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AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY DATE: February 19, 2008
FORT COLLINS CITY COUNCIL STAFF: Steve Olt
SUBJECT
Items pertaining to the Thorland No. 2 Annexation and Zoning.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends adoption of the Resolution and the Ordinances on First Reading.
The Planning and Zoning Board voted 7 - 0 to recommend approval of the annexation; and, the
Board voted 7 - 0 to recommend that the property be placed in the UE - Urban Estate Zoning
District.
The Planning and Zoning Board voted 7 - 0 to recommend that this property be included in the
Residential Neighborhood Sign District.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A. Resolution 2008-014 Setting Forth Findings of Fact and Determinations Regarding the
Thorland No. 2 Annexation.
B. Hearing and First Reading of Ordinance No. 018, 2008, Annexing Property Known as the
Thorland No. 2 Annexation to the City of Fort Collins, Colorado.
C. Hearing and First Reading of Ordinance No. 019, 2008, Amending the Zoning Map of the
City of Fort Collins and Classifying for Zoning Purposes the Property Included in the
Thorland No. 2 Annexation to the City of Fort Collins, Colorado.
This is a request to annex and zone 5.18 acres located on the north side of Kechter Road
approximately 800 feet east of South Timberline Road. It is the southerly portion of Lot 1 of the
Blehm Subdivision in Larimer County. The other portion of Lot 1 of the Blehm Subdivision is
adjacent to the north of the property. The property is partially developed (with one single-family
residence and outbuildings)and is in the FA 1 -Fanning District in Larimer County. The requested
zoning for this annexation is UE - Urban Estate.
This annexation request is in conformance with the State of Colorado Revised Statutes as they
relate to annexations,the City of Fort Collins Comprehensive Plan,the Larimer County and City
of Fort Collins Intergovernmental Agreements, the City of Fort Collins Land Use Code, and the
Fossil Creek Reservoir Area Plan. There are no issues or known controversies associated with
this annexation.
February 19, 2008 -2- Item No. 17 A-C
Staff is recommending that this property be included in the Residential Neighborhood Sign District.
A map amendment will not be necessary to place this property on the Residential Neighborhood
Sign District Map because the property is shown to already be outside of the Areas Not In The Sign
District.
APPLICANT: Miles and Jennifer Thorland
4918 Bluestein Court
Fort Collins, CO 80525
OWNER: Same As Applicant
BACKGROUND
The applicants and property owners,Miles and Jennifer Thorland,have submitted a written petition
requesting annexation of 5.18 acres located on the north side of Kechter Road, approximately 800
feet east of South Timberline Road. It is the southerly portion of Lot 1 of the Blehm Subdivision
in Larimer County. The other portion of Lot I of the Blehm Subdivision is adjacent to the north of
the property. The property is partially developed (with one single-family residence and
outbuildings)and is in the FAI -Farming District in Larimer County. The requested zoning for this
annexation is UE - Urban Estate. The surrounding properties are currently zoned FAI - Farming
in Larimer County to the west, north, east, and south. This is a 100% voluntary annexation.
The property is located within the Fort Collins Urban Growth Area. According to policies and
agreements between the City ofFort Collins and Larimer County contained in the Intergovernmental
Agreement for the Fort Collins Urban Growth Area, the City will agree to consider annexation of
property in the UGA when the property is eligible for annexation according to State law. This
property gains the required 1/6 contiguity to existing City limits from a common boundary with the
Thorland Annexation No. I (currently in the process) to the north.
The surrounding zoning and land uses are as follows:
N: FA in Larimer County; undeveloped(Thorland Annexation No. 1, in process)
E: FAI in Larimer County; existing single-family residential
S: FAI in Larimer County; existing single-family residential
W: FAI in Latimer County; existing single-family residential
The requested zoning for this annexation is the UE - Urban Estate Zoning District. There are
numerous uses permitted in this District, subject to either administrative review or review by the
Planning and Zoning Board. The City's adopted Structure Plan, a part of the Comprehensive Plan,
suggests that Urban Estate Neighborhood is appropriate in this location.
