7/27/2004 - Regular
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Roanoke County Administration Center
5204 Bernard Drive
Roanoke, Virginia 24018
July 27, 2004
The Board of Supervisors of Roanoke County, Virginia met this day atthe
Roanoke County Administration Center, this being the fourth Tuesday and the second
regularly scheduled meeting of the month of July, 2004.
IN RE: CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Flora called the meeting to order at 3:03 p.m. The roll call was
taken.
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Chairman Richard C. Flora, Vice-Chairman Michael W.
Altizer, Supervisors Joseph B. “Butch” Church, Joseph
McNamara, Michael A. Wray
MEMBERS ABSENT:
None
STAFF PRESENT:
Elmer C. Hodge, County Administrator; Paul M. Mahoney,
County Attorney; John M. Chambliss, Assistant County
Administrator; Dan O’Donnell, Assistant County
Administrator; Diane S. Childers, Clerk to the Board; Teresa
Hamilton Hall, Public Information Officer
IN RE: OPENING CEREMONIES
The invocation was given by Reverend Audette Fulbright, Unitarian
Universalist Church. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited by all present.
IN RE: REQUESTS TO POSTPONE, ADD TO, OR CHANGE THE ORDER OF
AGENDA ITEMS
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Mr. Hodge advised that Item F-6, the petition of George Golf Design, Inc.
to obtain a special use permit (SUP) to develop and operate a golf course at 3687 Pitzer
Road, had been revised to also include the rezoning of 115 acres from AG-3
Agricultural to AR Agricultural Residential. He further advised that in order to keep this
petition on schedule for a second reading and public hearing on August 24, the
Planning Commission will hold a special meeting on August 10 to hear this petition.
The allowable density will not change because a proffer will be included with the
petition. Under AG3 zoning, 1 house per 3 acres is allowed; AR zoning would have
allowed 1 house per acre. The golf course will be built with wells and septic tanks. He
also stated that an additional public meeting will be held on August 5 at 7:00 p.m. at Mt.
Pleasant Elementary School to discuss the proposed golf course.
Supervisor Wray inquired why the County was not considering a petition
that covers both proposed housing and the golf course since a planned residential
development (PRD) is likely in the future. Mr. Hodge responded that the petitioner is
only interested in developing the golf course. He stated that the current trend is to not
have housing interspersed throughout a golf course, and that the newer courses are
strictly golf courses. The proposed golf course will not contain any additional facilities
such as tennis courts, swimming pool, etc. Mr. Hodge indicated that if the project can
stand alone without housing, then housing may not be included as a future petition. If a
request for the development of housing comes forward in the future, it will involve
extensive review by staff, landscape architects, and Blue Ridge Parkway staff. He
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noted that the County would want any development to blend with the parkway and
surrounding community, as in the recently approved Mason's Crest PRD. He advised
that the property owner needs authorization to proceed with the golf course at this time,
and any decision on housing should be made under the conditions contained in the
newly revised comprehensive plan.
Supervisor Altizer inquired if the rezoning petition scheduled to be heard
by the Planning Commission on August 10 is at the request of the petitioner for the golf
course or by the owner. Mr. Mahoney advised that he has not seen the application and
that he would have to defer to Janet Scheid, Chief Planner, for a response. He did
report that the proffer previously referred to by Mr. Hodge must be submitted by the
owners of the property.
Supervisor Altizer asked who would be the appropriate petitioner. Mr.
Mahoney indicated that with respect to a rezoning, the petition must be made by the
owner, Roanoke County, a motion by the Planning Commission, or by a contract
purchaser. He further advised that for a proffered condition to be attached to a
rezoning, the proffer must be submitted in writing and signed by the owner.
Supervisor Church noted that all the golf courses in the Roanoke Valley
have residential property adjacent to the courses. He stated that this is done to
enhance the prospects of buying property. He stated that he understands if it was an
oversight to not include the residential development as part of the petition, but he
doesn’t want the County to fail to consider this potential impact. He confirmed with Mr.
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Hodge that the time schedule is critical due to other contracts pending for the purchase
of the property which would be for other intended uses. Mr. Hodge advised that the
original request was to obtain an SUP only and this would have been sufficient if all the
property was zoned AR. When staff learned that there was AG3 property, they knew
that a rezoning would be required. In order to prevent a gain in density on the project,
the petitioner has proffered to retain the same density. Mr. Hodge stated that the
intention is to have a golf course without residential interspersed throughout; however,
there may be residential around the perimeter at a later date. He advised that if housing
is presented in the future, the density will be reduced.
