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PLANNING COMMISSION
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PUBLIC HEARING MINUTES
AUGUST 2, 2011
Commissioners Present:
Ms. Martha Hooker
Mr. Rodney McNeil
Mr. Jason Peters
Mr. David Radford
Commissioners Absent:
Mr. Gary Jarrell
Staff Present:
Mr. Philip Thompson, Secretary
Mr. Joe Obenshain, Senior Assistant County Attorney
Ms. Jill Loope, Economic Development
Mr. Chris Patriarca
Ms. Tammi Wood
Ms. Tara Pattisall
Ms. Susan Carter, Recording Secretary
Work Session:
Mr. Radford called the work session to order at 4:00 p.m.
Approval of Agenda
Mr. Peters made a motion to approve the agenda, which passed 4 -0.
Approval of Minutes
Ms. Hooker made a motion to approve the minutes of July 5, 2011, and July 19, 2011,
which passed 4 -0.
Approval of Consent Agenda
Mr. Patriarca provided a PowerPoint presentation regarding the petition of Scott and
Debbie George, including current zoning, future land use designation, and the site plan.
He provided a brief history of the property. He stated the petitioner would like to acquire
some livestock for her special needs son who will permanently reside with her in
approximately one year. He stated the surrounding community is primarily rural. Ms.
Hooker discussed R -1 zoning of the area suggesting the commission and staff revaluate
future land use and zoning in the area. Mr. Thompson and commissioners discussed
zoning options and permitted uses. Mr. McNeil inquired about developers objecting to
possible zoning changes in the area. Staff and the commissioners discussed this issue.
Mr. McNeil made a motion to approve the consent agenda, which passed 4 -0.
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Commissioner and Staff Comments
Ms. Wood reviewed the calls received expressing concern regarding the Roanoke
County Economic Development Authority petition. She stated concerns were regarding
additional entrances on Carson Road, emission issues from new businesses, and
screening and buffering between industrial areas and residences. Mr. Peters inquired
about Carson Road issue. Mr. Thompson discussed this issue. Ms. Loope explained
the parcels listed in the petition have already been developed. Mr. McNeil inquired
about removal of proffers from the properties. Ms. Loope discussed this issue, noting
these are the last two parcels in the area which have original proffers. Mr. McNeil
inquired about buffering. Mr. Thompson discussed the zoning ordinance requirements
regarding this issue.
Mr. Thompson provided an update on Mr. Tarek Moneir.
Mr. Peters stated he will not be attending the Planning Commission Public Hearing on
September 6, 2011.
With no further comments, Mr. Radford adjourned the work session at 4:33 p.m. for site
viewing.
EVENING SESSION
Mr. Radford called the Public Hearing to order at 7:00 p.m. He gave the invocation and
led the pledge of allegiance.
The petition of the Roanoke County Economic Development Authority to remove
the proffered conditions on approximately 59.13 acres zoned I -1 C, Low Intensity
Industrial, District with conditions, located at 4022 Integrity Drive and 4050
Integrity Drive, Vinton Magisterial District. Ms. Wood presented the staff report
including a brief history, zoning designations, and site plan of the area. She
stated a traffic impact analysis may be needed in the future if additional traffic is
generated. She stated the petition is in compliance with the Comprehensive
Plan. Mr. McNeil inquired about the sites. Ms. Wood explained that the two sites
have already been developed by Coca -Cola and Integrity Windows. She stated
Coca -Cola is interested in expanding its operation. She discussed zoning of
surrounding parcels. Mr. Thompson explained that only the two parcels included
in the request have the original conditions since all other parcels have been
rezoned. He stated many of the conditions do not apply any longer because they
have been incorporated into the zoning ordinance.
Mr. Radford opened the public hearing for public comment
With no citizens requesting to speak, Mr. Radford closed the public hearing.
Mr. Peters made a motion to recommend approval of the request.
Mr. Thompson called the roll and the motion passed (4 -0) with the following vote:
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AYES: Hooker, McNeil, Peters, Radford
NAYES: None
ABSTAIN: None
2. The petition of the Roanoke Council of Garden Clubs, Inc. to amend the
proffered conditions on approximately 2.6 acres zoned C -1 C, Commercial,
District with conditions, and to obtain a special use permit for religious assembly,
located at 3640 Colonial Avenue, Cave Spring Magisterial District. Ms. Pattisall
presented the staff report, including a brief history, current proffered conditions,
and future land use of the property. She noted existing parking and access to
the facility will not change.
Mr. David Helscher, Esquire, stated the organization has been in the facility for
five years. He stated the organization has been contacted by outside groups
requesting use of the facility. He stated the organization wants to be in
compliance with the county. He discussed the effect the economy has had on
the organization and noted they would like to acquire additional revenue for the
club. He stated they currently do not have anyone scheduled to use the facility
for the religious assembly.
Mr. Radford opened the public hearing for public comment.
With no citizens requesting to speak, Mr. Radford closed the public hearing.
Mr. McNeil made a motion to recommend approval of the special use permit
request with the following proffered conditions:
1. The subject property will be developed in substantial conformity with the
"Proposed Plan" bearing revised date of January 14, 2004 and with the
architectural rendering dated January 30, 2004 prepared by Rife & Wood
Architects.
2. Use of the property will be limited to activities of or sponsored by the
Roanoke Council of Garden Clubs, Inc. including offices, meetings and
rental of the building.
3. Applicable Colonial Avenue Corridor Design Guidelines shall be in effect
with the word "shall" replacing the word "should" as determined during the
site plan review process.
4. The proposed building shall be limited to 6,000 square feet of gross floor
area and 26 feet in height.
5. Exterior building materials shall be of brick and wood.
6. Total parking including rear and building -side dropoff shall not exceed
seventy -seven (77) spaces and no parking shall be constructed in front of
the building.
7. Monument -style signage at the entrance of the property shall not exceed 35
square feet. Total site signage shall not exceed 70 square feet. Temporary
signage shall be limited to activities directly related to the Roanoke Council
of Garden Clubs, Inc.
Mr. Thompson called the roll and the motion passed (4 -0) with the following vote:
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AYES: Hooker, McNeil, Peters, Radford
NAYES: None
ABSTAIN: None
Final Orders
1. The petition of Angelo R. Gianni, Jr. to obtain a Special Use Permit in a R -1,
Low Density Residential, District for a multiple dog permit for five (5) dogs on
1.02 acres, located at 6539 Fairway View Trail, Windsor Hills Magisterial
District was approved by the Board of Supervisors at a Public Hearing on July
26, 2011.
Citizen Comments
There were none.
With no citizens requesting to speak, Mr. Radford closed the citizen comment period.
Commissioners' and Staff Comments
Mr. Thompson announced the August 23,
would begin at 6:00 p.m.
2011, Board of Supervisors Public Hearing
Mr. Thompson informed the commission that Ms. Nicole Pendleton has resigned from
Roanoke County to pursue another employment opportunity.
With no further business or comments, Mr. Radford adjourned the meeting at 7:23 p.m.
Respectfully Submitted:
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Susan Carter
Recording Secretary, Roanoke County Planning Commission
Philip T mpson
Secret dry, Roanoke County Planning Commission
David Radfo'r
Vice - Chairman, Roanoke County Planning Commission
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