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* STAFF SITE PLAN CHECKLIST *
This application is not complete if the following are not included:
�31. One set of comment sheets from the following agencies along with any marked
copies of the plan;
VDOT
City of Winchester
Ls Sanitation Authority
Town of Stephens City
Inspections Dept.
Town of Middletown
L� Fire Marshal
Health Dept.
County Engineer
Parks & Recreation
Airport Authority
Soil & Water Conservation Dist.
2. One copy of the Site Plan application.
3. Five copies of the Site Plan.
4. One reproducible copy of the Site Plan (if required).
5. One 35mm. slide of the Site Plan (if required).
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All necessary agency comments received.
Fee Paid (amount $ 26ff0 o ).
Site Plan to Planning Commission via bi-monthly.
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COUNTY of FREDERICK
Department of Planning and Development
540/665-5651
FAX: 540/665-6395
MEMORANDUM
TO: Richard C Shickle, Chairman, Board of Supervisors
Gene Fisher, Shawnee Magisterial District Supervisor
John R. Riley, Jr., County Administrator
FROM: Eric R. Lawrence, AICP, Plaiming Directort;�l-sp
SUBJECT: Clarification — Potential Re -Use of "The Lumber Yard" Site
Located on Wincrest Drive
DATE: February 13, 2009
The Plamiing Department staff has been contacted on a number of occasions over the past
month regarding re -use of the vacant former site of "The Lumber Yard", located on
Wincrest Drive. The various use scenarios presented to staff, the existing conditions on
the site, and the access to the site collectively create a challenge in terms of describing
the process to secure re -use of the site. I offer this Memorandum in an effort to clarify
what would be expected for each of the proposed use scenarios to materialize.
On this issue about re -use of The Lumber Yard site, staff has spoken with: Mr. Shaw,
The Lumber Yard property owner; representatives from the Adams Compasues, the site's
leasing agent; representatives from Blue Ridge Hospice; and Supervisor Fisher.
Existing Site Conditions
The site has been utilized as a lumber yard for a number of years, and most recently
operated under the name "The Lumber Yard". The 6.6 acre site is zoned B3 Industrial
Transition. The site contains a number of structures which were used in association with
the construction materials sales business. An office area occupies approximately 1,900
square feet of an enclosed structure. Additionally, there are two large warehouse
buildings which were used to store the business's associated construction materials and
merchandise.
Limited parking has been established towards the front of the office area; gravel service
aisles and staging areas cover much of the site adjacent to the warehouse buildings.
It appears that most of the site dates back to the mid-1980s; the property was improved in
2004, reflective of the approved site plan (File SP #36-93). The property's various site
improvements do not appear to achieve today's ordinance requirements.
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Memorandum
RE: Clarification — Potential Re -Use of "The Lumber Yard" site
February 13, 2009
Site Access
The site is accessed via a right -of way which is located on the adjacent 17.18 acre parcel
owned by Shenandoah University. This is presumed to be a deeded access, but would
need to be clarified. This access, presently a private road named Wincrest Drive, has not
been constructed to public road standards. Wincrest Drive provides the property
necessary access to Front Royal Pike (Route 522).
The Shenandoah University property received Master Development Plan approval on
February 4, 2008 (File MDP #15-07). This approved Master Development Plan
contained commitments that Wincrest Drive be constructed to VDOT standards, and that
the road be a public road reflective of County subdivision ordinance requirements.
Therefore, staff believes that it is important to recognize that if the re -use of The Lumber
Yard property requires improvements to its access, those improvements should be
consistent with the approved Master Development Plan. While it is acknowledged that
the approved Master Development Plan is not directly applicable to The Lumber Yard
property, staff encourages the two property owners to coordinate (or as a minimum be
made aware of) any planned improvements within the right-of-way in an effort to avoid
the construction of road improvements which do not implement VDOT standards, the
required road design standards as noted on the Master Development Plan.
Possible Uses proposed to the Planning Department
Staff was approached and presented with three possible re -uses of the Lumber Yard site;
none of the re -use proposals would include new building construction. Those proposed
uses, and the associated improvements that would be required, are as follows:
1) Proposed Use: Paint Ball Indoor Rec7•eation. Such a use is a permitted B3
zoning district use; no rezoning is required. Tlus possible use was determined to
be a more intensive use than the prior use as The Lumber Yard; the change of use
would generate an increase in customer traffic warranting a site plan. The site
plan would address parking sufficient to meet the anticipated number of
customers, site landscaping, and improvements to the access to the property. In
this application, the site access improvements would address the entrance from
the site onto Wincrest Drive, as well as possible improvements onto Wincrest
Drive from Front Royal Pike. No approval from Shenandoah University would
be necessary presuming that the site has deeded rights to Wincrest Drive; but
coordination is encouraged so that any access improvements comply with the
approved MDP.
