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PLANNING STAFF REPORT SUMMARY
Project Name: SP 06-21 Kappa Sigma Staff: Claudette Grant
International Headquarters Amendment
Planning Commission Public Hearing: Board of Supervisors Public Hearing:
December 5, 2006 January 10, 2007
Owners: Albemarle Carter Mountain's Trust Applicant: Kappa Sigma Fraternity
Acreage: Approximately 6.14 acres Special Use Permit for: The development
of additional recreation uses, such as picnic
pavilions and, basketball court. Development
of a maintenance building, and
reconfiguration of grass stabilized parking.
Property is located in R-1, residential district.
TMP: TM: 91 P:16, TM: 91 P:16D By -right use: R-1 Residential (1 unit/acre)
Location: 1612 Scottsville Rd. (Route 20)
approx. 1 mile south of Mill Creek Drive (See
Attachments A & B)
Magisterial District: Scottsville I Conditions: Yes EC: Yes
Proposal: Request to modify SP 03-91 Requested # of Dwelling Units: None
(reconfigure grass stabilized parking and
include future improvements, such as picnic
pavilions, maintenance building and
recreational areas).
DA (Development Area): Neighborhood 4 Comprehensive Plan Designation: Urban
Density Residential - residential (6.01-34
units/acre) and supporting uses such as
religious institutions, schools, commercial,
office and service uses.
Character of Property: The property is Use of Surrounding Properties: Single
currently being developed with the family homes on large parcels.
Headquarters building proposed with SP 03-
91 under construction.
Factors Favorable:
1. This is a relatively low impact
use to a residential area.
2. Provides pedestrian
connections at the front of
the site.
3. The building and uses can
provide a neighborhood
center to the surrounding
community.
Factors Unfavorable:
1. Recreational uses could
have elevated noise levels at
times.
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of Special Use Permit 2006-21 with
conditions and minor change to the revised plan.
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PETITION
SP2006-021 Kappa Sigma International Headquarters Amendment (Sign #78)
PROPOSED: Request to modify SP 03-91(6.14 acres) (reconfigure grass stabilized parking and include
future improvements, such as picnic pavilions, maintenance building and recreational areas).
ZONING CATEGORY/GENERAL USAGE: R-1 Residential (1 unit/acre)
SECTION: 13.2.2 (2) and 5.1.02 fraternal clubs
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN LAND USE/DENSITY: Urban Density Residential - residential (6.01-34
units/acre) and supporting uses such as religious institutions, schools, commercial, office and service uses.
Neighborhood 4
ENTRANCE CORRIDOR: Yes
LOCATION: 1612 Scottsville Rd. (Route 20) approx. 1 mile south of Mill Creek Drive
TAX MAP/PARCEL: 91/16 and 91/16D
MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT: Scottsville
CHARACTER OF THE AREA
The property is located on a rural section of Route 20 approximately two miles south of Charlottesville.
Surrounding properties are occupied by single family homes on large parcels. The site is currently being
developed with a building which is under construction and will be the international headquarters for the
Kappa Sigma fraternity organization.
SPECIFICS OF THE PROPOSAL
Kappa Sigma International Headquarters will be a meeting place and office for operations for the
headquarters of an international fraternity organization. The request is a modification to the existing special
use permit. This request reconfigures the grass stabilized parking and identifies improvements to the site
including picnic pavilions, a maintenance building and recreational areas.
PLANNING AND ZONING HISTORY
A special use permit (SP 2003-091) was approved on May 12, 2004 for the current use of an
administration/office building for the Kappa Sigma International Memorial Headquarters. (See
Attachments D and E) The property is zoned R-1. Prior to the current construction of the headquarters
building, a house with outbuildings was located on the property.
CONFORMITY WITH THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
The subject property is designated Urban Density on the Land Use Plan Map in Neighborhood Four.
SP 2003-091 states the following recommendation from the Development Area Profiles relative to this
property:
- Upgrade Route 20 and construct bicycle facilities and walkways in conjunction with these upgrades.
