HomeMy WebLinkAboutZMA202100001 Review Comments Zoning Map Amendment 2021-03-05COUNTY OF ALBEMARLE
Department of Community Development
401 McIntire Road, North Wing
Charlottesville, Virginia 22902-4596
Phone(434) 296-5832 Fax (434)972-4176
March 5, 2021
Mr. Steve Edwards
Edwards Design Studio
4936 Old Boonsboro Rd.
Lynchburg, VA 24503
steve@edwardsdesienstudio.com / 434-531-7507
RE: ZMA2021-00001 Willow Glen
Dear Mr. Edwards:
Staff has reviewed your initial submittal for the zoning map amendment, ZNIA202100001, Willow Glen. We have a
number of 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.
Review comments are provided below, organized by Department, Division, or agency. Our comments are provided below:
Planning — General ZMA Comments
1. Provide the total acreage of Phase 1 of the development in the project narrative so that staff can better analyze the
overall density of the development and the proposed amendments from ZMA2006-00019.
2. Revise the density calculations on sheet 2 of the narrative — it appears that 308 units divided by 19.27 acres would
be approximately 15.98 DUA, not the 15.20 that is identified.
3. Include the net density of the development in both the project narrative and on the application plan. (It does
appear, however, that it will likely be the same as the gross density since there are no environmental features
located on the property.)
4. The project narrative states that some buildings may be four stories. Provide more information on the building
heights and which buildings may be of that height. Any building that exceeds three stories, or 40 feet, in height,
whichever is less, must have a stepback of at least 15 feet. However, a special exception application can be
submitted instead to request that the Board of Supervisors waive or modify the requirement for the 15-11.
stepback.
5. These properties are designated as Urban Density Residential in the Places29 Master Plan, which recommends a
maximum building height of four stories or 45 feet. The requested zoning district of PRD, Planned Residential
Development, permits a maximum height of 65 feet, which is not consistent with the Master Plan
recommendations. The proposed heights of the buildings should be identified on the application plan.
6. Revise the information on impacts to the school system in the project narrative. The narrative states that this
project is located within the Hollymead Elem. School district. However, it appears that this development is
instead in the Baker -Butler Elem. School district.
Baker -Butler is already over -capacity and is expected to remain so over the next ten years of enrollment
projections, as is Albemarle High School. This proposal will generate additional students at the elementary and
high school levels, while decreasing middle school students at Sutherland, which is currently under -capacity. This
proposal does not appear to address the impacts from the additional students expected to be generated by the
requested increase in density.
7. The project narrative does not provide any information on potential impacts of the project on public facilities such
as the police department and the fire -rescue department. Anticipated impacts on these facilities should be
discussed in the narrative.
8. There is also no discussion in the narrative about potential impacts on the transportation network in the
surrounding area. This information should be provided. In addition, no TIA was provided for this development, so
staff is unable to analyze the potential impact this proposal may have on the transportation network.
9. Interconnectivity is being reduced with this proposal.
10. These properties are near a designated Neighborhood Service Center (the intersection of Dickerson and
Towncenter Dr.). How is this development proposed to relate to this Center for the community?
11. Is there any proposed subdivision that will occur with this development? Any lots created by subdivision will
need to meet the requirements of ZO 18-4.6 and the Subdivision Ordinance, Chapter 14.
12. If this ZMA is approved, it is likely that a boundary line adjustment (BLA) plat will be needed to vacate the
property line among the three parcels that compose this request. (This vacation is not required at the rezoning
stage but is something to be aware of at the site planning/subdivision stage if the zoning map amendment is
approved.)
13. Sheet Z6 mentions one -car garages. Where are those proposed to be located? They do not appear to be identified
on the plan.
14. Why are the setbacks being reduced from what is shown on the existing approved plan, especially in the northern
comer where Buildings 9 and 10 are proposed? These structures appear to be very close to existing single-family
homes in the Deerwood subdivision, and no buffer is being proposed in this location. This does not promote the
"appropriate and harmonious physical development" intended with the PRD zoning district.
