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HomeMy WebLinkAbout4/11/2019 - Regular TOWN OF VINTON 311 S. POLLARD STREET VINTON, VIRGINIA 24179 PHONE: (540) 983-0605 FAX: (540) 983-0621 ANITA MCMILLAN EMAIL: amcmillan@vintonva.gov PLANNING AND ZONING DIRECTOR March 28, 2019 TO: VINTON PLANNING COMMISSION Mr. Keith Liles, Chairman Mr. David “Dave” Jones, Vice-Chairman Mr. Robert “Bob” Benninger Mr. William “Bill” Booth Mr. Robert “Bob” Patterson RE: Planning Commission Dinner and Work Session Thursday, April 11, 2019 A work session will be held by the Planning Commission to discuss Fiscal Year 2020 Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) and certain components of the zoning ordinance amendment on Thursday, April 11, 2019. The work session will begin at 6:00 p.m. shortly after dinner, which will be served at 5:30 p.m. The dinner and work session will be held in the Administration Conference Room. Please see the enclosed agenda and supporting materials for the meeting. Please review all the materials prior to the meeting and be ready to discuss them at the work session. Please let me know if you are UNABLE to attend the meeting on April 11th as soon as possible by emailing me at amcmillan@vintonva.gov or calling me at (540) 983-0605. Thank you. Sincerely, Anita J. McMillan Planning and Zoning Director Enclosures c: Barry Thompson, Town Manager Anne Cantrell, Treasurer/Finance Director Nathan McClung, Principal Planner AGENDA APRIL 11, 2019 DINNER: 5:30 P.M. ADMINISTRATION CONFERENCE ROOM WORK SESSION: 6:00 P.M. COUNCIL CHAMBERS I.Call to Order—Roll Call II.Fiscal Year 2020 Capital Improvement Projects – Anne Cantrell, Finance/Treasurer III. Zoning Amendment Topics for Discussion: 1. Home Stay Regulations a.Review attached Homestay Regulations Memorandum b. Short presentation on what these sites look like and how they work. 2.Central Business (CB) District Height and Setback Regulations a.Review attached CB Height and Setback Regulations Memorandum b.Review consultant’s recommendations in Vinton Zoning Revisions Framework Document 3.Central Business (CB) and General Business (GB) District Regulations on Large Retail Uses a.Review attached PowerPoint Presentation on these regulations b.Review consultant’s recommendations in Vinton Zoning Revisions Framework Document 4.Parking Requirements a.Briefly review consultant’s recommendations in Vinton Zoning Revisions Framework Document IV.Comments of Planning Commissioners and Planning Staff V.Adjournment Town of Vinton PLANNING COMMISSION Vinton Municipal Building 311 S. Pollard Street Vinton, VA 24179 Phone (540) 983-0605 Fax (540) 983-0621 Mr. David “Dave” Jones, Vice-Chairman Mr. Robert “Bob” Benninger Mr. William “Bill” Booth Mr. Robert “Bob” Patterson General Fund Finance 1100 Renovation of Council Chambers 1 - 26,000 26,000 1 Total Finance 26,000 26,000 Finance 1214 Construction of Counter Security Glass 1 - 30,000 30,000 1 Total Finance 30,000 30,000 Police 3101 Computer Replacement 1 - 52,502 52,502 1 2 22,000 3101 Misc. Equipment (Bench, Flashlights, & Painting)2 - 8,404 8,404 2 Total Police - 60,907 60,907 22,000 Public Works-Bldg 4101 Insall Doors on Heated Bay and Enclose Equipment Storage Shelter 1 - 69,000 69,000 1 4101 Repairs to Public Works Building and Facilities 2 - 13,000 65,000 3 4101 Public Works Storage Area, Repairs & Improvements 3 - 25,000 125,000 5 4101 Remodel Public Works Building Interior 4 - 16,000 62,000 5 4101 Construct Covering for Salt Spreaders 5 - 0 65,000 1 3 42,177 4101 Reconstruct Public Works Parking Lots 6 - 0 102,000 3 4101 Connection and Transfer Switchgear 7 - 0 28,000 1 4101 Replace Fuel Pumps 8 - 0 60,000 2 4101 Replace Underground Fuel Storage Tanks 9 - 0 60,000 2 4101 Replace Dump Truck, Snowplow & Mounted Salt Spreader(s)1 - 33,325 166,625 5 4101 Replace Mounted Salt Spreaders on Dump Truck 2 - 38,000 57,000 2 4 36,000 4101 Replace Two Zero-Turn Lawn Mowers 3 - 10,500 10,500 1 4101 Enclosed Mowing Trailer 4 - 7,500 7,500 1 4101 Replace Full-Size Pickup 4x4 5 - 7,950 39,750 5 4101 Replace Commercial