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HomeMy WebLinkAboutSDP202000036 Review Comments Final Site Plan and Comps. 2020-10-14��Or U � m �RGIN�P COUNTY OF ALBEMARLE Department of Community Development 401 McIntire Road, North Wing Charlottesville, Virginia 22902-4596 Memorandum To: Steve Krohn (skrohn@resortscompanies.com), Riki Van-Niekerk (riki@roudabush.com) From: Cameron Langille — Senior Planner II Division: Planning Services Date: June 17, 2020 First Revision: August 10, 2020 Second Revision: October 14, 2020 Subject: SDP202000036 — Belvedere Block 5A — Final Site Plan The Planner for the Planning Services Division of the Albemarle County Department Community Development will recommend approval of the plan referred to above when the following items 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.) [Each comment is preceded by the applicable reference to the Albemarle County Code.] Applicable Comments from Initial Site Plan Action Letter (March 19, 2020): 1. [General Comment] Please revise the legend on Sheet 2 so that the Future Belvedere Phase 5B matches the coloring/symbology used on the drawing. Rev 1: Comment addressed. 2. [32.5.2 (b)] Please revise the "Proposed Use" note on Sheet 1. Under the R-4 Zoning District, the property can be developed as either a Standard Level Cluster Development, or a Bonus Level Cluster Development. The lot sizes and permitted densities are different for these two use types. Please reference Section 18-15.3 for the Area and Bulk Regulations that apply to each type. a. Please clarify which use type is being requested, and revise the Proposed Use note so that it specifies either Standard Level Cluster Development or Bonus Level Cluster Development. Based on the fact that the density increase is proposed to be gained by maintenance of an existing wooded area, this development qualifies as a Bonus Level Cluster Development, per Section 18-15.4.1. Rev. 1: Comment not addressed. Use note has not been revised. Rev. 2: The note has been revised to state this is a Standard Level Cluster Development. However, the plan says that a density bonus is being sought for preservation of 1.17 acres of existing wooded area. Section 18-5.4.1 states that a 5% density bonus is granted is an area between 10-19% of existing wooded area is preserved. This means that 1.5 acres must be preserved. Therefore, no bonus density can be granted. Please revise the Allowable Density calculation so that it does not include a 5% bonus. b. Please add notes to Sheet 1 specifying the minimum lot size permitted, and maximum structure height permitted. See the Area and Bulk Regulations table in Section 18-15.3 for these standards. Rev. 1: Comment not fully addressed. Lot size note has not been added. Rev. 2: Comment addressed. c. [18-2.2.3] In order to be a cluster development, both Standard Level and Bonus Level, a minimum of 25% of the total land area must be common open space. Please provide a note on Sheet 1 stating the required acreage/sq.ft. of open space, and provide a calculation stating the proposed acreage/sq. ft. of open space. Rev. 1: Comment not fully addressed. Required and proposed open space acreage note has not been added. As a reminder, bonus level cluster developments must provide a minimum of 25% common open space. Based on staff s calculation of open space provided, there is a total of 2.13 acres (92,950 sq. ft.) of common open space provided (this includes Open Space A, Open Space B. Open Space C. and the tot lot). This does not match the open space provided figures on Sheet 1 (2.07 acres) and Sheet 20 (2.98 acres). Please verify the total acreage of common open space provided, and revise 1 the figures as necessary. Rev 2: Comment addressed. 3. [32.5.2 (a)] Please label all setback lines shown on Sheets 4 and 5 on lots 1-14 and 34-43. Rev. 1: Comment not fully addressed. The rear setback line is not labeled/called out for lots 1-14 and 34-43 on Sheets 4 and 5. Please revise. Rev. 2: Rear setback lines are not labeled on lots 34 and 43. Please draw setback lines on these lots. 4. [32.5.2 (a)] Please identify which lots are SFD and SFA on Sheets 4 and 5. Rev. 1: Comment not addressed. Lots are not identified as SFA or SFD on Sheets 4 and 5. Rev. 2: Comment addressed. 5. [32.5.2 (f)] According to Albemarle County GIS, a Water Protection Ordinance 100' stream buffer exists on TMP 62-16D. Please show and label the stream buffer on all applicable drawings and identify the symbology used to represent the stream buffer limits in the legend on each sheet where visible. Rev. 1: Comment no longer applicable. a. Revise the stream buffer note on Sheet 1 so that it states the property is located within a WPO stream buffer, or provide evidence such as a survey that verifies that no stream buffer is located on TMP 62- 16D. Rev. 1: Comment no longer applicable. 