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BETA TECHNOLOGIES
MASTER PLAN (MP-21-02)
APPLICATION FOR AMENDMENT
Revised January 24, 2023
January 12, 2023
This Application for Amendment is being submitted consistent with the Environmental Court Remand (22-
ENV-00043) guidance and the South Burlington Land Development Regulations (LDR’s) as adopted on May
2, 2022.
The DRB issued Findings of Fact and a Decision on Master Plan MP-21-02 on March 22, 2022, under the
LDR’s that were adopted on December 28, 2020. This application is requesting the approved Master Plan be amended as described herein.
Table of Contents
Section I 15.B.04(B) – Project Description 2-8
Section II 15.B.04(C) – Context Report 9
Section III 15.B.04(D) – Existing Conditions Report 10
Section IV 15.B.04(E) – Development Plan 11-12
Section V 15.B.04(F) – Summary Statistics 13-16
Section VI 15.B.04(G) – Buildout Analysis 17-19
Section VII 15.B.04(H) – Design Standards 20-26
Section VIII 15.B.04(I) – Phasing Plan 27-30
Section IX 15.B.04(J) – Management Plan 31
Appendix A Issued Permit Summary
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SECTION I
15.B.04(B) – PROJECT DESCRIPTION
As outlined in LDR Section 15.B.04(B), the Project Description section shall address the following items:
• Overall vision for and scope of the proposed development
• The land area and properties to be included under each phase of development
• Current property ownership contact information
• Current zoning district designations
• Proposed PUD types
• Project consistency with applicable zoning and subdivision regulations
• Any requested modifications or waivers, as allowed under these regulations
Overall vision for and scope of the proposed development.
BETA is proposing to redevelop approximately 40.43 acres of underutilized brownfield property (South 40
Campus/S40), located at the southern end of the Burlington International Airport (BTV), into an
environmentally sustainable state-of-the-art campus for manufacture and assembly of the company’s
electric aircraft. The campus is planned to include a manufacturing facility, general aviation hangar, training
and cultural center, mixed office/retail building, and a childcare facility – all underpinned by open space
and designed for interconnectivity via new roads and pedestrian paths.
The S40 campus is intended to become a community asset that will promote a growing acceptance of an
interest in electric aviation and transportation by making it accessible to a wide spectrum of people from
passionate aviators to individuals curious to learn more about the systems that are transforming their day-
to-day lives.
By redeveloping this property into an open campus, we hope to enable cross-pollination of opportunities
between the buildings and across the campus – as well as between the BETA team and the broader
community. We envision this space will stimulate shared opportunities for learning, community events, and
other shared local functions.
The land area and properties to be included under each phase of development.
Buildout of the campus master plan will occur over multiple phases, with the possibility of more than one
project overlapping with another. BETA has submitted for and received its zoning permits for the
Manufacturing and Assembly Facility Phase I (A-Build) and the General Aviation Hangar (GAH) projects –
both of which are currently under construction.
BETA has also submitted an application for amendment, SP-22-056, to add 261 parking spaces at 154 Da
Vinci Drive. This application has been continued by the DRB to February 7, 2023, pending approval of this
master plan amendment.
Follow on projects are planned to include:
• Construction of the next phase of the aviation cultural center which will include flight training
facilities, simulators, an aviation-inspired café, and other spaces to facilitate excitement and
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learning around aviation. The project will be Phase II of the GAH project currently under
construction.
• Construction of a new mixed-use office/retail building along Williston Road (to replace the existing
3060 Valley Drive building), expanded parking and new solar farm;
• Construction of a new childcare facility to support BETA employees and their families.
Development of the campus includes one parcel in the AIR-I district and four parcels in the IC district. The IC
district parcels, shown in green below and in SP-001 – EXISTING SUBDIVISION PLAN, will be consolidated
into a single parcel once fully built out. Additionally, consolidation includes dissolving multiple lease lines
and easements.
Figure 1: Existing Development Parcels
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Final parcel configurations after consolidation of lots and easements are shown below and on sheet MP-
002 – FINAL PLAT REVISION & LOT CONSOLIDATION PLAN.
Current property ownership and contact information.
Each of the parcels required for this master plan are owned by the City of Burlington / Burlington International
Airport. Inquiries should be directed to:
Figure 2: Final Parcel Configuration
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Nicolas Longo, C.M., Director of Aviation
1200 Airport Drive, South Burlington, VT 05403
e: nlongo@btv.aero
m: (802) 503-7368
Current zoning district designations.
The proposed development spans two zoning districts within the city. The Manufacturing Facility and Cultural Center
projects are located within the Airport Industrial (AIR-I) district. While the proposed mixed-use commercial building
and future childcare facility are within the Mixed Industrial & Commercial (IC) district. Both zoning districts support a
variety of by-right uses that are consistent with those in the master plan.
Proposed PUD types.
Not applicable; this master plan application does not include a PUD.
Project consistency with applicable zoning and subdivision regulations.
The proposed Master Plan amendment is consistent with both the applicable zoning and subdivision regulations
(15.A – SUBDIVISION REVIEW).
No changes to the Final Subdivision Plan and or Plat Plan from the previously approved Master Plan are requested.
Any requested modifications or waivers, as allowed under these regulations.
Figure 3: Zoning Districts
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Parking. This amendment requests modification of the previously approved onsite parking layout as allowed
by 14.06(A)(2)(b)(viii) to construct “parking between a public street and one or more buildings”, as “the
building, or a portion thereof, being served by the parking area is contained with the Security Identification
Display Area (SIDA) of a publicly-owned and operated airport.”
As shown below, the northeast elevation of the building is co-planar with the SIDA line (blue dashed line)
eliminating the ability to “locate the parking to the rear or sides of the building(s).”
Master Plan Duration. BETA is seeking to maintain the previously approved MP-21-02 Condition #10, as
shown below, which would then require the DRB to grant an extension as allowed under 15.B.06(D)(4) –
MASTER PLAN DURATION extension provision.
MP-21-02 Decision Condition No. 10 as written:
“This master plan shall expire in 10 years if final applications (final plat or site plan, as required) for
development of each of the phases identified herein have not been submitted in that time. There
shall be no required timelines within the 10-year period.”
Figure 4: SIDA Fence Line Location Plan
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To apply this provision, the Applicant must show “cause” for the request. As discussed during the prior DRB
hearings (Hearing No. 1 – 12/21/21; Hearing No. 3 – 2/15/2022), the 10-year duration was requested to
accommodate both BETA’s business needs and regulatory/market dynamics.