Determine the right-of-way requirements for these road upgrades and obtain and/or reserve right-of-
way as necessary.
This was addressed by a condition of approval with the previously approved SP. (See Attachment E)
Because the proposed uses are primarily related to additional recreation uses for an already approved
building and development, most of the principles of the Neighborhood Model have been assessed
previously. (See Attachment D, prior staff report)
STAFF COMMENT
Staff will address each provision of Section 31.2.4.1 of the Zoning Ordinance as follows:
31.2.4.1: Special Use Permits provided for in this ordinance may be issued upon a finding by the Board of
Supervisors that such use will not be of substantial detriment to adjacent property,
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The proposed recreational uses, grass stabilized parking, and maintenance buildings are not expected to have
extreme impacts on the adjacent properties. The recreation uses may create some elevated noise when in use.
In order to address these potential concerns, the applicant proposes landscape screening for these uses from
the adjacent property boundary. The recreational uses are also shown on the plan to be located or setback
from the adjacent properties by at least 50 feet and, in most cases, approximately 100 feet. The applicant also
proposes that the only new facility with lighting will be the inside of the picnic pavilions.
that the character of the district will not be changed thereby and
There will be some additional facilities added to this site. Staff believes that the uses are somewhat minimal
in nature and will not change the character of the district what has already changed with the construction of
the headquarters building.
that such use will be in harmony with the purpose and intent of this ordinance,
The R-1 residential district allows clubs, lodges, civic, fraternal, patriotic by special use permit (Section
13.2.2). One intent of R-1 districts is to provide incentives for clustering of development and provision of
locational, environmental and development amenities. Allowing the fraternal use in this area adds a
development amenity to this area. There are no neighborhood centers in this area. The closest one is
Monticello High School. The applicant has not said that the property could be used for public use, but there
is the potential for this building and property to provide an added center to this part of the County.
with uses permitted by right in the district,
Allowing the proposed activities in association with a fraternal organization use should be of low impact to
this residential area. The building under construction will act as an administration/office use. The recreation
uses will most likely be utilized for special events. The minimal impact of this use is viewed as compatible
with the residential uses allowed in the R-1 District.
with the additional regulations provided in section 5.0 of this ordinance,
Sometimes the requirements of Section 5.1.16 for swim, golf and tennis clubs are imposed on additional and
somewhat similar uses:
5.1.16 SWIMMING, GOLF, TENNIS CLUBS
Each swimming, golf or tennis club shall be subject to thefollowing:
a. The swimming pool, including the apron, filtering and pumping equipment, and any
buildings, shall be at least seventy-five (75) feet from the nearest property line and at least one
hundred twenty-five (125) feet from any existing dwelling on an adjoining property, except
that, where the lot upon which it is located abuts land in a commercial or industrial district,
the pool may be constructed no less than twenty-five (25) feet from the nearest property line
of such land in a commercial or industrial district;
b. When the lot on which any such pool is located abuts the rear or side line of, or is across the
street from, any residential district, a substantial, sightly wall, fence, or shrubbery shall be
erected or planted, so as to screen effectively said pool from view from the nearest property in
such residential district;
c. (Repealed 6-14-00)
d. The board of supervisors may, for the protection of the health, safety, morals and general
welfare of the community, require such additional conditions as it deems necessary, including
but not limited to provisions for additional fencing and/or planting or other landscaping,
additional setback from property lines, additional parking space, location and arrangement of
lighting, and other reasonable requirements;
This use is not for swimming, golf, or tennis clubs, but the outdoor recreational uses are similar in
nature and could create elevated noise levels. As previously mentioned, the applicant has shown the
recreational uses on the plan to be setback from adjacent properties at least 50 feet and, in most cases,
approximately 100 feet. The applicant has also provided landscape screening in these areas adjacent to
residential uses. In terms of lighting, the applicant has indicated that the only proposed facilities that
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will be lighted and readily visible are the inside of the picnic pavilions.
and with the public health, safety and general welfare.
