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Department of Community Development
401 McIntire Road, North Wing
Charlottesville, Virginia 229024596
Phone (434) 296-5832 Fax (434) 972-4126
December 31, 2021
Keane Rucker
Shimp Engineering
912 E. High St.
Charlottesville, VA 22902
keane@shimp-en ing eering com
RE: SDP202000072 Galaxie Farm Townhomes — Initial Site Plan
Dear Mr. Rucker:
The Site Review Committee has reviewed the development proposal referenced above. Initial comments
from the following divisions of the Department of Community Development and other agencies, as
applicable, are attached:
Albemarle County Planning Services (Planner)
Albemarle County Engineering Services (Engineer)
Albemarle County Architectural Review Board (ARB)
Albemarle County Information Services (E911)
Albemarle County Building Inspections
Albemarle County Department of Fire Rescue
Albemarle County Service Authority
Virginia Department of Transportation
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 approval. The applicant shall request the project be
deferred to allow required revisions if required.
Please contact me at your earliest convenience if you have questions or require additional information.
Sincerely,
N`iw
Cameron Langille
Senior Planner II
Albemarle County Planning Services (Planner) — Cameron Langille, blangille@albemarle.org — Required changes
prior to initial site plan approval:
1. [32.4.2.1(f)] The $435.00 mailed notice fee required by Section 32.4.2.1 (f) has not been paid. The
remaining fees must be paid prior to initial site plan approval.
Required changes prior to final site plan approval:
2. [ZMA20180012 & 32.5.2 (c)] Please provide block/phase lines on the plan that correspond with the block
network shown in the Galaxie Farm ZMA. It appears that the 23 units proposed on this site plan are within
Blocks 3 and 6, as shown on the Application Plan. This is the maximum number of units permitted in each
block, per Sheet 7 of the Application Plan. Open Space C appears to correspond with Block 8 as shown on the
Application plan.
3. [32.5.2 (a)] Please clearly show and label all required setbacks on lots on Sheet C4. This includes garage
setbacks as described in the footnotes on Sheet 7 of the ZMA Application Plan.
4. [32.5.2 (a)] Revise the Zoning Note on Sheet 1 so that it states that the project is subject to all conditions and
standards per the Application Plan approved with ZMA201800012.
a. State all applicable Zoning Overlay Districts that apply to the properties. This includes the EC
Entrance Corridor Overlay District and the Managed and Preserved Steep Slopes Overlay Districts.
5. [32.5.2 (b)] Please revise the proposed use description on Sheet 1. Multifamily units are not permitted in Blocks
3 and 7. The proposed use should either state single-family detached, single-family attached, or townhouse
units, per Sheet 7 of the ZMA Application Plan.
6. [32.5.2 (b)] The Land Use Schedule on Sheet 1 states that this site plan contains a total of 2.45 acres. Per the
ZMA Application Plan, the combined acreage of Blocks 3, 6, and 8 totals 2.03 acres. Please clarify which
blocks are within the bounds of the site plan and ensure that the acreages are correct.
7. [32.5.2 (b)] Please state the gross residential density proposed in all blocks subject to this site plan as a note on
Sheet 1.
8. [32.5.2 (b)] Please clarify which open space areas are proposed as part of this site plan and state the acreage of
each area in the Land Use Table. State the open space area name the block that it corresponds to from the ZMA
Application Plan. It appears that Open Space C corresponds with Block 8 of the ZMA. It also appears that
portions of Open Space B correspond with Block 7.
9. [32.5.2 (b)] Revise the parking schedule so that it states the correct use type. It currently states multifamily, but
these appear to be single-family attached/townhouses that will be located on individual lots.
10. [32.5.2 (b)] Please clarify where parking will be provided for each unit. Identify whether units will have
garages located on the individual lots.
a. It appears that no parking is being provided on lots 12-14 and lots 39-45. Per Section 18-4.12.15, all
parking spaces shall be established on the same lot with the primary use to which it is appurtenant,
except as authorized by section 18-4.12.8. Unless the Zoning Administrator allows parking to be
provided in a different location in accordance with Section 18-4.12.8, those lots will need to be revised
so that the minimum required parking is provided on each lot.
