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Lots K-N 1/2 0, Block 58
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ASPEN/PITKIN PLANNING OFFICE 53- /C)
130 South Galena Street /�� —U7C J
Aspen, Colorado 81611 3L�
(303) 920-5090
LAND USE APPLICATION FEES /
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00113-63250-134 GMP/CONCEPTUAL
-63270-136 GMP/FINAL
-63280-137 SUB/CONCEPTUAL
-63300-139 SUB/FINAL
-63310-140 ALL 2-STEP APPLICATIONS
-63320-141 ALL 1-STEP APPLICATIONS/
CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS
REFERRAL FEES:
00125-63340-205 ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH
00123-63340-190 HOUSING
00115-63340-163 ENGINEERING
SUBTOTAL
County
00113-63160-126 GMP/GENERAL
-63170-127 GMP/DETAILED
-63180-128 GMP/FINAL
-63190-129 SUB/GENERAL
-63200-130 SUB/DETAILED
-63210-131 SUB/FINAL
-63220-132 ALL 2-STEP APPLICATIONS
-63230-133 ALL 1-STEP APPLICATIONS/
CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS
-63450-146 BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
REFERRAL FEES:
00125-63340-205 ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH
00123-63340-190 HOUSING
00113-63360-143 ENGINEERING
PLANNING OFFICE SALES
00113-63080-122 CITY/COUNTY CODE
-63090-123 COMP. PLAN
-63140-124 COPY FEES
-69000-145 OTHER
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GROWTH MANAGEMENT QUOTA SYSTEM
APPLICATION FOR 1989 AND 1990
MAY 1990
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Growth Management Quota Application
For The Asia Property
Submitted By Applicants:
Steve Ko and Lily Ko
132 W. Main
Aspen, Colorado 81611
(303) 925-5433
Prepared By:
Dennis B. Green
Attorney At Law
617 W. Main, Suite B
Aspen, Colorado 81611
(303) 925-1885
Charles Cunniffe & Associates
Architects
P.O. Box 3534
Aspen, Colorado 81611
(303) 925-5590
Schmueser Gordon Meyer, Inc.
Jay W. Hammond
Consulting Engineer
P.O. Box 2155
Aspen, Colorado 81611
(303) 925-6727
and
Greg Mozian
Landscape Architect
117 S. Spring
Aspen, Colorado 81611
(303) 925-8963
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TELEPHONE 303-925-1885
May 30, 1990
DENNIS B. GREEN
Attorney at Law
617 W. MAIN ST.. SUITE B
ASPEN. COLORADO 81611
Ms. Leslie Lamont
Aspen/Pitkin Planning Office
130 S. Galena St.
Aspen, CO. 81611
Re: Asia Project, Growth Management Application
TELECOPIER 303-925-5856
Dear Leslie:
Attached for the review of the City and the Planning Office are
twenty-one copies of the Application for the Asia project. Also
enclosed in a check for $3,775.00, the required application fee.
If there are any questions regarding this Application, or if we
can be of further assistance, please do not hesitate to call.
Sincerely,
DBG/aw
Enclosure
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Dennis B. Green
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section P2
I. INTRODUCTION - PROJECT OVERVIEW ........................ 1
II. DESCRIPTION OF PROJECT ................................. 3
A. History Of Existing Building ....................... 3
B. Renovation Of Existing Building .................... 3
C. Proposed Office Building ........................... 4
D. Water System ....................................... 5
E. Sewage Treatment System ............................ 5
F. Drainage System .................................... 5
G. Fire Protection System ............................. 5
H. Statistical Analysis Of Proposed
UsesAnd Zoning .............................. 5
I. Traffic Generation ................................. 8
J. Affordable Housing ................................. 8
K. Stoves And Fireplaces .............................. 9
L. Location And Impact ................................ 9
M. Effect On Adjacent Land Uses ....................... g
N. Construction Schedule .............................. 11
III. ANALYSIS OF GROWTH MANAGEMENT REVIEW CRITERIA .......... 12
A. Quality Of Design .................................. 12
(1) Architectural Design .......................... 12
(2) Site Design ................................... 12
(3) Energy Conservation ........................... 13
(4) Amenities ..................................... 15
(5) Visual Impact ................................. 16
(6) Trash And Utility Access Areas ................ 16
B. Availability Of Public Facilities And Services ..... 16
(1) Water Supply/Fire Protection ................... 16
(2) Sanitary /Sewer ................................ 17
(3) Public Transportation/Roads .................... 17
(4) Storm Drainage ................................. 17
(5) Parking ........................................ 17
C. Provision Of Affordable Housing ..................... 18
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IV. RELATED APPLICATIONS FOR AFFORDABLE HOUSING
IAND PARKING ................................ 20
A. Growth Management Exemption ...................... 20
' 6. Change In Use ' ................................... 20
C. Special Review 21
V. PHASING OF ALLOTMENTS ................................ 22
VI. SUMMARY - REQUEST FOR BONUS POINTS ................... 25
APPENDIX - EXHIBITS
Basic Site Plan ............................................
Architects Drawing
- View From Main Street .................
Exhibit A
Exhibit B
Land Use Application
Form ..................................
Exhibit C
Letter From Applicants
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Exhibit D
Letter From Attorney
re Ownership ..........................
Exhibit E
Ownership Certificate
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Exhibit F
Vicinity Map ...............................................
Exhibit G
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Existing Building -
South and East Elevations ..............
Exhibit H
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Existing Building -
West and North Elevations .
Exhibit
Existing Building -
Lower Floor Plan .......................
Exhibit J
Existing Building -
Ground Floor Plan ......................
Exhibit K
Existing Building -
Second Floor Plan ......................
Exhibit L
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Proposed Building -
Detail Site Plan .......................
Exhibit M
Proposed Building -
Lower Floor Plan .......................
Exhibit N
Proposed Building -
Ground Floor Plan ......................
Exhibit 0
Proposed Building
Second Floor Plan
Exhibit P
Proposed Building -
South Elevation ........................
Exhibit Q
Exhibit R
Proposed Building -
North Elevation ........................
Proposed Building -
East Elevation .........................
