HomeMy WebLinkAboutRIGDEN FARM, PHASE 1 - PDP - 56-98C - SUBMITTAL DOCUMENTS - ROUND 1 - PLANNING OBJECTIVESneighborhood continuity and connectivity. The planned sidewalks and the proposed bicycle trail
encourages pedestrian and alterative modes of travel and thus fostering non -vehicular access.
This P.D.P. has identified a proposed future Transit Stop at the Neighborhood Community
Center.
Written narrative addressing each concern/issue raised at the neighborhood meetings:
(See Attachment I)
Name of the project as well as any previous names the project may have been known by:
• Rigden Farm
• 80 acre parcel was submitted for Rezoning as Rigden Farm - Spring Creek Farms
• 228 acre parcel was submitted for Establishing Zoning as Rigden Farm - CSU
• Poudre Ridge, at Concept Technical Review
A narrative description of how conflicts between land uses are being avoided or mitigated:
To the extend 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.
Conceptual Review Letter and explanation of how issues have been addressed
(See Attachment II)
Legal Description:
(See Attachment III)
Name and address of each owner of Property in the ODP area:
(See Attachment IV)
Development Phasing Schedule
The first phase of this development will begin in October, 1999.
(See Attachment V)
Thank you for your consideration and we look forward to working with you throughout the
development review process.
Sincerely,
JIM SELL DESIGN, Inc.
L. Vaughn Furness
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This P.D.P. is bound on the south by the Foothills Basin Channel. It is owned and maintained by
the City of Fort Collins. This project proposes a average 50' wide open space buffer the
boundary. The open space will be a naturalized habitat buffer to enhance a protect the Foothills
Basin. Within the open space buffer a trail will be constructed to serve the residents and
surrounding 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.
There will also be an off-street trail system through out the development connecting the proposed
Neighborhood Commercial Center, the Neighborhood Community Center, and the surrounding
Residential Neighborhoods, as identified in the O.D.P.
There will bd one neighborhood park constructed as part of this development. It will be apart of
the Neighborhood Community Center. At least 90% 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
the Development Team, Rigden Farm, L.L.C. and then will be dedicated to a Home Owners
Association for maintenance.
The Landscaping along the Collector Streets: Rigden Parkway and Custer Drive will be
constructed by the Development Team, Rigden Farm, L.L.C. and then will be dedicated to a
Home Owners Association for maintenance.
Estimate of number of employees for commercial and industrial uses:
(Not applicable with this Residential P.D.P.)
Description of rationale behind the assumptions and choices made by the applicant:
This P.D.P. is the First Filing of the Rigden Farm Overall Development Plan. It will include 121
Single Family Residential lots and 4 multi -family residential lots. It is being submitted as part of
a larger Subdivision Plat, which includes 8 Tract's of land, their adjacent roads, and two Collector
Roads into this site. The 8 Tract's will be submitted as separate P.D.P. Filings. The rationale for
development occurring this way is to include developing the roads: Colorado Drive, Kansas
Drive, and Minnesota Drive, during this first phase of construction.
The Collector Roads: Custer Drive and Rigden Parkway Right of Way are included in this P.D.P.
They will be fully constructed by the Developer with sidewalks and landscaping. The
maintenance will be by the Developer until a Home Owners Association (H.O.A.) is formed, at
which time the H.O.A. will own and maintain the Collector Streetscapes.
The Development Team is requesting `Alternative Compliance' for Solar Orientation. This is
because a majority of the single-family residential dwellings are on sloping ground facing
northeast. This P.D.P. has planned the roads and lots to follow the natural contours of the site
and thus preserving the topographic character of the site. Also the layout of this plan enhances
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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 CAD-1.2: Street Layout.
The new street network of this development will provide an integrated extension of the
community. The street system has been located considering the physical features, and to
create views and prominent locations for the proposed landmarks such as parks and other
prominent uses.
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 an average 50' natural habitat buffer along the Foothills Basin to
help 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, an, 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 an average 50' buffer along the boundaries of the Basin. This buffer will provide an
area for a pedestrian/bicycle trail corridor.
Proposed and Existing Open Space Buffering Landscaping Circulation Transition Areas Wetlands
and Natural Areas:
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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.
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 appropriate residential densities and will have mixed -use
commercial areas within walking distance from the higher densities. The Land Use Patterns
will promote and support alternative 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.
