HomeMy WebLinkAboutRIGDEN FARM FILING NINETEEN - Filed CS-COMMENT SHEETS - 2016-09-07Fo""lI`s
November 10, 2015
Cathy Mathis
TBGroup
444 Mountain Ave
Berthoud, CO 80513
Community Development and Neighborhood Services
281 North College Avenue PO Box 580
Fort Collins, CO 80522
RE: Rigden Farm Filing Nineteen, FDP150035, Round Number 1
970.221.6750
970.224.6134 - fax
fcgov.com/developmentreview
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, Noah
Beals, at 970-416-2313 ornbeals@fcgov.com.
Department: Engineering Development Review
Contact: Marc Ragasa, 970.221.6603, mraaasa(&fcaov.com
Topic: General
Comment Number: 1 Comment Originated: 11/03/2015
11/03/2015: Engineering would not support the location of the proposed chase, due to the close
proximity to the existing sidewalk chase. Consider moving the sidewalk chase to the north of the
driveway or tie in to the existing sidewalk chase. Consider combining the two sidewalk chases to
one larger chase.
RESPONSE: The proposed sidewalk chase has been relocated to the south and the location
coordinated with staff.
Comment Number: 4 Comment Originated: 11/04/2015
11/04/2015: The entrance angle for all driveway approaches shall be near 90 degrees to the
centerline of the street for a minimum of 25' from the curb or edge of.pavement. The driveway
needs to be tapered instead of the sharp curve if the driveway meets the 10 degree difference.
RESPONSE: The driveway has been realigned to be 90 degrees to th"treet.
Comment Number: 6 Comment Originated: 11/04/2015
11/04/2015: Label all details for on -site improvements as "On-SiteOnly"
RESPONSE: The on -site details have been labeled as requested.
Topic: Plat
Comment Number: 2 Comment Originated: 11/03/2015
11/03/2015: The 5' Easement to the south of Block 2 currently doesn't existing. If
you are proposing on dedicating this easement, please label thetype.
RESPONSE: The proposed easements have been labeled.
Comment Number: 3 Comment Originated: 11/03/2015
11/03/2015: The easement to the south of Block 1, Lot M 8 was originally platted as a Utility
easement, but Utility Plans show a drainage easement as well. Please call out a`drainage
phase 120/208V transformer feeding the gas station.
Response: We intend to use the existing power currently servicing the building, but we will make this contact
at the time of building design.
Comment Number: 2
Comment Originated: 01/07/2016
01/07/2016: System modification charges will apply if electrical infrastructure
needs to be relocated. Developer is responsbile for relocation of any
secondary lines.
Response: Noted.
Comment Number: 3
Comment Originated: 01/07/2016
01/07/2016: Please show utility transformer on the utility plans to ensure it is
located on the dedicated utility easement.
Response: The existing transformer to remain is now labeled on the Utility Plan.
Department: PFA
Contact: Jim Lynxwiler, 970-416.2869, jlvnxwilerdmoudre-fire.ora
Topic: General
Comment Number: 1
01/05/2016: FIRE CONTAINMENT
Comment Originated: 01/05/2016
Should the building exceed 5000 square feet, it shall be sprinklered or fire
contained.
Response: The building will remain at just under 3,000 square feet.
Comment Number: 2
Comment Originated: 01/05/2016
01/05/2016: GROUP A-2 OCCUPANCY
Be advised that any Group A-2 occupancy with an occupant load greater than
99 persons will require the building to have an automatic fire sprinkler system
installed.
Response: Occupancy shall not exceed 99 persons due to building size.
Comment Number: 3 Comment Originated: 01/05/2016
01/05/2016: COMMERCIAL KITCHEN HOODS
IFC 609.2: A Type I hood shall be installed at or above all commercial cooking
appliances and domestic cooking appliances used for commercial purposes
that produce grease vapors.
Response: Acknowledged.
