be compatible with, and subordinate in
character to, the primary residence considering all dimensions, site configuration,
landscaping, privacy, and historical significance of the property; and,
3. The proposed ADU is designed in a manner which is compatible with or enhances
the character of the neighborhood considering all dimensions, density, designated
view planes, operating characteristics, traffic, availability of on -street parking,
availability of transit services, and walking proximity to employment and
recreational opportunities.
E. Inspection and Acceptance.
Prior to issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy for an ADU, the Aspen/Pitkin County
Housing Authority, or the Chief Building Official, shall inspect the ADU for
compliance with the Design Standards. Any un-approved variations from these
standards shall be remedied or approved pursuant to this chapter prior to issuance of a
Certificate of Occupancy.
26.520.090 Amendment of an ADU Development Order
A. Insubstantial Amendment.
An insubstantial amendment to an approved development order for an Accessory
Dwelling Unit may be authorized by the Community Development Director if:
1. The change is in conformance with the design standards, section 26.520.050, or
does not exceed approved variations to the design standards; and,
2. The change does not alter the deed restriction for the ADU or the alteration to the
deed restriction has been approved by the Aspen/Pitkin County Housing
Authority.
B. Other Amendments.
All other amendments to an approved development order for an Accessory
Dwelling Unit shall be reviewed pursuant to the terms and procedures of this
Section.
Section 2:
Pursuant to Section 26.310 of the Municipal Code, the Aspen Planning and Zoning
Commission hereby recommends City Council amend Section 26.470.070(B),
subparagraphs 1 and 2, as denoted by the inclusion of the following underlined language:
1. Single-family. In order to qualify for a single-family exemption, the applicant shall
have three (3) options:
a. providing an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) deed restricted to Mandatory
Occupancy, pursuant to Section 26.520;
b. paying the applicable affordable housing impact fee; or
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c. recording a resident -occupancy deed restriction on the single-family dwelling
unit being constructed.
2. Duplex. In order to qualify for a duplex exemption, the applicant shall have five
(5) options:
a. providing one free market dwelling unit and one deed restricted, resident -
occupied dwelling unit with a minimum floor area of one thousand five hundred
(1,500) square feet;
b. providing two free market dwelling units and one accessory dwelling unit
with a minimum floor area of six hundred (600) square feet deed restricted to
Mandatory Occupancy, pursuant to Section 26.520;
c. providing two free market dwelling units and two Accessory Dwelling Units,
each with a minimum floor area of three hundred (300) square feet deed
restricted to Mandatory Occupancy, pursuant to Section 26.520;
d. providing two deed restricted, resident -occupied dwelling units; or
e. paying the applicable affordable housing impact fee.
Section 3:
Pursuant to Section 26.310 of the Municipal Code, the Aspen Planning and Zoning
Commission hereby recommends City Council amend Section 26.430.030 Special
Review with the addition of the following language, denoted by add:
Special review shall apply to all development in the City of Aspen designated for
special review by the following Chapters or Sections of this Title:
• Dimensional requirements (Chapter 26.710 - Zone Districts),
• Replacement of non -conforming structures ( Chapter 26.312)
• Reduction of open space requirements in CC zone district (Section
575.030(B))5
• Off-street parking requirements (Section 26.515.040),
• Reductions in the dimensions of utility/trash service areas (Section
26.575.060)3
• Subdivision standards (Section 26.480.050).
• Accessory Dwelling Unit Design Standards (Section 26.520)
Section 4:
Pursuant to Section 26.310 of the Municipal Code, the Aspen Planning and Zoning
Commission hereby recommends City Council amend Section 26.430.030 Special
Review with the addition of the following language, denoted by add:
H. Accessory Dwelling Unit Design Standards. Whenever a special review is
conducted to determine a change in the design standards required for Accessory
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Dwelling Units, it shall be considered in accordance with the standards set forth at
Section 26.520.080(D).
Section 5:
Pursuant to Section 26.310 of the Municipal Code, the Aspen Planning and Zoning
Commission hereby recommends City Council amend the definition of "Accessory
Dwelling Unit," Section 26.104.100 by striking, as denoted by sue, language to the
definition of the term as follows:
Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU). A deed restricted dwelling unit attached to or
detached from a principal residence situated on the same lot or parcel, and which
meets the occupancy, dimensional and other requirements set forth in Section
26.520.= of this Title.
