HomeMy WebLinkAbout08/11/2022 - Land Use Review Commission - AGENDA - Regular Meeting
Shelley La Mastra, Chair
Ian Shuff, Vice Chair
David Lawton
John McCoy
Taylor Meyer
Council Liaison: Shirley Peel
Staff Liaison: Noah Beals
LOCATION:
City Council Chambers
300 Laporte Avenue
Fort Collins, CO 80521
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REGULAR MEETING
AUGUST 11, 2022
8:30 AM
LAND USE REVIEW COMMISSION
AGENDA
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• CALL TO ORDER and ROLL CALL
• APPROVAL OF MINUTES FROM PREVIOUS MEETING
• CITIZEN PARTICIPATION (Items Not on the Agenda)
• APPEALS FOR VARIANCE TO THE LAND USE CODE
1. APPEAL ZBA220023
Address: 524 Stover St.
Owner/ Petitioner: Reyes Sarmiento
Zoning District: N-C-M
Code Section: 4.8(D)(2)(a)(2); 4.8(D)(6)
Project Description:
This is a request to exceed the total floor area square footage allowed on the lot by 1,202 square feet.
The maximum permitted is 3,625 square feet. Also, for the accessory building to have a footprint of
832 square feet; the maximum allowed is 600 square feet.
2. APPEAL ZBA220025
Address: 1024 Ponderosa Dr.
Owner/Petitioner: Steve Otis
Zoning District: R-L
Code Section: 4.4(D)(2)(c)
Project Description:
This is a request to build an accessory building that will encroach 8.5 feet into the 15-foot rear setback.
• OTHER BUSINESS
• ADJOURNMENT
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comments on any of the discussion items scheduled, please make that clear in the subject line of the email and
send 24 hours prior to the meeting.
As required by City Council Ordinance 079, 2020, a determination has been made by the chair after
consultation with the city staff liaison that conducting the hearing using remote technology would be
prudent.
Shelley La Mastra, Chair
Ian Shuff, Vice Chair
David Lawton
John McCoy
Taylor Meyer
Council Liaison: Shirley Peel
Staff Liaison: Noah Beals
LOCATION:
City Council Chambers
300 LaPorte Avenue
Fort Collins, CO 80521
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special communication arrangements for persons with disabilities. Please call 221-6515 (TDD 224-6001) for assistance.
REGULAR MEETING
JULY 21, 2022
8:30 AM
• CALL TO ORDER and ROLL CALL
All Commission members were present with the exception of Commission member Meyer.
• APPROVAL OF MINUTES FROM PREVIOUS MEETING
Lawton made a motion, seconded by Shuff to approve the June 9, 2022 Regular Hearing
Minutes and the July 1 Special Meeting Minutes. The motion was adopted; Commission member
Shuff abstained from voting.
• CITIZEN PARTICIPATION (Items Not on the Agenda)
• APPEALS FOR VARIANCE TO THE LAND USE CODE
1. APPEAL ZBA220022
Address: 3418 Thames Ct.
Owner/Petitioner: Georgia Aker
Zoning District: R-L
Code Section: 3.8.11(C)(1)
Project Description:
This is a request to have a fence in the front yard taller than 4 feet high.
Staff Presentation:
Beals presented slides relevant to the appeal and discussed the variance request, noting that the
property is just south of Birmingham Drive and north of Enfield Street. The request is to build a five-
foot fence in the front yard; the Land Use Code allows a maximum front yard fence height of four feet.
The location of the fence would be from the front wall of the house along the north extending to the
street, and from the front wall of the garage to the street. The fence does not go across parallel to the
street but runs along both north and south property lines. There are existing fences that enclose the
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rear and side yards. The intent of the proposed fence is to elevate privacy and safety within the front
yard.
Beals continued with pictures of the property, showing the proposed fence as being already installed.
Hence, this is a request to maintain the fence as currently built, as opposed to adjusting. Beals noted
the Engineering Department does require a fence permit for any fences that are near the public right -
of-way; the applicant was encouraged to check with the Engineering Department to se e if a fence
permit is required. Beals explained that Engineering may need to issue a permit depending on the
manner in which the fence was constructed, or at minimum in order to document the authorization of
the fence. Beals explained that the only requirement that Engineering usually enforces, regardless of
whether the fence is parallel or perpendicular to the public right-of-way, is that a fence is stepped back
at least two feet from the back of sidewalk. The existing fence was installed within the requi red two
feet, so there may need to be adjustments in order to obtain the permit.
Describing the fence, Beals described it as being a three-rail picket fence with spacing in between the
slats. The spacing is large enough to be able to see through the fence but still offer some privacy and
division between the properties.
