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COUNTY OF ALBEMARLE
Department of Community Development
401 McIntire Road, North Wing
Charlottesville, Virginia 22902-4596
(434) 296-5832
July 24, 2020
Scott Collins
200 Garrett Street, Suite K
Charlottesville VA 22902
SDP202000050 Avon Park II — Initial Site Plan
SUB202000120 Avon Park II — Preliminary Subdivision Plat
Mr. Collins:
The Site Review Committee has reviewed the development proposals referenced above. Initial comments
for the following divisions of the Department of Community Development and other agencies, as
applicable, are attached:
Albemarle County Planning Services
Albemarle County Engineering Services
Albemarle County Department of Fire Rescue
Albemarle County Service Authority - Comments pending to be forwarded
Architectural Review Board (ARB)
Albemarle County Information Services (E911)
Virginia Department of Transportation
Albemarle County Building Inspections
Virginia Department of Health
Comments reflect information available at the time the development proposal was reviewed, and should
not be considered final. However, the Site Review Committee has attempted to identify all issues that
will be required to be resolved prior to Final Site Plan and Final Subdivision Plat approvals.
Please request deferral of the special exception, the initial site plan, and the preliminary subdivision plat
by Tuesday. Au usg t 4th to allow for revisions. If I do not receive a deferral request by then I will move
forward with a denial of the proposal. At a minimum items 1, 2, 3, and 4 shall be addressed in a
resubmittal.
Please contact me at your earliest convenience if you have questions or require additional information.
Sincerely,
Senior Planner
County of Albemarle
Department of Community Development
401 McIntire Road,
Charlottesville, VA, 22902
434-296-5832
Memorandum
To: Scott Collins
From: Christopher Perez, Senior Planner
Division: Planning
Date: July 24, 2020
Subject: SDP202000050 Avon Park II — Initial Site Plan
SUB202000120 Avon Park II — Preliminary Subdivision Plat
The County of Albemarle Planning Division will recommend approval of the plan/plat referenced above once the following
comments have been satisfactorily addressed (The following comments are those that have been identified at this time.
Additional comments or conditions may be added or eliminated based on further review.):
1. [ZMA2014-6, 33.44, 8.5.5.3(a)] Special Exception for a Variation to the Application Plan. The proposal relies on
a special exception to vary certain aspects of the rezoning, including but not limited to modifications to unit types,
parking, setbacks, road network, storrnwater management, and lot layout from what was approved in the rezoning.
Prior to initial site plan/preliminary plat approval the special exception shall be approved by the Board of
Supervisors.
Request deferral of the special exception, the initial site plan, and the preliminary plat by Tuesday. August 4th. If I
do not receive a deferral request by then I will move forward with a denial of the proposal.
2. [ZMA2014-6, 33.44, 8.5.5.3(a)] Special Exception for a Variation to the Application Plan. The applicant did not
submit an application nor any of the required information or documents for staff to review a special exception
request. The special exception fee was paid but no other information was provided. The property owner must sign
the SE application. Please submit an owner signed application and all required information to process the request.
3. [ZMA2014-6, 32.5.1(c), 8.5.5.3(a)41 There is offsite grading proposed on TMP 90E-9 and TMP 90E-Al just
behind lot 28. The plan references an existing grading easement on the adjacent parcels, however, staff is unclear
of the terms of this easement. Please submit the deed associated with this easement for staff review and approval
prior to initial site plan and preliminary plat approval and prior to WO plan approval. If the easement is not
cleared by the County Attorney to be usable for the proposed grading, a new easement will be needed.
4. 132.5.2(d)] Topography and proposed grading. Depict and label the existing topography for the entire site with
sufficient offsite topography to describe prominent and pertinent offsite features and physical characteristics,
but in no case less than 50 feet outside of the site. Revise the initial site plan to provide the above required
topographic information.
5. [ZMA2014-6, 8.5.5.3(a), 33.44, 4.191 Special Exception for a Variation to the Application Plan - Setbacks. The
minimum rear setbacks are listed on sheet 1 as 5' adjacent to open space and 15' adjacent to property lines.
Notably the entire development is surrounded by open space. However, sheet 3 lists Lots 5-12 as having 15'
setback. Revise sheet 1's setback notes to clarify the rear setback for those lots.
6. IZMA2014-61 Proffer 3 and Proffer 10.
Proffer 3 - The lot layout of the proposed development no longer correlates to the proffer language for the timing
of required plantings in various landscape easements, which are tied to certificate of occupancies (COs) for various
lots/units. The applicant has provided a note on the plan to address this item: "All landscape easements, buffers,
and screening shall be planted in accordance with the approved proffers. Landscaping shall be installed prior to
the first certificate of occupancy for any propped units within the development. " Revise the note to include
reference to proffer 3. A landscape plan that correlates to the proffers and the application plan will be required
prior to final site plan approval.
Proffer 10 (incorrectly listed as Proffer 9) - The lot layout of the proposed development no longer correlates to the
proffer language for the location of the required scrim fence. On the final site plan depict, dimension, and label the
scrim fencing that correlates to the location depicted on the application plan. Also, provide a note on the plan that
the fencing shall be installed immediately following the grading of the area depicted on the application plan as
Lots 1— 9.
7. IZMA2014-61 Proffer 3(a). The owner shall obtain a variable width landscape easement behind what was depicted
on the application plan as lots 1-7 on TMP 9017-Al, owned by the Avon Park Community Association. The current
plan depicts "Existing 10' landscape easement" and "Existing 5' landscape easement" in this location but fails to
provide recordation information for these easements. Revise the plans to provide the recordation information of
these easements to ensure they are truly existing. If they are not existing these easements shall be platted prior to
final site plan and final subdivision plat approval.