Comment Number: 4
Comment Originated: 01/05/2016
01/05/2016: UNDERGROUND STORAGE TANKS
Permit required for removal of all UST's. Contact Assistant Fire Marshal, Ron
Gonzales with questions at 970-416-2864.
Response: Noted. The USTs will be removed by the seller as part of the purchase contract.
Department: Stormwater Engineering
Contact: Dan Mogen, , dmoaengbfcgov.com
Topic: General
Comment Number: 2 Comment Originated: 01/07/2016
01/07/2016: Please provide additional details for the proposed swale
including:
- Curb cut inlets
- Peat/sand mix specifications
- Profile
- Outlet to curb chase (curb & gutter details would also be helpful)
Response: We have provided these details on the Grading and Utility Plan.
Comment Number: 3 Comment Originated: 01/07/2016
01/07/2016: In the drainage report, please indicate the impervious area that will
drain thru the swale to document the area of additional water quality treatment.
Response: The impervious area routing through the swale is now depicted.
Comment Number: 4 Comment Originated: 01/07/2016
01/07/2016: Per discussion, I believe the curb chase called out on the eastern
island is not needed. Please remove call out.
Response: The call out at this location has been removed.
Department: Technical Services
Contact: Jeff County, 970-221.6588, icountvnfcoov.com
Topic: Building Elevations
Comment Number: 12 Comment Originated: 01/07/2016
01/07/2016: Please add a comma to the subdivision plat names as marked.
See redlines.
Comment Number: 13 Comment Originated: 01/07/2016
01/07/2016: There are line over text issues. See redlines.
Topic: Construction Drawings
Comment Number: 14 Comment Originated:
01/07/2016
01/07/2016: Please add a comma to the subdivision plat names as marked.
See redlines.
Comment Number: 15 Comment Originated:
01/07/2016
01/07/2016: There is text that needs to be rotated 180 degrees. See redlines.
Comment Number: 16 Comment Originated:
01/07/2016
01/07/2016: There are line over text issues. See redlines.
Comment Number: 17 Comment Originated:
01/07/2016
01/07/2016: Please correct the distance along the south property line. It does
not match the platted distance of 181.54'. See redlines.
Topic: Landscape Plans
Comment Number: 5 Comment Originated: 01/07/2016
01/07/2016: Please add a comma to the subdivision plat names as marked.
See redlines.
Comment Number: 6 Comment Originated: 01/07/2016
01/07/2016: There is text that needs to be rotated 180 degrees. See redlines.
Comment Number: 7 Comment Originated: 01/07/2016
01/07/2016: There are line over text issues. See redlines.
Comment Number: 8 Comment Originated: 01/07/2016
01/07/2016: Please correct the distance along the south property line. It does
not match the platted distance of 181.54. See redlines.
Comment Number: 9 Comment Originated: 01/07/2016
01/07/2016: There is text that needs to be masked. Mask all text in hatched
areas. See redlines.
Comment Number: 10 Comment Originated: 01/07/2016
01/07/2016: There is text that needs the size increased. See redlines.
Comment Number: 11 Comment Originated: 01/07/2016
01/07/2016: There are cutoff text issues. See redlines.
Topic: Site Plan
Comment Number: 1 Comment Originated: 01/07/2016
01/07/2016: Please add a comma to the subdivision plat names as marked.
See redlines.
Comment Number: 2 Comment Originated: 01/07/2016
01/07/2016: There is text that needs to be rotated 180 degrees. See redlines.
Comment Number: 3 Comment Originated: 01/07/2016
01/07/2016: There are line over text issues. See redlines.
Comment Number: 4 Comment Originated: 01/07/2016
01/07/2016: Please correct the distance along the south property line. It does
not match the platted distance of 181.54'. See redlines.
Response: All comments from Technical Services regarding text issues are revised accordingly.