6. [32.5.2 (n] Retaining walls are shown on lots 1-10 and lots 25-29. A note on Sheet 3 states "Prop. Ret. wall by others." Details of the retaining wall must be provided on the final site plan. Please explain the note, and provide a construction detail of the retaining wall that specifies the materials and height of the wall. Rev. 1: See Engineering Division comment #4. Plans for retaining walls over 4' in height must be provided for review prior to final site plan approval. Rev. 2: Comment addressed, see Engineering Division comments. 7. [32.5.2 (d) and 32.5.2 (f)] Please show the limits of all areas located within the Preserved Steep Slopes Overlay District, and the WPO stream buffer on Sheets 3-7 and 17-19. Rev. 1: Comment addressed. 8. [32.5.2 (n)] Please provide the construction detail number/sheet number in the labels for all proposed improvements where construction details are provided in the plans. Rev. 2: Comment addressed. 9. [32.7.1.11 Please address the following related to notes on Sheet 1 and Sheet 4: a. [32.7.1.1(b)] Asterisk * on Sheet 1 and Note 5 on Sheet 4: street right-of-way can't be dedicated through the site plan. ROW dedication must occur as part of recordation of a subdivision application that is reviewed and approved by the County in accordance with all applicable sections of Chapter 14. Rev. 1: Comment not addressed. See comment #9b below for revised language for the note that should be on the plans. Rev. 2: Comment addressed. b. Please revise the note language so that it states "public street right-of-ways shall be dedicated to Albemarle County for public use in accordance with all applicable sections of the Albemarle County Code." Rev. 1: Comment not addressed. Notes on Sheet 1 and Sheet 4 have not been revised. Rev. 2: Comment addressed. 10. [18-4.7] Please address the following related to open space: a. [18-4.7 (c)(3)] Please provide documentation and calculations that all open space parcels meet the limitations on certain features requirements. Per Section 18-4.7 (c)(3), "not more than 80 percent of the minimum required open space shall consist of the following: (i) land located within the 100-year flood plain; (ti) land subject to occasional, common or frequent flooding as defined in Table 16 Soil and Water Features of the United States Department of Agriculture Soil Conservation Service, Soil Survey of Albemarle County, Virginia, August, 1985; (iti) critical or preserved slopes; and (iv) land devoted to stormwater management facilities or flood control devices, except where the facility or feature is incorporated into a permanent pond, lake or other water feature deemed by the agent to constitute a desirable open space amenity. " Rev. 1: Comment not addressed, no calculations identifying the acreage of these features within the proposed open space areas has been provided. Rev. 2: Comment addressed. b. [18-4.7 (d)] Asterisk ** on Sheet 1 and Note 4 on Sheet 4: the site plan can't dedicate the open space to the HOA, the dedication needs to be done as part of a subdivision application review and approval, in accordance with Chapter 14. Please be aware that open space in private ownership 2 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. Rev. 1: Applicant did not provide a response to this comment, and the note is still on Sheet 4. Rev. 2: Comment addressed. c. [18-4.7] How will HOA access be granted to Open Space C? Since existing trees are being maintained in Open Space C to count toward minimum landscaping requirements, the HOA will need access to the tree preservation areas in order to maintain the existing trees. See comments # 1 and #8 below for additional information. Rev. 1: Comment not addressed. Applicant did not provide a response to this comment and it is still unclear how Open Space C will be accessed. Rev. 2: Comment not fully addressed. Applicant comment response letter states that the phase line was adjusted so that open space C can be accessed at the end of Fowler Street. However, the site plan still shows Fowler street and the phase line ending before reaching open space c. Open space C has no frontage of access as currently shown. Please revise. i. Since there is no minimum lot size in R-4 bonus level cluster developments, staff suggests revising the rear and rear corner lot lines of Lot 1 so that Open Space B and C connect. The connection area should be at least 10-12' wide so that vehicles can be driven to the open space C area. Otherwise, a private HOA access easement will need to be created through residential lots so that Open Space C can be accessed for maintenance purposes. Rev. 1: Comment not addressed. Applicant did not provide a response to this comment and it is still unclear how Open Space C will be accessed. Rev. 2: Comment stands, see comment above. Either the phase lines need to be adjusted or a private access easement needs to be provided. 