ADACAgenda2022December61.Call to Order
2.Meeting Minutes
2.A.September 21, 2021 Meeting Minutes
3.Discussion Regarding the Establishment of New Districts
3.A.Discussion Regarding the Establishment of a New District - Long Creek
Farm
Submitted to establish a new Agricultural and Forestal District, Long Creek Farm
Agricultural and Forestal District containing 1,077.39 +/- acres with 14 parcels. The
proposed District is located in the Back Creek Magisterial District.
3.B.Discussion Regarding the Establishment of a New District - North
Frederick
Submitted to establish a new Agricultural and Forestal District, North Frederick
Agricultural and Forestal District containing 1,961.86 +/- acres with 15 parcels. The
proposed District is located in the Gainesboro Magisterial District.
3.C.Discussion Regarding the Establishment of a New District - White Hall
Submitted to establish a new Agricultural and Forestal District, White Hall Agricultural
and Forestal District containing 974.30 +/- acres with 7 parcels. The proposed District is
located in the Gainesboro Magisterial District.
4.Addition to the South Timber Ridge Agricultural and Forestal District
AGENDA
AGRICULTURAL DISTRICT ADVISORY COMMITTEE
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2022
6:00 PM
THE BOARD ROOM
FREDERICK COUNTY ADMINISTRATION BUILDING
WINCHESTER, VIRGINIA
ADAC12-06-22MinutesSeptember21.pdf
ADAC12-06-22EstablishmentofLongCreekFarm_Redacted.pdf
ADAC12-06-22EstablishmentofNorthFrederick_Redacted.pdf
ADAC12-06-22EstablishmentofWhiteHall_Redacted.pdf
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4.A.Addition to the South Timber Ridge Agricultural and Forestal District
To consider adding an additional 6 parcels totaling 189.86 +/- acres into the South
Timber Ridge Agricultural and Forestal District. The District currently contains 981.08
+/- acres, and with the addition of 189.86 +/- acres, it would bring the District acreage to
1,170.94 +/- acres.
ADAC12-06-22AdditionSouthTimberRidge_Redacted.pdf
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Agricultural District Advisory Committee
Agenda Item Detail
Meeting Date: December 6, 2022
Agenda Section: Meeting Minutes
Title: September 21, 2021 Meeting Minutes
Attachments:
ADAC12-06-22MinutesSeptember21.pdf
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MEETING MINUTES
OF THE
FREDERICK COUNTY AGRICULTURAL DISTRICT ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Held in the first-floor Board of Supervisors Room of the Frederick County Administration
Building, 107 N. Kent Street, Winchester, Virginia on September 21, 2021.
PRESENT: Jason McDonald, Shawnee District; Cordell Watt, Gainesboro District; John
Marker, Back Creek District Alternate and Mark Sutphin, Virginia Co-Extension
ABSENT: Carl Ay, Stonewall District; John Stelzl, Opequon District; Harman Brumback, Back
Creek District; William Cline, Stonewall District; and Shawn Graber, BOS Liaison
STAFF PRESENT: Mark Cheran, Zoning Administrator; Pam Deeter, Secretary.
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by Mr. Cheran at 6:00 p.m.
Staff presented the proposed new Hayfield District. Mr. Bassler is requesting to establish a new
District with his property of 819.9+/- acres. Staff noted this property is located within the Back
Creek District and is generally located 2.5 miles west of the intersection of Route 50 and South of
Hayfield Road (Route 600). Staff mentioned the 819.9+/- acres consist of 5 parcels 39-A-89, 39-
A-3, 39-A-5, 39-A-7, and 39-A-2) which is managed by one property owner.
Staff mentioned the proposed parcels are not in any land use study. Mr. Cheran stated the properties
are mostly vacant forestry which the intent of Rural Areas is to maintain agriculture. Also, a
portion of the properties are within the head waters of Houge Creek and the drainage area. Staff
gave the topography of this district which consist of steep slopes and the soils Hazelton and Laidig-
Weikert. The Hazelton and Laidig-Weikert are found along steep slopes or mountain tops.
Mr. Cheran said if the district is created the property owner would qualify for the TDR program.
Staff mentioned that if approved this District would be renewed the same time as the other
Agriculture and Forestal Districts in 2025.
A Committee member ask what the acreage is to qualify for Agriculture and Forestal. Mr. Cheran
replied 200 acres.
