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HomeMy WebLinkAbout019_ParksMasterPlan-Block 3Block 3 The Cottages Landscape & Park Narrative Required Parkland The required parkland up to 8 dwelling units/acre for all South University Phase 3 parcels (Lot 1, Block 1, Lot 1, Block 2, Lot 1, Block 3, and Lot 1, Block 4) has already been dedicated to the City of Bozeman as City Park 3. The Cottages at Bozeman will provide the required portion of cash or improvements-in-lieu owed for up to 8-12 dwelling units/acre off property within the 13.36 acre City Park 3. Current City of Bozeman City code requires .03 ac of parkland per dwelling unit, up to a density of 8 du/ac, and a cash-in-lieu-of parkland (CILP) for the density above 8 du/ac—capped at 12 du/ac. The required land dedication (.03 ac/du x 8 du/ac x 18.85 = 4.52 acres, and the remaining 4 du/ac would require cash-in-lieu of parkland (CILP) for 2.26 acres of land at the current estimated market rate of $2.30/sf, totaling $226,625. The parkland tracking table for The Cottages is provided below. The Cottages (Lot 1, Block 3) Parkland Tracking Table Net Residential Land Area (Acres) 18.85 Acres Required Parkland up to 8 DU/AC Residential Lots (Acres) 4.52 Acres Provided Parkland – Gross (Acres) 4.98 Acres (37.3% of 13.36 Acre Park) Provided Parkland – Qualifying (Acres) 3.23 Acres Balance Acreage (Acres) Shortage of 1.29 Acres Equivalent Cash Or Improvements-In-Lieu Owed $129,643 Cash or Improvements-In-Lieu Owed for 8-12 DU/AC Residential Lots 2.26 Acres Equivalent Cash Or Improvements-In-Lieu Owed $226,625 Parkland Appraisal Value ($ per SF) $2.30 Total Cash or Improvements-In-Lieu Owed $356,268 Development of park improvements at City Park 3 will occur by the master developer, RTR II Holdings LLC. The park is planning to be developed all at once in a single construction phase. The value of improvements-in-lieu proposed at the park will exceed the requirements of all South University District Phase 3 Blocks combined. A revised park master plan will be submitted to the Parks Department and will detail plans for construction and the value of improvements. The contributions of the SUD Lot 1, Block 3 developer, Capstone Communities, will meet or exceed the required value of $356,268. Capstone Communities, the developer of Block 3, is also going to develop the SUD Lot 1, Block 4 tract, which is immediately south of the existing Arrow student housing development. By having two—and possibly three—developments taking place with the same timeframe allows the park to be developed as efficiently as possible in a single phase. Concept plans of proposed park improvements are included with this submittal. 2013 South University District Parks Master Plan The master concept plan for City Park 3 aligns with the original goals for the South University District Master Plan. It aims to preserve and enhance the existing watercourses, provide a comprehensive multi- modal trail system, include a variety of recreational activities, and create a functional, inviting landscape. The original master plan for the district is included below: Park Concept The internal pedestrian layout of the park provides a primary north/south trail connection along the creek, with a Class II gravel fines trail, as identified within the PROST Plan. The concept also provides an east/west trail that crosses the watercourse and will connect the lots within the South University District Phase 3 subdivision with previously-developed phases to the east. The stream corridor remains largely undisturbed with passive natural uses while the west side features more intensive recreational use. At the Northwest corner of the concept plan is the great lawn which will act as the community’s primary gathering space. Pathways for pedestrians and bikes will be provided to this location along with other amenities such as picnic areas, seating, a small performance stage, and vehicle access for events. Central to the park and the primary east/west watercourse crossing, is a programmed playground and pavilion area. At this location there will be bike racks, picnic tables, benches, and play equipment for multiple age groups. At the Southwest portion of the park is a large, fenced dog park with areas designated for ball toss and agility. The master concept plan also takes into account future improvements to be proposed by the City Parks Department. Between the great lawn and playground area, there are plans for a future ‘all wheels park’ area with ramps, skills features, and wavy trails for skateboards, bikes, and scooters of all ability levels. Landscaping within the park will be planned with water conservation and long-term carrying costs in mind. The goal is to create a new type of park that positively impacts the environment by creating habitat, using limited amounts of water, and reducing its overall carbon footprint. Apart from sod areas at the northwest great lawn and central pavilion area, the park will be seeded with native vegetation, resulting in a huge reduction of maintenance and water demands. Shade trees will be provided throughout and the watercourse setback will be planted with appropriate native vegetation. The continuous native vegetation proposed along the creek will provide a corridor extending southward for pollinators and wildlife.