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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC 06-06-18 Meeting Agenda AGENDA FREDERICK COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION The Board Room Frederick County Administration Building Winchester, Virginia June 6, 2018 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) April 4, 2018 Meeting Minutes ........................................................................................ (A) 3) Committee Reports .................................................................................................. (no tab) 4) Citizen Comments ................................................................................................... (no tab) PUBLIC HEARING 5) Rezoning #01-18 for Stonewall IV, submitted by Walsh Colucci Lubeley & Walsh, to rezone 88.91+/- acres from the RA (Rural Areas) District to the M1 (Light Industrial) District with proffers. The properties are located at the southern terminus of Lenior D rive (Route F-732) and are identified by Property Identification Numbers 43-A-21, 43-A-21B, 43-19-4 and 43-A-24. Ms. Perkins ...................................................................................................................... (B) 6) Conditional Use Permit #07-18 for Winchester 101 LLC., for a revision to the conditions of Conditional Use Permit #13-96 submitted to change the hours of operation. The property is located at 4780 Northwestern Pike, Winchester, Virginia and is identified with Property Identification Number 40-A-66D in the Gainesboro Magisterial District in the RA (Rural Areas) Zoning District. Mr. Cheran ....................................................................................................................... (C) 7) Draft Update of the 2018-2019 Frederick County Primary and Interstate Road Improvement Plans – The Primary and Interstate Road Improvement Plans establish priorities for improvements to the Primary and Interstate road networks within Frederick Cunty. Comments from the Transportation Committee will be forward to the Planning Commission and Board of Supervisors. Ultimately, the priorities adopted by the Board of Supervisors will be forwarded to the Commonwealth Transportation Board for consideration. The Virginia Department of Transportation and the Planning Commission of Frederick County, in accordance with Section 33.2-331 of the Code of Virginia, will conduct a joint public hearing in the Board Room of the Frederick County -2- Government Center, 107 North Kent Street, Winchester, Virginia at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 6, 2018. The purpose of this public hearing is to receive public comment on the proposed Six Year Plan for Secondary Roads for Fiscal Year 2019. Copies of the proposed Plan and Budget may be reviewed at the Edinburg Office of the Virginia Department of Transportation, located at 14031 Old Valley Pike, Edinburg, Virginia or at the Frederick County offices located at 107 North Kent Street, Winchester, Virginia. All projects in the Secondary Road Improvement Plan that are eligible for federal funds will be included in the Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP), which documents how Virginia will obligate federal transportation funds. Persons requiring special assistance to attend and participate in this hearing should contact the Virginia Department of Transportation at 1-800-367-7623. Persons wishing to speak at this public hearing should contact the Frederick County Planning Department at 540-665-5651. Mr. Bishop ....................................................................................................................... (D) 8) Ordinance Amendment to the Frederick County Code – Chapter 165 Zoning, ARTICLE II SUPPLEMENTARY USE REGULATIONS; PARKING; BUFFERS; AND REGULATIONS FOR SEPECIFIC USES, Buffers and Landscaping §165- 203.02 Buffer and screening requirements; ARTICLE XI BUFFER AND SCREENING DIAGRAMS, Part 1101 – Diagrams §165-1101.01 Buffer and screening. Revision to the Frederick County Zoning Ordinance to modify requirements for residential separation buffers in the RP (Residential Performance) Zoning District. Mr. Klein .......................................................................................................................... (E) Other Adjourn 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. A Frederick County Planning Commission Page 3528 Minutes of April 4, 2018 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 April 4, 2018 PRESENT: Kevin Kenney, Chairman; Robert S. Molden, Opequon District; Gary R. Oates, Stonewall District; William H. Cline, Stonewall District; Greg L. Unger, Back Creek District; J. Rhodes Marston, Back Creek District; Lawrence R. Ambrogi, Shawnee District; H. Paige Manuel, Shawnee District; June M. Wilmot, Member at Large; Christopher M. Mohn, Red Bud District; Kathleen Dawson, Red Bud District; Roderick B. Williams, County Attorney. ABSENT: Roger L. Thomas, Vice Chairman/Opequon District; Charles E. Triplett, Gainesboro District. STAFF PRESENT: Candice E. Perkins, Assistant Director; Mark A. Cheran, Zoning and Subdivision Administrator; M. Tyler Klein, Planner; Shannon L. Conner, Administrative Assistant. CALL TO ORDER Chairman Kenney called the April 4, 2018 meeting of the Frederick County Planning Commission to order at 7:00 p.m. Chairman Kenney commenced the meeting by inviting everyone to join in a moment of silence. ADOPTION OF AGENDA Upon motion made by Commissioner Oates and seconded by Commissioner Cline, the Planning Commission unanimously adopted the agenda for this evening’s meeting. MINUTES Upon motion made by Commissioner Oates and seconded by Commissioner Marston, the Planning Commission unanimously adopted the minutes from the February 21, 2018 and March 7, 2018 meetings. ------------- Frederick County Planning Commission Page 3529 Minutes of April 4, 2018 COMMITTEE REPORTS Transportation Committee – Mtg. 03/26/18 Commissioner Oates reported the committee discussed three items: the Ruebuck Lane Petition that was approved; the MPO work program; and an update to County Projects. Frederick Water – Mtg. 03/22/18 Commissioner Unger reported the Board adopted the following: An Annual Sewer Meter Calibration Fee as well as a Plan Review Fee; the annual wastewater subsidy calculation for the Lake Frederick Development; New water and wastewater rates for services provided to the Town of Stephens City. He continued, Frederick Water will hold a public hearing on April 17, 2018 to receive comments on the proposed FY2019-28 Capital Improvement Plan. Commissioner Unger reported the customer base is now over 15,600 connections and the monthly water use averaged 5.42 MGD. He concluded, the Diehl’s north quarry continues to maintain its quarry water level at 650.3 feet; the Anderson’s quarry level has gained 3 feet and is now at the water level of 586.2 feet; rainfall was 2.82 inches, slightly below average; the quarries are holding their own, and it is anticipated their seasonal recharge will be apparent over the next month. Historic Resources Advisory Board – Mtg. 03/20/18 Commissioner Cline reported the Board approved and sent forward a Conditional Use Permit for West Oaks Special Event Center and a Rezoning application for Stonewall VI. Conservation Easement Authority – Mtg. 03/22/18 Chairman Kenney reported the Authority held its organizational activities to include: Election of Chairman, Vice Chairman, Treasurer, and Secretary; Adoption of Bylaws; and Selection of Meeting Dates and Times. He noted the members will be meeting with land owners one on one to discuss options. City of Winchester – Mtg. 04/03/18 Commissioner Loring, Winchester City Planning Commission Liaison, reported the Commission discussed 3 Conditional Use Permits, 1 Rezoning of 27 townhomes, and 1 text amendment update. Board of Supervisors – Mtg. 3/28/18 Board of Supervisors’ Liaison, Supervisor Shannon Trout reported the Board discussed the budget and did not pursue any Planning Commission items. ------------- Frederick County Planning Commission Page 3530 Minutes of April 4, 2018 CITIZEN COMMENTS Chairman Kenney 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 Kenney closed the citizen comments portion of the meeting. ------------- PUBLIC HEARING Conditional Use Permit #02-18 for Alisha Feltner submitted for a cottage occupation for a nail salon. The property is located at 464 Layside Drive, Winchester, Virginia and is identified with Property Identification Number 51-A-129 in the Back Creek Magisterial District. Action – Recommend Approval Mark A. Cheran, Zoning and Subdivision Administrator, reported this is a request for a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) for a cottage occupation for an in -home nail salon located within a single family detached structure. He continued, the property is currently zoned RA (Rural Areas) District and the current land use is residential. Mr. Cheran noted the surrounding properties are also zoned RA and the uses are residential. He provided a location map of the property. Mr. Cheran continued, the Zoning Ordinance allows a nail salon as a cottage occupation in the RA (Rural Areas) District with an approved Conditional Use Permit. He explained, this proposed use will take place within one room of the basement of the Applicant’s single-family dwelling. Mr. Cheran noted, the Applicant is proposing one pedicure chair, one nail counter, a waiting area, and a retail counter as depicted on the sketch provided by the Applicant. Mr. Cheran presented the conditions as recommended by Staff: 1. All review agency comments shall be complied with at all times. 