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HomeMy WebLinkAbout4/24/1990 - Regular April 24, 1990 261 =:::::¡ Roanoke County Board of Supervisors Roanoke County Administration Center 3738 Brambleton Avenue, SW Roanoke, Virginia 24018 April 24, 1990 The Roanoke County Board of Supervisors of Roanoke County, Virginia, met this day at the Roanoke County Administration Center, this being the fourth Tuesday, and the second regularly scheduled meeting of the month of April, 1990. IN RE: CALL TO ORDER Chairman Robers called the meeting to order at 3:06 p.m. The roll call was taken. MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairman Richard Robers, Vice Chairman Steven A. McGraw, Supervisors Lee B. Eddy, Bob L. Johnson, Harry C. Nickens MEMBERS ABSENT: None STAFF PRESENT: Elmer C. Hodge, County Administrator; John M. Chambliss, Assistant County Administrator for Human Services; John R. Hubbard, Assistant County Administrator of Community Services and Development; Don M. Myers, Assistant County Administrator for Management Services; Paul M. Mahoney, County Attorney, Mary H. Allen, Clerk to the Board; Anne Marie Green, Information Officer 2. 6 2 April 24, 1990 = IN RE: OPEftLftG CEREKOftIE8 - The invocation was given by John Chambliss, Assistant County Administrator for Human Services. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited by all present. IN RE: PROCLAMATIONS, RESOLUTIONS, RECOGNITIONS, AND AWARDS ~ Resolution of Congratulations to Green Valley Elementarv School upon its 25th anniversary R-42490-1 David Trumbower, Principal of Green Valley Elementary School was present to receive the resolution and introduced other committee members who planned the anniversary celebration. Supervisor McGraw moved to adopt the prepared resolution. The motion carried by the following recorded vote: AYES: Supervisors Eddy, McGraw, Johnson, Nickens, Robers NAYS: None RESOLUTION 42490-1 OF CONGRATULATIONS TO GREEN VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL UPON THEIR TWENTY-FIFTH ANNIVERSARY WHEREAS, Green Valley Elementary School was dedicated on April 25, 1965; and WHEREAS, during the past twenty-five years, Green Valley Elementary School has been an outstanding example of public education in Roanoke County; and WHEREAS, Green Valley Elementary School has received numerous honors and awards, including the following: April 24, 1990 263 - ----< P.L~;:¡.i.\,h:mL·;:¡ Cuuu\,;.i.l uu Phy~ical Fitness anð Sports Demonstration Center Freedom's Foundation Award Roanoke County PTA 1989-90 Membership Award United States Department of Education School for Excellence Finalist Roanoke County Council PTA outstanding Elementary Unit Commonwealth of Virginia outstanding Elementary School 1987-88 WHEREAS, this recognition is due to the hard work and commitment to excellence of the students, teachers, and staff of Green Valley ElemßDtary. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Roanoke County Board of Supervisors does hereby, on behalf of its members and all the citizens of the County, extend its congratulations to the students, teachers, and staff of Green Valley Elementary School on the occasion of the twenty-fifth anniversary of its dedication. On motion of Supervisor McGraw, and carried by the following recorded vote: AYES: Supervisors Eddy, McGraw, Johnson, Nickens, Robers NAYS: None ~ Resolution of Appreciation to Eleanor Knott for thirty years of service to the Roanoke County School System. R-42490-2 264 April 24, 1990 Eleanor Knott was present to receive the resolution. 1::= Supervisor Nickens moved to adopt the prepared resolution. The motion carried by the following recorded vote: AYES: Supervisors Eddy, McGraw, Johnson, Nickens, Robers NAYS: None RESOLUTION 42490-2 OF CONGRATULATIONS TO ELEANOR KNOTT FOR HER THIRTY YEARS OF SERVICE TO THE SCHOOL CHILDREN OF ROANOKE COUNTY WHEREAS, Eleanor Knott has taught in the Roanoke County Public Schools since 1960, when she began her career at william Byrd Junior High School; and WHEREAS, Mrs. Knott began teaching at Green Valley Elementary School when it opened in September, 1964; and WHEREAS, since that time, Mrs. Knott has helped to make Green Valley an outstanding part of the Roanoke County School System; and WHEREAS, the Faculty and Staff of Green Valley Elementary School have declared April 25th as Eleanor Knott Day at Green Valley Elementary. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Roanoke County Board of Supervisors does hereby, on behalf of its members and all the citizens of the County, extend its grateful appreciation and congratulations to ELEANOR KNOTT for her thirty years of service to the school children of Roanoke County. On motion of Supervisor Nickens, and carried by the April 24, 1990 265 =, following recorded vote: AYES: Supervisors Eddy, McGraw, Johnson, Nickens, Robers NAYS: None ~ Proclamation declarinq the week of April 22 - 28, 1990 as Professional Secretaries Week. Certified Professional Secretaries Wanda Riley, Susan Patterson, Cynthia Kinney, Susie Owen and Carolyn Wagner accepted the proclamation. Carolyn Wagner was further recognized for recently completing the requirements to be designated a certified Professional Secretary. Supervisor Robers moved to adopt the proclamation. The motion carried by the following recorded vote: AYES: Supervisors Eddy, McGraw, Johnson, Nickens, Robers NAYS: None IN RE: NEW BUSINESS ~ Request from the Mount Pleasant First Aid Crew for approval of matchinq funds qrant to purchase a squad truck. A-42490-3 -. Fire and Rescue Chief Tommy Fuqua reported that in 1987, a grant program was approved to assist in the purchase of fire and rescue equipment. This rescue truck is a specialized 26 6 April 24, 1990 ~ piece of equipment needed for such areas as Windy Gap Mountain t:::= and is designed to handle rope rescues, confined space rescue, collapses and entrapments. Mr. Fuqua advised that the Personnel and Equipment Committee has reviewed the request and recommended approval of County participation and funding not to exceed $30,000. Supervisor Nickens moved to approve the staff recommendation. The motion carried by the following recorded vote: AYES: Supervisors Eddy, McGraw, Johnson, Nickens, Robers NAYS: None ~ Authorization to enter into a contract with the SPCA to provide animal shelter services to the County. A-42490-4 Assistant County Administrator John Chambliss informed the Board that the current contract requires a paYment to the SPCA of $1,260 per month plus one third of the dumpster cost to cover the cost of operations. The proposed contract provides for a fee of $5 per animal per day to imnpound and care for animals delivered by Roanoke County officials. Based on the number of animals impounded during 1989, the increase would be $4,830. Mr. Chambliss explains the plans for a new SPCA facility and that they will have their own fund raising efforts. Staff recommended that the County Administrator be authorized to execute the contract with funds included in the 1990-91 budget for the April 24, 1990 267 - increase. Supervisor Johnson requested that the economic development staff look at the land that the SPCA recently sold to see if it was conditionally rezoned by the County. Supervisor Eddy asked if dog tag fees could be increased to offset the increase in the SPCA contract. Mr. Chambliss responded that the Animal Control Office is investigating this, checking with other localities and a report will be brought back to the Board. Supervisor Nickens moved Administrator to execute the contract. to authorize the County The motion carried by the following recorded vote: AYES: Supervisors Eddy, McGraw, Johnson, Nickens, Robers NAYS: None ~ Request from School Board for acceptance of federal special education preschool qrant funds. A-42490-5 Dr. Eddie Kolb, Director of Special Education presented the report on behalf of the Schools, advising that this grant totalled $25,029 of which the schools have already budgeted $3,554. The funds will be used for materials, equipment and summer school instruction for the preschool program. Supervisor Nickens moved to accept the grant. The motion carried by the following recorded vote: AYES: supervisors Eddy, McGraw, Johnson, Nickens, Robers 268 April 24, 1990 '- NAYS: None j h Request from Roanoke Area Soap Box Derbv, Inc. to construct a Soap Box Derby track at Walrond Park. A-42490-6 Mr. Chambliss was present to answer questions. In response to questions from Supervisor McGraw, Mr. Chambliss advised that the primary concern of the recreation groups was adequate parking, and the County had purchased eight acres adjacent to the land for parking. However, there is no timetable for paving of the area. He advised it won't be needed until next summer. Supervisor Johnson moved to allow the Roanoke Area Soap Box Derby to construct a track at Walrond Park. carried by the following recorded vote: The motion AYES: Supervisors Eddy, McGraw, Johnson, Nickens, Robers NAYS: None ~ Request from Strauss Construction for 100% reimbursement of the cost of off-site water facilities for Cotton Hills subdivision. A-42490-6 utility Director Clifford Craig presented the staff report, requesting that the Board authorize the use of the second half of the water off-site facility fee as a credit for off-site water facilities. Steve Strauss, representing Strauss April 24, 1990 269 ===! , Construction, was present to answer questions. Supervisor Johnson expressed concern about future growth up Bent Mountain. Supervisor Eddy agreed, but felt that utilities should be expanded closer to the urban area. Supervisor McGraw pointed out that movement continues in rural areas regardless of the level of services available. Supervisor Robers moved to approve the staff recommendation. The motion carried by the following recorded vote: AYES: Supervisors Eddy, McGraw, Johnson, Nickens, Robers NAYS: None h Request from Strauss Construction for 100% reimbursement of the cost of off-site sewer facilities at Cotton Hills subdivision. A-42490-8 Mr. Craig presented the staff report. He advised that staff recommends authorizing the credit of 100% of the sanitary sewer fees estimated to be $60,000, and sharing the remaining costs of the off-site sewer facilities with the developer on an equal basis. Supervisor Eddy suggested that easements could be obtained for sewer lines that could be used in the future as greenways. Mr. Craig responded this could be done if the board desired. Mr. Hodge felt that the concept was good but should be studied further. Z 1 0 April 24, 1990 Supervisor Nickens moved - t:::= to approve the staff recommendation. The motion carried by the following recorded vote: AYES: Supervisors Eddy, McGraw, Johnson, Nickens, Robers NAYS: None ~ Request from Town of Vinton to discontinue use of tennis courts at Vinton War Memorial. A-42490-9 Mr. Chambl iss reported that the Town of Vinton has requested that the tennis courts adjacent to the War Memorial be turned over to the Town for the purpose of converting it into additional parking. The tennis courts are not used and in need of extensive repair. The facilities are still owned by the Town of vinton but operated by Roanoke County. Mr. Chambliss recommended authorizing the County Administrator to turn the tennis courts over to the Town of Vinton to use for parking. Supervisor Nickens expressed concern about the poor shape of the tennis court but moved to approve the staff recommendation. The motion carried by the following recorded vote: AYES: Supervisors Eddy, McGraw, Johnson, Nickens, Robers NAYS: None IN RE: REQUESTS FOR WORK SESSIONS April 24, 1990 271 = ===1 ~ Request for Work Session on June 12, 1990 regarding Spring Hollow Reservoir Mr. Hodge updated the Board members on the Spring Hollow Reservoir project. Supervisor Nickens moved to set the work session for June 12, 1990. The motion carried by the following recorded vote: AYES: Supervisors Eddy, McGraw, Johnson, Nickens, Robers NAYS: None IN RE: REQUESTS FOR PUBLIC HEARING AND FIRST READING FOR REZONING ORDINANCE - CONSENT AGENDA Supervisor Johnson moved to approve first reading and public hearing dates of May 22, 1990 for the following rezoning requests. The motion carried by the following recorded vote: AYES: Supervisors Eddy, McGraw, Johnson, Nickens, Robers NAYS: None 1. An ordinance to rezone a 2.56 acre parcel from R- 1 Conditional to B-2 Conditional for the purpose of constructing a convenience store with gas pumps located on Hardy Road in the vinton Magisterial District upon the petition of Henry J. Brabham, IV 2. An ordinance to rezone a 2.25 acre parcel from B- 2 Conditional to B-2 Conditional (Amendment of Proffers) for the purposes of constructing a retail drive through window located at 4515 Brambleton Avenue in the Windsor Hills Magisterial District, upon the petition of Springwood Associates. .272 April 24, 1990 F= == IN RE: REPORTS AND INQUIRIES OF BOARD MEMBERS SUPERVISOR EDDY: (1) Expressed interest in developing a Greenway Project within Roanoke County and asked the Planning staff to study the issue and bring back a recommendation on proceeding with such a project. There was general consensus that this was a good project. Supervisor Robers suggested forming a Citizens Advisory Board to study the issue and Supervisor McGraw suggested including the Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission. Chairman Robers directed Mr. Hodge to bring back a report on a proposed Greenway Plan by May 22, 1990. (2) Announced he had attended a work session on waste management and suggested establishing a recycling committee to advise the Board of Supervisors. He asked that a report be brought back to the Board on this subject. (3) Reported that he and Delegate Steve Agee attended a meeting of the Bent Mountain School PTA and Civic Club and both assured the residents in attendance that the closing of small schools was a "dead" issue. SUPERVISOR ROBERS: Announced that a conference had been held on April 24th at VPI&SU regarding the Smart Highway. Over 275 registered to attend the conference including experts from the State, federal government, major universities and businesses. IN RE: APPOINTMENTS April 24, 1990 273 - , Supervisor Robers directed Clerk Mary Allen to contact Webb Johnson to ascertain whether he would like to be reappointed to the League of Older Americans. Supervisor Eddy directed her to inquire if Lt. Delton Jessup wishes reappointment to the Transportation and Safety Commission. IN RE: CONSENT AGENDA Supervisor Johnson moved to approve the Consent Agenda with Item 1 removed for a separate vote. The motion carried by the following recorded vote: AYES: Supervisors Eddy, McGraw, Johnson, Nickens, Robers NAYS: None Supervisor Nickens moved to approve Item 1. The motion carried by the following recorded vote: AYES: Supervisors McGraw, Johnson, Nickens, Robers NAYS: None ABSTAIN: Supervisor Eddy RESOLUTION 42490-10 APPROVING AND CONCURRING IN CERTAIN ITEMS SET FORTH ON THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS AGENDA FOR THIS DATE DESIGNATED AS ITEM J - CONSENT AGENDA BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke County, Virginia, as follows: 1. that the certain section of the agenda of the Board of Supervisors for April 24, 1990 designated as Item J- Consent Agenda be, and hereby is, approved and concurred in as to each item separately set forth in said section designated Items 1 274 April 24, 1990 - through 4, inclusive, as follows: - 1. Approval of Minutes November 15, 1989, December 19, 1989. October November 24, 28, 1989, 1989, 2. Approval of Minutes - March 27, 1990. 3. Approval of Raffle Permit - Clearbrook Rescue Auxiliary. 4. Acknowledgement from the Virginia Department of Transportation of the acceptance of .14 miles of Winesap Drive (Route 1084) into the Secondary System. 2. That the Clerk to the Board is hereby authorized and directed where required by law to set forth upon any of said items the separate vote tabulation for any such item pursuant to this resolution. On motion of Supervisor Johnson with Item 1 removed for separate vote, and carried by the following voice vote: AYES: Supervisors Eddy, McGraw, Johnson, Nickens, Robers NAYS: None Item 1, on motion of Supervisor Nickens, and carried by the following recorded vote: AYES: Supervisors McGraw, Johnson, Nickens, Robers NAYS: None ABSTAIN: Supervisor Eddy IN RE: REPORTS Supervisor Nickens moved to receive and file the following reports. The motion carried by a recorded voice vote. April 24, 1990 275 ===' 1. Capital Fund Unappropriated Balance 2. General Fund Unappropriated Balance 3. Board Contingency Fund 4. Update on Automated Library System IN RE: EMPLOYEE SERVICE AWARDS ~ Recoqnition of employees for their years of service to Roanoke County. Chairman Robers and County Administrator Elmer Hodge, assisted by Human Resources Director Keith Cook presented Certificates to Roanoke County employees in recognition of their years of service in five-year increments. Special recognition and plaques were also presented to 11 employees who have over 25 years service with Roanoke County. Mr. Hodge announced that they were the charter members of the Quarter Century Club. IN RE: RECESS Following service awards, Chairman Robers declared a recess for a reception in honor of those employees who received recognition for their service. EVENING SESSION IN RE: RECONVENEMENT At 7: 04 p.m., Chairman Robers reconvened the meeting 276 April 24, 1990 ~ for the evening session. - IN RE: PUBLIC HEARINGS 490-4 Public Hearing to receive written and oral comment concerning the proposed annual budget for fiscal year 1990-91. County Administrator Elmer Hodge presented the schedule for adoption of the budget and reviewed the priorities which were established by the Board. The following citizens spoke concerning the proposed budget for fiscal year 1990-91: 1. Matthew Banks, 129 Craig Avenue, Vinton, Vice President of the League of Older American requested increased funding for the League of Older Americans. 2. Mary L. Thompson, 323 Craig Avenue, Vinton, a member of the vinton Diners Club, requested increased funding for League of Older Americans. 3. Susan Williams, 3911 Skylark Circle, Roanoke, Executive Director of the LOA, requested increased funding for the League of Older Americans. 4. Murry White, 4774 West River Road, Chairman of the LOA Advisory Council, requested increased funding for the League of Older Americans. 5. Debra Holdren, 5027 Jonathan Lane, member of the School Budget Advisory Committee, spoke in support of increased funding for the school system. April 24, 1990 277 - 6. Mary Noon, 6715 Fair Oaks Drive, President of the Roanoke County Council of PTA's, asked for full funding of the School Board budget. 7. William Horne, 144 Rutledge Drive, Salem, a teacher at Arnold Burton, asked for increased funding for the electronics program and the School Board budget. 8. Bill Grey, 435 High Street, Salem, requested increased funding for vocational education programs. 9. Pam Kestner-Chappelear, P. O. Box 598, Roanoke, Director of Information and Referral, the Council of Community Services asked for funding of the information~ and -referral service. 10. Steve Strauss, 2776 Bobolink Lane, spoke in opposition to increasing the building and construction fees. 11. Melody Stovall, 329 Colorado Street, Salem, Executive Director of the Harrison Heritage Museum of African- American Culture, asked for funding for the museum. 12. Stanley Brosky, 1724 Grandin Road, Roanoke, Executive Director of the Virginia Museum of Transportation, requested funding for the museum. Supervisor Johnson expressed concern about misunderstandings by the citizens of the school system. He pointed out that the schools are losing population. Since the beginning of the budget process additional funds have been added to the school budget. He pointed out that this year is the largest dollar increase for the smallest number of students in 27 8 April 24, 1990 many years, and there are only six school divisions in the state - who fund education at a higher level. Supervisor McGraw pointed out that he did not support the real estate tax decrease and would support additional taxes to fully fund programs for the schools. Supervisor Nickens explained that he had supported setting aside funds for capital needs rather than decreasing the tax rate. Supervisor Eddy expressed concern about a recent editorial in the newspaper regarding school funding and reported that he had responded-with a letter to the editor. IN RE: RECESS Chairman Robers declared a brief recess prior to the next public hearings. IN RE: PUBLIC HEARING AND SECOND READING OF ORDINANCES 490-5 Ordinance amending the Roanoke County zoning Ordinance by adopting a new set of Zoning Regulations pertaining to the display of signage within Roanoke County, and repealing or amending certain existing zoning regulations pertaining to the display of signs. (CONTINUED FROM KARCH 27, 1990) 0-42490-11 Planning Director Terry Harrington reported that between March 13 and April 27, the County Administrator, Director of Planning and other staff had met with the sign industry 279 1 April 24, 1990 .~ - representatives three time to discuss and negotiate changes to the draft. He advised that fifteen different provisions were discussed and negotiated. staff agreed with seven of the sign industry's recommendations, compromises were proposed and agreed to on three provisions, and no agreement was reached on five of the recommended changes. He reviewed the changes to the proposed sign ordinance. The following citizens spoke regarding the proposed ordinance: 1. Neil Kinsey, 3771 Hummingbird Lane, who spoke regarding the following: (1) freestanding signs should be allowed on any size lots; (2) 250 foot separation between freestanding signs is too large and (3) opposed to the limit on the number of signs a business can have. 2. Don Witt, 3332 Kenwick Trail, member Planning Commission and Sign Committee advised he compromises weakened the ordinance and urged support. 3. Ted Key, Director of the Williamson Road Business Association, expressed concern about the 250 foot separation of freestanding signs. 4. Larry Etzler, 3515 Williamson concerned about the 250 foot separation of limitation of number of signs. Following discussion, the board members and staff agreed to further modify the ordinance regarding the limitation on the number of signs. of felt the the Road, signs also and was the 28 0 April 24, 1990 - Supervisor McGraw moved to adopt the ordinance as amended by the staff and Supervisor Johnson. The motion carried - by the following recorded vote: AYES: Supervisors Eddy, McGraw, Johnson, Nickens, Robers NAYS: None ORDINANCE 42490-11 ADOPTING A NEW SET OF ZONING REGULATIONS PERTAINING TO THE DISPLAY OF SIGNAGE WITHIN ROANOKE COUNTY, AND REPEALING OR AMENDING CERTAIN EXISTING ZONING REGULATIONS PERTAINING TO THE DISPLAY OF SIGNS. WHEREAS, the Roanoke County 1985 Comprehensive Development Plan recommended the update of the Roanoke County Zoning Ordinance, and, WHEREAS, the Roanoke County Planning Commission did appoint a Roanoke County Sign Subcommittee to prepare draft recommendations pertaining to the display of signage in Roanoke County; and, WHEREAS, the Commission did receive the recommendations of the Sign Subcommittee in July 1989, and did review and study these recommendations, making modifications where deemed by the Commission to be appropriate; and WHEREAS, on November 9, 1989 the Roanoke County Planning Commission did hold a public hearing in accord with Section 15.1-431 of the Code of Virginia, as amended; and WHEREAS, the first reading of this ordinance was held '\ on March 13, 1990; the second reading and public hearing was held on April 24, 1990; and April 24, 1990 28 1 - WHEREAS, legal notice for the public hearing was provided as required by law; and WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors finds that the adoption of these signage regulations is necessary and expedient in order to secure and promote the health, safety and general welfare of the inhabitants of the County, since signs directly affect the appearance, aesthetics and vitality of the community, the enhancement and preservation of property values, traffic safety, and the value of the County's industrial, commercial, residential, and agricultural areas. