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Agenda - City Council - 10/19/2020
AGENDA SOUTH BURLINGTON CITY COUNCIL IMPORTANT: This will be a fully electronic meeting, consistent with recently-passed legislation. Presenters and members of the public are invited to participate either by interactive online meeting or by telephone. There will be no physical site at which to attend the meeting. Participation Options: Interactive Online Meeting (audio & video): https://www.gotomeet.me/SouthBurlingtonVT/city- council-meeting-10-19-2020 By Telephone (audio only): +1 (872) 240-3412 Access Code: 890-784-261 MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC WHO PARTICIPATE BY THE INTERACTIVE ONLINE MEETING TOOL ARE ASKED TO MUTE YOUR MICROPHONES WHEN NOT SPEAKING AND TURN OFF YOUR CAMERAS. IF YOU WISH TO SPEAK TO THE COUNCIL TURN YOUR CAMERA ON TO BE RECOGNIZED. Regular Session 6:30 P.M. Monday, October 19, 2020 1. Welcome (6:30 – 6:31 PM) 2.Agenda Review: Additions, deletions or changes in order of agenda items. (6:31 – 6:32 PM) 3.Comments and questions from the public not related to the agenda. (6:32 – 6:42 PM) 4.Announcements and City Manager’s Report. (6:42 – 6:52 PM) 5.Consent Agenda: (6:52 – 6:54 PM) a)*** Sign disbursementsb)*** Approve grant application for the Center for Tech and Civic Life COVID-19Response Grant 6.*** Presentation on South Burlington Municipal investments and improvements in energyefficiency, conservation and generation – Lou Bresee, Energy Manager (6:54 – 7:20 PM) 7.Council discussion regarding publication of a bi-weekly Municipal government e-newslettercalled the South Burlington Times. (7:20 – 7:30 PM) 8.***Interim Zoning application #IZ-20-02 of Eastern Development Corporation fordevelopment on an existing 8.66 acre lot developed with a single family home and 7,000 sfstorage building. The development consists of one 6.68 acre lot containing 36 dwelling units in three-family buildings, a 1.38 acre lot containing the existing single family home andstorage building, and a third lot containing proposed city streets, 600 Spear Street. (7:30 –7:45 PM) 9.*** Council review and discussion regarding the Burlington International Airport NoiseCompatibility Program Implementation Plan. (7:45 – 8:15 PM) 10.FY20 unaudited draft financials, July FY21 financials – Tom Hubbard (8:15 – 8:30 PM) 11.*** Review and possibly approve Budget Schedule for FY22 and preliminary Council FY ‘22budget discussion (8:30 – 9:00 PM) 12.Reports from Councilors on Committee assignments (9:00 – 9:10 PM) 13.Other business (9:10 – 9:15 PM) 14.Step III Grievance Hearing* - Public Works/City Hall AFSCME Local 1343 (*possibly held inexecutive session) 15. Adjourn Respectfully Submitted: Kevin Dorn Kevin Dorn, City Manager *** Attachments Included South Burlington Water Dept. Accounts Payable Check Register Date: 10/20/20 Date Check No. Paid To Memo Amount Paid 10/20/2020 4143 Champlain Water District 50,259.41 Date Voucher Number Reference Voucher Total Amount Paid9/30/2020 VI-15191 SBWD-366 50,259.41 50,259.41 10/20/2020 4144 Champlain Water District 127,522.54 Date Voucher Number Reference Voucher Total Amount Paid 9/30/2020 VI-15189 SBWD-359 71.75 71.75 9/30/2020 VI-15190 SEPTEMBER 127,450.79 127,450.79 10/20/2020 4145 E.J. Prescott, Inc.26.00 Date Voucher Number Reference Voucher Total Amount Paid 9/30/2020 VI-15198 5773404 26.00 26.00 10/20/2020 4146 Grainger 81.00 Date Voucher Number Reference Voucher Total Amount Paid9/24/2020 VI-15197 9663579762 81.00 81.00 10/20/2020 4147 Linda Gross 230.32 Date Voucher Number Reference Voucher Total Amount Paid 10/6/2020 VI-15199 REFUND 230.32 230.32 10/20/2020 4148 Integra Chemical Company 1,342.30 Date Voucher Number Reference Voucher Total Amount Paid 9/23/2020 VI-15193 0135521-IN 1,342.30 1,342.30 10/20/2020 4149 Office Essentials 2,033.76 Date Voucher Number Reference Voucher Total Amount Paid10/2/2020 VI-15192 37329 159.96 159.96 10/8/2020 VI-15200 37352 1,354.00 1,354.00 10/8/2020 VI-15201 37351 519.80 519.80 10/20/2020 4150 City Of South Burlington 410,125.60 Date Voucher Number Reference Voucher Total Amount Paid 9/30/2020 VI-15196 SEPTEMBER SEWER 410,125.60 410,125.60 10/20/2020 4151 City Of South Burlington 215,996.51 Date Voucher Number Reference Voucher Total Amount Paid9/30/2020 VI-15195 SEPTEMBER STORMWATER 215,996.51 215,996.51 10/20/2020 4152 Daniel Wildermuth 103.69 Date Voucher Number Reference Voucher Total Amount Paid 10/2/2020 VI-15194 REFUND 103.69 103.69 Printed: October 14, 2020 Page 1 of 2 South Burlington Water Dept. Accounts Payable Check Register Date: 10/20/20 Date Check No. Paid To Memo Amount Paid Total Amount Paid:807,721.13 SOUTH BURLINGTON CITY COUNCIL _____________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________ Printed: October 14, 2020 Page 2 of 2 City of South Burlington Energy Overview City Council October 19, 2020 1 Agenda •Where We Have Been •Data Collection •Lots of Detail •Concentrate on the Conclusions •Completed Projects •Where We Are •Where We Hope To Go 2 Data Collection •Cost Data From City Accounts –MONTHLY COSTS •Organized By Departments –Started July 2017 •Lacks Usage Data Because of Solar Rebates •47 Accounts •Cost and Usage Data From Actual Bills •93 GMP Bills per Month –Started March 2019 –GMP MONTHLY •16 Vermont Gas Bills per Month –Started January 2019 –VT GAS MONTHLY •9 Other Bills –gasoline, diesel, heating oil •Green House Gas Impact Chart – BTUs •From Actual Usage Bills •Energy Revolving Fund Financial Plan and Status 3 Recreation, $5,208 Pumping Stations, $108,341 Garage , $13,196 Fire Station #2, $18,750 Traffic Lights , $20,111 City Hall & Fire Sta. #1, $33,204 Police Dept. , $54,926 Bartlett Bay , $137,164 Street Lights , $141,234Airport Parkway , $197,585 Recreation, $1,329Police, $5,144Bartlett Bay , $5,545Garage , $12,323 City Hall, $14,230 Airport Parkway , $52,355 Ambulance, $4,647Stormwater, $5,855 Fire, $14,242 Public Works, $63,195 Police, $48,283 Sewer, $140,821 South Burlington FY20 Utility Energy Expense Electricity, $729,719 , 67% Natural Gas, $90,926 , 8% Vehicle Fuel, $277,042 , 25% Electricity is the largest energy cost. We can make electricity. $1.1 M Total 4 FY 20 Electricity Consumption -Kwh Total = 3,999,842 Kwh Equivalent to 152 Electric Clothes Dryers Running on Hot Continuously for a Year Airport Parkway WTP, 1,320,506 Bartlett Bay WTP, 998,687 Pump Stations, 509,037 Buildings, 660,781 Recreation, 35,164 Street Lights, 312,701 Traffic Lights, 162,888 5 Water Treatment Operations Other Data •Peak electricity usage was 5%higher than off peak usage but cost was 90% higher. $73,617.00 $45,846.83 $52,767.93 $10,018.55 Airport Parkway Electricity Major Power Costs Sept. 2019 thru Aug. 2020 On Peak KWH On Peak KW Off Peak KWH Off Peak KW 6 80 PEAK HOURS 88 OFF PEAK HOURS 6 am 10 pm Friday FY20 Natural Gas Consumption -ccf 1015 Airport Parkway- Thermophilic Digester 1015 Airport Parkway - Secondary Complex 1015 Airport Parkway - Administration 1015 Airport Parkway - Dewatering 1015 Airport Parkway - UV Complex 15 Bartlett Bay Rd. 208 Landfill Rd. # Garage 128 Landfill Rd. # Office 155 Dorset St #B-1 Library 3 Holmes Rd. 19 Gregory Dr. # R.E.M. 575 Dorset St. Misc. Airport Parkway 575 Dorset St Thermophilic Digester 7 Green House Gas Energy Consumption in BTUs FY 2020 ElectricityVehicle Fuel Natural Gas Apr-20 May-20 Jun-20 Electric -kWh 336,725 323,081 336,015 Electric -MMBtu 1,148.91 1,102.35 1,146.48 Gas -ccf 9,491 7,146 4,577 Gas -MMBtu 973.78 733.18 469.60 Police Gasoline-gal 1,733 1,947 2,843 Public Works Gasoline-gal 0 0 4,499 Gasoline-gal Gasoline -MMBtu Diesel-gal 4,003 0 4,000 Heating Oil -Wheeler 0 0 0 Diesel -MMBtu 556 0 556 Soil/Sludge Management Cost $4,605.00 $6,129.00 $5,109.00 Diesel-gal 307 409 341 Diesel -MMBtu 43 57 47 Total -MMBtu 2,722 1,892 2,219 8 Energy Consumption in Pounds of Carbon FY 2020 Electricity < 0.5% from Carbon Sources Natural Gas Vehicle Fuel 1.3 M Natural Gas 2.3M Vehicle Fuel Energy Revolving Fund -$300,000.00 -$200,000.00 -$100,000.00 $0.00 $100,000.00 $200,000.00 $300,000.00 $400,000.00 Jul-19Oct-19Jan-20Apr-20Jul-20Oct-20Jan-21Apr-21Jul-21Oct-21Jan-22Apr-22Jul-22Oct-22Jan-23Apr-23Jul-23Oct-23Jan-24Apr-24Jul-24Oct-24Jan-25Apr-25Jul-25Oct-25Jan-26Apr-26Energy Fund Balance With City Hall Solar & Battery Options (incorporates FY21 capital fund projects) Actual No Solar Plan Solar Plan Solar & Battery Plan Principal Income Source –Landfill Solar Array Financially Supports Future Work Small Projects Engaged Efficiently Medium Projects Publically Identified Large Projects Beyond Scope of Fund Reconciled With General Ledger Annually 9 Organizational Activity •Efficiency Vermont•Continually Coordination Regarding Rebate Programs•Water Treatment Plant Cohort •Monthly Meetings to Coordinate Activity•Assists in Funding Energy Studies•Plant visits –Best Practices•Webinars –on Everything •Vermont Clean Cities Coalition•Federal Funding Through UVM•Concentrates on Fossil Powered Vehicles •CCRPC •Data Gathering and Planning - 1,000 2,000 3,000 4,000 5,000 6,000 7,000 -5,000 10,000 15,000 20,000Average Usage KWHRResidences Power per Residences South Burlington Essex Burlington Williston Colchester 10 Completed Projects •Police Station LED Lighting •Capital Cost $55,292 -$12,000 = $43,292 •Average Savings $4,734 •Project Life 25 Years •Power Factor Capacitors •Capital Cost $10,500 •Average Savings $5,746 •Project Life 15 Years •Street LED Lights –Efficiency Vermont Rebate $6,000 •Public Works Insulation & Ventilation •Studies •All Buildings Have Been Surveyed For Potential Projects •Reaffirmed Results of Previous Studies Energy Efficiency Is Best Achieved In The Design Process 11 Where We Are •Solar –180 Market St. – •Work Authorized •Battery Use Being Reviewed •FY 21 Capital Fund Projects •Water Outflow Turbine •Design in Process •Construction Planned for 2021 •Constant Power Source •Produced Power Increases With Need •Expected