15. Areas of Managed Steep Slopes should be depicted on the plan sheets for staff to analyze potential impacts.
16. On the cover sheet of the application plan:
a. Provide the application number — ZMA2021-00001.
b. Remove the Urban Mixed Use (in centers) designation in the comp plan section. This property is not
designated for that land use.
17. Also include the application number for this amendment on the project narrative.
18. Has a Phase I environmental impact statement been done on this property previously?
19. How will waste management be addressed at this development? Is it only the proposed compactor in the
northwest comer of the site?
20. ZO 18-19.6.2/ ZO 18-4.16: Provide more information on the recreational facilities proposed to be included in this
development. Recreation requirements mandate a minimum of 200 square feet be provided per dwelling unit.
With 360 units proposed, 72,000 sq. ft. of recreational space is required for both phases. It does not appear that
this requirement is met with the rec spaces shown on the application plan.
a. Planned Residential Developments should provide an "improved level of amenities" (see ZO 18-19.1).
Identify how this is being accomplished.
b. Separate out the calculations of the proposed recreational space from the other proposed open space areas,
such as the pond and buffer areas, so it is more clear what amenities and open space are being provided
and where (there can be some overlap), and to ensure there is space to accommodate the minimum 25%
required.
c. Identify the locations of the required recreational facilities. The proposed rec spaces do not appear large
enough to accommodate these facilities. According to 18-4.16.2, a minimum of eight tot lots of at least
2,000 sq. ft. each is required and a minimum of four %-court basketball pads of 30 ft. by 30 ft. each is
required. The square footage of the recreational facilities identified on sheet Z8 does not meet the square
footage required by the ordinance. See instead comment 21 below for another course of action since an
exception request was submitted.
d. Include Phase 1 in this calculation as well, since it is also a part of the development and the open space
areas and rec facilities are to be shared across both phases.
e. Identify any amenities provided with the stonnwater management pond. The pond by itself cannot be
included as open space.
21. As an exception request was submitted, revise the request to identify the requirements of the ordinance, as
mentioned above, and then identify what is being proposed to be replace the ordinance requirements, including
both square footage and the facilities/equipment. The proposed facilities should also be depicted on the
application plan.
22. How will the open space and rec facilities be owned and operated? More information should be provided. As they
are part of the same development, the open space and facilities in both Phases 1 and 2 must be open to residents of
the other phase.
23. Neighborhood Model Principles
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 (see attached
document Consistency with Neighborhood Model) on relevant aspects of the Neighborhood Model principles. It
is recommended that these comments and questions be addressed as well, as many of them expand on the
comments listed above.
24. Community Meeting
A community meeting has not yet been held for this rezoning application, although one is scheduled for Thursday,
March 11, 2021. Please be advised that additional comments may arise based on discussion that occurs at this
meeting. Community input is taken into consideration by the Planning Commission and the Board of Supervisors.
Planning— SE2021-00007 — Recreational Requirements Comments
1. See comments 20-22 above regarding the open space and recreational requirements of this development.
2. Also see the comments from Zoning for more information.
Planning — SE2021-00008 — Parking Requirements Comments
1. The narrative states that the development encourages mixed uses. There are no mixed uses proposed within this
development. Clarify.
2. Identify the walking distances from this development to the services referenced in the narrative.
3. There is currently no transit service in this area. Furthermore, there is no accommodation provided for future
transit surface with this development as proposed.
4. No parking studies or information was provided with this request, as was referenced in the narrative.
Planning Division — Transportation
The following comments regarding this proposal have been provided by Kevin McDermott, Chief of Planning,
kmcdermott@albemarle.org:
A Traffic Impact Analysis (TIA) for this project needs to be provided for staff to review. Without a TIA, staff can not
recommend approval of the ZMA to the PC if you decide to move forward.
Planning Division — Architectural Review Board (ARB)
The following comments regarding this proposal have been provided by Margaret Maliszewski, ARB Staff Planner (Chief
of Resource Planning), mmaliszewski@albemarle.org:
No objections at this time. This property does not fall within the EC Overlay District.
