I-70 / Kipling Corridors Conditions Survey Project Update – March 3, 2009

How is Blight Identified and Documented Within an Area? Blight is identified and documented through a Conditions Survey, a detailed study of a defined geographic area that includes both data collection and in-the-field observation for blight conditions Conditions found within the Area are evaluated as to their applicability to the definitions of blight found in the Colorado Urban Renewal Statute The Condition Survey findings are prepared in report format and presented to the Urban Renewal Authority / City The City Council makes the final determination as to a finding of blight

Conditions Survey Area Eldridge 52nd Ward Tabor Parfet Kipling Garrison 44th 38th 32nd Youngfield 26th

Survey Area Facts 448 real property parcels totaling 857 acres Rights-of-way totaling 396 acres Total study area of 1,253 acres Land uses by acreage: Commercial / industrial: 57% Vacant / undeveloped: 38% Residential: 5% Grouped into 46 “blocks” for ease of presentation of findings

Blight Factors as Defined in Colorado Urban Renewal Law: Slum, deteriorated, or deteriorating structures Predominance of defective or inadequate street layout Faulty lot layout in relation to size, adequacy, accessibility or usefulness Unsanitary or unsafe conditions Deterioration of site or other improvements Unusual topography or inadequate public improvements or utilities Defective or unusual conditions of title Endangerment of life or property by fire or other causes Buildings that are unsafe or unhealthy for persons to live or work in because of building code violations, dilapidation, deterioration, defective design, physical construction, or faulty or inadequate facilities Environmental contamination of buildings or properties k5) Existence of health, safety or welfare factors requiring high levels of municipal services or substantial physical underutilization or vacancy of sites, buildings or other improvements

Conditions Survey Results

Conditions Survey Results

Conditions Survey Results Count of Blight Factors by Block

Deteriorated or Deteriorating Structures External walls Roof Exterior finishes Windows and doors Fascia and soffits

Defective or Inadequate Street Layout Inadequate street width / cross-section Poor provisions or unsafe conditions for vehicles Poor provisions or unsafe conditions for pedestrians Insufficient roadway capacity Poor or nonexistent vehicular access to buildings or lots

Faulty Lot Layout Lots that are long, narrow, or irregularly shaped Lots that are inadequate in size Lots with configurations that result in stagnant or unused land Multiplicity of ownership making land assemblage difficult

Unsanitary or Unsafe Conditions Inadequate storm drainage High crime areas Pedestrian hazards / unsafe pedestrian conditions Illegal dumping / excessive litter Vagrants / vandalism / graffiti Environmental contamination

Deteriorated Site Improvements Signage Lighting On site parking surface / curb and gutter / stop blocks Fences / walls / gates Unpaved commercial parking lots Overgrown vegetation Neglected properties / general site maintenance deficiencies

Unusual Topography / Inadequate Public Improvements Deteriorated public infrastructure (pavement, curb / gutter, sidewalk, etc.) Lack of public infrastructure (curb / gutter, sidewalk, storm water drainage, etc.) Excessive overhead utilities Inadequate fire protection facilities / hydrants

Defective or Non-marketable Title Properties with defective or disputed title Properties with overly restrictive or prohibitive deed covenants

Conditions that Endanger Life or Property by Fire or Other Causes Buildings or sites inaccessible to fire / emergency vehicles Buildings or properties not in compliance with building / fire codes

Buildings that are Unsafe or Unhealthy the Live or Work In Buildings or properties not in compliance with building / fire codes Buildings with improperly installed or inadequate utility systems Buildings with deteriorated elements that create unsafe or unhealthy conditions High crime areas

Environmental Contamination Environmental contamination of buildings or sites

High Levels of Municipal Services / Vacancy and Underutilization Sites with high incidences of fire, police, or emergency responses Sites with high levels of traffic accidents Sites with high levels of code violations Undeveloped parcel in a generally urbanized area Vacant buildings Vacant spaces in multi-unit buildings