Department: Water -Wastewater Engineering
Contact: Dan Mogen, , dmogen6fcgov.com
Topic: General
Comment Number: 1 Comment Originated: 01/07/2016
01/07/2016: Per discussion, it is understood that the desire is to replace the
existing 3/4" water tap with a 1" tap. Please add information to the note to
better indicate the changes and include that the service change is to be
coordinated with Water Field Operations at (970)221-6700.
Response: The note has been revised to more clearly depict our intention to completely removing the 3/4"
service line and replacing it with a 1" service line and meter.
Department: Zoning
Contact: Noah Beals, 970-416.2313, nbealsb-fcgov.com
Topic: General
Comment Number: 1 Comment Originated: 01/07/2016
01/07/2016: The enclosed patio area on the east side of the building appears
to leave no room for pedestrian to get by or the overhang for the reduce vehicle
stalls along there.
Response: There is 4.5 feet between the curb face and the railing surrounding the patio. These stalls have
been lengthened to 19 feet and wheel stops have been added to ensure room for pedestrains.
Comment Number: 2 Comment Originated: 01/07/2016
01/07/2016: Where is the walk-in access separate from the main service gate
on the trash/recycling enclosure?
Response: Walk-in access has been added to the trash enclosure.
F6rt Collins
February 18, 2016
Cathy Mathis
TBGroup
444 Mountain Ave.
Fort Collins, CO 80524
Community Developmentand Neighborhood Services
281 North College Avenue PO Box 580
Fort Collins, CO 80522
RE: Rigden Farm Lots M8 and M9, MA150090, Round Number 1
970.221.6750
970.224.6134 - fax
fcgov.comIdevelopmentreview
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, Noah Beals,
at 970-416-2313 ornbeals@fcgov.com.
Department: Engineering Development Review
Contact: Marc Ragasa, 970.221.6603, mraaasaCtDfcaov.com
Topic: General
Comment Number: 1 Comment Originated: 10/28/2015
10/28/2015: Please route the proposed drainage to the existing chase to the south. This will also
allow for the drive to meet City standards and align properly.
RESPONSE: Drainage has been resolved.
Department: PFA
Contact: Jim Lynxwiler, 970-416-2869, ilv, nxwiler : noudre-fire.ora
Topic: General
Comment Number: 1 Comment Originated: 10/28/2015
10/28/2015: WATER SUPPLY
A hydrant is required within 400' of any individual, single family residence. My map book shows the
closest hydrant to the west, on the corner of William Neal Parkway and Chase Dr. however, more
recent changes to the utility infrastructure may now provide other hydrants in the area. If the hydrant
on Chase and Neal Pkwy is still the closest hydrant, then approval of the Minor Amendment will be
contingent on providing another hydrant. It is the responsibility of the applicant to verify hydrant
location, pressure, and volume. Code language provided below.
RESPONSE: There is an existing fire hydrant at the corner of Bryce Drive and William Neal
Parkway and this location has been verified.
> IFC 508.1 and Appendix B: RESIDENTIAL REQUIREMENTS: Within the Urban Growth Area,
hydrants to provide 1,000 gpm at 20 psi residual pressure, spaced not further than 400 feet to the
building, on 800-foot centers thereafter.
Department: Stormwater Engineering
Contact: Jesse Schlam, 970-218-2932, ischlam fcaov.com
Topic: Erosion Control
Comment Number: 1 Comment Originated: 10/26/2015
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10/26/2015: No Comment from Erosion Control. This revision does not significantly affect the current
erosion control materials. If you need clarification concerning the erosion control section, or if there
are any questions please contact Jesse Schlam 970-218-2932 or email @jschlam@fcgov.com
RESPONSE: Acknowledged.
Contact: Wes Lamarque, 970-416-2418, wlam_ araue0fcyovcom
Topic: General
Comment Number: 2 Comment Originated: 10/29/2015
10/29/2015: A revised detailed grading plan is required.
RESPONSE: Grading plan is included.
Comment Number: 3 Comment Originated: 10/29/2015
10/29/2015: Please provide a letter documenting the proposed impervious area is in conformance
with the approved drainage report.
