PC_04-16-86_Meeting_MinutesMINUTES OF THE MEETING
OF THE
FREDERICK COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION
Held in the Board of Supervisors' Meeting Room in the Old Court House,
9 Court Square, Winchester, Virginia, on April 16, 1986.
PRESENT: Frank H. Brumback, Chairman; James W. Golladay, Jr., Vice - Chairman;
George L. Romine; Marjorie H. Copenhaver; Manuel C. DeHaven;
Col. Lynn Myers; Carl M. McDonald; S. Blaine Wilson;
Robert W. Watkins, Secretary; Stephen M. Gyurisin, Advisory.
ABSENT: Kenneth Y. Stiles
CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Brumback called the meeting to order at 2:00 p.m.
MINUTES
The first order of business was the consideration of the minutes of
April 2, 1986. Upon motion made by Mr. Golladay and seconded by Mr. Romine,
the minutes were unanimously approved as presented.
BIMONTHLY REPORT
The staff and Commission discussed pending applications. Mr. Gyurisin
said that an amended site plan has been submitted for Travel Lodge Motel to
add 75 additional parking spaces. Chairman Brumback instructed the staff to
bring the amended plan before the Commission.
STORMWATER MANAGEMENT PLAN FOR STONEWALL INDUSTRIAL PARK
Charles Maddox, Engineer from G. W. Clifford and Associates, presented
a revised stormwater management plan for the Stonewall Industrial Park. Mr.
Maddox explained that his purpose for the presentation today was to determine
if this proposal met-the County's intent for an overall drainage plan for
this industrial park. Mr. Maddox then proceeded to describe the drainage
proposal to the Commissioners. He noted that they have worked with the
Highway Department on this proposal and will need that department's approval
on the final plan. Mr. Maddox added that if this plan is approved, anyone
wishing to establish themselves in the park must conform with this stormwater
management plan. After some discussion on this proposal, the Commission was
generally in favor of the plan as presented.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
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Economic Development Commission
Mr. Romine reported more than the normal amount of activity for the
Economic Development Commission.
Comprehensive Plan Subcommittee
Mr. Golladay reported that work has begun on the Update of the
Comprehensive Plan.
Sanitation Authority
Mrs. Copenhaver reported that 100 connections were approved for the
Lakeside development.
SITE PLANS
Site Plan #004 -86 of William L. and Claudia F. Stiebel for a professional
office for dentistry at Lot D, Plymn Owens Estates.
ACTION - Approved
Mr. Wilson stated that he would abstain from all discussion and voting
on this site plan, due to a possible conflict of interest.
Mr. Watkins presented a revised site plan for this site. Mr. Watkins
noted the separation area labeled as grass, the screening between the B -1 and
RP uses, and the fire hydrant.
Mrs. Claudia Stiebel, applicant, was present to answer questions.
Upon motion made by Mr. Golladay and seconded by Mr. Romine,
BE IT RESOLVED, That the Frederick County Planning Commission does hereby
approve Site Plan #004 -86 of William L. and Claudia F. Stiebel for a
professional office for dentistry at Lot D, Plymn Owens Estates on Route 647
in the Opequon Magisterial District.
The vote on this site plan was:
YES: Mrs. Copenhaver and Messrs. Romine, DeHaven, Golladay, Brumback, Myers,
McDonald
ABSTAIN: Mr. Wilson
Site Plan #006 -86 of David A. and Dorothy M. Fahnestock (Greg Throckmorton)
for a convenience store.
ACTION - Approved
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Mr. Watkins noted that this item was tabled at the last meeting due to
concern on the quality of water in the well serving this site.
Mr. Herbert L. Sluder, Sanitarian for the Frederick - Winchester Health
Department, stated that one of the problems with the water is that the
detectable levels of pollutant seem to fluctuate and although they are
suspicious of poor water quality, they have not been able to get a lab report
to back them up. Mr. Sluder said that a lot depends on how Mr. Throckmorton
planned on using water. If Mr. Throckmorton plans to use the water for
restroom facilities only, the water quality would not be a problem. However,
if Mr. Throckmorton planned to use water for food preparation and
consumption, then he would recommend that the applicant hook up to city
water. Mr. Sluder said he would not recommend anyone consuming it.
