HomeMy WebLinkAboutARBOR PLAZA SOUNDTRACK CAR AUDIO INSTALL - Filed GC-GENERAL CORRESPONDENCE - 2003-05-27Architecture, Design 6- Planning Worldwide Gensler
April 4, 2000
Troy Jones, City Planner
City of Fort Collins
Community Planning and Environmental Services
Current Planning
281 North College Street
P.O. Box 580
Fort Collins, Colorado 80522-0580
Dear Troy:
Gensler, on behalf of Mat -Mar Realty and Ultimate Electronics/SoundTrack, respectfully
submits the attached documents in accordance with the City of Fort Collins
requirements for submission of a "Subdivision Plan" and a "Project Development Plan" for
a proposed SoundTrack Car Audio Install and Warehouse.
Project Description: The proposed project is a one-story commercial building of
approximately 7,200 square feet that will be used as an accessory to an existing
SoundTrack retail store adjacent to the proposed site. The proposed project will include
a reception/waiting area, a six bay car audio installation facility, and an accessory
warehouse for the storage and distribution of retail merchandise.
The proposed uses are currently accommodated in the existing retail store. Once the
proposed facility is constructed, the existing retail store will be renovated.
Project Objectives:
Meet the spirit and the intent of the Fort Collins City Plan
Provide a facility that will be a positive addition to the neighborhood and the city
while meeting the needs of the owner
Achieve the overall goals and objectives of the project while working within the
special constraints of the site
Transportation:
Since the new facility is to replace functions already provided in the retail store,
transpo,tation impacts are expected to be minimal. Parking is provided by 5
existing spaces and 6 new spaces. The new spaces are included within the site
to minimize their impact to traffic on the adjacent access drives.
Pedestrian walkways have been provided within the site leading to the nearest
street (South Mason Street). Intersections between pedestrian traffic and
vehicular traffic have been kept to a minimum. Provisions have been made for
bicyclists, in accordance with the City Plan. 1625 Broad-z"w
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Community Appearance and Design:
It is acknowledged that the size and shape of the site, and the below grade
culvert running west to east through the site has resulted in a facility that is linear
in nature, a less than optimum solution. Through the use of changes in the plane
of the surface, change of texture, and change of color, a attempt has been
made to minimize the impact of the linear nature of the facility. Use of
landscaping and a other than rectangular relationship to South Mason Street also
help to soften the linear nature of the facility.
The selection of materials is intended to be compatible with the surrounding
development and provide a visual link with the adjacent retail store. Locating
the primary entry on the east side of the facility provides a physical link to the
adjacent retail store. Locating the truck dock on the south side under the primary
roof area minimizes the impact of the view from College Ave. as you look
between the SoundTrack store and Fazoli's.
Site lighting and landscaping have been designed to provide the necessary
security while minimizing the impact of area lighting.
Hazardous Materials and Waste:
To the best knowledge of the land owner, the petitioner, and the architect;
there are no hazardous materials contained upon or below the site. The
proposed use of the site does not require the use or storage of hazardous
materials. The Car Audio Install facility is for the installation of car audio
equipment. No car maintenance or repair is to be performed.
On/Off-site Noise:
Since all installation activity occurs indoors, no noise is expected to impact the
adjacent properties, access drives, or street. Vehicular traffic is expected to
remain at current levels, with little additional impact.
Natural Areas and Open Land:
Although the site is currently vacant, there is little vegetation on the site other
than the few immature trees noted on the existing conditions plan.
Because of its location surrounded by commercial uses, there appears to be little
passive recreational activity on the site.
The facility and its landscape are expected to enhance the visual appearance
of the site and the adjacent area.
Commercial District:
The proposed facility should be considered an infill retail commercial project, and
as such is encouraged by the City Plan.
Summary:
The design of the facility, the access and parking, and the landscaping, are
intended to meet the spirit and intent of the City Plan, while acknowledging
the specific constraints of the site.
Respectfully Suk>mitted,
Gensler
David George -Nichols
Ultimate Electronics, Inc.
9901 W. 50th Avenue
Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
Office: 303/420-1366
Fax: 303/467-5923
March 24, 1995
City of Fort Collins
281 North College Avenue
Fort Collins. Colorado 80522
RE: Arbor Plaza Box Culvert Design
Project No. 10-802-000
To Whom It May Concern:
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It is my understanding from Matmar Fort Collins, owners of the Arbor Plaza, that construction
plans have been reviewed by the City of Fort Collins for a box culvert and filling of the ditch on
Arbor Plaza's property, adjacent to SoundTrack. It is my further understanding that a part of
this work will involve the parcel owned by SoundTrack.
This letter is to assure the City of Fort Collins that SoundTrack is aware of the above
described work and gives its approval for the work to be performed. Matmar Fort Collins will
be responsible for performance of the work and completion of the project.
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C. Douglas Beall
Director of Design
and Construction
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