The public health, safety, and general welfare of the community is protected through the special use permit
process which assures that uses approved by special use permit are appropriate in the location requested.
VDOT concerns have been addressed. (See Attachment F)
ARCHITECTURAL REVIW BOARD
The Architectural Review Board indicated that a formal review of the SP is not required, but they want to review the
site plan amendment for the proposed facilities.
SUMMARY:
Staff has identified the following factors favorable to this application:
1. This is a relatively low impact use to a residential area.
2. Provides pedestrian connections at front of the site.
3. The building and uses can provide a neighborhood center to the surrounding community.
Staff has identified the following factors unfavorable to this application:
1. Recreational uses could have elevated noise levels at times.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Staff notes that the applicant will need to make the following minor revision to the application plan prior to approval
by the Board of Supervisors:
• The labels indicating the number of total parking spaces and grass .parking spaces need to be revised to reflect
the eliminated parking spaces. Change "32 SPACES (6 GRASS)" to "26 SPACES" and change "23 SPACES
(9 GRASS)" to "20 SPACES 6 GRASS)".
The applicant can complete this change between the Planning Commission public hearing and the Board of
Supervisors public hearing.
Based on the findings contained in this staff report, staff recommends approval of Special Use Permit 2006-
21 with the following conditions shown below and minor change as noted above:
(The following conditions amend the original SP conditions. Additions are shown in bold and deletions are
shown as strikethroughs)
The Kappa Sigma improvements and the scale and location of the improvements shall be
developed in general accord with the plan (Attachment C) entitled Kappa Sigma Fraternity
International Headquarters, prepared by Glave & Holmes Associates and dated September 20,
2006, revised November 7, 2006. The site shall be developed in general .. «a with the ..laps, entitleA
Kappa sigma Fraternity 14eadquaAer-s, dated April > 2004 ;
2. Lighting of the site shall be limited as follows:
a Light levels at the property lines shall be no greater than 0.2 or 0.3 foot candles; Li&
levels ..4 the p perry line shall be n eaterthan nnl feet ,. ndles;
b. No flood lighting of the building is permitted;
c. Only the parking lot north of the building shall be allowed pole lights;
d. Utilize bollard type lights in place of pole lights whenever possible. Use only full cutoff fixtures;
e. Site and building illumination shall be limited to the satisfaction of the ARB; and
f. The only lighting for any recreational facility may only be inside the picnic pavilions.
Lighting shall be excluded from other recreational areas.
3. Final site plans shall show a reservation, or provide a note, for future vehicular and pedestrian
connections to adjacent parcels to the north and south;
4: A pedestrian connection from the future pedestrian/bike pathway on Route 20 into the site shall be
constructed no later than 10 years or sooner if Route 20 pathway is constructed. The pedestrian
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path from Route 20 to the building and aligned along the travelway as shown on the revised
application plan, dated September 20, 2006, revised November 7, 2006 shall be in accordance with
Chapter 6 of the Design Standards Manual. Final site plans shall show a pedestfian esenneratien ffem
5. A right turn and taper shall be constructed at the entrance in Route 20 to the satisfaction of VDOT;
6. Landscaping shall be provided to limit the impact of the storm water area on the Entrance Corridor to the
satisfaction of the ARB; and
7. The applicant shall construct public water service to the site via extension of the existing Albemarle
County Service Authority water line located on the west side of Route 20 and public sewer service via
extension of the existing Albemarle County Service Authority sewer line located along route 20 and the
Cow Branch Creek, generally as provided in the report entitled, Preliminary Engineering Report Water
and Sewer Facilities for Kappa Sigma Headquarters by Draper Aden Associates, dated march 30, 2004.
8. A plat to combine the parcels shall be submitted concurrent with the amended site plan submittal
or an SP will be required.
9. All grass parking areas will be "Grasspave" unless a product deemed equivalent is approved by
the county engineer.