2. No signage allowed with this Conditional Use Permit. 3. Hours of Operation shall be 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. 4. No more than eight (8) customers per week. 5. No employees permitted, beyond those residing on the premises. 6. Any expansion or change of use shall require a new Conditional Use Permit. Commissioner Oates commented, a letter was received from the HOA stating there are no businesses allowed in the homes; he reminded everyone this is a private covenant and outside the hands of the County. Mr. Cheran explained the HOA does have private covenants and the Applicant has met the requirements of a Cottage Occupation. Mr. Roderick Williams, County Attorney, clarified the letter from the HOA actually states there are no restrictions in the covenants preventing a home-based business. Chairman Kenney called for anyone who wished to speak regarding this Public Hearing to come forward at this time. Julie Zuckerman residing at 220 Layside Drive came forward with her concerns of the traffic this will generate, the disruption to their peaceful private neighborhood, and she feels this will open the door for other businesses to evolve in the subdivision creating an issue to the security of everyone residing there. Frederick County Planning Commission Page 3531 Minutes of April 4, 2018 Lisa Creamer of 427 Layside Drive read from the covenants which state; All said lots shall be used for residential purposes only. She shared her concerns with traffic and the disruption in privacy. Bettina Eutsler of 181 Sawyer Lane stated this subdivision is for residential purposes only and businesses should not be allowed. She noted the HOA has not voted on this. Laura Clark of 393 Layside Drive shared her concerns with traffic and the privacy of longtime residents being disturbed. William Hudnutt of 357 Layside Drive and the President of the HOA commented the covenants do not restrict this home-based business; this will be an agenda item at the annual meeting and to restrict this, the declaration would have to be changed. He noted the HOA is scheduled to meet on May 12, 2018. David Hershey of 269 Pinnacle Ridge commented his concern is opening the door for future businesses within the development. Laura Sperling of 256 Sawyer Lane echoed the concerns of her neighbors regarding traffic, privacy, and security. No one else came forward to speak and Chairman Kenney closed the public comment portion of the hearing. Alisha Feltner, the Applicant came forward and explained; her clients would consist of 8 a week. She noted she has been doing nails for over 16 years and she respects her neighbors. Commissioner Unger asked the Applicant if she has been doing nails out of this location prior to this CUP. Ms. Feltner replied no she has not. Commissioner Unger commented he does not see how 8 people a week would disturb the neighborhood. Commissioner Oates commented, the Planning Commission needs to vote how it will affect the County and surrounding area and not apply the covenants of the HOA since that is a private matter. Commissioner Mohn stated he respects the neighbors and the Planning Commission needs to look at this as being acceptable based on the conditions; 8 people a week is not many. Upon motion made by Commissioner Unger and seconded by Commissioner Marston BE IT RESOLVED, the Frederick County Planning Commission does hereby unanimously recommend approval of Conditional Use Permit #02-18 for Alisha Feltner submitted for a cottage occupation for a nail salon. The property is located at 464 Layside Drive, Winchester, Virginia and is identified with Property Identification Number 51-A-129 in the Back Creek Magisterial District. (Note: Commissioners Thomas and Triplett were absent from the meeting) Frederick County Planning Commission Page 3532 Minutes of April 4, 2018 Conditional Use Permit #03-18 for Trumpet Vine Farm, LLC., submitted for establishment of a special event facility in the RA (Rural Areas) Zoning District. The property is located at 266 Vaucluse Road, Stephens City, Virginia and is identified with Property Identification Number 85- A-6C in the Back Creek Magisterial District. Action – Recommend Approval M. Tyler Klein, Planner, reported this is an application for consideration of a special events facility at 266 Vaucluse Road, Stephens City in the Back Creek Magisterial District and identified with Property Identification Number 85-A-6C. Mr. Klein continued, the property is currently zoned RA (Rural Areas) District as are the surrounding properties and the current land use is Residential. He noted the proposed use if for a special events facility for weddings and other similar types of events. Mr. Klein presented an aerial photo of the site. He explained the Applicant has been operating a special event facility for weddings and other events since 2012 under the County’s annual Festival Permit process. Mr. Klein noted, the application proposes: to use an existing open outdoor pavilion with retractable sides and use of existing storage building; Allow use of temporary tents to accommodate larger gatherings; Use of temporary restroom facilities to be brought in for each event; Use of outside catering, no food will be prepared on site; use of existing gravel parking area; and proposes the special events may accommodate up to 450 persons. Mr. Klein provided and overview of the Applicant’s site. Mr. Klein reported the proposed conditional use is consistent with the 2035 Comprehensive Plan; which supports opportunities for agritourism and agribusiness. He continued, the Board of Supervisors approved “special event facilities” as a conditional use in the RA Zoning District in May 2017. He noted the Applicant has addressed all review agency comments, including site access, compliance with the building and fire safety code; and the proposed use is consistent with the County’s policies and regulations. Mr. Klein reviewed the conditions as recommended by Staff: 1. All review agency comments shall be complied with at all times. 2. An illustrative sketch plan, in accordance with the requirements of Article VIII of the Frederick County Zoning Ordinance, shall be submitted to and approved by Frederick County prior to the establishment of the use. 3. A commercial entrance, including recordation of a site distance easement, should be permitted and complete within one (1) year of approval of this CUP. 4. Events shall start no earlier than 10 a.m. and all events and related activities shall conclude by midnight. 5. Events may accommodate up to and not to exceed 450 persons. 6. One (1) monument style sign with a maximum sign area not to exceed 50 square feet (SF) and not to exceed 10 feet (FT) in height is permitted. 7. Any expansion or modification of this use will require the approval of a new CUP. Commissioner Oates asked why changing the need of a site plan to an illustrative sketch plan and noted the comments from the Health Department. Mr. Klein explained the site plan is not required in the B2, therefore the illustrative sketch plan is acceptable. Regarding the Health Department comment of a drain field; Mr. Klein explained, the Applicant intended to continue to use portable restroom facilities, which would be screened from view satisfying the supplemental use regulations outlined in the Zoning Ordinance. Mr. Klein noted in the future if the Applicant wanted to construct permanent restroom facilities, he would need to comply with the Health Department standards. Frederick County Planning Commission Page 3533 Minutes of April 4, 2018 Commissioner Unger inquired why VDOT is requiring the Applicant to put in a paved entrance when this is off a dirt road. Mr. Klein explained the comment from VDOT was to apply for a commercial entrance permit and improve the sight distance in either direction from the driveway. He continued, the Applicant has removed some of the vegetation to improve visibility left and right and had already reached out to VDOT Staff about what would need to be done for his entrance, and/or if there was another standard that could be applied given his driveway was gravel as is Vaucluse