HomeMy WebLinkAboutMALDONADO SUBDIVISION - PDP - PDP120021 - CORRESPONDENCE - CITIZEN COMMUNICATION (16)Sent: Mond )ctober 15, 2012 9:22 AM
--- To: Jason t .olland
Subject: Maldonado Project Development Plan
Dear Jason Holland,
We received a notification about today's public hearing for the Maldonado Project Development Plan #PDP120021.
Unfortunately, we could not leave work to attend the meeting, but wanted to send our comments to you in lieu of being
at the hearing.
We have concerns about subdividing lots in our neighborhood where the resulting lot(s) would be below the minimum
lot size requirement. In the on -going discussions of the Eastside/Westside Neighborhood Character issue, it is often
remarked (and rightfully so, in our view) that our current standards, while perhaps not strict enough, are often not
enforced (and therefore weakened) due to the frequent granting of modifications. We believe that the minimum lot
size is a very important standard for our neighborhood. We do not believe that making and exception in this case to this
standard serves the public good in a way that is equal to or better than maintaining our current lot size standards.
Thank you for hearing our input. Even though we both are unable to attend the hearing tonight, we wanted to express
our concerns about subdividing lots in a way that violate minimum lot sizes.
Sincerely,
Beth Tropman & Jack Mullen
233 N. Loomis Ave.
City of Fort Collins
281 North College Avenue
Fort Collins, CO 80522
970.224.6126
iholland c fcQov.com
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had not been built upon that were only slightly larger. Establishing 10,000 ft as the minimum that could be
sub -divided in the NCM was a lengthy process. There was no effort made to make it smaller. I can remember
that process well.
This is a real toss up because of the situation.
Eric
--- On Mon, 10/15/12, Sarah Burnett <3Burnetit'a fcrov com> wrote:
From: Sarah Burnett <SBurnettCcr�,fcgov.com>
Subject: FW: 412 North Whitcomb, Maldonado proposed subdivision PDP 120021
To: "Eric Sutherland (sutherix(d)yahoo.com)" <sutherixi ahoo.com>
Date: Monday, October 15, 2012, 11:15 AM
Eric,
Here's the information on the Maldonado proposal. I'll plan to attend the hearing as well.
Sarah
From: Jason Holland
Sent: Monday, October 15, 2012 12:13 PM
To: Sarah Burnett
Subject: 412 North Whitcomb, Maldonado proposed subdivision PDP 120021
S ara,
Attached is the information that has been given to the Hearing Officer. You are welcome to send it to anyone
who ask for it. Additionally, anyone who would like to review the staff project file can make an appointment
and review the file as well as make any copies of material that they wish.
Thanks,
Jason
Jason Holland, RLA I City Planner
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Subject:
Mr. Jason Holland,
Mr 'ny, October 15, 2012 1:46 PM
Ja_ , Holland
Sarah Burnett
Re: FW: 412 North Whitcomb, Maldonado proposed subdivision PDP 120021
Please accept this comment as part of the record of the Maldondo PDP 1200021. 1 have a
parent/teacher conference scheduled for this afternoon. This comment, submitted by email, shall
establish my standing as a person of interest in the hearing.
>The observation that 4,500 ft is only minimally below the standard for lot size does not reflect the
fact that the minimum lot size was set extraordinarily low in the NCM. That happened because there
were platted lots that had not been built upon that were only slightly larger. Establishing 10,000 ft as
the minimum that could be sub -divided in the NCM was a lengthy process. There was little support
for any effort made to make it smaller, if it existed at all. I can remember that process well.
A number of the statements made in the staff report for this PDP are incorrect. Your process is
flawed. The intent and results of carefully vetted and long accepted changes to the LUC are being
compromised by your misunderstanding. Equally important, the entire process of development
review that our Land Use Code represents is either fantastically misdesigned or you just aren't
following it.
