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DRAKE Rh N v ITEM: A BIG A STORAGE PUD North Preliminary & Final NUMBER: 5 7=93/A Commu: Planning and Environmental Planning Department City of Fort Collins November ,12, 1993 MEMORANDUM TO: Planning and Zoning Board FM: Ted Shepard, Senior Planner RE: Changes to the Signage on A -Big -A Storage P.U.D. vices As described in the Staff Report, the subject property does not have frontage on a public street and, therefore, is not eligible for a free-standing sign. The applicant has petitioned the Zoning Board of Appeals for relief from this restriction. The Z.B.A. will consider this item on Friday, November 12, 1993, the same day as the P & Z Board worksession. The action of the Z.B.A. will be reported to the P & Z Board as it is made known. If the Z.B.A. grants the request, the issue for the P & Z Board is whether or not to place signage restrictions on this P.U.D. The Staff Report refers to a restriction that equals the signage allowed on Timberline Storage P.U.D. This includes the following: * sign must be ground -mounted, not a pole sign * sign must not exceed 60 square feet per face * sign must be mounted on a pedestal that matches the textured metal panels of the building The Planning Department recommends that this signage perscription be changed as follows: * sign must be ground -mounted sign, not a pole sign * signage allowance to be determined by the Sign Code * sign must be mounted on a pedestal that matches the textured metal panels of the building * no portion of the signage allowed outside the sign cabinet The effect of allowing the Sign Code to determine the amount of square footage is to respect the new allowances being contemplated in the Sign Audit that is being undertaken by the Zoning Administrator. In effect, this would allow the sign to be a maximum of 90 square feet per face, with a height restriction of 12 feet. The purpose of not allowing any portion of the sign outside the sign cabinet is to prohibit the use of a horizontal "arrow" as a design element that is wider than the actual sign cabinet. Staff is comfortable with this new approach. Although total allowance is greater than Timberline Storage, the South College Avenue Corridor is of different character with no residential neighborhoods in the area. 281 North College Avenue • P.O. Box 580 • Fort Collins, CO 80522-0580 • (303) 221-6750 A -Big -A Storage, Phase One, Final P.U.D., #57-93A November 15, 1993 P & Z Meeting Page 4 is restricted to a free-standing sign that approximates the signage allowed for Timberline Storage P.U.D. These restrictions are intended to maintain the integrity of the South College Avenue streetscape by allowing signage but minimizing clutter. If allowed by the Zoning Board of Appeals, the free-standing sign will be allowed to have a maximum signage allowance of 60 square feet per face. The sign must be based on a monument, not pole - mounted. The monument must be of a color or material that matches the textured metal panels on the east elevation of the storage building. 6. Transportation: The Transportation Department has reviewed the request and has found that the project is feasible from a traffic engineering standpoint. The number of trips generated by the proposed use does not occur during peak times and can be accommodated by the existing street system. RECOMMENDATION Staff finds that the request for mini -storage satisfies the All Development Chart and the Auto Related and Roadside Commercial Point Chart of the L.D.G.S. Staff, therefore, recommends approval of A -Big -A Storage Final P.U.D., 57-93A. A -Big -A Storage, Phase One, Final P.U.D., #57-93A November 15, 1993 P & Z Meeting Page 3 Related and Roadside Commercial Point Chart, and being in substantial conformance with the Preliminary P.U.D., the land use shown on the P.U.D. is considered appropriate at this location. 4. Neighborhood Compatibility: The parcel is located within a commercial retail district along South College Avenue. Because of the Burlington Northern railroad tracks on the west, and the Sherwood Ditch on the north, there are no connections to adjacent properties to the west and north. The proposed land use is not considered to be intrusive or disruptive to the surrounding properties. There is no affected residential neighborhood. Consequently, no neighborhood information meeting was held and the Final P.U.D. is considered compatible with the surrounding area. 5. Design: The Final P.U.D. is part of an overall Preliminary intended to be developed in three distinct phases. Phases One and Four are expected to be mini -storage units, Phase Two is expected to be an R.V. storage yard, and Phase Three, with its existing trees and slopes, is designated as permanent open space. Perimeter security fencing is minimized by using the outside wall of the storage structures as part of the security system. All chain link fencing is to be vinyl -clad. The east elevation of the Phase One storage building will be steel panels coated with a crushed stone for a masonry appearance. There will be no residential unit associated with the mini -storage operation. The office at the entry will control the access to the units. Landscaping is designed to treat the eastern elevation of the storage facility. Trees are planted on the west to help buffer the view