HomeMy WebLinkAbout2008-0728 PECPLANNING AND ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION
July 28, 2008
1:OOpm
TOWN COUNCIL CHAMBERS /PUBLIC WELCOME
75 S. Frontage Road -Vail, Colorado, 81657
MEMBERS PRESENT MEMBERS ABSENT
Bill Pierce Michael Kurz
Rollie Kjsesbo
Susie Tjossem
David Viele
Sara Robinson-Paladino
Scott Proper
Site Visits:
1. Sherr Residence - 4257 Columbine Drive
15 minutes
A request for a final review of a variance from Section 12-6G-6, Setbacks, Vail Town Code,
pursuant to Chapter 12-17, Variances, Vail Town Code, to allow for construction of a second
floor bedroom addition within the setbacks, located at 4257 Columbine Drive, No. 17/Lot 17
Bighorn Terrace, and setting forth details in regard thereto. (PEC080022)
Applicant: Howard and Virginia Sherr
Planner: Bill Gibson
ACTION:
MOTION: SECOND: VOTE:
30 minutes
2. A request for a work session for prescribed regulations amendments to Section 14-10-7, Outdoor
Lighting, Vail Town Code, to allow for amendments to the outdoor lighting standards, and setting
forth details in regard thereto. (PEC080032)
Applicant: Town of Vail
Planner: Bill Gibson
ACTION:
MOTION: SECOND: VOTE:
30 minutes
3. A request for a final recommendation to the Vail Town Council of a proposed update and review
of the Vail Village Master Plan, pursuant to Section VIII-C, Adoption, Extensions, and
Amendments, Vail Village Master Plan, to affirm the applicability and purpose of the Master Plan,
located within the boundaries of the adopted Master Plan/(a complete legal description is
available for inspection at the Town of Vail Community Development Department upon request),
and setting forth details in regard thereto. (PEC080020)
Applicant: Town of Vail
Planner: George Ruther
ACTION:
MOTION: SECOND: VOTE:
5 minutes
4. A request for a recommendation to the Vail Town Council to review the Vail Land Use Plan map,
pursuant to Section 8-3, Vail Land use Plan to allow for a change in the land use designation
from Community Office to Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan for properties known as
"Cascade Crossing" and "Vail Professional Building" (Future "Ever Vail"), located at 953 and
1031 South Frontage Road West/unplatted (A complete legal description is available for
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inspection at the Town of Vail Community Development Department), and setting forth details in
regard thereto. (PEC080036)
Applicant: Town of Vail
Planner: Nicole Peterson
ACTION: Tabled to August 11, 2008
MOTION: SECOND: VOTE:
5. Approval of July 14, 2008 minutes
MOTION: SECOND: VOTE:
6. Information Update
Tree Preservation Presentation -Rachel Friede 20 minutes
7. Adjournment
MOTION: SECOND: VOTE:
The applications and information about the proposals are available for public inspection during regular
office hours at the Town of Vail Community Development Department, 75 South Frontage Road. The
public is invited to attend the project orientation and the site visits that precede the public hearing in the
Town of Vail Community Development Department. Please call (970) 479-2138 for additional
information.
Sign language interpretation is available upon request with 24-hour notification. Please call (970)
479-2356, Telephone for the Hearing Impaired, for information.
Community Development Department
Published July 25, 2008, in the Vail Daily.
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Planning and Environmental Commission
FROM: Community Development Department
DATE: July 28, 2008
SUBJECT: A request for a work session for prescribed regulations amendments to Section
14-10-7, Outdoor Lighting, Vail Town Code, to allow for amendments to the
outdoor lighting standards, and setting forth details in regard thereto.
(PEC080032)
Applicant: Town of Vail
Planner: Bill Gibson
I. SUMMARY
The purpose of this work session is to provide the Planning and Environmental
Commission with an introduction to the Town of Vail's request for prescribed regulation
amendments to Section 14-10-7, Outdoor Lighting, to allow for amendments to the
outdoor lighting standards, and setting forth details in regard thereto.
II. BACKGROUND
At its July 14, 2008, public hearing the Planning and Environmental Commission held a
work session to allow Staff an opportunity to introduce the Town of Vail's request for
amendments to the Town's outdoor lighting standards.
The Commission was generally supportive of updating the Town's lighting regulations
and adopting standards or guidelines addressing light pollution and energy conservation.
The Commission recommended that any updates to the lighting regulations need to be
simple, clear, and easy to understand.
III. DISCUSSION ITEMS
Staff is requesting feedback and direction from the Planning and Environmental
Commission concerning the following draft regulation amendments (text to be deleted is
in cFrilioFHrn~~nh text that is to be added is bold):
14-10-7: OUTDOOR LIGHTING:
A. Purpose: This section of the design guidelines establishes standards for
minimizing the unintended and undesirable side effects of outdoor lighting while
encouraging the intended and desirable safety and aesthetic purposes of outdoor
lighting. It is the purpose of the design review guidelines to allow illumination
which provides the minimum amount of lighting which is needed for the property
on which the light sources are located. In addition, the purpose of this section is
to protect the legitimate privacy of neighboring residents by controlling the
intensity of the light source.
