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October 4, 2019
Cameron Langille
Senior Planner
County of Albemarle
Dept. of Community Development
401 McIntire Road, North Wing
Charlottesville, VA 22902-4596
1001 Boulders Parkway
Suite 300
Richmond, VA 23225
RE: SDP201900001 Berkmar Drive Apartments — Final Site Plan
Mr. Langille:
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On behalf of our client, Berkmar Apartments, LLC, we are pleased to resubmit for Albemarle County's review
the site plan for Berkmar Drive Apartments, revised per comments provided by county Staff. Please find
attached to this letter 11 full size sets (24"x36") of the revised site plans.
Below is the latest edition of the County's review comments, followed by the response in bold italics:
Albemarle County Planning Services
Cameron Langille
Avq&able Comments from -initial Site Plan A.c.tiont 24, 2
[4.16.1] A recreation substitution request was approved as part of the initial site plan with the condition
that specific items of equipment proposed within the two outdoor tot lots, or "playgrounds" would be
shown on the final site plan. The comment response letter from the applicant states that "the detailed
design of the recreation areas and amenities is currently underway, and detailed plans reflecting the
equipment shown in the previous exhibit will be provided prior to final site plan approval." Please
provide more details on the proposed tot lots/recreation areas. This includes construction details/cut-
sheets for specific equipment items as outlined by the County Zoning Ordinance. The following
facilities must be provided in the tot lots/playground:
a. [4.16.2.1] The recreation substitution request allowed for a total of 8,000 square feet of tot lot
recreation area to be provided within two separate playgrounds ("Playground A" and
"Playground B") in the project. Each tot lot must contain the following equipment:
One (1) swing (four (4) seats);
ii. One (1) slide;
iii. Two (2) climbers;
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iv. One (1) buckabout or whirl;
v. Two (2) benches.
Rev. 1: Comrnerlt. partially addressed. The recreation substitution request (see
attached exhibit.) states that the propose.(] equipment will be shown in detail on the
final site plan submittal
Response: Acknowledged flay equipment cut sheets have been shown on LO.0.
b. Calculations identifying; the minimum recreation facilities required must be provided on the
site plan. '171is includes the total quantity of tot lot equipment, the pool/deck area, outdoor
gathering; areas, fitness center, pond overlook and clubhouse that were approved with the
recreation substitution request.
Response: Cah-ulation of'required and proposed recreation facilities are provided on the
Cover ,Vheet
c. The recreation areas must he shown on all applicable drawings and comply with the equipment
and size standards specified in Section 4.16.1 of the Zoning Ordinance.
Response: 1he proposed recreation areas have been added to the site plans on all layout
sheets.
d. Detail cut sheets for tot lot equipment roust be provided in the construction details on the site
plan.
Response: Acknowledged. Play equipment cut sheets have been shown on I.t5.0.
e. [4.1631 The following; notes rousthe added to the site Man, including; Sheet CQ.0, the amenity
plan (currently not included in plan set), and construction details sheet:
i. "Recreational equipment and facilities shall be maintained in a sate condition and
replaced as necessary-Mairlterrar►c0 shall be the responsibility of the property owner if
rental ►snits or a horneowners' association if sale units."
ii. "Recreational facilities shall be completed when fifty (50) percent of the units have
received certificates of occupancy."
Response: The above notes have been added to the cover sheet (('0 0) and the
amenity plan (1-5.0).
2. [32.5.2 (a)] Please add a note to Sheet C0.0 stating; the most recent instrument numbers (dead book and
pages) for all recorded plats and deeds associated with parcels within the development. This includes
the recorded instrunent for the recently approved boundary line adjustment plat (tit. B20180f1226).
Response: A rejer wre to the approved boundary line adjustment plat is listed on the cover sheet
under item 119. The dead book and page number of the recorded plat have been added to the cover
sheet and existing conditions sheet.
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a. Sheets C2.0, 2.0, 3.0, and others still identify parcels A-D and the old TMP numbers, acreages,
owners, and zoning districts. These drawings should be updated to reflect the revised TMP 32-
54 that was recorded through the approved BLA plat (SUB201800226).
