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99SN0166.pdfMay 25, 1999 BS STAFF'S REQUEST ANALYSIS AND RECOMMENDATION 99SN0166 Parker Homes Inc. Dale Magisterial District East line of Iron Bridge Road and south line of Willowbranch Drive REQUEST: Rezoning from Agricultural (A) to Residential (R-12) with Conditional Use Planned Development to permit Corporate Office (0-2) uses and bulk exceptions. PROPOSED LAND USE: A single family residential subdivision having a minimum lot size of 12,000 square feet and a minimum lot width of seventy-five (75) feet is planned for the majority of that portion of the request property fronting Willowbranch Drive. The applicant has proffered to limit residential development to a maximum of four (4) lots on approximately 2.5 acres, yielding a densky of 1.6 units per acre. Corporate Office (O- 2) uses are planned on that portion of the property fronting Iron Bridge Road (approximately 0.9 acre). PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION RECOMMEND APPROVAL AND ACCEPTANCE OF THE PROFFERED CONDITIONS ON PAGES 2 THROUGH 4. Providing a FIRST CHOICE Community Through Excellence in Public Service. STAFF RECOMMENDATION Recommend approval subject to the applicant adequately addressing the impacts on capital facilities, consistent with the Board of Supervisors' policy. This recommendation is made for the following reasons: The proposed zoning and land uses conform to the Central Area Plan which suggests the request property is appropriate for mixed use corridor uses along Iron Bridge Road and residential use of 1.00 to 2.5 tanks per acre east of the Iron Bridge Road mixed use corridor. The proposed zoning and land uses conform to existing and anticipated area development patterns along this portion of Iron Bridge Road. The proffered conditions further ensure compatibilky with existing area residential development. The proffered condkions do not adequately address the impact of this development on necessary capital facilities, as outlined in the Zoning Ordinance and the Comprehensive Plan. Specifically, the need for schools, parks, libraries, fire stations and transportation improvements is identified in the County's adopted Public Facilities Plan and FY 1999-2003 Capital Improvement Program and Thoroughfare Plan and the impact of this development is discussed herein. The proffered conditions do not adequately mitigate the impact on capital facilities, thereby insur'mg adequate service levels are maintained and protecting the health, safety and welfare of County citizens. (NOTE: CONDITIONS MAY BE IMPOSED ON THE CONDITIONAL USE PLANNED DEVELOPMENT ASPECTS OF THIS REQUEST. BUFFER CONDITIONS MAY BE IMPOSED ON THE REZONING REQUEST. THE PROPERTY OWNER MAY PROFFER CONDITIONS. THE CONDITIONS NOTED WITH "STAFF/CPC" WERE AGREED UPON BY BOTH STAFF AND THE COMMISSION. CONDITIONS WITH ONLY A "STAFF" ARE RECOMMENDED SOLELY BY STAFF. CONDITIONS WITH ONLY A "CPC" ARE ADDITIONAL CONDITIONS RECOMMENDED BY THE PLANNING COMMISSION.) PROFFERED CONDITIONS (STAFF/CPC) 1. The public wastewater system shall be used. (STAFF/CPC) 2. The applicant, subdivider or assignee(s) shall pay the following for dwelling unks developed in excess of two (2) to the County of Chesterfield at the time of building permk application for infrastructure improvements wkhin the service district for the property: 2 99SN0166/WP/MAY25H (STAFF/CPC) (STAFF/CPC) (STAFF/CPC) (STAFF/CPC) (STAFF/CPC) $6200 per dwelling unit, if paid prior to July 1, 1999~ or the amount approved by the Board of Supervisors not to exceed $6200 per dwelling unit adjusted upward by any increase in the Marshall and Swift Building Cost index between July 1, 1998, and July 1 of the fiscal year in which the payment is made after June 30, 1999. In the event the cash payment is not used for the purpose for which proffered within 15 years of receipt, the cash shall be returned in full to the payer. No direct access shall be provided from the property to Route 10. Access for the property shall be provided to Willowbranch Drive. Prior to any site plan approval, an access easement, acceptable to the Transportation Deparunent, shall be recorded across that part of the property identified on the Master Plan as "Proposed R-12 Zoning with 0-2 Use" to provide shared use of the Willowbranch Drive access with adjacent properties to the south and with the property in the southeast comer of the Willowbranch Drive/Route 10 intersection. Prior to any ske plan approval, one hundred (100) feet of right of way on the east side of Route 10, measured from the centerline of that part of Route 10 immediately adjacent to the property, shall be dedicated, free and unrestricted to and for the benefit of Chesterfield County. Prior to issuance of occupancy permit for any 0-2 use, the developer shall construct or provide for construction of (As approved by the Transportation Department) an