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9. The request will be subject to the Development Review Fee Schedule that is available in the
Community Development and Neighborhood Services office. The fees are due at the time
of submittal of the required documents for the appropriate development review process by
City staff and affected outside reviewing agencies. Also, the required Transportation
Development Review Fee must be paid at time of submittal. JR Response: Acknowledged
10. When you are ready to submit your formal plans, please make an appointment with
Community Development and -Neighborhood Services at (970)221-6750. JR Response: Acknowledged
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10. A landscape buffer is needed to separate the proposed sidewalk from the proposed drive
lane. JR Response: See landscape plan included in submittal package.
11. The provided plan does not appear to incorporate the existing drive off of Timberline that
splits the property line. JR Response: Existing drive modifications were necessary to
serve this property. See site plan provided in the submittal.
12. If the proposed plan does not match the approved Tower Shoppes plan, a revision to the
existing plan will need to take place. JR Response: See amended tower shoppes plan in
CURRENT PLANNING submittal package.
Contact: Steve Olt, 970-221-6341, solt(cDfcgov.com
1. Why so mangy on -site parking sepaces for tl�e car wash?
JR Respons Parking spc s are use for vehicle vacuuming. Some spots were eliminate
ith submitt d la s.
2. e conceptual plan does not satsify the "build -to" line or pedestrian connectivity standards
as they relate to the Timberline Road frontage. Requests for modifications of standards
may be necessary. JR Response: Discussed and resolved in Conceptual Review meeting.
3. Because this development proposal changes the circulation pattern in the Tower Shoppes
PUD it will be necessary to amend the existing PUD with this plan. JR Response: See amended Tower
Shop es plans.
4. The proposed development project is subject to a Type 1 review and public iearing, the
decision maker for Type 1 hearings is an Administrative Hearing Officer. The applicant for
this development request is not required to hold a neighborhood meeting for a Type 1
hearing, but if you would like to have one to notify your neighbors of the proposal, please let
me know and I will can help you in setting a date, time and location for a meeting.
Neighborhood Meetings are a great way to get public feedback and avoid potential hick -up
that may occur later in the review process. JR Response: Acknowledged, no meeting is requested.
5. Please see the Development Review Guide at www.fcgov.com/drg. This online guide
features a color coded flowchart with comprehensive, easy to read information on each
step in the process. This guide includes links to just about every resource you need during
development review. JR Response: Acknowledged.
6. This development proposal will be subject to all applicable standards of the Fort Collins
Land Use Code (LUC), including Article 3 General Development Standards. The entire
LUC is available for your review on the web at JR Response: Acknowledged.
http://www.colocode.com/ftcollins/landuse/begin.htm.
7. If this proposal is unable to satisfy any of the requirements set forth in the LUC, a
Modification of Standard Request will need to be submitted with your formal development
proposal. Please see Section 2.8.2 of the LUC for more information on criteria to apply for
a Modification of Standard. JR Response: Acknowledged.
8. Please see the Submittal Requirements and Checklist at: JR Response: Acknowledged.
http://www.fcgov.com/currentplanning/submittals.php.
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2006 International Fire Code 505.1
ELECTRIC ENGINEERING
Contact: Rob Irish, 970-224-6167,- ririshAfcgov.com JR Response: Acknowledged
1. Existing electric facilities run along the east side of Timberline adjacent to this property.
Single-phase or three-phase power is available at the Southwest corner of the site.
2. Any relocation or modification to the existing electric facilities will be at the owners
expense.
3. This site will be responsible for Electric Capacity Fees and Building Site charges.
4. A C-1 form and One -line diagram will need to be submitted to Light & Power Engineering
with your electrical needs.
5. Coordinate a padmount transformer location within 10' of a paved surface with Light &
Power Engineering 970.221.6700.
ADVANCE PLANNING
Contact: Andrew Carney, 970-221-6501, acarnevcDfcgov.com
1. Larimer County Road Impact Fees and Street Oversizing Fees are due at the time of
building permit. Please contact Matt Baker at 224-6108 if you have any questions.
JR Response: Acknowledged
2. Transportation Development Review Fee (TDRF) is due at the time of submittal. For
additional information on these fees, please see JR Response: Acknowledged
hftp://www.fcgov.com/engineering/dev-review.php
3. Any damaged curb, gutter and sidewalk existing prior to construction, as well as streets,
sidewalks, curbs and gutters, destroyed, damaged or removed due to construction of this
project, shall be replaced or restored to City of Fort Collins standards at the Developer's
expense prior to -the acceptance of completed improvements and/or prior to the issuance
of the first Certificate of Occupancy. JR Response: Acknowledged
4. Please contact the City Traffic Engineer (Joe Olson) and Matt Wempe in Transportation
Planning to schedule a scoping meeting and determine if a traffic study is needed for this
project. JR Response: See traffic study included in submittal package.
