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HomeMy WebLinkAbout6/7/2005 - Minutes ROANOKE COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES –JUNE 7, 2005 Present:Ms. Martha Hooker,Chairman Mr. Steve Azar Mr. Rodney McNeil(worksessiononly) Mr. Gary Jarrell Mr. Al Thomason Ms. Janet Scheid Mr. David Holladay Ms. Tammi Wood Mr. Anthony Ford Ms. Kate Youngbluth Mr. Tim Beard Ms. Susan Carter, Recording Secretary Guests:Mr. Joel Baker, Building Commissioner Ms. Pam Podger, Roanoke Times Ms. Liz Belcher, Greenways Ms. Barbara Duerk Ms. Kristen Peckman WORK SESSION: Session opened at 4:00p.m. by Ms.Hooker. Approval of Agenda Mr. Azar moved to approve the agenda. Motion passed 5-0. Approval of Minutes Mr.Thomason moved to approve the May 3, 2005minutesand May 10, 2005 minutes. Motion passed 5-0. Approval of Consent Agenda Mr.Azar moved to approve the consent agenda. Motion passed 5-0. Discussion of Bikeway Plan Mr. Anthony Ford, Traffic Engineer, discussed the priority list oftheBikeway Plan. He explained the considerations used to determine level of service. He stated Mr. Tim Beard, Ms. Liz Belcher, other surrounding localities, VDOT, and area bicyclists also participated in the process. He reviewed the goals forthe Bikeway Plan. Hepresented andexplained maps. He discussed the difference between the Priority List and Visioning List. He requested input from the Planning Commission regarding the Priority List.He stated residential streets were not included on the list since they are already low speed areas. Mr. McNeil asked if trails would be suitable for biking and walking citizens. Mr. Ford stated although the trails on the list are being developed primarily for biking, most trails will also accommodate pedestrians. He noted some trails will link totrails being 1 developed in otherlocalities. The commissioners discussed specific areas listed on the plan. Ms. Belcher explained the how the greenway planconnects tothe bikewaysplan. Mr. Ford provided an explanation regarding the procedure which will be followed in order to acquire approval of the plan. He stated the plan will ultimately be submitted to the Board of Supervisors for consideration. Mr. Thomason inquired aboutincluding Mt. Chestnut Road. Ms. Belcher explained the road currently has low traffic. Ms. Kristen Peckman requested two items on the Visioning List bemovedup to the Priority List: Peters Creek Road to Woodhaven Road and Williamson Road to the Roanoke City limits. Ms. Hooker asked if road improvement funding would cover bike lanes. Mr. Ford stated bike lanes would be covered with major improvements only. Ms. Barbara Duerk recommended adding paint to righthandside of bike lane. She stated bicyclists would also like abetter grade of paving. She requested biking areas be cleaned more frequently. She also requested an access area be developed between the Blue Ridge Parkway and existing amenities along Rt. 220.She stated the lanes would also help emergency vehicles trying to maneuver through traffic. Mr. Ford noted the Route 220 corridor issue would be addressed by the Route 220 Improvement Plan as previously discussed at the Bikeway Plan meeting. Ms. Duerk also mentioned funds are available for safe routes to school. Comments Mr. Joel Baker, Building Commissioner, provided a brief update on renovations being made to 3821 Colony Lane property. Site Viewing The meeting was adjourned for site viewing at4:30p.m. 2 PUBLIC HEARING: Ms. Hookercalled the meeting to order at 7:00p.m. Mr.Steve Azargave the invocation and ledthe pledge of allegiance. 1. The petition of Seaside Heights, LLC,to rezone .98 acres from C1, Office District to C-2, General Commercial District and to obtain a Special Use Permit on 2.22 acres for the operation of a fast food restaurant and drive-thru located at the intersections of Brambleton Avenue, Colonial Avenue and (Continued until July5, Merriman Road, Cave Spring Magisterial District. 2005) 2.Request of the Roanoke County Building Commissioner to consider spot blight abatement of property at3821 Colony Lane, Cave Spring Magisterial District.Mr. Joel Baker, Roanoke County Building Commissioner, presented the staff report. He provided a brief history of the property. He provided an update of the progress being made on the property. He stated the property repairs areapproximately 80-85% completeandcounty inspectors have inspected the property. He stated the property should return to full tax assessment value when complete. Mr. Bakerreviewed options available to the Planning Commissionandrecommendedcontinuing the request with periodic updates on the property. Mr. Jarrell requested the prospective date of construction completion. Mr. Baker stated the construction should be complete within 2-3 weeks. Mr. Jarrell expressed