HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC 02-18-15 Meeting Agenda AGENDA
FREDERICK COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION
The Board Room
Frederick County Administration Building
Winchester, Virginia
February 18, 2015
7:00 P.M. CALL TO ORDER TAB
1) Adoption of Agenda: Pursuant to established procedures, the Planning Commission
should adopt the Agenda for the meeting ................................................................ (no tab)
2) December 17, 2014 Minutes and January 7, 2015 Minutes ............................................. (A)
3) Committee Reports .................................................................................................. (no tab)
4) Citizen Comments ................................................................................................... (no tab)
PUBLIC HEARING
5) 2015 – 2016 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP). The CIP is a prioritized list of capital
projects requested by various County Departments and Agencies. The Plan is created as
an informational component of the 2030 comprehensive Plan
Mr. Ruddy ....................................................................................................................... (B)
6) 2030 Comprehensive Plan Amendment, CPPA#01-14, Blain Properties Sewer and
Water Service Area (SWSA) Inclusion. A change to the SWSA boundary to affect the
following parcels, totaling approximately 140 acres, 33-A-78A, 33-A-113, 33-A-114C,
33-A-123A, 33-A-124, 33-A-77B, and 33-A-72. These properties are currently
designated in the 2030 Comprehensive Plan for future commercial and industrial land
uses. The properties are generally located south of Cedar Hill Road, (Route 671), north
of Hopewell Road, (Route 672), and west of Interstate 81, and are located in the
Stonewall Magisterial District.
Mr. Ruddy ........................................................................................................................ (C)
ACTION ITEM
7) Rezoning #05-14 CB Ventures, LLC., submitted by CB Ventures, LLC., to rezone 2.42
acres of property from B1 (Neighborhood Business) District to B2 (General Business)
District with proffers. The property is located at 1033 Aylor Road in Stephens City and
is identified by Property Identification Numbers 74-((A))-104 and 74-((A))-105 in the
Opequon Magisterial District. .
Mr. Ruddy ........................................................................................................................ (D)
INFORMATION/DISCUSSION ITEMS
8) Farm Breweries. Discussion on revisions to the Zoning Ordinance to include farm
breweries with farm wineries, consistent with the State Code.
Mrs. Perkins ..................................................................................................................... (E)
9) R4 District Permitted Uses. Discussion on revisions to the Zoning Ordinance to include
the OM District in the permitted uses in the R4 District.
Mrs. Perkins ..................................................................................................................... (F)
10) Permeable Pavers. Discussion on revisions to the Zoning Ordinance to include the use
of permeable pavers for parking lots.
Mrs. Perkins ...................................................................................................................... (G)
Other
Adjourn
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Commonly Used Planning Agenda Terms
Meeting format
Citizen Comments – The portion of the meeting agenda offering an opportunity for the public to provide
comment to the Planning Commission on any items not scheduled as public hearing items.
Public Hearing– A specific type of agenda item, required by State law, which incorporates public comment as a
part of that item prior to Planning Commission or Board of Supervisors action. Public hearings are held for
items such as: Comprehensive Plan policies and amendments; Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance
amendments; and Rezoning and Conditional Use Permit applications. Following the Public Hearing, the
Planning Commission will take action on the item (see below).
Action Item–There are both public hearing and non‐public hearing items on which the Planning Commission
takes action. Depending on the actual item, the Planning Commission may approve, deny, table, or forward a
recommendation to the Board of Supervisors regarding the agenda item. No public comment is accepted
during the Action Item portion of the agenda.
Information/Discussion Item– The portion of the meeting agenda where items are presented to the Planning
Commission for information and discussion. The Planning Commission may offer comments and suggestions,
but does not take action on the agenda item. No public comment is accepted during the
Information/Discussion Item portion of the agenda.
Planning Terminology
Urban Development Area or UDA – The UDA is the county’s urban growth boundary identified in the
Comprehensive Plan in which more intensive forms of residential development will occur. The UDA is an area
of the county where community facilities and public services are more readily available and are provided more
economically.
Sewer and Water Service Area or SWSA – The SWSA is the boundary identified in the Comprehensive Plan in
which public water and sewer is or can be provided. The SWSA is consistent with the UDA in many locations;
however the SWSA may extend beyond the UDA to promote commercial, industrial, and institutional land uses
in area where residential land uses are not desirable.
Land Use – Land Use is the nomenclature which refers to the type of activity which may occur on an area of
land. Common land use categories include: agricultural, residential, commercial, and industrial.
Zoning District ‐ Zoning district refers to a specific geographic area that is subject to land use standards.
Frederick County designates these areas, and establishes policies and ordinances over types of land uses,
density, and lot requirements in each zone. Zoning is the main planning tool of local government to manage
the future development of a community, protect neighborhoods, concentrate retail business and industry, and
channel traffic.
Rezoning – Rezoning is the process by which a property owner seeks to implement or modify the permitted
land use activities on their land. A rezoning changes the permitted land use activities within the categories
listed above under Land Use.
Conditional Use Permit or CUP ‐ A CUP allows special land uses which may be desirable, but are not always
appropriate based on a location and surrounding land uses. The CUP requested use, which is not allowed as a
matter of right within a zoning district, is considered through a public hearing process and usually contains
conditions to minimize any impacts on surrounding properties.
Ordinance Amendment – The process by which the County Code is revised. Often the revisions are the result
of a citizen request with substantial justification supporting the change. Amendments ultimately proceed
through a public hearing prior to the PC forwarding a recommendation to the Board of Supervisors.
County Bodies Involved
Board of Supervisors or BOS ‐ Frederick County is governed by an elected Board of Supervisors composed of
seven members, one from each magisterial district, and one chairman‐at‐large. The Board of Supervisors is the
policy‐making body of the county. Functions of the Board of Supervisors related to planning include making
land use decisions, and establishing growth and development policies.
Planning Commission or PC ‐ The PC is composed of 13 members, two from each magisterial districts and one
at‐large, appointed by the Board of Supervisors. The Planning Commission serves in an advisory capacity to the
Board of Supervisors which then takes final action on all planning, zoning, and land use matters.
Comprehensive Plans and Programs Committee or CPPC – The CPPC is a major committee of the PC whose
primary responsibility is to formulate land use policies that shape the location and timing of development
throughout the County. Included in the work are studies of specific areas to develop guidelines for future land
use within those areas. The CPPC also considers requests for amendments to the Comprehensive Plan.
Decisions by CPPC are then forwarded to the PC for consideration.
Development Review and Regulations Committee or DRRC – The DRRC is the second major committee of the
PC whose primary responsibilities involve the implementation of the Comprehensive Plan in the form of
Zoning and Subdivision ordinance requirements. Requests to amend the ordinances to the DRRC are made by
the Board of Supervisors, Planning Commission, local citizens, businesses, or organizations. DRRC decisions
are also forwarded to the PC for consideration.
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MEETING MINUTES
OF THE
FREDERICK COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION
Held in the Board Room of the Frederick County Administration Building at 107 North Kent Street in
Winchester, Virginia on December 17, 2014.
PRESENT: June M. Wilmot, Chairman/Member at Large; Roger L. Thomas, Vice
Chairman/Opequon District; Robert S. Molden, Opequon District; Gary R. Oates, Stonewall District; J.
Stanley Crockett, Stonewall District; Lawrence R. Ambrogi, Shawnee District; H. Paige Manuel,
Shawnee District; J. Rhodes Marston, Back Creek District; Greg L. Unger, Back Creek District; Charles
E. Triplett, Gainesboro District; Kevin Kenney, Gainesboro District; Christopher M. Mohn, Red Bud
District; Charles F. Dunlap, Red Bud District: Roderick B. Williams, County Attorney; Robert Hess,
Board of Supervisors Liaison; Stephen Slaughter Jr., City of Winchester Liaison.
ABSENT: None
STAFF PRESENT: Eric R. Lawrence, Planning Director; Michael T. Ruddy, Deputy Director;
Candice E. Perkins, Senior Planner; and Shannon L. Conner, Administrative Assistant.
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CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Wilmot called the December 17, 2014 meeting of the Frederick County
Planning Commission to order at 7:00 p.m. Chairman Wilmot commenced the meeting by inviting
everyone to join in a moment of silence.
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ADOPTION OF AGENDA
Upon motion made by Commissioner Oates and seconded by Commissioner Molden, the
Planning Commission unanimously adopted the agenda for this evening’s meeting.
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COMMITTEE REPORTS
Comprehensive Plans & Programs Committee (CPPC) 12/8/14 Mtg.
Commissioner Oates reported the CPPC discussed the 2015-2016 Capital Improvement
Plan (CIP) and forwarded it to the Planning Commission and Board of Supervisors for their review.
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Frederick County Sanitation Authority (FCSA) – 12/16/14 Mtg.
Commissioner Unger reported total customer base for water is 14,195 and the total for
sanitary is 13,710. The rainfall for November 2014 was 2.0 inches which is a little low however he noted
the average for the year is still good. Water usage at the Diehl Plant was 2.37 mgd; water usage at the
Anderson Plant was 1.68 mgd; .75 mgd was purchased from the City. The daily average use is
approximately 4.8 mgd which is lower than last month and attributed to the weather. The elevation at the
Anderson Plant and the Diehl Plant remained the same. The flows at the Papermill Plant are good; the
Opequon Plant is doing well at 2.1 mgd. Commissioner Unger noted they had 2% water loss which is a
significant improvement of the previous month of 10%, due to more leaks being fixed. FCSA is going to
be digging a test well at Roundhill and Lake Frederick to try to get more water supplies for the County.
He also noted they are working on the communication with Stephens City residents who have basement
issues and keeping them in the loop as to what is going on.
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City of Winchester Planning Commission – 12/16/14 Mtg.
Commissioner Slaughter reported the last meeting involved a Conditional Use Permit
(CUP) for a telecommunication tower modification. They also had two rezoning applications that were
tabled: one on Millwood Avenue and the second being on the Merrimans Lane extension. He also noted
an ordinance that was passed on to council allowing mobile food trucks in the city.
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Board of Supervisors Report –12/10/14 Mtg.
Board of Supervisors’ Liaison, Supervisor Robert Hess, reported the Board of
Supervisors has met twice since the last Planning Commission meeting and have covered several topics.
At the November 12 meeting there were five Planning Commission items considered: the Board
approved the Rezoning #04-14 for Baker/Lepley property; an ordinance amendment to the Zoning
District Buffer Waiver Option was approved; an ordinance amendment to the Screening Requirements for
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Outdoor Storage Areas with the elimination of screening requirements for adjacent outdoor storage areas
was approved by the Board; approved the Southern Frederick Area Plan amendment to the 2030
Comprehensive Plan; approved an ordinance amendment regarding a waiver to the buffer and screening
requirements if the adjoining land is designated for a similar zoning district in the adopted
Comprehensive Plan; approved a resolution of support for the 2015-2016 VDOT revenue sharing
program.
Regarding the meeting December 10, Supervisor Hess reported the following items: the
Conditional Use Permit (CUP) #03-14 Caroline Watson for a daycare business was approved with a
minor adjustment to the operating hours after consulting with the applicant; Rezoning #02-14 for Heritage
Commons, the applicant requested action on the rezoning be postponed until the first Board of
Supervisors meeting in January 2015 so additional changes may be made in the application in response to
concerns expressed by the County. The Board of Supervisors agreed to the postponement.
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Citizen Comments
Chairman Wilmot called for citizen comments on any subject not currently on the
Planning Commission’s agenda or any item that is solely a discussion item for the Commission. No one
came forward to speak and Chairman Wilmot closed the citizen comments portion of the meeting.
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ACTION ITEM:
Zoning District Buffer Waiver Request for Clearbrook Business Center, submitted by GreyWolfe,
Inc., to request a waiver of the required Category C Zoning District Buffer between Parcel 33-A-
123 and the adjacent Vahidi property which is identified by parcel 33-A-125. The Clearbrook
Business Center property is zoned B3 (Industrial Transition) District and the adjacent Vahidi
property is zoned RA (Rural Areas) District and also contains a residential structure. The 2030
Comprehensive Plan depicts the Vahidi property with future commercial business use. Therefore,
if the Vahidi property was rezoned, consistent with the 2030 Comprehensive Plan, a buffer would
not be required between the two properties. The Clearbrook Business Center property is located at
3625 Martinsburg Pike, Clearbrook and is within the Stonewall Magisterial District.
Action – Recommended Approval
Commissioner Oates said he would abstain from all discussion on this item due to a
possible conflict of interest.
Senior Planner, Candice E. Perkins, reported this is a request to waive the Category C
buffer between the Clearbook Business Center (parcel 33-A-123) and the adjacent Vahidi property (parcel
33-A-125) which has a residential land use. The Master Development Plan (MDP) for this property was
reviewed by the Planning Commission on June 18, 2014 and the Board of Supervisors on July 9, 2014.
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Ms. Perkins noted the MDP was administratively approved on August 25, 2014. Ms. Perkins explained
the Clearbrook Business Center property is zoned B3 (Industrial Transition) District and the adjacent
Vahidi property is zoned RA (Rural Areas) District. Due to the Vahidi property containing a residential
structure, a Category C buffer (100 foot distance with full screen landscaping) is required on the
Clearbrook Business Center property. Ms. Perkins noted the 2030 Comprehensive Plan reflects the Vahidi
property with future commercial business use and therefore, if the Vahidi property was rezoned,
consistent with the 2030 Comprehensive Plan, a buffer would not be required between the two properties.
Ms. Perkins reported recently there was a Zoning Ordinance Amendment approved by
the Board of Supervisors that allows the Board to consider waivers or modifications to required zoning
district buffers in the commercial districts. She noted that two things have to occur; both properties
must have the same Comprehensive Plan designation; the adjoining property owner of the RA zoned
property must provide written notarized consent to the waiver. Ms. Perkins concluded, this waiver
request meets the criteria set forth in the Zoning Ordinance and Staff is seeking a recommendation from
the Planning Commission to the Board of Supervisors on this requested waiver.
Commissioner Wilmot asked for comments or questions for Ms. Perkins. There were no
questions. Commissioner Crockett commented he believes this is an appropriate use and the waiver
meets the criteria set forth is the Zoning Ordinance.
A motion was made by Commissioner Crockett to recommend approval of the Zoning
District Buffer Waiver Request for Clearbrook Business Center. This motion was seconded by
Commissioner Ambrogi and unanimously passed.
BE IT RESOLVED, the Frederick County Planning Commission does herby unanimously recommend
approval of Zoning District Buffer Waiver Request for Clearbrook Business Center, submitted by
GreyWolfe, Inc., to request a waiver of the required Category C Zoning District Buffer between Parcel
33-A-123 and the adjacent Vahidi property which is identified by parcel 33-A-125. The Clearbrook
Business Center property is zoned B3 (Industrial Transition) District and the adjacent Vahidi property is
zoned RA (Rural Areas) District and also contains a residential structure. The 2030 Comprehensive Plan
depicts the Vahidi property with future commercial business use. Therefore, if the Vahidi property was
rezoned, consistent with the 2030 Comprehensive Plan, a buffer would not be required between the two
properties.
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INFORMATIONAL ITEM:
CPPA #01-14, Blain Properties Sewer and Water Service Area (SWSA) Inclusion; Parcels 33-A-113
and 33-A-124. A change to the SWSA boundary to include approximately 433 additional acres in
the vicinity of the Blain properties to the SWSA. The additional properties include parcels; 33-A-
78A, 33-A-114B, 33-A-77B, 33-A-114C, 33-A-123A, and 33-A-123B. This property is currently
designated with a commercial and industrial land use. The properties are generally south of Cedar
Hill Road, Route 671, north of Hopewell Road, Route 672, and west of Interstate 81, and are
located in the Stonewall Magisterial District.
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No Action Required
Commissioner Oates said he would abstain from all discussion on this item due to a
possible conflict of interest.
Deputy Planning Director, Michael T. Ruddy, presented an overview of the proposed
amendment to the 2030 Comprehensive Plan. He noted the Board of Supervisors held a joint work
session with the Planning Commission to discuss this Comprehensive Policy Plan Amendment
application. Following the discussion, the Board directed the Blain request through the public planning
and review process with additional study.
Mr. Ruddy reported, the Comprehensive Plans and Programs Committee reviewed this
request on June 9, 2014 and felt this application was in need of further study and recommended that the
proposed SWSA boundary take into consideration all properties in this location that have a commercial or
industrial future land use designation. He also noted the Comprehensive Plans and Programs Committee
endorsed this request at the November 10, 2014 meeting. The CPPC recommended that the road
alignment and land use areas be modified slightly to ensure the road was in a logical location consistent
with the property line and existing road and that the areas of land use were completely within the SWSA,
and utilizing the future road as a logical boundary between the industrial and commercial future land uses.
The CPPC also recommended the inclusion of language to this effect in the amended land use plan. Mr.
Ruddy noted the suggested language is as follows; the area of land use northwest of Exit 321, Interstate
81, Hopewell Road, and south of Cedar Hill Road is commercial and industrial in character; the north-
south major collector road that has been identified and is necessary to support this area of land use serves
as a boundary between the commercial and industrial land uses; flexibility should be offered in the final
balance and location of land uses; future applications for rezoning in this area shall adequately address
any potential impacts to public facilities, in particular transportation, and shall implement any necessary
transportation improvements.
Commissioner Unger inquired as to how the property is zoned currently. Mr. Ruddy
responded the property is zoned RA (Rural Area) as well as all properties to the west of Interstate 81 in
that section are RA as well. Commissioner Unger also asked if it is possible for the property to be zoned
residential. Mr. Ruddy explained this will not be zoned residential. He stated this is a big distinction to
reinforce, the Sewer and Water Service Area (SWSA) allows public water and sewer to be extended for
commercial, industrial, and institutional uses. The UDA (Urban Development Area) boundary which
stops a little further south provides the ability for residential land uses to exist in addition to commercial,
industrial, and institutional.
Eric R. Lawrence, Planning Director requested clarification on number of acres being
expanded into the SWSA. Mr. Ruddy stated it is a 433 acre expansion.
Commissioner Wilmot noted the attraction to her was this being the first time the
Planning Commission has seen the capabilities of the Sanitation Authority in a specific area for service
purposes.
Commissioner Thomas noted this is consistent to the Comprehensive Plan and more
importantly, including this in the SWSA sends a message to the sewer and water provider that plans need
to be put in place to upgrade or expand service in this area.
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Commissioner Kenny asked for clarification on the number of acres being included in the
SWSA. Mr. Ruddy explained, the 97 acres was the initially identified two parcels 33-A-113 and 33-A-
124, and the 433 acres was calculated as being inclusive of that with the boundary change. Commissioner
Mohn commented an important point is that the SWSA already existed in proximity but if it were
extended just to bring those parcels in, it would have been very fragmented and this provides much
cleaner edges and makes sense.
No other questions or issues were raised by the Planning Commission and no action was
needed.
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ANNUAL REVIEW OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION BYLAWS AND RULES AND
REGULATIONS
Planning Director, Eric R. Lawrence, reported this is the time of year when the Planning
Commission reviews its two guiding documents, the Bylaws and the Roles and Responsibilities, and if
any modifications are needed, this is the time to accomplish those. Mr. Lawrence said based on the
feedback staff has received so far, a few minor changes have been proposed to the Planning Commission
Bylaws. Mr. Lawrence briefly reviewed the proposed changes with the Commission, as follows:
Page 4 of the Planning Commission Bylaws: Article V – Committees, Section 5-4, changed to read
“Commission members, employees of the County, and citizen volunteers may be members of the
committee”.
Page 7 of the Planning Commission Bylaws: Article VIII – Operating Rules, Section 8-3-8-3, added to
first sentence “under the purview of the Commission”.
Page 7 of the Planning Commission Bylaws: Article VIII – Operating Rules, Section 8-3-8-4, changed
“start at the date of the first completed public hearing” to read “start after the first Commission meeting
following the referral of the amendment to the Commission”.
Page 10 of the Planning Commission Bylaws: Article IX – Operating Rules, Section 9-2, added “The” at
beginning of sentence and removed “in November of”.
Mr. Lawrence discussed the revised proffers on Page 8 of the Planning Commission
Bylaws, Article VIII – Operating Rules, Section 8-3-9-1 (D) which reads; revised proffers have been
received from the applicant less than twenty-one (21) days of the advertised Planning Commission
meeting (may be tabled by the Planning Commission). He noted there have been comments this is
somewhat stringent, therefore the idea is to revisit the number of days. Mr. Lawrence provided a little
background regarding the 21 days which was adopted a number of years ago because it linked how the
agendas were produced, the application deadline, and the state law for advertisements. Staff is
recommending the agendas be sent out 5 days prior to the Planning Commission meeting and suggests we
do a trial run through the end of February 2015.
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Commissioner Dunlap asked a question in regards to the proposed new timeframe; if
revised proffers are received will this be enough time for legal review. Mr. Lawrence noted the trial run
will assist in determining if this will be will be efficient from a business perspective.
Commissioner Oates noted he is not comfortable with the proposed 5 day change. He
commented if an application is received on a Friday this does not allow enough time for adequate
review. He suggested going to 14 days from the current 21 days for a revised application.
Commissioner Thomas agreed with Commissioner Oates and the compromise of 14 days
seems feasible. He noted this would be acceptable should the pace pick up and more frequent revisions
start being submitted to the department.
Mr. Lawrence suggested the Planning Commission Bylaws not be revised pertaining to the
21 day trigger at this time and we will adjust the agenda preparation to make sure there is enough
time for review and staff is allotted enough time for preparation.
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ADJOURNMENT
No further business remained to be discussed and a motion was made by Commissioner Oates to adjourn
the meeting. This motion was seconded by Commissioner Thomas and unanimously passed. The
meeting adjourned at 7:45 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
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June Wilmot, Chairman
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Eric R. Lawrence, Secretary
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MEETING MINUTES
OF THE
FREDERICK COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION
Held in the Board Room of the Frederick County Administration Building at 107 North Kent Street in
Winchester, Virginia on January 7, 2015.
