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HomeMy WebLinkAboutDECEMBER 2, 2014 AGENDACITY COUNCIL
MAYOR WILLIAM D. SESSOMS, JR., At -Large
VICE MAYOR LOUIS R. JONES, Bayside - District 4
ROBERT M. DYER, Centerville - District 1
BARBARA M. HENLEY, Princess Anne - District 7
SHANNON DS KANE, Rose Hall - District 3
BRAD MARTIN, P.E., At Large
JOHN D. MOSS, At Large
AMELIA ROSS-HAMMOND, Kempsville - District 2
JOHN E. UHRIN Beach - District 6
ROSEMARY WILSON, At -Large
JAMES L. WOOD, Lynnhaven -District 5
CITY COUNCIL APPOINTEES
CITY MANAGER - JAMES K. SPORE
CITY ATTORNEY - MARK D. STILES
CITY ASSESSOR JERALD D. BANAGAN
CITY AUDITOR - LYNDON S. REMIAS
CITY CLERK -- RUTH HODGES FRASER, MMC
CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH
"COMMUNITY FOR A LIFETIME"
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
02 DECEMBER 2014
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VIRGINIA BEACH, VIRGINIA 23456-9005
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MAYOR WILLIAM D. SESSOMS, JR.
PRESIDING
CITY COUNCIL BRIEFINGS
- Conference Room -
A. IMPACT OF STUDENT HOMELESSNESS ON SCHOOL PERFORMANCE
Thaler McCormick, CEO ForKids
II. CITY MANAGER BRIEFINGS
A. RATING AGENCY CREDIT EVALUATIONS for Key Projects
Patti Phillips, Director, Finance Department
B. PENDING PLANNING ITEMS
Jack Whitney, Director, Planning Department
III. CITY COUNCIL LIAISON REPORTS
IV. CITY COUNCIL COMMENTS
V CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REVIEW
VI. INFORMAL SESSION
- Conference Room -
A. CALL TO ORDER — Mayor William D. Sessoms, Jr.
B. CITY COUNCIL ROLL CALL
C. RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION
3:00 PM
5:00 PM
VII. FORMAL SESSION
- City Council Chamber - 6:00 PM
A. CALL TO ORDER — Mayor William D. Sessoms, Jr.
B. INVOCATION: Captain Duane Burleigh
Administrator, The Salvation Army
C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
D. ELECTRONIC ROLL CALL OF CITY COUNCIL
E. CERTIFICATION OF CLOSED SESSION
F. MINUTES
1. INFORMAL and FORMAL SESSIONS
G. FORMAL SESSION AGENDA
1. CONSENT AGENDA
H. PUBLIC COMMENT
1. ARENA DEVELOPMENT
November 25, 2014
I. ORDINANCES/RESOLUTION
1. Resolution to REFER to the Planning Commission an Ordinance to AMEND the
Comprehensive Plan with Amendments to Chapter 4 (Princess Anne and Transition Area)
2. Ordinances re Schools:
a. ESTABLISH Capital Project and APPROPRIATE $12,198,743 in Reversion Funds
1. $ 516,300 CIP fund for the Green Run Collegiate Project
2. $11,682,443 to the School Reserve Special Revenue Fund to address:
a. Anticipated Operating Budget shortfall in FY 2016
b. Emergency expenditures of a non-recurring nature
c. Other fiscal emergencies
3. TRANSFER $1,095,712 re: Technology and Instruction:
a. $540,731 from the Operations and Maintenance to Technology
b. $335,921 from Instruction to Technology
c. $205,560 from Transportation to Technology
d. $ 13,500 from Administration to Instruction
3. Ordinances to ACCEPT and APPROPRIATE:
a. $150,000 from FY 2015 ECCS Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP) Grant re training
b. $2,000 from the Wireless Education Grant re State-sponsored conferences
c. $47,373 from the Maritime Forest Trust Fund re the Live Oak Program
d. $ 7,147 from the Living Shorelines Trust re living shorelines
4. Ordinance to TRANSFER $1,939,291 re Completed Capital Projects:
a. $1,084,291 City's Site Acquisition
b. $ 600,000 Repairs to the Collier Building
c. $ 255,000 Old Donation Center/Kemps Landing Magnet School
J. PLANNING
1. Applications for Variances to Subdivison Regulations:
a. MOISON DEVELOPMENT, LLC Sections 4.4 (b) and 4.4 (d) re dwelling units at
1032 Fleming Drive
DISTRICT 6 - BEACH
RECOMMENDATION
APPROVAL
b. GARRETT A. and BERNADETTE P. ALCARAZ Section 4.4 (b) re lots at 3075 Bray
Road
DISTRICT 5 - LYNNHAVEN
RECOMMENDATION
APPROVAL
2. Application of STRAWBRIDGE ANIMAL CARE for a Conditional Use Permit re an Animal
Hospital/Veterinary Establishment at 2400 Castleton Commerce Way
DISTRICT 7 — PRINCESS ANNE
RECOMMENDATION
APPROVAL
3. Application of BEACH MOTOR SPORTS for a Conditional Use Permit re small engine
repair and service at 2976-80 Virginia Beach Boulevard
DISTRICT 5 — LYNNHAVEN
RECOMMENDATION
APPROVAL
4. Application of STEVE BARNES for a Conditional Use Permit to expand a Farm Stand at
1076 Sandbridge Road
DISTRICT 7 — PRINCESS ANNE
RECOMMENDATION
APPROVAL
5. Applications of JOHN D. and RANDI VOGEL and HUNT CLUB FARM at 2388 London
Bridge Road
DISTRICT 7 — PRINCESS ANNE
a. Change of Zoning from AG -2 Agricultural and Conditional B-2 Community Business to
Conditional B-2 Community Business
b. Modification of Conditions (approved October 22, 1991, May 23, 2000, November 9, 2004,
April 12, 2005, November 24, 2006, October 23, 2007 and July 8, 2008) to expand their
outdoor recreation and entertainment operation
RECOMMENDATION
APPROVAL
6. Applications of KING FARMS, LLC at 2852 and 2876 West Neck Road
DISTRICT 7 — PRINCESS ANNE
a. Change of Zoning from AG -1 and AG -2 Agricultural Districts to Conditional PD -H2 Planned
Development (R-20 Residential) and P-1 Preservation Districts re single family units
b. Floodplain Variance in the Transition Area
RECOMMENDATION
APPROVAL
7. Ordinances to AMEND the City Zoning Ordinance (CZO)
a. Section 208 re portable storage containers for special events
b. Article 2 ADDING Part H, Sections 280 through 283 and Sections 602, 702, 802, 902,
and 1002 re street setbacks within SGA Areas
RECOMMENDATION
APPROVAL
K. APPOINTMENTS
BUILDING CODE OF APPEALS
BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS
CHESAPEAKE BAY PRESERVATION BOARD
COMMUNITY POLICY and MANAGEMENT TEAM
COMMUNITY SERVICES BOARD — CSB
HAMPTON ROADS PLANNING DISTRICT COMMISSION — HRPDC
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
PARKS and RECREATION COMMISSION
PLANNING COMMISSION
RESORT ADVISORY COMMISSION
L UNFINISHED BUSINESS
M. NEW BUSINESS
N. ADJOURNMENT
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PUBLIC COMMENT
Non -Agenda Items
Each Speaker will be allowed 3 minutes
and each subject is limited to 3 Speakers
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and need assistance at this meeting,
please call the CITY CLERK'S OFFICE at 385-4303
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CITY COUNCIL MEETING REMAINDER OF 2014
DECEMBER 9TH
INFORMAL AND FORMAL SESSION
CITY COUNCIL WINTER RETREAT
Brock Environmental Center
3663 Marlin Bay Drive
Bayside District
February 5-6, 2015
8:30 AM to 5:00 PM
2014 CITY HOLIDAYS
Christmas Eve (half-day) - Wednesday, December 24
Christmas Day - Thursday, December 25
1 CITY COUNCIL BRIEFINGS - Conference Room - 3:00 PM
A. IMPACT OF STUDENT HOMELESSNESS ON SCHOOL PERFORMANCE
Thaler McCormick, CEO ForKids
II. CITY MANAGER BRIEFINGS
A. RATING AGENCY CREDIT EVALUATIONS for Key Projects
Patti Phillips, Director, Finance Department
B. PENDING PLANNING ITEMS
Jack Whitney, Director, Planning Department
III. CITY COUNCIL LIAISON REPORTS
IV. CITY COUNCIL COMMENTS
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REVIEW
VI. INFORMAL SESSION
- Conference Room - 5:00 PM
A. CALL TO ORDER — Mayor William D. Sessoms, Jr.
B. CITY COUNCIL ROLL CALL
C. RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION
VI. FORMAL SESSION
- City Council Chamber - 6:00 PM
A. CALL TO ORDER — Mayor William D. Sessoms, Jr.
B. INVOCATION: Captain Duane Burleigh, Administrator
The Salvation Army
C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
D. ELECTRONIC ROLL CALL OF CITY COUNCIL
E. CERTIFICATION OF CLOSED SESSION
F. MINUTES
1. INFORMAL and FORMAL SESSIONS November 25, 2014
G. FORMAL SESSION AGENDA
1. CONSENT AGENDA
H. PUBLIC COMMENT
1. ARENA DEVELOPMENT
I. ORDINANCES/RESOLUTION
1. Resolution to REFER to the Planning Commission an Ordinance to AMEND the
Comprehensive Plan with Amendments to Chapter 4 (Princess Anne and Transition Area)
2. Ordinances re Schools:
a. ESTABLISH Capital Project and APPROPRIATE $12,198,743 in Reversion Funds
1. $ 516,300 CIP fund for the Green Run Collegiate Project
2. $11,682,443 to the School Reserve Special Revenue Fund to address:
a. Anticipated Operating Budget shortfall in FY 2016
b. Emergency expenditures of a non-recurring nature
c. Other fiscal emergencies
3. TRANSFER $1,095,712 re: Technology and Instruction:
a. $540,731 from the Operations and Maintenance to Technology
b. $335,921 from Instruction to Technology
c. $205,560 from Transportation to Technology
d. $ 13,500 from Administration to Instruction
3. Ordinances to ACCEPT and APPROPRIATE:
a. $150,000 from FY 2015 ECCS Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP) Grant re training
b. $2,000 from the Wireless Education Grant re State-sponsored conferences
c. $47,373 from the Maritime Forest Trust Fund re the Live Oak Program
d. $ 7,147 from the Living Shorelines Trust re living shorelines
4. Ordinance to TRANSFER $1,939,291 re Completed Capital Projects:
a. $1,084,291 City's Site Acquisition
b. $ 600,000 Repairs to the Collier Building
c. $ 255,000 Old Donation Center/Kemps Landing Magnet School
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CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH
AGENDA ITEM
ITEM: CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH — A Resolution Referring to the Planning
Commission an Ordinance to Amend the Comprehensive Plan by Adopting
Amendments to Chapter 4 (Princess Anne & Transition Area) of the Policy
Document Including the Description and General Issues Affecting
Development in the Transition Area, the Vision Statement, Development
and Design General Policies, Open Space and Recreation, Infrastructure,
Residential Development Policies and Nonresidential Development
Policies and an Ordinance to Amend the Transition Area Design
Guidelines and Incorporate Them by Reference into the Comprehensive
Plan Pertaining to General Physical Design Principles, Residential
Development, Design Character of Special Places in or near the Transition
Area, Glossary of Terms and Updated Trails and Open Space Network Map
MEETING DATE: December 2, 2014
• Background:
The agenda for the Planning Commission's November 12 Public Hearing
included proposed amendments to the Comprehensive Plan pertaining to the
Transition Area. Councilmember Henley requested that these amendments be
brought before the City Council as soon as possible after November 12. Staff
advertised these items for the City Council's December 2, 2014 meeting. To
meet the legal advertising requirements for the December 2, 2014 meeting, the
legal advertisement had to be submitted to the newspaper prior to the November
12 Planning Commission meeting.
• Considerations:
The Planning Commission, after considering the proposed amendments during
its November 12th public hearing, concluded that the amendments should be part
of the recently commenced process of reviewing and amending the
Comprehensive Plan. This process is expected to be completed in the Summer
of 2015. As a result, the Planning Commission indefinitely deferred the proposed
Transition Area amendments and did not provide any recommendation.
■ Alternatives:
As a result of the Planning Commission's deferral of these items, Council may
not act on these Ordinances today. The City Council may choose to allow the
proposed amendments to await consideration with the Comprehensive Plan
review or it may refer the amendments in writing to the Planning Commission in
accordance with Virginia Code Section 15.2-2229 and provide a deadline for the
Planning Commission to render a recommendation on the proposed
amendments. The attached Resolution would refer the amendments to the
CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH
REFER TO PLANNING COMMISSION
AMENDMENTS TO THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
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Planning Commission and require its action within 60 days should Council elect
to pursue that option.
• Attachments:
Proposed Resolution
Proposed Ordinance and amendments to the Comprehensive Plan
Proposed Ordinance and amendments to the Transition Areas Design Guidelines
Submitting Department/Agency: Planning Department
City Manager:
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1 A RESOLUTION REFERRING TO THE PLANNING
2 COMMISSION AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE
3 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN BY ADOPTING AMENDMENTS TO
4 CHAPTER 4 (PRINCESS ANNE & TRANSITION AREA) OF
5 THE POLICY DOCUMENT INCLUDING THE DESCRIPTION
6 AND GENERAL ISSUES AFFECTING DEVELOPMENT IN
7 THE TRANSITION AREA, THE VISION STATEMENT,
8 DEVELOPMENT AND DESIGN GENERAL POLICIES, OPEN
9 SPACE AND RECREATION, INFRASTRUCTURE,
10 RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT POLICIES AND
11 NONRESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT POLICIES AND AN
12 ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE TRANSITION AREA DESIGN
13 GUIDELINES AND INCORPORATE THEM BY REFERENCE
14 INTO THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN PERTAINING TO
15 GENERAL PHYSICAL DESIGN PRINCIPLES, RESIDENTIAL
16 DEVELOPMENT, NONRESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT,
17 DESIGN CHARACTER OF SPECIAL PLACES IN OR NEAR
18 THE TRANSITION AREA, GLOSSARY OF TERMS AND
19 UPDATED TRAILS AND OPEN SPACE NETWORK MAP
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21 WHEREAS, the public necessity, convenience, general welfare and good zoning
22 practice so require;
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24 WHEREAS, the Transition Area/Interfacility Traffic Area Citizens' Advisory
25 Committee has reviewed the Transition Area Design Guidelines ("Guidelines") and the
26 Policy Document of the Comprehensive Plan and has recommended revisions that are
27 reflected in the attached proposed revisions for the Transition Area; and
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29 BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH,
30 VIRGINIA:
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32 There are hereby referred to the Planning Commission, for its consideration and
33 recommendation, proposed amendments to the Transition Area Design Guidelines and
34 Chapter 4 of the Policy Document of the Comprehensive Plan, pertaining to the Transition
35 Area. A true copy of such proposed amendments is hereto attached.
36
37 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF VIRGINIA
38 BEACH, VIRGINIA:
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40 That the Planning Commission be, and hereby is, directed in accordance with
41 Virginia Code Section 15.2-2229 to transmit to the City Council its recommendation
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42 concerning the aforesaid amendments no later than sixty (60) days after the date of the
43 adoption of this Resolution.
Adopted by the City Council of the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia, on the day
of , 2014.
APPROVED PSS TO LEGAL SUFFICIENCY:
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City o ney's Office
CA13174/R-1/November 21, 2014
1 AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE COMPREHENSIVE
2 PLAN BY ADOPTING AMENDMENTS TO CHAPTER 4
3 (PRINCESS ANNE & TRANSITION AREA) OF THE
4 POLICY DOCUMENT INCLUDING THE DESCRIPTION
5 AND GENERAL ISSUES AFFECTING DEVELOPMENT IN
6 THE TRANSITION AREA, THE VISION STATEMENT,
7 DEVELOPMENT AND DESIGN GENERAL POLICIES,
8 OPEN SPACE & RECREATION, INFRASTRUCTURE,
9 RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT POLICIES AND
10 NONRESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT POLICIES
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12 WHEREAS, the public necessity, convenience, general welfare and good zoning
13 practice so require;
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15 WHEREAS, the Transition Area/Interfacility Traffic Area Citizens' Advisory
16 Committee has reviewed the Policy Document of the Comprehensive Plan and has
17 recommended revisions that are in keeping with their vision of the Transition Area; and
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19 WHEREAS, these revisions are reflected in the attached document entitled
20 "Revisions to 2009 Comprehensive Plan Policy Document, Chapter 4: Princess Anne &
21 Transition Area, November 2014"; and
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23 WHEREAS, the attached revisions to the Policy Document should be adopted as
24 part of the Comprehensive Plan.
25
26 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
27 VIRGINIA BEACH, VIRGINIA:
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29 That the Comprehensive Plan of the City of Virginia Beach be, and hereby is,
30 amended and reordained by:
31
32 The revision of the Policy Document as shown on the attached document entitled
33 "Revisions to 2009 Comprehensive Plan Policy Document, Chapter 4: Princess Anne
34 & Transition Area, November 2014." Such document is made a part hereof, having
35 been exhibited to the City Council and is on file in the Department of Planning.
36
37 COMMENT
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39 The ordinance amends the Comprehensive Plan by the adoption of the revisions
40 recommended by the Transition Area/ITA Citizens' Committee for the Transition Area.
41
42 Adopted by the Council of the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia, on this
43 day of 2014.
APPROVED AS TO CONTENT: APPROVED AS TO LEGAL SUFFICIENCY:
Planni i-partment
CA13146
R-3
November 21, 2014
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City Attorneys Office
Revisions to 2009 Comprehensive Plan Policy Document
Chapter 4: Princess Anne & Transition Area
November 2014
(Pages 4-1 et subseq. of the Policy Document: Text to be deleted is shown as &tril
added is shown as underlined. Maps to be inserted are noted in bold.) �' Text to be
CHAPTER FOUR - PRINCESS ANNE & TRANSITION AREA
chapter tour
PRINCESS ANNE &
TRANSITION AREA
p. 4-1 et subseq.
PRINCESS ANNE AND TRANSITION AREA
PRINCESS ANNE/TRANSITION AREA
➢ Quality Development
➢ Planned Mix of Public and Private Uses
➢ Exceptional Open Spaces
➢ Design with Nature
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PRINCESS ANNE & TRANSITION AREA
West Neck Creek Natural Area
USA Field Hockey - Sportsplex
Signature Golf Course
Princess Anne and the Transition Area ares strategically located below the 'Green Line,' between the more
Urbanized region Suburban Area of the City to the north and the rural arcs Rural Area to the south. This area
remains is an important component of the City's overall smart growth land use planning strategy. The 'Green
Line' is the boundary between the more densely populated and higher intensity urban and suburban land use
areas of the City to the north, which are intended to be served by a full range of public infrastructure and
services, and the less -populated lower density, recreational and rural areas to the south, which are
characterized by an abundance of natural resources, larger open spaces, including federal, state and local parks,
and the City's prime agricultural lands.
It is not the intent of this Comprehensive Plan for Princess Anne or the Transition Area to become part
of the urbanized area north of the Green Line. Nor is it intended that the Transition Area be limited to
the very low densities appropriate for Rural Area preservation.
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Princess Anne
Transition Area
OHistoric Princess Anne Center
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AICUZ Noise Zones
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Princess Anne & Transition Area
Princess Anne, shown on the next page, consists of what was, in prior Comprehensive Plans, the western
portion of the Transition Area and the North Princess Anne SGA. With the December 2005 amendments
to the Comprehensive Plan, this area was identified as being within the Interfacility Traffic Area (ITA)
high noise zone between NAS Oceana and NALF Fentress. One of the principal effects of this new
designation was to reduce the residential density to what could be achieved by -right with Agricultural
zoning (one unit per 15 acres), due to the incompatibility of residential uses in a high noise zone. A
second effect was an increase in the area owned by the City of Virginia Beach, as the City and U.S. Navy
began a program of purchasing property voluntarily offered to the City. Despite these land use
constraints, the City recognized unique opportunities in this area and developed the ITA and Vicinity
Master Plan to identify the vision for this it. The full ITA and Vicinity Master Plan can be found in the
online document library at www.vbgov.com/Planning.
The ITA and Vicinity Master Plan was prepared with effective community involvement to provide
planning policy guidance in the areas of land use, transportation, environmental stewardship,
infrastructure, public service delivery, economic vitality, Air Installation Compatibility Use Zone (AICUZ1
compatibility, housing and community design. Specific policies from this plan are provided later in this
chapter. The ITA and Vicinity Master Plan's implementation strategy states that the ITA, which is
regulated by the AICUZ Overlay Ordinance and associated zoning, is an integral part of Princess Anne.
The Master Plan's vision framework continues to move the Princess Anne area forward in a direction
that reflects the area's history, is sensitive to the environment, and acknowledges existing assets already
in place for those portions of this special area where the Comprehensive Plan was previously silent or
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without guidance. More recently adopted land use patterns have now made this area more compatible
with the operations of the airfields in the region. In furtherance of this goal, establishing the entirety of
the area addressed in the ITA and Vicinity Master Plan as "Special Economic Growth Area 4 (SEGA 4) -
Princess Anne" recognizes the land development constraints and economic opportunities associated
with this area's location within a military aircraft overfly zone.
Municipal Center - City Hall
Virginia Beach Ampitheater
More specifically, the ITA and Vicinity Master Plan vision prioritizes strengthening development nodes
along the Princess Anne Corridor. In areas where residential uses fall outside of restricted AICUZ zones,
vibrant mixed-use districts are envisioned where people can live, work, and recreate within walking
distance to services and gathering spaces. Because much of the development focuses on concentrated
uses, campus models can create a beautiful, interconnected character for the area. This tradition is
already present in the current Municipal Center, the North Princess Anne Commons, Sportsplex, Sentara
Hospital Complex, and College Campuses. The intent is to reinforce and infill these campuses and to
create new clusters and quadrangles for research and development, religious facilities, and incubator
and medical offices. There was strong support for integrating these centers for research and green
technologies. Thoughtful implementation of this vision will position SEGA 4 — Princess Anne and Virginia
Beach as a leader in sustainable urban edge economic development. Specific recommendations for
SEGA 4 — Princess Anne are presented later in this chapter.
In sum, the Princess Anne area of the City offers a unique opportunity for educational, entertainment,
recreational, habitat preservation, and quality economic development opportunities. The policies of this
Comprehensive Plan have been designed to ensure that Princess Anne continues to be a well-planned
area. It is a true jewel within Virginia Beach. The full ITA and Vicinity Master Plan can be found in the
online document library at www.ourfuturevb.com. In sum, the Princess Anne area of the City offers a
The remainder of the original Transition Area consists of the area bordered by lies to the east of Princess
Anne. It consists of approximately 5,900 acres and is bounded by Princess Anne and Sandbridge Roads
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along the 'Green Line' to the north, North Landing Road and the Princess Anne area border to the west
to the Princess Anne border, Indian River Road to the south, and New Bridge Road to the east. {Sec map
next page.) The Transition Area is impacted by AICUZ high noise zones to a lesser extent than Princess
Anne and the ITA and, therefore, is more suitable for a limited amount of residential development. It is
characterized by several high quality neighborhoods that include significant open space and recreational
areas, including City park facilities, golf courses, public trails, and equestrian centers. Commercial
development is primarily located at major intersections. Some lands remain under cultivation or in
minerals extraction. Approximately 30% of the Transition Area is City -owned parkland or contains soils
that are defined by the City Zoning Ordinance as being undevelopable. The area is served primarily by
rural roads, some of which are proposed to be improved over time, as indicated in the Master
Transportation Plan. Indian River Road is designated as a "State Scenic Byway" and is a recommended
"greenway" in the City's Green Sea Blueway and Greenway Management Plan. Public utilities are
intended to be extended through private development in a phased, orderly manner on a cost -
participation basis.
The western part of the Transition Area is bisected by the City -owned West Neck Creek Park corridor, a
major natural corridor. The eastern part of the Transition Area, east of Princess Anne Road, is low-lying
and prone to flooding from sheet flow, wind -driven tides, increasingly rising waters, and limited
drainage infrastructure. Hydric soils and a high water table limit development opportunities in this area.
The eastern edge of this area is close to the headwaters of Back Bay and the Back Bay National Wildlife
Refuge. Both the West Neck Creek Park corridor and Back Bay help define the Transition Area and
provide unparalleled amenities for those who reside in or visit the area for recreational purposes.
Canoeists in West Neck Creek Park Corridor
Transition Area Roadway Buffer and Public Trail System
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Transition Area Neighborhood
The vision framework for the Transition Area is a distinct place with inherently unique environmental
characteristics and constraints that must be carefully considered when designing for development.
Development policies for the Transition Area are not intended to be a continuation of the higher density
development patterns and form found in the Suburban and Urban Areas to the north. Rather, they
enable a more limited type of development, with its own development standards suitable to the
character of the Transition Area, where greater integration of natural resources and more open space is
planned to respect and protect the unique natural character of the area and to enable a true transition
into the Rural Area to the south.
Since the Transition Area is meant to serve as a buffer between the City's Suburban and Rural Areas, it
should provide an apparent visual shift from suburban development character and form to rural
development character and form as one travels from north to south. Therefore, development in the
Transition Area will reflect a noticeable transitional pattern with contiguous and unified open space
throughout, also in keeping with the accompanying Transition Area Design Guidelines, which are
adopted by reference as part of this Comprehensive Plan and are available in the online document
library at www.vbgov.com/Planning. These guidelines articulate a high quality, 'Rural Transitional'
design theme, unique to the Transition Area vision. The Transition Area policies and Design Guidelines
also support the Virginia Beach Outdoors Plan by emphasizing trail connectivity and emphasizing
preservation of open space, waterways, other natural resources.
Specific policies and general recommendations for the Transition Area are presented later in this
chapter.
north of the Green Linc. Nor is it intended that the Transition Area be limited to the very low densities
appropriate for rural growth.
Adopted land use patterns have now made this area more compatible with the operations of the
Comprehensive Plan was previously silent or without guidance. In furtherance of this goal, establishing
/l (SEGA 1) Princess Anne" recognizes the land development constraints and economic opportunities
associated with this area's location within a milita+y aircraft overfly
C-enwrehensive Plan have been designed to ens
recommendations.
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PRINCESS ANNE/TRANSITION AREA
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
Unless otherwise addressed in this chapter, proposed developments in these areas should conform to
the following planning recommendations designed for general application:
Continue the tradition of high quality development by adhering to the planning and design
principles cited in the 'Transition Area Design Guidelines'.
Adhere to a maximum average calculated density of one dwelling unit per acre, except where
otherwise recommended.
Cluster uscs in a creative manner to minimize impervious surfaces, protect open spaces and
optimize site amenity and design opportunities.
Recognize that, when completed, Nimmo Parkway will be the major cast west arterial roadway
in this area, transforming North Landing Road to a minor collector role.
berms, trees, buffers and trails to create safe, acce.rible and attractive roadway corridors and
internal green space.
r Design with nature by cr ating site plans that respect and showcase valued natural resources.
Use all available resources including those provided by the City's Historic Review Board and
Historic Preservation Commission as well as the Princess Anne County/Virginia Beach Historical
Society to preserve designated historic resources.
i- Efforts to retain these historic resources should be accomplished in a responsible and innovative
manner. The efforts include providing land use planning guidance and tax credit assistance to
owners of historic properties in order to help protect and preserve thc City's limited number of
valuable historic resources and surrounding open space areas.
Historical Register program and receive recognition for their contributions to our City's heritage.
Incorporate into all public and private development plans a well planned system of multipurpose
trails, greenways and other linkages, especially with regard to the Stumpy Lake Back Bay
Greenway, to implement the strategic goals of the adopted Outdoors Plan. This Plan is available in
the online document library at www.ourfuturevb.com.
Demonstrate that thc capacity of roadways and other infrastructure in the Transition Area can
adequately support the demand placed on them by discretionary development proposals.
the standards set for thc Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEEDTM)
'Certified' rating.
program and AICUZ provisions.
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SPECIAL ECONOMIC GROWTH AREA 4 (SEGA 1) PRINCESS ANNE
A majority of SEGA 1 Princess Anne is located between Princess Anne Road and Indian River Road. This
arca is divided into three parts: North Princess Annc Commons, Central Prince's Anne Commons, and
Indian River Road.
In January 2010, the City began work on a Master Plan for the Interfacility Traffic Area (ITA) and Vicinity.
As with other area plans, the process relied heavily on input from the public, property owners, business
community, City leadership, as well as the Navy. Although thc planning process was similar to that used
for the Strategic Growth Areas, the ITA and Vicinity is not a Strategic Growth Area and therefore should
not compete with economic development activity intended for the SGAs. Rather, this area is established
as Special Economic Growth Area 4 (SEGA 4) Princess Anne, recognizing thc land development
constraints and economic development opportunities associated with this area's location within a
military aircraft overfly zone. This arca will focus on providing locations for rural or campus Tike
development that may not be suitable in a more urban setting.
More specifically, the /TA and Vicinity Master Plan vision prioritizes strengthening development nodes
uses, campus models can create a beautiful, interconnected character for the area. This tradition is
already present in the current Municipal Center, thc North Princess Anne Commons, Sportsplex, Sentara
inforce and infill these campuses and to
and medical offices. There was strong support for integrating these centers for research and green
technologies. Thoughtful implementation of this vision will position SEGA 4 Princess Annc and Virginia
Breach as a leader in sustainable urban edge economic development.
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SPECIAL ECONOMIC GROWTH AREA 4 (SEGA 4) - PRINCESS ANNE
DESCRIPTION
The ITA and Vicinity Arca Special Economic Growth Area 4 (SEGA 4) — Princess Anne includes the actual ITA,
which spans the area between NAS Oceana and NALF Fentress, as well as additional surrounding areas
including the northwest corner of Princess Anne Commons east of the Green Line, the undeveloped area
north of the Green Line, and most of the Princess Anne Historic and Cultural District to the east.
Special Economic Growth Area 4 (SEGA 4) — Princess Anne
SPECIAL ECONOMIC GROWTH AREA 4 (SEGA 4) — PRINCESS ANNE: GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
Special Economic Growth Area 4 (SEGA 4) — Princess Anne was designated as a SEGA, recognizing the
land development constraints and economic development opportunities associated with this area's
location within a military aircraft overfly zone. This area will focus on providing locations for rural or
campus -like development that may not be suitable in a more urban setting. While recognizing that some
land use adjustments are appropriate to accomplish strategic public outcomes and adapt to changes to
implement the Oceana Land Use Conformity program, proposed developments within SEGA 4 - Princess
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Anne should adhere to the following general recommendations, unless otherwise addressed in this
chapter:
➢ Strive to achieve 50% open space with extensive connectivity throughout ITA and Vicinity
➢ Protection of most sensitive land
➢ Residential development limited to areas outside of AICUZ restricted areas
➢ Mixed use town center style development in the Municipal Center and Historic/Cultural
District
➢ Low -impact campus style development for work, education, research, recreation and worship
(remainder of ITA and Vicinity Area)
➢ Guidelines for building types to ensure appropriate quality and character
➢ Expansion of suburban infrastructure in northern but not southern part of ITA and Vicinity
Area south of Indian River Road
• Development remains limited along existing unimproved infrastructure
Potential for extension of mass transit service to Princess Anne Commons and the Municipal
Center
SEGA 4 — Princess Anne is divided into several subareas: North Princess Anne Commons/Princess Anne
Commons, Central Princess Anne Commons, South Princess Anne Commons, Historic Princess Anne
Center, Interfacility Traffic Area, Municipal Center, Historic/Cultural District, Princess Anne Corporate
Park, Brown Farm Area, and Sustainable Laboratory Services.
Princess Anne
Transam Area
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0 lntertaugty Traffic Area (ITA)
AICUZ Nose Zones
Proposed Southeastern Parkway
SPECIAL ECONOMIC GROWTH AREA 4 (SEGA 4) - PRINCESS ANNE
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The location of North Princess Anne Commons is primarily located southwest of the intersection of Rosemont
Road and Dam Neck Road, east of the single-family residential development of Salem Lakes, north of Landstown
Road, and encompassing the Virginia Beach National Golf Course.
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r Integrate carefully planned landscaping and open spaces.
The design of new or improved roadways located within or approaching this Center must reflect
exceptional quality in keeping the character of this historic area.
Improve mobility by limiting roadway access points along arterials and adhere to the
recommendations of the Princess Anne Corridor Study (document available in the online
document library at www.vbgov.com/Planning).
Direct private access to Princess Anne Road will not be permitted except when the property in
question has no other reasonable access to the circulation system as it is part of the City's
Access Controlled road network, identified on page 6-8.
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INTERFACILITY TRAFFIC AREA
The Interfacility Traffic Area (ITA) is a product of the Hampton Roads Joint Land Use Study and the City's
Oceana Land Use Conformity program. The ITA was created in 2005 to address land use compatibility
issues associated with frequent overflights of military jets in this part of the City. The boundary of the
ITA generally overlaps 'The Princess Anne Commons' and includes portions of the Transition Area
impacted by noise zones at or greater than 65 DNL. The planning policies affecting the ITA have been
carefully written to achieve compliance with the provisions of the City's adopted Oceana Land Use
Conformity program.
The entire Interfacility Traffic Area is subject to certain development limitations due to jet noise
restrictions and must be carefully planned to achieve a coherent and compatible land use pattern. Of
the roughly 4400 acres within this special area, less than half are developable due to the presence of
water, wetlands, existing development or other constraints.
The Southeastern Parkway is planned to traverse the ITA in a northeast to southwest direction and will
include interchanges at Princess Anne and Indian River Roads.
INTERFACILITY TRAFFIC AREA RECOMMENDATIONS
In addition to the General Recommendations for the Transition Area, see below, the following specific
recommendations apply to the Interfacility Traffic Area:
Adhere to the provisions of the Oceana Land Use Compatibility and AICUZ programs that
include:
• Limiting maximum residential density to that allowed 'By right' under existing zoning.
• Promote business growth that aligns with the City's economic growth strategy and conforms to the
Oceana Land Use Conformity program.
• Promote acquisition of land from willing sellers along the corridor of the North Land River
and its tributaries to protect valued natural resources and increase participation in the
Navy's 'Encroachment Partnering' program.
r Properties within the Interfacility Traffic Area located south of the proposed Southeastern
Parkway that front on Princess Anne Road are planned for office, educational, institutional
and other AICUZ compatible uses. Parcels should be consolidated to provide more attractive,
well planned, and efficient use of land. Such unified development should utilize reverse
frontage access with internal roadway links to existing points of access on Princess Anne Road
or, where available, by connecting to other tracts of land that afford access to Nimmo
Parkway. No new access points to Princess Anne Road are recommended for properties that
develop in this unified fashion.
• Complete right-of-way acquisitions needed to build the Southeastern Parkway.
Ensure that future infill uses within the Princess Anne Commons complement the activity and
quality of existing public venues.
• Direct private access to Nimmo Parkway or Princess Anne Road will not be permitted except
when the property in question has no other reasonable access to the circulation system as it is
part of the City's Access Controlled road network, identified on page 6-8.
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MUNICIPAL CENTER
The Municipal Center provides the opportunity for development that is not affected by the AICUZ
restrictions. By capitalizing on this opportunity and introducing the potential for infill development, a
variety of options is created.
➢ Capitalize on historic character and buildings in the Municipal Center
➢ Create structured parking decks to free land for development
➢ Line streets and spaces with new mixed use buildings to create a consistent pedestrian network
➢ Introduce a mix of residential units into the district to enliven the complex around the clock and
provide attainable housing for City workers
Cumulative infrastructure impacts must be studied and the Capital Improvement Program
amended for more intense development than what is considered in the Program Capacity
Program Capacity:
• Potential for 300,000 square feet of new office space for mixed-use or flexible government
space
Municipal Center - City Hall
Municipal Center — Court Complex
HISTORIC/CULTURAL DISTRICT
There is a strong desire to restore and reinforce the district's historic character. Buildings are evaluated
to determine whether renovation and reuse is feasible, and efforts are made to keep historic buildings
when possible.
Historic Princess Anne Courthouse
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> Capitalize on historic character and buildings on North Landing Road
> Focus parking behind buildings
> Line streets and spaces with low-rise mixed use buildings of two and three stories
> Focus attention on appropriate streetscaping elements to enforce the historic character
including street lamps, planters, benches, and other elements
> Develop consistent architectural character using Virginia precedents such as Williamsburg
> Restore and reuse the Buffington House as a public or private community amenity
> Preserve Courthouse building
Program Capacity:
Small footprint infill buildings along Princess Anne Road and North Landing Road
Princess Anne Road in Historic/Cultural District - concept
New development (retail and residential infill) in
Historic/Cultural District - concept
PRINCESS ANNE CORPORATE PARK
Princess Anne Corporate Park supports ancillary uses to the medical and research institutions nearby in
Princess Anne Commons and provides an opportunity for health and wellness related businesses.
> Provide office and commercial development potential
> for the City of Virginia Beach
> Group buildings along streets and place parking behind to improve the quality of the pedestrian
experience
Employ landscaping and sustainable stormwater management techniques to "green" the
development and link it to the trail and open space framework
Cumulative infrastructure impacts must be studied and the Capital Improvement Program
amended for more intense development than what is considered in the Program Capacity
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Program Capacity:
Potential for City -led development of two million square feet of office, research and light
industrial space
Strive to achieve 50% open space
Multidisciplinary focus
Aerial view concept - Princess Anne Corporate Park south of Princess Anne Road
BROWN FARM AREA
The farm formerly owned by the Brown family provides opportunity for institutional (e.g., church), retail,
and office uses in a series of campuses centered around a town square. Development preserves open
space and maintains a rural character.
> Determine the appropriate level of development within the Transition Area of the City
> Allow for development of a new church and accompanying school and recreation fields
➢ Tailor development patterns to types of users which fit market demand for this piece of land
Cumulative infrastructure impacts must be studied and the Capital Improvement Program
amended for more intense development than what is considered in the Program Capacity
Extension of West Neck Parkway and Nimmo Parkway
"Town Square" for church, retail, and office space
Strive to achieve 50% open space
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Program Capacity:
➢ Office and Research Campuses
➢ 75 acres: Church, schools, and athletic fields
➢ 200 acres: Campus development (potential for 2 million square feet)
➢ 244 acres: Open space and roads
Concept aerial view - Brown Farm Area in ITA
SUSTAINABLE LABORATORY AND SERVICES
This 'Green Village' supports public and private uses, education, and civic groups focused on
sustainability efforts. The area brings high profile research jobs and presence, helping reinforce Virginia
Beach's image as a green city.
➢ New location for City Waste Management facility on Dam Neck Road
➢ Create a 'green village' with leasable space for green technology providers
➢ Encourage sustainable education and research
➢ Cumulative infrastructure impacts must be studied and the Capital Improvement Program
amended for more intense development than what is considered in the Program Capacity
Program Capacity:
Potential for 100 acres for transfer station, storm debris, and biofuel facility
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Concept aerial view of Sustainable Laboratory Services Area in the ITA
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Special Economic Growth Area (SEGA 4) — Princess Anne — Conceptual aerial view
Source: !TA & Vicinity Master Plan
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TRANSITION AREA
-residential neighborhoods that include significant open space ares. Much of the Transition Arca ha,
The policies for the Transition Area support the Urban and Suburban Areas growth pattern goals and
redevelopment opportunities in the area to the north above the Green Line, and the Rural Area
preservation goals affecting the area to the south, below Indian River Road. The Transition Area policies
also support the goals of the Southern Watershed Area Management Plan, the Green Sea Blueway and
Greenway Management Plan, and the City's AICUZ zoning regulations. Furthermore, the policies
support an appropriate mix, intensity and scale of high quality, residential and non-residential
development, while sustaining our agricultural industry in this area and to the south. All open space
areas should be connected by trails to provide for a continuous open space system throughout the
Transition Area. All development in the Transition Area should be considered relative to its impact on
current and planned infrastructure and to other discretionary development proposals.
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TRANSITION AREA: GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
To enable the vision framework and policies for the Transition Area, all new development and
redevelopment in the Transition Area should adhere to the following general recommendations and the
Transition Area Design Guidelines.
Development & Uses:
• Development should be creative and of high quality.
• Uses should be limited to low -impact, low-density residential, low -intensity non-residential,
open space and recreational, and agricultural, including row -crop farming and equestrian uses.
• Uses should necessitate limited roadway improvements (e.g., turn lanes).
• For residential development, a maximum average calculated density of up to and no more than
one unit per developable acre can be earned through demonstrated conformance with the
Transition Area Design Guidelines.
Minimum lot sizes of 15,000 square feet are preferred. Lots sizes less than 15,000 square feet
are appropriate if additional active open space location recommendations as set forth in the
Design Guidelines are incorporated into the site design.
Non-residential uses should be neighborhood -serving, scaled to support the needs of nearby
residential neighborhoods, users of the Transition Area's open space and recreational areas, and
agricultural users.
➢ Non -Residential uses should be limited to major roadway intersection locations.
➢ Development within floodplains is strongly discouraged.
➢ Ensure all development proposals conform to the provisions of the Oceana Land Use Conformity
Program and AICUZ provisions in the Zoning Ordinance, the Southern Watersheds Area
Management Plan and Ordinance, and all other applicable development regulations.
Design Principles:
Design with nature using low -impact development techniques and creative design to minimize
impervious surfaces, protect natural resource areas and open spaces, address stormwater
management requirements, and optimize site amenities.
Open space should be deliberately included and designed as a site amenity in all development.
Stormwater management techniques should be designed as site amenities and retention areas
and should not be isolated behind buildings.
Protect historic structures and sites and incorporate them into site design, either through
preservation or adaptive reuse. Such extant structures and sites are reminders of the rural
heritage and character of this part of the City.
➢ Residential and non-residential use design should reflect a "Rural Transitional" architectural
theme (refer to the Transition Area Design Guidelines for examples).
When developing in proximity to a designated "Special Place" (e.g., Municipal Center, Historic
Nimmo Church, Pungo Village, and the Ecological Awareness Center at Back Bay), incorporate
design elements that are prevalent in that Place to ensure compatibility (refer to Transition Area
Design Guidelines for "Special Place" locations and descriptions).
For residential development, parcel consolidation is encouraged for residential development to
enable larger development sites that can be designed creatively.
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Transition Area Neighborhood
Neighborhood -serving business with context -sensitive
design
Transition Area Business
Neighborhood -serving retail in Historic Nimmo Church
area
Non-residential site design should focus on providing an attractive streetscape view into the site
from the roadway.
Parking areas should be situated behind or on the side of buildings and should incorporate
landscaping throughout the parking areas to enable bio -retention of stormwater runoff.
Signage should be complementary in scale and style to the use, constructed of high quality and
long-lasting materials, and externally -illuminated.
Fencing should be of an open style to create or maintain a sense of open space throughout the
Transition Area.
Open Space and Recreation:
For residential development, 50% of the developable area should be designed to provide a
balance of both "active" and "passive" open space areas, which should be clearly designated,
respectively, on the development plan.
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For non-residential development, 30% of the developable area should be designed as open
space and clearly designated on the development plan. Such open space should not be limited
to stormwater management facilities.
A well-planned system of multi-purpose public trails should be included in all development to
provide non-vehicular mobility, recreational opportunities, and connectivity to the larger
Transition Area Open Space and Trails Network. A balance of both "primary" and "secondary"
trails should be provided and clearly designated on the development plan.
p Open space and recreational areas, trailway design and connections should be designed to help
implement the Transition Area Open Space and Trails Network and the goals of the City of
Virginia Beach Outdoors Plan and the City's Green Sea Blueway and Greenway Management
Plan.
p Roadway buffers should be designated along selected roadways (as shown on the "Transition
Area Open Space and Trails Network Master Plan" in the Transition Area Design Guidelines),
containing both landscaping and a primary public multi-purpose trail within a public access
easement, to provide for screening of development and to promote trail connectivity
throughout the Transition Area. These buffers may be used for open space and residential
density calculations.
Residential open space design
Roadway Buffer with Primary Trail
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Infrastructure:
Availability and adequacy of public infrastructure is paramount. Discretionary development
should occur only if the public infrastructure is capable of supporting it, which may necessitate
phased development over time, concurrent with implementation of the City's Capital
Improvement Plan (CIP). Note: Many roads in the Transition Area are presently 2 -lane rural
roads. Improvements are contingent on necessity and sufficient capital funding.
- Connection to public sanitary sewer and water is preferred. However, if a parcel is proposed to
be served by a private septic system or an alternative on-site sewage system (AOSS), ensure that
the lot area is of sufficient size and soil suitability to install a replacement system in case of
original system failure.
➢ Public utilities service extension should be incremental and in an orderly fashion.
➢ Development should respect the Master Transportation Plan by providing reservations or
dedications for planned road improvements.
➢ Incorporate stormwater management into project design according to state stormwater
management regulations. Use a systems approach to stormwater management, incorporating a
range of stormwater management techniques. Wherever feasible, consider multi -site or
regional stormwater management facilities and design them as site amenities.
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1 AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE TRANSITION AREA
2 DESIGN GUIDELINES AND INCORPORATE THEM BY
3 REFERENCE INTO THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
4 PERTAINING TO GENERAL PHYSICAL DESIGN
5 PRINCIPLES, RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT,
6 NONRESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT, DESIGN
7 CHARACTER OF SPECIAL PLACES IN OR NEAR THE
8 TRANSITION AREA, GLOSSARY OF TERMS AND
9 UPDATED TRAILS AND OPEN SPACE NETWORK MAP
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11 WHEREAS, the public necessity, convenience, general welfare and good zoning
12 practice so require;
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14 WHEREAS, the Transition Area/Interfacility Traffic Area Citizens' Advisory
15 Committee has reviewed the Transition Area Design Guidelines ("Guidelines") and has
16 recommended revisions that are in keeping with their vision of the Transition Area; and
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18 WHEREAS, these revisions are reflected in the attached document entitled
19 "Transition Area Design Guidelines, City of Virginia Beach 2014"; and
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21 WHEREAS, the previous document entitled "Transition Area Design Guidelines,
22 February 23, 2003" should be repealed, much of the document has been reformatted
23 and combined with the document entitled "Transition Area Design Guidelines, City of
24 Virginia Beach 2014"; and
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26 WHEREAS, the attached amendments to the Transition Area Design Guidelines,
27 City of Virginia Beach 2014, which are the repeal of the Transition Area Design
28 Guidelines, February 23, 2003 document and the adoption of the Transition Area
29 Design Guidelines, City of Virginia Beach 2014, should be adopted and the Transition
30 Area Design Guidelines City of Virginia Beach, 2014 should be incorporated by
31 reference into the Comprehensive Plan.
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33 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
34 VIRGINIA BEACH, VIRGINIA:
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36 That the Transition Area Design Guidelines, February 23, 2003 are repealed and
37 the Transition Area Design Guidelines, City of Virginia Beach 2014 be and hereby are,
38 adopted and incorporated into the Comprehensive Plan of the City of Virginia Beach,
39 which is hereby amended and reordained by:
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41 The revisions of the Transition Area Design Guidelines as shown on the attached
42 document entitled "Transition Area Design Guidelines, City of Virginia Beach 2014" and
43 the incorporation of the Transition Area Design Guidelines, City of Virginia Beach 2014
44 into the Comprehensive Plan. Such document is made a part hereof, having been
45 exhibited to the City Council and is on file in the Department of Planning.
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49 The ordinance deletes the previous Transition Area Design Guidelines and adopts the
50 Transition Area Design Guidelines by the adoption of the revisions recommended by the Transition
51 Area/ITA Citizens' Committee for the Transition Area. Such revised Guidelines are also hereby
52 incorporated into the Comprehensive Plan.
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54 Adopted by the Council of the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia, on this
55 day of , 2014.
COMMENT
APPROVED AS TO CONTENT:
PlavA �jiepartment
CA13147
R-5
November 21, 2014
APPROVED AS TO LEGAL SUFFICIENCY:
City Attorney's Office
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Transition Area
Design Guidelines
City of Virginia Beach
Adopted by City Council
February 23, 2003
WHERE 15 THE TRANSITION AREA?
North and the rural area South.
Approximately 11,360 acres make
ximately 9,600 acres remaining.
Geographic boundaries are Priv
ce:r Anne Koad to the North, Indian
River Road to the South, the 1 00 year
floodplain boundary to the Last and an
election borough boundary to the West.
See appendix {or larger version of Tran
sition Arch maps.)
Transition Area - Existing Conditions
WHAT 15 THE VISION FOR ThE TRANSITION AREA?
Larger open spaces
Consolidation of parcels provide more
smaller parcels
Connected corridors (connectivity of land uses,
Should be wider buffers of open space
Include both vehicularand non vehicular
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Provide wildlife movement
Incorporate wetlands
Acknowledge flood Mains
Incorporate where poxiblc SWM (storm water man
Aerial view ofTransition Arra
ment plan.
Interesting topographical relief (ex. mature tree stands,
hedge rows, land features)
Larger, regional SWM areas where conservation
management practices arc not applicable.
rrimarily Open Space
Lower overall defined residential density
Located active recreation areas and
Pasive areae
and/ or mixed use
Incorporate thematic architecture
Small farming in ar as
Roadways transition heading south
Roads narrow/ views open up
Space opens up to a village center amidst
green backdrop
Aerial view of Transition Arc
WI -I EIKE ARE DESTINATION CENTERS IN THE TRANSITION
AREA?