RESPONSE: A drainage letter is included.
Comment Number: 4 Comment Originated: 10/29/2015
10/29/2015: Please contact Wes Lamarque at 970-416-2418 to discuss water services.
RESPONSE: Acknowledged.
Department: Technical Services
Contact: Jeff County, 970-221-6688, jcountv(Qfcaov.com
Topic: Building Elevations
Comment Number: 1 Comment Originated: 10/28/2015
10/28/2015: Please change "Lots M8 & M9" to "Rigden Farm Filing Nineteen". See redlines.
RESPONSE: The title has been changed.
Topic: Landscape Plans
Comment Number: 2 Comment Originated: 10/28/2015
10/28/2015: Please change "Rigden Farm Lots M8 & M9" & "Rigden Farm 6th Filing Lots M8 & M9"
to "Rigden Farm Filing Nineteen". See redlines.
RESPONSE: The title has been changed.
Topic: Site Plan
Comment Number: 3 Comment Originated: 10/28/2015
10/28/2015: Please change "Rigden Farm 6th Filing Lots M8 & M9" to "Rigden Farm Filing
Nineteen". See redlines.
RESPONSE: Title has been changed.
Comment Number: 4 Comment Originated: 10/28/2015
10/28/2015: There are line over text issues. See redlines.
RESPONSE: Line over text fixed.
Comment Number: 5 Comment Originated: 10/28/2015
10/28/2015: Please revise the legal description as marked. See redlines.
RESPONSE: Legal revised.
easement on the plat.
RESPONSE: A proposed 5' drainage easement is being added to the existing 5' utility easement
and are so noted on the plat.
Department: Environmental Planning
Contact: Rebecca Everette, 970-416-2626, reverette0fcgov.com
Topic: General
Comment Number: 1 , Comment Originated: 11/02/2015
11/02/2015: With respect to landscaping and design, the City of Fort Collins Land
Use Code, in Article 3.2.1 (E)(3), requires that you use low -water -use plants and grasses in your
landscaping or re -landscaping and reduce bluegrass lawns as much as possible.
RESPONSE: The plant material used is low-water
Comment Number: 2 Comment Originated: 11/02/2015
11/02/2015: Please be aware, the creation or enforcement of covenants that prohibit or limit
xeriscape or drought -tolerant landscapes, or that require primarily turf -grass are prohibited by both
the State of Colorado and the City of FortCollins.
RESPONSE: Acknowledged.
Department: Light And Power
Contact: Coy Althoff,, CAlthofffcaov.com
Topic: General
Comment Number: 1 Comment Originated: 11/04/2015
11/0412015: Light & Power has existing facilities in the area. Electric Capacity Fee, Building Site
charges and any system modification charges necessary will apply to this development.
RESPONSE: Acknowledged.
Comment Number: 2 Comment Originated: 11/04/2015
11/04/2015: Contact Light and Power Engineering to coordinate the transformer and electric meter
locations, please show the locations on the utility plans.
RESPONSE: The existing transformer location is reflected on the utility plan and was coordinated
with staff.
Comment Number: 3 Comment Originated: 11/04/2015
11/04/2015: Streetlights will be placed along public streets. A 40 feet separation on both sides of
the light is required between canopy trees and streetlights. A 15 feet separation on both sides of the
light is required between ornamental trees and streetlights.
RESPONSE: We have requested a street light plan from Light and Power.
Comment Number: 4 Comment Originated: 11/04/2015
11/04/2015: Please contact Light & Power Engineering if you have any questions at 221-6700.
Please reference our policies, development charge processes, and use our fee estimator at
http://www.fcgov. com/utilities/business/builders-and-developers.
RESPONSE: Acknowledged.
