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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
May 22, 2017
5:00 PM
I. Call to Order
II. Roll Call
III. Scheduled Public Appearances
a) Black Diamond Award
IV. Citizens Comments & Petitions (Time for any citizen to address Council on issues
NOT scheduled for a public hearing. Please limit your comments to 3 minutes)
V. Special Orders of the Day
a) Councilmembers' and Mayor's Comments
b) Agenda Deletions and Additions
c) City Manager's Comments
d) Board Reports
VI. Consent Calendar (These matters may be adopted together by a single motion)
a) Resolution #89, Series of 2017- Lassiter Electric Contract for Electrical Upgrades
in the Aspen Ice Garden, and Red Brick Center for the Arts
b) Resolution #91, Series of 2017 - Short Range Transit Plan-Professional Services
Agreement
VII. Notice of Call-Up
VIII. First Reading of Ordinances
IX. Public Hearings
a) Ordinance #16, Series 2017 - Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance
b) Resolution #90, Series 2017 - Lift One Lodge Extension of Vested Rights
c) Ordinance #34, Series 2016 - Mountain View Planes
X. Action Items
XI. Executive Session - C.R.S. Section 24-6-402(4)(b): Conference with attorneys regarding pending
litigation, Castle and Maroon Creek diligence cases and Marie Antoinette Kronberg v. City of Aspen; and
conference with attorneys regarding potential litigation.
XII. Adjournment
Next Regular Meeting June 12, 2017
COUNCIL’S ADOPTED GUIDELINES
· Make Decisions Based on 30 Year Vision
· Tone and Tenor Matter
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· Remember Where We’re Living and Why We’re Here
COUNCIL SCHEDULES A 15 MINUTE DINNER BREAK APPROXIMATELY 7 P.M.
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MEMORANDUM
TO: MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL
FROM: PAT HINCH, SENIOR PROPERTY MANAGER – APCHA
CINDY CHRISTENSEN, DEPUTY DIRECTOR – APCHA
MIKE KOSDROSKY, EXECUTIVE DIRECOTR – APCHA
MEMO DATE: APRIL 19, 2017
MEETING DATE: MAY 22, 2017
RE: JANINE GUERRERO, BLACK DIAMOND AWARD
It is with great pleasure to award Janine Guerrero the Black Diamond Award for her exceptionally
compassionate, hard-working and proactive performance as the liaison with the Aspen Country Inn (ACI)
tenants.
The City of Aspen started the Aspen Country Inn renovation project in September 2016. At that time APCHA
designated our administrative assistant, Janine Guerrero to act as the liaison between the asset
management/construction team and the residents living at Aspen Country Inn.
Over the course of the renovation, Janine expanded her role to meet the customer service and construction
constant demands. Initially it was thought she would coordinate the temporary relocation of the 40 apartment
residents. The role quickly expanded beyond the initial concept… not only did she coordinate the temporary
relocation of the residents; she took her role to the next level to make sure everything went as smoothly as
possible with as little disruption as possible. One example of how she accomplished this is by reaching out
frequently to the construction teams. Throughout the construction process, she diplomatically pointed out
renovation deficiencies, preemptive safety feedback and worked with the construction team to ensure each
resident moved back into a finished home. As our Public Works Director said, “If anyone can sit through
construction meetings and can handle the constant challenges associated with construction projects, then they
are deserving of this award!” As we all know, construction projects experience frequent challenges including
ever-changing schedules. She did this by providing open and honest communication to the residents on a
continual basis. She went above and beyond by ensuring a safe moving environment, walking the grounds every
day, and providing a sense of comfort and assurance. What is truly amazing is that Janine handled everything
with grace, respect and exceptional customer service. It is our belief that because of Janine in her role as
liaison, we did not experience any major complaints.
Thankfully, Janine carried her phone on her hip 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, available and ready to respond –
even in the middle of the night! When things did not go as planned or delayed, Janine responded with urgency
and provided solutions and support in a courteous and professional manner.
Moreover, ACI tenants have been very complimentary - quotes from ACI tenants include:
“I trust Janine and want nothing to do with anyone else (construction crew)!”
“Janine has been excellent through all of this!”
“No one deserves this award more than Janine!”
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Truly, Janine Guerrero has represented the City of Aspen as a professional with integrity and pride through her
immediate response time, constant patience, and genuine sense of caring for the wellbeing of the tenants.
Congratulations Janine!
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Evan Pletcher, Project Engineer
THRU: Jack Wheeler, Capital Asset Manager
DATE OF MEMO: May 15th, 2017
MEETING DATE: May 22nd, 2017
RE: Aspen Ice Garden and Red Brick Building – Resolution #89 of 2017
– Lassiter Electric Construction Contract
REQUEST OF COUNCIL: Council review and approval of a construction contract between
Lassiter Electric and The City of Aspen for $225,213.52 so the project may begin on May 23rd,
2017.
PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION: Council has not had any previous actions on this project.
BACKGROUND: The Aspen Ice Garden was built in 1965 and much of the electrical system
(service, panelboards, wiring, devices, etc.) are original to the building. It has been identified
that the utility transformer serving the building is inadequate to meet the current and future needs
of the building. Lassiter Electric has devised a solution to this issue, and also plans to replace
many of the electrical panels throughout the facility, which will bring many necessary life-safety
aspects of the system up to current code requirements. Specific to this project will be the
requirement to provide sufficient 480 Volt 3-Phase power to run all motors in the refrigeration
plant, to provide high efficiency inverter duty motors capable of running the existing Vilter
compressors at maximum design load, and the rewiring of all plant motors to run on 480 Volt 3-
phase (current supply power is 208 Volt 3-phase).
The Red Brick Gym was constructed in the 1950’s. There have been several renovations since
construction, but much of the electrical system is original to the building. The electrical panels
do not comply with current codes and are safety concerns. In addition, the Red Brick Gym and
Offices are part of a CO-OP operating the Red Brick Arts & Recreation Center. Many services
are shared throughout the building. This project looks to upgrade the electrical panels in the
Gymnasium and Center for the Arts to current code.
DISCUSSION: The attached contract execution and approval allows the contractor to being the
project on May 23rd, 2017.
ENVIRONMENTAL / COMMUNITY IMPACTS: CoA staff has worked jointly with Aspen
Ice Garden and Red Brick staff to develop a work schedule that minimizes impacts to the tenants
and operation of each facility as the electrical upgrades are completed. The developed schedule
will involve upgrades in the Aspen Ice Garden while the ice is out this spring/summer, and will
not interfere with any planned summer events. The work at the Red Brick will take place
evenings and weekends while the building is not in use. Upgrades are limited to the gymnasium
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and Center for the Arts during this project and will not affect service to Aspen Public Radio or
Grassroots TV.
FINANCIAL / BUDGET IMPACTS: The construction contract for these electrical upgrades is
in the amount of $225,213.52. This number has been vetted by CoA staff to be reasonable in
price and scope. Staff has also included in the project budget a 30% contingency, for unforeseen
issues, and permit fees. The overall budget request for the project is $288,600.
No additional funding is necessary to complete this project in 2017. The city will make available
the entire amount necessary to get the work done now for the Center for the Arts, but will be
reimbursed for this portion of the work, totaling $22,100 with a 30% contingency, in 2018.
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Staff recommends Resolution #89 be approved and executed
for a construction contract between Lassiter Electric and The City of Aspen for $225,213.52 for
the project to begin on May 23rd, 2017.
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS:
ATTACHMENTS:
I. Exhibit I – Lassiter Electric Contract dated FOR EXECUTION, page 9
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RESOLUTION 89
(Series of 2017)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ASPEN, COLORADO,
APPROVING A CONTRACT BETWEEN THE CITY OF ASPEN AND LASSITER
ELECTRIC, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO APPROVE ON BEHALF OF THE
CITY OF ASPEN, COLORADO.
WHEREAS, there has been submitted to the City Council a contract - between the City of
Aspen and Lassiter Electric, a true and accurate copy of which is attached hereto as “Exhibit “I”;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF ASPEN, COLORADO,
That the City Council of the City of Aspen hereby approves the contract between the City
of Aspen and LASSITER ELECTRIC - a copy of which is annexed hereto and incorporated
herein, and does hereby authorize the City Manager to execute said agreement on behalf of the
City of Aspen.
INTRODUCED, READ AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Aspen on
the 22nd day of May, 2017.
Steven Skadron, Mayor
I, Linda Manning, duly appointed and acting City Clerk do certify that the foregoing is a
true and accurate copy of that resolution adopted by the City Council of the City of Aspen,
Colorado, at a meeting held on the 22nd day of May, 2017
Linda Manning, City Clerk
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: John Krueger and Lynn Rumbaugh, Transportation
THRU: Jeff Woods, Director of Parks & Recreation
Barry Crook, Assistant City Manager
DATE OF MEMO: May 15, 2017
DATE OF MEETING: May 22, 2017
RE: Resolution #91, Series of 2017 -Approval of Professional
Services Agreement for Short-Range Transit Plan
SUMMARY
City Transportation staff is requesting approval of Resolution Number 91 of 2017, authorizing the
City Manager to sign and execute the attached professional services agreement between the City of
Aspen and Fehr & Peers for the development of a Short-Range Transit Plan. The attached agreement
totals $99,800.00, with $40,000.00 in funding provided by a Federal Transit Administration 5304
planning grant, administered by the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT).
PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION
· In 2016, Aspen City Council approved the undertaking of a Short-Range Transit Plan (SRTP) as
part of the Transportation Fund’s 2017 budget.
· On February 13, 2017, Council approved a grant agreement with the Colorado Department of
Transportation, accepting $40,000.00 in FTA grant funding towards the development of an
SRTP.
BACKGROUND
A Short-Range Transit Plan is typically a 5-7-year planning document focused on the provision of
fixed-route transit services including potential improvements to operations, equipment and facilities.
An SRTP serves as a guiding document from which to prepare successful State and Federal grant
applications. With the City’s SRTP in need of an update, Transportation staff budgeted for a 2017
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effort and applied for grants to potentially offset the cost. Staff was successful in securing a FTA
5304 planning grant for $40,000.00 towards this effort which was estimated to total $100,000.00.
The opportunity to undertake a planning process in 2017 is quite timely given that two of City
Council’s Top Ten Goals are related to traffic reduction and new mobility. With that in mind, staff
wrote the scope of its grant project to expand beyond the typical SRTP. The approved scope for this
study includes both a review of existing transit services (including the Downtowner) and a plan for
their improvement as well as an in-depth consideration of creative new mobility opportunities
including on-demand services, app-based interfaces and peer-to-peer ride sharing.
DISCUSSION
Upon receiving a Notice to Proceed from CDOT, staff issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the
approved scope of work. Four firms were interviewed with Fehr & Peers ultimately selected as the
team best suited to this project for a variety of reasons including:
· The team is made up of fixed-route transit experts (LSC Transportation Consultants)
coupled with TDM and mobility experts (Fehr & Peers).
· This team coordinated, launched and is now evaluating the GO Centennial project,
one of the first partnerships between a municipality, transit system and
Transportation Network Company (TNC).
· This team offers project leads dedicated to three core areas of interest: transit, TDM
and new mobility.
FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS
Funding for the entire cost of this project ($99,800.00) is included in the 2017 Transportation budget.
The City will expend the full cost of the study and then be reimbursed by CDOT for the federal share
of the grant funding in the amount of $40,000.00. The net cost to the City after reimbursement will
be the local share of the cost in the amount of $59,800.00
Financial implications related to this professional services agreement are detailed below.
Project Federal Local Total
5304 Short-Range Transit Plan $40,000.00 $59,800.00 $99,800.00
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ENVIRONMENTAL IMPLICATIONS
The process of planning for continued improvement of transit and mobility options aligns with the
City’s goal of keeping traffic at 1993 levels while reducing air pollution.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that City Council approve Resolution 2017-91 allowing the City Manager to sign
and execute the professional services agreement between Fehr & Peers and the City of Aspen for the
development of a Short-Range Transit Plan.
ALTERNATIVES
Council could choose to not approve the professional service agreement and a study would not be
performed and or require a new RFP process.
PROPOSED MOTION
I move to approve Resolution 91 of 2017 on the consent calendar of May 22, 2017.
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS:
ATTACHMENTS
Attachment A: Resolution #91
Attachment B: Professional Services Agreement
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ATTACHMENT A
RESOLUTION #91
(Series of 2017)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ASPEN,
COLORADO, APPROVING A CONTRACT BETWEEN THE CITY OF ASPEN
AND FEHR & PEERS AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE
SAID CONTRACT ON BEHALF OF THE CITY OF ASPEN, COLORADO.
WHEREAS, there has been submitted to the City Council a contract for
services to create a short-range transit plan between the City of Aspen and Fehr &
Peers, a true and accurate copy of which is attached hereto as Exhibit “A”;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF ASPEN, COLORADO,
That the City Council of the City of Aspen hereby approves that Contract
for services to create a short-range transit plan, between the City of Aspen and
Fehr & Peers, a copy of which is annexed hereto and incorporated herein, and does
hereby authorize the City Manager to execute said agreement on behalf of the City
of Aspen.
INTRODUCED, READ AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of
Aspen on the 22nd day of May, 2017.
Steven Skadron, Mayor
I, Linda Manning, duly appointed and acting City Clerk do certify that the
foregoing is a true and accurate copy of that resolution adopted by the City
Council of the City of Aspen, Colorado, at a meeting held, May 22, 2017.
Linda Manning, City Clerk
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Agreement Professional Services Page 0
CITY OF ASPEN STANDARD FORM OF AGREEMENT V 2009
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
City of Aspen Project No.: 2017-045.
AGREEMENT made as of 22nd day of May, in the year 2017.
BETWEEN the City:
Contract Amount:
The City of Aspen
c/o Lynn Rumbaugh
130 South Galena Street
Aspen, Colorado 81611
Phone: (970) 920-5079
And the Professional:
Fehr & Peers
c/o _______________________
621 17th Street, Suite 2301
Denver, CO 80293
Phone: 303-296-4300
For the Following Project:
Short Range Transit Plan
Exhibits appended and made a part of this Agreement:
If this Agreement requires the City to pay
an amount of money in excess of
$25,000.00 it shall not be deemed valid
until it has been approved by the City
Council of the City of Aspen.
City Council Approval:
Date: May 22, 2017
Resolution No.: 91, Series 2017
Exhibit A: Scope of Work.
Exhibit B: Fee Schedule.
Total: $99,800.00
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Agreement Professional Services Page 1
The City and Professional agree as set forth below.
1. Scope of Work. Professional shall perform in a competent and professional manner the
Scope of Work as set forth at Exhibit A attached hereto and by this reference incorporated herein.
2. Completion. Professional shall commence Work immediately upon receipt of a written Notice
to Proceed from the City and complete all phases of the Scope of Work as expeditiously as is
consistent with professional skill and care and the orderly progress of the Work in a timely manner.
The parties anticipate that all Work pursuant to this Agreement shall be completed no later than
December 31, 2017. Upon request of the City, Professional shall submit, for the City's approval, a
schedule for the performance of Professional's services which shall be adjusted as required as the
project proceeds, and which shall include allowances for periods of time required by the City's
project engineer for review and approval of submissions and for approvals of authorities having
jurisdiction over the project. This schedule, when approved by the City, shall not, except for
reasonable cause, be exceeded by the Professional.
3. Payment. In consideration of the work performed, City shall pay Professional on a time and
expense basis for all work performed. The hourly rates for work performed by Professional shall not
exceed those hourly rates set forth at Exhibit B appended hereto. Except as otherwise mutually
agreed to by the parties the payments made to Professional shall not initially exceed the amount set
forth above. Professional shall submit, in timely fashion, invoices for work performed. The City
shall review such invoices and, if they are considered incorrect or untimely, the City shall review the
matter with Professional within ten days from receipt of the Professional's bill.
4. Non-Assignability. Both parties recognize that this Agreement is one for personal services
and cannot be transferred, assigned, or sublet by either party without prior written consent of the
other. Sub-Contracting, if authorized, shall not relieve the Professional of any of the responsibilities
or obligations under this Agreement. Professional shall be and remain solely responsible to the City
for the acts, errors, omissions or neglect of any subcontractors’ officers, agents and employees, each
of whom shall, for this purpose be deemed to be an agent or employee of the Professional to the
extent of the subcontract. The City shall not be obligated to pay or be liable for payment of any sums
due which may be due to any sub-contractor.
5. Termination of Procurement. The sale contemplated by this Agreement may be
canceled by the City prior to acceptance by the City whenever for any reason and in its sole
discretion the City shall determine that such cancellation is in its best interests and convenience.
6. Termination of Professional Services. The Professional or the City may terminate the
Professional Services component of this Agreement, without specifying the reason therefor, by
giving notice, in writing, addressed to the other party, specifying the effective date of the
termination. No fees shall be earned after the effective date of the termination. Upon any
termination, all finished or unfinished documents, data, studies, surveys, drawings, maps, models,
photographs, reports or other material prepared by the Professional pursuant to this Agreement shall
become the property of the City. Notwithstanding the above, Professional shall not be relieved of
any liability to the City for damages sustained by the City by virtue of any breach of this
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Agreement by the Professional, and the City may withhold any payments to the Professional for the
purposes of set-off until such time as the exact amount of damages due the City from the
Professional may be determined.
7.Independent Contractor Status. It is expressly acknowledged and understood by the parties
that nothing contained in this agreement shall result in, or be construed as establishing an
employment relationship. Professional shall be, and shall perform as, an independent Contractor
who agrees to use his or her best efforts to provide the said services on behalf of the City. No agent,
employee, or servant of Professional shall be, or shall be deemed to be, the employee, agent or
servant of the City. City is interested only in the results obtained under this contract. The manner
and means of conducting the work are under the sole control of Professional. None of the benefits
provided by City to its employees including, but not limited to, workers' compensation insurance and
unemployment insurance, are available from City to the employees, agents or servants of
Professional. Professional shall be solely and entirely responsible for its acts and for the acts of
Professional's agents, employees, servants and subcontractors during the performance of this
contract. Professional shall indemnify City against all liability and loss in connection with, and shall
assume full responsibility for payment of all federal, state and local taxes or contributions imposed
or required under unemployment insurance, social security and income tax law, with respect to
Professional and/or Professional's employees engaged in the performance of the services agreed to
herein.
8.Indemnification. Professional agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the City, its officers,
employees, insurers, and self-insurance pool, from and against all liability, claims, and demands, on
account of injury, loss, or damage, including without limitation claims arising from bodily injury,
personal injury, sickness, disease, death, property loss or damage, or any other loss of any kind
whatsoever, which arise out of or are in any manner connected with this contract, to the extent and
for an amount represented by the degree or percentage such injury, loss, or damage is caused in
whole or in part by, or is claimed to be caused in whole or in part by, the wrongful act, omission,
error, professional error, mistake, negligence, or other fault of the Professional, any subcontractor of
the Professional, or any officer, employee, representative, or agent of the Professional or of any
subcontractor of the Professional, or which arises out of any workmen's compensation claim of any
employee of the Professional or of any employee of any subcontractor of the Professional. The
Professional agrees to investigate, handle, respond to, and to provide defense for and defend against,
any such liability, claims or demands at the sole expense of the Professional, or at the option of the
City, agrees to pay the City or reimburse the City for the defense costs incurred by the City in
connection with, any such liability, claims, or demands. If it is determined by the final judgment of a
court of competent jurisdiction that such injury, loss, or damage was caused in whole or in part by
the act, omission, or other fault of the City, its officers, or its employees, the City shall reimburse the
Professional for the portion of the judgment attributable to such act, omission, or other fault of the
City, its officers, or employees.
9.Professional's Insurance.
(a) Professional agrees to procure and maintain, at its own expense, a policy or policies
of insurance sufficient to insure against all liability, claims, demands, and other obligations
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assumed by the Professional pursuant to Section 8 above. Such insurance shall be in addition
to any other insurance requirements imposed by this contract or by law. The Professional
shall not be relieved of any liability, claims, demands, or other obligations assumed pursuant
to Section 8 above by reason of its failure to procure or maintain insurance, or by reason of
its failure to procure or maintain insurance in sufficient amounts, duration, or types.
(b) Professional shall procure and maintain, and shall cause any subcontractor of the
Professional to procure and maintain, the minimum insurance coverages listed below. Such
coverages shall be procured and maintained with forms and insurance acceptable to the City.
All coverages shall be continuously maintained to cover all liability, claims, demands, and
other obligations assumed by the Professional pursuant to Section 8 above. In the case of any
claims-made policy, the necessary retroactive dates and extended reporting periods shall be
procured to maintain such continuous coverage.
(i) Workers’ Compensation insurance to cover obligations imposed by
applicable laws for any employee engaged in the performance of work under this
contract, and Employers' Liability insurance with minimum limits of FIVE
HUNDRED THOUSAND DOLLARS ($500,000.00) for each accident, FIVE
HUNDRED THOUSAND DOLLARS ($500,000.00) disease - policy limit, and
FIVE HUNDRED THOUSAND DOLLARS ($500,000.00) disease - each
employee. Evidence of qualified self-insured status may be substituted for the
Workers' Compensation requirements of this paragraph.
(ii) Commercial General Liability insurance with minimum combined single
limits of ONE MILLION DOLLARS ($1,000,000.00) each occurrence and ONE
MILLION DOLLARS ($1,000,000.00) aggregate. The policy shall be applicable to
all premises and operations. The policy shall include coverage for bodily injury,
broad form property damage (including completed operations), personal injury
(including coverage for contractual and employee acts), blanket contractual,
independent contractors, products, and completed operations. The policy shall
contain a severability of interests provision.
(iii) Comprehensive Automobile Liability insurance with minimum combined
single limits for bodily injury and property damage of not less than ONE MILLION
DOLLARS ($1,000,000.00) each occurrence and ONE MILLION DOLLARS
($1,000,000.00) aggregate with respect to each Professional's owned, hired and non-
owned vehicles assigned to or used in performance of the Scope of Work. The policy
shall contain a severability of interests provision. If the Professional has no owned
automobiles, the requirements of this Section shall be met by each employee of the
Professional providing services to the City under this contract.
(iv) Professional Liability insurance with the minimum limits of ONE MILLION
DOLLARS ($1,000,000) each claim and ONE MILLION DOLLARS ($1,000,000)
aggregate.
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(c) The policy or policies required above shall be endorsed to include the City and the City's
officers and employees as additional insureds. Every policy required above shall be primary
insurance, and any insurance carried by the City, its officers or employees, or carried by or
provided through any insurance pool of the City, shall be excess and not contributory
insurance to that provided by Professional. No additional insured endorsement to the policy
required above shall contain any exclusion for bodily injury or property damage arising from
completed operations. The Professional shall be solely responsible for any deductible losses
under any policy required above.
(d) The certificate of insurance provided to the City shall be completed by the Professional's
insurance agent as evidence that policies providing the required coverages, conditions, and
minimum limits are in full force and effect, and shall be reviewed and approved by the City
prior to commencement of the contract. No other form of certificate shall be used. The
certificate shall identify this contract and shall provide that the coverages afforded under the
policies shall not be canceled, terminated or materially changed until at least thirty (30) days
prior written notice has been given to the City.
(e) Failure on the part of the Professional to procure or maintain policies providing the
required coverages, conditions, and minimum limits shall constitute a material breach of
contract upon which City may immediately terminate this contract, or at its discretion City
may procure or renew any such policy or any extended reporting period thereto and may pay
any and all premiums in connection therewith, and all monies so paid by City shall be repaid
by Professional to City upon demand, or City may offset the cost of the premiums against
monies due to Professional from City.
(f) City reserves the right to request and receive a certified copy of any policy and any
endorsement thereto.
(g) The parties hereto understand and agree that City is relying on, and does not waive or
intend to waive by any provision of this contract, the monetary limitations (presently
$350,000.00 per person and $990,000 per occurrence) or any other rights, immunities, and
protections provided by the Colorado Governmental Immunity Act, Section 24-10-101 et
seq., C.R.S., as from time to time amended, or otherwise available to City, its officers, or its
employees.
10. City's Insurance. The parties hereto understand that the City is a member of the Colorado
Intergovernmental Risk Sharing Agency (CIRSA) and as such participates in the CIRSA Proper-
ty/Casualty Pool. Copies of the CIRSA policies and manual are kept at the City of Aspen Risk
Management Department and are available to Professional for inspection during normal business
hours. City makes no representations whatsoever with respect to specific coverages offered by
CIRSA. City shall provide Professional reasonable notice of any changes in its membership or
participation in CIRSA.
11. Completeness of Agreement. It is expressly agreed that this agreement contains the entire
undertaking of the parties relevant to the subject matter thereof and there are no verbal or written
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representations, agreements, warranties or promises pertaining to the project matter thereof not
expressly incorporated in this writing.
12. Notice. Any written notices as called for herein may be hand delivered or mailed by
certified mail return receipt requested to the respective persons and/or addresses listed above.
13. Non-Discrimination. No discrimination because of race, color, creed, sex, marital status,
affectional or sexual orientation, family responsibility, national origin, ancestry, handicap, or
religion shall be made in the employment of persons to perform services under this contract.
Professional agrees to meet all of the requirements of City's municipal code, Section 13-98,
pertaining to non-discrimination in employment.
14. Waiver. The waiver by the City of any term, covenant, or condition hereof shall not operate
as a waiver of any subsequent breach of the same or any other term. No term, covenant, or condition
of this Agreement can be waived except by the written consent of the City, and forbearance or
indulgence by the City in any regard whatsoever shall not constitute a waiver of any term, covenant,
or condition to be performed by Professional to which the same may apply and, until complete
performance by Professional of said term, covenant or condition, the City shall be entitled to invoke
any remedy available to it under this Agreement or by law despite any such forbearance or
indulgence.
15. Execution of Agreement by City. This Agreement shall be binding upon all parties hereto
and their respective heirs, executors, administrators, successors, and assigns. Notwithstanding
anything to the contrary contained herein, this Agreement shall not be binding upon the City unless
duly executed by the Mayor of the City of Aspen (or a duly authorized official in his absence)
following a Motion or Resolution of the Council of the City of Aspen authorizing the Mayor (or a
duly authorized official in his absence) to execute the same.
16. Illegal Aliens – CRS 8-17.5-101 & 24-76.5-101.
(a) Purpose. During the 2006 Colorado legislative session, the Legislature passed
House Bills 06-1343 (subsequently amended by HB 07-1073) and 06-1023 that added
new statutes relating to the employment of and contracting with illegal aliens. These new
laws prohibit all state agencies and political subdivisions, including the City of Aspen,
from knowingly hiring an illegal alien to perform work under a contract, or to knowingly
contract with a subcontractor who knowingly hires with an illegal alien to perform work
under the contract. The new laws also require that all contracts for services include
certain specific language as set forth in the statutes. The following terms and conditions
have been designed to comply with the requirements of this new law.
(b) Definitions. The following terms are defined in the new law and by this reference
are incorporated herein and in any contract for services entered into with the City of
Aspen.
“Basic Pilot Program” means the basic pilot employment verification program
created in Public Law 208, 104th Congress, as amended, and expanded in Public
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Law 156, 108th Congress, as amended, that is administered by the United States
Department of Homeland Security.
“Public Contract for Services” means this Agreement.
“Services” means the furnishing of labor, time, or effort by a Contractor or a
subcontractor not involving the delivery of a specific end product other than
reports that are merely incidental to the required performance.
(c) By signing this document, Professional certifies and represents that at this time:
(i) Professional shall confirm the employment eligibility of all employees who
are newly hired for employment in the United States; and
(ii) Professional has participated or attempted to participate in the Basic Pilot
Program in order to verify that new employees are not illegal aliens.
(d) Professional hereby confirms that:
(i) Professional shall not knowingly employ or contract new employees
without confirming the employment eligibility of all such employees hired for
employment in the United States under the Public Contract for Services.
(ii) Professional shall not enter into a contract with a subcontractor that fails
to confirm to the Professional that the subcontractor shall not knowingly hire new
employees without confirming their employment eligibility for employment in the
United States under the Public Contract for Services.
(iii) Professional has verified or has attempted to verify through participation
in the Federal Basic Pilot Program that Professional does not employ any new
employees who are not eligible for employment in the United States; and if
Professional has not been accepted into the Federal Basic Pilot Program prior to
entering into the Public Contract for Services, Professional shall forthwith apply
to participate in the Federal Basic Pilot Program and shall in writing verify such
application within five (5) days of the date of the Public Contract. Professional
shall continue to apply to participate in the Federal Basic Pilot Program and shall
in writing verify same every three (3) calendar months thereafter, until
Professional is accepted or the public contract for services has been completed,
whichever is earlier. The requirements of this section shall not be required or
effective if the Federal Basic Pilot Program is discontinued.
(iv) Professional shall not use the Basic Pilot Program procedures to undertake
pre-employment screening of job applicants while the Public Contract for
Services is being performed.
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(v) If Professional obtains actual knowledge that a subcontractor performing
work under the Public Contract for Services knowingly employs or contracts with
a new employee who is an illegal alien, Professional shall:
(1) Notify such subcontractor and the City of Aspen within three days
that Professional has actual knowledge that the subcontractor has newly
employed or contracted with an illegal alien; and
(2) Terminate the subcontract with the subcontractor if within three
days of receiving the notice required pursuant to this section the
subcontractor does not cease employing or contracting with the new
employee who is an illegal alien; except that Professional shall not
terminate the Public Contract for Services with the subcontractor if during
such three days the subcontractor provides information to establish that
the subcontractor has not knowingly employed or contracted with an
illegal alien.
(vi) Professional shall comply with any reasonable request by the Colorado
Department of Labor and Employment made in the course of an investigation that
the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment undertakes or is undertaking
pursuant to the authority established in Subsection 8-17.5-102 (5), C.R.S.
(vii) If Professional violates any provision of the Public Contract for Services
pertaining to the duties imposed by Subsection 8-17.5-102, C.R.S. the City of
Aspen may terminate the Public Contract for Services. If the Public Contract for
Services is so terminated, Contractor shall be liable for actual and consequential
damages to the City of Aspen arising out of Professional’s violation of Subsection
8-17.5-102, C.R.S.
(ix) If Professional operates as a sole proprietor, Professional hereby swears or
affirms under penalty of perjury that the Professional (1) is a citizen of the United
States or otherwise lawfully present in the United States pursuant to federal law,
(2) shall comply with the provisions of CRS 24-76.5-101 et seq., and (3) shall
produce one of the forms of identification required by CRS 24-76.5-103 prior to
the effective date of this Agreement.
16. Warranties Against Contingent Fees, Gratuities, Kickbacks and Conflicts of Interest.
(a) Professional warrants that no person or selling agency has been employed or
retained to solicit or secure this Contract upon an agreement or understanding for a
commission, percentage, brokerage, or contingent fee, excepting bona fide employees or
bona fide established commercial or selling agencies maintained by the Professional for
the purpose of securing business.
(b) Professional agrees not to give any employee of the City a gratuity or any offer of
employment in connection with any decision, approval, disapproval, recommendation,
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preparation of any part of a program requirement or a purchase request, influencing the
content of any specification or procurement standard, rendering advice, investigation,
auditing, or in any other advisory capacity in any proceeding or application, request for
ruling, determination, claim or controversy, or other particular matter, pertaining to this
Agreement, or to any solicitation or proposal therefore.
(c) Professional represents that no official, officer, employee or representative of the
City during the term of this Agreement has or one (1) year thereafter shall have any
interest, direct or indirect, in this Agreement or the proceeds thereof, except those that
may have been disclosed at the time City Council approved the execution of this
Agreement.
(d) In addition to other remedies it may have for breach of the prohibitions against
contingent fees, gratuities, kickbacks and conflict of interest, the City shall have the right
to:
1. Cancel this Purchase Agreement without any liability by the City;
2. Debar or suspend the offending parties from being a Professional, contractor or
subcontractor under City contracts;
3. Deduct from the contract price or consideration, or otherwise recover, the value of
anything transferred or received by the Professional; and
4. Recover such value from the offending parties.
17. Fund Availability. Financial obligations of the City payable after the current fiscal year
are contingent upon funds for that purpose being appropriated, budgeted and otherwise made
available. If this Agreement contemplates the City utilizing state or federal funds to meet its
obligations herein, this Agreement shall be contingent upon the availability of those funds for
payment pursuant to the terms of this Agreement.
18. General Terms.
(a) It is agreed that neither this Agreement nor any of its terms, provisions, conditions,
representations or covenants can be modified, changed, terminated or amended, waived,
superseded or extended except by appropriate written instrument fully executed by the
parties.
(b) If any of the provisions of this Agreement shall be held invalid, illegal or
unenforceable it shall not affect or impair the validity, legality or enforceability of any other
provision.
(c) The parties acknowledge and understand that there are no conditions or limitations to
this understanding except those as contained herein at the time of the execution hereof and
that after execution no alteration, change or modification shall be made except upon a
writing signed by the parties.
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(d) This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of Colorado as from time
to time in effect.
19. Electronic Signatures and Electronic Records This Agreement and any
amendments hereto may be executed in several counterparts, each of which shall be deemed an
original, and all of which together shall constitute one agreement binding on the Parties,
notwithstanding the possible event that all Parties may not have signed the same counterpart.
Furthermore, each Party consents to the use of electronic signatures by either Party. The Scope
of Work, and any other documents requiring a signature hereunder, may be signed electronically
in the manner agreed to by the Parties. The Parties agree not to deny the legal effect or
enforceability of the Agreement solely because it is in electronic form or because an electronic
record was used in its formation. The Parties agree not to object to the admissibility of the
Agreement in the form of an electronic record, or a paper copy of an electronic documents, or a
paper copy of a document bearing an electronic signature, on the ground that it is an electronic
record or electronic signature or that it is not in its original form or is not an original.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed, or caused to be executed by their duly
authorized officials, this Agreement in three copies each of which shall be deemed an original on the
date first written above.
CITY OF ASPEN, COLORADO: PROFESSIONAL:
________________________________ ______________________________ [Signature] [Signature]
By: _____________________________ By: _____________________________ [Name] [Name]
Title: ____________________________ Title: ____________________________
Date: ___________________ Date: ___________________
Approved as to form:
_______________________________
City Attorney’s Office
Ann T. Bowers
Principal
5/11/2017
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This goal by the Aspen City Council is testament to the City of Aspen’s
commitment to a multi-modal transportation system. To date, the
city has been successful in limiting the average annual daily traffic
(AADT) across the Castle Creek Bridge to 1993 levels. Transportation
Demand Management (TDM) strategies, mass transit, and land use
policies have been key components to the city’s success.
The last few years, the city has explored a number of innovative
solutions, like the TIA Guidelines, the Downtowner service, and WE-
cycle system. Recently, however, AADT levels have been increasing
and peak season congestion has stretched beyond rush hour –
particularly in the vicinity of the entrance to Aspen.
In response to increasing congestion and in recognition of new
technologies in transportation, Aspen is once again investing to
further reduce the dependence on the single occupant vehicle.
We understand Aspen’s desire to continuously improve upon the
success and to consider new, changed or expanded TDM strategies.
Amidst this backdrop of numerous strategies to reduce single
occupant vehicles, our team understands that it is important to
provide the following input to the City of Aspen:
• Verify and identify potentially new access to transit strategies
• Develop a cost-effective, repeatable, and reliable way to identify
access to transit issues and trigger new strategies
• Consider both traditional and innovative mobility trends
• Fully vet both existing and potential new TDM strategies
The end result of this project will be a well-documented methodology
and framework to manage and improve access to transit and to
reduce single occupant vehicle trips.
Approch & Methodology
The RFP lays out a clear and well-defined scope of work. This
section will focus on our team’s approach to some of the key
scope items and identifies a handful of areas where we feel that
we can add additional value to the project through suggestions for
enhancement. There is no additional cost for these enhancements;
they are all included within our hours estimate. Our suggestions for
enhancement are shown in italics throughout this section.
Task 1: Review Existing Conditions
In 2017, the landscape that defines transportation is changing faster than
it ever has. New transportation choices in the form of Transportation
Network Companies (TNCs) are redefining how people look a certain
types of trips. Car sharing is now firmly entrenched in many people’s
psyche. The proliferation of smartphones and constant access to social
media and other entertainment has made transit more convenient
and driving more of a burden for some. This shifting transportation
landscape has implications on how Aspen should be planning for its
future transportation system. For example, how will transit in Aspen
work alongside TNCs?
The Fehr & Peers project team is extremely familiar with transit in Aspen
and the existing Transportation Demand Management strategies. LSC
completed the 2009 City of Aspen Short-Range Transit Plan. Fehr &
Peers completed the City of Aspen TIA guidelines, MMLOS and TDM
toolkit project. Fehr & Peers and LSC recently completed the Park City
TDM plan.
This existing knowledge will help the team to quickly and efficiently
evaluate current conditions and assess future conditions and mobility
needs. This background will also allow us to focus more on alternative
solutions and completing other tasks in the scope of work.
Within this task, our team will review and summarize the following data
to be provided by the City of Aspen:
• Regional Travel Patterns Study
• The 2009 SRTP
• The 2016 bus rider survey
• The 2014 Aspen Bus Stop Plan
• Current bus replacement plans
• Current fixed route and dial-a-ride operating plans and service
quantities
• Daily ridership boardings by route over the course of the year
Exhibit A Professional Services Agreement
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The active resort lifestyle is something
we understand, and value.
• Hourly ridership by route for all seasons
• Ridership trends by season over the most recent 7 years
• Available data regarding on-time performance
• Available data regarding boarding by stop.
• Available data regarding bus loading and overcrowding
• Current agreement between the city and RFTA regarding the
operations and costing of city services
• Review RFTA non-city services regarding impacts on Aspen
conditions, including total ridership, ridership by hour by season,
and passenger characteristics.
• The most recent TDM strategies chosen and implemented by the
development community
• Any available data regarding TDM monitoring
• City of Aspen goals
Existing and potential supplemental data will assist the team in
preparing an operational cost model of existing city transit services.
In addition, we will conduct a performance analysis of each route, by
season, focusing on the following performance measures:
• Boardings per vehicle-hour of service
• Boardings per vehicle-mile of service
• Cost per passenger-trip
Deliverable: Using the transportation data identified in the RFP in
concert with relevant regional and national trends, we will document
the current transportation conditions and trends in a white paper to
inform the rest of the Project.
Task 2: Stakeholder Input
Stakeholder input is critical to the success of the project. Proactively
engaging the public and stakeholders will help them take ownership
of the strategic direction and implementation of the plan. This
includes developing goals and objectives that are both obtainable
and aspirational. The Fehr & Peers team will work with the City
of Aspen to develop a stakeholder engagement approach that
incorporates a variety of effective and innovative tools. Fehr & Peers
will be the primary lead in the stakeholder input activities, with LSC
providing assistance.
Target audiences for this project include but are not limited to:
• City Council
• Residents
• Employers
• City Staff
• Employees
• School Administration
• RFTA
• We-cycle
• Downtowner
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• Transit riders
• TNC operators
• TNC users
• Others as identified later
The project team’s aim is to create a variety of input opportunities
suited to the Aspen community and the project at hand. That
said, the following efforts would seem appropriate and worth
strong consideration to gather feedback.
Stakeholder Charrette –After working with city staff to finalize a
stakeholder list, our team can host a half-day visioning charrette
with the consultant team, city staff and other city council members
stakeholders. In our experience with community-wide plans, well-
run charrettes
have proven
effective for
obtaining
meaningful
input and
making
important
decisions
within a short
time frame. At the beginning of the charrette, we will deliver
a short presentation on the project’s background and purpose
then direct attendees to participate in a variety of exercises.
The exercises will be designed to help understand the project
vision and the issues and opportunities. Our team will prepare
all materials for the charrette including presentations and visuals.
One exercise can be an interactive polling Power Point where
attendees can vote on questions related to their experiences and
preferences for the community and see the results from the group
in real time. The charrette will help the team better understand
stakeholders’ needs.
Online Engagement – We understand that traditional public
involvement, especially those that rely on open houses, often
do not reach a broad audience and miss an opportunity to really
engage the public. Based on our experience in tourism-oriented
towns, it can be difficult to engage part-time residents and visitors
through in-person outreach. We know that for this plan’s engagement
process to be successful, we need to take the message to the public
and stakeholders vs. hosting an open house and hoping people
show. To better reach the public we’ve developed innovative on-
line web map applications that allows for users to engage based
on their individual schedules, and let them identify concerns and
opportunities that we may otherwise miss when using traditional
outreach methods. We’ve successfully used CrowdSource +, our
in-house online mapping interaction tool on a number of recent
projects include the Snowmass Connectivity Plan, the Lone Tree Walk
& Wheel plan, Bear Lake Corridor Study, Saratoga Springs Bicycle and
Pedestrian Master Plan, and the Emigration Canyon Transportation
Study. CrowdSource+ will allow users to provide feedback regarding
the issues and opportunities from their own home. In past projects,
CrowdSource+ has generated hundreds of comments that
otherwise may not have been collected through traditional outreach
means. Combined with the city’s social media platforms, this can be
a powerful tool to engage, educate, and ultimately get buy-in from
the public. Fehr & Peers also has native Spanish speakers on staff who
can help us create meeting materials and online resources for Aspen’s
Spanish-speaking populations.
City Council Meeting – Our team will be available to present a
summary of the project findings, stakeholder engagement process,
and recommendations to the Aspen City Council.
Suggestions for Enhancement:
Our team will work with city staff to develop a survey that gathers
feedback from the public. Through previous experiences with survey
development on travel behavior and facility preferences, we are able
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to craft a survey that effectively returns a high response rate and
valuable feedback that helps inform a community-wide plan. We
will use case studies of other mountain, resort and local town transit
systems in order to help participants identify a transit structure that
appeals to their needs and preferences. This survey will allow us to
determine the biggest barriers to transit, walking and biking such
as topography, weather, comfort, or awareness of transportation
options.
• Online survey – An online version of the survey will be created
through SurveyMonkey to allow for a user-friendly interface,
monitoring of participation and easily exportable results. We will
work with city staff to distribute the link to desired recipients.
• Intercept hard copy survey – A hard copy of the survey will also
be created that can be easily administered to transit riders, visi-
tors, and mailed to residents. We will work with city staff will ad-
minister the hard copy survey and log responses.
The survey will provide critical information about how Aspen transit
users travel. Our team has extensive experience in both developing
and applying these types of travel surveys. We will better be able to
answer key questions like:
• Where are people going?
• What mode are they choosing?
• Why do they make different modal choices?
• When do people make certain types of trips?
• What are the key travel markets for the different modes?
By understanding the answers to the questions above, we will have a
better insight as to the how and why people in Aspen travel the way
they do and what type of future transportation system can best ac-
Deliverable: Our team will provide all meeting materials and be re-
sponsible for distribution, collection, tabulation, analysis and report-
ing of results. We would look to the City of Aspen to assist in securing
meeting venues and providing stakeholder contact information.
Task 3: Peer, Non-Peer and Academic Research
Our team will provide primary research on National Trends and Best
Practices. Fehr & Peers’ FP Think initiative has been at the forefront
of transportation trends and technologies since it started in 2013;
providing valuable guidance to cities and agencies as it relates to
first-last mile connectivity, autonomous
vehicles, and demographic shifts in travel
patterns. We encourage you to visit our
website to see some of our latest endeavors
in mobility trends.
http://www.fehrandpeers.com/fpthink/
In addition, we are always updating our TDM+ tool with the latest
information and trends. Some of the latest trends that impact TDM
include:
• Public/private mobility partnerships (Scoot, Waze, Lyft, etc.),
• Market-Based parking (limited parking, unbundled, price
workplace, employee parking cash out)
• Dynamic Digitized Parking (real-time market variability in pricing
including peak disincentives), Electronic enforcement, space use
optimizing, wayfinding, management
• Reduce solo school trips
• Trip caps
This breadth of
knowledge and on-
going research will
provide a baseline of
information that the
team will leverage
to provide guidance on trends and best practices within the transit
industry and TDM strategies.
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To guide and target the findings for the City of Aspen, the research
will be comprised of the following steps:
1. The project team will share initial thoughts and findings on
emerging national trends relevant to topic areas such as (but not
limited to) shared mobility (e.g. TNC partnerships), autonomous
vehicles and transit vehicle technology, information technology, fare
policy/payment/collection, funding landscape, safety and quality
assurance, and customer security and comfort. This information is
best represented initially as a simple matrix.
2. The project team will interview a minimum of four peer agencies
that have implemented successful transit and TDM programs. The
peer cities will be reviewed with and approved by the city’s project
manager. The following list of agencies include those that we have
recently worked with on transit plans and/or TDM programs: Park
City, Boulder, King County, Spokane, San Francisco, and Sonoma
County. The peer agency review will focus on those that are most
relevant to the City of Aspen’s goals and will provide valuable insight
in reducing the dependence on the single occupant vehicle.
3. We will identify national best practices related to planning and
implementation of services, programs, technology, and arrangements
that are facilitating an evolution of changing mobility.
4. We’ll also identify and
evaluate non-traditional transit
service solutions, like partnering
with Transportation Networking
Companies (TNCs) as a potential
way to expand access to the
transit network.
Fehr & Peers is the only firm managing and leading a true TNC and
transit integration pilot project in the country – the Go Centennial
Project. Applying our knowledge from this project to places like
Aspen can enhance the transit system and will also provide more, and
better, choices for both the choice rider and the transit dependent
markets.
TNC First-Last Mile Access Suitability Metrics from Fehr & Peers’ GoCentennial
5. In addition to peer agencies, many transit and TDM applications
are being implemented by large employers, event venues, hospital
campuses, and college/university campuses. Our team will research
up to five such additional resources and document the key elements
of the services and strategies, the implementation techniques, and
programming elements that could apply to the City of Aspen. The list
of resources will be reviewed with and approved by the city’s project
manager. Some ideas from our recent projects include: UC Davis,
Stanford, University of Denver, Facebook Campus, University of Utah
Hospital, Apple Headquarters Campus, and Golden 1 Center.
