HomeMy WebLinkAboutSDP201400048 Review Comments 2014-08-20F .
COUNTY OF ALBEMARLE
Department of Community Development
401 McIntire Road, North Wing
Charlottesville, Virginia 22902 -4596
Phone (434) 296 -5832 Fax (434) 972 -4126
August 20, 2014
William Park
1821 Avon St. Extended
Suite 200
Charlottesville VA 22902
RE: SDP 201400048 The Lofts at Meadowcreek — Site Plan - Initial
Dear Sir:
The Agent for the Board of Supervisors hereby grants administrative approval to the above referenced site plan.
This approval shall be valid for a period of five (5) years from the date of this letter, provided that the developer
submits a final site plan for all or a portion of the site within one (1) year after the date of this letter as provided
in section 32.4.3.1 of Chapter 18 of the Code of the County of Albemarle, and thereafter diligently pursues
approval of the final site plan.
An Erosion and 'Sediment Control Permit may be issued after the following approvals are received:
1. Approval an Erosion and Sediment Control Plan meeting the requirements of Chapter 17 of the Code of
the County of Albemarle.
2. Approval of a Stormwater Management Plan meeting the requirements of Chapter 17 of the Code.
3. Approval of all easements for facilities for stormwater management and drainage control.
4. Submittal of a tree conservation checklist.
The final site plan will not be considered to have been officially submitted until the following items are
received:
1. A final site plan that satisfies all of the requirements of section 32.6 of Chapter 18 of the Code.
2. A fee of $1,500.
Please submit (10) copies of the final plans to the Community Development Department. The assigned
Lead Reviewer will then distribute the plans to all reviewing agencies. Once you receive the first set of
comments on the final site plan, please work with each reviewer individually to satisfy their requirements.
Provide proof of each reviewer's tentative approval once received. The Lead Review will notify you when it is
time to submit copies for signature.
The final site plan will not be approved until the following conditions are met:
The Department of Community Development shall not accept submittal of the final site plan for signature until
tentative approvals for the following conditions have been obtained:
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Planning Division A�tiroval of 3 Copies are required to be submitted for review)
1. [32.6] A site plan meeting all the requirements of section 32.6 of Chapter 18 of the Code.
2. [COD Section I, 8.5.5.3] Street landscaping. VDOT comment #4 dated 8 -5 -14 requires the street tree
landscaping along Rio Rd to be relocated out of the landscaping strip in the right -of -way due to Clear Zone
requirements. The street tree landscaping is depicted in the application plan for ZMA2013 -00001 and is
required; however, the required plantings can be relocated outside of the landscape strip to where VDOT
requires it. In order to facilitate the relocation of the street tree landscaping a Variation request will need to
be requested and processed to modify the typical street design requirement and the application plan from the
rezoning. This item can be handled at the final site plan stage. The Variation will be reviewed through the
special exception process, if staff is recommending approval of the variation it will go to the BOS on
consent agenda. If staff is recommending denial it will be required to go to the PC 1S`, then to the BOS.
3. [COD Section I, 8.5.5.31 Landscaping strip. VDOT comment #5 dated 8 -5 -14 requires the landscaping strip
along Rio Rd to be six (6) foot wide, rather than the five (5) foot wide as provided. The landscape strip is
depicted in the application plan for ZMA2013 -00001 as five (5) foot wide and is required; however, it can
be modified to meet VDOT requirements if needed. In order to facilitate the change a Variation request will
need to be requested and processed to modify the typical street design requirement and the application plan
from the rezoning. This item can be handled at the final site plan stage. The Variation will be reviewed
through the special exception process, if staff is recommending approval of the variation it will go to the
BOS on consent agenda. If staff is recommending denial it will be required to go to the PC I", then the
BOS.
4. [COD Section I, 8.5.5.3, 32.5.2(n), 4.12.16(c)(3)] Angled Parking Spaces. VDOT comment #9 dated 8 -5-
14 requires the two (2) parking spaces along the entrance from Rio Rd to be relocated to meet minimum
throat length. If the two parking spaces are to be relocated from what is depicted on the application plan
from the rezoning then a Variation shall take place. If the two spaces can be pushed back slightly to meet
the throat length but are in the same general location and design a Variation will not be needed.
