98SN0238.PDFJuly 29, 1998 BS
REQUEST ANALYSIS
AND
RECOMMENDATION
98SN0238
Douglas Sowers
Matoaca Magisterial District
North line of Route 288
REQUEST:
Conditional Use to permit an above-ground utility structure (wastewater pump
station) in Agricultural (A) and Residential (R-7) Districts on 2.0 acres of a 26.9
acre tract.
PROPOSED LAND USE:
A wastewater pump station to serve existing and future area residential
development is planned.
PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION
RECOMMEND APPROVAL SUBJECT TO THE CONDITIONS ON PAGE 2.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Recommend approval for the following reasons:
The Central Area Plan suggest the property and surrounding area is appropriate for
residential use of 1.0 to 2.5 dwelling units per acre. The proposed wastewater
pump station is planned to serve existing and future area residential development.
With installation of the pump station, densities suggested by the Plar~ can be
achieved.
The recommended conditions will insure compatibility with future residential
development of the tract.
(NOTE: CONDITIONS MAY BE IMPOSED OR THE PROPERTY OWNER MAY PROFFER
CONDITIONS. THE CONDITIONS NOTED WITH "STAFF/CPC" WERE AGREED UPON
BY BOTH STAFF AND THE COMMISSION. CONDITIONS WITH ONLY A "STAFF" ARE
RECOMMENDED SOLELY BY STAFF. CONDITIONS WITH ONLY A "CPC" ARE
ADDITIONAL CONDITIONS RECOMMENDED BY THE PLANNING COMMISSION.)
(STAFF/CPC)
(STAFF/CPC) 2.
All mechanical equipment shall be enclosed by a masonry structure
having a residential appearance and design. Further, the perimeter
of the building shall be landscaped to create a residential
appearance. The exact treatment of the facility and landscaping
shall be approved by the Planning Department. (P)
All driveways and parking areas shall be graveled or paved and
maintained to minimize dust or tracking problems and to provide
ease of ingress and egress. (P)
GENERAL INFORMATION
North line of Route 288, east of Qualla Road. Tax ID 748-675-8833 (Sheet 21).
Existing Zoning:
A and R-7
Siz, :
2.0 acres of a 26.9 acre tract
Existing Land Use:
Vacant
Adjacent Zoning & Land U~.e:
North - R-7; Vacant
South - A; Public/semi-public (church), Route 288 right of way or vacant
East - A; Single family residential or vacant
West - A; Single family residential or vacant
UTILITIES
Public Water and Wastewater Systems:
The proposed wastewater pump station will serve the proposed Qualla Farms Subdivision
and limited adjacent development. Use of the public water and wastewater systems is
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recommended to meet domestic
completion and acceptance by the County,
wastewater pump station on a full-time basis.
Drainage and Erosion
and maintenance
the Utilities
ENVIRONMENTAL
needs at the pump stati6n. Upon
Department will operate the
The site drains through tributaries underneath Powhite Parkway, then via other tributaries
to Swift Creek.
PUBLIC FACILIT~S
Fire Service and Transportation:
The proposed wastewater pump station and associated equipment will have a minimal
impact on these facilities.
LAND USE
Comprehensive Plan:
The site lies within the boundaries of the Central Area Plan which suggests the property
is appropriate for a residential use of 1.0 to 2.5 dwelling units per acre.
Area Development Trends:
The adjacent property to the north is zoned Residential 0~-7) and consists of undeveloped
lots in Qualla Farms, Section D. The remaining adjacent property, is zoned Agricultural
(A) and is developed with single family residences on acreage parcels, a church or remains
vacant. It is anticipated that single family residential land uses will continue to develop
in the area.
Site Design:
The request site is located south of Qualla Farms, Section D and is proposed initially to
be accessed by way of stub roads from this section of Quatla Farms. Upon development
of the surrounding R-7 property, access will be provided through that subdivision. Any
driveways and parking areas should be graveled or paved and maintained to minimize dust
or tracking problems and to provide ease of ingress and egress. (Condition 2)
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Architectural Treatment:
Any wastewater pump station constructed on the property should have a residential
appearance so as to be compatible with future residential development (Condition 1).
Specifically, the structure should employ materials such as brick; have a roofline similar
to residential structures; and employ elements having the appearance of residential
windows and doors.
Landscaping should be installed around the perimeter of the site so as to enhance the
residential appearance. (Condition 1)
CONCLUSIONS
The Central Area Plan suggests the property and surrounding area is appropriate for residential
use of 1.0 to 2.5 dwelling units per acre. The proposed wastewater pump station is planned to
serve existing and future area residential development. With installation of the pump station,
densities suggested by the Plan can be achieved. The recommended conditions will minimize the
impact of the use on existing and anticipated residential development.
Given these considerations, approval of this request is recommended.
CASE HISTORY
Planning Commission Meeting (6/16/98):
The applicant accepted the recommendation. There was no opposition present.
On motion of Mr. Marsh, seconded by Mr. Cunningham, the Commission recommended
approval of this request subject to the conditions on page 2.
AYES: Unanimous.
Further, the Commission found the facility to be in substantial accord with the
Comprehensive Plan.
The Board of Supervisors, on Wednesday, July 29, 1998, beginning at 7:00 p.m., will take under
consideration this request.
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98SN0238
In Matoaca Magisterial District, DOUGLAS SOWERS requested
Conditional Use and amendment of zoning district map to
permit two (2) acres of above-ground utility structure
(wastewater pump station) use within a 26.9 acre tract zoned
Agricultural (A) and Residential (R-7) . The density of such
amendment will be controlled by zoning conditions or
Ordinance standards. The Comprehensive Plan suggests the
property is appropriate for residential use of 1.51 to 4.0
units per acre. This request lies on 26.9 acres fronting
approximately 1,430 feet on the north line of Route 288,
approximately 940 feet east of Qualla Road. Tax ID 748-675-
8833
Mr. Poole presented a summary of Case 98SN0238 and stated
that staff and the Planning Commission recommend approval,
subject to conditions. He noted that the Central Area Plan
suggests the property and surrounding area is appropriate
for residential use of 1.0 to 2.5 dwelling units per acre.
Skitch Rudy, Esquire, representing the applicant, stated
that the recommendation is acceptable.
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There was brief discussion relative to why zoning is
necessary to construct a wastewater pump station.
On motion of Mrs. Humphrey, seconded by Mr. McHale, the
Board approved Case 98SN0238, subject to the following
conditions:
Ail mechanical equipment shall be enclosed by a
masonry structure having a residential appearance and
design. Further, the perimeter of the building shall
be landscaped to create a residential appearance. The
exact treatment of the facility and landscaping shall
be approved by the Planning Department. (P)
Ail driveways and parking areas shall be graveled or
paved and maintained to minimize dust or tracking
problems and to provide ease of ingress and egress.
(P)
Ayes: Humphrey, Warren, Barber, Daniel, and McHale.
Nays: None.
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