Department: PFA
Contact: Jim Lynxwiler, 970-416-2869, jlynxwiler(Qaoudre-fire.ora
Topic: General
Comment Number: 1 Comment Originated: 11/02/2015
11/02/2015: WATER SUPPLY
A hydrant is required within 400' of any individual, single family residence. My map book shows the
closest hydrant to the west, on the intersection of William Neal Parkway and Chase Dr. however,
the submitted plans show a hydrant on the corner of Bryce Dr. and William Neal Parkway. It is the
responsibility of the applicant to verify hydrant location, pressure, and volume. Code language
provided below.
RESPONSE: There is an existing fire hydrant at the corner of Bryce Drive and William Neal
Parkway and this location has been field verified.
> IFC 508.1 and Appendix B: RESIDENTIAL REQUIREMENTS: Within the Urban Growth Area;
hydrants to provide 1,000 gpm at 20 psi residual pressure, spaced not further than 400 feet to the
building, on 800-foot centers thereafter.
Department: Stormwater Engineering
Contact: Jesse Schlam, 970=218-2932, jschlam ggov.com
Topic: Erosion Control
10/26/2015: No Comment from Erosion Control. The erosion control materials submitted met city
requirements. If you need clarification concerning the erosion control section, or if there are any
questions please contact Jesse Schlam
970-218-2932 or email @jschlam@fcgov.com
RESPONSE: Acknowledged.
Department: Technical Services
Contact: Jeff County, 970-221-6688, icountv{g?fcaov.com
Topic: Construction Drawings
Comment Number: 1 Comment Originated: 11/03/2015
11/03/2015: Please revise the title to match the title on the Subdivision Plat.
RESPONSE: The title has been revised to reflect the Nineteenth Filing.
Comment Number: 2 Comment Originated: 11/03/2015
11/03/2015: The City has moved to the NAVD88 vertical datum, and as ofJanuary
1, 2015 all projects are required to be on NAVD88 datum. Please provide the following information
in the EXACT format shown below.
RESPONSE: Notes revised as requested.
PROJECT DATUM: NAVD88
BENCHMARK # w/ DESCRIPTION ELEVATION:
BENCHMARK # w/ DESCRIPTION ELEVATION:
PLEASE NOTE: THIS PLAN SET IS USING NAVD88 FOR A VERTICAL DATUM. SURROUNDING
DEVELOPMENTS HAVE USED NGVD29 UNADJUSTED FOR THEIR VERTICAL DATUMS.
IF NGVD29 UNADJUSTED DATUM IS REQUIRED FOR ANY PURPOSE, THE FOLLOWING
EQUATION SHOULD BE USED: NGVD29 UNADJUSTED = NAVD88
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Comment Number: 3 Comment Originated: 11/03/2015
11/03/2015: All benchmark statements need to match on all sheets.
RESPONSE: Notes revised as requested.
Comment Number: 4 Comment Originated: 11/03/2015
11/03/2015: There are line over text issues. See redlines.
RESPONSE: Conflicts have been corrected.
Topic: Plat
Comment Number: 6 Comment Originated: 11/03/2015
11/03/2015: Please change "Engineering Department" in the Notice of Other Documents statement
to "Clerk". See redlines.
RESPONSE: NOTE CHANGED
Comment Number: 6 Comment Originated: 11/03/2015
11/03/2015: The Vacation Statement is not necessary, because there are no easements to be
vacated. The Owner cannot vacate previously platted easements. See redlines.
RESPONSE: NOTE REMOVED `
Comment Number: 7 . Comment Originated: 11/03/2015
11/03/2015: Please add "Lot" to the Basis Of Bearings And Lineal Unit Definition statement. See
redlines.
RESPONSE: NOTE CHANGED
Comment Number: 8 Comment Originated: 11/03/2015
11/03/2015: Please label the type of easement along the south lines of Lots 1-3. See redlines.
11/04/2015: Please add "dedicated by this plat" to all easements to be dedicated by this plat.
RESPONSE: LABELS ADDED TO EASEMENTS
Department: Traffic Operation
Contact: Martina Wilkinson, 970-221-6887, mwilkinsonnafcgov.com
Topic: General
Comment Number: 1 Comment Originated: 11/04/2015
11/04/2015: no comments
RESPONSE: Acknowledged.
