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SDP201600018
SubApplication Type:
Better Living Berkmar - Initial
Initial Site Plan
Date Completed:05/02/2016
Reviewer:Christopher Perez CDD Planning
Review Status:Requested Changes
Reviews Comments:
Division:
Date Completed:04/05/2016
Reviewer:Andrew Slack CDD E911
Review Status:No Objection
Reviews Comments:No objection.
Division:
Date Completed:05/04/2016
Reviewer:Joel DeNunzio VDOT
Review Status:Requested Changes
Reviews Comments:
Division:
Date Completed:05/03/2016
Reviewer:Robbie Gilmer Fire Rescue
Review Status:Requested Changes
Reviews Comments:Based on plans dated 3/21/16.
1. Please add a note to the plans " Knox Box required, please contact Albemarle County Fire
Marshal office for location"
2. Fire Flow test required before final approval.
3. Hydrant spacing shall be a maximum of 400' per travel way. Please add a hydrant to the larger
island as you enter the loading & Storage area.
4. FDC shall be located on the address side of the structure.
5. FDC shall have a hydrant with 100' per travel way. This will require a second hydrant located on
Berkmar at the entrance.
6. Structures over 30' in height require aerial truck access of 26' clear travel way. Please increase the
travel way in the east parking lot to 26'. The travel lane to the north of the structure is already 26', but
it shows a grade of 10% and our aerial trucks can only overcome 8% front to back.
Division:
Date Completed:05/02/2016
Reviewer:Alexander Morrison ACSA
Review Status:Requested Changes
Reviews Comments:
From: Alexander Morrison [mailto:amorrison@serviceauthority.org]
Sent: Monday, May 02, 2016 3:30 PM
To: Christopher Perez <cperez@albemarle.org>
Subject: SDP201600018: Better Living Berkmar - Initial Site Plan
Chris,
I have reviewed the above referenced application and have the following comments:
• Construction submittal to the ACSA will be required at the final site plan stage. Submit 3
copies of the plan along with water and sewer data sheets to the ACSA, Attn: Michael Vieira, PE.
• RWSA review and approval of the water connection is required.
• 2 fire hydrants will be required to meet the fire code. Per Fire/ Rescue, one shall be placed in
the large island in the parking lot and the second shall be placed on the address side of Building A.
• During the construction review the ACSA will determine the what sections of the proposed
sewer will be public.
Alexander J. Morrison, P.E.
Civil Engineer
Albemarle County Service Authority
168 Spotnap Road
Charlottesville, Virginia 22911
(O) 434-977-4511 Ext. 116
(C) 434-981-5577
(F) 434-979-0698
Division:
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• Construction submittal to the ACSA will be required at the final site plan stage. Submit 3
copies of the plan along with water and sewer data sheets to the ACSA, Attn: Michael Vieira, PE.
• RWSA review and approval of the water connection is required.
• 2 fire hydrants will be required to meet the fire code. Per Fire/ Rescue, one shall be placed in
the large island in the parking lot and the second shall be placed on the address side of Building A.
• During the construction review the ACSA will determine the what sections of the proposed
sewer will be public.
Alexander J. Morrison, P.E.
Civil Engineer
Albemarle County Service Authority
168 Spotnap Road
Charlottesville, Virginia 22911
(O) 434-977-4511 Ext. 116
(C) 434-981-5577
(F) 434-979-0698
Date Completed:05/05/2016
Reviewer:Patricia Saternye CDD ARB
Review Status:Requested Changes
Reviews Comments:The Better Living Initial Site Plan is scheduled for the May 16, 2016 ARB meeting. The ARB Staff
Report can be accessed under ARB201600039 in County View.
Division:
Date Completed:04/20/2016
Reviewer:Jay Schlothauer CDD Inspections
Review Status:Requested Changes
Reviews Comments:Based on plans dated March 21, 2016.
Based on the total number of parking spaces (79), a total of four barrier-free parking spaces are
required. Provide two more barrier-free parking spaces, with associated striped access aisle and
curb cut.
Division:
Date Completed:04/25/2016
Reviewer:Matthew Wentland CDD Engineering
Review Status:See Recommendations
Reviews Comments:Based on plans dated 03-21-2016:
1. A WPO submittal will be required containing ESC and SWM plans and a SWPPP [17-300, 17-301].
2. In managed slopes, the maximum retaining wall height is 6' with a minimum 3' separation between
tiered walls [18.30.7.5(a)].
3. Provide a barrier/guardrail where retaining walls are next to travelways.
4. Provide gutters where necessary to control or direct stormwater runoff [18.4.12.15(g)].
Division:
Date Completed:08/03/2016
Reviewer:Christopher Perez CDD Planning
Review Status:Requested Changes
Reviews Comments:
Division:
Date Completed:06/23/2016
Reviewer:Andrew Slack CDD E911
Review Status:No Objection
Reviews Comments:No Objection.
Division:
Date Completed:07/08/2016
Reviewer:Matthew Wentland CDD Engineering
Review Status:See Recommendations
Based on plans dated 06-13-2016, the following comments should be addressed on the final site plan
and the VSMP plan:
1. A WPO submittal will be required containing ESC and SWM plans and a SWPPP [17-300, 17-301].
2. Provide a barrier/guardrail where retaining walls are next to travelways.
3. Provide curb & gutter where necessary to control or direct stormwater runoff [18.4.12.15(g)].
4. The County recommends acquiring temporary easements when work takes place within 5' of the
propery line.
5. The condition and adequacy of the existing storm sewer may need to be verified for the VSMP
submittal.
6. The runoff south of Buildings C & D may need to be directed to an adequate channel or converted
to sheet flow.
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Reviews Comments:Based on plans dated 06-13-2016, the following comments should be addressed on the final site plan
and the VSMP plan:
1. A WPO submittal will be required containing ESC and SWM plans and a SWPPP [17-300, 17-301].
2. Provide a barrier/guardrail where retaining walls are next to travelways.
3. Provide curb & gutter where necessary to control or direct stormwater runoff [18.4.12.15(g)].
4. The County recommends acquiring temporary easements when work takes place within 5' of the
propery line.
5. The condition and adequacy of the existing storm sewer may need to be verified for the VSMP
submittal.
6. The runoff south of Buildings C & D may need to be directed to an adequate channel or converted
to sheet flow.
Date Completed:06/20/2016
Reviewer:Jay Schlothauer CDD Inspections
Review Status:No Objection
Reviews Comments:Based on plans revised June 13, 2016.
No further comments or conditions.
Division:
Date Completed:07/18/2016
Reviewer:Adam Moore VDOT
Review Status:Requested Changes
Reviews Comments:
Division:
Date Completed:07/11/2016
Reviewer:Robbie Gilmer Fire Rescue
Review Status:Requested Changes
Reviews Comments:Based on plans dated 6/13/16.
1. Please add a note to the plans " Knox Box required, please contact Albemarle County Fire
Marshal office for location"
2. Fire Flow test required before final approval.
3. Hydrant spacing shall be a maximum of 400' per travel way. Please add a hydrant to the larger
island as you enter the loading & Storage area.
4. FDC shall be located on the address side of the structure.
5. FDC shall have a hydrant with 100' per travel way. This will require a second hydrant located on
Berkmar at the entrance.
6. Structures over 30' in height require aerial truck access of 26' clear travel way. Please increase the
travel way in the east parking lot to 26'. The travel lane to the north of the structure is already 26', but
it shows a grade of 10% and our aerial trucks can only over come 8% front to back.