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke County, Virginia, as follows: 1. That the Zoning Ordinance of Roanoke County is hereby amended by repealing the following: section 21-93 Siqns. (REPEALED IN ITS ENTIRETY) section 21-20 Words and Phrases The following words and phrases are REPEALED: Administrator Sign Sign Structure section 21-22-5 R-MH Manufactured Housinq Combined District I. (e) (REPEALED IN ITS ENTIRETY) Section 21-23-3 B-3 Special Commercial District B. Signs (REPEALED IN ITS ENTIRETY) 28 2 April 24, 1990 2. That the Zoning Ordinance of Roanoke County is hereby amended by adding the following: Section 21-20 Words and Phrases The following words and phrases are added to Section 21-20 of the Roanoke County Zoning Ordinance: AGRICULTURAL PRODUCT SIGN Any sign displayed for the purpose of advertising agricultural products produced on the premises where the sign is displayed. ATTACHED SIGN Any sign that is affixed directly to a wall, roof, canopy, awning, marquee, mansard wall, parapet wall, or porch of a building, and whose face is parallel to the building element to which it is attached. Attached signs have only one face visible from a public right-of-way. AWNING A shelter constructed of nonrigid materials on a supporting framework, either freestanding, or projecting from and supported by an exterior wall of a building. AWNING SIGN A type of attached sign painted on, printed on, or otherwise affixed to the surface of an awning. BANNER A temporary sign applied to cloth, paper, flexible plastic, or fabric of any kind. BUSINESS SIGN A sign which directs attention to a profession or business conducted, or to a commodity, service activity or entertainment sold or offered, upon the premises where the sign is located, or in the building to which the sign is affixed. CONSTRUCTION SIGN A temporary sign identifying an '= April 24, 1990 283 - - architect, developer, builder, general contractor, subcontractor, material supplier, and or financing entity participating in construction on the property on which the sign is located. DIRECTIONAL SIGN Any sign displayed for the direction and convenience of the public, including signs which identify rest rooms, location of public telephones, public entrances, freight entrances or the like. ESTABLISHMENT Any business or other land use permitted by this ordinance for which a sign permit may be requested. FREESTANDING SIGN A sign which is supported by structures or supports in or upon the ground and is independent of any support from any building. GLARE A bright light which is unnecessarily cast on to property due to direct transmission, refraction, or reflection. HISTORIC SITE SIGNS A sign erected and maintained by a public agency, or non-profit historical society, that identifies the location of, and provides information about, a historic place or event. HOME OCCUPATION SIGN A sign associated with home occupation uses as provided for elsewhere in this ordinance. IDENTIFICATION SIGN A permanent on-premises sign displaying only the name of a subdivision, mUlti-family housing project, shopping center, industrial park, office park, church, school, public or quasi-public facility or similar type use. ILLUMINATED SIGN Any sign with an artificial light source incorporated internally or externally for the purpose of 2.8 4 April 24, 1990 - illuminating the sign. ~ MONUMENT SIGN A freestanding sign affixed to a structure built on-grade in which the sign and the structure are an integral part of one another. OFF-PREMISES SIGN Any sign which directs attention to a message, or business, commodity, activity, service or product not conducted, sold, or offered upon the premises where the sign is located. These signs may also be known as location signs, billboards, outdoor advertising signs, or general advertising signs. ON-PREMISES SIGN Any sign which directs attention to a business, commodity, activity, service or product conducted, sold, or offered upon the premises where the sign is located. POLITICAL CAMPAIGN SIGN A sign relating to the election of a person to public office, or a political party, or a matter to be voted upon at an election called by a duly constituted public body. PORTABLE SIGN A freestanding temporary sign that is designed to be moved easily, and is not permanently affixed to the ground. PROJECTING SIGN A sign that is affixed directly to a wall, roof, canopy, awning, marquee, mansard wall, parapet wall, or porch of a building, and whose face is roughly perpendicular to the building element to which it is attached. SHOPPING CENTER A group of commercial establishments planned, constructed and managed as a total entity with shared April 24, 1990 28 5 - access, customer and employee parking provided on-site, provision of goods delivery separated from customer access, aesthetic considerations, and protection from the elements. SIGN Any device, structure, fixture or placard using graphics, symbols, and/or written copy designed specifically for the purpose of advertising or identifying any establishment, product, goods, service, or activity. SIGN HEIGHT The vertical distance measured from grade to the highest portion of the sign or sign structure. SIGN SETBACK The minimum distance required between any property line and any portion of-a sign or sign structure. SIGN STRUCTURE The supports, uprights, bracing or framework of any structure exhibiting a sign, be it single faced, double faced, v-type or otherwise. SUSPENDED SIGN A sign that is suspended from a wall, roof, canopy, awning, marquee, mansard wall, parapet wall, or porch of a building by means of brackets, hooks or chains, and the like, and whose face is roughly perpendicular or parallel to the building element to which it is attached. TEMPORARY SIGN Any sign structure which is not permanently affixed to the ground, a building or other structure, and/or an on-premise sign applying to a seasonal or brief activity such as, but not limited to, summer camps, horse shows, yard sales, Christmas tree sales, business promotions, auctions and carnivals. For the purposes of these regulations, on-premises real estate signs and signs displayed on active construction 28 6 April 24, 1990 '- projects shall be considered temporary when displayed in - accordance with section 21-93 (J). ZONING ADMINISTRATOR The Zoning Administrator of Roanoke County, Virginia, or an authorized agent thereof. For the purposes of the Zoning Ordinance, also known as the Administrator. section 21-93 Siqns. Add the following as Section 21-93 of the Roanoke County Zoning Ordinance: section 21-93 SIGNS A. PURPOSE These sign regulations are intended to define, permit and control the use of signs. They have been established by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke County to achieve the following community goals and objectives: (l) To protect the health, safety, and welfare of the public. (2) To promote the economic growth of Roanoke County by creating a community image that is conducive to attracting new business and industrial development. (3) To distribute equitably the privilege of using the public environs to co~~unicate private information. (4) To permit reasonable legibility and effectiveness of signs and to prevent their over-concentration, improper placement and excessive height, bulk, density, and area. (5) To promote the safety of persons and property by April 24, 1990 28 7 - requiring that signs not create a hazard due to collapse, fire, decay, or abandonment. (6) To ensure that signs do not obstruct fire-fighting efforts, and do not create traffic hazards by confusing or distracting motorists or by impairing drivers' ability to see pedestrians, obstacles, or other vehicles or to read traffic signs. (7) To provide for the reasonable advertising of business and civic products and services, with recognition of the effects of signage on the character of the community. (8) To control visual elutter, and encourage high professional standards in sign design and display. (9) To establish clear procedures for the administration and enforcement of this ordinance. B. DEFINITIONS (l) Definitions pertaining to provisions of these sign regulations may be found in Section 21-20 of this ordinance. (2) Graphic representations of sign designs and terminology may be found in Section 21-93 (R) of this ordinance. These graphics should be viewed as illustrative examples only, and are not intended to be inclusive of all sign designs. c. PERMITTED SIGNS-GENERALLY (1) Any sign displayed in Roanoke County shall be in accordance with: (a) All provisions of section 21-93 of the Roanoke County Zoning Ordinance; and 28 8 April 24, 1990 (b) All applicable provisions of the Roanoke County Building Code, as adopted, and all amendments thereto; and (c) All applicable state and federal regulations pertaining to the display of signage. (2) If any two or more sections of the above referenced regulations are in conflict, the provision that provides the most restrictive standard shall apply. D. EXEMPTED SIGNS (1) The following signs shall be exempted from regulation, and may be displayed within Roanoke County without obtaining a sign permit. However, an electrical permit shall be required for any sign requiring or incorporating electrical service: - (a) Official traffic signs or similar regulatory devices owned, erected and maintained by a duly constituted governmental body. (b) Signs required to be displayed or maintained by law or governmental order, rule or regulation. (c) Memorial tablets or signs, provided they are displayed by a public or quasi-public agency. (d) Directional signs provided that each such sign does not exceed five (5) square feet per sign, and no such sign shall contain any advertising matter. (e) Street address signs, not exceeding ten (10) square feet in size. (f) Non-illuminated signs, not more than three April 24, 1990 289 - square feet in area warning trespassers or announcing property as posted. (g) Signs displayed on a truck, bus, or other vehicle while in use in the normal conduct of business. This section shall not be interpreted to permit the parking for display purposes a vehicle to which a sign is attached or the use of such a vehicle as a portable sign. (h) Flags and insignias of any government except when displayed in connection with commercial purposes. (i) On-premises real estate signs in residential or agricultural zoning districts not exceeding five (5) square feet in area, or on-premises real estate signs in commercial or industrial zoning districts not exceeding sixteen (16) square feet in area. On-premises real estate signs larger than these exempted allowances may be installed as temporary signs in accordance with section 21-93 (J) (2). (j) Clocks that display time and temperature through the use of mechanical means or the controlled display of lights, provided these devices do not display any other message. (k) Political campaign signs provided that they are located outside of the public right-of-way, and are removed within fourteen (14) days after the campaign. (l) Signs displayed between Thanksgiving and Christmas associated with the sale of Christmas trees and wreaths. (m) Signs on the inside of establishments, except 29 0 April 24, 1990 - those signs specified in sections 21-93 (E) (1) (h) and (k), which = shall not be excluded. (n) On-premises agricultural product signs associated with the seasonal and/or incidental sale of such products on property where the primary land use is residential or agricultural, provided such signs do not exceed four (4) square feet in area. E. PROHIBITED