8. Approval Required: All outdoor lighting within the town limits shall conform to
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COMMERCIAL ZONED PROPERTIES: For the purposes of this
section, commercially zoned properties shall be defined as all
districts except those in hillside residential, single-family, two-
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attached to any part of a structure, located on the surface of the ground,
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1. Within commercial zone districts: The maximum number of light
sources shall be determined by the Design Review Board or the
Administrator.
2. Within residential zone districts: For lots in residential zone districts,
the maximum number of light sources per lot shall be limited to one light
source per one thousand (1,000) square feet of lot area, except as
provided for below. The location of said lights shall be left open to the
discretion of the property owner, so long as the lights are in compliance
with this code.
Light sources which are no more than eighteen inches (18') above grade,
as measured from the top of the fixture to the finish grade below, and are
either "full cutoff" fixtures, as defined in this section, or have a maximum
source lumens of four hundred (400) (equivalent to a 40 watt light bulb),
may be allowed in addition to the total number of permitted outdoor light
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E. Height Limits for Light Fixtures:
1. For all light sources located in commercial zone districts, the maximum
mounting height for light sources on a pole shall not exceed thirty five feet
(35). The maximum mounting height for light sources affixed to
vegetation shall not exceed eight feet (8).
2. For all light sources located in residential zone districts, the maximum
mounting height for light sources on a pole or on vegetation shall not
exceed eight feet (8).
F. Design Standards and Guidelines:
1. Compatibility: Outdoor lighting fixtures, fixture locations, and the
color and intensity on the lighting must be aesthetically compatible
with the site and structures on which they are located. Outdoor
lighting must also be consistent with any applicable master plan
design guidelines outlined in the Vail Comprehensive Plan.
2. Glare/Light Trespass: Outdoor lights should be designed, installed,
and maintained in such a manner as to not produce glare or light
trespass onto adjacent properties and public ways.
3. Lighting Direction: Outdoor lighting should be directed at the object
intended to be illuminated, and directed down and away from
adjacent properties and public ways.
4. Fully Shielded: Outdoor lights should be fully shielded to not emit
light above the horizontal plane. Lights must be installed and
maintained in such a manner that the shielding is effective.
5. Source Visibility: Outdoor light sources should be screened from
adjacent properties and public ways.
6. Up-lighting: Up-lighting should be contained by overhanging
building or landscaping elements with the light source shielded from
the sides. Up-lighting for flags should be shielded from the sides.
7. Energy Efficiency: Outdoor lighting should be designed to conserve
energy by utilizing energy efficient light sources and other energy
efficient technologies such as seasonally adjusted automatic shut
off timers and motion sensors. Outdoor lighting should also be
operated to conserve energy by eliminating any unnecessary day-
time use and reducing night time use during non-business hours
and periods of limited residential activity.
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G. Prohibited Outdoor Lights:
Lights that flash, move, revolve, rotate, scintillate, blink, flicker, vary
in intensity or color, or use intermittent electrical pulsation.
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2. Lights affixed to the top of the roof of a structure.
3. Neon, or similar gas filled, lights.
4. High Intensity Discharge (HID) floodlights.
5. Mercury vapor lights.
6. Laser source lights.
7. Search lights.
8. Any outdoor lighting that could interfere with the public health,
safety, or welfare.
1. Exemptions: The standards of this section shall not apply to:
1. Christmas tree lights which are of a temporary nature located in residential
zone districts, as listed herein, and which are illuminated only between
November 1 and April 15 of each year.
2. Christmas tree lights which are temporary in nature and are located in
zone districts other than those residential districts listed herein.
3. Sign illumination, as set forth in title 11 of this code.
4. Municipal lighting installed for the benefit of public health, safety, and
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6. Outdoor lights associated with an Art in Public Places Board (AIPP)
approved public art display.
7. Temporary construction lighting associated with an approved
building permit or design review approval, and lighting identifying
hazards or road construction.
8. Outdoor lighting associated with an approved sports/recreation
facility.
J. Nonconformities: As of the effective date of this subsection, all legally
established outdoor lighting that does not conform to every requirement of this
section shall be legal nonconforming outdoor lighting. Legal nonconforming
outdoor lighting shall not be moved in any direction, nor shall there be any
change in use or light type, or any replacement or structural alteration made to
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the nonconforming outdoor lighting, without the outdoor lighting conforming to all
applicable requirements of Title 12 of this code.
K. Penalty: The penalty for violating this section shall be as provided in Section
1-4-1 of this code. Each day of violation shall constitute a separate offense for
the purpose of calculating the penalty.
IV. NEXT STEPS
The Town Council will work session to give Staff preliminary policy direction concerning
the proposed outdoor lighting regulation amendments. The Staff will return to the
Planning and Environmental Commission on August 11, 2008, for further discussion,
consideration, and a recommendation to the Vail Town Council.