Identification of five distinct destination nodes. Each Node contributes unic1ue design
characteristics and its own brand of architecture and landscaping. (see Transition Area
Destination Center Map in appendix.)
Princess Anne Common.
Princess Anne Commons consists of primarily City owned land cncompa;s-ing a wide
turc styles (Refer to Princess Anne Commons Design
The aesthetic character of Princess Anne Commons
Center. The proposed South -astern Parkway bi
sects these two nodes.
Princess Anne Commons is defined
as a place to Live, Learn, work and Pay.
Components that make up Princes Anne
Commons are recreational areas and edu
cational areas.
Virginia beach 5portcplex
IV/um-a-pal Center
Tkc Municipal Center of Virginia 5 ch is centrally,ocatcd within the Courthouse
historical and Cultural District. The primarily Neo Georgian buildings are arranged in a
to the manicured grounds. Some transitional architecture is
the historic courtkow.-,e. This, transitional style can work if
scale and building materials arc compatible. The ,urrounding
and large trees which evokes a forgotten time in our city's,
heritage.
Annc Courthouse is a two story structure of Flemish bond brick
rrince..,c Anne Courthouc
ticulated cornice. !Preserving the character around the courthouse section of the Municipal
Center is retaining the shady tree lined approaches to the historic site. The cro,sroads
Anne Koad and North
Koad are to be preserved by maintaining the present scale
and buildings relationship to the street. The use of brick remains the dominant character of
the Municipal Center while wood siding is apparent on most of the older homes in the area.
home at the Municipal Center
A/Immo-Center
Nimmo Center is located in a h,storical and Cultural
home at the Municipal Center home at the Municipal Center
f,hould remain w ooclecl. These woods protect the feeling of rural
character that is part of the significance of this church as well as
Immo Churck
Nimmo United Methodist Church is a two story wood
frame structure with wood clapboard siding. This church con
ornamentatio-n. De,r-ite
by alterations and additions, Nimmo Church's- important rura-k
country character is desirable as a buffer from suburban cicvel
opment to the north.
Development in this ar should not be of Georgian
influence since the Church is not of this style. brick should
weeel-c-4614r-ame building. No new building sho-bi
than the gable end of the church to allow the steeple to bc
viewed. Contemporary or traditional buildings that arc
compatible in scale and materials are acceptable.
rung° Center
rung° Centcr is located at a rural
cro,sroads community with convenience stores,
Nimmo Church
in this small commercial node, Mt/ tore
this area. Slops should be brought to the road
with parking in the r ar to encourage pcdcs
trian activity. Landscaping with native plant ma
terials.
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namentation. The arly to mid twentieth centura
craftsman cottage and the small bungalow type
dwellings in this area depict residential architecture
primarily found in the rungo Center. The rung°
craftsman style dwelling.
rung. Grill
Ecologz
"cal Awareness Center
The
ogical Awareness Center is proposed as a gateway to somc.
of the city's natural heritage areas. building designs in this ar a could be repro
sented as early 1 200's Lodges that
The horn Point Club, photo
on right, located in rural Virginia
ick would 6c an example. The
loclge is a two :_-,tory wood structuro
with a flared gambrel roof and flared
front gable dormers.
horn Point Club
Examples of other lodges used in the 1930's are seen in photos below.
Palle Cape Club
Punto Hunt Club
WHAT 15 IMPORTANT WHEN PLANNING A DEVELOPMENT
WITH IN THE TRANSITION AREA?
When nlannin9 a development in the Transition Area think of the importance of three cote
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Transition Area Matrix. (5ee appendix for matrix.)
NATURAL
RESOURCES
d.
" ated fields, and related features.
Evaluative Principles
velopmcnt provides a unie1ue character to the cite.
potential owners a Blimp e of the natural heritage
of the land.
to offer. Preserve and integrate into the overall pro
ject the natural resource amenities located on the site
you are interested in developing.
and new developments that conserve oxen space and
beauty of nature.
Strive to achieve 5O% of the developable ar for
open space utilizing existing natural resource, where
oxo rible.
Forez,ted land.
Wetlando
cultivated Farmland
AMENITY
An amenity within the Transition Area is a fe-a--
ture that increases the attractiveness or value of
the site consistent with the goals and objectives
Evaluative Principles
what is the amenity within the project
Address whether the amenity is to be visu
hlly or operationally available to those who
do not own property in the development.
nent that allows either active or passive rec.
reation. (Multi purpose trails can be both
for passive or active use but connectivity is
important when designing any trail system.).
on the site can asst in creating an amenity
f-e•F-Fc5icient5 and visitors to enjoy. However,f the natural resources on the site are not
provements to the site can be created to en
'lance the physical appearance.
To assist in creating a complete linkage
tivity linking any open space and/or ameni
ties between this development and adjacent
existing or future developments,
DESIGN
Design within the Transition Area is the crea +e+}
or execution in an artistic or highly skilled manner
consistent with the goals and objectives of the
Comprehensive Plan for the Transition Area.
Evaluative Principles
5torm Water Manas;cmcnt
features arc needed, incorporate into the development in a
way that they serve as amenities
protect natural resources.
the development as a means of providing a wide street
front scenic buffer.
is a m -ans to providing a primarily open space
development.
as expressed in the Comprehensive Plan.
Storm m.,na�zm i nt
KES1DENT1ALDESIGN GUIDELINES
Residential Design within the Transiti n Area sh uld
dem nstrate a change fr m the design f resident a!-
deve� pment n rth f the Grccn Linc.
Residential Development
to strive to achieve 50% of developable area for open
these design guidelines and the matrix.
eFee-t-e-14gh 9uality neighb rh cls which allokv
varying I is sizes with n 1 t size minimum. When
dcvcl pablc acrc sh uid be earned based up n
ErtreIity 1 dcsign using the matrix.
Active adult c mmunities arc cnc uraged
and sh uId be treated di{-Ferently.
Design with nature, making a special c{ -f rt
t preserve and sh wcase significant
environmcntal resourccs.
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ledger ws, primer farmland, hist ric structures r
f=inally, plan y ur r ads and trail system.
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dcvel pmcnt. when designing the 1 cal r ads. Plan
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NON KESIDENTIALDESIGN
GUIDELINES
t -,e Transition Area b(, T it y-iould not be like the
non residential north of the Green Line. The following
sections address non residential development .
Commercial Development
Commercial development within the Transition
Area should be thought of as Neighborhood Serving
Centers. Development within the Transition Are-a7
doesnot allow for big box commercial es tablis-iments.
nee -s o{ a limited residential population.
The characteristics of the land, the site location,
and type of residential development plan play a part in
the choices of how to locate the commercial center. or
example, if the residential development is planned as
neo traditional, then c.,tabli,,h the neighborhood
Winter within the development to provide
their cars.
f the development's design does not allow for
pedestrian circulation then the commercial should be
an intersection of collector streets.
franchise development should respect the
acterand should be
compatibility with the surrounding neighborhood.
Wherever the commercial development occurs
connectivity with the trail system planne- e
anch r s that provide significant presence t a defined arca. Office space
out m bile trips and can cnc urage a pedestrian experience.
verlap parking r recreati nal activities.
level pment. The use f brick as a main building material n the buildings •.rte
the campus' mix f tracliti nal buildings and c ntemp rary designs. A m ref rmal
enc urage pedestrian activity.
se dcvel pmcnt within the Transition Area requires a mixture f
What m rc can be done?
■ Ordinance change,
■ Qvcr1a9 ,
• ARP
■
Outdoors Plan
■
Otilit,9 infrastructure policcR
• CIF
GLOSSARY or TERMS
Arterial K ad.
Maj r An intracity r interrcgi nal r adway that c nvcys traffic between activity centers. Maj r
Capital Impr vement rr gram (Cin A cl cumcnt adopted each May that identifies all of the city's
C nditi nal Use Land uses that by their nature can have an undue impact up n r be inc mpatible with tiler
uses f land within a given z Hing district. These uses, listed in the City Z ning Ordinance, may be
allewed-to be within given designated districts under the c ntr Is, limitati ns and regulatio o
c nditi nal use permit.
protection of the community.
C Ilect r K ad A r ad that carries m Berate traffic volumes and is classified between arterials and I cal
streets. It als pr vides acce✓ t abutting pr perty.
Density.
Gr s The t tal number f dwelling units divided by the t tal level gable land area, as defined by
Secti n 20 Idle City Z ning Ordinance.
Net The t tal number f dwelling units divided the level pable area remaining after pen space areas
have been deducted.
Lnvir nmcntal C nservati n Areas An area c nsisting f tidal and n n tidal wetlands, er diblc s ils, f and
among other envir nmentally valuable areas.
Lnvir nmentally Sensitive Area An area with one or more f the foil wing characteristics.
1. SI Fes m re than twenty percent,
2. Ll dplain,
3. 5 ils cleasiCicd as have a high water table,
di. 5 ils classified as highly erodible, subject t cr si n or highly acidic,
7. 5tr am corridors,
$. Lstuariec,
9. Mature stands f native vcgctati n,
la Ac1uifer recharge and discharge arcas.
M. dplain
,100 year St rm event) A federally defined, ge graphic area used f r fl d insurance and other
Gateway A specially designed entryway to an area f particular interest or character.
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Mist ric and Cultural Res urce Architecture, structures, sites, r arche 1 gical characteristics, {ten 5 years
hydricr5 it A s iI that is saturated, fl Jed, r h Ids a small b el, f water that f rms a p ncl I ng en ugh
1mpervi us Surface A surface that d es n t all w the absorpti n of water. Typical examples include paved
parking I ts, streets, r ofs, pati s, driveways. Impervi us surface is usually calculated as a rati t total
estimate fan area's potential p Ilutant I ad.
Land Lise A descripti n f h w land is ccupied r used.
Land use C mpatibility The ability of ne land use t exist within r adjacent to another land use with ut
nuisance for either use.
Land Use, Planned uses that are sh wn n the C mprekcnsive Man Map f r a
articular Ye graphic ar o.
undevel ped site.
Level f 5ervice A 9ualitative measurement f the level of traffic congesti n n a r adway, based n vehicle
L cal R ad A r ad that pr vides direct acce,,c, t abutting pr perties and is characterized by 1 w traffic vales
and I w speeds.
Natural heritage Kes urces Kare, threatened r endangered species and their habitat, rare r significant (by
Virginia Department f Natural Kcs urccs standards) natural c mmunitics rge 1 gic sites, and similar
features f scientific interest benefiting the welfare f the citizens f the C mm nwealth.
Natural Kes urce A term used t describe the existing natural elements relating t land, water, air, plant and
Parkway An exprea way with full r partial control of acce: c, designed in a "parklike" (landscaped) setting.
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the c mmunity's c mprehensive plan.
(N te. "urban public facilities" are usually distinguished fr m "rural public facilities" by their ability t
cuPrieFtgreater intensity f level pment and significantly higher c sts. Typical cxamples _L «.._ban
Kecrcati n.
Active Kccrcoti n re9uiring mental c ncentrati n r active physical participate n, such as rganizcd
sp its events.
Pa✓ive Activities re9uiring a limited am unt f physical exertion. ra,,sivc rccr ati n is m rc closely
wildlife refuges.
Ketenti n r nd A p nd, p I, r basin used f r the temp rary st rage f st rrmwatcr run ff, which has a
permanent water imp undment r wet p I.
residential and thcr c mparable rural uses.
Scenic buffer An aesthetic open space r view c rriclor pr viding visual relief between tw r more activities r
5trip C mmcrcial Devel pment Linear and c ntinu us retail and service devcl pmcnt typically I sated al ng
arterial roadways.
jt rmwater Management A c mprehensive pr gram designed t administer, design, peratc, maintain, enf rcc,
sediment c ntr I.
• _ _ _ , f land use principles whcrc an ar a is characterized by a s mewhat gradual
and rderly change in land use. The purpose f using transitional land use is t reduce the adverse
f land c nflict with each ther.
L rban Service Area The area n rth f the Green Linc where the city pr vides public facilities t supp
urban dcvel pment.
Virginia beach Outd rs Plan This document presents the City's plan t create a c mprehensive system f r
utd r recreate n and natural res urces. The Outd rs Plan defines the City's Phil s phy regarding
Wetlands The term is. applied t th se areas where. the s itis rdinarily saturated with water, r where the
d minant plant c mmunity is ne r m rc f th se species designated by the (I 5. Army C rps f
r "n nvegctated wetlands." Wetlands can be cla✓ified as.
peri die fl ding by cean driven tides.
hurricanes or tropical storm tides.
5� 5c. ti n2 i the City Z ning Qrdinance and the dcfiniti n f wctland.s in jecti n
Placement, cpacingand .size {land and buildings.
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Allowable maximum residential density for any rezoning in the Transition Area under
the policies of the Comprehensive Plan is 1 unit per acre. The maximum density can
be achieved through adherence to the Evaluative Criteria provided below and further
explained in the Design Guidelines for the Transition Area.
Each section of the Evaluative Criteria below ties to the Design Guidelines through
the graphic icon at the top of the section. For further guidance on the respective
section of the Matrix, turn to the page of the Guidelines that has the corresponding
graphic icon.
Staff will `score' the proposed development for its consistency with the Evaluative
Criteria below. The scores are then totaled and the total is `plugged' into the formula
below to determine the recommended maximum density for the development.
Evaluative Criteria
Total
Comments
Natural Resources
Degrees to which the project
preserves and integrates into the
overall project the natural
resource amenities on the site.
Amenity
Nature and degree of the
amenity
Design
Degree to which the project
incorporates good design into the
project
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
TOTAL:
TOTAL / 11 possible points
TOTAL/11 "0.5=
Line (C) + 0.5 du/acre =
(E) Line D * total
developable acres ( ) =
Line A --total number of points from the worksheets on the following pages.
Line B --total divided by the total number of possible points, which is 11
Line C --total from Line B multiplied by 0.5, which is the amount between the baseline density of 0.5 dwelling
units per acre and the possible 1 dwelling unit per acre (du/ac).
Line D --total from Line C added to 0.5 du/ac (the baseline density) to obtain the maximum density for the site.
Line E --total from Line D multiplied by the number of developable acres on the site, thus providing the
maximum number of units for the site.
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1 Natural Resources
`Existing forests, wetlands, meadows, cultivated fields, and
related features
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Total
a)
Are natural resources protected?
YES ❑ (0 to 1
point)
Comments:
NO _ (0 points)
b)
Are natural resources integrated into project?
YES i (0 to 1
point)
Comments:
NO 1 (0 points)
NATURAL RESOURCES TOTAL
Insert in appropriate box on page 1
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2) Amenit
A feature that increases the attractiveness or value of the site
consistent with the goals and objectives of the
Comprehensive Plan for the Transition Area.
a.
Total
a) Is the amenity, if present, visually or
operationally available to those who do not
own property in the development?
YES ❑ (0 to 1
point)
Comments:
NO _ (0 points)
b) Does the amenity consist of recreational
components?
YES ❑ (0 to 1
point)
Comments:
NO - (0 points)
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c) Are improvements made that provide visual
physical access to the natural resources on
the site OR are improvements made to create
or
YES ❑ (0 to 1
point)
a new amenity to the property?
Comments:
NO : (0 points)
d) Is there connectivity linking any open space
and/or amenities between this development
and adjacent existing or future developments?
YES ❑ (0 to 1
point)
Comments:
NO 1 (0 points)
AMENITY TOTAL
Insert in appropriate box on page 1
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ian
Creation or execution in an artistic or highly skilled manner
consistent with the goals and objectives of the
Comprehensive Plan for the Transition Area.
Total
a) Are natural or manmade water features
incorporated into the development in a way
that they serve as amenities?
YES ❑ (0 to 1
point)
Comments:
NO (0 points)
a) Is there an attempt to integrate the amenities
as an integral part of the overall
development?
YES (Oto1
point)
Comments:
NO 5 (0 points)
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c) Does the development retain or create views
or scenic vistas that can be seen from the
road?
YES ❑ (0 to 1
point)
Comments:
NO -, (0 points)
d)
Is a mixture of lot sizes and the clustering or
massing of homes used to achieve a primarily
open space development?
YES ❑ (0 to 1
point)
Comments:
NO 1 (0 points)
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e) Does the development use roadway and "hard
infrastructure" that is appropriate for its
design? Is it consistent with the vision and
recommendations of this area as expressed
the Comprehensive Plan?
in
YES ❑ (0 to 1
point)
Comments:
NO - (0 points)
DESIGN TOTAL
Insert in appropriate box on page 1
TABLE OF CONTENTS
PURPOSE AND LOCATION 3
DEVELOPMENT AND USES 5
DESIGN PRINCIPLES 7
SPECIAL PLACES IN THE TRANSITION AREA 14
Municipal Center 14
Nimmo 16
Pungo 17
Environmental Education Center at Back Bay 20
OPEN SPACE AND RECREATION 22
INFRASTRUCTURE 27
APPENDICES 28
Appendix A Map 29
Appendix B Matrix 30
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1. PURPOSE AND LOCATION
Purpose
The purpose of this document is to provide development and design guidance in
conformance with the vision and land use policies for the Transition Area of the
Comprehensive Plan. Through encouraging innovation and creativity in the appropriate
design of new development and redevelopment for buildings and sites, the objective is that
all development in this unique area of the City will be respectful of its natural heritage,
historical legacy and sensitive to its environmental value. This will result in a pleasant,
supportive built environment reflective of the traditional rural development patterns of
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Virginia Beach in its physical form and appearance. These design guidelines apply to all
proposed development and redevelopment, unless specified, to enable the means by which
development can comply with the vision for the Transition Area as set forth in the
Comprehensive Plan.
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Location
The Transition Area lies east of Special Economic Growth Area 4 - Princess Anne. It consists of
approximately 5,900 acres and is bounded by Princess Anne and Sandbridge Roads along the
'Green Line' to the north, North Landing Road and the Princess Anne area border to the west to
the Princess Anne border, Indian River Road to the south, and New Bridge Road to the east. The
Transition Area serves as a unique land use area buffering the low density Rural Area from the
more densely developed Suburban Area. It does this by promoting development patterns and
policies that are limited in scope and designed according to specific standards. Development
will be encouraged to aggregate density in areas served by adequate roads and public utilities
and to reduce density in environmentally sensitive areas. By employing creative planning and
techniques, these development
guidelines will provide a
pattern that emphasizes
flexible community planning
with a greater integration of
open space and natural
resources that respect and
protect the unique natural
character of the area, enabling
a true transition into the Rural
Area to the south. In so doing,
the vision will be fulfilled that
the Transition Area not be a
continuation of the higher
density development patterns
and forms found in the
Suburban and Urban Areas to
the north.
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Agriculture and Residential Uses along Seaboard Road north of Indian River Road
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2. DEVELOPMENT & USES
2.1 Development should be creative and of high quality.
2.2 Uses should be limited to low -
impact, low-density residential,
low -intensity non-residential,
open space and recreational, and
agricultural, including row -crop
farming and equestrian uses.
Low -intensity uses along West Neck Road
2.2.a. Development abutting agricultural operations should locate protective buffers
between the proposed development and the agricultural land. These buffers should
be at least 50 feet in width. The first 25 feet closest to the agricultural operations
should be heavily planted with a mixture of grasses and low growing indigenous
shrubs. The remaining 25 feet near the proposed development should be planted
with a double row of trees with a minimum caliper of one and one half (1 %2) inches
and should be centered no more than thirty feet apart. Such trees should be
indigenous and consist of a mixture of 25% deciduous and 75% evergreen to screen
as necessary or to provide scenic vistas. Seasonal changes and foliage color should
be thought of when selecting planting materials.
Agricultural buffer near Princess Anne Road
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2.3 Uses should require limited roadway improvements (e.g., turn lanes).
2.4 Residential development can earn a maximum average calculated density of up to and no
more than one unit per developable acre through a demonstrated conformance with the
Transition Area Matrix. Minimum lot sizes of 15,000 square feet are preferred. Lots sizes
less than 15,000 square feet may be appropriate if the following additional consideration is
given to active open space are met. Please see Section 4.xx for the definition of active
space.
Distance to active open space should be located within one-half (.5) mile of
every dwelling lot.
r Each lot should be located to maximize views of the open space.
Lots should be of various sizes and arranged in a contiguous manner so as to
maximize remaining land for use as open space or preservation of natural
features.
2.4.a. Flag lots should be provided, where warranted, to advance the purpose of the vision
of the Transition Area, taking into consideration the size of the lots within the
subdivision, existing or future tree cover and other pertinent characteristics relating
to the need for rural residential privacy and open space. Driveways serving flag lots
should have appropriate widths and pavement types (e.g. fire truck access).
2.4.b. The opportunity for agricultural, equestrian and similar compatible rural activities as
part of the residential development should be maximized.
(Insert suitable illustration as an example)
2.4.c. Fragmenting or dividing remaining farmland and open space into small parcels should
be avoided.
2.5 Non-residential uses should be neighborhood -serving, scaled to support the needs of
nearby residential neighborhoods, users of the Transition Area's open space and
recreational areas, and agricultural users.
2.5.a Neighborhood -serving center should be located so that the design of its site can
integrate the surrounding characteristics of the land and the residential development
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pattern. The site design should provide residents the opportunity and convenience of
non -vehicular access within the development such as walking instead of being limited
to getting into their cars. Regional -serving destination uses should be avoided because
of the additional burden on the local transportation network of rural roads.
2.6 Non -Residential uses should be limited to major roadway intersection locations.
2.7 Development within floodplains is strongly discouraged.
2.8 Ensure all development proposals conform to the provisions of the Oceana Land Use
Conformity Program and AICUZ provisions in the Zoning Ordinance, the Southern Rivers
Ordinance and all other applicable development regulations.
3. DESIGN PRINCIPLES
3.1 Design should be with nature using low -impact development techniques and creative
design to minimize impervious surfaces, protect natural resource areas and open spaces,
address stormwater management requirements, and optimize site amenities.
3.1.b. In those cases where development is proposed within areas of existing tree cover,
design the placement of buildings and driveways so as to save and protect as many
trees and other significant environmental features as possible.
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East entrance to Villages of West Neck with existing tree cover
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agricultural features, such as premier
farmland, field patterns, and historic
structures that recall the rural heritage are
encouraged and should be incorporate into
the design of entrances and other prominent
3.2 Open space should be deliberately included and designed as a site amenity in all
development. (See more under Section 4 Open Space
and Recreation of this document.)
3.2.a. Preservation of interesting landscape features
and scenic viewsheds, such as mature tree
stands, natural areas, waterway corridors,
wetlands, water features, hedgerows; and
areas in the development.
Preservation of an interesting feature as a
trail for residents of Eagles Nest Community
3.3 Stormwater management techniques should be designed as site amenities and retention
areas and should not be isolated behind buildings.
Stormwater management as an amenity in Heritage Park
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Rural Transitional is defined as featuring certain architectural treatments that take cues
from local farm buildings, hunting clubhouses and other examples that reflect the
architectural heritage and agrarian character of southern Virginia Beach, and that
demonstrate a change from the design of development north of the Green Line.
Architectural features may include large, open wraparound porches, pitched roof lines,
3.3.a. Open space may be designed to address stormwater management, but it should not
be limited to stormwater management facilities
Open space used for stormwater management in Mathews Green
3.3.b. Undeveloped wooded areas, retention ponds, bio -retention areas, and wetlands may
be used for stormwater management. However, in all cases, they should be
preserved or designed as amenities.
3.4 Historic structures and sites should be protected and incorporated into site design, either
through preservation or adaptive reuse. Such extant structures and sites are reminders of
the rural heritage and character of this part of the City.
3.5 Residential and non-residential use design should reflect a "Rural Transitional" architectural
theme.
3.S.a
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cross -gabled, front gabled or front -to -back main gabled roof forms and detached or
side -loading garages. Beyond these architectural features, the Rural Transitional theme
extends to building materials, site design and landscaping forms that are reflective of
the existing traditional rural character. This transitional style can work if scale and
building materials are compatible. Examples of Residential and Non -Residential Rural
Transitional can be found below.
3.5.b Replicas of historic designs should be avoided since they diminish significance of the
originals. Architectural themes such as "Coastal" or "Beach" are generally not
appropriate.
i. Residential Design - Houses should be arranged and streets should be aligned in
ways that create or adapt to the natural setting and are not limited to a typical
regimented grid -like urban pattern. Homes should be designed to convey a sense
of outward connection to the land and community by facing streets and other
homes. This connection should be enhanced by providing attractive landscaping
between the streets and home sites, frame open spaces, and robustly screen
development along major streets and road frontages. Typically have a roof form to
the front and a partial or full -width frontporch.
Examples of Residential Rural Transitional Architecture
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This example of early 20th Century
vernacular, located on Princess Anne
Road and south of Sandbridge Road,
presents simple features in a four
square style. While not limited to this
style, contemporary designs
tastefully evoking these features
would fit within the concept of rural
transitional.
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Examples of contemporary designs with selective rural design features
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Home in Mathews Green with a large, open wraparound porch with
simple railings. standing seam roof, appropriately proportioned
dormers, and wood clapboard style or similar siding
Example of a contemporary design with rural
architectural treatments of front -gable roof,
full -width open front porch. and horizontal
siding
Example with front-qabled roofs, simple porch columns, bracketed eaves and horizontal siding
at gable ends
Homes in Ashville Park
Example of a Victorian farmhouse design that is not overly adorned with decorations.
appropriate proportioned wrap around porch. and window grids facing the public street
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i. Non -Residential Design - Development should be designed to complement the
surrounding rural character in terms of size, scale, architecture, and selection of
materials. It should not be like the non-residential development north of the
Green Line.
ii. Buildings should be kept low in scale, a maximum of 2 stories, and should have a
footprint of no more than 10,000 square feet. Clusters of free-standing small
shops and offices that encourage pedestrian movement over vehicular
movement or front on a central green are also appropriate.
iii. Building exteriors should express architectural fenestration.
iv. Buildings can be made visually interesting and compatible by the use of setbacks,
traditional building material and architectural features like projections and
varying rooflines of dormers and overhangs.
v. Visible roof forms (hips, gables, and gambrels, etc.) commonly present on small-
scale rural office and commercial structures are encouraged. Flat roofs are
generally not appropriate.
vi. Building construction should adhere to sound environmental principles that
include energy-efficient design.
vii. Franchise development should respect the community character and should be
designed for compatibility with the surrounding neighborhood.
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Examples of Non -Residential Rural Transitional Architecture
Near the Nimmo Center on Princess Anne Road - Example of franchise development
with compatible materials and design featuring arches, pitched roof, and clapboard
style siding
Rainbow Station on Sandbridge Road - Example of a simple form based architecture with strong roof lines
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Non -Residential uses on North Landing Road exemplifying specific rhythm to the building facade featuring a full -width
open inviting front porch with simple porch columns
3.6 When developing in proximity to a designated "Special Place" (e.g., Municipal Center,
Historic Nimmo Church, Pungo Village, and the Ecological Awareness Center at Back
Bay), design elements should be incorporated that are prevalent in that Place to ensure
compatibility).
3.6.a. There are four distinct Special Places that link with the Transition Area. Each
place contributes unique design characteristics and its own architecture and
landscaping style.
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Municipal Center - The Municipal Center of Virginia Beach is centrally located within the
Courthouse Historical and Cultural District. Its primary contributing historic resource is
the Old Princess Anne County Courthouse. Constructed during 1823, the two-story
structure of Flemish bond brick with a denticulated cornice has a hipped roof of slate
tile and Tuscan columns that stand two stories to support the front portico. Preserving
the character around the historic courthouse section of the Municipal Center requires
retaining the shady tree lined approaches to the historic site. The crossroads character
of this courthouse and the adjacent commercial at the intersection of Princess Anne
Road and North Landing Road should be preserved by maintaining the present scale and
buildings relationship to the street.
Old Princess Anne County Courthouse
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Contributing structure adjacent to the Old County Courthouse
Other styles of architecture found in
this area are primarily Neo -Georgian
buildings arranged in a campus style
along grid streets that give a more
formal approach to the manicured
grounds. Some transitional
architecture is introduced at the
opposite end of the municipal campus
from the historic courthouse. This
transitional style can work if scale and
building materials are compatible.
Richard Kellam House
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Example of Neo -Georgian style near the Municipal Center
The use of brick remains the dominant
character of the Municipal Center while
wood siding is apparent on most of the
older homes in the area. The surrounding
residential character comes from the
expansive front yards and large trees which
evokes an earlier time in our city's heritage
as exemplified in this photograph.
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Nimmo Center
Nimmo Center is located in an Historical and Cultural District and contains one of the
first post -revolutionary churches established in the area as well as one of the oldest
Methodist churches in continuous use today. Nimmo United Methodist Church is a two-
story wood frame structure with wood clapboard siding. This church consists of an open
nave plan with a projecting steeple and little ornamentation
Nimmo Church from an earlier time
Steeple of Nimmo Church
Despite its federal style having been obscured by alterations and additions, Nimmo
Church's important rural country character is
desirable as a buffer from suburban
development to the north. Development in
this area should not be of Georgian influence
since the Church is not of this style. Brick
should not be the dominant material in this
area since the church is a wood clad frame
building. No new building should be taller
than the gable end of the church to allow the
Nimmo Church modified with additions
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steeple to be viewed. Contemporary or traditional buildings that are compatible in
scale, form, massing, and materials are acceptable. All existing wooded areas should
remain wooded. These woods protect the feeling of rural character that is part of the
significance of this church as well as act as buffers to the development that is occurring.
Pungo Center
Pungo Center is a rural crossroads community with convenience stores, gas stations, an
antique store, and restaurants. Munden's Store best represents the original rural
character of this area and is an example of the vernacular tradition found in southern
Virginia Beach. This style relies on simple forms with little or no ornamentation.
f
Undated photograph of Munden's Store seen from Princess Anne Road
J1 rung°
Downtown. S
Sign feature of Munden's Store
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Window treatment feature of
Munden's Store
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Undated photograph of Munden's Store seen from Indian River Road
Residential architecture primarily found in the Pungo Center is depicted by the early to
mid -twentieth century craftsman cottage style of the small bungalow type dwellings
found in this area. Located on Princess Anne Road is an example of a mail order
craftsman style dwelling. As shown in the illustration and photograph below, this home
is identified as an Aladdin
Readi-Cut kit home dating back
to 1919.
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Aladdin Plaza as shorn, in 1919 Aladd-n catalog
Undated photograph of house design by Aladdin Readi-Cut
called "The Plaza" located on Princess Anne Road
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To enhance the historic nature of Pungo Center, shops should be brought to the road
with parking oriented behind buildings away from Princess Anne Road or screened if
located on the side of buildings. Access points from the roadway should be minimized
and, where possible, combined. Locating parking in the rear can also encourage
pedestrian activity. Further encouragement can come from reducing setbacks to allow
direct connections between sidewalks and storefront entrances. These connections
should provide safe and attractive pedestrian connections and a continuous link
throughout the center with a minimum of vehicular conflict points. While there is no
one particular dominant style in this small commercial/residential place, the scale,
proportion and general character of buildings should evoke a design vocabulary
reminiscent of turn of the century architecture. Commercial uses should include
bungalow -style architectural elements of low-pitched gabled roofs, decorative brackets
under the gables, wide, overhanging eaves with exposed rafters, incised porches
beneath the main roof, handcrafted stone or woodwork. The dominant residential look
should complement the Craftsman -style bungalows by using the existing Aladdin Readi-
Cut kit home as an example. All landscaping should be with designed with native plant
materials.
Example of porch columns found
in Punqo Center
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Examples of architectural detail of overhanging eaves found in Punqo Center
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Environmental Education Center at Back Bay
The Environmental Education Center at Back Bay
is proposed as a gateway to some of the city's
natural heritage areas. The Back Bay National
Wildlife Refuge, as part of their Comprehensive
Conservation Plan (CCP) dated September 2010,
proposes to construct a new headquarters, visitor
center, and environmental education center to
be located at the corner of New Bridge and Sandbridge Road that comprises
approximately 61.5 acres. In addition, this center will have a multi-purpose trail system
that will allow for wildlife observation, photography, and self -guided and personal
service interpretation via interpretive displays. Once this new facility is built, it would
become the primary environmental
education facility. This proposed public w -r-°
Ecological
Awareness
',Center
use area is expected to serve more than
150,000 visitors annually. To
accommodate this new center, a
realignment of New Bridge Road is
11,.% wIstite
ana :.silo, Cone
proposed. This location would be --
centrally located to all Refuge property
and assets and would address a concern
that facilities should be more accessible
to the public and closer to the center of
town. The current office would be
maintained and improve as a primary
visitor contact facility and possible gift
store.
This illustration. taken from page G-1 of the CCP's
Appendix G. Conceptual Plan, provides an aerial view of
the proposed Environmental Education Center
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Building designs in this area could be represented as early 1900's Lodges that were
common in this area. Examples of lodges used in the 1930's are seen in photos below.
False Cape Club
Punqo Hunt Club
3.7 For residential development, parcel consolidation is encouraged for residential
development to enable larger development sites that can be designed creatively.
3.8 Non-residential site design should focus on providing an attractive streetscape view into the
site from the roadway.
3.8.a Development should be screened with substantial setbacks with landscaping berms,
trees, buffers and trails. When located along arterial roadways, screening should be
designed along the road with parkway or greenway features that are heavily
landscaped, or retain existing natural features that provide a scenic view from the
roadway.
3.9 Parking areas should be situated behind or on the side of buildings and should incorporate
landscaping throughout the parking areas to enable bio -retention of stormwater runoff.
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3.9.a. With appropriate design and site placement, shared parking arrangements between
uses can be realized.
Example of parking area situated on the side landscapinq incorporated to enable bio-
ret4ention of stormwater runoff
3.10Signage should be complementary in scale and style to the use, constructed of high quality
and long-lasting materials, and externally -illuminated.
3.11 Fencing should be of an open style to
create or maintain a sense of open
space throughout the Transition Area.
Examples of preferred fence styles
Example of a fence style that is not preferred
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4. OPEN SPACE AND RECREATION
4.1 For residential development, 50% of the developable area should be designed to provide a
balance of both "active" and "passive" open space areas, which should be clearly
designated, respectively, on the development plan. Open space should be designed in
accordance with the definitions below and clearly designated on the plan.
4.1.a Active Open Space: Space that is programmed for active use, such as neighborhood
parks, playgrounds, community pools, clubhouses / community centers, ball fields or
other play fields, golf courses, historic structures open to the public, and exercise,
biking or horse riding trails. It should be useable, visible and easily accessible from
residences by multi-purpose trails or sidewalks.
4.1.b. Passive Open Space: Can include environmentally -sensitive areas (stream corridors,
Passive open space in Mathews Green
formerly used for borrow operations and filled
estuaries, wetlands, mature
tree stands of native
vegetation/undeveloped
woodlands, aquifer recharge
areas, floodplains, soils
classified as having high water
tables, soils classified as highly
erodible, land incapable of
meeting percolation
requirements, and land
with water), agricultural uses, and
scenic vistas. Where appropriate, walking trails can be located within passive open
space areas. Passive open space may be designed to address stormwater
management.
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4.1.c. Development plans should designate open space as
The maintenance responsibility for each facility
should be established prior to construction.
Public designation refers to facilities to be used
for a bona fide public purpose conducted by a
public agency through ownership or by
easement. Private designation refers to facilities
to be used and operated for the benefit of
members of an incorporated or unincorporated
association for a community, such as an
homeowners association, and not open to the
general public.
active, passive, public, or private.
PRESER\Al1ON
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Designated open space in Mathews Green
4.1.d. Land for open space purposes should be
protected through the use of a variety of legal instruments, such as deed restrictions,
appropriate zoning classifications, protective easements or transfer to a stewardship
agency (e.g. foundations or conservation groups), or through some other appropriate
means.
4.1.e. Active open space should be integrated throughout the development for ease of
access and use and not isolated.
4.1.f. Open space can be designed to include public plazas and public art.
4.2 For non-residential development, 30% of non-residential of the developable area should be
designed as open space and clearly designated on the development plan. Such open space
should not be limited to stormwater management facilities.
4.2.a. Parking lot landscape islands should not be considered open space.
4.3 A well-planned system of multi-purpose public trails should be included in all development
to provide non -vehicular mobility, recreational opportunities, and connectivity to the larger
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Transition Area Open Space and Trails Network. A balance of both "primary" and
"secondary" trails should be provided and clearly designated on the development plan.
4.3.a. Primary Trails — Public asphalt trails within roadside buffer areas. A public easement
will be required to be dedicated only if the buffer area is not dedicated to the city.
Primary trails are maintained by the city.
Primary frail on Seaboard Road
4.3.b. Secondary Trails — Public asphalt trails located on property owned by Home Owner
Associations (HOA) or other neighborhood ownership entities within a development.
A public easement will be required to be dedicated to the City. The easement
agreement states that maintenance of secondary trails is the responsibility of the
HOA or other neighborhood ownership entity.
4.3.c. Non—residential development should be connected to other non-residential areas
and residential areas via multi- purpose trails to encourage non -vehicular mobility
throughout the Transition Area.
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4.3.d. Multi-purpose trails should connect residential areas as well as connect to non-
residential areas in order to enhance non -vehicular mobility.
4.4 Open space and recreational areas, trailway design and connections should be designed to
help implement the Transition Area Open Space and Trails Network Master Plan and the
goals of the City of Virginia Beach Outdoors Plan and the City's Green Sea Blueway and
Greenway Management Plan (see Appendix B "Transition Area Open Space and Trails
Network Master Plan").
•
Muti-purposedt ail within a roadside buffer providing connectivity to a residential area.
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4.4.a When developing adjacent to the West Neck Creek Natural Area, design elements,
such as multi-purpose trail connections and observation decks, should be
incorporated that allow opportunities for enjoyment of what this area has to offer
while being sensitive to its environmental characteristics.
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Page 28 of 40
4.5 Roadway buffers should be designated along selected roadways (see Appendix B "Transition
Area Open Space and Trails Network Master Plan"), containing both landscaping and a
primary public multi-purpose trail within a public access easement, to provide for
screening of development and to promote trail connectivity throughout the Transition
Area. These buffers may be used for open space and residential density calculations.
4.5.a For Residential Development, the buffer should be designated on the development
side and have a width of 150 feet with robust landscaping.
150 foot buffer and primary trail on Seaboard Road
4.5.b. For Non -Residential, a 50 -foot buffer with robust landscaping should be designated
along selected roadways
Non -Residential Buffer along Sandbridqe Road
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5. Infrastructure
5.1 Availability and adequacy of public infrastructure is paramount. Discretionary
development should occur only if the public infrastructure is capable of supporting it,
which may necessitate phased development over time, concurrent with implementation
of the City's Capital Improvement Plan (CIP). Note: Many roads in the Transition Area
are presently 2 -lane rural roads. Improvements are contingent on necessity and
sufficient capital funding.
5.2 Connection to public sanitary sewer and water are preferred, However, if a parcel is
proposed to be served by a private septic system or an alternative on-site sewage
system (AOSS), the lot area should be of sufficient size and soil suitability to install a
replacement system in case of original system failure.
5.3 Public utilities service extension should be incremental and in an orderly fashion
5.4 Development should respect the Master Transportation Plan by providing reservations
or dedications for planned road improvements.
5.5 Stormwater management should be incorporated into project design according to state
stormwater management regulations. A systems approach to stormwater management
could be used, incorporating a range of stormwater management techniques. Wherever
feasible, consider multi -site or regional stormwater management facilities and design
them as site amenities.
Examples of stormwater management
facilities designed as an open space
amenities
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APPENDICES
10/27/2014
APPENDIX A
ITransition Area Matrix
1
Allowable maximum residential density for any rezoning in the Transition Area under the
policies of the Comprehensive Plan is 1 unit per acre. The maximum density can be
achieved through adherence to the Evaluative Criteria provided below and further
explained in the Design Guidelines for the Transition Area.
Each section of the Evaluative Criteria below ties to the Design Guidelines through the
graphic icon at the top of the section. For further guidance on the respective section of the
Matrix, turn to the page of the Guidelines that has the corresponding graphic icon.
Staff will 'score' the proposed development for its consistency with the Evaluative Criteria
below. The scores are then totaled and the total is 'plugged' into the formula below to
determine the recommended maximum density for the development.
Evaluative Criteria
Total
Comments
Natural Resources
Degrees to which the project preserves
and integrates into the overall project
the natural resource amenities on the
site.
Amenity
Nature and degree of the amenity
Design
Degree to which the project
incorporates good design into the
project
(A) TOTAL:
(B) TOTAL/ 11 possible points
(C) TOTAL / 11* 0.5 =
(D) Line (C) + 0.5 du/acre =
(E) Line D * total developable acres ( ) =
Line A -- total number of points from the worksheets on the following pages.
Line B -- total divided by the total number of possible points, which is 11
Line C -- total from Line B multiplied by 0.5, which is the amount between the baseline density of 0.5 dwelling
units per acre and the possible 1 dwelling unit per acre (du/ac).
Line D -- total from Line C added to 0.5 du/ac (the baseline density) to obtain the maximum density for the site.
Line E -- total from Line D multiplied by the number of developable acres on the site, thus providing the
maximum number of units for the site.
Page 1 of 7
11 Natural Resources
Existing forests, wetlands, meadows, cultivated fields, and
related features
— '-
\;`
Total
a)
Are natural resources protected?
YES - (0 to 1
point)
Comments:
NO ❑ (0 points)
b) Are
natural resources integrated into project?
YES 1 (0 to 1
point)
Comments:
NO ❑ (0 points)
NATURAL RESOURCES TOTAL
Insert in appropriate box on page 1
Transition Area Matrix
Page 2 of 7
2 Amenit
A feature that increases the attractiveness or value of the
site consistent with the goals and objectives of the
Comprehensive Plan for the Transition Area.
Total
a)
available
development?
Is the amenity, if present, visually or operationally
to those who do not own property in the
YES (0 to 1
point)
Comments:
NO ❑ (0 points)
b)
components?
Does the amenity consist of recreational
YES ' (0 to 1
point)
Comments:
NO ❑ (0 points)
Transition Area Matrix
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Transition Area Matrix
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c) Are improvements made that provide visual or
physical access to the natural resources on the
site OR are improvements made to create a new
amenity to the property?
YES -. (0 to 1
point)
Comments:
NO ❑ (0 points)
d)
and/or
adjacent
Is there connectivity linking any open space
amenities between this development and
existing or future developments?
YES - (0 to 1
point)
Comments:
NO ❑ (0 points)
AMENITY TOTAL
Insert in appropriate box on page 1
Transition Area Matrix
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3) Design
Creation or execution in an artistic or highly skilled
manner consistent with the goals and objectives of the
Comprehensive Plan for the Transition Area.
----14V
Total
a)
incorporated
serve
Are natural or manmade water features
into the development in a way that they
as amenities?
YES ❑ (0 to 1
point)
Comments:
NO ❑ (0 points)
a) Is there an attempt to integrate the amenities as
an integral part of the overall development?
YES ❑ (0 to 1
point)
Comments:
NO ❑ (0 points)
Transition Area Matrix
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c)
scenic
Does the development retain or create views or
vistas that can be seen from the road?
YES 1 (0 to 1
point)
Comments:
NO ❑ (0 points)
d)
Is a mixture of lot sizes and the clustering or
massing of homes used to achieve a primarily
open space development?
YES ` (0 to 1
point)
Comments:
NO ❑ (0 points)
Transition Area Matrix
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e)
infrastructure"
consistent
area
Does the development use roadway and "hard
that is appropriate for its design? Is it
with the vision and recommendations of this
as expressed in the Comprehensive Plan?
YES ❑ (0 to 1
point)
Comments:
NO (0 points)
DESIGN TOTAL
Insert in appropriate box on page 1
Transition Area Matrix
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•
•
APPENDIX B
o Pkwy V-A-CIP 2.121.000
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t/c with Alex re Town Center Phases V and VI (11/30/2014)
JKS met with Lou and Zieders. Zieders asked why are my costs going up and AH's not.
Lou wants relief from the RA. Alex said only through a council vote.
Two issues, how do we calculate credit. This relates to the fact that both the AH spent more on
the improvements in Phase V than contemplated, wants credit for this additional value. Alex
thinks we are in agreement that he should get credit for that. This is consistent with the
expectation approved by Council and would not require further Council action. We need to draft
something that clarifies this issue.
Second, AH wants credit for the Zeider's improvements, which will be non-taxable. Also wants
credit for the expenses he incurred in making improvements to block 12 (Guadalahara space).
Alex has made clear that this would be inconsistent with what council approved and would
require going back.
Lou may choose not to close on the Phase V parking garage until Phase 6 is approved so as to get
out of the note and personal guarantee for the RA.
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CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH
AGENDA ITEM
ITEM: An Ordinance to Establish Capital Project 1-005, Green Run High School
Collegiate Renovations, and to Appropriate FY 2013-14 School Reversion Funds
MEETING DATE: December 2, 2014
• Background: On September 16, 2014, the School Board was presented a
summary of the un -audited financial statement for FY 2013-14 in which $15,554,787
lapsed and reverted to the City's General Fund; however, there is a shortfall of
$3,356,044 in the Revenue Sharing Formula, leaving a net balance of $12,198,743
available for reversion. In the past, City Council has appropriated such funds to the
School System. Under City Council policy, this funding is used for one-time rather than
on-going obligations.
Additionally, in 2003 at the request of the School Board, the City Council approved an
ordinance which established in the City's accounting structure the "Special Revenue
Fund - School Reserve" or the 098 Fund. At that time, the City Council was provided a
School Board Policy, 3-28, describing the purposes of the 098 Fund (the "Policy"). The
Policy provides the purpose of the fund is to allow the School Board to be "in a better
position to respond to: 1) unexpected shortfalls in state or federal revenues; 2)
emergency expenditures of a nonrecurring nature that would not have been anticipated
at the time of preparation and adoption of the School Operating Budget; 3) unusual and
critical need to fund the subsequent fiscal year's operating budget shortfall; or 4) other
fiscal emergencies." The Policy provides a limitation of "up to two (2) percent of the
previous year's School Operating Budget, may be placed into this Fund".
As of June 30th 2014, the School Reserve Special Revenue Fund had an un -audited
balance of $16,616,685 of which $16,000,000 was appropriated as part of the FY 2014-
15 Operating Budget for Schools. This leaves a balance of $616,685 in the 098 Fund.
• Considerations: At its November 1811h meeting, the School Board adopted a
resolution requesting the reversion funds totaling $12,198,743 be re -appropriated for
the following:
o $516,300 to the newly established CIP 1-005 Green Run High School Colligate
Renovations; and
o $11,682,443 to the School Reserve Special Revenue Fund to address: (1) the
anticipated operating budget shortfall in FY 2016; (2) emergency expenditures of
a non-recurring nature; and (3) other fiscal emergencies.
If City Council appropriates the $11,682,443 to the School Reserve Special Revenue
Fund, the amount in the Fund will be Tess than the two percent provided by the Policy.
• Public Information: Public information will be provided through the normal
Council agenda process.
• Attachments: Ordinance; School Board Resolution (Adopted November 18,
2014); Ordinance Establishing the Special Revenue Fund — School Reserve (Adopted
November 4, 2003); School Board Policy 3-28.
Submitting Department/Agennccy:ViVirginia Beach City Public Schools
City Manager'
111
VIRGINIA BEACH CITY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
AHEAD OF THE CURVE
School Administration Building #6, Municipal Center
2512 George Mason Dr.
P. O. Box 6038
Virginia Beach, VA 23456
(757) 263-1000
MISSION STATEMENT
The Virginia Beach City Public Schools, in partnership with the entire community,
will empower every student to become a life-long learner who is a responsible,
productive and engaged citizen within the global community.
School Board of the City of Virginia Beach
Daniel D. Edwards, Kempsville, Chair
William J. Brunke, IV, Princess Anne, Vice Chair
Beverly M. Anderson, At -Large
Emma L. "Em" Davis, Lynnhaven
Dorothy M. "Dottie" Holtz, At -Large
Joel A. McDonald, Rose Hall
Bobby Melatti, At -large
Sam Reid, Beach
Elizabeth E. Taylor, At -Large
Leonard C. Tengco, Centerville
Carolyn D. Weems, Bayside
Aaron C. Spence, Ed.D., Superintendent
RESOLUTION REGARDING FY 2013/14 REVERSION AND REVENUE ACTUAL UNDER BUDGET FUNDS
WHEREAS, On September 16, 2014 the School Board was presented with a summary of the unaudited financial
statement for FY 2013/14 (year -ending June 30, 2014) showing the reversion amount to the City's General Fund; and
WHEREAS, the total estimated funds available for re -appropriation is $15,554,787; and
WHEREAS, the City is currently indicating an FY 2013/14 revenue shortfall of the revenues included in the Revenue
Sharing Formula of which the Schools portion is $3,356,044; and
WHEREAS, the net reversion funds available for re -appropriation is $12,198,743; and
WHEREAS, the Administration recommends the following for the available funds in the amount of $12,198,743:
• $516,300 to be re -appropriated to the CIP Fund for the Green Run Collegiate Project
• $11,682,443 to be re -appropriated to the School Reserve Special Revenue Fund to cover expected revenue
shortfalls in the FY 2015-16 Fund 115 School Operating Budget; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED: That the School Board approves the recommended uses of the FY 2013/14 Reversion and Revenue Actual
Under Budget funds as presented by the Administration; and be it further
FURTHER RESOLVED: That the School Board requests that the City Council approve the re -appropriation of FY 2013/14
Reversion Funds shown above; and be it
FINALLY RESOLVED: That a copy of this resolution be spread across the official minutes of this Board, and the Clerk of
the Board is directed to deliver a copy of this resolution to the Mayor, each member of City Council, the City Manager,
and the City Clerk.
