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Community Development and
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281 North College Avenue
PO Box 580
Fort Collins, CO 80522
970.221.6750
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February 28, 2014
John Minatta
Bella Vira Townhomes
2037 Lexington Ct.
Fort Collins, CO 80526
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RE: Bella Vira Filing 2 Major Amendment and Replat, FDP140001, Round Number 2
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, Pete Wray, at 970-221-6754 or
pwray@fcgov.com.
Comment Summary:
Department: Current Planning
Contact: Pete Wray, 970-221.6754, owray@fcoov.com
Topic: General
Comment Number: 5 Comment Originated: 01/31/2014
01/31/2014: The 2nd. round of review period will be two weeks, vs. standard three week
turnaround.
Comment Number: 8 Comment Originated: 02/25/2014
02/25/2014: GIS:1. Addresses will be assigned by the GIS Department after the plans have
met final approval through Development Review and are recorded with the City.
Noted.
Department: Engineering Development Review
Contact: Tyler Siegmund, 970-221.6501, tiegmund@fcgov.com
Topic: Construction Drawings
Comment Number: 11 Comment Originated: 02/25/2014
02/25/2014: Please revise General Note #11 on sheet C0.01- see redlines -
Note has been revised.
Comment Number: 12 Comment Originated: 02/25/2014
02/25/2014: Please update General Note #18 to reference the City of Fort Collins see
Redlines
Note has been revised.
3. 3. A new strategy for dry utilities is mentioned in the narrative submitted. The Stormwater Utility is open
to placing them in the regional detention pond side slope. However an easement would normally be
required which would have to be processed through Real Estate Services Department. Another option
being suggested is to sell the land back to the owner and dedicate an easement on it for the detention
pond. Doing that may have other implications as far as the plat for this development. This is an item to
be worked out during the planning process.
A strategy for dry utilities Is incorporated that does not require need for any additional easements.
4. 4. The city wide Stormwater development fee (PIF) is $6,390.00/acre ($0.1467/sq.-ft.) for new impervious
area over 350 sq.-ft., and there is a $1,045.00/acre ($0.024/sq.-ft.) review fee. These fees are to be paid
at the time each building permit is issued. Information on fees can be found on the City's web site at
http./twww.fcgov.com/ufilifies/business/builders-and-developers/plant-investment- development -fees or
contact Jean Pakech at 221- 6375 for questions on fees. The PIF will be increasing to $7,817.00/acre
after January 1, 2014. There is also an erosion control escrow required before the Development
Construction permit is issued. The amount of the escrow is determined by the design engineer, and is
based on the site disturbance area, cost of the measures, or a minimum amount in accordance with the
Acknowledged
Fort Collins Stormwater Manual.
5. 5. The design of this site must conform to the drainage basin design of the Canal Importation Master
Drainage Plan as well the Fort Collins Stormwater Manual.
Acknowledged
Department: Parts Planning
Contact: Craig Foreman, 970-221.6618, cforemani fcgov.com
1. 1.11/20/2013: No comments
Department: Fire Authority
Contact: Jim Lynxwiler, 970.416.2869, llynxwlle[@Doudre-fire.org
1. PREMISE IDENTIFICATION
The two points of connection for Bella Vita Drive with West Elizabeth St. create potential confusion for
emergency services personnel. PFA recommends the drive serving this project be divided into two
different street names. Contact Todd Reidenbach at city GIS (416-2483) for more information.
We added a second street name and revised the sections of street to be Identified as Todd Reidenbach specified. Todd
approved the names and the leyou4
061FC 505.1: New and existing buildings shall be plainly identified. Address numbers shall be visible
from the street fronting the property, plainly visible, and posted with a minimum of six-inch numerals on a
Acknowledged contrasting background.
2. FIRE LANES
Required fire access is not being consistently provided for throughout the site. The easternmost building
envelope appears to be approximately 69 out of fire access while the southernmost building envelope
appears to be approximately 90' out of fire access. Further discussion on this topic is recommended.
061FC 503.1.1: Fire Lanes shall be provided to within 150' of all portions of the building, as measured by
an approved route around the exterior of the building. When fire lanes cannot be provided, the fire code
official is authorized to increase the dimension of 150 feet N the building is equipped throughout with an
approved, automatic fire -sprinkler system.
Three Interior units within buildings 1 and 2 that are not in compliance with PFAIs 150' fire access will have an automatic
fire -sprinkler system Installed.
We are coordinating with GIS to create unit addresses and sprinkled units will be Identified by address.
3. FIRE LANE SPECIFICATIONS
Regarding the site plan proposal to construct drive -over curbs to include a portion of the required 20'
EAE (EAE measured to back of roll over curb); further review and discussion is needed. Assistant Fire
Marshal, Ron Gonzales is out of town this week. As the project team suggested that he has allowed this
condition in the past, it is my intention to discuss the project with him prior to providing PFA comment on
this issue. Please contact me with any questions.
And as Bella Vita Drive is proposed as a private drive, pertinent fire lane specifications are provided for
your informational purposes. In addition to the design criteria already contained in relevant standards and
policies, any new fire lane must meet the following general requirements:
> Shall be designated on the plat as an Emergency Access Easement.
> Maintain the required 20 foot minimum unobstructed width & 14 foot minimum overhead clearance.
> Be designed as a flat, hard, all-weather driving surface capable of supporting 40 tons.
> The required turning radii of a fire apparatus access road shall be a minimum of 25 feet inside and 50
feet outside. Turning radii shall be detailed on submitted plans.
> Be visible by painting and/or signage, and maintained unobstructed at all times.
2006 International Fire Code 503.2.3, 503.2.4, 503.2.5, 503.3, 503.4 and Appendix D; FCLUC 3.6.2(B)2006 and
Local Amendments
Acknowledged
4. 2012 IFC CODE ADOPTION
The Poudre Fire Authority and the City of Fort Collins are currently in the process of reviewing the 2012
International Fire Code in preparation for its adoption in 2014. Building plan reviews shall be subject to
the adopted version of the fire code in place at the time of plan review submittal and permit application. .
Please be advised that at the time of code adoption of the 20121FC , townhomes may be required to
Acknowledged. have fire sprinkler systems installed.
�A%fff the new International Fire Code will go Into affect July 2014, and this submittal will be subject to current
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Department: Environmental Planning .
Contact: Lindsay Ex, 97Q 224.6143, le—xAftov.com
1. An Ecological Characterization Study is required by Section 3.4.1 (D)(1) as the site is within 500 feet of a
known natural habitat (Pleasant Valley and Lake Canal). Please note the buffer zone standard is 5V for
this feature, as identified in Section 3.4.1(E) .of the Land Use Code, as you proceed with your site design
process.
Staff recognizes that an ECS was submitted for this project back in 2005. An updated ECS will need to
be provided as it has been eight years since the initial review.
Please note that the Ecological Characterization Study is due a minimum of 10 days prior to the PDP
submittal.
Updated Ecological Characterizedon Study submitted December 13,2013. The 50' buffer zone Is maintained.
2.