Division:
Date Completed:07/25/2016
Reviewer:Alexander Morrison ACSA
Review Status:No Objection
Reviews Comments:
Division:
Date Completed:07/11/2016
Reviewer:Patricia Saternye CDD ARB
Review Status:See Recommendations
Reviews Comments:The Better Living Initial Site Plan is scheduled for the August 1, 2016 ARB meeting. The ARB Staff
Report will be able to be accessed under ARB201600039 in County View on or before the ARB
meeting date.
Division:
Date Completed:08/19/2016
Ron HigginsPage:3 of 4 County of Albemarle Printed On:March 21, 2017
Reviewer:Ron Higgins CDD Zoning
Review Status:No Objection
Reviews Comments:
Division:
Date Completed:09/23/2016
Reviewer:Christopher Perez CDD Zoning
Review Status:No Objection
Reviews Comments:
Division:
Date Completed:09/13/2016
Reviewer:Adam Moore VDOT
Review Status:Requested Changes
Reviews Comments:From: Christopher Perez
Sent: Wednesday, September 14, 2016 7:33 AM
To: 'Justin Shimp, P.E.' <justin@shimp-engineering.com>
Cc: 'Moore, Adam PE (VDOT)' <Adam.Moore@vdot.virginia.gov>
Subject: SDP201600018 Better Living Berkmar - Initial Site Plan
Justin,
SDP201600018 Better Living Berkmar - Initial Site Plan
It appears that Adam Moore of VDOT has been trying to contact you to discuss their July 18, 2016
comments, specifically the shared access comment #5. They have been unable to get ahold of you
for this conversation but have had a couple discussions with me about this comment. They have also
had discussions with Rachel Falkenstein about this item as well. She is the reviewer for the rezoning
for Wood/Von Storch (ZMA2016-9) located on TMP 45-112E, to which a similar comment was
provided to her on the rezoning.
After some discussions w/ Adam about what the comment actually means and whether or not it was
a requirement or a recommendation, he has issued a revised comment letter, see attached. This
comment letter has also been uploaded to Countyview. Notably this does not appear to interfere with
the special exceptions moving forward on the Oct 12th agenda; rather, it seems to actually add to the
justification for approval.
Christopher P. Perez | Senior Planner
Department of Community Development |County of Albemarle, Virginia
401 McIntire Road | Charlottesville, VA 22902
434.296.5832 ext. 3443
Division:
Date Completed:09/27/2016
Reviewer:Patricia Saternye CDD ARB
Review Status:No Objection
Reviews Comments:
Division:
Date Completed:09/28/2016
Reviewer:Christopher Perez CDD Planning
Review Status:Requested Changes
Reviews Comments:Initial site plan has been approved w/ conditions 9-28-16
Division:
Date Completed:10/12/2016
Reviewer:Christopher Perez CDD Planning
Review Status:Approved
Reviews Comments:
Division:
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COUNTY OF ALBEMARLE
Department of Community Development
401 McIntire Road,North Wing
Charlottesville,Virginia 22902-4596
Phone(434)296-5832 Fax(434)972-4126
September 28,2016
Justin Shimp,Shimp Engineering
201 E.Main Street, Suite M
Charlottesville VA 22902
SDP201600018 Better Living Berkmar-Initial Site Plan
Mr. Shimp,
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.
In accordance with Chapter 18 Section 32.4.2.8 Early or Mass Grading may be permitted after the following
approvals are received:
1. ARB conditions to be satisfied prior to issuance of a grading permit: "If existing trees are to be utilized for
screening or any other EC requirements label them as preserved',provide tree protection fencing and
speck the individual tree locations, canopy limits, caliper and species."
2. Submittal of a tree conservation checklist with areas for tree preservation identified.
3. Engineering approval of a VSMP plan meeting the requirements of Chapter 17 of the Code of the County
of Albemarle.
4. Approval of all easements for facilities for stormwater management and drainage control.
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$1,613.
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.
The Department of Community Development shall not accept submittal of the final site plan for signature until
tentative approvals for the attached conditions from the following agencies/reviewers have been obtained:
SRC Members:
Albemarle County Planning Services(Planner)-3 copies [Christopher Perez ext 3443]
Albemarle County Planning Services(ARB)- 1 copy[Paty Saternye ext. 3250]
Albemarle County Engineering Services(Engineer)- 1 copy[Matthew Wentland ext 3458]
Albemarle County Information Services(E911)- 1 copy[Andrew Slack ext 3384]
Albemarle County Department of Fire Rescue- 1 copy[Robbie Gilmer 434-296-5833]
Virginia Department of Transportation- 1 copy[Adam Moore 434-422-9894]
Albemarle County Building inspections— 1 copy[Jay Schlothauer ext 3228]
Albemarle County Service Authority(ACSA)- 1 copy[Alex Morrison 434-977-4511 ext 116]
If you have any questions about these conditions or the submittal requirements please feel free to contact me at
Extension 3443,cperez@albemarle.org.
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Senior Planner
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County of Albemarle
Department of Community Development
401 McIntire Road,
Charlottesville,VA,22902
Phone 434-296-5832 Fax 434-972-4126
Memorandum
To: Justin Shimp
From: Christopher P.Perez,Senior Planner
Division: Planning
Date: September 28,2016
Subject: SDP201600018 Better Living Berkmar-Initial Site Plan
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. A site plan meeting all the requirements of section 32.6 of Chapter 18 of the Code.
2. [32.7.2.1] Vehicular access to site. Each entrance onto any public street shall be designed and constructed as required
by the standards of the Virginia Department of Transportation(VDOT).VDOT approval of the entrance to the site
shall be required prior to final site plan approval(see attached Sept 13,2016 VDOT comments).
[21.7,4.20(a)2]Front-maximum setbacks. Building'A' does not meet the maximum 30 foot front setback from
Berkmar Drive.The applicant has requested a special exception(SE)to this requirement of the ordinance.Prior to final
site plan approval the applicant shall receive approval of the SE by the Board of Supervisors(BOS)or redesign the site
to meet the maximum front setback. This item is scheduled for the Oct 12, 2016 BOS meeting.If approved on sheet 1
list all special exceptions that were approved along with the date of approval. Cylwitrei re. -
ve [21.7,4.20(a)3] Side setback. Storage Shed D is located closer than 50 feet from the adjacent residentially zoned
properties of TMP 45-112&45-112E.Also,there are 18 proposed parking spaces located closer than 20 feet to these
residentially zoned parcels.The applicant has requested a SE to the side setback requirement of the ordinance.Prior to
final site plan approval the applicant shall receive approval of the SE by the BOS or redesign the site to meet the side
setbacks. This item is scheduled for the Oct 12, 2016 BOS meeting.If approved on sheet 1 list all special exceptions
that were approved along with the date of approval. (AIN fkotka f o-i;--/6
/. [21.7(c)]Buffer zone adjacent to residential districts. Improvements(18 parking spaces,grading,retaining walls,and
street tree plantings)are proposed within the 20 foot undisturbed buffer between the residentially zoned parcels of
TMP 45-112&45-112E and the site.The applicant has requested a SE to the buffer requirement of the ordinance.
Prior to final site plan approval the applicant shall receive approval of the SE by the BOS or redesign the site to meet
the buffer requirements. This item is scheduled for the Oct 12, 2016 BOS meeting. If approved on sheet 1 list all special
exceptions that were approved along with the date of approval. Reid /6-0-4
6. [32.5.2(a),4.2.1,4.2.2(b)] General information. Portions of this development are proposed on TMP 45-68C1 (0.16
acres)and TMP 45-112A(0.715 acres),which rely on a boundary line adjustment(BLA)with these properties.Prior to
final site plan approval the lot line adjustments shall take place on a subdivision plat to be reviewed by the County,
approved,and then recorded in the Clerk's Office.The DB page information of this action shall be provided on the
final site plan.