10. The amended site plan will include manufacturers material specifications, requirements for installation,
provisions for watering (ex. sprinkler system, etc.), and maintenance requirements (ex. fertilizing,
watering, mowing, etc.) to the satisfaction of the county engineer.
ATTACHMENTS
Attachment A — Location Map
Attachment B — Vicinity Map
Attachment C — Plan dated September 20, 2006, revised November 7, 2006
Attachment D — Planning Commission Staff Report dated April 27, 2004
Attachment E — Approval letter dated May,20, 2004
Attachment F — Electronic Correspondence from VDOT dated November 20, 2006
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BOARD OF SUPERVISORS:
MARGARET DOHERTY
APRIL 27, 2004
MAY 12, 2004
KAPPA SIGMA INTERNATIONAL MEMORIAL FOUNDATION HEADQUARTERS
SP-03-91 FRATERNAL CLUB IN A R-1, RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT
BACKGROUND
The Planning Commission held a worksession on this application on March 16"'. The applicant presented the
concept plan and staff presented questions to the commission, on the appropriateness of the use and the
potential impacts on the district and surrounding properties. The Commission concluded that the use could
be appropriate, but that further detail about the layout would ultimately determine its appropriateness,
particularly as it relates to adjacent residential properties. Further, the commission agreed that the scale of
the improvements could be made to work, if it they were better oriented with Route 20 and the predominant
topography. There were two serious unanswered questions: 1) the entrance location and VDOT entrance
improvement requirements; and 2) the location of parking lots to adjacent residential properties. The
Commission recommended using porous paving or stabilized turf for those parking spaces closest to the
adjacent residential parcels. Finally, the Commission agreed with staff that connection to public utilities is
reasonable and that the sewer line should be extended using a gravity flow system.
CHANGES TO THE PLAN
The applicant has submitted a revised plan which includes the following changes (See Attachment E):
• They oriented the building better to Route 20;
• They differentiated future phases;
• They obtained approval from Zoning of their parking study (see Attachment B) which recommends 88
parking spaces. Of these, about half are shown as stabilized sod, located adjacent their residential
neighbors;
• They show a ped/bike pathway along Route 20; and
• They have provided a preliminary water and sewer report, which describes two options for providing
public utilities to the site.
LEGAL DESCRIPTION
Request for special use permit to allow the fraternal headquarters for Kappa Sigma International, in
accordance with Sections [13.2.2.2 and 5.1.02] of the Zoning Ordinance which allows for fraternal clubs.
The property, described as Tax Map 91 Parcel 16, contains 6.14 acres, and is zoned R-1 [Residential] and E-
C, [Entrance Corridor]. The proposal is located on Scottsville Road (Route 20), approximately one mile
south of Mill Creek Drive, in the Scottsville Magisterial District. The Comprehensive Plan designates this
property as Urban Density in Neighborhood 4. (See Locator Map as Attachment A)
RECOMMENDATION
Staff finds that the request for a fraternal club generally complies with the provisions of the Zoning
Ordinance and the Comprehensive Plan, and recommends approval of SP 03-91.
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Attachment D
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AND NEIGHBORHOOD MODEL
The subject property is designated, Urban Density on the Land Use Plan Map in Neighborhood Four. Following is the
recommendation from the Development Area Profiles (page 58), relative to this property:
Upgrade Route 20 and construct bicycle facilities and walkways in conjunction with these upgrades. Determine
the right-of-way requirements for these road upgrades and obtain and/or reserve right-of-way as necessary;
The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) recommends that the applicant dedicate a minimum of 25 feet of
additional right-of-way along Route 20. In their first review of the application, they were requiring left and right turn
lanes into the site which would require major work in Route 20. The applicant submitted a Turn Lane Warrant
Analysis to the Engineering Department and VDOT (See Attachment Q. They revised their plan to show -a 100 foot
taper into the site. VDOT has reviewed the material and agrees that the great majority of Kappa Sigma's traffic will be
coming from and going to the north, therefore, a left -turn lane into the site is not necessary, however a right turn lane
will be necessary. Therefore, as a condition of approval, the applicant shall satisfy VDOT requirements for an entrance
permit. The plan also also shows a ped/bike pathway along Route 20, to be constructed upon demand of the County.