Deliverable: The Trends and Best Practices report will include a sum-
mary of national trends plus a complete description of each best
practice/case study. The focus will be in identifying data and informa-
tion that can be applied in Aspen.
Task 4: Transit System Improvements Opportunities
Working from the results of the first three tasks, our team will develop
a draft list of service alternatives. Regarding the traditional transit
program, this may include changes in the span of service (such as
later evening service), new routes or general public demand-response
service areas, changes in existing routes and service areas, changes
in the calendar days in each service season, as well as changes in
service frequency. In addition, non-traditional mobility options will
be defined. The overall list of alternatives will be provided to City
staff for review. Through one or more conference calls, the list will be
refined to a final list for analysis.
Our analysis will help to answer some important questions:
• How will transit markets change and what service would best
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meet demand?
• How can we improve pedestrian and bicycle access to transit
and what is the effect on ridership?
• What transit service and operating standards are required for the
desired system?
• How can “alternative services” be part of the transit solution,
particularly for low density areas and paratransit?
• How many service hours will the system require and what are the
operating and capital costs?
Our team will begin by reviewing and perhaps tweaking the
performance measures to judge the performance of the system. Our
approach is to use performance measures that are easily understood
by the community and advance the transit vision defined in the
previous task. Performance measures will include both typical metrics
like productivity and riders per hour and some innovative measures
like transit accessibility that consider transfers and walk time between
origins and destinations.
Capital and operating cost implications of each transit network will
be estimated. We will use cost data from RFTA and Aspen with a fully
allocated cost model to estimate operating costs of each scenario.
Cost information may also be used as part of the evaluation with
specific performance measures such as the cost per passenger trip.
To complement the cost data, we will also develop a financial analysis
of the different scenarios. We will work with Aspen staff to understand
the current and projected transit budget and revenue streams. As part
of the analysis, we will identify potential budget risk factors, such as
unpredictable grant funding sources and federal funding sources. We
will also explore a variety of revenue options that may be necessary
to meet the transit vision.
The overall advantages/disadvantages of each alternative will be
discussed, as well as the impact on the City’s established mobility and
environmental goals.
Deliverable: Our work will be summarized in a document detailing
each alternative, the analysis procedure and results, and our findings
regarding recommended strategies. We will then participate in one to
three conference calls to review our findings and work with City staff
to define a recommended service plan. As the service plan becomes
finalized, the team will review existing transit stop amenities and
improvement plans, and tailor the bus stop improvement strategies
to further generate ridership and serve the transit passengers.
Suggestions for Enhancement:
One area we feel could add value to the project is to explore alternative
service options using our “break-even” analysis tool that identifies
when options such as Taxi scripts or TNC integration could be a cost-
effective solution for providing paratransit and transit access in low
density areas. We have successfully used this methodology for other
agencies to look at current conditions where alternative service
providers can more cost-effectively serve passengers with timely
service. Additionally, we have estimated how these services could
evolve using autonomous vehicle fleets to provide even lower-cost
and more responsive service in the future. In this way, Aspen will be
able to better plan for a shifting landscape of transportation services
and continue to provide core transit service to the community.
Task 5: Travel Demand Management Improvement Opportunities
Background – TDM strategies have been implemented
for over 30 years. Aspen has long been at the forefront of
Transportation Demand Management as has Fehr & Peers. Fehr
& Peers worked with the California Air Pollution Control Officers
Association (CAPCOA) to develop the transportation section of
the report Quantifying Greenhouse Gas Mitigation Measures.
This report is now used as a set of guidelines for quantifying the
environmental benefits of mitigation measures. The CAPCOA
guidelines were developed by conducting a comprehensive
literature review of studies documenting the effects of TDM strategies
on reducing vehicle miles traveled (VMT). Using the results of this
study Fehr & Peers developed TDM+, a quick response tool that
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demonstrates trip reductions from commonly used TDM strategies.
The tool also accounts for the interaction among different measures
in various categories to avoid double counting. We worked with the
City of Aspen in 2012 and 2013 to develop an Aspen-specific TDM
toolkit. The Aspen TDM toolkit was finalized in 2013 and incorporated
a TDM strategies and Multi-Modal strategies to reduce the impact of
new development projects.
With almost four years of implementing the updated TDM strategies,
this is a prime time to review the program and identify what is
working and where there is opportunity for improvement or new
strategies. Attachment B within the RFP identifies several TDM
strategy options. All of these options will be researched, analyzed,
and recommendations made on whether they are applicable to
Aspen and would produce successful results.
Step One – Our first step would be to review the strategies that are
currently being employed in Aspen. The review would be two-fold:
1) review the strategies most often chosen by the development
community and analyze why, and 2) review any strategies that have
not been chosen or rarely chosen by the development community
and analyze why. This review would include interviewing up to four
of the development teams that have applied the strategies to obtain
an understanding of the choices they made and their general input
on the TDM program
Step Two – The second step would be to determine new TDM
strategies that would be applicable to Aspen. Fehr & Peers is currently
developing a study of building-scale transportation management
strategies as part of the California Air Resources Board’s Zero-Carbon
Buildings Feasibility Study. Fehr & Peers is reviewing new research on
carbon emission reductions due to changes in the built environment
and implementing Transportation Demand Management (TDM).
After conducting a comprehensive inventory of transportation
strategies, Fehr & Peers will model the effectiveness of these strategies
at reducing carbon emissions over time. This new data will identify
the effectiveness of long standing TDM strategies as well as provide
preliminary findings on some of the newer land use, mobility trends,
transit service, and parking strategies. Some of the areas of emphasis
include:
• Deeply discount door-to-door transit and paratransit
• Subsidized transit service expansion
• Public/private mobility partnerships (Scoot, Waze, Lyft, etc.)
• Emphasize Market-Based parking (limited parking, unbundled,
price workplace, employee parking cash out)
• Implement Dynamic Digitized Parking (real-time market
variability in pricing including peak disincentives), Electronic
enforcement, space use optimizing, wayfinding, management
• Incorporate TNC and AV Innovations (subsidies, resident/tenant
vouchers, curb space and street cross section accommodation,
required ride-share
• Reduce solo school trips
• Trip caps
Step Three – The third step will begin an update to the current
Aspen-specific TDM toolkit.
Deliverable: A review of current TDM strategies, an analysis and
exploration of potential new strategies, and a draft update to the
TDM toolkit will be developed.
Task 6: Draft Report
The Fehr & Peers project team will provide the City Project Manager
with a draft of the plan for review. The draft document will provide
description of the current state of transit in Aspen, a clear vision for
transit along with an achievable future service network, and a clear
implementation plan. We envision a short and graphically engaging
document, supplemented by technical appendices. The plan will
include a set of near, mid, and long-term actions to provide a clear
phasing for how to achieve the transit and TDM vision. However,
actions are not enough to ensure a successful implementation—
additional details are required, which we will identify in a series of
fact sheets for each implementation phase:
• Potential funding mechanisms
• Responsible parties and interagency coordination needs
• Triggers for when certain actions specifically need to occur
• Potential challenges to implementation
Task 7: Final Report
The final Plan will clearly articulate Aspens’ transit and TDM visions
and will not only serve as a guidance document for planners and
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elected officials, but it can also highlight the City’s commitment
to sustainable transportation, which is increasingly important for
recruiting and retaining businesses and private investment.
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Chris
Breiland
Ann
Bowers
Aaron
Gooze Carly Sieff
Admin/
Graphics
Gordon
Shaw
Team
member
Team
member
Billable Rate $/Hour $230 $215 $130 $135 $100 $200 $100 $60
Study Kickoff 220 0 0 2 2 08
Review/Analysis of Existing Ridership Data 0 0 0 0 0 4 24 0 28
Review/Analysis of Onboard Surveys 0 0 0 0 0 2 12 0 14
Review of Existing Transit Documents 000 0 0 4 4 08
Review of Current RFTA Agreement and Cost Model 000 0 0 2 2 04
Performance Analysis 0 0 0 0 0 4 12 0 16
Summary Technical Memo 1 1 2 0 2 8 16 4 34
Task 1: Total Hours 3 3 2 0 2 26 72 4 112
Task 1: Total Fees $690 $645 $260 $0 $200 $5,200 $7,200 $240 $14,435
Stakeholder Charette & Prep (includes city council)4 4 16 16 4 4 4 0 52
Online Engagement 222 24 0 0 0 030
Online Survey 222 24 0 0 0 030
Intercept Survey 222 16 0 0 0 022
Phase 2: Total Hours 10 10 22 80 4 4 4 0 134
Phase 2: Total Fees $2,300 $2,150 $2,860 $10,800 $400 $800 $400 $0 $19,710
Emerging Trends 114 6 0 0 0 012
Interview Four Peer Agencies 114 6 0 4 2 018
National Best Practices ‐ service related 112 4 0 0 0 08
TNC Application 110 16 0 0 0 018
Research Additional resources 114 4 0 0 0 010
Phase 3: Total Hours 5 5 14 36 0 4 2 0 66
Phase 3: Total Fees $1,150 $1,075 $1,820 $4,860 $0 $800 $200 $0 $9,905
Prepare/Refine Alternatives List 204 4 0 4 2 016
Service Alternatives Analysis 204 4 01216 038
Performance Measures Review 204 0 0 2 0 08
Capital Improvements Analysis 204 0 0 4 8 018
Summary Technical Memo 4 0 8 8 0 8 16 4 48
Phase 4: Total Hours 12 0 24 16 0 30 42 4 128
Phase 4: Total Fees $2,760 $0 $3,120 $2,160 $0 $6,000 $4,200 $240 $18,480
Review of Current TDM strategies 044 8 0 0 0 016
Determine new TDM strategies 0 10 8 24 0 0 0 0 42
Update Aspen‐Specific TDM Toolkit 0 10 8 32 0 0 0 0 50
Phase 5: Total Hours 0 24 20 64 0 0 0 0 108
Phase 5: Total Fees $0 $5,160 $2,600 $8,640 $0 $0 $0 $0 $16,400
Draft Report 1 1 0 24 4 20 8 0 58
Review of report with City PM 110 0 0 2 0 04
Presentation of draft to City Council 220 0 0 2 0 06
Phase 6: Total Hours 4 4 0 24 4 20 8 0 64
Phase 6: Total Fees $920 $860 $0 $3,240 $400 $4,000 $800 $0 $10,220
Finalize and Deliver Final Report and Accompanying
Materials 220 16 4 4 4 032
Phase 7: Total Hours 220 16 4 4 4 032
Phase 7: Total Fees $460 $430 $0 $2,160 $400 $800 $400 $0 $4,650
$93,800
$6,000
Total: $99,800
Expenses (travel, reproductions):
Fee:
Aspen Short Range Transit Plan
Task 7: Prepare Final Report
Task 1: Review Existing Conditions
Task 6: Prepare Draft Report
Fehr & Peers
Task 2: Gather & Document Stakeholder Input
Task 3: Conduct Peer, Non‐Peer & Academic Research
Task 4: Identify Opportunities for Transit Service Improvements
Task 5: Identify Opportunities for TDM Improvements
LSC
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TRAVEL PROPOSAL
Travel Proposal
The consultant team plans to make two (2) trips to Aspen during the course of this project.
Trip #1: The purpose of the first trip will be the Stakeholder Charrette. We envision a half-day session with identified stakeholders (includ-
ing City Council members) as detailed in Task 2 in the proposal. The remainder of the day would be spent with City staff, interviewing
developers, and additional stakeholders that were not able to make the charrette. It is anticipated that this trip would take place in June.
Representatives from both Fehr & Peers and LSC would be in attendance.
Cost Estimate of Trip #1 (includes mileage, airfare, lodging, expenses): $2,500
Trip #2: The purpose of the second trip would be to present the draft plan to City Council.
We anticipate that this presentation would occur in late October. Representatives from both Fehr & Peers and LSC would be in atten-
dance.
Cost Estimate of Trip #2 (includes mileage, airfare, lodging, expense): $2,500
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Lee Ledesma, Utilities Finance and Administrative Services Manager
THRU: David Hornbacher, Director of Utilities and Environmental Health &
Sustainability
Scott Miller, Public Works Director
DATE OF MEMO: May 12, 2017
MEETING DATE: May 22, 2017
RE: Ordinance 16, Series 2017 – Public Hearing –
Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance --
REQUEST OF COUNCIL: Staff requests approval of Ordinance 16 which would adopt the
Water Efficient Landscaping Standards and apply to all City of Aspen water customers both
within, and outside, city limits. The Water Efficient Landscaping Standards outline landscaping
and exterior water use policies for property owners on new construction and significant remodel
projects and promote efficiency within the City of Aspen’s water service area.
Staff is also requesting approval of a minimum 12-month pilot program outlined within the
Water Efficient Landscaping Standards with the intent to check in with Council prior to full
implementation of these Standards.
PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION: On May 8th, Council approved First Reading of Ordinance
16, Series 2017 to adopt the Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance. Prior to First Reading, a
worksession was held on April 18, 2017 wherein the specific aspects of the Water Efficient
Landscaping Standards were reviewed and discussed.
Based on feedback obtained after the April 18th worksession presentation, the following
modifications to the Standards have been made:
· Appendix B from draft entitled “Recommended Plant List” has been removed and
replaced with GreenCo Plant List, which is more extensive and an industry standard.
· Appendix C is now the Colorado State University Extension FireWise Plant List,
providing FireWise plants that will be required in moderate and high risk zones with the
Aspen Water service area.
· Appendix D is now Wildfire Hazard Zones Maps—previously Appendix C.
· Maximum Applied Water Budget has been set at 7.5 gallons per sq. ft. per season. Note:
Compliance with the water budget will not be required during Pilot Phase and may be
modified at full implementation based on data gathered during the pilot.
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· Added reference to graywater programs being evaluated during the Pilot Phase.
· Clarified city has the right to operate irrigation master shutoff valve when the city has
declared a water shortage or when more than 50% of the account usage occurs in water
rate tier 4.
On September 28, 2015 City Council adopted the Roaring Fork Watershed Regional Water
Efficiency Plan and the City of Aspen Municipal Water Efficiency Plan. In those plans, Aspen
identified landscape regulations as an important next step for water efficiency.
The City of Aspen received a grant from the Colorado Water Conservation Board (CWCB) in
the amount of $42,515 in the spring of 2016 and Council approved the acceptance of the State
grant and the creation of a new capital project for the water efficient landscape regulation project
on July 11, 2016.
BACKGROUND: Conservation is an important component of Aspen’s Integrated Water
Supply System and effective conservation practices enable the City to manage our water supplies
more efficiently. The City of Aspen has been promoting water efficiency since the mid-1990s.
The City approved its first water conservation plan in 1996. Aspen’s water utility currently has
limited storage and the water supply is most vulnerable from the late summer into fall when
vegetation is thirsty and resulting landscape irrigation demands are still high while stream flow
from melted snow pack is diminishing. This water conservation/efficiency program is focused
on efficient outside water use, which helps mitigate this vulnerability.
As identified in both the Regional and Municipal Water Efficiency Plans, Aspen is interested in
developing water efficient landscaping standards (Landscape Ordinance) that will promote water
conservation, prevent water waste, and protect water quality. Managing outdoor landscaping
demands through land use regulations for new development is being considered throughout
Colorado and would provide the City of Aspen with an opportunity to reduce some of the impact
from future demands.
DISCUSSION:
Objectives: The water efficient landscaping standards and ordinance address landscaping
material and irrigation design and practices. Specifically: climate appropriate/water-efficient
vegetation and, where designated, use of firewise plant material; soil preparation and
amendments; water budgets; recirculating water features and efficiency measures; landscape
design plans; proper irrigation system design; correct installation of irrigation system and
plantings, water efficient irrigation controllers and shut-off devices; water efficient emission
technology; backflow prevention; master shut-off valves for irrigation systems; dedicated
landscape meters for large systems; hydrozone requirements; stormwater management;
landscape irrigation audit and approval letter; irrigation system maintenance schedule; irrigation
scheduling; irrigation management; and efficient irrigation practices. Overall, these standards
establish a structure for planning, designing, installing, maintaining and managing water efficient
landscapes in new construction and renovated/rehabilitated projects within the Aspen water
service area.
Goals:
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• Promote the values and benefits of healthy landscapes while recognizing the need to invest in
efficiency.
• Establish a structure for planning, designing, installing, maintaining and managing water-
efficient landscapes in new construction and renovation/rehabilitation projects.
• Require better designed, more efficient, effective irrigation systems, and precise delivery of
water to the landscape, reducing water needed to maintain a healthy landscape.
• Use water efficiently without waste by setting an upper limit water budget and a low use goal.
Applicability:
The standards will apply to the following projects that use City of Aspen potable water:
· Landscaping, grading, installing or disturbing hardscapes, or making additions to
structures, etc. that have a disturbance area greater than 1,000 square feet and greater than
25% of the entire site.
· All new construction with internal work only that demolishes more than 50% of the
existing structure.
Process:
While the Water Efficiency Plan is being managed by the Utilities department, the creation and
implementation of a landscaping regulation required coordination and time commitments from
Parks, Engineering, Building, Community Development, Attorneys, Council Member Ann
Mullins, Pitkin County, and Colorado Parks and Wildlife. The process took more than 10
months with over a dozen stakeholder meetings and significant input from private industry
involved in landscape design, landscape installation and landscape maintenance.
Recommended Pilot Phase:
A minimum 12-month pilot phase is recommended. During this pilot phase the standards,
including documentation, plan submittals and installation of plantings and irrigation
infrastructure are required. A “Maximum Applied Water Budget,” as calculated in the Water
Efficient Landscape Worksheet (see Appendix A of the Water Efficient Landscaping Standards),
as well as issues that may arise during a post-installation site audit, will be part of the review but
not part of compliance. Staff is currently recommending a maximum applied water budget of 7.5
gallons per square foot per irrigation season. The pilot phase will assist staff in making a final
recommendation to Council at the end of the program on a maximum applied water budget. The
pilot program will also advise staff on how processes and standards may need to be adjusted at
the end of this phase and prior to full implementation.
Benefits:
If a maximum water budget of 7.5 gallons/sq.ft./season is utilized after the end of the pilot phase,
the Landscape Ordinance is estimated to reduce irrigation water demand by 14 % as compared to
new plan submittals sampled in the past year. And, when compared to typical existing homes,
there is a potential landscape water use savings of up 60% when these properties refresh their
landscaping and irrigation systems. Using a water budget of 7.5 gallons/sq. ft./irrigation season
(14% savings) would put the City on target to achieve the 2015 Water Efficiency Plan projection
of a 50 acre feet per year of water savings by 2035.
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FINANCIAL IMPACTS: Based on discussions with Engineering and Parks the Ordinance will
trigger compliance of approximately 200 permits, with an estimate review time of 7.5 hours per
plan. The cost of the one year pilot program, starting in 2017 and ending in 2018, is $59,870.
The funding requested is for the labor costs to review the landscaping and irrigation plans, as
well as site visits. During pilot phase, Utilities will use revenue from current Development
Review fees to fund this request. If approved, the 2017 prorated cost is $38,205. The remaining
balance of the program cost of $21,665 will be include as part of the 2018 budget.
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Staff recommends adoption of Ordinance 16, Series 2017,
which adds Section 25.30 to the City of Aspen Municipal Code.
ALTERNATIVES: City Council could choose to not proceed with adoption of Ordinance 16 or
request modifications to the Water Efficient Landscaping Standards prior to adoption by
ordinance.
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS:
ATTACHMENTS:
Exhibit A – Ordinance #16, Series 2017
Exhibit B – Water Efficient Landscaping Standards
Exhibit C – March 1, 2017 Letter of Support from Colorado Water Conservation Board
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ORDINANCE NO. 16
Series 2017
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ASPEN, COLORADO,
AMENDING TITLE 25 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE CITY OF ASPEN--
UTILITIES1,2,3— TO ADD A NEW CHAPTER 25.30 ENTITLED: WATER EFFICIENT
LANDSCAPING STANDARDS.
WHEREAS, the City owns and operates a public water system; and
WHEREAS, implementation of water efficient landscaping standards will fulfill certain
recommendations identified in the City of Aspen’s Municipal Water Efficiency Plan, the Roaring
Fork Regional Efficiency Plan, and the Roaring Fork Watershed Plan; and
WHEREAS, water conservation and efficiency has been identified as an important
component of Aspen’s Integrated Water Supply System; and
WHEREAS, the Water Efficient Landscaping Standards provide policies, guidelines, and
minimum landscaping design, installation, maintenance, and management criteria to
governmental agencies, design professionals, private developers, community groups, and
homeowners for new development and significant remodels; and
WHEREAS, these standards promote efficient development and use of water within the
City of Aspen’s water service area; and,
WHEREAS, the City Council finds that this ordinance furthers and is necessary for the
promotion of the public health, safety, and welfare.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ASPEN,
COLORADO:
Section 1.
That Title 25 of the Municipal Code of the City of Aspen, Colorado, is hereby amended
by the addition of a new chapter 25.30, which chapter shall read as follows:
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CHAPTER 25.30
WATER EFFICIENT LANDSCAPING STANDARDS
Sec. 25.30.010. Purpose.
(a) Promote the values and benefits of healthy landscapes while recognizing the need
to invest water and other resources as efficiently as possible.
(b) Establish a structure for planning, designing, installing, maintaining and
managing water-efficient landscapes in new construction and renovated/rehabilitated projects.
(c) Use water efficiently without waste by setting a Maximum Applied Water Budget
as an upper limit for water use and reduce water use to the lowest practical amount.
Sec. 25.30.020. Adoption of City of City of Aspen Water Efficient Landscaping Standards
Pursuant to the powers and authority conferred by the laws of the State of Colorado and
the Charter of the City of Aspen, there is hereby adopted and incorporated herein by reference as
if fully set forth the City of Aspen Water Efficient Landscaping Standards as may be amended
from time to time by City Council Resolution. At least one (1) copy of the City of Aspen Water
Efficient Landscaping Standards shall be available for inspection at the City of Aspen Utilities
Department, the City of Aspen Parks department, and City of Aspen Community Development
Department.
Sec. 25.30.0030. Applicability.
(a) After June 22, 2017, the City of Aspen Water Efficient Landscaping standards
shall apply to the following projects that use City of Aspen potable water:
(i) Landscaping, grading, installing or disturbing hardscapes, additions to
structures, etc. that has a disturbance area greater than 1,000 square feet and
greater than 25% of the entire site.
(ii) All new construction with internal work only that demolishes greater than
50% of the existing structure.
Sec. 25.30.040. Review Authority.
Utilities Director, or designee, is authorized to make and enforce the rules and regulations
contained in the Water Efficient Landscaping Standards in order to carry out the intent of the
standards and this Chapter.
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Where no specific or applicable rules, regulations, or standards appear to be set forth in
the Water Efficient Landscaping Standards, other rules, regulations, or standards, and
recommended practices, as published by professional associations, technical organizations,
model code groups, and similar entities, may be used by the City for guidance.
Sec. 25.30.050. Review Procedure.
A. Review Process. The Utilities Director shall have the authority on behalf of the City of
Aspen to determine that all design and construction is completed to a level that is equal to
or exceeds the requirements set forth in this Chapter and the Water Efficient Landscaping
Standards.
Sec. 25.30.060. Variances.
(a) The City may grant variances to the Water Efficient Landscaping Standards when
practical difficulties or unnecessary hardships exist that cause inconsistencies with the purpose
and intent of the standards.
(b) Requests for variances from the standards, policies, or submittal requirements of
this document shall be submitted in writing with appropriate documentation and justification to
the City Utilities Director. Variance requests must, at a minimum, contain the following:
(i) Criteria under which the applicant seeks a variance;
(ii) Justification for not complying with the standards;
(iii) Proposed alternate criteria or standards to comply with the intent of the
criteria;
(iv) Supporting documentation, including necessary calculations;
(v) The proposed variance’s potential adverse impacts for adjacent
landowners; and,
(vi) An analysis of the variance request, signed by a qualified landscape
professional or qualified irrigation design professional, depending on the topic of
the request.
(c) Upon receipt of a complete application for a variance, the City Utilities Director
shall prepare a statement to recommend that the variance be approved or denied or to request a
modification of the proposed variance.
Sec. 25.30.070. Existing Compliance.
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(a) The City may grant a determination of compliance for existing projects meeting
the minimum standards.
(b) Requests for determination of compliance shall be submitted in writing with
appropriate documentation and justification to the City Utilities Director. Requests for
determination of existing compliance must, at a minimum, contain the following:
(i) Landscape and Irrigation Documentation Package; and
(ii) Irrigation audit report performed by a third party certified landscape
irrigation auditor.
(c) Upon receipt of a complete application for a determination of existing
compliance, the City Utilities Director shall prepare a statement to recommend that the
determination be approved or denied or to request a modification of the proposed determination.
Sec. 25.30.080. Appeals.
(a) Initiation. An applicant aggrieved by an order, requirement, decision, or
determination of the City Utilities Director may file an appeal with the Administrative Hearing
Officer, pursuant to the procedures set out in Chapter 26.108 of this Code except to the extent set
forth herein. The notice of appeal shall be filed with the City Utilities Director within fifteen (15)
days following the date of such order, requirement, decision, or determination. The notice of
appeal shall state in detail the action appealed, the grounds for the appeal, and the relief sought.
Failure to file such a notice of appeal within the prescribed time shall constitute a waiver of any
rights under this section to appeal any order, requirement, decision, or determination.
(b) Effect of Filing an Appeal. The filing of a notice of appeal shall stay any
proceedings in furtherance of the action appealed from unless the City Utilities Director certifies
in writing to the Administrative Hearing Officer that a stay poses an imminent peril to life or
property, in which case the appeal shall not stay further proceedings. The Administrative
Hearing Officer may review such certification and grant or deny a stay of proceedings.
(c) Timing of Appeal. The Administrative Hearing Officer shall consider the appeal
within thirty (30) days following the date of filing the notice of appeal, or as soon thereafter as is
practical under the circumstances.
(d) Action by Administrative Hearing Officer. The Administrative Hearing Officer
shall review the record of the action taken by the City Utilities Director, and provide a decision
to the Applicant in writing. The Administrative Hearing Officer may reverse or affirm wholly or
partly the order, requirement, decision or determination appealed from and shall enter such order,
as they deem appropriate under the circumstance.
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Section 2.
Any and all existing ordinances or parts of ordinances of the City of Aspen covering the same
matters as embraced in this Ordinance are hereby repealed and all ordinances or parts of
ordinances inconsistent with the provisions of this ordinance are hereby repealed; provided,
however, that such repeal shall not affect or prevent the prosecution or punishment of any person
for any act done or committed in violation of any ordinance hereby repealed prior to the taking
effect of this Ordinance.
Section 3.
If any section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase of this Ordinance is, for any reason, held to
be invalid or unconstitutional, such decision shall not affect the validity or constitutionality of
the remaining portions of this Ordinance. The City of Aspen hereby declares that it would have
adopted this Ordinance, and each section, subsection, clause or phrase thereof, irrespective of the
fact that any one or more sections, subsections, sentences, clauses and phrases thereof be
declared invalid or unconstitutional.
Section 4.
This Ordinance shall take effect thirty (30) days after passage, adoption and publication thereof
as provided by law.
Section 5.
This ordinance shall not affect any existing litigation and shall not operate as an abatement of
any action or proceeding now pending under or by virtue of the ordinance repealed or amended
as herein provided, and the same shall be conducted and concluded under such prior ordinances.
FIRST READING OF THIS ORDINANCE WAS INTRODUCED, READ, ORDERED
AND PUBLISHED as provided by law, by the City Council of the Cit y of Aspen on the 8th day
of May 2017.
Attest:
Linda Manning, City Clerk Steven Skadron, Mayor
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FINALLY, adopted, passed and approved this 22nd day of May, 2017.
Attest:
Linda Manning, City Clerk Steven Skadron, Mayor
Approved as to form:
James R. True, City Attorney
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WATER EFFICIENT
LANDSCAPING
STANDARDS
The Water Efficient Landscaping Standards provide policies, guidelines,
and minimum criteria to governmental agencies, design professionals,
private developers, community groups, and homeowners for all new
development. These standards promote efficient development and use
of water within the City of Aspen’s water service area.
FOR DISCUSSION
PURPOSES ONLY
April 28, 2017
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Contents
1. OBJECTIVE AND PURPOSE ..................................................................................................................... 2
1.1 Objective ....................................................................................................................................... 2
1.2 Purpose ......................................................................................................................................... 2
2. APPLICABILITY AND GENERAL PROVISIONS .......................................................................................... 2
2.1 Applicability ................................................................................................................................... 2
2.2 Exceptions ..................................................................................................................................... 2
2.3 Pilot Phase ..................................................................................................................................... 3
2.4 Variances and Existing Compliance ............................................................................................... 3
2.5 Appeals .......................................................................................................................................... 4
3. DEFINITIONS .......................................................................................................................................... 5
4. DOCUMENTATION ................................................................................................................................ 9
4.1 Landscape and Irrigation Documentation Package ...................................................................... 9
4.2 Compliance with the Landscape and Irrigation Documentation Package .................................. 10
5. LANDSCAPE CRITERIA .......................................................................................................................... 11
5.1 Soil Criteria .................................................................................................................................. 11
5.3 Non‐Living General Landscape Design Criteria ........................................................................... 14
5.4 Landscape Criteria ....................................................................................................................... 14
5.5 Landscape Plan ............................................................................................................................ 16
6. IRRIGATION SYSTEM CRITERIA ............................................................................................................ 17
6.1 Irrigation System Requirements ................................................................................................. 17
6.2 Hydrozone Requirements ........................................................................................................... 19
6.3 Irrigation Design Plan .................................................................................................................. 20
6.5 Landscape Irrigation Audit .......................................................................................................... 21
6.6 Approval Letter ........................................................................................................................... 21
6.7 Irrigation System Maintenance Schedule ................................................................................... 22
6.8 Irrigation Scheduling ................................................................................................................... 22
6.9 Irrigation Management ............................................................................................................... 23
APPENDIX A – WATER EFFICIENT LANDSCAPE WORKSHEET
APPENDIX B – GREENCO PLANT LIST
APPENDIX C – COLORADO STATE UNIVERSITY FIREWISE PLANT LIST
APPENDIX D – CITY OF ASPEN AND PITKIN COUNTY WILDFIRE HAZARD ASSESSMENT MAPS
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1. OBJECTIVE AND PURPOSE
1.1 Objective
The Water Efficient Landscaping Standards provide policies, guidelines, and minimum landscaping
design, installation, maintenance, and management criteria to governmental agencies, design
professionals, private developers, community groups, and homeowners for new development and
significant remodels. These standards promote efficient development and use of water within the City
of Aspen’s water service area. Implementation of these standards fulfills certain recommendations
identified in the City of Aspen’s Municipal Water Efficiency Plan (updated in 2015), the Roaring Fork
Regional Water Efficiency Plan (2015), and the Roaring Fork Watershed Plan (2012).
1.2 Purpose
1.2.1 Promote the values and benefits of healthy landscapes while recognizing the need to invest
water and other resources as efficiently as possible.
1.2.2 Establish a structure for planning, designing, installing, maintaining and managing water-
efficient landscapes in new construction and renovated/rehabilitated projects.
1.2.3 Use water efficiently without waste by setting a Maximum Applied Water Budget as an
upper limit for water use and reduce water use to the lowest practical amount.
2. APPLICABILITY AND GENERAL PROVISIONS
2.1 Applicability
30 days after adoption of Ordinance 16, Series 2017, these standards shall apply to the following
projects that use City of Aspen potable water:
2.1.1 Landscaping, grading, installing or disturbing hardscapes, additions to structures, etc. that
has a disturbance area greater than 1,000 square feet and greater than 25% of the entire
site.
2.1.2 All new construction with internal work only that demolishes greater than 50% of the
existing structure.
2.2 Exceptions
The standards do not apply to:
2.2.1 Projects that do not have water supplied or conveyed by the City of Aspen.
2.2.2 There may be special circumstances, including but not limited to the following, in which
portions of the standards shall not apply. In these circumstances, applicants shall follow the
variance process described in Section 2.4 below.
Irrigation of public parks, sports fields, golf courses, and schools.
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Landscapes where tree preservation is required under the local tree ordinance.
Landscapes including public right-of-way.
Registered local, state or federal historical sites.
Ecological restoration projects that do not require a permanent irrigation system.
Mined-land reclamation projects that do not require a permanent irrigation system.
Stormwater treatment facilities that require irrigation.
Wildfire mitigation areas planned to establish defensible space.
2.3 Pilot Phase
A 12-month pilot phase will begin 30 days after adoption of Ordinance 16, Series 2017, During the pilot
phase, all of the standards and documentation described in this document will be required but the City
will not deny a project a Certificate of Occupancy for failure to meet the Maximum Applied Water
Budget standard or based on results of the post-installation site audit report. The City encourages
efforts be made, to the extent possible, to meet the Maximum Applied Water Budget standard during
the pilot phase. Enforcement of these standards will begin a minimum of one year after adoption of
Ordinance 16, Series 2017, including inspections, audits, and certifications. During the pilot phase, the
City is also considering programs associated with utilizing graywater as it relates to the standards.
2.4 Variances and Existing Compliance
2.4.1 Variances
The City may grant variances to the Water Efficient Landscaping Standards when practical difficulties
or unnecessary hardships exist that cause inconsistencies with the purpose and intent of the
standards.
Requests for variances from the standards, policies, or submittal requirements of this document
shall be submitted in writing with appropriate documentation and justification to the City Utilities
Director. Variance requests must, at a minimum, contain the following:
Criteria under which the applicant seeks a variance;
Justification for not complying with the standards;
Proposed alternate criteria or standards to comply with the intent of the criteria;
Supporting documentation, including necessary calculations;
The proposed variance’s potential adverse impacts for adjacent landowners; and
An analysis of the variance request, signed by a qualified landscape professional or qualified
irrigation design professional, depending on the topic of the request.
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Upon receipt of a complete application for a variance, the City Utilities Director shall prepare a
statement to recommend that the variance be approved or denied or to request a modification of
the proposed variance.
2.4.2 Existing Compliance
The City may grant a determination of compliance for existing projects meeting the minimum
standards.
Requests for determination of compliance shall be submitted in writing with appropriate
documentation and justification to the City Utilities Director. Requests for determination of existing
compliance must, at a minimum, contain the following:
Landscape and Irrigation Documentation Package; and
Irrigation audit report performed by a third party certified landscape irrigation auditor.
Upon receipt of a complete application for a determination of existing compliance, the City Utilities
Director shall prepare a statement to recommend that the determination be approved or denied or
to request a modification of the proposed determination.
2.5 Appeals
2.5.1 Initiation
An applicant aggrieved by an order, requirement, decision, or determination of the City Utilities
Director may be appealed to the Administrative Hearing Officer. The notice of appeal shall be filed
with the City Utilities Director within fifteen (15) days following the date of such order, requirement,
decision, or determination. The notice of appeal shall state in detail the action appealed, the
grounds for the appeal, and the relief sought. Failure to file such a notice of appeal within the
prescribed time shall constitute a waiver of any rights under this section to appeal any order,
requirement, decision, or determination.
2.5.2 Effect of Filing an Appeal
The filing of a notice of appeal shall stay any proceedings in furtherance of the action appealed from
unless the City Utilities Director certifies in writing to the Administrative Hearing Officer that a stay
poses an imminent peril to life or property, in which case the appeal shall not stay further
proceedings. The Administrative Hearing Officer may review such certification and grant or deny a
stay of proceedings.
2.5.3 Timing of Appeal
The Administrative Hearing Officer shall consider the appeal within thirty (30) days following the
date of filing the notice of appeal, or as soon thereafter as is practical under the circumstances.
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2.5.4 Action by Administrative Hearing Officer
The Administrative Hearing Officer shall review the record of the action taken by the City Utilities
Director, and provide a decision to the Applicant in writing. The Administrative Hearing Officer may
reverse or affirm wholly or partly the order, requirement, decision or determination appealed from
and shall enter such order, as they deem appropriate under the circumstance.
3. DEFINITIONS
Application rate: the depth of water applied to a given area, usually expressed in inches per hour.
Applied water: the portion of water supplied by the irrigation system to the landscape (supplemental to
precipitation).
Approval Letter: the document showing the project has been installed and inspected per the approved
irrigation design plan.
Automatic controller: a mechanical or solid state timer, capable of operating landscape irrigation
stations and setting the schedule (days and length of time) for water application.
Backflow prevention device: a safety device used to prevent pollution or contamination of the water
supply due to the reverse flow of water from the irrigation system.
Check valve or anti-drain valve: a valve located under, or incorporated within, a sprinkler head or other
location within the irrigation system, to hold water in the system so it minimizes drainage from the
lower elevation sprinkler heads when the system is off.
Certified irrigation designer: a person certified to design irrigation systems by an accredited academic
institution, Irrigation Association’s Certified Irrigation Designer program, American Society of Irrigation
Consultant’s Professional Irrigation Consultant designation or other irrigation designer program labeled
by U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s WaterSense program.
Certified landscape irrigation auditor: a person certified to perform landscape irrigation audits by an
accredited academic institution, a professional trade organization or other program labeled by U.S.
Environmental Protection Agency’s WaterSense program.
Distribution uniformity: the measure of the uniformity of irrigation water over a defined area.
Disturbance area: disturbance is defined by the external area of the building where the ground is
disturbed which includes but is not limited to soil grading, landscaping, removing impervious area,
adding impervious area, replacing impervious area, layback areas, and stock pile areas.
Ecological restoration project: a project where the site is intentionally altered to establish a defined,
indigenous, historic ecosystem.
Emission device: a component of the system that disperses water to the landscape and includes
sprinklers, bubblers, emitters, microsprays, etc.
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Established landscape: the point at which plants in the landscape have developed roots into the soil
adjacent to the root ball. Typically, most plants are established after one or two years of growth.
Establishment period: the first year after installing the plant in the landscape or the first two years if
irrigation will be terminated after establishment. Typically, most plants are established after one or two
years of growth. Native habitat mitigation areas and trees may need three to five years for
establishment.
Evapotranspiration: the quantity of water evaporated from adjacent soil and other surfaces and
transpired by plants during a specified time. See below for “reference ET”.
Flow meter or sensor: an inline device installed at or near the supply point of the irrigation system that
produces a repeatable signal proportional to flow rate. Flow meters must be connected to an irrigation
controller, or monitor capable of receiving flow signals and operating master valves. This combination
flow meter/controller may also function as a landscape water meter or sub meter.
Flow rate: the rate at which water flows through pipes and valves (gallons per minute or cubic feet per
second).
Graywater: untreated wastewater that has not been contaminated by any toilet/urinal discharge, has
not been affected by infectious, contaminated, or unhealthy bodily wastes, and does not present a
threat from contamination by unhealthful processing, manufacturing, or operating wastes. "Graywater"
includes, but is not limited to, wastewater from bathtubs, showers, bathroom washbasins, clothes
washing machines, and laundry tubs, but does not include wastewater from kitchen sinks or
dishwashers.
Hardscapes: a landscape feature that is made of any durable material (pervious and non-pervious).
Hydrozone: a portion of the landscaped area having plants with similar water needs that are served by a
valve or set of valves with the same schedule. A hydrozone may be irrigated or non-irrigated. For
example, a naturalized area planted with native vegetation that will not need supplemental irrigation
once established is a non-irrigated hydrozone.
Infiltration rate: the rate of water entry into the soil expressed as a depth of water per unit of time
(inches per hour).
Irrigation audit: an in-depth evaluation of the performance of an irrigation system conducted by a
Certified Landscape Irrigation Auditor. An irrigation audit includes, but is not limited to: inspection,
system tune-up, system test with distribution uniformity or emission uniformity, reporting overspray or
runoff that causes overland flow, and preparation of an irrigation schedule. The audit shall be conducted
in a manner consistent with the Irrigation Association’s Landscape Irrigation Auditor Certification
program or other U.S. Environmental Protection Agency “WaterSense” labeled auditing program.
Irrigation efficiency: the measurement of the amount of water beneficially used divided by the amount
of water applied. Irrigation efficiency is derived from measurements and estimates of irrigation system
characteristics and management practices. Greater irrigation efficiency can be expected from well
designed and maintained systems.
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Irrigation Design Plan: the documents including the scaled drawing plan and any required forms showing
calculations that are reviewed, approved and for which a permit could be issued.
Irrigation survey: an evaluation of an irrigation system that is less detailed than an irrigation audit. An
irrigation survey includes, but is not limited to: inspection, system test, and written recommendations to
improve performance of the irrigation system.
Irrigation water use analysis: a review of water use data based on meter readings and billing data.
Landscaped area: the entire parcel less the building footprint, driveways, non-irrigated portions of
parking lots, hardscapes- such as decks and patios, and other non-porous areas. Water features are
included in the calculation of the landscaped area. Areas dedicated to edible plants, such as orchards or
vegetable gardens are not included.
Landscaping and/or landscape improvements: plantings of grass, shrubs, trees or similar living plants,
with minimal use of other ground surface treatment such as decorative rock, bark, or stone. These inert
materials are allowed to be used in conjunction with live material in planting beds, but do not count
toward the calculations of required landscaping and/or landscaping improvements.
Landscape water meter: an inline device installed at the irrigation supply point that measures the
volume of water into the irrigation system by using a flow totalizing device to record water use.
Lateral line: the water delivery pipeline that supplies water to the emitters or sprinklers from the valve.
Low flow irrigation or drip irrigation: the application of irrigation water at low pressure through a system
of tubing or lateral lines and emitters such as point source emitters, dripper lines, microsprays and
bubblers. Low flow irrigation systems apply small volumes of water slowly at or near the root zone of
plants.
Main line: the pressurized pipeline that delivers water from the water source to the valve or outlet.
Master shut-off valve: a lockable automatic valve installed at the irrigation supply point which controls
water flow into the irrigation system. When this valve is closed, water will not be supplied to the
irrigation system.
Maximum Applied Water Budget: the upper limit of annual applied water (supplemental irrigation
water) for the established landscaped area as specified in Appendix A. It is based upon the area’s
reference evapotranspiration and is adjusted for plant factors and irrigation efficiency, two major
influences upon the amount of water that needs to be applied to the landscape.
Microclimate: the climate of a small, specific area that may contrast with the climate of the overall
landscape area due to factors such as wind, sun exposure, plant density, or proximity to reflective
surfaces.
Mulch: any organic material such as leaves, bark, straw, compost or inorganic mineral materials such as
rocks, gravel, pebbles, or decomposed granite left loose and applied to the soil surface for the beneficial
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purposes of reducing evaporation, suppressing weeds, moderating soil temperature, and preventing soil
erosion.
New construction: for the purposes of these standards, a new building with a landscape or other new
landscape, such as a park, playground, or greenbelt.
Non-residential landscape: landscapes in commercial, institutional, industrial and public settings that
may have areas designated for recreation or public assembly. It also includes portions of common areas
of common interest developments with designated recreational areas.
Operating pressure: the pressure at which the parts of an irrigation system are designed by the
manufacturer to operate.
Overhead sprinkler irrigation systems: systems that deliver water through the air (pop-ups, rotors, etc.)
Overspray: the water that is delivered beyond the target area.
Permeable: any surface or material that allows the passage of water through the material and into the
underlying soil.
Project applicant: the individual or entity submitting a plan to request a permit, plan check, or design
review from the City. A project applicant may be the property owner or designee including the
contractor.
Rain sensor or rain sensing shut-off device: a component which automatically suspends an irrigation
event when it rains.
Reclaimed water, recycled water, or treated sewage effluent water: treated or recycled waste water of a
quality suitable for non-potable uses such as landscape irrigation and water features. This water is not
intended for human consumption.
Record drawing: a set of reproducible drawings which show changes in the work made during
construction and which are usually based on drawings marked up in the field and other data furnished
by the contractor.
Recreational area: areas of active play or recreation such as sports fields, school yards,
picnic grounds, or other areas with intense foot traffic.
Reference evapotranspiration or ET: a standard measurement of environmental parameters which
affect the water use of plants. ET is typically expressed as the depth of water in inches or the volume of
water in gallons used by an irrigated landscape area over a period of time, as represented in Appendix A,
and is based on an estimate of the evapotranspiration of a large field of four- to seven-inch tall, cool-
season grass that is well watered. Reference evapotranspiration (ETo) is used as the basis of determining
the Maximum Applied Water Budget. One inch is approximately 0.623 gallons per square foot.
Remote control valve: a device used to control the flow of water in the irrigation system.
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Residential landscape: landscapes surrounding single or multifamily homes such as duplexes.
Runoff: water which is not absorbed by the soil or landscape to which it is applied and flows from the
area. For example, runoff may result from water that is applied at too great a rate (application rate
exceeds infiltration rate), run times are set too long or a valve is stuck open, when there is a severe
slope, etc.
Smart irrigation controller: an automatic timing device with nonvolatile memory used to remotely
control valves that operate an irrigation system. Smart irrigation controllers are able to self-adjust and
schedule irrigation events using either evapotranspiration (weather-based), soil moisture data or flow
data or a combination of methods.
Soil moisture sensing device or soil moisture sensor: a device that measures the amount of water in the
soil. The device may also suspend or initiate an irrigation event.
Sprinkler head: a device that sprays water through a nozzle.
Static water pressure: the pipeline or municipal water supply pressure when water is not flowing.
Station: typically an area served by one valve; for very large properties, a station could control two or
more valves in a given “zone”.
Sub meter: a metering device to measure water applied to the landscape that is installed after the
primary utility water meter.
Turf or turfgrass: a surface layer of earth containing mowed grass with its roots. Annual bluegrass,
Kentucky bluegrass, Perennial ryegrass, fescue, and Tall fescue are cool-season grasses. Bermudagrass,
Blue Grama, and Buffalo grass are warm-season grasses.
Valve: a device used to control the flow of water in the irrigation system.
Watering window: the period in which irrigation is allowed (e.g. time of day, days of the week, amount
over a period of a week, etc.).
Zone: typically, an area served by a single control valve, sometimes referred to as a “station”. Zones are
comprised of plant materials and soil types with similar water requirements.