concern that a continuance may extend time contractors take to finish the project. Mr. Baker stated it is important to prevent the blight from returning. Mr. Jarrell suggested that Mr. Baker planto do final inspection in 30 days. Mr. Baker stated he could provide an update in one month. Mr. Azar agreed a 90 day extension is too long. He suggested requiring completion in phases in order to insure compliance. Ms. Hooker suggested Mr. Baker provide an update in 30 days and a formal report in 90 days. Ms. Hooker then made the motion to continue the request untilSeptember 6, 2005,with Mr. Baker providing an update to the commission at their next meeting on July 5, 2005. AYES:Thomason, Hooker, Azar, Jarrell NAYS:None ABSENT:McNeil 3.The petition of Fralin & Waldron, Inc. to rezone approximately 50 acres from AG-3, Agriculture/Rural Preserve District to R-1, Low Density Residential District for the construction of single family dwellings, located northwest of the 5800 block of Crumpacker Drive and 6200 block of Apple Harvest Drive, Hollins Magisterial District.Ms. Janet Scheid, Roanoke County Planning Department, presented the staff report. 3 Mr. Steve Claytorand Mr. Andy Kelderhouse ofFralin & Waldron, Inc., Mr. Steven Lemon,Esquire, and Mr. Kirk Lumsdenof Lumsden Associates represented the petitioner. Mr. Claytor stated his firm is the contract purchaser. He stated they are requesting to rezone approximately 50 acres. He stated the density on the proposed site will beless than in the surrounding subdivision.He stated he supports the conservation designation on the surrounding 153 acres –remaining portions of Crumpacker tract.He noted public water and sewer are available in this area. Mr. Claytorstated there will be no direct accessfrom this subdivision to the LaBellevue subdivisionand thatall roads will beconstructed according to VDOT standards. He presented and explained the site plan.He briefly reported on the Community rd Meetingheld on May 23.Petitioner stated that F&Wwill comply with DEQ and county regulationsand thatconstruction will most likely begin in approximately two years. He stated the houses will be valued in the $325,000 range. He noted Mr. Ron Crawford of the Read Mountain Alliance supports the petition. Mr. Thomason askedabout location of utilities. Mr. Kelderhouse stated their intent is to place new utility lines underground. He stated the existing powerline, which is a major source of power, will remain. Mr. Azar inquired about water accessibility. Mr. Kelderhouse stated the capacity needed is availableand thatthey are planning to develop additional water storage. He noted this will also improve conditionsintheLaBellevue area. Mr. Ken Blackman, 5716 Fieldview Drive, expressed concern regarding sediment controland stormwater runoff.He stated currently stormwater runoff comes through the streets of the adjoining development. He stated problems have not been addressedby the developer.He also expressed concern regarding access. He provided photographs of area showingrecent stormwater runoff. Mr. Azar asked if a silt fence had been installed. Mr. Blackman stated silt fencing hadnot been installed in the area to which he was referring. Mr. Azar asked ifhe had contacted DEQ. Mr. Blackman stated he had spoken only to the builder regardingthis issue. Mr. Alan McPherson, 5911 Windcrest Drive,stated he has lived at this location for 10 years. He stated his main concerns are traffic and access. He noted most traffic will come down Crumpacker Drive. He noted with the addition of 65 housesthatthere will be a significant increase in traffic. Mr. Andy Kelderhouse stated he would visit Mr. Blackman’s siteto address stormwater issues. He stated there would be a major drainage course beside Ciderhouse Drive. He explained the Crumpacker Road design. Mr. Claytor noted the Fire & Rescue Department had reported no concerns with the plan. Mr. Jarrell asked how many houses could be built on the remaining 153 acres if zoning remained AG-3. Mr. Kelderhouse stated they could build approximately 75 houses by right if that property stayed AG-3. Mr. Thomason asked about stormwater management plans. Mr. Kelderhouse stated the projecthad not yet been totally engineered. He discussed the prospective 4 location of detention ponds.He noted the ordinance would require stormwater management compliance. Mr. Thomason asked about the slope of the area,expressing concern about stormwater runoff. Mr. Kelderhouse and Mr. Kurt Lumsden discussed the slope of the site.Mr. Azar expressed concern about ridgetop protection. Mr. Claytor stated they have no plans to develop the more steeply slopedarea closer to the ridgetop. He stated he is confident they can comply with requirements. Mr. Jarrell asked about stormwater management provisions