HomeMy WebLinkAboutTed SteersDesign Review Board (DRB) Application
The Design Review Board (DRB) is a five-member volunteer board.
The DRB is responsible for reviewing development plans to ensure compliance with the Town of Vail design guidelines
and development standards
The board's review includes:
Architectural character and general compatibility
Site planning, building materials and architectural details
Landscaping and buffering to ensure compatibility with surrounding uses and the environment
The DRB meets on the first and third Wednesdays of each month at 2 p.m. in the Vail Municipal Building.
Name of Applicant *
Phone Number *
Email *
Is the Town of Vail
considered your
primary residence?*
Proof of Residence *
Are you a registered
voter in the Town of
Vail?*
Responsibilities of the five-member DRB include reviewing the design of new structures, remodels, sign requests,
landscaping plans and other architectural and aesthetic matters.
Given the above
prescribed role of the
DRB, what makes
you uniquely
qualified to serve on
the Board?*
Ted Steers
9703314995
ted@vailvillagerentals.com
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DRB Responsibilities
5000 Characters Max
As a business owner of mulitple offices in Vail, I have had to consider signage and
marketing on how it may impact my business. I know how business owners always
think bigger is better; but in my experience the town guidelines are perfect for the
customer to travel throughout the community in a way that is an experireince, not
just a means to consumption. As a resident of a planned community I have worked
with my neighbors on a variety of topics including fire mitigation, trash and
landscaping. As the HOA president I had to review and negotiate design when new
construction began in my PUD.
Please provide an
example from your
past which
demonstrates your
qualifications and
explain why you are
interested in serving
on the DRB?*
Please describe your
availability to attend
DRB meetings for the
duration of your term
and identify any
conflicts of interest
that may arise as a
result of your
employment,
personal and/or
professional
relationships or
financial interests in
the Town of Vail.*
Vail is a small
community and
everyone seems to
know each other in
one form or another.
Please describe your
abilities to act in a
quasi-judicial role
and provide at least
one example where
you had to make and
unpopular decision
on an issued based
upon a set of criteria
or other certain
considerations.*
Resume *
Letter of Interest *
5000 Characters Max
As President of Innsbruck Meadows, I was faced with a unique challenge. There
was one undeveloped homesite in the PUD, Innsbruck Meadows. When this site
was sold recently, 20 years after any other home was built, the new owner of the
land wanted to build without any constraints. After further investigation there were
no guidelines he had to follow, because the original buildings were all built by the
same developer. I was able to negotiate with him reduced number of materials to
best suit the neighborhood. He obliged and the architect made the changes.
The DRB meets on the first and third Wednesdays of each month. Meetings begin at
2:00 pm. DRB members shall be appointed to a 2 year term. Attendance at meetings
is critical as it provides a broad representation on matters before the DRB and
promotes a fair and equitable development review process.
5000 Characters Max
I own my own business and am in charge of my own schedule. My business is
typically busy in the morning and evening. I have no mandatory duties with my
daughter so afternoons are best for me.
The DRB is often asked to act in a quasi-judicial (like a judge) on design applications.
Decision making is guided by review criteria and findings of fact. The review criteria
are prescribed by the Vail Town Code.
5000 Characters Max
I have a lot of friends and business associates; however I have found that a
difference of option is not an end to the personal or business relationships. I have a
strong communications skills so I know the rules are there for a reason, and helping
the community understand that is part of my skill set.
DRB application and resume.docx 15.12KB
DRB application and resume.docx 15.12KB