PC_07-06-11_Meeting_MinutesMEETING MINUTES
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FREDERICK COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION
Held in the Board Room of the Frederick County Administration Building at 107 North Kent Street in
Winchester, Virginia on July 6, 2011.
PRESENT: June M. Wilmot, Chairman /Member at Large; Roger L. Thomas; Vice Chairman/
Opequon District; Brian Madagan, Opequon District; Gary R. Oates, Stonewall District; Lawrence R.
Ambrogi, Shawnee District; H. Paige Manuel, Shawnee District; Charles E. Triplett, Gainesboro District;
George J. Kriz, Gainesboro District; Greg L. Unger, Back Creek District; Kevin O. Crosen, Back
Creek District; Christopher M. Mohn, Red Bud District; Philip E. Lemieux, Red Bud District; and
Roderick B. Williams, County Attorney.
ABSENT: J. Stanley Crockett, Stonewall District
STAFF PRESENT: Eric R. Lawrence, Planning Director; Michael T. Ruddy, Deputy Planning
Director; Mark R. Cheran, Zoning & Subdivision Administrator; John A. Bishop, Deputy Director -
Transportation; and Renee' S. Arlotta, Clerk.
® CALL TO ORDER & ADOPTION OF AGENDA
Chairman Wilmot called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
Upon motion made by Commissioner Kriz and seconded by Commissioner Triplett, the
Planning Commission unanimously adopted the June 15, 2011, Planning Commission agenda as
presented.
MINUTES
Upon motion made by Commissioner Kriz and seconded by Commissioner Triplett, the
minutes of May 18, 2011 were unanimously approved as presented.
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Development Review & Regulations Committee (DRRC) — 5/26/11 Mtg.
Commissioner Unger reported that after a lengthy discussion on a revision to the zoning
ordinance to include automobile repair shops as a permitted use in the Ml (Light Industrial) Zoning
District, the DRRC decided this change would be appropriate and forwarded their recommendation to the
Commission. Commissioner Unger said the DRRC also had a lengthy discussion on revisions to the
landscaping requirements in the zoning ordinance. He said the DRRC decided to continue with their
discussions on this topic.
Transportation Committee 6/13/11 Mtg.
Commissioner Oates reported the Transportation Committee discussed six items: 1)
Speed Reduction on Refuge Church Road — voted to review the request next month after VDOT provides
input on accident data; 2) Interstate and Primary Road Improvement Plan — voted to approve with minor
text edits; 3) Traffic Calming Measures in Canter Estates — voted to revisit this item after some nearly -
completed road improvements have been finished and VDOT data becomes available; 4 and S) MPO's
Planning Work Program and Long -Range Plan — voted in support of both of these plans; 6) Discussion
of crosswalks around the Greenwood Mill Elementary School — VDOT and 'Deputy Director -
Transportation, John A. Bishop are studying the matter and will report back to the committee next month.
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Comprehensive Plans & Programs Committee (CPPC) — 6/13/11 Mtg.
Commissioner Kriz reported that the CPPC had only one addendum to the 2011
Comprehensive Policy Plan and subsequently moved the plan forward.
CITIZEN COMMENTS
Chairman Wilmot called for citizen comments on any issue not on this evening's agenda.
No one came forward to speak and Chairman Wilmot closed the citizen comment portion of the meeting.
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PUBLIC HEARING
® Conditional Use Permit 406 -11 of Horton's Nursery for a retail nursery at 2731 Front Royal Pike
(Route 522 South). The properties are identified with P.I.N.s 76 -A -61, 76 -A -62, 76A -63, 76 -A -64,
and 76 -A -65 in the Shawnee Magisterial District.
Action — Recommended Approval with Conditions
Zoning and Subdivision Administrator, Mark R. Cheran, reported this retail nursery is
located on Parcel 76 -A -62, a 5.57+ acre tract of land, approved as Conditional Use Permit (CUP) 406 -06
by the Board of Supervisors on September 27, 2006, Mr. Cheran said this property was cited with a
zoning violation for expanding its use beyond the limits set forth by CUP 906 -06. He said the new CUP
application (CUP 406 -11) is intended to resolve the zoning violation. Mr. Cheran reported that the use
currently has 18,400 square feet of showroom and 18,900 square feet of greenhouse area. There is also a
nursery stock area behind the greenhouse structure, extending to the rear of the property. The new CUP
will encompass five parcels and will be 11.07 acres in size. Mr. Cheran stated it appears this proposed
CUP meets the intent of the goals of the Comprehensive Policy Plan and lie read a list of recommended
conditions, should the Commission find the expansion to be appropriate.