Adopted by the School Board of the City of Virginia Beach this 18th day of November 2014
Daniel D. Edwards, Chairman
SEAL
Attest:
Dianne P. Alexander, Clerk of the Board
1 AN ORDINANCE TO ESTABLISH THE SPECIAL
2 REVENUE FUND-SCHOOL RESERVE IN THE CITY'S
3 FY 2003-04 OPERATING BUDGET AND TO
4 APPROPRIATE $448,021 OF FY 2002-03 SCHOOL
5 REVERSION FUNDS TO THIS FUND
6
7 WHEREAS, on May 6, 2003 the School Board amended School Board
8 Policy # 3-28 concerning the establishment of a reserve fund; and
9 WHEREAS, on October 7, 2003 the School Board passed a
10 resolution requesting the appropriation of $448,021 in FY 2002-03
11 school reversion funds to a reserve fund.
12 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
13 VIRGINIA BEACH, Virginia:
14 1. That a new fund, known as the "Special Revenue Fund-
15 School Reserve," is hereby established in the City's accounting
16 structure.
17 2. That $448,021 of FY 2002-03 school reversion funds is
18 hereby appropriated from the fund balance of the General Fund to
19 the Special Revenue Fund -School Reserve, with estimated revenues
20 increased accordingly.
21 3. That any expenditure of funds from the Special Revenue
22 Fund --School Reserve shall require a resolution approved by eight
23 members of the School Board, as described in School Board Policy #
24 3-28, "Revenue Fund," and shall also require a subsequent
25 appropriation by the City Council to the appropriate category of
26 the School Operating Budget or capital improvement project in the
27 Capital Budget.
28 4. That additions of funds to the Special Revenue Fund -School
29 Reserve or its fund balance shall require a resolution adopted by
30 the School Board and an appropriation by the City Council.
31
32 Adopted b
33 Virginia on t 4t by the
daynit of the City of Virginia Beach,
Y November, 2003.
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Policy 3-28
BUSINESS AND NONINSTRUCTIONAL OPERATIONS
Reserve Fund
A. Generally
In order to be in a better position to respond to: 1) unexpected shortfalls in state or federal funding; 2) emergency expenditures of a
nonrecurring nature that would not have been anticipated at the time of preparation and adoption of the School Operating Budget; 3)
unusual and critical need to fund the subsequent fiscal year's operating budget shortfall; or 4) other fiscal emergencies, the School
Board shall set aside a reserve for contingencies (hereinafter "Reserve Fund" or "Fund") up to two (2) percent of the previous year's
School Operating Budget, may be placed into this Fund. The purpose of this Policy is to specify what funds shall be placed in the
Reserve Fund, and to set forth the School Board's requirement for any expenditures to be made from the Reserve Fund.
B. Policy
1. Any expenditure of funds in the Reserve Fund shall require a resolution adopted by a majority vote of the School Board. Such
resolution shall state the purpose(s) of the expenditure, and the total amount to be expended.
2. Pursuant to applicable provisions of state law, the Reserve Fund must be appropriated by City Council annually as part of the
school operating budget, and any funds that the School Board desires to be added to the Reserve Fund during the fiscal year
must also be appropriated by City Council.
Legal Reference:
Code of Virginia § 22.1-94, as amended. Appropriations by county, city or town governing body for public schools.
Code of Virginia § 22.1-115, as amended. System of accounting; statements of funds available; classification of expenditures.
Virginia Board of Education Regulation 8 VAC 20-210-10, as amended. Classification of expenditures.
Adopted by School Board: May 6, 1997
Amended by School Board: May 6, 2003
Amended by School Board: September 16, 2014
http://www.vbschools.com/policies/3-28_p.asp 11/21/2014
1 AN ORDINANCE TO ESTABLISH CAPITAL
2 PROJECT 1-005, GREEN RUN HIGH SCHOOL
3 COLLEGIATE RENOVATIONS, AND TO
4 APPROPRIATE FY 2013-14 SCHOOL
5 REVERSION FUNDS
6
7 WHEREAS, on November 18, 2014, the School Board adopted a resolution
8 requesting the City Council appropriate funds that lapsed and reverted at the end of FY
9 2013-14; and
10
11 NOW, THEREFORE BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
12 VIRGINIA BEACH, VIRGINIA, THAT:
13
14 1. Capital Project #1-005, Green Run High School Colligate Renovations, is hereby
15 established in the FY 2014-15 Capital Budget;
16
17 2. That $12,198,743 is hereby appropriated from the fund balance of the General
18 Fund in the amounts and for the purposes set forth below:
19 A. $516,300 for CIP 1-005 Green Run Collegiate Renovations; and
20 B. $11,682,443 to the School Reserve Special Revenue Fund (098) to
21 address an anticipated budget shortfall in FY 2015-16 and to be available
22 for unanticipated emergencies.
Requires an affirmative vote by a majority of all of the members of City Council.
Adopted by the Council of the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia, on the day
of , 2014.
APPROVED AS TO CONTENT:
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CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH
AGENDA ITEM
ITEM: An Ordinance to Transfer Funding within the FY 2014-15 Schools Operating
Budget
MEETING DATE: December 2, 2014
• Background: At its November 18th meeting, the School Board adopted a
resolution requesting that City Council approve a transfer between various
classifications. All of the impacted classifications are within the School Operating Fund
(Fund 115). Because the requested transfers are between the major classifications,
City Council approval is required.
• Considerations: The School Board's resolution requests the following transfers,
totaling $1,095,712, to purchase iPads, printers, printer cartridges, computers, monitors,
computer supplies, laptops, software, and technology services:
o $335,921 from Instruction to Technology;
o $13,500 from Administration to Instruction;
o $205,560 from Transportation to Technology; and
o $540,731 from the Operations and Maintenance to Technology.
The Schools budget remains balanced, and this transfer will not change total
appropriations for Fiscal Year 2014-15.
• Public Information: Information will be communicated to the public through the
normal Council agenda process.
• Attachments: School Board Resolution; Ordinance
Submitting Department/Agency: Virginia Beach City Public Schools
City Manage
VIRGINIA BEACH CITY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
AHEAD OF THE CURVE
School Administration Building #6, Municipal Center
2512 George Mason Dr.
P. O. Box 6038
Virginia Beach, VA 23456
(757) 263-1000
MISSION STATEMENT
The Virginia Beach City Public Schools, in partnership with the entire community,
will empower every student to become a life-long learner who is a responsible,
productive and engaged citizen within the global community.
School Board of the City of Virginia Beach
Daniel D. Edwards, Kempsville, Chair
William J. Brunke, IV, Princess Anne, Vice Chair
Beverly M. Anderson, At -Large
Emma L. "Em" Davis, Lynnhaven
Dorothy M. "Dottie" Holtz, At -Large
Joel A. McDonald, Rose Hall
Bobby Melatti, At -Large
Sam Reid, Beach
Elizabeth E. Taylor, At -Large
Leonard C. Tengco, Centerville
Carolyn D. Weems, Bayside
Aaron C. Spence, Ed.D., Superintendent
RESOLUTION REGARDING FY 2014-15 BUDGET AND
REQUEST FOR CATEGORICAL/FUND TRANSFERS
WHEREAS, the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia's adopted Budget Ordinance for the current fiscal year appropriated funds
to the School Board of the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia by major Category; and
WHEREAS, the Code of Virginia §22.1-115, as amended, requires that technology -related expenditures be made in a
separate Fund or Category; and
WHEREAS, the School Administration has determined that a number of schools and departments have technology -related
spending needs that require categorical/fund transfers to enable such purchases such as: iPads and covers, printers,
printer cartridges, computers, monitors, computer supplies, laptops, software, technology services; and
WHEREAS, the following budget transfers are recommended by the School Administration:
• Total of $335,921 from Operating Fund 115 - Instruction to Operating Fund 115 -Technology
• Total of $13,500 from Operating Fund 115 - Administration to Operating Fund 115 — Instruction
• Total of $205,560 from Operating Fund 115 — Transportation to Operating Fund 115 — Technology
• Total of $540,731 from Operating Fund 115 — Operations & Maintenance to Operating Fund 115 — Technology;
and
WHEREAS, these transfers are also necessary to appropriately expense and account for technology -related and cross -
categorical expenses; and
WHEREAS, transfers between categories/funds must be approved by the City Council prior to expenditure of such funds
by the School Board.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED: That the School Board approves and affirms the above listed recommended uses of these funds; and
FURTHER RESOLVED: That the School Board requests that the City Council approve the budget categorical/funds transfers
shown above; and be it
FINALLY RESOLVED: That a copy of this Resolution be spread across the official minutes of this School Board, and the
Clerk of the School Board is directed to deliver a copy of this Resolution to the Mayor, each member of the City Council,
the City Manager, and the City Clerk.
Adopted by the School Board of the City of Virginia Beach this 18`h day of November 2014
SEAL
Attest:
Dianne P. Alexander, Clerk of the Board
Daniel D. Edwards, Chairman
1 AN ORDINANCE TO TRANSFER FUNDING WITHIN THE
2 FY 2014-15 SCHOOL OPERATING BUDGET
3
4 WHEREAS, the School Board requested, by resolution adopted November 18,
5 2014, a transfer of funds from various classifications to the technology classification to
6 purchase iPads, printers, printer cartridges, computers, monitors, computer supplies,
7 laptops, software, and technology services;
8
9 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
10 VIRGINIA BEACH, VIRGINIA:
11
12 That $1,095,712 is hereby transferred within the FY 2014-15 Schools Operating
13 Budget (115 Fund) in the amounts set forth below:
14
15 1. $335,921 from the Instruction Classification to the Technology Classification;
16 2. $13,500 from Administration Classification to the Instruction Classification;
17 3. $205,600 from the Transportation Classification to the Technology
18 Classification;
19 4. $540,731 from the Operations and Maintenance Classification to the
20 Technology Classification.
day of
Adopted by the Council of the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia, on the
, 2014.
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ITEM: An Ordinance to Accept and Appropriate Grant Funds to Emergency
Communications & Citizen Services to Expand Training Workstations and for
Training Opportunities
MEETING DATE: December 2, 2014
• Background: The Virginia E-911 Services Board has awarded Virginia Beach
Emergency Communications & Citizen Services (ECCS) a State grant under the FY
2015 Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP) Grant Program in the amount of $150,000.
This grant program financially assists Virginia's primary PSAPs with the purchase of
equipment and services, which support the continuity and enhancement of wireless E-
911. Specifically, this grant will acquire eight E911 training workstations with current
technology to enable access to next generation 911 and fully equip the PSAP with the
software applications that are utilized on the 911 Operations floor. These additional
workstations will allow ECCS to better train new recruits and to improve the processing
of 911 calls for service, improve recruit retention, as well as provide backup resources
in the event of a disaster.
ECCS also was awarded $2,000 from the Wireless Education Grant Program. The
purpose of these funds is to allow ECCS personnel to attend State-sponsored
conferences.
• Considerations: The grant funding is expected to cover 100% of the cost to
purchase the required equipment and related training. There is no local grant match
requirement. The grant period is from July 1, 2014 through June 30, 2015. Funds will be
provided on a reimbursement basis upon submission of invoices from ECCS to the
Virginia E-911 Services Board. Also, the Department of Communications and
Information Technology will include this equipment on the list of future equipment to be
replaced through their public safety communications infrastructure replacement capital
project.
• Public Information: Public information will be provided through the normal
Council Agenda process.
• Recommendations: Adopt the attached ordinance.
• Attachment: Ordinance
Recommended Action: Approval
Submitting Department/Agency: Emergency Communications & Citizen Services
City Manager: l�
1
1 AN ORDINANCE TO ACCEPT AND APPROPRIATE GRANT
2 FUNDS TO EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS & CITIZEN
3 SERVICES TO EXPAND TRAINING WORKSTATIONS AND
4 FOR TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES
5
6 BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH,
7 VIRGINIA, THAT:
8
9 $152,000 is hereby accepted from the Virginia E-911 Services Board and
10 appropriated, with estimated State revenues increased accordingly, to the FY 2014-15
11 Operating Budget of the Department of Emergency Communications & Citizen Services
12 (ECCS) for the following purposes: $150,000 for eight workstations to enable ECCS to
13 improve 911 call service; and $2,000 for costs related to attendance of State-sponsored
14 conferences for ECCS personnel.
Adopted by the Council of the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia on the day of
, 2014
Requires an affirmative vote by a majority of all of the members of City Council.
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ITEM: An Ordinance to Appropriate Funding from the Maritime Forest Trust Fund for
the Live Oak Program
MEETING DATE: December 2, 2014
• Background: The City of Virginia Beach has established a Maritime Forest
Trust Fund for the purpose of collecting donations dedicated to the restoration or
enhancement of trees and habitat in the City's Atlantic and Chesapeake Bay coastal
maritime forest areas, including tree planting, tree transplanting, tree protection, or
similar related activities. The fund was initially targeted at helping to protect losses to
maritime forest areas in the City threatened by increasingly intensive urban
development and redevelopment activity. The Trust fund currently has $43,263 of fund
balance and $4,110 of current year revenue for a total of $47,373, all from private
donations. In conjunction with the Trust Fund, the Department of Planning and
Community Development has developed a Live Oak strategy to implement
recommendations contained in the City's Comprehensive Plan, with the assistance of
various agencies of the Commonwealth of Virginia and the Friends of Live Oaks
community organization. The Friends of Live Oaks community organization is currently
developing a program for reintroducing live oaks throughout the City as a signature tree
species, noting that maritime forest habitats are among the most threatened and rare
ecosystem areas in the world. This program is also in keeping with City Council's
designation of the Live Oak as the City's Official Tree.
• Considerations: City staff has been working to develop a cost sharing
arrangement with the Friends of Live Oaks community organization as part of the Live
Oak strategy, which accomplishes multiple outcomes. First, the implementation of a
previous live oak planting project by the City and Friends of Live Oaks has established a
sound model for continued future live oak restoration efforts in the City, and has helped
reestablish community interest and awareness of this unique tree in the City. Second,
the Live Oak strategy represents a significant effort by the City to continue to address
restoration of unique maritime forest habitat in the City, and shows local commitment to
helping achieve the objectives of both Virginia and Federal government towards
restoration of natural habitats and their contributions to improving both air and water
quality. Third, this proposed continuation and expansion of the live oak program links
directly to a major step forward on continuing an integrated strategy, which has been
developed for environmental restoration of a special City ecosystem by working to
prioritize efforts at restoration within those areas of the City that exhibit the highest
potential for restoration of maritime forest habitat.
The current project consists of continuation and expansion of the pilot live oak program
initiated in 2011 between the City and the Friends of Live Oaks community organization.
The total cost of this project is $10,500. If approved, the trust fund will have $36,873
remaining, which may be utilized to undertake future maritime forest restoration projects
as they are designed and developed and ready for implementation.
■ Public Information: Public information will be provided through the normal
Council Agenda process.
■ Recommendation: Adopt the attached ordinance.
■ Attachment: Ordinance
Recommended Action: Approval
Submitting Department/Agency: Department of Planning and Community
Development
City Manager:
DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING
ENVIRONMENT AND SUSTAINABILITY OFFICE
(757) 385-4621
FAX (757) 385-5667
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INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM
TO: James K. Spore
City Manager
FROM: Clay Bernick
Environment & ustainability Administrator
DATE: November 24, 2014
SUBJECT: Funds Disposition from Maritime Forest Trust Fund
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MUNICIPAL CENTER
BUILDING 2, ROOM 115
2405 COURTHOUSE DRIVE
VIRGINIA BEACH, VA 23456-9121
As requested, this is to provide a breakdown on anticipated uses of funds from the Maritime
Forest Trust Fund City Council Agenda Request Package to be considered by the City Council
on December 2, 2014:
Item Amount
Purchase of Live Oak Trees for Donation to
Friends of Live Oaks for Donation to Residents
in the City for Installation on Private Property $4,500.00
Purchase of Live Oak Trees for Donation to
Parks and Landscape Management for Installation
on City Property
Purchase of Educational Materials and Related Items to
Support Citizen Awareness of Maritime Forest Ecosystem and
Resources in the City
$ 500.00
$3,500.00
TOTAL $8,500.00
CC: Douglas L. Smith, Deputy City Manager
Jack Whitney, Director of Planning
David, Bradley, Management Services Department
1 AN ORDINANCE TO APPROPRIATE FUNDING FROM THE
2 MARITIME FOREST TRUST FUND FOR THE LIVE OAK
3 PROGRAM
4
5 BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH,
6 VIRGINIA:
7
8 That $10,500 is hereby appropriated, with $6,390 from fund balance and $4,110
9 from current revenue in the Maritime Forest Trust Fund, to the Department of Planning and
10 Community Development to expand the Live Oak Program.
Requires an affirmative vote by a majority of all of the members of City Council.
Adopted by the Council of the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia, on the day of
, 2014.
APPROVED AS TO CONTENT:
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ITEM: An Ordinance to Appropriate Funding from the Living Shorelines Trust Fund to
Increase Living Shorelines Habitat in the City
MEETING DATE: December 2, 2014
• Background: The City of Virginia Beach has established a Living Shorelines
Trust Fund for the purpose of collecting donations dedicated to the restoration or
enhancement of living shorelines in the City's tidal shorelines areas including wetlands
restoration or establishment, riparian buffer restoration or establishment, or similar
related activities. The fund was initially targeted at helping offset impacts to shorelines
resulting from shoreline projects where living shorelines cannot be established or
restored due to project site constraints from both development and redevelopment
activity. The trust fund currently has $6,362 of fund balance and $785 of current year
revenue for a total of $7,147 all from private contributions.
• Considerations: City staff has been working to identify a series of pilot projects
on City -owned property whereby (1) living shorelines habitat can be restored or
enhanced, and (2) application of living shorelines principles including wetlands
restoration and enhancement, riparian buffer restoration and enhancement, and
planting of native trees and shrubs can be accomplished. Such measures offer
economical and sustainable solutions to long-term shoreline erosion and stabilization
issues, help improve water quality by filtering runoff, and make shoreline properties
more resilient to recurrent flooding and sea level rise threats. This item does not
include any funding for the Lynnhaven Aquaculture Center because that matter has
been deferred indefinitely by City Council.
• Public Information: Public information will be provided through the normal
Council Agenda process.
• Recommendation: Adopt the attached ordinance.
• Attachment: Ordinance
Recommended Action: Approval
Submitting Department/Agency: Department of Planning and Community
Development
City Manager:
DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING
ENVIRONMENT AND SUSTAINABILITY OFFICE
(757) 385-4621
FAX (757) 385-5667
VA Relay Number TTY: 711
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INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM
TO: James K. Spore
City Manager
FROM: Clay Bernick 4J i
Environment & Sustainability Administrator
DATE: November 24, 2014
SUBJECT: Funds Disposition from Living Shorelines Forest Trust Fund
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MUNICIPAL CENTER
BUILDING 2, ROOM 115
2405 COURTHOUSE DRIVE
VIRGINIA BEACH, VA 23456-9121
As requested, this is to provide a breakdown on anticipated uses of funds from the Living
Shorelines Trust Fund City Council Agenda Request Package to be considered by the City
Council on December 2, 2014:
Item
Purchase of Native Plant Material for Donation to
Parks and Recreation for Installation at Little Island Park
Purchase of Native Plant Material for Donation to
Lynnhaven River NOW for Installation
at Various Sites on City Property, including
Pleasure House Point Natural Area and Westernmost
Point of Bay Island
Amount
$1,000.00
$2,250.00
TOTAL $3,250.00
CC: Douglas L. Smith, Deputy City Manager
Jack Whitney, Director of Planning
David, Bradley, Management Services Depai tment
1 AN ORDINANCE TO APPROPRIATE FUNDING FROM THE
2 LIVING SHORELINES TRUST FUND TO INCREASE LIVING
3 SHORELINE HABITAT IN THE CITY
4 BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH,
5 VIRGINIA:
6
7 That $3,250 is hereby appropriated, with $2,465 from fund balance and $785 of
8 current revenue in the Living Shorelines Trust Fund, to the FY 2014-15 Operating Budget
9 of the Department of Planning and Community Development to fund efforts to increase
10 living shoreline habitat in the City.
Requires an affirmative vote by a majority of all of the members of City Council.
Adopted by the Council of the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia, on the day of
, 2014.
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ITEM: An Ordinance to Transfer Funds from Completed Capital Projects to Renovate
the Collier Building, to Outfit an Emergency Facility with a Generator, and to
Fund Site Acquisition Needs
MEETING DATE: December 2, 2014
■ Background: The Department of Finance periodically closes CIP projects and
determines if any revenue is available for reprogramming in the Capital Improvement
Program. After the most recent review, Finance determined that $1,939,291 is available
to be reprogrammed in the Capital Improvement Program. It is proposed to use this
amount for the following items:
1. The Collier Building, 256 N. Witchduck Road, was acquired as part of the
roadway project, and it will be the location of City employee offices. This building
requires $1.7 million for renovations and repairs. Of that amount, staff has
identified $1.1 million available in the CIP, but recommends the needed $600,000
be provided to the Various Buildings Rehabilitation and Renewal III Capital
Project (#3-137).
2. The Bayside area of the City currently lacks a primary emergency shelter. The
Kemps Landing/Old Donation School is currently under construction in this area.
This facility will have the ability to serve as a primary emergency shelter if
outfitted correctly with an emergency generator. The scope of work to be
completed will provide adequate space to shelter a significant number of people
during an emergency event. The purchase and installation of an emergency
generator will allow the facilities to house an even greater number of individuals
in an emergency situation. The school, once completed, will fill a significant gap
for sheltering in that area of the city.
3. The Various Site Acquisitions II Capital Project (#3-139) was created to purchase
key site acquisitions and provide for a regular schedule of funding as sites are
identified for purchase. The project currently has approximately $439,000 that
has not been identified for any purchases.
• Considerations: The attached ordinance uses those funds identified by the
Department of Finance in its CIP review. Of the $1,939,291 identified, the ordinance
recommends: $600,000 to CIP #3-137 to finalize the needed repairs to the Collier
Building; $255,000 to CIP #1-233, Consolidated Old Donation Center/Kemps Landing
Magnet, for the purchase an emergency generator needed to utfit the facility as an
emergency shelter; and the remaining $1,084,291 to CIP #3-139 in furtherance of the
City's site acquisition needs.
• Public Information: Public information will be provided through the normal
Council Agenda process. A public briefing regarding the Collier Building was provided
to Council on November 25tH
• Recommendations: Approve the attached ordinance.
• Attachments: Ordinance; Exhibit A (Transfer Source Details)
Recommended Action: Approval
Submitting Department/Agency: Budget and Management Services
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City Manager:
EXHIBIT A
TRANSFERS
ORIGIN AMOUNT
Closed Projects** $1,507,847
Available Paygo/Gen Fund in CIP $431,444
total $1,939,291
** Detail of Closed Project and Amounts
2-018 - Major Intersection Improvements $94,541.60
2-041- Dam Neck Road PH 1 $0.50
2-076 - Laskin Road Gateway $124,439.72
2-137 - Great Neck Rd IV/London Brdg Rd III $537.62
2-186 - Norfolk Southern Right of Way $24,280.07
2-285 - Traffic Safety Improvements PH 11 $16,392.68
3-054 - Animal Control & K-9 Unit Replacemnts $9,185.77
3-061- CIT Hansen V.8 Upgrade $95,717.51
3-073 - Colonial Educ Center Cons & Land Acqn $2,850.00
3-090 - CIT P&R CLASS/INSITE Interface $0.94
3-102 - Alarm System Monitoring/MOSCAD $906,339.47
3-244 - Fire/Rescue Station - Chesapeake Beach $10,734.00
3-317 - Police SPEC OPS/Forensics/Evid Cmplx $23,351.18
3-282 - Municipal Bldg Security Enhancements $2,152.24
3-359 - BLGD Modern, Renewals, and Replacemts $27,964.40
3-365 - Fire Facility Rehab & Renewal PH 11 $10,169.01
3-371- Fire Apparatus PH 11 $0.40
3-602 - CIT Oracle Applications Release 12 UPG $18,677.50
3-620 - VBAlert Replacement $47,432.00
4-018 - Greenways & Scenic Waterways PH 11 $208.62
4-072 - Bayside Community Center $67,294.66
4-075 - Pedestrian System Improvements PH 1 $0.27
8-830 - Rudee Inlet Dredging $11,925.00
9-018 - Convention Center Replacement $0.43
9-504 - Parliament Greenwich Connector $7,750.00
9-505 - Cleveland Street PH 1 $5,901.62
$1,507,847
1 AN ORDINANCE TO TRANSFER FUNDS FROM
2 COMPLETED CAPITAL PROJECTS TO RENOVATE THE
3 COLLIER BUILDING, TO OUTFIT AN EMERGENCY
4 FACILITY WITH A GENERATOR, AND TO FUND SITE
5 ACQUISITION NEEDS
6
7 BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH,
8 VIRGINIA, THAT:
9
10 $1,939,291 is hereby transferred from the sources identified on the attached, Exhibit
11 A, with $600,000 transferred to Capital Project #3-137, Various Buildings Rehabilitation
12 and Renewal III, to complete the renovation of the Collier Building, $255,000 to Capital
13 Project 1-233, Consolidated Old Donation/ Kemps Landing Magnet to purchase an
14 emergency generator required to make it an emergency shelter, and $1,084,291 to Capital
15 Project #3-139, Various Site Acquisitions II, in furtherance of the purposes of Project #3-
16 139.
Adopted by the Council of the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia on the day
of 2014.
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
The regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Virginia Beach will be held in the Council Chamber of the City Hall
Building, Municipal Center, Virginia Beach, Virginia, on Tuesday, December 2, 2014, at 6:00 P.M., at which time the
following applications will be heard:
DISTRICT 7 - BEACH
Moison Development, LLC Application: S hdivision Variance to Sections 4.4(b) and 4.4(d) of the Subdivision Regulations.
Request will permit the same number of allowed by -right dwelling units but in a different lot configuration at 1032 Fleming
Drive (GPIN 2417692178).
DISTRICT 7 - PRINCESS ANNE
Strawbridge Animal Care/Delaware Corp. Application: Conditional Use Permit (Animal Hospital/Veterinary Establishment) at
2400 Castleton Commerce Way (GPIN 2405319813).
King Farms, LLC /King Farms, LLC and Pamela Gray Application: Change of Zoning from AG -1 and AG -2 Agricultural Districts
to Conditional PD -H2 Planned Development [R-20 Residential] and P-1 Preservation Districts. Comprehensive Plan -
Transition Area. Proposal is to develop the site with 153 single-family dwelling units. Floodplain Variance. Property is located
at 2852 and 2876 West Neck Road (GPINs 1493959189, 1493966386, 1493969675, 2403048740, and 2403056472).
Steve Barnes Application: Conditional Use Permit for a Farm Stand at 1076 Sandbridge Road (GPIN 2423267173).
John D & Randi Vogel and Hunt Club Farm/A-1-A, LLC & Hunt Club A -1-A, LLC Application: Change of Zoning (AG -2
Agricultural and Conditional B-2 Community Business to Conditional B-2 Community Business). Modification of Conditions
(approved by the City Council on October 22, 1991, May 23, 2000, November 9, 2004, April 12, 2005, November 14,
2006, October 23, 2007 and July 8, 2008) at 2388 London Bridge Road.
DISTRICTS - LYNNHAVEN
Beach Motor Sports/Patrick Cunningham Application:
Virginia Beach Boulevard (GPIN 1497262011).
Garrett A. & Bernadette P. Alcaraz Application:
create two (2) lots, neither of which meets the minimum required
1498216266)
Conditional Use Permit (small engine repair and service) at 2976-80
Variance to the Subdivision Regulations. Section 4.4 (b). Request is to
lot width for the R-40 District at 3075 Bray Road (GPIN
CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH
Ordinance to Amend Section 208 of the City Zoning Ordinance pertaining to portable storage containers for special events.
(A) Ordinance to adopt amendments to Chapter 4 (Princess Anne & Transition Area) of the Policy Document of the
Comprehensive Plan: (1) Description and general issues affecting development in Transition Area; (2) vision statement (mix
of uses, transitional character, preservation of open space, waterways, natural resources, and recreational amenities); (3)
development and design general policies (density/intensity, development techniques, architectural themes, historic
preservation, AICUZ considerations); (4) open space & recreation (open space, roadway buffers, trail system; (5)
infrastructure (availability and adequacy of public infrastructure phased development, concurrency with implementation of
Capital Improvement Plan, public or private sewage disposal facilities, Master Transportation Plan, stormwater
management); (6) residential development policies (dwelling unit density, parcel consolidation, lot area, active and passive
open space, roadway buffers, trail/open space connectivity, fencing); (7) non-residential development policies (scale,
intensity, location, site design, open space, parking, signage, trail connectivity). AND (B) Ordinance to adopt amendments
to Transition Area Design Guidelines and incorporate by reference into Comprehensive Plan: (1) general physical design
principles (applicability to connected "Special Places" designated in Comprehensive Plan, development and design
techniques, open space, viewsheds, stormwater management, roadway buffers, trail linkage, design elements); (2)
residential development (parcel consolidation, lot area, active and passive open space, connectivity, fencing, sewage
disposal, sidewalk/non-vehicular mobility); (3) non-residential development (scale, intensity, location, open space, trail
connectivity, stormwater management, natural area preservation, parking, signage); (4) design character of special places in
or near Transition Area (Municipal Center, Princess Anne Historic Courthouse, Nimmo Church, Pungo, Environmental
Education Center at Back Bay); (5) glossary of terms; (6) updated Trails and Open Space Network map.
Ordinance to Amend Article 2 of the City Zoning Ordinance by adding a new Part H, consisting of Sections 280 through 283,
and to amend Sections 602, 702, 802, 902, and 1002, allowing optional reduced street setbacks in Apartment, Hotel,
Office, Business, and Industrial Districts within Strategic Growth Areas and setting forth conditions for the reduction of such
setbacks.
All interested citizens are invited to attend.
Ruth Hodges Fraser, MMC
City Clerk
Copies of the proposed ordinances, resolutions and amendments are on file and may be examined in the Department of
Planning or online at ,),p For information call 385-4621.
If you are physically disabled or visually impaired and need assistance at this meeting, please call the CITY CLERK'S
OFFICE at 3854303.
Beacon November 16 & 23, 2014
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J. PLANNING
1. Applications for Variances to Subdivison Regulations:
a. MOISON DEVELOPMENT, LLC Sections 4.4 (b) and 4.4 (d) re dwelling units at
1032 Fleming Drive
DISTRICT 6 - BEACH
RECOMMENDATION APPROVAL
b. GARRETT A. and BERNADETTE P. ALCARAZ Section 4.4 (b) re lots at 3075 Bray
Road
DISTRICT 5 - LYNNHAVEN
RECOMMENDATION APPROVAL
2. Application of STRAWBRIDGE ANIMAL CARE for a Conditional Use Permit re an Animal
Hospital/Veterinary Establishment at 2400 Castleton Commerce Way
DISTRICT 7 — PRINCESS ANNE
RECOMMENDATION APPROVAL
3. Application of BEACH MOTOR SPORTS for a Conditional Use Permit re small engine
repair and service at 2976-80 Virginia Beach Boulevard
DISTRICT 5 — LYNNHAVEN
RECOMMENDATION APPROVAL
4. Application of STEVE BARNES for a Conditional Use Permit to expand a Farm Stand at
1076 Sandbridge Road
DISTRICT 7 — PRINCESS ANNE
RECOMMENDATION APPROVAL
5. Applications of JOHN D. and RANDI VOGEL and HUNT CLUB FARM at 2388 London
Bridge Road
DISTRICT 7 — PRINCESS ANNE
a. Change of Zoning from AG -2 Agricultural and Conditional B-2 Community Business to
Conditional B-2 Community Business
b. Modification of Conditions (approved October 22, 1991, May 23, 2000, November 9, 2004,
April 12, 2005, November 24, 2006, October 23, 2007 and July 8, 2008) to expand their
outdoor recreation and entertainment operation
RECOMMENDATION APPROVAL
6. Applications of KING FARMS, LLC at 2852 and 2876 West Neck Road
DISTRICT 7 — PRINCESS ANNE
a. Change of Zoning from AG -1 and AG -2 Agricultural Districts to Conditional PD -H2 Planned
Development (R-20 Residential) and P-1 Preservation Districts re single family units
b. Floodplain Variance in the Transition Area
RECOMMENDATION APPROVAL
7. Ordinances to AMEND the City Zoning Ordinance (CZO)
a. Section 208 re portable storage containers for special events
b. Article 2 ADDING Part H, Sections 280 through 283 and Sections 602, 702, 802, 902,
and 1002 re street setbacks within SGA Areas
RECOMMENDATION APPROVAL
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AGENDA ITEM
ITEM: MOISON DEVELOPMENT, LLC (Applicant & Owner), Subdivision Variance
to Sections 4.4(b) and 4.4(d) of the Subdivision Regulations. 1032 Fleming
Drive (GPIN 2417692178). COUNCIL DISTRICT — BEACH.
MEETING DATE: December 2, 2014
• Background:
The applicant is requesting a variance to Sections 4.4(b) and 4.4(d) of the
Subdivision Regulations for the purpose of subdividing the 10,384 square foot
parcel, zoned A-24 Apartment, and developing three townhouse dwelling units.
Section 4.4(b) requires that new Tots must meet the requirements of the Zoning
Ordinance. Two of the proposed three lots will have no lot frontage on a public
right-of-way as required by the Zoning Ordinance. Section 4.4(d) requires that
each lot have direct access to a public street. Two of the three lots have no direct
access.
• Considerations:
The applicant originally submitted a site plan to the Development Services
Center proposing a five unit, multifamily development on the site, consistent with
the number of units that would be allowed for this lot at 24 units per acre. During
the review of that plan, however, it was discovered that the parcel was not legally
created. Moreover, since the parcel does not meet the minimum lot size
requirement of 20,000 square feet for multifamily development in the A-24
District, recording a subdivision plat to establish the lot as legal is not possible.
Accordingly, the only options available to the applicant are to (1) retain the
existing nonconforming single-family dwelling on the lot (single-family dwellings
are not permitted in the Apartment districts) or (2) subdivide the lot for three
townhouse Tots. The applicant desires to develop the site with the three
townhouse units; however, the by -right subdivision of the lot for three townhouse
units is not optimal with regard to configuration, as the lots are narrow and very
deep. As an alternative, the applicant proposes to subdivide the parcel for three
townhouse lots in a configuration that results in lots that are wider and less deep
than the by -right configuration.
The applicant's proposed subdivision plan orients the townhouses such that the
front facades face west. Access to all three units will be from Fleming Drive via a
private, variable width ingress/egress easement that will be created along the
western side of the site. Each unit will have two off-street parking spaces, in
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addition to an attached garage. Utility and drainage easements will also be
created as a part of the variable width easement at the west of the site and along
the eastern edge of the site.
Further details pertaining to the site and building designs, as well as Staff's
evaluation of the request, are provided in the attached staff report.
There was no opposition to the request.
• Recommendations:
The Planning Commission placed this item on the Consent Agenda, passing a
motion by a recorded vote of 11-0, to recommend approval of this request to the
City Council with the following conditions:
1. With the exception of any modifications required as a result of the formal site
plan review process, the site shall be developed in substantial conformance
to the submitted site plan entitled, "LAYOUT PLAN OF PROPOSED
TOWNHOMES FLEMING DRIVE", dated 05/14/2013 and revised on
07/23/2013 and prepared by John E. Sirine Associates, Ltd.
2. When developed, the townhomes constructed on the property shall be in
substantial conformity with the submitted elevation drawings entitled,
"MOISON DEVELOPMETN, LLC FRONT ELEVATION RENDERING 1032
FLEMING DRIVE" and "MOISON DEVELOPMENT, LLC ELEVATION
DRAWING 1032 FLEMING DRIVE".
3. A private ingress/egress access easement shall be recorded as depicted on
the exhibit referenced in Condition 1 above. Said easement shall be for the
benefit of the lots identified as "Lot 1" and "Lot 2".
• Attachments:
Staff Report and Disclosure Statements
Minutes of Planning Commission Hearing
Location Map
Recommended Action: Staff recommends approval. Planning Commission
recommends approval.
Submitting Department/Agency: Planning Department I
City Manager:
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Subdivision Variance 4.4(d)
REQUEST:
Subdivision Variance to Section 4.4 (d) of the Subdivision Ordinance, which requires each lot created by
subdivision shall have direct access to a public street.
ADDRESS / DESCRIPTION: 1032 Fleming Drive
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November 12, 2014 Public
Hearing
APPLICANT & PROPERTY OWNER:
MOISON
DEVELOPMENT,
L.L.C.
STAFF PLANNER: Kevin Kemp
GPIN:
24176921780000
ELECTION DISTRICT: SITE SIZE:
BEACH AICUZ:
10,384 square feet 70-75 dB DNL
(0.24 acre) APZ-2
BACKGROUND / DETAILS OF PROPOSAL
Existing Lot: The existing lot (10,384 square feet or 0.24 acre) is zoned A-24 Apartment District. There is
a single-family dwelling and a detached garage on the property, both of which will be removed. The lot
has 74.9 feet of street frontage along Fleming Drive. Although it appears as though Fleming Drive
continues along the eastern property line of the site that portion of the road is a private drive lane.
The applicant submitted a site plan to the Development Services Center proposing a five unit, multiple -
family development on the site. The lot, at 0.24 acre and a density of 24 dwelling units per acre, yields 5
units. During the review process, however, it was discovered that the lot was not legally created. The lot
was created by deed in 1955, and any lot created after 1953 is required to be recorded by plat with the
Circuit Court. The applicant cannot resolve the issue by recording a subdivision plat, as the lot does not
meet the minimum lot size requirement of 20,000 square feet for multiple -family development in the A-24
District. Accordingly, staff suggested to the applicant that with the current lot, three townhome lots could
be developed as a matter of right. This by -right configuration is, in Staff's opinion, awkward and not
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aesthetically pleasing (see `Layout A' below). Instead, Staff, working with the applicant, found that an
alternative configuration provided the opportunity for a higher quality townhouse development (see
`Layout B' below). This alternative layout is the one proposed with this variance request to the subdivision
regulations. This request, should it be approved, will create three lots that meet the minimum lot size
requirements for a townhome development, but that will not meet the required street frontage.
LAYOUT A LAYOUT B (proposed by applicant)
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SUBDMSION OF PROPERTY
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REQUIRING A VARIANCE
Proposed Lots (as shown in "Layout B"): It is the intent of the applicant to subdivide the 10,384 square
feet lot into three Tots, as shown in "Layout B" above. The lots will vary in size, as shown in the table
below. The applicant could subdivide the property into three parcels, aligning east to west, without
requiring a subdivision variance (see "Layout A" above); however, in order to meet the required street
frontage, these lots would be extremely narrow and deep. Instead, the applicant has proposed to
subdivide the lot into three parcels aligned from north to south. Using this configuration, only Lot 3 (as
shown on the submitted plan) has frontage along the right-of-way. Lots 1 and 2 do not have direct access
to a public street. The submitted plan shows an ingress/egress easement providing vehicular access to
Lots 1 and 2. Accordingly, a variance is required to the Subdivision Regulations pertaining to lot width and
frontage.
Item
Lot Width in feet
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Lott
Lott
Lot 3
74.9
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Lot Area in square feet
14 for interior
1,400
3,360
*Variance required
2,580
4,445
Details: The submitted site plan shows three townhome dwelling units. The townhomes are oriented such
that the front facades face west. Access to all three units will be from Fleming Drive via a private, variable
width ingress/egress easement that will be created along the western side of the site. Each unit will have
two off-street parking spaces, in addition to an attached garage. Utility and drainage easements will also
be created as a part of the variable width easement at the west of the site and along the eastern edge of
the site. Solid wood fencing will be provided along the eastern and western property lines. The fencing
will be six feet in height to provide privacy from the adjacent commercial and multiple -family housing
properties; however, the fence will taper to four feet in height as it approaches Fleming Drive and will
meet all requirements of the Section 201(e) of the Zoning Ordinance.
The submitted building elevations show three-story units. The front (west) elevation depicts a shed roof
with dormers on the third floor, open porches on the second floor, and the entry door and garage on the
ground floor. There is also an entry shown on the ground level of the rear elevation. The exterior of the
proposed townhomes will use vinyl siding, with faux -stone paneling around the garage. Other decorative
features include: varying roof lines, transom windows next to the front entry door, white decorative
columns and railings, white trim boards, and copper roof accents over the dormers.
LAND USE AND COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
EXISTING LAND USE: Single-family dwelling
SURROUNDING LAND North: •
USE AND ZONING: Multiple -family apartment complex / A-24 Apartment
District
South: • Fleming Drive
• Multiple -family apartment complex / A-24 Apartment
District
East: • Multiple -family apartment complex / A-24 Apartment
District
West: • Specialty retail (motorcycle parts and pet supplies) / B-2
Community Business District
The site is developed with a single-family dwelling. The site is
located in the Chesapeake Bay Watershed. There do not appear to
be any significant natural resources or cultural features associated
with the site.
NATURAL RESOURCE AND
CULTURAL FEATURES:
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN: The subject property is located in the Resort Strategic Growth Area (SGA),
as well as the Accident Potential Zone 2 (APZ-2) and Noise Zone 70-75 dB DNL in the area surrounding
NAS Oceana. Adopted in 2008, the Resort Area Strategic Action Plan (RASAP) identifies a vision for the
Resort SGA in which three distinct yet complimentary districts at Laskin Gateway, Central Beach, and
Rudee Marina draw the energy from the beach westward. The goal is to transform the area into a major
activity center with strengthened neighborhoods and increased economic growth. Although'RASAP does
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not directly address properties such as the subject site that are located on the periphery of the Resort
SGA, including those impacted by AICUZ, the Plan generally supports urban -style, pedestrian -friendly
development.
IMPACT ON CITY SERVICES
MASTER TRANSPORTATION PLAN (MTP) / CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (CIP): The site is
located on Fleming Drive east of Birdneck Road. Fleming Drive is a two-lane local street with a 40' right-
of-way width. Fleming Drive is not included on the City's Master Transportation Plan map, and no Capital
Improvement Program (CIP) projects are currently scheduled for this roadway.
TRAFFIC:
Street Name
Present
Volume
Present Capacity
Generated Traffic
Fleming Drive
No data count
available
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Service "C")
9,900 ADT 1 (Level of
Service "D")
11,100 ADT 1 (Level of
Service "E")
Existing A-24 Zoning 2
— 30 ADT
Proposed Land Use 3
30 ADT
'Average Daily Trips
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WATER: This site connects to City water. There is an existing City water main on Fleming Drive. The
existing 5/8 -inch meter (City ID #95039953) can be used or upgraded to accommodate the proposed
development.
SEWER: City gravity sanitary sewer is not available. Health Department approval is required for septic
systems. The site could connect to the City system via a private pump station and force main.
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Section 9.3 of the Subdivision Ordinance states:
No variance shall be authorized by the Council unless it finds that:
A. Strict application of the ordinance would produce undue hardship.
B. The authorization of the variance will not be of substantial detriment to adjacent property,
and the character of the neighborhood will not be adversely affected.
C. The problem involved is not of so general or recurring a nature as to make reasonably
practicable the formulation of general regulations to be adopted as an amendment to the
ordinance.
D. The hardship is created by the physical character of the property, including dimensions
and topography, or by other extraordinary situation or condition of such property, or by
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the use or development of property immediately adjacent thereto. Personal or self-
inflicted hardship shall not be considered as grounds for the issuance of a variance.
E. The hardship is created by the requirements of the zoning district in which the property is
located at the time the variance is authorized whenever such variance pertains to
provisions of the Zoning Ordinance incorporated by reference in this ordinance.
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EVALUATION AND RECOMMENDATION
The subject site is zoned A-24 Apartment District. The site currently contains a single-family home and a
detached garage, which will be demolished. It is the intent of the applicant to subdivide the site into three
parcels in order to construct three townhome units. The existing parcel could be subdivided into three
parcels, side by side along Fleming Drive without a variance. Due to the size and configuration of the lot,
the applicant is requesting a variance to allow the townhome units to be laid out in a more aesthetically
pleasing manner, resulting in a better site layout and home design.
The proposed townhome development is compatible with the surrounding properties and is consistent
with the dense residential development of the area. The site borders a commercial property to the west
and multiple -family developments to the north, south and east; therefore, the proposed use is not
anticipated to have an adverse effect on any of the surrounding properties.
For the reasons stated above, Staff recommends approval of this request with the conditions below.
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CONDITIONS
1. With the exception of any modifications required as a result of the formal site plan review
process, the site shall be developed in substantial conformance to the submitted site plan
entitled, "LAYOUT PLAN OF PROPOSED TOWNHOMES FLEMING DRIVE", dated 05/14/2013
and revised on 07/23/2013 and prepared by John E. Sirine Associates, Ltd.
2. When developed, the townhomes constructed on the property shall be in substantial conformity
with the submitted elevation drawings entitled, "MOISON DEVELOPMETN, LLC FRONT
ELEVATION RENDERING 1032 FLEMING DRIVE" and "MOISON DEVELOPMENT, LLC
ELEVATION DRAWING 1032 FLEMING DRIVE".
3. A private ingress/egress access easement shall be recorded as depicted on the exhibit
referenced in Condition 1 above. Said easement shall be for the benefit of the Tots identified as
"Lot 1" and "Lot 2".
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NOTE: Further conditions may be required during the administration of applicable City
Ordinances. Plans submitted with this application may require revision during detailed site plan
review to meet all applicable City Codes and Standards.
The applicant is encouraged to contact and work with the Crime Prevention Office within the
Police Department for crime prevention techniques and Crime Prevention Through Environmental
Design (CPTED) concepts and strategies as they pertain to this site.
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ACTION
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07/11/2000
Change of Zoning (R-7.5 to A-18)
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APPLICANT DISCLOSURE
If the applicant is a corporation, partnership, firm, business, or other unincorporated
organization, complete the following:
1. List the applicant name followed by the names of all officers, members, trustees,
partners, etc. below: (Attach list if necessary)
Moison Development, LLC:
Members - Mark Moison; David Moison
2. List all businesses that have a parent -subsidiary or affiliated business entity2
relationship with the applicant: (Attach list if necessary)
Moison Quality Construction, LLC
ElCheck here if the applicant is NOT a corporation, partnership, firm, business, or
other unincorporated organization.
PROPERTY OWNER DISCLOSURE
Complete this section only if property owner is different from applicant.
If the property owner is a corporation, partnership, firm, business, or other
unincorporated organization, complete the following:
1. List the property owner name followed by the names of all officers, members,
trustees, partners, etc. below: (Attach list if necessary)
Same as Applicant.
2. List all businesses that have a parent-subsidiaryi or affiliated business entity2
relationship with the applicant: (Attach list if necessary)
Same as Applicant.
JJCheck here if the property owner is NOT a corporation, partnership, firm,
business, or other unincorporated organization.
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& 2 See next page for footnotes
Does an official or em loyee of the City of Virginia Beach have an interest in the
subject land? Yes II No ISI
If yes, what is the name of the official or employee and the nature of their interest?
N/A
DISCLOSURE STATEMENT
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ADDITIONAL DISCLOSURES
List all known contractors or businesses that have or will provide services with respect
to the requested property use, including but not limited to the providers of architectural
services, real estate services, financial services, accounting services, and legal
services: (Attach list if necessary)
John E. Sirine & Associates, Ltd. - Engineering Services
Troutman Sanders LLP - Legal Services
1 "Parent -subsidiary relationship" means "a relationship that exists when one
corporation directly or indirectly owns shares possessing more than 50 percent of the voting
power of another corporation." See State and Local Govemment Conflict of Interests Act, Va.
Code § 2.2-3101.
2 "Affiliated business entity relationship" means "a relationship, other than parent-
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subsidiary
interest in the other business entity, (11) a controlling owner in one entity is also a controlling
owner in the other entity, or (iii) there is shared management or control between the business
entities. Factors that should be considered in determining the existence of an affiliated
business entity relationship include that the same person or substantially the same person
own or manage the two entities; there are common or commingled funds or assets; the
business entities share the use of the same offices or employees or otherwise share activities,
resources or personnel on a regular basis; or there is otherwise a close working relationship
between the entities." See State and Local Govemment Conflict of Interests Act, Va. Code §
2.2-3101.
CERTIFICATION: I certify that the information contained herein is true and accurate.
I understand that, upon receipt of notification (postcard) that the application has been scheduled for
public hearing, I am responsible for obtaining and posting the required sign on the subject property at
least 30 days prior to the scheduled public hearing according to the instructions in this package. The
undersigned also consents to entry upon the subject property by employees of the Department of
Planning to photograph and view the site for purposes of processing and evaluating this application.
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Item #1
Moison Development, L.L.C.
Subdivision Variance
1032 Fleming Drive
District 6
Beach
November 12, 2014
CONSENT
An application of Moison Development, L.L.0 for a Subdivision Variance to Section 4.4 (d) of the
Subdivision Ordinance, which requires each lot created by subdivision shall have direct access to a public
street on property located at 1032 Fleming Drive, District 6, Beach. GPIN: 24176921780000.
