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Castle Rock Presentation CC Round 2Castle Rock A Hubble Homes Community Innovative Land Planning City Council’s Five Concerns Council requested that the Planning and Zoning Commission make a recommendation based on the revised layout; Review the impact of this development on Eagle Road, specifically the Eagle/Victory intersection; Maintenance and ownership of the coved areas; How the project density relates to the Comprehensive Plan applicable to this project and the South Meridian Area Study; A stub street connection (S. Carlisle Way) to the neighboring property to the north/east. #1 Planning and Zoning Commission Recommendation The Commission reviewed the revised layout which incorporates the City Council’s five concerns. The Commission was pleased with the redesigned plan and the effort by Hubble Homes to provide an innovative, exciting and more affordable project in this area of Meridian. On March 6, 2008 the Planning and Zoning Commission Voted to Recommend Approval of Castle Rock to the City Council. #2 Impacts on Eagle Road, Specifically Address Eagle/Victory Intersection ACHD Impact Fees Generated By Castle Rock $2,610 x 794 (units) = $2,072,340 Transportation Emergency access connection at the 50th lot, through Whitebark Subdivision, to Amity Road The site is located within bicycling distance (3 miles) of major employment and commercial developments on Eagle Road (Staff Report p. 19) On site recreational opportunities will reduce the vehicle trips per day generated by the development The possibility of a Valley Ride Shuttle in cooperation with St. Luke’s (per its award winning Employee Transportation Alternatives Program) and other major employers in the near vicinity A future Valley Ride Transit stop to be located on Eagle Road within the first phases of the project “Staff is very supportive of the proposed bus stop and other transit opportunities available with this development.” (Staff Report p. 19) #3 Ownership and Maintenance Coved Areas Cove Areas and all Front Yards will be Landscaped by the Developer Prior to Closing All Cove Areas will be Owned and Maintained by the Individual Property Owners The Cove Areas will Receive Special Attention in the CC&R’s Weekly Monitoring by a Property Management Firm will Ensure Upkeep of these Unique Lots #4 Meridian Comprehensive Plan as Approved in October 2006 Vested Comprehensive Plan Castle Rock is vested under the Comprehensive Plan adopted by the City in October, 2006 Excluding Blackrock the proposed Castle Rock development is allowed 1246 lots Our proposal of 794 lots is well below the allowed density for this project South Meridian Comprehensive Plan South Meridian Comprehensive Plan The Recently Adopted Comprehensive Plan Designation for this Annexation Area allows 894 lots. The 794 Castle Rock lots and 44 Blackrock lots (838 total) are below what has been programmed for the Transportation needs and other Public Facilities in this Area The Overall Density for the annexation requested is 3.7 Units/Acre Castle Rock is Consistent with your Vision for this Area of the City as Approved by this Council in February 2008 #5 S. Carlisle Way Easement 42’ Access Easement in Favor of Fulcher Family is Shown on the Preliminary Plat. A Sign Indicating Future Extension of Road will be Placed at this Location Revised City Neighborhood Park 8.8 Acre Park Centrally Located Within the Overall Square Mile Section Provides Unique Opportunities based on Topography Not Found at other Meridian Parks New Location has Fewer Building Lots along its Perimeter and has Excellent Visibility and Landmark Quality Final Design was approved by the Parks Commission on March 12, 2008 Castle Rock City Park Park Financing Estimate Concept “A” Park Financing Estimate Concept “B” Open Space Amenities 21.7% of Development (39.86 Acres Open Space) City Neighborhood Park (8.8 Acre Donation) Village Green, Pocket Parks, Gazebos, Tot Lots, Basketball Courts, Trails Walkable, Health Oriented, Community Beasley Lateral Linear Park Landscape Buffers along 10 Mile Creek and Spine Road Recreation Opportunities for All Ages “Staff is very supportive of the open space/common area proposed in this development and believes that it will assist in providing a great sense of community in the neighborhood” (Staff Report p. 17) Trail System and Connectivity 10’ Wide Ten Mile Regional Path Extended to Eagle Road Over Five Miles of Paths and Trails Clear Internal Links Between Parks 39 Acres of Connected Open Space “Staff believes that proposed land use concepts such as coving, clustering, and interconnected pathway system throughout the common areas should provide a unique type of development with many recreational