PC_08-19-92_Meeting_MinutesMEETING MINUTES
OF THE
FREDERICK COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION
Held in the Board Room of the Old Frederick County Court House in Winchester, Virginia on
August 19, 1992
PRESENT: Planning Commissioners present were: James W. Golladay, Jr., Chairman; John
R. Marker, Vice Chairman /Back Creek District; Todd D. Shenk, Gainesboro
District; George L. Romine, Shawnee District; Manuel C. DeHaven, Stonewall
District; S. Blaine Wilson, Shawnee District; Marjorie H. Copenhaver, Back
Creek District; John H. Light, Stonewall District; and Beverly Sherwood, Board
Liaison.
ABSENT: Roger L. Thomas, Opequon District; Ronald W. Carper, Gainesboro District
Planning Staff present were: Robert W. Watkins, Secretary/Planning Director;
W. Wayne Miller, Zoning Administrator; Evan A. Wyatt, Planner I
CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Golladay called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
BIMONTHLY REPORTS
Chairman Golladay accepted the Bimonthly Report for the Commission's
information.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Development Review & Regulations Subcommittee (DR&RS) - 8/11/92 Mtg,
Mr. Wyatt reported that the DR &RS discussed the annual review of conditional
use permits and revisions to the Supplementary Use Regulations of the Zoning Ordinance.
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Sanitation Authority - 8/10/92 Mtg_
Mrs. Copenhaver said that the Sanitation Authority discussed the sewer situation
on Route 522 South. She said that the Sanitation Authority Director, Wellington Jones, had
indicated that it would cost $2,000,000 to run just the transmission line along Route 522 South.
Mr. Jones also said that unless some help is received by a developer or grant monies received,
it would be difficult for 180 homes to pay for the cost of the project.
Mrs. Copenhaver also reported that the Sanitation Authority is planning a public
hearing in November for rate increases.
Economic Development Commission (EDCI
Mr. Romine reported that the Existing Industry Committee has been very active.
He said that they are looking at ways industry can share training of personnel or use different
company's facilities for training.
SUBDIVISIONS
Subdivision Application #006 -92 of Deer Run at Sherando for 25 patio homes. This
property is located north and adjacent to Route 277, east of Stephens City, in the
Opequon District.
Action - Approved
Because of a possible conflict of interest, Chairman Golladay said that he would
not participate in discussion or vote on this application and he turned the chair over to Vice
Chairman Marker.
Mr. Charles Maddox, Jr., Engineer with G. W. Clifford & Associates, was
representing the owners, Dr. John E. and Jane McAllister. Mr. Maddox said that this MDP
revision involving the use of patio homes in lieu of single - family traditional homes was approved
by the Planning Commission and Board of Supervisors earlier this year. Mr. Maddox reviewed
the subdivision plan with the Commission. He also pointed out the sidewalks, which would
provide access by pedestrians from the entire Fredericktowne area to Sherando Park.
Mr. Light pointed out that the Zoning Ordinance does not have clear guidelines
as to the density allowed for patio homes. Mr. Light was concerned that the county would be
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saturated with high density patio homes because of the slow economy. Mr. Watkins pointed out
that as long as there is uniformity of site layout and design (driveways, landscaping, architectural
style), patio home developments can be attractive and expensive as well. He pointed out that
density on this particular development has not changed from the density proposed previously for
single - family lots. Some of the Commissioners felt it was essential to have regulations in place
regarding patio homes so that the uniformity of site layout and design could be controlled.
Mrs. Sherwood referred to the letter from the Frederick County Schools and asked
for clarification on whether the schools objected to the density of the patio homes or the close
proximity of construction to a school site. Mr. Watkins felt their concern was the general impact
of development on school facilities.