addkional lane of pavement along the northbound lanes of Route 10 for the entire property frontage. The developer shall dedicate to Chesterfield County, free and unrestricted, any additional right of way (or easements) required for this road improvement. The plan prepared by Ports, Minter and Associates, P.C. dated September 24, 1998 entitled "Compiled plat showing proposed rezoning of the property of the Barden Family living Trust, Dale District, Chesterfield County, Virginia" shall be considered the Master Plan. Development on the "Proposed R- 12 Zoning and Use" portion of the property shall be limited to a maximum of four (4) residential lots. 3 99SN0166/WP/MAY25H (STAFF/CPC) Development on the "Proposed R-12 Zoning with 0-2 Use" portion of the property shall be limited to Corporate Office (0-2) uses. (STAFF/CPC) Except where the requirements of the underlying R-12 zoning are more restrictive, development of the "Proposed R-12 Zoning with 0-2 Use" portion of the property shall conform to the requirements of the County Code for Corporate Office (0-2) Districts in Emerging Growth Areas. (STAFF/CPC) 10. The architectural trealxnent and materials of any office building(s) shall be similar to the office development in Chesterfield Meadows Office Park on Memory Lane. The exact trea1~nent shall be approved by the Planning Deparm~ent at the time of site plan review. GENERAL INFORMATION Location: East line of Iron Bridge Road and south line of Willowbranch Drive. Tax ID 773-675-2157 and 4748 (Sheet 22). Existing Zoning: A Size: 3.4 acres Existing Land Use: Vacant 4 99SN0166/WP/MAY25H Adjacent Zoning & Land Use: North - A and R-9; Single family residential South - A and R-9; Single family residential East - A; Single family residential West - A and A with Conditional Use Planned Development; Single family residential, office, commercial or vacant UTILITIES Public Water System: There is an existing sixteen (16) inch water line extending along the western side of Iron Bridge Road, adjacent to the request site. In addition, there is an existing sixteen (16) inch water line extending along the south side of Willowbranch Drive, adjacent to the request site. Use of the public water system is intended and required by County Code. Public Wastewater System: There is an existing eight (8) inch wastewater collector extending along Willowbranch Drive as far west as Willowbranch Court and adjacent to the eastern portion of the request site. Use of the public wastewater system is intended and has been proffered by the applicant. (Proffered Condition 1) ENVIRONMENTAL Drainage and Erosion: The request property drains to Willowbranch Drive and to Iron Bridge Road and then to Kingsland Creek via roadside ditches and storm sewers. No existing or anticipated on- or off- site drainage or erosion problems. However, it should be noted that portions of the request property are extremely flat and could experience standing water. Increased runoff from new impervious areas should be directed to Willowbranch Drive or Iron Bridge Road. PUBLIC FACILITIES The need for fke, school, library, park and transportation facilities is identified in the Public Facilkies Plan, the Thoroughfare Plan and the FY1999-2003 Capital Improvement Program. This development will have an impact on these facilities. 5 99SN0166/WP/MAY25H Fire Service: The Public Facilkies Plan indicates that Emergency Services calls are expected to increase forty-five (45) percent by the year 2015. Eight (8) new fire/rescue stations are recommended for construction by the year 2015 in the Public Facilities Plan. This property is currently served by the Airport Fire/Rescue Station, Company Number 15, and Rescue 15. Based on four (4) residential lots, the residential portion of this request will generate approximately two (2) emergency calls for fire and rescue services per year. The applicant has not adequately addressed the impact of the proposed residential development on these facilities. (Proffered Condition 2) When the property is developed, the number of hydrants and quantity of water needed for fire protection will be evaluated dur'mg the plans review process. Schools: Approximately two (2) school age children will be generated by this development. The site lies in the Hopkins Elementary School attendance zone: capacity - 630, enrollment - 601; Falling Creek Middle School zone: capacity - 1,080, enrollment - 1,054; and Bird High School zone: capacity - 1,575, enrollment - 1,753. Currently, there are three (3) trailers at Hopkins Elementary, seven (7) trailers at Falling Creek Middle and thirteen (13) trailers at Bird High School. Enrollment in the high school is above capacky. When a school reaches the point where it exceed capacity then strategies other than new facilities would have to be utilized. Those strategies have included attendance zone changes, trailers, and using off-site