05SN0127-Feb23.pdfDecember 13, 2004 CPG
Janum%~ 26, 2005 BS
.February 23, 2005 BS
STAFF'S
REQUEST ANALYSIS
AND
RECOMMENDATION
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Fox Creek Development, Inc.
Matoaca Magisterial District
Woolridge Elementary, Swill Creek Middle.,
and CIover Hill High School Attendance Zones
Offthe south line of Woolridge Road
REQUEST: Rezoning from Agricultural (A) to Residential (R-12). THIS REQUEST LIES
WITHIN THE UPPER SWIFT CREEK PLAN AREA AND WAS FILED
AFTER FEBRUARY 11, 2004. (SEE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN SECTION
OF THIS "REQUEST ANALYSIS")
PROPOSED LAND USE:
A single family residential subdivision with a maxim, urn of seven (7) lots is planned,
yielding a density of approximately 1.1. dwelting units per acre.
PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION
RECOMMEND DENIAL
AYES: MESSRS. GECKER, BASS AND GULLEY
ABSTENTION: MR.. LITTON
ABSENT: MR. WILSON
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Recommend approval fbr the tk)llowing reasons:
A. The proposed zoning and land use conlbm~ to the ~pper Swift Creek Ptm~ which
suggests the property is appropriate Ibr residemial use of 2.0 units.per acre or less.
I)rov'idmg a F'[RST CI'.tOICt"~ c<:)mmuniu; through excellenc¢ in pr~blic smwice
The proposed zoning and land use are representative of existing and anticipated area
development.
The proffered conditions address the impacts of this development on necessary
capital facilities, as ouIIined in thc Zoning Ordinance and Comprehensive PIan.
Specifically, the needs for roads, schools, parks, libraries and fire stations is
identified in the Public Facilities Plan, the Thoroughfare Plan and the ~;apital
Improvement Program and the impact of this development is discussed herein. The
proffered conditions adequately mitigate the impact on capital facilities, thereby
ensuring adequate service levels are maintained and protecting the health, safety and
welthre of County citizens.
(NOTE: THE ONLY CONDITION THAT CAN BE IMPOSED IS A iBUFFER CONDITION. THE
PROPERTY OWNER MAY PROFFER OTHER CONDITIONS. THE CONDITIONS NOTED
WITH "STAFF/CPC" WERE AGREED UPON BY BOTH STAFF AND THE COMMISSION.
CONDITIONS WITFI ONLY A "STAFF" ARE RECOMMENDED SOLELY BY STAFF.
CONDITIONS WITH ONLY A "CPC" ARE ADDITIONAL CONDITIONS RECOMMENDED BY
THE PLANNING COMMISSION.)
PROFFERED CONDITIONS
The Owners and the Developer (the "Developer") in this zoning case, pursuant to Section 15.2-2298
of the Code of Virginia (l 950 as amended)and the Zoning Ordinance of Chesterfield County, for
themselves and their successors or assigns, proffer that the development of the Property known as
Chesterfield County Tax Idenlification Nmnber 714-674-1733 (the "Property") under consideration
will be developed according to the following conditions it; and only if', the rezoning request [br R~I 2
is granted. In the event the request is denied or approved with conditions not agreed to by the
Developer, the proffers and conditions shall immediately be null and void and of no further tbrcc or
effect. If the zoning is granted, these proffers and conditions will supersede ail proffers and
conditions now existing on the iProperty.
(STAFF) 1. Density. A maximum of seven (7) lots shall be permitted. (P)
(STAFF) 2.
Utilities. The public water and wastewater systems shall be used, except for
sales facilities and/or construction offices, (U)
(STAFF) 3.
