HomeMy Public PortalAboutPlanning Commission Minutes 02-28-24OFFICIAL MINUTES
Planning Commission Meeting 6:30PM
Wednesday, February 28, 2024
Town Hall / Council Chambers - 302 Pine St Minturn, CO
The agenda is subject to change, including the addition of items 24 hours in advance or the deletion of
items at any time. The order of agenda items listed are approximate.
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MEETING ACCESS INFORMATION AND PUBLIC PARTICIPATION:
This will be an in -person meeting with access for the public to attend in person or via the Zoom link
included. Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/m/88464478827
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Please note: All virtual participants are muted. In order to be called upon an unmuted, you will need to
use the "raise hand" feature in the Zoom platform. When it's your turn to speak, the moderator will
unmute your line and you will have five (5) minutes for public comment.
Public Comments: If you are unable to attend, public comments regarding any items on the agenda
can be submitted to Madison Harris, Planner 1, prior to the meeting and will be included as part of the
record.
1. CALL TO ORDER - 6:30 PM
Lynn Teach called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.
2. ROLL CALL AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Those present at roll call: Planning Commission Chair Lynn Teach and Planning Commission
Members Michael Boyd, Tom Priest, and Jeff Armistead.
Staff Members Present: Planning Director Scot Hunn and Planner I Madison Harris.
Note: Sage Pierson and Amanda Mire were excused absent.
3. APPROVAL OF REGULAR AGENDA
Opportunity for amendment or deletions to the agenda.
Motion by Tom P., second by Michael B., to approve the agenda as presented. Motion passed
4-0.
Note: Sage P. and Amanda M. were excused absent.
4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. February 14, 2024
Motion by Michael B., second by Tom P., to approve the minutes of February 14, 2024 as
presented. Motion passed 4-0.
Note: Sage P. and Amanda M. were excused absent.
5. DECLARATION OF CONFLICTS OF INTEREST
No conflicts of interest.
6. PUBLIC COMMENT
Citizens are invited to comment on any item not on the regular Agenda subject to a public
hearing. Please limit your comments to five (5) minutes per person unless arrangements have
been made for a presentation with the Town Planner. Those who are speaking are requested
to state their name and address for the record.
No public comment.
7. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
Presentations are limited to 5 minutes unless prior arrangements are made with the Town
Planner.
8. DESIGN REVIEW AND LAND USE PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. 998 Main St. Lot 3A South Minturn Addition Zone District Amendment
Scot H. introduced the topic. This is a rezoning of Lot 3 of south Minturn Addition. He gave the
history of the property. There has historically been residential and commercial uses on this lot.
This application is being processed concurrently with a Minor Subdivision application. Staff
has found that each of the criteria involved in amending the zoning map there can be found
positive findings: 1) Consistency with Master Plan. Whether and the extent to which the
proposed amendment is consistent with the purposes, goals, policies and Character Area
Zoning Map of the Master Plan. 2) Compatible with surrounding uses. Whether and the
extent to which the proposed amendment is compatible with existing and proposed uses
surrounding the subject land and is the appropriate Character Area and zone district for the
land, considering its consistency with the purpose and standards of the proposed zone
district. 3) Changed conditions. Whether and the extent to which there are changed
conditions that require an amendment to modify the use, density or intensity. 4) Effect on
natural environment. Whether and the extent to which the proposed amendment would result
in significantly adverse impacts on the natural environment, including, but not limited to,
water, air, noise, stormwater management, wildlife habitat, vegetation and wetlands. 5)
Community need. Whether and the extent to which the proposed amendment addresses a
demonstrated community need. 6) Development patterns. Whether and the extent to which
the proposed amendment would result in a logical and orderly development pattern and not
constitute spot zoning, and whether the resulting development can logically be provided with
necessary public facilities and services. 7) Public interest. Whether and the extent to which
the area to which the proposed amendment would apply has changed or is changing to such
a degree that it is in the public interest to encourage a new use or density in the area.
Michael B. clarified the order of applications: rezoning and subdivision.
Woody Woodruff, 344 Eagle River Street, Applicant.
Gave the backstory of the lot from the initial larger lot of 996 Main that was then subdivided
into three lots, and then this further subdivision of the last larger portion of the initial lot. He
and his wife were originally trying to convert the old Lucero's Gas Station to an art gallery, but
found that the foundation would need replacing and other issues with the building. He is
hoping to maintain housing on the back lot, the one being rezoned.
Public comment opened.
Mark Young, 996 Main St.
Supportive of this application as the next door neighbor.
Public comment closed.
Motion by Michael B., second by Tom P., to forward a recommendation of approval to the
Town Council of 998 Main Street Lot 3A South Minturn Addition Zone District Amendments.
Motion passed 4-0.
Note: Sage P. and Amanda M. were excused absent.
9. DISCUSSION / DIRECTION ITEMS
10. STAFF REPORTS
A. Manager's Report
Minturn Made the Super Bowl!
It's exciting to see Minturn make its way into a small portion of Microsoft's Copilot: Your
Everyday Al Companion commercial. It received over 120 million views during the airing of the
Super Bowl and has received an additional 16 million views on YouTube. Here is a link to the
full commercial: https://voutu.be/SaCVSUbYpVc?si=kztvSQF3a8tupwA4. Take note of the
homes highlighted from Minturn. These are older homes, with color and "character."
CDOT Administrative Meeting
I met with CDOT representatives to discuss matters related to Highway 24. CDOT supports
permanent bulb outs for traffic calming, illuminated signage for speeds, overhead banners
(pending town pays for the structural engineering to install and permit) and recommends
Minturn obtain a transportation master plan moving forward. I will also be requesting a new
speed study be conducted for the HWY 24 corridor. CDOT is also donating two illuminate
speed feedback radar signs to Minturn. This is a value of almost $8,000.
Code Compliance and Building Permit Specialist Job Opening
Minturn is hiring! If you know of someone looking for an exciting position in government, they
may be interested in the world of code compliance. Please direct them to the town's website
for a complete description of the code compliance and building permit technician job
description and list of benefits. Full list of details here: https://www.minturn.org/home/news/iob-
opening-code-enforcementoutreachand-building-permit-specialist
11. PLANNING COMMISSION COMMENTS
No planning commission comments.
12. FUTURE MEETINGS
A. Minturn Forward Open House #1: March 11 5:30-7:30
B. Planning Commission Meeting March 13, 2024
a. Tom P. will be out of town, might be able to zoom
C. Minturn Forward Open House #2: March 14, 5:30-7:30
D. Minturn Forward Open House #3: March 21, 5:30-7:30
E. Planning Commission Meeting March 27, 2024
13. ADJOURN
Motion by Jeff A., second by Michael B., to adjourn the regular meeting of February 28, 2024 at
7:05 p.m. Motion passed 4-0.
Note: Sage P. and Amanda M. were excused absent.
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Lynn T ch, Commission Chair
ATTEST:
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Scot Hunn, Planning Director