PRESENT: June M. Wilmot, Chairman/Member at Large; Roger L. Thomas, Vice
Chairman/Opequon District; Robert S. Molden, Opequon District; Gary R. Oates, Stonewall District; J.
Stanley Crockett, Stonewall District; Lawrence R. Ambrogi, Shawnee District; H. Paige Manuel,
Shawnee District; Greg L. Unger, Back Creek District; Charles E. Triplett, Gainesboro District; Kevin
Kenney, Gainesboro District; Christopher M. Mohn, Red Bud District; Charles F. Dunlap, Red Bud
District: Roderick B. Williams, County Attorney; Robert Hess, Board of Supervisors Liaison.
ABSENT: J. Rhodes Marston, Back Creek District
STAFF PRESENT: Eric R. Lawrence, Planning Director; Michael T. Ruddy, Deputy Director; and
Shannon Conner, Administrative Assistant.
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CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Wilmot called the January 7, 2015 meeting of the Frederick County Planning
Commission to order at 7:00 p.m. Chairman Wilmot commenced the meeting by inviting everyone to
join in a moment of silence.
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ADOPTION OF AGENDA
Upon motion made by Commissioner Oates and seconded by Commissioner Thomas, the
Planning Commission unanimously adopted the agenda for this evening’s meeting.
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MINUTES
Upon motion made by Commissioner Thomas and seconded by Commissioner Molden,
the Planning Commission unanimously adopted the minutes of their November 5, 2014 meeting.
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COMMITTEE REPORTS
There were no committee reports presented at this evening’s meeting.
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Citizen Comments
Chairman Wilmot called for citizen comments on any subject not currently on the
Planning Commission’s agenda or any item that is solely a discussion item for the Commission. No one
came forward to speak and Chairman Wilmot closed the citizen comments portion of the meeting.
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ELECTION OF OFFICERS, MEETING SCHEDULE, AND ADOPTION OF BYLAWS AND
RULES & RESPONSIBILITIES FOR 2015
The Secretary to the Planning Commission, Mr. Eric R. Lawrence, presided over the
election of the Chairman and Vice Chairman for 2015.
Election of June M. Wilmot, Chairman for 2015
Secretary Lawrence declared nominations open for Chairman for the 2015 calendar year.
The nomination of Ms. June M. Wilmot for Chairman was made by Commissioner Oates
and seconded by Commissioner Triplett.
A motion was made by Commissioner Triplett, seconded by Commissioner Crockett, and
unanimously passed to close nominations for Chairman.
BE IT RESOLVED, that by a unanimous vote, the Frederick County Planning Commission does hereby
elect Ms. June M. Wilmot as Chairman of the Planning Commission for the calendar year 2015.
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Election of Roger L. Thomas, Vice Chairman for 2015
Secretary Lawrence declared nominations open for Vice Chairman for the 2015 calendar
year.
The nomination of Mr. Roger L. Thomas was made by Commissioner Oates and
seconded by Commissioner Molden.
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Motion was made by Commissioner Oates, seconded by Commissioner Triplett, and
unanimously passed to close the nominations for Vice Chairman.
BE IT RESOLVED, that by a unanimous vote, the Frederick County Planning Commission does hereby
elect Mr. Roger L. Thomas as Vice Chairman of the Planning Commission for the calendar year 2015.
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Election of Eric R. Lawrence, Secretary for 2015
Chairman Wilmot declared nominations open for Secretary of the Planning Commission.
The nomination of Mr. Eric R. Lawrence was made by Commissioner Oates and
seconded by Commissioner Triplett.
Motion was made by Commissioner Thomas, seconded by Commissioner Triplett, and
unanimously passed to close the nominations for Secretary.
BE IT RESOLVED, that by a unanimous vote, the Frederick County Planning Commission does hereby
elect Mr. Eric R. Lawrence as Secretary of the Planning Commission for the calendar year 2015.
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MEETING SCHEDULE FOR 2015
Planning Commission and Committees
Upon motion made by Commissioner Oates and seconded by Commissioner Manuel,
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Frederick County Planning Commission voted unanimously to have their
regular monthly meetings on the first and third Wednesdays of each month at 7:00 p.m. to be held in the
Board of Supervisors’ meeting room in the Frederick County Administration Building. In addition, if
inclement weather prohibits the Wednesday evening meeting, the Commission shall move the meeting to
Thursday evening, which is the day after the regularly-scheduled Wednesday meeting.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Frederick County Planning Commission has voted unanimously
for their Comprehensive Plans and Programs Committee to meet the second Monday of each month at
7:00 p.m. in the first floor conference room; and for the Development Review and Regulations
Committee to meet on the fourth Thursday of each month at 7:00 p.m. in the first floor conference room.
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Committee Assignments for 2015
Regarding committee assignments for the calendar year of 2015, Chairman Wilmot asked
the Planning Commission members to remain in their current committee assignments until she has had the
opportunity to make contact with everyone and determine if they are satisfied and comfortable with their
current role.
Chairman Wilmot announced the following liaisons for the committees: Transportation
Committee and Historic Resources Advisory Board, Commissioner Oates; Sanitation Authority,
Commissioner Unger; Conservation Easement Authority, Commissioner Triplett; and Winchester
Planning Commission, Commissioner Kenney.
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PLANNING COMMISSION BYLAWS AND ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES FOR 2015
Planning Director, Eric R. Lawrence, stated the Planning Commission’s Bylaws and the
Roles and Responsibilities have both been reviewed by the Commission and modifications were deemed
to be appropriate. Mr. Lawrence noted, the revisions to proffers are not in the Bylaws and these will be
revisited in a couple months. Mr. Lawrence said the Planning Commission’s Bylaws and Roles &
Responsibilities are ready for the Commission’s consideration and adoption.
Upon motion made by Commissioner Oates and seconded by Commissioner Crockett,
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Frederick County Planning Commission does hereby unanimously adopt the
Planning Commission’s Bylaws and the Roles & Responsibilities for the calendar year of 2015, as
presented.
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PUBLIC HEARING
Rezoning #05-14 CB Ventures, LLC submitted by CB Ventures, LLC to rezone 2.42 acres of
property from B1 (Neighborhood Business) District to B2 (General Business) District with proffers.
The property is located at 1033 Aylor Road in Stephens City and is identified by Property
Identification Numbers 74-((A))-104 and 74-((A)) 105 in the Opequon Magisterial District.
Action – Tabled for 45 Days
Commissioner Oates said he would abstain from all discussion on this item due to a
possible conflict of interest.
Deputy Planning Director, Michael T. Ruddy, presented a brief overview of the rezoning
application. He noted this is an application to rezone a total of 2.42 acres from the B1 (Neighborhood
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Business) District to the B2 (Business General) District. The request includes proffers and it is designed
to accommodate additional commercial uses on the property. Mr. Ruddy noted, the B2 (Business
General) District land use proposed in this rezoning is generally consistent with the commercial
designation of the Southern Frederick Area Plan and the 2030 Comprehensive Plan. He also noted the
neighborhood of the adjacent land uses should be a consideration when evaluating this proposed rezoning.
Mr. Ruddy reported the proffer statement that has been included has gone through a
variety of reviews. The proffer statement addresses the items that are being provided correctly and the
applicant has been working with the County Attorney and finalized that as of today and to the satisfaction
of the County Attorney the proffer statement is in the appropriate legal form. Mr. Ruddy explained it
contains three proffers; property access, right-of-way dedication, and site lighting.
Commissioner Unger asked if there are other B2 (Business General) District properties
along that stretch of road. Mr. Ruddy replied no, the B2 (Business General) District properties that exist
are the McDonalds restaurant and Burger King which are closer to Route 277.
Commissioner Thomas noted the uses for B2 (Business General) District and with the
future of VDOT coming through that area, this will be moving a much more intensive use up Aylor Road
quite a distance from where it is now. Mr. Ruddy stated a proffer statement can be used to mitigate or
minimize this by adding additional restrictions that make it blend in to a certain degree. The Applicant
has provided a proffer with regards to lighting.
Mr. Benjamin Montgomery, representing the application, stated the lot size is minimized
with annex of the right-of-way for relocation of the road, and thus limits the amount of square footage. In
regards to impacts on the residential area, B2 (Business General) District does require the full screening
and the closest house is 75 feet from the property line. Commissioner Unger inquired as to if a 60 foot
hotel could be placed on the property. Mr. Montgomery stated that is correct, however parking
limitations would be more feasible for a four story building if it were to be a hotel and the same for an
office building. Commissioner Kenney inquired if the plan is to build a hotel. Mr. Montgomery noted
there is no planned development for this property at this time. Mr. Unger asked if a height limitation
would be considered in the proffer. Mr. Montgomery noted, that could be addressed and would prefer to
stay at 45 feet rather than drop back to 35 feet. Commissioner Wilmot asked if there were any further
questions and there were none.
Mr. Kevin Chapman of the Opequon Magisterial District and lives directly behind the
proposed lot 74-A-104 spoke in opposition of the proposed rezoning. Mr. Chapman presented several
questions: were previous owners of this property an associated company or subsidiary of CB Ventures,
LLC; did anyone associated with CB Ventures, LLC have any ownership stake in the previous ownership
of these parcels before they were sold to CB Ventures, LLC; what will the County require or the owner
proffer to insure proper investigation into possible contamination of lot 74-A-105; what will the County
require or the owner proffer to insure these and any future buffer landscaping elements are properly
installed and maintained going forward; what will the County require or the owner proffer to address the
concern of inadequately maintained grass and weeds; what will the county require or the owner proffer to
increase the effectiveness of trash collection receptacles to inhibit wind-blown trash. Mr. Chapman
noted, he is not trying to prevent anyone from proper use of their property or doing what they are legally
allowed too. He concluded his concern is what Aylor Road will become should this rezoning be
approved.
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Mr. Ulysses Carriker of the Opequon Magisterial District spoke in opposition of the
proposed rezoning. He expressed his concerns: lighting; storm runoff; traffic flow; sewer and water;
security. Mr. Carriker also raised the concern of a middle school being very close to this property and the
foot traffic that flows from the school, he is concerned for their safety.
Commissioner Wilmot asked if anyone else wished to speak, no one came forward and
the public comment portion of the hearing was closed.
Mr. Montgomery addressed the concerns raised as follows: the realignment of Aylor
Road makes this the corner lot and will not be surrounded by B1(Neighborhood Business) District; Public
Works has been stringent on this project in regards to erosion, storm water, and water detention; existing
trees, most fall within the inactive buffer; other concerns are addressed during the site planning phase of
development to include buffers, fencing requirements, and maintenance; Phase I environmental study was
completed and passed prior to purchase of this property by CB Ventures, LLC.
Mr. Edward “Ned” Browning, owner of CB Ventures, LLC commented, the maintenance
of the property is a work in progress due to neglect of previous owner. He noted they have been very
active with VDOT in regards to the realignment of Aylor Road.
Commissioner Thomas addressed staff in regards to the realignment of Aylor Road,
would the property within the realignment be able to be developed. Mr. Ruddy explained that
development will be outside of the right-of-way, however until that realignment they can continue to use
the existing entrances on Aylor Road or an improved entrance approved by VDOT.
Commissioner Manuel asked, given the Loft example how was that mitigated. Mr.
Ruddy explained, that was and existing B2 (Business General) District therefore it was un-proffered. A
zoning district buffer was provided and mitigates the parking and circulation of the area.
Commissioner Kenney asked if as of today the proffers were legal. Mr. Ruddy noted the
proffers within the package have been modified to address some of the outstanding issues raised by the
County Attorney regarding language contained within. The County Attorney has the final approved
proffer statement on hand this evening in the proper legal form.
Commissioner Mohn noted the concern is there, in regards to lack of specificity on the
intensity that could occur with this rezoning. He would like to see more in the application on building
size and development. Mr. Mohn stated he would like to see something that projects a clearer view of
what may be developed on this property.
Commissioner Thomas made a motion to table this rezoning application for 45 days.
This motion was seconded by Commission Unger and unanimously passed.
BE IT RESOLVED, the Frederick County Planning Commission unanimously agrees to table Rezoning
#05-14 of CB Ventures, LLC submitted by CB Ventures, LLC, for 45 days.
(Note: Commissioner Oates abstained from voting; Commissioner Marston was absent from the
meeting.)
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INFORMATIONAL ITEM:
Discussion of the 2015 – 2016 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP). The CIP is a prioritized list of
capital projects requested by various County Departments and Agencies. The Plan is created as an
informational component of the 2030 Comprehensive Plan.
Deputy Planning Director, Michael T. Ruddy, started by recognizing Ms. Gloria
Puffinburger with Frederick County Public Works Department and Mr. Jon Turkel with Frederick County
Parks and Recreation Department, both of which will be available should there be any questions. Mr.
Ruddy reported, the Comprehensive Plans and Programs Committee (CPPC) evaluated the 2015-2016
Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) at their December, 2014 meeting and recommended the CIP be endorsed
and recognized the consistency with the County’s Comprehensive Plan.
Mr. Ruddy noted the number of projects has remained consistent. There are eighty-eight
projects in this year’s CIP. There has also been reinforcement on enhancing the connection between the
Comprehensive Plan and future rezonings and the benefit of the CIP. Mr. Ruddy highlighted projects that
have been completed or are moving forward: Frederick County Middle School replacement is moving
forward; the Winchester Regional Airport has removed several parcel acquisitions that are complete; Fire
& Rescue, the Round Hill fire station is moving forward. He also noted a few projects that have been
added: County Administration, Joint Judicial Center renovation which is a two phase project; Parks and
Recreation, pool renovation in addition to the indoor aquatic center; Frederick County Public Schools,
renovation to Dowell J. Howard Center; Public Works, the Clearbrook citizens site; Winchester Regional
Airport, new general aviation terminal; Fire & Rescue, all items remain the same.
There were no further comments or questions.
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Cancelation of the Regular Meeting on January 21, 2015
Chairman Wilmot announced there were no pending items for the Planning
Commission’s January 21, 2015 meeting.
A motion was made by Commissioner Thomas to cancel the January 21, 2015 meeting of
the Planning Commission. This motion was seconded by Commissioner Triplett and unanimously
passed.
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ADJOURNMENT
No further business remained to be discussed and a motion was made by Commissioner Oates to adjourn
the meeting. This motion was seconded by Commissioner Crockett and unanimously passed. The
meeting adjourned at 7:50 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
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June Wilmot, Chairman
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Eric R. Lawrence, Secretary
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FREDERICK COUNTY
VIRGINIA
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PLAN
2015-2016
Fiscal Year
Adopted by the
Frederick County
Board of Supervisors
TBD, 2015
Recommended by the
Frederick County
Planning Commission
TBD, 2015
TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION…………………………………………………………………. 1
PROJECT RECOMMENDATIONS………………………………………………. 2
Frederick County Public Schools…………………………………………...2
Frederick County Parks and Recreation Department………………………. 3
Handley Regional Library ……………………………………………….. 4
Transportation Committee…………………………………………………. 4
Winchester Regional Airport………………………………………………. 4
County Administration ……………………………………………………..5
Fire & Rescue……….. ……………………………………………………..5
2015-2016 CAPITAL PROJECTS MAP………………………………………….. 7
2015-2016 COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS CAPITAL PROJECTS MAP……….. 9
2015-2016 COUNTY PARKS AND REC. CAPITAL PROJECTS MAP…………11
2015-2016 TRANSPORTATION PROJECTS MAP………………..……………. 13
2015-2016 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS TABLE……………………15
CIP TABLE EXPLANATIONS…………………………………………………… 21
PROJECT FUNDING……………………………………………………………… 21
PROJECT DESCRIPTIONS………………………………………………………. 23
Frederick County Public Schools…………………………………………...23
Frederick County Parks and Recreation Department………………………. 29
Handley Regional Library…………………………………………………..38
Transportation Committee…………………………………………………..40
Winchester Regional Airport………………………………………………. 45
County Administration…………………………………………………….. 52
Fire and Rescue……………..……………………………………………….55
Individual Fire & Rescue Company Requests……………………….58
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CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PLAN
FREDERICK COUNTY
2015-2016
INTRODUCTION
Section 15.2-2239 of the Code of Virginia assigns the responsibility for preparation of
plans for capital outlays to the local Planning Commissions. The Capital Improvements
Plan (CIP) consists of a schedule for major capital expenditures for the county for the
ensuing five years.
The CIP is updated annually. Projects are removed from the plans as they are completed
or as priorities change. The plan is intended to assist the Board of Supervisors in
preparation of the county budget. In addition to determining priorities for capital
expenditures, the county must also ensure that projects contained within the CIP conform
to the Comprehensive Policy Plan. Specifically, the projects are reviewed with
considerations regarding health, safety, and the general welfare of the public, and the
policies of the Comprehensive Plan. When the CIP is adopted, it becomes a component
of the Comprehensive Plan. Frederick County approved the 2030 Comprehensive Plan on
July 14, 2011.
The CIP is strictly advisory; it is intended for use as a capital facilities planning
document, not for requesting funding allocations. Once adopted, project priorities may
change throughout the year based on changing circumstances. It is also possible that
particular projects may not be funded during the year that is indicated in the CIP. The
status of any project becomes increasingly uncertain the further in the future it is
projected.
Transportation projects are included in the CIP. The inclusion of transportation projects
to the CIP is in no way an indication that Frederick County will be independently
undertaking these projects. Funding projects will continue to come from a combination of
state and federal funds, developer contributions, and revenue sharing.
The 2015-2016 CIP continues to emphasize the connection between the CIP,
Comprehensive Plan, and potential proffered contributions made with future rezoning
projects. This effort continues to be exemplified with the collaboration between Frederick
County Public Schools and the Parks and Recreation Department with their identification
of joint community facility opportunities.
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PROJECT RECOMMENDATIONS
Frederick County Public Schools
Frederick County Public Schools continue to commence and complete capital projects
that have been priorities from previous years. The replacement Frederick County Middle
School has recently been initiated and has therefore been removed from this year’s CIP.
Previously removed projects include the James Wood Middle School parking lot safety
enhancement project, the new transportation facility located adjacent to Armel
Elementary School, and the school renovations proposed to prepare school facilities for
an all-day Kindergarten program. It should be recognized that the all day kindergarten
program had been delayed for several years in light of the recent fiscal climate so it was
very positive to see the all-day kindergarten program be introduced through the joint
efforts of Frederick County Public Schools and the Board of Supervisors.
The joint top capital improvement priority for the Schools is the 12th Elementary School
and the addition to, and renovation of Armel Elementary School. This is in recognition of
the anticipated community growth in these two general locations. Improvements to
Robert E. Aylor Middle School is the second highest priority. The construction of the
County’s fourth High School is the third priority. The new high school and new middle
school have been requested in anticipation of the future demand of a growing student
population.
A new project, an addition and renovations to Dowell J. Howard Center is included in
this year’s CIP. This school was opened 44 years ago. Facility modernization and changes in
career and technical education are the driving needs for this project, including additional
careers, improved delivery of instruction, and improved classroom technologies.
An addition and renovations to Indian Hollow Elementary School, is proposed. Indian
Hollow Elementary School opened in 1988 and is the County’s smallest elementary
school building with a program capacity of 492 students. Renovations to the existing
portion of the building will address several major issues, including classroom storage,
ADA compliance, energy conservation, security, and upgrades of fire alarm, electrical,
plumbing, and mechanical systems. A building addition will be needed to maintain
program capacity. Other schools included for renovation projects include Apple Pie
Ridge Elementary School, Bass Hoover Elementary School, and James Wood High
School. This year’s CIP continues to include a request to renovate and expand the current
administration building on Amherst Street.
In an effort to maintain educational facilities that will handle the growing student
population, the construction of two additional schools is recommended within the UDA
(Urban Development Area), a new elementary school and a fifth middle school.
However, the timeframe for these facilities has been extended out several years.
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Parks & Recreation
Swimming improvements continue to be a focus for Parks and Recreation. The upgrade
of pool amenities at the swimming pools at both parks will include the addition of water
slides and a spray ground. Added to the scope of this project is an overall pool complex
renovation. This project is expected to increase pool attendance by 30 percent while
providing recreational opportunities for both the Sherando and Clearbrook Park service
areas.
The indoor aquatic facility continues to be proposed as a high priority of the Parks and
Recreation Department. This project has been moved up to the Department’s #3 priority
in recognition of Frederick County Public Schools 4th High School land opportunity.
This year’s CIP continues to be reflective of the previous effort to seek community input
into the parks and recreation programs and facilities. The recently completed survey has
been taken into consideration when prioritizing parks and recreation capital projects.
The majority of the recommended projects are planned for the county’s two regional
parks (Sherando & Clearbrook). However, a new project, the Snowden Bridge Park
Development has been identified in recognition of an endorsed site plan on the proffered
park and school site. This project has been separated from the Community Park Group
where it was previously considered.
The effort of the Parks and Recreation Department and their identification of their
comprehensively planned parks including community, neighborhood, and district parks,
further emphasize the connection between the CIP, Comprehensive Plan, and potential
proffered contributions made with rezoning projects.
Projects planned for Sherando Park include: upgrade of baseball lighting, upgrade pool
amenities, a softball complex, a soccer complex, maintenance compound and office,
skateboard park, parking and multi-purpose fields with trail development, picnic area
with a shelter, and an access road with parking and trails. The projects planned for the
Clearbrook Park include, upgrade of baseball lighting, upgrading pool amenities, a new
open play area, a tennis/basketball complex, and shelter with an area for stage seating.