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A motion was made by Mr. Marker and was seconded by Mr. Watt to recommended endorsement
of the establishment new district Hayfield Agricultural & Forestal District.
The meeting concluded at 6:15 p.m.
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Agricultural District Advisory Committee
Agenda Item Detail
Meeting Date: December 6, 2022
Agenda Section: Discussion Regarding the Establishment of New Districts
Title: Discussion Regarding the Establishment of a New District - Long Creek Farm
Attachments:
ADAC12-06-22EstablishmentofLongCreekFarm_Redacted.pdf
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2020-2025 AGRICULTURAL & FORESTAL DISTRICT
LONG CREEK FARM DISTRICT-PROPOSED NEW DISTRICT
Staff Report for the Agricultural District Advisory Committee
Prepared: November 18, 2022
Staff Contact: Mark R. Cheran, Zoning Administrator
This report is prepared by the Frederick County Planning Staff to provide information to the
Agricultural District Advisory Committee, Planning Commission, and the Board of
Supervisors to assist them in making a decision on this application. It may also be useful to
other interested in this matter.
Reviewed Action
Agricultural District Advisory Committee: 12/06/22 Pending
Planning Commission: Pending Pending
Board of Supervisors: Pending Pending
PROPOSAL: This is a request to create a new Agricultural and Forestal District “Long Creek
District” that totals 1,077.39+/-acres.
LOCATION AND SIZE: This proposed District is located within the Back Creek Magisterial
District and is generally located ½ mile west of the intersection of Shady Elm Road (Route 651)
and Springdale Road (Route 649). The proposed District would consist of fourteen (14) parcels
62-A-35, 61-A-133, 61-A-132, 62-A-40, 74-A-5, 74-A-47, 74-A-47A, 74-A-48, 74-A-51, 74-A-
52, 74-A-53, 74-A-65, 74-A-66 and 74-A-75A) that total 1,077.39+/- acres, managed by one (1)
property owner.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY & STAFF CONCLUSION FOR THE 12/06/22
AGRICULTURAL AND FORESTAL DISTRICT COMMITTEE MEETING:
This is a request to the Frederick County Agricultural District Advisory Committee (ADAC) to
create the new Long Creek Agricultural and Forestal District, comprising 1,077.39+/-acres. This
District meets the intent of Chapter 43, Section 15.2-433 of the Code of Virginia, 1950, as
amended, and has been evaluated in conjunction with the Comprehensive Plan. This creation
provides an opportunity for the agribusiness community to conduct long range planning efforts
for the management of their operations, while providing a reserve of agricultural land through
the year 2025. If created, this District would be added to the renewal cycle for all Districts and
would be valid until August 12, 2025.
Ultimately, the Board of Supervisors approves, approves with modifications, or denies the
proposal to establish or renew an Agricultural and Forestal District.
A recommendation from the ADAC to forward to the Planning Commission would be
appropriate.
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Agricultural and Forestal District
Proposed Long Creek Farm Inc District
November 18, 2022
REVIEW EVALUATIONS:
LOCATION AND SIZE: This proposed District is located within the Back Creek Magisterial
District and is generally located 1/2 mile west of the intersection of Shady Elm Road (Route 651)
and Springdale Road (Route 651). The proposed District would consist of fourteen (14) parcels
that total 1,077.39+/- acres, managed by one (1) property owner.
AGRICULTURAL & FORESTAL SIGNIFICANCE: The proposed District consists of
approximately 90 percent pasture/orchard uses and 10 percent crops/woodlands. The area within
the proposed District is rural in nature.
LAND USE: All parcels within the proposed District are currently zoned RA (Rural Areas)
Zoning District and contain agricultural and residential land uses. All surrounding properties are
also zoned RA (Rural Areas) District.
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN: The Comprehensive Plan of Frederick County provides guidance
when considering land use actions. The location of the proposed District lies outside the Urban
Development Area (UDA) and Sewer and Water Service Area (SWSA) and is not part of any
land use plan or study by the County. The land use within the proposed District is agricultural
and residential. The current land use should remain in its present condition.
The intent of the Rural Areas is to maintain agriculture as a significant portion of the County’s
economy and to maintain the rural character of areas outside of the Urban Development Area.
The Comprehensive Plan can accomplish this by promoting the inclusion of additional land in
Agricultural and Forestal Districts. The Comprehensive Plan supports the renewal of the
proposed District for it provides an opportunity for the agribusiness community to conduct long
range planning efforts for the management of their operations, while providing a reserve of
agricultural land through the year 2025.
