HomeMy WebLinkAboutagenda.apz.20010710 AGENDA
ASPEN PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY, JULY 10, 2001
4:15 PM PUBLIC DISCUSSION WITH STAFF
4:30 PM
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
COMMENTS
A. Commissioners
B. Public
II. DECLARATION OF CONFLICTS OF INTEREST
III. MINUTES (6/5/01)
IV. PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. 629 W. SMUGGLER LANDMARK DESIGNATION, Amy Guthrie,
continue to 8/21
B. LOT 15, BLOCK G, ASPEN HIGHLANDS PUD AMENDMENT FOR AN
ADITIONAL ADU, James Lindt ~ (~-~ ~9
C. 1490 RED BUTTE STREAM MARGIN REVIEW, Steve Clay ~(~t~ ~7/~
D. MOBILE HOME PARK ZONE DISTRICT TITLE CODE AMENDMENT,
continued to a date to be determined, Steve Clay
V. ADJOURN
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Aspen Planning and Zoning Commission
THRU: Julie Ann Woods, Community Development Directo
Joyce Ohlson, Deputy Director
FROM: James Lindt, Acting Zoning Officer
RE: Aspen Highlands Village PUD Amendment - Public Hearin
DATE: July 10, 2001
APPLICANT /OWNER:
John McCormick
REPRESENTATIVE:
Jim Guffey, Charles Cunniffe Architects
LOCATION:
0265 Exhibition Lane, Lot 15, Block G. Aspen Highlands Village Planned Unit
Development
CURRENT ZONING:
R-15 PUD
CURRENT LAND USE:
Vacant Lot
PROPOSED LAND USE REQUEST:
Amendment to the Planned Unit Development
SUMMARY:
Applicant wishes to obtain an amendment to the Aspen Highlands Village Planned Unit
Development (PUD) for the purpose of constructing an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU)
in the Aspen Highlands Village Planned Unit Development. The approved PUD only
allows for ten ADU's to be constructed on lots in which the property owners were
conveyed certificates for these Caretaker Units from Hines Highlands Limited
Partnership. This would be the eleventh ADU in the Planned Unit Development.
REVIEW PROCEDURE
An amendment found to be consistent with or an enhancement of the approved final
development plan by the Community Development Director, but which does not meet the
established thresholds for an insubstantial amendment, may be approved, approved with
conditions, or denied by the Planning and Zoning Commission, at a public hearing pursuant
to Section 26.445.030(C) Step 3. The action by the Planning and Zoning Commission shall
be considered the final action, unless the decision is appealed to City Council.
STAFF COMMENTS:
The applicant, John McCormick, represented by Charles Cuniffe Architects, requests an
amendment to the Aspen Highlands Village Planned Unit Development (PUD) for the
purpose of constructing an eleventh ADU within the PUD. Ten ADU's were originally
approved to be constructed within the PUD. The lots that were allowed to receive the
ADU's were established by Hines Highlands Limited Partnership through a certificate
program. Hines received certificates from the County to construct the ten ADU's within
the PUD, and then Hines was able to convey the certificates to the property owners in the
PUD as they saw fit. Hines claims that there was no monetary payment received by them
for the certificates and that they were conveyed on a first come, first serve basis. The
applicant is asking for an amendment to allow for an ADU to be constructed on his single-
family lot at Highlands. The applicant was unable to obtain one of the ten ADU
Certificates, but has received a letter from Hines Highlands Inc. (Exhibit E) authorizing
him to apply for the PUD Amendment to allow for the ADU.
Allowing for more ADU's at Highlands is supported by many of the Housing goals and
policies set forth in the Aspen Area Community Plan. More specifically, allowing ADU's
on the single-family lots would "encourage development to occur within the Aspen
Community Growth Boundary" and would also "encourage greater participation by the
private sector in affordable housing". Staff feels that allowing for more ADU's would also
further the Aspen Area Community Plan Housing Policy that calls for the City to "celebrate
our diversity by reflecting it in our housing inventory" and to "avoid housing developments
that inadvertently create segregation".
Staff feels that the Highlands PUD should be amended to allow for the City's ADU
program to be implemented, allowing for voluntary ADU's to be approved at an
administrative level on all single-family lots in the PUD. However,_ staff can not initiate a
PUD amendment to allow for City's ADU program to be implemented without Hines'
authorization. Staff has been unable to obtain this authorization at the current time.
Staff believes that the impacts of the PUD Amendment to allow for an additional ADU to
be built on the applicant's lot would be very minor. An off-street parking space is required
per the Highlands PUD Guidelines, which would prevent the additional resident from
parking on the street.
Staff recommends approval of the proposed amendment to the Aspen Highlands Village
Planned Unit Development (PUD) for the purpose of allowing for an ADU to be built on
Lot 15, Block G of the Highlands PUD. The PUD Amendment would allow for Mr.
McCormick to construct an ADU within the dimensional requirements set out in the
Highlands Village PUD and allow for the ADU to be constructed per the City's ADU
design guidelines pursuant to section 26.520 of the City Land Use Code.
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RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the Planning and Zoning Commission approve the Amendment to
the Aspen Highlands Village Planned Unit Development (PUD) for the purpose of
allowing an eleventh ADU to be constructed pursuant to Section 26.520 of the Land Use
Code, on Lot 15, Block G, Aspen Highlands Village PUD.
RECOMMENDED MOTION (ALL MOTIONS ARE PROPOSED IN THE AFFIRMATIVE):
"I move to approve Resolution No.IL, Series of 2001, approving the Amendment to the
Aspen Highlands Village Planned Unit Development (PUD) for the purpose of allowing
for an eleventh ADU to be constructed pursuant to Land Use Code Section 26.520, on
Lot 15, Block G, of the Aspen Highlands Village PUD."
ATTACHMENTS:
Exhibit A -- Review Criteria and Staff Findings
Exhibit B -- Parcel Location
Exhibit C -- Development Application
Exhibit D -- Letter from Hines Authorizing and Supporting the Application
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RESOLUTION N0. 31
(SERIES OF 2001)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ASPEN PLANNING AND ZONING
COMMISSION APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE ASPEN HIGHLANDS
VILLAGE PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT TO ALLOW FOR AN ACCESSORY
DWELLING UNIT TO BE CONSTRUCTED PURSUANT TO LAND USE CODE
SECTION 26.520.050, ADU DESIGN STANDARDS, ON LOT 15, BLOCK G, OF THE
ASPEN HIGHLANDS VILLAGE PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT, CITY OF
ASPEN, PITKIN COUNTY, COLORADO.
WHEREAS, the Community Development Department received an application from
John McCormick, represented by Charles Cunnife Architects, for an amendment to the
Aspen Highlands Village Planned Unit Development (PUD) to allow for an eleventh
Accessory Dwelling Unit to be constructed within the Highlands Village Planned Unit
Development on Lot 15, Block G, Aspen Highlands Village PUD; and,
WHEREAS, pursuant to Sections 26.445, the Planning and Zoning Commission may
approve an amendment to an approved Planned Unit Development, during a duly noticed
public hearing, comments from the general public, a recommendation from the Community
Development Staff, and recommendations from relevant referral agencies;
WHEREAS, the Community Development Department reviewed the request for an
amendment to the Aspen Highlands Village PUD to allow for an additional ADU to be
allowed solely on Lot 15, Block G, Aspen Highlands PUD and recommended Approval;
and,
WHEREAS, the Aspen Planning and Zoning Commission has reviewed and considered
the development proposal under the applicable provisions of the Municipal Code as identified
herein, has reviewed and considered the recommendation of the Community Development
Department, the applicable referral agencies, and has taken and considered public comment at a
public hearing; and,
WHEREAS, the Aspen Planning and Zoning Commission finds that the development
proposal meets or exceeds all applicable development standards and that the approval of the
development proposal, with conditions, is consistent with the goals and elements of the Aspen
Area Community Plan; and,
WHEREAS, the Aspen Planning and Zoning Commission finds that this Resolution
furthers and is necessary for the promotion of public health, safety, and welfare.