7. [32.5.2(k),32.7.5.1,4.1] Water and sewer facilities. As part of the BLA of TMP 45-112A the reduced parcel will be
reviewed to assure it contains adequate sewer and water services onsite. If the existing home is without either of these,
it shall be required to connect to public water and/or public sewer as it is located in the jurisdictional area of the
County.In order to not connect to both of these,the applicant shall provide a completed application for an exemption.
Prior to BLA approval,the exemption shall be reviewed and a finding shall be made to either approve or deny the
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request.If the request is denied then public water and sewer shall be provided onsite and ACSA shall review/approve
this aspect of the proposal.If the exemption request is approved to not provide public sewer and/or public water,the
Health Department will be required to review/approve the BLA to assure adequate septic&water systems are provided
onsite.
8. [32.5.2(i)]Easements. Improvements are proposed within the existing publically dedicated access easement(DB 1429
PG 122).The applicant proposes to relocate the easement in a New 15' VDOT access easement as depicted on TMP
04500-00-00-068C1.The easement shall be platted prior to final site plan approval.The plat shall be reviewed by the
County&VDOT,approved,and then recorded in the Clerk's Office,the DB page information of this action shall be
provided on the final site plan.
9. 132.5.1(c)] As proposed offsite grading is taking place on TMP 45-68C1 and TMP 45-68A.All offsite grading
easements shall be applied for/reviewed/approved/recorded prior to final site plan approval.
10. [32.5.2(k)]Proposed sewer&water facilities. The proposed sanitary sewer line is located on TMP 45-68C1 and 45-
68A.The final site plan shall depict the entire extent of this easement on these properties from where the line originates
along Route 29 to where it connects to Building A.Also,the proposed water connection for this site is located on TMP
45-112E.All offsite water and sewer easements shall 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. [32.5.2(j)]Existing sewer and drainage facilities. Label,dimension,and depict the existing and proposed water and
sewer facilities and easements.
12. [32.7.2.3]Sidewalks and other pedestrian walkways. Are customers permitted within Building C?If so,it is suggested
the applicant provide pedestrians a safe and convenient walkway/marked path from the parking area to the building.
13. [32.5.2(b)]Proposed use. Some aspects of the proposal which are depicted on the initial site plan do not match what is
proposed/depicted on the ARB submission and vice-versa.For example: 1)the extent of the screening fence along the
northern property line 2)evergreen screening along the northern property line(25 plantings of eastern arborvitae&4
plantings of pin oaks). Prior to final site plan approval the differences between the two plans shall be rectified and
properly depicted on the final site plan.
14. [4.12.15(g)] Curb and Gutter. Provide curb and gutter in the parking area and along the travelways.
15. [32.5.2(a)] General Information. Throughout the plan depict the zoning and the current uses of all abutting parcels
(specifically the residentially zoned properties TMP 45-112&45-112E).
16. [32.5.2(n)]Existing and proposed improvements. If there is to be a sign for the proposed use,on the final site plan
depict and label the sign location. (Depicting the sign on the final site plan is not approval of the sign location or type).
17. [32.5.2(a)] Approval from the ARB is required prior to final site plan approval.See attached ARB review comments.
18. [Comment] The screening fence is blocking access to the stormwater treatment area.For maintenance purposes assure
there is a way to access this area of the site.
19. [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 complete landscape plan in accordance with[Sec. 32.7.9]
Please contact Christopher P.Perez in the Planning Division by using cperez(c//albemarle.org or 434-296-5832 ext. 3443
for further information.
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Phone 434-296-5832
County of Albemarle
Department of Community Development
401 McIntire Road,
Charlottesville, VA, 22902
Memorandum
Fax 434-972-4126
To:
Christopher Perez
From:
Paty Saternye, Senior Planner
Division:
ARB
Date:
September 27, 2016
Subject:
SDP201500039 Better Living — Initial Site Plan
I have reviewed the revised Initial Site Plan submittal against the requirements and recommendations approved
by the Architectural Review Board on August 15, 2016, and offer the following comments:
Prior to Initial Plan approval
1. Revise the plan to clearly show the limits of the "Loading & Storage Area", with hatching or other
method. If the storage area extends to the north side of "Building B Open Shed" provide additional
screening along the north side of the parcel to eliminate visibility of this area, or submit an application
for a special use permit.
Revl : Comment Addressed. Limits of the loading and storage area have been shown as dashed
lines with labels.
2. Screening of the storage area may be provided by walls, plantings or fencing, or a combination of these.
When accomplished by new vegetation, do not provide the screening in rigid rows. Instead provide a
less formal layout and include multiple species to blend with the surrounding area. At a minimum
provide evergreen shrubs 24" at planting along the chain link fence adjacent to the stormwater
management area.
Revl : Comment Addressed. Screening is being accomplished with buildings and a 16' tall
concrete wall.
3. If existing trees are to be utilized for screening or any other EC requirements label them as `preserved',
provide tree protection fencing and specify the individual tree locations, canopy limits, caliper and
species.
Rev1: Comment Addressed. No existing trees are being utilized for screening and therefore do
not need to be preserved.
4. Expand the wording of the note under "Proposed Use" on the coversheet to say, "Items stored within the
outdoor storage area shall not exceed the height of the landscaping, or other methods of screening
installed, and shall not be visible from the Entrance Corridor."
Rev1: Comment Addressed. The note has been revised.
5. Indicate on the plan the walls of the buildings and sheds that will be open.
Rev1: Comment Addressed. Labels have been provided specifying which sides of the sheds are
open.
6. If existing trees to remain are not to be "preserved" then do not include them in any EC required
landscaping.
Revl : Comment Addressed. No existing trees are being utilized to meet EC required landscaping
and therefore o not need to be preserved.
Please contactPat er�ye in the Planning Division by using psaternye(a�albemarle.org or 434-296-5832 ext.
3250 for further inf r atifin.
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September 26, 2016
Paty Saternye
Albemarle County
Department of Community Development
401 McIntire Road
Charlottesville,VA 22902
Regarding: SDP201600018—Better Living-Berkmar
Dear Paty,
Thank you for your review of the Initial Site Plan for Better Living-Berkmar.We have reviewed and revised
the plan per your comments dated August 19,2016. See below for detailed responses to each of the comments.
1. The plan has been revised to clearly show the limits of the"Loading and Storage Area". Additional screening
has been added along the north side of the parcel to eliminate visibility of this area.
2. Screening of the storage area has been provided as requested.
3. No existing trees are being used to meet the screening or any other EC requirement.
4. The note under"Proposed Use"has been revised as requested.
5. Each building and shed has been labeled to indicate the location of open walls, if any.
6. No existing trees are being used to meet any EC requirement.
If you have any questions or concerns about these revisions please feel free to call me at
(434)227-5140 and we can discuss any questions that you may have in further detail.
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Ju yn Shimp,
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Charles A. Kilpatrick, P.E.
Commissioner
COMMONWEALTH of VIRGINIA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
1601 Orange Road
Culpeper. Virginia 22701
September 13, 2016
County of Albemarle
Department of Community Development
401 McIntire Road
Charlottesville, VA 22902
Attn: Christopher Perez
Re: Better Living Berkmar Drive- Initial site plan
SDP -2016-00018
Review #2 REVISED
Dear Mr. Perez:
The Department of Transportation, Charlottesville Residency Transportation and Land Use
Section, has reviewed the above referenced plan as submitted by Shimp Engineering, dated
March 6, 2016, with a revision date of June 13, 2016 and offers the following comments:
Land Use
1. Please provide sight distance lines on the plans as well as the landscape plan sheet.
Additionally please provide a sight distance profile on the plans.
