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A Use Variance request to allow a light industrial land use within the MX-L UV (Mixed-Use Large Scale - with a Use Variance on file) zone district consisting of 10,916 square feet located at 2732 W. Colorado Ave.
Presenter:
Johnny Malpica, Planner II, Planning + Neighborhood Services
Kevin Walker, Director, Planning + Neighborhood Services
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Summary:
Owner: Donald Sipes - Blue Skies Ltd.
Developer: N/A
Representative: Ryan Lloyd - Echo Architecture
Location: 2732 W. Colorado Ave.
The owner of 2732 W. Colorado Ave. is requesting a use variance to allow Optical Engines, a laser and photonic technology company to operate within the 10,106 sq. ft. building which is zoned MX-L (Mixed-Use - Large Scale with a previously approved Use Variance on file). The proposed use meets the definition of a light industrial land use, which is not a permitted use within this zone district. The application includes building fa?ade enhancements, and the reprogramming of the existing building interior layout that incorporates a street-facing office-use and future tenant commercial space, with the light industrial operations limited to the rear of the building. While the proposed use meets the definition of a light industrial land use as defined by the UDC, the intensity and potential impact to surrounding properties is no more significant than other established land uses that are permitted by right within the zone district.
Background:
Please see the attached City Planning Commission Staff Report for a comprehensive analysis of the proposed application.
Review Criteria:
The review criteria for a use variance as set forth in City Code Section 7.5.527.E of the UDC are noted below.
1. That there are exceptional or extraordinary circumstances or conditions applicable to the property involved or to the intended use of the property that do not apply generally to the property or class of uses in the same zone so that a denial of the Use Variance would resu...
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