CONDITIONS
1. With the exception of any modifications required as a result of the formal site plan review process,
the site shall be developed in substantial conformance to the submitted site plan entitled, "LAYOUT
PLAN OF PROPOSED TOWNHOMES FLEMING DRIVE", dated 05/14/2013 and revised on 07/23/2013
and prepared by John E. Sirine Associates, Ltd.
2. When developed, the townhomes constructed on the property shall be in substantial conformity
with the submitted elevation drawings entitled, "MOISON DEVELOPMETN, LLC FRONT ELEVATION
RENDERING 1032 FLEMING DRIVE" and "MOISON DEVELOPMENT, LLC ELEVATION DRAWING 1032
FLEMING DRIVE".
3. A private ingress/egress access easement shall be recorded as depicted on the exhibit referenced in
Condition 1 above. Said easement shall be for the benefit of the lots identified as "Lot 1" and "Lot
2".
A motion was made by Commissioner Hodgson and seconded by Commissioner Horsley to approve item
1.
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HORSLEY AYE
INMAN AYE
OLIVER AYE
REDMOND AYE
RIPLEY AYE
RUCINSKI AYE
RUSSO AYE
THORNTON AYE
WEINER AYE
Item #1
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By a vote of 11-0, the Commission approved item 1 by consent.
Robert Beamon appeared on behalf of the applicant.
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ITEM: GARRETT A. & BERNADETTE P. ALCARAZ (Applicant/Owner),
Subdivision Variance to Section 4.4(b) of the Subdivision Regulations,
3075 Bray Road (GPIN 1498216266). COUNCIL DISTRICT — LYNNHAVEN.
MEETING DATE: December 2, 2014
• Background:
The applicants are requesting a variance to Section 4.4(b) of the Subdivision
Regulations, which states that new lots must meet the requirements of the
Zoning Ordinance. The applicants are proposing two lots, both of which are
deficient in lot width. The applicants own a 4.39 -acre lot zoned R-40 Residential
District. The lot is bordered by single-family lots to the north, south, and east, and
by the Lynnhaven River to the west. There is an existing single-family dwelling,
swimming pool, and patio at the rear of the lot. The site is sparsely wooded. The
majority of the mature forest floor is within the front half of the lot, where limited
site development has taken place. Typical of properties adjacent to inland bodies
of water, the configuration of the lot is such that the lot has 478 percent of the
amount of required lot area but only 68 percent of the required lot width.
• Considerations:
It is the intent of the applicants to subdivide 1.45 acres from the site (Lot 2) for
the purpose of developing the site with a single-family dwelling. The remaining
2.94 acres (Lot 1) will include the existing residential dwelling. There will also be
minor changes to the existing driveway as well as the relocation of the existing
pool out of the seaward portion of the Resource Protection Area (RPA) of the
Chesapeake Bay Preservation Area (CBPA). Both of the proposed Tots will meet
the applicable lot area requirements; however, both lots will be deficient in lot
width. The Zoning Ordinance requires a minimum lot width of 125 feet for the R-
40 District. The proposed width of Lot 1 is 19 feet and the proposed width of Lot
2 is 66.59 feet. Thus, both lots are deficient with regard to lot width.
Since a portion of the site is located within the RPA, the development of the site
as proposed required the approval of the Chesapeake Bay Preservation Area
Board. On July 28, 2014, approval was granted subject to 25 conditions. The
conditions are provided on pages 11 through 14 of the attached staff report.
Further information pertaining to the proposal, as well as Staff's evaluation of the
request, are provided in the attached staff report.
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There was no opposition to the request.
• Recommendations:
The Planning Commission placed this item on the Consent Agenda, passing a
motion by a recorded vote of 11-0, to recommend approval of this request to the
City Council with the following conditions:
1. A site plan shall be submitted to the Department of Planning,
Development Service Center (DSC) for review and approval prior to
issuance of a building permit.
2. Submitted concurrent with the site plan shall be a separate planting/buffer
restoration plan detailing location, number, and species of vegetation to be
installed as per the buffer restoration requirements. The planting / buffer
restoration plan shall clearly delineate existing naturalized area (forest
floor), planting beds, turf zones and areas of shoreline vegetation to be
managed permitting sunlight to interface with tidal fringe marsh.
3. Stormwater management shall comply with the requirements set forth
within the City Code Ordinance, Appendix D — Stormwater Management.
4. As required by the Chesapeake Bay Preservation Area Board conditions
of approval, all required restoration, inclusive of a comprehensive
(incorporating lot 1 and lot 2) buffer restoration plan shall be submitted,
approved, and restoration installed prior to the recordation of the
subdivision plat.
5. The maximum impervious cover for proposed Lot 1 shall be 16,001 square
feet as shown on the submitted exhibit.
6. The maximum impervious cover for proposed Lot 2 shall be 6,696 square
feet as shown on the submitted exhibit.
7. Located on Lot 1 shall be a 10 -foot wide ingress egress easement to
benefit Lot 2 for a shared driveway. Said easement shall extend westward
approximately 320 feet from Bray Road to the area referred to as
"CONCEPTUAL BUILDING & IMPERVIOUS FOOTPRINT".
8. The parcels shall be subdivided substantially in accordance with the
submitted preliminary subdivision plate titled, "NORTHEAST PORTION
OF SITE 11," dated 08/14/14, as prepared by Martin Engineering. Said
preliminary subdivision plat has been exhibited to the Virginia Beach City
Council and is on file with the Virginia Beach Planning Department.
• Attachments:
Staff Report and Disclosure Statements
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Minutes of Planning Commission Hearing
Location Map
Recommended Action: Staff recommends approval. Planning Commission
recommends approval.
Submitting Department/Agency: Planning Department
City Manager:
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Subdivision Valance
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November 12, 2014 Public
Hearing
APPLICANT AND
PROPERTY OWNER:
GARRETT A. &
BERNADETTE P.
ALCARAZ
STAFF PLANNER: Kristine Gay
REQUEST:
Subdivision Variance to Section 4.4(b) of the Subdivision Ordinance, which requires that with the
exception of Tots created by governmental action, all lots created by subdivision must meet all
requirements of the Zoning Ordinance.
ADDRESS / DESCRIPTION: 3075 Bray Road
GPIN:
14982162660000
ELECTION DISTRICT: SITE SIZE: AICUZ:
LYNNHAVEN 4.386 acres 65-70 dB DNL
Sub Area 3
BACKGROUND / DETAILS OF PROPOSAL
Existing Lot: The existing lot is located at 3075 Bray Road and is zoned R-40 Residential District. This
lot is 4.386 acres with a lot width of 85.59 feet and is bordered by single-family Tots to the north, south,
and east, and by the Lynnhaven River to the west. The lot has been developed in the rear with a single-
family dwelling, swimming pool, and patio. The site is sparsely wooded. The majority of the mature forest
floor is within the front half of the lot, where limited site development has taken place.
As shown on the preliminary subdivision plat, the site is located within the Resource Protection Area
(RPA), which is the more stringently regulated portion of the Chesapeake Bay Preservation Area (CBPA).
The applicant presented their proposed site improvements to the CBPA Board on July 28, 2014. The
CBPA Board Staff could not support the application, concluding that "the removal of the largest mature
area of riparian buffer on the site, coupled with the applicant proffering to supplement the existing buffer
as a means of restoration versus the creation of buffer within proposed Lot 1 in areas currently devoted to
turf .... would not maximize rainwater infiltration as intended by the Ordinance."The Chesapeake Bay
Preservation Area Board Staff recommended "... that with the creation of the two lot subdivision, there
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needs to be a comprehensive buffer restoration plan that addresses the restoration of the entire riparian
buffer system and not just the supplementation of existing riparian buffer on proposed Lot 2," (Staff
Report for Garrett A. and Bernadette P. Alcaraz, Chesapeake Bay Preservation Area Board Hearing, July
28, 2014). Upon hearing the application, the CBPA Board voted to approve the applicant's encroachment
into the RPA contingent to 25 conditions. The conditions are provided on pages 11 through 14 of this
report.
Proposed Lots: It is the intent of the applicant to subdivide 1.45 acres from the site to be developed with
a single-family dwelling (Lot 2). The remaining 2.94 acres of the site (Lot 1), will retain the existing
residential dwelling and include minor changes to the existing driveway and the relocation of the existing
pool out of the seaward portion of the RPA. As shown in the table below, both of the proposed lots will
meet the applicable lot area requirements, however, both lots will be deficient in lot width. This proposed
deficiency in lot width requires a Subdivision Variance.
Lot Criteria
Required by Code
Existing Lot
Proposed
Lot 1
Proposed
Lot 2
Lot width in feet
125
85.59
19 *
66.59 *
Lot area in square feet
40,000
191,046
127,866
63,180
Lot area outside of water, marsh,
or wetlands in square feet
24,000
114,656
80,572
34,084
*Variance required
EXISTING LAND USE
SURROUNDING LAND USE
AND ZONING
NATURAL RESOURCE AND
CULTURAL FEATURES
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
LAND USE AND COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
Single-family dwelling
North:
South:
East:
West:
• Lynnhaven River
• Single-family homes / R-40 Residential District
• Single-family homes / R-40 Residential District
• Single-family homes / R-40 Residential District
• Lynnhaven River
•
The site is located in the Chesapeake Bay Preservation Area and
consists of water, marsh, wetlands, and wooded natural areas. 40%
(76,390 square feet) of this site is wetlands, marsh, or below water.
The Comprehensive Plan designates this site as being within the
Suburban Area. The general planning principles for the Suburban
Area focus on preserving and protecting the overall character,
economic value, and aesthetic quality of stable neighborhoods.
IMPACT ON CITY SERVICES
WATER Lot 1 is connected to City water. The existing 5/8 -inch meter (City ID #95055769) may
be used or upgraded to accommodate the proposed development. Lot 2 must connect
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to City water.
SEWER Lot 1 is connected to City sewer. Lot 2 must connect to City sewer. Pump Station #245 is
the receiving pump station for this site.
Water and sanitary sewer service must be verified and improved if necessary so that the new building will
have adequate water pressure, fire protection, and sanitary sewer service.
Section 9.3 of the Subdivision Ordinance states:
No variance shall be authorized by the Council unless it finds that:
A. Strict application of the ordinance would produce undue hardship.
B. The authorization of the variance will not be of substantial detriment to adjacent property,
and the character of the neighborhood will not be adversely affected.
C. The problem involved is not of so general or recurring a nature as to make reasonably
practicable the formulation of general regulations to be adopted as an amendment to the
ordinance.
D. The hardship is created by the physical character of the property, including dimensions
and topography, or by other extraordinary situation or condition of such property, or by
the use or development of property immediately adjacent thereto. Personal or self-
inflicted hardship shall not be considered as grounds for the issuance of a variance.
E. The hardship is created by the requirements of the zoning district in which the property is
located at the time the variance is authorized whenever such variance pertains to
provisions of the Zoning Ordinance incorporated by reference in this ordinance.
EVALUATION AND RECOMMENDATION
The subject site is zoned R-40 Residential and substantially exceeds the minimum lot area standards by
being 4.386 acres in size. Typical of properties adjacent to inland bodies of water including properties in
the vicinity, the subject site has a disproportionately small lot width. The site has 478% of the amount of
required lot area, and only 68% of the required lot width. Based on the hardship caused by the physical
character of the lot, the applicant is requesting a Subdivision Variance to allow the subdivision of the
existing lot into two lots which will both be greatly deficient in lot width.
The site is bordered by the Lynnhaven River to the west and partially to the north; therefore, the applicant
presented their proposed site improvements and subdivision requests to the CBPA Board on July 28,
2014. While, as described on pages 1 and 2, the request was recommended for denial by the
Chesapeake Bay Preservation Area Board Staff, the CBPA Board voted to approve the applicant's
encroachment into the RPA contingent to 25 conditions. These conditions are provided on pages 11
through 14.
To alleviate any concern that "the authorization of the requested Subdivision Variance will not be of,
substantial detriment to adjacent properties, and that the character of the neighborhood,Witl,not be
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adversely affected" (Section 9.3(B), above), the applicant has acquired signatures of support from five
adjacent and nearby property owners. Said signatures have been included near the end of this report.
The physical character and topography of this site presents a hardship. The requested subdivision will
result in two lots that will be similar to existing lots on Bray Road, and that, in Staff's opinion, will not result
in any adverse effect on the surrounding neighborhood. For these reasons, as well as its consistency with
the City of Virginia Beach Comprehensive Plan, Staff recommends approval of this request for a
Subdivision Variance subject to the conditions below.
CONDITIONS
1. A site plan shall be submitted to the Department of Planning, Development Service Center (DSC)
for review and approval prior to issuance of a building permit.
2. Submitted concurrent with the site plan shall be a separate planting/buffer restoration plan
detailing location, number, and species of vegetation to be installed as per the buffer restoration
requirements. The planting / buffer restoration plan shall clearly delineate existing naturalized
area (forest floor), planting beds, turf zones and areas of shoreline vegetation to be managed
permitting sunlight to interface with tidal fringe marsh.
3. Stormwater management shall comply with the requirements set forth within the City Code
Ordinance, Appendix D — Stormwater Management.
4. As required by the Chesapeake Bay Preservation Area Board conditions of approval, all required
restoration, inclusive of a comprehensive (incorporating lot 1 and lot 2) buffer restoration plan
shall be submitted, approved, and restoration installed prior to the recordation of the subdivision
plat.
5. The maximum impervious cover for proposed Lot 1 shall be 16,001 square feet as shown on the
submitted exhibit.
6. The maximum impervious cover for proposed Lot 2 shall be 6,696 square feet as shown on the
submitted exhibit.
7. Located on Lot 1 shall be a 10 -foot wide ingress egress easement to benefit Lot 2 for a shared
driveway. Said easement shall extend westward approximately 320 feet from Bray Road to the
area referred to as "CONCEPTUAL BUILDING & IMPERVIOUS FOOTPRINT".
8. The parcels shall be subdivided substantially in accordance with the submitted preliminary
subdivision plate titled, "NORTHEAST PORTION OF SITE 11," dated 08/14/14, as prepared by
Martin Engineering. Said preliminary subdivision plat has been exhibited to the Virginia Beach
City Council and is on file with the Virginia Beach Planning Department.
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NOTE: Further conditions may be required during the administration of applicable City
Ordinances. Plans submitted with this application may require revision during detailed site plan
review to meet all applicable City Codes and Standards.
The applicant is encouraged to contact and work with the Crime Prevention Office within the
Police Department for crime prevention techniques and Crime Prevention Through Environmental
Design (CPTED) concepts and strategies as they pertain to this site.
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CASE 1: OLD BUSINESS
PROPERTY OWNER:
PROPERTY ADDRESS: 3075 BRAY ROAD
Description: Garrett and Bemadette Alcaraz — 3075 Bray Road
GPIN: 1498-21-6266 — Lynnhaven District
AGENT: Eddie Bourdon, Attorney with Sykes, Bourdon, Ahern & Levy
BOARD ACTION: APPROVED WITH 25 CONDITIONS ON JULY 28, 2014
Standard Site Conditions:
1. A pre -construction meeting shall be held with the CBPA Inspector prior to any land
disturbance, including demolition.
2. Land disturbance shall be limited to the area necessary to provide for the proposed
use or development.
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3. The construction access way, staging area, stockpiling area and contractor parking
area shall be noted on the site plan. Said areas shall be quantified as land
disturbance if not occurring on a paved or graveled surface.
4. Prior to clearing, grading, demolition or construction, suitable protective barriers,
such as safety fencing, shall be erected outside of the dripline (to the greatest
extent practicable) of any tree or stand of trees to be preserved. These protective
barriers shall remain so erected throughout all phases of construction. The storage
of equipment, materials, debris, or fill shall not be allowed within the area protected
by the barrier.
5. Permanent and / or temporary soil stabilization measures shall be applied to all
disturbed / denuded area(s) prior to a final building inspection or certificate of
occupancy. All disturbed or denuded areas shall be stabilized in accordance with
the Virginia Erosion and Sediment Control Law and Regulations.
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CBPA Board Conditions of Approval
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Site Specific Conditions:
6. A site plan shall be submitted to the Department of Planning, Development
Services Center (DSC) for review and approval prior to the issuance of a building
permit.
7. Submitted concurrent with the site plan shall be a separate planting / buffer
restoration plan detailing location, number, and species of vegetation to be installed
as per the buffer restoration requirements. The planting / buffer restoration plan
shall dearly delineate existing naturalized area (forest floor), planting beds, turf
zones and areas of shoreline vegetation to be managed permitting sunlight to
interface with tidal fringe marsh.
8. Stormwater management shall comply with the requirements set forth within the
Code of Ordinances, Appendix D - Stormwater Management.
9. For all areas to be preserved outboard of the limits of construction that are
encroached upon, replacement of existing vegetation shall be provided at a 3:1
ratio for all unauthorized (damaged or removed) vegetation impacts.
10. For both lots, construction limits shall lie a maximum of 10' seaward of
improvements.
11. For both lots, wire reinforced 36" silt fence, for erosion and sedimentation control
measures, shall be installed along the seaward portion of the project prior to any
land disturbance and shall remain in place until such time as vegetative cover is
established. Said silt fence shall be installed 10 feet from proposed improvements.
12. For proposed Lot 2 all areas outside limits of construction shall be left in a natural
state to include the forest floor (leaf litter) left intact. Said condition shall be so
noted on the site plan.
13. For proposed Lot 1 all areas within the RPA, exclusive of limits of construction,
areas of existing landscaped beds, trees, areas of existing leaf litter or forest floor,
and other naturalized areas, such as shoreline vegetation, may not be removed.
14. Buffer restoration shall be installed equal to 200% of the proposed new impervious
cover within the RPA (8,357 sq. ft. x 200% = 16,714 sq. ft.) and shall achieve the
full complement of vegetation consisting of canopy trees, understory trees, shrubs
and groundcovers consistent with the Riparian Buffers Modification & Mitigation
Guidance Manual, prepared by Virginia Dept. of Conservation & Recreation,
Chesapeake Bay Local Assistance. The required restoration shall be located in the
Resource Protection Area, in areas currently devoted to turf or where impervious
cover is removed. The restoration shall be installed beginning in the seaward
portion of the buffer and progressing landward and shall have a mulch layer of
organic material 4" - 6" in depth. Said mulched restoration areas shall be
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CBPA Board Conditions of Approval
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maintained and not removed or allowed to revert to turf in the future_ The required
trees shall be comprised of 50% deciduous and 50% evergreen species and shall
be evenly distributed within the RPA buffer. Trees shall not be planted within 15
feet of the shoreline where such planting would result in marsh shading or
interference with the integrity of shoreline structures. Salt and flood tolerant plant
species shall be planted below the five foot contour to ensure greater survival of the
plantings.
15. All required restoration, inclusive of a comprehensive (incorporating lot 1 and lot 2)
buffer restoration plan shall be submitted, approved, and restoration installed prior
to the recordation of the subdivision plat.
16. The maximum impervious cover for proposed Lot 1 shall be 16,001 square feet as
shown on the submitted exhibit plan referenced by the last condition below.
17. The maximum impervious cover for proposed Lot 2 shall be 6,696 square feet as
shown on the submitted exhibit plan referenced by the last condition below_
18. There shall be no impervious cover added to the existing driveway, exclusive of the
modifications on proposed Lot 1.
19. The pool shape, size, and location for proposed Lot 1 shall be as shown on the
submitted exhibit/site plan. All other new impervious cover would require a
variance granted by the Chesapeake Bay Preservation Area Board.
20. No perimeter fill is authorized outboard of the proposed improvements.
21. **As offered by the applicant of the individual lots, payment shall be made to the
Lynnhaven Oyster Heritage Program concurrent with site plan approval. Payment
shall be calculated in the amount as follows: Proposed impervious cover, divided by
4, divided by 27, times 15, times 1.65 for the amount required. Said amount is
based on 25% of the proposed impervious cover. Said payment shall provide for a
12 -inch deep oyster shell plant within the Lynnhaven River Basin.
22. Mature trees exist adjacent to tidal waters, the select removal of lower tree limbs
shall be performed thereby permitting sunlight to interface with tidal fringe marsh.
23. It is the opinion of the Board that the approval granted is the maximum impervious
cover the site(s) can support.
24. 1f approved, the following note shall be provided on the subdivision plat:
A Chesapeake Bay Preservation Area (CBPA) Board variance was approved July
28, 2014. The variance approval contained conditions for all proposed construction
that delineated limits of impervious cover for each lot. Limits of impervious cover
are shown on the CBPA exhibits and are on file with the Planning Department.
Deviation from said exhibit plan may require re -submittal for Board consideration.
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25. The conditions and approval associated with this variance are based on the exhibit
plan dated June 27, 2014, prepared by Martin Engineering, signed June 27, 2014
by William C. Gerwitz.
Eddie Bourdon, Attorney with Sykes, Bourdon, Ahern & Levy appeared before the
Board representing the applicants.
There was no opposition present.
A motion was made by Mr. Schmidt, seconded by Mr. McNulty to approve the
variance with the 25 conditions as amended (amended Condition 15).
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To: Planning Staff/Planning Commission
Re: Application of Gaiy and Bernadette Alcatraz for Subdivision Variance to
create a second R -4o (40,000 sq. ft.) flag lot already approved by the
Chesapeake Bay Preservation Board at 3075 Bray Road
We are the neighbors of Gary and Bernadette Alcaraz and they have shared with
us their plan to subdivide their 4.3 acre parcel and create a second home site which will
share use of their existing driveway.
We support their request which is similar in character to many other existing
home sites off of Bray Road and throughout the Little Neck an Neck areas.
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Subdivision Variance
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APPLICANT DISCLOSURE
If the applicant is a corporation, partnership, firm, business, or other unincorporated
organization, complete the following:
1. List the applicant name followed by the names of all officers, members, trustees,
partners, etc. below: (Attach list if necessary)
Garrett A. Alcaraz and Bernadette P. Alcaraz, husband and wife
2. List all businesses that have a parent -subsidiary or affiliated business entity2
relationship with the applicant: (Attach list if necessary)
Check here if the applicant is NOT a corporation, partnership, firm, business, or
other unincorporated organization.
PROPERTY OWNER DISCLOSURE
Complete this section only if property owner is different from applicant.
If the property owner is a corporation, partnership, firm, business, or other
unincorporated organization, complete the following:
1. List the property owner name followed by the names of all officers, members,
trustees, partners, etc. below: (Attach list if necessary)
2. List all businesses that have a parent -subsidiary or affiliated business entity2
relationship with the applicant: (Attach list if necessary)
nCheck here if the property owner is NOT a corporation, partnership, firm,
business, or other unincorporated organization.
1 & 2 See next page for footnotes
Does an official or em loyee of the City of Virginia Beach have an interest in the
subject land? Yes No
If yes, what is the name of the official or employee and the nature of their interest?
DISCLOSURE STATEMENT
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ADDITIONAL DISCLOSURES
List all known contractors or businesses that have or will provide services with respect
to the requested property use, including but not limited to the providers of architectural
services, real estate services, financial services, accounting services, and legal
services: (Attach list if necessary)
Martin Engineering
Sykes, Bourdon, Ahem & Levy, P.C.
1 "Parent -subsidiary relationship" means "a relationship that exists when one
corporation directly or indirectly owns shares possessing more than 50 percent of the voting
power of another corporation." See State and Local Government Conflict of Interests Act, Va.
Code § 2.2-3101.
2 "Affiliated business entity relationship" means "a relationship, other than parent -
subsidiary relationship, that exists when (i) one business entity has a controlling ownership
interest in the other business entity, (ii) a controlling owner in one entity is also a controlling
owner in the other entity, or (iii) there is shared management or control between the business
entities. Factors that should be considered in determining the existence of an affiliated
business entity relationship include that the same person or substantially the same person
own or manage the two entities; there are common or commingled funds or assets; the
business entities share the use of the same offices or employees or otherwise share activities,
resources or personnel on a regular basis; or there is otherwise a close working relationship
between the entities." See State and Local Government Conflict of Interests Act, Va. Code §
2.2-3101.
CERTIFICATION: I certify that the information contained herein is true and accurate.
I understand that, upon receipt of notification (postcard) that the application has been scheduled for
public hearing, I am responsible for obtaining and posting the required sign on the subject property at
least 30 days prior to the scheduled public hearing according to the instructions in this package. The
undersigned also consents to entry upon the subject property by employees of the Department of
Planning to photograph and view the site for purposes of processing and evaluating this application.
Applicant's Signature
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DISCLOSURE STATEMENT
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Item #9
Garrett A. & Bernadette P. Alcarez
Variance to the Subdivision Regulations
3075 Bray Road
District 5
Lynnhaven
November 12, 2014
CONSENT
An application of Garrett A. & Bernadette P. Alcarez for a Subdivision Variance to Section 4.4(b) of the
Subdivision Ordinance, which requires that with the exception of lots created by governmental action,
all lots created by subdivision must meet all requirements of the Zoning Ordinance on property located
at 3075 Bray Road, District 5, Lynnhaven. GPIN: 14982162660000.
CONDITIONS
1. A site plan shall be submitted to the Department of Planning, Development Service Center (DSC) for
review and approval prior to issuance of a building permit.
2. Submitted concurrent with the site plan shall be a separate planting/buffer restoration plan
detailing location, number, and species of vegetation to be installed as per the buffer restoration
requirements. The planting / buffer restoration plan shall clearly delineate existing naturalized area
(forest floor), planting beds, turf zones and areas of shoreline vegetation to be managed permitting
sunlight to interface with tidal fringe marsh.
3. Stormwater management shall comply with the requirements set forth within the City Code
Ordinance, Appendix D —Stormwater Management.
4. As required by the Chesapeake Bay Preservation Area Board conditions of approval, all required
restoration, inclusive of a comprehensive (incorporating lot 1 and lot 2) buffer restoration plan shall
be submitted, approved, and restoration installed prior to the recordation of the subdivision plat.
5. The maximum impervious cover for proposed Lot 1 shall be 16,001 square feet as shown on the
submitted exhibit.
6. The maximum impervious cover for proposed Lot 2 shall be 6,696 square feet as shown on the
submitted exhibit.
7. Located on Lot 1 shall be a 10 -foot wide ingress egress easement to benefit Lot 2 for a shared
driveway. Said easement shall extend westward approximately 320 feet from Bray Road to the area
referred to as "CONCEPTUAL BUILDING & IMPERVIOUS FOOTPRINT".
8. The parcels shall be subdivided substantially in accordance with the submitted preliminary
subdivision plate titled, "NORTHEAST PORTION OF SITE 11," dated 08/14/14, as prepared by Martin
Engineering. Said preliminary subdivision plat has been exhibited to the Virginia Beach City Council
and is on file with the Virginia Beach Planning Department.
Item #9
Garrett A. & Bernadette P. Alcarez
Page 2
A motion was made by Commissioner Hodgson and seconded by Commissioner Horsley to approved
item 9.
AYE 11 NAY 0 ABS 0 ABSENT 0
BROCKWELL AYE
HODGSON AYE
HORSLEY AYE
INMAN AYE
OLIVER AYE
REDMOND AYE
RIPLEY AYE
RUCINSKI AYE
RUSSO AYE
THORNTON AYE
WEINER AYE
By a vote of 11-0, the Commission approved item 9 by consent.
Eddie Bourdon appeared before the Commission on behalf of the applicant.
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CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH
AGENDA ITEM
ITEM: STRAWBRIDGE ANIMAL CARE (Applicant) / DELAWARE CORP. (Owner),
Conditional Use Permit (Animal Hospital / Veterinary Establishment). 2400
Castleton Commerce Way (GPIN 2405319813). COUNCIL DISTRICT —
PRINCESS ANNE.
MEETING DATE: December 2, 2014
• Background:
The subject parcel is a portion of a larger, 42 -acre site, now known as Castleton
Commerce Park. The 42 -acre site was rezoned from R-20 Residential to
Conditional 1-2 Industrial District in 2006. The commerce park is screened from
London Bridge Road by a 50 -foot wide buffer. The applicant currently operates
an animal hospital / veterinary establishment at 2129 General Booth Boulevard.
The applicant desires to relocate the business to the subject parcel; however, an
animal hospital is a conditional use in the 1-2 Industrial District. Thus, the
applicant is requesting a Conditional Use Permit.
■ Considerations:
The applicant's proposal includes three separate buildings: a 23,000 square foot,
two-story animal hospital, located adjacent to London Bridge Road; an animal
crematorium; and, an animal boarding facility. While the design of these
structures has not been finalized, several renderings and photographs were
submitted that depict a "contemporary coastal" architectural theme with blue,
white, and beige vinyl lapboard siding, mixed with stone accents and a dark
architectural grade shingle roof. Vehicular ingress and egress into the facility will
be via the commerce park's signalized, single access point on London Bridge
Road. According to the application, the business will employ approximately 20
individuals and conduct business from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., but will also be
available for emergency services.
Further information pertaining to the applicant's proposal, as well as Staff's
evaluation of the request, are provided in the attached staff report.
There was no opposition to the request.
• Recommendations:
The Planning Commission placed this item on the Consent Agenda, passing a
motion by a recorded vote of 11-0, to recommend approval of this request to the
City Council with the following conditions:
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1. When the buildings are constructed, the architectural style, exterior
building materials and earth -tone color scheme shall all be in substantial
conformance with the submitted exhibits entitled, "Strawbridge Animal
Care, page 1," and "Strawbridge Animal Care, page 2," which have been
exhibited to the Virginia Beach City Council and are on file in the Planning
Department and shall be limited to two stories in height. Building
elevations shall be submitted to the Planning Department for review during
the final site plan review process. Final building design, exterior building
materials, and color scheme of the buildings shall be subject to the
Planning Director's approval.
2. Foundation plantings shall be installed along the full length of the facade
facing London Bridge Road, as specified by the City of Virginia Beach
Landscaping Guide.
3. No chain-link fence shall be permitted on the site within view of any right-
of-way. The use of barbed wire shall be prohibited.
4. No mechanical equipment shall be permitted to be located between any
building and the right-of-way, and furthermore, shall not be visible from
any right-of-way.
• Attachments:
Staff Report and Disclosure Statements
Minutes of Planning Commission Hearing
Location Map
Recommended Action: Staff recommends approval. Planning Commission
recommends approval.
Submitting Department/Agency: Planning Department /V./
City Manager:
PRINCESS ANNE
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November 12, 2014 Public
Hearing
APPLICANT:
STRAWBRIDGE
ANIMAL CARE
PROPERTY OWNER:
DELAWARE CORP.,
INC.
STAFF PLANNERS: James McNamara & Carolyn A.K. Smith
REQUEST:
Conditional Use Permit (Animal Hospital / Veterinary Establishment)
ADDRESS / DESCRIPTION: 2400 and 2402 Castleton Commerce Way
GPIN:
24053198130000
ELECTION DISTRICT: SITE SIZE: AICUZ:
PRINCESS ANNE 3.02 acres 70-75 dB DNL
BACKGROUND / DETAILS OF PROPOSAL
•
Background
The subject parcel is a portion of a larger, 42 -acre site, now known as Castleton Commerce Park. The 42 -
acre site was rezoned from R-20 Residential to Conditional 1-2 Industrial District in 2006. The commerce
park is screened from London Bridge Road by a 50 -foot wide buffer. The applicant currently operates a
similar veterinary / animal hospital business at 2129 General Booth Boulevard. If the requested Use
Permit is approved, that hospital will be relocated to the subject site.
Details
The applicant requests a Conditional Use Permit to allow development of three acres for an animal
hospital / veterinarian establishment. Three separate buildings are proposed: a 23,000 square foot, two-
story animal hospital, located adjacent to London Bridge Road; an animal crematorium; and, an animal
boarding facility. While the design of these structures has not been finalized, several renderings and
photographs were submitted that reflect the applicant's architectural design vision. These graphics depict
a "contemporary coastal" theme with blue, white, and beige vinyl lapboard siding, mixed with stone
accents and a dark architectural grade shingle roof. Vehicular ingress and egress into the facility will be
via the commerce park's signalized, single access point on London Bridge Road. According to the
STRAWBRIDGE ANIMAL CARE
Agenda Item 6
Page 1
application, the business will employ approximately 20 individuals and operate from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00
p.m. for normal business operations, as well as needed for emergency services.
LAND USE AND COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
EXISTING LAND USE: Undeveloped parcel within industrial park
SURROUNDING LAND North: • Self -storage / 1-2 Industrial District
USE AND ZONING: South: • London Bridge Road
• Single-family homes / PD -H2 (R-10) Planned
Development
East: • Self -storage / 1-1 Industrial District
• Single-family homes / R-20 Residential
West: • Castleton Commerce Way
• Industrial uses / 1-2 Industrial District
NATURAL RESOURCE AND
CULTURAL FEATURES:
The property lies within the Southern Watersheds Management
Area. Prior to the development of the site as an industrial
commerce park, the property was used for agricultural cultivation.
As such, this site was void of any trees or any other significant
environmental features.
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN: The Comprehensive Plan designates this area of the City as being within
the Suburban Area and, more specifically, within Special Economic Growth Area 3 (SEGA 3), South
Oceana. The SEGAs are located adjacent to NAS Oceana and have significant economic value and
growth potential, targeting land uses compatible with the military uses. The City supports development of
and redevelopment of SEGAs consistent with AICUZ provisions and the City's economic growth
strategy. SEGA 3 is a Targe hourglass shaped tract of land encompassing properties on both sides of
Dam Neck Road between Holland Road and Corporate Landing Parkway.
IMPACT ON CITY SERVICES
MASTER TRANSPORTATION PLAN (MTP) / CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (CIP): London
Bridge Road is a four -lane minor arterial roadway. There are no current Roadway CIP projects planned
for this section of the roadway.
TRAFFIC:
Street Name
Present
Volume
Present Capacity
Generated Traffic
London Bridge
Road
24,600 ADT 1
14,800 ADT 1(Level of
Service "C") - 27,400
ADT 1 (Level of Service
"E")
Existing Land Use 2
—190 ADT
Proposed Land Use 3
—109 ADT
'Average Daily Trips
Pas defined by three acres of typical 1-2land. uses
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Agenda Item 6
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as defined by animal hospital/veterinary clinic
WATER: This site is currently connected to City water. There is an existing one -inch meter that can be
used or upgraded to accommodate the proposed development. There is an existing 16 -inch City water
main along London Bridge Road.
SEWER: City gravity sewer is not available. Health Department approval is required for any septic
systems. A private sanitary sewer pump station and force main may be used to connect to City sanitary
sewer.
EVALUATION AND RECOMMENDATION
The site is in an AICUZ of 70 to 75 dB DNL surrounding NAS Oceana. The United States Navy has a
perpetual restrictive easement over the property that governs the types of development permitted on the
site. Specifically, the property is located in District P-996 of the Oceana Protective Easement Area. This
easement allows the site to be developed with a variety of uses, including veterinary establishments,
animal hospitals, pounds, shelters, commercial kennels, and any customarily accessory and clearly
incidental and subordinate activities to those uses.
Due to the presence of an established residential neighborhood (Castleton) to the south, building design
and plantings are extremely important. The submitted drawings and photographs depict an attractive
"contemporary coastal" design for the three proposed buildings. The site layout will be similar to that
approved with the 2006 proffered plan. That plan showed the buildings behind a 50 -foot wide buffer
adjacent to London Bridge Road, with parking spaces to the rear of the building, screened from the right-
of-way. In Staff's opinion, the design of these proposed structures will be superior to any of the industrial
structures in the vicinity.
The Comprehensive Plan is clear that industrial uses, and other non-residential uses, are appropriate for
this part of the city. In addition, non-residential, industrial uses such as an animal hospital / veterinarian
establishment are compatible within the 70 to 75 dB DNL AICUZ. Staff recommends approval of this
request as conditioned below.
CONDITIONS
1. When the buildings are constructed, the architectural style, exterior building materials and earth -
tone color scheme shall all be in substantial conformance with the submitted exhibits entitled,
"Strawbridge Animal Care, page 1," and "Strawbridge Animal Care, page 2," which have been
exhibited to the Virginia Beach City Council and are on file in the Planning Department and shall
be limited to two stories in height. Building elevations shall be submitted to the Planning
Department for review during the final site plan review process. Final building design, exterior
building materials, and color scheme of the buildings shall be subject to the Planning Director's
approval.
STRAWBRIDGE ANIMAL CARE
Agenda It€rn 6
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2. Foundation plantings shall be installed along the full length of the facade facing London Bridge
Road, as specified by the City of Virginia Beach Landscaping Guide.
3. No chain-link fence shall be permitted on the site within view of any right-of-way. The use of
barbed wire shall be prohibited.
4. No mechanical equipment shall be permitted to be located between any building and the right-
of-way, and furthermore, shall not be visible from any right-of-way.
NOTE: Further conditions may be required during the administration of applicable City
Ordinances and Standards. Any site plan submitted with this application may require revision
during detailed site plan review to meet all applicable City Codes and Standards. All applicable
permits required by the City Code, including those administered by the Department of Planning /
Development Services Center and Department of Planning / Permits and Inspections Division,
and the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, are required before any uses allowed by this Use
Permit are valid.
The applicant is encouraged to contact and work with the Crime Prevention Office within the
Police Department for crime prevention techniques and Crime Prevention Through
Environmental Design (CPTED) concepts and strategies as they pertain to this site.
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AERIAL OF SITE LOCATION
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CONCEPTUAL RENDERING OF
PROPOSED STRUCTURE
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Agenda Item 6
Page 6
PHOTO OF A STRUCTURE
INDICATIVE OF THE PROPOSED BUILDING DESIGN
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Agenda Item 6
Page 7
DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY
NAVAL AIR STATION OCEANA
1750 TOMCAT BOULEVARD
VIRGINIA BEACH, VIRGINIA 23460-2191
Ms. Blair Hollowell
1634 Cutty Sark Road
Virginia Beach, VA 23454
Dear Ms. Hollowell:
IN REPLY REFER TO
4535
Ser N4/340
2 Oct 14
Thank you for your request of an Easement Compliance Review for
your use of property located at 2400 and 2404 Castleton Commerce Way,
Virginia Beach, Virginia.
I reviewed an analysis prepared by a Navy Real Estate Contracting
Officer and I agree with the conclusion that the property is subject
to restrictions resulting from a Grant of Easement (GOE) owned by the
United States of America. Enclosed is a copy of this Review and
Findings for your convenience.
The proposed use of the property is described as a veterinary
establishment, including veterinary rehab, kennel/boarding, animal
crematorium, animal training and animal grooming, office use
maintained in connection with the veterinary establishment and retail
sales that are auxiliary to the veterinary establishment. The
proposed use appears to be compliant with the language in the GOE and
is therefore permitted provided you adhere to all terms of the GOE
including the restriction on height.
Be aware that our determination is based on your representations
regarding the use and location of the property. Please be advised
that the Navy will periodically conduct random reviews, in the field,
of the properties encumbered by covenants and restrictions to ensure
that the interests of the United States are protected.
My point of contact for this matter is Mr. Paul Moomaw, he can be
reached at 341-1509 or via e-mail at •...1.moomaw@na .mil.
Sin
S. Navy
mmanding Officer
Enclosure: 1. Real Estate Contracting Officer's Review and
Findings
Copy to: NAVFAC MIDLANT (Codes ARE3 & PRA12)
RESTRICTIVE EASEMENT
COMPLIANCE REVIEW LETTER
STRAWBRIDGE ANIMAL CARE
Agenda Item -6
Page 8
PRINCESS ANNE
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Strawbridge Animal Care
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ZONING HISTORY
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DATE
REQUEST
ACTION
1
11/25/03
Street Closure
Granted
09/14/93
Street Closure
Granted
2
12/11/07
Modification of Proffers
Granted
05/23/06
Conditional Rezoning (R-20 Residential to Conditional 1-2 Industrial)
Granted
3
10/10/06
Modification of Conditions
Granted
02/22/05
Conditional Rezoning (AG -1 & 2 Agricultural to Conditional 1-1 Light
Industrial)
Granted
4
01/14/85
Rezoning (R-3 Residential to R-5 Residential)
Granted
STRAWBRIDGE ANIMAL CARE
Agenda Item 6
Page 9
APPLICANT DISCLOSURE
If the applicant is a corporation, partnership, firm, business, or other unincorporated
organization, complete the following:
1. List the applicant name followed by the names of all officers, members, trustees,
partners, etc. below: (Attach list if necessary)
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2. List all businesses that have a parent -subsidiary' or affiliated business entity2
relationship with the applicant: (Attach list if necessary)
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other unincorporated organization. partnership, firm, business, or
PROPERTY OWNER DISCLOSURE
Complete this section only if property owner is different from applicant.
If the property owner is a corporation, partnership, firm, business, or other
unincorporated organization, complete the following:
1. List the property owner name followed by the names of all officers, members,
trustees, partners, etc. below: (Attach list if necessary)
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List all businesses that have a parent -subsidiary' or affiliated business enti
relationship with the applicant: (Attach list if necessary)
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business, or other unincorporated organization.
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Does an official or em loyee of�City of Virginia Beach have an interest in the
subject land? Yes No
If yes, what is the name of the official or employee and the nature of their interest?
DISCLOSURE STATEMENT
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ADDITIONAL DISCLOSURES
List all known contractors or businesses that have or will provide services with respect
to the requested property use, including but not limited to the providers of architectural
services, real estate services, financial services, accounting services, and legal
services: (Attach list if necessary)
"Parent -subsidiary relationship" means "a relationship that exists when one
corporation directly or indirectly owns shares possessing more than 50 percent of the voting
power of another corporation." See State and Local Govemment Conflict of Interests Act, Va.
Code § 2.2-3101.
2 "Affrliatec1 business entity relationship" means "a relationship, other than parent -
subsidiary relationship, that exists when (i) one business entity has a controlling ownership
interest in the other business entity, (ii) a controlling owner in one entity is also a controlling
owner in the other entity, or (iii) there is shared management or control between the business
entities. Factors that should be considered in determining the existence of an affiliated
business entity relationship include that the same person or substantially the same person
own or manage the two entities; there are common or commingled funds or assets; the
business entities share the use of the same offices or employees or otherwise share activities,
resources or personnel on a regular basis; or there is otherwise a close working relationship
between the entities." See State and Local Govemment Conflict of Interests Act, Va. Code §
2.2-3101.
CERTIFICATION: I certify that the information contained herein is true and accurate.
I understand that, upon receipt of notification (postcard) that the application has been scheduled for
public hearing, I am responsible for obtaining and posting the required sign on the subject property at
least 30 days prior to the scheduled public hearing according to the instructions in this package. The
undersigned also consents to entry upon the subject property by employees of the Department of
Planning to photograph and view the site for purposes of processing and evaluating this application.
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Agenda Item 6
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Item #6
Strawbridge Animal Care
Conditional Use Permit
2400 Castleton Commerce Way
District 7
Princess Anne
November 12, 2014
CONSENT
An application of Strawbridge Animal Care for a Conditional Use Permit (Animal Hospital / Veterinary
Establishment) on property located at 2400 and 2402 Castleton Commerce Way, District 7, Princess
Anne. GPIN: 24053198130000.
CONDITIONS
1. When the buildings are constructed, the architectural style, exterior building materials and earth -
tone color scheme shall all be in substantial conformance with the submitted exhibits entitled,
"Strawbridge Animal Care, page 1," and "Strawbridge Animal Care, page 2," which have been
exhibited to the Virginia Beach City Council and are on file in the Planning Department and shall be
limited to two stories in height. Building elevations shall be submitted to the Planning Department
for review during the final site plan review process. Final building design, exterior building materials,
and color scheme of the buildings shall be subject to the Planning Director's approval.
2. Foundation plantings shall be installed along the full length of the facade facing London Bridge Road,
as specified by the City of Virginia Beach Landscaping Guide.
3. No chain-link fence shall be permitted on the site within view of any right-of-way. The use of barbed
wire shall be prohibited.
4. No mechanical equipment shall be permitted to be located between any building and the right-of-
way, and furthermore, shall not be visible from any right-of-way.
A motion was made by Commissioner Hodgson and seconded by Commissioner Horsley to approved
item 6.
AYE 11 NAY 0 ABS 0 ABSENT 0
BROCKWELL AYE
HODGSON AYE
HORSLEY AYE
INMAN AYE
OLIVER AYE
REDMOND AYE
RIPLEY AYE
RUCINSKI AYE
RUSSO AYE
Item #6
Strawbridge Animal Care
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THORNTON AYE
WEINER AYE
By a vote of 11-0, the Commission approved item 6 by consent.
Blair Howell appeared before the Commission on behalf of the applicant.
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AGENDA ITEM
ITEM: BEACH MOTOR SPORTS (Applicant) / PATRICK CUNNINGHAM (Owner),
Conditional Use Permit (Small Engine Repair and Service), 2976-80
Virginia Beach Boulevard (GPIN 1497262011). COUNCIL DISTRICT —
LYNNHAVEN.
MEETING DATE: June 17, 2014
■ Background:
The applicant's business, Honda of Virginia Beach, is currently located at 2970
Virginia Beach Boulevard, which is directly to the east of the parcel that is the
subject of this application. The applicant's business consists of the sale and
service of motorcycles, all -terrain vehicles (ATVs), and motorized scooters. The
applicant's lease for use of the current location is expiring, and the applicant's
search for a new location resulted in the applicant finding that the adjacent
property to the west was available. The applicant, therefore, is requesting a Use
Permit for that property (2976-2980 Virginia Beach Boulevard), which will allow
the relocation to proceed.
• Considerations:
The property has been used for a retail business, Polynesian Pools. There are
two buildings separated by a 15.5 -foot wide driveway. The building on the
eastern side of the parcel consists of a 4,472 square foot (SF) retail store section
at the front of the lot and a two-story 8,354 SF storage section at the rear of the
lot. The applicant will operate motorcycle sales from the front portion of the
building. The rear portion of that building will be occupied by the service and
repair facility. The service and repair area is not visible from Virginia Beach
Boulevard, and the repairs will occur inside the structure. The hours of operation
are Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to
5:00 p.m. There are four employees.
Further details pertaining to the proposal, as well as Staffs evaluation of the
request, are provided in the attached staff report.
There was no opposition to the request.
• Recommendations:
The Planning Commission placed this item on the Consent Agenda, passing a
motion by a recorded vote of 11-0, to recommend approval of this request to the
City Council with the following conditions:
BEACH MOTOR SPORTS
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1. The operation of the business shall occur between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and
7:00 p.m.
2. There shall be no storage of equipment, engines, tools, fuel, and similar
supplies outside the building.
3. Any new lighting installed on the site shall be directed downward and shielded
to prevent Tight overspill on to adjacent residential property.
4. Motorcycles and other small -engine vehicles may be displayed outside within
the easternmost nine (9) feet of the parking lot. No vehicle shall be displayed
within the public right-of-way (the grassed area adjacent to Virginia Beach
Boulevard).
5. Any existing electronic display (LED) signs located on the building or site shall
be removed.
6. All signs on the site shall be brought into conformance with the requirements
of the City Zoning Ordinance.
7. The applicant shall contact the City Landscape Management Administrator to
discuss the planting of street -frontage shrubs within the grassed area along
the Virginia Beach Boulevard right-of-way, adjacent to the parking lot. As
deemed appropriate and as approved, the applicant shall plant shrubs of the
type, size, and spacing designated by the Landscape Management
Administrator.
8. The existing fence along the northern property line shall be repaired or
replaced and shall be relocated such that the entire fence is located on the
subject property.
• Attachments:
Staff Report and Disclosure Statements
Minutes of Planning Commission Hearing
Location Map
Recommended Action: Staff recommends approval. Planning Commission
recommends approval.
Submitting Department/Agency: Planning Department
City Manager: A
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REQUEST:
Conditional Use Permit (Small Engine Repair & Service)
ADDRESS / DESCRIPTION: 2976-2980 Virginia Beach Blvd
1 1
November 12, 2014 Public
Hearing
APPLICANT:
BEACH MOTOR
SPORTS T/A/
HONDA OF
VIRGINIA BEACH
PROPERTY OWNER:
THOMAS G
SHARPE JR
FAMILY TRUST &
JATO, INC.
STAFF PLANNER: Stephen J. White
GPIN: ELECTION DISTRICT: SITE SIZE:
14972620110000 LYNNHAVEN 0.80 acre
AICUZ:
70 to 75 dB DNL
BACKGROUND / DETAILS OF PROPOSAL
•
Background
The applicant's business, Honda of Virginia Beach, is currently located at 2970 Virginia Beach Boulevard,
which is directly to the east of the parcel that is the subject of this application. The applicant's business
consists of the sale and service of motorcycles, all -terrain vehicles (ATVs), and motorized scooters. The
applicant's lease for use of the current location is expiring, and the applicant's search for a new location
resulted in the applicant finding that the adjacent property to the west was available. The applicant,
therefore, is requesting a Use Permit for that property (2976-2980 Virginia Beach Boulevard), which will
allow the relocation to proceed.