Zoning Division, Community Development Department
Please see the attached memorandum with comments from Zoning reviewer Rebecca Ragsdale, Principal Planner,
rraesdale(aalbemarle.ore.
Engineering & Water Resources Division, Community Development Department
The following comments regarding this proposal have been provided by the County Engineer, Frank Pohl,
fpohl@albemarle.org:
1. Applicant is proposing to remove the offsite connection to Shannon Glen Court included in the previous rezoning.
This may result in Shannon Glen Ct. being ineligible for VDOT acceptance, or, may require additional improvements to
Shannon Glen Ct. to allow VDOT acceptance. If this application results in Shannon Glen Ct. not being eligible for VDOT
maintenance, a private road request including required documents (plat, road maintenance agreement, etc.) may be
required. Confirm if VDOT will still accept Shannon Glen Ct. if it is a dead end street and any improvements required to
remain a public street.
2. Sheet Z8, Additional Notes - Trails must meet one of the design standards as identified in the County Design
Standards Manual, Section H. Trail Standards. Please identify the trail standard(s) to be used for this project. If deviations
are proposed, please identify such deviations (i.e. 4-ft width instead of 5-ft).
3. Considering land disturbance commenced on Phase 1 prior to July 1, 2014, the project shall remain subject to the
Part II C technical criteria until the end of the current permit cycle, which expires on June 30, 2024. After such time,
portions of the project not under construction shall become subject to any new technical criteria adopted by the board
[9VAC25-870-47.B]. The active DEQ CGP permit number is VAR10P048.
E911 (Geographic Data Services) Division, Community Development Department
The following comments regarding this proposal have been provided by Elise Kiewra, GIS Specialist,
ekiewragalbemarle.org:
No objections at this time. However, see the attached memorandum from Elise Kiewra for advisory comments regarding
this application.
Building Inspections Division, Community Development Department
No objections at this time. Betty Slough, Plans Reviewer, bslough@albemarle.or
Albemarle County Fire -Rescue
Review pending; comments will be forwarded to applicant upon receipt by Planning staff. Shawn Maddox, Fire & Rescue
plans reviewer, smaddox akalbemarle.org.
Albemarle County Service Authority (ACSA)
Please see the attached memorandum with comments from ACSA plans reviewer, Richard Nelson,
melson(a)serviceauthoritv.ore.
Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT)
Please see the attached memorandum with comments from VDOT Area Land Use Engineer, Adam Moore,
adam.moore@vdot.virginia.gov.
Action after Receipt of Comments
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 no fee for the first resubmittal. The resubmittal date
schedule is provided for your convenience online at: https://www.albemarle.org/home/shQWublisheddocurnent?id=358
Notification and Advertisement Fees
It appears that the Public Notice Requirement fees have already been paid for this application.
Additional notification fees will not be required unless a deferral takes place in which adjoining owners need to be
notified of a new date.
Please feel free to contact me if you wish to meet or need additional information. My email address is
areitelbach&albemarle.org, and my phone number is 434-296-5832 ext. 3261.
Sincerely,
Andy Reitelbach
Senior Planner
Planning Division, Department of Community Development
enc: Consistency with Neighborhood Model
Memorandum from Rebecca Ragsdale, Zoning Division
Memorandum from Elise Kiewra, GDS Division
Memorandum from Albemarle County Service Authority
Memorandum from Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT)
ZMA202 1 -00001 Action After Receipt of Comments
Zoning Map Amendment Resubmittal Form
ZMA2021-00001 Willow Glen Amendment
Staff Analysis of Application's Consistency with Neighborhood Model Principles
Pedestrian
Orientation
Mixture of Uses
Neighborhood
Centers
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Types and
Affordability
There are pedestrian facilities provided throughout the site. However, most of
the sidewalks are adjacent to large expanses of parking. Landscaping is
important to provide greater pedestrian orientation in this development. There
is a trail provided on the southern side of the property; however, no similar
facility is provided for the buildings and residents on the north side of the
property. In addition, safety features such as crosswalks do not appear to be
provided.
