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HomeMy WebLinkAbout9/17/2019 - MinutesIROANOKE COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION IM SEPTEMBER 17,20 19 Mr. Wayne Bower Mr. Rick James Mr. ■ Mahoney 11r. Jiic..Woltz Commissioners Absent: Mr. Troy Henderson Staff Present: Mr. Philip Thompson, Secretary Ms. Mary Beth Nash, Senior Assistant County Attorney Ms. Megan Croni'se Ms., Becky James Ms. Bailey Howard -DuBois Ms. Cecile Newcomb Mr. Alex Jones Ms. Susan McCoy, Recording Secretary Work Session Mr. James called the meeting to order at 6.02 p.m. Approval of Agenda Mr. James made a motion to approve the agenda, which passed 4-0. Zoning Ordinance Amendments Mr. Thompson reviewed proposed amendments, including changing religious assembly from a special use in the AG -3 district to a by -right use, changing, commercial indoor amusement from a special use in, the C-2 district to a by -right use, and adding a yard (front, side, rear) encroachment table to the ordinance. He provided a brief history of the previous analysis regarding permitted use. Mr. Thompsonand the Commissioners discussed making religious assembly a by -right use in AG -3 to be consistent with other agricultural districts. They discussed indoor amusement use being by -right or requiring a special use permit. 'They discussed the importance of being consistent with other uses. They discussed creating regulations based on, the square footage of the facility. They discussed simplifying the ordinance. They discussed this use being allowed by special use permit in other districts, including C-2, R-1, and R-2 zoned areas. Mr. Murphy and the Commissioners discussed outdoor gathering regulations. Mr. Thompson reviewed yard encroachment revisions, including the addition of building and site features, increasing setback encroachments, and converting existing language into chart format. Mr. Murphy, Ms. James, and the Commissioners discussed site triangle and yard coverage, noting the importance of maintaining site distance. Ms. James Page 1 of 3 ROANOKE COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES SEPTEMBER 17, 2619 discussed regulations regarding ramps forthe handicapped citizens. They discussed the importance of being able to age in place. They discussed ways to determine if ramp should be allowed. They discussed the installation of awnings and setback regulations. They discussed enforcement of regulations. Staff and Commissioners discussed ramp and carport requests and average dimensions of structures and setback requirements. They discussed the need to locate utility line easements before construction, noting this would be determined during permit process. Ms. James, Mr. Thompson, and the Commissioners discussed the criteria of setbacks including exceptions which could be determined by the Zoning Administrator. Mr. Murphy noted topography would need to be considered in some cases. Ms. Nash and the Commissioners discussed the State Code provisions and Americans Disabilities Act (ADA) compliance. The consensus of the Commission was to move forward with these amendments as discussed. Hollins Center Plan Mr. Thompson provided a brief history of the plan, including draft sections, existing conditions, community engagement, and vision and principles. He discussed the appendices. He stated they would also like to develop a shorter version of the plan for distribution. Ms. Howard -DuBois, Mr. Thompson, and the Commissioners discussed the three options and various scenarios of the future land use maps. Mr. Thompson noted the choice could be a combination of the options. Mr. Thompson, staff, and the Commissioners discussed industrial zoning and future land use designation within the corridor. They discussed various uses for larger parcels in the area, including integrating mixed use in denser areas. Mr. Thompson discussed uses which are permitted in the various zoning districts. Ms. Cronise discussed implementing research and development uses in the Hollins corridor. Mr. Thompson discussed designing an overlay district and review by -right uses in the corridor. Mr. Thompson provided a brief overview of the transportation section of the plan. Mr. Thompson, Ms. Cronise, and the Commissioners discussed the various options and priorities, including improving intersections and movement of traffic by making functional changes. They discussed identifying and prioritizing various issues and discussing these issues with VDOT representatives. They discussed combining projects. They discussed the importance of connectivity of greenways. They discussed that Williamson Road and Peters Creek intersection is highest priority with Plantation Road and Williamson Road intersection being the next highest priority. They discussed transit within the corridor. They discussed improvement of parks and streetscape improvements. Mr. Thompson and the Commission discussed the importance of continuing long range planning for the County. Citizen Comments There were none. Commissioners' and Staff Comments Mr. Thompson and the Commissioners discussed the status of the Transportation Planner position. Page 2of3 ROANOKE COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES SEPTEMBER 17, 2019 Mr. Thompson and the Commissioners discussed upcoming petitions scheduled for October 1, 2019. Mr. Thompson and the Commissioners discussed the petition of Lewis Gale Medical Center, including citizen input received at the community meeting on September 16, 2019. Mr. Thompson discussed upcoming petitions scheduled for the Monday, November 4, 2019 Planning Commission Public Hearing. Mr. Thompson and the Commissioners discussed topics for discussion at future meetings. Ms. Newcomb stated the County received an award from the Virginia Association of Zoning Officials (VAZO) for programs implemented in the County school system. With no further business or comments, Mr. James adjourned the meeting at 8:25 p.m. Respectfully Submitted: Susan McCoy Recording Secretary, Roanoke County Planning Commission Philip T mpson SecretIlry, Roanoke Courpty/Planning Commission Troy HepWso Chairmo, Rdanoke County Planning Commission Page 3 of 3