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Community Development and
Neighborhood Services
281 North College Avenue
PO Box 580
Fort Collins, CO 80522
970.221.6689
970.224.6134 - fax
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RESPONSES: Union Park, FDP240004, Round Number 1
Please see the following summary of comments from City staff and outside reviewing
agencies for your submittal of Union Park. If you have questions about any comments, you
may contact the individual commenter or direct your questions through your Development
Review Coordinator, Todd Sullivan via email at tsullivan@fcgov.com.
Comment Summary:
Department: Development Review Coordinator
Contact: Todd Sullivan tsullivan@fcgov.com 970-221-6695
Topic: General
Comment Number: 1
INFORMATION:
I will be your primary point of contact throughout the development review and
permitting process. If you have any questions, need additional meetings with the
project reviewers, or need assistance throughout the process, please let me
know and I can assist you and your team. Please include me in all email correspondence
with other reviewers and keep me informed of any phone conversations. Thank you!
Comment Number: 2
SUBMITTAL:
As part of your resubmittal, you will respond to the comments provided in this
letter. This letter is provided to you in Microsoft Word format. Please use this
document to insert responses to each comment for your submittal, using a different font color.
When replying to the comment letter please be detailed in your responses, as
all comments should be thoroughly addressed. Comments requiring action
should NOT have a response such as noted or acknowledged. You will need to
provide references to specific project plans, pages, reports, or explanations of
why comments have not been addressed [when applicable].
Comment Number: 3
SUBMITTAL:
Correct file naming is required as part of a complete submittal. Please follow
the Electronic Submittal Requirements and File Naming Standards found here:
https://www.fcgov.com/developmentreview/files/electronic-submittal-requiremen
ts-and-file-naming-standards_v1_8-1-19.pdf?1703783275
File names should have the corresponding number, followed by the file type
prefix, project information, and round number. For example: 1_SITE
PLAN_Project Name_FDP_Rd1. A list of numbers and prefixes for each file
can be found at the link above.
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Comment Number: 4
SUBMITTAL:
All plans should be saved as optimized/flattened PDFs to reduce file size and remove layers.
Per the Electronic Submittal Requirements AutoCAD SHX attributes need to be
removed from the PDF’s.
AutoCAD turns drawing text into comments that appear in the PDF plan set,
and these must be removed prior to submittal as they can cause issues with the PDF file.
The default setting is "1" ("on") in AutoCAD. To change the setting and remove
this feature, type "EPDFSHX" (version 2016.1) or “PDFSHX (version 2017 and
newer) in the command line and enter "0".
Read this article at Autodesk.com for more on this topic:
https://knowledge.autodesk.com/support/autocad/troubleshooting/caas/sfdcarti
cles/sfdcarticles/Drawing-text-appears-as-Comments-in-a-PDF-created-by-AutoCAD.html
Comment Number: 5
SUBMITTAL:
Resubmittals are accepted any day of the week, with Wednesday at noon being
the cut-off for routing the same week. When you are preparing to resubmit your
plans, please notify me with an expected submittal date with as much advanced notice as possible.
Comment Number: 6
INFORMATION:
Please resubmit within 180 days, approximately 6 months, to avoid the expiration of your project.
Comment Number: 7
INFORMATION:
ANY project that requires four or more rounds of review would be subject to an
additional fee of $3,000.00.
Comment Number: 8
FOR FINAL APPROVAL:
All "For Final Approval / For Approval" comments need to be addressed and
resolved prior to moving forward with the final documents and recording of this
project. I will provide a recording checklist and process information when we
are closer to this step.
Comment Number: 9
INFORMATION:
LUC 2.211 Lapse, Term of Vested Right: Within a maximum of three (3) years
following the approval of a final plan or other site-specific development plan, the
applicant must undertake, install and complete all engineering improvements
(water, sewer, streets, curb, gutter, streetlights, fire hydrants and storm
drainage) in accordance with city codes, rules and regulations. The period of
time shall constitute the "term of the vested property right." Failure to undertake
and complete such engineering improvements within the term of the vested
property right shall cause a forfeiture of the vested property right and shall
require resubmission of all materials and reapproval of the same to be
processed as required by this Code. All dedications as contained on the final
plat shall remain valid unless vacated in accordance with law.
Response: Thank you Todd
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Department: Planning Services
Contact: Ryan Mounce rmounce@fcgov.com 970-224-6186
Topic: General
Comment Number: 1
05/03/2024: FOR APPROVAL: Please review redlines for several recommended changes to the
site plan, including centralizing all of the approved modifications and commitments for the project.
Response: Updated as suggested
Comment Number: 2
05/03/2024: FOR APPROVAL: The landscaping plan indicates a large
reduction in trees, especially in front of the larger multifamily buildings and in
parking lot islands. These trees were providing compliance with interior parking
lot and tree stocking standards and will need to be revisited or alternative designs are needed.