Timbering. With the exception of timbering which has been approved by the
Virginia State Department of Forestry fbr the purpose of removing dead or
diseased trees, there shall be no timbering until a land. disturbance permit has
been obtained from the Environm.ental iEngineering Department amd the
approved devices have been installed. (EE)
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Foundations. The expo sed surlhc, e s of the fbundations of each dwelling shall
be covered with brick or stone veneer or exterior insulation m~d finishing
systems (EIFS) materials. (P)
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House Size. Ail dwellings shall have a minimum gross floor area of 2,500
square 'lket. ('P)
Cash Profibrs. For each dwelling unit developed, the applicant, subdivider,
or assigneefs) shall pay $11,500.00 per unit to the County of Chesterfield,
prior to the time of issuance of a building permit, tbr infrastructure
improvements within the service district fbr the Property if paid prior to July
1, 2005, Thereafter, such payment shall be the mnount approved by the
Board of Supervisors not to exceed $11,500.00 per unit as adjusted upward
by any increase in the Marshall and Swift Building Cost Index between July
17 2004 and July 1 of the fiscal year in which the payment is made if paid
alter June 30, 2005. If any of the cash proffers are not expended lbr the
purposes designated by the Capital Improvement Program within fifteen (15)
years fi-om the date of payment, they shall be returned in full to the payor.
(B&M)
Lot Size. All lots shall have a minimum area of 15,000 square feet. (P)
Notice, The developer shall notify the last known representative of the
Foxcroft Homeowners Association on file with the Planning Department of
the submission, of tentative subdivision plans. Such notice shall occur at least
twenty-one (21) days prior to the approval of such plans. The developer shall
provide ~he Planning Department with a copy of th.e not/ce. (P)
Curb and (}utter. Public subdivision roads shall be constructed with concrete
curb and gutter. (P)
Covenants. At a minimum, the following restrictive covenants shall be
recorded for the development. Specific tmxns and definitions shall be set
fbrth in the Covenants and may not be the same as definitions set forth in the
Chesterfield County Zoning Ordinance. All terms and definitions set tbrth in
the Covenants shall control this Proffbred Condition.
Architectural Board. The Architectural Board shall have exclusive
,jurisdiction over all original construction, modifications, additions or
alterations made on or to all existing improvements, and the open
space, if any, appurtenant thereto on all property, lit shall prepare and.
on behalf of the Board of Directors, shall promulgate design and
development guidelines and application and review procedures, all as
part of the design and environmental standards. The standards shall
incorporate all restrictions and guidelines relating to developmen~ and
construction contained in this Declaration as well as restrictions and
guidelines with respect to location of structures upon property, size of
structures, driveway and parking req.uirements, fbundations and
length of structures, and landscaping requirements. Colpies shall be
available from the Architectural Board for review. The guidelines and
procedures shall be those of the Association, and the Architectural
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B.
Board shall have sole and full authority' to prepare and to amend the
standards available to Owners, builders, and developers who seek to
engage in development of or construction upon property within their
operations strictly in accordance therewith. The Architectural Board
shall initially consist of three (3) members, all appointed by the
Declarant. At such time as fifty percent (50%) of all property within
st~b. iect property has been developed, improved, an.d conveyed to
purchasers in the normal course of development and sale, the Board
of Directors of the Association shall have the right to appoint a
maximum of two (2) additional members, At no time shall the
Architectural Board have fewer than. three members nor more that
five (5) members. At such time as one hundred percent (100%1) ofatl
property has been developed, improved, and conveyed to purchasers
in the normal course of development and sale, the Board oflDirectors
shall appoint all members of the Architectural. Board. The declarant
may, at his option, delegate to the Board of Directors its right to
appoint one or more members of the ArchitecturaI Board. At all
times, at lease one (1) member of the Architectural Board shall be a
member of the Association, and at least one (1) member shall be an
architect licensed to practice in the State of Virginia, who shall also
be the Chairperson.
Mailboxes. EveLv improved lot shall be required to have a mailbox
with supporting post and street light of design and installation as
specified in the standards. Each lot owner shall be responsible l:br the
maintenance and operation of the fixture, support, and mailbox.
Parking. Each property owner shall provide space for thc parking of
automobiles off public streets prior to the occupancy of any building
or structure constructed on said property in accordance with the
standards.
Garages. Ali. dwellings will have side or rear loaded garages.
Signs. No signs shall be erected or maintained on any property by
anyone including, but not limited to, the owner, a realtor, a contractor.
or a subcontractor, except as provided for in the stan.dards or except
as may be required by legal proceedings. Residential property
identification and like signs not exceeding a combined total of more
than one (1) square tbot may be erected without the w2'itten
permission of the Declarant or the Association.
