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APPLICATION REVIEW HISTORY
ARB#/Name_ARB201700076 Volvo Cars of Ch'ville Preliminary Site Development Plan
ACTION DATE NOTES.
County received application 7/24/17
Corresponding submittal 7/24/17 filing
deadline/ARB meeting date deadline; 9/5/17
ARB meeting
Transfer from.intake to ARB Staff 7/26/17
First ARB staff review 8/3/17; 8/10/17; Application complete;review; staff report
8/23/17 drafted
Comments to applicant
ARB meeting date 9/5/17
ARB action 9/7/17 Requested changes
Resubmittal received by staff
Resubmittal reviewed by staff
Were all comments addressed?
Comments to applicant
Resubmittal received
Resubmittal reviewed
Were all comments addressed?
Comments to applicant
Approval letter sent
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COMPLETE REVIEW CHECKLIST
REF# GUIDELINE NOTES
GENERAL GUIDELINES
Purpose •
1 The goal of the regulation of the design of development within the designated This thoroughly modem building does not
Entrance Corridors is to insure that new development within the corridors reflects reflect the traditional architecture of the area
the traditional architecture of the area. Therefore, it is the purpose of ARB review either in materiality or form,but it does reflect
and of these Guidelines,that proposed development within the designated contemporary design vocabularies implemented
Entrance Corridors reflect elements of design characteristic of the significant in this region and beyond.
historical landmarks,buildings, and structures of the Charlottesville and
Albemarle area, and to promote orderly and attractive development within these
corridors. Applicants should note that replication of historic structures is neither
required nor desired.
2 Visitors to the significant historical sites in the Charlottesville and Albemarle area The modem design is compatible with other car
experience these sites as ensembles of buildings, land, and vegetation. In order to dealerships on Rt. 29 and is in keeping with the
accomplish the integration of buildings, land, and vegetation characteristic of commercial/industrial architecture on this end
these sites,the Guidelines require attention to four primary factors: compatibility of the EC (Rio Rd. W).
with significant historic sites in the area; the character of the Entrance Corridor;
site development and layout; and landscaping.
Compatibility with significant historic sites:
3 New structures and substantial additions to existing structures should respect the The building is not compatible with traditional
traditions of the architecture of historically significant buildings in the architecture of the region.
Charlottesville and Albemarle area. Photographs of historic buildings in the area,
as well as drawings of architectural features,which provide important examples of
this tradition are contained in Appendix A.
4 The examples contained in Appendix A should be used as a guide for building N/A
design: the standard of compatibility with the area's historic structures is not
intended to impose a rigid design solution for new development. Replication of
the design of the important historic sites in the area is neither intended nor desired.
The Guideline's standard of compatibility can be met through building scale,
materials, and forms which may be embodied in architecture which is
contemporary as well as traditional. The Guidelines allow individuality in design
to accommodate varying tastes as well as special functional requirements.
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Compatibility with the character of the Entrance Corridor
5 It is also an important objective of the Guidelines to establish a pattern of The modem design is compatible with other car
compatible architectural characteristics throughout the Entrance Corridor in order dealerships on Rt. 29 and is in keeping with the
to achieve unity and coherence. Building designs should demonstrate sensitivity to commercial/industrial architecture on this end
Other nearby structures within the Entrance Corridor. Where a designated corridor of the EC (Rio Rd.W).
is substantially developed,these Guidelines require striking a careful balance
between harmonizing new development with the existing character of the corridor
and achieving compatibility with the significant historic sites in the area.
Site development and layout
6 Site development should be sensitive to the existing natural landscape and should Some slopes are being graded for a parking lot,
contribute to the creation of an organized development plan. This may be but most of the natural topography on the
accomplished,to the extent practical,by preserving the trees and rolling terrain southern end has been retained; a natural swale
typical of the area; planting new trees along streets and pedestrian ways and is used for drainage. A number(approximately
choosing species that reflect native forest elements; insuring that any grading will 16) of extant,mature trees are proposed to be
blend into the surrounding topography thereby creating a continuous landscape; removed, and will be replaced by 12 hollies and
preserving,to the extent practical, existing significant river and stream valleys little gem magnolias ranging from 5' — 8' in
which may be located on the site and integrating these features into the design of height.