Section 6:
Pursuant to Section 26.310 of the Municipal Code, the Aspen Planning and Zoning
Commission hereby recommends City Council amend Section 26.515.030 Required
Number of Off Street Parking Spaces by striking and adding, denoted by strike and add,
language to the note, denoted by an asterisk (*), regarding the requirement for residential
uses
*For single-family and duplex residential use and multi -family use: two (2)
spaces/dwelling unit. Fewer spaces may be provided by special review pursuant to
Chapter 25.430 for historic landmarks only, and fewer spaces may be provided
pursuant to Chapter 26.42,.S520, for accessory dwelling units only. One (1)
space/dwelling unit is required if the unit is either a studio or one -bedroom unit.
Section 7:
Pursuant to Section 26.310 of the Municipal Code, the Aspen Planning and Zoning
Commission hereby recommends City Council amend Section 26.710 Zone Districts by
striking and adding, denoted by strike, and add, language to following zone districts:
26.710.040
Medium -Density Residential (R-6).
26.710.050
Moderate -Density Residential (R-15).
26.710.060
Moderate -Density Residential (R-15A).
26.710.080
Low -Density Residential (R-30).
26.710.090
Residential Multi -Family (R/MF).
26.710.100
Residential/Multi-Family (R/MFA).
26.710.130
Rural Residential (RR).
26.710.140
Commercial Core (CC).
26.710.150
Commercial (C-1).
26.710.180
Office (0).
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26.710.190 Lodge/Tourist Residential (L/TR).
26.710.220 Conservation (C).
Conditional • Y • •Ui;its •• • • • • • • • •
Permitted Use: Accessory Dwelling Units meting the provisions of Section
26.520.
Section S:
Pursuant to Section 26.310 of the Municipal Code, the Aspen Planning and
Zoning Commission hereby recommends City Council amend Section 26.710
Zone Districts by adding, denoted by add, language to following zone districts:
26.710.110 Affordable Housing/Planned Unit Development (AH 1 /PUD).
26.710.120 Residential Mobile Home Park (MHP).
Permitted Use: Accessory Dwelling Units meting the provisions of Section
26.520.
Section 9:
Pursuant to Section 26.310.050 of the Municipal Code, the adoption of this
resolution by the Planning and Zoning Commission shall not be considered a
pending ordinance.
APPROVED by the Commission during a public hearing on August 24, 1999.
APPROVED AS TO FORM: PLANNING AND ZONING
COMMISSION:
City Attorney
ATTEST:
Jackie Lothian, Deputy City Clerk
Robert Blaich, Chair
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Exhibit
STAFF COMMENTS: Text Amendment
Section 26.92.020, Standards Applicable to a Land Use Code Text Amendment
In reviewing an amendment to the text of this Title, the City Council and the Commission
shall consider:
A. Whether the proposed amendment is in conflict with any applicable
portions of this title.
Staff Finding:
The proposed code amendment intends to simplify the process and increase the
performance of Accessory Dwelling Units. Specific provisions encourage units which
provide the affordable housing with high quality units.
B. Whether the proposed amendment is consistent with all elements
of the Aspen Area Comprehensive Plan.
Staff Finding:
Staff believes these changes to the ADU Program are supported by the AACP. There are
many references to ADU's and Cottage Infill, as well as interspersed employee housing
to promote a healthy social fabric and a balance between the resort and the community.
The intention of growth management is to ensure growth of exempt free-market housing
is off -set with an equal benefit to the community. Projects, including single-family
residences, are scored on a set of community benefit criteria; the highest scored projects
of that year gaining allotments.
The exemption procedure sets a minimum level of community benefit for residential lots
created before GMQS. An ADU has been part of this minimum threshold. However, the
community expected an approximate 80% utilization of these ADUs when the program
was initiated. Actual utilization has been more in the range of 25%, with some units
functioning as guest rooms, etc. In a community where preserving a "critical mass" of
local working residents is so important, the community has expressed disappointment
with providing exemptions from growth management for guest rooms.
