028-16 (RezoningMillerHardware)
REZONING APPLICATION #10-16
MILLER HARDWARE
Staff Report for the Board of Supervisors
Prepared: October 14, 2016
Staff Contact: Candice E. Perkins, Assistant Director
This report is prepared by the Frederick County Planning Staff to provide information to the
Planning Commission and the Board of Supervisors to assist them in making a decision on this
application. It may also be useful to others interested in this zoning matter. Unresolved issues
concerning this application are noted by staff where relevant throughout this staff report.
Reviewed Action
Planning Commission:
10/05/16 Public Hearing Held; Recommended
Approval
Board of Supervisors:
10/26/16 Pending
PROPOSAL:Rezoning #10-16 for Miller Hardware
submitted by Greenway Engineering Inc., to
rezone 0.63 acres of a 6.52 acre parcel from the RP (Residential Performance) District to the B2
(General Business) District, with proffers.
LOCATION:
The property is located on the north side of Fairfax Pike (Route 277) approximately
t of Warrior Drive (Route 1141).
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY & PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION FOR THE
10/26/16 BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETING:
The Miller Hardware application seeks to rezone 0.63 acre of a 6.52 acre parcel from RP (Residential
Performance) District to B2 (General Business) District with proffers to accommodate an accessory
outdoor storage area for the Miller Hardware business located within the Sherando Towne Center
shopping center. The 0.63 area is currently part of the Shenandoah Presbyterian Church property, but
would be adjusted into the adjacent Miller Hardware property if the rezoning is approved.
Development Area (UDA). In addition, the South Frederick Area Plan of the 2030 Comprehensive
Plan identifies this area with an urban center land use designation. Therefore, the requested B2 Zoning
District is generally consistent with the goals of the Comprehensive Plan. Due to the limited scope of
this requested rezoning, there appears to be no additional impacts that are anticipated to Frederick
The Planning Commission did not identify any
County or the surrounding property owners.
concerns with the request and recommended approval of the application at their October 14,
2016 meeting.
Following the required public hearing, a decision regarding this rezoning application by the
Board of Supervisors would be appropriate. The Applicant should be prepared to adequately
address all concerns raised by the Board of Supervisors.
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This report is prepared by the Frederick County Planning Staff to provide information to the
Planning Commission and the Board of Supervisors to assist them in making a decision on this
application. It may also be useful to others interested in this zoning matter. Unresolved issues
concerning this application are noted by staff where relevant throughout this staff report.
Reviewed Action
Planning Commission:
10/05/16 Public Hearing Held; Recommended
Approval
Board of Supervisors:
10/26/16 Pending
PROPOSAL:Rezoning #10-16 for Miller Hardware
submitted by Greenway Engineering Inc., to
rezone 0.63 acres of a 6.52 acre parcel from the RP (Residential Performance) District to the B2
(General Business) District, with proffers.
LOCATION:
The property is located on the north side of Fairfax Pike (Route 277) approximately
MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT:
Opequon
PROPERTY ID NUMBER:
86-A-111
PROPERTY ZONING:
RP (Residential Performance) District
PRESENT USE:
Shenandoah Presbyterian Church side yard area
ADJOINING PROPERTY ZONING & PRESENT USE:
North: RP (Residential Performance) District Use: Residential
RA (Rural Areas) District Sherando Park
South: RP (Residential Performance) District Use: Residential
RA (Rural Areas) District Residential
East: RP (Residential Performance) District Use: Residential
West: B2 (General Business) District Use: Commercial
RP (Residential Performance) District Use: Residential
PROPOSED USES:
Accessory outdoor storage for Miller Hardware.
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REVIEW EVALUATIONS:
Virginia Department of Transportation:
A VDOT review has been conducted for the Miller
Hardware/Shenandoah Presbyterian Church Rezoning, with a date of August 1, 2016. Based off of the
comments. The current entrances are adequate for the proposed uses.
Frederick County Public Works:
Please see the letter from Harvey E. Strawsnyder, Jr., P.E.,
Director of Public Works dated August 15, 2016.