2) Proposed Use: Blue Ridge Hospice Thrift Shop Retail Center. Such a use is NOT
a permitted B3 zoning district use. In order to re -use the site for the thrift shop
retail establislu-nent, a rezoning to B2 Business General would be necessary. This
possible use was determined to be a more intensive use than the prior use as The
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Memorandum
RE: Clarification — Potential Re -Use of "The Lumber Yard" site
February 13, 2009
Lumber Yard; the use would generate an increase in customer traffic warranting a
site plan. The site plan would address parking sufficient to meet the anticipated
number of customers, site landscaping, and improvements to the access to the
property. In this application, the site access improvements would address the
entrance from the site onto Wincrest Drive, as well as possible improvements
onto Wincrest Drive from Front Royal Pike. No approval from Shenandoah
University would be necessary, presuming that the site has deeded rights to
Wincrest Drive; but coordination is encouraged so that any access improvements
comply with the approved MDP.
3) Proposed Use: Blue Ridge Hospice Office and Warehouse. Staff was advised that
this office and warehouse use would have: four employees, two trucks a month, a
bailer for clothes, and have no on -site sales or customers. Such a use is a
permitted B3 use; no rezoning is required. This possible use was determined to
be a less intensive use than the prior use as The Lumber Yard; the use would not
generate an increase in customer traffic. A site plan would not be required. All
that would be required to utilize the site for this use would be a building permit if
any interior modifications to the office space were sought.
As you can see, staff was presented with various potential re -uses for the site, from
various individuals. We offered feedback for each use, and identified the applicable
process and requirements to implement the proposed use. It is staff's understanding that
after the requirements for each use were offered, a decision was made not to pursue either
of the first two uses (Paintball and the Thrift Shop Retail Store).
Our latest information was that the sole use still under consideration was the Thrift
Shop's office and warehouse. I have provided a letter to Blue Ridge Hospice clarifying
that site plamiing and site improvements will not be required for Blue Ridge Hospice to
use the site for office and warehousing. I have attached the letter for your information.
I trust this information may clarify the various discussions and use scenarios that have
been exchanged in contemplating the future re -use of The Lumber Yard site. Most
importantly, I believe if any access improvements are warranted, that the two property
owners should communicate, if not coordinate, so that the improvements to the Wincrest
Drive right-of-way satisfy the approved MDP, avoiding any `throw -away' improvements.
Please contact me should you have questions. Thank you.
Attachrnent: Letter to Blue Ridge Hospice
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From: Mike Ruddy [mruddy@co.frederick.va.us]
Sent: Wednesday, January 07, 2009 11:28 Ahri
To: 'Richard Bell'
Subject: RE: Former lumber yard site
Hi Richard,
Thanks for the email. I would concur with your overview. Access is the primary issue. This is made even more
problematic by the inability to provide a new entrance directly onto 522. Long term, access has been set up well. I will
look into the options a little further on our end and should be able to get back with you by the end of the week. Are you
aware of any restrictions that may exist on the use of the access right of way across the SU property for uses other than,
or greater than, the Lumber Yard (perhaps similar to the competing use restriction)? This may move the situation into
that dialogue with SU sooner.
Mike.
From: Richard Bell[mailto:richardbell@adamscompanies.com]
Sent: Wednesday, January 07, 2009 11:07 AM
To: Mike Ruddy
Subject: Former lumberyard site
Mike,
Our client did acquire the lumber yard site back in the late summer. The seller of the property has a competing operation
still in the general market and has a deed restriction of a lumber yard at that location for a five year period. Because of
the deed restriction any use would be a change in use and trigger proportional site improvements. The acquisition was for
future potential development anticipating other development and transportation projects (Russell 150, 522 relocation). In
the interim our client desires to get some short term economic value from the improvements. When we met with you to
better understand the implications of any potential use it was clear that certain site upgrades would be required. There is
no misunderstanding on that point. The one area we hoped to get some relief on was that of improvements to the right of
:^.gay of Wincrest. This is for two reasons, 1) the right of way, while providing legal access to the lumber yard site, is fully
on the property of another party - Shenandoah University, and, 2) these improvements would be very much in advance of
redevelopment of the properties or the anticipated transportation improvements. When we met to better understand the
implications of any potential use it also seemed like there was a willingness to work with us once a more certain use had
been identified. There was a meeting the other day with Mark Cheron that indicated that the ROW improvement would
absolutely have to happen as per the MDP of the SU site and in its entirety. What is dictating this requirements, the MDP,
planning regs, VDOT? I am trying to understand how to best support my client for short term uses of the buildings. What
type of assistance, if any, we could expect in this process. Who are the decision makers that would need to be on board
to help this thing through. Right now we have two potential parties, Blueridge Hospice for a basic warehouse and sorting
area for things for their thrift store operations in the region, and an individual who wants to consider it for recreational use
as an indoor paint ball range. He certainly understand the requirement for on -site improvements for parking and such. If
he is required to improve the ROW then he will have no economic choice but to leave them as vacant for the immediate
future. Vacant building generate little revenue for anyone including the county.