11. [18-4.16] Please address the following related to recreation requirements: a. [18-4.16.1] A minimum of 200 square feet per unit of recreational area shall be provided in common area or open space on the site. Therefore, 8,600 sq. ft. of recreation area/open space is required. Please add a required open space calculation to Sheet 1. State the amount of open space/recreation area proposed. Rev. 1: Comment not addressed. Calculations stating the minimum required open space and recreation areas have not been provided on Sheet 1. It appears that only 2, 895 sg. ft. of recreational areas are provided (the tot lot). This does not meet the minimum 8,600 sg. ft. required. Rev. 2: Comment not fully addressed. Recreation notes on Sheet 1 state that open space C is being counted as "active recreation space" with a trail. However, no trail is shown on the site plans. Furthermore, open space C will be inaccessible based on the phase lines and lot locations. Please show a trail if one will be provided and identify the trail type with a construction detail. Identify how open space C will be accessed and used as active recreation space. See comment #10c above for additional information on the open space C access issue. b. 118-4.16.2.11 An exhibit of the tot lot area must be provided that shows locations of all required facilities. One tot lot containing the following facilities is required: i. One swing (four seats) ii. One slide iii. Two climbers iv. One buckabout or whirl v. Two benches. Rev. 1: Comment not fully addressed. Revise the callout on Sheet 5 so that it states the correct sheet number (Sheet 23) for the tot lot detail. Additionally, please show the actual footprint of the facilities within the tot lot on Sheet 5. Rev. 2: Comment addressed. c. [18-4.16.2.21 One-half court for basketball shall be provided for each 100 units, consisting of a 30-foot by 30-foot area of four -inch 21-A base and 1%: inches bituminous concrete surface, and a basketball backboard and net installed at regulation height. The site plan does not currently show a basketball court as required by the Zoning Ordinance. Rev. 1: Comment not addressed, the site plan does not show the required one-half basketball court. Rev. 2: Comment addressed. d. [18-4.16] Please provide notes on Sheet 1 and Sheet 4 stating who will own and maintain the tot lot. Rev. 1: Comment not addressed, no note is provided. Rev. 2: Comment addressed e. [18-4.16.2.11 Please provide a construction detail identifying the materials and height of the fence enclosing the tot lot. Rev. 1: Comment addressed. f. [18-4.16.2.11 Please provide construction details of each tot lot facility mentioned in sub -comment #b. Rev. 1: Comment addressed. g. [18-4.16.3.21 Add a note to Sheet 1 stating "Recreational equipment and facilities shall be maintained 3 in a safe condition and replaced as necessary. Maintenance shall be the responsibility of the property owner if rental units or a homeowners' association if sale units." Rev. 1: Comment not addressed, note is not provided. Rev. 2: Comment addressed. h. 118-4.16.3.31 Add a note to Sheet 1 stating "Recreational facilities shall be completed when 50 percent of the units have received certificates of occupancy." Rev. 1: Comment not addressed, note is not provided. Rev. 2: Comment addressed. 12. [32.7.2.21 The road plans for Phase 5A SUB201900170, must be approved prior to final site plan approval. Rev. 1: Comment stands, road plans still under review. Rev. 2: Comment stands, road plans still under review 13. [32.7.4.1 (a)] A WPO plan must be submitted, reviewed, and approved prior to final site plan approval. Rev. 1: Comment stands. WPO202000034 still under review. Rev. 2: Comment stands, WPO not yet approved. 