From a business perspective, the 10-years allows BETA to migrate from a research and development
company into a manufacturing company during which time the assembly process will evolve from manual
or hand-built articles to articles built with some level of automation. How much and or what type of
automation is not currently known and will be developed in a “crawl, walk, run” model as the manufacturing and assembly processes develop over time.
Similar to the business needs, establishing a 10-year master plan allows BETA to remain nimble and
respond to the inevitable shifts in regulatory requirements and or market dynamics. The FAA has yet to
establish clear guidance on the final envelope which the aircraft must operate in. As these guidelines
become clearer, there will be changes to the plane which will require changes to the manufacturing and
assembly process ultimately impacting the timeframe for the remaining phases.
Providing a 10-year master plan duration provides for the opportunity to take the time to understand the
requirements for the follow-on phases. To be able respond to the business and regulatory/market needs,
BETA requests that the previously approved condition remain as written.
MP-21-02 Decision Condition No. 6a. BETA requests that the previously approved condition be maintained
allowing BETA to proceed directly to site plan review for applications which are consistent with the plans
presented at master plan and do not involve subdivision of land.
MP-21-02 Decision Condition No. 6b. BETA requests that the previously approved condition be maintained
allowing BETA to proceed directly to zoning permit approval for the following items:
• PV Solar Equipment
• Battery Backup Equipment
• Assembly Process-related Equipment
• Utility Transformers, Pedestals, and associated appurtenances
• Electric Aircraft and Car Chargers
If they conform to the following limitations:
a. A maximum equipment height of 15-ft.
b. Located where fully screened from Williston Road and Eagle Drive and where set back at least as far
as the nearest adjacent building from the central access drive.
c. Equipment must fully comply with the performance standards of LDR Appendix A. These
performance standards set numeric standards for vibration, noise, and air pollution amongst
others.
Equipment shall be directly related to the approved use of the building to which it is adjacent.
MP-21-02 Decision Condition No. 14a. FAR is no longer an applicable standard in the current LDR’s,
eliminating the need for Condition #14a.
Building Height: A building height waiver of 5’ from 35’ to 40’ to accommodate a 3-story building as
intended by the LDR’s.
• The intent of the LDR building height requirement is to allow 3-story buildings. However, the 35’
height requirement for flat roofs is not consistent with current building standards, limiting future
development to a 2-story building.
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• Master plan approval is intended to provide the Applicant a predictable road map for planned
future development.
• Asking the applicant to request a waiver for each project is inconsistent with the goals of master
plan approval.
Landscaping Budget – applicant requests that when calculating the landscape estimate, that the actual
amount spent on landscaping over the Landscape Budget from previous projects within the master plan area be applied towards meeting the Landscape Budget. At each phase of development, an overall budget
tracking spreadsheet for the master plan area will be provided.
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SECTION II
15.B.04(C) – CONTEXT REPORT
As outlined in LDR Section 15.B.04(C), the Context Report section shall address the following items:
• Existing parcels, and existing and planned streets and blocks, recreation paths, transit routes,
buildings, land uses, parks, civic spaces, and other open spaces and community facilities located
within 1/4-mile of project boundaries;
• Proposed street, recreation path, transit, infrastructure, and open space connections between
existing, planned, and proposed development;
• A more detailed Development Context Analysis as required for an Infill or Redevelopment (IRD)
PUD under Article 15.C, as applicable; and
• A description of how concerns raised in the Neighborhood Meeting will be addressed.
Existing parcels, and existing and planned streets and blocks, recreation paths, transit routes, buildings,
land uses, parks, civic spaces, and other open spaces and community facilities
located within 1/4-mile of project boundaries.
See sheet MP-001 – LOCATION PLAN for the requested information.
Proposed street, recreation path, transit, infrastructure, and open space connections between existing, planned, and proposed development.
See sheets MP-003 – CAMPUS SITE PLAN and L-002 – CAMPUS PLAN for the requested information.
A more detailed Development Context Analysis as required for an Infill or Redevelopment (IRD) PUD
under Article 15.C, as applicable.
This project is not an Infill or Redevelopment (IRD) PUD and does not require a more detailed Development
Context Analysis.
A description of how concerns raised in the Neighborhood Meeting will be addressed.
A Neighborhood Meeting was not required under the LDR’s that guided MP-21-02, effective 28DEC20.
This requirement is not applicable, as MP-21-02 was appealed by the Applicant to the State of Vermont
Environmental Court and remanded to the South Burlington Development Review Board. Since the project
has proceeded beyond the Neighborhood Meeting phase, and as guided by Planning and Zoning staff,
review of this application will begin at 15.B.04.
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SECTION III
15.B.04(D) – EXISTING CONDITIONS REPORT
As outlined in LDR Section 15.B.04(D), the Existing Conditions Report section shall address the following
items:
• Topographic conditions, including elevation contours, surface waters, wetlands, and other natural
features;
• Natural [features] under Article 12, or as otherwise regulated by the City;
• Existing streets, blocks, and utility corridors, including existing rights-of-way; and
• Existing land uses and structures, including any historic sites or structures listed or eligible for listing
on the Vermont State Register of Historic Places.
Topographic conditions, including elevation contours, surface waters, wetlands, and other natural
features.
Please find this Information on sheet MP-002 – EXISTING CONDITIONS PLAN.
Natural [features] under Article 12, or as otherwise regulated by the City.
Please find this Information on sheet MP-002 – EXISTING CONDITIONS PLAN.
Existing streets, blocks, and utility corridors, including existing rights-of-way.
Please find this Information on sheet MP-002 – EXISTING CONDITIONS PLAN.
Existing land uses and structures, including any historic sites or structures listed or eligible for listing on
the Vermont State Register of Historic Places.
Existing Land Uses and Structures. Please find existing structures within the master plan boundary on sheet
MP-002 – EXISTING CONDITIONS PLAN. Four (4) existing structures are slated to be demolished under the
master plan … 1) small commercial building, 2) maintenance garage, 3) small warehouse, and 4) a multi-
tenant commercial building.
Historic Structures. There are no historic sites or structures listed or eligible for listing on the Vermont State
Register of Historic Places within the project area.
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SECTION IV
15.B.04(E) – DEVELOPMENT PLAN
As outlined in LDR Section 15.B.04(E), the Development Plan section shall address the following items:
• Natural resource areas identified for protection, consistent with adopted Environmental Protection
Standards under Article 12.
• Any designated Conservation Area or other open space areas.
• Any land area to be set aside for renewable energy production.
• The proposed street and block grid within and connecting each phase of development, including
the location of major streets by Street Type, and any existing rights-of-way, easements or
intersections identified for relocation.
• Proposed recreation paths, transit routes, infrastructure, and utility corridors between and serving
each phase of development.
