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September 11, 2013
Seth Lorson
City of Fort Collins
281 N. College Ave.
Fort Collins, CO 80522
Re: 1201 Plum Street - Multifamily
Description of project: This is a request to construct a student oriented multifamily housing project located
at the southwest corner of the intersection of West Plum Street and Scott Avenue (Parcel #s 97151-67-001,
97151-04-047 & 97151-04-030). 79 units are proposed in 1, 2 and 3 bedroom configurations in 3-4 stories above
surface parking. The site is located in the Community Commercial (C-C) Zone District and TOD Overlay
District. Multifamily dwellings containing more than 50 units/75 bedrooms are subject to Planning & Zoning
Board (Type 2) review.
Please see the following summary of comment responses regarding the project request referenced above.
If you have any questions regarding the comment responses in RED please contact Stephanie Sigler 224-5828
If you have any questions regarding the comment responses in BLUE please contact Andy Reese at 568-5403
If you have any questions regarding the comment responses in GREEN please contact Justin Larson at 224-1191
Comment Summary:
Department: Zoning
Contact: Noah Beals, 970-416-2313, nbeals@fcgov.com
1. Land Use Code (LUC) 3.5.1(G) All Buildings and Structures over 40ft in height require a Shadow and
Visual analysis.
Response: Please see the attached images.
2. LUC 3.8.30(E)(3) Front and Sidecorner setback from a street right-of-way is none.
Response: Acknowledged
LUC 3.5.1(D)(3) Interior side and Rear setback is 5ft.
Response: Acknowledged
3. LUC 3.2.1 Landscape plan is required (see section for details).
LUC 3.2.2(J) Landscape setback for vehicle use areas from a nonarterial street ROW is 10', from an
arterial street ROW is 15' and from a lot line is 5'
Response: Acknowledged
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LUC 3.2.4 Lighting plan is required, should include photometric siteplan and catalog cut sheets (see
section for other details).
4. LUC 3.2.5 An enclosure is required that is sized to adequately for both trash and recycling. Such
enclosure shall be designed with walk-in access without having to open the main service gate and
located on a concrete pad at least 20ft from a public sidewalk.
Response: The trash enclosure has been added
5. LUC 3.2.2(C)(4) Bicycle parking is required at 1 space per bedroom with 60% of those covered and 40%
fixed.
LUC 3.2.2 All though no parking is required when an applicant is providing parking the standards for
parking do apply. Also at 148 parking spaces at least 5 of those are required to Accessibility spaces
located as close as possible to the primary entrance as possible.
Response: There are now 96 parking spaces provided, 3 of which are Accessible.
LUC 3.2.2(J) Vehicle Use areas along a nonarterial is 10ft.
Response: Acknowledged
6. LUC 3.5.1(I) All mechanical/utility equipment (vents, flues, meters, boxes, conduit, ac units...) locations
shall identified on the plans and include notes on how such equipment is screened/painted.
Response: Acknowledged
7. LUC 3.8.30(C) At least 90% of the dwelling units shall be located within one quarter mile of either a
neighborhood park or a privately own park that is at least 10,000 sq ft and also publicly accessed.
Please identify on the plans how this is being met.
Response: 90% of the dwellings are located within one-quarter mile of the intramural fields of CSU.
Department: Water-Wastewater Engineering
Contact: Roger Buffington, 970-221-6854, rbuffington@fcgov.com
1. Existing water mains and sanitary sewers in this area include a 20-inch water main and an 8-inch sewer in
Plum.
Thank you for the information.
2. There are ¾-inch water services extending to each of the four residential buildings on the site.
Thank you for the information. We intend to remove all of the existing water services and will be installing a new 3”
service.
3. The existing water/sewer services extending to the site must be used or abandoned at the main.
Acknowledged.
4. The water conservation standards for landscape and irrigation will apply. Information on these
requirements can be found at: http://www.fcgov.com/standards
Acknowledged.
5. Development fees and water rights will be due at building permit. Credit will be given for existing
established services based upon the account information.
Acknowledged.