Commissioner Oates noticed there were two separate parcels with the same tax map
number; he inquired if the two parcels were connected or if this was a typographical error. Commissioner
Oates suggested that one be identified as Tract A and one as Tract B so there is no confusion.
Commissioner Thomas referred to Condition #7 which stipulates any expansion of the
use will require a new CUP. Commissioner Thomas said considering this new application, how would it
be determined if there is an expansion of use or intensity in the future. Mr. Cheran replied that if this
is CUP is approved, the properties will be consolidated and any proposed sheds or greenhouses will need to
be shown on the engineered site plan. Commissioner Thomas was concerned about approving the CUP
without seeing the details of the site plan. He added this is a significant increase from five acres to eleven
acres plus and the Commission is not seeing what is going to happen on the additional five acres.
Planning Director, Eric R. Lawrence, stated the aerial on the screen is about one year old
and is generally consistent with the current intensity of use on the property. Mr. Lawrence said currently,
there are violations on the property and this CUP is to bring the property into conformance. He said when
the site plan is submitted, it should capture what is essentially seen on the aerial. Mr. Lawrence noted the
two northern parcels with no structures or activity; he said this could be clarified forIthe record that the
Commission is not enabling the applicant to use those parcels.
Commissioner Thomas said he raised the question because the conditions state any
storage of heavy equipment shall take place inside an enclosed structure; he said if the owner brings
heavy equipment on the property, a structure will have to be erected to house those.
Commissioner Mobil observed that it may not be appropriate to include the vacant
parcels which are not currently in use with the nursery in this CUP. Commissioner Unger agreed.
Commissioner Oates observed three dwellings on this site and he asked if those would
have to be vacated when the parcels are consolidated for the site plan. Mr. Cheran replied there was one
occupied residence.
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Chairman Wilmot clarified with the staff that Parcel 76 -A -62 is the original parcel; Parcel
76 -A -61 has a violation; the lower portion of Parcel 76 -A -65 has activity; the upper portion of Parcel 65
and Parcels 63 and 64 have no activity.
Mr. Jim Horton, the owner and applicant, came forward to respond to questions from the
Commission. Commissioner Manuel asked him if he was comfortable with Condition 45 which limited
the number of employees through various months of the year. Mr. Horton said lie was with
all the condition as stated; he said the number of employees fluctuates throughout the :year. Mr. Horton
referred to the parcels discussed by the Commission. He explained the circumstances surrounding the
purchase of the new parcels, what he is currently storing on some of the parcels, and what his intentions
were for the future use of the properties.
Chairman Wilmot next opened the public hearing for citizen comments. No one came
forward to speak and Chairman Wilmot closed the public comment portion of the hearing.
Commissioner Mohn said he had no problems with the proposed use or the application.
Commissioner Mohn said it may be beneficial to amend the sketch to clarify the bounda i ties of the use and
the activity taking place on the northern parcels in order to get a better understanding about how the site is
intended to be used under the CUP.
Commissioner Unger also commented that he had no problems with the expansion, but
his biggest concern was that heavy equipment or buildings should not placed next to adjoining residential
neighbors in a manner that would negatively affect their property values or the appearance of their homes.
Commissioner Manuel made a motion to approve the CUP with the conditions
recommended by the staff and with the understanding that some of the parcel delineations will be
clarified. This motion was seconded by Commissioner Oates and unanimously passed.
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Frederick County Planning Commission does hereby unanimously
recommend approval of Conditional Use Permit #06 -11 of Horton's Nursery for a retail nursery at 2731
Front Royal Pike (Route 522 South) with the understanding that parcel delineations will need to be
clarified and with the following conditions:
1. All review agency comments and requirements shall be complied with at all times.
2. An engineered site plan shall be submitted to and approved by Frederick County and all
improvements are to be completed within six months of approval of this CUP.
3. One non- illuminated, free - standing business sign shall be allowed with this CUP. This sign shall
not exceed 25 square feet or ten feet in height.
4. Any storage of heavy equipment shall take place within an enclosed structure.
5. Eighteen employees are permitted between the months of April -June, while the remainder of the
time, the site shall have no more than six employees.