11. [32.5.2 (d)] Show and label all areas of Managed and Preserved Steep Slopes on the Existing Conditions and
Grading drawings.
12. [32.5.2(e)] Identify the types and sizes of the existing landscape features as described in section
32.7.9.4(c).
13. [32.5.2(e)] On the existing conditions and landscaping sheets, provide labels identifying whether the
existing wooded areas are composed of evergreen, deciduous or a mix of types of trees.
14. [32.5.2 (f)] Show and label the limits of the WPO stream buffer across all applicable drawings.
15. [32.5.2 (i)] Prior to final site plan approval, a road plan application must be submitted, reviewed, and approved
for all new streets.
16. [32.5.20)] Provide the deed book and page references for all existing water, sewer, wastewater or storm
drainage systems easements that are located on the property.
17. [32.5.2 (k)] Please show all proposed water, sewer, drainage, and stormwater easements on the final site plan
and state the easement type and width.
a. Prior to final site plan approval, an Easement Plat Application must be submitted, reviewed and
recorded. Once recorded, the final site plan will need to be updated so that all new easement labels
indicate the recorded instrument number of the plat (deed book and page).
18. [32.5.2(1)] Provide the location and width of any existing or proposed utilities and utility easements including
telephone, cable, electric and gas. Indicate the deed book and page reference for all exiting utility easements
located on the property.
19. [32.5.2 (n)] Please identify all proposed recreational areas and amenities. Per Sheet 6 of the Application Plan,
Blocks 7 & 8 can both feature trails, playgrounds, etc. The site plan only identifies those areas as open space
and no amenities are shown. The final site plan must demonstrate compliance with all applicable regulations
from Section 18-4.16 related to recreation prior to approval.
20. [32.5.2 (p)] Revise the landscaping note on Sheet 1 so that it states "landscaping shall comply with Section 18-
32.7.9 of the Albemarle County Zoning Ordinance.
21. [32.6] The final site plan must comply with all applicable requirements of Section 32.6 prior to approval.
22. [32.5.2(p), 32.7.2.1] The proposed entrances shall be designed and constructed as required by the standards of
the Virginia Department of Transportation. VDOT approval of the proposed entrances to the site shall be
required prior to final site plan approval.
23. [32.5.2(n)] Any proposed outdoor lighting must be shown on the site plan. A photometric plan and lighting cut
sheets must be provided with the final site plan. Proposed lighting must comply with requirements of Sections
32.7.8 & Section 4.17 of the Zoning Ordinance. In addition to meeting all lighting requirements a standard
lighting note will be required.
24. [32.7.91 Please provide a landscaping plan that complies with all requirements of Section 32.7.9 on the
final site plan. This includes the following:
a. [32.7.9.4 (c)] Existing landscape features as described in this Code section.
b. [32.7.9.51 Street trees 50 feet on center along roads A.2, B, C, D.1, and D.2.
c. [32.7.9.61 Minimum 5% of overall parking area landscaping, including one tree per every 10
parking spaces proposed. Please provide a calculation on the landscaping plan identifying the
percentage and sq. ft. of required and proposed parking area landscaping.
d. [32.7.9.81 Minimum total landscaping canopy for the site area. Site area is calculated as
described in Section 32.7.9.8 (c). Please provide a calculation on the landscaping plan identifying
the percentage and sq. ft. of required and proposed canopy area.
e. All proposed landscaping must be species identified on the Albemarle County Approved Plants
List.
f Canopy areas for specific tree and shrub species can be obtained from the Plant Canopy
Calculations table.
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 Architectural Review (ARB) — Margaret Maliszewski, mmaliszewski@albemarle.org — No
objection, see attached.
Albemarle County Engineering Services (Engineer) — Emily Cox, ecox2&albemarle.org — Requested changes, see
attached.