Walk-Behind Lawn Mower 6 - 0 9,000 1 4101 Utility Vehicle/UTV 4X4 7 - 0 25,000 1 4101 Replace Backhoe-Frontend Loader 8 - 0 92,000 4 4101 Worksite and Work Zone Safety Package 9 - 0 36,160 4 4101 New Crack Sealer Equipment 10 - 0 88,200 2 4101 Replace Full-Size Crewcab Longbed Pickup GMC 11 - 0 17,320 3 4101 Replace Field Service Truck, Garage 12 - 0 21,000 2 Number of Project Years Mgr's Priority Mgr's Rec Total Project Cost Department RequestFund/Department Code Description Dept Priority Previous Funded Annual Cost Fiscal 19-20 Dept Req Number of Project Years Mgr's Priority Mgr's Rec Total Project Cost Department RequestFund/Department Code Description Dept Priority Previous Funded Annual Cost Fiscal 19-20 Dept Req 4101 Computer Replacement 1 - 9,000 9,000 1 4101 Computer System and Software for Fuel Pumps 2 - 0 26,000 1 Public Works-Streets 4101 Match for Mountain View Road VDOT Application 1 - 350,000 350,000 1 1 350,000 4101 Street Improvements - Various locations 2 - 0 15,000 1 4101 Install Guardrails, Chestnut Avenue 3 - 0 20,500 1 4101 Install Guardrails, Giles Avenue 4 - 0 24,360 1 4101 Install Guardrails, Third Street 5 - 0 28,350 1 4101 Install Guardrails, Niagara Road, along Woodland Place 6 - 39,200 39,200 1 4101 Bridge Maintenance, Garthright Bridge 1 - 145,000 305,000 2 4108 Downtown Improvements, Aesthetic Enhancements 1 - 7,500 7,500 1 Public Works-Signals 4108 Install Traffic Signal Camera Detector, Hardy Rd and Vineyard Rd 1 - 43,000 43,000 1 4108 Perform Traffic Signal Study & Replace Traffic Controllers 2 - 41,000 41,000 1 4108 Install Traffic Signal Camera Detectors, Phase 2 3 - 66,000 66,000 1 4108 Replace Traffic Controllers 4 - 27,500 69,500 3 4108 Install Traffic Signal Camera Detectors, Phase 2 5 - 0 44,000 1 Public Works-Sidewalks Total Public Works 4101 Preserve Downtown Sidewalks, Curbs & Gutters 1 - 8,060 8,060 1 - 956,535 2,302,525 428,177 War Memorial Total War Memorial 7103 Replacement & Repair of Parking Lot Lights 1 - 8,500 8,500 8,500 8,500 Senior Center 7107 Replacement & Repair of Parking Lot Lights 2 - 8,500 8,500 Total Senior Center 7107 Exterior Siding and Interior Drywall 3 - 90,305 90,305 - 98,805 98,805 - Planning & Zoning Total Planning & Zoning 8101 Purchase of a 84" Angle Broom/Sweeper Attachment 1 - 8,000 8,000 8,000 8,000 Economic Development Number of Project Years Mgr's Priority Mgr's Rec Total Project Cost Department RequestFund/Department Code Description Dept Priority Previous Funded Annual Cost Fiscal 19-20 Dept Req 8150 Town Gateway Replacement Signs 1 - 18,000 25,000 18,000 25,000 Total General Fund 0 1,206,747 2,559,737 450,177 Utility Fund Finance 9500 Meter Reading System Upgrade - Meter Change Program 1 75,000 25,000 1,200,000 45 Total Utility Fund - Adm 75,000 25,000 1,200,000 - Water 9410 Pick up Truck, HD4500 with Dump Body 1 - 55,382 55,382 1 9410 Assessment of Parkway Zone/Meadows Well Evaluation 1 - 40,000 40,000 1 9410 Diagnostic Reader for Heavy Duty Trucks 1 - 16,000 16,000 1 1 16,000 9410 Construct Jefferson Ave. and Cleveland Ave. Waterline Phase 2&3 1 - 180,000 180,000 1 9410 Construct Wyndham/Niagara Water Line 2 - - 130,000 1 9410 Valley Hall Water Line Replacement/Realignment 3 - 60,000 60,000 1 9410 Pine Street Water Line Replacement 4 - - 65,000 1 9410 Halliahurst Ave & Jeanette Ave Water Line Replacement 5 - - 22,000 1 9410 Assessment and Design Ruddell Morrison Pressure Zone 6 - - 55,000 1 9410 Design Lindenwood Water System Replacement 7 - - 195,400 1 9410 Pitt/Peake Water Line Replacement 8 - - 25,000 1 9410 Generator Connection Chestnut Mountain Tank 1 - 8,700 8,700 1 3 8,700 9410 Generator Connection Bali Hai Booster 2 - 9,660 9,660 1 4 9,660 9410 Generator Connection Chestnut Well 3 - 8,000 8,000 1 5 8,000 Total Utility Fund - Water - 377,742 870,142 42,360 Sewer 9500 Trailer for Trench Box and Equipment 1 - 9,500 9,500 1 2 9,500 9500 Sewer Rodder, Trailer Mounted 2 - - 78,700 1 9500 Renovate and Upgrade 3rd St. Sewer Lift Station 1 - 1,622,566 1,622,566 1 9500 Design Niagara Road Interceptor Improvement 2 - 188,000 188,000 1 