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September 16, 2016
Scott Ranweiler
Brinkman Partners
3528 Precision Drive, Ste100
Fort Collins, CO 80528
RE: 3425 South Shields, PDP160026, Round Number 1
Please see the following summary of comments from City staff and outside reviewing agencies for
your submittal of the above referenced project. If you have questions about any comments, you
may contact the individual commenter or direct your questions through the Project Planner, Ted
Shepard, at 970-221-6343 or tshepard@fcgov.com.
Comment Summary:
Department: Engineering Development Review
Contact: Marc Ragasa, 970.221.6603, mragasa@fcgov.com
Topic: General
Comment Number: 1 Comment Originated: 09/14/2016
09/14/2016: It appears that the three buildings touch the edges of the building envelopes. I'm not
sure if the building footprint accounts for foundation walls or roof overhangs, but these also need to
remain within the building envelope. Please adjust the plat to include these areas.
RESPONSE: The plat has been revised for the correct building locations.
Comment Number: 2 Comment Originated: 09/14/2016
09/14/2016: A 6' Detached sidewalk will be needed along South Shields Street. If a sidewalk can't
be put in within the public right of way to avoid trees, they can be routed behind the trees. Please
adjust the plat to have these sidewalks within access easements.
RESPONSE: The walk has been moved to the right of way line and a new tree lawn will be planted.
Moving the walk west of the trees is not a desirable location for the adjacent building.
Comment Number: 3 Comment Originated: 09/14/2016
09/14/2016: Based on a site visit, it appears that the southern tree along the property frontage is
half dead. Please work with Forestry to see if this tree can also be removed. This will help with
providing a detached sidewalk along Shields Street.
RESPONSE: The tree is now shown to be removed.
Department: Environmental Planning
Contact: Stephanie Blochowiak, 970-416-4290, sblochowiak@fcgov.com
Topic: General
Comment Number: 1 Comment Originated: 09/09/2016
09/09/2016: The City of Fort Collins Land Use Code requires that to the extent reasonably feasible,
all plans be designed to incorporate water conservation materials and techniques [3.2.1E(3)]. This
includes use of low- water-use plants and grasses in landscaping or re-landscaping and reducing
bluegrass lawns as much as possible. Native plants and wildlife-friendly (ex: pollinators; songbirds)
landscaping and maintenance are highly encouraged; plantings should include appropriate native
vegetation, species diversity and variety in vertical structure.
RESPONSE: Acknowledged.
a. Suggest change from Ribes alpinum (Alpine currant) to: Ribes aureum (Golden currant) and/or
Ribes cereum (Wax currant) that are more adapted to City of Fort Collins elevation(s).
RESPONSE: Species have been changed.
b. Suggest change from Euonymus alatus compactus (Dwarf burning bush) to a native shrub
perhaps: Prunus americana (American plum), Threeleaf sumac (Rhus trilobata), Rosa woodsii
(Woods rose) and/or Amelanchier alnifolia (Saskatoon serviceberry).
RESPONSE: We have changed the plant species.
Several resources are available to aid in native plant choices. For example, the Fort Collins Native
Plants document available online and published by the City of Fort Collins Natural Areas
Department for guidance on appropriate native plants for our CO Foothills ecotype; the link is:
http://www.fcgov.com/naturalareas/pdf/nativeplants2013.pdf.
Additionally the Colorado Native Plant Society suggestions for the Front Range of Colorado:
https://conps.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/Suggested-Native-Plants_0408.pdf
RESPONSE: Acknowledged.
Comment Number: 2 Comment Originated: 09/09/2016
09/09/2016: On General Landscape Notes: remove notes 17, 19, 20, and 21 as
there is no natural habitat buffer zone or enhancement area required for this site at
this time. Let’s discuss further during Staff Review meeting on 9/14/16.
RESPONSE: The notes have been removed.
Comment Number: 3 Comment Originated: 09/09/2016
09/09/2016: Thank you for providing a photometric plan with this PDP submittal and luminaire
schedule. Environmental Planning Staff reiterate comment from Preliminary Design Review
regarding site lighting and decreasing the amount of blue lighting. On current plans the only
luminaire scheduled to have a corrected color temperate of 3000K or less are the FF luminaires,
with the AA, BB, CC, DD and GG luminaires scheduled at 5000K.
RESPONSE: Fixtures have been changed to be scheduled at 3000k or less.
