HomeMy WebLinkAbout07 24 79 PC MinutesJuly 24, 1979
The Albemarle County Planning Commission conducted a meeting on Tuesday,
July 24, 1979, 7:30 p.m., Board Room, County Office Building, Charlottesville,
Virginia. Those members present were Col. William Washinton, Chairman; Mrs. Norma
Diehl, Vice -Chairman; Mr. Layton McCann; Mr. Kurt Gloeckner; Dr. James W. Moore;
Mr. James Skove; and Mr. Tim Lindstrom, ex-Officio. Other officials present were
Mr. Robert W. Tucker, Jr., Director of Planning; Miss Mason Caperton, Planner;
Mr. Douglas Eckel, Senior Planner; and Mr. Frederick Payne, Deputy County Attorney.
Absent were Mr. Charles R. Vest and Mr. James Huffman.
In the absence of the chairman, Mrs. W_ehl established that a quorum was
present and called the meeting to order. Minutes of June 12, 1979, and July 10, 1979,
were approved as submitted..
ZMA-79-24. Thomas E. Worrell, Jr. - request to rezone 215.0 acres from
R-1 to RPN/A-1.
Miss Caperton stated that the applicant is requesting withdrawal of this
application.
Upon the motion of Mr. Gloeckner, and second of Mr. McCann, the Commission
voted unanimously to accept the request for withdrawal.
( Col. Washington entered the meeting and assumed the chair. )
SP-79-36. Everett L. Sipe has petitioned the Board of Supervisors to
locate a mobile home on 10.38 acres zoned A-1. Property is located on
the north side of Route 22, approximately 2 miles west of the Louisa
County line. County Tax Map 66, Parcel 10E, Rivanna District.
Mr. Eckel presented the staff report.
Mr. Sipe, the applicant, stated that the mobile home is for his son until
he can afford to build a house.
Col. Washington established that no house is on the same parcel of land.
There was no public comment and Col. Washington closed the public hearing.
Mr. McCann moved approval of the request subject to the following conditions
( he pointed out that he is familiar with the property and there is no visual impact ):
1. Compliance with Section 11-4-2 of the Zoning Ordinance;
2. The maintenance of existing forest as a visual buffer of approximately 50 feet
between the mobile home site and Route 22.
Mr. Gloeckner seconded the motion, which carried unanimously, with no
discussion.
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ZMA-79-21. Steven A. McClellan has petitioned the Baord of Supervisors
to rezone 140 acres from A-1 to RPN/A-1. Property is located on the
northeast side of Route 743 approximately � mile southeast of the inter-
section of Routes 660 and 743. County Tax Map 31, Parcels 26, 27, 28, and
29. Charlottesville District.
Miss Caperton presented the staff report.
( Mr. Payne and Mrs. Graves arrived at the meeting. )
Mr. Skove ascertained that the source of the dry hydrant is one of the streams.
Mrs. Diehl established that the dry hydrant was the recommendation of the
Fire Marshal.
Mr. Roy Parks, on behalf of the applicant, discussed the existing conditions map
and explained that the farm is not part of the proposal. He explained the slopes
map and passed out pictures of the existing land use.
Mrs. Graves established that the farm is not being used to calculate the open
space required for the RPN.
( Mr. Lindstrom entered the meeting. )
Mr. Goode Love said that this proposal is part of estate planning for the
applicant, and the farm is reserved for the son.
Col. Wasington closed the public hearing, since there was no additional
public input.
Mrs. Diehl questioned if the dry hydrant lines would necessitate easements
over land of the adjoining property owners.
Mr. Skove was concerned because the airport study calls for an additional
runway, and he felt development should not take place next to a runway.
Mr. Tucker said that the airport had been notified of this application,
and had no comment. The plan for the airport no longer contains the proposed
runway referred to by Mr. Skove.
Mr. Skove also expressed concern about septic fields in the open area because
of possible drainage into Chris Greene Lake.
