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PC_09-07-11_Meeting_MinutesMEETING MINUTES • OF THE FREDERICK COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION Held in the Board Room of the Frederick County Administration Building at 107 North Kent Street in Winchester, Virginia on September 7, 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; J. Stanley Crockett, 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; Jennifer Beatley, City of Winchester Planning Commission Liaison; and Rod Williams, County Attorney. STAFF PRESENT: Eric R. Lawrence, Planning Director; Candice E. Perkins, Senior Planner; Dana M. Johnston, Zoning Inspector; 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 September 7, 201 1 Planning Commission agenda for this evening's meeting. MINUTES Upon motion made by Commissioner Kriz and seconded by Commissioner Triplett, the minutes of July 6, 2011 were unanimously approved as presented. Upon motion made by Commissioner Kriz and seconded by Commissioner Triplett, the minutes of August 3, 2011 were unanimously approved as presented. i Frederick County Planning Commission Page 2793 Minutes of September 7, 2011 -z- . COMMITTEE REPORTS Sanitation Authority — 8/16/11 Mtg. Commissioner Unger stated the Sanitation Authority reported a slight increase in water usage than normal for last month. A significant leak was discovered in front of the Food Lion on Route 277 and the Authority hopes the repair of this leak will bring the water usage back down. Smaller leaks were found in other areas of the County. The Authority filed a violation with Stephens City over the rag problem. Also discussed was the problem of persons who haul water from fire hydrants, for such things as swimming pools, because the Authority is not being paid for water lost. Work is continuing on placing a new cover for the Parkins Mill Plant for the odor problem. The Sanitation Authority is working on a proposal whereby owners or leasees of rental units would be required to submit al down payment or deposit for water service. Frequently, when the leasee leaves the rental unit, the Authority is not getting paid for the previous month's water. Lastly, work has begun on formulating a drought plan. Economic Development Commission (EDC) - 8/05/11 & 9/02/11 Mtgs. Commissioner Madagan reported that on August 5, the EDC reviewed the first quarter project list which includes the website revamp; the O -Zone Early Action Plan; Pro - active Marketing; Career Awareness Program; Business Showcase Program; and the EDC Strategy Update for the first quarter. Additionally, the EDC reviewed the Board of Directors survey results and implemented some minor change plans based on the findings. The EDC discussed the update of the website in more detail and the project status. Commissioner Madagan reported that on September 2, the EDC strategy was discussed. Since both the City and the County recently updated their Comprehensive Policy Plans, it was felt the EDC should try to frame their strategy based on the economic development portions of those plans and they will be reaching out to the staff members of both localities to seek presentations at their November meeting. Citv of Winchester Planning Commission — 8/16/11 Mtg. Ms. Jennifer Beatley, City of Winchester Planning Commissioner, reported that the Planning Commission for the City of Winchester recommended to City Council the rezoning of a parcel of land from HRI to HR; recommended approval of a request to vacate a strip off west Clifford Street to an adjacent property owner; and recommended denial of a request to vacate a portion of the North Kent Street right -of -way to an adjacent property owner. \J Frederick County Planning Commission Page 2794 Minutes of September 7, 2011 -3- KICKOFF FOR SENSENY/EASTERN FREDERICK URBAN AREA PLAN Chairman Wilmot announced two public introduction meetings for the Senseny /Eastern Frederick Urban Area Plan to be held in September to introduce the study, seek early input, and to encourage participation in the study and working groups. Chairman Wilmot described which area the study will encompass and the intended purpose of the study. Those two meetings were scheduled for Thursday, September 15, 2011, at 7:00 p.m., at the Millwood Station Volunteer Fire & Rescue facility at 252 Costello Drive; and, Tuesday, September 20, 2011, at 7:00 p.m., at the Greenwood Mill Elementary School, at 281 Charming Drive. She encouraged the public to get involved and provided the website. 