Chair La Mastra asked to clarify that the Commission would not be approving/denying the
encroachment into the two-foot setback from rear of sidewalk, and that would instead be determined
by Engineering. The Land Use Review Commission is only looking at the variance rel ated to fence
height. Beals confirmed that the Land Use Review Commission is only looking at the height.
Application Presentation:
Applicant Georgia Aker, 3418 Thames Ct. addressed the Commission and agreed to hold the meeting
in a hybrid format. Aker stated that she had lived at the current address for more than 25 years and
lives a very quiet life and wants her peace and enjoyment of her property to be respected. Aker
explained that she had experienced numerous issues with tenants in a neighboring rental property,
including barking dogs, harassment, and trespassing/vandalism. Aker stated that she eventually
installed security cameras on her property and contacted Police in an effort to address the conflict she
was experiencing with her neighbors.
On the other side of the house, Aker described a situation wherein the neighbors would park their
vehicles stacked out into the cul-de-sac, which resulted in her driveway being blocked. She spoke with
the neighbors numerous times and attempted mediation in 2002. The parking issues continued into at
least 2016, and the problem continues with the current residents.
Due to these issues, Aker explained that she decided to install fences in order to create division
between the two neighboring properties as a means to create peace and quiet within her own property.
Aker stated that since the fence has gone up, the unpleasantries have largely stopped. She stated that
if she were made to lower the fence to four feet, the unpleasantries would be begin again. Aker has no
plans to move and just wants peace.
Commission member Meyer asked the applicant if they were aware that a permit was required for the
installation of a fence. Applicant Aker indicated she called a landscape who was referred by a friend
and assumed they would have applied for the proper permits. Aker stated she did call the Zoning
Department prior to installation and was not made aware of either the four-foot height requirement or
the need for an Engineering permit.
Audience Member Kerri Allison, 3424 Thames Ct., addressed the Commission and agreed to
participate in a hybrid format. Allison stated that as a resident, she was compelled to ask what the
repercussions would be for building a structure without first obtaining the proper documentation.
Chair La Mastra answered the options would be to either correct the physical structure to ensure
compliance, or to come before the Land Use Review Commission and seek a variance.
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Allison continued, stating that while she did not feel the fence in question should grant Ms. Aker
permission to toss items over it that she does not feel compelled to have to contend with, and in some
sort of attempt to satisfy her discontent with the neighbors and the neighborhood, Allison stated for the
record that she did feel the fence was aesthetically pleasing; it causes no discontent or disruption with
the adjoining neighbors nor the neighborhood. With that, Allison urged the Commission approve the
variance request and maintain the fence as it is.
Commission Discussion:
Chair La Mastra stated the fence is aesthetically pleasing and seems to have quelled some of the
discontent in the neighborhood without causing additional strife. La Mastra appreciated staff pointing
out that there is the ability to see through the fence, thus minimizing safety concerns of those travelling
along the sidewalk. La Mastra stated her preference to approve the request and maintain the fence at
a five-foot rather than four-foot height.
Commission member Lawton agreed with the comments of La Mastra, and asked Beals if the
Commission and subsequent motion needed to stipulate anything about the Engineering department.
Beals indicated we can add a stipulation, but it is not a requirement, as Engineering would be following
up and reaching out to the applicant anyway.
Vice-Chair Shuff agreed with previous comments offered by La Mastra and Lawton, adding that the
transparency of the fence will allow for pedestrian and vehicle safety within the cl-de-sac.
Commission Member Shuff made a motion, seconded by Meyer to APPROVE WITH
CONDITIONS ZBA220022 based on the presentations by staff and testimony of the applicant,
as well as based on findings under section 2.10.4(H) to recommend approval with the condition
a fence permit is approved by the City Engineering department. Findings include the variance
is not detrimental to the public good, provided a fence permit is approved; the transparency of
the fence is designed to allow visual from the ground to the top of the fence; the increase fence
height is only located along the side property lines. Therefore, the variance request will not
diverge from the standard but in a nominal, inconsequential way, when considered in the
context of the neighborhood, and will continue to advance the purpose of the Land Use Code
contained in Section 1.2.2
Yeas: Shuff, Meyer, La Mastra, McCoy, Lawton Nays: - Absent: -
THE MOTION CARRIED, THE ITEM WAS APPROVED WITH CONDITIONS
2. APPEAL ZBA220023 – POSTPONED
Address: 524 Stover St.