from the Spring Creek bike trail. Free-standing signage is not allowed since there is no direct lot frontage along a public street. The applicant has petitioned the Zoning Board of Appeals for relief from this requirement of the Sign Code. The public hearing with the Z.B.A. is scheduled for Friday, November 12, 1993. If the Z.B.A. denies the request, the applicant is restricted to wall signage only. If the Z.B.A. grants the request, the applicant A -Big -A Storage, November 15, 1993 Page 2 COMMENTS: 1. Background• Phase One, Final P.U.D., #57-93A P & Z Meeting The surrounding zoning and land uses are as follows: N: H-B; Existing mini -storage (Johnson Drive Self -Storage) S: H-B; Existing retail service (Taylor Rental) E: H-B; Existing retail (Kelly -Moore Paint) W: I-P; Vacant (Centre for Advanced Technology O.D.P.) This parcel is part of Lot 3, Bankcenter Square, First Filing, approved in 1971. The Preliminary P.U.D. was approved on October 25, 1993. There were two conditions of approval that apply to future phases of the P.U.D. No previous development activity has occurred on this portion of Bankcenter Square. 2. Context Within the Surrounding Area• This vacant parcel represents the last developable area within the Bankcenter Square Subdivision. It is the northernmost lot with the Sherwood Ditch and a steep hill separating the Johnson Self -Storage facility on.the north. With the Burlington Northern railroad tracks on the west, and Kelly Moore Paint on the east, the only access is from the south via a private access drive. Access from College Avenue is gained from Rutgers Avenue. This intersection is signalized and also serves as the northern access point for Montgomery Wards and University Plaza Shopping Center. For being in the middle of town, the property is relatively isolated with indirect access from College Avenue. Its obscure location does not lend itself to retail or office uses which require arterial visibility. Adjacent uses include a storage warehouse and a rental business with outside storage of large rental items. Ironically, the views to the west are stunning overlooking the broad expanse of the Spring Creek floodplain. 3. Land Use: The Final P.U.D. was reviewed by the Auto Related and Roadside Commercial Point Chart of the L.D.G.S. The project scores 58% which exceeds the minimum required score of 50%. Points were awarded for being located other than at the intersection of two arterial streets, being part of a planned center, taking primary access from a non -arterial street, and for being contiguous with existing urban development. Based on this performance on the Auto ITEM NO. 9 MEETING DATE 11, / j5_/_U STAFF Tiwd�Shapard PLANNING AND ZONING BOARD J STAFF REPORT PROJECT: A -Big -A Storage, Phase One, Final P.U.D.; #57-93A APPLICANT: Mr. and Mrs. James P. Watterson c/o Stewart and Associates 103 South Meldrum Street Fort Collins, CO 80521 OWNER: Mr. and Mrs. James P. Watterson 120 1/2 West Laurel Street Fort Collins, CO 80521 PROJECT DESCRIPTION: This is a request for Final P.U.D. for mini -storage units. The site is 1.99 acres in size. The location is on the west side of the 2100 block of South College Avenue, between Kelly Moore Paint and the Burlington Northern railroad tracks, and north of Taylor Rental. The property is zoned H-B, Highway Business. ION: Approval EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: The 1.99 acre parcel is the last vacant parcel of the Bankcenter Square Subdivision. The Final P.U.D. represents Phase One of three phases. The request is in substantial conformance with the Preliminary P.U.D. and satisfies the All Development Criteria and the Auto Related and Roadside Commercial Point Chart of the L.D.G.S. The use is compatible with the surrounding area and the traffic impacts are accommodated on the existing public and private street system. COMMUNITY PLANNING AND ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES 281 N. College Ave. P.O. Box 580 Fort Collins, CO 80522-0580 (303) 221-6750 PLANNING DEPARTMENT fTD�ftGE AUTO -RELATED AND ROADSIDE COMMERCIAL POINT CHART D For All Criteria Applicable Criteria Only Criterion Me Criterion Appwcabie cabil Yes No I u III IV CVCte the Correct score Muttlpller Points Earnea Ixll Max;mum Apollccale Points a. Not at Two Arterials X 1 00. 2 4 b. Part of Planned Center X IX 0 3 6 c. On Non -Arterial X 2 0 4 g d: Two Acres or More © X 2 g 3 Q 6 e. Mixed -Use IX, 2 0 3 6 f. Joint Parking X1 1 1 2 0 3 -- -- g. Energy Conservation 1 1 213146 2 Q 8 h. Contiguity I X 101 0 5 Lj 10 i. Historic Preservation X 1 1 2 0 2 — — i. 1 1 2 0 k. 1 1 2 0 I. 1 2 0 Totals 8 7 8 V V1 Percentage Earned of Maximum Applicable Points V/VI = VII S"8 % Vu Continued Yes No 4. DOES THE PROJECT EARN AT LEAST 50% OF THE MAXIMUM POINTS AS CALCULATED ON "POINT CHART D" ❑ FOR THE FOLLOWING CRITERIA? a. Is the activity located other than at the intersection of two arte- rial streets? b. Is the project contiguous to and functionally a part of an existing neighborhood or community/regional shopping center, office or industrial park? c. Is the primary access to the activity from a non -arterial street? d. Is the project on at least two acres of land? e. Does the project, contain two or more significant uses (for instance, retail, office, residential, hotel/motel and recreation)? f. Is there direct