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HomeMy WebLinkAbout12/15/2014 - MinutesCommissioners Present: Mr. Wayne Bower Ms. Martha Hooker Mr. Gene Marrano Mr. Jim Woltz Mr. Rick James Staff Present: Mr. Philip Thompson Mr. Ruth Ellen Kuhnel, County Attorney - I W 0 ITAI- RRiffir-111*1111111 AINOO Ms. Becky James Ms. Tara Pattisall Ms. Susan McCoy, Recording Secretary Call to Order Ms., Hooker called the meeting to order at 6:05 p.m. Approval of Agenda Mr. Marrano made a motion to approve the agenda, which passed 4-0. Approval of Minutes Mr. Bower made a motion to approve the minutes of November 3, 2014, and November 17, 2014, which passed 4-0. Consent Agenda Ms. Wood provided an overview of the Morgan Ventures, LLC petition, including the proposed use, current zoning, and future land use designation. She reviewed the vicinity distances and concept plan, noting the property is not located within the floodplain. Ms. Wood and the Commissioners discussed photos of the balloon test which was conducted on December 6, 2014. Mr. Thompson, Ms. Wood, and the Commissioners discussed the proposed tower design. Ms. James provided an overview the Roger and Deborah Rardin petition, including a brief history of the property, current zoning, and future land use designation. Mr. Thompson, Ms. James, and the Commissioners discussed the proposed use of the property, surrounding zoning, and property access, Mr. Marrano made a motion to approve the consent agenda, which passed 4-0. Page 1 of 4 ROANOKE COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES DECEMBER 15, 2014 Plantation Road Bicycle, Pedestrian and Streetscape Project Ms. Cronise provided an update on the Plantation Road Design Public Hearing which was held on November 20, 2014, at Country Inn & Suites. She reviewed the results of the surveys distributed at the meeting, including comments regarding gateway signage, sidewalks, gireenway connectivity, and pedestrian safety issues when crossing Plantation Road. She discussed methods used for citizen outreach. She discussed the overall concept plan for Phase 1 - Williamson Road to Gander Way/Friendship Lane, including a shared use path from Williamson Road to Walrond Drive and sidewalk to Gander Way on the west side and a sidewalk from Williamson Road to Friendship Lane on the east side. She stated a pedestrian crosswalk and signs will be installed at the Gander/Friendship traffic signal. She discussed the Hitech Road and Waldron Drive intersection improvements. She discussed plans regarding trees, pedestrian lights, stormwater management, retaining walls, and utility relocations. She discussed the photo simulation at Plantation Road and Lila Drive, Gateway Rendering Exhibit, and Planting andl Furnishing Palette Exhibit. Ms. Cronise discussed the Design Features of Note, including stormwater management regulations and installation of retaining walls. She reviewed additional Plantation Road projects, including Lila Drive traffic Signal and road reconstruction, Friendship Lane/Carvin's Creek Bridge replacement, Friendship Lane reconstruction, and other remaiining improvements. She stated exhibits may be accessed online at www,roanpj,�.ec Ms. Cronise reviewed the project . . . ..... . _IgWaljo timeline. Comprehensive Plan Review (Chapter 6 and Chapter 71 Mr. Thompson discussed Chapter 6 - Future Land Use Guide, noting much of the content was created in 1985. He reviewed the Land Use Designations, including conservation, rural preserve, rural village, village center, neighborhood conservation, development, transition, core, and principal industrial. He stated many of the sections need to be reviewed and revised to be more responsive to community/area plans, including Mount Pleasant Community Plan, Hollins Area Plan, and Glenvar Community Plan. Mr. Thompson and the Commissioners discussed Land Use Determinants, including existing zoning, utility availability, and water and sewer service and supply. Mr. Thompson discussed Land Use Policies, including resource preservation, design, neighborhoods, community facilities, transportation, open space, greenways, and economic development. Mr. Thompson reviewed Chapter 7 — Planning Area Analysis, including County -wide neighborhood themes and concerns, and community values, resources, and general policies. He discussed County -wide Themes and Concerns, including land use, public facilities, and resources. He discussed Community Planning Areas, including community values, key resources, and general policies. He discussed the main components of the Comprehensive Plan, lincluding vision statements,, resource preservation, land use, and community facilities. He stated Community -wide Themes for Vision Statements include regionalism, sustainability, community identity, scenic beauty, and quality of life. Mr. Thompson and the Commissioners discussed creating appropriate options which would protect the rights of property owners. Page 2 of 4 ROANOKE COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES DECEMBER 15, 2014 Final Orders 1. The petition of Bonsack Baptist Church Trustees and Union First Market Bank to rezone approximately 4.64 acres to remove proffered conditions from property zoned C-1 CS, Low Intensity Commercial, District with conditions and special use permit and C-1 C, Low intensity Commercial, District with conditions to construct additional parking for religious assembly use located near the 5000 block of Cloverdale Road, Hollins Magisterial District was approved by the Board of Supervisors at a Public Hearing on November 18, 2014. 2. The petition of IYS XXI I, LC to rezone approximately 8.46 acres from I-1 S, Low Intensity Industrial, District with special use permit to C -2S, High Intensity Commercial, District with special use permit for the operation of a halfway house, located at 5673 Airport Road, Hollins Magisterial District. (Withdrawn by the petitioner) Citizen Comments There were none. Commissioners' and Staff Comments Mr. Thompson and the Commissioners discussed website access issues. Mr. Thompson stated the Roanoke County Employees Christmas Luncheon will be held on December 17, 2014, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Salem Civic Center. Mr. Thompson stated the Mountain Valley Pipeline Open House will be held on Wednesday, December 17, 2014, from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Salem Civic Center. Mr. Thompson provided a status update on the vacant Planner I and Planner II positions. Mr. Thompson provided an update on the Brambleton Area Business Association meeting which was held on December 11, 2014. Mr. Thompson stated a letter from Turner Long Construction regarding the concrete slab placement schedule for Friendship Health & Rehab South is being sent to nearby property owners. With no further business or comments, Ms. Hooker adjourned the meeting at 7:22 p.m. Respectfully Submitted: Susan McCoy Recording Secretary, Roanoke County Planning Commission Page 3 of 4 ROANOKE COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Philip ompson 5ecre ary, Roanoke County Planning Commission Martha Hooker Chairman, Roanoke County Planning Commission Page 4 of 4 DECEMBER 15, 2014