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HomeMy WebLinkAbout3/7/2017 - MinutesCommissioners Present: Mr. Wayne Bower Mr. Troy Henderson Mr. Paul Mahoney Commissioners Absent: M I 'r. Rick James Mr. Jim Woltz Staff Present: Mr. Philip Thompson, Secretary Mr. Peter Lubeck, Senior Assistant County Attorney Ms. Tara Pattisall Mr. Brian Hughes Mr. Tori Williams (afternoon session) Ms. Susan McCoy, Recording Secretary WORK SESSION Mr. Bower called the meeting to order at, 5:03 p,m. Approval of Agenda Mr. Mahoney made a motion to approve the agenda, which passed 3-0. Consent Agenda Mr. Hughes provided an overview of the Richard Rife, Rife + Wood petition, including the concept plan, zoning, and future land use designation,. Mr. Hughes introduced Mr. Rife to the Commissioners. Mr. Hughes and the Commissioners discussed the existing structure and property access. He stated a community meeting regarding this petition will be held Thursday, March 16, 2017, from 6:00 p.m. — 8:00. p.m. at the Roanoke County Administration Center. Mr. Mahoney made a motion to approve the consent agenda, which passed 3-0. Citizen Comments There were none. Commissioners' and Staff Comments Mr. Thompson and the Commissioners discussed educational opportunities for the Commission. Page 1 of 4 ROANOKE COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES MARCH 7, 2017 Mr. Thompson and the Commissioners discussed future issues to discuss regarding Zoning Ordinance Amendments. Mr. Thompson stated the Plantation Road groundbreaking ceremony will be held at 9:00 a.m. on March 8, 2017. Mr. Thompson reviewed the Route 419 Town Center Study timeline, including the public meeting and comment period, and public hearings. He stated the draft plan reveal will be held on March 23, 2017, from 6:30 p.m. — 8:00 p.m. at the South County Library. Mr. Thompson stated a joint meeting with Roanoke City Planning Commission has been tentatively scheduled for May 5, 2017. Mr. Bower adjourned the meeting for site viewing at 5:21 p.m. EVENING SESSION Mr. Bower called the Public Hearing to order at 7:01 p.m. Mr. Mahoney gave the invocation and led the pledge of allegiance. 1. The petition of North Point Apts, LLC and North Point Apts II, LLC to rezone approximately 6.656 acres to amend proffered conditions to increase the maximum number of residential units from 115 to 126 to allow the construction of an additional apartment building on property zoned R -4C, High Density Multi - Family Residential, District with conditions, located at 6430 and 6451 Archcrest Drive, Hollins Magisterial District. Ms. Pattisall presented the staff report, including a brief history of the petition, future land use designation, surrounding zoning, and concept plan. Mr. Bower inquired if any changes had been made to the walking trails. Ms. Pattisall stated the walking trail condition was part of the 2009 rezoning and has not changed. She stated the trails have to be constructed in order to receive the final certificate of occupancy. Mr. Robert Fralin stated the request is for a minor increase in density. Mr. Fralin introduced Mr. Brian McCahill, Chief Operating Officer, Mr. Ross Adkins, Project Manager, and Mr. Chris Burns, Balzer and Associates. Mr. Bower inquired about changes to the walking trails on the revised concept plan. Mr. Burns reviewed the concept plan, noting they are providing connectivity of the trails with the changes. Mr. Henderson inquired about signage for the property. Mr. Fralin discussed signage. Mr. Bower opened the public hearing for public comment. With no citizens requesting to speak, Mr. Bower closed the public hearing. Page 2 of 4 ROANOKE COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES MARCH 7, 2017 Mr. Bower stated the development is attractive and good for the County. Mr. Mahoney agreed that the petitioner has done a good job on the development. Mr. Bower made a motion to recommend approval of the rezoning request with the following revised proffered conditions: 1. The developer hereby proffers substantial conformance with the "Suncrest Masterplan", prepared by Balzer and Associates, Inc. dated 3'1'arr7/2014 1110/2017. 2. The developer proffers a maximum of 44-5 126 residential units for the R-4 portion of the subject property. 3. There will be no vehicular access from Vivian Avenue to the subject parcel. 4. Signage for the Suncrest community will be provided by a monument style sign not to exceed 8' in height and 15' in width and be in compliance with Section 30-93 Signs of the Roanoke County Zoning Ordinance. 5. Site and parking lot lighting shall be provided utilizing residential post top mounted fixtures. 6. A 15' buffer yard shall be provided along the eastern property line and a portion of the northern property line as indicated in Section 30-92-6 of the Roanoke County Zoning Ordinance. 7. The community walking trail shall be a minimum of 5' in width and be constructed of asphalt, concrete, or a crushed stone material to be completed with each residential phase of construction. 8. The developer hereby proffers substantial conformance with the "Suncrest Multifamily Residential Development Front Elevation", prepared by Balzer and Associates, Inc. dated 4115/2014. 9. The only construction entrance for this development shall be from Peters Creek Road. Mr. Thompson called the roll and the motion passed (3-0) with the following vote: AYES: Bower, Henderson, Mahoney NAYES: None ABSTAIN: None Mr. Thompson inquired if the Village Green development is Mr. Fralin's project. Mr. Fralin affirmed it is his project, noting the proposed development will be similar with some diversified architecture. Mr. Thompson stated currently there is more of a market for apartments in the area. Mr. Fralin stated that the Roanoke County government and staff members operate as a remarkably good and effective organization. Page 3 of 4 ROANOKE COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES MARCH 7, 2017 Citizen Comments There were none. Commissioners' and Staff Comments Mr. Thompson stated the Plantation Road groundbreaking event will be held March 8, 2017 at 9:00 a.m. With no further business or comments, Mr. Bower adjourned the meeting at 7:16 p.m. Respectfully Submitted: -;� - Susan McCoy Recording Secretary, Roanoke County Planning Commission (;Z.J-JLt"' - Philip ompson Secretary, Roanoke County Planning Commission Wayne Bower Chairman, Roanoke County Planning Commission Page 4 of 4