20SN0518
CASE NUMBER: 20SN0518
APPLICANTS: Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors
CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VIRGINIA
MIDLOTHIAN DISTRICT
AND RECOMMENDATION
Board of Supervisors (BOS) Hearing:
OCTOBER 23, 2019
BOS Time Remaining:
365 DAYS
DARLENE LATHROP (804-768-7567)
Planning Department Case Manager:
DREW NOXON (804-796-7122)
4.7 Acres 13900 and 13910 Winterfield Lane
REQUEST
Amendment to zoning approval (Case 18SN0732) to amend development requirements on 4.2 acres
zoned Residential (R-7) and an adjacent 0.5-acre public right-of-way zoned Residential (R-12) in the
vicinity of Winterfield Lane and Midlothian Turnpike.
Notes:
A.Conditions may be imposed or the property owner may proffer conditions.
B.Conditions, Textual Statement, Exhibits and approved zoning conditions are located in Attachments 1 7.
SUMMARY
A public fire and emergency medical service (EMS) station is planned. With the original zoning
approval, a north/south road was proposed through the site. During the site engineering process, it
was determined that environmental and topographic issues would preclude the construction of the
north/south roadway through the site. As a result, access to the site is being adjusted to include a
direct entrance from Midlothian Turnpike across from Charter Colony Parkway.
Modifications are requested to Conditions 1, 2, 3 (item b.), 5, 9, 10 and 12 of Case 18SN0732
regarding the approved Master Plan, building location, architectural treatment, foundation
plantings, sidewalks, street trees, a rear buffer, and deletion of references to the north/south
roadway. Condition 8 requiring dedication of the north/south public road right-of-way would be
deleted in its entirety.
An exception to Ordinance requirements is requested to permit an alternative perimeter landscaping
treatment in the front parking setback adjacent to Midlothian Turnpike and side parking setbacks as
described herein.
Providing a FIRST CHOICE community through excellence in public service
RECOMMENDATIONS
APPROVAL
PLANNING
COMMISSION
APPROVAL
Amendments provide flexibility for development on constrained site
STAFF
As conditioned, minimizes impacts on area development
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Comprehensive Plan (Midlothian Area Community Plan)
Classification: VILLAGE FRINGE AREA
The designation suggests the property is appropriate mixed-use development compatible with surrounding
neighborhoods and including primarily office, multi-unit housing, community facilities, and personal services. The
Public Facilities Plan suggests a new facility should be located in the vicinity of Midlothian Turnpike and
Winterfield Road to address service demands and physical requirements of a professional station.
Surrounding Land Uses and Development
Residentially
Single-family
zoned/Vacant
residential uses
Winterfield Ln
Midlothian Tnpk
Charter Colony
Shopping Center
Charter Colony
Pkwy
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PLANNING
Staff Contact: Drew Noxon (804-796-7122) noxona@chesterfield.gov
Proposal
Relocation of the Midlothian Fire/EMS Station is planned. The Fire Department suggests the site
is needed to better meet the growing needs in the Midlothian community. The Forest View
Volunteer Rescue Squad will continue to occupy and provide emergency medical services from
the existing station located at 13420 Midlothian Turnpike.
On May 23, 2018, the Board of Supervisors approved a zoning request for the proposed fire
station (Case 18SN0732). Conditions of zoning required the dedication of right-of-way for a
north/south road through the property to serve as a continuation of Charter Colony Parkway.
With additional site engineering, plans to construct this north/south road have been
abandoned due to topographic and environmental constraints. Multiple approved conditions
include references to a north/south road. The applicant requests amendments to remove these
references. Adjustments to the site access and building location have necessitated
amendments to several approved conditions (Exhibit A). In addition, a revised conceptual
building elevation has been provided (Exhibit B). The chart on the following page contains a
summary of amendments to the previous zoning conditions.
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General Overview
Requirements Existing zoning - Case 18SN0732 Proposed amendments
Textual Statement dated 4/13/2018 Revised Textual Statement dated
as Master Plan 9/9/2019 as Master Plan
Master Plan
Condition 1 and Attachment 5 Condition 1 and Attachment 2
Located on site as generally shown on Located on site as generally shown on
concept site plan dated April 2, 2018 concept site plan dated 7/30/2019
Building Location
Condition 2 and Attachment 6 Condition 2 and Exhibit A
Generous use of windows at
Removed references to ground-
ground floor, along sides of
floor and north/south road.