vehicular and pedestrian access between on -site parking areas and adjacent existing or future off -site parking -- areas which contain more than ten (10) spaces? g. Does the activity reduce non-renewable energy usage, through the application of alternative energy systems, use of existing build- ings, and through committed energy conservation measures beyond that normally required by City Code? h. Is the project located with at least 1/6th of its property boundary contiguous to existing urban development? i. If the site contains a building or place in which a historic event occurred, which has special public'value because of notable archi- tecture, or is of cultural significance, does the project fulfill the following criteria. i. Prevent creation of influences adverse to its preservation; ii. Assure that new structures and uses will be in keeping with the character of the building or place. Imitation of period styles should be avoided; and iii. Propose adaptive use of the building or place that will lead to its continuance, conservation, and improvement in an appropriate manner while respecting the integrity of the neighborhood. -20- ACTIVITY: AuTo- Related and ' Roadside Commercial DEFINITION° IN Those retail and wholesale commercial activities which are generally con- sidered and typically found along highways and arterial streets. Uses include: free standing department stores; auction rooms; automobile service stations,' repair facilities, car washes; boat, car, trailer, motorcycle showrooms, sales and repair; fuel and ice sales; greenhouses and nurseries; warehouses _and ,,,storage;_lepair or rental of any article; exterminating shops; drive-in''rest_au_rants; adult book stores; eating places with adult amusemei i or entertainment=, adult photo studios; adult theatres; any uses intended'to provide adult amusement or entertainment; and, other uses which are of the same general character. CRITERIA Each of the following applicable criteria must be answered "yes" and implemented within the develop- ment plan. Yes No NA 1. Does the project gain its primary ❑ vehicular access from a street other than South College Avenue? 2. Are all repair, painting and body work ❑ ❑ M activities, including storage of refuse LP and vehicular parts, planned to take place within an enclosed structure? 3. If the project contains any uses intended El El provide adult amusement or entertainment, does it meet the following requirements: a. Is the use established, operated or maintained no less than 500 feet from a residential neighborhood, church and/or school meeting all the requirements of the compulsory education laws of the State of Colorado? b. Is the use established, operated or maintained no less than 1,000 feet from another similar use? continued LL DEVELOPMENT: NUMBERED CRITERIA CHART ALL CRITERIA APPLICABLE CRITERIA ONLY TERION FGHBORHOOD Is the criterion applicable? Will the criterion be sausliec? if no, please explain e���.�' ,�°° Yes No COMPATABILITY ompatibilityorhood Character e Conflicts 4. Adverse Traffic Impact PLANS AND POLICIES, 5. Comprehensive Plan PUBLIC FACILITIES & SAFETY 6. Street Capacity 7. Utility Capacity 8. Design Standards /9. Emergency Access 10. Security Lighting 11. Water Hazards RESOURCE PROTECTION 12. Soils & Slope Hazard 43. Significant Vegetation 14. Wildlife Habitat 15. Historical Landmark 16. Mineral Deposit 17. Eco-Sensitive Areas d 18. Agricultural Lands ENVIRONMENTAL STANDARDS 19. Air Quality 20. Water Quality 21. Noise 22. Glare & Heat 23. Vibrations 24. Exterior Lighting 25, Sewages & Wastes SITE DESIGN 26. Community Organization 27. Site Organization 28. Natural Features 29, Energy Conservation 30. Shadows 31. Solar Access 32. Privacy 33. Open Space Arrangement 34. Building Height 35. Vehicular Movement 36. Vehicular Design 37. Parking 38. Active Recreational Areas 39. Private Outdoor Areas 40. Pedestrian Convenience 41. Pedestrian Conflicts 42. Landscaping/Open Areas 43. Landscaoing/Buildings 44. Landscaping/Screening 45. Public Access 46. Sions -12- 'I" ;Al 7:z lug eoucTFNCPeu c�pw x ResEcoeo wlv p?Y LpNp t�Ra55 I'ily. 0 l0 40 AG 60 ILA .A 44 A" WI04 sNALL IN, urce for s{ceays ?ucpoeae ONLY. 4o ytOFU4. p YAsb ROOWi 01At*'IALi WIN. bE ALLOWM Sr�W: "•,p' 9. No MU516LL DANo pexT¢c W11. 64 4"AW P IN ANY UNI#, 4. 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M Nat ve t `: • t:l �i6' i15.� (e tLNwI n` 140 �Lae111 I enE rV tMee Nxt�6 �St :pw lns lt wru )f W up3 M.99 Iyet elnn9 tN 1a [e,ur:yy r1 mp lift einl:ptn wX YVtZrll ZI5�I8 lift b tln went el 6p�nnynp!Ymui A 1.1 ww•mtleet uul. 9 City of Fort Collins ICommv Planning and Environmental Planning vepartment vices MEMORANDUM - TO: Planning and Zoning Board FM: Sherry Albertson -Clark, Chief Planner_z,, RE: Signage Condition on Timberline Storage PUD DT: April 26, 1993 Staff is proposing the following condition in lieu of the signage condition presented in the staff report of Timberline Storage PUD: The sign size be a maximum of 60 square feet (per face) and that the proposed sign be designed to be a monument sign with a base not to exceed 4' in height and that the base match the color and materials used on the manager's residence and be incorporated into the landscaping at the site's entrance. 281 North Colleee Aaenue • 11.0. 60x :;So • Fort Collins, CO 80522-05S0 • (303) 221-0750 �j