Average Power –20 KW •Bartlett Bay WTP Upgrade Studies in Process •Facility Projects •Dubois & King Studying Gas Projects at Airport Parkway •Concentration on Thermophilic Digester Complex •Vermont Gas May Share Costs on Pursued Projects 12 Where We Hope To Go •Water Treatment Plants -Solar •Learning From 180 Market St. Project •Analysis Simpler Than 180 Market St. •Construction More Involved •Directly Addresses Largest Electricity Consumption •Large Potential Areas Exist •Add To Airport Parkway WTP Facility •Design Into Bartlett Bay WTP Facility Upgrade 13 Waterbury Installation Where We Hope To Go Fire Station #2 –Holmes Rd. Built 1970s Building Looks Good Insulation Standards Old Utility Costs -$20,000 per Year Recommended Action: Multiple Studies Replace Roof, Siding &Windows Electric Vehicles & Equipment Procurement decisions should consider: Technical applicability –use and maintenance Cost –Purchase and Life Cycle 14 Where We Hope To Go Thermophilic Digester Gas Reduction Big –30 ft. dia. X 50 ft. tall Produces Gas That Runs Electric Generator –Micro Turbine Constant Temperature 138 F Largest City Consumer of Natural Gas Future Plans Results of Dubois & King Study Will Vermont Allow Future Use? Allows The Most Cost Effective and Environmentally Friendly Waste Stream Around 15 Summary •Performance is Being Monitored •Energy Revolving Fund Supports Continued Progress •Integrated With Capital Fund •Small Projects Engaged Efficiently •Medium Projects Publically Identified –Capital Plan •Large Projects Beyond Scope of Fund •Energy Project Manager Role Should Be Expanded •Energy Efficiency Is Best Achieved In The Design Process 16 575 Dorset Street South Burlington, VT 05403 tel 802.846.4131 fax 802.846.4101 www.sburl.com MEMORANDUM TO: South Burlington City Council Kevin Dorn, City Manager FROM: Paul Conner, AICP, Director of Planning & Zoning SUBJECT: Public Hearing Interim Zoning Application #IZ-20-02 (600 Spear Street) DATE: October 19, 2020 City Council meeting Eastern Development Corporation is proposing development on an existing 8.66 acre lot developed with a single family home and 7,000 sf storage building. The development consists of creating three lots, containing up to 36 dwelling units in three-family buildings, the existing single family home and storage building, and proposed city streets. The applicant has submitted a Sketch Plan application concurrently to the Development Review Board. The application is subject to Interim Zoning because it involves subdivision of land, a new Planned Unit Development, and new principal building submitted after October 25, 2018 in an area not exempted from the Interim Zoning bylaw. In a prior Interim Zoning PUD application, the Council inquired with the Planning Commission as to whether the project would be of the size / scale that it would be likely be subject to the future regulations being developed. A project of this size would likely meet that threshold. The applicant has met with staff to discuss the future regulations and has revised the plans to move in that direction. The applicant’s Interim Zoning cover letter dated August 14th describes a prior version of the Plan for Development. Staff has therefore included an letter addressed to the DRB dated October 5th that provides an updated Project Narrative and Description. Staff recommends the Council open the public hearing, receive testimony from the applicant, pose questions, and offer an opportunity for the public to provide input. Following this, the Council may choose to: 1.Close the public hearing. In closing the hearing, the Council must issue a written decision within 45 days and can decide whether to hold a deliberative session to discuss and provide staff direction on preparing the decision. A reminder that no additional testimony from the applicant or others can be received following closure of the hearing. 2.Continue the public hearing to a specific date to either hear additional testimony or request that the Planning Commission review the application and provide feedback to the Council. 478 Blair Park Road Williston, VT 05495 802 879 6331www.tcevt.com42 Mapleville Depot Road St. Albans, VT 05478 802 528 5116 Civil Engineering Environmental Services Land Surveying Landscape Architecture August 14, 2020 Marla Keene, Development Review Coordinator Department of Planning & Zoning City of South Burlington 575 Dorset St. South Burlington, VT 05403 RE: Proposed Development at 600 Spear Street, South Burlington City Council Interim Zoning Review Dear Ms. Keene: Trudell Consulting Engineers hereby submits the enclosed information and documentation on behalf of Eastern Development Corporation ("Applicant") for a Planned Unit Development (PUD) on land located at 600 Spear Street in South Burlington. This letter addresses the issues prescribed in the Application for Review of Land Development Prohibited Under the Interim Bylaws ("IZ Application") required under the City's Interim Bylaws Adopted November 13, 2018. This letter advises the City Council that we have also submitted a Zoning Permit Application (Sketch Plan) for the proposed development to the Development Review Board. Copies of those submittals are likewise being submitted to the Council as supplemental information. We believe that having this complete package of information available will assist the Council in its understanding and review of the project. A completed IZ Application with the requisite fee has also been provided. Overview Existing Conditions The ±8.66-acre parcel of land currently contains a large existing single-family home (located on Spear St.) and business space (located in a 7,000 square foot steel building behind the existing house). The house is currently vacant, and the building currently houses the remaining activities of the Couillard family construction business. The land behind the commercial building is mostly vacant, except for a small outbuilding, materials storage, and several pieces of large construction equipment. Plan for Development Our plan for redevelopment of the property is as follows: The existing single-family house will be returned to service as a residential dwelling. The commercial building will be vacated by the Couillard family construction business and will be re-tenanted with commercial users whose operations are appropriate for the site and compatible with the residential uses. The development will consist of 36 units of housing in 12 separate new buildings for a total of 37 units (including the single-family house). The buildings will contain three units each in conformance with the Land Development Regulations applicable to the R-4 Zone which limits buildings to no more than four units each. The project will be proposed as a PUD, thus enabling a more creative and efficient development plan. Parking facilities would be distributed in smaller groups throughout the development convenient to building access points. Additional "overflow" nighttime parking will also be available at the commercial building. All of the buildings will be interconnected by a sidewalk/pathway system that will 478 Blair Park Road Williston, VT 05495 802 879 6331www.tcevt.com42 Mapleville Depot Road St. Albans, VT 05478 802 528 5116 Civil Engineering Environmental Services Land Surveying Landscape Architecture Interim Zoning Application 600 Spear Street TCE Project#: 19-268 August 2020 2 of 5 allow for comfortable social interaction opportunities as well as safe and efficient access to services and amenities. A children's playground and community garden area will be provided. Landscaping will be added to the north and south sides of the existing roadway (located on the south boundary line) which will also be widened and improved to accommodate traffic to and from the new development. In addition to the entranceway, a new north-south street connecting to the adjoining University of Vermont parcels would be constructed inside a city approved right of way. All utilities serving the development would be underground. The easternmost area of the site fronting I-89 benefits from a thick buffer of existing trees and vegetation which completely screens the highway in the summer and buffers view in the winter. The design concept for the buildings is best described as "townhouses over flats." Each building will have a ground level "flat" style apartment with two town house style apartments located directly above. The townhouses will be two stories each, thus yielding a three-story height for each building. This design allows each apartment unit to have direct access to the outside at the front entrance to the building. This eliminates the need for any interior hallways which can present problematic maintenance and management problems. Most occupants in these size buildings would prefer the ability to come and go directly to the outside of the building without having to transit through common spaces. The other distinct advantage to the design is that it allows us to incorporate a fully accessible ADA compliant unit inside each building. Elder residents who would prefer the comfort and convenience of a ground-floor flat style department will be able to be accommodated in the project configured with as many as 12 of those units. All of the apartments will have either decks, patios or other access to green areas around the buildings. Our Zoning Permit (Sketch Plan) Application package outlines and illustrates the proposed project components, layout, and infrastructure, and we encourage you to look at the materials for a full picture of the project concept at this stage of development. IZ Application Information a.How the proposed project is consistent with the health, safety, and welfare of the City of South Burlington in consideration of the stated purposes of the Interim Bylaws The project is consistent with the health, safety, and welfare of the City as stated in the Interim Bylaws. The Interim Bylaws discuss