Supervisor Church questioned whether the County would be looking for
conditions related to the protection of the Blue Ridge Parkway view shed. Mr. Hodge
stated that this will be dealt with at the Planning Commission level before it comes to
the Board. He indicated that the petitioner has done outstanding projects world wide.
He referenced a book which shows the top 10 or 15 golf courses in America, and noted
that most of the newer courses do not have residential components. Mr. Hodge stated
that with newer golf courses, natural areas such as mountains and beaches are
incorporated into the design. He also advised that the petitioner is assuming the risk by
going forward with an SUP that does not already allow for the development of houses,
which could be denied in a future petition. He indicated that it is the petitioner’s intent to
build a first-class golf course and Mr. George has stated that this is one of the two best
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sites in Virginia for a golf course. Mr. Hodge advised that the course will not be visible
from the parkway, but screening and buffering will be included.
Supervisor Wray stated that he does not want the County to get into a
situation where a golf course has been developed and then the developer comes back
at a later date demanding water and sewer line extensions in order to build houses. He
indicated the need to examine the impact of possible housing on services such as
schools.
Supervisor Altizer stated that several things should be clarified. He
advised that if the SUP for the golf course is approved and no other action occurs,
approximately 70 houses can be built by right. If there is a subsequent petition by any
other investors to partner with Lester George, it would have to come before the Board to
request utility line extensions or a higher density.
Supervisor Wray inquired if the 70 houses would be on wells and septic.
Ms. Scheid responded that they would.
IN RE: PROCLAMATIONS, RESOLUTIONS, RECOGNITIONS AND AWARDS
1. Certificate of recognition to the Department of Economic
Development for being designated as an Accredited Economic
Development Organization (AEDO) by the International Economic
Development Council
Chairman Flora presented the certificate of recognition to the following
staff in the Economic Development Department: Doug Chittum, Director; Jill Loope,
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Assistant Director; Melinda Cox, Existing Business Program Manager; Joe Zielinski,
Economic Development Specialist; and Terrie Cochran, Administrative Assistant.
IN RE: NEW BUSINESS
1. Request to authorize the execution of a memorandum of
understanding between the County of Roanoke and Roanoke
County Schools for the transfer of property in order to construct a
new public safety center. (Dan R. O’Donnell, Assistant County
Administrator)
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Mr. O’Donnell briefed the Board on the selection process for the
developer, and advised that the process has taken longer than anticipated. Both
proposers have been sent a list of detailed questions regarding the design proposals for
which the County would like a response. He indicated that a recommendation should
be available in August 2004. At this point, the memorandum of understanding for which
approval is being requested sets up the framework for the transfer of approximately 10
acres of land adjacent to the School Board administrative offices to the Roanoke County
Board of Supervisors for the location of the new public safety center. The memorandum
of understanding does not actually transfer the land due to the fact that the exact parcel
will have to be platted and subdivided based on the final development plan with the
selected development proposal. Mr. O’Donnell stated that the agreement essentially
provides for the following: (1) the School Board will transfer 10 acres of land to the
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Board of Supervisors in exchange for the replacement of warehouses currently situated
on the proposed site; (2) the County agrees to transfer the old public safety building on
Peters Creek Road to the School Board; (3) the County agrees to pursue funding to
assist in the renovation of the old public safety building in future budgets; and (4) if the
School Board decides to vacate the old William Byrd High School facility, the County will
have the right to acquire the building.
Supervisor Wray inquired if a cost estimate to renovate the existing public
safety building was available. Mr. O’Donnell advised that an estimate of the renovations
will depend on the intended use, so a cost estimate is not available at this time. Any
proposed renovations will be at least two years away. In response to Supervisor Wray’s
inquiry, Mr. O’Donnell clarified that if this agreement is approved, the County has
agreed to pursue funding to assist the School Board in the renovation of the building in
future budgets.
Supervisor Wray asked for an approximate cost for the replacement of the
warehouses. Mr. O’Donnell reported that an approximate estimate for the facility, which
is a 200’ x 100’ unit with no air conditioning, would be in the $400,000 - $500,000 range.
Supervisor Wray confirmed that no approximate cost estimate is yet
available for the renovation of the old public safety building. Mr. O’Donnell stated that
that was correct; no estimate is available at this time.