Albemarle County Information Services (E911) — Brian Becker, bbecker@albemarle.org — Requested changes, see
attached.
Albemarle County Building Inspections — Betty Slough, bslough@albemarle.org — Requested changes, see attached.
Albemarle County Department of Fire Rescue — Shawn Maddox, smaddox@albemarle.org — Requested changes, see
attached.
Albemarle County Service Authority — Richard Nelson, melsonanserviceauthoriiy.org — See attached
recommendation.
Virginia Department of Transportation — Max Greene, max.greene@vdot.vir ig nia.gov — Requested changes, see
attached.
Virginia Department of Health — Alan Mazurowski, alan.mazurowski@vdh.virginia.gov - No objection, see attached.
Review Comments for SDP202000072 Initial Site Plan
Project Name: GALAXIE FARM TOWNHOMES - INITIAL- DIGITAL
Date Completed: Tuesday, December 15, 2020 Department/DivisiordAgency: Review Status:
Reviewer: Khristopher Taggart CDD ARB see Recommendations
Pager County of Albemarle Printed On: 01 /06/2021
Cameron Langille
From: John Anderson
Sent: Tuesday, December 8, 2020 2:13 PM
To: Cameron Langille
Cc: Betty Slough
Subject: Planning Application Review for SDP202000072 GALAXIE FARM TOWNHOMES - INITIAL
- DIGITAL. [ Engineering review comments )
The Review for the following application has been completed:
Application Number = SDP202000072
Reviewer = John Anderson
Review Status = Requested Changes
Completed Date = 12/08/2020
This email was sent from County View Production.
Cameron,
CV comments:
1. C 1: Please provide note that references WPO202000037, Approved 10/21/20.
2. Please note that WPO202000037 is not phased, so WPO quantity and quality measures required to construct 23
townhome units must be constructed concurrent with townhomes. This means ensuring runoff from road Al, A2, and
grate inlet at Galaxie Farm Lane ( at end Road A2) reaches detention, and that storm pipes leading to UG detention are
constructed with townhomes.
3. Note: Building Inspections Division may require setback from townhouse structure/s, given SWM detention elevations.
Specifically: distance, proposed townhouse on Lot 12 to UG detention: The bottom elevation of the stone is
475' (detention), where finished floor elevation for the townhouse is 486'. Excavations within the angle of
repose for the building footings could impact the bearing.
4. Mfr. /Stormtech may require minimal detention system setback from townhome, Lot 12, since system employs
infiltration w/ underdrain. Confirm design and location of Stormtech infiltration system is compatible with Lot 12
townhome location, and HE elevation.
5. C5: Show retaining wall at E comer of parcel discussed with Planning Div. and Engineering as part of road plan review
correspondence (SUB2020000981. At a minimum, provide note that references a retaining is to be built at this location,
since site plan depicts this location.
6. C7: Please relocate ( single) streetscape tree currently proposed to be located above storm drain line NW of intersection
of Roads B 1 and A2. Engineering commends relocation of numerous street trees from road plan design that showed
trees above storm lines.
7. Please revise sheets C3-C7 to show /label and indicate a SWM facility easement of sufficient width to meet easement
diagram requirements at ACDSM, p. 15. Dash line shown likely does not provide adequate easement width. SWM
facility easement may be recorded with fmal subdivision plat.'
Please share comments above and images below with Applicant at your convenience. Thanks for your help with this,
best, J. Anderson
Additional
Sheet 6, review items 3, 7, above.
