06SN0257
Ma)' 16, 2006 CPC
June 28, 2006 BS
STAFF'S
REQUEST ANALYSIS
AND
RECOMMENDA TION
06SN0257
Chesterfield County - Utilities Department
Matoaca Magisterial District
11730 River Road
REQUEST: Conditional Use to permit a public utility use (water pump station and water tank) in
an Agricultural (A) District.
PROPOSED LAND USE:
A ground-mounted water storage tank and pump station are planned.
PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION
RECOMMEND APPROVAL SUBJECT TO THE CONDITIONS ON PAGE 2.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Recommend approval for the following reasons:
Aa The proposal conforms to the Public Facilities Plan, which recommends
expansion of the existing water system, to include storage tanks and pumping
stations, by 2015 a
Ba The proposed uses will accommodate residential development consistent with the
recommendations of the Southern and Western Area Plana
(NOTE: CONDITIONS MAYBE IMPOSED OR THE PROPERTY OWNER(S) MAY
PROFFER CONDITIONS a THE CONDITIONS NOTED WITH "STAFF/Cpe" WERE
AGREED UPON BY BOTH STAFF AND THE COMMISSIONa CONDITIONS WITH ONLY
A "STAFF" ARE RECOMMENDED SOLELY BY STAFF. CONDITIONS WITH ONLY A
Providing a FIRST CHOICE community through excellence in public service
"CPC" ARE ADDITIONAL CONDITIONS RECOMMENDED BY THE PLANNING
COMMISSION.)
eONDITIONS
(STAFF/CPC)
1.
Any building or mechanical equipment shall comply with Sections
19-570 (b) and (c) and 19-595 of the Zoning Ordinance relative to
architectural treatment of building exteriors and screening of
mechanical equipment. Any buildings shall have a residential
appearance and design. The exact treatment of the facility shall be
approved by the Planning Department. (P)
(NOTE: This condition would require the screening of
mechanical equipment, located on, or associated with, any
building from adjacent properties and public rights of way. This
condition would not require screening for the tank)
(STAFF/CPC)
2a
The tank shall be grey or another neutral color, acceptable to the
Planning Department. (P)
GENERAL INFORMATION
Location:
North line of River Road at its intersection with Ivey Mill Road and better know as 11730
River Road. Tax ID 746-630-2124.
Existing Zoning:
A
Size:
7.0 acres
Existing Land Use:
School (Union Branch Elementary)
Adiacent Zoning and Land Use:
North, South, East - A; Single family residential or vacant
West -C-2; Commercial
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UTILITIES
Public Water System:
There is an existing sixteen (16) inch water line extending along the south side of River
Road, opposite the request site. While the proposed water pumping station will be an un-
manned facility, public water will be available for use during the periodic visit of Utility
Department maintenance personnel. Use of the public water system is required by County
eode.
Public Wastewater System:
The public wastewater system is not available to serve the request site. This site is within
the area designated by the Southern and Western Plan of anticipated R-88 zoning where the
use of private septic systems is permitted. Use of a private septic system is intended for this
site.
ENVIRONMENT AL
Drainage and Erosion:
The subject property drains to the north via tributaries to Reedy Branch and then via Reedy
Branch to Swift Creek. There are currently no known on- or off-site drainage or erosion
problems and none are anticipated after development.
PUBLIC FACILITIES
Fire Service:
Phillips Fire Station, Company Number 13, Winterpock Fire Station, Number 19, cllirently
provide fire protection and emergency medical service (EMS). This request will have a
minimal impact Fire and EMS.
Transportation:
This request will have a minimal impact on the transportation network.
LAND USE
Comprehensive Plan:
Lies within the boundaries of the Southern and Western Area Plan, which designates the
property for one (1) to five (5) acre lots, suited for R-88 zoning. Further, the Public
Facilities Plan, a component of the Comprehensive Plan, recommends system expansion
to include water tanks and pump stations. This facility will accommodate the residential
growth designated on the Plan.
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Area Development Trends:
Generally, the area is characterized by scattered single family residential development on
acreage parcels. However, the area is experiencing residential subdivision development on
large parcels surrounding Lake Chesdin. The Plan, and County Code address residential
development of this area with the orderly extension of public water.
Development Standards:
As noted, the subject property lies in and area designated for residential development.
Given the potential residential growth in the area, it is recommended that structures be
designed to be compatible with residential development (Condition 1). Further, the color of
the tank should be such that it blends with the background sky color so as to minimize its
visibility. (Condition 2)
CONCLUSION
The proposed land uses conform to the Plan. The use will accommodate area residential
development anticipated by the Plan. Given these considerations, approval of this request is
recommended.
CASE HISTORY
Planning Commission Meeting (5/16/06):
The applicant accepted the recommendation. There was no opposition present.
On motion of Mr. Bass, seconded by Mr. Gecker, the eommission recommended
approval subject to the conditions on page 2.
AYES: Unanimous.
The Board of Supervisors, on Wednesday, June 28, 2006, beginning at 7:00 p.m., will take under
consideration this request.
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