2. Please see Road Design Manual appendix F -Access Management design standards for
entrances and Intersections, figure 4-10 commercial entrance design. Provide a right turn
lane warrant analysis as shown in F-96. Please refer to F-109 to provide the appropriate
design vehicle and turning radius by land use.
3. Please conform to the pavement widening WP -2, 302_02 in the 2008 Road and Bridge
standards.
4. Please provide Route number, Street name, Speed limit, and Right of Way width on all
plan sheets.
5. Virginia Code 24VAC30-70-120 requires commercial entrances be shared with only
limited exceptions. The applicant shall arrange to share a commercial entrance with the
neighboring parcel owned by the Wood/Von Storch partnership and prepare for this
entrance to be the sole access point for both properties. One acceptable arrangement
would be to provide an access easement to the property line to allow access to the
neighboring parcel through the currently proposed layout.
Please note that the final site plan must show conformance with the VDOT Road Design
Manual Appendices B (1) and F, as well as any other applicable standards, regulations, or
other requirements.
September 13, 2016
Mr. Perez
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Please provide two copies of the revised plan along with a comment response letter. If further
information is desired, please contact Willis C. Bedsaul at 434-422-9866.
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
Sincerely,
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Adam J. Moore, P.E.
Area Land Use Engineer
Charlottesville Residency
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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 19, 2016 •
Justin Shimp/Shimp Engineering
201 East Main Street, Ste M
Charlottesville VA 22906
RE: ARB201600039 Better Living—Berkmar
Dear Mr. Shimp,
At its meeting on Monday, August 15, 2016, the Albemarle County Architectural Review Board, by a vote
of 3:0 voted to forward the following recommendations on the above-noted Initial Site Development Plan
to the agent for the Site Review Committee:
• Regarding requirements to satisfy the design guidelines as per§ 18-30.6.4(2), (3)and(5):
A Certificate of Appropriateness is required prior to final site plan approval.
1. Revise the plan to clearly show the limits of the"Loading& Storage Area",with hatching
or other method. If the storage area extends to the north side of`Building B Open Shed"
provide additional screening along the north side of the parcel to eliminate visibility of this
area.
2. Screening of the storage area may be provided by walls, plantings or fencing, or a
combination of these. When accomplished by new vegetation, do not provide the
screening in rigid rows. Instead provide a less formal layout and include multiple species
to blend with the surrounding area. At a minimum provide evergreen shrubs 24"at
planting along the chain link fence adjacent to the stormwater management area.
3. If existing trees are to be utilized for screening or any other EC requirements label them as
`preserved', provide tree protection fencing and specify the individual tree locations,
canopy limits,caliper and species.
4. Expand the wording of the note under"Proposed Use"on the coversheet to say, "Items
stored within the outdoor storage area shall not exceed the height of the landscaping, or
other methods of screening installed, and shall not be visible from the Entrance Corridor."
5. Indicate on the plan the walls of the buildings and sheds that will be open.
6. Eliminate visibility of any mechanical equipment from the EC. Specify the location of
mechanical equipment, and method of screening utilized for them, on the site plan.
7. Add the standard mechanical equipment note to the architectural plans.
8. Provide details on how the"Roll Off Dumpster"will be screened from the EC or specify
in the site plan that the"Roll Off Dumpster" will be kept within the designated "Loading
and Storage Areas"at all times.
9. Label the stormwater pond that is located east of"Storage Shed E".
10. Provide landscaping to integrate the stormwater areas, on the east and west sides of
"Storage Shed E", into the landscape.
11. Provide proposed topographical information for the "Proposed Storm Water Treatment
Area"at the northeast corner of"Building C".
12. Provide evergreen shrubs 24"minimum at planting along the north side of the northern
travelway. Update the landscaping calculations to reflect the additional shrubs.
13. Consider providing native plants on the proposed graded slope.
14. Add plants on the terraced retaining walls.
15. Modify the label on the retaining wall to be "James River"color.
16. Provide a material &color sample for this type of retaining wall.
17. If existing trees to remain are not to be"preserved"then do not include them in any EC
required landscaping.
• Regarding recommendations on the plan as it relates to the guidelines:
None
„c-N • Regarding recommended conditions of initial plan approval:
Prior to Initial Plan approval
1. Revise the plan to clearly show the limits of the"Loading& Storage Area", with hatching
c4 or other method. If the storage area extends to the north side of"Building B Open Shed"
provide additional screening along the north side of the parcel to eliminate visibility of this
area, or submit an application for a special use permit.
2. Screening of the storage area may be provided by walls, plantings or fencing, or a
combination of these. When accomplished by new vegetation, do not provide the
screening in rigid rows. Instead provide a less formal layout and include multiple species
to blend with the surrounding area. At a minimum provide evergreen shrubs 24"at
planting along the chain link fence adjacent to the stormwater management area.
4 3. If existing trees are to be utilized for screening or any other EC requirements label them as
`preserved', provide tree protection fencing and specify the individual tree locations,
a
y, canopy limits, caliper and species.
F4. Expand the wording of the note under"Proposed Use"on the coversheet to say, "Items
stored within the outdoor storage area shall not exceed the height of the landscaping,or
other methods of screening installed, and shall not be visible from the Entrance Corridor."
5. Indicate on the plan the walls of the buildings and sheds that will be open.
6. If existing trees to remain are not to be"preserved"then do not include them in any EC
required landscaping.
• Regarding conditions to be satisfied prior to issuance of a grading permit:
If existing trees are to be utilized for screening or any other EC requirements label them as `preserved',
provide tree protection fencing and specify the individual tree locations, canopy limits, caliper and
species.
You may submit your application for continued ARB review at your earliest convenience.Application forms,
checklists and schedules are available on-line at www.albemarle.org/ARB. Please be certain that your ARB
submittal addresses the above-noted issues.
If you have any questions concerning any of the above, please feel free to call me.
Sincerely,
Patricia SLLaterny ✓✓00
Senior Plann
cc: B Properties
PO BOX 7627
Charlottesville VA 22906
Phone 434-296-5832
County of Albemarle
Department of Community Development
401 McIntire Road,
Charlottesville, VA, 22902
Memorandum
Fax 434-972-4126
To:
Justin Shimp
From:
Christopher P. Perez, Senior Planner
Division:
Planning
Date:
August 3, 2016
Subject:
SDP201600018 Better Living Berkmar - Initial Site Plan
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. [Comment] Pay the public notification fee of $215 prior to any further review/action of the plan.
2. [32.5.2(p), 32.7.9.2(b), 30.6.31 Proposed use. Pursuant to Section 30.6.3, Outdoor Storage located in and visible from
the Entrance Corridor (EC) requires a Special Use Permit (SP). If the outdoor storage is completely screened and is
determined by the Architectural Review Board (ARB) not to be visible from the EC, then a SP is not required. If ARB
determines it to be visible from the EC then a SP shall be required prior to approval of the initial site plan.
Based on the above, address all ARB comments required for them to verify the storage yard will not be visibility from
the EC. The August 1St ARB meeting was canceled because they did not have a quorum of representatives. Once the
meeting is rescheduled please attend that meeting.
3. [21.7, 4.20(a)21 Front -maximum setbacks. Building `A' does not meet the maximum 30 foot front setback from
Berkmar Drive. The applicant has requested a special exception (SE) to this requirement of the ordinance. Prior to final
site plan approval the applicant shall receive approval of the SE by the Board of Supervisors (BOS) or redesign the site
to meet the maximum front setback.
4. 121.7, 4.20(a)3] Side setback. Storage Shed D is located closer than 50 feet from the adjacent residentially zoned
properties of TMP 45-112 & 45-112E. Also, there are 18 proposed parking spaces located closer than 20 feet to these
residentially zoned parcels. The applicant has requested a SE to the side setback requirement of the ordinance. Prior to
final site plan approval the applicant shall receive approval of the SE by the BOS or redesign the site to meet the side
setbacks.