Condition o:f Ground. It shall be the responsibility o~' each property
owner and tenant to prevent the development of any unclean,
unsightly, or unkempt conditions of buildings or grounds on such
property which shall tend to substantially decrease the beauty of the
neighborhood as a whole or the specific area.
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Minimum Square Footage. No plan required under these Covenants
will be approved unless the proposed house or structure has a
minimmn square footage of enclosed dwelling space as specified in
the standards. Such minimum requirelnent ibr each lot will be
specified in each sales contract and stipulated in each deed. ]'he term
"enclosed dwelling area" as used in these minimum size requirements
does not include garages, terraces, decks, open porches~ and the like
areas,
Residential Use.
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All lots shall be used tbr residential purposes exclusively. The
use of a portion of a dwelling on. a lot as an o~lice by the
ovmer or tenants thereof shall be considered a residential use
if such use does not create customer or client traffic to and
from the lot. No structure, except as herein after provided,
shall be erected, altered, place& or permitted to remain on any
lot other than. one (1) detached single family dwelling and one
(1) accessory building which may include a detached private
garage, provided the use of such accessory building does not
overcrowd the site and provided further that such building is
not used for any activity normally conducted as business.
Such accessory building may not be constructed prior to the
construction of the main building.
(ii)
A guest suite or like facility without a kitchen may be
included as part of the main dwelling or accessory building,
but such suite may not be rented or leased except as part of
the entire premises including the main dwelling and provided.,
however, that such suite would not result in overcrowding of
the site.
(iii.)
~l'he provisions of this paragraph shall not prohibit the
Developer from using a house as a model as provided in this
Declaration.
Exterior Structure Completion. The exterior of all houses and other
structures must be completed within one (I) year after the
construction of same shall have commenced, except where such
completion is impossible or would result in great hardship to the
owner or builder due to the strikes, fires, national emergency, or
natural calamities. Houses and other dwelling structm:es may not be
temporarily or permanently occupied until the exteriors thereof have
been completed. During the continuance of construction the owner of
the lot shall, require the contractor to maintain the tot in a reasonably
clean and uncluttered condition.
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Screened Areas. Each lot OWT~er shall provide a screened area to
serve as a service yard and an area in which garbage receptacles, fuel
tanks or similar storage receptacles, electric and gas meters.~ air
conditioning equipment, clotheslines, and other unsightly objects
much be placed or stored in order to conceal them 't~om view from the
road and adjacent properties. Plans for such screened area delineating
the size, design, texture, appearance, and location must be approved
by the Architectural Board prior to construction. Garbage receptacles
and '£uel tanks may be located outside of such screened area only it'
located underground.
Vehicle Storage. No mobile home, trailer, tent, barn, or other similar
out-building or structure shall be placed on any lot at any time, either
temporarily or permanently. Boats, boat trailers, campers, recreational
vehicles, or utility trailers may be maintained on. a lot, but only when
in all enclosed or screened area approved by the Architectural Board
such that they are not generally visible fi:om adjacent properties.
Temporao' Structures. No structure ora temporary' character shall be
placed upon any lot at any time provided, however, that this
prohibition shall not apply to shelter or temporary structures used by
the contractor during the construction of the main dwelling house, it
being clearly understood that these latter temporary shelters may not
at any time be used as residences or permitted to remain on the lot
after completion of construction,. The design and color of structures
temporarily placed on the lot by a contractor shall be subject to
reasonable aesthetic control by the Architectural Board.
Antennas. Except as otherwise provided by applicable law, no
television antenna, radio receiver or sender, satellite dish, or other
similar device shall be attached to or installed on the exterior portion
of any building or structure or any lot except that should cable
television services be unavailable and good television reception not
be otherwise available, a lot owner may make written application to
the Association for permission to install such a device and such
permission shall not be unreasonably withheld.