under Purpose, the importance of balance between natural, open spaces and developed, residential and commercial, spaces to allow for flora and fauna to co-exist in order to create a livable and economically vibrant community. The proposed development at 600 Spear would concentrate development on a small section of open land to preserve more open land. The project is sited near Spear Street to minimize roads and infrastructure to the most reasonable extent possible. Parking has been limited to eliminate any extra impervious surface and resulting runoff. A multimodal path is proposed to connect the project to the exiting bike path on Spear Street and biking and walking will be encouraged to reduce use of fossil fuels and vehicular emissions. The Project is located within a short (±1.0 miles) distance to UVM and several of its research facilities and will be an ideal location for both the UVM community, as well as the greater South Burlington area residents, to live near work while still close to the center of the city. 478 Blair Park Road Williston, VT 05495 802 879 6331www.tcevt.com42 Mapleville Depot Road St. Albans, VT 05478 802 528 5116 Civil Engineering Environmental Services Land Surveying Landscape Architecture Interim Zoning Application 600 Spear Street TCE Project#: 19-268 August 2020 3 of 5 The project also proposes an affordable housing component that will ensure a range of housing options available for varying income levels. Additionally, the project’s clustered layout will allow for shared outdoor spaces to further a sense of community within the PUD. To further the goal of energy efficiency and to reduce the need for fossil fuels, the project is exploring the possibility of solar arrays on the residential rooftops as well as ground mounted solar on the parcel to allow for passive solar energy generation. By co-locating solar generation on the parcel with clustered residential development that includes affordable housing options and by protecting natural resources (identified by the State and the City), the project fulfills the goals of the interim bylaws and is consistent with the goals and requirements set forward by the City elsewhere in the Comprehensive Plan and LDRs. This project is an example of what the City is looking for with regard to responsible, responsive, and forward-thinking PUD development. b.How the proposed project is consistent with studies being conducted, draft bylaws or bylaw amendments, and/or any draft comprehensive plan or comprehensive plan amendments under consideration. The project is consistent with the studies, draft amendments to bylaws, and anticipated (possible) changes to the city's Comprehensive Plan. All of the natural resources on site have been identified and evaluated by qualified professionals, verified by the state and are being protected under the plan. This includes the resources identified in current draft bylaws and amendments including "Hazard," "Level 1," and "Habitat Blocks" resources. The project is consistent with the draft Conservation PUD typology that clusters development into a development envelope, while preserving larger areas of undeveloped land. The layout is organized so that the residences have a unified street-front feel, with street trees, sidewalks, and outdoor open space. A play area is proposed along the east portion of the development envelope that will further the sense of community in the neighborhood and serve as a gathering place. The project is sited on the west portion of the parcel, close to Spear Street, to minimize infrastructure and prevent resource fragmentation. Circulation for the project provides for interconnection within the PUD neighborhood, as well as the creation of a multimodal path to connect to the existing transportation routes, like the bike path on Spear Street that will promote and facilitate non- vehicular travel to and from the site. The project proposes affordable housing that will provide a variety of housing options. c.The project’s relationship to or effect upon each of the following: (i) The capacity of existing or planned community facilities, services, or lands; (ii) The existing patterns and uses of development in the area; (iii) Environmental limitations of the site or area and significant natural resource areas and sites; and, (iv) Municipal plans and other municipal bylaws, ordinances, or regulations in effect. Responses to the project's relationship to each respective category are set forth below. 478 Blair Park Road Williston, VT 05495 802 879 6331www.tcevt.com42 Mapleville Depot Road St. Albans, VT 05478 802 528 5116 Civil Engineering Environmental Services Land Surveying Landscape Architecture Interim Zoning Application 600 Spear Street TCE Project#: 19-268 August 2020 4 of 5 (i) Capacity of existing or planned facilities, services, or lands: The project will not have an undue or adverse impact on the capacity of existing or planned community facilities. The proposed new (north-south) street will be built to City standards. The Applicant has proposed to maintain the new street privately so as not to burden the City with any new street infrastructure or maintenance. The DPW has been receptive to this proposal and the Applicant is actively working and coordinating with the City DPW to meet any other needs or requirements they may have. The project is carefully sited to use existing infrastructure that is connected to the greater area while avoiding impacts to natural and ecological resources. The project will use the western portion of an open field, near Spear Street for development of tri-plex residences that will be architecturally compatible the existing residence onsite (directly fronting Spear Street) as well as other examples of the architectural vernacular of South Burlington. Both abutting parcels (to the north and south) are owned by UVM and proposed connections to those adjacent parcels is shown on our site plans. (ii) Existing Patterns and Uses of Development in the Area: The project is located a short distance from UVM's center campus (±1.0 miles), the Burlington Country Club, the UVM George D Aiken Forestry Sciences Laboratory, the Paul Miller Research Complex and UVM's Bio-Research Complex. The parcel is bound by Spear Street to the west and Interstate 89 to the east. The existing pattern of development in the immediate vicinity of the project is single-family homes along Spear Street and larger buildings located north of the site at the UVM farm and west of the site at the UVM facilities mentioned above. Other existing neighborhoods begin about 0.5 miles to the north on Spear Street, the neighborhoods along South Prospect Street in Burlington are about 0.5 miles west, and Dorset Commons Apartments is less than 0.25 miles to the east, across the Interstate. Our proposed development would contain buildings with footprints and masses similar to the 2 1/2 story colonial house that currently exists on the site along Spear Street. We feel that keeping the buildings in these smaller configurations will help make the project file look more like a small "infill" development. The project will have a compact, "intimate" atmosphere that will allow residents to enjoy privacy and autonomy when needed, but also encourage social interaction so that the development ultimately feels like a warm and comfortable neighborhood. (iii) Environmental limitations of the site or area and significant natural resources and sites: Natural resources on the site have been evaluated and will be protected. For example, two Class II wetlands have been located onsite and all development is carefully sited to avoid any disturbance to the wetland or wetland buffers. No other natural resources have been identified on the site, including habitat blocks or lands identified for conservation. There are two Class II wetlands identified on site. Development of the site is carefully designed to avoid and protect and preserve these resources. Additionally, the site design and layout is clustered to allow for a small development area within the overall parcel, preserving a large amount of land as conserved. No other natural resources or environmental limitations for the parcel are present. 478 Blair Park Road Williston, VT 05495 802 879 6331www.tcevt.com42 Mapleville Depot Road St. Albans, VT 05478 802 528 5116 Civil Engineering Environmental Services Land Surveying Landscape Architecture Interim Zoning Application 600 Spear Street TCE Project#: 19-268 August 2020 5 of 5 (iv) Municipal plans and other municipal bylaws, ordinances, or regulations in effect: The project is compliant with municipal bylaws, ordinances and regulations currently in effect and being considered. Again, the plans and information contained in our Sketch Plan Application best describes how the project is compliant with City regulations and we submit that information to supplement this response. Other Considerations Energy Efficiency One of the more significant features of the development will be the developer's intention to make the project "net zero" in terms of energy usage through a combination of energy efficient design and construction techniques as well as through generation of power on site via roof or ground-mounted solar panels. More detail will be provided addressing how those goals may be met as the project progresses further through the city and state development review process, but, presently, the Applicant believes that a net zero or close to net zero performance will be possible. Affordable Housing The Applicant is interested in the potential that this project offers to develop market rate housing that is truly affordable without the need for deep public subsidies. The Applicant looks forward to discussing specific approaches to affordability with the City's Planning & Zoning staff and public stakeholders, including, specifically, the South Burlington Affordable Housing Committee. More detail about specific