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Home My WebLink AboutHOME2 SUITES AT HARMONY VILLAGE - PDP - PDP150031 - CORRESPONDENCE -Topic: General Comment Number: 1 Comment Originated: 01/05/2016 01/05/2016: Irrigation plans are required no later than at the time of building permit. The irrigation plans must comply with the provisions outlined in Section 3.2.1(J) of the Land Use Code. Direct questions concerning irrigation requirements to Eric Olson, at 221-6704 or eolson@fcgov.com Department: Water -Wastewater Engineering Contact: Shane Boyle, 970-221-6339, sboyleCfcgov.com Topic: General Comment Number: 6 Comment Originated: 01/06/2016 01/29/2016: Please see Utility Plans for additional minor comments. 01/06/2016: Please see Utility Plans for additional minor comments. Department: Zoning Contact: Noah Beals, 970-416-2313, nbeals@fcgov.com Topic: General Comment Number: 2 Comment Originated: 01/05/2016 02/03/2016: The trash enclosure needs to be of the material of the primary building, the stone veneer. Also the elevations need to show the walk-in entrance. 01/05/2016: Please show elevations of the trash/recycling enclosure. This should include the walk-in access as well as gates. Comment Number: 5 Comment Originated: 01/05/2016 02/03/2016: Please increase the depth the bike space pads. We have found that bikes are overhanging into the sidewalk with a the smaller depth. 01/05/2016: Where are the enclosed bicycle spaces? The site plan shows 12 fixed spaces but the table on the cover sheet states there are only 11. (The required number of spaces is one space per four units. Of this total, no less than 60% must be enclosed with the balance being in fixed outdoor racks. Comment Number: 6 Comment Originated: 01/05/2016 01/05/2016: Signs are not approved with the PDP or FP. Signs are reviewed and approved through separate sign permits. n Topic: Construction Drawings Comment Number: 11 Comment Originated: 01/04/2016 02/03/2016: This has not been completely corrected. 01/04/2016: Please correct the project name as marked. These do not match the rest of the plans. See redlines. Comment Number: 14 Comment Originated: 01/04/2016 02/03/2016: This has not been corrected. 01/04/2016: Please provide the Benchmark Statement in the EXACT format shown below. PROJECT DATUM: NAVD88 BENCHMARK # w/ DESCRIPTION ELEVATION: BENCHMARK # w/ DESCRIPTION ELEVATION: PLEASE NOTE: THIS PLAN SET IS USING NAVD88 FOR A VERTICAL DATUM. SURROUNDING DEVELOPMENTS HAVE USED NGVD29 UNADJUSTED FOR THEIR VERTICAL DATUMS. IF NGVD29 UNADJUSTED DATUM IS REQUIRED FOR ANY PURPOSE, THE FOLLOWING EQUATION SHOULD BE USED: NGVD29 UNADJUSTED = NAVD88 - X.XX6. Comment Number: 15 Comment Originated: 01/04/2016 02/03/2016: This has not been corrected. 01/04/2016: All benchmark statements must match on all sheets. Topic: Landscape Plans Comment Number: 2 Comment Originated: 01/04/2016 02/03/2016: There are line over text issues. See redlines. 01 /04/2016: There are line over text issues. See redlines. Topic: Lighting Plan Comment Number: 19 Comment Originated: 02/03/2016 02/03/2016: BEACON PLAN: The plan sheets must be 24"06". Comment Number: 20 02/03/2016: BEACON PLAN sheets. Topic: Site Plan Comment Number: 1 02/03/2016: No comments. 01/04/2016: No comments. Comment Originated: 02/03/2016 Please add a sheet title & sheet number to both Department: Water Conservation Contact: Eric Olson, 970-221-6704, eolson@fcgov.com Comment Originated: 01/04/2016 Comment Number: 1 Comment Originated: 12/28/2015 12/28/2015: Noted response to expect erosion control materials (Erosion Control Escrow Calc, Report and Plan) at time of FDP. 08/24/2015: The site disturbs more than 10,000 sq-ft, therefore Erosion and Sediment Control Materials need to be submitted for FDP. The erosion control requirements are in the Stormwater Design Criteria under the Amendments of Volume 3 Chapter 7 Section 1.3.3. Current Erosion Control Materials Submitted do not meet requirements. Please submit; Erosion Control Plan, Erosion Control Report, and an Escrow / Security Calculation. If you need clarification concerning the erosion control section, or if there are any questions please contact Jesse Schlam 970-218-2932 or email @ jschlam@fcgov.com Contact: Shane Boyle, 970-221-6339, sbovle@fcgov.com Topic: Construction Drawings Comment Number: 7 Comment Originated: 01/06/2016 01/29/2016: See redlines. 