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Supervisor Church questioned who would occupy the new public safety
center. Mr. O’Donnell stated that the new public safety center would house the
emergency communications dispatch center and the administrative offices for police,
information technology, and fire and rescue. Supervisor Church stated that public
safety is one of the foremost areas of concern for the Board, and he indicated that the
County does need to establish future cost estimates. He further advised that the area
chosen for the new site is likely the best potential site for the new public safety center
and will provide all of Roanoke County with the best possible facility.
Supervisor Church moved to approve staff recommendation, authorize the
County Administrator to execute the memorandum of understanding. The motion
carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors McNamara, Church, Wray, Altizer, Flora
NAYS: None
IN RE: REQUEST FOR PUBLIC HEARINGS AND FIRST READING OF
REZONING ORDINANCES - CONSENT AGENDA
Supervisor McNamara moved to approve the first readings, with Item F-6
as amended, and set the second readings and public hearings for August 24, 2004.
The motion carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors McNamara, Church, Wray, Altizer, Flora
NAYS: None
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1. First reading of an ordinance to obtain a special use permit to operate a car
wash located at 7443 Williamson Road, Hollins Magisterial District, upon the
petition of Double D Mini-Mart, Inc.
2. First reading of an ordinance to rezone 7.83 acres from R1 Low Density
Residential District and C2C General Commercial District with Conditions to
R3 Medium Density Multi Family District in order to construct townhouses
located at the northerly end of Byron Road, Catawba Magisterial District,
upon the petition of Pinkerton Properties, LLC.
3. First reading of an ordinance to obtain a special use permit to construct a
major utility service (stormwater management pond) located at 2820 Byron
Drive, Catawba Magisterial District, upon the petition of Pinkerton Properties,
LLC.
4. First reading of an ordinance to obtain a special use permit to conduct
recreational vehicle sales located at 6718 Williamson Road, Hollins
Magisterial District, upon the petition of Jerry Douglas Kidd, Inc., t/a
Brookside Auto Sales.
5. First reading of an ordinance to obtain a special use permit to construct a
telecommunications facility located at 7401 Barrens Road, Hollins Magisterial
District, upon the petition of Virginia PCS Alliance, LC, d/b/a/ NTELOS.
6. The petition of George Golf Design, Inc. to obtain a Special Use Permit to
develop and operate a golf course on 362 acres and to rezone 115 acres
from AG-3, Agricultural to AR, Agricultural Residential, located at 3687 Pitzer
Road, Vinton Magisterial District.
7. First reading of an ordinance to rezone 4.514 acres from I2 Industrial District
to R1 Low Density Residential District in order to construct single family
dwellings located at 5132 Poor Mountain Road, Catawba Magisterial District,
upon the petition of Barry M. and Janet B. Fitzgerald.
8. First reading of an ordinance to obtain a special use permit to operate a
commercial indoor amusement facility located at 5728 Williamson Road,
Hollins Magisterial District, upon the petition of Star City Comics and Games.
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IN RE: APPOINTMENTS
1. Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Review Committee
(Appointed by District)
Supervisor Flora nominated Jason Perdue, Hollins Magisterial District, to
serve an additional one-year term that will expire on August 31, 2005.
Supervisor Altizer nominated Mike Roop, Vinton Magisterial District, to
serve an additional one-year term that will expire on August 31, 2005.
2. Social Services Advisory Board (Appointed by District)
Supervisor McNamara nominated Janet Green to serve an additional four-
year term that will expire on August 1, 2008.
IN RE: CONSENT AGENDA
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Supervisor Wray inquired about the status of the ordinance changes he
had requested that would suspend activity on a site when an SUP application is initiated
until approval has been granted. Mr. Covey responded that these changes are being
studied as part of the proposed revisions to the Comprehensive Plan.