affordability features will be provided as soon as possible after preliminary review is conducted by staff and the Development Review Board. Thank you for your attention to this submittal. We look forward to the opportunity to move ahead with this exciting plan as soon as possible. If you have any questions or need additional information, please do not hesitate to contact me directly at (802) 879-6331 x108 or by email at lucy.thayer@tcevt.com. Sincerely, Lucy Thayer, PLA Trudell Consulting Engineers 478 Blair Park Road Williston, VT 05495 478 Blair Park Road Williston, VT 05495 802 879 6331www.tcevt.com42 Mapleville Depot Road St. Albans, VT 05478 802 528 5116 Civil Engineering Environmental Services Land Surveying Landscape Architecture October 5, 2020 Marla Keene, Development Review Coordinator Department of Planning & Zoning City of South Burlington 575 Dorset St. South Burlington, VT 05403 RE: Proposed Development at 600 Spear Street, South Burlington DRB Sketch Plan Review Dear Ms. Keene: Trudell Consulting Engineers hereby submits the enclosed information and documentation on behalf of Eastern Development Corporation ("Applicant") for a Planned Unit Development (PUD) on land located at 600 Spear Street in South Burlington. This letter addresses the issues prescribed in the City of South Burlington Land Development Regulations (Appendix E Submission Requirements) as follows: (a) a narrative description of the project; (b) demonstration of compliance with applicable review standards; (c) a list of submission elements; and (d) changes from previous submittals. A completed Zoning Permit Application with the requisite fee has also been submitted. A. Project Narrative and Description The ±8.66 acre project parcel is located in the R4 Zoning District and does not lie within any overlay districts. The subject property is bordered by Spear Street to the west and Interstate 89 to the east. The University of Vermont is the landowner to both the north and south. Existing buildings include a large single-family home (located on Spear St.) and business space located in a 7,000 square feet steel building behind the existing house. The house is currently vacant and the building currently houses the remaining activities of the Couillard family construction business. The land behind the commercial building is mostly vacant, except for a small outbuilding, materials storage, and several pieces of large construction equipment. The eastern portion of the parcel is an open field. The project proposes to retain the existing structures and construct thirty-two new dwelling units in eight buildings located to the east of the existing commercial building. Access to the site is proposed to be from a new city street, currently an existing road/driveway off Spear Street that currently serves the house and commercial building. An 8' wide multiuse bike/pedestrian path is proposed to connect the development with the exiting bike path located on the west side of Spear Street. The proposed city streets would be located in a 50’ right-of-way (ROW) with parallel parking, street trees, sidewalks and curbs on the north-south leg. The proposed plans show possible future public/private access to the UVM parcels located to the north and south, which connections have been 478 Blair Park Road Williston, VT 05495 802 879 6331www.tcevt.com42 Mapleville Depot Road St. Albans, VT 05478 802 528 5116 Civil Engineering Environmental Services Land Surveying Landscape Architecture Sketch Plan Application 600 Spear Street TCE Project#: 19-268 October 2020 2 of 4 discussed at a conceptual level with the university. The new city streets will be built to meet City of South Burlington requirements and regulations. The parcel is located in the R4 district (4 du/acre) and allows for 34.64 dwelling units on the property. Thirty two of the units would be contained in the eight new buildings (4-plex) and two would be allocated to the existing house on Spear St. No subdivision is proposed. The design concept consists of four unit buildings connected by an open air breezeway containing stairs to the second floor apartments. This design allows each living space to have direct access to the outside through separate entrances in the first floor apartments and via the covered stairway for the second floor units. This eliminates the need for any interior hallways which can often present problematic maintenance and management problems. Most occupants in buildings of this size prefer the ability to come and go directly to the outside of the building without having to transit through common spaces. The other distinct advantage to the design is that it allows us to easily incorporate fully accessible ADA compliant units. Older residents who would prefer the comfort and convenience of a ground-floor flat style apartment will be able to be accommodated in the project configured with 16 ground floor units. All of the apartments will have covered porches (second floor) or patios (first floor) providing access to fresh air, and, for the first floor units, direct access to the backyard garden areas around the buildings. The layout of the project creates semi-private yard areas behind the buildings where residents can enjoy quiet areas with their immediate neighbors. Second floor units can access the rear yards from the breezeways. In the center of the development is a substantial "commons" area where neighbors can meet and interact. Design features for the "Commons" will be developed further as the project moves forward. The easternmost area of the site fronting I-89 benefits from a thick buffer of existing trees and vegetation which screens the highway in the summer and buffers view in the winter. All utilities serving the development would be underground. Wastewater will be disposed of using the City of South Burlington municipal system, and will connect to the east via directional drilling beneath I-89 or to the north via Spear Street. Municipal water is available on Spear St. Given the proximity of the site to UVM and the hospital, it is expected that many residents will either walk or bike to work. Sufficient parking has been provided to accommodate residents and visitors, while limiting any extra or unnecessary impervious surface on the site. Multimodal transportation methods like walking and biking, will be encouraged and it is anticipated residents and visitors will utilize the bike path, which can be accessed through our proposed connection. Street trees are proposed both on the city streets and on the private drive and parking areas that serve the development to create a unified streetscape environment. Another notable aspect of the project is the rehabilitation of the existing commercial building (lighting, landscaping and paved parking). In addition to other uses allowed by the City, the building will provide storage lockers for residents and, also, a heated bike/gear shop that will allow residents to repair and maintain bikes and sports equipment. Primary resident bike parking will be provided undercover in the breezeway areas in each building. Visitor bike parking will be provided throughout the project. 478 Blair Park Road Williston, VT 05495 802 879 6331www.tcevt.com42 Mapleville Depot Road St. Albans, VT 05478 802 528 5116 Civil Engineering Environmental Services Land Surveying Landscape Architecture Sketch Plan Application 600 Spear Street TCE Project#: 19-268 October 2020 3 of 4 B. Demonstration of Compliance The proposed PUD meets the requirements and goals set forward in the South Burlington Land Development Regulations. The project is in communication with the adjacent landowner to the north and south, UVM, to coordinate the connection between parcels for future development or connectivity. The proposed streets will be built to City standards as required by the DPW. Access to the site uses an existing curb cut entrance, with no request for additional or new entrances to the site. The Applicant is interested in the potential that this project offers to provide market rate housing that is affordable without the need for deep public subsidies. The Applicant looks forward to discussing specific approaches to affordability with the City's Planning & Zoning staff and public stakeholders, including, specifically, the South Burlington Affordable Housing Committee. More detail about specific affordability features will be provided as soon as possible after preliminary review is conducted by staff and the Development Review Board. The project is consistent with the draft PUD typology that clusters development into a development envelope, while preserving larger areas of undeveloped land. The layout is organized so that the residences have a unified street-front feel, with street trees, sidewalks, and outdoor open space. A Common area is proposed that will further the sense of community in the neighborhood and serve as a gathering place for residents and visitors, offering a valuable green space minutes from their residences. C. Submission Elements The submission elements included in this project package include the following: 1.Complete Subdivision Sketch Plan Application Form 2.Complete Interim Zoning Plan Review Application (including issue narrative) 3.Cover letter and narrative (this document) 4.List and address of abutting landowners 5.Plan set: a.C1-01 Existing Conditions b.C2-01 Overall Site Plan c.C2-02 Sketch Site Plan d.Location and Zoning Map e.Natural Resources Map D. Changes From Previous Submittals This is the first submission for this project, however we have worked with City planning staff to develop this plan from our originally submitted sketch plan. 478 Blair Park Road Williston, VT 05495 802 879 6331www.tcevt.com42 Mapleville Depot Road St. Albans, VT 05478 802 528 5116 Civil Engineering Environmental Services Land Surveying Landscape Architecture Sketch Plan Application 600 Spear Street TCE Project#: 19-268 October 2020 