5. [21.7(c)] Buffer zone adjacent to residential districts. Improvements (18 parking spaces, grading, retaining walls, and
street tree plantings) are proposed within the 20 foot undisturbed buffer between the residentially zoned parcels of
TMP 45-112 & 45-112E and the site. The applicant has requested a SE to the buffer requirement of the ordinance.
Prior to final site plan approval the applicant shall receive approval of the SE by the BOS or redesign the site to meet
the buffer requirements.
6. [32.7.2.1] Vehicular access to site. Each entrance onto any public street shall be designed and constructed as required
by the standards of the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT). VDOT approval of the entrance to the site
shall be required prior to final site plan approval.
VDOT's July 18t' comment #5 (attached) requests a shared access with the R-6 properties adjacent to the site. When I
asked Adam Moore of VDOT to further explain the comment, it truly seems to be a requirement and not a
recommendation — please work with VDOT to iron out the final details with regard to the entrance as it does not appear
the current location will be sufficient/approvable by VDOT without sufficient justification and a waiver.
7. [32.7.1.3] Dedication. Relabel the future 20' dedication along the frontage of the property as: "20' right-of-way area
reserved for future dedication for public use upon demand of the County".
8. [32.5.2(a), 4.2.1, 4.2.2(b)] General information. Portions of this development are proposed on TMP 45-68C 1 (0.16
acres) and TMP 45-112A (0.715 acres), which rely on a boundary line adjustment (BLA) with these properties. Prior to
final site plan approval the lot line adjustments shall take place on a subdivision plat to be reviewed by the County,
approved, and then recorded in the Clerk's Office. The DB page information of this action shall be provided on the
final site plan.
[32.5.2(k), 32.7.5.1, 4.1] Water and sewer facilities. As part of the BLA of TMP 45-112A the reduced parcel will be
reviewed to assure it contains adequate sewer and water services onsite. If the existing home is without either of these,
it shall be required to connect to public water and/or public sewer as it is located in the jurisdictional area of the
County. In order to not connect to both of these, the applicant shall provide a completed application for an exemption.
Prior to BLA approval, the exemption shall be reviewed and a finding shall be made to either approve or deny the
request. If the request is denied then public water and sewer shall be provided onsite and ACSA shall review/approve
this aspect of the proposal. If the exemption request is approved to not provide public sewer and/or public water, the
Health Department will be required to review/approve the BLA to assure adequate septic & water systems are provided
onsite.
10. [32.5.2(i)] Easements. Improvements are proposed within the existing publically dedicated access easement (DB 1429
PG 122). The applicant proposes to relocate the easement in a New 15' VDOT access easement as depicted on TMP
04500-00-00-068C1. The easement shall be platted prior to final site plan approval. The plat shall be reviewed by the
County & VDOT, approved, and then recorded in the Clerk's Office, the DB page information of this action shall be
provided on the final site plan.
11. [32.5.1(c)] As proposed offsite grading is taking place on TMP 45-68C1 and TMP 45-68A. All offsite grading
easements shall be applied for/reviewed/approved/recorded prior to final site plan approval.
12. [32.5.2(k)] Proposed sewer & water facilities. The proposed sanitary sewer line is located on TMP 45-68C1 and 45-
68A. The final site plan shall depict the entire extent of this easement on these properties from where the line originates
along Route 29 to where it connects to Building A. Also, the proposed water connection for this site is located on TMP
45-112E. All offsite water and sewer easements shall 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.
13. [32.5.2(j)] Existing sewer and drainage facilities. Label, dimension, and depict the existing and proposed water and
sewer facilities and easements.
14. [32.5.2(b)] Proposed use. Label the proposed uses on sheet C1 with building designations:
Building A
New building supply sales - 11,000 SF (basement)
New furniture sales - 7,000 SF (1St floor)
- 4,000 SF (11 floor)
New offices - 7,234 SF (2nd floor)
Buildings B, C, D, E
New outdoor storage, display, and sales - 28,360 SF
15. [4.12.6] Parking. Currently all onsite parking is being generated/calculated from uses within Building A. Provide
parking calculations for Building C based on the following: Wholesaling or warehousing use not otherwise identified.-
One
dentified:One (1) space per employee plus one (1) space per each five hundred (500) square feet of floor area open to the public
for customer parking, but in all cases a minimum of two (2) customer parking spaces. Revise parking calculations to
include this use and label the spaces designated for employees.
16. [Comment] If customers are permitted in the loading and storage area please provide painted/striped directional arrows
within the loading and storage area to provide a circulation pattern.
17. [32.7.2.3] Sidewalks and other pedestrian walkways. Are customers permitted within Building C? If so, it is sug eg sted
the applicant provide pedestrians a safe and convenient walkway/marked path from the parking area to the building.
18. [4.12.13] Loading space. Label, dimension, and stripe the required loading spaces on site. Loading spaces shall be
designed so as not to impede any required parking spaces, or any pedestrian or vehicular circulation.
19. [32.5.2(n), 4.12.13(e), 32.7.9.71 Existing and proposed improvements. A dumpster pad is required for the use based on
gross square feet of the building. On the plan locate and dimension the dumpster pad for the site and provide required
screening of the facility pursuant to section 32.7.9.7. The pad shall not impede any required parking or loading spaces,
nor any pedestrian or vehicular circulation aisles.
20. [32.5.2(b)] Proposed use. Building B is labeled as an open shed. Label the sides of the building which are to be open,
and label the sides which are to be solid walls (closed).
21. [32.5.2(b)] Proposed use. Some aspects of the proposal which are depicted on the initial site plan do not match what is
proposed/depicted on the ARB submission and vice-versa. For example: 1) the extent of the screening fence along the
northern property line 2) evergreen screening along the northern property line (25 plantings of eastern arborvitae & 4
plantings ofpin oaks). Prior to final site plan approval the differences between the two plans shall be rectified and
properly depicted on the final site plan.
22. [32.7.9.6(a)] Landscaping within a parking area. Parking lot landscaping calculation incorrectly utilizes 79 spaces,
revise calculations and plantings to utilize the correct parking count of 90 spaces, or final parking count if different.
23. [32.7.9.6(a)] Landscaping within a parking area. An area of at least five (S) percent of the paved parking and
vehicular circulation area shall be landscaped with trees or shrubs. Parking lot landscaping calculations did not
change from the 1 SI submittal to the 2°d submittal even with 18 additional parking spaces (2,916 SF of paved parking
area) being added to the site. Revise the calculations to include the square footage from these spaces.
24. [4.12.15(g)] Curb and Gutter. Provide curb and gutter in the parking area and along the travelways.
25. [32.5.2(e), 32.7.9.4(c)] Existing landscape features. On the landscape plan identify whether remaining wooded areas
are evergreen, deciduous, or a mix thereof.
26. [32.5.2(a)] General Information. Throughout the plan depict the zoning and the current uses of all abutting parcels
(specifically the residentially zoned properties TMP 45-112 & 45-112E).
27. [32.5.1(c)] Dimensions. Label the existing dwelling on TMP 45-112A to remain or to be demolished.
28. [32.5.2(n)] Existing and proposed improvements. Dimension the full width and height of the retaining walls required
for construction. Also, list the type of retaining wall used in the development (i.e., Geogrid, block/redi-rock walls).
29. [32.5.2(n)] Existing and proposed improvements. If there is to be a sign for the proposed use, on the final site plan
depict and label the sign location. (Depicting the sign on the final site plan is not approval of the sign location or type).