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Department: Stormwater Engineering
Contact: Glen Schlueter, 970-224-6065, gschlueter@fcgov.com
1. It is important to document the existing impervious area since drainage requirements and fees are based
on new impervious area. An exhibit showing the existing and proposed impervious areas with a table
summarizing the areas is required prior to the time fees are calculated for each building permit.
Acknowledged.
2. A drainage and erosion control report and construction plans are required and they must be prepared by
a Professional Engineer registered in Colorado. The drainage report must address the four-step
process for selecting structural BMPs. Standard operating procedures (SOPs) for all onsite drainage
facilities need to be prepared by the drainage engineer and there is a final site inspection required when
the project is complete and the maintenance is handed over to an HOA or another maintenance
organization. The erosion control requirements are in the Fort Collins Stormwater Manual, Section 1.3.3,
Volume 3, Chapter 7 of the Fort Collins Amendments. If you need clarification concerning this section,
please contact the Erosion Control Inspector, Jesse Schlam at 224-6015 or jschlam@fcgov.com.
A report has been provided.
3. Onsite detention is required for the runoff volume difference between the 100 year developed inflow rate
and the 2 year historic release rate. This is the standard requirement, but since the existing outfall into
Plum already floods a home the release rate could be more restrictive.
Acknowledged.
4. Water quality treatment is also required as described in the Fort Collins Stormwater Manual, Volume 3 -
Best Management Practices (BMPs).
(http://www.fcgov.com/utilities/business/builders-and-developers/development-forms-guidelines-regulati
ons/stormwater-criteria) Extended detention is the usual method selected for water quality treatment;
however the use of any of the BMPs is encouraged.
Acknowledged. This project intends to use extended detention in a detention vault located on the northwest corner
of the building that will outfall to the storm drain that is being installed with The District. The project will also use
permeable pavers throughout the project site with an expectation that runoff will infiltrate the underlying soils.
Preliminary geotechnical investigations and hydraulic conductivity testing have indicated that the site is conducive
to this method.
5. The Stormwater Utility anticipates that City Council will be approving new Low Impact Development (LID)
requirements that will go into effect mid-March, 2013. Please contact Basil Hamdan at 224-6035 or
bhamdan@fcgov.com for more information. The present draft requires that 50% of the new impervious
area must be treated by an LID method and 25% of new parking lots must be pervious.
The permeable pavers proposed throughout the project will meet both of these requirements.
6. The existing drainage outfall for most of this site is to the south through the existing development. I don't
believe there are easements in place to allow additional water to drain that direction. If there is a change
in water quantity, quality, or character; an easement is required. Some of the runoff may enter Plum St.
which has a very limited capacity and there is some flooding that does occur. Therefore it is crucial that
this flooding potential not be increased by this project.
The majority of the site runoff will originate on the roof of the building itself. All of this runoff will be captured and
detained in the detention vault, and released in to the storm drain in Plum. Runoff that originates on the parking
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areas will be split, with approximately 1/3 of the site draining north, and the other 2/3 draining to the south. It
should be noted that the anticipated runoff to the south will actually be decreased through the use of the permeable
pavers and infiltration. These treatments will also improve the quality of the runoff. Particular attention has been
given to the grading along the southern property line to ensure that the character of the runoff will not be changed
as a result of this project.
7. The city wide Stormwater development fee (PIF) is $6,390.00/acre ($0.1467/sq.ft.) for new impervious
area over 350 sq.-ft., and there is a $1,045.00/acre ($0.024/sq.ft.) review fee. No fee is charged for
existing impervious area. These fees are to be paid at the time each building permit is issued.
Information on fees can be found on the City's web site at
http://www.fcgov.com/utilities/business/builders-and-developers/plant-investment-development-fees or
contact Jean Pakech at 221- 6375 for questions on fees. There is also an erosion control escrow
required before the Development Construction permit is issued. The amount of the escrow is
determined by the design engineer, and is based on the site disturbance area, cost of the measures, or
a minimum amount in accordance with the Fort Collins Stormwater Manual.
Acknowledged.
8. The design of this site must conform to the drainage basin design of the Old Town Master Drainage Plan
as well the Fort Collins Stormwater Manual.
Acknowledged.