6. Approval of this CUP will void CUP 406 -06.
7. Any expansion or change of use will require a new CUP.
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(Note: Commissioner Crockett was absent from the meeting.)
Conditional Use Permit #07 -11 of Starlite Companies, LLC DB /A Homespun for a country store
with restaurant at 949 Cedar Creek Grade. This property is identified with P.LN. 63 -A -2H in the
Gainesboro Magisterial District.
Action — Recommended Approval with Conditions
Zoning & Subdivision Administrator, Mark R. Cheran, reported that this property was
approved for a country general store through Conditional Use Permit (CUP) #15 -01 in 2001. Mr, Cheran
said the country store is operating within a two -story, eight -room stone and log structure consisting of
2,448 square feet. He said the applicant is requesting to expand this country store to allow a 26 -seat
restaurant and a photo gallery. The photo gallery will initially be located on the second floor of the
structure and will ultimately be relocated to an accessory structure in the future. He added the applicants
have expressed their desire to maintain the historic integrity of the structure and property. Mr. Cheran
next read a list of proposed conditions, should the Commission find the use to be appropriate.
Commissioner Crosen asked about the approval of the original CUP; he inquired if the
conditions prohibiting petroleum sales or restaurant use had to do with traffic concerns. Mr. Cheran
• replied that when the initial CUP was approved, it was mainly for a historical -type country store.
Commissioner Crosen supported the proposed new use and concept, but he did have safety concerns
about vehicular access and poor site distance.
Commissioner Thomas referred to Condition 98 and he asked how the maximum number
of seats for the restaurant was determined. Mr. Cheran replied it was based on the number of available
parking spaces.
Mr. Michael (Nick) Mallon, the co- applicant and owner, said they are seeking to run a tea
room. not a bar or restaurant. He said the 26 seats were primarily a function of existing parking spaces,
including the disability spaces that currently exist as part of the previous use as a gift store and gardens.
Mr. Mallon said they do not envision seating more customers in any one sitting or on any one particular
day. He said they do intend to provide a service that is not currently in existence in this area. Mr. Mallon
said this is a part of a large, on -going industry that is moving throughout the United States and they feel it
will work well in this area for families and professionals, and they anticipate the business will do well.
Commissioner Thomas asked the applicant if he had any problems with any of the
conditions and if he understood all of the conditions. Mr. Mallon replied they understood the conditions
and had no problems with any of the conditions.
Commissioner Manuel asked if the retail portion of the previous use would continue or if
this will be strictly a tea room. Mr. Mallon stated the previous owners had a large number of local
crafters and artisans who consigned their goods and he intends to continue to offer that ability to them.
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Chairman Wilmot next opened the public hearing to citizen comments. No one came
• forward to speak and Chairman Wilmot then closed the public comment portion of the hearing.
Commissioner Kriz next made a motion to recommend approval of the CUP with the
conditions as recommended by the staff. This motion was seconded by Commissioner Triplett and was
unanimously passed.
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Frederick County Planning Commission does hereby recommend approval
of Conditional Use Permit 407 -11 of Starlite Companies, LLC D /B /A Homespun, for a country store with
restaurant at 949 Cedar Creek Grade, with the following conditions:
All review agency comments shall be complied with at all times.
2. An engineered minor site plan shall be required for the future accessory structure.
3. Maximum height of a freestanding sign shall be six feet.
4. Maximum size of a freestanding sign shall be 25 square feet.
5. No internally illuminated signs shall be allowed outside of the building.
6. Maximum size of a building- mounted sign shall be ten square feet.
7. Dumpsters shall be completely enclosed by an opaque fence with a minimum setback of 15 feet
from the property line.
• 8. No more than 26 seats shall be allowed for this restaurant use.
9. Parking shall only be permitted behind the structure.
10. No petroleum sales shall be allowed.
IL Any expansion or change of use shall require a new conditional use permit.
(Note: Commissioner Crockett was absent from the meeting.)
PUBLIC MEETING
Frederick County Public Schools Transportation Facility. Review of site plan for new
transportation facility to be constructed adjacent to Armel Elementary School in the Shawnee
Magisterial District.
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Senior Planner, Candice E. Perkins, reported that this is a site plan review for the new
• Frederick County Transportation Facility. Ms. Perkins explained that the staff brings projects involving
public facilities to the Planting Commission for review prior to site plan approval. She noted the new
facility will be located off of Front Royal Pike (Rt. 522 South) behind the existing Armel Elementary
School. She said the site improvements include: administration building, maintenance building, and
wash building; school bus parking area and future bus parking expansion areas; summer school bus
storage area; and vehicle parking area and future parking expansion areas.