Staff is recommending that this property be included in the Residential Neighborhood Sign District,
which was established for the purpose of regulating signs for non-residential uses in certain
geographical areas of the City that may be particularly affected by such signs because of their
predominantly residential use and character. A map amendment will not be necessary to place this
property on the Residential Neighborhood Sign District Map because the property is shown to
already be outside of Areas Not In The Sign District.
February 19, 2008 -3- Item No. 17 A-C
Findings
1. The annexation of this area is consistent with the policies and agreements between Larimer
County and the City of Fort Collins contained in the Intergovernmental Agreement for the
Fort Collins Urban Growth Area.
2. The area meets the eligibility requirements included in State law to qualify for a voluntary
annexation to the City.
3. On January 15, 2008, the City Council adopted Resolution 2008-002 that accepted the
annexation petition and determined that the petition was in compliance with State law. The
Resolution also initiated the annexation process for the property by establishing the date,
time and place when a public hearing would be held regarding the readings of the
Ordinances annexing and zoning the area.
4. The requested UE—Urban Estate Zoning District is in conformance with the policies of the
City's Comprehensive Plan.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends approval of the annexation and requested zoning of UE -Urban Estate.
Staff is recommending that this property be included in the Residential Neighborhood Sign District.
A map amendment will not be necessary to place this property on the Residential Neighborhood
Sign District Map.
PLANNING AND ZONING BOARD RECOMMENDATION
The Planning and Zoning Board, at its regular monthly meeting of January 17, 2008,voted 7 - 0 to
recommend approval of the annexation. The Board voted 7 - 0 to recommend that the property be
placed in the UE - Urban Estate Zoning District.
The Planning and Zoning Board voted 7 - 0 to recommend that this property be included in the
Residential Neighborhood Sign District.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Vicinity map.
2. Proposed zoning.
3. Structure Plan
4. Statement of Principles and Policies and Consistency
5. Statement of Necessity and Desirability of Annexation
6. Minutes from the January 17, 2008 Planning and Zoning Board meeting (draft).
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ATTACHMENT 4
(Thorland Annexation No. 2)
Statement Regarding Necessity and Desirability of Annexation
The proposed property for annexation, Lot l of the Blehm Subdivision, currently borders
the city of Fort Collins on its northern boundary. The property also falls within the Fossil
Creek Reservoir Area Plan growth management area.
Therefore, it is both the intent of the City of Fort Collins as well as Larimer County that
this property ultimately be annexed into the city of Fort Collins.
ATTACHMENTS
(fhoriand Annexation No. 21
Statement of Principles and Policies and Consistency
For the Thorland request for annexation into the city of Fort Collins of Lot 1 of the
Blebm Subdivision.
Policy T-1.4 Adequate Facilities.The City will ensure the provision of adequate
facilities for the movement of goods and people while maintaining the integrity of
existing streets and minimizing travel-related impacts within residential neighborhoods.
As growth occurs,appropriate transportation investments should be made to support
increased demands for travel.
Response: We will provide money for the improvements on Kechter road as
required or alternatively we will put money into escrow for those same
improvements.
PRINCIPLE CAD-1: Each addition to the street system will be designed with
consideration to the visual character and the experience of the citizens who will use the
street system and the adjacent property. Together,the layout of the street network and the
streets themselves will contribute to the character, form and scale of the City.
Response: Improvements made to Kechter road adhere to the required standards
set forth for Kechter road by the city of Fort Collins.
Policy HSG2.4 Preservation of Neighborhoods.The City will attempt to retain
existing affordable housing stock through conservation efforts of older residential
neighborhoods.
Response: The original house on this property,Lot I of the Blehm subdivision,
will remain.
