HomeMy WebLinkAboutLIBERTY COMMON HIGH SCHOOL EXPANSION - SPAR - SPA110003 - CORRESPONDENCE - (7)3. The site plan should piuvide information as to the operations associated with drop-off and pick-up of
students. Please provide directional arrows to indicate one-way or two-way traffic flow and show how these
traffic patterns are intended to minimize the traffic within the neighborhood. Considerable attention was
paid to this issue at the time of initial consideration for Pioneer School.
4. The fagade treatment of the proposed gymnasium must be given some architectural detail and not be a
blank wall. There are examples of other gymnasiums associated with churches, schools and health clubs
that offer ideas. Day -lighting features are encouraged for energy conservation and architectural
embellishment.
5. The site plan should indicate the location and number of bicycle spaces. The project narrative should
provide a rationale for the number of bike space provided.
6. If not already planted, street trees will be required in the parkway along the public streets adjoining the
development.
Pre -Submittal Meetings for Building Permits
Pre -Submittal meetings are offered to assist the designer/builder by assuring, early on in the
design, that the new commercial or multi -family projects are on track to complying with all of the
adopted City codes and Standards listed below. The proposed project should be in the early to
mid -design stage for this meeting to be effective and is typically scheduled after the Current
Planning conceptual review meeting.
Applicants of new commercial or multi -family projects are advised to call 416-2341 to schedule a
pre -submittal meeting. Applicants should be prepared to present site plans, floor plans, and
elevations and be able to discuss code issues of occupancy, square footage and type of
construction being proposed.
Construction shall comply with the following adopted codes as amended:
2009 International Building Code (IBC)
2009 International Residential Code (IRC)
2009 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC)
2009 International Mechanical Code (IMC)
2009 International Fuel Gas Code (1FGC)
2009 International Plumbing Code (/PC) as amended by the State of Colorado
2008 National Electrical Code (NEC) as amended by the State of Colorado
Accessibility: State Law CRS 9-5 & ICC/ANSI Al17.1-2003.
Snow Load Live Load: 30 PSF / Ground Snow Load 30 PSF.
Frost Depth: 30 inches.
Wind Load: 100- MPH 3 Second Gust Exposure B.
Seismic Design: Category B.
Climate Zone: Zone 5
Energy Code Use
1. Single Family; Duplex; Townhomes: 2009 IRC Chapter 11 or 2009 IECC Chapter 4
2. Multi -family and Condominiums 3 stories max: 2009 IECC Chapter 4.
3. Commercial and Multi -family 4 stories and taller: 2009 IECC Chapter 5.
fees payable to the La...ar County Recorder. Upon completion of thy, pnysical realignment, application
for vacation of the existing easement areas no longer needed would be required with a cost of $400 as
part of our TDRF schedule, in addition to the recording fees payable to the Larimer County Recorder.
8. The driveway access points will need to be reviewed for spacing and offset requirements. Does the
proposed driveway out to Minnesota Drive lineup with Des Moines Drive across the street? The
proposed driveway out to Limon Drive should be fully within the neck -downed portion of Limon Drive.
9. Construction plans will be required.
10. A development agreement or amendment to the previous development agreement may be needed
once the project is finalized. If required, recording fees to record the development agreement or
amended development agreement would be required of the applicant payable to the Larimer County
Recorder.
11. A Development Construction Permit (DCP) or an excavation permit may be needed prior to starting any
work on the site.
Department: Electric Engineering
Contact: Alan Rutz, 970-224-6153, arutz(a)fcpov.com
1. The addition on the south side of the building will probably require the electric primary line to be
relocated.
2. Submit C-1 form with load requirements.
3. Normal electric development charges and system modification charges will apply.
Department: Building Inspection
Contact: Mike Gebo, 970.416.2618, mgebo(a.fcaov.com
1. Since the building is owned by a private sector entity and not the Liberty Commons Charter School, the
City of Fort Collins will perform all inspections and issue all necessary permits.
Current Planning
Contact: Ted Shepard, 970.221-6343, tshepard(a)fcgov.com
1. If a new electrical transformer is needed, be sure to provide adequate landscape screening on three
sides, or place within an enclosure meeting the clearance specifications of Light and Power.
2. Staff is concerned that the re -aligned neighborhood trail will be less direct. The re -alignment of the
neighborhood trail must result in convenience and as much directness as possible for all users and not
just the benefit of the school. For example, sharp angles must be avoided. Instead, long sweeps must
be used. A visual connection for trail users across the entire school campus must be preserved. Site
improvements associated with the school expansion must not be such so as to deter neighborhood
residents from using the trail. To mitigate the loss of directness, the relocated trail must include features that
clearly indicate it is for all residents and not just school students, faculty and staff. For example, the
trail should be lined with shade trees and properly illuminated by fixtures specifically designed to illuminate
the trail. The trail should not be illuminated by spillover lighting from the parking lot.
determined by the desk., engineer, and is based on the site disturba,,. e area or erosion control
measures shown on the site construction plans. If there won't be a city building permit issued, please
coordinate the calculation and payment of fees with Jean Pakech.
Department: Fire Authority
Contact: Ron Gonzales, 970-221.6635, rgonzalescDpoudre-fire.org
1. FIRE SPRINKLERS - the sprinkler system shall be extended to all new areas.
2. EMERGENCY ACCESS - emergency access for all buildings is not available; therefore, item 1 will apply
to all new buildings.
3. WATER SUPPLY - fire hydrants will be required as needed to be located within 300' of all buildings as
they are erected.
4. REMOTE FIRE DEPT CONNECTIONS - remote FDC's shall be required and shall require signage to
identify the associated building to which it is connected.