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. PUBLIC HEARING Conditional Use Permit 908 -11 of Smithfield Properties to re- establish a discontinued non- conforming use in order to enable construction of a single - family dwelling. The property is located • at 417 Frog Hollow Road, and is identified with P.I.N. 22 -A -20 in the Gainesboro Magisterial District. Action — Recommended Approval Zoning Inspector, Dana Johnston, provided the history and background information for this parcel. Mr. Johnston reported that staffs research indicated a dwelling was established on the property prior to 1970 and aerial photos from 1988 to 2001 show a dwelling on the property. However, the dwelling burned down on June 2, 2004, as evidenced by a newspaper article in the Winchester Star; he said the house was not replaced. Mr. Johnston stated that a survey by Artz & Associates, land surveyors, dated December 7, 2007, indicates the burnt dwelling's foundation encroached on the western property line up to 2.2 feet. He noted that a manufactured structure has recently been brought onto the site in an effort to re- establish a dwelling. He also noted the property's size, building setback requirements, and existing septic drainfield has rendered the property a challenge to place the dwelling. Mr. Johnston stated the re- establishment of the residential nonconforming use would enable the dwelling to be placed on the site in the general vicinity of the previously- existing dwelling. Mr. Johnston explained that the applicant purchased the property in 2007. In 2009, application for a building permit was made to establish a new dwelling in the general location where the burnt dwelling previously stood. A complaint was received regarding the construction of a dwelling on the property, as well as the dwelling placement being too close to the adjacent southwestern property line. He reported that upon further research, staff determined that while the location of the new dwelling was consistent with that of the burnt dwelling, more than 12 months had passed since the dwelling burned and the placement near the adjacent property line was no longer legally nonconforming. It was determined • Frederick County Planning Commission Page 2795 Minutes of September 7, 2011 -4- that the ability to place the dwelling on the property and its placement in the vicinity of the burnt dwelling would require the re- establishment of the legally nonconforming use, achieved with the approval of a conditional use permit. Mr. Johnston concluded that based on the documentation provided, the staff believed this property met the intent of the zoning ordinance in respect to re- establish a nonconforming use and is appropriate. He said the new dwelling will be less nonconforming than the original use due to the house being constructed five feet from the property line, unlike the previous dwelling which was constructed over the property line. Commissioner Thomas commented that because the previous dwelling was 2.2 feet over the property line, the nonconforming use category would still not allow the new dwelling to be constructed over the property line. He commented this application was in a gray area as to whether it was a nonconforming use. Commissioner Thomas asked if there was a topographic issue involved that would prevent the proposed dwelling from being constructed closer to the front of the property and allow the structure to meet the setbacks. Planning Director, Eric R. Lawrence, stated that part of the challenge, is the applicant is using the existing well and drainfield; he said the dwelling can't be moved closer to the front because it would encroach on the existing drainfield. In addition, the size of the parcel and building setbacks limit the area for placement of the structure. Mr. Lawrence said it was the applicant's contention that they had an existing foundation and a history of a house placed at this general location; therefore, if the house is kept five feet within the property, the impact has been lessened on the adjoining property and re- establishing a dwelling where one previously existed could take place. • Mr. Richard Butcher, co -owner of Smithfield Properties, the applicant, was present to answer questions from the Planning Commission. Chairman Wilmot opened the public hearing to citizen comments anj . called for anyone wishing to speak regarding the proposed conditional use permit. The following person came forward to speak: Mr. Earl Nicholson, Jr., adjoining property owner, expressed his concern about the placement of the new dwelling so close to his property line and up on a hill overlooking his home. He was also concerned about the mounding of dirt onto his property in an effort to level land for the new structure. He thought the previous dwelling was placed illegally. Mr. Nicholson believed the placement of the new structure would negatively affect his property's value. No one else wished to speak and Chairman Wilmot closed the public comment portion of • the hearing. Commissioner Thomas inquired of the applicant if there was a Health Department drawing showing the location of the sanitary drainfield and Mr. Butcher replied yes. Commissioner Thomas asked if the drainfield location would preclude moving the structure forward and Mr. Butcher replied yes. Mr. Butcher said the septic tanks and lids would have to be moved and the well is located behind the proposed structure. Mr. Butcher commented that he was placing a 24 -foot by 35 -foot modular home consisting of two bedrooms and one bathroom. Frederick County Planning Commission Page 2796 Minutes of September 7, 2011 -5- Commissioner Unger asked if the piers for the structure