Staff highly suggest selecting 3000K or less luminaires for all light fixtures due to City resident
complaints of both brightness and color of LED lighting in particular. Additionally, selecting 3000K or
less luminaires aligns with recommendations from both The American Medical Association (AMA)
and International Dark-Sky Association (IDA). Blue light brightens the night sky and creates more
glare than any other color of light. Both LED and metal halide fixtures contain large amounts of blue
light in their spectrum, and exposure to blue light at night has been shown to harm human health
and endanger wildlife, in part through influence on circadian (biological) rhythms including sleep
patterns. Therefore, use of warmer color temperature (warm white, 3000K or less) for light fixtures
is preferred in addition to fixtures with dimming capabilities. For further information regarding health
effects please see: http://darksky.org/ama-report-affirms-human-health-impacts-from-leds/
Please see additional comments from Current Planning on site lighting.
RESPONSE: Fixtures have been changed to be scheduled at 3000k or less.
Comment Number: 4 Comment Originated: 09/09/2016
09/09/2016: The site is not currently within a 10-minute walk of any parks or natural areas, which is
a priority of the Nature in the City Strategic Plan. Also note LUC 3.8.30(C) requiring all development
projects be within 1,320 ft (1/4 mile) of either a neighborhood park, a privately owned park or a
central feature or gathering place that is located either within the project or within adjacent
development. Let’s discuss further during Staff Review meeting on 9/14/16.
RESPONSE: We will be providing a Modification request.
Comment Number: 5 Comment Originated: 09/09/2016
09/09/2016: Our city has an established identity as a forward-thinking community that cares about
the quality of life it offers its citizens now and into the future. Thus, the City of Fort Collins has many
sustainability programs and goals that may benefit this project. Of particular interest may be the:
1) Zero Waste Plan and the Waste Reduction and Recycling Assistance Program (WRAP):
fcgov.com/recycling/pdf/_20120404_WRAP_ProgramOverview.pdf, contact Caroline Mitchell at
970-221-6288 or cmtichell@fcgov.com
2) ClimateWise program: fcgov.com/climatewise/
3) Green Building Program: fcgov.com/enviro/green-building.php, contact Tony Raeker at 970-
416-4238 or traeker@fcgov.com
4) Solar Energy: www.fcgov.com/solar, contact Norm Weaver at 970-416-2312 or
nweaver@fcgov.com
5) Integrated Design Assistance Program: fcgov.com/idap, contact Gary Schroeder at 970-224-
6003 or gschroeder@fcgov.com
6) Nature in the City Strategic Plan: http://www.fcgov.com/natureinthecity/, contact Justin Scharton
at 970-221-6213 or jscharton@fcgov.com
Please consider City sustainability goals and ways this development can engage with these efforts.
Let me know if I can help connect you to these programs.
RESPONSE: Acknowledged.
Department: Forestry
Contact: Tim Buchanan, 970-221-6361, tbuchanan@fcgov.com
Topic: Landscape Plans
Comment Number: 1 Comment Originated: 09/16/2016
09/16/2016: Add street trees in addition to the existing trees along Shields to meet the LUC street
tree standard 3.2.1 D 2 b. This standard is to provide canopy shade trees at 30-40 feet. To meet
this standard new tree should be placed in addition to the existing trees.
RESPONSE: The variance request was denied by Engineering so the walk is now detached. The
existing coffeetrees will need to be removed and new street trees are shown in the tree lawn.
Comment Number: 2 Comment Originated: 09/16/2016
09/16/2016: There appears to be a few things in the tree inventory that needs to be changed or
added:
1. Tree number 4 is a cottonwood.
RESPONSE: Changed.
2. Some of the trees listed in the table to retain or remove are different then what is stated in the
text by existing trees.
RESPONSE: This has been fixed.
3. Check for consistency in species identification. Tree number 5 is listed as a juniper in one place
and a Douglas fir in another. Also this tree is shown for retention in one place and removal in
another.
RESPONSE: Notes fixed.
4. Place X on trees to be removed to make it easier to see those on the plan.
RESPONSE: An X has been added.
5. Add a column to the Tree inventory table that is titled reason for removal and provide a brief
statement explaining the reason for removal for those trees.
RESPONSE: Added.
6. There may be a few trees on the south side of the project which were the last ones to be
inventoried that are not shown.
RESPONSE:
Comment Number: 3 Comment Originated: 09/16/2016
09/16/2016: Check percentage of species used and make quantity adjustments if needed that meet
the LUC 3.2.1 D 3 Minimum Species Diversity Standard. Limited species diversity is provided on
this submittal and could be addressed on the next submittal.
