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g. Appeal. The developer may appeal the disapproval of a landscape plan as part of its appeal of the
disapproval of a final site plan as provided in section 32.4.3.7.
(§ 32.7.9.3,Ord. 12-18(6), 10-3-12,effective 1-1-13 (§ 32.7.9.2, 7-10-85 (§§ 32.8.2.5,32.8.2.6, 32.8.2.7, 7-10-85);
5-1-87)(§32.7.9.4(penultimate¶), 12-10-80))
State law reference—Va.Code§§15.2-2241(3),15.2-2280,15.2-2286(AX6).
32.7.9.4 CONTENTS OF A LANDSCAPE PLAN
Each landscape plan shall contain the following information:
a. Proposed plant materials. The landscape plan shall show the location, size and type of all proposed plant
materials.The types of plant materials may be identified by using generic terms such as"large shade tree,"
"medium shade tree," "screening tree," "screening shrub," or"street shrub" The required plant materials
shall be chosen from a recommended species list approved by the agent.
b. Existing trees; preservation in lieu of new plant materials. 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.In such a case:
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.
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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 1II-393 through I11-413,and as hereafter
amended.
c. Existing landscape features. The landscape plan shall show the existing landscape features on the site,
which shall include:
1. Wooded areas.All wooded areas,identifying whether they are composed of evergreen,deciduous,
or a mix of type,and showing the location of the tree line;
2. Small groups of trees and individual trees. Small groups of trees and individual trees of six (6)
inch caliper or greater, or ornamental trees of any size, identified by common name and
approximate caliper and showing their location;
3. Natural features. Natural features which distinguish the site, such as prominent ridge lines, rock
outcroppings or water features;
4. Man-made features.Man-made features of local,historic or scenic importance;and
5. Scenic vistas.Scenic vistas across the site from a public street.
d. Verification of compliance. The landscape plan shall verify that it satisfies the minimum landscaping and
screening requirements of section 32.
(§32.7.9.4,Ord. 12-18(6), 10-3-12,effective 1-1-13(§32.7.9.4, 12-10-80; 7-10-85(§§32.8.2.2,32.8.2.3,32.8.2.4,
7-10-85);5-1-87);Ord.01-18(6), 10-3-01))
State law reference—Va.Code§§ 15.2-2241(3),15.2-2280,15.2-2286(AX6).
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32.7.9.5 LANDSCAPING ALONG STREETS
s The minim landscaping standards along streets are as follows:
--r— When street trees required. Street trees shall be required along existing or proposed streets in any
development subject to section 32.
b. Street tree species. Street trees shall be selected from a current list of recommended large shade trees
approved by the agent, provided that medium shade trees may planted instead when the agent determines
that site conditions warrant smaller trees. All street trees to be planted shall meet the specifications of the
American Association of Nurserymen.
c. Minimum caliper of street trees.Large street trees shall be one and one-half(1 /2)inches to one and three-
quarters (1 3/4 ) inches minimum caliper (measured six [6] inches above ground level) when planted.
Medium street trees shall be one (1) inch to one and one-quarter (1 '/a ) inches minimum caliper when
1gplanted.
d. Location and spacing of street trees. Street trees shall be planted with even spacing in a row within the
UZ-nC public street right-of-way or adjacent to the public street right-of-way if not permitted therein by the
Virginia Department of Transportation, and within the private street right-of-way. One(1)large street tree
gaC..,-"1"u cc shall be required for every fifty (50) feet of street frontage, or portion thereof, if twenty-five (25) feet or
V 'Llmore. Where permitted, one (1) medium shade tree shall be required for every forty (40) feet of road
a\ frontage,or portion thereof,if twenty(20)feet or more.If required street trees cannot be planted within the
ctan parking setback or within ten(10)feet of the street right-of-way due to sight distance, utility easements or
6DJ , other conflicting requirements, then the planting strip shall be enlarged to accommodate the trees. If this
Nj .requirement creates a hardship by causing the relocation of required parking spaces, then the additional
'0V41- t planting area may be counted toward the interior landscaping requirement.
