The item under consideration is to amend Chapter 26 of the Wheat Ridge Code of Laws to allow as a conditional use freestanding emergency room facilities in the MU-C (Mixed Use – Commercial) zone district.

This ordinance updates residential occupancy limits in the city code to reflect recent voter-approved updates to the City Charter, and updates to state law.

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 26 OF THE WHEAT RIDGE CODE OF LAWS, CONCERNING REGULATION OF NATURAL MEDICINE SERVICES AND HEALING CENTERS

Request for approval of a Specific Development Plan for a Bonfire Burritos drive-thru restaurant in Planning Area 6 of the Clear Creek Crossing development.

Case No. WZ-24-07 is an application for approval of an amendment to Phase II of the Prospect Park Place ODP for property located at 11600 W. 44th Avenue. The purpose of the request is to amend the existing ODP to allow RV camping uses on Lot 1, Phase II, located on the northernmost portion of the site.

Request for approval of an amendment to the underlying zoning to revise uses and standards impacting Planning Areas 3 and 6 at Clear Creek Crossing.

Approval of a Specific Development Plan (SDP) for a Primrose School daycare center in the Clear Creek Crossing Planned Mixed Use Development (PMUD).

This is the third of four updates to the Planning Commission for the City Plan. This will include a presentation where the project team provides an overview of the project and a summary of input thus far. This item will also include a presentation and discussion of new content, including a Place Type framework and a Mobility framework.

The proposed ordinance makes updates to the City's existing Short-Term Rental (STR) requirements in Chapters 11 and 26 of the City Code, including revisions to whole-home licensing requirements for townhomes, adjusting the STR license cap reporting period, and revising definitions related to STRs. The Planning Commission will review modifications to Chapter 26 only. The remaining revisions to Chapter 11 are reviewed by City Council only and include new marketplace facilitator requirements, license enforcement procedures, and updates to the City's fine schedule.

The proposed ordinance extends the grace period to legalize existing dwellings that may qualify as ADUs from August 15, 2024 to August 15, 2026.

Mark Brannon is requesting approval of a zone change from Agricultural-One (A-1) to Residential-One B (R-1B) for the property at 10840 W. 41st Place. The zone change would result in a zoning that matches that of the surrounding neighborhood, brings the property into conformance, and encourages revitalization of the site. Should the zone change be approved, the applicant intends to subdivide the current single lot into two lots in order to construct one additional single-unit dwelling.

An ordinance amending section 26-109 of the Wheat Ridge Code of Laws concerning public hearing letter notice. This ordinance amends the letter notice from 600 to 1000 feet for neighborhood meetings and public hearings. This would mean increased notice for the following types of meetings and applications: Neighborhood meetings: · Special Use Permit · Zone Change · Concept Plan (for sites 10 acres or larger) · Outline Development Plan Public hearings: · Special Use Permit · Zone Change · Outline Development Plan · Specific Development Plan · Type II Subdivision · Planning Building Group · Master Sign Plan · Right-of-Way Vacations - Historical Designation

The Planning Commission is be asked to review the proposed Carr Street Urban Renewal Plan (the ‘Plan’) and adoption of a Resolution regarding its conformity with the City’s Comprehensive Plan (‘Comp Plan’), Envision Wheat Ridge. The proposed Plan anticipates private investment within its boundaries which will primarily be zoned Industrial Employment (IE). This may include the demolition of existing substandard and blighted structures, and the construction of improvements that support local goals related to land use, economic development, transportation, and sustainability.

This ordinance creates regulations for electric vehicle (EV) parking and charging facilities within the zoning code, defines terms related to EVs, allows for EV charging facilities of various types throughout the City, and establishes minimum EV parking space requirements. There are currently no regulations related to EVs in Wheat Ridge and this ordinance will help the City get into compliance with state regulations.