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VAIL TOWN COUNCIL
EVEN{NG SESSION AGENDA
VAIL TOWN COUNCIL CHAMBERS
75 S. Frontage Road W.
. Vail, CO 81657 °
7:15 P.M., TUESDAY, JULY 15, 2008
NOTE: Times of items are approximate, subject to change, and
cannot be relied upon to determine at what time Council
will consider an item.
1. ITEMITOPIC: Citizen input. (10 min.)
2. ITEMITOPIC: Town Manager's Report. (30 min.)
? Summer Parking Strategies Update.
? Forest Health Update. (Please see memo.)
? East Meadow Drive Entry Feature. (Please see memo.)
? North Day Lot Update.
3. George Ruther ITEMITOPIC: A presentation of the "Project Plan" for the
, LionsHead Parking Structure RedeVelopment Project. (60 min.)
ACTION REQUESTED OF .COUNCIL: If the Vail Town Council
supports the Project Plan as proposed, instruct staff to prepare a
resolution adopting the Project Plan and amending various
sections of the Development Improvement Agreement and retum
to the Vail Town Council meeting on August 5, 2008 for
consideration of the resolution and amended Development
Improvement Agreement.
BACKGROUND RATIONALE: On October 16, 2007, the Town of
Vail and OHP, Vail One, LLC, caused a Development
Improvement Agreement to be executed to facilitate the potential
redevelopment of the LionsHead Parking Structure. Pursuant to
the terms and conditions of the Agreement, in part; the developer
shall be required to submit a"Project Plan" to the Vail Town
Council for review and approval. The purpose of the project plan
is to provide a schematic, architectural internal and external layout
of the project, define the architectural uses and massing of the
project, describe the vehicular and pedestrian circulation patterns
for the project; including the valet parking program and loading
and delivery operations, and to otherwise depict the final project
design for both the Town and the developer. ,
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STAFF RECOMiVIENDATION: The Town Staff recommends that
the Vail Town Council instructs staff to prepare a resolution
adopting the Project Plan and to work with OHP, Vail One, LLC on
amendments to the Development Improvement Agreement.
4. Ron Braden ITEM/TOPIC: I-70 Fiber Optic Project. (10 min.)
, ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Consider staff's request to enter into a contract for installation of fiber from mile marker (MM)
182 near East Vail to MM 177 adjacent to Public Works.
BACKGROUND RATIONALE: The Colorado Department of
Transportation (CDOT) is currently installing fiber from Frisco to
, mile marker 182. The Town of Vail has the opportunity to partner
with CDOT and extend fiber capability to mile marker 177 adjacent
to the Public Works campus. Additional background and benefits
of this project are discussed in the attached memo.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Authorize staff to enter into an
IGA with CDOT and an agreement with their contractor, TetraTek,
' for up to $600,000 to extend fiber from MM 182 to MM 177. Direct
staff to include this expenditure in the second supplemental
appropriation of 2008.
5. Stan Hahn ITEMITOPIC: First reading of Ordinance 15, Series of 2008, an .
Rachel Friede ordinance amending Section 10-1-2, Adopted Codes, Vail Town
Code, in order to adopt the 2008 National Electrical Code, and
Section 10-1-9, Electrical Code Amendments, Vail Town Code, in .
order to adopt amendments to the 2008 National Electrical
Code. (10 min.)
ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Approve, approve with
modifications, or deny Ordinance No. 15, Series of 2008 on first
reading.
BACKGROUND: Every three years, the administrator of the
National Electrical Code (NEC), the National Fire Protection .
Association (NFPA) conducts a public review process to update
the NEC. This year, the NFPA adopted the 2008 NEC, which will
be officially adopted by the State of Colorado on August 1, 2008.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: The Department of Community
Development recommends that the Vail Town Councit approve
Ordinance No. 15, Series of 2008, on first reading.
6. Warren Campbell ITEM/TOPIC: First reading of Ordinance No. 16, Series of 2008,
an ordinance to allow for the rezoning of finro unplatted. parcels
commonly known as the "Vail Professional Building" and
"Cascade Crossing° from Arterial Business district to LionsHead
Mixed Use-2 district and portions of unplatted and unzoned South
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Frontage Road West right-of-way to LionsHead Mixed Use-2
district, and setting forth details in regard thereto. (20 min.)
ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Approve, approve with
modifications, or deny Ordinance No. 16, Series of 2008, on first
reading.
BACKGROUND RATIONALE: On October 22, 2007, the
Planning and Environmental Commission voted 5-1-0 (Cleveland
opposed) to forward a recommendation of approval for the
_ rezoning of the properties known as Cascade Crossing, the Vail
Professional Building, and portion of the South Frontage Road
West right-of-way that would become a part of developabte lots
once the Frontage Road were relocated to parallel the interstate:.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: The Community Development
Department recommends that the Vail Town Council approves
Ordinance No. 16, Series of 2008, on first reading.
7. Scot Hunn ITEMITOPIC: A request for second reading of Ordinance No. 5,
Series of 2008, an ordinance approving a major amendment to
Special Development District No. 4, Cascade Village, pursuant to
Section 12-9A-10, Amendment Procedures, Vail Town Code, to
allow for the development of the Comerstone Site. (PEC070055)
(5 min.)
ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Staff recommends the
Council approves, on second reading, Ordinance No. 5, Series of
2008, an ordinance approving a major amendment to Special
Development District No. 4, Cascade Village, pursuant to Section
12-9A-10, Amendment Procedures, Vail Town Code, to allow for
the development of the Cornerstone Site.
BACKGROUND RATIONALE: On January 28, 2008, the Town of
Vail Planning and Environmental Commission voted unanimously
to forward a recommendation for approval, with conditions, of an
application for a major amendment to Special Development
District No. 4, Cascade Village, pursuant to Section 12-9A-10,
Amendment Procedures, . Vail Town Code, to allow for the
development of the Cornerstone Site. (PEC070055)
On July 1, 2008, the Vail Town Council held a public hearing to
consider Ordinance No. 5, Series of 2008, an ordinance approving
a major amendment to Special Development District No. 4,
Cascade Village, on first reading. At that meeting, the Council
voted 6-1 (Foley opposed) to approve, with conditions, Ordinance
No. 5, Series of 2008, on first reading.
8. Bill Gibson ITEM/TOPIC: Second reading of Ordinance No. 12, Series of
2008, an ordinance amending Chapter 12-16, Conditional Use
Permits, to allow for the administrative review and approval of
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, specific conditional uses, and setting forth . details in regard
thereto. (PEC080103) (10 min.) ,
ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Approved, approve with
modifications, or deny Ordinance No. '12, Series of 2008, on _
second reading. ,
BACKGROUND RATIONALE: On June 23, 2008, the Planning
and Environmental Commission voted 6-0-0 to forward a
recommendation of approval for the prescribed text amendments ,
of Ordinance No. 12, Series of 2008. The purpose of the
proposed amendments is to streamline the Town development
review process, while achieving the same development outcomes.
At its July 1, 2008, public hearing, the Town Council approved the
first reading of Ordinance No. 12, 2008, by a vote of 43-0 (Foley,
Daly, and Hitt opposed). Since the first reading, Staff is proposing
to delete the word "significantly" from proposed Section 12-16-10-
B to address some of the Council Members' concerns about the
first reading. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends the Town
Council approves Ordinance No. 12, Series of 2008, on second
reading.
9. Matt Mire ITEM/TOPIC: Resolution No. 14, Series of 2008, a Resolution
Approving an Intergovemmental Golf Course Lease Agreement
with the Vail Park and Recreation District; and Setting Forth ~
Details in Regard Thereto. (30 min.)
ACTION REQUESTED OF AUTHORITY: Approve, amend or deny Resolution No. 14, Series of 2008.
BACKGROUND: The- Town and the Vail Park and Recreation
District (the "VRD") entered into a golf course lease agreement on
May 27, 1966. On March 4, 2008 Council authorized the Town , Manager to enter into a Master Facilities Lease Agreement with
the VRD expressly contingent upon the eventual approval of an
intergovernmental lease agreement with the VRD for the Vail Goff
Course.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Approve, amend or deny
Resolution No. 14, Series of 2008.
10. ITEMITOPIC: Adjoumment. (10:20 p.m.)
NOTE UPCOMING MEETING START TIMES BELOW:
(ALL TIMES ARE APPROXIMATE AND SUBJECT TO CHANGE)
x~ THE NEXT VAIL TOWN COUNCIL REGULAR WORK SESSION
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WILL BEGIN AT TBD, TUESDAY, AUGUST 5, 2008 IN THE VAIL TOWN COUNCiL
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2008
Vail Fire and Emergency Services
Mitigation/Wildland Fire Crew
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The Vail Fire and Emergency Services Mitigation /Wildland Fire Crew is in
its.second season of operation. We currently have 6 Wildland Firefighters
who work on two shifts giving the town 3 to 4 Wildland firefighters on duty
7 days a week. They operate from a type 7, a type 6 wildland engines, and a
chipper truck working 4- 10 hour shifts. They are also available for call
back if needed.
Their duties include Vail Valley Forest Health project work in and around
the Town of Vail, free Firewise Home Safety Assessments, hazard tree
evaluation on town land and private land as well as Wildland Fire response.
When accessible the crew will fall and chip up trees. When trees are too far
to drive to they fall, delimb, pile and burn piles when weather conditions
permit. Progress to date:
Helicopter Operations to move 1000 trees in West Vail are complete. We cio
not see the helicopter returning next year.
Fire wise Home Inspections: 18 to date up from last years 8
Cutting and chipping with in the town of Vail:
East Vail:
We have cut along Bighorn drive 30 trees
And will continue to cut along Bighorn to the west.
East Vail Bike Path:
Continue to cut as red trees appear. Waiting for water level to drop to gain
access to %2 a dozen trees
Golf course:
West end near Northwood's Condominiums and soccer field about 20 trees
In the Yurt area about 30 trees with more to cut as soon as traffic levels
decrease. Ford Amphitheater and Nature Center:
2 large trees at the bridge near the ticket office.
. As traffic lessons will get about 10 trees in and around the Nature Center
Vail Village and Lionshead:
5 trees in Forest road area 1 at pedestrian over pass with many more trees to
be cut in pump house - bridge to no were area along the bike path.
Redsandstone at the North Trail area:
16 trees cut and stacked
Donovan Park Area:
Continue to bring down new red. trees 15 to date.
