Loading...
HomeMy WebLinkAboutCOLORADO IRON & METAL - PDP - 20-09 - DECISION - CORRESPONDENCE-HEARINGAdministrative Public Hearing Sign -In q Project: CoI Iorc,� T► -o 4-1 M,�-4v-Q111P Z a I Meeting Location: Date: L//2 PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY Name Address Phone Email G ot,), /v . i1 3o 1 8 2-1; (-0 0/ o r- - O 23k wal ti vF SE- Sc ' Zoo F4S I fira a2i�i Ee �o� . t5 �L Zq o Otrib , Co,l,�469 ©— q 0.6 C`Lr,` f t�e.SocL ao ova ;/J* alrf-.c a 4-5 c ✓� Colorado Iron & Metal P.D.P., #20-09 Administrative Hearing, Findings, Conclusions, and Decision April 28, 2010 Page 8 of 8 SUMMARY OF CONCLUSIONS DECISION The Colorado Iron & Metal P.D.P. #20-09 is hereby approved by the Hearing Officer without condition. Dated this 28th day of April, 2010 per authority granted by Sections 1.4.9(E) and 2.1 of the Land Use Code. Tetj2e A Ted Shepard Chief Planner Colorado Iron & Metal P.D.P., #20-09 Administrative Hearing, Findings, Conclusions, and Decision April 28, 2010 Page 7 of 8 A. Building Standards — [Division 3.51 1) Architectural Character, Building Size, Mass and Scale and Building Materials [Section 3.5 (B), (C) and (E)] — The existing structure on this site is a tan metal building with no architectural detail. The P.D.P. includes the addition of a clerestory window, a modern style entry feature and new windows along the front. The two new accessory structures are proposed as tan metal structures to match the existing building. The building to the west will be screened from view by a planting bed along the public view and the building to the rear of the site is interior to the site and out of the public's view. The modern features are compatible with the surrounding industrial area that has a contemporary/industrial character (Odell's Brewery and New Belgium Brewery). The proposed materials, colors, scale and character are compatible with the surrounding neighborhood. 2) Outdoor Storage Areas/Mechanical Equipment [Section 3.5.1 (I)] — All trash and recycling areas are at least 20 feet from public walks and are screened from view as per Section 3.2.5. C. Transportation Level of Service -- Section 3.6.4 Buckingham Street is classified as a two lane collector by the Master Street Plan. The Transportation Impact Memorandum has been reviewed and evaluated by the Traffic Operations and Transportation Planning Departments. The project provides vehicular, pedestrian and bicycle facilities necessary to maintain the adopted Level of Service standards as per Part II of the Multi -modal Transportation Level of Service Manual. SUMMARY OF CONCLUSIONS A. The PDP contains permitted uses and complies with the applicable land development standards of the I — Industrial Zone District in accordance with Article 4 of the Land Use Code. B. The PDP complies with the applicable General Development Standards of Article Three of the Land Use Code. C. The PDP complies with the applicable procedural and administrative requirements of Article Two of the Land Use Code. Colorado Iron & Metal P.D.P., #20-09 Administrative Hearing, Findings, Conclusions, and Decision April 28, 2010 Page 6 of 8 are contained onsite. c. Parking Lot Layout [Section 3.2.2 (E)-(J)]: The parking lot is designed with clear and logical circulation routes for vehicles, trucks, and also for bicycles and pedestrians. d. Parking Lots [Section 3.2.2 (K)]: i. Non-residential parking requirements: [Section 3.2.2(K)(2)]. The industrial activities associated with the proposed use include product design, fabrication, sales, and recycling and customer drop-off of various metals. The operation, therefore, includes both typical industrial activities plus an active recycling component for the general public. According to the Transportation Impact Memorandum, the facility is expected to generate approximately 401 trips from customers daily for recycling drop offs. Consequently, 69 parking spaces are provided. The number of parking spaces has been evaluated by Section 3.2.2(K)(3) — Alternative Compliance. The combination of uses and activities indicates that the number of spaces is commensurate with the anticipated parking demand. The number of spaces meets the criteria of Section 3.2.2(K)(3)(b)(1 — 6). ii. Handicap Parking [Section 3.2.2(K)(5)(d)]: A minimum of 3 handicap accessible spaces are required and five are provided. iii. Parking Space Dimensions: [Section 3.2.2.