The Sherando Park Softball Complex has been moved up in recognition of scheduling
pressure at existing facility and the number of Community Parks has been reduced to
three in recognition of work underway at Rose Hill and separation of the identified
Snowden Bridge site.
A project that continues to be a high priority for Parks and Recreation is the Abrams
Creek Greenway Trail. This facility would provide recreational opportunities for
residents of this corridor along with the surrounding communities and was emphasized in
the Senseny/Eastern Frederick Urban Areas Plan completed during 2012. This project
will provide trails with bicycle, walking and jogging opportunities, which ranks #1 in the
2007 Virginia Outdoors Plan survey for all outdoor recreational activities.
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Handley Regional Library
The Handley Regional Library recommends three projects, marking a change from their
2014-2015 request of four. The library’s top priority is a new library branch in the
Gainesboro area.
The two remaining projects request that funding be provided for new library branches
throughout the county which include the areas of Senseny/Greenwood Road and Route
522 South, both of which are anticipated to be located within the UDA (Urban
Development Area) in locations consistent with recently approved area plans; The
Senseny/Eastern Frederick Area Plan, and the Southern Frederick Area Plan.
The parking lot sidewalk extension project, designed to promote sidewalk access at the
Bowman Library as phase 2 of the parking lot expansion project by extending the
sidewalks to serve residents traveling from the east to Lakeside Drive, is the project
removed from their submission.
Transportation Committee
The Transportation Committee continues to provide project requests for the CIP.
Virginia State Code allows for transportation projects to be included within a locality's
CIP. Funding for transportation project requests will likely come from developers and
revenue sharing. Implementation of transportation projects does not take away funding
for generalized road improvements.
The Transportation Committee has requested funding for sixteen projects. The sixteen
requests include projects that entail widening of major roads; key extensions of roads that
help provide better networks, bicycle and pedestrian improvements, and the addition of
turn lanes at current unsafe intersections. The inclusion of the Eastern Road Plan
Improvements item once again emphasizes the connection between the CIP and potential
proffered contributions made with rezoning projects which are aimed at mitigating
potential transportation impacts identified in the Comprehensive Plan.
The major change to the transportation project list in recent years CIP s is the
classification of the projects into funded and unfunded priorities.
Winchester Regional Airport
Funding for airport projects is derived through a complex formula where the federal and
state governments contribute a majority of the funding, with Frederick County and the
other jurisdictions providing the remaining funding.
The Airport has recently completed a major improvement of their runway. With this
project moving from the CIP, The Airport Authority is now focusing their CIP efforts on
taxiway improvements and property acquisition in support of airport development to
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meet Federal Aviation requirements for general aviation facilities. The vast majority of
the funding for these improvements came from the FAA and VDA.
The construction of a new general aviation terminal to support future airport operations
and associated parking improvements is a project that has been elevated to number one in
this year’s CIP. The previous number one priority for the Airport was the acquisition of
property to support airport operations. The authority continues to be successful in their
pursuit of this priority. A relatively new project for the airport is the Fuel Storage
Facility.
The number of projects that are included in this CIP has been consolidated in recent years
as the Airport Authority is further aligning the County’s CIP with the one provided to the
Virginia Department of Aviation.
County Administration
With the potential necessary relocation of the Clearbrook citizen convenience center in
the future, the number one priority is a new facility proposed as a replacement for the
current convenience site at another location in the immediate vicinity to the existing
convenience site. The other requests from Public Works are for the expansion/relocation
of both the Albin and the Gore Refuse Sites to allow for a trash compactor, which will
reduce operational costs, by compacting trash before it reaches the landfill.
The joint County Administration and School Administration Building that was included
in last year’s amended CIP remains in this year’s project list. A new project for County
Administration this year is the Joint Judicial Center renovation and replacement project.
This new project consists of an expansion to the existing Joint Judicial Center Building as
the first phase of the project, and the potential further renovation or relocation as a second
phase. The project is to be located generally in the City of Winchester or in the County’s
Urban Development Area. The need for this project has been established through ongoing
communication with the court system and the City of Winchester.
Previously, an item was added to enhance the connection between the CIP and proffered
contributions made to mitigate the impacts of development projects. This item, General
Government Capital Expenditures, is an item that addresses those general government
capital expenditures that may fall below the established $100,000 departmental threshold.
This is similar to the approach previously taken for Fire and Rescue Capital Equipment.
Fire and Rescue has its own section.
Fire and Rescue
The top project for the Fire and Rescue component remains the creation of Fire & Rescue
Station #22 in the vicinity of Route 277, with the ability to provide an annex facility for
other County-related offices. The collaboration of this project with other community
users and a land use planning effort was a key element of the Route 277 Land Use Plan.
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Fire and Rescue has also included a project which provides for the capital apparatus
needs of this facility.
Fire & Rescue has once again requested the relocation of a current fire station in order to
operate more efficiently; Clearbrook. The Round Hill replacement project has moved off
of the CIP based on the successful initiation of this project. Three newer projects for Fire
and Rescue are the creation of Station #23, a new facility located in the vicinity of
Crosspointe, the creation of Station #24 in the vicinity of Cross Junction/Lake Holiday,
and a Fire & Rescue Regional Training Center. Such a Regional Public Safety Training
Center potentially consisting of an administrative building, multi-story burn building,
multi-story training tower, vehicle driving range, shooting range, and numerous other
training props. This project will incorporate emergency medical services, fire, hazardous
materials, rescue, law enforcement, industrial, and educational institutions located within
the region.
Fire and Rescue Volunteer Company Capital Equipment Requests
Previously, a project consisting of a revolving fund in the amount of $1,000,000 for the
benefit of Fire and Rescue Services was established. It is the intention of this capital
expenditure fund to be for the purpose of purchasing additional and replacement capital
equipment fire and rescue vehicles and equipment that may fall below the guidelines
established by the Finance Committee. It was determined that the inclusion of such a
project would be beneficial in ensuring that this significant capital expense is identified in
the County’s capital planning and budget process. This project is primarily for the
benefit of the individual Volunteer Fire and Rescue Companies.
The individual Fire and Rescue Companies have identified their own capital requests
which have been added to the CIP in no particular order. Each of the capital requests
meet the $100,000 guideline established by the Finance Committee. This year’s CIP does
not contain any requests that do not meet this guideline. Customarily, such equipment
requests would be noted in the table under the Fire & Rescue Capital Equipment project
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Ensuing Fiscal Year Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 Year 5 Beyond Year 6+
Public Schools Elementary School #12 $1,600,000 $30,800,000 $32,400,000 $32,400,000Armel Elementary School Addition and RenovationRobert E. Aylor Middle School $1,400,000 $10,730,000 $8,970,000 $9,900,000 $31,000,000 $31,000,000Addition and RenovationFourth High School $1,700,000 $35,500,000 $32,200,000 $19,400,000 $3,100,000 $91,900,000 $91,900,000James Wood High School Renov.(Prior to FY2015-2016 Cost)TBD TBDSherando High School Parking Lot & Softball Field Improvements TBD TBDDowell J. Howard CenterAddition and Renovation TBD TBDApple Pie Ridge ElementaryPhase 2 Renovation $8,900,000 $8,900,000 $8,900,000Bass Hoover ElementaryPhase 2 Renovation $9,000,000 $9,000,000 $9,000,000County/School Board Administration Building TBD TBDIndian Hollow ElementaryAddition and Renovation TBD TBDElementary School #13 $24,700,000 $24,700,000 $24,700,000Fifth Middle School $49,500,000 $49,500,000 $49,500,000$4,700,000 $77,030,000 $41,170,000 $29,300,000 $0 $92,100,000 $247,400,000 $247,400,000
Parks & RecreationClearbrook & Sherando Water Slide/Spray Ground $1,352,000 $1,352,000 $1,352,000SherandoAccess Road w/Parking/Trails $1,567,000 $1,567,000 $1,567,000Indoor Aquatic Facility $480,000 $14,683,000 $15,163,000 $15,163,000Snowden Bridge Park Development $3,161,000 $3,161,000 $3,161,000SherandoSoftball Complex $682,000 $682,000 $682,000Abrams Creek Greenway Trail $85,000 $148,000 $2,702,000 $2,935,000 $2,935,000SherandoLake/Trails/Parking- 2 Fields $103,000 $1,281,000 $1,384,000 $1,384,000Community Parks (3)$6,352,000 $6,352,000 $6,352,000Neighborhood Parks (3)$2,285,000 $2,285,000 $2,285,000District Parks (4)$15,717,000 $15,717,000 $15,717,000SherandoPicnic Areas $818,000 $818,000 $818,000Indoor Ice Rink $6,102,000 $6,102,000 $6,102,000Community Center $8,952,000 $8,952,000 $8,952,000ClearbrookOpen Play Areas $487,000 $487,000 $487,000Baseball Field Lighting Upgrade $1,300,000 $1,300,000 $1,300,000Soccer/Multi Use Fields $1,141,000 $1,141,000 $1,141,000ClearbrookTennis/Basketball Complex $535,000 $535,000 $535,000SherandoSkateboard Park $522,000 $522,000 $522,000ClearbrookShelter Stage $517,000 $517,000 $517,000Fleet Trip Vehicles $295,000 $295,000 $295,000
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Department Priority County Contribution Per Fiscal Year
County
Contributions Notes
Total Project
Costs
Projects 2015-2016 2016-2017 2017-2018 2018-2019 2019-2020 2020+Sherando Maintenance Compound $381,000 $381,000 $381,000$6,645,000 $24,253,000 $35,572,000 $3,985,000 $1,193,000 $0 $71,648,000 $71,648,000
Regional Library Gainesboro Library $155,023 $1,465,736 $128,275 $1,749,034 $1,749,034Senseny/Greenwood Library TBD TBDRoute 522 South LibraryBranch TBD TBD$0 $155,023 $1,465,736 $128,275 $0 $0 $1,749,034 $1,749,034
Transportation
Funded Priorities I-81 Exit 310 Improvements $49,121,000 $49,121,000 E $49,121,000Route 277, Fairfax Pike, Widening and Safety Improvements (ph 1)$36,082,000 $36,082,000 E $36,082,000East Tevis Street Extension and Bridge over 81 $6,000,000 $6,000,000 E $6,000,000
Unfunded Priorities Route 37 Engineering & Construction $300,000,000 $300,000,000 E $300,000,000I-81 Exit 307 Relocation $60,000,000 $60,000,000 E $60,000,000Route 277, Fairfax Pike, Widening and Safety Improvements (ph 2)$15,000,000 $15,000,000 E $15,000,000Redbud Road Realignment $2,500,000 $2,500,000 E $2,500,000Warrior Drive Extension $23,200,000 $23,200,000 E $23,200,000Channing Drive Extension $20,600,000 $20,600,000 E $20,600,000Brucetown/Hopewell Realign.$3,000,000 $3,000,000 E $3,000,000Widening of Route 11 North $47,800,000 $47,800,000 E $47,800,000Senseny Road Widening $22,800,000 $22,800,000 E $22,800,000Inverlee Way $10,200,000 $10,200,000 E $10,200,000Fox Drive $250,000 $250,000 E $250,000Rennaisance Drive $2,000,000 $2,000,000 E $2,000,000Eastern Road Plan Improvements TBD TBD TBD$300,000,000 $0 $0 $0 $0 $298,553,000 $598,553,000 $598,553,000
Winchester Airport New General Avaiation Terminal $380,000 $2,600,000 A,B $2,980,000Northside Connector $1,250,000 A,B $1,250,000New Terminal Parking Lot $650,000 A,B $650,000Land Parcel 64-A-66 $275,000 A,B $275,000Land Parcel 64-A-67 $275,000 A,B $275,000Land Parcel 64B-A-33A $175,000 A,B $175,000Land Parcel 64-A-60 $275,000 A,B $275,000Land Parcel 64B-A-40 $175,000 A,B $175,000Land Parcel 64-A-64 $275,000 A,B $275,000Fuel Storage Facility $1,000,000 A,B $1,000,000Land Parcel 64B-A-47 $300,000 A,B $300,000Land Parcel 64-A-49 $300,000 A,B $300,000Land Parcel 64-A-50 $300,000 A,B $300,000Land Parcel 64B-A-51 $235,000 A,B $235,000
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Department Priority County Contribution Per Fiscal Year
County
Contributions Notes
Total Project
Costs
Projects 2015-2016 2016-2017 2017-2018 2018-2019 2019-2020 2020+Land Parcel 64B-A-52 $300,000 A,B $300,000Land Parcel 64-A-59 $300,000 A,B $300,000North Side Svc Road $400,000 A,B $400,000Taxiway "A" Relocation $200,000 $4,650,000 $4,800,000 A,B $9,650,000$2,660,000 $1,655,000 $3,250,000 $2,100,000 $4,650,000 $4,800,000 $0 $19,115,000
County Administration Clearbrook Convenience Site $20,000 $357,850 $377,850 E $377,850Albin Convenience Site $24,000 $418,850 $442,850 $442,850Relocation/Expansion Gore Site $24,000 $325,550 $349,550 $349,550General Government Capital Expen $200,000 $200,000 $200,000 $200,000 $200,000 $1,000,000 E $1,000,000County/School Board Administration Building TBD TBD E TBDJoint Judicial Center Renovation / New Facility $4,065,500 $20,000,000 $24,065,500 E $24,065,500$4,285,500 $581,850 $642,850 $525,550 $200,000 $20,000,000 $26,235,750 $26,235,750
Fire & Rescue Fire & Rescue Station #22 (277)$400,000 $1,500,000 $1,500,000 $3,400,000 $3,400,000F&R Station #22 (277) Apparatus $100,000 $805,000 $905,000 $905,000Fire & Rescue Station #23 $550,000 $2,150,000 $1,000,000 $3,700,000 $3,700,000Regional Training Center $75,000 $100,000 $1,250,000 $10,000,000 $9,500,000 $10,250,000 $31,175,000 $31,175,000Fire & Rescue Station #24 (Gainesboro)$250,000 $3,500,000 $3,750,000 C $3,750,000Station #13 (Clearbrook) Relocation $33,000 $88,000 $4,275,000 $4,396,000 E $4,396,000$608,000 $3,293,000 $12,675,000 $11,000,000 $9,500,000 $10,250,000 47,326,000 $47,326,000
Fire & Rescue Company Capital RequestsFire & Rescue Capital Equipment $200,000 $200,000 $200,000 $200,000 $200,000 $1,000,000 E $1,000,000* See Fire & Rescue Company Requests (<$100K)$550,000 Apparatus Ventilation System for Greenwood Vol. Fire & Rescue Co.$550,000 C $550,000$550,000 Office and Living Quarters for Greenwood Vol. Fire & Rescue Co.$550,000 C $550,000$100,000 Life Pack x3 for Middletown Vol. Fire & Rescue Co.$100,000 C $100,000$800,000 Rescue Engine Replacement for Middletown Vol. Fire & Rescue Co.$800,000 C $800,000$342,766 North Mountain Fire & Rescue Co.Building Expansion $342,766 C $342,766$2,542,766 $200,000 $200,000 $200,000 $200,000 $0 $3,342,766 $3,342,766
Total $321,441,266 $107,167,873 $94,975,586 $47,238,825 $15,743,000 $425,703,000 $996,254,550 $1,015,369,550
* Fire & Rescue Company Capital Equipment Requests (<$100K)None $0
A= Partial funding from VA Dept. of Aviation N/A= Not Available
B= Partial funding from FAA TBD= To be Determined
C= Partial funding from private donations
D= Funding goes beyond displayed 5 years
E= Partial funding anticipated through development & revenue sources
F= Funding initiated prior to displayed 5 years
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THE CIP TABLE
CONTENT DESCRIPTIONS
The Capital Improvements Plan table, on the previous pages, contains a list of the capital
improvement projects proposed for the ensuing five years. A description of the
information in this table is explained below.
Department Priority- The priority rating assigned by each agency or department for
their requested projects.
Project Description- The name of the capital improvement projects.
County Contribution- The estimated dollar value that will be contributed for each
project. This value is listed by individual fiscal years and by total contributions over the
five-year period. The total contribution column, located to the right of the fiscal year
columns, does not include debt service projections.
Notes- Indicates the footnotes that apply to additional funding sources for particular
projects.
Total Project Costs- The cost for each project, including county allocations and other
funding sources.
PROJECT FUNDING
The projects included in the 2015-2016 Capital Improvements Plan have a total project
cost to the county of $1,015,369,550. While the CIP is primarily used to cover the next
five years, much of the project costs have been identified beyond the next five years.
• School projects are funded through a combination of loans from the
Virginia Public School Authority and the Virginia Literary Fund.
• Funding for Parks and Recreation Department projects will come from the
unreserved fund balance of the County. The Parks and Recreation
Commission will actively seek grants and private sources of funding for
projects not funded by the county.
• Airport projects will be funded by contributions from the federal, state,
and local governments. The local portion may include contributions from
Frederick, Clarke, Shenandoah, and Warren Counties, and the City of
Winchester.
• The inclusion of transportation projects to the CIP is in no way an
indication that Frederick County will be independently undertaking these
projects. Funding projects will continue to come from a combination of
state and federal funds, developer contributions, and revenue sharing.
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Frederick County Public Schools Project Priority List
PRIORITY 1
Elementary School #12 / Armel Elementary School Addition and Renovation
Description: The 12th ES will have a floor area of approximately 100,000 square feet
and will be located on the Snowden Bridge proffer site. The facility will be designed to
accommodate a student membership of 740.
Armel ES opened in 1991 and has served continuously as a K-5 elementary school since
that time. The school contains 70,281 square feet and has a program capacity of 590
students. As of October 31, 2014, the school has 556 students. Enough classrooms will be
added to Armel ES for the school to accommodate the additional growth at Lake
Frederick. The existing facility will be updated as needed and core areas partially
renovated to serve the additional students.
Capital Cost: $32,400,000
Justification: The 12th ES project will address anticipated growth in student enrollment
in the school division in general and in the Stonewall, Redbud Run, and Apple Pie Ridge
elementary school attendance zones in specific over the next several years.
Armel Elementary School is in good condition; however, unexpected growth in the
attendance zone will need to be addressed through the addition of classrooms to the
facility. An attendance rezoning was completed last year as part of the implementation of
full-day kindergarten. Addressing the growth issue at Armel was studied as a part of this
rezoning. Four areas were identified to be rezoned to another school to offset the
additional growth at Lake Frederick. None of the four options provided a complete and
satisfactory solution. One option would have put Armel outside of its own attendance
zone. A second would have split a neighborhood and sent some of the neighborhood to a
school further away. A third would have simply relocated the growth issue to another
school. The fourth option was adopted, but only moved ~50 students, a temporary
reprieve from growth pressures.
Construction Schedule: For both schools, planning, design, permit approval,
appropriation, and construction should take 30 Months
PRIORITY 2
Robert E. Aylor Middle School Renovation
Description: Robert E. Aylor Middle School opened in 1969 as a junior high and has
served those grades since that time. The school contains 113,643 square feet and has a
program capacity of 850 students serving grades 6-8. The building is in acceptable
condition; however, several major areas need to be addressed in a renovation. Major
areas of this renovation project include the following: addition of classroom and storage
space to better equip the building to deliver instruction in the middle school format (as
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opposed to the junior high format), complete replacement of fire alarm and
communication systems, upgrade of electrical and plumbing, and complete replacement
of mechanical systems. Other areas to be addressed are security, modernization of
asphalted areas, and the installation of an emergency system.
Capital Cost: $31,000,000
Justification: Robert E. Aylor Middle School is 45 years old and renovations are needed
to a number of areas to ensure the economical and efficient operation of the school for
years to come. The school was constructed as a junior high, where the school was
arranged by department. Modern instruction requires that the school be arranged by grade
and that a variety of learning spaces be provided (classroom, low intensity labs, high
intensity labs, small collaborative spaces, large collaborative spaces, etc.) to meet the
needs of a variety of learning styles and to impart skills necessary in today’s working
world.
Construction Schedule: 48 Months
PRIORITY 3
Fourth High School
Description: The fourth high school project will serve students grades 9-12, have a
program capacity of 1,250 students, and will address anticipated growth in high school
student enrollment in the school division. The site is located at the end of Justes Drive
behind Admiral Byrd MS. This school will be designed and constructed to be similar to
the new Frederick County MS and the renovated Aylor MS, with a variety of learning
spaces to meet the needs of a variety of learning styles and to impart skills necessary in
today’s working world.
Capital Cost: $91,000,000
Justification: This project will address expected growth in high school student
enrollment in the school division over the next several years. We project that enrollment
in the high schools by the fall of 2019 will be 4,236 students. High school program
capacity is currently 4,050 students. To avoid overcrowding in the high schools, we need
to construct the fourth high school in Frederick County to open in that time frame.
Construction Schedule: Construction will take 54 months
PRIORITY 4
James Wood High School Renovation
Description: James Wood High School opened in 1980 and has served as a high school
since that time. The school contains 234,095 square feet and has a program capacity of
1,400 students. Currently, the building serves grades 9-12. The building is in good
condition; however, several major areas need to be addressed in a renovation. Major
areas to be included in this renovation project are increased electrical service and
distribution to support technology, technology cabling, hardware and its installation,
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upgrade of plumbing and mechanical systems, and modification of instructional areas to
support modern instructional delivery.
Capital Cost: $TBD
Justification: James Wood High School is 34 years old. Renovations and technological
upgrades are needed to a number of areas to ensure effective, economical, and efficient
operation of the school for years to come. This school will be renovated to be more like
the 4th HS, the new Frederick County MS, and the renovated Aylor MS, with a variety of
learning spaces to meet the needs of a variety of learning styles and to impart skills
necessary in today’s working world.
Construction Schedule: 36 Months
PRIORITY 5
Sherando High School Parking Lot and Softball Field Improvements
Description: This project is being undertaken to address several traffic safety concerns
identified over the years at Sherando High School and to address equity issues (there is
no softball field at SHS). Two studies of the site have been conducted, and a master plan
created. Concerns exist for pedestrians, school buses, student drivers, parents, and staff.