TRANSFER OF DEVELOPMENT RIGHTS (TDR) PROGRAM: The County’s TDR
Ordinance as outlined in the Zoning Ordinance provides a bonus to properties located within an
Agricultural and Forestal District. If this District is created, it would qualify for double the
amount of density rights that could be transferred (1 Density Right =2 Dwelling Unit).
LAKES/PONDS/STREAMS: A portion of the proposed District lies along the Opequon Creek
and within the drainage area. This will further assist with managing the quality of the County’s
water resources.
TOPOGRAPHY: This proposed District topography ranges from flat and rolling west along
Springdale Road. This District lies within Opequon Creek watershed and water is available from
ponds, wells and springs.
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Proposed Long Creek Farm Inc District
November 18, 2022
SOILS: The predominate type of soil for this area is Frederick-Poplimento-Oaklet. The soil is
gently sloping and drains well with fine subsoil. This is the largest amount of prime agricultural
soils within the district.
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Agricultural District Advisory Committee
Agenda Item Detail
Meeting Date: December 6, 2022
Agenda Section: Discussion Regarding the Establishment of New Districts
Title: Discussion Regarding the Establishment of a New District - North Frederick
Attachments:
ADAC12-06-22EstablishmentofNorthFrederick_Redacted.pdf
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2020-2025 AGRICULTURAL & FORESTAL DISTRICT
NORTH FREDERICK DISTRICT – PROPOSED NEW DISTRICT
Staff Report for the Agricultural District Advisory Committee
Prepared: November 18, 2022
Staff Contact: Mark R. Cheran, Zoning Administrator
This report is prepared by the Frederick County Planning Staff to provide information to the
Agricultural District Advisory Committee, Planning Commission, and the Board of
Supervisors to assist them in making a decision on this application. It may also be useful to
other interested in this matter.
Reviewed Action
Agricultural District Advisory Committee: 12/06/22 Pending
Planning Commission: Pending Pending
Board of Supervisors: Pending Pending
PROPOSAL: This is a request to create a new Agricultural and Forestal District “North
Frederick District” that totals 1,961.86+/-acres.
LOCATION AND SIZE: This proposed District is located within the Gainesboro Magisterial
District and is generally located 2.5 miles west of the intersection of North Frederick Pike (Route
522) along North Sleepy Creek Road (Route 734) and Bloomery Pike (Route 127). The proposed
District would consist of fifteen (15) parcels (03-A-4, 03-A-27, 05-1-3, 05-1-4, 05-1-3A, 05-A-5,
05-A-6, 05-A-10, 10-A-15, 06-A-10, 06-A-10B, 10-A-1, 10-A-31, 10-A-31A and 10-A-31B)
that totals 1,961.86 acres.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY & STAFF CONCLUSION FOR THE 12/06/22
AGRICULTURAL AND FORESTAL DISTRICT COMMITTEE MEETING:
This is a request to the Frederick County Agricultural District Advisory Committee (ADAC) to
create the new North Frederick Agricultural and Forestal District, comprising 1,961.86+/-acres.
This District meets the intent of Chapter 43, Section 15.2-433 of the Code of Virginia, 1950, as
amended, and has been evaluated in conjunction with the Comprehensive Plan. This creation
provides an opportunity for the agribusiness community to conduct long range planning efforts
for the management of their operations, while providing a reserve of agricultural land through
the year 2025. If created, this District would be added to the renewal cycle for all Districts and
would be valid until August 12, 2025.
Ultimately, the Board of Supervisors approves, approves with modifications, or denies the
proposal to establish or renew an Agricultural and Forestal District.
A recommendation from the ADAC to forward to the Planning Commission would be
appropriate.
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Agricultural and Forestal District
Proposed North Frederick District
November 18, 2022
REVIEW EVALUATIONS:
LOCATION AND SIZE: This proposed District is located within the Gainesboro Magisterial
District and is generally located 2.5 miles west of the intersection of North Frederick Pike (Route
522) along North Sleepy Creek (Route 734) and Bloomery Pike (Route 127). The proposed
District would consist of fifteen (15) parcels (03-A-4, 03-A-27, 05-1-3, 05-1-4, 05-1-3A, 05-A-5,
05-A-6, 05-A-10, 10-A-15, 06-A-10, 06-A-10B, 10-A-1 10-A-31, 10-A-31A and 10-A-31B) that
totals 1,961.86 acres.
