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HomeMy WebLinkAbout09 13 83 PC MinutesGa September 13, 1983 The Albemarle County Planning Commission held a public hearing on Tuesday, September 13, 1983, Meeting Room 7, County Office Building, Charlottesville, Virginia. Those members present were: Mr. Allen Kendrick; Mr. Corwith Davis, Jr.; Mr. David Bowerman; Mr. Tim Michel; Mr. Richard Cogan; Ms. Norma Diehl; and Mr. Jim Skove. Other officials present were: Mr. Ronald Keeler, Chief of Planning; and Mr. Fred Payne, Deputy County Attorney. The Chairman called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. and established that a quorum was present. The minutes of June 28, 1983 and August 2, 1983 were approved as submitted. Proposed Rezoning - Certain parcels in the Villages of Earlysville, Ivy and Scottsville in order to bring these properties into conformance with the County's adopted Comprehensive Plan. Mr. Keeler presented the staff report. He explained that all the proposed changes are the result of changes in the Comprehensive Plan which the Board of Supervisors made in January 1983. He explained that they "basically change the boundaries and the size of the growth 001'" areas of Earlysville, Ivy, Scottsville and Crozet." He explained further that on June 8, 1983 the Board had set an August public hearing date to consider a zoning map that reflected those changes. W Earlysville The Chairman invited public comment. Mr. John Carr asked for clarification of the action being requested of the Commission. Mr. Bowerman responded and explained briefly the options available to the Commission. There being no further public comment, the matter was placed before the Commission. Mr. Kendrick stated that he could see no reason to make the change in this area. He explained that the purpose was to protect the watershed and since impoundments are already in place and part of the land under consideration for downzoning is already developed, then he didn't think the proposed changes would have any effect. After considerable discussion as to whether or not to change part of the existing RA land to VR, Mr. Skove moved that a portion of the property between Rt. 660 and Rt. 743, currently zoned VR, be changed to RA, with no intent of rezoning any additional RA within the village to VR. Ji7 September 13, 1983 Page 2 Ms. Diehl seconded the motion which passed (5:2) with Commissioners Kendrick and Davis casting the dissenting votes. IVY Mr. Keeler presented the staff report. He explained that because the Village of Ivy is totally within the watershed and there is no way to adjust the boundaries, it was the Board's decision to reduce the Village to that area that is already developed. He stated the total area in question was to change 171 acres from VR to RA and 8 acres from R-1 to RA. The Chairman invited public comment. Mr. Herbert Tull addressed the Commission. He asked that the Commission not rezone the R-1 area. He explained that he presently has a site plan pending on the property which is to be reviewed a couple of weeks. There being no further public comment, the matter was placed before the Commission. Mr. Keeler explained (in relation to Mr. Tull's request) that it is the Board's policy that a site plan is to be reviewed under the Zoning Ordinance that is in effect at the time the request is heard by the Commission. Mr. Payne added that there is also a Circuit Court opinion on that matter, "also to the same effect." In response to Mr. Bowerman's question, Mr. Keeler explained why the LI property had been omitted from the recommendation. Ms. Diehl stated she could not justify leaving the R-1 property as R-1. Ms. Diehl moved that a reduction in zoning, as outlined by staff, be approved, changing a number of areas from VR to RA and one area from R-1 to RA (as shown on the map presented to the Commission). Mr. Skove seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. SCOTTSVILLE Mr. Keeler presented the staff report and explained the proposal. Mr. Skove moved that those areas noted as VR be changed to RA and areas designated RA remain as RA. Mr. Cogan seconded the motion which passed unanimously. CROZET AN Mr. Keeler presented the staff report. 