C. Whether the proposed amendment is compatible with surrounding
zone districts and land uses, considering existing land use and
neighborhood characteristics.
Staff Finding:
This amendment is proposed for all residential zone districts and also mixed use zones
where a single-family or duplex could be developed except for the R-15B Zone District.
Due the relative size of these units compared with a primary unit on the site, staff feels
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these accessory dwelling units will be compatible with typical land uses, densities, and
neighborhood characteristics.
D. The effect of the proposed amendment on traffic generation and
road safety.
Staff Finding:
The proposed Program encourages a "critical mass" of residents Upvalley and within
walking or transit distance to land uses frequently accessed such as employment,
recreation, shopping, etc. Staff believes more residents in town, either able to walk to
destinations or drive a shorter distance, will lessen traffic generation and further enhance
the pedestrian friendliness of Aspen.
ADU's do represent additional living units and more cars on local streets. However, this
needs to be weighed against substantially longer commuter trips from Downvalley for
commuters and for employees of primary residences. Staff believes there exists a
significant community benefit associated with this proposed Program.
E. Whether and the extent to which the proposed amendment would
result in demands on public facilities, and whether and the extent to
which the proposed amendment would exceed the capacity of such
facilities, including, but not limited to, transportation facilities,
sewage facilities, water supply, parks, drainage, schools, and
emergency medical facilities.
Staff Finding:
The types of uses and densities possible with the existing ADU program has not
presented excessive demands on public facilities. The development permit process does
address some of these concerns through tap fees, park fees, and drainage plans. Other
impact fees are only applied to subdivisions, such as the school impact fee. Additional
employee units of any type will represent additional burdens on the infrastructure. The
community has demanded more affordable housing with the expectation that some of this
development may require additional general services. Generally, additional development
within already developed areas can be served with basic services more readily compared
with greenfield development. Also, preserving and enhancing a healthy social balance
with integrated affordable housing addresses the most important infrastructure - the social
infrastructure and sense of community. .
F. Whether and the extent to which the proposed amendment would
result in significant adverse impacts on the natural environment.
Staff Finding:
The ADU Program as proposed would allow an applicant to vary dimensional
requirements of the underling zoning with a review by the Planning and Zoning
Commission. This would be unchanged from the current program and each case could be
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reviewed for its individual merits. Generally, staff believes this Ordinance will
encourage shorter commuting trips which has obvious environmental benefits.
G. Whether the proposed amendment is consistent and compatible
with the community character in the City of Aspen.
Staff Finding:
One of the most profound differences between Aspen and other mountain resort towns is
its history as a "real" town. Although there are continual challenges to the original
theme, Aspen is not merely a real estate development accessory to a resort economy, it is
a town.
Characteristic of traditional towns, and important to Aspenites as expressed in the
Community Plan, is a "critical mass" of residents and an interspersed social layering.
The interspersed nature of these units will promote community charcter.
H. Whether there have been changed conditions affecting the subject
parcel or the surrounding neighborhood which support the
proposed amendment.
Staff Finding:
The original ADU Program expected 80% utilization of these units without occupancy
requirements. Actual utilization has been around 25%, far below expectations. Also, this
ADU program, as proposed, will emphasize the provision of units on -site rather than a
cash -in -lieu payment; a policy the Housing Authority has promoted for years.
I. Whether the proposed amendment would be in conflict with the
public interest, and is in harmony with the purpose and intent of this
title.
Staff Finding:
This proposed amendment does not pose any conflicts with the public interest. The
AACP reflects a community desire for integrated affordable housing opportunities within
established neighborhoods. The community has favored infill opportunities over large
scale greenfield solutions to affordable housing.
Staff believes this Ordinance will promote the purpose and intent of this Title. This
Ordinance promotes the permanent community by emphasizing on -site employee housing
opportunities for working residents and reducing the dependence of the automobile by
providing housing near employment and recreation centers. Fewer long distance
commuter trip represents good environmental policy and providing incentives for high
quality living units promotes healthy living conditions.
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APPLICANT:
LOCATION:
ACTION: Amendment to the Land Use Code
Standards applicable to a land use code text amendment:
A. Whether the proposed amendment is in conflict with any
applicable portions of this title.