Details
BEACH MOTOR SPORTS T/A
HONDA OF VIRGINIA BEACH
Agenda Item 11
Page 1
The property is currently used for a retail business, Polynesian Pools, which utilizes two buildings
separated by a 15.5 -foot wide driveway. The building on the eastern side of the parcel consists of a 4,472
square foot (SF) retail store section at the front of the lot and a two-story 8,354 SF storage section at the
rear of the lot. The building on the western side of the parcel consists of a one-story 6,710 SF building
that has been used until recently for a mix of retail and storage. There are 22 parking spaces between the
building fronts and the Virginia Beach Boulevard right-of-way. An area of ten unmarked parking spaces is
located between the retail and storage section of the building on the eastern side of the parcel.
The applicant will operate the motorcycle sales from the front portion of the building on the eastern side of
the parcel. The rear portion of that building will be occupied by the service and repair facility. The area is
not visible from Virginia Beach Boulevard, and the repairs will occur inside the structure. The hours of
operation are Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
There are four employees.
The applicant is not proposing any alterations to the exterior of the building.
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LAND USE AND COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
EXISTING LAND USE: Retail sales
SURROUNDING LAND North: • Single-family dwellings / R-7.5 Residential District
USE AND ZONING: • Multifamily dwellings / A-18 Apartment District
South: • Virginia Beach Boulevard
• Motor vehicle sales and service; retail / B-2 Community
Business District
East: • Retail / B-2 Community Business District
West: • Office -Retail / B-2 Community Business District
NATURAL RESOURCE AND
CULTURAL FEATURES:
The site is completely impervious. There is a grassed area
adjacent to Virginia Beach Boulevard; however, when Virginia
Beach Boulevard was widened in the past, the grassed area
became part of the public right-of-way. The applicant is making no
physical changes to the site.
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN: The subject parcel is located within the Lynnhaven Strategic Growth Area
(SGA). The vision for this SGA is to transform aging or under-utilized commercial properties into a higher
intensity, pedestrian -friendly employment, and lifestyle center in a transit -ready setting. The SGA Master
Plan notes that this area is a prime location for a range of non-residential uses. This includes existing
uses, which over time can be better organized to support the urban character goals of the City's SGAs
and be transit -supportive since they are within easy walking distance of a future planned transit station
on the south side of Southern Boulevard.
BEACH MOTOR. SPORT§ T/A
HONDA OF VIRGINIA BEACH
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IMPACT ON CITY SERVICES
There will be no impact on City services as a result of this conditional use permit request, as the
requests consists of an existing business relocating from one parcel to an adjacent parcel.
EVALUATION AND RECOMMENDATION
The applicant has conducted business, including service and repair, at the existing location without any
complaints being filed with the Zoning Inspections Office. The move to the new location will occur without
any modifications to the current procedures and operations associated with the business. The repairs will
occur inside the building, which will eliminate or significantly reduce noise impact on the adjacent
residential area.
The applicant is not proposing any changes to the exterior of the building; however, Staff is
recommending conditions below that will ensure any future changes are consistent with the
Comprehensive Plan's design guidelines. The parking on the site is sufficient, but the stripes designating
the spaces need to be painted, as they have faded. The planting of shrubs within the grassed area at the
front of the site would be an aesthetic improvement to the site. As noted earlier in this report, however,
that area is within the Virginia Beach Boulevard right-of-way. Thus, Staff is recommending the planting of
shrubs within the grassed area, but the applicant will need to contact the City's Landscape Management
Office to discuss the specific guidelines for such landscaping.
Staff recommends approval of this request with the conditions below.
CONDITIONS
1. The operation of the business shall occur between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m.
2. There shall be no storage of equipment, engines, tools, fuel, and similar supplies outside the
building.
3. Any new lighting installed on the site shall be directed downward and shielded to prevent light
overspill on to adjacent residential property.
4. Motorcycles and other small -engine vehicles may be displayed outside within the easternmost
nine (9) feet of the parking lot. No vehicle shall be displayed within the public right-of-way (the
grassed area adjacent to Virginia Beach Boulevard).
BEACH MOTOR °SPORTS,T/A
HONDA OF VIRGINIA BEACH
Agenda Ito 11
Page
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5. Any existing electronic display (LED) signs located on the building or site shall be removed.
6. All signs on the site shall be brought into conformance with the requirements of the City Zoning
Ordinance.
7. The applicant shall contact the City Landscape Management Administrator to discuss the
planting of street -frontage shrubs within the grassed area along the Virginia Beach Boulevard
right-of-way, adjacent to the parking lot. As deemed appropriate and as approved, the applicant
shall plant shrubs of the type, size, and spacing designated by the Landscape Management
Administrator.
8. The existing fence along the northern property line shall be repaired or replaced and shall be
relocated such that the entire fence is located on the subject property.
NOTE: Further conditions may be required during the administration of applicable City
Ordinances and Standards. Any site plan submitted with this application may require revision
during detailed site plan review to meet all applicable City Codes and Standards. All applicable
permits required by the City Code, including those administered by the Department of Planning /
Development Services Center and Department of Planning / Permits and Inspections Division,
and the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, are required before any uses allowed by this Use
Permit are valid.
The applicant is encouraged to contact and work with the Crime Prevention Office within the
Police Department for crime prevention techniques and Crime Prevention Through
Environmental Design (CPTED) concepts and strategies as they pertain to this site.
BEACH MOTOR °SPORTST/A
HONDA OF VIRGINIA BEACH
Agenda Ir 11
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ACTION
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02/22/2000
Conditional Use Permit (Motor Vehicle Sales)
Approved
2
11/26/2002
Conditional Use Permit (Convenience Store with Fuel Pumps)
Approved
12/11/2007
Modification of Conditions
Approved
3
05/26/2009
Conditional Use Permit (Religious Use — church)
Approved
BEACH MOTOR SPORTS T/A
HONDA OF VIRGINIA BEACH
Agenda Item 11
Page 7
ADDITIONAL DISCLOSURES
List all known contractors or businesses that have or will provide services with respect
to the requested property use, including but not limited to the providers of architectural
services, real estate services, financial services, accounting services, and legal
services: (Attach list if necessary)
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' "Parent -subsidiary relationship" means "a relationship that exists when one
corporation directly or indirectly owns shares possessing more than 50 percent of the voting
power of another corporation." See State and Local Government Conflict of Interests Act, Va.
Code § 2.2-3101.
2 "Affiliated business entity relationship" means "a relationship, other than parent -
subsidiary relationship, that exists when (i) one business entity has a controlling ownership
interest in the other business entity, (ii) a controlling owner in one entity is also a controlling
owner in the other entity, or (iii) there is shared management or control between the business
entities. Factors that should be considered in determining the existence of an affiliated
business entity relationship include that the same person or substantially the same person
own or manage the two entities; there are common or commingled funds or assets; the
business entities share the use of the same offices or employees or otherwise share activities,
resources or personnel on a regular basis; or there is otherwise a close working relationship
between the entities." See State and Local Government Conflict of Interests Act, Va. Code §
2.2-3101.
CERTIFICATION: I certify that the information contained herein is true and accurate.
I understand that, upon receipt of notification (postcard) that the application has been scheduled for
public hearing, I am responsible for obtaining and posting the required sign on the subject property at
least 30 days prior to the scheduled public hearing according to the instructions in this package. The
undersi • ed also consents to entry upon the subject property by employees of the Department of
Plan ; ; 4•hotograph . : view the site for purposes of processing and evaluating this application.
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HONDA OF VIRGINIA BEACH
Agenda Item 11
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APPLICANT DISCLOSURE
If the applicant is a corporation, partnership, firm, business, or other unincorporated
organization, complete the following:
1. List the applicant name followed by the names of all officers, members, trustees,
partners, etc.c.below: (Attach list if necessary)
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relationship with the applicant: (Attach list if necessary)
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other unincorporated organization.
PROPERTY OWNER DISCLOSURE
Complete this section only if properly owner is different from applicant.
If the property owner is a corporation, partnership, firm, business, or other
unincorporated organization, complete the following:
1. List the property owner name followed by the names of all officers, members,
trustees, partners, etc. below: (Attach list if necessary)
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Agenda Item 11
Page 9
Item #11
Beach Motor Sports
Conditional Use Permit
2970-80 Virginia Beach Boulevard
District 5
Lynnhaven
November 12, 2014
CONSENT
An application of Beach Motor Sports for a Conditional Use Permit (Small Engine Repair & Service) on
property located at 2976-2980 Virginia Beach Boulevard, District 5, Lynnhaven. GPIN:
14972620110000.
CONDITIONS
1. The operation of the business shall occur between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m.
2. There shall be no storage of equipment, engines, tools, fuel, and similar supplies outside the
building.
3. Any new lighting installed on the site shall be directed downward and shielded to prevent light
overspill on to adjacent residential property.
4. Motorcycles and other small -engine vehicles may be displayed outside within the easternmost nine
(9) feet of the parking lot. No vehicle shall be displayed within the public right-of-way (the grassed
area adjacent to Virginia Beach Boulevard).
5. Any existing electronic display (LED) signs located on the building or site shall be removed.
6. All signs on the site shall be brought into conformance with the requirements of the City Zoning
Ordinance.
7. The applicant shall contact the City Landscape Management Administrator to discuss the planting of
street -frontage shrubs within the grassed area along the Virginia Beach Boulevard right-of-way,
adjacent to the parking lot. As deemed appropriate and as approved, the applicant shall plant
shrubs of the type, size, and spacing designated by the Landscape Management Administrator.
8. The existing fence along the northern property line shall be repaired or replaced and shall be
relocated such that the entire fence is located on the subject property.
A motion was made by Commissioner Hodgson and seconded by Commissioner Horsley to approved
item 11.
AYE 10 NAY 0 ABS 1 ABSENT 0
BROCKWELL AYE
Item #11
Beach Motor Sports
Page 2
HODGSON AYE
HORSLEY AYE
INMAN AYE
OLIVER AYE
REDMOND AYE
RIPLEY AYE
RUCINSKI AYE
RUSSO AYE
THORNTON
WEINER AYE
ABS
By a vote of 10-0-1, with the abstention so noted, the Commission approved item 11.
The applicant Patrick Cunningham appeared before the Commission.
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CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH
AGENDA ITEM
ITEM: STEVE BARNES (Applicant), Conditional Use Permit for a Farm Stand.
1076 Sandbridge Road (GPIN 2423267173). COUNCIL DISTRICT —
PRINCESS ANNE.
MEETING DATE: December 2, 2014
• Background:
The applicant requests a Conditional Use Permit to allow for a farm stand that
exceeds 3,500 square feet. The existing 2,250 square foot farm stand is located
on an approximately 38 -acre parcel. It is the intent of the applicant to subdivide
the parcel to create a 4.96 -acre lot that will contain the farm stand, as well as
growing fields for soy, herbs, and cut -flowers.
• Considerations:
The applicant wishes to enlarge the existing farm stand to 5,400 square feet. The
addition will increase the footprint of the farm stand by 15 feet on both sides and
the rear of the structure. Parking is accommodated in a gravel area to the front of
the farm stand. The two ingress/egress access points from Sandbridge Road will
remain. The farm stand is open from late April until mid-September and has
hours of operation of 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The farm stand sells locally produced
poultry, meats, eggs, flowers, and a variety of other locally grown and
manufactured products. The owner of the farm stand has a Farm Service Agency
(FSA) number from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and
operates a farm in the City.
No changes are proposed to the operation of the farm stand. The addition will be
constructed to match the design of the existing structure. The site also contains
growing fields that will be cultivated and the products sold at the farm stand. The
proposed expansion is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan's land use
policies for the Suburban Area, as well as being consistent with the character of
the surrounding area. Additionally, this proposal meets the requirements of
Section 401 (d) of the Zoning Ordinance for a farm stand.
Further details pertaining to the proposal, as well as Staff's evaluation of the
request, are provided in the attached staff report.
There was no opposition to the request.
STEVE BARNES
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• Recommendations:
The Planning Commission placed this item on the Consent Agenda, passing a
motion by a recorded vote of 11-0, to recommend approval of this request to the
City Council as with the following conditions:
1. With the exception of any modifications required by any of these
conditions or as a result of development site plan review, the addition shall
be developed substantially in conformance with the submitted site drawing
entitled, "STEVE BARNES- FARM STAND EXPANSION, 1076
SANDBRIDGE ROAD", prepared by the Planning Staff and reviewed by
the applicant.
2. With the exception of any modifications required as a result of the review
process for recording the final plat, the property shall be subdivided as
shown on the site plan entitled "Exhibit A", prepared by Phil Bonifant.
3. The farm stand shall not be open for business except between the hours
of 7:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m.
• Attachments:
Staff Report and Disclosure Statements
Minutes of Planning Commission Hearing
Location Map
Recommended Action: Staff recommends approval. Planning Commission
recommends approval.
Submitting Department/Agency: Planning Department
City Manager. l)"2,
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Steve Barnes
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November 12, 2014 Public
Hearing
APPLICANT:
STEVE BARNES
STAFF PLANNER: Kevin Kemp
REQUEST:
Conditional Use Permit for a farm stand in excess of 3,500 square feet
ADDRESS / DESCRIPTION: 1076 Sandbridge Road
GPIN: ELECTION DISTRICT: SITE SIZE: AICUZ:
24232671730000 Princess Anne 38.27 acres (4.96- Less than 65 dB DNL
new parcel)
BACKGROUND / DETAILS OF PROPOSAL
•
Background / Details:
The applicant requests a Conditional Use Permit to allow for a farm stand to exceed 3,500 square feet.
The existing 2,250 square foot farm stand is located on an approximately 38 acre parcel. It is the intent of
the applicant to subdivide the parcel and create a 4.96 acre lot that will contain the farm stand, as well as
growing fields for soy, herbs and cut -flowers.
The applicant wishes to enlarge the existing farm stand to 5,400 square feet. The addition will increase
the footprint of the farm stand by 15 feet on both sides and the rear of the structure. Parking is
accommodated in a gravel area to the front of the farm stand. The two ingress/egress access points from
Sandbridge Road will remain. The farm stand is open from late April until mid-September and has hours
of operation of 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The farm stand sells locally produced poultry, meats, eggs, flowers
and a variety of other locally grown and manufactured products. The owner of the farm stand has a Farm
Service Agency (FSA) number from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and operates a
farm in the City.
STEVE BARNES
Agenda Item D1
Page 1
4
LAND USE AND COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
EXISTING LAND USE: Farm stand and
SURROUNDING LAND
USE AND ZONING:
North:
South:
East:
West:
NATURAL RESOURCE AND
CULTURAL FEATURES:
growing fields
• Growing fields / AG -1 Agriculture District
• Sandbridge Road
• Single-family home & growing fields / AG -2 Agriculture
District
• Single-family home / AG -2 Agriculture District
• Single-family home / AG -2 Agriculture District
A majority of the site is undeveloped land used to farm flowers,
soy beans and herbs. A portion of the site is developed with a
farm stand and gravel parking area. The site is located in the
Southern Watershed. There do not appear to be any significant
natural resources or cultural features associated with the site.
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN: The Comprehensive Plan designates this site as being within the Suburban
Area. The general planning principles for the Suburban Area focus on preserving and protecting the
overall character, economic value, and aesthetic quality of stable neighborhoods. Achieving the goals of
preserving neighborhood quality requires that all new development or redevelopment, whether
residential or non-residential, either maintain or enhance the overall area. This is accomplished through
compatibility with surroundings, attractiveness of site and buildings, environmental responsibility,
livability, and effective buffering of residential from other residential and non-residential with respect to
type, size, intensity, and relationship to the surrounding uses. (pp. 3-1 to 3-3)
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IMPACT ON CITY SERVICES
MASTER TRANSPORTATION PLAN (MTP) / CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (CIP):
Sandbridge Road is a two-lane minor rural arterial in the vicinity of this site. This section of Sandbridge
Road has a variable right-of-way width and it is included on the Master Transportation Plan as an
ultimate 100 foot right-of-way rural two lane section. There is currently no capital improvement project
scheduled for this segment of Sandbridge Road.
STEVE BAR
Agenda Ite,
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TRAFFIC:
Street Name
Present
Volume
Present Capacity
Generated Traffic
Sandbridge Road
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13,600 ADT 1(Level of
Service "C")
15,000 ADT 1 (Level of
Service "D")
No trip generation
data available for this
use
'Average Daily Trip
EVALUATION AND RECOMMENDATION
The applicant is requesting a conditional use permit to enlarge an existing farm stand. No changes are
proposed to the operation of the farm stand. The addition will be constructed to match the design of the
existing structure. The site also contains growing fields that will be cultivated and the products sold at the
farm stand. The proposed expansion is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan's land use policies for
the Suburban Area, as well as being consistent with the character of the surrounding area. Additionally,
this proposal meets the requirements of Section 401 (d) of the Zoning Ordinance for a farm stand.
For the reasons stated above, staff recommends approval of this request with the conditions below.
4
CONDITIONS
1. With the exception of any modifications required by any of these conditions or as a result of
development site plan review, the addition shall be developed substantially in conformance with
the submitted site drawing entitled, "STEVE BARNES- FARM STAND EXPANSION, 1076
SANDBRIDGE ROAD", prepared by the Planning Staff and reviewed by the applicant.
2. With the exception of any modifications required as a result of the review process for recording
the final plat, the property shall be subdivided as shown on the site plan entitled "Exhibit A",
prepared by Phil Bonifant.
3. The farm stand shall not be open for business except between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 8:00
p.m.
S:VE BAR.
Agenda Item
NOTE: Further conditions may be required during the administration of applicable City
Ordinances and Standards. Any site plan submitted with this application may require revision
during detailed site plan review to meet all applicable City Codes and Standards. All applicable
permits required by the City Code, including those administered by the Department of Planning /
Development Services Center and Department of Planning / Permits and Inspections Division,
and the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, are required before any uses allowed by this Use
Permit are valid.
The applicant is encouraged to contact and work with the Crime Prevention Office within the
Police Department for crime prevention techniques and Crime Prevention Through
Environmental Design (CPTED) concepts and strategies as they pertain to this site.
SIEVE BAR:
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ZONING HISTORY
#
DATE
REQUEST
ACTION
1
02/01/2006
Use Permit (Country Inn)
Deferred
2
01/04/2000
Floodplain Variance
Approved
11/23/1999
Floodplain Variance
Denied
06/09/1998
Use Permit (Cellular Tower)
Approved
09/09/1997
Use Permit (Cellular Tower)
Approved
05/19/1980
Use Permit (Golf Course)
Approved
3
04/14/1969
Use Permit (Mobile Home Park)
Approved
STEVE BARNES
Agenda Item D1
Page 10
DISCLOSURE STATEMENT
APPLICANT DISCLOSURE
If the applicant is a corporation, partnership, firm, business, or other unincorporated
organization, complete the following:
1. List the applicant name followed by the names of all officers, members, trustees,
partners, etc. below: (Attach list if necessary)
Steve Bames
2. List all businesses that have a parent -subsidiary or affiliated business entity2
relationship with the applicant: (Attach list if necessary)
N/A
Check here if the applicant is NOT a corporation, partnership, firm, business, or
other unincorporated organization.
PROPERTY OWNER DISCLOSURE
Complete this section only if property owner is different from applicant.
If the property owner is a corporation, partnership, firm, business, or other
unincorporated organization, complete the following:
1. List the property owner name followed by the names of all officers, members,
trustees, partners, etc. below: (Attach list if necessary)
Steve Barnes
2. List all businesses that have a parent -subsidiary or affiliated business entity2
relationship with the applicant: (Attach list if necessary)
N/A
Check here if the property owner is NOT a corporation, partnership, firm,
business, or other unincorporated organization.
& 2 See next page for footnotes
Does an official or em loyee of the City of Virginia Beach have an interest in the
subject land? Yes 1X1 No 1 1
If yes, what is the name of the official or employee and the nature of their interest?
1
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DISCLOSURE STATEMENT
STEVE BARNES
Agenda Item D
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ADDITIONAL DISCLOSURES
List all known contractors or businesses that have or will provide services with respect
to the requested property use, including but not limited to the providers of architectural
services, real estate services, financial services, accounting services, and legal
services: (Attach list if necessary)
Steve Bames, owner will handle the expansion project and all services required
to complete the project.
1 "Parent -subsidiary relationship" means "a relationship that exists when one
corporation directly or indirectly owns shares possessing more than 50 percent of the voting
power of another corporation." See State and Local Government Conflict of Interests Act, Va.
Code § 2.2-3101.
2 "Affiliated business entity relationship" means "a relationship, other than parent -
subsidiary relationship, that exists when (1) one business entity has a controlling ownership
interest in the other business entity, (ii) a controlling owner in one entity Is also a controlling
owner in the other entity, or (iii) there is shared management or control between the business
entities. Factors that should be considered in determining the existence of an affiliated
business entity relationship include that the same person or substantially the same person
own or manage the two entities; there are common or commingled funds or assets; the
business entities share the use of the same offices or employees or otherwise share activities,
resources or personnel on a regular basis; or there is otherwise a close working relationship
between the entities." See State and Local Government Conflict of Interests Act, Va. Code §
2.2-3101.
CERTIFICATION: i certify that the information contained herein is true and accurate.
I understand that, upon receipt of notification (postcard) that the application has been scheduled for
public hearing, I am responsible for obtaining and posting the required sign on the subject property at
least 30 days prior to the scheduled public hearing according to the instructions in this package. The
undersig so consents to entry upon the subject property by employees of the Department of
Planning t pho graph and view the site for purposes of processing and evaluating this application.
Appliabrlt' Signature Print Name
Property Owner's Signature (if different than applicant)
Print Name
DISCLOSURE STATEMENT
STEVE BARNES
Agenda Iteni Di
Page 12
Item #D1
Steven Barnes
Conditional Use Permit
1076 Sandbridge Road
District 7
Princess Anne
November 12, 2014
CONSENT
An application of Steven Barnes for a Conditional Use Permit for a farm stand in excess of 3,500 square
feet on property located at 1076 Sandbridge Road, District 7, Princess Anne. GPIN: 24232671730000.
CONDITIONS
1. With the exception of any modifications required by any of these conditions or as a result of
development site plan review, the addition shall be developed substantially in conformance with the
submitted site drawing entitled, "STEVE BARNES- FARM STAND EXPANSION, 1076 SANDBRIDGE
ROAD", prepared by the Planning Staff and reviewed by the applicant.
2. With the exception of any modifications required as a result of the review process for recording the
final plat, the property shall be subdivided as shown on the site plan entitled "Exhibit A", prepared
by Phil Bonifant.
3. The farm stand shall not be open for business except between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m.
A motion was made by Commission Hodgson and was seconded to approve item D1.
AYE 10 NAY 0 ABS 1 ABSENT 0
BROCKWELL AYE
HODGSON AYE
HORSLEY ABS
INMAN AYE
OLIVER AYE
REDMOND AYE
RIPLEY AYE
RUCINSK AYE
RUSSO AYE
THORNTON AYE
WEINER AYE
By a vote of 10-0-1 with the abstention so noted, the Commission approved item D1 by consent.
The applicant Steven Barnes appeared before the Commission.
oning with Conditions/Proffers. Open S . ace Promotio
CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH
AGENDA ITEM
ITEM: JOHN D & RANDI VOGEL and HUNT CLUB FARM (Applicant) / A -1-A, LLC
& Hunt Club A -1-A, LLC (Owner), Change of Zoning (AG -2 Agricultural and
Conditional B-2 Community Business to Conditional B-2 Community
Business), Modification of Conditions of Use Permits approved by the City
Council on October 22, 1991, May 23, 2000, November 9, 2004, April 12,
2005, November 14, 2006, October 23, 2007 and July 8, 2008. Property is
located at 2388 London Bridge Road. COUNCIL DISTRICT — PRINCESS
ANNE.
MEETING DATE: December 2, 2014
■ Background:
The applicant is requesting a Change of Zoning for a 1.769 acre portion of an
approximately 13 -acre parcel located at 2388 London Bridge Road from AG -2
Agriculture District and Conditional B-2 Community Business District to
Conditional B-2 Community Business District. The area being rezoned is
adjacent to London Bridge Road and includes the front barn, farm stand,
restroom facilities, and an open grassy area. The open grassy area generally
accommodates the highest volumes of activity and most intense uses.
The second request is to modify the conditions of all the previous Use Permits
that have been approved on the property. This request, should it be approved,
will expand upon the number of activities that are permitted on the site. Dating
back to 1991, four Conditional Use Permits and three Modification of Conditions
applications have been approved to accommodate the applicant's growing
outdoor recreation and entertainment operation.
• Considerations:
The rezoning request will expand upon a 0.41 -acre (18,000 square feet) portion
of the site that was rezoned to Conditional B-2 on April 14, 1992. The purpose of
the previous rezoning was to use the front barn for the retail sale of feed and
seed supplies. Retail sales are not a permitted use in the Agricultural zoning
districts. Proffer 2 of that rezoning limited the scope of items to be sold and the
hours of operation of the barn. The applicant no longer uses the barn in this
capacity; therefore, the previously approved proffers will be voided with this
rezoning request. If this Change of Zoning is approved, the future use of the
Conditional B-2 zoned area will be governed by the Modification of Conditions
request that accompanies this rezoning request.
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CLUB FARM
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In 2013, through a review of the approved Use Permits and an inspection of the
site, Staff found that the activities occurring on the site exceeded what is
permitted by the Use Permits. A Notice of Violation was sent to the applicant on
August 21, 2013, stating that if the applicant desired to have more than the two
events per year, as allowed by the 2008 Use Permit, the Use Permit would need
to be modified.
The current request to modify the previous Use Permits will encompass all
activities taking place on the site. This will accommodate the growth that has
seen Hunt Club Farm develop into one of the largest entertainment venues in the
city, unique for its farm -based theme. It is Staff's intent to not only include all
activities on the site, but to also create a process by which all necessary City
agencies will remain actively involved to ensure the safety of all the visitors and
employees of the facility. As a result of meetings with the applicant and their
representatives, the activities at Hunt Club Farm is now more thoroughly
understood, and these activities are described in the attached staff report.
Further details pertaining to the proposal, as well as Staff's evaluation of the
request, are provided in the attached staff report.
There was no opposition to the request.
■ Recommendations:
The Planning Commission placed this item on the Consent Agenda, passing a
motion by a recorded vote of 11-0, to recommend approval to the City Council of
the rezoning as proffered (below) and the Modification of Conditions request with
the modified conditions below (following the proffers).
PROFFERS:
PROFFER 1: The area being rezoned is that parcel containing 77,060.0 square
feet (1.769 acres), which is more specifically described on Exhibit B, attached
hereto and which is also depicted on the Rezoning Plat, which has been
exhibited to City Council and is available in the Planning Department.
PROFFER 2:
The uses of the Property are limited to the uses, and shall be subject to the
conditions, adopted with the Conditional Use Permit by the City Council of the
City of Virginia Beach, Virginia on the same date which is the approval date of
this instrument, and which uses and conditions are specifically incorporated
herein.
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CLUB FARM
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PROFFER 3:
Further conditions may be required by the Grantee during detailed Site Plan
review and administration of applicable City Codes by all cognizant City Agencies
and departments to meet all applicable City Code requirements.
CONDITIONS:
1. All conditions attached to the Conditional Use Permits granted by City
Council on October 22, 1991, May 23, 2000, November 9, 2004, July 8,
2008, and subsequent Modification of Conditions granted on November
14, 2006 and October 23, 2007, are hereby deleted and superseded by
the following conditions.
2. The activities held on the site shall operate in the locations and facilities as
depicted on the submitted site plan entitled "EXHIBIT, HALLOWEEN
EVENT ACCESS PLAN," (the "Site Plan") dated July 10, 2014 and
prepared by Gallup Surveyors and Engineers, Ltd.
3. The Petting Farm hours of operation shall be 8:00 a.m. to sunset. The sale
of petting farm admission, snacks, animal feed, and other agriculturally
related products shall be permitted in the adjacent shed building, identified
as "Barn" on the submitted Site Plan.
4. The Farm Market hours of operation shall be 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., with
the following exceptions. During the Halloween Event, the Farm Market
hours of operation shall be 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.. During the Winter
Wonderland Event, the Farm Market hours of operation shall be 7:00 a.m.
to 9:00 p.m. Items sold at the Farm Market shall be those included in the
"Background / Details of Proposal" section of this report.
5. The Halloween Event shall be in operation from the last week in
September through the first week in November. The event shall be limited
to a maximum of 25 nights. The hours of operation shall be 6:30 p.m. to
11:30 p.m., and ticket sales shall stop at 10:00 p.m. The activities included
with this Event shall be as described above in the "Background / Details of
Proposal" section of this report.
6. The Fire Prevention Bureau shall inspect the site, and all areas and
structures associated with the Halloween Event each year, prior to the
Event beginning.
7. The Fall Harvest Fair shall be in operation from the last week in
September through the first week of November. The hours of operation
shall be 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The activities included with this Event shall
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CLUB FARM
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be as described above in the "Background / Details of Proposal" section of
this report.
8. The Annual Children's Fall Harvest Party shall be held each year on the
next to last Sunday in October. The hours of operation shall be 11:00 a.m.
to 4:00 p.m. The activities included with this Event shall be as described
above in the "Background / Details of Proposal" section of this report.
9. The Winter Wonderland/ Holiday Display shall be in operation between
Thanksgiving and December 31st. The hours of operation shall be 9:00
a.m. to 9:00 p.m. The activities included with this Event shall be as
described above in the "Background / Details of Proposal" section of this
report. The Holiday Display shall be located in the barn identified as
"Christmas Barn" on the submitted Site Plan. The applicant shall contact
the Planning Department, Permits & Inspections Division and the Fire
Marshal Bureau to ensure the Christmas Barn complies with all applicable
life safety and building code requirements.
10. The Easter Egg Hunt shall be held each year on the Saturday and Sunday
of Easter weekend. The hours of operation shall be 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
The activities included with this Event shall be as described above in the
"Background / Details of Proposal" section of this report.
11. The Summer Fun Camp shall be in operation from June through August.
The hours of operation shall be 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The activities
included with this Event shall be as described above in the "Background /
Details of Proposal" section of this report.
12. The Farm Tours and Field trips shall be operated as described in the
"Background / Details of Proposal" section of this report. No more than
250 people shall be scheduled to arrive within a 30 minute period.
13. The activities and operation included with the birthday parties held on site
shall be as described in the "Background / Details of Proposal" section of
this report.
14. Company, family and military picnics shall be held between March and
December. The picnics shall be limited to Sunday through Thursday, from
10:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. and Friday and Saturday, from 10:00 a.m. to
11:00 p.m. The activities included with the picnics shall be as described
above in the "Background / Details of Proposal" section of this report.
15. Charity fundraisers and Special Events shall be limited to no more than 24
events, other than those specified with this Use Permit, per year. These
events shall be limited to Sunday through Thursday, 10:00 a.m. to 9:00
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CLUB FARM
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p.m., and Friday and Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. The activities
included with these events shall be as described above in the
"Background / Details of Proposal" section of this report.
16. For each of the charity fundraisers and special events as conditioned in
condition 15 above, the applicant shall contact all appropriate City
agencies including: Fire Marshal Bureau, Police Department,
Commissioner of Revenue, Zoning Department and Health Department.
17. Traffic and parking management during events generated a high volume
of traffic, including but not limited to the Halloween Event, Winter
Wonderland Event and Easter Egg Hunt, shall operate as depicted on the
submitted Site Plan and as detailed in the "Traffic Management" portion of
the "Evaluation and Recommendation" section of this report.
18. Certified Police Officers and certified traffic monitors shall assist with traffic
control during events that generate high volumes of traffic, including but
not limited to the Halloween Event, Winter Wonderland Event and Easter
Egg Hunt, and events that use the additional "overflow parking" area as
shown on the submitted site plan.
19.Two handicap spaces shall be provided in the gravel parking area
adjacent to the Farm market, as per the submitted Site Plan. These
spaces shall comply with all ADA requirements.
20. The temporary curb cut to London Bridge Road shall be restricted to
passenger vehicles only. The temporary curb cut shall be egress only and
shall be limited to a right -out onto London Bridge Road.
21.A legal agreement shall be maintained with the owner of the adjacent
property (GPIN# 24058121850000), for the use of the property as
"Additional Overflow Parking".
22.AII structures used to accommodate events or where people congregate,
including the "Barn", "Farm Market", "Village of the Dead", "Camp
Clubhouse", "Greenhouse" and "Christmas Barn", shall obtain all required
permits from the Planning Department, Permits and Inspections Division,
and the Fire Marshal Bureau. These City agencies shall be consulted to
determine the permits that are required.
23.AII required permits, certificates of occupancy and improvements
necessary to comply with the building code, as detailed in the "Building
Code" portion of the "Evaluation and Recommendation" section of this
report, shall be obtained/completed by the applicant. The applicant shall
acquire all necessary permits and certificates of occupancy from the
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CLUB FARM
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Planning Department, Permits and Inspections Division. The Permits and
Inspections Division shall verify compliance with the Building Code upon
completion of required work or when a permit is ready for final inspection.
24.An Operations Plan shall be drafted and established for the overall
operation of Hunt Club Farm, as well as more detailed operation plans for
each of the facilities used on site. A copy of the plan shall be submitted to
the Planning Director and the Fire Marshal Bureau.
25. The applicant shall comply with all life and fire safety measures as
detailed in the "Life Safety" portion of the "Evaluation and
Recommendation" section of this report. The applicant shall verify
compliance with the Fire Prevention Bureau.
26. There shall be no weddings or Change of Command ceremonies held on
the site.
• Attachments:
Staff Report and Disclosure Statements
Minutes of Planning Commission Hearing
Location Map
Recommended Action: Staff recommends approval. Planning Commission
recommends approval.
Submitting Department/Agency: Planning Department
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November 12, 2014 Public
Hearing
APPLICANT:
JOHN D. VOGEL &
RANDI VOGEL,
HUNT CLUB FARM
PROPERTY OWNER:
HUNT CLUB A -1-A,
LLC.
STAFF PLANNER: Kevin Kemp
REQUESTS:
(a) Change of Zoning from AG -2 Agriculture District & Conditional B-2 Community Business District
to Conditional B-2 Community Business District.
(b) Modification of Conditional Use Permits approved by the City Council on October 22, 1991,
May 23, 2000, November 9, 2004, April 12, 2005, November 14, 2006, October 23, 2007 and July
8, 2008.
ADDRESS / DESCRIPTION: 2388 London Bridge Road
GPIN:
24059006070000;
24059002180000;
24059141550000;
24058121850000;
24059006070000
ELECTION DISTRICT:
PRINCESS ANNE
SITE SIZE:
45.5 acres
(1.769 acres
encompassed by the
rezoning request)
AICUZ:
70-75 dB DNL;
Greater than 75 dB
DNL
BACKGROUND / DETAILS OF PROPOSAL
BACKGROUND / DETAILS - Change of Zoning Request
The applicant is requesting a Change of Zoning for a 1.769 acre portion of an approximately 13 -acre
parcel located at 2388 London Bridge Road from AG -2 Agriculture District and Conditional B-2
Community Business District to Conditional B-2 Community Business District. The area being
rezoned is adjacent to London Bridge Road and includes the front barn, farm stand, restroom facilities
and an open grassy area. The open grassy area generally accommodates the highest volumes of
activity and most intense uses.
JOHN D. VOGEL & RANDI VOGEL
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This request will expand upon a 0.41 acres (18,000 square feet) portion of the site that was rezoned
to Conditional B-2 on April 14, 1992. The purpose of the previous Change of Zoning was to use the
front barn for the retail sale of feed and seed supplies; retail sales is not a permitted use in the
Agricultural zoning districts. Proffer 2 of that rezoning limited the scope of items to be sold and the
hours of operation of the barn. The applicant no longer uses the barn in this capacity; therefore, the
previously approved proffers will be voided with this rezoning request.
If this Change of Zoning is approved, the future use of the Conditional B-2 zoned area will be
governed by the Modification of Conditions request that accompanies this rezoning request.
BACKGROUND - Modification of Conditions
The second request included in this application is to modify the conditions of all the previous Use
Permits that have been approved on the property. This request, should it be approved, will expand
upon the number of activities that are permitted on the site. Dating back to 1991, four Conditional Use
Permits and three Modification requests have been approved to accommodate the applicant's
growing operation.
In 2013, through a review of the approved Use Permits and an inspection of the site, Staff found that
the activities occurring on the site exceeded what is permitted. A Notice of Violation was sent to the
applicant on August 21, 2013, stating that if the applicant wishes to have more than the two events
per year, as allowed by the 2008 Use Permit, the Use Permit would need to be modified.
In September 2013, the applicant submitted this Modification request to the Planning Department for
the purpose of gaining approval for all the activities taking place on the site. This item was scheduled
for the December 11, 2013 Planning Commission meeting; however, due to concerns regarding
compliance with the Building Code, the application was deferred by the Planning Commission at the
request of Staff and the applicant. The application was deferred again in January. In the subsequent
months, the applicant has been diligently working with the Staff of the Planning Department (Permits
and Inspections, Current Planning, Zoning Administration, and the Development Services Center) as
well as the Fire Prevention Bureau, Police Department, and the City Attorney's Office to address the
concerns that were raised. One outcome of these efforts was a determination that based on the
number of Use Permits and the conditions associated with each, it would now be prudent to
consolidate all of the activities as a single Use Permit.
For the purpose of providing a background of Council action on the site, the approved Use Permits
are listed below in chronological order. The current request would, due to the consolidation noted
above, supersede all previous Use Permit approvals and the conditions associated with each.
• October 22, 1991 - Use Permit for an outdoor recreational and amusement facility. The
purpose of this Use Permit was to allow hayrides and birthday parties. The approved
condition stated that the recreational facility shall not remain open past 11:00 p.m.
• May 23, 2000 - Use Permit for an outdoor recreational facility for a corn maze. The
application indicated that the portion of the site to be used for the maze was toward the rear
of the property. The approved condition limited the hours of operation to 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
• November 9, 2004 - Use Permit for a commercial recreation facility. This Use Permit allowed
a holiday display during November and December for the visitors to the Farm Market located
at the front of the site. The Use Permit specified that the display would be located in the barn
at the front of the property (portion of the property that was rezoned to conditional B-2 in
1991). The approved conditions state that all necessary permits and approvals shall be
obtained from the Permits and Inspections Division of the Planning Department and the Fire
Department and that a Certificate of Occupancy for the use shall be obtained. Staff was
unable to find any record that a Certificate of Occupancy was obtained by the applicant:The
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conditions also specified the hours of operation as 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. from Thanksgiving to New
Year's Day.
• April 12, 2005 - Subdivision Variance was granted for the purpose of creating a separate
parcel for the area of the property used as a commercial kennel (the kennel is covered under
a separate Use Permit).
• November 14, 2006 - the conditions of the Use Permit that was approved on November 9,
2004 were modified. The purpose of this request was to relocate the holiday display to a barn
located towards the rear of the property. All other conditions associated with the 2004 Use
Permit remained in effect. This approval was for ONE YEAR ONLY, due to concerns from
residents of neighboring properties regarding noise, traffic, parking, and related issues.
• October 23, 2007 - Modification of Conditions was granted for the purpose of removing the
one year time limit conditioned with the 2006 approval.
• July 8, 2008 - Use Permit for an outdoor recreation facility. Included with this Use Permit
were the Halloween and Winter Wonderland events. The conditions state that the Halloween
event shall be in operation from October 1st through October 31St and that the hours of
operation shall be from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. The conditions further stated that the Winter
Wonderland event shall be in operation from Thanksgiving through December 31St and that
the hours of operation shall be 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. The approved conditions also addressed
traffic and parking concerns by requiring a traffic control plan, and requiring a certified Police
Officer and traffic monitor to assist with traffic control.
DETAILS OF PROPOSAL
As previously noted, while the previous Use Permits were for specific events, this request covers all
activities taking place on the site. This will accommodate the growth that has seen Hunt Club Farm
develop into one of the largest entertainment venues in the city, unique for its farm -based theme. It is the
intent of this request to not only include all activities on the site, but to also create a process by which all
necessary City agencies will remain actively involved in ensuring the safety of all the visitors and
employees of the facility. As a result of meetings with the applicant and their representatives, the activities
at Hunt Club Farm is now more thoroughly understood, and these activities are described below.
ACTIVITIES AND EVENTS INCLUDED IN REQUEST
The activities and events approved for Hunt Club Farm include a haunted hayride, birthday
parties, a corn maze, a Winter Wonderland Event / holiday display, and the Halloween Event. The
applicant requests for the continuation of these activities, as well as the addition of several more
activities and events. Each activity and event included in this request is described below.
• Halloween Festival - The Halloween event has been the largest event at Hunt Club Farm for
several years, and will continue to operate as it has. The applicant states that the event is
limited to 25 nights per year, between the last week in September and the first week in
November. Hours of operation are 6:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.; however, ticket sales are stopped
at 10 p.m. Activities at the event include the following: a haunted hayride, haunted cornfield
("Field of Screams"), wooded walkthrough area ("Village of the Dead"), music provided by a
DJ, carnival rides, food and entertainment vendors, and the retail sale of pumpkins and
novelty items. The "Village of the Dead" and Haunted Hayride will consist of a series of stage
sets and will incorporate a number of trained actors hired by the applicant.
• Fall Harvest Fair - The Fall Harvest Fair operates concurrently with the Halloween Festival.
The fair will operate from the last week in September through the first week of November.
The hours of operation are 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Activities for the fair include: the petting farm,
pony rides, farm tour hayrides, daily animal demonstrations (goat milking, chicken class,
etc...), a pumpkin patch, giant hay pile, straw maze, music provided by a DJ, farm games,
carnival rides, inflatable and other amusements, and food and event vendors.
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Also included in the fall harvest is the Annual Children's Fall Harvest Party. This event is held
on the next to last Sunday in October from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Additional activities included with
this event are pumpkin decorating, cupcake decorating, a costumed animal parade and kid's
costume contest.
• Winter Wonderland / Holiday Display - The Winter Wonderland event was approved in 2008,
and will continue to operate as it has. The event will be held between Thanksgiving and
December 31St. The hours of operation are 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. The Holiday Display occurs in the
barn at the rear of the property, labeled "Christmas Barn" on the submitted site plan. Activities
at the event include: light displays in the petting farm and front field, live animal nativity
scene, the Christmas Barn, recreational fires for marshmallows and hotdog roasting, and
pony rides. The Christmas Barn features a series of lit and animated displays.
Also included in this event is the Annual Brunch with Santa. This event is held the second
Saturday in December from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Additional activities include photos with Santa,
a catered buffet -style brunch, and Christmas craft stations.
• Easter Eqq Hunt - The Easter Egg Hunt is an annual, two-day event on the Saturday and
Sunday of Easter weekend. The hours of operation are 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Activities at this
event include a traditional Easter egg hunt, petting farm, pony rides, hayrides, 'animal
encounters' with chicks, rabbits, ducks and Iambs, music provided by a DJ, farm and carnival
type rides, inflatable amusements, and food and event vendors.
• Petting Farm - The petting farm is included in a majority of the events that are held on the
site. A license to exhibit animals is maintained through the USDA. The hours of operation are
8 a.m. to sunset. The petting farm features animal exhibits, demonstrations, petting, feeding,
and viewing of farm animals, as well as horse and pony rides. The applicant is also
requesting approval to sell petting farm and activity admission, snacks, animal feed, and
other agriculturally related products in a small building located adjacent to the petting farm.
• Horseback riding lessons - The applicant is requesting approval to provide horseback riding
lessons on the site. The animals will be kept within existing corrals and in structures that are
located more than 100 feet from the property lines, as required by the Zoning Ordinance.
• Farm Market - The farm market is located in a small building near the entrance to the site,
adjacent to London Bridge Road. Hours of operation for the market are 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. The
applicant is requesting to extend the hours of operation so that the market can remain open
until 11 p.m. during the Halloween Festival and 9 p.m. during the Winter Wonderland event.
The market offers retail sale of plants, cut flowers, produce, honey, jams, jellies, preserves,
dairy products, eggs, straw, handmade items (wreaths, soaps and candles), birdhouses,
agricultural, garden and animal related novelties, ice cream, ice, beverages (bottled water,
soda and juices), prepackaged snacks and candy, as well as local books and items
displaying the "Hunt Club Farm" name. Additionally, Christmas trees and pumpkins will be
sold at the appropriate times of year.
• Birthday parties - Birthday parties are farm and animal themed. Activities include the petting
farm, animal feeding, pony rides, hayrides, a farm tour, and special animal encounters. In
addition to the outdoor areas and petting farm, the birthday parties will also use the
"greenhouse" and "front barn" as shown on the submitted site plan. According to the
applicant, the parties are currently organized such that there are two parties scheduled in one
time block, each ranging in size from 20 to 40 people. There are a number of time blocks
throughout the day. During peak summer months, a typical weekend day will consist of eight
to ten parties.
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• Summer Farm Camp - Summer Farm Camp is a day program offered from June through
August. The weekly sessions are from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The camp is a 10 to 12 week program
that introduces children, ages 4 to 12, to a variety of agricultural activities including, but not
limited to, horseback riding, gardening, fishing, and animal husbandry. The small structure
labeled "Camp Clubhouse" on the submitted site plan is used as an educational area for the
campers.
• Farm tours and field trips - The applicant requests permission for a variety of seasonal field
trips and tours for schools, daycare centers, senior centers, and other similar groups. The
applicant states that no more than 250 people will be scheduled to arrive within a 30 -minute
period to minimize the potential of traffic congestion.
• Company, military, and family group picnics - The applicant requests permission to hold
company, military, and family gatherings from March through December. The hours will be
limited to 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. The picnics will take place in the garden area, greenhouse
shelter, petting farm, front field, and front barn. These picnics occasionally bring in catered
food, temporary tents, inflatable amusements, and music provided by a DJ. All necessary
permits for the temporary structures will be obtained for each event.
• Charity fundraisers and special events - In addition to the specific events listed above, the
applicant requests permission to host 24, outdoor -only, fundraiser and special events per
year. These events will be limited to 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., Sunday through Thursday, and 10
a.m. to 11 p.m., Friday and Saturday. These events may include temporary tents, inflatable
amusement devices, music provided by a DJ or live band, food and entertainment vendors,
and a catering service. These events will require the applicants or event organizers to notify
all necessary City agencies. Condition 16 is recommended to ensure compliance with this
requirement.
FACILITIES
The safety of the visitors and employees of Hunt Club Farm is the primary concern of the City
Agencies involved in the evaluation of this Use Permit. As noted earlier in this report, the
applicant has been working with various City departments to ensure that all the facilities at Hunt
Club Farm meet the required building and life -safety codes. All the facilities that are used for the
activities and events previously described are described below.
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• Bathroom Facility - One issue that was identified prior to the first deferral of this application
was the lack of permanent public restroom facilities on the site. Extensive site work has since
been completed, and a new bathroom facility constructed. This restroom facility is located
towards the front of the site, within 500 feet of the front barn, farm market, and petting farm.
The City Building Official notes that the
facilities provided by these bathrooms
will be a determining factor in
establishing the occupancy
calculations for the buildings on site,
as regulated by the Building Code.
• Front Barn - In 1992, the portion of the site where this barn is located was rezoned to
Conditional B-2 to allow for the sale of animal consumables, animal care products, feed and
seed, and fertilizer. The barn is no longer used in this capacity and is now a place that
accommodates events. The submitted floor plan depicts a large open area with a small stage,
several smaller seating areas around the perimeter, an office, and a snack bar. The City
Building Official has determined the classification of this
structure as mixed-use with an occupancy load of 300
people (guests and staff included). No cooking can be
done in the barn. The snack bar can be used for
warming and serving only. The applicant states the
existing fabric and ground floor will be replaced with a
wood floor in the coming months. This building is not
required to be sprinkled for fire suppression; however,
there is a trained personnel acting as a life -safety
manager (fire attendant) at each event.
FRONT BARN
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• Farm Market - The farm market is a small building used for the retail sale of assorted food
items, plants, novelty items, and numerous other locally made merchandise. The market will
also accommodate pumpkin and Christmas trees sales. When open, the market is occupied
by one employee operating the sales register.
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• Petting Farm - The petting farm is an open area with a series of enclosures that house
various animals for people to view and interact with. There is a 12' x 20' shed structure at the
entrance where tickets will be sold, as well as various snack foods, drinks and animal feed for
use at the petting farm. The structure is occupied by one employee that manages the
register.
- Goat play area at petting farm
- Shed structure for ticket and snack sales
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Site layout of petting farm
• Camp clubhouse - The camp clubhouse is a small, barn -like structure that is used as an
indoor activity area during the Summer Fun Camp. The applicant states that an additional set
of doors are being added to the building so that is complies with the Building Code.
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• Greenhouse - The greenhouse is a 40' x 90', open air structure that more closely resembles
a picnic shelter. It provides a covered outside area to accommodate events and activities.
The structure has a metal frame, fabric roof cover and a small storage shed at the rear.
• Village of the Dead - The "Village of the Dead" is an outdoor area where visitors take a self -
guided tour along a path that includes 15 theatrical stage sets. These stage sets vary greatly
in size and intricacy. The stage sets include, but are not limited to: an entrance through a
wooden arch, several shed/shack structures, the "Black maze" (plywood structure with black
fabric creating a tunnel), a "town center stage" and a three-story wood tower. These
structures, with the exception of the "black maze", tower and tunnel, are only occupied by
trained actors that are employed by the applicant during the Halloween Event. There is a
small building and area designated for the actors to prepare and congregate. This area is
located at the side of the village. In addition to the entrance and exit, there is an additional
emergency exit at the rear of the village. The applicant is currently working with City staff to
bring all the electrical work and safety measures up to Code.
