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HomeMy WebLinkAboutWEBERG PUD - PRELIMINARY - 76-88F - DECISION - MINUTES/NOTES88EPLANNING AND ZONING BOARD MEETING MINUTES - APRIL 26, 1989 The regular meeting of the Planning and Zoning Board was called to order at approximately 6:40 p.m. in the Mini -Theatre of the Lincoln Center, 417 West Magnolia, Fort Collins, Colorado. Board members present included Chairwoman Laurie O'Dell, Jim Klataske, Jan Shepard and Rex Burns. Board members absent included Frank Groznik, and Lloyd Walker. Staff members present included Tom Peterson, Sherry Albertson -Clark, Joe Frank, Mike Herzig, Rick Richter, Deputy City Attorney Paul Eckman, and Kayla Ballard. Planning Director Tom Peterson reviewed the Consent and Discussion Agenda. The Consent Agenda included: Item #1, Stromberger Zoning, #16-89A; Item #2, Stromberger Master Plan, #16-89. Chairwoman O'Dell asked if there were any items to be pulled from the Consent Agenda. There was no response from the Board, staff or audience. Member Klataske moved to approve Items 1 and 2. Member Burns seconded the motion. Motion to approve passed 4-0. WEBERG PUD - PRELIMINARY - #76-88 r Sherry Albertson -Clark gave a description of the proposed property. She stated that staff is recommending approval with the following conditions: 1)That the applicant provide mitigation for the loss of existing trees on the final plans; 2) That a unified signage design be provided with the final plans; 3) That final building elevations provide greater visual interest and relief for the north, south and east elevations of the Weberg facility, through the use of greater variety in building materials, building openings, color and/or texture and that a consistent architectural theme for the entire site be established, and; 4) That prior to final review, the applicant secure approval from the owners of the adjacent ponds to permit stormwater flows into the ponds. Frank Vaught represented Weberg Enterprises. He introduced John Berguson and Stan Meyers of RBD Engineering, Bob Stafford of Murray -Stafford, the general contractor for Weberg Enterprises and Mr. and Mrs. John Weberg, owners of Weberg Enterprises. Mr. John Weberg spoke briefly of the history of Weberg Furniture, the size and exterior of the building, and the landscaping around the proposed building. Mr. Vaught discussed the overall access of the proposed site, the extension of Fairway Lane and Fossil Creek Boulevard, the site plan as an overall 9.1 acres with 4.1 acres dedicated for streets, the slope and grade of the site, the right-of-way, existing trees, flowline, parking and loading areas, setbacks, detention area, maximum building height in comparison to Wal-Mart, open space, increase in landscaping, reduction of building height, redesign of the entry feature, signage, elevations, and the architecture. He presented slides showing existing exposed aggregate buildings throughout the City such as H-P, Innovative Company, Fountainhead, Drake Terrace, Diamond Lumber and the old Osborne Hardware building. He asked the Board to give consideration to only the Weberg site since pad users have not been identified. Ms. Albertson -Clark stated that it would be pertinent to clarify at this point, to tie down the square footage of the pad. Staff had no objections to splitting off the Weberg pad from the remainder of the site. Paul Heffron, partner of the property to the north and south of the proposed project, stated that he generally supported the project but had concerns regarding the strip of land located northwest of the site. He stated that he would like to see a greater interest in making the area more aesthetically pleasing in landscaping. Kevin Mill, of Mill Brothers Landscaping, asked if there would be a signal installed at Fairway Lane and if the speed limit would be reduced because of the signalization. Mike Herzig, City Development Coordinator, replied that the South College Access Plan was in the process of being developed and that a signal would be installed when warranted, however, this project does not warrant a signal. He added that the speed zone would be reduced to 45 MPH if a signal was installed. He •added that the speed zone would be handled by the state if a signal was installed. Mr. Mill commented that this area could have natural amenities. He commented about concerns with the additions to the landscaping, water quality from the runoff, security, and the effect of this security on their nursery. Mr. Vaught responded with a brief discussion on natural grade and berming, access off of College Avenue, recirculation on Fairway Lane, fencing, and security. Member Klataske asked for clarification of the runoff from this site and the volume of runoff. Stan Meyers, RBD Engineering, stated that a 100 year historic storm would limit the runoff. He presented slide charts of water quality inlet, water quality berming, and water quality filtration methods. Member Klataske asked how often the filters would be cleaned and how they would be disposed of. Mr. Meyers replied that they would be replaced every two years, or as needed, and would be disposed of at the landfill. Del Nimmo, resident of Fossil Creek Meadows, asked if there had been any consideration whether this project would fall under the guidance of a nation-wide permit during construction. Ms. Albertson -Clark replied that there have not been any comments received from any of our reviewing agencies to that affect. Mr. Nimmo commented that the filtration system should be reviewed and possibly redesigned at a minimum cost. Craig