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HomeMy WebLinkAbout7th and Aspen Pre-App Notes 7th and Aspen Mixed Use Pre-application Meeting January 16, 2024 Attendees: Jacob Doesschate, Ben Abbey, Cody Flammond, Brian Krueger, Scott Mueller, Bailey Minnich, Nakeisha Lyon, David Fine, Scott Freimuth, Caitlin Tamposi, Crosby Branch, Royce Rheinschild Project Description: Mixed-use Residential Multifamily Site: TBD 706, 726 N 7th Ave Bozeman, MT 59715 Lots 1-3 & 4A of the North Seventh Addition to Bozeman Subdivision General Discussion • Please verify the proposed phased approach /entitlement process with a Master Site Plan application for Phase 1 and 2 reviewed concurrently with a Phase 1 Site plan application is acceptable and comment on any specific limitations. Any further direction on submittal requirements for the Master Site Plan Application beyond what is currently published in City forms & guides is appreciated. (Planning) o The MSP and SP Phase 1 entitlement process is the appropriate approach for this project. o The MSP can meet the basic requirements of the code and checklist or provide further details if needed regarding building elevations, landscaping, photometrics, open space, etc. If anything is included and changed in further site plans, the MSP must be modified. • Please confirm the applicability and use of the affordable housing incentives proposed. (planning, economic development) o How does applicant memorialize affordability upfront? ▪ Affordable Housing Plan approved and recorded with/prior to MSP approval ▪ Affordable housing incentives as proposed are acceptable and the affordable housing plan and applicable documents must be finalized and recorded in the MSP process due to its proposal in Phase 1 and applicability on Phase 2. • Please verify the vehicle circulation & parking configuration layout and advise on any corrections or further clarification needed in subsequent applications. (Planning, Engineering) o Scott gives green light from fire apparatus standpoint Page 2 of 5 o An off-site parking agreement is required for any vehicular parking spaces provided in Phase 2 to serve Phase 1. Please ensure this meets Sec. 38.540.070. o A pedestrian safety plan is required for all parking facilities with more than 100 parking spaces and must be reviewed and approved by the city engineer. The city engineer may request a pedestrian safety plan for parking facilities with less than 100 parking spaces. o Please ensure the maximum parking provisions for B-2M applicable to the commercial spaces are provided through parking calculations as excess of the minimum requirements is not allowed. • Please comment on the feasibility of the proposed optional bicycle parking strategy, (providing part of the Phase 1 required space in Phase 2) specifically if such phase 2 parking will not be complete with Phase 1. (Planning) o Bicycle parking must be proposed to serve Phase 1 in its entirety for said Phase as each phase must be able to function independently of each other based on the proposed development of said phases. Temporary or permanent bicycle parking can be provided on Phase 2 to serve Phase 1 and a temporary bicycle parking easement and off-site parking agreement (separate from or included in the one for vehicular parking for Phase 1 in Phase 2) would be required. If this bicycle parking is included in the building once Phase 2 is developed, Staff would need to ensure the appropriate pedestrian connections to facilitate access to the bike parking area is provided and locational standards are met as denoted in the BMC. • Please comment on the feasibility of the proposed private residential open space strategy, (providing part of the Phase 1 required space in Phase 2) specifically if such phase 2 open space will not be complete with Phase 1. Alternately, please comment if providing only the portion of required Phase 1 open space is acceptable given the affordable nature of the project and proximity to public open spaces listed above. (Planning, Economic Development) o There is no shallow or deep incentive for waiving 40% of open space or any percent of open space. Sec. 38.320.070. Departures for Housing Creation includes a 20% reduction for any new development within one-quarter mile pedestrian travel distance of an existing park. If this is met and pursued, please submit a departure narrative and demonstrate conformance with the denoted criteria within this code section. An alternative is providing the balance of open space within Phase 2 for Phase 1 which 1) there would need to be temporary open space provided in Phase 2 for Phase 1 until Phase 2 is developed. A temporary open space easement is required, and 2) for the permanent space in Phase 2, staff would need to provide the design, details, and functionality of this option for review with our Community Development Director and Legal Department. There is not Page 3 of 5 ultimate waiver, departure, deviation, or variance for this provision. Based on the growth policy, B-2M form and intensity standards, and the Midtown TIF District, amenities such as open space are more valuable to the livability and usability of residents of this development than parking which is not required for this location. • Please comment on the current configuration of proposed open space areas (ground level park, plaza). (Planning, Economic Development) o The proposed open space cannot include parking lot landscaping. Required setback areas do not count as shared open space unless the design of the space meets the standards in Sec. 38.520.060.B.2.. Shared open space must be separated from ground level windows, streets, service areas and parking lots via landscaping, fencing, and/or other acceptable treatments that enhance safety and privacy for both the shared open space and dwelling units. These areas are shared open spaces not private residential outdoor space or parks. The lobby can count towards the common indoor recreation area. • Please comment Departures & Deviations Requested (Phase 1 Only) o 1. A departure is not needed for this standard. The storefront standards can be met along this frontage with the mixed block frontage modifications. The floor to floor height for ground floor is only applicable to non-residential development. The sidewalk is required to be a minimum of 12 feet between curb edge and storefront (area includes clear/buffer zone with street trees). Required setback areas do not count as shared open space unless the design of the space meets the standards in Sec. 38.520.060.B.2.. A departure will be required for the sidewalk width along the northern portion of 7th for Phase 1. Please see Sec. 38.510.030.B.3.e.. This must be demonstrate in the MSP and Phase 1 entitlement process. o 2. A departure from BMC 38.510.030.J will be supported if the criteria is met within this section for a departure is met. Staff finds the proposed landscaping and fencing provides privacy and mitigates vehicular headlight glares into the ground floor units. Please ensure the final design and narrative is provided for review during the formal submittal for the Phase 1 entitlement process. o 3. A departure would not be supported by Staff for the light and air access increased setback as B-2M allows for a 5’ side setback which is not guaranteed to be maintained in Phase 2. A 10’ no build easement along the 5’ setback would ensure this space is maintained to meet this provision for Phase 1. This must be provided and recorded against the property during the MSP entitlement process. o 4. Based on the design presented, a departure from Sec. 38.530.040.C. for the façade articulation for residential buildings would be supported. Please ensure the Page 4 of 5 final design and narrative is provided for review during the formal submittal for the Phase 1 entitlement process.t on the requested departures. • Please confirm yard setbacks and considerations for rear vs. side yards for the corner parcel o Side setback is to the south, and back setback is to the east (Phase 2) • Please comment on any off-site infrastructure requirements for this project: specifically water and sewer serving this development. (Engineering, Public Works) o 8in clay sewer pipe in alley to the east ▪ Likely okay for capacity and it is in decent condition • As long as sewer demand estimates match up and don’t go over capacity anywhere o Water line ▪ 4in out in 7th that will need analysis, may require upgrade o Water service off of Aspen? ▪ Potential for water main extension off of aspen and sending it south off east side of building ▪ Could serve both buildings ▪ Water main extension off of Aspen would need to be looped • MDT o Any work in right of way will require encroachment permit from MDT o The earlier the better when it comes to reaching out to MDT o Since trips are increasing, they may want to see the TIS so they can do a systems impact analysis • Peak trip/hour for TIS waiver o Taylor Lonsdale is the decision maker Page 5 of 5 Please note: Comments are preliminary and based on the information provided. City staff cannot identify all possible issues during a pre-application meeting. We try to identify critical path issues at this time. You are required to design the project to meet the requirements of the Bozeman Municipal Code.