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e. Shrubs along public streets. When a parking area is located so that the parked cars will be visible from an �'��
offsite street, the agent may require additional planting of low street shrubs between the street and the �=�-' �"}�
� ,,�` 4 . \. parking area,subject to the following: Z " O(')
C�'' ' ��\, I. Minimum size of shrubs. Shrubs shall be a minimum of twelve inches in height when planted. 2 dL 24J.
j u pe 2. Spacing of shrubs.Shrubs shall be in a single row planted five(5)feet on center. !
ll 04( 3. Alternatives. The agent may authorize different landscaping designed to minimize the visual
eb impact of the parking area.
(§32.7.9.5,Ord. 12-18(6), 10-3-12,effective 1-1-13 (§32.7.9.5, 12-10-80;7-10-85 (§§32.8.3.1,32.8.3.2, 7-10-85);
6-20-90) (§ 32.7.9.6, 7-10-85 (§§ 32.8.4.1, 32.8.4.2, 32.8.4.3, 32.8.4.4, 7-10-85); 5-1-87) (§ 32.7.9.7, 7-10-85
(§§32.8.5.1,32.8.5.1.a,32.8.5.1.b,32.8.5.1.c,7-10-85);5-1-87))
State law reference—Va.Code§§15.2-2241(3),15.2-2280,15.2-2286(AX6).
32.7.9.6 LANDSCAPING WITHIN A PARKING AREA
The minimum landscaping standards for each parking area having five(5)or more parking spaces are as follows:
va! Minimum area.An area of at least five(5)percent of the paved parking and vehicular circulation area shall
be landscaped with trees or shrubs. Neither the areas of street trees and shrubs required by sections
32.7.9.5(d) and (e) nor shrubs planted between a parking area and a building on the site shall be counted
toward the minimum area landscaped area for a parking area.
Types of plant materials. The plant materials may be a mixture of shade trees and shrubs and shall include
one (1) large or medium shade tree per ten (10) parking spaces or portion thereof, if five (5) spaces or
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more. The shade trees shall be selected from a current list of recommended large shade trees approved by
the agent or other species approved by the agent and the agent may allow trees smaller than medium shade
trees to be planted when site conditions warrant smaller trees. All shade trees to be planted shall meet the
specifications of the American Association of Nurserymen.
c. Minimum caliper of street trees.Large street trees shall be one and one-half()6 inches to one and three-
quarters (1 3/4 ) inches minimum caliper (measured six [6] inches above ground level) when planted.
Medium street trees shall be one (1) inch to one and one-quarter (1 `/a ) inches minimum caliper when
planted.
j' Spacing. The plant materials shall be located in reasonably dispersed planting islands within the parking
area or abutting areas.
(§ 32.7.9.6, Ord. 12-18(6), 10-3-12, effective 1-1-13 (§ 32.7.9.7, 7-10-85 (§§ 32.8.5.1, 32.8.5.1.a, 32.8.5.1.b,
32.8.5.1.c,7-10-85);5-1-87))
State law reference—Va.Code§§15.2-2241(3),15.2-2280,15.2-2286(AX6).
32.7.9.7 SCREENING
The minimum landscaping standards for required screening are as follows:
a. When required. Screening shall be required in the following circumstances:
—t7" Commercial and industrial uses. Commercial and industrial uses shall be screened from the
adjacent rural areas zoning district. Commercial and industrial uses shall be screened from
residential uses when deemed necessary by the agent upon considering the proximity of the
commercial or industrial use to the residential use,the nature of the commercial or industrial use,
whether the uses are in single-use or mixed use developments, and other considerations he
determines to be relevant under sound zoning principles.
.21-- Parking areas.Parking areas consisting of four(4)spaces or more shall be screened from adjacent
residential and rural areas districts.
($5 • 3. Features that may have negative visual impacts. Features that may have negative visual impacts
G`�" including, but not limited to, the following shall be screened from adjacent residential and rural
67U---Q� areas districts and public streets: (i) loading areas; (ii) refuse areas; (iii) storage yards; (iv)
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" ial„ detention ponds; and(v)recreational facilities determined to be of objectionable character by the
C\ - ..L agent, other than children's play areas where visibility is necessary or passive recreation areas
`Cwhere visibility is desirable.
4. Double frontage residential lots. Double frontage residential lots shall be screened between the
\,3` rear of the residences and the public right-of-way when deemed necessary by the agent.
5. Uses that may have negative visual impacts on historic properties. The agent may require
screening of any use, or portion thereof, upon determining that the use would otherwise have a
negative visual impact on a property listed on the Virginia Historic Landmarks Register.