9500 Design Madison/Bowman Addition Sewer Replacement 3 - - 123,000 1 Total Utility Fund - Sewer - 1,820,066 2,021,766 9,500 Total Utility Fund 75,000 2,222,808 4,091,908 51,860 Total Project Cost Department Request Number of Project Years Mgr's Priority Request 19-20 Mgr's RecFund/Department Budget Code Description Dept Priority Previous Funded Annual Cost Req Stormwater Fund Stormwater Equipment 6202 Replace Street Sweeper 1 - 41,500 244,703 5 1 20,750 Total Stormwater Equipment - 41,500 244,703 20,750 Operations 6205 Storm Drainage Improvement Projects Study 1 - 72,850 72,850 1 6205 Storm Drainage Improvement Projects, Downtown South End 2 - - 1,226,950 1 6205 Storm Drainage Improvement Projects, Downtown North End 3 - - 670,000 1 6205 Storm Drainage Improvement Projects, Bowman Addition Area 4 - - 2,070,000 1 6205 Storm Drainage Improvement Projects, Jackson Av. Area 5 - - 1,115,000 1 6205 Storm Drainage Improvement Projects, Morrison Av. Area 6 - - 464,600 1 6205 Storm Drainage Improvement Projects, Midway Area 7 - - 2,373,500 1 Total Stormwater Operations - 72,850 7,992,900 - Total Stormwater Fund - 114,350 8,237,603 20,750 Total Project Cost Department Request Number of Project Years Mgr's Priority Request 18-19 Mgr's Rec Fund/Department Budget Code Description Dept Priority Funded Annual Cost Fiscal 18-19 Dept Req CIP Funding Description Amount Budget Code Police Department Computer Replacement 22,000 200.3101.799 Construct Covering for Salt Spreaders 42,177 200.4101.799 Replace Mounted Salt Spreader 36,000 200.4101.799 Mountain View Road Improvements 350,000 200.4101.799 Total General Fund 450,177 Diagnostic Reader for Heavy Duty Trucks 16,000 300.9410.799 Trailer for Trench Box and Equipment 9,500 300.9500.799 Generator Connection Chestnut Mountain Tank 8,700 300.9410.799 Generator Connection Bali Hai Booster 9,660 300.9410.799 Generator Connection Chestnut Well 8,000 300.9410.799 Total Utility Fund 51,860 Replace Street Sweeper 20,750 600.8800.901 & 902 Total Stormwater Fund 20,750 General Fund Utility Fund Stormwater Fund Budget FY2019-2020 Town Manager's CIP Funding Listing 1 Memorandum To: Town of Vinton Planning Commission From: Town of Vinton Planning and Zoning Department Date: March 28, 2019 Re: Homestay Ordinance Regulations- Topics and Discussion Points The use of short-term rental units (or homestays) is continuing to grow across the United States and the world as individuals seek alternative options of lodging when traveling and vacationing. The main draw of these lodging opportunities includes their affordability, uniqueness, locations, and convenience. Unlike the typical hotel or bed and breakfast, these rental units are housed within the homes, accessory dwelling units, etc. of individuals who can utilize these spaces for secondary means of income. In fact, units located within the New River Valley can capitalize on events, such as collegiate graduations or sporting events, to make thousands of dollars in a single weekend depending on the size and demand. Despite the mass appeal of these online platforms and the convenience they bring to guests and hosts alike, local governments must provide standards and regulations in order to promote equity among businesses, protect public health and safety, and effectively provide enforcement to preserve the residential character of their neighborhoods. As shown in Appendix 1 of this memorandum, the homestay ordinances from various localities differ in many ways as they seek to tailor these regulations to match the demands and needs of their respective jurisdiction. Registration Requirements First and foremost, the capability and level of enforcement is a major function that a locality should analyze for issuing any form of restriction within their ordinance. Some localities have an annual registration requirement with the dual purpose of verifying the applicant’s credentials to have this use and collect information for tax purposes. The registration process ensures that the dwelling unit is located on the property that is the primary residence of