Within the buffer zone, according to Article 3.4.1(E)(1)(g), the City has the ability to determine if the
existing landscaping within the buffer zone is incompatible with the purposes of the buffer zone. Please
ensure that your ECS discusses the existing vegetation and identifies potential restoration options. If it is
Acknowledged. determined to be insufficient, then restoration and mitigation measures will be required.
3. With respect to lighting, the City of Fort Collins Land Use Code, in Article 3.2.4(D)(6) requires that "natural
areas and natural features shall be protected from light spillage from off site sources." Thus, lighting from
the parking areas or other site amenities shall not spill over to the buffer areas.
There are no parking areas Immediately adjacent to the natural areas. Town Homes to be constructed adjacent to the
Natural areas shall be provided with "dark sky" Mires that reduce light spillage.
4. With respect to landscaping and design, the City of Fort Collins Land Use Code, in Article 3.2.1 (E)(2)(3),
requires that you use native plants and grasses in your landscaping or re landscaping and reduce
Acknowledged. bluegrass lawns as much as possible.
5. The applicant should make note of Article 3.2.1(C) that requires developments to submit plans that "...(4)
protects significant trees, natural systems, and habitat". Note that a significant tree is defined as a tree
having DBH (Diameter at Breast Height) of six inches or more. As several of the trees within this site may
have a DBH of greater than six inches, a review of the trees shall be conducted with Tim Buchanan, City
Forester (2216361) to determine the status of the existing trees and any mitigation requirements that
could result from the proposed development.
Existing trees along ditch bank will remain undisturbed and Is noted on drawings. There are no other trees on the site:
reference EC Study.
6. Please be aware, the creation or enforcement of covenants that prohibit or limit xedscape or
drought -tolerant landscapes, or that require primarily turf -grass are prohibited by both the State of
Acknowledged Colorado and the City of Fort Collins.
Department:. Engineering Development Review.
Contact: Tyler Siegmund, 970.221. 91, tsiegmunWcgov.com
1. Ladmer County Road Impact Fees and Street Oversizing Fees are due at the time of building permit.
Please contact Matt Baker at 224-6108 if you have any questions.
Acknowledged
2. The City's Transportation Development Review Fee (TDRF) is due at the time of submittal. For additional
information on these fees, please see: http:/twww..fggov.com/enaineedngLdev-review.php
Acknowledged
3. Any damaged curb, gutter and sidewalk existing prior to construction, as well as streets, sidewalks,
curbs and gutters, destroyed, damaged or removed due to construction of this project, shall be replaced
or restored to City of Fort Collins standards at the Developer's expense prior to the acceptance of
completed improvements and/or prior to the issuance of the first Certificate of Occupancy.
Acknowledged
4. Please contact the City's Traffic Engineer, Joe Olson (224-6062) to schedule a scoping meeting and
determine if a traffic study is needed for this project. In addition, please contact Transportation Planning
for their requirements as well
Ward Stanford reviewed our Concept Review request and stated that the original approval has not lapsed and noted that
the Single Family attached use and quandty of living units remains the same. As such, Traffic Is waiving the need for a
new/revised TIS - Reference Planning CR note (2).
5. Any public improvements must be designed and built in accordance with the Ladmer County Urban Area
Street Standards (LCUASS). They are available online at:
http:/twww.ladmer.org/engineedna/GMARdStdstUrbanSt.htm
Acknowledged
6. This project is responsible for dedicating any right-of-way and easements that are necessary for this
project. Easements and right-of-way currently exist so it is not anticipated that additional dedications will
be needed unless utility alignments change.
Acknowledged
7. A new set of Utility plans and grading plan will be required to show the updated utility service location
and any additional utilities that are needed as part of this project.
Acknowledged
8. A new Development Agreement may be required or reference to the existing Development Agreement
on the plat will be needed.
Acknowledged
9. A Development Construction Permit (DCP) will need to be obtained prior to starting any work on the site.
Department: Electric Engineering
Contact: Rob Irish, 970-224.6167, rirish@fcgov.com
1. Light & Power will want the electric meters ganged on one end of the attached townhomes with gas on
the opposite end. Coordinate the meter and transformer locations with Doug Martine @ Light & Power
Engineering 970-221-6700.
Light & Power udiity design Is Incorporated as suggested.
2. Light & Power has existing electric facilities, including a major duct bank, running adjacent to this site
along Overland Trail. Any relocation or modification to existing electric facilities will be at the owners
expense.
Acknowledged
3. Owner will be responsible for Electric Capacity Fee and Building Site charges for the development.
Acknowledged
4. Will Bella Vita Dr. be a private drive? If it is private, Light & Power does not provide streetiighting for
private drives. Just an fyi.
Bella We Way and Sabadno Lane will be private drives. Street Lighting comment Is acknowledged.
Current Planning
Contact: Pete Wray, 970-221.6754, pwra Mov.com
1. Landscape Plan: The previously approved landscape and irrigation plans continue to apply to the
proposed change of use from multi -family, to single-family attached residential. The LUC Section 3.2.1
describe requirements for full tree stocking along streets, tree canopy behind sidewalks and site, and
landscape area treatments on site and foundation planting around buildings and screening.
Acknowledged
2. Traffic Op's Comment: The original approval has not lapsed and the SF attached use and quantity of
attached homes remains the same. As such, Traffic is waiving the need for a new/revised TIS.
Acknowledged
3. The proposed project meets the requirements for small project review fee schedule, with $200.00 due at
time of submittal. Other typical fees also include sign posting and APO labels due with initial submittal. A
final design fee of $1,000 is due with this submittal.
Acknowledged
4. The applicant may choose to submit the Major Amendment/Replat combined with Final submittal, or keep
separate.
The PDP will be submitted as a combined Major Amendment/Replat with Final.
5. Street Naming: With the replat, include buildings 1 and 2 as one street, and buildings 2-5 as a second
street (see mark-up plan). Staff is still in process of coordinating with GIS for final determination of street
naming.
The single street has been reconfigured Into two streets and renamed as suggested by GIS, and approved by Todd
Reldenbach.
6. See Article 3 standards for bicycle parking requirements.
Article 3 standards for bicycle parking requirements do not apply to single family attached per Article 3.
7. The proposed development project is subject to a Type 1 review and public hearing, the decision maker
for Type 1 hearings is an Administrative Hearing Officer. The applicant for this development request is
not required to hold a neighborhood fleeting for a Type 1 hearing, but if you would like to have one to
notify your neighbors of the proposal, please let me know and I can help you in setting a date, time and
location for a meeting. Neighborhood Meetings are a great way°to get public feedback and avoid
potential hiccups that may occur later in the review process.
Acknowledged
8. Please see the Development Review Guide at www.fogov.com/drg. This online guide features a color
coded flowchart with comprehensive, easy to read information on each step in the process. This guide
includes links to just about every resource you need during development review.
Acknowledged
9. This development proposal will be subject to all applicable standards of the Fort Collins Land Use Code
(LUC), including Article 3 General Development Standards. The entire LUC is available for your review on
the web at http:/twww.cobcode.comtftcollinsAanduse/
hggin.htm.
