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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 10/19/17 PUBLIC HEARING October 19, 2017 Present: Jillian Ryan Chairman Kathy Chandler-Henry Commissioner Jeanne McQueeney Commissioner Bryan Treu Interim County Manager Beth Oliver Interim County Attorney Kathy Scriver Deputy Clerk to the Board This being a scheduled Public Hearing,the following items were presented to the Board of County Commissioners for their consideration: Commissioner Updates Commissioner McQueeney spoke about a meeting she recently attended concerning what was happening at the Eagle River Trailer Park. Carbon monoxide and smoke detectors were just installed and one of the carbon monoxide monitors alerted a family. The family was evacuated,a leak was found in the stove, and Habitat was working to resolve the problem. She acknowledged the work being done by local groups to support this community in making it safe. Chairman Ryan reminded everyone that their ballots would be in their mailboxes this week. Chairman Ryan spoke about health care and believed the situation seemed to be deteriorating. The board would be meeting with the Division of Insurance today and would be provided with information on rates for the year 2018. The Public Health Department was partnering with Mountain Family Health Centers to build a health center in Edwards. The center would serve anyone in the community whether they had insurance or not. She stated that the county commissioners were doing all that they could and encouraged people to call their federal representatives and tell them the health care system needed fixing. Consent Agenda 1. Resolution 2017-068 Approving PDA-6408 Roundup River Ranch PUD Amendment Kris Valdez,Planning Department 2. Agreement between Eagle County and Ultimate Specialties LLC Mandi Nolan, Solid Waste&Recycling Commissioner Chandler-Henry moved to approve the Consent Agenda for October 19,2017, as presented. Commissioner McQueeney seconded the motion. The vote was declared unanimous. Constituent Input Chairman Ryan opened constituent input. Doris Dewton spoke as a private citizen. She was running for election for Trustee of Colorado Mountain College(CMC)and was part of group of CMC supporters who were asking for support from communities, commissioners, chambers of commerce, and partnerships for support of ballot issue 4B. 4B was not a proposal for a tax increase,rather it was a ballot issue that would prevent a ratchet affect from the Gallagher Amendment that would decrease the amount of taxes CMC got from residential property assessments. She hoped the public would 1 10/19/2017 take the time to consider the issue and support 4B. The funds were critical as there was an increase in demands on the college. Chairman Ryan closed constituent input. Planning File 1. 6 West Apartments PUD Amendment/Zone Change and 1041 File No./Process: PDA-7022,ZC-7023, 1041-7024 Amendment of a Planned Unit Development Project Name: 6 West PUD Amendment Location: 32530 Highway 6(West Edwards) Owner: Gore Creek Partners, LLC Applicant: Gore Creek Partners,LLC Representative: Dominic Mauriello,MPG Staff Planner: Sean Hanagan Staff Engineer: Richard Davies Note: Tabled from October 3, 2017 DISCUSSION: Mr. Hanagen stated that at the last meeting during their deliberations,the board expressed concerns about the 10-year tax exemption. Since that time,the applicant has proposed a revised housing plan and was no longer pursuing a request for a tax exemption. Tori Franks explained that the applicant had reduced its proposed deed dedicated and restricted residential occupied housing from 120 units to 84 units (rental units). This project still exceeded the Housing Guidelines and was eligible for Eagle County Housing Authority(ECHDA)participation. The partnership that included the property tax exemption was taken off the table. The project would be providing workforce housing units and a water conservation measure in the PUD Guide. It was an interesting partnership that benefited a couple of entities. The agreement was between the owner of the development and the ECHDA. The county would dedicate 100%of the dedication requirement for the project prior to final plat. The owner would pay the value of the water rights, $320,000,to the ECHDA. The loan was subordinate to the development and the owner's primary financing.In the subordinate water loan,the ECHDA would require quarterly financial occupancy and rental rates and reporting. The loan term was 15 years and would become immediately due upon sale,transfer, or refinance. The interest was based on a percentage of the appreciation. The loan repayment would include loan principal plus pro rata share of recognized appreciation, if any,based on the percentage of the loan to the original project value. Commissioner Chandler-Henry believed the idea of using water in a similar fashion to the down payment assistance as a revolving loan fund was an interesting concept. This was a creative approach. Ms. Franks believed the approach had been a good experience. Dominic Mauriello,Mauriello Planning Group, spoke. He reviewed the model and the proposed changes. He appreciated the deviations and density being granted to the property owner to make the project happen. He spoke about the water conservation efforts in the PUD guide. These efforts ensured that the irrigation system would function in accordance with a water budget. In terms of traffic,they had worked closely with CDOT and county staff. It was estimated that the project would produce 780 daily trips; certain lane improvements would be required for the project. A right-in/right-out access existed on Highway 6. Commissioner McQueeney questioned the school bus traffic and use of the alternative road for school bus stops. Mr.Mauriello believed there would be an opportunity for buses to flow through the property. Mr.Hanagan stated that Ben Gerdes, County Engineer,had been in discussion with the School District and reviewing other ways to protect the students while not stopping traffic. Commissioner Chandler-Henry asked about the 1041 file and the geological survey. She wanted to know if any concerns had been satisfied. 