V. STAFF RECOMMENDATION
The Community Development Department requests the Planning and Environmental
Commission provides Staff with any feedback or direction concerning the proposed
amendments to update the Town's outdoor lighting standards.
The Community Development Department recommends the Planning and Environmental
Commission tables this item to its August 11, 2008, public hearing for further discussion.
Should the Planning and Environmental Commission choose table this request, Staff
recommends the Commission pass the following motion:
"The Planning and Environmental Commission tables the request for a
prescribed regulations amendments to Section 14-10-7, Outdoor Lighting, Vail
Town Code, to allow for amendments to the outdoor lighting standards, and
setting forth details in regard thereto, to it's August 11, 2008, public hearing."
V. ATTACHMENTS
Attachment A: Exterior Lighting Fixture Examples
(excerpts from the Model Wisconsin Exterior Lighting Code, prepared by
the University of Wisconsin Extension)
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Planning and Environmental Commission
FROM: Community Development Department
DATE: July 28, 2008
SUBJECT: A request for a final recommendation to the Vail Town Council of a
proposed update and review of the Vail Village Master Plan, pursuant to
Section VIII-B, Adoption, Extensions, and Amendments, Vail Village
Master Plan, to affirm the applicability and purpose of the Master Plan,
located within the boundaries of the adopted Master Plan/(a complete
legal description is available for inspection at the Town of Vail Community
Development Department upon request), and setting forth details in
regard thereto. (PEC080020)
Applicant: Town of Vail
Planner: George Ruther
I. DESCRIPTION OF THE REQUEST
The applicant, Town of Vail Community Development Department, represented
by George Ruther, is requesting a final recommendation from the Town of Vail
Planning & Environmental Commission to the Vail Town Council of a proposed
update to the Vail Village Master Plan. The proposed update has been initiated
by the Community Development Department pursuant to Section VIII (B) of the
Vail Village Master Plan.
The purpose of this update is to
1. reaffirm the six major goal statements outlined in the master plan,
2. acknowledge the actions steps that have been completed in keeping with
the master plan, and;
3. identify the next series of actions steps needed to further implement the
goals, objectives and policies of the master plan.
Based upon staff's review of the proposed update and the community input and
comment received to date, staff recommends that the Town of Vail Planning &
Environmental Commission forwards a recommendation of approval of the
proposed update to the Vail Town Council
II. BACKGROUND
On January 22, 2008, the Vail Town Council instructed staff to update to the Vail
Village Master Plan. The purpose of the update is to address the six major goals
outlined in the master plan, acknowledge the actions steps that have been
completed in keeping with the master plan, and to identify the next series of
actions steps needed to further implement the goals, objectives and policies of
the Master Plan.
On April 28, 2008, the Town of Vail Planning & Environmental Commission held
a public hearing on the update. At that time, the Commission expressed their
collective support for the updating process outlined by the Community
Development Department and encouraged the staff to complete a public
participation process which was inclusive of the community, property owners,
and business owners in the areas affected by the master plan.
On June 23, 2008, the Town of Vail Planning & Environmental Commission held
a worksession to discuss the Vail Village Master Plan update process.
Specifically, the Commission was informed by staff of the comments and input
the Community Development Department had received to date on the master
plan update, reviewed the existing goals, objectives, policies and action steps of
the master plan and expressed their continued support for the existing language
and was informed of the next steps in the review process for updating the Vail
Village Master Plan.
On April 16, May, 1, May 13, May 23, and June 10, the Community Development
Department met with members of the 1990 Town of Vail Planning &
Environmental Commission, Vail Chamber & Business Association Board, Vail
Economic Advisory Council, Meadow Drive Business Partnership and the Vail
Chamber & Business Association membership to share information with the
community about the master plan update and to gain input on the process.
On July 8, 2008, the Town to Vail Economic Advisory Council met to specifically
discuss the possible updates to Goal #2. As a result of the meeting, several
additional actions steps were added to Goal Statement #2.
III. PROPOSED UPDATES
GOAL #1 ENCOURAGE HIGH QUALITY, REDEVELOPMENT WHILE
PRESERVING UNIQUE ARCHITECTURAL SCALE OF THE VILLAGE
IN ORDER TO SUSTAIN ITS SENSE OF COMMUNITY AND IDENTITY.
1.1 Objective:
Implement a consistent development review process to
reinforce the character of the Village.
1.1.1 Policy
Development and improvement projects approved in the Village
shall be consistent with the goals, objectives, policies and
design considerations as outlined in the Vail Village Master
Plan and Urban Design Guide Plan.
1.2 Objective:
Encourage the upgrading and redevelopment of residential and
commercial facilities.
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1.2.1 Policy:
Additional development may be allowed as identified by the Action
Plan and as is consistent with the Vail Village Master Plan and
Urban Design Guide Plan.
1.2.2 Policv:
Development and improvement projects shall be coordinated to
minimize the unintended negative consequences associated with
construction activity in a pedestrianized, commercial area.
1.3 Objective:
Enhance new development and redevelopment through public
improvements done by private developers working in cooperation with
the town.
