HomeMy WebLinkAboutVail Village Master Plan 2005 VAIL VILLAGE MASTER PLAN
Completed By
The Town of Vail
Community Development Department
Adopted
January 16, 1990
Revisions
Resolution 3, Series of 2003
Updated
January 5, 2005
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MAJOR CONTRIBUTORS
PLANNING AND ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION
Jim Viele
Diana Donovan
Peggy Osterfoss
Sid Schultz
Kathy Warren
Chuck Crist
Pam Hopkins
CONSULTANTS
Winston and Associates
Rosall, Remmen, and Cares
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
Peter Patten, Director
Tom Braun, Senior Planner
Special Thanks to Leslie Rash, Administrative Secretary
TABLE OF CONTENTS
I. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY 1
Four Portal Map 4
II. HISTORY OF VAIL VILLAGE 5
III. THE VAIL VILLAGE MASTER PLANNING PROCESS 7
Master Plan Terms Map 8
IV. PURPOSE OF THE PLAN 9
V. GOALS, OBJECTIVES, POLICIES, AND ACTION STEPS 11
Goal #1 12
Goal#2 13
Goal #3 15
Goal #4 17
Goal #5 19
Goal #6 21
VI. ILLUSTRATIVE PLANS 22
Land Use Plan 23
Open Space Plan 26
Parking and Circulation Plan 28
Building Height Plan 30
Action Plan 33
VII. VAIL VILLAGE SUB-AREAS 35
Mixed Use Sub-Area #1 36
Willow Circle Sub-Area #2 43
Commercial Core I Sub-Area #3 46
Transportation Center#4 50
East Meadow Drive Sub-Area #5 51
East Gore Creek Sub-Area #6 52
East Village Sub-Area #7 54
Mill Creek Sub-Area #8 57
East Frontage Road Sub-Area #9 58
Golden Peak Sub-Area #10 59
Front Door Sub-Area #11 61
Ford Park 63
VIII. IMPLEMENTATION AND AMENDMENTS 64
APPENDIX A 66
Vail Village Master Plan
INTRODUCTION
The Vail Village Master Plan is presented in eight sections. The first four introduce the Plan:
an executive summary, a brief history of the Village, a description of the process of
developing the Master Plan, and a statement of the Master Plan's purpose. Section 5
presents an important on-going working element of the Plan: a series of goals, objectives,
policies and action steps for the Village. These statements provide the basis for how the
community hopes to see the Village develop in the future. Related to these statements are
the Illustrative Plan components presented in Section 6. These graphic plans address land
use, open space, circulation and building heights. The individual sub-areas of Vail Village,
with specific recommended improvements are presented in Section 7. These recommended
improvements are a product of the Plan's goal statements and illustrative plans, and include,
both public and private improvements desired for the Village. Finally, a section on
implementation outlines how the various elements of the Plan work together, and
establishes the review process for developments in the Village.
I. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
From its inception at the base of Vail Mountain in the early 1960's, Vail Village has
served as the focal point of activity for the entire upper Gore Valley. This earliest
development of Vail has today extended up and down the Vail Valley, well beyond
the historic limits of the original Village.
The success of Vail Mountain and the rapid growth that followed has resulted in
many changes around Vail Village. Once the sole access point to the ski area, Vail
Village now has two of the four mountain "portals": The Village and Golden Peak (the
other two are Lionshead and Cascade Village). The development of a second village,
Vail Lionshead, has provided two major activity centers in close proximity. With the
advent of Beaver Creek in 1980 and the recent opening of the Arrowhead Ski Area,
the Upper Eagle Valley now boasts three major ski areas. These developments typify
the growth that has taken place as Vail has evolved from a small ski area to a world
class, year-around resort community.
At the same time, Vail is maturing. There 'is a need to continually maintain and
upgrade the quality of existing buildings, as well as streets, walks and utility services.
Vail's economy relies to a large degree on maintaining its overall status and
attractiveness as a world-class resort.
Within this context the Master Plan is one of several documents that have been
developed to preserve and strengthen the Tyrolian/Alpine character of Vail Village
while allowing for limited, highly-controlled growth. The Vail Village Master Plan
focuses on the larger context of Vail Village by identifying land uses, densities, public
improvements, and overall development objectives. The Master Plan recognizes the
need for growth and redevelopment, but at the same time encourages the
preservation of the "historic" aspects of Vail Village. In response to the continued
growth pressures in Vail, a number of sites in the Village that can accommodate
increased levels of development are identified. In addition, many improvements to
public spaces are proposed. It is, however, the Master Plan's underlying goal to
strike a balance between controlled. growth while maintaining the character and
ambiance of the Village. It is this premise that will make the Plan a valuable tool for
guiding development in the Village over the next twenty years.
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A review of existing conditions in the Village reveals that the infrastructure is
generally capable of handling a limited amount of new development, but there is little
new development possible under existing zoning. In fact, in many areas of the
Village, existing development exceeds zoning allowances (which were put in place
after the development).
From numerous public meetings, a consensus emerged that additional development
was acceptable, even desirable, as long as it did not significantly alter the existing
character of the Village.
The Master Plan then, is an attempt to find a fine balance between modest growth
and the status quo. It provides a broad perspective for the desired character of the
Village, but it is very detail oriented. The Master Plan identifies and focuses on site-
specific improvements that are felt to be possible and desirable within the overall
context of the Village. It is intended to be used as a companion document to the Vail
Village Urban Design Guide Plan.
The Master Plan addresses both public and private improvements. As a result, it is a
development guide for private landowners and for the Town. The Plan provides the
Town direction when formulating capital improvement programs and establishes
standards for the review of development proposals on private land.
The most significant element of the Master Plan is the Goals, Objectives, Policies,
and Action Steps. These are the working tools of the Master Plan. They establish the
broad framework and vision, but also lay out the specific policies and action steps
that will be used to implement them.
The six goals and their related objectives and policies are found in Section V. Each
of the objectives are implemented through one or more policies and action steps.
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A series of illustrative Plans depict the physical components of the Master Plan. Only
minor changes to established land use patterns are proposed. There are five
classifications of open space ranging from large Forest Service-owned open space
tracts to small planted buffers along the Village's roads and walkways. The major
objectives of the open space element are preservation, enhancement, and. creation
of several new pocket parks.
Within the context of the existing system, the circulation Plan emphasizes the
development of a continuous pedestrian network comprised of several walk-types.
Elements of the pedestrian network range from freestanding paths to walkways that
are extensions of streets.
The building height element formalizes the pattern that has evolved in the Village--
low buildings in the core area with larger buildings on the northern periphery (along
South Frontage Road), with openings framing views of Vail-Mountain.
The Action Plan graphically expressed a summary of possible development, which
would be inconsistent with elements of the Village Master Plan. It is not an all-
inclusive list, nor is it intended to restrict proposals that are not identified on the
Action Plan. It is intended to provide suggestions and to act as a guide for
interpreting the Master Plan. Specific items in the Action Plan are numbered and
described in Section VII. They are organized according to the Vail Village Sub-areas-
ten areas within the Village that are homogeneous with respect to building character,
physical conditions, land use and ownership. Specific Goals and Objectives are
referenced for each of the Action Plan items.
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II. HISTORY OF VAIL VILLAGE
As the physical development of the original village began to take place in the early
1960's, so too did its unique character. The free form layout of the streets and the
human scale expressed by many of its earliest buildings began to establish a
pleasant pedestrian environment. As the Town grew, the development of numerous
outdoor dining decks and public plazas served to strengthen the pedestrian
experience. More than anything else, it was the emphasis on the pedestrian that
contributed to the unique character and charm of Vail Village.
The early planning and development of the Village was in large part created by the
original developers of Vail Mountain. Following the incorporation of the Town of Vail
in 1966, a zoning ordinance was enacted in 1971 and a general design plan was
later adopted to guide future growth and development in the Village and some of its
surrounding area. In the middle to late 1970's Vail began to experience intense
pressures from growth and development. Driven by increasing land costs and the
growing popularity of Vail, new developments in the core area were being proposed
to maximize square footage. Because of the pressures of rapid development, less,
attention was paid to how projects related to the street, the pedestrian, surrounding
buildings and public spaces.
In response to this trend, the Vail Village Urban Design Guide Plan was adopted in
1980 after a brief moratorium on development. The Guide Plan became the official
tool for reviewing projects within the core area of the Village and the adjacent area to
the northeast. The Plan provided specific attention to building and streetscape
development in. order to reinforce and improve the pedestrian's walking experience.
These regulatory tools estab�ished the framework within which the Vail Village core
has developed through the latest growth period.
While the Urban Design Guide Plan has been very successful, it has concentrated
on design issues primarily within the core area of the Village. Few steps have been
taken towards the comprehensive planning of urban functions and the relationship
between the Village core to surrounding areas. At the same time, however, major
redevelopment proposals continue to be made indicating a high level of on-going
interest in development throughout the Village. These proposals have typically
requested increases to densities permitted under existing zoning, regulations. In the
past, without a long-range plan for the Village, the review of these proposals has
generally been reactive, responding to each on a case-by-case, isolated and
sometimes inconsistent basis.
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With this lack of consistency in the review process, there became a growing concern
that changes in the Village and its peripheral area were not being coordinated, and
that this lack of coordination could gradually affect the character and function that are
important to Vail's success as a resort community. In addition, concerns have been
raised as to whether the cumu►ative effects of increased development are being
identified and adequately addressed.
In addition to density increases, there are many other factors relative to the future
growth and development in the Village area that point to the need for a
comprehensive long range planning document. These other factors include:
Future ski mountain exqansion: Recent and planned expansions of Vail Mountain will
attract larger numbers of skiers creating a need for increased parking, transit,
pedestrian and other facilities which could impact the existing character and function
of the Village area. Expansions will also generate a need for more lodging facilities
to accommodate additional destination skiers.
U�qradinq buildings: .Vail Village has not escaped the aging process. There is a
need to encourage the continued upgrading and enhancement of existing lodging
and commercial facilities within the Village in order to maintain the unique character
that is its main attraction.
Infrastructure svstem: Originally designed for a small population, it is important to
maintain and improve the infrastructure (utility systems, streets and walkways,
loading/delivery, etc. ) of the Village area as increasing use and pressure is placed
upon these systems.
Public improvements: In order to maintain its overall competitive position as a world
class resort community, there is a need for physical improvements in public areas to
maintain an aesthetically pleasing community and to promote a healthy, year-around
resort economy.
Updating zoning controls and expanding design guidelines is seen as an essential
step toward assuring the long term unified development of the Village: It is a goal of
this Plan to establish a framework for guiding private sector development and
improvements as well as public improvements throughout the entire Vail Village area.
Another goal is to set forth future actions required to fully implement the Plan.
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III. THE VAIL VILLAGE MASTER PLANNING PROCESS
The Vail Village Master Plan has been developed in three distinct stages. The first
involved defining the physical limits of the study area and inventorying existing levels
of development. For the purpose of this study, Vail Village is defined as the area
from Vail Road on the west to Ford Park on the east, and between Interstate 70 on
the north and Vail Mountain on the south. Several different terms are used in the
Plan referring to different geographical areas or zones within the study area. A map
on the following page defines these terms and their corresponding areas.
A complete inventory of existing development in the study area was completed as a
part of Phase I. This inventory included residential units, commercial and residential
floor area, parking spaces, and an analysis of how this level of development relates
to densities permitted under existing zoning (See Appendix A). Infrastructures such
as traffic capacity and utilities were also evaluated. From this analysis it became
clear that:
• there is little consistency between zoning and existing levels of
development; and
• there is very little development potential left in the Village under existing
zoning; and
• the existing infrastructure is generally capable of handling limited
amounts of new development in certain areas.
This information provided a data base from which subsequent decisions were made
concerning the development of this Plan.