the property owner. It also allows localities to track the collection of a transient lodging tax from these property owners through various physical and/or digital means. The lodging tax promotes fairness within this specific industry by requiring these entities to not be exempted from the taxes that bed and breakfast establishments, hotels, motels, etc. have to pay regularly in their operations. Use Regulations The use regulations attached to these homestays serve the purpose of ensuring that the residential character of neighborhoods are preserved and the original intentions of these business ventures as short-term rentals are upheld. As shown in Appendix 1, these three jurisdictions operate in 2 completely different ways and have regulations that are either lax or highly restrictive. In fact, there are only four regulations in this entire table that are shared by a majority of jurisdictions included. The first regulation these jurisdictions share includes the prohibition of signage advertising the homestay unit on the property. This regulation should coincide with the current signage ordinance revisions our Planning Commission are working on. Next, all three localities agree that the minimal rental period restriction should be 24 hours. Finally, both Blacksburg and Christiansburg prohibit the parking of recreational vehicles, buses, or trailers in conjunction with the use, and direct the hosts to prominently post the garbage collection guidelines within the dwelling unit. Beyond requiring a minimum 24 hour rental period, ordinances may include limitations on the number of rental days in one calendar year, a maximum number of rental days, and even distinguish between differing natures of a stay. In terms of the structural requirements of the residence, Blacksburg currently allows for accessory structures for these living accommodations. The City of Roanoke disallows for more than two bedrooms being utilized for guests for a homestay purpose. Finally, use regulations can also include limitations on the number of occupants per visit and factors related to communication and accountability. Accountability is of the utmost importance when contriving these regulations, as it ensures that both hosts and guests are held responsible for the actions and potential nuisances that occur on the property. In light of this, some jurisdictions have an age limit and require the hosts to be available to address complaints and concerns of the guest and/or locality on a 24/7 basis. The occupancy restrictions of these benchmarked localities range from 4 to 8 guests, which also addresses safety concerns related to variable fire risks. Safety Regulations Although these dwelling units serve a purpose of lodging, not all residential properties are set up in a way that promotes safety and welfare. In comparison to hotel establishments, these dwelling units will pale in comparison to the building and fire code restrictions they must follow. The enforcement of the following provisions will be difficult for the Town of Vinton due to the limited staff time and resources we can dedicate towards these operations, however they should still be included to set a strict precedent of safety. Potential safety measures include requiring for an appropriate means of ingress/egress in a unit, working smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, fire extinguishers in the kitchen, and more devices that help save lives in times of emergency. Penalties The final section of a homestay ordinance is necessary for all regulations, which includes the level and mechanism for penalties to be imposed on property owners who are noncompliant with 3 these provisions. First, penalties should be imposed when someone fails to collect and pay the required taxes and fees. Second, to avoid the potential of property becoming a public nuisance, there should be a process in which a certain number of reputable complaints leads to the individual losing the right to operate a homestay. Finally, if the property is not found to be the owner’s primary residence, they should no longer be permitted to operate a homestay unit on their property. Conclusion Homestay dwelling units will continue to be utilized by individuals across the country as it grows in popularity and demand. Localities must be proactive in preparing a section of their ordinances that addresses all the concerns and issues that may arise from these operations. If a locality has an existing homestay ordinance and tax collection system that can be enforced and operated, they will have the legal, operational, and political ability to effectively manage these new enterprises. 