Commissioner Unger commented that a large portion of the property contained trees; he
asked how much of the trees were going to be removed.
Commissioner Thomas had comments concerning traffic safety issues. He noted that the
size of the site was impressive with over 200 bus parking spaces. He said that in less than a mile, on a
major collector road, there are three existing traffic signals: at Macedonia Church Road, at Tasker and
Route 522, and at the entrance to Walmart and Route 522. He explained that the entrance to Armel
School is about 1,000 feet passed Macedonia Church Road, where there is a traffic signal. He believed
something was needed at the Annel School. He commented he was surprised there hasn't been a traffic
accident involving a school bus because the bus drivers pull out of the school and then stop in the middle
of the four -lane road while they're trying to turn south on Route 522 across the median break in the road.
Commissioner Thomas said if the bus facility is going in, the break in the road needs to be closed. He
said there is also a problem with buses turning south because of the south -bound traffic coining up over
the hill —the crossover is directly at the top of the hill and vehicles cannot see it at the Bottom of the hill.
He explained that vehicles come up over the hill, pop up, and all of a sudden there's a'school bus in the
middle of the road. He said coming north has the same problem with school buses stopped at the north-
bound side of Route 522. Commissioner Thomas said that these transportation issues need to be
40 examined and something needs to be done.
Commissioner Mohn had comments concerning water quality issues. He asked what type
of BMP measures were being considered for the site, such as oil and water separators, or any other
measures that may be put in place from a water quality perspective, given the parking of buses, etc.
Mr. Wayne Lee, with Frederick County Public Schools, referred to Commissioner
Unger's question regarding removal of trees. Mr. Lee said between 80 -200 feet of trees will remain
undisturbed along the property boundaries. Regarding the traffic safety issues, Mr. Lee said they
completely agree with Commissioner Thomas' comments about safety at that intersection. He said they
have lobbied VDOT as strongly as possible to have a signal there and they are waiting on a re- evaluation
from VDOT, but he is not optimistic because there are already two new signals on Route 522. Mr. Lee
said the Schools' Transportation Department is very familiar with the situation and the existing signals
will manage the traffic coining from the south, but they will not manage the traffic coming from the north.
He said they also have concerns about buses pulling into the crossover waiting to turn left because it will
actually shut down the left turn lane in until the bus is clear. Mr. Lee said they will do their best to work
with VDOT and get a signal installed.
Chairman Wilmot inquired if there may be the potential to obtain property from the
adjoining owner to the south to gain access to the Macedonia Church Road signal. Mr. Lee said they
have not talked with the adjoining owner about bringing a road across their property. Mr. Lee said he had
spoken with them about accessing the transportation facility, but the adjoining property owner was not
willing to work with them. Mr. Lee said they could approach the owners again on the matter.
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Mr. Randy Jones, with OWPR, Architects and Engineers, addressed the water quality
of issues. Mr. Jones stated that from the edge of the new parking lot, the closest deforestation will still
provide a minimum 70 -foot buffer to the adjacent property line; the other locations will have about 200
feet of existing vegetation. He said there is quite a bit of undisturbed area. Regarding the water quality
issues, Mr. Jones said there will be a substantial number of rain gardens, which will filter the water as it is
being drained off the site. He said oil -water separators and filters will also be incorporated into the plans.
In addition, all State requirements for water quality will have to be met. Mr. Jones said they have met
extensively with the Frederick County staff to make sure all of those needs have been addressed. In
addition, this project has a LEED component to it, which is a green building, and they are striving to
receive basic certification.
Commissioner Lemieux inquired if there were any concerns about the concentration
levels of CO2 laying down in that valley, considering the site's elevation, and if there was any way to
monitor CO2 levels. Mr. Jones said the question had not previously been raised, but certainly is a valid
concern and was something he could take to his civil engineers and try to obtain additional information.
Mr. Steve Kapocsi, with Frederick County Public Schools, said as they continue to work
with VDOT on the traffic signal and safety issues, lie wanted to clarify that the number of buses that leave
the facility each morning will not be 200, but will be substantially less, most likely 50 in the morning and
50 in the evening. In addition, those buses will be staggered due to school starting times. He said they
will also continue to use satellite parking throughout the school division to save mileage and things of that
nature. Mr. Kapocsi said they need to have the "potential" to park 200 vehicles because of maintenance
service and summer parking.
