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COUNTY OF ALBEMARLE
Department of Community Development
401 McIntire Road, North Wing
Charlottesville, Virginia 22902-4596
Phone (434) 296-5832 Fax (434) 972-4176
March 16, 2020
Chris Fuller
92 Oak Forest Circle
Charlottesville, VA 22901
chris(athehousin lg ab.org / (248) 535-6088
RE: Review Comment Letter #2: ZMA-2019-00016 2231 Bamboo Grove
Mr. Fuller:
Staff has reviewed your initial submittal for the zoning map amendment, ZMA201900016 Bamboo Grove. We have
questions and comments which we believe should be addressed before we can recommend favorably on your ZMA
request. We would be glad to meet with you to discuss these issues. Our comments are provided below:
General Application Comments:
1. Project narrative:
i. The narrative states that two units of affordable housing and a greenway dedication will be proffered.
However, no draft proffer statement has been submitted for review. A proffer statement conforming with
the County Attorney's office template for proffer statements needs to be prepared and submitted in order
for any official proffers to be proposed. A copy of the template has been attached and can be edited as
necessary. Rev. 1: Comment not fully addressed. See Housing Planner comments attached for
necessary revisions to the proffer statement.
ii. The proffer related to the greenway dedication should include stipulations regarding the timing for
dedication of the proposed greenway area. Rev. 1: Comment addressed.
iii. The proffer related to affordable housing should incorporate the information and parameters specified by
the County's housing planner, Stacy Pethia. See the attached comments from Ms. Pethia for additional
information. Rev. 1: Comment not fully addressed. See Housing Planner comments attached for
necessary revisions.
iv. Please consider adding a proffer that restricts the types of uses that can occur on the property. Since the
concept plan isn't being proffered, the potential to do any of the by -right uses under Section 15.2.1 of the
Zoning Ordinance will be possible if the ZMA gets approved. Since the applicant knows that they want to
do a single-family detached bonus level cluster development, a proffer should be provided stating which
use types under Section 15.2.1 will be allowed and which will be restricted. This will provide a level of
certainty to staff, the Planning Commission, and the Board of Supervisors about what the actual
development will end up being should the ZMA be approved. Please contact Planning staff if you wish to
receive more guidance on how to word/write the language for this proffer. Rev. 1: Comment response
from applicant has been acknowledged. Applicant desires to retain flexibility of housing types such
as single-family detached and duplexes. Staff understands this, but please be aware that the future
staff report may mention that certain dwelling unit types such as quadraplexes are arguably out of
character with adiacent residential units. These would still be permitted by -right under the
requested R-4 zoning. To be clear, staff agrees with the applicant that single family attached,
detached, duplexes, and townhomes are appropriate unit types even considering adjacent uses.
V. See comment #6 under the "Concept Plan" section of this letter and comments from the transportation
planning reviewer, Dan Butch. If a proffer statement is provided, please include a proffer stating that a
new sidewalk within the public right of way of Orchard Drive will be provided along the entire property
frontage along Orchard Drive at time of development. Rev. 1: Comment addressed. See transportation
planner comments attached.
2. Staff has evaluated the density calculation shown throughout the application and has noted the note under
Proposed Development Summary (Zoning) on Sheet 2 of the concept plan. Please be aware that since staff must
evaluate proposed rezoning's for consistency with the net density recommendations specified in the
Comprehensive Plan and Master Plans, the proposed 9 du/acre will be noted as a factor unfavorable with this
application in future staff reports for public hearings. This is because the maximum recommended density
specified by the Crozet master Plan is 6 du/acre net density. Rev. 1: Comment addressed.
3. Please be aware of the issue related to the parking special exception requests as outlined in the Zoning Division
comments. Revisions to the site layout may be necessary in order to provide the minimum amount of required
parking. Pending applicant response to the Zoning Division's comments on these exceptions, additional
comments from Planning may be forthcoming. Rev. 1: Comment addressed, see Zoning Division comments
attached. Should the rezoning be approved, a Homeowners Association must be established in order to
create an entity that will be responsible for maintaining the proposed on -street parking to the minimum
standards required by County Code.