locations to house students. Bird High School is currently under renovation. The resktential portion of this request will have an impact on area schools. The applicant has not adequately addressed the impact of the proposed residential development on these facilities. (Proffered Condition 2) Libraries: Continued development in the area of the County which includes the request property will most likely affect either the Meadowdale or Central libraries. The Public Facilities Plan identifies both of these facilities as in need of expansion in order to meet the future demand for additional library space, based on projected population growth. The library has already submitted a Capital Improvement Program request to f'mish out 6,000 square feet of shell space at the Central Library, in anticipation of this demand. 6 99SN0166/WP/MAY25H The residential portion of this request will have an impact on area libraries. The applicant has not adequately addressed the impact of the proposed residential development on these facilities. (Proffered Condition 2) Parks and Recreation: The Public Facilities Plan identifies the need for two (2) new regional parks in Chesterfield County by 2015. In addition, there is currently a shortage of community park acreage in the central part of the County. The Public Facilities Plan identifies a need for 120 acres of community park space by 2015. The residential portion of this request will have an impact on these facilities. The applicant has not adequately addressed the impact of the proposed development on these facilities. (Proffered Condition 2) Transportation: The Master Plan for the property proposes a 2.5 acre residential parcel and a 0.9 acre parcel that would be developed for 0-2 uses. This request will not limit development of the 0-2 parcel to a specific land use; therefore, k is difficult to anticipate traffic generation. Based on single family trip rates for the requested residential parcel and general office trip rates for the requested 0-2 parcel, development could generate approximately 3 t0 average daily trips. These vehicles will be distributed via Willowbranch Drive to Iron Bridge Road (Route t0) which had a 1997 traffic count of 30,6t3 vehicles per day. The Thoroughfare Plan identifies Route 10 as a major arterial with a recommended right of way width of 120 to 200 feet. The applicant has proffered to dedicate one hundred (tOO) feet of right of way, measured from the centerline of Route t0, in accordance with that Plan. (Proffered Condition 4) Development of 0-2 parcel should adhere to the Zoning Ordinance relative to access and internal circulation, Division 5 (Proffered Condition 9). Access to major arterials, such as Route t0, should be controlled. Due to the proximity of the Willowbranch Drive/Route t0 intersection to the Route t0 property frontage, adequate access separation cannot be provided to permit direct access from the property to Route t0. The applicant has proffered that no direct access will be provided to Route t0 (Proffered Condition 3). Access to Route t 0 will be provided via Willowbranch Drive. The Central Area Plan suggests that all parcels that front along the east side of Route 10, between Willowbranch Drive and Beulah Road, should be developed as a mixed use corridor uses. Interconnecting driveways between these parcels, once they are developed, would allow travel between sites without necessitating travel along Route t0, and would provide access for all of the parcels to the existing Route t0 crossovers at Willowbranch Drive and 7 99SN0166/WP/MAY25H Beulah Road. Proffered Condition 3 requires that an access easement be recorded across the 0-2 parcel, so that the Willowbranch Drive access can be shared with adjacent properties. Mitigating road improvements must be provided to address the traffic impact of this development. The applicant has proffered to construct or provide for the construction of an additional lane of pavement along Route 10 for the entire property frontage (Proffered Condition 5). Due to the minimal property frontage along Route 10 (approximately 100 feet), it may be difficult to construct an additional lane of pavement along the property frontage, if the adjacent parcels have not been developed and the same lane-widening provided. The proffer would allow the developer to contribute cash to the County for this improvement, in lieu of its actual construction. The Thoroughfare Plan identifies the need to improve existing roads, as well as construct new roads to accommodate growth. Area roads need to be improved to address safety and accommodate the increase in tralTtc generated by the proposed residential development. The applicant has proffered to contribute some cash towards mitigating this impact (Proffered Condkion 2). The proffer does not adequately address the traffic impact that will result from development of this property. Without this commitment, the Transportation Depamnent cannot support this request. 