-- surrounding development; and limiting the building mass and height to a scale
that does not overpower the natural settings of the site, or the Entrance Corridor.
Landscaping
7 The requirements of the Guidelines regarding landscaping are intended to reflect Trees and other landscape plantings are
the landscaping characteristic of many of the area's significant historic sites which primarily used as a screening device and to
is characterized by large shade trees and lawns. Landscaping should promote provide shade canopy to asphalt surface
visual order within the Entrance Corridor and help to integrate buildings into the parking.
existing environment of the corridor.
8 Continuity within the Entrance Corridor should be obtained by planting different OK
types of plant materials that share similar characteristics. Such common elements
allow for more flexibility in the design of structures because common landscape
features will help to harmonize the appearance of development as seen from the
street upon which the Corridor is centered.
SPECIFIC GUIDELINES
Compatibility with significant historic sites
Structure design
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9 Building forms and features, including roofs, windows, doors, materials, colors Materials, color palette, forms, and massing is
and textures should be compatible with the forms and features of the significant not in keeping with traditional architecture of
historic buildings in the area, exemplified by(but not limited to)the buildings the region but is in keeping with trends in
described in Appendix A. The standard of compatibility can be met through scale, contemporary architectural design.
materials, and forms which may be embodied in architecture which is
contemporary as well as traditional. The replication of important historic sites in
Albemarle County is not the objective of these guidelines.
10 Buildings should relate to their site and the surrounding context of buildings. The building has been pushed to the western
property line to allow for 142 parking spaces;
parking has been relegated off of Berkmar Dr.
11 The overall design of buildings should-have human scale. Scale should be integral The height of the facade is 18'; the height of the
to the building and site design. rear elevation is 28' from grade.
12 Architecture proposed within the Entrance Corridor should use forms, shapes, OK
scale, and materials to create a cohesive whole.
13 Any appearance of"blankness" resulting from building design should be relieved The southern half of the west elevation is one
using design detail or vegetation, or both. continuous building spanning 119' with no
architectural relief except for pilasters and
regular fenestration. Only 60' (or 4.5 of the
southernmost bays) of the west elevation is
within the EC overlay, however.
• 14 Arcades, colonnades, or other architectural connecting devices should be used to No architectural connecting devices are
unify groups of buildings within a development. proposed.
15 Trademark buildings and related features should be modified to meet the This is an example of trademark architecture
requirements of the Guidelines. which has not been modified and which does
not relate to the region in form or materiality.
However, only the southern(rear) elevation and
a portion(60', or 4.5 southernmost bays) of the
west(side) elevation lie within the EC overlay
and are under consideration.
16 Window glass in the Entrance Corridors should not be highly tinted or highly Note not provided; must be provided;on the
reflective.Reflectance off the outside pane of glass should be kept below 7%. 'architectural drawings.
Specifications on the proposed window glass and samples of tinted window glass
should be submitted with the application for final review. Window glass in the
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Entrance Corridors should meet the following criteria: Visible light transmittance
(VET)shall not drop below 40%. Visible light reflectance (VLR)shall not exceed
30% Specifications on the proposed window glass should be submitted with the
application for final review.
Accessory structures and equipment
17 Accessory structures and equipment should be integrated into the overall plan of OK
development and shall,to the extent possible, be compatible with the building
designs used on the site.
18 The following should be located to eliminate visibility from the Entrance A loading area and a dumpster pad fall within
Corridor street. If, after appropriate siting,these features will still have a negative the EC overlay on the southern end of the site
visual impact on the Entrance Corridor street, screening should be provided to development, closest to the EC (Rio Rd. W).
eliminate visibility: a. Loading areas,b. Service areas, c. Refuse areas, d. Storage Additional screening around the dumpster pad
areas, e. Mechanical equipment, f. Above-ground utilities, and g. Chain link fence, may be necessary.
barbed wire, razor wire, and similar security fencing devices.
19 Screening devices should be compatible with the design of the buildings and Vegetation is used as a screening device;
surrounding natural vegetation and may consist of: a.Walls,b. Plantings, and c. however, that proposed on the southern
Fencing. boundary of the property is not in general
accordance with the plan approved in
ZMA2014-08, in which a thick, closely-planted
line of trees spanned the property boundary in
an attempt to mitigate any visibility from the
EC (Rio Rd. W). Given the current visibility of
parking on this site from Rio Rd.,the screen of
mature and dense tree plantings is necessary.
