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The preliminary application for review of a large scale activity to obtain a CA shall contain:

7-205.A. Minimum Contents. The minimum contents for all applications specified in Section 5-202.C of this Title.

7-205.B. Elevations. Front, rear, and side elevations of the exterior of the proposed project which clearly indicate the design intent and provide a rendered indication of the materials to be used. These exterior elevations shall include structures and significant natural features on abutting properties.

7-205.C. Existing Improvements. A drawing or photograph of the existing structure, if any, and of the site. If the application is for an addition, elevations of the existing structure and a site plan, illustrating all existing improvements, shall also be provided.

7-205.D. Site Plan. A site plan clearly showing the following:

7-205.D.1. A topographic survey performed by a surveyor licensed in Colorado indicating the pre construction elevation, dimensions, corners, and orientation of each lot, and including the following:

a. its relation to adjoining properties and the existing improvements thereon;

b. the existing topography and proposed grading changes;

c. existing significant vegetation and landscape features;

7-205.D.2. The layout of the entire project and its relation to surrounding properties and the existing buildings and improvements thereon;

7-205.D.3. The benchmark elevation of the project stated in U.S. Geologic Survey elevations;

7-205.D.4. The location of points of entry and exit of motor vehicles and the project’s internal vehicular circulation pattern and the location of required parking;

7-205.D.5. The location and layout of all parcel areas including required off street parking and loading facilities;

7-205.D.6. Any improvements to the site, including, but not limited to walls and fences, exterior lighting, and the design placement of any sign or other advertisement;

7-205.D.7. A landscape plan clearly indicating the existing conditions and proposed condition of the parcel subsequent to development with notations clearly identifying existing significant vegetation to be removed.

7-205.E. Floor Area. An indication of the gross floor area of any existing structure(s) and any proposed addition(s) or new structure(s).

7-205.F. Floor Plans. Floor plans drawn to one-quarter inch equals one foot (1/4”=1') scale, except for projects in the Commercial, Historic Commercial or Accommodations II zone districts when floor plans shall be drawn to one-eighth inch equals one foot (1/8”=1') scale. Such plans shall indicate the intensity and type of use.

7-205.G. Street Profile. A street profile at one eighth inch (1/8”) scale indicating the size and height of the project in relationship to neighboring structures and all other structures on the block, and outstanding natural features, including but not limited to trees, rock outcroppings, gullies, and vegetation.

7-205.H. Impact Statement. An impact statement which indicates the scope of the project, its design intentions, its compliance with all requirements of the underlying zone district, and a comment on the project’s visual impact on its surroundings.

7-205.I. Models. All applications shall include a one eighth inch equals one foot (1/8” = 1') scale model of the project. Within the Commercial, Historic Commercial and Accommodations II districts, a one inch equals twenty square feet (1"=20') scale massing model which includes all property up to 150' of the project exclusive of ROWs shall also be required as deemed necessary by the Planning Director. Only one of each model is required.

7-205.J. Facade Drawing. For projects located within the Commercial or Historic Commercial zone districts, a one quarter inch equals one foot (1/4” = 1') scale drawing of the primary facade.

7-205.K. Visual Device. The applicant shall erect a visual device which is structurally sound, including by way of example and not limitation, plastic pipe or wood silhouettes which generally identify the height and mass of the proposed construction and the building footprint. The device shall be erected at least seventy-two (72) hours prior to preliminary approval hearing, and maintained at least twenty-four (24) hours after the hearing or such other times as deemed necessary by the Planning Director.

7-205.L. Reduced Plans. In addition, ten (10) sets of reduced scale site plans, elevations, and floor plans at a one-eighth inch or one-sixteenth inch equals one foot (1/8” or 1/16”=1') scale shall be submitted at the request of the Planning Department.

7-205.M. Housing Mitigation Plan, as required by Section 3-720.D.

The scale of all drawings and elevations other than street profiles shall be one quarter inch equals one foot (1/4” = 1') for buildings in the AC-1, R/C and all residential-type zone districts, and one eighth inch equals one foot (1/8” = 1') for all buildings in the C, HC and AC-2 zone districts, unless otherwise provided for herein.