This principle is partially met.
The application provides for only one type of housing in Phase 2, reducing the
mix from the existing greater range of housing types that are approved for this
property. However, with Phase 1 included, there are additional housing types.
This property is designated as Urban Density Residential, so residential is the
primary use recommended.
This principle is partially met.
Strategy 2f in Chapter 8 of the Comprehensive Plan identifies neighborhood
centers as having four components: 1) a centralized park or outdoor amenity
which is surrounded by 2) a ring of commercial or mixed uses with 3)
surrounded by medium to high density residential uses and a final 4) outer ring
of low density residential.
There does not appear to be a visually defined neighborhood center in this
development. Many of the recreational facilities are proposed to be located on
the outskirts of the site. There are two club buildings, but it is unclear what is
proposed to be located in each, and there is not a centralized park or gathering
area.
In the greater area, the intersection of Dickerson and Towncenter is a
designated Neighborhood Service Center. There do not appear to be any
proposed connections with that area to promote connectivity with it as this area
continues to develop in the future.
This principle does not appear to be met.
The proposal does provide multiple types of housing when including Phase 1.
However, it reduces the mix of housing types in Phase 2, which currently
includes a wide range of types, including condos, single-family detached,
townhouses, and duplexes, to only multi -family housing. The overall mix of
housing types is being reduced.
The applicant is providing 15 percent affordable housing, per the Housing
Policy in the Comprehensive Plan.
This principle is partially met.
Interconnected
This application proposes to sever the approved vehicular connection between
Streets and
Phase 1 and Phase 2 of this development. Interconnected streets are an
Transportation
important feature to provide access and reduce congestion on the surrounding
Networks
road networks, especially in the development areas. In addition, no interparcel
connections are proposed with the other adjacent parcels, several of which are
currently undeveloped or may be redeveloped in the future, providing the
opportunity for future interconnections.
There are also no proposed connections toward the area around the
intersection of Dickerson Road and Towncenter Drive, which is a designated
Neighborhood Service Center in the Places29 Master Plan.
The application plan states that the private roads are to have public access
easements over them. These public access easements would be important for
future interconnections.
This principle does not appear to be met.
Multi -modal This development appears to be mostly automobile -centric. There are internal
Transportation sidewalks among the buildings. However, there do not appear to be any bike
Opportunities facilities, except for the one hybrid trail on the southern side of the
development. What is the surface of this trail proposed to be?
No bike lanes or accommodations for future transit service are provided on the
site. No pedestrian paths are provided along the Dickerson Road frontage of
this property.
This principle does not appear to be met.
Parks, Recreational More information needs to be provided regarding the open space and
Amenities, and Open recreational areas. As a PRD, there should be an improved level of amenities
Space over the minimum required by the ordinance (ZO 18-19.1).
Identify the open space and recreational areas in Phase 1 as well, because if
these requirements are not currently met in Phase 1, they will have to be met
in Phase 2. For example, there do not appear to be any tot lots or recreational
areas/equipment in Phase 1. The stormwater management pond cannot by
itself be included in the open space calculations. Are there any proposed
features or amenities that would allow greater use of the pond or make it a
desirable amenity for the community?
How is the ownership of the open space areas and recreational facilities
proposed to be handled? As a part of the same development, the open space
in both Phases 1 and 2 must be available for use by residents of each phase.
Demonstrate that the minimum recreational requirements can be met,
including the number of tot lots and asphalt recreational areas. Or, in the
special exception request, clearly identify each required recreational
area/equipment as stated in the ordinance, and what is being proposed to
replace it.
Provide more information on the dog spa and what will be provided. Why is the
dog spa not near the dog park?
The northern side of the development has a dearth of recreational areas
compared to the southern part of the development.
Why are there two club buildings? What is the difference between the two?
What is proposed to be located in those buildings?
This principle does not appear to be met.