Exhibit S
Proposed Building -
West Elevation .........................
Exhibit T
Letter From Engineer
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Exhibit U
Adjacent Usage Map
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Exhibit V
AreaZoning Map ............................................
Exhibit W
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Landscape - Parking
Plan (Proposed) ........................
Exhibit X
Landscape Parking
Plan (Alternative) .....................
Exhibit Y
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I. INTRODUCTION - PROJECT OVERVIEW
The Asia property is located at 132 W. Main Street. The property
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sits the middle of the City's Historic Overlay District for the
Main Street area and within the Office Zone. At present, the site
holds a building which received designation as a historic structure in
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1976. The structure has for at least fourteen years been the location
for a restaurant, currently one operated by its owners, Steve and Lily
Ko, as the Asia Restaurant. This has been
existing structure also
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used for office and residential purposes.
The objective of this proposal is to develop the unused portion
of the parcel, being the area to the east of the existing building,
while renovating the existing building. Thus, the project consists of
two parts:
(1) Construction of a new office building; and
(2) Renovation of the existing building.
The historic aspects of both parts of the project have already
been approved by the City's Historic Preservation Catuni.ttee. On
November 1, 1989 the Committee approved the design for the new
building proposed for the site. On May 9, 1990 the Committee approved
the design changes for the renovation of the existing building.
This application for an allotment for office space is needed for
the construction of the new office building. The application is
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divided into six major sections. This First Section gives an overview
of the project. Section II describes the proposal in greater detail.
Section III
applies the criteria of the Land Use Code to the project.
Section IV discusses the related applications for change in use and
exemption for affordable housing. Section V addresses the
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issue of phasing of allotments. Section VI summarizes this
application and offers a justification for the request for bonus
points. For convenience, relevant supporting documentation has been
included in the Appendix.
The site plan for the property showing the existing building,
proposed building, and related elements is attached as Exhibit "A".
The architects drawing showing both buildings as seen from Main
Street is attached as Exhibit "B".
The Land Use Application Form giving basic information on this
proposal is attached as Exhibit "C". A letter from the applicants
authorizing this application and representation is attached as Exhibit
"D". The disclosure of ownership requirements are met in the attached
letter from Dennis B. Green, attorney -at -law and Certificate from
Pitkin County Title, attached as Exhibits "E" and "F". A vicinity map
showing the location of the parcel within the City is attached as
Exhibit "G" .
overall, the Applicants feel that this proposal meets the basic
intent of the Code and its policies. The use proposed, offices, is
the exact use for which the property is zoned. The proposal will
enhance and preserve an existing historic structure located in the
center of the Main Street Historic District. The proposal will also
create a significant amount of affordable housing within close
proximity to shopping, employment, and public services.
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1 II. DESCRIPTION OF PROJECT
A. History Of Existing Building
The existing building consists of two miner's cottages both
dating from circa 1888 or earlier. The portion of the structure at
the corner of Main and First Street was the George Moser house which
location least
has been confirmed to have been at this same since at
1888. The portion of the structure comprising the east side of the
building was the Jason Freeman house, which had been located on the
same block, but at the corner of Main and Center Street (now Garmisch
Street). The Freeman house was moved to be joined together with the
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house in their present location and configuration. In
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October, 1976 the structure was designated as an Historic Structure.
B. Renovation Of Existing Building
on May 9, 1990 the Historic Preservation Catunittee granted
approval for certain changes to the existing building. These are
shown on Exhibit "A" (site plan) and Exhibit "B" (view from Main
' Street). Further detail is shown in Exhibit "H" and "I" (architect's
drawings of elevations), and Exhibits "J", "K", and "L" (floor plans).
These renovations principally involve changes to the interior of
the building such as interior stairways, utilization of space, and
flow of traffic.
' The only exterior changes are minor ones that will not,
individually or considered as a whole, have a significant effect on
the character of the existing building. The exterior will be
' repaired, refurbished, or repainted as necessary using materials
consistent with the existing ones. There will be a new stairway on
the Northeast corner providing access to the employee units on the
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second floor. A handicapped access ramp will be added to the North
side of the building leading to the ground floor. A dormer with
windows will be added on the East side of the second story to provide
light and ventilation to the employee units.
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be (wherever
All building materials will either the same
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possible) as the existing materials, or materials closely compatible
with them.
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The minor changes proposed should have no appreciable impact on
the character of the building or of the neighborhood. The interior
remodeling will maintain the present style. The exterior changes are
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all minor ones which do not materially increase the actual or apparent
mass of the structure. All of the changes are located on the Fast
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side of the building where they will be barely visible from viewers
beyond the property itself, particularly from either Main or First
Street.
IC. Proposed Office Building
On November 1, 1989 the Historic Preservation Ccunnittee granted
approval for a new office building which the applicant proposes for
the site. This building is shown on both the site plan and view from
Main Street, Exhibits "A" and "B". Further detail is shown on
Exhibits "M", "N", 110" and "P" (detailed site and floor plans) and
Exhibits %", "R", "S", and "T" (architect's drawings).
The Applicants presented several designs to the HPC over the
course of a number of meetings. The design which was approved
incorporated numerous suggestions from the members of the HPC and
Planning Department staff. The Committee members comments included
statements that the design was a good solution to a difficult space, a
simple design appropriate for the site, and that the design was
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appropriate in terms of massing for the location.
D. Water System
The proposed development will be served by City Of Aspen Water
System. The details are stated in the letter from Jay. W. Hammond,
P.E., attached as Exhibit "U".
E. Sewage Treatment System
The proposed development will be connected to the City"s system
at the existing sewer line just north of the project site. See letter
from Jay W. Hammond, Exhibit "U".
F. Drainage System
A subgrade drywell system will be utilized as explained in
Exhibit "U".
G. Fire Protection System
The site is currently served by two existing fire hydrants and is
within a short distance and response time of the fire station
See Exhibit "U".
H. Statistical Analysis Of Proposed Uses And Zoning
This application is for a total of 3,842 square feet of net
leasable office space and for two affordable housing units providing
2,390 square feet of living area. The proposal and compliance
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requirements of the Land Use Code are outlined as follows:
BASIC INFORMATION ON PROPOSAL
LEGAL: Block 58, Lots K, L, M, N and west half of Lot 0.