The second phase in the development of the Plan centered around public
participation. Three well-attended and productive public workshops on the Village
Plan were held. These meetings solicited public opinion and ideas relative to how
the Village should develop in the future. From these meetings a general consensus
emerged that there should be no wholesale changes in the character and level of
development (especially in the Village core), but that additional development was
possible if carefully controlled and coordinated. There was a strong feeling that the
entire Village area needs to be planned as a whole so that any new development
would be of the highest quality and have positive impacts for the specific site as well
as for the entire Village area. Public input received at these meetings was used to
establish the goals, objectives and policies of this Plan.
The final phase involved production of the Plan, formulating policies and procedures,
and holding a second series of public review sessions. The second public review
was to ensure that the Plan was consistent with the desires of the community. The
last step in this process was formal review and adoption by the Planning and
Environmental Commission and the Town Council.
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IV. PURPOSE OF THE PLAN
This Plan is based on the premise that the Village can be planned and designed as a
whole. It is intended to guide the Town in developing land use laws and policies for
coordinating development by the public and private sectors in Vail Village and in
implementing community goals for public improvements. It is intended to result in
ordinances and policies that will preserve and improve the unified and attractive
appearance of Vail Village. This Plan emphasizes the critical need to balance and
coordinate parking and transportation systems with future improvements to Vail
Mountain that will increase the "in and out of Valley" lift capacity. Most importantly,
this Master Plan shall serve as a guide to the staff, review boards, and Town Council
in analyzing future proposals for development in Vail Village and in legislating
effective ordinances to deal with such development. Furthermore, the Master Plan
provides valuable information for a wide variety of people and interests. For the
citizens and guests of Vail, the Master Plan provides a clearly stated set of goals and
objectives outlining how the Village will grow in the future.
The Vail Village Master Plan is intended to be consistent with the Vail Village Urban
Design Guide Plan, and along with the Guide Plan, it underscores the importance of
the relationship between the built environment and public spaces. It is an underlying
goal of this Plan to result in legislation and policies which ensure that the public
spaces and pedestrian areas of Vail are not just the remnants of private
development, but rather dominant features in the experience of the Village.
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The Vail Village Master Plan has been adopted as an element of the Vail Comprehensive
Plan. The Comprehensive Plan was initiated in 1985 by the Community Development
Department, Planning and Environmental Commission and Town Council. The Plan has
been completed element by element according to a prioritized schedule as follows:
I. PARKS AND RECREATION
A. Ford Park Management Plan- 1997
B. Donovan Park Master Plans -1985
C. Eagle County Recreation Action Plan - 1988
D. Recreation Trails Master Plan - 1988
II. LAND USE MASTER PLAN - 1986
III. VAIL VILLAGE
A. Vail Village Master Plan- 1990, updated 2003
B. Vail Village Urban Design Guide Plan- 1980, revised 1993
IV. LIONSHEAD REDEVELOPMENT MASTER PLAN- 1998, revised 2005
V. TRANSPORTATION AND PARKING
A. Streetscape Master Plan- 1991, revised 2003
B. Transportation Master Plan- 1993
VI. NATURAL ENVIRONMENT
A. Municipal Cemetery Master Plan- 1993
B. Comprehensive Open Lands Plan- 1994
C. Environmental Strategic Plan- 1994
VII. ART IN PUBLIC PLACES STRATEGIC PLAN- 2001
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V. GOALS, OBJECTIVES, POLICIES AND ACTION STEPS
Goals for Vail Village are summarized in six major goal statements. While there is
a certain amount of overlap between these six goals, each focuses on a particular
aspect of the Village and the community as a whole. The goal statements are
designed to establish a framework, or direction, for the future growth of the Village.
A series of objectives outline specific steps that can be taken toward achieving
each stated goal. Policy statements have been developed to guide the Town's
decision-making in achieving each of the stated objectives, whether it be through
the review of private sector development proposals or in implementing capital
improvement projects. Finally, action steps are suggested as immediate follow-up
actions necessary to implement the goals of this Plan.
The Vail Village Master Plan's objectives and policy statements address key issues
relative to growth and development. These statements establish much of the
context within which future development proposals are evaluated. In implementing
the Plan, the objectives and policies are used in conjunction with a number of
graphic planning elements that together comprise this Plan. While the objectives
and policies establish a general framework, the graphic plans provide more specific
direction regarding public improvements or development potential on a particular
piece of property.
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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 Obiective:
Implement a consistent development review process to reinforce
the character of the Village.
1.1.1 Policy
Development and improvement projects approved in the Vi�lage
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 Obiective:
Encourage the upgrading and redevelopment of residential and
commercial facilities.
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.
1.3 Obiective:
Enhance new development and redevelopment through public
improvements done by private developers working in cooperation with the
town.
1.3.1 Policy:
Public improvements shall be� developed with the participation of
the private sector working with the Town.
GOAL#1 Action Steps:
1. 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. Prioritize public improvement projects within the Village area.
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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 10 subareas 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.
2.2 Obiective:
Recognize the "historic" commercial core as the main activity
center of the Village.
2.2.1 Policy:
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 Policy:
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 Policy:
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 Policy:
Activity that provides night life and evening entertainment
for both the guest and the community shall be encouraged.
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2.5 Obiective:
Encourage the continued upgrading, renovation and maintenance of
existing lodging and commercial facilities to better serve the needs of our
guests.
2.5.1 Policy:
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 considerations.
2.6 Obiective:
Encourage the development of affordable housing units 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 availabi�ity and affordability to the local work force.
2.6.3 Policy:
The Town of Vail may facilitate in the development of affordable
housing by providing limited assistance.
GOAL#2 Action Steps:
1. Initiate zoning code modifications to clarify the Urban Design Guide
Plan's authority to cover those areas outside of ;Commercial Core I
that are referenced by the Urban Design Guide Plan.
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GOAL#3: TO RECOGNIZE AS A TOP PRIOTITY THE ENHANCEMENT OF THE
WALKING EXPERIENCE THROUGHOUT THE VILLAGE
3.1 Obiective:
Physically improve the existing pedestrian ways by landscaping
and other improvements.
3.1.1 Policy:
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 shall be encouraged at appropriate locations
throughout the Town.
3.1.3 Policy:
Flowers, trees, water features, and other landscaping shall be
encouraged throughout the Town in locations adjacent to, or visible
from, public areas.
3.2 Obiective:
Encourage a wide variety of activities, events, and street life along pedestrian
ways and plazas.
3.2.1 Policv
Vehicular traffic will be e�iminated or reduced to absolutely
minimal necessary levels in the pedestrianized areas of the
Village.
3.3 Obiective:
Encourage a wide variety of activities, events., and street life along
pedestrian ways and plazas.
3.3.1 Policy:
The Town encourages a regulated program of outdoor street activity
in predetermined locations throughout the Village.
3.3.2 Policy:
Outdoor dining is an important streetscape feature and shall be
encouraged in commercial infill or redevelopment projects.
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3.4 Obiective:
Develop additional sidewalks, pedestrian-only walkways and accessible
green space areas, including pocket parks and stream access.
3.4.1 Policy:
Physical improvements to property adjacent to stream tracts shall
not further restrict public access.
3.4.2 Policv:
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.
GOAL#3 Action Steps:
1. Initiate a comprehensive lighting plan for all public spaces in Vail
Village.
2. Amend the Design Review Guidelines to recognize the concept of
"winterscape" in the evaluation of landscape plans.
3. Identify locations and funding strategies for the development of
additional public restrooms in the Village.
4. Study walking-only paths and stream access on public property.
5. Initiate the Vail Village Streetscape Improvement Plan to serve as a
concept plan for subsequent improvements to public places in the Village.
6. Designate an Arts in Public Places Board to produce and/or review
proposals for public art along pedestrian ways.
7. Expand the summer flower planting program and encourage private
sector participation.
8. Improve traffic control systems--effectiveness and appearance.
9. Monitor time zoning and revise as possible. Continue to explore
alternative service/delivery mechanisms, especially an oft-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.
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GOAL#4: TO PRESERVE EXISTING OPEN SPACE AREAS AND EXPAND
GREENSPACE OPPORTUNITIES.
4.1 Obiective:
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 Policy:
The development of new public plazas, and improvements to
existing plazas (public art, streetscape features, seating areas, etc.)
shall be strongly encouraged to reinforce their roles as attractive
people places.
4.1.3 Policy
With the exception of ski base-related facilities, existing natural
open space areas at the base of Vail Mountain and throughout Vail
Village shall be preserved as open space.
4.1.4 Policy:
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 Obiectives:
Improve and expand the opportunity for active and passive recreational
activity throughout the Village.
4.2.1 Policv:
Continue the implementation of the Ford Park Master Plan as
this will provide important recreational opportunities to residents
and guests.
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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 opportunities for the purchase of additional parcels for open
space and/or public use.
3. Exp�ore the "Mill Creek Retail Area" as part of the Village Streetscape
Project.
4. Connect streamwalks to other walkways and pocket parks in order to
integrate and enhance the total pedestrian network.
5. Revegetate 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 state.
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GOAL#5: INCREASE AND IMPROVE THE CAPACITY, EFFICIENCY, AND
AESTHETICS OF THE TRANSPORTATION AND CIRCULATION
SYSTEM THROUGHOUT THE VILLAGE.
5.1 Obiective:
Meet parking demands with public and private parking facilities
5.1.1 Policy
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.
5.1.2 Policy:
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 Policy
Redevelopment projects shall be strongly encouraged to provide
underground or visually concea�ed parking.
5.2 Obiective:
Encourage the use of public transportation to minimize the use of private
automobiles throughout Vail.
5.2.1 Policy:
The Town shall continue to provide an efficient transit system and
increase service levels as needed to meet demand.
5.2.2 Policy:
The Town shall facilitate and encourage the operation of private
shuttle vans outside of the pedestrianized core area.
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5.3 Obiective:
Concentrate the majority of interconnecting transit activity at the
periphery of the Village to minimize vehicular traffic in
pedestrianized areas.
5.3.1 Policv:
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 Obiective:
Improve the streetscape circulation corridors throughout the Village.
5.4.1 Policv:
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 Policy:
Medians and right-of-ways shall be landscaped.
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.
3. Continue to study the feasibility of a "people mover" or other public
transportation alternatives to augment or replace the existing shuttle
system.
4. Village parking policies (both parking requirements and properties
eligible for paying into the parking fund) following the completion of the
Town's Parking and Transportation Study.
5. Study the feasibility of an underground (recreation fields would remain),
parking structure in Ford Park.
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GOAL#6: TO ENSURE THE CONTINUED IMPROVEMENT OF THE VITAL
OPERATIONAL ELEMENTS OF THE VILLAGE.
6.1 Obiective:
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 Policy:
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 Policy:
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.
GOAL#6 Action Steps:
1. 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 facilities in the
Commercial Core I area.
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VI. ILLUSTRATIVE PLANS
The Illustrative Plans provide an overview of the long range goals and objectives for
future development of the Village. Each plan depicts a key element that contributes
to the character and function of Vail Village. These elements include land use, open
space, circulation and building heights. Together these plans reflect the Master
Plan's goals, objectives and policy statements. They provide the criteria for
evaluating development proposals and planning for future public improvements.
A summary plan, referred to as the Action Plan, is a composite of the identified
changes end improvements from each of the Illustrative Plans. The Action Plan
graphically summarizes proposed public and private sector changes for Vail
Village.
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LAND USE PLAN
There is a well-defined overall pattern of land use throughout the Village that establishes
one of its more pleasant characteristics. The greatest variety and intensity of uses are
found within the Village Core Area and along the pedestrian ways of East Meadow Drive.
The mixed use character of these areas make significant contributions to the vitality of the
pedestrian experience in the Village. Land uses surrounding these areas are predominantly
residential with a mixture of lodging, condominium, and low density residential development.