20 Surface runoff structures and detention ponds should be designed to fit into the A biofilter was built in the south end of the
natural topography to avoid the need for screening. When visible from the property as part of Phase I development.
Entrance Corridor street,these features must be fully integrated into the Additional screening around the biofilter may
landscape.They should not have the appearance of engineered features. be necessary.
21 The following note should be added to the site plan and the architectural plan: Note provided on sheet 1.
"Visibility of all mechanical equipment from the Entrance Corridor shall be
eliminated."
Lighting
General Guidelines
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22 Light should be contained on the site and not spill over onto adjacent properties or No lighting plan was submitted for review.
streets;
23 Light should be shielded, recessed or flush-mounted to eliminate glare. All
fixtures with lamps emitting 3000 lumens or more must be full cutoff fixtures.
24 Light levels exceeding 30 footcandles are not appropriate for display lots in the
Entrance Corridors. Lower light levels will apply to most other uses in the
Entrance Corridors.
25 Light should have the appearance of white light with a warm soft glow;
however, a consistent appearance throughout a site or development is required.
Consequently, if existing lamps that emit non-white light are to remain, new
lamps may be required to match them.
26 Dark brown, dark bronze, or black are appropriate colors for free-standing pole
mounted light fixtures in the Entrance Corridors.
27 The height and scale of freestanding, pole-mounted light fixtures should be
compatible with the height and scale of the buildings and the sites they are
illuminating, and with the use of the site. Typically, the height of freestanding
pole-mounted light fixtures in the Entrance Corridors should not exceed 20
feet, including the base. Fixtures that exceed 20 feet in height will typically
require additional screening to achieve an appropriate appearance from the
Entrance Corridor.
28 In determining the appropriateness of lighting fixtures for the Entrance
Corridors, the individual context of the site will be taken into consideration on
a case by case basis.
29 The following note should be included on the lighting plan: "Each outdoor Note provided on sheet 1.
luminaire equipped with a lamp that emits 3,000 or more initial lumens shall
be a full cutoff luminaire and shall be arranged or shielded to reflect light away
from adjoining residential districts and away from adjacent roads. The
spillover of lighting from luminaires onto public roads and property in
residential or rural areas zoning districts shall not exceed one half footcandle."
Guidelines for the Use of Decorative Landscape Lighting
30 light used for decorative effect shall: a.be compatible with the character of the
Entrance Corridor. Compatibility of exterior lighting and lighting fixtures is
assessed in terms of design,use, size, scale, color, and brightness. b. impact only
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the immediate site.The effect of the illumination should not be discernible from
distances along the Entrance Corridor.
31 Where used for decorative effect, outdoor light fixtures shall: a.be equipped with
automatic timing devices and shall be extinguished between the hours of 11:00
p.m. and dawn.b. be shielded and focused to eliminate glare. Glare control shall
be achieved primarily through the use of such means as cutoff fixtures, shields and
baffles, and appropriate application of mounting height,wattage, aiming angle,
fixture placement, etc. c. be cutoff luminaires, aimed so as not to project their
output beyond the objects intended to be illuminated; or non-cutoff luminaires,
equipped with glare shields, visors,barn doors, and/or other similar shielding
accessories as required to meet the following criteria: Light distribution from all _
lighting installations shall be cut-off at all angles beyond those required to restrict
direct illumination to within the perimeter of the landscape feature being -
illuminated. d. never exceed 3,000 lumens. Further restrictions on lumens may be
imposed by the ARB. e. not be modified to reflect seasonal colors. f.be of a
number that is compatible with the scale of the object and the development to be
illuminated, such that the light emitted will not over-illuminate or overpower the
site, as determined by the ARB.