5. [32.5.2(n), 4.12.16(c)(3)] Angled Parking Spaces. Also, for the two spaces mentioned above provide the
angle of these spaces on the plan so staff can verify they meet the required dimensions per section
4.12.16(c)3.
6. [32.5.2(n), 4.12.16(c)(4)] Curvilinear Parking Spaces. For the 1St curvilinear space after you enter the site
provide a one - hundred (100) foot sight distance line on the plan.
7. [COD Section I, 8.5.5.3] Pedestrian Path. The pedestrian path is depicted on the application plan for
ZMA2013 -00001 as going around the rear of the building and meeting up in the general area of the
dumpster pad at the front of the building. The original path design provided access to the open space on the
southwestern portion of the property. Instead, on the site plan the path has been modified to double back and
lead to the passive recreational area near the pond and rear of the building. Staff suggests the original
design/layout of the path also be incorporated into the site plan, in addition to what is depicted on the site
plan. Regardless of the design in order to facilitate a change from the application plan/ rezoning a Variation
request will need to be requested and processed to modify the path location. This item can be handled at the
final site plan stage. The Variation will be reviewed through the special exception process, if staff is
recommending approval of the variation it will go to the BOS on consent agenda. If staff is recommending
denial it will be required to go to the PC I", then the BOS.
8. [ZMA2013 -1, Proffer #21 Transit Reservation Area. On the site plan label and depict the small transit
shelter associated with the bus stop.
9. [32.5.2(a) & (o) & Proffer #11 Rio Road Improvements. On the plan clearly delineate with shading any
area proposed to be dedicated for the improvements to Rio Rd. Also, provide a note stating that the land is
to be dedicated for public use.
10. [ZMA2013 -1, Proffer #11 Rio Road Improvements. Prior to final site plan approval the Rio Rd
widening/dedication to public use will need to take place on a subdivision plat to be reviewed by the
County, approved, and then recorded in the Clerk's Office prior to final site plan approval. The DB page
information of this action shall be provided on the final site plan.
11. [ZMA2013 -1, Proffer #3] Affordable Housing. "Each site plan for land within the property shall note the
aggregate number of units designated for Affordable Units" Provide the affordable unit information on the
site plan for staff to verify the requirement is met.
12. [32.5.2(n), 4.12.16(c)(1)] Perpendicular Parking Size. Throughout the plan label the aisle widths, including
in the parking areas. Spaces along a 24' aisle shall be 9' wide by 18' long.
13. [Comment] The design of the parking garage does not provide a vehicle turnaround location to be used
when all the spaces are full. Rather vehicles will be prompted to reverse out of the site if the lot is full. For
safety reasons it is suggested that two spaces at the northern end of the unit are stripped for no parking to
facilitate vehicle turn arounds, as would be for a hammer head turn around.
14. [4.12.6] Parking. On the plan depict the required parking spaces based on the use, show the calculations.
Continue to depict the spaces provided. Staff understands a parking waiver was processed at the rezoning
stage; however, the overall mix of unit types has changed since the rezoning. Previously it was 40 - single
bedroom units, now it is 35 - single bedroom units. Previously it was 25 - two bedroom units, now it is 28 -
two bedroom units and 2 - three bedroom units. Provide the revised information on the final site plan so that
Zoning can determine if the parking provided is still adequate.
15. [32.5.2(a), 32.7.2.3(a), 32.5.6.1, 32.7.2.3(a)(c)] Sidewalks. The sidewalks fronting the property shall be built
to the side property lines. Currently each sidewalks stops 10 feet short of the property line. Revise.
16. [32.5.2(n), 32.7.2.3(a),14 -422] Sidewalks and landscaping strips. On the plan please dimension and label
all proposed sidewalks and planting strips.
17. [32.5.2(a) & (n)] General information. The zoning of the property is correctly labeled as NMD. Also, under
the zoning of the property provide a note that proffers are associated with ZMA2013 -1. Staff understands
that page two lists the proffers, but sheet I under zoning should also state that proffers apply per the
rezoning ZMA2013 -1.
