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Home My WebLink About07-19 ApplicationSubmittal Deadline +Zcf II RIC Meeting j d L t, I,t BOS Meeting I' i CUP (7— 19 APPLICATION FOR CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FREDERICK COUNTY, VIRGINIA 1. Applicant (check one): Property Owner _F Other NAME: ��CAVI ��uc�� vlt(�� ',1J � rl(earoo ADDRESS: (� I 1 Pf VZ TELEPHONE: `� Iy �� l39 �U 2. Please list all owners, occupants, or parties in interest of the property: A,shL(.q +(r A V I � .y tl ,� Cv�q 3. The property is located at: (please give exact directions and include the route number of your road or street) /" 17 So v1x1 of 1%xwt v -)E ,ecWD 4. The property has a road frontage of 5 feet and a depth of 7 o 0 0 feet and consists of acres. (Please be exact) 5. The property is owned by L k tw ti 4 (u h d y f e -o 5 -k I as evidenced by deed from (previous owner) recorded in deed book no. on page , as recorded in the records of the Clerk of the Circuit Court, County of Frederick. 6. Property Identification Magisterial District Current Zoning R14 umber (P.LN.) 5 7. Adjoining Property: USE ZONING North East y •o South r "� West 8. The type of use proposed is (consult with the Planning Dept. before completing): 9. It is proposed that the following buildings will be constructed: I' - 10. The following are all of the individuals, firms, or corporations owning property adjacent to both sides and rear and in front of (across street from) the property where the requested use will be conducted. (Continue on back if necessary.) These people will be notified by mail of this application: F ame and Property Identification Number Address 1�f�%�� l ,ti��a ,t, ,% �_ty # 2 . S Name �,,1 go, /. r`. J.,i: v% C� •i %1 Property # Name Property # Name 7; e Irl y �I Property # Name c. Property # � � •- 07 '" /_ "� 5 S Name ") FName E#E- — r _ y # 6 11. Please use this page for your sketch of the property. Show proposed and/or existing structures on the property, including measurements to all property lines. 5 , 1fTj4 C� -/�- 12. Additional comments, if any: S-&-:7- I -EE I (we), the undersigned, do hereby respectfully make application and petition the governing body of Frederick County, Virginia to allow the use described in this application. I understand that the sign issued to me when this application is submitted must be placed at the front property line at least seven (7) days prior to the first public hearing and maintained so as to be visible until after the Board of Supervisors' public hearing. Your application for a Conditional Use Permit authorizes any member of the Frederick County Planning Commission, Board of Supervisors or Planning and Development Department to inspect your property where the proposed use will be conducted. Signature of Applicant_- J Signature of Owner Owners' Mailing Address 100 Ma."A tij- /l Owners' Telephone No. ��pq --107 f TO BE COMPLETED BY THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR: USE CODE: RENEWAL DATE: t � a 8 d d i U /r i- �' rj JOHN B. & BETTY JO L UMPK IN ( T.M. #85—A—I6 INSTR. 0000013484 USE: AGRICULTURAL r d ZONE: RA ACREAGE: 86.16 AC. CD dd I 1 I { ! t— ----------------------- rr ' ANN S. Rif sesELL & t MCHARD RUSSELL r ane 110% lPil�gr��1E9 IUA `� 1 l ou 34.00 ACRESi L-------- IP_------------.----------tl---------------waw—.b.--------I r r I I r ' lt I I I I �d MUM Ef DOWNEY 1 d I V 105- tM-PARCEL 1061 71,1237 ACRES± Side berms 8 foot tall & 6 foot wide Back berm 16 feet tall Bathrooms & Cleaning Station FAN Classroom & Storage Check In Building I currently own a well-established gun shop, Middletown Firearms, which has been successfully operating for nearly 5 years. We also provide firearms safety courses, including concealed carry courses, taught by a certified NRA instructor. We have a great working relationship with many local law enforcement departments. Our establishment is all about the safe use of firearms. Every day within our establishment we are asked by our patrons where they could shoot. I would love to establish an inviting gun club for approximately 1000 members. Here we could continue to educate and interact with local citizens in a secure environment. A total of 35 acres of land are for sale in three separate lots at 6519 Valley Pike, Middletown, VA • Northern 5 acre unoccupied wooded lot • 9 acre lot with a 3644 square foot home built in 1876 and two supporting buildings • Rear/Eastern 20 acre unoccupied wooded lot that backs up to Interstate 81 Primary use of the property for purpose of an outdoor gun club or gun range. This would contain a 25 and 100 yard range immediately the rear of the two supporting buildings Buildings: • Building 1 will house a classroom & storage • Building 2 will contain a small check in area with ammunition, targets, cleaning supplies, and an employee Range Design: • Each range would be engineered