B. Whether the proposed amendment is consistent with all elements
of the Aspen Area Comprehensive Plan.
C. Whether the proposed amendment is compatible with surrounding
zone districts and land uses, considering existing land use and
neighborhood characteristics.
D. The effect of the proposed amendment on traffic generation and
road safety.
E. Whether and the extent to which the proposed amendment would
result in demands on public facilities, and whether and the extent
to which the proposed amendment would exceed the capacity of
such facilities, including, but not limited to, transportation facilities,
sewage facilities, water supply, parks, drainage, schools, and
emergency medical facilities.
F. Whether and the extent to which the proposed amendment would
result in significant adverse impacts on the natural environment.
G. Whether the proposed amendment is consistent and compatible with
the community character in the City of Aspen.
H. Whether there have been changed conditions affecting the subject
parcel or the surrounding neighborhood which support the proposed
amendment.
I. Whether the proposed amendment would be in conflict with the public
interest, and is in harmony with the purpose and intent of this title.
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Memorandum
To: Aspen Planning and Zoning Commission
Thru: Julie Ann Woods, Community Development Director ;
From: Stephanie Millar, Senior Long -Range Planner
Date: August 24, 1999
Re: Moore Property Rezoning
Summary
The effective date of the Moore PUD Property annexation into the City of Aspen was
July 27, 1999. The City of Aspen Code requires that the parcel be rezoned within 90
days of annexation. This rezoning action will change the underlying zoning of the parcel,
but the overlying PUD will continue to apply.
Background
The Moore Property is approximately 215 acres. The property is located between the
Aspen Highlands Ski Area (AHSA) and the High School Complex. The primary access to
the property is Maroon Creek Road. The approved PUD for the site includes:
• 40 single family free-market residential lots
• 31 affordable single family residential units
• Ski Club facilities, and
• Ski lift from the high school area to the top of Powder Bowl
• Open Space, trails and other recreational amenities
Based on the proposed PUD uses and lot sizes, staff has determined that the following
zone designations would be most appropriate with the PUD Overlay:
Blocks
Block A:
R-15
Block B:
PUB
Block C:
R-15
Block D:
R-15
Block E:
R-30
Block F:
R-15
Block G:
R-30
Open Space Areas
Open Space Area 1: Conservation
Open Space Area 2: Conservation
Open Space Area 3: Conservation
Open Space Area 4: Conservation
Open Space Area 5:
Conservation
Open Space Area 6:
Conservation
Open Space Area 7:
Conservation
Open Space Area 8:
Conservation
Open Space Area 9:
Conservation
Open Space Area 10:
Conservation
Open Space Area 11:
Conservation
Open Space Area 12:
Conservation
Other Parcels
Lot 1, Parcel A: Park
Lot 2, Parcel A: Park
Referral Comments:
The information on the proposed rezoning of the Moore PUD was discussed at an August
11 Development Review Committee Meeting. The Parks Department expressed an
interest in having language added to the ordinance which made clear that trails, paths and
walkways as identified in the final recorded plat are considered accessory uses to the
permitted uses in the zone district; and that the uses in the Conservation and Parks zone
districts are further limited by the James E. Moore Family LLLP Declaration of
Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions dated August 10, 1998. These two items were
added to the ordinance. No other comments were made.
Discussion
The zoning designations will not impact the adopted PUD but comply with the general
categories of usage for each area. The compliance with the Standards of Review (Section
26.130.040) are outlined in the attached document, Exhibit A.
Recommendation
Staff recommends adopting the zoning designations as described above.
Recommended Motion
"I move to recommend to City Council Resolution number 43-99 which establishes the
underlying zoning for the Moore PUD finding that this rezoning complies with the
standards of review set forth in Section 26.310.040 of the Land Use Code."
Exhibit A
Standards of Review
Moore PUD Rezoning
26.310.040 Standards of Review.
In reviewing an amendment to the text of this Title or an amendment to the
official zone district map, the City Council and the Planning and Zoning Commission
shall consider:
A. Whether the proposed amendment is in conflict with any applicable portions
of this Title.