RESPONSE: Additional trees have been added to increase diversity.
Comment Number: 4 Comment Originated: 09/16/2016
09/16/2016: The two existing coffeetrees along Shields to retain appear to be near a storm drain
line. Is this line existing or proposed? These trees are a prominent element on the project and
should be retained. If it is a proposed line it appears there will be significant impact to the root
systems of these significant trees. If the line is proposed coordinated a utility location to
accommodate these trees by protecting an adequate portion of their root zones.
RESPONSE: The storm line is existing.
Comment Number: 5 Comment Originated: 09/16/2016
09/16/2016: Comments pertaining to additional trees and species selection:
1. Some parking lot peninsula areas should have canopy trees added wherever feasible.
RESPONSE: We have provided canopy trees where feasible. Some islands either have a water
meter pit or a fire hydrant so the trees will not fit due to separation requirements.
2. On the south perimeter landscape area can some additional Spring Snow Crabapples be
added?
RESPONSE: Additional trees have been added.
3. It appears in a couple of the wider landscape areas near buildings a smaller ornamental tree
might be added.
RESPONSE: Additional ornamental trees have been added.
4. Understory trees might be able to be used along the north boundary where Siberian elms have
been retained.
RESPONSE: Trees have been added.
5. Explore use of some smaller and narrower conifer trees in appropriate landscape areas where
space is somewhat limited. These could provide some valuable contrast to the dominate deciduous
material. Arnolds Sentinel Austrian Pine Iseli Fastigiate Spruce Columnar Norway spruce
RESPONSE: Additional trees have been added.
6. Evaluate increasing the number of species of trees used on the project and incorporate on final
plan.
RESPONSE: Acknowledged.
7. English Oak was damaged in recent freezes so the project might be able to provide a more
durable tree with another species of oak.
RESPONSE: English oak has been changed.
Department: Internal Services
Contact: Russell Hovland, 970-416-2341, rhovland@fcgov.com
Topic: Building Insp Plan Review
Comment Number: 1 Comment Originated: 09/15/2016
09/15/2016: Building Permit Pre-Submittal Meeting:
Pre-Submittal meetings are required 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 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.
RESPONSE: Acknowledged.
Construction shall comply with the following adopted codes as amended: 2012 International
Building Code (IBC)
2012 International Residential Code (IRC)
2012 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) 2012 International Mechanical Code (IMC)
2012 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC)
2012 International Plumbing Code (IPC) as amended by the State of Colorado 2014 National
Electrical Code (NEC) as amended by the State of Colorado
Fort Collins has amendments to most of the codes listed above. See the fcgov.com web page to
view them.
Accessibility: State Law CRS 9-5 & ICC/ANSI A117.1-2009. 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: 2012 IRC Chapter 11 or 2012 IECC.
2. Multi-family and Condominiums 3 stories max: 2012 IECC residential chapter.
3. Commercial and Multi-family 4 stories and taller: 2012 IECC commercial chapter.
3425 s shields – project specific concerns:
1. Fire-sprinkler systems are required. A new code amendment effective in 2014 will require a full
NFPA-13 sprinkler system and not allow a 13-R system.
2. Bedroom egress windows required below 4th floor for 1 exit buildings.
3. All windows above the 1st floor require minimum sill height of 24”
4. Building code and State statute CRS 9-5 requires project provide accessible units.
5. Upgraded insulation is required for buildings using electric heat or cooling.
6. Exterior walls and roof must meet a STC (sound resistance) rating of 40 min. if building located
within 1000ft to train tracks.
7. Low-flow Watersense plumbing fixtures (toilet, faucets, shower heads) are required.
8. Special combustion safety requirements for natural draft gas appliances.
City of Fort Collins
Building Services Plan Review
416-2341
Department: Light And Power
Contact: Tyler Siegmund, 970-416-2772, tsiegmund@fcgov.com
Topic: General
Comment Number: 1 Comment Originated: 09/13/2016
09/13/2016: Light & Power has existing single phase electric facilities running along the South edge
of the site and feeding an existing dwelling unit on the site. There are also 3phase electric facilities
running adjacent to the site along Shields St. Power for this site will most likely come from Shields
street.
RESPONSE: Acknowledged.
Comment Number: 2 Comment Originated: 09/13/2016
09/13/2016: Any relocation or modification to existing electric facilities will be at the expense of the
owner/developer. If Light & Power’s existing electric facilities are to remain within the limits of the
project they must be located within a utility easement.