Response: Light poles have been relocated, which has allowed for placement of trees in parking lot
islands. We have also added columnar trees along the larger multi-family buildings due to limited space.
See several redlines on the landscape plan identifying locations on the southern
property boundary where shrubs or trees are needed to meet parking lot
screening standards in conjunction with the new rows of parking.
Response: Trees and shrubs have been added to provide screening for southern parking lots.
Comment Number: 3
05/03/2024: FOR APPROVAL: The landscape plan shows new/replacement
landscaping on the Front Range Village site. Has there been more
communication and formal documentation from FRV agreeing to these
changes, or is there a plan for you or FRV to submit a minor amendment?
Response: We will not be placing any new trees on the Front Range Village site.
A note clarifying off-site landscaping and any roles/responsibilities should be
added to the landscape plan.
Response: We will not be placing any new trees on the Front Range Village site
A call-out note regarding the off-site landscaping would be helpful on the landscape plan.
Response: We will not be placing any new trees on the Front Range Village site.
Comment Number: 4
05/03/2024: FOR APPROVAL: Addressing comments from hearing, please
provide a 'typical' SFA lot exhibit that identifies the front yard space with fencing
and general location/screening for utility equipment.
Response: This exhibit will be added to the landscape plan.
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Comment Number: 5
05/06/2024: FOR APPROVAL: Sheet SP11 includes a fence detail. Can you
please annotate or clarify if this is the fencing to be used for the front yards of the SFA lots.
Response: Fence Types are provided on Sheet SP 12
Comment Number: 6
05/06/2024: INFORMATION: Repeat comment from PDP rounds on the vesting
period (3 years + possibility of two one-year extensions) that all infrastructure
must be in place in order for the full build out of the project over multiple phases
to occur. If your construction timeline has changed at all we need to revisit a
phasing plan for the proposal.
Response: Understood
Department: Historic Preservation
Contact: Jim Bertolini jbertolini@fcgov.com 970-416-4250
Topic: General
Comment Number: 1
NO HISTORIC REVIEW REQUIRED: This proposal does not require historic
review because there are no designated historic resources, or resources that
are at least 50 years old and would require evaluation, on the development site
or within 200 feet of the development site.
Response: Thank you
Department: Engineering Development Review
Contact: Sophie Buckingham sbuckingham@fcgov.com
Topic: General
Comment Number: 1
05/06/2024: FOR FINAL APPROVAL - REVISED:
Is Tract O overlapping with the roadway or sidewalk for Union Park Avenue? If
so, then Tract O, or the overlapping portion of Tract O, will need to be a public
access easement, not a private access easement. All sidewalks along Corbett
Drive, Union Park Ave, Sentry Lane, the northern portion of Junction Drive, and
the east side of Infantry Terrace Drive should be in public access easement,
since these streets serve as connections along the more public facing portions
of the development. Ideally, all sidewalks through the development would be in
public access easement. Please see my corresponding redlines on the utility plan and the plat.
Response: Public Access Easements are dedicated along Corbett Dr, Union Park Ave,
and Junction Drive to accommodate the adjacent sidewalks. The remaining tracts are
dedicated as private access easements to accommodate residents, owners, and patrons.
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Comment Number: 2
05/06/2024: FOR FINAL APPROVAL:
Please label all pedestrian ramp slopes to show that the slopes comply with
ADA standards. See my redlines on the utility plans for more information.
Response: Ramps are corrected and labeled.
Comment Number: 3
05/06/2024: FOR FINAL APPROVAL:
The DA information sheet lists four owner entities for this property, but the plat
only shows a signature block for one of these owner entities. Please clarify who
will be the owners at the time of final approval of the FDP. The owners listed on
the plat will need to match the owners listed in the DA. See my corresponding
redline on the plat.
Response: The plat signers have been updated.
Department: Traffic Operation
Contact: Steve Gilchrist sgilchrist@fcgov.com 970-224-6175
Topic: General
Comment Number: 1
05/06/2024: FOR FINAL RECORDING: Thank you for providing the final
compliance statement. In addition, the signed and stamped copies of the final
Transportation Impact Studies and associated addendums will be required for
final recording. Please resubmit all finalized TIS documents for next round to be
recorded in the final project documentation.
Response: Thank you. Submitted this next round
Comment Number: 2
05/06/2024: FOR FINAL APPROVAL: All private street within the development
will need to be signed with the Privately Maintained street name signs. Details
provided on the Horizontal Control page of the Utility Plans. Each intersection
should include the associated Street Name signs.