WHEREAS, during a duly noticed public hearing on July 10, 2001, the Planning and
Zoning Commission approved, by a _ to _ (_ - _) vote, an amendment to the Aspen
Highlands Village Planned Unit Development (PUD) for the purpose of allowing an eleventh
ADU to be constructed, pursuant to the land use code section 26.520.050, ADU Design
Standards, on Lot 15, Block G, Aspen Highlands Village Planned Unit Development; and,
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY OF ASPEN PLANNING AND
ZONING COMMISSION as follows:
Section 1
Pursuant to the procedures and standards set forth in Title 26 of the Aspen Municipal Code, the
amendment to the Aspen Highlands Village Planned Unit Development (PUD) for the
purpose of allowing an eleventh Accessory Dwelling Unit to be constructed within the PUD
on Lot 15, Block G, is approved with the following conditions:
1. The Accessory Dwelling Unit shall conform to the regulations set out in section 26.050,
ADU design standards.
2. All applicants for an ADU shall prepare and record the appropriate deed restriction for
the unit in conjunction with the Aspen/Pitkin Housing Authority.
Section 2:
This Resolution shall not effect any existing litigation and shall not operate as an abatement of
any action or proceeding now pending under or by virtue of the ordinances repealed or amended
as herein provided, and the same shall be conducted and concluded under such prior ordinances.
Section 3:
If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion of this Resolution is for any
reason held invalid or unconstitutional in a court of competent jurisdiction, such portion shall be
deemed a separate, distinct and independent provision and shall not affect the validity of the
remaining portions thereof.
Approved by the Commission at its regular meeting on July 10, 2001.
APPROVED AS TO FORM: PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION:
City Attorney
ATTEST:
Jackie Lothian, Deputy City Clerk
Robert Blaich, Chair
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EXHIBIT A
HIGHLANDS PUD AMENDMENT
REVIEW CRITERIA & STAFF FINDINGS
A. General requirements.
1. The proposed development shall be consistent with the Aspen Area
Community Plan.
2. The proposed development shall be consistent with the character of
existing land uses in the surrounding area.
3. The proposed development shall not adversely affect the future
development of the surrounding area.
4. The proposed development has either been granted GMQS allotments, is
exempt from GMQS, or GMQS allotments are available to
accommodate the proposed development and will be considered prior to,
or in combination with, final PUD development plan review.
Staff Finding
Staff finds that the proposed PUD Amendment is consistent with the AACP and the
existing land uses in the surrounding areas in that there are already ADU's that are
approved within the PUD. Staff finds that the proposed amendment furthers the AACP
goal of providing more employee housing within the limits of the Urban Growth
Boundary. Staff finds the criterion to be met.
B. Establishment of Dimensional Requirements:
The final PUD development plans shall establish the dimensional requirements for all
properties within the PUD as described in General Provisions, Section 26.445.040,
above. The dimensional requirements of the underlying zone district shall be used as a
guide in determining the appropriate dimensions for the PUD. During review of the
proposed dimensional requirements, compatibility with surrounding land uses and
existing development patterns shall be emphasized. The proposed dimensional
requirements shall comply with the following:
1. The proposed dimensional requirements for the subject property are
appropriate and compatible with the following influences on the
property:
a) The character of, and compatibility with, existing and expected future
land uses in the surrounding area.
b) Natural or man-made hazards.
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c) Existing natural characteristics of the property and surrounding area
such as steep slopes, waterways, shade, and significant vegetation and
landforms.
d) Existing and proposed man-made characteristics of the property and the
surrounding area such as noise, traffic, transit, pedestrian circulation,
parking, and historical resources.
Staff Finding
The approved types of land uses will not be changed. Accessory Dwelling Units are
already allowed within the PUD to a limited number. Staff feels that the additional
traffic and demand for transit will be minimal. Staff finds this criterion to be met.
2. The proposed dimensional requirements permit a scale, massing, and
quantity of open space and site coverage appropriate and favorable to
the character of the proposed PUD and of the surrounding area.
Staff Finding
Staff finds that the proposed amendment will not reduce the open space nor increase the
site coverage. Detached ADU's are not allowed on Block G per the Highlands Village
PUD. Staff finds this criterion to be met.
3. The appropriate number of off-street parking spaces shall be established
based on the following considerations:
a) The probable number of cars used by those using the proposed
development including any non-residential land uses.
b) The varying time periods of use, whenever joint use of common parking
is proposed.
c) The availability of public transit and other transportation facilities,
including those for pedestrian access and/or the commitment to utilize
automobile disincentive techniques in the proposed development.
d) The proximity of the proposed development to the commercial core and
general activity centers in the city.
Staff Finding
Staff finds that parking demand will be met because the ADU design standards require
that one off-street parking space be created and designated for the ADU resident in
addition to the parking for the primary residences. There are also RFTA bus stops
nearby to provide alternative forms of transportation. Staff finds this criterion to be met.
4. The maximum allowable density within a PUD may be reduced if there
exists insufficient infrastructure capabilities. Specifically, the
maximum density of a PUD may be reduced if:
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a) There is not sufficient water pressure, drainage capabilities, or other
utilities to service the proposed development.
b) There are not adequate roads to ensure fire protection, snow removal,
and road maintenance to the proposed development.
Staff Finding
Staff finds this criterion does not apply to this application.
5. The maximum allowable density within a PUD may be reduced if there
exists natural hazards or critical natural site features. Specifically, the
maximum density of a PUD may be reduced if:
a) The land is not suitable for the proposed development because of ground
instability or the possibility of mudflow, rockfalls or avalanche dangers.
b) The effects of the proposed development are detrimental to the natural
watershed, due to runoff, drainage, soil erosion, and consequent water
pollution.
c) The proposed development will have a pernicious effect on air quality in
the surrounding area and the City.
d) The design and location of any proposed structure, road, driveway, or
trail in the proposed development is not compatible with the terrain or
causes harmful disturbance to critical natural features of the site.
Staff Finding
Staff finds this criterion does not apply to this application.
6. The maximum allowable density within a PUD may be increased if
there exists a significant community goal to be achieved through such
increase and the development pattern is compatible with its surrounding
development patterns and with the site's physical constraints.
Specifically, the maximum density of a PUD may be increased if:
a) The increase in density serves one or more goals of the community as
expressed in the Aspen Area Community Plan (AACP) or a specific area
plan to which the property is subject.
b) The site's physical capabilities can accommodate additional density and
there exists no negative physical characteristics of the site, as identified
in subparagraphs 4 and S, above, those areas can be avoided, or those
characteristics mitigated.
c) The increase in maximum density results in a development pattern
compatible with, and complimentary to, the surrounding existing and
expected development pattern, land uses, and characteristics.
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Staff Finding
Accessory Dwelling Units are not counted as units of density per the land use code.
Staff finds that ADU's are encouraged by the Aspen Area Community Plan and that
affordable housing units constructed within, the Urban Growth Boundary are compatible
with the surrounding land uses. Staff finds this criterion to be met.