41 31e September 13, 1983 The Chairman invited public comment. The following persons commented on the proposal: Page 3 Mr. Allen Benn--He asked that his property be re -instated as a part of the designated growth area of Crozet. Mr. Roy Patterson --He supported the staff report; he expressed opposition to development of Rt. 250. Mr. John Sanderson --He endorsed actions that would continue to preserve the rural agricultural environment within the Greenwood community and surrounding areas. Mr. Mike Marshall --He strongly opposed a shopping center on Rt. 250 East. Ms. Joan Graves --She expressed concern about the additional traffic that a shopping center would attract and the increased danger to the neighboring schools as a result. There being no further comment, the matter was placed before the Commission. Mr. Keeler explained in some detail the existing zoning and the relation to the growth area. He commented on the extent of development on those OW arease proposed for rezoning and their potential for future development. Mr. Cogan stated he had problems with the suggested changes. He felt the lines were "arbitrary and ambiguous" because they did not "hold true" to the watershed areas that are of concern. He felt the rezoning would not accomplish what it was envisioned to accomplish and would be at the expense of certain individuals for no real reason. He pointed out that from 1977 to 1980, outside consultants had been hired at great expense, and the Crozet Community had been a result of that study. He felt that to make these changes now would not be dealing fairly with a great many people. Mr. Skove stated he felt a shopping center was premature at this time and he was in favor of maintaining the commercial development in downtown Crozet. Ms. Diehl indicated she was in favor of downzoning the "northern" part and the industrial areas. Mr. Bowerman indicated he agreed with Ms. Diehl Mr. Cogan indicated he felt a shopping center would not generate any more traffic than already exists because it would capture a lot of the school traffic. There followed a lengthy, confusing discussion during which the Chairman attempted to define each Commissioner's position on each piece of property. 317 September 13, 1983 Page 4 Mr. Keeler described the intent of the different zoning districts. Mr. Davis moved that the following changes for the Crozet area be recommended to the Board for approval: Change R-2 to RA in the northern portion; Change PDSC to RA in the southern portion; Change two R-4 areas to RA on the southern boundary; Change the LI to RA. (No change was recommended for the HI area.) Mr. Skove seconded the motion. Discussion: Ms. Diehl clarified that the intent of the motion was to accept the map presented by staff with the exception of the HI area. Mr. Bowerman stated he could not support the motion because he felt that proper development of the PDSC could benefit the watershed, that having additional expansion room in proximity to the community of Crozet is important and because the R-2 is contiguous with the other R-2. Mr. Cogan indicated he agreed with Mr. Bowerman. Mr. Michel indicated he was inclined to either make all of the changes or none. The motion made by Mr. Davis failed to pass (3:4) with Commissioners Michel, Skove and Davis voting for the motion, and Commissioners Kendrick, Bowerman, Cogan and Diehl voting against. Mr. Cogan moved that it be recommended to the Board that the existing zoning in Crozet not be changed and that alternate ways of protecting the Beaver Creek impoundment be studied. Ms. Diehl seconded the motion which passed (4:3) with Commissioners Bowerman, Cogan, Diehl and Kendrick voting for the motion and Commissioners Michel, Skove and Davis voting against. It was noted the Commission was primarily concerned aboutthe northern edge of the property. Mr. Cogan clarified that his motion included the following suggestions: That further studies be made into the areas of the jurisdiction of the water and sewer; that consideration be given to an additional impoundment for the Beaver Creek area; and, if necessary, further studies on alternative ways to improve Lickinghole Creek impoundment basin. WORK SESSION Private Roads - Mr. Keeler initiated the discussion. AMA September 13, 1983 Page 5 Mr. Payne and Mr. Keeler explained the proposed provisions and the results of the changes. It was the consensus of the Commission to delete 18-36(b-2) as proposed. Staff was directed to finalize the proposed amendments and reschedule them for further Commission discussion. Miscellaneous It was the consensus of the Commission (no formal vote was taken) to authorize that staff administratively approve "temporary sales offices in subdivision -type developments." Staff explained these are used during the development of the subdivision and staff will be looking for Highway Department approval of access and adequate parking. There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 10:30 p.m. W Recorded by: Stuart Richard Transcribed by: Deloris Sessoms, W -3al