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Home My WebLink AboutSP-11-27 - Decision - 0085 Swift Street#SP-11-27 CITY OF SOUTH BURLINGTON DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND ZONING VERMONT GAS SYSTEMS INC. SITE PLAN APPLICATION #SP-11-27 FINDINGS OF FACT AND DECISION Site plan application of Vermont Gas Systems to amend a previously approved plan for a 16,665 sq. ft. general office building. The amendment consists of constructing a detached accessory structure to contain a CNG fueling facility, 85 Swift Street. The Development Review Board held a public hearing on August 4, 2011. Jay Mallowney represented the applicant. Based on testimony provided at the above mentioned public hearing and the plans and supporting materials contained in the document file for this application, the Development Review Board finds, concludes, and decides the following: FINDINGS OF FACT 1. Vermont Gas Systems, hereafter referred to as the applicant, is requesting site plan approval to amend a previously approved plan for a 16,665 sq. ft. general office building. The amendment consists of constructing a detached accessory structure to contain a CNG fueling facility, 85 Swift Street. 2. The application was received on June 21, 2011. 3. The owner of record of the subject property is Vermont Gas Systems Inc. 4. The subject property is located in the Swift Street Zoning District. 5. The plans submitted consist of a three (3) page set of plans, page one (1) entitled "Compressed Natural Gas Evaluation 85 Swift Street South Burlington", prepared by Civil Engineering Associates, dated May 2011. ZONING DISTRICT & DIMENSIONAL REQUIREMENTS Table 1. Dimensional Requirements Swift St Zoning District Re uired Proposed �l Min. Lot Size 20,000 SF 4.2 acres Max. Building Coverage 40% 9.6% Max. Overall Coverage 70% 57.5% Min. Front Setback 30 ft. >30 ft. Min. Side Setback 10 ft. >10 ft. # Min. Rear Setback 65 ft. >65 ft. CADocuments and Settings\Mark C. Behr\My Documents\South Burlington DRB\8.3.11 Meeting Decisions\SP 11 27 85SwiftVTGas ffd.doc #SP-11-27 zoning compliance # minimum setback for non residential use from residential district is 65 feet. PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS SITE PLAN REVIEW STANDARDS Pursuant to Section 14.03(A)(6) of the South Burlington Land Development Regulations, any PUD shall require site plan approval. Section 14.06 establishes the following general review standards for all site plan applications: The site shall be planned to accomplish a desirable transition from structure to site, from structure to structure, and to provide for adequate planting, safe pedestrian movement, and adequate parking areas. The applicant is proposing a new structure within which to house a compressed natural gas fueling facility. It is approximately 16'x16' and is proposed to be located on an existing gravel area. The newly proposed structure will not impact or hamper pedestrian movement. Parking remains unchanged. In accordance with Section 13.02(G)(5) of the SBLDR, a bicycle parking or storage facility shall be provided. A bicycle rack is depicted on the plans to the eastern side of the building. The proposal does not meet the threshold to necessitate any changes in the current parking configuration. Without restricting the permissible limits of the applicable zoning district, the height and scale of each building shall be compatible with its site and existing or adjoining buildings. There are no proposed changes to the existing building. The accessory unit is within its limitations. Newly installed utility services and service modifications necessitated by exterior alterations or building expansions shall, to the extent feasible, be underground. Newly installed utility lines, services, or service modifications shall be underground. The DRB shall encourage the use of a combination of common materials and architectural characteristics, landscaping, buffers, screens and visual interruptions to create attractive transitions between buildings of different architectural styles. CADocuments and Settings\Mark C. Behr\My Documents\South Burlington DRB\8.3.11 Meeting Decisions\SP 11 27 85Swift VTGas ffd.doc #SP-11-27 Proposed structures shall be related harmoniously to themselves, the terrain and to existing buildings and roads in the vicinity that have a visual relationship to the proposed structures. There are no proposed changes to the existing building. 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 South Burlington Land Development Regulations: The reservation of land may be required on any lot for provision of access to abutting properties whenever such access is deemed necessary to reduce curb cuts onto an arterial of collector street, to provide additional access for emergency or other purposes, or to improve general access and circulation in the area. There are no opportunities to provide access to abutting properties or to reduce curb cuts as part of this proposal. Electric, telephone and other wire -served utility lines and service connections shall be underground. Any utility installations remaining above ground shall be located so as to have a harmonious relation to neighboring properties and to the site. Any newly installed utility lines, services, or service modifications shall be underground. All dumpsters and other facilities 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). Solid waste facilities are available on site and adequately screened. Landscaping The applicant is proposing $200 in new landscaping. This meets the minimum requirements for landscaping. DECISION Motion by Joe Randazzo seconded by Roger Farley, to approve Site Plan Application #SP-11-27 of Vermont Gas subject to the following conditions: 1. All previous approvals and stipulations which are not superseded by this approval shall remain in effect. 2. This project shall be completed as shown on the plans submitted by the applicant and on file in the South Burlington Department of Planning and Zoning. CADocuments and Settings\Mark C. Behr\My Documents\South Burlington DRB\8.3.11 Meeting Decisions\SP 11 27 85Swift VTGas ffd.doc #SP-11-27 3. Prior to permit issuance, the applicant shall post a $200 landscaping bond. This bond shall remain in full effect for three (3) years to assure that the landscaping has taken root and has a good chance or survival. 4. The applicant shall 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. 5. The applicant shall obtain a Certificate of Occupancy from the Administrative Officer prior to use of the fueling facility. 6. Any change to the site plan shall require approval by the South Burlington Development Review Board or the Administrative Officer. Tim Barritt— yea/nay/abstain/not present Mark Behr — yea/nay/abstain/not present Matthew Birmingham — yea/nay/abstain/not present Roger Farley — yea/nay/abstain/not present Joe Randazzo— yea/nay/abstain/not present Michael Sirotkin — yea/nay/abstain/not present Bill Stuono — yea/nay/abstain/not present Motion carried by a vote of 7 — 0 — 0 Signed this 15th day of August 2011, by Digitally signed by Mark C. Beh r Mark C. Behr DN e MarkC Behr, t Richard Henry Behr Architect P.C., au, email=mark@rhbpccom, c=US Date: 2011.08.15 16:30:35 -04'00' Mark Behr, Chairman 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 V.R.E.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 V.R.E.C.P. 5(b)(4)(A). Please contact the Environmental Division at 802-828-1660 or htti://vermontludicia[y_ora/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 802.879.5676 to speak with the regional Permit Specialist. 4 CADocuments and Settings\Mark C. Behr\My Documents\South Burlington DRB\8.3.11 Meeting Decisions\SP 11 27 85Swift VTGas ffd.doc