SIGNS (1) The following signs are prohibited within Roanoke County: (a) Any sign that due to its size, location, color, or illumination obscures a sign displayed by a public authority for the purpose of giving traffic or safety instructions or directions. (b) Any sign that contains or consists of pennants, ribbons, spinners, or other similar moving devices. (c) Any sign, except an official public notice, which is nailed, tacked, posted, or in any other manner attached to any utility pole, or structure supporting wire, cable, or pipe; or to public property of any description. (d) Any sign located within a public right-of- way, except for signs displayed by a duly consti tuted governmental authority. (e) (Reserved) (f) (Reserved) (g) (Reserved) April 24, 1990 29 1 - (h) Flashing or revolving lights, or beacons intended to direct attention to a location, building or service, or any similar device otherwise displayed that imitates by its design or use, emergency service vehicles or equipment. (i) (Reserved) (j) Any sign that simulates an official traffic sign or signal, and which contains the words "STOP" , "GO" , "SLOW", "CAUTION", "DANGER", "WARNING", or similar words. (k) Any sign or portion thereof that rotates, or otherwise moves through the use of electrical or wind power. This prohibition does not include the changing of messages on electronic message boards. (1) Signs advertising activities or products that are illegal under federal, state, or county law. (m) Any sign that obstructs any building door, window, or other means of egress. (n) Any electrical sign that does not display the UL, ETL, CSA, or ULC label, unless such sign is constructed, installed, and inspected in accordance with Section 2l-93 (K) (2) . (0) Signs or sign structures that are erected on, or extend over, a piece of property without the expressed written permission of the property owner or the owner's agent. (p) Any sign that due to its size, location or height obstructs the vision of motorists or pedestrians at any intersection, or similarly obstructs the vision of motorists 2 9 2~. April 24, 1990 - enter1ng a public right-of-way from private property. '-- '-- P. SIGN PERMITS (l) Except as provided in Section 2l-93 (D), no sign may be erected or displayed in Roanoke County without an approved sign permit. Applications for a sign permit may be obtained from the Roanoke County Department of Planning and Zoning. Signs that are not visible from a public right-of-way do not have to conform to the provisions of 21-93 (0) DISTRICT REGULATIONS, and the square footage of such signs shall not be included when calculating allowable signage on a lot. (2) Any owner of a parcel of land upon which a sign is to be displayed, or any authorized agent of such owner may apply for a sign permit. (3) Every application for a sign permit shall include a sketch of the property indicating the lot frontage. The application shall also indicate the square footage of all existing signs on the property, and the area, size, structure, design, location, lighting, and materials for the proposed signs on the property. In addition, the Zoning Administrator may require that the application contain any other information that is necessary to ensure compliance with, or effectively administer, these regulations. (4) A non-refundable sign permit fee is due and payable with the filing of a sign permit application. More than one sign on one building or group of buildings located on the same parcel of land may be included on one application provided that all such April 24, 1990 29 3 - - signs be applied for at one time. (5) After the issuance of an approved sign permit, the applicant may install and display any such sign or signs approved. Once installed, the Zoning Administrator may inspect the sign(s) for conformance with the approved sign permit and this ordinance. If the displayed sign(s), due to size, location, height, or number do not conform to the information on the approved sign permit, or the applicable standards of this ordinance, the Zoning Administrator shall notify the applicant in accordance with section 21-93 (G). (6) Any sign permit issued shall be null and void if any sign for which the permit was issued is not installed in accordance with the permit within six (6) months of the date the permit was approved. (7) Maintenance, repair, or restoration of nonconforming signs shall be in accordance with Section 21-93 (M). If the value of such work exceeds fifty (50) percent of its replacement value, it shall only be authorized after the approval of a sign permit application. G. ENFORCEMENT (1) The Zoning Administrator shall have the responsibility for enforcing the provisions of this ordinance. The Zoning Administrator may, as necessary, solicit the assistance of other local and state officials and agencies to assist with this enforcement. 29 4 April 24, 1990 (2) Property owners, sign permit applicants, and/or establishment owners/managers, as applicable, shall be notified in writing of violations of the provisions of this ordinance. The Zoning Administrator shall, in the notice of violation, state the nature of the violation, the date that it was observed, and the remedy or remedies necessary to correct the violation. The Zoning Administrator may establish a reasonable time period for the correction of the violation, however in no case shall such time period exceed 15 days from the date of written notification. (3) If the violation is not corrected within the time period specified in the first notification, a second written notice shall be sent. The second notification shall request compliance with these provisions within a period not to exceed seven (7) days. (4) If the Zoning Administrator is not able to obtain compliance with these provisions in accordance with the procedures outline above, civil and/or criminal procedures may be initiated in accordance with County law. - H. MEASUREMENT OF SIGN AREA (1) Sign area shall be calculated as follows: (a) The area of a suspended, attached, or projecting sign, where the letters, numerals, or sYmbols are on a sign surface which is hung or affixed to a structure, shall be the total area of the hung or affixed surfaces. (b) The area of an attached sign where the sign consists of words, sYmbols, or numerals painted on or affixed to April 24, 1990 29 5 - a wall, fence, or other building element shall be the entire area within a continuous perimeter enclosing the extreme limits of each word, group of words, symbol, numeral, groups of symbols, or groups of numerals, where the symbols or numbers are meant to be read as a unit. (c) The area of a freestanding sign shall be the total area of all surfaces (excluding poles or other support structures) visible from the public right-of-way. For double or multi-faced signs, only the area of surfaces visible at anyone time, at anyone point on the public right-of-way shall be measured when calculating sign area. (d) The area of monument-type freestanding signs shall be determined by (1) the size of the copy area, (2) visual breaks in the structural components of the sign, and/or (3) variation in the monuments color scheme. (2) In situations where these criteria do not provide guidance in determining sign area, the zoning administrator shall determine the size of the sign. I. CALCULATION OF ALLOWABLE SIGN AREA ON CORNER LOTS (1) On corner lots, the front shall be either (a) the side fronting the street providing major access, or (b) the side which the main entrance of the structure faces. In situations where neither of these methods clearly distinguishes the front, the Zoning Administrator shall make a determination. (2) For commercial or industrial uses, the front shall not be a primarily residential street. 29 6 . April 24, 1990 - (3) On corner lots where a building or buildings face more than one street, sign area shall be allowed for front lineal footage as indicated in the district regulations, and for one half the side street frontage, provided: (a) The side street does not front on a primarily residential area; (b) Sign area as determined by each frontage is placed only on the frontage from which it is determined. J. TEMPORARY SIGNS (1) Any person wishing to display a temporary sign must apply for a sign permit pursuant to Section 21-93 (F). Except as provided in Sections (2) and (3) below, pertaining to real estate and construction signs, temporary signs shall comply with the following standards: (a) Each business or use on a lot shall be allowed to display a temporary sign a maximum of four (4) times per calendar year. No business may display temporary signage for more than one hundred twenty (120) days per calendar year. Businesses that wish to display temporary signage in excess of these provisions may apply for a permanent sign permit which shall be evaluated against the applicable district standards. (b) Only one portable sign may be displayed on a lot or at a shopping center, at anyone time. Any portable sign displayed shall have a minimum sign setback of 40 feet from the centerline of any public right-of-way, or 15 feet from any front property line, whichever is greater. April 24, 1990 29 7 - (c) No business or establishment shall display more than two temporary signs simultaneously and the total square footage of any temporary signs displayed at one time shall not exceed sixty (60) square feet. (2) Real estate signs greater than sixteen (16) square feet in commercial or industrial zoning districts or greater than five (5) square feet in agricultural or residential zoning districts may be installed on a lot provided that each such sign does not exceed ninety-six (96) square feet in area, and has a minimum sign setback of fifteen (15) feet from any public right- of-way. All real estate signs must be removed wi thin 14 days after the property has been sold or leased. (3) On premises construction signs may be installed on active construction sites. No construction sign shall exceed ninety-six (96) square feet in area. Any such sign must have a minimum sign setback of fifteen (15) feet from any public right- of-way. All construction signs must be removed from a construction site prior to the issuance of a certificate of occupancy for the building or project. K. ILLUMINATED SIGNS (1) Signs may be illuminated either through the use of backlighting or direct lighting provided the following standards are met: (a) Information on any illumination proposed as part of a sign must be provided by the applicant on the sign permit application. 