ZONE: 0 - Office
LOT AREA: 13,498 square feet
BUILDING SITE
AREA:
4,036 square feet
FRONT YARD:
10 feet
SIDE YARD:
5 feet - 10 feet between building
REAR YARD:
15 feet
HEIGHT:
25 feet to mid -point of roof slope
F.A.R.:
.75:1 - 3,027 square feet
Bonus
.25:1 - 1,009 square feet
If 60% A.H.:
or 605.4
TOTAL F.A.R.:
4,036 square feet
ASIA OFFICE BUILDING - FLOOR ANALYSIS
BASEMENT
ACT -JAL
F.A.R.
(A) Gross Area:
1,645
sq.
ft.
658 s.f.
(B) Net Leasable:
1,388
sq.
ft.
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GROUND FLOOR
(A) Gross Area:
1,545
sq.
ft.
1,545 sq. ft.
(B) Net Leasable:
1,203
sq.
ft.
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UPPER FLOOR
(A) Gross Area:
1,545
sq.
ft.
1,545 sq. ft.
(B) Net Leasable:
1,251
sq.
ft.
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TOTALS
(A) Gross Area: 4,735 sq. ft.
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(B) Net Leasable
(office Space): 3,842 sq. ft.
(C) F.A.R. (Enclosed): 3,748 sq. ft.
(Covered Porch): + 98 sq. ft. = 3,846 sq. ft.
AFFORDABLE HOUSING
UPPER LEVEL
Net Living Area:
1,151.0
sq.
ft.
Area Per Person:
191.8
sq.
ft.
LOWER LEVEL
Net Living Area:
1,239.0
sq.
ft.
Area Per Person:
206.5
sq.
ft.
GALS
2,390.0
sq.
ft.
ASIA REMODEL OF
EXISTING BUILDING
FLOOR
AREA ANALYSIS
BASEMENT
ACTUAL
F.A.R.
(A)
Gross Area:
4,821
sq.
ft.
868 sq. ft.
(B)
Offices:
1,273
sq.
ft.
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(C)
Affordable
Housing:
1,239
sq.
ft.
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(D)
Circulation:
330
sq.
ft.
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GROUND FLOOR
(A)
Gross Area:
5,542
sq.
ft.
5,542 sq. ft.
(B)
Office:
1,284
sq.
ft.
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(C)
Restaurant/Bar:
3,778
sq.
ft.
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(D)
Circulation:
430
sq.
ft.
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UPPER FLOOR
(A)
Gross Area:
1,231
sq.
ft.
* 1,195 sq. ft.
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(B)
Affordable
Housing:
(C)
Circulation:
TOTALS
(A)
Gross Area:
(B)
Office:
(C)
Restaurant/Bars:
(D)
Affordable
Housing:
(E)
F.A.R.:
1,151 sq. ft.
80 sq. ft.
11,594 sq. ft.
2,557 sq. ft.
3,778 sq. ft.
2,290 sq. ft.
7,605 sq. ft.
* Including Stair and Low Headrecm Areas
I. Traffic Generation
The traffic impacts are detailed in Exhibit "U".
J. Affordable Housing
This proposal provides two dormitory units each consisting of
bedrooms with kitchens, living rooms, and dining areas. Both
dormitory units will be located in the existing building and are a
large portion of the interior renovation of that structure.
One 1,151 square foot dormitory is located on the second floor
of the existing building, as shown on Exhibit "L". Another 1,239
square foot apartment is located on the lower level of that building
as shown on Exhibit "J".
Both units will be rented in conformance with the City"s
guidelines and requirements for affordable housing and deed restricted
for the required fifty-year period.
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K. Stoves And Fireplaces
None are to be installed.
L. Location And Impact
This development is in an ideal location relative to many public
facilities. A park is located within one block of the site. A school
with playground facilities is approximately two blocks away. There is
a major bus stop right on the block with service available to ski
areas and throughout the R.F.T.A. routes.
The size and location of the proposed building should keep the
increased demand for such facilities at a minimum. The increased need
generated by the provision of office space on the hospital and airport
should be minimal. The intention is to provide better office space
and affordable housing for existing residents and to meet demonstrated
shortages in these areas.
' M. Effect On Adjacent Land Uses
This proposed development should have minimal effects on adjacent
land uses. In fact, due to the historic preservation and design
aspects, the proposal should enhance the neighborhood.
' The office space proposed is by definition the correct, highest,
and best use of the property. The site sits squarely in the middle of
the Main Street Office Zone, the boundaries of which were determined
' by the City based on its comprehensive planning process. Other office
buildings are located near the site and thorughout the length of this
' office zone along Main Street. The site is in fact relatively close
to government buildings and the downtown core area, thus within
walking distance for many of the anticipated occupants for many
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purposes.
The affordable housing is also well -located, near shopping,
employment centers and similar amenities, similarly within walking
The traffic generated, whether vehicular, on foot, or by public
transportation will generally use Main Street, the preferred corridor
for such movement. Thus, the impact on residential neighborhoods a
block or so from Main Street should be minimal.
The adjacent land uses are idenfitied on Exhibit "V". On either
side of the proposed office building along Main Street the uses are
similar and compatible with the proposed use. To the East on the same
side of the street one finds a hotel, another professional office
building, and the public library. To the west on the same side of the
street there is a hotel. Across Main Street is a hotel and Paepcke
Park.
There are, of course, residential uses in the area including
those behind the site on the same block. This mixture of uses is an
inherent feature of the zoning and planning for the area. The premise
is that office and similar uses should be located fronting upon Main
Street with residential uses located just off Main Street. Thus, it
is not uncommon to find offices and similar uses on the same block as
' residential structures. Considerable effort was made during the HPC
design review process to minimize the effect on nearby residential
' uses, particularly in terms of the heighth, scale, and massing of the
proposed building. The site was placed in the Office Zone long before
' these Applicants made their proposal as a result of the City's
comprehensive planning process. Again, the site location is ideal.