8. [ZMA2014-6, 8.5.5.3(a)21 Waterline Access for Adjacent Lots. Provide a 20' waterline easement to the northern
property line shared with TMP 90-32A, owned by Robert Spools. These easements shall be platted prior to final
site plan approval.
9. 14.12.161 Parking. Perpendicular parking spaces adjacent to 20' wide travelways are required to be 10'xl8'.
Revise the bay parking to meet this standard or increase the width of the travelways to 24' wide.
10. [ZMA2014-6, 8.5.5.3(a)41 Landscape Easement. A landscape plan consistent with the rezoning shall be required
prior to final site plan approval.
11. IZMA2014-61 Proffer 6. The final site plan shall identify the location of trees at the rear of TMP 9017-A2, T IP
9017-17-42, TMP 9017-17-43, and TMP 9017-17-44. If trees are located within 5' or less of the property line, the owner
will remove the trees on the adjacent properties. Tree removal will be subject to the existing properly owner's
written approval.
12. IZMA2014-61 Proffer 8. The final site plan shall include TMP 9017-A1. Improvements required by proffer 8 shall
be depicted, label, and dimensioned as part of the final site plan.
13. IZMA2014-61 On the final site plan distinguish the exact location of where the double -sided vertical fencing and
the 3-board farm fencing begins and ends. The locations should correlate to the application plan: between Lot 17
and Hathaway Street right-of-way). Also, provide cutsheets for each fence type.
14. IZMA2014-61 The roadside ditch along the parcel frontage of Avon Street shall be improved to VDOT standards.
15. [32.5.2(n)] List the proposed surface materials for all parking lots, travel ways, walkways, etc. in a label on the site plan
drawings.
16. [32.5.2(I)] Label all utility easements as "proposed" with a size/width measurement.
17. [32.5.2(n)] Existing improvements. The existing conditions sheet is not accurate in its representation of two existing
homes, as one has been demolished. Revise the site plan to accurately reflect the existing conditions of the site.
18. [32.5.2(e)] Existing landscape features. Depict the existing landscape features as described in Section 32.7.9.4(c).
19. [Comment] Prior to final site plan and final subdivision plat approval VDH approval shall be received to ensure
Lot 29 and Lot 30 are each provided a primary and reserve drainfield. See attached VDH review comments.
20. IZMA2014-61 Proffers. All proffers shall be adhered to as dictated in the proffers.
21. [32.6.2(e)] Public facilities and utilities. All water and sewer facilities to be dedicated to public use and the
easements for those facilities and shall be identified by a statement that the facilities are to be dedicated to the
Albemarle County Service Authority.
22. 132.8.2,14-3111 Infrastructure improvement plans. Road Plan and WPO application must be approved, all
required improvements must be built or bonded, and all required Deeds and Declarations must be reviewed and
approved prior to final site plan/ final subdivision plat approval.
23. [14-317] Instrument evidencing maintenance of certain improvements. Submit with the final site plan/ final
subdivision plat an instrument assuring the perpetual maintenance of street trees, private streets, open space and
any other improvements that are to be maintained in perpetuity.
24. [32.6] The final site plan shall meeting all the requirements of section 32.6 of Chapter 18 of the Code.
25. [Comment] The final site plan/ final subdivision plat shall not be approved until all SRC reviewers have approved
the plan. Their comments attached.
26. 132.5.2(k), 14-302(A), 14-302(A)51 Private/Public Easements. Provide deed book page reference information for
all existing easements depicted on the plat.
27. 132.5.2(k), 14-302(A), 14-302(A)51 Private/Public Easements. Is there an existing sanitary sewer easement for the
sewer connection to phase I? If so, please depict, label and dimension the easement and provide the recordation
information. Currently the sewer line is being proposed on TMP 90E-9 and TMP 9017-Al. Prior to final
subdivision plat approval or final site plan approval a sewer easement shall either be proven to exist in this area or
one shall be platted.
28. [General Comment] It is up to the applicant to coordinate a centralized mail delivery location for the lots in accordance
with USPS requirements. Staff may ask for written verification from the USPS that a mail delivery location has been
approved by the postmaster during review of the final plans.
* [Public Comments] Please see attached public comments and requests from adjacent property owners and the Avon Park
HOA. My only concern with their comments and suggestions involved the request for the Affordable Housing units to be
moved "towards the back end of the development" because of perceived "potential negative impacts" with the units because
they are currently slated to be located adjacent to three Avon Park I homes. I don't foresee any impact on the property values
for current residents with the current proposed location. In addition, the County expressly seeks to avoid any social stigma
being perceived or associated with any affordable unit, which could easily be the case if the three affordable units were
tucked away, almost hidden, in the center of the new development. Please keep me informed on how the HOA's discussions
with Stanley Martin proceed. I remain optimistic that positive outcomes possible for both parties.
Please contact Christopher Perez in the Planning Division by using cpmz@albemar1e.org or 434-296-5832 ext. 3443 for
further information.
Engineering — Emily Cox
Comments attached
Fire and Rescue — Shawn Maddox
No objection
ACSA — Richard Nelson
Comments pending to be forwarded once received.
ARB — Margaret Maliszewski
No objection - Currently, Entrance Corridor requirements are not being applied to properties on Avon Street.
E911—Andy Slack
No objection
VDOT —Adam Moore
Comments attached
Building Official —Michael Dellinger
Note to developer: Due to required distances from lot lines and structures as required by the NFPA, underground propane
tanks may be prohibited. Plan accordingly. Other than this, no objection.