• One or more designated Development Areas, to include land use allocation areas by proposed use
type(s), at minimum to include any designated residential areas, nonresidential areas, mixed use
areas, civic space areas, and the location of principal or shared parking areas serving the
development.
• Any proposed transition areas along the project perimeter, in which proposed development will
either be integrated with or buffered from adjoining properties and development.
• Existing buildings to be incorporated in proposed development or redevelopment.
• Public and private transportation, infrastructure, and utility improvements necessary to
accommodate each phase of development, and the entire project at buildout, to include any land,
facilities, or improvements proposed for public dedication, consistent with the City’s adopted
Official Map.
Natural resource areas identified for protection, consistent with adopted Environmental Protection
Standards under Article 12.
Wetlands. Class II wetlands exist along the proposed Da Vinci Drive. These wetlands were delineated by a
wetland specialist on 5/18/2021 and reviewed with the Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation District Wetland Ecologist on 7/6/2021. The location of the wetland, the associated fifty (50)
foot buffer are depicted on sheet MP-002 – EXISTING CONDITIONS PLAN. Impacts to the wetland and buffer are associated with the removal of an existing gravel road and slope impacts, both restored with topsoil,
seed, and mulch.
Rare threatened and endangered species. The area is listed as being within a 1-mile radius from an
endangered species of bats. The applicant will continue to work with the Vermont Department of Fish &
Wildlife to understand specific requirements resulting from this through the Act 250 process. In addition,
two occurrences of rare, threatened, and endangered (RTE) plants were observed but were located outside
of the project limits. A report summarizing the findings of the RTE species study has been provided as an
attachment.
Any designated Conservation Area or other open space areas.
No designated Conservation Area or other open spaces are proposed for public dedication.
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Any land area to be set aside for renewable energy production.
The Northeast portion of the site is set aside for a geothermal well field to provide renewable heating and cooling for the assembly facility as shown on sheet MP-003 - CAMPUS SITE PLAN. The western portion of
the parking lot has been set aside for additional solar generation as shown on sheet L-002 – CAMPUS PLAN.
The proposed street and block grid within and connecting each phase of development, including the
location of major streets by Street Type, and any existing rights-of-way, easements or intersections identified for relocation.
Valley Road will remain open to support only the existing commercial building until such time that building
is removed, and the RED phase is constructed. At that time, Valley Road will be removed and the primary
access to the site will be from Da Vinci Drive via Williston Road. See sheet MP-002 - EXISTING CONDITIONS
PLAN for existing location of Valley Road. The remaining phases of development will also be connected via
Da Vinci Drive. See sheet L-003 – PROJECT LIMIT PLAN for the proposed street layout including connectivity
between each phase of development.
Proposed recreation paths, transit routes, infrastructure, and utility corridors between and serving each
phase of development.
A proposed recreation path begins at Williston Road and extends beyond the Assembly Facility. A bus stop
and shelter are proposed along Williston Road. The campus and future phases are connected via a system
of sidewalks and bike lanes. Each use proposed under the master plan proposal can be serviced by nearby
existing public utilities located along Valley Drive, Williston Road, and Eagle Drive.
One or more designated Development Areas, to include land use allocation areas by proposed use
type(s), at minimum to include any designated residential areas, nonresidential areas, mixed use areas,
civic space areas, and the location of principal or shared parking areas serving the development.
See sheet L-003 – PROJECT LIMIT PLAN for location of designated development areas by proposed use
types and the location of shared parking areas serving the development.
Any proposed transition areas along the project perimeter, in which proposed development will either be
integrated with or buffered from adjoining properties and development.
There will be no cross-lot connections proposed as part of this master plan. Neighboring properties will be
buffered via proposed and existing landscaping.
Existing buildings to be incorporated in proposed development or redevelopment.
No existing building to remain within the master plan area at completion of the master plan.
Public and private transportation, infrastructure, and utility improvements necessary to accommodate
each phase of development, and the entire project at buildout, to include any land, facilities, or
improvements proposed for public dedication, consistent with the City’s adopted Official Map.
As indicated by the traffic impact study, a left turn lane on Williston Road was required for the first phase of
development. BETA will work with VTrans to assess the appropriate time to install a traffic signal by
assessing signal warrants at each phase of development. Green Mountain Power (GMP) can service a
substantial portion of the proposed development with their existing infrastructure and based on the loads
from future development, the applicant will consult with GMP to determine the need for a substation.
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SECTION V
15.B.04(F) – SUMMARY STATISTICS
As outlined in LDR Section 15.B.04(F), the Summary Statistics section shall address the following items:
• Total tract or parcel area, and the area associated with each phase of development, in acres and
square feet; for protection under Article 12, and by resource type (Hazard, Level I, Level II); and the
area, in acres, of any designated Conservation Area(s) or lots, as shown on the Master Plan;
• Total area, in acres, included in existing and planned street rights-of-way; the number and length in
feet of proposed streets by Street Type, and the number of street intersections, as shown on the
Master Plan.
• Total number of existing and planned blocks; and the block perimeter and average block length for each block, in feet, as shown on the Master Plan.
• Total Buildable Area, in acres and square feet, as allocated by land use or building type, within each
designated Development Area and block shown on the Master Plan, to exclude existing and
planned street rights-of-way, but to include existing and proposed civic space lots and parking lots.
• Number of proposed dwelling units by housing or building type within each designated
Development Area and block shown on the Master Plan;
• Total gross floor area by use or building type for nonresidential and mixed-use development within
each designated Development Area and block shown on the Master Plan; and
• Other statistics or data required by the DRB as necessary to determine conformance with relevant
standards under these Regulations.
Total tract or parcel area, and the area associated with each phase of development, in acres and square
feet; for protection under Article 12, and by resource type (Hazard, Level I, Level II); and the area, in
acres, of any designated Conservation Area(s) or lots, as shown on the Master Plan.
The master plan area is a total of 40.43 acres (1,761,131 sf). The area associated with each phase of
development can be found in Table 1 below. Within the blue development, 0.59 acres of Class II wetland
buffer exists with 932 sf of buffer Impacts anticipated to construct Da Vinci Drive. Class II wetland buffers
are a natural resource classified as a "hazard" in the LDR's, thus, no permanent impacts are proposed within
this area as part of the master plan. There are no designated Conservations Area(s) or lots shown on the
master plan.
