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Home My WebLink About026-20 (2020-2025DoubleChurchAgAndForestalDistrictRenewal) Cp RENEWAL Action: PLANNING COMMISSION: August 5, 2020 - Recommended Approval J734 BOARD OF SUPERVISORS: September 9, 2020 - APPROVED 2020-2025 RENEWAL OF THE DOUBLE CHURCH AGRICULTURAL & FORESTAL DISTRICT WHEREAS, the Code of Virginia requires localities every five years to evaluate, add, renew, or remove properties from its Agricultural & Forestal Districts, and to renew the District. Therefore, the 2020-2025 renewal of the Double Church Agricultural & Forestal District was updated and considered.The renewed District will contain 954.9+/-acres. This District is located in the Opequon Magisterial District and are identified by Property Identification Numbers 86-A-245,86-A-71,86-A- 38, 86-A-35,86-A-230,86-A-231,86-A-27,85-A-125, 85-A-130,85-A-1 31,85-A-132,85-A-139A, 85-A-139, 86-A-71B, 85-A-131A, 86-A-25, 86-A-25A, 86-A-33, 86-A-35A, 86-A-70, 86-A-72B, 86-A-230A, 86-A-230D and 86-A-42 in the Opequon Magisterial District; and WHEREAS,The Agricultural District Advisory Committee(ADAC)discussed this District renewal at their meeting on June 25, 2020, and recommended approval; and WHEREAS, the Planning Comi- ission held a public hearing and recommended approval of the renewal of the 2020-2025 Double Church Agricultural & Forestal District on August 5, 2020; and WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors held a public hearing on this renewal of the 2020-2025 Double Church Agricultural & Forestal District on September 9, 2020; and WHEREAS, the Frederick County Board of Supervisors finds the renewal of this 2020-2025 Double Church Agricultural &Forestal District contributes to the conservation and preservation of agricultural and forestal land in Frederick County; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Frederick County Board of Supervisors as follows: The Frederick County Board of Supervisors hereby adopts and renews the 2020-2025 Double Church Agricultural & Forestal District containing 954.9+/-acres in the Opequon Magisterial District, with an expiration date of September 9, 2025. The Agricultural & Forestal District is as described on the attached rnap and the attached property owners table. This ordinance shall be in effect on the day of adoption. Passed this 9th day of September 2020 by the following recorded vote: Charles S. DeHaven, Chain an Aye Judith McCann-Slaughter Aye 4 Shawn L. Graber Aye J. Douglas McCarthy Aye Gene E. Fisher Aye Robert W. Wells Aye Blaine P. Dunn Aye COPY ATTEST Kris C. ierney Frederick County ministrator PDRes. 435-20 BOS Res. #026-20 r -e COUNTY of FREDERICK Department of Planning and Development 540/665-5651 Fax: 5401665-6395 MEMORANDUM TO: Frederick County Board of Supervisors FROM: Mark R Cheran,Zoning Administrator RE: Public Hearing: 2020-2025 Agricultural and Forestal Districts Renewal and .Additions DATE: August 28, 2020 This is a public hearing for the five-year 2020-2025 update for the County's Agricultural and Forestal Districts as well as the proposed creation of two new districts. Chapter 43, Section 15.2-4300 of the Code of Virginia, 1950, as amended, requires that Agricultural and Forestal Districts be reviewed and by the local government every five years after establishment and requires review and approval of proposed new districts. Furthermore, the Code of Virginia requires the local governing body to establish an Agricultural District Advisory Committee for the purpose of reviewing proposals that establish or renew districts to ensure conformity with the provisions of Section 15.2-433. Ultimately, the Board of Supervisors approves, approves with modifications, or denies the proposal to establish or renew an Agricultural and Forestal District. In working with members of the community and the Extension Services, Staff'has circulated forms for the renewal of, additions to and deletions from, the Agricultural and Forestal Districts to the property owners. These