Virginia Department of Health —Alan Mazurowski
Comments attached
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County of Albemarle
Department of Community Development
Memorandum
To: Christopher Perez
From: Emily Cox
Date: 17 July 2020
Subject: Avon Park II — Initial Site Plan (SDP202000050)
The initial site plan for Avon Park II has been reviewed by Engineering. The following comments will
need to be addressed before approval:
1. WPO must be submitted and approved before final site plan approval. Please ensure the WPO
contains all items from #4 and #9 of the proffers in ZMA2014000006. The overlot grading plan
can be part of the WPO submission, but it should be a separate plardsheet within the plan. The
title of the whole set should be Avon Park II VSMP and Overlot Grading Plan.
2. Road plan must be submitted, approved and built or bonded before final site plan can be
approved.
3. All easements will need to be recorded before final site plan approval.
4. [Sheet 2] Please label the existing contours.
5. [Sheet 2] Please show the managed steep slopes.
6. [Sheet 2] Ensure all applicable DB & PG numbers for existing easements and right-of-way are
shown. For example, Hathaway Street.
7. All sidewalks should be in street right-of-ways.
8. Please show sight distance lines and profiles at all applicable entrances/intersections.
9. [Sheet 3] Please ensure all applicable parking dimensions are shown and that they are accurate
and meet county parking requirements. Some parking spaces labeled 18ft are measuring 16ft and
others appear to have the measurement pointing to the wrong location.
10. Per the engineering design standards manual, the minimum travelway width for private roads
with multifamily and perpendicular parking is 24 ft. This plan shows 20 ft widths.
11. [Sheet 5] Ensure road cross sections match proposed road dimensions on the plan. A 43ft right-
of-way detail appears to be missing. Also, there is an alley detail, but no alleys on the plan.
12. [Sheet 4] Provide more spot shots in parking areas to ensure slope does not exceed 5% in any
direction.
13. Ensure crosswalks meet ADA and VDOT standards.
14. Underground storage cannot be located in the right-of-way.
15. Underground storage will need to be in a SWM facility easement.
16. [Sheet 4] Ensure there is positive drainage away from the rear of houses (for example, lots 1-4).
17. [Sheet 4] Ensure the sanitary sewer manholes are out of the wheel path of vehicles and are flush
with the pavement in the roads.
18. Show the driveway aprons on the plan view and provide a detail.
19. [Sheet 4] Ensure the grading for the emergency access road is not concentrating water and
causing any erosion issues.
20. Ensure trees are not directly on stop of storm pipes or structures. Ideally, they should be located
5ft away. It is not clear on this plan as the trees are not shown on the same sheet at the storm
pipes.
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County of Albemarle
Department of Community Development
Memorandum
To: Christopher Perez
From: Emily Cox
Date: 17 July 2020
Subject: Avon Park II — Preliminary Plat (SUB202000120)
The preliminary plat for Avon Park II has been reviewed by Engineering. The following comments will
need to be addressed before approval:
1. [Sheet 2] Ensure all applicable DB & PG numbers for existing easements and right-of-way are
shown. For example, Hathaway Street.
2. All sidewalks should be in street right-of-ways.
3. Underground storage cannot be located in the right-of-way.
4. Underground storage will need to be in a SWM facility easement.
5. Per the engineering design standards manual, the minimum travelway width for private roads
with multifamily and perpendicular parking is 24 ft. This plan shows 20 ft widths.
Review Comments for SUB202000120 Preliminary Site DevelopmentPlar�
Project Name Avon Park - Preliminary - Digital
Date Completed: Saturday, July 04, 2020 Department/Division/Agency: Review Status:
Reviewer: Shawn Maddox F-I iFire Rescue I, No Objection
Page: 1� Countyof Albemarle Printed On: 07/24/ 0020
Review Comments for
Project Name (Avon Park - Preliminary - Digital
Date Completed: I Monday. June 15, 2020
Reviewer: Margaret Maliszewski
SUB202000120 Preliminary Site Development Plar
DepartrnenVDivision/Agency: Review Status:
J=J CDDARB No Objection
Pape: 1� Countyof Albemarle Printed On: 07/24/ 0020
Review Comments for SUB202000120 Preliminary Site Development Plar
Project Name Avon Park - Preliminary - Digital
Date Completed: Thursday, June 18, 2020 DepartmenODivision/Agency: Review Status:
Reviewer: Brian Becker
CDD E911
No Objection
Page: 1� Countyof Albemarle Printed On: 07/24/ 0020
COMMONWEALTH of VIRGINIA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Stephen C. Brich, P.E. 1401 East Broad Street
Commissioner Richmond, Virginia 23219
July 07, 2020
County of Albemarle
Department of Community Development
401 McIntire Road
Charlottesville, VA 22902
Attn: Chris Perez
(804) 7862701
Fax: (804) 7862940
Re: SDP-2020-00050 & SUB-2020-000120- Avon Park II- Initial Site Plan & Plat
Dear Mr. Perez:
The Department of Transportation, Charlottesville Residency Transportation and Land Use
Section has reviewed the Avon Park II- Initial Site Plan & Plat, dated June 08, 2020, as
submitted by Collins Engineering, and offer the following comments:
1. Please show geometry on the existing asphalt driveway on Avon Street extended, that
will be improved.
2. Will milling and overlay be needed for the improvement of the existing entrance onto
Avon Street extended?
3. Please provide drainage calculations, and show that the outfall pipe will handle the
discharge adequately in pre and post construction.