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- "Black maze"- Stage set #3
- Shed - Stage set #6
- Tower- Stage set #10
• Haunted Hayride - The Haunted Hayride is a wagon ride through a series of stage sets that
form a theatrical production of a haunted village. The stage sets will only be occupied by
trained actors hired by the applicant. The largest structure is the "tunnel" that is a wood
framed building that the wagon rides through. The applicant is currently in the process of
completely renovating all the stage sets and bringing all electrical wiring to Code.
- Haunted Hayride stage set
- Haunted Hayride tunnel
• Field of Screams - Field of Screams is a maze cut through a cornfield that incorporates
props, sets, and actors. This area is only used during the Halloween Event. The applicant is
currently working to bring all electrical work to code.
• Christmas Barn - The Christmas barn is a large structure, built in 2006, that contains a series
of lit and animated Christmas displays. Visitors follow a pathway through the barn, and exit
through a room where Santa Clause is seated. The applicant still needs to work with the City
Building Official to regarding the classification of the building and determining if any additional
work needs to be done.
JOHN D. VOGEL & RAND! VOGEL
Agenda Item D2
Page 10
TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT
Hunt Club Farm is located in an area of the City that is primarily occupied by suburban residential
and commercial development. Given the size and nature of the events held on the site, it is
necessary to implement a traffic management plan that will minimize congestion along London
Bridge Road and efficiently get visitors on and off the site.
The main entrance from London Bridge Road is located near the front barn. There is a secondary
access point from London Bridge Road that is primarily used for visitors to the kennel. The site
contains an expansive easement that provides access to all the adjacent parcels that do not have
direct access to London Bridge Road. Located directly adjacent to the main entrance is a small
gravel lot. The applicant will provide two paved handicap spaces to comply with the Americans
with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements.
The applicant has adopted several strategies to handle the large volume of visitors, especially
during the Halloween Event. During larger events, the empty grass field on the adjacent property
to the west of the entrance will provide overflow parking. The applicant has a legal agreement
with the property owner of that parcel. During these large events, the applicant will have 3 to 5
off-duty police officers and 12 to 24 parking attendants assisting with traffic. They will direct traffic
to and from London Bridge Road, as well as to the appropriate parking areas on site. Additionally,
a second (temporary) exit onto London Bridge Road will be opened on the west side of the
overflow parking area. This will
be a right -out only onto London
Bridge Road, going west. The
"Stop" and "Do Not Enter" signs
located at this access point are to
remain to avoid confusion from
London Bridge Road. It should
also be noted that during large
events, such as the Halloween
Event, an EMS vehicle remains
on site during the peak hours.
- Temporary exit onto London Bridge Rd.
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LAND USE AND COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
EXISTING LAND USE: Petting farm and agriculturally related recreational event venue.
SURROUNDING LAND North:
USE AND ZONING: South:
East:
West:
• Equestrian facility / AG -1 Agricultural District
• London Bridge Road
• Single-family homes / R-20 and R-10 Residential District
• Single-family homes / PD -H2 (R -5D) Planned Development
District
• Wooded area and single-family homes / AG-1/AG-2
Agricultural District
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Page 11
NATURAL RESOURCE AND
CULTURAL FEATURES:
A majority of the site is an undeveloped grass and wooded area.
There are several structures on the site including a residential
dwelling unit, commercial kennel facility, barns, greenhouse, and
other miscellaneous accessory structures. There is a small gravel
parking area located near the entrance from London Bridge Road.
There do not appear to be any significant natural resources
associated with the site.
Hunt Club Farm is a unique attribute to the City, as it provides an
agriculturally based entertainment venue in an area that has largely
been transformed by suburban development. Hunt Club Farm was
started over 40 years ago and has grown greatly in size of operation
and popularity.
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN: The Comprehensive Plan identifies this site as being located within the
Suburban Area. The general planning principles for the Suburban Area focus on preserving and protecting
the overall character, economic value, aesthetic quality of the stable neighborhoods, and reinforcing the
suburban characteristics of commercial centers and other non-residential areas that comprise part of the
Suburban Area. Achieving these goals requires that all land use activities either maintain or enhance the
existing neighborhood through compatibility with surroundings, quality, and attractiveness of site,
buildings, improved mobility, environmental responsibility, livability, and effective buffering with respect to
type, size, intensity, and relationship to surrounding uses, (pp. 3-1, 3-2).
IMPACT ON CITY SERVICES
MASTER TRANSPORTATION PLAN (MTP) / CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (CIP): London
Bridge Road is a four -lane minor suburban arterial. There are currently no CIP projects for this section of
London Bridge Road. The MTP indicates a future right-of-way width of 100 feet containing a divided
highway with bike path.
TRAFFIC:
Street Name
Present
Volume
Present Capacity
Generated Traffic
London Bridge
Road
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28,200 ADT 1(Level of
Service "C")
30,600 ADT 1 (Level of
Service "D")
No change expected
from existing use. Exact
ADT for this use cannot
be determined, as the
sizes of events vary.
'Average Daily Trips
WATER: This site currently connects to City water via an existing 5/8" meter (City ID #95058864) and an
existing 1" meter (City ID #95049592). There is an existing 10" City water line within London Bridge Road
and an existing 8" City water line within Weybridge Drive.
SEWER: This site lies within two pump station service areas, #643 and #606. This site currently uses a
private force main and connects to City sewer within pump station service area #606. There is an existing
8" City gravity sanitary sewer main within Weybridge Drive.
JOHN D. VOGEL & RANI VOEL
Agenda Item D2
Page 12
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EVALUATION AND RECOMMENDATION
Change of Zoning
Staff recommends approval of this request to change the zoning of a portion of the site from AG -2
Agriculture and Conditional B-2 Community Business to Conditional B-2 Community Business. This
change in zoning would provide an appropriate, commercial zoning to the portion of the property that
accommodates the highest volumes of activity and the most intense uses. The activities within this area
will be regulated by the Modification of Conditions request submitted with this rezoning application.
Staff recommends approval of this request as Proffered.
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PROFFERS
1. The area being rezoned is that parcel containing 77,060.0 square feet (1.769 acres), which is
more specifically described on Exhibit B, attached hereto and which is also depicted on the
Rezoning Plat, which has been exhibited to City Council and is available in the Planning
Department.
2. The uses of the Property are limited to the uses, and shall be subject to the conditions, adopted
with the Conditional Use Permit by the City Council of the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia on the
same date which is the approval date of this instrument, and which uses and conditions are
specifically incorporated herein.
3. Further conditions may be required by the Grantee during detailed Site Plan review and
administration of applicable City Codes by all cognizant City Agencies and departments to meet all
applicable City Code requirements.
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Modification of Conditions
Hunt Club Farm provides a unique venue. It is one of the few remaining farms in the Suburban Area, as
designated by the Comprehensive Plan. If not for the fact that the property is located within the highest
AICUZ districts, it would have likely been developed for residential use, consistent with the
recommendations of the Comprehensive Plan for the Suburban Area.
Over the past 25 years, the operation at Hunt Club Farm has been successful and has grown to where it
now welcomes more than 100,000 visitors annually. To accommodate this growth, the applicant has
obtained a number of Use Permits and subsequent modifications, dating back to 1991. This current
request will supersede the conditions of all previous Use Permits, and consolidate them all into one
approval. Furthermore, it encompasses all the activities held on the site in greater detail than was
understood with the previous approvals.
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Agenda Item D2
Page 13
The existing use of Hunt Club Farms as an outdoor recreational, farm -oriented entertainment venue is
consistent with the Comprehensive Plan's land use policies for the Suburban Area and SEGA 3 - Oceana
South. Additionally, the proposed uses are compatible with the AICUZ Overlay Ordinance provisions for
sites located in the 70 to 75 dB and Greater than 75 dB AICUZ districts. No expansion of the facilities is
proposed with this application, only modifications that are needed to comply with the Building Code. The
applicant has incorporated a detailed traffic management plan and is composing an operations plan to
submit to the City's Fire Prevention Bureau and Planning Department that details all of their operations
and facilities.
As the popularity of Hunt Club Farm has grown and the number and size of events has increased, Staff
recognizes that the character and safety of the area can be impacted. Accordingly, three aspects of Hunt
Club Farm's operations were evaluated and addressed in great detail: fire/life safety, compliance with the
Building Code, and traffic management. The details of these evaluations are listed below and conditions
#17, 23 and 25 are recommended to ensure compliance.
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FIRE/LIFE SAFETY
(Condition #25)
Given the number of events and magnitude of the expected attendance at Hunt Club Farm,
it is necessary to give careful consideration to the life safety procedures that will be put in
place to ensure the safety of all visitors and employees. Generated from multiple meetings
with the applicant, Fire Prevention Bureau and the Planning Department, the following life
safety conditions are to be considered for the effective preparation, operation and
continued inspection of the facilities at Hunt Club Farm. Staff feels the implementation of
the following life safety procedures is acceptable.
• Emergency Operation Plan-
• Hunt Club Farm shall have an emergency plan developed for
the entire venue with specific subsections for each event that
occurs on site, in accordance with Chapter 4 of the Virginia
Statewide Fire Prevention Code.
• A site plan shall be included with the plan for each event.
• The emergency plan shall be updated annually, or as changes
are made to events.
• Site Inspections-
• The entire venue site shall be inspected by the Fire Prevention
Bureau annually. This inspection shall be performed
completely independent of all other inspections.
• The Fire Prevention Bureau shall reserve the right to inspect
all events on site that are approved through this Use Permit,
including the 24 additional charity fundraisers/special events.
These inspections are considered life safety inspections and
will not be considered an annual fire inspection for the entire
venue site.
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• Specific events that shall be inspected include, but are not
limited to:
• Any event with flaming effects, pyrotechnics, or
fireworks. If these events are not covered under a
Special Events Permit, a permit shall be obtained from
the Fire Prevention Bureau.
• Any event that will generate large crowds and that can
impact the surrounding community.
• Any event covered under a Special Events Permit.
• Fire Attendant-
• The fire attendant is a designated person who is responsible
for monitoring and extinguishing recreational and/or bonfires
that are part of publically attended events or festivals on the
property. The following is a description of the requirements/job
functions associated with the position.
• Fire attendants shall be a minimum of 18 years of age
• Fire attendants shall read and understand all
requirements set forth in the Virginia Statewide Fire
Prevention Code pertaining to open burning and
related activities specifically pertaining to solid fuel
lines.
• Fire attendants shall be required to maintain fires from
ignition until they are fully extinguished.
• Fire attendants shall be readily identifiable at all times.
• This designee is not to handle any other job functions
while handling the duties of a fire attendant.
• Life Safety Manager-
■ The Life Safety Manager is a designated person who is
responsible for monitoring general life safety for the general
public and employees. The following is a description of the
requirements/job functions associated with the position.
• Life Safety Managers shall be responsible for
assisting the public and employees with emergency
evacuations.
• Life Safety Managers shall be responsible for a pre -
event safety walkthrough.
• Life Safety Managers shall be responsible for making
notification and correction of any life safety violations
found.
• Life Safety Managers shall be responsible for making
notification to command regarding any emergencies
that occur (medical or otherwise)
• Personnel shall be identifiable to the public and
employees.
• Life Safety Managers shall be able to communicate at
all times with the command center.
• Life Safety Managers shall be knowledgeable and
competent with the written emergency plan and
procedures for the venue.
• Life Safety Managers shall be knowledgeable and
competent in the use of all theatrical props (open
flames, hydraulics, pyrotechnics)
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BUILDING CODE
(Condition #23)
To ensure the safety of the visitors to Hunt Club Farm, all structures and facilities
associated with the operation need to be in compliance with the Building Code. As part of
this evaluation process, the City Building Official reviewed the site and issued the following
comments and requirements.
• Bathroom facility-
• A public bathroom facility has been constructed.
• In cases of special events, portable facilities will be allowed.
• As other buildings obtain certificates of occupancy with
established occupant loads, additional permanent restrooms
may be required. This will be determined by the City Building
Official.
• Front Barn-
• The main open space will be designated as Use Group A-3,
Assembly/banquet hall, in accordance with the Virginia
Uniform Statewide Building Code (USBC). Per USBC Section
903.2.1.3, a sprinkler system is not required if total occupant
load is less than 300. The applicant shall provide
documentation as to keeping occupancy under 300, or
installing the required sprinkler system. Emergency lights and
exit signs must be installed where required.
• Office areas will be considered incidental to the main use of
the building.
• No food is to be cooked in the snack bar area. In accordance
with associated approvals, food may be cooked outside the
building (i.e. BBQ).
• A certificate of occupancy is required to ensure compliance
with conditions stated above.
• Farm market-
• A floor plan indicating the current and proposed uses will be
required as will a revised certificate of occupancy.
• Camp Clubhouse-
• Permit filed, tax records and information submitted by the
applicant indicate the use of this building has changed from a
barn and/or residence, to an area open to the public.
• Complete building/floor plans need to be submitted for review
and permit to ensure compliance with assembly areas, as well
as residential.
• A certificate of occupancy must be obtained.
JOHN D. VOGEL & RAN I-VOGEL
Agenda Iter D2
Page 16
• Greenhouse-
• This structure is to remain open, with roof only (no side
enclosures). The intended use is similar in nature to a picnic
shelter. Any change in use will require compliance with all
assembly code provisions.
• Village of the Dead-
• These structures are classified as "Special Amusement
Buildings", under Section 411 of the USBC.
• The Village of the Dead is surrounded with a perimeter fence,
self-directed and only has three structures occupied by the
public. Due to the size of these structures, sprinklers will not
be required, but a detection system will. All other structures
are occupied by trained actors/employees.
• Applicant will need to provide documentation that exit and
emergency lighting is installed and operational.
• A building permit/certificate of occupancy is required to ensure
compliance with the amusement building code provisions.
Compliance includes the following:
• Compliance with the prescribed operational process
will be included as part of the certificate of occupancy.
This will include occupant loads.
• Annual inspections are required for all the amusement
buildings and devices, as per the USBC. (this now
includes inflatables)
• Ali new and/or replacement decorations and fixtures
are required to have a Class "A" fire-resistant rating.
• Haunted Hayride and Field of Screams-
• The structures associated with these activities are considered
Special Amusement Buildings, without roof.
• The structures will need to be inspected annually.
• Christmas Barn-
• This building is classified as a Special Amusement Building
under Section 411 of the USBC.
• The building will only be open to the public from Thanksgiving
through December 31st
• Special Amusement Buildings over 4,800 square feet are to
be protected with a sprinkler system.
• Alternate compliance options, such as a fire alarm
system, may be considered once the building/floor
plans have been submitted for review.
• An operational plan, similar to the Village of the Dead,
is to be submitted and included as part of the
certificate of occupancy.
• Building permits/certificate of occupancy must be obtained.
• Accessibility-
• All buildings will be required to provide appropriate
accessibility as specified in the USBC.
JOHN D. VOGEL & RAN) VO!E,�
Agenda Item D2
Pad17
TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT
(Condition #17)
The applicant has developed the following traffic management plan to minimize the impact
of vehicular traffic generated by Hunt Club Farm on the surrounding communities. These
measures will be used during events that generate high volumes of traffic, such as the
Halloween Event, and that require the applicant to use the "Overflow" parking area as
identified on the submitted site plan. This traffic management plan, by incorporating a large
overflow parking area, a temporary second exit and the use of off-duty police officers and
traffic monitors is acceptable, and it appears to staff that it is currently being used
effectively.
• ADA compliant handicap accessible parking spaces will be provided in
the gravel lot adjacent to the Front Barn.
• In the event that the gravel lot is full, additional parking will be
accommodated in the grass field to the west of the entrance.
• During events that generate large volumes of traffic, a second exit will
be opened further west down London Bridge Road. This will be a right -
out only access point. A "Stop" and "Do Not Enter" sign will remain
posted at this temporary entrance.
• During events that generate large volumes of traffic, off-duty police
officers will be used to direct traffic to and from the site. Additionally,
trained traffic monitors will be used to direct visitors where to park.
• In the event that emergency response vehicles require access to the
site, the off-duty police officers, parking attendants and employees will
communicate via radio to efficiently clear traffic for easy access.
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Based on the evaluations detailed above, particularly in regards to the applicant's adherence to the
Building Code requirements, Life Safety Plan, and Traffic Management Plan, Staff recommends approval
of this request with the conditions listed below.
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CONDITIONS
1. All conditions attached to the Conditional Use Permits granted by City Council on October 22,
1991, May 23, 2000, November 9, 2004, July 8, 2008, and subsequent Modification of Conditions
granted on November 14, 2006 and October 23, 2007, are hereby deleted and superseded by the
following conditions.
2. The activities held on the site shall operate in the locations and facilities as depicted on the
submitted site plan entitled "EXHIBIT, HALLOWEEN EVENT ACCESS PLAN," (the "Site Plan")
dated July 10, 2014 and prepared by Gallup Surveyors and Engineers, Ltd.
3. The Petting Farm hours of operation shall be 8:00 a.m. to sunset. The sale of petting farm
admission, snacks, animal feed, and other agriculturally related products shall be permitted in the
adjacent shed building, identified as "Barn" on the submitted Site Plan.
4. The Farm Market hours of operation shall be 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., with the following exceptions.
During the Halloween Event, the Farm Market hours of operation shall be 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m..
During the Winter Wonderland Event, the Farm Market hours of operation shall be 7:00 a.m. to
9:00 p.m. Items sold at the Farm Market shall be those included in the "Background / Details of
Proposal" section of this report.
5. The Halloween Event shall be in operation from the last week in September through the first week
in November. The event shall be limited to a maximum of 25 nights. The hours of operation shall
be 6:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m., and ticket sales shall stop at 10:00 p.m. The activities included with
this Event shall be as described above in the "Background / Details of Proposal" section of this
report.
6. The Fire Prevention Bureau shall inspect the site, and all areas and structures associated with the
Halloween Event each year, prior to the Event beginning.
7. The Fall Harvest Fair shall be in operation from the last week in September through the first week
of November. The hours of operation shall be 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The activities included with
this Event shall be as described above in the "Background / Details of Proposal" section of this
report.
8. The Annual Children's Fall Harvest Party shall be held each year on the next to last Sunday in
October. The hours of operation shall be 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The activities included with this
Event shall be as described above in the "Background / Details of Proposal" section of this report.
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9. The Winter Wonderland/ Holiday Display shall be in operation between Thanksgiving and
December 31St. The hours of operation shall be 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. The activities included with
this Event shall be as described above in the "Background / Details of Proposal" section of this
report. The Holiday Display shall be located in the barn identified as "Christmas Barn" on the
submitted Site Plan. The applicant shall contact the Planning Department, Permits & Inspections
Division and the Fire Marshal Bureau to ensure the Christmas Barn complies with all applicable
life safety and building code requirements.
10. The Easter Egg Hunt shall be held each year on the Saturday and Sunday of Easter weekend.
The hours of operation shall be 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The activities included with this Event shall
be as described above in the "Background / Details of Proposal" section of this report.
11. The Summer Fun Camp shall be in operation from June through August. The hours of operation
shall be 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The activities included with this Event shall be as described above
in the "Background / Details of Proposal" section of this report.
12. The Farm Tours and Field trips shall be operated as described in the "Background / Details of
Proposal" section of this report. No more than 250 people shall be scheduled to arrive within a 30
minute period.
13. The activities and operation included with the birthday parties held on site shall be as described in
the "Background / Details of Proposal" section of this report.
14. Company, family and military picnics shall be held between March and December. The picnics
shall be limited to Sunday through Thursday, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. and Friday and
Saturday, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. The activities included with the picnics shall be as
described above in the "Background / Details of Proposal' section of this report.
15. Charity fundraisers and Special Events shall be limited to no more than 24 events, other than
those specified with this Use Permit, per year. These events shall be limited to Sunday through
Thursday, 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., and Friday and Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. The
activities included with these events shall be as described above in the "Background / Details of
Proposal" section of this report.
16. For each of the charity fundraisers and special events as conditioned in condition 15 above, the
applicant shall contact all appropriate City agencies including: Fire Marshal Bureau, Police
Department, Commissioner of Revenue, Zoning Department and Health Department.
17. Traffic and parking management during events generated a high volume of traffic, including but
not limited to the Halloween Event, Winter Wonderland Event and Easter Egg Hunt, shall operate
as depicted on the submitted Site Plan and as detailed in the "Traffic Management" portion of the
"Evaluation and Recommendation" section of this report.
18. Certified Police Officers and certified traffic monitors shall assist with traffic control during events
that generate high volumes of traffic, including but not limited to the Halloween Event, Winter
Wonderland Event and Easter Egg Hunt, and events that use the additional "overflow parking"
area as shown on the submitted site plan.
19. Two handicap spaces shall be provided in the gravel parking area adjacent to the Farm market, as
per the submitted Site Plan. These spaces shall comply with all ADA requirements.
JOHN D. VOGEL & RANI VCS"GES.
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Page. 20
20. The temporary curb cut to London Bridge Road shall be restricted to passenger vehicles only. The
temporary curb cut shall be egress only and shall be limited to a right -out onto London Bridge
Road.
21. A legal agreement shall be maintained with the owner of the adjacent property (GPIN#
24058121850000), for the use of the property as "Additional Overflow Parking".
22. All structures used to accommodate events or where people congregate, including the "Barn",
"Farm Market", "Village of the Dead", "Camp Clubhouse", "Greenhouse" and "Christmas Barn",
shall obtain all required permits from the Planning Department, Permits and Inspections Division,
and the Fire Marshal Bureau. These City agencies shall be consulted to determine the permits that
are required.
23. All required permits, certificates of occupancy and improvements necessary to comply with the
building code, as detailed in the "Building Code" portion of the "Evaluation and Recommendation"
section of this report, shall be obtained/completed by the applicant. The applicant shall acquire all
necessary permits and certificates of occupancy from the Planning Department, Permits and
Inspections Division. The Permits and Inspections Division shall verify compliance with the
Building Code upon completion of required work or when a permit is ready for final inspection.
24. An Operations Plan shall be drafted and established for the overall operation of Hunt Club Farm,
as well as more detailed operation plans for each of the facilities used on site. A copy of the plan
shall be submitted to the Planning Director and the Fire Marshal Bureau.
25. The applicant shall comply with all life and fire safety measures as detailed in the "Life Safety"
portion of the "Evaluation and Recommendation" section of this report. The applicant shall verify
compliance with the Fire Prevention Bureau.
26. There shall be no weddings or Change of Command ceremonies held on the site.
NOTE: Further conditions may be required during the administration of applicable City Ordinances
and Standards. Any site plan submitted with this application may require revision during detailed
site plan review to meet all applicable City Codes and Standards. All applicable permits required by
the City Code, including those administered by the Department of Planning / Development Services
Center and Department of Planning / Permits and Inspections Division, and the issuance of a
Certificate of Occupancy, are required before any uses allowed by this Change of Zoning are valid.
The applicant is encouraged to contact and work with the Crime Prevention Office within the Police
Department for crime prevention techniques and Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design
(CPTED) concepts and strategies as they pertain to this site.
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Zoning with Conditions/Proffers. Open Space Promotion
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ZONING HISTORY
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DATE
REQUEST
ACTION
1
07/08/2008
Use Permit (Indoor and Outdoor Recreational facility)
Approved
10/23/2007
Modification of Use Permit granted October 11, 2006
Approved
11/14/2006
Modification of Use Permit granted November 9, 2004
Approved
04/12/2005
Subdivision Variance
Approved
11/09/2004
Use Permit (Commercial Recreation facility)
Approved
05/23/2000
Use Permit (Outdoor Recreational facility)
Approved
04/14/1992
Change of Zoning (AG -2 to Conditional B-2)
Approved
10/22/1991
Use Permit (Outdoor Recreational facility)
Approved
2
06/25/2002
Use Permit (Horse Boarding)
Approved
3
06/25/1996
Modification of Conditions to change of zoning granted 08/14/1989
Approved
08/14/1989
Change of Zoning (AG -1 to 1-1)
Approved
4
08/25/1992
Use Permit (Motor vehicle rentals)
Denied
5
02/08/1988
Use Permit (Transformer station)
Approved
6
01/28/1985
Use Permit (Commercial Kennel)
Approved
7
10/22/1984
Change of Zoning (AG -1 and R-3 to R-8)
Approved
01/01/1984
Land Use Plan for Strawbridge
Approved
8
12/20/1982
Use Permit (Country Inn)
Approved
JOHN D. VOGEL & RANDI VOGEL
Agenda Item D2
Page 30
APPLICANT DISCLOSURE
If the applicant is a corporation, partnership, firm, business, or other unincorporated
organization, complete the following:
1. List the applicant name followed by the names of all officers, members, trustees,
partners, etc. below: (Attach list if necessary)
2. List all businesses that have a parent-subsidiaryi or affiliated business entity2
relationship with the applicant: (Attach list if necessary)
Complete
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unincorporated
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Check here if the applicant is NOT a corporation, partnership, firm, business, or
other unincorporated organization.
PROPERTY OWNER DISCLOSURE
this section only if property owner is different from applicant.
property owner is a corporation, partnership, firm, business, or other
organization, complete the following:
List the property owner name followed by the names of all officers, members,
trustees, partners, etc. below: (Attach list if necessary)
LLC - John D. Vogel, Manager/Sole Member
2. List all businesses that have a parent -subsidiary' or affiliated business entity2
relationship with the applicant: (Attach list if necessary)
Hunt Club Farm
FICheck here if the property owner is NOT a corporation, partnership, firm,
business, or other unincorporated organization.
1
& 2 See next page for footnotes
Does an official or em loyee of h City of Virginia Beach have an interest in the
subject land? Yes II No LX
If yes, what is the name of the official or employee and the nature of their interest?
DISCLOSURE STATEMENT - CHANGE OF ZONING APPLICATION
JOHN D. VOGEL & RANDI
Agenda Item D2
Page 31
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ADDITIONAL DISCLOSURES
List all known contractors or businesses that have or will provide services with respect
to the requested property use, including but not limited to the providers of architectural
services, real estate services, financial services, accounting services, and legal
services: (Attach list if necessary)
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1 "Parent -subsidiary relationship" means "a relationship that exists when one
corporation directly or indirectly owns shares possessing more than 50 percent of the voting
power of another corporation." See State and Local Government Conflict of Interests Act, Va.
Code § 2.2-3101.
2 "Affiliated business entity relationship" means "a relationship, other than parent -
subsidiary relationship, that exists when (i) one business entity has a controlling ownership
interest in the other business entity, (ii) a controlling owner in one entity is also a controlling
owner in the other entity, or (iii) there is shared management or control between the business
entities. Factors that should be considered in determining the existence of an affiliated
business entity relationship include that the same person or substantially the same person
own or manage the two entities; there are common or commingled funds or assets; the
business entities share the use of the same offices or employees or otherwise share activities,
resources or personnel on a regular basis; or there is otherwise a dose working relationship
between the entities." See State and Local Govemment Conflict of Interests Act, Va. Code §
2.2-3101.
CERTIFICATION: I certify that the information contained herein is true and accurate.
I understand that, upon receipt of notification (postcard) that the application has been scheduled for
public hearing, I am responsible for obtaining and posting the required sign on the subject property at
least 30 days prior to the scheduled public hearing according to the instructions in this package. The
undersigned also consents to entry upon the subject property by employees of the Department of
Planning to photograph and view the site for purposes of processing and evaluating this application.
ant's Sign. •re
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DISCLOSURE STATEMENT - CHANGE OF ZONING APPLICATION
JOHN D. VOGEL & RANDI VOGEL
Agenda Item D2
Page 32
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APPLICANT DISCLOSURE
If the applicant is a corporation, partnership, firm, business, or other unincorporated
organization, complete the following:
1. List the applicant name followed by the names of all officers, members, trustees,
partners, etc. below: (Attach list if necessary)
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relationship with the applicant: (Attach list if necessary)
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partnership, firm, business, or
other unincorporated organization.
PROPERTY OWNER DISCLOSURE
Complete this section only if property owner is different from applicant.
If the property owner is a corporation, partnership, firm, business, or other
unincorporated organization, complete the following:
1. List the property owner name followed by the names of all officers, members,
trustees, partners, etc. below: (Attach list if necessary)
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Does an official or employee of the City of Virginia Beach have an interest in the
subject land? Yes No „k
If yes, what is the name of the official or employee and the nature of their interest?
DISCLOSURE STATEMENT - MODIFICATION OF CONDITIONS APPLICATION
JOHN D. VOGEL & RANDI VOGEL
Agenda Item D2
Page 33
ADDITIONAL DISCLOSURES
List all known contractors or businesses that have or will provide services with respect
to the requested property use, including but not limited to the providers of architectural
services, real estate services, financial services, accounting services, and legal
services: (Attach list if necessary)
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1 "Parent -subsidiary relationship" means "a relationship that exists when one
corporation directly or indirectly owns shares possessing more than 50 percent of the voting
power of another corporation." See State and Local Government Conflict of Interests Act, Va.
Code § 2.2-3101.
2 "Affiliated business entity relationship" means "a relationship, other than parent -
subsidiary relationship, that exists when (1) one business entity has a controlling ownership
interest in the other business entity, (ii) a controlling owner in one entity is also a controlling
owner in the other entity, or (iii) there is shared management or control between the business
entities. Factors that should be considered in determining the existence of an affiliated
business entity relationship include that the same person or substantially the same person
own or manage the two entities; there are common or commingled funds or assets; the
business entities share the use of the same offices or employees or otherwise share activities,
resources or personnel on a regular basis; or there is otherwise a close working relationship
between the entities." See State and Local Government Conflict of Interests Act, Va. Code §
2.2-3101.
CERTIFICATION: I certify that the information contained herein is true and accurate.
I understand that, upon receipt of notification (postcard) that the application has been scheduled for
public hearing, I am responsible for obtaining and posting the required sign on the subject property at
least 30 days prior to the scheduled public hearing according to the instructions in this package. The
undersigned also consents to entry upon the subject property by employees of the Department of
Planning to photograph and view the site for purposes of processing and evaluating this application.
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Agenda Item D2
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Item D2
John D. & Randi Vogel and Hunt Club Farm
Change of Zoning
Modification of Conditions
2388 London Bridge Road
District 7
Princess Anne
November 12, 2014
CONSENT
An application of John D. & Randi Vogel and Hunt Club Farm for (a) Change of Zoning from AG -2
Agriculture District & Conditional B-2 Community Business District to Conditional B-2 Community
Business District; and an application of John D. Vogel & Randi Vogel and Hunt Club Farm for (b)
Modification of Conditional Use Permits approved by the City Council on October 22, 1991, May 23,
2000, November 9, 2004, April 12, 2005, November 14, 2006, October 23, 2007 and July 8, 2008 on
property located at 2388 London Bridge Road, District 7, Princess Anne. GPIN: 24059006070000;
24059002180000;24059141550000;24058121850000;24059006070000.
PROFFERS
1. The area being rezoned is that parcel containing 77,060.0 square feet (1.769 acres), which is
more specifically described on Exhibit B, attached hereto and which is also depicted on the Rezoning
Plat, which has been exhibited to City Council and is available in the Planning Department.
2. The uses of the Property are limited to the uses, and shall be subject to the conditions, adopted
with the Conditional Use Permit by the City Council of the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia on the same
date which is the approval date of this instrument, and which uses and conditions are specifically
incorporated herein.
3. Further conditions may be required by the Grantee during detailed Site Plan review and
administration of applicable City Codes by all cognizant City Agencies and departments to meet all
applicable City Code requirements.
MODIFICATION OF CONDITIONS
Hunt Club Farm provides a unique venue. It is one of the few remaining farms in the Suburban Area, as
designated by the Comprehensive Plan. If not for the fact that the property is located within the highest
AICUZ districts, it would have likely been developed for residential use, consistent with the
recommendations of the Comprehensive Plan for the Suburban Area.
A motion was made by Commissioner Hodgson and seconded by Commissioner Horsley to approve item
D2.
AYE 11 NAY 0 ABS 0 ABSENT 0
BROCKWELL AYE
Item D2
John D. & Randi Vogel and Hunt Club Farm
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HODGSON AYE
HORSLEY AYE
INMAN AYE
OLIVER AYE
REDMOND AYE
RIPLEY AYE
RUCINSKI AYE
RUSSO AYE
THORNTON AYE
WEINER AYE
By a vote of 11-0, the Commission approved item D2 by consent.
Bill Gambrell appeared before the Commission on behalf of the applicant.
In Reply Refer To Our File No. DF -9182
TO: Mark D. Stiles
FROM: B. Kay Wils
RE:
CITY OF VI $'° OINIA BEACH
INTER -OFFICE CORRESPONDENCE
DATE: November 20, 2014
DEPT: City Attorney
DEPT: City Attorney
Conditional Zoning Application; John & Randi Vogel, Hunt Club
The above -referenced conditional zoning application is scheduled to be heard by the
City Council on December 2, 2014. I have reviewed the subject proffer agreement, dated
October 21, 2014 and have determined it to be legally sufficient and in proper legal form.
A copy of the agreement is attached.
Please feel free to call me if you have any questions or wish to discuss this matter
further.
BKW/ka
Enclosure
cc: Kathleen Hassen
HUNT CLUB FARM A -1A, LLC, a Virginia limited liability company
JOHN D. VOGEL AND RANDI VOGEL
TO (CONDITIONAL ZONING AGREEMENT AND MODIFICATION TO PROFFERED
COVENANTS, RESTRICTIONS AND CONDITIONS)
CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH, a municipal corporation of the Commonwealth of Virginia
THIS CONDITIONAL ZONING AGREEMENT, is made this 21st day of October, 2014,
between and among HUNT CLUB FARM A -1A, LLC, a Virginia limited liability company,
JOHN D. VOGEL and RANDI VOGEL (collectively "Grantor"), party of the first part; and THE
CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH, a municipal corporation of the Commonwealth of Virginia,
Grantee, party of the second part.
WITNESSETH:
WHEREAS, Hunt Club Farm A -1A, LLC is the owner of a parcel of real property located
in the Centerville District of the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia, containing approximately
12.958 acres of land, which is more particularly described in Exhibit A attached hereto and
incorporated herein; and
WHEREAS, John D. Vogel and Randi Vogel, as Applicants, with the consent and joinder
of Grantor, has initiated a conditional amendment to the zoning map of the City of Virginia Beach
for a portion of the Property, consisting of a parcel containing 77,060.0 square feet (1.769 acres),
which is more specifically described on Exhibit B attached hereto (" the Property"), as well as
depicted on a certain plat entitled "ZONING EXHIBIT 1, PARCEL A -1-A AND A -1-B,
SUBDIVISION OF SITE A-1, PRINCESS ANNE HUNT CLUB, INC.", which plat is dated
GPIN NO.: 24059006070000
Prepared by: Leslie R. Watson, Esq.
Wolcott Rivers Gates
301 Bendix Road
Suite 500
Virginia Beach, VA 23452
December 10, 2012 and is on file with the Planning Department of the City of Virginia Beach,
Virginia (the "Rezoning Plat"). Specifically, John D. Vogel and Randi Vogel (Applicants) have
applied for a conditional change of zoning for the Rezoning Application Parcel, the Property, from
AG -2 and B-2 to Conditional B-2; and
WHEREAS, the Grantee's policy is to provide only for the orderly development of land for
various purposes through zoning and other land development legislation; and
WHEREAS, the Grantor acknowledges that competing and sometimes incompatible uses
conflict and that in order to permit differing uses on and in the area of the Property and at the same
time to recognize the effects of change, and the need for various types of uses, certain reasonable
conditions governing the use of the Property for the protection of the community that are not
generally applicable to land similarly zoned are needed to cope with the situation to which
Grantor's application gives rise; and
NOW THEREFORE, Grantor, for itself, its successors, personal representative, assigns
and grantees and other successor in title or interest, voluntarily and without any requirement by or
exaction from the Grantee or its governing body and without any element of compulsion or quid
pro quo for zoning, rezoning, site plan, building permit, or subdivision approval, Grantor hereby
makes the following declaration of conditions and restrictions which shall restrict and govern the
physical development, operation and use of the Property and hereby covenants and agrees that this
declaration shall constitute covenants running with the Property, which shall be binding upon the
Property and upon all parties and persons claiming under or through the Grantor, its successors,
personal representatives, assigns, Grantee, and other successors in interest or title:
1. The area being rezoned is that parcel containing 77,060.0 square feet (1.769 acres),
which is more specifically described on Exhibit B, attached hereto and which is also depicted on
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the Rezoning Plat, which has been exhibited to City Council and is available in the Planning
Department.
2. The uses of the Property are limited to the uses, and shall be subject to the
conditions, adopted with the Conditional Use Permit by the City Council of the City of Virginia
Beach, Virginia on the same date which is the approval date of this instrument, and which uses and
conditions are specifically incorporated herein.
3. Further conditions may be required by the Grantee during detailed Site Plan review
and administration of applicable City Codes by all cognizant City Agencies and departments to
meet all applicable City Code requirements.
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HUNT CLUB FARM A-1 A, LLC,
a limited liability company
By:
Joh 4J ogel, Man; ger
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COMMONWEALTH OF VIRGINIA
CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH, to -wit:
I, the undersigned, a Notary Public in and for my City and State aforesaid, do hereby
certify that John D. Vogel, Manager of Hunt Club Farm A -1A, LLC, a Virginia limited liability
company, whose name is signed to the foregoing instrument, has acknowledged the s me before
me this ais\-- day of October, 2014, who is personally know to me or has ✓ produced
dckvQcs ict as identification.
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I, the undersigned, a Notary Public in and for my City and State aforesaid, do hereby
certify that John D. Vogel, whose name is signed to the foregoing instrument, has acknowledged
the,s'ame before me this a k&k-- day of October, 2014, who is personally know to me or has
produced cc,N2 CS k.\ct, as identification.
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I, the undersigned, a Notary Public in and for my City and State aforesaid, do hereby
certify that Randi Vogel, whose name is signed to the foregoing instrument, has acknowledged th
same before me this al*- day of October, 2014, who is personally know to me or has
produced rid\,,s w.cts2, as identification.
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Exhibit A
ALL THAT certain lot, piece, or parcel of land, together with the buildings and improvements
thereon and the appurtenances thereunto belonging, known and designated as Parcel A -1-A,
containing 12.958 acres more or less, as shown on that certain plat entitled "Subdivision of Site
A-1, Princess Anne Hunt Club, Inc. (Map Book 90, Page 35) Virginia Beach, Virginia, dated July
11, 2005" made by NDI, L.L.C., Basgier and Associates Division and which said plate is recorded
in the Clerk's Office of the Circuit Court of the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia as Instrument No.
20060714001068550.
Together with all rights in and to the Twenty -Five foot (25') wide ingress/egress easement to
London Bridge Road as shown on the aforesaid plat.
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Exhibit B
The Zoning Parcel
To reach the Point of Beginning of the Zoning Parcel, commence at a point in the northern right of
way line of London Bridge Road at a point in the said right of way line which is the southwest
corner of a parcel belonging to Virginia Electric and Power Company (D.B. 858, P. 378) (D.B.
858, P. 382) (GPIN 2404-99-3905), and from said point proceed in a northwesterly direction along
the right of way line of London Bridge Road a distance of 268.01 feet to a point, which is the Point
of Beginning of the Zoning Parcel.
From said Point of Beginning, continue along the right of way line of London Bridge Road N 56°
03' 31" W a distance of 217.71 feet to a point; thence N 33° 56' 29" E a distance of 17.00 feet to a
point; thence N 56° 03' 32" W a distance of 13.02 feet to a point; thence N 11° 13' 32" W a
distance of 117.01 feet to a point; then N 04° 46' 48" E a distance of 48.11 feet to a point; thence N
39° 02' 54" E a distance of 45.00 feet to a point; thence S 59° 28' 45" E a distance of 63.55 feet to
a point; thence S 63° 44' 56" E a distance of 326.69 feet to a point; thence N 88° 43' 06" E a
distance of 27.70 feet to a point; thence S 36° 51' 03" W a distance of 67.21 feet to a point; thence
S 14° 41' 49" W a distance of 41.79 feet to a point; thence S 35° 13' 35" W a distance of 70.84 feet
to a point; thence S 83° 39' 34" W a distance of 112.00 feet to the Point of Beginning.
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AGENDA ITEM
ITEM: KING FARMS, LLC (Applicant) / KING FARMS, LLC & PAMELA GRAY
(Owners), Change of Zoning from AG -1 and AG -2 Agricultural Districts to
Conditional PD -H2 Planned Development [R-20 Residential] and P-1
Preservation Districts. Floodplain Variance. Property is located at 2852
and 2876 West Neck Road (GPINs 1493959189, 1493966386, 1493969675,
2403048740, and 2403056472). COUNCIL DISTRICT — PRINCESS ANNE.
MEETING DATE: December 2, 2014
• Background:
The applicant requests a Change of Zoning for a 158 -acre farm from AG -1 & AG -
2 Agricultural Districts to Conditional PD -H2 [R-20 Residential District] in order to
construct up to 153 single-family dwellings clustered within five neighborhoods.
Encroachment into the Special Flood Hazard Area present on the site is planned
for small sections of roadway and for some of the open space amenities;
therefore, a Floodplain Variance is also requested. The site is within the
Transition Area, the area of the City that serves as a transition from the more
Suburban Area to the Rural Area.
• Considerations:
The Land Use Plan outlined in Proffer 9 stipulates minimum lot size, setbacks,
maximum height, and lot coverage requirements for the 153 parcels within the
five neighborhoods. The proffers of the Conditional Zoning Agreement require all
dwellings to have at least a two -car garage and to meet a minimum floor area
size specific to each neighborhood. In addition, all structures, including fencing
within the community, must be approved by an Architectural Review Committee
of the mandatory membership property owners' association. The submitted
elevations depict several examples of the style of homes proposed as well as
provide a graphic representation of the proffered exterior building materials to
include the use of brick, stone, cement fiberboard, stucco, and cedar shake.
These quasi -transitional designed homes are depicted with high-quality
architectural elements and detailing such as: usable front porches; appropriately
scaled and varied roof lines; small pane windows; extra wide pillars and trim,
brackets and trim work; and, changes in roof and facade materials.
Consistent with the recommendations for the Comprehensive Plan and the
Transition Area Guidelines, the plan depicts 57 percent of the property or 90.86
acres as open space. These open space areas are proposed as a mix of passive
and active recreation areas including: natural areas of woods and wetlands,
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wildflower meadows, athletic fields, bike/pedestrian trails, and a playground. The
proffer agreement specifically prohibits lighting for nighttime recreation in the
open space areas.
Since the farm is located within the Transition Area, the applicant briefed the
Transition Area/ITA Citizens' Advisory Committee Development Design Review
Subcommittee. The Committee's findings are provided on page 4 of the attached
staff report.
A small portion of the northern part of the site is within the 65-70 dB DNL Noise
Zone of Sub Area 2. Accordingly, on August 28, 2014, the Navy -City MOU Joint
Staff Group (MOU JSG) reviewed the proposal, and found that it was consistent
with the criteria provided in Section 1804(c).
Further information pertaining to the site plan, the impacts on City services, the
floodplain variance request, as well as Staff's evaluation, are provided in the
attached staff report.
There was no opposition to the request at the public hearing.
• Recommendations:
The Planning Commission placed this item on the Consent Agenda, passing a
motion by a recorded vote of 11-0, to recommend to the City Council approval of
the Change of Zoning as proffered (below) and approval of the Floodplain
Variance with one condition (provided below, following the proffers).
PROFFERS of the Change of Zoning:
PROFFER 1:
When development takes place upon that portion of the Property which is to be
developed, it shall be as a single family residential community of no more than
one hundred fifty-three (153) building lots substantially in conformance with the
exhibit entitled "CONCEPTUAL LAYOUT PLAN OF KING'S LANDING WEST
NECK ROAD VIRGINIA BEACH, VIRGINIA", dated 04/28/14, prepared by
Richard Browner and MSA, P.C., which has been exhibited to the Virginia Beach
City Council and is on file with the Virginia Beach Department of Planning ("Land
Use Plan").
PROFFER 2:
When the Property is subdivided for development, the Grantor shall dedicate to
the Grantee approximately seven and one-half (7.5±) acres of West Neck Road
right of way along the Property's frontage, substantially as depicted on the Land
Use Plan. The Grantor will also construct the multipurpose trail within the
dedicated West Neck Road right of way substantially as depicted on the Land
Use Plan.
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PROFFER 3:
When the Property is subdivided for development, a one hundred fifty foot (150')
wide "TRANSITION AREA BUFFER EASEMENT" shall be dedicated to the
Grantee substantially as depicted on the Land Use Plan. When the Property is
developed, the Transition Area Buffer shall be improved by the Grantor with
ponds, berms and landscaping substantially as depicted on the Land Use Plan.
PROFFER 4:
When the Property is subdivided for development, approximately 90.86 acres of
active open space, passive forested open space, Transition Area Buffer and
ponds as depicted on the Land Use Plan shall be zoned P-1 Preservation
District. All of the Open Space areas including the "150' TRANSITION AREA
BUFFER EASEMENT" shall be conveyed to and maintained by the Property
Owners Association.
PROFFER 5:
The community entrance and the proposed street sections of the roads within the
community shall be constructed and installed substantially in conformance with
the plans depicted on the Land Use Plan. When the Property is subdivided, the
necessary right-of-way improvements and turn lanes from West Neck Road at
the entrances from Wet Neck Road as depicted on the Land Use Plan shall be
constructed by the Grantor.
PROFFER 6:
When the Property is subdivided, the residential building lots shall range in size
from 56,000 square feet to 8,000 square feet as depicted and described on the
Land Use Plan and they shall be subject to a recorded Declaration of Protective
Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions ("Deed Restrictions") administered by a
Property Owners' Association, to which membership by all lot owners is
mandatory. The Property Owners' Association shall be responsible for
maintaining the 150' Transition Area Buffer, all open space areas, common
areas, trails, easements and entrance features. The Deed Restrictions shall
prohibit the operation of motorcycles or all -terrain vehicles ("ATVs") within the
open space areas. All structures, including fences on lots within King's Landing
must be approved by the Architectural Review Committee of the Property
Owners' Association.
PROFFER 7:
A plan for improvements to the three (3) areas designated on the Land Use Plan
as "Neighborhood Park", "300' x 300' multipurpose field" and "100' x 100'
multipurpose field, including tot lot and gazebo", along with a detailed
landscaping plan for all open space areas shall be submitted to the Director of
the Department of Planning, or his designee, for review and approval prior to
subdivision approval. No multipurpose fields, park areas or open space areas
shall be lighted for active recreation at night.
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PROFFER 8:
The single family residential lots depicted on the Land Use Plan will be divided
into five (5) sections or neighborhoods within King's Landing as identified on the
Exhibit entitled "Neighborhood Identification Plan of King's Landing" dated
9/16/14, prepared by MSA, P.C. which has been exhibited to the Virginia Beach
City Council and is on file with the Virginia Beach Department of Planning.
PROFFER 9:
The dimensional and setback requirements applicable for each identified
neighborhood in King's Landing shall be as follows:
A. West Neck Park
(i) minimum lot width
(ii) minimum lot area
(iii) minimum front yard setback
(iv) minimum side yard setback
(v) minimum side yard setback adjacent
to a street
(vi) minimum rear yard setback
(vii) maximum building height
(viii) maximum lot coverage
B. The Meadow View
(i) minimum lot width
(ii) minimum lot area
(iii) minimum front yard setback
(iv) minimum side yard setback
(v) minimum side yard setback adjacent
to a street
(vi) minimum rear yard setback when adjacent to
Open Space
(vii) minimum rear yard setback when rear
property line is contiguous with the
side or rear property line of an adjoining
building lot
(viii) maximum building height
(ix) maximum lot coverage
C. The Central Park
(i) minimum lot width
(ii) minimum lot area
(iii) minimum front yard setback
(iv) minimum side yard setback
(v) minimum side yard setback adjacent
to a street
(vi) minimum rear yard setback when
100 feet
12,000 square feet
50 feet
10 feet
25 feet
20 feet
42 feet
35%
80 feet
10,000 square feet
30 feet
10 feet
20 feet
10 feet
20 feet
42 feet
40%
80 feet
9,600 square feet
30 feet
10 feet
20 feet
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adjacent to Open Space
(vii) minimum rear yard setback when rear
property line is contiguous with the side or
rear property line of an adjoining building lot
(viii) maximum building height
(ix) maximum lot coverage
D. The Park Side
(i) minimum lot width
(ii) minimum lot area
(iii) minimum front yard setback
(iv) minimum side yard setback
(v) minimum side yard setback adjacent
to a street
(vi) minimum rear yard setback when
adjacent to Open Space
(vii) minimum rear yard setback when rear
property line is contiguous with the side or
rear property line of an adjoining building lot
(viii) maximum building height
(ix) maximum lot coverage
E. The Creek Side
(i) minimum lot width
(ii) minimum lot area
(iii) minimum front yard setback
(iv) minimum side yard setback
(v) minimum side yard setback adjacent
to a street
(vi) minimum rear yard setback
(vii) maximum building height
(viii) maximum lot coverage
10 feet
20 feet
42 feet
40%
80 feet
8,000 square feet
30 feet
10 feet
20 feet
10 feet
20 feet
42 feet
40%
80 feet
8,600 square feet
30 feet
10 feet
20 feet
10 feet
42 feet
40%
An accessory structure, approved by the Architectural Review Committee,
measuring not more than 150 square feet in size may have a setback of five feet
(5') from a rear property line and/or a side property line not adjacent to a street.
