HomeMy WebLinkAboutCAMPUS WEST THEATRE REDEVELOPMENT - PDP - 23-04B - REPORTS - PLANNING OBJECTIVESOpen space, wetlands, landscaping
The project is a redevelopment of a pre-existing use that was featureless
when it relates to landscape, open space, or wetlands. The pre-existing site
was virtually 100% impervious. Our proposal provides for the latest
requirements for site landscaping of all exterior spaces as outlined in section
3.2.1 of the Land Use Code. The design objective is to create buffering from
the busy adjacent street, but not to compromise tenant visibility. Street trees
already existing along Elizabeth and will remain as part of our landscape. All
other areas adjacent to other used utilize heavier buffering to minimize
impacts. Open space proposed is 16.9% of net site area. No adjacent
properties contain any wetlands or natural habitats.
Ownership and maintenance
The project will be maintained with on -site personnel. A large maintenance
storage room is designed into the main level large enough for snow removal
equipment and landscape maintenance. The landlord is 100% owner of all
buildings and will be responsible for all matters as per the landlord tenant
agreements in place. At this time, tenants and specific uses are unknown.
The loft apartments will be controlled by a management service that reports
directly to the owners.
Development Schedule
This proposal is expected to be completely built out in a single phase.
Construction is expected to commence early in the summer of 2006 and be
complete no later than March of 2007. Tenant improvements are expected
to be concurrent with the initial construction, and after core and shell
construction is complete.
This proposal exceeds all standards imposed by the Land Use Code. The
improvements are complimentary to the surrounding neighborhood, and will
not impact any life or safety issues.
It/c
Walt Gantt
Kenney & Associates Architects LLC
Date: December 22, 2005
To: City of Fort Collins Planning Department
281 North College Avenue
Fort Collins CO 80522
RE: Campus West Redevelopment Project
Comer of West Elizabeth and City Park
Statement of Planning Objectives
General Description
This project development proposal is for a new residential / commercial /
retail mixed -use facility. The existing site was the home of the Campus West
Theatre and Schrader's Convenience Store. A previous redevelopment
application was submitted under the name of Brazil 99, but was never
pursued. Both structures have since been removed. The proposed project
consists of approximately 29,000 square feet of residential for 37 units, and
approximately 14,200 square feet of commercial / retail use. A single -tier
13,300 square foot parking structure connects all three buildings. Three
enclosed garages are on the site perimeter to provide for either the residents
or retail users. The building is anticipated to be a core and shell permit for
the retail and full build -out of the residential portions. Major uses are
expected to be sit-down dining and other campus / student related
operations. The residential units are designed to be loft apartment living
with very simple appointments inside. With A proximity to CSU, the target
market is expected to be students. The architectural elevations are
designed to capture a downtown urban rggi ! o m nt feel. Ornate but
structural steel elements and masonry products such as brick, sandstone,
and stucco dominate the exterior. Patina copper cladding and roofing help
to accentuate the upscale architecture with a rich feel. This type of
development emphasizes City Plan Principles and Policies and should be an
icon for this area.
Circulation & Parking
Pedestrian access is the main feature of the site. An existing 12-foot wide
sidewalk exists along Elizabeth, and will remain as part of the circulation. All
of the walks along the retail are covered and additionally are internally
heated. Large areas for outdoor seating and relaxing are provided on both
street facing sides. The main focal point is the round plaza area on the
comer. This large area is central to all of the pedestrian accesses. The
buildings are intentionally split to access to the parking structure as easily as
possible. All on -site parking meets the minimum parking requirements for
the residential uses. Several bike parking areas are dispersed throughout
the project, as well as on the parking tier to provide for the tenants. All of the
parking is hidden from view so the architecture and landscaping can
dominate the street facades as opposed to a sea of parking in front of the
building. The parking structure ramp will also be heated to prevent any ice
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