Rearrangement of the site and the flow of traffic on the site are necessary to address these
needs.
Capital Cost: $TBD
Justification: This is a two-part project. For transportation safety, concerns exist on the
school site at Sherando High School during arrival and dismissal. The students, many of
their parents, and the staff necessary to serve them are exposed to these safety concerns
on a daily basis. The flow of traffic at arrival is so slow that at times vehicles on Route
277 back up past Double Church Road.
For the softball field, SHS does not have a softball field on site, instead using a softball
field in neighboring Sherando Park. This represents an equity issue between boys and
girls sports and is contrary to FCPS’ standpoint of equity between boys and girls sports.
Construction Schedule: 30 Months
PRIORITY 6
Dowell J. Howard Addition and Renovation
Description: Dowell J. Howard Center is the county’s Career and Technical Education and
alternative education facility. This 70,417 square foot school was opened in 1970 and serves
students grades 6-12. The building is in acceptable condition; however, there are systems that
need to be upgraded or replaced. Major areas of this renovation project include: adding
classroom and lab space for new CTE programs; updating classroom and shop/lab space for
modern equipment, technology, and teaching methods; security; and modernization of
asphalted areas.
Capital Cost: $TBD
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Justification: This school was opened 44 years ago. Facility modernization and changes
in career and technical education are the driving needs for this project, including
additional careers, improved delivery of instruction, and improved classroom
technologies.
Construction Schedule: 36 Months
PRIORITY 7
Apple Pie Ridge Elementary School Phase 2 Renovations
Description: Apple Pie Ridge Elementary School opened in 1974 and has served
continuously as an elementary school since that time. The school contains 65,120 square
feet and has a program capacity of 528 students.
Currently, the building serves grades K-5. The building is in good condition; however,
several major areas need to be addressed, including open classroom space, ADA
compliance, energy conservation, security, and upgrades of fire alarm, electrical,
plumbing, and mechanical systems.
Capital Cost: $8,900,000
Justification: Apple Pie Ridge Elementary School is 40 years old and renovation is
needed to a number of areas to ensure the economical and efficient operations of the
school for years to come.
Construction Schedule: 36 Months
PRIORITY 8
Bass Hoover Elementary School Phase 2 Renovations
Description: Bass-Hoover Elementary School opened in 1975. The school contains
70,569 square feet and has a program capacity of 656 students.
Currently, the building serves grades K-5. The building is in good condition; however,
several major areas need to be addressed. Renovations will address several major issues,
including open classroom space, ADA compliance, energy conservation, security, and
upgrades of fire alarm, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems. A building
addition, Phase 1, has been done to maintain program capacity and prepare the building
for full-day kindergarten.
Capital Cost: $9,000,000
Justification: Bass-Hoover Elementary School is 39 years old and renovation is needed
to a number of areas to ensure the effective, economical, and efficient operations of the
school for years to come.
Construction Schedule: 36 Months
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PRIORITY 9
County/School Board Administration Building
Description: This new project consists of a County/School Board Administration
Building, to be located generally in the County’s Urban Development Area. Frederick
County Public Schools’ administration has been located at the old Kline Elementary
School building since 1983. Before the building was converted to offices, it had served as
Kline Elementary School since 1961. The facility contains 27,992 square feet, including
the 5,000 square foot Annex and the 2,400 square foot Finance Addition, but not
including the four modular classroom units that are used for offices, work space, and a
conference room. The Joint Administrative Office Complex project is for a new 150,000
square foot office building shared with the County. The Schools’ portion would be
50,000 square feet.
Capital Cost: TBD
Justification: The 52 year old Administrative Offices building does not have enough
office and meeting space, needs technology upgrades, and improvements to the
mechanical, plumbing and electrical systems to meet modern code. Meeting space is at a
premium, as we have only 2 sizeable meeting rooms. There are also building security and
asbestos issues. Existing issues will become more pressing and new issues will appear as
the district (and therefore the staff) grows. The inclusion of this capital facility will allow
for improvements to general governmental facilities and services for the benefit of the
residents of Frederick County and will meet the increasing need for office space, meeting
space, and government services in an accessible location.
Construction Schedule: 30 months
PRIORITY 10
Indian Hollow Elementary School Addition and Renovation
Description: Indian Hollow Elementary School opened in 1988. The school contains
59,065 square feet and has a program capacity of 460 students. Indian Hollow is our
smallest elementary school building.
Currently, the building serves grades K-5. The building is in good condition; however,
several major areas need to be addressed. Renovations to the existing portion of the
building will address several major issues, including classroom storage, ADA
compliance, energy conservation, security, and upgrades of fire alarm, electrical,
plumbing, and mechanical systems. A building addition will be needed to maintain
program capacity.
Capital Cost: $TBD
Justification: Indian Hollow Elementary School is 26 years old and nearing design life
of much of the infrastructure. The school was built without classroom storage.
Renovation to a number of areas and an addition are needed to ensure the effective,
economical, and efficient delivery of modern instruction at this school.
Construction Schedule: 36 Months
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PRIORITY 11
Elementary School #13
Description: This is an elementary school serving grades K-5, with a floor area of
approximately 100,000 square feet located on about 15 acres. The facility will be
designed to accommodate a student membership of 740.
Capital Cost: $24,700,000.
Justification: This project will address anticipated growth in student enrollment in the
school division over the next several years. We anticipate that student population growth
will necessitate opening of the thirteenth elementary school in Frederick County by the
fall of 2031. This school will be located in an area to relieve overcrowding and to
accommodate expected new housing development. Locations for this project are shown
on the Comprehensive Plan’s Potential New School Locations Map. The school could be
placed on the Villages of Artrip proffer site.
Construction Schedule: Construction will take 36 months.
PRIORITY 12
Fifth Middle School
Description: The new fifth middle school project will have a program capacity of 940
students and serve grades 6-8. This project has been located on the Comprehensive Policy
Plan’s Potential New School Locations Map. The facility will have a floor area of
approximately 185,000 square feet and be located on approximately 30 acres of land.
Capital Cost: $49,500,000
Justification: This project will address growth in student enrollment in the school
division over the next several years. We anticipate that student population growth will
necessitate opening of the fifth middle school in Frederick County by the fall of 2033.
As shown on the Comprehensive Plan’s Potential New School Locations Map, the
location of this project previously has been in the eastern part of Frederick County
between Route 7 and Route 50 east.
Construction Schedule: Construction will take 48 months.
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Parks & Recreation Department Project Priority List
PRIORITY 1
Water Slide/Spray Ground Swimming Pool Improvements – Sherando/Clearbrook
Description: Upgrade the outdoor swimming pools at both Clearbrook and Sherando
Parks. Upgrade would involve the removal of the diving boards and the installation of
one 50' water slide and one 75' water slide at each pool. The upgrade would also include
the addition of a spray ground with 10-12 features at each pool.
Capital Cost: $1,352,000
Justification: This project is expected to increase pool attendance by 30 percent while
providing recreational opportunities for both the Sherando and Clearbrook Park service
areas.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 15-16.
PRIORITY 2
Access Road with Parking and Trails - Sherando Park
Description: This project involves the development of an entrance and 1,800 linear feet
of access roadway from Warrior Drive; a 100 space parking area; and 2.8 miles of trails.
Capital Cost: $1,567,000
Justification: This project will provide trails with walking and jogging opportunities.
Walking and jogging rank #1 in the 2007 Virginia Outdoors Plan survey for all outdoor
recreational activities. The standard for bike/pedestrian trails, based upon the Virginia
Outdoor Plan, is 1 mile/1,000 of population. This project is intended to meet the needs of
the community as identified in the 2012 Frederick County Parks and Recreation
Community Survey.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 15-16.
PRIORITY 3
Indoor Aquatic Facility – Competitive/Training/Leisure Pool
Description: This facility would house competitive, instructional, and leisure pools with
an office, adequate storage and locker rooms and would need approximately 10 acres to
construct. This facility should be located on property owned or proffered to the County.
The above pools may be constructed in one facility, separated into multiple facilities, or
co-located with other compatible uses should opportunities arise, reducing the acreage
demand.
Capital Cost: $15,163,000
Justification: There are no public indoor public pools in Frederick County. By
constructing the indoor pool, it would permit the department to meet competition needs,
instructional needs, citizen programming and leisure demands as well as provide a
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nucleus to attract new businesses to the community. This facility would be available to
all area residents. The construction of this project will provide a facility to offer
competitive scholastic programs and year round recreational programming for the
residents of Frederick County. The Indoor Pool facility should be located in an area
convenient to the major transportation corridors of the county. However, as an
alternative, one of the two county regional parks could be used to house the facility, since
these locations are already identified as centers for recreation programs and activities.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 15-16.
PRIORITY 4
Snowden Bridge Park Development
Description: Snowden Bridge Park, situated on land proffered by the Snowden Bridge
development utilizes park and school land for the provision of an active recreation park.
The above park is to include four (4) regulation size soccer fields and three (3) baseball
fields suitable for little league play. Lighting, restroom and parking are part of the park
concept.
Capital Cost: $3,161,000
Justification: The overall park design is informed by the Snowden Bridge (formerly
Stephenson Village) rezoning proffer of 2003. The proffer indicates the provided land to
be used for baseball and soccer field development in anticipation of the population
increase generated by the development. The Parks and Recreation Commission adopted a
site plan for the property in 2014 showing four (4) soccer fields and three (3) baseball
fields. As Frederick County currently has no soccer fields in the northern part of the
county, Snowden Bridge Park provides a venue to meet this need.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 15-16.
PRIORITY 5
Softball Complex- Sherando Park
Description: Softball fields (2) - 300' radius, fully fenced, backstop, four 50 person
bleachers per field, lighted concrete poles 30/20 FC, concrete deck. Access Road - 500
LF. Parking - 153 spaces, asphalt paved with curbed islands and drop off; line markings
and 6 security lights. Landscaping - 100 shade trees; pine screen. Peripheral Work -
General seeding - 1 acre; miscellaneous signage.
Capital Cost: $682,000
Justification: This facility would provide recreational opportunities for the entire
Frederick County area. In addition to its use as a recreational facility, it will be used by
the Frederick County school system. Presently, there are ten softball/baseball fields
within the county’s regional park system. Eight of ten existing fields must serve a dual
purpose of facilitating youth baseball as well as youth and adult softball programs. With
the increased usage of these fields, it has become more difficult to facilitate these
programs. This project is needed in order for the Parks and Recreation Department to
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accommodate the existing demand of youth baseball and adult softball programs. This
project is intended to meet the needs of the community as identified in the 2012 Frederick
County Parks and Recreation Community Survey.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 16-17.
PRIORITY 6
Abrams Creek Greenway Trail
Description: 10’ wide asphalt multi-use bicycle/pedestrian trail along Abrams Creek
from Senseny Road to Channing Drive. It is estimated that the trail will have (3) three
bridges (stream crossings) and will be approximately 2.6 miles in length.
Capital Cost: $2,935,000
Justification: This project will provide trails with bicycle, walking and jogging
opportunities, which ranks #1 in the 2007 Virginia Outdoors Plan survey for all outdoor
recreational activities. This project is intended to meet the needs of the community as
identified in the 2012 Frederick County Parks and Recreation Community Survey.
Construction Schedule: FY 17-18.
PRIORITY 7
Lake, Parking, and Trail Development with two Multi-purpose Fields
Description: This project involves the development of a 12 acre lake; 1.5 mile trail
system around the lake; 800 linear feet of access roadway; lighted parking lot with 125
spaces; and development of two irrigated 70x120 yard multi-purpose fields.
Capital Cost: $1,384,000
Justification: This facility would provide recreational opportunities for the Sherando
Park service area and the entire Frederick County community by reducing the needs gap
between the number of existing passive recreational areas and the number needed to meet
the minimum standards required for our service area. This project will provide trails with
walking and jogging opportunities which ranks as #1 in the 2007 Virginia Outdoors Plan
survey. This project will also provide multi-use playfields for adult and youth programs.
This project is intended to meet the needs of the community as identified in the 2012
Frederick County Parks and Recreation Community Survey.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 17-18.
PRIORITY 8
Community Parks (3)
Description: The Community Park project includes the acquisition of three sites of
approximately thirty-five acres and the subsequent development of four sites (Rose Hill
Park land currently under lease). Developed amenities will ultimately be determined by
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the specific site; however typical development would be as described by Parks and
Recreation.
Capital Cost: $6,352,000
Justification: To reduce the gap between the amount of existing parkland and the
amount of parkland needed to meet the minimum standard for our service area, as
recommended by the 2007 Virginia Outdoors Plan. This project is intended to meet the
needs of the community as identified in the 2012 Frederick County Parks and Recreation
Community Survey. Potential acreage for parkland would be located throughout
Frederick County. The location of this project would provide developed parkland to
create more accessible recreational facilities and opportunities to the residents Frederick
County.
Construction Schedule: FY 16-17.
PRIORITY 9
Neighborhood Parks (3)
Description: The Neighborhood project includes the acquisition of three sites of
approximately ten acres and the subsequent development of these sites. Developed
amenities will ultimately be determined by the specific site; however typical development
would be as described by Parks and Recreation:
Capital Cost: $2,285,000
Justification: To reduce the gap between the amount of existing parkland and the
amount of parkland needed to meet the minimum standard for our service area, as
recommended by the 2007 Virginia Outdoors Plan. This project is intended to meet the
needs of the community as identified in the 2012 Frederick County Parks and Recreation
Community Survey. Potential acreage for parkland would be located in the Urban
Development Area. The location of this project would provide parkland developed to
create more accessible recreational facilities and opportunities to the residents of
Frederick County.
Construction Schedule: FY 16-17.
PRIORITY 10
District Parks (4)
Description: Acquisition of Parkland; 200 acres
Capital Cost: $15,717,000
Justification: To reduce the gap between the amount of existing parkland and the
amount of parkland needed to meet the minimum standard for our service area, as
recommended by the Virginia Outdoors Plan. This project is intended to meet the needs
of the community as identified in the 2012 Frederick County Parks and Recreation
Community Survey. Potential acreage for parkland would be located in all parts of
Frederick County. The location of this project would provide parkland which could be
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developed to create more accessible recreational facilities and opportunities to the
residents of Frederick County.
Construction Schedule: FY 17-18.
PRIORITY 11
Picnic Area- Sherando Park
Description: This project includes a restroom/concession area; four picnic shelters;
playground area; access paths; parking; and landscaping.
Capital Cost: $818,000
Justification: These facilities would be used by the Sherando Park service area. The
Commission is recommending this project be included to address deficiencies in passive
recreation opportunities at Sherando Park. This project is identified in the 2002 Sherando
Park Master Plan and is intended to meet the needs of the community as identified in the
2012 Frederick County Parks and Recreation Community Survey.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 17-18.
PRIORITY 12
Indoor Ice Rink
Description: The Ice Rink project would be approximately 40,000 square feet and
include an indoor area large enough to accommodate a single 200’ x 85’ ice rink, locker
rooms, party/meeting rooms, and concession area and would need approximately 10 acres
to construct. This facility should be located on property owned or proffered to the
County. The ice rink may be co-located with other compatible uses should opportunities
arise, reducing the acreage demand.
Capital Cost: $6,102,000
Justification: There are no public indoor ice rinks in Frederick County and county
residents currently must travel over one hour to use an indoor ice facility. By
constructing the indoor ice rink, it would permit the department to meet competition
needs, instructional needs, citizen programming and leisure demands as well as provide a
nucleus to attract new businesses to the community. This facility would be available to
all area residents. The construction of this project will provide a facility to offer year
round recreational programming for the residents of Frederick County. This project is
intended to meet the needs of the community as identified in the 2012 Frederick County
Parks and Recreation Community Survey.
Construction Schedule: FY 17-18.
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PRIORITY 13
Multi-Generational Community Center
Description: The Field House project would be approximately 44,000 square feet and
include an indoor area large enough to accommodate a 1/16 mile track and a minimum of
two basketball courts. This court area would also be designed for utilization by indoor
soccer, baseball, softball, wrestling, volleyball, tennis and badminton with the installation
of in-floor sleeves and drop curtains or partitions. This area could also be used for
special events such as dances, proms, music festivals, garden and home, outdoor, craft,
antique, quilt, or boat shows, thus providing a flexible facility for a multitude of activities
to take place at one time. The facility would also house a fitness center, multi-purpose
rooms, office, storage, and locker rooms.
Capital Cost: $8,952,000
Justification: Since its inception, the Parks and Recreation Department has relied
significantly on the use of the county public schools to house recreation programs. This
arrangement was adequate when the department first started out, however the department
currently offers over 250 sections of programs, creating a situation where the department
can no longer meet the programming and facility needs of the county residents. A
Community Center facility will facilitate the department to meet citizen programming
demands and provide the area with a facility to attract new businesses to the community.
This facility would be available to all area residents and is intended to meet the needs of
the community as identified in the 2012 Frederick County Parks and Recreation
Community Survey.
Construction Schedule: FY 17-18.
PRIORITY 14
Open Play Area – Clearbrook
Description: This project includes development of a picnic shelter; six horseshoe pits; a
volleyball court; croquet turf; shuffleboard; parking; refurbishing the existing concession
stand; landscaping; peripheral work; and renovations to existing shelters, restrooms,
access paths, and parking areas on the south side of the lake.
Capital Cost: $487,000
Justification: To provide recreational opportunities for the Clearbrook Park service area.
To reduce the gap between the number of existing passive recreational areas and the
number which is needed to meet the minimum standards for our service area. This
project is intended to meet the needs of the community as identified in the 2012 Frederick
County Parks and Recreation Community Survey. Clearbrook Park, currently owned by
Frederick County, offers the best location for this development. With the county already
having ownership of the property, one aspect of the cost of this project has already been
completed. This project, being located at Clearbrook Park, is necessary to meet the needs
of our service area.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 18-19.
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PRIORITY 15
Baseball Field Lighting Upgrade
Description: Upgrade the ball field lighting at both Clearbrook and Sherando Parks
Baseball facilities. The upgrade would involve the removal of the 30/20 FC (footcandle)
level fixtures, lamps, and wood poles and replace with 50/30 FC (footcandle) level
fixtures, lamps and steel poles on (4) four fields at Clearbrook Park and (4) four fields at
Sherando Park. This upgrade is required by Little League International on all little
league fields.
Capital Cost: $1,300,000
Justification: The Parks and Recreation Commission is recommending the ballfield light
system be upgraded to achieve the recommended 50/30 footcandle level lighting on the
playing surface. This will facilitate the provision of recreational opportunities at
Sherando and Clearbrook parks for the service areas which include all Frederick County
residents. The field light fixtures are over twenty-five years old and are affixed to poles,
the majority being over thirty-five years old.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 18-19
PRIORITY 16
Soccer Complex - Sherando Park
Description: Soccer field - 210' x 360' artificial grass surface with goals. Access paths -
1500 LF; 10' wide; asphalt paved. Restroom/concession - 820 SF; masonry with concrete
roof deck; full concession hookup. Plaza - 22,000 SF; 50% paved/50% planted; kiosk.
Picnic shelters (1) - 24' x 24': 6 picnic tables each; concrete pad; wood frame structure;
asphalt shingles. 12 sets of bleachers. Landscaping - 90 shade trees. Lighting - 1 field
(210' x 360')
Capital Cost: $1,141,000
Justification: This facility would be used by the entire Frederick County area. In
addition to its use as a recreational facility, the soccer complex will also be used by the
Frederick County school system. To reduce the gap between the number of existing
soccer fields and the number of fields which are needed to meet the minimum standard
for our service area. This project is intended to meet the needs of the community as
identified in the 2012 Frederick County Parks and Recreation Community Survey.
Sherando Park, currently owned by Frederick County, represents the very best location
for soccer field development. The fact that the county will not have to acquire property
for this facility means that the most costly aspect of this development has already been
completed. Sherando Park also provides a location that is situated in the fastest growing
area of the county and is adjacent to the high school. With joint use of facilities between
the park and school system, the construction of additional soccer fields will benefit both
agencies.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 18-19.
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PRIORITY 17
Tennis/Basketball Complex - Clearbrook Park
Description: This project includes the development of four tennis courts; two basketball
courts; a shelter; access paths; parking; and landscaping.
Capital Cost: $535,000
Justification: Because Clearbrook Park is a regional facility, these facilities will be
available to all county residents. Currently, there are no tennis or basketball courts in the
Clearbrook Park area. This project will reduce the gap between the number of existing
tennis and basketball courts and the number of courts needed to meet the minimum
standards for our service area. Development of this project will also provide this
department with facilities for recreational programs. This project is intended to meet the
needs of the community as identified in the 2012 Frederick County Parks and Recreation
Community Survey. Clearbrook Park, currently owned by Frederick County, provides the
very best location for tennis and basketball court development. Since the county will not
have to acquire property for this facility, the most costly aspect of this development has
already been completed.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 18-19.
PRIORITY 18
Skateboard Park - Sherando Park
Description: This project recommends the development of a skateboard bowl; a half
pipe; an open skate area; vehicle parking; an access road; fencing; and landscaping.
Capital Cost: $522,000
Justification: Requested by the community to provide additional recreational facilities
for the youth of Frederick County at Sherando Park. This project is not mandated by state
or federal requirements, but it is in compliance with the adopted County Comprehensive
Plan for recreational facility development and completes one element of the Master
Development Plan for Sherando Park. This project is intended to meet the needs of the
community as identified in the 2012 Frederick County Parks and Recreation Community
Survey.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 18-19.
PRIORITY 19
Shelter/Stage Seating - Clearbrook Park
Description: This project includes the development of a shelter with a performance
stage; refurbishing existing restrooms and access paths; and renovations to the lake.