4 Appendix 1 Town of Vinton Homestay Regulations Research Definitions Blacksburg, VA: Homestay means the accessory or secondary use of a residential dwelling unit or a portion thereof by a host to provide room or space that is intended for short term transient rental purposes in exchange for a charge for the occupancy. The primary use of the homestay unit shall remain residential. For each booking transaction, all applicable taxes must be collected and remitted to the town as required by chapter 22 by either the host or the associated hosting platform. Such accessory or secondary use shall not create a landlord/tenant relationship. Christiansburg, VA: Homestay means an accessory use to a dwelling where the host occupant offers their primary residence or a portion thereof to a guest party for short-term occupancy for compensation in accordance with Sec. 42-664. Roanoke City, VA: Homestay: An establishment that offers for compensation a portion of any dwelling unit for overnight stays to guests, and not meeting the definition of a bed and breakfast. Important Factors Diagram Regulations Blacksburg Christiansburg Roanoke City Registration Requirements Registration with the locality each calendar year. X X Collection of transient lodging tax X X ? Primary residence of the property owner X X ? Use Regulations Limitations on the number of rental days in a year X No signs advertising the homestay unit on property X X Exterior changes to the building must maintain the character of the building X 5 X Use of accessory structures for living accommodations X ? Minimum rental period restriction of 24 hours X X X No recreational vehicle, buses, or trailers parking in conjunction with use X X Prominent posting of garbage guidelines for guests X X Owner or leaseholder must occupy dwelling unit during stays X Contact information of host posted with 24/7 availability required X Each stay shall not exceed fourteen (14) days X The principal guest must be at least eighteen (18) years of age X No more than two (2) bedrooms for guests X Occupancy restrictions include: 6 adults 4 total guests Safety Regulations Dwelling shall provide ingress/egress in sleeping areas X X Safety inspection(s) permitted by locality X X Working smoke detector, carbon monoxide detector, etc. in every sleeping room X X Working fire extinguisher in every kitchen X Penalties Penalties for the failure to collect taxes and fees X X N/A Three or more complaints leading to suspension or cancellation X X Failure of host to maintain his principal place of residence at the unit X 1 Memorandum To: Town of Vinton Planning Commission From: Town of Vinton Planning and Zoning Department Date: April 2, 2019 Re: Central Business (CB) District Building Height and Setback Requirements The Central Business (CB) District in the Town of Vinton was created with the intention of it embodying a compact, densely developed and well-defined area coupled with a strong pedestrian orientation and urban shopping area character. Downtown areas in localities are economically and culturally significant and should be the main hub of social and consumer activity. The Town of Vinton has focused heavily on improvements and changes to revitalize the Downtown area and corridor through the form of infrastructural improvements, short-term and long-term planning efforts, and economic restructuring activities. The following consultant recommendations hone in on the way physical characteristics of developments influence multiple