1.3.1 Policv:
Public improvements shall be developed with the participation of
the private sector working with the Town.
GOAL #1 Action Steps:
Develop and adopt an overlay zone district implementing the Vail
Village Master Plan.
2. Study an impact fee system to reduce the public burden of
providing infra-structure and public services to new development.
3. Reprioritize public improvement projects within the Village area.
4. Develop and adopt an annual construction activity schedule for
development and improvement projects in the Village with special
attention given to the use of the Town's right-of-way and the
potential negative impacts on the resident and guest experience.
5. Explore the impacts of amending the definition of a "building story"
as defined on the Conceptual Building Height Plan to allow for an
increase in the floor-to-floor height to greater than 9 feet.
GOAL #2 TO FOSTER A STRONG TOURIST INDUSTRY AND PROMOTE YEAR-
AROUND ECONOMIC HEALTH AND VIABILITY FOR THE VILLAGE
AND FOR THE COMMUNITY AS A WHOLE.
2.1 Obiective:
Recognize the variety of land uses found in the 11 sub-areas throughout
the Village and allow for development that is compatible with these
established land use patterns.
2.1.1 Policy:
The zoning code and development review criteria shall be
consistent with the overall goals and objectives- of the Vail Village
Master Plan.
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2.2 Obiective:
Recognize the ',"-.T ''~^" ^~Ter~a',--~~~s the-~°~QEt+v,
Eeeier~the-V~I',~e. all of Vail Village as an activity center for
our guests, visitors and residents.
2.2.1 Policv:
The design criteria in the Vail Village Urban Design Guide Plan
shall be the primary guiding document to preserve the existing
architectural scale and character of the core area of Vail Village.
2.3 Obiective:
Increase the number of residential units available for short term
overnight accommodations.
2.3.1 Policv:
The development of short term accommodation units is
strongly encouraged. Residential units that are developed
above existing density levels are required to be designed or
managed in a manner that makes them available for short
term overnight rental.
2.4 Obiective:
Encourage the development of a variety of new commercial activity
where compatible with existing land uses.
2.4.1 Policv:
Commercial infill development consistent with established
horizontal zoning regulations shall be encouraged to provide
activity generators, accessible greenspaces, public plazas, and
streetscape improvements to the pedestrian network throughout
the Village.
2.4.2 Policv:
Activity that provides night life and evening entertainment for
both the guest and the community shall be encouraged.
2.5 Objective:
Encourage the continued upgrading, renovation and maintenance of
existing lodging and commercial facilities to better serve the needs of
our guests.
2.5.1 Policv:
Recreation amenities, common areas, meeting facilities and other
amenities shall be preserved and enhanced as a part of any
redevelopment of lodging properties.
2.5.2 Policy:
The town will use the maximum flexibility possible in the
interpretation of building and fire codes in order to facilitate
budding renovations without compromising life, health and safety
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considerations.
2.6 Obiective:
Encourage the development of affordable housing units in Vail
Village through the efforts of the private sector.
2.6.1 Policy:
Employee housing units may be required as part of any new or
redevelopment project requesting density over that allowed by
existing zoning.
2.6.2 Policv:
Employee housing shall be developed with appropriate restrictions
so as to insure their availability and affordability to the local work
force.
2.6.3 Policv:
The Town of Vail may facilitate in the development of affordable
housing by providing limited assistance.
2.6.4 Policy:
Employee housing may be developed in the Village when
required by the Town's adopted Zoning Regulations.
2.7 Objective:
Encourage the development of multi-use special events venues and
infrastructure (ie, publicly accessible restrooms, power and utilities, etc.)
within Vail Village in cooperation with the private sector.
2.7.1 Policy:
The development of new special event venues, and improvements
to existing venues shall be strongly encouraged to reinforce the
important role that special events play in the promoting ayear-
round economy in Vail Village .
GOAL #2 Action Steps:
1.
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2. Develop and adopt an Economic Development Strategic Plan for
the Town of Vail.
3. Create a special events venue map for Vail Village. The map
should include existing and potential special event venue locations
with an indication on how many participants the venue can
accommodate. Other logistical considerations such as event set
up configurations, vehicular access, pedestrian circulation,
emergency vehicle accommodations, compatibility with adjacent
and surrounding uses, etc. should also be noted on the map.
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4. Explore the creation of stormwater management regulations aimed
at preserving and protecting the water quality of Gore Creek to
ensure that the creek and its adjacent riparian corridors remains
healthy and vibrant.
5. Explore the adoption of land use policies regarding certain land
uses (ie real estate offices, professional offices and similar non-
retail uses) addressing horizontal zoning of non-commercial core I
zone district properties within the area governed by the Vail Village
Master Plan.
6. Establish a clear policy related to the use of the public right-of-way
and other similar public property for the outdoor display of
merchandise and goods and make any amendments to the town's
adopted codes as necessary to implement the desired policy.