Buildings and Space lear how tall the proposed buildings are. The narrative states that the
of Human Scale buildings will be mostly three stories tall. However, there is no indication on the
application plan stating the proposed height of the buildings. The only
reference to height appears to be the maximum height permitted in the zoning
district, of 65 feet. However, this height exceeds what is recommended for
residential structures in the Urban Density Residential land use designation in
the Places29 master plan, which is 4 stories, or 45 feet.
Stepbacks will be required for buildings over three stories.
In addition, two of the proposed buildings, B9 and B10, are very close to
existing single-family homes in the Deerwood subdivision. There is no
indication of their height, and no buffer is proposed between the new and
existing structures to help provide a transition with the existing neighborhood.
This principle does not appear to be met.
Relegated Parking Much of the proposed parking appears to be in front of the buildings. Is any
parking proposed to be located underneath any of the buildings? There are
significant areas of surface parking.
This principle does not appear to be met.
Redevelopment The requested rezoning would permit redevelopment of the property, which is
currently largely vacant, with a few older houses located on it.
This principle appears to be met.
Respecting Terrain
and Careful Grading
and Re -grading of
Terrain
Clear Boundaries with
the Rural Area
The property contains areas within the Managed Steep Slopes Overlay Zoning
District. Pursuant to Section 18-30.7.4 of the Zoning Ordinance, Managed
Steep Slopes can be disturbed if the design standards of Section 18-30.7.5 are
adhered to. This disturbance includes grading and the construction of future
buildings, parking areas, retaining walls, and other improvements. Compliance
with this section of the ordinance will be reviewed by the County Engineer at
the site planning stage if this rezoning request is approved. This principle
appears to be met at this time.
Although adjacent properties are zoned Rural Areas, the subject property does
not border the Rural Areas as designated in the Comprehensive Plan. All
surrounding properties are located within the Community of Hollymead of the
Places29 Master Plan area.
This principle does not apply.
County of Albemarle
Department of Community Development
Memorandum
To: Andy Reitelbach, Senior Planner II -Planning
From: Rebecca Ragsdale, Principal Planner -Zoning
Division: Zoning
Date: March 2, 2021
Subject: Zoning Review Comments-ZMA202100001 Willow Glen
Narrative, Application Plan, and proffers last revised
SE202100007-Waive/Substitute requirements of Section 4.16
SE202100008-Parking Modification
Sheet Z4-
• Sheet Z5 does not seem necessary and should be deleted as information on that sheet
is repeated on other sheets.
• Parking and Building regulations- Is there a reason why notes and setbacks are
proposed that differ from the ordinance? Regulations in Section 4 related to setbacks
and allowable encroachments apply unless expressly modified. If you wish to modify
the setbacks, a written request and justification, with the specific section cited, must be
submitted and acted on as part of this rezoning request.
• PRD requires setbacks and stepbacks as provided in Section 4.19. This table and
notes should be removed and include only the reference to Section 4.19.
• Section 4.11.1 specifies allowable encroachments:
o Covered porches, balconies, chimneys, eaves and like architectural features may
project not more than four feet into any required yard; provided that no such feature
shall be located closer than five feet from any side lot line in a non-infill development
within the R-1, R-2, R-4, R-6, R-10, R-15, PRD, or PUD districts, and no closer than six
feet to any lot line.
• Refer to Section 4.11.2 for regulations pertaining to accessory structures in required
yards.
• Notes 3, 4, 7, and 8 need to be deleted or modified to address the comments above.
• Why is Note 6 included when townhouse and single family lots are not proposed with
this phase?
• Patios are not structures and are not subject to setback requirements.
• Notes that restate ordinance requirements or definitions must be deleted. This includes
notes 5 and 9.
SE202100007-Waive/Substitute requirements of Section 4.16 and Sheet Z8
• Zoning does not support the reduction in tot lots from 7 to 1. There should at least be a
second tot lot conveniently located and accessible for Phase 1 in addition to the one
proposed near Dickerson Road. One suggestion is the area near the dog spa.
• This is not a Neighborhood Model zoning district but PRD. Amenities are a term used
only for NMD.