facets of economic and social behavior in a Downtown area. The first major recommendation by the consultants is to increase the height limit in this district from 35 feet to 45 feet. The main justification for this increase would be to allow for greater density, particularly in relation to future mixed-use development with dwelling units being located above retail spaces. During the final advisory meeting in December 2018, it was recommended that we change the regulation to allow for four (4) stories in general, rather than setting a specific maximum in feet. In preparation of this memorandum, sixty-six (66) properties in the CB District were analyzed to calculate their building height (in stories) and their front-yard setbacks. Graph 1 in the Appendix shows the percentages of different story level heights among these properties. Overall, 59% of these properties are only one (1) story high and 38% are two (2) stories high. None of the buildings in the CB district are currently over two (2) stories tall. Of the existing two (2) story buildings, many of them may have the potential to incorporate residential dwellings in the higher floor with a few already being utilized in this manner. The second major recommendation by the consultants is to describe the front setback requirements as a range, with a minimum and maximum yard requirement. The main reason for the maximum setback limit is to incentivize walkability and keep storefronts closer to the sidewalk where pedestrian traffic will flow. The reason for the minimum was to allow for a buffer for potential utility improvements and allow for a minimal sidewalk to be located within the public right of way. Although the Town staff agrees with the utilization of a front yard setback range in this district, we are requesting the Planning Commission review the possibility 2 of a zero-foot setback minimum requirement. Our current zoning regulations and other localities in the Commonwealth utilize a zero-foot minimum setback to accommodate for the existing structures typically found in Downtown areas and foster a pedestrian-oriented urban streetscape. The data collected during this research phase shows the existing front yard setbacks of structures located in the CB District in the Town of Vinton, which will allow for these regulations to be tailored specifically for our present and future developmental standards. In the Appendix, Table 1 shows the frequency of front yard setback (in feet) amounts among the 66 properties in the CB District. Presently, 34 of the properties currently have a zero-foot front yard setback which constitutes 52 percent of the total number of properties as indicated in Graph 2. With over half of the properties having this setback characteristic, we should be attentive when preparing regulations for future developments to follow. For example, if an existing block has a row of parcels with zero-foot front yard setbacks, we should be weary of requiring a new infill development to have a four foot setback to follow a set of new regulations. Of course, the nature of each block may vary in the CB District, so different approaches should be taken when constructing these developmental standards. Overall, a range should be instated to promote the original and future goals of our Downtown area. 3 Appendix 59% 3% 38% Graph 1. Building Heights in CB District 1 Story 1.5 Stories 2 Stories 34 5 6 8 13 0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 0 0-5 5-10 10-15 15+ Fr e q u e n c y Setback (ft.) Ranges Table 1. Front Yard Setbacks (ft.) inCB District 0 0-5 5-10 10-15 15+ 4 52% 8% 9% 12% 20% Graph 2. Front Yard Setbacks (ft.) in CB District 0 0-5 5-10 10-15 15+ Large Retail Uses in GB and CB Districts Town of Vinton Zoning Revisions April 11, 2019 Consultant’s Recommendation Add provisions in the GB District that large retail uses (over 30,000 s.f.)would require a Special Use Permit. Justification: “This was initially proposed by Town staff in 2008 and is a good general practice to require legislative review and approval of very large and complex development