HomeMy WebLinkAbout04-17 PC Staff ReportCONDITIONAL USE PERMIT #04-17
TRISHA SHANHOLTZ
Staff Report for the Planning Commission
Prepared: March 24, 2017
Staff Contact: Mark R. Cheran, Zoning Administrator
This report is prepared by the Frederick County Planning Staff to provide information to the
Planning Commission and the Board of Supervisors to assist them in making a decision on
this request. It may also be useful to others interested in this zoning matter.
Reviewed Action
Planning Commission: 04/05/17 Pending
Board of Supervisors: 04/26/17 Pending
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: This is a request for a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) for an in-
home daycare facility within a single-family detached residence in the RA (Rural Areas) Zoning
District. Should the Planning Commission find this application for a daycare to be appropriate,
staff recommends that the following conditions be attached to the CUP:
1. All review agency comments and requirements shall be complied with at all times.
2. Hours of operation shall be permitted from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.
3. The Applicant shall satisfy the licensing requirements of the Virginia Department of Social
Services and the County of Frederick.
4. The Applicant shall apply for and install an approved septic system within one (1) ye ar of
approval date of this Conditional Use Permit.
5. This Conditional Use Permit shall be void and revoked if condition #4 is not implemented.
6. One cottage occupation sign is permitted.
7. Other than those children residing on the property, there shall be no more than twelve (12)
children being cared for at any given time.
8. Other than those persons residing on the property, there shall be no more than one (1)
employee working at the daycare at any time.
9. Any expansion or change of use will require a new Conditional Use Permit.
Following this public hearing, it would be appropriate for the Planning Commission to offer a
recommendation concerning this application to the Board of Supervisors.
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LOCATION: This property is located at 120 Refuge Church Road, Stephens City, Virginia
MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT: Opequon
PROPERTY ID NUMBER: 93-A-7D
PROPERTY ZONING & PRESENT USE:
Zoned: RA (Rural Areas)
Land Use: Residential
ADJOINING PROPERTY ZONING & PRESENT USE:
North: RA (Rural Areas) Use: Residential
South: RA (Rural Areas) Use: Residential Use: Residential
East: RA (Rural Areas) Use: Residential
West: RA (Rural Areas) Use: Vacant
PROPOSED USE: In-Home Daycare Facility
REVIEW EVALUATIONS:
Virginia Department of Transportation: The application for a conditional use permit for this
property appears to have little measurable impact on Route 640, the VDOT facility which would
provide access to the property. It is suggested to trim the weeping willow tree overhanging the
road to obtain adequate sight distance to the east of the driveway. To perform this work in the
state right-of-way a VDOT land use permit should be obtained. With this suggested
improvement the existing entrance is adequate for proposed use. However, should use ever
expand in the future, the entrance may have to be upgraded to VDOT commercial standards.
Frederick County Inspections: Existing dwelling shall comply with The Virginia Uniform
Statewide Building Code (USBC). The existing dwelling will be classified (R-5) and shall
comply with The Virginia Maintenance Codes. No change of Use Permit is required provided the
home is licensed by the Virginia Department of Social Services as a Family Day Home with
allowances of up to 12 children. All sleeping rooms shall comply with proper egress and working
smoke detectors shall be installed in accordance with the VMC.
Frederick County Fire Marshall: Conditional Use Permit (CUP) approved provided that the
following are met:
*At least one 5lb. ABC multi-purpose fire extinguisher is hung in an obvious location within 75’
of all areas being used for the daycare.
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*At least one functioning smoke detector is installed in all areas being used for the daycare.
Winchester-Frederick County Health Department: The existing sewage system is not
designed or approved to accommodate expected waste flow generated from the proposed project.
As a commercial project, the owner will need to engage a private sector professional to prepare
& submit a wastewater design for review.
Planning and Zoning: An in-home daycare facility is a permitted use as a cottage occupation in
the RA (Rural Areas) District with an approved Conditional Use Permit (CUP). An in-home
daycare facility is defined by the Zoning Ordinance as a faci lity in which more than five (5)
children, not including those children related to the people who maintain the facility, are received
for care, protection, and guidance during only part of the 24-hour day. The 2035 Comprehensive
Policy Plan of Frederick County (Comprehensive Plan) identifies this area of the County to
remain rural in nature and is not part of any land use study. The subject property is located,
outside the County’s Urban Development Area (UDA) and Sewer and Water Service Area
(SWSA).
This proposed in-home daycare facility will take place on a 7 +/- acre property, caring for twelve
(12) children, with one (1) employee. The drop-off and pick-up of children is staggered
throughout the morning and evening, which should prevent any traffic along the road. This
proposed use will need to utilize a new septic system approved by the Frederick County Health
Department. The Applicant has requested to delay the installment of the septic system for one (1)
year approval of the CUP. A condition of this CUP is that the Applicant installs an approved
septic system within one (1) year from the approval date of this CUP. The CUP will become void
and will be revoked if septic system is not installed. Staff would note the Applicant has applied
for a septic permit from the Frederick County Health Department and has engaged a septic
company.
STAFF CONCLUSIONS FOR THE 04/05/17 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING:
This is a request for a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) for an in-home daycare facility within a
single-family detached residence in the RA (Rural Areas) Zoning District. Should the Planning
Commission find this application for a daycare to be appropriate, staff recommends that the
following conditions be attached to the CUP:
1. All review agency comments and requirements shall be complied with at all times.
2. Hours of operation shall be permitted from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday through
Friday.
3. The Applicant shall satisfy the licensing requirements of the Virginia Department of
Social Services and the County of Frederick.
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4. The Applicant shall apply for and install an approved septic system within one (1) year of
approval date of this Conditional Use Permit. If system is not installed within the one (1)
year the CUP will be deemed invalid.
5. This Conditional Use Permit shall be void and revoked if condition #4 is not
implemented.
6. One cottage occupation sign is permitted.
7. Other than those children residing on the property, there shall be no more than twelve
(12) children being cared for at any given time.
8. Other than those persons residing on the property, there shall be no more than one (1)
employee working at the daycare at any time.
9. Any expansion or change of use will require a new Conditional Use Permit.
Following this public hearing, it would be appropriate for the Planning Commission to offer a
recommendation concerning this application to the Board of Supervisors.