C. Site Design.
The purpose of this standard is to ensure the PUD enhances public spaces, is
complimentary to the site's natural and man-made features and the adjacent public
spaces, and ensures the public's health and safety. The proposed development shall
comply with the following:
1. Existing natural or man-made features of the site which are unique,
provide visual interest or a specific reference to the past, or contribute to
the identity of the town are preserved or enhanced in an appropriate
manner.
2. Structures have been clustered to appropriately preserve significant
open spaces and vistas.
3. Structures are appropriately oriented to public streets, contribute to the
urban or rural context where appropriate, and provide visual interest
and engagement of vehicular and pedestrian movement.
4. Buildings and access ways are appropriately arranged to allow
emergency and service vehicle access.
S. Adequate pedestrian and handicapped access is provided.
6. Site drainage is accommodated for the proposed development in a
practical and reasonable manner and shall not negatively impact
surrounding properties.
7. For non-residential land uses, spaces between buildings are
appropriately designed to accommodate any programmatic functions
associated with the use.
Staff Finding
Staff finds that the proposed amendment will not affect the open space or setbacks
because there is an approved building envelope already in place on the lot. The ADU
will also be located within the dimensional requirements of the approved Aspen
Highlands Village PUD.
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D. Landscape Plan.
The purpose of this standard is to ensure compatibility of the proposed landscape
with the visual character of the city, with surrounding parcels, and with existing and
proposed features of the subject property. The proposed development shall comply
with the following:
1. The landscape plan exhibits a well -designated treatment of exterior
spaces, preserves existing significant vegetation, and provides an ample
quantity and variety of ornamental plant species suitable for the Aspen
area climate.
2. Significant existing natural and man-made site features, which provide
uniqueness and interest in the landscape, are preserved or enhanced in
an appropriate manner.
3. The proposed method of protecting existing vegetation and other
landscape features is appropriate.
Staff Finding
Staff finds that this criterion does not apply to this application.
E. Architectural Character.
It is the purpose of this standard is to encourage architectural interest, variety,
character, and visual identity in the proposed development and within the City while
promoting efficient use of resources. Architectural character is based upon the
suitability of a building for its purposes, legibility of the building's use, the building's
proposed massing, proportion, scale, orientation to public spaces and other buildings,
use of materials, and other attributes, which may significantly represent the
character of the proposed development. There shall be approved as part of the final
development plan an architectural character plan, which adequately depicts the
character of the proposed development. The proposed architecture of the
development shall:.
1. Be compatible with or enhance the visual character of the city,
appropriately relate to existing and proposed architecture of the
property, represent a character suitable for, and indicative of, the
intended use, and respect the scale and massing of nearby historical and
cultural resources.
2. Incorporate, to the extent practical, natural heating and cooling by
taking advantage of the property's solar access, shade, and vegetation
and by use of non- or less -intensive mechanical systems.
3. Accommodate the storage and shedding of snow, ice, and water in a safe
and appropriate manner that does not require significant maintenance.
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Staff Finding
Staff finds that the proposed amendment does not change the architectural character of
the residence. Staff finds this criterion to be met.
F. Lighting.
The purpose of this standard is to ensure the exterior of the development will be
lighted in an appropriate manner considering both public safety and general
aesthetic concerns. The following standards shall be accomplished:
1. All lighting is proposed so as to prevent direct glare or hazardous
interference of any kind to adjoining streets or lands. Lighting of site
features, structures, and access ways is proposed in an appropriate
manner.
2. All exterior lighting shall be in compliance with the Outdoor Lighting
Standards unless otherwise approved and noted in the final PUD
documents. Up lighting of site features, buildings, landscape elements,
and lighting to call inordinate attention to the property is prohibited for
residential development.
Staff Finding
The applicant must meet the outdoor lighting requirements set forth in the Highlands Village
PUD. Staff finds that this criterion is not applicable to this application.
G. Common Park, Open Space, or Recreation Area.
If the proposed development includes a common park, open space, or recreation area
for the mutual benefit of all development in the proposed PUD, the following criteria
shall be met:
3. The proposed amount, location, and design of the common park, open
space, or recreation area enhances the character of the proposed
development, considering existing and proposed structures and natural
landscape features of the property, provides visual relief to the
property's built form, and is available to the mutual benefit of the
various land uses and property users of the PUD.
4. A proportionate, undivided interest in all common park and recreation
areas is deeded in perpetuity (not for a number of years) to each lot or
dwelling unit owner within the PUD or ownership is proposed in a
similar manner.
S. There is proposed an adequate assurance through a legal instrument for
the permanent care and maintenance of open spaces, recreation areas,
and shared facilities together with a deed restriction against future
residential, commercial, or industrial development.
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Staff Finding
Staff finds this criterion does not apply to this application.
H. Utilities and Public facilities.
The purpose of this standard is to ensure the development does not impose an undue
burden on the City's infrastructure capabilities and that the public does not incur an
unjustified financial burden. The proposed utilities and public facilities associated
with the development shall comply with the following:
1. Adequate public infrastructure facilities exist to accommodate the
development.
2. Adverse impacts on public infrastructure by the development will be
mitigated by the necessary improvements at the sole cost of the
developer.
3. Oversized utilities, public facilities, or site improvements are provided
appropriately and where the developer is reimbursed proportionately for
the additional improvement.
Staff Finding
Staff finds that adequate public infrastructure exists to serve the additional unit that
would be created by this amendment. Staff finds this criterion to be met.
L Access and Circulation. (Only standards 1 &2 apply to Minor PUD applications)
The purpose of this standard is to ensure the development is easily accessible,
does not unduly burden the surrounding road network, provides adequate
pedestrian and recreational trail facilities and minimizes the use of security
gates. The proposed access and circulation of the development shall meet the
following criteria:
1. Each lot, structure, or other land use within the PUD has adequate
access to a public street either directly or through an approved private
road, a pedestrian way, or other area dedicated to public or private use.
2. The proposed development, vehicular access points, and parking
arrangement do not create traffic congestion on the roads surrounding
the proposed development, or such surrounding roads are proposed to
be improved to accommodate the development.
3. Areas of historic pedestrian or recreational trail use, improvements of,
or connections to, the bicycle and pedestrian trail system, and adequate
access to significant public lands and the rivers are provided through
dedicated public trail easements and are proposed for appropriate
improvements and maintenance.
4. The recommendations of the Aspen Area Community Plan and adopted
specific plans regarding recreational trails, pedestrian and bicycle
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paths, and transportation are proposed to be implemented in an
appropriate manner.
S. Streets in the PUD which are proposed or recommended to be retained
under private ownership provide appropriate dedication to public use to
ensure appropriate public and emergency access.
6. Security gates, guard posts, or other entryway expressions for the PUD,
or for lots within the PUD, are minimized to the extent practical.
Staff Finding
Staff finds that the proposed amendment does not affect the vehicular circulation
because an off-street parking space is required for each ADU unit. Staff finds this
criterion to be met.
J. Phasing of Development Plan. (does not apply to Conceptual PUD applications)
The purpose of this criteria is to ensure partially completed projects do not create
an unnecessary burden on the public or surrounding property owners and
impacts of an individual phase are mitigated adequately. If phasing of the
development plan is proposed, each phase shall be defined in the adopted final
PUD development plan. The phasing plan shall comply with the following:
1. All phases, including the initial phase, shall be designed to function as a
complete development and shall not be reliant on subsequent phases.