18. [32.5.2(d), 30.7.5] Managed and Preserved Slopes. This parcel no longer contains "critical slopes "; it has a
combination of both "managed slopes" and "preserved slopes" based on the approved overlay map. Show
both the managed and preserved slopes as represented on the approved map and label them accordingly.
These slopes should be shown on the site plan as well as the existing conditions sheet to give a better
understanding of the impacts on each type of slope. The proposed disturbance of the preserved slopes is
allowed based on the exhibit and special exception approved with ZMA201300001 which requires
construction in this area. Additionally, disturbance of managed slopes is now permitted without a waiver as
long as certain performance standards are met. Coordinate with engineering to make sure the construction
proposed on the managed slopes meets these requirements.
19. [32.5.2(a)] Setbacks. On sheet 1 of the site plan assure that the 10' setbacks are noted.
20. [Comment] Throughout the plan provide directional arrows for the drive aisles.
21. [32.5.2(b)] On sheet 1, revise site data information to break down how 70,696SF of Open Space is being
provided onsite. Notably, sheet 10 does not depict enough open to have 70,696SF of Open Space. Please
address this. Revise.
22. [Comment] It appears as though only one (1) dumpster is being provided onsite. Being there are to be 65
units in this multifamily development, it seems appropriate more dumpsters will be required to handle all the
waste produced. Assure that the amount of dumpsters is provided which will adequately service the
development.
23. [4.17] Lighting. On sheet 1, under Notes, the lighting note shall be revised, as lighting shall not exceed one
half (0.5) foot candle. Revise to provide the following standard lighting note on the lighting plan: Each
outdoor luminaire equipped with a lamp that emits 3, 000 or more initial lumens shall be a full cutoff
luminaire and shall be arranged or shielded to reflect light away from adjoining residential districts and
away from adjacent roads. The spillover of lighting from luminaires onto public. roads and property in
residential or rural areas zoning districts shall not exceed one -half foot- candle.
24. [Comment] If any off -site easements are required, they must be approved and recorded prior to Site Plan
approval.
25. [32.5.2(n) & (p)] The following will be required for final site plan approval:
- Outdoor lighting information including a photometric plan and location, description, and photograph or
diagram of each type of outdoor luminaire [Sec. 32.7.8 & Sec. 4.17]
- A landscape plan in accordance with [Sec. 32.7.9] and the Code of Development associated with the
rezoning.
Below staff has provided some helpful comments related to landscaping and lighting for the applicant to
consider when working on a lighting and landscape plan for the final site plan:
[32.5.2(n)] Show proposed lighting locations on the layout, utility and landscape sheets to verify no conflicts
exist.
[4.17] On the light plan include cut sheets for proposed lights and provide legible photometric plan on final site
plan.
[32.5.2(p) & 32.7.9.4(b)] Existing trees may be preserved in lieu of planting new plant materials in order to
satisfy the landscaping and screening requirements of section 32.7.9, subject to the agent's approval. If you
intend to use existing trees to satisfy any of the landscape plan requirements, please include the following:
1. Areas and other features shown on landscape plan. The landscape plan shall show the trees to be
preserved, the limits of clearing, the location and type of protective fencing, grade changes requiring
tree wells or walls, and trenching or tunneling proposed beyond the limits of clearing.
2. Conservation checklist. The applicant shall sign a conservation checklist approved by the agent to
ensure that the specified trees will be protected during construction. Except as otherwise expressly
approved by the agent in a particular case, the checklist shall conform to the specifications in the
Virginia Erosion and Sediment Control Handbook, pages III -393 through III -413, and as hereafter
amended.
[32.5.2(p), 32.7.9.5] When a parking lot is located such that parked cars will be visible from a public street, low
shrubs should be planted to minimize the view of the parked cars. If the parking above ground will be visible
from Rio Road; on the landscape plan provide shrubs to screen the parking area from Rio Rd.
[32.7.9.6] Landscaping within a parking area. Parking lot landscaping shall apply to above ground parking.