Acknowledged
10. If this proposal is unable to satisfy any of the requirements set forth in the LUC, a Modification of Standard
Request will need to be submitted with your formal development proposal. Please see Section 2.8.2 of
the LUC for more information on criteria to apply for a Modification of Standard.
Acknowledged
11. Please seethe Submittal Requirements and Checklist at:
http:/twww.fggov.com/developmentroview/apglicafions.php.
Acknowledged
12. The request will be subject to the Development Review Fee Schedule that is available in the Community
Development and Neighborhood Services office. The fees are due at the time of submittal of the required
documents for the appropriate development review process by City staff and affected outside reviewing
agencies. Also, the required Transportation Development Review Fee must be paid at time of submittal.
Acknowledged
13. When you are ready to submit your formal plans, please make an appointment with Community
Development and Neighborhood Services at (970)221-6750.
Acknowledged
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February 06, 2014
John Minatta
Bella Vira Townhomes.
2037 Lexington Ct.
Fort Collins, CO 80526
RE: Bella Vira Filing 2, FDP140001, Round Number 1
Community Development and
Neighborhood Services
281 North College Avenue
PO Box 580
Fort Collins, CO 80522
970.221.6760
970.224.6134 - fax
fcgov. com/developmentre view
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, Pete Wray, at 970-221-6754 or
pwray@fcgov.com.
Comment Summary:
Department: Current Planning
Contact: Pete Wray, 970.221.6754, Dwray@Lcgov.com
Topic: General
Comment Number: 1
Comment Originated: 01/24/2014
01/24/2014: 1. Addresses will be assigned by the GIS Department after the plans have met
final approval through Development Review and are recorded with the City.
The plans have been revised.
Comment Number: 2 Comment Originated: 01/28/2014
01/28/2014: Landscape Plan. Add 2 deciduous street trees to planting area on either side of
Building #6. Add 1 tree on north side of Building #4 as shown on redline copy.
The additional trees requested have been added.
Comment Number: 3
Comment Originated: 01/28/2014
01/28/2014: The request for Modification of Standard 3.5.2 (E)1 for building setbacks will need
to be part of the Combined Major Amendment/Final Plan - Type II review process and decision
by the Planning and Zoning Board.
Understood.
Comment Number: 4 Comment Originated: 01/31/2014
01/31/2014: The architectural elevations included in packet are sufficient for review.
Understood.
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Comment Number: 5 Comment Originated: 01/3112014
01131/2014: The 2nd, round of review period will be two weeks, vs. standard three week
turnaround.
Onnd.
Comment Number: 6 Comment Originated: 02/03/2014
02/03/2014: Landscape Plan - Building #1. Add building foundation planting between lot 3-6
on back side fronting Overland Trail.
This has b en completed.
Comment Number: 7
Comment Originated: 02/03/2014
02/03/2014: Site Plan. Building # 6 and 7 change to #5 and 6.
This has been better coordinated between disciplines. Please refer to plans.
Department: Engineering Development Review
Contact: Tyler Siegmund, 970.221.6501, tiegmund )-fcgov.com
Topic: Construction Drawings
Comment Number: 4
Comment Originated: 02/03/2014
02/03/2014: Please update the Utility plan sheet (sheet C3) for the sanitary sewer main
connection. Please show and add a note to remove the exiting plug and tie into sewer stub.
Currently shown on sheet C3 as new connection at the main. See redlines
Sheet C3.00 has been revised.
Comment Number: 5
Comment Originated: 02/0312014
02103/2014: Per the existing development agreement for this project (Tract A, Bella Vira
Subdivision), construction of the sidewalk along Elizabeth Street and Overland Trail, adjacent to
this project, is part of this projects responsibility. Please notify us if other agreements have
been arraigned with the owner of Bella Vira, Phase I project. Please note on the utility plans
and site plan if construction of the sidewalks adjacent to this site is to be completed with phase
I (by others) or as part of this project. Please reflect on the utility plan and site plan.
A note regarding the construction being part of the Phase 1 construction has been added to the
Utility Plans (Note 3, Sheet C2.00) and the Site Plan.
Comment Number: 6 Comment Originated: 02/03/2014
02/03/2014: Please label the exiting drain lines on the Utility plan sheet (Sheet C3) that are in
the water line easement (along the south property line). See redlines
Sheet C3 has been revised.
Comment Number: 7 Comment Originated: 02103/2014
02/03/2014: Please revise note #2 on the Existing information plan (sheet Cl) to "Construction
Items". See redlines
Note has been revised.
Topic: Plat
Comment Number: 1 Comment Originated: 02/03/2014
02/0312014: Please add the following note to the plat that references the exiting development .
agreement for this project:
Tract A, Bella Vira Subdivision Development Agreement, dated September 13, 2013 between
the City and OFP Development Company, and any future amendments shall apply to the
property shown on the Bella Vira Filing Two plat.
Note added.
Comment Number: 2 Comment Originated: 02/03/2014
02/03/2014: Please remove the note on the plat referencing "utility easements over, under and
through the structures of the property..." By adding this to the plat you are dedicating public
easements under, over and through structures. Typically these are private easements and are
handled through HOA site documents.
Note removed.
Comment Number: 3
Comment Originated: 02/03/2014
02/03/2014: The way the A,PA,U&DE easements are labeled on the plat, it appears that the
easements are being dedicated inside the building area. Please revise in a way so that it is
clear that these easements are outside of the building area. See redlines
Easements clariffed.
Department: Environmental Planning
Contact: Kate Rentschlar, 970.224-6086, krentschla fcgov.com
Topic: General
Comment Number: 1 Comment Originated: 01/27/2014
01/27/2014: The Habitat Buffer zone needs to delineated and labeled on the grading, utility,
and storm sewer plan.
The Habitat Buffer has been added and labeled on each sheet as noted.
Comment Number: 2 Comment Originated: 01/27/2014
01/27/2014: Please add an Environmental Planner signature to all plans that show the buffer
zone.
The signature block has been revised.
Comment Number: 3 Comment Originated: 01/27/2014
01/27/2014: Please add the following statement to the notes on any sheets that show the
Habitat Buffer: Please see Section 3.4.1 of the Land Use Code for allowable uses within the
buffer zone.
The plans have been revised to include the note.
Comment Number: 4 Comment Originated: 01/27/2014
01/27/2014: A note should be added to the site, landscape, utility, grading, and storm sewer
plan that the natural habitat area is meant to be maintained in a native landscape. This will help
preserve the intention behind the buffer zones and the natural features into the future.
The plans have been revised to include the note.
Topic: Landscape Plans
Comment Number: 5
Comment Originated: 01/27/2014
01/27/2014: The native grass mix you have proposed is not compatible with the buffer zone. I
will provide you with a recommended species list at the meeting.
The proper native grass mix has been provided on the plan per the recommended species mix.
Comment Number: 6 Comment Originated: 01/27/2014
01/27/2014: The Gamble Oak trees you have shown in the buffer zone should be switched for
eastern cottonwood or lanceleaf cottonwood as per Michael Phelan's suggestion in the ECS.
