Irving: The Ritz-Carlton Dallas, Las Colinas Residences (Phase 1/2)

[CTroyMathis]

Starter thread.

https://www.cityofirving.org/DocumentCe ... 06-03-2024

We're excited to present to you a detailed overview of the proposed mixed-use development
project slated for Las Colinas. With a focus on urban vibrancy, zoning considerations, and
amenities integration, we believe this project will contribute positively to the community. Below,
you'll find a comprehensive breakdown of the key aspects of the development plan.
The Project site is 5.67 acre tract located at the intersection of Byron Nelson Way and Leland
Blvd in Las Colinas adjacent to the Nelson Golf & Sports Club. The site will be developed as a
single tract in two phases. The timing of Phase II is currently contemplated to follow the
completion of Phase I but exact timing is not yet known. Phase II is anticipated to be a mix of
Commercial/Entertainment, and additional condominium uses. Ownership is seeking approval
of a new Mixed-Use zoning classification based on the attached Site Plan and Table 1: S-P-2
Urban Mixed-Use Development Standards.

The Phase I project sits on approximately 3.6 acres of the site and consists of a branded
condominium tower sitting atop of a structured parking garage with the garage roof serving as an
amenity / pool deck for the residences and a recreational space for all ages. We anticipate that
the project will be submitted as non-separated mixed-use for the purposes of permitting so there
will be no distance separation between the residential uses and the parking garage. The Project
is intended share amenities with the Ritz Carlton Hotel (part of the adjacent Nelson Golf &
Sports Club) located directly north of the property across Byron Nelson Way. Phase I is
envisioned as having either an exclusive club / lounge at the top of the tower for use by the
residences or a fine dining restaurant (tenant space) that is operated independently from the
Residential Tower for the use of the general public. A pedestrian and golf cart path will connect
the residents from the parking garage to the Nelson Golf & Sports Club property to allow for
ease of access to these amenities.

It is intended that the Phase I structured parking garage will support all parking required for the
residences and residence guests. The existing surface parking lot to the south will remain as-is
and temporarily used as additional surface parking designated for hotel staff until Phase II begins
construction. A new 24’ wide service access lane that will double as a fire lane and service
access will be striped around the west and south sides of the Project. All loading and trash
services shall be provided within the structure of the parking garage to avoid any unsightly views
from surrounding properties.

The Phase I tower is anticipated to be no more than 20-stories and no more than 250’ in height
measured from the lowest finished grade elevation (level of fire truck access) at the base of the
building to the highest occupied floor level of the tower. Parapet and non-occupied mechanical
spaces are not considered in the height calculation. We anticipate that Phase II would fit within
this same height limitation as well.

The proposed zoning for the site does anticipate a higher density development and lot coverage
than what the current multi-family regulations allow. We have asked for an increase in density
(unit / acre) and lot coverage as would be anticipated for a project of this type and scope. Once
Phase II is complete, the site will meet or exceed the proposed requirements included in the SP-2
submission. Phase I will also meet these requirements for the portion of the site that is occupied
by Phase I. The proposed development standards also reduces the setback requirements (as
outlined in the SP-2 submission) from what is currently required for standard multi-family sites.
This setback will be treated as a minimum distance and help to create a more urban approach to
how the project will meet the street. This allows our Design Team to vary the building’s façade
from the property line and create a more dynamic façade which varies depth and responds to the
existing topography and roadway.

Phase II, while it is not currently designed, is intended to be a mixed-use development containing
a variety of uses (including potentially hotel, multi-family [mid-rise/high-rise], retail /
restaurants, etc.). Phase II could include 1-story retail that is either lining a structured parking
deck, free-standing, or potentially in the podium under the elevated parking or tower above.
There is a possibility that Phase II could be all multi-family residential (condominium) &
parking uses as well. The exact programming of Phase II will be dependent on the market
conditions at the time when the project is developed.
We anticipate that, being a branded residential product, the landscape design will be in line with
both the City’s and Brand standards for this kind of product. It is our intention to provide a
minimum requirement for the landscape buffer that will be viewed as a true minimum where the
building face steps closer to the property line and around the base of the parking deck.
Refer to the expanded Table 1: S-P-2 Urban Mixed-Use Development Standards for your
approval. The intent of this table is to incorporate current standards from other sections of the
zoning ordinance that apply to this new mixed-use development at the intersection of Leland
Blvd. & Byron Nelson Way. The chart below provides the reference to the specific ordinance
sections being incorporated. The Code reference shown (with a Code number) on Table 1 is
either from the Multi-Family Residential-2 (2.14.13) or Multifamily Development (3.13.1)
ordinances. See complete Table 1 below for reference.

In conclusion, we believe that the proposed mixed-use development aligns with the vision for
urban growth and community enhancement in Las Colinas. We appreciate your time and
attention to reviewing this project, and we're eager to collaborate further to ensure its successful
realization. Please feel free to reach out to me if you have any questions regarding the above.
Thank you for your consideration.

[NdoorTX]

[Kelley USA]

Gotta say, if built as-shown, would easily be the best looking building in Las Colinas. It's just too bad we didn't get developments like this pop up around Lake Carolyn.