4. DOCUMENTATION
The following documentation is required for all projects subject to the Water Efficient Landscaping
Standards. The City of Aspen reserves the right to conduct audits as deemed necessary, at the expense
of the customer, if there is indication that the criteria have not been followed.
4.1 Landscape and Irrigation Documentation Package
The Landscape and Irrigation Documentation Package shall include the following six (6) elements:
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4.1.1 Checklist of all documents in Landscape and Irrigation Documentation Package.
4.1.2 Project information
Date
Project contacts for the project applicant, landscape and irrigation system installer, and
property owner
Project address (if available, parcel and/or lot number(s))
Total landscape area and total irrigated area (square feet)
Project type (e.g., new, rehabilitated, public, private, homeowner-installed)
Water supply type (e.g., potable, recycled, well)
For Pitkin County residents only: Recorded Site Plan and Activity Envelope.
4.1.3 Applicant signature and date with statement, “I agree to comply with the requirements of
the Water Efficient Landscaping Standards and submit a complete Landscape and Irrigation
Documentation Package”.
4.1.4 Water Efficient Landscape Worksheet
4.1.5 Landscape Design Plan with Soil Information
a. All applicable soil criteria and standards shall be noted on the landscape design plan.
b. A soil analysis report and associated information shall be provided if the project
applicant chooses to appeal the standard soil amendment criteria.
4.1.6 Irrigation Design Plan
4.2 Compliance with the Landscape and Irrigation Documentation Package
4.2.1 Prior to construction, the City of Aspen shall:
Provide the project applicant with the standards and procedures for permits, plan
checks, or design reviews.
Review the Landscape and Irrigation Documentation Package submitted by the project
applicant.
Approve or deny the Landscape and Irrigation Documentation Package.
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Issue a permit or approve the plan check/design review for the project applicant.
4.2.2 Prior to construction, the project applicant shall:
Submit a Landscape and Irrigation Documentation Package to the City of Aspen.
Receive the authorization to proceed.
4.2.3 Upon approval of the Landscape and Irrigation Documentation Package by the City of Aspen,
the project applicant shall:
Receive a permit or approval of the plan check or design review and retain record to
include the date of the permit in the Approval Letter.
Submit a copy of the approved Landscape and Irrigation Documentation Package along
with the record drawings, and any other information to the property owner or his/her
designee.
5. LANDSCAPE CRITERIA
Unless otherwise specified, the criteria within this section shall apply to all applicable projects. The City
of Aspen reserves the right to conduct inspections as deemed necessary, at the expense of the project
applicant, if there is indication that the criteria have not been followed.
5.1 Soil Criteria
5.1.1 Soil Amendment
Topsoil of irrigated grasses (including turf), shrubs, perennials, and annuals shall be a
sandy loam to a depth of at least 6 inches (6”) containing at least 5 percent (5%) organic
matter by volume.
Tree soil should have a minimum depth of 3 feet (3’). Both topsoil and subsoil layers
shall be sandy loam. The top soil shall be at least 6 inches (6”) and have 5 percent (5%)
organic matter by weight and subsoil shall have at least one to three percent (1 - 3%)
organic matter by weight.
A minimum of four (4) cubic yards of organic matter soil amendment per one‐thousand
square feet of landscaped area shall be required as necessary to meet the 5 percent
(5%) organic matter specification.
Soil amendment organic matter shall consist of either Class I and Class II compost.
Soil Evaluation and Improvement
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The following soil evaluation procedure may be utilized if the project applicant chooses
to appeal the standard soil amendment criteria and/or if the City of Aspen requires
verification of the soil amendment. The soil evaluation determines the condition of the
soil related to texture, acidity, salts, and plant nutrient availability.
i. The applicant must discuss the appeal with the City of Aspen to determine the
procedures and submittal requirements.
ii. The applicant shall submit an explanation in narrative form explaining the appeal
and attach any information including site-specific data and the following soil
analyses:
(a) A soil analysis shall be conducted by a professional soil scientist at a certified
soils laboratory.
(b) Soil sample(s) shall be taken after over-lot grading, if applicable, and prior to
landscaping.
(c) The soil sample must represent a uniform area. Differences in texture (sand, silt,
clay), color, slope, degree of erosion, drainage, past management practices,
types of plant materials designed for each area should be taken into account
when collecting the sample. The soil scientist shall determine the sample sites,
depth and frequency necessary to reflect a representative sample of the site
and to coincide with the plant material intended for the area in the design.
Recommended sampling frequency is no less than one (1) sample per five‐
thousand (5,000) square feet. Any sampling less than this frequency shall be
justified by the soil scientist.
(d) The soil analysis shall determine the organic and inorganic composition of
native/indigenous soil in landscaped areas, and shall include:
Soil texture;
Total exchange capacity;
Conductivity;
Organic matter;
Acidity; and
Content of nitrogen (NO3, Phosphorus, Potassium, Zinc, Iron, Copper,
Manganese and Lime).
iii. The soil analysis shall include specific recommendations based on the soil test
results for the type of plant material to be grown in each landscaped area. The type
and volume of soil amendment shall be determined by the soil scientist and be
consistent with the indigenous soil and the needs of the plant materials in each area
of the landscape.
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iv. Upon receipt of the information, the City of Aspen shall approve or deny the soil
amendment. If the amendment is denied, the City of Aspen shall provide
information to the project applicant regarding additional requirements.
5.1.2 Soil Preparation
Amendment shall be tilled to a minimum depth of six inches (6”).
Site shall be graded to within two‐tenths of a foot (2/10th’) of the grading plan.
Site shall be free of rocks and debris over one inch (1”) diameter in size. Rocks and
debris 0.5 inch (0.5”) to one inch (1”) shall not exceed 5 percent (5%) by volume and
gravel 0.6 inch (0.6”) to 1.25 inches (1.25”) shall not exceed 5 percent (5%) by
volume. Particles such as concrete, brick, glass, metal, wood or plastic greater than one
inch (1”) shall not be allowed. The total volume of these materials smaller than one inch
(1”) shall not exceed 5 percent (5%).
Site shall be free of dirt clods over three‐quarter inch (3/4”) diameter in size. Dryland
seed areas may contain dirt clods up to two inch (2”) diameter in size.
i. Stockpiling - Stripping and stockpiling of indigenous soil (topsoil) shall be required
during construction (except as waived by the City of Aspen). The replacement of this
soil, plus additional soil amendments, are critical to successful plant material
establishment, ongoing health, and efficient use of water through the life of the
project.
The soil shall have no herbicides, heavy metals, biological toxins or hydrocarbons that
impact plant growth or exceed the EPA’s standards for soil contaminant.
All applicable soil criteria and standards shall be noted on the landscape design plan.
Written verification of approved soil amendment type and volume is required. Projects
with inadequate soil amendment and preparation will not be approved.
5.1.3 Soil Inspection
a. Soil inspections prior to installation of plant material may be conducted by the City of
Aspen as deemed necessary and shall include a review of adherence to all criteria and
performance standards.
b. Written documentation reflecting approved volume and type of soil amendment is
required upon inspection.
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5.3 Non‐Living General Landscape Design Criteria
5.3.1 Organic Mulch
a. Shall be applied at one (1) cubic yard per eighty (80) square feet at a depth of four (4)
inches, and as appropriate to each species.
b. Shall be applied to the soil surface, not against the plant stem or high against the base
of trunks to minimize disease.
c. Organic mulch material includes bark and wood chips. Avoid mulch consisting of
construction debris such as pallets.
5.3.2 Inorganic Mulch
a. Inorganic mulch includes rock, gravel, or pebbles.
b. Rock mulch shall have a minimum depth of two inches (2”).
5.4 Landscape Criteria
5.4.1 Plant Material1
All irrigated landscaped areas must be included in the water budget calculation and the
total irrigation water need for all zones cannot exceed the Maximum Applied Water
Budget of 7.5 gallons/season/square-foot of irrigated landscape area (12
inches/season). Aside from the use of invasive and/or noxious plant species, any plant
can be utilized in the landscape plan. The GreenCO Plant List provides water use
categories that can be used for calculating the plant water need. An estimate of the
plant water need, in gallons per square foot per season, must be provided for any plants
that are not currently included in the GreenCO Plant List. See Appendix A for details
regarding the Maximum Applied Water Budget calculation and Appendix B for the
GreenCO Plant List.
Each hydrozone shall have plant materials with similar water use.
Plants shall be selected and planted appropriately based upon their adaptability to the
climatic, soils, and topographical conditions of the project site. To encourage the
efficient use of water, the following are highly recommended:
1 See also:
Pitkin County Revegetation Guide http://pitkincounty.com/documentcenter/view/2937;
Pitkin County Riparian Revegetation Guide http://www.pitkincounty.com/DocumentCenter/View/2938; and
Pitkin County Approved Seed Mixes http://pitkincounty.com/DocumentCenter/View/2936.
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i. Selection of plants from the GreenCO Plant List included in Appendix B, in keeping
with the character of the community, and particularly water-conserving plant and
turf species.
ii. Protection and preservation of native species and natural vegetation.
iii. Selection of plants based on disease and pest resistance.
iv. The use of invasive and/or noxious plant species is strongly prohibited2.
v. Selection of trees based on applicable local tree ordinance or tree shading
guidelines.
vi. Recognize the horticultural attributes of plants (i.e., mature plant size, invasive
surface roots) to minimize damage to property or infrastructure (e.g., buildings,
sidewalks, power lines).
vii. Consider the solar orientation for plant placement to maximize summer shade and
winter solar gain.
Turf is not allowed on slopes greater than twenty-five percent (25%) where the toe of
the slope is adjacent to an impermeable hardscape and where 25% means 1 foot of
vertical elevation change for every 4 feet of horizontal length (rise divided by run x 100 =
slope percent).
Avoid fire-prone plant materials and highly flammable mulches. See Appendix C for a
recommended list of plants to best prepare for wildfire3 and Appendix D for the City and
Pitkin County Wildfire Hazard Assessment Maps.
i. A landscape design plan for projects in fire-prone areas shall address fire safety and
prevention.
ii. All landscape plantings for properties located in the Moderate or High Wildfire
Hazard zone of the City must be firewise (see Appendices C and D).
iii. Properties located outside of the City limits should consult with Pitkin County.
2 See: Pitkin County Noxious List & Weed Management Plan http://pitkincounty.com/430/Noxious-Weed-
Information;
3 See: City of Aspen Firewise Plant Materials recommendations:
http://www.aspenpitkin.com/Portals/0/docs/City/wildfire/FireWise%20Information_Landscaping-
Plants%20(2).pdf
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The architectural guidelines of a common interest development, which include
community apartment projects, condominiums, planned developments, and stock
cooperatives, shall not include conditions that have the effect of prohibiting the use of
low-water use plants as a group.
5.4.2 Water Features
Recirculating water systems shall be used for water features.
Where available, recycled water is recommended as a source for decorative water
features.
The surface area of a water feature shall be included in the high water use hydrozone
area of the water budget calculation.
Pool and spa covers are highly recommended.
5.4.3 Stormwater Management
Stormwater management practices minimize runoff and increase infiltration which
recharges groundwater and improves water quality. Implementing stormwater best
management practices into the landscape and grading design plans to minimize runoff
and to increase on-site retention and infiltration are encouraged.
Project applicants shall refer to the City of Aspen for information on any applicable
stormwater ordinances and stormwater management plans.
5.5 Landscape Plan
The landscape design plan, at a minimum, shall:
5.5.1 Delineate and label each hydrozone by number, letter, or other method.
5.5.2 Identify each hydrozone as low, moderate, or high water use. Temporarily irrigated areas of
the landscape shall be included in the low water use hydrozone for the water budget
calculation.
5.5.3 Identify recreational areas.
5.5.4 Identify areas permanently and solely dedicated to edible plants.
5.5.5 Identify areas irrigated with recycled water.
5.5.6 Identify type of mulch and application depth.
5.5.7 Identify soil amendments, type, and quantity.
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5.5.8 Identify type and surface area of water features.
5.5.9 Identify hardscapes (pervious and non-pervious).
5.5.10 Identify location and installation details of any applicable stormwater best management
practices that encourage infiltration of stormwater. Stormwater best management practices
are encouraged in the landscape design plan and examples include, but are not limited to:
a. Infiltration beds, swales, and basins that allow water to collect and soak into the ground.
b. Constructed wetlands and retention ponds that retain water, handle excess flow, and
filter pollutants.
c. Pervious or porous surfaces (e.g., permeable pavers or blocks, pervious or porous
concrete, etc.) that minimize runoff.
5.5.11 Identify any applicable rain harvesting or catchment technologies (e.g., rain gardens,
cisterns, etc.).
5.5.12 Contain the following statement: “I have complied with the criteria of the Water Efficient
Landscaping Standards and applied them for the efficient use of water in the landscape
design plan”.
5.5.13 The signature of a licensed landscape architect, or licensed/certified landscape contractor.
6. IRRIGATION SYSTEM CRITERIA
This section applies to landscaped areas requiring permanent irrigation. For the efficient use of water,
an irrigation system shall be planned and designed according to the most current version of the
Landscape Irrigation Best Management Practices, by the Irrigation Association and the American Society
of Irrigation Consultants.
6.1 Irrigation System Requirements
6.1.1 Backflow prevention devices shall be required to protect the potable water supply from
contamination by the irrigation system and comply with local plumbing codes.
6.1.2 Manual shut-off valves (such as a gate valve, ball valve, or butterfly valve) shall be required,
as close as possible to the point of connection of the water supply and to isolate sections of
mainline on larger systems, to minimize water loss in case of an emergency (such as a main
line break) or routine repair.
6.1.3 Master shut-off valves (lockable) and flow sensors, integrated with the automatic irrigation
controller are required on all projects.
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a. City of Aspen staff reserve the right to operate this valve when the City has declared a
water shortage under the City’s Water Shortage Ordinance or when more than fifty
percent (50%) of the account usage occurs in water rate tier four (4).
6.1.4 Dedicated landscape water meters/sub-meters shall be installed for all non-residential
irrigated landscapes of 5,000 square feet or more.
6.1.5 Smart irrigation controllers labeled by U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s WaterSense
Program or with published reports posted on the Smart Water Application Technologies
website are recommended for residential projects and required for all non-residential
projects. If a flow meter is used, then the controller shall be able to use inputs from the flow
meter/sensor to control irrigation if flows are abnormal.
6.1.6 Sensors (e.g., rain, freeze, wind, and/or soil moisture etc.), either integral or auxiliary, that
suspend or alter irrigation operation during unfavorable weather conditions or when
sufficient soil moisture is present shall be required on all irrigation systems.
6.1.7 The irrigation system shall be designed to prevent runoff, low head drainage, overspray, or
other similar conditions where irrigation water flows onto non-targeted areas, such as
adjacent property, non-irrigated areas, hardscapes, roadways, or structures. Restrictions
regarding overspray and runoff may be modified if the landscape area is adjacent to
permeable surfacing and no runoff occurs or if the adjacent non-permeable surfaces are
designed and constructed to drain entirely to landscaping.
6.1.8 Minimum pop-up height for sprinklers in turfgrass areas shall be six inches (6”).
6.1.9 Check valves or anti-drain valves are required on all sprinkler heads.
6.1.10 The irrigation system shall be designed to ensure that the operating pressure at each
emission device is within the manufacturer’s recommended pressure range for optimal
performance.
To control excessive pressure above the required operating pressure of the irrigation
system emission devices, pressure-regulating devices such as valve pressure regulators,
sprinkler head pressure regulators, inline pressure regulators, or other devices shall be
installed to meet the required operating pressure of the emission devices.
If water pressure is below the required operating pressure of the emission devices, then
a booster pump shall be installed so that emission devices shall operate at the
manufacturer’s recommended pressure.
The pressure and flow measurements shall be identified at the design stage and verified
prior to the installation of the system.
6.1.11 All irrigation emission devices shall meet the requirements set in the American National
Standards Institute (ANSI) standard, ASABE/ICC 802-2014 “Landscape Irrigation Sprinkler
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and Emitter Standard” authored by the American Society of Agricultural and Biological
Engineers and the International Code Council and verified by an independent third-party.
6.1.12 The design of the irrigation system shall conform to the hydrozones of the landscape design
plan.
6.1.13 Sprinklers within a zone shall have matched precipitation rates, unless otherwise directed by
the manufacturer’s recommendations.
6.1.14 Sprinkler spacing shall be designed to achieve the highest possible distribution uniformity
using the manufacturer’s recommendations. Spacing must achieve head-to-head coverage.
All sprinkler heads installed in the turfgrass areas shall have a distribution uniformity of 0.65
or higher using the protocol defined in ASABE/ICC 802-2014 standard.
6.1.15 The irrigation system must be designed and installed to meet, at a minimum, any water
windows or restrictions for operation such as day of the week and hours of the day.
6.2 Hydrozone Requirements
6.2.1 Each remote control valve shall irrigate a hydrozone with similar microclimate, soil
conditions, slope, and plant materials with similar water demand.
6.2.2 Relevant soils information such as soil type and infiltration rate shall be utilized when
designing irrigation systems.
6.2.3 Narrow or irregularly shaped areas, including turfgrass areas, less than ten feet (10 ft) in
dimension in any direction shall not utilize overhead sprinkler irrigation.
6.2.4 Slopes greater than twenty-five percent (25%) shall not use sprinklers with an application
rate exceeding 0.75 inches per hour. Exception: If the irrigation designer specifies an
alternative design or technology and clearly demonstrates no runoff or erosion will occur.
Prevention of runoff and erosion shall be confirmed during the irrigation audit.
6.2.5 Sprinkler heads and other emission devices shall be selected based on what is appropriate
for the plants and soil type within that hydrozone. Individual hydrozones that mix high and
low water use plants shall not be permitted.
6.2.6 In mulched planting areas, the use of low flow irrigation is required for any vegetation that
will exceed twelve inches (12”) mature height.
6.2.7 Where feasible, trees shall be placed on separate valves from shrubs, groundcovers, and
turfgrass to facilitate the appropriate irrigation of trees. The mature size and extent of the
root zone shall be considered when designing irrigation for the tree.
6.2.8 Hydrozone areas shall be designated by number, letter, or other designation on the
landscape design plan and irrigation design plan. On the irrigation design plan, designate the
areas irrigated by each valve, and assign a number to each valve. Use this valve designation
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in the Hydrozone Information Table (see Appendix A). This table can also assist with the
irrigation audit and programming the controller.
6.2.9 Source water, such as non‐potable water should be considered.
6.3 Irrigation Design Plan
An irrigation design plan meeting the following design criteria shall be submitted for review and
approval by the City of Aspen.
6.3.1 Plan Requirements
The irrigation design plan, at a minimum, shall contain:
A scaled plan showing property lines, easements, existing or proposed structures,
impervious surfaces, and existing natural features.
Location and size of the point of connection to the water supply and meter locations
along with static water pressure at the point of connection to the water supply and
dynamic water pressure for proper system operation.
Reclaimed/recycled water or alternative water sources such as graywater shall comply
with local plumbing codes including marking of pipes and system components.
Location, type and size of all components of the irrigation system, including backflow
preventer, flow sensor, master valve, smart irrigation controllers, main and lateral lines,
manual valves, remote control valves, sprinkler heads, moisture sensing devices, rain
switches, on-site weather monitoring sensors, quick couplers, pressure regulators.
An irrigation legend showing the identification of irrigation components.
Flow rate (gallons per minute), application rate (inches per hour), and design operating
pressure (pressure per square inch) for each irrigation zone.
Installation details for each of the irrigation components.
Designer statements and signature:
i. The following statement: “I have complied with the criteria of the Water Efficient
Landscaping Standards and applied them accordingly for the efficient use of water
in the irrigation design plan.”
ii. The signature of a qualified irrigation professional such as licensed landscape
architect with irrigation credentials, certified irrigation designer, or
licensed/certified landscape contractor.
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6.5 Landscape Irrigation Audit
6.5.1 All landscape irrigation audits shall be conducted by a third party certified landscape
irrigation auditor. Irrigation audits shall not be conducted by the person or company who
installed the irrigation system.
6.5.2 The project applicant shall submit an irrigation audit report with the Approval Letter request
to the City of Aspen. The irrigation audit report shall include, but is not limited to:
inspection; system tune-up; system test with distribution uniformity; reporting overspray or
run off that causes overland flow; and preparation of an irrigation schedule, including
configuring irrigation controllers with application rate, soil types, plant factors, slope,
exposure and any other factors necessary for accurate programming.
6.5.3 The City of Aspen may administer programs that include, but not be limited to, irrigation
water use analysis, irrigation audits, and irrigation surveys for compliance with the
Maximum Applied Water Budget.
6.6 Approval Letter
6.6.1 Proper installation and management of the irrigation system shall conform to the approved
irrigation design plan.
6.6.2 The Approval Letter request shall include the following six (6) elements:
Project information sheet that contains:
i. Date.
ii. Project name.
iii. Project address and location.
iv. Project applicant name, telephone, and mailing address.
v. Property owner name, telephone, and mailing address.
Certification by the irrigation designer and the licensed landscape/irrigation contractor
that the irrigation system has been installed per the approved irrigation design plan.
Record drawings (as-builts), provided in electronic format, showing all changes from the
approved plan shall be included with the certification.
A diagram of the irrigation system showing hydrozones and the irrigation scheduling
parameters used to set the controller shall be kept with the irrigation controller for
subsequent management purposes.
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Irrigation system maintenance schedule.
Irrigation audit report.
6.6.3 The project applicant shall:
Submit the signed Approval Letter to the City of Aspen for review.
Ensure that copies of the Approval Letter are submitted to the City of Aspen and
property owner or his or her designee.
6.6.4 The City of Aspen shall:
Receive the signed Approval Letter from the project applicant.
Approve or deny the Approval Letter. If the Approval Letter is denied, the City of Aspen
shall provide information to the project applicant regarding reapplication, appeal, or
other assistance.
6.7 Irrigation System Maintenance Schedule
6.7.1 Irrigation systems shall be maintained to ensure proper operation and function for water
use efficiency. A regular maintenance schedule shall be submitted with the Approval Letter.
6.7.2 A regular maintenance schedule shall include, but not be limited to, routine inspection,
auditing, adjustment and repair of the irrigation system and its components. Operation of
the irrigation system outside the normal watering window is allowed for auditing and
system maintenance.
6.7.3 Repair of all irrigation equipment shall be done with the originally installed components. If
equipment components with greater efficiency are used in replacement, the entire zone
must be changed to maintain consistency.
6.7.4 Project applicants are encouraged to implement sustainable or environmentally-friendly
practices for overall landscape maintenance.
6.8 Irrigation Scheduling
For the efficient use of water, all irrigation schedules shall be developed, managed, and evaluated to
utilize the minimum amount of water required to maintain plant health. Irrigation schedules shall
meet the following criteria:
6.8.1 Irrigation scheduling shall be regulated by smart irrigation controllers that utilize
evapotranspiration data or soil moisture data.
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6.8.2 Overhead irrigation shall be scheduled between 6:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. unless weather
conditions prevent it or an alternate schedule is declared under the City’s Water Shortage
Ordinance4. Operation of the irrigation system outside the normal watering window is
allowed for auditing and system maintenance.
6.8.3 Parameters used to set the automatic controller shall be developed and submitted for each
of the following:
The plant establishment period.
The established landscape.
Temporarily irrigated areas.
6.8.4 Each irrigation schedule shall consider, for each station, all of the following that apply.
Irrigation interval (days between irrigation).
Irrigation run times (hours or minutes per irrigation event to avoid runoff).
Number of cycle starts required for each irrigation event to avoid runoff.
Amount of applied water scheduled to be applied on a monthly basis.
Application rate setting.
Root depth setting.
Plant type setting.
Soil type.
Slope factor setting.
Shade factor setting.
Irrigation uniformity or efficiency setting, based on audit information.
6.9 Irrigation Management
6.9.1 Irrigation management includes planning water use, monitoring water use, and verifying
that equipment is maintained and properly adjusted for optimal performance.
4 See: City Municipal Code Sec. 25.28.010.
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6.9.2 As the landscape matures, adjustments to the system should be in harmony with the
original intent of the irrigation design.
6.9.3 Scheduling of irrigation events should match the needs of the plants to maintain health,
appearance and meet the function of the landscape.
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APPENDIX A – WATER EFFICIENT LANDSCAPE WORKSHEET
This worksheet is completed by the project applicant and is a required element of the Landscape and
Irrigation Documentation Package.
SECTION A. GALLONS OF WATER NEEDED BY PLANT CATEGORY AND IRRIGATION TYPE
The specific irrigation water needs of each hydrozone in the design should be determined using the
following formula and factors:
Irrigation Water Budget = [(ETo × Plant Factor) – Re] × Irrigated Area ÷ Irrigation Efficiency × 0.623
Where:
ETo = Reference Evapotranspiration = 27.4 inches/season (May through September)
Re = Effective Precipitation = 6.8 inches/season (May through September)
Irrigated Area = hydrozone area in square feet
Water Use Plant Irrigation Default
Category Factor Method Efficiency
Cool-Season Turf 0.90 Overhead 75%
High 0.80 Drip 90%
Medium 0.65
Low 0.40
Very Low 0.25
SECTION B. HYDROZONE INFORMATION TABLE AND WATER BUDGET CALCULATION
Complete the hydrozone table for each hydrozone. Use as many rows as necessary to provide the square
footage of landscape area per hydrozone.
AVERAGE IRRIGATION WATER NEED ALL ZONES*: ________________ gal/sf/season
*The average must be less than the Maximum Applied Water Budget of 7.5 gal/sf/season.
Total area of irrigated public right-of-way: ________ sq-ft
Total area of non-irrigated landscape:________ sq-ft
Hydro-
zone
ETo
(in/season)
Plant
Water Use
Category
Plant
Factor
Re
(in/season)
Irrigation
Method
Irrigation
Efficiency
Hydrozone
Area
(sq-ft)
Irrig Water
Need
(gal/season)
TOTAL
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An example is provided below.
Example Hydrozone Information Table and Water Budget Calculation :
AVERAGE IRRIGATION WATER NEED ALL ZONES*: 7.3 gal/sf/season
Total area of irrigated public right-of-way: 0 sq-ft
Total area of non-irrigated landscape: 300 sq-ft
Hydro-
zone
ETo
(in/season)
Plant
Water Use
Category
Plant
Factor
Re
(in/season)
Irrigation
Method
Irrigation
Efficiency
Hydrozone
Area
(sq-ft)
Irrig Water
Need
(gal/season)
Zone 1 27.4 L 0.40 6.8 Drip 0.90 2000 5759
Zone 2 27.4 M 0.65 6.8 Overhead 0.75 500 4573
Zone 3 27.4 Turf 0.90 6.8 Overhead 0.75 2000 29671
Zone 4 27.4 VL 0.25 6.8 Drip 0.90 1000 35
TOTAL 5500 40038
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APPENDIX B – GREENCO PLANT LIST
The Plant Water Use Category (VL = Very Low, L = Low; M = Medium; H = High) used to calculate the
Irrigation Water Budget in Appendix A should be selected from the plant list provided in the “Green
Industry Best Management Practices (BMPs) for the Conservation and Protection of Water Resources in
Colorado: Moving Toward Sustainability” Appendix E, Third Release, May 2008. GreenCO’s Appendix E
plant list categorizes plant water needs for various regions of Colorado based on elevation, including the
East Slope (<6,500 ft), West Slope (6,500 to 8,500 ft), and Mountain Areas (>8,500 ft). Accordingly,
Aspen is located in the “West Slope” category. Relevant pages from the GreenCO Appendix E are
included below. Applicant shall provide references for the Plant Water Use Category for any plant that is
not included in this plant list.
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Plant Water Requirement Estimates (GreenCO-CSU Crop Coefficient Survey 2004)
Estimated Water Usage for Plant: VL=Very Low < 25% ETo; L=Low 25%-50% ETo; M=Medium 50%-75% ETo; H=High >75% ETo
Plant Type: A=Annual ; P=Perennial; T=Tree; V=Vine; GC=Ground Cover; S=Shrub; TU=Turf
Botanic Name Common Name Plant Type
East
Slope East Slope Votes
West
Slope
West
Slope
Votes Mountain
Mountain
Votes
All
Regions
Total
Votes
Abeliophyllum distichum Forsythia, White S M 10 M 10
Abies balsamea 'Nana'Fir, Dwarf Globe Balsam T M 17 M 3 M 2 M 22
Abies concolor Fir, White T M 43 M 10 M 12 M 65
Abies fraseri Fir, Fraser T M 16 M 4 M 4 M 24
Abies koreana 'Horstmann's Silberlocke' Fir, Silver Korean T M 7 M 3 M 3 M 13
Abies lasiocarpa Fir, Subalpine T M 19 M 7 M 9 M 35
Acer campestre Maple, Hedge T M 24 L 7 M 5 M 36
Acer ginnala Maple, Amur S T L 45 L 9 L 10 L 64
Acer glabrum Maple, Rocky Mountain S L 29 L4L8L41
Acer grandidentatum Maple, Bigtooth S T L 39 L8L6L53
Acer griseum Maple, Paperbark T M 19 M 4 M 3 M 26
Acer japonicum 'Aconitifolium'Maple, Cutleaf Fullmoon S H 8 L 2 M 1 M 11
Acer miyabei Maple, Miyabi T M 11 M 3 L 2 M 16
Acer negundo Box Elder T L 34 M 9L4L47
Acer nigrum 'Greencolumn'Maple, Greencolumn Black T M 9 M 2 M 1 M 12
Acer palmatum Maple, Japanese T M 25 H 3 H 2 H 30
Acer platanoides Maple, Norway T M 36 M 5 M 3 M 44
Acer pseudoplatanus Maple, Sycamore T M 14 M 2 M 1 M 17
Acer rubrum Maple, Red T M 35 M 5 M 3 M 43
Acer saccharinum Maple, Silver T M 40 M 6 M 3 M 49
Acer saccharum Maple, Sugar T M 28 M 4 M 3 M 35
Acer tataricum Maple, Tatarian S T L 38 L9L7L54
Acer truncatum Maple, Shantung T M 8 M 2 M 1 M 11
Acer x freemanii Maple, Freeman T M 27 M 5 M 4 M 36
Achillea 'Coronation Gold'Yarrow, Golden Yellow P L 31 L6L4L41
Achillea 'Moonshine'Yarrow, Moonshine P L 31 L7L5L43
Achillea 'Summer Pastels'Yarrow, Mixed Pastels P L 28 L6L5L39
Achillea ageratifolia Yarrow, Greek P L 25 L5L3L33
Achillea filipendulina Yarrow, Tall Yellow P L 25 L 6 VL 5 L 36
Achillea lanulosa Yarrow, Wooly White P L 21 L4L3L28
Achillea millefolium Yarrow, Common White P L 30 L7L7L44
Achillea ptarmica 'The Pearl'Yarrow, The Pearl P L 21 L4L3L28
Achillea serbica Yarrow, Serbian P L 21 L4L1L26
Achillea tomentosa Yarrow, Wooly Yellow P L 24 L5L3L32
Aconitum columbianum Monkshood, Columbian P H 11 M 1 H 1 H 13
Aconitum napellus Monkshood, Garden P M 19 H 3 H 2 H 24
Aconitum x cammarum Monkshood, Bicolor P M 11 M 11
Actinidia arguta Kiwi, Hardy P M 8 M 8
Actinidia kolomikta Kiwi, Variegated V M 10 M 10
Adiantum pedatum Fern, Western Maidenhair P H 11 H 2 H 13
Aegopodium podograria Bishop's Weed GCP M 26 M 4 M 3 M 33
Aesculus glabra Buckeye, Ohio T M 37 M 5 M 3 M 45
Aesculus hippocastanum Horsechestnut T M 33 M 3 H 2 M 38
Aesculus octandra Buckeye, Yellow T M 19 M 3 L 2 M 24
Aesculus parviflora Buckeye, Bottlebrush S M 14 M 2 H 2 M 18
Aesculus x carnea Horsechestnut, Red T M 23 M 3 M 3 M 29
Aethionema coridifolium Stonecress, Lebanon P L 9 M 3 M 1 L 13
Aethionema grandiflorum Stonecress, Persian P L 11 L 3 L 14
Agapanthus africanus Lily of the Nile A M 14 M 1 M 15
Agastache 'Blue Fortune'Hyssop, Blue Fortune Anise P L 21 L3L1L25
Agastache aurantiaca 'Coronado' Hyssop, Coronado P L 30 L3L1L34
Agastache barberi Giant Hummingbird's Mint P L 20 L3L1L24
Agastache cana Double Bubblemint P L 28 L4L1L33
Agastache foeniculum Hyssop, Anise P L 18 L2L1L21
Agastache rupestris Hyssop, Sunset P L 31 L4L2L37
Ageratum houstonianum Ageratum A M 18 L 3 M 4 M 25
Agropyron cristatum Crested Wheatgrass TU L 20 L3L2L25
Agrostis palustris Bentgrass TU H 10 H 1 H 11
Ajania pacifica Daisy, Pacific P L 6 L1L1L8
Ajuga genevensis 'Pink Beauty'Carpet Bugle, Pink Beauty GC M 19 M 3 L 2 M 24
Ajuga pyramidalis 'Metallica Crispa' Carpet Bugle, Pyramid GC M 19 M 2 M 21
Ajuga reptans Carpet Bugle, Green GC M 26 M 2 M 2 M 30
Akebia quinata Chocolate Vine V M 7 M 7
Alcea rosea Hollyhock P L 32 L4L3L39
Alchemilla alpina Lady's Mantle, Alpine P M 12 L1L1M14
Alchemilla erythropoda Lady's Mantle, Red P M 9 M 2 M 11
Alchemilla mollis Lady's Mantle P M 24 M 2 L 1 M 27
Allium cernuum Nodding Onion P L 17 L1L2L20
Allium geyeri Geyer Onion P L 10 L 1 M 1 L 12
Allium schoenoprasum Chives P L 25 M 1 M 1 L 27
Alnus glutinosa Alder, Black S T H 28 M 7 M 6 M 41
Alnus rubra Alder, Red S H 9 H 2 H 2 H 13
Alnus tenuifolia Alder, Thinleaf S T M 37 M 8 M 9 M 54
Alyssum montanum 'Mountain Gold' Basket of Gold, Mountain P L 27 L5L3L35
Alyssum sp.Alyssum A M 23 L2L4M29
Amaranthus spp.Amaranth A L 15 M 2L2L19
Amelanchier alnifolia Serviceberry, Saskatoon S L 32 L9L8L49
Amelanchier canadensis Serviceberry, Shadblow S T L 39 L9L9L57
Amelanchier laevis Serviceberry, Allegheny S T M 28 L4L4L36
Amelanchier lamarckii Serviceberry, Lamarck S T L 20 L5L5L30
Amelanchier stolonifera Serviceberry, Running S L 14 L4L5L23
Amelanchier utahensis Serviceberry, Utah S L 18 L5L5L28
Amelanchier x grandiflora Serviceberry, Apple S T M 27 L6L5L38
Amorpha canescens Leadplant S VL 31 VL 6 VL 1 VL 38
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Plant Water Requirement Estimates (GreenCO-CSU Crop Coefficient Survey 2004)