GOAL #3: TO RECOGNIZE AS A TOP PRIOTITY THE ENHANCEMENT OF THE
WALKING EXPERIENCE THROUGHOUT THE VILLAGE
3.1 Objective:
Physically improve the existing pedestrian ways by
landscaping and other improvements.
3.1.1 Policv:
Private development projects shall incorporate streetscape
improvements (such as paver treatments, landscaping,
lighting and seating areas), along adjacent pedestrian ways.
3.1.2 Policy:
Public art and other similar landmark features shall be
encouraged at appropriate locations throughout the
Town.
3.1.3 Policv:
Flowers, trees, water features, and other landscaping shall be
encouraged throughout the Town in locations adjacent to, or
visible from, public areas.
3.2 Objective:
Minimize the amount of vehicular traffic in the Village to the greatest
extent possible.
3.2.1 Policy
Vehicular traffic will be eliminated or reduced to absolutely
minimal necessary levels in the pedestrianized areas of the
Village.
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3.3 Objective:
Encourage a wide variety of activities, events, and street life along
pedestrian ways and plazas.
3.3.1 Policv:
The Town encourages a regulated program of outdoor street
activity in predetermined locations throughout the Village.
3.3.2 Policv:
Outdoor dining is an important streetscape feature and shall be
encouraged in commercial infill or redevelopment projects.
3.4 Obiective:
Develop additional sidewalks, pedestrian-only walkways and accessible
green space areas, including pocket parks and stream access.
3.4.1 Policv:
Physical improvements to property adjacent to stream tracts
shall not further restrict public access.
3.4.2 Policy:
Private development projects shall be required to incorporate
new sidewalks along streets adjacent to the project as
designated in the Vail Village Master Plan and/or Recreation
Trails Master Plan.
3.4.3 Policy:
The "privatization" and encroachment of private improvements on
the town-owned Gore Creek stream tract shall be strongly
discouraged.
GOAL #3 Action Steps:
2. Amend the Design Review Guidelines to recognize the concept of
"winterscape" in the evaluation of landscape plans.
3. Identify additional locations and funding strategies for the
development of additional public restrooms in the Village.
(Completed)
5. Initiate the Vail Village streetscape Improvement Plan to serve as a
concept plan for subsequent improvements to public places in the
Village. (Completed)
6. Designate an Arts in Public Places Board to produce and/or
review proposals for public art along pedestrian ways.
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7. Expand the summer flower planting program and encourage private
sector participation.
9. Monitor time zoning and revise as possible. Continue to explore
alternative service/delivery mechanisms, especially an off-site
warehouse with small vehicle distribution in the Village.
10. Construct new sidewalks and recreation trails as per the
Recreation Trails Master Plan--Core Area Detail.
GOAL #4: TO PRESERVE EXISTING OPEN SPACE AREAS AND EXPAND
GREENSPACE OPPORTUNITIES.
4.1 Objective:
Improve existing open space areas and create new plazas with
greenspace and pocket parks. Recognize the different roles of each
type of open space in forming the overall fabric of the Village.
4.1.1 Policy:
Active recreation facilities shall be preserved (or relocated to
accessible locations elsewhere in the Village) in any
development or redevelopment of property in Vail Village.
4.1.2 Policv:
The development of new public plazas, and improvements to
existing plazas (public art, landmarks, historic features,
streetscape features, seating areas, etc.) shall be strongly
encouraged to reinforce their roles as attractive people places.
4.1.3 Policv
With the exception of ski base-related facilities, existing natural
open space areas at the base of Vail Mountain and throughout
Vail Village and existing greenspaces shall be preserved as
open space.
4.1.4 Policv:
Open space improvements including the addition of
accessible greenspace as described or graphically shown
in the Vail Village Master Plan and/or Urban Design Guide
Plan, will be required in conjunction with private infill or
redevelopment projects.
4.2 Objectives:
Improve and expand the opportunity for active and passive
recreational activity throughout the Village.
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4.2.1 Policv:
Continue the implementation of the Ford Park Master Plan
as this will provide important recreational opportunities to
residents and guests.
GOAL #4 Action Steps:
1. Develop pocket parks with passive recreational improvements
including benches, paths, children's play facilities and stream access
in appropriate Town-owned parcels.
2. Evaluate additional opportunities for the purchase of additional
parcels for open space and/or public use.
4. Connect streamwalks to other walkways and pocket parks in order to
integrate and enhance the total pedestrian network.
5. Revegetate and restore disturbed areas along stream tracts.
6. Improve or remove the Willow Bridge pedestrian bridge.
7. Restore the Town snow dump, including stream tract, to its natural
8. Explore the feasibility of expanding Ford Park to the west to Vail
Valley Drive and/or Slifer Plaza
9. Identify opportunities to improve and enhance the forest health within
and immediately around Vail Village to mitigate the damage caused
by the pine beetle and similar tree diseases and infestations.
10. Continue to develop and implement wildland interface initiatives
aimed at reducing the threat to the loss of property and life due to the
risk of wildland fires.
