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020-24 (ProposedOrdAmemdment(Chapter165Zoning(SpecialEventFacilities)) RESOLUTION Action: BOARD OF SUPERVISORS: September 11, 2024 Approved DIRECTING THE PLANNING COMMISSION TO HOLD A PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING CHAPTER 165, ZONING ORDINANCE CHAPTER 165 ARTICLE 204.30 Special Events Facilities WHEREAS, a proposal to ainend Chapter 165-204.30 to specify appropriate surface materials for parking areas at special event facilities was considered; and WHEREAS, the amendment will be referred to the Development Review and Regulations Committee (DRRC) for review at thein-next regular meeting; and WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors discussed the proposed changes on September 11, 2024; and WHEREAS, the Frederick County Board of Supervisors finds it appropriate in the public necessity, convenience, general welfare, and good zoning practice to direct the Frederick County Planning Comrinission to hold a public hearing regarding an amendment to Chapter- 165; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT REQUESTED by the Frederick County Board of Supervisors, that in the interest of public health,safety,general welfare,and good zoning practice,the Frederick County Planning Commission hold a public hearing to consider changes to address Chapter 165-204.30 to specify appropriate surface materials for parking areas at special event facilities. Passed this September 11, 2024, by the following recorded vote: Josh E. Ludwig, Chairman Aye John F. Jewell Aye Heather H. Lockridge Aye Robert W. Wells Aye Blaine P. Dunn Aye Judith McCann-Slaughter Aye Robert T. Liero Aye A COPY ATTEST Michael L. Bollhoefer Res. No. 020-24 Frederick County A inistrator •r COUNTY of FREDERICK Department of Planning and Development 540/665-5651 Fax: 540/665-6395 MEMORANDUM TO: Board of Supervisors FROM: Amy Feltner,Planner SUBJECT: Ordinance Amendment—Special Events Facility DATE: September 1,2024 Proposal: This proposed amendment to the special events facilities was at the request of a board member. 165-204.30(B)(1)(c). The proposal is to modify the requirement that parking areas and travel aisles be graveled for special event facilities in the RA(Rural Area)zoning district. Special event facilities are permitted in the RA (Rural Area) with an approved Conditional Use Permit (CUP). The intent for this modification is to permit the dual use of pasture and meadows for parking for the events without requiring an undue burden on the property owner to gravel surfaces that are infrequently used for parking. All other approved businesses or business activity operated on the property that are not directly the special event use shall meet the requirements for off-street parking and parking lots. Requested Action: Staff is seeking a recommendation for referral to the Development Review and Regulations Committee (DRRC) for further discussion on the proposed ordinance amendment and the authorization to schedule public hearings for the Planning Commission and Board of Supervisors. ALF/pd Attachment: 1. Revised ordinance Revised September, 5, 2024 § 165-204.30 Special event facilities. [Added 5-24-2017] Special events facilities,where allowed in the RA(Rural Areas) District, shall be subject to the following requirements: A. An illustrative sketch plan in accordance with the requirements of Article VIII shall be submitted with the conditional use permit application.This plan shall identify access for the facility,the location of all parking areas, the location and square footage for all structure(s)to be used, and the location of sewage disposal facilities. B. All structures associated with a special events facility shall require a review and approval by the Building Official. [Amended 12-11-2019] C. Adequate area for off-street parking on stable ground shall be provided for the special events center. Parking areas shall be maintained regularly,free of mud, and stabilized with vegetation. Tracking of mud and debris onto roadways is not permitted. Parking related to or required for other approved businesses or business activity on the property shall meet the requirements of§165- 202.01 for off-street parking and parking lots. At no time shall the parking of vehicles obstruct vehicular traffic or impede access to emergency services. Accessible Parking shall be provided as required in the Uniform Statewide Building Code gravele The Board of Supervisors may require through the conditional use permit process that all travel aisles and/or parking spaces be graveled, paved with a minimum double prime and seal_ or alternative dust-free surface. Additional requirements may be required as determined by the Frederick County Fire Marshal to maintain fire department apparatus access. D. Portable toilets shall be permitted for special event facilities, provided that they are screened from all adjoining properties and roads by topography, structures or new or existing landscaping. E. Special events facilities that share a private access easement with another property owner/s must show the easement allows a use of this type or written permission must be obtained by the sharing parties.