Commissioner Thomas suggested reducing the amount of asphalt paving on the site, in
® light of the LEED certification by utilizing a porous surface, similar to what is going,to be used for the
summer parking areas. Commissioner Thomas said if 200 asphalt parking spaces are not needed, don't
build them.
Commissioner Lemieux asked if the facility will be used to service County department
vehicles and Mr. Kapocsi replied yes.
Commissioner Unger said he wanted to go on record stating this would'be a great facility,
but he had concerns about the traffic safety issues. He could not see how the entrance location could
function safely, especially crossing Route 522 to go south, with numerous buses pulling out.
Commissioner Manual believed VDOT was premature with the Macedonia Church Road
traffic signal and he would rather have the traffic signal at the entrance to the school. He said there have
been instances in the past where adjustments to traffic lights were made; for example, the Gander
Mountain traffic light versus the H.P. Hood traffic light. He said VDOT can make adjustments.
Commissioner Crosen asked if there could be a flagman posted on the road when school
buses are leaving or entering the site. Mr. Kapocsi stated there will be flashing lights and reduced speed
signs before and after the entrance to the site.
This concluded the comments and discussion by the Planning Commission. Ms. Perkins
said she would continue to work with the applicant on the issues raised and she would forward the
Commission's comments to VDOT.
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PLANNING COMMISSION DISCUSSION
Comprehensive Policy Plan Amendment #01 -11 of Tasker Road, Parcel 86. This request is an
11.35 -acre change in the Land Use Classification from Institutional to Residential.I The property is
located on the east side of Tasker Road and north of Rutherford Lane, approximately 0.7 miles
south of I -81, at the Exit 310 Interchange, in the Shawnee Magisterial District.
No Action Required
Deputy Planning Director, Michael T. Ruddy, reported the Planning Department received
only one Comprehensive Plan Amendment (CPPA) request by this year's June 1, 2011, deadline, which is
CPPA #01 -11 of Tasker Road, Parcel 86. Mr. Ruddy oriented the Commission on the location of the
property. He said the applicant is requesting this property be designated with residential land use as
opposed to the existing institutional land use. He said the Comprehensive Plans and Programs Committee
(CPPC) reviewed this requires at their June 13, 2011 meeting and recommended the request be
incorporated into the Eastern Frederick County- Senseny Road Land Use Study by way of an adjustment
in the study boundary to pick up this property. Mr. Ruddy said the applicant heard this' recommendation,
but the applicant would prefer to proceed with their request independent of the study because they were
concerned about the time frame involved with the study. Mr. Ruddy believed it would be appropriate to
recognize this applicant's request that this particular Comprehensive Policy Plan amendment proceed
independently of that upcoming area plan.
• Mr. Ronald Mislowsky, with Patton, Harris, Rust & Associates, was representing the
applicant in this CPPA request. Mr. Mislowsky stated that the owner does not wish to do an institutional
use on the property because the adjoining areas are residential, and considering the slope of the property,
it would probably not be conducive to commercial use. He said residential seems to be the best use for
this property. He pointed out that Rutherford Lane is just east of the site and would provide the entrance.
Mr. Mislowsky stated as this request moves forward through the process, all the transportation and use
issues will be evaluated. He said they are simply requesting to revise the use from having a portion of the
site institutional to having the entire site be residential, because it reflects what is out there now.
Commissioner Kriz asked Mr. Mislowski if he was thinking townhouses, condominiums,
or single - family dwellings. Mr. Mislowsky said there is no idea right now what would be on the site; he
said they just know they do not want an institutional use, nor do they want commercial use.
Commissioner Oates remarked that since there is no idea what is going to be on the site,
why not include this in the future study. Mr. Mislowsky responded that in reflecting on what has
happened with past studies, the applicant has already paid a fee for the CPPA and they did not think it
was quite fair to be wrapped up into all of the subcommittee meetings and public comment meetings and
issues that go along with a much larger study. Mr. Mislowsky said they believe since they submitted an
application fee for the CPPA process, they felt they should be handled separately and instead of taking
seven or eight months, or possibly longer, they could be done in four to five months, and if something
happens, they will be ready to react. He remarked that the applicant is not asking to be treated differently
than any other CPPA application accepted in the past.
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Commissioner Thomas noted that the whole property is zoned RA (Rural Areas), but the
Comprehensive Policy Plan has a designation on the northern part of the parcel for institutional.
