HomeMy WebLinkAboutRIGDEN FARM, PHASE 1 - PDP - 56-98C - SUBMITTAL DOCUMENTS - ROUND 1 - CORRESPONDENCE-CONCEPTUAL REVIEW (3)City Plan Principles and Policies. However, in matters of quasi-judicial
rezoning, the Planning and Zoning Board must consider the following:
a) Whether and the extent to which the proposed amendment is
compatible with existing and proposed uses surrounding the
subject land, and is the appropriate zone district for the land;
b) Whether and the extent to which the proposed amendment would
result in significantly adverse impacts on the natural environment,
including, but not limited to, water, air, noise, stormwater
management, wildlife, vegetation, wetlands and the natural
functioning of the environment;
c) whether and the extent to which the proposed amendment would
result in a logical and orderly development pattern.
Generally, the justifications do address these criteria, but I think it would
be helpful to break down each criteria and address how the requested
rezoning address each one. Of most concern, and where more work most
likely is needed, is to address letter "b".
There are some additional comments on site layout and design on the plans, and
I am expecting that there may be some on the plans which Eric Bracke is
reviewing.
Please do not hesitate to call me if you have any questions regarding these
comments.
Best regards,
Leanne A. Harter, AICP
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CommF 'ty Planning and Environmenta" rvices
Current Planning
City Fort Collins
September 11, 1998
Vaughn Furness
Jim Sell Design, Inc.
153 West Mountain Avenue
Fort Collins, Colorado 80524
Dear Vaughn:
Staff has reviewed the conceptual drawings submitted for the Rigden Farms
Proposal and would like to offer the following comments:
1. Additional buffer should be provided between the cul-de-sac adjoining
Lots 47-48 of Dakota Ridge. As shown, this street is essentially in their
back yards. In addition, this cul-de-sac should connect through across the
channel (with a bike/pedestrian path at the minimum.)
2. According to the street standards, the 24' alley can only be used with
single-family residential. Please discuss this issue with Dave Stringer as
to whether a variance could be submitted and approved.
3. The realignment of County Road 9 as shown on previous conceptual
drawings is preferred by the City. The latest conceptual drawing being
reviewed by Eric Bracke does not show this realignment, and staff feels
as if the road needs to be realigned to adequately serve the proposed
development.
4. The issue of the historic farm house and site was discussed by the
Landmark Preservation Commission on Wednesday, September 9, 1998.
At that meeting, the direction was given to staff to return in two (2) weeks
with additional information regarding the proposed alignment and
improvements to Drake and Timberline and impacts to the farm site. After
this meeting, additional comments may be forthcoming and we
recommend that staff and the applicants discuss,the matter.
5. Regarding the zoning justification that was prepared and submitted on
September 9, 1998, for preliminary review by the City of Fort Collins,
generally, the justifications are comprehensive and address all relevant
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