Staff Finding:
The proposed rezoning is not in conflict with any portion of this title.
B. Whether the proposed amendment is consistent with all elements of the
Aspen Area Community Plan.
Staff Finding:
The proposed rezoning is consistent with the Aspen Area Community Plan. While the
AACP does not specifically address this property, it does indicate that additional Moore
family owned lands in the vicinity are suitable for consideration as future affordable
housing sites.
C. Whether the proposed amendment is compatible with surrounding zone
districts and land uses, considering existing land use and neighborhood
characteristics.
Staff Finding:
The proposed rezoning is compatible with surrounding zone districts and land uses and is
compatible with the adopted PUI) for the property. The surrounding zoning and land uses
in the area include the Meadowood Subdivision to the east, which is zoned R-30 in the
County. To the west is the Aspen School District facility (PUB) and the Iselin Park area
(PARK). To the southwest is the Highlands PUD in the County. .
The language of the resolution further supports existing land uses and neighborhood
characteristics by reiterating existing restrictions and agreements between the City and
the Meadowood Homeowners Association.
D. The effect of the proposed amendment on traffic generation and road safety.
Staff Finding:
The proposed rezoning of this property does not impact traffic generation or road safety
beyond the impacts already anticipated and mitigated for under the adopted PUD.
E. Whether and the extent to which the proposed amendment would result in
demands on public facilities, and whether and the extent to which the proposed
amendment would exceed the capacity of such public facilities, including but not
limited to transportation facilities, sewage facilities, water supply, parks, drainage,
schools, and emergency medical facilities.
Staff Finding:
The proposed rezoning of this property does not place demands on public facilities
beyond the impacts already anticipated under the adopted PUD. The developer is
obligated to install the necessary infrastructure, parkland has been dedicated, and
emergency medical facilities are located within one mile of the property.
F. Whether and the . extent to which the proposed amendment would result in
significantly adverse impacts on the natural environment.
Staff Findinp-:
The proposed rezoning of this property does not impact the natural environment beyond
the impacts already anticipated under the adopted PUD.
G. Whether the proposed amendment is consistent and compatible with the
community character in the City of Aspen.
Staff Finding:
The proposed rezoning of this property is consistent and compatible with the proposed
character of Aspen. This is a residential area in proximity to schools and recreational
facilities. It bridges other residential areas and is well served by existing and proposed
infrastructure.
H. Whether there have been changed conditions affecting the subject parcel or
the surrounding neighborhood which support the proposed amendment.
Staff Finding:
The City has a statutory obligation to provide this property with zoning within 90 days of
the final annexation. The proposed rezoning of this property is consistent with the
adopted PUD and is required by law following the annexation of property.
I. Whether the proposed amendment would be in conflict with the public
interest and whether it is in harmony with the purpose and intent of this Title.
Staff Finding:
Assigning zoning to this parcel must be accomplished within 90 days of the final
annexation. The proposed zone districts represent the closest approximation to the uses
approved within the PUD by Pitkin County, and do not pose any conflicts with the public
interest. Staff believes the proposed zoning district promote the purpose and intent of this
Title and is in harmony with the public interest.
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF ASPEN RECOMMENDING THE REZONING OF THE MOORE PUD
SUBDIVISION
Parcel Number: 273514112150
RESOLUTION Not-399
(SERIES OF 1999)
WHEREAS, a parcel of land located between the Aspen Highlands Ski Area
(AHSA) and the High School Complex on Maroon Creek Road, commonly known as the
Moore Subdivision (the property), was annexed into the City of Aspen on July 27, 1999
pursuant to Resolution 42, Series of 1999; and,
WHEREAS, the property is approximately 215 acres, parcel number
273514112150, and is legally described in attachment A of this Ordinance; and
WHEREAS, the Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of Aspen must
recommend to the City Council changes to the Official Zone District Map (Rezoning)
after taking and considering the recommendations from the Community Development
Director, the Planning and Zoning Commission made at a duly noticed public hearing,
and taking and considering public testimony at a duly noticed public hearing in
conformance with the review criteria set forth in Section 29.62; and
WHEREAS, during a duly noted public hearing on August 24, 1999, the
Planning and Zoning Commission took and considered testimony and recommended, (by
a to vote), the Planning and Zoning Commission recommends this property in
the zone districts as set forth herein; and,
WHEREAS, the adopted PUD will continue to control the uses and variances
allowed on the property; and
WHEREAS, trails, paths and walkways as identified in the final recorded plat are
considered accessory uses to the permitted uses in the zone district; and
WHEREAS, the uses in the Conservation and Parks zone districts are further
limited by the James E. Moore Family LLLP Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and
Restrictions dated August 10, 1998 (also known as the Moore Playing Fields
Agreement); and
WHEREAS, the Planning and Zoning Commission finds that zone districts listed
above are the most appropriate zoning classifications for this property, meets or exceeds
all applicable standards, and is consistent with the goals and elements of the Aspen Area
Community Plan; and,
WHEREAS, the Planning and Zoning Commission finds that this ordinance is
necessary for the promotion of public health, safety, and welfare.