Response: The existing conditions plan and associated sheets were updated to reflect the
revised boundary line per BLA plat SUB201800226.
b. Please be aware that the easement plat referenced in comment # 18 below should also be
referenced on the final site plan once it is recorded.
Response: The deed book and pages for all plats associated with the project will be listed
once additional easement plats are submitted, approved, and recorded.
[32.5.2 (a)] Per the recorded BLA plat (SUB201800226), please provide labels across all applicable
drawings that identify the R-15 and RA zoned portions of TMP 32-54. labels for all adjacent parcels
shown on the plans.
Response: The limits of the R-15 and RA zoning are shown on the existing conditions plan, sheet
C2.0. The cover sheet has been updated to list the acreages of R-15 and RA zoning within the singular
parcel.
4. [32.5.2 (a)] The existing cemetery location has been revised and shown on site plan and appears to be
consistent with the cemetery location identified on the survey plat recorded in DB 5107 pages 617-620.
Please be aware that the Code of Virginia, Section § 57-27.1 requires owners of private property on
which graves or cemeteries are located to provide an access easement granting ingress and egress to
certain parties wishing to visit the cemetery. Prior to final site plan approval, an access easement will
need to be reviewed, approved, and recorded granting ingress and egress to the cemetery, in accordance
with provisions of the Code of Virginia. Please visit the Code of Virginia using the following link for
additional information: LINK.
Response: A 20' wide cemetery access easement has been depicted on the layout plan, providing a
path from lire right-of-way to the cemetery. The deed book and page number of the easement plat
will be labeled on the plan after plat approval.
a. The private access easement can eb created with the easement plat referenced in comment #18
below. Once the easement plat is approved and recorded, all drawings in the site plan that label
"Variable width private cemetery easement" will need to be revised so that the recorded
instrument number for the plat and any associated deeds is referenced in the callout.
Response: The deed book and pages for all plats associated with the project will be listed
once additional easement plats are submitted, approved, and recorded.
5. [32.5.2 (a)] Please state the application numbers of all approved Special Use Permit and Zoning Map
Amendments (ZMA) that apply to the development in Note 7 on Sheet CO.O.TMP 32-54 is subject to
ZMA199200014 and SP199500025. State these application numbers in Note 7.
Response: The Special Use Permits and Zoning Map Amendments associated with the property have
been added to note 7 of the cover sheet.
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a. Please add all pages of the approved Action Letter from SP199500025 as an exhibit on Sheol.
CIA Per applicant response, all applicable ZMA and SP application nurr►hers will be
relbrenced on the final site plan prior to approval.
Response: The pages from SP199500025 have been added to sheet C1.1.
6. [32.5.2 (a) I Please identify the rninirnurn 5' side building setback line on Sheets C4.0-4.2 in accordance
with comment 1125 below.
Response: The 5' minimum side building setback is depicted on the lapout plan on sheets C4. 0--C4.2.
132.5.2 (b)] Please provide a table; indicating the quantity of units proposed within each building. The
table should include columns indicating; grow many units rr►easuring; less than 500 sq. It., l hedroorn,
and 2 or more bedrooms arc proposed within each building. Per applicant response letter, a table with
the unit count will be provided with the final site plan.
a. The total unit count by bedrooms should be specified so that stall' can verily that adequate
parking; spaces are provided in accordance with the rnultifit roily dwelling units parking;
rccluirernents specified in Section 4.12.6 ofthe Zoning Ordinance. Per applicant response letter,
a table with the unit Gourd will be provided with the. final site plan. Staff will verify that the
parking provided complies with the Zoning; Ordinance requirements at that trine.
Response. A unit hreakdown table has been added to the cover sheet under note #18, adjacent
to the parking calculations.
8. [32.5.2 (b) ] In accordance with Section 184.12.13 (e), please show the dimensions for the dumpster
pad and associated improverrrent,5 on Sheet C4.2. Per applicant response, compacter and enclosure
details will be provided as cut -sheets on subsequent submittal.