Department: Water -Wastewater Engineering
Contact: Wes Lamarque, 970-416-2418, wiamaraueb-fcaov.com
Topic: General
Comment Number: 1 Comment Originated: 11/06/2015
11/06/2015: Please revise the joint water service detail per redlines. A public curb stop is required
before the service splits into individual owner services.
RESPONSE: A public curb stop has been added to the detail.
Department: Zoning
Contact: Noah Beals, 970-416-2313, nbeals fcaov.com
Topic: General
Comment Number: 1 Comment Originated: 11/03/2015
11/03/2015: The Planning approval signature block needs to be corrected to read Director of
Community Development and Neighborhood Services. Also please remove the City clerk line.
RESPONSE: The signature block has been changed.
Comment Number: 2 Comment Originated: 11/03/2015
11/03/2015: How does each lot legally access theirgarages?
RESPONSE: An access easement has been added along each of the shared driveways for legal
access to each unit.
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January13, 2016 Response to Comments by The Dimension Group, January 22, 2016
Greg Meeter
CONFLUENT DEVELOPMENT
2240 BLAKE ST SUITE 200
Denver, CO 80205
RE: Mod Pizza - Centre and Shields, MA150109, Round Number 1
Community Development and
Neighborhood Services
281 North College Avenue
PO Box 580
Fort Collins, CO 80522
970.221.6750
970.224.6134 - fax
fagov. coMdavelopmentraviaw
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, Noah Beals, at 970-416-2313 or nbeals@fcgov.com.
Comment Summary:
Department: Planning Services
Contact: Clay Frickey, 970-224.6045, cfrickevMcgov.com
Topic: General
Comment Number: 1
Comment Originated: 01/06/2016
01/06/2016: Please update the land use summary table on the site plan to
show the number of parking spaces required and the number of parking spaces
provided.
Response: The summary table has been updated.
Comment Number: 3
Comment Originated: 01/06/2016
01/06/2016: There is no bicycle parking shown on the site plan. You will need
to provide a minimum of four bicycle parking spaces for this development.
Response: We intend to keep the existing bicycle rack, which provides for a minimum of 4 bicycles. The
existing bicycle rack is now called out on the Site Plan.
Topic: Landscape Plans
Comment Number: 2 Comment Originated: 01/06/2016
01/06/2016: Which trees are acting as mitigation for the trees to be removed
as part of this project? The landscape plan only shows 7 trees while the project
narrative says that 8 mitigation trees will be provided. The trees shown in the
landscape islands cannot count for mitigation since those are required per Land
Use Code section 3.2.1(E)(5)(c). Please provide additional trees for mitigation
and identify them clearly on the landscape plan.
Response: We have provided additional trees and shrubs for mitigation of the 4 trees we propose to remove.
These trees are identified with " ** " in the Landscape Plan.
Department: Engineering Development Review
Contact: Marc Ragasa, 970.221.6603, mragasaftfcoov.com
Topic: General
Comment Number: 1 Comment Originated: 01/07/2016
01/07/2016: 2. Please add the standard sidewalk repair note to the utility plan
and the site plan:
"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."
Response: The repair note has been added to the Site Plan and Grading & Utility Plan.
Comment Number: 2
Comment Originated: 01/07/2016
01/07/2016: ADA ramps will be needed at the driveway on Centre Avenue.
Please also reference the ADA Ramp LCUASS 1603 Detail on the Site Plan.
Response: We now provide the specified ramp at the northeast comer of the site.
Comment Number: 3
Comment Originated: 01/07/2016
01/07/2016: Please label all sidewalk widths on the Site Plan.
Response: All existing and proposed sidewalk widths are now dimensioned.
Comment Number: 4
Comment Originated: 01/07/2016
01/07/2016: Plans call for the addition of a greace interceptor and grease line.
