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The Buena Vista Planning & Zoning Commission May 1st, 2024, at 7:00 PM Commission Members and Staff will meet at the Community Center. The public is encouraged to join the meeting virtually via Zoom. The public can join the meeting using the Zoom information below. To participate in Public Comment and/or Public Hearings you may connect to the video conference. Conferencing Access Information: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/6167636701?pwd=dDR3bldCRzRVMjhEaGV5SHZYZmxpdz09 Meeting ID: 616 763 6701 Passcode: y55sbm Listen via phone at: 1-720-707-2699 Meeting ID: 616 763 6701 Passcode: 554022 AGENDA REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION I. Call to Order II. Pledge of Allegiance III. Roll Call IV. Agenda Adoption V. Approval of Minutes – April 17th, 2024 VI. Public Comment VII. New Business 1. Workforce Camping Work Session VIII. Staff/Commission Interaction IX. Adjournment  Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Buena Vista Planning and Zoning Commission April 17th, 2024 CALL TO ORDER A meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission was called to order at 7:00 p.m., on Wednesday, April 17th, 2024, at the Community Center by Chair Preston Larimer. Staff Present: Planner I Caroline Mahoney, Planning Technician Jamie Graves, and Code Enforcement Officer Grant Bryans PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Larimer led in the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL Graves proceeded with the roll call and Larimer declared a quorum. Attendee Name Title Status Preston Larimer Chair Present Tony LaGreca Vice Chair Present Craig Brown Commissioner Present Blake Bennetts Commissioner Present Thomas Brown Commissioner Present Tina Bennetts Alternate Present Michael Westheimer Alternate Not Present AGENDA ADOPTION Larimer called for approval of the agenda. Commissioner LaGreca motioned to adopt the agenda as presented and was seconded by Commissioner Craig Brown. Motion #1 passed. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Craig Brown motioned to approve meeting minutes from April 3rd, 2024, as presented. Blake Bennetts seconded. Motion #2 passed. PUBLIC COMMENT Public comment was opened at 7:03 p.m. With no comments, public comment was closed at 7:03 p.m. NEW BUSINESS The first Public Hearing of the evening was opened at 7:03 p.m. for a Code change to allow storage of manufactured goods in the I-1 Zone District as a Special Use. Bryans led the hearing by stating current I-1 zoning and Code does not allow for storage of manufactured materials built in Buena Vista to be stored on vacant parcels. The presented Code change would allow for storage of manufactured materials finished within Town limits to be allowed as a Special Use. Public comment was opened at 7:12 p.m. and with no comments, was closed at 7:15 p.m. After clarifying questions and deliberation by the Commission, LaGreca motioned to recommend the Code change for storage of manufactured goods in the I-1 Zone District to be allowed as a Special Use to the Board of Trustees. Larimer seconded. Motion #3 passed. The Public Hearing was closed at 7:20 pm. The second Public Hearing was opened at 7:20 p.m. for a Special Use Permit to serve alcohol as a Bar or Tavern at Brown’s Canyon Rafting at 28395 County Road 317. Brown’s Canyon Rafting is zoned I-1 and the ability to serve alcohol as a bar or tavern is only allowed through a Special Use Permit. Byron Brown, on behalf of Brown’s Canyon Rafting, shared details on his proposal to sell alcohol on the property. Some of these details noted how the site will be set up, dates of operation, and screening practices of guests and employees to prevent intoxication before a rafting trip. Mahoney presented and detailed the Special Use Criteria required by Code and how Byron Brown had met the criteria. Public comment was opened at 7:48 p.m. and with no comments, was closed at 7:48 p.m. After clarifying questions and deliberation by the Commission, Blake Bennetts motioned to approve the Special Use Permit as presented. Craig Brown seconded. Motion #4 passed. Public Hearing and new business were closed at 7:51 p.m. STAFF / COMMISSION INTERACTION Updates on 700 E. Main Street, The Boulders, and Carbonate Street were provided to the Commission by Mahoney and Bryans. _____________________________________________________________________________________ ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, Blake Bennetts motioned to adjourn the meeting at 8:01 p.m. Thomas Brown seconded. Motion #5 was unanimously approved. Respectfully submitted: ___________________________________ Preston Larimer, Chair ___________________________________ Jamie Graves, Planning Technician DATE: April 26, 2024 TO: Planning and Zoning Commission FROM: Planning Department RE: Camping Code Ideas to Alleviate Workforce Housing Strain MEMO We have been contemplating what to do with the Camping proposal that came before Planning and Zoning last year. The proposed Town of Buena Vista’s