GOAL #5: INCREASE AND IMPROVE THE CAPACITY, EFFICIENCY, AND
AESTHETICS OF THE TRANSPORTATION AND CIRCULATION
SYSTEM THROUGHOUT THE VILLAGE.
5.1 Objective:
Meet parking demands with public and private parking facilities
5.1.1 Policv
For new development that is located outside of the Commercial
Core I Zone District, on-site parking shall be provided (rather than
paying into the parking fund) to meet any additional parking
demand as required by the zoning code.
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5.1.2 Policv:
The expansion of the Vail Village parking structure shall maximize
the number of additional parking spaces available for public
parking.
5.1.3 Policv:
Seek locations for additional structured public and private
parking.
5.1.4 Policy
Continue to promote the lease parking program as a means
for maximizing the utilization of private parking spaces.
5.1.5 Policv
Redevelopment projects shall be strongly encouraged to provide
underground or visually concealed parking.
5.2 Objective:
Encourage the use of public transportation to minimize the use of private
automobiles throughout Vail.
5.2.1 Policv:
The Town and its regional partners shall continue to provide an
efficient transit system and increase service levels as needed to
meet demand.
5.2.2 Policv:
The Town shall facilitate and encourage the operation of private
shuttle vans outside of the pedestrianized core area.
5.3 Objective:
Concentrate the majority of interconnecting transit activity at the
periphery of the Village to minimize vehicular traffic in
pedestrianized areas.
5.3.1 Policy:
The Vail Transportation Center shall be the primary pick up and
drop off point for public transit and private shuttle vans and taxis.
5.4 Objective:
Improve the streetscape circulation corridors throughout the Village.
5.4.1 Policy:
The Town shall work with the Colorado Division of Highways
toward the implementation of a landscaped boulevard and
parkway along the South Frontage Road.
5.4.2 Policv:
Medians and right-of -ways shall be landscaped.
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GOAL #5 Action Steps:
1. Construct vehicular circulation and signage improvements
designed to reduce unnecessary traffic into the Village core.
2. Continue to monitor traffic flow through the 4-way stop area and study
alternatives available to increase efficiency of this intersection and'
meet future traffic demands. (Completed)
3. Continue to study the feasibility of a "people mover" or other public
transportation alternatives to augment or replace the existing shuttle
system.
eligible for paying into the parking fund) following the completion of
5. Study the feasibility of an underground (recreation fields would
remain), parking structure in Ford Park.
GOAL #6: TO ENSURE THE CONTINUED IMPROVEMENT OF THE VITAL
OPERATIONAL ELEMENTS OF THE VILLAGE.
6.1 Objective:
Provide service and delivery facilities for existing and new
development.
6.2 Obiective:
Provide for the safe and efficient functions of fire, police and
public utilities within the context of an aesthetically pleasing resort
setting.
6.2.1 Policv:
Development projects and other improvements in Vail Village
shall be reviewed by respective Town departments to identify
both the impacts of the proposal and potential mitigating
measures.
6.2.2 Policv:
Minor improvements (landscaping, decorative paving, open dining
decks, etc.), may be permitted on Town of Vail land or right-of-way
(with review and approval by the Town Council and Planning and
Environmental Commission when applicable) provided that Town
operations such as snow removal, street maintenance and fire
department access and operation are able to be maintained at
current levels. Special design (i.e. heated pavement), maintenance
fees, or other considerations may be required to offset impacts on
Town services.
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GOAL #6 Action Steps:
Study feasible alternatives for providing long range solutions for
loading and delivery functions in the Village.
2. Work closely on an ongoing basis with Upper Eagle Valley Water
and Sanitation District to ensure adequate water and sewer
facilities to accommodate future development.
3. Study feasible alternatives for centralized trash/recycling
facilities in the Commercial Core I area.
4. Work closely with the Vail Village business owners, property
owners, lodge owners, residents and all other potentially
affected parties on an ongoing basis to optimize the use of the
Town's dispersed loading/delivery facilities and minimize the
use of the Town's right of way for loading/delivery activities.
5. Investigate the possibilities of creating management
committees compromised of all potentially affected parties to
address parking, traffic, special events, construction impact,
etc. issues that may arise.
IV. FINDINGS/CRITERIA FOR REVIEW
Section VIII, Implementation and Amendment, Subsection B, Plan Review, of the
Vail Village Master Plan states,
"Within one year after is adoption, and not less than every three years, or
as deemed necessary, the Community Development Department of the
Town of Vail should undertake a review of the plan. Any changes
recommended by the staff will be submitted to the Planning and
Environmental Commission of the Town. If the plan is not updated or
reviewed within the timeframe suggested in this paragraph, it shall in no
way affect the validity of the plan. "
A comprehensive update to the plan has never occurred, though several
amendments to the plan have been adopted since its inception. In reviewing the
proposed updates, staff focused mainly on identifying those projects which have
been completed in accordance with the recommendations of the plan and
attempted to identify additional or expanded action steps which could be taken to
further implement the plan. This update is not intended to alter the goals,
objectives or policies outlined in the plan. Therefore, staff relied upon the original
intent and purpose of the plan in making our recommendations on updates to the
plan.
