HomeMy WebLinkAboutVista Bahn Gondola Staff Memorandum to the Legal File with Attachments 011112
TO: Legal File
FROM: Community Development Department
DATE: January 11, 2012
SUBJECT: A report to the Planning and Environmental Commission of an administrative
action approving a request for a minor amendment to an approved development
plan, pursuant to Sections 12-8E-6, Development Plan, and 12-8E-18,
Amendment Procedures, Vail Town Code, and an amendment to a conditional
use permit, pursuant to Sections 12-8A-3, Conditional Uses, and 12-16-10,
Amendment Procedures, Vail Town Code, to allow for amendments to a ski lift
and tow (i.e. replacement of the Vista Bahn chair lift with a new gondola), located
adjacent to 250 Vail Lane/Tract A, Front Door Three Dimensional Subdivision,
and Tract E, Vail Village 5th Filing, and setting forth details in regard thereto
(PEC120001, PEC120002).
Applicant: Vail Corporation, represented by Mauriello Planning Group
Planner: Warren Campbell
I. SUMMARY
The applicant, Vail Corporation, represented by Mauriello Planning Group, has
requested the review of minor amendments to an approved development plan and
amendments to a conditional use permit to allow for the replacement of the Vista Bahn
ski lift and operator shelter with a new gondola terminal and operator shelter.
Based upon Staff’s review of the criteria outlined in Section VII of this memorandum and
the evidence and testimony presented, the Community Development Department has
administratively approved, with a condition, these applications subject to the findings
noted in Section VIII of this memorandum.
II. DESCRIPTION OF REQUEST
The applicant, Vail Corporation, has submitted applications to amend the approved
development plan for the Vista Bahn ski yard and an amendment to the existing
conditional use for the Vista Bahn ski lift. The existing Vista Bahn terminal is located on
two parcels of land, each with a different zone district. The terminal is located on Tract
A, Front Door Three Dimensional Subdivision which is zoned Ski Base/Recreation 2
District and Tract E, Vail Village 5th Filing, which is zoned Agricultural and Open Space
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District.
As proposed the existing Vista Bahn chairlift and operator shelter will be replaced with a
new gondola and operator shelter. The proposed new gondola terminal is the same
height (22.3 feet) and width (28 feet) as the existing lift terminal. The new structure will
be one foot longer in length (96 feet) than the existing lift terminal. Additionally, the new
gondola terminal will move 65 feet to the north, and have a paver plaza which is
attached to the existing pavers in the existing skier plaza. The proposed gondola will be
open air on all sides and not be enclosed as is the Lionshead gondola. The new
operator shelter will measure 10 feet by 15 feet (150 square feet) and be one story in
height with a roof structure.
A vicinity map (Attachment A) and the applicant’s request (Attachment B) have been
attached for review.
III. BACKGROUND
On September 16, 1976, the Planning and Environmental Commission approved a
conditional use permit to allow for the construction of the high speed, double chairlift No.
16.
On March 11, 1985, the Planning and Environmental Commission approved a
conditional use permit and setback variance to allow for the replacement of the No. 16
chairlift with the quadruple chair, Vista Bahn lift.
On September 22, 2003, the Planning and Environmental Commission approved the
development plan for Vail’s Front Door project (Vista Bahn ski yard). As a component
of this approval the Vista Bahn ski terminal was going to move to the south by
approximately 90 feet. The relocation of the terminal to the south did not occur,
however, the elevation of the terminal was lowered.
Within the Ski Base/Recreation 2 District a ski lift and tow is a permitted use and within
the Agricultural and Open Space District a ski lift and tow is a conditional use. As the
proposed new gondola terminal is located on two parcels with differing zoning there are
two processes to effect this change. The location of a portion of the terminal within a
parcel zoned Ski Base/Recreation 2 District requires an amendment of the approved
development plan for the ski yard. The location of a portion of the terminal within a
parcel zoned Agricultural and Open Space District requires an amendment to the
existing conditional use permit for the ski lift.
IV. APPLICABLE PLANNING DOCUMENTS
Staff believes that following provisions of the Vail Village Master Plan and the Vail Town
Code are relevant to the review of this proposal:
Vail Village Master Plan (in part)
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SECTION V. GOALS, OBJECTIVES, POLICIES AND ACTION STEPS (in part)
Goal #1 Encourage high quality, redevelopment while preserving unique architectural
scale of the village in order to sustain its sense of community and identity.
Objective 1.2: Encourage the upgrading and redevelopment of residential and
commercial facilities.
Objective 1.4: Recognize the “historic” importance of the architecture, structures,
landmarks, plazas and features in preserving the character of Vail Village.
Policy 1.4.1: The historical importance of structures, landmarks, plazas and other
similar features shall be taken into consideration in the development review
process.
Policy 1.4.2: The Town may grant flexibility in the interpretation and
implementation of its regulations and design guidelines to help protect and
maintain the existing character of Vail Village.
Policy 1.4.3: Identification of “historic” importance shall not be used as the sole
means of preventing or prohibiting development in Vail Village.
Goal #2 To foster a strong tourist industry and promote year-around economic health
and viability for the village and for the community as a whole.
Objective 2.1: Recognize the variety of land uses found in the 11 sub-areas
throughout the Village and allow for development that is compatible with these
established land use patterns.
Objective 2.2: Recognize the importance of Vail Village as a mixed use center of
activities for our guests, visitors and residents.
Objective 2.5: Encourage the continued upgrading, renovation and maintenance of
existing lodging and commercial facilities to better serve the needs of our guests.
Objective 2.7: Encourage the development of multi-use special events venues and
infrastructure (ie, publicly accessible restrooms, power and utilities, etc.) within Vail
Village in cooperation with the private sector.
Policy 2.7.1: The development of new special event venues and improvements to
existing venues shall be strongly encouraged to reinforce the important role that
special events play in the promoting a year-round economy in Vail Village .
Goal #3 To recognize as a top priority the enhancement of the walking experience
throughout the village.
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Objective 3.1: Physically improve the existing pedestrian ways by landscaping and
other improvements.
Policy 3.1.1: Private development projects shall incorporate streetscape
improvements (such as paver treatments, landscaping, lighting and seating
areas), along adjacent pedestrian ways.
Policy 3.1.2: Public art and other similar landmark features shall be encouraged
at appropriate locations throughout the Town.
Policy 3.1.3: Flowers, trees, water features, and other landscaping shall be
encouraged throughout the Town in locations adjacent to, or visible from, public
areas.