Policy ENV4.2 Water Supply Policy. The raw water requirements for new
development should be set such that, with other water acquisitions and water
conservation measures, the total water supply available is adequate to meet or exceed a
1 in 50-year drought.
Response: The property comes with in of 1.2 shares(—5 acre feet)of the New
Mercer ditch which will be used to supplement city water for irrigation purposes.
Policy ENV-6.1 Protection and Enhancement. The City's regulatory powers will be
used to preserve,protect,and enhance the resources and values of natural areas by
directing development away from sensitive natural features—such as
wetlands, riparian areas and wildlife habitat. When it is not possible to direct
development away from natural areas,these areas will be protected in the developed
landscape.
Response: The property does not fall within a designated natural area and does
not contain wetlands.
PRINCIPLE GM-3: The City will consider the annexation of new territory into the City
limits when the annexation of such property conforms to the vision,goals,and policies of
City Plan.
Policy GM-3.1 Annexation Policies. The City Council will weigh the following
factors when considering the annexation of new land into the incorporated limits:
a. Statutory requirements. The property must meet all statutory requirements
for annexation according to the laws of the State of Colorado.
Response: this property meets the statutory requirements for annexation.
b. Property to be annexed must be located within the Growth
Management Area The property must be located within the Growth Management Area
boundary,or the boundary must be amended using the process described in GM 1.2
before the City considers the proposed annexation.
Response: The land is located within the boundaries of the Fossil Creek
Reservoir Area Plan.
GM-3.1.e. Infrastructure standards. Developed land,or areas seeking voluntary
annexation,must have their infrastructure improved (e.g., streets, utilities
and storm drainage systems)to City standards,or must have a mechanism
(e.g.,a special improvement district,capital improvements program,etc.)in
place to upgrade such services and facilities to City standards before the City
will assume full responsibility for future maintenance.
Response: Money will either be put into escrow or payment will be made to the
city for the required improvements on Kechter road. Additional infrastructure
changes for water utilities will not be required as the property is already served by
either the city or the county for these services.
PRINCIPLE GM-5: The provision of adequate public facilities and the phasing of
infrastructure improvements will be important considerations in the timing and location
of development.
Policy GM-5.1 Phasing of Development. The provision of public facilities and
services will be utilized to direct development in desired directions,according to the
following considerations:
a. Development will only be permitted where it can be adequately served by critical
public facilities and services such as water, sewer, police,transportation, schools,
fire, stormwater management,and parks, in accordance with adopted levels of
service for public facilities and services.
Response: The property is currently served by the Ft. CollinA oveland water
district, Excel,and Poudre Valley REA. Sewer is provided by septic and will
remain on septic since a main sewer line does not exist within 400 feet. There is
no need for storm sewer since less than 35%of the property is impermeable.
There are no streets on the existing property. Any subsequent residential
development will require the installation of an in-home sprinkler system to
comply with fire code.
c. Development that occurs within the Growth Management Area will have at
least one-sixth of its boundary area contiguous with existing urban
development,except as may be otherwise provided by the legislation of the
City Council.
Response: The property will be annexed in two simultaneous annexations so as to
meet the above requirement.
PRINCIPLE GM-8: The City will promote compatible infill and
redevelopment in areas within the Growth Management Area
boundary.
Policy GM-8.1 Targeted Redevelopment/Infdl. Redevelopment and infill
development will be encouraged in targeted locations. The purpose of these areas is to
channel growth where it will be beneficial and can best improve access to jobs,housing
and services with fewer and shorter auto trips.These targeted areas are parts of the city
where general agreement exists that development or redevelopment is beneficial. A
major goal is to increase economic activity in the area to benefit existing residents and
businesses and, where necessary,provide the stimulus to redevelop.
These areas should be defined from City Plan, Subarea Plans, Zoning and locational
criteria such as:
a. Underutilized land
Response: The 6.68 acre property currently has I single family home. The intent
is to add a second single family home after the property is subdivided(which will
take place after the annexation).