4. Please provide storm sewer profiles.
5. Please extend Hathaway Street to the property line as close as possible.
6. Planting strip needs to 6'ft., in width, please refer to VDOT's Road Design Manual
Appendix 13(1), pg., B(1)- 44., Streetscape and Landscape.
7. The public right of way along Hathaway Street needs to be 1'41., behind the proposed
sidewalk.
8. Note that the final site plan must show conformance with the VDOT Road Design
Manual Appendices B(1) and F, as well as any other applicable standards, regulations or
other requirements.
A VDOT Land Use Permit will be required prior to any work within the right-of-way. The
owner/developer must contact the VDOT Charlottesville Residency Land Use Section at (434)
422-9399 for information pertaining to this process.
VirginiaDOT.org
WE KEEP VIRGINIA MOVING
If you have further questions, please contact Willis C. Bedsaul at 434-422-9866.
Sincerely,
Adam J. Moore, P.E.
Area Land Use Engineer
VDOT - Charlottesville Residency
VirginiaDOT.org
WE KEEP VIRGINIA MOVING
Review Comments for SUB202000120 Preliminary Site DevelopmentPlar�
Project Name Avon Park - Preliminary - Digital
Date Completed: Tuesday, June 23, 2020 DepartrnenVDivision/Agency: Review Status:
Reviewer: Michael Dellinger CDD Inspections - No Objection
Page: 1� Countyof Albemarle Printed On: 07/24/ 0020
COMMONWEALTH of VIRGINIA
In Cooperation with the
Thomas Jefferson Health District
State Department of Health
1138 Rose Hill Drive
Phone (434) 972-6219
P O. Box 7546
Fax (434)972-4310
Charlotlesville, Virginia 22906
July 21, 2020
Christopher Perez, Senior Planner
Albemarle County Community Development
401 McIntire Road
Charlottesville, VA 22902
RE: Avon Park II
Preliminary Subdivision Plat, SUB202000120
Initial Site Plan, SDP202000050
Mr. Perez:
ALMMARLE CHARLOTTESVILLE
FLUVANNA COUNTY (RALMYRA)
GREENE COUNTY ISTANARDSVILLE)
LOUISA COUNTYILW ISA)
NELSON COUNTY ILOVINGSTON)
As requested, I've reviewed the above -referenced documents, both dated 6/8/20, for the
proposed development, and have the following comments:
Lots 1— 28: It appears the proposed new construction of lots 1 through 28 will be connected to
public water and sewer systems, for which I have no objection.
Lots 29 & 30: The plans must show the locations of all existing utilities serving the residue
homes, whether public or private. This includes the locations of any waterlines,
sewer lines and any other existing septic system components. Note that our files
contain a permit issued in 1999 for an onsite septic system to serve the Lot 29
residence (1968 Avon St. Ext.) and its location appears to conflict with that of
proposed new residential lots.
If there are any questions or concerns, please give me a call, 434-972-4306.
Sincerely,
Alan Mazurowski
Environmental Health Supervisor
Thomas Jefferson Health District
alan.mazurowski(a)vdh.vir ig nia.gov
Christopher Perez
From: Maryam T. <maryamt_@hotmail.com>
Sent: Sunday, July 12, 2020 11:36 PM
To: Christopher Perez
Cc: Rick Randolph; Avon Park
Subject: Comments - Avon Park II Plans
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Hello Christopher,
On behalf of the Avon Park Homeowners Association, I would like to thank you for the opportunity to comment on the
Avon Park 11 development. Thus far, we have been very pleased by Stanley Martin's willingness to work with us and we
are confident that we will continue the collaborative and productive dialogue as plans for the development
progress. Below you will find the consolidated requests and comments from the Avon Park HOA and all of the
homeowners who are directly impacted by this development.
Please note that we have not received a copy of the "special exceptions request" document. We would appreciate a copy
of the document when available.
Comments:
Landscaping Buffer: Referencing the following section, "modification to the timing of the installation of landscaping buffer
areas."
The privacy barrier between the Avon Park I and Avon Park II border is of significant interest to the Avon Park
HOA and all of the owners who are impacted by this development. The current plans do not specify the types of
planting that will serve as a buffer and privacy barrier between the border.
o Request: We request that Stanley Martin work with the Avon Park HOA to develop options for this area
that will include: planting of mature trees (at least 10-16), plantings that will grow more than 30'; plantings
that will require minimal maintenance; plantings that will thrive with our current topography; and plantings
with prolonged life expectancy. Due to health issues of several residents, we ask that no plantings along
the border include trees in the cedar family. We look forward to discussing several options with Stanley
Martin, including the possibility of diverse plantings.
o Request: Based on the proposed plan, we would like to receive confirmation that the privacy barrier will
be planted along the entire property line between Avon Park I and Avon Park 11 and not solely behind the
areas where new townhomes will be constructed.
o Request: To the best extent possible, we would like to request that all existing trees be preserved, and
where possible, the privacy barrier be planted in such a manner that incorporates existing trees.
Due to the uncertain timeframe associated with the sale of the first home, which would then allow for the
landscaping barrier to be installed, the Avon Park Community is concerned that the planting could take place
outside of prime planting season, thus, causing potential damage and killing of the plant life.
o Request: We would like to request that all plantings be conducted during prime planting season, early
spring or early fall.
o Request: We request that Stanley Martin guarantee all plantings throughout the Avon Park II
development, to include the plantings along the Avon Park I- Avon Park 11 border for a year after
installation. We request that they commit to instituting a regular watering plan as/if needed and replacing
all plantings that may die during this one-year period.
o Request: The Avon Park I Community requests confirmation that the developer will remove owner -
specified trees that are located within 5' or less of the property lines adjacent to TMP90E-A2 (water tower
lot), TMP90E-F-42 (Myles lot), TMP90E-F-43 (Gerardi lot) or TMP90E-F-44 (Hartley lot) and that all such
tree removal is subject to the existing property owner's written approval.