Concept Plan Comments:
Based on the statement on Sheet 2 of the application, the conceptual drawings provided are for reference only as
an example of how the site could be developed in the future. This layout is not being proffered. Please verify. If
the applicant chooses to not proffer the plan, development of the site will be held to the location of major
elements as shown, per Section 33.17 of the Zoning Ordinance. See Zoning Division comment #4 for more
information. Rev. 1: Comment addressed. Applicant acknowledLyes that the concept plan is not being
proffered and understands that future development will still be held to the maior elements per Section
33.17.
a. Should the applicant choose to proffer the plan, a proffer statement will need to be provided that includes
a proffer outlining what elements/major elements of the plan are being proffered. Rev. 1: Comment
addressed. Plan is not being proffered.
2. Please explain the "connection if approved" trail that is shown connecting southward to TMP 55-68A. Does this
mean a connection will be made if approved by the County with this ZMA? That property is under separate
ownership and potential improvements that may be made between that property and Bamboo Grove need to be
worked out by both property owners privately. Staff does not feel comfortable having the connection shown on
the concept plan since that property owner did not sign the ZMA application. Staff suggests removing the
connection from the drawing. A connection can still be made in the future during site plan/subdivision plat
review phases of the project, subject to an agreement between the property owners and a potential easement for
the trail connection. Rev. 1: Comment addressed.
3. Please provide clearer identification of the boundaries of the proposed greenway trail dedication area, and the
remaining open space that will be privately maintained (Open Space 1 and Open Space 2) on Sheet 2 of the
concept plan. It is difficult to differentiate where the boundaries of these features begin and end. For example, is
the entire Open Space 1 area going to be dedicated to the County for public use, or only a portion of it? Rev. 1:
Comment addressed.
a. In the labels on Sheet 2, please state the square footage/acreage of Open Space 1 and 2 so that staff can
verify it matches the sizes listed in the Open Space calculation notes. Rev. 1: Comment addressed.
4. Under Existing Zoning Summary on Sheet 2 of the concept plan and page 5 of the project narrative, the
calculation for Comprehensive Plan Net Density needs to be revised. The Comp. Plan states a density range of
between 3-6 dwelling units per acre. Please state the minimum and maximum dwelling units range permitted
based on the Comprehensive Plan future land use designation. The calculation currently only states the high end.
Rev. 1: Comment addressed.
5. Please provide more details on how the 0.67 acre net residential area available within the site was determined.
a. Based on a staff measurement using Albemarle County GIS of the WPO stream buffer and Greenspace
future land use designation on the properties, these features measure approximately 0.65 acres. Has a
survey been done to determine the true extent of the stream buffer, and that is the 0.67 acres stated on the
plans? Rev. 1: Staff believes the wording of this comment may have been confusing — staff agrees
with the applicant's original calculation that 0.67 acres of net density is available based on GIS. We
measured the geenspace and WPO buffer, and those areas came out to 0.65 acres, leaving 0.67
available for net density calculations. We simply wanted the applicant to verify the source used to
identify the acreage available. Staff highly suggests revising the acreage figures in the narrative
and on the concept plan to state that 0.67 acres is available, this helps bring the application closer to
consistency with the Master Plan recommended density.
6. Under "Proposed Development Summary (Zoning)" and "Lot Sizes" on Sheet 2 of the concept plan and page 5 of
the project narrative, please state "per Section 15.3 of the Albemarle County Zoning Ordinance. Rev. 1:
Comment addressed.
7. Under "Zoning Bonus and Cluster Factors" on Sheet 2 of the concept plan and page 5 of the project narrative,
please revise the final calculation. As specified in Section 15.3 of the Zoning Ordinance, the maximum gross
density of dwelling units for a Bonus level Cluster Development in the R4 District is 6 du/acre. The total possible
number of units on this site with the proposed bonus factors, should it be rezoned to R4 Residential, is 5.8
dwelling units, not 7. See Zoning Division comment #2 for more information. 1: Comment addressed.
8. Upon evaluation of the proposal, a revised pedestrian network would make this request more consistent with the
Crozet Master Plan's recommendations for street cross -sections in this area. Specifically, the new sidewalk along
the proposed private street should be extended all the way to the Orchard Drive right-of-way (ROW). It should
also be provided along the entire length of the property frontage within the ROW of Orchard Drive. Rev. 1:
Comment addressed.
a. The new trail should connect to the sidewalk within the Orchard Drive ROW at the north end of the site.
Rev. 1: Comment addressed.
b. Due to the requests for special exceptions related to parking, there may be a higher number of residents
within the proposed development seeking to use pedestrian modes of travel instead of personal vehicles.