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[32.7.9.8] Tree Canopy. On the ,plan provide the calculations for the tree canopy, to include required and
provided.
[32.5.2(p) & 32.7.9.71 Proposed SWM Facility should be screened from the adjacent residential lots.
[32.5.2(p) & COD Section X] On the landscape plan associated with the final site plan provide a chart or other
schedule demonstrating how the required Landscape Treatment requirements listed in Section X of the Code of
Development are being satisfied.
Engineering Division Approval: (1 Copy is required to be submitted for reviewl
See attached comment letter dated August 6, 2014 for conditions of approval. These items should be addressed
on the final site plan.
Albemarle County Service Authority Approval. (1 Copies are required to be submitted for review)
See attached comment letter dated July 23, 2014 for conditions of approval. These items should be addressed on
the final site plan.
Virginia Department of Transportation Approval. (1 Copy is required to be submitted for review)
See attached comment letter dated August 5, 2014 for conditions of approval. These items should be addressed
on the final site plan.
Albemarle County Fire & Rescue Approval. R Copy is required to be submitted for review)
1. Fire flow test required before final approval.
2. Type of construction is needed before the fire flow requirements can be figured.
Rivanna Water and Sewer Authority (RWSA) Approval. (1 Coyies-are required to be submitted for
review
1. In addition to the comments provided by ACSA, RWSA requests that the applicant provide an estimate of
future sewer flows from this development. If projected flows are in excess of 40,000 gallons per day, the project
will require a flow capacity certification from RWSA prior to final site plan approval.
E911 Approval. (1 Copy is required to be submitted for review)
Building Inspections Approval. (1 Copy is required to be submitted for review)
If you have any questions about these conditions or the submittal requirements please feel free to contact me at
ext 3443, cperez @albemarle.org.
Sincerely,-,
Christopher P. Perez, Senior Planner
cc. David Jensen
SDP201400048
COUNTY OF ALBEMARLE
Department of Community Development
401 McIntire Road, Room 227
Charlottesville, Virginia 22902 -4596
Phone (434) 296-5832 Fax (434) 972 -4126
Project:
The Lofts at Meadowcreek
Plan preparer:
David M. Jensen, WW Associates [3040 Avemore Square Place, Charlottesville,
VA 22911]
Owner or rep.:
William Park, 1821 Avon St. Ext/Suite 200, Charlottesville, VA 22902
[wpark @pinnacleconstructionva.com] - Bluestone Land, LLC [SAME]
Plan received date:
1 July 2014
Date of comments:
6 August 2014
Reviewer:
John Anderson
Planning Coordinator:
Christopher Perez
RE: Initial Site Plan (SDP201400048)
(A site plan is a record of zoning compliance on the property. It should not include VSMP plans.)
Code Chapter 18 section 32, part of the Zoning Ordinance.
1. Update Coordination Note 5, sheet 3 — VSMP Phase I Land Clearing General Permit is not an option.
2. Update General Construction Notes for Streets, sheet 3 — Note 1 is now two notes (1 and 2). Ref. ACDSM,
p. 21 -22 [link /.pdf- hqp• / /www albemarle or /department asp ?department= cdd &rell2age =4447 ]
3. Minor: Update General Notes for ESC Plans Note 17: "Straw mulch —to be applied at 80LBS /1000SF"
4. List `D' in schedule of abbreviations, title page. `D' appears inside manhole structure symbols, sheets C -6,
C -7, and C -8.
5. Confine design of semi - circular parking area at base of entrance drive ramp and position of dumpster pad
allow waste management service vehicles sufficient space to reverse and exit. [AC Code 18- 4.12.15.e.]
6. Parking spaces to immediate right and left of parking garage entrance should be replaced with islands.
Vehicles cannot use either space without reversing. These spaces impede sight distance for vehicles
entering and exiting the parking garage. Eliminate these two spaces and replace with islands [AC Code 18-
4.12.15.f.]. Radii on islands should be 3' min.