Further Subdivision. No lot shall be subdivided or its boundary lines
chm~ged except with the written consent of the Declarant. However,
the Declarant hereby expressly reserves to itself; its successors; or
assigns the right to repla't any lot or lots owned by it and shovvn.~ on the
plat of any subdivision in order to create modified building tot or
replatted lot suitable and fit as a building site including, but no
limited to, the recreational facilities, and other amenities to conlbrm
to the new boundaries of said replatted lots, provided that no lot
originally shown on a recorded plat is reduced to a size smaller than
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the smallest lot shown on the first plat of the subdivision section.
Nothing in this paragraph shall prohibit the combining of two (2) or
more contiguous lots into one (1) larger lot, only the exterior
boundary lines of the resulting larger lot shall be considered in the
interpretati, on of these covenants.
Animals. Only common household pet animals shall be permitted.
Alt pet animals must be secured by a leash or lead, or be under the
control of a responsible person and obedient to that person's
command at any time they are permitted outside a residen.ce or oth.er
enclosed area upon a lot approved by the Architectural Board tbr the
maintenance and. confinement of pet animals. No livestock including
cattle, horses, sheep., goats, pigs~ or poultry shall be permitted upon
any lot. A3~er giving a lot owner xvritten notice of complaint and
reasonable opportunity to remedy the situation, the Board of Directors
may order the removal of any pet which has been a nuisance or a
danger.
Motor Bikes All Terrain Vehicles. No motor bikes, motorcycles, or
alt terrain vehicles shall be driven upon the common area, [ors, or
roads (unless properly licensed on roads) with the exception of
licensed vehicles and mopeds which sh.all be operated solely upon the
public streets tbr direct ingress and egress purposes only.
External Lighting. No external lighting shall be installed or utilized
on any property which is of such. character, intensity, or location as to
interfere with. the use, eRjoyment, and privacy of any lot or owner in
the near vicinity. No neon or flashing lights shall be permitted. All
external lighting shall be approved by the Architectural. Board as
appropriate in size, Iocation, color, and intensity.
Swimming Pools. No swimming pool, whether in ground or above
ground, Whether permanent or temporary, shall be installed upon any
lot without the prior written consent of the Architectural Board. The
Architectural Board shall require that all swimming pools be
adequately screened.
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Rules and Regulations. The Board of Directors is granted and shall
have the power to promulgate rules and regulations, from time to
time, governing the use of and activity upon the Common Area and
the Recreational Facilities (if the Recreational Facilities are owned or
leased by the Association). All rules and regulations promulgated by
the Board of Directors shall be published and distributed to each.
member of the Association at least thirty (30) days prior to their
effective date. (P)
Garages. Ail dwellings wilt have side or rear loaded garages. (P)
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(STAFF) 14.
Location:
Best Management Practice (BMP) Facility, The developer shall leave in
place temporary sediment control devices and/or construct new BMP's or
combinations of BMP's which would achieve a maximum phosphorous
runoff limit of 0.22 pounds per acre per year until Chesterfield County
obtains its initial permit ~br the implementation of the Upper Swift Creek
Watershed Plan. (EE)
Open Space. A minimum of fifty (50) feet of common open space shall be
mainlained adjacent to Foxcroft Subdivision. Except [br utilities and
pedestrian/bicycle paths which run generally perpendicular through the
buffer, there shall be no uses permitted in the buff'er. Except where necessary
to provide the uses stated herein, any healthy trees that are six (6) inches or
greater in. caliper shall be retained unless removal is approved through the
subdivision process. (iP)
Tree Preservation. A twenty-five (25) foot tree preservation strip within the
proposed lots shall be maintained along the western boundary of the common
open. space described in Proffered Condition 13. Utility easements and
righls-of-way shall be permitted to cross this strip in a perpendicular fashion.
Any healthy trees that are six (6) inches in caliper or greater shall be retained
within this tree preservation strip except where removal is necessary to
accommodate the improvements permitted by the preceding sentence, This
condition shall not preclude the rem. oval of vegetation i~oln the tree
preservation strip that is unhealthy, dying or diseased. (P)
GENERAL INFORMATION
Off the soulh line of Woolridge Road, west of Fox Haven Lane,
(Sheet 15).
