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Property Aspen Skiing Company Phone No.: 970 923-8757
Owner ("I"): Email: gvanmoorsel@aspensnowmass.com
Address of 675 E. Durant Avenue Billing Aspen Skiing Company
Property: Aspen, CO 81611 Address: PO Box 1248
(subject of (send bills here)
application) Aspen, CO 81612
I understand that the City has adopted, via Ordinance No. , Series of 2011, review fees for Land Use applications
and the payment of these fees is a condition precedent to determining application completeness. I understand
that as the property owner that I am responsible for paying all fees for this development application.
For flat fees and referral fees: I agree to pay the following fees for the services indicated. I understand that these
flat fees are non-refundable.
$ 0 flat fee for Select Dept $ 0 flat fee for Select Dept
$ 0 flat fee for Select Dept
$ 0 flat fee for Select Review
For deposit cases only: The City and I understand that because of the size, nature or scope of the proposed
project, it is not possible at this time to know the full extent or total costs involved in processing the application. I
understand that additional costs over and above the deposit may accrue. I understand and agree that it is
impracticable for City staff to complete processing, review, and presentation of sufficient information to enable
legally required findings to be made for project consideration, unless invoices are paid in full.
The City and I understand and agree that invoices mailed by the City to the above listed billing address and not
returned to the City shall be considered by the City as being received by me. I agree to remit payment within 30
days of presentation of an invoice by the City for such services.
I have read, understood, and agree to the Land Use Review Fee Policy including consequences for non-payment.
I agree to pay the following initial deposit amounts for the specified hours of staff time. I understand that payment
of a deposit does not render an application complete or compliant with approval criteria. If actual recorded costs
exceed the initial deposit, I agree to pay additional monthly billings to the City to reimburse the City for the
processing of my application at the hourly rates hereinafter stated.
$ 1,30 deposit for 4 hours of Community Development Department staff time. Additional time
above the deposit amount will be billed at $325 per hour.
$ 265 deposit for 1 hours of Engineering Department staff time. Additional time above the deposit
amount will be billed at $265 per hour.
City of Aspen:
Chris Bendon
Community Development Director
Property Owner:
Name: David Corbin
City use: 1565 Title: VP Planning and Development
Fees Due: $ Received: $
Homeowner Association Compliance Policy
All land use applications within the City of Aspen are required to include a Homeowner Association
Compliance Form (this form) certifying the scope of work included in the land use application complies
with all applicable covenants and homeowner association policies. The certification must be signed by
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This property is not subject to a homeowners association or other form of private covenant.
❑ This property is subject to a homeowners association or private covenant and the
improvements proposed in this land use application do not require approval by the homeowners
association or covenant beneficiary.
❑ This property is subject to a homeowners association or private covenant and the
improvements proposed in this land use application have been approved by the homeowners
association or covenant beneficiary. Evidence of approval is attached.
I understand this policy and I understand the City of Aspen does not interpret, enforce, or manage the
applicability, meaning or effect of private covenants or homeowner association rules or bylaws. I
understand that this document is a public document.
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SNOWMASS ASPEN MOUNTAIN ASPEN HIGHLANDS BUTTERMILK
Sarah Nadolny
Planner Technician
City of Aspen Community Development
130 S. Galena Street
Aspen, CO 81611
September 10, 2014
Dear Sarah,
ASPEN( SNOWMASS_
ASPEN SKIING COMPANY
I am pleased to submit our Insubstantial PD Amendment application for the Aspen Mountain Plaza
Elevator Replacement project, located at 675 East Dean Street, more specifically described as Lot 1 and
2 of the Little Nell Subdivision SPA. As you know, Aspen Skiing Company is proposing to replace the
existing ADA lift in the Dean Street right of way with a new upgraded commercial elevator, allowing us
to better service the needs of our guests and the public in general.
