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Name of the project as well as any previous name the project may have come through conceptual review with.
The project originally came through the Conceptual Review process as "6 Dwelling Units in 2
Buildings - north of West Laurel Street and east of Meldrum Street".
A modification request came through as "Laurel Street Carriage Apartments".
The project name currently is " Laurel Street Lofts".
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Description of rational behind the assumptions and choices made by the applicant.
Lot 18 is vacant and represents a break in the street texture. The proposed construction has been
designed to sensitively fill the gap.
The proposed project, apartment units, is appropriate to the area, providing student housing
opportunity within easy walking distance to Colorado State University and downtown. The project
should contribute to fewer vehicle miles traveled because of the targeted user group (college
students) and its proximity to CSU campus.
On -site parking and landscape requirements have been be met as per Land Use Code for the
proposed apartment 3-plex. On -site parking has been incorporated into the building, in garages, so
that exposed to view surface parking has been minimized.
The architecture of the proposed 3-piex has been designed specifically to be compatible with the
surrounding neighborhood. The design, scale, orientation and proportions are intended to reflect the
existing street character of Laurel Street. The proposed project has been reviewed and endorsed by
the Historic Preservation staff and the Landmark Preservation Commission during an earlier
modification process. Their comments and suggestions have been helpful and have positively
influenced the project. The proposed project is designed to best protect the character of the next
door significant historic structures, and the neighborhood in which they are located.
The project is an infill project in an older neighborhood. It is hopeful that this project will promote
historic preservation in the immediate area.
The applicant shall submit as evidence of successful completion of the applicable criteria, the completed
documents pursuant to these regulations for each proposed use. Any variance from the criteria shall be
described.
No new variances are anticipated.
A modification of Section 4.8(D) Land Use Standards, Subsection 4.8(D)(1) Density of the LUC was
requested at an earlier time. The P&Z Board meeting date was 5/4/00, and the modification was
approved.
Narrative description of how conflicts between land uses or disturbances to wetlands or natural area are being
avoided or. mitigated.
Not applicable.
Written narrative addressing each concemAssue raised at the neighborhood meeting(s), if a meeting has been
held.
Planning Objectives - Laurel Street Lofts, page 3 of 6
practical mode of transportation.
Principal T-S: "The City will acknowledge pedestrian travel as a viable transportation mode...." . The
project's targeted occupants will be CSU students. The project's proximity to the CSU campus will
easily facilitate walking to campus. Walking will be a practical and enjoyable means of travel.
Policy HSG-1.4: "Land for Residential Development. The City will permit residential development in all
neighborhoods and districts in order to maximize the potential land available for development of housing
and thereby positively influencing housing affordability. ".
Principal GM-8: "The city will promote compatible infill development in targeted areas within the
Community Growth Management Area boundary."
Principle CAD-3, Policy CAD-3.2 Comparability with Surrounding Development: The project is
specifically designed to be sensitive and compatible with the neighborhood.
Principle CAD-4, Policy CAD-4.2 Lighting and Landscaping: Security lighting will be provided. Light
sources will be selected to reduce glare where possible. Landscaping will be designed to avoid hidden
areas.
Principle ENV-2, Policy ENV-2.3 Coordination:
Trash enclosure area has been sized to accommodate recycling efforts.
Description of proposed open space, buffering, landscaping, circulation, transition areas, wetlands and natural
areas on site and in the general vicinity of the project.
Not applicable.
Statement of proposed ownership and maintenance of the public and private open space areas; applicant's
intentions with regard to future ownership of all or portions of the planned unit development.
There are no designated public or private open spaces within this development..
The project will be privately owned and managed. No change in ownership is intended for the
foreseeable future.
Estimate of the number of employees for business, commercial, and industrial uses.
The property will be managed by the Owner, no new employee positions will be created.
Planning Objectives - Laurel Street Lofts, page 2 of 6
Laurel Street Lofts LOCKWOOD
PLANNING OBJECTIVES 1ij�CIyC'I'�
16 August 2000
The Laurel Street Lofts site is located in the 300 block of West Laurel Street, Lot 18, Block 96,
HARRISON'S ADDITION to the City of Fort Collins, County of Larimer, State of Colorado. The
proposed project is a 3 unit apartment building.
The property was subdivided as part of the Original Town Site subdivision plat of January, 1873. Lots 17
and 18 make up Parcel 4, which is 12,350 square feet in area. A modification to the lot density land use
standard set forth in section 4.8(D)(1), requiring 15,000 square feet minimum site area has been approved
by the Planning & Zoning Board, 4 May 2000, to allow for this third building within the overall parcel.
The property is located in the Neighborhood Conservation, Buffer District (N-C-B). The property is
bounded by Laurel Street to the south and alleyways to the east and north. Lot 18 is currently vacant.
Lot 17 (to the west and under the same ownership) has two existing detached two-story dwelling units.
The proposed 3 unit apartment building architecture is to be compatible with the historically significant
structures to the west.
Statement of appropriate City Plan Principals and Policies achieved by the proposed plan.
Principal LU-1: "Growth within the city will promote a compact development pattern within a well -de fined
boundary". This project is an infill within the defined boundary.
Principle LU-2, Policy LU-2.2 Urban Design: Laurel Street Lofts is a well designed project for its
specific apartment/rental related function. The surrounding areas of Colorado State University have
developed over r the last several years into student housing. Laurel Street Lofts will contribute
positively to this area. Its location is appropriate and the architecture will be will be a "quality" building,
complimentary to the existing scale and character of the existing neighborhood.
Principle LU-3, Policy LU-3.1 General Area Designations: The project is consistent with the City's
intent to allow and promote certain types of development for this area
Principle T-1, Policy T-1.1 Land Use Patterns: The project is located within walking distance to a
public transportation system.
Principal T-4: "Bicycling will serve as a viable alternative to automobile use for all trip purposes." The
project, with it's close proximity to the CSU campus and downtown, will make bicycling a -useful and
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