projects.” Suggested Amendments to GB District Sec. 4-23. -Permitted uses and structures. (a) Uses and structures permitted by right. The following uses and structures are permitted by right in the GB general business district, subject to all other applicable requirements of this appendix, provided that any newly constructed or enlarged building containing greater than 30,000 square feet of floor area devoted to retail and related accessory use shall require a special use permit: (b) Special uses. The following uses and structures are permitted in the GB general business district, subject to approval of a special use permit by the town council as set forth in article VII of this appendix: (1.1) Any newly constructed or enlarged building containing greater than 30,000 square feet of floor area devoted to retail and related accessory use Suggested Amendments to CB District Sec. 4-34. -Permitted uses and structures. (a) Uses and structures permitted by right. The following uses and structures are permitted by right in the GB general business district, subject to all other applicable requirements of this appendix, provided that any newly constructed or enlarged building containing greater than 30,000 square feet of floor area devoted to retail and related accessory use shall require a special use permit: (b) Special uses. The following uses and structures are permitted in the GB general business district, subject to approval of a special use permit by the town council as set forth in article VII of this appendix: (1.1) Any newly constructed or enlarged building containing greater than 30,000 square feet of floor area devoted to retail and related accessory use Town of Vinton Case Study Large Developments in GB Districts #6: Rosie’s Gaming Emporium Total Square Footage: 17,484 s.f. #5: Valley Hall Total Square Footage: 28,226 s.f. #4: Berkshire Rehab Center Total Square Footage: 42,147 s.f. #3: River Park Shopping Center Total Square Footage: 63,194 s.f. #2: Lancerlot Sports Complex Total Square Footage: 78,512 s.f. #1: Lake Drive Plaza Shopping Center Total Square Footage: 129,777 s.f. Town of Vinton Case Study Large Developments in CB Districts #5: Cundiff Pharmacy Total Square Footage: 7,368 s.f. #4: Vinyard Station Total Square Footage: 12,549 s.f. #3: Municipal Building Total Square Footage: 16,541 s.f. #2: Vinton Branch Library Total Square Footage: 20,364 s.f. #1: Vinton Baptist Church Total Square Footage: 23,540 s.f. Questions to Answer 1. Do you agree with the consultant’s recommendation to require a special use permit for these larger retail uses in general? 2. Do you agree with the 30,000 s.f.recommendation? Should it be higher or lower depending on the district? 3. Should the square footage include the total of all the floors of a building or just the base floor amount? 4. How will this benefit the Town of Vinton in the future? Please print in the LEGALS section of the Classifieds for the Vinton Messenger on: April 4, 2019. Please send affidavit of publication to: Anita McMillan Planning and Zoning 311 S. Pollard Street Vinton, VA 24179 540-983-0605 amcmillan@vintonva.gov __________________________________________________________________________ PUBLIC NOTICE The Planning Commission of Town of Vinton, Virginia, hereby gives notice of a dinner work session to be held on Thursday, April 11, 2019, at 5:30 p.m., or shortly thereafter. The purpose of the work session is to discuss Fiscal Year 2020 Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) and certain components of the zoning ordinance amendment. The dinner work session will be held in the Administration Conference Room of the Vinton Municipal Building, 311 South Pollard Street, Vinton, Virginia. Further information concerning this notice may be obtained by calling (540) 983-0605. NOTICE OF INTENT TO COMPLY WITH DISABILITIES ACT. efforts will be made to provide assistance or special arrangements to qualified individuals with disabilities in order to participate in or attend the meetings. 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