Disperse 07 burn piles
Monitoring new Aspen growth
West Vail:
Vermont Road 150 trees for forest Health Project
Will continue to -fall trees as they turn or threaten properties
Continue to build burn piles above Stephens Park area
Start chipping in helicopter yarding area for land rehabilitation.
We will be waiting for the weather to be favorable in the fall so we can burn
all of the piles that have collectively constructed from the Forest Service and
Town of Vail Crews. About 3000 through out the valley. ,
All of the Forest Service cutting has been completed on the North side of the
valley for this year. They had a crew of about 30 Sawyers that worked very
had to complete their task.
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In summary the Vail crew has cut around 260 trees so far this year. We have
started to contact property owners for hazard tree compliance.
The town attorney is crafting the letter to our property owners to advise of '
our enforcement preccedures.
We are currently working with Community Development to stream line the
Hazard tree removal process.
The home inspections are up in numbers and we are beginning to make some
visible head way.
Thank you for your continued support in our on going Forest Health
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This map was aeated by Ihe Town of Vail GIS Team. Use d this map shald be fa gerieral purposes only
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Art in Public Places
East Meadow Drive Entry Feature
July 8, 2008
Art in Public Places, acting on a recommendation from Town Council, asked artist James
G. Moore to submit a proposal for the Meadow Drive Entry Feature. Moore, whose bell
sculptures are currently on display in Ford Park, provided AIPP with a written project
description and sketches showing two possible approaches. The design favored by AIPP
is somewhat of an enlarged version of Moore's Elements sculpture. A single bell is
suspended from an approximately fifteen foot high supporting structure. The bell, cast in
bronze, would incorporate colored glass, thus functioning as a lamp and reminiscent of
the Arts and Crafts movement. AIPP believes this approach would compliment the
surrounding architecture which often incorporates hand-wrought metal features. The
artist provided the Town of Vail preliminary concepts at no charge. On July 7, the Art in
Public Places Board voted unanimously to pay the artist $2,000 to develop the idea
further, identify materials, compile a budget and provide several good and accurate
illustrations of the sculptures for presentation to the community in a public meeting.
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Elements by James G. Moore
MEMORANDUM
To: Town Council
From: Ron Braden, Information Technology Director
Subject: I-70 Fiber Optic Project ,
Date: July 10, 2008
The Town of Vail has a unique opportunity to partner with the Colorado Department of
Transportation (CDOT) on an active fiber optics project to install fiber through the Vail
interstate corridor. The existing 5.2 million dollar project was awarded to TetraTek who is
extending the'existing fiber from Frisco to MM 182 this summer. It is our desire to see the'fiber
extended from MM 182 to MM 177 so that we can physically tie our network
into CDOT's. This will give us a direct link into the CDOT system where we will have access to
all cameras and variable message signs (VMS) state-wide. One example of the use of this would
allow the Vail Communications Center to pan or tilt a camera on Vail Pass to get real time
-observation of an accident or incident, and then update the VMS in Vail to reflect the information
that was seen from the camera. The Town of Vail will have its own conduit with 12 single mode fibers from the top of Vail Pass
to West Vail. This sets Vail up for the future and gives an infinite number of possibilities with
cameras, variable message signs, internet protocol (IP) based radio repeaters, wireless access
points and other enhancements. In addition, it will give us a direct link to the new West Vail Fire Station so that we do not have to
rely on wireless or subscriber lines, as fiber is more reliable with much higher capacity. Based on
prior estimates, we had expected to spend up to $412,000 to run fiber along the Frontage Road to
West Vail for a new station. This cost can be avoided since CDOT will give us the fiber strands
to West Vail as the project enters the next phase. CDOT's goal is to finish the link between
Frisco and Glenwood Canyon in the next few years.
This is an opportunity to create a lasting technology partnership with CDOT and put a crucial
network transport, which the Town of Vail will own and control, in the place through Vail's
interstate corridor for whatever•the future may hold.
Funding for this project is available from the Capital Projects Fund balance which is budgeted at
$1,528,848 at the end of 2008. This balance does not reflect the incremental property tax
revenue, estimated at $450,000, which will be directed to the Capital Projects Fund to be held
until released by Council. Nor does it include revenue from the construction use tax, which has
contributed $400,000 from January 1 through July 10, 2008. Also, some currently budgeted
expenditures will not occur in 2008, thus increasing the fund balance above the current
projection.
Staff requests your authorization to enter into an intergovernmental agreement (IGA) with CDOT
and an agreement with.their contractor, TreTek, for an amount not to exceed $600,000 to extend
fiber from MM 182 to MM 177. If authorized, this expenditure will be included in the second
supplemental appropriation for 2008.
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MEMORANDUM.
TO: Vail Town Council
FROM: Community Development Department
DATE: July 15, 2008
SUBJECT: First reading of Ordinance No. 16, Series of 2008, an ordinance to allow
for the rezoning of finro unplatted parcels commonly known as the "Vail
Professional Building" and "Cascade Crossing" from Arterial Business
district to Lionshead Mixed Use-2 district and portions of unplatted and
unzoned South Frontage Road West right-of-way to Lionshead Mixed
Use-2 district, and setting forth details in regard thereto.
1. PURPOSE .
First reading of Ordinance No. 16, Series of 2008, an ordinance-to allow for the
rezoning of two unplatted parcels commonly known as the "Vail Professional
Building" and "Cascade ,Crossing° from Arterial. Business district to Cionshead
Mixed Use-2 district and portions of unplatted and unzoned South Frontage Road
West right-of-way to Lionshead Mixed Use-2 district, and setting forth details in
regard thereto.
The rezoning of the two parcels and portions of right-of-way will combine with the
existing properties known as the Holy Cross Lot, Vai.l Resorts Maintenance Yard,
and, former BP/Amoco gas station site which are currently zoned Lionshead
Mixed Use-2 district.
The Town Council is responsible for final approval/denial of a zoning/rezoning.
The Town Council shall review and approve the proposal based on the
compatibility of the proposed zoning with surrounding uses, consistency with the
Vail Comprehensive Plans, and impact on the general welfare. of the community.
II. BACKGROUND
The sequence of applications and meetings to create a new, base village to
known as Ever Vail began with the amendments to the. Lionshead
. Redevelopment Master Plan to include several new parcels and revise the
recommendations for West Lionshead (Ever Vail).
On December 11, 2006, the Planning and Environmental Commission forwarded
a recommendation of approval of the proposed amendments by a vote of 4-1-0
(Jewitt opposed). The initial concepts include the addition of a skier gondola in
the location of the old gas station site and the development of mixed use areas,
including housing, retail, and office spaces, to create a new portal to the
mountain with all the typical skier services. Another aspect of the initial concepts
includes the possible relocation of the South Frontage Road.
On February 6, 2007, the Town Council adopted Resolution 4, Series of 2007,
containing the proposed Lionshead Master Plan amendments to include several
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properties comprising Ever Vail and recommendations for those properties.
Resolution 4, Series of 2007, was adopted by a vote of 5-1-0 (Foley opposed).
On August 7, 2007, the Town Council held a work session to discuss the Ever
Vail entitlement process. At this meeting a flow chart depicting the various
applications and the order in which they need to be completed was presented
and discussed. This is the last time a formal presentation was provided to the
Council regarding the Ever Vail project.
The first application to begin the entitlement process for Ever Vail was a request
for a major subdivision to combine and reconfigure.the lots comprising Ever Vail.
The first step in this application was a review of a preliminary plan which will lay
the ground work for the submittal of a final plat at a later date. Review of the
preliminary plan occurred prior to receiving a memorandum of understanding with
CDOT regarding the potential Frontage Road realignment.. A review of the final
plat will occur subsequent of this understanding with CDOT as there should be
little to no. change required on any approvals granted for the final plat. The final
plat, if approved, will not be recorded until such time as the Frontage Road is
relocated and the transfer of right-of-way is completed upon acceptance of the
new Frontage Road by CDOT. ,
On September 24, 2007, the Planning and Environmental Commission approved
the Preliminary Plan for the platting of Ever Vail by a unanimous vote.
A request for a rezoning of the lots created by the Ever Vail final plat occurred in
conjunction with the request for review of the preliminary plan. The Commission
made a recommendation on the rezoning request; however, as the final plat
cannot be reco.rded until such time as the Frontage Road right-of-way exchange
with CDOT there cannot be the adoption of an ordinance by Council to effect the
rezoning on the lots until the final plat is recorded, thus creating the lots.
On October 22, 2007, the Planning and Environmental Commission voted 5-1-0
(Cleveland opposed) to forward a recommendation of approval for the rezoning
of the properties known as Cascade Crossing, the Vail Professional Building, and
portion of the South Frontage Road right-of-way that would become a part of developable lots . once the Frontage Road were relocated to parallel the
interstate. A copy of the memorandum and attachments to the PEC are attached
for reference (Attachment B)
On July. 1, 2008, the Town Council participated in a work session to reintroduce
the Ever Vail project and to discuss the proposed steps in reviewing the project.
It was discussed at this meeting that the requesf for a rezoning of portions of the
overall development site known as Ever vail would be the immediate next. step.
The applicant has submitted a letter responding to the questions and comments
of the Town Council at this hearing (Attachment C)
lII. ZONING ANALYSIS
The , following zoning analysis provides a comparison of the development
potential currently allowed under Arterial Business District (ABD) to that of the
proposed Lionshead Mixed Use-2 District (LMU-2).
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• Legal Description: Unplatted
Land Use Designation: Community Office
Lot Size: 87,120 sq. ft./2.0 acres
Development Standard ADB LMU-2
Lot Area: 25,000 sq. ft. min. 10,000 sq. ft.
min.
Setbacks: Front: 15 ft. 60% of frontage 10 ft. all sides
20 ft. 40% of frontage ,
Sides: 15 ft.
Rear: 10 ft.
Height: 70% between 32 ft. and 40 ft. 82.5 ft. max:
30% less than 32 ft. 71 ft. average
Density Control: No dwelling units allowed 70 d.u.s,
Type III EHUs conditional unlimited a.u.s,
f.f.u.s, e.h.u.s,
timeshare
(33% over
existing
or 35 d.u.s/acre
wliichever is
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GRFA: 52,272 sq. ft. 217,800 sq. ft.