Existing Zoning:
A
Size:
6.6 acres
Existing Land Use:
Vacant
Tax ID 714~674~1733
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Adjacent Zoning and Land Use:
North and West - R-I 2 with Conditional Lise; Vacant
South - A; Vacant
East - R-9 and A; Single family residential or vacant
UTILITIES
Public Water System:
The:re is a twenty (20) inch water line that extends along a portion of Fox Club Parkway and
terminates adjacent to ][;'ox Club Lane, approximately 2,900 feet northeast of this site. The
request site is within the boundaries of the Upper Swift Creek Plan. which recommends use
of the public water system. Use of the public water system is intended and has been
proffbred (Proffered Condition 2). The applicant has included with the proffer, a request for
an exception in the case of sales facilities and/or construction offices. Since the sales
l~cilities or construction trailer would be a temporao, use as part of the overall development
of the site, the Utilities Department would not require such facilities to connect to the ipublic
water system. It should be noted, however, that any such facilities must meet other
requirements of the Zoning Ordinance.
iPublic Wastewater System:
There is an eighteen (18) inch wastewater trunk line that extends along a portion of the west:
branch of Swi ~ Creek and terminates adjacent to Fox Haven Lane in Foxcrofl Subdivi sion,
approximately 185 feet east of this site. The request site is within the boundaries of the
Upper Swift CreekPlan, which recommends useofthepublicwastewater system. Useofthe
public wastewater system is intended and has been proffered (Proffered Condition 2). The
applicant has included with the profl;er, a request fbr an exception in case of sales t~cilities
and/or construction offices. Since the sales facilities or construction trailer would be a
temporary use as part of the overat[ development of the site, the Utilities Department would
not require such facilities to connect to the public wastewater system. It should be noted,
however, that m~y such facilities must meet other requirements of the Zoning Ordinance~
ENVIRONMENTAL
Drainage and Erosion:
The property drains directly to West Branch and then, via West Branch., to Swift Creek
iReservoir. West Branch at this location is a perennial stream and therefore subject to a 100-
foot conservation area, inside of which uses are very limited. Approximately two-thirds of
the property is within thc Resource Protection Area (RPA). The property is wooded and
should not be timbered without first obtaining a land-disturbance permit from the
Environmental Engineering Department (Proffered Condition 3). This will insure that
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adequate erosion control measures are in place prior to any land disturbance. There m'e no
existing or anticipated, on- or off-site, drainage or erosion problems.
Water Quality:
The Board of Supervisors has approved the implementation of the Upper S,Mft Creek
Watershed Master Plan establishing a pro-rata fee for the management of phosphorus loads
associated with stormwater runoff. It should be noted the developer must pay a pro-rata fee
tbr best managelnent practice (BMP) construction and a tee lbr BMP maintenance will be
required at time of subdivision recordation.
The Planning Commission has been requesting that developers agree to design silt basins to
remove .22 pounds per acre per year of phosphorus from stormwater runoff or construct
additional BMP facilities and leave them in place until the county receives its initial permit
when the development is downstream of any regional facilities or until the downstream
facility is constructed, if the development is upstream, which ever is appropriate. The
applicant has of Ibred Proffered Condition I2 to address this concern.
PUBLIC FACILITIES
The need for fire, school, library, park and transportation facilities is identified in the Public
Facilities Plan. the Thoroueht~are Plan andthe Capital Improvement Pro,2ram. This development will
have m~ impact on. these :lhcitities.
Fire Service:
~lt~e Public Facilities Plan indicates that fire and emergency medical service (EMS) calls are
expected to increase 44 to 78 percent by 2022. Six (6) new :fire/rescue stations are
recommended tbr construction by 2022 in the Plan., In addition to the six (6) new' stations,
the Plan also recommends the expansion of five (5) existing stations. Based on seven (7)
dwelling units, this request will generate approximately one (1.) call fbr fire and. EMS each
year. The applicant has addressed the impact on fire and EMS (Proffered Condition 6).
The Clover Hill Fire Station, Company Number 7, currently provides fire protection and
emergency medical service. When the property is developed, the number of hydrm~ts,
quantity of water needed [br fire protection, and access requirements will be evaluated during
the plans review process.