Mr. Gloeckner felt that the plan was good, but felt that the staff should
definitely know the plans for the runway in question prior to Board of Supervisors
review.
Mrs. Graves felt that the lot sizes should be shown on the plat. Miss
Caperton replied that this would be taken care of at final plat review.
Mrs. Diehl moved approval of the rezoning subject to the following conditions:
1. Approval is for a maximum of 66 lots. The location and acreage of land uses
shall comply with the approved plan. Open space shall be dedicated in proportion
to the number of lots approved in the final subdivision process;
2. No grading shall occur until the final subdivision process;
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3. Compliance with the Soil Erosion Ordinance;
4. County Attorney approval of homeowners' agreements prior to final approval to
include the use of open space for septic fields, where permitted and where
necessary, and approval of private road maintenance agreements;
5. Health Department approval of two septic field locations on each lot;
6. Fire Official approval of dry hydrant;
7. All lots shall have access on interior roads;
8. County Engineer approval of road plans;
9. Virginia Department of Highways and Transportation approval of commercial
entrances, including deceleration lanes on the eastern and western entrances and
approval of frontage improvements;
10. School bus shed shall be located along the western deceleration lane and pedestrian
trail be extended to serve it;
11. Access easement to be granted over the farmland parcel for the use of Lots 32 through
66 prior to final approval;
12. Provide boundary survey showing no more than 140 acres;
13. Easement to be granted over farmland parcel for access to and installation and
use of dry hydrant.
Mr. Gloeckner seconded the motion, which carried unanimously, with no discussion.
At this point in the meeting. Mr. Tucker noted the summary of the Zoning
Ordinance that had been passed out. He said that any comments from the Commission
on this summary should be to the staff by July 27, 1979.
Anderson Final Plat - located on St. George Avenue south of Laurel
Hills Subdivision in Crozet:
Mr. Gloeckner disqualified himself from the discussion and vote by leaving
the room.
Miss Caperton presented the staff report.
Mrs. Graves questioned if there is a septic field.
Mr. Anderson said that this is correct that both existing subdivisions
have septic systems.
There was no public comment, and Col. Washington closed the public discussion.
Mr. McCann moved approval of the plat subject to the following conditions:
1. This plat will not be signed until the following conditions have been met:
a. Written Health Department approval;
b. Note on plat: "Both parcels shall be served by public water."
C. Waiver of area requirements and lot width;
d. Provide signatures of all owners to the two parcels.
Mr. Skove seconded the motion, which carried unanimously, with no discussion.
Svenson Final Plat - located on the west side of Route 671 northeast
of Free Union:
The Commission deferred this item to later in the meeting in order that
the applicant could be present.
Squirrel Ridge Final Plat - located on the east side of Route 743
( Hydraulic Road ) north of the intersection of Routes 631 and 743:
( Mr. Gloeckner returned to the meeting. )
Miss Caperton presented the staff report.
Mrs. Graves established that the Board of Supervisors had approved 23 lots
at the time of preliminary plat review.
Miss Caperton said the soil scientist reports that no slopes over 20% are in
the proposed septic areas.
Mr. James Gercke, applicant, stated that the relocation of the road added
two lots.
Mr. Roger Ray said that lots 11 and 12 have been combined.
Mr. Gercke stated that each lot had at least three test borings in
preparation for determining the location for the septic fields.
Col. Washington point out that the triangle of land across the street is part
of this and fits into the heart of Evergreen Commercial area.
Mrs. Graves questioned if the runoff control officer has studied this plat
for any possible problems. The ordinance could apply to individual lots, depending on
the size of individual houses.
Mr. Skove said that the lots are planned for single family dwellings, though
the existing zoning is R-3.
Mrs. Graves asked if the septic tanks will be sized so that any basement
apartments will be covered.
Mr. Payne stated that with private roads each lot will be limited to one
dwelling unit, and if that changes, the plat will have to return to the Commission
for further review.
With no additional public input, Col. Washington closed the public discussion.