RESPONSE: Acknowledged.
Comment Number: 3 Comment Originated: 09/13/2016
09/13/2016: Transformer locations will need to be coordinated with Light & Power. Transformers
must be placed within 10 ft of a drivable surface for installation and maintenance purposes. The
transformer must also have a front clearance of 10 ft and side/rear clearance of 3 ft minimum.
Please show proposed transformer locations on the utility and site plans.
RESPONSE: Transformer locations are shown on the site and utility plans.
Comment Number: 4 Comment Originated: 09/13/2016
09/13/2016: Light and Power will most likely need to extend primary lines into the site to feed
transformers for the buildings. 10ft minimum separation is needed between all water, sewer, storm
water, and gas main lines. Transformer locations are needed to determine the electric primary
route. Utility easements may need to be adjusted to accommodate separation requirements.
RESPONSE: Transformer locations are shown on the site and utility plans.
Comment Number: 5 Comment Originated: 09/13/2016
09/13/2016: A commercial service forms (C-1 form) and a one-line diagrams will need to be
submitted to Light & Power Engineering for review. Below is a link for the C-1 Form.
http://www.fcgov.com/utilities/business/builders-and-developers/development-forms-guidelines-
regulations
RESPONSE: Acknowledged.
Comment Number: 6 Comment Originated: 09/13/2016
09/13/2016: Secondary service feeds from the transformers to the buildings will be the responsibility
of the owner to install and maintain.
RESPONSE: Acknowledged.
Comment Number: 7 Comment Originated: 09/13/2016
09/13/2016: Electric capacity fees, development fees, building site charges and any system
modification charges necessary to feed the site will apply to this development. Please visit the
following website for an estimate of charges and fees:
http://www.fcgov.com/utilities/business/builders-and-developers/plant-investment-de velopment-
fees
RESPONSE: Acknowledged.
Comment Number: 8 Comment Originated: 09/13/2016
09/13/2016: Please contact Tyler Siegmund at Light & Power Engineering if you have any
questions at 970.416.2772. Please reference our policies, construction practices, development
charge processes, and use our fee estimator at http://www.fcgov.com/utilities/business/builders-
and-developers
RESPONSE: Acknowledged.
Department: PFA
Contact: Jim Lynxwiler, 970-416-2869, jlynxwiler@poudre-fire.org
Topic: General
Comment Number: 1 Comment Originated: 08/30/2016
08/30/2016: AERIAL FIRE APPARATUS ACCESS ROADS
The Fire Marshal has approved reduction of the 30' wide required fire lane width adjacent to
structures over 30' in height down to the proposed 26' wide EAE.
RESPONSE: Acknowledged.
Comment Number: 2 Comment Originated: 08/30/2016
08/30/2016: TURNING RADII
Minimum turning radii are established at 25' inside radius for 20' wide fire lanes. As proposed fire
lanes are wider than the 20' minimum and internal turning radii are shown at 10-15 feet on most
corners, an Autoturn Exhibit will be needed to show that fire apparatus can effectively navigate the
site. Code language provided below.
RESPONSE: An Exhibit has been sent to Jim for review separately.
IFC 503.2.4 and Local Amendments: The required turning radii of a fire apparatus access
road shall be a minimum of 25 feet inside and 50 feet outside
Comment Number: 3 Comment Originated: 08/30/2016
08/30/2016: FIRE LANE SIGNS
The limits of the fire lane shall be fully defined with signs or red curb. Fire lane signage or red curbing
locations should be indicated on future plan sets as per redlines provided. Code language provided
below.
RESPONSE: Fire lane signs have been added to the site and utility plans.
IFC D103.6: Where required by the fire code official, fire apparatus access roads shall be
marked with permanent NO PARKING - FIRE LANE signs complying with Figure D103.6.
Signs shall have a minimum dimension of 12 inches wide by 18 inches high and have red
letters on a white reflective background. Signs shall be posted on one or both sides of the
fire apparatus road as required by Section D103.6.1 or D103.6.2.
Comment Number: 4 Comment Originated: 09/06/2016
09/06/2016: ADDRESSING & WAYFINDING
A plan for addressing & wayfinding within the site shall be provided by time of FDP approval.
RESPONSE: Acknowledged.