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Designated
Development
Area
Planned
Building(s)
Class II
Wetland
Buffer (acre)
IC District
Development
Area (sf)
IC District
Development
Area (acre)
AIR-I
Development
Area (sf)
AIR-I
Development
Area (acre)
Green Childcare
Facility 0 47,836 1.10 0 0
Red Commercial
Building 0 112,251 2.58 0 0
Blue/Orange Assembly
Facility 0.59 341,510 7.84 1,156,954 26.56
Purple Cultural Center 0 0 0 102,500 2.35
TOTAL 0.59 501,597 11.52 1,259,454 28.91
Table 1 - Development Area Summary
Total area, in acres, included in existing and planned street rights-of-way; the number and length in feet
of proposed streets by Street Type, and the number of street intersections, as shown on the Master Plan.
There are no existing or planned street rights-of-way within the master plan. There is one proposed private
street thru the campus (Da Vinci Drive), and it is an Industrial Access Road approximately 2,350 feet long
Intersecting with Williston Road and Eagle Drive.
Total number of existing and planned blocks; and the block perimeter and average block length for each
block, in feet, as shown on the Master Plan.
N/A; no blocks planned within this development.
Total Buildable Area, in acres and square feet, as allocated by land use or building type, within each
designated Development Area and block shown on the Master Plan, to exclude existing and planned
street rights-of-way, but to include existing and proposed civic space lots and parking lots.
Buildable Area Summary
Zoning District
Building Coverage
Proposed (%)
Max Building
Coverage (%)
Lot
Coverage Proposed
(%)
Max Lot Coverage
(%)
IC 5% 40% 48% 70%
AIR-I 22% 30% 47% 50%
Table 2 - Buildable Area Summary
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IC District Buildable Areas
Designated
Development
Area
Planned
Building(s)
Phase Area
(acre)
Building
Coverage
(sf)
Building
Area (ac)
Lot
Coverage
(sf)
Lot
Coverage
(ac)
Green Childcare
Facility 1.10 7,500 0.17 20,000 0.46
Red Commercial
Building 2.58 17,000 0.39 42,000 0.96
Blue/Orange Assembly
Facility 7.84 0 0.00 180,000 4.13
Purple Cultural Center 0 0 0.00 0 0.00
TOTAL 11.52 24,500 0.56 242,000 5.56
Table 3 - Industrial Commercial District Buildable Area allocation
AIR-I Buildable Areas
Designated
Development
Area
Planned
Building(s)
Phase Area
(acre)
Building
Area (sf)
Building
Area (ac)
Lot
Coverage
(sf)
Lot
Coverage
(ac)
Green Childcare
Facility 0 0 0.00 0 0.00
Red Commercial
Building 0 0 0.00 0 0.00
Blue/Orange Assembly Facility 26.56 255,000 5.85 554,000 12.72
Purple Cultural Center 2.35 25,000 0.57 43,000 0.99
TOTAL 28.91 280,000 6.43 597,000 13.71
Table 4 - Airport Industrial District Buildable Area allocation
Number of proposed dwelling units by housing or building type within each designated Development
Area and block shown on the Master Plan.
N/A; no dwelling units proposed.
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Total gross floor area by use or building type for nonresidential and mixed-use development within each
designated Development Area and block shown on the Master Plan.
Gross Floor Area
Designated
Development
Area
Planned
Building(s)
Building Area
(gsf)
Green Childcare Facility 20,000
Red Commercial Building 45,000
Blue/Orange Assembly Facility 355,000
Purple Cultural Center 100,000
Table 5 - Gross Floor Area Summary
Other statistics or data required by the DRB as necessary to determine conformance with relevant
standards under these Regulations.
Applicant to provide additional statistics as required and requested by the DRB.
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SECTION VI
15.B.04(G) – BUILDOUT ANALYSIS AND BUDGET
As outlined in LDR Section 15.B.04(G), the Buildout Analysis and Budget section shall address the following
items:
• Minimum and maximum acreage allocations by land use or building type, as percentages of the
Buildable Area within designated Development Areas;
• Gross and net (or effective) development densities by land use or building type;
• Minimum number or percentage of affordable housing units required within residential and mixed-use development areas, as applicable pursuant to Article 18;
• Minimum percentage, and area in square feet, of required civic space(s) within designated
Development Areas;
• Maximum peak hour trip generation rates, by use type;
• Maximum water supply and wastewater system demand, by use type;
• Maximum total impervious surface (percentage, total square footage), and volume of stormwater runoff per designated Development Area; and
• Other measures or parameters required by the DRB as necessary to identify and limit the
forecasted impacts of development on municipal facilities, infrastructure and services, and properties and uses within the vicinity of the project.
Minimum and maximum acreage allocations by land use or building type, as percentages of the Buildable
Area within designated Development Areas.
Buildable Area Summary
Zoning
District
Project
Area
(acre)
Hazard
Area
(acre)
Easement/R
OW Area
(acre)
Buildable Area
(acre)
IC 11.52 0 0.45 11.07
AIR-I 28.91 0.59 0.44 27.89
Table 6 - Buildable Area Summary
Gross and net (or effective) development densities by land use or building type.
N/A; no residential development proposed.
Minimum number or percentage of affordable housing units required within residential and mixed-use
development areas, as applicable pursuant to Article 18.
N/A; no residential development proposed.
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Minimum percentage, and area in square feet, of required civic space(s) within designated Development
Areas.
Required civic spaces will be provided at each phase of development in the vicinity of the building It
supports in accordance with the table below.
Site Amenity Area Requirements
Designated
Development
Area
Planned
Building(s)
Building Area
(gsf)
Minimum
Percentage
Required
Site Amenity Area
(sf)
Green Childcare Facility 20,000
6%
1,200
Red Commercial Building 45,000 2,700
Blue/Orange Assembly Facility 344,000 20,640
Purple Cultural Center 100,000 6,000
TOTAL 30,540
Table 7 - Site Amenity Area Requirements
Maximum peak hour trip generation rates, by use type.
A maximum of 539 peak hour trips to account for 5% increase in calculated trips (513) to allow minor future
modifications to the development program without requiring master plan amendment. See attachment 001
– TRAFFIC IMPACT STUDY for additional information.
Maximum water supply and wastewater system demand, by use type.
Calculation for future water supply and wastewater system demand has been reviewed by City staff. See
attachment 002 – WASTERWATER-WATER ALLOCATIONS for additional information. These allocations are
expected to be the maximum throughout the duration. During the first (Blue) phase, three existing
buildings are slated to be removed and during the red phase, an existing building will be removed and
replaced with a building expected to have similar water supply and wastewater system demand.
Maximum total impervious surface (percentage, total square footage), and volume of stormwater runoff per designated Development Area.