Mr. Gloeckner moved approval of the plat subject to the following conditions:
1. This plat will not be signed until the following conditions have been met:
a. Compliance with the prviate road ordinance, including:
1. Maintenance agreement to be approved by the County Attorney;
2. County Engineer approval of the road plans;
b. Compliance with the Soil Erosion and Runoff Control Ordinance;
C. Note on plat: "All lots shall be served by public water."
d. Fire Official approval of the location of the hydrants;
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e. Written Health Department approval of two drainfields on each lot and a report
by a qualified soil scientist. In such approval, the Health Department shall
consider the county's desire to discourage the location of septic tanks and/or
drainfields on slopes of 250 or greater. Any lot not having adequate septic system
sites outside of the septic setback and 25% slope area shall be combined with a
buildable lot;
f. No grading or clearing shall occur within any area of the site prior to final
approval;
g. Lots 11 and 12 shall be joined or any portion of lot 12 not joined shall be used
as common open space ( and included in the maintenance agreement );
h. Change the name of Squirrel Way.
i. Note on plat "Only one dwelling unit can be built on each lot."
Mr. McCann seconded the motion.
Discussion:
Mrs. Graves had problems with the plat in that the county doesn't really
know if the runoff control ordinance is really protecting the reservoir or if it
is being properly enforced. She felt that the county should have additional protective
measures.
Mrs. Diehl shared Mrs. Graves' concern but noted that the use is less intensive
than what could be done by right.
The vote was 6-0-1, with Mrs. Graves abstaining.
Svenson Plat (deferred from earlier in the meeting):
Miss Caperton presented the staff report.
Mr. Skove established that the frontage is over 200 feet, but the residue
needs a waiver.
Mr. Svenson said that the lot will be suitable for single family dwelling
and favored the joint entrance.
Mr. McCloud, an adjoining property owner, opposed the division. He stated that
the area is characterized by farmland in tracts of 60 acres or over. He said that
at the time Mr. Svenson purchased the property he had been assured that the land
would not be subdivided. He also felt that the Commission should consider the poor
access.
Mrs. Graves asked if the note on the plat regarding no further subdivision
addresses both parcels.
Mr. Payne replied that it does, however pointed out that there is no reason
for the pipestem lot. He suggested an appropriate easement for access to the rear lot.
Miss Caperton stated the width of the pipestem is 75 feet.
Mr. Payne said that with an easement the private road ordinance would apply
and he suggested the Commission require the necessary changes to see that this
is followed.
Mrs. Graves felt that there should be a condition to assure there is no
drainage to the farm pond owned by Mr. McCloud.
Mrs. Diehl moved approval subject to the following conditions:
1. This plat will not be signed until the following conditions have been met:
a. Eliminate the pipestem of 15.359 acres and serve with easement;
b. Compliance with private road ordinance;
C. Private road to serve both parcels.
Mr. McCann seconded this motion.
Discussion:
Mr. Skove sympathized with Mr. McCloud about the subdivision of the land,
however pointed out that four acres is better than two acres.
The motion carried unanimously.
Mr. Gloeckner stated that the Planning Commission should probably note its
opposition to pipestems of large acreage.
Roadway Express - located off East Market Street near Charlottesville on
Broadway Street:
Mr. Payne disqualified himself from the discussion of this item by
leaving the room.
Miss Caperton presented the staff report.
Mr. Clifton McClure, on behalf of the applicant, said that the conditions
recommended by the staff are agreeable.
There was no public comment and Col. Washington closed the public discussion.
Mr. Skove moved approval subject to the following conditions:
1. A building permit will not be issued until the following conditions have been met:
a. Drainage facilities shall be approved by the County Engineer and the Virginia
Department of Highways and Transportation;
b. County Engineer approval of pavement specifications;
2. A Certificate of Occupancy will not be issued until the following conditions have
been met:
a. Broadway Street must be constructed or bonded for acceptance into the State
Highway System.