Other land use designations in the Village include heavy service, public facility/parking, and
ski base/recreation.
Maintaining the general pattern of existing land uses is a stated goal for Vail Village. While
some changes in land use are indicated by this Plan, they respect the existing character that
has been established throughout the Village. Changes to existing land uses have been
recommended in response to other goals of The Village Plan. Specific improvements and
developments associated with these changes in land use are expressed in greater detail on
the Action Plan and in the Sub-Area section of this Plan.
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Land use categories in Vail village include the following:
Low Density Residential: The Mill Creek Circle area was the initial subdivision of Vail and is
the only neighborhood in the Village made up of exclusively low density residential
development. Development in this land use category is limited to two units per lot. There
are a total of 19 duplex zoned lots comprising approximately 6.5 acres in this land use
category.
Medium/Hiqh Density Residential: The overwhelming majority of the Village's lodge rooms
and condominium units are located in this land use category. Approximately 1,100 units
have been developed on the 27 acres of private land in this category. In addition, another
110 units are approved but unbuilt. It is a goal of this Plan to maintain these areas as
predominantly lodging oriented with retail development limited to small amounts of
"accessory retail".
Mixed Use: This category includes the "historic" Village core and properties near the
pedestrianized streets of the Village. Lodging, retail and a limited amount of office use-are
found in this category. With nearly 270,000 square feet of retail space and approximately
320 residential units, the mixed use character of these areas is a major factor in the appeal
of Vail Village.
Ski Base/Recreation: Located at the base of Vail Mountain in the Golden Peak area and
immediately adjacent to Vail Village, this designation is intended to provide for the facilities
and services inherent to the operation of a ski area. Uses and activities for these areas are
intended to encourage a safe, convenient, and aesthetically-pleasing transition between the
ski mountain and surrounding land use categories. The range of uses and activities
appropriate in the Ski Base/Recreation land use category may include skier and resort
services, ski lifts, ski trails, base facilities, public restrooms, ticket sales, clubs, public plazas,
outdoor cultural/art events and sports venue, open spaces, parking and loading/delivery
facilities, and residential, retail, and restaurant uses.
Public Facilitv/Parkinq: The only property in this category is the Town-owned parking
structure and adjacent surface parking lot. Existing uses include; public and charter bus
parking, transportation facilities and a limited amount of office and retail activity. Potential;
changes to the character of these uses would be the introduction of other public purpose
activities such as a visitor center, perForming arts center, etc.
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OPEN SPACE PLAN
Four different classifications of open space are indicated on the Open Space Plan. The
types of open space vary from greenbelt natural open space to the more urbanized open
space created by the Village's numerous public plazas. While the role of each of these forms
of open space varies, they all contribute to the recreational, aesthetic, and environmental
features of the Village. For the purposes of this Plan, open space is defined as conditions at
the existing natural grade of the land. The following further defines each of these four types
of open space:
Greenbelt Natural Open Space: Greenbelt Natural Open space is designed to protect
environmentally sensitive areas from the development of structures and to preserve open
space in its natural state. Areas designated as Greenbelt Natural Open Space are
dominated on the south by undeveloped portions of Vail Mountain adjacent to the Village.
Stream tracts in the Village are also designated as Greenbelt Natural Open Space.
Development in these areas is limited to recreation related amenities such as ski base
facilities, pedestrian walkways, bikeways, and passive recreation areas.
Parks: Parks occur on publicly owned or leased land and are developed to varying degrees.
A. Ford Park is a major park facility located at the easterly edge of the Village. It
provides recreational activity for the entire community with a variety of developed
improvements, including structures, and less developed open areas.
B. Active Recreation areas such as tennis courts and tot lots provide opportunities for
specific recreational activity on sites with developed improvements.
C. A number of pocket parks are either existing or planned throughout Vail Village.
Pocket parks provide valuable open space for both active and passive recreation as
well as contrast from the built environment.
Planted Buffers: Planted buffers provide visual relief from roadways and surface parking
areas and establish entry ways into the Village. Buffers indicated on this Plan are important
landscape features and should generally be preserved.
Plazas with Greenspace: Plazas with greenspace are "urban open space." They contribute
significantly to the streetscape fabric of the Village. Formed in large part by the buildings
and spaces around them, plazas with greenspace provide relief from the built environment,
a place for people to gather or relax, areas for special entertainment or other activities and
possible location for landscaping, water features, benches and public art.
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PARKING AND CIRCULATION PLAN
The Parking and Circulation Plan recognizes the established pattern of parking and
circulation throughout Vail Village. The parking and circulation system is an important
element in maintaining the pedestrianized character of the Village. This is accomplished by
limiting vehicular access at strategic points, while allowing for necessary operations such as
bus service, loading/delivery and emergency vehicle access.
The Town's bus system is crucial to controlling and limiting vehicular access to Vail Village.
The bus system greatly reduces the reliance on private automobiles, resulting in a �reduction
of vehicular traffic in the Village's pedestrianized areas.
Aesthetic, as well as functional considerations are important to the Village's circulation
system. A long standing goal for the Village has been to improve the pedestrian experience
through the development of a continuous network of paths and walkways. As a result, the
irregular street pattern in the Village has been enhanced with, numerous pedestrian
connections linking "plazas with greenspace" and other forms of open space. Located in
and along this network are most of the Village's retail and entertainment activities. While the
majority of the circulation system within the Village is in place, a number of major
improvements are proposed to reinforce and increase existing pedestrian connections,
facilitate access to public land along stream tracts, and further reduce vehicular activity in
the core area.
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BUILDING HEIGHT PLAN
Generally speaking, it is the goal of this Plan to maintain-the concentration of low scale
buildings in the core area while positioning larger buildings along the northern periphery
(along the Frontage Road), as depicted in the Building Height Profile Plan. This pattern has
already been established and-in some cases these larger structures along, the Frontage
Road serve to frame views over Vail Village to Vail Mountain. The Building Height Plan also
strives, in some areas, to preserve major views from public right-of-ways.
Building heights greatly influence the character of the built environment in the Village. This is
particularly true in the Village Core where typical building heights of three to four stories
establish a pleasing human scale.
The building heights expressed on this Illustrative Plan are intended to provide general
guidelines. Additional study should be made during specific project review relative to a
building's height impact and the streetscape and relationship to surrounding structures.
Specific design considerations on building heights are found in the Sub-Area section of this-
Plan and in the Vail Village Urban Design Guide Plan.
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ACTION PLAN
The Action Plan indicates potential development and improvement projects that would be
consistent with the goals, objectives and policies of the Vail Village Master Plan. The Action
Plan is a composite of the Land Use, Open Space, Parking and Circulation and Building
Height elements.
Areas identified by the Plan as having potential for additional development have previously
received Town approvals or have been recognized as being consistent with the various
elements of the Master Plan. However, the Action Plan is not intended to be an all-inclusive
list of improvements, which may occur, or an indication of Town approval for any specific
development proposals. The review of any development proposal will be based upon
compliance with all relative elements of the Village Master Plan.
Numerical references found on the Action Plan map refer to more detailed descriptions of
proposed improvements, located in the Sub-area section of this Plan. These descriptions
provide a detailed account of the goals, objectives, and design considerations relative to
each of the development and improvement projects. Graphic representation of improvement
projects on the Action Plan are not intended to represent design solutions. Sub-area
concepts, applicable goals, objectives, and policies of this Plan, zoning standards and
design considerations outlined in the Vail Village Urban Design Guide Plan are the criteria
for evaluating any development proposal. Furthermore, private covenants exist in many
areas of Vail Village and should be a consideration addressed between a developer and
other applicable private property owners.
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VII. VAIL VILLAGE SUB-AREAS
A major goal of this Plan is to address the Village as a whole and at the same time
be sensitive to the opportunities and constraints that may exist on a site specific
basis. To facilitate long range planning unique to each area of the Village, ten
different sub-areas are delineated in this Plan. Sub-areas were determined based
on a number of different considerations. Foremost among these were:
• design and site characteristics
• geographic or physical boundaries
• land uses and ownership patterns
Each of the ten sub-areas have been evaluated relative to the overall goals,
objectives, and policies outlined for Vail Village. The potential improvement projects,
referred to as sub-area concepts, which have emerged from this evaluation are
graphically represented on the Action Plan. These sub-area concepts are physical
improvements intended to reinforce the desired physical form of the Village as
outlined in the various elements of the Master Plan.
The 10 sub-areas (which follow), provide detailed descriptions of each sub-area
concept and express the relationship between the specific sub-area concepts and
the overall Plan. The applicable goals and objectives are cited for each of the sub
area concepts at the end of each description under"special emphasis."
The sub-area concepts described in this Section are meant to serve as advisory
guidelines for future land use decisions by the Planning and Environmental
Commission and the Town Council. Compliance with the sub-area concepts does
not assure development approval by the Town.
It is important to note that the likelihood of project approval will be greatest for those
proposals that can fully comply with the Vail Village Master Plan. The Urban Design
Guide Plan includes additional design detail that is to be used in conjunction with the
Vail Village Master Plan sub-area concepts.
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The Mixed-Use sub-area is a prominent activity center for Vail Village. It is distinguished
from the Village core by the larger scale buildings and by the limited auto traffic along East
Meadow Drive. Comprised of five major development projects, this sub-area is
characterized by a mixture of residential/lodging and commercial activity.
There is a great deal of potential for improvements to both public and private facilities in the
area. Among these is the opportunity to develop gateway entries to the Village at the 4-way
stop and at the intersection of Vail Road and Meadow Drive. It is also a long term goal to
strengthen the connection between this area and the Village core area by reinforcing the
established pedestrian linkages. Pedestrianization in this area may; benefit from the
development of retail infill with associated pedestrian improvements along East Meadow
Drive and the development of public access to Gore Creek.
A significant increase in the Village's overnight bed base will occur in this sub-area with the
development of the final, phase of the Vail village Inn project. In addition, commercial and
residential/lodging development potential is identified in sub-area concepts 3, 4, 6 and 8.
The completion of these projects will essentially leave the sub-area "built out".
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��Fa.=1 . � — - -
� -��=�: #1-1 Vail Village Inn
��� � � �`'��'�� j Final phase of Vail Village Inn project to
��
� � � be completed as established by
�...
� - : � }����� ;� �� �� development plan for SDD #6.
, �--� Commercial development at ground, level
�,�` : '.� ����-��-�:}' �� x��:�� to frame interior plaza with greenspace.
-� �_- ': � 'I t ��-� � � � ' + �����-� '4�� , Mass of buildin s shall "ste u " from
� 9 P P
�, _� � • �.: � _
- ;�, � . existing pedestrian-scale along Meadow
'��" ' - - �• ��i-�' ;.,;=��. Drive to 4-5 stories along the Frontage
''� � r '' Road. Design must be sensitive to
��� F '"�� .r�'�`� maintaining view corridor from 4-way stop
�,�.,,�E ,�, pt,,r� to Vail Mountain. Special emphasis on
,�,p„Y '�, ;� �_..� F��-- 1.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.6, 3.2, 4.1, 5.1, 6.1.
. ,
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. - "�' �� #1-2 Vail Road Intersection
— �-- � Possible realignment of intersection in
� � - _"�"�y :�r conjunction with relocation of the Ski
"�- � ,� T � — ,���E Museum. Focus of redesign should be to
����rRA. ,r � �. establish a small park and pedestrian
" �' • �� .�• �,`-_.. � .- ,`_� entry for the west end of the Village and to
���'�-�{4 �: - � �=`�-=" provide a visual barrier to discourage
� + ' vehicular traffic from heading south on
1�~_� •..J 1�.� -�(�.'