PRINCIPLE AN-1: New neighborhoods will be integral parts of the
broader community structure.
Response: The annexation of this property will not create a new neighborhood. The
property will still belong to the Blehm Subdivision
Policy EXN-1.2 Collaboration with Surrounding Residents. The City will continue
to ensure that neighbors will be advised of any changes and be requested to comment.
Stated preferences of neighbors will be considered in determining acceptable intensity
and character of infill and redevelopment.
Response: We are providing APO labels to the city that identify the surrounding
neighbors per the requirements for annexation_ In addition,we have notified our
immediate neighbors in the Blehm Subdivision both verbally and in writing of our
plans to annex and subsequently build a second home on the property.
Land Use Code DIVISION 4.2 URBAN ESTATE DISTRICT(U-E)
This property has been zoned U-E
Response: This property is in full compliance with the land use codes as specified
in section 4.2 of the Fort Collins Land Use code
ATTACHMENT
Planning & Zoning Board
January 17, 2008
Page 4
The following two projects were considered together
Project: Thorland Annexation and Zoning No. 1 -#32-07
Project Description: This is a request to annex and zone 1.66 acres located on the north side of
Kechter Road approximately 800 feet east of South Timberline Road. It is the
northerly portion of Lot 1 of the Blehm Subdivision in Larimer County. The other
portion of Lot 1 of the Blehm Subdivision is adjacent to the south of the
property. The Stetson Creek residential development is adjacent to the north of
the property. The property is undeveloped and is in the FA1 - Farming District in
Larimer County. The requested zonintg fbr this annexation is UE - Urban Estate.
Recommendation: Approval subject to two conditions--one condition relating to preserving the
integrity of underground utilities ond at the time of submittal for P.D.P., the
architectural elevations for the west elevation"shell demonstrate compliance
with Section 3.5.1(G)— Building Heig1hlRa06w and Section 3.5.1(H)— Land
Use Transition.
Project: Thorland Annexation and Zoning No. 2
Project Description: This is a request to annex and zone 5.18 acres located on the north side of
Kechter:fioad approximately 800 feet east of South Timberline Road. It is the
souItlerty'poi': on of Lot 1 of the Blehm Subdivision in Larimer County. The other
ppr(ion of Lot 1of the Blehm Subdivision is adjacent to the north of the
property. The=pbperty is partially developed (with one single-family residence
and outbuilding) and is in the FA1 - Farming District in Larimer County. The
reque§tedzoniniq}fir this annexation is UE - Urban Estate.
Recommendation: Staff recorfiepds approval of the annexation and recommends that the
property be pfaped:in the UE - Urban Estate Zoning District.
Staff is recommending that this property be included in the Residential
Neighborhood Sign District. A map amendment would not be necessary should
the Planning and Zoning Board recommend that this property be placed on the
Residential Neighborhood Sign District Map.
Hearing Testimony, Written Comments and Other Evidence
Planner Steve Olt reported this property (in the case of Annexation # 1) gains the required 1/6
contiguity to existing City limits from a common boundary with the South Harmony Annexation
(February, 1986) to the north. Once approved, the second annexation request gains the required 1/6
contiguity to existing City limits from a common boundary with Annexation # 1.
The applicants and property owners, Miles & Jennifer Thorland, have submitted a written petition
requesting annexation of 1.66 acres located on the north side of Kechter Road approximately 800 feet
east of South Timberline Road. It is the northerly portion of Lot 1 of the Blehm Subdivision in Larimer
Planning & Zoning Board
January 17, 2008
Page 5
County. The other portion of Lot 1 of the Blehm Subdivision is adjacent to the south of the property.
The Stetson Creek residential development is adjacent to the north of the property.