Road. Mr. DeMarchi Spears, the Applicant spoke reaffirming his request for the special event facility and that he intended to comply with the VDOT requirement for a commercial entrance to whatever standard would satisfy their comments within the one (1) year time frame stipulated in the Conditions of Approval. Chairman Kenney called for anyone who wished to speak regarding this Public Hearing to come forward at this time. No one came forward to speak and Chairman Kenney closed the public comment portion of the hearing. Upon motion made by Commissioner Unger and seconded by Commissioner Marston BE IT RESOLVED, the Frederick County Planning Commission does hereby unanimously recommend approval of Conditional Use Permit #03-18 for Trumpet Vine Farm, LLC., submitted for establishment of a special event facility in the RA (Rural Areas) Zoning District. The property is located at 266 Vaucluse Road, Stephens City, Virginia and is identified with Property Identification Number 85 -A-6C in the Back Creek Magisterial District. (Note: Commissioners Thomas and Triplett were absent from the meeting) ------------- INFORMATION/DISCUSSION Master Development Plan #02-18 for Regents Crest Subdivision submitted by Painter-Lewis, P.L.C., on behalf of Jennings Investments. This application seeks to develop 9.9+/- acres of land zoned RP (Residential Performance) District and B2 (General Business) District for townhomes and single-family small lots attached. The subject properties are located generally south of Trafalgar Square on the south side of Route 522, in the Stonewall Magisterial District, and are identified by Property Identification Numbers 53-7-1 through 53-7-66 and 53-7-66A. M. Tyler Klein, Planner, reported this is a proposal to develop 8.88 acres of property zoned RP (Residential Performance) District and 1.02 acres zoned B2 (General Business) District into 95 townhome units and four (4) single-family small lot (attached) unites. He continued the subject properties were not part of a rezoning or other legislative application. He noted a prior MDP was approved in 2004. Mr. Klein presented a location map of the property. Mr. Klein explained the Applicant proposes: 95 townhomes and 4 single-family small lot units; Access to the site from Trafalgar Square; A network of internal streets (Sage Circle, Reign Way, Lance Way) for circulation throughout the development; Sidewalks will be provided on either side of internal streets for pedestrian connectivity within the development; A 5’ trail along the perimeter of the property for recreation. Frederick County Planning Commission Page 3534 Minutes of April 4, 2018 Mr. Klein concluded the Master Development Plan for Regents Crest appears to be consistent with the requirements of Article VIII, Master Development Plan, of the Frederick County Zoning Ordinance and this MDP is in a form that is administratively approvable. Commissioner Oates noted, what was approved before was a large buffer between this area and the neighbors to the East; now townhomes could be placed right up against that line. Mr. Klein explained, in the fall of 2017 the zoning district buffer standards between townhomes and single-family homes was changed which reduced the buffer to approximately half. Commissioner Unger inquired where the pull off will be for a school bus. Mr. John Lewis of Painter-Lewis PLC commented, the streets are private therefore the bus will turn around at the cul-de-sac. Commissioner Oates requested clarification on the buffer to the east and what is being done regarding storm water management. Mr. Lewis explained the storm water management has been in place since 2006; regarding the buffers, it is a full screen buffer, 15’ inactive and 10’ active, and there will be an opaque element and planting. Commissioner Oates asked if the opaque element will be a fence or a berm. Mr. Lewis stated there will not be an opaque element along the east because there is a 30’ drop and a fence would not help; the remainder will be a fence. Shipping Containers – Discussion on revisions to the Frederick County Zoning Ordinance to restrict the use of shipping containers (i.e. pre-fabricated, durable, steel shipping containers, also known as intermodal containers, cargo containers, freight containers, or ISO containers) as accessory structures in certain districts. Action – Recommend Approval M. Tyler Klein, Planner, reported this is a proposed amendment to Chapter 165 – Zoning Ordinance to restrict the use of shipping containers (i.e. pre-fabricated, durable, steel shipping containers, also known as intermodal containers, cargo containers, freight containers, or ISO containers) as accessory storage in certain districts. He continued, the current zoning ordinance does not specifically address shipping containers, only where tractor trailers may be parked or stored. Mr. Klein noted shipping containers as accessory storage have been identified as a concern. He reported a revision has been drafted to the Zoning Ordinance to: Restrict the use of shipping containers as accessory storage in the RP, R4, R5, and on lots of less than 6 acres in the RA Districts; Allow shipping contain ers as storage on RA lots greater than 6 acres where containers meet the 15’ side/rear setbacks for accessory structures; Restrict use of shipping containers as storage in business and industrial districts only where they are contained completely within a screened outdoor storage yard and the containers may not be stacked. Mr. Klein explained, it was originally proposed to restrict the use of shipping containers as accessory storage in all zoning districts except where used as storage during construction activities where they would be removed prior to occupancy. He noted the DRRC discussed this amendment at their February 26, 2018 meeting and recommended further revisions to the text to only restrict the use of shipping containers as storage under certain conditions and in certain districts. Commissioner Oates commented, to clarify, if someone puts a shipping container on a lot less than 6 acres in the RA District, it would be allowed if it’s put inside a building where it would not be visible or exposed. Mr. Klein noted that is correct if contained within a building. Frederick County Planning Commission Page 3535 Minutes of April 4, 2018 Commissioner Unger commented, he has spoke with several individuals who are curious where the 6-acre amount comes from; he stated he would not mind if it were raised to 10 acres. Upon motion made by Commissioner Oates and seconded by Commissioner Cline BE IT RESOLVED, the Frederick County Planning Commission does hereby recommend approval of Shipping Containers – revisions to the Frederick County Zoning Ordinance to restrict the use of shipping containers (i.e. pre-fabricated, durable, steel shipping containers, also known as intermodal containers, cargo containers, freight containers, or ISO containers) as accessory structures in certain districts. (Note: Commissioners Thomas and Triplett were absent from the meeting) Self-Storage Facilities in RA District – Discussion on revisions to the Frederick County Zoning Ordinance to allow self-storage facilities in the RA (Rural Areas) Zoning District as a conditional use (requiring an approved Conditional Use Permit). M. Tyler Klein, Planner, reported this is a proposed amendment to Chapter 165 – Zoning Ordinance to allow storage facilities, self-service, in the RA (Rural Areas) District as a conditional use. He continued, under the current Zoning Ordinance, storage facilities, self -service, are only allowed in the B2 (General Business), B3 (Industrial Transition), M1 (Light Industrial), and M2 (Industrial General) Zoning Districts. Mr. Klein noted, this text amendment was previously considered by the Planning Commission in 2015; the Board of Supervisors denied this text amendment following a public hearing in November 2015; at the February 26, 2018 DRRC meeting, staff was directed by a committee member to bring this item back for reconsideration as it was drafted in 2015. He continued, the proposed 20 15 text amendment included additional supplemental use requirements for self-storage facilities in the RA District including: Properties must be located within a designated and defined Rural Community Center as identified in the 2035 Comprehensive Plan; All development shall conform to all B2 (General Business) District standards; and All developments shall have direct access onto a paved State road. Upton motion made by Commissioner Oates and seconded by Commissioner Marston BE IT RESOLVED, the Frederick County Planning Commissioner does hereby recommend Self-Storage Facilities in RA District – Discussion on revisions to the Frederick County Zoning Ordinance to allow self-storage facilities in the RA (Rural Areas) Zoning District as a conditional use (requiring an approved Conditional Use Permit) be sent back to the DRRC for