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Ted Shepard
From: Rich Shannon<richs@pinnacleconsultinggroupinc.com>
Sent: Monday, July 29, 2013 10:25 AM
To: Ted Shepard
Subject: August 8th P and Z re NCFS site
Ted,
Please forward this email to the Planning and Zoning Board members. I am writing in support of the
proposed redevelopment of the Northern Colorado Feeders Supply property at 359 Linden, including
the applicants requested design elements. This project is scheduled for hearing on August 8, 2013.
For several years I have been working with most of the property owners in the River District
about redevelopment opportunities that will produce the best long term results for a unique and
energized addition to downtown Fort Collins. I am serving as real estate broker and/or owner's
representative for six property owners in the River District, including the owners of the Block One
project and Dennis Nater, owner of the NCFS site.
The NCFS site, on the corner of Linden and Willow, is at the heart of the emerging River District. The
site presents a unique set of challenges and opportunities. Few developers would be willing to take
the effort needed to design a viable adaptive reuse of this particular historic building. Mr. Prouty's
proposal has been thought through in great detail. He has spent a lot of time and effort working with
both the state and city staff to find a design that honors the historic building and allows for an
economically viable use.
It is important for the entire River District that this building is successful, contributing to the activity
and energy of the area. That is only possible if all of the building, including the second floor, is
allowed to be a viable part of the project. The applicant's request for three windows on the west side
of the building is not only reasonable it is essential. I encourage you to tour the inside of the NCFS
building. It is hard to imagine a meaningful use for the second floor without additional natural light. I
would be glad to arrange a tour for any P and Z Board member interested in viewing the interior of the
building (481-4438).
Please vote in favor of this project including the two design elements being requested by the
applicant.
Thank you for your consideration of this matter.
Rich Shannon
Vice President
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