opportunities available to the residents” (Staff Report p. 24) Creative Architecture Four Distinctive Housing Styles Emphasis on Front Porches and Corner Elevations Various Material Types Façade Modulation Housing Diversity Comprehensive Design Guidelines “Staff has reviewed these guidelines and found them to represent exemplary design features that will result in a unique and innovative residential development” (Staff Report p. 22) Legend Neighborhood Cottage Neighborhood Street Relationship Extensive Façade Modulation to Create Interest Garage Located Behind the Front Plane of the House Front Porch and Living Area are Dominate Features Design Principles Drawn from Blueprint for Good Growth Densities at this level help to support a future transit system in this area Provides a range of densities, housing types and price levels Promotes strong community identity through unique design and community values Meets market demand and provides much needed affordable housing the public is demanding Pedestrian friendly neighborhood located in proximity to green space and Public Amenities “More dense subdivisions such as proposed, along with design features such as coving, allow for a more efficient and cost effective provision of public services.” (Staff Report p. 20) Approval City Staff recommends approval of Castle Rock and we are in full agreement with the Staff Reports Conditions of Approval The ACHD Board of Commissioners approved Castle Rock on December 12, 2007 The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval to the City Council of Castle Rock on March 6, 2008 The Parks Commission recommended approval to the City Council for the Castle Rock Neighborhood Park on March 12, 2008 Opportunity to provide more affordable workforce housing within close proximity to jobs Proximity to Lake Hazel and Eagle Roads which are major East/West and North/South connections in the Treasure Valley More affordable housing in this area of the city will help the Jobs/Housing Balance in Meridian Why Here? Why Now? Adequate public facilities are being provided by this development through the extension of sewer and water, a neighborhood park, and major transportation contributions Market forces and high land values are creating a need for quality single family homes on smaller more affordable lots The approval of this project will guarantee key intersection improvements along Eagle Road that otherwise will not occur for many years Opportunity for Meridian to step forward in its desire to create more affordable housing choices for its employers and residents. Thank You for Your Favorable Consideration Questions? Custom Home Sites Custom Home Sites Two different housing types possible Hubble Signature Series Custom Builder Partnership Higher End Product with Upgraded Architecture 10% Brick or Stone Accents Required Minimum of 3 material types on front elevations Living Space or Porch extended towards the street beyond the Garage Corner lot architecture including fireplaces, bay windows, or other architectural features Legend Neighborhood Legend Neighborhood Legend Series Distinctive Lifestyle Floor Plans Unique and Upgraded Architecture 1200-3500 Square Feet Upgraded Corner Lot Elevations Upgraded Elevations Facing Open Space Larger Lots Corner Elevations Cottage Neighborhood Cottage Neighborhood Cottage Series Entirely New Series 900-2400 Square Feet Patios and Living Space Extended Towards the Street Beyond the Garage Plane Extensive Façade Modulation Variety of Architectural Style and Materials Traditional Village Village Series Alley Loaded Units Unique Architecture Porches Facing Street 900-2200 Square Feet Living Space Oriented to Side Yard One and Two Story Floorplans Coving Coving Coving Curved Streets Varied Front Setbacks Façade Modulation Increased Open Space Decreased Roadway and Maintenance Costs Reduced Public Utilities for more Efficient Delivery of Public Services Promotes Sustainable Development Coving Typical Lots Landscaping Sod and Sprinklers will be installed in the front yard prior to closing of every house in the development The homeowner will be responsible for a minimum of 1 tree and 5 shrubs in the front yard within 30 days of closing as required through the CC&R’s. We will also Offer a Variety of Full Landscape Packages Open Space Amenities 21.7% of Development (39.86 Acres Open Space) City Neighborhood Park (8.8 Acre Donation) Village Green, Pocket Parks, Gazebos, Tot Lots, Basketball Courts, Trails Walkable, Health Oriented, Community Beasley Lateral Linear Park Landscape Buffers along 10 Mile Creek and Spine Road Recreation Opportunities for All Ages Reduction of Vehicle Trips Landscape BuffersTen Mile Creek and Spine Road Village Green Pocket Parks Other Amenities