were in place. Mr. Butcher • replied the footings have been dug, piers are in place, and inspections have been passed. Mr. Butcher said the structure is on its foundation and hurricane straps are hooked up. Mr. Butcher said he received his building permit in March of 2010. Commissioner Unger questioned how the applicant was able to obtain a building permit for a nonconforming structure. Mr. Johnston interjected that the issuance of the building permit was an oversight. He said the permit was signed based on the information provided during review of the building permit Ile said the conditional use permit is being used as a remedy to correct this oversight. Mr. Lawrence clarified that the information submitted with the building permit application stated that the applicant wanted to replace a burned -out house. However, the burned structure occurred five years earlier and the zoning ordinance only allows placement of a non - conforming house within 12 months of being destroyed. Mr. Lawrence said this situation could be remedied through the conditional use permit (CUP) process, which is re- establishing a legally nonconforming use, or through the Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA). He said staff believed the CUP route was the most logical because there was a clear history documenting a structure existed on this property, rather than trying to get all of the setbacks waived. Mr. Lawrence said this is not a traditional CUP because there are no conditions and the permit cannot be revoked. Commissioner Unger inquired about the procedure for handling a future complaint, since the CUP could not be revoked. Mr. Rod Williams, Legal Counsel for the Planning Commission replied it would ultimately be enforced through the violation process, which would go through the cows process for adjudication. Commission members continued to discuss at length the issues involved with this application. Commissioner Kriz stated that he visited the site and although the site had an approved health permit, he did not think the existing septic field would meet current Health Department standards. Commissioner Kriz thought the options to resolve this situation were limited. Commissioner Kriz next made a motion to approve the CUP as presented. This motion was seconded by Commissioner Triplett and passed by the following majority vote: i YES (TO REC. APPROVAL) Crosen, Ambrogi, Manuel, Oates, Madagan, Kriz, Triplett, Lemieux, Wilmot NO: Unger, Crockett, Thomas, Mohn BE IT RESOLVED, that the Frederick County Planning Commission does hereby recommend approval of Conditional Use Permit 908 -11 of Smithfield Properties to re- establish a discontinued nonconforming use in order to enable construction of a single- family dwelling at 417 Frog Hollow Road. • Frederick County Planning Commission Page 2797 Minutes of September 7, 2011 RELIANCE ROAD AREA LAND USE PLAN — An amendment to the 2030 Comprehensive Policy • Plan, Appendix I, to include a new area plan for the Reliance Road area of Frederick County. The Reliance Road Area Plan introduces future commercial and technology land use designations to an area totaling approximately 311 acres. This plan includes provisions for transportation improvements to accommodate the land use designations. At this time, the plan does not include an expansion of the Sewer and Water Service Area (SWSA). The Reliance Road Area Land Use Plan encompasses the area generally east of 1 -81 and the Town of Middletown, along Reliance Road, within the Opequon Magisterial District. Action — Recommended Approval Planning Director, Eric R. Lawrence, reported that in the Spring 2010, the Town of Middletown approached Frederick County seeking a boundary line adjustment (BLA) between the two jurisdictions. The request included the support of the major land owners within the proposed BLA area. Mr. Lawrence said the County agreed to evaluate the Town's request and the Reliance Road Steering Committee (RRSC) was convened and consisted of elected officials of both jurisdictions. He said the RRSC identified three steps in the process towards a possible BLA: 1) adopt a Land Use Plan for the identified area; 2) evaluate provisions for water and sewer service to the area; and 3) consider the BLA. Mr. Lawrence stated that the Reliance Road Area Land Use Plan has been discussed and studied at various levels of local government and by citizens at a public meeting over the past year. Mr. Lawrence reported that the proposed land use plan identifies future commercial and technology uses for the 311 -acre study area. The concept includes approximately 44 acres of business uses, such as hotels, restaurants, and gasoline /convenience centers, and approximately 259 acres of technology, such as advanced security, assembly, business services, and life sciences. He said there were • no plans for residential land uses. Mr. Lawrence said it was recognized that the 1 -81 interchange in the immediate vicinity was under- utilized and could be used to support business uses that would cater to the traveling public. Also recognized were the limited water