The Gamble Oaks have been replaced with lance/eaf cottonwoods per this comment
Comment Number: 7
Comment Originated: 01/27/2014
01/27/2014: The shrub plantings in the buffer zone look sufficient, but I would like see the
shrubs on the western side of the bioswale pushed further northwest towards the buffer zone
line to create a more effective screen.
Done.
Comment Number: 9
Comment Originated: 01/27/2014
01/27/2014: 1 would recommend the extension of the native prairie mix into the open land
beside Lot 7 and 6. This would match your project with the theme of Overland Trail; a more
open and native landscaping.
Done, per this request.
Topic: Site Plan
Comment Number: 8 Comment Originated: 01/27/2014
01/29/2014: Please add a note to the site plan stating that if individual property owners erect a
fence around their yard, it needs to use a mesh or some other type of material to keep wildlife
and pets from being able to pass through it.
This note has been added to the General iVotes on sheet SP-1, note #10. Since the initial
concern was with building 2, units located directly to the north of the Habitat Buffer, the note
addresses only lots 7 through 11.
Department: Forestry
Contact: Tim Buchanan, 970.221-6361, tbuchananO-fcgov.com
Topic: Landscape Plans
Comment Number: 1 Comment Originated: 01/3112014
01 /31 /2014:
Will there be any excavation or fill within the drip line of the existing cottonwoods shown to be
retained. If so please explain and provide a statement from a qualified certified private arborist
explaining the impact to the trees and its effect on their survival
On 11 February 2014 the developer and design team met with the City Forester on site. Much
of the excavation for this area is substantially competed, and it is apparent that these
existing trees are not being Impacted by any significant cut or fill. The existing trees (trunks)
were counted, generally sized, and identified. This information has been added to the
Landscape Plan. It was also the opinion of the City Forester that a statement from a certified
private arborist was not needed.
Comment Number: 2 Comment Originated: 01/31/2014
01 /31 /2014:
Contact the City Forester for an on -site meeting to obtain information on existing trees to include
on the plans.
See response from comment #1 above
Comment Number: 3
01131/2014:
Comment Originated: 01/31/2014
There is one Ash tree shown to be planted on private property. Please change to another
Comment Number: 13 Comment Originated: 02/25/2014
02/25/2014: Please update General Note #19 to reference the final drainage study name, date
and engineering firm that completed the study. See redlines
Note has been revised
Topic: Plat
Comment Number: 3 Comment Originated: 02/03/2014
02/03/2014: The way the A,PA,U&DE easements are labeled on the plat, it appears that the
easements are being dedicated inside the building area. Please revise in a way so that it is
clear that these easements are outside of the building area. See redlines
Easement has been revised.
Comment Number: 8 Comment Originated: 02/25/2014
02/25/2014: Please add the following standard note to the plat:
"Three shall be no private conditions, covenants or restrictions that prohibit or limit the
installation of resource conserving equipment or landscaping that are allowed by Sections
12-120—12-122 of the City Code."
Note has been added.
Comment Number: 9 Comment Originated: 02/25/2014
02/25/2014: Please add the standard City Engineer signature block and Attorneys Certification
signature block to the plat. Please contact me for a copy of our standard signature blocks, if
needed.
Blocks have been added.
Comment Number: 10 Comment Originated: 02/25/2014
02/25/2014: Please add (the "Development") to the Statement of Ownership and Subdivision
section of the plat. See redlines
Block has been revised.
Department: Forestry
Contact: Tim Buchanan, 970.221-6361, _tbuchanan®fcoov com
Topic: Landscape Plans
Comment Number: 1
Comment Originated: 01/31/2nu
01/31/2014:
Will there be any excavation or fill within the drip line of the existing cottonwoods shown to be
retained. If so please explain and provide a statement from a qualified certified private arbodst
explaining the impact to the trees and its effect on their survival.
Have met with Tim B on site. The development will not affect these trees.
Comment Number: 2
Comment Originated: 01/31/2014
01/31/2014:
Contact the City Forester for an on -site meeting to obtain information on existing trees to include
on the plans.
See above comment and response.
Comment Number: 3 Comment Originated: 01/31/2014
01/31/2014:
There is one Ash tree shown to be planted on private property. Please change to another
shade tree species due to the threat of Emerald Ash Borer moving into the Fort Collins area.
shade tree species due to the threat of Emerald Ash Borer moving into the Fort Collins area.
The status of ash was recently downgraded to do not plant on the Front Range Tree
Recommendation List.
Done.
Comment Number: 4
01/31/2014:
Comment Originated: 01/31/2014
November 25th Conceptual Review Current Planning Comment Number 1:
Landscape Plan: the previously approved landscape and irrigation plans continue to apply to
the proposed change of use from multi -family to single-family attached residential. The LUC
section 3.2.1 describes requirements for full tree stocking along streets, tree canopy behind
sidewalks and site, and landscape area treatments on site and foundation planting around
buildings and screening.
Understood.
New Comment:
Street Trees are marked on the plans as not part of this scope. Why are they not being
included in the scope of this proposal? Please include street trees as part of scope or provide
justification for review of why they would not be planted as part of this scope. There are a few
ash street trees in the area shown as part of the major amendment on the original 2007 plans.
These ash trees should be changed to a street tree species on the current City of Fort Collins
Street Tree list such as Greenspire Linden. Ash is no longer being planted on City property
due to the threat of emerald ash borer moving into the Fort Collins area.
The applicant for Bella Vira Subdivision Filing Two owns only Tract A which is inside of the
ROW on both West Elizabeth and Overland Trail. Richmond Homes owns the lawn & street
trees between the curb and walk. The off -site street trees are shown on this submittal only
as a point of reference. These street trees are to be installed according to the original Bella
Vira Phase 1 design, approved in 2007 and is not part of this scope.
The applicant for the Bella Vira Town Homes is coordinating with Richmond Homes on the
installation of the referenced street trees. Your request to substitute other species for Ash
will be provided and we do not anticipate any resistance to implementing the change. The
applicant will include the City Forestry Department in future discussions with Richmond
Homes related to the street trees.
Comment Number: 5
01/31/2014:
Comment Originated: 01/31/2014
Please add the table found in LUC 3.2.1 G 7 to the end of tree protection note G on the plans.
Done.
Department: Internal Services
Contact: Russell Hovland, 970.416.2341, rhoviandb-fccov.com
Comment Number: 1
Comment Originated: 01/31/2014
01/31/2014: 1. Property line townhouses require a double 1-hour wall between units and a roof
parapet.
Understood. It is also understood that an exception to roof parapets Is allowed per the code.
2. The new 2012 IRC building code will be adopted as of Feb 2014.
Understood.
3. The new code will require all townhouse permits applied for after Aug 1, 2014 must
fire -sprinkler the dwelling.