5. All public improvements must be designed and built in accordance with the Larimer County
Urban Area Street Standards (LCUASS). JR Response: Acknowledged
6. This project is responsible for dedicating any right-of-way and easements that are
necessary for this project. JR Response: Acknowledged
7. Utility plans will be needed for this project.
JR Response: Acknowledged, see submittal package
8. A Development Agreement will be required with this project. JR Response: Acknowledged
9. A Development Construction Permit (DCP) must be obtained prior to starting any work on
site. JR Response: Acknowledged
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jurisdiction and the Fire Department. Hydrant spacing and water flow must meet minimum
requirements based on type of occupancy. Minimum flow and spacing requirements
include:
- Commercial and multi -family dwellings 1,500 gpm at 20 psi residual pressure, spaced
not further than 300 feet to the building, on 600-foot centers thereafter
- Residential within Urban Growth Area, 1,000 gpm at 20 psi residual pressure, spaced
not further than 400 feet to the building, on 800-foot centers thereafter
- Residential outside Urban Growth Area, 500 gpm at 20 psi residual pressure, spaced
not further than 400 feet to the building, on 800-foot centers thereafter.
These requirements may be modified if buildings are equipped with automatic fire sprinkler
systems.
PLEASE NOTE: The closest hydrant is at the drive -cut onto the private drive at S.
Timberline Road.
2006 International Fire Code 508.1 and Appendix B
2. REQUIRED ACCESS JR Response: Acknowledged and included in Site Plan.
Fire access roads (fire lanes) shall be provided for every facility, building or portion of a
building hereafter constructed or moved into or within the PFA's jurisdiction when any
portion of the facility or any portion of an exterior wall of the first story of the building is
located more than 150 feet from fire apparatus access as measured by an approved route
around the exterior of the building or facility. This fire lane shall be visible by painting and
signage, and maintained unobstructed at all times. A fire lane plan shall be submitted for
approval prior to installation. In addition to the design criteria already contained in relevant
standards and policies, any new fire lane must meet the following general requirements:
- Be designed as a flat, hard, all-weather driving surface (asphalt or concrete) capable of
supporting fire apparatus weights. Compacted road base shall be used only for temporary
fire lanes or at construction sites.
- Have appropriate maintenance agreements that are legally binding and enforceable.
- Be designated on the plat as an Emergency Access Easement.
- Maintain the required minimum width of 20 feet throughout the length of the fire lane (30
feet on at least one long side of the building when the structure is three or more stories in
height).
If the building is equipped throughout with an approved automatic fire -sprinkler system, the
fire code official is authorized to increase the dimension of 150 feet.
PLEASE NOTE: An EAE will be required for the site. Please contact me to discuss
location that must be dedicated.
2006 International Fire Code 503.1.1, 503.2.3, 503.3, 503.4 and Appendix D
3. TURNING RADII ZJR Response: Acknowledged and addressed in Site plan.
The required turning radii of a fire apparatus access road shall be a minimum of 25 feet
inside and 50 feet outside 2006 International Fire Code 503.2.4 and Appendix D103.3
4. ADDRESS NUMERALS JR Response: Acknowledged
Address numerals shall be visible from the street fronting the property, and posted with a
minimum six-inch high numerals on a contrasting background. (Bronze numerals on brown
brick are not acceptable). If the numerals are mounted on a side of the building other than
the side off of which it is addressed, the street name is required to be posted along with the
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2. The utility plans for the Tower Shoppes show an existing 4-inch sewer service connecting to
the sewer in Timberline and a 3/<-inch water service connecting to the 8-inch water main in
the drive to the south. Field investigations will be needed to determine if this water service
was installed during the oriq?inal water main construction.
JR Response: Appropria e notes have been added to the plans.
3. Any water or sewer lines extended to the property must be used or abandoned at the main.
JR Response: Appropriate notes have been added to the plans.
4. Development fees and water rights will be due at building permit. JR Response: Acknowledged
STORMWATER ENGINEERING
Contact: Glen Schlueter, 970-224-6065, gschlueter(a)fcgov.com
1. The design engineer will need to review the Tower Shoppes drainage study and the Sonic
Drive Inn drainage report. It appears the onsite water quality pond was sized and certified
for this site but there is still a need to verify that the offsite water quantity pond has sufficient
volume with the present rainfall requirements to detain for this site as well.