Eric Sutherland
(970) 224 4509
--- On Mon, 10/15/12, Eric Sutherland <sutherix(a)yahoo.com> wrote:
From: Eric Sutherland <sutherix(cDyahoo.com>
Subject: Re: FW: 412 North Whitcomb, Maldonado proposed subdivision PDP 120021
To: "Sarah Burnett" <SBurnett(a)fcgov.com>
Date: Monday, October 15, 2012, 12:35 PM
Thanks for sending along. Absolutely crazy way to do things - the planners write the Decision Makers
decision for them in advance of the hearing. Why even hold the hearing?
I mean, if we have criteria for granting modifications, why not leave it to the hearing officer/P&Z to make the
determination of whether or not the criteria are met?
Why recommend anything? Why not simply establish the facts and the arguments?
I have a meeting w/ my son's teacher this afternoon ... at 4:00. Why are administrative hearings held during
work hours? Why is there no way to for citizens to represent their concerns and attain person of interest status
other than physically attending the hearing?
The observation that 4,500 ft is only minimally below the standard for lot size does not reflect the fact that the
minimum lot size was set extraordinarily low in the NCM. That happened because there were platted lots that
Attached is the information that has been given to the Hearing Officer. You are welcotne to send it to anyone
who ask for it. Additionally, anyone who would like to review the staff project file can make an appointment
and review the file as well as make any copies of material that they wish.
Thanks,
Jason
Jason Holland, RLA I City Planner
City of Fort Collins
281 North College Avenue
Fort Collins, CO 80522
970.224.6126
iholland(a'ifcgov.com
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decision for them in advance of the hearing. Why even hold the hearing?
I mean, if we have criteria for granting modifications, why not leave it to the hearing officer/P&Z to make the
determination of whether or not the criteria are met?
Why recommend anything? Why not simply establish the facts and the arguments?
I have a meeting w/ my son's teacher this afternoon ... at 4:00. Why are administrative hearings held during
work hours? Why is there no way to for citizens to represent their concerns and attain person of interest status
other than physically attending the hearing?
The observation that 4,500 ft is only minimally below the standard for lot size does not reflect the fact that the
minimum lot size was set extraordinarily low in the NCM. That happened because there were platted lots that
had not been built upon that were only slightly larger. Establishing 10,000 ft as the minimum that could be
sub -divided in the NCM was a lengthy process. There was no effort made to make it smaller. I can remember
that process well.
This is a real toss up because of the situation.
Eric
--- On Mon, 10/15/12, Sarah Burnett <SBurnettnfcnoucont> wrote:
From: Sarah Burnett <SBumettCc6fceov.com>
Subject: FW: 412 North Whitcomb, Maldonado proposed subdivision PDP 120021
To: "Eric Sutherland (sutherix n,yahoo.com)" <sutherix(_,yahoo.com>
Date: Monday, October 15, 2012, 11:15 AM
Eric,
Here's the infonnation on the Maldonado proposal. I'll plan to attend the hearing as well.
Sarah
From: Jason Holland
Sent: Monday, October 15, 2012 12:13 PM
To: Sarah Burnett
Subject: 412 North Whitcomb, Maldonado proposed subdivision PDP 120021
Sara,
Sent:
To:
Subject:
M 'ay, October 15, 2012 2:54 PM
Ja ,i Holland
Name and address for person of interest: Maldonado PDP
Eric Sutherland
3520 Golden Currant
Fort Collins, CO 80521
(970) 224 4509
--- On Mon, 10/15/12, Eric Sutherland <sutheri. ayahoo.com> wrote:
From: Eric Sutherland <sutherix(c�yahoo.com>
Subject: Re: FW: 412 North Whitcomb, Maldonado proposed subdivision PDP 120021
To: iholland@fcgov.com
Cc: "Sarah Burnett" <SBumett(acr�,fc ov.com>
Date: Monday, October 15, 2012, 12:46 PM
Mr. Jason Holland,
Please accept this comment as part of the record of the Maldondo PDP 1200021. 1 have a
parent/teacher conference scheduled for this afternoon. This comment, submitted by email, shall
establish my standing as a person of interest in the hearing.