30. [32.5.2(a)] Approval from the ARB is required prior to final site plan approval. See attached ARB review comments.
31. [32.5.2(n), 4.171 Outdoor lighting. If outdoor lighting is proposed a lighting plan meeting the requirements of section
4.17 shall be required prior to final site plan approval.
32. [Comment] The screening fence is blocking access to the stormwater treatment area. For maintenance purposes assure
there is a way to access this area of the site.
Please contact Christopher P. Perez in the Planning Division by using oerezL albemarle.org or 434-296-5832 ext. 3443
for further information.
('310"IMMONWEA171H of VIRGINIA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
?601 Orange Road
Charles A. Kilpatrick, P.E. CuIPOW Virginia 22701
Commissioner
July I8, 2016
County of Albemarle
Department of Community Development
401 McIntire Road
Charlottesville, VA 22902
Attn: Christopher Perez
Re: Better Living Berkmar Drive- Initial site plan
SDP -2016-00018
Review #2
Dear Mr. Perez:
The Department of Transportation, Charlottesville Residency Transportation and Land Use
Section, has reviewed the above referenced plan as submitted by Shimp Engineering, dated
March 6, 2016, with a revision date of June 13, 2016 and offers the following comments:
Land Use
1. Please provide sight distance lines on the plans as well as the landscape plan sheet.
Additionally please provide a sight distance profile on the plans.
2. Please see Road Design Manual appendix F -Access Management design standards for
entrances and Intersections, figure 4-10 commercial entrance design. Provide a right turn
lane warrant analysis as shown in F-96. Please refer to F-109 to provide the appropriate
design vehicle and turning radius by land use.
3. Please conform to the pavement widening WP -2, 302_02 in the 2008 Road and Bridge
standards.
4. Please provide Route number, Street name, Speed limit, and Right of Way width on all
plan sheets.
5. VDOT recommends the proposed entrance be consolidated into one shared use entrance
with the WoodNon Storch conceptual proposed entrance tax map parcel# 45-
112E. Shared use entrances are used to reduce the number of access points along a
corridor while maintaining reasonable access to adjacent land uses. A shared use
entrance generally serves only two parcels. The access Management Regulations
24VAC30-73-120 requires shared entrances where possible. Please refer to Appendix F.,
page F-23 and page F-118 for further reference.
Please note that the final site plan must show conformance with the VDOT Road Design
Manual Appendices B ( 1) and F, as well as any other applicable standards, regulations, or
other requirements.
Please provide two copies of the revised plan along with a comment response letter. If further
information is desired, please contact Willis C. Bedsaul at 434-422-9866.
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
Sincerely,
Adam J. Moore, P.E.
Area Land Use Engineer
Charlottesville Residency
WE KEEP VIRGINIA MOVING
Review Comments
SDP201600018
Project Name- etter'Living Berkmar - initial
Date Completed_ riday, July 08, 2016 Initial Site Plan
Reviewer Vatthew Wentland
Department/Division/Agency- Engineering
Reviews Comments:
Based on plans dated 06-13-2016, the following comments should be addressed on the final site plan and the
VSMP plan:
1. A WPO submittal will be required containing ESC and SWM plans and a SWPPP [17-300. 17-301 ].
2. Provide a barrier/guardrail where retaining walls are next to travelways.
3. Provide curb 8, gutter where necessary to control or direct stormwater runoff [18 4.12.15(g)]-
4, The County recommends acquiring temporary easements when work takes place within 5' of the propery
line.
5. The condition and adequacy of the existing storm sewer may need to be verified for the VSMP submittal.
6. The runoff south of Buildings C & D may need to be directed to an adequate channel or converted to sheet
flow.
Review Comments
SDP201600018
Project Name- otter Living Berkmar - initial
Date Completed- vlonday, duly 11, 2016 Initial Site Plan
Reviewer= Robbie Gilmer
Department/DivisionlAgency- ; Fire Rescue
Reviews Comments -
Based on plans dated 6/13/16. �- - - - - - — --
1. Please add a note to the plans " Knox Box required, please contact Albemarie County Fire Marshal once
for location"
2. Fire Flow test required before final approval.
3. Hydrant spacing shall be a maximum of 400' per travel way. Please add a hydrant to the larger island as
you enter the loading & Storage area.
4. FDG shall be located on the address side of the structure.
5. FDG shall have a hydrant with 100' per travel way. This will require a second hydrant located on Berkmar at
the entrance.
6. Structures over 30' in height require aerial truck access of 26' clear travel way. Please increase the travel
way in the east parking lot to 26' The travel lane to the north of the structure is already 26', but it shows a
grade of 10°x'4 and our aerial trucks can only over come 8% front to back-
Project Name:
Date Completed-
Reviewer-
Department/Divisior /Agency-
Reviews Comments:
Review Comments
SDP201600018
atter Living Berkrnar - initial
vlonday, July 11, 2016
3atricia Saternye
ARB
Initial Site Plan
- l -J
The Better Living Initial Site Plan is scheduled for the August 1, 2016 ARB meeting The ARB Staff Report will
be able to be accessed under ARB201600039 in County View on or before the ARB meeting date.
Christopher Perez
From: Alexander Morrison<amorri son @sery iceauthority. org>
Sent: Monday, July 25, 2016 10:31 AM
To: Christopher Perez
Subject: SDP201600018: Better Living Berkmar - Initial
Chris,
I have reviewed the resubmittal and hereby recommend approval of SDP201600018 with the following conditions:
ACSA construction plan submittal will be required for the final site plan.
Fire protection on site will be required (fire hydrant placement will be reviewed in the construction plan
submittal).
Let me know if you have any questions.
Alexander J. Morrison, P.E.
Civil Engineer
Albemarle County Service Authority
168 Spotnap Road
Charlottesville, Virginia 22911
(0) 434-977-4511 Ext. 116
(C) 434-981-5577
(F) 434-979-0698
Reviews Comment.
SDP201600018
Project Name: atter Living Berkmar - initial
Date Completed: ' vlonday, June 20, 2016 Initial Site Plan
Reviewer: jay Schlothauer
DepartmentEDivisionAgency: Inspections
Reviews Comments:
Based on plans revised June 13, 2016
No further comments or conditions.
0
Project Name:
Date Completed:
Review Comment
SDP201600018
atter Living Serkmar - Initial
Thursday, June 23, 2016
Reviewer_ Mdrew Slack
DepartmentlDivisioWAgencY: E911
Reviews Comments:
No Objection.
initial Site Plan
LI
Christopher Perez
From: Alexander Morrison<amorrison@serviceauthority.org>
Sent: Monday, July 25, 2016 10:31 AM
To: Christopher Perez
Subject: SDP201600018: Better Living Berkmar - Initial
Chris,
I have reviewed the resubmittal and hereby recommend approval of SDP201600018 with the following conditions:
• ACSA construction plan submittal will be required for the final site plan.
• Fire protection on site will be required (fire hydrant placement will be reviewed in the construction plan
submittal).
Let me know if you have any questions.
Alexander J. Morrison, P.E.
Civil Engineer
Albemarle County Service Authority
168 Spotnap Road
Charlottesville, Virginia 22911
(0) 434-977-4511 Ext. 116
(C) 434-981-5577
(F) 434-979-0698
COMMONWEALTH of VIRGINIA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
1601 Orange Road
Charles A. Kilpatrick, P.E. Culpeper Virginia 22701
Commissioner
July 18, 2016
County of Albemarle
Department of Community Development
401 McIntire Road
Charlottesville, VA 22902
Attn: Christopher Perez
Re: Better Living Berkmar Drive- Initial site plan
SDP -2016-00018
Review #2
Dear Mr. Perez:
The Department of Transportation, Charlottesville Residency Transportation and Land Use
Section, has reviewed the above referenced plan as submitted by Shimp Engineering, dated
March 6, 2016, with a revision date of June 13, 2016 and offers the following comments:
Land Use
I . Please provide sight distance lines on the plans as well as the Iandscape plan sheet.