Scrim Fence: Reference to the following section, "modification to the timing of the... scrim fence.
o Request: We request that the scrim fence be installed prior to any demolition or excavation work. This is
consistent with other Stanley Martin devlepments throughout the Crozet and Charlottesville areas.
o Request: We request that the scrim fence not be any lower than 6 feet in height.
Affordable Housing Units: The Avon Park HOA, along with all impacted owners, welcome Stanley Martin's efforts to
include affordable housing units within the new development in order to provide all individuals the opportunity to become
home owners. Due to the proximity of 3 of the affordable housing units bordering Avon Park I, we are concerned about
the potential negative impact, strictly from an assessment and comps perspective, that these homes will have on our
property values.
o Request: Can the developer move all of the affordable housing units towards the back end of the
development, such as to the row of Lots 13-16 or Lots 17-22?
o Request: We request clarification into how the affordable units will different from the other units, to
include square footage space, etc.
Street Lighting:
Amenities:
o Request: We would like to receive confirmation that there will be no street lighting installed in Avon Park
.
o Request: Despite the language in plans, we request confirmation that as part of adding the two
playground structures, the playground area itself will also be expanded.
o Request: We request that Stanley Martin work with the Avon Park HOA in identifying the two new
playground structures.
Parking: The Avon Park I community has significant issues with parking and remains concerned that overflow parking
from Avon Park 11 will spill over onto Hathaway Street and Arden Drive posing safety and ingress/egress barriers.
o Request: Is Stanley Martin amendable to adding more guest parking spaces near the emergency
access road to ensure sufficient parking for the development?
Entrance Sign:
o Request: The Avon Park Community currently lacks an entrance sign, resulting often, in people
overlooking our community. In an effort to maximize potential buyers to the Avon Park II community
and to establish a "community look", we request support from the developer with the building of an
entrance sign. We currently have a County approved sign per our 2014 agreement with the previous
developer.
Construction Access Site:
Request: Per the Avon Park HOA's previous discussions with Stanley Martin, we would like to
receive confirmation that all construction vehicles will use the emergency access road and not Arden
Drive. This will ensure the safety of the current Avon Park I residents, their vehicles, and minimize
the noisy machinery associated with the development. Furthermore, it will keep Arden Drive free of
mud and allow for no disruption to our current traffic flow.
Existing Homes on Avon Park II
o Request: The Avon Park I Community requests more detailed information on the developer's plans
for the two current single family homes on the lower part of the lot (closer to Avon Extended),
including the SF home that is still standing and the other SF home that was recently razed, the latter
of which is referred to in the plans as an "existing structure" which is no longer the case.
HOA Supported Fees:
Request: If an agreement is reached by Stanley Martin and the Avon Park HOA to have Avon Park II
be apart of the Avon Park I HOA, we request that language be drafted in the developers documents
that all newly constructed homes must pay a $500 fee to join the Avon Park HOA. This is consistent
with our existing governing documents.
Request: Request that developer contribute to the Avon Park I snow removal fees and electricity
expense costs during the development phase since future clients will be using Arden Drive.
Development Timelines and County Ordinances:
Request: The Avon Park I Community requests that the developer provide regular updates to the
Avon Park HOA on the commencement timelines for key phases of the development so that Avon
Park I residents who are affected by the noise and disruption have adequate time to make alternate
housing arrangements, especially in light of an increase in working remotely from home for the
foreseeable future given the pandemic.
Request: The Avon Park I Community requests that the developer strictly adhere to County noise
ordinance restrictions.
Thank you again for the opportunity to comment and we look forward to hearing from you.
Maryam Tatavosian
President, Avon Park HOA
Christopher Perez
From: Kelly Myles <quietlife242@gmail.com>
Sent: Monday, July 13, 2020 12:31 PM
To: Christopher Perez
Cc: Avon Park
Subject: Re: Proposed Avon Park II development
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Hi, Christopher --
I appreciate the opportunity to comment on the proposed Avon Park II development and am following up to underscore
a few of the comments that were submitted yesterday on behalf of the Avon Park Homeowners Association by Maryam
Tatavosian, President of the Avon Park HOA. I'm looking forward to working with Stanley Martin on issues directly
impacting abutting Avon Park I homeowners. As such, the following items are my highest priorities and do not
necessarily reflect the API community's collective top concerns, although they are consistent with the comments
Maryam submitted:
• LANDSCAPING BUFFER: I am hoping that Stanley Martin will be willing to work with the Avon Park HOA to
develop options for the landscaping easement that will provide a sufficient visual buffer both in the short and
long term, be low maintenance, and be sustainable, with Stanley Martin replacing any plantings that die within
the first year after installation. I will await word from Stanley Martin on coordinating the identification and
providing my written permission to remove certain trees located within Tor less of the property line adjacent to
my lot (TMP90E-F-42), and am hoping that we can preserve as many trees as possible along the API/APII border.