Response: Private drive signage included in HC plan
Comment Number: 3
05/06/2024: INFORMATION: All existing signs and pavement markings
removed during construction or utility connections are the sole responsibility of
the developer to replace even if not full depicted on these plans.
Response: Acknowledged
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Comment Number: 4
05/06/2024: FOR FINAL APPROVAL: The pavement markings/stencils
depicted on the plans for internal roadway should be detailed in the legend for
the appropriate size and color. Stencils will need to be detailed on the Ziegler plans.
Response: Notes added directing to CoFC & MUTCD standards. Locations of stencils
have been adjusted and stencil dimensions added.
Comment Number: 5
05/06/2024: FOR FINAL APPROVAL: End of roadway object markers
(OM4-3) will be needed where "Junction Drive" ends at the north property line.
The sidewalks that end there will need Type III barricades to be ADA compliant.
Response: Added.
Comment Number: 6
05/06/2024: FOR FINAL APPROVAL: Page 7 Horizontal Control Plan details
an ADA spot on the south side of Fort Sumter Way on the east end that does not have an ADA ramp.
Response: HC stall location adjustment to be adjacent to ramp.
Comment Number: 7
05/06/2024: FOR FINAL APPROVAL: It looks like additional Fire Lane signs
are needed. PFA may have similar comments. See redlines. On Infantry
Terrace Drive and Locomotive Drive I would remove parking on one side as a
fire lane with this only 30 feet wide. The 20 foot Emergency Access will be
impeded if you allow parking on both sides as there would only be 5 feet, which
will not fit most vehicles.
Response: Fire lane signage updated and EAE adjusted to be on one side of the road,
allowing parking on the opposite side of the street while maintaining 20’ EAE
Comment Number: 8
05/06/2024: FOR FINAL APPROVAL: The pedestrian ramp at Locomotive
Way and Golden Grove just dumps into the street with no receiving ramp on the
north side. Should this be an east/west ramp? The east west ramps between
Tract B and D on Junction and Locomotive will be a concern if parking is
allowed as these could be blocked by parked vehicles.
Response: walk updated to be access to unit only and ramp removed.
Comment Number: 9
05/06/2024: FOR FINAL APPROVAL: Trees should not be planted within 50
feet on the approach to a stop signs. It looks like there are a few that will
encroach into this area. Please adjust so stop signs remain visible to the motoring public.
Response: Trees within 50 feet of stop sign have been removed.
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Comment Number: 10
05/07/2024: DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT: A cost estimate has been
provided for the eventual pedestrian signal at Ziegler and Paddington. The 25
percent proportional share will need to be detailed in the DA language as agreed to previously.
Response: Understood
Department: Erosion Control
Contact: Basil Hamdan bhamdan@fcgov.com 970-222-1801
Topic: Erosion Control
Comment Number: 1
05/02/2024: FOR APPROVAL:
Please provide a Erosion Control Plans that are at a viewable scale for review
and construction purposes.
Response: Linework and presentation has been updated to make more legible. We
believe that the scale is reasonable.
Comment Number: 3
05/02/2024: FOR APPROVAL:
This project disturbs 5 or more acres so erosion control phasing materials will
need to be provided in the erosion control plans, reports and escrow. Please
ensure that the Erosion Control Plans, Escrows, and Reports include phasing
requirements (FCSCM Ch 2 Section 6.1.3, 6.1.4, & 6.1.5)
Response: Previously and also included in this submittal.
Comment Number: 4
05/02/2024: FOR APPROVAL:
The erosion control escrow calculations did not account for the cost of seeding
and mulching. Please revise.
Response: The escrow is updated to include the cost of seeding and mulching.
Comment Number: 5
05/02/2024: FOR APPROVAL:
Will the site be constructed in phases? If so, please prove phasing for the
Erosion Control Plans and escrows.
Response: Phased escrow is included in report. The sequence of phasing is generally
known but may be taken down in multiple phases at a time and is to be determined. The
phased escrow accounts perimeter controls, a VTC and CWA, and inlet protections (per
EC plan) for each phase.
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Comment Number: 6
05/02/2024: FOR APPROVAL:
Please address all redlines provided on the Erosion Control Plans.
Response: HDS
Topic: Fees
Comment Number: 2
05/02/2024: INFORMATION:
The City Manager’s development review fee schedule under City Code 7.5-2
was updated to include fees for Erosion Control and Stormwater Inspections.
As of January 1st, 2021, these fees will be collected on all projects for such
inspections. The Erosion Control fees are based on; the number of lots, the
total site disturbance, the estimated number of years the project will be active.
Based on the proposed site construction associated with this project we are
assuming 47 lots, 32.78 acres of disturbance, 5 years from demo through build
out of construction and an additional 3 years till full vegetative stabilization due
to seeding. Which results in an Erosion Control Fee estimate of $6,489.24.
