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HomeMy WebLinkAboutSDP201500063 Review Comments Initial Site Plan 2016-01-29 (2)ALg�� � �'IRGINZP County of Albemarle Department of Community Development 401 McIntire Road, Charlottesville, VA, 22902 Phone 434 - 296 -5832 Memorandum To: Scott Collins (scott @ collins - engineering.com) From: Ellie Ray, CLA, Senior Planner Division: Planning Date: January 29, 2016 Subject: SDP201500063 Hollymead Town Center Block C3 and C4 — Initial Site Plan Fax 434 - 972 -4126 The County of Albemarle Planning Division will recommend approval of the plan referenced above once the following comments 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.): [Each comment is preceded by the applicable reference, which is to the Subdivision /Zoning Ordinances unless otherwise specified.] 1. [32.5.2(a)] Some of the proffers are missing on Sheet 2; provide a comprehensive list of all proffers. 2. [32.5.2(a)] If any variations are approved that impact this application, list them on the cover sheet. 3. [32.5.2(a)] Provide a north point on Sheet 4. 4. [32.5.2(a) & COD] Dimension the distance between the right -of -way and all proposed buildings. A variation to modify the setback to a maximum of 10' is under review. The variation must be approved by the Board of Supervisors prior to conditional approval of the Initial Site Plan. 5. [32.5.2(a) & COD] Provide information regarding the Spatial Enclosure requirement in the COD; building heights must be provided to verify the Spatial Enclosure requirement listed under the Architectural Standards on page 22 of the COD is satisfied. 6. [32.5.2(b) & COD] Clarify if this application covers all of Block C3, and if not, provide a note on the plan indicating that this application is only for a portion of that Block. 7. [32.5.2(b) & COD] Clarify what is meant by "3 Unit TH" on the buildings labeled "Townhome Building" in Block C3. These may be considered multi - family units; Zoning will make that determination once more information is provided. If so, this block will need to be included in the variation request currently under review as that request only included allowing multi - family units in Blocks C4, C2 and D2. If a variation is necessary, it must be approved by the Board of Supervisors prior to conditional approval of the Initial Site Plan. 8. [32.5.2(b) & COD] A variation is currently under review to allow multi - family units in Block C4. As indicated in staff comments on the variation request, a revised Table D needs to be provided for review. The variation must be approved by the Board of Supervisors prior to conditional approval of the Initial Site Plan. 9. [32.5.2(b) & COD] If multi - family units are allowed, clarify the number proposed; the number of one - bedroom units listed on the Cover Sheet (26) is not consistent with the layout shown (20). 10. [32.5.2(b) & COD] Add Blocks C2 and D2 to the table at the bottom of the Cover Sheet to provide comprehensive tracking of all residential units within A -2. 11. [32.5.2(b) & COD] Provide the gross residential density for both this application and for A -2 overall. 12. [32.5.2(b) & COD] Provide the actual maximum height of the proposed structures, not simply the number of stories. 13. [32.5.2(b)] The number of units proposed is inconsistent throughout the plan set; revise the parking requirement to be consistent with the actual number of units proposed. 14. [32.5.2(c)] If phasing is proposed, provide phase lines and the proposed timing of development. 15. [32.5.2(1)] Clarify if all improvements shown for Meeting Street and Lockwood Drive are approved and constructed. All improvements shown or required by the COD for these roads, including sidewalks and street trees, must be built or bonded prior to Final Plan approval (See page 30 -31 in the COD). 16. [32.5.2(1)] Clarify which improvements for Meeting Street and Lockwood Drive are existing and which are proposed (and label accordingly); the plan is difficult to decipher. 17. [32.5.2(i)] Provide the right -of -way and pavement widths for both Meeting Street and Lockwood Drive. 18. [32.5.2(i)] Clearly indicate the location of the proposed 10' additional dedication for Lockwood Drive. A boundary line adjustment plat must be submitted to adjust the boundary lines and dedicate the right -of -way. 19. [32.5.2(1)] Clarify if the `travelway' between Meeting Street and Lockwood Drive is an extension of Community Street; if so, label it as such and provide a private street easement. 20. [32.5.2(k)] Verify that all existing easements for water, sewer and drainage facilities have been shown on the plan, including the associated Deed Book and Page Number. 