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HomeMy WebLinkAboutRIGDEN FARM, 7TH FILING, THE WILLOWS - PDP - 56-98N - SUBMITTAL DOCUMENTS - ROUND 1 - PLANNING OBJECTIVESConceptual Review Letter and explanation of how issues have been addressed: (See Attachment I) Legal Description: (See Attachment II) A list of names of all general and limited partners all managers and directors, involved as applicants or owners of the proiect development plan: (See Attachment III) Name and address of each owner of Property within the boundaries of the development plan area: (See Attachment IV) Development Phasing Schedule: (See Attachment V) Traffic Impact Study: (See Attachment VI) Environmental Study: (See Attachment VII) Waste Management Letter: (See Attachment IX) Letter from Scott Griffin with Wheeler Construction Services: (See Attachment X) All common use areas will be maintained by the HOA; all public streets, and open space areas will be turned over to the City of Fort Collins. Estimate of number of employees for commercial and industrial uses: (Not applicable with this Residential PDP.) Any variance from the criteria shall be described: At this point, no variances have been submitted. Two modifications to the code have been requested. The first is to the side and rear yard setback, and the second is to the setback from non -arterial streets. There is a hearing on these matters set up for June 21, 2001. Description of rationale behind the assumptions and choices made by the applicant: This PDP is in the I' Filing of the Rigden Farm Overall Development Plan. It will include 23 Single Family Residential Lots; 29 Single Family Attached Residential Lots; and 112 Multi -Family Residential Lots (4-plex (2), 5-plex (1), 6-plex (13), 7-plex (3)). The rationale for development occurring this way is to include all storm and drainage easements and developing the roads: Kansas Road, Parkside Road, and Parkfront Road. This PDP has planned the roads and lots to follow natural contours and easements, thus preserving the topographic character of the site. Also, the layout of this plan enhances neighborhood continuity and connectivity. The planned sidewalks and the bicycle trail encourage pedestrian and alternative modes o travel, thereby fostering non -vehicular access. Written narrative addressing each concern/issue raised at the neighborhood meetings: This PDP will be a "Type I" Review — no neighborhood meeting required. (See Attachment VIII) Name of the project as well as any previous names the project may have been known by: The Willow at Rigden Farm Rigden Farm Tract D Rigden Farm PDP I' Filing A narrative description of how conflicts between land uses are being avoided or mitigated: To the extent reasonably feasible, land use boundaries in neighborhoods shall occur at mid -block locations rather than at streets. This will create streetscapes that have similar buildings facing each other. This PDP has created similar sized lots adjacent to existing lots of the area. Hazardous Materials Impact Analysis: This is solely a residential site; therefore, no Hazardous Materials Analysis has been done. Principle HSG-1: A variety of housing types and densities will be available throughout the urban area for all income levels. Policy HSG-1.4: Land Use Patterns. There will be a variety of housing types and densities within this development. Principle ENV-5: Natural habitat/ecosystems (wildlife, wetlands, and riparian areas) will be protected and enhanced within the developed landscape of Fort Collins. Policy ENV-5.1: Protection and Enhancement. This development will create a minimum 50' natural habitat buffer along the Foothills Basin to protect this valuable resource and amenity. Principle NOL-1: Preserve and protect natural area within Fort Collins and the Community Growth Management Area to provide habitat essential to the conservation of plants, animals, and their associated ecosystems and to enrich the lives of citizens by providing opportunities for education, scientific research, nature, interpretation, art, fishing, wildlife observation, hiking, and other activities. Policy NOL-1.2: Urban Development. This proposal will integrate the Foothills Basin into this development and protect it by providing a minimum 50' buffer along the boundaries of the Basin. This area provides an area for a pedestrian/bicycle trail corridor. Proposed and Existing Open Space Buffering Landscaping Circulation Transition Areas Wetlands, and Natural Areas: The Foothills Drainage Basin is owned by the City of Fort Collins. The Stormwater Utilities and the Natural Resource Departments maintain this naturalized drainage corridor. The proposed Willow at Rigden Farm PDP identifies a 50' wide natural buffer along the north and south side of the Foothills Basin. Within the open space buffer a trail has been constructed to serve the residents and neighborhoods. The trail is identified on the City of Fort Collins Parks and Recreation Policy Plan as a proposed off-street trail along the Foothills Basin Channel. There will also be an off-street trail system throughout the development connecting to the proposed Neighborhood Commercial Center, the Neighborhood Community Center, and the surrounding Residential Neighborhoods, as identified in the ODP. This phase will have an off-street trail system associated with a new storm drainage easement running north and south. This trail system will connect to the previous trail system and the proposed Foothills Basin Channel trail. There is one neighborhood park planned as part of the ODP in the Neghborhood Community Center. All of the residential dwellings will be within 1/3 mile of the park measured along the street frontage. All open space, parks, bicycle/pedestrian trails, and landscaped buffer areas will be constructed by the Development Team, Rigden Farm, LLC and then will be dedicated to the Rigden Farm Home Owners