(\.Xb. Types of screening permitted. Screening shall consist of a planting strip, existing vegetation, a slightly
,ya opaque wall or fence,or a combination thereof,to the reasonable satisfaction of the agent.
c. Minimum sizes of plant materials. Evergreen trees shall be a minimum four(4)feet in height when planted.
L..../ Shrubs shall be a minimum eighteen(18)inches in height when planted. All trees to be planted shall meet
the specifications of the American Association of Nurserymen.
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d. Minimum depth and spacing requirements for a planting strip or existing vegetation.If only a planting strip
or existing vegetation is provided as screening,the planting strip or the existing vegetation shall not be less
than twenty (20) feet in depth. If a planting strip is provided,the plant materials shall consist of a double
staggered row of evergreen trees planted fifteen(15)feet on center,or a double staggered row of evergreen
shrubs planted ten(10)feet on center,or an alternative vegetative screening approved by the agent.
e. Minimum height of fence or wall; supplemental plant materials. Each fence or wall provided as screening
shall be a minimum of six(6)feet in height and the agent may require plantings at intervals along the fence
or wall.
(§ 32.7.9.7,Ord. 12-18(6), 10-3-12,effective 1-1-13 (§32.7.9.5, 12-10-80;7-10-85 (§§ 32.8.3.1,32.8.3.2, 7-10-85);
6-20-90) (§ 32.7.9.7, 7-10-85 (§§ 32.8.5.1, 32.8.5.1.a, 32.8.5.1.b, 32.8.5.1.c, 7-10-85); 5-1-87)(§ 32.7.9.8, 7-10-85
(§§32.8.6.1,32.8.6.2,32.8.6.3.a,32.8.6.3.b,32.8.6.3.c.5,32.8.6.3.d,32.8.6.3.f,7-10-85);5-1-87))
State law reference—Va.Code§§15.2-2241(3),15.2-2280,15.2-2286(A)(6).
32.7.9.8 TREE CANOPY
The tree canopy required to be established and maintained is subject to the following:
Minimum tree canopy. Each site shall have a tree canopy covering the minimum percentage of the site as
follows:
Commercial or industrial uses. If the site is to be developed for commercial or industrial uses,the
minimum tree canopy is ten(10)percent.
_-�-- Residential uses, density of 20 dwelling units per acre or more. If the site is to be developed for
residential uses at a gross density of twenty (20) dwelling units per acre or more, the minimum
tree canopy is ten(10)percent.
�-- Residential uses, density of between 10 and 20 dwelling units per acre. If the site is to be
developed for residential uses at a gross density of more than ten (10) but less than twenty (20)
dwelling units per acre or more,the minimum tree canopy is fifteen(15)percent.
�__---Residential uses, density of 10 dwelling units per acre or less. If the site is to be developed for
residential uses at a gross density of ten (10) dwelling units per acre or less, the minimum tree
canopy is twenty(20)percent.
b. Composition of tree canopy. The tree canopy required by subsection (a) shall be composed of all areas of
the site that would be covered by trees and other plant materials exceeding five (5) feet in height at a
maturity of ten(10)years after planting. The trees and plant materials composing the tree canopy are those
required to be planted under sections 32.7.9.5, 32.7.9.6 and 32.7.9.7, the existing trees preserved under
section 32.7.9.4(b),and all additional trees selected from a recommended species list approved by the agent
that are planted in order to satisfy the minimum tree canopy coverage required by subsection(a).
c. Calculating the area of the site. For the purposes of calculating the area of the site to determine the
minimum tree canopy coverage under subsection (a),the area of the site shall be its gross acreage less, at
the option of the developer,one or more of the following on the site:
1. Farm land or other areas devoid of wooded areas on June 20, 1990.
2. Recreation areas required under section 4.16.
3. Open space areas required under section 4.7.
4. Land dedicated to public use.
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5. Playing fields and recreation areas provided at schools,day care centers,and other similar uses.
6. Ponds or lakes determined by the agent to be a desirable open space amenity.
7. Areas required to preserve wetlands, flood plain or other areas required to be maintained in a
natural state by this chapter or other applicable law.
