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HomeMy WebLinkAboutEAST RIDGE SECOND ANNEXATION & ZONING - 33-98E - SUBMITTAL DOCUMENTS - ROUND 1 - LUC REQUIREMENTSJuly 27, 2005 East Ridge Annexation No. 2 Page 4 EMROIECT FILESV.ANU\1894.3\dots\ANNEX\Sta =nt of Principles and Policies-Annez.doc July 27, 2005 East Ridge Annexation No. 2 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 proposed 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. The layout is a modified grid thereby providing a variety of pedestrian circulation opportunities. 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. The existing wetlands will incur some disturbance; however, these disturbances will be mitigated and buffered per City code. The undisturbed existing wetlands on the site will be protected and buffered, with an average buffer depth well in excess of the minimum code requirement. By orienting nearby housing to overlook the wetlands, the wetlands and associated wildlife habitat will become an amenity. The existing hawks nest will be protected with a minimum 450-foot temporary limit of development, per L.U.C. Section 3.4.1(N)(5), and the nest itself and the tree containing the nest will be protected also per L.U.C. Section 3.4.1(N)(5). Principle NOL-1: Preserve and protect natural areas 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, art, fishing, wildlife observation, hiking, and other activities. Policy NOL-1.2: Urban Development. This proposal will integrate the wetland into this development by providing an adequate buffer zone. This proposal provides additional open space around the wetland, and development of an enhanced natural environment by planting native species in these areas. Page 3 E:V'ROJECT FILES\LAND\1894.3\docs\ANNEX\Stmement of Principles and Policies-Annex.doc 6. July 27, 2005 East Ridge Annexation No. 2 The street corridors will provide for safe and convenient use of all modes of travel, including motor vehicles, transit, bicycles, and pedestrians. Principle T-2: Mass transit will be an integral part of the city's overall transportation system. Policy T-2.2: Transit Stops. Higher density areas will support the future transit stop proposed to be located as shown in the East Mulberry Corridor Plan at the intersection of Timberline Road with the collector road. Principle T4: Bicycling will serve as a viable alternative to automobile use for all trip purposes. Policy T4.1: Bicycle Facilities. This development will have on -street bicycle lanes that connect the neighborhood center with the residential neighborhoods and other Fort Collins communities. Policy T4.2: System Design. 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 and have been provided where necessary and appropriate. 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 as pedestrian friendly to the extent feasible. Policy T-6-2: Intersection Improvements. Corner sidewalk ramps will be provided at intersections where appropriate to 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 Page 2 E9PRDIECT HLES\LAND\1894.3\docs\ANNEX\Statement of Principles and Policies-Annex.doc July 27, 2005 East Ridge Annexation No. 2 EAST RIDGE ANNEXATION NO.2 Statement of City Plan Principles and Policies: The following was prepared for the original East Ridge Annexation and was approved at said time. This Annexation is immediately adjacent to the original annexation and comprises 0.48 acres and does compliment the original annexation as well as meet the components of the Comprehensive Plan and the following Principles and Policies therein: Principle LU-1: Growth within the city will promote a compact development pattern within a well defined boundary. This project will result in the annexation of a County enclave (now complete) and development of land more centrally located than land previously annexed and located further from the core of Fort Collins. As urban infrastructure is extended to the north, this site will become even more centrally located. Policy LU-1: Compact Urban Form. The established L-M-N Zoning District will encourage a compact urban form of mixed -uses that will be pedestrian and transit friendly. Proposed densities meet code requirements for the zoning district, as demonstrated in the table above. 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. 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 neighborhood center uses within walking distance from all residences within the project. The Land Use Patterns will promote and support alternative modes of transportation. Policy T-1.2: Multi -Modal Streets. Page 1 4 EAPROJECr FILES\LAND\1894.3\does\ANNEnStatemeni of Principles and Policies-Annex.duc