Understood
4. Utilities must be provided to each townhouse and not pass thru other dwellings.
Understood. Also, the following statement will be added to the building construction plans for
each building and incorporated into the Association Covenants"Declarant hereby reserves for
any utility or service company an easement over, under, across, and through the structures
on the Property for installation, operation, replacement, repair and maintenance of utility and
service lines and systems, including electricity, natural gas, telephone, fiber optics, internet,
data transmission, cable television, and any similar public or quasi -public improvements or
facilities that service the Property or any portion thereof, including specifically, adjoining
structures."
Department: Light And Power
Contact: Doug Martine, 970-224.6152, dmartine(aiafcgov.com
Topic: General
Comment Number: 1
Comment Originated: 01/09/2014
01/09/2014:The utility plan shows the gas and electric lines crossing each other juat N.W. of lot
25. The electric and gas lines will need to swap locations between lot 25 and Elizabeth St. so
they don't cross each other.
The gas and electric lines have been revised in order to not cross.
Department: PFA
Contact: Jim Lynxwiler, 970.416.2860, olynxwiler .poudre-fire.org
Topic: General
Comment Number: 1 Comment Originated: 01/29/2014
01/29/2014: AUTOMATIC FIRE SPRINKLERS
As per prior discussions with the project team, the need for a residential sprinkler system has
been identified for Lot 3 of building envelope 1, however the site plan does not currently reflect
this. All other lots within Buildings 1 and 2 requiring a fire sprinkler system have been property
identified and labeled. Those include Lots 4,5,8,9,& 10. Please update the plans to include Lot
3. The relevant fire code is provided for your reference.
Corrected.
061FC 503.1.1: Fire Lanes shall be provided to within 150' of all portions of the building, as
measured by an approved route around the exterior of the building. When fire lanes cannot be
provided, the fire code official is authorized to increase the dimension of 150 feet if the building
is equipped throughout with an approved, automatic fire -sprinkler system.
Department: Stormwater Engineering
Contact: Jesse Schlam, 970.218.2932, Ischlam@fcgov.com
Topic: Erosion Control
Comment Number: 1 Comment Originated: 01/28/2014
02/05/2014: Erosion Control Escrow Comment Resolved all others comments still remain for
review.
01/28/2014: Erosion Control Report had redlines on page 5 dealing with acceptable
discharges. Concrete washout is not an acceptable discharge. Erosion Control Report did not
address the following 1) Management of Contaminated Soils 2) Loading and Unloading
operations 3) Equipment. Maintenance and Fueling 4) Routine Equipment Maintenance Activities
5) Concrete washout 6) Asphalt or concrete batch plants (if no say so) 7) Seed Mixes to be
used in PLS/Ibs/Acre 8) Crimping and mulching operations with the seeding 9) What is the
current Percent Vegetation (Percent Vegetative Density not Percent of site). Erosion Control
Escrow was not calculated will this one be using the old calculation already predetermined or
will it need a new figure and if so will there need to be a new escrow submitted to the City.
Erosion Control Plan has numerous redlines please see stormwater's plans for redline
comments. Erosion Control Plan was missing an erosion control sequence chart to better
understand when things will need to be installed and removed (Please See Example placed in
the erosion Control Report to give a better idea of what is being looked for in a sequence
chart). If you need clarification concerning this, or if there are any questions please contact
Jesse Schlam 970-218-2932 or email @ jschlam aA ocq v.com
Erosion Control Report and Plan have been revised per above comments and redlines.
Contact: Wes Lamarque, 970.416.2418, wlamargueftgov.com
Topic: General
Comment Number: 2 Comment Originated: 02/03/2014
02/03/2014: Please sechedule a meeting with City Stormwater staff to discuss additional LID
options for the interior sub -basins.
A level spreader has been added to the plans that incorporate bioretention sand media. Per
communication with City personnel, the owner would like to pursue this option with the location
west of the existing CSU drain lines and is willing to modify the Development Agreement to clearly
state the owner is responsible for the maintenance of this LID feature.
Comment Number: 3 Comment Originated: 02/03/2014
02/03/2014: Please add a note on the grading and drainage plans referencing the drainage
report for the water quality Standard Operating Procedures. This will avoid having to amend the
DA where we would normally include these.
A note has been added to the plans (sheets C4.00 and C6.00)
Department: Technical Services
Contact: Jeff County, 970.221.6588, icounbocgov.com
Topic: Building Elevations
Comment Number: 1
Comment Originated: 01/29/2014
01/29/2014: Please increase size of the smaller text marked. See redlines.
Done.
Comment Number: 2 Comment Originated: 01/29/2014
01/29/2014: Please add "Subdivision" and change "2" to "Two" in the titles. See redlines.
Done.
Topic: Construction Drawings
Comment Number: 3
Comment Originated: 01/29/2014
01/29/2014: Please add "Subdivision" and change "2" to "Two" in the titles on all sheets. See
redlines.
The plans have been revised.
Comment Number: 4
Comment Originated: 01/29/2014
01/29/2014: Please correct the elevations of the benchmarks shown on sheets C0.00 & C0.01.
See redlines.
The plans have been revised.
Comment Number: 5 Comment Originated: 01/29/2014
01/29/2014: Please add "NGVD 1929 Datum Unadjusted" to the benchmark elevations on
sheets C0.00 & C0.01.
The plans have been revised.
Comment Number: 6 Comment Originated: 01/29/2014
01/29/2014: There are line over text issues on sheet C1.00. See redlines.
The plans have been revised
Comment Number: 7 Comment Originated: 01/29/2014
01/29/2014: Please mask all text within the profiles. See redlines.
The plans have been revised
Topic: Landscape Plans
Comment Number: 8
Comment Originated: 01/29/2014
01/29/2014: Please add "Subdivision" and change "2" to "Two" in the titles on all sheets. See
redlines.
The plans have been revised.
Comment Number: 9 Comment Originated: 01/29/2014
01/29/2014: Please mask all text within hatching on sheet L-2. See redlines.
The plans have been revised.
Comment Number: 10 Comment Originated: 01/29/2014
01/29/2014: There are line over text issues on sheets L-2 & L-3. See redlines.
The plans have been revised:
Comment Number: 11 Comment Originated: 01/29/2014
01/29/2014: All recording information for the easements by separate document shown on sheet
L-2 must be provided prior to mylar. See redlines.
Some of those easements are not part of this scope and have been omitted for clarity.
Comment Number: 12 Comment Originated: 01/29/2014
01129/2014: There is a text over text issue on sheet L-3. See redlines.
The plans have been revised.
Comment Number: 13 Comment Originated: 01/29/2014
01/29/2014: Please add "Master" to the title of sheet L-2, and "Details" to the title of sheet L-3.
The titles in the index on sheet L-1 and on each sheet should match. See redlines.
The plans have been revised
Topic: Plat
Comment Number: 14 Comment Originated: 01/29/2014
01/29/2014: Please add "Subdivision" in the titles on both sheets. See redlines.
Titles revised.
Comment Number: 15 Comment Originated: 01/29/2014
01/29/2014: Should "Town Homes" in the Owners signature block be one word? See redlines.
Town Homes kept as two words.