Upon motion made by Mr. Wilson and seconded by Mr. Romine,
BE IT RESOLVED, That the Frederick County Planning Commission does hereby approve
Subdivision Application #006 -92 of Deer Run at Sherando for 25 patio home lots, zoned RP
(Residential Performance) and B2 (Business General). This property is located north and
adjacent to Route 277, east of Stephens City and east of Route 641, in the Opequon District by
the following majority vote:
YES (TO APPROVE): Copenhaver, DeHaven, Wilson, Romine, Marker
NO: Light, Shenk
ABSTAIN: Golladay
Discussion with Delco Development Property Manager. Pat Brasher. Regarding a Food
Lion Grocca Store '
Mr. Wyatt said that the Delco Development Property Manager, Pat Brasher, has
requested time to address the Commission regarding the utilization of a portion of the old Dart
Drug building in Delco Plaza for a Food Lion. Mr. Wyatt said that this project will require a
detailed site plan for review by all county agencies and the purpose of this discussion is to inform
the Planning Commission and the Board of Supervisors of the plans to revitalize this shopping
center. Mr. Wyatt requested that the Planning Commission allow administrative approval
authority once all site plan requirements have been met.
Ms. Brasher said that a lease has been prepared by Food Lion for the use of
between 29,000 and 30,000 square feet of the old 45,000 square foot Dart Drug space. Ms.
Brasher commented that there has been a lot of discussion lately concerning improving the
appearance of corridors into Winchester and Delco Development is interested in doing their part
to make Delco more attractive; however, the revitalization of their center depends on occupancy
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by Food Lion and other prospective retailers that will follow Food Lion in. She said that they
are planning a general face lift and additional parking.
Upon motion made by Mr. Romine and seconded by Mr. Wilson, the Commission
unanimously agreed to allow the staff to administratively approve the site plan once all
requirements have been met.
RESOLUTION FOR THE SIGNALIZATION OF THE INTERSECTION OF ROUTE 277
AND THE ENTRANCE TO SHERANDO HIGH SCHOOL
Mr. Wyatt said that VDOT has completed their study of the intersection of Route
277 and the entrance to Sherando High School and have determined that signalization is needed
at this intersection due to the construction of the new school facility. Mr. Wyatt said that the
Transportation Committee would like to go on record as recommending that the traffic signal
become part of the actual construction of the high school. Mr. Wyatt presented a resolution by
the Transportation Committee for the Commission's adoption.
Mr. Thomas Sullivan, the Administrative Assistant to the Superintendent of
Frederick County Public Schools, said that the School Board has gone on record as supporting
the traffic signal as a part of the high school project and the Board will be seeking funding to
help pay for it.
Upon motion made by Mr. Marker and seconded by Mr. Light,
BE IT RESOLVED, That the Frederick County Planning Commission does hereby unanimously
endorse the following resolution:
RESOLUTION
SIGNALIZED TRAFFIC LIGHT AT SHERANDO HIGH SCHOOL
WHEREAS, The Frederick County Transportation Committee met on the third day of
August, 1992; and
WHEREAS, The Frederick County Transportation Committee recommended that a
signalized traffic light be installed at the intersection of Route 277 and Warrior Drive; and
WHEREAS, the installation of a signalized traffic light at this intersection will promote
safe and efficient traffic flows for persons utilizing Sherando High School and the Route 277
corridor;
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THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Frederick County Planning Commission
at their regular meeting of August 19th, 1992, supports the Frederick County Transportation
Committee's recommendation to install a signalized traffic light at the intersection of Route 277
and Warrior Drive.
OTHER
General Discussion Regarding the Effectiveness of the County's Public Participation
Program.
The Planning Commission and staff generally discussed ways in which to improve their
public participation program. Discussion centered around ways to get information out to the
public, ways to improve dialogue between citizens and officials, and what could be done to get
the public involved earlier in policy issues.
ADJOURNMENT
No further business remained to be discussed and the meeting adjourned at 8:25
p.m. by unanimous vote.
Respectfully submitted,
Robert W. Watkins, Secretary
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Ja es W. Golladay, Jr., Cha
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