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HomeMy WebLinkAboutHAMPSHIRE COURT - Filed CS-COMMENT SHEETS - 2004-08-09PROJECT dw_ •, City of Fort cans COMMENT SHEECoffins DATE: 6 May 92 DEPARTMENT: ITEM: 54-87G HAMPSHIRE SQUARE II Please respond to this project by Friday, May 15, 1992 Planner: Steve Olt No Problems Problems or Concerns (see below) AS O Skj�? a" sa`itvij� a �righ�� s ' M in . oI-d Date: Z Signature: CHECK IF ]REVISIONS REQUIRED: PLAT STI'E LANDSCAPE UTILITY PLANNING DEPARTMENT 281 NORTH COLLEGE P.O.BOX 580 FORT COLLINS, COLORADO 80522-0580 (303)221-6750 Comm, 'tv Planning and Environmental �rvices Planning Department City of Fort Collins June 8, 1992 Rich Storck Storck Development Corporation P.O. Box 8368 Fort Collins, CO. 80524 Dear Rich, The following comments were expressed at the Final Review of Hampshire Court Subdivision on June 5th: 1. There will need to be a statement on the subdivision plat relating to the concern about potential seepage from the Pleasant Valley & Lake Canal onto this property. Please contact Susan Hayes at 221-6589 to work out the appropriate wording. 2. More information about the easements associated with the PV&L Canal and the existing trail is needed. The plat is unclear as to what is what along the west end of this development. What is "open space" and what is the significance of Tract "B" of Brown Farm 4th? 3. There may be a conflict between the proposed drainage solutions for this development and the ability to save some of the existing trees on the site. The grading plan shows earth cuts and fills on Lots 8 & 13 that may affect these old cottonwoods. 4. The earth fills at the northwest corner of the development, primarily on Lots 11 & 12, may adversely impact the lots to the north. These off -site drainage concerns must be addressed. 5. Who is building the proposed fence(s) along the backs of the lots on West Drake Road? Allowing the individual lot owners to build their own fences in this area would not assure continuity along this arterial street. 6. The landscaping within the street right-of-way, between the curb and the lot line, must be installed by the developer and maintained by the developer for two years or until the City accepts maintenance of the area. What is the proposed surface to be between the curb and sidewalk, under the s,�reet trees? A typical cross-section from the lots to West Drake should be provided,. The Parks & Recreation Department will have to 281 Forth Gdlege Avenue • P.O. I3(1\ _,80 . Port G)IIiII" C0 221_n7ii approve the landscaping in this area before they will accept maintenance. 7. The City will not maintain Tract A, the detention pond, in this development. Who will assume perpetual maintenance of this facility since there is not to be a Homeowners Association? 8. The Platte River Power Authority transmission lines along West Drake Road should be shown on the plat and plans. PRPA has indicated that they do not want trees to be allowed to be planted on the 15' utility easement adjacent to West Drake (inside the fence on Lots 1-10) because they can cause problems for the electrical lines. Shrubs and ornamental trees should not create a problem. Please contact me at 221-6750 to discuss these comments, if necessary. Si pCe ely, Steve It Project Planner xc: Kerrie Ashbeck Sherry Albertson -Clark Stewrt & Associates Commi ;ty Planning and Environmental Planning Department City of Fort Collins June 17, 1992 Rich Storck Storck Development P.O. Box 8368 Fort Collins, CO. Dear Rich, Corp. 80524 -ervices The staff has reviewed your submittal for the Hampshire Court Subdivision (formerly Hampshire Square II), Final, and offers the following comments: 1. The subdivision plat, Sheet 2 of 7 as submitted, is numbered as part of the utility plans for this development. This is a one -sheet. plat and, for recording purposes, must stand on its own. The subdivision plat and the utility plans are two separate documents, although the plat may be inserted into the utility plans for reference. 