Landscaping
32 Landscaping along the frontage of Entrance Corridor streets should include the The site is not adjacent to the EC, while the
following: a. Large shade trees should be planted parallel to the Entrance Corridor southernmost extent of the south boundary line
Street. Such trees should be at least 3% inches caliper(measured 6 inches above is approximately 287 feet from the northern
the ground) and should be of a plant species common to the area. Such trees edge of the EC. As such, screening along the
should be located at least every 35 feet on center. EC is not necessary. However,the conceptual
b. Flowering ornamental trees of a species common to the area should be landscape plan provided with ZMA2014-08
interspersed among the trees required by the preceding paragraph. The depicted a line of trees along the southern
ornamental trees need not alternate one for one with the large shade trees. They property line which would thoroughly obscure
may be planted among the large shade trees in a less regular spacing pattern. the proposed development on this site from the
c. In situations where appropriate, a three or four board fence or low stone wall, EC. That line of trees is not present in this
typical of the area, should align the frontage of the Entrance Corridor street. landscape plan and should be provided.
d. An area of sufficient width to accommodate the foregoing plantings and fencing
should be reserved parallel to the Entrance Corridor street, and exclusive of road Street trees have been provided along Berkmar
right-of-way and utility easements. Dr.
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33 Landscaping along interior roads: Trees could be provided along the interior entry
a. Large trees should be planted parallel to all interior roads. Such trees should be drive which stems from Berkmar Drive;
at least 2% inches caliper(measured six inches above the ground)and should be however, this portion of the site does not fall
of a plant species common to the area. Such trees should be located at least every within the EC overlay and is therefore not under
40 feet on center. ARB purview.
34 Landscaping along interior pedestrian ways: N/A: this area is outside the EC overlay and is
a. Medium trees should be planted parallel to all interior pedestrian ways. Such not under consideration.
trees should be at least 21/2 inches caliper(measured six inches above the ground)
and should be of a species common to the area. Such trees should be located at
least every 25 feet on center.
35 Landscaping of parking areas: There are 18 parking spaces within that portion
a.Large trees should align the perimeter of parking areas, located 40 feet on of the southern parking lot that falls within the
center.Trees should be planted in the interior of parking areas at the rate of one EC overlay. Therefore, two trees are required in
tree for every 10 parking spaces provided and should be evenly distributed this portion of the parking lot(currently there
throughout the interior of the parking area. are zero proposed). Large trees have not been
b. Trees required by the preceding paragraph should measure 21/2 inches caliper provided on the southern perimeter of the
(measured six inches above the ground); should be evenly spaced; and should be parking lot, although an 8'-wide swath with
of a species common to the area. Such trees should be planted in planters or smaller plantings proposed exist. Retaining
medians sufficiently large to maintain the health of the tree and shall be protected walls and utilities exist to the south of the
by curbing. swath. The proposal to thickly plant the
c. Shrubs should be provided as necessary to minimize the parking area's impact southern property boundary approved in
on Entrance Corridor streets. Shrubs should measure 24 inches in height. ZMA2014-08 is not present in this submission:
only four isolated clumps of three small,
ornamental trees each is proposed for the
southwestern corner of the site.
Shrubs (FG/Fothergilla Major) are provided on
the southwest portion of the property, with a
proposed height of 18".
All shrubs must be at least 24" in height,yet
three species in the plant material schedule are
listed as 18" in height.
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36 Landscaping of buildings and other structures: No vegetation is proposed along the south(rear)
a.Trees or other vegetation should be planted along the front of long buildings as elevation of the building. Dogwoods are
necessary to soften the appearance of exterior walls. The spacing, size, and type of proposed along the building's west elevation,
such trees or vegetation should be determined by the length,height, and blankness which is also screened by street trees and shrubs
of such walls. along Berkmar Dr.
b. Shrubs should be used to integrate the site,buildings, and other structures;
dumpsters, accessory buildings and structures; "drive thru"windows; service
areas; and signs. Shrubs should measure at least 24 inches in height.
37 Plant species required should be as approved by the Staff based upon but not OK
limited to the Generic Landscape Plan Recommended Species List and Native
Plants for Virginia Landscapes (Appendix D).
38 Plant health: Note not provided;must be provided on,final
The following note should be added to the landscape plan: "All site plantings of landscape plan
trees and shrubs shall be allowed to reach, and be maintained at,mature height; the
topping of trees is prohibited. Shrubs and trees shall be pruned minimally and only to
support the overall health of the plant."
Check The number of plants shown in the plant schedule corresponds to the number -OK
of plants shown on the plan
Check Limit the number of proposed plants for any one All trees (including evergreens)= 68/4= 17
species to 25% of the total proposed for that plant type (tree, shrub). Nellie Stevens Holly=22 and must be reduced
in number to :17. Total shrubs= 104/4=26; FG
=27, but ok.
