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HomeMy WebLinkAboutWAGON WHEEL SECOND - Filed GC-GENERAL CORRESPONDENCE - 2008-08-05ENGINEERING DIVISION January 8, 1981 Mr. David Oyler Melody Hanes, Inc. 11031 Sheridan Boulevard Broomfield, Colorado 80020 Dear Dave: C.> z This letter will verify our telephone conversation of this morning regarding the outfall storm sewer for Wagon Wheel subdivision. I mentioned that we have not retained a consultant to design the out - fall as we had planned. We are adding an engineer to our staff, and propose to have that individual complete this design. It is still our intention to construct the storm sewer this summer. I understand that the subdivision agreements for the first and second filings of Wagon Wheel Subdivision require the completion of the cut - fall storm sewer prior to the issuance of a certain number of building permits or certificates of occupancy. As I have indicated in the past, Inasmuch as you do not have any control over the construction of this storm sewer and the project has been delayed well beyond our original schedule, the City will not refuse to grant permits because the out - fall has not been constructed. However, this does not waive the requirement of installing any on -site drainage improvements within the specified time frame. Internal storm sewer should be installed and detention ponds roughly graded as per approved plans. I hope this clears up any remaining questions concerning this matter. I'll try to keep you informed of any progress we make on the outfall. If I can be of any further assistance, please feel free to call me. Sincerely, Mar Engineer' cc: Dave Stringer Mauri Rupel NW *1W t Melody Homes 11031 Sheridan Boulevard Broomfield, CO 80020 (303)466-1831 July 7, 1983 Dave Stringer Chief Construction Inspector City of Fort Collins P.O. Box 580 Fort Collins, Co. 80522 Dear Dave, In response to your letter dated June 28, 1983 regarding the condition of the streets in Wagon Wheel Subdivision and our phone conversation of July 7, 1983 Melody Homes agrees to repair the damaged asphalt in as timely a manner as possible. We expect to begin work by July 15, 1983. Repairs are to be a combination of 5" patching, reconstruction with 22" mat, and overlay. The areas to be repaired in each of the above manner will be determined by agreement between myself and your inspector as work progresses. In return for this agreement, the City of Fort Collins will issue Certificates of Occupancy on Lyman Street, Laredo Lane, S rps Street and Nez.Perce with no delay. Sincerely� Gar W. Raper Field E ginee , Land Development GWR/s j c December 9, 1983 Gary Raper Melody Homes 11031 Sheridan Boulevard Broomfield, Colorado 80020 Re: Wagon Wheel, 2nd Filing Dear Gary: It has come to my attention the water service trenches installed by R&M Construction in the recently constructed portion of Wagon Wheel, 2nd Filing, have not met the City's compaction requirements. The City's Construction Inspectors have spent many hours testing these trenches for the contractor and have not recorded any acceptable tests. It is our opinion the contractor's equipment and workmanship were not adequate to obtain the necessary results. Please be informed that the City Engineer's office will not allow any further street construction on Casa Grande, Sioux Boulevard, San Houston, Sweeney, Boone, Bowie and Ottawa Streets until such time as the required state of compaction has been obtained in all of the service trenches in the above streets and rights -of -way. In addition, if your general utility contractor chooses to use R&M Construction for the required work, he is to insure the quality of equipment and workmanship of his subcontractor is such to obtain the City's requirements for compaction. The City does reserve the right to not allow R&M Construction the opportunity to work in our community if their work methods and equipment are not sufficient to meet our requirements. I regret the inconvenience this may cause your firm, but I'm sure you understand the need for stable soil conditions under streets, gutters and sidewalks. (Sincerely, David Stringer O Chief Construction Inspector cc: Kelran Construction v April 4, 1984 Maurice Ruple, Development Center Director City of Fort Collins 300 La Porte Ave. Fort, Collins, CO 80521 Dear Maury, Melody Construction Co. 11031 Sheridan Boulevard Westminster, CO. 80020 (303) 488-1831 Melody Construction Co. was required to have a second point of access for Wagon Wheel Filing No. 2 as a condition of the approval of the plat. Because of the fact sales