Enclosed with this application please find two copies the following:
1. Completed Land Use Application Form and signed fee agreement
2. The Pre -Application Conference Summary
3. Total fee deposit for review of the application
4. Property Ownership letter
5. A current certified Site Improvement Survey of the property, including a vicinity map
6. A signed HOA Compliance form
7. Written description of the proposal with responses to all review criteria
8. A digital copy of the complete application
Please note that I am an employee of Aspen Skiing Company and am authorized to act on this
application. I can be contacted at 970 923-8757 for any communication regarding the same. We look
forward to the response from the City of Aspen and to the successful completion of this project.
Best Regards,
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Gert Van Moorsel, AIA
Project Manager
P.O. Box 1248
Aspen, CO 81612-1248
970-925-1220
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ATTACHMENT 2 —LAND USE APPLICATION
PROJECT:
Name: Ashen Mountain Plaza Eley2tor Replacement
Location: U5 E. Qtlr nt Avgn1JQ Lot1 @no 2 UU19-tNell-Subdi-vision
(Indicate street address, lot & block number, legal description where appropriate)
Parcel ID # (REQUIRED) 2737-182-50-102
APPLICANT:
Name: Aspen Skiing Company
Address: PO Box 1248 Aspen CO 81612
Phone #: 970 925-1220
REPRO: SENTATIVE:
Name: Gert Van Moorsel
Address: PO Box 1248 Aspen, CO 81612
Phone #: 970 923-8757
TYPE OF APPLICATION: (please check all that apply):
❑
GMQS Exemption
❑
GMQS Allotment
❑
Special Review
❑
ESA — 8040 Greenline, Stream
Margin, Hallam Lake Bluff,
Mountain View Plane
❑
Commercial Design Review
❑ Residential Design Variance
❑ Conditional Use
❑ Conceptual PUD
❑ Final PUD (& PUD Amendment)
❑ Subdivision
❑ Subdivision Exemption (includes
condominiumization)
❑ Lot Split
❑ Lot Line Adjustment
EXISTING CONDITIONS: (description of existing buildings, uses, previous approvals, etc.)
See attached description of existing conditions and approvals
PROPOSAL: idescrintion of
modifications_ etc.
See attached description of proposed modifications
❑
Temporary Use
❑
Text/Map Amendment
❑
Conceptual SPA
Final SPA (& SPA
Amendment)
❑ Small Lodge Conversion/
Expansion
❑ Other:
Have you attached the following? FEES DuE: mp
Pre -Application Conference Summary
Attachment #1, Signed Fee Agreement
Response to Attachment #3, Dimensional Requirements Form
Response to Attachment 94, Submittal Requirements- Including Written Responses to Review Standards
❑ 3-D Model for large prciect
All plans that are larger than 8.5" X 11" must be folded. A disk with an electric copy of all written text
(Microsoft Word Format) must be submitted as part of the application. Large scale projects should include an
electronic 3-D model. Your pre -application conference summary will indicate if you must submit a 3-D model.
ATTACHMENT 3
DIMENSIONAL REQUIREMENTS FORM
Project: Aspen Mountain Plaza Elevator Replacement
Applicant: Aspen Skiing Company
Location: 675 E. Durant Avenue, Aspen CO
Zone District: SPA
Lot Size: Irregular - see attached Improvement Survey
Lot Area: 82,721 SF
(for the purposes of calculating Floor Area, Lot Area may be reduced for areas
within the high water mark, easements, and steep slopes. Please refer to the
definition of Lot Area in the Municipal Code.)