Response: The dimensions of the dumpster pad and enclosure have been added to sheet CA.2.
Compactor and enclosure details will he added to the plan set pending final design by the architect.
9. [4.12.19 and .;2.7.9.7 (a)(3)1 Please providea profile view detail with dimensions and .materials of the
trash compactor enclosure to verify compliance with the screenings requirements contained in the
Zoning, Ordinance,. Please note that fences or other constructed screening; rneasures must he a minirnurn
of'six feet (fi') in height, as specified in 32.7.9.7 (e). Per applicant response:, compacter and enclosure
details will be provided as cut-sllcets on subsequent. submittal.
Response: Compactor and enclosure details will he added to the plan sel pending final design by the
arch itect.
10. [32.5.2 (n) and 32.7.2.3] A sidewalk (anti staircase if necessary) should be installed to provide access
to buildings 3 and 4 from the four (4) parking spaces north of the structures. Additionally, a sidewalk
(and staircase if necessary) should be: installed to provide access from tho 13 parking spaces north of
building; 2 to the sidewalk on the east side ol' buildings, 2.
Response: Currently no staircase is desired between buildings :3 and 4. Potential staircaselramping
is being discuss amongst the design leant fur the area north of Building 2, and may he shown on a
subsequent plan submission.
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11. [32.7.2.3] There are four locations where ADA compliant striping is provided across within travel ways
to connect handicap parking spaces to sidewalks on both sides of the travel way. In these four locations,
only one side of the sidewalk has CG-12 ramps where sidewalks terminate at drive aisles. CG-12 ramps
should be provided where sidewalks terminate at drive aisles on both sides. Locations are as follows:
a. Sidewalk on east side of travel way between buildings 2 and 10.
b. Sidewalk on east side of travel way between buildings 2 and 10.
c. Sidewalk on south side of travel way north of building 3.
d. Sidewalk on south side of travel way north of building 4.
Response: CG-12 ramps with detectable warning surfaces have been added at the requested
locations
12. [32.5.2 (n)] Please state the height of all proposed fences and retaining walls in the labels used on the
drawings. Per applicant response, profile view/plan view construction details of all proposed fences,
retaining walls, and constructed screening measures will be provided on a subsequent submittal
showing materials and dimensions.
a. See Engineering Division and Inspections Division comments for additional details on
retaining wall requirements.
Response: Wall and fence heights have been labeled on the layout and grading plans. Full
wall design is pending by others, and will be provided prior to FSP approval.
13. [4.7 (d)] All proposed open space areas that will be privately owned shall be subject to a legal instrument
ensuring the maintenance and preservation of the open space that is approved by the agent and the
county attorney in conjunction with the approval of the subdivision plat or site plan. Per applicant
response, the instrument for privately owned open space will be submitted, reviewed, and approved
prior to final site plan approval.
a. Prior to final site plan approval, an casement or maintenance agreement must be resubmitted,
reviewed, and approved by the County that demonstrates that private open space areas
(including the tree save areas that will be used to earn the density bonus, and recreational open
space areas) meet this requirement for maintenance and preservation. Per response noted above,
the instrument ensuring maintenance of privately owned open space will be submitted during
review of the final site plan. This can be accomplished through an subdivision easement
application.
Response: Maintenance agreements for open space are in progress and will be executed prior
to FSP approval.
14. [32.5.2 (e)] Please provide more details about the existing landscape features as described in Section
18-32.7.9.4(c).
a. The Albemarle County Conservation Plan Checklist and Chapter 3.38 of the Virginia Erosion
and Sediment Control handbook. The Conservation Plan Checklist will need to be signed by
the owners and provided as an exhibit on major amendment prior to approval. The checklist
will need to be provided as an exhibit on the final site plan and signed by the owners. Some of
the existing tree canopy on the north side of the development is being retained in orderto satisfy
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minimum landscaping requirements of the Zoning Ordinance.
b. [32.7.9.4 (c)I In both tree save areas, please identify the locations of all exisling vegetation
types that. will he preserved. Use callout to identify the species of each vegetation type. Acid
a table to the Landscape: Platys that identify the quantities, caliper, and height of all vegetation
within these areas that will be saved. 'litre. landscape plan identifies existing wooded areas to be
preserved, but specific information on types ol'vegetation, including species, quantity, caliper,
height are not noted.