additional discussion and revisions. (Note: Commissioners Thomas and Triplett were absent from the meeting) ------------- Frederick County Planning Commission Page 3536 Minutes of April 4, 2018 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 Cline and unanimously passed. The meeting adjourned at 7:50 p.m. Respectfully submitted, ____________________________ Kevin W. Kenney, Chairman ____________________________ Michael T. Ruddy, Secretary B REZONING APPLICATION #01-18 STONEWALL IV Staff Report for the Planning Commission Prepared: May 21, 2018 Staff Contact: Candice E. Perkins, AICP, CZA, Assistant Director John Bishop, AICP, Assistant Director – Transportation Reviewed Action Planning Commission: 06/06/18 Pending Board of Supervisors: 07/25/18 Pending PROPOSAL: To rezone 88.91+/- acres from the RA (Rural Areas) District to the M1 (Light Industrial) District with proffers. LOCATION: The subject properties are located at the southern terminus of Lenoir Drive (Route F-732). EXECUTIVE SUMMARY & STAFF CONCLUSION FOR THE 06/06/18 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING: This is an application to rezone a total of 88.91 acres of land to the M1 (Light Industrial) District with Proffers. The site is located within the limits of the Northeast Land Use Plan of the 2035 Comprehensive Plan and depicts the subject properties with an industrial land use designation. The proposed M1 Zoning is generally consistent with the Northeast Land Use Plan as it relates to this area. The properties are also located within the limits of the Sewer and Water Service Area (SWSA). The proffers associated with this rezoning request are as follows; Staff has provided comments regarding concerns associated with this request: Proffer Statement – Dated April 25, 2018: 1. Development and use of the property: 1.1. Development of the property shall be limited to the construction of not more than 820,000 gross square feet and solely used for warehousing or high cube transload and short-term storage. 1.2. The development of the property shall be in general conformance with the GDP. 1.3. The maximum height of each building shall be 60’. 2. Transportation: 2.1. Within 90 calendar days of a written request by the County, the Applicant shall dedicate approximately 17.05 acres to the Frederick County Board of Supervisors, as depicted on the GDP, for the future Route 37 bypass. Staff Comment: The Applicant has proffered to dedicate right-of-way for Route 37; however, the slip ramp depicted in the Northeast Land Use Plan is not accounted for in this rezoning and the draft GDP shows site entrances that would be in conflict with the future slip ramp implementation. Rezoning #01-18 Stonewall IV May 25, 2018 Page 2 3. Fire and Rescue: 3.1. The Applicant shall contribute to Frederick County $0.10 per gross square foot of construction ad depicted on each site plan, to be used for fire and rescue purposes in the general area. 4. Cultural Resources: 4.1. The Applicant shall retain a qualified professional architectural historian to perform a Historic American Building Survey (HABS) – standard level III as defined by the National Park Service Heritage Documentation Program on the residential building and its associated architectural buildings on the property. 4.2. The Applicant, working with a qualified professional architectural historian, shall inspect prior to demolition the non-heated areas of the residential building for the presence of partially hidden or obstructed historic artifacts or material. 5. Escalator: 5.1. In the event the monetary contributions set forth in the proffer statement are paid to Frederick County within 18 months after final approval of this rezoning, said contributions shall be in the amounts stated. Any monetary contributions which are paid after 18 months following final approval shall be adjusted in accordance with the Urban Consumer Price Index (CPI-U). 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. Rezoning #01-18 Stonewall IV May 25, 2018 Page 3 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: 06/06/18 Pending Board of Supervisors: 07/25/18 Pending PROPOSAL: To rezone 88.91+/- acres from the RA (Rural Areas) District to the M1 (Light Industrial) District with proffers. LOCATION: The subject properties are located at the southern terminus of Lenoir Drive (Route F-732). MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT: Stonewall PROPERTY ID NUMBERS: 43-A-21, 43-A-21B, 43-19-4 and 43-A-24 PROPERTY ZONING: RA (Rural Areas) District PRESENT USE: Residential and Agricultural ADJOINING PROPERTY ZONING & PRESENT USE: North: M1 (Light Industrial) District Use: Industrial RA (Rural Areas) District Residential/Vacant South: RA (Rural Areas) District Use: Residential/Route 37 East: M1 (Light Industrial) District Use: Industrial West: RA (Rural Areas) District Use: Residential/Vacant Rezoning #01-18 Stonewall IV May 25, 2018 Page 4 REVIEW EVALUATIONS: Virginia Dept. of Transportation: The Frederick County Transportation Chapter and Northeast Frederick Area Plan of the Comprehensive Plan identifies the extension of Lenoir Drive as an on-ramp to Route 37 west as a future transportation improvement. While the Generalized Development Plan has been revised to locate the future development entrance in a manner that is not in conflict with the comprehensive plan improvement, VDOT strongly recommends Frederick County request right-of-way dedication on the subject property to accommodate the future improvement and the rezoning documents updated accordingly. Frederick -Winchester Service Authority: Capacity consideration deferred to Frederick Water. Frederick Water: Please see letter from Eric R. Lawrence, AICP, Executive Director dated February 22, 2018. Frederick County Department of Public Works: A detailed review shall occur at the time of site plan submission. Frederick County Fire Marshall: Plan approved. Frederick County Department of Parks & Recreation: The application appears to meet Parks and Recreation requirements. Planning & Zoning: 1) Site History The original Frederick County Zoning Map (U.S.G.S. Winchester Quadrangle) identifies the subject properties as being zoned A-2 (Agricultural General) District. The County’s agricultural zoning districts were subsequently combined to form the RA (Rural Areas) District upon adoption of an amendment to the Frederick County Zoning Ordinance on May 10, 1989. 2) Comprehensive Plan The 2035 Comprehensive Plan is the guide for the future growth of Frederick County. The 2035 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. The Area Plans, Appendix I of the 2035 Comprehensive Plan, are the primary implementation tool and will be instrumental to the future planning efforts of the County. Rezoning #01-18 Stonewall IV May 25, 2018 Page 5 Land Use The Northeast Land Use Plan of the 2035 Comprehensive Plan identifies these properties with an industrial land use designation. The proposed M1 Zoning District is generally consistent with the Northeast Land Use Plan as it relates to this area. The land use plan depicts future Route 37 on the western boundary of the properties and access to Route 37 from Lenoir Drive via a slip ramp. 3) Potential Impacts Transportation and Site Access Access to the site will be via Lenoir Drive. The Applicant has proffered to dedicate right-of- way for Route 37; however, the slip ramp depicted in the Northeast Land Use Plan is not accounted for in this rezoning and the draft GDP shows site entrances that would be in conflict with the future slip ramp implementation. The site is proposed to be accessed via Lenoir Drive. Staff would note that there is an existing access easement that serves the residential property adjacent to Route 37 (PIN 43-A-23). The access easement to parcel 43-A-23 does not align with the proposed access to the subject properties off Lenoir Drive. There is concern that the alignment of the easement and the proposed access on Lenoir Drive could create a conflict. A Traffic Impact Analysis (TIA) was conducted on the subject development. Studied intersections were as follows: Lenoir Drive at McGhee, McGhee at Welltown Road, Welltown Road at Route 11, Route 11 at the Southbound Exit 317 Ramps, Route 11 at the Northbound Exit 317 exit ramp, and Route 11 at the Northbound Exit 317 entrance ramp and Redbud Road. According to the TIA, which has been accepted by VDOT, the build out level of service at the studied intersections was maintained from the current level of service with the left turn onto the Exit 317 Northbound entrance ramp. This movement is degraded from a level of service C to level of service D. This is unable to be alleviated due to physical restrictions of the site. Environment The site is relatively flat, with the highest points situated near the center of the site and near Route 37. Redbud Run courses generally along the northern/northeast property boundary. The site contains floodplain for Redbud Run. Historical The Virginia Department of Historic Resources identifies one mapped property located on the subject property DHR #034-1099 - Glengary. This structure is potentially eligible for the National Register of Historic Places. The Frederick County Historic Resources Advisory Board (HRAB) considered the rezoning application at their meeting on March 27, 2018. The HRAB requested that the Applicant perform a Historic American Building Survey (HABS) – Standard III for the Glengary site and Institute protocols for the demolishment of Glengary to ensure preservation and/or documentation of historical features. The Applicant has addressed the HRAB’s comments in their proffer statement. Rezoning #01-18 Stonewall IV May 25, 2018 Page 6 4) Proffer Statement – Dated April 25, 2018: 1. Development and use of the property: 1.1. Development of the property shall be limited to the construction of not more than 820,000 gross square feet and solely used for warehousing or high cube transload and short-term storage. 