(33% over existing
or 250%0 of
` buildable area
whichever. is
greater)
Site Coverage: 52,272 sq: ft. 60.984 sq. ft.
(60%) (70%)
Landscaping: 21,780 sq. ft. 17,424 sq. ft.
(25%) (20%)
Parking Per Chapter 10 of Per Chapter
10 of the Zoning the Zoning
Regulations Regulations
The following zoning analysis provides an explanation of the development
potential that would be applied to the unplatted and' unzoned South Frontage
Road right-of-way if it were to be rezoned to Lionshead Mixed Use-2 District
(LMU-2). This analysis took into account the area of right-of-way being
incorporated into Lots 1 and 2 of the Ever Vail Preliminary Plan minus the
property provide from existing lots to the relocated right-of-way.
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Legal Description: Unplatted
Land Use Designation: Not Applicable -
Lot Size: 139,778 sq. ft.13.21 acres
Development Standard LMU-2
Lot Area: 10,000 sq. ft. min.
Setbacks: 10 ft. all sides .
• Height: 82.5 ft. max.
71 ft. average
Density Control: 112 d.u.s, unlimited a.u.s, f.f.u.s, e..h.u.s, timeshare
GRFA: 349,445 sq. ft. if entire site is buildable Site Coverage: 97,844.6 sq. ft.
' (70%0)
Landscaping: 27,955.6 sq. ft.
(20%)
Parking Per Chapter 10 of the Zoning Regulations
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The following is a zoning analysis of the development potential of Lots 1 and 2 as
depicted on the Ever Vail Preliminary Plan, if adopted as shown.
Legal Description: Lot 1, Ever Vail Subdivision
Land Use Designation: Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan
Lot Size: 330,402.6 sq. ft./7.585 acres
Development Standard LMU-2
Lot Arlea: 10,000 sq. ft. min. ' -
Setbacks: 10 ft. all sides
Height: 82.5 ft. max.
71 ft. average
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Density Control: 112 d.u.s,, unlimited a.u.s, f.f.u.s, e.h.u.s, timeshare
GRFA: 732,087.5 sq. ft. (292,835 sq. ft. buildable site area)
, Site Coverage:" 231,281:4 sq. ft.
(70%) ' l.andscaping: 66,080.5 sq. ft. , (20%)
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• Parking Per Chapter 10 of the Zoning Regulations
Legal Description: Lot 2, Ever Vail Subdivision
. Land Use Designation: Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan
Lot Size: 156,162.6 sq. ft./3.585 acres.
Development Standard LMU-2
Lot Area: 10,000 sq. ft. min.
Setbacks: 10 ft. all sides
Height: . 82.5"ft. max. '
71 ft. average
Density Control: 125 d:u.s, unlimited a.u.s, f.f.u.s, e.h.u.s, timeshare
GRFA: 349,800 sq. ft. (139,920 sg. ft. buildable site area)
Site Coverage: 109,313.8 sq. ft. (70%)
Landscaping:, 31,232.5 sq, ft.
(20%)
Parking Per Chapter 10 of the Zoning Regulations
IV. CRITERIA AND FINDINGS . •
Amendment to the Official Zonin4 Maq of the Town of Vail (rezoninq). "
Chapter 3, Administration and Enforcement, Title 12, Zoning Title, of the Vail
Town Code authorizes amendments to the Official Zoning Map.of the Town of
Vail. Pursuant to Section 12-3-7, Amendments, in part,,
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"an application to amend the disfrict boundaries of the Zoning Map may
be initiated by. petition of any residenf or property owner in the Town."
Furthermore, Section 12-3-7 C prescribes the criteria and findings the Planning
and Environmental.Commission and Town Council shall consider with respect to
a request to amend the Zoning Map.
The applicant is seeking a recommendation of approval to rezone two unplatted
properties, from ADB to LMU-2 and a portion of unplatted and unzoned South
Frontage Road right-of-way to LMU-2.
According to Section 12-3-7 C, of the Vail Town Code,
Before acting on an application for a zone district boundary amendment, the
Planning and Environrhental Commission and Town Council sha/l consider the
fo/lowing factors with respect to the requested zone district boundary
amendment:
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1. The extent to which the zone district amendment is consistent
with all the applicable elements of the adopted goals, objectives
and policies outlined in the Vail Comprehensive Plan and is
compatible with the development objectives of the Town; and
The redevelopment of the properties incorporating the Ever Vail
' project began in early 2006; with the start of public meetings and
hearings to discuss incorporation of several parcels into the
Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan and amendments to the
Master Plan for the area known as "West Lionshead". In early 2007,
Town Council adopted, through resolution, the amendments to the
. Master Plan that evolved over a year of public process.
The proposed rezoning of finro properties and portions of the unplatted.
South Frontage Road right-of-way is one of the steps in effecting the
change in Ever Vail that was anticipated through the adoption of the
changes to the Master Plan. Staff has reviewed the proposed rezoning request and found it to be in compliance with the multiple
elements of the Vail Comprehensive Plan. Within Section V of this
memorandum staff provided the Policies and Goals identified in both '
the Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan and the Vail Land Use
Plan which apply to this request.
The requested rezonings in conjunction with the possible adoption of
a Ever Vail Final Plat will be the basis for creating the foundation from
which many of the policies and goals of the Vail Comprehensive Plan
can be achieved.
The proposed rezoning is consistent and compatible with, the. Vail
Comprehensive Plan and the Town's development objectives.
2. The extent to which the zone district amendment is suitable with
the existing and potential land uses on the site and existing and
potential surrounding land uses as set out in the Town's adopted
planning documents; and .
The Lionshead Mixed Use-2 District establishes zoning that is
consistent witK both existing and proposed uses on the subject
properties. Currently, the Ever Vail area. contains industrial uses, a
public utility, commercial, and office. As a part of the redevelopment
the remaining adjacent uses will be the water treatment plant and the
Glen Lyon Office Building. Staff believes that the permitted and
conditional uses listed within the LMU-2 District are suitable uses to be adjacent to the remaining properties.
The proposed use of the properties within Ever Vail will be a mixed
use development containing a combination of retail/commercial,
office, dwelling units, accommodation units, time share, and employee
housing. Special attention should be given to the Detailed Plan
Recommendations outlined Chapter 5. of the Lionshead
Redevelopment Master Plan for the area known as Ever Vail. This
language is found in Section V of this memorandum.
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harmonious, convenient, workable relationship among land uses
consistentwith municipal development objectives;- and
The LMU-2 District is consistent with the existing and proposed use of the property. The proposed zone district implements specific goals of
the Vail Land Use Plan and Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan.,
Staff believes that the proposed rezoning~ presents a harmonious,
convenient, and _ workable relationship with land uses in the area
consistent with the existing and proposed use of the property. For
example, while the overall density of development on the subject
properties will increase as a result of the zone district boundary
amendment, the relocation of the South Frontage Road right-of-way,
the detailed plan recommendations for the development site, and the
anticipated off site vehicular and pedestrian improvements ensures a
workable relationship. among land uses.
4. The extent to which the zone district amendment provides for the
growth of an orderly viable community and does not constitute
spot zoning as the amendment serves the best interests of the
community as a whole; and
The proposed rezoning establishes consistent zoning for the subject
" properties with regards to their adjacent zoned LMU-2 District .
properties. This rezoning will create a zone district consistent with the
. existing and proposed use of the property. The proposed rezoning
and development plan provide . for the development of an orderly
viable community consistent with the Town's development interests as
expressed in the Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan. The
purpose of the LMU-2 District is, in part, "to provide sites for /odges,
hotels, fractional fee clubs, lodge dwelling units, and timeshares", "to
provide economic incentives for properties to redevelop", and "to
create an economically vibrant lodging, housing and commercial core
area." Rezoning the subject properties to LMU-2 District will allow for
the redevelopment of the Ever Vail area consistent with the
recommendations found in the Master Plan for Ever Vail.
Staff believes that this amendment furthers the development
objectives of the Town and serves the best interest of the community
as a whole.
5. The extent to which the zone district amendment results in
. adverse or beneficial impacts on the natural environment,
including but not limited to water quality, air quality, noise,
vegetation, riparian corridors, hillsides and other desirable
natural features; and
. The proposed rezoning will change the existing character and uses
currently present on the subject properties. However, staff does not
foresee any adverse impacts on the natural environment to include •
water quality, air quality, noise, vegetation, etc. In fact, given the
language as adopted for the detailed recommendations for the site, it
could be reasonably expected that beneficial impacts could result
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fr= the rezoning and redevelopment of the site. For example, an
° intended outcome of the redevelopment of this,site, according to the
Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan, is the restoration and
enhancement of the Red Sandstone Creek riparian corridor.
6. The extent to which the zone district amendment is consistent
, with the purpose statement of the proposed zone district.
The LMU-2 District is proposed for the subject properties. The
proposed zone districf amendment is consistent with the intended
purpose of that zone district. A copy of the purpose statement of the
LMU-2 District is provided in Section V of this memorandum.
7. The extent to which the zone district amendment demonstrates
how conditions have changed since the zoning designation of
the subject property was adopted and is no longer appropriate.
Since the original adoption of zoning on the property, the Town of Vail ,
has undergone an extensive study for fhe redevelopment of the
Lionshead area of Town. As such, the Town has adopted clearly
identifiable goals and objectives for development in this general area
of Town. In order to ensure that these goals and objectives for
development are carried out, the Town adopted finro zone districts;
one of which. is the LMU-2 District. If approved, the applicant will be
afforded the opportunity to redevelop the Vait Professional Building
and Vail Cascade properties and portions of the unplatted South
Frontage Road with the Town's goals in mind. To that end, the
Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan, through the adoption of
Resolution No. 4, Series of 2007, outlines very clear and specific
~ objectives for development on the properties to be rezoned. These
objectives can be found in Chapter 5 of the Lionshead
Redevelopment Master Plan.
8. Such other factors and criteria as the . Commission and/or
Council deem applicable to the proposed rezoning.
V. DISCUSSION
In conjunction with this request to rezone certain properties and right-of-way Staff
believes there are several. topics which should be presented at this point so that
the applicant and Council can be aware of Staff s focus moving forward. As Ever
Vail progresses -through the multiple applications Staff will be focused on the
following: •The need for additional public parking spaces. • Stream setbacks from Red Sandstone Creek and the treatment proposed
for the creek. Including the creation of a stream tract which may
ultimately be zoned to Outdoor Recreation district or Natural Area
Preservation district and provided to the Town.