Owner/ Petitioner: Reyes Sarmiento
Zoning District: N-C-M
Code Section: 4.8(D)(2)(a)(2)
Project Description:
This is a request to exceed the total floor area square footage allowed on the lot by 942 square feet.
The maximum permitted is 3,625 square feet.
*Prior to hearing Appeal ZBA220024, Vice Chair Shuff stated for the record that he has previously
performed work with the applicant’s contractor [Keira Harkin],but does not currently have current work
with them. Because of this, Shuff does not believe that he currently has any conflict of interest in
hearing the appeal.
3. APPEAL ZBA220024
Address: 409 S Grant Ave.
Owner: Ashley & Jordan Radin
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Petitioner: Keira Harkin, General Contractor
Zoning District: N-C-M
Code Section: 4.8(F)(1)(d)
Project Description:
This is a request to have a portion of the second floor overhang the lower side exterior walls.
Staff Presentation:
Beals presented slides relevant to the appeal and discussed the variance request, noting that the
property is located on S Grant Ave. just south of W Magnolia St. and north of W Mulberry St. The
property is an interior parcel onto the block. The site plan provided in the applicant materials shows the
existing conditions of the property; the request is to build an addition on the back, a portion of which
would include a second-floor overhang. The overhang necessitates the request for a variance.
Presenting drawings of the proposed side elevations, Beals described the window/dormer element that
would overhang the first floor. The Land Use Code within Conservation Districts (N-C-M, N-C-L, N-C-
B) have certain design standards to preserve and help architecture relate to Old Town architecture
vocabulary. Part of this is not to allow overhangs of the second floor over first floor. Beals stated there
are some exceptions to this standard, giving the example of a flat-roof porch which would have a
second-story deck on top. Beals commented that in this case, the portion overhanging is very small in
size, similar in size to the staircase inside or the width of a chimney of fireplace projection. Beals
stated the intent of the code is to prevent the entire second floor from overhanging, not necessarily
small elements.
Beals presented drawings of the existing and proposed east elevations, noting the placement of the
proposed window overhang. Continuing with pictures of the existing property when viewed from the
sidewalk, Beals noted the distance of the proposed addition as well as existing overhanging
landscaping would help to minimize the visibility of the proposed overhang.
Chair La Mastra noted that when looking at the existing east elevation, there appears to be an
overhang or projecting on the right side of the structure. Beals clarified the element to be an existing
roof eave.
Commission member Lawton asked to clarify that the bulk of the addition is not in question, it is just
the overhanging window included in the proposed addition. Beals confirmed that to be accurate.
Application Presentation:
Applicant representative Keira Harkin, General Contractor, 201 E Oak St., addressed the Commission
and agreed to hold the meeting in a hybrid format. Keira stated she would be the first to admit that of
the many Land Use Codes they try to adhere to, the second-story overhang requirement was missed.
Harkin explained that from a building standpoint, the goal was to bridge the existing vaulted ceiling to
the addition with a second-story hallway. In creating the hallway space, the intent is to create a new
office space to accommodate increased remote work within the home. The projection of the window
helps to create more usable office space as well as bridge the gap between existing and new
construction.
From an aesthetic standpoint, the articulation with the cantilever helps to break up a long wall, and
from a building standpoint it helps to join new and existing roof structures —the construction of which is
not visible in the plans. Harkin also noted that from streetside, the window is hidden from view as
depicted in the photos shown by Beals.
Commission member Lawton asked Harkin to confirm that the proposed window overhang is located
on the driveway side of the home. Harkin confirmed, stating that the setback is 13 feet, and the
cantilever is 2 feet deep and 8 feet wide. Chair La Mastra commented that in the plans it appeared that
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the cantilever was noted to be 3 feet deep; Harkin stated the eave is 3 feet deep but the cantilever
itself is 2 feet deep.
Applicant Ashley Radin, 409 S Grant Ave., addressed the Commission and agreed to hold the m eeting
in a hybrid format. Radin stated that Harkin had provided an accurate summation of the request. Radin
commented that she had toured the surrounding neighborhood and noted that several of the homes do
have existing cantilevers similar to that being proposed; pictures of some of these were provided in the
applicant materials for comparison. Because the window would be 80-100 feet back from streetside
the visual impact would be minimal, and the gains in livability outweigh the slight variance to standar d.
Commission Discussion:
Vice-Chair Shuff stated his opinion that the request was reasonable, noting that the window is well -
removed from the street and is behind the primary structure, and is projecting into the driveway rather
than a setback. Shuff commented that because of the manner in which the narrow Old Town lots are
viewed from the streets, the addition itself will be only slightly visible. Shuff agreed with the staff
recommendation to approve the request.