`I eFF"`��`�'� � "` ., Vail Road from the 4-way stop. Specific
,�j*������'� y 1 � �� -�'� � design of Ski Museum site to be included
�'"`�'-- �`���- , ' in West Meadow Drive pedestrian
�#`- - improvement, project. The pedestrian
� �-..,,� � r a.,����;
, �r f ,1� ,, i � connection both north and south along
���Y��IPARKNf � , � ,��`'���o���L� Vail Road should also be improved.
� �� ` ,R��AN �, 7�,�'� f,,�F Special emphasis on 3.2, 3.4, 4.1, 5.3,
�� �r= o�w,��� �� 5.4.
,�i '`! ;:�
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`' 1L� � #1-3 Sonnenalp (Bavaria Haus� Infill
����
'� ` '���" " Commercial infill development with
� � ��`'��" ��
� ' `- � �� � � ��-�a�+�+ ?�.��_� ��j' � second floor residential/lodging to enclose
::..�- ��. � _�-�� �`J � �:` Meadow Drive and improve the quality of
�� � � - " :�---�:-��=� the pedestrian, experience. Designated
�� �� � = � - - �;� walkways and plazas with greenspace
;`�.. -_� � ,�1-��L, should interFace with those of the Vail
..� �
'1 � ��. , �� ' ' Village Inn. A pedestrian walkway
�� ; _ _ � (possibly arcade) should be provided to
� �",, ' encourage pedestrian circulation
� `
�� � j����K��,�,,.�'�"r � physically removed from West Meadow
�1� , � ,,�- � ,�`}��� Drive. Mass of building should not create
� ; �, `.,�f, if984RlEHALP ,-'�;'�r' �' a shadow pattern on Meadow Drive.
__ �Aa=eaNx �,1 ?�"��' �,��i ,�,�' ;..'� Development will require coordination
pF VAIL � :� ' �` and/or involvement with adjacent property
�.c�--�---� u � `�^`<.i '• '��� ` ► owners. Existing and new parking demand
� k 4..� ' •,�`_: �� �
���-�, �_,_ .- ,� � �1.-y�... to be provided on site. Special emphasis
on 1.2, 1.3, 2.3,2.4, 2.6, 3.1, 3.4, 4.1, 5.1,
6.1.
�"���`"�. + � � r� #1-4 Sonnenalp East (Swiss Chalet) Infill
� , "�" t'ti �� ` �"� Commercial infill of north facing alcove of
` ,� lJ
, � ��'-� t s.�- ,-��,r 1��, � existing structure to provide shops and
P"kz� ``Y `�� �_'�~'�k �f � edestrian activit A laza with
' ,�,�',-`"-� ` -�'�+�av�� � �+ P Y• p
+- l�� ' ._-3,: - �� �y „''�' greenspace shall be developed in
�� �"''��� �, ''' �,�� � ,�� conjunction with the adjacent plaza at the
�= , �ti, : � Vail Village Inn. Fire access and on-site
�` KGaswAw �'4' ti • h q ,.,,
� �— � S4N1f6HAtP �!� � parking are two issues to be addressed in
�,�,.� F '� ._, ��°�,,;� the design and development of this
: "� �•�:�• � ��"�:_ -. r 'e t. ecial em ha is on 2.4 2.5
�., ,-,. •- -- ��. �:- p o1 c Sp p s , ,
" �����' � ' 2.6, 3.1, 3.2, 4.1, 5.1, 6.1, 6.2.
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y�r°1`�. ��v #1-5 Willow Bridge Road Walkway
�� � �r,% �,r�`•--_ '�' -' ' A decorative paver pedestrian walkway,
� � _ `�-� � � separated from the street and accented
�•.__ __ C��� ``�.--
� � b y a s t r o n g l a n d s c a p e d a r e a t o
�� "'�, �� encourage pedestrian circulation along
A�At�t�1N �.�.�-`��+r �,,,_
��'� � ,� ��' s � Mea dow Drive. Loss o f par king wi l l nee d
� �r,� '�� to be relocated on site. Special emphasis
�+ � ` , ,
� - . I� -;�1--� on 3.4, 5.1.
�� �s'� ' � ��`�' , �.
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� -������`�`��� � #1-6 Crossroads Infill
��'�� ' `` Commercial infill over new underground
\•. ``�1 ` ,,5 - ...-:...
� parking lot in conjunction with a large
... �..- _5 ,.��. a
.`��'� � � public plaza with greenspace area
_�� . _ �'�� � � � _F (existing and new parking demand to be
� �'',?;'` ��a��o,�� ��Ek�� � L provided on site). While configuration of
,� �'' E infill may be done a number of ways, it is
�, " �i , �..r_.�
�I�I_�� � the overall intention to replace existing
,r, �1'��,��-' � � ' '�� ���' T surface parking with pedestrian corridors
� ;,,', ''�H`"� into a commercial area, as well as to
4�� -�
��- \,1 - y ,, �� provide a strong building edge on
,��',�Y�,� _���� l_ ,�=F�` ��`�� � Meadow Drive and streetscape
� `--'�E ` �` � im rovements. Im rovement of the
�' �� �. -�.-� :,� ---- P P
�--' rn� vo�' ;�r
r �.., ; �,.� � � n - <-�' -�� planted buffer adjacent to the Frontage
�� ��.\ ��f�� ,� '��"�" Road is also important. Relocation of
� ,ti' `! �'�`"t loading and delivery functions and entry to
�A413MAN �4H�HALP` ���{r1��f 4��� parking structure from Frontage Road is
strongly encouraged to reduce traffic on
Meadow Drive. Potential to improve fire
access also exists in the redevelopment
scheme. Special emphasis on 2.4,
2.5,.2.6, 3.1, 4.1, 5.1, 6.1, 6.2.
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�� '�,, �1 �__ ���� #1-7 Village Center Road
� _;_ �� .:.,: ::. �,, :. �,�,.�-_� Improvements
h��� �._ r.
Redesign of intersection as shown on the
� � ��, �aoF PARNIN� Vail Village Urban Design Guide Plan.
� �_.� , �„ �
� y N, A- �� �`i�� � Goal of this project is to create a visual
;"°��`°"°�� ' ��"*�p 1 ' �';",�� _ landscape barrier to prevent unnecessary
iF��{ � + ,. ,- � ,�`"`- ��j9Q� vehicular traffic. Bus, delivery and
j � �,; . '' —_���8�� pedestrian traffic must also be
—� ��,;:�` �-7`�,� �__ - l,��-,=* accommodated in this design. Special
:�Hir� , , ` ��—
,_�; " �_}` emphasis on 3.1, 3.2, 5.3, 5.4.
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- �;� �oo� RARKING I ;,�,,� �� #1-8 Sonnenalp (AustriaHaus)/Slifer
��— ������'� 7R �POCr7k GN_ .
,, �t�;���� ����T�� };��� A Square Commercial infill along East
- �1',,r __ _ --__;=�,;fsj Meadow Drive to provide stronger edge to
-- ,��,�„ `�=-__��=8,9Q�� _ street and commercial activity generators
��,,; =-- - _
'�'•��'-� -_ �i8� �- to reinforce the pedestrian loop
�-7`�.�~__ J. _r_—-_�=�-y~ throughout the Village. Focus of infill is to
----�°J � provide improvements to pedestrian
"�''r ;``� , ,`}-�� circulation with a separated walkway
_., �� _
��. including buffer, along East Meadow
_ `, �.,. -,y�;'- Drive.
4 � .�..f�, - f�-' Y'''�'' Accommodating on-site parking and
�,�, 1;�;��_�� �~ maintaining the bus route along Meadow
�=� ---- - _ Drive are two significant constraints that
�, ''�-�' y���- } ' : V must be addressed. One additional floor
� ,.
x� -��� l� , � �'�'`����'�`� of residential/lodging may also be
��f �,' �-- ���i��+���a � ��r accommodated on this site. Special
`" `4�.s ' ,� r BRUZs+E �,
al;�l'�� „ � ��, �"o�� (�� �"°� t �r emphasis on 2.3, 2.4, 2.6, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3,
3.4, 4.1, 5.1, 6.1.
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�`�✓ : '�r� = #1-9 Study Area: Village Streamwalk
a:��.sit�,
� � � . .{-�f�j. Study of a walking only path along Gore
r �'�. �r� I�G y
- �`�� r,-� ,�,#;- �; '" Creek between the Covered Bridge and
j�9U�[NE�kLP,,y- ; •�� • 'f' - Vail Road, connectin to existin
!�� � ,r: � � - . ;,� ` J 9
i � '� i �!' �w� streamwalk, further enhancing the
� pedestrian network throughout the Village
'���L ��,�I�� � � \� •
� � , ;.� � � � and providing public access to the creek.
�; � �,�� -� �-\\r, Specific design and location of walkway
�`�;'��, * " ��•'� � •L� 1 �'�1�' shall be sensitive to adjacent uses and the
��,-� .�,��ifl4 �P P1YFiK
�� f �F` �/'�;� creek environment. (Reference to Vail
5 _` �i� �� f.7.��.--.�,��'�,,�� Recreational Trails Plan for additional
� r.- : �- �.4� � , � � information on this trail). Special
�_-.`.r - "f .��} "�_`,��� emphasis on 3.4, 4.2.
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�s��-,�;' .?' ��Id°I�'� P3` - Intersection
`�'~�.-` .-. `��'—, h�,�,%,�,�_:� The 4-Way Stop intersection is the main
_=���� �� � ` entry to Vail. Continue to study traffic
�J }fi�^ � volume and best configuration for traffic
1�1 � -•��` flow. Aesthetic improvements should
f�' ���, . 4 �� �- include substantial landscaping on all four
�� * -`�, � ,�I���`d �� corners and the construction of a
� L—�, �1 --��� II landscaped median east and west of the
� hlptf�E -y
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�'��� � 'u- �� � ,1 E I � I � � intersection. Special emphasis on 5.4.
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- #1-11 Study Area: Gateway Site
� ��°� - - -- '� If existing approval expires, this site
�—i � - should be studied to determine best use.
� ����� — _ � _
-� _���� � Preservation of the view corridor from the
L� �, � +t 'i �'°; 1 4way stop to Vail Mountain, (relative to
0.4P�E �� � ` jj� �x�- the VVI final phase), is essential, as is a
`�r .
��x� , i , { ��;_� � �
i - ,, �� _.!�i� :t��; � �. �� substantial plaza/greenspace area on the
- _- 1._,�:,= northwest corner. Special emphasis on
, � _.�._�����,�i:�_ 4.1, 5.4.
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t _6—r2
, F ` � '.���'� ",, � .�-�� #1--12 Villaqe Pocket Parks
� � _ � ��ti'< �f Located on Gore Creek, these small parks
� � ,
' `=� � :=t�c �' : �` provide public access to the creek,
t,,. , �.... ,��.=."
,, `� - `-'� `;:, , �' • -�'�'' �., � passive recreational opportunities, and
,:����� - o �� locations for ublic art. S ecial em hasis
r ,,. � �� .:,_ . �'� i�� P P p
i �� � r'� _ - ,'r`��, on 3.4, 4.1, 4.2.
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���� �',�� � � r r� � f; As vehicular traffic decreases with
�_ ���� .-, �f''�� ���' relocation of Crossroads lodging/delivery
��� �', - �' ��- '�!- '�� r° to Frontage Road, this is a potential site
��' =� ` �J�d�` '� '�, ���.�� ; ' for a major public plaza with greenspace.
1
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' �•� y� � '� ' �- {�. ° Special emphasis on 3.1
. fr. ,J ��,.,.�"'s'� �. 5 a��.'e,�y f PfZ9
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NOTE: The Urban Design Guide Plan includes additional design detail that is to be used in
conjunction with the Vail Village Master Plan sub-area concepts.
