HomeMy WebLinkAboutASCENT STUDIO CLIMBING & FITNESS - MJA - MJA140003 - DECISION - MINUTES/NOTESPlanning & Zoning Board
October 9, 2014
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Fort Collins and would like to see it continue. She asked the Planning and Zoning Board to consider the
greater good and to support this type of business.
Russ Ayer, 5000 Boardwalk Drive, Unit 11, is Bonnie's husband. He stated that his main concern is the
personal rights and freedoms of Fort Collins citizens. He gave some background to support why he is in
favor of the continuation of Airbnb. He feels that they serve a real purpose in promoting the City behind
the scenes.
Chair Carpenter and Director Kadrich explained some of the duties and responsibilities of the P&Z Board
with respect to the Airbnb issues presented. This topic is part of a broader community discussion
involving vacation rentals by owners and would warrant more policy alteration than just changing a
particular zone.
Consent Agenda:
1. Minutes from September 11, 2014, P&Z Hearing
2. Ascent Studio Climbing and Fitness Major Amendment MJA 140003
3. 222 West Laurel CSU Classroom Addition, SPA 140002
Public Input:
None.
Note: Because Member Hansen has a conflict of interest with the 222 West Laurel project, the Consent
Agenda items will be voted on and approved separately.
Member Hart made a motion that the Planning and Zoning Board approve the October 9, 2014,
Consent Agenda as presented, including the minutes from the September 11, 2014, Planning and
Zoning Board hearing, and Ascent Studio Climbing and Fitness Major Amendment MJA 140003.
Member Hansen seconded. Vote: 6:0.
Member Hart made a motion that the Planning and Zoning Board approve the October 9, 2014,
Consent Agenda as presented, including 222 West Laurel CSU Classroom Addition, SPA 140002.
Vice Chair Kirkpatrick seconded. Vote: 5:0 with Member Hansen abstaining due to a conflict of
interest
Chair Carpenter called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
Roll Call: Carpenter, Kirkpatrick, Hansen, Hart, Hobbs and Schneider
Absent: Heinz
Staff Present: Kadrich, Scurlock, Burnett, Beals, Mapes, Mounce, and Cosmas
Agenda Review
Chair Carpenter provided background on the board's role and what the audience could expect as to the
order of business. She described the following processes:
• While the City staff provides comprehensive information about each project under consideration,
citizen input is valued and appreciated.
• The Board is here to listen to citizen comments. Each citizen may address the Board once for
each item.
• Decisions on development projects are based on judgment of compliance or non-compliance with
city Land Use Code.
• Should a citizen wish to address the Board on items other than what is on the agenda, time will
be allowed for that as well.
• This is a legal hearing, and the Chair will moderate for the usual civility and fairness to ensure
that everyone who wishes to speak can be heard.
Director Kadrich reviewed the items on both the Consent and Discussion agendas and added one item
under "Other Business". She also explained the consent/discussion procedure to the audience.
Public Input on Items Not on the Agenda:
Laurel Hagaseth, 3315 W. Prospect Road, made a presentation on Airbnb, which was supported by a
handout (Exhibit 1). Airbnb is not a traditional bed and breakfast, with the main difference being that
guests are treated more like family, they do not advertise, and guests are pre-screened. Her HOA has
required her to stop participating in this business, citing that they are a nuisance. She is asking the
Planning and Zoning Board to change the current regulations to allow her business to operate freely in
Fort Collins.
Bonnie Ayer, 5000 Boardwalk Drive, Unit 11, stated that she has stayed with the Hagaseth's and how
exceptional their stay was. She feels that the Airbnb business is an excellent public relations avenue for