Z. The phasing plan describes physical areas insulating, to the extent
practical, occupants of initial phases from the construction of later
phases.
3. The proposed phasing plan ensures the necessary or proportionate
improvements to public facilities, payment of impact fees and fees -in -
lieu, construction of any facilities to be used jointly by residents of the
PUD, construction of any required affordable housing, and any
mitigation measures are realized concurrent or prior to the respective
impacts associated with the phase.
Staff Finding
Staff finds this criterion does not apply to this application.
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REAL ESTATE
March 26, 2001
R.E. Lot 15 G Maroon Neighborhood
Aspen Highlands Village PUD
Application to increase the number of ADU (caretaker) units from 10 to 11. Minor PUD
amendment.
Proposal: The applicant would like to build an ADU unit in an area of the house that
would not affect nor require any adjustment to the FAR. See accompanying architectural
floor plans.
This is consistent with the relvant standards:
A) N/A
B) The proposal does not change the use.
C) ADU units were anticipated, desirable and are permitted.
D) The proposed activity does not
i) Change the basic character of the approved use of the land -
it will not require any increase in the size of the house.
ii) There will be no off site impact
iii) Public health, safety and welfare will not be affected
iv) On site parking will be handled easily (one car) by a space
to south of the house. Affordable housing generation will
be positively affected
v) There will be no affect on FAR.
John McCormick `
302 E. Hopkins Avenue, Aspen, Colorado 81611 (970) 920-4500 Fax (970) 920-1085 (800) 598-7147
Email: oandw@sopris.net Website: www.otisandwalker.com
June 21, 2001
James Lindt
Community Development Office
City of Aspen
130 South Galena Street
Aspen, CO 81611
Dear James,
RECiEmEo
JUN 25
AS I P� KIN
PONW- rYDEVELOPMENT
Please accept this letter as our authorization for John McCormick, owner of Aspen Highands
Village Maroon Neighborhood Lot 15, to proceed with an application to amend the Aspen
Highlands Village PUD for the addition of an ADU to his proposed home.
A S P E n Per your request, I have researched and confirmed that the 10 certificates issued with prior lot
sales at Aspen Highlands were offered at no cost to the lot buyer. In addition, no cost premium
�I I G N L A n D S was placed on lots that were sold with the certificate. We recommend that Mr. McCormick's
application be reviewed at the administrative level.
V I L L fl G I Please feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns you have regarding this matter.
Sincerely,
P O, Box 5115
Aspen, Colorado
81612
(970) 920-1710
Fax (970) 920-3955
David Norden
Cc: John McCormick
State of Colorado Space Above This Line For Recording Data
DEED OF TRUST
(With Future Advance Clause)
1. DATE AND PARTIES. The date of this Deed of Trust (Security Instrument) is ... 21, 2000
and the parties, their addresses and tax identification numbers, if required, are as follows:
GRANTOR: JOM MCCORMICK JOHN T. MCCORMICK
PO BOX 2974 PO BOX 2974
ASPEN, CO 81612 ASPEN, CO 81612
❑ If checked, refer to the attached Addendum incorporated herein, fort additional Grantors, their signatures and
acknowledgments.
TRUSTEE: PUBLIC TRUSTEE OF PITKIN COUNTY
LENDER: COMMUNITY BANKS OF COLORADO
ORGANIZED AND EXISTING UNDER THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF COLORADO
210 NORTH MILS, STREET
ASPEN, CO 81611
TAXPAYER I.D. ##: 84-0638700
2. CONVEYANCE. For good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which is acknowledged, and
to secure the Secured Debt (defined below) and Grantor's performance under this Security Instrument, Grantor
irrevocably grants, conveys and sells to Trustee, in trust for the benefit of Lender, with power of sale, the
following described property: LOT 15, BLOCK G, THE ASPEN HIGHLANDS VILLAGE P.U.D.
ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED OCIOBER 15, 1998 IN PLAT BOOK 47 AT
PAGE 1 AS RECEPTION NO. 423275. COUNTY OF PITKIN, STATE OF COLORADO.
Theproperty is located in PITKIN.................................................... at ............. .............................
(County)
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riparian rights, ditches, and water stock and all existing and future improvements, structures, fixtures, and
replacements that may now, or at any time in the future, be part of the real estate described above (all referred to as
"Property").
3. MAXEYH-J ki OBLIGATION LIMIT. The total principal amount secured by this Security Instrument at any one
time shall not exceed $ 2P0, 000.00 ................................ . This limitation of amount does not include
interest and other fees and charges validly made pursuant to this Security Instrument. Also, this limitation does not
apply to advances made under the terms of this Security Instrument to protect Lender's security and to perform any
of the covenants contained in this Security Instrument.
4. SECURED DEBT AND FUTURE ADVANCES. The term "Secured Debt" is defined as follows:
A. Debt incurred under the terms of all promissory note(s), contract(s), guaranty(s) or other evidence of debt
described below and all their extensions, renewals, modifications or substitutions. (When referencing the
debts below it is suggested that you include items such as borrowers' names, note amounts, interest rates,
maturity dates, etc.) PROMISSORY NOTE NUMBER 88571505 DATED DECEMBER 21 2000 IN
THE ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF$200,000.00 NAMING JOHN MCCORMI& AS
BORROWER AND COMMUNITY BANKS OF COLORADO AS LENDER.
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County of Pitkin } AFFIDAVIT OF NOTICE PURSUANT
} SS. TO ASPEN LAND USE REGULATIONS
State of Colorado } SECTION 26.304.060(E)
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Applicant to the City of Aspen, personally certify that I have complied with the public notice
requirements pursuant to Section 26.304.060(E) of the Aspen Municipal Code in the following
manner:
1. 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
200 & (which is /,s days prior to the public
PUBLIC NOTICE
DATE 7�01,,
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FOR FURTHER INFORMATION. CONTACT THE ASPEN/PITKIN PLANKING OFFICE.
130 SOUTH GALENA. ASK-N. CO (970) 920 5�
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was posted and visible continuously from the• 9 a y
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photograph -of the posted sign is attached hereto.
Signature
Signed before me this 2 day of Jv
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ASPEN HIGHLANDS MOUNTAIN LLC
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2418 CHICORY LN
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NAPLES, FL 34105
POC BOHN LLC
3737 LAPALCO BLVD
HARVEY, LA 70058
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BROWN LISA & GARY
PO BOX 4388
1420 WESTBROOK DR
ASPEN, CO 816124388
SARASOTA, FL 34231 3549
CHOPIVSKY GEORGE JR
CRIDEN MICHEEL E & MICHELE S
3217 CATHEDRAL AVE N W
11035 MARIN ST
WASHINGTON, DC 20008
CORAL GABLES, FL 33156
GUENTHER JACK -TRUSTEE
NINES HIGHLANDS LIMITED PARTNERSHIP
153 TREELINE PARK STE 300
PO BOX 5115
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78209-1880
ASPEN, CO M 612
LARSEN MARCELLA
LARSEN BENJAMIN TRUST
MCCORMICK J014N T
PO BOX 1063
302 E HOPKINS
ASPEN, CO 81612
ASPEN, CO 91611-1906
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3663 GRAND AVE UNIT 904
DES MOINES, IA 50312-4369
LABS J DANIEL
2418 CHICORY LN
GREY OAKS
NAPLES, FL 34105
POC BOHN LLC
3737 LAPALCO BLVD
HARVEY, LA 70058
BOYD CONSTANCE A
CIO HEATHERBED LODGE
BROWN LISA & GARY
PO BOX 4388
1420 WESTBROOK DR
ASPEN, CO 816124388
SARASOTA, FL 34231 3549
CHOPIVSKY GEORGE JR
CRIDEN MICHAEL E & MIC14ELE S
3217 CATHEDRAL AVE N W
11035 MARIN ST
WASHINGTON, DC 20008
CORAL GABLES, FL 33156
GUENTHER JACK -TRUSTEE
HINES HIGHLANDS LIMITED PARTNERSHIP
153 TREELINE PARK STE 300
PO BOX 5115
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78209-1880
ASPEN, CO 81612
LARSEN MARCELLA
LARSEN BENJAMIN TRUST
MCCORMICK JOI-IN T
PO BOX 1063
302 E HOPKINS
ASPEN, CO 81612
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MEMORANDUM
To: Aspen Planning and Zoning Commission
THRU: Julie Ann Woods, Community Development Director
Joyce Ohlson, Deputy Director
FROM: Steve Clay, Planner
RE: 1490 Red Butte Stream Margin Review & Variance to Res'
Standards, Resolution No. Residential Design
, Series of 2001. —PUBLIC HEARING.