2. Notation referencing/describing the control and outer boundary monument. (i.e.: located, set, type of monumentation, etc.) is required on the subdivision plat. 3. A grading plan is needed to show drainage swales between the lots. Also, a grading conflict may exist on Lots 8 and 13 where you are trying to preserve the large old trees. These areas are apparently planned to be filled, potentially affectincl the tree root systems. Please see the attached Engineering and Stormwater Utility comment sheets for comments relating to the utility plans. 4. An erosion control sequence plan must be included in the utility plans. 5. The Hampshire Square II, Preliminary Plan included a 20' wide utility & trail access easement on Lots 10 & 11 (10' each lot), at the west end of the development. This easement is to provide public access to the existing trail and open space along the Pleasant Valley & Lake Canal. The Hampshire Court, Final Plat does not presently show this easement. The plat and final landscape plan should both reflect this easement. 6. The existing (undeveloped) trail along the east side of the PV&L Canal should be located on the landscape plan. 281 North College Avenue • P.O. Box 580 • Fort Collins, CO 80522-0580 • (303) 221-6750 7. Comments: specific to the final landscape plan: a. The plan shows a 6' high solid wood fence along the entire West Drake Road frontage and to the north for approximately 150' along Hampshire Road. As per our previous discussion, the brick columns that you have agreed to incorporate into the fence (at a maximum of 100' spacing) must be shown on the plan. b. The cobblestone surface cover proposed in the parkways along both streets, between curb and sidewalk and the 7.5' strip between back of sidewalk and fence, will create a very harsh appearance. Alternative solutions could be: 1) a dry land grass mix or low water intensive grass mix with a water conserving irrigation system, 2) a mix of drought tolerant grasses and xeriscape shrub materials, 3) a mix of the aforementioned grasses, shrubs, and cobblestone. These solutions would especially be relevent to the West Drake Road arterial frontage. C. Due, to the presence of the overhead transmission power lines along the proposed back lot lines of Lots 1-10, it will be important to maintain the necessary vertical and horizontal separations between the poles, lines, and trees. The street trees as shown on the landscape plan relate reasonably well to the situation. There is no problem with the Golden Rain Tree but the Little leaf Linden may be too tall at maturity. I recognize the fact that it is pyramidal in shape and the spread may not create a problem. Just something to consider. d. Could street trees, ornamental trees be added along the Hampshire Road frontage? Also, one tree per lot in the front yards would assure the presence of vegetation and a more unified streetscape. e. Is anything other than dryland grasses proposed for the detention pond. A good example of a low maintenance pond is at the corner of South Shields Street and Casa Grande Boulevard. It incorporates turfgrass and minimal number of trees for a very pleasing effect. . f. Notes referring to the responsibility for maintenance of Tract A, the detention pond, and the landscaping in the street right-of-ways must be on both the subdivision plat and the landscape plan. This completes the review comments at this time. Additional comments may be forthcoming as the various departments and reviewing agencies continue to review this request. Please be aware of the following dates and deadlines to assure your ability to stay on the agenda for the July 27, 1992 Planning and Zoning Board hearing: Plan revisions are due July 1, 1992 by 12:00 noon. Please contact me for the number of revisions required for each document. PMTIs, renderings, and 10 copies of final revisions (for the Planning and Zoning Board packets) are due July 20, 1992. Final documents are due July 23, 1992 by 12:00 noon. Please contact me at 221-6750 if you have questions or concerns related to these comments. I would like to schedule a meeting with you as soon as possible, if necessary, to discuss