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Home My WebLink AboutMOUNTAIN VIEW COMMUNITY CHURCH - PDP - 31-07 - DECISION - MINUTES/NOTESAdministrative Public Hearing Sign -In Project: j'I+, \/,iw Goho,�)O Meeting Location: Co h� C/vL -cam V--)n> Gj D Date: ► — q - �� PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY Name Address Phone Email S-fw �AWF4C 1A- 5 stows (�ii►h ,,.r .pv �l R I o ,.., to i - Ka�S }2ro n U i v�� - ccl.� �� II�i aSo� /�1� Cj 0S2 Z�'�—�� ( 2-31- S610 Z Mt. View Community Church r jP Administrative Hearing Findings, Conclusions, and Decision January 9, 2008 Page 6 of 6 D. Division 3.6, Transportation and Circulation A Transportation Impact Study was performed that found the proposal compliant with the transportation Level of Service (LOS) standards to the extent possible as is required under this section of the LUC. An acceptable level of pedestrian access cannot be achieved and there is no practical means to do so. Northbound and southbound left turn lanes will be provided. SUMMARY OF CONCLUSIONS A. The Mountain View Community Church, Project Development Plan is in compliance with the Northside Neighborhoods Plan. B. The Mountain View Community Church, Project Development Plan is subject to administrative review and the requirements of the Land Use Code (LUC). C. The Mountain View Community Church, Project Development Plan satisfies the development standards of the I zoning district. D. The Mountain View Community Church, Project Development Plan complies with all applicable General Development Standards contained in Article 3 of the Land Use Code. DECISION The Mountain View Community Church, Project Development Plan, #31-07, is hereby approved by the Hearing Officer subject to the following condition: The Applicant shall revise the site, landscape and utility plans at the time of Final Plan submittal to reflect drainage pans and grading that will accommodate a playfield along the south portion of the site. Dated this 11th day of January 2008, per authority granted by Sections 1.4.9(E) and 2.1 of the Land Use Code. Cameron Gloss Planning and ing Director Mt. View Community Church r jP Administrative Hearing Findings, Conclusions, and Decision January 9, 2008 Page 5 of 6 along the south side of Buckingham. An existing asphalt path lies on the west side of 9th Street. Two bike racks will be provided near the main building entry. 7. Section 3.2.2 (J) Setbacks Proposed parking areas (first and second phases) are beyond the minimum required 15 foot setback. There are no build to line standards applicable to this development. 8. Section 3.2.2 (K)(2) Minimum Number of Off -Street Parking Spaces This request satisfies the applicable requirements of one parking space per four seats in the assembly area as required in the LUC. The number of off-street spaces is 138, where a minimum of 140 is required; however, the future parking area provides an additional 55 spaces, thus satisfying the requirement. 9. Section 3.2.4 (D) Site Lighting The lighting plan provides for light level sufficient for security and the proposed use, and there is no light trespass over the property line. B. Division 3.3, Engineering Standards The proposal complies with the design standards, requirements, and specifications for the services as set forth in this section. The property was previously platted. Four feet of additional Buckingham Street right-of-way will be dedicated by separate instrument. C. Division 3.5, Building Standards Because of the site's location within the Industrial district, the building is not required to match the existing context. The building contains traditional elements associated with a church. Relief is provided by the use of natural stone. Columns and dormers help break up the mass. Pitched roofs create the impression of a residential structure that contributes to neighborhood compatibility with the Andersonville neighborhood. The height to the top of the ridgeline of the main roof is 36 feet. The main entrance is highlighted by a steeple which achieves a total height of 48 feet. All exterior facades are articulated. The use of high quality exterior materials combined with a recognizable base, middle and top leads to compliance with the standard. Mt. View Community Church rLiP Administrative Hearing Findings, Conclusions, and Decision January 9, 2008 Page 4 of 6 1. Section 3.2.1, Landscaping and Tree Protection This request satisfies the applicable requirements set forth in this section of the LUC. Street trees will be planted along both frontages meeting the standard for tree species, size and number; except under the electrical power line where ornamental species have been used to reduce potential future utility conflicts. Building foundation plantings have been provided. 2. Section 3.2.1(E)(1), Landscape Buffering Between Incompatible Uses and Activities The parking bay along the west property line will be screened with a continuous shrub bed and five new shade trees, thus buffering the church from the adjacent industrial area. 3. Section 3.2.1(E)(2) Landscape Area Treatment In order to better serve the functional needs of the site and satisfy the standard of this Section, the Hearing Officer will require relocation of detention pond cross pans and minor site regrading as a condition of approval. A flatter cross-section within the detention pond, along with cross pans along the south side of the property, will allow the detention pond area to be used as an active play area during most of the year. 4. Section 3.2.1(E)(4) Parking Lot Perimeter Landscaping- Trees and Screening As noted above, the request satisfies the parking lot screening requirements in this section of the LUC. A future south parking lot, if constructed, would be required to provide screening to satisfy the parking area screening standard. 