7. Curvilinear parking spaces (exterior to parking garage) require bumper blocks or paint striping (4.12.16).
8. Handicapped parking spaces should be located on the east side of the parking facility to eliminate the need
to cross vehicle access aisle. [AC Code 18- 4.12.15.i.]
9. Sidewalks — Maximum grade is 5 %, revise sections that exceed 5% [VDOT Road Design Manual, Appendix
A, p. A -121]. Furnish P wide (min.) flat ( <_ 2 %) area at back of sidewalk leading to biofilter [VDOT Road
Design Manual, Appendix A, fig., p. A -123].
10. Relocate /revise design of SWM biofilter. Floor of proposed basin is 20 -ft from 21 -ft high retaining wall.
.Final contours (east side of basin) disappear at retaining wall. Relocate biofilter away from retaining wall.
Evaluate 100 -yr storm water surface elevation relative to retaining wall; design must eliminate influence of
subsurface saturation on retaining wall foundation. Provide a 10 -ft W (min.) maintenance strip on the west
side of biofilter, and revise biofilter side slopes to 3:1 or flatter to minimize risk to residents posed by 2:1
slopes. Show basin dimensions (L x W / floor of biofilter).
11. Furnish SCALE, sheet C -7; correct SCALE, sheet C -8.
12. Sheet C -10: Channel @ Retaining Wall detail see SCC calculations on Dwg. No. C -17 for channel lining
material and Dwg. No. C -15 for channel location. Sheets C -17, C -15 not included. Show channel location.
13. Segmental Retaining Wall Notes (1./6.; sheet C -10) are inconsistent with review and approval process.
Retaining wall design review and approval required prior to final site plan approval (see #2, below).
14. Reference to guardrail detail in SRW detail, sheet C -10, is confusing. Please clarify.
15. Sheet 15 of 16 shows building and retaining walls, East Elevation, in profile view. Retaining wall sections
Engineering Review Comments
Page 2 of 3
appear discontinuous in profile, yet continuous in plan views. Please revise or clarify.
Needed with Final Site Plan (SDP201400XXX)
Code Chapter 18, §32.6.2
1. Provide drainage easement from outfall of proposed biofilter to property line, sheet C -7.
2. Furnish retaining wall design (checklist available); high walls adjacent or near buildings, parking,
and public areas require detailed design and approval prior to final site plan approval. Show safety
railing for retaining walls over 4' high. [ACDSM, 8.B.2.a. /c.; p. 14/15 (pdf):
h=:/ /www albemarle orWdepartment asp ?doartment= cdd &relpage =4447 - checklist available].
With detailed design, furnish structural computations with original seal and signature (walls over
5' high). Include batter in plan views to represent true depth. Confirm adequate space exists
between wall and building structure for geogrid, if geogrid used.
3. Drain pipe /inlet information required (checklist available). Pipe slopes at 0.5% min. to 16% max.
(per VDOT standards for anchors over 16 %).
4. Show profile for sanitary sewer clean-out, NE corner of site. Show sanitary line profile between
building and existing sanitary sewer. Plans show retaining wall at least 17' high at this location.
[ "details for bridged utilities" — retaining wall plan checklist]
5. Confirm that New Entrance Road Pavement Section, sheet C -12, relates to garage entrance drive.
Specify how far pavement detail extends toward underground parking garage.
6. Furnish sidewalk TYP detail; garage slab detail; SWM facility access drive detail.
7. Show 4' wide (min.) sidewalk at SWM access entrance, Int. Rio Rd (2' width shown; sheet C -6).
8. Final site plan approval requires VDOT approval.
Needed with SWPPP and Pollution Prevention Plan (WPO201400XXX)
(The Virginia stormwater management program, stormwater pollution prevention plan application and
documents)
Please provide a VSMP application, a full copy of the SWPPP documents, and fees.
Link to Application:
hM://www.albemarle.orgLupload/imaizes/forms center / departments/ Cormnunit Development /forms/Ensin
Bering and WPO Forms/WPO VSMP Virginia Stormwater Management Program Application.pdfl
Link to WPO (VSMP) Application process:
hM:/ /www albemarle org�upload/images /forms center /departments /Community Development /forms/Engin
eering_and WPO Forms /WPO Application Process.pdf
Needed with VSMP: SWPPP: Stormwater Management Plan ()APO201400XXX)
1. The plan must demonstrate compliance with quality and quantity requirements using the Runoff Reduction
Method.