Response: Noted. Refer to U. 0 to L4.8 for the 'free Inventory injormation.
c. The grading drawings and landscape plans should show the tree and vege:talion protection
measures that will be installed to protect existing vegetation frotrl distin-bance. The limits of
disturbance should be labeled on both drawings and symbology should he added for the fences
or other protection treasures that will be installed.
Response. Noted and revised.
15. [32.7.9.7] A double staggered row with 3 PIN TAL, trees are shown at the. southwest corner of the site.
In order to rneet the Ordinance scrocning, requirerents, shrubs and/or evergreen trees tnusl be provided
in the gaps between the three trees and the rest of huffier landscaping. The bufR-r should extend a111he
way south to the comer of the site.
Response: Noted and revised.
a. [32.7.9.7 (c) and 32.7.9.7 (d)I Update the Plant Schedule on Sheet 1.2.0 once the additional
landscaping is added to Sheet I I M Update the individual canopy totals, quantity, and overall
canopy provided colurnns/rows.
Response. Noted and revived.
b. Update the "Calculations" and "provided" columns of the Parking Screening Requirements
table on Sheet L2.0 once: the additional vegetation is added to the plans.
Response: Noted and revived
16. [32.7.9.811 Jpdate the "Tree Cover Calculations" table on Sheet I ,2.0 so that the total canopy coverage
provided on sits reflects the added vegetation required in the; previous comment.
Response: Noted and revised.
17. 1-32.7.8 and 4.171 Please revise the lighting plan sheets as follows:
a. 14.17.4 (a)I The lutninaire schedule on Sheet L,3.0 does not include a column stating the lumens
ernission far each luminaire lypcs. 'this information must be provided so That staff can verify
which luminaires must he filll cutofffixtures.
Response: Noted A column has been ridded to denote the lumens emission jor each
luminaire type. Refer to light fixture eut sheets for Dark Sky compliance it!lbrmation.
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b. [4.17.4 (a)] Please provide documentation from the manufacturer that all proposed outdoor
luminaries exceeding 3,000 lumens are full -cutoff fixtures. The cut -sheets on L3.1-3.4 are the
entire manufacturer cut -sheets that do not clearly identify which options are being selected for
the five luminaires proposed within the development_ Staff cannot verify which, if any,
luminaires will be equipped with full -cutoff fixtures.
Response: Noted Cut sheets have been clearly marked as to selected options within
compliance offull cutofffrxture requirement.
c. [4.17.4 (b)(2)] The manufacturer cut -sheets do not clearly verify that all luminaires will
shielded to reflect light away from adjoining residential and rural area districts. This
information must be provided for applicable luminaires.
Response: Noted Refer to cut sheet for Type S2H which has an internal house side shield
denoted and highlighted
d. [4.17.4] The Calculations Summary table on Sheet L3.0 does not identify what maintenance
factor has been used to calculate the footcandle measurements shown on the photometric plan.
Albemarle County requires the maintenance factor must be 1.0 for photometric plans. Please
provide this information on a subsequent submittal, and revise the photometric plan if
footcandles exceed 0.5 at the property lines adjacent to residential or rural area zoning.
Response: Noted and revised. The calculations were done with the maintenance factor of
1.0. This has been added to the table and is shown as LLF (light loss factor). Refer to the
calculation table which shows that the photometric plan does not exceed 0.5 footcandles at
the property line.
e. The fixture symbols used in the Luminaire Schedule on Sheet L3.0 are identical for different
luminaires types. Each luminaire should be identified by a unique symbol. Please revise.
Response: Noted Luminaire types and wall packs have been designated with different
symbols. The fixture labels distinguish the differences in distributions, as the pole height
and fixture styles are all the same.