14. [General Comment] An easement plat application must be submitted, reviewed, approved, and recorded prior to final site plan approval. All proposed easements shown on the final site plan need to be included on the easement plat. Rev. 1: Comment stands, SUB202000123 easement plat under review. Rev. 2: Comment stands, SUB202000123 still under review. a. Once the easement plat is approved and recorded, update the drawings as necessary so that all easements on the site plan include a label stating "existing" easement. Specify the easement type (public/private) in the label, include the width, and state the recorded instrument number. Rev. 1: Comment stands, SUB202000123 easement plat still under review. All easement labels will need to be updated with recorded instrument number prior to final site plan approval. Rev. 2: Comment stands, SUB202000123 still under review. b. If any new easements will have a separate deed of easement/maintenance agreements recorded with the plat, the easement labels should also state the deed of easement recorded instrument number. Rev. 1: Comment stands, SUB202000123 easement plat still under review. All easement labels will need to be updated with recorded instrument number prior to final site plan approval. Rev. 2: Comment stands, SUB202000123 still under review. New Comments — Final Site Plan 1. [General Comment] Please provide information on timing/anticipated process for filing a final subdivision plat application to create lots proposed in Phase 5A. Rev. 1: Comment stands, comment response letter did not include a response to this comment. Rev. 2: Comment partially addressed. A subdivision application was filed in August, but the applicant selected the "Final Plat following Site Plan Approval' application type. That application could not be processed because the final site plan is not vet approved. County staff and the applicant corresponded and the application was going to be withdrawn and another subdivision application will be filed followine final site plan approval. Please remove note 3.6 on Sheet 1. a. 132.7.9.9 (d)] An instrument will need to be provided with the final plat demonstrating required landscaping in open space and private lots will be maintained in accordance with this Code section. The instrument shall be subject to review and approval by the county attorney and shall be in a form and style so that it may be recorded in the office of the clerk of the circuit court of the county. Rev. 1: Comment stands, comment response letter did not include a response to this comment. Rev. 2: Comment acknowledeed by applicant, instruments will be provided with final plat. 2. [32.7.9.4 (b) and 32.7.9.4 (c)] On Sheets 18 and 19, please provide more information on the types of existing vegetation present within the tree save area. For example, show existing tree locations and state the species name and caliper for trees larger than 6." Rev. 1: Comment not fully addressed. Sheets 18 and 19 only label a "Tree Save Deciduous Trees" area. Information on the sizes and species of existine vegetation has not been Provided. Rev. 2: Comment addressed. Applicant provided a supplementary tree exhibit, dated September 1, 2020 that contains photoeraphs and descriptions of trees. a. 132.7.9.4 (b)(1)] Show tree protection fencing around the tree save areas on Sheets 7, 18, and 19. 4 Add a callout that references the sheet and exhibit number for the construction detail of the tree protection fence. Rev. 1: Comment not addressed. Tree protection fencing is not shown on the grading and landscape plan sheets. No details for the tree protection fencing is shown on the construction detail drawings. Rev. 2: Comment addressed. b. [32.7.9.8 (e)] State the sq. ft. measurement of the tree save area in the label on Sheet 18 so that staff can verify the total area of the tree save area mentioned in the canopy coverage calculation on Sheet 20. Rev. 1: Comment not addressed, the sq. ft. area of the tree save area on Sheet 18 is not stated in the label/call-out. Rev. 2: Comment addressed. 3. [32.7.9.5 (d)] Street trees are shown within lots 2, 4, 8, 34, 35, 36, 39 and 43, and not within the 6' planting strip within the street ROW. Street trees must be provided within the planting strip unless VDOT will not allow them there. Utilities should be laid out so that the trees can be located within the planting strip. Revise Sheets 13, 17, and 18 as necessary to show proposed trees within the 6' planting strip. Rev. 1: Comment addressed street trees are now within the landscaping strip within the ROW. a. Revise the plant schedule on Sheets 17 and 19 so it states the correct quantities of each species provided. 