Estimated Water Usage for Plant: VL=Very Low < 25% ETo; L=Low 25%-50% ETo; M=Medium 50%-75% ETo; H=High >75% ETo
Plant Type: A=Annual ; P=Perennial; T=Tree; V=Vine; GC=Ground Cover; S=Shrub; TU=Turf
Botanic Name Common Name Plant Type
East
Slope East Slope Votes
West
Slope
West
Slope
Votes Mountain
Mountain
Votes
All
Regions
Total
Votes
Amorpha fruticosa False Indigo S L 25 L5L4L34
Amorpha nana Fragrant False Indigo S VL 20 VL 3 VL 2 VL 25
Ampelopsis brevipendunculata Porcelain Berry Vine V M 16 M 1 M 17
Amsonia jonesii Jones' Bluestar P L 12 M 2 L 14
Anacyclus pyrethrum var. depressus Daisy, Mt. Atlas P L 21 L 3 M 1 L 25
Anaphalis margaritacea Pearly Everlasting P L 12 L3L3L18
Anchusa spp. Bugloss A P M 17 L2L1M20
Andropogon gerardii Bluestem, Big P L 23 L3L1L27
Andropogon saccharoides Bluestem, Silver P L 15 L1L1L17
Anemone biarmiensis Anemone, Yellow P M 10 M 3 L 2 M 15
Anemone canadensis Anemone, Meadow P M 15 M 3 L 1 M 19
Anemone cylindrica Thimbleweed P M 10 M 3 M 1 M 14
Anemone multifida Windflower P M 15 M 3 M 3 M 21
Anemone sylvestris Anemone, Snowdrop P M 19 L 2 M 1 M 22
Anemone tomentosa 'Robustissima' Anemone, Grape-leaved P M 16 M 2 M 1 M 19
Anemone x hybrida Anemone, Hybrid P M 18 M 2 M 1 M 21
Angelonia spp. Summer Snapdragon A M 9 M 9
Antennaria dioica 'Rubra' Pussytoes, Pink P L 25 VL 3 VL 4 L 32
Antennaria parvifolia Pussytoes, Dwarf P L 24 VL 5 VL 5 VL 34
Anthemis marschalliana Daisy, Filigree P L 8 L 1 L 9
Anthemis tinctoria Daisy, Marguerite P L 18 L2L1L21
Antirrhinum majus Snapdragon A M 19 L 4 M 4 M 27
Aquilegia alpina Columbine, Alpine P M 24 M 5 L 4 M 33
Aquilegia barnebyi Columbine, Barneby's P L 15 L 4 M 2 M 21
Aquilegia caerulea Columbine, Rocky Mountain P M 36 M 8 M 8 M 52
Aquilegia canadensis Columbine, Dwarf Red P M 22 M 6 L 4 M 32
Aquilegia chrysantha Columbine, Yellow P L 32 M 7L4L43
Aquilegia cultivars Columbine P M 27 M 5 M 6 M 38
Aquilegia discolor Columbine, Spanish P M 11 M 3 M 2 M 16
Aquilegia elegantula Columbine, Dwarf Red P M 18 M 3 M 3 M 24
Aquilegia flabellata 'Kurilensis' Columbine, Compact Pink P M 15 M 4 M 2 M 21
Aquilegia formosa Columbine, Western Red P M 15 M 4 M 2 M 21
Aquilegia saximontana Columbine, Dwarf Blue P M 21 M 4 M 3 M 28
Aquilegia vulgaris Columbine, Garden P M 21 M 3 M 4 M 28
Arabis blepharophylla 'Spring Charm' Rockcress, Spring Charm P M 13 L3L2L18
Arabis caucasica 'Snowcap' Rockcress, White Alpine P L 19 L4L2L25
Arctostaphylos nevadensis Bearberry, Nevada GCP S L 26 L5L2L33
Arctostaphylos patula Manzanita, Greenleaf S L 17 L 3 VL 1 L 21
Arctostaphylos uva-ursi Kinnikinnick GCP S L 36 L8L9L53
Arenaria montana Sandwort, Mountain P L 14 L3L2L19
Argyranthemum Marguerite Daisy A M 14 M 1 M 15
Aristolochia durior Dutchman's Pipe V M 13 M 13
Armeria 'Victor Reiter' Sea Pinks, Victor Reiter P M 12 L 2 M 1 M 15
Armeria maritima Sea Pinks P M 24 M 3 M 1 M 28
Armeria pseudarmeria Sea Pinks, Wide-leaved P M 10 L 2 M 12
Arnica cordifolia Arnica, Heartleaf P M 7 L2L2M11
Aronia arbutifolia 'Brilliantissima' Chokeberry, Brilliant Red S M 24 L4L3M31
Aronia melanocarpa Chokeberry, Black S L 29 L5L3L37
Aronia x prunifolia Chokeberry, Purple S L 17 L2L2L21
Artemisia 'Powis Castle' Sage, Powis Castle P L 22 L6L3L31
Artemisia abrotanum Sage, Southernwood S L 16 VL 3 VL 3 VL 22
Artemisia absinthium Sage, Common Wormwood P VL 11 VL 2 VL 1 VL 14
Artemisia cana Sagebrush, Silver S VL 26 VL 5 VL 6 VL 37
Artemisia filifolia Sagebrush, Sand S VL 25 VL 6 VL 6 VL 37
Artemisia frigida Sage, Fringed P S VL 34 VL 8 VL 8 VL 50
Artemisia ludoviciana Sagewort, Prairie S VL 19 VL 5 VL 6 VL 30
Artemisia schmidtiana Sage, Silver Mound P L 25 VL 3 VL 2 L 30
Artemisia stellerana 'Silver Brocade' Sage, Silver Brocade P L 18 L 4 VL 2 L 24
Artemisia tridentata Sagebrush, Tall Western S VL 32 VL 9 VL 9 VL 50
Artemisia tripartita Sagebrush, Three Parted S VL 18 VL 3 VL 3 VL 24
Aruncus dioicus Goats Beard P M 13 L 1 M 14
Arundo donax Grass, Giant Reed P M 10 H 1 M 11
Asclepias incarnata Milkweed, Swamp P M 17 H 1 H 1 M 19
Asclepias speciosa Milkweed, Showy P L 14 L2L2L18
Asclepias tuberosa Gay Butterfly P L 23 L5L1L29
Aster 'Wood's Purple' Aster, Wood's Purple P M 12 M 3 M 2 M 17
Aster alpinus Aster, Alpine P L 22 L4L1L27
Aster bigelovii Aster, Plains P L 14 L 2 M 1 L 17
Aster laevis Aster, Smooth P L 11 L2L2L15
Aster novae-angliae Aster, New England P M 21 M 3 M 2 M 26
Aster novi-belgii Aster, Dwarf Fall P M 26 M 5 VL 1 M 32
Aster porteri Aster, Porter P L 11 L 1 L 12
Aster tongolensis 'Wartburg Star' Aster, Purple P M 15 L 2 M 17
Aster x frikartii 'Monch' Aster, Monch Frikart's P M 22 L 3 M 1 M 26
Astilbe chinensis False Spirea, Chinese P H 17 M 3 H 1 H 21
Astilbe x arendsii False Spirea P H 16 M 3 H 1 H 20
Astilbe x japonica False Spirea P H 15 M 3 M 1 H 19
Astilbe x simplicifolia ' False Spirea, Star P H 11 M 1 H 1 H 13
Astilbe x thunbergii False Spirea P H 10 H 2 H 1 H 13
Astrantia carniolica Masterwort, Giant P M 5 H 1 M 6
Astrantia major Masterwort P M 8 H 1 M 9
Athyrium filix-femina Fern, Lady P H 12 H 1 H 1 H 14
Athyrium nipponicum 'Pictum' Fern, Japanese Painted P H 14 H 1 M 1 H 16
Atriplex canescens Saltbush, Four Wing S VL 26 VL 7 VL 4 VL 37
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Plant Water Requirement Estimates (GreenCO-CSU Crop Coefficient Survey 2004)
Estimated Water Usage for Plant: VL=Very Low < 25% ETo; L=Low 25%-50% ETo; M=Medium 50%-75% ETo; H=High >75% ETo
Plant Type: A=Annual ; P=Perennial; T=Tree; V=Vine; GC=Ground Cover; S=Shrub; TU=Turf
Botanic Name Common Name Plant Type
East
Slope East Slope Votes
West
Slope
West
Slope
Votes Mountain
Mountain
Votes
All
Regions
Total
Votes
Atriplex confertifolia Saltbush, Spiny S VL 18 VL 3 VL 2 VL 23
Atriplex corrugata Saltbush, Mat S VL 14 VL 4 VL 2 VL 20
Atriplex garderni Saltbush, Gardner's S VL 9 VL 3 VL 2 VL 14
Aubrieta deltoidea 'Purple Gem' Rockcress, Purple P L 18 L2L1L21
Aubrieta x cultorum Rockcress, Hybrid P L 11 M 1 L 12
Aurinia saxatilis 'Gold Ball' Basket-of-Gold Alyssum P L 27 L5L3L35
Baccharis glutinosa Seep-Willow S L 5 H 1 H 1 M 7
Baccharis pilularis Coyote Brush S L 5 H 1 H 1 M 7
Bacopa spp. Water Hyssop A M 10 M 2 M 12
Baileya multiradiata Desert Marigold P VL 8 L2L1VL11
Baptisia australis False Indigo P L 21 L3L2L26
Begonia semperflorens Wax Begonia A H 17 H 2 H 19
Belamcanda chinensis Lily, Blackberry P L 14 M 1 L 15
Bellis perennis Daisy, English A P M 10 M 1 M 11
Bellium minutum Daisy, Miniature Mat P M 10 M 10
Berberis koreana Barberry, Korean S L 25 L3L2L30
Berberis thunbergii Barberry, Japanese S L 36 L4L4L44
Berberis x 'Tara' Barberry, Emerald Carousel S L 18 L3L2L23
Berberis x gladwynensis 'William Penn' Barberry, William Penn S M 14 L 2 M 3 M 19
Berberis x mentorensis Barberry, Mentor S L 26 L3L2L31
Bergenia cordifolia Bergenia, Heart-Leaved P M 21 L 2 M 23
Berlandiera lyrata Chocolate Flower P L 20 VL 3L1L24
Betula 'Crimson Frost' Birch, Crimson Frost S T H 25 H 4 M 4 H 33
Betula fontinalis /occidentalis Birch, Native River S T H 34 M 6 M 6 M 46
Betula jacquemontii Birch, Himalayan White S T H 21 M 3 M 3 H 27
Betula maximowicziana Birch, Monarch Clump T H 12 H 1 H 1 H 14
Betula nigra Birch, River T H 37 H 4 M 3 H 44
Betula papyrifera Birch, Paper T H 35 H 3 M 3 H 41
Betula pendula Birch, Weeping T H 31 H 3 M 3 H 37
Betula platyphylla Birch, White T H 22 H 2 H 2 H 26
Betula x 'Rocky Mountain Splendor' Birch, Rocky Mt Splendor T M 15 M 2 H 3 M 20
Boltonia asteroides Boltonia P M 18 L2L1M21
Bouteloua curtipendula Grass, Side Oats Grama P L 15 L6L3L24
Bouteloua gracilis Grass, Blue Grama P TU VL 25 VL 5 VL 4 VL 34
Brachycome iberidifolia Daisy, Swan River A M 11 M 2 M 13
Brassica oleracea Ornamental Cabbage or Kale A M 14 M 3 M 17
Bromus inermis Smooth Brome TU L 10 VL 1 M 3 L 14
Browallia speciosa Bush Violet A M 11 H 1 M 12
Brunnera macrophylla False Forget-Me-Not P M 20 L 2 M 1 M 23
Buchloe dactyloides Buffalograss TU VL 28 VL 4 VL 2 VL 34
Buddleja alternifolia Butterfly Bush, Alternate S L 30 L5L2L37
Buddleja davidii Butterfly Bush S M 38 L4L2M44
Buddleja x weyeriana Butterfly Bush, Yellow S M 12 L1L1L14
Buxus microphylla Boxwood, Littleleaf S M 23 M 2 M 1 M 26
Buxus sempervirens Boxwood, Common S M 23 M 3 M 2 M 28
Calamagrostis acutiflora Grass, Feather Reed P L 27 M 6 M 1 L 34
Calamagrostis brachytricha Grass, Korean Feather Reed P L 11 M 3 M 1 L 15
Calandrinia umbellata 'Ruby Tuesday' Rock Purslane P L 6 L 6
Calendula officinalis Calendula A M 19 M 1 L 2 M 22
Callicarpa japonica Beautyberry, Japanese S M 11 M 2 M 2 M 15
Callirhoe alcaeoides 'Logan Calhoun' Prairie Winecups, White P L 14 L 1 L 15
Callirhoe involucrata Prairie Winecups P L 30 VL 5L1L36
Calocedrus decurrens Cedar, Incense T M 7 L2L2M11
Calochortus gunnisonii Mariposa Lily P VL 9 VL 1L2L12
Caltha leptosepala Marsh Marigold, White P H 7 H 2 H 2 H 11
Caltha palustris Marsh Marigold, Yellow P H 8 H 2 H 1 H 11
Calycanthus floridus Carolina Allspice S H 4 H 1 H 1 H 6
Calylophus hartwegii fendleri Sundrops, Fendler's P L 18 VL 6L1L25
Calylophus serrulatus Shrubby Evening Primrose P L 4 L 4
Campanula carpatica Harebell, Carpathian P M 19 M 3 M 1 M 23
Campanula cochleariifolia Bluebells, Little P M 15 M 3 M 1 M 19
Campanula garganica Bellflower, Greek P M 14 M 3 M 1 M 18
Campanula glomerata Bellflower, Clustered P M 21 M 3 M 1 M 25
Campanula lactiflora Bellflower, Milky P M 10 L 2 M 12
Campanula medium Canterbury Bells A P M 16 M 3 H 2 M 21
Campanula persicifolia Bellflower, Peach-Leaved P M 22 M 3 M 1 M 26
Campanula portenschlagiana Bellflower, Dalmatian P M 16 L 2 M 1 M 19
Campanula poscharskyana Blue Bells, Adriatic P M 18 L 2 M 1 M 21
Campanula punctata 'Cherry Bells' Bellflower, Cherry Bells P M 11 L 1 M 12
Campanula rotundifolia Harebell, Blue Native P L 27 L5L3L35
Campsis radicans Trumpet Vine P V L 23 L 23
Campsis x tagliabuana Trumpet Vine P V L 13 L 13
Canna x generalis Canna A H 19 H 1 H 1 H 21
Caragana arborescens Peashrub, Siberian S L 33 VL 8L7L48
Caragana frutex Peashrub, Russian S L 19 VL 4L2L25
Caragana maximowicziana Peashrub, Maximowics S VL 12 L2L1VL15
Caragana microphylla Peashrub, Littleleaf S VL 12 VL 3 L 1 VL 16
Caragana pygmaea Peashrub, Pygmy S L 22 VL 6 VL 3 L 31
Carex aquatilis Sedge, Water P H 8 H 2 H 1 H 11
Carex buchananii Sedge, Leatherleaf P M 12 M 2 M 14
Carex comans Sedge, New Zealand Hair A M 4 M 4
Carex conica Sedge, Dwarf P M 4 M 1 M 5
Carex elata Sedge, Tufted P M 5 M 1 H 1 M 7
Carex flacca Sedge, Blue Green P M 5 M 5
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Plant Water Requirement Estimates (GreenCO-CSU Crop Coefficient Survey 2004)
Estimated Water Usage for Plant: VL=Very Low < 25% ETo; L=Low 25%-50% ETo; M=Medium 50%-75% ETo; H=High >75% ETo
Plant Type: A=Annual ; P=Perennial; T=Tree; V=Vine; GC=Ground Cover; S=Shrub; TU=Turf
Botanic Name Common Name Plant Type
East
Slope East Slope Votes
West
Slope
West
Slope
Votes Mountain
Mountain
Votes
All
Regions
Total
Votes
Carex flagelifera Sedge, Copperleaf P M 4 H 1 M 5
Carex glauca Sedge, Blue P M 4 M 1 M 5
Carex lanuginosa Sedge, Hairy P H 5 H 2 H 1 H 8
Carex morrowii Sedge, Japanese P M 7 H 1 M 8
Carex muskingumensis Sedge, Palm P M 4 H 1 M 5
Carex nebraskensis Sedge, Nebraska P H 5 H 1 H 1 H 7
Carex rostrata Sedge, Beaked P H 4 H 2 H 1 H 7
Carpinus betulus Hornbeam, European T M 21 M 2 M 2 M 25
Carpinus caroliniana Hornbeam, American T M 21 M 3 M 3 M 27
Carpinus japonica Hornbeam, Japanese T M 5 M 1 M 1 M 7
Caryopteris incana Spirea, Blue Mist S L 25 L 5 VL 3 L 33
Caryopteris x clandonensis Spirea, Blue Mist S L 40 L 6 VL 5 L 51
Castilleja integra Indian Paintbrush, Orange P L 20 VL 3L2L25
Castilleja linariaefolia Indian Paintbrush, Wyoming P L 12 VL 1L2L15
Castilleja miniata Indian Paintbrush, Scarlet P L 12 VL 1 M 1 L 14
Castilleja rhexifolia Indian Paintbrush, Rose P L 10 VL 1 H 2 L 13
Catalpa ovata Catalpa, Chinese T M 18 L3L3L24
Catalpa speciosa Catalpa, Western T L 44 L6L3L53
Catananche caerulea Cupid's Dart P L 14 L 1 L 15
Catharanthus roseus Periwinkle, Madagascar A L 14 L1L2L17
Ceanothus fendleri Deerbrush S L 13 VL 4L5L22
Ceanothus gloriosus Point Reyes Creeper S L 4 L2L2L8
Ceanothus velutinus Snowbrush S L 8 M 1 M 1 M 10
Cedrus deodora Cedar, Deodar T M 11 M 3L2L16
Cedrus libani atlantica Cedar, Blue Atlas T M 11 M 1 M 1 M 13
Celastrus scandens American Bittersweet S V L 20 L3L2L25
Celosia argentea plumosa Cockscomb A M 19 M 1 L 2 M 22
Celtis laevigata Sugarberry T L 8 L2L2L12
Celtis occidentalis Hackberry, Western T L 40 L7L5L52
Celtis reticulata Hackberry, Canyon S T L 22 L4L4L30
Centaurea cyanus Bachelor Button A L 25 L3L3L31
Centaurea dealbata Bachelor Button, Pink P L 15 L1L1L17
Centaurea montana Bachelor Button, Perennial P M 23 VL 1 M 1 L 25
Centranthus ruber Valerian, Red P L 29 L4L3L36
Cerastium alpinum lanatum Wooly Cerastium P L 4 L 1 L 5
Cerastium arvense Chickweed, Mouse-ear P L 9 L1L1L11
Cerastium tomentosum Snow-In-Summer P L 30 VL 4 VL 3 L 37
Ceratostigma plumbaginoides Plumbago P L 21 M 1 L 22
Cercidiphyllum japonicum Katsura Tree T M 11 H 2 H 2 M 15
Cercis canadensis Redbud, Eastern S T M 42 M 7 L 4 M 53
Cercocarpus breviflorus Mountain Mahogany, Little Flower S VL 19 VL 5 VL 4 VL 28
Cercocarpus ledifolius Mountain Mahogany, Curlleaf S T VL 40 VL 11 VL 7 VL 58
Cercocarpus montanus Mountain Mahogany, Common S T VL 38 VL 11 VL 9 VL 58
Chaenomeles japonica Quince, Japanese Flowering S M 28 L4L3L35
Chaenomeles speciosa Quince, Flowering S M 23 L3L3L29
Chaenomeles x superba Quince, Hybrid Flowering S L 15 L1L1L17
Chamaebatiaria millefolium Fernbush S VL 25 VL 4 VL 4 VL 33
Chamaecyparis obtusa Cypress, Hinoki S M 13 M 1 M 1 M 15
Chamaecyparis pisifera Cypress, Japanese False T M 10 L2L2M14
Chamaemelum nobile Chamomile P L 8 L 1 M 1 L 10
Chamerion angustifolium Fireweed P L 9 L1L3L13
Chasmanthium latifolium Sea Oats, Northern P M 16 M 1 M 17
Chilopsis linearis Desert Willow S L 12 VL 3L2L17
Chionanthus retusus Fringe Tree, Chinese S T M 11 L3L3M17
Chionanthus virginicus Fringe Tree, White S T M 19 L 3 M 3 M 25
Chitalpa tashkentensis Chitalpa S L 8 L2L2L12
Chrysanthemum x morifolium Garden Mum P M 28 M 3 M 2 M 33
Chrysothamnus nauseosus Rabbitbrush S VL 36 VL 9 VL 5 VL 50
Chrysothamnus viscidiflorus Rabbitbrush, Sticky S VL 24 VL 6 VL 2 VL 32
Cimicifuga racemosa Black Snakeroot P M 16 M 1 M 17
Cimicifuga simplex 'White Pearl'White Bottlebrush P M 10 M 1 M 11
Cladrastis lutea Yellowwood T M 19 M 3 L 3 M 25
Clematis alpina Clematis, Alpine P V M 13 M 1 M 14
Clematis columbiana Clematis, Columbian Virgin's Bow P V M 7 M 2 M 9
Clematis cultivars Clematis P V M 29 L 2 M 1 M 32
Clematis hirsutissima Clematis, Woolly P L 10 VL 1L2L13
Clematis integrifolia Clematis, Bush P M 13 L 1 M 14
Clematis ligusticifolia Clematis, Western Virgin's Bower P V L 17 VL 2L3L22
Clematis montana rubens Clematis, Pink Anemone P V M 11 M 11
Clematis paniculata Clematis, Spring P V M 16 M 1 M 1 M 18
Clematis pitcheri Clematis, Purple Leatherflower P V M 9 M 9
Clematis tangutica Clematis, Yellow Lantern P V L 16 L 1 L 17
Clematis terniflora Clematis, Sweet Autumn P V L 16 L 1 M 1 L 18
Clematis texensis Clematis, Scarlet P M 9 M 9
Clematis virginiana Clematis, Virgin's Bower P V L 8 H 1 M 9
Clematis viticella Clematis, Italian P V M 9 M 9
Cleome hassleriana Spiderflower A M 15 M 1 H 2 M 18
Cleome serrulata Rocky Mountain Beeplant A L 10 L1L3L14
Clethra alnifolia Summersweet S H 8 H 2 H 1 H 11
Coleus spp.Coleus A M 25 M 3 M 28
Colutea arborescens Bladder Pod S L 8 L 2 M 1 L 11
Convallaria majalis Lily-of-the-Valley GCP M 25 M 1 M 1 M 27
Coreopsis 'Limerock Ruby'Coreopsis, Limerock Ruby P M 14 M 14
Coreopsis auriculata Coreopsis, Eared P L 20 VL 1 L 21
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Plant Water Requirement Estimates (GreenCO-CSU Crop Coefficient Survey 2004)
Estimated Water Usage for Plant: VL=Very Low < 25% ETo; L=Low 25%-50% ETo; M=Medium 50%-75% ETo; H=High >75% ETo
Plant Type: A=Annual ; P=Perennial; T=Tree; V=Vine; GC=Ground Cover; S=Shrub; TU=Turf
Botanic Name Common Name Plant Type
East
Slope East Slope Votes
West
Slope
West
Slope
Votes Mountain
Mountain
Votes
All
Regions
Total
Votes
Coreopsis grandiflora Coreopsis, Large-flowered P L 23 L2L1L26
Coreopsis lanceolata Coreopsis, Lance-leaf P L 25 L3L2L30
Coreopsis rosea Coreopsis, Pink P M 18 L2L1M21
Coreopsis tinctoria Coreopsis, Plains A L 19 L1L2L22
Coreopsis verticillata Coreopsis, Thread Leaf P L 25 L3L1L29
Cornus alba Dogwood, Tatarian S M 21 M 2 M 2 M 25
Cornus alternifolia Dogwood, Pagoda S T M 26 M 3 M 2 M 31
Cornus anomum Dogwood, Silky S M 7 H 1 H 1 H 9
Cornus canadensis Dogwood, Bunchberry S M 11 M 2 M 3 M 16
Cornus florida Dogwood, Flowering T H 20 H 3 M 2 M 25
Cornus kousa Dogwood, Kousa S T M 23 H 4 M 3 M 30
Cornus mas Dogwood, Cornelian Cherry S T M 25 M 5 M 3 M 33
Cornus pumila Dogwood, Dwarf Red Tipped S M 12 H 1 H 1 M 14
Cornus racemosa Dogwood, Gray S T M 23 M 5 M 4 M 32
Cornus sericea (stolonifera) Dogwood, Redosier S M 23 M 3 H 4 M 30
Cornus stolonifera 'Kelseyi' Dogwood, Kelsey Dwarf S M 28 M 4 M 2 M 34
Cortaderia selloana Grass, Pampas P L 11 L 11
Corylus americana Filbert, American T M 19 M 3 M 3 M 25
Corylus avellana 'Contorta' Harry Lauder's Walkingstick S M 21 M 3 M 2 M 26
Corylus colurna Filbert, Turkish T L 20 M 3L3L26
Corylus cornuta Filbert, Beaked S M 10 M 2 M 2 M 14
Cosmos bipinnatus Cosmos A L 27 L1L2L30
Cotinus coggygria Smoke Tree S M 27 L4L2M33
Cotoneaster adpressa praecox Cotoneaster, Creeping S M 13 M 3 L 2 M 18
Cotoneaster apiculatus Cotoneaster, Cranberry S L 33 M 5L3L41
Cotoneaster congestus Cotoneaster, Pyrenees S L 8 L1L1L10
Cotoneaster dammeri Cotoneaster, Bearberry S M 24 M 3 L 2 M 29
Cotoneaster divaricatus Cotoneaster, Spreading S L 27 L5L5L37
Cotoneaster glaucophyllus Cotoneaster, Grey S L 10 L1L1L12
Cotoneaster horizontalis Cotoneaster, Rock S M 27 L2L2M31
Cotoneaster lacteus /parneyi Cotoneaster, Parney's Red S M 10 L2L2M14
Cotoneaster lucidus /acutifolius Cotoneaster, Peking S L 33 L5L4L42
Cotoneaster multiflorus Cotoneaster, Many Flowered S L 18 L2L2L22
Cotoneaster nanshan Cotoneaster, Creeping S L 9 L1L1L11
Cowania mexicana Cliffrose S VL 28 VL 5 VL 5 VL 38
Crambe cordifolia Colewort P M 11 M 11
Crataegus 'Skinner Dwarf' Hawthorn, Skinner Dwarf T L 10 L1L1L12
Crataegus ambigua Hawthorn, Russian S T L 40 L8L6L54
Crataegus arnoldiana Hawthorn, Arnold T M 12 L2L2L16
Crataegus chrysocarpa Hawthorn, Fire Berry S T L 13 L3L3L19
Crataegus crus-galli Hawthorn, Cockspur S T L 40 L7L5L52
Crataegus crus-galli 'Inermis' Hawthorn, Thornless Cockspur S T L 37 L6L5L48
Crataegus douglassii Hawthorn, Douglas S T L 23 L6L4L33
Crataegus laevigata Hawthorn, English T M 24 L3L3L30
Crataegus mollis Hawthorn, Downy S T L 28 L6L4L38
Crataegus phaenopyrum Hawthorn, Washington S T L 40 L7L4L51
Crataegus punctata Hawthorn, Thicket T L 9 L 1 L 10
Crataegus rivularis Hawthorn, River S T M 16 L3L3L22
Crataegus succulenta Hawthorn, Colorado S T L 17 L3L3L23
Crataegus x mordenensis Hawthorn, Morden T L 18 L2L2L22
Cuphea spp. Cigar Flower A M 7 M 1 M 8
Cupressocyparis leylandii Cypress, Leyland T M 6 L2L2M10
Cupressus arizonica Cypress, Arizona T L 12 L3L2L17
Cytisus purgans 'Spanish Gold' Broom, Spanish Gold S L 31 VL 3L3L37
Cytisus scoparius Broom, Scotch S L 23 L2L3L28
Cytisus x praecox Broom, Warminster S L 22 L2L1L25
Dahlia pinnata Dahlia A M 21 M 2 M 23
Dalea formosa Indigo Bush P L 7 L 7
Dalea purpurea Clover, Purple Prairie P L 14 M 1 L 15
Daphne cneorum Daphne, Rose S M 15 L 3 M 3 M 21
Daphne x burkwoodi Daphne, Burkwood S M 31 L 3 M 3 M 37
Dasylirion wheeleri Sotol Yucca S L 10 L 2 M 1 L 13
Datura sp. Angel's Trumpet A L 16 M 1 L 17
Davidia involucrata Dove Tree T M 6 M 1 M 1 M 8
Delosperma Mesa Verde Iceplant, Mesa Verde P L 21 L2L2L25
Delosperma Table Mountain Iceplant, Table Mountain P L 21 L2L2L25
Delosperma cooperi Iceplant, Purple P L 31 L4L2L37
Delosperma floribundum 'Starburst' Iceplant, Starburst P L 24 L3L2L29
Delosperma nubigenum Iceplant, Yellow Hardy P L 27 L4L2L33
Delphinium grandiflorum Larkspur, Chinese P M 21 M 4 L 4 M 29
Delphinium nelsonii Larkspur, Nelson P L 8 M 1 M 1 L 10
Delphinium species Larkspur, P M 18 M 4 M 5 M 27
Delphinium x Pacific Giant Larkspur, Mixed P M 23 M 3 M 4 M 30
Dendranthema weyrichii 'Pink Bomb' Daisy, Pink Bomb P M 8 M 1 M 1 M 10
Dendranthema x rubellum 'Clara Curtis' Daisy, Rose Pink P M 13 M 1 M 1 M 15
Deschampsia cespitosa Grass, Tufted Hair P M 15 M 2 H 2 M 19
Deutzia gracilis Deutzia, Slender S M 10 M 2 M 2 M 14
Dianthus anatolicus Pinks, Anatolian P L 9 L1L2L12
Dianthus barbatus Sweet William P M 24 L 2 M 3 M 29
Dianthus caryophyllus Carnation, Hardy P M 18 L1L2M21
Dianthus cultivars Pinks A P M 24 L2L3M29
Dianthus deltoides Pinks, Maiden P M 20 L2L2M24
Dianthus graniticus Pinks, Granite P M 13 L 2 M 3 M 18
Dianthus gratianopolitanus Pinks, Pincushion P M 17 L2L2M21
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Plant Water Requirement Estimates (GreenCO-CSU Crop Coefficient Survey 2004)
Estimated Water Usage for Plant: VL=Very Low < 25% ETo; L=Low 25%-50% ETo; M=Medium 50%-75% ETo; H=High >75% ETo
Plant Type: A=Annual ; P=Perennial; T=Tree; V=Vine; GC=Ground Cover; S=Shrub; TU=Turf
Botanic Name Common Name Plant Type
East
Slope East Slope Votes
West
Slope
West
Slope
Votes Mountain
Mountain
Votes
All
Regions
Total
Votes
Dianthus plumarius (lumnitzer)Pinks, Cottage P M 13 L1L2M16
Dianthus x chinensis Border Pink A M 17 L 2 M 19
Diascia barberae Twinspur A M 15 L 1 L 16
Diascia integerrima 'Coral Canyon' Twinspur, Coral Canyon A P L 26 L2L2L30
Dicentra eximia Bleeding Heart, Fringed P M 22 H 2 H 2 M 26
Dicentra formosa Bleeding Heart, Fringed P M 21 M 3 M 4 M 28
Dicentra spectabilis Bleeding Heart, Old Fashioned P M 24 M 3 M 4 M 31
Dictamnus albus Gas Plant P M 6 M 6
Diervilla lonicera Honeysuckle, Bush S L 20 L4L2L26
Digitalis 'Mertonensis'Foxglove, Perennial Pink P M 19 M 1 M 1 M 21
Digitalis grandiflora Foxglove, Perennial Yellow P M 19 L 3 M 2 M 24
Digitalis purpurea Foxglove, Common P M 23 M 1 M 2 M 26
Digitalis thapsi Foxglove, Spanish P M 23 M 1 M 1 M 25
Dodecatheon pulchellum Shooting Star P M 14 M 1 M 15
Doronicium grandiflorum Leopard's Bane P M 9 L1L1M11
Draba hispanica Draba, Spanish P L 9 L 9
Dracocephalum botryoides Dragonhead, Evergreen P L 5 L 5
Dryopteris dilatata Fern, Broad Buckler P H 8 H 8
Dryopteris erythrosora Fern, Autumn P M 10 M 1 M 11
Dryopteris filix-mas Fern, Leatherwood Male P M 14 M 1 M 15
Dryopteris marginalis Fern, Leatherwood P H 10 H 10
Duchesnea indica Strawberry, Mock P L 18 L1L2L21
Dyssodia tenuiloba Daisy, Dahlberg A L 6 L 6
Echinacea angustifolia Coneflower, Narrow Leaf Purple P L 22 L1L1L24
Echinacea purpurea Coneflower, Purple P L 35 L 4 M 2 L 41
Echinops ritro Globe Thistle P L 21 L2L1L24
Elaeagnus commutata Silverberry S L 19 L2L3L24
Eleagnus umbellata Autumn Olive S T L 22 VL 5L4L31
Ephedra torreyana Joint Fir, Torrey S VL 16 VL 4 VL 4 VL 24
Ephedra viridis Mormon Tea S VL 22 VL 4 VL 4 VL 30
Epilobium fleischeri Willowherb, Alpine P M 11 L2L2M15
Epimedium x cantabrigiense Bishop's Hat P M 9 M 9
Equisetum hyemale Rush, Scouring P H 8 H 1 H 9
Eragrostis trichodes Grass, Sand Love P L 6 L 1 L 7
Erica carnea (herbacea)Heath, Winter P M 5 M 5
Erigeron compositus Daisy, Cut-Leaf P L 17 VL 1 VL 3 L 21
Erigeron divergens Daisy, Spreading P L 9 VL 1L1L11
Erigeron flagelleris Daisy, Whiplash P L 13 VL 2L2L17
Erigeron speciosus Fleabane, Showy P L 14 L1L2L17
Erigeron subtrinervis Fleabane, Three-nerved P L 9 L 1 L 10
Erigeron vetensis Daisy, Early Bluetop P L 5 L 1 L 6
Eriogonum jamesii Sulphur Flower, Creamy P L 13 L3L4L20
Eriogonum umbellatum Sulphur Flower P VL 25 L 4 VL 6 VL 35
Erodium reichardii Heron's Bill P M 8 L 1 M 9
Eryngium alpinum 'Superbum'Sea Holly P L 10 L1L1L12
Eryngium amethystinum Sea Holly, Amethyst P L 8 L1L1L10
Eryngium planum 'Blaukappe'Sea Holly, Blue Cap P L 11 L1L1L13
Eryngium variifolium Sea Holly, Moroccan P L 10 L1L1L12
Eryngium yuccifolium Button-Snakeroot P L 11 L1L1L13
Erysimum asperum Wallflower P L 14 M 1L2L17
Erysimum kotschyanum Wallflower, Alpine P M 9 M 1 M 2 M 12
Eschscholzia californica Poppy, California P L 28 VL 3L4L35
Euonymus alatus Burning Bush S M 33 M 5 M 3 M 41
Euonymus europaeus Spindle Tree S T M 28 M 5 M 3 M 36
Euonymus fortunei 'Coloratus'Wintercreeper, Purpleleaf GCP L 21 L 2 M 1 L 24
Euonymus fortuneii Euonymus S M 30 M 4 M 3 M 37
Euonymus kewensis Eyonymus, Kew GC M 13 M 1 M 14
Euonymus kiautschovica 'Manhattan' Euonymus, Manhattan S M 28 M 4 M 2 M 34
Eupatorium purpureum Joe-Pye Weed P M 5 M 5
Euphorbia amygdaloides Spurge, Wood P L 13 VL 1L1L15
Euphorbia polychroma Spurge, Cushion P L 22 L 1 L 23
Eurotia lanata Winterfat S VL 14 VL 5 VL 3 VL 22
Fagus sylvatica Beech, European T M 27 H 3 M 3 M 33
Fallopia japonica compacta Fleeceflower, Dwarf P L 12 VL 1 VL 1 L 14
Fallugia paradoxa Apache Plume S VL 43 VL 6 VL 6 VL 55
Fendlera rupicola Mockorange, False S VL 15 VL 3 VL 3 VL 21
Festuca arundinacea Tall Fescue TU M 17 M 3 M 3 M 23
Festuca glauca Fescue, Blue P L 25 L3L2L30
Festuca idahoensis Fescue, Idaho P L 7 M 1 L 8
Festuca ovina Fescue, Sheep P TU L 18 M 3 M 3 L 24
Festuca ovina duriuscula Hard Fescue TU M 8 H 1 H 1 M 10
Festuca rubra Fescue, Red TU M 12 M 2 H 1 M 15
Festuca rubra commutata Fescue, Chewings P TU L 9 H 1 H 1 M 11
Filipendula rubra Meadowsweet P M 13 M 13
Filipendula ulmaria Meadow Sweet P M 10 M 10
Forestiera neomexicana Privet, New Mexico S L 30 VL 5 VL 5 L 40
Forsythia cultivars Forsythia S M 32 M 4 M 3 M 39
Forsythia viridissima 'Broxensis'Forsythia, Dwarf S M 20 M 3 L 2 M 25
Forsythia x intermedia Forysthia S M 26 M 3 M 2 M 31
Fothergilla gardenii Fothergilla, Dwarf S M 12 L2L2M16
Fothergilla major Fothergilla, Large S M 10 VL 1 L 2 M 13
Fragaria americana Strawberry, Wild GCP L 21 L2L2L25
Fragaria cultivars Strawberry GCP M 22 M 1 M 1 M 24
Fragaria vesca Strawberry, Runnerless GCP M 13 M 1 M 14
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Estimated Water Usage for Plant: VL=Very Low < 25% ETo; L=Low 25%-50% ETo; M=Medium 50%-75% ETo; H=High >75% ETo
Plant Type: A=Annual ; P=Perennial; T=Tree; V=Vine; GC=Ground Cover; S=Shrub; TU=Turf
Botanic Name Common Name Plant Type
East
Slope East Slope Votes
West
Slope
West
Slope
Votes Mountain
Mountain
Votes
All
Regions
Total
Votes
Fragaria virginiana glauca Strawberry, Scarlet P L 6 M 1 M 7
Frasera speciosa Gentian, Green P M 4 H 1 M 5
Fraxinus americana Ash, White T M 36 M 4 M 3 M 43
Fraxinus angustifolia 'Raywood' Ash, Raywood T M 8 M 2 M 1 M 11
Fraxinus anomala Ash, Single-Leaf S T L 18 L4L2L24
Fraxinus excelsior Ash, European T M 16 M 2 M 1 M 19
Fraxinus latifolia Ash, Oregon T M 6 M 1 M 1 M 8
Fraxinus mandshurica 'Mancana' Ash, Mancana Manchurian T M 20 M 2 M 2 M 24
Fraxinus nigra Ash, Black T M 20 M 3 M 3 M 26
Fraxinus pennsylvanica Ash, Green T M 43 M 5 M 4 M 52
Fraxinus quadrangulata Ash, Blue T M 12 M 2 M 2 M 16
Fraxinus velutina Ash, Arizona T M 10 M 3 L 2 M 15
Gaillardia aristata Blanket Flower, Native P L 31 VL 3L2L36
Gaillardia x grandiflora Blanket Flower P L 25 VL 1L2L28
Galium boreale Northern Bedstraw P L 8 L 8
Galium odoratum Sweet Woodruff P M 30 L 2 VL 1 M 33
Gaura lindheimeri Whirling Butterflies P L 28 L 2 L 30
Gazania krebsiana Tanager Gazania, Orange Hardy A P L 19 L 1 L 20
Gazania linearis 'Colorado Gold' Gazania, Colorado Gold Hardy P L 21 L 1 L 22
Gazania rigens Treasure Flower A L 12 L 1 L 13
Genista pilosa 'Vancouver Gold' Broom, Vancouver Gold S L 11 L1L1L13
Genista tinctoria 'RoyalGold' Woadwaxen, Royal Gold S L 11 L2L1L14
Gentiana affinis Gentian, Northern Pleated P M 11 H 1 M 12
Gentiana cachemirica Gentian, Himalayan P M 6 M 6
Gentiana calycosa Gentian, Explorer's P M 5 L1L6
Gentiana septemfida lagodechiana Gentian, Crested P M 8 H 1 M 9
Geranium caespitosum Cranesbill, Purple Wild P L 15 M 1 L 16
Geranium cinereum 'Ballerina' Cranesbill, Ballerina Grayleaf P M 20 M 1 M 21
Geranium cultivars Cranesbill P M 23 M 1 M 1 M 25
Geranium dalmaticum Cranesbill, Compact Rose P M 13 M 1 M 14
Geranium endressii 'Wargrave Pink' Cranesbill, Pink P M 15 M 1 M 1 M 17
Geranium himalayense Cranesbill, Lilac P M 17 M 1 M 18
Geranium macrorrhizum Cranesbill, Adriatic P L 14 VL 1L2L17
Geranium maculatum Geranium, Wild P L 16 M 1 M 17
Geranium magniflorum La Veta Lace Geranium, La Veta Lace P M 11 M 11
Geranium platypetalum Cranesbill, Broad-petaled P M 10 M 1 M 11
Geranium psilostemon Cranesbill, Armenian P M 9 M 1 M 10
Geranium sanguineum Cranesbill, Bloody P M 23 L 3 M 1 M 27
Geranium viscosissimum Geranium, Sticky P L 13 L 1 M 1 L 15
Geranium x cantabrigiense Cranesbill, Cambridge GCP L 16 M 1 M 1 M 18
Geranium x magnificum Cranesbill, Showy P M 13 M 1 M 1 M 15
Geranium x oxonianum 'Claridge Druce' Cranesbill, Lilac Pink P M 18 L 2 M 20
Geum chiloense Avens, Chilean P M 17 M 1 L 1 M 19
Geum coccineum 'Borisii' Avens, Orange P M 15 L 1 M 16
Geum triflorum Avens, Prairie Smoke P L 19 M 2L1L22
Ginkgo biloba Maidenhair Tree T M 24 M 3 M 1 M 28
Glechoma hederacea Ivy, Ground GCP M 11 L 1 M 12
Gleditsia triacanthos inermis Honeylocust, Thornless T L 42 L6L3L51
Globularia cordifolia Daisy, Dwarf Globe GCP L 12 L 1 L 13
Gomphrene globosa Globe Amaranth A L 15 L 2 L 17
Grindelia squarrosa Gumweed, Curly-cupped P L 7 VL 1 L 8
Gutierrezia sarothrae Snakeweed P VL 12 VL 2 L 1 VL 15
Gymnocarpium dryopteris Fern, Oak P L 1 L 1
Gymnocladus dioica Kentucky Coffeetree T L 38 L5L3L46
Gypsophila paniculata Baby's Breath P L 33 M 1 VL 1 L 35
Gypsophila repens Baby's Breath, Creeping P L 24 M 1 L 2 M 27
Hakonechloa macra Grass, Japanese Forest P H 6 H 6
Hamamelis vernalis Witchhazel, Vernal S T M 16 M 3 M 3 M 22
Hamamelis virginiana Witchhazel, Common S T M 18 M 4 M 4 M 26
Haplopappus glutinosus Golden Star P L 8 VL 1 L 9
Hebe albicans Hebe P M 3 M 3
Hedera helix Ivy, English V M 25 L 2 M 1 M 28
Helenium autumnale Sneezeweed P M 17 M 1 L 1 M 19
Helianthemum Sunrose P L 25 M 1L1L27
Helianthus maximiliana Sunflower, Maximilian P L 27 L 2 VL 1 L 30
Helianthus pumilus Sunflower, Dwarf P L 7 L 7
Helichrysum bracteatum Strawflower A L 11 L 1 L 12
Helichrysum sibthorpii Everlasting P L 5 L 5
Helictotrichon sempervirens Grass, Blue Avena P L 28 L 3 M 1 L 32
Heliopsis helianthoides False Sunflower P M 19 L 1 M 20
Heliotropium arborscens Heliotrope A M 13 M 2 M 1 M 16
Helleborus argutifolius Hellebore P M 14 M 14
Helleborus orientalis Lenten Rose P M 4 M 1 M 5
Hemerocallis Daylily P L 36 L 3 M 3 L 42
Hesperaloe parviflora Yucca, Red S VL 18 VL 3 VL 2 VL 23
Heterotheca horrida Aster, Golden P L 8 L 8
Heterotheca villosa Aster, Hairy Golden P L 12 VL 1 L 13
Heuchera americana Coral Bells, American P M 21 M 1 M 22
Heuchera cultivars Coral Bells P M 27 L 2 M 1 M 30
Heuchera micrantha Coral Bells, Smallflowered P M 19 M 1 M 20
Heuchera sanguinea Coral Bells P M 24 M 1 M 1 M 26
Heuchera x brizoides Coral Bells, Hybrid P M 11 M 11
Heucherella alba Heucherella, White P M 12 M 1 M 13
Hibiscus moscheutos Rose Mallow P M 21 M 21
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Estimated Water Usage for Plant: VL=Very Low < 25% ETo; L=Low 25%-50% ETo; M=Medium 50%-75% ETo; H=High >75% ETo
Plant Type: A=Annual ; P=Perennial; T=Tree; V=Vine; GC=Ground Cover; S=Shrub; TU=Turf
Botanic Name Common Name Plant Type
East
Slope East Slope Votes
West
Slope
West
Slope
Votes Mountain
Mountain
Votes
All
Regions
Total
Votes
Hibiscus syriacus Althea S M 29 M 5 M 2 M 36
Hieracium lanatum Hawkweed, Felted P L 8 L 1 L 9
Hierochloe odorata Grass, Indian Sweet P L 5 L 5
Hippophae rhamnoides Sea Buckthorn S T L 28 VL 6 VL 5 L 39
Holodiscus discolor Ocean-Spray S L 15 VL 2 VL 2 L 19
Holodiscus dumosus Rock Spirea S L 23 VL 5 VL 5 L 33
Hosta cultivars Hosta P M 31 L 2 M 1 M 34
Hosta sieboldiana Hosta, Sieboldiana P M 24 M 1 M 1 M 26
Hosta x fortunei Hosta, Fortunei P M 20 M 1 M 21
Hosta x tardiana 'Halcyon' Hosta, Halcyon P M 15 M 15
Hosta x undulata Hosta, Wavy P M 20 M 1 M 2 M 23
Houttuynia cordata 'Chameleon' Chameleon Plant P M 10 M 10
Humulus lupulus neomexicanus Hop Vine, Native P V L 16 L1L2L19
Hydrangea anomala Hydrangea, Climbing S M 14 L2L2M18
Hydrangea anomala petiolaris Hydrangea, Climbing V M 11 M 11
Hydrangea arborescens 'Annabelle' Hydrangea, Annabelle Smooth S M 25 M 3 M 2 M 30
Hydrangea macrophylla Hydrangea, Bigleaf S M 13 M 2 M 2 M 17
Hydrangea paniculata Hydrangea, Panicle S M 19 L2L2M23
Hydrangea quercifolia Hydrangea, Oakleaf S M 13 L2L2M17
Hymenoxys acaulis Daisy, Angelita P L 5 L1L6
Hypericum 'Hidcote' St. John's Wort, Hidcote P S M 27 L4L2M33
Hypericum calycinum St. John's Wort, Mounding GCP M 13 M 1 M 14
Hypericum kalmianum St. John's Wort, Kalm S L 16 M 3 L 2 M 21
Hypericum patulum St. John's Wort, Goldencup P M 12 M 1 M 13
Hypericum reptans St. John's Wort, Creeping GCP L 14 M 1 L 15
Hyssopus officinalis Hyssop P L 6 L 6
Iberis gibraltarica Candytuft, Lilac GCP L 13 M 1 L 14
Iberis sempervirens Candytuft, Evergreen GCP L 26 M 1 M 1 L 28
Ilex glabra 'Compacta' Holly, Compact Inkberry S M 10 M 2 M 2 M 14
Ilex x meserveae Holly, Blue S M 19 M 3 M 2 M 24
Ilex x verticillata 'Winter Red' Holly, Winter Red S H 7 M 2 M 2 M 11
Impatiens wallerana Impatiens A H 23 H 1 M 2 H 26
Imperata cylindrica 'Red Baron' Grass, Japanese Blood P M 17 M 17
Incarvillea delavayi Gloxinia, Hardy P M 11 M 11
Ipomea batatas Sweet Potato Vine A M 17 L 1 M 18
Ipomopsis aggregata Gilia, Scarlet P L 17 L2L2L21
Ipomopsis candida Fairy Trumpet, White P L 7 L1L8
Iris ensata (kaempheri) Iris, Japanese P M 19 M 1 M 1 M 21
Iris missouriensis Iris, Western Blue Flag P M 21 L2L2L25
Iris orientalis Iris, Yellow Butterfly P L 8 L 8
Iris pallida 'Variegata' Iris, Variegated Sweet P L 21 M 1 L 22
Iris pseudacorus Iris, Yellow Flag P M 17 H 1 M 18
Iris setosa artica Iris, Dwarf Blue Flag P M 14 M 1 M 15
Iris siberica Iris, Siberian P M 27 L1L2M30
Iris x germanica Iris, Bearded P L 33 L1L3L37
Iris x pumila Iris, Dwarf Bearded P L 19 M 1 M 1 L 21
Itea virginica Sweetspire S M 7 M 2 M 2 M 11
Jamesia americana Waxflower S L 20 L5L6L31
Jasminum fruticans Jasmine, Evergreen Yellow P M 4 M 4
Juglans nigra Walnut, Black T L 35 L4L3L42
Juncus balticus Rush, Baltic P H 5 H 1 H 6
Juncus compressus Rush, Round-fruit P H 5 H 1 H 6
Juncus effusus Rush, Corkscrew P H 5 H 1 H 6
Juncus torreyi Rush, Torrey P H 5 H 1 H 6
Juniperus chinensis Juniper, Chinese S T L 39 L7L8L54
Juniperus communis Juniper, Common S L 36 L6L8L50
Juniperus horizontalis Juniper, Creeping S L 30 L6L5L41
Juniperus monosperma Juniper, One Seed S T VL 37 VL 9 VL 9 VL 55
Juniperus procumbens Juniper, Japanese Garden S L 24 L4L3L31
Juniperus sabina Juniper, Savin S L 26 L5L5L36
Juniperus scopulorum Juniper, Rocky Mountain S T VL 42 VL 9 VL 10 VL 61
Juniperus squamata Juniper, Flaky S L 26 L4L3L33
Juniperus utahensis Juniper, Utah S T VL 28 VL 8 VL 6 VL 42
Juniperus virginiana Juniper, Eastern Red Cedar T L 35 L5L5L45
Juniperus x media Juniper, Hybrid Spreading S L 16 L3L4L23
Kerria japonica 'Pleniflora' Kerria, Japanese S M 10 L2L2M14
Knautia macedonica Knautia, Purple P L 16 M 1 L 17
Kniphofia Torch Lily P L 22 L 1 L 23
Koelreuteria paniculata Golden Rain Tree T L 37 L5L3L45
Kolkwitzia amabilis Beauty Bush S L 29 L2L2L33
Laburnum x watereri Golden-Chain Tree T M 18 H 2 M 1 M 21
Lamiastrum galeobdolon Yellow archangel GCP M 14 M 1 M 1 M 16
Lamium maculatum Nettle, Spotted GCP M 20 M 1 M 1 M 22
Lantana spp. Lantana A L 18 L 2 L 20
Larix decidua Larch, European T M 23 M 3 M 4 M 30
Lathyrus latifolius Sweet Pea, Perennial P L 15 L 1 L 16
Lathyrus odoratus Sweet Pea, Annual A M 19 M 1 M 20
Lavandula angustifolia Lavender, English P L 27 L2L2L31
Lavandula dentata Lavender, French P L 16 L 16
Lavandula x intermedia Lavender, Hybrid P L 15 L 15
Lavatera thuringiaca Shrub Mallow P L 20 M 1 M 1 L 22
Leontopodium alpinum Edelweiss P L 13 M 1L2L16
Lespedeza thunbergii Japanese Bush-clover P L 6 L 6
Leucanthemum x superbum Daisy, Shasta P M 29 M 1 M 2 M 32
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Estimated Water Usage for Plant: VL=Very Low < 25% ETo; L=Low 25%-50% ETo; M=Medium 50%-75% ETo; H=High >75% ETo
Plant Type: A=Annual ; P=Perennial; T=Tree; V=Vine; GC=Ground Cover; S=Shrub; TU=Turf
Botanic Name Common Name Plant Type
East
Slope East Slope Votes
West
Slope
West
Slope
Votes Mountain
Mountain
Votes
All
Regions
Total
Votes
Lewisia cotelydon Bitterroot P L 9 L1L2L12
Leymus arenarius 'Glauca' Grass, Blue Lyme P L 8 L 8
Liatris punctata Gayfeather, Native P L 25 L2L2L29
Liatris pycnostachya Gayfeather, Thickspike P L 13 L 13
Liatris spicata Gayfeather, Spike P L 26 L3L2L31
Ligularia dentata 'Othello' Groundsel, Golden P H 15 H 15
Ligularia przewalskii Groundsel, Shavalski's P H 8 H 8
Ligularia stenocephala 'The Rocket' Ragwort, The Rocket P H 19 H 19
Ligustrum obtusifolium 'Regalianum' Privet, Regal S L 11 L2L2L15
Ligustrum vulgare Privet, Common S L 30 L5L3L38
Ligustrum x vicaryi Privet, Golden Vicary S M 27 M 4 M 2 M 33
Lilium cultivars Lily cultivars P M 24 M 1 M 25
Limonium latifolium Sea Lavender, Wide-leaved P L 18 L 18
Limonium sinuatum Statice A L 14 L1L1L16
Linum flavum Flax, Yellow P L 17 L 1 L 18
Linum perenne Flax, Blue P L 33 VL 3 VL 4 L 40
Liquidambar styraciflua Sweetgum, American T M 14 M 3 L 2 M 19
Liriodendron tulipifera Tulip Tree T M 21 M 2 L 2 M 25
Liriope muscari Lily Turf A M 9 M 1 M 10
Lithospermum incisum Puccoon, Narrow-leaf P L 5 L 5
Lithospermum multiflorum Puccoon, Many-flowered P L 5 L 5
Lobelia cardinalis Cardinal Flower P H 17 L 1 H 18
Lobelia fulgens 'Queen Victoria' Lobelia, Scarlet P M 12 M 12
Lobelia sp. Lobelia A M 20 M 3 M 23
Lobularia martitma Sweet Alyssum A M 16 M 16
Lolium perenne Perennial Ryegrass TU M 12 M 2 H 1 M 15
Lonicera caerulea edulis Honeysuckle, Bearberry S M 11 L2L2M15
Lonicera fragrantissima Honeysuckle, Winter S M 8 L2L2M12
Lonicera involucrata Honeysuckle, Twinberry S M 19 L4L5M28
Lonicera japonica Honeysuckle, Japanese S V L 23 M 3L3L29
Lonicera korolkowii v. floribunda 'Blue VelveHoneysuckle, Blue Velvet Bluelea S L 24 L3L4L31
Lonicera periclymenum Woodbine, Yellow Flowering V M 7 M 7
