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HomeMy WebLinkAboutFOOTHILLS MALL REDEVELOPMENT SUBDIVISION, FILING 2 - PDP - PDP150002 - SUBMITTAL DOCUMENTS - ROUND 1 - PLANNING OBJECTIVESFoothills Mall Statement of Planning Objectives combination of a four story linear tuck- under building fronting Stanford and two- three story linear tuck under buildings on each side flanking the mall entry. These feature more and two and three bedroom units targeted to more traditional and family type residents. Lot 4 plots the same type of layout as Lot 5 with a secondary pool and clubhouse amenity area. Lot 3 has four buildings which are all three stories in height with variations in footprint length, targeted at more family type residents. VII. Foothills maintains the active irrigation canal that currently meanders the site and places the canal in an underground pipe routed along the College Avenue frontage. The pipe allows for unimpeded, safe pedestrian travel along College Avenue while offering access to the adjacent buildings and pedestrian linkages to the larger circulation network along this frontage. VIII. A copy of the notes from the required Neighborhood Meeting held September 17, 2012 is included for review. IX. This application is referred to as "Foothills Mall Redevelopment'. Previous applications have referred to this development as "Foothills Fashion Mall", "Southmoor Village", and the "Strachan Subdivision". i Page 15 SEM t II I l Ct 1 Foothills Mall Statement of Planning Objectives • 3.5.2 The residential component is designed to promote variety, visual interest, and pedestrian -oriented connections to the neighborhood. • 3.5.3 The mixed -use commercial components are designed to promote first a pedestrian scale while secondly accommodating vehicular movement. • 3.5.3 The application proposes large retail buildings that are compatible with their surrounding area and contribute to the community character of Ft Collins. • 3.10.1 The property is located in the Transit -Oriented Development Overlay Zone (TOD). • 3.10.3 The application proposes more than the (1) central feature or gathering place required. • 3.10.4 The application incorporates a parking structure that encourages pedestrian activity at the street -facing level even thought that level is internal to the site. Further, the structure is designed to accommodate covered bicycle parking spaces enhancing the central nature of the structure within the site's overall circulation network. • 3.10.5 As such, building height is regulated by the terms of 3.10.5 (F) overlaid on the provisions of the LUC. This provision allows the maximum allowable height to be increased to the base height plus one story under (F) (1) (a) as this application meets these criteria. This application is therefore allowed 5 stories as its maximum allowable height without alternate dispensation and within the terms of the conditions stated in the article. • 4.6. (A) The residential component provides a link between the surrounding neighborhoods and the adjacent commercial core. The design creates an inviting and convenient living environment though bike and walking paths, open spaces and parks. • 4.6. (E).3b • Site Plan Option A (800 units): The residential component provides variation in building design which is differentiated significantly in footprint and shape, architectural elevations and entrance features, within a coordinated overall theme of roof forms, massing proportions and other characteristics. More specifically, lot 6 contains a 5 story wrap building aimed towards a younger and hipper crowd featuring studios, one and two bedroom units. Lot 5 is a 4 story podium building over a 2 level underground parking structure featuring more two and three bedroom units. Lot 4 is of the same podium product type but offers shorter building frontage along Stanford Street. Lot 3 contains 2 linear buildings, with 3 story residential over a semi basement parking stricture, featuring more two and three bedroom units. • Site Plan Option B (446 units): The residential component provides variation in building design which is differentiated significantly in footprint and shape, architectural elevations and entrance features, within a coordinated overall theme of roof forms, massing proportions and other characteristics. More specifically, Lot 6 contains a 5 story wrap building aimed towards a younger and hipper crowd featuring studios, one and two bedroom units. Lot 5 offers a Page 14 Foothills Mall Statement of Planning Objectives • 3.2.3 This application has been designed to protect access to sunshine and does not excessively shade adjacent properties. • 3.2.4 Exterior lighting maintains the functional and security needs of the project without adversely affecting the adjacent properties and surrounding neighborhood. • 3.2.5 Trash enclosure have been planned and designed to be compatible with surrounding land uses and offer adequate, convenient space for the collection and storage of refuse and recyclable materials. • 3.3.1 A Preliminary Subdivision Plat representing the proposed redevelopment is submitted with this application. • 3.3.2 Improvements have been designed according to the City's design and construction standards. • 3.3.3 The existing irrigation canal has been considered in this design and the application includes proposals to minimize any hazards to life or property. • 3.3.4 We have included a Geotechnical Study documenting the existing conditions and proposed geotechnical considerations in this application. • 3.3.5 The documents demonstrate compliance with design standards, requirements, and specifications. Minor variances requested are noted. • 3.4.1 An Ecological Characterization Study has been included in this application. Additionally, the existing trees have been documented and a tree protection, replacement, and mitigation plan is being formulated for submittal with a subsequent package of documents. • 3.4.2 This application includes a Hazardous Materials Impact Analysis and abatement of hazardous materials will be performed under applicable regulations. • 3.4.3 This application conforms to applicable local, state, and federal water quality regulations and standards. Stormwater runoff is detained and treated within biological treatment facilities before release. • 3.5.1 The physical and operational characteristics of the proposed development are compatible when considered within the context of the surrounding area. This application represents a new development within an existing developed area and offers a