• The Frontage Road realignment and bridge including their design and
function.
• Setbacks of structures from the realigned Frontage Road.
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• Building height with regard to overall experience in the new village.
. • The creation of a pedestrian experience that will serve as a draw for
visitors to this new portal while not cannibalizing the existing portals.
VI. ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL
The Community Development Department recommends.that the Vail Town Council
approves Ordinance No. 16, Series of 2008, on first reading.
Should the Town Council choose to approve this zone district boundary
amendment, the Community. Development Department recommends the Council
pass the following motion:
The Town Council approves, with conditions, the_ first reading of a zone
district boundary amendment, pursuant fo 12-3-7, Amendments, Vai!
Town Code, to allow for a rezoning of properties from Arterial Business
District and South Frontage Road West righf-of-way which is not zoned to
Lionshead Mixed Use-2, properties known as "Ever Vail" (VI/est
Lionshead), located at 953 and 1031 South Frontage Road West and
Soufh Frontage Road West right-of-way, (a complete legal description is
available for inspection af the Town of Vail Community Developmenf
Department), and setting forth details in regard thereto. This approval
with conditions is fo rezone Lots 1 and 2 created by the Ever Vail Final
Plat, if adopted, to Lionshead Mixed Use-2 District.
Should the Town Council choose to approve this zone district boundary
amendment, the Community Development Department recommends the Council
pass the following findings:
"Before recommending and/or granting an approval of an application for a
zone district boundary amendmenf the Planning & Environmental
Commission and the Town Council shall make the following findings with
respect to the requested amendment:.
1. That the amendment is consistent with the adopted goals, objectives and policies outlined in the Vail Comprehensive Plan
and compatible with the development objectives of the Town; and
2. That the amendment is compatible with and suitable to adjacent
uses and appropriate for the surrounding areas; and
3. That the amendment promotes the health, safety, morals, and
general welfare of the Town and promotes the coordinated and
harmonious development of the Town in a manner that conserves
. and enhances its natural environment and its established
character as a resort and residential community of the highest
quality. "
Should the Town Council choose to approve this zone district boundary
amendment, the Community Development Department recommends the Council
the following conditions:
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1. That this approval to amend the zone district boundaries of the Town of
Vail Official Zoning Map to rezone Lots 1 and 2 of the proposed Ever Vail .
' subdivision as Lionshead Mixed Use-2 District will become effective upon
review, approval, and recording of the Ever. Vail Final Plat by the Planning
and Environmental Commission and Town Council.
2. That this: approval of a zone district boundary amendment boundaries of the Town of Vail Official Zoning Map shall expire on August 5, 2011, if the • review, approval, and recording of the Ever Vail Final Plat by the Planning
Commission and Town Council has not occurred.
VII. ATTACHMENTS A. Ordinance No. 16, Series of 2008
B. Copy of the Planning and Environmental Commission memorandum dated
October 22,,2007 .
" C. Letter from the applicant responding to questions and comments made by
Council at,the July 1, 2008, hearing. r
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' ORDINANCE NO. 16
Series of 2008 .
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP OF THE TOWN OF VAIL IN
ACCORDANCE W1TH TITLE 12, ZONING REGULATiONS, CHAPT.ER 5, ZONNG MAP;
REZONING TWO UNPLATTED PARCELS COMMONLY KNOWN ASTHE VAIL
PROFESSIONAL BUILDING AND CASCADE CROSSING, FROM ARTERIAL BUSINESS
(ABD) DISTRICT TO LIONSHEAD MIXED USE-2 (LMU-2) DISTRICT, AND REZONING OF
PORTIONS OF THE SOUTH FRONTAGE ROAD WESTWHICH IS NOT CURRENTLY ZONED •
TO LIONSHEAD MIXED USE 2(LMU-2) DISTRICT AND SETTING FORTH DETAILS IN .
REGARDS THERETO.
WHEREAS, Chapter 5, Zoning Map, of the Vail Town Code establishes the procedures for
evaluating changes to the Official Zoning Map of the Town of Vail ("Zoning Map"); and ,
WHEREAS, the proposed amendment to the "Zoning Map" has been reviewed in
accordance with the prescribed requirements outlined in Sections 12-3-1 through 12-3-7 of the
Zoning Regulations of the Vail Town Code; and
WHEREAS, on October 22, 2007, the Planning and Environmental Commission of the Town
of Vail reviewed and forwarded a recommendation of approval by a vote of 5-1-0 (Cleveland
opposed), of the proposed amendment to the "Zoning Map" to the Vail Town Council in accordance
with the criteria and findings outlined in Section 12-3-7 of the Zoning Regulations of the Town of
Vail; and
WHEREAS, the Vail Town Council finds the proposed amendment to the "Zoning Map" is
consistent with the adopted goals,"objectives and policies outlined in the Vail Comprehensive Plan,
the Vail Village Master Plan and is compatible with the devefopment objectives of the Town; and
WHEREAS, the Vail Town Council finds the amendment to the "Zoning Map" is compatible
with and suitable to adjacent uses and appropriate for the surrounding areas; and
WHEREAS, the Vail Town Council finds the amendment to the "Zoning Map" promotes the
health, safety, morals, and general welfare of the Town and promotes the coordinated and
harmonious deveiopment of the Town in a manner that conserves and enhances its natural
environment and its established character as a resort and residential community of the higfiest
ORDINANCE N0.16, SERIES OF 200B .
Vail Town Council Attachment: A
quality.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF
VAIL, COLORADO, THAT: Section 1. Zoning Map Amendment
The purpose of this Ordinance is to amend the Official Zoning Map of the Town of Vail. The
Official Zoning Map of the Town of Vail is hereby amended as follows:
Two unplatted parcels commonly known as the Vail Professional Building and
Cascade Crossing shall be rezoned from Arterial Business (ABD) district to
Lionshead Mixed Use-2 (LMU-2) district, and portions of the South Frontage Road
right-of-way will be zoned Lionshead Mixed use-2 (LMU-2) district, as illustrated on
Exhibit A attached hereto.
Section 2. Conditions
The following conditions shall govern the approval of this rezoning request.
1. That this approval to amend the zone district boundaries of the Town of Vail 4fficial
Zoning Map to rezone~ Lots 1 and 2 of the proposed Ever Vail subdivision as,
Lionshead Mixed Use-2 District will become effective upon review, approval, and
recording of the Ever Vail Final Plat by the; Planning and Environmental Commission
and Town Council. .
2. That this approval of a zone district boundary amendment boundaries of the Town of
Vail Official Zoning Map shall expire on August 5, 2011, if the ceview, approval,.and
recording of the Ever Vail Final Plat by the Planning Commission and Town Council
has not occurred.
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. Section 3. If any part, section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase of this ordinance
is for any reason held to be invalid, such decision shall not effect the validity of the remaining
portions of this ordinance; and the Town Council hereby declares it would have passed this
ordinance, and each part, section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase thereof, regardless of the fact that any one or more parts, sections, subsections, sentences, clauses
or phrases -be declared invalid.
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ORDINANCE N0.16, SERIES OF 200B
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Section 4. The Town Council hereby finds, determines and declares that this ordinance
is necessary and proper for the health, safety and welfare of the Town of Vail and the
inhabitants thereof.
Section S. The amendment of any provision of the Town Code as provided in this
ordinance shall not affect any right which lias accrued, any duty imposed, any violation that
occurred prior to the effective date hereof, any prosecution commenced, nor any other
action or proceeding as commenced under or by virtue of the provision amended. The
amendment of any provision hereby shall not revive any provision or any ordinance
previously repealed or superseded unless expressly siated herein.
Section 6. All bylaws, orders, resolutions and ordinances, or parts thereof, inconsistent
herewith are repealed to the extent only of such inconsistency. This repealer shall not be
construed to revise any bylaw, order, resolution or ordinance, or part thereof, theretofore
repealed.
INTRODUCED, READ ON FIRST READING, APPROVED, AND ORDERED
PUBLISHED ONCE IN FULL ON FIRST READING this 15th day of July, 2008, and a public
hearing for second reading of this Ordinance set for the 5th day of August, 2008, in the
Council Chambers of the Vail Municipal Building, Vail, Colorado.
Richard D. Cleveland, Mayor
Attest:
Lorelei Donaldson, Town Clerk
ORDINANCE N0.16, SERIES OF 2006
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Exhibit A
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, MEMORANDUM
TO: Planning and Environmental Commission
FROM: Community Development Department
DATE: October 22, 2007 SUBJECT: A request for a final recommendation to the Vail Town Council for a zone
district boundary amendment, pursuant to 12-3-7, Amendments, Vail Town
Code, to allow for a rezoning of properties from Arterial Business District and
South Frontage Road West right-of-way which is not zoned to Lionshead
Mixed Use-2, properties known as "Ever Vail" (West Lionshead), located at
953 and 1031 South Frontage Road West and South Frontage Road West
right-of-way, (a complete legal description is available for inspection at the
Town of Vail Community Development Department), and setting forth details
in regard thereto. (PEC07-0021)
Applicant: Vail Resorts Development Company, represented by Thomas
Miller
Planner: Warren Campbell
1. SUMMARY
The applicant, Vail Resorts Dev.elopment Company, represented.by Thomas Miller,
has submitted a request for a final recommendation to the Vail Town Council for a
zone district boundary amendment, pursuant to 12-3-7, Amendments, Vail Town
Code, to allow for a rezoning of properties from Arterial Business District and South
Frontage Road West. right-of-way which _ is not. zoned to Lionshead. Mixed Use-2,
properties known as "Ever Vail" (West. Lionshead), located at 953 and 1031 South
Frontage Road West. and South Frontage Road. West. rig ht-of-way, (a complete legal
description is available for inspection at the Town of Vail Community Development Department), The applicant has submitted the application in anticipation of the
redevelopment of the area known as Ever Vail and the possible adoption of a fnal
plat creating Lots 1 and 2 of the Ever Vail Subdivision. Staff is recommending that
the Planning and Environmental Commission forwards a recommendation of
approval, with a condition of the proposed rezonings. subject to the findings and
conditions outlined in Section VIII of this memorandum.