3. An extension of the temporary site plan from its expiration date until the certificate
of occupancy is issued was granted.
Mr. Gloeckner seconded the motion.
Discussion:
Mrs. Diehl questioned if the staff considered requiring sewer when available.
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Miss Caperton replied that the staff did consider this, however concluded the use is not
intensive enough to justify the expenditure.
The motion carried unanimously.
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Cedar Hill Mobile Homes Site Plan - located on Route 29 North
( southbound lane ), between Routes 606 and 649.
Miss Caperton presented the staff report.
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Mr. Benjamin Dick, on behalf of the applicant, agreed to/the conditions
of approval recommended by the staff. He said that there will be a 400 foot decel
lane along the frontage of the property and the Highway Department recommendations
will be met. Fire Official recommendations will be met. He said that
he has a problem with extending the existing 200 foot decel lane to 400 feet, and feels
the Highway Department should increase this themselves because of the adjoining uses.
He pointed out the lengths of existing decel lanes in the area ( Camelot, Wards
Mobile Home, Badger Powhatan ). He aksed that the Commission waive the Highway Department
requirement on the northbound lane.
There was no public comment.
Mr. Skove questioned if the Highway Department has new information as a result
of the Route 29 North corridor study that makes them recommend what Mr. Dick is
objecting to.
Mr. Dick said that he had been present at the Board meeting where the Route
29 North Corridor Study was presented, and Mr. Tucker had advised the Board at
that time that this particular property is outside that study.
Mr. Payne said that technically that study goes to the Greene County line.
Mr. Gloeckner said that he was under the impression that the priorities,
though, were from Airport Road to the city limits.
Mr. McCann said that he feels the Commission is in a position that the
Highway Department wants the developers to build the roads. Mr. McCann expressed
the opinion that improvements along the frontage of this property should be made
but that the Highway Department should share in the financial responsibility.
Mr. Gloeckner agreed.
Mr. Dick said that his clients will be agreeable to limiting the property to
one entrance and if there is additional development at a later date in the rear or
west of the site plan area, they are willing to upgrade 200-400 feet in the northbound
lane.
Mr. McCann said that the Commission should review these Highway Department
recommendations on a case -by -case basis. He said that he feels it is improper for
the owner of this property to obligate himself to developmentAhe decel lane at this
time, with regard to future development -
Col. Washington agreed, but said that limiting the property to one entrance is
reasonable.
Mrs. Graves moved approval of the site plan subject to conditions recommended
by the staff.
Mr. Skove seconded the motion.
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Mr. McCann said that he could not support the motion because he is
tired of the citizens and the Commission doing the Highway Department's work
for them.
Mrs. Diehl could not support the motion either since two 400' decel lanes
is excessive in this case. She said that the area is not so heavily impacted to
justify that requirement.
The motion failed, with only Mrs. Graves and Mr. Skove supporting the motion.
Mr. McCann moved approval of the site plan subject to the following
conditions:
1. A certificate of occupany will not be issued until the following conditions
have been met:
a. Grading permit;
b. County Engineer approval of pavement specifications and drainage structures;
c. Units in the sales lot shall be placed according to the Fire Marshal's
memo of July 24, 1979;
d. Virginia Department of Highways and Transportation approval of improvements
on Route 29 and commercial entrance as outlined in their letter of July 2,
1979, deleting the 200-foot addition to the northbound lane;
e. Service Authority approval of water connection;
f. A 50-foot easement be shown to serve the northern portion of the parcel;
g. Northern portion of the parcel to have access only through the existing
entrance on Route 29 North.
Mr. Gloeckner seconded the motion, which carried by a vote of 5-2, with
Mrs. Graves and Mr. Skove dissenting.
Ross/Bennington Limited Partnership Final Plat - located on the east side
of Georgetown Road ( Route 656 ):
Miss Caperton presented the staff report.
Mr. Rotgin was agreeable to conditions b, c, and d. He said that he intends
for parcel B to be served by public water and sewer. Sewer for Parcel A is not avail-
able.