and sewer availabilities and the fact that the plan does not include an expansion of the County's Sewer and Water Service Area (SWSA). He noted that if the plan is adopted, efforts should be implemented to properly manage the perninted land uses reflective of available water and sewer capacities. He said the SWSA issue would need to be revisited as the Town's water capacities are deemed available to serve the various sites. Mr. Lawrence stated that in addition to the land use concepts, it was recognized that some of the transportation deficiencies will also need to be addressed. He noted that although the interstate interchange functions well today, improvements will need to take place as development occurs. In order to facilitate those improvements, Bucktown Road will need to be relocated and used to facilitate access with the various land bays; the plan also promotes the continuation of the boulevard type road systems along Reliance Road. Mr. Lawrence said the plan ultimately envisions the Town providing water and sewer. He said it was apparent the sewer capacities are available, however, the water is the limitation. Mr. Lawrence said the Town is continuing to investigate options as to where they might obtain water. Because the land use plan has not identified where the water source would come from, he said this plan solely looks at land use and transportation. Mr. Lawrence commented that suburban -type residential growth is not supported by Frederick County because of the fiscal impacts on the County's system. Mr. Lawrence next introduced Middletown Councilor, John Blaisdell, and Middletown Zoning Administrator, Fred Wharton, who were available to answer questions from the Planning Commission. • Frederick County Planning Commission Page 2798 Minutes of September 7, 2011 • Commissioner Oates referred to the residential parcels between the future technology and Reliance Road. He said he realized those property owners were most likely electing not to be a part of the land use plan at this time, but as properties change hands in the future, lie did not want to have to go through a text amendment process to get those little pieces in. Commissioner Oates asked if there was some mechanism that could be used through the land use plan that would allow those parcels to come in at some point in the future. Mr. Lawrence said the reason the RRSC proposed not to include those property owners is because they were very vocal at the onset that they did not want to be involved. The RRSC believed it was appropriate to respect their rights and leave them out. i Mr. Fred Wharton, Zoning Administrator for the Town of Middletown, stated that the Town was having discussions with the City of Winchester about the possibility of obtaining more water. Mr. Wharton said the City Council will be meeting on September 26, 2011 to discuss the Town's request and have indicated they are favorable to supplying the Town with more water. Mr. Wharton said the Town of Middletown has not had an increase in their water supply for 30 years. He said the Town is requesting increments of 10,000 gallons per year for the next 30 years in order to meet the needs for the potential uses across 1 -81. Chairman Wilmot next called for public comments regarding this land use plan. No one came forward to speak and Chairman Wilmot closed the public comment portion of the hearing. Commissioner Thomas believed this was a good plan, it was an appropriate location, and the transportation system was available. He stated that if the Town of Middletown could work out the water problem, it would be a very good addition to Frederick County and the Town of Middletown. Commissioner Thomas made a motion to recommend approval of the Reliance Road Area Land Use Plan. This motion was seconded by Commissioner Kriz and unanimously passed. BE IT RESOLVED, that the Frederick County Planning Commission does hereby unanimously recommend approval of the Reliance Road Area Land Use Plan. This document is an.amendment to the 2030 Comprehensive Policy Plan, Appendix 1, to include a new area plan for the Reliance Road area of Frederick County. The Reliance Road Area Plan introduces future commercial and technology land use designations to an area totaling approximately 311 acres. This plan includes provisions for transportation improvements to accommodate the land use designations. At this time, the plan does not include an expansion of the Sewer and Water Service Area (SWSA). The Reliance Road Area Land Use Plan encompasses the area generally east of I -81 and the Town of Middletown, along Reliance Road, within the Opequon Magisterial District. An amendment to the Frederick County Code, Chapter 165, Zoning, Article 11, Supplementary Use Regulations, Parking, Buffers and Regulations for Specific Uses, Part 204, Additional Regulations for Specific Uses, 165- 204.26 Public Utilities; Article IV, Agricultural and Residential Districts, Part 401, RA (Rural Areas) District, 165- 401.05 Minimum Lot Size; and Chapter 144, Subdivision of Land, Article V, Design Standards, 144 -024, Lot Requirements. This