AGRICULTURAL & FORESTAL SIGNIFICANCE: The proposed District consists of
approximately 90 percent forestry uses and 10 percent open space/pastures. The area within the
proposed District is rural in nature.
LAND USE: All parcels within the proposed District are currently zoned RA (Rural Areas)
Zoning District and contain agricultural and residential land uses. All surrounding properties are
also zoned RA (Rural Areas) District.
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN: The Comprehensive Plan of Frederick County provides guidance
when considering land use actions. The location of the proposed District lies outside the Urban
Development Area (UDA) and Sewer and Water Service Area (SWSA) and is not part of any
land use plan or study by the County. The land use within the proposed District is agricultural
and residential and nature. The current land use should remain in its present condition with land
use woodland/open space.
The intent of the Rural Areas is to maintain agriculture as a significant portion of the County’s
economy and to maintain the rural character of areas outside of the Urban Development Area.
The Comprehensive Plan can accomplish this by promoting the inclusion of additional land in
Agricultural and Forestal Districts. The Comprehensive Plan supports the renewal of the
proposed District for it provides an opportunity for the agribusiness community to conduct long
range planning efforts for the management of their operations, while providing a reserve of
agricultural land through the year 2025.
TRANSFER OF DEVELOPMENT RIGHTS (TDR) PROGRAM: The County’s TDR
Ordinance as outlined in the Zoning Ordinance provides a bonus to properties located within an
Agricultural and Forestal District. If this District is created, it would qualify for double the
amount of density rights that could be transferred (1 Density Right =2 Dwelling Unit).
LAKES/PONDS/STREAMS: A portion of the proposed District lies within the Sleepy Creek
watershed and drainage area. This will further assist with managing the quality of the County’s
water resources. Water is available from ponds, wells, and springs.
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Agricultural and Forestal District
Proposed North Frederick District
November 18, 2022
TOPOGRAPHY: This proposed District is located along Great North Mountain. The
topography ranges from strongly and steeply sloping along Great North Mountain to rolling
along North Sleepy Creek Road and Bloomery Pike.
SOILS: The predominate type of soil for this area is Weiket-Gainesboro-Berks. The soil is
typically very steep and found on mountaintops, side slopes and ridges; these soils tend to be
well drained and consist of sandstone and shale. While the subject properties are primarily
forested, these soils are not classified as prime agricultural soils.
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Agricultural District Advisory Committee
Agenda Item Detail
Meeting Date: December 6, 2022
Agenda Section: Discussion Regarding the Establishment of New Districts
Title: Discussion Regarding the Establishment of a New District - White Hall
Attachments:
ADAC12-06-22EstablishmentofWhiteHall_Redacted.pdf
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2020-2025 AGRICULTURAL & FORESTAL DISTRICT
WHITE HALL DISTRICT – PROPOSED NEW DISTRICT
Staff Report for the Agricultural District Advisory Committee
Prepared: November 18, 2022
Staff Contact: Mark R. Cheran, Zoning Administrator
This report is prepared by the Frederick County Planning Staff to provide information to the
Agricultural District Advisory Committee, Planning Commission, and the Board of
Supervisors to assist them in making a decision on this application. It may also be useful to
other interested in this matter.
Reviewed Action
Agricultural District Advisory Committee: 12/06/22 Pending
Planning Commission: Pending Pending
Board of Supervisors: Pending Pending
PROPOSAL: This is a request to create a new Agricultural and Forestal District “White Hall
District” that totals 974.30+/-acres.
LOCATION AND SIZE: This proposed District is located within the Gainesboro Magisterial
District and is generally located Wright Road (Rt. 661) and Apple Pie Ridge Road (Rt.739). The
proposed District would consist of seven (7) parcels (22-A-58, 22-A-63, 22-A-64, 22-A-65, 23-
A-3, 23-A-4 and 32-A-68A) that total 974.30+/- acres, managed by one (1) property owner.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY & STAFF CONCLUSION FOR THE 12/06/22
AGRICULTURAL AND FORESTAL DISTRICT COMMITTEE MEETING:
This is a request to the Frederick County Agricultural District Advisory Committee (ADAC) to
create the new White Hall Agricultural and Forestal District, comprising 974.30+/-acres. This
District meets the intent of Chapter 43, Section 15.2-433 of the Code of Virginia, 1950, as
amended, and has been evaluated in conjunction with the Comprehensive Plan. This creation
provides an opportunity for the agribusiness community to conduct long range planning efforts
for the management of their operations, while providing a reserve of agricultural land through
the year 2025. If created, this District would be added to the renewal cycle for all Districts and
would be valid until August 12, 2025.
