HomeMy WebLinkAbout1/2/2007 - MinutesROANOKE COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES
JANUARY 2, 2007
Commissioners Present:
Mr. Gary Jarrell
Mr. Steve Azar
Mr. Rodney McNeil
Mr. Al Thomason
Ms. Martha Hooker
Staff Present:
Mr. Philip Thompson
Mr. Tarek Moneir
Ms. Megan Cronise
Ms. Janet Scheid
Ms. Susan Carter, Recording Secretary
EVENING SESSION:
Mr. Azar called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
Approval of Agenda
Mr. McNeil moved to approve the amended agenda. Motion passed
5 -0.
Approval of Minutes
Ms. Hooker moved to approve the December 5, 2006 PCPH minutes.
Motion passed 5 -0.
Approval of Consent Agenda
Mr. Jarrell moved to approve the consent agenda. Motion passed 5 -0.
Approval of Planning Commission Meeting Dates
Mr. Thompson moved to approve the meeting dates with the July Planning
Commission Public Hearing being held on Monday, July 9, 2006. Motion
passed 5 -0.
Planning Commission Elections
Mr. McNeil nominated Mr. Jarrell, Chairman for 2007. Ms. Hooker
nominated Mr. McNeil, Vice - chairman for 2007. Both nominations passed
unanimously.
Public Hearinq Petitions:
The petition of Hidden Valley Villas, LLC to rezone 24.46 acres
from R -1, Low Density Residential, to R -3, Medium Density Multi -
Family Residential, in order to construct multi - family dwellings at a
maximum density of 5.15 dwelling units per acre, located at 4800
Keagy Road, Windsor Hills Magisterial District. (Continued)
Annual ReportlAnnual Work Plan
Mr. Thompson stated this information would be available at the
commission's next meeting.
Discussion of Cluster Ordinance
Mr. Thompson provided a brief history of the Cluster Ordinance. Ms.
Cronise introduced Ms. Joyce Graham and Ms. Meredith Jones who
designed the Village of Toms Creek located in the Town of Blacksburg.
Ms. Cronise provided a powerpoint presentation of this development. She
and the commission discussed the cluster development elements
incorporated within this design. Ms. Hooker inquired about water and
sewer issues with regard to zoning. Ms. Cronise explained options. Mr.
Thomason expressed concern regarding the practicality of this type of
development in a mountainous area. Mr. McNeil inquired about
permanent conservation of designated open space. Ms. Cronise
explained the easement will be included in the deed. Mr. McNeil
suggested the homes should be of various types. He stated the ordinance
should be specific regarding restrictions. Mr. Azar questioned the need
for a cluster ordinance in the county. He suggested cluster developments
be heard by the Planning Commission in the same manner as PRD's.
Ms. Hooker inquired specifically about the Toms Creek development. Ms.
Graham explained the procedure which was necessary due to density of
the development. Ms. Hooker expressed interest in further discussing the
need for cluster development. She noted the importance of saving
resources which make the area unique. Mr. McNeil reiterated the need
for strict regulations. Mr. Thomason concurred with Mr. McNeil. Mr.
Jarrell suggested going to see the Toms Creek development. Mr.
Thompson and Ms. Cronise stated they will make arrangements for the
visit.
Final Orders
Mr. Philip Thompson presented the Final Orders.
The petition of Lexington Falls, LLC, to rezone approximately 2.35
acres from C -'I, Office District, and R -3, Medium Density Multi -
Family Residential, to C -2, General Commercial District, and to
obtain a Special Use Permit in order to construct a drive -thru
restaurant, located at 6065 Peters Creek Road, Hollins Magisterial
District was approved by the Board of Supervisors at the Public
Hearing on December 19, 2006.
Citizen Comments
There were none.
Comments of Commissions and Staff
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Mr. Thompson stated Community Meetings are being scheduled on
January 30 and February 1 in the Mount Pleasant area to discuss the
Mount Pleasant Community Plan with area citizens.
He stated a Community Meeting in order to discuss CRT has been
tentatively scheduled for January 25
Mr. Jarrell requested pay increases for the Planning Commissioners, Mr.
Thompson discussed procedure.
Mr. Jarrell thanked Mr. Azar for his admirable performance during his term
a Planning Commission Chairman.
There being no additional business, the meeting was adjourned at
8:13 p.m.
Respectfully Submitted:
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Susan Carter
Recording Secretary, Roanoke County Planning Commission
Philip T mpson
Secret , Roanoke Cou y Planning Commission
Approved:
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Gary rell
Ch an, Roanoke County Planning Commission
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