Supervisor McNamara moved to adopt the consent resolution. The
motion carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors McNamara, Church, Wray, Altizer, Flora
NAYS: None
RESOLUTION 072704-2 APPROVING AND CONCURRING
IN CERTAIN ITEMS SET FORTH ON THE BOARD OF
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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 July 27,
2004, 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
through 5, inclusive, as follows:
1. Approval of minutes – June 22 and July 13, 2004
2. Request from schools to appropriate laptop fees in the amount of $216,600
for 2004-2005
3. Request to adopt a resolution requesting the Transportation Commissioner
and the Virginia Department of Transportation to review the following street
location for a “Watch for Children” sign, pursuant to Section 33.1-210.2, Code
of Virginia: each end of Starmount Avenue between Barrens Road and
Alpine Road, Hollins Magisterial District
4. Request from the Department of Social Services to appropriate $27,177 from
the state for fiscal year 2004-2005 for the Child Day Care Quality Initiative
Grant
5. Request to amend resolution 062204-4.d to accept and approve the Virginia
Juvenile Community Crime Control Act (VJCCCA) grant for fiscal year 2004-
2005 and to allow participation by the City of Salem
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 McNamara to adopt the resolution, and carried by the
following recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors McNamara, Church, Wray, Altizer, Flora
NAYS: None
RESOLUTION 072704-2.b TO THE TRANSPORTATION COMMISSIONER
WHEREAS, the General Assembly enacted an amendment to the Code of Virginia,
adding Section 33.1-210.2 regarding the installation and maintenance of signs alerting
motorists that children may be at play nearby, and
WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors along with the Virginia Department of
Transportation staff institute a local policy, and
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WHEREASa petition has been received that meets both Roanoke County and the
Virginia Department of Transportation guidelines, and
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WHEREASthe property owners along Starmount Avenue (between Barrens Road
and Alpine Road) have agreed to fund the installation of the sign, and
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, this Board requests the following street
location to be reviewed for a “Watch for Children”sign, pursuant to Section 33.1-210.2,
Code of Virginia:
Sign location: Intersection of Starmount Avenue and Barrens Road and the
intersection of Starmount Avenue and Alpine Road.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED
, that a certified copy of this resolution be forwarded
to the Resident Engineer for the Virginia Department of Transportation.
Moved by: Supervisor McNamara
Seconded by: None Required
Yeas: Supervisors, McNamara, Church, Wray, Altizer, Flora
Nays: None
RESOLUTION 072704-2.d AMENDING RESOLUTION 062204-4.d
AUTHORIZING THE ACCEPTANCE OF VJCCCA FUNDING FOR
FISCAL YEAR 2004 – 2005 AND TO ALLOW PARTICIPATION BY THE
CITY OF SALEM
WHEREAS, the County of Roanoke has participated in the Virginia Juvenile
Community Crime Control Act (VJCCCA) program in the past allowing the Court Service
Unit to provide direct services, treatment programs, substance abuse services and
probation activities associated with the Juvenile Court, and
WHEREAS, through the Life Skills Mentoring Program of our Court Services
Unit, the grant funds have been administered to assist the court by providing counseling
services, drug screens, intensive supervision, community service, restitution and other
needed services, and
WHEREAS, the Court Services Unit of the Juvenile Court serves the youth of
both the County of Roanoke and the City of Salem, and
WHEREAS, the Court Services Unit desires to provide services through the Life
Skills Mentoring Program to serve the youth of both the County of Roanoke and the City
of Salem utilizing the funding from the VJCCCA grant and other appropriate funds.
Now, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Supervisors of
Roanoke County will participate in the Virginia Juvenile Community Crime Control Act
for Fiscal Year 2004-05 and will accept said funds, appropriating them for the purpose
set forth in this Act until it notifies the Department of Juvenile Justice, in writing, that it
no longer wishes to participate in the program.
Be it further resolved that the County Administrator or the Assistant County
Administrator is hereby authorized to execute a local plan on behalf of the County of
Roanoke and City of Salem, and
Be it further resolved that the County of Roanoke will combine services and grant
resources with the City of Salem, and the County, as operator of the Life Skills
Mentoring Program, will serve as fiscal agent for these localities.
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On motion of Supervisor McNamara to adopt the resolution, and carried by the
following recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors McNamara, Church, Wray, Altizer, Flora
NAYS: None
IN RE: REPORTS
Supervisor Altizer moved to receive and file the following reports. The
motion carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors McNamara, Church, Wray, Altizer, Flora
NAYS: None
1. General Fund Unappropriated Balance
2. Capital Fund Unappropriated Balance
3. Board Contingency Fund
4. Future Capital Projects
5. Accounts Paid – June 2004
6. Report of claims activity for the self-insurance program for the
fourth quarter ended June 30, 2004
7. Proclamation signed by the Chairman
IN RE: SENIOR CITIZENS HALL OF FAME AWARDS AND RECEPTION
1. Recognition of the recipients of the 2004 Senior Citizens Hall of
Fame awards. (Richard C. Flora, Chairman)
The following individuals were recognized for their contributions: Judith
Ashcraft (Estelle Avener accepted on her behalf), Phillip Boggs, James J. Grimes,
Roanoke Valley Community Band – Wilbur Grant, Conductor, Sue Hodge, James (Jim)
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Deaton, and Mike Harvey. A reception was held on the fourth floor of the Roanoke
County Administration Center following the recognitions.