If it becomes an absolute that the ROW improvements must be done we would need to then open dialogue with Gene
Fisher of Dick Shickle with SU to get their support. This starts to feel a bit conflicted here.
Richard Bell - CEO
The Adams Companies
303 South Loudoun St.
Winchester, VA 22601
(540) 667-2424 ext 213
(540) 667-2441 (fax)
(540 247-6501 (mobile)
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Mark Cheran
From:
Mike Ruddy [mruddy@co.frederick.va.us]
Sent:
Wednesday, February 04, 2009 10:44 AM
To:
Richard Bell
Cc:
Mark Cheran
Subject:
Blue Ridge Hospice / Lumber Yard
Good Morning Richard,
This morning Mark Cheran met with Mr. Carnavale from the Hospice on the Lumber Yard property. I believe they made
some progress on understanding what they were looking to do. I'm not sure what else may be occurring out there but
we may be able to help with the Hospice scenario based upon their discussion. Mark will also be checking with the
Building Official. Continued coordination with Shenandoah U. may also be necessary.
Just wanted to keep you in the loop.
Mike.
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ivr. David McClure, Architect
606 Snyder Lane
Winchester, VA 22602
Mr. McClure:
COUNTY of FREDERICK
Department of Planning and Development
703 / 665-5651
Fax 703 / 678-0682
This letter is to inform you that the Frederick County Department of Planning and Development
administratively approved site plan #036-93 for Norandex, Inc. on December 3, 1993. This site
plan calls for the construction of an 1893 square foot office and sales addition to an existing
building materials warehouse. The plan also calls for the construction of 8 paved parking spaces
with wheel guards, and a 50 foot buffer with the existing vegetation serving as the full screen.
Please contact me regarding any questions.
Sincerely,
Lanny C. Bise, II
Planner I
9 North Loudoun Strcct
Winchester, VA 22601
P.O. Box 601
Winchester, VA 22604
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Department of Planning and Development
703 / 665-5651
Fax 703 / 678-0682
December 2, 1993
Mr. David McClure, Architect
606 Snyder
Winchester, VA 22602
Mr. McClure:
This letter is in reference to my review of site plan #036-93 for Norandex, Inc. This site
plan calls for a small addition to an existing building materials warehouse to be used as
office and showroom space. I have completed my review of this site plan and have
noticed a few problems that need to be addressed before final approval can be given. I
offer the following:
1) A typical pavement section should be shown for the proposed asphalt pavement.
2) A typical section for the proposed 12 inch retaining wall should be shown.
3) A fire lane should be delineated on the plan.
4) Your proposed parking layout does not meet the required five foot setback.
5) A sheet two should be provided that shows the rest of the surveyed property.
6) The location of any outdoor lighting fixtures should be shown (if any are
proposed).
Please address these comments and resubmit the site plan for final approval. I am
available to answer any questions you might have.
Sincerely,
Lanny Bise, II
Planner I
9 North Loudoun Street P.O. Box 601
Winchester, VA 22601 Winclhcster, VA 22604
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APPLICANT'S CHECKLIST
Your site plan should include the following:
Administrative Information
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1. Name of proposed development
2. Name and address of owner
✓ _ 3. Name and address of developer
4. Name, address, and phone number of designer
5. Certificate of surveyor, engineer, or architect
6. Date plan prepared and date of revisions
Nirr 7. A listing of all conditions placed on the site as a
T result of a conditional use permit or conditional
zoning approval
✓ _ 8. A space labeled "approved by the Zoning
Administrator" for the approval signature and date
of approval
General Site Information
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_✓ _ 9. Location map (scale 1:2000)
— 10. Magisterial District of site
11. Scale of site plan (not to exceed 1:50) �.ol
_ 12. North Arrow
13. Zoning of site
14. Use and zoning of adjoining properties
Lots/Uses/Buildings & Structures
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15.
Surveyed boundaries for all lots and parcels
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16.
Acreage of all lots included in the plan
17.
The location and dimensions of all required setbacks
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and yard areas
Location of all buildings, structures, and uses
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The proposed use of each building, structure, and
area
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The location and type of all dwelling units
21.