II. DESCRIPTION OF REQUEST .
The applicant, Vail Resorts Development Company, represented by Thomas Miller,
has submitted a request for a final recommendation to the Vail Town Council for a
zone district boundary amendment, pursuant to 12-3-7, Amendments, Vail Town
Code, to allow for a rezoning of properties from Arterial Business District and South
Frontage Road West right-of-way which is. not zoned to Lionshead Mixed Use-2.
The purpose of the application is to amend the Official Zoning Map of the Town of
Vail whereby the unplatted Vail Professional Building and Cascade Crossing
properties and South Frontage Road right-of-way will be rezoned to Lionshead Mixed
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Use-2 zone district. The applicant has submitted the application in anticipation of the
redevelopment of the area known as Ever Vail and the possible adoption of a final
plat creating Lots • 1 and 2 of the Ever Vail Subdivision. This requested
recommendation is to rezone Lots 1 and 2 created by the Ever Vail Final Plat, if
adopted, to Lionshead Mixed Use-2 District.
A vicinity map of the development site and surrounding area has been attached for
reference. (Attachment A). A copy of a plan depicting the proposed property
rezonings (Attachment B) and a document entitled Rezonina. Reauest from ABD to
LMU-2 and to zone portions of the existinq S. Frontaae Road ripht-of-wav to
LMU-2 dated revised September 17, 2007, describing the request in greater detail
from the applicant (Attachment C) are attached for reference. ~
I11. BACKGROUND
The Vail Resorts Maintenance Shop was annexed into the Town of Vail by
Ordinance No. 8, Series of 1969, which became effective on August 23, 1969.
The Holy Cross Lot, Vail Professional Building, Cascade Crossing, and former gas
station sites where annexed into the Town of Vail by Ordinance No. 26, Series of
1975, which became effective on December 16, 1975.
On December 11, 2006, the Planning. and. Environmental Commission forwarded a
recommendation of approval for amendments to the Lionshead Redevelopment
Master Plan to include the Vail Professional Building and Cascade Crossing parcels
within the Master Plan boundaries and to amend the recommendations for the area
known as "West Lionshead":
On February6, 2007, the Vail Town Council adopted Resolution No. 4, Series of
2007, which implemented the changes to the Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan
regarding West Lionshead and the area now called Ever Vail.
IV. ROLES OF THE REVIEWING BODIES
Rezoninca/Zone District Boundarv Amendment
Planning and Environmental Commission:
The Planning and Environmental Commission is advisory to the Town Council. The
Planning and Environmental Commission shall review the proposal and make a
recommendation to the Town Council on the compatibility of the proposed zoning
with surrounding uses, consistency with the Vail Comprehensive Plans, and impact
on the general welfare of the community. '
Design Review Board:
The Design Review Board has no review authority on zoning/rezonings.
Staff:
The staff is responsible for ensuring that all submittal requirements are provided.
The staff advises the applicant as to compliance with the Zoning Regulations. Staff
provides a staff memo containing background on the property and provides a staff
evaluation of the project with respect to the required criteria and findings, and a
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recommendation on approval, approval with conditions, or denial. Staff also
facilitates the review process.
Town Council:
The Town Council is responsible for final approval/denial of a zoning/rezoning.
The Town Council shall review and approve the proposal based on the compatibility
of the proposed zoning with surrounding uses, consistency with the Vail
Comprehensive Plans, and impact on the general welfare of the community.
V. APPLICABLE PLANNING DOCUMENTS .
- Town of Vail Zoninq Regulations (Title 12, Vail Town Code)
Lionshead Mixed Use-2 District
12-71-1: Purpose: '
The Lionshead mixed use 2 district is intended to provide sites for a mixture of
multiple-family dwellings, lodges, hotels, fractional fee clubs, timeshares, lodge
dwelling units, restaurants, offices,. skier services, light industrial activities, and
commercial establishments in a clustered, unified development. Lionshead mixed
use 2 district, in accordance with the Lionshead redevelopment masfer plan, is
intended to ensure adequate light, air, open space and other amenities appropriate
to the permitted types of buildings. and'uses and to maintain the desirable qualities of
the zone district by establishing appropriate site development standards. This zone
district, is meant to encourage and provide incentives for redevelopment in
accordance with the Lionshead redevelopmenf master plan.
This zone district was specifically developed to provide incentives for properties to
redevelop. The ultimate goal of these incentives is to create an economically vibranY
lodging, housing, and commercial core area. The incentives in this. zone district
include increases in allowable gross residential floor area; building height, and
, density over the previously established zoning in the Lionshead redevelopment
master plan study area. The primary goal of the incentives is to creafe economic
conditions favorable to inducing private redevelopment consistent with the Lionshead
redevelopment master'plan. Additionally, the incentives are created to help finance
public, off site, improvements adjacent to redevelopment projects. Public amenities '
vvhich will be evaluated with redeve/opment proposals taking advantage of the
incentives created herein may include: streetscape improvements, pedestrian/bicycle
access, public plaza redevelopment, public art, roadway improvements, and similar
improvements.
Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan (in part)
Chapter 2 - Introduction (in part)
2.3 Policy Objectives
The Town Council adopted six policy objectives on November 4, 1996 to
outline the important issues to be addressed in the master plan and to
provide a policy framework for the master planning process. .
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2.3.1 Renewal and Redevelopment Lionshead can and should be renewed and redeveloped to become a
warmer, more vibrant environment for. guests and residents.
Lionshead needs an appea(ing and coherent identity, a sense of
place, a personality, a purpose, and an improved aesthetic character.
2.3.2 Vitality and Amenities
We must seize the opportunity to enhance guest experience and
community interaction through expanded and additional activities and
amenities such as perForming arts venues, conference facilities, ice
rinks, streetscape,,parks and other recreational improvements.
2.3.3 Stronger Economic Base Through Increased Live Beds
In order to enhance the vitality and viability of Vail, renewal and
redevelopment in Lionshead must promote improved occupancy rates
and the creation of additional bed base ("live beds° or "warm beds")
through new lodging products. Live beds and warm beds are best
described as residential, or lodging rooms or units that are designed ~
for occupancy by visitors, guests, individuals, or families on a short
term rental basis. In order to improve occupancy rates and create
additional bed base in Lionshead, applications for new development
and redevelopment.projects which include a residential component
shall provide live beds in the form of accommodation units, fractional
fee club units, lodge dwelling units, timeshare units, attached
accommodation units (i.e, lock-off units), or dwelling units which are
includ'ed in a voluntary rental management program and ayailable for
. short term rental. , Further, it is the expressed goal of this Plan that in
addition to creating additional bed base through'new lodging products,
there shall be no net loss of existing live beds within the Lionshead
- Redevelopment-Master Plan study area.
2.3.4 Improved Access and Circulation ' The flow of pedestrian, vehicular, bicycle and mass transit traffic must
be improved within and through Lionshead.
2.3.5 Improved Infrastructure The infrastructure of Lionshead (streets, walkways, tran"sportation
systems, parking, utilities, loading and delivery systems, snow removal
and storage capacity) and its public and private services must be
upgraded to support redevelopment and revitalization efforts and to
meet the service expectations of our guests and residents.
2.3.6 Creative Financing for Enhanced Private Profits and Public
Revenues
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Financially creative and fiscally realistic strategies must be identified
so that adequate capital may be raised from all possible sources to
fund desired private and public improvements.
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• Chapter 4- Recommendations - Overail study Area (in part)
4.1.5 West Lionshead - Residential/ Mixed-Use Hub
The western end of Lionshead, currently undeveloped, is home to parking
lots, the Vail Associates service yard, the Vail sanitation plant, the old town
shops, a former gas station, the Vail Professional Building, and Cascade
Crossing. Thi's area of Lionshead is generally under utilized and from an
aesthetic standpoint is not in keeping with what the Town would like to see
Lionshead become as it redevelops in the coming years. The Town of Vail
does ptace a high value on maintaining the office and retail areas in West
Lionshead and any redevelopment should reasonably increase the square
footage of existing office and have "no net loss" of retail square footage in
West Lionshead. With their,recent acquisition of additional properties in this area, Vail Resorts
` has the opportunity to bring lift service to this part of Lionshead. Lift service
brings with it great potential for the re-development of this area and in doing
so expand all of Lionshead to the west with improved.pedestrian connections,
new retail and office activity and other improvements. While lift access will
, certainly.. energize this area during the winter months, attention should be
given to creating a year-round attraction within this area of Lionshead (see
detailed plan recommendations in Chapter 5)
The master plan recommends that this hub become a residential/ mixed use '
area with an emphasis on meeting the needs of both the local community and
our guests: Appropriate uses 'could include high density residential
development, lodging, community and visitor based office and retail space,
employee housing and parking, bus or transit functions and a ski lift
connection to Vail Mountain. The catalyst for this mixed use hub is ski lift
access to Vail Mountain. Consideration should be given .to integrating
employee housing into the redevelopment of West Lionshead in accordance
with the Town's employee housing policies and regulations. To the extent
possible development pattetns in this area should reflect north-south
orientation of buildings, yisual penetrations to the mountain, and a pedestrian
oriented environment. The degree of north-south building orientation may be
. difficult given the relatively narrow east-west orientation of this area. In
addition, the introduction of ski lift access in this.location creates a catalyst for
an structured public parking facility. All service and delivery demands created
by development in this area shall be accommodated on-site.
The site will continue to accommodate the existing and potentially expanded
functions of the Vail sanitation plant. The mountain service yard could be
reduced in size, as some functions can be moved. to less central locations. It
may also be possible to relocate the entire mountain service yard to a new.
location in the West Lionshead area which would allow for greater flexibility in ,
the redevelopment of this site. However as the area develops it is critical that
new uses be connected to the primary pedestrian corridors and that they be
served by the Town of Vail in-town transit system. s
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5.17 West Day Lot/ Vail Associates Service Yard/ Holy C'ross Site/ Gas
Station Site/ Vail Professional Building/ Cascade Crossing
Planning for the western end of Lionshead must consider two different
scenarios: the realignment of South Frontage Road and its retention in the
existing alignment.
While the introduction of lift service is viable in either of these Frontage Road
alternatives, site design will vary depending upon what happens to the
Frontage Road alignment. See Figures 4-9a, and 4-9b for the Frontage Road
realignment alternatives. Notwithstanding these different Frontage Road
scenarios there should be an increase of existing office square footage and
"no net loss" of retail square footage as a result of the redevelopment 'of
these parcels. Higher densities and building heights may.be appropriate in
this area, particularly to encourage the development of employee housing.