Comment Number: 16 Comment Originated: 01/30/2014
01/30/2014: Please add "name & title" to the Owners signature block. See redlines.
Added.
Comment Number: 17 Comment Originated: 01/30/2014
01/30/2014: Please add "by as of the Bella Vira Town Homes Inc." to the Notarial
Certificate. See redlines.
Added.
Comment Number: 18 Comment Originated: 01/30/2014
01/30/2014: Please add a generic lienholder signature block as a place holder, unless you
can definitively state there are no lienholders. This signature block can be removed or crossed
out prior to recording.
Block added.
Comment Number: 19 Comment Originated: 01/30/2014
01/30/2014: Please change "office of the clerk" to "office of the Engineering Department" in the
Notice Of Other Documents. See redlines.
Note has been revised.
Comment Number: 20 Comment Originated: 01/30/2014
01/30/2014: The City has no desire to have public easements through structures. These types
of easements are generally private and are handled through site covenants.
Easements have been revised and clarified.
Comment Number: 21 Comment Originated: 01/30/2014
01/30/2014: Please rectify the Title Commitment Note with Board Rule 6.10 -"depict on all such
plats all recorded and apparent rights -of -way and easements, regardless of client's wishes".
See redlines.
Current title work info to be added prior to final submittal.
Comment Number: 22 Comment Originated: 01/30/2014
01/30/2014: Please add the following note #2 under Tract Ownership And Notes. "Unless
shown or noted otherwise, all easements shown on the Plat of Bella Vira Subdivision that have
been dedicated or conveyed to the City of Fort Collins or to the public are hereby vacated.
See redlines.
Note has been revised.
Comment Number: 23 Comment Originated: 01/30/2014
01/30/2014: Please correct the scale bar & scale on sheet 2. See redlines.
Scale and bar revised.
Comment Number: 24 Comment Originated: 01/30/2014
01/30/2014: Please add the description to found monuments in the legend. See redlines.
Legend revised
Comment Number: 25 Comment Originated: 01/30/2014
01/30/2014: Please add EAE to the legend. See redlines.
Legend revised.
Comment Number: 26 Comment Originated: 01/30/2014
01/30/2014: Please look at the A,PA,U&DE. Access generally covers Ped Access. Do you
want Tract A to have separate easement designation (i.e. no ped access) than the easements
within the lots?
Sidewalks run across the front of many lots. Client wanted to keep language as is. Tract A easements
Revised.
Comment Number: 27 Comment Originated: 01/30/2014
01/30/2014: The way you have the A,PA,U&DE labeled, it appears that the easement is inside
the building areas. Please relabel (and possibly employ hatching) to make the intent clear. See
redlines.
Easements have been revised and clarified.
Comment Number: 28 Comment Originated: 01/30/2014
01/30/2014: Please label all surrounding properties with subdivision names or unplatted. See
redlines.
Labels revised
Comment Number: 29 Comment Originated: 01/3012014
01/30/2014: There is a missing recpetion number for the 9' utility easement along the south
side of Elizabeth Street. See redlines.
Number revised.
Comment Number: 30 Comment Originated: 01/30/2014
01/30/2014: Please label the tie lines as such. See redlines.
Easements have been revised.
Comment Number: 31 Comment Originated: 01/30/2014
01/30/2014: There are line over text issues on sheet 2. See redlines.
Text revised
Comment Number: 32 Comment Originated: 01/30/2014
01/30/2014: All easements must be locatable. There are missing bearings & distances, and
there are some missing tie lines. See redlines.
Easements have been revised.
Comment Number: 33 Comment Originated: 01/30/2014
01/30/2014: Is the small rectangle at the south end of the 20' waterline easement not part of it?
See redlines.
Easements have been revised.
Comment Number: 34 Comment Originated: 01/30/2014
01/30/2014: Please rotate the marked text 180 degrees. See redlines.
Text have been revised.
Comment Number: 35 Comment Originated: 01/30/2014
01/30/2014: Please correct the direction of the Basis Of Bearing shown on sheet 2. See
redlines.
Bearing direction revised
Comment Number: 36 Comment Originated: 01/30/2014
' 01/30/2014: Please provide current acceptable monument records, if you are going to use
section monuments for your Basis Of Bearings. Please email the monument records directly to
Jeff County at icounty@lggov.com.
Monument records sent 2-10-2014.
Topic: Site Plan
Comment Number: 37
Comment Originated: 01/30/2014
01/30/2014: Please add "Subdivision" and change "2" to "Two" in the titles on all sheets. See
redlines.
The plans have been revised.
Comment Number: 38
Comment Originated: 01/30/2014
01/30/2014: Please correct the elevations of the benchmarks shown on sheet SP-1. See
redlines.
The plans have been revised.
Comment Number: 39
Comment Originated: 01/30/2014
01/30/2014: Please add "Bella Vira Subdivision Filing Two" to the legal description. See
redlines.
The plans have been revised.
Comment Number: 40
Comment Originated: 01/30/2014
01/30/2014: Please add "Cover Sheet" to the title of sheet SP-1. The titles in the index on
sheet SP-1 and on each sheet should match. See redlines.
The plans have been revised.
Comment Number: 41 Comment Originated: 01/30/2014
01/30/2014: There is a line over text issue on sheet SP-2. See redlines.
The plans have been revised.
Comment Number: 42
Comment Originated: 01/30/2014
01/30/2014: All easements shown on sheet SP-2 should match what is shown on the
Subdivision Plat. See redlines.
The plans have been revised.
Comment Number: 43 Comment Originated: 01/30/2014
01/30/2014: Please add a legend for the easement abbreviations or spell them out.
A legend has been added.
Department: Water -Wastewater Engineering
Contact: Roger Buffington, 970.221.6854, rbuffington0cgov.com
Topic: Construction Drawings
Comment Number: 1 Comment Originated: 01/28/2014
01/28/2014: Move the water services for Lots 8 & 10 out of the driveways.
Utility service locations have been revised.
Comment Number: 2 Comment Originated: 01/28/2014 '
01/28/2014: Can the storm sewer crossing Bella Vita Way be lowered to eliminate the water
main lowering?
The storm sewer has been lowered and water main lowering removed.
Comment Number: 3 Comment Originated: 01/28/2014
01/28/2014: On Sht C3.02, there is a note referring to a 20" City water main adjacent to the Tract
C City Regional Pond. The City does not have a water main in this location.
The pans have been revised.
Topic: Landscape Plans
Comment Number: 4 Comment Originated: 01/28/2014
01/28/2014: Adjust trees fand shrubs to provide the required separation distances from
water/sewer mains and service lines.
Done. Trees have been located as required to avoid utilities. However, due to the concentration of
utilities required for this development, shrubs are in many cases are located near of over utilities. if
separation of shrubs from utilities were to be strictly enforced, many of these shrubs and plantings
would be eliminated.
Department: Zoning
Contact: Peter Barnes, 970.416.2355, pbarnes jfcgov.com
Topic: Site Plan
Comment Number: 1
Comment Originated: 01/09/2014
01/09/2014: Show the building setback distances on the site plan (front, rear and side
distances from building footprint to the lot lines of each lot).
