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HomeMy WebLinkAboutRAMS PARK - PDP/FDP - 12-00 - SUBMITTAL DOCUMENTS - ROUND 1 - PLANNING OBJECTIVESThank you for your time and consideration. We look forward to working with you during the development review process. /Sincerely, 4a,�� Drew Thomas VF RIPLEY ASSOCIATES, INC. The sensitive re -alignment of an existing 10' public access easement/path provides pedestrian access for the proposed development as well as enhancing the connection between the multi -family development to the north and West Elizabeth Street. A common open space area is proposed between the two buildings closest to West Elizabeth. This area serves as a central gathering space with a lawn area, bicycle racks, specimen trees and landscaping incorporated into a meandering pedestrian path that provides internal and adjacent use connectivity. The design objectives of the landscape plan are to screen parking and provide shade, seasonal interest, and create an attractive streetscape. City approved street trees along West Elizabeth are proposed to improve the visual character of the street. Existing trees are to be removed due to City required grading and street/sidewalk alignment and tree health issues. As per City Forester requirement- 13 proposed trees have been up -sized in order to mitigate the loss of existing trees. Foundation shrub plantings and trees will be used to complement the architecture and enhance the quality of outdoor spaces. The Rams Park project exemplifies many of the Principals and Policies of the City Plan including: LU-1, LU-2.1, LU-2.2, MMN-2, MMN-3.1, EXN-1.4 Project density promotes compact urban growth and enhances the citywide structure by proposing infill development sympathetic to the Neighborhood Commercial Center. The proposed development offers further positive contributions to the area by serving as a transition between adjacent multi -family and commercial uses. T-1.21 T1.3, T-4, T-5 Proposed enhancement of West Elizabeth Street corridor will meet city street design criteria. Furthermore, internal drives and pedestrian/bicycle paths are designed in a fashion so as to minimize conflict and provide connectivity while promoting the safety and use of viable transportation alternatives. T-6, T-7, T-8, CAD-4 Paving patterns at street crossings, landscape treatments and site lighting are proposed in order to enhance the context and character of the area and provide for public safety. CAD-1.4, ENV-4.5 Proposed street trees along West Elizabeth are arranged to establish urban tree canopy and provide natural cooling and shade. April 4, 2000 Fort Collins Planning Department 281 N. College Avenue Fort Collins, CO 80521 Re: Planning Objectives for Rams Park multi -family development VF RIPLEY ASSOCIATES INC. Landscape Architecture Urban Design Planning 401 West Mountain Avenue Suite 201 Fort Collins. CO 80521 2604 PHONE (970) 224-5829 FAX (970) 224-166'- The 3.48 acre Rams Park infill site is located on West Elizabeth Street just west of Taft Hill and consists of a second replat (2.82acres) of the West Elizabeth PUD and an adjacent .66 acre tract directly to the west. The site is zoned MMN Medium Density Mixed -Use Residential and NC Neighborhood Commercial District. Surrounding land uses include the Sunray Place and Vista Mountain multi -family developments to the north College Park apartments to the west, the King Soopers commercial center across West Elizabeth to the south and Gables Plaza, KFC and the closed Little Caesar's building to the east. Proposed development for the site includes four multi -family buildings. Three building footprints accommodate 2, 3 and 4 bedroom units while maintaining architectural congruity in the 78 unit complex. The architectural character of the proposed three story buildings is similar to that of the adjacent multi -family developments. Proposed buildings are oriented to minimize northern exposures and create a central common open space. Proposed site vehicular access is a one way loop system designed to provide access throughout the site and eliminate dead-end parking areas. Parking is distributed throughout the site to provide convenient vehicular access and a safe pedestrian environment. Surface parking spaces total 156. Pedestrian/Bicycle connectivity throughout the site and to adjacent uses is accomplished with the incorporation of a series of sidewalks connecting all uses.