8 99SN0166/WP/MAY25H Financial Impact on Capkal Facilkies: PER UNIT Potential # New Dwelling Units 4.0* 1.00 Population Increase 11.16 2.79 Number New Students Elementary 1.09 0.27 Middle 0.53 0.13 High 0.61 0.15 Total 2.23 0.56 Net Cost for Schools 12,960 3,240 Net Cost for Parks 2,920 730 Net Cost for Librartes 1,268 317 Net Cost for Fire Stations 1,128 282 Average Net Cost Roads 8,108 2,027 Total Net Cost 26,384 6,596 *Based on a proffered maximum of four (4) dwelling unks on that portion of the property to be developed residentially. As noted, this proposed development will have an impact on capkal facilkies. Staff has calculated the fiscal impact of every new dwelling unit on schools, roads, parks, libraries, and fire stations at $6,596 per unk. The applicant has been advised that a maximum proffer of $6,200 per unk would defray the cost of the capital facilities necessitated by this proposed development. The applicant has proffered cash in the mount of $6,200 for all but two (2) of the new units to assist in defraying the cost of this proposed zoning on such capital facilkies. The applicant has rights to develop two (2) units on the property as presently zoned, wkh such units not being subject to any cash proffered condition. 9 99SN0166/WP/MAY25H Under this scenario, an additional, $12,400 will have to be identified to help address the need for capital facilities. Otherwise, the County's ability to provide these capital facilities to it's citizens will be adversely impacted. The requested residential portion of this request gives rise to the need for the impacted facilities. Note that circumstances relative to this case have been reviewed and it has been determined that it would be appropriate to accept the maximum cash proffer on all of the new units in this case. The Planning Commission and the Board of Supervisors, through their consideration of this request, may determine that there are unique circumstances relative to this development which may justify acceptance of a cash proffer as offered. LAND USE Comprehensive Plan: The request property lies within the boundaries of the Central Area Plan which suggests the request property is appropriate for mixed use corridor uses, to include residential developments of various denskies and office uses along Iron Bridge Road, and for residential use of 1.00 to 2.5 units per acre, east of the Iron Bridge Road mixed use corridor. Area Development Trends: Area development is characterized by single family residences in subdivisions or on acreage parcels and vacant, agriculturally and residentially zoned land. However, residences in the area with frontage along Iron Bridge Road are being zoned and converted to office uses. It is anticipated that office and residential uses will continue along this portion of Iron Bridge Road corridor, with existing single family residential development continuing east and west of the corridor. Site Design: The portion of the request property designated for 0-2 uses lies within an Emerging Growth Area. New construction should conform to the development standards of the Zoning Ordinance which address access, parking, landscaping, architectural treaunent, setbacks, signs, buffers, utilities, and screening of dumpsters and loading areas. (Proffered Condition 9) 10 99SN0166/WP/MAY25H Architectural Treatment: Within Emerging Growth Areas for non-residential development, no building exterior which would be visible to any agricultural or residential district or any public right of way may consist of architectural materials inferior in quality, appearance, or detail to any other exterior of the same building. There is, however, nothing to preclude the use of different materials on different building exteriors, but rather, the use of inferior materials on sides which face adjoining property. No portion of a building constructed of unadorned concrete block or corrugated and/or sheet metal may be visible from any adjoining agricultural or residential district or any public right of way. No building exterior may be constructed of unpainted concrete block or corrugated and/or sheet metal. Mechanical equipment, whether ground- level or rooftop, must be screened from public view and designed to be perceived as an integral part of the building. Junction and accessory boxes must be minimized from view of adjacent property and public rights of way. Proffered Condkion 9 would require development of that portion of the request property designated for 0-2 uses to conform to these requirements. In addition, in response to concerns from the Dale District Commissioner, the applicant has proffered a condition relating to the architectural trea1~nent of any office building. (Proffered Condition 10) Buffers & Screening: Proffered Condition 9 would require solkt waste storage areas on that