V. STAFF RECOMMENDATION
The Town of Vail Community Development Department recommends that the
Planning & Environmental Commission forwards a recommendation of approval
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of the proposed updates to the Vail Village Master Plan to the Vail Town Council.
As no specific criteria exists for consideration of a master plan update, staff's
recommendation is based upon our review of the purpose of plan and the six
major goal statements, as outlined within the master.
Should the Planning & Environmental Commission choose to forward a
recommendation of approval of the proposed plan updates to the Vail Town
Council, the Town of Vail Community Development Department recommends
that the Commission makes the following finding,
"That based upon the review of the Vail Village Master Plan purpose and
goals statements, the proposed updates to the plan further the purpose of
plan and aid in achieving the six major goal statements contained within
the document. More specifically, the proposed updates shall ensure that
the plan continues to serve as a guide to the staff, review boards, and
Town Council in analyzing and evaluating future proposals for
development in Vail Village and in legislating effective ordinances to deal
with such development."
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PLANNING AND ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION
July 14, 2008
1:OOpm
TOWN COUNCIL CHAMBERS /PUBLIC WELCOME
75 S. Frontage Road -Vail, Colorado, 81657
MEMBERS PRESENT MEMBERS ABSENT
Rollie Kjesbo Bill Pierce
David Viele Sarah Robinson-Paladino
Michael Kurz Scott Proper
Susie Tjossem
Site Visits:
1. Evergreen - 250 South Frontage Road West
30 Minutes
1. A request for a recommendation to the Vail Town Council on a proposed major amendment to
Special Development District No. 39, Crossroads, pursuant to Article 12-9(A), Special
Development District, Vail Town Code, to allow for the enclosure of a pedestrian pathway
through the southwest wing of the approved structure and creation of commercial square
footage; located at 141 and 143 Meadow Drive/Lot P, Block 5D, Vail Village Filing 1, and setting
forth details in regard thereto. (PEC080034)
Applicant: Solaris LLC, represented by Mauriello Planning Group, LLC
Planner: Warren Campbell
ACTION: Tabled to September 8, 2008
MOTION: Kurz SECOND: Viele VOTE: 4-0-0
75 Minutes
2. A request for a work session for review of a major exterior alteration, pursuant to Section 12-7H-
7, Exterior Alterations or Modifications; and requests for conditional use permits, pursuant to
Section 12-7H-2, Permitted and Conditional Uses, Basement or Garden Level; Section 12-7H-3,
Permitted and Conditional Uses, First Floor or Street Level; 12-7H-4, Permitted and Conditional
Uses; Second Floor and Above, Vail Town Code, to allow for the redevelopment of the
Evergreen Lodge, with dwelling units, accommodation units, employee housing units, conference
facilities and meeting rooms on the basement level, multi-family dwelling units on the first floor,
and an eating and drinking establishment on the second floor, located at 250 South Frontage
Road West/Lot 2, Block 1, Vail Lionshead Filing 2. (PEC080033)
Applicant: HCT Development, represented by TJ Brink
Planner: Rachel Friede
ACTION: Tabled to August 11, 2008
MOTION: Tjossem SECOND: Viele VOTE: 4-0-0
Rachel Friede made a presentation per the staff memorandum. She generally touched upon the
desired outcomes of the work session and the Town regulations and planning documents that
would apply to the Evergreen redevelopment.
T.J. Brink, representing HCT Development Company, introduced himself as the developer and
also introduced SB Architects as part of the design team.
Scott Lee and David Louie, SB Architects, made a presentation that began with a description of
their firm, previous projects, and the Fairmont flagship. Scott Lee discussed the desire to pursue
LEED certification on the project and the commitment of the Fairmont Hotel to green structures.
Commissioner Kurz stated that it appeared the development team had reviewed and addressed
the Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan. He mentioned the need for possible public
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amenities and some concerns about the two levels of dormers in the roof form above the port
cochere.
Commissioner Tjossem stated that the applicant should address mitigation of construction
worker parking if this project moves forward.
Commissioner Viele asked to see the land use square footage charts. He said that overall, he is
very positive about the design. He asked a question about were the pedestrian path would be
located along Mill Creek.
Commissioner Kjesbo, made a comment about a bus stop being relocated from the WestStar
Bank Building to the front of the Fairmont.
15 Minutes
3. A request for a recommendation to the Vail Town Council to review the Vail Land Use Plan map,
pursuant to Section 8-3, Vail Land use Plan to allow for a change in the land use designation
from Community Office to Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan for properties known as
"Cascade Crossing" and "Vail Professional Building" (Future "Ever Vail"), located at 953 and
1031 South Frontage Road West/unplatted (A complete legal description is available for
inspection at the Town of Vail Community Development Department), and setting forth details in
regard thereto. (PEC080036)
Applicant: Town of Vail
Planner: Nicole Peterson
ACTION: Table to July 28, 2008
MOTION: Tjossem SECOND: Kurz VOTE: 4-0-0
Nicole Peterson gave a presentation per the staff memorandum
Commissioner Viele, stated for the record that he is a property owner in the Glen Lyon Office
Building.