(L)] The parking dimensions meet the minimum dimensions. e. Site Lighting [Section 3.2.4] — All of the specified light sources are down -directional luminaires. f. Trash and Recycling Enclosures [Section 3.2.5]—Trash enclosures have been sized appropriately to accommodate trash and recyclables. Trash enclosure elevations are consistent with the materials and colors of the buildings. Colorado Iron & Metal P.D.P., #20-09 Administrative Hearing, Findings, Conclusions, and Decision April 28, 2010 Page 5 of 8 ornamental trees and a decorative 30" high wrought iron screening fence. Parking lots are sufficiently landscaped. Landscaped islands are provided at least every 15 parking spaces. C. Access, Circulation and Parking [Section 3.2.2] a. Development Standards [Section 3.2.2 (C)]: Safety Considerations: [Section 3.2.2 (C)(1)]— Pedestrians, bicycles and vehicles are separated to the maximum extent possible in this proposed plan. Public sidewalks and walkways connect to streets, parking lots and building entrances. The existing building has a sidewalk connection to the public sidewalk through the parking lot in front of the building, which is delineated by a raised walk through the drive aisle. ii. Curb cuts and ramps [Section 3.2.2 (C)(2)] Curb cuts and ramps are provided. iii. Site Amenities and Bicycle Facilities: [Section 3.2.2 (C)(3) and (4)] Bicycle parking is provided meeting the standards of this section. Bike racks are provided on a hard surface near the main entrance and walkways for clear and direct access to the main entrance. iv. Walkways: [Section 3.2.2(C)(5)] Walkways directly and continuously connect pedestrian points of origin and destination. v. Transportation Impact Study: [Section 3.2.2(C)(8)] A Transportation Impact Memorandum was performed and concludes that there will be no significant impact to the surrounding roadway system. b. Access and Parking Lot Requirements [Section 3.2.2 (D)]: i. Pedestrian/Vehicle, Separation: [Section3.2.2.(D)(1)] Pedestrians and vehicles are separated to the maximum extent feasible. ii. Access: [Section3.2.2.(D)(2)] All off-street parking spaces have unobstructed access to and from public streets and Colorado Iron & Metal P.D.P., #20-09 Administrative Hearing, Findings, Conclusions, and Decision April 28, 2010 Page 4 of 8 C. Development Standards: [Section 4.28(E)] 1) Building Design: [Section 4.28(E)(2)] a. Applicability of Section 3.5. The uses proposed do not require the structures meet the standards of Section 3.5.3 per Section 4.28(E)(2)(a) of the LUC. b. Orientation. The orientation of the building meets the standards of this section, as it is facing the street, does not have a blank fagade and has landscaping along 30% of the building. c. Building character and color. The addition to the existing building and new structures are proposed to be neutral colors to complement the existing structure. 2) Site Design: [Section 4.28(E)(3)] a. Screening. The proposed site does not abut any residential uses, Buckingham Street is not a standard arterial street and is not a district boundary, and therefore, this screening section does not apply. b. Storage and Operational Areas. The loading dock, located on the east side of the site, is buffered from the street by a stucco stone wall and landscaping. This site is an internal industrial zoned site and the front of the site is reserved for less intensive automobile parking, as oppose to the side and rear that will be used for loading, moving of equipment, etc., which is in compliance with this section. 3. Compliance with Applicable General Development Standards The P.D.P. complies with the following Design Standards [Division 3.2] A. Landscaping and Tree Protection: [Section 3.2.1] — The P.D.P. provides a full tree stocking and street trees. Street trees are shown on 30 to 40 feet centers, where possible, in landscaped parkways with appropriate diversity. B. Landscape standards: All non -paved areas are landscaped areas including turf, shrubs, ornamental trees, flower beds and foundation plantings. Screening of parked cars from the property to the north will be achieved with a planting of trees, shrubs and Colorado Iron & Metal P.D.P., #20-09 Administrative Hearing, Findings, Conclusions, and Decision April 28, 2010 Page 3 of 8 FACTS AND FINDINGS This Project Development Plan (PDP) and Staff Report is specifically for the re - plat of the property, two new buildings and the addition of "heavy industrial" uses on the site. The proposed use and re -plat are permitted subject to a Type 1, administrative, review and public hearing. This PDP complies with the applicable Administrative and General Development standards and the standards of the I — Industrial Zone District outlined in the City of Fort Collins Land Use Code. COMMENTS: 1. BACKGROUND The surrounding zoning and land uses are as follows: N: I, Industrial; Existing New Belgium Brewery E: I; Existing Point Five Windows Manufacturing and Sales S: I; Existing Vanworks Service Garage and mini storage facility W: I; Vacant Property owned by Odell Investments The property was annexed into the City in June, 1974 as part of the Northeast Consolidated Annexation. The subject property was originally platted in the North Lemay Subdivision, Second Filing in September, 1981. The majority of the site was replatted as Lots 1 — 3 of Vanworks Subdivision, Second Filing in April, 1997. 