Planning Commission

20 January 1999

AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE MONTGOMERY COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION HELD ON JANUARY 20, 1999 IN THE BOARD ROOM (#327) THIRD FLOOR, COUNTY COURTHOUSE, CHRISTIANSBURG, VIRGINIA:

Mr. Wells, Chair, called the meeting to order and Mr. Ewing established the presence of a quorum.

Present: Malvin Wells, Chair

Ed Green, Vice-Chair

Mr. Wells opened the Public Address Session.

Ms. Kathy Stewart, addressed the Commission on their request to rezone approximately 5 acres, from A-1 (Agriculture) to GB (General Business, located at 3875 and 2827 Barn Road.) Her business - Professional Rehabilitation Association and their residence were in this area before the new hospital began its construction. Now the hospital is so close to their residence, they would like the rezoning completed for their business and they plan to move their residence to another area. This rezoning request will be in keeping with the proposed changes in the area. She asked that the Commission help them by moving along with the request. She stated that they couldn't wait another year for this request to be processed.

Mr. Tom Roberts, Anderson & Associates addressed the Commission on the Stewart rezoning request. He made a presentation outlining the property in the Corridor area. He said they would like the Commission to approve a Comprehensive Plan Amendment to cover just the Stewart property. They would then go to the City of Radford to try and get their approval.

Ms. Biggs inquired about the possibility of a Special Use Permit with residential zoning. Discussion followed concerning a possible withdrawal of the rezoning request and application for a Special Use Permit. Mr. Roberts stated that the setbacks required under residential zoning would not be sufficient for development of the offices. Members reviewed the plat and asked about water and sewer. Mr. Powers stated that water and sewer is only supplied to the hospital. Mr. Roberts stated that he had met with PSA and they can extend the utilities to the Stewart property, but they would like the Comprehensive Plan Amendment and rezoning request approved for their property before they apply to PSA for extension of the utilities.

Mr. Linkous stated that he appreciated Mrs. Stewart and Mr. Roberts' presentation on this request. Mr. Alcorn said he does not think there is any short way to get this rezoning approved. Mr. Wells requested this issue be placed on the February 10^th agenda for further discussion.

There being no further comments, Mr. Wells closed the public address.

Blaine Keesee, Gay Engineering, made a presentation on the Downtown Christiansburg Enhancement Project. He stated that Town of Christiansburg, Montgomery County and Downtown Development Partnership were active in the project. He said Christiansburg is seeking a TEA-21 grant on the six-phase plan. He presented a map and discussed the study area with the Commission.

A RESOLUTION SUPPORTING THE DOWNTOWN CHRISTIANSBURG ENHANCEMENT PROJECT

WHEREAS, the Town of Christiansburg has developed a multi-year program to guide public and private efforts for improving the downtown area; and

WHEREAS, the program will significantly enhance traffic circulation, pedestrian access, street landscaping and downtown aesthetics thereby making Downtown Christiansburg a better place for people to live, shop, work and visit; and

WHEREAS, the Town square, which is owned and maintained by Montgomery County, is the central focus of the downtown area.

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Montgomery County Planning Commission that the commission strongly supports the Downtown Christiansburg Enhancement Project.

Mr. Wells signed the resolution and presented it to Mr. Keesee.

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Holiday Motor Rezoning Request was pulled from the agenda.

Ms. Golden discussed a Comprehensive Plan Amendment for this request. The Comprehensive Plan currently designates this area for residential use.

1. Elliston Church of God request to rezone .667 acre; Tax Parcel No. 59A-A-41A from A-1 (Agriculture) to R-2 (Residential). Property is located at 9335 Roanoke Street in the Shawsville Magisterial District.
2. Lorraine R. Ryan (Agent: United States Cellular) request for a Special Use Permit to allow a cellular tower; Tax Parcel No. 71-A-21,22,23,24,28. Property is located approximately 0.5 miles NW of the end of State Route 822 Ryan Road in the Shawsville Magisterial District.
3. Holiday Motor Corporation (Agent: Anderson & Associates, Inc.) request to rezone 5.426 acres; Part of Tax Parcel No. 67-(A)-164 from A-1 (Agriculture) to GB (General Business). Property is located at 165 Jennelle Road in the Shawsville Magisterial District.
4. Proposed Comprehensive Plan amendment which would add 5.426 acres to the area designated for commercial use on the East Side of Route 460 in the Mid-County area. Property is part of Tax Parcel No. 67-(A)-164 located at 165 Jennelle Road in the Shawsville Magisterial District.
5. P&G, L.L.C. request to rezone 4.461 acres; Part of 67-(A)-161 from A-1 (Agriculture) to GB (Commercial). Property is located at 3963 South Main Street in the Shawsville Magisterial District.