16 GT, 10 QC, 12 TC, and 8 ZS trees are shown on Sheet 17. Rev. 1: Comment addressed. b. Revise the total tree coverage column in the plant schedule so that the figures are correct based on the quantity of each species provided. Rev. 1: Comment addressed. c. Revise the street tree calculation on Sheet 19. 14 trees are needed on each side of Fowler Street, so 28 total are required. 12 trees are required on each side of Fowler Circle, so 24 total are required. Rev. 1: Comment not addressed, 28 total trees are needed on Fowler Street and only 27 are provided. Revise the calculation on Sheet 20 and add another tree along Fowler street on Sheet 18. Fowler Circle requires 22 trees and the calculation only states 21.7, please revise. Rev. 2: Comment addressed. d. Not enough trees are currently provided based on what is shown on Sheets 17-18. Please add additional trees within the planting strip within the ROW as necessary to comply with the Ordinance. Rev. 1: One additional tree is needed alone Fowler Street. Please add this tree to Sheet 18 and update the quantity of trees provided in the applicable column in the table on Sheet 20. Rev. 2: Comment not fully addressed. Only 20 trees are shown on Fowler Circle. Trees have been removed on this iteration of the site plan. The previous revision had trees in front of lots 21/22 and 26/27. Please add two more trees along Fowler Circle. 4. [32.7.9.7 (a)(4)] Lots 15, 33, 34, and 43 are double frontage lots. Please provide screening for these lots. a. [32.7.9.71 If landscaping will be provided, show how the screening measures on each lot comply with Section 32.7.9.7 (c) and 32.7.9.7 (d). Rev. 1: Comment not addressed. Not screening measure are shown on Sheet 18 for these lots. Please identify what screening measures will be provided at the rear of these lots on the next submittal. Whether landscaping or fencing is provided, the site plan must provide details of the plant materials or fencing in accordance with Section 32.7.9.7 (c), 32.7.9.7 (d), and/or 32.7.9.7 (e). Rev. 2: Comment not fully addressed. Lots 43 and 34 are still double -frontage lots. Per the Zoning Ordinance definition of corner lots, a corner lot means a lot abutting on two or more streets at their intersection. The front of a corner lot shall be deemed to be the shortest of the sides fronting on streets except where existing development of such lot shall already have defined the front ofsuch lot The strip of open space provided alone adjacent to Fowler Street results in lots 34 and 43 only having frontage alone 1 street. Furthermore, in order for open space to qualify as a screening measure for double -frontage lots, it must be a minimum of 20' wide and currently it only measures 11' wide. Therefore, the open space needs to be widened to 20' and landscaping must be provided to screen these lots. If onlv landscaping is provided to screen lots 34 and 43. the planting strip shall not be less than 20 feet in depth. If a planting strip is provided, the plant materials shall consist of a double staggered row of evergreen trees planted 15 feet on center, or a double staggered row of evergreen shrubs planted ten feet on center, or an alternative vegetative screening approved by the agent. b. [32.7.9.7 (e)] If fencing will be installed, please show fencing locations on each lot where required for screening. Provide a construction detailing demonstrating that the fence is opaque and 6' in height. Rev. 1: Comment stands, if fencing will be provided, show fencing on Sheet 18 and provide a detail of the fencingidentify dentify height and materials in accordance with Section 32.7.9.7 (e). Rev. 2: Comment stands pendin¢ applicant's re -design of the open space strip and landscapin¢ measures provided to screen Lots 43 and 34. 5. [32.7.9.8 (c)] Please provide more information on how it was determined that the "net site area" is 4.86 acres. The tree canopy requirement calculation on Sheet 20 should clearly identify the acreage of Phase 5A, and subtract the features listed under Section 32.7.9.8 (c) that can be excluded from the calculation. Staff cannot verify that the total canopy area required is correct as stated in the calculation on Sheet 20 without this additional information. Additional landscaping may be required in order to comply with the minimum 20% canopy required. Rev. 1: Comment not fully addressed. There is a discrepancy between the acreage of open space proposed in this phase between notes on Sheet 1 (2.07 acres) and Sheet 20 (2.98 acres). Please verify the actual net site area so that staff can verify that the tree canopy provided meets the minimum 20% required. Rev. 2: Comment addressed. a. 132.7.9.8 (a)(4)] Revise the proposed tree canopy figure on Sheet 20 once the plant schedules have been updated, per earlier comments. Rev. 1: Comment stands. Once an additional tree is added to Fowler Street. update the canopy provided figure so that it includes the coverage of the new tree. Rev. 2: Comment addressed. 