>The observation that 4,500 ft is only minimally below the standard for lot size does not reflect the
fact that the minimum lot size was set extraordinarily low in the NCM. That happened because there
were platted lots that had not been built upon that were only slightly larger. Establishing 10,000 ft as
the minimum that could be sub -divided in the NCM was a lengthy process. There was little support
for any effort made to make it smaller, if it existed at all. I can remember that process well.
A number of the statements made in the staff report for this PDP are incorrect. Your process is
flawed. The intent and results of carefully vetted and long accepted changes to the LUC are being
compromised by your misunderstanding. Equally important, the entire process of development
review that our Land Use Code represents is either fantastically misdesigned or you just aren't
following it.
Eric Sutherland
(970) 224 4509
On Mon, 10/15/12, Eric Sutherland <sutherix(a)vahoo.com> wrote:
From: Eric Sutherland <sutherix .yahoo.com>
Subject: Re: FW: 412 North Whitcomb, Maldonado proposed subdivision PDP 120021
To: "Sarah Burnett" <SBurnettCaD_fcgov.com>
Date: Monday, October 15, 2012, 12:35 PM
Thanks for sending along. Absolutely crazy way to do things - the planners write the Decision Makers
Sent:
To:
Subject:
Mond )ctober 15, 2012 3:32 PM
Jason i .olland
development proposal on North Whitcomb St.
Hello Jason Holland,
I am writing in regards to the Maldonado Subdivision project on N. Whitcomb St. As the homeowner
lives across the street, I am in general familiar with the project. I stopped by the Development Review
offices today to find out more specifics about the project, most particularly what comments have been
made by members of the public. I understand that there is some significant opposition to the project,
and I would like to find out the rationale behind this opposition. As the clerk at your offices did not
have access to these public comments (though she was as helpful as her resources allowed), can
you fill me in on the breadth of public comments on this project?
My own feelings about the project are as follows: the homeowner seems to have done a good and
conscientious job of addressing some of the common concerns, such as lot size after subdividing,
and having a house constructed that will fit well into the character of the neighborhood. My main
concern is the amount of noise and disruption that will result from the construction of a new house
almost directly across the street from me, a process that will take, normally, a few to many months. It
seems there is almost always some type of remodeling or construction going on in the neighborhood,
some of it definitely within earshot, and this project would be another very significant addition to the
frequent and disturbing noise resulting from these projects.
would appreciate receiving any information you can provide regarding public comments made so far
on this project.
Sincerely,
Mike Sportiello
However, I would not want this case to mean that lots in Old Town can simply be split and have large homes be built
that don't fit in with the neighborhood character. I like the way the Planning and Zoning Board reviews requests on a
case -by -case basis. And in this particular case, given the reasons above, I hope that the request to divide the lot is
approved.
Sincerely,
Andrea Schweitzer, 520 N Sherwood Street, Fort Collins, CO 80521 A neighbor, Arlene Hoffman, also supports this letter.
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Sent: Monde ")ctober 15, 2012 3:37 PM
To: Jason . ,,and
Subject: Letter in support of the request to divide 412 N Whitcomb Street lot
To: Jason Holland, City Planner, iholland@fcsov.com
Dear Mr. Holland,
I will not be able to attend the Planning and Zoning meeting today (Monday, October 15).
Here is a copy of the letter that I am sending along with a neighbor, Tom Griggs, who will be attending the meeting.
Thank you for your time in accepting community comments into the Planning and Zoning process!
Sincerely, Andrea Schweitzer
October 15, 2012
To the City of Fort Collins Planning and Zoning Board:
I am writing in support of the request by Chris Maldonado to split her
412 N Whitcomb Street lot and build a new modest -size home that would fit in with the neighborhood.
I have lived in Fort Collins since 1996, and resided at my current address in the Martinez Park Neighborhood for 12
years.