Neighborhood Model
The following analysis addresses conformity with the twelve principles of the Neighborhood Model:
Pedestrian
The concept plan includes a ped/bike pathway along the frontage of Route 20. The
Orientation
design and timing of construction of the pathway should be coordinated with other
improvements in the right of way. The plan also shows a sidewalks around the
building and a trail around the front lawn. Provision should be made to allow access
into the site from the ped/bike pathway along Route 20, potentially from the
proposed trail.
Neighborhood
Not Applicable.
Friendly Streets
and Paths
Interconnections
Vehicular and pedestrian connections to adjacent properties should be shown, such
that if a signaled intersection is constructed north or south of the site, Kappa Sigma
will have access to it in the future, when traffic on Route 20 increases.
Parks and Open
The plan shows terraced gardens and future picnic pavilions and walking trail.
Space
Neighborhood
This site is within a portion of the Development Areas which has not been developed
Centers
to it's potential, therefore, the closest neighborhood center may be the City of
Charlottesville.
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Buildings and
The Architectural Review Board application will include building elevations and a
Spaces of Human
detailed landscape plan to ensure consistency with the Entrance Corridor guidelines.
Scale
Relegated
The parking is mostly relegated behind structures and staff believes with ARB
Parking
guidelines regarding screening of parking areas, this criterion can be met.
Mixture of Uses
This is a very specific use which does not benefit from a mix of uses. There are
residential properties surrounding the site although they will likely not benefit from
this use.
Mix/ Housing
Not Applicable.
Types,
Redevelopment
Not Applicable.
Site Planning
With the revised layout, this criterion has been met.
that Respects
Terrain
Clear Boundaries
A significant issue for the Rural Areas across the street will be lighting. This site is
w/ Rural Areas
currently surrounded by no commercial lighting of any kind, therefore, whatever
lighting is installed has the potential to create a great impact. Therefore, staff
proposes conditions, below which address this criterion.
Entrance Corridor
The application has been before the Architectural Review Board for advisory comments. regarding their
special permit application. The ARB voted 4-0, expressing no objection to the special permit, subject to the
following conditions:
• Site and building illumination shall be limited to the satisfaction of the ARB.
• Landscaping shall be provided to limit the impact of the storm water area on the Entrance Corridor to the
satisfaction of the ARB.
The ARB made the following suggestion for the conceptual plan, for the benefit of the applicant's
preliminary site plan submittal.
In addition to all requirements of the ARB Preliminary Site Plan Review Checklist, please provide:
• A brick screen and vegetation to eliminate visibility of the dumpster area;
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• A lighting plan that shows minimal site and building illumination (in terms of both number and
intensity). Utilize bollard type lights in place of pole lights whenever possible. Use only full cutoff
fixtures;
• Eliminate visibility of the 7-space parking lot;
• Provide a plant schedule that identifies the proposed trees and shrubs (botanical and common name)
and plant caliper and height;
• Propose different types of plant materials that share similar characteristics;
• Provide large shade trees at the corners of the building and add foundation shrubs;
• Show that visibility of mechanical equipment will be eliminated from the Entrance Corridor;
• Carefully consider all signage for the site and building; and
• Show that illumination of the cupola will be limited and appropriate to the site.
STAFF COMMENT
The revised concept plan has been reviewed by members of the Site Review Committee, which recommends
approval of the special permit. The only remaining issues are: 1) public utilities, 2) vehicular and pedestrian
connections on -site, and 3) lighting.