Response: Understood
The Stormwater Inspection Fees are based on the number of LID/WQ Features
that are designed for on this project. Based on the plans we identified 4
extended detention basins and 3 number of underground treatments systems
which results in an estimate of the Stormwater LID/WQ Inspection fee of $2,245.00.
Response: Understood
Please note that as the plans and any subsequent review modifications of the
above-mentioned values change the fees may need to be modified. I have
provided a copy of the spreadsheet used to arrive at these estimates for you to review.
Response: Acknowledged
The fee will need to be paid prior to the issuance of a building permit.
Response: Understood
Topic: Landscape Plans
Comment Number: 7
05/02/2024: FOR APPROVAL:
Please use the City's Detention Pond Seed Mix in detention pond areas. I
included a copy of the mix for so that it is easier to find.
Response: Detention Pond Seed Mix has been updated.
Department: Stormwater Engineering
Contact: Wes Lamarque wlamarque@fcgov.com 970-416-2418
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Topic: General
Comment Number: 8
05/08/2024: FOR FINAL APPROVAL:
Please submit an electronic version of the SWMM model for review after it has been revised.
Response: We will send model directly to you.
Comment Number: 9
05/10/2024: FOR FINAL APPROVAL:
Please label all storm sewer on the ST-sewer profiles as public or private. I believe all storm
sewers are private, so just a note on the Storm Sewer Plan & Profile sheets should suffice.
Response: Note added
Comment Number: 10
05/10/2024: FOR FINAL APPROVAL:
Please provide a more detailed drainage phasing plan that outlines
start/stopping points for the drainage infrastructure and if any interim conditions are necessary.
Response: In general, the main trunk line will be constructed with Phase A with stubs provided to
the subsequent phases
Comment Number: 11
05/10/2024: FOR FINAL APPROVAL:
Please make sure all spot elevations are included on the grading plan and add
contours. On Fort Sumter Way, a couple HPs are missing for the drainage pan.
Also, please label as HP.
Response: Grading plans have been updated.
Comment Number: 12
05/10/2024: FOR FINAL APPROVAL:
The 24-inch outlet pipe for the detention system crosses many dry utilities and is
very close to the existing 24-inch storm line. Potholing needs to take place to
ensure the feasibility of this connection. Also, discussion on best tie-in point
due to multiple storm manholes in the area is needed.
Response: Potholes have been completed and elevations shown on existing conditions sheet. In
general, the pipe size and alignment are the same as the existing. The existing manhole and pipe
are being removed to maintain the manhole outside of the proposed curb and gutter.
Comment Number: 13
05/10/2024: FOR FINAL APPROVAL:
The storm sewers which cross a lower storm sewer have minimal vertical
separation distances. Discussion needs to take place on what backfill
technique should be proposed for these conditions. Flowfill may be the best
option in these locations.
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Response: SD-15 is noted to need flowable backfill due to the congestion of pipes/structures,
and areas with limited pipe separations.
Comment Number: 14
05/10/2024: FOR FINAL APPROVAL:
On Sheet 3.14, inlet-07 also has a direct pipe connection to the major spine. Is this needed?
The flows will go through the Stormtech system and any flows greater than the WQ storm will
overtop at the other outlet. Removing this pipe will also eliminate a watermain lowering. Please revise.
Response: That area has been reconfigured.
Comment Number: 15
05/10/2024: FOR FINAL APPROVAL:
The raising of outlet pipes to achieve the water quality volume in the Stormtech
chambers is acceptable, however it does require the construction of these
pipes to be very precise. If the pipes are not placed at the proper elevation,
than a WQ weir may still have to be placed after final inspection.
Response: Acknowledged and note added
Department: Water-Wastewater Engineering
Contact: Wes Lamarque wlamarque@fcgov.com 970-416-2418
Topic: General
Comment Number: 1
05/08/2024: FOR FINAL APPROVAL:
The sanitary sewer main heading south to serve Tract N & Block 29 needs to be
a service since it is serving just one (1) building.
Response: updated to be a service line
Comment Number: 2
05/08/2024: FOR FINAL APPROVAL:
The utility layout along Union Park Avenue where the 48 x 76 HERCP storm
sewer is proposed is having separation issues with the water & sewer lines. On
pipes this large, the requirement is 10 feet from the edge of the storm sewer to water and sewer mains.
Response: Separations have been coordinated.
Comment Number: 3
05/08/2024: FOR FINAL APPROVAL:
For Blocks 27 & 28, it appears there may be the possibility of reducing some
water main. Block 27could be served for water from the west and Block 28
could be served by a combo water service. Lets discuss this more in a separate meeting.
Response: Due to the length of dead end line to service all 6 lots, it is still proposed to loop the
water main.
