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HomeMy WebLinkAboutRIGDEN FARM FILING NINETEEN - PDP/FDP - FDP150035 - SUBMITTAL DOCUMENTS - ROUND 1 - PLANNING OBJECTIVESPage 1 October 6, 2015 Rigden Farm Filing Nineteen The project is located in the Rigden Farm Subdivision and was originally platted as Filing Six, Lots M8 and M9. These lots were specifically called out in the approved Filing Six plans as Multi-Dwelling lots and identified as 3-plex units. The intent of this application is to subdivide the “superblocks” into lots that can be sold as townhomes. Block 8, which is located at the southwest corner of William Neal Parkway and Bryce Drive will be subdivided into three lots – Block 1, Lots 1 through 3. Block 9, which is located at the southeast corner of William Neal Parkway and Bryce Drive will be subdivided into three lots – Block 2, Lots 1 through 3. The lots average in size from 2,995 sq. ft. to 4,623 sq. ft. As mentioned above, there will be two 3-plex buildings constructed, with a total of 6 units. Overall density is 11.09 dwelling units per acre. The parcels are located in the MMN zone district. This project will be subject to Administrative (Type I) review. A Minor Amendment is also being processed concurrently with this plat to approve the site plan, landscape plan and building elevations. The buildings will be two stories in height and will contain 3 units per building. The building materials and finishes will consist of a combination of 6” hardboard lap siding and board and batten siding with synthetic stone accents. The roofs will have asphalt composition shingles. Meter banks and mechanical equipment will be screened. Each unit will have its own rear-loaded 2-car garage. Access points into the 2 sites are from Bryce Drive. The area surrounding Lot M8 and M9 contains a mix of single family detached, with a few townhomes, condominiums and patio homes. The site is ideal for this type of density as it matches the existing approved Filing Six. The proposed project is located within walking and biking distance to schools, churches, and a shopping center, thus representing a reduction in the amount of cars on the streets. (i) Statement of appropriate City Plan Principles and Policies achieved by the proposed plan: This proposal meets the applicable City Plan Principles and Policies: Economic Health Principle EH 4: The City will encourage the redevelopment of strategic areas within the community as defined in the Community and Neighborhood Livability and Neighborhood Principles and Policies. Policy EH 4.1 –Prioritize Targeted Redevelopment Areas Policy EH 4.2 – Reduce Barriers to Infill Development and Redevelopment This project will provide a compact urban redevelopment project that is in an ideal location, is within walking or biking distance to many destinations and is within an established neighborhood. Community and Neighborhood Livability Page 2 Principle LIV 7: A variety of housing types and densities for all income levels shall be available throughout the Growth Management Area. Policy LIV 7.1 – Encourage Variety in Housing Types and Locations Policy LIV 7.4 – Maximize Land for Residential Development The project will construct a single-family attached product, which provides a variety of housing types and densities in a neighborhood that is well-served by public transportation and close to shopping, services, and amenities. Principle LIV 10: The city’s streetscapes will be designed with consideration to the visual character and the experience of users and adjacent properties. Together, the layout of the street network and the streets themselves will contribute to the character, form, and scale of the city. Policy LIV 10.2 – Incorporate Street Trees The project will complete the existing streetscape by providing street trees. The public street network has already been established with the previous construction. Principle LIV 21: New neighborhoods will be integral parts of the broader community structure, connected through shared facilities such as streets, schools, parks, transit stops, trails, civic facilities, and a Neighborhood Commercial Center or Community Commercial District. Policy LIV 21.2 – Design Walkable Blocks Policy LIV 21.4 – Provide Access to Transit The project is located within walking or biking distance to transit, shopping, neighborhood services, bank and schools. Principle LIV 22: The design of residential neighborhoods should emphasize creativity, diversity, and individuality, be responsive to its context, and contribute to a comfortable, interesting community. Policy LIV 22.1 – Vary Housing Models and Types Policy LIV 22.5 – Create Visually Interesting Streetscapes Policy LIV 22.8 – Reduce the Visual Prominence of Garages and Driveways The project is designed to reflect the characteristics of the existing established residential neighborhood. The buildings have entrances orienting to the street and sidewalks, private outdoor space, and individual identities. The garages are rear-loaded and visibility from the public streets will be minimized. Principle LIV 31: Each commercial District should feature a mix of uses and an attractive and inviting public realm that encourages pedestrian activity, reinforces the unique identify of the District, and complements the scale and character of surrounding neighborhoods. Policy LIV 31.7 – Housing The project offers a variety of housing options within the MMN district. The housing type along the district edge is compatible with the scale and massing of the surrounding neighborhoods. Transportation Page 3 Principle T 8: Transportation that provides opportunities for residents to lead healthy and active lifestyles will be promoted. Policy T 8.1 – Support Active Transportation Policy T 8.2 – Design for Active Living The entire Rigden Farm neighborhood supports active lifestyles by providing on-street sidewalks, designated bike lanes, bike and walking trails. Principle T 9: Enhanced Travel Corridors will contain amenities and designs that specifically promote walking, the use of mass transit, and bicycling. Policy T 9.1 – Locating Enhanced Travel Corridors The closest Enhanced Travel Corridor is Zeigler Road. Principle T10: Using transit will be a safe, affordable, easy, and convenient mobility option for all ages and abilities. Policy T 10.1 – Transit Stops The closest transit stop is on Kansas Drive. Principle T11: Bicycling will be a safe, easy, and convenient mobility option for all ages and abilities The location of Lots M8 and M9 will promote and support the idea of the residents utilizing alternative modes of transportation (walking/biking) or public transportation. There are bike lanes or sidewalks on all of the public streets. (ii) Description of proposed open space, wetlands, natural habitats and features, landscaping, circulation, transition areas, and associated buffering on site and in the general vicinity of the project. There are no wetlands or significant natural habitats within the boundaries of the site. Pedestrian connections are provided throughout this phase of the development. (iii) Statement of proposed ownership and maintenance of public and private open space areas; applicant's intentions with regard to future ownership of all or portions of the project development plan. The developer will construct the Townhomes and sell them to buyers. (iv) Estimate of number of employees for business, commercial, and industrial uses. n/a (v) Description of rationale behind the assumptions and choices made by the applicant. The rationale behind the project is to provide a townhome project that the market desires. (vi) The applicant shall submit as evidence of successful completion of the applicable criteria, the completed documents pursuant to these regulations for each proposed use. The planning Director may require, or the applicant may choose to submit, evidence that is beyond what is required in that section. Any variance from the criteria shall be described. Page 4 At this time the project is not proposing any variance from the City of Fort Collins criteria. (vii) Narrative description of how conflicts between land uses or disturbances to wetlands, natural habitats and features and or wildlife are being avoided to the maximum extent feasible or are mitigated. There are no known existing wetlands, natural habitats or features currently located on site. (viii) Written narrative addressing each concern/issue raised at the neighborhood meeting(s), if a meeting has been held. A neighborhood meetings is not required for this type of use. (ix) Name of the project as well as any previous name the project may have had during Conceptual Review. The project has not been to Conceptual Review.