Frederick County Fire Marshall:
Plans approved.
Winchester Regional Airport:
Proposed rezoning should have no impact on airport operations.
Frederick County Sanitation Authority:
Please see letter from Eric Lawrence, AICP, Executive
Director dated August 18, 2016.
Frederick County Attorney:
Please see letter from Roderick B. Williams, County Attorney dated
August 23, 2016.
Planning & Zoning:
1)Site History
The original Frederick County Zoning Map (U.S.G.S. Stephens City Quadrangle) identifies this
property as being zoned R-1 (Residential Limited). This parcel was reclassified to the RP
(Residential Performance) District on September 28, 1983 when this zoning district replaced the
R1, R2, R3, and R6 Zoning Districts.
2)Comprehensive Policy Plan
The 2030 Comprehensive Plan is the guide for the future growth of Frederick County.
The 2030 Comprehensive Plan is an official public document that serves as the Community's
guide for making decisions regarding development, preservation, public facilities and other key
components of community life. The primary goal of this plan is to protect and improve the
living environment within Frederick County. It is in essence a composition of policies used to
plan for the future physical development of Frederick County.
The Area Plans, Appendix I of the 2030 Comprehensive Plan, are the primary implementation
tool and will be instrumental to the future planning efforts of the County.
Land Use
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Water Service Area (SWSA) and the Urban Development Area (UDA). The Sewer and Water
Service Area define the general area in which more intensive forms of planned commercial and
industrial development will occur. In addition, the South Frederick Area Plan identifies this area
with an urban center land use designation. Therefore, the requested B2 Zoning District is
generally consistent with the goals of the Comprehensive Plan.
3)Proffer Statement, Dated August 1, 2016, revised September 8, 2016
A.Land Use Restrictions:
1.The owner has proffered that the 0.63 acres shall be restricted to the following:
Accessory outdoor storage to a permitted primary use
Accessory structures
Stormwater management facilities and appurtenances
Utilities and appurtenances
Buffer and screening elements
2.The 0.63 acre area will be accessed through the adjacent property 86-A-102E
B.Boundary Line Adjustment: Within 30 days of rezoning approval, the 0.63 acre site will
have the boundary line adjusted into 86-A-102E.
C.Monetary Contribution: The Applicant has proffered to contribute $800 for Fire and
Rescue Services.
PLANNING COMMISSION SUMMARY AND ACTION FROM THE 10/05/16 MEETING:
Staff reported this is an application to rezone a total of 0.63 acres of a 6.52 acre parcel from the RP
(Residential Performance) District to the B2 (General Business) District, with proffers . It was noted
the 0.63 acres of the property is currently part of Shenandoah Presbyterian Church and the Applicant is
Miller Hardware which is the adjacent property owner. Staff provided a location map of the property.
Staff rvice Area (SWSA) and
the Urban Development Area (UDA). Staff noted the South Frederick Area Plan of the 2030
Comprehensive Plan identifies this area with an urban center land use designation and the requested B2
Zoning District is generally consistent with the goals of the Comprehensive Plan.
Staff reported with this rezoning request, the Applicant has proffered to: restrict the use of the area to
accessory outdoor storage, accessory structures, storm water management, utilities, and buffers. Access
to the area will be from the Miller Hardware site and the subject area will be boundary line adjusted into
the Miller Hardware property within 30 days of the rezoning approval also a monetary contribution of
$800.00 has been proffered to Fire and Rescue.
Evan Wyatt with Greenway Engineering represented the Applicant. Mr. Wyatt explained the purpose of
acquisition of the property is to allow Miller Hardware to complete a building expansion on their
current property and move their outdoor storage area to this 0.63 acre area. He further stated that there
will be a common share buffer and screening easement between both properties. Mr. Wyatt stated that
the monetary contribution was based on the square footage of their proposed building addition.
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The Public Hearing was opened and no one came forward to speak therefore the Public Hearing was
closed.
A motion was made, seconded, and unanimously passed to recommend approval of REZ #10-16 for
Miller Hardware.