Public Utilities
The applicant presented an analysis of water and sewer service alternatives, provided as Attachment D. The
County policy states that new development within the jurisdictional area for water and sewer should be
required to connect. The applicant would prefer to connect to the public water via extension of the water
line -located on the west side of Route 20 and public sewer by pump station and a 3" force main, which is
referred to in their report, on page 4, as "Solution #1". Staff believes the best alternative is what is referred
to as "Solution #2", which includes public water service via extension of the existing Albemarle County
Service Authority water line and public sewer service via extension of existing ACSA sewer line located
along Route 20 and Cow Branch Creek. This provides a public connection, which can serve this site and
future development in this part of the Development Area. Staff has been in contact with another property
owner interested in utilizing the sewer line and believes a cost -sharing agreement may be possible.
Vehicular and Pedestrian Connections
Staff asked the applicant to show vehicular and pedestrian connections to the adjoining parcels to the north
and south and to the ped/bike pathway along Route 20. The applicant is interested in securing a private
entrance and is not interested in sharing access with adjoining parcels. The comprehensive plan calls for
pedestrian and vehicular connections in the Development Areas, wherever feasible. However, since the
adjacent parcels are not likely to develop in the near future, staff is willing to accept reservations for future
vehicular connections and a pedestrian connection to the ped/bike pathway on Route 20.
Ligum
This site is located in a dark part of the County, therefore any new lighting will have a dramatic effect. Staff
believes that the site should be lit with mostly residential -type lighting except within parking lots and along
sidewalks where safety may be a concern. To this end, staff proposes strict restrictions on the use of lighting
as described below. �J
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RECOMMENDATION WITH CONDITIONS
Staff finds that the request for a fraternal club generally complies with the provisions of the Zoning
Ordinance and the Comprehensive Plan, and recommends approval of SP-03-91, with the following
conditions:
1. The site shall be developed in general accord with the plans, entitled Kappa Sigma Fraternity
Headquarters, dated April 2, 2004;
2. Lighting of the site shall be limited as follows:
a. Light levels at the property line shall be no greater than 0.001 foot candles-,
b. No flood lighting of the building is permitted;
C. Only the parking lot north of the building shall be ,allowed pole lights;
d. Utilize bollard type lights in place of pole lights whenever possible. Use only full
cutoff fixtures; -and
e. Site and building illumination shall be limited to the satisfaction of the ARB.
3. Final site plans shall show a reservation for future vehicular and pedestrian connections to adjacent
parcels to the north and south;
4. Final site plans shall show a pedestrian connection from the ped/bike pathway on Route 20 into the
site;
5. A right turn and taper shall be constructed at the entrance in Route 20' to the satisfaction of VDOT;
6. Landscaping shall be provided to limit the impact of the storm water area on the Entrance Corridor to
the satisfaction of the ARB; and
7. The Applicant shall construct public water service to the site via extension of the existing Albemarle
County Service Authority water line located on the west side of Route 20 and public sewer service
via extension of the existing Albemarle County Service Authority sewer line located along Route 20
and the Cow Branch Creek, generally as provided in the report entitled, Preliminary Engineering
Report Water and Sewer Facilities for kappa Sigma Headquarters by Draper Aden Associates, dated
March 30, 2004.