Please verify check with Utilities to see if they will require separate Utility Plans
for this addition. Also check with Stormwater if they need updated drainage
plans. If they are required, Utility Plans will need to be approved prior to the
approval of this Minor Amendment.
Response: We will work with Utilities to provide what they need. A drainage compliance letter was
submitted.
Department: Forestry
Contact: Tim Buchanan, 970-221.6361, tbuchananb-fcgov.com
Topic: Landscape Plans
Comment Number: 1
Comment Originated: 01/07/2016
01/07/2016:
Forestry comments relative to existing tree 12,13,14, and 15. These trees are
shown for removal:
Forestry has determined that there there is a significant impact to existing trees
12,14 and 15 with the proposed construction of the 18 foot parapet.
12 L Crabapple 16 inch diameter in fair minus condition
14 1 Blue spruce 12 inch diameter in fair minus condition
15 L Blue spruce 15 inches in fair minus condition
Existing trees 12,14 and 15 have branches that overhang the current building
roof and are located only a small distance from the wall. These three trees are
rated in a fair minus condition and in the case of the spruce have received an
excessive amount canopy raising by pruning of lower branches. Their position
so close to the wall and the existing canopy spread would result in them
receiving a significant impact to their root systems and canopies from the
proposed construction. Unfortunately the impact from the proposed construction
warrants the need for removal of existing trees 12,14 and 15. These three tree
removals must be mitigated based on the assessment provided by City of Fort
Collins Forestry at the site evaluation. The plan currently provides for the
required number of mitigation trees but tree sizes need to change for shade
trees to 3.0 inch caliper.
Existing tree number 13 is located further away from the parapet and doesn4t
appear to be impacted from its construction. There is not a construction reason
to remove this tree.
13 L Blue spruce 15 inch diameter in fair minus condition
As with the other spruce this tree has also received an excessive amount of
canopy raising. Forestry staff evaluated this tree and found that a guy wire from
the original staking of the tree when it was planted was never removed and is
imbedded into the trunk. This situation often results in a week point on the stem
that can be subject to breakage, particularly in high wind events. Removal and
mitigation of this tree because of this potential hazardous defect would be
warranted. Removal of tree number 13 must be mitigated based on the
assessment provided by Forestry at the site evaluation.
Response: Noted. However, the 4 shade trees shown in the parking lot islands on the landscape plan
apparently cannot be used as mitigation trees, so those will remain as 2.5" caliper.
Comment Number: 2 Comment Originated: 01/07/2016
01/07/2016:
It is important to retain as much of the original design intent of having a spruce
grove on the corner of the project. This can be achieved by locating 2 or 3
Globe Shrub Spruce in the lawn area at the comer. The following is the
description of this cultivar and its mature size.
Globe Spruce — Picea pungens 'Globosa'
Shape: Broad conical
Height: 6-8 feet
Width: 5-6 feet
Bright blue foliage on a dense slow -growing, globe -shaped shrub that develops
a broad conical shape as it matures. Upright shoots must be pruned if you wish
to maintain a globose habit. Full sun to part shade (description from Fort Collins
Wholesale Nursery Descriptive Guide 6th edition).
Response: We have added a small "grove" of Dwarf Globe Blue Spruce near the northwest comer of the site.
Comment Number: 3
Comment Originated: 01/07/2016
01/07/2016:
Comments related to providing greater protection to existing trees 6 and 7:
6 — Blue Spruce 17 inch diameter in fair condition to retain
7 — Blue Spruce 16 inch diameter in fair condition to retain
At the site visit the applicant indicated that the existing curb by these trees
would remain. The current plan shows a new location for the curb that is very
close to these trees as it passes by their trunks. This new location will be a
significant impact to their root systems. The applicant should review this conflict
for an option that provides around 7 feet separation from the trunk to the curb.
Can the existing curb be left at its current location, which would protect these
trees?
Response: We have modified the proposed curb to maintain 7 feet of separation from the trees.
