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Memorandum
To: Philip Horwitch; American Helios Constructors, LLC (phorwitchgamericanhelios.com)
From: Andy Reitelbach, Senior Planner II, Planning Division
Date: August 11, 2022
Subject: SDP2022-00043 — Rivanna Solar — Final Site Plan
The Planner for the Planning Services Division of the Albemarle County Department of 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.)
New Comments — First Review of Rivanna Solar — Final Site Plan (SDP2022-00043):
1. [32.5.2(a)] The application number for this project is SDP2022-00043. Revise the cover sheet to
include this number.
2. [32.5.2(a)] Identify the areas of critical slopes on the property. All such areas must be identified
on every sheet. Construction cannot occur on critical slopes.
3. [32.5.2(a)] The legend references sheet C-300 for several items, such as the gates and fencing.
However, no sheet by that number is included in the site plan set. Include all such sheets in the
site plan set. What is the fence made of and its design?
Comments from SDP2022-00013 — Rivanna Solar — Initial Site Plan Action Letter:
The original comments from the review and action letter for SDP2022-00013 are in gray font. Follow-up
comments from the review of the final site plan, SDP2022-00043, are in black font. Please address these follow-
up comments as well.
1. [SP2019-00030] The final site plan must demonstrate conformance with all of the conditions
approved by the Board of Supervisors with the special use permit request SP2019-00010. See the
attached Action Letter and Resolution. Comment still applies. The following items do not appear
to demonstrate conformance at this time.
a. The staging and temporary parking area is not located in the same area as shown on the
approved special use permit concept plan.
b. There is a road crossing the stream buffer that does appear on the concept plan. However, it
looks like that road may already exist. Please clarify.
c. The area of solar panel development between parcels 93-46B and 93-46A extends closer to
Buck Island Road than is shown on the concept plan. Revise the site plan to match the envelope
area shown on the concept plan.
d. Provide the setback measurements from the property lines to the perimeter fencing.
e. Identify the locations of the inverters so that staff can determine whether they meet the
requirements of condition #3 of the SUP.
f. The utility access entrance is not permitted, as it is not shown on the concept plan.
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g. What are these areas on the site plan (see figure below)? There do not appear to be labels for
them.
2. [General Comment] The final site plan must demonstrate conformance with all requirements of
Section 18-32.6 of the Zoning Ordinance. The checklist for the initial site plan requirements is
helpful as a good place to start. That checklist can be found at the following link:
httos: //www.a I bemarle.oriz/ home/showou bl isheddocu ment/ 1014/637540811404730000.
Comment still applies.
3. [32.5.2(a)] On the cover sheet of the plan, provide the name and address of the property owner(s).
Comment addressed.
4. [32.5.2(a)] On the cover sheet of the plan, provide the tax map and parcel number(s) of the parcel(s)
involved in this development. Comment addressed.
5. [32.5.2(a)] Provide the boundary dimensions of the site. Comment still applies.
6. [32.5.2(a)] On the cover sheet of the plan, provide the zoning district, and all zoning overlay
districts, that apply to the subject property. Comment not fully addressed. Include the zoning
overlay districts that this property is located within - the Entrance Corridor Overlay District and
the Flood Hazard Overlay District
7. [32.5.2(a)] On the cover sheet of the plan, identify the special use permit that applies to this project.
Comment addressed.
8. [32.5.2(a)] Provide a copy of the approved special use permit, including all conditions of the SUP,
on the site plan. Comment not addressed.
9. [32.5.2(a)] On the cover sheet of the plan, provide the name of the magisterial district in which this
property is located. Comment addressed.
10. [32.5.2(a)] On the cover sheet of the plan, provide the assigned site plan number. Comment not
addressed. The site plan number is SDP2022-00043.
11. [32.5.2(a)] On the cover sheet of the plan, provide a signature panel for the signatures of all
relevant County and partner agency officials, for when the site plan is ready to be approved. Not
fully addressed. More lines are needed, along with labeling the signature lines with the
appropriate departments/agencies.
12.[32.5.2(a)] Provide the source of the topography and the source of the survey. Comment
addressed.
13. [32.5.2(a)] On the cover sheet of the plan, provide the setback lines for the appropriate zoning
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district. Comment partially addressed. There is a setback schedule in the top right corner of Sheet
C-200 that differs from the RA setbacks. Where is this schedule coming from? In addition,
setbacks for the inverters is not depicted.
14. [32.5.2(a)] On the cover sheet of the plan, provide an index of the plan sheets. Comment
addressed.
15. [32.5.2(b)] On the cover sheet of the plan, provide the proposed use and the maximum acreage of
the site occupied by each use. What is the area proposed to be enclosed by the fencing as part of
the "solar development envelope'?
16. [32.5.2(b)] On the cover sheet of the plan, provide the percentage and acreage of open space. How
is this open space being calculated? It appears that the area of solar panels is significantly more
than 10 acres, or 11% of the site area.