Miles & Jennifer Thorland have submitted a second written petition requesting annexation of 5.18
acres located on the north side of Kechter Road approximately 800 feet east of South Timberline
Road. It is the southerly portion of Lot 1 of the Blehm Subdivision in Larimer County. The other portion
of Lot 1 of the Blehm Subdivision is adjacent to the north of the property.
The requests are nothing more than bringing the parcels into the City limits—it is not a design
proposal. The owners expressed intent is to subdivide and build an additional single-family residence.
That action is not yet initiated. When they come in with a development proposal, it would require an
easement or future right-of-way. Staff would want to see a circulation road. The right-of-way would
be the starting point for redevelopment.
Member Rollins asked if the annexations were approved, wpOld the lot to the east be able to do that
with one request. Olt replied yes—they would have 50%.Co'ntiguty.
Chair Schmidt wondered what would happen if the lb*,i urrently In the County want to be annexed
and do not want to grant right-of-way for a road. Olt re0ff8d,wheq,:0n sexed and wanting to subdivide,
they are required by LUC Section 3.6 to provide connectivit"'be 66 properties.
Member Wetzler asked how the street alignment would be des tined when the seven lots in this
area are annexed and built out. Olt replied the lot depths ark Hover 1300 feet from Kechter
Road/County Road 36. A road would be needed no more than 660 f1hoffi that starting point. Olt said
this road would not be a collector street or a part of the Street Mister Plan. Until we see the
redevelopment plans for the properties, it is unknown where the logical alignment would be.
Public Input
Pete Miller, 2309 Sweetwater, lives north of the proposed annexation. He wondered what advantage
it would be for the City to annex. He'd be interested in learning exactly what would be occurring—he
understands there are plans to build a single family residence but he's not seen them. He'd like to
know what is beitxg planned for the entire seven parcels. He's worried what would happen in a
piecemeal fashion.
Carl Edwards lives in Stetson Greek Subdivision. He'd like to understand why the City would allow
one piece of a fairly large area to be annexed. Why not one master plan versus one parcel at a time?
With a master plan, we'd have a better sense of planning for drainage, easements/roads, utilities, and
sewers. If there's not a masterptan, can we get one?
End of Public Input
Staff member Olt said.to the best of his knowledge all the parcels are individually owned. The
property is located well within the Fort Collins Urban Growth Area (UGA.) According to policies and
agreements between the City of Fort Collins and Larimer County contained in the Intergovernmental
Agreement for the Fort Collins Urban Growth Area, the City agrees to consider annexation of property
in the UGA when the property is eligible for annexation according to State law. This not a forced
annexation or enclave situation. It is a voluntary petition to annex. The property owner's intent is to
subdivide and build a second single-family residence. When the property is annexed it would come in
with an Urban Estates (UE) zoning designation.
Planning & Zoning Board
January 17, 2008
Page 6
Chair Schmidt asked Olt to describe the standards for Urban Estate. Olt explained that UE is one of
the three lowest density zones. It requires that residential property in that zone be on one-half acre
parcels or no more than two per acre. Cluster development is also allowed in that zone and must
maintain the same density requirements. In this case with six acres there could be a maximum of 12
units with a corresponding requirement that 50% of the parcel be in open space.
Olt said speaking to the question of advantage to the City this is not an action the City initiated.
Rather because the owner wants to subdivide and build, they have elected to petition for annexation.
There is no master plan for the approximately 8 or 9 parcels/60 acres north of Kechter. It is not
normally the type of situation where we would direct the type of development that would occur. He's
talked to a number of the property owners as there seems to be a 4t>[ of interest in that area. The
Thorlands, however, are the only ones who have petitioned for anneyAtion.
Chair Schmidt asked if any of the parcels are currently for sale. Ott responded.yes. When he was out
there a couple of weeks ago to take photos for tonight's presentation, he notibed two for-sale signs for
parcels east of the Thorlands.