Capital Cost: $517,000
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Justification: This facility would be used by the entire county population. Presently,
there are no facilities to accommodate cultural arts programs within the county’s park
system. This project is needed to provide a facility for cultural activities. Clearbrook
Park, currently owned by Frederick County, represents the very best location for
facilitating cultural events. The County will not have to acquire property for this project
means that a significant cost has already been completed. Clearbrook Park, with its
existing park characteristics and cultural features also provides the best location for our
service area.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 19-20.
PRIORITY 20
Fleet Trip Vehicles
Description: The Parks and Recreation Department needs to upgrade the current vehicle
fleet to offer a comprehensive package of trips for Frederick County citizen’s recreation
needs. The addition of the below vehicles would replace the current 1994 bus and 1999
van. These are necessary to adequately offer trip packages and provide reliable
transportation for program participants. Bus #1 – 40-50 Passenger Bus, Bus #2 – 30-40
Passenger Bus, Van #1 – 12 Passenger Van
Capital Cost: $295,000
Justification: To offer a comprehensive package of trips where the population of
Frederick County could begin to rely on the Parks and Recreation Department to meet
their trip needs.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 19-20.
PRIORITY 21
Maintenance Compound and Office – Sherando Park
Description: This project involves the construction of a 1,200 square-foot office and a
3,200 square-foot storage shed for operation at Sherando Park.
Capital Cost: $381,000
Justification: This facility will enable the county to maintain its equipment and facilities
in a more responsible and effective manner. This project will provide an adequate facility
to maintain county equipment and facilities in a responsible and effective manner. There
is a need for more storage, maintenance and office space with the additional
responsibility of maintaining all outdoor facilities at Sherando High School, Armel
Elementary School, Orchard View Elementary School, Bass-Hoover Elementary School,
Middletown Elementary School, R. E. Aylor Middle School, Admiral Byrd Middle
School, Evendale Elementary School, and the Public Safety Facility.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 19-20.
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Handley Regional Library Project Priority List
PRIORITY 1
Northern Frederick County – Gainesboro Library Branch
Description: Construction of a 4,000 to 5,000 sq.ft. branch library, either as a stand
alone facility or co-located with a planned Frederick County facility (e.g. the new middle
school). Initial parking should be for at least 50 vehicles. The proposed location would
be on Rt. 522 in the Gainesboro District, but this could change depending on patterns of
library use and on whether donated land could be located or if co-located with a
Frederick County project already in the early planning stage. This projected branch
would fit per discussions with FCPS on existing property and was outlined in a document
prepared by FCPS students last year.
Capital Cost: $1,749,034
Justification: This branch would serve citizens living in this growing area. In 2013-
2014 Frederick County citizens of all ages checked out 432,795 items. 38,709 Frederick
County residents have library cards and averaged 63.64 % of all materials checked out of
the regional system. 3147 Frederick County residents, adults and children, registered for
library cards for the first time in 2013-2014. Of Frederick County residents over five
years of age (when you can get a library card), approximately 47.6 % of the total have
library cards. This new branch would bring the level of library usage up closer to the
national average level of 58%. This population group is not close to a library in the
regional system. The Library will provide materials and programming for citizens from
toddlers to senior citizens. It will provide recreational and educational materials. It will
be a prime source for homework help since it will be open nights and on weekends when
school libraries are closed. The library will supply computer access via Wi-Fi and via
desktop/laptop computers for word processing, other office applications and for Internet
usage. There will be a meeting room of 425 square feet in which area groups can meet.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 16-17
PRIORITY 2
Frederick County Library Branch – Senseny/Greenwood
Description: Construction of a 10,000 sq.ft. branch library with expansion possible to
15,000 square feet. Initial parking should be for a minimum of 65 vehicles. The
proposed location is yet to be determined and is dependent on future development. The
first step of the project would be the acquisition of the land of 5 to 8 acres.
Capital Cost: TBD
Justification: In 2013-2014 Frederick County citizens of all ages checked out 437,795
items. 38,709 Frederick County residents have library cards and averaged 63.64% of all
materials checked out of the regional system. 3147 Frederick County residents, adults
and children, registered for library cards for the first time in 2013-2014. Of Frederick
County residents over five years of age (when you can get a library card), approximately
48% of the total have library cards. This population group is not close to a library in the
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regional system. This area also lacks a community center that a library with meeting
room could help fill this need. The Library will provide materials and programming for
patrons from toddlers to senior citizens. It will provide recreational and educational
materials. It will be a prime source for homework help since it will be open nights and
on weekends when school libraries are closed. The library will supply internet, Wi-Fi,
and desktop/laptop access for word processing and other office applications for job
searching, business, entertainment, etc. usage. There will be a meeting room of 500
square feet in which area groups can meet.
Construction Schedule: TBD
PRIORITY 3
Frederick County Library Branch - Route 522 South
Description: Construction of a 7,000 sq.ft. branch library with expansion possible to
10,000 square feet. Initial parking should be for a minimum of 35 vehicles. The
proposed location is yet to be determined and is dependent on future development. The
first step of the project would be the acquisition of the land of 3 to 4 acres acre or co-
located with the new High School projected to be built in the same area.
Capital Cost: TBD
Justification: This branch would serve citizens living in this growing area. In 2013-
2014 Frederick County citizens of all ages checked out 437,795 items. 38,709 Frederick
County residents have library cards and averaged 63.64 % of all materials checked out of
the regional system. 3147 Frederick County residents, adults and children, registered for
library cards for the first time in 2013-2014. Of Frederick County residents over five
years of age (when you can get a library card), approximately 48% of the total have
library cards. This population group is not close to a library in the regional system. This
area also lacks a community center that a library with meeting room could help fill this
need. The Library will provide materials and programming for patrons from toddlers to
senior citizens. It will provide recreational and educational materials. It will be a prime
source for homework help since it will be open nights and on weekends when school
libraries are closed. The library will supply computer access via Wi-Fi and via
desktop/laptop computers for word processing, other office applications and for Internet
usage. There will be a meeting room of 425 square feet in which area groups can meet.
Construction Schedule: TBD
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Transportation Committee Project Priority List
Funded Priorities
PRIORITY 1
Interstate 81, Exit 310 Improvements
Description: Construct improvements to Exit 310 interchange.
Capital Cost: $49,121,000
Justification: This is a regional transportation improvement that will address congestion
in many areas of the County and address coming development to the surrounding areas.
Construction Schedule: TBD
PRIORITY 2
Route 277 Widening and Safety Improvements (Ph 1)
Description: Construct a 4-lane divided roadway beginning at I-81 and continuing to
Sherando Park. Project would include realignment of Aylor Road to align with Stickley
Drive.
Capital Cost: $36,082,000
Justification: This is a regional transportation improvement that will address congestion
in the Southern Frederick area and address development to the surrounding areas.
Construction Schedule: 2013-2017
PRIORITY 3
East Tevis Street Extension and Bridge over I-81
Description: Construct a 4-lane divided roadway beginning at Route 522 and going west
approximately 0.2 miles to connect to the road network being constructed by the Russell
150 development. Project includes bridge over Interstate 81.
Capital Cost: $6,000,000
Justification: This is a regional transportation improvement that will address congestion
in many areas of the County and address development to the surrounding area. The
location is as identified by joint planning efforts between the county, VDOT, and the
developer.
Construction Schedule: TBD
Unfunded Priorities
PRIORITY 4
Planning, Engineering, Right-of-Way and Construction Work for Route 37
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Description: This project would be to continue work on the Eastern Route 37 extension.
More specifically, to update the Environmental Impact Statement to the point of a new
Record of Decision and to update the 1992 design plans to address the current alignment,
engineering guidelines, and possible interchange improvements. In addition, this allows
for advanced engineering, right-of-way purchase and construction.
Capital Cost: $300,000,000 +
Justification: This project moves the County closer to completion of a transportation
improvement that would benefit the entire county and surrounding localities.
Construction Schedule: TBD
PRIORITY 5
Interstate 81, Exit 307 Relocation
Description: Construct a relocated Exit 307 interchange.
Capital Cost: $60,000,000
Justification: This is a regional transportation improvement that will address congestion
in many areas of the County and address coming development to the surrounding areas.
Construction Schedule: TBD
PRIORITY 6
Route 277 Widening and Safety Improvements (Ph 2)
Description: Construct a 4-lane divided roadway beginning at I-81 and continuing to
Sherando Park. Project would include realignment of Aylor Road to align with Stickley
Drive.
Capital Cost: $15,000,000
Justification: This is a regional transportation improvement that will address congestion
in the Southern Frederick area and address development to the surrounding areas.
Construction Schedule: 2013-2017
PRIORITY 7
Redbud Road Realignment
Description: Realign Redbud Road from its current location through development land
in the vicinity of Route 11 north and Snowden Bridge Boulevard.
Capital Cost: $2,500,000
Justification: This is a transportation improvement that will have significant impact on
Eastern Frederick County. This project is identified in the adopted Eastern Road Plan.
Construction Schedule: TBD
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PRIORITY 8
Warrior Drive Extension
Description: Construct a 4-lane divided roadway beginning at Route 277 where Warrior
Drive intersects from the north and continuing that roadway south and west to intersect
with I-81 at the location of the relocated Exit 307 interchange.
Capital Cost: $23,200,000
Justification: This is a regional transportation improvement that will address congestion
in the Southern Frederick area and address development to the surrounding areas.
Construction Schedule: TBD
PRIORITY 9
Channing Drive Extension
Description: Construct a 4-lane divided roadway beginning at Senseny Road where
Channing Drive intersects from the north and continuing that roadway south to intersect
with Route 50 East at Independence Drive.
Capital Cost: $20,600,000
Justification: This project has been identified in the Eastern Road Plan, and will address
congestion in Eastern Frederick County and address development to the surrounding
areas.
Construction Schedule: TBD
PRIORITY 10
Brucetown Road/Hopewell Road Alignment and Intersection Improvements
Description: Realign Brucetown Road to meet Hopewell Road at Route 11.
Improvements to this intersection will address comprehensive planned development’s
traffic generation in the area.
Capital Cost: $3,000,000
Justification: This is a transportation improvement that will have significant impact on
the Route 11 corridor. The location is identified by joint planning efforts between the
County and VDOT.
Construction Schedule: TBD
PRIORITY 11
Widening of Route 11 North to the West Virginia State Line
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Description: Improve Route 11 to a divided 4 and 6-lane facility as detailed in the
Eastern Road Plan.
Capital Cost: $47,800,000
Justification: This is a regional transportation improvement that will address congestion
over a large area of the County and address development to the surrounding area. This
project improves the safety for the traveling public by reducing congestion and improving
the flow of traffic.
Construction Schedule: TBD
PRIORITY 12
Senseny Road Widening
Description: Widen Senseny Road to a 4-lane divided roadway. This project is not
dependent upon, but is being coordinated with the implementation of Route 37, Channing
Drive, and development in the area.
Capital Cost: $22,800,000
Justification: This is a transportation improvement that will have significant impact on
Eastern Frederick County. This project is identified in the adopted Eastern Road Plan.
Construction Schedule: TBD
PRIORITY 13
Inverlee Way
Description: Construct a 4-lane divided roadway beginning at Senseny Road and going
south to Route 50 East. This project is being planned in conjunction with improvements
to Senseny Road and surrounding development.
Capital Cost: $10,200,000
Justification: This is a regional transportation improvement that will address congestion
and provide an additional needed link between Senseny Road and Route 50 East.
Construction Schedule: TBD
PRIORITY 14
Fox Drive
Description: Add additional turning lane(s) to Fox Drive where it intersects with Route
522 North.
Capital Cost: $250,000
Justification: This is a transportation improvement that will address congestion at this
intersection.
Construction Schedule: TBD
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PRIORITY 15
Renaissance Drive, Phase 2
Description: Construct a connector road between Route 11 and Shady Elm Drive.
Capital Cost: $2,000,000
Justification: This is a transportation improvement that will address congestion at key
points along Route 11 and Apple Valley Dr. This project is identified in Secondary Road
Improvements Plan.
Construction Schedule: Phase I construction was recently completed.
PRIORITY 16
Frederick County Eastern Road Plan
Description: This project is intended to address all of the planned transportation
improvements in the County Comprehensive Plan, Eastern Road Plan that are not noted
individually above.
Capital Cost: $TBD
Justification: This project prepares the County for future development by addressing the
projects needed to support that development in a manner consistent with the
Comprehensive Plan.
Construction Schedule: N/A
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Winchester Regional Airport Project Priority List
PRIORITY 1
New General Aviation Terminal Construction
Description: The Winchester Regional Airport proposes to construct a new general
aviation terminal building. The new facility will be constructed in a new location slightly
south of the existing terminal building.
Capital Cost: $2,980,000
Justification: Since its opening in the early 1990s, the general aviation terminal building
for the Winchester Regional Airport has had only limited interior work completed.
Interior repairs are necessary due to extensive usage and some damage from water
leaking from the roof prior to its replacement in the Spring of 2006 by necessity. The
heating and cooling systems are approaching 25 years in age and are nearing the end of
their useful life. The exterior of the terminal building is made from Drivet that has failed
in many areas and is generally in fair to poor condition. In addition, the windows are not
energy efficient and several of the window seals have failed. In 2008, a study was
completed to examine needs and costs to renovate the existing terminal building. After
review of the study, the WRAA determined it would be more economical to build a new
energy efficient building slightly east of the existing terminal. The proposed location of
the project will allow enough room to build out a new transient apron during the taxiway
relocation project.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 17-18
PRIORITY 2
Northside Connector
Description: This project proposed to construct a new taxiway connector and a short
partial parallel taxiway on the northwest side of the airfield. The connector would access
the runway at the end of Runway 14 and the parallel taxiway would connect to the
proposed apron and hangar development area on the northside of the airfield.
Capital Cost: $1,250,000
Justification: The Winchester Regional Airport has and continues to experience a
growth in business usage. Over the past several years, businesses have been operating
increasingly larger aircraft. The based aircraft accommodations on the south side of the
airport were developed over 20 years ago, before these larger aircraft were even available
to businesses. Therefore the south side was not developed to accommodate these larger
aircraft. In addition, the airport has effectively "built-out" the available space for any
aircraft hangars on the southside, requiring opening up land on the northside. These
taxiways are the first step in opening up the area for future development of large
corporate hangars.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 15-16
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PRIORITY 3
New Terminal Parking lot
Description: Expand and rehabilitate the existing auto parking at the terminal building.
Capital Cost: $650,000
Justification: Portions of the existing parking lot will be removed as part of the
demolishing of the terminal building.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 17-18
PRIORITY 4
Land Acquisition – Bufflick Road – Parcels 64-A-66
Description: The Winchester Regional Airport Authority proposes to acquire parcel 64-
A-66 on Bufflick Road. This parcel is critical to airport development because a portion is
located within or near the airport primary surfaces.
Capital Cost: $275,000
Justification: Under the FAA part 77 Surface Requirements and the Code of Virginia
15.2, the airport is required to own fee simple property located within the primary
surfaces. There are currently more than 120 based aircraft at the Winchester Regional
Airport. The owners and passengers of these aircraft will have the benefit of increased
safety on the airport once the parcels are acquired and vertical obstructions are
minimized.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 15-16
PRIORITY 5
Land Acquisition – Bufflick Road – Parcels 64-A-67
Description: The Winchester Regional Airport Authority proposes to acquire parcel 64-
A-67 on Bufflick Road. This parcel is critical to airport development because a portion is
located within or near the airport primary surfaces.
Capital Cost: $275,000
Justification: Under the FAA part 77 Surface Requirements and the Code of Virginia
15.2, the airport is required to own fee simple property located within the primary
surfaces. There are currently more than 120 based aircraft at the Winchester Regional
Airport. The owners and passengers of these aircraft will have the benefit of increased
safety on the airport once the parcels are acquired and vertical obstructions are
minimized.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 15-16
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PRIORITY 6
Land Acquisition – Bufflick Road – Parcels 64B-A-33A
Description: The Winchester Regional Airport Authority proposes to acquire parcel
64B-A-33A on Bufflick Road. This parcel is critical to airport development because a
portion is located within or near the airport primary surfaces.
Capital Cost: $175,000
Justification: Under the FAA part 77 Surface Requirements and the Code of Virginia
15.2, the airport is required to own fee simple property located within the primary
surfaces. There are currently more than 120 based aircraft at the Winchester Regional
Airport. The owners and passengers of these aircraft will have the benefit of increased
safety on the airport once the parcels are acquired and vertical obstructions are
minimized.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 15-16
PRIORITY 7
Land Acquisition – Bufflick Road – Parcels 64-A-60
Description: The Winchester Regional Airport Authority proposes to acquire parcel 64-
A-60 on Bufflick Road. This parcel is critical to airport development because a portion is
located within or near the airport primary surfaces.
Capital Cost: $275,000
Justification: Under the FAA part 77 Surface Requirements and the Code of Virginia
15.2, the airport is required to own fee simple property located within the primary
surfaces. There are currently more than 120 based aircraft at the Winchester Regional
Airport. The owners and passengers of these aircraft will have the benefit of increased
safety on the airport once the parcels are acquired and vertical obstructions are
minimized.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 15-16
PRIORITY 8
Land Acquisition – Bufflick Road – Parcels 64B-A-40
Description: The Winchester Regional Airport Authority proposes to acquire parcel
64B-A-40 on Bufflick Road. This parcel is critical to airport development because a
portion is located within or near the airport primary surfaces.
Capital Cost: $175,000
Justification: Under the FAA part 77 Surface Requirements and the Code of Virginia
15.2, the airport is required to own fee simple property located within the primary
surfaces. There are currently more than 120 based aircraft at the Winchester Regional
Airport. The owners and passengers of these aircraft will have the benefit of increased
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safety on the airport once the parcels are acquired and vertical obstructions are
minimized.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 14-15
PRIORITY 9
Land Acquisition – Bufflick Road – Parcels 64-A-64
Description: The Winchester Regional Airport Authority proposes to acquire parcel 64-
A-64 on Bufflick Road. This parcel is critical to airport development because a portion is
located within or near the airport primary surfaces.
Capital Cost: $275,000
Justification: Under the FAA part 77 Surface Requirements and the Code of Virginia
15.2, the airport is required to own fee simple property located within the primary
surfaces. There are currently more than 120 based aircraft at the Winchester Regional
Airport. The owners and passengers of these aircraft will have the benefit of increased
safety on the airport once the parcels are acquired and vertical obstructions are
minimized.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 16-17
PRIORITY 10
Fuel Storage Facility
Description: Construct new fuel storage facility for expansion and to meet DEQ and
EPA requirements.
Capital Cost: $1,000,000
Justification: When the taxiway midfield section is relocated it will cause an
encroachment into the current fuel farm area. In addition relocation of a fuel storage
facility will allow room to add additional storage tanks in the future.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 16-17
PRIORITY 11
Land Acquisition – Bufflick Road – Parcels 64-A-47
Description: The Winchester Regional Airport Authority proposes to acquire parcel 64-
A-47 on Bufflick Road. This parcel is critical to airport development because a portion is
located within or near the airport primary surfaces.
Capital Cost: $300,000
Justification: Under the FAA part 77 Surface Requirements and the Code of Virginia
15.2, the airport is required to own fee simple property located within the primary
surfaces. There are currently more than 120 based aircraft at the Winchester Regional
Airport. The owners and passengers of these aircraft will have the benefit of increased
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safety on the airport once the parcels are acquired and vertical obstructions are
minimized.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 18-19
PRIORITY 12
Land Acquisition – Bufflick Road – Parcels 64-A- 49
Description: The Winchester Regional Airport Authority proposes to acquire parcel 64-
A-49 on Bufflick Road. This parcel is critical to airport development because a portion is
located within or near the airport primary surfaces.
Capital Cost: $300,000
Justification: Under the FAA part 77 Surface Requirements and the Code of Virginia
15.2, the airport is required to own fee simple property located within the primary
surfaces. There are currently more than 120 based aircraft at the Winchester Regional
Airport. The owners and passengers of these aircraft will have the benefit of increased
safety on the airport once the parcels are acquired and vertical obstructions are
minimized.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 18-19
PRIORITY 13
Land Acquisition – Bufflick Road – Parcels 64-A-50
Description: The Winchester Regional Airport Authority proposes to acquire parcel 64-
A-50 on Bufflick Road. This parcel is critical to airport development because a portion is
located within or near the airport primary surfaces.
Capital Cost: $300,000
Justification: Under the FAA part 77 Surface Requirements and the Code of Virginia
15.2, the airport is required to own fee simple property located within the primary
surfaces. There are currently more than 120 based aircraft at the Winchester Regional
Airport. The owners and passengers of these aircraft will have the benefit of increased
safety on the airport once the parcels are acquired and vertical obstructions are
minimized.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 18-19
PRIORITY 14
Land Acquisition – Bufflick Road – Parcels 64B-A-51
Description: The Winchester Regional Airport Authority proposes to acquire parcel 64-
A-51 on Bufflick Road. This parcel is critical to airport development because a portion is
located within or near the airport primary surfaces.
Capital Cost: $235,000
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Justification: Under the FAA part 77 Surface Requirements and the Code of Virginia
15.2, the airport is required to own fee simple property located within the primary
surfaces. There are currently more than 120 based aircraft at the Winchester Regional
Airport. The owners and passengers of these aircraft will have the benefit of increased
safety on the airport once the parcels are acquired and vertical obstructions are
minimized.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 18-19
PRIORITY 15
Land Acquisition – Bufflick Road – Parcels 64-A-52
Description: The Winchester Regional Airport Authority proposes to acquire parcel 64-
A-52 on Bufflick Road. This parcel is critical to airport development because a portion is
located within or near the airport primary surfaces.