IN RE: ADJOURNMENT
Chairman Flora adjourned the meeting at 4:30 p.m. until the evening
session at 7:00 p.m.
IN RE: EVENING SESSION
Chairman Flora called the evening session to order at 7:05 p.m. He
recognized the following representatives of Boy Scout Troop 221 who were present at
the meeting: Mike Mayo and Bob George, Scout Masters, and Elliott George and Mark
Jones, troop members who are working on their merit badges.
IN RE: PROCLAMATIONS, RESOLUTIONS, RECOGNITIONS AND AWARDS
1. Resolution of appreciation to Donald L. Davis, former Mayor of
the Town of Vinton, for services to the Roanoke Valley
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Chairman Flora presented the resolution of appreciation to Mr. Davis.
Supervisor Altizer moved to adopt the resolution. The motion carried by
the following recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors McNamara, Church, Wray, Altizer, Flora
NAYS: None
RESOLUTION 072704-3 EXPRESSING THE APPRECIATION OF THE
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE COUNTY TO DONALD L.
DAVIS, FORMER MAYOR OF THE TOWN OF VINTON, FOR SERVICES
TO THE ROANOKE VALLEY
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WHEREAS, Donald L. Davis was elected to the Vinton Town Council in
1986 and served two terms as Council Member from July 1, 1986, through June 30,
1994; and was appointed to complete a third term in 1997; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Davis was elected Mayor of Vinton in 2000, serving from
July 1, 2000, until he retired from office at the end of his term on June 30, 2004; and
WHEREAS, during his terms of office, Mayor Davis served with dedication
and distinction working to create a better quality of life not only for the citizens of the
Town of Vinton but for all citizens of the Roanoke Valley; and
WHEREAS, Mayor Davis actively promoted regional cooperation and
worked with Roanoke County officials on joint projects to the benefit of both localities
including:
the Gain Sharing Agreement between the County and Town,
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development of the Vinton Business Center,
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viewshed protection for the Blue Ridge Parkway; and
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WHEREAS, Mayor Davis served on various committees including
Chairman of the Roanoke Valley Metropolitan Planning Organization, Vice-Chairman of
the Roanoke Valley-Alleghany Regional Commission Executive Committee, the Fifth
Planning District Regional Alliance, and the Explore Technical Committee; and
WHEREAS, in addition to his public service, Mayor Davis is a past
president and current board member of the Vinton Chamber of Commerce, a member
and past president of the Vinton Lions Club, and past president of the Vinton Dogwood
Festival Committee.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Supervisors of
Roanoke County, Virginia, on its own behalf and on behalf of the citizens of Roanoke
DONALD L. DAVIS
County, does hereby extend its sincere appreciation to for his years
of service and for his dedication to maintaining the high quality of life for all the people
of the Roanoke Valley; and
FURTHER, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Supervisors does hereby
extend its best wishes to Mr. Davis for continued success in his future endeavors.
On motion of Supervisor Altizer to adopt the resolution, and carried by the
following recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors McNamara, Church, Wray, Altizer, Flora
NAYS: None
IN RE: PUBLIC HEARINGS AND SECOND READING OF ORDINANCES
1.
Postponed until August 24, 2004, at the request of the Planning
Second reading of an ordinance to rezone 4.83
Commission
acres from I1C Industrial District with Conditions to R1 Low
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Density Residential District for a development of single family
housing located at Tract B1-A-2 of Mason Subdivision, Hollins
Magisterial District, upon the petition of Balzer & Associates, Inc.
Chairman Flora advised that this item has been postponed until August
24, 2004 at the request of the Planning Commission.
2.