forms are important aspects of the Agricultural and Forestal District Program; the program is voluntary, enabling property owners the right to participate should they be interested. The proposed renewals and new districts are as follows: 2015-2020Acreage2020-2025 Acreage Total Parcels District Albin 1014.00 1014.00 14 - Gainesboro Apple Pie 889.00 889.00 34 ST/GB Double Church 889.85 _954.90 24 Opequon Green Spring _ 385.63 385.63 2 Gainesboro Red Bud 1,007.34 1,147.20 60 Stonewall South Frederick 5;764.21 6,694.42 153 Buck Creek South Timber Ridge 981.08 981.08 17 Gainesboro Back Mountain - 489.91 1 Back Creek Reliance - 203.00 5 Opecluon 107 North Kent Street, Suite 202 • Winchester, Virginia 22601-5000 2020-2.025 Agricultural and Forestal Districts August 2+6, 2020 Page 2 The Agricultural District Advisory Committee (ADAC) met on June 25, 2020, and unanimously recommended the creation of the two new districts and the renewal of the seven existing districts. The Planning Commission held a public hearing on August S, 2020. There were no public comments and the Commission unanimously recommended approval of the updated seven existing districts and the creation of the two new districts. The following items are included in your agenda: 1) Update of the 2020-2025 Albin, Apple Pie Ridge, Double Church, Green Spring, Red Bud, South Frederick, South Timber Ridge Agricultural and Forestal District. 2) Creation of the Back Mountain Agricultural and Forestal District. 3) Creation of the Reliance Agricultural and Forestal District. Please contact Staff if you have questions or need additional information. 2020-2025 AGRICULTURAL & FORESTAL DISTRICT UPDATE DOUBLE CHURCH DISTRICT Staff Report for the Board of Supervisors Prepared: August 27, 2020 Staff Contact: Mark R. Cheran, Zoning Administrator 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 other interested in this matter. Reviewed Action Agricultural District Advisory Committee: 06125120 Recommended Approval Planning Commission: 08/05/20 Recommended Approval Board of Supervisors: 09/09/20 Pending PROPOSAL: To update and renew the 2020-2025 Double Church Agricultural and Forestal District. LOCATION AND SIZE: This District located in the Opequon Magisterial District and is generally located along Double Church Road (Route 641), Canterburg Road (Route 636), Grim Road (Route 640), and Wise Mill Lane (Route 737). The District currently contains 889.85+/- acres and would be increased to 954.90+/- acres with this update. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY & STAFF CONCLUSION FOR THE 09/09/20 BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETING: This is a request to the Frederick County Board of Supervisors to update and renew the Double Church Agricultural and Forestal District. Chapter 43, Section 15.2-4300 of the Code of Virginia, 1950, as amended, requires that these Districts be reviewed by the local government every five years after establishment. The Double Church Agricultural and Forestal District during the last renewal consisted of 889.85+/- acres. This proposed District renewal meets the intent of Chapter 43, Section 15.2-433 of the Code of Virizinia, 1950, as amended, and has been evaluated in conjunction with the 2035 Comprehensive Plan. This renewal provides an opportunity for the agribusiness community to conduct long range planning efforts for the management of their operations, while providing a reserve of agricultural land through the year 2025. With this renewal, the 2020-2025 Double Church Agricultural and Forestal District will consist of 24 parcels that total 954.90+/- acres and will be valid until August 12, 2025. Ultimately, the Board of Supervisors approves, approves with modifications, or denies the proposal to establish or renew an Agricultural and Forestal District. The Agricultural District Advisory Committee (ADAC) unanimously recommended approval of the 2020-2025 Double Church Agricultural and Forestal District at their meeting on June 25, 2020. The Planning