Commission member Meyer commented he could definitely support this request, stating that the code
section intent revolves around architectural character and trying to prevent cantilevering of an entire
second floor. The proposed window cantilever is a small and nominal section of floor which c reates
additional character of the home and speaks to the character of the home and surrounding
neighborhood. Meyer stated his support for the request.
Commission member Lawton commented the floor plans provided by the applicant help to describe the
manner in which the cantilever helps to create additional usable space, which will be good for the
residents. Lawton stated his support for the request.
Commission Member Meyer made a motion, seconded by Lawton to APPROVE ZBA220024
based on the following findings: The granting of the modification of standard is not detrimental
to the public good; the proposal as submitted will not diverge from the standards of the Land
Use Code but in a nominal, inconsequential way when considered in the context of the
neighborhood, and will continue to advance the purpose of the Land Use Code contained in
Section 1.2.2. Approval is based on the findings that the upper story overhand projects 3 feet
from the lower story; the overhang setback is 14 feet; the width of the overhang is 10 feet.
Yeas: Shuff, Meyer, La Mastra, McCoy, Lawton Nays: - Absent: -
THE MOTION CARRIED, THE ITEM WAS APPROVED
• OTHER BUSINESS
Beals announced to the Commission that Council approved two appointments to the Land Use Review
Commission, which will fill our current vacancies. Those individuals will be joining the Commission for
the August hearing.
• ADJOURNMENT – meeting adjourned at 9:09am
Shelley La Mastra, Chair Noah Beals, Senior City Planner-Zoning
Agenda Item 1
Item # 1 - Page 1
STAFF REPORT AUGUST 11, 2022
STAFF
Noah Beals, Senior City Planner/Zoning
PROJECT
ZBA220023
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
Address: 524 Stover St.
Owner/Petitioner: Reyes Sarmiento
Zoning District: N-C-M
Code Section: 4.8(D)(2)(a)2; 4.8(D)(6)
Variance Request:
This is a request to exceed the total floor area square footage allowed on the lot by 1,202 square feet. The
maximum permitted is 3,625 square feet. Also, for the accessory building to have a footprint of 832sf; the
maximum allowed is 600 sf.
COMMENTS:
1. Background:
The property is a part of the original town plat of 1873. The original primary structure was constructed in
1905. It is unclear how many changes have occurred since original construction.
In 2013 two building permits were applied for. One permit was for the primary structure and increased the
floor area from 3,492 sf to 3,995 sf. The other permit was for a two-car garage with one-car carport that is
832 sf. In 2013 the floor area requirements did not include carports and allowed a higher floor area. In time
the house permit was issued a letter of completion. However, the work included in the garage permit was
stalled and the permit expired.
Later in the 2013, the floor area standards did change. The changes resulted in the primary structure being
over the allowable floor area. Therefore, a new permit cannot be issued for the proposed garage to be built.
The primary structure is 3,995sf - this includes a portion of the attic that was finished. The proposed garage
was thought to be 572 sf, however the code changes define floor area to include the carport resulting in the
proposed square footage to be 832 sf. The total square footage with existing and proposed is 4,827 sf.
2. Applicant’s statement of justification: See petitioner’s letter.
3. Staff Conclusion and Findings:
Under Section 2.10.4(H), staff recommends approval and finds that:
• The variance is not detrimental to the public good.
• The existing increase to the primary building came from finishing the attic space, not increasing the
building size.
• The proposed garage is one story in height and meeting required setbacks.
• The carport area is currently used as a parking space.
• The proposed garage was issued a permit and construction started resulting in an unfinished
building.
Therefore, the variance request will not diverge from the standard but in a nominal, inconsequential way,
when considered in the context of the neighborhood, and will continue to advance the purpose of the Land
Use Code contained in Section 1.2.2
4. Recommendation:
Staff recommends approval of APPEAL ZBA220023.
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Reyes Sarmiento
524 Stover Street
Fort Collins, CO 80524
970-691-4239
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Main Office
524 Stover Street
Fort Collins, Colorado 80524
Cell: (970) 691-4239 e-mail: reyessf5@msn.com
June 6, 2022
City of Fort Collins
Zoning
Attn: Missy Nelson
I am writing to ask for a variance to finish the construction of a detached garage in the back of
our property at 524 Stover Street. The original permit was applied for and granted in August of
2013. Due to financial hardship (my daughter tore her ACL in her knee, twice within a 2 ½ year
span) and we were still finishing up items from a previous permit, the work on the garage was
delayed and actually stopped.