Please explain why the concept plan does not show the sidewalk connection extending south to connect to
the existing sidewalk within the ROW of Orchard Drive — it seems like this could be done without having
to obtain permission from the neighboring property owner for a sidewalk connection. Rev. 1: Comment
addressed.
Special Exception for Offsite Parking
Please see comments from the Zoning Division on this request. This development will require 12 total parking spaces
based on the 6 dwelling units proposed. A waiver to reduce the minimum number of parking spaces cannot be approved
for residential development, per Section 4.12.2 (c). A minimum of 12 spaces (two per lot) must be provided. Rev. 1:
Comment addressed.
Stand-alone parking is not a permitted use under Section 15.2.1 of the Zoning Ordinance. Zoning staff believe that street
parking, in accordance with Section 4.12.9, is the only possible alternative that could be provided with this development
that will enable 12 parking spaces to be provided. Rev. 1: Comment addressed.
The concept plan should be revised to demonstrate that the minimum number of spaces (12 overall) can be provided in
locations consistent with the Zoning Ordinance (either two per lot within proposed parcel boundaries, or a combination of
spaces on individual lots and some on -street parking) to the satisfaction of Zoning staff. Rev. 1: Comment addressed.
Private Street Authorization Request
Due to the response needed for the requested parking waiver, staff cannot make a definitive statement about whether the
private street authorization request can be supported. If on -street parking will be provided in order obtain the minimum
amount of parking needed for the six detached single-family dwelling units, staff would need to see and review the
updated street design before making a determination on this request. Please address the parking issues in the next
submittal, and staff will revisit the private street authorization request. Rev. 1: Comment addressed.
Special Exceptions to Private Street Design Standards
There are three special exceptions being requested related to the design of the proposed private street:
Section 14-410 (I) — Variation to curb and gutter along north side of proposed private street;
Section 14-422 (E) — Variation to sidewalk requirement along north side of proposed private street;
Section 14-422 (F) — Variation to planting strip design along north side of proposed private street.
Due to the response needed for the requested parking waiver, staff cannot make a definitive statement about whether the
requested variations can be supported. If on -street parking will be provided in order obtain the minimum amount of
parking needed for the six detached single-family dwelling units, staff would need to see and review the updated street
design before making a determination on this request. Please address the parking issues in the next submittal, and staff
will revisit the requested special exceptions. Rev. 1: Please see comments from the County Engineer regarding size of
the parking spaces. Parking is shown as 9' x 16' which requires a 2' overhang at the end of the parking spaces.
Landscaping is not allowed within the 2' overhang. Please confirm that no landscaping will be located in this area.
Rev. 1: See County Engineer's comment regarding curbing on the north side of the street. County staff do not
support the request to waive the curbing requirement along the north side of the private street. This comment can
be addressed by providing curbing on the north side of the street per Section 14-410 (I). If the applicant chooses
not to provide parking, please be aware that staff will not recommend approval of that special exception request.
One comment that can be identified relates to the planting strip design — in effect, the request implies that a planting strip
will be provided along the north side of the road with the stormwater management devices/bioswales. Can the applicant
verify that an area at least 6' wide can be located between the street pavement and the bioswales? If so, please revise the
justification statement for the variation request so that it states that an area 6' wide can be provided along the north side of
the street, which is consistent with the planting strip design requirements specified in Section 14-422 (D). Rev. 1: Please
see comments from the County Engineer regarding size of the parking spaces. Parking is shown as 9' x 16' which
requires a 2' overhang at the end of the parking spaces. Landscaping is not allowed within the 2' overhang. Please
confirm that no landscaping will be located in this area.
Planning
Planning staff s comments are organized as follows:
• How the proposal relates to the Comprehensive Plan
• The Neighborhood Model analysis
• Additional comments from reviewers (See attached)
Comprehensive Plan
Comments on how your project conforms to the Comprehensive Plan will be provided to the Planning Commission and
Board of Supervisors as part of the staff report that will be prepared for the work session or public hearing. The comments
below are in preparation for the Planning Commission review and may change based on direction from the Commission
and/or with subsequent submittals.
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The subject parcels are identified as Tax Map Parcels (TMP) 05500-00-00-068CO and 05500-00-00-068D0. Both
properties are located in the Crozet development area.
TMP 55-68C measures 0.8810 acres and is zoned R2 Residential. There are no zoning overlay districts that apply to the
property. The property is undeveloped and features a mix of mature trees and other vegetation.