to have a 16 foot tall backstop and surrounding side berms to ensure proper containment • Backstops will be a minimum of 16 feet tall of earth or ballistic sand • Side berms will be a minimum of 8 feet tall and separate side by side ranges • All range will face east, as natural terrain in this area will also serve as a backstop for firing • Additional buffers and foliage may be added to prevent noise complaints • An overhang will be engineered to cover and protect members from natural weather • A range safety officer will be nearby to supervise all range behavior Guidance and consulting services will be sought out by National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF) and Action Target Neighboring areas: 1. Immediately South of the property is another unoccupied lot that contains overhead power lines 2. Route 11 is approximately 870ft from the perspective range area. 3. The nearest properties are: a. 1000 feet from house on the opposite side of Rt 11 b. 1300 feet from home to the northeast side of the lot C! Dwelling: We have yet to establish what we would do with the home within the property. Given its age we would love to restore the home to its former glory. We know this would take a large amount of time and care. We likely use the space as additional classrooms, offices & storage. Membership & Fees: We anticipate approximately 1000 members for the range. Membership would be: • $150 annual membership fee • $125 annual membership fee for military & LEO (with accompanied documentation) • $50 1St year for Initiation fees (includes: signup, waivers, maintenance) Daily Rentals: Daily rentals may be available for $25 a day & an additional $15 for someone over the age of 15 sharing a stall. Children 15 & under would not have to pay to share a stall with their parents. Firearm Safety Classes: Firearm safety classes would be offered more frequently & include range time for $100 Courses include: • Concealed Handgun Permit • Intermediate Defensive Pistol • Basic Carbine • Basic Shotgun • NRA Instructor Training • Youth Firearm Safety Course Local Law Enforcement: We have a positive working relationship with many local law enforcement. We would offer opportunities for them to train on the 25 yard range. We would discuss the funding for this partnership with their local town councils. Other sources of possible income: • Contracting with Virginia Department of Criminal Justice training (DCJS) • Shooting events with USPSA or IDPA • Cooperate events & Classroom rentals • Corporate memberships • Government contracts for training guards & employees Hours of operation: Will not interfere with local church services Structure: • 16 — 25 yard lanes each 4 feet wide • 8 — 50 yard lanes each 4 feet wide • 5 — 100 yard lanes each 6 feet wide Proposed structure would therefore be at least 140 feet wide to accommodate all lanes & side berms. We would need to establish water & septic lines to fit 2 necessary bathrooms & small gun cleaning station. May wish to build 1 more additional classroom with central air. Range Rules: Treat every firearm as if it is loaded Never point your firearm at anything you do not intend to shoot Keep your finger straight and off the trigger until are ready to fire Keep your firearm on safe until you intend to shoot Know your target and what lines beyond: Ensure down range is unoccupied Load and unload your firearms on the firing line ONLY Range staff has the right to inspect all firearms, ammunition, and equipment All firearms must be pointed down range at all times Uncontrolled fire is strictly prohibited. All shots must be fired at a approved target. You are financially liable for any damages caused to the facility due to your negligence Only 1 loaded firearm at a time All firearms must be cleared and properly cased when removed from the firing line Shooters must put on eye & ear protection prior to entering the range and until the exit If any malfunction occurs, leave the firearm on the shooting bench & ask a Range Officer for help Cross firing is strictly prohibited Unholstering is prohibited on the main firing lines. Only members on the tactical lanes may upholster If a cease fire is called, unload your firearm with the cylinder open or pull the slide back, and step behind the range line Tracers, explosive, steel case, steel core, or armor piercing ammunition is prohibited No black powder firearms allowed Use and fire at only approved targets Avoid shooting at target board supports and framework Never use drugs or alcohol before or while shooting Shooters under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian Be courteous and aware of other shooters around you Notify Range Officer of any unsafe practices on the range immediately Dispose of your own targets and shells. Collection bins will be available There will be no refund of any kind for those expelled from the range