4 of 4 Request for Waivers As part of the PUD, we are requesting only one waiver: (1) reduced front yard setback of 10 feet for new PUD buildings, and 5 feet for the existing residence with frontage on both Spear Street and the New City Street. The front setback in the R4 district is 30 feet. If you have any questions or need additional information, please do not hesitate to contact me directly at (802) 879-6331 x108 or by email at lucy.thayer@tcevt.com. Sincerely, Lucy Thayer, PLA Trudell Consulting Engineers 478 Blair Park Road Williston, VT 05495 CLASS II WETLAND 50' WETLAND BUFFER WETLAND CONTINUES SOUTH N/F UVM & STATE AGRICULTURAL COLLEGE N/F REGINALD C. & ROSE M. HEBERT N/F UVM & STATE AGRICULTURAL COLLEGE INTERSTATE 89 SSPEAR STREET12 50' WETLAND BUF F E R EXISTING RESIDENCE TO REMAIN EXISTING COMMERCIAL BUILDING TO REMAIN 295 2 9 0 290 295300 300 295 300 300 300 295 EXISTING RESIDENCE TO REMAIN CLASS II WETLAND WETLAND CONTINUES NORTHWEST CLASS II WETLAND AS DELINEATED ON 10/21/2019 BY KARINA DAILEY, P.W.S. AND BRITTANY LEBEAU. CLASS III WETLAND CLASS III WETLAND DITCH CLASS III WETLAND BUFFER (S. BURL.) 0 Feet Graphic Scale 50 100 150 Sheet Title Project Title Use of These Drawings Scale: Project Number: Date: Drawn By: Project Engineer: Approved By: No. Description Date By For Permitting Only Revisions 478 BLAIR PARK ROAD | WILLISTON, VERMONT 05495 802 879 6331 | WWW.TCEVT.COM ENGINEERING SURVEY Field Book: 1. Unless otherwise noted, these Drawings are intended for preliminary planning, coordination with other disciplines or utilities, and/or approval from the regulatory DXWKRULWLHV¬ They are not intended as construction drawings unless noted as such or marked approved by a regulatory authority. 2. By use of these drawings for construction of the Project, the Owner represents that they have reviewed, approved, and accepted the drawings, obtained all necessary permits, and have met with all applicable parties/disciplines, including but not limited to, the Engineer and the Architect, to insure these plans are properly coordinated including, but not limited to, contract documents, specifications, owner/contractor agreements, building and mechanical plans, private and public utilities, and other pertinent permits for construction. 3. Owner and Architect, are responsible for final design and location of buildings shown, including an area measured a minimum five (5) feet around any building and coordinating final utility connections shown on these plans. 4. Prior to using these plans for construction layout, the user shall contact TCE to ensure the plan contains the most current revisions. 5. These Drawings are specific to the Project and are not transferable. As instruments of service, these drawings, and copies thereof, furnished by TCE are its exclusive SURSHUW\¬ Changes to the drawings may only be made by TCE. If errors or omissions are discovered, they shall be brought to the attention of TCE immediately. 6. It is the User's responsibility to ensure this copy contains the most current revisions. PLANNING ENVIRONMENTAL SPAN: 60018811469 PARCEL: 1640-00600 Existing Conditions C1-01 06/25/20 1" = 50' 19-268 NPC AAD ¬¬ ¬ 600 Spear Street 600 Spear Street So. Burlington, Vermont PROJECT INFORMATION: 1.OWNER OF RECORD:ROBERT COUILLARD C/O DEBORAH SHEEHAN 108 EDGEWOOD DRIVE COLCHESTER, VERMONT 05446 2. APPLICANT:EASTERN DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION C/O FRANK VON TURKOVICH, ESQ. 1 NATIONAL LIFE DRIVE - M230 MONTPELIER, VERMONT 05604 3.TAX PARCEL ID:SPAN: 60018811469 PARCEL: 1640-00600 4.PHYSICAL ADDRESS 600 SPEAR STREET OF PROPERTY:SO. BURLINGTON, VERMONT 05403 5.PARCEL SIZE:$&5(6 6.ZONING DISTRICT:RESIDENTIAL 4 7. THE THE WETLAND DELINEATION SHOWN ON THIS PLAN WAS PERFORMED ON 10/21/2019 ACCORDING TO THE STANDARDS OF THE 1987 US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS AND THE 212 REGIONAL SUPPLEMENT. THE DELINEATION WAS PREFORMED BY KARINA DAILEY, P.W.S. AND BRITTANY LEBEAU. PROJECT LOCATION CLASS II WETLAND 295297 292 CLASS II WETLAND WETLAND CONTINUES SOUTH WETLAND CONTINUES NORTHWEST 295 2 9 0 290 295300 300 295 300 300 300 296 28 8 2 9 4293291292 293 292 292293 294 296297298299 298 299 2 9 9 298 297 292293 294 296 292 297 298 299 299 297298299296 298 298 297 299 298 299 WWWWWWWWWWWW W W W W W W W W 50' WETLAND BUFFER N/F UVM & STATE AGRICULTURAL COLLEGE N/F REGINALD C. & ROSE M. HEBERT N/F UVM & STATE AGRICULTURAL COLLEGE INTERSTATE 89 SSPEAR STREET12 FUTURE CITY STREET EXTENSION 50' WETLAND BUF F E R NEW CITY STREETFUTURE CITY STREET EXTENSION EXISTING RESIDENCE TO REMAIN EXISTING COMMERCIAL BUILDING TO REMAIN PARCEL A PARCEL B EXISTING RESIDENCE TO REMAIN PROPERTY LINE PUD BOUNDARY CLASS II WETLAND AS DELINEATED ON 10/21/2019 BY KARINA DAILEY, P.W.S. AND BRITTANY LEBEAU. SS SSSSSRSDITCH S Sheet Title Project Title Use of These Drawings Scale: Project Number: Date: Drawn By: Project Engineer: Approved By: No. Description Date By For Permitting Only Revisions 478 BLAIR PARK ROAD | WILLISTON, VERMONT 05495 802 879 6331 | WWW.TCEVT.COM ENGINEERING SURVEY Field Book: 1. Unless otherwise noted, these Drawings are intended for preliminary planning, coordination with other disciplines or utilities, and/or approval from the regulatory DXWKRULWLHV¬ They are not intended as construction drawings unless noted as such or marked approved by a regulatory authority. 2. By use of these drawings for construction of the Project, the Owner represents that they have reviewed, approved, and accepted the drawings, obtained all necessary permits, and have met with all applicable parties/disciplines, including but not limited to, the Engineer and the Architect, to insure these plans are properly coordinated including, but not limited to, contract documents, specifications, owner/contractor agreements, building and mechanical plans, private and public utilities, and other pertinent permits for construction. 3. Owner and Architect, are responsible for final design and location of buildings shown, including an area measured a minimum five (5) feet around any building and coordinating final utility connections shown on these plans. 4. Prior to using these plans for construction layout, the user shall contact TCE to ensure the plan contains the most current revisions. 5. These Drawings are specific to the Project and are not transferable. As instruments of service, these drawings, and copies thereof, furnished by TCE are its exclusive SURSHUW\¬ Changes to the drawings may only be made by TCE. If errors or omissions are discovered, they shall be brought to the attention of TCE immediately. 6. It is the User's responsibility to ensure this copy contains the most current revisions. PLANNING ENVIRONMENTAL SPAN: 60018811469 PARCEL: 1640-00600 Sketch Plan - Overall C2-01 02/24/2020 1" = 50' 19-268 ¬¬ AAD ¬¬ ¬ 600 Spear Street 600 Spear Street So. Burlington, Vermont PROJECT INFORMATION: 1.OWNER OF RECORD:ROBERT COUILLARD C/O DEBORAH SHEEHAN 108 EDGEWOOD DRIVE COLCHESTER, VERMONT 05446 2. APPLICANT:EASTERN DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION C/O FRANK VON TURKOVICH, ESQ. 1 NATIONAL LIFE DRIVE - M230 MONTPELIER, VERMONT 05604 3.TAX PARCEL ID:SPAN: 60018811469 PARCEL: 1640-00600 4.PHYSICAL ADDRESS 600 SPEAR STREET OF PROPERTY:SO. BURLINGTON, VERMONT 05403 5.PARCEL SIZE:$&5(6 6.ZONING DISTRICT:RESIDENTIAL 4 7. THE THE WETLAND DELINEATION SHOWN ON THIS PLAN WAS PERFORMED ON 10/21/2019 ACCORDING TO THE STANDARDS OF THE 1987 US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS AND THE 212 REGIONAL SUPPLEMENT. THE DELINEATION WAS PREFORMED BY KARINA DAILEY, P.W.S. AND BRITTANY LEBEAU. 0 Feet Graphic Scale 50 100 150 PROJECT LOCATION 1 4 6 2 3 5 7 8 SWIFT STPINE STMAIN ST S PROSPECT STKE N N EDY D R MAPLE ST W H ITE STDORSET STS UNION STSPEAR STKING ST SAINT P A UL ST KIRBY RD S WILLARD STAI R POR T DR OLD FARM RDWILLISTON RD CLIFF ST SHELBURNE STD A V I S R D FLYNN AVE PARK RDB A R R E TT S TS WINOOSKI AVEHOME AVE HOWARD ST IBY S T SONGBIRD RDWELLS STLAUREL HILL DR LOCUST ST AI RPORT P KWYHINESBURG RDFOSTER STEAST AVECHURCH STBATT ERY STMILLS AVEPROCTOR AVE INDIAN CRKBREWER PKWYCRESCENT RDGLEN RD HAYES AVECOUNTRY CLUB RD PROSPECT PKWYAD AM S S T SHERRY RDS CREST DRBALDWIN AVE ANDREWS AVECAROLINE STPATCHEN RDSOUT H ST DUVAL S T MCINTOSH AVE CHERRY LN QUEEN CITY PARK RDPINE PLSAN REMO DRLEDGE RD FAYETTE RDDU MONT AV E ALDER LNSHELBURNE RDOAK CREEK DRVICTORI A DRIRIS LNF O X R U N L NDEFOREST HTSMO S S G LE N L N PINE TRE E TE R W IN DIN G BRO O K D RVICTORY DRG R A N D V IE W D R TI MBER LNINTERSTATE 89 SELSOM PKWYOAKWOOD DRBRAND FARM DRMARY STS I M P SON C T LANDON RD C L O V E R S T CIRCLE DRP F G R D GOLF COURSE RDBRIGGS STMEADOWOOD DRBARBER TERBAYBERRY LNHOPKINS STPROU TY P K WY BAIRD ST L OGWOOD STFOREST STPET E RSON T ERF AI R MOUNT ST INTERSTATE 89 NELDREDGE ST SCOTSDALE RD MAR YL AND S T DERBY CIR HOOVER ST BAYVIEW ST IN TERSTA TE 189 EHEATH STDEANE ST LINDENWOOD DR BR O O K W O O D D R DAVIS PKWYL I L A C L NSUNSET AVE STONEHEDGE DRHAYDEN PKWYRIDGEWOOD DRALFRED ST CEDAR GLEN DRIRANISTAN RDKILBURN ST GREENING AVE EXECUTIVE DRUNIVERSITY TERHADLEY RD FINCH CT N IC K LA U S C IR JOHN FAY RD BEECH ST LARCH RDHARRINGTON TERINTERSTATE 189 EDORSET STSPEAR STWILLISTON RD SHELBURNE STHINESBURG RDPINE STINTERSTATE 89 SINTERSTATE 89 NCopyright:© 2013 National Geographic Society, i-cubed Location Von TurkovichBurlington, VT Project Location Map ^_ Project ParcelVT Significant WetlandStreamOpen Water Sources: USGS 24lk Topographic Maps; Project Area by TCE (2020); VT SignificantWetland by ANR (2018). Disclaimer: The accuracy of information presented is determined by its sources.TCE is not responsible for any errors or omissions that may exist. Questions of on-the-ground location can be resolved by site inspections and/or surveys by a registered surveyor. This map is not a replacement for surveyed information or engineering studies. Legend Project: 19-268Prepared