TMP 55-68D measures 0.3560 acres and is zoned R2 Residential. There are no zoning overlay districts that apply to the
property. The property is undeveloped and is primarily grass with a few trees spread across the parcel.
The Land Use Plan contained in Chapter 4 of the Crozet Master Plan designates two future land use classifications on
portions of both parcels:
1. Neighborhood Density;
2. Greenspace.
The Crozet Master Plan explains that the Neighborhood Density classification represents "residential areas with a
desired density of 3 — 6 residential units per acre."
• Housing in this designation should primarily be single-family detached with some single-family
attached/townhouses.
• Non-residential uses include institutional uses, such as places of worship, public and private schools, and early
childhood education centers (daycare centers and preschools).
The Greenspace classification applies to all existing and proposed public parks, public open space, environmental
features and active park areas. It also contains important environmental features and privately -owned park and
recreational areas which may be active or passive. Sensitive environmental features including stream buffers, flood plains,
and adjacent slopes are included in this category. Typically, only passive recreation and greenway trails will occur in the
sensitive environmental areas, while active recreation is planned for other areas.
In addition to consistency with the Comprehensive Plan, please also be advised that all zoning map amendment
applications are evaluated relative to the "factors to be considered" specified in County Code § 18-33.27(B). This
evaluation will be written in the staff report to the Planning Commission and Board of Supervisors once the application
moved forward to public hearings.
Neighborhood Model
Projects located within the Development Areas are typically reviewed for consistency with each of the Neighborhood
Model Principles found in the Comprehensive Plan. Comments are provided below on relevant aspects of the
Neighborhood Model. More detailed comments may be provided after more detailed plans are provided.
Pedestrian Orientation
This principle is partially met but could be strengthened. The conceptual site plan is not
being proffered and this is the only part of the application that shows the layout for the
proposed public trail within the site. Please provide additional information on this —
will a public greenway/trail access easement be platted over the general trail route as
shown on the concept plans? Will the 0.28 acres being dedicated to the County include
the entire length of the trail as shown on the concept plan? Rev. 1: Comment
addressed.
Furthermore, the application should provide a new sidewalk within the Orchard Drive
right-of-way along the entire property frontage. See transportation planning staff
comments for more information. Please revise the concept plan to reflect this. Rev. 1:
Comment addressed.
The proposed trail should connect to the new sidewalk within the Orchard Drive ROW.
See transportation planning staff s comments for more information. Please revise the
concept plan to reflect this. Rev. 1: Comment addressed.
Mixture of Uses
This principle is met. The properties are not located within a proposed land use center
of the Crozet Master Plan, so commercial use types are not appropriate on this site.
The proposal includes new residential dwelling units as well as a public trail/greenway
dedication. This mixture of residential and recreational/open space satisfies this
principle.
Neighborhood Centers
This principle is not applicable to the request. The Crozet Master Plan does not call for
any land use centers near the subject parcel.
Mixture of Housing Types
This principle is primarily met but could be strengthened.
and Affordability
The project proposes three different dwelling unit types, identified by the project
narrative as "A," "B," and "C." Staff supports this variation in size and price of new
units and believes this represents a sufficient mix of unit types. Additionally, the
proposal has managed to stay consistent with the Crozet Master Plan recommendation
that new residential development adjacent to existing neighborhoods should be
compatible in housing types. Parcels immediately adjacent to the site feature single-
family detached dwellings, which is what the Bamboo Grove ZMA is proposing.
As noted in the project narrative, the applicant is proposing to proffer affordable units.
However, no proffer statement was provided with the first submission. Please provide a
proffer statement so staff can review the proposed affordable unit proffer. Rev. 1:
Comment not fully addressed. See comments from Stacy Pethia regarding the
proffer statement revisions.
Relegated Parking
This principle is partially met. A remote parking area is shown adjacent to the proposed
new street, with buildings in front of it and partially blocking its view from Orchard
Drive. However, comments from the Zoning Division related to the requested special
exceptions for parking have raised several concerns. See Zoning Division comments
for more information. Depending on how the site layout is revised to address Zoning
staff concerns, parking areas may become visible from Orchard Drive, which would be
inconsistent with this principle unless the application meets some if the strategies
specified in the Comprehensive Plan related to this principle. For example, if parking
spaces will be provided on individual lots, the plan could be revised to state that
dwelling units will have relegated garages. See the images of relegated garages in the
Comprehensive Plan for reference. Rev. 1: Comment addressed.