ordinance amendment consists of revisions to the minimum lot size and setback requirements for lots that contain public utilities. Frederick County Planning Commission Page 2799 Minutes of September 7, 2011 an Action — Recommended Approval Senior Planner, Candice E. Perkins, reported that this proposed subdivision and zoning ordinance text amendment addresses the lot sizes and setbacks for public utilities. Ms. Perkins said this proposed amendment would allow the zoning administrator to establish lot size and setback standards for lots created for the purpose of public utilities. She said the regulations would be applicable to political subdivisions, municipal corporations, VDOT, the Service Authority, as well as the Sanitation Authority. She noted that it waives the health system requirements and establishes a minimum 15 -foot access width I Ms. Perkins stated this amendment was discussed by the Development Review & Regulations Committee (DRRC) at their July 28, 2011 meeting. The DRRC endorsed the amendment and sent it forward to the Planning Commission. The Planning Commission discussed the item at their August 3, 2011 meeting and the Board of Supervisors discussed it at their August 10, 2011 meeting. The Board sent the amendment forward for public hearing. Chairman Wilmot opened the public hearing to citizen comments and called for anyone wishing to speak. No one came forward to speak and Chairman Wilmot closed the public comment portion of the hearing. No questions or issues were raised by the members of the Commission. The Planning Commission believed the amendment was appropriate as presented. Upon motion made by Commissioner Thomas and seconded by Commissioner Kriz, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Frederick County Planning Commission does hereby unanimously ® recommend approval of the amendment to the Frederick County Code, Chapter 165, Zoning, Article 11, Supplementary Use Regulations, Parking, Buffers and Regulations for Specific Uses, Part 204, Additional Regulations for Specific Uses, 165- 204.26 Public Utilities; Article IV, Agricultural and Residential Districts, Part 401, RA (Rural Areas) District, 165- 401.05 Minimum Lot Size; and Chapter 144, Subdivision of Land, Article V, Design Standards, 144 -024, Lot Requirements. This ordinance amendment consists of revisions to the minimum lot size and setback requirements for lots that contain public utilities. An 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 II, 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 MI (Light Industrial) Zoning District and will establish regulations for specific uses. Action — Recommended Approval Senior Planner, Candice E. Perkins, reported this proposed amendment will include automotive repair shops as a permitted use in the Ml (Light Industrial) Zoning District. She said currently, this use is only permitted in the B3 (Industrial Transition) and M2 (Industrial General) Districts, as well as in RA (Rural Areas) with a conditional use permit. Ms. Perkins said the proposed 11 Frederick County Planning Commission Page 2800 Minutes of September 7, 2011 amendment would allow all of the uses listed under SIC 752 in the M 1 District. She said it also includes • some supplementary use restrictions, which address the screening requirements for the storage of inoperable vehicles, as well as a prohibition of automobile sales as an accessory use for auto shops in the RA, Ml, and M2 Districts. Ms. Perkins said the Development Review & Regulations Committee (DRRC) discussed this amendment at their May 26, 2011 meeting; the Planning Commission discussed the amendment at their meeting on July 6, 2011; and the Board of Supervisors discussed the amendment at their meeting on July 27, 2011 and instructed the staff to forward the amendment for public hearing. Chairman Wilmot opened the public hearing for citizen comments. No one came forward to speak and Chairman Wilmot closed the public comment portion of the hearing. No questions or issues were raised by the members of the Commission. The Planning Commission believed the amendment was appropriate as presented. Upon motion made by Commissioner Thomas and seconded by Commissioner Kriz, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Frederick County Planning Commission does hereby unanimously recommend approval of an 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 M I (Light Industrial) Zoning District and will establish regulations for specific uses. • COMMISSION DISCUSSION Discussion of a proposed amendment to the Frederick County Code, Chapter 165, Zoning, Article II, Supplementary Use Regulations, Parking, Buffers, and Regulations for Specific Uses, Part 203, Buffers and Landscaping, Section 165- 203.01, Landscaping Requirements, and Section 165- 203.02 Buffer and Screening Requirements. This proposed amendment provides revisions to the landscaping requirements within the zoning ordinance. Senior Planner, Candice E. Perkins, reported that over the years, the staff has encountered issues regarding the landscaping requirements contained within the zoning