Ultimately, the Board of Supervisors approves, approves with modifications, or denies the
proposal to establish or renew an Agricultural and Forestal District.
A recommendation from the ADAC to forward to the Planning Commission would be
appropriate.
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Agricultural and Forestal District
Proposed White Hall District
November 18, 2022
REVIEW EVALUATIONS:
LOCATION AND SIZE: This proposed District is located within the Back Creek Magisterial
District and is generally located 2.5 miles west of the intersection of Route 50 and Hayfield Road
(Route 600). The proposed District would consist of five (5) parcels (22-A-58, 22-A-63, 22-A-
64, 22-A-65, 23-A-3, 23-A-4 and 32-A-68A) that total 974.30+/- acres, managed by one (1)
property owner.
AGRICULTURAL & FORESTAL SIGNIFICANCE: The proposed District consists of
approximately 70 percent forestry uses and 30 percent open space, pasture, and orchard. The area
within the proposed District is rural in nature.
LAND USE: All parcels within the proposed District are currently zoned RA (Rural Areas)
Zoning District and contain agricultural and residential land uses. All surrounding properties are
also zoned RA (Rural Areas) District.
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN: The Comprehensive Plan of Frederick County provides guidance
when considering land use actions. The location of the proposed District lies outside the Urban
Development Area (UDA) and Sewer and Water Service Area (SWSA) and is not part of any
land use plan or study by the County. The land use within the proposed District is agricultural
and residential and nature. The current land use should remain in its present condition with land
use agriculture and residential.
The intent of the Rural Areas is to maintain agriculture as a significant portion of the County’s
economy and to maintain the rural character of areas outside of the Urban Development Area.
The Comprehensive Plan can accomplish this by promoting the inclusion of additional land in
Agricultural and Forestal Districts. The Comprehensive Plan supports the renewal of the
proposed District for it provides an opportunity for the agribusiness community to conduct long
range planning efforts for the management of their operations, while providing a reserve of
agricultural land through the year 2025.
TRANSFER OF DEVELOPMENT RIGHTS (TDR) PROGRAM: The County’s TDR
Ordinance as outlined in the Zoning Ordinance provides a bonus to properties located within an
Agricultural and Forestal District. If this District is created, it would qualify for double the
amount of density rights that could be transferred (1 Density Right =2 Dwelling Unit).
LAKES/PONDS/STREAMS: A portion of the proposed District lies within the head waters of
Sylvan Springs Run and drainage area. This will further assist with managing the quality of the
County’s water resources.
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Agricultural and Forestal District
Proposed White Hall District
November 18, 2022
TOPOGRAPHY: This proposed District is located along Great North Mountain, west of Route
81. The topography ranges from steeply sloping along Great North Mountain to rolling along
Wright Road.
SOILS: The predominate types of soil for this area are Hazleton and Laidig-Weikert. Both soils
are typically strongly sloping to very steep and found on mountaintops, side slopes and ridges;
these soils tend to be well drained and consist of sandstone, quartzite, and shale. While the
subject properties are primarily forested, these soils are not classified as prime agricultural soils.
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Agricultural District Advisory Committee
Agenda Item Detail
Meeting Date: December 6, 2022
Agenda Section: Addition to the South Timber Ridge Agricultural and Forestal
District
Title: Addition to the South Timber Ridge Agricultural and Forestal District
Attachments:
ADAC12-06-22AdditionSouthTimberRidge_Redacted.pdf
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2020-2025 AGRICULTURAL & FORESTAL DISTRICT
SOUTH TIMBER RIDGE DISTRICT ADDITION
Staff Report for the Agricultural District Advisory Committee
Prepared: November 17, 2022
Staff Contact: Mark R. Cheran, Zoning Administrator
This report is prepared by the Frederick County Planning Staff to provide information to the
Agricultural District Advisory Committee, Planning Commission, and the Board of
Supervisors to assist them in making a decision on this application. It may also be useful to
other interested in this matter.