Member Rollins asked Olt to speak to planning for drainage or utilities whether it's an individual
property owner or a developer for the whole approximately 60 acre parcel. Would we not hold them
both to the same standards? Olt responded yes they would be held to the same standards. Utility
plans and a drainage report are some of the items that are reviewed at the time a project development
plan subdivision proposal is submitted.
Miles Thorland, 4918 Bluestem Court, said he owns:.the property with his wife. His in-laws live in the
home currently on the parcel. For the Board s.informat(cin ,he's spoken to all the property owners in
the Blehm Subdivision as well as one property owner l fll 61th and a few to the west. He's shared
information on what they'd like to do. Before p4,rchasing the property, he met in conceptual review
with City staff and has an understanding of the requirements that relate to right-of-way, drainage and
utilities and they have no concerns in that regard. :.Additionally there are water rights and drainage
issues related to the New Mercer Ditch that affect seven,.parcels in the Blehm Subdivision. They will
maintain the status quo with that. The property will be a horse property and he wanted to reassure
the neighbors that while there is no master plan for the area, their plans are "a good thing" for the
neighborhood.
Chair Schmidt commented that as an area urbanizes or an individual property owner wants to add
another house (subdivide) the'Gounty thinks it's more appropriate for the City to act on the request—
satisfying standards that exist. fthin City limits.
Paul Miller asked if there were 01ans for the second home. Chair Schmidt said tonight the question
before the board is whether thd:.property should be annexed. Any questions related to plans would be
more appropriate at the Ome they come in with a project development plan.
Paul Miller asked if whert'all the properties in the Blehm Subdivision are annexed will they all come in
as Urban Estate or will that change over time. Olt responded that the subdivision as identified on the
City's Structure Plan is shown as Urban Estate; so yes, all will come in as Urban Estate. If another
zoning district was requested, it would need to be evaluated by staff, reviewed by the Planning &
Zoning Board, with the ultimate decision being made by City Council. Deputy City Attorney Eckman
said that's not to say that it couldn't change to another zone given the proximity of more densely
developed subdivisions such as Sage Creek and Stetson Creek. Olt added that if that were the
situation there is a public notification/outreach process.
Planning & Zoning Board
January 17, 2008
Page 7
Carl Edwards said he'd like to applaud Mr. Thorland for asking that the property be annexed and for
having such a great plan. His concern remains if each one of these parcels are annexed separately
will each parcel have utilities and easements and retaining ponds or is there some way to create a
master plan so you don't have each property having to have that?
Olt responded from the standpoint of utility easements it's not different from what you'd find in a
subdivision such as Stetson Creek. Each property has specific utility easements for water, sewer,
electricity, etc. Detention (managed storm water run-off) would be required in some circumstances—
that would be defined (if required and where) when a subdivision plat and a;project development plan
are submitted. That can happen independently on each lot.
Deputy City Attorney Eckman added that if someone would try to assemble those lots and develop it
as a subdivision it would be possible to coordinate. But, failing that each person has a right to use/
develop their property. It may be piecemeal. If it is piecemeal, it.would most likely be low density type
development uses such as the Thorland's proposal.
Member Lingle recommended approval of Thorland Annexation and Zoning No 1-432-07
based on the Findings found on the Staff Report Page 3. Member Rollins seconded°the
motion. Motion passed 7:0.
Member Lingle recommended approval of Thorland Annexation and Zoning No 2-433-07
based on the Findings found on the Stiff-pport Page 3. Member Rollins seconded the
motion. Motion passed 7:0.
Other Business:
Member Lingle noticed when looking at information coated to term;lfimits for the Chair and Vice-Chair,
he noted the bylaws state that elections should take place in September. To his recollection,
elections have been in January. He asked if at some point we need to amend our by-laws. Director
Gloss said he'd like to put by-law review on a work session agenda.
Meeting adjourned at 7.00 p.m.