Objective 3.2: Minimize the amount of vehicular traffic in the Village to the greatest
extent possible.
Policy 3.2.1: Vehicular traffic will be eliminated or reduced to absolutely minimal
necessary levels in the pedestrianized areas of the Village.
Objective 3.3: Encourage a wide variety of activities, events, and street life along
pedestrian ways and plazas.
Objective 3.4: Develop additional sidewalks, pedestrian-only walkways and
accessible green space areas, including pocket parks and stream access.
Goal #4 to preserve existing open space areas and expand greenspace opportunities.
Objective 4.1: Improve existing open space areas and create new plazas with
greenspace and pocket parks. Recognize the different roles of each type of open
space in forming the overall fabric of the Village.
Policy 4.1.1: Active recreation facilities shall be preserved (or relocated to
accessible locations elsewhere in the Village) in any development or
redevelopment of property in Vail Village.
Policy 4.1.2: The development of new public plazas, and improvements to
existing plazas (public art, landmarks, historic features, streetscape features,
seating areas, etc.) shall be strongly encouraged to reinforce their roles as
attractive people places.
Policy 4.1.3: With the exception of ski base-related facilities, existing natural
open space areas at the base of Vail Mountain and throughout Vail Village and
existing greenspaces shall be preserved as open space.
Objective 4.2: Improve and expand the opportunity for active and passive
recreational activity throughout the Village.
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Goal #5 Increase and improve the capacity, efficiency, and aesthetics of the
transportation and circulation systems throughout the village.
Objective 5.1: Meet parking demands with public and private parking facilities.
Goal #6 To ensure the continued improvement of the vital operational elements of the
village.
Objective 6.2: Provide for the safe and efficient functions of fire, police and public
utilities within the context of an aesthetically pleasing resort setting.
SECTION VII. VAIL VILLAGE SUB-AREAS (in part)
Front Door Sub-Area (#11)
The Front Door sub-area plays a critical role in the interface between the ski mountain
and the fabric of Vail Village. As the premier guest portal to Vail Mountain, the Front
Door area should reflect in both use and design the world-class stature of the Vail resort
and community.
The goals for development in this sub-area are as follows:
• To provide for a year-round, world-class guest experience at the interface between
Vail Village and the ski mountain.
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• To provide new and improved guest service facilities at the top of Bridge Street that
will not only improve the quality of the entire guest experience, but will increase
evening guest retention in Vail Village.
• Provide for new below-grade loading and delivery facilities to better serve the Front
Door and upper Bridge Street areas, consistent with the overall “dispersed quadrant”
approach of the Vail loading and delivery master plan.
• To provide a venue for outdoor cultural/art and sporting events and other similar
special community events.
• Provide for the removal of surface vehicular traffic and parking that currently occurs
within the sub-area.
• To provide for limited (6-10 dwelling units/acre) medium density residential
development.
• With the exception of development that may be approved within Sub-Area Concepts
11-1 and 11-2, the balance of the Front Door Sub-Area should remain in a
predominantly undeveloped, open space condition.
The Front Door Sub-area includes two Sub-Area Concepts. Please refer to the Vail
Village Master Plan Action Plan for a graphic depiction of these concepts.
#11-2: The Vista Bahn Park
Redevelopment of ski yard should improve and emphasize the connection between the
Vista Bahn lift area (the mountain) and the lower skier plaza area (the village).
Opportunities exist to re-grade the ski yard to improve access and usefulness of the
site. Existing modular ski storage structures in the ski yard should be replaced with new
skier/guest service facilities to improve year-round use of the area and to encourage
summer season usage. If developed, the scale of a skier/guest service building should
be limited to one-story as viewed from the skier plaza area.
Title 12, Zoning Regulations, Vail Town Code (in part)
Chapter 12-2-2 DEFINITIONS
SITE: (See also definition of Lot Or Site.) A parcel of land occupied or intended to be
occupied by a use, building, or structure under the provisions of this title and meeting
the minimum requirements of this title. A lot or site may consist of a single lot of record,
a portion of a lot of record, a combination of lots of record or portions thereof, or a
parcel of land described by metes and bounds.
ARTICLE 8A: AGRICULTURE AND OPEN SPACE DISTICT
12-8A-1: Purpose:
The agricultural and open space district is intended to preserve agricultural,
undeveloped, or open space lands from intensive development while permitting
agricultural pursuits and low density residential use consistent with agricultural and
open space objectives. Parks, schools, and certain types of private recreational facilities
and institutions also are suitable uses in the agricultural and open space district,
provided that the sites of these uses remain predominantly open. Site development
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standards are intended to preclude intensive urban development and to maintain the
agricultural and open space characteristics of the zone district.
ARTICLE 8E: SKI BASE RECREATION 2 DISTICT
12-8E-1: PURPOSE:
The ski base/recreation 2 district is intended to provide sites for facilities, activities and
uses necessary for and appurtenant to the operation of a ski mountain. A variety of
other facilities, uses and activities, including, but not limited to, residential, public and
semipublic uses and special community events typically associated with a vibrant resort
community are also permitted within the zone district. The ski base/recreation 2 district
is intended to ensure adequate light, air, open space and other amenities appropriate to
permitted and conditional uses throughout the zone district. In order to achieve this
objective and to ensure compatibility with adjacent land uses, all permitted uses,
development and activity within the zone district shall be subject to approval of a
comprehensive development plan in accordance with the provisions of this article.
Furthermore, due to the likelihood of this district being located at the base of Vail
Mountain, and upon some of the most critical and important lands to the future success
and resort character of the town, development within this district shall be evaluated
based upon its ability to meet the specific purposes of this title and to provide
"compelling public benefits which further the public interests" that go beyond any
economic benefits to the landowner.
12-8E-6: DEVELOPMENT PLAN:
A. Development Plan Required: Prior to site preparation, building construction, or other
improvements to land within the ski base/recreation 2 district, there shall be an
approved development plan for said district or portion thereof. An approved
development plan shall be the principal document in guiding the development, uses
and activities of land within the zone district. A development plan shall be approved
by the planning and environmental commission. Development standards including
setbacks, site coverage, landscaping, density (GRFA) and parking shall be
determined by the planning and environmental commission as part of the approved
development plan. This determination is to be made based on the proposed
development plan's compliance with the design criteria outlined in section 12-8E-9 of
this article.