Association for maintenance. There is a planned Storm Detention Pond in the approximate 20 acre parcel of land in the R-C District. The pond will be wet and the design will include mitigation areas for mitigating all of the disturbed wetlands on site. Provisions will be included to provide for wildlife habitat. Statement of proposed ownership and maintenance of public and private open space areas; applicant's intentions with regard to future ownership of all or portions of the proiect development plan: Principle T-1: The physical organization of the city will be supported by a framework of transportation alternatives that maximize access and mobility throughout the city, while reducing the dependence upon the private automobile. Policy T-1.1: Land Use Patterns. This development will have approved appropriate residential densities located within walking distances to higher densities. The Land Use Patterns will promote and support alternate modes of transportation. Policy T-1.2: Multi -modal Streets. The street corridors will provide for safe and convenient use of all modes of travel, including motor vehicles, transit, bicycles, and pedestrians. PrincipleT-4: Bicycling will serve as a viable alternative to automobile use for all trip purposes. Policy T-4.1: Bicycle Facilities. This development will have a bicycle/pedestrian trail system that connects to the neighborhood commercial center and other residential neighborhoods. Policy T-4.2: System Design. This development will provide an off street trail system along the Foothills Basin as identified by the City of Fort Collins Parks and Recreation Policy Plan. This trail system will connect to the existing Cache La Poudre trail system. The internal street system of the development will provide for on street bicycle lanes on appropriate roads. Principle T-5: The City will acknowledge pedestrian travel as a viable transportation mode and elevate it in importance to be in balance with all other modes. Direct pedestrian connections will be provided and encouraged from place of residence to transit, schools, activity centers, work and public facilities. Policy T-5.1: Land Use. This development will provide a mix of residential styles and activities that will promote pedestrian mobility throughout the neighborhood and community. Policy T-5.2: Connections. Pedestrian connections will be clearly visible throughout this development. Principle T-6: Street crossings will be developed to be safe, comfortable, and attractive. Policy T-6.1: Street Crossings. Street crossings will be designed to be pedestrian and bicycle friendly to the extent feasible. Policy T-6.2: Intersection Improvements. Bump -out curbing will be provided at intersections where appropriate to calm traffic and provide for the safety of pedestrians crossing at intersections. Principle T-9: Each addition to the street system will be designed with consideration to the visual character and the experience of the citizens who will use the street system and the adjacent property. Together, the layout of the street network and the streets themselves will contribute to the character, form and scale of the city. Policy CAD1.2: Street Layout. The new street network of this development will provide an integrated extension of the community. The street system has been located to consider the physical features and to create views and prominent locations for the proposed landmarks such as existing trees, parks, and other prominent uses. June 20, 2001 Troy Jones, City Planner The City of Fort Collins Current Planning Department 281 North College Avenue Fort Collins, CO 80524 RE: The Willow At Rigden Farm Project Development Plan (PDP) — 6m Filing Statement of Planning Objectives Dear Troy: Proiect Development Plan Slayt Construction is requesting approval of this proposed Project Development Plan. This PDP is part of the l' Filing of the Rigden Farm Overall Development Plan approved April, 1999. Ridgen Farm is located Southeast of the intersection of Drake and Timberline Roads. This proposed PDP is described as Tract D consisting of 16.045 acres. The Zoning District in the PDP boundary is Low Density Mixed Use Neighborhood District (L-M-N). The L-M-N District as part of this PDP submittal has site -specific design and engineering established. Tract D is bounded on the east by Rigden Parkway; on the north by Custer Drive; on the northwest by Tract C; on the west by a church property (not part of this ODP); and on the south by the Foothills Basin. This residential development will be connected through an existing neighborhood open space that serves as a pedestrian/bicycle corridor. This PDP addresses only a small portion of the overall open space corridor and pedestrian/bicycle trail system. This open space and trail system connects this proposed development to the proposed Foothills Basin trail system and to the Cache La Poudre Trail. The propose land uses for this PDP are to include: - Detached Single Family; Attached Single Family; and Multi -Family Residential Lots. Site Access will be from Timberline Road on the West boundary and Drake Road on the north. Primary access into the site will be from Timberline Road onto Custer Drive, a Collector Street. Secondary access will be from Drake Road on the north onto Rigden Parkway which traverses the area from the north and curves east to provide access from Zielger Road, an extension of Drake Road south. Appropriate City Plan Principles and Policies achieved by this PDP: Principle LU-2: The City will maintain and enhance its character and sense of place as defined by its neighborhoods, districts, corridors, and edges. Policy LU-2.1: City Wide Structure. This development meets the intent of the City Structure Plan of having neighborhoods, districts, corridors, and edges which create identifiable places, achieves a compact urban form, and is well served by all modes of transportation.