were so horrible, resulting in our temporary closure of the project, followed by the subsequent re -opening at a furious rate of sales, we overlooked this requirement. Please accept this letter as Melody's assurance that this oversight will be rectified by construction of at least the west half of Bowie from our North property line to Swallow by May 15, 1984, weather permitting. Additionally, if you are able to work out the details with Pavlakis, we are willing to construct the east half of the same stretch of road. At this time, the details have not been worked out with Dan Jensen for construct- ing his portion of Bowie now, although I anticipate no problem in this regard. I understand from our earlier discussions that this letter will be sufficient to enable Melody to obtain building permits and continue it's construction program. Thanks for your understanding attitude in this matter. Sincerely, David L. Oyler PA Assistant Manager, Land Development DLO/tll cc: Dave Stringer RECEIVED APR 5 1984 PLANNING DEPARTMENT CITY OF FLIRT COLLINS ENGINEERING SERVICES July 22, 1985 Mr. Gary Raper Melody Homes, Inc. 11031 Sheridan Boulevard Broomfield, Colorado 80020 Re: Bowie Avenue Extension at Swallow Road Dear Gary: Per our meetings regarding the extension of Bowie Avenue by Melody Homes from the north property boundary of the Wagon Wheel development to Swallow Road, I list the following: - The existing fire hydrant at the southeast corner will be relocated by the City Water Department. This work is to be completed by July 26, 1985. - The existing curb and gutter radii on Swallow which do not match the street alignment of Bowie are to be completely removed. Melody will be reimbursed the cost of the new installation of these radii and crosspan by the City. - This construction of Bowie will satisfy the Wagon Wheel developments access requirements as per the subdivision agreement. If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact me. Si cereIy, David Stringer Chief Construction Inspector cc: Mauri Rupel ENGINEERING SERVICES 300 LaPorte Ave.. P.O. Box 5B0 . Fort Collins. Colorado 80522 . (303) 221-6606 Melody Construction Co. 11031 Sheridan Boulevard Broomfield, CO 80020 (303)466-1831 June 18, 1981 Mr. and Mrs. Steven D. Wolf 3218 Gatlin St. Ft. Collins, Co 80526 Dear Steve, In response to your concern for the combination curb, gutter and sidewalk installation along the front of your property at 3218 Gatlin St., this letter is being written to document the meeting which took place at 4:30 p.m. on June.17, 1981 at your residence. It was acknowledged at this meeting by Mr. Pat Walker of the Flatiron Company that the sidewalk was installed incorrectly with a reverse slope or flat condition. This condition has been identified to the Ft. Collins City Engineering Dept. and Melody Construction Co. At that time, it was agreed by all parties that, based on the lateral drainage in the section of the street, we leave the installation as is rather than risking further problems resulting from re -work. Mr. Pat Walker identified that an extended warranty of three years, in addition to the required two years, was provided by Flatiron Company (copies attached) and so documented with the City. It was also agreed at this meeting by all parties that a continued surveillance of any problems resulting from this installation would be monitored and corrective action, if required, would take place. It is the responsibility of Melody Construction Co. to deliver good homes to its customers, which includes the sidewalks, streets and all other applicable services related to the homes. I would like to further assure you that we will join you in monitoring this sidewalk installation and any corrective action which might be required. We are also confident that the Flatiron Company will assume full responsibility for their portion of this agreement. Steve Wolf Page ?; I hope this letter meets with your approval. If you have any other questions, please give me a call. Sincerely, Pat Clark North Projects Manager Present at the above mentioned meeting were: Gary Raper, Melody Construction Field Engineer Pat Walker, Flatiron Company Jim Feedler, Flatiron Company Dave Stringer, City of Ft. Collins Engineering Dept. encls. PC/tll ENGINEERING DIVISION July 29, 1981 Mr. Gary Roper Melody Hanes 3310 Laredo Lane Ft. Collins, CO Dear Gary: 80526 Re: n 'hee 1st 2nd FilFil g As per your request for a final inspection on the paving in the above referenced subdivisions, this letter is to inform you that there are some minor problems that the City will require to be corrected before final acceptance. 