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HomeMy WebLinkAboutSDP200600006 Request of Variations 2006-06-30a COUNTY OF ALBEMARLE Department of Planning & Community Development 401 McIntire Road, Room 218 Charlottesville, Virginia 22902 -4596 (804) 296 - 5823 Fax (804) 972 - 4035 MEMORANDUM TO: David Pennock FROM: Wayne CilimberOf J SUBJECT: ZMA 04-17/SDP 06 -06 Application for variations to approved plan for Wickham Pond DATE: June 30, 2006 The applicant requested two variations to the plan, which have been reviewed and are approved as follows: One variation involves the relocation of all tot lot equipment from the front of the site to the rear of the site. The approved plan shows the tot lot near the front of the site. The builder believes having the tot lot at the front of the site would not be a very attractive amenity for the entrance of the development; therefore he prefers to have the tot lot at the rear of the site on an area approved for park use. The front of the site where the tot lot will move from will remain open space. The existing relocated smokehouse will remain at the front of the site also, and the open space may be used for gardening and youth activities. • Section 8.5.53 (a.2) allows the director to grant a variation of an approved plan for changes to the arrangement of buildings and uses shown on the plan, provided that the major elements shown on the plan and their relationships remain the same. The following list answers the five criteria used to determine that this variation request is acceptable: The variation is consistent with the goals and objectives of the comprehensive plan, The variation does not increase the approved development density or intensity of development. The variation does not adversely affect the timing and phasing of development of any other development in the zoning district. The variation does not require a special use permit. The variation is in general accord with the purpose and intent of the approved rezoning application, The second variation the applicant is requesting is a reduction of sidewalks shown in front of the existing house from two (2) sidewalks to one (1) sidewalk. The approved plan shows a formal area in terms of the paths and landscaping. The Architectural Review Board requested that this area be less formal and that it have an appropriate connection to Route 240, which is in front of the house. The reduction in sidewalks and less formal plantings will help create a less formalized space. • Section 8.5.5.3 (a.4) allows the director to grant a variation of an approved plan and allows minor changes to landscape or architectural standards. This change is minor and is therefore acceptable. The following list answers the five criteria used to determine that this variation request is acceptable: The variation is consistent with the goals and objectives of the comprehensive plan. The variation does not increase the approved development density or intensity of development. The variation does not adversely affect the timing and phasing of development of any other development in the zoning district. The variation does not require a special use permit. The variation is in general accord with the purpose and intent of the approved rezoning application.