DATE: July 10, 2001
APPLICANT:
Neighbor to the west of
Mark Brown & Steve Brint proposed struct a
REPRESENTATIVE:
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ADDRESS:
1490 Red Butte Dr.
ZONING:
R-30, Low Density Residential
CURRENT LAND USE:
Single Family Residential
PROPOSED LAND USE:
Single Family Residential
REQUESTED ACTION:
1. Stream Margin Review
2. Variance from the Residential
Design Standards
SUMMARY
The applicant is proposing a demolition of the existing single family residential home and the
construction of a new single family residential home located in an Environmentally Sensitive
Area at 1490 Red Butte Drive on the Roaring Fork River.
In order to accomplish the desired design the applicant is requesting the following variances from
the Residential Design Standards:
1. Inflection
2. Double -wide garage door
3. Windows between 9-12 feet
The Planning and Zoning Commission acting as the Design Review Appeals Committee may
grant relief from the Residential Design Standards during a public hearing for one of the
following three reasons:
1) The property possesses an irregularity in which a waiver is clearly necessary for
reasons of fairness;
2) The proposed design represents a more effective manner to address the particular
issue in which the standard is intended; or,
3) The proposed design yields greater compliance with the Aspen Area Community
Plan than would result with application of the particular standard.
Residential Design Standards
Inflection
26.410.040 (E) (2) (a) Residential design standard regarding inflection states. -
The following standard must be met for parcels that are 6,000 square feet or over:
If a one (1) story
building exists directly adja-
cent to the subject site, then
the new construction must
step down to one story in
height along their common
lot line. If there are one
story buildings on both sides
of the subject site, the appli-
cant may choose the side
towards which to inflect.
if...
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Then.
A one story building shall be defined as follows: A one story building shall mean a structure,
or portion of a structure, where there is only one floor of fully usable living space, at least 12
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feet wide across the street frontage. This standard shall be met by providing a one story
element which is also at least twelve (12) feet wide across the street frontage and one story
tall as far back along the common lot line as the adjacent building is one story.
➢ Staff Finding
The home, as proposed, appears to meet the inflection requirement when viewed from
the front, or street side. It is only due to the natural slope of the hill, east to west, that
creates a one-story to two-story element when viewed from the back, or river side,
creating an inflection problem with the home located on the west side of the parcel. If
the structure is constructed to meet the inflection standard, a substantial amount of
slope disturbance could occur. The slope disturbance will have more negative impacts in
relation with the river and surrounding neighbors then not meeting the inflection
standard. Disturbing the grade to meet the criteria for inflection is not a desirable
solution for this situation. See Plan No. II
Staff supports the request for the inflection variance finding that;
1) The property possesses an irregularity in which a waiver is clearly necessary
for reasons of fairness.
2) The proposed design represents a more effective manner to address the
particular issue in which the standard is intended.
Doublewide Garage Doors
26.410. 040 (fi Residential design standard states. -
The garage doors shall be single stall doors
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➢ Staff Finding:
The garage will be side loaded with respect to the street and will not be seen when
viewed directly from the street facade. Furthermore, the doublewide garage door has
been designed as to appear as two single stall garage doors. There will be very little
impacts, if any, regarding approval of this variance. See Plan Noll & 14
Staff supports the request for the doublewide garage door variance finding that;
I) The proposed design represents a more effective manner to address the
particular issue in which the standard is intended.
Windows located in the 9-12 "No window zone"
26.410.040 (D) 3a Residential design standard regarding
windows states:
Street facing windows shall not
span through the area where a second
floor level would typically exist,
which is between nine (9) and twelve
feet (12) above the finished first floor.
For interior staircases, this measure-
ment will be made from the first land-
ing if one exists. A transom window
above the main entry is exempt from
this standard.
No. window
zone"
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➢ Staff Findings:
The request for the variance is only for the purpose of design. This is a newly
constructed design; the applicant should be able to alter the plans and adhere to
this standard as required. See Plan Noll
Staff does not support the variance for the windows that are located between nine
(9) and twelve (12) feet finding that:
1) The property does not possess an irregularity in which a waiver is clearly
necessary for reasons of fairness.
2) The proposed design does not represent a more effective manner to address the
particular issue in which the standard is intended.
3) The proposed design yields greater compliance with the Aspen Area Community
Plan than would result with application of the particular standard.
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Stream Margin Review
These are areas located within one hundred (100) feet, measured horizontally, from the high
water line of the Roaring Fork River and its tributary streams, or within the one -hundred -year
floodplain where it extends one hundred (100) feet from the high water line of the Roaring
Fork River and its tributary streams, or within a flood hazard area (stream margin).
Development in these areas shall be sub j ect to heightened review so as to reduce and prevent
property loss by flood while ensuring the natural and unimpeded flow of watercourses.
Review shall encourage development and land uses that preserve and protect existing
watercourses as important natural features.
26.435.040 C Stream Margin Review Standards states:
No development shall be permitted within the Stream Margin unless the Planning and Zoning
Commission makes a determination that the proposed development complies with all
requirements set forth below:
1. It can be demonstrated that any proposed development, which is in the Special Flood
Hazard Area, will not increase the base flood elevation on the parcel proposed for
development. This shall be demonstrated by an engineering study prepared by a professional
engineer registered to practice in the State of Colorado which shows that the base flood
elevation will not be raised, including, but not limited to, proposing mitigation techniques on
or off -site which compensate for any base flood elevation increase caused by the
development; and
➢ Staff Finding:
There will not be any development in the floodway for the proposed development.
2. The recommendations of the Aspen Area Community Plan: Parks/Recreation/Open
Space/Trails Plan and the Roaring Fork River Greenway Plan are implemented in the
proposed plan for development, to the greatest extent practicable. Areas of historic public use
or access shall be dedicated via a recorded easement for public use. A fisherman's easement
granting public fishing access within the high water boundaries of the river course shall be
granted via a recorded "Fisherman's Easement;" and,
➢ Staff Finding
Staff does not foresee any impacts regarding this requirement. The Roaring Fork
River Greenway Plan recommendations are being met and implemented to the
greatest extent possible and a fisherman's easement granting public fishing access
within the high water boundaries of the river course shall be granted via a
recorded "Fisherman's Easement, "per conditions of approval.