Continued until September 28, 2004 at the request of the Planning
Public hearing to receive public comments on a
Commission
proposal to adopt a revised Community (Comprehensive) Plan for
Roanoke County, Virginia. The proposed Community Plan is
comprised of both text and maps. Once recommended by the
Planning Commission and adopted by the Board of Supervisors,
the plan will serve as a general guide for long-range use and
development of all land within Roanoke County. The proposed
plan has been prepared in accordance with guidelines contained
in Sections 15.2-2223 and 2224 of the Code of Virginiaand
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Section 30-8-1 of the Roanoke County Zoning Ordinance.
Chairman Flora advised that this item has been postponed until
September 28, 2004 at the request of the Planning Commission.
3. Second reading of an ordinance to rezone a 1.3 acre and a 97 acre
tract of real estate located south of Whistler Drive and Creek
Circle and east of Apple Grove Lane (Tax Map Nos. 95.03-2-19,
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19.2, and 33) from AG3 and AR, respectively, to PRD Planned
Residential District with conditions, Windsor Hills Magisterial
District, upon the petition of Sam L. and Mercedes P. Hardy.
(Janet Scheid, Chief Planner)
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Ms. Scheid advised that the proposed rezoning includes private roads
which would be 18’ of pavement with 2’ of shoulder on each side. The site is a timbered
site and Mr. Hardy is proposing to construct 12 homes on the 97 acre parcel. She
stated that not taking into consideration the slope and steepness of the terrain on the
property, more houses could be built on the property. Ms. Scheid indicated that Mr.
Hardy has minimized the impact on the property by limiting the number of homes to 12
and also through the use of private roads. The site is 90% timbered and Mr. Hardy will
be leaving 36 acres of open space that will not be developed. In addition, no building
site will be visible from any of the existing homes on Creek Drive or Apple Grove Lane,
each site plan will be developed and certified by a landscape architect and will be
subject to Mr. Hardy’s approval prior to being built, natural exterior colors and materials
will be used in order to blend with the environment, and the houses will have a minimum
size of 1,600 square feet and a height limit of 45 feet. The private roads would have a
maximum grade of 16%. Ms. Scheid stated that this site is designated rural preserve in
the County’s Comprehensive Plan and the preservation site design is in keeping with
the rural preserve designation by providing for open space and preserving the rural
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views. She advised that the Planning Commission approved this petition on July 5 with
the following conditions: (1) minimum of 18’ paved width with 2’ shoulders for private
road; (2) maximum 16% grade for private road; and (3) development must be developed
in substantial conformity with the concept plan dated April 21, 2004.
Supervisor McNamara noted that the proffer refers to 18’ roads with 2’
shoulders. He questioned if the 18’ includes the 2’ shoulders. Ms. Scheid stated that it
does not. She advised that the petitioner initially proposed 16’ wide roads, and staff
recommended 18’ paved roads with 2’ shoulders on each shoulder, for total width of 22’
including the right of way.
Mr. Hardy was present at the meeting and stated that it was his desire to
make this a nice development for Roanoke County.
Supervisor Wray requested that Mr. Hardy explain the topography on the
site and requested confirmation that there would only be 12 homes on the site. Mr.
Hardy stated that there are also several out parcels on the property, one of which will be
maintained as part of the open space area. He advised that approximately 70% of the
topography is very steep and should not be built upon.
There were no citizens present to speak on this item.
Supervisor McNamara moved to adopt the ordinance with the proffer
regarding road width clarified as stated above (road with shall be 18’ of paved road with
2’ of shoulder on each side, for a total road width of 22’). The motion carried by the
following recorded vote:
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AYES: Supervisors McNamara, Church, Wray, Altizer, Flora
NAYS: None
ORDINANCE 072704-4 TO CHANGE THE ZONING CLASSIFICATION
OF A 1.3-ACRE AND A 97-ACRE TRACT OF REAL ESTATE LOCATED
SOUTH OF WHISTLER DRIVE AND CREEK CIRCLE AND EAST OF
APPLE GROVE LANE (TAX MAP NOS. 95.03-2-19, 19.2, AND 33) IN
THE WINDSOR HILLS MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT FROM THE ZONING
CLASSIFICATION OF AG3 AND AR, RESPECTIVELY, TO THE
ZONING CLASSIFICATION OF PRD WITH CONDITIONS UPON THE
APPLICATION OF SAM L. AND MERCEDES P. HARDY
WHEREAS, the first reading of this ordinance was held on May 25, 2004, and the
second reading and public hearing were held June 22, 2004 and continued to July 27,
2004; and,
WHEREAS, the Roanoke County Planning Commission held a public hearing on
this matter on July 6, 2004; 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 the zoning classification of a certain tract of real estate containing 1.3
acres and 97 acres, as described herein, and located south of Whistler Drive and Creek
Circle and east of Apple Grove Lane (Tax Map Numbers 95.03-2-19, 19.1, and 33) in
the Windsor Hills Magisterial District, is hereby changed from the zoning classification of
AG3, Agriculture/Rural Preserve District and AR, Agriculture/Residential District, to the
zoning classification of PRD, Planned Residential District.