Department: Historical Preservation
Contact: Josh Weinberg, 970-221-6206, jweinberg@fcgov.com
1. Per Municipal Code 14-72, the buildings at 1201 W Plum, 1205 W Plum, 809 Scott, and 813 Scott were
determined not individually eligible for Landmark designation. Thus, there is no further historic
preservation review for the demolition of the buildings.
Response: Acknowledged
Department: Fire Authority
Contact: Jim Lynxwiler, 970-416-2869, jlynxwiler@poudre-fire.org
1. PUBLIC-SAFETY RADIO AMPLIFICATION SYSTEM
New buildings greater than 50,000 square feet will require a fire department, emergency communication
system evaluation after the core/shell but prior to final build out. For the purposes of this section, fire
walls shall not be used to define separate buildings. Where adequate radio coverage cannot be
established within a building, public-safety radio amplification systems shall be designed and installed in
accordance with criteria established by the Poudre Fire Authority.
Poudre Fire Authority Bureau Admin Policy #07-01
Response: Acknowledged.
2. STRUCTURES THREE OR MORE STORIES IN HEIGHT
Required fire lanes shall be 30 foot wide minimum on at least one long side of the building. At least one
of the required access routes meeting this condition shall be located within a minimum of 15 feet and a
maximum of 30 feet from the building, and shall be positioned parallel to on entire side of the building.
2006 International Fire Code Appendix D
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Response: Discussions with the Fire Department concluded that the fire lane may be adjacent to the building.
3. ROOF ACCESS
New buildings four or more stories in height shall be provided with a stairway to the roof. Stairway access
to the roof shall be in accordance with IFC 1009.12. Such stairways shall be marked at street and floor
levels with a sign indicating that the stairway continues to the roof.
2006 International Fire Code 504.3
Response: Acknowledged.
4. RESIDENTIAL AUTOMATIC FIRE SPRINKLERS
An automatic sprinkler system installed in occupancies in accordance with Section 903.3 shall be
provided throughout all buildings with a Group R (Residential) fire area. Buildings exceeding four stories
in height shall have a full NFPA 13 automatic sprinkler system installed.
2006 International Fire Code 903.2.7
Response: Acknowledged this building shall have a full NFPA 13 automatic sprinkler system.
5. BALCONIES AND DECKS
Sprinkler protection shall be provided for exterior balconies, decks, and ground floor patios of dwelling
units where the building is of Type V construction.
2006 International Fire Code 903.3.1.2.1
Response: Acknowledged.
6. GROUP S-2 AUTOMATIC SPRINKLER SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout buildings classified as enclosed parking
garages (Group S-2 occupancy) in accordance with IBC 406.4 OR where located beneath other groups.
Exception: Enclosed parking garages located beneath Group R3 occupancies.
2006 International Fire Code 903.2.9 & 903.2.9.1
Response: Acknowledged.
7. FIRE STANDPIPE SYSTEM
Standpipe systems shall be provided in new buildings and structures in accordance with Section 905 or
the 2006 International Fire Code. Approved standpipe systems shall be installed throughout buildings
where the floor level of the highest story is located more than 30 feet above the lowest level of fire
department vehicle access, or where the floor level of the lowest story is located more than 30 feet
below the highest level of fire department vehicle access. The standpipe system shall be capable of
supplying at minimum of 100 psi to the top habitable floor. An approve fire pump may be required to
achieve this minimum pressure.
2006 International Fire Code Sections 905 and 913
Response: Acknowledged.
8. FDC
Fire Department Connections shall be installed in accordance with NFPA standards. Fire department
connections shall be located on the street side of buildings, fully visible and recognizable from the street
or nearest point of fire department vehicle access. The location of the FDC shall be approved by the fire
department.
2006 International Fire Code 912.2
Response: Acknowledged.
9. WATER SUPPLY
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Hydrant spacing and flow must meet minimum requirements based on type of occupancy.
Commercial requirements: Hydrants to provide 1,500 gpm at 20 psi residual pressure, spaced not further
than 300 feet to the building, on 600-foot centers thereafter.
2006 International Fire Code 508.1 and Appendix B
Response: Acknowledged.
10. KEY BOXES REQUIRED
Poudre Fire Authority requires at least one key box ("Knox Box") to be mounted in approved location(s)
on every new building equipped with a required fire sprinkler or fire alarm system. The top shall not be
higher than 6 feet above finished floor.