Lonicera sempervirens 'Magnifica' Honeysuckle, Scarlet Trumpet V M 18 L1L1M20
Lonicera syringantha 'Wolfii' Honeysuckle, Tiny Trumpet S M 16 L2L3M21
Lonicera tartarica 'Arnold's Red' Honeysuckle, Arnold's Red Tartar S L 24 L4L4L32
Lonicera x 'Honeyrose' Honeysuckle, Honeyrose S M 14 M 3 L 4 M 21
Lonicera x brownii 'Dropmore Scarlet' Honeysuckle, Dropmore Scarlet B V M 15 L1L1M17
Lonicera x heckrotti 'Goldflame' Honeysuckle, Goldflame P S V M 24 L2L2M28
Lonicera x xylosteoides Honeysuckle, European Fly S L 19 L4L3L26
Lunaria annua Money Plant A L 9 L 1 L 10
Lupinus Lupine P M 25 L2L2M29
Lupinus argenteus Lupine, Silvery P L 11 L 1 L 12
Lychnis chalcedonica Maltese Cross P M 15 M 1 L 1 M 17
Lychnis coronaria Rose Campion P L 20 M 1 VL 1 L 22
Lysimachia clethroides Loosestrife, Gooseneck P M 13 H 1 M 14
Lysimachia nummularia Moneywort P M 20 H 1 M 1 M 22
Lysimachia punctata Loosestrife, Yellow P M 11 M 1 M 12
Maackia amurensis Amur Maackia T M 20 M 3 L 4 M 27
Machaeranthera bigelovii Aster, Santa Fe P L 9 L 1 L 10
Machaeranthera pattersoni Aster, Patterson P L 7 L 7
Macleaya cordata Poppy, Plume P M 10 M 10
Macleaya microcarpa Poppy, Plume P M 6 M 6
Magnolia grandiflora Magnolia, Large-flowered S M 6 M 1 M 1 M 8
Magnolia kobus Magnolia, Kobus S M 8 M 2 M 1 M 11
Magnolia stellata Magnolia, Star S T M 28 M 6 M 4 M 38
Magnolia virginiana Magnolia, Sweetbay S M 7 M 3 M 2 M 12
Magnolia x loebneri Magnolia, Loebner S M 11 M 1 M 1 M 13
Magnolia x soulangiana Magnolia, Saucer S T M 28 M 6 M 4 M 38
Mahonia aquifolium Oregon Grape Holly S L 34 L5L2L41
Mahonia fremonti Fremont Holly Grape S L 18 VL 5 L 2 VL 25
Mahonia repens Creeping Colorado Holly GCP S L 36 L5L5L46
Malus crabapple Crabapple T M 41 M 5 L 4 M 50
Malus sylvestris Apple, Orchard T M 27 L3L2M32
Malus x zumi 'Calocarpa' Crab, Zumi T M 10 L2L2M14
Malva alcea 'Fastigiata' Hollyhock, Miniature P M 16 M 1 L 1 M 18
Marrubium rotundifolium Horehound, Silvery GCP VL 10 VL 10
Matteuccia struthiopteris Fern, Ostrich P H 10 M 1 H 11
Mazus reptans Mazus GCP M 5 M 5
Melampodium leucanthum Daisy, Blackfoot P L 12 VL 1 VL 13
Melinis (Rhynchelytrum) nerviglumis Grass, Ruby A M 10 M 1 M 11
Mentha requienii Mint, Corsican P L 6 L 6
Mentha spicata Spearmint P M 11 M 1 M 12
Mentzelia decapetala Evening-star P VL 9 VL 9
Mertensia lanceolata Chiming Bells P M 8 M 8
Mertensia virginica Bluebells P M 10 H 1 M 11
Metasequoia glyptostroboides Redwood, Dawn T M 14 M 4 M 3 M 21
Microbiota decussata Cypress, Siberian S M 10 L 2 M 3 M 15
Mimulus cardinalis Monkey Flower, Scarlet P H 9 H 9
Mimulus guttatus Monkey Flower, Yellow P H 8 H 2 H 10
Mimulus lewisii Monkey Flower, Pink P M 9 H 1 M 10
Mimulus spp. Monkey Flower, Annual A H 7 H 2 H 9
Mirabilis jalapa Four O'Clock, Annual A L 22 L 1 VL 1 L 24
Mirabilis multiflora Four-O'-Clock, Desert P VL 26 VL 3 VL 3 VL 32
Miscanthus floridulus Grass, Giant Chinese Silver P M 12 M 12
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Estimated Water Usage for Plant: VL=Very Low < 25% ETo; L=Low 25%-50% ETo; M=Medium 50%-75% ETo; H=High >75% ETo
Plant Type: A=Annual ; P=Perennial; T=Tree; V=Vine; GC=Ground Cover; S=Shrub; TU=Turf
Botanic Name Common Name Plant Type
East
Slope East Slope Votes
West
Slope
West
Slope
Votes Mountain
Mountain
Votes
All
Regions
Total
Votes
Miscanthus sinensis Grass, Maiden P M 26 L 2 M 1 M 29
Molinia caerulea Grass, Purple Moor P M 13 L 1 M 14
Molucella laevis Bells of Ireland A M 9 M 1 M 10
Monarda didyma Bee-Balm P M 28 L2L2M32
Monarda fistulosa menthaefolia Bee-Balm, Native Lavender P L 25 L1L2L28
Moneses uniflora One-Flowered Wintergreen P M 4 H 2 M 6
Morus alba Mulberry T M 25 M 3 M 3 M 31
Muhlengergia capillaris Grass, Muhly P L 3 M 1 L 4
Myosotis alpestris Forget-Me-Not P M 18 M 1 M 1 M 20
Myrica pennsylvanica Bayberry S M 7 L2L2M11
Nandina domestica Bamboo, Heavenly S M 20 M 1 M 2 M 23
Nepeta racemosa Catmint P L 18 L 2 L 20
Nepeta x faassenii Catmint, Faassen's P L 24 L 2 VL 1 L 27
Nicotiana spp. Flowering Tobacco A M 21 M 2 M 23
Nierembergia hippomanica Cup Flower A M 8 M 1 M 9
Nolina microcarpa Grass, Bear P L 13 M 1 L 14
Nyssa sylvatica Sourgum T H 11 H 2 M 2 M 15
Ocimum basilicum Basil A M 21 M 2 M 23
Oenothera berlandieri 'Siskiyou' Primrose, Siskiyou P L 19 VL 1L1L21
Oenothera brachycarpa Primrose, Leatherleaf P L 11 VL 1 M 1 L 13
Oenothera caespitosa Primrose, White Evening P VL 18 VL 4 L 2 VL 24
Oenothera fruticosa glauca Sundrops P L 11 VL 1 M 1 L 13
Oenothera macrocarpa Primrose, Missouri Evening P L 27 VL 2 M 1 L 30
Oenothera speciosa 'Rosea' Primrose, New Mexico Evening P L 22 VL 1L1L24
Oenothera strigosa Evening Primrose, Common P L 11 VL 1 L 12
Opuntia polyacantha Cactus, Prickly Pear P VL 25 VL 2 VL 27
Origanum lavevigatum 'Herrenhausen' Oregano, Purple P L 16 L 16
Origanum vulgare Oregano, Common P L 15 M 1 L 16
Oryzopsis hymenoides Grass, Indian Rice P L 10 VL 1L1L12
Osteospermum 'Lavender Mist' Sun Daisy, Lavender Mist P L 22 VL 1 L 23
Osteospermum barberiae compactum 'PurpSun Daisy, Purple Mountain P L 21 VL 1 L 22
Ostrya virginiana American Hophornbeam T M 16 M 3 M 3 M 22
Oxytropis lambertii Loco Weed, Lambert's P VL 9 L 2 L 11
Pachysandra terminalis Spurge, Japanese GCP M 15 M 2 M 1 M 18
Paeonia lactiflora Peony P M 23 M 1 M 1 M 25
Panicum virgatum Grass, Switch P L 25 L 2 M 1 L 28
Papaver alpinum Poppy, Alpine P M 19 L2L3L24
Papaver miyabeanum Poppy, Japanese Alpine P M 10 M 1 M 11
Papaver nudicaule Poppy, Iceland P M 23 L 2 M 3 M 28
Papaver orientale Poppy, Oriental P L 27 L 2 M 3 L 32
Parrotia persica Persian Parrotia T M 7 M 2 L 2 M 11
Parthenocissus quinquefolia Virginia Creeper V L 26 L3L2L31
Parthenocissus tricuspidata Ivy, Boston P V M 22 M 1 M 23
Paxistima canbyi Mountain Lover P L 12 L 1 M 2 M 15
Paxistima myrtifolia Mountain Lover P L 7 M 1 L 8
Pedicularis groenlandica Elephant's Head P M 8 H 2 H 10
Pelargonium hybrids Geranium A M 22 M 2 M 24
Pennisetum alopecuroides Grass, Fountain P L 23 L 2 L 25
Pennisetum orientale Grass, Oriental Fountain P L 11 L 1 L 12
Pennisetum setaceum Grass, Annual Fountain A M 21 L 2 M 23
Penstemon 'Elfin Pink' Penstemon, Pink P L 19 VL 1L2L22
Penstemon 'Hyacinth Flowered' Penstemon, Hyacinth Flowered P M 7 M 7
Penstemon acuminatus Penstemon, Sand Dune P L 7 L 7
Penstemon alpinus Penstemon, Alpine P L 15 L2L2L19
Penstemon ambiguus Penstemon, Sand P VL 15 L 2 VL 17
Penstemon angustifolius Penstemon, Narrowleaf P VL 11 VL 11
Penstemon attenuatus Penstemon, Taper-leaved P L 6 L 6
Penstemon barbatus Penstemon, Scarlet Bugler P L 22 VL 3L2L27
Penstemon caespitosus Penstemon, Mat P L 15 L3L2L20
Penstemon cardinalis Penstemon, Crimson P L 11 VL 1 M 1 L 13
Penstemon clutei Penstemon, Sunset P L 11 L 1 L 12
Penstemon cyananthus Penstemon, Wasatch P L 12 L 1 L 13
Penstemon davidsonii Penstemon, Davidson's P L 8 L 8
Penstemon deustus Penstemon, Hotrock P VL 5 VL 1 VL 6
Penstemon digitalis 'HuskerRed' Penstemon, Husker Red P L 29 VL 1 M 1 L 31
Penstemon eatonii Penstemon, Firecracker P L 22 VL 1 M 1 L 24
Penstemon ellipticus Penstemon, Rockvine P VL 3 VL 3
Penstemon fruticosus Penstemon, Shrubby P L 9 L 9
Penstemon glaber Penstemon, Saw-sepal P L 8 L 8
Penstemon gracilis Penstemon, Slender P L 6 L 6
Penstemon grandiflorus Penstemon, Shell Leaf P L 21 VL 1 L 22
Penstemon hirsutus 'Pygmaeus' Penstemon, Pygmy Purple P L 13 L1L2L16
Penstemon jamesii Penstemon, James P VL 8 L 1 VL 9
Penstemon linarioides Penstemon, Blue Mat P VL 14 L 1 VL 15
Penstemon neomexicanus Penstemon, New Mexican Blue P L 7 L 7
Penstemon nitidus Penstemon, Smooth Blue P VL 8 VL 8
Penstemon palmeri Penstemon, Palmer P L 17 VL 3 L 20
Penstemon parryi Penstemon, Parry P L 9 L 9
Penstemon pinifolius Penstemon, Pineleaf P L 25 VL 3L2L30
Penstemon procerus Penstemon, Small-Flowered P L 8 L 1 L 9
Penstemon pseudospectabilis Penstemon, Desert P L 12 L 1 L 13
Penstemon rostriflorus Bridge's Penstemon P L 4 L 4
Penstemon secundiflorus Penstemon, One-sided P L 12 L 12
Penstemon strictus Penstemon, Rocky Mountain P L 27 VL 3L3L33
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Estimated Water Usage for Plant: VL=Very Low < 25% ETo; L=Low 25%-50% ETo; M=Medium 50%-75% ETo; H=High >75% ETo
Plant Type: A=Annual ; P=Perennial; T=Tree; V=Vine; GC=Ground Cover; S=Shrub; TU=Turf
Botanic Name Common Name Plant Type
East
Slope East Slope Votes
West
Slope
West
Slope
Votes Mountain
Mountain
Votes
All
Regions
Total
Votes
Penstemon teucrioides Penstemon, Grayleaf Creeping P L 7 L 7
Penstemon triphyllus Penstemon, Whorled P VL 2 VL 2
Penstemon utahensis Penstemon, Utah P L 8 L 8
Penstemon venustus Penstemon, Blue Mountain P VL 5 VL 5
Penstemon virens Penstemon, Blue Mist P L 15 VL 2L2L19
Penstemon virgatus asagrayi Penstemon, Tall P VL 7 VL 7
Penstemon whippleanus Penstemon, Whipple's P L 15 L 2 L 17
Penstemon wilcoxii Penstemon, Wilcox P VL 2 VL 2
Penstemon x mexicali Penstemon, Mexicali Hybrids P L 23 VL 2 L 25
Perovskia atriplicifolia Sage, Russian S L 35 VL 6 VL 6 VL 47
Persicaria affinis Himalayan Border Jewel P L 17 L1L2L20
Persicaria virginiana 'Painter's Palette Border Jewel, Painter's Palette P L 9 L 9
Petrophytum caespitosum Rock Spirea P L 4 L 4
Petunia x hybrida Petunia A M 22 L 1 M 4 M 27
Phacelia campanularia California Bluebell A L 6 L1L7
Phalaris arundinacea Grass, Ribbon P M 17 M 1 M 1 M 19
Philadelphus coronarius Mockorange, Sweet S L 19 L2L3L24
Philadelphus lewisii Mockorange, Lewis S L 22 L5L3L30
Philadelphus microphyllus Mockorange, Littleleaf S L 20 VL 5L3L28
Philadelphus x 'Buckley's Quill'Mockorange, Buckley's Quill S M 15 L3L3M21
Philadelphus x 'Snowbelle'Mockorange, Snowbelle S M 9 L2L3L14
Philadelphus x cymosus 'Bouquet Blanc' Mockorange, Bouquet Blanc S M 14 L2L3M19
Philadelphus x virginalis Mockorange, Virginal S M 19 L4L3M26
Phlomis cashmeriana Sage, Himalayan P M 11 M 1 M 12
Phlomis russeliana Sage, Jerusalem P L 9 L 1 L 10
Phlox borealis Phlox, Artic P M 4 M 1 M 5
Phlox divaricata Phlox, Wild Sweet William P M 14 M 14
Phlox douglasii Phlox, Cushion GCP L 9 L 1 L 10
Phlox paniculata Phlox, Garden P M 22 M 1 M 1 M 24
Phlox procumbens Phlox, Creeping GCP L 5 M 1 M 1 M 7
Phlox stolonifera Phlox, Creeping GCP M 10 M 10
Phlox subulata Phlox, Creeping GCP L 25 M 2L2L29
Phyllostachys aurea Bamboo, Golden P M 7 M 7
Phyllostachys aureosulcata Bamboo, Yellow Groove P M 8 M 8
Physocarpus monogynus Ninebark, Native S L 24 VL 5L7L36
Physocarpus opulifolius Ninebark S L 23 L5L5L33
Physostegia virginiana Obedient Plant P M 21 L 1 M 22
Picea abies Spruce, Norway S T M 32 L6L6M44
Picea engelmannii Spruce, Engelmann T M 31 L 6 M 9 M 46
Picea glauca 'Conica'Spruce, Dwarf Alberta S T M 35 M 7 M 6 M 48
Picea glauca 'Densata'Spruce, Black Hills T M 29 M 5 M 7 M 41
Picea omorika Spruce, Serbian T M 17 M 3 M 4 M 24
Picea orientalis Spruce, Oriental T M 9 M 2 M 2 M 13
Picea pungens Spruce, Colorado S T M 44 L 7 M 11 M 62
Pieris japonica Pieris, Japanese S H 11 M 2 M 2 M 15
Pieris taiwanensis Pieris, Taiwan S H 6 M 2 M 2 M 10
Pinus aristata Pine, Bristlecone S T L 41 L 8 VL 11 L 60
Pinus bungeana Pine, Lacebark T L 15 M 4L4L23
Pinus cembra Pine, Compact Swiss Stone S L 15 L5L4L24
Pinus contorta latifolia Pine, Lodgepole T L 26 L 7 L 11 L 44
Pinus densiflora Pine, Tanyosho S T L 21 L6L5L32
Pinus edulis Pine, Pinon T VL 41 VL 8 VL 8 VL 57
Pinus flexilis Pine, Limber T L 36 L 6 L 10 L 52
Pinus heldreichii (leucodermis)Pine, Bosnian S T L 28 L6L4L38
Pinus mugo Pine, Mugo S L 36 L6L6L48
Pinus nigra Pine, Austrian T L 40 L7L6L53
Pinus parviflora Pine, Lacebark T L 9 L3L3L15
Pinus ponderosa Pine, Ponderosa T L 41 L 8 L 10 L 59
Pinus resinosa Pine, Red T M 11 L2L2M15
Pinus strobiformis Pine, Border T L 20 L4L4L28
Pinus strobus Pine, Eastern White T M 32 L 5 M 4 M 41
Pinus sylvestris Pine, Scotch T L 34 L7L7L48
Pinus thunbergii Pine, Japanese Black T L 10 L4L4L18
Pinus virginiana 'Wates Golden'Pine, Wates Golden Virginia Scru T M 5 M 2 M 2 M 9
Platanus occidentalis Sycamore T M 22 M 4 M 3 M 29
Platanus x acerifolia Planetree, London T M 16 M 6 M 3 M 25
Platycladus orientalis 'Aurea Nana' Arborvitae, Dwarf Golden Orienta S M 16 M 3 M 2 M 21
Platycodon grandiflorus Balloon Flower P M 23 M 1 M 1 M 25
Plectranthus argentatus Silver Dollar Plant A L 10 VL 1 L 11
Poa praetensis Bluegrass TU H 25 H 2 M 2 H 29
Polemonium caeruleum Jacob's Ladder P M 15 M 1 M 1 M 17
Polemonium carneum Jacob's Ladder, Salmon P M 6 M 6
Polemonium reptans Jacob's Ladder, Creeping P M 7 M 7
Polemonium viscosum Sky Pilot P L 5 M 1 L 6
Polygonum aubertii Vine, Silver Lace P V L 22 L2L2L26
Polystichum polyblepharum Fern, Tassle P H 6 H 6
Polystichum setiferum Fern, English Hedge P H 7 H 7
Populus alba Poplar, Silver T M 27 M 6 L 4 M 37
Populus angustifolia Cottonwood, Narrowleaf T M 42 M 7 M 8 M 57
Populus balsamifera Poplar, Balsam T M 14 H 3 H 3 H 20
Populus deltoides 'Siouxland'Cottonwood, Soiuxland T M 38 M 8 M 4 M 50
Populus fremontii Cottonwood, Fremont T M 26 M 6 M 4 M 36
Populus nigra Poplar, Lombardy Black T H 16 H 6 H 2 H 24
Populus sargentii Cottonwood, Plains T M 40 M 7 M 4 M 51
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Estimated Water Usage for Plant: VL=Very Low < 25% ETo; L=Low 25%-50% ETo; M=Medium 50%-75% ETo; H=High >75% ETo
Plant Type: A=Annual ; P=Perennial; T=Tree; V=Vine; GC=Ground Cover; S=Shrub; TU=Turf
Botanic Name Common Name Plant Type
East
Slope East Slope Votes
West
Slope
West
Slope
Votes Mountain
Mountain
Votes
All
Regions
Total
Votes
Populus tremuloides Aspen T M 45 M 8 M 11 M 64
Populus x acuminata Cottonwood, Lanceleaf T M 35 M 8 M 6 M 49
Populus x canescens Cottonwood, Gray T M 16 M 5 M 4 M 25
Portulaca grandiflora Moss Rose, Portulaca A L 21 VL 1L3L25
Potentilla (Drymocallis) fissa Cinquefoil, Leafy P L 8 L1L9
Potentilla atrosanguinea Cinquefoil, Red P L 15 M 1L1L17
Potentilla fruticosa Potentilla, Shrub S L 36 L6L8L50
Potentilla hippiana Cinquefoil, Wooly P L 14 L 1 VL 1 L 16
Potentilla nepalensis 'Miss Willmott' Cinquefoil, Miss Wilmott P M 20 M 1 L 1 M 22
Potentilla neumanniana Cinquefoil, Creeping GCP L 13 L1L2L16
Potentilla nevadensis Cinquefoil, Native Silvery GCP L 18 L2L2L22
Potentilla pensylvanica Cinquefoil, Prairie P L 9 L 9
Potentilla species Cinquefoil, Creeping GCP S L 25 L5L4L34
Potentilla thurberi Cinquefoil, Silver P L 5 L 5
Primula 'Colossea' Primrose, Hardy English P M 11 M 11
Primula denticulata Primrose, Drumstick P M 12 M 12
Primula elatior Primrose, Oxlip P M 9 M 9
Primula parryi Primrose, Rocky Mountain P H 8 M 1 H 3 H 12
Primula veris Primrose, Cowslip P M 8 M 8
Primula vulgaris Primrose, English P M 12 M 12
Prinsepia sinensis Prinsepia, Cherry S M 4 M 1 M 1 M 6
Prunella grandiflora Self-Heal P M 8 M 8
Prunella laciniata Lacy Self-Heal P L 14 L 2 M 1 L 17
Prunus americana Plum, American S T L 41 L8L7L56
Prunus armeniaca Apricot T M 28 L7L4M39
Prunus avium Cherry, Sweet T M 25 L6L3M34
Prunus besseyi Cherry, Western Sand S L 36 L6L5L47
Prunus cerasifera Plum, Cherry T M 30 L6L4M40
Prunus cerasus Cherry, Sour T M 23 L4L2M29
Prunus fruticosa Cherry, European Dwarf S M 11 L2L2L15
Prunus glandulosa 'Rosea Plena' Almond, Pink Flowering S M 23 L3L2M28
Prunus maackii Chokecherry, Amur T M 30 L4L4M38
Prunus maritima Plum, Beach T M 6 L1L1M8
Prunus nigra 'Princess Kay' Plum, Princess Kay Canadian T M 28 L4L3M35
Prunus padus Mayday Tree T M 28 L5L5M38
Prunus pensylvanica saximontana Cherry, Pin S M 11 L1L1M13
Prunus pesica Peach T M 23 M 4 L 2 M 29
Prunus sargentii Cherry, Sargent T M 14 L3L3M20
Prunus serrulata 'Kwanzan' Cherry, Kwanzan Japanese Flowe T M 15 M3M3M21
Prunus subhirtella 'Pendula' Cherry, Weeping Spring T M 13 M 3 L 2 M 18
Prunus tenella Almond, Dwarf Russian S L 14 L4L3L21
Prunus tomentosa Cherry, Nanking S L 29 L4L3L36
Prunus triloba Rose Tree of China S M 17 L4L2M23
Prunus virginiana 'Shubert' Chokecherry, Canada Red S T M 42 L8L8L58
Prunus virginiana melanocarpa Chokecherry S L 32 L5L7L44
Prunus x 'Snow Fountains' Cherry, Weeping White S M 10 L2L2M14
Prunus x americana 'Toka' Plum, Toka T M 16 M 3 L 4 M 23
Prunus x cistena Plum, Purple-Leaf S T M 38 L8L5M51
Prunus x domestica 'Stanley' Plum, Stanley Prune T M 19 L2L2M23
Pseudotsuga menziesii Fir, Douglas S T M 35 L 6 L 10 M 51
Psilostrophe tagetina New Mexico Paper Flower P VL 11 L1L1VL13
Ptelea trifoliata Ash, Wafer T L 27 L5L4L36
Pulmonaria 'Roy Davidson' Bethlehem Sage, Roy Davidson' P M 14 M 14
Pulmonaria rubra 'Redstart' Lungwort, Redstart P M 11 M 1 M 12
Pulmonaria saccharata Bethlehem Sage P M 13 M 13
Pulsatilla patens Pasqueflower, Lavender P L 13 L 2 L 15
Pulsatilla vulgaris Pasqueflower, European P L 18 L2L3L23
Purshia tridentata Bitterbrush Antelope S VL 22 VL 4 VL 6 VL 32
Pyracantha angustifolia Firethorn, Narrowleaf S M 19 L3L2L24
Pyracantha coccinea Firethorn, Scarlet S L 22 L4L2L28
Pyrus calleryana Pear, Ornamental T M 32 L3L3M38
Pyrus communis Pear, Orchard T M 18 L4L4M26
Pyrus fauriei Pear, Korean Wild Pear T L 11 L4L4L19
Pyrus ussuriensis Pear, Ussurian T L 24 L6L5L35
Quercus acutissima Oak, Sawtooth T M 12 M 3 L 2 M 17
Quercus alba Oak, White T M 25 L5L2M32
Quercus bicolor Oak, Swamp White T L 31 L5L3L39
Quercus coccinea Oak, Scarlet T M 23 L4L2M29
Quercus ellipsoidalis Oak, Northern Pin T M 17 L4L2M23
Quercus gambelii Oak, Gambel S T L 42 VL 9 VL 6 VL 57
Quercus imbricaria Oak, Shingle T M 15 L2L1M18
Quercus macrocarpa Oak, Bur T L 39 L6L4L49
Quercus muehlenbergii Oak, Chinkapin T L 16 M 3L2L21
Quercus palustris Oak, Pin T M 24 M 3 L 2 M 29
Quercus phellos Oak, Willow T M 13 L2L2M17
Quercus prinus Oak, Chestnut T M 13 L3L2M18
Quercus robur Oak, English T M 30 L5L3M38
Quercus rubra Oak, Northern Red T M 30 L5L3M38
Quercus shumardi Oak, Shumard Oak T M 21 M 3L2L26
Quercus turbinella Oak, Shrub Liveoak S VL 13 L2L2VL17
Quercus undulata Oak, Wavyleaf T L 16 L2L2L20
Ranunculus gramineus Buttercup, European P M 9 M 1 M 10
Ranunculus repens Creeping Buttercup P M 15 H 1 M 16
Ratibida columnifera Coneflower, Prairie P L 26 VL 3 L 2 VL 31
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Estimated Water Usage for Plant: VL=Very Low < 25% ETo; L=Low 25%-50% ETo; M=Medium 50%-75% ETo; H=High >75% ETo
Plant Type: A=Annual ; P=Perennial; T=Tree; V=Vine; GC=Ground Cover; S=Shrub; TU=Turf
Botanic Name Common Name Plant Type
East
Slope East Slope Votes
West
Slope
West
Slope
Votes Mountain
Mountain
Votes
All
Regions
Total
Votes
Rhamnus catharticus Buckthorn, Common S L 29 L3L2L34
Rhamnus frangula 'Asplenifolius' Buckthorn, Glossy Cutleaf S M 19 L4L3L26
Rhamnus frangula 'Columnaris' Buckthorn, Tall Hedge S L 26 L5L2L33
Rhamnus saxitile Buckthorn, Rock S L 10 L2L2L14
Rhamnus smithii Buckthorn, Smith's Alder S L 16 VL 5L2L23
Rheum rhabarbarum Rhubarb P M 20 M 1 M 21
Rhododendron Rhododendron S H 19 M 4 H 2 H 25
Rhus aromatica Sumac, Fragrant S L 24 L5L4L33
Rhus glabra Sumac, Smooth S L 28 L6L4L38
Rhus lanceolata Sumac, Flameleaf S L 8 L4L3L15
Rhus microphylla Sumac, Little Leaf Desert S VL 12 L4L3VL19
Rhus trilobata Sumac, Three-Leaf S VL 33 L 6 VL 7 VL 46
Rhus typhina Sumac, Staghorn S L 28 L6L4L38
Ribes alpinum Currant, Alpine S L 33 L7L6L46
Ribes aureum Currant, Yellow Flowering S L 26 L6L6L38
Ribes cereum Currant, Squaw S L 22 L6L7L35
Ribes hirtellum 'Pixwell' Gooseberry, Pixwell S L 20 L5L6L31
Ribes inerme Gooseberry, Whitestem S L 10 L5L6L21
Ribes leptanthum Currant, Black S L 12 L3L4L19
Ribes nigrum Currant, Black S L 9 L3L3L15
Ribes odoratum Currant, Clove S L 19 L5L4L28
Ribes sanguineum Currant, Red Flowering S L 7 L1L1L9
Ribes silvestre 'Red Lake' Currant, Red Lake S L 19 L3L4L26
Ribes uva-crispa 'Red Jacket' Gooseberry, Red Jacket S L 14 L3L3L20
Ricinus communis Castor Bean A M 9 M 9
Robinia neomexicana Locust, New Mexico S T L 35 VL 9 VL 5 L 49
Robinia pseudoacacia Locust, Black T L 35 L6L4L45
Rosa Rose, Shrub S M 21 L3L4M28
Rosa foetida 'Bicolor' Rose, Austrian Copper S L 23 L4L4L31
Rosa foetida 'Persiana' Rose, Persian Yellow S L 21 L4L4L29
Rosa glauca Rose, Red-Leaved S L 22 L4L5L31
Rosa pomifera Rose, Apple S L 9 L3L3L15
Rosa rugosa Rose, Rugosa S L 23 L3L5L31
Rosa woodsii Rose, Native Pink S L 25 L4L5L34
Rosa xanthina hugonis Rose, Yellow Shrub S L 16 L3L3L22
Rosmarinus officinalis Rosemary A P L 16 L 1 L 17
Rosularia globulariifolia Rosularia, Roundleaf P L 5 L 5
Rubus deliciosus Boulder Raspberry S L 28 L4L6L38
Rubus idaeus Raspberry S M 16 L1L2M19
Rubus odoratus Raspberry, Purple-flowering S L 12 L2L2L16
Rubus parviflorus Thimbleberry S M 15 L4L5L24
Rudbeckia fulgida Black-Eyed Susan P L 28 L2L1L31
Rudbeckia hirta Black-Eyed Susan P M 25 L 2 M 2 M 29
Rudbeckia laciniata 'Double Gold' Black Eyed Susan, Double Gold P M 18 H 1 M 19
Saccharum ravennae Grass, Plume P M 13 M 13
Sagina subulata Pearlwort GCP M 10 M 1 M 11
Sagittaria latifolia Arrowhead, Broadleaf P H 8 H 1 H 9
Salix 'Prairie Cascade' Willow, Prairie Cascade Weeping T H 25 H 3 H 2 H 30
Salix alba 'Tristis' Willow, Golden Weeping S T H 32 H 6 M 4 H 42
Salix alba vitellina Willow, Russian Golden S T H 23 M 5 M 6 H 34
Salix amygdaloides Willow, Peach Leaf S T M 26 M 6 M 7 M 39
Salix arenaria Willow, Silver Creeping S M 11 M 3 M 3 M 17
Salix bebbiana Willow, Bebb's S M 9 M 2 M 3 M 14
Salix caprea Willow, Goat S H 10 H 1 H 1 H 12
Salix discolor Willow, Pussy S H 21 H 3 M 3 H 27
Salix drummondiana Willow, Drummond S H 8 M 2 M 3 M 13
Salix exigua Willow, Coyote S M 19 M 3 H 4 M 26
Salix fragilis Willow, Crack S H 10 M 3 H 4 H 17
Salix geyeriana Willow, Geyer's S H 8 M 2 M 3 M 13
Salix integra 'Hakuro Nishiki' Willow, Dappled S H 11 H 2 H 2 H 15
Salix irrorata Willow, Blue Stem S M 20 M 3 M 5 M 28
Salix lutea ligulifolia Willow, Strapleaf Yellow S M 9 M 2 M 2 M 13
Salix matsudana 'Umbraculifera' Willow, Globe S T H 29 H 6 M 3 H 38
Salix monticola Willow, Yellow Mountain S H 11 M 4 M 5 M 20
Salix pentandra Willow, Laurel Leaf T H 16 M 3 M 2 M 21
Salix purpurea Willow, Basket S H 18 M 4 M 3 M 25
Salix repens Willow, Creeping S M 13 M 3 M 3 M 19
Salix scouleriana Willow, Scoulers S M 7 M 2 M 2 M 11
Salix x sepulcralis chrysocoma Willow, Niobe Weeping T H 17 M 3 M 2 H 22
Salvia argentea Salvia, Silver P L 18 L2L2L22
Salvia azurea grandiflora Salvia, Blue P L 15 L 2 L 17
Salvia farinacea Mealycup sage A M 10 L 1 M 11
Salvia greggii Sage, Autumn P L 15 L 1 L 16
Salvia jurisicii Salvia, Cutleaf P L 13 L 13
Salvia leucantha Sage, Mexican Bush P L 7 L 7
Salvia lyrata Sage, Lyre-leaf P L 5 L 5
Salvia microphylla Salvia, Red Baby P L 8 L 8
Salvia nemorosa Salvia, Blue P L 19 L 2 M 1 L 22
Salvia officinalis Sage, Garden P L 21 L 2 L 23
Salvia pitcheri Sage, Pitcher P L 9 L 9
Salvia sclarea Clary Sage A P L 21 VL 1 M 1 L 23
Salvia splendens Scarlet Salvia A M 11 L 2 M 13
Salvia superba Salvia, Hybrid P L 13 M 1 L 14
Sambucus canadensis Elder, American S M 26 M 5 M 5 M 36
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Estimated Water Usage for Plant: VL=Very Low < 25% ETo; L=Low 25%-50% ETo; M=Medium 50%-75% ETo; H=High >75% ETo
Plant Type: A=Annual ; P=Perennial; T=Tree; V=Vine; GC=Ground Cover; S=Shrub; TU=Turf
Botanic Name Common Name Plant Type
East
Slope East Slope Votes
West
Slope
West
Slope
Votes Mountain
Mountain
Votes
All
Regions
Total
Votes
Sambucus nigra 'Marginata' Elder, Variegated S M 16 M 3 M 4 M 23
Sambucus pubens Elder, Native Red Berried S M 18 L4L6M28
Sambucus racemosa Elder, European Red S M 15 M 4 M 4 M 23
Santolina chamaecyparissus Lavender Cotton P L 24 L 2 VL 1 L 27
Santolina rosmarinifolia Lavender Cotton, Green P L 18 VL 1 VL 1 L 20
Sanvitalia procumbens Creeping Zinnia A L 11 L 2 L 13
Sapindus drummondii Soapberry, Western S T L 8 L3L2L13
Saponaria ocymoides Rock Soapwort P L 20 L 2 M 1 L 23
Saxifraga oppositifolia 'Purple Robe' Saxifrage, Purple Robe P M 12 M 1 H 2 M 15
Saxifraga x arendsii Saxifrage, Rose Mound P M 10 H 1 M 11
Scabiosa caucasica Pincushion Flower P M 19 M 1 L 1 M 21
Scabiosa columbaria Pincushion Flower P L 16 L 1 L 17
Scabiosa lucida Pincushion Flower, Dwarf P L 15 M 1L1L17
Scabiosa ochroleuca Pincushion, Yellow P L 12 L 12
Scaevola aemula Fan Flower A M 11 M 2 M 13
Schizachyrium scoparium Bluestem, Little P L 22 VL 3L2L27
Schizophragma hydrangeoides Vine, Japanese Hydrangea P M 4 M 4
Schoenoplectus lacustris Bulrush, Common P H 6 H 6
Schoenoplectus validus Bulrush, Softstem Great P H 6 H 6
Scirpus acutus Bulrush, Hardstem P H 7 H 1 H 8
Scirpus americanus Bulrush, Three-square P H 7 H 1 H 8
Scirpus microcarpus Bulrush, Small-fruited P H 7 H 1 H 8
Scutellaria alpina 'Arcobaleno' Skull Cap, Rainbow P M 8 M 1 M 9
Scutellaria resinosa Skull Cap, Prairie P L 8 L 8
Sedum 'Autumn Joy' Stonecrop, Autumn Joy P L 28 L1L1L30
Sedum 'Blue Spruce' Stonecrop, Blue Creeping GCP L 14 L2L2L18
Sedum 'Robustum' Stonecrop, Red-leaf Showy P L 11 L 1 L 12
Sedum 'Vera Jameson' Stonecrop, Vera Jameson P L 17 L 1 M 1 L 19
Sedum acre evergreen Stonecrop, Goldmoss-Utah GCP L 16 L 2 VL 3 L 21
Sedum hybridum Stonecrop, Oak-leaf GCP L 12 VL 1L2L15
Sedum kamtschaticum Stonecrop, Russian P L 13 L 1 VL 1 L 15
Sedum lanceolatum Stonecrop, Native P VL 11 VL 2 VL 13
Sedum populifolium Stonecrop, Herbacious P L 8 L 8
Sedum sieboldii 'October Daphne ' Stonecrop, October Daphne P L 8 L 8
Sedum spectabile 'Indian Chief' Stonecrop, Russet Showy P L 15 L1L1L17
Sedum spurium Stonecrop, Two-row GCP L 17 L 2 VL 2 L 21
Sempervivum species Hens and Chicks GCP VL 32 VL 4 L 4 VL 40
Senecio cineraria Dusty Miller A L 22 L1L2L25
Senecio longilobus Groundsel, Threadleaf P L 8 L1L9
Senecio spartioides Groundsel, Broom P L 5 L1L6
Sequoiadendron giganteum Giant Sequoia T M 10 M 2 L 2 M 14
Shepherdia argentea Buffaloberry S T L 35 VL 8 VL 7 VL 50
Shepherdia canadensis Buffaloberry, Russet S L 19 VL 5L6L30
Shepherdia rotundifolia Buffaloberry, Roundleaf S VL 15 VL 5 VL 4 VL 24
Sibiraea laevigata Sibiraea S L 11 L3L3L17
Sidalcea malviflora Mallow, Prairie P M 17 M 1 M 18
Silene acaulis Moss Campion P M 8 M 1 M 9
Silene alpestris Alpine Catchfly P M 10 M 1 M 11
Silphium perfoliatum Cup Flower P M 5 M 5
Sisyrinchium angustifolium Grass, Blue-Eyed P M 15 M 1 M 16
Sisyrinchium macrocephalum Grass, Yellow-Eyed P M 9 M 9
Sisyrinchium montanum Grass, Blue-Eyed P M 10 M 1 M 11
Solidago 'Golden Baby' Goldenrod, Golden Baby P L 15 L 1 L 16
Solidago decumbens Goldenrod, Dwarf P L 13 H 1 L 14
Solidago missouriensis Goldenrod, Prairie P L 9 M 1 L 10
Sophora japonica Japanese Pagoda Tree T M 26 L 6 M 3 M 35
Sorbaria sorbifolia Spirea, Ural False S L 22 M 3 M 4 M 29
Sorbus alnifolia Mountain Ash, Korean T M 15 L2L2M19
Sorbus aucuparia Mountain Ash, European S T M 35 M 6 L 5 M 46
Sorbus decora Mountain Ash, Showy T M 12 L2L2M16
Sorbus hybrida Mountain Ash, Oak Leaf S M 9 L2L2M13
Sorbus intermedia Whitebeam, Swedish T M 8 M 1 M 1 M 10
Sorbus mougeotii Whitebeam, Austrian T M 6 M 1 M 1 M 8
Sorbus scopulina Mountain Ash, Native S T M 24 M 3 M 4 M 31
Sorghastrum nutans Grass, Indian P L 19 L 2 L 21
Spartina pectinata Grass, Prairie Cordgrass P M 12 L 1 H 1 M 14
Sphaeralcea coccinea Prairie Mallow P VL 17 VL 2 VL 1 VL 20
Sphaeralcea munroana Globe Mallow, Orange P VL 12 VL 12
Spiraea albiflora Spirea, Japanese White S M 15 M 3 M 2 M 20
Spiraea argunta 'Compacta' Spirea, Compact Garland S L 9 M 2 M 2 M 13
Spiraea decumbens Spirea, White Lace S L 6 M 2 M 2 L 10
Spiraea fritschiana Spirea, Fritschiana S L 10 M 3 M 2 M 15
Spiraea japonica Spirea, Japanese S M 21 L 4 M 3 M 28
Spiraea nipponica Spirea, Snowmound S L 23 M 5 M 3 M 31
Spiraea prunifolia Spirea, Bridalwreath S L 23 M 4 M 3 L 30
Spiraea thunbergii Spirea, Thunberg S L 5 M 1 M 1 L 7
Spiraea trilobata Spirea, Threelobe S L 9 M 3 M 3 M 15
Spiraea x 'Goldmound' Spirea, Goldmound S M 22 M 4 M 3 M 29
Spiraea x billardii Spirea, Billard S M 9 M 3 M 3 M 15
Spiraea x bumalda Spirea, Bumald S M 17 M 3 M 2 M 22
Spiraea x cineria 'Grefsheim' Spirea, Grefsheim S M 11 M 2 M 3 M 16
Spiraea x vanhouttei Spirea, Vanhoutte S M 25 M 4 M 3 M 32
Sporobolus wrightii Grass, Giant Sacaton P VL 5 L 1 L 6
Stachys byzantina Lamb's Ears GCP L 25 VL 1 VL 2 L 28
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Plant Water Requirement Estimates (GreenCO-CSU Crop Coefficient Survey 2004)
Estimated Water Usage for Plant: VL=Very Low < 25% ETo; L=Low 25%-50% ETo; M=Medium 50%-75% ETo; H=High >75% ETo
Plant Type: A=Annual ; P=Perennial; T=Tree; V=Vine; GC=Ground Cover; S=Shrub; TU=Turf
Botanic Name Common Name Plant Type
East
Slope East Slope Votes
West
Slope
West
Slope
Votes Mountain
Mountain
Votes
All
Regions
Total
Votes
Stachys coccinea Nettle, Scarlet Hedge P L 10 L 10
Stanleya pinnata Prince's Plume P VL 11 VL 1 L 2 VL 14
Stewartia koreana Korean Stewartia S M 5 H 1 H 1 M 7
Stipa comata Grass, Needle-and-Thread P L 10 L 2 L 12
Stipa gigantea Needlegrass, Giant P L 4 L 4
Stipa lettermani Grass, Needle P L 7 L 7
Stipa neomexicana Needlegrass, New Mexico P L 8 L 8
Stipa tenuissima Grass, Mexican Feather P L 16 L2L2L20
Stokesia laevis Aster, Stokes' P M 10 L 1 M 11
Styrax japonicus Snowbell, Japanese T H 6 H 2 H 2 H 10
Sutera cordata Bacopa A L 9 M 2 M 11
Symphoricarpos albus Snowberry, White S L 24 L4L3L31
Symphoricarpos occidentalis Wolfberry S L 13 L3L4L20
Symphoricarpos orbiculatus Coralberry, Red S L 20 L 3 M 3 L 26
Symphoricarpos oreophilus Snowberry, Mountain S L 15 L5L5L25
Symphoricarpos x chenaultii Coralberry, Chenault S L 18 L 3 M 1 L 22
Symphoricarpos x doorenbosii Snowberry S L 13 L3L2L18
Symphytum grandiflorum Comfrey P M 12 M 1 M 13
Syringa laciniata Lilac, Cutleaf S L 14 L3L3L20
Syringa meyeri 'Palibin' Lilac, Dwarf Korean S L 27 L5L4L36
Syringa microphylla Lilac, Littleleaf S L 14 L3L3L20
Syringa oblata 'Cheyenne' Lilac, Cheyenne Early S L 15 L4L4L23
Syringa patula 'Miss Kim' Lilac, Miss Kim Dwarf S L 27 L5L4L36
Syringa pekinensis Lilac, Peking S T L 28 L6L5L39
Syringa reflexa Lilac, Nodding S L 8 L3L2L13
Syringa reticulata Lilac, Japanese Tree S T M 34 L7L5L46
Syringa vulgaris Lilac, Common Purple S L 35 L6L6L47
Syringa x chinensis Lilac, Chinese S L 21 L4L4L29
Syringa x hyacinthiflora Lilac, Hybrid S L 18 L4L4L26
Syringa x josiflexa 'Royalty' Lilac, Hybrid Purple Singl S L 13 M 3 M 3 L 19
Syringa x persica Lilac, Persian S L 15 L5L3L23
Syringa x prestoniae Lilac, Canadian S L 22 M 5L4L31
Tagetes spp. Marigold A L 23 L1L3L27
Tanacetum densum amani Partridge Feather GCP VL 19 VL 1 VL 1 VL 21
Tanacetum niveum Tansy, Snow Daisy P L 15 L 1 VL 1 L 17
Tanacetum parthenium 'White Star' Feverfew, White P L 16 M 1 L 17
Tanacetum x coccineum Painted Daisy P L 17 M 1 L 18
Taxodium distichum Bald Cypress T M 23 H 2 H 2 M 27
Taxus cuspidata Yew, Spreading Japanese S M 21 H 4 H 2 M 27
Taxus x media Yew, Anglojap S M 25 H 4 H 2 M 31
Teucrium canadensis Germander, Creeping P L 10 L 10
Teucrium chamaedrys Germander, Wall GCP L 14 L 1 L 15
Thalictrum aquilegifolium Meadowrue, Columbine P M 17 M 1 M 1 M 19
Thalictrum delavayi 'Hewitt's Double' Meadowrue, Hewitt's Double P M 9 M 1 M 10
Thalictrum dipterocarpum Meadowrue, Yunnan P M 9 M 1 M 10
Thalictrum fendleri Meadowrue, Fendler's P M 7 M 1 M 1 M 9
Thalictrum flavum glaucum Meadowrue, Yellow P M 11 M 11
Thalictrum rochebrunianum Meadowrue, Lavender Mist P M 10 M 1 M 11
Thelesperma ambiguus Navajo Tea P L 6 VL 1 VL 7
Thelesperma filifolium Threadleaf Thelesperma P L 10 VL 2 L 12
Thermopsis divaricarpa Golden Banner P L 10 L 2 M 3 M 15
Thermopsis rhombifolia Golden Banner, Arroyo P L 6 L1L2L9
Thuja occidentalis Arborvitae, American T M 32 M 4 M 3 M 39
Thuja orientalis Arborvitae, Oriental T M 23 H 3 M 3 M 29
Thuja plicata Arborvitae, Giant T M 15 H 1 H 1 M 17
Thymus 'Elfin' Thyme, Elfin GCP L 15 L 1 VL 1 L 17
Thymus argentia Thyme, Silver Posy P L 7 VL 1 L 8
Thymus praecox 'Pseudolanuginosus' Thyme, Woolly GC L 6 L 1 VL 1 L 8
Thymus praecox arcticus Thyme, Mother of GCP L 19 L2L4L25
Thymus serphyllum Thyme, Wild GCP L 16 L2L2L20
Thymus vulgaris Thyme, Garden P L 15 VL 1 L 16
Thymus x citriodorus Thyme, Lemon P L 19 L1L1L21
Tiarella cordifolia Foamflower P M 11 M 1 M 12
Tiarella wherryi Foamflower, Wherry's P M 11 M 1 M 12
Tilia 'Euchlora' Linden, Crimean T M 17 M 3 M 3 M 23
Tilia americana Linden, American T M 33 M 6 L 4 M 43
Tilia cordata Linden, Littleleaf T M 36 M 5 M 3 M 44
Tilia mongolica Linden, Mongolian T M 11 M 2 L 2 M 15
Tilia tomentosa Linden, Silver T M 16 M 3 M 2 M 21
Tithonia rotundifolia Sunflower, Mexican A L 15 L 1 L 16
Townsendia exscapa Easter Daisy, White P L 10 L 2 L 12
Townsendia grandiflora Easter Daisy, Large-flower P L 7 L1L8
Townsendia parryi Easter Daisy, Violet-Blue P L 4 L1L5
Tradescantia andersoniana Spiderwort P M 20 M 1 M 1 M 22
Tradescantia occidentalis Spiderwort, Western Blue P L 16 VL 1 M 1 L 18
Tricyrtis hirta Toad Lily P M 6 M 6
Trollius chinensis Globeflower P M 16 M 1 M 1 M 18
Trollius pumilus Globeflower, Dwarf P M 8 M 8
Tropaeolum majus Nasturtium A L 21 L 2 L 23
Tsuga canadensis 'Cole's Prostrata' Hemlock, Canadian Creeping S H 10 H 2 H 2 H 14
Tsuga canadensis 'Gracilis' Hemlock, Dwarf Spreading Canad S H 10 H2H2H14
Typha angustifolia Cattail, Narrowleaf P H 10 H 1 H 11
Typha latifolia Cattail, Common P H 10 H 1 H 11
Ulmus americana Elm, American T M 30 M 4 M 3 M 37
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Plant Water Requirement Estimates (GreenCO-CSU Crop Coefficient Survey 2004)
Estimated Water Usage for Plant: VL=Very Low < 25% ETo; L=Low 25%-50% ETo; M=Medium 50%-75% ETo; H=High >75% ETo
Plant Type: A=Annual ; P=Perennial; T=Tree; V=Vine; GC=Ground Cover; S=Shrub; TU=Turf
Botanic Name Common Name Plant Type
East
Slope East Slope Votes
West
Slope
West
Slope
Votes Mountain
Mountain
Votes
All
Regions
Total
Votes
Ulmus cultivars Elm T M 23 L2L2M27
Ulmus glabra Elm, Scotch T L 12 L3L2L17
Ulmus parvifolia Elm, Lacebark T L 19 M 3 L 4 M 26
Ulmus wilsoniana Elm, Wilson T M 8 M 3 M 3 M 14
Vaccinium Blueberry S M 8 H 2 H 2 M 12
Valeriana officinalis Garden Heliotrope P M 8 M 8
Verbascum 'Helen Johnson'Mullein, Peach P L 4 L 4
Verbascum bombyciferum Mullein, Wooly P L 16 VL 1 L 17
Verbascum undulatum Mullein, Wavy-leafed P L 4 L 4
Verbena bipinnatifida Verbena, Native P L 19 L 19
Verbena bonariensis Verbena, Tall A L 16 VL 1 L 17
Verbena canadensis Verbena, Rose P L 12 M 1 M 13
Verbena hastata Vervain, Blue P M 5 M 5
Verbena x hybrida Verbena, Garden A L 16 L1L3L20
Veronica 'Royal Candles'Speedwell, Royal Candles P L 4 L 4
Veronica 'Sunny Border Blue'Speedwell, Sunny Border Blue P L 18 L 2 M 1 L 21
Veronica Crystal River Speedwell, Crystal River GCP L 10 L2L2L14
Veronica allionii Speedwell, Allioni GCP L 15 L2L2L19
Veronica austriaca Speedwell, Hungarian P L 12 L 1 M 1 L 14
Veronica filiformis Speedwell, Birdseye GCP L 11 VL 1L2L14
Veronica gentianoides Speedwell, Gentian P L 8 L 8
Veronica liwanensis Speedwell, Turkish GCP L 21 L3L2L26
Veronica longifolia Speedwell, Long Leaf P L 5 L 5
Veronica orientalis Speedwell, Oriental P L 6 L 6
Veronica pectinata Speedwell, Wooly Creeping GCP L 20 L4L2L26
Veronica peduncularis 'Georgia Blue' Speedwell, Georgia Blue P L 10 L 1 L 11
Veronica prostrata Speedwell, Prostrate GCP L 12 L2L2L16
Veronica repens Speedwell, Creeping GCP L 17 L3L2L22
Veronica spicata Speedwell, Spike P M 18 L1L1M20
Veronica spicata incana Speedwell, Wooly P L 16 L 1 L 17
Veronicastrum virginicum Bowman's Root P M 11 M 11
Viburnum carlesii Viburnum, Koreanspice S M 30 M 3 L 2 M 35
Viburnum dentatum Viburnum, Arrowwood S M 24 M 4 L 2 M 30
Viburnum dilatatum Viburnum, Linden S L 6 M 1 M 1 M 8
Viburnum lantana Wayfaringtree S T L 34 L7L4L45
Viburnum lentago Viburnum, Nannyberry S L 26 L 5 M 3 L 34
Viburnum opulus Viburnum, European S M 26 M 5 L 2 M 33
Viburnum plicatum tomentosum Viburnum, Doublefile S M 18 M 3 M 2 M 23
Viburnum prunifolium Viburnum, Blackhaw S M 16 L4L2M22
Viburnum rufidulum Viburnum, Rusty Blackhaw S M 5 M 1 M 1 M 7
Viburnum sargentii Viburnum Sargent S M 13 L3L2L18
Viburnum trilobum Viburnum, American Cranberrybu S M 24 L5L2M31
Viburnum x bodnantense 'Pink Dawn' Viburnum, Pink Dawn S M 15 M 2 M 2 M 19
Viburnum x burkwoodii Viburnum, Burkwood S M 27 L4L1M32
Viburnum x carlcephalum Viburnum, Fragrant Snowball S M 16 L3L2M21
Viburnum x juddii Viburnum, Judd S M 18 M 3 L 2 M 23
Viburnum x rhytidophylloides 'Alleghany' Viburnum, Alleghany S L 23 L4L2L29
Viguiera multiflora Showy Goldeneye P L 5 L 5
Vinca major Periwinkle, Big-Leaf GCP M 16 M 2 M 2 M 20
Vinca minor Periwinkle GCP L 24 L 3 M 2 L 29
Viola canadensis Violet, Canadian P M 6 M 1 M 7
Viola cornuta Pansy, Tufted P M 15 M 1 M 1 M 17
Viola corsica Violet, Corsican P M 16 M 1 M 1 M 18
Viola odorata Violet, English P M 13 M 1 M 14
Viola tricolor Viola, Johnny-jump-up A M 22 M 2 M 24
Viola x wittrockiana Pansy A M 21 M 3 M 24
Vitis cultivars Grape cultivars S V M 22 M 4 M 1 M 27
Vitis riparia Grape, Frost S V M 11 M 3 M 1 M 15
Waldsteinia ternata Strawberry, Barren GCP L 20 L3L2L25
Weigela florida Weigela S M 22 M 4 M 2 M 28
Wisteria floribunda Japanese Wisteria V L 2 L 2
Wisteria sinensis Wisteria, Chinese V M 16 M 16
Xanthoceras sorbifolium Yellowhorn T L 10 L 2 H 1 M 13
Yucca baccata Yucca, Banana S VL 26 VL 6 VL 4 VL 36
Yucca elata Soap Tree S VL 23 VL 5 VL 4 VL 32
Yucca filamentosa Adam's Needle S L 27 VL 5 VL 3 L 35
Yucca glauca Soapweed S VL 28 VL 6 VL 6 VL 40
Yucca recurivifolia Yucca, Spineless S VL 15 VL 4 VL 3 VL 22
Zauschneria californica latifolia Hummingbird Flower P L 19 VL 1 L 20
Zauschneria garrettii 'Orange Carpet' California Fuchsia, Orange P L 23 VL 2 L 25
Zelkova serrata Zelkova, Japanese T M 11 M 3 M 2 M 16
Zinnia elegans Zinnia A L 23 L1L2L26
Zinnia grandiflora Paper Flower P VL 23 VL 3 VL 1 VL 27
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APPENDIX C – COLORADO STATE UNIVERSITY FIREWISE PLANT LIST
All landscape plantings for properties located in the Moderate or High Wildfire Hazard zone of the City
(see Appendix D) must be firewise. Plants should be selected from the plant list provided by the Colorado
State University Extension Office, which is copied below and can be found here:
http://extension.colostate.edu/topic-areas/natural-resources/firewise-plant-materials-6-305/
Applicant shall provide references for any proposed firewise plant that is not included in this plant list.