01/06/2016: Please check and label cross slopes on the northern access drive. It appears this area may be too flat to drain adequately as designed. Topic: Drainage Report Comment Number: 4 Comment Originated: 01/06/2016 01/29/2016: No calculations are included. Please download and use the standard Urban Drainage spreadsheets available on their website. 01/06/2016: Please include calculations for required volumes for proposed bio-retention areas based on the area that is draining to each. Comment Number: 9 Comment Originated: 01/06/2016 01/29/2016: The spreadsheet is included but is not completely filled out. Please complete the spreadsheet so that it works properly. 01/06/2016: Please add calculations to show the proposed bio-retention areas are in conformance with Colorado Revised Statute §37-92-602 (8). Spreadsheets are available upon request. Topic: General Comment Number: 10 Comment Originated: 01/06/2016 01/29/2016: Please see redlines for additional minor comments. 01/06/2016: Please see redlines for additional minor comments. Department: Technical Services Contact: Jeff County, 970-221-6588, 'county@fcgov.com Topic: Building Elevations Comment Number: 5 Comment Originated: 01/04/2016 02/03/2016: The text still looks fuzzy. 01/04/2016: Please clean up the fuzzy around the text. See redlines. Comment Number: 7 Comment Originated: 01/04/2016 02/03/2016: This has not been corrected. 01/04/2016: Please add a sheet title & sheet number to both sheets. See redlines. Il Comment Number: 6 Comment Originated: 01/08/2016 01/08/2016: The Poudre Fire Authority will need 100 psi of water pressure to the top floor for the fire sprinkler system. Be sure that the power needed for the water pump is included in the sizing calculation for the electrical transformer. Contact: Todd Vedder, 970-224-6152, tvedder@fcgov.com Topic: General Comment Number: 1 Comment Originated: 01/06/2016 01/06/2016: It is suggested to locate transformer closer to a drivable area. Right now drawings show transformer located right at 10' of drivable path. It is recommended to locate a little closer to avoid any possible future damage to landscaping. Ensure clearance requirements of 8 feet frontal and 3 feet side/rear of transformer is met. Comment Number: 2 Comment Originated: 01/06/2016 01/06/2016: New development and system modification charges may apply. A link to our online electric fee estimator is below. http://www.fcgov.com/utilities/business/builders-and-developers/plant-investmen t-development-fees/e lectric-developm ent-fee-estimator? id=3 Comment Number: 3 Comment Originated: 01/06/2016 01/06/2016: To provide proper transformer sizing, please provide a one line diagram and a Commercial Service Form (C-1) form to Light and Power Engineering. The C-1 form can be found at the link below: http://zeus.fegov.com/utils-procedures/files/EngWikiMikiPdfs/C/C-1 Form.pdf Comment Number: 4 Comment Originated: 01/06/2016: Please contact Todd Vedder with Light & Power Engineering Department if you have any questions at 970.224.6152. Please reference our Electric Construction, Policies Practices & Procedures to ensure requirements and policies are met. http://www.fcgov.com/utilities/business/builders-and-developers Comment Number: 5 Comment Originated: 01/06/2016: In order for final design to be completed and construction to begin the following will need to be submitted to Light & Power: Approved plat, site plan, utility plan, landscape plan, one -line diagram, C-1 form and AutoCAD drawings for the site plan and utility plan. Invoice must be paid 100% before construction. Department: PFA Contact: Jim Lynxwiler, 970-416-2869, ilynxwiler@poudre-fire.org Topic: General Comment Number: 4 01/03/2016: PARAPET WALL HEIGHT What is the wall height from roof to top of parapet? Department: Stormwater Engineering Contact: Jesse Schlam, 970-218-2932, ischiam@fcgov.com Topic: Erosion Control 01/06/2016 01/06/2016 Comment Originated: 01/03/2016 5 and be able to discuss code issues of occupancy, square footage and type of construction being proposed. Construction shall comply with the following adopted codes as amended: 2012 International Building Code (IBC) 2012 International Residential Code (IRC) 2012 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) 2012 International Mechanical Code (IMC) 2012 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC) 2012 International Plumbing Code (IPC) as amended by the State of Colorado 2014 National Electrical Code (NEC) as amended by the State of Colorado Fort Collins has amendments to most of the codes listed above. See the fcgov.com web page to view them. Accessibility: State Law CRS 9-5 & ICC/ANSI A117.1-2009. Snow Load Live Load: 30 PSF / Ground Snow Load 30 PSF. Frost Depth: 30 inches. Wind Load: 100- MPH 3 Second Gust Exposure B. Seismic Design: Category B. Climate Zone: Zone 5 Energy Code Use 1. Single Family; Duplex; Townhomes: 2012 IRC Chapter 11 or 2012 IECC. 2. Multi -family and Condominiums 3 stories max: 2012 IECC residential chapter. 