Mulford, Fossil Creek Meadows resident, supported the staff conditions but had concerns about the accessway. -2- • 9 Rod VanVelson, Fossil Creek Meadows resident and President of Fossil Creek Homeowners Association, commented that there were too many pads for the site, that the building design lacked imagination, and the drainage impact on Fossil Creek area would be great. He requested a detailed comprehensive drainage review. He felt that the number of buildings should be reduced, the design of the building should be improved, and the drainage of the site should be evaluated. Lynn Block, Fossil Creek Meadows resident, commented that volume was being added to Fossil Creek and invited the Board to walk Fossil Creek with her to see the damage that had occurred. She commented that Fossil Creek was being surrounded by commercial development. Rick Richter, City Civil Engineer, stated that at the time of final, a preliminary design for Fossil Boulevard would be required. Rene Clements Cooney, 4454 Hollyhock, stated she had concerns with the building elevations and the landscaping. Gwen Bell, Fossil Creek Meadows resident, stated that she agreed with most of the comments, especially Mr. Heffron and Mr. Mill. She added that she had concerns about traffic, low berming along College Avenue, lack of landscaping, parking, and recirculation. _ Mr. Vaught stated that the traffic impact study indicated that this site would generate a total of 2400 trips per day, of which Weberg would represent 305 of those trips. He added that a recirculation road was incorporated into this plan. Member Shepard asked that if the Weberg site was considered alone as a preliminary, how would the Board evaluate the joint parking. Mr. Vaught replied that joint parking points were taken because of potential access to adjoining sites to the north and south. He added that the Board would evaluate it as if it were a master plan. Chairwoman O'Dell stated that she had concerns that approving this site would limit the improvement of Fossil Boulevard. She felt that there was a need to define the location of Fossil Boulevard first. At this point, the Board took a brief recess. Paul Eckman stated that procedurally, it would be incorrect to consider the separation of Weberg's from the overall project. This would leave the Board with two options: to vote on the preliminary plan as submitted or to table this matter to the May meeting on the condition that at that time, the master plan is submitted. Member Shepard moved to table the Weberg PUD Preliminary until the May 22 meeting. Member Burns seconded the motion. Member Shepard stated that she concurred with the four staff conditions and would also like to see specific design guidelines for the remaining pads on the site. She commented that this was a very intensive use for such a small site. She felt that Fairway Lane should go straight west connecting to Fossil Boulevard. She also had concerns with the limited buffering on the north side of the site. -3- Member Burns commented that he concurred with the four staff conditions. He had concerns with the drainage issue and requested clarification. He felt that the drainage should be designed to remove some of the chemical constituents from the runoff. He had concerns regarding the landscaping along College Avenue frontage and requested an evaluation of the alignment of Fossil Boulevard. Member Klataske commented that staff recommendations were appropriate. He felt that there was too much coverage and not enough landscaping. He also had concerns with the alignment of Fossil Boulevard. Chairwoman O'Dell stated that she agreed with the previous comments of the Board and wanted a more defined alignment of Fossil Boulevard. She felt they may need to decrease the number of pads and/or the square footage of the pads. Motion to table this item was passed 4-0. At this time, Member Kern joined the Board. WOODLANDS 5TH FILING - PRELIMINARY SUBDIVISION - #60-79G Sherry Albertson -Clark gave a description of the proposed project. John Guiliano, Guiliano and Father Construction, briefly discussed the proposed single family site, detention ponds in the area, Harmony Road improvements along the proposed site, landscaping along Harmony Road and the clean-up of Mail Creek Ditch. He added that fencing along Harmony would be one uniform fence and would be set back away from Harmony because of the detention area. Rene Clements Cooney, 4454 Hollyhock, asked if there was a neighborhood meeting on this proposed project and, if Harmony is improved to six lanes in the future, how will that affect this property. She asked if the type of housing proposed would be comparable to the existing housing in the area. Ms. Albertson -Clark replied that there was a neighborhood meeting held in September 1988, at which time this project was part of the Woodlands 4th Filing project. This portion of the project was later split out. When this project was submitted, staff chose not to have an additional neighborhood meeting because this was a proposal for single family lots and compatible with existing single family lots. Rick Richter stated that the right-of-way as dedicated for this project was sufficient for a six lane road. The curb lines would be constructed to allow for the six lane design. Mr. Guiliano stated that the actual prices of the homes have not been determined however, they are compatible in construction, appearance, and quality. Chairwoman O'Dell stated that this was not a PUD so the LDGS would not apply and that there has been a request that there be a lot depth variance. -4-