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John E. Anderson, PE I Civil Engineer 11
Department of Community Development I County of Albemarle, Virginia
401 McIntire Road I Charlottesville, VA 22902
434.296.5832 ext. 3069
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Review Comments for SDP202000072 InikalSite Plan
Project Name: GALAXIE FARM TOWNHOMES - INITIAL- DIGITAL
Date Completed: Thursday, January 67, 2021 Depanment/DivisiordAgency: Review Status:
Reviewer: Brian Becker —3 CDD E911 Requested Changes
Page: � County of Albemarle Printed On: 06/28/2021
Review Comments for SDP202000072 Initial Site Plan
Project Name: GALAXIE FARM TOWNHOMES - INITIAL- DIGITAL
Date Completed: Wednesday, December 02, 2020 Department/DivisiordAgency: Review Status:
Betty Slough
CDD Inspections Requested Changes
Retaining walls greater than 3 feet in height require a separate building permit. Walls exceeding 4 feet in height require a
stamped engineered design also. Walls require inspections as outlined in the USBC.
Accessible parking spaces, access isles, and accessible route shall be installed in accordance with ICC ANSI Al17.1-09 and
the 2015 Virginia Construction Code.
ALL water lines, sewer lines, and fire lines from the main to the structure located on private property MUST have a visual
inspection performed by the building department.
Where the flood level rims of plumbing fixtures are below the elevation of the manhole cover of the next upstream manhole in
the public sewer, the fixtures shall be protected by a backwater valve installed in the building drain, branch of the building drain
or horizontal branch serving such fixtures. Plumbing fixtures having flood level rims above the elevation of the manhole cover of
the next upstream manhole in the public sewer shall not discharge through a backwater valve.
Due to required distances from lot lines and structures as required by the NFPA, underground propane tanks may be
prohibited. Plan accordingly.
Buildings or structures built before January 1, 1985 must have an asbestos survey performed in order to apply for a demolition
permit. Asbestos removal permits are required if positive for such from Albemarle County and VDOLI. Contact VDOLI for their
additional requirements and permits for demolition projects at 540-562-3580 x131.
Page: 1� County of Albemarle Printed On: 01 /06/2021
Review Comments for SDP202000072 InilialSite Plan
Project Name: GALAXIE FARM TOWNHOMES - INITIAL- DIGITAL
Date Completed: Thursday, December 17, 2020 Department/DivisiordAgency: Review Status:
Shawn Maddox —E Fire Rescue No Objection
Page: 1� County of Albemarle Printed On: 01 /06/2021
Review Comments for SDP202000072 Initial Site Plan
Project Name: GALAXIE FARM TOWNHOMES - INITIAL- DIGITAL
Date Completed: Monday, December 21, 2020 Department/DivisiordAgency: Review Status:
Reviewer: Richard Nelson --Exw � see Recommendations
I recommend SDP202000072 Galaxie Farm Townhomes - Initial Site Plan for approval with the following conditions
Submit 3 copies to ACSA for review and approval.
ACSAwoukl like to see the water main connection through the access road, rather than a stream crossing.
Thanks,
Richard Nelson
Civil Engineer
Albemarle County Service Authority
168 Spotnap Road
Charlottesville, Virginia 22911
(434)977-4511
Pager County of Albemarle Printed On: 01 /06/2021
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COMMONWEALTH of VIRGINIA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Stephen C. Brich, P.E. 1401 East Broad Street (804) 786-2701
Commissioner Richmond, Virginia 23219 Fax: (804) 786,2940
December 1, 2020
County of Albemarle
Department of Community Development
401 McIntire Road
Charlottesville, VA 22902
Attn: Cameron Langille & John Anderson
Re: Galaxie Farm Townhomes — Initial Site Plan and Third Submission Road Plans
SDP-2020-00072 and SUB-2020-00098
Review # 1
Dear Mr. Langille and Mr. Anderson:
The Department of Transportation, Charlottesville Residency Transportation and Land Use
Section, has reviewed the above referenced plan as submitted by Shimp Engineering, dated 9
November 2020, and offers the following comments. All sheet numbers refer to the Site Plans,
and all comments apply to both the Site Plans and Road Plans, unless stated otherwise.
1. Sheet C3: Are features such as on -street parking spaces and bike lanes to be marked?
This has implications for other features that will need to be marked, including the travel -
way reduction on Road C leading to the on -street parking spaces.
2. Sheet C3: Provide traffic counts and calculations to substantiate right in and out taper on
Route 20 at subdivision entrance.
