HomeMy WebLinkAboutSP200800015 Review Comments Special Use Permit 2008-05-22COUNTY OF ALBEMARLE
Department of Community Development
401 McIntire Road, Room 227
Charlottesville, Virginia 22902-4596
Phone (434) 296-5832 Fax (434) 972-4126
MEMORANDUM
TO: Rebecca Ragsdale
FROM: Margaret Maliszewski
DATE: May 22, 2008
RE: SP -2008-15: UVA Research Park Parking Structure
I have reviewed the plan submittal for the above -referenced proposal (Exhibit A: Overall Concept Plan
dated 1/31/08) and I have the following comments related to impacts on the Entrance Corridor.
The proposed parking garage would be located over 1000' from the Airport Road Entrance Corridor.
Minimal visibility of the structure is anticipated; however, overall building height and existing and
proposed landscaping between the building and the EC could affect visibility. The portions of the
structure that are visible from Airport Road will be subject to review by the Architectural Review
Board and those portions of the parking garage that are subject to review will have to meet the EC
Guidelines. Appropriate materials and architectural detailing could be the focus of review.
It is anticipated that lighting will be proposed on the roof of the parking garage. Lighting will be
reviewed with the site plan, but it is important to note at this point in the review the potential impacts
of this type of lighting in this location. Lights on the roof could produce illumination that is noticeable
from distances on the Entrance Corridor and elsewhere throughout the area. Any "glow" perceived
from distances would be inappropriate, just as over -illumination at the site would be inappropriate.
Limiting the height of rooftop pole lights and limiting the overall illumination levels produced by these
fixtures could help reduce the potential negative impacts from this lighting.