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HomeMy WebLinkAboutGOOD SAMARITAN VILLAGE - ODP - 27-96A - DECISION - MINUTES/NOTESPlanning and Zoning Boaro Meeting of April 2, 1998 Page 6 modification would neither be detrimental to the public good nor impair the intent and purpose of the Land Use Code and the modification will result in substantial benefit to the city. Motion passed unanimously. Motion by Chapman, second by Colton: To approve the request for modification requested by the developer as to compliance of block codes for designation of MMN usage with finding that the granting of the motion would neither be detrimental to the public good nor impair the intent and purpose of the Land Use Code and that the modification will result in substantial benefit to the city. Motion passed unanimously. Motion by Weitkunat, second by Chapman: To approve the Fort Collins Good Samaritan Village Overall Development Plan. Motion passed unanimously. Discussion included complimentary remarks to the Board as to the architectural design. There was concern expressed by Davidson regarding traffic and the weakness in the city plan regarding the P&Z Board addressing traffic issues at the ODP stage. Sally Craig expressed appreciation for the presentation which answered many questions. Karen Weitkunat felt the project is important as a prototype for the Ft. Collins senior population. Jerry Gavaldon felt the development had good conceptual design with buffering zones and voiced concern regarding the traffic situation. He questioned how the project fit into the overall master plan for traffic. LINCOLN JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL ANNEXATION AND ZONING. Five individuals voiced concerns over the requested annexation. This matter was continued in the Consent Agenda and the applicant and project planner are not available. Individuals present wish to place their comments on the record. Recommendation that if comments are made that raise a concern, Staff recommends continuing item to allow for presence of applicant and project planner. Planning and Zoning Board Meeting of April 2, 1998 Page 5 Staff reports that constraints over intersection improvements are private ownership of property to the north and south of Trilby Road and underground utilities. This development will not be responsible for improvements to the intersection of Trilby and College. Any improvement to this intersection will most likely fall to the city. Glen Colton expressed concern over the intersection. The traffic engineer explained to the Board that Trilby is considered a minor street and that the overall intersection operation is acceptable with delays being at peak times . Mr. Colton questioned the wisdom of additional traffic on an already deficient intersection and the policy of traffic regulations. Jerry Gavaldon agreed with the concern that the intersection will become an unbearable problem. Alex Chapman believed that if the determination is made that the project is a proper land use, the traffic issue must be addressed at either a Type I review or before the Board. Karen Weitkunat does not feel that Phase I of the project will create any significant additional traffic congestion at the intersection. Staff believed the minimum density of the development had been attained. Staff expressed that the recommended minimum requirement of 7 units per acre would be achieved if it were not for the greenbelt, walking trails and the park -like setting designed to minimize the impact of the existing neighborhood development. Regarding the block standards, Staff concedes that the civic block is 4.3% rather than the 10% standard suggested. Staff is of the opinion that the block standards have been met. Applicant considers that the civic space allocation is sufficient when considering all other planned open spaces. Staff reports that improvements on Constellation Drive will be at the expense of developer. The project includes new curb and gutter on the west side of Constellation. Staff informed the Board that the duplex units planned are Type I. Multi -family homes, Type I; the clinic, Type 11; the accessory use plans Type I; long-term care facility, Type II; civic use, Type I. Motion by Chapman, second by Davidson: To approve the modification to Section 4.5(D)(1)(a) as to maximum residential density of any phase in a multi phase development of seven units per net acre; applicant is proposing 5.7 units per acre. Motion included a finding that the Planning and Zoning Board Meeting of April 2, 1998 Page 4 Phase I of the development plan was presented with a request for two modifications: (1) the requirement for minimum residential density of seven units per acre and (2) modification of block standards. Phase I of the development plan will provide for 5.7 units per acre: construction of units, a therapy center, the conversion and expansion of the existing building for assisted and independent living arrangements. The engineer pointed out that although the modification is requested for Phase I as to the 7 units per acre required for MMN, the Overall Development Plan