• AFFORDABLE HOUSING UNITS: I fully support Stanley Martin's efforts to include affordable housing units within
the proposed Avon Park II development to make homeownership more attainable for more residents within
Albemarle County. The only concern I have pertains to the current proposed location of 3 of the 6 affordable
housing units, which abut my home and others homes in Avon Park I. This could have a deleterious impact on
our property values from an assessment/appraisal (comparables) standpoint; so, I hope Stanley Martin will
consider relocating those 3 affordable housing units (Lots 2, 3 & 25) towards the back end of the development,
such as to the row of Lots 13-16 and/or Lots 17-22.
• SCRIM FENCE: I am hoping that the scrim fence will be visually neutral (e.g., green, not bright orange), at least
6' high, and installed prior to any demolition or excavation work.
• DEVELOPMENT TIMELINES AND COUNTY ORDINANCES: I hope Stanley Martin will keep us regularly updated on
timelines for key phases of the development so that those of us who will be most affected by the noise and
disruption have adequate advance notice to make temporary housing/working arrangements. During certain
phases of a recent short-term, small-scale project by the Albemarle County Service Authority that involved tree
removal, landscaping and fencing, I was unable to work from my home (which is where my consulting business is
permanently based) due to the noise levels. I will attempt to remain in my home as much as possible throughout
the APII project; so, I am hopeful that the developer and all subcontractors will strictly adhere to County noise
ordinance restrictions.
• STREET LIGHTING: I was relieved to see that the plans indicate that no street lighting will be installed in Avon
Park II.
Thank you again for the opportunity to provide input on the proposed Avon Park II development. I hope the
County and Stanley Martin will let me know if I can be helpful at any point throughout the process.
Best regards,
Kelly Myles
1964 Tudor Court
804-240-2121
On Tue, Jul 7, 2020 at 12:40 PM Christopher Perez <cperez@albemarle.org> wrote:
Yes it is.
From: Kelly Myles <guietlife242@gmail.com>
Sent: Tuesday, July 7, 202012:22 PM
To: Christopher Perez <cperez@albemarle.org>
Subject: Proposed Avon Park II development
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Hi, Christopher -- I wanted to follow up on the June 17, 2020 letter you sent me (and, presumably, other homeowners
in the Avon Park community) regarding the proposed Avon Park II development (SDP202000050 & SDP202000120). Our
Avon Park HOA President, Maryam Tatavosian, will soon be providing the County with a set of comments incorporating
collective input from our community, and I'd like to submit my own individual comments, as well. Is emailing you the
best means of doing that?
Thank you,
Kelly T. Myles
1964 Tudor Court
TMP 90E-F-42804-240-2121
On Wed, Nov 14, 2018 at 4:06 PM Christopher Perez <cperez@albemarle.org> wrote:
Scott,
SDP201800074 Avon Park II — Initial Site Plan
SUB201800178 Avon Park II — Preliminary Subdivision Plat
Attached are SRC review comments for the above ref project. Reminder, site review is tomorrow.
Christopher Perez I Senior Planner
Department of Community Development ICounty of Albemarle, Virginia
2
401 McIntire Road I Charlottesville, VA 22902
434.296.5832 ext. 3443
Christopher Perez
From: Lucy B. Hartley <bradyhartley@gmail.com>
Sent: Sunday, July 19, 2020 8.47 PM
To: Christopher Perez
Subject: Stanley Martin development
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Hello Christoper,
My name is Lucy Hartley and I live in the Avon Park development. I wanted to express my support for the points that our
HOA president will be sharing with you about the Stanley Martin development. I share the concerns about the location
of affordable housing directly behind me, and the potential impact on property values.
Also, given the number of trees that will be removed behind me (1968 Tudor Court), I'm concerned about the health
and stability of any remaining trees, as the root structure will be compromised. I would like the developer to inspect any
remaining trees for safety. If the trees on my property are compromised by the removal of adjacent trees by Stanley
Martin, the developer should take care of removing them. I will be eager for SM to replace trees with a fast growing
alternative that provides privacy.
Finally, I will be severely impacted by construction since I work from home. I would appreciate sufficient notice of the
construction start date and phases of construction (tree removal, bulldozing, building the access road, etc) so I can move
out of my house during that time.
I'm interested to know what the next steps are in the county approval process for this project.
Many thanks,
Lucy B. Hartley
Christopher Perez
From: Richard Randolph <neurologicalhope@gmail.com>
Sent: Tuesday, July 14, 2020 12:34 PM
To: Maryam Tatovosian
Cc: Tara de Cardenas; Dennis OConnor; Christopher Perez
Subject: Fwd: Comments - Avon Park II Plans
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Good afternoon, Maryam.
Thanks for including me in the distribution list for the requests the Avon Park HOA has made to Stanley Martin prior to
their construction of
the by -right Avon Park II. I found almost all of your requests to be very reasonable and workable for the developer.
My only concern involves the request for the Affordable Housing units to be moved "towards the back end of the
development" because of perceived "potential negative impacts" with the units because they are currently slated to be
located adjacent to three Avon Park I homes. Given that these three units are reserved for owners who qualify with 80%
AMI's, many of whom are normally dual working families, I don't foresee any impact on the property values for current
residents with the current proposed location. In addition, the County expressly seeks to avoid any social stigma being
perceived or associated with any affordable unit, which could easily be the case if the three affordable units were tucked
away, almost hidden, in the center of the new development.
Please keep me informed on how the HOA's discussions with Stanley Martin proceed. I remain optimistic that positive
outcomes are in the offing for both parties.
