12SN0117CASE MANAGER: Robert Clay
November 3 0, 2011 B S
STAFF' S
REQUEST ANALYSIS
AND
RECOMMENDATION
12SN0117
Smith Iron and Metal Co., Inc.
Bermuda Magisterial District
North line of Bellwood Road
RE VEST: Conditional use approval to permit a marine terminal in a Heavy Industrial (I-3)
District.
PROPOSED LAND USE:
A marine terminal to be used for loading and unloading commodities from barges
and ships; temporary storage facilities; barge and ship mooring and berthing; and
barge and ship salvage and recycling is planned.
PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION
RECOMMEND APPROVAL AND ACCEPTANCE OF THE PROFFERED CONDITION ON
PAGE 2.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Recommend approval for the following reasons:
A. The proposed land uses conform to the Consolidated Eastern Area Plan, which
suggests the property is appropriate for industrial use.
B. The proposed land uses are representative of and compatible with existing and
anticipated area development.
(NOTE: CONDITIONS MAY BE IMPOSED OR THE PROPERTY OWNER(S) MAY
PROFFER CONDITIONS. THE CONDITION NOTED WITH "STAFF/CPC" WAS AGREED
UPON BY BOTH STAFF AND THE COMMISSION.)
Providing a FIRST CHOICE community through excellence in public service
PROFFERED CONDITION
(STAFF/CPC) Prior to site plan approval or within sixty (60) days of a written request by
the Transportation Department, whichever occurs first, thirty-five (35) feet
of right-of way, measured from the centerline of Bellwood Road shall be
dedicated, free and unrestricted, to and for the benefit of Chesterfield
County. (T)
GENERAL INFORMATION
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The request property is located on the north line of Bellwood Road, west of the eastern
terminus of Bellwood Road. Tax IDs 798-678-0246 and 7143.
Existing Zoning:
I-3
Size:
32.3 acres
Existing Land Use:
Residential, vacant and private marina
Adjacent Zoning and Land Use:
North -James River and the County of Henrico
South - I-3; Industrial
East - I-3 with conditional use; borrow pit, marina and industrial
West - I-3; single-family residential or vacant
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Public Water System:
The site is located within the Bellwood Pressure Zone. There is a twelve (12) inch water line
extending along Bellwood Road, approximately 525 feet from the request site. An additional
eight (8) inch water line is located approximately 350 feet west of the request site.
Connection to the public water system is not required.
Public Wastewater S,, sue:
The site is planned for inclusion in the Falling Creek sewer service area. However, the
public sewer system is not available to the site at this time. The nearest available
wastewater line is approximately 4400 feet west of the request site. Connection to the
public wastewater system is not required.
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Health Department:
The Chesterfield County Health Department has no adverse comments towards the
approval of Case 12SN0117. However, it should be noted to the owner that prior to the
issuance of any building permit for this property, the Health Department will require
application for an on-site sewage system construction permit. Records on file with our
department indicate that an on-site sewage system and private well were installed on the
property in 1974. However, this system would be undersized for the proposed use. The
owner will need to contact a private evaluator (Onsite Soil Evaluator or Professional
Engineer) to complete the design of the system as this is a commercial property.
ENVIRONMENTAL
Drainage and Erosion:
The subject property drains directly into the James River or into the existing marina area.
There are no known erosion and drainage problems and none are expected if re-
developed. Prior to submitting the site plan, a Resource Protection Area Determination
(RPAD) will need to be submitted to the Water Quality Section of Environmental
Engineering for review and approval.
The property originally started construction prior to the adoption of the Chesapeake Bay
Ordinance by Chesterfield County. If the site is redeveloped, a 100-foot conservation buffer
would take the shape of the current marina area. If any construction occurs within the new
100-foot conservation area, a Maj or Water Quality Impact Assessment (WQIA) will need to
be submitted to Environmental Engineering and approved by the Board of Supervisors.
PUBLIC FACILITIES
Fire Service:
The Centralia Fire Station, Company Number 17, currently provides fire protection and
emergency medical service (EMS).
This request will have a minimal impact on Fire and EMS, provided the only commodities
to be stored or transferred will be scrap metals. Fire protection issues related to the storage
and transfer of scrap metals or other commodities will be addressed at site plan.
County Department of Transportation:
This request will have a similar traffic impact as the current zoning.
The Thoroughfare Plan identifies Bellwood Road as a collector with a recommended
right-of way width of seventy (70) feet. The applicant has proffered to dedicate thirty-
five (35) feet of right-of way measured from the centerline of Bellwood Road, in
accordance with that Plan. (Proffered Condition)
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Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT):
A commercial entrance(s), with appropriate sight distance shall be provided. VDOT review
will be made at time of construction plan submittal.
T,ANT~ TIFF,
Current Comprehensive Plan:
The subject property is located within the boundaries of the Consolidated Eastern Area
Plan, which suggests the property is appropriate for industrial use.
Draft Comprehensive Plan:
The Revised Draft Comprehensive Plan (as of September 2011) designates the subject
property "Manufacturing Center." This proposed land use designation encourages single
use, or integrated mix of moderate and/or heavy industrial, corporate office, public and
open space uses. In addition, limited retail and service uses that primarily serve the center
may be appropriate when part of an integrated project. Along the river front, community
center uses may also be appropriate. The proposed zoning case, with the exception of
proposed residential uses, is substantially consistent with this proposed land use
designation. It should be noted that the revised draft plan is pending review by the Planning
Commission, has not been approved, and does not provide land use guidance for the subject
property at this time. As of the date of this report, the Commission has not forwarded a
recommendation regarding the revised draft plan to the Board of Supervisors. Additionally,
the Board has not reviewed the revised draft plan, nor has the Board taken any action on the
revised draft plan to date. The recommendations of the revised draft plan are provided for
reference purposes only.
Area Development Trends:
The area is characterized by various industrial uses and a few scattered single-family
residential uses along Bellwood Road, west of the property. The James River and Henrico
County are adjacent to the property, to the north. It is anticipated industrial uses will
continue in this area, as suggested by the Plan.
Zonin Hg istory:
On February 27, 1991 the Board of Supervisors, upon a recommendation of approval
from the Planning Commission, approved heavy industrial zoning with conditional use to
permit a marina on the subject property (Case 91 SN0123). At that time the property was
being used as a borrow pit.
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Development Standards:
Currently, the request property lies within the Post Development Area. The purpose of the
Post Development Area standards is to provide flexible design criteria in areas that have
already experienced development and ensure continuity of development. Redevelopment of
this site or new construction must conform to the requirements of the Zoning Ordinance
which address access, parking, landscaping, architectural treatment, setbacks, signs, buffers,
utilities and screening of dumpsters and loading areas.
CONCLUSION
The proposed land uses conform to the Consolidated Eastern Area Plan, which suggests the
property is appropriate for industrial use. In addition, the proposed land uses are representative of
and compatible with existing and anticipated area development.
Given these considerations, approval of this request is recommended.
CASE HISTORY
Planning Commission Meeting (10/ 18/ 11)
The applicant accepted the recommendation. There was no opposition present.
On motion of Mr. Hassen, seconded by Dr. Brown, the Commission recommended
approval and acceptance of the proffered condition on page 2.
AYES: Messrs. Bass, Brown, Gulley, Hassen and Waller.
The Board of Supervisors, on Wednesday, November 30, 2011 beginning at 6:30 p.m., will take
under consideration this request.
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