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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCATHY FROMME NATURAL AREA, 1ST ANNEXATION & ZONING (SUBMITTED 01/11/2001) - 40-98 - DECISION - MINUTES/NOTESPlanning and Zoning Board Minutes April 5, 2001 Page 21 Council. He felt that we could live with the natural area enforcement that we currently have. The motion for denial was denied 5-2 with Members Craig and Colton voting for the motion. Member Bernth recommended approval of the eight aforementioned annexations with zoning of POL, Public Open Lands. Member Torgerson seconded the motion. Member Carpenter felt it made sense when the city owns the natural areas to have more control and have a better enforcement of regulations. Member Torgerson concurred and added that what was found in a study a year ago was that enclave annexations cost a lot now, but they cost a lot more in the future. The motion was approved 5-2 with Members Colton and Craig voting in the negative. Project: Referred Minor Amendment to the Rigden Farm Neighborhood Center Project Description: Minor Amendment application to change the Rigden Farm ODP, and the Rigden Farm, Filing One PDP. The request is to change some of the permitted uses and the configuration within the Rigden Farm Neighborhood Center. Recommendation: Approval Hearing Testimony, Written Comments and Other Evidence: Member Torgerson excused himself due to a conflict of interest on the project. Troy Jones, City Planner gave the staff presentation. The project is referred to the Planning and Zoning Board because there is known opposition by a neighbor. Planner Jones reviewed some site shots to illustrate the request. The request is to change the uses of the Neighborhood Center, which includes the Johnson House and the adjacent barn, which were approved as part of the Rigden Farm Filing One with specific uses. Planning and Zoning Board Minutes April 5, 2001 Page 20 Doug Moore, Natural Resources Department replied that as it was discussed at worksession, it was a desire for the Natural Resources Department to annex in as many of our properties that are eligible into the city limits as possible. It makes it easier for the rangers to operate under the circumstances, since they are operating under the city ordinances. For backup purposes, they know they will have city law enforcement officers rather than having to rely on the county. Member Craig asked if Coyote Ridge was attached to some county land. Mr. Moore replied that there were some joint purchases with Coyote Ridge with the County. He was not sure how they enforce with their rangers; they do manage their properties differently than ours. We don't have any intergovernmental agreements with the County and to his knowledge non -are planned. He stated that the city would like to keep the properties separated. Member Colton asked for clarification if Cathy Fomme 1st and 2nd are within the UGA. Planner Jones replied that all eight annexations are out of the current UGA. Member Craig wanted a continuance so the items could be addressed properly and Council could address the issues. Mr. Moore asked for a decision from the Board, and felt that Council Growth Management could send their recommendation along side the P & Z Board recommendation, for a decision by City Council. Member Craig moved to recommend denial of Cathy Fromme 1st, Cathy Fromme 2nd, Coyote Ridge 1st, 2nd, 3rd 4ch, 5ch and 6tt' Annexation and Zonings. Member Craig felt there were several issues that were not being addressed. She also had trouble with the flag pole annexation. She did not like natural areas being used to create enclaves. What does that send to county residents when it comes time on the ballot to ask for more money? She felt we were using county residents money to enclave them. The cost of the enclave is too high. Member Colton seconded the motion. Member Colton concurred with Member Craig. He felt that we do not fully understand the implications because there has not been a thorough analysis done. He felt it was needed to understand the implications of the enclave. He has not heard enough justification to approve this at this time without an analysis and further direction from Planning and Zoning Board Minutes April 5, 2001 Page 19 Projects: Cathy Fromme 1st Natural Area Annexation & Zoning, #40-98 Cathy Fromme 2"d Natural Area Annexation & Zoning, #40-98A Coyote Ridge 1st Annexation & Zoning, #43-98 Coyote Ridge 2"d Annexation & Zoning, #43-98A Coyote Ridge 3rd Annexation & Zoning, #43-98B Coyote Ridge 4th Annexation & Zoning, #43-98C Coyote Ridge 5th Annexation & Zoning, #43-98D Coyote Ridge 6th Annexation & Zoning, #43-98E Project Description: Request for Annexation & Zoning of 237 Acres (Cathy Fromme 1st (81) and 2"d (156) and Coyote Ridge 1,096.5 Acres (Coyote Ridge 1st (2 5) 2"d (181), 3rd (161), 4m (192), 5th (325) and 6th(235). The requested zoning is POL, Public Open Lands. Recommendation: Approval Hearing Testimony, Written Comments and Other Evidence: Troy Jones, City Planner gave the staff presentation. He stated that the Council Growth Management Committee would be hearing these annexation items on Monday, April 91h He asked the Board to keep in mind that whatever recommendation the Board should make; the Council will have an opportunity to be briefed by the Council Growth Management Committee also before making a decision. Planner Jones stated that the second reason this item was continued from March 15th was to discuss law enforcement issues within the natural area. He thought that all questions regarding that issues were answered at worksession. For the public's benefit, it was discussed that it would not be feasible for the rangers to be deputized. The Natural Resources Department does not want to go that route. CITIZEN INPUT None. Member Craig asked for the applicant to state again the justification, or why they want these natural areas annexed into the city. Chairperson Colton called the meeting to order at 6:35 p.m. Roll Call: Colton, Bernth, Craig, Gavaldon, Carpenter, Meyer and Torgerson. Staff Present: Shepard, Eckman, Grubb, Olt, McCallum, Moore, Jakson, Stringer, Jones, Wilder and Deines. Agenda Review: Chief Planner Ted Shepard reviewed the Consent and Discussion Agendas: Consent Agenda: 1. Minutes of the May 18, November 16 and December 7, 2000 Planning and Zoning Board Hearings. 2. #3-90H Westbrooke PUD, Second Filing - Final Discussion Agenda: 3. #4-01 Ridgewood Hills Rezoning 4. #1-01 Poudre Development Rezoning 5. #40-98 Cathy Fromme 13t Natural Area Annexation & Zoning 6. #40-98A Cathy Fromme 2"d Natural Area Annexation & Zoning 7. #43-98 Coyote Ridge 1st Annexation & Zoning 8. #43-98A Coyote Ridge 2"d Annexation & Zoning 9. #43-98B Coyote Ridge 3`d Annexation & Zoning 10. #43-98C Coyote Ridge 4th Annexation & Zoning 11. #43-98D Coyote Ridge 5th Annexation & Zoning 12. #43-98E Coyote Ridge 6th Annexation & Zoning 13. Referred Minor Amendment to the Rigden Farm Neighborhood Center. Member Craig pulled Item 2, Westbrooke PUD, Second Filing for discussion. Member Carpenter moved for approval of Consent Item 1, May 180' only. Member Bernth seconded the motion. The motion was approved 7-0.