8. Other areas approved by the agent under section 32.3.5.
d. Deductions cumulative. The deductions allowed by subsection (c) are cumulative but shall not be
duplicative.
e. Canopy bonus.Where existing trees are maintained,the agent shall grant a canopy bonus as follows:
1. The area of canopy coverage shall be calculated at a maturity of twenty (20)years after planting;
and
2. The area calculated in subsection(e)(1)shall be multiplied by a factor of 1.25.
(§ 32.7.9.8,Ord. 12-18(6), 10-3-12,effective 1-1-13 (§ 32.7.9.5, 12-10-80;7-10-85 (§§ 32.8.3.1,32.8.3.2, 7-10-85);
6-20-90)(§32.7.9.9,6-20-90))
State law reference—Va.Code§§ 15.2-2241(3),15.2-2280,15.2-2286(A)(6).
32.7.9.9 INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE OF REQUIRED LANDSCAPING AND SCREENING
All landscaping and screening required by section 32.7.9 shall be installed and maintained as follows:
a. Timing of installation.All landscaping shall be installed by the first planting season following the issuance
of the first certificate of occupancy within the development,or a phase thereof.
b. Method of installation. All trees shall be planted in accordance with either the standardized landscape
specifications jointly adopted by the Virginia Nurserymen's Association,the Virginia Society of Landscape
Designers and the Virginia Chapter of the American Society of Landscape Architects, or the road and
bridge specifications of the Virginia Department of Transportation. Planting islands shall contain a
minimum of fifty(50) square feet per tree, with a minimum dimension of five (5) feet in order to protect
the landscaping and allow for proper growth. Wheel stops, curbing or other barriers shall be provided to
prevent damage to landscaping by vehicles. Where necessary,trees shall be welled or otherwise protected
against change of grade.All pervious areas of the site shall be permanently protected from soil erosion with
grass or other ground cover or mulch material.
c. Maintaining and replacing landscaping and screening. All landscaping and screening shall be maintained
in a healthy condition by the current owner or a property owners' association, and replaced when
necessary.Replacement material shall comply with the approved landscape plan.
d. Maintaining trees if site not under single ownership. In the case of development with units for sale, the
trees shall be maintained by a property owner's association. Prior to final site plan approval,the developer
shall submit to the agent an instrument assuring the perpetual maintenance of the trees. The instrument
shall be subject to review and approval by the county attorney and shall be in a form and style so that it
may be recorded in the office of the clerk of the circuit court of the county. The agent may require that the
instrument be on a form prepared by the county attorney.
e. Maintaining street trees planted within a public street right-of-way. If street trees are planted within the
public street right-of-way,the trees shall be maintained in accordance with the requirements of the Virginia
Department of Transportation.
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ARTICLE I. CENTRAL SEWERAGE SYSTEMS AND PRIVATE WATER SUPPLIES
Sec.16-100 Applicability.
This article shall apply to any person who proposes to establish a central sewerage system or
central water supply,except that it shall not apply to a corporation whose principal business is the operation
of a hotel when the corporation extends the use of its surplus sewage facilities or furnishes its water supply
to a limited number of patrons.
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State law reference—Va.Code§§15.2-2126,15.2-2131,15.2-2149,15.2-2154.
Sec.16-101 Definitions.
The following definitions shall apply to this article:
(1) Central sewerage system. The term "central sewerage system" means a sewerage system
consisting of pipelines or conduits, pumping stations, force mains or sewerage treatment plants, including
but not limited to septic tanks and/or drain fields, or any of them, designed to serve three (3) or more
connections,used for conducting or treating sewage.-30'
(2) Central water supply. The term "central water supply" means a water supply consisting of a
well,springs or other source and the necessary pipes,conduits,mains pumping stations,and other facilities
in connection therewith,designed to serve three(3)or more connections.l'
(3) Health department. The term "health department" means the local or regional office of the
Virginia Department of Health.
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State law reference—Va.Code§§15.2-2126,15.2-2149.
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Sec. 16-102 Notice of proposal to establish system or supply. -- Pal
Each person who proposes to establish or extend a central sewerage system or a central water
supply shall notifythe board of supervisors of the proposal at least sixty *
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construction thereof. The notice shall be filed with the clerk of the board of supervisors. In addition to the h6/0
foregoing information,the notice shall include the following:
1. The location of the proposed central sewerage system or central water supply;
2. The number of connections proposed to be served by the central sewerage system or 111111 '
central water supply;
3. A statement describing the type of the proposed central sewerage system or central water
supply and explaining the reasons the system or supply is needed;and
4. Three(3)copies of the preliminary plans for the central sewerage system or central water
supply.
