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Home My WebLink AboutSP-16-82 - Decision - 1200 Airport Drive#SP-16-82 CITY OF SOUTH BURLINGTON DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND ZONING CITY OF BLIRLINGTON/BURLINGTON INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT-1200 AIRPORT DRIVE SITE PLAN REVIEW APPLICATION #SP-16-82 FINDINGS OF FACT AND DECISION Site plan review application #SP-16-82 oftity of Burlington, Burlington International Airport to amend a previously approved plan for an airport complex. The amendment consists of: 1) relocation of taxiway "G" 2) relocation of taxiway "A", 3) reconstruction of taxiways "M" & "H", and 4) stormwater improvements, 1200 Airport Drive. The Development Review Board held a public hearing on January 17, 2017 and subsequently re -opened the application for another hearing on March 31, 2017. The applicant was represented by ion Leinwohl. Based on the plans and materials contained in the document file for this application, the Development Review Board finds, concludes, and decides the following: FINDINGS OF FACT 1. The applicant, City of Burlington/Burlington International Airport, seeks to amend a previously approved plan for an airport complex. The amendment consists of: 1) relocation of taxiway "G" 2) relocation of taxiway "A", 3) reconstruction of taxiways "M" & "H", and 4) stormwater improvements, 1200 Airport Drive. 2. The owner of record of the subject property is City of Burlington/Burlington International Airport. 3. The application was received on December 14, 2016. 4. The property lies within the Airport Zoning District. 5. The plan submitted consists of 16 pages with the first page titled "Location Plan" prepared by Stantec Consulting Services Inc. and dated 12/9/16. SITE PLAN REVIEW STANDARDS Pursuant to Section 14.03(A) (6) of the South Burlington Land Development Regulations, any PLID shall require site plan approval. Section 14.06 of the South Burlington Land Development Regulations establishes the following general review standards for all site plan applications: A. Relationship of Proposed Development to the City of South Burlington Comprehensive Plan. Due attention by the applicant should be given to the goals and objectives and the stated land use policies for the City of South Burlington as set forth in the Comprehensive Plan. The Board finds that this criterion is being met. #SP-16-82 B. Relationship of Proposed Structures to the Site. C Relationship of Structures and Site to Adjoining Area. The Board finds these criteria to not be applicable. In addition to the above general review standards, site plan applications shall meet the following specific standards as set forth in Section 14.07 of the Land Development Regulations: A. Access to Abutting Properties. The reservation of land maybe required on any lot for provision of access to abutting properties whenever such access is deemed necessary to reduce curb cuts onto an arterial or collector street, to provide additional accessfor emergency or otherpurposes, or to improve general access and circulation in the area. The Board does not consider that the reservation of land is necessary. B. Utility Services. Electric, telephone and other wire -served utility lines and service connections shall be underground Any utility installations remaining above ground shaft be located so as to have a harmonious relation to neighboring properties and to the site. Pursuant to Section 15.13(E) of the Land Development Regulations, any new utility lines, services, and service modifications must be underground. C. Disposal of Wastes. All dumpsters and otherfacifities to handle solid waste, including compliance with any recycling or other requirements, shall be accessible, secure and properly screened with opaque fencing to ensure that trash and debris do not escape the enclosure(s). Q. Landscaping and Screening Requirements. (See Article 13, Section 13.06 The Board finds these criteria to not be applicable. Stormwater The Board received the following comments from the Stormwater Section in an email dated January 13, 2017: The Storm water Section has reviewed the "Parallel Taxiway 'G', Phase 2 Permitting" site plan prepared by Stontec, doted 12101116 and most recently revised on 1112117, as well as the additional materials submitted by the engineer. We would like to offer the following comments: 1. The DRB should include a condition requiring the applicant to regularly m oin toin a// storm water treatment and conveyance structures on -site. 2. The applicant is proposing "Restoration of North Outflow Channel" work on City property. Prior to commencing this work, approvolfrom the City will be required, separate from this application. The Board supports the comments of the Stormwater Section and a condition will be included in this decision reflecting the requirement to maintain stormwater treatment and conveyance structures. Other P) #SP-16-82 The applicant originally proposed the development of two (2) holding bays in the vicinity of taxiway "M." In discussions with the Board the applicant decided this aspect of the project needed additional planning, especially to mitigate the impact of jet blast from the holding bay area onto nearby streets. Therefore this decision includes a condition requiring the revision of the plans to remove the holding bays. DECISION The Development Review Board hereby approves site plan review application #SP-16-82 of City of Burlington/Burlington International Airport, subject to the following conditions: 1. All previous approvals and stipulations will remain in full effect except as amended herein. 2. The plan must be revised to show the changes below and will require approval of the Administrative Officer. Three (3) copies of the approved revised plans must be submitted to the Administrative Officer prior to permit issuance. a. Remove the holding bays (identified as "Holdbay 1" and "Holdbay 2" on the plan sheet titled "Site Plan Taxiway B extension & Taxiway G Phase 1A, 1B & 2") 3. This project must be completed as shown on the plans submitted by the applicant and on file in the South Burlington Department of Planning and Zoning. 4. Pursuant to Section 15.13(E) of the Land Development Regulations, any new utility lines, services, and service modifications must be underground. 5. The proposed project must adhere to standards for erosion control as set forth in Section 16.03 of the South Burlington Land Development Regulations. In addition, the grading plan must meet the standards set forth in Section 16.04 of the South Burlington Land Development Regulations. 6. The applicant will be responsible to regularly maintain all stormwater treatment and conveyance structures on -site. 7. The applicant must obtain a zoning permit within six (6) months pursuant to Section 17.04 of the Land Development Regulations or this approval is null and void. 8. Prior to issuance of a zoning permit, the applicant must submit to the Administrative Officer a final set of project plans as approved in digital (PDF) format. 9. The applicant must obtain a Certificate of Occupancy from the Administrative Officer at completion of the project. 10. Any change to the approved plan will require approval by the South Burlington Development Review Board or the Administrative Officer. #SP-16-82 Mark Behr Yea Nay Abstain Not Present Matt Cota Yea Nay Abstain Not Present Frank Kochman Yea Nay Abstain Not Present Bill Miller Yea Nay Abstain Not Present David Parsons Yea Nay Abstain Not Present Jennifer Smith Yea Nay Abstain Not Present John Wilking Yea Nay Abstain Not Present Motion carried by a vote of 6— 0 — 0. Signed this 5th day of April 2017 by Bill Miller, Chair Please note: An appeal of this decision may be taken by filing, within 30 days of the date of this decision, a notice of appeal and the required fee by certified mail to the Superior Court, Environmental Division. See VRE.C.P. 5(b). A copy of the notice of appeal must also be mailed to the City of South Burlington Planning and Zoning Department at 575 Dorset Street, South Burlington, VT 05403. See VRE.C.P. 5(b) (4)(A). Please contact the Environmental Division at 802-828-1660 or http://vermontjudiciary.org/GTC/environmental/default.aspx for more information on filing requirements, deadlines, fees and mailing address. The applicant or permittee retains the obligation to identify, apply for, and obtain relevant state permits for this project. Call 802.477.2241 to speak with the regional Permit Specialist. El