It is within walking distance of many amenities including the Music
Tent and related summertime activities.
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' overall, the porposal is supportive of and in conformity with the
character of the neighborhood and the City"s planning goals. The
ccmninity-oriented, rather than tourist -oriented, nature of the of the
' proposal deserves the City"s support.
The historic aspects of the structures are discussed in more
detail in Sections II(A) and (B). The already obtained approvals of
the Historic Preservation Com-nittee demonstrate that this proposal
will enhance the historic character of the neighborhood and preserve a
' designated historic structure.
N. Construction Schedule
' Assuming that there are no major pre-constructin delays,
construction will commence in late March or early April of 1991.
Construction will take approximately six months and should thus be
completed no later than November, 1991.
The proposed building is relatively small and construction
' inconveniences will be mainly limited to the alley behind the building
with only minimal impact on the Main Street side of the building.
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III. ANALYSIS OF GROWTH MANAGEMENT REVIEW CRITERIA
IA. Quality Of Design
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(1) Architectural Design
As noted, both buildings involved have received design approval
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from the Historic Preservation Committee. The existing building dates
from circa 1888 in the miner's cottage style.
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the building are
The renovations to the exterior of existing
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designed to preserve the historic structure and to enhance its
appearance. The building will be repainted and same construction
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finishing repaired or redone. All materials will be the same as or
consistent with the original ones. The intent is to make it a better
building and to substantially increase its usable life.
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The new building was also reviewed by the HPC and found to be
compatible with the neighborhood in terms of style, scale, siting,
massing, height, and materials. The Applicants spent a great deal of
time and resources in designing the building, including implementing
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various suggestions made by members of the HPC.
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Thus, the proposal will aid the City's efforts in preserving
existing historic structures while enhancing the historic feel of the
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neighborhood.
Requested Score: 3 points
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(2) Site Design:
Similarly, the proposal represents a high -quality site design.
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The Applicants presented several designs to the Historic Preservation
Cammittee. The Ccnunittee felt that the initial designs were
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inappropriate solutions to what several members referred to as a
' difficult and unusual infill space. Responding to these views,
another design was sukm.itted and approved. The HPC complimented the
applicants" solution to the problems posed by the site.
' The landscaping plan is similarly sensitive to the needs of the
site. Whenever possible, the plan incorporates elements from the
' existing landscaping on the site, particularly the vegetation in front
' of the existing Asia building. Elements such as the hedges in the
front have been continued along the same sight lines. The result of
' the landscape plan is to create a feeling of as much open space as
possible within the small area available. The plan also is consistent
' with landscaping on contiguous parcels, such as the aspen trees to be
located next to the existing ones on the Hotel Aspen property.
All utilities will be provided underground. Walkways will be
provided linking the new building, parking in the rear, and entrance
and yard fronting Main Street.
' Requested Score: 3 points
' (3) Energy Conservation
The building will be designed to maximize benefits in energy
' conservation and operating costs while minimizing initial expenditures
and system complexity. All energy -conserving devices will be simple
to understand, operate, adjust and maintain so that efficiencies
' achieved can be reasonably maintained over the effective life of the
building systems.
An infiltration barrier wrap such as "Tyvek" will be installed
around the entire building exterior which will significantly reduce
infiltration. All penetrations of the wrap will be carefully caulked
tand sealed to further enhance the effectiveness of the barrier.
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' High -quality windows and doors with state-of-the-art closures and
gasketing irethods will be specified throughout, and bat and rigid
insulation specifications will exceed minimum standards. Insulation
' values for the projects walls and roof will be R-19 and R-38 or
better.
' In addition to the exterior barrier wrap and internal bat/rigid
' insulation, an interior vapor barrier will be provided. This vinyl
vapor barrier will not only further decrease infiltration but will
' tend to hold interior humidity levels at least ten (10) to fifteen
(15) percent higher than exterior levels resulting in a greater degree
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of occupant comfort at lower room temperatures. All penetrations of
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the vinyl vapor barrier at wall switches, outlets, etc. will be
sealed. with the individual unit envelopes sealed and insulated, an
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air-to-air heat exchanger will be used to control the indoor air
environment while significantly reducing energy losses.
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Comfort heating will be provided utilizing high -efficiency,
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state-of-the-art mechanical systems. The use of individual
temperature controls for major occupancy areas will be maximized to
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greatest extent possible so that building energy inputs can be
matched to the occupants" daily use patterns.
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All plumbing fixtures and fittings will be of a law -flow, law
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water consumption type. Faucet aerators will be selected to provide
the maximum apparent flow at relatively low actual flows. All
plumbing will be fully insulated to prevent excessive water usage at
the point of use while waiting for adequate temperatures to be
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achieved. Domestic water heater design will incorporate the latest
technology and may be integrated with heat recovery from the heating
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system.
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All of the glazing in this project will be selected with the
highest "R" value practical. Glazing located within six (6) feet of
the floor will be low "E" type to enhance the warmth radiating between
occupant and glazing. The use of low "E" glass will permit a
significant improvement in the occupants' sense of ccmfort because of
its effectiveness in reradiating interior warmth. The selection of
interior finishes and colors, particularly in those rooms with east,
south and west -facing glazing, will carefully consider the advantages
of radiant absorption and mass heating.
Both interior and exterior lighting will be specified utilizing
the latest in energy -efficient bulbs. Whether incandescent or
fluorescent, high -lumen output/low-wattage input bulbs will be
specified. In addition to using high -efficiency bulbs, multiple
switching within each space will be designed to closely approximate
task lighting based on probable furniture layouts while maintaining
sufficient flexibility to focus on task lighting arrange ants as the
structure is occupied.
Requested Score: 3 points
(4) Amenities
The most important amenity of the project is its contribution to
the vitality and historic character of the neighborhood, the Main
Street area. By completion of the infill of the site, the project
replaces an unimproved lot. The project will bring new office space
and affordable housing into what is at present an unsuccessful portion
of Main Street. The pedestrian interest and activity will be enhanced
by the proposed uses, both office and affordable housing.