Department: Planning Services
Contact: Ted Shepard, 970-221-6343, tshepard@fcgov.com
Topic: General
Comment Number: 1 Comment Originated: 09/13/2016
09/13/2016: To improve pedestrian connectivity to the south, please consider adding a 4.5 foot wide
attached walk to the west side of the 40-foot access easement. Sections 3.2.2(B)(C) place an
emphasis on linking sites with walkways that are continuous and safe to create a pedestrian-friendly
environment.
RESPONSE: We are currently showing a 4’ wide striped area for pedestrians.
Comment Number: 2 Comment Originated: 09/13/2016
09/13/2016: Further discussion is needed with regard to the response to PDR comment number
nine from Planning regarding compliance with Section 3.8.30(C). Since the site is greater than one-
quarter mile from both Rossborough Park and Rocky Mountain High School, a private park or an
on-site central feature or gathering space is required. For sites that are greater than two acres, this
private park must be no less than 10,000 square feet.
RESPONSE: We will need a Modification of Standard.
Comment Number: 3 Comment Originated: 09/13/2016
09/13/2016: The Planning Response Letter indicates approximately 6,000 square feet is available
for an on-site central feature or gathering place but there is no detail as to the location or the
specific amenities that would be provided. We need to see how close the project comes to meeting
the underlying intent of the standard given the size of the site (2.9 acres) and its context within the
surrounding area (infill redevelopment). Staff recommends that a combination of active and passive
amenities be considered and placed where feasible. Active uses could include any combination of
the following: tot lot, picnic facility (gazebo, pergola, picnic tables, grilling), dog walking station, etc.
Passive amenities may include irrigated turf, perennial flower beds, living walls (trellis structures
with climbing plants,) etc.
RESPONSE: We have shown an outdoor space north of Building B. This consists of a pergola /
shade structure with patio tables, bbq grills and a fire pit. The center island contains another shade
structure and a small dog park. These areas are approximately 2,000 sq. ft.
Comment Number: 4 Comment Originated: 09/13/2016
09/13/2016: As mentioned in the Planning Response Letter, a Modification of Standard may be
needed. Please note the criteria by which a Modification may be considered. Section 2.8.2(H)(1,
3,4) are the criteria for a Modification of Standard any one of which would act as a justification. For
the next submittal, if the standard cannot be met, please submit a request for a Modification that
specifically addresses one of these criteria.
RESPONSE: We will be requesting a Modification of Standard.
Comment Number: 5 Comment Originated: 09/13/2016
09/13/2016: Along the north property line: per 3.8.30(F), a 25 foot buffer yard is required along the
north and south property lines. Staff recommends that buffering along the north consist of a six foot
solid wood fence, with masonry columns (with capstones) at the property corners of all the abutting
lots. Behind the two garages, low shrubs that will not exceed six feet at maturing will not contribute
to buffering. Instead, please consider upright or columnar evergreens (i.e. Skyrocket or Woodward
Junipers or others) in order to achieve a height over six feet to complement the solid fence.
RESPONSE: We have added the fence to the site, landscape and utility plans and have shown a
fence detail on Sheet L2 of the landscape plan set.
Comment Number: 6 Comment Originated: 09/13/2016
09/13/2016: On the south property line, perhaps a case could be made that the owner has indicated
re-developing the site and the buffering may not have to be as comprehensive. In any event, a
Modification of Standard needs to be requested.
RESPONSE: We will provide a Modification. The building is 17.9’ from the property line.
Comment Number: 7 Comment Originated: 09/13/2016
09/13/2016: On the Landscape Plan, there appears to be a gap in the street trees along Shields.
Please fill in this gap with a street tree. Perhaps this tree can be up-sized as part of the tree
mitigation plan.
RESPONSE: As discussed, the sidewalks is now detached with a new tree lawn. We have added
street trees on the landscape plan.
Comment Number: 8 Comment Originated: 09/13/2016
09/13/2016: On the north side of Building C, there are two landscape islands that do not have shade
trees. Is there a compelling reason these islands do not have trees?
RESPONSE: We have added trees in the landscape islands, except for the eastern island which
contains a fire hydrant.
Comment Number: 9 Comment Originated: 09/13/2016
09/13/2016: On the Tree Mitigation Plan, in the Existing Tree Schedule, the column heading states
“Common Name” but only the Latin names are provided. While reading Latin names is only
moderately interesting to those who are not horticulturists, the common names are bit more user-
friendly to the average person.
RESPONSE: Common names have been added.
