HomeMy WebLinkAboutREA ANNEXATION AND ZONING - 64 93 A - CORRESPONDENCE - CITIZEN COMMUNICATIONGwen Bell
400 Greenvale Dr.
Ft. Collins, CO 80525
January 18, 1994
Planning and Zoning Board
P.O. Box 580
Ft. Collins, CO 80522
Dear Planning and Zoning Board:
I am writing in regard to the Zoning Options for the REA Annexation.
Because of the strategic location of this property near the College
and Harmony intersection, the board will be making a precedent setting
land use decision. Yes, this property is along a major arterial, but it is
also part of several neighborhoods and a gateway into our city from both
the south and the east. In the absence of a much needed south college
corridor plan (which was requested five years ago by residents) the boards
decision will set the standard for future development between Harmony and
Trilby Roads.
I would like the board to note that the PVREA site is currently an
example of one of the finest developments in the area. From a historic
perspective, PVREA worked extensively with their neighbors, Fairway
Estates, to build a project that is not only compatible with the
neighborhood, but a source of pride for the entire community. Of further
interest is that the PVREA project set a precedent which encouraged
other developments in the area to be responsible neighbors. As a result,
we have an established neighborhood where the businesses are compatible
with the residential neighborhoods.
My hope is that the P&Z Board will place the appropriate zoning and
restrictions on the property to ensure that the integrity of the area will
be maintained. Perhaps a Planned Business Zoning with use limited to
churches, offices, clinics, and medical offices so that the impacts to the
area would not be significantly higher than is currently experienced would
be appropriate. A PUD condition to assure public review would also be
necessary.
Thank -you for your attention in this matter. Your decision will
greatly influence the quality of life in our neighborhoods and influence
growth management decisions in one of the most important development
corridors in our city.
Sincerely, �.
Gwen Bell
226-5859
cc: City Council