The proposal also includes a handicapped access ramp and
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walkways. The new building provides elevator as well as stairway
access, for the needs and convenience of all users.
Requested Score: 3 points
(5) Visual Fact
As detailed in an earlier section, the design of the proposed
building was reviewed and approved by the Historic Preservation
MCommittee. The size and mass of the building received a great deal of
attention by the Committee and the owners. The design was, in these
regards, changed after comments by the Conm.ittee. All designated
scenic viewplanes have been considered, and the development does not
infringe upon any of the viewplanes .
1 Requested Score: 3 points
(6) Trash And Utility Access Areas
The project has been designed to include an approximately 110
square foot enclosed trash/utility area located behind the buildings
with access from the alley, convenient for collection/service
vehicles. The enclosed area is sufficient to accormdate at least two
dumpsters, which should be more than adequate for the purposes.
Requested Score: 3 points
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B. Availability Of Public Facilities And Services
For each of the following categories, the proposed development
can easily be handled by existing facilities.
(1) Water Supply/Fire Protection
As demonstrated in the report from Jay W. Hammond, P.E., attached
Exhibit "U,' this proposal can be served by the existing systems
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officials in each case to verify the information stated in this
Application.
Requested Score: 1 point.
(2) Sanitary/Sewer
The existing system can handle the proposed development without
need for system improvements according to the Engineer's Report,
Exhibit "U".
Requested Score: 1 point
(3) Public Transportation/Roads
The type of project and its location mean that there will be
minimal impact. As explained more fully in Exhibit "U", there is a
bus stop 150 feet from the site and it is located near to a major
thoroughfare.
Requested Score: 1 point.
(4) Storm Drainage
All historic drainage patterns and off -site discharge will be
maintained at historic levels by use of a subgrade drywell. See
Exhibit "U".
Requested Score: 1 point.
(5) Parking
The Applicants propose to provide twelve parking spaces as shown
on the attached landscape -parking plan, Exhibit "X".
The Land Use Code indicates that 3.00 parking spaces should be
provided for each 1,000 square feet of net leasable office space. The
proposal for 3,842 square feet of space calculates to 11.5 parking
spaces. Therefore the proposal provides for over one -hundred percent
of the parking need generated.
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Alternatively, under the special review procedures, the
Applicant's proposes to provide nine spaces and make a payment -in -lieu
for three spaces, as shown on Exhibit "Y". The reason this
alternative is proposed in this manner is due to the limitations of
the site. As originally designed, there was roan for twelve spaces
all behind the new and existing building. The HPC required the
Applicants to move the handicapped access ramp to the rear of the site
rather than its proposed location between the existing and proposed
building. The Applicants are quite willing to make this revision, but
it did reduce the amount of space available for parking.
The primary proposal therefore locates three parking spaces to
the side of the existing building off of First Street. The spaces
will be shielded from view fran Main Street by landscaping.
However, if the City would prefer not to have parking in that
location, those three spaces could be eliminated. The applicants
would then be willing to make any in -lieu payments required.
Under either solution, the Applicants feel that parking in this
area is not a serious problem. Even if only nine spaces are provided
on -site, the number is well above the standard of 1.5 per 1,000 feet
of leasable space provided under the special review provision. There
is in fact ample street -side parking available in the immediate area.
No particular difficulties in parking have been experienced
historically in the area and the additional need for parking can be
met under the alternatives proposed.
Requested Score: 1 point
C. Provision Of Affordable Housing
This application proposes a total of 2,390 square feet of
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The proposal requests 3,842 square feet of net leasable office
space. The standards set forth in Section 8-106 provide for a
calculation of 3.00 employees for every 1,000 square feet of office
space. Thus, the proposal will be deemed to generate 11.53 additional
employees.
The two dormitory units are each designed to provide housing for
six individuals, for a total of twelve persons. Each of the units
provides well over the 150 square feet of net living area required.
The second floor unit provides 191.8 square feet of living area and
the lower level unit provides 206.5 square feet of living area per
resident.
This proposal houses more than one -hundred percent of the
employees generated by the proposal as defined in the Code. The
location for the housing is ideal, being within walking distance of
the residents for employment, shopping, entertainment, etc.
Therefore, this application is entitled to receive the full fifteen
points available under this standard.
Requested Score: 15 points
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IV. RELATED APPLICATIONS FOR AFFORDABLE HOUSING AND PARKING
The affordable housing to be provided in the existing building as
part of the quota application and the parking proposed require that
three actions be taken under the Land Use Code.
A. Growth Management Exemption
First, the Applicants request a growth management exemption for
' the 2,390 square feet of affordable housing being provided pursuant to
Section 8-104(C)(1)(c) of the Code. This housing is designed to
accomodate twelve persons. The location for the housing close to
services, employment etc., and the need for housing so located shows
compliance with the City s housing Plan. More detail is provided in
Sections II-J and III-C above.
B. Change In Use
1 Second, the Applicants request an exemption for change in use to
enable them to provide the proposed affordable housing pursuant to
Section 8-104(B)(1)(b).
Some of the space to be converted to affordable housing had
formerly been used as part of the restaurant operation.
This application clearly meets the standards required for change
in use and will have a minimal impact upon the City. Indeed, the
change is meant to provide needed employee housing, not to generate
need for housing. The existing building is not being enlarged and
' thus will have no visual impact except for a small staircase being
provided for access to the housing. The parking and public facilities
impacts are discussed in Section II above.
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C. Special Review
This application proposes the provision of twelve parking spaces,
above the amount required. Alternatively, the Applicants propose to
provide nine parking spaces on -site and three by payment -in -lieu.
Thus, application is made for approval of this process, if necessary,
pursuant to Section 7-404 of the Land Use Code.
In addition, the affordable housing canponent requires an
approval under the special review provisions relating to F.A.R.
requirements. The Applicants request the additional .25:1.00
available for affordable housing under Section 5-213 of the Code. The
proposal is at .85:1 F.A.R., slightly above the .75:1 available
without special review, yet still substantially below the 1:1
standard. See the chart in Section II-H above.