Architectural
building facing the North/South
Revised building has a 1-story
Treatment
road
design
Condition 3. b. and Attachment 7
Condition 3. b. and Exhibit B
Placed along north, south and east Placed along south, east and west
Foundation
elevationselevations
Plantings
Condition 5 Condition 4
60-foot wide r.o.w. from Charter Deleted
Colony Pkwy. to northeast corner
Right-of-Way
of site
dedication
Condition 8
Reference to north/south roadway
Sidewalks along both sides of
removed
Sidewalk along north side of
Sidewalks
Midlothian Turnpike
Condition 5
Condition 9
Reference to north/south roadway
Street trees along both sides of
removed
Street trees along north side of
Street Trees
Midlothian Turnpike
Condition 6
Condition 10
25-foot buffer along northern 50-foot buffer along northern
property & allowance for property line, no allowance for
Buffers
stormwater facilities to encroach stormwater facilities to encroach
Condition 12
Condition 7
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Exception to Perimeter Landscaping (Front and Side Parking Setbacks)
Development of parking areas and drives for non-residential uses are subject to the
requirements of the Midlothian Special Design District (Fringe Area). Within parking setback
from side lot lines and Midlothian Turnpike the Ordinance requires perimeter landscaping
consisting of deciduous and evergreen trees and shrubs of various sizes and with specific spacing
arrangements. An exception to this landscaping requirement is requested to allow stormwater
facilities to be located within the landscaped area. The applicant proposes that the exact
treatment of these setback areas be determined at the time of site plan review, to provide
possible variation in planting treatment consistent with that of existing and planned development
within the Midlothian Village.
COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Staff Contact: Steve Adams (804) 748-1037 adamsSt@chesterfield.gov
The Comprehensive Plan, which includes the Thoroughfare Plan, identifies county-wide
transportation needs that are expected to mitigate traffic impacts of future growth. The
anticipated traffic impact of the proposal has been evaluated and recommendations are
detailed in the chart below:
Potential Site Plan Recommendations
Right of Way Recordation
45 feet from centerline along Midlothian Turnpike (Route 60), a major arterial on the
Thoroughfare Plan.
Vehicular Access Control
Access to Route 60 limited to 1 entrance/exit located across from the Route 60/Charter
Colony Parkway intersection.
Road Improvements
Realignment of Winterfield Lane intersection with Route 60. New alignment shall
meet VDOT standards and will require dedication of right-of-way to ensure state
maintenance.
Re-stripe eastbound Route 60 to accommodate an adequate left turn lane into the
proposed road/fire station access.
Traffic signal modification at the Route 60/Charter Colony Road intersection to
accommodate the proposed access.
Maintain/re-establish sidewalk along the entire property frontage to Route 60.
Dedication of right-of-way (or easements) to accommodate the road improvements
referenced above.
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FIRE AND EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES
Staff Contact: Anthony Batten (804-717-6167) battena@chesterfield.gov
When the property is developed, the number of hydrants, quantity of water needed for fire
protection, and access requirements will be evaluated during the plans review process.
Nearby Fire and Emergency Medical Service (EMS) Facilities
Fire Station The Midlothian Fire Station, Company Number 5
EMS Facility The Forest View Volunteer Rescue Squad
UTILITIES
Staff Contact: Jamie Bland (804-751-4439) blandj@chesterfield.gov
Existing Water and Wastewater Systems
Currently Size of Closest Existing Connection Required by County
Utility Type
Serviced Lines Code
Water No 24 Yes
Wastewater No Yes
The subject properties are located within the mandatory water and wastewater connection areas
for new non-residential structures. County water is available for connection in the Midlothian
Turnpike right-of-way. County wastewater is not immediately available for connection to the
properties and will require offsite extension to be made available. The submitted conceptual plan
indicates two alternatives, one from the west at Winterfield Rd, and one from the east at Jefferson
Green Cir. These alternatives will be evaluated at time of site plan submittal, conceptually either
are acceptable to the Utilities Department.
The Utilities Department supports this case.
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ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING
Staff Contact: Rebeccah Ward (804-748-1028) wardr@chesterfield.gov
Geography
The western and southwestern third of the subject properties generally drain southwest
towards existing Winterfield Lane, through a culvert under Winterfield Road, and into the pond
within the Midlothian Town Center development. The eastern and northeastern two-thirds of
the properties drain northeast towards private properties. The properties are located within
the Falling Creek and James River Watersheds.