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The following list was prepared by Phil Hoefer (retired) Colorado State Forest Service. It was reviewed by Jim Knopf, a landscape
architect in Boulder, and two landscape architects on Colorado’s Western Slope. Bloom time is approximate (observed in Boulder at
5,600 feet).
Key: Water needs: VL = very low L = low M = medium H = high
Sun/Shade: S = sun PS = part sun Sh = shade
Elevation: Y = Yes N = No ? = Questionable or unknown
Approx.Approx.Elevation Approx.
Water Sun/Shade Mature (1,000 ft.) Bloom
Scientific Name Common Name Needs Preference Height 5 6 7 8 9 Month
Flowers and Ground Covers
Achillea lanulosa a Native yarrow L-H S/PS 1.5 - 2' Y Y Y Y Y Jul
Achillea tomentosa b Woolly yarrow M-H S/PS .5' Y Y N N N Jul
Aconitum spp.c Monkshood M-H S 2' Y Y Y Y Y Jun-Jul
Aconitum columbianum ac Columbian monkshood M-H S 2' Y Y Y Y Y Jun-Jul
Ajuga reptans b Bugleweed H Sh < .5' Y Y Y Y Y Jun-Jul
Alchemilla sp. Lady’s mantle M-H PS/Sh 1' Y Y Y Y ? Jun-Jul
Allium cernuum ac Nodding onion L-H S/PS 1' Y Y Y Y Y Jun
Allium geyeri ac Geyer onion L-H S/PS 1' Y Y Y Y ? Jun
Anaphalis margaritacea a Pearly everlasting L-H S 1.5 - 2.5' Y Y Y Y ? Aug
Anemone blanda Windflower M-H S/PS 1' Y Y Y Y ? Apr-May
Antennaria parvifolia ab Small-leaf pussytoes M S/PS <.5' Y Y Y Y Y Jun
Antennaria rosea ab Rosy pussytoes M S/PS <.5' Y Y Y Y Y Jun
Aquilegia spp. Columbine M-H S/PS 1 - 2' Y Y Y Y Y Jun-Jul
Aquilegia coerulea a Colorado blue columbine M-H S/PS 1 - 2' Y Y Y Y Y Jun-Jul
Aquilegia chrysantha a Yellow columbine M-H S/PS 1 - 2' Y Y Y Y Y Jun-Aug
Arabis sp.b Rockcress L-H S < 1' Y Y Y Y Y May-Jun
Armeria maritima Sea thrift L-H S/PS .5' Y Y Y Y Y Apr-Jun
Artemisia caucasica Caucasian sage L-M S/PS 1-2'Y Y Y ? ? n/a
Artemisia frigida ac Fringed sage L-M S 1 - 1.5' Y Y Y Y Y n/a
Artemisia ludoviciana a Prairie sage L-M S 1 - 1.5' Y Y Y ? ? n/a
Aster laevis a Smooth aster L-H S/PS 1 - 3'Y Y Y Y ? Aug-Sep
Aster porteri a Porter aster L-M S 1' Y Y Y ? ? Aug-Sep
Aubrieta sp.b False rockcress M S 1' Y Y Y Y Y Apr-May
Aurinia sp.b Basket of gold M S/PS 1' Y Y Y Y Y Apr-May
Calochortus gunnisonii a Mariposa lily M-H S .5 - 2' Y Y Y Y ? Jul-Aug
Campanula rotundifolia a Common harebell M-H S .5 - 1' Y Y Y Y Y May-Oct
Centranthus ruber Jupiter’s beard L-H S/Sh 2 - 2.5' Y Y Y Y ? May-Oct
Cerastium strictum ab Mouse ear chickweed M S/PS 1' Y Y Y Y ? May-Jun
Cerastium tomentosum b Snow-in-summer L-M S/PS 1' Y Y Y Y Y May-Jun
Claytonia lanceolata a Spring beauty M Sh .5 - 1.5' Y Y Y ? ? Mar-Apr
Convallaria majalis bc Lily-of-the-valley H Sh < 1' Y Y Y Y ? May-Jun
Delosperma nubigenum b Hardy yellow iceplant M-H S .5' Y Y Y ? ? Jun
Delphinium spp.c Delphinium M-H S/PS .5 - 3'+ Y Y Y Y Y Jun-Jul
Dianthus spp. Pinks L-H S <.5' - 2' Y Y Y Y Y May-Aug
Doronicum sp. Leopard’s bane H S/PS 2 - 3' Y Y Y Y ? Jul-Aug
Echinacea purpureaa Purple coneflower M S 2 - 3' Y Y Y Y Y Jul-Aug
Epilobium angustifolium Fireweed H S/PS 3' N Y Y Y Y Jul-Aug
Erigeron flagellaris a Whiplash daisy, trailing L-M S < 1' Y Y ? ? ? Jun-Jul
fleabane
Eriogonum umbellatum a Sulphur flower M S/PS <.5' Y Y Y Y Y Jun-Jul
Erysimum asperum a Western wallflower M S/PS 1'+ Y Y Y Y ? Jun-Jul
Gaillardia aristata a Blanket flower L-M S 1 - 1.5' Y Y Y Y Y Jul-Sep
Galium boreale ab Northern bedstraw M-H Sh <1' Y Y Y Y Y May-Jun
Geranium spp. Hardy geraniums M Sh/PS 2' Y Y Y Y Y May-Oct
Geranium caespitosum a Wild geranium M Sh/PS 2' Y Y Y Y Y May-Oct
Geum triflorum Prairie smoke M-H S/PS 1.5' Y Y Y ? ? Jun
Helianthella Aspen sunflower M S 1' ? ? ? Y Y ?
quinquenervis a
Helianthemum Rockrose M-H S < 1' Y Y Y ? ? May-Jun
nummularium
Helianthus pumilus a Small sunflower M S 1 - 2' Y Y Y ? ? Jun-Jul
Heuchera spp. Coral bells M-H PS/Sh 1 - 2' Y Y Y Y Y Jun-Aug
Ipomopsis aggregata a Scarlet gilia M S/PS 1 - 2' Y Y Y Y Y Jun-Aug
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Water Sun/Shade Mature (1,000 ft.) Bloom
Scientific Name Common Name Needs Preference Height 5 6 7 8 9 Month
Iris germanica Bearded iris L-M S 1 - 3' Y Y Y Y Y May-Jun
Iris missouriensis ac Missouri iris M-H S 1 - 2' Y Y Y Y Y May
Lamium sp.b Dead nettle M-H Sh < 1' Y Y Y Y ? May-Jun
Lavandula spp. Lavender L-M S 1 - 2' Y Y Y ? ? Jun-Nov
Leucocrinum montanum a Sand lily L-M S < 1' Y Y Y ? ? May
Liatris punctata a Dotted gayfeather VL-L S 1 - 2' Y Y Y Y Y Aug-Oct
Linum lewisii ac Wild blue flax L-H S/PS 1 - 2' Y Y Y Y Y May-Sep
Lupinus argenteus ac Silver lupine M Sh/PS 1 - 3' Y Y Y Y Y Jun-Jul
Mertensia lanceolata a Narrow-leaved chiming bells M-H Sh/PS 1 - 2' Y Y Y Y Y May-Jun
Mimulus guttatus a Yellow monkey-flower H Sh 1' ? Y Y Y Y ?
Monarda fistulosa a Native beebalm M-H S/PS 1 - 2' Y Y Y Y Y Jul-Oct
Oenothera caespitosa a White stemless evening L-M S 1 - 2' Y Y Y Y Y Jun-Aug
primrose
Papaver orientale Oriental poppy H S/Sh 2 - 3' Y Y Y Y Y May-Jun
Penstemon caespitosus ab Mat penstemon L-M S < .5' Y Y Y Y Y Jun
Penstemon secundiflorus Sidebells L-M S 1 - 2' Y Y Y Y ? May-Jun
Penstemon teucrioides a Germander penstemon L-M S .5' Y Y Y ? ? Jun-Jul
Penstemon virens ac Blue mist penstemon M S/PS .5' Y Y Y Y Y May-Jun
Phlox subulata Moss phlox M S < .5' Y Y Y Y Y May
Polemonium sp. Jacob’s ladder H S/PS 1 - 2' Y Y Y Y Y May-Aug
Potentilla fissa a Leafy potentilla M-H PS 1' Y Y Y Y ? ?
Potentilla verna b Spring potentilla M-H PS < .5' Y Y Y Y Y Mar-May
Pulsatilla patens a Pasque flower M S/PS 1' Y Y Y Y Y Mar-May
Ratibida columnifera a Prairie coneflower L-M S 2' Y Y Y Y Y Jul-Sep
Rudbeckia hirta a Black-eyed Susan M-H S 2 - 3' Y Y Y Y Y Jul-Sep
Salvia officinalis Cooking sage L-M S/PS 2' Y Y Y Y ? Jun
Saxifraga hirsuta Saxifrage H S/PS .5'+ Y Y Y Y Y May-Jun
Scutellaria brittonii a Skullcap M S/PS .5 - 1' Y Y Y Y ? Aug-Sep
Sedum spp.b Stonecrop M S/PS 1 - 1.5' Y Y Y Y Y Jul-Aug
Sedum lanceolatum a Yellow stonecrop M S/PS .5' Y Y Y Y Y Jul-Aug
Sempervivum sp. Hens and chicks L-M S/PS .5' Y Y Y Y Y n/a
Senecio spartioides ac Broom groundsel VL-L S 2 - 3' Y Y ? ? ? Sep-Oct
Solidago missouriensis a Smooth goldenrod L-M S 1 - 2' Y Y Y Y ? Jul-Aug
Thalictrum fendleri a Fendler meadowrue H S/PS 2 - 3' ? ? Y Y Y Jul-Aug
Thermopsis divaricarpa a Spreading golden banner M-H S/PS 2' Y Y Y Y ? May
Tradescantia occidentalis a Western spiderwort M S/PS 1.5' Y Y Y Y ? Jun-Aug
Thymus spp.b Thyme L-M S < .5' Y Y Y Y Y Jun-Jul
Veronica pectinata Speedwell L-M S < .5' Y Y Y Y Y Apr-Jul
Vinca minor b Periwinkle, myrtle H Sh < 1' Y Y Y Y ? Apr-Jun
Waldsteinia sp.b Barren strawberry M-H Sh/PS < 1' Y Y Y Y ? May-Jun
Shrubs
Arctostaphylos Pinemat manzanita M S/PS 1 - 2' Y Y Y N N n/a
nevadensis ab
Arctostaphylos patula a Greenleaf manzanita M S/PS 3 - 4' Y Y Y N N n/a
Arctostaphylos uva-ursi ab Kinnikinnick, bearberry M S/Sh 1' Y Y Y Y Y n/a
Betula glanulosa a Bog birch H S/PS 6 - 8' Y Y Y Y Y n/a
Calluna sp. Heather H S/PS 2' Y Y Y ? ? Jul-Aug
Ceanothus fendleri a Buckbrush, mountain lilac M S 2' Y Y Y ? ? Jul
Cercocarpus intricatus a Little-leaf mountain VL-L S 4 - 6' Y Y Y Y ? n/a
mahogany
Cercocarpus montanus ac True mountain mahogany L-M S 4 - 6' Y Y Y Y ? n/a
Chrysothamnus spp.a Rabbitbrush VL-L S 2 - 6' Y Y Y Y Y Jul-Aug
Cornus stolonifera a Redtwig dogwood H S/Sh 4 - 6' Y Y Y Y Y n/a
Cotoneaster horizontalis Spreading cotoneaster M S/PS 2 - 3' Y Y Y Y ? May-Jun
Daphne burkwoodii Burkwood daphne M S/PS 2 - 3' Y Y Y ? ? Apr-Jun
Erica sp. Heath H S/PS 1' Y Y Y ? ? Jan-Mar
Euonymus alatus Burning bush euonymus M S/Sh 1 - 6' Y Y Y ? ? n/a
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Fallugia paradoxa a Apache plume VL-L S 2 - 4' Y Y Y Y Y Jun-Oct
Holodiscus dumosus a Ocean spray, L-M S/PS 4' Y Y Y Y Y Jun
cliff/rock spirea
Jamesia americana a Wax flower M-H S/Sh 2 - 6' Y Y Y Y Y Jun
Lonicera tatarica Tatarian honeysuckle M S/PS 4 - 6' Y Y Y Y Y May-Jun
Mahonia aquifolium Oregon grape holly M-H S/Sh 4 - 6' Y Y Y ? ? May-Jun
Mahonia repens ab Creeping grape holly L-H S/Sh 1 - 2' Y Y Y Y Y Mar-May
Philadelphus Little-leaf mockorange M S 2 - 3' Y Y Y Y ? Jun
microphyllus a
Physocarpus Mountain ninebark M S/Sh 2 - 4v Y Y Y Y Y Jun
monogynus a
Potentilla fruticosa a Shrubby cinquefoil M S/PS 2 - 3' Y Y Y Y Y May-Sep
Prunus besseyi a Western sand cherry L-M S 1 - 3' Y Y Y Y ? May
Purshia tridentata a Antelope bitterbrush L-M S 1 - 2' Y Y Y ? ? Jun-Aug
Ribes aureum a Golden currant M S/PS 2 - 3' Y Y Y Y Y Apr-May
Rosa woodsii a Woods’ or native wild rose M S/PS 2 - 3' Y Y Y Y Y Jun-Jul
Shepherdia canadensis d Russet buffaloberry M-H S 5 - 6' Y Y Y Y Y n/a
Symphoricarpos spp. d Snowberry, coralberry M S/PS 2 - 3' Y Y Y Y Y n/a
Viburnum edule a Highbush cranberry H S 6 - 8' Y Y Y Y Y May-Jun
Yucca baccata a Banana or broad-leaf yucca VL-L S/PS 2 - 3' Y Y Y N N Jun
Yucca filamentosa Adam’s needle M S/PS 2 - 3' Y Y Y N N Jun
Yucca glauca a Spanish bayonet, small VL-L S/PS 2 - 3' Y Y Y Y ? Jun
soapweed, Great Plains yucca
Large Shrubs and Trees
Acer ginnala Ginnala maple M-H S 6 - 10' Y Y Y Y Y n/a
Acer glabrum a Rocky Mountain maple M-H S/Sh 6 - 10' Y Y Y Y Y n/a
Acer grandidentatum a Wasatch maple M S/PS 10 - 20' Y Y Y Y ? n/a
Alnus tenuifolia a Thinleaf alder H S/PS 6 - 8' Y Y Y Y Y Apr
Amelanchier alnifolia ac Saskatoon alder-leaf M S/PS 6 - 8' Y Y Y Y Y Apr-May
serviceberry
Amelanchier utahensis a Utah serviceberry VL-M S 4 - 6' Y Y N N N May
Betula fontinalis a River birch H S/PS 6 - 8' Y Y Y Y ? n/a
Cercocarpus ledifolius a Mountain mahogany VL-L S 6 - 15' Y Y ? N N n/a
Corylus cornuta a Filbert, beaked hazelnut H S/Sh 5 - 6' Y Y Y ? ? n/a
Crataegus spp.a Hawthorn (several native) M S 6 - 8' Y Y Y Y ? May
Fraxinus pennsylvancia Green ash M-H S 20 - 25' Y Y Y Y ? n/a
Gleditsia triacanthos Honeylocust M-H S 60 - 70' Y Y N N N May
Malus sp. Crabapple M S 10 - 15' Y Y Y Y N Apr-May
Physocarpus opulifolius a Tall ninebark M S/PS 4 - 6' Y Y Y ? N May
Populus tremuloides a Aspen M S 8 - 25' Y Y Y Y Y n/a
Prunus americana a American wild plum M S/PS 4 - 6' Y Y Y Y N Apr
Prunus cerasiferac Flowering plum M S/PS 8 - 10' Y Y Y ? N Apr
Prunus pensylvanica ac Pin/fire/wild/red cherry M S/PS 6 - 8' Y Y Y ? N May
Prunus virginiana Western chokecherry M-H S/PS 6 - 8' Y Y Y Y Y Apr-May
melanocarpa ac
Rubus deliciosus a Boulder raspberry, M S/Sh 4 - 6' Y Y Y Y Y Apr-May
thimbleberry
Salix amygdaloides a Peachleaf willow H S/PS 20 - 30' Y Y Y Y ? n/a
Shepherdia argentea a Silver buffaloberry M S/PS 4 - 6' Y Y Y Y ? Apr
Sorbus scopulina a Western mountain ash M-H S/Sh 6 - 8' Y Y Y Y ? May
Syringa vulgaris Common lilac M S 6 - 8' Y Y Y Y Y May
a Native species.
b Ground cover plant.
c This species, or some species in this genus, may be poisonous to livestock, pets, wildlife and/or people under some conditions.
Before planting, check with Colorado State University Extension, Colorado State Forest Service, or other knowledgeable personnel.
d Several species of symphoricarpos are native.
Approx. Approx. Elevation Approx.
Water Sun/Shade Mature (1,000 ft.) Bloom
Scientific Name Common Name Needs Preference Height 5 6 7 8 9 Month
City of Aspen Water Efficient Landscaping Standards Page C-4
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APPENDIX D – CITY OF ASPEN AND PITKIN COUNTY WILDFIRE HAZARD ASSESSMENT MAPS
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FIGURE D1. CITY OF ASPEN WILDFIRE HAZARD ASSESSMENT MAP
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FIGURE D2. PITKIN COUNTY WILDFIRE HAZARD ASSESSMENT MAP
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John W. Hickenlooper, Governor | Robert Randall, DNR Executive Director
The City of Aspen's Landscape Code revision is an excellent example o
into larger statewide efforts to reduce outdoor water use in Colorado. Comprehensive
landscape codes are key to reducing outdoor demand and 'building it smart from the start".
consider the City of Aspen’s effort as the most comprehensive on the West Slope fo
soil amendment, irrigation system standards, and auditing the installed irrigation system.
In Colorado's Water Plan, the CWCB
reduction by 2050 with one of the largest drivers
6.3 of Colorado's Water Plan, the CWCB
reduce outdoor demand as well as reducing water use in new
Support local water smart ordinances:
will provide trainings that support local regulatory efforts that shape the ways
in which new construction interacts with water use. For example, local
jurisdictions could craft landscape and irrigation ordinances, tap fees that
reflect actual water uses, education or certification for landscape
professionals, green-infrastructure ordinances, and more stringent green
construction codes that include higher
water-wise landscapes. It is imperative that this action ex
and environment benefits of urban landscapes.
The City of Aspen's landscape code revision fits squarely in this action, will contribute to the
400,000 acre foot statewide demand reduction goal and will serve as an excellent example for
other water providers on the West Slope
Sincerely,
Kevin D. Reidy
State Water Conservation Specialist
Colorado Water Conservation Board
3/1/2017
Lee Ledesma
Utilities Finance and Adminsitrative Services Manager
City of Aspen
130 S. Galena St.
Aspen,CO 81611
1313 Sherman Street, Room 718
Denver, CO 80203
P 303.866.3441 F 303.866.4474 www.cwcb.state.co.us
Robert Randall, DNR Executive Director | James Eklund, CWCB Director
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The City of Aspen's Landscape Code revision is an excellent example of how local efforts tie
larger statewide efforts to reduce outdoor water use in Colorado. Comprehensive
landscape codes are key to reducing outdoor demand and 'building it smart from the start".
consider the City of Aspen’s effort as the most comprehensive on the West Slope fo
soil amendment, irrigation system standards, and auditing the installed irrigation system.
In Colorado's Water Plan, the CWCB set a goal of 400,000 acre feet municipal demand
one of the largest drivers being more efficient outdoor use.
6.3 of Colorado's Water Plan, the CWCB created an action supporting local ordinances
ll as reducing water use in new development:
Support local water smart ordinances: Over the next two years, the CWCB
will provide trainings that support local regulatory efforts that shape the ways
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ses, education or certification for landscape
infrastructure ordinances, and more stringent green-
construction codes that include higher-efficiency fixtures and appliances and
wise landscapes. It is imperative that this action explore the societal
and environment benefits of urban landscapes.
The City of Aspen's landscape code revision fits squarely in this action, will contribute to the
statewide demand reduction goal and will serve as an excellent example for
on the West Slope to follow.
State Water Conservation Specialist
Colorado Water Conservation Board
Utilities Finance and Adminsitrative Services Manager
1313 Sherman Street, Room 718
cwcb.state.co.us
James Eklund, CWCB Director
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May 22, 2017
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MEMORANDUM
To: Mayor Skadron and Aspen City Council
Thru: Jessica Garrow, Community Development Director
From: Hillary Seminick, Planner
RE: Lift One Lodge Subdivision and Planned Development (710/720 S. Aspen St.),
Extension of Vested Rights Resolution No. 90, Series 2017 – Public Hearing
Meeting
Date: May 22, 2017
APPLICANT/OWNER:
Lift One Lodge Aspen, LLC
REPRESENTATIVE:
Sunny Vann, Vann and Associates. LLC
LOCATION:
710/720 S. Aspen St., AKA Lift One
Lodge Subdivision and Planned
Development
CURRENT ZONING AND
APPROVED USE:
Lodge (L) Zone District with a Planned
Development (PD) Overlay. Current site-
specific approvals allow for
redevelopment of the four lot subdivision.
Lot 1 will contain Lift One Lodge and the
Skiers Chalet Steakhouse will be located
on Lot 2. Both Lots 3 and 4 are owned by
the City - the historic Lift One tower is
located on Lot 3 and Willoughby Park is
on Lot 4. The Skiers Chalet Lodge,
presently located on Lot 1, is approved to
be relocated to Lot 4 and house the Aspen
Historical Society Museum.
PROPOSED LAND USE:
The Applicant is requesting a three-year
extension of vested development rights.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Approval of Vested Rights Extension not to
exceed one year, expiring on November 28, 2019,
with conditions.
SUMMARY:
The Applicant is requesting an extension of
vested rights to allow the owner of Lots 1 and 2
to participate with the City, Aspen Skiing
Company, and the potential Gorsuch Haus project
to assess potential options to relocate the Shadow
Mountain Lift (Lift One A).
Photo: Lift One Lodge location, looking south
east.
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LAND USE REQUESTS AND REVIEW PROCEDURES:
The Applicant is requesting the following land use approval:
· Extension of Vested Rights: to extend the vested rights of the approved mixed-use
project, pursuant to Land Use Code Section 26.308.010 C., Extension or Reinstatement
of Vested Rights. (City Council is the final review authority).
PROJECT HISTORY:
The Lift One Lodge Subdivision and Planned Development was approved November 14, 2011
by Aspen City Council Ordinance No. 28, Series 2011. The ordinance granted approvals for
Planned Development, Subdivision, Rezoning, Timeshare, Growth Management, Right-of-Way
Vacations, Conditional Use for restaurant/bar and dormitory units, Mountain View Plane
Review, Condominumization, and Commercial Design Review. The project is approved in four
(4) lots, which include a timeshare lodge with commercial space, affordable housing, and two
parks. Detailed information about the approved land uses and dimensions as well as a graphic of
the four-lot subdivision is attached as Exhibit A.
2015 Design Amendment: The Applicant recently amended the project approvals in 2015.
Planning and Zoning Resolution No. 2, Series 2016 granted an amendment to the Detailed
Review approvals for the Lift One Lodge portion of the overall project to update the exterior
materials of the lodge and reconfigure the interior of the building. The original approvals had
allocated 18,413 sq. ft. of accessory lodge space for the exclusive use of members of the Roaring
Fork Club. This accessory lodge space was converted to Commercial Net Leasable area. The Net
Leasable area is anticipated to include additional restaurant and retail spaces, a spa, locker rooms
and ski storage, resulting in a project with more community facing spaces than the originally
approved lodge that was more privatized. The updated design was subject to City Council call-
up review, and was accepted by City Council in early 2016. An image of the approved design is
below, in Figure 1.
Figure 1. Lift One Lodge Rendering Looking South Towards Aspen Mountain
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Vested Rights Changes: Section 23, Vested Rights of the approval ordinance established a five
year vesting period for the approval. The original development order for the project was set to
expire on November 28, 2016. City Council Resolution No. 41, Series 2015 (Exhibit B,
Application Exhibit 9) granted a two (2) year extension of vested rights to the project, extending
the vesting period until November 28, 2018. Figure 2, below, outlines the overall timeline for
the project’s vested rights.
Figure 2. Overall Project Timeline
Approval Subject of Approval Date of Approval
Expiration of
Approval
Ordinance No. 28,
Series 2011
Lift One Lodge
Subdivision and
Planned Development,
Original Approval November 14, 2011
November 28,
2016
City Council
Resolution No. 41,
Series 2015
Extension of Vested
Rights April 13, 2015
November 28,
2018
Planning and Zoning
Resolution No. 2,
Series 2016
Amendment, Planned
Development, Detailed
Review March 15, 2016
November 28,
2018
LAND USE REQUEST SUMMARY:
The Applicant has submitted a request for an extension of vested rights for three years to allow
time to consider project amendments that would respond to ongoing discussions regarding the
replacement of the Shadow Mountain Lift, AKA Lift 1A. The Aspen Skiing Company is in the
process of replacing, and potentially relocating, the lift terminus. The Applicant anticipates that
the relocation of the lift will necessitate amendments to the Lift One Lodge design and
potentially other aspects of the Planned Development. An amendment would require changes to
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construction documents that are currently being drafted for the permit submittal. The Applicant
has further concerns regarding the duration required to amend not only the development
approvals, but the associated construction documents required for building permit submittal. The
Applicant requests a three year extension of vested rights to provide adequate time to allow for
continued dialogue around the lift relocation, land use approval process associated with
amendments to respond to a new lift terminus, and drafting of required building permit
construction documentation.
STAFF COMMENTS:
Staff supports the Applicant’s desire to be included on the ongoing lift replacement conversation
and desire to respond to a new lift terminal location. Exhibit A provides a more detailed analysis
of the review criteria in considering an extension of vested rights. Staff supports the Applicant’s
involvement in the lift replacement conversation and feels that extending the vested rights for
one year to November 28, 2019 allows for the Applicant to participate in this conversation. This
would also allow for the Applicant to submit for an amendment to respond to a new lift terminal
within the period of vesting, and if the Applicant deems necessary, an additional extension of
vested rights at that time.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of the request for extension of vested rights for one year, with
conditions. If City Council supports the extension of vested rights, Staff recommends the
inclusion of the following conditions:
1. The statutory vested property right shall not preclude the application of regulations which
are general in nature and are applicable to all property subject to land use regulation by
the City of Aspen including, but not limited to, building, fire, plumbing, electrical and
mechanical codes, and all adopted impact fees The developer shall abide by any and all
such building, fire, plumbing, electrical and mechanical codes and impact fees that are in
effect at the time of building permit, unless an exemption therefrom is granted in writing.
RECOMMENDED MOTION: (All motions are proposed in the affirmative)
“I move to approve Resolution No. 90, Series of 2017, approving a one year extension of
vested property rights for the Lift One Lodge Subdivision and Planned Development, subject
to conditions, originally approved by Ordinance No. 28, Series 2011, as amended.”
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS:
____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
EXHIBITS
A – Lift One Lodge Subdivision and Planned Development Approval Summary
B – Review criteria and staff findings
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C – Application for Extension of Vested Rights
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RESOLUTION NO. 90
(Series of 2017)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ASPEN APPROVING AN EXTENSION OF THE
VESTED RIGHTS GRANTED BY ORDINANCE NO. 28, SERIES 2011 FOR THE LIFT
ONE LODGE SUBDIVISION AND PLANNED DEVELOPMENT LEGALLY
DESCRIBED AS LOTS 1-4 OF THE LIFT ONE SUBDIVISION/PUD, ACCORDING TO
THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED MARCH 2013 AT RECEPTION NO. 597438,
COUNTY OF PITKIN, COLORADO.
Parcel No. 2735-131-01-800, 2735-131-01-001, 2735-131-01-002, 2735-131-01-801
WHEREAS, The Community Development Department received an application from
Lift One Lodge Aspen LLC, represented by Sunny Vann, of Vann and Associates, LLC,
requesting approval of a three (3) year extension of vested rights for The Lift One Lodge
Subdivision and Planned Development pursuant to Ordinance No. 41 and City Council
Resolution No. 41, Series 2015; and,
WHEREAS, City Council approved Resolution No. 41, Series of 2015, granting
approval of a two (2) year extension to vested rights, set to expire November 28, 2018; and,
WHEREAS, the Aspen City Council has reviewed and considered the requested three
(3) year extension of vested rights for the Lift One Lodge Subdivision and Planned Development
under the applicable provisions of the Municipal Code as identified herein, has reviewed and
considered the recommendation of the Community Development Director, and has taken and
considered public comment at public hearing; and,
WHEREAS, the City Council finds that the extension of vested rights proposal meets or
exceeds all applicable land use standards and that the approval of the extension of vested rights
proposal meets regulatory requirements; and,
WHEREAS, the City Council finds that this Resolution furthers and is necessary for the
promotion of public health, safety and welfare.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF ASPEN,
COLORADO, THAT:
Section 1:
The Aspen City Council does hereby approve an extension of vested rights for one year, to
expire on November 28, 2019, conditioned on the following:
1. The statutory vested property right shall not preclude the applications of regulations
which are general in nature and are applicable to all property subject to land use
regulation by the City of Aspen including, but not limited to, building, fire, plumbing,
electrical and mechanical codes, and all adopted impact fees The developer shall abide
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by any and all such building, fire, plumbing, electrical and mechanical codes and impact
fees that are in effect at the time of building permit, unless an exemption therefrom is
granted in writing.
2. All conditions from Ordinance 28, Series of 2011 and Planning and Zoning Commission
Resolution 2, Series of 2015 shall remain in effect.
Section 2:
All material representations and commitments made by the applicant pursuant to the
development proposal approvals as herein awarded, whether in public hearing or documentation
presented before the City Council are hereby incorporated in such plan development approvals
and the same shall be complied with as if fully set for the herein, unless amended by an
authorized entity.
Section 3:
The Resolution shall not affect 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 4:
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.
Section 5:
A duly noticed public hearing on the Resolution was held on the 22nd day of May, 2017 at 5:00
PM in the City Council Chambers, Aspen City Hall, Aspen, Colorado.
FINALLY, adopted, passed and approved by a _____ to _____ (__-__) vote on this 22nd day of
May, 2017.
Approved as to form: Approved as to content:
_______________________________ _______________________________
James R. True, City Attorney Steven Skadron, Mayor
Attest:
_______________________________
Linda Manning, City Clerk
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EXHIBIT A
Lift One Lodge Subdivision and Planned Development
Vested Rights Extension
Lift One Lodge Subdivision and Planned Development Approvals Summary
Lot Approved Improvements
Lot 1 | Lift One Lodge
· 41,268 sq. ft. lot
· 22 timeshare lodging units with a total
84 keys
· 5 free market units
· Subgrade parking garage, 163 spaces
· Total Floor Area Ratio of 1.95:1 or
76,123 sq. ft.
· Maximum height
East wing: 29.3-43.75 feet
West wing: 24.9-53 feet
· Public access, ski easements, ski area
operations
Lot 2 | Skiers Chalet Ski House
· Relocated and rehabilitated Skier
Chalet Steakhouse providing housing
for 16 employees in 8 dorm units
Lot 3 | Lift One Park
· Public park
· A portion of the historic Lift One
· Underground parking (associated with
Lift One Lodge)
· Public access, ski easements, ski area
operations
Lot 4 | Willoughby Park
· Public park
· Historic Lift One terminal and
wheelhouse
· Skier drop-off area
· Public access, ski easements, ski area
operations
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Vested Rights Extension
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City Council Review Criteria and Staff Comments
26.308.010[C] - Extension or reinstatement of vested rights. The City Council may, by
resolution at a public hearing noticed by publication, mailing and posting (See Subparagraphs
26.304.060[E][3][a][b] and [c]) approve an extension or reinstatement of expired vested rights or
a revoked development order in accordance with this Section.
1. In reviewing a request for the extension or reinstatement of vested rights the City
Council shall consider, but not be limited to, the following criteria:
Staff Note: the four criteria below are required for review, but City Council is not limited
by these criteria in making a determination regarding the extension.
a) The applicant's compliance with any conditions requiring performance prior to
the date of application for extension or reinstatement;
Staff Response: The Applicant, pursuant to Section 2 of City Council Resolution No.
41, Series 2015; has met the following conditions of approval:
1. The applicant provide proof of a cost-sharing or reimbursement agreement with
the South Aspen Townhomes property on the west site of South Aspen Street
regarding improvements to the South Aspen Street right-of-way.
2. The applicant establish an agreement with the City of Aspen City Engineer
regarding the logistics and timing of closing Gilbert Street, which may be based
upon improvements being made to South Aspen Street by either Lift One Lodge
or the South Aspen Townhome projects.
Condition one (1) was satisfied on August 11th, 2015 and recorded at Reception No.
622523. Condition two (2) was satisfied on August 17, 2015. The Gilbert Street
agreement was not required to be recorded. Staff finds this criterion is met.
b) The progress made in pursuing the project to date including the effort to obtain
any other permits, including a building permit and the expenditures made by the
applicant in pursuing the project;
Staff Response: The Applicant represents they have completed twenty five (25) percent
of the construction documentation required for building permit submittal. The Applicant
has completed the schematic design phase and is continuing to work on value
engineering. It is anticipated an additional nine to twelve months will be necessary for
full completion of the construction documentation. Based on the timeline provided by the
Applicant, the building permit could be submitted between February and May of 2018, or
between three (3) and six (6) months prior to the current vested rights expiration. Staff
finds this criterion to be met.
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c) The nature and extent of any benefits already received by the City as a result of
the project approval such as impact fees or land dedications;
Staff Response: The City vacated a portion of the Gilbert Street right-of-way pursuant to
Ordinance No. 28, Series 2011 and the Street, Alleyway, and Easement Vacation Plat
Recorded on March 5, 2013 at Book 101, Page 98, Reception No. 591435. The Applicant
provided the City of Aspen a temporary easement of said portion of Gilbert Street. The
Gilbert Street easement agreement, as noted in Criterion 26.308.010(c)(1)(a), entered on
August 11, 2015, has allowed for continued public access. Staff this criterion met.
d) The needs of the City and the applicant that would be served by the approval of
the extension or reinstatement request.
Staff Response: The Applicant requests the vested rights extension be granted to allow
for the Applicant to be involved in dialogue surrounding the lift terminus replacement
location. This would likely require a different design solution, as the original approval
did not anticipate a change in the lift terminus. Staff finds this criterion met.
2. An extension or reinstatement may be in the form of a written agreement duly
authorized and executed by the applicant and the City. Reasonable conditions may
be imposed by the City Council including, but not limited to, compliance with any
amendments to this Title adopted subsequent to the effective date of the
development order and associated vested rights.
Staff Response: If Council supports the Applicant’s request for the extension, Staff has
recommended the following conditions of approval:
a. The statutory vested property right shall not preclude the applications of
regulations which are general in nature and are applicable to all property subject
to land use regulation by the City of Aspen including, but not limited to, building,
fire, plumbing, electrical and mechanical codes, and all adopted impact fees The
developer shall abide by any and all such building, fire, plumbing, electrical and
mechanical codes and impact fees that are in effect at the time of building permit,
unless an exemption therefrom is granted in writing.
3. If the request is for reinstatement of a revoked development order, the City Council
shall determine the financial impacts of the investigation and may require the
applicant to pay the reasonable costs of investigation, enforcement and reporting by
City staff.
Staff Response: The development order has not been revoked. This criterion does not
apply.
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Mayor Skadron and City Council
FROM: Jessica Garrow, Community Development Director
Phillip Supino, Principal Long-Range Planner
DATE: May 22, 2017
RE: Ordinance 34, Series 2016: 26.435 Mountain View Planes
BACKGROUND AND SUMMARY
Ordinance 34 is the only remaining item for Council consideration from the AACP-LUC
coordination process. At the April 3, 2017 Council Meeting, Council requested additional
information about the impact of the proposed view plane regulations on lots and structures in the
foreground areas of view planes. Council continued the hearing to April 24, 2017. Due to
scheduling constraints, Council continued the hearing again from April 24th to May 22, 2017.
Staff has conducted the requested foreground analysis, discussion of which is included in the
following memo.
The proposed ordinance achieves Council’s goals for increasing protections for view planes
while providing for reasonable, minimally impactful development activities to occur in the
midground and background of a view plane. The code language strikes an effective balance
between preservation and flexibility to ensure that the downtown view shed is unimpeded by
future development. The following is a review of the policy changes proposed in the view
planes ordinance:
· Create distinct standards for fore-, mid- and backgrounds within each view plane.
· Cap new development in the foreground to a maximum of 15 feet.
· Add standards for exempt specific development activities in the midground and
background.
· Expand the Wagner Park view plane.
· Define the process and standards for Administrative Review and variances from view
plane requirements.
Staff recommends that Council approve Ordinance 34 at the May 22, 2017 Council meeting.
DISCUSSION
The discussion at the April 3 Council Meeting focused the potential impact of the proposed
regulations on properties in the foreground of a view plane. The proposed regulations would
allow for foreground properties to build a maximum one-story, 15-foot tall building in
compliance with the standards for minimal impact. This is a change from the current
regulations, which do not provide a specific height maximum or definition of minimal impact.
Under the current regulations, development in the foreground, which infringes upon a view
plane, may propose whatever height and mass permitted by underlying zoning, and it is left to
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the review body and Council to negotiate an agreeable design for the site. This puts all parties
involved in an unpredictable position.
The proposed regulations are designed to avoid that scenario while providing the strongest
possible protections for the view planes. Without predictability for properties in the foreground
of a view plane, the regulations themselves may be open to challenges which could undermine
the effectiveness of the view plane regulations in general. The proposed regulations strike a
balance that favors view plane protection over development rights and introduces a level of
predictability for the community as to what can happen, particularly in the foreground.