B. Application: An application for approval of a development plan may be filed by any
owner of property within the ski base/recreation 2 district or his/her agent or
authorized representative. The application shall be made on a form provided by the
department of community development and shall include a legal description of the
property, a list of names and mailing addresses of all adjacent property owners and
written consent of owners of all property to be included in the development plan, or
their agents or authorized representatives. The application shall be accompanied by
submittal requirements outlined in subsection 12-8E-8A of this article and a
development plan as outlined in subsection C of this section.
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C. Contents: The development plan shall be comprised of materials submitted in
accordance with subsection 12-8E-8A of this article. The development plan shall
contain all relevant material and information necessary to establish the parameters
within which land in the district may be developed. The development plan may
consist of, but not be limited to, the approved site plan, floor plans, building sections
and elevations, vicinity plan, off street parking/loading plan, off site improvements
plan, preliminary open space/landscape plan, densities and permitted, conditional
and accessory uses.
12-8E-18: AMENDMENT PROCEDURES:
A. Minor Amendments:
1. "Minor amendments" are modifications to building plans, site or landscape plans that
do not alter the basic intent and character of the approved development plan, and are
consistent with the design criteria of this article. Minor amendments may include, but
not be limited to, variations of not more than five feet (5') to approved setbacks and/or
building footprints; changes to landscape or site plans that do not adversely impact
pedestrian or vehicular circulation throughout the development site; or changes to
gross floor area of not more than five percent (5%) of the approved square footage of
residential floor area or retail, office, common areas and other nonresidential floor
area.
2. Minor amendments consistent with the design criteria outlined in section 12-8E-9 of
this article may be approved by the department of community development. All minor
amendments shall be indicated on a completely revised development plan. Approved
changes shall be noted, signed, dated and filed by the department of community
development.
3. Notification of a proposed minor amendment, and a report of staff action of said
request, shall be provided to all property owners within or adjacent to the zone district
that may be affected by the amendment. Affected properties shall be as determined
by the department of community development. Notifications shall be postmarked no
later than five (5) days following staff action on the amendment request and shall
include a brief statement describing the amendment and the time and date of when
the planning and environmental commission will be informed of the administrative
action. In all cases the report to the planning and environmental commission shall be
made within twenty (20) days from the date of the staff's decision on the requested
amendment.
4. Appeals of staff decisions may be filed by adjacent property owners, owners of
property within the zone district, the applicant, planning and environmental
commission members or members of the town council as outlined in section 12-3-3 of
this title.
B. Major Amendments:
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1. "Major amendments" are any proposal to change uses; increases to residential floor
area greater than five percent (5%) of the approved square footage; increases to
retail, office, or common floor area greater than five percent (5%) of the approved
square footage; increases or decreases to the number of dwelling, accommodation,
or fractional fee club units; any request to modify, enlarge or expand the boundary of
an approved development plan and any amendment to the approved development
plan that is not a minor amendment as determined by the administrator and defined
in this article.
2. Requests for major amendments to an approved development plan shall be
evaluated based upon the degree of deviation of the amendment from the basic
intent and character of the approved development plan and reviewed in accordance
with the procedures described in section 12-8E-7 of this article. All major
amendments shall be indicated on a completely revised development plan. Approved
changes shall be noted, signed, dated and filed by the department of community
development.
3. Owners of all property requesting the amendment, or their agents or authorized
representatives, shall sign the application. Notification of the proposed amendment
shall be made to owners of all property adjacent to the property requesting the
proposed amendment, owners of all property adjacent to the zone district, and
owners of all property within the zone district that may be affected by the proposed
amendment (as determined by the department of community development).
Notification procedures shall be as outlined in subsection 12-3-6C of this title.
CHAPTER 12-16: CONDITIONAL USES PERMITS
Section 12-16-1: Purpose; Limitations:
In order to provide the flexibility necessary to achieve the objectives of this title,
specified uses are permitted in certain districts subject to the granting of a conditional
use permit. Because of their unusual or special characteristics, conditional uses require
review so that they may be located properly with respect to the purposes of this title and
with respect to their effects on surrounding properties. The review process prescribed
in this chapter is intended to assure compatibility and harmonious development
between conditional uses and surrounding properties in the Town at large. Uses listed
as conditional uses in the various districts may be permitted subject to such conditions
and limitations as the Town may prescribe to insure that the location and operation of
the conditional uses will be in accordance with the development objectives of the Town
and will not be detrimental to other uses or properties. Where conditions cannot be
devised, to achieve these objectives, applications for conditional use permits shall be
denied.
12-16-10: AMENDMENT PROCEDURES:
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A. The administrator may approve amendments to an existing conditional use permit
(including, but not limited to, additions to buildings and structures associated with the
use, changes to the operation of the use, changes to the previous conditions of
approval, etc.) if the administrator determines the amendment meets the following
criteria:
1. The amendment is in accordance with all applicable elements of this code and the
Vail comprehensive plan; and
2. The amendment does not alter the basic character or intent of the original
conditional use permit; and
3. The amendment will not adversely affect the public health, safety, and welfare.
B. All amendments to an existing conditional use permit not meeting the above listed
criteria, as determined by the administrator, shall be reviewed by the planning and
environmental commission in accordance with the procedures described in
section 12-16-5 of this chapter.
V. SITE ANALYSIS
Address: Adjacent to 250 Vail Lane
Legal Description: Tract A, Front Door Three Dimensional Subdivision and
Tract E, Vail Village 5th Filing
Zoning: Ski Base Recreation 2 District and
Agriculture and Open Space District
Land Use Designation: Ski Base and
Vail Village Master Plan
Lot Area: 6.088 acres (265,193 square feet)
3.72 acres (162,043.2 square feet)
Geological Hazards: n/a (not located on those portions of the development site affected
by the mapped rockfall, debris flow, or flood plain hazards)
The Vista Bahn ski yard is located on two parcels with differing zoning. The two parcels
are considered a singular development site with setbacks applying to the perimeter of
the site.
Ski Base Recreation 2 District Allowed/Required Proposed
Setbacks (min): per development plan
Front: 103 ft.
Sides >100 ft./0ft.
Rear: >100 ft.
Height (max.) 43 ft. 22.3 ft.
Density (max): n/a n/a
Site coverage (max.): per development plan Per approved development plan
Landscaping (min.): per development plan Per approved development plan
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Parking (min.): per PEC no change
Agriculture/Open Space District Allowed/Required Proposed
Setbacks (min):
Front: 20 ft. 79 ft.