All fences approved by the Architectural Review Committee must be open style
(i.e. not solid), no greater than fifty percent (50%) opaque and not greater than
five feet (5') in height. Open style fences with brick or stone pillars and matching
bases no greater than eighteen inches (18") in height may be approved.
PROFFER 10:
All residential dwellings constructed in the West Neck Park and Meadow View
Park neighborhoods shall contain no less than 2400 square feet of enclosed
living area, excluding garage area, for a one-story dwelling and no less than
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2600 square feet of enclosed living area, excluding garage area, for a multistory
dwelling.
PROFFER 11:
All residential dwellings constructed in the Central Park, Park Side and Creek
Side neighborhoods shall contain no less than 1800 square feet of enclosed
living area, excluding garage area, for a one-story dwelling and no less than
2400 square feet of enclosed living area, excluding garage area, for a multistory
dwelling.
PROFFER 12:
All residential dwellings in King's Landing shall have no less than a two (2) car
garage and shall be constructed with exterior surfaces, excluding roofs, windows,
doors, soffits, trim and porches, of brick, stone, cement fiber (Hardie Plank),
stucco, cedar shake or comparable high quality material. The architectural
features and exterior appearance of the dwellings shall be substantially in
keeping with the appearance of the homes depicted on the prints labeled
"TYPICAL EXTERIOR ARCHITECTURAL QUALITY — HOMES IN KING'S
LANDING", dated September 29, 2014 which have been exhibited to the Virginia
Beach City Council and are on file with the Virginia Beach Department of
Planning ("Architectural Exhibit").
PROFFER 13:
Further conditions may be required by the Grantee during detailed Site Plan
and/or Subdivision review and administration of applicable City codes by all
cognizant City agencies and departments to meet all applicable City code
requirements. Any references hereinabove to the PDH -2, R-20 and P-1 Zoning
Districts and to the requirements and regulations applicable thereto refer to the
Zoning Ordinance and Subdivision Ordinance of the City of Virginia Beach,
Virginia, in force as of the date of approval of this Agreement by City Council,
which are by this reference incorporated herein.
CONDITION of the Floodplain Variance:
Unless otherwise required by the Planning Department/Development
Services Center, the on-site floodplain mitigation shall be as depicted on
the Plan referenced in Proffer #1 above.
• Attachments:
Staff Report and Disclosure Statements
Verbatim Minutes of Planning Commission Hearing
Location Map
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Recommended Action: Staff recommends approval. Planning Commission
recommends approval.
Submitting Department/Agency: Planning Department
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King Farms, L.L.C.
14
November 12, 2014 Public
Hearing
APPLICANT:
KING FARMS,
LLC
PROPERTY OWNER:
KING FARMS, LLC
& PAMELA K.
GRAY, STEVEN A.
GRAY
STAFF PLANNER: Carolyn A.K. Smith
REQUEST:
(a) Change of Zoning (AG -1 & AG -2 Agricultural Districts to Conditional PD -H2 with a R-20 Residential
District overlay)
(b) Floodplain Variance to Section 4.10 of the Floodplain Ordinance, fill within the Floodplain Subject to
Special Restrictions
ADDRESS / DESCRIPTION: 2852 West Neck Road
GPINS: ELECTION DISTRICT: SITE SIZE: AICUZ:
14939696750000 PRINCESS ANNE 158.03 acres 65-70 dB DNUSub
24030564720000 Area 2,
14939591890000 Less than 65 dB DNL
14939663890000
24030487400000
t
BACKGROUND / DETAILS OF PROPOSAL
Background
The applicant's family has owned a large portion of this property since 1950 and completed acquisition of
the farm in 1967. Currently, most of the site is cultivated fields with forested areas on the eastern
portions of the farm, closest to West Neck Creek. There is a fenced -in single grave site on the property.
The applicant proposes to rezone the 158 -acre farm, currently zoned AG -1 & AG -2 Agricultural Districts,
to Conditional PD -H2 [R-20 Residential District] in order to construct up to 153 single-family dwellings
clustered within five neighborhoods. Encroachment into the Special Flood Hazard Area present on the
site is planned for small sections of roadway and for some of the open space amenities; therefore, a
Floodplain Variance is also requested. A small portion of the northwest section of the property, 7.2 acres,
lies within the 65-70 dB DNL noise zone, Sub Area 2.
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Details
The site is within the Transition Area, the area of the City that serves as a transition from the more dense
suburban area to Virginia Beach's rural south. The proffered concept plan depicts a variable width
dedication totaling 7.5 acres of the farm for future roadway improvements along West Neck Road. Two
ingress/egress points are proposed for the development along West Neck Road. Right and left turn lanes
are proposed at the southern entrance and a left turn lane is proposed at the northern entrance. As
indicated on the submitted conceptual plan, the entrance medians for the development will be planted
with a mixture of canopy and understory/ornamental trees, evergreen and ornamental shrubs, grasses
and groundcovers. Also planned is a 10 -foot wide publically accessible trail along West Neck Road,
designed for future connections to adjacent properties. Beyond that, a 150 -foot wide Transition Area
buffer along the right-of-way is proposed. This vegetated buffer will be maintained by the Property
Owners' Association. A Landscape Plan for the entire property is proffered to be completed and
submitted during final site plan review. It should be noted that some portions of the interior street layout
do not meet the geometrics requirements of the Public Works Standards and will need to be addressed
during final site plan review.
Consistent with the recommendations for the Comprehensive Plan and the Transition Area Guidelines,
the plan depicts 57 percent of the property or 90.86 acres as open space. These open space areas are
proposed as a mix of passive and active recreation areas including: natural areas of woods and wetlands,
wildflower meadows, athletic fields, bike/pedestrian trails, and a playground. The proffer agreement
specifically prohibits lighting for nighttime recreation in the open space areas.
Approximately 54 acres are within the Special Flood Hazard Area, defined as the land in the floodplain
subject to a one percent or greater chance of being flooded in any given year. No homes are proposed to
be constructed within this floodplain. A small impact of up to two percent of the total floodplain is planned
- specifically, the Floodplain Variance request is to place approximately 8,300 cubic feet of fill on the
property. Portions of the floodplain will be graded for the installation of the open space amenities —
playing fields, tot lot, trails. According to the applicant's engineer, the addition of fill material is also
necessary in order to raise small sections of the proposed roadways above the Special Flood Hazard
Area, thereby ensuring safe vehicular passage and emergency vehicle access throughout the
neighborhood during storm events. Based on the presented layout, without fill placed in the floodplain at
two sections of the proposed interior road up to 26 homes could be completely isolated during a
significant storm event.
The Land Use Plan outlined in Proffer 9 stipulates minimum lot size, setbacks, maximum height and lot
coverage requirements for the 153 parcels within the five new neighborhoods. The proffer agreement
requires all dwellings to have at least a two -car garage and to meet a minimum square footage based on
the neighborhood. In addition, all structures, including fencing within the community, must be approved
by an Architectural Review Committee of the mandatory membership property owners' association. The
submitted elevations depict several examples of the style of homes proposed as well as provide a graphic
representation of the proffered exterior building materials to include the use of brick, stone, cement
fiberboard, stucco and cedar shake. These quasi -transitional designed homes are depicted with high-
quality architectural elements and detailing such as: usable front porches; appropriately scaled and varied
roof lines; small pane windows; extra wide pillars and trim, brackets and trim work; and, changes in roof
and facade materials.
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LAND USE AND COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
EXISTING LAND USE: single family dwellings, cultivated fields
SURROUNDING LAND
USE AND ZONING:
North:
South:
East:
West:
NATURAL RESOURCE AND
CULTURAL FEATURES:
• Single family dwellings, woods / AG -1 & AG -2 Agricultural
Districts
• Cultivated fields, woods, cemetery / AG -1 & AG -2
Agricultural Districts
• Wooded marsh / AG -1 Agricultural District
• West Neck Road
• Single family dwellings, golf course/residential community /
PD -H1, P-1 Preservation District, Conditional R-20
Residential District
The site is within the Southern Watersheds Management Area
(SWMA) and has Special Flood Hazard Area and jurisdictional
wetland impacts. No encroachment into the SWMA 50 -foot buffer is
permitted without a variance. All land within the 50 -foot buffer is
proposed to be managed by the property owners' association as
common open space. A small portion of the Special Flood Hazard
Area is proposed to be re -graded for the open space amenities and
filled in order to construct a portion of the roadway. In terms of
jurisdictional wetlands, the United States Army Corps of Engineers
has approved the delineation but has not yet issued a permit for the
proposed impacts. These are wetlands that are regulated by State
and Federal agencies. The applicant's engineer has informed Staff
that a permit will be sought once final engineering plans are
prepared and the exact impacts to wetlands are determined.
Approval by the City does not relieve the property owner of
responsibility of meeting all State and Federal regulations. East of
the subject property is the West Neck Creek Natural Area. As a
valuable aesthetic resource, the West Neck Creek Natural Area
offers opportunity for passive recreational uses, such as hiking,
fishing, bird watching, nature observation and photography.
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN: The Comprehensive Plan designates this property as being within the
Transition Area. The Transition Area serves as a unique land use buffer between the low-density Rural
Area from the more densely developed Suburban Area. Within the Transition Area, the Plan calls for
development patterns that promote open space, low per acre density and preservation of natural
features. Discretionary development proposals within the Transition Area, according to the Plan, should
be well-planned, cluster residential development at densities no more than one dwelling unit per acre.
New development should incorporate the specific planning and design principles established in the
Transition Area Design Guidelines as well as adhere to the provisions of the Oceana Land Use
Conformity and AICUZ programs.
As the property is within Sub -area 2 of the 65-70 dB DNL Noise Zone, discretionary development
applications for residential uses must be proposed at a density similar to or lower than that of surrounding
properties having a similar use and no greater than recommended by the Comprehensive Plan; and that
the proposal conform to the applicable provisions of the Comprehensive Plan and its development
guidelines. The Comprehensive Plan purposely recommends a lower density for new development in the
Transition Area. This lower density minimizes the level of impact on existing public infrastructure; avoids
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the need for the higher level and more expensive improvements associated with urban development; and,
in keeping with the intent of the Green Line, ensures that citizens in other parts of the city will not be
subsidizing capital improvements to support higher density development in rural Virginia Beach. The
Comprehensive Plan states that "Development in the Transition Area is not to be considered as a
continuation of the higher density growth as experienced in the in the northern urban area ...." The
Transition Area is viewed not as a continuation of the urban areas to the north or the rural areas to the
south, but as a transitional zone between the two. To further this concept, the Transition Area Guidelines
and Matrix were established and to ensure that growth in this area is suited to the character of the area
and respectful of environmental features.
As the farm is located within the Transition Area, the applicant briefed the Transition Area/ITA Citizens'
Advisory Committee Development Design Review Subcommittee. Out of that Subcommittee came the
following comments:
• Worthy of commending are: the 150 foot Transition Area buffer, the 120 foot right-of-way
dedication for future roadway improvements, the six -miles of hiking and biking trails with
connectivity, the excess open space acreage beyond the minimum recommended by the
Transition Area Guidelines and the connection to City water and sewer.
• The number of lots should be reduced in the development in order to increase the size of the less
than 10,000 square feet Tots and provide more contiguous open space and open space views on
these lots and within the development, or apply minor changes to lot layout to place the majority
of the smaller lots along the areas that front or back to open space.
• This development will significantly increase traffic volume on this rural road comprised of two
lanes bordered by deep drainage ditches. While flow of traffic may not be disrupted by the
addition of more traffic to this roadway from the King's Landing development, a safety issue is
imminent as this is now a frequent route of travel for inexperienced drivers using that road to
access the new Kellam High School.
IMPACT ON CITY SERVICES
MASTER TRANSPORTATION PLAN (MTP) / CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (CIP):
West Neck Road is a two-lane road transitioning from a suburban minor arterial to a rural road; planning
documents and past CIPs have called for its reconstruction as a suburban minor arterial with a modified
alignment to reduce the horizontal curvature and increase safety. Public Works/Traffic Engineering Staff
has waived a traffic impact study for this application as the proffer agreement includes left -turn lanes at
both entrances and a right -turn lane at the southern entrance.
TRAFFIC:
Street Name
Present
Volume
Present Capacity
Generated Traffic
West Neck Road
4,000 ADT 1
13,600 ADT 1(Level of
Service "C") — 15,000
ADT 1 (Level of Service
"D")
Existing Land Use 2—
10 ADT
Proposed Land Use 3
— 1,546 ADT
'Average Daily Trips
2 as defined by 158 acres of agricultural fields & a single f2r►1iily twine;,
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3 as defined by 154 single family homes
WATER: This site has several existing water meters that may be used or upgraded to accommodate the
proposed development. All proposed lots within the subdivision must connect to City water. A hydraulic
analysis is required to ensure potential water demand can be met. There is an existing 12 -inch City water
main along West Neck Road.
SEWER: Two homes on this property are currently utilizing a private force main. All proposed lots within
the subdivision must connect to City sanitary sewer. Analysis of Pump Station #636 and the sanitary
sewer collection system will be required to ensure future flows can be accommodated. There is an
existing six-inch and ten -inch City sanitary sewer force main along Nimmo Road and an existing 16 -inch
City sanitary sewer gravity main along West Neck Road.
Water and sanitary sewer service must be verified and improved if necessary so that the new buildings
will have adequate water pressure, fire protection and sanitary sewer service.
SCHOOLS:
School
Current
Enrollment
Capacity
Existing
Zoning
Proposed
Zoning
Change 2
Princess Anne Elementary
502
586
9
43
34
Princess Anne Middle
1,467
1,474
5
26
21
Kellam High
1,826
2,000
7
37
29
Number of students
2 "change" represents the difference between the number of potential or actual students generated under the existing zoning and the
number generated under the proposed zoning. The number can be positive (additional students) or negative (fewer students).
Section 5.B.8 of the Site Plan Ordinance states:
"No floodplain variance shall be granted by the Council unless it finds that:
1. Such variance will not create or result in unacceptable or prohibited increases in flood heights,
additional threats to public safety, extraordinary public expense, nuisances, fraud or victimization
of the public.
2. The granting of such variance will not be detrimental to other property in the vicinity.
3. The circumstances giving rise to the variance application are not of a general or recurring nature.
4. Such circumstances arise from the physical character of the property or from the use or
development of adjacent property and not from the personal situation of the applicant.
5. The granting of such variance will not be in conflict with any ordinance or regulation of the city."
Section 5B.8 (f) provides additional guidance in the evaluation of floodplain variance applications. The
Section notes, "No variance shall be granted by the Council unless the following performance standards
are met:
1. Filling shall be limited to the smallest volume and area possible.
2. Floodplain storage capacity shall be mitigated at a one-to-one ratio of storage capacity created
for area filled to ensure no net loss of storage occurs as result of filling.
3. All floodplain mitigation shall be located on the project site and shall be located contiguous to the
existing floodplain.
4. The general characteristics and functions of the floodplain shall not be adversely affected.
5. Wetlands protection and buffer area requirements set forth in Section 7 of the Southern
Watersheds Management Ordinance (Appendix G) are met or a variance there from is granted."
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ARMS
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EVALUATION AND RECOMMENDATION
In Staff's opinion, the proposed rezoning is consistent with the recommendations of the Comprehensive
Plan, the Transition Area Design Guidelines and the provisions of Section 1804 of the City Zoning
Ordinance pertaining to discretionary development applications in AICUZ areas. A small portion of the
site is within the 65-70 dB DNL Noise Zone of Sub Area 2 and as such, the Navy -City MOU Joint Staff
Group (MOU JSG) reviewed the proposal. Accordingly, on August 28, 2014, the Navy -City MOU Joint
Staff Group (MOU JSG) reviewed the proposal, and found that it was consistent with the criteria provided
in Section 1804(c). The reviews discretionary development applications, such as rezoning requests for
residential uses, to ensure that proposals reflect a density no greater than recommended by the
Comprehensive Plan and similar to or lower than that of surrounding residential properties and; proposals
conform to the applicable provisions of the Comprehensive Plan and its development guidelines — in this
case, the Transition Area Design Guidelines. These Guidelines address three important components of
project design: Natural Resources, Amenity, and Design.
Consistent with the Transition Area Guidelines, the site layout exceeds the goal of 50 percent open space
as 57 percent of the total site acreage is depicted as open space. The proposed development is well
planned with clustered or massed development that limits encroachment into the environmentally
sensitive portions of the property. The proposed open space and amenities are in close proximity to all of
the lots and approximately 70 percent of the homes either fronting on or backing up to open space.
The Comprehensive Plan recommends that residential development have a maximum average density of
one dwelling unit per acre. With an overall density proposed of 1.00 units per acre, 153 dwellings on
153.4 acres, the number of future dwellings is consistent with this guide. Clustering the homes optimizes
design opportunities, reduces pressure to encroach onto environmentally sensitive land, minimizes
impervious surfaces and results in more open spaces. Due to the clustered design outside of the
environmentally sensitive features on the farm, much of the mature wooded areas will be preserved.
Pedestrian and bike trails will be integrated throughout the site and along West Neck Road, cognizant of
possible future connectivity to adjacent parcels. As recommended by the Guidelines, the stormwater
management facilities along West Neck Road will serve as visual, open space amenities as one travels
along the road.
The West Neck Road (Transition Area) Project (CIP 2-502) refined the Master Transportation Plan by
beginning the design effort for an improved roadway between North Landing Road and Indian River
Road. The alignment that was presented to the public in 2006 included a parkway section as well as
improved curves; however, it had significant impacts on the King Farm (to the north) and the Fountain
Property (to the south). Due to priority changes, funding for the project was reduced in FY07 to
accommodate interim safety improvements at three locations. The last phase of these interim
improvements (adjacent to the King and Fountain properties) was completed in 2013. With this proposed
rezoning application, the Master Transportation Plan needs, and the 30% design from West Neck Road,
Public Works was asked to develop several options to accommodate the competing interests for the
ultimate roadway alignment. The submitted layout in Staffs opinion reflects a plan that meets both the
needs of the property owner and the roadway improvement needs of the community.
It is Staffs finding that the proposal blends well with the area at a density less than the Villages at West
Neck; places no detrimental burden on the capacity of roadways and other infrastructure in the Transition
Area; is respectful of the semi -rural character along this portion of West Neck Road; facilitates
preservation of much of the wooded areas, floodplain and wetlands; and, generally provides an
appropriate architectural style for the home designs and signage, all of which are consistent with the
Comprehensive Plan, the Transition Area Design Guidelines and the provisions of Section 1804 of the
City Zoning Ordinance. Based on this evaluation, Staff recommends approval of the application subject to
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the proffers below.
The Floodplain Variance request, in Staff's opinion, sufficiently addresses the standards set forth for
granting variances for disturbance in the Special Flood Hazard Area. The physical characteristics of the
property require some filling in the floodplain to ensure safe vehicle movements during storm events and
some grading in the floodplain to ensure safe, even walking/biking surfaces. Also, the presence of
jurisdictional wetlands, as defined by the United States Army Corps of Engineers and regulated by State
and Federal agencies, requires small portions of the neighborhood roads to encroach into the Special
Flood Hazard Area to avoid the wetlands. The subdivision has been designed to keep all residential Tots
and structures outside of the Special Flood Hazard Area and designate that portion of the floodplain as
open space. Disturbance in this portion of the floodplain is minimal as only approximately two percent of
the entire Special Flood Hazard Area will be impacted by the development. Finally, the proposed
mitigation is sited adjacent to the existing floodplain and the mitigation volume exceeds the amount of
fill/disturbance on the site. Based on this, Staff recommends approval of the Floodplain Variance.
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PROFFERS
The following are proffers submitted by the applicant as part of a Conditional Zoning Agreement (CZA).
The applicant, consistent with Section 107(h) of the City Zoning Ordinance, has voluntarily submitted
these proffers in an attempt to "offset identified problems to the extent that the proposed rezoning is
acceptable," (§107(h)(1)). Should this application be approved, the proffers will be recorded at the Circuit
Court and serve as conditions restricting the use of the property as proposed with this change of zoning.
PROFFER 1:
When development takes place upon that portion of the Property which is to be developed, it shall be as
a single family residential community of no more than one hundred fifty-three (153) building lots
substantially in conformance with the exhibit entitled "CONCEPTUAL LAYOUT PLAN OF KING'S
LANDING WEST NECK ROAD VIRGINIA BEACH, VIRGINIA", dated 04/28/14, prepared by Richard
Browner and MSA, P.C., which has been exhibited to the Virginia Beach City Council and is on file with
the Virginia Beach Department of Planning ("Land Use Plan").
PROFFER 2:
When the Property is subdivided for development, the Grantor shall dedicate to the Grantee
approximately seven and one-half (7.5±) acres of West Neck Road right of way along the Property's
frontage, substantially as depicted on the Land Use Plan. The Grantor will also construct the
multipurpose trail within the dedicated West Neck Road right of way substantially as depicted on the Land
Use Plan.
PROFFER 3:
When the Property is subdivided for development, a one hundred fifty foot (150') wide "TRANSITION
AREA BUFFER EASEMENT" shall be dedicated to the Grantee substantially as depicted on the Land
Use Plan. When the Property is developed, the Transition Area Buffer shall be improved by the Grantor
with ponds, berms and landscaping substantially as depicted on the Land Use Plan.
PROFFER 4:
When the Property is subdivided for development, approximately 90.86 acres of active open space,
passive forested open space, Transition Area Buffer and ponds as depicted on the Land Use Plan chap
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be zoned P-1 Preservation District. All of the Open Space areas including the "150' TRANSITION AREA
BUFFER EASEMENT" shall be conveyed to and maintained by the Property Owners Association.
PROFFER 5:
The community entrance and the proposed street sections of the roads within the community shall be
constructed and installed substantially in conformance with the plans depicted on the Land Use Plan.
When the Property is subdivided, the necessary right-of-way improvements and turn lanes from West
Neck Road at the entrances from Wet Neck Road as depicted on the Land Use Plan shall be constructed
by the Grantor.
PROFFER 6:
When the Property is subdivided, the residential building lots shall range in size from 56,000 square feet
to 8,000 square feet as depicted and described on the Land Use Plan and they shall be subject to a
recorded Declaration of Protective Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions ("Deed Restrictions")
administered by a Property Owners' Association, to which membership by all lot owners is mandatory.
The Property Owners' Association shall be responsible for maintaining the 150' Transition Area Buffer, all
open space areas, common areas, trails, easements and entrance features. The Deed Restrictions shall
prohibit the operation of motorcycles or all -terrain vehicles ("ATVs") within the open space areas. All
structures, including fences on Tots within King's Landing must be approved by the Architectural Review
Committee of the Property Owners' Association.
PROFFER 7:
A plan for improvements to the three (3) areas designated on the Land Use Plan as "Neighborhood Park",
"300' x 300' multipurpose field" and "100' x 100' multipurpose field, including tot lot and gazebo", along
with a detailed landscaping plan for all open space areas shall be submitted to the Director of the
Department of Planning, or his designee, for review and approval prior to subdivision approval. No
multipurpose fields, park areas or open space areas shall be lighted for active recreation at night.
PROFFER 8:
The single family residential Tots depicted on the Land Use Plan will be divided into five (5) sections or
neighborhoods within King's Landing as identified on the Exhibit entitled "Neighborhood Identification
Plan of King's Landing" dated 9/16/14, prepared by MSA, P.C. which has been exhibited to the Virginia
Beach City Council and is on file with the Virginia Beach Department of Planning.
PROFFER 9:
The dimensional and setback requirements applicable for each identified neighborhood in King's Landing
shall be as follows:
A. West Neck Park
(i) minimum lot width 100 feet
(ii) minimum lot area 12,000 square feet
(iii) minimum front yard setback 50 feet
(iv) minimum side yard setback 10 feet
(v) minimum side yard setback adjacent
to a street 25 feet
(vi) minimum rear yard setback 20 feet
(vii) maximum building height 42 feet
(viii) maximum lot coverage 35%
B. The Meadow View
(i) minimum lot width
80 feet
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(viii)
(ix)
minimum lot area
minimum front yard setback
minimum side yard setback
minimum side yard setback adjacent
to a street
minimum rear yard setback when adjacent to
Open Space
minimum rear yard setback when rear
property line is contiguous with the
side or rear property line of an adjoining
building lot
maximum building height
maximum lot coverage
C. The Central Park
(i) minimum lot width
(ii) minimum lot area
(iii) minimum front yard setback
(iv) minimum side yard setback
(v) minimum side yard setback adjacent
to a street
(vi) minimum rear yard setback when
adjacent to Open Space
(vii) minimum rear yard setback when rear
property line is contiguous with the side or
rear property line of an adjoining building lot
(viii) maximum building height
(ix) maximum lot coverage
D. The Park Side
(i) minimum lot width
(viii)
(ix)
minimum lot area
minimum front yard setback
minimum side yard setback
minimum side yard setback adjacent
to a street
minimum rear yard setback when
adjacent to Open Space
minimum rear yard setback when rear
property line is contiguous with the side or
rear property line of an adjoining building lot
maximum building height
maximum lot coverage
E. The Creek Side
(i) minimum lot width
(ii) minimum lot area
minimum front yard setback
minimum side yard setback
minimum side yard setback adjacent
to a street
minimum rear yard setback
maximum building height
10,000 square feet
30 feet
10 feet
20 feet
10 feet
20 feet
42 feet
40%
80 feet
9,600 square feet
30 feet
10 feet
20 feet
10 feet
20 feet
42 feet
40%
80 feet
8,000 square feet
30 feet
10 feet
20 feet
10 feet
20 feet
42 feet
40%
80 feet
8,600 square feet
30 feet
10 feet
20 feet
10 feet
42 feet
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(viii) maximum lot coverage 40%
An accessory structure, approved by the Architectural Review Committee, measuring not more than 150
square feet in size may have a setback of five feet (5') from a rear property line and/or a side property line
not adjacent to a street.
All fences approved by the Architectural Review Committee must be open style (i.e. not solid), no greater
than fifty percent (50%) opaque and not greater than five feet (5') in height. Open style fences with brick
or stone pillars and matching bases no greater than eighteen inches (18") in height may be approved.
PROFFER 10:
All residential dwellings constructed in the West Neck Park and Meadow View Park neighborhoods shall
contain no less than 2400 square feet of enclosed living area, excluding garage area, for a one-story
dwelling and no less than 2600 square feet of enclosed living area, excluding garage area, for a
multistory dwelling.
PROFFER 11:
All residential dwellings constructed in the Central Park, Park Side and Creek Side neighborhoods shall
contain no less than 1800 square feet of enclosed living area, excluding garage area, for a one-story
dwelling and no less than 2400 square feet of enclosed living area, excluding garage area, for a
multistory dwelling.
PROFFER 12:
All residential dwellings in King's Landing shall have no less than a two (2) car garage and shall be
constructed with exterior surfaces, excluding roofs, windows, doors, soffits, trim and porches, of brick,
stone, cement fiber (Hardie Plank), stucco, cedar shake or comparable high quality material. The
architectural features and exterior appearance of the dwellings shall be substantially in keeping with the
appearance of the homes depicted on the prints labeled "TYPICAL EXTERIOR ARCHITECTURAL
QUALITY — HOMES IN KING'S LANDING", dated September 29, 2014 which have been exhibited to the
Virginia Beach City Council and are on file with the Virginia Beach Department of Planning ("Architectural
Exhibit").
PROFFER 13:
Further conditions may be required by the Grantee during detailed Site Plan and/or Subdivision review
and administration of applicable City codes by all cognizant City agencies and departments to meet all
applicable City code requirements. Any references hereinabove to the PDH -2, R-20 and P-1 Zoning
Districts and to the requirements and regulations applicable thereto refer to the Zoning Ordinance and
Subdivision Ordinance of the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia, in force as of the date of approval of this
Agreement by City Council, which are by this reference incorporated herein.
STAFF COMMENTS: The proffers provide a high level of predictability for the public, Staff and elected
officials in terms of quality, density, amenities, general improvements, site design and dwelling
architecture.
The City Attorney's Office has reviewed the proffer agreement dated September 30, 2014, and found it to
be legally sufficient and in acceptable legal form.
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CONDITION OF FLOODPLAIN VARIANCE
Unless otherwise required by the Planning Department/Development Services Center, the
on-site floodplain mitigation shall be as depicted on the Plan referenced in Proffer #1 above.
NOTE: Further conditions may be required during the administration of applicable City
Ordinances and Standards. Any site plan submitted with this application may require revision
during detailed site plan review to meet all applicable City Codes and Standards. All applicable
permits required by the City Code, including those administered by the Department of Planning /
Development Services Center and Department of Planning / Permits and Inspections Division, and
the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, are required before any uses allowed by this Use
Permit or Change of Zoning are valid.
The applicant is encouraged to contact and work with the Crime Prevention Office within the
Police Department for crime prevention techniques and Crime Prevention Through Environmental
Design (CPTED) concepts and strategies as they pertain to this site.
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ZONING HISTORY
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DATE
REQUEST
ACTION
1
02/12/13
Conditional Use Permit (assembly use)
Granted
2
05/24/11
Conditional Use Permit (private sewage treatment facility)
Granted
06/08/10
Rezoning (Conditional R-10 to AG -1)
Granted
08/24/04
Rezoning (AG -1 & AG -2 to Conditional R-10)
Granted
3
09/14/04
Conditional Use Permit (housing for seniors & disabled)
Granted
4
03/04/03
Rezoning (AG -1 & AG -2 to R-30)
Granted
Conditional Use Permit (Open Space Promotion)
Granted
Subdivision Variance (road width)
5
05/11/99
Rezoning (AG -2 to PD -H1 & P-1)
Granted
6
07/08/97
Conditional Use Permit (outdoor recreational facility — golf course)
Granted
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APPLICANT DISCLOSURE
If the applicant is a corporation, partnership, firm, business, or other unincorporated
organization, complete the following:
1. List the applicant name followed by the names of all officers, members, trustees,
partners, etc. below: (Attach list if necessary)
King Farms, L.L.C.: Pamela K. Gray, Managing Member; Phyllis K. Perry, Member;
Amy L. Gray, Member; Andrew A. Gray, Member
2. List all businesses that have a parent-subsidiary1 or affiliated business entity2
relationship with the applicant: (Attach list if necessary)
Check here if the applicant is NOT a corporation, partnership, firm, business, or
other unincorporated organization.
PROPERTY OWNER DISCLOSURE
Complete this section only if property owner is different from applicant.
If the property owner is a corporation, partnership, firm, business, or other
unincorporated organization, complete the following:
1. List the property owner name followed by the names of all officers, members,
trustees, partners, etc. below: (Attach list if necessary)
2. List all businesses that have a parent -subsidiary' or affiliated business entity2
relationship with the applicant: (Attach list if necessary)
ISI Check here if the property owner is NOT a corporation, partnership, firm,
business, or other unincorporated organization.
1 & 2 See next page for footnotes
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Does an official or employee of the City of Virginia Beach have an interest in the
subject land? Yes
No ISI
If yes, what is the name of the official or employee and the nature of their interest?
•
DISCLOSURE STATEMENT
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ADDITIONAL DISCLOSURES
List all known contractors or businesses that have or will provide services with respect
to the requested property use, including but not limited to the providers of architectural
services, real estate services, financial services, accounting services, and legal
services: (Attach list if necessary)
MSA, P.C.
Sykes, Bourdon, Ahern & Levy, P.C.
Richard Browner
1 "Parent -subsidiary relationship" means "a relationship that exists when one
corporation directly or indirectly owns shares possessing more than 50 percent of the voting
power of another corporation." See State and Local Government Conflict of Interests Act, Va.
Code § 2.2-3101.
2 "Affiliated business entity relationship" means "a relationship, other than parent -
subsidiary relationship, that exists when (i) one business entity has a controlling ownership
interest in the other business entity, (ii) a controlling owner in one entity is also a controlling
owner in the other entity, or (iii) there is shared management or control between the business
entities. Factors that should be considered in determining the existence of an affiliated
business entity relationship include that the same person or substantially the same person
own or manage the two entities; there are common or commingled funds or assets; the
business entities share the use of the same offices or employees or otherwise share activities,
resources or personnel on a regular basis; or there is otherwise a close working relationship
between the entities." See State and Local Government Conflict of Interests Act, Va. Code §
2.2-3101.
CERTIFICATION: 1 certify that the information contained herein is true and accurate.
I understand that, upon receipt of notification (postcard) that the application has been scheduled for
public hearing, I am responsible for obtaining and posting the required sign on the subject property at
least 30 days prior to the scheduled public hearing according to the instructions in this package. The
undersigned also consents to entry upon the subject property by employees of the Department of
Planning to photograph and view the site for purposes of processing and evaluating this application.
Ki. - arms, LLC /�
1.
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Property Owner's Signature (if diffeient than applicant)
Pamela K. Gray, Managing Member
Print Name
Pamela K. Gray
Steven A. Gray
Print Name
DISCLOSURE STATEMENT
KING.:FARMS,
Agenda Item 14
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APPLICANT DISCLOSURE
If the applicant is a corporation, partnership, firm, business, or other unincorporated
organization, complete the following:
1. List the applicant name followed by the names of all officers, members, trustees,
partners, etc. below: (Attach list if necessary)
King Farms, LLC: Pamela K. Gray, Managing Member; Phyllis K. Perry, Member;
Amy L. Gray, Member, Andrew A. Gray, Member
2. List all businesses that have a parent-subsidiary1 or affiliated business entity2
relationship with the applicant: (Attach list if necessary)
Check here if the applicant is NOT a corporation, partnership, firm, business, or
other unincorporated organization.
PROPERTY OWNER DISCLOSURE
Complete this section only if property owner is different from applicant.
If the property owner is a corporation, partnership, firm, business, or other
unincorporated organization, complete the following:
1. List the property owner name followed by the names of all officers, members,
trustees, partners, etc. below: (Attach list if necessary)
Pamela K. Gray & Steven A. Gray
2. List all businesses that have a parent -subsidiary) or affiliated business entity2
relationship with the applicant: (Attach list if necessary)
nCheck here if the property owner is NOT a corporation, partnership, firm,
business, or other unincorporated organization.
1 & 2 See next page for footnotes
Does an official or em loyee of the City of Virginia Beach have an interest in the
subject land? Yes II No M
If yes, what is the name of the official or employee and the nature of their interest?
Floodplain Variance Application
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Revised11/1/2013
DISCLOSURE STATEMENT
KING;FARMS, LLC
,Agenda Item 14
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ADDITIONAL DISCLOSURES
List all known contractors or businesses that have or will provide services with respect
to the requested property use, including but not limited to the providers of architectural
services, real estate services, financial services, accounting services, and legal
services: (Attach list if necessary)
MSA, P.C.
Sykes, Bourdon, Ahern & Levy, P.C.
Richard Browner
' "Parent -subsidiary relationship" means "a relationship that exists when one
corporation directly or indirectly owns shares possessing more than 50 percent of the voting
power of another corporation." See State and Local Govemment Conflict of Interests Act, Va.
Code § 2.2-3101.
2 "Affiliated business entity relationship" means "a relationship, other than parent -
subsidiary relationship, that exists when (i) one business entity has a controlling ownership
interest in the other business entity, (ii) a controlling owner in one entity is also a controlling
owner in the other entity, or (iii) there is shared management or control between the business
entities. Factors that should be considered in determining the existence of an affiliated
business entity relationship include that the same person or substantially the same person
own or manage the two entities; there are common or commingled funds or assets; the
business entitles share the use of the same offices or employees or otherwise share activities,
resources or personnel on a regular basis; or there is otherwise a close working relationship
between the entities." See State and Local Govemment Conflict of Interests Act, Va. Code §
2.2-3101.
CERTIFICATION: I certify that the information contained herein is true and accurate.
I understand that, upon receipt of notification (postcard) that the application has been scheduled for
public hearing, I am responsible for obtaining and posting the required sign on the subject property at
least 30 days prior to the scheduled public hearing according to the instructions in this package. The
undersigned also consents to entry upon the subject property by employees of the Department of
Planning to photograph and view the site for purposes of processing and evaluating this application.
King Farms, LLC
By Gian11111A- LK. A-4.20/
6ppficant's Signature
Property
Property Owner's SS gnif di ent than applicant)
Pamela K. Gray, Managing Member
Print Name
Pamela K. Gray
Steven A. Gray
Print Name
Floodplain Variance Application
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Revised 11/1/2013
DISCLOSURE STATEMENT
KING (ARMS
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Item #14
King Farms, L.L.C.
Change of Zoning
Floodplain Variance
2852 and 2876 West Neck Road
District 7
Princess Anne
November 12, 2014
REGULAR
Dave Redmond: Please take a seat. So we will reconvene this meeting of the Virginia Beach Planning
Commission and I will ask our Secretary Mr. Thornton to please call the next item.
Bob Thornton: The next item is 14. This is an application by King Farms, L.L.C. It is a request for a
Change of Zoning from AG -1, AG -2 to Conditional PD -H2 with a R-20 residential overlay and a Floodplain
Variance. This is all located at 2852 West Neck Road on what looks like maybe 5 parcels of land, totaling
158 acres.
Dave Redmond: Mr. Bourdon.
Eddie Bourdon: Thank you Mr. Chairman.
Dave Redmond: Welcome back.
Eddie Bourdon: I'm glad to be back. Members of the Commission, Eddie Bourdon, a Virginia Beach
attorney representing the applicant, and along with me is the Land Planner, former member of this
Commission, Mr. Dick Browner, and he is going to do a good bit of this because you all are getting tired
of listening to me, and this is not the last you will have to today. First, I want to say that Carolyn Smith
and the Planning Staff did an excellent job working with us and with Pam and Steve, and Dick on this
application. We appreciate all of their efforts. I think Carolyn's report was extensive, thorough, and hit
the points that needed to be made. It certainly does adhere to all of the goals and ideals of the
Comprehensive Plan, both as it exists today and as it maybe tweaked either later today or in the months
to come. One unit per acre, 58 percent open space, beautiful high-end homes. It will take quite a
number of years to develop, 70 percent are located in back or in front of open space. One of the really
neat things about this, and I think the committee members or most of the committee members -not all
agree -was the fact we are not allowing any privacy fencing, so it is all proffered fencing. It's an open
style fence, low fence so that everyone's view of the open space is going to be maintained and not
blocked by someone's privacy fence. A lot of active recreational amenities are included, so I don't want
to belabor the point in the application. I think it is an excellent application. I think you all will find it to
be such, and I did have the privilege of going out and speaking to the civic league, the community
association, I should say, at the Village of West Neck. We had a very large turnout at their meeting a
number of months ago, and frankly, we were well received on the application. There were some
concerns expressed by some in attendance with regard to West Neck Road, and traffic as it pertains to
West Neck Road. We clearly, and Staff has told you, West Neck is not going to be overburdened and
most importantly we are dedicating almost 7 1/2 acres of land to the City, giving land to the City for
additional improvements now or in the future for West Neck Road, substantial real estate. And on top
of that, another 150 -foot Transitional Area buffer for trail connectivity along West Neck Road, adjacent
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to the buffer. Actually, the extra land that we're giving to the City and not to mention we got six or
seven miles of trails onsite, so I think it is an absolutely beautiful proposal an excellent proposal. We've
spent many, many months going through this. Someone asked the question this morning, we obviously
went to the committee the TATAC Committee, and I've been to them quite a number of times so far in
the last few months, and I certainly give the members of the subcommittee, and I think we had a good
attendance that afternoon, were uniformly pleased. They had a lot of nice things to say about this
application, and I think you also heard the Chairman, Mr. Branch, say some of the same things this
morning. The only thing that is a little different guess is the Floodplain Variance part of this. And
remember when we did this Floodplain Ordinance that applied to the southern part of the city, I actually
believe that you can impact up to 5 percent on your site of the floodplain on your site, and it can be
approved administratively, which has been done. I have many times. We're coming in for a variance for
floodplain impacts that are 2 percent and a majority of that is for trails in the open space. That is two
percent of the floodplain on this site, not floodplain in the city, just on this site. It is truly de minimis
and, this little area here. Mr. Brockwell is correct. Water will still flow through but it still involves, from
a flood standpoint, taking up capacity, it will all be mitigated. This little place, just a minor 550 square
feet here and a little here. And square feet is not the flood water capacity. It is the square footage of
the road incursion into the flood area which is again, very, very small, but this area is dry 98 percent of
the time, and it is perfect for park land, Munden Point Park is mostly entirely floodplain. Parts of Red
Wing Park are floodplain. There are other parks in the city that are in the floodplain. Floodplain doesn't
mean it is wet, it means that it can flood, so perfect use of that part of the development. With that, you
are all familiar with the plan, the turn lanes, the buffers, everything, you've seen it. You've heard about
it, and read about it. I'm going to let Dick Browner come up and take credit for a wonderful plan. The
committee, I started to say, really helped focuses on this plan. I don't think the plan was necessarily or
dramatically changed at all, but it certainly kept us focused on, and I think that is one of the things that
helped us by participating with the TATAC Committee, but really Mr. Browner deserves most of the
credit for doing a wonderful plan. Thank you.
Dave Redmond: Mr. Browner, welcome. May 1 remind you, the clock is running!
Dick Browner: You may. Quickly, I just want to touch bases on a couple of things really that tiel the two
applications as far as rules, permits and approvals go. I thought it would be helpful to let you know as a
Commission some of the steps we have gone through in the development of this plan and some of the
permitting that we have done. We've had essentially three rule books to go by. One was the Federal
rule book, and initially we went to the Corps. of Engineers to get a wetlands delineation done on the
property. We got a Phase 1 environment reviews completed, and had that done, so that we could
eliminate properties and determine exactly how much land we had to work with as far as the master
plan. We also had to adhere to obviously the new stormwater regulations and the state rule book and
the E&S controls, and then locally when we develop the plan, we had four ordinances that we had to
make sure that we were in compliance with. The Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance, the Wetland
Ordinance, the Southern Watershed Ordinance, and really the design area of, the Transition Area design
requirements. Pam and Steve, the owners of the property, hired me to put a team together, and it
really has been a team effort by Bob Miller's company and Nathan Lahy, the Landscape Architect over
there has been very instrumental of the development of the plan. One of the first things that I did,
knowing the rules and regulations of the Transition Area that are currently in place, and also have been
aware of the ones that were being proposed, I went through and I knew there was a concern about
infrastructure, and one of the primary concerns about infrastructure in the Transition Area. So, we had
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a check list, water for example. They want City water to the property. We got that. What about City
sewer? There was an existing pumping station across the street. We met those requirements. School
capacity is an issue for everything in the Transition Area. And I think you heard the Staff say earlier that
the school projections, the schools will not have a problem. We will not be exceeding capacity. And the
final item was roadway improvements. So, one of the first things that I did was go to the Traffic
Engineering Department and request from them, ask them to give me an alignment for West Neck Road
as it relates to the King property to let me know whether or not how much land would be needed to
provide them with the right-of-way that was needed for that road to be properly aligned and to be a
safe, design. We did that. They came back to us and told us that we got a 120 -foot, a dedication that
we are making along the entire frontage there for the improvements that are needed for a scenic
parkway section. It is a two-lane section, and Staff looked at our plan and said we have enough room in
there to accommodate that and they approved that. The other thing they requested us to do from a
safety standpoint was to limit our access on to West Neck Road to two places. And as you can see on
the plan when you look at it, the two access points there. They also requested we put in turn lanes,
which we have done, and the property owners have agreed to dedicate the right-of-way for it.
Dave Redmond: Mr. Browner, I am going to ask you to wrap up.
Dick Browner: Okay. Any question that you may have about the plan itself, I will be happy to answer
them.
Dave Redmond: Are there any questions for either for Mr. Browner or Mr. Bourdon? Is there
anybody? Alright, thank you Mr. Browner.
Dick Browner: Alright. Thank you.
Bob Thornton: Wait, I have one. I'm sorry. You mentioned the stormwater. Are you under the new
stormwater regulations or did you get this under the old stormwater regulations?
Dick Browner: No, we are under the new regulations, and we've made that point. That was some of the
land that we had to exclude from being able to place homes on it, so we've done all that. We're under
the new regulations.
Bob Thornton: Okay. Thank you.
Dick Browner: Yep.
Dave Redmond: Are there any other questions for Mr. Browner or Mr. Bourdon? Okay, thank you.
Dick Browner: Thank you.
Dave Redmond: Mr. Secretary, we have any speakers?
Bob Thornton: We have one person to speak in favor. Karen Kwasny has signed up to speak.
Dave Redmond: Ms. Kwasny? Welcome.
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Karen Kwasny: Thank you for having me. Chairman Redmond and members of the Planning
Commission, I wasn't planning on speaking today but I wanted to come before you as a member of the
Transition Area Interfacility Traffic Area Citizens Advisory Committee, as well as the chair of the
Development Design Review Subcommittee. Primarily because I think it is important that I clarify and
emphasize our report out on this particular development project. Earlier today when our report out was
presented to you, it was significantly truncated to become part of the Staff's report. In truncating our
report out to you, you missed a number of items. The first of which is our approval of this project and
why we approve this project. That needs to go on record. Dick Browner didn't get an opportunity to
convey to you properly what would be my reasons for approving it. One, while it does come under the
original Transition Area Design guidelines, those that are in place right now, and those that we have
worked to create an amendment, our recommendation for an amendment for the Comprehensive Plan.
What he has done with this development comes closer to our recommendations. For instance, there is
connectivity in all the trails, all the homes that he has designated will be within a specific distance of
open space. There is 57 percent open space in this development. It is a lovely design of quality which is
to be expected of Mr. Browner. If you've seen any of his other works you know he does quality design.
It is a beautiful development, his plan, absolutely. That is the first reason the committee approved it.
Having to do with it and I as I've said, it comes closer to our recommendations, active and passive open
spaces are balanced. Connectivity though the development to open space, all homes are within views of
open space. Those are important elements and those are specifics that we cover in our
recommendations for a reason. Okay, because they create quality development. Okay, in keeping with
the Transition Area. The second thing that I wanted to clarify was the issue with the lot size. The
previous recommendation, the previous guidelines allowed for a variable lot sizes. The new
recommendations allow for a variable lot size. In this lovely clustered development we have variable lot
sizes. 8/6, 9/6, 10 & 12, I believe. I think I am allowed 10 minutes as a committee member. Yes?
Dave Redmond: No. Not unless you're representing the committee.
Karen Kwasny: I am.
Dave Redmond: Please try it. We've got more to do here today. Keep it as tight as you can.
Karen Kwasny: As tight as I can. Now I have to back up to get to where I was. Hold on a second. What I
was saying it has variable lot sizes which makes for a clustered development. The recommendations we
had in my report out was not that the applicant lower the lot size or maximized the lot size, increased
the lot size, and therefore decrease open space. Our desire was that he perhaps shuffle things around a
little bit so that the smaller lots could be fronting or backing open space, which many of them do not.
Granted 70 percent of them that do. The other issue that is paramount for us was not traffic capacity so
much as safety of that roadway. It is a two-lane rural road with deep ditches on either side that is
absolutely going to be traveled by youngsters who have just gotten their license. That is important.
Those are inexperienced drivers because they've just got their licenses. To this new Kellam High School,
which really traffic in that high school has only been studied for about three months because it has only
been open for about that long, maybe five. When we talk about safety, it is our job on my committee
to recommend to you as City officials that this road is attended too. They've allowed for 7.5 acres
dedicated to road improvements, so our job is to highlight that, and to say to you to make note of that,
put it on record so when Capital Improvement Projects come up, and they are discussed and they get
prioritize, this one gets a priority. That there is room for it. There is a need for it. North, south, east or
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west, West Neck is going to be traveled. There is a lot of development going on. Take into account the
accumulative effect and we have safety issues on that road. Capacity may be fine but safety will be a
problem and we need to address that. Thank you.
Dave Redmond: Thank you. Might I add, it is particularly a problem when people get drunk and drive
off the road.
Karen Kwansy: Yes.
Dave Redmond: Altogether, there is too much of that, so it seems to me that every time that happens
there is a new CIP that gets approved. Not sure that makes a lot of sense. Thank you for your time.
Bob Thornton: That is all the speakers.
Dave Redmond: That is all the speakers that we have. Mr. Browner, Mr. Bourdon, is there anything else
you want to add?
Eddie Bourdon: I will give my rebuttal time to Karen if she wants to keep talking. Every word she said I
agree with. We appreciate, as I said earlier, we appreciate her very wonderful comments and they fall
on Mr. Browner's shoulders, and the King's.
Dave Redmond: Thank you Mr. Bourdon. Mr. Thornton.
Bob Thornton: It is interesting to note that on a very new 150 -lot subdivision in the rural part of Virginia
Beach, there is not a single soul to speak against it. So these folks in my mind have done an outstanding
job of designing it, selling it, and presenting it so, my hats off to you what you have done.
Dave Redmond: Any other comments before 1 entertain a motion?
Donald Horsley: Mr. Browner has got experience in being a Planning Commission but when was that?
Dick Browner: That was 10 or 15 years ago.
Donald Horsley: So he ought to know how to put a plan together.
Dave Redmond: I would think. Do I hear a motion?
Donald Horsley: I make a motion that we approve the application as submitted.
Ronald Ripley: Second.
Dave Redmond: There is a motion on the floor by Commissioner Horsley and a second by Commissioner
Ripley to approve agenda application number 14. Any comment folks? Whenever you are ready Ms.
Coleman?
Marchelle Coleman: The vote is open.