Absent: Thomas, Triplett, Manuel
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY & PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION FOR THE
10/26/16 BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETING:
The Miller Hardware application seeks to rezone 0.63 acre of a 6.52 acre parcel from RP (Residential
Performance) District to B2 (General Business) District with proffers to accommodate an accessory
outdoor storage area for the Miller Hardware business located within the Sherando Towne Center
shopping center. The 0.63 area is currently part of the Shenandoah Presbyterian Church property, but
would be adjusted into the adjacent Miller Hardware property if the rezoning is approved.
Development Area (UDA). In addition, the South Frederick Area Plan of the 2030 Comprehensive
Plan identifies this area with an urban center land use designation. Therefore, the requested B2 Zoning
District is generally consistent with the goals of the Comprehensive Plan. Due to the limited scope of
this requested rezoning, there appears to be no additional impacts that are anticipated to Frederick
The Planning Commission did not identify any
County or the surrounding property owners.
concerns with the request and recommended approval of the application at their October 14,
2016 meeting.
Following the required public hearing, a decision regarding this rezoning application by the
Board of Supervisors would be appropriate. The Applicant should be prepared to adequately
address all concerns raised by the Board of Supervisors.
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IMPACT ANALYSIS STATEMENT
MILLER HARDWARE REZONING
SHENANDOAH PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH PROPERTY
Opequon Magisterial District
Frederick County, Virginia
TM 86-A-111
August 1, 2016
Current Owner: Shenandoah Presbytery Corporation
Contact Person: Evan Wyatt, Director of Land Planning
Greenway Engineering, Inc.
151 Windy Hill Lane
Winchester, VA 22602
540-662-4185
Greenway Engineering August 1, 2016 Miller Hardware Rezoning
MILLER HARDWARE REZONING
IMPACT ANALYSIS STATEMENT
INTRODUCTION
This report has been prepared for the purpose of assessing the impact on Fredrick County by
the proffered rezoning of a 0.63±-acre portion of a 6.52± acre subject property currently
owned by Shenandoah Presbytery Corporation, identified as Tax Map Parcel 86-A-111. The
subject property is located on the north side of Fairfax Pike (Rt. 277)
east of Warrior Drive (Rt. 1141). Tax Map Parcel 86-A-11 is currently zoned RP, Residential
Performance District and is developed as the Shenandoah Presbyterian Church facility.
Miller Hardware (the Applicant) proposes to rezone approximately 0.63±-acres of the subject
property to the B-2, Business General District with proffers and boundary line adjust the
rezoned portion of the subject property into the Miller Hardwar parcel. Miller Hardware
plans to construct a building addition to the existing facility on their property and to relocate
the existing outdoor storage area and provide stormwater management on the 0.63±-acre area
that will be acquired from Shenandoah Presbytery Corporation.
Basic information
Location: Fronting on the north side of Fairfax Pike (Rt. 277),
approximately 9Warrior Drive (Rt. 1141).
Magisterial District: Opequon District
Property ID Numbers: 86-A-111
Current Zoning: RP, Residential Performance District
Current Use: Church Facility
Proposed Zoning: B-2, Business General District with Proffers (0.63±
acre portion only)
Proposed Use: Outdoor Storage Area, Stormwater Management and
Common Shared Buffer and Screening Area
Total Rezoning Area: 0.63±-acre portion of the 6.52±-acre Subject Property
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COMPREHENSIVE POLICY PLAN
Urban Development Area
The Urban Development Area (UDA) defines the general area in which residential,
commercial, industrial and institutional land use development is encouraged in the County.
The 6.52±-acre subject property is currently located within the UDA; therefore, expansion of
the UDA boundary to accommodate the proposed rezoning of the 0.63± acre portion from the
RP, Residential Performance District to the B-2, Business General District is not required for
this rezoning application.
Sewer and Water Service Area
The Sewer and Water Service Area (SWSA) is generally consistent with the UDA, but also
extends outside of the UDA to accommodate areas of the County in which commercial and
industrial land use development is only desired. The 6.52±-acre subject property is currently
located within the SWSA; therefore, expansion of the SWSA boundary to accommodate the
proposed rezoning of the 0.63± acre portion from the RP, Residential Performance District to
the B-2, Business General District is not required for this rezoning application.