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Comment Number: 4
05/08/2024: FOR FINAL APPROVAL:
Also at Block 28 and Lot MU2 at Block 26, these two buildings can be served
by either a combo sewer service or a longer single sewer service.
Response: A sewer main is still proposed within Citadel PL and will service Blocks 26 and 28. A
shared service is proposed to service Block 28, eliminating that section of main.
Comment Number: 5
05/09/2024: FOR FINAL APPROVAL:
Please replace the 90 degree bend at the west end of Union Park Avenue with two (2) 45 degree bends.
Response: Updated accordingly
Comment Number: 6
05/09/2024: FOR FINAL APPROVAL:
The spacing requirement from a hydrant to a meter vault/pit is 10 feet. Please
revise. One example is the domestic water service at Bldg. A7.
Response: separation corrected
Comment Number: 7
05/09/2024: FOR FINAL APPROVAL:
Please revise the 90 degree bend just west of Bldg. A7 with two (2) 45 degree
bends if possible. Please check if this is feasible while still maintaining at least
5 ft. from each bend to the hydrant tee and the sewer crossing.
Response: unable to introduce 45° due to vicinity of other fittings
Comment Number: 8
05/09/2024: FOR FINAL APPROVAL:
The City suggests a meeting the week of May 13th to discuss the water utility comments.
Response: Meeting occurred. Thank you!
Comment Number: 9
05/09/2024: FOR FINAL APPROVAL:
Please revise Tract E & Block 25 sanitary sewer configuration with removing
the main proposed and replacing it with a main heading east from SSMH-17.
This will reduce the number of manholes.
Response: This area was reconfigured. Please review proposed layout.
Comment Number: 10
05/09/2024: FOR FINAL APPROVAL:
Please label water services on the utility plan.
Response: A general note has been added for water services
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Comment Number: 11
05/09/2024: FOR FINAL APPROVAL:
The northern half of the project has separation issues with water/sewer services
and the dry utilities. The proposed dual service configuration will not allow for
proper spacing with curb stops and gas/electric. One combo service for each
building is recommended and may be the only feasible option with the layout as shown.
Response: Please see revised layout
Comment Number: 12
05/09/2024: FOR FINAL APPROVAL:
Also, in relation to comment 11, there is not enough spacing between water
services. Five (5) feet of separation is the standard between each tap whether
it be fire or domestic. Combo services will help resolve this issue.
Response: fire services have been condensed and relieved majority of the separation issues.
Comment Number: 13
05/09/2024: FOR FINAL APPROVAL:
Please provide 30 inches from any hydrant to the back of curb.
Response: Center of hydrants are placed 36” from back of curb.
Comment Number: 14
05/09/2024: FOR FINAL APPROVAL:
Once water distribution layout is finalized, the City will review water valve placement.
Response: Ready for your review
Comment Number: 15
05/09/2024: FOR FINAL APPROVAL:
A separate utility phasing plan is needed to document exact locations of phase
start/stop and if any temporary infrastructure is needed.
Response: additional phasing detail is still needed.
Comment Number: 16
05/10/2024: FOR FINAL APPROVAL:
Separate irrigation services are required for all landscaping. Please show and
label all irrigation services on the utility plan.
Response: irrigation meters are now shown.
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Comment Number: 17
05/10/2024: FOR FINAL APPROVAL:
The City wants to discuss any possibilities of reducing the amount of watermain lowerings.
Response: discussed during our meeting in may and reflected on plans
Comment Number: 18
05/10/2024: FOR FINAL APPROVAL:
The watermain lowering at the east end of the site under the 48 x 76 HERCP
storm sewer will require additional requirements that will be determined per Water Field Operations.
Response: Please reference the updated layout and provided additional requirements.
Department: Light And Power
Contact: Cody Snowdon csnowdon@fcgov.com 970-416-2306
Topic: General
Comment Number: 1
05/07/2024: FOR APPROVAL:
The overall electric layout looks good and looks like it will work with the overall
phasing plan. Also, thank you for providing the One-Line Diagrams and C-1
Forms. I would like to setup an offline meeting to go over each building and
ensure I am matching them with the right C-1 Form to finalize the design.
Response: Thank you. Updated One Line and C-1 documents have been submitted
as part of this next round
Comment Number: 2
05/07/2024: FOR INFORMATION:
Light & Power will require AutoCAD files of the Site Plan, Utility Plans, and
Landscape Plans prior to the DCP Meeting.
Response: HDS please coordinate and provide the CAD files. TBG will send over
landscape file when ready
Comment Number: 3
05/07/2024: FOR INFORMATION:
Electric capacity fees, development fees, building site charges and any system
modification charges necessary to feed the site will apply to this development.
