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Council grants 2027 demolition allotment for 1005 Waters Ave appeal
Summary
Council voted Jan. 13 to grant a 2027 demolition allotment allowing applicants to rebuild at 1005 Waters Ave; the decision responded to an appeal citing setback nonconformance and design constraints at the existing structure.
The Aspen City Council approved an appeal Jan. 13 that grants a 2027 demolition allotment for a property at 1005 Waters Ave, allowing the property owner to pursue redevelopment to meet zoning and residential design standards.
Architect Marcus Hanling presented the appeal, saying the existing single-story home is built beyond setback lines on a steep lot and does not conform to the city’s Residential Design Standards (RDS). He requested a 2027 demolition allotment so the owners can replace the structure with a multi-level home that conforms to zoning and modern building, fire and energy standards.
Council deliberation focused on whether to draw from 2027 general allotments or to use a long‑term‑local allotment; members agreed a regular 2027 allotment was appropriate. The city attorney confirmed the council has discretion under code to treat the appeal as it sees fit, including borrowing a future-year allotment for this purpose.
Vote and rationale: Council moved, seconded and approved granting a regular 2027 allotment by roll call; all present voted yes. Members said they were sympathetic to the nonconforming site constraints while acknowledging the GMQS system’s limits.
Quote: "We're asking for a 2027 demolition allotment," architect Marcus Hanling said, describing nonconforming setbacks and the need to bring the property into conformity.
Ending: Staff said they will bring forward targeted code changes in the first quarter to reduce repetitive appeals and streamline demolition/allotment procedures.