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V. PHASING OF ALLOTMENTS
In addition to the allotment for 1989 the Applicants request that
they be awarded a multi -year allotmnt pursuant to Section 8-103(D) of
the Land Use Code. Alternatively, they request that an excess
development allotment be granted pursuant to Section 8-103(B).
The Applicants recognize that the City has been reluctant to
grant similar requests in the past. However, there are special
circumstances which justify the request made here.
First, the proposal meets the standards set forth in Section
8-103(D). The proposed development is for a single building which
cannot be constructed or operated in phases. The public facilities
such as water and sewer must be designed to handle the needs of the
entire building and must be installed in the initial construction
sequence. Phasing the project over two separate years of construction
is logistically impractical and econanically unrealistic. Only one
medium-sized building is proposed and the impact on the neighborhood
will clearly be less by construction done at one time.
The attached reports make it clear that the City is capable of
absorbing the increases in need for services generated by the
proposal. The location of the site near established facilities and
along transit corridors makes this an ideal situation in many
regards. For example, a bus stop is currently located on the block
and the site is within walking distance of the public library, retail
and service establishments, and is near to a public park.
The goal of cammunity balance is supported in that there is a
current demonstrated need for office space. In the past several
years, the City has experienced an imbalance between office space and
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other uses. Indeed, there is such a significant shortage of office
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space that a task force has recently been formed to address the
situation and possible remedies. A multi -year allotment for this
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office space would serve to correct this imbalance.
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The Applicants believe that this is a quality project which
should receive the scoring required under Section 8-103(D),
particularly considering the historic and architectural aspects of the
proposal and its location appropriate to the proposed use.
In addition, simple fairness supports the request for an
additional allocation. The Applicants began planning for this
proposal over two years ago. Beginning in April, 1989 the Applicant
began the application process for design approval for the proposed
office building. The intent was to submit an application for the
quota available that year.
However, before the application was submitted the Applicants
the
learned that certain exemptions had been granted which reduced
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available 1989 quota to only the 1,200 square feet currently
available. The exemptions which reduced the quota involved additions
to historic structures or sites by the addition of new buildings
adjacent to buildings with historic designations.
be fairly considered
The Applicants ask only that their proposal
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on its merits. They feel that their proposal is essentially the same
as the projects which were exempted from the quota system. One fact
is surely true - except for the exemptions allowed to other similar
projects the full quota would be available this year. These
applicants should not be forced to wait an additional year for their
project under these circumstances. Principles of equity and fairness
support the request for an additional allotment under these particular
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conditions. The projects which were exempted provided little or no
affordable housing while this proposal provides significant amounts of
the needed housing.
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VI. SUMMARY - REQUEST FOR BONUS POINTS
The Applicants feel that this proposal not only meets the
standards required but represents an outstanding design meriting
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recognition and the additional points available.
This proposal has two major attributes, the details of which have
already been discussed.
First, the proposal provides affordable housing for more than
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Second, the proposal preserves a designated historic structure
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project Name
A S I A
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Project Location
132 W. Main Lots K L M
N and the west half of Lot 0,
Block 58,
City and Townsite of Aspen
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(indicate street address, lot & block number,
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4) Lot size 13,498 sq. ft.
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Applicant's Name,
Address & Pt'ane # Steve Ko
and Lily Ko, 132 W. Main,
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Aspen,
Colorado, 81611, (303) 925-5433
6) Representative's Name, Address & Phone # Dennis B. Green 617 W. Main.
' Suite B, Aspen, Colorado, 81611, (303) 925-1885
' 7) Type of Application (please check all that apply):
Conditional. Use Conceptual SPA Corceptual historic Dev.
' X Special Review Final SPA Final Historic Dev.
8040 Greenline
Stream Margin
Final PUD
Minor Historic Dev.
Historic Demolition
Mountain View Plane Subdivision Historic Designation
p=x1ominiu i nation Text/Map Aft X QM�6 Allotment
Lot Split/lot Line X avLS Enempticn
Adjustment
X Change In Use
8) Description of Exist-irq Uses (number and type of ex:iz� strl . 8S:
appraximate sq. ft. ; number of hedrocros; any previous approvals granted to the
PropertY) -
See Attached Section I.
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' 9) Description of Development Application
See Attached Section II.
' 10) Have you attached the following?
yes Resporse- to Attachment 2, M i n i m rm submission CortRnts
ve s pj-- e to Attachment 3, Specific Submission Contents
yes Piet se to Attachment 4, Review Standards for Your Application
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June 1, 1990
City Of Aspen
130 W. Main
Aspen, CO. 81611
To Whan It May Concern:
We, Steve Ko and Lily Ko, the owners of the property at 132 W. Main,
Aspen, Colorado, hereby authorize Dennis B. Green and Charles Cunniffe
& Associates to act as our agents, and to present a growth management
quota application on our behalf.
' Please accept this letter and attached material as our application to
renovate the Asia Restaurant, and to develop an unused portion of the
property; building offices and employee housing. Our request - this
application - is pursuant to the requireimnts of the City"s growth
management system.
The building which houses our restaurant was originally a miner's
cottage, was also used for offices at one time, and was added to the
historic register more than a decade ago.
' You have already approved our plans for making Asia Restaurant more
attractive, and efficient as a dining business. This includes design
changes, and renovation. We wish now to add affordable housing and
office space to an area of town in need of both.
Our plans are sound, and we feel our changes to the building will
' enhance the quality of life in our neighborhood.
,•;e believe the changes to Asia Restaurant meet the intent of the
Growth Management Code - and ask for your support.
Sincerely,
-eve Ko Lily Ko
Owners - Asia Restaurant
' 132 W. Main
Aspen, Colorado 81611
EXHIBIT "V
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ITELEPHONE 303-925-1885
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May 30, 1990
' City of Aspen
130 S. Galena St.
Aspen, CO. 81611
DENNIS B. GREEN
Attorney at Law
617 W. MAIN ST.. SUITE B
ASPEN. COLORADO 81611
TELECOPIER 303-925-5856
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Re: Ownership of 132 W. Main
To: The Aspen Planning Commission, Aspen City Council,
and Planning Office
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The undersigned has reviewed the ownership of Lots K, L, M, N,
and the west one-half of Lot 0, Block 58, City and Townsite of Aspen,
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also known as street address 132 W. Main, Aspen, Colorado.