Commissioner Thomas asked for confirmation from the applicant that they wanted the institutional use to
be removed and for it to be designated residential. Commissioner Thomas asked if the applicant was
seeking RP Zoning. Mr. Mislowski confirmed the applicant wanted the use to be residential; he said the
property is zoned RA and RP Zoning would require them to submit a rezoning application.
Commissioner Manuel asked Mr. Mislowski if he discovered any historical information
on how that portion of the property came to be designated for institutional. Mr. Mislowsky surmised it
was probably because Agape Church had future plans for expansion
Commissioner Unger inquired how much of the property was usable; he thought a creek
ran through the property. Mr. Mislowski replied the creek runs along the eastern edge of the property,
possibly on the other side of Rutherford Drive.
Mr. Ruddy used an aerial to point out where Opequon Creek follows the property line on
the east side of the Rutherford property.
Commissioner Thomas questioned why the applicant would apply for a CPPA to change
this designation. Mr. Mislowski stated that if the applicant comes in with a rezoning application, they
want to be in conformance with the Comprehensive Policy Plan. He said they do not want the staff to
make a comment that the first step would be a CPPA amendment, which has happened to them on a
previous occasion.
Commissioner Mohn said from a procedural standpoint, he didn't have a problem with
this proceeding on its own, separate from the larger study. Commissioner Mohn said he might have felt a
little differently, if this property was positioned more centrally to the study area; however, it is a small -
focused area, located somewhat on the fringe. He believed it could be dealt with, as long as it joined up
with the larger study.
Commissioner Oates agreed with Commissioner Mohn. No other issues were raised or
comments made.
Discussion of a proposed amendment to the Frederick County Code, Chapter 165, Zoning, Article
VI, Business and Industrial Zoning Districts, Part 606, Section 165- 606.02, Allowed Uses; and
Article 11, Supplementary use Regulations, Parking, Buffers and Regulations for Specific Uses, Part
204, Additional Regulations for Specific Uses, Section 165- 204.12, Motor Vehicle Service Uses and
Public Garages. This revision will allow automotive repair shops as a permitted use in the M1
(Light Industrial) Zoning District and will amend the regulations for specific uses.
No Action Required
Senior Planner, Candice E. Perkins, reported that the staff has received numerous
requests to permit automobile repair shops in the MI (Light Industrial) Zoning District. Ms. Perkins said
automobile repair is currently permitted in the B3 (Industrial Transition) and the M2 (Industrial General))
Zoning Districts. She said the staff has drafted an ordinance amendment that would permit SIC 752 as a
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permitted use in the MI Zoning District along with additional supplemental use regulations. She next
read a list of the types of automotive repair shops that would be permitted. Ms. Perkins said this item was
presented to the Development Review and Regulations Committee (DRRC) at their meeting on May 26,
2011, and they endorsed the amendment and recommended it be sent to the Planning Commission for
discussion.
Chairman Wilmot asked if the review process sent this proposed code amendment to the
Economic Development Commission (EDC) so they could make comments. Chairman Wilmot believed
this proposed amendment needed to have comments from the EDC.
Commissioner Thomas inquired if comments were received from the industrial park
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folks, who would have the MI land, as to whether they agree or disagree.
Ms. Perkins said that no outside agencies were contacted for continents, other than
committee members from the DRRC. Ms. Perkins said she would be able to get those, comments before
this goes to the Board of Supervisors.
No other issues were raised or comments made.
OTHER
CANCELLATION OF THE JULY 20, 2011 MEETING
Chairman Wilmot announced there were no action items for the July 20, 2011, Planning
Commission meeting. Upon motion made by Commissioner Thomas and seconded by Commissioner
Kriz, the Commission unanimously voted to cancel the meeting.
CPEAV ZONING CONFERENCE
Chairman Wilmot announced that a zoning conference, sponsored by the CPEAV, is
scheduled for July 18, 2011, in Richmond, and one of the topics for discussion is civility and related
matters. Chairman Wilmot stated that if any Commissioners are interested in attending, please contact the
Planning Staff.
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ADJOURNMENT
No further business remained to be discussed and upon motion made by Commissioner
Kriz and second by Commissioner Thomas, the meeting adjourned at 8:15 p.m. by a unanimous vote.
Respectfully submitted,
June M. Wilmot, Chairman
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ric R. Lawrence, Secretary
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