Comment Number: 4
Comment Originated: 01/07/2016
01/07/2016:
Comment related to moving the connecting sidewalks away from an existing
street tree:
The proposed sidewalk that enters the site from the walk along S. Shields is too
close to an existing street tree. This tree must be protected. The walk must be
moved away from this tree at least 7 feet. Perhaps the walk could curve after it
passes the street tree to then connect to the walk alignment coming from the
corner of the building.
Response: The proposed sidewalk has been adjusted as recommended.
Comment Number: 5
01/07/2016:
Comment Originated: 01/07/2016
Mitigation trees need to be sized as follows.
Shade trees 3.0 inch caliper
Ornamental trees 2.5 inch caliper
The shade trees, bur oak, western catalpa, and Imperial honeylocust need to be
3.0 inch to be counted as mitigation trees. They are currently shown at 2.5 inch
caliper.
Response: The ornamental trees for mitigation are set at 2.5 inch caliper. The proposed shade trees are not
for mitigation per Planning Services comment #2.
Comment Number: 6
01/07/2016:
Comment Originated: 01/07/2016
Tree species selection comments:
Golden Rain trees are not always fully cold hardy in the Fort Collins area. Red
Barron crabapple is a tree that has a better chance for long term survival and
could work well at the locations where rain trees are shown.
Red Maple does not survive or thrive in the soils found in Fort Collins. Another
suitable canopy shade tree should be selected. Shumard oak could be
considered as a substitution and has red fall color. Shumard oak is on the City
of Fort Collins Street Tree List.
Dwarf Alberta Spruce is used around the enclosure. This small tee is prone to
winter burn and needs a location protected from wind and winter sun, which this
site will not provide. Tannenbaum Mugo Pine would be a much better choice for
this location. It has a mature height of 12-15 feet and width of 5-6 feet.
Placement of Tannenbaum Mugo Pine at this location appropriate for is size
would be a very effective way of meeting the screening objective.
Response: The recommendations provided here have been applied to the landscape plan.
Comment Number: 7
01/07/2016:
Comment Originated: 01/07/2016
Place the City of Fort Collins standard Landscape and Tree Protections notes
on the landscape plan. Contact Clay Frickey the City Planner assigned to the
project to obtain a copy of these notes.
Response: The Tree Protection Notes have been added to the Landscape Plan.
Comment Number: 8
Comment Originated: 01/07/2016
01/07/2016:
Provide the Tree Inventory exhibit sheet in the plan set as a separate sheet and
include the tree protection notes and tree inventory table on the tree inventory
exhibit sheet.
Response: The exhibit has been added to the Site Plan set and named Tree Mitigation Plan.
Comment Number: 9
01/07/2016:
Comment Originated: 01/07/2016
List trees in the plant legend with caliper size and noted as B&B.
Example:
Catalpa speciosa 3.0 inch Cal min B&B
Heights for trees do not need to be included.
Response: The note has been changed.
Comment Number: 10
01/07/2016:
Comment Originated: 01/07/2016
Add some shrubs and or perennials in the parking lot peninsulas that currently
show only decomposed granite. Discuss details if necessary with Clay Frickey
City Planner.
Response: Shrubs and perennials have been added to the parking lot islands.
Comment Number: 11
01/07/2016:
Comment Originated: 01/07/2016
An ornamental tree off the north side of the building is mislabeled as a shrub.
Check and correct.
Response: This is corrected.
Comment Number: 12
01/07/2016:
Comment Originated: 01/07/2016
To provide good line of site visibility at the corner specify the Japanese
Barberry as either the cultivar'Crimson Pygmy'
Response: Crimson Pygmy is now specified.
Department: Light And Power
Contact: Todd Vedder, 970.224.6152, tvedderMfcoov.com
Topic: General
Comment Number: 1
Comment Originated: 01/07/2016
01/07/2016: If additional electrical capacity is needed please contact Light &
Power Project Engineering at 221-6700. Right now there is currently a three