Item #14
King Farms, L.L.C.
Page 6
AYE 11 NAY 0 ABS 0 ABSENT 0
BROCKWELL AYE
HODGSON AYE
HORSLEY AYE
INMAN AYE
OLIVER AYE
REDMOND AYE
RIPLEY AYE
RUCINSKI AYE
RUSSO AYE
THORNTON AYE
WEINER AYE
Marchelle Coleman: By a recorded vote of 11-0, you have approved item 14.
Dave Redmond: Thank you very much.
In Reply Refer To Our File No. DF -9003
TO: Mark D. Stiles
FROM: B. Kay Wilso
RE:
CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH
INTER -OFFICE CORRESPONDENCE
DATE: November 20, 2014
DEPT: City Attorney
DEPT: City Attorney
Conditional Zoning Application; King Farms, LLC
The above -referenced conditional zoning application is scheduled to be heard by the
City Council on December 2, 2014. I have reviewed the subject proffer agreement, dated
September 30, 2014 and have determined it to be legally sufficient and in proper legal
form. A copy of the agreement is attached.
Please feel free to call me if you have any questions or wish to discuss this matter
further.
BKW/ka
Enclosure
cc: Kathleen Hassen
PREPARED BY:
au SYK S. PO('RDON.
`YI! AIILRN & LEVY, R.C.
KING FARMS, LLC, a Virginia limited liability company
PAMELA K. GRAY and STEVEN A. GRAY, her husband
TO (PROFFERED COVENANTS, RESTRICTIONS AND CONDITIONS)
CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH, a municipal corporation of the Commonwealth of Virginia
THIS AGREEMENT, made this 30th day of September, 2014, by and between KING
FARMS, LLC, a Virginia limited liability company, party of the first part, Grantor;
PAMELA K. GRAY and STEVEN A. GRAY, her husband, parties of the second part,
Grantor; and THE CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH, a municipal corporation of the
Commonwealth of Virginia, party of the third part, Grantee.
WITNESSETH:
WHEREAS, the party of the first part is the owner of four (4) parcels of property
located in the Princess Anne District of the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia, containing
approximately 151.70 acres which are designated as Parcels 1, 2, 3 and 5 and described in
Exhibit "A" attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference; and
WHEREAS, the party of the second part is the owner of a parcel of property located in
the Princess Anne District of the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia, containing approximately
6.33 acres and designated Parcel 4 and described in Exhibit "A" hereto; and
WHEREAS, the party of the first part as the contract purchaser and owner of the five
(5) parcels described in Exhibit "A", which are hereunder referred to as the "Property", has
initiated a conditional amendment to the Zoning Map of the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia,
by petition addressed to the Grantee so as to change the Zoning Classifications of the
Property from AG -1 and AG -2 Agricultural Districts to Conditional PDH -2 with underlying R-
20 Residential and P-1 Preservation Districts; and
GPIN: 1493-96-9675
2403-05-6472
1493-95-9184
1493-96-6386
2403-04-8740
Prepared By:
R. Edward Bourdon, Jr., Esquire
VSB #2216o
Sykes, Bourdon, Ahern & Levy, P.C.
281 Independence Blvd.
Pembroke One, Fifth Floor
Virginia Beach, Virginia 23462
PREPARED BY:
a: SYU S. BOUROON,
:'Yni AH]ERN & LEVY. P.C.
WHEREAS, the Grantee's policy is to provide only for the orderly development el'
land for various purposes through zoning and other land development legislation; and
WHEREAS, the Grantor acknowledges that competing and sometimes
incompatible uses conflict and that in order to permit differing uses on and in the area of
the Property and at the same time to recognize the effects of change, and the need for
various types of uses, certain reasonable conditions governing the use of the Property for
the protection of the community that are not generally applicable to land similarly zoned
are needed to cope with the situation to which the Grantor's rezoning application gives
rise; and
WHEREAS, the Grantor has voluntarily proffered, in writing, in advance of and
prior to the public hearing before the Grantee, as a part of the proposed amendment to the
Zoning Map, in addition to the regulations provided for the R-io Zoning District by the
existing overall Zoning Ordinance, the following reasonable conditions related to the
physical development, operation, and use of the Property to be adopted as a part of said
amendment to the Zoning Map relative and applicable to the Property, which has a
reasonable relation to the rezoning and the need for which is generated by the rezoning.
NOW, THEREFORE, the Grantor, for itself, its successors, personal.
representatives, assigns, grantees, and other successors in title or interest, voluntarily and
without any requirement by or exaction from the Grantee or its governing body and.
without any element of compulsion or quid pro quo for zoning, rezoning, site plan,
building permit, or subdivision approval, hereby makes the following declaration of
conditions and restrictions which shall restrict and govern the physical development,
operation, and use of the Property and hereby covenant and agree that this declaration.
shall constitute covenants running with the Property, which shall be binding upon the
Property and upon all parties and persons claiming under or through the Grantor, its
successors, personal representatives, assigns, grantee, and other successors in interest or
title and which will not be required of the Grantor until the Property is developed:
1. When development takes place upon that portion of the Property which is to
be developed, it shall be as a single family residential community of no more than one
hundred fifty-three (153) building lots substantially in conformance with the exhibit
entitled "CONCEPTUAL LAYOUT PLAN OF KING'S LANDING WEST NECK ROAD
VIRGINIA BEACH, VIRGINIA", dated 04/28/14, prepared by Richard Browner and MSA,
PREPARED BY:
OM SYKES. POURDON.
AtIERN & LEVY, P.C.
P.C., which has been exhibited to the Virginia Beach City Council and is on file with the
Virginia Beach Department of Nanning ("Land Use Plan").
2. When the Property is subdivided for development, the Grantor shall
dedicate to the Grantee approximately seven and one-half (7.5±) acres of West Neck Road
right of way along the Property's frontage, substantially as depicted on the Land Use Nan.
The Grantor will also construct the multipurpose trail within the dedicated West Neck
Road right of way substantially as depicted on the Land Use Plan.
3. When the Property is subdivided for development, a one hundred fifty fool:
(150') wide "TRANSITION AREA BUFFER EASEMENT" shall be dedicated to the Grantee
substantially as depicted on the Land Use Plan. When the Property is developed, the
Transition Area Buffer shall be improved by the Grantor with ponds, berms and
landscaping substantially as depicted on the Land Use Plan.
4. When the Property is subdivided for development, approximately 90.86
acres of active open space, passive forested open space, Transition Area Buffer and ponds
as depicted on the Land Use Plan shall be zoned P-1 Preservation District. All of the Open
Space areas including the "150' TRANSITION AREA BUFFER EASEMENT" shall be
conveyed to and maintained by the Property Owners Association.
5. The community entrance and the proposed street sections of the roads
within the community shall be constructed and installed substantially in conformance with
the plans depicted on the Land Use Plan. When the Property is subdivided, the necessary
right of way improvements and turn lanes from West Neck Road at the entrances from
Wet Neck Road as depicted on the Land Use Nan shall be constructed by the Grantor.
6. When the Property is subdivided, the residential building lots shall range in
size from 56,00o square feet to 8,000 square feet as depicted and described on the Lancl
Use Plan and they shall be subject to a recorded Declaration of Protective Covenants,
Conditions and Restrictions ("Deed Restrictions") administered by a Property Owners
Association, to which membership by all lot owners is mandatory. The Property Owners
Association shall be responsible for maintaining the 150' Transition Area Buffer, all Open
Space areas, Common Areas, trails, easements and entrance features. The Deed
Restrictions shall prohibit the operation of motorcycles or all terrain vehicles ("ATV's")
within the Open Space Areas. All structures, including fences on lots within King's
Landing must be approved by the Architectural Review Committee of the Property Owners
Association.
PREPARED BY:
� .: SYK S. BOURIDON.
Yt AHERN & tENY.
7. A plan for improvements to the three (3) areas designated on the Land Use:
Plan as "Neighborhood Park", "300' x 300' multipurpose field" and "100' x 100'
multipurpose field, including tot lot and gazebo", along with a detailed landscaping plan.
for all open space areas shall be submitted to the Director of the Department of Planning,
or his designee, for review and approval prior to subdivision approval. No multipurpose
fields, park areas or open space areas shall be lighted for active recreation at night.
8. The single family residential lots depicted on the Land Use Plan will be
divided into five (5) sections or neighborhoods within King's Landing as identified on the
Exhibit entitled "Neighborhood Identification Plan of King's Landing" dated 9/16/14,
prepared by MSA, P.C. which has been exhibited to the Virginia Beach City Council and is
on file with the Virginia Beach Department of Planning
9. The dimensional and setback requirements applicable for each identified,
neighborhood in King's Landing shall be as follows:
A.
West Neck Park
minimum lot width
minimum lot area
minimum front yard setback
minimum side yard setback
minimum side yard setback adjacent
to a street
(vi) minimum rear yard setback
(vii) maximum building height
(viii) maximum lot coverage
B. The Meadow View
(i) minimum lot width
(ii) minimum lot area
(iii) minimum front yard setback
(iv) minimum side yard setback
(v) minimum side yard setback adjacent
to a street
(vi) minimum rear yard setback when
adjacent to Open Space
(vii) minimum rear yard setback when rear
property line is contiguous with the
side or rear property line of an
adjoining building lot
(viii) maximum building height
(ix) maximum lot coverage
C.
The Central Park
(i) minimum lot width
(ii) minimum lot area
100 feet
12,000 square feet
50 feet
10 feet
25 feet
20 feet
42 feet
35%
8o feet
10,000 square feet
30 feet
10 feet
20 feet
10 feet
20 feet
42 feet
40%
8o feet
9,600 square feet
PREPARED BY:
SYkES. POURDON,
UM AIERN & LEVY. P.C.
(iii) minimum front yard setback
(iv) minimum side yard setback
(v) minimum side yard setback adjacent
to a street
(vi) minimum rear yard setback when
adjacent to Open Space
(vii) minimum rear yard setback when rear
property line is contiguous with the
side or rear property line of an
adjoining building lot
(viii) maximum building height
(ix) maximum lot coverage
D. The Park Side
(i) minimum lot width
(ii) minimum lot area
(iii) minimum front yard setback
(iv) minimum side yard setback
(v) minimum side yard setback adjacent
to a street
(vi) minimum rear yard setback when
adjacent to Open Space
(vii) minimum rear yard setback when rear
property line is contiguous with the
side or rear property line of an
adjoining building lot
(viii) maximum building height
(ix) maximum lot coverage
E.
The Creek Side
(i) minimum lot width
(ii) minimum lot area
(iii) minimum front yard setback
(iv) minimum side yard setback
(v) minimum side yard setback adjacent
to a street
(vi) minimum rear yard setback
(vii) maximum building height
(viii) maximum lot coverage
3o feet
10 feet
20 feet
10 feet
20 feet
42 feet
40%
8o feet
8,000 square feet
30 feet
10 feet
20 feet
10 feet
20 feet
42 feet
40%
8o feet
8,600 square feet
30 feet
10 feet
20 feet
10 feet
42 feet
40%
An accessory structure, approved by the Architectural Review Committee,
measuring not more than 150 square feet in size may have a setback of five feet (5') from a
rear property line and/or a side property line not adjacent to a street.
All fences approved by the Architectural Review Committee must be open style (i.e.
not solid), no greater than fifty percent (5o%) opaque and not greater than five feet (5') in
PREPARED BY:
3 : SYKES, POUIN)ON,
NM AH ERN & LEVY. P.C.
height. Open style fences with brick or stone pillars and matching bases no greater than
eighteen inches (18") in height may be approved.
10. All residential dwellings constructed in the West Neck Park and Meadow
View Park neighborhoods shall contain no less than 2400 square feet of enclosed living
area, excluding garage area, for a one-story dwelling and no less than 2600 square feet of
enclosed living area, excluding garage area, for a multistory dwelling.
11. All residential dwellings constructed in the Central Park, Park Side and
Creek Side neighborhoods shall contain no less than 1800 square feet of enclosed living
area, excluding garage area, for a one-story dwelling and no less than 2400 square feet of
enclosed living area, excluding garage area, for a multistory dwelling.
12. All residential dwellings in King's Landing shall have no less than a two (2)
car garage and shall be constructed with exterior surfaces, excluding roofs, windows,
doors, soffits, trim and porches, of brick, stone, cement fiber (Hardie Plank), stucco, cedar
shake or comparable high quality material. The architectural features and exterior
appearance of the dwellings shall be substantially in keeping with the appearance of the
homes depicted on the prints labeled "TYPICAL EXTERIOR ARCHITECTURAL QUALITY
— HOMES IN KING'S LANDING", dated September 29, 2014 which have been exhibited to
the Virginia Beach City Council and are on file with the Virginia Beach Department of
Planning ("Architectural Exhibit").
13. Further conditions may be required by the Grantee during detailed Site Plan.
and/or Subdivision review and administration of applicable City codes by all cognizant:
City agencies and departments to meet all applicable City code requirements. Any
references hereinabove to the PDH -2, R -2o and P-1 Zoning Districts and to the
requirements and regulations applicable thereto refer to the Zoning Ordinance and
Subdivision Ordinance of the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia, in force as of the date of
approval of this Agreement by City Council, which are by this reference incorporated
herein.
The above conditions, having been proffered by the Grantor and allowed and
accepted by the Grantee as part of the amendment to the Zoning Ordinance, shall continue
in full force and effect until a subsequent amendment changes the zoning of the Property
and specifically repeals such conditions. Such conditions shall continue despite a
subsequent amendment to the Zoning Ordinance even if the subsequent amendment is
part of a comprehensive implementation of a new or substantially revised Zoning
Ordinance until specifically repealed. The conditions, however, may be repealed,
amended, or varied by written instrument recorded in the Clerk's Office of the Circuit
Court of the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia, and executed by the record owner of the
Property at the time of recordation of such instrument, provided that said instrument is
consented to by the Grantee in writing as evidenced by a certified copy of an ordinance or a
resolution adopted by the governing body of the Grantee, after a public hearing before the
Grantee which was advertised pursuant to the provisions of Section 15.2-2204 of the Code
of Virginia, 1950, as amended. Said ordinance or resolution shall be recorded along with
said instrument as conclusive evidence of such consent, and if not so recorded, said
instrument shall be void.
The Grantor covenants and agrees that:
(1) The Zoning Administrator of the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia, shall be
vested with all necessary authority, on behalf of the governing body of the City of Virginia
Beach, Virginia, to administer and enforce the foregoing conditions and restrictions,
including the authority (a) to order, in writing, that any noncompliance with such
conditions be remedied; and (b) to bring legal action or suit to insure compliance with
such conditions, including mandatory or prohibitory injunction, abatement, damages, or
other appropriate action, suit, or proceeding;
(2) The failure to meet all conditions and restrictions shall constitute cause to
deny the issuance of any of the required building or occupancy permits as may be
appropriate;
(3) If aggrieved by any decision of the Zoning Administrator, made pursuant to
these provisions, the Grantor shall petition the governing body for the review thereof prior
to instituting proceedings in court; and
(4) The Zoning Map may show by an appropriate symbol on the map the
existence of conditions attaching to the zoning of the Property, and the ordinances and the.
conditions may be made readily available and accessible for public inspection in the office
of the Zoning Administrator and in the Planning Department, and they shall be recorded
in the Clerk's Office of the Circuit Court of the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia, and indexed
in the names of the Grantor and the Grantee.
PREPARED BY:
QM SYK£S. BO'URDON.
:� AAFRN & LEVY. RC.
WITNESS the following signature and seal:
Grantor:
King Farms, LLC, a Virginia limited liability company
%,gi (SEAL)
Pamela K. Gray, Managing Mkmber
STATE OF VIRGINIA
CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH, to -wit:
The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this 1st day of October,
2014, Pamela K. Gray, Managing Member of King Farms, LLC, a Virginia limited liability
company, Grantor.
My Commission Expires: August 31, 2018
Notary Registration Number: 192628
PREPARED BY:
ZILI SYKES. DOURDON.
AHERN & LEVY, R.C.
WITNESS the following signature and seal:
Grantor:
biro J 1 1„,ou (SEAL)
Pamela K. Gray
(SEAL)
Steven A. Gray
STATE OF VIRGINIA
CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH, to -wit:
The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this 1st day of October,
2014, Pamela K. Gray and Steven A. Gray, her husband, Grantor.
s�
Notary Public
My Commission Expires: August 31, 2018
Notary Registration Number: 192628
PREPARED BY:
SYk{S. BOURDON,
MI AARRN & LEVY, R.C.
PREPARED BY:
0.13 SYZES. IOURDON.
da AH ERN & LEY. P.C.
EXHIBIT "A"
PARCEL 1:
ALL THAT certain tract, piece or parcel of land, with the appurtenances thereunto
belonging, lying, situate and being in the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia, and known and
designated as "PARCEL B", as shown on that certain plat entitled "SUBDIVISION OF
PROPERTY KING FARMS, LLC M.B. 1 P. 1 VIRGINIA BEACH, VIRGINIA", dated
February 17, 2006 and revised April 26, 2007, made by Bonifant Land Surveys, which plat
is duly recorded in the Clerk's Office of the Circuit Court of the City of Virginia Beach,
Virginia as Instrument Number 20070605000761300.
GPIN: 1493-96-9675
PARCEL 2:
ALL THAT part and portion of a tract of land which lies and is on the South and East side
of the division line made by E.E. Burroughs, County Surveyor, between the said Calvin C.
Upton and the other party in interest and as shown on a plat of said land in red ink, which
division line commences at a stake or post on a road in front of a tenant house on Reuben
Fountain's land, formerly occupied by one Bartee Walke, which stake stands and is planted
at a point North 67 degrees West 15 chains and 95 links from a station on said survey on
said road, which said station is North 181/2 degrees West 190 from a line gum at said road
in the line between said land and that of Reuben Fountain near a bridge across said road at
Woodhouse Corner on said Road, and thence running from said stake or post North 401/2
degrees East 3450 -across said farm and tract of land to the. back line thereof, and
containing 75 acres 3 roods and poles (75 A. 3R. and 5P) and being the Southern and
Eastern portion of the tract of land which was divided between John T. Woodhouse and
wife and Calvin C. Upton and wife by deed of partition dated February 28, 1900, and of
record on Page 463 of Deed Book 69 in the Clerk's Office of the Circuit Court of the City of
Virginia Beach, Virginia; together with all the buildings and improvements on said
property and the appurtenances thereunto belonging.
Expressly excepting from the above described property one (1) acres, more or less,
previously conveyed to F.E. King et ux, by deed dated May 25, 1856, and of record in the
Clerk's Office of the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia, in Deed Book 456, at Page 527, and
more particularly bounded and described as follows:
Beginning at the northerly side of the West Neck Public Road at the dividing line of the
property of F.E. King and the property herein conveyed; thence in an easterly direction
along the northerly side of the West Neck Road one hundred seventy (170) feet to a stob;
thence in a northerly direction three hundred fifty (350) feet to a stob; thence in a westerly
direction seventy-one (71) feet to a stob in the easterly line of the property of F.E. King;
thence in a southerly direction along King's line 368.5 feet to a stob in the northerly side of
West Neck Road, the point of beginning, containing approximately one (1) acre.
GPIN: 2403-05-6472
PREPARED BY:
013 SYKPS, POUIDON,
UM AHERN & LPVY. P.C.
PARCEL 3:
ALL THAT certain tract, piece or parcel of land situate, lying and being in Seaboard
Magisterial District, Princess Anne County, Virginia, and more particularly described as
follows:
Beginning on the northerly side of the West Neck Public Road at the dividing line of the
property of F.E. King and the property herein conveyed; thence in an easterly direction
along the northerly side of the West Neck Road one hundred seventy (170) feet to a stob;
thence in a northerly direction three hundred fifty (35o) feet to a stob; thence in a westerly
direction seventy-one (71) feet to a stob in the easterly line of the property of F.E. King;
thence in a southerly direction along King's line 368.5 feet to a stob in the northerly side of
West Neck Road, the point of beginning, containing approximately one (1) acre.
GPIN: 1493-95-9189
PARCEL 4:
ALL THAT certain tract, piece or parcel of land, with the appurtenances thereunto
belonging, lying, situate and being in the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia, and known and
designated as "PARCEL A", as shown on that certain plat entitled "SUBDIVISION OF
PROPERTY KING FARMS, LLC M.B. 1 P. 1 VIRGINIA BEACH, VIRGINIA", dated
February 17, 2006 and revised April 26, 2007, made by Bonifant Land Surveys, which plat
is duly recorded in the Clerk's Office of the Circuit Court of the City of Virginia Beach,
Virginia as Instrument Number 20070605000761300.
GPIN: 1493-96-6386
PARCEL 5:
ALL THAT certain lot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements
thereon, situate, lying and being in the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia, designated and
described as "RESIDUAL PROPERTY TO BE ACQUIRED (4,668 SQ. FT., 0.107 AC.)", also
described as "RESIDUAL PROPERTY TO BE ACQUIRED 4,668 (SQ. FT.) 0.107 (AC.)", as
shown on that certain plat entitled "PLAT SHOWING PROPERTY TO BE ACQUIRED
FROM EMMA SMITHSON FOUNTAIN BY CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH FOR WEST
NECK ROAD CIP 2-502 PARCEL 017 VIRGINIA BEACH, VIRGINIA", Scale 1" = 40',
dated June 23, 2011, prepared by WPL, said plat duly recorded in the Clerk's Office of the
Circuit Court of the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia, as Instrument Number
20120817000932930, to which reference is made for a more particular description.
ALSO DESCRIBED AS:
ALL THAT certain lot, piece or parcel of land, with the building and improvements
thereon, situate, lying and being in the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia, designated and
described as "PROPERTY OF CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH 2403-04-8740 (INST
20120822000954960) (INST 20120817000932930)" as shown on that certain plat
entitled "PLAT SHOWING PROPERTY OF THE CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH TO BE
CONVEYED TO KING FARMS, LLC VIRGINIA BEACH, VIRGINIA", Scale 1" = 40', dated
March 27, 2013, prepared by WPL, said plat duly recorded in the aforesaid Clerk's Office as
Instrument Number 20130612000677160, to which reference is made for a more
particular description.
SUBJECT to that permanent right and easement, designated and described as "VARIABLE
WIDTH PERMANENT DRAINAGE EASEMENT HEREBY ESTABLISHED (4,668 SQ. FT.
0.107 AC.)" and also described as "VARIABLE WIDTH PERMANENT DRAINAGE
EASEMENT HEREBY ESTABLISHED 4,668 (SQ. FT.) 0.107 (AC.)", said easement being
established by and shown on the aforesaid plat.
SUBJECT TO that temporary right and easement to use the additional area designated and
described as "VAR WIDTH TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION EASEMENT HEREBY
ESTABLISHED (4,668 SQ. FT. 0.107 AC.)" and also described as "VAR. WIDTH
TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION EASEMENT HEREBY ESTABLISHED 4,668 (SQ. FT.)
0.107 (AC.)", said easement being established by and shown on the foresaid plat, and for
construction cut and/or fill slopes as required for the proper execution and maintenance of
work. Said temporary right and easement will terminate when there no longer exists the
necessity for maintenance or until such time as all construction has terminated and the
City of Virginia Beach accepts the work as being completed.
GPIN: 2403-04-8740
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PREPARED BY
O. i SUES. POURDON.
& LEVY. P.C.
II 1
ITEM: CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH - An Ordinance to Amend Section 208 of the
City Zoning Ordinance pertaining to portable storage containers for
special events.
MEETING DATE: December 2, 2014
■ Background:
The City Zoning Ordinance does not currently allow portable storage units to be
used during special events. Event organizers find it convenient to have portable
storage containers on-site for transporting and/or storing event -related materials.
For example, the Boardwalk Art Show organizers would like to allow artists to
store artwork overnight during the four-day event in portable storage containers.
• Considerations:
The proposed amendment to Section 208 of the City Zoning Ordinance, which
regulates portable storage containers, provides for portable storage containers to
be utilized during special events that possess a valid Special Events Permit.
An amendment to City Code Section 4.1, Special Events, is proposed in
conjunction with the City Zoning Ordinance amendment. The amendment
requires that where storage containers are desired, the application for a special
event must specify the number and location of containers and how long they will
be on the site. This amendment requires no action by the Planning Commission;
however, since the purpose of the amendment to the Zoning Ordinance is to
regulate portable storage containers used at special events that have a valid
Special Events Permit, the two amendments are interdependent.
There was no opposition to the proposed amendment to Section 208 of the
Zoning Ordinance.
• Recommendations:
The Planning Commission placed this item on the Consent Agenda, passing a
motion by a recorded vote of 11-0, to recommend approval.
• Attachments:
Minutes of Planning Commission Hearing
Ordinances
CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH
AMENDMENT TO SECTION 208
Page 2 of 2
Recommended Action: Staff recommends approval. Planning Commission
recommends approval.
Submitting Department/Agency: Planning Department Al\k/-
City Manager: `��
1 REQUESTED BY COUNCILMAN JOHN UHRIN
2
3 AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND SECTION
4 208 OF THE CITY ZONING ORDINANCE
5 PERTAINING TO PORTABLE STORAGE
6 CONTAINERS FOR SPECIAL EVENTS
7
8 SECTION AMENDED: City Zoning Ordinance § 208
9
10 WHEREAS, the public necessity, convenience, general welfare and good zoning
11 practice so require;
12
13 BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF VIRGINIA
14 BEACH, VIRGINIA:
15
16 That Section 208 of the City Zoning Ordinance is hereby amended and
17 reordained to read as follows:
18 Sec. 208. - Portable storage containers.
19 Portable storage containers located outside of an enclosed building or structure
20 shall be allowed only as specified in this section and subject to the following regulations:
21
22 (a) General requirements. The following requirements shall apply to portable
23 storage containers in all districts:
24
25
26
27 (2) No more than one (1) sign having a maximum area of six (6) square feet
28 per sign may be displayed on any portable storage container;
29
30 ....
31
32 (h) Special Event Permits. In conjunction with a special event, portable storage
33 containers shall be allowed in any zoning district with a valid special event permit. Such
34 portable storage containers shall comply with all requirements of the special event
35 permit. Only the signage allowed in accordance with subsection (a)(2) of this section
36 shall be permitted.
37
38
39
40
41
42 These amendments would in conjunction with the amendment to City Code Section 4-1
43 allow portable storage containers to be used by events with special event permits. The special event
44 permit would need to include time limits, location and numbers for review by staff.
COMMENT
Adopted by the Council of the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia, on the day
of , 2014.
APPROVED AS TO CONTENT: APPROVED AS TO LEGAL SUFFICIENCY:
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Planning'Departmentj City Attorney's Office
CA1996/R-4/September 29, 2014
2
1 REQUESTED BY COUNCILMAN JOHN UHRIN
2
3 AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND SECTION 4-
4 1 OF THE CITY CODE PERTAINING TO
5 PORTABLE STORAGE CONTAINERS
6 WITH SPECIAL EVENT PERMITS
7
8 SECTION AMENDED: City Code § 4-1
9
10 BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF VIRGINIA
11 BEACH, VIRGINIA:
12
13 That Section 4-1 of the Code of the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia, is hereby
14 amended and ordained to read as follows:
15
16 Sec. 4-1. Permit for special events.
17
18 ....
19
20 (b) Application: Contents and Fee. An application for any permit required by this section
21 shall be made to the city manager or his designee, accompanied by a nonrefundable
22 processing fee as provided in section 4-1.1. The application shall be submitted not less
23 than thirty (30) days nor more than six (6) months prior to the date of the proposed
24 activity. An application for a major event held for two (2) or more consecutive days shall
25 be filed not less than sixty (60) days nor more than six (6) months before the first date of
26 the proposed activity. The application shall contain the following information, utilizing a
27 form provided by the city manager:
28
29 ....
30
31 If portable storage containers are requested, the duration of the
32 containers at the site, the number of containers and the location of
33 the containers.
34
35 ....
36
37 (e) Permit Requirements. The city manager or his designee may impose, as conditions
38 to granting a permit, such further requirements and restrictions as will reasonably
39 protect the public health, safety, welfare, peace and order. Such conditions may include,
40 but are not limited to:
41
42 (1) The payment of a reasonable fee for the use or allocation of city
43 property, equipment and personnel not exceeding the actual costs
44 incurred by the city in connection with the proposed activity; and the
45 posting of a performance bond or other surety securing payment of
46 such fee.
47
48 (2) The provision of adequate crowd and traffic control, security, fire
49 protection, food handling, waste and refuse disposal, and noise
50 restrictions.
51
52 (3) The duration, location and number of any portable storage
53 containers.
54
55
56
57
58
59 These amendments would in conjunction with the amendment to City Zoning Ordinance
60 Section 208 allow portable storage containers to be used by events with special event permits. The
61 special event permit would need to include time limits, location and numbers for review by staff.
62
COMMENT
Adopted by the City Council of the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia, on this
day of , 2014.
APPROVED AS TO CONTENT:
Panni Department
CA13072
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APPROVED AS TO LEGAL SUFFICIENCY:
City Attorney's Office
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Item #16
City of Virginia Beach
An Ordinance to Amend Section 208 of the City Zoning Ordinance pertaining to portable storage
containers for special events.
November 12, 2014
An amendment to City Code Section 4.1, Special Events, is proposed for the City Zoning Ordinance. The
Section 4.1 amendment requires that where storage containers are desired, the application for a special
event must specify the number and location of containers and how long they will be on the site.
A motion was made by Commissioner Hodgson and seconded by Commissioner Horsley to approve item
16.
AYE 11 NAY 0 ABS 0 ABSENT 0
BROCKWELL AYE
HODGSON AYE
HORSLEY AYE
INMAN AYE
OLIVER AYE
REDMOND AYE
RIPLEY AYE
RUCINSKI AYE
RUSSO AYE
THORNTON AYE
WEINER AYE
By a vote of 11-0, the Commission approved item 16 by consent.
Karen Lasley appeared before the commission on behalf of the city.
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CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH
AGENDA ITEM
J
ITEM: An Ordinance to Amend Article 2 of the City Zoning Ordinance by adding a
new Part H, consisting of Sections 280 through 283, and to amend
Sections 602, 702, 802, 902, and 1002, allowing optional reduced street
setbacks in Apartment, Hotel, Office, Business, and Industrial Districts
within Strategic Growth Areas and setting forth conditions for the
reduction of such setbacks.
MEETING DATE: December 2, 2014
• Background:
The City's eight Strategic Growth Areas (SGAs) were established to create
places where urban -style development will eventually replace traditional
suburban -style, automobile -oriented development. Although plans have been
adopted for each of the SGAs, only the Resort SGA and the Core Area of the
Pembroke SGA have been coded for urban form. Suburban codes remain in
place for the other SGAs, with setbacks that prohibit urban -style development as
called for in the adopted plans. New codes are being developed, but it will take
several years to work with property owners and stakeholder groups to finalize
and adopt complete urban form codes for each SGA. In the meantime, there
exists a desire by some property owners to comply with the adopted SGA Plans
by reducing the setback from streets for new structures.
Currently, the only way to reduce setbacks is through a conditional rezoning, a
conditional use permit, or a variance from the Board of Zoning Appeals.
Conditional rezonings and conditional use permits can be time-consuming and
costly processes. State Code requires the Board of Zoning Appels to find a
hardship or unique characteristic of a site in order to approve a variance, making
this process a poor option.
• Considerations:
The proposed amendment establishes optional reduced setbacks for properties
that lie within a SGA, which may be used when certain conditions are met. For
example, the B-2 Community Business District requires a minimum 35' setback
from any street. Where a site is located within a SGA, the proposed amendment
allows a 10' setback from an arterial street or a 5' setback from all other streets
for a commercial building where the following criteria are met:
CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH -
OPTIONAL REDUCED SETBACKS
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• No parking areas, drive aisles other than those associated with drop-off
areas, mechanical equipment or service areas are located between the
building and the street. Any building wall facing a street must have a
substantial material change or articulation greater than 12 inches in depth,
at least every 30 feet in both a vertical and horizontal direction.
• For all building facades facing a street, ground floor stories must have at
least 30% transparency and 15% for upper stories. Multiple family
buildings require no less than 15% transparency on all stories.
• Building facades facing a street must substantially conform to the
applicable design guidelines in the Special Area Guidelines (Building
Design — Urban Areas) found in the Reference Handbook of the
Comprehensive Plan.
This temporary measure is needed while more comprehensive urban zoning
codes are being developed. The reduced setbacks are not mandatory, but
provide an option for those wishing to develop in accordance with the SGA
Plans. The reduced setbacks can be used only where basic urban form
development standards are met that will create active, pedestrian -oriented
streetscapes.
There was no opposition to the request.
• Recommendations:
The Planning Commission placed this item on the Consent Agenda, passing a
motion by a recorded vote of 11-0, to recommend approval of the proposed
amendment to the City Council.
• Attachments:
Minutes of Planning Commission Hearing
Ordinance
Recommended Action: Staff recommends approval. Planning Commission
recommends approval.
Submitting Department/Agency: Planning Departmenti\I
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City Manager.
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Item #18
City of Virginia Beach
An Ordinance to Amend Article 2 of the City Zoning Ordinance by adding a new Part H, consisting of
Sections 280 through 283, and to amend Sections 602, 702, 802, 902, and 1002, allowing optional
reduced street setbacks in Apartment, Hotel, Office, Business, and Industrial Districts within Strategic
Growth Areas and setting forth conditions for the reduction of such setbacks.
November 12, 2014
CONSENT
The City's eight Strategic Growth Areas (SGAs) were established as places where urban -style
development will eventually replace traditional suburban -style, automobile -oriented development.
Although Plans have been adopted for each of the SGAs, only the Oceanfront Resort District and the
Central Business Core District have been coded for urban form. Suburban codes remain in place for the
other areas with setbacks that prohibit urban style development as called for in the adopted plans. New
codes are being developed, but it will take several years to work with property owners and stakeholder
groups to finalize and adopt complete urban form codes for each SGA. In the meantime, some desire to
comply with the adopted SGA Plans by reducing the setback from streets for new structures.
A motion was made by Commissioner Hodgson and seconded by Commissioner Horsley to approve item
18.
AYE 11 NAY 0 ABS 0 ABSENT 0
BROCKWELL AYE
HODGSON AYE
HORSLEY AYE
INMAN AYE
OLIVER AYE
REDMOND AYE
RIPLEY AYE
RUCINSKI AYE
RUSSO AYE
THORNTON AYE
WEINER AYE
By a vote of 11-0, the Commission approved item 18 by consent.
Ashby Moss appeared before the Commission on behalf of the city.
1 REVISED VERSION
2
3 AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND ARTICLE 2 OF THE CITY
4 ZONING ORDINANCE BY ADDING A NEW PART H,
5 CONSISTING OF SECTIONS 280 THROUGH 283, AND TO
6 AMEND SECTIONS 602, 702, 802, 902 AND 1002, ALLOWING
7 OPTIONAL REDUCED STREET SETBACKS IN APARTMENT,
8 HOTEL, OFFICE, BUSINESS, AND INDUSTRIAL DISTRICTS
9 WITHIN STRATEGIC GROWTH AREAS AND SETTING
10 FORTH CONDITIONS FOR THE REDUCTION OF SUCH
11 SETBACKS
12
13 Sections Added: City Zoning Ordinance Sections 280, 281, 282
14 and 283
15
16 Sections Amended: City Zoning Ordinance Sections 602, 702,
17 802, 902 and 1002
18
19
20 WHEREAS, the public necessity, convenience, general welfare and good zoning
21 practice so require;
22
23 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
24 VIRGINIA BEACH, VIRGINIA:
25
26 That Sections 602, 702, 802, 902 and 1002 of the City Zoning Ordinance are
27 hereby amended and reordained, and a new Part H of Article 2, consisting of Sections
28 280 through 283 are hereby added, establishing optional reduced street setbacks in
29 Apartment, Hotel, Office, Business, and Industrial Districts within Strategic Growth
30 Areas and setting forth conditions for the reduction of such setbacks, to read as follows:
31
32 ARTICLE 2. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS AND PROCEDURES APPLICABLE TO
33 ALL DISTRICTS
34
35 H. Optional street setbacks in Strategic Growth Areas.
36 Sec. 280. Purpose.
37
38 (a) The purpose of this Part H is to establish interim regulations to allow the
39 development of high-quality, urban-style development in the City's Strategic Growth
40 Areas (SGAs) pending the adoption of zoning regulations that provide specific direction
41 regarding the form of development in each such SGA.
42
43 COMMENT
44
45 The section states the purpose of the ordinance, which is to encourage high-quality urban-
46 style development as envisioned in the implementation plans for the City's SGAs. The ordinance
47 will remain in effect as to each SGA until regulations are adopted to ensure that development is in
48 accordance with the vision embodied in each SGA plan.
49
50 Sec. 281. Findings.
51
52 The City Council finds that:
53
54 (a) In the 2003 Comprehensive Plan, the City established Strategic Growth
55 Areas, as areas designed to absorb most of the City's future growth, both residential
56 and non-residential. SGAs were planned to contain uses that are more intensive than in
57 most other areas of the City but are integrated into compact, yet compatible mixes of
58 uses, including office, retail, service, hotel and, where appropriate, residential, uses.
59
60 The 2003 Plan also set forth five common planning principles applicable to all
61 SGAs:
62
63 (1) Efficient use of land resources;
64
65 (2) Full use of urban services;
66
67 (3) Compatible mix of uses;
68
69 (4) A range of transportation opportunities; and
70
71 (5) Detailed human-scale design.
72
73 (b) The 2009 Comprehensive Plan retained the same strategy and guiding
74 principles as are set forth hereinabove. That strategy has been refined and expanded
75 by means of separate implementation plans that were specific to each of the City's
76 SGAs and were adopted only after an extensive public outreach program was employed
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77 in each instance. The plans for all of those SGAs retain the five basic planning
78 principles set forth in subsection (a). In addition, the 2009 Plan noted that the City has
79 identified SGAs as:
80
81 (1) Providing opportunities for continued physical and economic
82 growth;
83
84 (2) Helping to prevent urban sprawl;
85
86 (3) Protecting our established residential neighborhoods and rural
87 areas from incompatible development due to growth pressures;
88
89 (4) Maximizing infrastructure efficiency; and
90
91 (5) Creating unique and exciting urban destinations.
92
93 (c) Traditional suburban-style development typically lacks significant
94 connectivity to mass transit systems and bicycle or pedestrian-oriented features, instead
95 depending almost exclusively upon automobile traffic. Such dependence upon the
96 automobile results in large expanses of asphalt or other impervious parking surfaces
97 that are rarely, if ever, fully utilized, and has significant undesirable effects, including,
98 among others:
99
100 (1) Inefficient use of land;
101
102 (2) Greater adverse environmental impacts, notwithstanding
103 compliance with applicable regulations, than vertically-oriented,
104 mixed-use development;
105
106 (3) Incompatibility, both functional and architectural, with adjacent
107 communities;
108
109 (4) Increased traffic congestion; and
110
111 (5) A lack of uniqueness and "sense of place" differentiating Virginia
112 Beach from other cities.
113
114 (d) While the City's vision for the SGAs is well-developed in the
115 Comprehensive Plan and in the implementation plans for the SGAs, not all of the
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116 Strategic Growth Areas contain updated development standards implementing the City
117 Council's vision. Among the development standards that contribute to the achievement
118 of the urban form contemplated by the Comprehensive Plan are lesser setbacks from
119 streets, as such setbacks activate the street frontage by locating buildinq facades close
120 to the street, thereby providing a walkable, pedestrian -oriented streetscape. However,
121 the setback regulations currently applicable to the various zoning districts located within
122 the remaining SGAs generally require large street setbacks, and as a result, have the
123 effect of preventing by -right development that is consistent with the goals and objectives
124 of the SGAs.
125
126 (e) In light of the foregoing considerations, it is necessary, advisable, and in
127 the public interest for the City Council to adopt optional setback regulations in order to
128 encourage and promote development that conforms to and advances the City's vision
129 for the SGAs. Such regulations should remain in effect until such time as individual
130 codes and other zoning tools that are specific to each of the SGAs and responsive to
131 the City Council's vision can be developed and adopted by the City Council after having
132 received the benefit of extensive public comment.
133
134 COMMENT
135 The section sets forth the findings of the City Council. The central themes of the findings
136 are that: (1) the Strategic Growth Areas were conceived and established as places in which urban -
137 style development would eventually replace traditional suburban -style, automobile -oriented type of
138 development and (2) until codes and other zoning tools can be developed and implemented, the City
139 needs to adopt a set of interim setback regulations applicable to the SGAs in order to facilitate
140 development that is consistent with the City Council's vision for the SGAs.
141 Sec. 282. Applicability.
142
143 The provisions of this Part H shall apply to property in Apartment, Hotel, Office,
144 Business and Industrial Districts located within a Strategic Growth Area.
145
146 COMMENT
147 The section states its application to property that is located within uncoded SGAs by
148 designating the zoning districts within such SGAs that allow significant multifamily or commercial
149 development. As each SGA is coded, the current zoning district classifications contained in it will
150 be changed to classifications that more fully reflect the differences between the future SGA (urban -
151 form) zoning and the current (suburban -form) zoning.
152 This approach has been used by the City in adopting the Oceanfront Resort District Form -
153 Based Code, which replaced the former zoning district classification of the property it encompassed
154 by creating a new OR Oceanfront Resort Zoning District, and in the Town Center, where the
155 existing zoning of the property within it was changed to the CBC Central Business Core District.
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156
157 Sec. 283. Optional by -right minimum front and front side setbacks.
158 (a) Notwithstanding any contrary provision of the regulations of the zoning
159 district in which it is located, property that is subject to the provisions of Section 282
160 may optionally be developed in accordance with the provisions of this section.
161 Permitted principal, conditional and accessory uses shall be as allowed by the
162 regulations of the zoning district in which the property is located.
163 (b) The table below shows minimum setback requirements for front and side
164 yards adjacent to a street, as measured from the lot line adjoining the street; provided,
165 however, that where a lot line adjoins a street having a lesser width than the right -of -
166 way shown in Table 1 of the Major Street Network Ultimate Rights of Way (2010),
167 incorporated in the Reference Handbook of the Comprehensive Plan, the setback shall
168 be measured from the ultimate right-of-way shown therein.
Building
Mixed
Commercial
Office
Hotel
Industrial,
Multi -
Flex,
Type
Use
Family
Institutional
Street
A
—
0
—
A
—
0
—
AO
—
—
AO
—
—
A
—
0
—
AO
—
—
Type
Burton
10
5
10
5
10
10
10
10
10
10
15
10
Station
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
Centerville
10
5
10
5
10
10
10
10
10
10
15
10
Hilltop
10
5
10
5
10
5
10
5
10
10
15
10
Lynnhaven
10
5
10
5
10
5
10
5
10
10
15
10
Newtown
10
5
10
5
10
5
10
5
10
10
15
10
Pembroke
10
5
10
5
10
5
10
5
10
10
15
10
Rosemont
10
5
10
5
10
10
10
10
10
10
15
10
169 NOTE: A (Arterial Street Type); 0 (Other Street Type)
170 (c) The following conditions shall apply to any development in which front or
171 side street setbacks have been reduced pursuant to this section:
172 (1) Prohibited features. No parking, drive aisles other than those
173 associated with drop-off areas, mechanical equipment or service
174 areas shall be placed between the building and the street;
175
176 (2) Blank walls. Exterior walls on any building facade facing a street
177 shall have a substantial material change, such as windows, doors,
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178 columns, pilasters or other articulation greater than twelve (12)
179 inches in depth, at least every thirty (30) feet in both a vertical and
180 horizontal direction and on both ground and upper story street -
181 facing facades;
182
183 (3) Transparency. The combined area of windows and doors on a
184 ground story street -facing facade, as measured between two (2)
185 and eight (8) feet above the adjacent sidewalk or, if none, ground
186 level at the building facade, shall for all building types other than
187 multifamily, be no less than thirty per cent (30%) of the area of the
188 building facade, and for upper stories, no less than fifteen per cent
189 (15%). Multifamily buildings shall have a minimum transparency of
190 no less than 15% on all stories. When there is no floor above,
191 upper -story transparency shall be measured from the top of the
192 finished floor to the top of the wall plate on upper -story street -facing
193 facades; and
194
195 (4) Building facades facing a street shall substantially conform to
196 applicable design guidelines contained in the Special Area Design
197 Guidelines (Building Design — Urban Areas) contained in the
198 Reference Handbook of the Comprehensive Plan.
199
200 (5) In lieu of any of the requirements of subdivisions (1) through (4),
201 optional forms of development, such as courtyards, outdoor cafes,
202 water features or, for upper stories, balconies and galleries, that
203 significantly contribute to a walkable, active, pedestrian -oriented
204 environment, may be utilized.
205
206 COMMENT
207 The section sets forth the optional reduced setbacks that may be used instead of the ones
208 required by the regulations of the zoning district, and sets forth the conditions under which the
209 setbacks may be reduced.
210
211 ARTICLE 6. APARTMENT DISTRICTS.
212
213 Sec. 602. Dimensional requirements.
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214
215 The following chart lists the requirements within the A-12 through A-36
216 Apartment Districts for minimum lot area, width, yard spacing and maximum lot
217 coverage for semidetached dwellings.
218
219 (h) Front and side -yard setbacks adjacent to a street may be reduced in
220 accordance with the provisions of Part H of Article 2.
221
222
223 COMMENT
224 The amendment conforms the setback regulations in Apartment Districts to the provisions
225 allowing reduced setbacks for buildings located within a Strategic Growth Area.
226
227 ARTICLE 7. HOTEL DISTRICTS.
228
229 Sec. 702. Dimensional requirements.
230
231 (a) The following chart lists the requirements within the H-1 Hotel District for
232 minimum lot area, width, yard spacing, maximum lot coverage and maximum lodging
233 unit density for all uses and structures.
234 *Where applicable, newly created corner lots must also adhere to section 4.4(c) of the
235 Subdivision Ordinance, requiring lot width on certain corner Tots.
236 (b) Front and side -yard setbacks adjacent to a street may be reduced in
237 accordance with the provisions of Part H of Article 2.
238
239
240 COMMENT
241 The amendment conforms the setback regulations in the Hotel District to the provisions
242 allowing reduced setbacks for buildings located within a Strategic Growth Area.
243
244 ARTICLE 8. OFFICE DISTRICTS.
245
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246 Sec. 802. Dimensional requirements.
247 (a) The following chart lists the requirements within the 0-1 and 0-2 Office
248 Districts for minimum lot area, width, yard spacing and maximum lot coverage for all
249 uses and structures.
(1) Minimum lot area in square feet:
(2) Minimum lot width in feet:*
43,560
(3) Minimum front yard setback in feet:
(4) Minimum side yard setback in feet, unless a greater setback is required by section
803
(5) Minimum side yard setback adjacent to a street in feet:
(6) Minimum rear yard setback in feet, unless a greater setback is required by section
803
r_.
250
(7) Maximum lot coverage in percent:
35
10 120
30
20
12
251 *Where applicable, newly created corner Tots must also adhere to section 4.4(c) of the
252 Subdivision Ordinance, requiring lot width on certain corner lots.
253 (b) Front and side -Yard setbacks adjacent to a street may be reduced in
254 accordance with the provisions of Part H of Article 2.
255
256
COMMENT
257 The amendment conforms the setback regulations in the Office Districts to the provisions
258 allowing reduced setbacks for buildings located within a Strategic Growth Area.
259
260 ARTICLE 9. BUSINESS DISTRICTS.
261 (a) The following chart lists the requirements within the B-1, B -1A, B-2, B-3,
262 and B-4 Business Districts for minimum lot area, width and yard spacing for all
263 commercial uses and structures.
264
265 (f) Front and side -yard setbacks adjacent to a street may be reduced in
266 accordance with the provisions of Part H of Article 2.
267
268 COMMENT
269 The amendment conforms the setback regulations in the Business Districts to the provisions
270 allowing reduced setbacks for buildings located within a Strategic Growth Area.
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271
272 ARTICLE 10. INDUSTRIAL DISTRICTS.
273
274 Sec. 1002. Dimensional requirements.
275 The following chart lists the requirements within the 1-1 and 1-2 Industrial
276 Districts for minimum lot area, width, yard spacing and maximum floor area ratio for all
277 uses and structures.
(1) Minimum lot area in square feet:
(2) Minimum lot width in feet:*
(3) Minimum front yard setback in feet:
(4) Minimum side yard setback in feet unless a greater setback
lis required by section 1003
(5) Minimum side yard setback adjacent to a street in feet:
Minimum rear yard setback in feet, unless a greater setback
is required by section 1003
(6)
(7) Maximum floor area ratio:
Industrial Districts
1-1 1-2
20,000 20,000
T100
1100
30
0
278 *Where applicable, newly created corner lots must also adhere to section 4.4(c) of the
279 Subdivision Ordinance, requiring additional lot width on certain corner lots.
280
281 (b) Front and side -yard setbacks adjacent to a street may be reduced in
282 accordance with the provisions of Part H of Article 2.
283
284 COMMENT
285 The amendment conforms the setback regulations in the Industrial Districts to the
286 provisions allowing reduced setbacks for buildings located within a Strategic Growth Area.
287
288 Adopted by the City Council of the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia, on the
289 day of , 20_.
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APPROVED AS TO CONTENT:
Departme t ,! Fanning jam`
CA -13120
November 5, 2014
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