Attachment D
ATTACHMENTS
ATTACHMENT A: Locator Maps
ATTACHMENT B: Turn Lane Warrant Analysis
ATTACHMENT C: Parking Study
ATTACHMENT D: PreliminaryEn gin eering Report Water and Sewer Facilities
ATTACHMENT E: Concept Plan, entitled Kappa Sigtna Fraternity Headquarters, dated
April 2, 2004
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Attachment D
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COUNTY OF ALBEMARLE
Department of Community Development
Planning
401 McIntire Road, Room 218
Charlottesville, Virginia 22902-4596
(434) 296 - 5823
Fax (434) 972 - 4012
May 20, 2004
Lori Garrett
Glave & Holmes Associates
801 E. Main Street, Suite 300
Richmond, VA 23219
RE: SP-03-91 Kappa Sigma International Memorial Headquarters; Tax Map 91, Parcel 16
Dear Ms. Garrett:
The Albemarle County Board of Supervisors, at its meeting on May 12, 2004, by a vote of 6:0, approved
the above -noted request to allow the fraternal headquarters for Kappa Sigma International in accord with
Sections 13.2.2.2 & 5.1 02 of the Zoning Ordinance. Please note that this approval. is subject to the
following conditions:
1. The site shall be developed in general accord with the plans, entitled Kappa Sigma Fraternity
Headquarters, dated April 2, 2004;
2. Lighting of the site shall be limited as follows:
a. Light levels at the property line shall be no greater than 0.001 foot candies;
b. No flood lighting of the building is permitted;
C. Only the parking lot north of the building shall be allowed pole lights;
d. Utilize bollard type lights in place of pole lights whenever possible. Use only full cutoff
fixtures; and
e. Site and building illumination shall be limited to the satisfaction of the ARB.
3. Final site plans shall show a reservation, or provide a note, for future vehicular and pedestrian
connections to adjacent parcels to the north and south;
4. Final site plans shall show a pedestrian connection from the future pedestrian/bike pathway on
Route 20 into the site;
5. A right turn and taper shall be constructed at the entrance in Route 20 to the satisfaction of
VDOT;
6. Landscaping shall be provided to limit the impact of the storm water area on the Entrance Corridor
to the satisfaction of the ARB; and
7. The Applicant shall construct public water service to the site via extension of the existing
Albemarle County Service Authority water line located on the west side of Route 20 and public
sewer service via extension of the existing Albemarle County Service Authority sewer line located
along Route 20 and the Cow Branch Creek, generally as provided in the report entitled,
Preliminary Engineering Report Water and Sewer Facilities for kappa Sigma Headquarters by
Draper Aden Associates, dated March 30, 2004.
In the event that the use, structure or activity for which this special use permit is issued shall not be
commenced within twenty-four (24) months after the issuance of such permit, the -same shall be deemed
abandoned and the authority granted thereunder shall thereupon terminate. For purposes of this section, 11
the term "commenced" shall be construed to include the commencement of construction of any structure
necessary to the use of such permit within two (2) years from the date of the issuance.
Attachment E
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May 20, 2004
Before beginning this use, you must obtain a zoning clearance from the Zoning Department. Before the
Zoning Department will issue a clearance, you must comply with the conditions in this letter. For further
information, please call Jan Sprinkle at 296-5832.
If you should have any questions or comments regarding the above -noted action, please do not hesitate to
contact. me.
Sincerely,
David B. Benish
Chief of Planning
DBB/jcf
Cc: Amelia McCulley Jack Kelsey
Tex Weaver Steve Allshouse
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Attachment E
FW: SP-2006-21 Kappa Sigma
Page 1 of 2
Claudette Grant
From: Denunzio, Joel D., P.E. [Joel.Denunzio@VDOT.virginia.gov]
Sent: Monday, November 20, 2006 1:29 PM
To: Claudette Grant
Subject: FW: SP-2006-21 Kappa Sigma
Claudette,
It looks like our comments have been addressed with this revision and I have nothing additional.
Thanks,
Joel
Joel DeNunzio, P.E.
Residency Program Manager
434-293-0011 Ext. 120
joeLdenunzio@VirginiaDOT.org
From: Denunzio, Joel D., P.E.
Sent: Wednesday, October 25, 2006 1:46 PM
To: 'cgrant@albemarle.org'
Subject: SP-2006-21 Kappa Sigma
SP-2006-21 Kappa Sigma
Claudette,
We have reviewed the revised plan for the above site and have the following comments:
• The sight distances are not shown properly.
The gravel drive access to this site needs to be closed. The only access can be the entrance that has
been previously approved and permitted.
If you have any questions, please contact me.
Thanks,
Joel
Joel DeNunzio, P.E.
Residency Program Manager
434-293-0011 Ext. 120
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Attachment F
11 /20/2006