on Crumpacker Drive. Mr. Kelderhouse stated it will be a closed system with curbing. Mr. Claytor stated some of the topography at this site will prevent development. He stated they have no plans to develop the remaining 153 acres that is designated conservation. Mr. Jarrell stated he was sympathetic to citizens’ concerns regarding stormwater management. Mr. Jarrellthen made the motion to recommend approval of the rezoning request with the following proffer: 1. Total lot subdivision count will not exceed 65 lots and will be generally consistent with the submitted “Concept Plan Showing Future Sections of The Orchards”, dated March 23, 2005, prepared by Lumsden Associates, PC. AYES:Thomason, Hooker, Azar, Jarrell NAYS:None ABSENT:McNeil 4.The petition of Daniel W. Doss to obtain a Special Use Permit for the operation of a used automobile dealership on .467 acres, located at 6717 Williamson Road, Hollins Magisterial District.Ms. Kate Youngbluth, Roanoke County Planning Department, presented the staff report. Mr. Jarrell questioned condition limiting operating hours on Saturday. Ms. Youngbluth stated the intent was to limit noise on weekends. Ms. Scheid noted the Planning Commission has the ability to revise the conditions. Mr. Jarrell stated closing at 1:00 p.m. on Saturdays creates a hardship for the petitioner since surrounding car lots remain open later on Saturday.He suggested allowing the petitioner to remain open until 6:00 p.m. on Saturday. Mr. Thomason referenced a letter received from adjoiner, Michelle Compton Still, expressing concern regarding buffering of noise from roadway. Ms. Youngbluth stated pine trees bordering the property will remain. She noted since the conditions suggest a 20 car limit,there shouldbe no need to remove the existing building. Mr. Daniel Dossspoke regarding the petition. He expressed appreciation for allowing him to remain open on Saturday. He requested allowing him to have 25 vehicles on the lot, noting surrounding lots have many more vehicles on display. He stated he has 28 spaces already marked in the lot. Ms. Youngbluth stated the 20 car limit was intended to prevent overcrowdingon 5 the lot. Ms. Scheid noted otherlotswhich are overcrowded have parked cars in the right of way. Ms. Marie Compton, spoke representing her daughter, Michelle Compton Still. She stated her daughter wants the existing row of trees and the building to remain since they create a buffer from the noise between her house and the petitioner’s property. Ms. Hooker stated if the existing building and pine trees stay, Ms. Still’s concerns will have been addressed. Mr. Jarrell asked if the exterior ofthe building would be altered.Mr. Doss stated only cosmetic changes would be made to the exterior of the building. Mr. Azar inquired about signage. Ms. Scheid noted staff does not intend to impose signage restrictions on this site. Mr. Doss discussed his signage plans which will be in accordance withC-2zoning regulations. Ms. Hooker inquired about Williamson Road redevelopment guidelines. Ms. Youngbluth stated this property is outside of the Williamson Road overlay district. Mr. Jarrell then made the motion to recommend approval of the SUP request with the following conditions: 1.Landscaping shall include a ten-foot planting adjacent to any public street right-of-way. Within this planting strip, one large deciduous, large evergreen or small deciduous tree shall be planted every thirty (30) linear feet. Such planting materials shall otherwise comply with the landscaping requirements contained in Section 30-92 of the Zoning Ordinance. 2.The maximum number of vehicles allowed on site for saleis 25. 3.Operating hours shall be limited to Monday –Saturday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and no business allowed on Sunday. 4.No changes shall be made to existing building except those of a cosmetic nature. AYES:Thomason, Hooker, Azar, Jarrell NAYS:None ABSENT:McNeil Citizens Comments There were none. Planning Commission and Staff Comments There were none. Final Orders 1.The petition of Christopher L. Irvine to rezone .52 acres from R-1, Low Density Residential District to C-1C, Office District with conditions for the operation of a general office, located at 3663 Colonial Avenue, Cave was approved by the Board of Supervisors Spring Magisterial District at the Public Hearing on May 24, 2005. 6 2.The petition of KTP, LLC to obtain a Special Use Permitfor the construction of mini-warehouses on 5.602 acres, located at 1918 was approved by the Washington Avenue, Vinton Magisterial District Board of Supervisors at the Public Hearing on May 24, 2005. There being no additional business, the meeting was adjourned at8:21p.m. Respectfully Submitted, Approved: Secretary, Roanoke County Planning Commission 7