Capital Cost: $300,000
Justification: Under the FAA part 77 Surface Requirements and the Code of Virginia
15.2, the airport is required to own fee simple property located within the primary
surfaces. There are currently more than 120 based aircraft at the Winchester Regional
Airport. The owners and passengers of these aircraft will have the benefit of increased
safety on the airport once the parcels are acquired and vertical obstructions are
minimized.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 18-19
PRIORITY 16
Land Acquisition – Bufflick Road – Parcels 64 A 59
Description: The Winchester Regional Airport Authority proposes to acquire parcel 64
A 59 on Bufflick Road. This parcel is critical to airport development because a portion is
located within or near the airport primary surfaces.
Capital Cost: $300,000
Justification: Under the FAA part 77 Surface Requirements and the Code of Virginia
15.2, the airport is required to own fee simple property located within the primary
surfaces. There are currently more than 120 based aircraft at the Winchester Regional
Airport. The owners and passengers of these aircraft will have the benefit of increased
safety on the airport once the parcels are acquired and vertical obstructions are
minimized.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 18-19
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PRIORITY 17
Northside Service Road
Description: This project proposes to construct a two lane service road around the end of
Runway 14. The road will be approximately 1/2 to 3/4 miles in length so that vehicles
stay clear of navigational aid critical areas. It is proposed that the road will be 2 lanes.
Capital Cost: $400,000
Justification: The approved airport layout plan shows new development occurring on the
northside of the runway. By having aircraft ground operations and storage on both sides
of the airfield (north and south), ground vehicle traffic requiring access to both sides of
the airfield will be generated. The traffic will include fueling truck operations and
personnel activities for general maintenance. The FAA encourages the construction of
service roads around aircraft activity areas, especially the runways, to prevent
unauthorized ground vehicle access to aircraft movement areas and to promote a safer
operating environment. The service road, located on the west side of the airport (Runway
14 end) will accomplish these goals.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 18-19
PRIORITY 18
Taxiway (A) Relocation
Description: The relocation of Taxiway "A" is part of the overall Airport upgrade to
meet safety design standards for a Group III airport. This relocation will improve the
serviceability and safety of the airport in regards to ground operations for larger jet
aircraft. Due to the complex task of relocating the entire 5,500' taxiway, the project has
been broken down into two phases - Phase I will begin at the 32 approach end of the
runway and continue to the terminal building located midfield. Phase II will continue
from the terminal building to the approach end of runway 14. The project will be broken
down into sections within the phases based on pavement conditions, demand and
availability of funding from the Federal Aviation Administration.
Capital Cost: $9,650,000
Justification: The relocation of Taxiway A is necessary to increase the Airport’s ability
to accommodate larger aircraft. This project also will improve the serviceability of the
Airport for larger aircraft wishing to use the airport.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 19+
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County Administration Project Priority List
PRIORITY 1
Clearbrook Convenience Site Relocation
Description: The relocation of the Clearbrook citizens’ convenience site to property
located within the Clearbrook community is planned for the FY 16/17. The current two
acre facility is now situated on quarry land and is the beneficiary of a no-cost lease which
ends December 31, 2015. The Quarry has asked that the County vacate this property by
the end of 2016. Although the original lease agreement and options were extended by the
previous owner, O-N Minerals which planned to long wall mine below the surface. Due
to Carmeuse’s intention to use an open pit approach during its quarry expansion, the
convenience site will be forced to relocate to another site in the Clear Brook/Stephenson
community, likely within the next two years.
Capital Cost: $377,850
Justification: Planned quarry expansion will mandate that current facility be relocated,
preferably on county-owned land in the Clear Brook/Stephenson community.
Construction Schedule: Start in FY 16-17
PRIORITY 2
Albin Convenience Site Relocation
Description: The relocation of the Albin citizens’ convenience site to property located
within the Sunnyside/Albin community is projected for FY 17/18. A fenced two-acre site
will be constructed between North Frederick Pike and Indian Hollow Road on county-
owned property in close proximity to the existing site, ideally on a portion of the former
FCPS bus garage property. The project will require several months to complete including
fencing, earthwork, retaining walls, electric, equipment, lighting, paving and landscaping.
Capital Cost: $442,850
Justification: During August of 2014, 15,325 vehicles visited the Albin facility, making
it the single most utilized solid waste facility outside of the landfill. The site serves a
geographic area extending from Sunnyside to Cedar Creek Grade westward to
Gainesboro. It is easily accessible from Route 37 and North Frederick Pike. The total
number of vehicles using the facility, an average of 568 a day, is consistent with 2013
figures. On Fridays and weekends this number can reach close to 700. As trash disposal
and the resulting traffic continue to increase, the present infrastructure will be unable to
safely service the public. During the holidays, the site requires two attendants in order to
efficiently move traffic. However, lines still back out onto Indian Hollow Road, creating
a hazard noted several times by the Sheriff’s Office. For residents living between Cedar
Creek Grade and Apple Pie Ridge Road, curbside pickup is costly, prompting heavy
utilization of the convenience site which attracts a mix of users from the suburbs and
rural community. A number of users are those from the more western end disposing of
their trash when traveling into Winchester. Avid recyclers from Westminster-Canterbury,
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Shenandoah University’s Pharmacy School and SU students living in nearby townhouses
also frequent the facility.
Construction Schedule: Start in FY 16-17
PRIORITY 3
Gore Refuse Site Relocation/Expansion
Description: The project will expand refuse capacity in the Gore community by
installing a surplus trash compactor. Installation of a compactor at Gore will drive down
collection costs at the site where trash is now collected in 10 8-yard boxes. In order to
accomplish this, and account for improved traffic flow and the construction of compactor
and recycling staging areas, the site will be expanded onto an adjoining parcel owned by
the county.
Capital Cost: $349,550
Justification: A total of 3,118 vehicles utilized the facility during the month of August,
2014. On a typical Saturday, usage peaks to 137 vehicles. The project will pay for itself
in lower refuse collection costs through compaction of solid waste before transport. Also,
with a compactor in place, refuse will be contained in an enclosed receiver can, reducing
blowing litter and odor and vectors, all of which can be a problem when using open
collection cans. The project will also provide much-needed capacity during heavy flow
times such as weekends and holidays. All 10 containers now fill to capacity during
Saturdays and Sundays. Numerous times, the site has closed early on Sundays when
capacity is reached. A 40-yard roll-off is used during the holidays to contain excess trash,
another additional expense. An upgraded site will meet the current and future solid waste
management needs of the Gore community.
Construction Schedule: Start in FY 17-18
PRIORITY 4
General Government Capital Expenditures
Description: This project consists of a revolving fund in the amount of $1,000,000 for
the benefit of General Governmental Capital Expenditures. It is the intention of this
capital expenditure fund to be for the purpose of purchasing capital equipment for
governmental agencies and to allow for improvements to general governmental facilities.
Such expenditures may be less than the established $100,000 departmental threshold. It
was determined that the inclusion of such a project would be beneficial in ensuring that
this significant capital expense is identified in the County’s capital planning and budget
process. This project is for the benefit of the County Governmental Entities participating
in the CIP but does not include individual Volunteer Fire and Rescue Companies.
Capital Cost: $1,000,000
Justification: The inclusion of this capital expenditure fund for the purpose of
purchasing capital equipment for governmental agencies and to allow for improvements
to general governmental facilities will enable the County to meet the requirements of the
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Code of Virginia with regards to the collection and disbursement of cash proffers
accepted on behalf of the governmental entities.
Construction Schedule: N/A
PRIORITY 5
County/School Board Administration Building
Description: This project consists of a County/School Board Administration Building,
to be located generally in the County’s Urban Development Area. The Joint
Administrative Office Complex project is for a new 150,000 square foot office building
shared with the County Schools Administration. The Schools’ portion would be 50,000
square feet.
Capital Cost: TBD
Justification: The inclusion of this capital facility will allow for improvements to
general governmental facilities and services for the benefit of the residents of Frederick
County and will meet the increasing need for office space, meeting space, and
government services in an accessible location.
Construction Schedule: TBD
PRIORITY 6
Joint Judicial Center Renovation/New Facility
Description: This new project consists of an expansion to the existing Joint Judicial
Center, to be located generally in the City of Winchester or in the County’s Urban
Development Area. This is a two-phased project; phase one includes the $4,065,000
renovation to the existing Joint Judicial Center, Phase two is the further renovation and/or
reconstruction of facilities.
Capital Cost: $24,065,500
Justification: The inclusion of this capital facility will allow for improvements to
general governmental facilities and services for the benefit of the residents of Frederick
County and will meet the increasing need for office space, meeting space, and
government services in an accessible location. The need for this project has been
established through ongoing communication with the court system and the City of
Winchester.
Construction Schedule: Start in FY 15-16
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Fire & Rescue Project Priority List
PRIORITY 1
Fire & Rescue Station #22 / Annex Facilities (Route 277)
Description: Construct a two bay Fire and Rescue Station with satellite Sheriff’s office
and the potential for office and meeting room space for the County and community. The
station will be located in the area of Fairfax Pike, White Oak Road, and Tasker Road to
provide service for the heavy growth area east of Stephens City. An approximate three-
acre site will be needed to accommodate this facility. The fire station will be
approximately a 10,000 sq ft facility to house an engine and ambulance. Those who
would occupy the facility will determine the size of the satellite office and meeting room
space. This facility is specifically identified in the Route 277 Triangle and Urban Center
Land Use Plan approved in 2008.
Capital Cost: $3,400,000
Justification: This development is scheduled to be an active adult resort gated
community with age restrictions on 80% of the homes above 55 and the other 20% above
45. The developer‘s master plan will allow for 2,130 individual dwelling units using a
mix of housing types.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 16-17
PRIORITY 2
Fire & Rescue Station #22 / Apparatus (Route 277)
Description: Purchase one (1) custom pumper equipped and one (1) custom Type I
Advanced Life Support (A.L.S.) capable ambulance equipped to be assigned to Fire and
Rescue Station 22.
Capital Cost: $905,000
Justification: This fire and rescue apparatus will be assigned to Fire and Rescue Station
22 located on Fairfax Pike East in the Stephens City area of Frederick County. The
pumper will be built to N.F.P.A. 1901 specifications and equipped with all of the required
and necessary equipment to function as a Class A Pumper. The ambulance will be built
to the Federal KKK-A-1822E specifications and equipped with all of the required and
necessary equipment to function as an Advanced Life Support ambulance. This fire and
rescue apparatus is needed due to the fact that the Fire and Rescue Department currently
owns one (1) pumper and one (1) ladder truck that are twenty (20) plus years of age and
already assigned to other functions. The currently owned fire and rescue apparatus
would not endure the demands placed on it while being assigned to a high call volume.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 16-17
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PRIORITY 3
Fire & Rescue Station #23 / New Facility (Crosspointe)
Description: This project consists of a 10,000 square foot fire station to accommodate 4
pieces of emergency equipment, and to house living and sleeping areas for staff. This
project also has the potential for office and meeting room space for the County and
community with an additional 2,000 square feet of building area. A two and ½ acre parcel
should be sufficient for building, parking and amenities for approximately 20 to 30
persons. The project is located at Crosspointe Center at the end of current Rt. 37 South,
an area of proposed high density residential development, and commercial development.
Capital Cost: $3,700,000
Justification: The proposed location at the South end of Route 37 provides for quick and
easy access to Interstate 81 North and South at the 310 Exit. Access and response on Rt.
37 will be greatly enhanced from I81 to Route 50 West in the Northbound Lane.
Currently Stephens City and Round Hill Volunteer Fire and Rescue Companies serve the
area. This location also provides easy access to Rt.11 and the Kernstown area along with
access to Middle Road and Subdivisions of Brookneil, Stonebrook, and Jacksons Woods.
These subdivisions have large single family homes in an area of Frederick County
outside of the UDA. Water supplies are scarce in these areas and a rapid response from
this proposed facility will likely reduce property damage from fire and response times for
Medical Emergencies. Major collector roads such as Tasker Road and Warrior Drive
along with the proposed extension of Rt. 37 and new roadways in the development will
provide quick access to additional homes and businesses in areas including Front Royal
Pike, Papermill Road. These roadway construction efforts will provide for an increased
level of quality emergency service to the citizens in this entire area.
Construction Schedule: To be determined.
PRIORITY 4
Fire & Rescue Regional Training Center
Description: Construct a Regional Public Safety Training Center potentially consisting
of an administrative building, multi-story burn building, multi-story training tower,
vehicle driving range, shooting range, and numerous other training props. This project
will incorporate emergency medical services, fire, hazardous materials, rescue, law
enforcement, industrial, and educational institutions located in Clarke County, Frederick
County, Shenandoah County, Warren County, Winchester City, State Agencies, Federal
Agencies, and potentially jurisdictions within the State of West Virginia.
Capital Cost: $31,175,000
Justification: This project will facilitate realistic training in today’s modern environment
for emergency services and industrial personnel located throughout the Northern
Shenandoah Valley and expanding into the State of West Virginia. This project will
reinforce existing training programs in those respective agencies and jurisdictions as well
as facilitate training that is currently not available within the Northern Shenandoah
Valley which causes students and instructors to travel into the Washington Metropolitan
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region. The number of potential personnel being trained at this Training Center is
potentially in the thousands based upon training statistics provided in July 2007 by the
participating agencies.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 20-21
PRIORITY 5
Fire and Rescue Station (#24) Relocation
Description: Construct a three (3) bay fire and rescue station with satellite County
Offices. This station is intended to be located on or near Redland Road in the area of
Lake Holiday either at a site provided by Lake Holiday or other tract in the vicinity. An
approximate three to four acre site is necessary for a 10,000 square foot facility, to house
a fire engine, and ambulance and rescue boat.
Capital Cost: $3,750,000
Justification: The Lake Holiday Development is scheduled to have a final build-out of
2,800 single family homes.
Construction Schedule: To be determined
PRIORITY 6
Clear Brook Fire and Rescue Station (#13) Relocation
Description: A new facility is proposed to be built on property located south of
Brucetown Road. The building is to be four (4) drive-through bays, administration, eating
and sleeping facilities along with a dining hall. The estimated size of the structure is to
be approximately 28,000 square feet.
Capital Cost: $4,396,000
Justification: At the current time we have outgrown our facility and with the equipment
that we have to provide the service to our community for property and health protection
and with the staffing needs and fund raising operations our current facility is in need of
upgrading/updating. We have an option to swap land with the Quarry and propose to
build a new facility on that property or remain at the current location and build on our
own property to the east and remove the current building and extend the parking to the
west.
Construction Schedule: To be determined
Fire & Rescue Company Capital Project Requests
Capital Equipment Fire & Rescue – Vehicles & Equipment
Description: This new project consists of a revolving fund in the amount of $1,000,000
for the benefit of Fire and Rescue Services. It is the intention of this capital expenditure
fund to be for the purpose of purchasing additional and replacement capital equipment
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fire and rescue vehicles and equipment. It was determined that the inclusion of such a
project would be beneficial in ensuring that this significant capital expense is identified in
the County’s capital planning and budget process. This project is primarily for the
benefit of the individual Volunteer Fire and Rescue Companies.
Capital Cost: $1,000,000
Justification: The inclusion of this capital expenditure fund for the purpose of
purchasing additional and replacement capital equipment fire and rescue vehicles and
equipment will enable the County to meet the requirements of the Code of Virginia with
regards to the collection and disbursement of cash proffers accepted on behalf of the fire
and rescue companies.
Construction Schedule: N/A
The following requests have been added to the CIP in no particular order:
Individual Fire & Rescue Company Capital Equipment Requests.
Greenwood Vol. Fire & Rescue Company
Office and Living Quarters Project
Project Cost: $550,000
Greenwood Vol. Fire & Rescue Company
Apparatus ventilation system project
Project Cost: $550,000
Middletown Vol. Fire & Rescue Company
Life Pack x 3
Project Cost: $100,000
Middletown Vol. Fire & Rescue Company
Rescue Engine Replacement
Project Cost: $790,000
North Mountain Vol. Fire & Rescue Company
Building Expansion
Project Cost: $342,766
CIP Project and Cost Comparison
2015-2016 v 2014-2015
Public Schools
Parks and Recreation
Regional Library
Transportation
Airport
County Administration
Fire and Rescue
Fire and Rescue Companies
Key:New Project
Removed Project
CIP Project and Cost
Comparison
Public Schools
2015-2016 2015-2016 CIP Projects 2015-2016 Total Project Costs
Elementary School #12 $32,400,000Armel Elementary School
Addition and Renovation
Robert E. Aylor Middle School $31,000,000
Addition and Renovation
Fourth High School $91,900,000
James Wood High School Renov.TBD
Sherando High School Parking Lot & Softball Field Improvements TBDDowell J. Howard CenterAddition and Renovation TBD
Apple Pie Ridge Elementary
Phase 2 Renovation 8,900,000
Bass Hoover Elementary
Phase 2 Renovation $9,000,000County/School Board Administration Building TBDIndian Hollow Elementary
Addition and Renovation TBD
Elementary School #13 $24,700,000
Fifth Middle School 49,500,000
# of projects 12 $247,400,000
2014-2015 2014-2015 CIP Projects 2014-2015 Total Project Costs
Replacement Frederick County $49,500,000
Middle School
Robert E. Aylor Middle School $25,000,000
Addition and Renovation $70,000,000
Fourth High School
Sherando High School Parking Lot $5,000,000& Softball Field Improvements $10,000,000
James Wood High School Renov.TBDElementary School #12 TBDArmel Elementary School Addition
Apple Pie Ridge Elementary TBD
Phase 2 RenovationCounty/School Board TBDAdministration Building
Bass Hoover Elementary TBD
Phase 2 RenovationIndian Hollow Elementary TBD
Addition and Renovation TBD
Fifth Middle School TBD
Elementary School #13 TBD
# of projects 13 $159,500,000
CIP Project and Cost
Comparison
Parks and Recreation
2015-2016 2015-2016 CIP Projects 2015-2016 Total Project Costs
Clearbrook & Sherando Water Slide/Spray Ground $1,352,000SherandoAccess Road w/Parking/Trails $1,567,000
Indoor Aquatic Facility $15,163,000
Snowden Bridge Park Developmen $3,161,000SherandoSoftball Complex $682,000Abrams Creek Greenway Trail $2,935,000SherandoLake/Trails/Parking- 2 Fields $1,384,000Community Parks (3)$6,352,000Neighborhood Parks (3)$2,285,000District Parks (4)$15,717,000SherandoPicnic Areas $818,000Indoor Ice Rink $6,102,000Community Center $8,952,000ClearbrookOpen Play Areas $487,000Baseball Field Lighting Upgrade $1,300,000
Soccer/Multi Use Fields $1,141,000ClearbrookTennis/Basketball Complex $535,000SherandoSkateboard Park $522,000ClearbrookShelter Stage $517,000
Fleet Trip Vehicles $295,000SherandoMaintenance Compound $381,000
# of projects 21 $71,648,000
2014-2015 2014-2015 CIP Projects 2014-2015 Total Project Costs
Clearbrook & Sherando Baseball Field Lighting Upgrade $1,300,000Clearbrook & Sherando Water Slide/Spray Ground $1,251,208SherandoAccess Road w/Parking/Trails $1,540,626Abrams Creek Greenway Trail $1,252,558SherandoLake/Trails/Parking- 2 Fields $1,360,610Community Parks (5)$2,694,306Neighborhood Parks (3)$447,928
Indoor Aquatic Facility $15,163,000
Park Land Eastern Fred. Co.$4,490,510
Park Land Western Fred. Co.$3,367,728District Parks (Northeast and Sou $7,858,238SherandoPicnic Areas $804,243Indoor Ice Rink $6,000,000Community CenterClearbrookOpen Play Areas $478,565SherandoSoccer/Multi Use Fields $1,121,998SherandoSoftball Complex $671,062ClearbrookTennis/Basketball Complex $526,355SherandoSkateboard Park $513,089ClearbrookShelter Stage $508,402
Fleet Trip Vehicles $290,000SherandoMaintenance Compound $8,802,605
# of projects 22 60,443,031
CIP Project and Cost
Comparison
Regional Library
2015-2016 2015-2016 CIP Projects 2015-2016 Total Project Costs
Gainesboro Library $1,749,034
Senseny/Greenwood Library TBD
Route 522 South LibraryBranch TBD
# of projects 3 $1,749,034
2014-2015 2014-2015 CIP Projects 2014-2015 Total Project Costs
Bowman Library Sidewalk $42,880
Gainesboro Library $2,279,575
Senseny/Greenwood Library TBD
Route 522 South LibraryBranch TBD
# of projects 4 $2,322,455
CIP Project and Cost
Comparison
Transportation
2015-2016 2015-2016 CIP Projects 2015-2016 Total Project Costs
Funded Priorities
I-81 Exit 310 Improvements $49,121,000
Route 277, Fairfax Pike, Widening
and Safety Improvements (ph 1)$36,082,000
East Tevis Street Extension and
Bridge over 81 $6,000,000
Unfunded Priorities
Route 37 Engineering & Construction $300,000,000
I-81 Exit 307 Relocation $60,000,000
Route 277, Fairfax Pike, Widening
and Safety Improvements (ph 2)$15,000,000Redbud Road Realignment $2,500,000
Warrior Drive Extension $23,200,000
Channing Drive Extension $20,600,000
Brucetown/Hopewell Realign.$3,000,000
Widening of Route 11 North $47,800,000
Senseny Road Widening $22,800,000
Inverlee Way $10,200,000
Fox Drive $250,000
Rennaisance Drive $2,000,000Eastern Road Plan Improvements TBD
# of projects 16 $598,553,000
2014-2015 2014-2015 CIP Projects 2014-2015 Total Project Costs
Funded Priorities
I-81 Exit 310 Improvements $48,000,000
Route 277, Fairfax Pike, Widening
and Safety Improvements (ph 1)$40,000,000
East Tevis Street Extension and
Bridge over 81 $6,000,000
Unfunded Priorities
Route 37 Engineering & Construction $300,000,000
I-81 Exit 307 Relocation $60,000,000
Route 277, Fairfax Pike, Widening
and Safety Improvements (ph 2)$15,000,000Redbud Road Realignment $2,500,000
Warrior Drive Extension $23,200,000
Channing Drive Extension $20,600,000
Brucetown/Hopewell Realign.$3,000,000
Widening of Route 11 North $47,800,000
Senseny Road Widening $22,800,000
Inverlee Way $10,200,000
Fox Drive $250,000
Rennaisance Drive $2,000,000Eastern Road Plan Improvements TBD
# of projects 16 $507,350,000
CIP Project and
Cost Comparison
Airport
2015-2016 2015-2016 CIP Projects 2015-2016 Total Project Costs
New General Avaiation Terminal $2,980,000
Northside Connector $1,250,000
New Terminal Parking Lot 650,000
Land Parcel 64-A-66 $275,000
Land Parcel 64-A-67 $275,000
Land Parcel 64B-A-33A $175,000Land Parcel 64-A-60 $275,000
Land Parcel 64B-A-40 $175,000Land Parcel 64-A-64 275,000Fuel Storage Facility 1,000,000
Land Parcel 64B-A-47 $300,000
Land Parcel 64-A-49 300000
Land Parcel 64-A-50 300,000
Land Parcel 64B-A-51 $235,000
Land Parcel 64B-A-52 $300,000
Land Parcel 64-A-59 $300,000
North Side Svc Road 400000Taxiway "A" Relocation $9,650,000
# of projects 18 19,115,000
2014-2015 2014-2015 CIP Projects 2014-2015 Total Project Costs
Land Parcel 64-A-69 235,000
Land Parcel 64-A-70, 64-A-71 525,000
Land Parcel 64B-A-40 175,000
Land Parcel 64B-A-51 235,000
New General Avaiation Terminal 3,030,000
Northside Connector 1,550,000New Terminal Parking Lot 650,000
Land Parcel 64-A-66 275,000Land Parcel 64-A-67 275,000
Land Parcel 64B-A-33A 175,000Land Parcel 64-A-60 275,000
Land Parcel 64-A-63 275,000Land Parcel 64-A-64 275,000Fuel Storage Facility 1,000,000
Land Parcel 64B-A-47 300,000
Land Parcel 64-A-49 300,000
Land Parcel 64-A-50 300,000
Land Parcel 64B-A-52 300,000Land Parcel 64-A-59 300,000
North Side Svc Road 400,000Taxiway "A" Relocation 9,650,000
# of projects 21 20,500,000
CIP Project and Cost
Comparison
County Administration
2015-2016 2015-2016 CIP Projects 2015-2016 Total Project Costs
Clearbrook Convenience Site $377,850
Albin Convenience Site $442,850
Relocation/Expansion Gore Site $349,550General Government Capital Expenditu $1,000,000County/School Board Administration Building TBDJoint Judicial Center Renovation / New Facility $24,065,500
# of projects 6 $26,235,750
2014-2015 2014-2015 CIP Projects 2014-2015 Total Project Costs
Albin Citizens Center $378,850
Relocation/Expansion Gore Site $241,550General Government Capital Expenditu $1,000,000County/School Board TBDAdministration Building
# of projects 4 $1,620,400
CIP Project and
Cost Comparison
Fire and Rescue Department
2015-2016 2015-2016 CIP Projects 2015-2016 Total Project Costs
Fire & Rescue Station #22 (277)$3,400,000F&R Station #22 (277) Apparatus $905,000Fire & Rescue Station #23 $3,700,000
Regional Training Center $31,175,000Fire & Rescue Station #24 (Gainesboro)$3,750,000
Station #13 (Clearbrook) Relocation $4,396,000
# of projects 6 $47,326,000
2014-2015 2014-2015 CIP Projects 2014-2015 Total Project Costs
Fire & Rescue Station #22 (277)$3,400,000Fire & Rescue Station #22 (277) Apparatus $905,000Fire & Rescue Station #23 $3,700,000
Regional Training Center $31,175,000Fire & Rescue Station #24 (Gainesboro)$3,750,000
Station #15 (Round Hill) Relocation $4,281,696
Station #13 (Clearbrook) Relocation $4,396,000
# of projects 7 $51,607,696
CIP Project and
Cost Comparison
Fire and Rescue Companies
2015-2016 2015-2016 CIP Projects 2015-2016 Total Project Costs
Fire & Rescue Capital Equipment $1,000,000* See Fire & Rescue Company Requests (<$100K)
Apparatus Ventilation System for Greenwood Vol. Fire & Rescue Co.$550,000Office and Living Quarters for Greenwood Vol. Fire & Rescue Co.$550,000Life Pack x3 for Middletown Vol. Fire & Rescue Co.$100,000Rescue Engine Replacement for Middletown Vol. Fire & Rescue Co.$800,000
North Mountain Fire & Rescue Co.Building Expansion $342,766
# of projects 6 $3,342,766
2014-2015 2014-2015 CIP Projects 2014-2015 Total Project Costs
Fire & Rescue Capital Equipment $1,000,000* See Fire & Rescue Company Requests (<$100K)
Apparatus Ventilation System for Greenwood Vol. Fire & Rescue Co.$550,000Office and Living Quarters for Greenwood Vol. Fire & Rescue Co.$550,000Life Pack x3 for Middletown Vol. Fire & Rescue Co.$100,000Rescue Engine Replacement for Middletown Vol. Fire & Rescue Co.$790,000