All the best,
Rick
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Date: Mon, Jul 13, 2020 at 9:12 PM
Subject: Fwd: Comments -Avon Park II Plans
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Hello Christopher,
On behalf of the Avon Park Homeowners Association, I would like to thank you for the opportunity to comment on the
Avon Park II development. Thus far, we have been very pleased by Stanley Martin's willingness to work with us and we
are confident that we will continue the collaborative and productive dialogue as plans for the development
progress. Below you will find the consolidated requests and comments from the Avon Park HOA and all of the
homeowners who are directly impacted by this development.
Please note that we have not received a copy of the "special exceptions request" document. We would appreciate a copy
of the document when available.
Comments:
Landscaping Buffer: Referencing the following section, "modification to the timing of the installation of landscaping buffer
areas."
The privacy barrier between the Avon Park I and Avon Park II border is of significant interest to the Avon Park
HOA and all of the owners who are impacted by this development. The current plans do not specify the types of
planting that will serve as a buffer and privacy barrier between the border.
o Request: We request that Stanley Martin work with the Avon Park HOA to develop options for this area
that will include: planting of mature trees (at least 10-16), plantings that will grow more than 30% plantings
that will require minimal maintenance; plantings that will thrive with our current topography; and plantings
with prolonged life expectancy. Due to health issues of several residents, we ask that no plantings along
the border include trees in the cedar family. We look forward to discussing several options with Stanley
Martin, including the possibility of diverse plantings.
o Request: Based on the proposed plan, we would like to receive confirmation that the privacy barrier will
be planted along the entire property line between Avon Park I and Avon Park 11 and not solely behind the
areas where new townhomes will be constructed.
o Request: To the best extent possible, we would like to request that all existing trees be preserved, and
where possible, the privacy barrier be planted in such a manner that incorporates existing trees.
Due to the uncertain timeframe associated with the sale of the first home, which would then allow for the
landscaping barrier to be installed, the Avon Park Community is concerned that the planting could take place
outside of prime planting season, thus, causing potential damage and killing of the plant life.
o Request: We would like to request that all plantings be conducted during prime planting season, early
spring or early fall.
o Request: We request that Stanley Martin guarantee all plantings throughout the Avon Park II
development, to include the plantings along the Avon Park I- Avon Park 11 border for a year after
installation. We request that they commit to instituting a regular watering plan as/if needed and replacing
all plantings that may die during this one-year period.
o Request: The Avon Park I Community requests confirmation that the developer will remove owner -
specified trees that are located within 5' or less of the property lines adjacent to TMP90E-A2 (water tower
lot), TMP90E-F-42 (Myles lot), TMP90E-F-43 (Gerardi lot) or TMP90E-F-44 (Hartley lot) and that all such
tree removal is subject to the existing property owner's written approval.
Scrim Fence: Reference to the following section, "modification to the timing of the... scrim fence"
o Request: We request that the scrim fence be installed priorto any demolition or excavation work. This is
consistent with other Stanley Martin devlepments throughout the Crozet and Charlottesville areas.
o Request: We request that the scrim fence not be any lower than 6 feet in height.
Affordable Housing Units: The Avon Park HOA, along with all impacted owners, welcome Stanley Martin's efforts to
include affordable housing units within the new development in order to provide all individuals the opportunity to become
home owners. Due to the proximity of 3 of the affordable housing units bordering Avon Park I, we are concerned about
the potential negative impact, strictly from an assessment and comps perspective, that these homes will have on our
property values.
o Request: Can the developer move all of the affordable housing units towards the back end of the
development, such as to the row of Lots 13-16 or Lots 17-22?
o Request: We request clarification into how the affordable units will different from the other units, to
include square footage space, etc.
Street Lighting:
Amenities:
o Request: We would like to receive confirmation that there will be no street lighting installed in Avon Park
I.
o Request: Despite the language in plans, we request confirmation that as part of adding the two
playground structures, the playground area itself will also be expanded.
o Request: We request that Stanley Martin work with the Avon Park HOA in identifying the two new
playground structures.
Parking: The Avon Park I community has significant issues with parking and remains concerned that overflow parking
from Avon Park II will spill over onto Hathaway Street and Arden Drive posing safety and ingress/egress barriers.
o Request: Is Stanley Martin amendable to adding more guest parking spaces near the emergency
access road to ensure sufficient parking for the development?
Entrance Sign:
Request: The Avon Park Community currently lacks an entrance sign, resulting often, in people
overlooking our community. In an effort to maximize potential buyers to the Avon Park II community
and to establish a "community look", we request support from the developer with the building of an
entrance sign. We currently have a County approved sign per our 2014 agreement with the previous
developer.
Construction Access Site:
o Request: Per the Avon Park HOA's previous discussions with Stanley Martin, we would like to
receive confirmation that all construction vehicles will use the emergency access road and not Arden
Drive. This will ensure the safety of the current Avon Park I residents, their vehicles, and minimize
the noisy machinery associated with the development. Furthermore, it will keep Arden Drive free of
mud and allow for no disruption to our current traffic flow.
Existing Homes on Avon Park II
o Request: The Avon Park I Community requests more detailed information on the developer's plans
for the two current single family homes on the lower part of the lot (closer to Avon Extended),
including the SF home that is still standing and the other SF home that was recently razed, the latter
of which is referred to in the plans as an "existing structure" which is no longer the case.
HOA Supported Fees:
o Request: If an agreement is reached by Stanley Martin and the Avon Park HOA to have Avon Park II
be apart of the Avon Park I HOA, we request that language be drafted in the developers documents
that all newly constructed homes must pay a $500 fee to join the Avon Park HOA. This is consistent
with our existing governing documents.
o Request: Request that developer contribute to the Avon Park I snow removal fees and electricity
expense costs during the development phase since future clients will be using Arden Drive.