3. Sheet C3: The right -out taper is too short. Refer to Figure 4-9 of Appendix F of the
Roadway Design Manual.
4. Sheet C3: Near the entrance, the "(2002)" overlaps the dimension of the gutter -to -gutter
width of the roadway, making the latter illegible. Move one or the other to resolve this
conflict. This is not an issue on the Road Plans.
5. Sheet C3: Show centerline radius on all curves.
6. Sheet C3: Show all roadway widths as face -of -curb to face -of -curb, instead of gutter to
gutter, and ensure all these widths conform to Table 1 of Appendix 13(1) of the Roadway
Design Manual.
7. Sheet C3: Need ADA access on both sides of Road A 1 approximately 80' northwest of
the subdivision entrance where the concrete path crosses the road.
8. Sheet C4: Show distance from curb return to first parallel parking space on each end of
Road 132 and ensure it complies with Section 2 of Appendix A(1) of the Roadway Design
Manual.
9. Sheet C4: Curve radius on entrance to private drive (Road E) needs to be 25 feet, in
accordance with table 4-3 of Appendix F of the Roadway Design Manual.
VirginiaDOT.org
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10. Sheet C4: Show the distance along Road C from the entrance to the townhouse parking
lot to the first parallel parking spot on Road C and ensure it complies with Section 2,
Appendix A(1) of the Roadway Design Manual.
11. Sheet C4: Check intersection sight distance from south stop sign on Road B2 looking
west down Road C, assuming there are vehicles in the parallel parking spots for
conformance with Table 2-5 of Appendix F of the Roadway Design Manual.
12. Sheet C4: Check intersection sight distance from the entrance to the townhouse parking
lot looking west down Road C, assuming there are vehicles in the parallel parking spots
for conformance with Table 2-5 of Appendix F of the Roadway Design Manual.
13. Sheet CT VDOT will not maintain trees planted within the buffer strip. These trees need
to be covered by a maintenance agreement and species types must be selected and planted
in a way that minimizes potential damage to the road and sidewalk.
14. Sheet CT Trees planted within the buffer strip must be trimmed so that branches and
leaves do not grow between 2 and 7 feet above ground level to maintain sight distance.
15. Sheet C8: There is a large white box in the upper -left comer of the sheet that hides
everything in this quadrant. Please remove it. This issue does not exist on the Road Plans.
Please provide a digital copy in PDF format of the revised plan along with a comment response
letter. If further information is desired, please contact Doug McAvoy Jr. at (540) 718-6113.
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.
ARE — Land Use
Charlottesville Residency
COMMONWEALTH of VIRGINIA
In Cooperation with the Thomas Jefferson Health District ALBEMARLE CHARLOTTESVILLE
State Department of Health FLUVANNACOUNTY (PALMYRA)
1138 Rose Hill Drive GREENE COUNTY (STANARDSVILLE)
LOUISA COUNTY LOUISA)
Phone (434) 972-6219 P 0. Box 7546 NELSON COUNTY ILOVINGSTON)
Fax (434) 972-4310
Charlottesville, Virginia 22906
December 23, 2020
Cameron Langille, Senior Planner II
Albemarle County Community Development
401 McIntire Road
Charlottesville, VA 22902
RE: Galaxie Farm Townhomes
Initial Site Plan
SDP2020-72
Tax Map #s: 91-9 & 15
Mr. Langille:
As requested, I've reviewed the subject site plan, dated 11/9/20. There are at least 3
existing water wells located on the two parcels to be developed. One, located on parcel
91-9, is shown on Sheet C2 and labelled, "Concrete Casing". There are other existing
wells located on parcel 91-15 that are not shown.
My recommendation is to revise Sheet C2 to show the locations of all wells and for them
to be labelled as such. I also recommend that there be narrative added to Sheet C 1 stating
that all existing wells will be abandoned in accordance with VDH Private Well
Regulations which includes permitting.
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.mazurowskikvdh.vir ig nia.gov