29 8 April 24, 1990 - (b) (Reserved) - (c) No light from any illuminated sign shall cause direct glare into or upon any building other than the building to which the sign is related. (d) No light from any illuminated sign shall cause direct glare on to any adjoining piece of property, or any adjoining right-of-way. (2) Any sign containing electrical components shall conform to current UL, ETL, CSA, or ULC standards and display a label from one of these recognized testing labs; or as an alternative, shall be designed and constructed to standards that would allow one of the above referenced labels to be affixed and thereafter inspected by Roanoke County to insure compliance with these standards. L. PROJECTING AND SUSPENDED SIGNS (1) No projecting or suspended sign shall extend more than six (6) feet from any wall or other structure to which it is affixed, nor shall any such sign have a setback of less than fifteen (l5) feet from the nearest public right-of-way. (2) The bottom edge of any proj ecting or suspended sign must be at least seven (7) feet above the ground if located above any publicly accessible walkway or driveway. (3) No projecting or suspended sign shall project or suspend over an adjoining lot, without the expressed written consent of the adjoining property owner. M. NONCONFORMING SIGNS April 24, 1990 299 : .. = (1) Nonconforming signs-General~y. Any sign which was lawfully in existence at the time of the effective date of this ordinance which does not conform to the provisions herein, and any sign which is accessory to a nonconforming use, shall be deemed a nonconforming sign and may remain except as qualified in section (2), below. No nonconforming sign shall be enlarged, extended, structurally reconstructed, or altered in any manner; except a sign face may be changed so long as the new face is equal to, or reduced in height, sign area, and/or projection. (a) The addition of lighting or illumination to a nonconforming sign, shall constitute aon expallsion of a nonconforming structure, and shall not be permitted under these regulations. (2) Removal of Nonconforming signs. Nonconforming signs may remain, provided they are kept in good repair, except for the following: (a) Damaqe or destruction of a non-conforming sign. A nonconforming sign which is destroyed or damaged to the extent exceeding fifty (50) percent of its replacement value shall not be altered, replaced or reinstalled unless it is in conformance with these sign regulations. If the damage or destruction is fifty (50) percent or less of its replacement value, the sign may be restored within ninety (90) days of the damage or destruction, but shall not be enlarged in any manner. (b) Damaqe or destruction of use. A nonconforming on-premises sign shall be removed if the structure 30 0 April 24, 1990 - or use to Wh1Ch 1t is accessory is destroyed or demolished to the - extent exceeding fifty (50) percent of the principal structures value. (c) Chanqe of Zoning. Whenever a change of zoning occurs by petition of the owner, contract purchaser with the owner's consent, or the owner's agent upon a lot which contains a nonconforming on-premises sign, such sign shall not be permitted without being modified in such a manner as to be in full compliance with these sign regulations. (d) Reserved N. DAMAGED OR NEGLECTED SIGNS (1) The Chief Building Official of Roanoke County shall have the authority to order the removal, without compensation, of any sign or sign structure that due to neglect or damage poses a clear danger to the health, safety and welfare of the public. o. DISTRICT REGULATIONS (1) A-1 ZONING DISTRICT (a) Lots within an A-1 district shall be allowed a maximum signage allocation not to exceed one-quarter (.25) square foot of sign area per 1 lineal foot of lot frontage. The following signs shall be allowed in the A-l District subject to the regulations contained herein: BUSINESS SIGNS Each permitted business in an A-1 district shall be allowed a maximum of fifty (50) square feet of sign area, provided that the total signage on the lot does not April 24, 1990 30 1 ~ exceed the allowable maximum as defined in (a) above. Businesses that request sign permits for lots that meet or exceed their allowable sign allocation shall be allowed a maximum of twenty- five (25) square feet of signage. IDENTIFICATION SIGNS A maximum of thirty (30) square feet shall be allowed per use. HOME OCCUPATION SIGNS A maximum of two (2) square feet shall be allowed per home occupation, or group of home occupations within one home. HISTORIC SITE SIGNS A maximum of fifteen (15) square feet shall be allowed per sign. - TEMPORARY SIGNS Temporary signs shall be allowed in accordance with Section 21-93 (J). (b) No freestanding sign shall be allowed on any lot having less than two hundred (200) feet of lot frontage. The required minimum separation for freestanding signs on a lot or lots under single ownership or control shall be 250 feet. No freestanding sign shall be located within fifteen (15) feet of any other freestanding sign on an adjacent or adjoining lot. (c) Any freestanding sign erected must have a minimum sign setback of 40 feet from the centerline of any public right-of-way, or 15 feet from any front property line, whichever is greater. (d) No freestanding sign shall exceed fifteen (15) feet in height. (e) No establishment shall be allowed more than 30 2 April 24, 1990 - four (4) signs. (2) RESIDENTIAL ZONING DISTRICT REGULATIONS (a) Lots within R-E, R-l, R-2, R-3, R-4, R-MH, R- 5, and R-6 districts shall be allowed a maximum signage t:::= allocation not to exceed one-quarter (.25) square foot of sign area per 1 lineal foot of lot frontage. The following signs shall be allowed in the R-E, R-1, R-2, R-3, R-4, R-MH, R-5, and R-6 Districts subject to the regulations contained herein: BUSINESS SIGNS Each permitted business in a residential district shall be allowed a maximum of thirty (30) square feet of sign area, provided that the total signage on the lot does not exceed the allowable maximum as defined in (a) above. Businesses that request sign permits for lots that meet or exceed their allowable sign allocation shall be allowed a maximum of twenty-five (25) square feet of signage. IDENTIFICATION SIGNS A maximum of thirty (30) square feet shall be allowed per use. HOME OCCUPATION SIGNS A maximum of two (2) square feet shall be allowed per home occupation, or group of home occupations within one home. HISTORIC SITE SIGNS A maximum of fifteen (15) square feet shall be allowed per sign. TEMPORARY SIGNS Temporary signs shall be allowed in accordance with Section 2l-93 (J). (b) No freestanding sign shall be allowed on any April 24, 1990 30 3 !~ - lot having less than two hundred (200) feet of lot frontage. The required minimum separation for freestanding signs on a lot or lots under single ownership or control shall be 250 feet. No freestanding sign shall be located within fifteen (15) feet of any other freestanding sign on an adjacent or adjoining lot. (c) Any freestanding sign erected must have a minimum sign setback of 40 feet from the centerline of any public right-of-way, or 15 feet from any front property line, whichever is greater. (d) No freestanding sign shall exceed ten (10) feet in height. (e) No establishment shall be allowed more than two (2) signs. (3) B-1 OFFICE DISTRICT REGULATIONS (a) Lots within a B-1 district shall be allowed a maximum signage allocation not to exceed one-half (.5) square foot of sign area per 1 lineal foot of lot frontage. The following signs shall be allowed in the B-1 Office District subject to the regulations contained herein: BUSINESS SIGNS Each permitted business in a B-1 district shall be allowed a maximum of five hundred (500) square feet of sign area, provided that the total signage on the lot does not exceed the allowable maximum as defined in (a) above. Businesses that request sign permits for lots that meet or exceed their allowable sign allocation shall be allowed a maximum of twenty-five (25) square feet of signage. 3 0 4 .i April 24, 1990 - IDENTIFICATION SIGNS Identification signs shall be subject to the same regulations as business signs within this zone. HISTORIC SITE SIGNS A maximum of fifteen (15) square feet shall be allowed per sign. TEMPORARY SIGNS Temporary signs shall be allowed in accordance with section 21-93 (J). (b) No on-premises freestanding sign shall be allowed on any lot having less than one hundred (100) feet of lot frontage. The required minimum separation for freestanding signs on a lot or lots under single ownership or control shal~-be 250 feet. No freestanding sign shall be located within fifteen (15) feet of any other freestanding sign on an adjacent or adjoining lot. (c) Any freestanding sign erected must have a minimum sign setback of 40 feet from the centerline of any public right-of-way, or 15 feet from any front property line, whichever is greater. (d) No freestanding sign shall exceed fifteen (15) feet in height. (e) No establishment shall be allowed more than four (4) signs. (4) B-2 GENERAL COMMERCIAL DISTRICT REGULATIONS (a) Lots within a B-2 district shall be allowed a maximum signage allocation not to exceed one and one-half (1.50) square feet of sign area per 1 lineal foot of lot frontage. = April 24, 1990 30 5 The following signs shall be allowed in the B-2 General Commercial District subject to the regulations contained herein: BUSINESS SIGNS Each permitted business in a B-2 district shall be allowed a maximum of five hundred (500) square feet of sign area, provided that the total signage on the lot does not exceed the allowable maximum as defined in (a) above. Businesses that request sign permits for lots that meet or exceed their allowable sign allocation shall be allowed a maximum of twenty-five (25) square feet of signage. IDENTIFICATION SIGNS Identification signs shall be subject to the same regulations as business signs within this zone. HISTORIC SITE SIGNS A maximum of fifteen (15) square feet shall be allowed per sign. TEMPORARY SIGNS Temporary signs shall be allowed in accordance with section 21-93 (J). (b) No on-premises freestanding sign shall be allowed on any lot having less than one hundred (100) feet of lot frontage. The required minimum separation for freestanding signs on a lot or lots under single ownership or control shall be 250 feet. No freestanding sign shall be located within fifteen (15) feet of any other freestanding sign on an adjacent or adjoining lot. (c) Any freestanding sign erected must have a minimum sign setback of 40 feet from the centerline of any public right-of-way, or 15 feet from any front property line, whichever 3 0 6 ~~ April 24, 1990 - is greater. - (d) No freestanding sign shall exceed twenty- five (25) feet in height. (e) No establishment shall be allowed more than five (5) signs. (5) B-3 SPECIAL COMMERCIAL DISTRICT REGULATIONS (a) Lots within a B-3 district shall be allowed a maximum signage allocation not to exceed two (2.0) square feet of sign area per 1 lineal foot of lot frontage. The following signs shall be allowed in the B-3 Special Commercial District subject to the regulations contained herein: BUSINESS SIGNS Each business in a B-3 district shall be allowed a maximum of five hundred (500) square feet of sign area, provided that the total signage on the lot does not exceed the allowable maximum as defined in (a) above. Businesses that request sign permits for lots that meet or exceed their allowable sign allocation shall be allowed a maximum of twenty-five (25) square feet of signage. IDENTIFICATION SIGNS Identification signs shall be subject to the same regulations as business signs within this zone. HISTORIC SITE SIGNS A maximum of fifteen (15) square feet shall be allowed per sign. TEMPORARY SIGNS Temporary signs shall be allowed in accordance with section 21-93 (J). (b) No on-premises freestanding sign shall be April 24, 1990 30 7 ~ - allowed on any lot having less than one hundred (100) feet of lot frontage. The required minimum separation for freestanding signs on a lot or lots under single ownership or control shall be 250 feet. No freestanding sign shall be located within fifteen (15) feet of any other freestanding sign on an adjacent or adjoining lot. (c) Any freestanding sign erected must have a minimum sign setback of 40 feet from the centerline of any public right-of-way, or 15 feet from any front property line, whichever is greater. (d) No freestanding sign shall exceed twenty- five (25) feet in height. (e) No establishment shall be allowed more than five (5) signs. (6) INDUSTRIAL ZONING DISTRICT REGULATIONS (a) Lots within M-1, M-2, and M-3 districts shall be allowed a maximum signage allocation not to exceed one and one-half (l.5) square feet of sign area per 1 lineal foot of lot frontage. The following signs shall be allowed in the M-1, M-2, and M-3 districts subject to the regulations contained herein: BUSINESS SIGNS Each business in an industrial zoning district shall be allowed a maximum of three hundred (300) square feet of sign area, provided that the total signage on the lot does not exceed the allowable maximum as defined in (a) above. Businesses that request sign permits for lots that meet or exceed 30 8'. April 24, 1990 their allowable sign allocation shall be allowed a maximum of twenty-five (25) square feet of signage. HISTORIC SITE SIGNS A maximum of fifteen (15) square feet shall be allowed per