21. [32.5.2(k)] Verify that all necessary easements for proposed water, sewer and drainage facilities have been shown on the plan. 22. [32.5.2(1)] Provide the location of any other existing or proposed utilities and utility easements including telephone, cable, electric and gas. 23. [32.5.2(n)] The SF numbers provided on the buildings on the site plan sheet are larger in sum than the `Buildings' area listed under Land Areas on the Cover Sheet; provide the maximum footprint for all proposed buildings and make sure the information is consistent throughout the plan set. 24. [32.5.2(n)] Clarify if a dumpster is proposed; one label says `trash' and another says ` dumpster'. 25. [32.5.2(n) & COD (pg 36)] Provide a detail for the dumpster /trash enclosure. 26. [32.5.2(n) & 4.12.16(c)1] Where 20' drive aisles are proposed, minimum 10' width parking spaces are required. Revise the plan to provide 24' wide drive aisles or provide 10' wide parking spaces. 27. [32.5.2(n)] Clarify what appears to be steps between the sidewalk behind the townhome buildings and the buildings themselves and label appropriately. 28. [32.5.2(p) & 32.7.9.4(d)] Provide a landscape plan documenting how all landscape requirements are being satisfied. 29. [32.5.2(p), 32.7.9.5 and COD] Street trees are required along all existing streets; all improvements required for Meeting Street and Lockwood Drive, including sidewalks and street trees, must be built or bonded prior to Final Plan approval. 30. [32.5.2(p) & COD] When a parking lot of four or more spaces is located such that parked cars will be visible from a public street or an adjacent residential use, a 3' hedge or fence shall be provided. The proposed parking lot will be visible from Meeting Street and Lockwood Drive; provide the required screening in the island between what looks to be Community Street and the parking. 2 31. [32.5.2(r)] Provide a complete legend of symbols and abbreviations, including hatch patterns. 32. [Proffer #1] Affordable Housing. A minimum of 20% of the residential units must be affordable, and 40% of those must be `for sale' units. Zoning has determined that since this plan proposes apartments, 40% do not have to be `for sale' units, but later phases of HTC A -2 must include enough `for sale' units to provide 40% of the overall affordable units as `for sale' units. 33. [Proffer #2 & 32.5.2(b)] Road Improvements. Proffer 2 indicates that Meeting Street from Town Center Drive to the northern boundary of Area A will have two northbound and two southbound travel lanes. It goes on the say that "initially one lane in each direction may be used as on- street parking" This application proposes using on- street parking along Meeting Street to meet the parking requirement. Since Meeting Street is intended to eventually have two travel lanes in each direction, the on- street parking may be temporary, leaving this project and Blocks C2 and D2 in violation of the parking requirement. While the site plans may be approved using on- street parking, these spaces (28 spaces on this site plan and 33 spaces for Blocks C2 and D2) should be accommodated in the remaining blocks of Area A -2 in close proximity to these blocks. There may also be a possibility of applying for a parking requirement reduction for these blocks once the public transit stops (proffer #3) are constructed. Include a note on the plan indicating that the on- street parking spaces may be temporary and will be planned for in the remaining Blocks of HTC Area A -2. 34. [Proffer #3] Public Transit Stop Construction. Two public transit stops are required to be constructed within Area A -2. The locations of the transit stops shall be approved by the Director of Planning prior to approval of the first subdivision plat or site plan. The locations shall be identified on the application plan. Consult with the Director of Planning regarding the locations of the transit stops. 35. [Proffer #5] Greenway. The owner shall complete the improvements shown on the Application Plan and shall dedicate the Powell Creek Greenway to the County at the time of the first site plan or subdivision plat approval. 36. [Proffer #9] Critical slopes, Erosion and Sediment Control and Stormwater Management. Engineering will verify that this proffer is met with the WPO application. Staff has provided references to provisions of Chapter 18 of the Code of the County of Albemarle. The Code is kept up to date by the County Attorney's office. The Code may found on the County Attorney's website which may be found under "Departments and Services" at Albemarle.org. Please contact Ellie Ray in the Planning Division by using eray(@albemarle.orp or 434 - 296 -5832 ext. 3432 for further information.