Principle T-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 the neighborhood
commercial center with the 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 land uses and activities that will promote pedestrian
mobility throughout.the neighborhoods 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 friendly to the extent feasible.
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The proposed land uses for this P.D.P. are to include:
• Single Family and Multi -Family Residential Lots.
• Multi -Family Residential Tract's (to be submitted as separate P.D.P.).
• A core Neighborhood Community Center which may include, but not be limited to: a Day Care
Center, a Deli, a Convenience Store, Community Indoor/Outdoor Meeting Facility, and some
Recreational Activities.
Access to the site will be from Timberline Road on the west and Drake Road on the north. The
primary access into this project will be from Timberline Road onto a Collector Street, Custer Drive.
It will intersect Timberline Road at the existing Custer Drive to the west. Secondary access will be
from off Drake Road to the north onto a Collector Street, Rigden Parkway. The proposed Rigden
Parkway will be at the current location of the Rigden Farm access road.
NOTE: THIS PROJECT DEVELOPMENT PLAN IS SUBMITTED SUBJECT TO THE
FOLLOWING EXPRESS CONDITION:
A portion of this parcel of land, which is owned by the Colorado State Board of Agriculture (the
"Board") for the use and benefit of Colorado State University (the "University"), was annexed to the
City of Fort Collins pursuant to Ordinance No. 93, 1988, known as the Rigden Farm Annexation (the
"Annexation Ordinance"). The Annexation Ordinance provides that the Annexation of this parcel
"shall in no sense be interpreted as:... [g]ranting any right to apply the provisions of any municipal
ordinance, and specifically any building code, zoning code or licensing ordinance, upon said
property, so long as title thereof shall remain in the State Board of Agriculture and the property
continues to be used for educational, research, extension and related support services". By
submission of the Project Development Plan, the Board and the University intend to establish a
Project Development Plan for the purposes of sale of the property to private parties for development.
Accordingly, neither submission nor approval of this Project Development Plan shall modify the
terms and conditions set forth in the Annexation Ordinance. The University and the Board reserve all
rights under the Annexation Ordinance, and so long as title to the property is vested in the Board and
the property continues to be used for educational, research, extension, and related support services,
no such Project Development Plan shall bind the University or the Board. Notwithstanding the
foregoing, the Project Development Plan and any subsequent development approvals granted by the
city under the Land Use Code with respect to the property shall bind all subsequent owners of the
property.
Appropriate City Plan Principles and Policies achieved by this P.D.P.:
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.
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February 24, 1999
Bob Blanchard, Director
Current Planning
City of Fort Collins
281 North College Avenue
Fort Collins CO 80524
RE; Rigden Farm
Project Development Plan .(PDP) — First Filing
Statement of Planning Objectives
Dear Bob:
Project Development Plan
The Development Team, Rigden Farm, LLC, is requesting approval of this proposed Project
Development Plan. It is the 1" P.D.P. Filing of the Rigden Farm Overall Development Plan, which
is currently in the City of Fort Collins review process. This proposed P.D.P. is for 46.74 acres.
Rigden Farm is located southeast of the intersection of Drake and Timberline Roads. The existing
zoning was approved by the Fort Collins City Council on January 5, 1999. The Zoning District in
the P.D.P. boundary is Low Density Mixed -Use Neighborhood District, L-M-N. The Subdivision
Plat being submitted as part of this P.D.P. is for 97.08 acres.
The existing site has been in agriculture research and production until recently. It was part of the
Spring Creek Farm and the Colorado State University's Rigden Farm Agriculture Research Facility.
A portion of the site is relatively flat above the `Valley Floor' and the other portion slopes to the
northeast towards the Cache La Poudre River Valley. The City of Fort Collins Foothills Drainage
Basin borders the southern boundary of the proposed P.D.P. site: This basin is owned by the City of
Fort Collins. The Stormwater Utilities and the Natural Resource Departments maintain this
naturalized drainage corridor. This proposed P.D.P. identifies an average 50' width natural habitat
buffer along the north side of the Foothills Basin. There are currently no identified wetlands on this
site.
The residential area will be connected through a proposed neighborhood open space that will serve as
a pedestrian/bicycle corridor. This P.D.P. addresses only a small portion of the overall open space
corridor and pedestrian/bicycle trail system. The majority of the open space corridor and
pedestrian/bicycle corridor will be submitted in future submittals. This open space and trail system
will link this proposed development to the proposed Foothills Basin trail system and to the Cache La
Poudre Trail.
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