Comprehensive Plan Conformity
The 6.52±-acre subject property, inclusive of the 0.63±-acre portion proposed to be rezoned,
is located in the UDA and the SWSA and is within the study area boundary of the Southern
Frederick Area Plan, which was adopted by the Board of Supervisors on November 12, 2014.
The Southern Frederick Area Plan is a large-area plan that identifies land uses, transportation
networks, and other matters that are recommended for consideration for future land use and
development within this geographic area of the County.
The Southern Frederick Area Plan identifies the 6.52±-acre subject property as a component
of the Sherando Center Urban Center, which is envisioned to be an intensive, walkable urban
area that is integrated with the surrounding community. The subject property is developed as
the Shenandoah Presbyterian Church, and the 0.63±-acre portion proposed to be rezoned and
adjusted into the Miller Hardware parcel will be developed to allow for the relocation of the
outdoor storage area associated with the Miller Hardware facility. The Southern Frederick
Area Plan states that the plan is a guide for the future of the community, but the property
owner is ultimately the one who controls the future use of their property. Shenandoah
Presbyterian Church and Miller Hardware desire to utilize their properties as they are
currently developed.
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SUITABILITY OF THE SITE
Access
The 6.52±-acre subject property is located on the north side of Fairfax Pike (Rt. 277),
approximately 900 feet east of Warrior Drive (Rt. 1141).Access to the subject property is
accommodated from an existing commercial entrance along Fairfax Pike. The 0.63± acre
portion of the subject property that is proposed to be rezoned to the B-2, Business General
District and adjusted into the Miller Hardware parcel will only be accessible from Tax Map
Parcel 86-A-102E (Miller Hardware), which will generally occur from Centre Drive within
the Warrior Village Commercial Center. The proposed development of the 0.63± acre portion
of the subject property will not require new entrances to be constructed for access.
Flood Plains
The 0.63±-acre portion of the subject property does not contain areas of floodplain as
demonstrated on FEMA NFIP Map #51069C0330D, Effective Date September 2, 2009; as
well as information from the Frederick County GIS Database.
Wetlands
The 0.63±-acre portion of the subject property does not contain wetland areas as
demonstrated on the National Wetlands Inventory (NWI) Map information from the
Frederick County GIS Database.
Soil Types
The 0.63±-acre portion of the subject property contains one soil type as demonstrated by the
Soil Survey of Frederick County, Virginia and the Frederick County GIS Database. The
following soil type is present on site:
3B Blairton Silt Loam, 2-7% slope
The Blairton Silt Loam is identified as a prime agricultural soil and has wetness properties
that are identified as severe for small commercial building development. The adjoining
properties are currently developed commercially; therefore, it is anticipated that the
development of outdoor storage and buffer and screening areas can be accommodated on the
0.63±-acre portion of the subject property.
Other Environmental Features
The 0.63±-acre portion of the subject property does not contain areas of steep slope, lakes or
ponds or natural stormwater retention areas as defined by the Frederick County Zoning
Ordinance. The western and southern portions of the 0.63±-acre portion of the subject
property contain mature vegetation that will be disturbed for the development of the outdoor
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storage area. The 0.63±-acre portion of the subject property will require buffer and screening
against the retained portion of the subject property and the property immediately south;
therefore, new vegetation will be provided as a component of development of the rezoned
area.
SURROUNDING PROPERTIES
Adjoining property zoning and present use:
North: RA, Rural Areas District Use: Sherando Regional Park
RP, Residential Performance District Sherando Village Townhouses
South: RP, Residential Performance District Use: Residential
RA, Rural Areas District Residential
East: RP, Residential Performance District Use: Church & Unimproved
West: B-2, Industrial Transition District Use: Warrior Village Commercial
Center
TRANSPORTATION
The rezoning of the 0.63±-acres provides the opportunity for Miller Hardware to incorporate
this acreage into their existing property for the purpose of relocating the existing outdoor
storage area and expanding the existing facility. It is anticipated that this will allow for the
expansion of the existing Miller Hardware facility by approximately 8,000 square feet of
gross floor area.