However, any development must meet the overall character and visual intent
of the master plan and be compatible with the adjacent existing development
of the Marriott and the Vail Spa. ,
As compared to a separate, free-standing portal, West Lionshead is
considered a part of the greater Lionshead area. In order for this area to be
successful, it is important to have a strong pedestrian connection with the rest
' of Lionshead. A strong connection along. the; Gore Creek corridor already
exists. Streetscape improvements along West Lionshead Circle between ~
ConcertHall Plaza (currently the western. end of Lionshead retail influence).
and the Ritz-Carlton Residences will strengthen existing conditions, and in .
doing so, improve the viability of mixed uses in West Lionshead.
Improvements to street lighting, walking surfaces, seating areas and, public
art are just some examples of what could strengthen this corridor and in
doing so further integrate this area with the rest of Lionshead.
The development of a strong pedestrian connection befinreen the Lionshead
Core area and the western side of Lionshead will encourage pedestrian
activity in this area and in doing so will energize all of West Lionshead.
During the winter months the ski lift and associated parking will generate
significant pedestrian traffic and activity. However,. consideration should be
given to how West Lionshead can be an active and vibrant place year-round.
This could be accomplished in any number of ways. For example, quality
architecture and the creation of appealing outdoor spaces. in and of itself will
encourage people to visit this area. This could be reinforced'by a well-crafted .
program of specialty retailers, offices, and restaurants. . An active program of
public art,.residential units that are used for "artists in residence", a culinary
school, improved access to and utilization of Gore Creek or Red Sandstone
, Creek for fishing or other purposes or specific recreation features such as a
climbing wall are just some examples of design elements or land uses that
could create a catalyst for activity. In conjunction with any application to
development a new ski lift, a retail/commercial market study which analyzes
the area for the appropriate amount of square footage of retail/commercial
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that should be included in the redevelopment of West Lionshead shall be
provided. It is assumed that the development standards of Lionshead Mixed Use 1 or 2
will guide the design of redevelopment in this area. Notwithstanding the
height allowances of these zone districts, building height and massing shall
. be responsive to the Gore Creek corridor, the Interstate, and how building
massing transitions at the western end of Lionshead. Buildings at the
westernmost end of West Lionshead shall gradually "step down" from the
maximum allowable height limits of the Lionshead Mixed Use zone districts.
Figure 5-25 provides a general depiction of how building height shall
gradually lower at the western end of this study area. The intent of these
height standards is that building height reduces by entire floor levels in the
locations as generally depicted on Figure 5-25. Notwithstanding the height
allowances depicted on Figure 5-25, buildings fronting directly along Gore
Creek and the western end of Lionshead shall express no more than three to
four levels before "stepping back" to taller building mass. On the Interstate
side of this area building design shall be articulated to avoid large expanses
of shear/unbroken wall planes.
a. Retention of Existing Frontaqe Road Aliqnment
If the Frontage Road remains in its current location the Maintenance
Yard/Holy Cross parcels, the Vail Professional Building and /Cascade
Crossing all remain viable.development sites. The most viable site for
a public parking facility would be the Maintenance Yard/Holy Cross
parcels. While other lift locations are feasible, the old gas station site
is a viable location for a base terminal. This location would require a
grade separated pedestrian crossing over the Frontage Road to the
Maintenance Yard/Holy Cross parcels. A strong east-west oriented
pedestrian corridor with ground floor retail uses would be necessary to
create - a strong connection between this area and the rest of
Lionshead. Under this Frontage Road scenario the Vail Professional
Building and Cascade Crossing could be developed as a contiguous
parcel. It is assumed that these parcels would be re-zoned to
Lionshead Mixed Use I. The Holy Cross site and the Vail Professional
Building both abut Red Sandstone Creek. Any redevelopment of
. these parcels should consider how the Creek can be enhanced and
made an asset or amenity of this redevelopment area.
b. Frontaqe Road Realianment behind the Maintenance Yard and Holv
Cross site The greatest benefit of this realignment alternative is that it results in
one very large and contiguous development parcel and in doing so
integrates the Maintenance Yard/Holy Cross site with the West Day
Lot by removal of the barrier created by the existing Frontage Road
alignment. It also creates the best pedestrian environment in creating
an extension of the Lionshead Retail area in that it . provides the
potential to establish a convenient and desirable pedestrian
connection to the rest of Lionshead. With this alternative the most
viable site for a public parking facility would still be the Maintenance
Yard/Holy Cross parcels. With the re-location of the Frontage Road
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lift access out of the old gas station site would not require a grade
separated pedestrian crossing to the Maintenance Yard/Holy Cross
parcels. However, a grade separated crossing over the re-located
Frontage Road would be needed to link the Holy Cross site with the
Vail Professional Building. This alternative would also present the
. opportunity for relocating and/or enhancing Red Sandstone Creek to
maKe it more accessible to the community and an aesthetically
pleasing water feature. One possibility may be to pond the creek just
south of the I-70 corridor and diverting all or a portion of the flow
underneath the new Frontage Road in order to bring "live water"
through the western end of the Holy Cross site. Any moclification or
enhancement to the creek corridor would be subject to U.S. Army
Corp of Engineers approval. A strong east-west oriented pedestrian
corridor with ground floor retail uses would be necessary to create a
strong connection between this area and the rest of Lionshead.
Vail Land Use Plan.(in part).
The goals articulated here reflect_ the desires of the citizenryas expressed through
the series of public meetings that were held throughout the project. A set of initial
goals were developed which were then substantially revised after -different types of '
opinions were brought out in the second meeting. The goal statements were
developed;to.reflect a general consensus once the public had had the opportunity to
reflect on the concepts and ideas initially presented. The goal statements were then
revisec! . through the review process with the . Task Force, the Planning and
Environmental Commission and Town Council and now represent policy guidelines
in the review process for new development proposals. These.goal statements
should be . used in conjunction with the adopted Land Use Plan map, in the
evaluation of any development proposal. -
The goal statements which are reflected in the design of the proposed Plan are as
, follows:
1. General Growth / Development
1.1 Vail should continue to grow in a controlled environment, maintaining
a balance befinreen residential, commercial and recreational uses to ,
serve both the visitor and the permanent resident.
1.2 The quality of the environment including air, water and other natural
resources should be protected as the Town grows. 1.3 The quality of development should be maintained and upgraded
" whenever possible.
1.5 Commercial strip development of the, Valley should be avoided.
1.7 New subdivisions should not be permitted in high geologic hazard
areas.
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, 1.8 Recreational and public facility development on National Forest lands
may be permitted where no high hazards exist if:
a) Community objectives are met as articulated in the Comprehensive .
Plan.
b) The parcel is adjacent to the Town boundaries, with good access.
c) The affected neighborhood can be involved in the decision-making
process.
1.12 Vail should accommodate most of the additional growth in existing
developed areas (infill areas). 1.13 Vail recognizes its stream tract as being a desirable land feature as
. well as its potential for public use.
2. Skier /Tourist Concerns
2.1 The community should emphasize its role as a destination resort while • , accommodating day visitors.
2.2 The ski area owner, the business community and the Town leaders
should work together closely to make existing facilities and the Town
function more efficiently. -
2.3 The ski area owner, the business community and the Town leaders
should work together to improve facilities for day skiers.
2.4 The community should, improve summer recreational options to
improve year-round tourism.
2.5 The community should improve non-skier recreational options to
improve year-round tourism. .
2.7 The Town of Vail should improve the existing park and open space
lands while continuing to purchase open space.
2.8 Day skier needs for parking and access should be accommodated
through creative solutions such as:
a) Increase busing from out of town.
' b) Expanded points of access to the mountain by adding
additional base portals.
c) Continuing to provide temporary surface parking.
d) Addition of structured parking.
3. Commercial
3.2 The Village and Lionshead areas the best location for hotels to serve
the future needs of destination skiers.
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3.3 . Hotels are important to the continued success of the Town of Vail,
therefore conversion to condominiums should be discouraged.
3.4 Commercial growth should be concentrated in existing commercial
areas to accommodate both local and visitor needs.
:3:5 Entertainment oriented business and cultural activities should be
encouraged in the core areas to create diversity. More night-time
businesses, on-going events and sanctioned "street happenings°
should be encouraged.
4. Village Core / Lionshead
4.1 Future commercial development should continue to occur primarily in existing commercial areas. Future commercial development in the
Core areas needs to be carefully controlled to facilitate access and
'delivery.
5. Residential ~
5.1 Additional residential growth should continue to occur primarily in
-existing; platted areas and as appropriate in new areas where high
hazards do not exist.
5.2 Quality time sfiare units should be accommodated to help keep
occupancy rates up.
5.3 Affordable employee housing should be made available through
private efforts, assisted by limited incentives, provided by the Town of
Vail, with appropriate restrictions:
5.4 Residential growth should keep pace with the market place demands
for a full range of housing types.
5.5 The existing employee housing base should be preserved and
upgraded. Additional employee housing needs , should be
- i accommodated at varied sites throughout the community.
6. Community Services
6.1 Services should keep pace with increased growth.
6.2 The Town of Vail should play a role in future development through
balancing growth with services.
6.3 Services should be adjusted to keep pace with the needs of peak
periods.
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VI. ZONING ANALYSIS
The fotlowing zoning analysis provides a comparison of the development potential
currently allowed under Arterial Business pistrict,(ABD) to that of the proposed
Lionshead Mixed Use-2 District (LMU-2). Legal Description: Unplatted
Land Use Designation: Community Office . Lot Size: 87,120 sq. ft./2.0 acres
Development Standard ADB LMU-2
Lot Area: 25,000 sq. ft. min. 10,000 sq. ft. min.
Setbacks: Front: 15 ft. 60% of frontage 10 ft. all sides
20 ft. 40% of frontage
Sides: 15 ft.
Rear: 10 ft.
Height: 70% between 32 ft. and 40 ft. 82.5 ft. max.
30% less than 32 ft. 71 ft. average
Density Control: No dwelling units allowed 70 d.u.s,
Ty, pe III EHUs conditional unlimited a.u.s, f.f.u.s,
' e.h.u.s, timeshare
(33% over existing
or 35 d.u:s/acre
whichever is greater)
GRFA: , 52,272 sq. ft. 217,800 sq. ft.
' (33% over existing
or 250%0 of buildable
area whichever is
greater)
Site Coverage: 52,272 sq. ft. ' 60.984 sq. ft.