Cameron Gloss, Directo[ Brigitte Schmidt, Chair
RESOLUTION 2008-014
OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FORT COLLINS
SETTING FORTH FINDINGS OF FACT AND DETERMINATIONS
REGARDING THE THORLAND NO. 2 ANNEXATION
WHEREAS,annexation proceedings were heretofore initiated by the Council of the City of
Fort Collins for property to be known as the Thorland No. 2 Annexation; and
WHEREAS, following notice given as required by law, the Council has held a hearing on
said annexation.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FORT
COLLINS as follows:
Section 1. That the Council hereby finds that the petition for annexation complies with
the Municipal Annexation Act.
Section 2. That the Council hereby finds that there is at least one-sixth(1/6) contiguity
between the City and the property proposed to be annexed; that a community of interest exists
between the property proposed to be annexed and the City; that said property is urban or will be
urbanized in the near future;and that said property is integrated with or is capable ofbeing integrated
with the City.
Section 3. That the Council further determines that the applicable parts of said Act have
been met, that an election is not required under said Act and that there are no other terms and
conditions to be imposed upon said annexation.
Section 4. That the Council further finds that notice was duly given and a hearing was
held regarding the annexation in accordance with said Act.
Section 5. That the Council concludes that the area proposed to be annexed in the
Thorland No. 2 Annexation is eligible for annexation to the City and should be so annexed.
Passed and adopted at a regular meeting of the Council of the City of Fort Collins this 19th
day of February A.D. 2008,
Mayor
ATTEST:
City Clerk
ORDINANCE NO. 018, 2008
OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FORT COLLINS
ANNEXING PROPERTY KNOWN AS THE
THORLAND NO. 2 ANNEXATION
TO THE CITY OF FORT COLLINS, COLOR-ADO
WHEREAS,Resolution 2008-002,finding substantial compliance and initiating annexation
proceedings, has heretofore been adopted by the Council of the City of Fort Collins; and
WHEREAS,the Council does hereby find and determine that it is in the best interests of the
City to annex said area to the City.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FORT
COLLINS as follows:
Section 1. That the following described property, to wit:
A portion of Lot 1, Blehm Subdivision, located in the southwest Y< of section 5,
township 6 north,range 68 west of the 6'PM,County of Larimer,State of Colorado,
more particularly described as follows:
Basis of bearing: The south line of the southwest Y< of section 5, township 6 north,
range 68 west of the 6' PM, County of Larimer, State of Colorado, is assumed to
bear N89°32'56"E, with all bearings contained herein relative thereto.
Commencing at the southwest corner of section 5, township 6 north, range 68 west
of the 6'PM, County of Larimer, State of Colorado;
Thence N89°32'56"E on the south line of the southwest '/4, of said section 5, a
distance of 696.96 feet;
To a point on the west line of lot 1, Blehm Subdivision and the point of beginning;
Thence N00°10'00"W, on said west line, a distance of 862.98 feet;
Thence N90°00'00"E, a distance of 110.66 feet;
Thence N00°00'00"E, a distance of 232.07 feet;
Thence N90°00'00"E, a distance of 111.35 feet to the east line of the aforesaid lot
1;
Thence S00°15'17"E, on said east line, a distance of 1123.29 feet to the south right-
of-way line of Kechter Road;
Thence S89°32'56"W, on said south right-of-way line, a distance of 224.41 feet;
Thence N00°10'00"W, a distance of 30.01 feet to the point of beginning.
Containing a calculated area of 5.18 acres.
is hereby annexed to the City of Fort Collins and made a part of said City, to be known as the
Thorland No. 2 Annexation, which annexation shall become effective in accordance with the
provisions contained in Section 31-12-113,C.R.S.,including,without limitation,all required filings
for recording with the Larimer County Clerk and Recorder.
Section 2. That, in annexing said property to the City, the City does not assume any
obligation respecting the construction of water mains, sewer lines,gas mains, electric service lines,
streets or any other services or utilities in connection with the property hereby annexed except as
may be provided by the ordinances of the City.