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WILLOW CIRCLE SUB-AREA (#2�
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Although immediately adjacent to the mixed use developments found in the Commercial
Core and Mixed Use sub-areas, the willow circle sub-area has retained an exclusively
residential character. Condominium developments have occurred on all but one of the sub-
area's parcels and many of these properties are actively "short-termed" to overnight guests.
In most cases, parking has been provided in underground structures. This design feature,
coupled with the Town-owned open space (Willow Circle Park), contributes to the pleasing
appearance of this area.
In most cases, the levels of development throughout this sub-area greatly exceed what is
allowed under existing zoning (High Density Multi-Family). Gross residential floor area
ratios (GRFAR) range from .6 to 1.3, with an average of 1.01. With the exception of one
parcel, all properties within this sub-area are, developed at, or over, their permitted levels of
development. As such, there is little development potential left in this sub-area.
Residential uses dominate this sub-area and are proposed to continue with the exception of
one potential commercial space at the east end of the sub-area facing Willow Bridge Road.
This concept is discussed further under Sub-Area 2.2.
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���-- - #2-2 Summer's Lodqe
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� •ti � ' ti• - * This property has recently been
�;. �" �, � _ � =� redeveloped into a small number of
- �� -� ' � --�r condominiums. Ground floor commercial
� ~ � � ` -�
- ' : �� ,�` -a��►s sza expansion with all services and deliveries
~ � � "�`'�, �~-"� fronting toward the Village will serve to
� e"�""'�'�� �� � '`,, � ' x� reinforce pedestrian circulation
�`� � � '.`c���_ _ throughout the Village core. West side of
�'�'�.+� �""� , � � property shall maintain residential
�'4�:�,•�•`��., `L°��� �� � � � character consistent with the sub-area. All
- ` '��, ��i�� - -��, commercial activit , includin deliver
... �.::;.. ti r � � � Y 9 Y
���:;i•`' ` � Y� � functions must orient toward Willow
.�.._ � �.
' ` 's � •-�--� � ' Bridge Road. Covenant restrictions
�1�: � � � A� presently restrict commercial activity;
r�svx , �
• � ����,� �' { ; �-�'� amendments would be required. Special
�;`'�4..J I � "`4`�r�' I � emphasis on 2.4, 2.6, 3.2, 3.4, 6.1.
` `"k-' Y1��"'�`'' '�* #2-3 Willow Circle Infill Presently the only
� ���� ��,-�'�� ' ' property within the sub-area that is not
�,;:_:�,
' � ��'����rP'�P K� -•• � developed to, or above, existing density
� . ...;
�' '-ir,'- '�" �'`��_���s �-, •,�� �; :����� .al�owances. While slight increases in
��� ��; �'-�a� s.-�.�'�' • residential density may be considered in
;�.� � �,r� t � �' ,�,� ` the redevelopment of this parcel, the
`_ ' •���J ��-=`�''°%�" shape of the lot may seriouslyhinder the
� _ ,1/�� "�-M i�"��� potential for GRFA greater than what is
,� ,r . �,�r" ~ � , 1 permitted by existing zoning. Adequate
- ;� r, - �.� �� �.� �� landscape buffers between this parcel
� �w.��. �� - and Town roads and adjacent properties
��;�.�:__ -- -
` -���..�_ �,� should be maintained through the re-
`-�y � �- - - __ _-__ development of this property. Structured
{ _ �� --..,-?' -�=�� parking would be necessary for any
,,,��—`-.�_ �`� _ —=_- _` additional level of development. Special
�� - - -- , emphasis on 1.2, 3.1, 5.1, 5.4.
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� � r , � '� -�4 `��;�'' #1-9 Study Area: Villaqe Streamwalk
�ALi3MA11 � 501fN6�YALP
_�� • � � � Study of a walking only path along Gore
`'`'�� � � Creek between the Covered Bridge and
� .,_.. ' �,... 'ti.J
° � � : Y ,r� i� Vail Road, connecting to existing
�:����; �''� �' ��... �-~�-.. streamwalk, further enhancing the
��
� "� -��1'�� � pedestrian network throughout the Village
'� �:���„.,,.--'�/J`� • ,,`� r� : and providing public access to the creek.
� <�" • � � ;_� �� � f,r specific desi n and location of walkwa
� �-' ; � ����K«,�.i�1 ea 9 Y
� }, . , � s shall be sensitive to adjacent uses and
`�'"��'�%� 'r I ` �� � �`� �� the creek environment. (Reference the
k� -
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�' ��.-� �=�-'��' Vail Recreational Trails Plan for additional
�,�� �'4^ �
�,�,` � �+ �� �� ���., '�� ` information on this trail). Special
,��, u�:;�
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-; , ,� � < <,r�7; �� emphasis on 3.4, 4.2.
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' ` " �1 � Located on Gore Creek, these small
,� �. �� �`�r � '' parks provide public access to the creek,
.��_ � �R�, �.:.. � �
`�. :% ��.,_ ,� passive recreational opportunities, and
��, ti. .. °• .
'` f �` ' �� locations for public art. Special emphasis
;�."�e��!
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NOTE: The Urban Design Guide Plan includes additional design detail that is to be
used in conjunction with the Vail Village Master Plan sub-area concepts.
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COMMERCIAL CORE 1 SUB-AREA (#3�
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This pedestrianized area of the Village represents the traditional image of Vail. A mixture of
residential and commercial uses, limited vehicular access, and inter-connected pedestrian
ways are some of the characteristics that distinguish this area from other portions of the
Village. With the exception of embellishing pedestrian walkways, developing plazas with
greenspace, and adding a number of infill developments, it is a goal of the community to
preserve the character of the Village as it is today.
The core area, with its predominantly Tyrolean architecture; is the site of the earliest
development in Vail. Over time, a need to upgrade and improve infrastructure such as
loading and delivery facilities, drainage, paved surfaces and other landscape features has
become apparent. Many improvements to public spaces will be addressed as part of an
overall streetscape improvement project. There is also the potential to initiate a number of
these improvements in conjunction with private sector development projects.
Although it is a goal to maintain design continuity in the Village core, there will be change in
the; core area's built environment. This is mostly due to the number 6f properties that have
not exercised their full development rights. Most notable among these properties are the
Red Lion Building, the Cyranos Building, the Lodge at Vail, and the Covered Bridge
Building. If each of these and other properties develop to their full potential, there will
undoubtedly be a significant increase in the level of development in the Village core.
The Vail Village Urban Design Guide Plan has been the primary tool in guiding private
development proposals in the core area since 1980. The Guide Plan will continue to be used
in conjunction with the goals and design criteria outlined in the Vail Village Master Plan. Infill
and redevelopment proposals shall be reviewed for compliance with the design criteria,
goals, objectives and policies established in these respective plans.
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Vail Village Master Plan
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� - ,�`� ' � #3-1 Lodge at Vail/International Wing
�' ' + +`�'��'� '�,� Residential/lodging infill (with ground floor
� '��� �_;=� �
rr;� '� ��'-''y-- _ �� �, commercial). over International Wing with
.�.
'���_ --� � ' maximum of 3 stories. Impacts on views
RR,, �, t� to the mountain from Eaton Plaza should
. ____- ���' i/
i� ,�_ �•. r� be minimized and a plaza with
� w � � ����� � greenspace area included. Commercial
� �— development on ground Ievel to reinforce
. ',�
'�N� ��`� pedestrian activity and provide a sense of
� � ` � ���`� enclosure for Eaton Plaza. Additional
development on this site may require
� significant upgrading to fire flow
� �. ��� capabilities. Special emphasis on 1.2, 2.3,
� ` � --.-_ 2.4, 2.5, 2.6, 3.1, 5.1, 6.1.
{ �- �.- � �
1 ` '�f �°
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�'� �{ �� '�` , �� , � ''•�:�~"� #3-2 Golden Peak House
y����`` ' . �`� �. �;�':f' '; '= �°; Due to this building's gross inconsistency
�'�;.,�
,�"��;4 ' ` r` p�0"°" ;,y ++a�s�t►,►�,A� with the Urban Design Guide Plan and
�°"�' Pt"�" � �`.��'' �� �`~� � nei hborin buildin s it is identified as a
����, ��� _ � J 9 J �
'� �y `" /' � '' `"� ,%'��' primary renovation site. Relationship to
r'� �� `L n�NOt�, R?�� `"�
� � � '�,:, � � f„ ��;,,e ` greenspace on south, Seibert Circle on
���,..-, �,= •� �� �' ;;r, � _ north, as well as to mountain entryway,
-� � C. ka�etna., � r . .__�
�-` �'� f � � are important considerations. Loading
�NE Yrl 1 a�lQEfl PEAK �f/ � �
��R� ; � +t �" � '� � and delivery must be addressed. Special
_ J �� 1.
. � . . ,��o `, ` emphasis on 1.2, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.6,
� . -- '��; � �"� 3.1, 3.2, 4.1, 5.1, 5.2, 6.1, 6.2.
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#3-3 Seibert Circle Study Area Study
area to establish a more inviting public
plaza with greenspace, improved sun
exposure and a focal point at the top of
Bridge Street. Design and extent of new
plaza to be sensitive to fire access and
circulation considerations. Special
emphasis on 3.1, .3.3, 4.1, 4.2.
r� e1�t ; •. -�
BA6a ��f! r��. �: � `'�4 _ ��..�.,,-_-..., ��j
'n�' 4 �l:,t,IF€lA�-�
� ;?� e,.ac� t 1--� �-�r1..a'`r�r-a.--�.::�,�—��-
^�`-"�4 ctocu j wa�t raw�HUUars
'1�' rawee `j
gst�trd 4 sioa. 1° �": '_`_`j i��`
��'�iR ,t,-- �'�� � � � � #3-4 Mill Creek Commercial Infill The
��---�=± -�= ��;;� �-. �---- development of commercial frontage
—� \ � �•`���. Y Ltq.i CREEK ' i� +
-,_---�j i r,� lL `I1ti Cpt}pT B19� -i ; along the west side of Mill Creek to
��,��,a�,`, 4}s'�`��_°� � •�. � �,l' � encourage pedestrian traffic in this area.
'�8'°° '� � ` � �"� ��'�� Pedestrian improvements including the
� �,�` •.
1l �,�. . .. } ' . � � •
" ;�- �' �;� ��, � , .�� ,�! �-, bridge over Mill Creek and a mid-block
y`��� � '4�, � wEd�,�„ f °- connection to Bridge Street are also
���; � �,r� � �� HRYSTkAN1A
1�••�+ p��=,,\,�, � '�- � �' �-� �! desired (see Urban Design Guide Plan).
� ��`�'°" �`��' � � ' Improvements to Mill Creek (landscaping,
�.�, �� �' ,,< %'ri
��" �-ti,, ��.-�' � ' �,�N � �,1 `�' utility relocation and stream bank
� � `'� � �"� � }'� stabilization) as well as loading and
� �'�`� 'Wiu e�n[�`���� !� .'' � . �~
^� ! r_� � �; '-=;�+ delivery, must be addressed. Special
�q 6�LOEN P£I�K�`,,i .���,.
` �s� €�LA� � � � � �, ;�=� �`�� �, � emphasis on 2.4, 2.5, 3.4, 4.1, 6.1.
t - h
� r �.LA
� .. ���,I .��.
i ��
- � f ..� .'y�,� � '�
-- " `� �'`�� � �'� #3-5 Mill Creek Court
, r �
,�� :•:T�,�r -:•� �� ���,, ,�,�_ . �_ Partial infill of the Mill Creek Court
� Building courtyard (one story retail) in
conjunction with the development of a
public p�aza and embellishments to the
walkway along Mill Creek. Purpose of
improvements is to strengthen pedestrian
circulation in this area of the Village.
Special emphasis on 1.2, 2.4, 2.6, 3.1,
3.3, 3.4, 4.1.