In order to assess the potential increase in traffic, Greenway Engineering analyzed traffic
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study data from the Institute of Traffic Engineers (ITE) Manual, 9 Edition specific to
Hardware/Paint Retail Store (816). The analysis identified additional traffic volumes for the
Weekday AM and PM Peak Hours, the Saturday Peak Hours, and the Sunday Peak Hours
assuming 8,000 square feet of gross floor area. The following traffic volumes are specific to
the ITE traffic study data:
ITE (816) Weekday AM Peak: Q = 4.91 VPD per 1,000 square feet gross floor area
Q = 4.91 VPD x 8.0 (8,000 sq.ft./1,000 sq.ft.)
Q = 39.28 or 40 VPD
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ITE (816) Weekday PM Peak: Q = 4.74 VPD per 1,000 square feet gross floor area
Q = 4.74 VPD x 8.0 (8,000 sq.ft./1,000 sq.ft.)
Q = 37.92 or 38 VPD
ITE (816) Saturday Peak: Q = 11.18 VPD per 1,000 square feet gross floor area
Q = 11.18 VPD x 8.0 (8,000 sq.ft./1,000 sq.ft.)
Q = 89.44 or 90 VPD
ITE (816) Sunday Peak: Q = 9.81 VPD per 1,000 square feet gross floor area
Q = 9.81 VPD x 8.0 (8,000 sq.ft./1,000 sq.ft.)
Q = 78.48 or 79 VPD
VDOT standards identify peak hour traffic as a two-hour period in which the heaviest traffic
volumes are expected to occur during weekdays and during weekends. The ITE (816)
projected traffic volumes identified above indicate that the projected gross floor area
expansion of the Miller Hardware facility has the potential to increase traffic volumes during
the weekday peak hours by approximately 40 VPD and by approximately 80-90 VPD during
the weekend peak hours. These calculations demonstrate a fairly low increase in potential
traffic volumes during these time frames (approximately 5 VPD every 15 minutes during the
weekday peak hours and approximately 10 VPD every 15 minutes during the weekend peak
hours).
Warrior Commercial Centre is an existing commercial complex that is located with frontage
along Fairfax Pike (Rt. 277) and Warrior Drive (Rt. 1141). Fairfax Pike and Warrior Drive
intersect at a signalized intersection and both road systems provided separated through, right
and left turn lanes to facilitate safe ingress and egress for the Warrior Commercial Centre.
Additionally, existing commercial land uses within the Warrior Commercial Centre are
connected through several inter-parcel connections along Centre Drive to allow for traffic
movement between land uses.
The 0.63±-acres that is proposed to accommodate the Miller Hardware outdoor storage area
will be limited in access from the Miller Hardware parcel (Tax Map 86-A-102E), which
currently exists in the rear of the facility. The rezoned area will not have access to the
remaining portion of the Shenandoah Presbytery Church property, nor will there be
additional points of access established on Fairfax Pike or Warrior Drive as a result of this
project. The potential increase in traffic projected by the ITE Manual is not significant and
can be managed by the existing transportation infrastructure; therefore, the proposed
rezoning application does not negatively impact the transportation network.
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SEWAGE CONVEYANCE AND TREATMENT
The 0.63±-acre portion of the subject propertyis located within the Sewer and Water Service
Area (SWSA); therefore, the property is entitled to be served by public sewer based on
County Policy. The Frederick County Sanitation Authority (FCSA) is the provider of public
sewer service within this area of the County and has existing sewer infrastructure that serves
existing land use immediately adjacent to the acreage proposed for rezoning. Land uses
within Warrior Commercial Centre and residential land uses drain by gravity sewer to a 15-
within the Sherando Regional Park. The pumps station transmits sewer effluent to the
Parkins Mill Treatment Facility (PMTF) through a 16-inch force main line.