Following Council direction at the April 3rd meeting, staff compiled maps to analyze the actual
impact of the proposed foreground regulations. The findings of that analysis reveal that the
proposed regulations may only effect up to nine (9) properties. This is based on the following
assumptions of properties in the foreground:
· that historic buildings will not be redeveloped,
· buildings that already infringe upon a view plane in excess of the height allowed under
the proposed regulations will not be redeveloped,
· and buildings that have an existing redevelopment approval will not redevelop again in
the near future.
Given those assumptions, the number of properties that may propose to redevelop under the new
regulations is nine (9) out of a total of 71, or 12.5 percent. The analysis also showed that, of the
seven view planes, four (Glory Hole Park, Court House 1 & 2, and the Cooper Street) have zero
(0) properties that would likely redevelop under the new standards based on the assumptions
above. Main Street has two (2), Wagner Park has two (2), and The Wheeler Opera House has
five (5). Based on that analysis, it is staffs’ position that the proposed regulations offer improved
protection for view planes, improved predictability for property owners and the community with
minimal effect on the development potential of a majority of foreground properties.
Staff expects that, under the current regulations, any proposal to redevelop one of the nine (9)
foreground properties would result in development of some kind. The predictability provided by
the proposed regulations will help ensure future development that is acceptable to the community
and meets the minimal impact standards, which is an improvement from the status quo.
At the April 3rd meeting, Council also discussed the exemption for measuring height on sloped
lots and the potential effect on foreground properties. To determine whether the new
methodology for measuring height on sloped lots would affect a significant number of properties
in the foreground, staff analyzed the number of lots in the foreground with slopes greater than
three feet. Thirty-seven of the 53, or 70 percent, of the lots analyzed have slopes sufficient to
use the height measurement exception. Given this, the proposed foreground regulations were
amended to make the sloped lot height exception discretionary by the applicable review board.
The Review Body may determine whether there are site constraints and building design
requirements sufficient to warrant the exception. This ensures that the exception is only applied
where appropriate, to limit potential impacts to the foreground of a view plane.
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Finally, the foreground regulations were amended to allow for a minimum ceiling height of nine
feet six inches on the ground level. However, the allowance is limited to remodels that meet an
existing Growth Management Review - net leasable area may not increase by more than 250
square feet or gross floor area may not increase by more than 500 square feet. This language
was added to provide predictability and usability for property owners concerned about the future
usability of their property. Limiting this provision to properties where the net leasable area or
gross floor area do not substantially increase ensures that it does not function as an incentive to
redevelopment in the foreground of a view plane.
This final round of changes, focused on the foreground section of the ordinance, are a response
to Council’s direction and public comment from the April 3rd meeting. The ordinance reflects
staff’s and the project consultants’ task in the AACP-LUC coordination process to update and
modernize the regulations to ensure they protect view planes while not capturing small scale or
minimally impactful development activities in the view plane regulations. It is staff and the
project consultants’ position that the ordinance achieves those objectives while providing greater
predictability for the community as to how properties within view planes may be remodeled or
redeveloped.
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
“I move to approve Ordinance 34, Series 2016.”
ATTACHMENTS:
Exhibit A – Staff Findings
Exhibit B – Ordinance 34, Series 2016
Exhibit C – Foreground Standards Redlines
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ORDINANCE NO. 34
SERIES OF 2016
AN ORDINANCE OF THE ASPEN CITY COUNCIL ADOPTING CODE
AMENDMENTS RELATED TO MOUNTAIN VIEW PLANE REVIEW: 26.435.050
WHEREAS, in accordance with Sections 26.208 and 26.310 of the City of Aspen Land
Use Code, the City Council of the City of Aspen directed the Community Development
Department to craft code amendments to coordinate the Aspen Area Community Plan (AACP)
and the Land Use Code related to parking and mobility, the mix of commercial uses, commercial
design, and mountain view planes; and,
WHEREAS, the Community Development Department and a Consultant Team
consisting of White & Smith, LLC; Alan Richman Planning Services; Nelson Nygaard; Rowland
+ Broughton; BendonAdams; and Karen Setterfield conducted existing conditions research and
outreach with respect to commercial use mix, parking, mobility, commercial design, and
mountain view planes; and,
WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 26.310.020(B)(1), the Community Development
Department conducted extensive public outreach with community members, the Planning &
Zoning Commission, the Historic Preservation Commission, and City Council regarding the
commercial district, commercial design, parking and view plane regulations; and,
WHEREAS, from May through November, 2016, the City and the Consultant team
conducted 20 public outreach events, an online public outreach and survey page with over 1,230
visits, eleven (11) focus group meetings with stakeholders and City officials, five (5) meetings
with the Planning and Zoning Commission, four (4) meetings with the Historic Preservation
Commission, and fourteen (14) public meetings with the City Council;
WHEREAS, the Aspen City Council met in work sessions on February 29, 2016, April
12, 2016, April 18, 2016, April 26, 2016, May 10, 2016, June 21, 2016, July 18, 2016, August 9,
2016, August 28, 2016, September 13, 2016, September 19, 2016, September 27, 2016, October
10, 2016, and November 2, 2016, and provided general direction on code amendments; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 26.310.020(B)(2), during a duly noticed public hearing
on October 24, 2016, the City Council approved Resolution No. 147, Series of 2016, by a four to
zero (4 – 0) vote, requesting code amendments to the Land Use Code to implement the Aspen Area
Community Plan; and,
WHEREAS, amending the Land Use Code so it better reflects the goals of the AACP is a
City Council Top Ten Goal; and,
WHEREAS, the Aspen Area Community Plan provides for the City to establish lower
maximum building heights to maintain Aspen’s small town character (Growth Management Policy
I.6.a); and
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WHEREAS, the Aspen Area Community Plan provides for the City to amend zoning, the
Commercial Design Guidelines, Residential Design Guidelines and Historic Design Guidelines as
needed to implement the policy to maintain Aspen’s small town character (Growth Management
Policy I.6.a); and
WHEREAS, the Aspen Area Community Plan provides for the City to amend the
Commercial Design Guidelines, Historic Design Guidelines and zoning as needed to ensure that the
Code supports innovative development that respects our architectural heritage in terms of site
coverage, mass, scale, form and a diversity of heights (Growth Management Policy V.3.b); and
WHEREAS, the Vision (Residential Sector) provisions of the Aspen Area Community Plan
provide for the City to limit mass and scale, and to preserve scenic mountain views; and
WHEREAS, the Community Development Director has recommended approval of the
proposed amendments to the City of Aspen Land Use Code; and
WHEREAS, the Aspen City Council finds that the amendments meet or exceed all
applicable standards pursuant to Chapter 26.310 and that the approval of the amendments is
consistent with the goals and elements of the Aspen Area Community Plan; and
WHEREAS, the Aspen City Council finds that this Ordinance furthers and is necessary
for the promotion of public health safety and welfare; and
NOW THEREFORE BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ASPEN COLORADO THAT:
Section 1: Section 26.435.010(C), Development in Environmentally Sensitive Areas (ESA),
Purpose, Mountain View Plane, is hereby amended to read as follows:
C. Mountain view planes. Development within designated mountain view planes as set
forth in Section 26.435.050 shall be subject to heightened review so as to (a) promote a central
theme of the AACP to protect and strengthen Aspen’s environmental quality and sense of place,
(b) ensure development within designated view planes is designed in a manner consistent with
Aspen’s historic character, and in a way that does not obscure or diminish the public’s view of
the mountains from specified public places, (c) ensure development within designated view
planes occurs at an appropriate scale to preserve mountain views, (d) provide certainty in the
administration of view plane requirements and the protection of private property rights, and (e)
balance preservation of public views with historic development patterns and the appropriate use
of private property.
Section 2: Section 26.435.050, Mountain view plane review, is hereby amended to read as
follows:
26.435.050. Mountain view plane review.
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A. Jurisdiction. Unless subject to Administrative Review as described in Section
26.435.050.D, all applications for development which infringes upon a designated view plane
shall be subject to administrative review or review for an exemption in compliance with this
Section by the Planning and Zoning Commission or Historic Preservation Commission
(collectively, the Review Body). Projects unable to meet the applicable view plane standards
shall be required to obtain a variation from the requirements and standards of this section from
the applicable review body and are subject a public vote as required by section 13.14 of the City
Charter.
B. Definitions
1. For purposes of this Section, a development “Infringes” (or creates an “Infringement”) on
a view plane if the height of the development would be above the height at any point at
which the view plane angle cuts across the subject property.
2. For the purposes of this Section, “Minimal Impact” to a view plane by development is
defined as meeting one of the following review criteria:
a. The development cannot be seen with the naked eye from the reference point or
does not materially alter the observer’s ability to see the preserved view from the
reference point; or
b. The development is located behind an historic landmark structure such that no
portion of the development can be seen from the reference point; or
c. The proposed development materially reduces an existing infringement on a
designated view plane.
3. To receive a determination of minimal impact, the infringement shall involve the lowest
building height practicable, taking into consideration the proximity of the view plane, lot
size, topography, and the reasonable use of the property. The development shall also
comply with the Commercial, Lodging and Historic District Design Standards and
Guidelines or the Residential Design Standards, or shall receive a variation from said
standards, as applicable.
4. For the purposes of this Section, development, in whole or in part, can be “seen with the
naked eye” when it is visible, in whole or in part, to an observer without the aid of optical
equipment from a view plane reference point and is not blocked by topography,
vegetation, or similar obstruction.
C. Applicability.
1. General. This Section designates seven view planes to regulate the height, mass and
design of structures to preserve mountain views, as seen from designated reference
points. This Section applies to all development located within the established mountain
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view planes, unless exempted pursuant to Subsection 26.435.050(D). In addition, the
following shall apply:
a. If a development falls within more than one view plane, the more restrictive of the
applicable view planes shall apply.
b. If at least 50% of the gross lot area of a parcel falls within a view plane and the
balance falls outside of a view plane, then the view plane standards apply to
development on the entire parcel. If less than 50% of the gross lot area of a parcel
falls within a view plane, then only that portion of the lot within the view plane is
subject to the standards in this Section.
c. This section shall not limit the ability of development to occur below a view plane. If
development on a property is within the lateral extent of a view plane but does not
infringe into the view plane, then that development is not subject to the requirements
of this section.
2. View Plane Components. Each view plane has three (3) components (foreground,
midground and background), defined and described as follows:
Description Purpose & Summary of Regulations
Foreground This generally
includes the first
developed block
directly across
from the reference
point.
Because buildings and structures in the foreground are the closest
to the reference points, they have the most direct impact on the
public’s view from a designated view plane. Height and design
in the foreground are strictly controlled, with no exceptions
permitted.
Midground Generally, the 1-2
blocks from the
back of the
foreground area to
the background
area.
Development in the midground can have a variety of impacts,
ranging from direct obstruction of views if little development
exists in the Foreground, to minimal impact if historic landmark
structures already exist between the Foreground and the subject
property which shield the proposed buildings from view. Drops
in topography may also reduce the impact to a view plane from
development in the midground. Therefore, buildings in this area
are subject to a combination of view plane preservation standards
and discretionary review, with the standards providing flexibility
to account for intervening historically significant buildings or site
circumstances.
Background The areas
extending from
the back of the
midground to the
8040 Greenline.
These are areas near and along the mountain base that may be
visible from the reference point due to topography. Background
areas are further removed from reference points and not as
clearly seen because of their remoteness from the reference point.
Discretionary review is appropriate in the background to
facilitate development activities within the context of the
neighborhood and view plane condition.
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3. Established View Planes. Each view plane, including its components (foreground,
midground and background), is described and mapped in Section 26.435.050(H), Maps
and Legal Descriptions of View Planes.
D. Exemptions. The following development activities on properties located in the mid- and
background of a view plane are exempt from the provisions of this Section and may proceed
directly to zoning compliance check and building permit review, where the applicant shall
demonstrate the improvement meets the following review criteria.
1. Structures:
a. Any addition or remodel of an existing structure that does not change or decreases
a building’s height at any point or visible mass from the view plane reference
point; or
b. Any of the following structures or structural elements that comply with the
standards contained herein or in the applicable code section for those structures or
structural elements:
Infringement Height1
(maximum, feet)
Location
(at any point within the designated area)
Fence 3.5 ft. Forward of the front building facade
6 ft. Between the front building façade and rear property
line
Garage or
carport
(residential single-
family, duplex, or
multi-family)
Non-structural
building
elements (i.e.
mailboxes, flagpoles
etc.; excluding attached
building features such
as eves and similar
architectural
projections as defined
in Sec. 26.575.020.E(5)
12 ft. As per Section 26.410, Residential Design Standards
15 ft.
Pursuant to the allowances in Section
26.575.020.E(5), Allowed Projections into Setbacks
and a maximum feature height of 15 ft.
1 Maximum height shall be measured from finished grade.
2. Attached Building Features.
a. Attached building features, including those features listed in Section
26.575.020.F.(4), Allowed Exceptions to Height Limitations, and mechanical
equipment or building appurtenances (including but limited to a satellite dish,
HVAC equipment, stairwell enclosure, elevator shaft, ventilation equipment, or
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skylights) that are added to an existing building are exempt only with the
following setbacks and when the height of the feature complies with Section
26.575.020.F(4), Allowed Exceptions to Height Limitations:
Location Required Setback from the Lot Line Closest to the View Plane
Reference Point.
Foreground Greater than 50% of the lot length (minimum) (as measured from the
front lot line)
Midground 20 feet (minimum)
Background No additional setback required other than those that may be
prescribed in Section 26.575.020
b. All mechanical and ventilation equipment, including the replacement of existing
equipment, located within a view plane shall require a mechanical permit, be
installed to the minimum height required per manufacturer standards, and shall
not be visible from the reference point and from the street level.
c. Decorative or recreational features, including rooftop gardens, green roofs, planter
boxes, and permanent amenities such as built in grills, are exempt up to 2 feet into
the view plane. The following rooftop fixtures shall be set-back from the façade
closest to the view plane reference point by a distance equal to the height of the
feature as measured from point of attachment and are not eligible for the two-foot
allowance provided above, or other exemptions to the measurement of building
height: new or existing rooftop restaurants, hot tubs, bars, railings and similar
features are not exempt.
d. Parapet walls and ornamental cornices are exempt up to 2 feet into the view plane
and must be constructed in accordance with the height limitations of Chapter
26.710, Zone Districts and the Design Guidelines and Standards in Chapter
26.412, Commercial Design Review.
E. Administrative Review. An addition to a structure or an attached building feature that
does not meet the criteria in subsections 1 and 2 above may be approved by the Community
Development Director through Administrative Review if:
a. The Infringement is erected only to the minimum height needed to accomplish the
purpose for which it serves and the height and setbacks comply with the standards
of Section 26.575.020, the dimensional requirements of Chapter 26.710, and the
Design Guidelines and Standards in Chapter 26.412, Commercial Design Review
or 26.415, Historic Preservation, as applicable; or
b. The Infringement cannot be seen with the naked eye from the reference point as
demonstrated by a visual resource analysis.
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F. Planning and Zoning Commission and Historic Preservation Commission Review.
Applications for development which do not qualify for an Exemption or for Administrative
Review which infringes on a view plane may, upon recommendation by the Community
Development Director, be approved, approved with conditions or denied by the Planning and
Zoning Commission or Historic Preservation Commission (collectively the Review Body) and
shall comply with the following standards.
1. Foreground mountain view plane standards. The following standards apply to the
foreground component of a mountain view plane:
a. No development in the foreground of a view plane may infringe upon the view plane.
Upon recommendation from the Community Development Director, the Review
Body may grant a height exemption not to exceed 15 feet (inclusive of all attached
building features) for development which infringes upon a view plane if it determines
that the development meets the requirements of minimal impact, as defined in Section
26.435.050(B), and it is demonstrated that the proposed height is required to enable
reasonable use of the property. The Review Body may apply exceptions to the
measurement of height of structures, as provided in Section 26.575.020(F), if site
topography or other constraints warrant such an exception.
For properties proposed for remodel, the Review Body may grant an exemption to
building height to allow for a minimum interior floor to ceiling height of nine feet six
inches on the ground floor. This exemption may not be applied to development
where the remodel increases the net leasable area or gross floor area of structures of
the property in excess of that allowed by code Section 26.470.090(F). Development
which qualifies for the exemption must meet the requirements of minimal impact as
defined in Section 26.435.050(B).
b. If the Review Body does not find a development meets the standards list in section 1,
above, the application shall be subject to the variation criteria outlined in section
26.435.050(F), and is subject to a public vote on the variation per Section 13.14 of the
City Charter.
2. Midground mountain view plane standards. The following standards apply to the
midground component of a mountain view plane:
a. When any proposed development infringes upon a designated view plane, but is
located entirely behind (as seen from the reference point) a building designated on the
Aspen Inventory of Historic Landmark Sites and Structures, which already blocks the
view plane, the Review Body shall determine whether or not the proposed
development is consistent with the requirements of this section; or
b. The Review Body, after considering a recommendation from the Community
Development Director, may make a finding that a development that infringes on the
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view plane is consistent with the requirements of this Section if it determines that the
proposal meets the criteria listed in section 26.435.050(B)(2); or
c. If the Review Body does not find a development meets the exemptions listed in
subsection 26.435.050(D)(1-2) or 26.435.050.(F)(2)(a-b), above, the application shall
be subject to the variation criteria outlined in section 26.435.050(F), and is subject to
a public vote on the variation per Section 13.14 of the City Charter.
3. Background mountain view plane standards. The following standards apply to the
background component of a mountain view plane:
a. When any proposed development infringes upon a designated view plane, but is
located entirely behind (as seen from the reference point) a building designated on the
Aspen Inventory of Historic Landmark Sites and Structures, which already blocks the
view plane, the Review Body shall determine whether the proposed development will
further infringe upon the view plane. If the Review Body determines the proposed
development does not further infringe upon the view plane and is not visible from the
reference point, the Review Body shall make a finding that the development is
consistent with the requirements of this Section; or
b. The Review Body, after considering a recommendation from the Community
Development Director, may make a finding that a development that infringes on the
view plane background is consistent with the requirements of this Section if it does
not materially alter the observer’s ability to see the preserved view from the reference
point; or
The infringement shall involve the lowest building height practicable, taking into
consideration the proximity of the view plane, lot size, topography, and the
reasonable use of the property. The development shall utilize building and roof forms
and materials designed to blend into the surrounding landscape, and shall respect the
character and massing of adjacent buildings and the mountain landscape. The
development shall also comply with the Commercial, Lodging and Historic District
Design Standards and Guidelines or the Residential Design Standards, or shall
receive a variation from said standards, as applicable.
c. If the Review Body does not find a development meets the exemptions listed in
subsection 26.435.050(D)(1-2) or 26.435.050.(F)(2)(a-b), above, the application shall
be subject to the variation criteria outlined in section 26.435.050(D), and is subject to
a public vote on the variation per Section 13.14 of the City Charter.
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G. Variations to mountain view plane review. If the Review Body does not find a
development meets the exemptions listed in subsection 26.435.050(D) or is not consistent with
the review criteria of Section 26.435.050(F), above, the application shall be subject to the
variation criteria outlined in this Section, and is subject to a public vote on the variation per
Section 13.14 of the City Charter. The Review Body, after receiving a recommendation from the
Community Development Director, shall not approve a variation unless the applicant
demonstrates compliance with the following standards:
1. General. The applicant shall demonstrate that the intent to preserve views cannot be met
by a strict application of the requirements, and that one of the following conditions
applies:
a. There is no available clear view of the mountains from the reference point; or
b. The view plane requirement would prohibit reasonable use or access to the property;
or
c. The proposed building or structure does not materially diminish views from the
reference point of the view plane to which the property is subject.
2. Infringements. In determining whether to allow a variation for an infringement, the
Review Body shall consider the following factors:
a. The direction, extent and quality of predominant mountain views from the property in
question;
b. The extent of existing public views, such as from parks or street ends in the
immediate vicinity;
c. The percent of the lot that would be encumbered by the view plane if the
requirements were strictly applied; and
d. Extreme irregularity or conditions in the shape of the lot or topography that precludes
effective application of the requirements.
e. The applicant shall also demonstrate that measures have been included in the project
to reduce its visual impacts as seen from the reference point including lighting which
minimize off-site visibility and glare, non-reflective building materials and finishes,
modest massing and roof forms, and other factors at the discretion of the Review
Body.
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H. Maps and Legal Descriptions of View Planes.
a. Glory Hole Park view plane.
1. Map of view plane with elevations and 8040 Greenline.
2. Map of view plane foreground, midground and background areas.
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3. Glory Hole Park: There is hereby established a view plane originating from Glory Hole
Park above which plane no land use or building shall project. The Glory Hole Park Reference
Point bears S24°37'11"E a distance of 1645.57 feet from GPS-5 of the City of Aspen GPS
Control Mounumentation 2009, a Brass Cap found in a Survey Monument Box at the
intersection of South Galena Street and East Hopkins Avenue, with all bearings being relative to
S74°14’01”E between said GPS-5 and GPS-4 of the City of Aspen GPS Control
Mounumentation 2009, a Brass Cap found in a Survey Monument Box at the intersection of
South West End Street and East Hopkins Street; the Glory Hole Park Reference Base Line bears
N55°51'57"E a distance of 73.00 feet from the Glory Hole Park Reference Point. The elevation
of said reference point and baseline is 7,947.55 feet, NAVD88 Datum. The view plane consists
of two (2) spatial components more particularly described as follows:
a. All that space which is within the projection of a sector of 9° 54' 00" described by
two (2) radial lines which bears S44°02'03"E and S34°08'03"E respectively from the
reference point and which is also above the view plane which passes through the
reference base line at the inclination of 3° 30' above horizontal with all projections to
terminate at the 8040 Greenline.
All that area within the projection of the following described perimeter and which is also above
the view plane which passes through the reference base line at an inclination of 3° 30' above
horizontal. The perimeter is more fully described as follows: Beginning at the Glory Hole Park
Reference Point, thence N55°51'57"E a distance of 73.00 feet along the reference base line;
thence S34°08'03"E a distance of 418.27 feet to a point on the northerly radial line of the view
sector; thence N44°02'03" W along said radial line a distance of 424.59 feet to the reference
point.
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Wagner Park view plane.
1. Map of view plane with elevations and 8040 Greenline.
2. Map of view plane foreground, midground and background areas.
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3. Wagner Park: There is hereby established a view plane originating in the north central
part of Wagner Park above which plane no land use or building shall project. The Wagner Park
View Plane Reference Point bears S64°02'52"W a distance of 642.35 feet from GPS-5 of the
City of Aspen GPS Control Mounumentation 2009, a Brass Cap found in a Survey Monument
Box at the intersection of South Galena Street and East Hopkins Avenue, with all bearings being
relative to S74°14’01”E between said GPS-5 and GPS-4 of the City of Aspen GPS Control
Mounumentation 2009, a Brass Cap found in a Survey Monument Box at the intersection of
South West End Street and East Hopkins Street. The reference base line bears S49°48'54"W a
distance of 68.87 feet from the reference point. The elevation of the reference point and
reference base line is 7,919.73 feet, NAVD88 Datum. The view plane is more particularly
described as follows: All that space which is within the projection of two (2) radial lines which
bear S50°21'40"E from the reference point and S17°55’36"E from the westerly terminus of the
reference base line and which is also above a plane which passes through the reference base line
at an angle of inclination of 3° 39' 10" above the horizontal with all projections to terminate at
the 8040 Greenline or City Limits.
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c. Cooper Avenue view plane.
1. Map of view plane with elevations and 8040 Greenline.
2. Map of view plane foreground, midground and background areas.
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3. Cooper Avenue: There is hereby established a view plane originating on the northerly
side of Cooper Avenue easterly of Galena Street above which plane no land use or building shall
project. The Cooper Avenue Reference Point bears S01°09'30"E a distance of 576.72 from GPS-
5 of the City of Aspen GPS Control Mounumentation 2009, a Brass Cap found in a Survey
Monument Box at the intersection of South Galena Street and East Hopkins Avenue, with all
bearings being relative to S74°14’01”E between said GPS-5 and GPS-4 of the City of Aspen
GPS Control Mounumentation 2009, a Brass Cap found in a Survey Monument Box at the
intersection of South West End Street and East Hopkins Street. The elevation of said reference
point is 7,926.75, NAVD88 Datum. The view plane consists of spatial components more
particularly described as follows: All that space which is within the projection of a sector of
48°00'00" described by two (2) radial lines which bear S10°53'16"E and S37°06'44"W
respectively from the reference point and above a plane which passes through the reference point
at an inclination of 6°20'05" above the horizontal with all projections to terminate at the 8040
Greenline.
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d. Courthouse view planes.
1. Map of view plane with elevations and 8040 Greenline.
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2. Map of view plane foreground, midground and background areas.
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3. Court House: There are hereby established two (2) view planes originating from the
sidewalk on the northerly side of Main Street easterly of Galena Street above which planes no
land use or building shall project.
a. View Plane Number One. The Courthouse View Plane A Reference Point bears
N31°49'00"E a distance of 382.15 feet from GPS-5 of the City of Aspen GPS Control
Mounumentation 2009, a Brass Cap found in a Survey Monument Box at the intersection
of South Galena Street and East Hopkins Avenue, with all bearings being relative to
S74°14’01”E between said GPS-5 and GPS-4 of the Cit y of Aspen GPS Control
Mounumentation 2009, a Brass Cap found in a Survey Monument Box at the intersection
of South West End Street and East Hopkins Street. The elevation of said reference point
is 7,912.32, NAVD88 Datum. The view plane consists of spatial components more
particularly described as follows: All that space which is within the projection of a sector
of 27°58'40" described by two (2) radial lines which bear S16°11'56"E and S11°46'44"W
respectively from the reference point and above a plane which passes through the
reference point at an inclination of 4° 25' above the horizontal with all projections to
terminate at the 8040 Greenline.
b. View Plane Number Two. The Courthouse View Plane B Reference Point bears
N40°50'24"E a distance of 397.22 feet from GPS-5 of the City of Aspen GPS Control
Mounumentation 2009, a Brass Cap found in a Survey Monument Box at the intersection
of South Galena Street and East Hopkins Avenue, with all bearings being relative to
S74°14’01”E between said GPS-5 and GPS-4 of the City of Aspen GPS Control
Mounumentation 2009, a Brass Cap found in a Survey Monument Box at the intersection
of South West End Street and East Hopkins Street. The elevation of the reference point is
7,913.02 feet, NAVD88 Datum. The view plane consists of spatial components more
particularly described as follows: All that space which is within the projection of a sector
of 26°04'38" described by two (2) radial lines which bear S02°48’34'E and S23°16'04"W.
respectively from the reference point and above a plane which passes through the
reference point at an inclination of 4° 58' 20" above the horizontal with all projections to
terminate at the 8040 Greenline.
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e. Wheeler Opera House view plane.
1. Map of view plane with elevations and 8040 Greenline.
2. Map of view plane foreground, midground and background areas.
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3. Wheeler Opera House: There is hereby established a view plane originating from the
Wheeler Opera House westerly of Mill Street above which plane no land use or building shall
project. The easterly end point of the Wheeler Opera House Base Line for the view plane bears
S70°50'24"W a distance of 456.04 feet from GPS-5 of the City of Aspen GPS Control
Mounumentation 2009, a Brass Cap found in a Survey Monument Box at the intersection of
South Galena Street and East Hopkins Avenue, with all bearings being relative to S74°14’01”E
between said GPS-5 and GPS-4 of the City of Aspen GPS Control Mounumentation 2009, a
Brass Cap found in a Survey Monument Box at the intersection of South West End Street and
East Hopkins Street. The reference base line bears N73°42'19"W a distance of 140.45 feet from
the easterly end point of the base line for the view plane at an elevation of 7,916.18 feet,
NAVD88 Datum. The view plane consists of spatial components more particularly described as
follows: All that space which is within the projection of radial lines from the easterly and
westerly terminus of the base line which bear S29°53'19"E and S66°56'51"W respectively and
which is above a plane which passes through the reference point at an inclination of 2°50'38"
above horizontal with all projections to terminate at the 8040 Greenline.
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f. Main Street view plane.
1. Map of view plane with elevations and 8040 Greenline.
2. Map of view plane foreground, midground and background areas.
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3. Main Street: There is hereby established a view plane originating from Main Street above
which plane no land use or building shall project. The Main Street View Plane Reference Point
bears N37°21'55"W a distance of 592.24 feet from GPS-5 of the City of Aspen GPS Control
Mounumentation 2009, a Brass Cap found in a Survey Monument Box at the intersection of
South Galena Street and East Hopkins Avenue, with all bearings being relative to S74°14’01”E
between said GPS-5 and GPS-4 of the City of Aspen GPS Control Mounumentation 2009, a
Brass Cap found in a Survey Monument Box at the intersection of South West End Street and
East Hopkins Street. The reference base line bears N74°13'18"W a distance of 51.40 feet from
the reference point. The elevation of the reference point and reference base line is 7,906.90 feet,
NAVD88 Datum. The view plane is more particularly described as follows: All that space which
is within the projection of two (2) radial lines which bear S28°22'14"E from the reference point
and S81°17’21"W from the westerly terminus of the reference base line and which is also above
a plane which passes through the reference base line at an angle of inclination of 6° 29' 20"
above horizontal with all projections to terminate at the 8040 Greenline.
Section 3: Section 26.435.070, Procedure for approval of development in ESA, is hereby
amended to read as follows:
26.435.070. Procedure for approval of development in ESA.
A. General. Unless otherwise stated in this Chapter, an application for review of
development in an environmentally sensitive area shall be reviewed pursuant to the following
procedures and standards and the Common Development Review Procedures set forth at Chapter
26.304. According to the type of development proposed, the following steps are necessary.
B. Administrative Applications and Exemptions. The Community Development Director
shall approve, approve with conditions or deny the application, based on the applicable standards
of review in this Chapter.
C. Planning and Zoning Commission Applications and Exemptions. The Planning and
Zoning Commission, during a duly noticed public hearing, shall review a recommendation from
the Community Development Director and shall approve, approve with conditions, or deny the
application, based on the standards of this Section. This requires a one-step process as follows:
Step One – Public Hearing before the Planning and Zoning Commission.
1. Purpose: To determine if the application meets the standards for approval.
2. Process: The Planning and Zoning Commission shall approve, approve with
conditions, or deny an application after considering the recommendation of the
Community Development Director and comments and testimony from the public at a
duly noticed public hearing.
3. Standards of review: The proposed development shall comply with the applicable
review standards of this Chapter.
4. Form of decision: The Commission’s decision shall be by resolution.
5. Notice requirements: Posting, Mailing and Publication pursuant to Subparagraph
26.304.060.E.3 and the provisions of Section 26.304.035 – Neighborhood Outreach
as applicable.
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D. Combined Reviews. An application for development within an ESA may be combined with
development applications for other associated land use reviews, pursuant to Section
26.304.060.B.1, Combined Reviews. For designated properties or properties located in a historic
district, any required Planning and Zoning Commission Review shall be completed by the
Historic Preservation Commission.
Section 4: Section 26.435.080, Application, is hereby amended to read as follows:
26.435.080. Application.
The development application for development in an environmentally sensitive area (ESA) shall
include the following. Additional information may be required at the request of the Community
Development Director.
[all subsections shall be unchanged]
Section 5: Section 26.435.080(c)(3), describing the application contents for a Mountain view
plane review, is hereby amended to read as follows:
3. For development subject to mountain view plane review, the following information shall be
required:
a) A survey of the property including structures and the location and angle at which the
view plane falls, the boundaries of the view plane.
b) Proposed elevations of the development, including any rooftop equipment and how it
will be screened.
c) Photographs which show the existing improvements which protrude into or are in the
vicinity of the view plane. The applicant shall graphically represent on the
photographs how the proposed improvements will appear in relation to existing
improvements and views.
d) A visual resource analysis shall demonstrate and document for review the visual
impact of the proposed development on surrounding designated view planes. The
analysis shall show, in accurate perspective format, what portions of the proposed
development are visible from various points within the view plane. Multiple
perspectives as requested by the Community Development Director may be required
to accurately reflect the appearance of the development as the viewpoint is moved
along the corridor. The following information shall be provided to meet this
application requirement:
1. A visual analysis narrative and a photographic simulation or other comparable
visual analysis of the proposed development.
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2. The analysis shall demonstrate, in accurate perspective format, the measures
proposed to blend the development into the context of the setting. The setting
shall include the view frame of the picture when viewing the development from a
particular viewpoint and (if applicable) the backdrop of natural topography,
existing vegetation as well as surrounding vegetation and structures. Development
features which shall be shown to be compatible with the setting include: bulk and
scale of buildings, building and roof forms, texture of materials used on the
buildings, colors, and proposed plantings for screening.
e) The visual impacts of alternative site designs, if applicable, shall also be depicted.
Section6: Administrative Corrections.
Any scrivener’s errors contained in the code amendments herein, including but not limited to
mislabeled subsections or titles, may be corrected administratively following adoption of the
Ordinance.
Section 7: Effect Upon Existing Litigation.
This ordinance shall not affect 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 8: Severability.
If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion of this ordinance 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.
Section 9: Effective Date.
In accordance with Section 4.9 of the City of Aspen Home Rule Charter, this ordinance shall
become effective thirty (30) days following final passage.
Section 10: Approval Notice.
A public hearing on this ordinance shall be held on the ____ day of _____, 2016, at a meeting of the
Aspen City Council commencing at 5:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers, Aspen City Hall,
Aspen, Colorado, a minimum of fifteen days prior to which hearing a public notice of the same shall
be published in a newspaper of general circulation within the City of Aspen.
INTRODUCED, READ, AND ORDERED PUBLISHED as provided by law, by the City
Council of the City of Aspen on the _____ day of _____, 2016.
Attest:
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_____________________________ ____________________________
Linda Manning, City Clerk Steven Skadron, Mayor
FINALLY, adopted, passed and approved this _____th day of _____, 2017.
Attest:
_____________________________ ____________________________
Linda Manning, City Clerk Steven Skadron, Mayor
Approved as to form:
_____________________________
James R. True, City Attorney
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Exhibit A: Staff Findings
26.310.040. Amendments to the Land Use Code standards of review – Initiation
In reviewing a request to pursue an amendment to the text of this Title, per Section
26.310.020(B)(2), Step Two – Public Hearing before City Council, the City Council shall
consider:
A. Whether there exists a community interest to pursue the amendment.
Staff Findings:
Ordinance 34, Series 2016 – Mountain View Plane Review
Through direction from Council, consultation with stakeholders and public outreach to
community members, there is clearly a strong sentiment to strengthen protections for view planes
while improving compliance outcomes for residents and property owners. The proposed
amendments to the LUC will achieve the following in pursuit of improvements to view plane
regulations:
· Improve ease of use for staff and applicants;
· Limit the extent of the view planes to the 8040’ Greenline development standards
boundary, where the later applies to development applications outside of the view plane
boundaries;
· Provide graduated standards for the fore-, mid- and background areas within each view
plane;
· Exempt specific development activities within specified criteria to improve applicants’
interaction with the view plane regulations;
· Expand the Wagner Park view plane to increase protection of views from the park.
The public has been closely consulted throughout the amendment development process, and the
proposals reflect the vision of the Council and community, and are aligned with the policies of
the AACP. Staff has been consulted as to the details of each of the proposed code amendments.
Staff finds this requirement to have been met for all the proposed ordinances.
B. Whether the objectives of the proposed amendments further an adopted policy,
community goal, or objective of the City including, but not limited to, those stated in
the Aspen Area Community Plan.
Staff Findings:
Council adopted a Top Ten Goal of, “reconciling the Land Use Code with the Aspen Area
Community Plan to ensure the LUC delivers what the AACP promises.” The proposed
amendments to the LUC will help to achieve Council’s goal and improve land use outcomes for
the City and community based on the policies in the AACP.
The proposed policies and code amendments are supported by the following AACP policies:
IV.4 Zoning and land use processes should result in lodging development that is compatible and
appropriate within the context of the neighborhood, in order to:
· Create certainty in land development.
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· Prioritize maintaining our mountain views.
· Protect our existing lodges.
· Protect our small town community character and historical heritage.
· Limit consumption of energy and building materials.
· Limit the burden on public infrastructure and ongoing public operating costs.
· Reduce short- and long-term job generation impacts, such as traffic congestion and
demand for affordable housing. (Managing Growth, p. 25)
V.3. Ensure that the City Land Use Code results in development that reflects our architectural
heritage in terms of site coverage, mass, scale, density and a diversity of heights, in order
to:
· Create certainty in land development.
· Prioritize maintaining our mountain views.
· Protect our small town community character and historical heritage.
· Limit consumption of energy and building materials.
· Limit the burden on public infrastructure and ongoing public operating costs.
· Reduce short and long-term job generation impacts, such as traffic congestion and
demand for affordable housing. (Managing Growth, p. 26)
VIII.2 Create certainty in zoning and the land use process. (Managing Growth, p. 27)
In addition to the AACP policies listed above, the proposed policies and code amendments
reflect the direction received through the public outreach initiative undertaken as part of the
AACP-LUC coordination process. Staff finds that the proposed amendments are aligned with
Council’s Top Ten Goal and the policies of the AACP.
C. Whether the objectives of the proposed amendment are compatible with the
community character of the City and in harmony with the public interest and the
purpose and intent of this Title.
Staff Findings:
The intent of the proposed code amendments is to ensure development in the City’s commercial
areas reflects the policies of the AACP and enhances the City’s built environment, while
preserving and protecting views of the surrounding mountain landscape from downtown. The
proposed amendments are supported by a number of complimentary AACP policies. Those
policies and the proposed code amendments were developed in close consultation with the Aspen
community and stakeholders, and their input shaped the process and subsequent proposals. This
is consistent with the intent of the City’s Land Use Code. Staff finds this criterion to be met.
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F. Planning and Zoning Commission and Historic Preservation Commission Review.
Applications for development which do not qualify for an Exemption or for Administrative Review
which infringes on a view plane may, upon recommendation by the Community Development
Director, be approved, approved with conditions or denied by the Planning and Zoning
Commission or Historic Preservation Commission (collectively the Review Body) and shall
comply with the following standards.
1. Foreground mountain view plane standards. The following standards apply to the
foreground component of a mountain view plane:
a. A single-story building or structure No development in the foreground of no
more thana view plane may infringe upon the view plane. Upon recommendation from
the Community Development Director, the Review Body may grant a height exemption
not to exceed 15 feet in height (inclusive of all attached building features) thatfor
development which infringes intoupon a view plane is considered to be consistent with
the requirements of this Section if the review bodyit determines that the proposed
development has ameets the requirements of minimal impact, as defined in Section
26.435.050(B), on the view plane. and it is demonstrated that the proposed height is
required to enable reasonable use of the property. The Review Body may apply
exceptions to the measurement of height of structures, as provided in Section
26.575.020(F), if site topography or other constraints warrant such an exception.
For properties proposed for remodel, the Review Body may grant an exemption to
building height to allow for a minimum interior floor to ceiling height of nine feet six
inches on the ground floor. This exemption may not be applied to development where
the remodel increases the net leasable area or gross floor area of structures of the
property in excess of that allowed by code Section 26.470.090(F). Development which
qualifies for the exemption must meet the requirements of minimal impact as defined
in Section 26.435.050(B).
b. If the Review Body does not find a development meets the standards list in section 1,
above, the application shall be subject to the variation criteria outlined in section
26.435.050(F), and is subject to a public vote on the variation per Section 13.14 of the
City Charter.
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THE CITY OF ASPEN CIVIC MASTER PLAN
Adopted by the Aspen City Council in December 2006
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To remember Aspen's history is to recognize a heritage
of innovation —Aspen is always at a crossroads that has
never been encountered.
—Civic Master Plan Advisory G • •
Civic Master Plan
Core Princi les
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C,,c&Arts/Cultural uses belong In the heart of town.
communities develop a"big glass box"on the outskirts
roin surrounded by parking and a drainage feature and
11 It their Civic Center.Aspen has the fortune of an inle-
t
grated civic core in the heart of downtown and the substan-
tial community character that nos resulted.This plannme
effort builds on that tradition.
2%,red-use puddings and ni use areas create
memorable places. Smi buildings, depending .I
their use,can have pecans of little activity. Repealed
large scale,whale single-use areas can see little act::
Centers dominated by government institutions,la
imple,are vacant during weekends. Integrating comply--
• • ,• _ ,. Iary uses can result in a more active and more Inlere.'.'
environment.
• •s, 3 Focus on Creating Great People Places. Great r i
f u ul1 places give Identity to cities and instill a sense of pig::
community. These public places become the bacir:
social interaction,memorable experiences,and can t
ource of energy for the district.
4Affordable Housing and Affordable Commercial sl
• • cu res viability of time functions and vitalltyof town. Ea. 1
• . .:Bion Concerning civic institutions should involve a dis-
t - • .mn about affordable housing and the long-term viability
'ne Institution. Affordable Commercial space addresses
contmued viability of the local economy and Contributes
vital mix of uses. Housing has the ability to increase
i,Ity of an area and of the public spaces throughout the
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SGi.iC planning must address the need for parking while
not inducing additional traffic. The ability for the City to
facilitate the convenient conversion of the driver to the pe-
destrian is extremely valuable to the character of the Civic
area. Ignoring the various parking demands may result in ex-
tra traffic from cars circling the area and visitor frustration.
6Partnershms among and between the public and private
sectors can be very advantageous in achieving civic goals.
Private enterprise may significantly extend the publics abil-
Ity to reach public goals. While each circumstance needs
to he individually considered,the possibility of"wimwlni'
scenarios are worth exploring.
7Pedestrian orientation creates connections between
ighanhoods.The design,programming,and implementa�
- - - -l of civic projects should focus an the pedestrian qual-
ity of the district. Connections to and through the district
should be enhanced.
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OArts and Culture is an intrinsic asset. The pursuit of
r ' r. excellence in the arts and culture is an integral part of As i
• • ate J .. pen's historical character. The display and presentation of
arts and cultural events is a core element of Aspen's identity
as a unique community in a on thisi intrinsic
resort environment,
and Aspen should build upon this intnnsic asset at every
ti opportunity,A sustained cultivation of the arts and culture
i in Aspen will further enrich the Aspen community,reinforce
its International profile and strengthen its economy over the
long-term.
"WARNING:
IT IS AGAINST THE LAW:
For anyone to sign any initiative or referendum petition with any name other than his or her
own or to knowingly sign his or her name more than once for the same measure or to knowingly
sign a petition when not a registered elector who is eligible to vote on the measure.
DO NOT SIGN THIS PETITION UNLESS YOU ARE A
REGISTERED ELECTOR
AND ELIGIBLE TO VOTE ONTHIS MEASURE.
TO BE A REGISTERED ELECTOR,
YOU MUST BE A CITIZEN OF COLORADO
AND REGISTERED TO VOTE.
Do not sign this petition unless you have read or have had read to you the proposed initiative
or referred measure or the summary in its entirety and understood its meaning."
CHARTER AMENDMENT SUMMARY
WE THE UNDERSIGNED CITIZENS AND VOTERS OF THE CITY OF ASPEN,
RESPECTFULLY DEMAND THE ATTACHED AMENDMENT TO THE HOME RULE
CHARTER BE REFERRED TO THE ELECTORATE OF THE CITY OF ASPEN IN
ACCORANCE WITH SECTION 31-2-210 C.R.S.
CITY OF ASPEN HOME RULE CHARTER AMENDENT FOR ELECTION
QUESTION#1
Shall Article XIII of the City of Aspen Home Rule Charter be amended to include the following
Specially Designated Space known as the Galena Plaza Public Open Space and Library Park to
the following Section 13.13(a):
Section 13.13 (a) Specially Designated Spaces. The following City-owned properties are hereby
identified as Specially Designated Spaces:
(1) The Ute Cemetery.
(2) The John Denver Sanctuary at the Rio Grande Park.
QUESTION#2
Shall Article XIII of the City of Aspen Home Rule Charter, specifically Section 13.13 (b), be
amended with the following language to read as follows?
(b) Uses of Specially Designated Spaces. Notwithstanding any portion of the Municipal
Code to the contrary, Council shall not sell, exchange, dispose of, or, change the use of any real
property or portion of real property designated as a Specially Designated Space, without first
obtaining the approval of a majority of the electors voting thereon. Additionally, the city council
shall not cause or permit the change in use of the real property acquired for open space purposes,
other than for recreational, agricultural or under-ground easement purposes, without first
obtaining the approval of a majority of the electors voting thereon.No real property acquired for
open space purposes shall be sold, exchanged, disposed of, or converted to other uses other than
for recreational, agricultural or underground easement purposes, unless such open space is
replaced with other open space property of equivalent or greater value as of the date of sale or
conversion as determined by the City Council by resolution following a public hearing taking
into consideration monetary, environmental, and aesthetic values.
(c) The approval of the electorate required by this Section shall take place at the next
available previously scheduled state or county election, the next general municipal election or a
special election set by the Council, whichever is earlier.
The following five registered electors of the municapilty of the City of Aspen do intend to
circulate the above Initiative Petition, signed by at least fifteen(15) percent of the total number
of electors registered to vote at the last general municipal election..
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2.
3.
4.
5.
"WARNING:
IT IS AGAINST THE LAW:
For anyone to sign any initiative or referendum petition with any name other than his or her own or to
knowingly sign his or her name more than once for the same measure or to knowingly sign a petition
when not a registered elector who is eligible to vote on the measure.
DO NOT SIGN THIS PETITION UNLESS YOU ARE A
REGISTERED ELECTOR
AND ELIGIBLE TO VOTE ONTHIS MEASURE.
TO BE A REGISTERED ELECTOR,
YOU MUST BE A CITIZEN OF COLORADO
AND REGISTERED TO VOTE.
Do not sign this petition unless you have read or have had read to you the proposed initiative or
referred measure or the summary in its entirety and understood its meaning.".
CHARTER AMENDMENT SUMMARY
1.
PRINTED NAME RESIDENCE ADDRESS(STREET&NUMB ER) COUNTY
SIGNATURE CITY DATE OF SIGNING
2.