Environmental Features
A Resource Protection Area Designation (RPAD) must be submitted to the Department of
Environmental Engineering Water Quality Section prior to the submittal of any site plans. In
addition, wetlands shall not be impacted without prior approval from the U.S. Army Corps of
Engineers and/or the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality.
Stormwater Management
The development of the subject properties will be subject to the Part IIB technical criteria of the
VSMP Regulations for water quality and quantity. Offsite easements may be necessary to
discharge stormwater to an adequate conveyance system.
VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Staff Contact: Jonathan Phillippe (804-674-2560) jonathan.phillippe@vdot.virginia.gov
PARKS AND RECREATION
Staff Contact: Stuart Connock (804-751-4484) ConnockS@chesterfield.gov
This request will not impact these facilities.
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CASE HISTORY
Applicant Submittals
8/1/19 Application submitted
9/9/19 Textual Statement submitted
Community Meeting
8/26/19 No citizens attended
Planning Commission
9/17/19 Citizen Comments:
No citizens spoke to this request.
Recommendation APPROVAL SUBJECT TO THE CONDITIONS IN
ATTACHMENT 1
Motion: Jones Second: Freye
AYES: Jackson, Freye, Jones, Stariha and Sloan
The Board of Supervisors on Wednesday, October 23, 2019, beginning at 6:00 p.m., will
consider this request.
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ATTACHMENT 1
CONDITIONS
Notes: The following conditions are recommended by both the Planning Commission and
Staff.
Conditions 1, 2, 3, 5, 9, 10 and 12 of Case 18SN0732 shall be amended as provided below.
Condition 8 of Case 18SN0732 shall be deleted in its entirety. All other conditions of Case
18SN0732 shall remain in force and effect.
1.Master Plan. The Textual Statement dated 9/4/2019 shall be considered the Master
Plan. (P)
2.Building Location: The fire station building shall be located as generally shown on
the Concept Site Plan by Guernsey Tingle dated July 30, 2019. (P)
3.Architectural Treatment. The fire station building shall include the following materials
and architectural features or better:
a.Neo-traditional style and detailing based on the context of the Midlothian
Village area
b.Generous use of windows along sides of the building visible from Midlothian
Turnpike and Winterfield Lane
c.Traditional cornice detailing to include fascia, soffit and frieze trim
d.Traditional window and door surrounds of masonry or cast stone
e.Brick, cast stone or other comparable masonry materials on all sides of building
f.Standing seam metal roof
g.Glass garage bay doors (P)
4.Foundation Plantings. Building elevations facing south, east, and west shall be enhanced
with foundation planting beds. Exact treatment and plantings shall be determined by
the Planning Department at the time of site plan review. (P)
5.Sidewalks. A sidewalk with a minimum width of 5 feet shall be placed along the entire
property frontage adjacent to Midlothian Turnpike (Route 60). (P)
6.Street Trees. Street trees shall be placed along the north side of Midlothian Turnpike
(Route 60) and the east side of Winterfield Lane. Spacing of street trees shall be 35 feet
on center, however, where lines of site along Midlothian Turnpike in proximity to the
vehicle bays are to be protected, the Planning Director shall allow a clear visual
obstruction area. (P)
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7.Buffer. A 50-foot buffer shall be provided along the northern property line adjacent to
727-709-2744, 727-709-1844, 727-709-1147, & 726-709-9746 (13901, 13907,
13913 & 13921 Westfield Road). This buffer may be reduced or eliminated should these
adjacent properties be developed for non-residential uses or should future rights-of-way
be dedicated on the site, as approved by the Planning Department at the time of site
plan review. Such buffer shall comply with requirements of the Ordinance for buffers of
(50) feet in width. (P)
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ATTACHMENT 2
TEXTUAL STATEMENT
(9/9/19)
The following exceptions are requested to the Ordinance requirements for development of a
fire station in residential districts:
BMP/SWM facilities may be located within the front and side parking setbacks subject to
approval by the Environmental Engineering Department and subject to the provision of
landscaping and/or decorative fencing as approved by the Planning Department.