portion of the property designated for 0-2 uses (i.e., dumpsters, garbage cans, trash compactors, etc.) be screened from view of adjacent property and public rights of way and that such area within 1,000 feet of any residential or agriculturally zoned properties not be serviced between the hours of 9:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m.. In addition, skes must be designed and buildings oriented so that loading areas are screened from any property where loading areas are prohibited and from public rights of way. Proffered Condition 9 would also require a minimum fifty (50) foot buffer between property zoned for 0-2 uses and adjacent residentially zoned property. At the time of site plan review, the Planning Commission may modify this buffer under certain circumstances. CONCLUSIONS The proposed zoning and land uses conform to the Central Area Plan which suggests the request property is appropriate for mixed use corridor uses along Iron Bridge Road and residential use of 1.00 to 2.5 units per acre east of the Iron Bridge Road mixed use corridor, and with existing and anticipated area development patterns along this portion of Iron Bridge Road. 11 99SN0166/WP/MAY25H The proffered conditions however, do not adequately address the impact of this development on necessary capital facilities, as outlined in the Zoning Ordinance and the Comprehensive Plan. Specifically, the need for schools, parks, libraries, fire stations and transportation improvements is identified in the County's adopted Public Facilities Plan and FY 1999-2003 Capital Improvement Program and Thoroughfare Plan and the impact of this development is discussed herein. The proffered conditions do not adequately mitigate the impact on capital facilities, thereby insur'mg adequate service levels are maintained and protecting the health, safety and welfare of County citizens. Given these considerations, approval of this request is recommended, subject to the applicant addressing the impacts on capital facilities, consistent with the Board of Supervisors' policy. CASE HISTORY Planning Commission Meeting (12/15/98): The Commission deferred this case to February 16, 1999. Staff (12/16/98): The applicant was advised in writing that any significant new or revised information should be submitted no later than December 30, 1998, for consideration at the Commission's February 16, 1999, public hear'rog. Applicant and Staff (2/1/99): At the request of the Dale District Commissioner, staff and the applicant discussed the possibility of a proffered condition relating to the architectural design of the proposed office area. The applicant indicated that he would give consideration to such a proffer. Applicant (2/10/99): The applicant submitted Proffered Condition 10 relative to the architectural trea1~nent of any office building. 12 99SN0166/WP/MAY25H Planning Commission Meeting (2/16/99): The applicant accepted the recommendation of the Planning Commission. There was no opposition to the request. Mr. Miller indicated that he was aware of the Board' s policy regarding the impact on capital facilities. He indicated, however, that there are unique circumstances (currently, two homes can be built on the property) and therefore, approval would not violate the policy. On motion of Mr. Miller, seconded by Mr. Gulley, the Commission recommended approval of this request and acceptance of the proffered conditions on pages 2 through 4. AYES: Unanimous. Board of Supervisors' Meeting (4/14/99): The Board deferred this case to May 25, 1999. Staff(4/15/99): The applicant was advised in writing, that any significant new or revised information should be submitted no later than April 20, 1999, for consideration at the Board's May public hear'rog. Staff (4/28/99): To date, no new information has been submitted. The Board of Supervisors, on Tuesday, May 25, 1999, beginning at 7:00 p.m., will take under consideration this request. 13 99SN0166/WP/MAY25H '\ 99SN0166 REZ:A TO R-12 W/C.I · ~"'-5 SH. 22 14 99SN0166/WP/MAY25H R-~2 ZOt~IG 0-2 U~ MASTER PLAN 15 99SN0166/WP/MAY25H 99SN0166 In Dale Magisterial District, PARKER HOMES, INC. requested rezoning and amendment of zoning district map from Agricultural (A) to Residential (R 12) with Conditional Use Planned Development to permit Corporate Office (0 2) uses and bulk exceptions. A single family residential subdivision with a minimum lot size of 12,000 square feet, together with 0 2 uses, is planned. Residential use of up to 3.63 units per acre is permitted in a Residential (R 12) District. The density of the 0 2 uses will be controlled by zoning conditions or Ordinance standards. The Comprehensive Plan suggests the property is appropriate for residential use of 1.0 to 2.5 units per acre and mixed use corridor uses. This request lies on 3.4 acres fronting approximately 100 feet on the east line of Iron Bridge Road, approximately 100 