sign. IDENTIFICATION SIGNS Identification signs shall be subject to the same regulations as business signs within this zone. - TEMPORARY SIGNS Temporary signs shall be allowed in accordance with Section 21-93 (J) (b) No on-premises freestanding sign shall be allowed on any lot having less than one hundred (100) feet of lot frontage. The required minimum separation for freestanding signs on a lot or lots under single ownership or control shall be 250 feet. No freestanding sign shall be located within fifteen (15) feet of any other freestanding sign on an adjacent or adjoining lot. (c) Any freestanding sign erected must have a minimum sign setback of 40 feet from the centerline of any public right-of-way, or 15 feet from any front property line, whichever is greater. (d) No freestanding sign shall exceed twenty- five (25) feet in height. (e) No establishment shall be allowed more than five (5) signs. P. SPECIAL SIGNAGE DISTRICTS AND REGULATIONS (1) OFF-PREMISES SIGNS Off-premises signs shall be April 24, 1990 30 9 - allowed in the B-2, B-3, M-l, M-2 and M-3 Districts provided the following location and design standards are met: (a) No off-premises sign shall be located within a five hundred (500) foot radius of an existing off-premises sign, or an off-premises sign for which a valid permit has been obtained, but has not yet been erected. (b) No off-premises sign shall be located within two hundred (200) feet of any residential zoning district, public square, park, school, library, or church. (c) No off-premises sign shall be allowed to be installed on any roof structure, nor shall any such sign exceed 35 feet in height above the abutting road. (d) Side by side, double and multi-decker off- premises signs shall not be permitted. (e) Any off-premises sign must have a minimum sign setback of 40 feet from the centerline of any public right- of-way, or 15 feet from any front property line, whichever is greater. Any off-premises sign shall have a minimum side and/or rear yard setback of fifteen (15) feet. (f) The maximum size of any off-premises sign on a lot shall be 378 square feet plus 10% for embellishments. (2) USE NOT PROVIDED FOR PERMITS In conjunction with the approval of any Use Not Provided For Permit, the Board of Supervisors, after consideration of the advice and recommendation of the Planning Commission, shall impose sign limitations for the use as may be deemed appropriate. Prior to acting, the Planning J10 April 24, 1990 Commission and the Board shall consider the nature of the use, its public display and advertising needs, and the impact of any signage scheme on the character of the surrounding area. (3) PLANNED DEVELOPMENTS A signage plan shall be submitted as part of any proposal for a Planned Unit Development (PUD) or a Planned Commercial Development (PCD) as authorized elsewhere in this ordinance. The signage plan shall be part of the required preliminary development plan. All signage plans shall be of sufficient detail to allow the Commission and Board of Supervisors to judge the compatibility of the proposed signage with the character of the proposed PUD or PCD. At a minimum, all signage plans shall provide information on the general size, location, style, color, and materials of all signs proposed. In evaluating the PUD or PCD proposal, the Commission and Board shall consider the appropriateness of the proposed signage plan in relation to the character of the proposed development, and the surrounding area. (4) AIRPORT IMPACT ZONES The allowable height of signs within any established Airport Impact Zone shall be governed by the height restriction for that zone, or the height restriction imposed by the applicable district regulation, whichever is more restrictive. (5) SITE DEVELOPMENT PLANS site development plans for new commercial and industrial development projects shall show the general location of any freestanding sign proposed. site plans shall be designed so that freestanding signs may be placed on a - April 24, 1990 311 - lot in a location that conforms to these provisions. (6) LOTS WITHOUT PUBLIC STREET FRONTAGE Lots without public street frontage that existed upon the effective date of this ordinance shall be allowed signage based upon the applicable district regulations as provided for in section 21-93 (0) of this ordinance. Permitted signage shall be calculated based upon the frontage width of the lot that parallels the nearest public street. Q. VARIANCES (1) Requests for variances to these sign regulations shall follow the procedures outlined in section 21-123 (B) of the Zoning Ordinance. The Board of Zoning Appeals, in considering any variance request, shall follow the guidelines of this section, and section 15.1-495 of the Code of Virginia, (1950), as amended. The power to grant variances does not extend to an economic hardship related to the cost, size or location of a new sign, or to the convenience of an applicant, nor should it be extended to the convenience of regional or national businesses which propose to use a standard sign when it does not conform to the provisions of this section. R. GRAPHICS (1) The graphics incorporated herein are provided as illustrative examples of various sign types and sign related terminology used in this ordinance. As such they are not intended to be inclusive of all sign designs. 3. Severability 3 1 2 ~l April 24, 1990 - The sections, paragraphs, sentences, and clauses of - this ordinance are severable, and if any phrase, clause, sentence, paragraph, or section of this ordinance shall be declared unconstitutional, or invalid by the valid judgement or decree of a court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining phrases, clauses, sentences, paragraphs, and sections of this ordinance shall remain valid. 4. This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect on and after the date of its adoption, April 24, 1990. On motion of Supervisor McGraw to adopt ordinance as amended by staff and including Supervisor Johnson's amendments, and carried by the following recorded vote: AYES: Supervisors Eddy, McGraw, Johnson, Nickens, Robers NAYS: None 490-6 An ordinance rezoning 51.62 acres from M-2 to R-1 for the purpose of allowing the development of a residential subdivision, located off Route 939 (Aerospace Rd.) in the vinton Magisterial District, upon the request of Aerospace Research Corporation. Mr. Harrington presented the staff report, advising there was no opposition to the request at the Planning Commission hearing. He explained that all lots in the proposed subdivision shall contain a minimum land area of one acre and there will be a minimum 50 foot buffer year maintained between the M-2 and R-1 properties. Supervisor Eddy stated he felt that residential uses should be discouraged in rural areas and would not support the April 24, 1990 31 3 - should be discouraged in rural areas and would not support the ===1 rezoning because of lack of water and sewer. Supervisor Nickens moved to approve the petition. The motion was denied by the following recorded vote: AYES: Supervisors McGraw, Nickens NAYS: Supervisors Eddy, Johnson, Robers The petitioner was present and asked why this development was being denied when there are other homes all around the proposed subdivision. Supervisor Nickens agreed with the petitioner and stated that the Board should be consistent and deny all rezonings which are not served by water and sewer. Supervisor McGraw pointed out that the terrain of the property will not allow industrial development and lack of water and sewer will not limit residential areas. Supervisor Johnson moved to reconsider the vote on the rezoning. The motion carried by the following recorded vote: AYES: Supervisors McGraw, JOhnson, Nickens, Robers NAYS: Supervisor Eddy Supervisor Johnson moved to table the rezoning, explaining that this will allow the issue to be brought back to the Board for another vote without the petitioner going through the entire rezoning process again. The motion carried by the following recorded vote: AYES: Supervisors McGraw, Johnson, Nickens, Robers NAYS: Supervisor Eddy 490-7 An ordinance to rezone approximately 7.64 3 1 1I April 24, 1990 ~ 0-42490-12 acres from A-l to B-2 for general office located north of Plantation Road in Hollins Magisterial District, upon request of Dominion Bankshares, Inc. 1= use, the the Mr. Harrington presented the staff report, advising that the petitioner has not submitted a site plan and traffic circulation cannot be determined without a site plan. There are two proffered conditions concerning permitted uses and signage. Two citizens was concerned about drainage at the Planning Commission meeting and The Planning Commission recommendation approval with one abstention. Supervisor Eddy advised he did not support a B-2 rezoning because of other potential uses for the property and questioned why the request was not for B-1. Richard Shawh was present, representing Dominion Bank. He asked that the proffer limiting signage be changed to comply with the new sign ordinance. Mr, Shawh responded to Supervisor Eddy that the B-2 request was less limiting regarding uses and signage. Supervisor Eddy advised he supported the continued expansion of Dominion Bank but could not vote for the rezoning. County Attorney Paul Mahoney suggested the board eliminate the signage proffered condition rather than change it. Supervisor Johnson moved to approve the rezoning with the condition regarding signage eliminated. The motion carried by the following recorded vote: AYES: Supervisors Johnson, Nickens, Robers NAYS: Supervisor Eddy April 24, 1990 315 - ABSTAIN: Supervisor McGraw ORDINANCE 42490-12 TO CHANGE THE ZONING CLASSIFICATION OF A 7.64 ACRES TRACT OF REAL ESTATE LOCATED NORTH OF PLANTATION ROAD (TAX MAP NOS. 27.06-5-2 and 27.06-5-9) IN THE HOLLINS MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT FROM THE ZONING CLASSIFICATION OF A-1 TO THE ZONING CLASSIFICATION OF B-2 WITH CONDITIONS UPON THE APPLICATION OF DOMINION BANKSHARES WHEREAS, the first reading of this ordinance was held on March 27, 1990, and the second reading and public hearing was held April 24, 1990; and, WHEREAS, the Roanoke County Planning Commission held a public hearing on this matter on April 3, 1990; and, WHEREAS, legal notice and advertisement has been provided as required by law. BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke County, Virginia, as follows: l. That the zoning classification of a certain tract of real estate containing 7.64 acres, as described herein, and located north of Plantation Road, (Tax Map Numbers 27.06-5-2 and 27.06-5-9) in the Hollins Magisterial District, is hereby changed from the zoning classification of A-l, Agricultural District, to the zoning classification of B-2, General Commercial District. 2. That this action is taken upon the appl ication of Dominion Bankshares. 