By:BJL06/25/20201 inch = 2,000 feet 802.879.6331 www.tcevt.com [0 2,000 4,000 6,000 8,0001,000 Feet Project Location #*#* #* #* #* #*#*#* #*#*#*#*#*#*#* #* #* #* #*#* #* #*EE 297296 295 294 299 2983003013023032 91292293 304305306290 289 288295290 2992 9 4 296301 303298 289 296297 2932962952 9 5 301 2932972 9 5297 296 296294298300298292295294 3002942993022963022 9 3 T1-S1T1-S2 a-9 a-8a-7a-6 a-5 a-4 a-3 a-2a-1a-28 a-27a-26 a-25 a-24 a-23 a-22 a-15 a-14 a-13a-12 a-11a-10 HnB AdA AdD ScA DdA EwA I NTERSTATE 89 SVCGI, RPCs, VTrans, ANR, Contractors and towns Location ^_ Copyright:© 2013 NationalGeographic Society, i-cubed LegendProject Parcel (8.66 ac)DitchTCE Wetland Delineation (0.2 ac)Class IIClass III E Sample Points #*Wetland PointsWetland Buffer (50')NRCS SoilsNRCS HydricSurface Water SPAGround Water SPA*VHD Stream*VHD Open Water*River Corridor* FEMA Flood Zone*AAENo DataFloodway*Class A Watershed*VSWI Signficant Wetland*Significant Natural Community*State Deer Wintering Area*Indiana Bat Hibernacula*State Uncommon Species*State RTE Species*Contour (1') The Wetland Delineation shown on this plan was performed on 10/21/2019 according to the standards of the 1987 US ArmyCorps of Engineers and the 2012 Regional Supplement. Thisdelineation was performed by Karina Dailey, P.W.S. and BrittanyLeBeau. *Layer does not occur within map extent. Sources: Aerial Imagery by VCGI (Various dates); Streams by VHD(2018); Project Area by TCE (2019); VT E911 Roads (2019); VTSignificant Wetland by ANR (2018); Soils by NRCS (2018); Contours byVCGI & CCRPC (Various dates); RTE Species and Natural Communityby VT Fish & Wildlife (2018); Uncommon Species by VT Fish & Wildlife(2018). Tax Parcel Boundary compiled by VCGI; Deer Wintering Areaby ANR (2011); River Corridor by ANR (2019); Groundwater & SurfaceWater Protection Areas by ANR (2019). Disclaimer: The accuracy of information presented is determined by its sources.TCE is not responsible for any errors or omissions that may exist. Questions of on-the-ground location can be resolved by site inspections and/or surveys by a registered surveyor. This map is not areplacement for surveyed information or engineering studies. 802.879.6331 www.tcevt.com [ 0 100 200 300 40050Feet Von Turkovich600 Spear StreetSouth Burlington, VT Environmental Constraints Map Project: 19-268Prepared By: BJL08/14/20201 inch = 100 feet Soil Key Soil Description Ag Value Prime Hydric Hydrogroup KwAdAAdams and Windsor loamy sands, 0 to 5 percent slopes 6 Statew ide N A 0.1AdDAdams and Windsor loamy sands, 12 to 30 percent slopes 8 NPSL N A 0.1HnBHinesburg fine sandy loam, 3 to 8 percent slopes 3 Prime N A 0.17ScAScantic silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes 6 Statew ide (b)Y C/D 0.32 Natural Resources Map #*#* #* #* #* #*#*#* #*#*#*#*#*#*#* #* #* #* #*#* #* #*EE !( !( !( !( !( !( Wetland C0.06 ac Wetland B0.03 ac Wetland D0.02 ac T1-S1T1-S2 a-9 a-5 a-4 a-3 a-2a-1 a-28 a-27 a-26 a-25 a-24 a-15 a-14 a-13a-12a-11a-10 297 296 295 294 299 298300301 3022 9 1 303292293304305290289 3062942962 9 3 300302299293298301 2 9 5 294 295297 297 303296 2 9 5297 296294296299297302296295298 295294300296301 293HnB AdA AdD ScA DdA EwA INTERSTATE 89 SVCGI, VCGI, RPCs, VTrans, ANR, Contractors and towns Location ^_ Copyright:© 2013 NationalGeographic Society, i-cubed Project Parcel (9 ac)Ditch !(Soil Boring E Sample Points #*Wetland PointsTCE Wetland Delineation (0.19 ac)Class II (0.09 ac)Class III (0.1 ac)Class II Wetland Buffer (50')Class III Wetland Buffer (50')NRCS SoilNRCS Hydric SoilVHD StreamState Significant Wetland*Surface Water Protection AreaContour (1') The Wetland Delineation shown on this plan was performed on10/21/2019 according to the standards of the 1987 US Army Corpsof Engineers and the 2012 Regional Supplement. This delineationwas performed by Karina Dailey, P.W.S. and Brittany LeBeau, andconfirmed by State Ecologist Tina Heath on 11/14/2019. *Layer does not occur within map extent. Sources: Aerial Imagery by VCGI (Various dates); Streams by VHD(2018); Project Area by TCE (2019); VT E911 Roads (2019); VTSignificant Wetland by ANR (2018); Soils by NRCS (2018); Contours byVCGI & CCRPC (Various dates); Tax Parcel Boundary compiled byVCGI; All other layers by TCE (2019). Disclaimer: The accuracy of information presented is determined by its sources.TCE is not responsible for any errors or omissions that may exist. Questions of on-the-ground location can be resolved by site inspections and/or surveys by a registered surveyor. This map is not areplacement for surveyed information or engineering studies. Legend 802.879.6331 www.tcevt.com [ 0 100 200 300 40050Feet Von Turkovich600 Spear StreetSouth Burlington, VT Wetland Delineation Map Project: 19-268Prepared By: BJL09/03/20201 inch = 100 feet Wetland Continues South Wetland Continues Northwest Wetland A0.09 ac 575 Dorset Street South Burlington, VT 05403 tel 802.846.4106 fax 802.846.4101 www.sburl.com MEMORANDUM TO: Kevin Dorn, City Manager South Burlington City Council FROM: Paul Conner, Director of Planning & Zoning SUBJECT: Airport Draft Noise Mitigation Implementation Plan DATE: October 15, 2020 Last week the Airport’s Sound Committee met and were presented a Draft Noise Mitigation Implementation Plan. The purpose of this Plan is to lay out a process and prioritization for completing the mitigation measures approved in the 2020 Noise Compatibility Plan. Specifically, it presents a draft plan for undertaking the voluntary Sound Insulation for affected properties. Members of the Sound Committee – which include representatives from each of the surrounding communities as well as various entities that operate at the Airport – provided initial feedback on the prioritization, which the Airport and its consultants will review. The Draft Plan calls for an initial Pilot Home Insultation program to be initiated with the May 2021 funding cycle, followed by annual applications thereafter. The Plan considers an annual grant request in the neighborhood of $5 million. The Airport’s consultants indicated that seeking additional annual funding may be possible, but noted that all grant requests do require a non-Federal match. Following the Sound Committee meeting, staff from Winooski and South Burlington met (digitally) with the Airport’s consultants to review and collaborate to make sure that all of the base-level data regarding parcels and year of construction are correct and accurate. The next step will be for the Airport and its consultants to confirm the eligibility of parcels / buildings and then to refine the proposed Plan and its prioritization policies for consideration by member communities. At that time (as well as now, if the Council wishes) staff would recommend that the Council provide its feedback on the Draft plan. Burlington International Airport Noise Mitigation Implementation Plan September 2020 Prepared for: City of Burlington, Vermont 1200 Airport Drive, #1 Burlington, VT 05403 Prepared by: The Jones Payne Group Table of Contents Burlington International Airport DRAFT Noise Mitigation Implementation Plan i 1 Introduction.................................................................................................................... 3 2 Summary ........................................................................................................................ 5 3 Voluntary Sound Insulation Program............................................................................... 7 Overview – Voluntary Sound Insulation...................................................................................... 7 Objective ..................................................................................................................................... 8 Project Eligibility .......................................................................................................................... 8 Project Area ................................................................................................................................. 8 Prioritization of Properties ........................................................................................................ 12 Key Factors ............................................................................................................................. 12 Implementation ......................................................................................................................... 15 Project Schedule ........................................................................................................................ 16 Estimated Costs and Benefits .................................................................................................... 16 Funding Sources – Voluntary Sound Insulation ........................................................................ 17 The Sound Insulation Process ................................................................................................... 17 Pilot Program ............................................................................................................................. 20 4 Voluntary Sound Insulation of Noise Sensitive Buildings ................................................ 21 Overview ................................................................................................................................... 21 Objective ................................................................................................................................... 21 Project Eligibility ........................................................................................................................ 21 Implementation ......................................................................................................................... 21 Project Schedule ........................................................................................................................ 