2 10/19/2017 Mr.Mauriello stated that the applicant had been working closely with Colorado Geological Survey(CGS) and had an expert on board. The applicant believed they had satisfied all of their comments. Mr.Hanagan indicated that staff and engineering were satisfied with the recommendations. Commissioner Chandler-Henry asked about the 1041 standards. She wondered about the fifth standard that identified the project as being financially feasible. Stephen Spessard with Gore Creek Partners indicated that the construction costs came in higher than anticipated, and they were working with their construction company to get those costs down. It was tough to make the numbers work,but the goal was to get the project approved and moving forward. They hoped to get the project underway and the units filled by late 2018. Commissioner Chandler-Henry stated that she appreciated the efforts and understood the need for affordable housing. Chairman Ryan opened public comment. Mike Reisinger,representing Berry Creek Metro District spoke. He wished to clarify that the district supported employee housing in the Edwards community area. They sent a letter on October 2 with comments they believed were important. They believed the highway should be improved before the project moved forward. They were also concerned with the Fox Hollow entrance. They believed it was important to consider that the Water District was planning for 21 units on the north side of the highway. And lastly,there would be 59 fewer parking spots in the development that were required by the county at this location. Although they understood the need for employee housing,the parking was inadequate. Vickie Sifers,resident of the area spoke. She expressed concern that there would be only one access. She supported development as rental units were desperately needed in the county. She supported the project. Joanne Rock spoke. She believed the 120 units should be clearly identified and wondered if the development accepted Section 8 housing vouchers. She suggested that onsite childcare be considered. Claire Noble spoke. She spoke about the school bus issue. Her kids rode the bus on Highway 6. She stated that the School District could not set policy as to whether or not buses extended their stop signs or not while picking up kids. It was State law. Traffic was required to stop in both directions. She suggested that people take an alternative route during those times. Chairman Ryan closed public comment. Chairman Ryan asked about the current review of the land use codes and whether the parking standards would be changed. Ms. Oliver stated that specific changes had been discussed,but it was still under deliberation. There had been discussion that the standards may be more compatible with the types of developments that were being proposed currently. Mr.Mauriello stated that the county had the highest requirements for parking. They researched the parking standards, and their numbers were consistent with other developments in the area. Mr. Spessard stated that his group developed student off-campus university housing, and they were very comfortable with the proposed parking plan. Commissioner McQueeney commented on the parking and stated that she was comfortable with what was being proposed. She was much more comfortable with the project as it was being proposed today. Commissioner Chandler-Henry stated that the 1041 was critical and regulated what happened to the water. She was excited to see the work to connect land use and water planning. The risk from hazards had been satisfied. She believed the economic need for the project was so great that the county was willing to help work with the applicant to bring this project forward. She believed the standards for the 1041 had been adequately met. Chairman Ryan concurred with the comments made by her fellow commissioners. She approved of the water conservation measures and water budget implementation. She believed the file met the criteria of the 1041. Commissioner Chandler-Henry asked about the suggested conditions on the 1041. Ray Merry,Environmental Health Director, stated that there were a couple clean up items in the PUD Guide,but it wasn't necessary to have any additional conditions on the 1041 condition. Commissioner Chandler-Henry moved to approve the 1041-7024 for 6 West Project with two conditions. Commissioner McQueeney seconded the motion. The vote was declared unanimous. 3 10/19/2017 Commissioner McQueeney reiterated her support for the proposal. There were a number of standards, and she was comfortable with them.The project was straight forward and clear. Commissioner Chandler-Henry believed the project met the preliminary plan and sketch plan. The density was bumped up and the increased traffic was reasonable. Chairman Ryan believed the proposal met the standards of the PUB amendment. Housing was a priority. She liked the public benefits. She encouraged the applicant to continue working with the Housing Department.The PUD amendment met the standards. Ms. Oliver stated that there were eight conditions of approval. Commissioner Chandler-Henry reviewed the conditions. Ms. Oliver stated that one of the changes was condition number seven, and condition number nine was removed. Mr.Mauriello stated that the applicant was comfortable with all of the proposed conditions. Commissioner McQueeney moved to approve File No. PDA-7022 with conditions and/or performance standards if it was determined that certain conditions and/or performance standards were necessary to ensure public,health, safety, and welfare and/or enhances the attunement of the proposal with the immediately adjacent and nearby neighborhood properties and uses; and the proposal was in compliance with both the adopted Eagle County Land Use Regulations and guidelines of the adopted Eagle County Comprehensive Plan(and/or other applicable master plans)the file incorporating staff's findings and conditions. Commissioner Chandler-Henry seconded the motion. The vote was declared unanimous. Chairman Ryan and Commissioner Chandler-Henry believed the proposal met the zone change standards. Commissioner McQueeney moved to approve File No. ZC-7023, incorporating staff's findings and conditions, as the conditional recommendation met the standards for approval of a Zone Change. Commissioner Chandler-Henry seconded the motion. The vote was declared unanimous. o , 1. There being no further business bef. iZt :J. .;:_dd to meeting was . Burned unt' $c o.er 24, 2017. U ` * it cows,' Attest: - Cle ' toe Board <irman 4 10/19/2017