3. There is no vegetation removed or damaged or slope grade changes (cut or fill) made
outside of a specifically defined building envelope. A building envelope shall be designated
by this review and said envelope shall be barricaded prior to issuance of any demolition,
excavation or building permits. The barricades shall remain in place until the issuance of
Certificates of Occupancy; and
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➢ Staff Finding
Per the submitted plans, there will not be any disturbance of vegetation outside of
the building envelope. The building envelope shall be barricaded prior to issuance
of any demolition, excavation or building permits. The barricades shall remain in
place until the issuance of Certificates of Occupancy.
4. The proposed development does not pollute or interfere with the natural changes of
the river, stream or other tributary, including erosion and/or sedimentation during
construction. Increased on -site drainage shall be accommodated within the parcel to prevent
entry into the river or onto its banks. Pools or hot tubs cannot be drained outside of the
designated building envelope; and
➢ Staff Finding
The proposed development shall not pollute or interfere with the natural changes of
the river, stream or other tributary including erosion and/or sedimentation during
construction and a silt fence shall be placed along the riverside of the building
envelope. A drainage plan shall be submitted to the Engineering Department for
review, and approval, prior to issuance of a Building Permit.
5. Written notice is given to the Colorado Water Conservation Board prior to any
alteration or relocation of a water course, and a copy of said notice is submitted to the Federal
Emergency Management Agency; and
➢ Staff Finding
The alteration or relocation of any portion of the watercourse is not proposed.
6. A guarantee is provided in the event a water course is altered or relocated, that applies
to the developer and his heirs, successors and assigns that ensures that the flood carrying
capacity on the parcel is not diminished; and
➢ Staff Finding
This requirement does not apply to the proposed development because no
watercourse will be altered or relocated
7. Copies are provided of all necessary federal and state permits relating to work within
the one -hundred -year floodplain; and
➢ Staff Finding
The will be no development in the one -hundred year floodplain.
8. There is no development other than approved native vegetation planting taking place
below the top of slope or within fifteen (15) feet of the top of slope or the high waterline,
whichever is most restrictive. This is an effort to protect the existing riparian vegetation and
bank stability; and
➢ Staff Finding
There is no development being proposed within the required I S feet from the top of
slope.
9. All development outside the fifteen (15) foot setback from the top of slope does not
exceed a height delineated by a line drawn at a forty-five (45) degree angle from ground level
at the top of slope. Height shall be measured and determined by the Community
Development Director using the definition for height set forth at Section 26.04.100 and
method of calculating height set forth at Section 26.575.020; and
➢ Staff Finding
All development is outside the 1 S foot setback from the top of slope and does not
exceed the height delineated by a line drawn at a 45-degree angle from the ground
level at the top of slope per the submitted plan.
10. A landscape plan is submitted with all development applications. Such plan shall
limit new plantings (including trees, shrubs, flowers, and grasses) outside of the designated
building envelope on the river side to native riparian vegetation; and
➢ Staff Finding
A landscape plan was submitted and staff does not foresee any problems related to
the plan, however the applicant shall submit a landscape plan to the Parks
Department for review prior to issuance of a Building Permit or Demolition Permit.
11. All exterior lighting is low and downcast with no light(s) directed toward the river or
located down the slope and shall be in compliance with section 26.575.150; and
➢ Staff Finding
The applicant shall comply with all exterior lighting and all design criteria and
submit a lighting plan with the Building Permit application.
12. Site sections drawn by a registered architect, landscape architect, or engineer are
submitted showing all existing and proposed site elements, the top of slope, and pertinent
elevations above sea level; and
➢ Staff Finding
Site sections were submitted as drawn by Aspen Survey Engineers, Inc. that show
all existing and proposed site elements.
13. There has been accurate identification of wetlands and riparian zones.
➢ Staff Finding
There are no wetlands located on the parcel.
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Staff Recommendations
A. Stream Margin Review:
Staff recommends approval for the Stream Margin Review for the proposed demolition
and construction of a new single family residential structure located at 1490 Red Butte
Drive; Lot 2, Block 1, Red Butte Subdivision finding that the criteria per 26.435.040 C,
Stream Margin Review Standards has been met, subject to the recommended conditions
of approval.
B. Variance regarding Residential Design Standards:
Staff recommends approval for Inflection variance, 2) Doublewide garage door variance,
finding that;
1) The property possesses an irregularity in which a waiver is clearly necessary
for reasons of fairness.
2) The proposed design represents a more effective manner to address the
particular issue in which the standard is intended.
Staff is recommending denial of the variance for the windows located in the 9-12ft.
"No window zone"; finding that; none of the criteria are met.
Recommended Motions
" I move to approve Resolution No. , (Series of 2001) for a Stream Margin Review and
Variances from the Residential Design Standards for Inflection, Doublewide Garage Doors,
for a property located at 1490 Red Butte Drive, Lot 2, Blockl, Red Butte Subdivision".
ATTACHMENT:
Galambos/Muir Architects design drawings
o Plan sheets 1-16
respect to the purchase of a fractional ownership interest. The Applicant is requesting a
variance from the 10-day standard.
5. 26.590.010(C)(15) discusses "Escrow of Deposits." This standard requires that Deposits
or down -payments made in connection with the purchase or reservation of a timeshare
unit from a seller shall be held in an escrow account until closing or until the issuance of
a certificate of occupancy, whichever is later. The Applicant's plan offers an alternative
to this standard: The Applicant requests the flexibility of posting a "letter of credit" or
"bond" consistent with Colorado Real Estate Commission requirements. The Applicant
asserts that "this alternate assurance, which must be equal to 110 percent of the deposits
released to the developer prior to closing, is normally either a letter of credit drawn on a
bank doing business in Colorado or a bond." Staff recommends the letter of credit be
posted rather than a bond.
C. Livability of the Affordable Housing
Units
As proposed, the Applicant intends to house
15.75 employees in 9 deed -restricted 1-
bedroom units to be rented to employees.
The units are located at the south end of Lot
5 on the main level. Seven of these units are
completely sub -grade and have only light -
wells to provide for a minimal amount of
natural light. Staff maintains that there are
livability issues regarding the depth of the
light wells from natural grade. The units are
configured in the following way:
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AH Units in question
Unit Size: 2 units of 634 sq. ft., 6 units of 665 sq. ft., and 1 unit of 887 sq. ft.
Unit Height: 12 foot ceilings (units 3-9)
Natural Light Source: South facing window well from 4' to 10'
Staff is concerned with the amount of natural light available to the AH units which are
completely sub -grade along the back wall of the structure. As proposed, the only natural light to
these units enters through window wells as shown in the photo above and on the larger plans of
the main level. These window wells begin four feet above the floor and go to 10 feet as viewed
from inside the unit.
On the outside, the base of the window is at a finished grade of 7,936.5' and while the natural
grade where the Alpine Trail easement is located sites at between 7,952' and 7,956'. This is a
window well between 19.5' and 15.5' deep from the trail. In addition, the Aspenblick
Condominiums, (see photo on the following page), a two and a half story structure, is located
just off the southern property line to the south. Staff is concerned that due to the already deep
window wells and the two and one-half story structure adjacent to the lot line to the south, that
these units will receive very little natural light, which significantly reduces the livability of the
units.
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Southward view showing Aspenblick
Condos relative to the property line
(construction fence location)
Westward view showing Aspenblick
Condos relative to the property line
(construction fence location)
The Applicant has provided Staff with a Section. Drawing of the east elevation of the subject AH
units showing the depth of the units, window wells, retaining wall, trail location, the adjacent
Alpenblick structure, and the sun angles on winter and summer solstice. The request from Staff
for this section was to illustrate that there will be long periods of time (primarily in the winter)
when the units will not receive any direct sunlight.