21 Estimated Costs and Benefits .................................................................................................... 22 Funding Sources ........................................................................................................................ 22 5 Voluntary Land Acquisition and Relocation Program ..................................................... 23 Overview ................................................................................................................................... 23 Objective ................................................................................................................................... 23 Project Area ............................................................................................................................... 23 Project Eligibility ........................................................................................................................ 25 Implementation ......................................................................................................................... 25 Project Schedule ........................................................................................................................ 25 Estimated Costs and Benefits .................................................................................................... 25 Funding Sources ........................................................................................................................ 25 Table of Contents Burlington International Airport DRAFT Noise Mitigation Implementation Plan ii LIST OF TABLES Table 1: Noise Mitigation Plan Programs and Estimated Costs ...................................................... 6 Table 2: Voluntary Sound Insulation Program, Housing Units, by Type ......................................... 8 Table 3: City of Burlington Housing Units, by Type and Noise Level ............................................ 11 Table 4: Town of Colchester Housing Units, by Type and Noise Level ......................................... 11 Table 5: City of South Burlington Housing Units, by Type and Noise Level.................................. 11 Table 6: Town of Williston Housing Units, by Type and Noise Level ............................................ 12 Table 7: City of Winooski Housing Units, by Type and Noise Level .............................................. 12 Table 8: Estimated Potentially Eligible Units by DNL Contour ...................................................... 13 Table 9: Potentially Eligible Units by Municipality and DNL Contour ........................................... 13 Table 10: Potentially Eligible Units by Housing Type, Municipality and DNL Contour ................. 14 Table 11: Estimated Population by Housing Type, Municipality and DNL Contour ..................... 15 Table 12: RSI Program, Estimated Cost by Housing Type ............................................................. 16 Table 13: Estimated Average Sound Insulation Program Costs, By Funding Source .................... 17 Table 14: Land Acquisition and Relocation Program Estimated Costs ......................................... 25 LIST OF FIGURES Figure 1: 2023 Forecast Conditions Noise Exposure Map .............................................................. 4 Figure 2: 2023 Noise Exposure Map, Residential Parcels by Noise Level (DNL) ........................... 10 Figure 3: RSI Program Phases and Timeline .................................................................................. 18 Figure 4: RSI Program Major Milestones ...................................................................................... 19 Figure 5: Properties Located within the 75 DNL 2023 Noise Contour, South of Airport ............. 24 Chapter 1– INTRODUCTION Burlington International Airport DRAFT Noise Mitigation Implementation Plan 3 1 Introduction The City of Burlington (City) has the responsibility to manage and administer the noise mitigation measures approved by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) in the updated 2020 Noise Compatibility Program for Burlington International Airport. The purpose of this Noise Mitigation Implementation Plan (Plan) is to achieve land use compatibility for areas located within the FAA approved 65 DNL and higher (65+ DNL) noise contour, as identified in the 2018 /2023 Noise Exposure Map document (NEM) and in accordance with FAA regulations, and subject to FAA approval. On August 27, 2020, the FAA issued its Record of Approval for the updated Noise Compatibility Program (NCP). The noise mitigation implementation plan reflects the recommended measures contained in the NCP and provides guidance reflecting the prioritization and implementation of the programs. This document was developed with the input of the members of the Airport’s Sound Committee which is comprised of local residents and affected municipalities. This Plan specifies the types of measures to be undertaken, actions needed for implementation and administration, estimated costs, funding sources, and project phasing and timelines. The noise mitigation measures contained in the NCP include the following: ●Voluntary sound insulation of eligible single-family and multi-family units ●Voluntary sound insulation of noise sensitive buildings ●Voluntary acquisition and relocation of residents of single family parcels in the 75 DNL and higher where the majority of the non-compatible parcel is located within the 75 dB DNL contour in accordance with the Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act (49 CFR Part 24, Uniform Act). This Noise Mitigation Plan creates compatible land use within the 65+ DNL 2023 noise contour [see Figure 1]. All programs are voluntary and are to be implemented according to procedures acceptable to the FAA in order to establish federal funding eligibility. The City intends to administer a $5 million a year program which will be largely comprised of residential sound insulation. The Purchase Assurance and Sales Assistance Programs will be eligible for limited funding from the FAA. As such, the proceeds received from the Purchase Assurance Program will be used to further fund additional properties in both the Sales Assistance and Purchase Assurance Programs. The sound insulation of noise sensitive buildings will have a lower priority. Chapter 1– INTRODUCTION Burlington International Airport DRAFT Noise Mitigation Implementation Plan 4 Figure 1: 2023 Forecast Conditions Noise Exposure Map Chapter 2– SUMMARY Burlington International Airport DRAFT Noise Mitigation Implementation Plan 5 2 Summary In 2019, the City updated its Part150 Noise and Land Use Compatibility Study which resulted in Noise Exposure Maps for the years 2018 and 2023. This update was triggered by the change of fighter aircraft used by the Vermont Air National Guard and the anticipated change in noise exposure associated with replacement of the F-16 with the F-35A. The purpose of this Plan is to provide noise mitigation to the most noise- impacted eligible units. Prioritization of participation begins with properties in the highest noise contours and continues outward to the rest of the eligible properties located within the 65+ DNL noise contour. Consideration for the socio-economic impacts on certain municipalities will be considered to provide a balanced implementation for all municipalities. The NCP recommended 5 mitigation programs. The FAA’s Record of Approval approved the following programs. Recommended Program Contour Level Sound Insulation of Residential Units 65+ DNL Sound Insulation of Noise Sensitive Buildings 65+ DNL Land Acquisition and Relocation for Residences 75+ DNL The existing Voluntary Land Acquisition and Relocation Program is amended to include only those properties where a majority of the non-compatible parcel is located in the 75+ DNL noise contour. The City has identified nine (9) potentially eligible properties located within the 75+ DNL noise impact areas1. There are five (5) property owners who have previously rejected participation in the Land Acquisition and Relocation Program. The remaining four properties, which the majority of the property is located out the 75+ DNL, are eligible for the voluntary land acquisition and relocation program, however, the City recommends they consider the sound insulation program. A further discussion regarding these properties can be found in Chapter 5. A Voluntary Residential Pilot Sound Insulation Program (Pilot Program) available to an estimated 10 residential units will be developed to assess the efficacy of certain sound insulation measures given the climate, location, construction techniques, and type of building stock in the area. The purpose of the Pilot Program is to provide a preliminary assessment of 1 The NCP identified 10 properties; however, one property is zoned industrial/commercial and is not eligible. This plan reflects the removal of the property. Burlington International Airport (BTV) Noise Mitigation Plan ● Voluntary Participation ● Approximately 2,600 Impacted Residential Units ● Estimated Annual Cost -$5 million o Residential Sound Insulation o Sound Insulation of Noise Sensitive Buildings o Land Acquisition & Relocation Chapter 2– SUMMARY Burlington International Airport DRAFT Noise Mitigation Implementation Plan 6 the residential units to develop the construction processing, methods, and techniques that work more efficiently and cost effectively, thus maximizing the mitigation funds. The Voluntary Residential Sound Insulation Program (RSIP) includes approximately 2,600 potentially eligible single- and multi- family residential units located within the 65+ DNL noise contour. Properties will be prioritized by two factors: 1.Noise level, beginning with the highest noise contour and working outwards and 2.Municipality, to ensure the Program balances funding to the municipalities most severely impacted. This strategy will help to stabilize the neighborhoods and residential units. The estimated total cost of the Voluntary Sound Insulation Program is $85 million including the Pilot Program. The City will seek funding from the FAA for these programs. Noise grants are typically funded at 90 percent by the FAA and 10 percent by the City. FAA funding cannot be committed in advance. Table 1 includes an analysis of the noise mitigation programs and their anticipated costs for the Land Acquisition & Relocation Program and the Residential Sound Insulation Program. Costs have not been identified for the Sound Insulation of Noise Sensitive Buildings. Table 1: Noise Mitigation Plan Programs and Estimated Costs Program Potentially Eligible Units Estimated Cost Per Unit2 Estimate Cost based on 100% Participation Land Acquisition & Relocation 9 $339,000 $3,051,000 Residential Sound Insulation 2,627 Single Family: $45,000 (65-70 DNL) $50,000 (70-75 DNL) Multi Family: $25,000 (65-70 DNL) $30,000 (70-75 DNL) $85,530,000 Note: The total program cost cannot be determined by totaling the 100% participation column. Properties may fall into more than one program category. 