1.2. The development of the property shall be in general conformance with the GDP. 1.3. The maximum height of each building shall be 60’. 2. Transportation: 2.1. Within 90 calendar days of a written request by the County, the Applicant shall dedicate approximately 17.05 acres to the Frederick County Board of Supervisors, as depicted on the GDP, for the future Route 37 bypass. Staff Comment: The Applicant has proffered to dedicate right-of-way for Route 37; however, the slip ramp depicted in the Northeast Land Use Plan is not accounted for in this rezoning and the draft GDP shows site entrances that would be in conflict with the future slip ramp implementation. 3. Fire and Rescue: 3.1. The Applicant shall contribute to Frederick County $0.10 per gross square foot of construction ad depicted on each site plan, to be used for fire and rescue purposes in the general area. 4. Cultural Resources: 4.1. The Applicant shall retain a qualified professional architectural historian to perform a Historic American Building Survey (HABS) – standard level III as defined by the National Park Service Heritage Documentation Program on the residential building and its associated architectural buildings on the property. 4.2. The Applicant, working with a qualified professional architectural historian, shall inspect prior to demolition the non-heated areas of the residential building for the presence of partially hidden or obstructed historic artifacts or material. 5. Escalator: 5.1. In the event the monetary contributions set forth in the proffer statement are paid to Frederick County within 18 months after final approval of this rezoning, said contributions shall be in the amounts stated. Any monetary contributions which are paid after 18 months following final approval shall be adjusted in accordance with the Urban Consumer Price Index (CPI-U). 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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Manufacturing Park) R4 (Residential Planned Community District) R5 (Residential Recreational Community District) RA (Rural Areas District) RP (Residential Performance District)Eastern Road Plan Ramp I Note:Frederick County Dept ofPlanning & Development107 N Kent StSuite 202Winchester, VA 22601540 - 665 - 5651Map Created: April 23, 2018Staff: cperkins TYSO N D R MCGH E E R D LENO I R D R WE L L T O W N R D W BR O O K E R D LAU C K D R STIN E L N RE D B U D R D GR E E N F I E L D D R PARK C E N T E R D R BRO O K E R D HA N D L E Y D R CAR P E R S D R HIC K O R Y L N §¨¦81 0137 0111 REZ # 01 - 18Stonewall IVPINs:43 - A - 21, 43 - A - 21B, 43 - A - 24, 43 - 19 - 4Rezoning from RA to M1Zoning Map 0 670 1,340335 Feet REZ # 01 - 18Stonewall IVPINs:43 - A - 21, 43 - A - 21B, 43 - A - 24,43 - 19 - 4Rezoning from RA to M1Zoning Map 01522 REZ #01-18 REZ #01-18 REZ #01-18 REZ #01-18 SPRINGVALLEYSubdivision STONEWALLINDUSTRIAL PARKSubdivision 0137 FloodZoneAE FloodZoneA 43 A 21 43 19 4 43 A 24 43 A 21B 100SENTRY CT 104SENTRY CT 394FORTRESS DR 395FORTRESS DR 370STINE LN 1303MARTINSBURGPIKE 1303MARTINSBURGPIKE 1263MARTINSBURGPIKE 100FULLHOUSE DR 133FORTRESS DR 103SENTRY CT 109SENTRY CT 298FORTRESS DR390FORTRESS DR 392FORTRESS DR 391FORTRESS DR 1239MARTINSBURGPIKE 135FORTRESS DR 101SALVO CIR 288FORTRESS DR 104BLACKPOWDER CT 102BLACKPOWDER CT 100SALVO CIR 143FORTRESS DR287FORTRESS DR 291FORTRESS DR 297FORTRESS DR 103BLACKPOWDER CT 102SALVOCIR 1305MARTINSBURGPIKE 425LENOIR DR 403LENOIR DR 399LENOIR DR 1461MARTINSBURGPIKE 389LENOIR DR 340LENOIR DR 325LENOIR DR 340LENOIR DR 275LENOIR DR 260LENOIR DR 304LENOIR DR 255LENOIR DR 240LENOIR DR 396TYSON DR 208LENOIR DR 200LENOIR DR 104RIGGERS DR 148LENOIR DR 334HANDLEY DR 384TYSON DR 206LENOIR DR 360TYSON DR 305TYSON DR 310TYSON DR 257TYSON DR 645MCGHEE RD 657MCGHEE RD 255TYSON DR656MCGHEE RD 270TYSON DR 325MCGHEE RD 650MCGHEE RD 625MCGHEE RD 252TYSON DR 240TYSON DR 601MCGHEE RD 220TYSON DR557MCGHEE RD 141LAKEVILLECIR CI V E S L N S A L V O CI R MART I N S B U R G PIKE SENTRY CT MC G H E E R D FORTRESS DR TYSO N D R LENO I R D R Applications Sewer and Water Service Area Parcels Future Rt 37 Bypass Building FootprintsEastern Road Plan Ramp Floodplain 0.2 PCT ANNUAL CHANCE FLOOD HAZARD A AE I Note:Frederick County Dept ofPlanning & Development107 N Kent StSuite 202Winchester, VA 22601540 - 665 - 5651Map Created: April 23, 2018Staff: cperkins TYSO N D R MCGH E E R D LENO I R D R WE L L T O W N R D W BR O O K E R D LAU C K D R STIN E L N RE D B U D R D GR E E N F I E L D D R PARK C E N T E R D R BRO O K E R D HA N D L E Y D R CAR P E R S D R HIC K O R Y L N §¨¦81 0137 0111 REZ # 01 - 18Stonewall IVPINs:43 - A - 21, 43 - A - 21B, 43 - A - 24, 43 - 19 - 4Rezoning from RA to M1Location Map 0 670 1,340335 Feet REZ # 01 - 18Stonewall IVPINs:43 - A - 21, 43 - A - 21B, 43 - A - 24,43 - 19 - 4Rezoning from RA to M1Location Map 01522 REZ #01-18 REZ #01-18 REZ #01-18 REZ #01-18 SUNNYSIDESubdivision SPRING VALLEYSubdivision STONEWALLINDUSTRIAL PARKSubdivision 0137 43 A 21 43 19 4 43 A 24 43 A 21B 1150PURCELL LN1093FOREMAN LN185LAUCK DR184LAUCK DR111FORTRESS DR 103SENTINEL DR 107SENTINEL DR 412FORTRESS DR409FORTRESS DR411FORTRESS DR 340STINE LN 1159MARTINSBURGPIKE 1167MARTINSBURGPIKE 1167PURCELL LN 195LAUCK DR 208LAUCK DR 115FORTRESS DR 117FORTRESS DR 102CALIBER CT106CALIBER CT 108CALIBER CT 406FORTRESS DR 403FORTRESS DR 405FORTRESS DR 1187MARTINSBURGPIKE 1197MARTINSBURGPIKE 219LAUCK DR 221LAUCK DR 215LAUCK DR 233LAUCK DR 121FORTRESS DR 123FORTRESS DR 103CALIBER CT 107CALIBER CT 399FORTRESS DR 401FORTRESS DR 370STINE LN 1205MARTINSBURGPIKE 1221MARTINSBURGPIKE 255LAUCK DR 237LAUCK DR 253LAUCK DR 240LAUCK DR 248LAUCK DR 127FORTRESS DR 102SENTRY CT 106SENTRY CT 397FORTRESS DR 1303MARTINSBURGPIKE 1303MARTINSBURGPIKE 1263MARTINSBURGPIKE 264LAUCK DR 129FORTRESS DR 132FORTRESS DR 103SENTRY CT 298FORTRESS DR390FORTRESS DR 393FORTRESS DR 391FORTRESS DR 293LAUCK DR 288LAUCK DR 133FORTRESS DR 135FORTRESS DR 101SALVO CIR 288FORTRESS DR 102BLACKPOWDER CT 1239MARTINSBURGPIKE 304LAUCK DR 105SALVOCIR 100SALVO CIR 143FORTRESS DR 287FORTRESS DR289FORTRESS DR 297FORTRESS DR103BLACKPOWDER CT 104BLACKPOWDER CT 309LAUCK DR 323LAUCK DR 330LAUCK DR 104SALVOCIR 1437WILLIAMSCIR 335LAUCK DR 425LENOIR DR 403LENOIR DR 399LENOIR DR 1461MARTINSBURGPIKE389LENOIR DR 340LENOIR DR 325LENOIR DR 340LENOIR DR 304LENOIR DR 260LENOIR DR 396TYSON DR 208LENOIR DR 104RIGGERS DR 334HANDLEY DR 330HANDLEY DR 384TYSON DR 360TYSON DR 305TYSON DR 257TYSON DR657MCGHEE RD 310TYSON DR645MCGHEE RD 656MCGHEE RD 270TYSON DR 650MCGHEE RD 625MCGHEE RD 252TYSON DR601MCGHEE RD 240TYSON DR 557MCGHEE RD 141LAKEVILLECIR 220TYSON DR SENTINE L D R FO R E M A N L N S A L V O CI R PUR C E L L L N CALIBE R C T SENTRY CT STI N E L N MC G H E E R D TYSO N D R F O R T R E S S D R LENO I R D R LA U C K D R Applications Sewer and Water Service Area Parcels Future Rt 37 Bypass Building Footprints Eastern Road Plan Ramp Long Range Land Use Residential Neighborhood Village Urban Center Mobile Home Community Business Highway Commercial Mixed-Use Mixed Use Commercial/Office Mixed Use Industrial/Office Industrial Warehouse Heavy Industrial Extractive Mining Commercial Rec Rural Community Center Fire & Rescue Sensitive Natural Areas Institutional Planned Unit Development Park Recreation School Employment Airport Support Area B2 / B3 Residential, 4 u/a High-Density Residential, 6 u/a High-Density Residential, 12-16 u/a Rural Area Interstate Buffer Landfill Support Area Natural Resources & Recreation Environmental & Recreational Resources I Note:Frederick County Dept ofPlanning & Development107 N Kent StSuite 202Winchester, VA 22601540 - 665 - 5651Map Created: April 23, 2018Staff: cperkins TYSO N D R MCGH E E R D LENO I R D R WE L L T O W N R D W BR O O K E R D LAU C K D R STIN E L N RE D B U D R D GR E E N F I E L D D R PARK C E N T E R D R BRO O K E R D HA N D L E Y D R CAR P E R S D R HIC K O R Y L N §¨¦81 0137 0111 REZ # 01 - 18Stonewall IVPINs:43 - A - 21, 43 - A - 21B, 43 - A - 24, 43 - 19 - 4Rezoning from RA to M1Long Range Land Use Map 0 750 1,500375 Feet REZ # 01 - 18Stonewall IVPINs:43 - A - 21, 43 - A - 21B, 43 - A - 24,43 - 19 - 4Rezoning from RA to M1Long Range Land Use Map 01522 REZ #01-18 REZ #01-18 REZ #01-18REZ #01-18 C CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT #07-18 WINCHESTER 101 LLC – Country General Store Staff Report for the Planning Commission Prepared: May 25, 2018 Staff Contact: Mark R. Cheran, Zoning Administrator Reviewed Action Planning Commission: 06/06/18 Pending Board of Supervisors: 07/25/18 Pending PROPOSAL: Request to amend Conditional Use Permit #13-96 (CUP #13-96). LOCATION: The subject property is located at 4780 Northwestern Pike, Winchester, Virginia. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY AND STAFF CONCLUSIONS FOR THE 06/06/18 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING: This is a request to amend existing Conditional Use Permit #13-96 (CUP #13-96) for a Country General Store, to change the hours of the operation; to a 24-hour operation by deleting the following condition: Condition 7 The permitted hours of operation of the market will be from 5:00 AM to midnight. Amended Condition7: The hours of operation will be 24-hours. Should the Planning Commission find this use appropriate, Staff would recommend the following conditions be placed on the CUP: 1. A site plan must be submitted and approved for the proposed addition prior to any construction activity. 2. Any future expansion of this facility or change of use will require a new conditional use permit. 3. All review agency comments and requirements must be complied with at all times. 4. At the time of site plan submittal, a buffer shall be considered along the property line of the adjoining residence which would reduce light pollution, sound pollution, and be able to catch blowing debris. Page 2 CUP #07-18, Winchester 101 LLC. May 25, 2018 5. If an external speaker is used for the drive-in window, the volume must be controlled so it is not a noise nuisance to adjoining residences. 6. The required screening to the east of the store site may be dense low screen that would capture any blowing paper or debris that escapes from the market site. 7. The hours of operations will be 24-hours. Following the public hearing, a recommendation regarding this Conditional Use Permit application to the Board of Supervisors would be appropriate. The Applicant should be prepared to adequately address all concerns raised by the Planning Commission. Page 3 CUP #07-18, Winchester 101 LLC. May 25, 2018 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. Reviewed Action Planning Commission: 06/06/18 Pending Board of Supervisors: 07/25/18 Pending PROPOSAL: Request to amend Conditional Use Permit #13-96 (CUP #13-96). LOCATION: This property is located at 4780 Northwestern Pike, Winchester, Virginia. MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT: Gainesboro PROPERTY ID NUMBER: 40-A-66D PROPERTY ZONING: RA (Rural Areas District) PRESENT USE: Country General Store 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: Residential Planning and Zoning: This is a request to amend existing Conditional Use Permit #13-96 (CUP #13-96) for a country general store approved by the Board of Supervisors on December 11, 1996. Currently, this country general store has hours of operation as noted by: Condition 7 The permitted hours of operation of the market will be from 5:00 AM to midnight . The Applicant is requesting to amend Condition 7 of the CUP to: The hours of operation will be 24- hours. Page 4 CUP #07-18, Winchester 101 LLC. May 25, 2018 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY AND STAFF CONCLUSIONS FOR THE 06/06/18 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING: This is a request to amend existing Conditional Use Permit #13-96 (CUP # 13-96) for a Country General Store to change the hours of the operation, to a 24-hour operation. Should the Planning Commission find this use appropriate, Staff would recommend the following conditions be placed on the CUP: 1. A site plan must be submitted and approved for the proposed addition prior to any construction activity. 2. Any future expansion of this facility or change of use will require a new conditional use permit. 3. All review agency comments and requirements must be complied with at all times. 4. At the time of site plan submittal, a buffer shall be considered alo ng the property line of the adjoining residence which would reduce light pollution, sound pollution, and be able to catch blowing debris. 5. If an external speaker is used for the drive-in window, the volume must be controlled so it is not a noise nuisance to adjoining residences. 6. The required screening to the east of the store site may be dense low screen that would capture any blowing paper or debris that escapes from the market site. 7. The hours of operation will be 24-hours. Following the public hearing, a recommendation regarding this Conditional Use Permit application to the Board of Supervisors would be appropriate. The Applicant should be prepared to adequately address all concerns raised by the Planning Commission. 40 A 66D 4747NORTHWESTERNPIKE 4771NORTHWESTERNPIKE 4827NORTHWESTERNPIKE 4765NORTHWESTERNPIKE 267MOUNTOLIVE RD 267MOUNTOLIVE RD 4729NORTHWESTERNPIKE 159DEVLAND DR 4722NORTHWESTERNPIKE 4769NORTHWESTERNPIKE 4743NORTHWESTERNPIKE 189DEVLAND DR 4789NORTHWESTERNPIKE 211DEVLAND DR 148HOGUECREEK LN 149HOGUECREEK LN 4876NORTHWESTERNPIKE 176HOGUECREEK LN 210HOGUECREEK LN231HOGUECREEK LN MOU N T O L I V E R D NO R T H W E S T E R N P I K E HOG U E C R E E K L N Applications Parcels Building Footprints B1 (Neighborhood Business District) B2 (General Business District) B3 (Industrial Transition District) EM (Extractive Manufacturing District) HE (Higher Education District) M1 (Light Industrial District) M2 (Industrial General District) MH1 (Mobile Home Community District) MS (Medical Support District) OM (Office - Manufacturing Park) R4 (Residential Planned Community District) R5 (Residential Recreational Community District) RA (Rural Areas District) RP (Residential Performance District) I Note:Frederick County Dept ofPlanning & Development107 N Kent StSuite 202Winchester, VA 22601540 - 665 - 5651Map Created: April 30, 2018Staff: mcheran 0150 0150 HOGUE C R E E K L N NO R T H W E S T E R N P I K E S HA Y F I E L D R D PINEHILL DR HAM M A C K LN OAK DR DEVL A N D D R MOUNT OLI V E R D DAY DR CUP # 07 - 18Winchester 101, LLCPIN:40 - A - 66DConvenience StoreZoning Map 0 210 420105 Feet CUP # 07 - 18Winchester 101, LLCPIN:40 - A - 66DConvenience StoreZoning Map CUP #07-18 40 A 66D 4747NORTHWESTERNPIKE 4771NORTHWESTERNPIKE 4827NORTHWESTERNPIKE 4765NORTHWESTERNPIKE 267MOUNTOLIVE RD 267MOUNTOLIVE RD 4729NORTHWESTERNPIKE 159DEVLAND DR 4722NORTHWESTERNPIKE 4769NORTHWESTERNPIKE 4743NORTHWESTERNPIKE 189DEVLAND DR 4789NORTHWESTERNPIKE 211DEVLAND DR 148HOGUECREEK LN 149HOGUECREEK LN 4876NORTHWESTERNPIKE 176HOGUECREEK LN 210HOGUECREEK LN231HOGUECREEK LN MOU N T O L I V E R D NO R T H W E S T E R N P I K E HOG U E C R E E K L N Applications Parcels Building Footprints I Note:Frederick County Dept ofPlanning & Development107 N Kent StSuite 202Winchester, VA 22601540 - 665 - 5651Map Created: April 30, 2018Staff: mcheran 0150 0150 HOGUE C R E E K L N NO R T H W E S T E R N P I K E S HA Y F I E L D R D PINEHILL DR HAM M A C K LN OAK DR DEVL A N D D R MOUNT OLI V E R D DAY DR CUP # 07 - 18Winchester 101, LLCPIN:40 - A - 66DConvenience StoreLocation Map 0 210 420105 Feet CUP # 07 - 18Winchester 101, LLCPIN:40 - A - 66DConvenience StoreLocation Map CUP #07-18 D 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 TO: Frederick County Planning Commission FROM: John A. Bishop, AICP, Assistant Director - Transportation RE: Update of the Interstate, Primary, and Secondary Road Plans DATE: May 29, 2018 This is a public hearing item to consider the update of the 2018 – 2019 Interstate, Primary, and Secondary Road Improvement Plans. Summary of Changes: Updates to the priorities which are being recommended are for the reasons of consistency between the plans and for continuity and support of the Board’s SmartScale applications. Interstate Plan Updates are as follows: 1. Change letter priorities to number priorities to be consistent with Primary Plan. 2. Update of priorities to place Exit 313 at Number 1 and Exit 317 at Number 2. 3. Update language for Exit 307 to acknowledge the need to improve the existing facility ahead of the long-term goal of relocation. Primary Plan Updates are as follows: 1. Move Route 11 ahead of Route 277 on the priority list due to the fact that the section of highest need on Route 277 is funded and moving toward construction and the growing needs on Route 11 which have resulted in SmartScale applications. 