2006 International Fire Code 506.1 and Poudre Fire Authority Bureau Policy 88-20
Response: Acknowledged.
11. PREMISE IDENTIFICATION
New and existing buildings shall be plainly identified. Address numbers shall be visible from the street
fronting the property, plainly visible, and posted with a minimum of six-inch numerals on a contrasting
background.
2006 International Fire Code 505.1
Response: Acknowledged.
Department: Environmental Planning
Contact: Lindsay Ex, 970-224-6143, lex@fcgov.com
1. The applicant should make note of Article 3.2.1(C) that requires developments to submit plans that "...(4)
protects significant trees, natural systems, and habitat". Note that a significant tree is defined as a tree
having DBH (Diameter at Breast Height) of six inches or more. As several of the trees within this site
have a DBH of greater than six inches, a review of the trees shall be conducted with Tim Buchanan, City
Forester (221 6361) to determine the status of the existing trees and any mitigation requirements that
could result from the proposed development.
Please note that, as of March 1, 2013, a code change could affect this project in that cotton-bearing
cottonwood, female boxelder, Siberian elm, and Russian olive trees are now considered for tree
mitigation. Please contact the City Forester for more information regarding these new requirements.
Response: A mitigation plan has been included based on a site visit with Tim Buchanan on September 9, 2013.
2. With respect to landscaping and design, the City of Fort Collins Land Use Code, in Article 3.2.1 (E)(2)(3),
requires that you use native plants and grasses in your landscaping or re landscaping and reduce
bluegrass lawns as much as possible.
Response: Acknowledged
Department: Engineering Development Review
Contact: Tyler Siegmund, 970-221-6501, tsiegmund@fcgov.com
1. Larimer County Road Impact Fees and Street Oversizing Fees are due at the time of building permit.
Please contact Matt Baker at 224-6108 if you have any questions.
Acknowledged.
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2. The City's Transportation Development Review Fee (TDRF) is due at the time of submittal. For additional
information on these fees, please see: http://www.fcgov.com/engineering/dev-review.php
Acknowledged.
3. Any damaged curb, gutter and sidewalk existing prior to construction, as well as streets, sidewalks,
curbs and gutters, destroyed, damaged or removed due to construction of this project, shall be replaced
or restored to City of Fort Collins standards at the Developer's expense prior to the acceptance of
completed improvements and/or prior to the issuance of the first Certificate of Occupancy.
Acknowledged.
4. Please contact the City's Traffic Engineer, Joe Olson (224-6062) to schedule a scoping meeting and
determine if a traffic study is needed for this project. In addition, please contact Transportation Planning
for their requirements as well.
Acknowledged.
5. Any public improvements must be designed and built in accordance with the Larimer County Urban Area
Street Standards (LCUASS). They are available online at:
http://www.larimer.org/engineering/GMARdStds/UrbanSt.htm
Acknowledged.
6. This project is responsible for dedicating any right-of-way and easements that are necessary for this
project. Additional right of way dedication along W Plum St will be required as part of this project to
meet current road standards. Refer to LCUASS figure 7-4F for the current Collector Street Standard with
no on street parking.
6.5’ of additional right of way has been dedicated along the eastern half of the site, while 9.5’ of right of way will be
vacated with this project. The result will be a consistent 63’ right of way width.
7. The Campus West Community District Study of 2001 indicates Scott Ave continuing to the south as a road
connection to West Elizabeth. At this time, we do not support vacating Scott Ave public right-of-way.
Response: An email dated August 14th discusses the possibility of vacating Scott Ave. based on discussion at the
Transportation Meeting. (attached)
8. The developer is responsible for their local street portion costs along Scott Ave. It has not yet been
determined if design and construction of the developers local street portion or payment in lieu of the
improvements will be required.
Acknowledged.
9. Utility plans will be required and a Development Agreement will be recorded once the project is
finalized.
Acknowledged.
10. A Development Construction Permit (DCP) will need to be obtained prior to starting any work on the site.
Acknowledged.