Interconnected Streets and
This principle is primarily met but could be strengthened through revisions.
Transportation Networks
No new streets are called for within the subject parcels by the Transportation Plan in
the Crozet Master Plan. The proposal is consistent with this aspect of the Master Plan.
The application shows that a new greenway trail will be provided for public dedication,
and the route shown is consistent with the recommended trails called for by the Crozet
Master Plan Parks & Green Systems Plan.
This principle could be strengthened if a proffer statement is provided that states the
acreage, location, and timing of the greenway dedication to Albemarle County. The
proffer for the trail/greenway should also state that the developer will design and
construct the proposed trailway during subdivision/site plan stage. Rev. 1: Comment
addressed.
The proposed trail should connect to the new sidewalk within the Orchard Drive ROW.
See transportation planning staff s comments for more information. Please revise the
concept plan to reflect this. Rev. 1: Comment addressed.
Additionally, more information is needed on the requested street design and special
exceptions before staff can make a final determination on whether the internal street
meets this principle. Rev. 1: Please see the County Engineer's comment regarding
curbing along the north side of the private street. Please provide curbing where
requested. If the applicant chooses not to provide curbing, please be aware that
staff will not be recommending approval of that special exception request.
Furthermore, the application should provide a new sidewalk within the Orchard Drive
right-of-way along the entire property frontage. Please revise the concept plan to reflect
this. Rev. 1: Comment addressed.
Multimodal Transportation
This principle will be met if a proffer statement is provided that sufficiently addresses
Opportunities
the comments under the Interconnected Streets and Transportation Networks
principle. Rev. 1: Comment addressed.
Parks, Recreational
This principle is primarily met but could be strengthened through revisions. This
Amenities, and Open Space
principle could be fully met if a proffer statement is provided that states the acreage,
location, and timing of the greenway dedication to Albemarle County. The proffer for
the trail/greenway should also state that the developer will design and construct the
proposed trailway during subdivision/site plan stage. Rev. 1: Comment addressed.
Buildings and Spaces of
This principle is met. ARB staff have no comments or objections about the proposed
Human Scale
architecture.
Redevelopment
This principle is not applicable to the request.
Respecting Terrain and
This principle is met.
Careful Grading and Re-
grading of Terrain
Clear Boundaries Between
This principle is not applicable to the request. The subject property is located within the
the Development Areas and
Crozet Development Area. No improvements or changes in use near any boundaries
the Rural Area
with the Rural Area are proposed.
Department of Community Development — Zoning Division
No objection see attached advisory comments from Kevin McCollum, kmccollum(c-r�,albemarle.org.
Department of Community Development - Planning Division- Transportation Planning
No objection. See attached from Dan Butch, dbutchkalbemarle.org.
Department of Community Development — Housing
Requested changes, see attached comments from Stacy Pethia, spethia(cr�,albemarle.org.
Department of Community Development — Engineering Division
Requested changes, see attached comments from the County Engineer, Frank Pohl, fpohl(c-r�,albemarle.org.
VDOT
VDOT review is not yet complete. County staff will forward any comments or approvals from VDOT to the applicant
upon receipt. Please contact Adam Moore at adam.moore(cr�,vdot.vir ig nia gov for more information about the status of the
VDOT review.
Action after Receipt of Comments
The applicant requested deferral of PC and Board action on this ZMA after the first review. Board can take action on the
ZMA anytime up to August 4, 2022.
Staff recommends that the requested changes be addressed prior to requesting a public hearing with the Planning
Commission. Staff also recommends that the applicant wait until Engineering Division and VDOT reviews have been
completed before requesting a public hearing. If VDOT and/or Engineering have substantial changes needed in order for
them to recommend approval, additional revisions may be needed as staff will need to review those.
After you have read this letter, please take one of the actions identified on "Action After Receipt of Comment Letter"
which is attached.
Resubmittal
If you choose to resubmit, please use the attached form. There is a fee for the next resubmittal, see attachment. The
resubmittal date schedule is provided for your convenience.
Feel free to contact me if you wish to meet or need additional information. My email address is blan ig llegalbemarle.org.