Please contact me or visit the following website for an estimate of charges and fees related to this project:
http://www.fcgov.com/utilities/business/builders-and-developers/plant-investment-development-fees
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Response: Understood
Comment Number: 4
05/07/2024: FOR INFORMATION:
Please reference our policies, construction practices, development charge
processes, electric services standards, and fee estimator at
http://www.fcgov.com/utilities/business/builders-and-developers.
Response: Understood
Department: Environmental Planning
Contact: Scott Benton sbenton@fcgov.com (970)416-4290
Topic: General
Comment Number: 1
05/06/2024: FOR FINAL APPROVAL: Crested wheatgrass is not permitted to
be seeded; the Non-Irrigated Detention Basin Mix will need to be revised.
Response: Detention Basin Mix has been updated.
Comment Number: 2
05/06/2024: FOR FINAL APPROVAL: To clarify - will temporary irrigation be
used for establishment of the Upland and Detention Basin mixes?
Response: Temporary irrigation note added in Native Seed Mix Notes.
Comment Number: 3
05/06/2024: FOR FINAL APPROVAL: Please provide the details of the
buffalograss that will be used - variety/cultivar, seeding rate if seeded, plugs?
Note that it's irrigation needs are different than other turf grasses in order to
capitalize on the water conservation benefits.
Response: Buffalograss notes will be added to landscape cover sheet.
Comment Number: 4
05/06/2024: INFORMATION ONLY: The City's preference would be to have
more native species and fewer introduced species in the 'Rocky Mountain
Wildflower Mix' included in the Detention Basin mix.
Response: Detention Basin Mix has been updated.
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Department: Forestry
Contact: Christine Holtz choltz@fcgov.com
Topic: General
Comment Number: 2
05/07/2024: FOR APPROVAL
There are approximately 150 fewer trees proposed on this round then the last
round of PDP. There are locations where trees were removed that can still
accommodate them. Please look closely at the LP and add as many trees back
as possible including in the detention areas (see Forestry redlines).
Response: Trees were added in detention areas. Columnar trees were also added next to the large multi-
family buildings. Will add as many trees as possible without coming into conflict with utilities.
Comment Number: 3
05/07/2024: FOR APPROVAL
Please adjust the tree locations to the appropriate distance from stop signs.
Response: Trees within 50 feet of stop sign have been removed.
Contact: Freddie Haberecht fhaberecht@fcgov.com
Topic: General
Comment Number: 1
05/03/2024: FOR INFORMATION
It appears that there may be utility conflicts with the trees along Ziegler. Please
review the current utility layout and confirm that tree utility separations are
compliant with city standards.
Response: These trees that are in conflict with utilities have been removed.
Department: Park Planning
Contact: Missy Nelson mnelson@fcgov.com
Topic: General
Comment Number: 1
05/07/2024: INFORMATION: Both Park Planning & Development and Parks
department comments will be provided by Missy Nelson | mnelson@fcgov.com |
970.416.8077
Response: Thank you Missy
Comment Number: 2
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05/07/2024: FOR FINAL APPROVAL: Please add PUBLIC access to Tract
A's description in order to provide public access through the development to
English Ranch park, located just to the northwest.
Response: Public access is added to tract description.
Comment Number: 3
05/07/2024: FOR FINAL APPROVAL: Please add to the General Landscape Notes:
The Developer, or its successor(s) in interest, shall be responsible for the
ongoing irrigation and maintenance of the landscaping located within the public
right-of-way along the portion of Ziegler Road that abuts the Property as shown
on the Final Development Plan Documents. This obligation may be assigned to
a homeowner’s association duly constituted pursuant to Colorado state law,
however, should such homeowner’s association be dissolved, the obligation
shall become that of the Developer or its successor(s) in interest.
Response: Note added.
Department: PFA
Contact: Marcus Glasgow marcus.glasgow@poudre-fire.org 970-416-2869
Topic: General
Comment Number: 1
05/07/2024: OBSTRUCTION OF FIRE APPARATUS ACCESS ROADS - IFC503.4
Fire apparatus access roads shall not be obstructed in any manner, including
the parking of vehicles. The minimum widths and clearances established in
Section 503.2.1 shall be maintained at all times.
It appears there is a possibility of street parking on the 30 foot streets. At least
1 side of the street will require fire lane signage in order to prevent obstruction of the EAE.
Response: EAEs have been adjusted to be on one side of the street, allowing parking along the
opposite side of the street.
Comment Number: 2
05/07/2024: FIRE LANE SIGNS
The limits of the fire lane shall be fully defined and fire lane sign locations should
be indicated on future plan sets. Refer to LCUASS detail #1418 & #1419 for
sign type, placement, and spacing. Appropriate directional arrows required on
all signs. Posting of additional fire lane signage may be determined at time of
fire inspection. Code language provided below.