Comment Number: 10 Comment Originated: 09/13/2016
09/13/2016: On the Tree Mitigation Plan, tree number five is listed as not to be removed and yet there
is 1.5 inch caliper mitigation required. Please explain or reconcile.
RESPONSE: This has been fixed.
Comment Number: 11 Comment Originated: 09/13/2016
09/13/2016: On both the Site and Landscape Plans, be sure to note the location of the electrical
transformer. Please show how this is screened from view from Shields Street.
RESPONSE: The transformers are now shown on the plans.
Comment Number: 12 Comment Originated: 09/13/2016
09/13/2016: On the Architectural Elevations, please create a distinct entry feature per building. As
presently indicated, all three buildings include the identical entry design. Each building must have
its own unique entry to avoid repetition and comply with Section 3.8.30(F)(2).
RESPONSE: Building elevations have been changed to include a unique entry design for each
building. The roof forms have also been modified to incorporate a matching form.
Comment Number: 13 Comment Originated: 09/13/2016
09/13/2016: Please explore other opportunities to create distinctions among the three buildings to
comply with the aforementioned standard. As presently indicated, distinctions are subtle and seem
to consist of slight variations among repeated elements. Has the applicant considered a material
change that distinguishes one building from another?
RESPONSE: Building elevations have been changed to incorporate different color schemes and
material changes.
Comment Number: 14 Comment Originated: 09/13/2016
09/13/2016: On the Architectural Elevations sheet A-1, it appears that for Building A, the elevations
are mislabeled as the long side of the building faces east and west, not north and south as
indicated.
RESPONSE: Sheet A-1 has been correct
Comment Number: 15 Comment Originated: 09/13/2016
09/13/2016: On the architectural elevations, be sure to include the dimension to the top of the
primary roof line. The top of the primary roofline scales at 41 feet.
RESPONSE: Roof lines have been dimensioned.
Comment Number: 16 Comment Originated: 09/13/2016
09/13/2016: Since the three story component of the buildings exceed 40 feet, the Shadow Analysis,
per Section 3.5.1(G) is required. This analysis needs to address the December condition on the
solstice (December 21st or 22nd), and the November condition 45 days prior (November 7th or 8th)
and the February condition 45 days post (February 4th or 5th), and at the times of 9:00 a.m. and
3:00 p.m. We do not need to see any other months.
RESPONSE: Buildings are now under 40 feet in height. 3.5.1 does not apply.
Comment Number: 17 Comment Originated: 09/13/2016
09/13/2016: Even if the buildings do not exceed 40 feet in height, the analysis required in Section
3.2.3 must be demonstrated. This includes the analysis of the shadow cast by a hypothetical 25 foot
high wall located on the property line on the winter solstice at 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. We do not
need to see any other months.
RESPONSE: A shadow analysis has been included to meet the 3.2.3 standards.
Comment Number: 18 Comment Originated: 09/13/2016
09/13/2016: On the Lighting Plan, five of the six fixtures are specified to feature 5,000 Kelvin
temperature. This is far too harsh for a residential setting. All fixtures must not exceed 3,000 Kelvin
to lower the glare.
RESPONSE: Fixtures have been changed to be scheduled at 3000k or less.
Comment Number: 19 Comment Originated: 09/13/2016
09/13/2016: Given the surrounding residential development, all perimeter pole fixtures must be
equipped with the “House-Side Shields.”
RESPONSE: House-side shields will be added to these fixtures
Comment Number: 20 Comment Originated: 09/13/2016
09/13/2016: All fixtures must be shown to comply with the Department of Energy – Lighting Facts
for minimizing backlight, up-light and glare (B.U.G.). Please demonstrate how the proposed fixtures
achieve a rating of B=1, U=0 and U=1.
RESPONSE: Fixtures will comply with requirements.
Comment Number: 21 Comment Originated: 09/13/2016
09/13/2016: There are several pole fixtures placed directly in front of the buildings. Has the lighting
designer consider using building-mounted lighting instead? With these fixtures being so close to the
front of the buildings, they may also need House-Side Shields to minimize light intrusion into the
units.
RESPONSE: The pole fixtures will be removed and building mounted fixtures will be added.
Comment Number: 22 Comment Originated: 09/13/2016
09/13/2016: Please consider selecting fixtures that are equipped with dimming capability. It seems
that in a residential setting such as this, with interior parking lots, dimming the fixtures after a certain
time at night would create a more pleasing nighttime environment for both residents and neighbors
and save energy as well.
RESPONSE: Dimming capability is under consideration by the Developer.