The 0.63±-acre portion of the subject property proposed for rezoning will be utilized for the
relocation of the existing outdoor storage area on the Miller Hardware property, for
stormwater management, and for buffer and screening area. Therefore, the rezoning of this
property will not impact public sewer service within this area of the County. It is anticipated
that the relocation of the existing outdoor storage area will accommodate a building addition
of approximately 8,000 square feet for Miller Hardware. The Miller Hardware facility is
22,800 square feet and the proposed building addition has the potential to expand the facility
to 30,800 square feet; therefore, impacts to public sewer are based on this potential increase
in square footage.
The Frederick County Sanitation Authority (FCSA) has determined that 75 gallons/day per
1,000 square feet of commercial development is an appropriate calculation for estimating the
sewer demand for commercial land uses. Existing and proposed sewer demands for the
Miller Hardware facility are as follows:
EXISTING DEMAND: Miller Hardware is a developed commercial property that is 22,800
square feet in gross floor area; therefore, the projected existing sewer demand is as follows:
Q = 75 gallons/day/acre per 1,000 square feet commercial
Q = 75 GPD x 22.8 (22,800 sq.ft./1,000 sq.ft.)
Q = 1,710 GPD
TOTAL: Q = 1,710 GPD projected sewer demand
PROPOSED DEMAND: Miller Hardware anticipates installing a building addition that will
increase the existing structural square footage by approximately 8,000 square feet of gross
floor area. Therefore, the projected sewer demand is as follows:
Q = 75 gallons/day/acre per 1,000 square feet commercial
Q = 75 GPD x 8.0 (8,000 sq.ft./1,000 sq.ft.)
Q = 600 GPD
TOTAL: Q = 600 GPD projected sewer demand
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POTENTIAL IMPACT: The rezoning of the 0.63±-acres creates the potential to increase
sanitary sewer demands by 600 GPD through the future expansion of the Miller Hardware
facility, which is already connected to the FCSA sewer system. The existing FCSA sewer
infrastructure can accommodate this potential impact. Additionally, there is available
treatment capacity at the Parkins Mill Treatment Facility to accommodate this potential
impact. Therefore, the rezoning request will not create a negative impact for public sewer
service within this area of the County.
WATER SUPPLY
The 0.63±-acre portion of the subject propertyis located within the Sewer and Water Service
Area (SWSA); therefore, the property is entitled to be served by public water based on
County Policy. The Frederick County Sanitation Authority (FCSA) is the provider of public
water service within this area of the County and has existing water infrastructure that serves
existing land use immediately adjacent to the acreage proposed for rezoning. FCSA has a
12-inch water transmission line along the south side of Fairfax Pike that connects to a 10-
inch water line that is located immediately adjacent to the subject property. Warrior
Commercial Centre connects to the 10-inch water line to create a loop system that provides
adequate water pressure and fire protection for the commercial land uses.
The 0.63±-acre portion of the subject property proposed for rezoning will be utilized for the
relocation of the existing outdoor storage area on the Miller Hardware property, for
stormwater management, and for buffer and screening area. Therefore, the rezoning of this
property will not impact public water service within this area of the County. It is anticipated
that the relocation of the existing outdoor storage area will accommodate a building addition
of approximately 8,000 square feet for Miller Hardware. The Miller Hardware facility is
22,800 square feet and the proposed building addition has the potential to expand the facility
to 30,800 square feet; therefore, impacts to public water are based on this potential increase
in square footage.
The Frederick County Sanitation Authority (FCSA) has determined that 75 gallons/day per
1,000 square feet of commercial development is an appropriate calculation for estimating the
sewer demand for commercial land uses. Existing and proposed sewer demands for the
Miller Hardware facility are as follows:
EXISTING DEMAND: Miller Hardware is a developed commercial property that is 22,800
square feet in gross floor area; therefore, the projected existing sewer demand is as follows:
Q = 75 gallons/day/acre per 1,000 square feet commercial
Q = 75 GPD x 22.8 (22,800 sq.ft./1,000 sq.ft.)