(12-15-76;Code 1988,§ 10-17;Ord.98-A(1),8-5-98)
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State law reference—Va.Code§§15.2-2126,15.2-2129,15.2-2130,15.2-2149,15.2-2152,15.2-2153.
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Sec.16-103 Transmittal of notice and plans for review.
Upon receipt of a notice pursuant to section 16-102, the clerk of the board of supervisors shall
transmit a copy of the notice, and all information accompanying the notice, to the county engineer. The
county engineer shall review the notice and information to determine its compliance with this Code and the
policies of the county engineer. The county engineer shall coordinate his review with the health
department and,when applicable,the Albemarle County Service Authority.
(12-15-76;Code 1988,§ 10-18;Ord.98-A(1),8-5-98)
State law reference—Va.Code§15.2-2121.
Sec.16-104 Hearing on proposal.
Upon receipt of a notice pursuant to section 16-102, the clerk of the board of supervisors shall
place the proposal on the agenda of the board of supervisors for consideration of the proposal at a regular
meeting of the board. The hearing shall not be conducted until the county engineer has completed a review
of the plans submitted by the applicant. Prior to the meeting at which the proposal will be considered,the
county engineer shall submit a written recommendation to the board. The applicant shall appear in person
when the proposal is considered by the board.
(12-15-76;Code 1988,§ 10-18;Ord.98-A(1),8-5-98)
State law reference—Va.Code§§15.2-2121,15.2-2126,15.2-2149.
Sec. 16-105 Action on proposal.
A. After consideration of a proposal as provided in section 16-104, the board of supervisors
may approve or disapprove the proposal. If the board approves the proposal,it shall specify the number of
connections that may be made to the central sewerage system or central water supply.
B. The board may condition its approval of a central sewerage system upon the approval of
the applicant's final plans by the county engineer, the health department, and the Virginia Department of
Environmental Quality, and either approval by or proof of notification to, any other applicable state or
federal department or agency.
C. The board may condition its approval of a central water supply upon the approval of the
applicant's final plans by the county engineer, the health department, the Virginia Department of
Environmental Quality, and either approval by or proof of notification to, any other applicable state or
federal department or agency.
(Ord.98-A(1),8-5-98)
State law reference—Va.Code§§15.2-2121,15.2-2127,15.2-2128,15.2-2151.
Sec.16-106 Failure of board to timely disapprove proposal.
If the board of supervisors fails to disapprove a proposal within seventy(70)days from the date on
which the hearing was held as provided in section 16-104,the applicant may proceed with the construction
and installation of the proposed central sewerage system or central water supply, provided that he first
gives written notice to the chairman of the board of supervisors by registered mail of his intention to
proceed.
(Ord.98-A(1),6-17-98)
State law reference--Va.Code§§15.2-2127,15.2-2151.
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Sec.16-107 Inspection of central water supplies.
The county engineer shall inspect each central water supply, having three (3) to fifteen (15)
connections or serving up to twenty-five (25) people to ensure that it is constructed as approved. The
applicant shall provide all information, including pump test data, required by the county engineer to
accomplish the inspection. Upon completion of the inspection, the county engineer shall report to the
board of supervisors his findings.
(12-15-76;Code 1988,§ 10-19;Ord.98-A(1),8-5-98)
State law reference—Va.Code§§15.2-2121,15.2-2144.
Sec.16-108 Violation and penalty.
A. Any person who fails or refuses to notify the board of supervisors as provided in section
16-102 and thereafter constructs and installs a central sewerage system or central water supply, or having
given such notice and the proposal having been disapproved, proceeds to construct or install any such
system,shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and punished as provided herein.
B. Any person violating any provision of this article, other than section 16-107, shall be
guilty of a class 2 misdemeanor and, in addition, may be further enjoined from further violation of this
article.
C. Any person violating section 16-107 shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and shall be
subject to the penalties set forth in section 1-115 of the Code.
(Ord.98-A(1),8-5-98)
State law reference—Va.Code§§15.2-2133,15.2-2156.
ARTICLE II. SEPTIC SYSTEMS AND INDIVIDUAL PRIVATE WELLS
Sec. 16-200 Applicability.
This article shall apply to any person who proposes to establish or expand a septic system or an
individual private well.
(Ord.98-A(1),8-5-98)
State law reference—Va.Code§§15.2-2157,32.1-176.1,et seq.