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ATTACHMENT 3
EXHIBIT A, CONCEPTUAL SITE LAYOUT
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ATTACHMENT 4
EXHIBIT B, CONCEPTUAL BUILDING ELEVATION
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ATTACHMENT 5
APPROVED CONDITIONS AND TEXTUAL STATEMENT (CASE 18SN0732)
1.Master Plan. The Textual Statement dated 4/13/2018 shall be considered the Master
Plan. (P)
2.Building Location: The fire station building shall be located as generally shown on
the Concept Site Plan by Guernsey Tingle dated April 2, 2018. (P)
3.Architectural Treatment. The fire station building shall include the following materials
and architectural features or better:
a.Neo-traditional style and detailing based on the context of the Midlothian
Village area
b.Generous use of windows at ground floor, along sides of the building facing the
c.Traditional cornice detailing to include fascia, soffit and frieze trim
d.Traditional window and door surrounds of masonry or cast stone
e.Brick, cast stone or other comparable masonry materials on all sides of building
f.Standing seam metal roof
g.Glass garage bay doors (P)
4.Screening of Solid Waste Storage Areas, Fuel Pumps and other similar uses. Solid
waste storage areas, fuel pumps and other similar uses, regardless of their location on
the site, shall be screened from view of adjacent property and public rights-of-way
by a masonry wall which is constructed of comparable materials to, and designed to
be compatible with the fire station. (P)
5.Foundation Plantings. Building elevations facing south, east, and north shall be
enhanced with foundation planting beds. Exact treatment and plantings shall be
determined by the Planning Department at the time of site plan review. (P)
6.External Sirens and Public Address Systems. There shall be no external building
mounted sirens or public address systems. (P)
7.Signage. Any freestanding identification or directional signage shall be of a monument
design constructed of masonry complimentary to the fire station building. The exact
treatment and design of the signage shall be approved by the Planning Department. (P)
8.Right-of-Way Dedication. Prior to any site plan approval, or within sixty (60) days from
the date of a written request by the Planning Department, whichever occurs first, a sixty
(60) foot wide right-of-
the Midlothian Turnpike (Route 60)/Charter Colony Parkway intersection, through the
Property to a location generally along the northeastern corner of the subject property,
shall be dedicated, free and unrestricted, to and for the benefit of Chesterfield County.
The exact location of this right-of-way shall be approved by the Planning Department.
(P)
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9.Sidewalks. Sidewalks with a minimum width of 5 feet shall be placed along both sides of
the idlothian
Turnpike (Route 60). (P)
10.Street Trees. Street trees shall be placed along both sides
and along the north side of Midlothian Turnpike (Route 60). Spacing of street trees shall
be 35 feet on center, however, where lines of site near the vehicle bays are to be
protected, the Planning Director shall allow a clear visual obstruction area. (P)
11.Lighting. In addition to requirements of Section 19.1-205 of the Ordinance, lighting shall
meet the following standards:
a.Freestanding lights shall not exceed a height of 20 feet; and
b.Building attached lighting shall be no higher than the roofline or parapet wall. (P)
12.Buffer. Within the required 40-foot rear setback, a 25-foot buffer shall be provided along
the northern property li727-709-2744, 727-709-1844, 727-709-
1147, & 726-709-9746 (13901, 13907, 13913 & 13921 Westfield Road). This buffer may
be reduced or eliminated should these adjacent properties be developed for non-
residential uses, as approved by the Planning Department at the time of site plan review.
Such buffer shall comply with requirements of the Ordinance for buffers less than fifty
(50) feet in width, except that a BMP/SWM or any future east/west public right-of-way
may be located within the buffer subject to approval by the Planning and Environmental
Engineering Departments and with the minimum provision of a ten (10) foot wide
landscaped strip between the BMP/SWM or right-of-way and the northern property line.
(P)
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TEXTUAL STATEMENT (CASE 18SN0732)
(4/13/18)
The following exceptions are requested to the Ordinance requirements for development of a
fire station in residential districts:
Building Setbacks:
e a minimum of ten
(10) feet.
Parking Setbacks:
Parking areas shall be permitted to encroach beyond the front of the building provided
that a minimum setback of 35 feet is maintained from Midlothian Turnpike (Route 60).
The setback from the west sid
(10) feet.
The setback from the western property boundary shall be a minimum of ten (10) feet.
Perimeter Landscaping:
Landscaping treatment of setbacks shall generally consist of continuous planting
strips with a variety of tree and shrub plantings to soften the appearance of the
parking, drives, and building improvements as determined by the Planning Department
at the time of site plan review.
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ATTACHMENT 6
APPROVED CONCEPTUAL SITE LAYOUT (CASE 18SN0732)
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ATTACHMENT 7
APPROVED CONCEPTUAL BUILDING ELEVATION (CASE 18SN0732)
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