(60%) (70%)
Landscaping: 21,780 sq. ft. 17,424 sq. ft.
(25%) (20%)
Parking Per Chapter 10 of Per Chapter 10 of
the Zoning the Zoning
Regulations Regulations
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The following zoning analysis provides an explanation of the development potential
that would be applied to the unplatted and unzoned South Frontage Road right-of-
way if it were to be rezoned to Lionshead • Mixed Use-2 District (LMU-2). This
analysis took into account the area of right-of-way being incorporated into Lots 1 and
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2 of the Ever Vail Preliminary Plan minus the property provide from existing lots to
the relocated right-of-way. ,
Legal Description: Unplatted Land Use Designation: Not Applicable
Lot Size: 139,778 sq. ft./3.21 acres
Development Standard LMU-2
Lot Area: 10,000 sq. ft. min.
Setbacks: 10 ft. all sides
Height: 82.5 ft. max. 71 ft. average '
Density Control: 112 d.u.s, unlimited a.u.s, f.f.u.s, e.h.u.s, timeshare
GRFA: 349,445 sq. ft. if entire site is buildable
Site Coverage: 97,844.6 sq. ft.
(70%) . .
Landscaping: 27,955.6 sq. ft.
(20%)
Parking Per Chapter 10 of the Zoning Regulations
The following is a zoning analysis of the development potential of Lots 1 and 2 as
depicted on the Ever Vail Preliminary Plan, if adopted as shown. Legal Description: . Lot 1, Ever Vaif Subdivision
Land Use Designation: Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan
Lot Size: 330,402.6 sq. ft./7.585 acres
Development Standard LMU-2
Lot Area; 10,000 sq. ft. min.
Setbacks: 10 ft. all sides
Height: 82.5 ft. max.
71 ft. average
Density Control: 112 d.u.s, unlimited a.u.s, f.f.u.s, e.h.u.s, timeshare
GRFA: 732,087.5 sq. ft. (292,835 sq. ft. buildable site area)
Site Coverage: 231,281.4 sq. ft.
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Landscaping: 66,080.5 sq. ft. (20%)
Parking Per Chapter 10 of the Zoning Regulations
Legal Description: Lot 2, Ever Vail Subdivision .
Land Use Designation: Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan
Lot Size: 156,162.6 sq. ft./3.585 acres
Development Standard LMU-2
Lot Area: 10,000 sq. ft, min. . .
Setbacks: 10 ft. all sides
Height: 82.5 ft. max.
71 A. average
Density Control: 125 d.u.s, unlimited a.u.s, f.f.u.s, e.h.u.s, timeshare
GRFA: 349,800 sq. ft. (139,920 sq. ft. buildable site area)
Site Coverage: 109,313.8 sq. ft.
(70%)
Landscaping: 31,232.5 sq. ft.
(20%)
Parking . , Per Chapter 10 of the Zoning Regulations
VII. SURROUNDING LAND USES AND ZONING
Land Use Zonin4
North: Interstate 70 No zoning East: Mixed-use Lionshead Mixed Use 1
West: Mixed-use SDD No. 4, Cascade Village
South: Open Space Natural Area Preservation
VIII. CRITERIA AND FINDINGS
Amendment to the Official Zoninca Maq of the Town of Vail (rezoninq)
Chapter 3,Administration and Enforcement, Title 12, Zoning Title, of the Vail Town
Code authorizes amendments to the Official Zoning Map of the Town of Vail.
Pursuant to Section 12-3-7, Amendments, in part,
"an application to amend the district boundaries of the Zoning Map may be
initiated by petition of any resident or property owner in the Town."
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Furthermore, Section 12-3-7 C prescribes the criteria and findings the Planning and
Environmental Commission and Town Council shall consider with respect to a
request to amend the Zoning Map.
The applicant is seeking a recommendation of approval to rezone two unplatted
properties, from ADB to LMU-2 and a portion of unplatted and unzoned South
Frontage Road right-of-way to LMU-2.
According to Section 12-3-7 C, of the Vail Town Code,
Before acting on an application for a zone districf boundary amendment, the
Planning and Environmental Commission and Town Council shall consider the
following factors with respect to the requested zone district boundary amendment:
1. The extent to which the zone district amendment is consistent with
, all the applicable elements of the adopted goals, objectives and
. policies outlined in the Vail Comprehensive Plan and is compatible
with the development objectives of the Town; and
The redevelopment of the properties incorporating the Ever Vail project
began in early 2006, with the start of public meetings and hearings to
discuss incorporation of several parcels into the Lionshead
Redevelopment Master Plan and amendments to the Master Plan for the
area known as "West Lionshead". In early 2007, Town Council adopted,
through resolution, the amendments to the Master Plan that evolved over
a year of public process.
The proposed rezoning of two properties and portions of the unplatted
South Frontage Road right-of-way is one of the steps in effecting the change in Ever Vail that was anticipated through the adoption of the
~ changes to the Master Plan. Staff.has reviewed the proposed rezoning
request and found it to be in compliance with the multiple elements of the '
Vail Comprehensive Plan. Within Section V.of this memorandum staff
provided the Policies and Goals identified in both the Lionshead
Redevelopment Master Plan and the Vail Land Use Plan which apply to
this request. ~
The requested rezonings in conjunction with the possible adoption of a
Ever Vail Final Plat will be the basis for creating the foundation from
which many of the policies and goals of the Vail Comprehensive Plan can
be achieved.
The proposed rezoning is consistent and compatible with the Vail
Comprehensive Plan. and the Town's development objectives.
2. The extent to which the zone district amendment is suitable with,the
existing and potential land uses on the site and existing and
potential surrounding land uses as set out in the Town's adopted
planning documents; and
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The Lionshead Mixed Use-2 District establishes zoning that is consistent
with both existing and proposed uses on the subject properties. Currently,
the Ever Vail area contains industrial uses, a public utility, commercial,
and office. As a part of the redevelopment the remaining adjacent uses
will be the water treatment plant and the Glen Lyon Office Building. Staff
believes that the permitted and conditional uses listed within the LMU-2
District are suitable uses to be adjacent to the remaining properties.
The proposed use of the properties within Ever Vail will be a mixed use
development containing a combination of retail/commercial, office;
dwelling units, accommodation units, time share, and employee housing.
Special attention should be given to the Detailed Plan Recommendations
outlined Chapter 5 of the Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan for the
area known as Ever Vail. This language is found in Section V of this
memorandum.
3. The - extent to which the zone district amendment presents a
harmonious, convenient, workable relationship among land uses
consistent with municipal development objectives; and .
The LMU-2 District is consistent with the existing and proposed use of the
property. The proposed zone district implements specific goals of the Vail
Land Use Plan and Lionshead RedeVelopment Master Plan. Staff
believes that the proposed rezoning presents a harmonious, convenient,
and workable relationship with land uses in the area consistent with the
existing and proposed use of the property. For example, while the overall •
density of development on the subject properties will increase as a result
of the zone district boundary amendment, the relocation of the South
Frontage Road right-of-way, the detailed plan recommendations for the
development site, and the anticipated off site vehicular and pedestrian
improvements ensures a workable relationship among land uses.
4. The extent to which the zone district amendment provides for the
growth of an orderly viable community and does not constitute spot
zoning as . the amendment serves the best interests of the
community as a whole; and
. The proposed rezoning _ establishes consistent zoning for the subject
properties with regards to their adjacent zoned LMU-2 District properties.
This rezoning will create a zone, district consistent with the existing and
proposed use of the property. The proposed rezoning and development
plan provide for the development of an orderly viable community
consistent with the Town's development interests as expressed in the
. Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan. The purpose of the LMU-2
District is, in part, "to provide sites for lodges, hotels, fractional fee clubs,
lodge dwelling units, and timeshares", "to provide economic incentives
for properties to redevelop", and' "to create an economically vibrant
lodging, housing and commercial core area." Rezoning the subject
properties to LMU-2 District will allow for the redevelopment of the Ever
Vail area consistent with the recommendations found in the Master Plan
for Ever Vail. '
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Staff believes that this amendment furthers the development objectives of
the Town and serves the best interest of the community as a whole.
5. The extent to which the zone district amendment results in adverse
~or beneficial impacts on the natural environment, including but_ not
- limited to water quality, air quality, noise, vegetation, riparian
corridors, hillsides and other desirable natural features; and The proposed rezoning will change the existing character and uses
currently present on the subject properties. However, staff does not
foresee any adverse impacts on the natural environment to include water
quality, air quality, noise, vegetation, etc. In fact, given the language as
adopted for the detailed recommendations for the site, it could be
reasonably expected that beneficial impacts could result from the
rezoning and redevelopment of the site. For example, an intended
outcome of the redevelopment of this site, according to the Lionshead
Redevelopment Master Plan, is the restoration and enhancement of the
Red Sandstone Creek riparian corridor.
6. The extent to which the zone district amendment is consistent with
the purpose statement of the proposed zone district . The LMU-2 District is proposed, for the subject properties. The proposed
zone district amendment is consistent with the intended purpose of that
zone district. A. copy of the purpose statement of the LMU-2 District is
provided in Section V of this memorandum.
7. The extent to which the zone district amendment demonstrates how
conditions have changed since the. zoning designation of the
subject property was adopted and is no longer appropriate.
Since the original adoption of zoning on the property, the Town of Vail
has undergone an extensive study for the redevelopment of the
Lionshead area of Town. As such, the Town has adopted clearly
identifiable goals and objectives for development in this general area of
Town. In order to ensure that these goals and objectives for development
. are carried out, the Town adopted two zone districts; one of which is the
LMU-2 District. If approved, the applicant will be afforded the opportunity
to redevelop the Vail Professional Building, and Vail Cascade properties
. and portions of the unplatted South Frontage Road with the Town's goals
in mind. To that end, the Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan,
through the adoption'of Resolution No. A; Series of 2007, outlines very
clear and specific objectives for development on the properties to be
rezoned. These objectives can be found in Chapter 5 of the Lionshead
Redevelopment Master Plan. 8. Such other factors and criteria as the Commission and/or Council
, deem applicable to the proposed rezoning.