Site Development and layout
Development pattern
39 The relationship of buildings and other structures to the Entrance Corridor street OK.
and to other development within the corridor should be as follows:
a. An organized pattern of roads, service lanes,bike paths, and pedestrian walks No significant features exist,but approximately
should guide the layout of the site. 16 extant,mature trees have been/will be
b. In general,buildings fronting the Entrance Corridor street should be parallel to removed and should be replaced.
the street. Building groupings should be arranged to parallel the Entrance Corridor
street.
c. Provisions should be made for connections to adjacent pedestrian and vehicular
circulation systems.
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d. Open spaces should be tied into surrounding areas to provide continuity within
the Entrance Corridor.
e. If significant natural features exist on the site(including creek valleys, steep
slopes, significant trees or rock outcroppings), to the extent practical, then such
natural features should be reflected in the site layout. If the provisions of Section
32.5.2.n of the Albemarle County Zoning Ordinance apply,then improvements
required by that section should be located so as to maximize the use of existing
features in screening such improvements from Entrance Corridor streets.
f.The placement of structures on the site should respect existing views and vistas
on and around the site.
Site Grading
40 Site grading should maintain the basic relationship of the site to surrounding Site graded in Phase I development as per
conditions by limiting the use of retaining walls and by shaping the terrain previous approvals.
through the use of smooth,rounded land forms that blend with the existing
terrain. Steep cut or fill sections are generally unacceptable. Proposed contours
on the grading plan shall be rounded with a ten foot minimum radius where they
meet the adjacent condition.Final grading should achieve a natural,rather than
engineered, appearance.Retaining walls 6 feet in height and taller,when
necessary, shall be terraced and planted to blend with the landscape.
41 No grading,trenching,or tunneling should occur within the drip line of any trees Fencing of 2 preserved trees shown on site
or other existing features designated for preservation in the final Certificate of plans.
Appropriateness. Adequate tree protection fencing should be shown on, and
coordinated throughout,the grading, landscaping and erosion and sediment
control plans.
42 Areas designated for preservation in the fmal Certificate of Appropriateness
should be clearly delineated and protected on the site prior to any grading activity
on the site.This protection should remain in place until completion of the
development of the site.
43 Preservation areas should be protected from storage or movement of heavy
equipment within this area.
44 Natural drainage patterns (or to the extent required,new drainage patterns) should OK
be incorporated into the finished site to the extent possible.
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is Preliminary Site Development Plan Checklist for Completeness
® 8 collated copies
A. Written description of the proposal
® Provide a general description of all proposed work.
® Explain how the proposal is compatible with the surrounding area and the Entrance Corridor.
B. Site plan showing the following(drawn to the scale of 1"=20',clearly legible and folded):
® Location(s)of proposed building(s)on the site.
® Schematic layout of parking,travelways,and other improvements.
® Location of existing and proposed tree lines. Individually identify trees of a 6-inch caliper or greater.
® Existing and proposed topography drawn with contour intervals of 2-feet, and with sufficient off-site
topography to describe prominent and pertinent off-site features and physical characteristics, but in
no case less than 50-feet outside of the site.
• Location and size of existing and proposed utilities and easements. Identify type of utility and extent
of easement.
® Conceptual stormwater management plan.
Z Conceptual landscaping that meets or exceeds the requirements outlined in the ARB guidelines.
® Sheet number,total number of sheets,date of the drawing,date and description of the latest revision,and
contact information for the firm preparing the drawings in the title block on all drawings.
C. Appearance of the proposed building(s)
® Show a representation of the appearance of the proposed building(s). This must include architectural
elevations drawn to the scale of at least 1116"=1'-0". This may also include perspective sketches,or
photos of the proposed building(s). These documents should provide a basic understanding of:
® The size,form,and scale of the building.
® The architectural style of the building.
Z The proposed building materials and Icolor(s).1 Commented[HM1]:Samples of the proposed colors(i.e.,pain
chips)would he helpful for review
D. Additional material
® Provide labeled, color, 8-%" x 11' photographs of the site as seen from both directions on the
Entrance Corridor.
® The applicant is welcome to submit any additional material that will make the preliminary review more
productive. Drawings or other submittal items that clarify topography,visibility, utilities,landscaping,
or other unique or unusual conditions are welcome.
® Site sections may be useful.
® Signatures