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� �}k �'"�.,
;�. , - �'�*,,� � y+ Q«�a,_ ,-�
�qs s+'' ,� '�3-7�p� �4�;µ;f,,��� #3-6 Gastof Gramshammer
!� `ea��oo� ; ti. eA'oo r �r a�ac. �/�,
, � „ (, � .� 1 Commercial expansion as identified in the
`� `;�, ���- H�,�,ti' 44 =g�; '. Urban Design Guide Plan. Design to
�.�,
` - , � �`" �" "g""""��F �t___--- improve enclosure proportions of the
t ��.;-- �- �,3-�� �{--�,; _� ,
- ! ,; ;�Q�,��a ,-��, _ Children s Fountain area and enhance
i 1 OOME �,ltvd. s 'E--, �`� ��~�~Y
ti��A� �,; _�.�� ��Y��-,�, �.��,�,,, existing plaza with greenspace. Special
`D��,� '�,,_ �- "� -�?,''°,`<< ���a',1 ',��'�° emphasis on 2.2, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6,' 3.1, 3.2,
,� ��
� � ' '����y '�� ���F�'\�' �t 'Y ��� 3.3, 4.1.
J n ��1 l �}} Yi
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f � t �.� RL4O_ A��
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, � '� �ff C
�(' � — —��'%? .r�. _,,..,
, _5_ `� ' '� 'i'l _ _–
- rt - #3-7 Study Area: Villaqe
�'` ' ' -- �P�.aS Streamwalk
�..L � i � �� � ..,�w �
. �,� �. ��- ,` w s_�,' Study of a low impact walking-only path
%' - - ,2�. ��;�� a�ong Gore Creek between the Covered
/ �"�" ,'�. `�� �- `- �'' ' �-�- Bridge and Vail Road, connecting to
� .•� �; �.'�-� �. ,' ; � ;,� : existing streamwalk, further enhancing the
» � .,°r , ��` �f;,` t w,;, � ,�,�,-� pedestrian network throughout the Village
,�. ;� -.: � ,3 s,�" ' � �;._;._ and providing public access to the creek.
` � `�'t� r � " Specific design and location of walkway
� f. : i a�. � 3 4 ���Il.
�,, ,�,,_;^�.�' �� shall be sensitive to adjacent uses and the
� z � � >"� � ` "`� �,ti'��m�° "- creek environment. Reference the Vail
; -� ; , b, ~ ,� : �� � �
r "' � , '� �� �'�, � ' �: Recreational Trails Plan for additional
�; ,�' f • � <,,
, `,,., y� � ���-� &�% � information on this trail). Special emphasis
on 3.4, 4.2.
�;J.z _._-�� . , --;_ ,���------....-
'YFEO f/ ry`f. : � .�� . . . . . .
� ���Ir��yE�y�'��- -
P;;.,� e�a[i..i�.�, .-�.�,..��t/�_�r.�--'4,
TM v='` � � #3-8 Mill Creek Streamwalk
t L � � Ct9Clt , . v�r�sAxtaMOUBEe
,F�,,��N �� _�"� ��A� �'�=�-: '{J� A walking only path along Mill Creek
.__r �---=`" °:f . between Pirate Ship Park and Gore
�-' ��-_`= �"��__ ' � Creek, further completing the pedestrian
� � r��:�t t ; iRlti C�EK
+ i
-�--�j � `� �,�„�„ , ��4 ��,p,a��. I ' network and providing public access to
` �ti ,1����on ��;.,13 �` t
�,��a,� �._,�_�,� , . - I �' ' ` the creek. Specific design and location
� °� 'ti�w 's-� ��" ' ~,. ` shall be sensitive to adjacent uses and the
`�-°'�` K�: �, �I��..�� '�_ creek environment. Special emphasis on
� �`'`� ; „ �'
`,�` ,}� ``.,''�A�a i.�wr HArs 3.4, 4.2.
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r .�\ S .
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��.:.�+. f`�� ��a �r'��'� ��14--;--
NOTE: The Urban Design Guide Plan includes additional design detail that is to be used in.
conjunction with the Vail Village Master Plan sub-area concepts.
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TRANSPORTATION CENTER (#4�
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,� ; , -
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ROOF P4RKING YAIl ' � '�1� �j1�1 • l �1 ■ � ������ �� � �
� � ,�:�..��� TR iVOR7A ON� � `� , = A
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}�'( . � ir� .
The only existing facility within this sub-area is the Vail Village Transportation Center
(TRC). The TRC serves as the transportation hub of the Village and the entire community.
There is potential for future expansion of the parking structure eastward along with other
ancillary development potential... Foremost among these is development over the
expansion of the parking structure.
The primary purpose of this sub-area is to provide parking for the entire Village area. The
priority of any expansion to this facility shou�d be to maximize the amount: of additional
public parking available at this site. An important consideration in future expansion of the
TRC is the view corridors as depicted in the Building Height Profile.
#4-1 TRC Expansion (Complete)
This site has long been considered the logical
location for future expansions to the Vail
Transportation Structure. Any expansion
should maximize the number of additional
public parking spaces. There is a potential for a
one to two story structure over the parking
expansion to accommodate some type of public
purpose facility. Special emphasis on 3.1, 3.2,
5.1, 5.3, 5.4.
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EAST MEADOW DRIVE SUB-AREA (#5�
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Two of the three properties within the East Meadow Drive sub-area are developed
substantially over the densities permitted under existing zoning. In the most extreme case,
the Mountain Haus is developed to over 150 units per acre with a GRFAR of 3.9.' Other sub-
areas in the Village average .75. Given existing levels of development and the site
characteristics of each of these parcels, there is little potential development remaining within
this sub-area. Additional pedestrian improvements should be pursued along East Meadow
Drive and Vail Valley Drive. The Village Streamwalk was constructed through this sub-area
in 1988. This addition to the pedestrian network has provided access to Gore Creek as well
as linked this sub-area to other Village sub-areas to the east and the west.
#5-1 Villape Streamwalk (Complete)
Development of a portion of the Village
Streamwalk along Gore Creek between Bridge
Street and Ford Park. Seating areas and/or a
small pocket park adjacent to the creek have
been developed in conjunction with this
walkway. Special emphasis on 3.4, 4.2.
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EAST GORE CREEK SUB AREA (#6�
_
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A number of the earliest projects developed in Vail are located in the East Gore Creek
Sub-Area. Development in this area is exclusively multi-family condominium projects with a
very limited amount of support commercial. Surface parking is found at each site, which
creates a very dominant visual impression of the sub-area.
While the level of development in East Gore Creek is generally greater than that allowed
under existing zoning, this area has the potential to absorb density without compromising
the character of the Village. This development could be accommodated by partial infill of
existing parking areas balanced by greenspace additions or through increasing the height
of existing buildings (generally one story over existing heights). In order to maintain the
architectural continuity of projects, additional density should be considered only in
conjunction with the comprehensive redevelopment of projects.
Clearly, one of the main objectives to consider in the redevelopment of any property should
be to improve existing parking facilities. This includes satisfying parking demands for
existing and additional development, as well as design considerations relative to
redevelopment proposals. The opportunity to introduce below grade structured parking will
greatly improve pedestrianization and landscape features in this area.! This should be
considered a goal of any redevelopment proposal in this sub-area. Development or
redevelopment of this sub-area will attract additional traffic and population into this area
and may have significant impacts upon portions of Sub-Areas 7 and 10.
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�� � ��" '�-�- � }��` #6-1 Residential Infill
, l, �:,���_ ,` , ��' Additional floor or residential
_. �����,�.� NY°��.�
� R-Q .�� development over what is existing.
�-� ''`` ; - �:.�_-.� Additional density to be considered
• -�;.:-- � _4 3 �r �
� , � ^;;-�.�....��,-- only in conjunctionwith a
` �� - comprehensive redevelopment of
- `•�,_`
��� j��� each project. A key factor in the
-- -9 ;� redevelopment of these properties will
.R
� ' �;� ' be to relocate required parking in
`' under round structures. This will
� ' - g
� - �`� ,-. - allow for increased landscaping and
��,� � �t;. r f , � , � overall improvements to pedestrian
'�� ��'��� � �_ , �`��. ;, `! '', °, 1 ,``�- 't��, ways in this area. In all cases, the
�� �• r�RAkl f10R
� � .. " ?•«�- , , ' __- -� � mature pines along Gore Creek shall
' 7-5 j 1,� --'f�_�
�����;;` � � �� -�- �.,.�-,��� be maintained. Stream impact must
:�H `�-�:�f }:� - :���. _• � � �._,: be considered. Special emphasis on
� . � "-` -- '�� 1.2, 2.3, 2.6, 3.1, 5.1, 6.2.
- �c::�� �;•.
' ,�'�' �� �`:_a_ e;,,\ ,� #6-2 Manor Vail
� -�"!, f -`�� Possible residential infi�l on portions
�{
� � of existing surface parking area and
. � ��`_ _
�'' additional floor to the two northern
�;'�' most buildings adjacent to Gore
� - � � _,� . ��� Creek. Infill project must include
- . . � addition of greenspace adjacent to
f r � �j'�--� �_���:�., � East Mill Creek and other adjoining
_ ,-, L�' � -3�•`- r�' `l, �, � pedestrian areas. Height of structure
� � ��R"°" �. � shall be limited to prevent impacts on
S � . t YRiL s
,r�f; � '�� �`~ 1 1 . view to the Gore Range from Village
ouar� � 1
+ �, ti '��, ��=° core and Vail Valley Drive. Present
-s,� � `� . �: and future parking demand to be met
��J��� � ' __-sy��. on site. Traffic considerations must be
`' � � � y ! } addressed. Special emphasis on 1.2,
� � �- �Ahpq y 2.3, 2.6, 3.1, 4.1, 5.1, 6.1.
��_.... ��' ` ._ ^
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GORE RANGE VIEW FROM VAIL VALLEY DRIVE
OVER MANOR VAIL
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EAST VILLAGE, SUB-AREA (#7�
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The East Village sub-area is comprised almost exclusively of residential/lodging and
condominium development. The sub-area separates the commercial activity of the Village
Core on the west with the Golden Peak Ski Base/Recreation area on the east. While there is
vehicular traffic through the sub-area, Hanson Ranch Road, Gore Creek Drive, and Vail
Valley Drive also accommodate a great deal of pedestrian and bicycle traffic. The most
important public improvements in this sub-area relate to pedestrian and bicycle safety. The
public right-of--way; should be maintained and expanded for public use whenever possible
There are locations throughout the sub-area that have the potential to accommodate small
residential/lodging infill development. A number of the parcels identified: for infill
development are now used for surface parking. A key objective for any infill development is
to replace existing surFace parking with buildings and landscape/site improvements. The
parking lost by the development of the site, as well as the new parking required, for the
additional development must be accommodated on site.
With the exception of one parcel, there are no significant development rights remaining in
this sub-area. Existing development levels range from 22 to 80 units per acre with an
average GRFAR of .92. The likelihood of an infill development proposal being approved will
be based on the project's ability to satisfy the goals, objectives and policies of this plan and
other zoning and development standards. Development or redevelopment of this sub area
will attract additional traffic and population into this area and may have significant impacts
upon portions of sub-areas 6 and 10.
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`��"'�'�'��� C f` ' �'r�F'�;: #7-1 Christiania/VA Stud,v Area Presently
rowxNOUSPa �� � �` zoned for �OC� Ill
�,��,�� }� ,�" ,. , g' g, this parcel currently
- _ ; �ti,� � c�4 provides parking for the Christiania Lodge
THE¢Qp$-�'�.