2. That this action is taken upon the application of Sam L. and Mercedes P.
Hardy.
3. That the owner of the property has voluntarily proffered in writing the
following conditions which the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke County, Virginia,
hereby accepts:
(1) Minimum of 18’ paved width with 2’ shoulders for private road.
(2) Maximum 16% grade for private road.
(3) Development must be developed in substantial conformity with the
concept plan dated, 4/21/2004.
4. That said real estate is more fully described as follows:
1.237 acres being a portion of Tax Map No. 95.03-2-33 – AG3 to PRD
Tract A containing 45.277 acres and being Tax Map No. 95.03-2-33 – AR to PRD
Tract B containing 26.877 acres and being Tax Map No. 95.03-2-19 – AR to PRD
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Tract C containing 25.389 acres and being Tax Map No. 95.03-2-19.1 – AR to
PRD
5. That this ordinance shall be in full force and effect thirty (30) days after its
final passage. All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict with the provisions of this
ordinance be, and the same hereby are, repealed. The Zoning Administrator is directed
to amend the zoning district map to reflect the change in zoning classification authorized
by this ordinance.
On motion of Supervisor McNamara to adopt the ordinance, and carried by the
following recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors McNamara, Church, Wray, Altizer, Flora
NAYS: None
IN RE: REPORTS AND INQUIRIES OF BOARD MEMBERS
Supervisor Church: (1) He advised Mr. Martin Carle that he is working to
address his concerns in North Lakes. (2) He requested that Anne Marie Green contact
Mr. Roger Hurt regarding issues related to the bulk collection process.
Supervisor Wray: (1) He recognized the boy scouts who were present at
the meeting and thanked them for attending. (2) He advised that staff is meeting with
Mr. Mennell regarding the possible flour mill site off Starkey Road. He reported that he
will be touring a state-of-the-art facility in North Carolina, and advised that several public
hearings will be held on this issue if it progresses further.
Supervisor Altizer: (1) He thanked the staff members who have called to
express their concerns regarding his father-in-law who was recently reported missing.
Supervisor Flora: (1) He reported that staffs from the Schools and the
County have been meeting to examine the financing of capital projects. Based on the
current funding formula, the Schools can complete their next project, which will be the
renovation of Northside High School, in 2-3 years. Following completion of that project,
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the next time funds would be available for a school capital project is 2012-2013. As a
result, it was decided to examine how best to finance both the County and Schools
capital project needs and what would need to occur to fund these projects. He advised
that the two finance directors have met and information should be available to share
with the School Board and Board of Supervisors in the next few weeks. (2) He
announced that the Board of Supervisors will hold a work session on August 31 at 5:00
p.m. to meet with Dr. Mike Chandler regarding proposed changes to the
Comprehensive Plan.
Mr. Mahoney advised that Dr. Chandler met with staff yesterday and is
also scheduled to meet with the Planning Commission in work session on August 17.
He noted that if the Board wishes to attend the August 17 meeting, a special meeting of
the Board must be called. In addition, he reported that at the August 31 work session at
5:00 p.m., Dr. Chandler will discuss input received from the Board with respect to future
growth in Roanoke County. Prior to the work session, Dr. Chandler will ask the Board
members to take maps of the County and articulate their vision for Roanoke County
over the next 20 years.
With respect to the Comprehensive Plan, Mr. Mahoney stated that the
Planning Commission held their public hearing on July 6 and approximately 25-30
citizens attended the meeting. The Planning Commission also held a work session last
week on this topic and the Planning Commission is considering continuing their public
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hearing until later in September. The Board of Supervisors is currently anticipating a
September 28 date for its public hearing on the Comprehensive Plan.
IN RE: ADJOURNMENT
Chairman Flora adjourned the meeting at 7:37 p.m.
Submitted by: Approved by:
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Diane S. Childers Richard C. Flora
Clerk to the Board Chairman