18. [32.6.2 (d) and Chapter 14] Please submit an easement plat and application to the County that shows
all new easements proposed by the site plan. This includes all new drainage, stormwater, public access
easements, etc. The easement plat must be reviewed, approved, and recorded prior to approval of the
final site plan. Per applicant response, an easement plat application will be submitted to the County for
review, approval, and recordation prior to final site plan approval.
Response: An easement plat and application are in progress will be submitted prior to site plan
approval.
19. [General Comment] Prior to final site plan approval, a WPO plan must be submitted, reviewed, and
approved by the Engineering Division. Please see Engineering comments below for additional
information.
Response: The WPO plan has been submitted and the applicant is awaiting comments from the
Engineering Division.
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20. [General Coninientl The Existing Conditions drawing identifies an "Existing 35' fVW per plat in DIi
569, page 32" rumlirlg across the site. The BLA plat (SUB201800226) vacated a segment of That
feature. Please rernove it frorn the existing conditions drawing„ per the recorded plat.
Response. The 35' R/W has; been removed from the existing conditions plan per the RLA plat
New Comments Final ,Site Plan:
21. lGeneral Comment] (fin Sheet C4.3, the legend makes reference to an "Amenity flan" for
paverrtentlsurfacing, within the designated playground areas. However, an "Amenity flan" sheet is not
listed oil the Index and staffeaunot find any exhibits titled "Amenity flan." Please advise.
Response: An amenity plan has been added to the plan set as shown on shee& M.0 -- L6.0.
22. 14.16.11 On all applicable sheets, please label the two playground areas as "Playground A" and
"Playground B."
Response: Noted and revised on all site plan sheets.
23. ['lease add the Site Review Committee signature panel (attached) to County Approval panel oil Sheet
C0.0.
Response. Ike Mte Review Committee signature panel has been adder[ to the bottom right corner of
the cover sheet.
24. [32.5.2 (a)I Under Note 16 cart Sheet C0.0, state the rnTrnmurn stepback requirements for the R-15
District height. regulations, in accordance with Section 18.8 of the 'Zoning Ordinance:
a. "Nun--infill stepbacks - Front: For each story that begins above forty (40) fret in height or fior
each storyabove the third story, whichever is less, in height shall be 15 feet."
Response: Note #16 has been updated with the minimum stepback requirements its
requested.
25. [32.5.2 (a)l I'lic Zoning Ordinance was amended on July 17, 2019 and the minimum side setback
requirements have changed for the R-15 Zoning District. ['lease make the fallowing, revisions:
a. llnder Note 2:3 on Sheet C'0.0, please revise the: rninirnurn side setback requirement: so that i1
states: "5 feet, unless the building, shares a common wall; provided that (a) in the RA 0 and R-
15 districts if-tlte abutting lot is zoned residential other than R-10 and R--15, Rural Areas, or the
Monticello Historic district, any dwelling unit that exceeds 15 feet in height shall he sel. back 5
fist plus one loot for each foot the dwelling unit exceeds 35 feet in height; and (b) any minimum
side setback otherwise required by This section may be reduced in accordance: with section
4.11.3"
Response: The minimum side setback language has been updated on tlae cover sheet under
the 'Wetbacks"section as requested.
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b. On Sheet C4.0-4.3, please show and label the 5' minimum side setback lines on the layout.
Response: The minimum S'side building setback has been depicted and labeled on the layout
plan, sheets C4.0-C4.2.
CDD Inspections
Michael Dellinger
• Add the following notes to the general notes page:
o Retaining walls greater than 3 feet in height require a separate building permit. Walls
exceeding 4 feet in height require a stamped engineered design also. Walls require inspections
as outlined in the USBC.
O Accessible parking spaces and access isles shall not have a surface slope greater than 1:48,
Access isles shall be at the same level as the parking space they serve.
O ALL water lines, sewer lines, and fire lines from the main to the structure MUST have a visual
inspection performed by the building department.
o All roof drams shall discharge in a manner not to cause a public nuisance and not over
sidewalks.