`,�t°a,�BT ; 7�.3``" and Vail Associates. Issues to be
; '�'�}� �`tiY�� , S addressed in the development of this
�, y,, �A�S�`
7-1 ,�� � property include covenants restricting the
. '� � �,�'I��:'�t�
�'b�—� '�� � Trvou�ooa� ` USe Of t�IIS property t0 parking,
% '�- ., --.>, i,-= ' � accommodation of existing parking as well
YdRISTIANIA� � { �
'� -_ �,��-, �--ti-,, _ � �_� as demand created by new development
�., }` i ` :�-�1„„T��--�-y_r�� and a formally adopted view corridor,
�� ��,; � k--- °. . � ,, � looking toward the Gore Range. Public
�" - -:r� purpose uses that may be appropriate for
� ���� ` ' _ this site include park/open space and/or a
��`~'�'`'��° � I , r.rv � �%r'.�\� central loading and delivery facility for the
Village core.
#7-2 Tivoli Lodqe Infill (Complete�
Small lodging infill over parking area off of
the existing lodge. Mass of building to
"step down" from existing structure. A key
issue related to this potential development
is accommodating on-site parking for new
demand created and the spaces lost by
the infill of the existing lot.
f #7-3 Vail Va�ley Drive Sidewalk
, ` :�� - A sidewalk (separated from the road
�°R`"�E" . _ - where possible) through the sub-area
�r
�� t'�`" - linking the Golden Peak Base facility with
' '<<�.: - the Vail Transportation Center.
M
f �;: �f �� �y � 'l Landscape improvements and pedestrian
�M� ``�� ��. ';�--�; '�;� crosswalk s to be included as required to
. � ����� ,��;����,_ ' , `� ' meet demands of pedestrian traffic.
a �j'J",��(�'�y,�j�� { � ���s`�xoA�."y''�z ,___;- Special emphasis on 3.1, 3.4.
. �l '�.�!/� �" �`� ALl SEAS
1�''��.��� ��;�� �.,� `��-_��- #7-4 Parkinq Lot Infill,
*�°����°°� � � � f ��", Presently utilized as parking for adjacent
� ``_��'� - ��`�,...,�; _y��
� ff properties. While zoned for parking
x�, �n�=� �� (covenant restrictions also limit use of this
� � �...��
parcel to parking), this site could
accommodate a small lodge. Practical
difficulties in developing this site include
the covenant restrictions and maintaining
on-site parking for existing and future
demand. Possible public uses for this site
include pedestrian and bus circulation
improvements. Special emphasis on 2.1,
2.3, 2.6, 3.1, 5.3, 5.4.
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#7-5 All Seasons
Residential infill over existing surFace
- ~~ q -, parking area. Additional development
- ,.�6��� `� ' � should maintain setbacks and landscaping
on east and south property line. Massing
- y'� of new development should "step down"
;'� rs���-'��.��,_,:� ,�, from the existing condominiums.
'k 'r�`�., �;�` ��, � �- - f `. Constraints to this development include
k �
'. ,tti, � ` _+, 14= .�} ', zr.,,,:, '+ ' covenant restrictions limiting use of
� —� , l �� " � 4 � + ����fA=e � property to parking and providing on-site
�, jAAM!HOAl��' r , ,_.� , � , , ,
, ; �k1���� ; `�ti _� w=� parking for the existing demand and new
��� �`.,� �, �_� �- �—� `1'�� development. Special emphasis on 1.2,
� ° ,��`,r , �,.:.: `'� � 2.1, 2.3, 2.6, 3.1.
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� =-- �,,
� -- . : , , �_� - story residential addition to existing
structure. Sidewalk as found in Sub-Area
7-3 shall be part of improvements.
NOTE: The Urban Design Guide Plan includes additional design detail that is to
be used in conjunction with the Vail Village Master Plan sub-area concepts.
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MILL CREEK SUB-AREA (#8�
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Existing development within the Mill Creek Sub-Area consists entirely of single family and
duplex residential dwellings. Located between the Village core and the Golden Peak base
area, this sub-area affords excellent accessibility throughout the Village. This plan does not
suggest any changes for this sub-area.
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EAST FRONTAGE ROAD SUB-AREA (#9�
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The East Frontage Road Sub-Area is comprised of condominium and time share residential
development. This sub-area is unique in that its access is directly off of the Frontage Road,
causing little vehicular impact on other areas of the Village. Large areas of surface parking
within the sub-area provide the opportunity for additional residential infill development.
Given proper attention to design considerations, this sub-area could provide additional
density within close proximity to the Village core. At the present time, the sub-area is
separated from the Village core by Gore Creek. This sub-area has a pedestrian connection
with the Village and Ford Park-via the Village Streamwalk. A sidewalk along the Frontage
Road should be constructed to improve pedestrian safety and further connect the Village
parking structure to Ford Park. The area between buildings and Gore Creek must be
improved to enhance natural environment.
#9-1 Parkinq Lot Infill
Residential infill over existing surface parking.
Height of building to be limited so as to not
impede view corridors from the frontage road
(and Interstate 70) to the Village and Vail
Mountain. Mass of buildings to step back from
the Frontage Road to prevent sun/shade
impacts on the road. Satisfying parking
demand on site will necessitate structured
parking. A substantial landscape buffer shall be
provided between any new development and
the Frontage Road without jeopardizing future
frontage road improvements. Special emphasis
on 1.2, 2.3, 2.6, 3.1, 3.4, 5.4, 6.1.
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GOLDEN PEAK SKI BASE SUB-AREA (#10�
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The Golden Peak Ski Base Sub-Area has traditionally served as a recreational activity
center throughout the year. The Golden Peak Ski Base facility provides one of four
access portals to Vail Mountain during the winter months, and accommodates a number
of the Town's recreation programs during the summer. In 1983, Vail Associates received
approval for the redevelopment of this facility and in 1988, completed the Children's Ski
Center. The further redevelopment of this area will serve to reinforce its role as a major
ski base and recreational activity center for the entire community. Development or
redevelopment of this sub-area will attract additional traffic and population into this area
and may have significant impacts upon portions of Sub-Areas 6 and 7.
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f��; . ��'�-- � l� #10-1 Golden Peak Ski Base
� r �` '"' � ^- Redevelopment of the Golden Peak base
'r-�' �, � ;~
j __.�' �� ��'�, ��--"� , �,��,, � facility shall be low profile (2-3 stories) to
`; `, � `; `,` ' 4, Tr•,T,,> ' 'ti +`" minimize impacts on views to Vail
� 3 4 � 4 C:OLIR'�. � �
� `�Y_s.-� � , t , � ;, � Mountain. Tennis courts impacted by the
`� "�{�"S°"��' r i `�M1� -�-�� � �ti redevelopment shall be relocated in the
�' - �-5 �=��``� area (or in Ford Park). Commercial
�;� `�:�~' ^�� � ' activity at this site should be limited to "ski
��'°. � �` � �.
- base/recreational" uses. Additional
�.�� ��_, -�
l � parking for any facilities to be provided on
��, `�, �`, site. Existing covenant restrictions in this
�G1� �,'� �'�. '•, sub-area would need to be addressed to
_��`
'�� allow for development. Pedestrian
�F� �,�- improvements, such as sidewalks, are
< Q-� � �� ', important to connect this sub-area to Ford
' Park and the soccer field. Special
'� �- ',� '' emphasis on 1.2, 2.1, 2.3, 2.6, 3.4, 4.1,
- :�,' _ '��-` - ;�
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FRONT DOOR SUB-AREA (#11�
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The Front Door sub-area plays a critical role in the interface between the ski mountain and
the fabric of Vail Village. As the premier guest portal to Vail Mountain, the Front Door area
should reflect in both use and design the world-class stature of the Vail resort and
community.
The goals for development in this sub-area are as follows:
• To provide for a year-round, worid-class guest experience at the interface between
Vail Village and the ski mountain.
• To provide new and improved guest service facilities at the top of Bridge Street that
will not only improve the quality of the entire guest experience, but will increase
evening guest retention in Vail Village.
• Provide for new below-grade loading and delivery facilities to better serve the Front
Door and upper Bridge Street areas, consistent with the overall "dispersed quadrant"
approach of the Vail loading and delivery master plan.
• To provide a venue for outdoor cultural/art and sporting events and other similar
special community events.
• Provide for the removal of surface vehicular traffic and parking that currently occurs
within the sub-area.
• To provide for limited (6-10 dwelling units/acre) medium density residential
development.
• With the exception of development that may be approved within Sub-Area Concepts
11-1 and 11-2, the balance of the Front Door Sub-Area should remain in a
predominantly undeveloped, open space condition.
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The Front Door Sub-area includes two Sub-Area Concepts. Please refer to the Vail Village
Master Plan Action Plan for a graphic depiction of these concepts.
# 11-1 Lodge Exchanqe Parcel
Limited development of this site provides an opportunity to consolidate and/or remove
existing uses and in doing so improve the visual quality of this area. Medium density
residential development and associated uses respecting and complimenting the adjacent
Lodge at Vail, Lodge Tower, and Vista Bahn ski yard are appropriate. Most parking except
temporary guest arrival spaces should be located below grade. Existing mountain and
USFS access should be maintained and if feasible placed below grade throughout the
parcel. To the extent feasible, service and delivery facilities, including existing service and
delivery facilities for the Lodge Tower, the Lodge at Vail, and surrounding commercial uses
should be located below grade. A pedestrian/bicycle connection between Willow Circle/Vail
Road and the Vista Bahn ski yard should be retained. Development of this sub-area will
attract additional traffic and population to this area and may have significant impacts on sub
area 1-12 (Willow Circle).
# 11-2 The Vista Bahn Park
Redevelopment of ski yard should improve and emphasize the connection between the
Vista Bahn lift area (the mountain) and the lower skier plaza area (the village). Opportunities
exist to re-grade the ski yard to improve access and usefulness of the site. Existing modular
ski storage structures in the ski yard should be replaced with new skier/guest service
facilities to improve year-round use of the area and to encourage summer season usage. If
developed, the scale of a skier/guest service building should be limited to one-story as
viewed from the skier plaza area.
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FORD PARK
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Ford Park is the major municipal recreational amenity for the Vail Village area. With the
completion of millions of dollars worth of improvements to the lower bench of Ford Park in
recent yars, the park contains a wide variety of both active and passive recreational
opportunities. Beginning in 1990, Ford Park will serve as the major tennis center for Vail.
The park has also been used in recent years to accommodate overFlow skier and local
parking needs.
With the Vail Mountain Master Plan indicating most major mountain expansion to be located
on the eastern side of Vail Mountain, it is only natural that Ford Park be studied as a site for
additional skier related parking. This has been indicated on the Parking and Circulation
Plan as well as Action Step #5 under Goal #5. A major improvement in the access to Ford
Park was completed in 1988—the Village Streamwalk from the Covered Bridge to the park.
Additional pedestrian improvements are called for along Frontage Road and Vail Valley
Drive (See Parking and Circulation Plan). The Ford Park Master Plan (an element of the
Vail Comprehensive Plan) includes the possibility of an aquatic center located on the upper
bench of the park as well as additional tennis court facilities.
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VIII. IMPLEMENTATION AND AMENDMENT
A. Implementation
The Vail Village Master Plan, once adopted, will become a part of the Vail
Comprehensive Plan, which, in its entirety, will serve to guide growth within the Town
of Vail for the next fifteen years. The Vail Village Master Plan is not intended be
regulatory in nature, but is intended to provide a general framework to guide decision
making. Specific implementation measures should be undertaken to assure that the
intent of the Plan is carried forward throughout the life of the Plan. Such measures
should include changes to ordinances and regulations or policies adopted by the
Town. These measures should also include developing a system by which the plan
may be continuously monitored and periodically amended. This is important because
the planning process is one of continuous evolution with data, public opinion, and
market forces changing over time. The following are some more specific ways that
the Vail Village Master Plan might be .implemented:
1. The creation of an overlay zone district for the area covered by the
Master Plan.
2. The adoption of an impact fee system to provide for improvements in the
Town's service infrastructure to accommodate additional development in
the area covered by the Vail Village Master Plan.