Sec. 16-201 Definitions.
The following defmitions shall apply to this article:
(1) Health department. The term "health department" means the local or regional office of the
Virginia Department of Health.
(2) Individual private well. The term"individual private well"means any water well constructed
for a person on land which is owned or leased by that person and is usually intended for household use,
ground water source heat pump,or agricultural use,and which has up to two(2)connections.
(3) Septic system. The term "septic system" means a system of sewage disposal consisting of a
septic tank, which is for the purpose of pretreating sewage, and a drain field, which is for the purpose of
disposing the effluent from the septic tank through subsurface soil absorption.
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11. Significant interruption of the test, due to power failure,pump or meter
malfunction, or other cause as determined by the county inspector, will void the
test and require retest of the well from start.
c. Upon completion of the pump test the following items must be provided;
1. Two copies of the pump test log.
2. Two copies of the well completion report after drilling and grouting.
3. A copy of the well operations permit.
4. Two copies of all water sample testing reports.
5. Yield results of the well based on the monitored readings.
C. Individual private wells and septic systems, and other systems: These systems must
meet the requirements of Code Chapters 14, 16 and 18, and the State Code.
D. Groundwater assessments: Article IV of the Water Protection Ordinance requires
groundwater assessments. See section 17-400 for a table stating when assessments are
required, and the Subdivision Ordinance section 14-308.1. Groundwater assessments are
reviewed by the Program Authority or designee.
1. Tier 3 and 4 assessment requirements: (there are no requirements for Tier 1 and 2)
a. A report certified by a licensed geologist containing
1. a graphics section or plans containing
a. topography with land and water features
b. proposed development
c. geological contacts and features
d. surrounding property 1000ft beyond property lines with wells and septic
system locations
e. all potential and known contamination sources
f. graphic depiction of groundwater recharge areas and flow
g. any other relevant information
2. A narrative containing
a. review of existing hydro-geologic information
b. field survey summary
c. review and analysis of graphic and plan information
d. groundwater management plan addressing practices during and after
construction, in addition to a contingency plan if wells dry up or become
contaminated.
e. assessment of well drilling and testing
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2. Water and Wastewater
The county engineer is charged with review, inspection and recommendations to the Board of
Supervisors for private water and wastewater systems in Chapter 16 of the County Code.
The County Engineer is the Program Authority for the Water Protection Ordinance, Chapter
17 of the County Code, of which Article IV is Groundwater Assessments.
A. Public systems: Please refer to the Albemarle County Service Authority
(www.acsanet.com), and Code Chapters 14, and 18.
B. Private central well and septic systems: County engineer review and inspection of
private central water and sewer systems will be according to Chapter 16 of the County Code,
and Chapter 14 section 415. Please see this chapter(16-103)for administrative details. A
review and approval by ACSA may be requested, in addition to the required state approvals
(Thomas Jefferson Health District,Virginia Department of Health,Virginia Department of
Environmental Quality, etc.).
1. Central Well Testing: County engineer inspection of well tests (16-107)must follow
these steps:
a. Prior to start of the test the following items will be provided
1. Three copies of complete technical data on the test pump and motor and generator
2. An all weather access road to the site
3. Three copies of the applicant's proposed test schedule(48-hour or a 72-hour test.
No tests inspections on weekends,holidays,or nights.)
b. During the pump test the following items must be complied with;
1. The individual performing the testing must be qualified and familiar with the
operation.
2. A county engineering inspector must be present.
3. Flow will be metered continually in gallons per minute directly.
4. Water height will be continuously monitored and recorded.
5. A tap or sample outlet for taking water samples will provided.
6. When existing wells are within 300 feet of the well being tested,the existing
wells will be pumped at their capacity throughout the duration of the test. In
addition to the well being tested, the monitoring and recording of the water level
in the existing wells is required during the pump test. Should one well be rated
less than 25 G.P.M.,and another rated greater than 25 G.P.M., both tests will be
run continuously for 72 hours.
7. Discharge will be adequately dissipated to prevent impacts to adjacent properties.
8. A pump log will be kept in a format approved by the county inspector.
9. During the last six hours of the test, flow and water level readings will be taken at
a minimum interval of every fifteen minutes.
10. Recovery data of the well will be recorded on the pump test log. Readings will be
taken at ten-minute intervals or less,until the well has reached 90%recovery.
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