PRINTED NAME RESIDENCE ADDRESS(STREET&NUMBER) COUNTY
SIGNATURE CITY DATE OF SIGNING
3.
PRINTED NAME RESIDENCE ADDRESS(STREET&NUMBER) COUNTY
SIGNATURE CITY DATE OF SIGNING
4.
PRINTEDNAME RESIDENCE ADDRESS(STREET&NUMBER) COUNTY
SIGNATURE - CITY DATE OF SIGNING
5.
PRINTED NAME RESIDENCE ADDRESS(STREET&NUMBER) COUNTY
SIGNATURE CITY DATE OF SIGNING
"WARNING:
IT IS AGAINST THE LAW:
For anyone to sign any initiative or referendum petition with any name other than his or her own or to
knowingly sign his or her name more than once for the same measure or to knowingly sign a petition
when not a registered elector who is eligible to vote on the measure.
DO NOT SIGN THIS PETITION UNLESS YOU ARE A
REGISTERED ELECTOR
AND ELIGIBLE TO VOTE ONTHIS MEASURE.
TO BE A REGISTERED ELECTOR,
YOU MUST BE A CITIZEN OF COLORADO
AND REGISTERED TO VOTE.
Do not sign this petition unless you have read or have had read to you the proposed initiative or
referred measure or the summary in its entirety and understood its meaning."
CHARTER AMENDMENT SUMMARY
6.
PRINTEDNAME RESIDENCE ADDRESS(STREET&NUMBER) COUNTY
SIGNATURE CITY DATE OF SIGNING
7.
PRINTED NAME RESIDENCE ADDRESS(STREET&NUMBER) COUNTY
SIGNATURE CITY DATE OF SIGNING
8.
PRINTED NAME - RESIDENCE ADDRESS(STREET&NUMBER) - COUNTY
SIGNATURE CITY DATE OF SIGNING
9.
PRINTED NAME RESIDENCE ADDRESS(STREET&NUMBER) COUNTY
SIGNATURE CITY DATE OF SIGNING
10.
. PRINTED NAME RESIDENCE ADDRESS(STREET&NUMBER) COUNTY
SIGNATURE CITY DATE OF SIGNING
11.
PRINTEDNAME RESIDENCE ADDRESS(STREET&NUMBER) COUNTY
SIGNATURE CITY DATE OF SIGNING
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REFERENDUM PETITION
e Concerning Ordinance No. 4,Series of 2017
AFFIDAVIT OF CIRCULATOR ,
State OF COLORADO
) ss.
COUNTY OF PITICIN )
The undersigned,being duly sworn,states and affirms as follows:
1. Affiant's printed name is:
Affiant's residence is:
Street Name and Number City or Town County
2. Affiant has read and understands the laws governing the circulation of
this Petition.
3. Affiant was eighteen years of age at the time this section of the Petition ....
circulated and signed by the listed electors.
4. Affiant circulated this section of the Petition,and each signature thereon was
affixed in the Affiant's presence. There are signatures on the attached Petition.
5. That each signature thereon is the signature of the person whose name it purports .
to be.
6. That,to the best of the Affiant's knowledge and belied each of the persons signing
the Petition was,at the time of signing, a registered elector.
7. Each signer on the attached Petition had an opportunity before signing to have
read, or have bad read to them, the full text of the initiated ordinance.
8. Affiant has not paid or will not pay in the future pay and Affiant believes that no
other person has paid or will pay, directly or indirectly, any money or other thing of value to
any signer for the purpose of inducing or causing signer to affix the signer's signature on the
Petition.
Date:
Signature of Circulator
Subscribed and sworn to before me this day of 2017 by
My commission expires
WITNESS MY HAND AND OFFICIAL SEAL.
Notary Public
Aspen Area
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We believe in preserving and enhancing our enjoyment of and access
to parks, recreational opportunities, open space and trails.
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O and a range of recreational opportunities are among our greatest
assets and the reasons many people choose to visit or make the Aspen
Area their home.
We have made great strides in the acquisition of open space, as
well as in the improvement of our trail system and our recreational
_ facilities. Future acquisition of open space should focus on the intrinsic
value of open space, wildlife habitat, protection of scenic resources,
■ recreational uses, trail connectivity and accessibility. Future trail
expansion should connect existing trails to improve and maintain easy
O access to public lands and provide opportunities for the use of trails by
commuters in both summer and winter.
. _ L As stated in the 2000 AACP: "Constant vigilance is required to
ensure that(open space) is protected for its visual and recreational
contribution to our community as well as for its immediate accessibility
from all parts of town."
The City's extensive recreation programs and facilities have become
a valuable community asset, and an integral part of our quality of
life. These programs and facilities must be continually reassessed
and revitalized to meet changing demographic needs and community
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ORDINANCE NO. ' � ,Z q_4(Series of 198 )
AN ORDINANCE IMPOSING AN ADDITIONAL ONE-QUARTER PERCENT ( . 25%)
SALES TAX IN THE CITY OF ASPEN, COLORADO, THEREBY INCREASING THE
SALES TAX TO ONE AND ONE-QUARTER PERCENT (1.25$) UPON THE SELLING
OF TANGIBLE PERSONAL PROPERTY AT RETAIL UPON EVERY RETAILER OR
FURNISHING OF SERVICES IN THE CITY OF ASPEN, COLORADO, OPERATIVE
AND EFFECTIVE ON AND AFTER JANUARY 1, 1989; PROVIDING THAT THE
ADDITIONAL REVENUES RECEIVED BY SAID INCREASE SHALL BE DEPOSITED
IN A SPECIAL FUND AND MAY BE EXPENDED BY THE CITY COUNCIL SOLELY
FOR PURPOSES OF CONSTRUCTING A PARKING FACILITY ON THE RIO
GRANDE PROPERTY INCLUDING SPACE FOR TRANSPORTATION-RELATED
SERVICES, PAVING A NEW STREET TO CONNECT MILL AND SPRING STREETS,
PAVING FOR THE SURFACE PARKING WHICH REMAINS OUTSIDE OF THE
PARKING FACILITY ON THE SITE, LANDSCAPING THE ROOF AND OTHER
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS SURROUNDING THE SITE, ALL NECESSARY INCIDEN-
TAL APPURTENANT FACILITIES, STRUCTURES, FURNISHINGS AND EQUIP-
MENT, LAND ACQUISITION, GENERAL OPERATING PURPOSES, PAYMENT OF
INDEBTEDNESS INCURRED IN CONNECTION THEREWITH, RESERVES AND FOR
THE EXPENDITURES NECESSARY TO PROTECT ANY SUCH PROPERTY AGAINST
LOSS OR DAMAGE OR DESTRUCTION; PROVIDING FOR THE EXPIRATION OF
SAID SALES TAX; PROVIDING THAT THE CITY COUNCIL MAY NOT AMEND,
ALTER OR CHANGE SAID ORDINANCE; AND PROVIDING DETAILS IN RELATION
TO THE FOREGOING
WHEREAS, the City of Aspen has an interest in attending to
the parking and related concerns of the residents of and visitors
to the City of Aspen; and
WHEREAS, the financialcosts of sustaining a parking
facility exceed the City's budgetary constraints; and
WHEREAS, the City Council for the City of Aspen deems it to
be in the best interests of the City, its inhabitants and
visitors to impose an additional City sales tax of one-quarter
percent ( .25$) , as set forth in this ordinance.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ASPEN, COLORADO:
Section 1. Purpose.
1. 1 The purpose of this ordinance is to impose a sales tax
on the sale of tangible personal property at retail and/or the
furnishing of services, as provided in Section 29-2 .105 (1) (d) ,
C.R.S.
1.2 The sales tax is imposed pursuant to the powers of the
City of Aspen under the City of Aspen Home Rule Charter, which
has been adopted in accordance with Article 20 of the Colorado
Constitution, and will result in a total sales tax within the
City of Aspen, giving effect to county-wide sales tax, in excess
of the limit described in Section 29-2-108, C.R.S. , such excess
being one-quarter percent ( .25$) .
Section 2 General Provisions and Exemptions from Taxation.
2 . 1 For the purpose of this ordinance all retail sales are
consummated at the place of business of the retailer unless the
tangible personal property sold is delivered by the retailer or
his agent to a destination outside the limits of the City of
Aspen or to a common carrier for delivery to a destination
outside the limits of the City of Aspen.' The gross receipts from
such sales shall include delivery charges when such charges are
subject to the state sales and use tax imposed by Article 26 of
Title 39, C.R.S. , regardless of the place to which delivery is
made. If a retailer has no permanent place of business in the
City of Aspen or has more than one place of business, the place
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at which retail sales are consummated for the purpose of the
sales tax imposed. by this ordinance shall be determined by the
provisions of Article 26 of Title 39, C.R.S. , and by rules and
regulations promulgated by the Colorado Department of Revenue.
2 .2 The amount subject to tax as imposed herein shall not
include the amount of any sales or use tax imposed by Article 26
of Title 39, C.R.S.
2 . 3 The tangible personal property and services taxable
under this ordinance shall be the .same as the tangible personal
property and services taxable pursuant to Section 39-26-104,
C.R.S. , and subject to the same exemptions as those specified in
Section 39-26-114, C.R.S. , except the exemption allowed by
Section 39-26-114 (11) ,C.R.S. , for purchases of machinery and
tools, the exemption of sales and purchases of those items in
Section 39-26-114 (1) (a) (XXI) , C.R.S. , and the exemption for sales
of food specified in Section 39-26-114 (1) (a) (XX) , C.R.S.
2 .4 All sales of personal property on which a specific
ownership tax has been paid or is payable shall be exempt from
the sales tax when such sales meet with of the following condi-
tions:
(a) The purchaser is a non-resident of or has his
principal place of business outside the City of Aspen; and
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(b) Such personal property is registered or required
to be registered outside the limits of the City of Aspen under
the laws of the State of Colorado.
2 .5 The sales tax shall not apply in the following cir-
cumstances:
(a) Pursuant to Section 29-2-105(2) , C.R.S. , the sale
of construction and building materials, as the term is used in
Section 29-2-109, C.R.S. , if such materials are picked up by the
purchaser and if the purchaser of such material presents to the
retailer a building permit or other acceptable documentation
evidencing that a local use tax has been paid or is required to
be paid.
(b) Pursuant to Section 29-2-105 (4) , C.R.S. , the sale
of tangible personal property at retail or the furnishing of
services if the transaction was previously subject to a sale or
use tax lawfully imposed on the purchaser or user by another
statutory or home rule city and county, city or town equal to or
in excess of that sought to be imposed by the City of Aspen. A
credit shall be granted against the sales tax imposed by the City
of Aspen with respect to any such transaction equal in amount to
the lawfully imposed local sales or use tax previously paid by
the purchaser or user to the previous statutory home rule city
and county, city or town. The amount of the credit shall not
exceed the sales tax imposed by the City of Aspen.
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(c)� Pursuant to Section 29-2-105(6) , C.R.S. , the sale
of food purchased with food stamps; "food" shall have the same
meaning as provided in 7 U.S.C. Section 2012 (g) as such section
exists on October 1, 1987, or is thereafter amended.
(d) Pursuant to Section 29-2-105 (7) , C.R.S. , the sale
of food purchased with funds provided by the Special Supplemental
Food Program for Women, Infants, and Children, 42 U.S.C. Section
1786; "food" shall have the same meaning as provided in 42 U.S.C.
Section 1786 as such section exists on October 1, 1987, or is
thereafter amended.
2 . 6 This sales tax ordinance shall conform to, where
necessary, the statute of limitations applicable to the enforce-
ment of state sales tax collections, the statute of limitations
applicable to refunds of state sales and use taxes, the amount of
penalties and interest payable on delinquent remittances of state
sales and uses taxes, and the posting of bonds pursuant to
Section 39-21-105 (4) , C.R.S.
Section 3. Schedule of Sales Tax.
3 .1 There is hereby imposed on all sales of tangible
personal property and/or the furnishing of services at retail an
additional one-quarter ( .25%) tax on the gross receipts, with
respect to such sales or furnishing of services. The imposition
of the tax on individual sales shall be in accordance with the
schedule set forth in the rules and regulations promulgated by
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the Department of Revenue, or by this section, or by separate
ordinance of the City of Aspen. The tax imposed in this section
is referred to in this ordinance as the "sales tax" .
3 . 2 Unless otherwise directed by ordinance of the City
Council the collection, administration and enforcement of this
sales tax is hereby vested in and shall be performed by the
Director of Revenue of the State of Colorado in the same manner
as the collection, administration and enforcement of the state
sales tax.
3 . 3 Every retailer shall be liable and responsible for the
payment of an additional one-quarter percent ( .25%) of all sales
made by the retailer on all sales . of tangible personal property
and remit an additional amount of one-quarter ( . 25%) of such
sales to the Director of Revenue.
3 .4 There are hereby imposed upon all sales for tangible
personal property, taxes in accordance with the State of Colorado
Department of Revenue sales tax charges which indicate the total
amount of tax to be collected based on the combined State, County
and City sales tax rates.
Section 4. Election- and Amendments.
4. 1 Before this sales tax ordinance shall become effective
it shall receive the approval of a majority of the qualified
electors of the City of Aspen at a general election to be held
Tuesday, August 9, 1988 .
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4. 2 Upon approval of the electors, the City Clerk, on
behalf of the and in the name of the City Council, is hereby
directed to provide notice of the adoption of the sales tax
imposed herein to the Executive Director of the Department of
Revenue not later than ten (10) days after the effective date
hereof and otherwise satisfy the provisions of Section 29-2-
106 (7) , C.R.S.
4. 3 This ordinance shall not be amended, altered or
changed.
Section 5.
All revenues from this retail sales tax collected by the
City of Aspen in any. fiscal year shall be deposited by the City
in a special fund to be designated as the "City of Aspen Parking
Improvement Fund", and shall be expended by the City Council
solely for the payment of services, facilities, and programs
with regard to the construction of a parking facility on the Rio
Grande property, including space for transportation-related
services, paving anew street to connect Mill and Spring
Streets, paving for the surface parking which remains outside of
the parking facility on the site, landscaping the roof and other
capital improvements surrounding the site, all necessary inciden-
tal appurtenant facilities, structures, furnishings and equip-
ment, land acquisition, general operating purposes, payment of
indebtedness incurred in connection therewith, reserves and for
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the expenditures necessary to protect any such property against
loss or damage or destruction.
Section 6.
The tax imposed by this ordinance shall take effect January
1, 1989, and shall apply to all sales of tangible personal
property at retail and/or furnishing of services made on or after
that date unless exempt as provided in this ordinance. The sales
tax imposed by this sales tax ordinance shall expire on the
earlier to occur of the following:
(i) Midnight on December 31, 2010; or
(ii) The payment in full of all indebtedness of the City
issued from time to time and secured by the sales tax or the
provision for such payment in accordance with the ordinance or
ordinances authorizing the same.
Section 7 .
If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase or
portion of this ordinance 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.
Section S.
Nothing in this ordinance shall be construed to affect any
right, duty or liability under any ordinances in effect prior to
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the effective date of this ordinance, and the same shall be
continued and concluded under such prior ordinances.
Section 9.
A public hearing on the ordinance shall be held on the .�?!;E9* `
day of , 1988, in the City Council
Chambers, Aspen City Hall, Aspen, Colorado.
INTRODUCED, READ AND ORDERED PUBLISHED as provided by law by
the City Council of the City of Aspen on the //qday of
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1988 .
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William L. Stirling, Ma r
ATTEST:
Kathryn S1 Koch, City Clerk
FINALLY adopted, passed and approved this //VA-) day of
1988 .
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William L. Stirling, Ma or
ATTEST:
athryn Koch, City Clerk
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Bert Myrin
January 9 ow
Thanks to Howard Wallach I'll keep this valuable image in mind tonight at
council when others on council propose up-zoning to encourage 15 foot tall
buildings with zero setbacks in the foreground of Aspen's long cherished
view planes-
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C'ctober 8 2015 1t
Bye Bye Wheeler... it's been nice looking at you (and from you; for a long time. You're
next after Basel. Hunt is going to try at least as hard to put a 28 foot tall building in front
ofyou as he is to build his phony hotel... fifty grand. plus salaries and who knows what
else, buys a lot of BS. VOTE NO ON BASE21
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AFFIDAVIT OF PUBLIC NOTICE
REQUIRED BY SECTION 26.304.060 (E), ASPEN LAND USE CODE
ADDRESS OF PROPERTY:
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SCHEDULED PUBLIC HEARING DATE:
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STATE OF COLORADO )
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County of Pitkin )
I, (name, please print)
being or representing an Applicant-1c) the City of Aspen, Colorado, hereby personally
certify that I have complied with the public notice requirements of Section 26.304.060
(E) of the Aspen Land Use Code in the following manner:
Publication of notice: By the publication in the legal notice section of an official
paper or a paper of general circulation in the City of Aspen at least fifteen (15)
days prior to the public hearing. A copy of the publication is attached hereto.
Posting of notice: By posting of notice, which form was obtained from the
Community Development Department, which was made of suitable, waterproof
materials, which was not less than twenty-two (22) inches wide and twenty-six
(26) inches high, and which,was composed of letters not less than one inch in
height. Said notice was posted at least fifteen (15) days prior to the public hearing
on the_ day of , 20_, to and including the date and time
of the public hearing. A photograph of the posted notice (sign) is attached hereto.
.,Mailing of notice. By the mailing of a notice obtained from the Community
Development. Department, which contains the information described in Section
-26i304.060(E)(2)of the Aspen-Land-Use Code. At least fifteen (15) days prior to
+a;n+jOWij-fpblic- -ag.g,-potice was hand delivered or mailed by first class postage
[ oca"'oJoprepai'd U'SL,m'ail4bj all owners of property within three hundred (300) feet of the
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i- aILnuproperty subjeci.,to the development application. The names and addresses of
property owners shall be those on the current tax records of Pitkin County as they
appeared no more than sixty (60) days prior to the date of the public hearing. A
copy of the owners and governmental agencies so noticed is attached hereto.
Neighborhood Outreach: Applicant attests that neighborhood outreach,
summarized and attached, was conducted prior to the first public hearing as
required in Section 26.304.035, Neighborhood Outreach. A copy of the
neighborhood outreach summary, including the method of public notification and
a copy of any documentation that was presented to the public is attached hereto.
(continued on next page)
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Mineral Estate Owner Notice. By the certified mailing of notice, return receipt
requested, to affected mineral estate owners by at least thirty (30) days prior to the
date scheduled for the initial public hearing on the application of development.
The names and addresses of mineral estate owners shall be those on the current
tax records of Pitkin County. At a minimum, Subdivisions, SPAS or PUDs that
create more than one lot, new Planned Unit Developments, and. new Specially
Planned Areas, are subject to this notice requirement.
Rezoning or text amendment. Whenever the official zoning district map is in any
way to be changed or amended incidental to or as part of a general revision of this
Title, or whenever the text of this Title is to be amended, whether such revision be
made by repeal of this Title and enactment of a new land use regulation, or
otherwise, the requirement of an accurate survey map or other sufficient legal
description of, and the notice to and listing of names and addresses of owners of
real property in the area of the proposed change shall be waived. However, the
proposed zoning map shall be available for public inspection in the planning
agency during all business hours for fifteen (15) days prior to the public hearing
on such amendments.
Signat re
The foregoing "Affidavit of Notice" was acknowled ed before me this Z day
of la ori , 20 l� by � s , ccs--�
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING" - WITNESS MY HAND AND OFFICIAL SEAL
RE;Litt One Lodge Estimation of Vesta)Rights
Public Heering; Monday.Maya,2017,5:WPM My commission expATORETE
Meetingg Location: Qty Hall,Council Chambers _\
C08161alena Sl.,Aspen,C081611 Protect Lavation; ]20 S Aspen Street,Aspen,LCe0oal Des2]35_133Av1-0 Lots 182 Lift Ona toga StuWin'-aioNPUDNotaz Public,ui.adDesoription:for aproject that ltl li.d appextendoval y NICL11I 6 N NENNING
vestee rigMe for a protect that roe ni it approval NOTARY PUBLIC-STATE OF COLORADO
through Ordinance 26,2011.Council g Seri a
vested rimo extension in Resolution rights
Series Notary Identification#20154012950
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sat to Uexpins se RHovemWrza,201e. My Commission EaDires 313112019
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605W!Am Street.Ste2,A5pen,CO81611 ATTACHMENTS AS APPLICABLE:
Mare lahmonation:For further Odormaticn related .-PUBLICATION
I o the project,contact Hillary Seminick at the City I
of Aspen Community Development Department, I
130 S.Galena St.,Aspen,CO,(9]01429.2]41 H OF THE POSTED NOTICE (SIGN)
ITIIary. 2)m theAs e n Times
on OWNERS AND GOVERNMENTAL AGENCIES NOTICED
Publishetl in the Aspen Times on April 2],201]
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APPLICANT CERTIFICATION OF MINERAL ESTAE OWNERS NOTICE
AS REQUIRED BY C.R.S. X24-65.5-103.3
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AFFIDAVIT OF PUBLIC NOTICE
REQUIRED BY SECTION 26.304.060(E),ASPEN LAND USE CODE
ADDRESS OF PROPERTY:
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SCHEDULED PUBLIC HEARING DATE:
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STATE OF COLORADO )
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County of Pitkin/
I, (name, please print) being
or representing an Applicant to the City of Aspen,Colorado, hereby personally certify that I have complied with
the public notice requirements of Section 26.304.060(E)of the Aspen Land Use Code in the following manner:
Publication of notice: By the publication in the legal notice section of an official
Paper or paper of general circulation in the City of Aspen at least fifteen (15)days
prior to the public hearing. A copy of the publication is attached hereto.
Posting of notice: By posting of notice, which form was obtained from the
Community Development Department, which was made of suitable,waterproof
Materials,which was not less than twenty two (22) inches wide and twenty-six(26)
Inches high, and which was composed of letters not less than one inch in height.
Said notice was posted at least fifteen (15) days prior to the public hearing on the
ao -"W day of 201.7 to and including the date and
time of the public hearing. A photograph of the posted notice(sign)is attached
/ hereto:
✓ Moiling of notice. By mailing of a notice obtained from the Community Development
Department,which contains the information described in Section 26.304.060(E) (2) of
The Aspen Land Use Code. At least fifteen (15) days prior to the public hearing, notice
was hand delivered or mailed by first class postage prepaid U.S mail to all owners of
property subject to the development application. The names and addresses of
property owners shall be those on the current tax records of Pitkin County as they
appeared no more than sixty(60) days prior to the date of the public hearing. A copy
'/,r of the owners and governmental agencies so noticed is attached hereto.
IV Neighborhood Outreach: Applicant attests that neighborhood outreach, summarized
and attached,was conducted prior to the first public hearing as required in Section
26.304.035, Neighborhood Outreach. A copy of the neighborhood outreach summary,
including the method of public notification and a copy of any documentation that was
presented to the public is attached hereto.
(Continued on next page)
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Mineral Estate Owner Notice. By the certified mailing of notice, return receipt requested,
To affected mineral estate owners by at least thirty(30)days prior to the date scheduled
for the initial public hearing on the application of development.
the names and addresses of mineral estate owners shall be those on the current tax
tax records of Pitkin County. At a minimum,Subdivision,Spas or PUDs that create more
than one lot, new Planned Unit Development, and new Specially Planned Areas, are
subject to this notices requirement.
L Rezoning or text amendment. Whenever the official zoning district map is in anyway to be
changed or amended incidental to or as part of a general revision of this Title,to whenever
the text of this Title is to be amended,whether such revision be made by repeal of this Title
and enactment of new land use regulation,or otherwise,the requirement of an accurate
survey map or other significant legal description of,and the not' a to and listing of names
and addresses of owners of real estate property in the ears of a proposed change shall be
waived. However,the proposed zoning during all busines urs for fifteen (15) days prior
to the public hearing on such amendments.
Sign re
The foregoing"Affidavit Notice'was acknowledged before me this day
of NA 20kbySUN
WITNESS MY HAND AND OFFICIAL SEAL
TARA L. NELSON
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ATTACHMENTS AS APPLICABLE:
• COPY OF THE PUBLICATION
• PHOTOGRAPH OF THE POSTED NOTICES (SIGN)
• LIST OF THE OWNERS AND GOVERNMENTAL AGENCIES NOTICED
BY MAIL
• APPLICANT CERTIFICATION OF MINERAL ESTATE OWNERS NOTICED
AS REQIURES BY C.R.S§24-65.5-103.3
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City of Aspen
130 S. Galena Street,Aspen, CO 81611
p: (970) 920.5000
f: (970)920.5197
w: www.aspenpitkin.com
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
RE: Lift One Lodge Extension of Vested Rights
Public Hearing: Monday, May 22, 2017, 5:00 PM
Meeting Location: City Hall, Council Chambers, 130 S. Galena St., Aspen, CO 81611
Project Location: 720 S Aspen Street, Aspen, CO 81611, Parcel ID# 2735-131-01-001, 2735-131-01-002
legally described as: Lots 1&2 Lift One Lodge Subdivision/PUD
Description: The applicant would like to extend vested rights for a project that received approval through
Ordinance 28, 2011. Council granted a vested rights extension in Resolution 41, Series 2015. Currently,the
vested rights are set to expire November 28, 2018.
Land Use Reviews Requested: Extension of Vested Rights
Decision Making Body: City Council
Applicant: Lift One Lodge Aspen, LLC 605 W Main Street, Ste 2, Aspen, CO 81611
More Information: For further information related to the project, contact Hillary Seminick at the City of
Aspen Community Development Department, 130 S. Galena St., Aspen, CO, (970) 429.2741
Hillary.Seminick@cityofaspen.com.
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970 SEGAR RD PO BOX 673 4851 BONITA BAY BLVD#1403
PITTSBURGH,PA 15243 GAYLORD,MI 49734 BONITA SPRINGS,FL 34134
LIFT ONE 105 LLC MACDONALD KENNETH HUGH REV TRUST CHU FAMILY TRUST
7268 S TUCSON WY 44 W HANNUM 42 HILLSDALE DR
ENGLEWOOD,CO 80112 SAGINAW,MI 48602 NEWPORT BEACH,CA 926604234
LU NANCY CHAO TRUST RINGSBY GRAY DOLINSEK JOHN
15 ANSON RD 220 APUWAI ST 619 S MONARCH ST
HILLSBOROUGH,CA 94010 HAIKU,HI 967084821 ASPEN,GO 81611
DOLINSEK JOSEPHINE FORD NOLA M TRUST ERICKSON CLAIRE L 8 BETTY LOU FLP
619 S MONARCH ST 700 MONARCH ST#203 1231 INDUSTRIAL RD
ASPEN,CO 81611 ASPEN,CO 81611 HUDSON,WI 59016
BAKER DANA B BAKER STEPHANIE IMREM SUE GORDON REVOC TRUST
200 CRESCENT CT#1450 200 CRESCENT CT#1450 1240 N LAKE SHORE DR#27B
DALLAS,TX 75201 DALLAS,TX 75201 CHICAGO,IL 60610
TELEMARK ASPEN LLC CJM INVESTMENTS LLC BRYAN HELEN
55 SECOND ST 1340 W HENDERSON ST#2W 2011 LAKE SHORE DR
COLORADO SPRINGS,CO 80906 CHICAGO,IL 60657 AUSTIN,TX 78746
GM 8 MJ PROPERTIES LLC HILLMAN RICHARD H TRUST TAROCH HOLDINGS LTD
1900 MYRTLE ISLAND DR 13564 D ESTE DR 315 E HYMAN AVE#305
LAS VEGAS,NV 89117 PACIFIC PALISADES,CA 902722718 ASPEN,CO 81611-2909
WHEELER CONNIE C TELEMARK APT 2 LLC GLENOCK INVESTMENTS LLC
305 E 55TH ST#202 4950 E PRESERVE LN 400 E MAIN ST#2
NEW YORK,NY 100224148 GREEENWOOD VILLAGE,CO 80121 ASPEN,CO 81611
POLLOCK WILLIAM HARRISON WARGASKI ROBERT E TRUST VANDER WALL DEAN R&BEVERLY J
5340 CORAL AVE 30353 N DOWELL RD PO BOX 189
CAPE CORAL,FL 33904 MCHENRY,IL 60050 LONE PINE,CA 93545
GOODMAN MARK SCHIFFMAN ROBIN FOUR JLM LLC
700 MONARCH ST#103 700 MONARCH ST#103 101 DESTIN LN
ASPEN,CO 81611 ASPEN,CO 81611 RIVER RIDGE,LA 70123
CROW MARGERY K IMHOF FAMILY TRUST LACY ROANE M JR&ANN MINYARD
46103 HIGHWAY 6 2409 GREEN ST PO BOX 21625
GLENWOOD SPRINGS,CO 81601 SAN FRANCISCO,CA 94123 WACO,TX 76702
MCKENZIE BART B&PAIGE PARAVANO WAYNE TIMOTHY&JILL C EDH TRUST
4840 30TH ST N 965 PEARL ST 505 GREENWICH ST#9E
ARLINGTON,VA 22207-2716 DENVER,CO 80203 NEW YORK,NY 10013
HILL EUGENE D B III&JOAN L TRUST JLH TRUST VISCONSI DOMINIC A JR
505 GREENWICH ST#9E 505 GREENWICH ST#9E 30050 CHAGRIN BLVD#360
NEW YORK,NY 10013 NEW YORK,NY 10013 CLEVELAND,OH 44124
ROBLES ENRIQUE ALVAREZ WOODING PAMELA G RUPERT INVESTMENTS LP
MONTE CHIMBORAZO 559-3 LOMAS DE CHAF 2601 SHELTINGHAM DR 150 N MARKET
MEXICO OF 11000, WELLINGTON,FL 33414 WICHITA,KS 67202
THREE REEDS LLC ROARING FORK PROPERTIES SISTER HALL LLC
2224 VIA SEVILLE RD NW N 9242 SOUTH SHORE DR 607 SHORT ST
ALBUQUERQUE,NM 871043096 EAST TROY,WI 55120 LAGUNA BEACH,CA 92651
PETROVICH NICK D SCHAPIRO PATRICIA GOLAY FRANK&INGA LIVING TRUST
730 E DURANT AVE STE 101 1685 TAMARAC DR 300 LOCH LOMOND RD
ASPEN,CO 81611-2072 GOLDEN,CO 80401 RANCHO MIRAGE,CA 92270
MAGES ELIZABETH J MAGES LAWRENCE M&MARY K GREINER JERRY M&TERESA U
2828 HARRISON ST 216 LINDEN AVE 323 HOLMECREST RD
EVANSTON,IL 60201 WILMETTE,IL 60091 JENKINTOWN,PA 19046
WOW LIFT ONE LLC WACHTMEISTER ERIK C R YOMAC MANAGEMENT LIMITED
318 PARAGON WY 6248 WHITEHALL FARM LN 410 GILES BLVD E
CASTLE ROCK,CO 801089017 WARRENTON,VA 201877247 WINDSOR ONTARIO CANADA N9A4C6,
EMERICK SHELLEY W SOLOMON GARY GRANDCHILDRENS TRUST GERBER ANDREW
2449 5TH ST 3139 N LINCOLN AVE#212 465 N MILL ST 15-102
BOULDER,CO 80304 CHICAGO,IL 60657 ASPEN,CO 81611
ASPEN SKIING COMPANY LLC S C JOHNSON AND SON INC JSI ASPEN LLC
PO BOX 1248 1525 HOWE ST PO BOX 339
ASPEN,CO 81612 RACINE,WI 53403 SARASOTA,FL 34230
SCHAINUCK LEWIS I&MICHELLE T STANBROOK STEVEN&JUDY APRIL FAMILY TRUST
3235 HARBOR VIEW DR 3063 MICHIGAN BLVD 3501 S 154TH ST
SAN DIEGO,CA 921062917 RACINE,WI 53402 WICHITA,KS 67232-9426
JAMES FAMILY TRUST ROBERT FAMILY TRUST STUART FAMILY TRUST
1 CASTLEWOOD CT 771 FERST OR 1 CASTLEWOOD CT
NASHVILLE,TN 372154617 ATLANTA,GA 30332-0245 NASHVILLE,TN 37215
BILLINGSLEY BOYCE W TRUST ROMMA LLC SHINE FAMILY LLC
1206 N WALTON BLVD 15 CRESCENT ST 8677 LOGO 7 COURT
BENTONVILLE,AR 72712 SAG HARBOR,NY 11963 INDIANAPOLIS,IN 46219-1430
YEN RESIDENCE LLC MOORE GARY W JR SHLESINGER JOSEPH
715 W MAIN ST#201 PO BOX 1219 333 BAY ST#640
ASPEN,CO 81611 CARBONDALE,CO 81623 TORONTO ON M51-1 2R2 CANADA,
WALBOHM SAMARA WEYMOUTH KATHARINE BUCHHEIT GERALD A
BAY ADELAIDE CENTRE 3752 OLIVER ST NW 6210 OLD LAKE SHORE RD
333 BAY ST#640 WASHINGTON,DC 20015 LAKE VIEW,NY 14085
TORONTO ON M5H 2R2 CANADA,
TUCKER TIMOTHY&PATRICIA SWEET STAYS LLC BROWN JAMES R JR
6420 STAUDER CIR 891 14TH ST#3501 195 HUDSON ST#4B
EDINA,MN 55436 DENVER,CO 80202 NEW YORK,NY 10013
ELLERBECK FAMILY PTNRSHP LTD II BIEL ALEXANDER L ROTMAN KENNETH B
2101 WAUKEGAN RD#210 PO BOX 2424 22 ST CLAIR AVE EAST#1700
BANNOCKBURN,IL 60015 ASPEN,CO 81612 TORONTO ONTARIO CANADA M4T 2S3,
SILVER QUEEN#10 LLC FRIEDKIN THOMAS H&SUSAN J KABERT INDUSTRIES INC
37 WARREN ST PO BOX 1116 PO BOX 6270
NEW YORK,NY 10007 RANCHO SANTA FE,CA 95067 VILLA PARK,IL 60181
MOUNTAIN VILLA TRUST LLC ESENJAY PETROLEUM CORP GRAY W CALVIN JR&CONSTANCE M
44 WOODCLIFF RD 500 N WATER ST#1100 SOUTH PO BOX 140
WELLESLEY,MA 02482 CORPUS CHRISTI,TX 78471 CENTREVILLE,MD 21617-0140
KELTNER DONALD H TRUST SHADOW MTN AERIE PTNRSHP LLP CAPTIVA SHADOW 9 LLC
PO BOX 4129 21 BRIARCLIFF RD 220 WATER ST#331
ASPEN,CO 81612 LARCHMONT,NY 10538 BROOKLYN,NY 11201
GLOBAL FAMILY AFFAIRS LLC ELLIS JAMES BYRON ASPEN DOLOMITE ASSOC NO 6 LLC
3115 WHITE EAGLE DR 17 1/2 FLEET ST PO BOX 837
NAPERVILLE,IL 60564 MARINA DEL REY,CA 90292 VALLEY FORGE,PA 19482
GSJ CAPITAL LLC COPE SHADOW MOUNTAIN LP DOUGLAS ELIZABETH R REV TRUST
W296 N2979 FRANCISCA RD N57 W30614 STEVENS RD 1717-13 S OCEAN BLVD
PEWAUKEE,WI 53072 HARTLAND,WI 53029 POMPANO BEACH,FL 33062
ROCK JANET RYAN RYAN STANLEY H RYAN TOBIN M
1717-13 S OCEAN BLVD 1717-13 S OCEAN BLVD 1717-13 S OCEAN BLVD
POMPANO BEACH,FL 33062 POMPANO BEACH,FL 33062 POMPANO BEACH,FL 33062
DOLOMITE 12 LLC CHETNER PARTNERSHIP LP SM-15
2450 N LAKEVIEW AVE #9 200 1010 8TH AVE SW 45000 S WOODLAND
CHICAGO,IL 60614 CALGARY ALBERTA T2P 1J2, CHAGRIN FALLS,OH 44022
SPRING LANE INVESTMT LLC COLORADO 2012 TRUST SIMON HERBERT REV TRUST
8 OAK LAKE DR 2 LONGFELLOW LN 8765 PINE RIDGE DR
BARRINGTON,IL 60010-5914 LITTLE ROCK,AR 72207 INDIANAPOLIS,IN 46260-1778
STRAWBRIDGE R STEWART NOREN GREGORY L NOREN JEFFREY L
3801 KENNETH PIKE STE B-100 11211 FONTHILL DR 11211 FONTHILL DR
WILMINGTON,DE 19807 INDIANAPOLIS,IN 46236 INDIANAPOLIS,IN 46236
NOREN LARA L HARVEY JEFFREY STONE FAMILY TRUST
11211 FONTHILL DR 5825 S BLACKSTONE AVE#2 1 THROCKMORTON LN
INDIANAPOLIS,IN 46236-8630 CHICAGO,IL 60637 MILL VALLEY,CA 94941
MEEPOS PENNY K LIV TRUST STANTON JAMES LOCHHEAD FAMILY TRUST 08105/2009
2999 OVERLAND AVE#130 950 THIRD AVE 18TH FL PO BOX 1216
LOS ANGELES,CA 90064 NEW YORK,NY 10022 TEMPLETON,CA 934651216
ICAHN LIBA FREIRICH MARK A PASCO PROP COLORADO LLC
PO BOX 11137 PO BOX 774056 360 SOUTHFIELD RD
ASPEN,CO 81612-9627 STEAMBOAT SPRINGS,CO 80477 BIRMINGHAM,MI 48009
GOLDSMITH ADAM D SMITH RONA K LEONARD-PECK SHEILA KATHRYN
PO BOX 9069 PO BOX 9069 PO BOX 375P
ASPEN,CO 81612 ASPEN,CO 81612 VINEYARD HAVEN,MA 02568
BUSH STEVEN S ELDER TRUST CHIATE PROPERTIES LLC
0046 HEATHER LN PO BOX 308 18 CIBRIAN DR
ASPEN,CO 81611 LA JOLLA,CA 92038-0308 BELVEDERE TIBURON,CA 94920
FJR PROPERTIES LLC MORADA VENTURES INC H2 ASPEN LLC
PO BOX 1403 866 S DIXIE HIGHWAY 501 ALLIS RANCH RD
VAIL,CO 81658 CORAL GABLES,FL 33146 SEDALIA,CO 80135
SCHERER ROBERT P TRUST JOHNSON KERRI B DEREK LUNDHOLM KERSTIN M
239 GILBERT ST 117 JUAN ST #1 115 JUAN ST
ASPEN,CO 81611 ASPEN,CO 81611 ASPEN,CO 81611
MORGAN MICHAEL L CHILES CHARLES DWIGHT III FLETCHER JAY R
115 JUAN ST 113 JUAN ST#3 111 JUAN ST
ASPEN,CO 81611 ASPEN,CO 81611 ASPEN,CO 81611
CHRISTENSEN CINDY DUNN STEVEN G JUAN STREET HOA
109 JUAN ST 107 JUAN ST 119 JUAN ST
ASPEN,CO 81611 ASPEN,CO 81611 ASPEN,CO 81611
CITY OF ASPEN MARUER JANIE K QPRT MAURER MICHAEL S QPRT
130 S GALENA ST 11550 N MERIDIAN ST#115 9245 N MERIDIAN ST#101
ASPEN,CO 81611 CARMEL,IN 46032 INDIANAPOLIS,IN 462601832
BARBEE MARY K LIV TRUST TOP OF MILL TH HOA SUMMIT PLACE CONDOS
625 SKYLINE DR 911 S MILL ST 750 S MILL ST
CODY,WY 82414 ASPEN,CO 81611 ASPEN,CO 81611
TOP OF MILL INVESTMENTS LLC PETERSON CAPITAL PARTNERS LP 911 SOUTH MILL ST LLC
201 ST CHARLES AVE#4300 301 COMMERCE ST#3300 911 S MILL ST
NEW ORLEANS,LA 70170 FORT WORTH,TX 76102 ASPEN,CO 81611
TOP OF MILL LLC WISEMAN ROBERT TENNANT CADER ANDREW
211 NORTH STADIUM#201 449 MOUNTAIN LAUREL DR#2 600 E MAIN ST 9103
COLUMBIA,MO 65203 ASPEN,CO 81611 ASPEN,CO 81611
MOUNTAIN QUEEN CONDO ASSOC ASPEN RESIDENCE CLUB&HOTEL CONDO. 315 EAST DEAN ASSOC INC
COMMON AREA 9002 SAN MARCO CT 150 E 58TH ST 14TH FL
800 S MONARCH ST ORLANDO,FL 32819 NEW YORK,NY 10155
ASPEN,CO 81611
ASPEN MOUNTAIN TOWNHOUSES ASSOC TELEMARK CONDO ASSOC AZTEC CONDO ASSOC
411 MEADOW CT 611 S MONARCH ST 601 S MONARCH ST
BASALT,CO 81621 ASPEN,CO 81611 ASPEN,CO 81612
LIFT ONE CONDOMINIUM ASSOC CARIBOU CONDO ASSOC CASCADE TOWNHOUSE VILLAS CONDO
131 E DURANT AVE 701 S MONARCH ST 239 GILBERT ST
ASPEN,CO 81611 ASPEN,CO 81611 ASPEN,CO 81611
ASV ASPEN ST OWNER LLC MARK KENNETH A - DOLOMITE VILLAS CONDO ASSOC
1 POST OFFICE SQ#3150 10 KATH CT COMMON AREA
BOSTON,MA 021092109 SAYVILLE,NY 117821537 650 S MONARCH ST
ASPEN,CO 81611
700 MONARCH CONDO ASSOC SHADOW MOUNTAIN VILLAGE CONDO ASSC SILVER SHADOW AKA 651 MONARCH COND
700 S MONARCH ST 809 S ASPEN ST 651 MONARCH
ASPEN,CO 81611 ASPEN,CO 81611 ASPEN,CO 81611
LIFT ONE LODGE ASPEN LLC
10880 WILSHIRE BLVD
LOS ANGLES,CA 90024
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2433 ROCKINGHAM ST 210 N INDUSTRIWPARK RD 970 SEGAR RD
ARLINGTON,VA 22207 HASTINGS;MI49058 PITTSBURGH,PA 15243
WEINGLASS GABRIELE PEPPER TRUST HATCHER HUGH 5 DONCCER ASPEN LP
PO BOX 7816 205 E DURANT AVE APT 2E 9651 W 196TH ST
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2204 BRADBURY CT 220 APUU/WAI ST PO BOX 1645
PLANO,TX 75093 HAI /HI 967084821 WILSON,WY 83014
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TELEMARK ASPEN LLC BRIGHT GALEN CJM INVESTMENTS LLC
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6445 SENECA RD 30050 CHAGRIN BLVD#360 MONTE CHIMBORAZO 559-3 LOMAS DE CHAF
MISSION HILLS,KS 66208 CLEVELAND,OH 44124 MEXICO D'11000,
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2601 SHELTINGHAM DR 2224 VIASEVILLE RD NW N 9242 SOUTH SHORE DR
WELLINGTON,FL 33414 ALB QUERQUE,NM 87104-3096 EAST TROY,WI 55120
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200 WHEELER RD FL 2 88 GRANGE RD SANDRINGHAM 205 E DURANT AVE#2F
BURLINGTON,MA 018035501 MELBOURNE VICTORIA AUSTRALIA 3191, ASPEN,CO 81611
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JOHNSON &VELASQUEZe J. Bart Johnson
970.544.4602
johnson@wcrlegal.com
May 12, 2017
VIA E-MAIL
City of Aspen
Attn: James R. True, Esq.
City Attorney
130 S. Galena, 2"d Floor
Aspen, CO 81611
Re: City Consent to Application to Request an Extension of Vested Property Rights Submitted
by Lift One Lodge Aspen LLC
Dear Jim:
I represent Lift One Lodge Aspen LLC, which has submitted an application for an
extension of its vested property rights for its property located on S. Aspen Street and described
as Lots I and 2, Lift One Lodge Subdivision and Planned Development. The City of Aspen is
the owner of Lots 3 and 4, Lift One Lodge Subdivision and Planned Development. The
Community Development Department has recommended that we obtain the consent of the City
to the submission of the application given that the City is an owner within the subject Planned
Development. Though we do not necessarily agree that such a consent is required, we are okay
with following staff's recommendation.
On behalf of Lift One Lodge Aspen LLC, please accept this letter as a request for the
City of Aspen's consent to Lift One Lodge Aspen LLC's submittal of an application for an
extension of its vested property tights. We acknowledge that the giving of such consent does not
constitute approval of the application or bind the City Council to approve such application.
Please have the appropriate representative of the City execute this letter where indicated
below to acknowledge such consent.
Thank you for your assistance with this matter.
Sincerely,
Bart Johnson
for
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" Lift One Condominium Association
131 E. Durant Street
Aspen, Colorado 81611
(970)925-1760
May 17, 2017
Aspen City Council
Aspen City Hall
130 South Galena St.
Aspen, CO 81611
RE: Lift One Lodge ("Applicant")
Application for Extension of Vested Rights
Dear Mayor Skadron and Members of the Aspen City Council,
I am writing on behalf of the Lift One Condominium Association to reiterate our support
for relocating the loading point of Lift 1 A as far down the mountain as possible. Over a year ago
we joined with many of the properties in the Durant/Aspen/Dean Street area to express that
support, which continues.
We thank you for, greatly appreciate, the collaborative effort of the City, Skico,
Applicant and Gorsuch Haus in the search for a means to accomplish that goal. We will be of
any assistance you may require in that effort.
We also understand Applicant's need for an extension of its Vested Rights as necessary
to that goal.
We therefore endorse Applicant's Application for Extension to allow it, as explained in
its April 11, 2017 letter to Jessica Garrow(Aspen Community Development Department), to
"...assess the feasibility of relocating Lift IA further downhill, and to revise the project as may
be required to accommodate an such relocation...''
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Very truly yours,
Lift One Condominium Association
ILarryages, Pres Bent