North Mountain Fire & Rescue Co.Building Expansion $314,766
# of projects 6 $3,304,766
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COUNTY of FREDERICK
Department of Planning and Development
540/ 665-5651
Fax: 540/ 665-6395
107 North Kent Street, Suite 202 • Winchester, Virginia 22601-5000
MEMORANDUM
TO: Planning Commission
FROM: Michael T. Ruddy, AICP
Deputy Director
RE: Planning Commission Public Hearing
2014 Comprehensive Policy Plan Amendment (CPPA).
CPPA #01-14, Blain Properties Sewer and Water Service Area
(SWSA) Inclusion; Parcels 33-A-113 and 33-A-124.
Amendment to also include parcels 33-A-78A, 33-A-114B, 33-A-
114C, 33-A-77B, 33-A-123A, and 33-A- 123B.
DATE: February 6, 2015
This 140 acre expansion of the Sewer and Water Service Area (SWSA) draft amendment
to the 2030 Comprehensive Plan is presented to the Planning Commission for public
hearing. The Board of Supervisors, at their January 28, 2015 meeting directed the
Frederick County Planning Commission to hold a public hearing and forward a
recommendation to the Board of Supervisors regarding this SWSA amendment to serve
the Blain Properties and several surrounding parcels, and associated text. Following the
public hearing, a recommendation to the Board of Supervisors would be appropriate.
Proposed amendment.
As a result of this year’s CPPA application, CPPA #01-14, Blain Properties Sewer and
Water Service Area (SWSA) Inclusion; Parcels 33-A-113 and 33-A-124,
the following
amendment is proposed to the Sewer and Water Service Area.
A change to the SWSA boundary to include approximately 140 additional acres in
the vicinity of the Blain properties to the SWSA. The additional properties
include parcels; 33-A-78A, 33-A-114B, 33-A-114C, 33-A-77B, 33-A-123A, and
33-A-123B.
This is a draft amendment to the 2030 Comprehensive Plan, Appendix I - Area Plans,
The Northeast Frederick Land Use Plan. The properties are currently designated with a
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commercial and industrial land use. The SWSA is currently located only in the southern
portion of this area; adjacent to the Interstate interchange.
Attached you will find a map indicating the proposed modification of the SWSA which
results in approximately 140 additional acres being included in the SWSA. The properties
are generally south of Cedar Hill Road, Route 671, north of Hopewell Road, Route 672,
and west of Interstate 81, and are located in the Stonewall District. In addition, locator
maps and the application have been included. As noted, additional properties have been
identified in the map for inclusion in the SWSA. These additional properties were
identified through the CPPC, PC, and BOS discussions.
An additional map has been provided which shows the proposed additional area of
SWSA in a hatched pattern. This has been done to help clarify the area of SWSA
expansion.
The expansion of the Sewer and Water Service Area (SWSA) would allow future
commercial, industrial, and institutional uses to develop with the benefit of public water
and sewer. The responsibility for extending the sewer and water infrastructure would be
that of the developer. The SWSA alone, without the benefit of the Urban Development
Area (UDA) designation, would not enable residential development with the benefit of
public water and sewer. This would include residential development with a Rural Area
(RA) zoning designation. This is particularly important in this location as future
residential development is not anticipated by the 2030 Comprehensive Plan.
Background.
The Planning Department received one Comprehensive Policy Plan Amendment (CPPA)
request by this year’s June 1, 2014 deadline.
CPPA #01-14, Blain Properties Sewer and Water Service Area (SWSA)
Inclusion; Parcels 33-A-113 and 33-A-124. A 97.55 acre change to the
boundary of the Sewer and Water Service Area (SWSA) to include the above
parcels.
The Board of Supervisors held a joint work session with the Planning Commission to
discuss the Comprehensive Policy Plan Amendment application. Following the Board
and Commission’s discussion, the Board directed the Blain request through the public
planning and review process with additional study.
The Comprehensive Plans and Programs Committee initially reviewed this request at
their June 9, 2014 meeting. The CPPC felt that this application warranted further study
and recommended that the proposed SWSA boundary take into consideration all
properties in this location that have a commercial or industrial future land use
designation.
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The applicant stated that the desire of his client was to set up the property for future
development, either by himself or in conjunction with a developer. The Frederick County
Sanitation Authority (FCSA) had provided input on this and two other properties in the
area and had expressed concerns regarding the service of this property. The Applicant
recognized that a pump station and water and sewer lines were recently installed on the
west side of Interstate 81 with the development of the adjacent church property. The
CPPC members discussed that the SWSA line was an indication of intent for future
development. However, changing the SWSA would not guarantee the approval of a
rezoning in the future. Transportation in the area would be a big consideration in future
land use decisions. The CPPC members expressed that it would be wise to include all the
property in the quadrant in the SWSA modification request and to clean up the lines
consistent with property lines.
The Comprehensive Plans and Programs Committee endorsed this request at their
November 10, 2014 meeting. The CPPC recommended that the road alignment and land
use areas be modified slightly to ensure that the road was in a logical location consistent
with the property line and existing road and that the areas of land use were complete
within the SWSA, with no empty spaces and utilizing the future road as a logical
boundary between the industrial and commercial future land uses. The map has been
updated to reflect this. In addition, the CPPC expressed that it would be helpful to include
language to this effect in the amended land use plan.
Suggested language:
The area of land use northwest of Exit 321, Interstate 81, Hopewell Road, and
south of Cedar Hill Road is commercial and industrial in character. In general,
the north–south major collector road that has been identified and is necessary to
support this area of land use serves as a boundary between the commercial and
industrial land uses. Flexibility should be offered in the final balance and location
of land uses. Future applications for rezoning in this area shall adequately
address any potential impacts to public facilities, in particular transportation,
and shall implement any necessary transportation improvements.
The Board of Supervisors, at their at their January 28, 2015 meeting directed the
Frederick County Planning Commission to hold a public hearing and forward a
recommendation to the Board of Supervisors regarding this SWSA amendment, and
associated text, to serve the Blain Properties and several surrounding parcels.
Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions.
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REZONING APPLICATION #05-14
CB VENTURES, LLC
Staff Report for the Planning Commission
Prepared: December 17, 2014, updated February 6, 2015.
Staff Contact: Michael T. Ruddy, AICP, Deputy Director
Reviewed Action
Planning Commission: 01/07/15 Tabled for 45 days
Planning Commission: 02/18/15 Pending
Board of Supervisors: 03/11/15 Pending
PROPOSAL: To rezone 2.42 acres from the B1 (Neighborhood Business) District to B2 (General
Business) District with proffers.
LOCATION: The property is located at 1033 Aylor Road in Stephens City.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY, STAFF CONCLUSION, AND PROJECT UPDATE FOR THE
02/18/15 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING:
Project Update:
In response to the Planning Commission’s discussion of this rezoning request, the Applicant has
modified their proffer statement (Revision Date; February 5, 2015) to prohibit two uses; Veterinary
Offices and Gasoline Service Stations. In addition, a proffer addressing the allowed building height
has been added. The maximum building height for office buildings and hotels/motels shall be fifty
(50) feet. This is a reduction of (10) feet from that which is currently permitted by the Zoning
Ordinance. The County Attorney has reviewed the revised proffer statement and it is in the proper
legal form.
The Applicant has also provided an exhibit depicting the potential cross section and scale of the
adjacent commercial and residential land uses.
This is an application to rezone a total of 2.42 acres of land from the B1 (Neighborhood Business)
District to the B2 (General Business) District with proffers, to accommodate commercial uses.
The B2 (General Business) District land use proposed in this rezoning is generally consistent with the
commercial designation of the Southern Frederick Area Plan and the 2030 Comprehensive Plan.
However, the existing neighborhood character of the adjacent land uses should be a consideration when
evaluating this proposed rezoning.
The transportation impacts associated with this request appear to have generally been addressed by the
Applicant, subject to the unequivocal approval of the County Attorney regarding right-of-way
dedication proffer, Proffer 2 (provided). The community facility impacts associated with this request
should be addressed to a greater extent.
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The adjacent properties should be a consideration with this rezoning application. With this rezoning,
the applicant has proffered height restrictions on site lighting to mitigate potentials impacts to the
adjacent residential properties. No additional site development standards have been proffered. The
Planning Commission should determine if the neighborhood character of the area will be adversely
impacted.
Following the required public hearing, a recommendation regarding this rezoning application to
the Board of Supervisors would be appropriate. The applicant should be prepared to adequately
address all concerns raised by the Planning Commission.
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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: 01/07/15 Tabled for 45 days
Planning Commission: 02/18/15 Pending
Board of Supervisors: 03/11/15 Pending
PROPOSAL: To rezone 2.42 acres from the B1 (Neighborhood Business) District to B2 (General
Business) District with proffers.
LOCATION: The property is located at 1033 Aylor Road in Stephens City.
MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT: Opequon
PROPERTY ID NUMBERS: 74-((A))-104 and 74-((A))-105
PROPERTY ZONING: B1 (Neighborhood Business) District
PRESENT USE: Car wash / vacant
ADJOINING PROPERTY ZONING & PRESENT USE:
North: B1 (Neighborhood Business) Use: Commercial
South: B1 (Neighborhood Business) Use: Commercial
East: RP (Residential Performance) Use: Residential
West: Aylor Road/Interstate 81 Use: State Highway
Town of Stephens City
REVIEW EVALUATIONS:
Virginia Dept. of Transportation: Please see attached email dated August 8, 2014, from Lloyd
Ingram, VDOT.
Fire Marshall: Plan approved
Fire and Rescue: Plan approved
Public Works Department: Recommend approval
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Frederick County Sanitation Authority: Please see attached letter dated June 6, 2014, from Uwe
Weindel, Engineer-Director FCSA.
Service Authority: No comments
Frederick County Attorney: Please see attached letter dated December 4, 2014, from Rod Williams,
County Attorney.
Town of Stephens City: No issues
Planning & Zoning:
1) Site History
The original Frederick County zoning map (U.S.G.S. Stephens City Quadrangle) identifies the
subject parcels as being zoned B-1 (Neighborhood Business) District. The intent of this district
is to provide small business areas to serve the daily household needs of surrounding residential
neighborhoods. Uses allowed primarily consist of limited retailing and personal service uses.
Business uses in this district should be small in size and should not produce substantial vehicle
traffic in excess of what is usual in the residential neighborhoods.
2)
The 2030 Comprehensive Plan is the guide for the future growth of Frederick County.
Comprehensive Policy Plan
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.
Land Use.
The 2030 Comprehensive Plan and the Southern Frederick Area Plan provide guidance on the
future development of the property. The property is located within the UDA and SWSA. The
2030 Comprehensive Plan identifies the general area surrounding this property with a Business
land use designation. In general, the proposed commercial land use designation for this property
is consistent with this land use designation of the Comprehensive Plan. Commercial land uses
would include both B1 Neighborhood Business and B2 General Business zoning designations.
The existing land use in this area is neighborhood business in character. The existing character
of the land use is a consideration when evaluating this proposed rezoning.
Immediately to the east of this property is an existing residential neighborhood. The Plan
recognizes the existing residential land uses. Care should be afforded to the transition between
the business and residential land uses, both of which are located in this general area.
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Site Access and Transportation.
The subject properties have frontage on and access to Route 647, Aylor Road. Aylor Road is
identified as a major collector road in the County’s Eastern Road Plan.
Transportation improvements to Route 277, Fairfax Pike, are planned on the VDOT Six-Year
Improvement Plan. This project includes improvements to Aylor Road. A copy of this section of
the VDOT plans has been attached to the package for your information. Similar to other recent
projects in the vicinity, it is not anticipated that this project constructs improvements to Route
277 or Aylor Road at this time, rather, dedicates appropriate right-of-way, designs access to this
site that is consistent with those improvements anticipated with the VDOT Six-Year Plan
Project, and provides some contribution to transportation improvements resulting from the
impacts of this new development; further, that the value of any contribution has a nexus to the
project and its impacts.
The rezoning application should fully address this road project as designed by VDOT in the
most recent improvement plans for this project. In particular, the right-of-way needs of the
project. Any improvements associated with the development of the site within the future road
right-of-way should be consistent with those identified in the plans and to the satisfaction of
VDOT.
The provision of two entrances is proposed. Given the anticipated design for Aylor Road, such
an approach may work in this location. The southernmost entrance appears to align with the
new and existing road configuration.
3) Site Suitability/Environment
The site does not contain any environmental features that would either constrain or preclude site
development. There are no identified areas of steep slopes, floodplains or woodlands.
4) Potential Impacts
The subject properties are currently zoned B1 (Neighborhood Business) District. Therefore, the
rezoning of these properties to the B2 (General Business) District will have the potential to
generate additional impacts. However, it is recognized that the impacts associated may not be
as significant as if this property was zoned RA (Rural Areas) District.
As noted previously, immediately to the east of this property is an existing residential
neighborhood. Care should be afforded to the transition between the business and residential
land uses that are both located in this general area. With the exception of addressing the
potential lighting impacts by limiting the height of any lighting to twenty feet, the Applicant has
not provided any additional means to minimize the potential impact associated with the more
intensive commercial use of the property beyond the requirements of the Zoning Ordinance. It
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should be noted that the height of certain commercial structures may increase to sixty feet from
the currently enabled thirty-five feet.
With regards to the potential transportation impacts, at this time, the project has the intention of
providing the right-of-way for the future improvements to Aylor Road. This should be
unconditionally guaranteed. Otherwise, the transportation impacts associated with this request
would not be fully addressed. The additional trips would simply add to the transportation issues
in this area.
The Applicants Impact Analysis states that this site will negatively impact Police Protection,
Fire and Rescue Protection, Water and Sewer Usage, and Solid Waste Disposal. The capital
needs associated with these impacts have not been quantified and have not been addressed by
way of mitigation other than to say that there may be a potential increase in tax revenue and fees
from this development.
5) Proffer Statement – Dated May 13, 2014 and revised on November 19, 2014
A)
The Applicant has proffered a Generalized Development Plan. The Plan identifies the
properties to be developed and recognizes the transportation and access related
commitments made with this rezoning application; including the Aylor Road right-of-
way dedication area and the two potential entrances to the site.
Generalized Development Plan
B) Land Use
The Applicant’s proffer statement does not place any limitation on the amount or type
of commercial development that may occur on the property. It is recognized that this is
a relatively small parcel, however, the potential increase in intensity of the use
including the size of the structure should be considered.
The Applicant has, in Proffer 3, addressed the potential impacts associated with site
lighting by proffering that all lighting shall be no higher than 20’.
C)
The proffer statement supports the Route 277 Improvement Project as the Applicant
has identified the correct area of right-of- way dedication consistent with the VDOT
project along Aylor Road and described this in proffer 2, right-of-way dedication.
Transportation
In general, the trigger for conveying said right-of-way is acceptable. The proffer states
that the right-of-way shall be conveyed within 90 days of a written request from VDOT
or the County. The final sentence of proffer 2 should be carefully evaluated as it
contains a mechanism that removes the conveyance of the right-of-way. This would be
problematic as the language is vague and the right-of-way is necessary. In addition, this
would result in a rezoning application that in no way addresses the additional
transportation impacts generated from the more intensive commercial use of the
property.
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Recent rezoning applications in the vicinity of this project have also proffered a
monetary contribution to transportation improvements in the County in an amount they
believed was consistent with the transportation impacts of their project.
D)
This application does not include a proffer aimed at mitigating the community facility
impacts of this request. The Applicant has stated that the additional tax revenue
generated would address this. Recent rezoning applications in the vicinity of this
project have also proffered a monetary contribution to offset the fire and rescue impacts
of their project.
Community Facilities
The Applicant has modified their proffer statement (Revision Date; February 5, 2015) to
prohibit two uses; Veterinary Offices and Gasoline Service Stations.
In addition, a proffer addressing the allowed building height has been added. The maximum
building height for office buildings and hotels/motels shall be fifty (50) feet. This is a
reduction of (10) feet from that which is currently permitted by the Zoning Ordinance.
The County Attorney has reviewed the revised proffer statement and it is in the proper legal
form.
STAFF CONCLUSIONS FOR THE 01/07/15 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING:
This is an application to rezone a total of 2.42 acres of land from the B1 (Neighborhood Business)
District to the B2 (General Business) District with proffers, to accommodate commercial uses.