3. That said real estate is more fully described as follows: 31 6 April 24, 1990 PARCEL 1 - BEGINNING at a point on the easterly line of Virginia Route No. 115, Plantation Road, corner to Roger Page, Jr. lot (see Deed Book 858, page 20), being corner No. 5 on the plat made by C. B. Malcolm, S.C.E., dated September 11, 1943; thence with the said easterly line of said Virginia Route No. ll5, Plantation Road, N. 19 deg. 20' W. 384.00 feet, more or less, to a point; thence still with the line of said Virginia Route No. ll5, Plantation Road, N. 57 deg. 52' E. lO.O feet to a point, corner to James A. Stephens' 30-foot wide parcel; thence with the southerly line of said James A. Stephens' 30-foot wide parcel, N. 57 deg. 52' E. 286.04 feet to a point; thence with the easterly line of said James A. Stephens' 30-wide parcel, N. 26 deg. 20' W. 30.0 feet to a point being the southeast corner of the Guy o. Plymale parcel (see Deed Book 553, page 525) and also being the southwest corner of the Alfred L. Hughes and wife lot (see Deed Book 505, page 458); thence with the southerly line of said Alfred L. Hughes and wife lot, N. 57 deg. 00' E. (N. 58 deg. 15' E.) 98.9 feet to a point, corner to Richard T. Dillon and wife parcel (see Deed Book 773, page 141) and also corner to o. H. Huffman land, and being corner No. 3 on the said C. B. Malcolm plat; thence with the line of said o. H. Huffman land, S. 23 deg. 52' E. 399 feet to a point on line of the First National Exchange Bank of Virginia (now Dominion Bank, National Association) tract, being corner No. 4 on said C. B. Malcolm plat; thence with the line of said First National Exchange Bank of Virginia (now Dominion Bank, National Association) and also Roger Page, Jr., lot S. 58 deg. 16' W. 427.0 feet to the place of BEGINNING less .333 acre parcel under separate contract with the Virginia Department of Transportation; and r BEING the same property conveyed by Bertram H. Riley and Mary E. Riley by deed dated March 8, 1971, and of record in the Clerk's Office of the Circuit Court of Roanoke County, Virginia, in Deed Book 9l3, page 503 LESS the .333 parcel under separate contract with the Virginia Department of Transportation. PARCEL 2 BEGINNING at an iron pin on the southerly line of Virginia Secondary Route No. l895, corner to Tract 4 of the division of the lands of o. H. and Lila Huffman conveyed unto Raymond B. and Hazel H. Huffman in Deed Book 1004, page 686; thence with the line of said Tract April 24, 1990 31 7 = 4, S. 29 deg. 5l' 08" E. 525.8l feet to an iron pin, corner to the First National Exchange Bank (now Dominion Bank, National Association) parcel; thence with the same, S. 57 deg. 31' 40" W. 380.71 feet to an iron pin, corner to the lands formerly owned by G. H. and Mary E. Riley; thence with the same N. 2l deg. 37' 37" W. 318.91 feet to an iron pin, corner to the parcel of land formerly belonging to A. B. McDaniel and wife (Deed Book 463, page 277); thence with the same, N. 62 deg. 1l' 18" E. 60.83 feet to an iron pin, corner also to said parcel formerly belonging to said A. B. McDaniel and wife; thence further with the same, N. 21 deg. 37' 37" W. 228.97 feet to an iron pin in the south line of said Virginia Secondary Route No. 1895; thence with the same the following three courses and distances: N. 61 deg. 26' 07" E. l47 . 04 feet to a Virginia Department of Highway Monument; thence N. 28 deg. 33' 52" W. lO.OO feet to a iron pin; and thence N. 62 deg. 18' 59" E. 93.98 feet to the place of BEGINNING, and containing 3.84404 acres, being Tract 2 as shown on a map prepared by RaYmond B. Huffman showing the survey of a division of the lands of O.H. and Lila Huffman, situate in the Catawba Magisterial District of Roanoke County, Virginia, dated July 26, 1974, and made by RaYmond E. Robertson, Engineer and Surveyor, a copy of which is of record in Deed Book 1004, page 689, reference to which map is hereby specifically made; and BEING the same property conveyed by Lila E. Huffman by deed dated June lO, 1975, of record in the Clerk's Office of the Circuit Court for the County of Roanoke, Virginia, in Deed Book 1019, page 660. 4. That the Church of God, as owner of the real estate, has voluntarily proffered in writing the following conditions which the Board of Supervisors hereby accepts: a. The property will not included permitted uses for undertaking establishments and funeral homes; public billiard parlors, poolrooms, bowling alleys, golf driving ranges and similar forms of public amusement; animal hospitals or clinics and commercial kennels; flea markets; home for adults; clinics, '318 April 24, 1990 - hospitals and nursing homes; and public dance halls. - e. £iqnaqe shall be limited to 1.25 square feet per lineal foot of street frontage. 5. That the effective date of this ordinance shall April 24, 1990. On motion of Supervisor Johnson to adopt ordinance amended that the proffered condition #2 regarding signage be deleted as contained in paragraph 4.b., and carried by the following recorded vote: AYES: Supervisors Johnson, Nickens, Robers NAYS: Supervisor Eddy XBSTAIN: Supervisor McGraw 490-8 An ordinance issuing a Use Not Provided for Permit allowing a series of 16 weekly summer concerts at Valleypointe, near the intersection of Peters Creek Road and Valleypointe Blvd. in the Hollins Magisterial District, upon the request of the Easter Seal Society of Virginia. 0-42490-13 Mr. Harrington advised this request is to hold a series of concerts sponsored by the Easter Seal Society. The primary concern of the Planning Commission was the parking facilities for those who attend. There is not enough off-street parking at the site at this time. There was also concern expressed about the airport clear zone and handling of the traffic flow at the intersection of Peters Creek Road. The Planning Commission recommended approval for a one-year period to evaluate the April 24, 1990 31 9 - operat~on. - Horace MCPherson, 356l Forester Road, announced he owned property near the proposed site of the concerts. He expressed concern about the traffic situation coming onto Peters Creek Road and going into Valleypointe. Supervisor Johnson advised there were solutions such as shuttle service from other locations. In response to questions from Supervisor Eddy, Mr. Harrington replied there will be personnel at the site to direct traffic and parking to the proper areas. Supervisor Eddy suggested the permit be approved subject to a plan submitted by the petitioner for parking and traffic movement. Mr. Harrington responded the Planning staff did not have the expertise to evaluate such a plan. Supervisor Nickens also expressed concern about the lack of adequate parking and traffic circulation. Susan Knight, Easter Seal Society, was present to answer questions. She described the plans for the parking that were developed by Valleypointe and Al Lingerfelt, and advised if the concerts are successful, they are considering shuttle service from other areas. She responded to a question from Supervisor Robers that the concerts will be held at the Salem civic or the Lancerlot in case of rain. Supervisor Johnson moved to approve the ordinance amended that the permit is valid from May l7, 1990 to September 20, 1990. The motion carried by the following recorded vote: AYES: Supervisors McGraw, Johnson, Nickens, Robers 32 0 ~ April 24, 1990 NAY::): None - ABSTAIN: Supervisor Eddy ORDINANCE 42490-l3 AUTHORIZING A US E-NOT-PROVI DE D-FOR PERMIT TO ALLOW SIXTEEN (16) CONCERTS LOCATED AT VALLEYPOINTE IN THE HOLLINS MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT UPON THE APPLICATION OF THE EASTER SEAL SOCIETY OF VIRGINIA, INC. WHEREAS, the first reading of this ordinance was held on March 27, 1990, and the second reading and public hearing was held April 24, 1990; and, WHEREAS, the Roanoke County Planning Commission held a public hearing on this matter on April 3, 1990; and, WHEREAS, legal notice and advertisement has been provided as required by law. BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke County, Virginia, as follows: 1. That a use-not-provided-for permit allowing sixteen (16) summer concerts beginning May l7, 1990, through September 20, 1990, to be held on a certain tract of real estate containing 5.l acres (Tax Map Number 37.07-l-14.4) located at Valleypointe Corporate Development Community in the Hollins Magisterial District is hereby authorized. 2. That this action is taken upon the application of The Easter Seal Society of Virginia, Inc. 3. That the effective date of this ordinance shall be April 24, 1990. On motion of Supervisor Johnson to adopt ordinance April 24, 1990 32 1 - - amending that the permit is valid from May l7, 1990, to September 20, 1990, and carried by the following recorded vote: AYES: Supervisors McGraw, Johnson, Nickens, Robers NAYS: None ABSTAIN: Supervisor Eddy 490-9 An ordinance to amend the Future Land Use Plan map designation of approximately 0.5 acre from Neighborhood Conservation to Transi tion and to rezone said property from R-1 to B-1 for office use, located at 5304 Malvern Road, in the Hollins Magisterial District, upon the request of Irvin Warren simpson. 0-42490-14 Mr. Harrington reported that the primary significant factor identified was the concern that approval of this rezoning would open the door for similar commercial rezoning requests in that area since this area is designated Neighborhood Conservation. The petitioner proffered that this structure will be used only as an office. The Planning Commission recommended denial of the petition and the Land Use amendment. Petitioner Warren Simpson was present and explained he desired the rezoning because of the change to commercial development in the neighborhood and he has been unable to sell his home as a residence. David Murray, 5733 Santa Anita Terrace, President of the Boxley Hills Neighborhood Association spoke in opposition. He advised that 61 people who attended a meeting in March were 32.2 April 24, 1990 opposed to this rezoning and one was in support. They felt there - was no need for additional office space in the area. Supervisor Nickens asked why this property is Neighborhood Conservation rather than Transi tional. Mr. Harrington advised the entire block is designated Residential. Supervisor Johnson stated he believed that the Comprehensive Plan was established to protect the residential area. Supervisor Johnson moved to deny the petition. The motion carried by the following recorded vote: AYES: Supervisors Eddy, McGraw, Johnson, Nickens, Robers NAYS: None DENIAL OF ORDINANCE 42490-14 TO AMEND THE FUTURE LAND USE PLAN MAP DESIGNATION OF APPROXIMATELY 0.5 ACRE LOCATED AT 5304 MALVERN ROAD IN THE HOLLINS MAGISTERIAL DIS- TRICT FROM NEIGHBORHOOD CONSER- VATION TO TRANSITION AND TO CHANGE THE ZONING CLASSIFICATION FROM R-1 TO THE ZONING CLASSIFICATION B-1 WITH CONDITIONS UPON THE APPLICA- TION OF IRVIN WARREN SIMPSON. WHEREAS, the first reading of this ordinance was held on February 27, 1990, and the second reading and public hearing was held on April 24, 1990; and, WHEREAS, the Roanoke County Planning Commission held a public hearing on this matter on March 6, 1990, and April 3, 1990; and, WHEREAS, legal notice and advertisement has been provided as required by law. BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke April 24, 1990 323 - - County, Virginia, as follows: DENIED on motion of Supervisor Johnson, and carried by the following recorded vote: AYES: supervisors Eddy, McGraw, Johnson, Nickens, Robers NAYS: None IN RE: FIRST READING OF ORDINANCES ~ Ordinance acceptinq an offer and authorizinq the conveyance of a storm sewer easement to the Town of vinton. There was no discussion and no one present to speak to the ordinance. Supervisor Nickens moved to approve first reading. The motion carried by the following recorded vote: AYES: Supervisors Eddy, McGraw, Johnson, Nickens, Robers NAYS: None IN RE: SECOND READING OF ORDINANCES ~ Ordinance authorizing the acceptance and acquisition of surplus real estate (Cave Sprinq Junior Hiqh School site) from the Roanoke County School Board, and further authorizing the conveyance of same to the Commonwealth of Virqinia. 0-42490-15 There was no discussion and no one was present to speak 32 4 April 24, 1990 - to the ordinance. - Supervisor Johnson moved to adopt the ordinance. motion carried by the following recorded vote: The AYES: Supervisors Eddy, McGraw, Johnson, Nickens, Robers NAYS: None ORDINANCE 42490-15 AUTHORIZING THE ACCEPTANCE AND ACQUISITION OF SURPLUS REAL ESTATE FROM THE ROANOKE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD, AND FURTHER, AUTHORIZING THE CONVEYANCE OF SAME TO THE COMMONWEALTH OF VIRGINIA BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke County, Virginia, as follows: 1. That pursuant to the provisions of Section 18.04 of the Roanoke County Charter, the acquisition and disposition of real estate can be authorized only by ordinance. A first reading of the amended ordinance was held on April 10, 1990; and a second reading was held on April 24, 1990. 