The plans have been revised.
Comment Number: 2
Comment Originated: 01/09/2014
01/09/2014: The raised decks can't encroach over easements. Its unclear whether or not they
do.
The easements have been modified to avoid conflicts with decks.
The status of ash was recently downgraded to do not plant on the Front Range Tree
Recommendation List.
Done.
Comment Number: 4
01/31/2014:
Comment Originated: 01/31/2014
November 25th Conceptual Review Current Planning Comment Number 1:
Landscape Plan: the previously approved landscape and irrigation plans continue to apply to
the proposed change of use from multi -family to single-family attached residential. The LUC
section 3.2.1 describes requirements for full tree stocking along streets, tree canopy behind
sidewalks and site, and landscape area treatments on site and foundation planting around
buildings and screening.
This has been addressed In earlier submittals.
New Comment:
Street Trees are marked on the plans as not part of this scope. Why are they not being
included in the scope of this proposal? Please include street trees as part of scope or provide
justification for review of why they would not be planted as part of this scope. There are a few
ash street trees in the area shown as part of the major amendment on the original 2007 plans.
These ash trees should be changed to a street tree species on the current City of Fort Collins
Street Tree list such as Greenspire Linden. Ash is no longer being planted on City property
due to the threat of emerald ash borer moving into the Fort Collins area.
This has been addressed in earlier submittals. Street trees not part of this scope.
Comment Number: 5 Comment Originated: 01/31/2014
01/31/2014:
Please add the table found in LUC 3.2.1 G 7 to the end of tree protection note G on the plans.
Done.
Department: Internal Services
Contact: Russell Hovland, 970.416.2341, rhovland _fcgov.com
Topic: Building Insp Plan Review
Comment Number: 1 Comment Originated: 01/31/2014
01/31/2014: 1. Property line townhouses require a double 1-hour wall between units and a roof
parapet.
2. The new 2012 IRC building code will be adopted as of Feb 2014.
3. The new code will require all townhouse permits applied for after Aug 1, 2014 must
fire -sprinkler the dwelling.
4. Utilities must be provided to each townhouse and not pass thru other dwellings.
This has been addressed in earlier submittals.
Department: Light And Power
Contact: Jim Spaulding, 970.416.2772, isaauldingCdfcgov.com
Topic: General
Comment Number: 2 Comment Originated: 02/24/2014
02/24/2014: No Comments at this time from Light & Power
Noted.
Department: PFA
Comment Originated: 02/28/2014
02/28/2014: The City has decided that an outfall is needed to the toe of slope of the regional
detention pond. The storm sewer needs to be extended into the City's property.
The storm sewer system has been revised.
Comment Number: 5 Comment Originated: 02/28/2014
02/28/2014: The rain garden can be eliminated that is partially located off -site. A forebay
system should be designed where the existing outfall is located.
The rain garden has been eliminated and a sump has been added to the inlet in Bella Vita Way per
communications with City staff.
Department: Technical Services
Contact: Jeff County, 970-221.6588, 1countvWfcoov com
Topic: Construction Drawings
Comment Number: 6 Comment Originated: 01/29/2014
02/25/2014: There are line over text issues on sheet S2.00. See redlines.
01/29/2014: There are line over text issues on sheet C1.00. See redlines.
Sheet S2.00 has been removed from the set.
Comment Number: 7 Comment Originated: 01/29/2014
02/25/2014: There is still one issue on sheet C3.02.'See redlines.
01/29/2014: Please mask all text within the profiles. See redlines.
Sheet C3.02 has been revised.
Comment Number: 44
Contact: Jim Lynxwiler, 970.416-2869, lynxwiler@poudre-fire ora
Topic: General
Comment Number: 1 Comment Originated: 01/29/2014
01/29/2014: AUTOMATIC FIRE SPRINKLERS
As per prior discussions with the project team, the need for a residential sprinkler system has
been identified for Lot 3 of building envelope 1, however the site plan does not currently reflect
this. All other lots within Buildings 1 and 2 requiring a fire sprinkler system have been property
identified and labeled. Those include Lots 4,5,8,9,& 10. Please update the plans to include Lot
3. The relevant fire code is provided for your reference.
This has been addressed in earlier submittals. Done.
061FC 503.1.1: Fire Lanes shall be provided to within 150' of all portions of the building, as
measured by an approved route around the exterior of the building. When fire lanes cannot be
provided, the fire code official is authorized to increase the dimension of 150 feet if the building
is equipped throughout with an approved, automatic fire -sprinkler system.
Department: Stormwater Engineering
Contact: Wes Lamarque, 970.416.2418, wfamarauR fcaov com
Topic: General
Comment Number: 4
Comment Originated: 02/25/2014
02/25/2014: The titles for sheets S1.00, S1.01 & S2.00 in the index on sheet C0.00 do not
match the title on each of those sheets. Please correct one or the other so they match.
The structural sheets have been removed from the set and sheet C0.00 has been revised_
Comment Number: 45
Comment Originated: 02/25/2014
02/25/2014: Please provide coordinates on the subdivision boundary, so that there is a
reference for the coordinates shown for the utilities.
Coordinate information has been added.
Topic: Landscape Plans
Comment Number: 10 Comment Originated: 01/29/2014
02/25/2014: There are still line over text issues on sheet L-3. See redlines.
01/29/2014: There are line over text issues on sheets L-2 & L-3. See redlines.
Done.
Comment Number: 13 Comment Originated: 01/29/2014
02/25/2014: The titles still do not match between the index on sheet L-1 and what is shown on
each sheet.
Corrected.
01/29/2014: Please add "Master" to the title of sheet L-2, and "Details" to the title of sheet L-3.
The titles in the index on sheet L-1 and on each sheet should match. See redlines.
Done.
Topic: Plat
Comment Number: 21 Comment Originated: 01/30/2014
02/25/2014: We were informed that no title information was available at the time the Plat was
produced for this review. Please provide as available.
01/30/2014: Please rectify the Title Commitment Note with Board Rule 6.10 - "depict on all such
plats all recorded and apparent rights -of -way and easements, regardless of client's wishes".
See redlines.
Title Commitment information has been added.
Comment Number: 26 Comment Originated: 01/30/2014
02/25/2014: Per a phone conversation with the Surveyor, these designations will be looked at
and possibly changed.
01/30/2014: Please look at the A,PA,U&DE. Access generally covers Ped Access. Do you
want Tract A to have separate easement designation (i.e. no ped access) than the easements
within the lots?
Easement label has been revised.
Comment Number: 33 Comment Originated: 01/30/2014
01/30/2014: Is the small rectangle at the south end of the 20' waterline easement not part of it?
See redlines.
Dimensions have been added.
Comment Number: 34 Comment Originated: 01/30/2014
02/25/2014: There is some text that didn't get,rotated. See redlines.
01/30/2014: Please rotate the marked text 180 degrees. See redlines.
Text has been rotated.
Comment Number: 36 Comment Originated: 01/30/2014
02/25/2014: These have been provided. The monument record description for the east 1/4
comer does not match what is shown on the Plat. Please verify the monument description.