The B2 (General Business) District land use proposed in this rezoning is generally consistent with the
commercial designation of the Southern Frederick Area Plan and the 2030 Comprehensive Plan.
However, the existing neighborhood character of the adjacent land uses should be a consideration when
evaluating this proposed rezoning.
The transportation impacts associated with this request appear to have generally been addressed by the
Applicant, subject to the unequivocal approval of the County Attorney regarding right-of-way
dedication proffer, Proffer 2. The community facility impacts associated with this request should be
addressed to a greater extent.
The adjacent properties should be a consideration with this rezoning application. With this rezoning,
the applicant has proffered height restrictions on site lighting to mitigate potentials impacts to the
adjacent residential properties. No additional site development standards have been proffered. The
Planning Commission should determine if the neighborhood character of the area will be adversely
impacted.
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Following the required public hearing, a recommendation regarding this rezoning application to
the Board of Supervisors would be appropriate. The applicant should be prepared to adequately
address all concerns raised by the Planning Commission.
PLANNING COMMISSION SUMMARY FROM THE 01/07/15 PLANNING COMMISSION
MEETING:
Two members of the public spoke during the public hearing; Mr. Chapman, and Mr. Carriker. Both
expressed concerns regarding the application and the impact it would have on their residential
properties.
Commission members asked several questions regarding the details of this application and expressed
concerns about the potential impacts of the application and the appropriateness of the request from a
land use perspective.
Commissioner Mohn noted the concern is there, in regards to lack of specificity on the intensity that
could occur with this rezoning. He would like to see more in the application on building size and
development. Mr. Mohn stated he would like to see something that projects a clearer view of what may
be developed on this property.
Commissioner Thomas made a motion to table this rezoning application for 45 days. This motion was
seconded by Commission Unger and unanimously passed.
(Note: Commissioner Oates abstained from voting; Commissioner Marston was absent from the
meeting.)
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COUNTY of FREDERICK
Department of Planning and Development
540/ 665-5651
Fax: 540/ 665-6395
MEMORANDUM
TO: Frederick County Planning Commission
FROM: Candice E. Perkins, AICP, Senior Planner
SUBJECT: Farm Breweries in the RA (Rural Areas) Zoning District
DATE: February 2, 2015
In 2009 Frederick County adopted standards for farm wineries pursuant to the requirements of
the Code of Virginia. In 2014 additional standards were introduced into the Code of Virginia for
farm breweries. The 2009 revisions for wineries included the state standards along with
allowances for special events and a site plan requirement. In 2014 the Code of Virginia was
modified to include allowances for farm breweries.
Staff is proposing to alter the farm wineries text to include provisions for farm breweries and
inclusion of a definition. Staff has drafted a revision that expands the farm wineries text to
include provisions for farm breweries; also inclusion of a definition for farm breweries and a
revised definition for farm wineries.
The attached document shows the existing ordinance with the proposed changes supported by
the DRRC (with strikethroughs for text eliminated and bold italic for text added). This item is
presented for discussion. Comments and suggestions from the Planning Commission will be
forwarded to the Board of Supervisors.
Attachments: 1. Revised ordinance with additions shown in bold underlined italics.
2. Code of Virginia – Farm Breweries
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ARTICLE IV
AGRICULTURAL AND RESIDENTIAL DISTRICTS
Part 401 – RA Rural Areas District
§ 165-401.02 Permitted uses.
Structures and land shall be used for one of the following uses:
EE. Farm Breweries.
Article II
SUPPLEMENTARY USE REGULATIONS, PARKING, BUFFERS, AND REGULATIONS FOR SPECIFIC USES
Part 204 – Additional Regulations for Specific Uses
§ 165-204.22. Farm Wineries and Limited Farm Breweries.
Farm Wineries and Farm Breweries in the RA (Rural Areas) District, shall meet the following
requirements:
A. The following shall be considered by-right accessory uses at Uses permitted. The following uses,
events and activities (hereinafter, collectively, “uses”) are permitted at farm wineries:
(1) The production and harvesting of fruit and other agricultural products;
(2) The manufacturing of wine;
(3) The storage and sale of wine produced by the winery, including retail sales, direct sales and
shipment, as well as wholesaling;
(4) The provision for on-site winery tours;
(5) The incidental retail of wine-related items;
(6) Wine tasting;
(7) Providing finger foods, soups, and appetizers for visitors; and
(8) Kitchen and catering activities related to a use at the farm winery.
B. Uses permitted. The following uses, events and activities (hereinafter, collectively, “uses”) are
permitted at a farm brewery (limited brewery license):
(1) The production and harvesting of barley, other grains, hops and other agriculture products:
(2) The manufacturing of beer (up to a maximum of 15,000 barrels of beer per calendar year);
(3) The storage and sale of beer produced by the brewery including retail sales, direct sales and
shipment, as well as wholesaling;
(4) The provision of on-site brewery tours.
(5) The incidental retail of beer-related items; and
(6) The on-premises sale, tasting, or consumption of beer produced by the brewery during
regular business hours within the normal course of business of such brewery;
(7) Kitchen and catering activities related to a use at the farm brewery; and
(8) Providing finger foods, soups, and appetizers for visitors.
C. Special events shall be permitted only on farm wineries and farm breweries of ten acres or larger.
Special events for the purposes of this section shall include but are not limited to meetings,
conferences, dinners, and wedding receptions. Any event at which more than 150 people are
anticipated will require a festival permit.
D. A site plan in accordance with the requirements of Article VIII shall may be required should the
Zoning Administrator deem it necessary due to the scale of the use. be submitted to and approved
by Frederick County.
ARTICLE I
GENERAL PROVISIONS, AMENDMENTS, AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMITS
Part 101 – General Provisions
§ 165-101.02. Definitions and word usage.
FARM BREWERY - A brewery licensed as a limited brewery and is located on a farm in the
Commonwealth on land zoned RA (Rural Areas) District.
VIRGINIA ACTS OF ASSEMBLY --2014 SESSION
CHAPTER 365
An Act to amend and reenact §4.1-208 of the Code of Virginia and to amend the Code of Virginia by
adding a section numbered 15.2-2288.3:1,relating to breweries located on farms;local regulation of
certain activities.
[S 430]
Approved March 27,2014
Be it enacted by the General Assembly of Virginia:
1.That §4.1-208 of the Code of Virginia is amended and reenacted and that the Code of Virginia
is amended by adding a section numbered 15.2-2288.3:1 as follows:
§4.1-208.Beer licenses.
The Board may grant the following licenses relating to beer:
1.Brewery licenses,which shall authorize the licensee to manufacture beer and to sell and deliver or
ship the beer so manufactured,in accordance with Board regulations,in closed containers to (i)persons
licensed to sell the beer at wholesale;(ii)persons licensed to sell beer at retail for the purpose of resale
within a theme or amusement park owned and operated by the brewery or a parent,subsidiary or a
company under common control of such brewery,or upon property of such brewery or a parent,
subsidiary or a company under common control of such brewery contiguous to such premises,or in a
development contiguous to such premises owned and operated by such brewery or a parent,subsidiary
or a company under common control of such brewery;and (iii)persons outside the Commonwealth for
resale outside the Commonwealth.Such license shall also authorize the licensee to sell at retail the
brands of beer that the brewery owns at premises described in the brewery license for on-premises
consumption and in closed containers for off-premises consumption.
Such license may also authorize individuals holding a brewery license to (a)operate a facility
designed for and utilized exclusively for the education of persons in the manufacture of beer,including
sampling by such individuals of beer products,within a theme or amusement park located upon the
premises occupied by such brewery,or upon property of such person contiguous to such premises,or in
a development contiguous to such premises owned and operated by such person or a wholly owned
subsidiary or (b)offer samples of the brewery's products to individuals visiting the licensed premises,
provided that such samples shall be provided only to individuals for consumption on the premises of
such facility or licensed premises and only to individuals to whom such products may be lawfully sold.
2.Limited brewery licenses,to breweries that manufacture no more than 15,000 barrels of beer per
calendar year,provided (i)the brewery is located on a farm in the Commonwealth on land zoned
agricultural and owned or leased by such brewery or its owner and (ii)agricultural products,including
barley,other grains,hops,or fruit,used by such brewery in the manufacture of its beer are grown on
the farm.The licensed premises shall be limited to the portion of the farm on which agricultural
products,including barley,other grains,hops,or fruit,used by such brewery in the manufacture of its
beer are grown and that is contiguous to the premises of such brewery where the beer is manufactured,
exclusive of any residence and the curtilage thereof.However,the Board may,with notice to the local
governing body in accordance with the provisions of §4.1-230,also approve other portions of the farm
to be included as part of the licensed premises.
Limited brewery licensees shall be treated as breweries for all purposes of this title except as
otherwise provided in this subdivision.
3.Bottlers'licenses,which shall authorize the licensee to acquire and receive deliveries and
shipments of beer in closed containers and to bottle,sell and deliver or ship it,in accordance with
Board regulations to (i)wholesale beer licensees for the purpose of resale,(ii)owners of boats registered
under the laws of the United States sailing for ports of call of a foreign country or another state,and
(iii)persons outside the Commonwealth for resale outside the Commonwealth.
3.4.Wholesale beer licenses,which shall authorize the licensee to acquire and receive deliveries and
shipments of beer and to sell and deliver or ship the beer from one or more premises identified in the
license,in accordance with Board regulations,in closed containers to (i)persons licensed under this
chapter to sell such beer at wholesale or retail for the purpose of resale,(ii)owners of boats registered
under the laws of the United States sailing for ports of call of a foreign country or another state,and
(iii)persons outside the Commonwealth for resale outside the Commonwealth.
No wholesale beer licensee shall purchase beer for resale from a person outside the Commonwealth
who does not hold a beer importer's license unless such wholesale beer licensee holds a beer importer's
license and purchases beer for resale pursuant to the privileges of such beer importer's license.
4.5.Beer importers'licenses,which shall authorize persons licensed within or outside the
Commonwealth to sell and deliver or ship beer into the Commonwealth,in accordance with Board
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regulations,in closed containers,to persons in the Commonwealth licensed to sell beer at wholesale for
the purpose of resale.
5.6.Retail on-premises beer licenses to:
a.Hotels,restaurants and clubs,which shall authorize the licensee to sell beer,either with or without
meals,only in dining areas and other designated areas of such restaurants,or in dining areas,private
guest rooms,and other designated areas of such hotels or clubs,for consumption only in such rooms
and areas.
b.Persons operating dining cars,buffet cars,and club cars of trains,which shall authorize the
licensee to sell beer,either with or without meals,in the dining cars,buffet cars,and club cars so
operated by them for on-premises consumption when carrying passengers.
c.Persons operating sight-seeing boats,or special or charter boats,which shall authorize the licensee
to sell beer,either with or without meals,on such boats operated by them for on-premises consumption
when carrying passengers.
d.Grocery stores located in any town or in a rural area outside the corporate limits of any city or
town,which shall authorize the licensee to sell beer for on-premises consumption in such establishments.
No license shall be granted unless it appears affirmatively that a substantial public demand for such
licensed establishment exists and that public convenience and the purposes of this title will be promoted
by granting the license.
e.Persons operating food concessions at coliseums,stadia,or similar facilities,which shall authorize
the licensee to sell beer,in paper,plastic,or similar disposable containers,during the performance of
professional sporting exhibitions,events or performances immediately subsequent thereto,to patrons
within all seating areas,concourses,walkways,concession areas,and additional locations designated by
the Board in such coliseums,stadia,or similar facilities,for on-premises consumption.Upon
authorization of the licensee,any person may keep and consume his own lawfully acquired alcoholic
beverages on the premises in all areas and locations covered by the license.
f.Persons operating food concessions at any outdoor performing arts amphitheater,arena or similar
facility which has seating for more than 3,500 persons and is located in Albemarle,Augusta,
Pittsylvania,or Rockingham Counties.Such license shall authorize the licensee to sell beer during the
performance of any event,in paper,plastic or similar disposable containers to patrons within all seating
areas,concourses,walkways,concession areas,or similar facilities,for on-premises consumption.Upon
authorization of the licensee,any person may keep and consume his own lawfully acquired alcoholic
beverages on the premises in all areas and locations covered by the license.
g.Persons operating food concessions at exhibition or exposition halls,convention centers or similar
facilities located in any county operating under the urban county executive form of government or any
city which is completely surrounded by such county,which shall authorize the licensee to sell beer
during the event,in paper,plastic or similar disposable containers to patrons or attendees within all
seating areas,exhibition areas,concourses,walkways,concession areas,and such additional locations
designated by the Board in such facilities,for on-premises consumption.Upon authorization of the
licensee,any person may keep and consume his own lawfully acquired alcoholic beverages on the
premises in all areas and locations covered by the license.For purposes of this subsection,"exhibition or
exposition halls"and "convention centers"mean facilities conducting private or public trade shows or
exhibitions in an indoor facility having in excess of 100,000 square feet of floor space.
6.7.Retail off-premises beer licenses,which shall authorize the licensee to sell beer in closed
containers for off-premises consumption.
7.8.Retail off-premises brewery licenses to persons holding a brewery license which shall authorize
the licensee to sell beer at the place of business designated in the brewery license,in closed containers
which shall include growlers and other reusable containers,for off-premises consumption.
8.9.Retail on-and-off premises beer licenses to persons enumerated in subdivisions 5 6 a and 5 6 d,
which shall accord all the privileges conferred by retail on-premises beer licenses and in addition,shall
authorize the licensee to sell beer in closed containers for off-premises consumption.
§15.2-2288.3:1.Limited brewery license;local regulation of certain activities.
A.It is the policy of the Commonwealth to preserve the economic vitality of the Virginia beer
industry while maintaining appropriate land use authority to protect the health,safety,and welfare of
the citizens of the Commonwealth and to permit the reasonable expectation of uses in specific zoning
categories.Local restriction upon such activities and public events of breweries licensed pursuant to
subdivision 2 of §4.1-208 to market and sell their products shall be reasonable and shall take into
account the economic impact on such licensed brewery of such restriction,the agricultural nature of
such activities and events,and whether such activities and events are usual and customary for such
licensed breweries.Usual and customary activities and events at such licensed breweries shall be
permitted unless there is a substantial impact on the health,safety,or welfare of the public.No local
ordinance regulating noise,other than outdoor amplified music,arising from activities and events at
such licensed breweries shall be more restrictive than that in the general noise ordinance.In
authorizing outdoor amplified music at such licensed brewery,the locality shall consider the effect on
adjacent property owners and nearby residents.
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B.No locality shall regulate any of the following activities of a brewery licensed under subdivision 2
of §4.1-208:
1.The production and harvesting of barley,other grains,hops,fruit,or other agricultural products
and the manufacturing of beer;
2.The on-premises sale,tasting,or consumption of beer during regular business hours within the
normal course of business of such licensed brewery;
3.The direct sale and shipment of beer in accordance with Title 4.1 and regulations of the Alcoholic
Beverage Control Board;
4.The sale and shipment of beer to licensed wholesalers and out-of-state purchasers in accordance
with Title 4.1,regulations of the Alcoholic Beverage Control Board,and federal law;
5.The storage and warehousing of beer in accordance with Title 4.1,regulations of the Alcoholic
Beverage Control Board,and federal law;or
6.The sale of beer-related items that are incidental to the sale of beer.
C.Any locality may exempt any brewery licensed in accordance with subdivision 2 of §4.1-208 on
land zoned agricultural from any local regulation of minimum parking,road access,or road upgrade
requirements.
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COUNTY of FREDERICK
Department of Planning and Development
540/ 665-5651
Fax: 540/ 665-6395
MEMORANDUM
TO: Frederick County Planning Commission
FROM: Candice E. Perkins, AICP, Senior Planner
SUBJECT: Addition of the OM District to the R4 District Permitted Uses
DATE: February 2, 2015
Staff has been directed to include the OM (OM Office-Manufacturing Park) Zoning District to
the permitted uses list of the R4 (Residential Planned Community) Zoning District. Currently
the R4 allows RP, B1, B2, B3 and M1 Zoning Districts as permitted uses. All uses proposed
within an R4 community must be specified at the rezoning stage and approved on a Master
Development Plan.
Staff has included a minor ordinance amendment that includes the OM District in the permitted
use list within the R4 District.
The attached document shows the existing ordinance with the proposed changes supported by
the DRRC (with bold italic for text added). This item is presented for discussion. Comments and
suggestions from the Planning Commission will be forwarded to the Board of Supervisors.
Attachments: 1. Revised ordinance with additions shown in bold underlined italics.
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Attachment 1
OM District
Chapter 165
ARTICLE V - PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICTS
Part 501 – R4 Residential Planned Community District
§ 165-501.01 Intent.
The intention of the Residential Planned Community District is to provide for a mixture of housing types
and uses within a carefully planned setting. All land to be contained within the Residential Planned
Community District shall be included within an approved master development plan. The layout, phasing,
density and intensity of development is determined through the final approval of the master
development plan by the County. Special care is taken in the approval of the master development plan
to ensure that the uses on the land are arranged to provide for compatibility of uses, to provide
environmental protection and to avoid adverse impacts on surrounding properties and facilities. The
district is intended to create new neighborhoods with an appropriate balance between residential,
employment and service uses. Innovative design is encouraged. Special care is taken in the approval of
R4 developments to ensure that necessary facilities, roads and improvements are available or provided
to support the R4 development. Planned community developments shall only be approved in
conformance with the policies in the Comprehensive Plan.
§ 165-501.02 Rezoning procedure.
In order to have land rezoned to the R4 District, a master development plan, meeting all requirements
of Article VIII of this chapter, shall be submitted with the rezoning application. The rezoning shall be
reviewed and approved following the rezoning procedures described by this chapter, including
procedures for impact analysis and conditional zoning. In adopting the rezoning, the master
development plan submitted will be accepted as a condition proffered for the rezoning. The master
development plan review procedures described by Article VIII must also be completed concurrently with
or following the consideration of the rezoning.
A. Impact analysis. Impact analysis, as required by this chapter, shall be used to evaluate all potential
impacts, including impacts on surrounding lands, the environment and on public facilities and
services.
B. Land dedication. Land shall be dedicated in planned community developments for roads and facilities
necessary to serve the development as described by the Comprehensive Plan, the Capital
Improvements Program and adopted road improvement programs.
C. Addition of land. The Board of Supervisors may approve the addition of land to an approved planned
community through the procedures set forth in this chapter for the original approval of a planned
community development.
Attachment 1
OM District
§ 165-501.03 Permitted uses.
All uses are allowed in the R4 Residential Planned Community District that are allowed in the following
zoning districts:
RP Residential Performance District
B1 Neighborhood Business District
B2 Business General District
B3 Industrial Transition District
OM OM Office-Manufacturing Park District
M1 Light Industrial District
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COUNTY of FREDERICK
Department of Planning and Development
540/ 665-5651
Fax: 540/ 665-6395
MEMORANDUM
TO: Frederick County Planning Commission
FROM: Candice E. Perkins, AICP, Senior Planner
SUBJECT: Permeable Pavers for Parking Lots
DATE: February 2, 2015
Staff has received a request to revise the Frederick County Zoning Ordinance to allow the use of
permeable pavers for the construction of parking areas within all zoning districts. This request
is due to the new stormwater regulations and the need for additional options for dealing with
stormwater onsite. Currently the ordinance only allows for their use within overflow parking
areas.
Staff has prepared a revision that would move the option for permeable paving systems out of
the section for overflow parking areas and into the area for allowed surface materials.
The attached document shows the existing ordinance with the proposed changes supported by
the DRRC (with strikethroughs for text eliminated and bold italic for text added). This item is
presented for discussion. Comments and suggestions from the Planning Commission will be
forwarded to the Board of Supervisors.
Attachment: 1. Revised ordinance with additions shown in bold underlined italics.
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Attachment 1
Permeable Pavers
Chapter 165- Zoning
Article II
SUPPLEMENTARY USE REGULATIONS, PARKING, BUFFERS, AND REGULATIONS FOR SPECIFIC USES
Part 202 – Off-Street Parking, Loading and Access
§ 165-202.01 Off-street parking; parking lots.
Off-street parking shall be provided on every lot or parcel on which any use is established according to
the requirements of this section. This section is intended to ensure that parking is provided on the lots
to be developed and to ensure that excess parking in public street rights-of-way does not interfere with
traffic.
D. Parking lots. Parking spaces shared by more than one dwelling or use, required for any use in
the business or industrial zoning district or required for any institutional, commercial or
industrial use in any zoning district shall meet the following requirements:
(1) Surface materials. In the RP Residential Performance District, the R4 Residential Planned
Community District, the R5 Residential Recreational Community District, the MH1 Mobile
Home Community District, the B1 Neighborhood Business District, the B2 Business General
District, the B3 Industrial Transition District, the OM Office-Manufacturing Park District, the
M1 Light Industrial District, the M2 Industrial General District MS Medical Support District,
RA (Rural Areas) District and the HE (Higher Education) District, parking lots shall be paved
with concrete, bituminous concrete, permeable paving systems, or similar materials. Such
surface materials shall provide a durable, dust and gravel-free, hard surface.
a. The Zoning Administrator may allow for the use of other hard-surface materials for
parcels located outside of the Sewer and Water Service Area if the site plan
provides for effective stormwater management and efficient maintenance. In such
cases, parking lots shall be paved with a minimum of double prime-and-seal
treatment or an equivalent surface.
b. In the RA (Rural Areas) District parking lots with (10) or fewer spaces shall be
permitted to utilize gravel surfaces.
c. Reinforced grass systems, permeable paving systems, or other suitable materials
may be used for overflow parking areas, low volume access ways in all Zoning
Districts and for agricultural uses in the RA (Rural Areas) District. Parking areas
utilizing these materials shall have defined travel aisles and designated parking
bays. These materials shall only be utilized with approval of the Frederick County
Zoning Administrator and the Director of Public Works.