Ground floor area and total floor area of all
buildings With FAR calculations for commercial and
industrial zoning districts
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The height of all buildings and structures
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The location and dimension of all signs
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Lots/Uses/Buildings & Structures (con't)
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Location
of
outdoor lighting fixtures
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Location
and
nature of outdoor storage areas
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Location
and
area of common open space
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Location
and
description of all recreation facilities
28.
Location
of
sidewalks and pedestrian ways
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Location
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outdoor trash receptacles
Roads
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✓ _ 30. Name and number of existing and planned streets on
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31. Location of existing and planned streets on and
adjoining the site
32. Dimensions, boundaries, width, pavement, and
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_ 33. Location and dimensions of all proposed
entrances from public right-of-ways
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lines with the size of lines, mains, and laterals
35. Location and width of all easements, including
access, utility and drainage easements
36. Location and nature of fire lanes, fire hydrants,
and all other facilities necessary to meet the Fire
Code requirements
Parking
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37. Calculations describing the
required number of
parking
and loading spaces
38. Location
and dimensions of all
parking and loading
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driveways, parking
aisles, curbing, and
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39. Location
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_✓ _ 41. Location of steep slopes, woodlands, floodplains,
wetlands, sinkholes, and other environmental
features
42. Location of streams and drainage ways
Landscaping
Y N
43. Landscaping plan describing location and types of
plants to be used
44. Location of required buffers and screening with cross
sections or profiles
Erosion and Sediment Control
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45. A stormwater management plan with run off
calculations and location and description of
facilities to be used
46. Soil erosion and sedimentation control plan with
location, types, and examples of provisions to be
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SITE PLAN APPLICATION
Complete the following application:
DATE
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Development
APPLICATION # .36 - 9 �
Location of Property:
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8. Property Information:
a) Property ID #:
b) Current Zoning:
c) Present Use:
d) Proposed Use:
e) Adjoining Property Zoning:
f) Adjoining Property Use:
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I have read the material included in this package and understand
what is required by the Frederick County Planning Department. I
also understand that all required material will be complete prior
to the submissi*/-6' my, site plan.
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(703) 984-4133
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Name of development and/or description of the request:
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Va. Dept. of Transportation Comments:
No objection to site plan. Present entrance(s) is adequate for proposed
improvements. Should the business ever expand in the future, entrance s
may need to be upgraded.
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REQUEST FOR SITE PLAN COMMENTS
Frederick County Sanitation Authority
Attn: Engineer Director
199 Front Royal Pike
P.O. Box 618
Winchester, Virginia 22604
(703) 665-5690
The Frederick County Sanitation Authority is located on U.S. 522
South, one tenth of a mile from the U.S. 50 North intersection, if
you prefer to hand deliver this review.
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REQUEST FOR SITE PLAN COMMENTS
Frederick County Inspections Department
Attn: Building Official
P.O. Box 601
Winchester, Virginia 22601
(703) 665-5650
The Frederick County Inspections Department is located at 9 North
Loudoun St., 2nd Floor of the Hammon Building in Winchester, if you
prefer to hand deliver this review.
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Statewide Building Code and Section 308, Use Group M (Mercantile) of the BOCA National
Building Code/1990. Other codes that apply are title 28 Code of Federal Regulation,
Part 36 Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability by Public Accommodations and in
Commercial Facilities. (Handicap parking space shall be in compliance with Section
4.1.2(5)(b) of Title II ADA) NOTE: Min. 96" + 96" Van Accessible or 132" + 60"
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PLANS APPROVED
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Harvey E. Strawsnyder, Jr., P.E.
Director of Public Works
9 North Loudoun St., 2nd Floor
703/665-5643
October 22, 1993
Mr. David McClure
606 Snyder Lane
Winchester, Virginia 22601
RE: Site Plan Review
Addition to Norandex Inc. Warehouse
160 Wincrest Drive
Frederick County, Virginia
Dear Mr. McClure:
We have completed our review of the referenced site plan and
offer the following comments:
1) Indicate whether the designated asphalt pavement is
existing or proposed. If the latter is true, specify a
typical pavement section.
2) Delineate the areas that will be disturbed during
construction. If the disturbed area exceeds 10,000 square
feet, erosion and sediment control will be required.
3) Provide a typical section for the proposed 12 inch
retaining wall.
4) Indicate the size of the existing and proposed water
service laterals.
I am available to answer any questions concerning the above
comments.
Sincerely,
Harvey L' Strawsnyder, Jr., P.E.
Directory' of Public Works
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cc: Evan Wyatt, Planning and Zoning
Fax: 703/678-0682 - P.O. Box 601 - Winchester, Virginia - 22604