Per Section 13.05 of the LDR's, the project will treat the water quality volume from all redeveloped and new
impervious on-site and detain the 1-year 24-hour storm event. While it is preferred to infiltrate stormwater
runoff, the geotechnical analysis indicated poorly draining soils within the proposed master plan area. Each
site will utilize practices that recharge ground water to the maximum extent feasible but will rely on
filtering practices to provide treatment and detention for the 1-year storm including bio-retention basins,
sand filters and gravel wetlands. Further geotechnical investigations will occur during future phases of
development to further assess the feasibility of infiltration basins and trenches.
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Designated
Development
Area
Planned
Building(s)
Development
Area (ac)
Lot Coverage
(ac)
Imperviousness
(%)
Water Quality
Volume
(ac-ft)
Green Childcare
Facility 1.10 0.46 42% 0.039
Red Commercial
Building 2.58 0.96 37% 0.083
Blue/Orange Assembly
Facility 34.40 16.85 49% 1.407
Purple Cultural
Center 2.35 0.99 42% 0.084
TOTAL 40.43 19.26 48% 1.61
Table 8 - Impervious Surface and Volume of Stormwater Runoff
Other measures or parameters required by the DRB as necessary to identify and limit the forecasted
impacts of development on municipal facilities, infrastructure and services, and properties and uses
within the vicinity of the project.
Applicant to provide additional measures or parameter as required and requested by the DRB.
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SECTION VII
15.B.04(H) – DESIGN STANDARDS
As outlined in LDR Section 15.B.04(H), the Design Standards section shall address the following items:
• Protections for natural resources defined and regulated under Article 12, consistent with the
standards and accepted mitigation measures of Article 12.
• The mix or allocation of land uses, as specified for each phase of development;
• Typical street cross-sections by Street Type, as referenced under Article 11.A;
• Typical Civic Space and other proposed open space types, as referenced under Article 11.B;
• Typical block and building lot dimensions and configurations, consistent with applicable subdivision
and zoning district regulations, or PUD type, and for designated transition areas as necessary to
complement or match the adjoining pattern of development;
• Typical building types, as applicable and referenced under Article 11.C, including proposed housing
types, and building elevations;
• Building height and setback standards as applicable by zoning district, PUD or building type; and for designated transition areas, as necessary to complement or match the adjoining pattern and form
of development;
• Parking standards and specifications for off-site, on-street, and on-site parking, including any charging stations needed to serve proposed development, consistent with City parking standards
under Section 13.01, Article 14, and by Street Type;
• Setbacks, buffering, screening, or other mitigation measures necessary to separate incompatible
land uses, particularly within designated transition areas;
• Overall lighting plan, including typical fixtures, consistent with relevant lighting requirements under
Section 13.07 and Appendix D;
• Landscaping and screening specifications, consistent with relevant landscaping standards under
Section 13.04;
• Specifications for the siting and design of new buildings, and the retrofit of existing buildings, as necessary to meet applicable energy standards under Section 3.18, and to incorporate renewable
energy installations; and
• Any additional architectural or design guidance for each type or phase of development, and for
proposed transition areas, that is intended to integrate existing and new forms of development,
and to ensure coordinated and cohesive phased development
Protections for natural resources defined and regulated under Article 12, consistent with the standards
and accepted mitigation measures of Article 12.
Class II wetlands exist along the proposed Da Vinci Drive. These wetlands were delineated by a wetland
specialist on 5/18/2021 and reviewed with the Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation District Wetland Ecologist on 7/6/2021. Impacts to the wetland and buffer are associated with the removal
of an existing gravel road and slope impacts, both restored with topsoil, seed, and mulch. During
construction, the wetland and wetland buffer will be protected from sediment and erosion via woven wire
silt fence and snow fence. A General Wetlands permit (16451-C-4061-22.0) has been issued for the
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development to allow for temporary wetland Impacts to the wetland buffer to construct Da Vinci Drive and
make utility connections.
The mix or allocation of land uses, as specified for each phase of development.
See sheet L-003 – PROJECT LIMIT PLAN for each phase of development.
Designated
Development
Area
Planned
Building(s)
Green Childcare Facility
Red Commercial Building
Blue/Orange Assembly Facility
Purple Cultural Center
Table 8 - Land Use Table
Typical street cross-sections by Street Type, as referenced under Article 11.A.
The proposed Da Vinci Drive is an Industrial Access Road per Section 11.A. There are two 10' travel lanes
and a 4' shoulder for bike lanes for a total pavement width of 28'. A 5' sidewalk runs along the entire length
of Da Vinci Drive.
Figure 5 - Da Vinci Drive Typical Street Section
Typical Civic Space and other proposed open space types, as referenced under Article 11.B.
Site Amenities within the project area to include plazas, pocket parks, pocket plazas, playgrounds, outdoor
café/restaurant seating, sun terrace, interior park/atrium, courtyard, rain garden, snippet/parklet,
pedestrian pass, storefront open space, enhanced or recreational wetlands/stormwater treatment area and
wooded area. Outdoor gardens are not allowed near the airport due to the potential to attract wildlife
unless it receives approval from the USDA. See sheet L-001 CAMPUS PLAN for approximate site amenity locations. Further Information for DRB review and consideration will be provided during site plan review for
each phase.
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Figure 6: GA Hangar Site Amenity
Consistent with the previous MP approval, Applicant requests:
• the sculpture lawn and entry plaza be excluded from permanently maintained open spaces
• the recreation path alignment may vary slightly from that shown with the relationship to other
features be maintained
Typical block and building lot dimensions and configurations, consistent with applicable subdivision and zoning district regulations, or PUD type, and for designated transition areas as necessary to complement
or match the adjoining pattern of development.
See sheet MP-003 - CAMPUS SITE PLAN for typical block and building lot dimensions and configurations.
Typical building types, as applicable and referenced under Article 11.C, including proposed housing types, and building elevations.
The noted article describes residential building standards, not commercial building standards.
Figure 7: S40 Manufacturing Facility Site Amenities
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Building height and setback standards as applicable by zoning district, PUD or building type; and for
designated transition areas, as necessary to complement or match the adjoining pattern and form of
development.
The building height waiver request as described on Page 7 of 31, will be applied to the campus such that
there will be a maximum height difference between buildings of no more than one floor which will
reinforce and strengthen the campus topology as well as allowing the buildings to respond to their
programmatic needs.
Building Height and Setbacks
Zoning
District
Maximum
Bldg. Height,
Flat (ft)
Proposed
Maximum
Bldg. Height,
Flat (Ft)
Maximum
Bldg. Height,
Pitched (ft)
Front
Setback*
(ft)
Side
Setback
(ft)
Rear
Setback
(ft)
IC 35 40 40 30 10 30
AIR-I 35 40 40 50 35 50
* Additional setback distance is required to account for 90' planned street Right-of-way on
Williston Road.
Table 9 - Zoning District Dimensional Standard Summary
Parking standards and specifications for off-site, on-street, and on-site parking, including any charging stations needed to serve proposed development, consistent with City parking standards under Section
13.01, Article 14, and by Street Type.
Parking. Parking for each of the proposed buildings will be as outlined below:
Cultural Center. Cultural center parking will be adjacent to the proposed building, accessed from Eagle
drive and the Da Vinci Drive.
Commercial, Childcare, and Assembly Buildings. Parking for the commercial building, childcare building,
and assembly facility, will be shared amongst each use.
Parking Demand. The number of parking spaces required for each phase of development will be
determined based on building use through a combination of the ITE Parking Generation manual and an
independent analysis that assesses the effect of vehicle reduction strategies such as staggered shifts,
carpooling, bicycle commuting, walking, transit use and telecommuting.
Electric Vehicle Charging. BETA’s electric vehicle (EV) charging goal is to have a 10% of total parking spaces
with EV charging dispensers and at minimum meet the requirements for EV charging specified in the
Vermont Commercial Building Energy Code Standards (CBES). For this type of development, the CBES
requires 3% of total parking spaces to have electrical vehicle charging and 3% to be pre-wired allowing for
future EV supply equipment installation. BETA has far exceeded this standard for the two projects currently
zoned for construction, providing approximately 10% of parking spaces with EV charging dispensers.
Setbacks, buffering, screening, or other mitigation measures necessary to separate incompatible land uses, particularly within designated transition areas.
N/A; the development neighbors compatible industrial commercial land uses.
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Overall lighting plan, including typical fixtures, consistent with relevant lighting requirements under
Section 13.07 and Appendix D.
Designed with BETA’s values in mind, the site and landscape lighting design focus on energy efficiency,
safety, and creating an inviting environment. At the building façades, egress man-doors to be provided with
exterior wall mounted full cut-off luminaires with emergency power for egress lighting. Throughout the
site, various levels of luminaires will be utilized to illuminate areas and pathways.
• Site Area luminaires mounted to 25’ poles will be provided for parking lot and drive aisles.
• Pedestrian Area luminaires to be mounted to 15’ poles illuminate pedestrian sidewalks.
• Pedestrian Pathways luminaires to be bollard-type mounted along pedestrian pathways.
Luminaires are located and aimed to direct lighting towards the site and away from adjacent properties.
Luminaire types are all full cut-off to minimize spill lighting and glare. Exterior lighting shall be controlled via
photocell for dusk-to-dawn operation. Timeclock control will reduce light output in non-essential lighting
zones. All fixtures to be Design Lights Consortium (DLC), energy star or equivalent rated.
Lighting will be minimized within the parking lot area but used as a site feature around the buildings including:
• Recessed architectural lighting at canopies
• Architectural accent lighting is provided to emphasize the architectural façade elements at night
• Recessed downlighting is also provided to illuminate vertical wood slats
• Around the main entries, bench lighting will be incorporated
For emergency situations, the system shall be able to override all exterior lighting to “on.”
To ensure consistency, light fixtures, light poles and light pole bases have been standardized per the
attachment “LIGHTING CUT SHEETS” and will maintain conformance with the standards set by the
LDR’s. Plans showing the location of light fixtures and the lighting levels will be submitted during site plan
review for each development.
Conformance with LDR’s:
• Maximum fixture height is thirty (30) feet with the exception for Federal Aviation Administration
(FAA) required lighting.
• Full cut-off lights fixtures proposed.
• Illumination levels at ground level to be less than a three (3) footcandles average. To safely conduct
nighttime activities, occupancy sensors will be installed to temporarily increase lighting levels
during those activities.
• Indirect glare produced by illumination at ground level to not exceed 0.3-footcandles maximum,
and 0.1-footcandle average.
Landscaping and screening specifications, consistent with relevant landscaping standards under Section 13.04.
The Beta campus strives to locate functional spaces, designed to meet the requirements of the technology
in production, practically and efficiently within a larger humane and biophilic campus environment that
emphasizes routine exposure to the natural world. Architecture orients towards views of the Vermont
landscape and orchestrates flows of natural light and air as well as human collaboration and camaraderie. Sites are accessible, resource-conscious, and densely-planted with predominantly native species, allowed to
grow naturally – a campus within a microcosm of the Vermont forest/field landscape.”
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Projects within the master plan area meet the requirements of the LDR's, Section 13.04 Landscaping,
Screening, and Street Trees, including but not limited to:
• Over 10% of the interior of the parking lot will have landscaped islands planted with trees.
• Interior and perimeter plantings will be protected by curbing.
• Trees to be provided within or near the permitter of the parking area with at least one (1) tree for every five (5) parking spaces.
• Snow storage areas will avoid stormwater treatment practices and be reviewed by maintenance
staff to confirm location and size is sufficient. These locations will be defined and reviewed during
the site plan application process for each development.
• Landscaping Budget – each project will submit an individual landscaping estimate for each phase of
development to include cost of trees; shrubs; decorative grasses; amount spent on landscaping
over the landscaping budget from previous projects within the master plan area; decorative
hardscape elements above the cost of concrete; and public art. At each phase of development, an
overall landscaping budget tracking spreadsheet for the master plan area will be provided.
Specifications for the siting and design of new buildings, and the retrofit of existing buildings, as
necessary to meet applicable energy standards under Section 3.18, and to incorporate renewable energy installations.
In keeping with the City’s Comprehensive Plan and BETA’s values, sustainable design strategies have been
applied across the campus master plan. Projects within the master plan will, at a minimum, meet the
commercial building energy standards (CBES) including Appendix CA – Solar-ready Zone - Commercial. These measures include, but are not limited to:
• Orientating buildings between 110 degrees and 270 degrees of true north
• Buildings to have low-slope roofs
• Structural design to support additional roof loads
• Provide pathways for routing conduit or piping from solar-ready zone
• Space will be allocated on the main electrical service panel
• Large trees will be positioned so as if to not block sunlight
Energy Goals. Proposed buildings will be designed to minimize their respective footprints and impact on the
environment by utilizing high-performance building envelopes, geothermal systems, rainwater harvesting
and stormwater treatment strategies, and solar PV arrays enabling the buildings to operate with no fossil
fuels and limited impacts. Additionally, power needed to operate the facilities beyond that generated by
the solar PV will be provided by GMP, whose power is generated through 100% renewable sources.
Holistic Sustainability. Beyond its energy goals, BETA is exploring holistic sustainability criteria, including
low-impact development (LID) strategies for land management (reduced stormwater runoff and heat island
reduction), reduction of potable water through efficient fixtures, materials that promote reduced life cycle
impacts, locally sourced goods, and services, and along with optimizing indoor air quality.
Other Goals. This project includes additional measures, which link to sustainability targets, including long-
term climate change adaptability and the use of evidence-based design approaches to promote mental and
physical wellbeing for staff and visitors. These include but are not limited to outdoor places of respite,
designing for physical activity, and access to daylight and natural views.
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Any additional architectural or design guidance for each type or phase of development, and for proposed
transition areas, that is intended to integrate existing and new forms of development, and to ensure
coordinated and cohesive phased development.
Development Context and Form. The Beta Technologies master plan at BTV proposes a total of four
buildings to be built over several phases and be sited within a sensitively designed landscape plan. The new
buildings throughout the campus will be unified through the use a common material palette (to be
supplemented based on building program, type, and use) and geometries, a focus on high-performance sustainable design, and a commitment to enhancing the human and pedestrian scale, accessibility and
beauty of the existing airport, Da Vinci Drive, and Williston Road context. The new buildings will be designed to create a holistic campus yet retain the ability to have each building reflect its independent
function and use while being part of a greater whole.
To the north, the proposed General Aviation Training Center and Manufacturing Plant buildings are sited along the new Da Vinci Drive and with access to the airport aprons and runways. Each of these buildings
will be constructed in multiple phases, and all phases will utilize, but not be limited to, similar rectangular
geometries and proportions along with a consistent, appropriate exterior palette of white insulated metal
panel walls, black aluminum curtainwall, and translucent polycarbonate panels at airside hangar doors.
Both buildings also incorporate photovoltaic panels at their rooftops and, at the General Aviation building,
on portions of the elevation, making the sustainable design features of the buildings visible from aircraft
arriving and departing from BTV, and from Da Vinci drive. Both buildings include focal elements that
highlight their entrances, including increased area of fenestration, canopies, and landscaped open spaces
including plantings and hardscaping.
At the south edge of the master plan site, along Williston Road, the commercial buildings are well
separated from the manufacturing building and the general aviation buildings. As such, these buildings’
scale, materials, and landscaping will reinforce the pedestrian scale and improved streetscape along
Williston Road. As with the buildings to the north, the two commercial buildings will share an exterior
palette appropriate to their highly visible frontage, high performance sustainable design, plan proportions,
and sensitive landscaping. Natural materials at the landscape will nestle the buildings into their street front
site, while trees between Williston Road and both new buildings will soften the street edge and enhance
the pedestrian routes along Williston and adjacent to the buildings. As with the other buildings on the site,
the commercial buildings will include focal elements that highlight their entrances, including increased area
of fenestration, canopies, and landscaped open spaces including plantings and hardscaping. As this is a new
a campus and that the existing buildings will be demolished during buildout, the form of development will
be consistent within the established master plan.
Between the two northern buildings and the southern commercial buildings, a landscaped parking area will
further unify the entire campus. It does this through a new winding road that links all buildings while setting
up picturesque views. The new road follows a winding route in harmony with the existing topography, and
which allows the views within the site to unfold gradually and naturally. The curving forms of the new
roadways and parking areas are sensitively landscaped, and they frame a central area that will be the site
for a future ground-mounted solar array garden at the heart of the unifying campus landscape.
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SECTION VIII
15.B.04(I) – PHASING PLAN
As outlined in LDR Section 15.B.04(G), the Phasing Plan section shall address the following items:
• A narrative or table and map that clearly identify, describe, and depict each phase of development,
including properties included, designated development areas by use type, major streets, supporting
infrastructure and facility improvements, civic spaces, and other public amenities to be provided
prior to or in association with each phase;
• A schedule for the timing and sequence of development over the period covered by the Master
Plan, consistent with the City’s adopted Capital Improvement Program and Official Map;
• Each proposed phase of development should account for at least 20 percent of the total project area or expected buildout in units/square feet; incorporate one or more distinct areas identified for
coordinated development and management; and the infrastructure and facilities necessary to
support that phase of development;
• Any temporary or interim structures or uses (e.g., buildings, parking, construction, or staging areas)
intended for conversion or redevelopment in a subsequent phase should also be identified in the
phasing plan.
A narrative or table and map that clearly identify, describe and depict each phase of development,
including properties included, designated development areas by use type, major streets, supporting
infrastructure and facility improvements, civic spaces, and other public amenities to be provided prior to
or in association with each phase.
Buildout of the campus master plan will happen over multiple phases in the coming years, with more than
one project running concurrent with another.
BETA is currently underway on construction of the Assembly Facility (blue phase) and the General Aviation
Hangar (purple phase). BETA will be submitting a Preliminary/Final Plat application for proposed campus
parking in parallel with this master plan application.
Development phases are noted as colors to allow build-out of development to align with business needs
and market dynamics.
Projects within the master plan area to include:
• BLUE Phase. Construction of an assembly facility, apron, geothermal field, parking lot, left turn lane
and access road. The BLUE phase, as previously reviewed, has been separated into a BLUE and
ORANGE phase to reflect the assembly facility will being constructed in two phases. A zoning and
building permit have been issued for this phase, with construction underway and expected to be
completed late fall 2023.
• ORANGE Phase. DRB has issued the Findings of Fact and Decision (FF&D) for this phase of work
which is anticipated to proceed in 2024.
• RED Phase. Construction of a new mixed-use office/retail building along Williston Road (to replace
the existing 3060 Valley Drive building), expanded parking and new solar farm.
• GREEN Phase. Construction of a new childcare facility to support BETA employees and their
families.
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• PURPLE (LIGHT and DARK) Phase. Construction of a new general aviation hangar is currently
underway and anticipated to be complete in mid 2023. This hangar will be expanded in the future
to include a cultural center, flight training facilities, simulators, aviation inspired cafe, and other
spaces to promote the wonder of aviation.
Figure 8: S40 Campus Phasing Plan
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A schedule for the timing and sequence of development over the period covered by the Master Plan,
consistent with the City’s adopted Capital Improvement Program (CIP) and Official Map.
Timing and Sequence of Development. The schedule below identifies the anticipated timing of
development across the phases with the BLUE phase establishing the majority of the infrastructure
required for the follow-on phases.
Capital Improvement Plan and Official Map Alignment. After reviewing the City of South Burlington Capital
Improvement Projects FY23-32, as adopted by the City Council, and the Official Map (effective October 25, 2021), BETA believes that the proposed timing and sequence of development is consistent with both
documents. Water-wastewater and roadway-street impacts are discussed below.
Water-Wastewater Capital Improvements. During the previous master plan review, City Staff and the
Champlain Water District reviewed and approved the wastewater and water allocations suggesting no
capital Improvements are required as part of this development.
Roadway-Street Capital Improvements. The traffic impact study suggests only localized improvements
to the public roadway at the entrance to the site, including a left turn lane and a signal. Additional
improvements include a new bus shelter, bike lanes, sidewalk, utility relocation and street trees. Note
improvements due not require CIP funding.
These improvements are consistent with the City's comprehensive plan and official map that seek to
"implement a series of recommended improvements to US 2 (Williston Road) throughout the City of South
Burlington, including capacity, access management, safety, transit service, intersection improvements,
turning lanes, streetscape, pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure and signalization adjustments."
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Each proposed phase of development should account for at least 20 percent of the total project area or
expected buildout in units/square feet; incorporate one or more distinct areas identified for coordinated
development and management; and the infrastructure and facilities necessary to support that phase of
development.
In accordance with section 15.B.04(I)(2) of the LDR’s, each phase is required to be twenty percent (20%) of
the total project area. The support infrastructure and largest building within the project area is built during
the blue phase. For this reason, the subsequent phases do not account for 20% of the total project area. However, the intent of the rule is still met as the subsequent phases of development are relatively equal in
size and scale and will have the majority of the infrastructure in place to support them.
Any temporary or interim structures or uses (e.g., buildings, parking, construction, or staging areas)
intended for conversion or redevelopment in a subsequent phase should also be identified in the phasing
plan.
The existing commercial building at 3070 Williston Road, will continue to be operational until the red phase
is completed. The existing landscape business, commercial garage and small warehouse will be used as field
offices during construction of the blue phase until construction sequencing requires the structures to be
demolished to accommodate the remaining work of that phase.
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SECTION IX
15.B.04(J) – MANAGEMENT PLAN
As outlined in LDR Section 15.B.04(J), the Management Plan section shall address the following items:
• A narrative description of the proposed management structure responsible for project
development, to include all principals or entities with direct control over and responsibility for the
financing, permitting, construction, and completion of development under the Master Plan; and,
following project completion, for long-term ownership, management, operation, and maintenance
of capital and community assets.
• The management plan must also clearly identify any streets, infrastructure, facilities, civic or other
open spaces proposed for public dedication under each phase of development, consistent with the
City’s adopted Official Map and Capital Improvement Plan, for consideration under subsequent DRB
review and conditions of approval or under development agreements to be approved by the City
Council.
A narrative description of the proposed management structure responsible for project development, to
include all principals or entities with direct control over and responsibility for the financing, permitting, construction, and completion of development under the Master Plan; and, following project completion,
for long-term ownership, management, operation, and maintenance of capital and community assets.
Project Development Structure. For development of the initial phase of the master plan, BETA is acting as
the development manager on behalf of both BETA and the City of Burlington/Burlington International
Airport (BTV/BIA) and is responsible for directing all project related activities including financing,
permitting, and construction of the assembly facility, general aviation hangar, and associated site
infrastructure.
Development management responsibilities for the balance of the master plan will be determined based on
the specific ownership structure of that parcel/project.
Ownership & Operational Management of Community Assets.
Capital Assets. Ownership of capital assets is divided or allocated between BTV-BIA and BETA with BTV-
BIA retaining infrastructure elements such as the private drive and site improvements that support the development master plan, and BETA retaining the buildings.
Management, operation, and maintenance responsibilities for these elements follow the ownership
structure.
Community Assets. As described in Section 15.B.04(E) – DEVELOPMENT PLAN above, no community assets are proposed for public dedication which would then require a management plan.
The management plan must also clearly identify any streets, infrastructure, facilities, civic or other open
spaces proposed for public dedication under each phase of development, consistent with the City’s
adopted Official Map and Capital Improvement Plan, for consideration under subsequent DRB review
and conditions of approval or under development agreements to be approved by the City Council.
No streets, infrastructure, facilities, civic or other open spaces are proposed for public dedication.
APPENDIX A
ISSUED PERMIT SUMMARY
Regulating Body Permit Name Issued Permit #
State of Vermont, Agency of Natural Rescources,
Department of Environmental Conservation (ANR DEC)Stormwater Operational 3028-9050.2
State of Vermont, Agency of Natural Rescources, Department of Environmental Conservation (ANR DEC)Stormwater Construction 3028-INDC.15
State of Vermont, Agency of Natural Rescources,
Department of Environmental Conservation (ANR DEC)
Wastewater System and Potable
Water Supply WW-4-5729
State of Vermont, Agency of Natural Rescources, Department of Environmental Conservation (ANR DEC)
Authorization to Construct
Subject to the General Water
Main Construction Permit
C-4030-22.0
State of Vermont, Agency of Natural Rescources, Department of Environmental Conservation (ANR DEC)Wetlands 2021-523
City of South Burlington Decision and Findings of Fact SD-21-28
City of South Burlington Zoning Permit ZP-22-163
State of Vermont, Agency of Transportation (Vtrans)Section 1111 #44971 and #45029
State of Vermont, Natural Resources Board (NRB)Act 250 4C0331-14H
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)7460-1 Notice of Proposed
Construction or Alteration
2021-ANE-1423-NRA thru 2021-
ANE-1440-NRA
Regulating Body Permit Name Issued Permit #
State of Vermont, Agency of Natural Rescources,
Department of Environmental Conservation (ANR DEC)Stormwater Operational 3028-9050.3
State of Vermont, Agency of Natural Rescources,
Department of Environmental Conservation (ANR DEC)Stormwater Construction 3028-INDC.16
State of Vermont, Agency of Natural Rescources,
Department of Environmental Conservation (ANR DEC)
Wastewater System and Potable
Water Supply WW-4-5776
State of Vermont, Agency of Natural Rescources,
Department of Environmental Conservation (ANR DEC)
Authorization to Construct
Subject to the General Water Main Construction Permit C-4061-22.0
State of Vermont, Agency of Natural Rescources,
Department of Environmental Conservation (ANR DEC)Wetlands 2021-523.01
City of South Burlington Decision and Findings of Fact SP-22-024
City of South Burlington Zoning Permit ZP-22-352
State of Vermont, Natural Resources Board (NRB)Act 250 4C0331-14I
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)7460-1 Notice of Proposed
Construction or Alteration
2021-ANE-117-NRA thru 2021-
ANE-120-NRA
BETA ASSEMBLY FACILITY
BETA GA HANGAR
Issued Permit Summary
January 12, 2023