I greatly appreciate the effort that the City of Fort Collins, and especially the Planning and Zoning board, makes to
ensure that older neighborhoods like Martinez Park retain their character and charm. This is an important part of what
makes Fort Collins such a lovely city to live in!
I have known Chris Maldonado for about 15 years. She is a good neighbor who has worked hard to ensure that Old Town
neighborhoods like Martinez Park remain healthy, family -friendly areas. For example, she helped to prevent a California
developer from building a large, overly -dense apartment complex along Martinez Park. (This allowed the townhome
neighborhood of River Rock Commons cohousing to be built instead.)
I think it is sound policy that lot changes like this must go through the City approval process, including time for input
from neighbors like me. Not all ideas to divide lots and add more homes are good ideas!
In this particular case:
- with a large lot, and
- the support and approval of the nearby neighbors who will be directly affected, and
- the willingness of Chris Maldonado to ensure that the new home will fit in appropriately with the "look and feel' of
the rest of Whitcomb Street, and
- her plan to require any new home that is built to be less than 1300 sq ft (not including a basement) with a maximum
height of 1.5 stories, and
- the long history that Chris Maldonado has in working to protect the neighborhood, I think this is a reasonable plan
and I would like to voice my support.
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Jason .land
Maldonado Project Development Plan
Dear Jason,
As we discussed, I have been involved in various meetings with Ms. Maldonado concerning an FCHA our 520 Cherry
property. As you know, our existing water line runs through her property and is completely outside of our 15 foot
easement along with a portion of our sewer line. As a result, we have been working with Ms. Maldonado to correct the
easement issues. We understand that in addition to the easement issues, Ms. Maldonado would also like to subdivide
her lot to add another single family dwelling unit and detached garage. Based upon the proposed plans and site visit, I
find the buildings to be well designed and scaled appropriately to their proposed locations. In my opinion, the proposed
infill housing design fits into the character of the neighborhood and does not appear to have a negative impact on
FCHA's properties to the east.
I am available to discuss this further if needed.
Sincerely,
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To the City of Fort Collins Planning and Zoning Board
I am writing in support of the request by Chris Maldonado to split her 412 N Whitcomb
Street lot and build a new modest -size home that would fit in with the neighborhood.
I have lived in Fort Collins since 1996, and resided at my current address in the Martinez
Park Neighborhood for 12 years.
I greatly appreciate the effort that the City of Fort Collins, and especially the Planning
and Zoning board, makes to ensure that older neighborhoods like Martinez Park retain
their character and charm. This is an important part of what makes Fort Collins such a
lovely city to live in!
I have known Chris Maldonado for about 15 years. She is a good neighbor who has
worked hard to ensure that Old Town neighborhoods like Martinez Park remain healthy,
family -friendly areas. For example, she helped to prevent a California developer from
building a large, overly -dense apartment complex along Martinez Park. (This allowed the
townhome neighborhood of River Rock Commons cohousing to be built instead.)
I think it is sound policy that lot changes like this must go through the City approval
process, including time for input from neighbors like me. Not all ideas to divide lots and
add more homes are good ideas!
In this particular case:
- with a large lot, and
- the support of the nearby neighbors who will be directly affected, and
- the willingness of Chris Maldonado to ensure that the new home will fit in
appropriately with the "look and feel" of the rest of Whitcomb Street, and
- her plan to require any new home that is built to be less than 1300 sq ft (not including a
basement) with a maximum height of 1.5 stories, and
- the long history that Chris Maldonado has in working to protect the neighborhood,
I think this is a reasonable plan and I would like to voice my support.
However, I would not want this case to mean that lots in Old Town can simply be split
and have large homes be built that don't fit in with the neighborhood character. I like the
way the Planning and Zoning Board reviews requests on a case -by -case basis. And in this
particular case, given the reasons above, I hope that the request to divide the lot is
approved.
Sincerely',
4.
Andrea Schweitzer, 520 N Sherwood Street, Fort Collins, CO 80521
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