Additionally please provide a sight distance profile on the plans.
2. Please see Road Design Manual appendix F -Access Management design standards for
entrances and Intersections, figure 4-10 commercial entrance design. Provide a right turn
lane warrant analysis as shown in F-96. PIease refer to F-109 to provide the appropriate
design vehicle and turning radius by land use.
3. Please conform to the pavement widening WP -2, 302_02 in the 2008 Road and Bridge
standards.
4. Please provide Route number, Street name, Speed limit, and Right of Way width on all
plan sheets.
5. VDOT recommends the proposed entrance be consolidated into one shared use entrance
with the WoodNon Storch conceptual proposed entrance tax map parcel# 45-
112E. Shared use entrances are used to reduce the number of access points along a
corridor while maintaining reasonable access to adjacent land uses. A shared use
entrance generally serves only two parcels. The access Management Regulations
24VAC30-73-120 requires shared entrances where possible. PIease refer to Appendix F.,
page F-23 and page F-118 for further reference.
Please note that the final site plan must show conformance with the VDOT Road Design
Manual Appendices B ( 1) and F, as well as any other applicable standards, regulations, or
other requirements.
Please provide two copies of the revised plan along with a comment response letter. If further
information is desired, please contact Willis C. Bedsaul at 434-422-9866.
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
Sincerely,
Adam J. Moore, P.E.
Area Land Use Engineer
Charlottesville Residency
WE KEEP VIRGINIA MOVING
Christopher Perez
From: Christopher Perez
Sent: Monday, May 02, 2016 8:38 AM
To: Justin Shimp
Subject: SDP201600018 Better Living Berkmar- Initial Site Plan
Attachments: SDP201600018 Better Living Berkmar-initial site plan 5-2-16.pdf
Justin,
SDP201600018 Better Living Berkmar- Initial Site Plan
Attached are SRC comments for the above referenced plan. Comments from Fire& Rescue, ACSA, ARB, and
VD9(reviews pending, to be forwarded once recieved. Prior to initial site plan approval, at a minimum,
Planning's comments 1 — 11 shall be addressed in a resubmittal of the initial site plan. The applicant shall
request the project be deferred to allow required revisions and ARB review of the revisions to take place prior
to action on the plan.
Christopher P.Perez 1 Senior Planner
Department of Community Development 1County of Albemarle, Virginia
401 Mclntire Road 1 Charlottesville,VA 22902
434.296.5832 ext. 3443
1
COUNTY OF ALBEMARLE
Department of Community Development
401 McIntire Road, North Wing
Charlottesville, Virginia 22902-4596
Phone (434) 296-5832 Fax (434) 972-4126
May 2, 2016
Justin Shimp
201 E. Main Street
Charlottesville VA 22902
SDP201600018 better Living Berkmar — Initial Site Plan
Mr. Shimp:
The Site Review Committee has reviewed the development proposal referenced above. Initial comments
for the following divisions of the Department of Community Development and other agencies, as
applicable, are attached:
Albemarle County Planning Services
Albemarle County Engineering Services
Albemarle County Information Services (E911)
Albemarle County Building Inspections
Albemarle County Department of Fire Rescue [Comments pending to be forwarded once received]
Albemarle County Service Authority
[Comments pending to be forwarded once received]
Architectural Review Board (ARB)
[Comments pending to be forwarded once received]
Virginia Department of Transportation
[Comments pending to be forwarded once received]
Comments reflect information available at the time the development proposal was reviewed, and should
not be considered final. However, the Site Review Committee has attempted to identify all issues that
will be required to be resolved prior to Final Site Plan approval. Prior to initial site plan approval a
resubmittal of the elan is reauired. The annlicant shall reauest the nroiect be deferred to allow reauired
revisions and ARB review of the revisions to take place prior to action on the plan.
Please contact me at your earliest convenience if you have questions or require additional information.
Sincerely,
Senior Planner
County of Albemarle
Department of Community Development
401 McIntire Road,
Charlottesville, VA, 22902
Phone 434-296-5832
Memorandum
To: Justin Shimp
From: Christopher P. Perez, Senior Planner
Division: Planning
Date: May 2, 2016
Subject: SDP201600018 Better Living Berkmar - 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.]
Prior to initial site plan approval, at a minimum, comments 1-11 shall be addressed in a resubmittal.
1. [Comment] The public notification fee of $215 was not paid prior to the SRC meeting. Please pay the fee prior to any
further review/action of the plan.
2. [32.5.2(p), 32.7.9.2(b), 30.6.31 Proposed use. Pursuant to Section 30.6.3, Outdoor Storage located in and visible from
the Entrance Corridor (EC) requires a Special Use Permit (SP). If the outdoor storage is completely screened and is
determined by the Architectural Review Board (ARB) not to be visible from the EC, then a SP is not required. If ARB
determines it to be visible from the EC then a SP shall be required prior to approval of the initial site plan.
Based on the above, prior to initial site plan approval a complete landscape plan for the entire site that complies with
section 32.7.9 is required. Also, address any ARB landscaping and screening comments once ARB review is complete.
The applicant shall request the project be deferred to allow required revisions and ARB review of the revisions to take
place prior to action on the plan.
3. [32.5.2(e), 32.7.9.4(c)] Existing landscape features. On the landscape plan depict the existing tree line and identify
whether existing wooded areas are evergreen, deciduous, or a mix thereof.
4. [32.7.9.8] Tree Canopy. The Ilex glabra (inkberry holly) plantings shall not be counted towards the required tree
canopy calculations for the site because they only grow to be 4 feet tall at a maturity of ten years. Only plantings
exceeding 5 feet in height at ten years shall be counted towards required tree canopy.
[32.7.9.8] Tree Canopy. The applicant seeks to establish a canopy bonus of 11,432 SF by preserving 9,146 SF of
existing trees within the 20' undisturbed buffer area to meet the minimum required tree canopy for the site; however,
the buffer area does not contain many trees due to the existing overhead utility line/easement which runs through the
buffer. The trees that are located in this buffer are located on the very edge of the buffer adjacent to the proposed
retaining wall and asphalt parking lot. Impervious site improvements will cover the majority of the root system of the
trees, causing them to die. The end result will be a site that does not meet the minimum canopy requirements. To
further assess the landscaping being preserved in the buffer, please depict the location, caliper, size and species of the
trees within this area.
6. [32.7.9.4] Plantings. Three (3) zelkova serrata are located overtop the new HDPE storm sewer line. Either relocate the
plantings off the line or relocate the line to avoid the conflict. Staff recommends the line be relocated slightly as the
plantings may be required by ARB.
[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 I1I-393 through 11I-413, and as hereafter amended.
8. [32.5.1(c) & (d)] Topography. Provide existing topography and proposed grading for all areas of the site. Also, provide
offsite topography to describe prominent and pertinent offsite features and physical characteristics, but in no case less
than fifty (50) feet outside of the site.
9. [32.5.20),(k),(1)] Existing and proposed utilities. On the landscape plan depict, label and dimension all existing and
proposed utilities and utility easements including water, sewer, drainage, telephone, cable, electric and gas. Label all
existing easements with the Deed Book and Page Number. The above information shall be used to verify that no
conflicts exist between landscaping and utilities.
10. [32.5.2(n), 32.5.1(c)] Dimensions. On the plan dimension all proposed improvements, including all buildings (A, B,
and C), retaining walls, screening fence, and storage areas.