Sides 15 ft. 56 ft./0ft.
Rear: 15 ft. >100 ft.
Height (max.) 33 ft. 22.3 ft.
Density (max): n/a n/a
Site coverage (max.): 8,102 sq.ft. (5%) 2,838 sq.ft. (1.8%)
Landscaping (min.): n/a n/a
Parking (min.): per PEC no change
VI. SURROUNDING LAND USES AND ZONING
Existing Use Zoning District
North: Mixed Use Commercial Core I and SDD #31
South: Vail Mountain n/a Forest Service in County
West: Skier Services/Residential Ski Base Recreation 2
East: Residential Two-Family Primary/Secondary
VII. DEVELOPMENT PLAN MINOR AMENDMENT REVIEW CRITERIA
The following design criteria shall be used as the principal criteria in evaluating the
merits of a proposed amended development plan. It shall be the burden of the applicant
to prove by a preponderance of the evidence that the submittal material and the
proposed development plan comply with each of the following standards, or
demonstrate that one or more of them is not applicable, or that a practical solution
consistent with the public interest has been achieved:
A. Compatibility: Design compatibility and sensitivity to the immediate
environment, neighborhood and adjacent properties relative to architectural
design, scale, bulk, building height, buffer zones, identity, character, visual
integrity and orientation.
The proposed new gondola terminal will generally be of the same bulk and mass as the
existing Vista Bahn terminal. The new terminal is of the same height and width as the
existing terminal and is one foot longer in length. The proposed gondola terminal will be
open on all sides similar to the existing terminal. The installation of the new terminal will
include minimal grading as the ski yard was modified in conjunction with the Front Door
project redevelopment. In addition to the new terminal an operator shelter will be
constructed to the southwest of the new terminal.
The relocation of the terminal 65 feet to the north will include the construction of a new
at grade pedestrian paver plaza for the cueing of guests. This shift in the terminal
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location results in the maintenance of buffers to the adjacent residential and commercial
uses. The adjacent residential use is 56 feet from the property line to the closest
portion of the terminal and the closest commercial use is in excess of 100 feet to the
terminal.
Through the Design Review process the details of the specific design of the terminal
and operator shelter including color and lighting will be discussed.
Staff believes the proposed amendments are in compliance with this criterion.
B. Relationship: Uses, activity and density which provide a compatible, efficient
and workable relationship with surrounding uses and activity.
There has be a ski lift or tow in the Vista Bahn ski yard since the opening of Vail 50
years ago. Initially there was a gondola, then a two-person chair in 1976 and a quad-
chair in 1985. The uses in the vicinity have established long running efficient and
workable relationships with the surrounding uses and activities. The proposed gondola
should have no negative effect on these relationships. The new gondola will include
technologies which are believed will result in quieter operation of the gondola as
compared to the existing lift thus making uses in this area more compatible.
Staff does not believe there will be any negative effect on the relationship of uses and
activities as a result of the installation of the gondola terminal and operator shelter.
C. Parking and Loading: Compliance with parking and loading requirements as
outlined in chapter 10 of this title.
Through the review of the new proposed Ever Vail gondola and portal staff performed
significant research with regard to the replacement/upgrade of ski lifts and the
establishment of new portals. This research resulted in the finding that there are
minimal parking demand increases with a ski lift that is replaced/upgraded while a new
portal with a new uploading option has additional impacts.
The upload capacity will be increased with the new gondola. It is anticipated that a
portion of guests will shift their preferred access portal to Vail Village. Research and
study has determined that the new gondola may result in an approximate 1% increase
(5,000 skiers) in skier visits which arrive by vehicle. Studies have shown that guests
arriving by vehicle average 2.5 to 3 persons per vehicle (5,000 skiers/2.5 =2,000
vehicles). This results in a potential increase in parking demand of approximately 20
parking spaces (1% of 2,000 vehicles). The increased parking demand can be
accommodated within the parking supply currently available. Staff does not believe
there is a need to assess/construct additional parking with this new gondola upgrade.
Staff believes the proposed amendments meet this criterion.
D. Comprehensive Plan: Conformity with the Vail comprehensive plan, town
policies and urban design plans.
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The Vail Village Master Plan identifies several goals, objectives, and improvements
which should be achieved within the Vista Bahn ski yard. Within Section IV of this
memorandum staff has included those portions of the Master Plan which are applicable
to this proposal.
Staff finds that the new gondola addresses the goals of the Vail Village Master Plan
highlighting the need for:
• “the upgrading and redevelopment of ….. commercial facilities”,
• fostering of a “strong tourist industry”, and
• the need to “Increase and improve the capacity, efficiency, and aesthetics of the
transportation and circulation systems throughout the village.”
The new gondola will further address the Master Plan recommendation to “improve and
emphasize the connection between the Vista Bahn lift area (the mountain) and the
lower skier plaza area (the village)”.
Staff believes the proposed amendments meet this criterion.
E. Natural and/or Geologic Hazard: Identification and mitigation of natural and/or
geologic hazards that affect the property on which the development plan is
proposed.
There are no geologic hazards on this development site which affect the area proposed
for the new gondola terminal.
F. Design Features: Site plan, building design and location and open space
provisions designed to produce a functional development responsive and
sensitive to natural features, vegetation and overall aesthetic quality of the
community.
The proposed minor amendment to the approved development plan does not result in
any negative impact to the elements listed in the above criterion. The proposed
gondola will occupy the same foot print as the existing terminal. There is an exchange
of approximately 5,040 square feet of grass for paver hardscape landscaping.
G. Traffic: A circulation system designed for both vehicles and pedestrians
addressing on and off site traffic circulation.
The proposed new gondola terminal and paver plaza will result in improved access from
the Village pedestrian areas to the lift. Additionally, the increased capacity of the
gondola will reduce the crowding which occurs at this portal in the morning hours.
H. Landscaping: Functional and aesthetic landscaping and open space in order to
optimize and preserve natural features, recreation, views and function.
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The proposed gondola terminal and paver plaza results in the exchange of
approximately 5,040 square feet of grass with hardscape landscaping. In conjunction
with the new improvements the bike/pedestrian paths which are currently in the ski yard
in the summer will need to be reconfigured. This will be reviewed in conjunction with
the Design Review application. There is no negative impact to any natural features,
recreation, views, and function.
I. Workable Plan: Phasing plan or subdivision plan that will maintain a workable,
functional and efficient relationship throughout the development of the
development plan.
