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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2/19/2002 - MinutesROANOKE COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION WORK SESSION MINUTES - FEBRUARY 19, 2002 Present: Mr. Al Thomason Ms. Martha Hooker Mr. Don Witt Mr. Kyle Robinson Mr. Todd Ross Ms. Janet Scheid, Secretary Mr. David Holladay Mr. Tim Beard Mr. Chris Lowe Mr. Jack Ellinwood, ECI Mr. Bobby Wampler, ECI Ms. Tammi Wood, Recording Secretary WORK SESSION: Session opened at 4:05pm by Mr. Witt. Approval of Agenda Mr. Thomason moved to approve the agenda. Motion passed 5 -0. Approval of Minutes No minutes were approved. Discussion of Route 111460 West Corridor Master Plan — Design Guidelines Mr. Jack Ellinwood and Mr. Bobby Wampler of Engineering Concepts made a presentation. They stated that they had developed several maps in association with the draft as well as compiled data from several other design guidelines such as Clearbrook, Hollins, and Colonial Avenue. This new plan will become a basis of future guidelines for the County. Janet gave a history of the past meetings. She stated that there were few relevant comments given during the meetings and that the main issue concerned the "median." Staff had decided not to have additional meetings. Ms. Scheid stated that the road improvements might be 8- 10 years in the future but that staff and the PC should proceed with the plans now so that they would be ready when approval did come. Staff stated that graphics should be a part of the plan packet. Mr. Witt stated that he liked the last objective but that he didn't see any guidelines relative to improved water quality. Mr. Lowe stated that the new Stormwater Management Ordinance addresses BMP. Mr. Witt stated that LID techniques must be included in the county ordinance if possible. Ms. Hooker mentioned that the wording regarding strip malls was questionable. ( #4 Strip malls are discouraged, but under some guidelines, may be encouraged.) Mr. Robinson asked for more information concerning the 15' vegetative strip and stated that he was looking for an alternative for flexibility. Ms. Hooker stated that she was pleased to see tree preservation addressed in the plan. Mr. Ross stated that in II.A. it reads that the requirement for new buildings will be compatible with what is already there and noted that in certain circumstances we may not want new development to match existing development. Mr, Witt questioned pedestrian circulation and whether or not it will or can be developed on Route 460. Ms. Scheid stated that there is potential for this pedestrian circulation given the existence of the public library and public school. Mr. Witt stated that his impression was that there is desire to encourage walkways, these intentions need to be shown in the guidelines. It was also stated that in V.C. the last sentence should also include "ground face," Ms. Scheid mentioned a concern about the wording in V.C. regarding "metal" and that there are many types of "metal" fabrications available (i.e. Land Rover building). Ms. Hooker asked if utility crossings could interfere with plantings. ECl stated that they could. Mr. Witt questioned the 20' buffer requirement between residential to agricultural zoning in F.1.a. It was stated that it was in our current subdivision ordinance. Mr. Witt then questioned the use of 18' site lighting poles as opposed to the 20' pole (VII.A.). It was stated that the 18' pole is used in the Clearbrook area. Discussion of Chan es to Colonial Avenue Route 419 to Brambleton Proiect Mr. Beard gave a history of the past meetings, which included Fuzzy Minnix, Elmer Hodge, Arnold Covey, Janet Scheid and Tim Beard. An explanation of the maps was also given. Mr. Witt questioned why money was being spent for straightening the road. It was stated that there were few accidents in the area. Mr. Robinson questioned the traffic count on the road. Mr. Thomason questioned whether money should be spent on this road due to the financial state of VDOT. Mr. Beard stated that at this point, a one -year review is being recommended by the citizens. Mr. Robinson questioned what input the PC has. Ms. Scheid stated that the purpose of this meeting today was only to bring the PC "up to speed" on the issue. Ms. Scheid re- stated that staff needs to re -visit how the Colonial Avenue area got on the 6 year plan and that the process needs to be re- vamped. It was also stated that there needs to be a level of review prior to placing an area on the 6- year plan. Comments of Planning Commissioners and Planninci Staff Mr. Ross asked for an update of the Clearbrook car dealership. Ms. Scheid gave the history of the area. Planning Commission asked for the opportunity to review the draft Storm Water Management Ordinance. 2 Adjournment The meeting was adjourned at 5:25pm. Respectfully Submitted, �Vqtmlt i • mook Approved: Secretary, Roanoke County Planning Commission