11. [32.5.2(b)] Proposed use. On sheet C1 revise the proposed use to include `outdoor storage, display and/or sales', and
the use associated with buildings B and C. Label buildings B and C as three walled structures. Also, provide the
maximum acreage occupied by these uses.
12. [21.7, 4.20(a)21 Setbacks. Building `A' does not meet the maximum 30 foot front setback along Berkmar Drive. Either
modify the building location to meet the maximum front setback or request a special exception (SE) to the requirement.
If a SE is requested provide a SE application and the review fee of $457. Also provide justification of the request to
include reason for the request and how it fits with the recommendations in the Comprehensive Plan. Prior to final site
plan approval the applicant shall receive approval of the SE by the Board of Supervisors (BOS). With or without the SE
request it is recommended that the applicant provide a reservation for dedication upon demand of the county for the
future widening of Berkmar Drive. This reservation should be a total of 44 feet from the centerline of Berkmar Drive.
13. [21.7(c)] Buffer zone adjacent to residential districts. The 20 foot undisturbed buffer shall be extended to the right-of-
way for Berkmar Drive. Unauthorized clearing, grading, and plantings of street trees are proposed within the buffer.
Either modify the plans to omit any disturbance within this buffer or request a SE to waive the requirement. If a SE is
requested provide a SE application and the review fee of $457. Also provide the required justification of the request.
Prior to final site plan approval the applicant shall receive approval of the SE by the BOS.
14. [32.5.2(a)] General Information. Development is proposed on portions of TMP 45-68C1 and TMP 45-112A. Prior to
final site plan approval the boundary line adjustments shall take place on a subdivision plat to be reviewed by the
County, approved, and then recorded in the Clerk's Office. The DB page information of this action shall be provided
on the final site plan. It may be appropriate to combine all platting items on a single plat (if other items exist).
15. [32.5.2(i)] Easements. Improvements are proposed with the existing publically dedicated access easement (DB 1429
PG 122). The easement provides access to the existing drainage easement on TMP 45-68C1. The easement shall be
vacated and relocated prior to final site plan approval. The vacation shall take place on a 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. The vacation/relocation will require BOS approval.
16. [32.5.1(c)] As proposed offsite grading is taking place on TMP 45-68C1 and TMP 45-68A. All offsite grading
easements shall be applied for/reviewed/approved/recorded prior to final site plan approval.
17. [32.5.2(a)] General Information. Throughout the plan depict the departing lot lines, zoning, and the uses of all abutting
parcels (specifically the residentially zoned properties TMP 45-112 & 45-112E).
18. [32.5.2(k)] Proposed sewer facilities. Depict the proposed sanitary sewer line from where it originates along Route 29
to where it connects to Building A. Offsite sewer easements shall 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.
19. [32.5.20)] Existing sewer and drainage facilities. Depict the location and size of existing water and sewer facilities and
easements.
20. [32.5.1(c)] Dimensions. Depict and dimension the existing dwelling on TMP 45-112A and label whether it is to remain
or to be demolished.
21. [32.5.2(n)] Existing and proposed improvements. Dimension the full width and height of the retaining walls required
for construction. Also, list the type of retaining wall used in the development (i.e., Geogrid, block/redi-rock walls).
22. [32.5.2(n)] Existing and proposed improvements. Clearly depict and label limits of disturbance and show areas where
existing vegetation will be removed.
23. [4.12.15(g)] Curb and Gutter. Provide curb and gutter in the parking area and along the travelways.
24. [32.5.2(n)] Existing and proposed improvements. If there is to be a sign for the proposed use, on the final site plan
depict and label the sign location. (Depicting the sign on the final site plan is not approval of the sign location or type).
25. [32.5.2(n), 4.12.13(e), 32.7.9.7] Existing and proposed improvements. A dumpster pad is required for the use based on
gross square feet of the building. On the plan locate and dimension the dumpster pad for the site and provide required
screening of the facility pursuant to section 32.7.9.7. The pad shall not impede any required parking or loading spaces,
nor any pedestrian or vehicular circulation aisles.
26. [32.7.2.1] Vehicular Access to Site. Each entrance onto any public street shall be designed and constructed as required
by the standards of the Virginia Department of Transportation. VDOT approval of the entrance to the site shall be
required prior to final site plan approval.
27. [32.5.2(a)] On the cover sheet of the initial site plan provide the site plan number: SDP2016-18.
28. [32.5.2(a)] Approval from the ARB is required prior to final site plan approval. See attached ARB review comments.
29. [32.5.2(n), 4.171 Outdoor lighting. If outdoor lighting is proposed a lighting plan meeting the requirements of section
4.17 shall be required prior to final site plan approval.
30. [Comment] The screening fence is blocking access to the stormwater treatment area. For maintenance purposes assure
there is a way to access this area of the site.
Please contact Christopher P. Perez in the Planning Division by using cperez@albemarle.org or 434-296-5832 ext. 3443
for further information.
Review Comments
MIM911IM1,11+1E.
Project Name- etter Living Berkmar - initial
Date Completed: Oonday, April 25, 2016
Reviewer: liluatthew Wentland
Initial Site Plan F-
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Department1DivisionrAgency: Engineering
Reviews Comments
Based on plans dated 03-21-2016-
1. A WPO submittal will be required containing ESC and SWM plans and a SWPPP [17-300, 17-301].
2. In managed slopes, the maximum retaining wall height is 6with a minimum T separation beN,een tiered
walls [18.30.7.5(a)].
3. Provide a barrier/guardrail where retaining walls are next to travetways.
4. Provide gutters where necessary to control or direct stormwater runoff [18.4.12.15(g)].
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Review Comments
SDP201600018
Project Name: atter Living Berkmar - Initial
Date Completed: Tuesday, April 05, 2016 Initial Site Plan L•
Reviewer: 4ndrew Slack
Department/Divisiori.Agency: E911
Reviews Comments:
Review Comments
SDP201600018
Project Name: etter Living Berkmar - Initial
Date Completed: Nednesday, April 20, 2016 Initial Site Plan
Reviewer: Jay SchlothauerqV
De artmentiDivision rA encY= Inspections i
Reviews Comments
; (79), a total of four harrier -free parking spaces are required.
s, with associated striped access aisle and curb cut.
COMMONWEALTH of VIRGINIA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
1681 Orange Road
Culpeper, Virg:nia 22701
Charles A. Kilpatrick, P.E.
Commissioner
April 29, 2016
Christopher Perez
County of Albemarle
Department of Community Development
401 McIntire Road
Charlottesville, VA 22902
Re: SDP -2016-00018 Better Living Berkmar Drive — Initial Site Plan
Dear Mr. Perez
We have reviewed the Better Living — Initial Site Plan; with an initial submittal date of March
2I, 2016, as submitted by Shimp Engineering, and offer the following comments:
1- Sight lines/distances need to be added to the site plan for proposed entrance from
Berkmar Drive to help determine whether the proposed entrance wilI have sight distance
issues or not.
2. Possible issue with landscaping (trees) within sight line of Berkmar Drive? Please show
sight distance profile on landscaping plans.
3. Commercial entrance design along Berkmar drive. Please see Road Design Manual
appendix F -Access Management design standards for entrances and Intersections, figure
4-10 commercial entrance design. Provide a right turn lane warrant analysis as shown in
F-96. Please refer to F-109 to provide the appropriate design vehicle and turning radius
by land use.
4. Please conform to the pavement widening WP -2, 302_02 in the 2008 Road and Bridge
standards. Please see attachment.
If you need further information concerning this project please do not hesitate to contact me at
434-422-9373.
Joel DeNunzio, P.E.
Residency Engineer
VDOT Charlottesville Residency