Department: Engineering Development Review
Contact: Marc Virata, 970.221-6567, mvirata(a)fcgov.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.
2. The City's Transportation Development Review Fee (TDRF) is due at the time of submittal. For additional
information on these fees, please see: http://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.
4. Please contact the City's Traffic Engineer, Joe Olson (224-6062) to schedule a scoping meeting and
determine if a traffic study or update to the previous traffic study is needed for this project. In addition,
please contact Transportation Planning for their requirements as well.
5. Any public improvements must be designed and built in accordance with the Larimer County Urban Area
Street Standards (LCUASS). They are available online at:
hftp://www.larimer.org/engineering/GMARdStds/UrbanSt.htm
6. Realignment of the bike/ped trail bisecting the property will require review of the realigned design, there
may be concerns that tighter curves might be problematic for bicyclists. Additionally is the expansion
such that portions of the trail are anticipated to be used frequently as part of the school operations? There
may be concerns that this neighborhood trail for all of Rigden will result in heavy friction with the
additional of school related operations.
7. In conjunction with any approved design for the realignment of the bike/ped trail, a new access
easement would need to be dedicated to the City for the areas of the realigned trail that fall outside of the
existing easement. This dedication will cost $250 as part of our TDRF schedule, in addition to recording
employees or 1 space p-, 1,000 sq.ft. of floor area. Whatever resulta the highest required minimum
will apply. We normally advise more parking especially if the school includes high school and the
students are permitted to drive to school. On -street parking does not count towards this requirement.
3. The property is in the Neighborhood Residential Sign district which will limit any additional wall signs to
individual letters not exceeding 12" in height and/or cabinets not exceeding 18" in height. Further
requirements can be found in LUC 3.8.7(C)(1)(e) and LUC 3.8.7(E)(8) under Auto related and roadside
commercial and business service uses. While we cannot require a review of any building wall signs
proposed we may want to evaluate their location on the new elevations.
4. As more schools are using LED message board signs we strongly advise that you follow LUC 3.8.7(M)
as a guideline for any proposals now in the future.
Department: Water -Wastewater Engineering
Contact: Roger Buffington, 970-221-6854, rbuffington fcgov.com
1. Existing water mains and sanitary sewers adjacent to the site include 8" water and 12" sewer in Custer, 8"
water and 8" sewer in Kansas and 8" water in Minnesota.
2. Existing services to the school include a 1" domestic water service extending from Minnesota Drive
through the parking lot, an 8" fire line connecting to the 8" water main in Kansas Drive and a 6" sewer
service connecting to a manhole on the north side of Custer Drive.
3. The water conservation standards for landscape and irrigation will apply. Information on these
requirements can be found at: http://www.fcgov.com/standards
4. If any new or larger services are needed, development fees and water rights will be due at building
permit.
Department: Stormwater Engineering
Contact: Glen Schlueter, 970-224.6065, gschlueter(o)fcgov.com
1. On -side water quantity and water quality detention will need to be provided in accordance with the
Rigden Farm Overall Drainage Plan. The design engineer will need to verify the assumed impervious
area and drainage patterns. If there are changes proposed, the engineer will need to provide and
document how the changes are mitigated.
2. A drainage and erosion control report and construction plans are required and must be prepared by a
Professional Engineer registered in Colorado.
3. The configuration of the pond can be modified for dual purpose as an athletic field as long as the water
quality and quantity volumes and release rates meet the requirements in the Overall Drainage Study.
4. 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.
5. No fee is charged for existing impervious area. The city wide Stormwater development fee (PIF) is
$6,313.00lacre ($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: http://www.fcgov.com/utilities/business/builders and developers/plant investment development fees
or contact Jean Pakech at 221-6375 for questions on fees. There is also an erosion control escrow
required before the Development Construction permit is issued. The amount of the escrow is
City of
Fort Collins
June 08, 2011
Michael Chalona
2620 E Prospect Ave #100
Fort Collins, CO
The Neenan Company
RE: Liberty Commons High School Addition
Community Development and
Neighborhood Services
281 North College Avenue
PO Box 580
Fort Collins, CO 80522
970.221.6750
970.224.6134 - fax
fcgov.com
Please see the following summary of comments regarding the project request referenced above. 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 have any questions regarding these comments or the next steps in
the review process, you may contact the individual commenter or direct your questions through the Project
Planner, Ted Shepard, at 970-221-6343 or tshepard()fcgov.com.
As proposed, the expansion will include a two-story addition consisting of an engineering lab, gymnasium and
classrooms. Facility expansion includes a new parking lot and athletic field. The expansion would take place over two
phases. The square footage of the proposed building expansion is 28,838 square feet. The existing building is 26,333
square feet. With the proposed expansion, the total building would be 55,171 square feet. The site is 4.27 acres and is
bordered by Minnesota Drive, Custer Drive, Kansas Drive and Limon Drive.
Comment Summary:
Department: Zoning
Contact: Gary Lopez, 970-416-2338, glopezna,fcgov.com
1. Pioneer Charter School was granted an approval as a Site Plan Advisory Review in September of 2003
as a Poudre School District Charter School. Though the property has changed hands, Liberty Commons,
like Pioneer, is Poudre School District Charter School and will be processed as a Major Amendment —
Site Plan Advisory Review. The development is in the MMN zone district, and should comply with
the applicable standards for the MMN zone as well as the applicable standards of Article 3 of the Land
Use Code.
2. The City's parking requirements can be found in the Land Use Code (LUC) 3.2.2; This includes minimum
landscaping requirements in the new parking lot. For example, there can be no more than 15 spaces
without an intervening landscape island. Minimum required parking per Section 3.2.2(K)(1)(h) states that
a minimum of 1 space is required per 4 seats in the auditorium or 2 spaces required for every 3