Commercial net leasable: Existing: n/a Proposed: n/a
Number of residential units: Existing: n/a Proposed: n/a
Number of bedrooms: Existing: n/a Proposed: n/a
Proposed % of demolition (Historic properties only):n/a
DIMENSIONS:
See Attached
Floor Area:
Existing:
25 SF
Principal bldg. height:
Existing:
21'-8"
Access. bldg. height:
Existing:
n/a
On -Site parking:
Existing:
n/a
% Site coverage:
Existing:
n/a
% Open Space:
Existing:
n/a
Front Setback:
Existing:
n/a
Rear Setback:
Existing:
n/a
Combined F/R:
Existing:
n/a
Side Setback:
Existing:
n/a
Side Setback:
Existing:
n/a
Combined Sides:
Existing:
n/a
Distance Between
Existing
n/a
Buildings
n/a
Required:
Existing non -conformities or encroachments: Existing Lift encroaches into Dean Street
ROW. See Revocable Encroachment License reception no. 590237
Variations requested: None
See Attached
Allowable:
Description
Proposed:
67 SF
Allowable:
See Attached
Description
Proposed:
29'-8"
Allowable:
n/a
Proposed:
n/a
Required:
n/a
Proposed:
n/a
Required:
n/a
Proposed:
n/a
Required:
n/a
Proposed:
n/a
Required:
n/a
Proposed:
n/a
Required:
n/a
Proposed:
n/a
Required:
n/a
Proposed:
n/a
Required:
n/a
Proposed:
n/a
Required:
n/a
Proposed:
n/a
Required:
n/a
Proposed:
n/a
n/a Required:
none
Proposed: n/a
Existing non -conformities or encroachments: Existing Lift encroaches into Dean Street
ROW. See Revocable Encroachment License reception no. 590237
Variations requested: None
Aspen Mountain Plaza Elevator Replacement
Insubstantial PD Amendment Application
Lot 1 and 2, Little Nell Subdivision
Description of Existing Conditions
Installed in 2008 to provide compliance with ADA and Building Department accessibility requirements, Aspen Skiing
Company (ASC) owns and operates the existing exterior ADA lift located on the Dean Street public right of way and
pedestrian plaza. It should be noted that a Revocable Encroachment License is currently in place. This lift serves as
the direct Accessible Route from the Lower Plaza to the Upper Plaza and bottom terminal of the Silver Queen
Gondola. In addition to serving the needs of our disabled guests and the public in general, the lift also supports the
ASC guest ski and snowboard storage and transfer operations located on the Upper Plaza.
The existing lift is a free standing, non- conditioned, structure with a 25 SF footprint that is approximately 21'-8" in
height above finish grade. The lift, which is classified as a Limited Use/Limited Application vertical lift, has no machine
equipment room. The existing Accessible Route includes an independently supported bridge structure that connects
the upper landing of the lift to the Upper Plaza area.
Over the past several years, the existing lift has experienced numerous malfunctions and repairs, and it has become
clear that this limited use lift is no longer able to serve these needs in a reliable manner.
Description of Proposal
In order to meet the needs of the general public and to maintain a reliable and direct Accessible Route to the Upper
Plaza, Aspen Skiing Company is proposing, with this Land Use Application, to replace the existing lift with a new
commercial grade elevator, to be installed in the same location as the existing lift. The elevator will remain a two stop
service, utilizing the existing connector bridge at the Upper Plaza. It is anticipated that no changes to the existing
bridge will be required.
To achieve the technical requirements associated with a commercial grade elevator, a 67 SF hoist way footprint is
needed. The hoistway will also be taller than the existing lift due to the elevator cab over -run requirements. In
addition, a new 62 SF machine equipment room (MER) is required. The MER is proposed to be located on Lot 2 of
the Little Nell subdivision, underneath the Upper Plaza deck at the existing raised utility area that is directly adjacent
to the proposed elevator.
It should also be noted that the new elevator footprint will not encroach into the Dean Street Fire Lane.
Compliance with Review Standards
26.445.110.A Insubstantial PD Amendment
The Little Nell Subdivision SPA established the development parameters for the Little Nell Base Development. The
existing ADA lift was included as part of the Upper Plaza deck repair project approved in 2007. As indicated in the
attached Pre -Application document, staff has made an initial determination that the proposed elevator replacement
project meets the criteria for an Insubstantial PD Amendment and that no public hearing will be required. The
application request does not change the use or character of the development and the proposed changes to
dimensional requirements of the project are limited specifically to the technical requirements of the upgraded
elevator.