Response: The requested notes have been added to the Albemarle County Standards Notes
sheet, C1.2.
Engineering Comments
David James
1. [John A., ISP comment] Obtain and furnish copy of wetland delineation coordination with the U.S.
Army Corps of Engineers. Provide copy or evidence of permit coordination with the USACE for
impacts to waters of the U.S., or wetlands, consistent with federal and state law.
Response: Wetland delineation coordination is underway and will be provided prior to final site plan
approval.
Comment still valid.
2. Submit a VSMP application for review. The VSMP plan must be approved prior to FSP approval.
Response: VSMP plan has been submitted and is currently under review.
3. Remove sheets C3.0 — C3.4 (E&SC plan related).
Response: The erosion control plan and stormwater management sheets have been removed from this
plan set and will only appear in the WPO plan.
4. Show any improvements outside of VDOT ROW in an easement (landscape, sidewalk, drainage, etc)
and easements to be dedicated to the public.
Response: No public improvements are proposed outside VDOT ROW fir this project.
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5. Show any offsite work in an eascrnent (outside of'property line). A letter ol'perrrrission from an off -site
property owner will Suffice for the purposes of plan review or record a plat.
Response: Private easements for ojfvite work have been added to life utility and grading plans. These
private easements have been recorded under a pirate easement plat.
6. Sheet 2.0/3.0: Verily drain inlet location near proposed entrance installation.
Response: Proposed inlet information leased on design plans for 13erkmar Drive Extension.
Ensure 100% capture at entrance so no site runotl' llow runs out entrance into street travel lanes. I VDOT
DM 9.4.5.2, 9.4.6.21 Will proposed entrance require culvert(s)7
Response: Inlet spread calculations have been added to sheet C6.10, showing .100% capture at the
project entrance.
8. Show accurate wall thickness & battier on the plan view sheets.
Response: Wall thickness shown are approximate and will he revised oncefinal wall design is
provided by others.
9. Show retaining; wall localions and footer depth on the utility profile sheets.
Response: Wall footers will be added to the profile views once final wall design is provided by others.
10. Structural design plants will be required for wails over 4' high.
Response. Wall design plans by others will be provided for review once completed
11. Show safety railings for walls over 30" high on the plans where next to vehicle or pedestrian travelways.
[USM, P€;• 221
Response. 4afety fending has been proposed for all retaining walls.
12. Sheet 6.2: Tic in grading along; roadway.
Response: Grades at the entrance oj]'BerkmarDrive have heen revised to tie into existing grade.
1:3. Grading; — Constructed slopes steeper than 3.1 must be permanently stabilized with vegetation hardier
than grass, which will not require mowing. Low maintenance is key. 1-11g blig ht/Shade areas where
required. [USM, pg. 221
Response. Applicant acknowledges and appreciates maintenance concerns.%r slopes beyond 3:1.
Development is willing and able to maintain slopes on -site between 3:1 and 2:1.
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14. Sheet 4.0 - 4.2:
a. Label/callout the inner parking lot curbing with VDOT designations. If no curb required, label
the EOP.
Response: The inner parking lot curb has been labeled as CG-2 and CG-6 where applicable.
b. Label/callout CG-12.
Response: Labels have been added for the CG-12 ramps & detectable warning surfaces. The
legend also depicts the detectable warning surfaces.
c. Label all sidewalk widths.
Response: The width of each section of sidewalk has been labeled. As shown, the sidewalk is
6' ar jacent to parking spaces and 4' leading to buildings.
d. Cal lout where any transitions occur.
15. Sheet 6.1/etc:
a. Add drain inlet before curb bumpout and gutter along parking near buildings 1 & 3.
Response: Grades storm network have been revised to direct runoff to inlets in all areas
throughout the site.
b. Correct the grading near Mail Kiosk. The slope appears to exceed 2:1. [DSM, pg. 22]
Response: Grading at the mail kiosk has been revised to eliminate grades beyond 2:1.
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a. Shaw profile for pipes & structures shown on Sheet 6.2, lnsel. I-2.