17. [32.5.2(b)] On the cover sheet of the plan, provide the maximum height of all structures. Comment
addressed.
18. [32.5.2(b)] On the cover sheet of the plan, provide a schedule of parking on the site, including the
amount of parking required by the ordinance, and the amount of parking actually provided on the
site. If no parking is proposed with this project, provide a letter addressed to the Zoning
Administrator with a request for no parking and the justification for this request, including
identifying where any maintenance vehicles or other employee cars would be parked on the site
when work is being done on the facility.
19. [32.5.2(b)] On the cover sheet of the plan. provide the maximum amount of Impervious cover on
the site. Ensure this impervious cover calculation is consistent with the most recent guidance
provided by VA DEQ in their memos that were previously provided to the applicant. It appears
that this calculation may not be consistent with all the information provided in that memo.
20. [32.5.2(b)] On the landscape plan, provide the maximum amount of paved parking and other
vehicular circulation areas. Comment not addressed. A landscaping plan that complies with
Section 18-32.7.9 of the Zoning Ordinance must be provided. It does not appear that a
landscaping plan was provided. The plan should not be a separate document, but a sheet or sheets
within the overall site plan set.
21. [32.5.2(c)] If the development is proposed to be phase, provide phase lines. Comment not
addressed. Either provide phase lines, if the project is to be phased, or provide a response in the
comment response letter for the next submittal that no phasing is proposed, if in fact there is no
phasing proposed.
22. [32.5.2(e)] Provide the existing landscape features on the site, as described in section 32.7.9.4(c).
A landscaping plan has not been provided.
23. [32.5.2(f)] Provide the name of all watercourses located on the site. Comment addressed.
24. [32.5.2(f)] Indicate whether the site is located within the watershed of a public water supply
reservoir. Include this information as a note on the cover sheet as well.
25. [32.5.2(h)] Provide the boundaries of the flood hazard overlay district. Comment addressed.
26. [32.5.2(i)] On the site plan, provide any existing or proposed access easement, rights -of -way, and
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travelways. Comment still applies.
27. [32.5.2(i)] On the site plan, provide the street names, and state route numbers, for all surrounding
streets. Provide the state route number for Buck Island Road. Provide the name for Route 53
(Thomas Jefferson Parkway).
28. [32.5.2(i)] On the site plan, provide the right-of-way lines and widths for all adjacent streets or
other rights -of -way. The widths of Thomas Jefferson Parkway and Buck Island Road do not
appear to be identified.
29. [32.5.2(i)] On the site plan, provide the centerline radii and pavement widths for any proposed
travelways. Comment still applies.
30. [32.5.20); 32.5.2 (k)] Label all existing and proposed water, sewer, and storm drainage easements
by type and include a size/width measurement. For existing easements, state the deed book and
page of the recorded instrument. For proposed easements, an easement plat will need to be
submitted, reviewed, approved, and recorded at the courthouse prior to approval of the final site
plan being granted. Comment still applies. Stormwater management easements will likely be
required by the Engineering division.
31. [32.5.2 (1)] Label all existing and proposed utility easements by type and include a size/width
measurement. For existing easements, state the deed book and page of the recorded instrument.
For proposed easements, an easement plat will need to be submitted, reviewed, approved, and
recorded at the courthouse prior to approval of the final site plan being granted. Provide the deed
book and page number for the Dominion Power transmission line easement.
32. [32.5.2(m)] Provide the location of the existing and proposed ingress to and egress from the
property. Comment addressed.
33. [32.5.2(m)] Show the distance to the centerline of the nearest existing street intersection from the
proposed ingress and egress. Comment addressed.
34. [32.5.2(n)] Provide the locations and dimensions of all existing and proposed improvements on the
site, including the following:
a. Maximum footprint and height of structures. Comment addressed.
b. Walkways. Comment addressed.
c. Fences and/or walls. See comment #3 under "New Comments."
d. Trash containers. Are any trash containers proposed?
e. Parking lots and other paved areas. See comment below and comment #18.
f. Loading, service, and construction areas. The staging area location does not appear to be in
conformance with the approved concept plan from the SUP.
g. Signs. Are there any signs proposed?
h. Proposed paving materials for any paved improvements. Comment addressed.
i. Retaining walls. Are retaining walls proposed anywhere?
j. Outdoor lighting. A lighting plan has not been provided.
k. Landscaped areas and open space. A landscaping plan has not been provided.
35. [32.5.2(n)] Provide a lighting plan that complies with Section 18-4.17 and 18-32.7.8 of the Zoning
Ordinance, as well as any relevant conditions of the approved special use permit. Comment not
addressed. A lighting plan has not been provided.