Said property is owned by Steve Ko and Lily Ko in fee simple.
The only encumbrances on the property are those indicated on the
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Certificate Of Ownership, attached as Exhibit "F".
This information is accurate as of May 30, 1990. It is based
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upon the attached Certificate Of Ownership, information provided by
the owners of the property, and an updated search of the relevant
records of the Pitkin County Clerk and Recorder including all records
through this date.
Sincerely,
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' KIN COUNTY TITLE, Inc. - •
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Title Insurance Company
'gent J. Higens 601 E. Hopkins, Aspen, Colorado 81611 Christina M. Davis
President (303) 925.1766 • (303) 925.6527 FAX Vice President
1 CERTIFICATE OF OWNERSHIP
PITKIN COUNTY TITLE, INC., A DULY LICENSED TITLE INSURANCE AGENT FOR
'THE STATE OF COLORADO HEREBY CERTIFIES THAT : STEVE KO AND LILY KO
ARE THE OWNERS IN FEE SIMPLE OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED REAL PROPERTY
SITUATED IN PITKIN COUNTY, COLORADO TO -WIT:
,LOTS K, L, M, N,AND THE WEST ONE-HALF OF LOT 0,
BLOCK 58,
CITY AND TOWNSITE OF ASPEN.
DEEDS OF TRUST, MORTGAGES, ENCUMBRANCES APPARENTLY NOT RELEASED:
DEED OF TRUST ----- BOOK 508 AT PAGE 837
NOTE: AMENDMENT TO DEED OF TRUST RECORDED IN BOOK 509 AT PAGE 763
FINANCING STATEMENT -- BOOK 518 AT PAGE 81
NOTE : EASEMENT ----- BOOK 525 AT PAGE 48
ILIEN AND JUDGEMENTS APPARENTLY NOT RELEASED:
NONE
ALTHOUGH WE BELIEVE THE PACTS STATED ARE TRUE, THIS CERTIFICATE IS NOT
TO BE' -CONSTRUED AS AN ABSTRACT OF TITLE, NOR AN OPINION OF TITLE, NOR A
GUARANTY OF TITLE, AND IT IS U*7DERSTOOD AND AGREED THAT PITKIN COUNTY
TITLE, INC., NEITHER ASSUMES, NOR WILL BE CHARGED WITH ANY FINANCIAL
OBLIGATION OR LIABILITY WHATEVER ON ANY STATEMENT CONTAINED HEREIN.
' CERTIFIED TO: JULY 3, 1989 AT 8:00 A.M.
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SCHUMER GOAMN MEYER INC • P.O. Box 2155
Aspen, Colorado 81612
(303) 925.6727
CONSULTING ENGINEERS i SURVEYORS
May 29, 1990
Mr. Dennis B. Green
Attorney at Law
617 West Main Street Suite B
Aspen, Co. 81611
RE: Asia Office Building Growth Managment Application
Dear Dennis:
This letter comprises a report on Engineering related items for an
office Growth 1-lanagment Application for the Asia Office Building.
I have structured this report to include the engineering related criteria
of the City of Aspen Growth Managment Quota system (Gl4QS) persuant
to Aspen Municipal Code, Chapter 24, Section 8-106F.
Introduction
The Asia Office Building Project comprises a two story office building
development located on lots N and the Westerly half of Lot 0 of Block 58
of the Original Aspen Townsite.
The proposed structure will include approximately 3842 sq. feet of
leasable office space and new affordable housing is to be built in the
remodeled Asia restraurant building. The site plan proposes to provide
for parking spaces fronting on the alley as well as a trash and utility
enclosure in the northwest corner of the site. While the project fronts
on Highway 82 on Ilain Street it does not propose access from the Hain
Street frontage.The following items comprise engineering analysis of
available services pursant to City GMQS requirements.
I Tater System
j Tater is to be provided by the City of Aspen [later System as discussed
� lith Judy McKenzie of the City Water Department on May 25, 1990. Water
service to the project is available from an existing 8" main located in
I -lain Street. Judy indicated that the existing water system has adequate
capacity to serve this project without any required system upgrades.
She further indicated that there were no problems on the existing grater
system in the immediate area that might require construction by the
applicant. Fire hydrants are already in existance on the northwest
corner of the intersection of Main and First Street as well as the
northeast ccrner of Garmish and lfain both a block or less from the
project site. As a predominantly office structure this project should not
place high demands on the eater s, stem, :;e would anticipate
approximately 450 gallons per day. One possible concern regarding
eater service to this project involves the Colorado Department of
Highways near term plan to overlay the Hain Street portion of Highway
82. This Would suggest that it may be advisable to tap the City grater
main as soon as possible to avoid later conflict with Department of
Highways overlay work.
1512 Grand Avenue, Suite 212 • Glenwood Springs, Colorado 816011 EXHIBIT "U"
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Sewer System
Based on
conversations with Tom Bracewell of the Aspen Metropolitan
Sewer District it appears that sewer system capacity is available to
serve this project. Tom indicated in my conversation with him on May
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25 that service would be available by tapping the existing sewer line in
the alley north of the project site. Once again, the Sewer District
through Tom has not indicated the need for any system improvements
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in the immediate area in order to provide capacity for this project.
Again, as a predominantly office project, this development should not
place high demands on the sewer system during normal peak flow
conditions.
Drainage
The site plan for the Asia Office Building proposes approximately 3813
sq. ft. of new impervious surface on a lot area of 4036 sq. ft. Space is
available on the site to provide on site detention in the form of a
subgrade dryc-rell overflowing to adjacent storm sewer facilities. I
would propose to locate the drywell and overflows in the parking area
adjacent to the alley. The drywell system will be sized to provide on -
site detention of any difference between undeveloped and developed
flows. Off site discharge will be maintained at historic levels pursuant
to City Code requirements.
