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Home My WebLink About6/7/2011 - MinutesOY - N0/1 Iy� em wy l7� qV-a v K+ O I p PLANNING COMMISSION v a I83 PUBLIC HEARING MINUTES JUNE 7, 2011 Commissioners Present: Ms. Martha Hooker Mr. Gary Jarrell Mr. Rodney McNeil Mr. Jason Peters Commissioners Absent: Mr. David Radford Staff Present: Mr. Philip Thompson, Secretary Mr. Joe Obenshain, Senior Assistant County Attorney Mr. John Murphy Ms. Nicole Pendleton Mr. Chris Patriarca Ms. Susan Carter, Recording Secretary Work Session: Mr. Jarrell called the work session to order at 4:02 p.m. Approval of Agenda Mr. McNeil made a motion to approve the agenda, which passed 4 -0. Approval of Minutes Ms. Hooker made a motion to approve the minutes of May 17, 2011, which passed 4 -0. Approval of Consent Agenda Ms. Micklow provided a brief history of the Angelo R. Gianni, Jr. petition, noting the petitioner moved to the area from Ohio. She reviewed current zoning of adjacent properties and topography of the site. She discussed the existing invisible fencing and buffering of the site. Mr. Peters made a motion to approve the consent agenda, which passed 4 -0. Commissioner and Staff Comments After a brief discussion between staff and commissioners, Mr. Peters made a motion to cancel the June 21, 2011, Planning Commission Work Session, which passed 4 -0. Mr. Peters invited both staff and commissioners to attend the dedication of the Vinton - Roanoke County Veterans Monument on June 14, 2011, at 6:00 p.m. at the Vinton War Memorial. Page 1 of 6 ROANOKE COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES June 7, 2011 With no further comments, Mr. Jarrell adjourned the work session at 4:16 p.m. for site viewing. EVENING SESSION Mr. Jarrell called the Public Hearing to order at 7:00 p.m. Ms. Hooker gave the invocation and led the pledge of allegiance. 1. The petition of Sandra Finck to obtain a Special Use Permit in a R -1 S, Low Density Residential, District with a special use permit for a multiple dog permit for four (4) dogs on 2.24 acres, located at 2929 Elderwood Road, Catawba Magisterial District. Ms. Pendleton presented the staff report including a brief history of the property, current zoning, and site plan. She stated the existing fencing is an electric - invisible fence. She stated the proposed use for the property is within the county use and design standards. Ms. Hooker inquired about the background of the application. Ms. Pendleton explained that animal control had contacted the petitioner. Ms. Finck stated her daughter's husband and family are currently stationed in Hawaii and that she is taking care of their dog. Ms. Hooker inquired about the dogs getting out of yard. Ms. Finck stated the break in fence has been repaired and the dogs are secured in the yard. Mr. Jarrell opened the public hearing for public comment. Ms. Pendleton provided the commissioners with a letter from Mr. Ivan Coleman and Ms. Helen Coleman, expressing concern regarding the number of dogs and the dogs not being secured in the petitioner's yard. With no citizens requesting to speak, Mr. Jarrell closed the public hearing. Ms. Hooker made a motion to recommend approval of the special use permit request with the following condition: 1. The Multiple Dog Permit shall be for a maximum of four (4) dogs. Mr. Thompson called the roll and the motion passed (4 -0) with the following vote: AYES: Hooker, Jarrell, McNeil, Peters NAYES: None ABSTAIN: None 2. The petition of National Park Service /Blue Ridge Parkway, to obtain a Special Use Permit in a AG -3S, Agricultural /Rural Preserve, District with a special use permit to construct a broadcasting tower on 27.612 acres, located off Honeysuckle Road on Poor Mountain, Windsor Hills District. Mr. Patriarca presented the staff report, stating the new tower is needed due to the frequency changing to a digital signal. He stated the tower would be a self - supporting Page 2of6 ROANOKE COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES June 7, 2011 lattice tower which would coordinate with the system which will reach from North Carolina to Waynesboro, VA. He reviewed the current and proposed site plans He stated the matte finish will have minimal visual impact. He stated collocation and signage will not be permitted on the tower. He reviewed citizen concerns received at the community meeting which included visual impact and environmental impact of the tower. He discussed the zoning and land use designation of the area, stating the use is in general conformance. Mr. Peters inquired about the reason for changing the tower. Mr. Patriarca and Mr. Obenshain discussed this issue. Mr. McNeil discussed the importance of keeping the parkway communication system viable. Mr. Jarrell inquired about the construction timeline. Mr. Patriarca discussed this issue. Mr. Mike Molling, Chief of Maintenance, Blue Ridge Parkway, discussed changing the communication method to a digital signal. Mr. Jarrell opened the public hearing for public comment. With no citizens requesting to speak, Mr. Jarrell closed the public hearing. Ms. Hooker made a motion to recommend approval of the special use permit request with the following conditions: 1. The proposed development shall be in general conformance with the concept plan prepared by the United States Department of the Interior dated January 25, 2011. 2. The proposed tower shall not exceed a total height of 120'. 