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HomeMy WebLinkAbout3/4/2003 - MinutesROANOKE COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES - MARCH 4, 2003 Present: Mr. Al Thomason Ms. Martha Hooker Mr. Don Witt, Chairman Mr. Todd Ross Mr. Steve Azar Ms. Janet Scheid, Secretary Mr. David Holladay Mr. John Murphy Mr. Chris Lowe Mr. Tim Beard Ms. Susan Carter, Recording Secretary WORK SESSION: Session opened at 4:00pm by Mr. Witt. Approval of Agenda Mr. Thomason moved to approve the agenda. Motion passed 5 -0. Approval of Minutes Ms. Hooker moved to approve the minutes. Motion passed 5 -0. Approval of Consent Agenda Mr. Ross moved to approve the consent agenda. Motion passed 5 -0. Joint PCIBOS Worksession The Planning Commissioners agreed that although the joint session with the BOS was helpful, future sessions between the PC and BOS should be limited to fewer topics so more time could be spent on each. The commissioners expressed interest in participating in future Worksessions with the BOS. Sign Ordinance Mr. Thomason asked for clarification of a non - conforming sign with regard to moving signs. Ms. Scheid stated since the BOS did not indicate any change to this portion of the code, moving signs are illegal. Mr. Holladay reported he has sent a letter to Charles Franklin Advertising notifying them of the violation. He stated they are being legally represented by Mr. Ed Natt. Mr. Holladay suggested making the sign revolve at longer intervals such as every 12 hours. Mr. Thomason stated if the moving sign turned at less frequent intervals it would be more appealing. Mr. Ross stated the moving signs are creative advertising, although he does not think the sign should have been installed in violation of the existing sign ordinance. Mr. Azar stated he is not opposed to moving signs. He reiterated it should not have been installed illegally. Ms. Hooker stated she is opposed to moving signs. She stated she would be more agreeable if the sign rotated less frequently such as every 8 to 12 hours creating less of a traffic hazard. She suggested allowing the sign company to keep the moving sign if they lessen the frequency of the rotation. Mr. Holladay stated he is unsure the sign company will agree if the intervals required are very long. He noted if we allow this moving sign more will follow. Mr. Witt recommended that language should be included that only allows tri- vision on conforming signs, i.e., nonconforming billboards could not be upgraded to have tri- vision. Mr. Holladay stated moving signs could be distracting if several were placed closely together. Mr. Murphy stated if the ordinance is revised to include off premise moving signs only, it would be necessary to offer justification for the exclusion of on- premise moving signage. Ms. Scheid stated non - conforming signs should not be allowed to upgrade. Mr. Thomason stated he is opposed to the frequency of the moving signs not the tri- vision sign itself. Ms. Scheid reported on moving sign regulations in other localities. She stated staff will draft language that will provide for off - premises conforming tri- vision signage prior to the April 1 st PC Worksession. Mr. Holladay suggested allowing the BOS to chose frequency guidelines. Residential Growth Mr. Witt reported on his meeting with Mr. Elmer Hodge. He stated Mr. Hodge expressed concern regarding residential growth without adequate public utilities, roads, and schools to support the new developments. Ms. Scheid stated Mr. Fuzzy Minnix has requested that VDOT review traffic at the intersection of Cotton Hill Road and Route 221. She noted the road budget has been diminished since last year. Ms. Scheid discussed the advantage of improving 5 or 6 smaller roads as opposed to other roads that are less traveled. Mr. Azar asked if it would be possible for Cotton Hill Land Co. to proffer placing a street light at the intersection with Rt. 221. Ms. Scheid stated the proffer would need to be in the form of an "impact fee." She pointed out that in the case of Cotton Hill, the lanes leading to the intersection would need to be developed prior to the placement of the traffic signal. Mr. Thomason agreed it would be helpful for the developer to proffer a cash contribution. Ms. Scheid stated it will be necessary to develop guidelines in order to implement "Impact fees." Mr. Thomason stated Mr. Boone and Mr. Strauss have requested to meet with him regarding the Cotton Hill rezoning. He stated he and Mr. Witt plan to meet with Mr. Boone and Mr. Strauss prior to the April 15t PCPH. Mr. Thomason noted Cotton Hill Road is currently unsafe for high traffic volume. Stormwater Management Mr. Witt inquired about NPDES. Mr. Lowe gave a brief update. He stated Mr. Ken Carbarle will be submitting Roanoke County's proposal Friday, April 7 He stated Explore Park will be implementing the educational portion of the proposal. 