Fire Protection
The project site is currently serviced by two existing fire hydrants, one
' is located on the northwest corner of Main and First Streets about 1/2
block from the site, the other is located at the northeast corner of Main
and Garmish just under 1 block from the site. Both hydrants within 300
feet of the project site. In addition, the site is located 5 blocks from the
existing Aspen Volunteer Fire Department, located on East Hopkins
between 1-Iill Street and Galena Street. P.esponse time for the Volunteer
Fire Department for this site could be expected to be under 5 minutes
including alarm time. In a conversation with the Fire Marshall's Office
no special requirements were identified to provide fire protection to this
site.
Traffic Generation
' Based on the Vehicle trip generation figures generated by the Regional
Transportation Flan for the City of Aspen by "loorhees and Assoc. dated
-uly -f 1973, ",in office facility located adjacent to a strong transit
' system could be expected to generate 8 vehicle trips per 1000 sq. ft. per
Jay. For this project ::ith a net leasable square footage of 3842 sq. ft.
the office portion of the building could be expected to generate 30.7
vehicle trips per day. These vehicles could be expected to impact First
Street, Bleeker Street, and llain Street as they enter and exit the site.
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According to the Aspen Area Comprehensive Plan; Transportation
Element as published in September 1987 by the Aspen/Pitkin Planning
Office and Roaring Fork Transit Agency, First Street currently
expereiences less than 1000 vehicles per day in the Summertime while
Bleeker Street experiences under 2000 vehicles per day and Main Street
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experiences in excess of 20,000 vehicles per day. Traffic generation by
this project at 30.7 vehicles per day will not have an adverse impact nor
will it exceed the system capacity of the adjacent streets. One factor
that should help minimize traffic generation by the project is the
availability of public transit on Main Street stopping at the Northwest
corner of First and Blain Street just 150 feet from the project site. The
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project site plan proposes four paved parking spaces off of the alley.
In addition, the remodel plan for the Asia Restaurant proposes to
formalize seven additional parking spaces along the alley frontage of
that building and one more off First Street for a total of twelve spaces.
This parking exceeds the U.5 spaces required by code for the new office
building. These additional parking spaces along with the differing hours
of operation of the office building and restaurant should serve to keep
on street parking demand for this project to a minimum.
I trust that this letter report will prove adequate for GMQS application
purposes. Generally, the project site is well served by existing utilities
and available street capacity. None of the utilities I contacted indicated
a need for utility system upgrades in the immediate area. This project
' site offers a good location close to the downtown core and can be
serviced with exisiting utilities in the area.
' Please feel free to contact me if I can provide any additional assistance
on this growth managment application.
Respectfully submitted,
SCHMUESER GORCON MEYER, INC.
Jay 1. Hammond, F.E.
Principal -Aspen Office
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CASELOAD SUMMARY SHEET
City of Aspen
DATE RECEIVED: 9 14 90
DATE COMPLETE: "r
PARCEL ID AND CASE NO.
2735-124-39-070 A53-90
STAFF MEMBER- kL,
PROJECT NAME: Asia 1990 Commercial GMQS, GMQS Exemption, Special
Review
Project Address: 132 W. Main Street
Legal Address: Lots K, L, M, N & 1/2 Lot O, Block 58
APPLICANT: Steve & Lily Ko
Applicant Address: 132 W. Main St., Aspen
REPRESENTATIVE: Dennis Green
Representative Address/Phone: 617 W. Main, Suite B
Aspen, CO 81611
PAID: YES NO AMOUNT: $3775. NO. OF COPIES RECEIVED: /10
TYPE OF APPLICATION: 1 STEP: 2 STEP: V
P&Z Meeting Datey %.>_ PUBLIC HEARING: ,�5� NO
VESTED RIGHTS: YES NO
CC Meeting Date PUBLIC HEARING: YES NO
VESTED RIGHTS: YES NO
Planning Director Approval: Paid:
Insubstantial Amendment or Exemption: Date:
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REFERRALS:
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Aspen Water
4241�ty--Else
Envir. Hlth.
As�p" Con. S.D.
Mtn. Bell
Parks Dept.
oly Cross
re kai
Rwilding Inspector
oaring Fork
Energy Center
School District
Rocky Mtn Nat Gas
State Hwy Dept(GW)
State Hwy Dept(GJ)
Other
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DATE REFERRED: C y �? ��� INITIALS:
FINAL ROUTING: DATE ROUTED: INITIAL:
City Atty City Engineer Zoning Env. Health
Housing Other:
FILE STATUS AND LOCATION:
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September 27, 1990
ASPEN/PITKIN PLANNING OFFICE
130 S. Galena Street
Aspen, Colorado 81611
(303) 920-5090
Dennis Green
617 West Main Street, Suite B
Aspen, CO 81611
Re: Asia 1990 Commercial GMQS
Dear Dennis,
This is to inform you that the Planning Office has completed its
preliminary review of the captioned application. We have
determined that this application is complete.
We have scheduled this application for review by the Aspen
Planning and Zoning Commission at a public hearing on Tuesday,
November 6, 1990 at a meeting to begin at 4:30 p.m.. The Friday
before the meeting date, we will call to inform you that a copy
of the memo pertaining to the application is available at the
Planning Office.
Please note that it is your responsibility to post the subject
property with a sign for the public hearing and mail notices to
property owners within 300' of the subject property.
If you have any questions, please call Leslie Lamont, the planner
assigned to your case.
Sincerely,
Debbie Skehan
Administrative Assistant
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MEMORANDUM
TO: City Attorney
City Engineer
Housing Director
Aspen Water Department
Electric Department
Environmental Health Department
Aspen Consolidated Sanitation District
Fire Marshal
Roaring Fork Energy Center
Aspen Historic Preservation Committee
FROM: Leslie Lamont, Planning Office
RE: Asia 1990 Commercial GMQS,
Exemption
Parcel ID # 2737-124-39-070
DATE: September �' 1990
J7
Special Review and GMQS
Attached for your review and comments is an application from
Dennis Green on behalf of Steve & Lily Ko requesting Commercial
GMQS Allotments and approval of Special Review and GMQS
Exemption.
Please return your comments no later than October 19, 1990.
Thank you.