3. The existing 85' tower and supporting structures shall be removed and properly disposed of from the site by January 1, 2012. Mr. Thompson called the roll and the motion passed (4 -0) with the following vote: AYES: Hooker, Jarrell, McNeil, Peters NAYES: None ABSTAIN: None 3. The petition of the Roanoke County Board of Supervisors, Town of Vinton, and Cardinal IG Company to amend the covenants, conditions, and Master Plan on 99 acres zoned PTD, Planned Technology Development, District at the Vinton Business Center, located near the 2100 through 2400 block of Hardy Road and the 2100 block of Cardinal Park Drive, Vinton Magisterial District. Mr. Thompson presented the staff report, including a brief history of the property, site plan, and zoning designations. He reviewed the proposed amendments to the covenants, conditions, and Master Plan. He reviewed input received from citizens at the community meeting, including trail network, widening of Hardy Road, environmental issues, and buffering requirements. He discussed area wetlands. Page 3 of 6 ROANOKE COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES June 7, 2011 Mr. McNeil inquired about existing trees. Mr. Thompson discussed PTD regulations regarding landscape and streetscape improvements. Ms. Consuella Caudill, Assistant Town Manager, Town of Vinton, stated council agrees with the proposed amendments. She stated they are in favor of approving the document as presented. Mr. Jarrell opened the public hearing for public comment. With no citizens requesting to speak, Mr. Jarrell closed the public hearing. Mr. Peters made a motion to recommend approval of the proposed amendments. Mr. Thompson called the roll and the motion passed (4 -0) with the following vote: AYES: Hooker, Jarrell, McNeil, Peters NAYES: None ABSTAIN: None 4. The petition of Carol and Jason Lachowicz to rezone approximately 5.476 acres from AG -3, Agricultural /Rural Preserve, District, C -2C, General Commercial, District with conditions, and C -1 C, Office, District with conditions to AV, Agricultural/Village Center, District and AG -3, Agricultural /Rural Preserve, District, located at 8346 Bent Mountain Road, 8364 Bent Mountain Road, and 8399 Strawberry Lane, Windsor Hills Magisterial District. Ms. Cronise presented the staff report, including the site plan, zoning, and land use designations. She provided a brief history of each parcel and proposed zoning changes. She stated rezoning will bring the area into compliance with the Comprehensive Plan. The commissioners and staff discussed this issue. Ms. Carol Lachowicz stated she does not plan any major development of the property and plans to lease the property. Mr. Jarrell opened the public hearing for public comment. Mr. Henry Wise, 7594 Countrywood Drive, stated that the AV area should be contiguous to the existing AV zoning. Mr. E. G. Hayes, 7620 Countrywood Drive, expressed concern regarding increased traffic and safety issues. Ms. Lachowicz stated she does not plan to develop the property which has been placed in a trust for her children. She stated they would prefer not to subdivide property due to additional surveying costs. Ms. Cronise stated the Village Center designation would be more in conformance with the Comprehensive Plan. Ms. Hooker noted the proposed zoning would be a less intense use and offer more protection for the community in comparison to the current zoning. Page 4 of 6 ROANOKE COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES June 7, 2011 With no other citizens requesting to speak, Mr. Jarrell closed the public hearing. Ms. Hooker made a motion to recommend approval of the rezoning request. Mr. Thompson called the roll and the motion passed (4 -0) with the following vote: AYES: Hooker, Jarrell, McNeil, Peters NAYES: None ABSTAIN: None 5. A proposed amendment to the Roanoke County Comprehensive Plan. The proposed amendment would incorporate Urban Development Areas into the Roanoke County Comprehensive Plan. Ms. Cronise presented the proposed amendment, including recommended sites and requirements. Ms. Hooker discussed the mandated designation and thanked staff for development of the amendment. Mr. McNeil discussed importance of having base document. Ms. Cronise noted the development of the document was a collaborative effort by staff and the commission. Mr. Thompson commended staff on the development of the amendment. Mr. Jarrell opened the public hearing for public comment. With no citizens requesting to speak, Mr. Jarrell closed the public hearing. Mr. Peters made a motion to recommend approval of the proposed amendment. Mr. Thompson called the roll and the motion passed (4 -0) with the following vote: AYES: Hooker, Jarrell, McNeil, Peters NAYES: None ABSTAIN: None Final Orders 1. The petition of Kenneth J. and Linda J. Lapiejko to obtain a Special Use Permit in a R -1, Low Density Residential, District to operate a private stable on 44.5 acres, located at 3525 Harborwood Road, Catawba Magisterial District was approved by the Board of Supervisors at a Public Hearing on April 26, 2011. 2. The petition of Douglas R. and Mary E. McCallum to obtain a Special Use Permit in an AG -1, Agricultural /Rural Low Density, District to operate a small wind energy system on 2.414 acres, located at 4824 Wade Road, Windsor Hills Magisterial District was approved by the Board of Supervisors at a Public Hearing on April 26, 2011. 3. Proposed amendments to the Roanoke County Zoning Ordinance. The proposed amendments to Article I (General Provisions), Article II (Definitions and Use Types), Article III (District Regulations), Article IV (Use and Design Standards), and Article V (Development Standards) would revise and incorporate regulations dealing with, but not limited to: parking and parking structures; solar Page 5 of 6 ROANOKE COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES June 7, 2011 energy systems; private roads; fuel centers; religious assembly; home occupations; accessory apartments; private stables; multiple dog permits; temporary family health care structures; conditional zoning; enforcement procedures; nonconforming uses; and the board of zoning appeals including reducing the appeal period for certain use violations was approved by the Board of Supervisors at a Public Hearing on May 24, 2011. Citizen Comments There were none. With no citizens requesting to speak, Mr. Jarrell closed the citizen comment period. Commissioners' and Staff Comments Mr. Thompson stated the June 21, 2011 Planning Commission Work Session has been canceled. With no further business or comments, Mr. Jarrell adjourned the meeting at 8:10 p.m. Respectfully Submitted: Susan Carter Recording Secretary, Roanoke County Planning Commission 6� &-- 21. Philip Th pson Secreta ,Roanoke County Planning Commission e"-' t l Gary Jarrel Chairman, Roanoke County Planning Commission Page 6 of 6