2. All BMP's must meet state specifications. Term `biofilter' fits no clear category in DEQ runoff reduction
spreadsheet (bioretention / infiltration). Explicit description and design required for proposed biofilter.
Adopt runoff reduction BMP descriptions: bioretention #1/ #2, infiltration #1/ #2, etc.
Link to BMP Clearinghouse: hM: / /vwrre.vt.edu/swe/
Link to post - construction non - proprietary technical specifications (Part IIB / Eff. 7/1/14):
hM://vwrre.vt.edu/sweNonProprietaUBNPs.htmi
Link to post - construction non - proprietary technical specifications (Part IIC /VSWW:
hM:/ /www deq virginia ov/Prog_rams/ Water/ StormwaterMana .zement/Publications.aspx ; AND
h :Hlis vir ig nia gov/cgi- bin /legp604.exe ?000 +reg +9VAC25 - 870 -96
Link to VDEQ Proprietary/Manufactured BMPs: hM:// vwrrc .vt.edu/swc /P`roprietguBNTs.html
Link to VDEQ New or Re- Development spreadsheets:
hM:/ /www deq virginia gov/Programs/Water/Laws Regulations Guidance /Guidance /StormwaterManagementGu
idance.aspx
3. There is record of this project in VDEQ database: General VPDES permit registration: VARl OE747 —
provide copy of General Permit registration and permit correspondence from VDEQ, for this project. ZMA
approval, 12- 11 -13, does not qualify for grandfathering under § 17- 501.C.1. Part II B technical criteria
appear to apply.
Engineering Review Comments
Page 3 of 3
4. Furnish drain inlet capacity- spread computations; furnish pipe schedule, HGL, velocity, capacity of
proposed storm drain system.
5. Furnish treatment and containment (quantity - quality) analysis for proposed SWM biofilter/Filterra units,
using Part 11 -B criteria, or Part H -C criteria, as appropriate. (General VPDES permit date of issuance may
affect which technical criteria apply AC Code §17-501)
6. Furnish plan and profile for biofilter. Include floor dimensions (L x W), forebay / main basin.
7. Furnish L -W -D details for riprap culvert outfall protection.
8. Provide SWM narrative and notes.
9. Show drainage divides.
10. Proposed Filterra units must be sized to accept and treat pervious as well as impervious runoff. Filterra at
base of parking garage drive, for example, receives runoff from grass slopes and paved areas.
11. Furnish 100% storm inlet capture at base of entrance drive to avoid flooding parking garage.
12. Provide SCS 24 -hr distribution routing calculations for SWM facilities.
13. Label and dimension all drainage structures.
14. Provide end sections on pipe outfalls (ES -1).
Needed with VSMP: SWPPP: Erosion and Sediment Control Plan (WP020140OXYX)
1. Perimeter sediment trapping measures and diversion dikes must be out of the work area, and in places
where they can be installed before grading activities commence.
2. Provide MS -19 (VESCH, Ch. 5, Engineering Calculations; p. V -97 +) downstream of proposed bio- filter,
pursuant to 9VAC -25- 840 -40 [link: b=s:Hleal.state.va.us/cai-bin/legp504.exe?000+rea+9VAC25-840-
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3. Furnish ESC at locations as needed.
4. Show limits of disturbance.
5. Show drainage divides.
Feel free to call to schedule a WPO plan review meeting. Meetings are weekly, Thursday, 2 -4pm, 30 -min intervals.
I may be reached at ianderson2pa.albemarle.org .