Chairman Brumback asked Mr. Sluder if a convenience store would come
under the supervision of the Health Department. Mr. Sluder said that if the
food is prepared for on- premise consumption, it falls under Health Department
regulations. However, if the food is pre- wrapped for off - premise
consumption, it would need to follow Department of Agriculture regulations.
Mr. John R. Riley, Jr., County Administrator, said that he would feel
comfortable with the approval of this site plan because alternative water and
sewer service is available if there should be a problem.
Mr. Greg Throckmorton, applicant, said that after some investigation
he discovered that the previous owner, Mr. Fahnestock, had some problems with
his 1,000 gallon underground heating oil tank. Mr. Throckmorton felt this is
what has been causing the problems and it will be removed.
Mr. DeHaven asked Mr. Throckmorton if he was aware that he would be
responsible for connecting to city water should the well water turn out to be
unfit for consumption. Mr. Throckmorton agreed to this responsibility.
Upon motion made by Mr. DeHaven, seconded by Mr. Romine,
BE IT RESOLVED, That the Frederick County Planning Commission does hereby
unanimously approve Site Plan #006 -86 of David A. and Dorothy M. Fahnestock
(Greg Throckmorton) for a convenience store on the south side of Route 11
North of Winchester and west of the Route 11 North and 661 intersection in
the Stonewall Magisterial District.
Final Master Development Plan #003 -85 of Tudor Square for the development of
9.63 acres for townhouses and apartments.
ACTION - Approved
Mr. Watkins stated that this plan meets the requirements for the RP
District and, therefore, staff recommends approval.
Mr. Charles Maddox, Engineer from G. W. Clifford and Associates, was
present to represent the developer. Mr. Maddox commented that there is a
tremendous amount of green space and open space throughout the development.
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Mr. DeHaven inquired if the cul —de —sac serving both Tudor Square and
Westminster— Canterbury was the best layout they could design. Mr. Maddox
believed that it was and added that the State has agreed to the layout. He
said that the layout is much better than the previous one for vehicular
access and State road maintenance equipment.
Col. Myers inquired if the road to the cul —de —sac would be state
maintained. Mr. Maddox said that it is intended for state maintenance and an
agreement has been made among the developers for cost — sharing to bring the
road to state standards.
Col. Myers next inquired about the pedestrian traffic, especially to
get children to Fox Drive or the Ridge Campus. Mr. Maddox replied that there
is ample green space and sidewalks. Mr. Gyurisin noted that pedestrian
access could be addressed on —site to insure that pedestrians are not mingling
with traffic.
Upon motion made by Col. Myers and seconded by Mr. McDonald,
BE IT RESOLVED, That the Frederick County Planning County does hereby
unanimously approve Final Master Development Plan #003 -85 of Tudor Square to
develop 9.63 acres, located on the west side of Frederick Mall Drive in the
Gainesboro Magisterial District, for townhouses and apartments.
1986 -87 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PLAN REQUEST FOR A NEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL IN THE
MIDDLETOWN — STEPHENS CITY AREA
Mr. Watkins said that the 1986 -87 Capital Improvements Plan was
recommended for approval by the Planning Commission. However, before the
Board of Supervisors had a chance to act on it, an additional request was
submitted. The request was from Frederick County Public Schools for a new
elementary school in the Middltown— Stephens City area. Mr. Watkins noted
that the complete request package including goals, needs, costs was included
in the Commission's agendas. Mr. Watkins asked the Commission if they
preferred that this item go back to the Subcommittee for review.
Col. Myers moved to send this package of information to the C.I.P.
Subcommittee for review prior to Planning Commission action. This motion was
seconded by Mr. Golladay and unanimously approved.
UPCOMING MEETING DATES
Mr. Watkins scheduled a Rural
April 28, 1986 at 7:00 p.m. He also
meeting for May 5, 1986 at 7:00 p.m.
Ordinance Subcommittee meeting for
scheduled a Transportation Committee
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ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to discuss, the meeting adjourned.
Respectfully submitted,
Frank Brumbacl,�Chairman
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