Response: Profile for pipes along access drive have heen added to the plans on sheet C6.5.
b. Show pipe runs: Stonn 5 to 3, 3 to 1, 61 to 3.
Response. Profiles for all proposed storm trunk lines have been added to the plans on sheets
C0.3-C6.S
c. Show IIGL, Label pipe: crossing's separation distance, ensure P rain.
Response: 1167. and pipe crossings have been added to the storm and utility profiles,
respectively.
d. Provide. 2.0' or % I.) minimum cover (whichever is greater). Ensure cover is adequate for pipes
6-12.
Response: Minimum cover has been provided for all pipes, where possible. For runs between
I' and 2' cover, Class 1V RC7' has been specified.
17. Sheet 6.5/etc:
a. Access hole spacing is 50' (max) for 12." dia. pipe: or less.
Response. The storm system has been updated to comply with this requirement.
1). Show lablcs for pipes & stnrctures shown on Sheet 6.2, Inset 1-2.
Response: Storm schedule has been revised to include all proposed infrastructure.
18. Sheet 7.0/7.1: larbel/show'[OC line, I.,OD.
Response: Sheets 7.0 &. 7.1 have been removed from this plan set and moved to the WPO plan set.
The comment will he addressed with the subsequent WI'O submission.
19. Shcot 7.2.: babel/show catchment areas, TOC, 0 for the inlet structures. Provide inlet c1csign tales.
Response. The Inlet Drainage Area Map has been renumbered as sheet Co. Catchment areas and
runoff coefficients are labeled on this sheet, and corresponding inlet design calculations arefound
on sh eel C6. 9.
20. Label ditches & channels. Provide design tales. Show geometry and adequate linirip information.
21. Show culverts are designed adequately (talcs).
Response: Culvert calculations have been added to sheet C6.10.
22. Show storm drain pipes are. designed adequately (talcs).
Response: Storm sewer calculations art, shown on .sheet C6.9 and all pipes have adequate capacity.
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23. Submit profile of the entrance road. Minimum K values of 5 for crest and 15 for sag should be met.
24. Show stationing & labels for the entrance road.
25. Label street name or designation.
Response (23-25): Proposed access drive off Berkmar Drive is a private drive aisle, and not
geometrically designed as a public roadway. Drive aisle is designed with same considerations as other
drive aisle throughout the site.
26. Show street address sign at entrance & at opposite side from stop sign.
Response: A double -sided street address sign has been added by the entrance as requester.
27. Show 10' wide (min) vehicle maintenance access to the SWM facility's forebay & riser structure.
[DSM, pg. 121
Response: SWM access easement will be finalized upon revised VSMP plan pending comments from
County review.
28. Provide estimate of cut/fill volumes for the entrance road & for the total site.
Response. Proposed access drive off Berkmar Drive is a private drive aisle, and not geometrically
designed as a public roadway. Drive aisle is designed with same considerations as other drive aisle
throughout the site, and the cut/fdl is included as part of the total development.
29. Note: There is some disagreement between the drawing and GIS where existing site features are shown.
For example, the existing stream to the north and pond is shown inside the property line. On GIS it's
outside.
Response: The existing site features shown are based off a topographic survey performed by
Timmons Group from 03111119 to 03115119 under the supervision of Greg Delano. Existing
conditions shown have been confirmed in the field by a professional land surveyor.
30. Note: Stormwater management / Drainage design will be reviewed for local/state compliance with the
VSMP plan.
Response: VSMP plan has been submitted and is currently under review.
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Andrew Slack
1001 Boulders Parkway
Suite 300
Richmond, VA 23225
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The applicant should contact this office with a list of three ("3) proposed road names to this office filr approval as
a private road name for this developinerrt. Please contact this office: directly with any questions or the three (3)
proposed road names.
Response: The applicant has providedpotential road names.for the project and is currently coordinating with
Vail-,
Department of Transportation
Adam Moore
Land Use
I . The WP-2 standard requires mill and overlay of the adjacent travel lane. Please show these limits of the
plans.
