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HomeMy WebLinkAbout6/16/2009 - MinutesCommissioners Present: Mr. Rodney McNeil Mr. David Radford Mr. Steve Azar Mr. Gary Jarrell Commissioners Absent: Ms. Martha Hooker Staff Present: Mr. Philip Thompson, Secretary Mr. Paul Mahoney, County Attorney Mr. David Holladay Mr. John Murphy Ms. Megan Cronise Mr. Tim Beard Ms. Lindsay Blankenship Mr. Chris Patriarca Ms. Becky Mahoney Ms. Tara Pattisall Ms. Amanda Micklow Ms. Susan Carter, Recording Secretary CALL TO ORDER: Mr. Azar called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. Approval of Agenda Mr. Jarrell made a motion to approve the agenda, which passed 4-0. Approval of Minutes Mr. McNeil made a motion to approve the May 5, 2009 and May 19, 2009 minutes, which passed 4-0. Vinton Area Corridor Plan Ms. Blankenship provided a project update, including survey results, scope of plan, Roanoke County/Town of Vinton Planning Commission tour, stakeholders' meeting, and downtown revitalization public meeting. She reviewed the draft goals and objectives and draft plan goals, including transportation, parking, community involvement, aesthetics, land use, and handicap accessibility. She reviewed draft recommendations, such as signage, downtown revitalization, library renovation, and increasing roadway and intersection capacity. Ms. Pattisall reviewed conceptual Page 1 of 3 ROANOKE COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES JUNE 16, 2009 renderings of signage, sidewalk design, streetscape design, and other aesthetic improvements. She discussed gateway signage for various entrances to the town. Ms. Blankenship discussed development and redevelopment opportunities. She reviewed maps, including future landuse areas. Mr. McNeil inquired about the implementation process. Ms. Blankenship discussed both the input and implementation process. Mr. Thompson and Mr. Mahoney discussed funding for projects. Mr. McNeil inquired about library and post office issues. Ms. Blankenship stated the library is small and frequently overcrowded. Mr. Murphy stated the current post office is a leased building. Mr. Azar noted parking is very limited for post office patrons. Mr. McNeil inquired about greenway right of ways and easements which would connect paths. Mr. Mahoney discussed this issue. Mr. Radford inquired if various vacant properties in Vinton are in violation. Ms. Blankenship reported the properties are not currently in violation. Mr. Azar commended planning staff for work on the study. Ms. Blankenship stated a Community Meeting will be held June 18, 2009 at 7:00 p.m. at the Vinton War Memorial. She also reviewed the proposed timeline for acceptance and implementation of the plan. 2009/2010 Zoning Ordinance Amendments Mr. Murphy reviewed the draft proposals. He discussed existing projects, including private road standards and sidewalk and trail standards. He discussed various text amendments, including sections on zoning enforcement, E & S, PRD, and rehabilitating houses. He discussed new ordinance sections, including wind and renewable energy, corridor studies, and dam break zones. Mr. Murphy discussed revising the existing ordinance section regarding home occupation regulations, as well as, permitted uses and design standards for multiple dog permits, fast food restaurants, accessory apartments, and exterior lighting. He reviewed the addition of graphics to the Design Handbook. Mr. Radford agreed the language may need to be revised for multiple dog permits. He suggested including outparcels in the design standards for fast food restaurants. Mr. Azar inquired about accessory apartments. Mr. Murphy discussed various types of accessory apartments and items which define an accessory apartment. Mr. Azar made a motion for staff to continue working on the 2009-2010 Zoning Ordinance Proposals (Draft 6-16-09). The motion passed 4-0. Other Comments Mr. Thompson stated staff and commissioners will begin discussing updates for the workplan at the July 21, 2009, Planning Commission Work Session. He discussed combining all current Blue Ridge Parkway guideline documents into one reference document. He stated Ms. Micklow will be developing a presentation regarding virtual communication, including Facebook and Twitter. Mr. Thompson announced that Ms. Becky Meador has been appointed Clerk to the Board of Supervisors. Page 2 of 3 ROANOKE COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES JUNE 16, 2009 Mr. McNeil inquired about updating the Planning Commission Bylaws. Mr. Thompson discussed this issue. Mr. Murphy provided an update on the Walmart project. Mr. Mahoney provided an update on the Explore Park property. Mr. McNeil inquired about waterlines in the Mount Pleasant area. Mr. Thompson discussed future waterline issues, noting Explore Park and Mount Pleasant Elementary School would be separate proposals. Mr. Radford inquired about Urban Development Areas. Mr. Thompson discussed the state mandate which requires analysis of future growth areas. Mr. Mahoney discussed impact fees. He discussed localities enforcing impact fees, especially regarding transportation issues in order to channel development. Mr. McNeil expressed concern regarding impact fees. Mr. Radford discussed the application of impact fees in Washington. Mr. Azar noted it would tie into Comprehensive Plan. Mr. Thompson stated development will likely coincide with land use boundaries. Mr. Holladay added it may also follow water and sewer availability in some areas. Mr. Mahoney provided a brief update on potential development of Slate Hill, He discussed the Community Development Authority's assistance regarding development funding. Mr. McNeil inquired about bonds and ownership of property. Mr. Mahoney discussed this issue. With no further business or comments, Mr. Azar adjourned the meeting at 7:20 p.m. Respectfully Submitted: Susan Carter Recording Secretary, Roanoke County Planning Commission Philip TI(ompson Secret ry, Roanoke Cou tty Planning Commission Approved: � , 4 Steve Azar Vice-Chairman, Roanoke County Planning Commission Page 3 of 3