Schools:
Approximately ti)ur (4) students will be generated by this development. This site lies in the
Woolridge Elementary School attendance zone: capacity - 733~ enrollment - 794; Swill
Creek Middle School attendance zone: capacity - 1,027, enrollmenl - 1,468; and Clover Hill
High School attendance zone: capacity - 1,582, enrollment - 2.036.
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There are currently five (5) trailers at Woolridge Elementary: twelve (12) trailers at Swift
Creek Middle; and twenty (20) trailers at Clover Hill tfigh. A new high school is under
construction and is scheduled to open in 2006, that will provide relief lk~r Clover Hill and
Manchester High SchooisE This development will have an impact on schools. The applicant
has off:ered measures to assist in addressing the impact of this development on school
facilities (Proftk.~red Condition 6).
Libraries:
Consistent with the Board of Supervisors' policy, the impact of development on fibrary
services is assessed County-wide. Based on projected population growth, the Public
Facilities Plan identifies a need fbr additional library-space throughout the County.
The proposed development could impact either the existing Clover Hill Library or a proposed
new Ihcility in the vicinity of Beach and Winterpock Roads~ The Public Facilities Plan
identifies a need fbr addition.al library space in these areas of the County. The applicant has
offered measures to assist in addressing the impact of this development on library facilities,
(Prof~f~ered Condition 6)
Parks and Recreation:
The Public Facilities Plan identifies the need t!br three (3) new regional parks, seven (7)
community parks, 29 neighborhood parks, and five (5) community centers by 2020. In
addition, the Public Facilities Plan identities the need :for ten (10) new or expanded special
purpose parks to provide water access or preserve and. interpret unique recreational, cultural
or environmental resources. The Plan also identities shortfalls in trails and recreational
historic sites.
The Upper Swift Creek Plan calls lbr "a continuous linear network of open spaces along the
tributaries of Swift Creek Reservoir within the watershed, linking critical environmental
habitats, open space, and public resources." The plan states that "preservation of these areas,
which buffer and naturally filter surface waters, are critical for the survival of Swift Creek
Reservoir as a potable water source."
The applicant has offered measures to assist in addressing the impact of this proposed
development on parks and recreation thcilities (Proffered Condition 6); however~ to be in.
compliance with the Upper Swift Creek Plan, the applicant should provide a conservation
area within the Resource Protection Area of West Branch Creek, to be owned m~d maintained
by a Homeo~,mer's Association.
Transportation:
The property (6.6 acres) is currently zoned Agricultural (A), and the applicant is requesting
rezoning to iResidential (Rd2) and has proffered a maximum density' of seven (7) lots
(Proffered Condition 1). Based on. single-15hmily trip rates, development could generate
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approximatel, y ninety (90) average daily trips. These vehicles will be initially distributed
through streets in the proposed residential development (Foxcreek Crossing Subdivision) to
Woolridge Road and to Otterdale Road, which had 2004 traffic counts of 1,553 and 2,853
vehicles per day (VPD), respectively.
Included in the Subdivision Ordinance i.s the Planning Commission's Stub Road Policy. The
Policy suggests that subdivision streets anticipated to carry 1,500 VPD or more should be
designed as '~no-lot frontage" collector roads. Traffic generated by this development wi 11
travel along streets in the proposed Foxcreek Crossing Subdivision, The proposed street
network in Foxcreck Subdivision includes a residential collector road (Foxcreek Crossing)
that will extend ti:om Wootridge Road through the development to Otterdale Road. Based on
the anticipated traftic generated by the number of lots in Foxcreek Subdivision and the
number of lots that could be developed on the subject property, traffic volumes on streets in
Foxcreek Crossing are not anticipated to exceed the acceptable subdivision street volume as
defined by the Stub Road Policy.