Seasonal Workforce Camping Policy is modeled after Crested Butte’s Workforce Camping policy, which was furnished to the Commission on behalf of Thomas Brown in September of 2023. Below are camping guidelines we are contemplating specific to Buena Vista. These would be expressed in a policy document that could be modified easily (or cancelled from one year to the next) and referenced by means of the Municipal Code. These are ideas for discussion: • Occupant must be a current or future employee within Chaffee County with proof of employment • Operation dates are May 15th – September 30th each year • Allowed in areas of Town that are not MU-MS, MU-2, and not adjacent to the Highway • Tents and transient mobile homes* allowed • Trailers are limited to a maximum length of 16’ (includes hitch) • Camping structures cannot be placed on Town Right-of-Ways (streets, parking spaces, sidewalks) • There will be a maximum number of camping structures on a parcel • Occupant must reside behind a privacy fence (screening) • Occupant must have property owner affidavit stating continual access to bathroom (and shower?) • Occupant must comply with open burning restrictions • Occupant must comply with 7 pm quiet times, trash, lighting, and other Code requirements • Occupant must display permit on approved camping structure • There will be a fee • A site plan will need to be reviewed and approved • Permit can be revoked at any time *Transient Mobile Home also referred to as a travel camper, camper, camp trailer, travel trailer, recreational vehicle, or motor home, means a living unit designed for temporary occupancy as moved from place to place, often a recreational abode or vehicle, with or without sanitary facilities, and equipped or constructed for repeated travel by wheels upon highways or roads; or which is a bus, truck, car or other motor vehicle converted for sleeping or overnight habitation. The I-1 Camping Ordinance 1-2020 is attached to this Packet only as a reference guide for existing regulations within Town Limits.  TOWN OF CRESTED BUTTE TEMPORARY CAMPING PERMIT APPLICATION OVERVIEW: The Town Council of the Town Crested Butte declared an affordable housing emergency June 7, 2021, because the current lack of available, affordable workforce housing is threatening the livelihood and character of the Town, its citizens, and its businesses. Under this order, the Town Manager has authorized: • Town permitted seasonal tent camping behind a privacy fence on the side, or rear yards, for the local workforce, on all residentially zoned private property for within the Town of Crested Butte between May 1st to October 31, 2022. • Town permitted transient mobile homes, for the local workforce, may be occupied seasonally on residentially zoned private property within the Town continuously between May 1st to October 31, 2022. DEFINITIONS: Local Workforce means persons that are employed by a governmental entity, business, non-for-profit physically located within Gunnison County. Private residential property means any real property that is not public property located with Town of Crested Butte’s residential zone districts. Public property means any real property, public right-of-way, public park, recreation area or other area owned, leased or under the control of the Town or other public entity. Transient Mobile Home also referred to as a travel camper, camper, camp trailer, travel trailer, recreational vehicle, or motor home, means a living unit designed for temporary occupancy as moved from place to place, often a recreational abode or vehicle, with or without sanitary facilities, and equipped or constructed for repeated travel by wheels upon highways or roads; or which is a bus, truck, car or other motor vehicle converted for sleeping or overnight habitation TENT CAMPING: Town permitted tent camping will be allowed behind a privacy fence on the side, or rear yards, for the local workforce, on all residentially zoned private property for within the Town of Crested Butte between May 1st to October 31, 2022. The tents shall not be visible from the public right- of-way or the first floor of an adjoining property. The tent location shall ensure the privacy of the camper, passerby, and neighbor. TRANSIENT MOBILE HOME OCCUPANCY: Town permitted transient mobile homes, for the local workforce, may be occupied on residentially zoned private property within the Town continuously between May 1st to October 31, 2022. Transient mobile homes must be parked in designated parking spots, on private property, in compliance with the property’s approved site plan. Transient mobile homes may not be parked in public property, including the public right-of-way. TRANSFERRAL OF OCCUPANT: If the property owner wishes to transfer the permit from a previous occupant to a new occupant, a new application must be submitted to the Town. PERMIT FEE: There is no fee associated with acquiring a Temporary Camping Permit. DISPLAY: The camping occupant must display the Town issued Permit on their tent, or vehicle dashboard while on-site. Last Updated 4/4/2022 