Sincerely,
Cameron Langille
Senior Planner
Planning Division, Department of Community Development
enc: ZMA201900016 Action After Receipt of Comments
2020 Zoning Map Amendment Resubmittal Schedule
Zoning Map Amendment Resubmittal Form
Review Comments for ZMA201900016
Project Name: BAMBOO GROVE
Date Completed: Fnday, March 13, 2020 DepartmentlaivisionlAgency: Review sus:
Reviewer: Kevin MccolIum CDD Zoning No Objection
The following comments are provided as input from the Zoning Division regarding the above noted application(s)-
1- Parking
In accordance with Section 4.12_8 and 4.1 _9 the project has proposed 8 street parking spaces to accommodate the parking
needs for 4 of the proposed dwelling units_ This waiver is not requesting a reduction of parking spaces, but simply the use of
street spaces to count instead of the required on -site parking standards_ Provided the proposed shared parking easement and
establishment of an HOA for maintenance, Zoning has no issues with this proposal_ The other two proposed dwelling units will
have adequate parking in their driveway or in their garages_
No further comments_
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Review Comments for ZMA201900016
Project Name: BAMBOO GROVE
Date Completed: Friday, March 13, 2020 DepartmentlDivisionlAgency: Review Sys:
Reviewer: LDaniel Butch CBB Planning No Objection
No objection, revisions address all previous comments_
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Cameron Langille
From: Stacy Pethia
Sent: Tuesday, February 25, 2020 11:55 AM
To: Cameron Langille
Subject: ZMA-2019-16 Bamboo Grove Comments
Hi Cameron,
My comments related to the affordable housing proffer are below.
Section 1(A)
• Line 5: Replace 'Housing Office' with 'Community Development Department'
• Line 9: 'VEDA' should read 'VHDA'
Section 1(A)(1)
• Replace all references to 'Housing Office' with 'Community Development Department'
Section 1(B)(1)
• Replace all references to 'Housing Office' with 'Community Development Department'
Section 1(B)(3)
• Replace all references to 'Housing Office' with 'Community Development Department'
Thanks,
Stacy
Stacy R. Pethia, PhD
Principal Planner -Housing
Department of Community Development
County of Albemarle
401 McIntire Road
Charlottesville, VA 22902
Ph: 434.296.5832 x3240
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Cameron Langille
From: Frank Pohl
Sent: Monday, March 16, 2020 10:55 AM
To: Cameron Langille
Subject: Planning Application Review for ZMA201900016 BAMBOO GROVE.
The Review for the following application has been completed:
Application Number = ZMA201900016
Reviewer = Frank Pohl
Review Status = See Recommendations
Completed Date = 03/16/2020
This email was sent from County View Production.
Engineering Comments:
- REPEAT COMMENT: The plan still does not include curbing along the north side of the parking lot/street. The applicant
requested a waiver from this requirement but I do not support this request. Curb should be provided to prevent vehicles
from backing into the stormwater facility and from parking along the edge of pavement.
- The applicant revised the plan to include 9'x16' parking spaces. A 2-ft overhang is required, which cannot include
landscaping. This can be addressed during the site plan review.
- I have no objections to the private street request.
- I have no objections to the request to waive the requirement for a sidewalk on the north side of the street.
- I have no objections to the offsite parking request.
- NEW COMMENT: The application plan indicates that SWM will be provided onsite. However, I recommend making this
a condition of approval.
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Feb 03
Tue Feb 18
Apr 03
Jun 02
**
Mar 02
Mar 16
May 01
Jun 16
**
Apr 06
Apr 20
Jun 05
Aug 04
**
May 04
May 18
Jul 02
Sep 01
**
Jun 01
Jun 15
Jul 31
Sep 22
**
Jul 06
Jul 20
Sep 04
Oct 20
**
Aug 03
Aug 17
Oct 02
Dec 01
**
Sep 07
Sep 21
Nov 06
Jan 05
**
Oct 05
Oct 19
Dec 04
Feb 02 2021
**
Nov 23
Dec 07
Jan 22 2021
Mar 23 2021
**
Dates with shaded background are not 2020.
SPs for offsite or electric message signs follow the Variance schedule for the BZA.
2021 dates are tentative.
* Board of Supervisors' worksessions and public hearings will be scheduled after the Planning Commision's
action on applications.
** Resubmittals are accepted on ANY resubmittal Monday listed after the date of the written comments to
the applicant. The PC public hearing date is the earliest date at which the request may be heard after the
corresponding resubmittal deadline date.