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36. [32.5.2(o)] Identify all areas, if any, proposed to be dedicated to public use, and identify the entity
(VDOT, the County, etc.) to which those areas will be dedicated. Areas of dedication will require a
plat and/or deed. It is likely that stormwater management and drainage easements will be
required by the Engineering division. Once those easements are identified, they will need to be
depicted on the site plan.
37. [32.5.2(p)] Provide a landscaping plan that complies with Section 18-32.7.9 of the Zoning
Ordinance, including the tree conservation checklist if proposed, as well as any relevant conditions
of the approved special use permit. Comment not addressed. A landscaping plan has not been
provided.
38. [32.5.2(q)] Provide the estimated traffic generation figures for this faciliL, Comment not
addressed.
39. [32.5.2(r)] Provide a legend showing all symbols and abbreviations used on the plan. Comment still
applies.
40. [32.5.2(t)] Depict the limits of any dam break inundation zones on the property. Comment not
addressed. There appears to be dam break inundation zones near the southern/southeastern
portion of the property.
41. [Advisory Comment] Additional comments may be provided during the review of the next
submittal depending on any revisions made and depending on any comments from other
departments or agencies.
Please contact Andy Reitelbach in the Department of Community Development at
areitelbachgalbemarle.org or 434-296-5832 ext. 3261 for further information.
Comments from Other Reviewing Departments, Divisions, and Agencies
Albemarle County Engineering Services (Engineer)
Matt Wentland, mwentland@albemarle.org — Review pending; comments will be forwarded to applicant upon
receipt by Planning staff.
Albemarle County Architectural Review Board (ARB)
Margaret Maliszewski, mmaliszewski@albemarle.org - Review pending; comments will be forwarded to
applicant upon receipt by Planning staff.
Albemarle County Information Services (E911)
Andy Slack, aslack@albemarle.org — No objections at this time.
Albemarle County Building Inspections
Betty Slough, bslough(2albemarle.org — Review pending; comments will be forwarded to applicant upon
receipt by Planning staff.
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Albemarle County Department of Fire -Rescue
Howard Lagomarsino, hlagomarsino@albemarle.org — No objections at this time.
Virginia Department of Health (VDH), Blue Ridge Health District
Alan Mazurowski, alan.mazurowski@vdh.vir ig nia. og_v — Review pending; comments will be forwarded to
applicant upon receipt by Planning staff.
Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT)
Doug McAvoy, dou as.mcavoy(,vdot.vir ie nia.gov — Requested changes; see the attached comment
memo.
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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
July 27, 2022
County of Albemarle
Department of Community Development
401 McIntire Road
Charlottesville, VA 22902
Attn: Andy Reitelbach
Re: SUB-2022-00043 — Rivanna Solar - FSP
Review # 1
Dear Mr. Reitelbach:
The Department of Transportation, Charlottesville Residency Transportation and Land Use
Section has reviewed the Rivanna Solar —Site Plan, dated June 8, 2022 as submitted by Adapture
Renewables, and find the following:
1. Entrance design is not clear. Please show the construction and drainage for each entrance.
Drainage calculations should include hydraulic information such as but not limited to the
spread, depth of spread, cant' -over, sump conditions, hydraulic grade lines, etc. These
should be part of the MS4 review and may not have been submitted to this agency.
2. VDOT drainage manual requires culverts to have a Max Hw/D of 1.5 and headwater
elevation should be no higher than 18" below edge of road.
3. Please provide profile views for each proposed entrance, with lines of sight shown in
actual line of sight a minimum 14.5' from edge of pavement. Please see VDOT RDM F
and B(1) for sight distance triangle requirements. Low volume commercial entrances
require sight distance based on stopping sight distance and not intersection sight distance.
4. Please provide entrance geometry details for low volume commercial entrance design.
5. Please provide entrance geometry details for temporary construction entrance design.
6. Planting plan should be included and no trees will be shown within 30' of the entrance as
measured from the end of radii, nor within the sight triangle.
7. Due to the required changes additional comments or conditions may be forthcoming.
8. Please provide a comment response letter with each submission after the initial.
9. Please note: A Temporary Traffic Control Plan (TTC) is required to obtain a permit to
work within VDOT Right of Way. The TTC shall be prepared by an Advanced Work
Zone Certified person, certification card and verification number is required on the TTC
submittal. See
VirginiaDOT.org
WE KEEP VIRGINIA MOVING
http://www.virginiadot.org/business/resources/traffic_engineering/memos2/TE-
345_Work_ ZoneTtafficControl_Training_Procedures.pdf for additional information.
A VDOT Land Use Permit will be required prior to any work within the right-of-way. The
owner/developer must contact the VDOT Charlottesville Residency Land Use Section at (434)
422-9399 for information pertaining to this process.
If you have further questions, please contact Max Greene at 434-422-9894.
Sincerely,
John C. Wilson, P.E.
Assistant Resident Engineer
Area Land Use
VDOT - Charlottesville Residency