Staff suggested that the Applicant convert the window wells to door wells so that the outside area
becomes a small walk out space for the residents. The increased glass area from a window to a
full door would significantly expand the amount of natural light as well as provide a small
outdoor patio space increasing livability.
At Staff s request, the Applicant has submitted additional drawings showing an enlarged window
well area with some landscaping and privacy separations:. between units. While this is certainly
an improvement from the original submission, Staff remains concerned that because this is the
only natural light source to these units, the area could be converted to an outdoor patio increasing
livability. It should be noted, this depth of the window well issue was presented to the Housing
Board at their regular meeting on November 7th. The Housing Board did not discuss this as an
issue regarding livability and unanimously approved the design of the units.
However, by exposing more of the units' walls, the FAR is increased as it is currently calculated.
Therefore, in order for the units to achieve this walk out space with full doors, the Applicant may
propose an alternate method for calculating the FAR through the PUD process, as it applies to
the AH units to make them more livable.
Request to pay Cash -in -lieu
The Applicant is also requesting to amend condition #4 from Resolution No. 111, Series of 1999,
which granted Conceptual PUD approval for the hotel. The condition required "The total number
of employees to be housed in connection with the proposed 150 room hotel on Lot 5 shall be
40.9 employees. Savannah shall be credited with housing 13 employees in the proposed Bavarian
Inn affordable housing project. A minimum of 15.75 employees shall be housed within the
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proposed Lot 5 hotel. Credit may be obtained for housing the remaining 12.15 employees by any
of the following'methods, or a combination of methods, subject to the approval of City Council:
1. The inclusion of additional affordable housing units within the proposed hotel;
2. The provision of off site affordable housing provided they are located within the City of
Aspen or up valley of Brush Creek Rd.; and
3. The conversion of existing free-market units to deed -restricted affordable housing units.
Although not listed above, the Applicant requests the ability to pay cash -in -lieu for the remaining
12.15 employees remaining from the 40.9 employees. Under the current guidelines, the amount
would result in a payment of $2,227,568.85 (i.e., 12.15 employees x $183,339 per FTE.) In any
case, this fee shall be paid at the time of building permit application and at the current Housing
Guideline rate. The Housing Authority unanimously recommended City Council approve this
request for the ability to pay the cash -in -lieu for the remaining 12.15 FTEs.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends the Planning and Zoning Commission recommend City Council approve the
Final PUD proposal for the 51-unit multi -family dwelling fractional ownership project. The
Applicant received Conceptual PUD approval from City Council via Resolution 99-111, which
established the major threshold issues regarding the proposed hotel's massing, design, location,
basic site plan, and density. In addition, the City Council approved an amendment to the
Conceptual PUD from City Council via Resolution 01-47, which essentially allowed the
Applicant to pursue the same physical structure as originally proposed with a new internal
configuration.
In addition, the amended PUD changed the nature of the use from a short-term stay hotel to a
residential timeshare project that is proposed to look and feel like a hotel project. The
accompanying Resolution includes many of the same conditions, which were included in the
Conceptual PUD approval. As a result of some of the physical changes and operational changes,
other new conditions have been added to the recommended resolution to address the impacts
resulting from the amended proposal from a hotel to the 51-unit multi -family dwelling fractional
ownership project.
The recommendation previously included the request that because Lot 3 and 5 have been
connected and interrelated in terms of approvals since 1988, the City Attorney advises that action
should be taken on both projects simultaneously, rather than allowing the two projects to be
separated. Therefore, Staff recommends that City Council take action on Lot 5 before approving
Lot 3.
Staff recommends that the Final PUD be approved with the following conditions:
1. That the Applicant shall record the approved condominium subdivision plat in the office of
the Pitkin County Clerk and Recorder within one hundred eighty (180) days of its approval
by the Community Development Director. Failure on the part of the applicant to record the
plat within one hundred eighty (180) days following approval by the Community
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Development Director shall render the plat invalid and a new application and approval will
be required.
2. The Applicant shall record a PUD Agreement and the Final PUD Plans within 180 days of
the final approval by City Council with the Pitkin County Clerk and Recorder binding this
property to this development approval. The PUD Agreement and Plan shall include the
following information:
a. The information required to be included in a PUD Agreement, pursuant to Section
26.445.070(C).
b. A final plat meeting the requirements of the City Engineer and showing easements,
encroachment agreements and licenses with reception numbers for physical
improvements, and location of utility pedestals.
C. An illustrative site plan of the project showing the proposed improvements,
landscaping, parking, and the dimensional requirements as approved.
d. A drawing representing the project's architectural character.
3. The following dimensional requirements of the PUD are approved and shall be printed on the
Final Illustrative Plan. (Units measured in feet or square feet):
Minimum Lot,Size� .
6,000 s ft.
86,605 sq. ft.
Min.'Lot Area/ Dwe�l�ng
Unit:;
1 bedroom / 1,000 sq. ft.
1 bedroom / 450 sq.
ft.*
Minimum Lot:Width , k
60 feet
192' at minimum
=SlVlinimum grant Yartl .=
10 feet
40'
Itlinimum Side Yard
5 feet
6' 8"
Minimum Rear Yard =
10 feet
20'
Maximum Height
28 feet
45'*
10 feet I --
25 % I 53 %
Allowable External FAR 1:1 115,000 sq. ft.
2 spaces per two bedroom
Minimum Off -Street unit; 1 space per one 111
Parinng'' bedroom unit
*Variance granted through the PUD process.
4. The building permit application shall include:
a. A copy of the final Ordinance and recorded P&Z Resolution.
b. The conditions of approval printed on the cover page of the building permit set.
C. A completed tap permit for service with the Aspen Consolidated Sanitation District.
d. A tree removal permit as required by the City Parks Department and any approval
from the Parks Department Director for off -site replacement or mitigation of removed
trees.
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e. A drainage plan, including an erosion control plan, prepared by a Colorado licensed
Civil Engineer, which maintains sediment and debris on -site during and after
construction. If a ground recharge system is required, a soil percolation report will be
required to correctly size the facility. A 2-year storm frequency should be used in
designing any drainage improvements.
5. The building permit plans shall demonstrate an adequate fire sprinkler system and alarm
system for the new buildings as required by the Aspen Fire Marshal.
6. Prior to issuance of a building permit the primary contractor shall submit a letter to the
Community Development Director stating that the conditions of approval have been read and
understood and all tap fees, impacts fees, and building permit fees shall be paid. If an
alternative agreement to delay payment of the Water Tap and/or Parks Impact fee is
finalized, those fees shall be payable according to the agreement.
7. The Applicant shall convey an undivided fractional interest (one tenth of 0.1 %) in the
ownership of the deed restricted affordable housing to the Aspen/Pitkin County Housing
Authority for the purposes of complying with the recent Colorado Supreme Court Decision
regarding rent control legislation. The Applicant may submit an alternative option to satisfy
the rent control issue acceptable to the City Attorney.
8. The Applicant shall indemnify and hold harmless the Aspen/Pitkin County Housing
Authority and City of Aspen from any claims, liability, fees or similar charges related to
ownership in the deed restricted affordable housing units.
9. The Applicant shall complete and record the deed restriction for the 9 affordable housing
units prior to application for building permits.
10. The Applicant shall pay the City of Aspen $4,846.24 in school land dedication fees. These
fees shall be due and payable at the time of issuance of a building permit for the
development.