This criterion is not applicable to this proposal.
J. Annexed Lands: Conformity with the terms of an annexation agreement and
demonstration of a compelling public benefit which furthers the public interest.
This criterion is not applicable to this proposal.
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT AMENDMENT REVIEW CRITERIA
Before acting on a conditional use permit application, the Community Development
Department staff shall consider the following factors with respect to the proposed use:
1. Relationship and impact of the use on the development objectives of the Town.
The Vail Village Master Plan identifies several goals, objectives, and improvements
which should be achieved within the Vista Bahn ski yard. Within Section IV of this
memorandum staff has included those portions of the Master Plan which are applicable
to this proposal.
Staff finds that the new gondola addresses the goals of the Vail Village Master Plan
highlighting the need for:
• “the upgrading and redevelopment of ….. commercial facilities”,
• fostering of a “strong tourist industry”, and
• the need to “Increase and improve the capacity, efficiency, and aesthetics of the
transportation and circulation systems throughout the village.”
The new gondola will further address the Master Plan recommendation to “improve and
emphasize the connection between the Vista Bahn lift area (the mountain) and the
lower skier plaza area (the village)”.
2. The effect of the use on light and air, distribution of population, transportation
facilities, utilities, schools, parks and recreation facilities, and other public
facilities needs.
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The proposed amendment to relocate and replace the existing Vista Bahn terminal with
a new gondola does not result in any negative effects to the elements identified in the
above criterion.
3. Effect upon traffic with particular reference to congestion, automotive and
pedestrian safety and convenience, traffic flow and control, access,
maneuverability, and removal of snow from the street and parking areas.
The proposed amendments to the approved conditional use permit will improve
pedestrian and skier access to the ski lift in the Vista Bahn ski yard. The relocation of
the terminal 65 feet to the north and the incorporation of a paver plaza will allow for
guests in ski boots to walk on a sloped grade to the new gondola. The increased
capacity of the ski lift and the elimination of the need to put on ski equipment prior to
access the lift will reduce congestion and improve pedestrian/skier safety and
convenience.
4. Effect upon the character of the area in which the proposed use is to be
located, including the scale and bulk of the proposed use in relation to
surrounding uses.
The new ski lift and tow (gondola) is largely the same bulk and mass as the existing
terminal. The new gondola terminal will include an approximately 5,040 square foot
paver area for cuing and access from the Village pedestrian areas. There will be no
negative effect of the proposed use on the surrounding uses.
VIII. ACTION
The Community Development Department has approved a minor amendment to the
approved development plan for the Vista Bahn ski yard and an amendment to the
approved conditional use permit for the Vista Bahn ski lift in order to allow for the
replacement of the ski lift with a new gondola pursuant to Sections 12-8E-6,
Development Plan, and 12-8E-18, Amendment Procedures, Vail Town Code, and an
amendment to a conditional use permit, pursuant to Sections 12-8A-3, Conditional
Uses, and 12-16-10, Amendment Procedures, Vail Town Code, to allow for
amendments to a ski lift and tow (i.e. replacement of the Vista Bahn chair lift with a new
gondola), located adjacent to 250 Vail Lane/Tract A, Front Door Three Dimensional
Subdivision, and Tract E, Vail Village 5th Filing, and setting forth details in regard thereto
The Community Development Department made the following findings in
administratively approving a minor amendment to an approved development plan and
amendments to an approved conditional use permit:
The Community Development Department included the following condition in
administratively approving a minor amendment to an approved development plan and
amendments to an approved conditional use permit:
“1. Vail Corporation shall submit a complete design review application, pursuant to
Chapter 12-11, Design Review, Vail Town Code, to the Town of Vail Community
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Development Department, for review and approval, by no later than 5:00 pm
February 15, 2012.”
The Community Development Department made the following findings in
administratively approving a minor amendment to an approved development plan and
amendments to an approved conditional use permit:
“Based upon the review of the criteria outlined in Section VII of the Staff
memorandum to the legal file dated January 11, 2012, and the evidence and
testimony presented, the Community Development Department finds:
1. That amended development plan does not alter the basic intent and character
of the approved development plan;
2. That the amendments are consistent with the design criteria of Article 12-8E;
3. That the proposed location of the use is in accordance with the purposes of
the Zoning Regulations and the purposes of the Ski Base/Recreation 2
District in which the site is located;
4. That the proposed location of the use and the conditions under which it would
be operated or maintained will not be detrimental to the public health, safety,
or welfare, or materially injurious to properties or improvements in the vicinity;
5. That the proposed use will comply with each of the applicable provisions of the
Zoning Regulations.”
6. The amendment is in accordance with all applicable elements of this code and
the Vail comprehensive plan;
7. The amendment does not alter the basic character or intent of the original
conditional use permit; and
8. The amendment will not adversely affect the public health, safety, and
welfare.”
IX. ATTACHMENTS
A. Vicinity Map/Existing Conditions
B. Applicant’s Request
C. Approved Amended Site Plan, Dated January 2012
Town of Vail Page 17
Attachment A
Amendment to a
Conditional Use Permit & Minor
Amendment to an Approved
Development Plan in SBR 2
Submitted: December 19, 2011
To Replace the Vista Bahn
Chair Lift with a Gondola
I.
INTRODUCTION
The applicant, The Vail Corporation, in its ongoing program of enhancing Vail Mountain and improving
the experience for its guests and the guests of the Town of Vail, is proposing to replace the existing Vista
Bahn (Chair 16) ski lift with a gondola lift. The gondola will be located essentially in the same location
and with the same lift line alignment of the existing lift and will reach the same location at Mid-Vail. The
gondola is a state of the art lift replacing the technology of the existing high speed quad lift that was
installed in 1985, approximately 26 years ago, and reintroducing a gondola (Lift #1) to Vail Village not
experienced since the 1970s. The gondola is proposed to be installed in the spring and summer of
2012 and be operational for the 2012/2013 ski season, just in time to celebrate the 50th anniversary of
Vail.
The applications include an amendment to an existing conditional use permit for a ski lift as pursuant to
section 12-16-10 of the Zoning Regulations and an application for the minor amendment to a
development plan pursuant to section 12-8E-18.A of the Zoning Regulations.
II.