0 At the intersection of Casa Grande and Hickock there is an area between the sanitary sewer manhole and the water main valve boxes that has settled and ponds water. 0 At the intersection of Sioux and Sweeney there is a settling area that ponds water. 0 On Sioux Boulevard, approximately 150-feet east of Gatlin, there is an area that is settling and ponds water. 0 At the intersection of Nez Perce Way and Sharps Street there is some pavement damage. It appeared to me that a backhoe's outriggers had punched holes in the asphalt mat, possibly during the manhole raising operation. Although these items appear to be minor problems, the City will not accept these streets until the above items have been corrected. When repairs are completed, I will accept all streets pending the normal contractor warranty periods. If you have any questions, please feel free to call me at 484-4220, extension 728. Sincerely, -.1 arlAAkA Matt Baker Construction Inspector e ENGINEERING DIVISION September 18, 1981 Mr. Gary Roper Melody Hanes 3230 S. Lymen Fort Collins, Colorado - . • - - lwr 'K'i - Dear Gary. This letter is to inform you that the streets now completed in Wagon feel Subdivision, Filing 1 and 2, have been accepted for maintenance on September 19, 1981. The streets are: Lyon Street Laredo Street Sharps Street Nez Perce Way Hickock Drive Gatlin Street Sioux Blvd. (fran Bowie Avenue to Sharps Street only) Casa Grande Blvd. (from Shields Street to Catlin Street may) Please be advised that this acceptance does not relieve the developer of his obligation to clean debris or repair damage that occurs as a result of homebuilding construction. If I can be of further assistance, please feel free to call me. Sincerely, Matt Bakery / Engineering Construction Inspector ENGINEERING DIVISION March 31, 1982 LE 12 ND Eric J. Peterson 3224 Gatlin Street Fort Collins, CO 80526 Dear Mr. Peterson: Mr. Pat Clark of Melody Homes Incorporated has expressed to me your con- cerns regarding the Public sidewalks adjacent to your property. When this sidewalk was initially constructed the Concrete Contractors and Developers informed the City of an error with its installation. Upon much discussion and evaluation of this problem the City decided to accept those portions of sidewalk, curb and gutter already constructed. This decision was based upon: A. The Foundation height of the proposed structures was such that water run off would easily flow over the walk and into the gutter. B. The reverse slope on the existing walk sections averaged one -quarter inch or less (a large portion of sidewalk was level). C. Due to the existing terrian all surface water would flow laterially or transversely across the sidewalk and into the street. In order to reinforce this decision these sidewalks have been monitored for the past several months. It has been noted that when the sidewalks are free of snow the water does drain. In fact due to the terrian these sidewalks are free of snow run off sooner than the sidewalks in the flater areas of the subdivision. It is our opinion that the present sidewalks situation does not nor will not pose a hazard to pedestrian safety. In response to your concerns re- garding the freezing of run off water on your sidewalk during the winter months this is a natural occurrence. In the winter months this happens throughout the entire city regardless of the type of curb, gutter and sidewalk. Ewen though this sidewalk does have a slight degree of reverse slope the problems you are experiencing with it are not much different than new how owners in other partially completed subdivisions. If you have any further questions. please feel free to contact me. S' cerely, Dave Stringer Chief Construction Inspector c.c. Melody Homes :,/9auri Rupel ENGINEERING DIVISION May 26,1982 Mr. and Mrs. Steven D. Wolf 3218 Gatlin St. Ft. Collins, Colo. 80526 0n Friday May 21, 1982 I meet with Mr. Pat Walker of F & F Concrete construction Company regarding the combination curb, gutter and walk adjacent to your property at 3218 Gatlin Street. In my meeting with Pat the areas of water ponding were discussed,particularly the northwest corner of your lot. In order to correct this area the only alternative is to replace the curb, gutter and walk from the north edge of your driveway to the north property corner. In addition, the curb, gutter and walk at your driveway will be replaced with a drive approch. The replacement of the concrete at the driveway will allow an escape for the surface flows from the lot to the south. The curb, gutter, and