character complimentary to its surroundings. The architecture of the new development sets an enhanced standard of quality for future projects or redevelopment within the area. The redevelopment proposes limited areas of buildings in excess of the allowed (40) forty foot height limitation, and as such, proposes a Special Height Review for these components. The components requiring Special Height Review are the Multi -Family Residential on the East boundary and the Parking Structure in the central East quadrant of the site. The Multi -Family Residential serves as a transitional use buffer to the adjacent residential neighborhood to the East of the project in this application and offers compatibility with surrounding uses along that boundary. Page13 SEM1 Foothills Mall Statement of Planning Objectives and accessible to all people and fosters participation and collaboration by both the Public and Private sectors. All voices are valued in this process. • Transportation Foothills fosters Ft Collins' vision of a connected community by integrating land use and transportation. It offers safe, reliable, and convenient connection options to ensure mobility for people of all ages and abilities as a component of the redevelopment. By creating a regional mixed -use destination, Foothills integrates regional and local concerns offering patrons interface to multiple travel choices as a component of their experience of the redeveloped environment. II. Foothills offers a variety of open spaces including the East and West Greens that function as public gathering spaces for community use. The project integrates these destinations with the larger community needs for pedestrian connectivity and linkages to local and regional elements of the City's Pedestrian and Transportation Master Plans. The open space in the development connects to this network and to the buffers the streetscapes surrounding the property offer to the surrounding neighborhoods. III. A Metro District is being established to own, operate and maintain the public open space areas. IV. Foothills will employ approximately 600 people upon its full occupancy. V. Foothills is deeply rooted in a desire to create a vibrant, regional mixed -use environment from a currently underperforming asset. The redevelopment will offer the City of Ft Collins to capture a significant source of revenue that has recently been leaking to surrounding communities. The development will incorporate sustainable principles of design and integrate land use and community connectivity to enhance the components of the urban fabric it currently occupies. VI. Foothills complies with the applicable provisions of the Land Use Code including these highlights: • 4.21 The existing site is currently zoned C-G. The redevelopment proposal implements uses allowed in the provisions of Division 4.21 including, but not limited to, retail, large retail, indoor recreation,'entertainment/ theater, restaurant, grocery, parking structure, residential, and wireless telecommunications facilities. The combination of some of these uses requires a Type 2 review tinder the LUC. • 3.2.1 This application provides significant significant canopy shading, contributes to visual quality and continuity, provides outdoor screening and mitigation of potential conflicts between activity areas and site elements, enhances outdoor spaces, reduces erosion and stormwater runoff, encourages water conservation, mitigates air pollution. We have proposed a landscape plan within the intent of the tree planting and landscape standards stated, and will follow with a tree protection, replacement and mitigation program in a subsequent submittal. We will also follow with a hydrozone analysis, and water budget in that time frame. • 3.2.2 This application provides a well -designed circulation network including pedestrians, bicycles, automobiles, and public transit. Page 12 SUM ARt IIII I( Iti Foothills Mall Redevelopment Statement of Planning Objectives I. City Plan Principles • Economic Health Foothills will create diverse jobs that enable citizens and businesses to thrive. The Foothills redevelopment offers an environment that embodies a unique Colorado style incorporating a combination of indoor shopping, open-air eateries, outdoor shops, and green spaces that function as a Community gathering space. The project activates the once vibrant Regional Economic Commercial Center that was Foothills Fashion Mall by offering an innovative, creative and entrepreneurial atmosphere to the Community. • Environmental Health Foothills employs sustainable site planning principles by revitalizing the currently underperforming commercial center and repositioning the physical assets of the site, enhancing the current drainage patterns and stormwater treatment and release, and improving public amenities and open space. The project enhances t pedestrian circulation to and through the site and connects to the surrounding infrastructure via pedestrian, bicycle, and public transit interface to the City's ongoing and planned initiatives. • Community and Neighborhood Livability Foothills offers an enhanced mixed -use environment including commercial, retail, restaurant, entertainment, and residential uses within its current community boundary. It connects to the City's existing infrastructure offering opportunities for redevelopment, revitalization, and economic growth within the existing urban fabric. It creates a vital and appealing activity center offering a regional destination within Ft Collins while interfacing directly with its surrounding neighborhoods. • Safety and Wellness Foothills embodies Ft Collins' lifestyle by offering opportunities that foster an active and healthy existence. The redevelopment creates a safe environment in which to work, live and play, and provides economic and social benefits to the fabric of the surrounding neighborhoods. • Culture, Parks, and Recreation Foothills encourages cultural development and participation by offering Community Gathering Spaces within this unique environment. The redevelopment creates a regional destination for commerce, community life, and culture by offering varied environments for meeting, gathering, and experiencing the environment that is Foothills and Ft Collins. • High Performing Community Foothills offers Ft Collins the opportunity to participate in a community -wide based approach to regional problem solving. The approval process is inclusive 98 Spruce Street, Suite 201 1 Denver Colorado 80230 303 220 8900 1 303 220 0708 Fax www. S E MARCH ITECTS.COM