NOW THEREFORE THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION OF THE CITY
OF ASPEN, COLORADO, RECOMMENDS THAT:
Section 1:
Blocks shall be zoned as follows:
Block A, C, D and F: R-15,
Block B: PUB, Block E: R-X
Block G: R-X
Open Space Areas 1 - 12: Conservation
Lots 1 and 2, and Parcel A: Park
APPROVED by the Commission at a regularly scheduled public hearing. on August 24,
1999.
Attest:
Planning and Zoning Commission:
Jackie Lothian, Deputy City Clerk Bob Blaich, Chairperson
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County of Pitkin } AFFIDAVIT OF NOTICE PURSUANT
} SS. TO ASPEN LAND USE REGULATIONS
State of Colorado } SECTION 26.52.060(E)
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being ing or representing an
Applicant to the City of Aspen, personally certify that I have complied with the public notice
requirements pursuant to Section 26.52.060(E) of the Aspen Municipal Code in the following
manner:
l . By mailing of notice, a copy of which is attached hereto, by first-class postage prepaid U.S.
Mail to all owners of property within three hundred (300) feet of the subject property, as indicated
on the attached list, on the 0 day of 199 (which is days prior to the public
hearing date of Z ),
2. By posting a sign in a conspicuous place on the subject property (as it could be seen from
the nearest public way) and that the said sign was posted and visible continuously from the da
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of , 199�, to the day of , 199 �- . (Must be posted for at least
ten (10) full days before the hearing date). A photograph of the posted sign is attached hereto.
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ANDERSON THOMAS J & JEANETTE G
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AYRES R WILLIAM JR & REBECCA T
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GODFREY H LEE & SANDRA S
1000 LOUISIANA ST STE 5100
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CROWN A STEVEN
CROWN NANCY C AS JT TENANTS
222 N LASALLE ST #2000
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DUFFEY MARY A
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FRANCIS JUDI B
201 HEATHER LN
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GILL RICHARD
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MOLLER DIANE T
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MUSIC ASSOCIATES OF ASPEN INC
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PAYNE MARYBELLE R
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PO BOX 1108
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KOBACKERJEFFREY M
KOBACKER CARMEN G
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PHILLIPS PAMELA
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PUBLIC NOTICE
RE: MOORE PROPERTY REZONING TO R-15, R-30, PUB, CONSERVATION AND
PARKS ZONE DISTRICTS
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing will be held on Tuesday, August 24, 1999 at
a meeting to begin at 4:30 p.m. before the Aspen Planning and Zoning Commission, Sister Cities
Room, City Hall, 130 S. Galena St., Aspen, to rezone the property to Moderate Density Residential
(R-15), Low Density. Residential (R-30), Public (PUB), Conservation and Parks (P) Zone
Districts.
The property is located between the Aspen Highlands Ski Area (AHSA) and the High School
Complex. It is near the proposed Islin Park area. The primary access to the property is Maroon
Creek Road. For further information, contact Stephanie Millar at the Aspen/Pitkin Community
Development Department, 130 S. Galena St., Aspen, CO (970) 920-5102:
s/Bob Blaich, Chair
Aspen Planning and Zoning Commission
Published in the Aspen Times on August 6; 1999
City of Aspen Account
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