5. Section 3.2.1(E)(5) Parking Lot Interior Landscaping Landscape islands comprising no less than 10% of the parking area are provided, thus satisfying the requirements of the LUC. 6. Section 3.2.2 (B-E) Access, Circulation and Parking This request satisfies the applicable requirements set forth in this section of the LUC. Access to the site will be via a curb cut on Buckingham Street. A detached sidewalk will be constructed with this project, including ramps on either side of the drive apron and connecting to the existing sidewalk Mt. View Community Church t-LiP Administrative Hearing Findings, Conclusions, and Decision January 9, 2008 Page 3 of 6 FACTS AND FINDINGS 1. Site Context The surrounding zoning and land uses are as follows: N: I; Vacant (New Belgium O.D.P.) S: I; Existing Multi -tenant Commercial Building E: I; Vacant (future re -alignment of North Lemay Avenue) W: I; Existing Industrial Building The site was replatted as Lot Two of the Second Replat of North Lemay Subdivision, Second Filing in September of 1993. The site is vacant. There are two existing non-standard utility easements along the entire east property line. First, there is a 15-foot wide easement for the Platte River Power Authority that is contained within the boundaries of the subject property. Second there is a 60-foot wide easement also for P.R.P.A., 15 feet of which is contained within the subject property and 45 feet of which is located within the Lemay Avenue right-of-way. These easements are for the benefit of existing high voltage electrical power lines that connect the Rawhide Power Plant with the City of Fort Collins Light and Power substations. 2. Compliance with the Northside Neighborhoods Plan The proposal complies with the Northside Neighborhoods Plan since the parcel is designated for light industrial uses and the existing Industrial (1) District permits places of worship. 3. Compliance with Article 4 and the I Zoning District Standards The proposed church as a "place of worship" is permitted within the Industrial zone subject to Administrative Review. There are no specific use or development standards found in Article 4 that pertain to the proposal. 4. Compliance with Article 3 of the Land Use Code — General Development Standards The PDP complies with all applicable General Development Standards, more specifically as follows: A. Division 3.2, Site Planning and Design Standards Mt. View Community Church rL)P Administrative Hearing Findings, Conclusions, and Decision January 9, 2008 Page 2 of 6 STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Approval NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING: Evidence presented to the Hearing Officer established no controversy or facts to refute that the hearing was properly posted, legal notices mailed and notice published. PUBLIC HEARING The Hearing Officer, presiding pursuant to the Fort Collins Land Use Code, opened the hearing at approximately 5:00 p.m. on January 9, 2008 in Conference Rooms C & D at 281 North College Avenue, Fort Collins, Colorado. HEARING TESTIMONY, WRITTEN COMMENTS AND OTHER EVIDENCE: The Hearing Officer accepted during the hearing the following evidence: (1) Planning Department Staff Report; (2) application, plans, maps and other supporting documents submitted by the applicant and the applicant's representatives to the City of Fort Collins; and (3) a sign up sheet of persons attending the hearing. The LUC, the City's Comprehensive Plan (City Plan), and the formally promulgated policies of the City are all considered part of the evidence considered by the Hearing Officer. The following is a list of those who attended the meeting: From the City: Ted Shepard, Chief Planner From the Applicant: Sandy McFeron, VF Ripley Associates Steve Schroyer Kevin Brazelton Jason McConahy Brian Stribley Kevin Wolfe From the Public: None. Written Comments: None. PlanninL -)evelopment and Transportatik. Services Planning and Zoning CITY OF FORT COLLINS ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING OFFICER TYPE I ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING FINDINGS, CONCLUSIONS AND DECISION ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING DATE PROJECT NAME: CASE NUMBER: APPLICANT: OWNER: HEARING OFFICER: PROJECT DESCRIPTION: January 9, 2008 Mountain View Community Church Project Development Plan #31-07 Mountain View Community Church of Fort Collins c/o V-F Ripley Associates 401 West Mountain Avenue Fort Collins, CO 80521 Mountain View Community Church of Fort Collins 201 Whedbee Street Fort Collins, CO 80524 Cameron Gloss Planning and Zoning Director The Applicant has submitted a request to construct a church on the vacant property at the southwest corner of North Lemay Avenue and Buckingham Street. The site is 6.32 acres in size. The proposed church would contain 26,522 square feet and seat approximately 560 persons at capacity in the sanctuary. There will also be rooms for offices, classrooms and fellowship. SUMMARY OF HEARING OFFICER DECISION: Conditional Approval ZONING DISTRICT: I, Industrial 281 North College Avenue • P.O. Box 580 • Fort Collins, CO 80522-0580 • (970) 221-6750 • FAX (970) 416-2020