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will add approximately 900 vehicle trips per day; Timberline Road, in this
area, sees almost 28,000 trips per day.
Note that the majority of these comments are applicable at the time of the PDP.
5. Findings of Fact/Conclusion:
In reviewing the request for the Timberline and Prospect ODP, staff makes the following
Findings of Fact and Conclusions:
1. The proposed ODP is consistent with the permitted land uses within the Industrial
and Employment Zone Districts.
2. The proposed ODP conforms to the Master Street Plan and street pattern and
connectivity standards as required in Section 3.6.1 and 3.6.3 (A) through (F) and
conforms to the Transportation Level of Service Requirements in Section 3.6.4.
3. The ODP identifies all natural areas, habitats and features.
4. The ODP conforms to the Spring Creek Master Drainage Basin Plan.
5. The ODP conforms to the contiguity requirements of the Compact Urban Growth
Standards of Section 3.7.2.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of the Timberline and Prospect Overall Development Plan —
ODP# 130001.
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Overall Development Plan (ODP)
2. ODP Conceptual Drainage Plan
3. ODP Traffic Study Letter (please also see the Traffic Study with the Integrated
Recycling Facility PDP)
4. Notes from June 3, 2013 Neighborhood Meeting
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G. Section 2.3.2 (1-1)(7) — Housing Density and Mix of Uses
This criterion requires that any standards relating to housing density and mix of uses will
be applied over the entire ODP and not on each individual PDP
No residential uses are planned within the ODP, thus, this standard does not apply.
3. Compact Urban Growth - Section 2.3.2 (H)(3):
This criterion requires that the ODP conform to the contiguity requirements of the
Compact Urban Growth Standards as per Section 3.7.2.
This site is an infill site and the ODP meets the requirements of the Compact Urban
Growth Standards because at least 1/6 of the proposed development's boundaries are
contiguous to existing development.
4. Neighborhood Meeting:
A neighborhood meeting was held on June 3, 2013 for the Integrated Recycling Facility
and the larger parcel (see attached meeting notes). Five residents attended and
commented on the proposed recycling facility, specifically the following elements:
• How the development of this site will affect the Rivendell site,
o Rivendell will be closed once this site is opened.
• How the project can be buffered from the road and surrounding parcels through
noise, pollution, visual, and odor mitigation techniques,
o Landscaping and grading to minimize the visual impacts of the facility
have been included in the recycling facility PDP, a Hazardous Materials
Impact Analysis has also been provided.
• What materials will be recycled at the site and if any are of a toxic nature,
o The free -drop off area will accept cardboard, paper, newspapers glass,
commingled containers, and clothing. The fee -drop off area will accept
concrete/asphalt/aggregate, lumber materials, metal, yard waste, e-waste,
batteries, paints, oil and antifreeze. A special materials area is also
proposed, which will provide free landscape mulch to the public, and a
glass collection (for shipment to glass bottle -making plants) area. A
Hazardous Materials Impact Analysis has been submitted for the project
and reviewed by the Poudre Fire Authority.
• How traffic on Timberline will be affected, .
o The traffic study for the PDP indicates the highest traffic impacts from the
project will occur outside of peak hours. The proposed recycling facilities
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bicycle facilities proposed with this ODP are consistent with the standards contained in
Part II of the City of Fort Collins Multi -modal Transportation Level of Service Manual.
Timberline Road, in the vicinity of this ODP, currently carries approximately 28,000
vehicles per day. Based on the existing, similar facility currently located at Rivendell
Elementary School, the proposed recycling facility could generate an estimated 900
vehicle trips per day. Midday Saturday is expected to generate the highest number of
trips at 130 per hour, with a peak of 120 trips per hour possible during a typical weekday
afternoon. The peak traffic for the facility is expected to occur outside of the peak period
for traffic on Timberline Road.
Staff should note that while there are numerous land uses identified for potential
development at Parcel B, the expansion of Timberline Road (to be constructed
approximately 2014-2015) will limit the overall area available for site development.
Thus, the traffic access study was based on the impacts associated with the Integrated
Recycling Facility (see Attachment 3). Subsequent traffic studies could be required if
future development proposals warrant additional review.
E. 2.3.2 (H)(5) — Natural Features
This criterion requires an ODP to show the general location and size of all natural areas,
habitats and features within its boundaries and shall indicate the rough estimate of the
buffer zone as per Section 3.4.1(E).
The northern end of this ODP contains a portion of Spring Creek. The 100-year FEMA
floodway and floodplain for this creek are shown on the ODP, as is the approximate
100' wide natural habitat buffer for the area. Any PDP for the northern portion of the
property would need to address the buffer in greater detail.
There are existing trees on the northern portion of the ODP and several on the southern
portion. Mitigation required for trees that are proposed to be removed will be addressed
by the City Forester at the PDP stage.
F. Section 2.3.2 (H)(6) — Drainage Basin Master Plan
This criterion requires an ODP to be consistent with the appropriate Drainage Basin
Master Plan.
The proposed ODP is consistent with the Spring Creek Master Drainage Basin Plan.
The southern portion of the site currently drains from south to the north between the
substation and Timberline over the turf and landscaping and into Spring Creek. The
northern portion of the site drains south into Spring Creek. Individual projects, including
the Integrated Recycling Facility, will have to meet stormwater and floodplain
requirements as they proceed through the Project Development Plan submittals.