Area roads need to be improved to address safety and accommodate the increase in traffic
generated by this development. Woolridge Road m~d Otterdate Road will be directly
impacted by development of this property'. Sections of Woolridge Road, east of Otterdale
Road, have eighteen (18) to nineteen (19) foot wide pavement with no shoulders, The
capacity of that section of Woo lridge Road is acceptable (Level of Service C) for the volmne
of traffic it currently carries (1,553 VPD), Sections of Woolridge Road, south ot' Genito
Road, have eighteen (I8) to twenty-one (21) ibot wide pavement with no shoulders, and
guardrail immediately ad. iacent to the road. The section of Woolridge Road across the Swift
Creek Reservoir is not in the State Highxvay System, and is the responsibility of the County.
Based on the cun'ent volume of traffic (10,143 VPD), that section of Woolridge Road is at
capacity (Level of Service E). Sections of Otterdale Road, between Woolridge Road and.
[tull Street Road (Route 360), have nineteen (l 9) to twenty (20) Ibot wide pavement with n.o
shoulders, and substandard horizontal and vertical curves and large trees located close to the
edge of pavement. The capacity of that section of Otterdale Road is acceptable (Level of
Service C) l~br the volume of traffic it currently carries (2,853 VPD).
The applicant has proffered to contribute cash, in an amount consistent with the Board of
Supervisors' Policy, towards mitigating the traffic impact of this development (Prot'fered
Condition 6). As development continues in this part of the County, traffic volumes on area
roads will substantially increase. Cash proffers alone wilt not cover the cost of the
improvements needed to accommodate the trait, lc increases. No road improvement pro.}ects
in this part of the county are included in the Six-Year Improvement Plan, except for a prqiect
to improve a substandard curve on Woolridge Road south of Crown Pointe Road.. This curve
has been identified as a high accident location.
At time of tentative subdivision review, specific recommendations will be provided
regarding the internal street network and providing stub road rights-of-way to a4jacent
properties.
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Fi.nancial Impact on Capital Facilities:
PER UNIT
I Potential Number of New Dwelling Units 7* 1.00
Population Increase 19.04
Number of New Students
t'.i;lementary 1,58 0.23
Middle 0.88 0.13
High t.12 0.16
TOTAL 3.58 0,5 t
Net Cost for Schools $38,724 $5,532
Net Cost for Parks 5,523 789
Net Cost for Libraries 2,828 404
Net Cost 'ii)r Fire Stations I 2,975 425
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Average Net Cost tbr Roads : 30.793 4,399
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TOTAL NET COST $80,843 ~ $11,549
*Based on a .proffered maximum yield of' seven (17) lots (Proffered Condition I). Actual number
o1' lots an.d corresponding impact may vary.
As noted, this proposed development will have an impact on capital facilities. Staff has calculated
the fiscal impact of every new dwelling unit on schools~ roads, parks, libraries and fire stations at
$11,549 per unit. The applicant has been advised that a maximum proffer of$11,500 per unit would
deft'ay the cost of the capital Ihcilities necessitated by this proposed development. Consistent with
the Board ot' Supervisors' policy, and proffers accepted from other applicants, the applicant has
offered cash to assist in defraying the cost of this proposed zoning on such capital thcilities.
(Proffered Condition 8)
Note that circumstances relevant to this case, as presented by the applicant, have been reviewed and
it. has been determined that it is appropriate to accept the maximum cash proffer in this case.
LAND USE
Comprehensive Plan:
Lies within the boundaries of the Upper Swift Creek Plan which suggests the property is
appropriate ~br single fhmily residential uses at a density of 2.0 dwelling units per acre or
less. Staff has begun the process of amending the Upper Swift Creek Plan. Given the
pending amendment, the Board of Supervisors has indicated its intern to de fLor final action on
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residential cases field after February 11,2004, which are located within the area of the Upper
Swift Creek Plan. for a period of up to one (I) year. This application was filed on August 16,
2004. Such deferral would alIow this Board time to review recommendations or changes to
the Plm~ and evaluate new zoning proposals accordingly.