2. COMPLIANCE WITH APPLICABLE INDUSTRIAL ZONE STANDARDS A. Permitted Land Uses: [Section 4.28 (B)] The proposed addition of use is for heavy industrial, which is permitted in this zone district, as a Type I (Administrative) use. B. Land Use Standards: [Section 4.28 (D)] Dimensional Standards: The proposed buildings and addition to the existing building meet the height requirements. The existing main building is two (2) stories, the proposed clerestory addition and entry feature will increase the height from 28' 3'/4" to 39' 5", which is in compliance with the height requirements. The two new buildings are one story each meeting the height requirements. The structures are both less than 50,OOOsf. Colorado Iron & Metal P.D.P., #20-09 Administrative Hearing, Findings, Conclusions, and Decision April 28, 2010 Page 2 of 8 the hearing was properly posted, legal notices mailed and notice published. The Hearing Officer, presiding pursuant to the Fort Collins Land Use Code, opened the hearing at approximately 5:30 p.m. on April 26 2010 in 281 North College Avenue Conference Room A, Fort Collins, Colorado. HEARING TESTIMONY, WRITTEN COMMENTS AND OTHER EVIDENCE The Hearing Officer accepted during the hearing the following evidence: (1) Planning Department Staff Report; (2) application, plans, maps and other supporting documents submitted by the applicant and the applicant's representatives to the City of Fort Collins; (3) a sign-up sheet of persons attending the hearing; and (4) a tape recording of the hearing. The LUC, the City's Comprehensive Plan (City Plan), and the formally promulgated policies of the City are all considered part of the evidence considered by the Hearing Officer. The following is a list of those who attended the meeting: From the City: Ted Shepard, Chief Planner Emma McArdle, Planner From the Applicant: Troy Jones, MTA, 238 Walnut Street, # 200, Fort Collins, CO. 80524 Kent Garvin, 903 Buckingham Street, Fort Collins, CO. 80524 Chris Pedersen, 828 Yorktown Avenue, Fort Collins, CO 80526 From the Public: None Written Comments: None City. of F6rtCollins CITY OF FORT COLLINS ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING OFFICER TYPE I ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING FINDINGS, CONCLUSIONS AND DECISION ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING DATE: PROJECT NAME: CASE NUMBER: APPLICANT: HEARING OFFICER: PROJECT DESCRIPTION: April 26, 2010 Colorado Iron & Metal P.D.P. #20-09 Troy Jones MTA Planning & Architecture 238 Walnut Street, Suite 200 Fort Collins, CO 80524 GTG Investments 903 Buckingham Street Fort Collins, CO 80524 Ted Shepard Chief Planner This is a request to re -plat parts of Lot 1, 2 and 3 of Vanworks Subdivision, Lot 3 of Odell Subdivision, Lot 23 of a Re -plat of North Lemay Subdivision, and Lot 1 of Second Re -plat of North Lemay Subdivision. The proposal also includes the addition of heavy industrial uses and two additional buildings on the proposed lot. The property is in the I, Industrial Zone District. The proposed use and re -plat is permitted in the zone district subject to a Type 1 (administrative) review and public hearing. SUMMARY OF HEARING OFFICER DECISION: ZONING DISTRICT: Industrial STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Approval NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING: Evidence presented to the Hearing Officer established no controversy or facts to refute that Planning, Development & Transportation Services FI City of 6rt Collins April 28, 2010 Community Development & Neighborhood Services 281 North College Avenue P.O. Box 580 Fort Collins, CO 80522.0580 970.416.2740 970.224.6134- fax fcgov.com Attendee of the Colorado Iron and Metal P.D.P., #20-09, Public Hearing, Please find attached to this letter a copy of the Type I Administrative Hearing Findings, Conclusions and Decision for the Project Hearing of the Colorado Iron and Metal P.D.P. , #20-09. Pursuant to Section 2.2.7(D) of the Fort Collins Land Use Code, this Decision has been mailed to the applicant and any person who provided testimony at the public hearing. This final decision of the Administrative Hearing Officer may be appealed to the City Council, in accordance with Chapter 2, Article ll, Division 3 of the City Code, within 14 calendar days of the date of final action April 28, 2010 by the Hearing Officer. The deadline to file an appeal is 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 12, 2010. Guidelines explaining the appeal process, including the Code provisions previously referenced, can be found online at fcaov.com/cityclerk/al)peals.php, or may be obtained in the City Clerk's Office at 300 LaPorte Avenue. If you have any questions about the attached Decision or the appeal process, please contact me at 221-6750 Sincerely, Tom( Ted Shepard Chief Planner