BACKGROUND OF THE REQUEST
The existing Vista Bahn ski lift was approved in 1985 and constructed later that year. Below is a 2011
aerial of the Vista Bahn ski yard:
The request is essentially an equipment replacement application. The base lift facility will be similar to
the existing equipment but instead of chairs hanging from a cable, there will be gondola cars capable of
carrying approximately 8 to 10 people. The existing base terminal has a "footprint" of approximately
95 ft. x 28 ft. versus the proposed footprint of the Vista Bahn terminal of approximately 96 ft. x 28 ft., so
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there is very little change to the size of the structure. Unlike the Eagle Bahn Gondola in Lionshead
which is an enclosed facility, the gondola will be an open air terminal similar to the one shown here:
III.
COMPLIANCE WITH ZONING REGULATIONS
The Vista Bahn is located on property currently zoned Agricultural and Open Space. The purpose of
this zone district is described as follows:
12-8A-1: PURPOSE:
The agricultural and open space district is intended to preserve agricultural, undeveloped, or open space
lands from intensive development while permitting agricultural pursuits and low density residential use
consistent with agricultural and open space objectives. Parks, schools, and certain types of private
recreational facilities and institutions also are suitable uses in the agricultural and open space district,
provided that the sites of these uses remain predominantly open. Site development standards are intended
to preclude intensive urban development and to maintain the agricultural and open space characteristics of
the zone district.
Section 12-8A-3 allows for “Ski Lifts and Tows” as a conditional use in this zone district.
Portions of the ski yard (to the west of the lift) are zoned Ski Base Recreation 2. “Ski Lifts and Tows”
are a permitted use in this zone district. The purpose of the Ski Base Recreation 2 Zone District is as
follows:
12-8E-1: PURPOSE:
The ski base/recreation 2 district is intended to provide sites for facilities, activities and uses necessary for
and appurtenant to the operation of a ski mountain. A variety of other facilities, uses and activities,
including, but not limited to, residential, public and semipublic uses and special community events typically
associated with a vibrant resort community are also permitted within the zone district. The ski base/
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recreation 2 district is intended to ensure adequate light, air, open space and other amenities appropriate to
permitted and conditional uses throughout the zone district. In order to achieve this objective and to ensure
compatibility with adjacent land uses, all permitted uses, development and activity within the zone district
shall be subject to approval of a comprehensive development plan in accordance with the provisions of this
article. Furthermore, due to the likelihood of this district being located at the base of Vail Mountain, and
upon some of the most critical and important lands to the future success and resort character of the town,
development within this district shall be evaluated based upon its ability to meet the specific purposes of
this title and to provide "compelling public benefits which further the public interests" that go beyond any
economic benefits to the landowner.
These two properties together are considered one lot or site, as defined by the Zoning regulations, for
the purpose of this lift replacement application.
IV.
COMPLIANCE WITH VAIL COMPREHENSIVE
PLAN
The Vista Bahn ski yard is governed by the Vail Village Master Plan. This plan, originally adopted in 1990,
and updated as recently as February of 2009, provides guidance for land uses and development for all of
Vail Village. The Vail Village Master Plan provides overall goals, objectives, and policies to guide
development within the Village. The following goals are applicable to this application:
The Vail Village Master Plan provides a Land Use Map, and identifies this area as “Ski Base/Recreation”
which is defined as follows:
Ski Base/Recreation: Located at the base of Vail Mountain in the Golden Peak area and immediately
adjacent to Vail Village, this designation is intended to provide for the facilities and services inherent to the
operation of a ski area. Uses and activities for these areas are intended to encourage a safe, convenient, and
aesthetically-pleasing transition between the ski mountain and surrounding land use categories. The range of
uses and activities appropriate in the Ski Base/Recreation land use category may include skier and resort
services, ski lifts, ski trails, base facilities, public restrooms, ticket sales, clubs, public plazas, outdoor cultural/
art events and sports venue, open spaces, parking and loading/delivery facilities, and residential, retail, and
restaurant uses. (VVMP, pg 16)
The Vail Village Master Plan was amended in 2003 to address the Front Door development and includes
the Vista Bahn ski yard:
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The Vail Village Master Plan provides goals for development within this sub-area. Those that are
particularly applicable to this application have been indicated in bold-italic:
•To provide for a year-round, world-class guest experience at the interface
between Vail Village and the ski mountain.
•To provide new and improved guest service facilities at the top of Bridge Street
that will not only improve the quality of the entire guest experience, but will
increase evening guest retention in Vail Village.
•Provide for new below-grade loading and delivery facilities to better serve the Front Door and upper
Bridge Street areas, consistent with the overall “dispersed quadrant” approach of the Vail loading and
delivery master plan.
•To provide a venue for outdoor cultural/art and sporting events and other similar special community
events.
•Provide for the removal of surface vehicular traffic and parking that currently occurs within the sub-area.
•To provide for limited (6-10 dwelling units/acre) medium density residential development.
•With the exception of development that may be approved within Sub-Area Concepts 11-1 and 11-2,
the balance of the Front Door Sub-Area should remain in a predominantly undeveloped, open space
condition. (pg. 49)
V.
REVIEW CRITERIA: CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
A
condi(onal
use
is
further
regula(ons
by
Chapter
16,
Condi(onal
Use
Permits,
Vail
Town
Code.
The
purpose
of
this
chapter
is
as
follows:
12-‐16-‐1:
PURPOSE;
LIMITATIONS:
In
order
to
provide
the
flexibility
necessary
to
achieve
the
objecGves
of
this
Gtle,
specified
uses
are
permiMed
in
certain
districts
subject
to
the
granGng
of
a
condiGonal
use
permit.
Because
of
their
unusual
Vail Village Master Plan, pg. 49
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or
special
characterisGcs,
condiGonal
uses
require
review
and
evaluaGon
so
that
they
may
be
located
properly
with
respect
to
the
purposes
of
this
Gtle
and
with
respect
to
their
effects
on
surrounding
properGes.
The
review
process
prescribed
in
this
chapter
is
intended
to
assure
compaGbility
and
harmonious
development
between
condiGonal
uses
and
surrounding
properGes
and
the
town
at
large.
Uses
listed
as
condiGonal
uses
in
the
various
districts
may
be
permiMed
subject
to
such
condiGons
and
limitaGons
as
the
town
may
prescribe
to
ensure
that
the
locaGon
and
operaGon
of
the
condiGonal
uses
will
be
in
accordance
with
development
objecGves
of
the
town
and
will
not
be
detrimental
to
other
uses
or
properGes.
Where
condiGons
cannot
be
devised
to
achieve
these
objecGves,
applicaGons
for
condiGonal
use
permits
shall
be
denied.