JR Response: See drainage letter included in the submittal package.
2. An addendum to the drainage and erosion control report and construction plans (grading
plan) are required and they must be prepared by a Professional Engineer registered in
Colorado. This would be the same as what was required for the Sonic Drive Inn.
JR Response: See drainage letter included in the submittal package.
3. The design of this site must conform to the drainage basin design of the Foothills Drainage
Master Drainage Plan as well the City's Design Criteria and Construction standards.
JR Response: Acknowledged and addressed in drainage letter.
4. The city wide Stormwater development fee (PIF) is $6,313.00/acre ($0.1449/sq.ft.) for new
impervious area over 350 sq.-ft. and there is a $1,045.00/acre ($0.024/sq.ft.) review fee.
No fee is charged for existing impervious area. These fees are to be paid at the time each
building permit is issued. Information on fees can be found on the City's web site at
hftp://www.fcgov.com/utilities/builders-fees.php or contact Jean Pakech at 221- 6375 for
questions on fees. JR Response: Acknowledged
PARK PLANNING
Contact: Craig Foreman, 970-221-6618, cforeman(cDfcgov.com
1. No comments
FORESTRY
Contact: Tim Buchanan, 970-221-6361, tbuchanan(a)fcgov.com
1. Please contact Tim Buchanan, City Forester, regarding relocating the ash trees on the east
side of the property. JR Response: This coordination will occur before construction
FIRE AUTHORITY
Contact: Carie Dann, 970-219-5337, CDANN(a)poudre-fire.org
1. WATER SUPPLY JR Response: Acknowledged
Fire hydrants, where required, must be the type approved by the water district having
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CONCEPTUAL REVIEW STAFF COMMENTS
Meeting Date: November 22, 2010
Item: Sonny's Car Wash - Timberline Rd. and Horsetooth Rd.
Applicant: Jim Houck
Fort Collins, CO 80524
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This is a request for a new car wash on lot 2 of Tower Shoppes P.U.D. on the corner of Timberline
Rd. and Horsetooth Rd. Car washes fall under the "vehicle minor repair, servicing and maintenance
establishments (indoor)" use and they are permitted in the NC, Neighborhood Commercial Zone
District, subject to an Administrative (Type 1) review and hearing.
Comments:
ZONING
Contact: Jenny Nuckols, 970-416-2313, jnuckols(a�fcgov.com
1. Car washes fall under the "vehicle minor repair, servicing and maintenance establishments
(indoor)" use and they are permitted in the NC, Neighborhood Commercial Zone District,
subject to an Administrative (Type 1) review and hearing JR Response: Acknowledged
2. Please show the footprint, building envelope and note the property lines. Please
notesetbacks to property lines as well. JR Response: Done
3. Please provide building elevations noting materials and colors as well as the vacuum
locations. JR Response: Will be included in the submittal package.
4. Site plan: Please show and note bicycle racks, note parking stall dimensions. Need to
provide a minimum of one handicap parking stall that is handicapped accessible and
signed as such. Show and label trash/recyclable enclosure and provide elevation show ing
material and colors (should match the main building) JR Response: Done
5. Provide a detailed landscape plan. JR Response: lncluded in the submittal package.
WATER -WASTEWATER ENGINEERING
Contact: Roger Buffington, 970-221-6854, rbuffington(a)fcgov.com
1. The existing water and sewer mains near this site include a 16-inch water main and an
8-inch sewer in Timberline and an 8-inch water main in the drive to the south of the site.
JR Response: Acknowledged
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November 22, 2010
Jim Houck
Fort Collins, CO 80524
RE: Sonny's Car Wash - Timberline Rd. and Horsetooth Rd.
Dear Jim,
Attached, please see a copy of Staffs comments concerning the request referred to as the
Sonny's Car Wash - Timberline Rd. and Horsetooth Rd., which was presented before the
Conceptual Review Team on November 22, 2010.
The comments offered informally by staff during the Conceptual Review will assist you in
preparing the detailed components of the project application. Modifications and additions to
these comments may be made at the time of formal review of this project.
If you should have any questions regarding these comments or the next steps in the review
process, please feel free to contact me at 970-221-6341.
Sincerely,
Steve Olt
City Planner
281 North College Avenue - P.O. Box 580 - Fort Collins, CO 80522 - 0580 -- (970) 221-6750 - FAX (970) 224-6134