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IX. STAFF RECOMMENDATION
The Community Development Department recommends that the Planning and
Environmental Commission. forwards a recommendation of approval, with a
condition to the Vail Town Council for a zone district boundary amendment,
pursuant to 12-3-7, Amendments, Vail Town Code, to allow for a rezoning of properties from Arterial Business District and South Frontage Road West right-of- way which is not zoned to Lionshead Mixed Use-2, properties known as "Ever Vail"
(West Lionshead), located at 953 and 1031 South Frontage Road West and South
Frontage Road West right-of-way; (a complete legal description is available for
inspection at the Town of Vail Community Development Department),. This requested
recommendation is to rezone the Lots 1 and 2 created by the Ever Vail Final Plat, if
adopted, to Lionshead Mixed Use-2 District. Staffs recommendation is based upon
the review of the criteria outlined in Section :VIII of this memorandum and the
evidence and testimony presented.
Should the Planning and Environmental Commission choose to approve this zone
district boundary amendment, the Community Development Department recommends the Commission pass the following motion: The Planning and Environmental Commission is forwarding a
recommendation of approval, with conditions, to the Vail Town Council for a
zone district boundary amendment, pursuant to 12-3-7, Amendments, Vail
- Town Code, to allow for a rezoning of properties from Arterial Business
District and South Frontage Road West right-of-way which is not zoned to
Lionshead Mixed Use-2, properties known as "Ever Vail" (West Lionshead),
located at 953 and 1031 South Frontage Road West and South Frontage
Road West right-of-way, (a complete legal description is available for
inspection at the Town of Vai! Community Development Department), and
setting forth details in regard thereto. This forward of a recommendation of
approval with a condition is to rezone Lots 1 and 2 created by the Ever Vail
. Final Plat, if adopted, to Lionsheacl Mixed Use-2 District.
Should the Planning and Environmental Commission choose to approve this zone
district boundary amendment, the Community Development Department
recommends the Commission pass the following findings:
"Before recommending and/or granting an approval of an application for a
zone district boundary amendment the Planning & Environmental
Commission and the Town Council shall make the following findings with
respect to the requested amendment:
1. That the amendment is consistent with the adopted goals, objectives
and policies outlined in the Vail Comprehensive P/an and compatible
with the development objectives of the Town; and
2. That the amendment is compatible with and suitable to adjacent uses
and appropriate for the surrounding areas; and
3. That the amendment promotes the health, safety, mora/s, and general
welfare of the Town and promotes the coordinated and harmonious
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development of the Town in a manner that conserves and enhances
its natural environment and its established character as a resort and residential community of the highest quality. "
Should the Planning and Environmental Commission choose to approve this. '
preliminary plan, the Community Development Department recommends the
- • Commission apply the following condition: 1. That this request to amend the zone district boundaries of the Town of Vail
Official Zoning Map to ' rezone Lots 1 and 2 of the proposed Ever Vail
sub'division as Lionshead Mixed Use-2 District will become effective upon
review, approval, and recording of the Ever Vail Final Plat by the Planning
and Environmental Commission. '
X. ATTACHMENTS
.A. Vicinity Map . B. Copy of.the proposed rezoning plan
C. Copy of the applicanYs document entitled Rezonina Reauest from ABD to
LMU-2 and to zone portions of the existinp S. Frontaae Road right-of-wav to '
LMU-2 dated reuised September 17, 2007
D. Public notice
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Rezoning Request from
ABD to LMU-2 and to zone portions
of the existing S. Frontage Road
ri g ht-of-way to LM U-2
Applicant: Vail Resorfs
Submiited on March 26, 2007
PEC Recommended approval on September 24, 2007
Submitted by:
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1. Directory 3
II. Introduction of the Request 4
III. Vision of Ever Vail and LEED Cerfification b
IV. Review Criteria for a Rezoning Request 9
V. Adjacent Addresses 16
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Thomas Miller, Project Manager Gore Range Surveying, LLC
Vail Resorts Development Company PO Box 15
137 Benchmark Road 5129 longsun Lane
Avon, CO 81620 Avon, CO 81620
(o) 970-754-2544 (970) 479-8698
(f) 970-754-2555 (970) 479-0055 (fax)
Tmillerl @vailresorts.com sam@gorerange.net
Mauriello Planning Group Alpine Engineering, Inc.
PO Box 1 127 P.O. Box 97
Avon, CO 81620 Edwards, CO 81632
970.748.0920 (ph) Ph. (970) 926-3373
970.748.0377 (f) F. (970) 926-3390
dominic@mpgvail.com
CALLISON
1420 Fifth Avenue #2400
Seattle, WA 981 O l-2343
Ph. (206) 623 4646
F. (206) 623 4625
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II. Introduction of the Request
Vail Resorts is submitting a request for a rezoning from ABD to LMU-2 for Parcel 2, created by the
Evervail Subdivision. The site is currently zoned Arterial Business District and is the site of the Vail
Professional Building and Cascade Crossing, located at 953 and 1031 Frontage Road. In
addition, we are also requesting to zone the portion of the S. Frontage Road right-of-way, which is
currently unzoned, to LMU-2. The end result will be the entirety of the Evervail Subdivision will be
zoned Lionshead Mixed Use - 2.
We are proposing to rezone the site to Lionshead Mixed Use - 2, primarily due to the recent
inclusion of the site into the Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan. Vail Resorts Development
Company is proposing to construct a public parking structure on a portion of the site, as well as
offices, retail uses, residential, and employee housing. Sectionl2-71-5: Conditional Uses; Generally
(on all levels of a building or outside of a building) allows "Public or private parking lots" as a
conditional use in the lionshead Mixed Use - 2 zone district.
On December 15, 1962, Vail Mountain opened with 3 lifts and recorded a total of just 55,000
skiers in the 1962-1963 season. By 1969, it was the most popular resort in Colorado. Today,
there are 33 lifts, and total skier and snowboarder visits for the 2005-2006 season was
1,676,1 18. Vail continually strives to improve the guest experience through quality infrastructure
improvements on the mountain. As a result, Vail has continually been ranked the #1 ski resort in
North America.
The Vail Village parking structure was originally completed in 1975 with only 850 spaces, until it
was expanded in 1988. The Lionshead parking structure was originally constructed in 1980.
Currently, there are approximately 2,500 parking spaces available at Vail's fwo parking garages.
The parking spaces, 1,800 of them covered, allow skiers and snowboarders quick and easy access
to Vail Mountain via the Vista Bahn ski lift in Vail Village, Eagle Bahn Gondola in lionshead or Riva
Bahn ski lift at Golden Peak. The proposed parking structure in West Lionshead will be adding
approximately 400 public skier parking spaces to the area currently zoned ABD, with a total of 543
parking spaces on the west side of Red Sandstone Creek. (The entire site will have a total of
approximately 1,600 parking spaces, as currently designed).
The parking structure will reduce the vehicular traffic and skier (pedestrian) traffic in the more
congested areas and portals of the Town, helping to improve the guest experience town-wide.
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III. Vision of Ever Voil and LEED Certification
It is important to consider this first step with an understanding of the overall redevelopment of the Ever
Vail. Ever Vail is envisioned to become a mixed-use hub, including office, retail, and housing. The
area will include employee housing to serve the new uses in the area, exceeding the 50% on-site
requirement. The Frontage Road will be re-aligned, locating the road adjacent to I-70, as it is in
many parts of Town. West lionshead will become more of a village, (ike Vail Village or lionshead,
and not be bisected by a major thoroughfare. We have been working closely with CDOT in this
process for the last two years, and CDOT has approved the realignment and is currently seeking
approval from the Federal Highway Administration. Ever Vail generally encompasses over one
million square feet and will include between 600,000 and 700,000 saleable square feet of
residential and commercial space. The site is currently occupied by Vail Mountain's vehicle
maintenance shop yard and warehouse, a retail and office complex, and a gas station, offering the
opportunity for a true "Brownfield" redevelopment. The new resort village plans call for
approximately 255 whole ownership condominium units, approximately 44 vacation club
condominium units, an approximately 118,000-square-foot-room hotel, approximately 160,000
square feet of retail, office, and restaurant space and an approximately 86,000-square-foot
mountain operations facility. In addition, the project will provide 59 employee housing units, with
over 80,000 sq. ft. of GRFA. The project will also include a gondola to serve as the fifth base
portal to Vail Mountain, and a new public parking structure.
The U.S. Green Building Council has developed a LEED for Neighborhood Development Rating
System. All of the following information regarding LEED is from their document entitled LEED for
Neighborhood Deve%pment Rating System.
The U.S. Green Building Council, the Congress for the New Urbanism, and the Natural Resources
Defense Council-three organizations that represent some of the nation's leaders among progressive
design professionals, builders, developers, and the environmental community-have come together
to develop a national set of standards for neighborhood location and design based on the
combined principles of smart growth, new urbanism, and green building. The goal of this
partnership is to establish these standards for assessing and rewarding environmentally superior
development practices within the rating framework of the LEED (leadership in Energy and
Environmental Design) Green Building Rating SystemT"'
The Neighborhood Development rating system is designed to certify exemplary development projects
that perform well in terms of smart growth, new urbanism, and green building. Projects may
constitute whole neighborhoods, fractions of neighborhoods, or multiple neighborhoods. Smaller,
infill projects that are single use but complement existing neighboring uses should be able to earn
certification as well as larger and mixed use developments.
Evervail has been accepted to be a LEED certified neighborhood development and has received its
first review by the USGBC. The following components are part of the Ever Vail program:
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CONCEPTUAL SKETCH
Brownfield Redevelopment. The Amoco site, which Vail Resorts purchased for inclusion in this
redevelopment project, had previous oil and gas spills. Vail Resorts is in the process of having
the soils rejuvenated in order to develop a LEED certified building and ski lift on that site as parf
of the development. The development will encourage the reuse of land by developing a
previously developed site, not forest or open space, reducing the impact of development on
undeveloped land. The project is the environmentally conscious redevelopment of properfy on
which previous uses have and currently include: fuel storage and disbursement, a light-industrial
machine shop, light industrial oil refining operations, vehicle and heavy machinery
maintenance and repair, and warehousing.
Wetland and Water Body Conservation. The project will conserve natural hydrology and
habitat and preserve biodiversity though conservation and improvement of onsite wetlands by
removing a culvert and day-lighting Red Sandstone Creek and enhancing its surrounding
wetlands.
LEED Certified Green Buildings - For the LEED Neighborhood certified buildings requirement,
Ever Vail must meet all the criteria for LEED New Construction standards for at least 50% of the
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