2. Route 277 broken up into segments of logical termini in recognition of the fact that future applications for this roadway would likely need to be for smaller segments. 3. Addition of Route 522 intersection with Costello Drive in recognition and support of the SmartScale application on that facility. MEMORANDUM The Transportation Committee reviewed this item on May 21, 2018 and has recommended approval to the Board of Supervisors. Staff is seeking a recommendation from the Planning Commission to the Board of Supervisors on the plans. Attachments JAB/pd 2018-2019 INTERSTATE ROAD IMPROVEMENT PLAN for FREDERICK COUNTY, VIRGINIA Frederick County Transportation Committee: 5/21/2018 Frederick County Planning Commission: 6/06/2018 Frederick County Board of Supervisors: I-81 Improvements: Provide additional travel lanes on the main line, evaluate collector-distributor lanes adjacent to the main line, modifications to existing interchange areas, and develop new interchange areas and bridge crossings of the main line as recommended by the WinFred MPO Long Range Plan. In addition, as the State continues to work toward an ultimate plan for the I-81 widening, the County of Frederick continues to support the study of Eastern Route 37 as a potential corridor on new location as an alternative for that effort. Moreover, the County of Frederick supports exploration of the potential for rail transportation as a component of the Interstate 81 Corridor improvements. 1. Exit 313 - Bridge re-decking, safety improvements, and capacity expansion. 2. Exit 317 – Realign northbound exit ramp and increase merge areas at the other ramps. Redbud Road realignment to accommodate ramp realignment. 3. Exit 310 - Phase 2 of the FHWA approved interchange modifications. 4. Exit 307 – Safety and capacity improvements to the existing facility while continuing to promote the future relocation further south to the South Frederick Parkway. 5. Widen I-81 from Fairfax Pike to Route 37 North. This should include the relocation of the Route 277 Interchange: From: Route 277, Exit 307 To: Route 37 North, Exit 310 6. Widen Remainder of I-81 in Frederick County: From: West Virginia line To: Warren County line 7. Spot Improvements on I-81 in Frederick County. Provide spot improvements at various interchanges to increase capacity and/or enhance safety for the motoring public. §¨¦81 §¨¦66 §¨¦81 £¤11 £¤522 £¤11 £¤50 £¤7 £¤522 £¤11 £¤11 £¤522 £¤522 £¤50 £¤50 £¤50 £¤11 £¤37 £¤37 Winchester Middletown StephensCity 2018 - 2019Interstate RoadImprovement Plan 0 2.5 51.25 Miles Priority 2Exit 317 Realign Northbound ExitRamp and Increase Merge Areasat Other Ramps. Redbud RdRealignment to AccomodateRamp Realignment !( Priority 1Exit 313 Bridge Redecking, SafetyImprovements, and CapacityExpansion!( Priority 3Exit 310 Phase II of theInterchange Upgrade!( Priority 4 !(Exit 307 Safety and CapacityImprovements to Existing Locationand Promote Future Realignment Widen Remainder of I-81Priority 6 Priority 5Widen I-81 fromExit 307 to Exit 310 2018-2019 PRIMARY ROAD IMPROVEMENT PLAN for FREDERICK COUNTY, VIRGINIA Frederick County Transportation Committee: 5/21/2018 Frederick County Planning Commission: 6/06/2018 Frederick County Board of Supervisors: 1) Route 37 Bypass A. Route 37 - Phase 1 Initiate final engineering and design, acquire right-of-way, and establish a construction phase schedule for the southern segment of the Route 37 Eastern Bypass from Interstate I-81 to Front Royal Pike (Route 522 South). B. Route 37 - Phase 2 Initiate final engineering and design, acquire right-of-way, and establish a construction phase schedule for the preferred alternative between existing Route 37 around Stonewall Industrial Park and Route 7. C. Route 37 - Phase 3 Initiate final engineering and design, acquire right-of-way, and establish a construction phase schedule for the preferred alternative between Route 7 and Route 522. 2) Route 11 (North and South of Winchester) A) Establish an Urban Divided Six Lane System: From: Northern limits of the City of Winchester To: Intersection of Cedar Hill Road B) Establish an Urban Divided Four Lane System: From: Southern limits of the City of Winchester To: 0.4 miles south of intersection of Route 37 South, Exit 310 C) Establish an Urban Divided Four Lane System: From: Intersection of Cedar Hill Road To: West Virginia line 3) Route 277 (East of Stephens City) Upgrade of the overall corridor to a 4-lane divided system with improved access management and bicycle and pedestrian facilities. A) Establish an Urban Divided Four Lane System: From: I-81 To: Double Church Road B) Establish an Urban Divided Four Lane System: From: Double Church Road To: Warrior Drive C) Establish an Urban Divided Four Lane System: From: Warrior Drive To: White Oak Road D) Establish an Urban Divided Four Lane System: From: White Oak Road To: Route 277 4) Route 7 – Establish a 6 Lane Cross Section: From: Exit 315 Interchange To: Future Route 37 Interchange 5) Route 50 East and West A) Establish a 6 Lane Cross Section: From: The Interchange at Exit 313 To: The Future Route 37 Interchange B) Establish a 6 Lane Cross Section: From: The Interchange with Route 37 To: Poorhouse Road 6) South Frederick County Parkway: From: Relocated Exit 307 To: Intersection with Route 277 approximately 1 mile west of the intersection of Route 277 and Route 522 This is a planned new roadway with limited access points serving a mixture of predominantly commercial and industrial development. There is a need to study this project in conjunction with the Exit 307 relocation and planning for Route 277 improvements noted in item 3. Phasing of this project is not yet clearly defined; however general phasing would be from West to East with the clear first phase being from relocated Exit 307 to Warrior Drive. 7) Route 522 and Costello Drive Add additional left turn lane capacity on Route 522 southbound for turns onto Costello Drive. 8) Commuter Park and Ride Lots Establish a new park and ride facility along the Berryville Pike (Route 7) corridor. Work with the Northern Shenandoah Valley Regional Commission to determine appropriate locations for park and ride facilities at other strategic locations within the County’s Urban Development Area. For Park and Ride locations in Frederick County the primary goal should be that they are situated in such a manner that they reduce traffic in Frederick County in addition to adjacent localities. 1A 1B 1B 1C 5A 5B 4 6 2A 2B 2C 3D 3C3B3A Winchester Stephens City £¤37 £¤50 £¤11 £¤7 £¤522 £¤522 £¤50 £¤11 £¤50 £¤37 £¤11 £¤522 §¨¦81 §¨¦81 §¨¦81 §¨¦81 2018 - 2019Primary RoadImprovementPlan 0 1 20.5 Miles Rt 37 Bypass Phases Priority 1A Priority 1B Priority 1C Rt 11 North & South Priority 2A Priority 2B Priority 2C Rt 277 East of Stephens City Priority 3A Priority 3B Priority 3C Priority 3D Rt 7 Priority 4 Rt 50 Priority 5A Priority 5B South Frederick County Parkway Priority 6 Rt 522 & Costello Dr !(Priority 7 Commuter - Park & Ride Lots !(Priority 8 2A 2018/19-2023/24 SECONDARY ROAD IMPROVEMENT PLAN for FREDERICK COUNTY, VIRGINIA Frederick County Transportation Committee: 5/21/2018 Frederick County Planning Commission: 6/06/2018 Frederick County Board of Supervisors: MAJOR ROAD IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS 2018/2019 through 2023/2024 Major road improvement projects command the reconstruction of hardsurfaced roads to enhance public safety. Improvements required for road width, road alignment, road strength, and road gradient are considered major road improvements projects. R O U T E R O AD NA M E FR O M TO A V E RA G E DA I L Y TR A F F I C C O UN T DI S TA N C E MA G I S T E RI A L DI S TR I C T ES T I MA T E D C O S T AD V E R T I S E M E NT DA T E C O M M E N T S 655 Sulphur Springs Road Route 50 .30 Mi East Rt. 656 5800 1.1 miles SH $8,205,445 2018 $6,071,860 Allocated SSYP Smart-Scale 661 Red Bud Road .47 Mi South Route 11 Int. Snowden Bridge Blvd. 2000 0.5 miles ST $2,000,000 2022 11 Valley Pike Route 11 .35 Mi East 3200 0.35 miles ST $1,701,000 Revenue Sharing UN/SH R/S Funds East Tevis Street Roundabout (Includes Roundabout) W inchester City Limit N/A 0.44 miles SH $13,543,656 Revenue Sharing 2018 R/S Funds East Tevis Street Northern Y Route 522 I-81 N/A 0.35 miles SH $5,786,290 Revenue Sharing 2018 R/S Funds Airport Road Ext Route 522 Roundabout N/A 0.43 Miles SH $8,431,762 Revenue Sharing 2018 R/S Funds 788 Renaissance .24 Mi W est Route 11 Int. Shady Elm Road N/A .18 miles BC $4,734,995 UN/SH R/S & TPOF Funds 1012 Town Run Lane 280 Ft. S. Stickley Drive Int. 210 Ft. N. Stickley Drive N/A .1 Miles BC $150,000 UN/SH Funded $150,000 Thru Plan §¨¦81 £¤50 £¤11 £¤7 £¤522 £¤37 Winchester Stephens City Frederick County Major Road Improvement Projects 2018/2019 thru 2023/2024 0 1 20.5 Milesµ 3 4 5 §¨¦81 £¤522 £¤11 6. Renaissance Dr Phase II 7. Airport Rd Extension 8. Town Run Ln 1. Sulphur Springs Rd 4. East Tevis Street 