Development Timelines and County Ordinances:
Request: The Avon Park I Community requests that the developer provide regular updates to the
Avon Park HOA on the commencement timelines for key phases of the development so that Avon
Park I residents who are affected by the noise and disruption have adequate time to make alternate
housing arrangements, especially in light of an increase in working remotely from home for the
foreseeable future given the pandemic.
Request: The Avon Park I Community requests that the developer strictly adhere to County noise
ordinance restrictions.
Thank you again for the opportunity to comment and we look forward to hearing from you.
Maryam Tatavosian
President, Avon Park HOA
Rick Randolph
Scottsville District Planning Commissioner
Albemarle County, VA
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Christopher Perez
From: Rob Spauls <RSpauls@ceilingandfloor.com>
Sent: Wednesday, July 8, 2020 5A8 PM
To: Christopher Perez
Subject: RE: Avon Park II
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Christopher,
There are several comments I would like to make regarding the proposed site plan:
The site plan denotes two single family detached homes. One of these (the one closest to Avon St. Ext.), including the
three out buildings around it, has been removed/demolished. Please clarify why this house is still being listed on the site
plan. Is a new house going to be built on this lot?
As I'm sure you are well aware, there was a previous site plan submitted for Avon Park II about 10 years ago. This plan
had specific notes on it regarding the line of evergreen trees which are on the property line between the proposed site
and 1940 Avon St. Ext. were not to be disturbed during the course of construction of Avon Park 11, as well as the
hardwood tree stand also adjacent to that same property line just to the west of that row of evergreens. I do not see
that note on this site plan. It is very important to me that these trees not be disturbed during construction, especially
since it is my contention that those trees are actually on my property and I think I can prove that with my survey plat,
which is far older than the current one which this latest proposal is based on.
Also on the previous site plan proposal was a note that a 5" water main pipe would be run within 5' of my property line
which would provide me a tie-in capability for water should all the construction from Avon Park and Avon Park II
diminish drainage to my two wells to the point I would no longer have sufficient water to them. That is no longer shown
on these latest drawings. Please explain.
The previous Avon Park II development was rejected due to the lack of proper access for fire trucks and emergency
vehicles. Is the existing gravel driveway on the property being improved to the point where it is being considered to be
appropriate access for the fire trucks and rescue vehicles?
I am having larger copies made of the six sheets of the proposed site plan. Once I get those, I will be able to take a closer
look at everything. I may have additional comments after that.
Thanks for your assistance with and attention to this matter.
Sincerely,
Rob Spauls
The Ceiling & Floor Shop, Inc.
105 Keystone Place
Charlottesville, VA 22902
Phone: 434-971-9999 ext 105
Fax: 434 977-0845
http://www.ceilingandfloor.com
From: Christopher Perez <cperez@albemarle.org>
Sent: Tuesday, July 7, 2020 4:09 PM
To: Rob Spauls <RSpauls@ceilingandfloor.com>
Subject: RE: Avon Park II
Rob,
SDP202000050 Avon Park II — Initial Site Plan
SUB202000120 Avon Park 11— Preliminary Subdivision Plat
Hyperlinks to the plans are provided above. Review comments will be completed by July 20a'. The best way to
reach me is via email at this address.
Christopher Perez I Senior Planner
Department of Community Development I County of Albemarle, Virginia
401 McIntire Road I Charlottesville, VA 22902
434.296.5832 ext. 3443
From: Rob Spauls <RSpauls@ceilingandfloor.com>
Sent: Tuesday, July 7, 2020 4:02 PM
To: Christopher Perez <cperez@albemarle.ore>
Subject: Avon Park II
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Mr. Perez,
I received a letter from the county regarding this proposed project and you were listed as the contact to obtain an online
link to enable me to review the initial site plan and subdivision plat. As the next door neighbor to that piece of property
and sharing about 300 lineal feet of property line with it (on its north side), I am very much interested in reviewing these
drawings. My address is 1940 Avon St. Ext. Please send me the link referred to in your letter to me so I can do so. Also,
what is the best way to reach you by telephone?
Thank you,
Rob Spauls
The Ceiling & Floor Shop, Inc.
105 Keystone Place
Charlottesville, VA 22902
Phone: 434-971-9999 ext 105
Fax: 434 977-0845
http://www.ceilingandfloor.com
Christopher Perez
From: Tara de Cardenas <taradecardenas@gmail.com>
Sent: Monday, July 13, 2020 3.44 AM
To: Christopher Perez
Subject: Avon Park 11, Street names
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Christopher,
I am a resident of Avon Park I.Our house backs up to the Avon Park II future development.
Our HOA president has sent the community's requests to you, but I have one other that we would like to mention.
In the original Stanley Martin plan, the streets were called: Stratford Way, Place and Court. Three streets with practically
the same name isn't really necessary, but we liked that it continued the Shakespeare theme in our neighborhood. I
imagine this was started because the development is on Avon (As in Stratford -Upon -Avon, Shakespeare's birthplace)
Other names in the development are:
Arden Drive (The Arden Forest where Shakespeare spent his youth and his mother's maiden name.)
Hathaway St (His wife's maiden name)
Tudor Court (the ruling dynasty of his time)
It is possible that the Stanley Martin folks have no idea of this Shakespeare theme in the neighborhood, The names on
the current plan are Desoto and Anoko. We would just like to point this out to them and ask them to consider using
names that fit with the theme of the neighborhood. It is a minor thing, but we think it adds charm to the neighborhood.
Thank you so much.
Tara de Cardenas
434-218-3920
434-422-0047 (cell)