Jay Petersen, representing the Glen Lyon Office Building, stated that he would like to request a
tabling in order to look into including the Glen Lyon Office Building (GLOB) property within the
Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan land use designation. He would then subsequently
submit an application for inclusion in the Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan.
Warren Campbell, stated that the Staff was indifferent to the tabling request. It was suggested
that Staff could take two weeks to discuss the inclusion of the GLOB site in the land use
designation.
30 Minutes
4. A request for a work session for prescribed regulations amendments to Section 14-10-7, Outdoor
Lighting, Vail Town Code, to allow for amendments to the outdoor lighting standards, and setting
forth details in regard thereto. (PEC080032)
Applicant: Town of Vail
Planner: Bill Gibson
ACTION: Table to July 28, 2008
MOTION: Viele SECOND: Kurz VOTE: 4-0-0
Bill Gibson gave a presentation per the memorandum.
Commissioner Kurz noted concerns about regulating specific types of lights, but supported
regulating wattages and direction and screening of lights. He noted that light pollution is a
concern, especially since dark skies are an element of the local marketing districts' promotions.
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Commissioners Viele and Kjesbo recommended the amendments be simple, clear, and easily
understood.
Commisisoner Tjossem suggested that the proposed amendments be coordinated with the
Town's other energy efficiency efforts.
Jim Lamont, Vail Homeowners Association, suggested that there should be a portion of the
lighting standards which allows dramatic decorative lighting of commercial structures.
5 Minutes
5. A request for work session for a major exterior alteration, pursuant to Section 12-7B-7, Exterior
Alterations or Modifications, a request for a conditional use permit pursuant to Section 12-7B-5,
Permitted and Conditional Uses; Above Second Floor, a request for variances from Section 12-
76-15, Site Coverage, and Section 12-7B-16, Landscaping and Site Development, pursuant to
Chapter 12-17, Variances, and a request for amendments to an adopted view corridor pursuant
to Section 12-22-5, Amendments, and Section 12-22-6, Encroachments into Existing View
Corridors, Vail Town Code, to allow for the re-development of the Clock Tower Building (Gorsuch
Ltd. Building) to include three floors of above grade structure, a new clock tower, and an eating
and drinking establishment above the second floor, located at 263 East Gore Creek Drive/Lots D
and E, Block 5, Vail Village Filing 1, and setting forth details in regard thereto. (PEC070025)
Applicant: Gorsuch Ltd. and John P. McBride, represented by Resort Design Associates
Planner: Scot Hunn
ACTION: Table to August 25 2008
MOTION: Viele SECOND: Kurz VOTE: 4-0-0
5 Minutes
6. A request for a final review of a conditional use permit, pursuant to Section 12-9C-3, Conditional
Uses, Vail Town Code, to allow for public utilities installations, located at 145 North Frontage
Road West, Lot 1, Middle Creek Subdivision and setting forth details in regard thereto.
(PEC080031)
Applicant: Cricket Communications Inc., represented by Mike Sharlow
Planner: Nicole Peterson
ACTION: Withdrawn
7. Approval of June 23, 2008 minutes
MOTION: Viele SECOND: Tjossem VOTE: 4-0-0
8. Information Update
9. Adjournment
MOTION: Viele SECOND: Kurz VOTE: 4-0-0
The applications and information about the proposals are available for public inspection during regular
office hours at the Town of Vail Community Development Department, 75 South Frontage Road. The
public is invited to attend the project orientation and the site visits that precede the public hearing in the
Town of Vail Community Development Department. Please call (970) 479-2138 for additional
information.
Sign language interpretation is available upon request with 24-hour notification. Please call (970)
479-2356, Telephone for the Hearing Impaired, for information.
Community Development Department
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PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Planning and Environmental Commission of the
Town of Vail will hold a public hearing in accordance with section 12-3-6, Vail Town
Code, on July 28, 2008, at 1:00 pm in the Town of Vail Municipal Building, in
consideration of:
A request for a final review of a variance from Section 12-6G-6, Setbacks, Vail Town
Code, pursuant to Chapter12-17, Variances, Vail Town Code, to allow for construction of
a second floor bedroom addition within the setbacks, located at 4257 Columbine Drive,
No. 17/Lot 17 Bighorn Terrace, and setting forth details in regard thereto. (PEC080022)
Applicant: Howard and Virginia Sherr
Planner: Bill Gibson
The applications and information about the proposals are available for public inspection
during office hours at the Town of Vail Community Development Department, 75 South
Frontage Road. The public is invited to attend project orientation and the site visits that
precede the public hearing in the Town of Vail Community Development Department.
Please call 970-479-2138 for additional information.
Sign language interpretation is available upon request, with 24-hour notification. Please
call 970-479-2356, Telephone for the Hearing Impaired, for information.
Published July 11, 2008, in the Vail Daily.
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