The architectural design of the proposed elevator is compatible with the context and visual character of the Little Nell
Base Development. The elevator finish materials include a stone veneer base to match the adjacent site walls. Above
the stone base is suggested to be a stucco finish and natural wood siding at the roof gables, with both materials and
color selections to be architecturally consistent with The Little Nell Hotel and West Wing buildings. A metal 10/12
sloped roof will shed snow away from the elevator entrances to the adjacent planter snow dump areas. An exterior
architectural elevation is included in the application for reference.
Dimensional Requirements
Consistent with the review standards for an Insubstantial Amendment, the proposal does not require the granting of
an increase of the approved SPA allowable Height or Floor Area. The specific responses to the dimensional
requirements of the proposal are as follows:
26.575.020 A -K Calculations and Measurements
26.575.113 Measuring Floor Area
To meet the technical requirements for increased weight capacity and minimum ADA cab dimensions, the minimum
size of the elevator hoistway will need to be increased by 42 SF.
26.575.D.2 Vertical Circulation
For a two stop elevator, the upper level landing area of the elevator is not counted as Floor Area.
26.575.D.4
As the proposed elevator machine equipment room will be an enclosed and unconditioned space beneath the Upper
Plaza deck, it is exempt from Floor Area calculations
26.575.020.F.1 Measuring Building Heights
As indicated on the enclosed Improvement Survey, the existing grade at the elevator is 7937.25 feet. The new
elevator will be installed without any changes to the existing grade. The overall height of the structure for properties in
the Commercial Core shall be the maximum distance between the ground and the highest point of the roof ridge and
is calculated to be 29'-8" or an increase in height of approximately 8'- 0" from the existing lift. The primary reason for
the increase in height is due to the commercial elevator over -run requirements.
26.575.F.4.c Elevator and Stair Enclosures
On structures other than single family or duplex residential buildings, elevator overrun enclosures may extend up to
five feet above the maximum allowable height.
26.575.K Exceptions for Building Code Compliance
The Community Development Director may approve exceptions to the dimensional restrictions of this section of the
code to accommodate improvements required to achieve compliance with accessibility codes. The existing lift was
required by the Building Department at the time of the Gondola Plaza redevelopment to meet the IBC requirements of
an Accessible Route to the Upper Plaza. And as the existing lift is not able to meet these requirements in a reliable
manner, the only reasonable way to correct the problem is for Aspen Skiing Company to remove the existing lift and
install a larger, more robust, commercial grade elevator at the same location. ASC therefore requests that an
exception be applied to the insubstantial and technical characteristics of these increases.
Construction in a Public ROW
21.04.050 Occupancy of public right of way prohibited without encroachment license
The applicant has been in contact with the City of Aspen Engineering Department in regard to this project.
Engineering is supportive of the proposal and requests that a new Revocable Encroachment License for the
proposed elevator be obtained. ASC will work with the Department to satisfy this requirement.
21.12.010 Permit Required
ASC agrees to obtain a ROW permit prior to construction of the project.
21.12.010 Issuance of Permit in certain months restricted
ASC agrees to comply with the listed restriction periods for work in the Dean Street ROW. Construction of the project
is anticipated to commence after the close of the 2014/2015 ski season and be completed before the 2015 summer
season.
CITY OF ASPEN
PRE -APPLICATION CONFERENCE SUMMARY
PLANNER: Sara Nadolny DATE: 7/16/2014
PROJECT: Gondola Plaza — 675 E. Durant
REPRESENTATIVE: Gert Van Moorsel
REQUEST: Insubstantial PD Amendment
DESCRIPTION:
The Applicant is interested in replacing the existing elevator on the gondola plaza property, located on
the western area of the plaza. The current elevator is substandard in serving the needs of the plaza
users and employees, and the Applicant wishes to upgrade to a more functional structure. The
elevator will have a slightly large footprint than the existing, and will also be taller. Mechanical
equipment necessary to the functioning of the elevator has been proposed to be placed in the existing
alcove area beneath the upper plaza overhang, on the side of the stairway, adjacent to the elevator.
This alcove is currently unused and the Applicant believes this will house the mechanical equipment
fully, with a door that will only be accessible to maintenance personnel. The Applicant has indicated
an intention to use materials on and around the elevator that contextually complement the materials
found elsewhere around the plaza.