• Sheet Z8 must be updated to confirm requirements of 4.16 will be met and the term
amenity updated to recreational area for consistency with Section 4.16. For 360 units,
72,000 square feet of recreational area must be provided. Substitutions/reductions must
be expressly granted with the special exception request. For example, list out the
required tot lots and recreation required by 4.16, beside each indicate whether you
propose an equivalent substation or to waiver the requirement.
• What are the minimum features to be provided for a dog spa or dog park?
• PRD requires 25% in common open space. The percentage of area in common open
space for the entire PRD must be added to sheet Z8.
• Minimum design standards for the pedestrian/bike connection need to be provided.
SE202100008-Parking Modification and Sheet Z6
• No data has been provided to support this request (ITE, parking studies from similar
complexes in the area). "Empirical data" was referenced but not provided.
• Staff does not support reductions based on transit as transit is currently not provided to
the site or within walking distance.
• If it would be helpful, staff can provide an example of such a reduction request.
Proffers
• This rezoning proposes to eliminate the currently applicable proffers approved with
ZMA200600019.
• Staff is still awaiting information necessary to evaluate and comment on impacts
attributable to this rezoning, which proposes an increase in the number of units
previously approved and change in unit type.
• For informational purposes, if Willow Glen built out according to the approved unit type
mix an estimated $1,733,885 would be paid in cash proffers for the CIP based on 2020
adjusted amounts.
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County of Albemarle
Department of Community Development
401 McIntire Road, North Wing
Charlottesville, Virginia 22902 r
PLAN REVIEW COMMENTS - E911
APPLICATION#: ZMA202100001
DATE: 3/4/2021
FROM: Elise Kiewra
ekiewra(a)albemarle.org
Geographic Data Services (GDS)
https://www.albemarle.org/
(434) 296-5832 ext. 3030
As this is a ZMA no road names are currently needed. However at the site/subdivision stage we
would require road names for any roads that serve 3 or more addressable structures so you might
want to check out the ordinance below and be thinking of those.
Resources
A PDF version of the Ordinance and Manual can be found here:
https:Hgisweb.albemarle.org_//gisdata/Road Naming and Property Numbering_ Ordinance and Manu
al.ndf
Albemarle County Master Road Names Directory:
https:Hlfweb.albemarle.org/Fonns/RoadNainelndex
Parcel and mapping information can be found here: http://aisweb.albemarle.org/
If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact our office.
ALBEMARLE COUNTY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT— Information from Service Providers
To be filled out by ACSA for ZMA's and SP's
1) Is this site in the jurisdictional area for water and/or sewer? Yes
2) What is the distance to the closest water and sewer line, if in the jurisdictional area? Located in
Phase 1.
3) Are there water pressure issues which may affect the proposed use as shown on plan? Water
pressures in the area are high. A PRV will be required.
4) Are there major upgrades needed to the water distribution or sewer collection system of which the
applicant and staff should be aware? Specified sewer segments will be over capacity with the
proposed flow. It will be the responsibility of the developer to upgrade these segments, prior to
contributing sewer flow to the system. There is a sewer upgrade agreement in place currently for
the previous Willow Glen Ph2 site plan. An updated sewer agreement may be need if the site plan
number changes.
5) Are there other service provision issues such as the need for grinder pumps? N/A
6) Which issues should be resolved at the SP/ZMA stage and which issues can be resolved at the site
plan/plat stage?
7) If the project is a large water user, what longterm impacts or implications do you forsee?
8) Additional comments?
COMMONWEALTH of VIRGINIA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Stephen C. Brich, P.E. 1401 East Broad Street
Commissioner Richmond, Virginia 23219
March 04, 2021
County of Albemarle
Department of Community Development
401 McIntire Road
Charlottesville, VA 22902
Attn: Andy Reitelbach
Re: Willow Glen — Rezoning Amendment
ZMA-2021-00001
Review # 1
Dear Mr. Reitelbach:
(804) 7862701
Fax: (804) 7862940
The Department of Transportation, Charlottesville Residency Transportation and Land Use
Section, has reviewed the above referenced plan as submitted by Edwards designStudio, dated 19
January 2021, and offers the following comments:
1. If this plan is approved phase I will require an approved SSAR connectivity exception or
the streets may not be eligible for acceptance.