11. The Applicant shall pay the City of Aspen $185,629.00 in park development impact fees.
These fees shall be due and payable at the time of issuance of a building permit for the
development.
12. That the application for final PUD approval will meet all of the conditions set forth in City
Council Resolution No. 99-111 and No. 01-47, except as otherwise modified.
13. The affordable housing mitigation for Lot 5 shall be for 40.9 net new employees and shall be
provided as follows:
a. The Applicant shall provide 9 on -site deed restricted affordable housing units to have
the floor area as follows and as depicted on the site plan represented in the Final PUD
Application to mitigate for 15.75 employees:
Unit #1 & #2 =1-bedroom with 634 sq. ft.
Unit #3 through #8 =1-bedroom with 665 sq. ft.
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Unit #9 =1-bedroom with 817 sq. ft.
b. The Applicant shall provide affordable housing mitigation for 13 employees to be
housed in the Bavarian Inn affordable housing project;
c. The Applicant shall snake a payment of cash -in -lieu of $2,227,586.85 to the Aspen /
Pitkin County Housing Authority at the current rate of $183,339 per FTE in the
guidelines for 12.15 employees to be paid at the time of building permit application
and as recommended by the Aspen / Pitkin County Housing Authority at a regular
meeting held on November 7th, 2001.
14. The Applicant shall be required to purchase and make available at all times valley bus passes
for.all employees not housed on -site.
15. For the Final PUD, a total of 111 off-street parking spaces shall be provided (2 for each of
the 51 residential units for a total of 102' spaces and l for each of the on -site affordable
housing units for a total of 9 spaces); and 9 spaces to be located on west side of South Galena
Street adjacent to the project to be dedicated to the Silver Circle Ice Rink patrons.
16. The Applicant shall provide a shuttle to and from the airport for the prof ect's. patrons, and
shall make a good faith effort to use an alternative energy source vehicle for such shuttle
purposes.
17. The service/delivery area shall be provided with a means of precluding exiting vehicles, from
turning left onto South Mill Street. Time limitations for deliveries shall be set, and a plan
indicating how trucks will maneuver to enter the loading docks shall also be provided. All
service/delivery functions shall comply with regulations currently in effect, as may be
amended from time to time.
18. The Final application shall include a management plan for demolition and construction
parking, traffic, and noise, and said plan shall consider neighborhood concerns. It is
recommended that meetings with the noticed neighbors be held in preparation of the
management plan required pursuant to this condition.
19. 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.
20. The Applicant shall be required to provide $20,000.00 to the City of Aspen in either a cash
deposit or letter of credit prior to receiving Certificates of Occupancy for the project to
ensure there are no deviations from the proposed timeshare marketing plan provided in
Appendix E, Exhibit 7 of the Application.
21. During construction, noise cannot exceed maximum permissible sound level standards. In
residential zone districts, construction cannot be done except between the hours of 7 a.m. and
7 p.m., Monday through Saturday. Whether the entire site is in a residential zone district or
not, residential zones are adjacent to and surrounding the site, so these hours shall be adhered
to.
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22. The Applicant shall consult the Environmental Health Department for review and approval of
pool and spa plans and specifications (complete with piping layout, equipment and
mechanical specifications along with design calculations) at least 30 days before issuance of
a building permit.
23. The Applicant shall contact the Aspen Consolidated Sanitation District for their
recommendation on the proper size of the grease trap. The City of Aspen regulates restaurant
grills and the Applicant shall contact the Environmental Health Department to be sure that if
a grill is planned, that it complies with City code.
24. The Applicant shall work with the City Engineering Department to resolve an error
encountered in the drainage calculations that does not fulfill the requirement of the 90-minute
sustained runoff at rates computed by the rational method. The Engineering Department
requires the Applicant to revise the proposed drainage collection and corresponding plan
prior to the submission for building permits. In addition, the Applicant shall submit adequate
soil data as required by the City Engineering Department in order to ensure adequacy of this
drainage system. In reference to the foundation drains, soil percolation rates and
classifications will be required to confirm the feasibility of the proposed drainage system.
RECOMMENDED MOTION: "I move to approve Resolution No. finding that the
Final Planned Unit Development for Lot 5, Aspen Mountain PUD, with the conditions stated
above, are consistent with the previously approved conceptual plan approval."
ATTACHMENTS:
Exhibit A Review Standards for Final PUD Development Plan, Subdivision,
Condomi'mumization, Timeshare, Conditional Use, Mountain View Plane,
Special Review, Land Use Code Text Amendments, and GMQS Exemptions
Exhibit B Additional Supplement Material Provided by Applicant
Exhibit C Final PUD Application "Appendix" (Handed out early)
Exhibit D "Project Summary & Use Plan" Supplement (Handed out early)
Exhibit E Final PUD Application Binder (Handed out early)
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PUD Resolution
RESOLUTION No.
SERIES OF 2001
RESOLUTION OF THE ASPEN PLANNING AND ZONING COMISSION
RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF THE FINAL PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT
APPLICATION INCLUDING SUBDIVISION, CONDOMINIUMIZATION, CONDITIONAL
USE FOR TIMESHARE, MOUNTAIN VIEW PLANE, SPECIAL REVIEW, AND GROWTH
MANAGEMENT QUORA EXEMPTIONS (GMQS) FOR THE GRAND ASPEN SITE, LOT 5
OF THE ASPEN MOUNTAIN PUD, CITY AND TOWNSITE OF ASPEN, PITKIN COUNTY,
COLORADO
PARCEL NO. 2737 782-85005
WHEREAS, the Community Development Department received an application from Grand
Aspen Lodging, LLC c/o Four Peaks Development, LLC (Applicant), represented by Vann
Associates, requesting Final Planned Unit Development (PUD) approval for Lot 5 of the Aspen
Mountain PUD (hereinafter "AMPUD"); and
WHEREAS, Grand Aspen Lodging, LLC c/o Four Peaks Development, LLC requested
specific land use approvals as part of the Final PUD to include Final PUD Development Plan,
Subdivision, Condominiumization, Timeshare, Conditional Use, Mountain View Plane, Special
Review, and GMQS Exemptions; and
WHEREAS, Savanah Limited Partnership, owner at the time of Lot 5 of AMPUD, received
Conceptual PUD approval for AMPUD on December 6, 1999 which is memorialized through
Resolution No. 111, Series of 1999; and
WHEREAS, Top of Mill Investors, LLC, owner at the time of Lot 5 of AMPUD, received
Amended Conceptual PUD approval for AMPUD on May 29, 2001 which is memorialized through
Resolution No. 47, Series of 2001; and
WHEREAS, the Housing Office, the City Zoning Officer, the City Engineer, the Parks
Department, Aspen Consolidated Waste District, the Environmental Health Department, the City Fire
Department, the City Streets Department, the City Parking department, the City Water Department,
and the City Electric Department reviewed the development proposal for Lot 5 and provided written
referral comments as a result of the Development Review Committee meeting; and
WHEREAS, upon review of the application, referral comments, and the applicable Land Use
Code standards, the Community Development Department recommended approval of the Final Aspen
Mountain PUD land use requests for Lot 5 with conditions; and
WHEREAS, the Aspen Planning and Zoning Commission has reviewed and considered the
development proposal under the applicable provisions of the Municipal Code as identified herein, has
reviewed and considered the recommendation of the Community Development Director, the applicable
referral agencies, and has taken and considered public comment at a public hearing; and
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