these comments. Ste rely, S e Olt Project Planner xc: Kerrie Ashbeck Sherry Albertson -Clark Stormwat:er Utility Transportation file/Project Planner Stewart & Associates Commr =tv Planning and Environmental Planning vepartment itv of Fort Collins July 10, 1992 Rich Storck Storck Development P.O. Box 8368 Fort Collins, CO. Corporation 80524 ervIces Dear Rich, City staff has reviewed the revisions for the Hampshire Court Subdivision -- Final, and would like to offer the following comments: 1. The preliminary plat was approved with a 20' wide utility & trail access easement on Lots 10 & 11 (10' on each lot) at the west end of Hampshire Court. This easement will provide public access to the existing trail and open space along the Pleasant Valley & Lake Canal. The final plat and landscape plan do not presently include this easement. The easement was an element of preliminary approval and the City still feels that it is an important part of this development. This correction should be made. 2. There are off -site drainage issues involving the vacant Children's World day care center, and associated with the detention pond at the northeast corner of this development, that must be resolved prior to this request going to the Planning and Zoning Board for final approval. 3. The streetscapes and Tract 'A' (detention pond) treatment and maintenance is still a concern that must be addressed prior to final approval. You have indicated that there will be a Homeowner's Association and that it will be responsible for maintenance of the detention pond and the landscaping in the street rights -of -way. Several questions arise: * How will this be accomplished? * Will there be an on -going association with each homeowner paying a monthly fee for an outside maintenance contractor to do -the work? * Will the individual homeowners be responsible for watering and grass cutting? 281 'North College Avenue • P.O. Bos 580 • Fort Collins, CO 80_522-07;80 • (303) 221-o-1;0 + If individual homeowners are responsible, how will they access the areas to be maintained? Would gates be provided through the fence? It is important to firm up the mechanism for landscape maintenance, and the City will want to review an association document. 4. After lengthy deliberation amongst staff and discussion with the City Forester it has been determined that the cobblestone groundcover is not appropriate in large masses as proposed along this arterial street. This position had previously been expressed by City staff and supported by the Planning and Zoning Board. Additionally, the Board attached a condition to the preliminary approval stating that "Some additional landscaping be shown at Final on the streetscape. Some landscaping in between the trees as the applicant proposed, between the sidewalk and the fence, of low maintenance that will become established in two years. %eriscape that will break up the canyon effect of the streetscape and wall." The twelve Table Top Junipers in groupings of three and spaced 160 feet apart, up against the fence, does not fulfil the intent of the Board's condition. The City staff's position, as had previously been stated, is that a turf grass groundcover under ornamental street trees is a much preferred treatment over what is proposed and shown on the landscape plan (cobblestone groundcover). The dryland grass mix shown on the plan is acceptable in the street rights -of -way and is relatively easy to establish. The best time to plant this grass is around the 1st of September, with intensive watering for about a two week period. An alternative time would be around the 15th of April, taking advantage of natural spring moisture. Once established, proper mowing will be the key to the appearance of the area. This alternative will actually be less maintenance -intensive and more cost effective in the long run. 5. The City forester has said that the two trees proposed in the street parkway, the Amur Chokecherry and the Toba Hawthorn, have a relatively high mortality rate. The City will not plant these trees in an unprotected area like this. The recommendation