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From: Debra Dunn <dd unn 2209@comcast. net>
Sent: Sunday, December 11, 2011 1:47 PM
To: Debra Dunn
Subject: Eastside Neighborhood - Remington St Development Proposal
Re: Eastside Old Town Neighborhood Development Proposals
We are writing to express our concern and opposition to the current development proposal for the
Eastside neighborhood (specifically 705, 711 and 715 Remington St.). This proposal would remove
or demolish homes currently in disrepair (one dating back to 1880), replacing them with high density
apartment units with a speck target of providing student housing. This development proposes 44
apartment units (at "3 unrelated" this could equate to 132 occupants) on 3 lots. Currently, these
homes are 3 or 4-plex units with a reported total of 17 residents. The developer has been'the owner
of these properties since December 2009 and they have not maintained the homes or grounds. They
would consider having 60 parking spaces which would not cover the occupancy and the many visitors
that would frequent the building. The already heavily used Remington Street and alley to the west
would see huge increases in traffic congestion. Building modern, high density buildings in the middle
of a single and multi -family neighborhood is not a compatible way to provide affordable housing
The Eastside Old Town neighborhood is a vibrant, diverse community with families, students, small
businesses, schools and various faith communities. There are many lovingly restored historic homes
which were once suffering from serious neglect. Our home was a former fraternity and dilapidated
boarding house that is now a restored family home. Many of these homes date as far back as the
late 1800's and are a part of Fort Collins' rich history. Proposed developments, if approved, would
set a precedent for the removal of more historic, but neglected homes and also change the diverse
nature of this community from a mix of home owners and renters living as neighbors, to a
predominantly high density student population.
Providing a quality mix of housing that offers options in affordable living and home ownership to a
diverse population maintains a quality community. Long and short- term residents benefit from the
sense of community that comes from living as neighbors in actual homes rather than high density
buildings. We believe that this historic neighborhood is a treasure that should be celebrated and
preserved.
Larry and Debra Dunn
Ddunn2209-comcast.net
Ldunn1019Agmail.com
Eastside Neighborhood Residents