Section 3. That the City hereby consents, pursuant to Section 37-45-136(3.6), C.R.S.,
to the inclusion of said property into the Municipal Subdistrict, Northern Colorado Water
Conservancy District.
Introduced, considered favorably on first reading, and ordered published this 19th day of
February, A.D. 2008, and to be presented for final passage on the 4th day of March, A.D. 2008.
Mayor
ATTEST:
City Clerk
Passed and adopted on final reading on the 4th day of March, A.D. 2008.
Mayor
ATTEST:
City Clerk
ORDINANCE NO. 019, 2008
OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FORT COLLINS
AMENDING THE ZONING MAP OF THE CITY OF FORT COLLINS
AND CLASSIFYING FOR ZONING PURPOSES THE PROPERTY INCLUDED
IN THE THORLAND NO. 2 ANNEXATION TO THE
CITY OF FORT COLLINS, COLORADO
WHEREAS, Division 1.3 of the Land Use Code of the City of Fort Collins establishes the
Zoning Map and Zone Districts of the City; and
WHEREAS, Division 2.9 of the Land Use Code of the City of Fort Collins establishes
procedures and criteria for reviewing the zoning of land; and
WHEREAS,in accordance with the foregoing,the Council has considered the zoning of the
property which is the subject of this ordinance, and has determined that the said property should be
zoned as hereafter provided.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FORT
COLLINS as follows:
Section 1. That the Zoning Map of the City of Fort Collins adopted pursuant to Section
1.3.2 of the Land Use Code of the City of Fort Collins is hereby changed and amended by including
the property known as the Thorland No. 2 Annexation to the City of Fort Collins, Colorado, in the
Urban Estate ("UE") Zone District, which property is more particularly described as situate in the
County of Larimer, State of Colorado, to wit:
A portion of Lot 1, Blehm Subdivision, located in the southwest '/4 of section 5,
township 6 north,range 68 west ofthe 61"PM,County of Larimer,State of Colorado,
more particularly described as follows:
Basis of bearing: The south line of the southwest '/< of section 5, township 6 north,
range 68 west of the 6' PM, County of Larimer, State of Colorado, is assumed to
bear N89°32'56"E, with all bearings contained herein relative thereto.
Commencing at the southwest corner of section 5, township 6 north, range 68 west
of the 61" PM, County of Larimer, State of Colorado;
Thence N89°32'56"E on the south line of the southwest '/<, of said section 5, a
distance of 696.96 feet;
To a point on the west line of lot 1, Blehm Subdivision and the point of beginning;
Thence N0090'00"W, on said west line, a distance of 862.98 feet;
Thence N90°00'00"E, a distance of 110.66 feet;
Thence N00°00'00"E, a distance of 232.07 feet;
Thence N90°00'00"E, a distance of 111.35 feet to the east line of the aforesaid lot
1;
Thence S00°15'17"E, on said east line, a distance of 1123.29 feet to the south right-
of-way line of Kechter Road;
Thence S89°32'56"W, on said south right-of-way line, a distance of 224.41 feet;
Thence N00°10'00"W, a distance of 30.01 feet to the point of beginning.
Containing a calculated area of 5.18 acres.
Section 2. That the Sign District Map adopted pursuant to Section 3.8.7(E)of the Land
Use Code of the City of Fort Collins is hereby changed and amended by showing that the above-
described property is included in the Residential Neighborhood Sign District.
Section 3. That the City Manager is hereby authorized and directed to amend said Zoning
Map in accordance with this Ordinance.
Introduced, considered favorably on first reading, and ordered published this 19th day of
February, A.D. 2008, and to be presented for final passage on the 4th day of March, A.D. 2008.
Mayor
ATTEST:
City Clerk
Passed and adopted on final reading on the 4th day of March, A.D. 2008.
Mayor
ATTEST:
City Clerk