feet south of Willowbranch Drive, also fronting approximately 424 feet on Willowbranch Drive and located southeast of the intersection of these roads. Tax ID 773 675 2157 and 4748 (Sheet 22). Mr. Jacobson presented a summary of Case 99SN0166 and stated that the applicant has not offered to address the impact of every dwelling unit on capital facilities; rather, the applicant had agreed to address the impact of more than two dwelling units. He further stated that currently two homes could be built on the subject property. He stated that staff recommends approval subject to the applicant addressing the impacts on capital facilities, consistent with the Board's policy. He further stated that the Planning Commission was comfortable with the proposed proffer, recognizing the unique circumstances that two houses could currently be built on the property, and recommended approval and acceptance of the proffered conditions. He noted that the request conforms to the Central Area Plan. Mr. Richard Minter, representing the applicant, stated that the Planning Commission's recommendation is acceptable. He stated that he does not understand why a request had been made to address the impacts on two dwelling units already permitted on the property. When asked, Mr. Jacobson stated that the Board's policy 5/25/99 99 515 provides for consideration of unique circumstances and that, in the opinion of the Planning Commission, such a circumstance exists. There was no opposition present. There was brief discussion relative to the cash proffer made by the applicant. On motion of Mr. Daniel, seconded by Mr. Barber, the Board approved Case 99SN0166 and accepted the following proffered conditions: 1 The public wastewater system shall be used. 2 The applicant, subdivider or assignee(s) shall pay the following for dwelling units developed in excess of two (2) to the County of Chesterfield at the time of building permit application for infrastructure improvements within the service district for the property: a. $6200 per dwelling unit, if paid prior to July 1, 1999; or b. the amount approved by the Board of Supervisors not to exceed $6200 per dwelling unit adjusted upward by any increase in the Marshall and Swift Building Cost index between July 1, 1998, and July 1 of the fiscal year in which the payment is made after June 30, 1999. In the event the cash payment is not used for the purpose for which proffered within 15 years of receipt, the cash shall be returned in full to the payer. 3 No direct access shall be provided from the property to Route 10. Access for the property shall be provided to Willowbranch Drive. Prior to any site plan approval, an access easement, acceptable to the Transportation Department, shall be recorded across that part of the property identified on the Master Plan as "Proposed R 12 Zoning with 0 2 Use" to provide shared use of the Willowbranch Drive access with adjacent properties to the south and with the property in the southeast corner of the Willowbranch Drive/Route 10 intersection. 4 Prior to any site plan approval, one hundred (100) feet of right of way on the east side of Route 10, measured from the centerline of that part of Route 10 immediately adjacent to the property, shall be dedicated, free and unrestricted to and for the benefit of Chesterfield County. 5 Prior to issuance of occupancy permit for any 0 2 use, the developer shall construct or provide for construction of (As approved by the Transportation Department) an additional lane of pavement along the northbound lanes of Route 10 for the entire property 5/25/99 99 516 frontage. The developer shall dedicate to Chesterfield County, free and unrestricted, any additional right of way (or easements) required for this road improvement. The plan prepared by Ports, Minter and Associates, P.C. dated September 24, 1998 entitled '~Compiled plat showing proposed rezoning of the property of the Barden Family living Trust, Dale District, Chesterfield County, Virginia" shall be considered the Master Plan. Development on the '~Proposed R 12 Zoning and Use" portion of the property shall be limited to a maximum of four (4) residential lots. Development on the '~Proposed R 12 Zoning with 0 2 Use" portion of the property shall be limited to Corporate Office (0 2) uses. Except where the requirements of the underlying R 12 zoning are more restrictive, development of the '~Proposed R 12 Zoning with 0 2 Use" portion of the property shall conform to the requirements of the County Code for Corporate Office (0 2) Districts in Emerging Growth Areas. 10 The architectural treatment and materials of any office building(s) shall be similar to the office development in Chesterfield Meadows Office Park on Memory Lane. The exact treatment shall be approved by the Planning Department at the time of site plan review. Ayes: Daniel, Warren, Barber, Humphrey, and McHale. Nays: None. 5/25/99 99 517