I have included a picture of the foundation already in place which was inspected at that time
before we stopped working on it. The property to the South of us has two separate
garage/storage units, and the property two house from us on the North has a similar two car
garage. So it seems like we would just be falling in line with what’s already existing in the area.
Basically, I would just like the permission to continue with the building of the garage at this
time.
Sincerely,
Reyes Sarmiento
From:Noah Beals
To:Kory Katsimpalis
Subject:FW: [EXTERNAL] Reyes Sarmiento 524 Stover St.
Date:Friday, August 5, 2022 11:27:33 AM
From: Karyn Hendricks <karynski3@gmail.com>
Sent: Thursday, August 4, 2022 9:22 AM
To: Noah Beals <nbeals@fcgov.com>
Cc: reyessf5@msn.com
Subject: [EXTERNAL] Reyes Sarmiento 524 Stover St.
I have been a neighbor of the Sarmiento family for many years living at 528 Stover St, Fort Collins,
CO 80524. Receiving this letter from what I understand for a denial of this family building a garage.
They need a garage very much. They have a larger family and most of the time they park on Stover
St.
Honestly they are fantastic, kind neighbors. In this neighborhood there are multiple lots with larger
homes, garages and even outbuildings and separate living areas. They are wanting to build a garage
for their nice vehicles from my understanding.
The alley behind our homes on Stover does not always make homeowners on this block safe. They
have only improved their property since they bought their house. Which in turn helps the whole
block in itself.
Denying them covered parking is not in my viewpoint going to make their home too big for the
property. Also, creating a safer entryway to the house. Alleviating so many cars parked on Stover in
this block.
Everywhere you look in Old Town area they have multiple buildings. Even campers and more where
people live. What they want to build is only a plus for myself and others on the block.
Thank you.
Agenda Item 2
Item # 2 - Page 1
STAFF REPORT AUGUST 11, 2022
STAFF
Noah Beals, Senior City Planner/Zoning
PROJECT
ZBA220025
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
Address: 1024 Ponderosa Dr.
Owner/Petitioner: Steve Otis
Zoning District: R-L
Code Section: 4.4(D)(2)(c)
Variance Request:
This is a request to build an accessory building that will encroach 8.5 feet into the 15-foot rear setback.
COMMENTS:
1. Background:
The property was part of the Alvin Miller annexation in 1964. At the time of annexation, it also received
development approval to construct a subdivision of single detached housing. The primary structure was built
a year later in 1965.
Since 1965 the property has required a 15-foot rear-yard setback. Additionally, there is 6-foot utility
easement that overlaps the 15-foot setback.
The proposed request is to place a shed 6.6 feet into the require 15-foot setback. The abutting neighbor to
the east has heavily vegetated landscaping along the property line limiting view into their property. Also, a
mature tree in the applicants rear yard limits the location of a new structure.
2. Applicant’s statement of justification: See petitioner’s letter.
3. Staff Conclusion and Findings:
Under Section 2.10.4(H), staff recommends approval and finds that:
• The variance is not detrimental to the public good
• There is a mature tree limiting the placement of the shed.
• The abutting neighbor has thick vegetation at the shared property line limiting the view of the
proposed shed.
• The proposed location does not encroach on the easement.
Therefore, the variance request will not diverge from the standard but in a nominal, inconsequential way,
when considered in the context of the neighborhood, and will continue to advance the purpose of the Land
Use Code contained in Section 1.2.2
4. Recommendation:
Staff recommends approval of APPEAL ZBA220025.
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Rob Bianchetto
From:jso <pda726@gmail.com>
Sent:Wednesday, June 22, 2022 2:33 PM
To:Zoning
Cc:Steve otis
Subject:[EXTERNAL] Application for variance
Attachments:app request signature page.pdf
Categories:LURC, Rob
Mightthisserveasawrittenstatement?
Iownthepropertyat1024PonderosaDr.Iamretiredandtoprotectmywife'shealth,andkeepthedustoutofthe
houseIneedaplacetowork.WhileIwasplanningthisIstartedwithasatelliteviewofthepropertyandyoucouldtell
rightawaytherewasonespotfortheshop.Iconsideredthenicenewveryprivateareathatitwouldcreateonthefront
side.Therequired15'setbackis,firstofall,onethirdofmybackyardandwhenyouputallofthatbehindtheshedit
takesawaythenicespaceandjambsitupwithatreeandwastesthespacebehindtheshed.TheonlyexplanationIget
is"LDR"butnothingexplainsthe15'requirementhere.Theonlyonebeingaffectedbythisisme.Myneighborsdonot
care,whydoesthecity?
HowandwheredoIneedtosendthe300.00fee?