Mr. Gloeckner suggested a small environmental I pumping station in the cost
range of $1500�, which is about the cost of a septic tank, to serve Parcel A. He
felt the developer would be better off with a pumping station.
stage. Mr. Rotgin felt that the sewer requirement should be addressed at the site plan
Mr. Gloeckner agreed with this statement.
Mr. McCann moved approval with conditions b, c, and d of the staff conditions.
Mrs. Graves felt that sewer is reasonably available and should be required
at the subdivision level.
There was then a rather long discussion regarding the reasonableness of water
and sewer for certain lots.
Mr. Payne advised the Commission that it is simply a question of what
time in the review process to decide when it is reasonably available.
Mr. Rotgin noted the utility easement on the plat, tying the parcels
together. He suggested condition that a site plan will be required prior to
any development on any of the parcels.
Col. Washington asked if the Commission can defer the decision on sewer until
the site plan level.
Mr. Payne said that this is possible.
Mrs. Graves moved approval subject to the following conditions:
1. The plat will not be signed until the following conditions have been met:
a. Parcels shall be served by public water and sewer except for parcel. B
which will be allowed to continue to use existing well and septic system
only so long as they are functioning and ownership of the property is
unchanged;
b. Note the resiude;
C. Change the notation of the tax map number from 61A to 61;
d. Health Department approval for Parcel B;
e, Waiver of area requirements for Parcel B.
Mr. Skove seconded the motion.
The motion carried by a vote of 5-2, with Mr. McCann and Mr. Gloeckner dissenting.
Charlottesville/Albemarle Airport Terminal Addition Site Plan:
Miss Caperton presented the staff report.
Mr. Don Wagner, on behalf of the owner, expressed concern about long-term
and short-term parking. He was also concerned about the requirement for a fire
hydrant, which is in the cost range of $7,000.
Miss Caperton replied that that is a BOCA Code requirement.
Mr. McCann moved approval subject to the following conditions:
1. A building permit will not be issued for the terminal addition until the following
conditions have been met:
a. Fire Official approval of the following items:
1. A minimum of six handicapped spaces adjacent to the new building;
2. A curb cut and handicap ramp if the building has an outside door;
3. Install a hydrant in the area of the terminal ( not closer than 50 feet );
b. County Engineer approval of pavement specifications;
C. Virginia Department of Highways and Transportation approval of entrance
on Route 606;
2. Health Department approval of new septic field location ( for the Piedmont
Hangar ( near the new parking area prior to final inspection.
Mr. Skove seconded the motion, which carried unaimously, with no discussion.
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Reginald Adams Final Plat:
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Miss Caperton presented the staff report, noting that this is a request
for reconsideration. She said that the owner is requesting that the condition pertaining
to this joint access be deleted and that he be allowed to construct an access along
a 50-foot pipestem lot. The Highway Department has tentatively agreed to this. The
owner is also requesting a waiver of the bonding requirements.
Mr. Adams said that he has attempted to work with Mr. Hearn, the adjoining
owner, and as yet has been unable to get Mr. Hearn to sign the maintenance agreement.
Mr. Gloeckner favored two pipestems and suggested that the easement apply
to all three parcels.
Miss Caperton said that in the past the bond for a driveway has been waived
since the driveway would have to be constructed anyway for access to the house.
Mr. Gloeckner moved approval of the plat subject to the following
conditions:
1. The plat will be signed when the following conditions have been met:
a. Virginia Deaprtment of Highways and Transportation approval of the entrance
on the 50-foot pipestem;
b. Complaince with the private road requirements:
1. Written County Engineer approval of private road specifications;
2. Maintenance agreement to be approved by the County Attorney;
c. Written Health Department approval ( has been received );
d. Waiver of pipestem lots 1-A and 1-B granted.
Mrs. Diehl seconded the motion, which carried by a vote of 6-0-1, with
Mrs. Graves abstaining.
The Commission adjourned at 11:35 p.m.
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