Response.: Mill and overlay limits have heen extended to the full width ol'the adjacent travel lane and
labeled on the pavement plan, sheet C 4.3.
2. Please provide drainage calculations for proposed storm water structure tying into the Roadside ditch,
prc and post construction for adequacy of discharge. Also please plol HGI, on profilo. The drainage
information should be on the plan sheets.
Response: Final stormwater design is pending based on feedback form MM' plan submitted to the
County. Upon revised KYMP plan, aftnal hydraulic design of discharge points will be provided
3. Please provide trip generation data anti tour lane warrant analysis.
Response: Turn lane warrant analysis is in progress and will he provided prior to I:SI' approval.
4. (;G-12 Ramps need to be perpendicularto each other for guidance into crosswalk.
Response: The ramps at the site entrance have been updated to he perpendicular to each other.
Albemarle County Service Authority
Richard Nelson
General
1. Offsite sewer and water upgrade plans will aecd to he approved prior to final approval.
Response: Noted ►'laps will be provided prior to final appro val.
2. Submit 3 copies of updated plan set wilh PE stamp and signature.
Response: An additional three copies of the plan set have been included far A CSA review.
3. AC,'SA is reviewing and discussing available sewer capacity concerns, with the proposed design of
another development starting, back up.
Response: Discussions addressing sewer capacity are pending.
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4. RWSA flow acceptable will be required. Provide proposed construction start and full build -out.
Response: Anticipated construction start date is January 1, 2020. Anticipated completion date is
July 1, 2021.
5. Provide fixture counts to determine water meter size.
Response: Fixture counts and water meter sizing tables based offAWWA standards have been
added to sheet C5.4.
6. Show water main profiles.
Response: Water main profiles have been added to sheet C5.7 & C5.8.
Sheet C5.0
1. Maintain 10' separation between FHA and FDC.
Response: The utilityplan has been updated to provide a minimum separation of 10'.
2. ACSA water and sewer utilities will not be permitted under proposed retaining wall. Explore
alternate routes, if necessary. Schedule a meeting with ACSA to discuss alternate routes, if
necessary.
Response: The water and sewer lines by the maintenance building have been rerouted to avoid
the retaining wall per previous phone discussion. Steel sleeves are proposed for the utility lines
that cannot avoid traveling beneath retaining walls.
3. Show gate valves for fire Iines.
Response: Gate valves have been added to the fire lines after the 8"x6" tees.
4. Call -out 6x4 tee for service lines.
Response: Per previous phone discussion, 6x4 tees are not required.
5. Call -out pipe and fitting sizes.
Response: Pipe sizes and typical water appurtenances have been called out on sheets C5.1-05.2.
A detailed view of the location and size of each fitting is shown on the waterline profiles, sheets
CS. 7-5.8.
6. Reroute portion of water main to FHA for maintenance building, as shown on plans.
Response: The water main has been rerouted as requested.
7. Call out sewer segment 17_15 and MH 17 as privately owned.
Response: The sanitary segment from MH17-MH15 has been labeled as private, and the utility
easement no longer encompasses this pipe.
8. You may want to explore leaving the stub -out by building 9 outside the pavement if a future
bonnection is anticipated.
Response: A stub -out for future connection is not desired at this time. The water line by building
9 was reduced to 6" and terminates with a 90" bend to a FHA as marked up by ACSA.
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9. Provide easeruents around Fl lA's.
1.001 Boulders Parkway
Suite 300
Richmond, VA 23225
Response. -Easements ore now shown around the fare hydrant assemblies.
10. Rein ove valves, as shown on plans.
Response: Valves have been removed as requested
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On behalf of our client and Tinimons (croup, we appreciate the opportunity to continue working with t1w County
of Alhernarlo staff on tbe developnicut of this multif rrnily product.. ll'there are any questions or corrunotits,
please feel free to contact me at nuitchelLhowser(a),tirnrions. corn or (804) 200-6485.
Respectfully submitted,
Mitch Bowser, PE
Project Manager
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