2 Mr. Lowe stated it is a regional stormwater management approach. He stated the County is working on a hazardous waste day along with Roanoke City. Mr. Lowe stated he would acquire documents for Mr. Witt to review. Windsor House Ms. Scheid discussed personal services allowed in C -1 zonings. She reported on research of services allowed by right in C -1 in other localities. Mr. Witt suggested limiting the square footage of the business. Mr. Thomason suggested limiting the number of employees. Ms. Scheid asked the commissioners if they want to exclude any services. Ms. Scheid reviewed C -1 personal services that are currently allowed in C -1. After discussion among the PC and staff, the commissioners stated they would like to revise the zoning ordinance to allow beauty salons by right in C -1. Ms. Scheid stated she will place this item on the April 1 public hearing agenda. Colonial Avenue Corridor Mr. Beard invited the PC to a Community Meeting on March 13 at 7:00 p.m. at the Brambleton Center to discuss a rezoning at 3406 Ogden Road. PUBLIC HEARING: Mr. Witt called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Mr. Todd Ross gave the invocation and led the pledge of allegiance. There was the petition of Fellowship Community Church to obtain a Special Use Permit to construct and operate a daycare on 15.652 acres located at Red Lane Extension at Interstate 81, Baptist Children's Home, Catawba Magisterial District. Mr. Chris Lowe, Roanoke County Planning, presented the staff report. Ms. Mary Ellen Goodlatte gave a brief history of the property. She noted the phasing is the same as petition previously approved by the Planning Commission for the religious assembly on this property. She stated Phase 1 includes a daycare that would accommodate 100 children. She reviewed the site plan. She stated the overall response from neighboring citizens has been positive. She stated the conditions attached to the previous SUP do not need to be modified for this use. She stated the previously imposed conditions on this site are: 1) Signage on Red Lane would be monument type only and would be front lit, if lit at all; 2) The property be developed in substantial conformity with the Concept plan dated February 20, 2002 subject to any modifications required during site plan review or agreed to by Roanoke County, including requirements related to buffering and screening the proposed use from adjoining properties. She explained floor plan and artist's rendering of the facility. She stated the petitioner plans to have completed Phase 1 and open the facility for worship services by April 2004. She stated the projected completion date for Phase 4 is approximately 15 years. She introduced the Student Pastor, James Tippins, and Building Committee members, Sheldon Henderson and Janie Whitlow. Ms. Hooker inquired if the church currently has childcare in the facility. Ms. Goodlatte stated they have no childcare other than those incidental to worship services. Ms. Hooker asked if the number of children would be less than the projected 100 children during the first year after opening. Ms. Goodlatte stated the number would probably be less than 100 children at first, although she noted the church is a very young and rapidly growing congregation. Mr. Azar asked if there is a commitment to build Phase 4 in 15 years. Ms. Goodlatte stated the church thought it was important to include future plans as part of the original master plan. There were no citizen comments. Ms. Hooker noted the petition conforms with the Community Plan and the site has ample space to conform to all applicable development standards. Ms. Hooker then made a favorable recommendation to approve the Special Use Permit: AYES: Witt, Hooker, Thomason, Ross, Azar NAYS: None ABSENT: None Citizens Comments There were no additional citizen comments. Comments Ms. Scheid reminded the Commissioners of the March 12 VDOT hearing on design of Mountain View Road. Two issues are important to express to VDOT: 1) Mountain View is designated for a bike lane; and 2) Mountain View needs to accommodate the crossing of Wolf Creek Greenway in two places. Final Orders 1. The petition of Carroll Investment Properties, Inc., to Rezone 17.034 acres from R -3 Medium Density Multi - Family Residential District to R -4 High Density Multi - Family Residential District in order to construct multi - family dwellings located at the east side of Plantation Road at the intersection with Hershberger Road, Hollins Magisterial District was approved with conditions by the Board of Supervisors at the Public Hearing on February 25, 2003. There being no additional business, the meeting was adjourned at 7.14 p.m. 2 Respectfully Submitted, Approved: Secretary, Roanoke County Planning Commission