Mr. Davis presented a preliminary plat and draft conditions. Mr. Don Rainey, Rainey Engineering, made a presentation of the proposed 14 lot community. He reviewed the boundary adjustment plat and standard subdivision plats. Discussion followed.

1. Construction plans for streets and drainage shall be reviewed and approved by the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT).
2. Provision for individual septic systems for each lot shall be reviwed and approved by the Montgomery County Health Department. The locations of and permit numbers for drainfields and wells shall be noted on the plat.
3. Power lines, telephone lines and other public utilities shall satisfy the requirement for underground utilities (Section 8-155(a)). In addition, easements for these utilities shall satisfy Section 8-155(b) of the Subdivision Ordinance.
4. An erosion & sediment control plan shall be reviewed and approved by the County Engineer. (If stormwater detention facilities are necessary, then a Homeowner's Association shall be established. The Homeowner's Association shall be responsible for maintenance and liability of all such facilities. The County Attorney shall approve the Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions and associated By-laws of this Homeowner's Association.)
5. A note prohibiting lot #4 and #13 from using Fairview Church Road for lot access shall be added to the plat.
6. Boundary line adjustment which permits this major subdivision shall be recorded and its deed book and page numbers added to the plat before its approval.
7. Final Plat shall be reviewed by Planning Commission.

Mr. Davis presented the draft conditions for the final plat approval. Discussion followed.

1. Construction plans for streets and drainage shall be reviewed and approved by the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT).
2. A private street in accordance with Section 8-152(b)(3) is permitted provided that no more than 2 lots access the private street. The Access Plan, including construction specifications and a maintenance agreement or plan, shall be reviewed and approved by the Planning Commission.
3. All phases shall satisfy the requirement that dead-end streets serve no more than 35 dwelling units. (Section 9-152(c))
4. Provision for individual septic systems for each lot shall be reviewed and approved by the Montgomery County Health Department.
5. Power lines, telephone lines and other public utilities shall satisfy the requirement for underground utilities. (Section 8-155(a)).
6. An erosion & sediment control plan shall be reviewed and approved by the County Engineer. (If stormwater detention facilities are necessary, then a Homeowner’s Association shall be established. The Homeowner’s Association shall be responsible for maintenance and liability of all such facilities. The County Attorney shall approve the Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions and associated By-laws of this Homeowner’s Association.)
7. Street name for private road shown on the Final Plat shall be approved by the Planning Department.
8. The building setbacks for each lot shall be added to the Plat.
9. The owner(s) of the land to the northeast, east, and southeast shall be clearly noted.
10. The address of the landowner dividing their land shall be added to the Plat.
11. The building setbacks shall be corrected for the R2 zoning.
12. The zoning for the divided area shall be stated more clearly.
13. The lot acreage breakdown shall be more detailed.
14. The sketch relating the platted area to its surroundings shall be more detailed and clear.
15. Final Plat shall be reviewed by Planning Commission.

 

Appointment of Liaisons:

Mr. Wells made the following Liaison appointments for 1999:

Blacksburg Planning Commission - Ed Green ,Harry Neumann (Alternate)

Christiansburg Planning Commission - Ray Alcorn, Jim Martin (Alternate)

Economic Development Commission - Ray Alcorn

Public Service Authority - Richard Daub

School Board - Michael Ewing

Parks and Recreation Commission - Don Linkous

Ms. Golden made a presentation and distributed copies of the 1998 building permits for members to review.

Mr. Davis made a presentation and distributed copies of the 1998 Subdivision Annual Report for members to review. Discussion followed.

Mr. Powers reviewed the Family Subdivision table that was included in the packet. Discussion followed.

Ms. Biggs stated that the Sierra Club made a presentation at the Board of Supervisors meeting on January 11^th.

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Mr. Alcorn reported that the sign ordinance was their main item of discussion.

Mr. Alcorn reported that the commission will meet on January 21^st.

Mr. Daub reported that the contract has been awarded for the Belview sewer line.

Mr. Ewing reported that Mr. Klagge has been appointed as Chairman of the School Board. The budget was the main item of discussion at their meeting.

Ms. Biggs reported on the work session between the Board of Supervisors and the School Board. The proposal of a new Blacksburg High School and the Blacksburg Middle School issue were the topics of discussion. She stated that it was a good work session.

Mr. Linkous reported that their next meeting would be February 3^rd.

Mr. Alcorn made a report of the VCPA Retreat he attended at the Peaks of Otter. He said a web site has been created and information will be in the next newsletter.

Mr. Bobby Parker, Information Services Director, reported that February 5^th would be ground breaking at the Falling Branch Industrial Park.

Mr. Powers stated that a memo received from the Finance Department requests that all meal receipts be itemized. Any member attending conferences should try to receive itemized receipts.

There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:30 p.m.