Response: Please review updated sign locations.
- 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
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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.
Response: Included.
- IFC D103.6.1; ROADS 20 TO 26 FEET IN WIDTH: Fire lane signs as
specified in Section D103.6 shall be posted on both sides of fire apparatus
access roads that are 20 to 26 feet wide.
Response: Please review updated sign locations.
- IFC D103.6.1; ROADS MORE THAN 26 FEET IN WIDTH: Fire lane signs as
specified in Section D103.6 shall be posted on one side of fire apparatus
access roads more than 26 feet wide and less than 32 feet wide.
Please add additional fire lane signage according to the placement requirements.
Response: Please review updated sign locations.
Comment Number: 3
05/07/2024: FIRE LANE LOADING - IFC Appendix D102.1 amendment
Fire lanes shall be designed as a flat, hard, all-weather driving surface capable
of supporting 80,000 pounds. Private drives used for fire lanes shall provide
information confirming the design can handle fire truck loading. A note shall be
added to the civil plans indicating all areas dedicated as EAE are capable of supporting 80,000 pounds.
Please add a note to the civil plans indicating the loading within the EAE.
Response: Note added
Comment Number: 4
05/07/2024: PREMISE IDENTIFICATION: ADDRESS POSTING &
WAYFINDING – IFC section 505.1.1 amendment
Where possible, the naming of private drives is usually recommended to aid in
wayfinding. New and existing buildings shall be provided with approved
address identification. The address identification shall be legible and placed in
a position that is visible from the street or road fronting the property. Address
identification characters shall contrast with their background. Address numbers
shall be arabic numbers or alphabetical letters. Numbers shall not be spelled
out. The address numerals for any commercial or industrial buildings shall be
placed at a height to be clearly visible from the street. They shall be a minimum
of 8 inches in height unless distance from the street or other factors dictate
larger numbers. Refer to Table 505.1.3 of the 2021 IFC as amended. If bronze
or brass numerals are used, they shall only be posted on a black background for
visibility. Monument signs may be used in lieu of address numerals on the
building as approved by the fire code official. Buildings, either individually or
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part of a multi- building complex, that have emergency access lanes on sides
other than on the addressed street side, shall have the address numbers and
street name on each side that fronts the fire lane.
Response: Understood. Address numbers have been labeled to be 8” on building elevations.
The note on the site plan indicates 6 inch numerals. This will need to be corrected to 8 inch.
Response: Address numbers have been labeled to be 8” on building elevations.
Department: Internal Services
Contact: Russell Hovland rhovland@fcgov.com 970-416-2341
Topic: Building Insp Plan Review
Comment Number: 1
04/30/2024: Multi-family Construction shall comply with adopted codes as
amended. Current adopted codes are:
2021 International Building Code (IBC) with local amendments
2021 International Existing Building Code (IEBC) with local amendments
2021 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) with local amendments
2021 International Mechanical Code (IMC) with local amendments
2021 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC) with local amendments
2021 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code (ISPSC) with local amendments
Colorado Plumbing Code (currently on the 2021 IPC)
2023 National Electrical Code (NEC) as amended by the State of Colorado
Projects shall comply with the current adopted building codes, local
amendments and structural design criteria can be found here: https://www.fcgov.com/building/codes
New 2024 building codes will be adopted in 2025.
Accessibility: State Law CRS 9-5 & ICC/ANSI A117.1-2017.
Snow Live Load: Ground Snow Load 35 PSF.
Frost Depth: 30 inches.
Wind Loads: Risk Category II (most structures):
• 140mph (Ultimate) exposure B or Front Range Gust Map published by The
Structural Engineer's Association of Colorado
Seismic Design: Category B.
Climate Zone: Zone 5
Energy Code:
• Multi-family and Condominiums 3 stories max: 2021 IECC residential chapter.
• Commercial and Multi-family 4 stories and taller: 2021 IECC commercial chapter.
Response: Understood
INFORMATIONAL ITEMS:
• Electric vehicle charging parking spaces are required per local IBC
amendment 3604, which requires 70% of parking spaces provide 3 types of EV charging. .
Response: Understood and included
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• This building is located within 250ft of a 4 lane road or 1000 ft of an active
railway, must provide exterior composite sound transmission of 39 STC min. .
Response: Understood
• R-2 occupancies must provide 10ft to 30ft of fire separation distance
(setback) from property line and 20 feet between other buildings or provide fire
rated walls and openings per chapter 6 and 7 of the IBC. .
Response: Understood
• All multi-famliy buildings must be fire sprinkled. City of Fort Collins
amendments to the 2021 International Fire Code limit what areas can avoid fire
sprinklers with a NFPA 13R, see local IFC 903 amendment. .