The
review
criteria
for
a
condi(onal
use
permit
are
provided
in
Sec(on
12-‐16-‐6
and
are
listed
below.
In
addi(on,
Sec(on
12-‐16-‐10
allows
for
amendment
procedures
for
exis(ng
condi(onal
use
permits.
Below,
we
have
provided
an
analysis
of
this
applica(on
based
on
the
criteria
for
an
amendment,
along
with
the
criteria
for
a
condi(onal
use
permit:
12-16-10: AMENDMENT PROCEDURES:
A.The administrator may approve amendments to an existing conditional use permit (including, but not limited
to, additions to buildings and structures associated with the use, changes to the operation of the use, changes
to the previous conditions of approval, etc.) if the administrator determines the amendment meets the
following criteria:
1.The amendment is in accordance with all applicable elements of this code and the Vail comprehensive
plan; and
Applicant Response: This criteria has been addressed in Section III and IV above.
2.The amendment does not alter the basic character or intent of the original conditional use permit; and
Applicant Response: The original Conditional Use Permit for the Vista Bahn was approved in
1985. There is no change to the basic character of the original conditional use permit. The use
remains the same, identified by the Vail Town Code as a “Ski Lift or Tow.”
3.The amendment will not adversely affect the public health, safety, and welfare.
Applicant Response: The proposed use will not adversely affect the public health, safety, and
welfare. The proposed gondola will be a state of the art lift that provides significant safety
enhancements over the existing 26 year old equipment.
In addition to the criteria for an amendment to a Conditional Use Permit, an analysis of the application
based on the criteria for a conditional use permit have been provided below:
12-16-6: CRITERIA; FINDINGS:
A.Factors Enumerated: Before acting on a conditional use permit application, the planning and environmental
commission shall consider the following factors with respect to the proposed use:
1.Relationship and impact of the use on development objectives of the town.
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Applicant Response: The impact of the proposal on the development objectives as outlined by
both the Vail Town Code and the Vail Village Master Plan have been addressed in Section V and VI
above. Further, both the Town and Vail Resorts have identified that continued upgrades and
improvements to the ski mountain are paramount for the success of the entire Vail community.
The upgrade of the Vista Bahn ski lift, the second most popular portal onto Vail Mountain, will
improve guest service.
2.Effect of the use on light and air, distribution of population, transportation facilities, utilities, schools,
parks and recreation facilities, and other public facilities and public facilities needs.
Applicant Response: Because this is a replacement of the existing lift, there are no effects on
the above-listed criteria. The Protective Covenants of Vail Village Fifth Filing as amended allow
for the recreational use and buildings as proposed.
There are easements on Tract A and Tract E. If necessary, the applicant will seek the appropriate
signoffs, encroachment agreements, or amendments from the easement holders prior to
obtaining a building permit for the proposed improvements. Final impacts, if any, will be shown
in the design review plans submitted for this project.
3.Effect upon traffic, with particular reference to congestion, automotive and pedestrian safety and
convenience, traffic flow and control, access, maneuverability, and removal of snow from the streets and
parking areas.
Applicant Response: Because this is a replacement of the existing lift, there are no effects on
the above-listed criteria.
4.Effect upon the character of the area in which the proposed use is to be located, including the scale and
bulk of the proposed use in relation to surrounding uses.
Applicant Response: Because this is a replacement of the existing lift, there are no effects on
the above-listed criteria.
5.Such other factors and criteria as the commission deems applicable to the proposed use.
Applicant Response: This criteria in not applicable to this application.
6.The environmental impact report concerning the proposed use, if an environmental impact report is
required by chapter 12 of this title.
Applicant Response: This criteria in not applicable to this application.
B.Necessary Findings: The planning and environmental commission shall make the following findings
before granting a conditional use permit:
1.That the proposed location of the use is in accordance with the purposes of this title and the
purposes of the zone district in which the site is located.
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2.That the proposed location of the use and the conditions under which it would be operated or
maintained will not be detrimental to the public health, safety, or welfare, or materially injurious
to properties or improvements in the vicinity.
3.That the proposed use will comply with each of the applicable provisions of this title.
VI.
REVIEW CRITERIA: MINOR AMENDMENT IN
SKI BASE RECREATION 2 ZONE DISTRICT
Section 12-8E-18 of the Ski Base Recreation 2 Zone District provides a minor amendment procedure
for modifications to existing development plans. The procedure is as follows:
A.Minor Amendments:
1."Minor amendments" are modifications to building plans, site or landscape plans that do not alter the
basic intent and character of the approved development plan, and are consistent with the design criteria
of this article. Minor amendments may include, but not be limited to, variations of not more than five
feet (5') to approved setbacks and/or building footprints; changes to landscape or site plans that do not
adversely impact pedestrian or vehicular circulation throughout the development site; or changes to
gross floor area of not more than five percent (5%) of the approved square footage of residential floor
area or retail, office, common areas and other nonresidential floor area.
2.Minor amendments consistent with the design criteria outlined in section 12-8E-9 of this article may be
approved by the department of community development. All minor amendments shall be indicated on a
completely revised development plan. Approved changes shall be noted, signed, dated and filed by the
department of community development.
3.Notification of a proposed minor amendment, and a report of staff action of said request, shall be
provided to all property owners within or adjacent to the zone district that may be affected by the
amendment. Affected properties shall be as determined by the department of community development.
Notifications shall be postmarked no later than five (5) days following staff action on the amendment
request and shall include a brief statement describing the amendment and the time and date of when
the planning and environmental commission will be informed of the administrative action. In all cases
the report to the planning and environmental commission shall be made within twenty (20) days from
the date of the staff's decision on the requested amendment.
4.Appeals of staff decisions may be filed by adjacent property owners, owners of property within the zone
district, the applicant, planning and environmental commission members or members of the town
council as outlined in section 12-3-3 of this title.
12-8E-9: DESIGN CRITERIA:
The following design criteria shall be used as the principal criteria in evaluating the merits of a
proposed development plan. It shall be the burden of the applicant to prove by a preponderance of the
evidence that the submittal material and the proposed development plan comply with each of the
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following standards, or demonstrate that one or more of them is not applicable, or that a practical
solution consistent with the public interest has been achieved:
A.Compatibility: Design compatibility and sensitivity to the immediate environment, neighborhood and
adjacent properties relative to architectural design, scale, bulk, building height, buffer zones, identity,
character, visual integrity and orientation.