is to use Radiant and Spring Snow Crabapples, 1-3/4" caliper, ball & burlapped. Also, the trees would be more appropriately located between the sidewalk and the fence, in the 7' strip of land. The 5' parkway is a little too tight for trees along an arterial. Alternating these two varieties, spaced at 30' on -center over the length of the development (numbering 18 trees), will create a good visual appearance along the streetscape. A method of assuring establishment of the trees over a 3 to 5 year period will be necessary. This means providing some form of adequate watering. With this landscape concept (ornamental trees over a well maintained drought -tolerant turf grass groundcover) shrubs will not be necessary in the 7' strip behind the sidewalk and definitely not encouraged in the parkway, for maintenance reasons. 6. Note 2 at the right-hand side of the Landscape Plan is incorrect. The City will not assume responsibility for the landscaping in the street rights -of -way. The Homeowner's Association will be responsible. Also, notes 5 & 6 at the top of the plan, relating to acceptance by the City, are incorrect. 7. Note 3 at the top of the Landscape Plan should be changed to require individual irrigation of the trees for three growing seasons (minimum), instead of two. S. Attached. are two tree planting details that should be included on the Landscape Plan. These are especially important in areas where dryland grasses, with limited irrigation, are being used. Please contact me at 221-6750 with any questions or concerns you might have about these comments. jrely, Olt Project Planner xc: Stormwate:r Utility Kerrie Ashbeck Sherry Albertson -Clark Stewart & Associates file/Project Planner 0 DO NOT CUT LEADER CORRECTIVE PRUNING (DEAD OR DAMAGED WOOD) �— TO BE COMPLETED I2YWDIATELY_ !1 AFTER PRUNING �(! WRAP TRUNK FOR FIRST WINTER //— REMOVE IN SPRING CANVAS WEBBING OR APPROVED EQUAL 4710 GUY WIRE; ATTACH TO GROMMETS IN STRAPS STEEL POSTS OR APPROVED EQUAL REMOVE GUY WIRES AND POSTS AFTER ONE GROWING SEASON EXCAVATE A 4'x4' BASIN 6" DEEP FOR PLANTS IN LOW WATER WATER ZONES 3-4" ORGANIC MULCH �► ROUGHEN SIDES OF PLANTING PIT •e D _ a i SPECIFIED BACKFILL MIX I � 3 „f REMOVE ALL TWINE AROUND TRUNK o - AND WIRE FROM THE ROOT ,,. •.r BALL I II UNDISTURBED SOIL B&B OR CONTAINER TREE PLANTING IN DRYLAND AREAS PROJECT City of Fort Collins COMMENT SHEET DATE: 6 May 92 DEPARTMENT: vs z„ r r7— ITEM: 54-87G HAMPSHIRE SQUARE II Please respond to this project by Friday, May 15, 1992 Planner: Steve Olt No Problems Problems or Concerns (see below) Date� ���� Sign CHECK IF REVISIONS REQUIRED: ❑ PLAT ❑ SITE ❑ LANDSCAPE ❑ UTILITY PLANNING DEPARTMENT 281 NORTH COLLEGE P.O.ROX 580 FORT COLLINS, COLORADO 80522-0580 (303)221-6750 Commv 'ty Planning and Environmental Planning Department City of Fort Collins May 22, 1992 Richard Storck Storck Development P.O. Box 8368 fort Collins, CO. 80524 irvtces Dear Rich, Staff has reviewed you submittal of the Hampshire Square II - Preliminary Subdivision and would like to offer the following comments: 1. The Water/Wastewater Department comments have been forwarded to Stewart & Associates on a redlined set of Utility Plans. 2. A fire hydrant must be added at the corner of Hampshire Road and Hampshire Court. 3. Hampshire Court is not perpendicular to Hampshire Road; however, it does meet the City's minimum design standards. 4. The soils report does not include a pavement design. This information must be included in the Final submittal. 5. The radius of the cul-de-sac bulb transition is missing from the Utility Plans. 6. With the Pleasant Valley & Lake Canal being in the vicinity of this development language will be included in the Development Agreement. referencing the potential for high ground water. The City is not responsible if the developer chooses to construct basements with these homes. 7. The surrounding 150' information, in all four directions, is insufficient. 