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HomeMy WebLinkAbout7/16/2013 - MinutesCommissioners Present: Ms. Martha Hooker Mr. Gary Jarrell (arrived after approval of agenda) Mr. Gene Marrano Mr. Jason Peters Mr. Jim Woltz Staff Present: Mr. Philip Thompson, Secretary Ms. Ruth Ellen Kuhnel, Assistant County Attorney Mr. David Holladay Ms. Megan Cronise Ms. Becky Mahoney Ms. Tara Pattisall Ms. Susan McCoy, Recording Secretary Call to Order: Mr. Peters called the meeting to order at 6:05 p.m. Approval of Agenda Mr. Marrano made a motion to approve the amended agenda, which passed 4-0. Approval of Minutes Ms. Hooker made a motion to approve the minutes of March 6, 2012, which passed 4 -0- 1, with Mr. Woltz abstaining. Mr. Marrano made a motion to approve the minutes of June 4, 2013, which passed 5-0. Mr. Marrano made a motion to approve the minutes of June 18, 2013, which passed 4- 0-1, with Ms. Hooker abstaining. Consent Agenda Mr. Thompson and the Commissioners discussed the proposed Zoning Ordinance Amendments. Ms. Pattisall provided a brief overview of the Blue Ridge Autism and Achievement Center petition, stating the petitioner plans to teach life skills to the students. She stated they plan to have eight students for a full day as recommended by the State of Virginia. She stated the petitioner will shuttle students from the existing center to the proposed site. Ms. Pattisall reviewed the site plan and surrounding zoning. She stated that she has not received any neighborhood concerns regarding this petition. Page 1 of 3 ROANOKE COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES JULY 16, 2013 Mr. Jarrell made a motion to approve the consent agenda, which passed 5-0. Route 221 Area Plan Amendment Ms. Cronise discussed the Route 221 corridor, including the location of the 2009 plans for water lines and sewer lines. She reviewed the location of existing subdivisions and utilities, including utility phasing plans. She discussed existing subdivision build-out analysis including zoning, total lots, and homes constructed. She stated requirements to subdivide a parcel are based on zoning district, acreage, frontage on a public street, and access to public utilities. She discussed zoning districts with the utility phasing and buffer, including an analysis of the 500-foot buffer. She stated zoning designations along the corridor are predominately agricultural or residential. She discussed road frontage outside of the subdivisions, including Bent Mountain Road, Mount Chestnut Road, Twelve O'Clock Knob Road, and Martins Creek Road. She reviewed subdivision development potential based on currently available road frontage. She stated that with public water available a maximum of 24 additional lots could be created. She discussed future land use with utility phasing and buffer plans. She stated 122 residential lots are available for development within existing subdivisions. She stated future land use designations support rural development and low density residential and agricultural uses. Mr. Thompson explained future land use designations, noting the impact on development is dependent on how far the water line extends from the road. Ms. Cronise noted the proposed water line will run alongside the road. Mr. Woltz stated some of the properties are not developable due to topographical and floodplain issues. He stated current subdivision regulations would allow subdividing properties without changing character of property. Mr. Marrano inquired about the size of buffer. Ms. Cronise discussed buffering, noting few developable lots are located within the proposed buffer. Mr. Marrano discussed water line hookup fees. Mr. Peters discussed issues reported by Western Virginia Water Authority (WVWA) regarding Carriage Hills and Forest Edge subdivisions. Mr. Marrano inquired about the need of the water line. Ms. Cronise discussed wells which are failing in the area. Mr. Jarrell inquired about the homes affected by the water shortage. Ms. Cronise stated approximately 150 homes are affected. Mr. Holladay discussed the current public water system which was taken over by the County in the 1990's. Mr. Woltz suggested developing well lots in the Autumn and Vista subdivisions which have sufficient water flow. Mr. Thompson and the Commissioners discussed the WVWA proposal and the impacts on the County. Mr. Peters suggested researching fire suppression in this area. Mr. Marrano noted issues regarding water shortage in this area need to be addressed. Mr. Jarrell inquired about existing water tanks which serve this area. Mr. Holladay discussed the history of the existing water tanks. Mr. Marrano inquired about funding. Mr. Holladay discussed this issue. Mr. Marrano suggested incorporating a walking path along the water line. Ms. Cronise and Mr. Holladay discussed the location of the proposed water line. Mr. Thompson and the Commissioners reviewed the amendment process for the water line including community meetings, public hearing, and incorporating the amendment into the Comprehensive Plan if approved. Mr. Woltz inquired about the status of school Page 2 of 3 ROANOKE COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES JULY 16, 2013 construction in the area. Ms. Cronise discussed this issue. Mr. Marrano inquired if a sewer line would also be constructed. Ms. Cronise stated the sewer line would follow a different route and is not currently needed. The Commissioners and staff discussed the use and lifespan of water tanks. It was the consensus of the Commission to schedule a community meeting in order to receive public input regarding the proposed water line. Other Comments Mr. Holladay stated a Community Meeting will be held on July 25, 2013, to discuss the temporary closure of the bridge on Starkey Road. He discussed the traffic flow impact, signage, and detour plan during the closure. Mr. Thompson provided a brief update on August 6, 2013 Planning Commission Public Hearing regarding the Blue Ridge Autism Achievement Center and Zoning Ordinance Amendments. Ms. Cronise provided a brief overview of the special use permit request submitted by Brambleton Baptist Church. Ms. Mahoney provided a brief overview of the 3 B Properties LLC petition requesting to amend the proffered conditions. Both petitions are scheduled for public hearing on September 3, 2013. Mr. Thompson discussed the petition of Richard L. Atkinson and Kay S. Atkinson submitted for public hearing on October 1, 2013. Mr. Thompson provided an update regarding the Route 11/460 Corridor Study meeting conducted by VDOT. He reviewed the timeline and funding of the project. With no further business or comments, Mr. Peters adjourned the meeting at 7:12 p.m. Respectfully Submitted: Jason eters; Chairman, Roanoke County Planning Commission Page 3 of 3