Please let me know if you would like an Application completeness checklist. Link to WPO/VSMP PERMIT
APPLICATION: form and content / items required [AC Code -§ 17 -401; p. 32 of .pdf / A. -J.]:
hM://www.albemarle.or,a/upload/images/Forms Center/Departments /County Attom /Forms /Albemarle County C
ode Ch17 Water Protection.pdf
Thank you-
John Anderson
ACCD — 434.296.5832 —ext. 3069
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Service Auth4r�ity
TO: Chris Perez
FROM: Alexander J. Morrison, E.I.T., Civil Engineer
DATE: July 23, 2014
RE: Site Plan Technical Review for: SDP201400048: The Lofts at Meadowcreek - Initial Site
Plan
The below checked items apply to this site.
✓ 1. This site plan is within the Authority's jurisdictional area for:
✓
A. Water and sewer
B. Water only
C. Water only to existing structure
D. Limited service
✓ 2.
An 8 (ACSA Main) inch water line is located approximately 225' distant.
3.
Fire flow from, nearest public hydrant, located distant from this site plan, is
Gpm + at 20 psi residual.
✓ 4.
An 8 inch sewer line is located approximately 0' distant.
5.
An Industrial Waste Ordinance survey form must be completed.
✓ 6.
No improvements or obstructions shall be placed within existing or future
easements.
7.
and plans are currently under review.
8.
and plans have been received and approved.
9.
No plans are required.
✓ 10.
Final water plans required for construction review and approval prior to final site
plan approval being granted.
11.
Final site plan may /may not be signed.
12.
RWSA approval for water and /or sewer connections.
13.
City of Charlottesville approval for sewer.
✓
Comments:
Relocate water connection so it is an extension of the existing watermain on.TMP #61A -29.
The proposed connection to the existing RWSA watermain in Rio Road is not an approved
connection.
Call out all fittings.
Call out water meter "To be Sized by ACSA."
Show gate valve on fire line (marks the end of ACSA ownership).
• :Call out backflow prevention.
Call out sewer lateral invert in as well as the existing invert in, invert out, lid and depth for the
manhole. Show ACSA details (found at www.serviceauthority.org ).
• Include waterline profiles.
168 Spotnap Road • Charlottesville • VA 22911 • Tel (434) 977 -4511 • Fax (434) 979 -0698
www.serviceauthority.org
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
1601 Orange Road
Culpeper, Yrglniz 22701
Charles A. Kilpatrick, P.E.
Commissioner
August 5, 2014
Mr. Christopher Perez
Senior Planner
County of Albemarle
Department of Community Development
401 McIntire Road
Charlottesville, VA 22902
Re: SDP -2014 -00048 The Lofts at Meadowcreek — Initial Site Plan
Dear Mr. Perez:
We have reviewed the initial site plan for The Lofts at Meadowcreek dated 6/23/14:as submitted by W W Associates
and offer the following comments:
1. It appears that the right of way should be adjusted at the entrance to The Lofts at Meadowcreek to
accommodate the crosswalk across the entrance.
2. There are two utility poles shown in the bus stop area that will need to be relocated.
3. Additional detail, including spot elevations, should be provided at the entrance to the stormwater
management facility to ensure positive drainage across the entrance and to clarify the transition from curb
and gutter to shoulder /roadside ditch.
4. The clear zone along Rio Road needs to be considered. It is likely that the street trees shown in the typical
sections for Rio Road will not be allowed due to clear zone restrictions.
5. The minimum width of a landscape strip between the back of curb and the sidewalk is 6' rather than the 5'
shown.
6. The pavement design for the Rio Road improvements will need to match the existing pavement structure of
Rio Road.
7. Per the 2011 AASHTO Manual, the deceleration taper for the bus stop should be at a minimum a 5:1 ratio,
or a minimum of 50' rather than the 30' shown. Please refer to page 4 -69 in the AASHTO Manual.
8. Rather than only showing the details from the Work Area Protection Manual, it would be helpful to also
show the sign locations and channelizing in plan view, to scale for this project.
9. The parking spaces located closest to Rio Road do not appear to meet the minimum throat length as defined
in Appendix F of the Road Design Manual.
If additional information is needed concerning this project, please do not hesitate to contact me at (434) 422 -9782.
Sincerely,
M41
Troy Austin, P.E.
Area Land Use Engineer
Culpeper District
WE KEEP VIRGINIA MOVING