Department: Electric Engineering
Contact: Rob Irish, 970-224-6167, rirish@fcgov.com
1. Light & Power currently has single-phase electric facilities feeding the existing buildings from the rear of
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the lots. Any relocation or modification to existing electric facilities will be at the owners expense.
Response: Acknowledged
2. The nearest 3-phase electric primary will have to come from the South end of Scott Ave. Light & Power
has plans to extend 3-phase in Scott Ave. North to Plum St. If Scott Ave. is vacated Light & Power will
need a utility easement dedicated from the South end of Scott Ave. North to Plum St.
Response: Acknowledged
3. A C-1 form and a one-line diagram will be required. A transformer location will need to be coordinated
within 10' of an all weather drive-over surface. This location cannot be under the building. Clearances of
8' in the front and 3' on the sides and rear will need to be maintained.
Response: Acknowledged
4. Electric Capacity Fee and Building Site charges will apply to this development. Credit will be given for
existing services.
Response: Acknowledged
Department: Advance Planning
Contact: Clark Mapes, 970-221-6225, cmapes@fcgov.com
1. The idea of a pedestrian spine in lieu of a street is an acceptable solution for Scott Street based on
extensive past examination of the situation. The spine needs a complete streetscape treatment to create
attractive and comfortable pedestrian frontage including the building, a row of trees, and a generous
walkway.
The tuck-under parking as shown in the proposal would create a negative impact on the pedestrian
spine. This element warrants significant further discussion using example images to explore whether or
not it is possible to design attractive architectural treatment of pedestrian frontage that comprises such
parking.
The idea of enhanced paving as shown on the proposal should be a much more generous pattern that
transforms the entire spine. For example, instead of the wavy pattern along the edge, a pattern of
enhanced pedestrian paving should span at least the entire ROW.
The ideas shown for a transition to the south look very positive in terms of facilitating a possible future
connection.
Response: Scott Ave. is proposed to be vacated. In its place, we propose a woonerf. Street trees, shrubs, benches, pavers, and
pedestrian lights have been added. At an internal meeting with City staff it was determined that this would be acceptable.
Current Planning
Contact: Seth Lorson, 970-224-6189, slorson@fcgov.com
1. From Kathleen Maddux (Streets): The Street Maintenance Program (SMP) is currently planning a surface
treatment on W. Plum Street during the 2014 construction season; concrete repairs are currently scheduled
to be installed in 2013. If any work in this road requires cutting the asphalt, permit fees may triple if the cut
is less than five (5) years after the surface treatment. Changes to the SMP schedule may occur.
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Response: Acknowledged
2. The proposed multi-family dwelling are subject to review and approval by the Planning and Zoning Board
(Type 2). Prior to submitting the application a neighborhood meeting is required.
Response: Acknowledged
3. The proposal is in the TOD overlay zone and has a parking structure and therefore is required to meet the
standards in 3.10.4.
Response: Acknowledged. Retail and other, has been added to 50% of the building face. Raised planters line the garage entrance.
4. The proposal is in the Community Commercial (CC) zone district and therefore is considered a secondary
use and shall demonstrate how it contributes to the overall mix of land uses within the surrounding area
(4.18(D)(2). Also, the proposal must comply with the development standards in 4.18(E).
Response: This project will provide public art, retail, pedestrian connectivity and outdoor gathering spaces. The building is oriented
towards Plum Street.
5. The proposal must meet the design standards in 3.5.2 "Residential Building Standards" and 3.8.30
"Multi-Family Dwelling Development Standards".
Response: This project is now a mixed-use building.
6. The proposal is in the Campus West Community Commercial District Planning Study Report. This study
was not officially adopted as a policy document but does provide some ideas for a future vision of the
area. Specifically, it speaks to Scott Street as being a through street, or as an alternative, a "walkway
spine" (see attached).
Response: Scott Ave. is proposed to be vacated. However it will be enhanced into a pedestrian spine and provide public access to
W. Elizabeth Street.
7. The proposal to vacate Scott Street must meet the requirements in the ROW vacation ordinance (attached)
but I do not see how it can meet the requirement that it "is no longer needed for any public purpose..."
since it has been identified as a walkway spine.
Response: At an engineering meeting prior to August 14th, it was determined that vacating Scott Ave. would be a possibility.