2. That the County School Board of Roanoke County on March 8, 1990, adopted a resolution declaring Parcel A (Parcels 044 and 074 of the Cave Spring Junior High School site) to be surplus property pursuant to Section 22.1-129 of the Code of Virginia (1950), as amended. 3. That the County School Board of Roanoke County on March 22, 1990, adopted a resolution declaring Parcel B (a portion of the former Eaton Property) to be surplus property pursuant to Section 22.1-129 of the Code of Virginia (1950), as April 24, 1990 32~ - = amended. 4. That the acceptance and acquisition of certain real estate located along Route 221 in front of the Cave Spring Junior High School site and identified as Parcel A (Parcels 044 and 074 as shown on Sheets lO 11 and 10D of the plans for Route 221, State Highway Project 0221-080-107, RW201) and Parcel B (a portion of the former Eaton Property as shown on Sheets II and 12 of the plans for Route 221, State Highway Project 0221-080-107, RW20l) from the Roanoke County School Board is hereby authorized. 5. That pursuant to the provisions of Section 16.01 of the Charter of Roano]{e County, the subject real estate is being made available to the Commonwealth of Virginia for other pUblic uses, namely, the widening of State Route 221. 6. That the offer of the Virginia Department of Transportation in the amount of $73,632 for the acquisition of Parcel A and improvements and $63,220 for the acquisition of Parcel B and improvements is hereby accepted and shall be credited to the School Capital outlay Fund, and the conveyance of the real estate described above to the Virginia Department of Transportation for other public uses is hereby authorized and approved. 7. That the County Administrator is hereby authorized to execute such documents and take such actions as may be necessary to accomplish these transactions, all of which shall be on form approved by the County Attorney. On motion of Supervisor Johnson, and carried by the 326 April 24, 1990 following recorded vote: - AYES: Supervisors Eddy, McGraw, Johnson, Nickens, Robers NAYS: None ~ Ordinance authorizinq the construction of a public sanitary sewer system to serve a special sanitary sewer service area includinq real estate alonq Highfields and Lakedale Road, the cost thereof to be imposed upon certain abutting property owners bY agreement, providing funds therefor, and directinq that an abstract of this ordinance be recorded showing the amount that will be assessed aqainst each such landowner. 0-42490-16 There was no discussion and no one was present to speak to the ordinance. Supervisor Eddy moved to adopt the ordinance. The motion carried by the following recorded vote: AYES: Supervisors Eddy, McGraw, Johnson, Nickens, Robers NAYS: None ORDINANCE 42490-16 AUTHORIZING THE CONSTRUCTION OF A PUBLIC SANITARY SEWER SYSTEM TO SERVE A SPECIAL SANITARY SEWER SERVICE AREA INCLUDING REAL ESTATE ALONG HIGHFIELDS AND LAKE DALE ROAD, THE COSTS THEREOF TO BE IMPOSED UPON CERTAIN ABUTTING PROPERTY OWNERS BY AGREEMENT, PROVIDING FUNDS THEREFOR, AND DIRECTING THAT AN ABSTRACT OF THIS ORDINANCE BE RECORDED SHOWING THE AMOUNT THAT WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST EACH SUCH LANDOWNER WHEREAS, it is the judgment of the Board of Supervisors April 24, 1990 32 7 of Roanoke County, Virginia, that a new public sanitary sewer system should be constructed as hereinafter provided, and that the cost thereof be assessed by contract to certain landowners, as provided by law; and WHEREAS, Ordinance No. 112288-7 adopted by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke County, Virginia, pursuant to authority found in Article 2, Chapter 7 of Title 15.1 of the 1950 Code of Virginia, as amended, authorizes the County to impose certain costs upon benefiting property owners for certain local public works improvements; and WHEREAS, certain abutting and benefiting property owners have agreed to share in the equitable allocation and apportionment of the construction costs for said improvements; and WHEREAS, the first reading of this ordinance was held on April 10, 1990; and the second reading of this ordinance was held on April 24, 1990. BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke County, Virginia, as follows: 1. That the construction of a new publ ic sanitary sewer system to serve a special sanitary sewer service area in the County of Roanoke which includes certain properties along Highfields and Lakedale Road is hereby authorized. This special sanitary sewer service area is designated on a certain map which is attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference. 2. That the estimated cost of this sanitary sewer 328 April 24, 1990 project is $67,600. In consideration of the execution and performance of those contracts entered into between the abutting and benefiting landowners and Roanoke County, the County shall administer, construct, and finance this public sanitary sewer project. The property owners agree to pay a proportionate share of the cost of the construction of this project. Each abutting and benefiting property owner, in accordance with the terms and provisions of said contract, agrees to pay to the County the special sanitary sewer connection fee of $5,200. This $5,200 fee includes the off-site sewer facilities fee which will be credited against the cost of the project. The special sanitary sewer connection fee shall include the individual service lateral from the main sewer line located within a public easement adjacent to the property to the edge of that easement, and the installation of a sewer lateral cleanout. A private sewer service line from the cleanout to a structure on the private property is the responsibility of the property owner, as well as any required plumbing permits. 3. That each property owner has paid the sum of Fifty Dollars ($50) of the connection fee upon the execution of the contract with the County. An additional paYment on the balance in a sum of Four Hundred Fifty Dollars ($450) shall be paid on or before May 1, 1990. The landowner further agrees to pay the balance of the special sanitary sewer connection fee ($4,700) either by July 1 , 1990 , or in seventy-two ( 72 ) equal monthly installments beginning July 1, 1990, unless otherwise = April 24, 1990 329 : ~ specifically approved by the County. The interest rate of these installments shall be eight percent (8%) of the unpaid balance. 4. That the property owner shall execute a promissory note and a lien document or instrument which shall be recorded among the records of the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Roanoke County, Virginia. This lien instrument or document shall secure the repaYment of the promissory note by the property owner to the County and shall be a lien against the property and shall be satisfied upon any conveyance of the property. The property owner further agrees to pay the County any Clerk's fees for recordation costs which may be required to record said lien instrument or document in the office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court. 5. That any property owner within the special sanitary sewer service area applying for public sewer service after July 1, 1990, and within six years (6) after the completion of construction of this project, shall pay a total sanitary sewer connection fee which shall include: a special sanitary sewer connection fee of Five Thousand Two Hundred Dollars ($5,200), the off-site sewer facility fee in effect at the time of application, and the basic connection fee in effect at the time of application. This total sanitary sewer connection fee shall be due and payable prior to the connection to the public sewer system and no installment payment financing by the County shall be available under the provisions of this ordinance. 6. That the County Administrator is authorized to -330 ' April 24, 1990 - execute, ratify, and confirm on behalf of the County those 1::= contracts offered by the property owners and to execute such other documents and take such further actions as may be required to accomplish the purposes of this ordinance, all upon approval as to form by the County Attorney. 7. That this ordinance shall take effect immediately. On motion of Supervisor Eddy, and carried by the following recorded vote: AYES: Supervisors Eddy, McGraw, Johnson, Nickens, Robers NAYS: None IN RE: CITIZENS' COMMENTS AND COMMUNICATIONS 1. Leo Trenor, representing the Southern States Body Shop Association, spoke regarding Arnold Burton Vocational School. He described the need for people who were skilled and knowledgeable in automobile repair. He expressed concern about combining 1st and 2nd year students at Arnold Burton School and asked for full funding for vocational education. Supervisor Eddy pointed out that the School Board determines which programs are funded. IN RE WORK SESSION ~ Budqet Work Session Mr. Hodge and Human Resources Director Keith Cook explained the methodology and results of the employee market survey. He requested approval of the concept so that the survey can be discussed with department heads. In response to a April 24, 1990 JJ 1 ==¡ ===1 question from Supervisor Eddy, Mr. Cook advised benchmark positions were identified and benefits were included. He advised that Roanoke County will still be approximately 5% below the market after the survey as only those employees 10% below the market will receive the adjustment. It will cost $39l,OOO to fund the market survey. These dollars could represent a 7% salary increase across the board for all employees. Mr. Hodge advised most employees affected by the market survey will receive a 5% raise. Supervisor Johnson asked who would receive over a 5% salary and what positions they were. Supervisor McGraw asked for a list of positions that will be funded in the market survey. In response to questions, Mr. Cook advised that school salaries were not included in the market survey, but most key positions in the schools are higher than those in the County. Following additional discussion, staff was directed to prepare an executive summary of the market survey including categories that will be funded and a list of positions that are below market and to conduct a market survey comparing County salaries with school salaries. Mr. Hodge presented the breakdown between the Sheriff's Department and the Pol ice Department. In the proposed budget, the sheriff's employees are funded by the state Compensation Board and the police department employees will be funded by local funds and "599" funds. Supervisor Nickens advised he did not support funding additional police department officers at this 332 April 24, 1990 t~me. Supervisor Eddy felt that the $ll,OOO local supplement to ~ the Sheriff's position should remain with his position. Supervisor Eddy expressed concern about the increased user fees for youth athletics. Mr. Hodge explained these fees were set based on direct and indirect costs of the program. Following discussion of user fees, staff was directed to restudy the parks and recreation fees, adjusting other categories to lessen the impact to youth athletics. Mr. Hodge stated he will discuss recreation fees with the Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission and recreation clubs. Supervisor Johnson suggested that the Board support the concept of VSRS early retirement for law enforcement and firefighters with funding to be included in the 1991-92 budget. Mr. Hodge presented a list of recommended changes based on previous budget work sessions and communication from board members. Regarding allocation of funds to human service agencies and cultural agencies Supervisors Nickens and Johnson felt that the funds for the Transportation Museum and Historical Architectural Grant should be deleted and reallocated to human services agencies using the same percentage as currently funded. IN RE: ADJOURNMENT At 11:59 p.m., Supervisor McGraw moved to adjourn. The motion carried by a unanimous voice vote: ~J ~ Ri ard . Robers, Chairman