Comment Number: 23 Comment Originated: 09/13/2016
09/13/2016: On the Luminaire Schedule, please add a “quantity” column for the number of fixtures.
RESPONSE: The Quantity column has been added to the Luminaire Schedule
Department: Stormwater Engineering
Contact: Dan Mogen, 970-224-6192, dmogen@fcgov.com
Topic: General
Comment Number: 2 Comment Originated: 09/14/2016
09/14/2016: Please provide calculations for the 2-year historic runoff to determine release rate.
Note that this site is actually in the Foothills Basin; same requirements apply to both Spring Creek
and Foothills Basins.
RESPONSE: The 2-year historic flow has been calculated. Detention calculation has been revised
to allow for this rate.
Comment Number: 3 Comment Originated: 09/14/2016
09/14/2016: 11 outfalls are seen into the proposed detention basin. Permanent stabilization is
needed for these outfalls (can be provided at final). It may be worth considering reducing the
number of proposed underdrain outfalls if the additional conveyance is not required.
RESPONSE: The design has been modified so that there are only 2 entry points into the pond (into
concrete pans).
Comment Number: 4 Comment Originated: 09/14/2016
09/14/2016: Please provide additional detail on the proposed under paver detention and how it will
function. .3 void ratio must be used in the volume calculation.
RESPONSE: The void ratio was used at 0.3. This is now more clearly noted.
Comment Number: 5 Comment Originated: 09/14/2016
09/14/2016: Please see redlines - report, utility and landscape plans.
RESPONSE: Acknowledged.
Contact: Jesse Schlam, 970-218-2932, jschlam@fcgov.com
Topic: Erosion Control
Comment Number: 1 Comment Originated: 09/12/2016
09/12/2016: The site disturbs more than 10,000 sq. ft., therefore Erosion and Sediment Control
Materials need to be submitted for FDP. The erosion control requirements are in the Stormwater
Design Criteria under the Amendments of Volume 3 Chapter 7 Section 1.3.3. Current Erosion
Control Materials Submitted do not meet requirements. Please submit; Erosion Control Plan,
Erosion Control Report, and an Escrow / Security Calculation. Also, based upon the area of
disturbance State permits for stormwater will be required since the site is over an acre. If you need
clarification concerning the erosion control section, or if there are any questions please contact
Jesse Schlam 970-218-2932 or email @ jschlam@fcgov.com
RESPONSE: Report will be prepared with final design.
Department: Technical Services
Contact: Jeff County, 970-221-6588, jcounty@fcgov.com
Topic: Building Elevations
Comment Number: 19 Comment Originated: 09/15/2016
09/15/2016: Please change the titles on all sheets to match the Subdivision Plat.
RESPONSE: The project has a new name – it is now called Copperleaf. The Plat and the PDP and
civil drawings all now have the same title.
Comment Number: 20 Comment Originated: 09/15/2016
09/15/2016: There are line over text issues. See redlines.
RESPONSE: Elevations have removed all redlines issues.
Topic: Construction Drawings
Comment Number: 23 Comment Originated: 09/15/2016
09/15/2016: Please change the titles on all sheets to match the Subdivision Plat.
RESPONSE: The name of the project has been updated.
Topic: Landscape Plans
Comment Number: 17 Comment Originated: 09/15/2016
09/15/2016: Please change the titles on all sheets to match the Subdivision Plat.
RESPONSE: The project has a new name – it is now called Copperleaf. The Plat and the PDP and
civil drawings all now have the same title.
Comment Number: 18 Comment Originated: 09/15/2016
09/15/2016: There are line over text issues. See redlines.
RESPONSE: The text has been masked.
Topic: Lighting Plan
Comment Number: 21 Comment Originated: 09/15/2016
09/15/2016: Please change the titles on all sheets to match the Subdivision Plat.
RESPONSE: Titles have been changed.
Comment Number: 22 Comment Originated: 09/15/2016
09/15/2016: Please remove all Building Envelope references.
RESPONSE: Envelope references have been removed.
Topic: Plat
Comment Number: 1 Comment Originated: 09/15/2016
09/15/2016: Please remove the address from the title. Addresses can change.
RESPONSE: Plat title has been changed.
Comment Number: 2 Comment Originated: 09/15/2016
09/15/2016: Please make changes to the Statement Of Ownership And Subdivision
as marked. See redlines.
RESPONSE: Updated.
Comment Number: 3 Comment Originated: 09/15/2016
09/15/2016: Please add new title commitment information as available.