8. The former approval of this project, The Retreat, was cited as precedent for the current proposal, yet it did
not proposed to vacate the ROW. See notes from 9/20/11 site visit with City Staff and applicants:
1. Scott Avenue shall be retained as a Right-of-Way, but the City will not take-over maintenance. This will
be clarified in the project’s Development Agreement.
2. Scott Avenue will function as an emergency access easement as well as a pedestrian/bicycle access
from Plum Street to the properties to the south, preserving the potential for a future connection to Elizabeth.
This complies with the intent of the Campus West Report. The design of Scott Avenue will be similar to an
Old Town alley way in that it is visually pleasing to encourage pedestrian use.
3. Scott Avenue’s water detention may be accommodated in the Scott Ave ROW. The project shall
accommodate for all other site detention on the project site, outside of the public ROW.
4. Regarding grading, staff was supportive of a middle ground approach, i.e. trying to balance the grades
on either side of the site.
5. The City will not require the escrow of funds for the design/construction of Scott Avenue to a future
“ultimate” design. A design meeting the description in item #2 of this email will be considered to meet the
ultimate condition at this time.
Response: Please see comment above.
9. Staff is willing to work with the applicant to achieve a similar design with the ROW intact. See comments
from Advanced Planning.
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Response: Please see comment above.
10. The proposed development project is subject to a Type 2 (Planning and Zoning Board) review and public
hearing. The applicant for this development request is required to hold a neighborhood information
meeting prior to formal submittal of the proposal. Neighborhood meetings offer an informal way to get
feedback from your surrounding neighbors and discover any potential hiccups prior to the formal hearing.
Please contact me, at 221-6750, to assist you in setting a date, time, and location. I and possibly other
City staff, would be present to facilitate the meeting.
Response: Acknowledged
11. Please see the Development Review Guide at www.fcgov.com/drg. This online guide features a color
coded flowchart with comprehensive, easy to read information on each step in the process. This guide
includes links to just about every resource you need during development review.
Response: Acknowledged
12. This development proposal will be subject to all applicable standards of the Fort Collins Land Use Code
(LUC), including Article 3 General Development Standards. The entire LUC is available for your review on
the web at http://www.colocode.com/ftcollins/landuse/begin.htm.
Response: Acknowledged
13. If this proposal is unable to satisfy any of the requirements set forth in the LUC, a Modification of Standard
Request will need to be submitted with your formal development proposal. Please see Section 2.8.2 of
the LUC for more information on criteria to apply for a Modification of Standard.
Response: A modification for the rear yard setback is included.
14. Please see the Submittal Requirements and Checklist at:
http://www.fcgov.com/developmentreview/applications.php.
Response: Acknowledged
15. The request will be subject to the Development Review Fee Schedule that is available in the Community
Development and Neighborhood Services office. The fees are due at the time of submittal of the required
documents for the appropriate development review process by City staff and affected outside reviewing
agencies. Also, the required Transportation Development Review Fee must be paid at time of submittal.
Response: Acknowledged
16. When you are ready to submit your formal plans, please make an appointment with Community
Development and Neighborhood Services at (970)221-6750.
Response: Acknowledged
Pre-Submittal Meetings for Building Permits
Pre-Submittal meetings are offered 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
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pre-submittal meeting. Applicants should be prepared to present site plans, floor plans, and
elevations 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:
2009 International Building Code (IBC)
2009 International Residential Code (IRC)
2009 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC)
2009 International Mechanical Code (IMC)
2009 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC)
2009 International Plumbing Code (IPC) as amended by the State of Colorado
2011 National Electrical Code (NEC) as amended by the State of Colorado
Accessibility: State Law CRS 9-5 & ICC/ANSI A117.1-2003.
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: 2009 IRC Chapter 11 or 2009 IECC Chapter 4
2. Multi-family and Condominiums 3 stories max: 2009 IECC Chapter 4.
3. Commercial and Multi-family 4 stories and taller: 2009 IECC Chapter 5.
Fort Collins Green Code Amendments effective starting 1-1-2012. A copy of these requirements
can be obtained at the Building Office or contact the above phone number.
City of Fort Collins
Building Services
Plan Review
416-2341