Gondola Plaza is a Planned Development (PD), and the elevator/equipment exchange will require an
Insubstantial PD Amendment. The Applicant must respond to all applicable review criteria as found in
Subsection 26.445.110.A, Insubstantial Amendments. Furthermore, the Code has specific
allowances for elevator heights, as found in the referenced section below.
Below are links to the Land Use Application form and Land Use Code for your convenience:
Land Use App:
http://www.aspen,pitkin.com/Portals/0/docs/City/Comdey/Apps%20and%20Fees/2013%20land%20
use%20app%20form.pdf
Land Use Code:
http://www.aspenpitkin.com/Departments/Community-Development/Planning-and-Zoning/Title-26-
Land-Use-Code/
Relevant Land Use Code Section(s):
26.304 Common Development Review Procedures
26.445.110.A Insubstantial Amendments (to Planned Development)
26.575.020.F.4.c Exceptions to Height Limitations — Elevator and Stair Enclosures
Review by: Staff for completeness
Review agencies: Engineering Dept., Fire Dept.
Public Hearing: None required
ASLU
Insubstantial PD Amendment
675 E. Durant St.
Planning Fees: $1,300 for 4 hours of staff time. Any unbilled portion of this deposit will be
refunded at the conclusion of the case. Additional staff hours, if needed, will be billed at $325/ hr.
Referrals: Engineering - $265 for 1 hour of review time
Total Deposit: $1,565
To apply, submit the following information:
9- Completed Land Use Application and signed fee agreement.
K Pre -application Conference Summary (this document).
4 Total deposit for review of the application.
Street address and legal description of the parcel on which development is proposed to
occur, consisting of a current (no older than 6 months) certificate from a title insurance
company, an ownership and encumbrance report, or attorney licensed to practice in the
State of Colorado, listing the names of all owners of the property, and all mortgages,
judgments, liens, easements, contracts and agreements affecting the parcel, and
demonstrating the owner's right to apply for the Development Application.
R Applicant's name, address and telephone number in a letter signed by the applicant that
states the name, address and telephone number of the representative authorized to act on
behalf of the applicant.
JAL A site improvement survey (no older than a year from submittal) including topography and
vegetation showing the current status of the parcel certified by a registered land surveyor by
licensed in the State of Colorado.
K HOA Compliance form (Attached)
JKL A written description of the proposal and an explanation in written, graphic, or model form of
how the proposed development complies with the review standards relevant to the
development application and relevant land use approvals associated with the property.
R Written responses to all review criteria.
K An 8 1/2" by 11" vicinity map locating the parcel within the City of Aspen.
K 2 Copies of the complete application packet and, if applicable, associated drawings.
A digital copy of the application provided in pdf file format.
Disclaimer:
The foregoing summary is advisory in nature only and is not binding on the City. The summary is
based on current zoning, which is subject to change in the future, and upon factual representations
that may or may not be accurate. The summary does not create a legal or vested right.
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City of Aspen
Community Development Department
130 S. Galena Street
Aspen CC 81611
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ASPEN SKIING COMPANY
Reference: Insubstantial PD Amendment to Specially Planned Area (SPA)
675 E. Durant Avenue
Lot 1 and Lot 2, Little Nell Subdivision (Parcel ID 2737 182 50 102)
To Whom It May Concern:
I am a director and authorized representative of Aspen Skiing Company and an attorney licensed
to practice in the State of Colorado.
The subject property referenced above is owned Fee Simple by Aspen Skiing Company, a
Colorado limited liability company. Aspen Skiing Company hereby consents to the filing of the
above referenced Land Use application.
In addition, Aspen Skiing Company authorizes Gert Van Moorsel, an Aspen Skiing Company
employee to act on behalf of the applicant.
As always, please feel free to call me if you wish to discuss any of the contents of this letter
Sincerely,
Davi
Director of Legal Services
Cc: Gert Van Moorsel
David Corbin
P.O. Box 1248
Aspen, CO 81612.1248
970.925.1220
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