13SN0133CASE MANAGER: Robert Clay
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December 12, 2012 BS
STAFF' S
REQUEST ANALYSIS
AND
RECOMMENDATION
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Electric Power, Inc.
Bermuda Magisterial District
1351 West Hundred Road
REQUEST: Rezoning from Light Industrial (I-1) to General Industrial (I-2).
PROPOSED LAND USE:
Industrial uses, to include outside storage, are planned.
PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION
RECOMMEND APPROVAL AND ACCEPTANCE OF THE PROFFERED CONDITIONS ON
PAGE 2.
AYES: Messrs. Gulley, Waller, Patton and Wallin.
ABSENT: Dr. Brown.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Recommend approval for the following reasons:
A. The proposed zoning and land uses conform to The Comprehensive Plan for
Chesterfield County, designates the request property as Industrial where I-2 or I-3
uses such as moderate to intense manufacturing and uses which normally have
outside storage areas are appropriate.
B. The proposed zoning and land uses are representative of and compatible with
existing and anticipated area development.
(NOTE: THE ONLY CONDITION THAT MAY BE IMPOSED IS A BUFFER CONDITION.
THE PROPERTY OWNER(S) MAY PROFFER OTHER CONDITIONS. CONDITIONS
NOTED "STAFF/CPC" WERE AGREED UPON BY BOTH STAFF AND THE
COMMISSION.)
Providing a FIRST CHOICE community through excellence in public service
PROFFERED CONDITIONS
(STAFF/CPC) 1. Dedication. Prior to any site plan approval or within sixty (60)
days of a written request by the Transportation Department,
whichever occurs first, one-hundred (100') feet of right-of--way on
the south side of West Hundred Road (State Route 10), excluding
areas encumbered by the existing septic drain field and/or fire
protection vault, as measured from the centerline of Route 10, shall
be dedicated free and unrestricted, to and for the benefit of
Chesterfield County. (T)
(STAFF/CPC) 2. Access. Direct vehicular access from the property to West Hundred
Road (State Route 10) shall be limited to one (1) entrance/exit. The
exact location of this access shall be approved by the
Transportation Department. (T)
(STAFF/CPC) 3. Road Improvements. In conjunction with the new development or
redevelopment on the property, as determined by the
Transportation Department, the developer shall construct an
additional lane of pavement along the eastbound lanes of West
Hundred Road (State Route 10) for the entire property frontage,
and dedicate any additional right-of--way (or easements) to
Chesterfield County, free and unrestricted, required for this
improvement. (T)
(STAFF/CPC) 4. Wastewater Facilities. Prior to the issuance of any occupancy
permits for the development of any new or the redevelopment of
any building(s) on the site, connection shall be made to the public
wastewater system. (U)
GENERAL INFORMATION
Location:
The request property is located on the south line of West Hundred Road, east of Ware
Bottom Spring Road and better known as 1351 West Hundred Road. Tax ID 807-652-2669.
Existing Zoriin~:
I-1
Size:
6 acres
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Existing Land Use:
Industrial
Adjacent Zoning and Land Use:
North - C-3 and I-2; Commercial, industrial or vacant
South, East and West - I-2; Industrial or vacant
UTILITIES
Public Water S.. sue:
The request site is located within the Dutch GapBermuda water pressure zone. There is an
eight (8) inch water line extending across West Hundred Road to serve this site. The site is
currently connected to the public water system. This request will not impact the public water
system.
Public Wastewater System:
The site is located within the Johnson Creek sewer service area. This site is not connected
to the public wastewater system. There is a ten (10) inch sewer line extending along the
eastern property line of the request site on the adjacent parcel. The applicant intends to
utilize the public wastewater system and has proffered to connect upon redevelopment of
any buildings on this site. (Proffered Condition 4)
ENVIRONMENTAL
Drainage and Erosion:
The subject property drains to the south and via storm sewers to Johnson Creek. There are
no on or off-site drainage or erosion problems and none are anticipated after development. It
should be noted that any new development or re-development of the property will be
required to comply with the water quantity and quality run-off regulations.
PUBLIC FACILITIES
Fire Service:
The Rivers Bend Fire Station, Company Number 18, currently provides fire protection
and emergency medical service (EMS). This request will have a minimal impact on Fire
and EMS.
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County Department of Transportation:
This rezoning request to General Industrial (I-2) will have a similar traffic impact as the
current Light Industrial (I-1) zoning.
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 100 feet of right-
of-way measured from the centerline of Route 10, in accordance with that Plan,
excluding areas encumbered by an existing septic drain field and fire protection vault.
(Proffered Condition 1)
Access to major arterials, such as Route 10, should be controlled. The applicant has
proffered that direct access from the property to Route 10 will be limited to one (1)
entrance/exit. (Proffered Condition 2)
In conjunction with any development or redevelopment, the applicant has proffered to
construct an additional lane of pavement along the entire property frontage along Route
10. (Proffered Condition 3)
Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT~:
VDOT understands that site access will continue unchanged as a result of this request. If
this is correct, VDOT staff will have no further comment.
LAND USE
Comprehensive Plan:
The Comprehensive Plan for Chesterfield County, designates the request property as
Industrial where I-2 or I-3 uses such as moderate to intense manufacturing and uses which
normally have outside storage areas are appropriate.
Area Development Trends:
The area is characterized by commercially and industrially zoned and developed properties
or remains vacant. It is anticipated industrial uses will continue in this area, as suggested by
the Plan.
Zoning HistorX:
On April 10, 1968 the Board of Supervisors rezoned the subject property and adjacent
property to the south and east to an industrial classification.
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Development Standards:
Currently, the property lies within an Emer~~ Growth District Area and Route 10
Corridor East. The Zoning Ordinance specifically addresses access, landscaping,
setbacks, parking, signs, buffers, utilities and screening for developments within these
areas. Further, the Route 10 standards address additional yard requirements and internal
circulation.
CONCLUSION
The proposed zoning and land uses conform to The Comprehensive Plan for Chesterfield County,
designates the request property as Industrial where I-2 or I-3 uses such as moderate to intense
manufacturing and uses which normally have outside storage areas are appropriate. In addition, the
proposed zoning and 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 (11/15/12):
The applicant accepted the recommendation. There was no opposition present.
On motion of Mr. Patton, seconded by Mr. Waller, the Commission recommended
approval and acceptance of the proffered conditions on page 2.
AYES: Messrs. Gulley, Waller, Patton and Wallin.
ABSENT: Dr. Brown.
The Board of Supervisors on Wednesday, December 12, 2012 beginning at 6:30 p.m., will take
under consideration this request.
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