3. Commercial and Multi -family 4 stories and taller: 2012 IECC commercial chapter. Home2 suites — project specific concerns: 1. Fire -sprinkler systems are required. A new code amendment effective in 2014 will require a full NFPA-13 sprinkler system and not allow a 13-R system. 2. Bedroom egress windows required below 4th floor for rooms not provided with 2 exits. 3. All windows above the 1st floor require minimum sill height of 24" 4. Building code and State statute CRS 9-5 requires project provide accessible units. 5. Upgraded insulation is required for buildings using electric heat or cooling. 6. Exterior walls and roof must meet a STC (sound resistance) rating of 40 min. if building located within 1000ft to train tracks. 7. Low -flow Watersense plumbing fixtures (toilet, faucets, shower heads) are required. 8. Special combustion safety requirements for natural draft gas appliances. 9. Low VOC interior finishes. 10. The south wall 5ft from property line must be 1-hour with 25% openings max. Department: Light And Power Contact: Ted Shepard, 970-221-6343, tshepard@fcgov.com Topic: General 4 Comment Number: 18 Comment Originated: 02/03/2016 02/03/2016: Staff's comment number 14 regarding needing further information on the Cube has not been addressed. It appears that the proposed beacon is an extraneous lighting device that is not integral to the architectural integrity of the building. As a result, as shown, the Cube violates Section 3.5.3(E)(9). Consequently, this feature must be modified so that it's more opaque, solid or deleted entirely. Comment Number: 19 Comment Originated: 02/03/2016 02/03/2016: The shadow analysis indicates that the property to the north, Texas Roadhouse, will be significantly impacted by shadowing at 3:00 p.m. during the 90-day timeframe between November 7th and February 7th. Staff is concerned that Texas Roadhouse may raise objections to this shadowing that may require the applicant to lower the profile of the building. As part of the second round submittal, Staff has received a letter of intent from Texas Roadhouse stating their willingness to enter into a negotiation regarding the granting of a temporary construction easement. During this negotiation period, staff advises the applicant pro -actively reach out to Texas Roadhouse to inform them of this shadowing so that at the time of written notice of the public hearing, last minute objections that may impact the project are not raised. Department: Forestry Contact: Tim Buchanan, 970-221-6361, tbuchanan@fcgov.com Topic: Landscape Plans Comment Number: 1 Comment Originated: 02/02/2016 02/02/2016: Contact the City Forester for an on -site meeting to review existing trees that will be removed and confirm mitigation. Department: Internal Services Contact: Russell Hovland, 970-416-2341, rhoviand@fcgov.com Topic: Building Insp Plan Review Comment Number: 1 Comment Originated: 01/05/2016 01 /05/2016: Building Permit Pre -Submittal Meeting: Pre -Submittal meetings are required to assist the designer/builder by assuring, early on in the design, that the new commercial or multi -family projects are on track to complying with all of the adopted City codes and Standards listed below. The proposed project should be in the early to mid -design stage for this meeting to be effective and is typically scheduled after the Current Planning conceptual review meeting. Applicants of new commercial or multi -family projects are advised to call 416-2341 to schedule a pre -submittal meeting. Applicants should be prepared to present site plans, floor plans, and elevations t top of the building for the sole purpose of attracting attention. in essence, the Cube is an advertising feature. The Cube has no structural or architectural integration with the building itself. The Harmony