3. The initiation and completion of the Vail Village Streetscape
Improvement Plan.
4. The inclusion of public improvement projects discussed and outlined in
the Plan in the Capital Improvement Program of the Town of Vail, and
the Real Estate Transfer Tax improvement program for parks and open
space of the Town of Vail.
B. Plan Review
Within one year after its 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.
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C. Adoption, Extensions and Amendments
In accordance with Section 2.24.060 of the Municipal Code of the Town of Vail, this
clan shall be adopted by the Planning and Environmental Commission of the Town of
Vail and approved by the Town Council. The Planning and Environmental
Commission may adopt extensions, additions, or amendments to the Plan for
approval by the Town council. Before the adoption of the Plan, of any such
amendment, extension, or addition, the Planning commission shall hold at least one
public hearing, thereon, notice of the time and place of which shall be given byone
publication in a newspaper of general circulation in the Town of Vail no later then
seven days prior to the date set for the public hearing. The adoption of the Plan shall
be by motion of the Planning and Environmental Commission recommending
approval of the Plan by the Town council.
Approval of the Plan or any amendment, extension, or adoption thereto shall be by a
resolution of the Town Council at a regular or special public meeting.
D. Documentation of Protect Completion
Upon project completion, the Master Plan shall be updated as appropriate by the
Community Development staff. This administrative updating will not require the
amendment process. Project completion in a particular sub-area may warrant a
review of other affected sub-areas. Such a review shall follow procedures' as found
under Plan Review in Section B above.
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APPENDIX A
VAIL VILLAGE MASTER PLAN
LAND USE ANALYSIS BY SUB-AREAS
APRX APRX
NET UNITS RETAIL UNBLT UNBLT
PARCEL ACREAGE SQ FT GRFA GRFAR D.U.'s A.U.'s UNITS ACRES SQ FT UNITS SQ FT
Mixed Use Sub-Area#1:
(A.U.'s)
Vail Village Inn 3.46 150718 74364 0.49 49 69 83.5 24.1 44361 148 45636
Sonnenalp-
(Bav/Sui) 2.81 122491 0 0 139 69.5 24.7 6906 0 0
(Austria) 0.55 23958 30115 1.26 0 38 19 34.5 2600 0 0
Talisman 0.51 22172 0 16 0 16 31.4 0 0 0
Crossroads
West 1.86 80978 24114 0.3 22 0 22 11.8 40531 0 0
Crossroads
East 0.81 35066 0 0 0 0 0 0 see above 0 0
Village Center 1_5 65296 65038 1 72 0 72 48 14127 0 0
Totals 11.5 500679 193631 0.43 159 246 282 25 108525 148 45636
Willow Circle Sub-Area#2:
Bishop Park 0.708 30840 21480 0.7 13 0 13 18.36 0 0 0
(D.U.'s)
Lot 9 0.316 13765 2000 0.15 1 0 1 3.16 0 8 8259
Willows 0.484 21083 16236 0.77 29 0 29 59.92 0 0 0
Riva Ridge
North 0.274 11935 13127 1.1 10 0 10 36.5 0 0 0
Riva Ridge
South 0.352 15333 19824 1.29 18 0 18 51.14 0 0 0
Summer's
Lodge 0.323 14070 8442 0.6 4 0 4 12.38 0 0 0
Edelweiss 0.363 15812 20970 1.33 20 0 20 55.1 0 0 0
River House 0.377 16422 13341 0.81 10 0 10 26.53 0 0 0
Totals 3.197 139216 115420 0.84 105 0 105 32.89 0 8 8259
*FIGURES ARE NOT OFFICIAL AND ARE NOT TO BE USED FOR ZONING OR DEVELOPMENT PURPOSES
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LAND USE ANALYSIS BY SUB-AREAS - PAGE 2
APRX APRX
NET UNITS RETAIL UNBLT UNBLT
PARCEL ACREAGE SQ FT GRFA GRFAR D.U.'s A.U.'s UNITS ACRES SQ FT UNITS SQ FT
CCI Sub-Area#3
Plaza Lodge 0.295 12,850 10,240 0.8 7 7 10.5 35.59 14,000 0 0
Hill Building 0.195 8,494 5,856 0.69 0.1 0 1 5.13 8,056 3 544
Golden Peak 0.159 6,926 9,154 1.32 20 6 23 144.65 6,581 0 0
House
A&D Building 0.169 7,362 5,888 0.8 3 0 3 17.75 4,630 0 0
Wall Street Bldg 0.168 7,318 4,729 0.65 8 0 8 47.62 7,371 0 0
Gallery Bldg 0.073 3,158 2,170 0.69 1 0 1 13.79 5,247 0 358
Slifer Bldg 0.073 3167 0 0 0 0 0 0 638 1 2,534
McBridge Bldg 0.175 7,610 0 0 0 0 0 0 22,640 4 6088
Covered Bridge 0.107 4,674 0 0 0 0 0 0 8,803 2 3,740
Gastof Grams. 0.37 16,117 13,201 0.82 6 22 17 45.95 14,011 0 0
Casino Bldg 0.175 7,623 4,336 0.57 3 0 3 17.14 3,749 1 1,762
Cyrano's 0.107 4,652 0 0 0 0 0 0 5,434 2 3,722
Red Lion Bldg 0.32 13,939 4,971 0.36 2 0 2 6.25 13,643 8 6,220
Rucksack 0.096 4,199 2,147 0.51 2 0 2 20.75 4,528 0 1,214
One Vail Place 0.464 20,229 9,144 0.45 5 0 5 10.77 2,691 6 7,040
(A.U.'s)
Lodge at Vail 2.707 117,917 64,134 0.54 59 62 90 33.25 17,982 34 30,200
Lodge So. Tower 0.335 14,593 57,526 3.94 42 0 42 125.37 0 0 0
Sitzmark Lodge 0.403 17,542 14,200 0.81 1 35 18.5 45.94 11,929 0 0
Bell Tower 0.138 6,011 3,883 0.65 3 0 3 21.74 6,950 0 925
Gore Creek Plaza 0.173 7,536 5,147 0.68 5 0 5 28.9 7,146 0 881
Creekside 0.234 10,193 5,117 0.5 4 0 4 17.09 9,136 1 3,038
Mill Creek Court 0.224 9,757 10,434 1.07 13 0 13 58.04 3,553 0 0
Fitz. Scott Bldg 0.032 1,411 0 0 0 0 0 0 900 0 0
Totals 7.192 313,279 232277 0.69 185 132 251 30.25 179618 45 68,266
* FIGURES ARE NOT OFFICIAL AND ARE NOT TO BE USED FOR. ZONING OR DEVELOPMENT PURPOSES.
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VAIL VILLAGE MASTER PLAN
LAND USE ANALYSIS BY SUB-AREAS - PAGE 3
APRX APRX
ACREA NET UNITS RETAIL UNBLT UNBLT
PARCEL GE SQ FT GRFA GRFAR D.U.'s A.U.'s UNITS ACRES SQ FT UNITS SQ FT
East Meadow Drive Sub-Area#4
Mountain Haus 0.49 21,344 84,256 3.95 75 0 75 153.1 4,345 0 0
Athletic Club 0.61 26,572 20,783 0.78 7 24 19 31.15 3,618 0 0
Cornice Bidg. 0.084 3,659 1 0 4 0 4 47.62 0 0 600
Totals 1.184 51,575 105,040 1.58 86 24 32.7 77.3 7,963 0 600
Vail Transportation Center#5
Parking Structure 5.787 252,082 0 0 0 0 0 0 500 0 0
Totals 5.787 252,082 0 0 0 0 0 0 500 0 0
East Villaqe Sub-Area#6
(A.U.'s)
Lot J/P-3 0.475 20,691 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 22 12,414
Christiania/Chat. 0.478 20,822 24,247 1.16 10 25 22.5 47.07 1,000 0 0
Lee Ward Res. 0.18 7,841 6,391 0.82 1 0 1 5.56 0 0 0
Tivoli Lodge 0.41 17,860 18,268 0.77 1 38 20 48.78 0 0 398
Villa Valhala 0.182 7,928 15,058 1.9 12 0 12 65.93 0 0 6,092
Vorlalufer 0.287 12,502 30,224 2.42 23 0 23 80.14 0 0 0
Ramshorn 0.53 23,087 18,573 0.8 10 22 21 39.62 0 0 0
Garden of Gods CI. 0.51 22,216 15,071 0.68 3 17 12 22.55 0 0 0
All Season 1.179 51,357 31,808 0.62 38 0 38 32.23 0 0 0
Lot P-2 0.455 19,820 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Totals 4.686 204,122 159,640 0.92 98 102 149 34.19 1,000 0 18,904
*FIGURES ARE NOT OFFICIAL AND ARE NOT TO BE USED FOR ZONING OR DEVELOPMENT PURPOSES.
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VAIL VILLAGE MASTER PLAN
LAND USE ANALYSIS BY SUB-AREAS -- PAGE 4
APRX APRX
ACREA NET UNITS RETAIL UNBLT UNBLT
PARCEL GE SQ FT GRFA GRFAR D.U.'s A.U.'s UNITS ACRES SQ FT UNITS SQ FT
Golden Peak Sub-Area#7
(D.U.'s)
Golden Peak Base 40 1,742,400 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 6 14,600
Totals 40 1,742,400 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 6 14,600
Mill Creek Court Sub-Area#8
(D.U.'s)
P/S Lots (19) 6.575 286,407 n/a n/a 23 0 26 3.95 0 12 n/a
Totals 6.575 286,407 n/a n/a 23 0 26 3.95 0 12 n/a
East Gore Creek Sub-Area#9
(D.U.'s)
Vail Trails East 0.458 19,950 22,133 1.11 25 0 25 54.59 0 0 0
Vail Trail Chalet 0.444 19,341 18,903 0.98 22 0 22 49.55 0 0 0
Texas Townhomes 0.446 19,428 17,050 0.88 14 0 14 31.39 0 0 0
Manor Vail 5.441 237,010 114,910 0.48 123 0 123 22.61 4,200 13 27,295
Totals 6.789 295,729 172,996 0.86 184 0 184 39.53 4,200 13 27,295
*FIGURES ARE NOT OFFICIAL AND ARE NOT TO BE USED FOR ZONING OR DEVELOPMENT PURPOSES.
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VAIL VILLAGE MASTER PLAN
LAND USE ANALYSIS BY SUB-AREAS - PAGE 5
APRX APRX
NET UNITS RETAIL UNBLT UNBLT
PARCEL ACREAGE SQ FT GRFA GRFAR D.U.'s A.U.'s UNITS ACRES SQ FT UNITS SQ FT
East Frontaqe Road Sub-Area#10
Tyrolean Inn 0.368 16,030 11,171 0.7 10 0 10 27.17 4,000 0 0
The Wren 1.37 59,677 37,558 0.63 50 0 50 36.5 0 0 0
Apollo Park 2.849 124,102 46,756 0.38 89 0 89 31.24 0 0 27,417
Totals 4.587 199,810 95,485 0.57 149 0 149 31.64 4,000 0 27,417
GRAND 91.49 3,985,344 1,074,489 0.72 969 504 1,179.00 31.68 305,806 169 210,977
TOTALS:
NOTES:
1) GRFAR refers to floor area ratio when calculated with gross residential floor area as opposed to gross floor area.
2) Retail square footage is gross square footage of retail and restaurant space (does not inciude professional or business
offices).
3) Net units reflect approximate unbuilt units and conversion of A.U.'s at .5 units.
4) Approved/unbuilt units may be developed at either A.U.'s or D.U.'s, except where noted otherwise.
*FIGURES ARE NOT OFFICIAL AND ARE NOT TO BE USED FOR ZONING OR DEVELOPMENT PURPOSES.
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