01/30/2014: Please provide current acceptable monument records, if you are going to use
section monuments for your Basis Of Bearings. Please email the monument records directly to
Jeff County at 'Lunt fc ov.com.
Monument record will be updated with correct information and submitted to DORA and the City
when complete.
Topic: Site Plan
Comment Number: 42 Comment Originated: 01/30/2014
02/25/2014: These easements do not match the Plat. All of the area outside of the stuctures, is
an Access, Pedestrian Access, Utility And Drainage Easement. If these easements are not
going to match the Plat, they should be removed.
Done.
01/30/2014: All easements shown on sheet SP-2 should match what is shown on the
Subdivision Plat. See redlines.
Department: Water -Wastewater Engineering
Contact: Roger Buffington, 970.221-6854, _rbuffinatonca
Topic: Construction Drawings
Comment Number: 5 Comment Originated: 02/25/2014
02/25/2014: Add stationing on the sewer services.
Stationing for sewer services is located on Sheet C3.01.
Comment Number: 6 Comment Originated: 02/25/2014
02/25/2014: Add the Tracer Wire and Locator Station standard details.
The details have been added.
F6rt Collins
Current
Planning
PO Box 580 * Fort Collins, CO 80522
970.221.6750 * 970.224.6134 -fax
DATE: January 7, 2014
PROJECT
COMMENT
TO: Development Review Engineering
PROJECT PLANNER: Pete Wray
SHEET
FDP140001 Bella Vira Filing 2 (combined Major
Amendment/Final Plan) - Type II
Please return all comments to the project planner no later than
the staff review meeting:
January 29, 2014
Note - Please identifv vour redlines for future reference
❑ No Problems
❑ Problems or Concerns (see below, attached, or ACCELA)
If you do not have access to the Accela program, please send your comments via
email to: pwray a@f egov. com
Name (please print)
CHECK HERE IF YOU WISH TO RECEIVE COPIES OF REVISIONS
_Plat _Site _Drainage Report _Other
_Utility _Redline Utility _Landscape
Responses to November 25, Conceptual Review regarding the Bella Virg Phase 2 ReplaNMaJor Amendment
December 31, 2013
Re: Bella Vira - Single Family Attached
Description of project: This is a request to replat the northeast portion of Bella Vira Phase II located at the
southwest comer of West Elizabeth Street and Overland Trail (Parcel # 97174-19-004). The existing,
approved Bella Vira plans call for condominiums in this location; this proposal seeks to replat to 25 lots for
single family attached units with individual utilities. The site is located in the Low Density Mixed -Use
Neighborhood (L-M-N) Zone District. The proposal will be subject to a major amendment.
Please see the foliowing'summary of comments regarding the project request referenced above. The
comments offered informally by staff during the Conceptual Review will assist you in preparing the detailed
components of the project application. Modifications and additions to these comments may be made at the
time of formal review of this project. If you have any questions regarding these comments or the next steps in
the review process, you may contact the individual commenter or direct your questions through the Project
Planner, Pete Wray, at 970-221-6754 or pwray@fcgov.com.
Comment Summary:
Department: Zoning
Contact: Peter Barnes, 970.416.2355, obam2l@fwv.com
1. The portion of the development which contains the approved multifamily dwellings and which is the
subject of the proposed replat is located in the LMN zone. Multi -family in the LMN is normally subject to
a Type 1 Review. However, the original development was processed as a Type 2 review due to the
single-family cluster development for the single family lots located in the RF zone.
The proposed replat and housing type change from multi -family to attached, single family requires a
Major Amendment. City staff met on Nov. 22, 2013 to review Section 2.2.10(B)(1) of the LUC pertaining to
Major Amendments in order to determine the appropriate process for the changes. This section states
that:
"Major amendments to development plans or site specific development plans approved under this Code
shall be reviewed and processed in the same manner as required for the original development plan for
which amendment is sought!
Since the original development and plat were processed as a Type 2, any subsequent major amendment
and/or replat must also be processed as a Type 2, even though the use is allowed in the zone as a
Acknowledged Type 1. -
2. Setbacks from lot lines and right-of-way lines for residential buildings are regulated by Sec. 3.5.2(D). A
minimum 30' building setback to an arterial street (Overland Trail) is required and a minimum 15' setback
is required to other streets (Elizabeth). The plan shows buildings to be located at setbacks less than the
minimum. A modification will be needed to reduce the required setbacks.
The previously approved site plan allowed the "less than minimum" setbacks. The existing site layout and building design
was predicated on this accepted condition
The 18" reduction at Overland Trail Is less than 5% of the 30'setback and the 16" reduction at the comer of one building
at West Elizabeth is less than 9% of the 15'setback. Neither of these conditions are In any way detrimental to the public
good and meet the conditions of Section 2.8.2 (H) (4) of the Land Use Code. Specifically these setbacks do not diverge
from the standards of the Land Use Code authorized by this Division to be modified except In a nominal, Inconsequential
way when considered from the perspective of the entire development plan, and will continue to advance the purposes of
the Land Use Code as contained In Section 1.2.2.
Department: Water -Wastewater Engineering
Contact: Roger Buffington, 970.221.6854, rbuftingtonMUov.com
1. Water mains and sanitary sewers for this area are included in the approved utility plans for Bella Vira.
Acknowledged
2. The utility plans for multi -family portion of Bella Vera must be revised to provide separate water and
sewer services for each unit which will now be on separate platted lots.
The utility plans are revised to provide for separate water and sewer services for each unit
3. The water conservation standards for landscape and irrigation will apply. Information on these
requirements can be found at: httD://www.fcgov.com/standards.
Water conservation standards are Incorporated.
4. Development fees and water rights will be due at building permit.
Acknowledged
Department: Stormwater Engineering
Contact: Glen Schlueter, 970-224.6065, uschlueterlftov.com
1. 1. A drainage addendum letter to the drainage report should be sufficient to document the changes and
impacts to the approved drainage plan for Bella Vira and to discuss the water quality measures being
provided. The letter needs to address the four -step process for selecting structural BMPs. Also
standard operating procedures (SOPs) must be prepared for each of the BMPs being used on the site.
They must be prepared by a Professional Engineer registered in Colorado.
A drainage addendum letter Is Included with this submittal.
A SWMP (Erosion Control Repot) prepared by a PE licensed In Colorado is Included.
SOP's for each BMP has been included.
2. 2. Low Impact Development (LID) requirements went into effect March 11, 2013. These require a higher
degree of water quality treatment for50% of the new impervious area and 25% of new paved areas must
be pervious. Please contact Basil Hamdan at 224-6035 or bhamdan@fcgov.com for more information.
There is also more information on the EPA web site at: http:/twalbr.epa.gov/polwaste/green/bbfs.cftn?
goback=.gde 4605732 member_219392996.
Our Civil Engineers consulted with Basil Hamden, and have incorporated an approved use of Low Impact Development
design for stomwater drainage.
The UDs have been addressed in the Addendum Letter.