Q = 1,710 GPD
TOTAL: Q = 1,710 GPD projected sewer demand
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PROPOSED DEMAND: Miller Hardware anticipates installing a building addition that will
increase the existing structural square footage by approximately 8,000 square feet of gross
floor area. Therefore, the projected sewer demand is as follows:
Q = 75 gallons/day/acre per 1,000 square feet commercial
Q = 75 GPD x 8.0 (8,000 sq.ft./1,000 sq.ft.)
Q = 600 GPD
TOTAL: Q = 600 GPD projected sewer demand
POTENTIAL IMPACT: The rezoning of the 0.63±-acres creates the potential to increase
water demands by 600 GPD through the future expansion of the Miller Hardware facility,
which is already connected to the FCSA public water system. The existing FCSA water
infrastructure can accommodate this potential impact. Therefore, the rezoning request will
not create a negative impact for public water service within this area of the County.
SITE DRAINAGE
The topographic conditions within proximity of the subject property facilitate drainage of
The 0.63±-acre portion of the subject property proposed for rezoning is intended to be
adjusted into the Miller Hardware parcel and utilized for the relocation of the outdoor storage
area, for buffer and screening area, and for the installation of a stormwater management
facility. The stormwater management facility is envisioned to provide for extended detention
to accommodate stormwater quantity requirements; as well as bioretention and/or nutrient
credits to meet stormwater quality measures. The stormwater management facility and
proposed stormwater quality measures will be coordinated with the Frederick County Public
Works Department as a component of the Site Development Plan process that will occur
subsequent to rezoning approval. This process will be accomplished to ensure that site
drainage and stormwater management impacts to adjoining properties and the community
have been mitigated.
SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL
The Frederick County Public Works Department is responsible for solid waste disposal as the
manager of the Regional Landfill Facility. The impact on solid waste disposal associated
with the rezoning of the 0.63± subject site and the subsequent development of the Miller
Hardware building addition that will be approximately 8,000 square feet can be projected
from an average annual residential consumption of 5.4 cubic yards per 1,000 square feet of
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structural area (Civil Engineering Reference Manual, 4 Edition). Therefore, solid waste
disposal impacts are based on the following figures that provide the increase in average
annual solid waste volume based on the proposed building addition:
AAV = 5.4 cu. yd. per 1,000 sq. ft. commercial
AAV = 5.4 cu. yd. 8.0 (1,000 sq. ft.)
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AAV = 43.2 cu. yd., or 30.24 tons/yr.
The Municipal Solid Waste area of the Regional Landfill has a current remaining capacity of
13,100,000 cubic yards of air space. The proposed building addition has the potential to
generate approximately 30 tons of solid waste annually on average. This represents a
0.015% increase in the annual solid waste received by the Municipal Solid Waste area of the
Regional Landfill, which currently averages 200,000 tons per year. Miller Hardware uses a
commercial waste hauler for solid waste disposal; therefore, the Regional Landfill receives
tipping fees to offset the cost of solid waste impacts from this facility. Additionally, Regional
Landfill has adequate capacity to accommodate the solid waste impacts associated with this
rezoning proposal.
HISTORICAL SITES AND STRUCTURES
The Frederick County Rural Landmarks Survey does not identify structures deemed to be
historically significant on the 0.63±-acre portion of the subject property proposed for
rezoning, nor does the survey identify properties within proximity of this site that are deemed
potentially significant. The Rural Landmarks Survey identifies the Sherman-Rogers-Sargent
House as the closest potentially significant historic structure, which is approximately 1.5
miles northeast of the subject property. Additionally, the National Park Service Study of
Civil War Sites in the Shenandoah Valley does not identify core battlefield areas within miles
of the subject property. Therefore, the proposed rezoning request will not create negative
impacts associated with historic resources.
OTHER POTENTIAL IMPACTS
The rezoning of the 0.63± subject site and the subsequent development of the Miller
Hardware building addition that will be approximately 8,000 square feet will expand upon an
existing economic development project that provides a net positive fiscal benefit to the
County. However, in recognition of fire and rescue services, the Proffer Statement provides
a $0.10 monetary contribution per square foot of the structural area that will be developed as
an addition to Miller Hardware following acquisition of the 0.63± subject site. There are no
other potential impacts associated with the proposed rezoning application.
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