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HomeMy WebLinkAbout9/5/2023 - Minutes °AN°k ROANOKE COUNTY o PLANNING COMMISSION 7838 MEETING MINUTES SEPTEMBER 5, 2023 Commissioners Present: Mr. Troy Henderson, Chairman Mr. Rick James, Vice-Chairman (arrived during consent agenda) Mr. Wayne Bower Mr. Kelly McMurray Mr. Jim Woltz (arrived for the evening session) Staff Present: Mr. Philip Thompson, Secretary Ms. Rachel Lower, Senior Assistant County Attorney Ms. Megan Cronise Mr. Nathan Grim Ms. Alyssa Dunbar Mr. Lionel Cruz-Cruz Ms. Cecelia Thomas, Recording Secretary The audio begins during the consent agenda for Glenmary Drive Roanoke LLC due to a technical error. Call to Order Mr. Henderson called the meeting to order at 4:04 p.m. Approval of Agenda Mr. Bower made a motion to approve the agenda, which passed 3-0. Approval of Minutes Mr. McMurray made a motion to approve the minutes from August 1, 2023, which passed 3-0. Consent Agenda: September 5, 2023 1. The petition of Glenmary Drive Roanoke LLC to amend a portion (approximately 19.06 acres) of the Roanoke County Center for Research and Technology Master Plan to allow warehousing and distribution as a permitted use, located within the 5200 and 5300 blocks of Glenmary Drive, Catawba Magisterial District. Ms. Dunbar presented the proposed use and noted that it is consistent with the future land use designation. It was noted that this is an existing business in Roanoke County that is expanding, and it was clarified that this is a request to allow warehouse and distribution on this lot only. 2. The petition of Terry Dooley, Jr. to obtain a special use permit to operate a short-term rental on approximately 0.2363 acre of land zoned R-1, Low Density Residential District, located at 4501 Girard Drive, Cave Spring Magisterial District. Mr. Cruz-Cruz ROANOKE COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES SEPTEMBER 5,2023 presented the location and noted it is in conformance with the future land use designation. Mr. Thompson, noted that this used to be operated as a short-term rental and the County received complaints from neighbors. He now operates it as a long-term rental. However, he would like to have the option of operating as a short- term rental. Mr. James made a motion to approve the consent agenda, which passed 4-0. Citizen's Comments There were none. Comments of Planning Commissioners and Planning Staff Ms. Cronise introduced Mr. Nathan Grim, the new Transportation Planner, to the Planning Commission. Adjournment for Site Viewing Mr. Henderson adjourned the meeting at 4:19 p.m. for site viewing. EVENING SESSION Mr. Henderson called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Invocation Mr. Woltz led the invocation and pledge of allegiance. Public Hearings 1. The petition of Roanoke County Public Schools to rezone approximately 12.013 acres from R-3, Medium Density Multi-Family Residential District, to C-1, Low _. Intensity Commercial District, and to remove the proffered condition on approximately 5.0 acres of land zoned C-1 C, Low Intensity Commercial District with conditions, located at the end of Burlington Drive, 6305 Peters Creek Road, and 1120 East Drive, Hollins Magisterial District. Ms. Dunbar presented the history of the property, its current use, and the proposed use. She noted that the proposed use is consistent with the future land use designation. Dr. Nicely spoke regarding the CTE Center. He noted that he views this as an economic investment for Roanoke County. Chris Burns from Balzer & Associates explained that the proffered condition that is being removed stems from the condition of Burlington Drive. He explained that the entrance for this project will be from Peters Creek Drive, and that road will not be used for the purpose the proffer was intended. Mr. James questioned the concept plan in the packet is dated for July, and Mr. Burns noted that there have been changes to the packet. Mr. James questioned if Mr. Burns could explain what changed, as he knows that they are not offering general or substantial conformance. Mr. Burns noted that sidewalk has been added to the plan, and a signal has been added. He noted that he is not aware of any changed to the buffer. Mr. Woltz questioned how many students attend the school. Dr. Nicely noted that there are currently 600 students enrolled. Mr. Woltz questioned if the curriculum is going to be expanded, or if the school will have enough room to expand. Dr. Nicely noted that some Page 2 of 3 ROANOKE COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES SEPTEMBER 5, 2023 programs will be expanded, some will be added, and they want to have flexible spaces. Mr. Burns noted that the site has plenty of space for expansion. Mr. Woltz questioned when they will have plans for how the school will be built. Dr. Nicely said it will be a 6-9 month process for building plans and site plan. Mr. Bower questioned Dr. Nicely when he refers to a modern facility. He questioned why not build on the existing site. Dr. Nicely noted that the Citizen's Advisory Committee determined that due to the flood plain on the site it would be best to pursue a new location. Mr. James opened the public hearing, and with no speakers present closed the public hearing. Mr. Bower made a motion to approve the application, which passed 4-0-1 with Mr. Henderson abstaining. Citizens' Comments Mr. Mike Wray thanked the Planning Commission for the work they do, and explained that this will be a benefit to Roanoke County. Comments of Planning Commissioners and Staff Mr. James noted that Mr. Tim Snyder is with the Botetourt Planning Commission and welcomed him to the meeting. He thanked him for attending. Adjournment Mr. Henderson adjourned the meeting at 7:37 p.m. Respectfully Submitted: Cecelia Thomas Recor ' ecretary, Roanoke County Planning Commission • Philip Th pson Secretary, Roanoke C unty Planning Commission Troy Hend r on Chairman, Roanoke County Planning Commission Page 3 of 3