Response: Understood
• Bedroom egress windows required below 4th floor regardless of fire-sprinkler.
All egress windows above the 1st floor require minimum sill height of 24”. .
Response: Understood
• If using electric systems to heat or cool the building, ground source heat pump
or cold climate heat pump technology is required. .
Response: Understood
• A City licensed commercial general contractor is required to construct any new multi-family structure. .
Response: Understood
• Energy code requires short hot water supply lines by showing plumbing compactness. .
Response: Understood
• For projects located in Metro Districts, there are special additional code requirements for new
buildings. Please contact the plan review team to obtain the requirements for each district. .
Response: Understood, this project is not within a metro district.
Stock Plans:
When the exact same residential building will be built more then once with
limited variations, a stock plan design or master plan can be submitted for a
single review and then built multiple times with site specific permits. More
information can be found in our Stock Plan Guide at fcgov.com/building/res-requirements.php. .
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Response: Understood
Comment Number: 2
04/30/2024: Townhome and duplex construction shall comply with adopted
codes as amended. Current adopted codes are (this applies to property line
townhomes, if no PL then it would be multi-family R-2 occupancy under the adopted IBC code): .
Response: Understood
2021 International Residential Code (IRC) with local amendments
2021 International Plumbing Code (IPC) as amended by the State of Colorado
2023 National Electrical Code (NEC) as amended by the State of Colorado
Projects shall comply with the current adopted building codes, local
amendments and structural design criteria can be found here: https://www.fcgov.com/building/codes .
Response: Understood
Please read the residential permit application submittal checklist for complete requirements. .
Response: Understood
• Snow Live Load: Ground Snow Load 35 PSF.
• Frost Depth: 30 inches.
• Wind Loads: Risk Category II (most structures):
• 140mph (Ultimate) exposure B or Front Range Gust Map published by The
Structural Engineer's Association of Colorado
• Seismic Design: Category B.
• Climate Zone: Zone 5
• Energy Code: 2021 IECC residential chapter. .
Response: Understood
INFORMATIONAL ITEMS:
• For a fire-sprinkled building, 3ft setback required from property line or provide
fire rated walls & openings per chap 3 of the IRC. .
Response: Understood
• Bedroom egress windows (emergency escape openings) required in all bedrooms. .
Response: Understood
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• For buildings using electric heat, heat pump equipment is required. .
Response: Understood
• Attached single-family townhomes and duplexes are required to be fire
sprinkled per local amendment and must provide a P2904 system min and
provide fire rated wall per R302. This fire sprinkler system usually requires a ¾”
or 1” water line and meter to meet all P2904 requirements. .
Response: Understood
• New homes must provide electric vehicle ready wiring if garages are attached, see local amendment.
• Provide site-wide accessibility plan in accordance with CRS 9-5. This
requires accessible units per that state standard. .
Response: Understood
• New IRC code amendment R320 requires dwellings with habitable space on
the 1st floor must provide a visitable bathroom and path to such. .
Response Understood:
• The roof must be provided with solar-ready zones at outlined in IRC appendix RB. .
Response: Understood
• Energy code requires short hot water supply lines by showing plumbing compactness. .
Response: Understood
• For projects located in Metro Districts, there are special additional code requirements for new
buildings. Please contact the plan review team to obtain the requirements for each district. .
Response: Understood, this project is not within a metro district.
Stock Plans:
When residential buildings will be built at least three times with limited variations, a stock plan design
or master plan can be submitted for a single review and then built multiple times with site specific permits.
More information can be found in our Stock Plan Guide at fcgov.com/building/res-requirements.php. .
Response: Understood
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Department: Technical Services
Contact: Jeff County jcounty@fcgov.com 970-221-6588
Topic: Construction Drawings
Comment Number: 2
05/07/2024: FOR FINAL APPROVAL:
Some of the sheet titles & sheet numbers in the sheet index do not match the noted sheets. See markups.
Response: Understood. Thank you for the review
Topic: Plat
Comment Number: 1
05/07/2024: FOR FINAL APPROVAL:
Please make changes as marked. If changes are not made or you disagree
with comments, please provide written response of why corrections were not
made. Please provide any responses on redlined sheets and/or in response
letter. If you have any specific questions about the markups, please contact
John Von Nieda at 970-221-6565 or jvonnieda@fcgov.com.
Response: All redlines have been addressed with updates
Department: Water Conservation
Contact: Emma Pett epett@fcgov.com
Topic: General
Comment Number: 1
05/06/2024: Thank you for submitting your hydrozone and landscape plans.
Please submit your final irrigation plans by the time of building permit application. .
Response: Preliminary / Mani Line Irrigation plans and hydrozone plans are included with this submittal.