6. [32.7.91 Revise note on Sheet 16 so that it states "refer to Sheet 19 for additional notes & details." Rev. 1: Comment addressed. 7. [32.7.9.91 Please add a note to Sheets 17-19 stating "All landscaping shall be installed by the first planting season following the issuance of the first certificate of occupancy within the development." Rev. 1: Comment addressed. 8. [32.7.9.91 Please add a note to the Landscape plans stating "Tree preservation areas and screening on private lots shall be maintained in a healthy condition by the current owner or a property owners' association, and replaced when necessary. Replacement material shall comply with the approved landscape plan." Rev. 1: Comment not addressed, this note is not provided on Sheet 20. Rev. 2: Comment addressed. 9. [32.7.9.91 Please add a note to Sheets 17-19 stating "street trees provided within the public right-of-way shall be maintained in accordance with the requirements of the Virginia Department of Transportation." Rev. 1: Comment not addressed. This note is not provided on Sheet 20. Note 8 on Sheet 20 should be revised to include the language quoted in this comment. Rev. 2: Comment addressed. Please contact Cameron Langille at the Department of Community Development at blanig Ile@albemarle.org or 296- 5832 ext. 3432 for further information. Comments from Other Reviewers: Albemarle County Engineering Services (Engineer) — David James, diames2@albemarle.org — Requested changes, see attached. Albemarle County Service Authority — Richard Nelson, melsongserviceauthority.org — ACSA review not yet complete, comments or approvals from ACSA will be forwarded to the applicant upon receipt. Rivanna Water and Sewer Authority— Victoria Fort, vfortgrivanna.org.434-977-2970, ext. 205 — Requested changes, see attached. Review Comments for SDP202000036 Final Site Development Plan Project Name: Belvedere Phase 5A- Final - Digital Date Completed: Monday, September 28, 2020 Department/Division/Agency: Review Status: Reviewer: David James CDD Enaineerina Requested Changes 1. Submit a WPO plan for approval prior to FSP approval. WPO plan has not been approved yet. 4. Submit design plans & comps for walls over 4' high. Addressed. 7. Note: Walls crossings property lines may need 3rd party agreements between owners. Show an easement for both walls & show an access easement from the road to get to the lower wall. A maintenance agreement for the walls will need to be recorded with the subdivision plat. Acknowledged. Please provide HOA agreement docs for the maintenance with the plat prior to approval. Acknowledged, will confirm with easement plat review. 9. Please size the drainage easements to the required width following the drainage easement width calculation: 10'+(pipe dia. or channel width) + 2'+ 2(depth-5'). Acknowledged; will confirm with easement plat review. 10. Sheet 18: It appears that at least (9) trees need to be relocated outside of the drainage easement. Addressed. 11. Sheet 7: Show offsite easement for the grading at Fowler Street entrance. Addressed. 12. Reduce pipe slope between Str. 1 & 0 to 16% or less (for public storm pipes). [ACDSM, pg. 14] 13. Minimum diameter for public pipes is 15". [ACDSM, pg. 141 n Page: 1� County of Albemarle Printed On: 09/30/2020 Cameron Langille From: Dyon Vega <dvega@rivanna.org> Sent: Wednesday, September 30, 2020 12:17 PM To: Cameron Langille Cc: vfort@rivanna.org; Richard Nelson Subject: Belvedere Phase 5a comments CAUTION: This message originated outside the County of Albemarle email system. DO NOT CLICK on links or open attachments unless you are sure the content is safe. RWSA has reviewed the Belvedere Phase 5a Site Plan dated September 2nd 2020 and has the following comments. General comments: RWSA will require a sewer flow acceptance prior to final site plan approval. The request will need to be sent to us by ACSA and will include the following: • Estimated average daily dry weather sewage flow (ADDWF) • Point of connection into RWSA system (which manhole) • Number of units/square footage • Estimated in-service date Let me know if you have any questions. Dyon Vega Civil Engineer ANNA WATER 3 SEWERAUTHORITY Rivanna Water & Sewer Authority (434) 977-2970, Ext. 170 695 Moores Creek Lane Charlottesville, VA 22902 www.rivanna.ora