Applicant Response: The architecture and design of the base terminal will be consistent with
the design of all Vail Mountain lifts. The existing base terminal has a "footprint" of approximately
95 ft. x 28 ft. versus the proposed footprint of the Vista Bahn terminal of approximately 96 ft. x
28 ft., so there is very little change to the size of the terminal. The existing terminal is 23 ft. tall,
while the new terminal will be approximately 23.1 ft. tall. However, the roof of the gondola is
not expected to be higher in elevation that the uppermost section of roof of the existing Vista
Bahn lift terminal. The bulk and mass and orientation on the property is compatible and
sensitive to the immediate environment.
B.Relationship: Uses, activity and density which provide a compatible, efficient and workable relationship
with surrounding uses and activity.
Applicant Response: Because this is a replacement of the existing lift, there are no additional
effects on the above-listed criteria. There is no change to the existing use, activity, or density.
C.Parking And Loading: Compliance with parking and loading requirements as outlined in chapter 10 of
this title.
Applicant Response: While the capacity of the gondola will be higher, there will be no real
impacts to demand or parking. The existing Vista Bahn has a design capacity of transporting
approximately 2,800 skiers per hour. The proposed gondola will have a design capacity of
approximately 3,600 skiers per hour. The gondola will reduce lift lines in the mornings at the
Vista Bahn portal based on the gondola’s capacity and give our guests a warmer, faster, and
enhanced lift experience. Since the gondola arrives at the same location at Mid-Vail there will
not be a new demand for its use that we believe can be effectively measured. While the
gondola will not generally generate new parking demands (as the removal of Chair 1 also had
little impact), it could have some very minor impacts on distribution based on the perception of
smaller lift lines at the base.
D.Comprehensive Plan: Conformity with the Vail comprehensive plan, town policies and urban design plans.
Applicant Response: This criteria has been addressed in Section IV above.
E.Natural And/Or Geologic Hazard: Identification and mitigation of natural and/or geologic hazards that
affect the property on which the development plan is proposed.
Applicant Response: According to the Town’s Geologically Sensitive Area Maps, there are no
geologic hazards which affect this property.
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F.Design Features: Site plan, building design and location and open space provisions designed to produce a
functional development responsive and sensitive to natural features, vegetation and overall aesthetic
quality of the community.
Applicant Response: While the footprint of the base terminal will increase slightly, there are
limited changes to the site plan. However, after the amended use for a replacement ski lift has
been approved, the applicant will be providing landscape and utility plans to improve the ski yard
for both winter and summer activities which will improve the ability of the area to
accommodate special events, improve the organization of pedestrian, bicycle, and automobiles
and trucks accessing Vail Mountain. It is anticipated that these plans will be developed and
submitted in the period from February to April of 2012 for implementation in the summer of
2012.
G.Traffic: A circulation system designed for both vehicles and pedestrians addressing on and off site traffic
circulation.
Applicant Response: Because this is a replacement of the existing lift, there are no effects on
the above-listed criteria.
H.Landscaping: Functional and aesthetic landscaping and open space in order to optimize and preserve
natural features, recreation, views and function.
Applicant Response: After the amended use for a replacement ski lift has been approved, the
applicant will be providing landscape and utility plans to improve the ski yard for both winter
and summer activities which will improve the ability of the area to accommodate special events,
improve the organization of pedestrian, bicycle, and automobiles and trucks accessing Vail
Mountain. It is anticipated that these plans will be develop and submitted in the period from
February to April of 2012 for implementation in the summer of 2012.
I.Workable Plan: Phasing plan or subdivision plan that will maintain a workable, functional and efficient
relationship throughout the development of the development plan.
Applicant Response: This criteria in not applicable to this application.
J.Annexed Lands: Conformity with the terms of an annexation agreement and demonstration of a
compelling public benefit which furthers the public interest.
Applicant Response: This criteria in not applicable to this application.
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VII.
VISTA BAHN PLANS
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VIII.
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RAMS-HORN LODGE CONDOMINIUM
ASSOCIATION, INC.
DIANE MILLIGAN
416 VAIL VALLEY DR,
VAIL, CO 81657
2101-082-48-001
MARTHA HEAD REVOCABLE TRUST - ETAL
BRIDGET K. SULLIVAN, ESQUIRE, SHERMAN &
HOWARD LLC
633 17TH ST STE 3000
DENVER, CO 80202
210108248002
BERKOWITZ, HOWARD P. & JUDITH ROTH - ETAL
AYCO CO/PERS ACCTG
PO BOX 425
SARATOGA SPRINGS, NY 12866-0425
210108248003
CHILDERS, MARY ANN - LEVINE, JAY
222 E CHESTNUT ST 19 A&B
CHICAGO, IL 60611
210108248004
COLORADO LAND TRUST, MAURICE O. RHINEHARDT
TRUSTEE
333 KEY PALM RD
BOCA RATON, FL 33432
210108250001
CHINA BOWL LODGE LLC
633 SEVENTEENTH ST STE 3000
DENVER, CO 80202
210108249011
WILLIAMS FAMILY TRUST II - WILLIAMS FAMILY TRUST
PENNY WILLIAMS
2 LADUE LN
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63124-1632
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210108249003
CAULKINS VAIL LLC
ROBERT J. SWIFT JR SVP
1600 BROADWAY
DENVER, CO 80202
210108249002
BASS, RICHARD D.
PO BOX 439
WINNSBORO, TX 75494
210108249001
PRECOURT, JAY A.
328 MILL CREEK CIR
VAIL, CO 81657
210108249008
FG VAIL LTD
FIRST WESTERN TRUST BANK BILL PAY
1200 17TH ST STE 1050
DENVER, CO 80202
210108249007
SPHEAR INVESTMENTS LLC
PO BOX 1640
GOLETA, CA 93116
210108250007
OSBORNE FAMILY TRUST
BEACH INVESTMENT COUNSEL
300 BARR HARBOR DR STE 220
WEST CONSHOHOCKEN, PA 19428
210108250006
820 MANAGEMENT TRUST
K E ANDREWS
PO BOX 870849
MESQUITE, TX 75187
CHALETS AT THE LODGE AT VAIL
INDEPENDENCE MANAGEMENT
176 E. GORE CREEK DRIVE
VAIL, CO 81657
LODGE APARTMENT CONDO
INDEPENDENCE MANAGEMENT
176 E. GORE CREEK DRIVE
VAIL, CO 81657
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