8. The subdivision plat must indicate the locations (with a symbol), number, and percentage of solar oriented lots. 9. The plat does not adequately address the appearance of the steeetsca.pe along West Drake Road. A landscape plan should be submitted. indicating the proposed treatment in the detention pond and along West Drake. This plan should include plant materials, fencing locations and types. Who is going to maintain the improvements back of the sidewalk? The Drake 28I \orth � AIcge -Avenue 13uv All . Fnrt Crossing Shopping Center has established a pleasing streetscape that should be carried on through this project, if possible. 10. A access easement for a trail connection, between Lots 10 and 11, to the existing trail along the Pleasant Valley & Lake Canal should be provided. 11. The existing significant vegetation on this site should be shown on the plat. There are some large trees that should be evaluated and preserved, if possible. This completer staff's comments at this time. Additional comments may be forwarded to you as the City departments and outside reviewing agencies continue to review this request. Please be aware of the following deadlines to enable you to stay on schedule for the June 22, 1992 Planning and Zoning Board hearing: Plan revisions due June 3, 1992 by 12:00 noon. Please contact me for the number of each document to submit. PMT's, renderings, revisions due June 15, 1992. Final documents due June 18, 1992 by 12:00 noon. I would like to schedule a meeting with you at your earliest convenience to discuss these comments, if necessary. Si rely, t t Project Planner xc: Kerrie Ashbeck Sherry Albertson -Clark Stormwater Utility Transportation Stewart & Associates file PROJECT J City of Fort Collins COMMENT SHEET DATE: 1 June 92 DEPARTMENT: �Ivc. ITEM: 54-87H HAMPSHIRE SQUARE II - Final (Hampshire Court S/D) Please respond to this project by Friday, June 12, 1992 Planner: Steve Olt No Problems Problems or Concerns (see below) 1 crfe -l- sI b ��n Date: Signature: Zc� �I , �C fi d /12--��� Z l b t, CHECK IF REVISIONS REQUIRED: ❑ PLAT ❑ SITE fi ti'e Ce'VVu�h M -r[Ans ❑ LANDSCAPE ❑ UTILITY PLANNING DEPARTMENT 281 NORTH COLLEGE P.O.BOX 580 FORT COLLINS, COLORADO 80522-0580 (303)221-6750 go PROJECT City of Fort Collin > COMMENT SHEET DATE: 1 ,June 92 DEPARTMENT: 1&tircr ITEM: 54-87H HAMPSHIRE SQUARE II - Final (Hampshire Court S/D) _Please respond to this project by Friday, June 12, 1992 Planner: Steve Olt ._ _ No Problems - YX- Problems or Concerns (see below) �6i5� 4f7 YIOT Gx&. 3 -�- 225 ���2-C�� Pates \`oo-c� (L,e, �,,.0 TS 1"j1i`1Rov big lv l CVIY3 Date: Signature: 'L.-�V6 , CHECK IF REVISIONS REQUIRED: ❑ PLAT ❑ SITE 0� LANDSCAPE -ham lnaQa oh ��$em�+ ❑ UTILITY PLANNING DEPARTMENT 281 NORTH COLLEGE P.O.BOX 580 FORT COLLINS, COLORADO 80522-0580 (303)221-6750 PROJECT City of Fort CoIHI ns, COMMENT SHEET DATE: 1 June 92 DEPARTMENT: oi- Cvcs-i ITEM: 54-87H HAMPSHIRE SQUARE 11- Final (Hampshire Court S/D) Please respond to this project by Friday, June 12, 1992 Planner: Steve Olt No Problems Problems or Concerns (see below) Date: Sign ure: CHECK IF REVISIONS REQUIRED: ❑ PLAT ❑ SITE ❑ LANDSCAPE ❑ UTILITY PLANNING DEPARTMENT 281 NORTH COLLEGE P.O.BOX 580 FORT COLLINS, COLORADO 80522-0580 (307)221-6750 PROJECT City of Fart Collins COMMENT SHEET DATE: 1 .June 92 DEPARTMENT: P J- ITEM: 54-87H HAMPSHIRE SQUARE II - Final (Hampshire Court S%D) Please respond to this project by Friday, June 12, 1992 Planner: Steve Olt No Problems Problems or Concerns (see below) Date: I ?7'� �l/ Signature: CHECK IF REVISIONS REQUIRED: ❑ PLAT ❑ SITE ❑ LANDSCAPE ❑ UTILITY PLANNING DEPARTMENT 281 NORTH COLLEGE P.O.BOX 580 FORT COLLINS, COLORADO 80522-0580 (303)2216750 PROJECT COMMENT SHEET City of Fort Collins DATE: 1 June 92 DEPARTMENT: �,vc. ITEM: 54-87H HAMPSHIRE SQUARE II - Final (Hampshire Court S/D) Please respond to this project by Friday, June 12, 1992- Planner: Steve Olt No Problems LProblems or Concerns (see below) — 9ee. -40 1 1z �;e fAr t+e ranliu� livvAi-�s Ocjk nvv.I), r- + Date: Signature: CHECK IF REVISIONS REQUIRED: ❑ PLAT ❑ SITE Ky� (c7)w.mL AM tAVn�, El LANDSCAPE ❑ UTILITY PLANNING DEPARTME:N'1281 NORTH COLLEGE; P.O.ROX 580 FORT COLLENS, COLORADO 80522-0580 (303)221-6750