Reviewed Action
Agricultural District Advisory Committee: 12/06/22 Pending
Planning Commission: Pending Pending
Board of Supervisors: Pending Pending
PROPOSAL: To add an additional six (6) parcels with a total of 189.86+/- acres to the South
Timber Ridge Agricultural and Forestal District.
LOCATION AND SIZE: This District is located within the Gainesboro Magisterial District and
currently contains seventeen (17) parcels with a total of 981.08+/- acres. The addition of six (6)
parcels 37-A-47, 37-A-58, 37-A-59, 37-A-60, 37-A-63 and 37-A-65 of 189.86+/- acres will have
a total of 1,170.94 +/- acres managed by one (1) property owner. It is generally located along
Hollow Road (Route 707) to the north, Muse Road (Route 610) and Gold Orchard Road (Route
708) to the east. The District would contain 1,170.94+/- acres.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY & STAFF CONCLUSION FOR THE 12/06/22
AGRICULTURAL AND FORESTAL DISTRICT COMMITTEE MEETING:
This is a request to the Frederick County Planning Commission to update and renew the South
Timber Ridge Agricultural and Forestal District. Chapter 43, Section 15.2-4300 of the Code of
Virginia, 1950, as amended, requires that these Districts be reviewed by the local government
every five years after establishment.
These proposed additions to the District meet the intent of Chapter 43, Section 15.2-433 of the
Code of Virginia, 1950, as amended, and has been evaluated in conjunction with the 2035
Comprehensive Plan. The additions provide an opportunity for the agribusiness community to
conduct long range planning efforts for the management of their operations, while providing a
reserve of agricultural land through the year 2025. Ultimately, the Board of Supervisors
approves, approves with modifications, or denies the proposal to establish or renew an
Agricultural and Forestal District.
A recommendation from the ADAC to forward to the Planning Commission would be
appropriate.
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November 17, 2022
REVIEW EVALUATIONS:
LOCATION AND SIZE: This District is located within the Gainesboro Magisterial District and
currently contains seventeen (17) parcels with a total of 981.08+/- acres. The addition of six (6)
parcels of 189.86+/- acres will have a total of 1,170.94 +/- acres managed by one (1) property
owner. It is generally located along Hollow Road (Route 707) to the north, Muse Road (Route
610) and Gold Orchard Road (Route 708) to the east. The District would contain 1,170.94+/-
acres.
AGRICULTURAL & FORESTAL SIGNIFICANCE: The agricultural operations in the
District are 90 percent agriculture, orchard, and crop harvesting) and 10 percent open
space/woodlands. The area within the District is rural in nature.
LAND USE: All parcels within the proposed District are currently zoned RA (Rural Areas)
Zoning District and contain agricultural and residential land uses. All surrounding properties are
also zoned RA (Rural Areas) District.
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN: The 2035 Comprehensive Plan of Frederick County provides
guidance when considering land use actions. The location of the District lies outside the Urban
Development Area (UDA) and Sewer and Water Service Area (SWSA) and is not part of any
land use plan or study by the County. The land use within the District is agricultural and
residential and nature. The current land use should remain in its present condition with land use
of orchards, agricultural, and residential.
The intent of the Rural Areas is to maintain agriculture as a significant portion of the County’s
economy and to maintain the rural character of areas outside of the Urban Development Area.
The Comprehensive Plan can accomplish this by promoting the inclusion of additional land in
Agricultural and Forestal Districts. The Comprehensive Plan supports the renewal of the District
for it provides an opportunity for the agribusiness community to conduct long range planning
efforts for the management of their operations, while providing a reserve of agricultural land
through the year 2025.
TRANSFER OF DEVELOPMENT RIGHTS (TDR) PROGRAM: The County’s TDR
Ordinance as outlined in the Zoning Ordinance provides a bonus to properties located within an
Agricultural and Forestal District. If this District is created, it would qualify for double the
amount of density rights that could be transferred (1 Density Right =2 Dwelling Unit).
LAKES/PONDS/STREAMS: The District lies primarily within the Gainesboro drainage area.
The District will further assist with managing the quality of the County’s water resources.
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TOPOGRAPHY: The District generally varies from rolling hills to ridges to the north, west,
south, and east. The District lies within the Gainesboro watershed and water is available from
ponds, wells and springs.
PRIME AGRICULTURE SOIL: The largest amount of prime agricultural soils located within
the District is Weikert-Gainesboro-Berks. With slopping and well drained soils with good
subsoil
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