meets requirements for MMN zoning. The developer has incorporated into the residential and mixed use blocks, the commercial block typing, thereby meeting the intent of the Land Use Code. The planning staff recommends approval of the Overall Development Plan for the Good Samaritan Village with modifications as set forth. Public input: Drew Ludwick, a resident of Fossil Crest subdivision voiced his concern over (1) control of surface water runoff resulting from the increased paving of open areas; (2) blasting of shallow bedrock for construction of the development; and (3) inadequate transportation infrastructure at the intersection of Trilby and College. Patsy Park, a resident of an adjacent neighborhood, also voiced her concerns regarding the water drainage into her neighborhood and likely flooding of basements and the increased traffic problem. She made inquiry as to the demographics of the residents of the development, including disability constraints as it might relate to traffic. The Board is reminded that specific drainage issues will be addressed in detail at the PDP stage of development. Staff agree that there are issues regarding drainage into surrounding areas. They do not believe these issues are insurmountable. As to any potential blasting, there are city and state regulations to be followed including licensure and notification of emergency services and agencies prior to any blasting. Board discussion followed, centering around the traffic situation at the intersection of Trilby and College. A traffic flow study has been completed indicating that the development will generate a limited amount of traffic in comparison to residential developments. Planning and Zoning Boar. Meeting of April 2, 1998 Page 3 extensions of walkways, defined pedestrian areas and more crosswalks. Glen Colton expressed that he did not feel that the modifications made met the guidelines as set forth in the Land Use Code. Moved by Weitkunat, seconded by Craig: To approve the Pedersen Auto Plaza Project Developmental Plan 26-97. Motion passed with "no" votes being cast by Colton and Bell. Project: Fort Collins Good Samaritan Village - Overall Development Plan, #27-96A Project Description: Request for an Overall Development Plan on approximately 13.89 acres. The property is located at the northwest corner of W. Trilby Road and Constellation Drive and is zoned MMN, medium density mixed -use neighborhood. Staff Recommendation: Approval of the requested modifications of standards and approval of the Overall Development Plan. Hearing Testimony, Written Comments and Other Evidence: Mike Ludwig, City Planner gave the staff presentation. A presentation was made by the administrator of the existing Good Samaritan Village outlining the visions for the Village. The first phase is the proposed addition of 34 to 36 duplex units, targeting more active seniors. In the next five to seven years, the Village development would include 50 to 60 apartments with ancillary space and services available on site, converting the four floors of existing Tower to assisting living apartments. In seven to ten years, the goal will be to add a special care unit. The administrator, Sherri Friesen, explained the goal of Good Samaritan Village was to be a continuum of care, allowing senior citizens to age in place, advancing to levels of care within the campus itself. Ken Merritt, planning engineer for the project, explained the development for proposed Phase I which included the addition of the duplex units, expansion of parking, development of a therapy center and civic space. CITY OF FORT COLLINS PLANNING AND ZONING BOARD Meeting Minutes April 2, 1998 Gwen Bell, Chair Glen Colton, Vice Chair Council Liaison: Scott Mason Staff Liaison: Bob Blanchard The meeting was called to order at 6:30 p.m. by Chairperson Bell. Members present: Gwen Bell, Alex Chapman, Glen Colton, Sally Craig, Jerry Gavaldon, Karen Weitkunat and Bob Davidson. Staff Present: Blanchard, Eckman, Olt, Ludwig, Wamhoff, Stringer, Schlueter, Herzig, Waido Reavis, Vosburg, Barnes and Macklin. Agenda Review: Director of Current Planning Bob Blanchard reviewed the Consent and Discussion Agenda's: 1. Minutes of the April 14, April 28, May 12 (Continued), and May 19, 1997 Planning and Zoning Board Hearings. 2. Resolution PZ98-4 Easement Vacation. 3. Resolution PZ98-3 Easement Vacation. (Continued) 4. #6-96D Harmony Centre PUD, Pad 1 - Final 5. #12-98 Mountain View School - Annexation and Zoning 6. #13-98 Lincoln Jr. High School, First - Annexation and Zoning (Continued) 7. #13-98A Lincoln Jr. High School, Second - Annexation and Zoning (Continued) 8. #14-98 Tavelli Elementary School, First - Annexation and Zoning 9. #14-98A Tavelli Elementary School, Second - Annexation and Zoning Discussion: 10. #26-97 Pedersen Auto Plaza Subdivision - Project Development Plan 11. #9-95B Harmony Ridge PUD, Phase 1 - Final (Continued) 12. #27-96A Fort Collins Good Samaritan Village - Overall Development Plan. 13. #6-98 Schaulin Annexation & Zoning 14. #55-95N Recommendation to City Council on Proposed Spring 1998 Revisions to the Land Use Code.