walk at the driveway to the south will be replaced with a drive approch. This will allow for a major portion of the runoff water to exit into the street prior to reaching your property. The runoff water that will exit at your driveway will be from the back yards of you and your neighbor, and a certain amount from the front yard to the south. This work is to be started some time around the second week of June. The timing of the construction was discussed and F&F personnel are aware of your situation and will try to work with you has best they can. It must be understood that the whole street system is intended to act as a floodway. This also includes the sidewalk area. The city does reserve the right to accept any portion or portions of Public Right of Way street construction which functions as it was intended regardless of its nonconformity with its design. If you have any questions please feel free to contact me at 484-4220 extension 728. �rin;er lly' David Stringer, hief construction Inspector CC. Pat Walker, F&F Construction Pat Clark, Melody Construction Mauri Rupel, Assistant City Engineer/Development 114r ENGINEERING DIVISION May 26,1982 Eric J. Peterson 3224 Gatlin Street Fort Colllins, Colo. 80526 Dear Mr. Peterson: On Friday May 21, 1982 I meet with Mr. Pat Walker of F&F Concrete Construction Company regarding the water runoff problem you are experencing at 3224 Gatlin Street. In my discussion with Pat several alternatives were presented on how to solve your problem as well as Mr. Wolfs. The best alternative to correct the problem at your lot is to remove the combination curb, gutter and sidewalk adjacent to your driveway. This area will then be replaced with a drive approach. The drive approach will allow the runoff water from the south to exit into the gutter. This will eliminate a large portion of the water that presently flows behind the sidewalk along the front of your house. However, runoff from your front yard will continue as it presently exsists with the exception that it will flow into the gutter at Mr. Wolf's driveway. Drainage from your back yard will also exit at this point. This work is scheduled for sometime around the second week of June. If this time schedule is not acceptable please contact me so other arrangements can be made. F&F has expressed a desire to reconstruct the sidewalks, curbs, and gutters at your and Mr. Wolfs' residences simultaneously . It must be understood that the whole street system is designed to act as a floodway. This also includes the sidewalk area. The city does reserve the right to accept any portion or portions of Public Right of Way street construction which functions as it was intended regardless of its nonconformity with its design. If you have any questions please feel free to contact me at 484-4220 extension 728. ere�ly,, David Stringer, Ch of Construction Inspector CC: Pat Walker, F&F concrete Pat Clark, Melody Homes Mauri Rupel, Assistant City Engineer/Development %W ENGINEERING SERVICES June 28, 1983 Gary Raper Melody Homes 11031 Sheridan Boulevard Broomfield, Colorado 80020 Dear Gary: )6 Re: Wagonwheel Subdivision I recently visited Melody Homes' Wagonwheel Subdivision and noticed some concerns which need to be brought to your attention. One item, which has grown increasingly worse, is that of street surface abuse by Melody's building contractors and subcontractors. The major abuse is in the areas presently under construction. The street surfaces are becoming coated with a heavy layer of mud and gravel debris. As you know, this does cause drainage problems and greatly contributes to abrasion and premature deterioration of the asphalt pavements. I also observed that several areas on Laredo and on Sharps Streets have portions of asphalt pavement that have cracked in an extensive alligator pattern. These areas are being used as a main access for the delivery of building materials including drywall and concrete. Also the surface is coated with mud which is helping to accelerate the damage by holding in the moisture. The intent of this letter is to inform Melody Homes that the City will not assume the responsibility of maintaining those streets or street areas in need of repair. Therefore, I would appreciate a response from you or a representative of Melody Homes as soon as possible. Also; please be informed that Certificates of Occupancies for the homes on Laredo and Sharps Streets will not be issued until such time a mutual agreement for the above problems has been obtained. cce_r�eply, Dave Stringer Chief Construction Inspector cc: Tom Hays Felix Lee