2. Please provide TIA data, that's mentioned in the transmittal letter.
Please provide two copies of the revised plan along with a comment response letter. If further
information is desired, please contact Willis Bedsaul at 434-422-9866.
A VDOT Land Use Permit will be required prior to any work within the right-of-way. The
owner/developer must contact the Charlottesville Residency Transportation and Land Use
Section at (434) 422-9399 for information pertaining to this process.
Sincerely,
Adam J. Moore, P.E.
Area Land Use Engineer
Charlottesville Residency
VirginiaDOT.org
WE KEEP VIRGINIA MOVING
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
ACTION AFTER RECEIPT OF COMMENT LETTER
FIRST SET OF COMMENTS
Your project has been scheduled for a public hearing by the Planning Commission for May 4, 2021,
which is 90 days from the date your application was accepted for review. State Code requires a 90-day
review by the Planning Commission unless the applicant requests deferral. As you will read in this
comment letter, staff recommends changes to your project to help you achieve approval. Without
these changes, staff cannot recommend approval to the Planning Commission.
If you need more time to make these changes, and if you prefer to move forward to the Planning
Commission with a recommendation for approval, you must request deferral. If you choose not to
request deferral, staff will take your project to the Commission as originally submitted, but without a
recommendation of approval. Instructions for requesting a deferral are outlined below.
Within one week please do one of the following:
1) Request deferral, as required by Section 33.52(A)1, if you will resubmit, but would like to
receive comments on the revised submittal, and understand the Planning Commission
date will be later than May 4, 2021.
2) Proceed to Planning Commission public hearing on May 4, 2021.
3) Withdraw your application.
(1) Deferral requested
To request deferral, you must submit a request in writing to defer action by the Planning Commission
and Board of Supervisors. The request may be made by email. You may request a deferral for up to 36
months from the date your application was accepted for review, which is February 3, 2024. (This is
based on the Board of Supervisors' September 5, 2018, action.) However, all outstanding information
necessary for Commission action must be submitted by October 6, 2023, according to the published
schedule. (See Section 18-33.52 of the Albemarle County Code.)
(2) Proceed to Planning Commission Public Hearing on May 4, 2021
At this time, you may request that your application proceed to public hearing with the Planning
Commission on May 4, 2021. With this option no additional documents will be accepted, and staff will
take your project to the Commission as originally submitted, but without a recommendation of
approval.
Revised 9-17-19 MCN
(3) Withdraw Your Application
If at any time you wish to withdraw your application, please provide your request in writing.
Resubmittals
As stated above, a deferral does not preclude you from resubmitting the application to address
changes based upon the comments. If you would like to resubmit after you defer, you may do so
following the resubmittal schedule. Be sure to include the resubmittal form on the last page of your
comment letter with your submittal.
The application fee which you paid covers staff review of the initial submittal and one resubmittal.
Each subsequent resubmittal requires an additional fee. (See attached Fee Schedule.)
Failure to Respond
An application shall be deemed to be voluntarily withdrawn if the applicant requests deferral pursuant
to subsection 33.52(A) and fails to provide within 90 days before the end of the deferral period all of
the information required to allow the Board to act on the application, or fails to request a deferral as
provided in subsection 33.52(B) or (C).
Fee Payment
Fees paid in cash or by check must be paid at the Community Development Intake Counter. Make
checks payable to the County of Albemarle. Do not send checks directly to the Review Coordinator.
Fees may also be paid by credit card using the secure online payment system, accessed at
http://www.albemarle.org/department.asp?department=cdd&relpage=21685.
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FOR OFFICE USE ONLY SP #
Fee Amount $ Date Paid By who? Receipt # Ck# By:
Resubmittal of information for
Zoning Mau Amendment
PROJECT NUMBER THAT HAS BEEN ASSIGNED: ZMA2021-00001 Willow Glen
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 blchearin at applicant's request
$194u
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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