Commission unanimously recommended approval of the 2020-2025 Double Church Agricultural and Forestal District at their meeting on August 5,2020. Following a public hearing, Board of Supervisors action on this application would be appropriate. Page 2 Double Church Agricultural and Forestal District Renewal August 27, 2020 REVIEW EVALUATIONS: LOCATION AND SIZE: This District located in the Opcquon Magisterial District and is generally located along Double Church Road (Route 641), Canterburg Road (Route 636), Grim Road (Route 640), and Wise Mill Lane (Route 737). The District currently contains 889.85+/- acres. With this renewal, the 2020-2025 Double Church Agricultural and Forestal District will consist of 24 parcels that total 954.90+/- acres and will be valid until August 12, 2025. AGRICULTURAL & FORESTAL SIGNIFICANCE: The agricultural operations in the District are 75 percent livestock and cultivation of hay and 25 percent open space/woodlands. The area within the District is rural in nature. LAND USE: All parcels within the District contain agricultural or residential land uses. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN: The 2035 Comprehensive Plan of Frederick County provides guidance when considering land use actions. The Plan identifies this District as an area that is outside the Urban Development Area (UDA) and the Sewer and Water Service Area (SWSA). The District will be impacted by future transportation improvements as noted within the Route 277 Land Use Plan approved by the Board of Supervisors. The parcels in this District have no land use designation, which indicates the area should remain rural. The intent of the Rural Areas is to maintain agriculture as a significant portion of the County's economy and to maintain the rural character of areas outside of the Urban Development Area, The Comprehensive Plan can accomplish this by promoting the inclusion of additional land in Agricultural and Forestal District. The Comprehensive Plan supports the additions and renewal of the Districts, for it provides an opportunity for the agribusiness community to conduct long range planning efforts for the management of their operations, while providing reserve of agricultural land through the year 2025. LAKES/PONDS/STREAMS: The District lies primarily within the Stephens Run drainage area. The District will assist with managing the quality of the County's water resources. TOPOGRAPHY: The District generally varies from a broad rolling valley to flat lands, and water is available from ponds, wells and springs. Most of the soils are suited to a wide variety of farms uses. Most of the area is in pasture, cultivated crops and hay with few woodland areas. PRIME AGRICULTURE SOIL: The prime agricultural soil located within the District is Blairton. 2020-2025 Double Church Agricultural & Forestal District FAIRpq �l1��r` Stephens City 114 Y� !r ` ,= G 0 o�� Q 4 a`Po 4 3jr h � rr � a (j�, '�fcR81fRG R GAS Existing Double Church Double Church Additions CD Parcels PIN Owner Acres PIN Owner Acres *Additions 86 A 245 BOOTH,JOHN H&VIRGINIA G 0,5095 A 139A SCOTHORN,GARY L&LINDA O 1.29 PIN Owner Acres 86 A 71 BORROR,LINDA 5.2685 A 139 SCOTHORN,GARY L&STEPHEN P 103.6086 A 230A GORE,JEFFERYM&JOSE'PHF 0.97 86 A 38 BORROR,LINDA W ETALS 20.6686 A 71B SHILEY,ROBERT L 20.84 86 A 23DD IGORE,JEFFERY M 15.27 86 A 35 fAIRVIfW-SPRINGFiILL FARMS HOG GROUP LtC 105.39 85 A 131A STELZL,BETTY R 24.74 86 A 42 GORE'S RENTALS LLC 48,$1 86 A 230 GORE,FRED B ETALS 37.93 86 A 25 STELZL,BETTY R 142.95 86 A 231 1 GORE,FRED B ET ALS 2.S086 A 25A STELZL,BETTY R 7.04 86 A 27 LESTER,JACK L 10.5096 A 33 STELZL,BETTY R 0.12 85 A 125 RITENOUR FARM LLC 12S.0086 A 35A STELZL,JOHN T&SARAH R 5.D0 85 A 130 RITENOUR FARM LLC 5S.0086 A 70' WYMER,KENNETH E 28.98 85 A 131 RITENOUR FARM LLC 178.67 86 A 728 WYMER,KENNETH E 10.21 85 A 132 RITENOUR,SANDRA R 3.67 19 Nobe; Frederick County Dept of Planning&Development 107 N Kent St.Suite 202,Winchester,VA 22641 644-666-W51 0 0.2 0.4 0.8 Miles Map Created:June 16,2020