5. East Tevis Street 3. Route 11 2. Redbud Rd Realignment 8 6 7 1 2 NON-HARDSURFACE ROAD IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS 2018/2019 through 2023/2024 Non-Hardsurface road improvement projects provide impervious resurfacing and reconstruction of non-hardsurfaced secondary roads. Non-Hardsurface improvement projects are prioritized by an objective rating system, which considers average daily traffic volumes; occupied structures; physical road conditions including geometrics, drainage, and accident reports; school bus routing; and the time that project requests have been on the Secondary Road Improvement Plan. RA N K R O U T E R O AD NA M E FR O M TO A V E RA G E DA I L Y TR A F F I C C O U N T DI S TA N C E MA G I S T E RI A L DI S TR I C T ES T I MA T E D C O S T AD V E R T I S E M E NT DA T E C O M M E N T S 1 692 Pack Horse Road 1.2 Mi NE of Rt. 600 Route 671 210 1.4 miles GA $315,000 2018 CTB Unpaved Roads Funding 2 629 Laurel Grove Road Route 622 1.25 Mi W of Rt. 622 200 1.25 miles BC $292,500 2019 CTB Unpaved Roads Funding 3 629 Laurel Grove Road 1.25 Mi W of Rt. 622 2.5 Mi W of Rt. 622 200 1.25 miles BC $292,500 2019 CTB Unpaved Roads Funding 4 707 Hollow Road WV state line Rt. 610 Muse Road 190 1.8 miles GA $405,000 2020 CTB Unpaved Roads Funding 5 734 North Sleepy Creek Road 1.27 MI S of RT 522 2.27 MI S of RT 522 50 0.9 miles GA $225,000 2020 District Grant Unpaved Road 6 730 Babbs Mountain Road Route 654 Route 677 130 0.9 miles GA $202,500 2020 District Grant Unpaved Road 7 677 Old Baltimore Road Route 676 Route 672 90 1.23 miles GA $270,000 2021 District Grant Unpaved Road 8 695 Middle Fork Road 522 WV Line 50 .9 miles GA $238,500 2022 District Grant Unpaved Road 9 811 Timberlakes Lane 671 *671 280 0.25 miles ST $66,250 2023 District Grant Unpaved Road 10 644 East Parkins Mill Road 50 Clarke Co. Line 200 0.81 miles SH $214,650 2024 District Grant Unpaved Road 11 733 Fletcher Road 50 707 170 1.3 miles GA $346,500 2024 District Grant Unpaved Road *NOTE: Projects are placed on the scheduled list based upon VDOT revenue projections. Changes to those projections can lead to projects being delayed or removed from the scheduled list. §¨¦81 §¨¦66 £¤55 £¤259 £¤277 £¤127 £¤7 £¤50 £¤522£¤37 Winchester Middletown Stephens City Frederick County Non-Hardsurfaced Road Improvement Projects 2018/2019 thru 2023/2024 µ 0 4 82 Miles 1. Pack Horse Rd 2. Laurel Grove Rd 3. Laurel Grove Rd 4. Hollow Rd 5. North Sleepy Creek Rd 6. Babbs Mountain Rd 7. Old Baltimore Rd 8. Middle Fork Rd 9. Timberlakes Ln 10. East Parkins Mill Rd 11. Fletcher Rd £¤522 £¤522 £¤522 £¤50 £¤50 £¤50 £¤11 §¨¦81 £¤11 1 2 5 7 6 9 8 11 4 3 10 UNSCHEDULED NON-HARDSURFACE ROAD IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS 2018/2019 through 2023/2024 RA N K RO A D N A M E RO U T E FR O M TO AV E R A G E D A I L Y TR A F F I C C O U N T DI S T A N C E ( M I L E S ) MA G I S T E R I A L DI S T R I C T RA T I N G CO M M E N T S 1 Fishel Rd 612 600 600 60 1.6 BC 66.56 2 Canterburg Rd 636 640 641 140 1.5 OP 63.17 3 Clark Rd 638 625 759 70 0.8 BC 62.94 4 Heishman Rd 607 600 600 70 0.78 BC 62.37 5 Glaize Orchard Rd 682 608 654 240 1.54 GA 61.22 6 South Timber Ridge 696 522 694 220 1.3 GA 58.58 7 Cougill Rd 634 635 11 120 0.25 BC 58.00 8 Ruebuck Road 670 669 End of maintenance 160 0.35 ST 55.00 9 Grace Church Road 668 667 671 210 1.35 ST 53.20 10 Huttle Rd 636 709 735 110 1.1 OP 53.05 11 Gardners Rd 700 127 701 110 1.0 GA 51.50 12 Light Rd 685 600 681 80 1.3 BC 51.46 13 McDonald Rd 616 608 .44 N. of 608 60 0.45 BC 51.33 14 Cattail Rd 731 608 654 60 1.7 GA 51.24 15 Hunting Ridge Rd 608 682 681 90 2.44 GA 51.01 16 Mount Olive Road 615 50 Hammack Lane 110 0.37 BC 49.00 17 Shockeysville Road 671 690 .90 miles west of 690 120 0.9 GA 46.67 18 Mount Olive Road 615 Hammack Lane 600 110 0.4 BC 38 Note: Project ratings are updated only when funding is available to promote projects to the scheduled list. QR11 !(7 !(4 !(9 !(8!(14 !(12 !(10 !(3 !(13 !(2 !(1 !(5!(15 !(6 !(16 !(17 !(18 §¨¦81 §¨¦66 £¤55 £¤259 £¤277 £¤37 £¤127 £¤7 £¤11 £¤50 £¤522 Winchester Middletown Stephens City SHAWNEE REDBUD STONEWALL GAINESBORO BACK CREEK OPEQUON Frederick County Unscheduled Non-Hardsurfaced Road Improvement Projects 2018/2019 thru 2023/2024 µ 0 4 82 Miles 1. Fishel Rd 2. Canterburg Rd 3. Clark Rd 4. Heishman Ln 5. Glaize Orchard Rd 6. South Timber Ridge Rd 7. Cougill Rd 8. Ruebuck Rd 9. Grace Church Rd 10. Huttle Rd 11. Gardners Rd 12. Light Rd 13. McDonald Rd 14. Cattail Rd 15. Hunting Ridge Rd 16. Mount Olive Rd 17. Shockeysville Rd 18. Mount Olive Rd §¨¦81 £¤11 £¤50 £¤50 £¤522 £¤522 £¤522 E 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: Frederick County Planning Commission FROM: M. Tyler Klein, AICP, Planner SUBJECT: Ordinance Amendment – Residential Separation Buffer Waiver – Public Hearing DATE: May 29, 2018 This is a proposed amendment to Chapter 165 – Zoning Ordinance to modify the requirement for residential separation buffers in the RP (Residential Performance) Zoning District. Residential Separation Buffers are required to adequately buffer dissimilar housing types from one another. On December 13, 2017 the Board of Supervisors approved an amendment to the Zoning Ordinance to modify the required residential separation buffers between single-family detached (SFD) units, and townhome units: and single-family small lot (attached and detached) units and townhome units. This modification changed the required buffer category from a Category B Type Buffer to a Category A Type Buffer. The intent of this modification at the time of approval was to provide flexibility for smaller infill-type lots in the RP Zoning District; ensuring desired housing types were sited where they are planned for in the 2035 Comprehensive Plan. The table below provides a simple example of the difference between a Category B and a Category A Type Buffer with a “full screen” (note: a full screen requires a landscape screen (plantings) and a 6 foot (FT) tall fence, wall, mound or berm). Category A Type Buffer* Category B Type Buffer* Inactive Distance Required (FT) 15’ 30’ Active Distance Required (FT) 10’ 20’ Total Distance Required 25’ 50’ At their May 9, 2018 meeting, the Board of Supervisors expressed concern with the “unintended consequences” of providing relief in the buffer requirements for certain residential developments as it pertained to a by-right development. The Board of Supervisors specifically cited the potential for increased density and the capital impact of additional housing units to schools and other County services. Planning and Development Staff was directed by the Board of Supervisors to immediately reverse the prior amendment approved in December 2017. This new proposed amendment would reinstate the requirement for a Category B Type Buffer between single-family detached units and townhome units; and between single-family small lot (attached and detached) units and townhome units. Staff has drafted a revision to the Zoning Ordinance to reinstate the previously required buffer category. The attached document shows the existing ordinance (as amended on December 13, 2017) with the proposed change as directed by the Board of Supervisors (with bold italic highlight for text added). This proposed amendment is being presented to the Planning Commission as a public hearing item. Staff is seeking a recommendation from the Planning Commission. The recommendation from the Planning Commission will be forwarded to the Board of Supervisors. Attachment: 1. Revised ordinance with additions shown in bold underlined italics. MTK/pd Article II SUPPLEMENTARY USE REGULATIONS; PARKING; BUFFERS; AND REGULATIONS FOR SPECIFIC USES Part 203. Buffers and Landscaping § 165-203.02. Buffer and screening requirements. It is the intent of the regulations of this section to encourage proper design of a site in order to protect adjacent existing uses and to protect proposed uses within the site. Certain types of uses must be buffered from other types in order to ensure a desirable living environment. Additionally, appropriate distances must be maintained between commercial, industrial and residential uses and roads. C. Residential separation buffers. Residential separation buffers shall be established to adequately buffer different housing types from dissimilar housing types within adjacent separate developments. The requirements for residential separation buffers are as follows: (1) When placed adjacent to one another, developments with different housing types shall provide the following residential separation buffers: Minimum Residential Separation Buffer Area Required Proposed Use/Development Adjoining Existing Use/Development 1 2 3 4 5 1. Single-family detached - - A B B 2. Single-family zero lot line or small lot - - A B B 3. Townhouse A B A B - B B 4. Garden apartment or multifamily buildings C C B - A 5. Age-restricted multifamily C C C - -