2 Costs are based on estimates provided in the 2020 Updated Noise Compatibility Program Chapter 3: Voluntary Sound Insulation Program Burlington International Airport DRAFT Noise Mitigation Implementation Plan 7 Voluntary Sound Insulation Program • 2,627 Impacted Residential Units • Eligible for FAA Funding • Located within the 65+ DNL and higher • Acoustical Rated Products • Estimated Program Cost - $85 Million • Average Cost Per Unit: • Single Family - $45,000-$50,000 • Multi-Family - $25,000-$30,000 • Ensures Neighborhood Cohesion • Anticipate 50 Homes Per Year 3 Voluntary Sound Insulation Program Overview – Voluntary Sound Insulation A Voluntary Residential Sound Insulation Program will be offered to all eligible residential properties located within the 65+ DNL noise contour. These properties are located within Chittenden County. The Voluntary Sound Insulation Program will apply acoustical treatments designed to reduce aircraft noise to a home. The treatments include, but are not limited to, upgrading windows, doors and ventilation systems to achieve an interior noise level of 45 DNL. This large-scale program will incorporate the assessment results of the Voluntary Residential Pilot Sound Insulation Program (Pilot Program). The Voluntary Sound Insulation Program will follow FAA guidelines3 to ensure the program installs the proper treatments and achieves the necessary noise reduction. There are approximately 2,600 single-family and multi-family residences that would be eligible for this program. Residences located in the 75 DNL and higher are not eligible for sound insulation. However, use of high resolution terrain elevation data in the noise models resulted in several small isolated areas (pockets) of 75 DNL within the 70 DNL contour. This resulted in four properties being classified in the 75 DNL contour4. . The City recognizes that future NEM updates may shift these 75 DNL “pockets” to other areas in the neighborhood. The properties are located along Kirby Rd, and are contiguous to each other. Each property slightly touches the edge of the 75 DNL “pocket”. Acquisition of these properties will disrupt 3 FAA Order 5100.38D, Change 1, Appendix R 4 The five residences are 79 Kirby Rd, 95 Kirby Rd, 97 Kirby Rd, 40 Queensbury Rd and 106 Ethan Allen Drive. Chapter 3: Voluntary Sound Insulation Program Burlington International Airport DRAFT Noise Mitigation Implementation Plan 8 the continuity of the neighborhood. The City proposes to allow the four (4) residences to be eligible for the Residential Sound Insulation Program The table below identifies the approximate number and type of homes by noise contour band. Table 2: Voluntary Sound Insulation Program, Housing Units, by Type Unit Type 65-70 DNL 70-75 DNL Total Single-family 781 97 878 Multi-family 1,563 186 1,749 Total 2,344 283 2,627 Objective The purpose of this program is to mitigate estimated noise exposure attributable to civilian and military aircraft operations in an environmentally sensitive manner. Simultaneously, maintaining the City’s and affected communities’ desire to preserve the residential areas located near the airport, ensure the communities remain stable, and continue to provide a source of affordable housing for the region. The program will provide relief from aircraft noise for residents by upgrading interior living areas. By replacing windows, doors and ventilation systems with acoustically rated products noise reduction is achieved for the property. The FAA designates the noise impact areas as the properties located within the 65+ DNL noise contour. Project Eligibility To be eligible for the Voluntary Sound Insulation Program, a property owner must: ●Own a legally permitted eligible residential structure located within the project boundaries; ●Ensure the structure is free of major building code violations; ●Have an existing interior noise level of 45 dB DNL or higher as determined by an acoustical test; ●Enter into a Homeowner Participation Agreement with the City. Project Area The Residential Sound Insulation Program project area includes the 65+ DNL of the 2023 noise contour. The geographic area is located within Chittenden County and comprised of six local municipalities located to the east, west, north and south of the airport. These areas are defined as City of Burlington, Town of Colchester, Town of Essex, City of South Burlington, Town of Williston and City of Winooski. Chapter 3: Voluntary Sound Insulation Program Burlington International Airport DRAFT Noise Mitigation Implementation Plan 9 The following map identifies all residential properties within the 65+ DNL noise contour. Each property will be assigned a preliminary noise level which will assist with prioritization of the properties. . Chapter 3: Voluntary Sound Insulation Program Burlington International Airport DRAFT Noise Mitigation Implementation Plan 10 Figure 2: 2023 Noise Exposure Map, Residential Parcels by Noise Level (DNL) Noise Level by DNL Noise Contour (DNL) Chapter 3–Voluntary Sound Insulation Program Burlington International Airport DRAFT Noise Mitigation Implementation Plan 11 City of Burlington This area contains approximately 341 residential units which may be eligible for the Residential Sound Insulation Program. The table below details the housing units in this area. Table 3: City of Burlington Housing Units, by Type and Noise Level Unit Type 65 - 70 DNL 70 - 75 DNL Total Single-Family 51 0 51 Multi-Family 209 81 290 Total 260 81 341 Town of Colchester This area contains approximately 22 residential units which may be eligible for the Residential Sound Insulation Program. The table below details the housing units in this area. Table 4: Town of Colchester Housing Units, by Type and Noise Level Type of Unit 65 to 70 DNL 70 to 75 DNL Total Single-Family 9 0 9 Multi-Family 13 0 13 Total 22 0 22 City of South Burlington This area contains approximately 810 residential units which may be eligible for the Residential Sound Insulation Program. The table below details the housing units in this area. Table 5: City of South Burlington Housing Units, by Type and Noise Level Type of Unit 65 to 70 DNL 70 to 75 DNL Total Single-Family 356 96 452 Multi-Family 344 14 358 Total 700 110 810 Chapter 3–Voluntary Sound Insulation Program Burlington International Airport DRAFT Noise Mitigation Implementation Plan 12 Town of Williston This area contains approximately 112 residential units which may be eligible for the Residential Sound Insulation Program. The table below details the housing units in this area. Table 6: Town of Williston Housing Units, by Type and Noise Level Type of Unit 65 to 70 DNL 70 to 75 DNL Total Single-Family 105 1 106 Multi-Family 4 2 6 Total 109 3 112 City of Winooski This area contains approximately 1,342 residential units which may be eligible for the Residential Sound Insulation Program. The table below details the housing units in this area. Table 7: City of Winooski Housing Units, by Type and Noise Level Type of Unit 65 to 70 DNL 70 to 75 DNL Total Single-Family 260 0 260 Multi-Family 993 89 1,082 Total 1,253 89 1,342 Town of Essex There are no residential units located within the 65+ DNL noise contour in the Town of Essex. Prioritization of Properties This prioritization plan for the Residential Sound Insulation Program outlines the recommended approach for the selection and phasing of approximate 2,600 residential units located within the approved 2023 Noise Contour. This plan assumes a 100% voluntary participation rate; however final participation and eligibility will be determined through participant response and acoustical testing. Key Factors Factors that were analyzed during the development of the recommended prioritization plan include the following: Noise Contour Level, Community Equity, Housing Type, Socioeconomic Status and Anticipated Funding. A summary of each factor is provided and how this factor Chapter 3–Voluntary Sound Insulation Program Burlington International Airport DRAFT Noise Mitigation Implementation Plan 13 influenced prioritization. A final recommendation for the prioritization approach is provided at the end of the report. Noise Contour Exterior DNL The noise contour exterior DNL level of a residence is determined based upon the location of the property in relation to the noise contours in the approved 2023 Noise Contour. Homes will prioritized based upon location starting at the highest noise exposure contours first. This is a particularly straightforward approach if all potentially eligible properties are located within one municipality or community. The table below outlines the number of residential units located in each DNL contour. Table 8: Estimated Potentially Eligible Units by DNL Contour Municipality 70-75 DNL (# of units) 65-70 DNL (# of units) