HomeMy WebLinkAboutSP-97-0000 - Decision - 0430 Shelburne RoadFINDINGS OF FACT & DECISION
STATE OF VERMONT
COUNTY OF CHITTENDEN
CITY OF SOUTH BURLINGTON
Re: Findings of Fact, application of Jason Sherman to convert 1740
square feet of a 3240 square foot building from personal service to
retail use, 430 Shelburne Road.
On the 15th day of April, 1997, the South Burlington Planning
Commission approved the request of Jason Sherman for site plan
review under Section 26.10 of the South Burlington Zoning
Regulations based on the following findings:
1. This project consists of converting 1740 square feet of a 3240
square foot building from personal service to retail use. The
remaining portions of the building are occupied by 1500 square feet
of personal service use and one (1) residential unit on the second
floor. This property was last reviewed on 11/24/81. The ZBA on
3/24/97 tabled a request from the applicant for a conditional use
permit pending a decision by the Planning Commission.
2. This property located at 430 Shelburne Road lies within the C1
District. It is bounded on the north by White Place, on the east
by a residence, on the south by a motel, and on the west by
Shelburne Road.
3. Access/circulation: Access is provided by on one (1) curb cut
on Shelburne Road and two (2) curb cuts on White Place. No changes
proposed.
Circulation on the site is adequate.
4. Coverage/setbacks: Building coverage is 20.6% (maximum allowed
is 30%). Overall coverage is 48.2% (maximum allowed is 70%).
Front yard coverage along White Place will be reduced from 68.8% to
67.8% and along Shelburne Road from 76.0% to 72.1% (maximum allowed
is 30%). The "before" front yard coverages refer to the plan
approved on 11/24/81 which was not fully implemented.
5. The existing building does not meet front and side yard setback
requirements. This building is a noncomplying structure subject to
the limitations of Section 26.002 of the zoning regulations.
6. Parking: A total of 14 parking spaces are required and 13
spaces are provided including one (1) handicapped space and a bike
rack. The applicant is requesting a waiver for the one (1) space
shortfall.
7. The six (6) spaces along White Place were approved as part of
the 11/24/81 site plan approval. Three (3) spaces approved east of
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the driveway, but never constructed, will be added to the rear of
the building. Staff supported this change.
8. Landscaping: There is no minimum landscaping requirement,
based on building costs, for this project. Landscaping is adequate
and no additional landscaping recommended.
9. Traffic: No additional traffic is expected to be generated.
10. Sewer: No additional sewer allocation needed.
11. Lighting: All existing exterior lights consist of either
flood lights or lights which are neither downcasting nor shielded.
All existing exterior lights should be replaced with downcasting
shielded fixtures. Details of these lights should be approved by
the City Planner prior to permit issuance.
12. Dumpster: A screened dumpster storage area will be provided.
DECISION & CONDITIONS
Based on the above Findings of Fact, the South Burlington Planning
Commission approves the site plan application of Jason Sherman to
convert 1740 square feet of a 3240 square foot building from
personal service to retail use, 430 Shelburne Road, as depicted on
a plan entitled, "Site Plan Jason's Dry Cleaners 430 Shelburne Road
South Burlington Vermont," prepared by Civil Engineering
Associates, Inc., dated February, 1997, last revised 3/5/97, with
the following stipulations:
1. All previous approvals and stipulations which are not
superseded by this approval shall remain in effect.
2. For the purpose of calculating road impact fees under the South
Burlington Impact Fee Ordinance, the Planning Commission estimates
that the proposed accessory structure will generate zero (0)
additional vehicle trip ends during the P.M. peak hour.
3. All new exterior lighting shall consist of downcasting shielded
fixtures so as not to cast light beyond the property line. Any
change in lighting shall be approved by the City Planner prior to
installation. All existing exterior lights shall be replaced with
downcasting shielded fixtures. The proposed 75 watt Bullet
Lampmolders shall be pointed straight down so as not to cast glare
beyond the property line.
4. The Planning Commission grants a one space parking waiver.
5. This approval is specifically for a tile retail business. Any
change from this retail use to another retail use or non -retail use
shall require approval of the Planning Commission.
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6. The applicant shall obtain a zoning permit within six (6)
months pursuant to Section 27.302 of the zoning regulations or this
approval is null and void.
7. The applicant shall obtain a Certificate of
Occupancy/Compliance from the Administrative Officer prior to
establishing the new use.
8. Any changes to the site plan shall require approval by the
South Burlington Planning Commission.
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South Burlington Planning Commission
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