These schedules provide basic information. Please consult with the Planning Division for more
details regarding schedules and processing
2020 Submittal and Review Schedule
Special Use Permits and Zoning Map Amendments
Resubmittal Schedule
Resubmittal Dates (1st,
3rd, and 5th Monday of
the month)
Comments given to the
Applicant
Applicant requests PC
Public Hearing AND
Payment Due for Legal
Ad (no additional
resubmittals)
Planning
Commission Public
Hearing No sooner
than* COB Auditorium
Monday
Wednesday
Friday
Tuesday
Jan 06
Feb 05
Feb 14
Mar 10
Jan 21
Feb 19
Feb 28
Mar 24
Feb 03
Mar 04
Mar 13
Apr 07
Feb 18
Mar 18
Mar 27
Apr 21
Mar 02
Apr 01
Apr 10
May 05
Mar 16
Apr 15
Apr 24
May 19
Mar 30
Apr 29
May 08
Jun 02
Apr 06
May 06
May 08
Jun 02
Apr 20
May 20
May 22
Jun 16
May 04
Jun 03
Jun 12
Jul 07
May 18
Jun 17
Jun 26
Jul 21
Jun 01
Jul 01
Jul 10
Aug 04
Jun 15
Jul 15
Jul 24
Aug 18
Jun 29
Jul 29
Aug 07
Sep 01
Jul 06
Aug 05
Aug 07
Sep 01
Jul 20
Aug 19
Aug 28
Sep 22
Aug 03
Sep 02
Sep 11
Oct 06
Aug17
Sep 16
Sep 25
Oct 20
Aug 31
Sep 30
Oct 16
Nov 10
Sep 08
Oct 07
Oct 16
Nov 10
Sep 21
Oct 21
Oct 30
Nov 24
Oct 05
Nov 04
Nov 06
Dec 01
Oct 19
Nov 18
Nov 13
Dec 08
Nov 02
Dec 02
Dec 18
Jan 12 2021
Nov 16
Dec 16
Dec 18
Jan 12 2021
Dec 21
Jan 20 2021
Jan 29 2021
Feb 23 2021
Jan 04 2021
Feb 03 2021
Feb 05 2021
Mar 02 2021
Bold italics = submittal/meeting day is different due to a holiday.
Dates with shaded background are not 2020.
2021 dates are tentative.
*Public hearing dates have been set by the Planning Commission; however, if due to unforeseen
circumstances the Planning Commission is unable to meet on this date, your project will be moved to
the closest available agenda date.
FOR OFFICE USE ONLY SP #
Fee Amount $ Date Paid By who? Receipt # Ck# Bv:
Resubmittal of information for
k»
Zoning Map Amendment .N
PROJECT NUMBER THAT HAS BEEN ASSIGNED:
Owner/Applicant Must Read and Sign
I hereby certify that the information provided with this resubmittal is what has been requested from staff
Signature of Owner, Contract Purchaser
Print Name
FEES that may apply:
Date
Daytime phone number of Signatory
❑
Deferral of scheduled public hearing at applicant's request
$194
Resubmittal fees for original Zoning Map Amendment fee of $2,688
❑
First resubmission
FREE
❑
Each additional resubmission (TO BE PAID WHEN THE RESUBMISSION IS MADE TO INTAKE STAFF)
$1,344
Resubmittal fees for original Zoning Map Amendment fee of $3,763
❑
First resubmission
FREE
❑
Each additional resubmission (TO BE PAID WHEN THE RESUBMISSION IS MADE TO INTAKE STAFF)
$1,881
To be Daid after staff review for Dublic notice:
Most applications for a Zoning Map Amendment require at least one public hearing by the Planning Commission and one public
hearing by the Board of Supervisors. Virginia State Code requires that notice for public hearings be made by publishing a legal
advertisement in the newspaper and by mailing letters to adjacent property owners. Therefore, at least two fees for public notice
are required before a Zoning Map Amendment may be heard by the Board of Supervisors. The total fee for public notice will be
provided to the applicant after the final cost is determined and must be paid before the application is heard by a public body.
➢ Preparing and mailing or delivering up to fifty (50) notices
$215 + actual cost of first-class postage
➢ Preparing and mailing or delivering each notice after fifty (50)
$1.08 for each additional notice + actual
cost of first-class postage
➢ Legal advertisement (published twice in the newspaper for each public hearing)
Actual cost
(averages between $150 and $250)
County of Albemarle Department of Community Development
401 McIntire Road Charlottesville, VA 22902 Voice: (434) 296-5832 Fax: (434) 972-4126
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