ordinance. Specifically, concerns have been expressed over the allowable plant types, maintenance of plants, enforcement and bonding, residential separation buffers, and road efficiency buffers. Mr. Perkins stated that in order to resolve these issues and make the landscaping ordinance easier to understand and implement, the staff has drafted proposed changes to the landscaping requirements contained within the zoning ordinance. Ms. Perkins reviewed the proposed changes with the Commission. Those changes included: types of landscaping; provisions for the condition, planting procedures, and maintenance of landscaping; provisions for the replacement of dead or dying plants; provisions for removal of landscaping; maintenance of fences and walls; revisions to existing trees credit sections; revisions to the • Frederick County Planning Commission Page 2801 Minutes of September 7, 2011 -10- enforcement and monetary guarantee provisions; revised buffer and screening text; as well as revisions to is the residential separation buffers and road efficiency buffer sections. Ms. Perkins stated that the Development Review & Regulations Committee (DRRC) first reviewed these changes back in October 2009 and then again in May and July of 2011. At the July meeting, the DRRC endorsed the changes and recommended they be sent to the Planning Commission for discussion. Ms. Perkins recognized Mr. Jay Banks, a member of the DRRC who was present at this evening's meeting, for his considerable assistance with the proposed amendment. Chairman Wilmot also recognized Mr. Jay Banks and thanked him for all his work and input on the DRRC. Chairman Wilmot asked Mr. Perkins how this amendment would benefit Frederick Comity and also, how would it benefit the user /developer. Ms. Perkins said the proposed amendment provides more options for landscaping types and species; it provides text language that is easier to understand; and, it addresses concerns raised over the years by landscapers. Ms Perkins said the revisions create a better, user - friendly ordinance. Commissioner Thomas referred to Page 11, Subparagraph 4, The buffer width may reduced by up to twenty percent (20 %) when the line of sight from the traveling lane is at least ten (10) feet above the rear vard elevation of the ground floor of the dwelling. Commissioner Thomas said his interpretation was the language should be opposite and state, "when the line of site ... is at least ten feet below the rear yard..." because a physical buffer of the topography would push the sound upward instead of having it go down into the rear yard. Commissioner Thomas said if the house was on top of the hill and the road below, the road noise is not going to travel up to the house; however, if the house is below ® and the road above, the noise comes down to the house. Ms. Perkins said she would take another look at the wording to see what could be done. Commissioner Oates asked if the Poplar tree species could be added as an option to the landscaping list. He said the Poplar species is similar to the Sycamore and is recommended in some of the BMPs (best management practices). Ms. Perkins thanked the Commission for their comments and said she would forward those comments to the Board of Supervisors for their discussion. Discussion of a proposed amendment to the Frederick County Code, Chapter 165, Zoning, Article IV, Agricultural and Residential Districts, Part 401, RA (Rural Areas) District, Section 165- 401.02; and Part 402 RP (Residential Performance) District, Section 165- 402.02. This proposed amendment provides revisions to the permitted uses in the RA and RP Zoning Districts. Senior Planner, Candice E. Perkins, reported that this revision includes additional permitted uses in the RA (Rural Areas) and RP (Residential Performance) Zoning Districts. Specifically, the amendment would add "public buildings" as a permitted use in the RA and RP Districts; "libraries" as a permitted use in the RA District; and "museums" as a permitted use in the RP District. 11 Frederick County Planning Commission Page 2802 Minutes of September 7, 2011 -11- Ms. Perkins said this item was discussed at the Development Review & Regulations Committee (DRRC) at their meeting on July 27, 2011. She said the DRRC endorsed the proposed amendment and forwarded it to the Planning Commission for discussion. The Planning Commission had no immediate questions or concerns with the proposed amendment and believed the changes were appropriate as presented. CANCELATION OF THE COMMISSION'S SEPTEMBER 21, 2011 MEETING Chairman Wilmot announced there were no pending items for the Planning Commission's September 21, 2011 meeting. Upon motion made by Commissioner Kriz and seconded by Commissioner Thomas, the Planning Commission unanimously voted to cancel the September 21, 2011 meeting. ADJOURNMENT No further business remained to be discussed and the meeting adjourned at 8:15 p.m. by a unanimous vote. Respectfully submitted, t l �-' � lY"(� ne M. Wilmot, Chairman R. Lawrence, Secretary Frederick County Planning Commission Page 2803 Minutes of September 7, 2011