Area Development Trends:
Ad. jacent property to the north and west is zoned Residential (R-12) and is vacant. Adjacent
properly to the south is zoned Agricultural (A) and is vacant. Adjacent property to the east is
zoned Residential (R-9) and Agricultural (A) and is occupied by single family residential
development in Foxcroft Subdivision or remains vacant. Residential development, at
densities consistent with the Plan, is expected to continue in the area.
iDe.veIopment Standards:
The applicant has proffered a maximum of seven (7) lots on 6.6 acres, yielding a density of
approximately 1. I dwelling units per acre, consistent with the Upper Swift Creek Plan which
suggests a density of 2.0 units per acre or less (Proffered Condition 1). I'n addition, the
applicant has agreed to a minimum lot size of t 5,000 square feet. (Proffered Condition 7)
Other restrictions include foundation treatment; notice of tentative subdivision plan
submission; use of curb and gutter on public roads; orientation of garages; and restrictive
covenants. (Proffered Conditions 4, 8, 9, 10, and 11)
Dwelling Size:
The applicant has submitted a proffered condition which requires ami. nimun~ gross fl. oor area
of 2,500 square feet for all dwelling units. (Proffered Condition 5)
Open Space and Tree Preservation:
To address concerns expressed by adjacent citizens, the applicant has agreed to provide a
minimum of fifty (50) feet of common open space adjacent to Foxcroft Subdivision
(Proll~red Condition 13). In addition, a twenty-five (25) foot tree preservation strip is to be
maintained along the w'estern boundary of the common open space (Proffered Condition. 1.4).
The tree preservation strip will be included within the boundaries of individual lots. It has
been staffs experience that individual homeowners tend to clear these areas, resulting in a
zoning violation on that individual lot and affecting the imegrity of the tree preservation area.
To preserve the integrity of these areas, the tree preservation strip should be provided in open
space, thereby becoming the responsibility' o:f a homeowners' associatkm,
CONCLUSIONS
The proposed zoning and land use conform to the Upper Swift Creek Plan which suggests the
property is appropriate Ibr residential use of 2.0 units per acre or less and are representative of
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existing and anticipated development. In addition, the pmffcre, d conditions address the impacts of
this development on necessary capital facilities, as outlined in the Zoning Ordinance and
Comprehensive Plan, Specifically~ the needs f.br roads, schools, parks, libraries and fire stations is
identified in the Public Facilities Plan, the Thoroughfare Plan and the ~apital Improvemem Program
and the impact of this development is discussed herein. The proffered conditions adequately
mitigate the impact on capital facilities, thereby ensuring adequate service levels are maintained and
protecting the health, safety and welfare of County citizens.
Given. these considerations, staff recommends approval of this request.
CASE HISTORY
Planning Commission Meeting (i 2/13/04):
The applicanI accepted staff's recommendation, but did not accept the Commission's
recommendatiom There was opposition present.
Concerns were expressed relative to the impact of the development on water quality, roads,
schools and emergency services. Concerns were expressed relative to the lack of regional
best management practices t~cilities and increased sedimentation in area streams and the
Swill (;reek Reservoir. Als(), requests were made to defer action until the mnended ~
Swift Creek Plan is completed.
Mr. Bass indicated while the applicant had offered proffered conditions consistent with the
current practices and policies, area roads are in. poor condition with no immediate plans for
improvement.
Mr. Gulley expressed concerns relative to the timing of the project versus that of
implementation of the Regional BMP Plan. tte suggested that cases should not be acted
upon until such thne as the review of the Upper Swift Creek Plan is completed.
Mr. Gecker agreed that the case should not be acted upon until the review of the Plan is
completed,
On motion of Mr. Bass, seconded by Mr, Gutley, the Commission recommended denial of
this request.
AYES: Messrs. Gecker, Bass and Gulley.
ABSTENTION: Mr. Litton
ABSENT: Mr. Wilson
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Board of Supervisors' Meeting ( 1/26/05):
On their own motion, the Board deferred this case to February 23, 2005.
Staff (1/27/05):
The applicant was advised in writing that any significant, new or revised infbrmation should
be submitted no later than January 31,2005, lbr consideration at the Bom'd's February public
hearing.
Staff(2~1~05):
To date, no new information has been submitted.
The Board of Supervisors, on Wednesday, February 23, 2005, beginning at 7:00 pEm., will take under
consideration this request.
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