Corridor is the subject to the policies and regulations of the Harmony Corridor Plan which was adopted in the early 1990's. It is the southern gateway to our City and, as such, has the strictest urban design standards in the City. East Harmony Road in Fort Collins is specifically governed so that it does not become characterized as a typical highway strip that is found on the entrance into most cities. Our community has held Harmony Road to high standards for over 20 years and our goal is to continue to hold up these expectations and standards. As stated previously, my interpretation is that the Cube violates Section 3.5.3(E) (9) with regard to extraneous use of illumination on buildings as an attention -getting device. If the Cube feature is to continue to be a part of this P.D.P., then staff will proceed with either of the two options: 1. Recommendation of denial of the P.D.P., or 2. Recommendation of approval, with a condition that the Cube feature be removed. Comment Number: 15 Comment Originated: 02/03/2016 02/03/2016: On the Site Plan Cover Sheet under the parking data, please indicate that the maximum allowable parking is one space per room or 108 spaces. Comment Number: 16 Comment Originated: 02/03/2016 02/03/2016: On the architectural elevations, staff's first round comment number 9 regarding enhancing the various window treatments was not responded to. Staff remains concerned that overall, the lack of window details or differentiation among windows, contributes to excessive uniformity, especially along the north and south elevations. The first round comment recommended that the upper floor windows on the two sides be distinguished from the lower floor windows to break up the repetitive nature of the window pattern. Other techniques to mitigate excessive repetition are welcome. Comment Number: 17 Comment Originated: 02/03/2016 02/03/2016: In response to staff's comment number 10, a cornice has been provided. The comment response letter indicates that this cornice will be 4" high with a 4" recess across the vertical element along the east elevation. But the architectural elevation detail also indicates a cornice along the two side elevations measuring 4" height with a 2" recess. Please be sure that the plans clearly indicate the cornice treatment per elevation. 2 Fort Collins Community Development and Neighborhood Services 281 North College Avenue PO Box 580 Fort Collins, CO 80522 970.221.6750 970.224.6134 - fax lcgov. corn/de velopmentreview February 5, 2016 Ken Merritt JR ENGINEERING ON BEHALF OF EAST AVENUE DEVELOPMENT LLC 2900 SOUTH COLLEGE AVENUE Fort Collins, CO 80525 RE: Home2 Suites at Harmony Village, PDP150031, Round Number 2 Please see the following summary of comments from City staff and outside reviewing agencies for your submittal of the above referenced project. If you have questions about any comments, you may contact the individual commenter or direct your questions through the Project Planner, Ted Shepard, at 970-221-6343ortshepard@fcgov.com. Comment Summary: Department: Planning Services Contact: Ted Shepard, 970-221-6343, tshepard@fcgov.com Topic: General Comment Number: 9 Comment Originated: 01/06/2016 01/06/2016: (Carried Over) Has any consideration been given to adding various window details? As shown, the windows contribute to the flatness of the building and lack depth. Please consider adding trim and detail, sills, lintels, etc. to the windows to help break up the uniform surfaces. Perhaps the top floor windows could be enhanced with a slight arch that introduces a new geometric form. Perhaps the upper level windows can be further recessed allowing for an upper story overhang. Comment Number: 14 Comment Originated: 01/06/2016 01/06/2016: (Carried Over) More information is needed regarding the Cube or the Beacon. Without more detail, it appears that this feature violates the prohibition on building illumination per Section 3.5.3(E)(9). If found to be allowed, please provide information about the extent of the illumination such as the light source, watts, lumens, Kelvin temperature, etc. Staff may need a sample of the Laminated Frosted Glazing to assess its opacity. Staff has received an image of an existing facility that features the illuminated cube. Based on the images, the Cube is illuminated and glowing on all four sides. I'm still very concerned that the Cube is an illumination device placed on 1