RESPONSE: We will get a new title commitment prior to recording.
Comment Number: 4 Comment Originated: 09/15/2016
09/15/2016: The Zoning Note is not required.
RESPONSE: Acknowledged.
Comment Number: 5 Comment Originated: 09/15/2016
09/15/2016: Please explain why the found monuments were not accepted per
Board Rule 6.5.4.1. See redlines.
RESPONSE: Updated
Comment Number: 6 Comment Originated: 09/15/2016
09/15/2016: Please remove all Building Envelope references.
RESPONSE: Updated
Comment Number: 7 Comment Originated: 09/15/2016
09/15/2016: Please change the labels for the blanket easement exclusions as marked. See
redlines.
RESPONSE: Updated
Comment Number: 8 Comment Originated: 09/15/2016
09/15/2016: Please show the Access Easement benefiting the property from the south, with a
notation of it's origin (Book/Page, Plat, etc.). See redlines.
RESPONSE: Updated
Comment Number: 9 Comment Originated: 09/15/2016
09/15/2016: All easements must be labeled & locatable. See redlines.
RESPONSE: Updated
Comment Number: 10 Comment Originated: 09/15/2016
09/15/2016: Please label the Point Of Beginning.
RESPONSE: Updated
Comment Number: 11 Comment Originated: 09/15/2016
09/15/2016: Please provide current acceptable monument records for the aliquot corners shown.
These should be emailed directly to Jeff at jcounty@fcgov.com
RESPONSE: These have been emailed to Jeff.
Topic: Site Plan
Comment Number: 13 Comment Originated: 09/15/2016
09/15/2016: Please change the title to match the Subdivision Plat.
RESPONSE: Title matches Plat - Copperleaf
Comment Number: 14 Comment Originated: 09/15/2016
09/15/2016: There are line over text issues. See redlines.
RESPONSE: Text has been masked.
Comment Number: 15 Comment Originated: 09/15/2016
09/15/2016: There are cut off text issues. See redlines.
RESPONSE: Text has been fixed.
Comment Number: 16 Comment Originated: 09/15/2016
09/15/2016: Please revise the legal description to match the corrected Subdivision Plat title.
RESPONSE: Legal description changed to Lot 1, Copperleaf Subdivision.
Department: Traffic Operation
Contact: Nicole Hahn, 970-221-6820, nhahn@fcgov.com
Topic: General
Comment Number: 1 Comment Originated: 09/13/2016
09/13/2016: Work with engineering to determine frontage improvements. A 7' detached walk would
be required along the Shields frontage from our perspective. Also, pedestrian connections through
the shared access would help pedestrian connectivity and circulation.
RESPONSE: A 6’ detached walk is now shown.
Department: Water Conservation
Contact: Eric Olson, 970-221-6704, eolson@fcgov.com
Topic: General
Comment Number: 1 Comment Originated: 09/09/2016
09/09/2016: Irrigation plans are required no later than at the time of building permit. The irrigation
plans must comply with the provisions outlined in Section 3.2.1(J) of the Land Use Code. Direct
questions concerning irrigation requirements to Eric Olson, at 221-6704 or eolson@fcgov.com
RESPONSE: Acknowledged.
Department: Water-Wastewater Engineering
Contact: Dan Mogen, 970-224-6192, dmogen@fcgov.com
Topic: General
Comment Number: 1 Comment Originated: 09/14/2016
09/14/2016: Please indicate if the existing sanitary service will be reused or abandoned at the main.
The existing service ties into the main approximately 75' south of the manhole in front of this site
and 231' north of the manhole at Shields and Richmond.
RESPONSE: Service is noted to be abandoned.
Comment Number: 2 Comment Originated: 09/14/2016
09/14/2016: The new sanitary services (6" services into 8" mains) will require either a new manhole
or tee to be cut in where connection to main is made.
RESPONSE: Service connections will be cut in.
Comment Number: 3 Comment Originated: 09/14/2016
09/14/2016: Please review landscape plan to be sure that separation requirements are being met -
notably on the fire hydrant line at Building C.
RESPONSE: Hydrant has been moved.
Department: Zoning
Contact: Marcus Glasgow, 970-416-2338, mglasgow@fcgov.com Topic: General
Comment Number: 1 Comment Originated: 09/13/2016
09/13/2016: Trash/ recycling enclosures over 6 ft in height require separate building permits.
RESPONSE: Trash enclosures have been changed to 6 foot.