7:50 PM Page 1 of 3  TOWN OF CRESTED BUTTE TEMPORARY CAMPING PERMIT APPLICATION DURATION: The Temporary Camping permit will allow camping between May 1st to October 31, 2022. CONDITIONS OF SITE APPROVAL: • All sites must adhere to guidelines of occupant safety. This means the property owner agrees to provide access to basic hygiene facilities (bathroom, shower), access to water, and an environment free from potentially harmful physical hazards. • The Transient Mobile Home site follows the property’s approved site plan and existing ordinances for an appropriate parking spot and shall not interfere with a motorist’s line of sight for entering or leaving the public right-of-way. • The tent site must be behind a privacy fence in a rear, or side yard, not visible from the public right-of-way, and must be considerate of the privacy of the camper, passerby, and the first floor of the adjoining properties. CONDITIONS OF CAMPING OCCUPANT APPROVAL: The camping occupant agrees to provide proof of current or future employment within Gunnison County. Examples include: pay stubs, a letter from an employer, or proof of an active job offer for upcoming employment CODE OF CONDUCT: The camping occupant agrees to adhere to the rules of the property owner and to the common courtesies of a neighbor. Please note: The Town reserves the right to rescind a permit if: 1. Evidence is presented which would have justified denial of the permit in the original application (i.e. falsifying employment information) 2. The tent or transient mobile home has fallen into a state of disrepair and has become a public nuisance. 3. The tent or transient mobile home has created a disturbance in the neighborhood due to the manner in which it has been used. Last Updated 4/4/2022 7:50 PM Page 2 of 3  TOWN OF CRESTED BUTTE TEMPORARY CAMPING PERMIT APPLICATION PROPERTY OWNER INFORMATION Property Owner Name___________________ Site Physical Address______________________ Owner Physical Address_________________ Owner Mailing Address _______________________ Email_____________________________ Camp Site Type: □ Transient Mobile Home □ Tent Quantity: Transient Mobile Home ___ Tent ___ Brief Description of Site ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ For Property Owner to confirm (must check to be approved) □ I will provide a site with access to hygiene, water, and a safe environment □ I currently have an occupant interested in my site □ I do not have a current occupant in mind, but am willing to make my property available □ I understand if I am part of an HOA, I will also need HOA approval By submitting this application, I have reviewed the conditions of approval and will abide by the conditions. Property Owner Signature_____________________________ Date_________________ Submit application to planning@crestedbutte-co.gov or drop off in the drop box at Town Hall, attn: Planning For office use only: Approved_____ Denied_____ Reason________________________ Approval Signature__________________________ Date_________________ Last Updated 4/4/2022 7:50 PM Page 3 of 3  TOWN OF CRESTED BUTTE TEMPORARY CAMPING PERMIT APPLICATION CAMPING OCCUPANT INFORMATION Name________________________ Phone_______________________ Email________________________ Occupancy Type: □ Transient Mobile Home □ Tent Vehicle License Plate State___________ License Plate Number__________________ Employer_______________________ Employer Contact Name______________________ Employer Address_________________________________ Employer Phone____________________ Employer Email_______________________ □ I have included proof of my employment in the Gunnison Valley By submitting this application, I have reviewed the conditions of approval and will abide by the conditions. Camping Occupant Signature _____________________________ Date_________________ Last Updated 4/4/2022 7:50 PM Page 4 of 3 4/26/24, 2:34 PM - News & Announcements - Crested Butte Private Property Workforce Camping is Back The Town of Crested Butte will allow members of the local workforce to camp on private property again for the summer of 2022. Both tent and vehicle camping are allowed to take place on private property under the following regulations: Tents must be placed on side or rear yards and be behind a privacy fence, so they are not visible from the public right of way Vehicles must be parked in parking spots designated for the property and in compliance with the property’s approved site plan Vehicles cannot be parked in the public right of way Property owners must agree to provide access to a bathroom, shower, and water The camping occupant must provide proof of employment in Gunnison County A permit must be acquired from the Town of Crested Butte Permits are free Temporary camping is allowed now until October 31st 2022 Please email any completed permits or additional questions to planning@crestedbutte-co.gov For a complete list of guidelines and to fill out the permit click HERE https://www.crestedbutte-co.gov/index.asp?SEC=706897B7-45D1-4E69-80CD-69F9293868DD&DE=07A19282-4883-448A-BC29-9EFBB2B8013B 1/1