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B. Section 2.3.2 (H)(2) - Density
This criterion requires that the ODP be consistent with the required density range of
residential land uses (including lot sizes and housing types) if located in the E zone
district.
No residential land uses are proposed, thus, this standard does not apply.
C. Section 2.3.2 (H)(3) — Master Street Plan
This criterion requires the ODP to conform to the Master Street Plan and street pattern
and connectivity standards as required by Section 3.6.1 and 3.6.3 (A) through (F). In
addition, the ODP shall also conform to the Transportation Level of Service
Requirements as contained in Section 3.6.4.
The proposed ODP is in conformance with the City's Master Street Plan. The site is
bordered by South Timberline Road on the east and East Prospect Road on the north.
South Timberline Road and East Prospect Road are both classified as 4-lane arterials.
The developer will be required to provide funds for the local street portion of the
required capital improvements on South Timberline Road. Though it is not planned or
expected, should redevelopment occur along Parcel A (the Coterie Natural Area), which
is adjacent to East Prospect Road, the developer would be required to provide funds for
the local street portion of this street as well.
D. Section 2.3.2 (H)(4) — Transportation Connections to Adjoining Properties
This criterion requires an ODP to provide for the location of transportation connections
to adjoining properties to ensure connectivity into and through the ODP from
neighboring properties for vehicles, pedestrians and bikes as per
Sections 3.6.3 (F) and 3.2.2(C)(6).
Vehicular access to the ODP will be from South Timberline Road. No vehicular
connections are planned from East Prospect Road.
In the north portion of the site, pedestrians travel through the site via the Spring Creek
Trail. Sidewalk connections into the trail are provided via East Prospect Road. On the
south portion of the site, there will be recreational access to the site via the proposed
disc golf course. However, due to the industrial nature of the recycling facility and the
railroad right-of-way to the west, no further pedestrian amenities are planned.
The Traffic Operations and Engineering Departments have reviewed the submitted
Transportation Impact Study and have determined that the vehicular, pedestrian and
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The proposed ODP is in conformance with all applicable requirements of the Industrial
(1) and Employment (E) zone districts, as well as the requirements for ODPs regarding
land uses, the Master Street Plan, transportation connectivity, natural features, drainage
master plan, and compact urban growth standards.
COMMENTS:
1. Background:
The surrounding zoning and land uses are as follows:
N: I; Front Range Community College
E; Bath Nursery
NE: E; vacant land at the corner of E Prospect Road and S Timberline Road
E: E; Riverbend Trail Office Condos, Centerpoint Plaza, and Spring Creek
Center
I; Buckinghorse Filing No. 1
S: I; Timberline Star Properties, including car repair and machinists
W: M-M-N; Union Pacific Railroad, Edora Park, and Parkwood East Estates
I; Hampton Lumber Sales
The site was annexed into the city as part of the 389.9 acre East Prospect Street
Annexation in 1973, along with numerous other properties. The site has been used as
a Natural Area (the Coterie), a public facility (Timberline substation), outdoor storage for
the Forestry and Parks Departments, and the parcel houses a portion of the Spring
Creek Trail. The only new, proposed use at this time is recycling facilities.
2. Compliance with Applicable Standards of the Land Use Code:
A. Section 2.3.2(H)(1) — Permitted Uses and District Standards
This criterion requires the ODP to be consistent with the permitted uses and applicable
zone district standards and any applicable general development standards.
The ODP is zoned Industrial (1) and Employment (E). The current uses include parks
and open space (Parcel A), outdoor storage (Parcel D) and public facility uses (Parcel
C, Timberline Substation). The proposed Industrial Zone uses include recycling
facilities, light and heavy industrial uses, plant nurseries, offices, and other open space
and park uses, e.g., a disc golf course. The proposed Employment Zone uses (in
Parcel B) include commercial, retail, industrial uses, and institutional and civic uses.
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ITEM NO 5
MEETING DATE 8.8.2013
STAFF
PLANNING & ZONING BOARD
PROJECT: Timberline and Prospect Overall Development Plan — ODP #130001
APPLICANT: Daman Holland
Ripley Design, Inc.
401 W Mountain Avenue, #100
Fort Collins, CO 80525
OWNER: City of Fort Collins
PO Box 580
Fort Collins, CO 80522
PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
This is a request for an Overall Development Plan (ODP) located at the intersection of
East Prospect Road and South Timberline Road. The site is 30.57 acres in size and
four areas within the parcel are managed by different City departments. The intent of
the ODP is to establish a general land use pattern in each of the four areas. The current
uses include parks and open space, outdoor storage and public facility uses (Timberline
Substation). The proposed uses include recycling facilities, light and heavy industrial
uses, plant nurseries, offices, and other open space and park uses, e.g., a disc golf
course. The ODP is zoned Industrial (1) and Employment (E).
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of the Timberline and Prospect
Overall Development Plan, ODP #130001.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
This Overall Development Plan is 30.57 acres in size and is zoned Industrial (1) and
Employment (E). The existing land uses within the ODP area are public facilities
(Timberline Substation), parks and open spaces (Spring Creek Trail and the Coterie
Natural Area), and storage for the Parks Department. Proposed uses included recycling
facilities (Integrated Recycling Facility) and additional parks and open spaces (Parks
Disc Golf course).
Site access is currently limited to the entrances off South Timberline Road for vehicles;
pedestrians access the site largely from the Spring Creek Trail. The existing substation
entrance is the proposed access for the Integrated Recycling Facility.
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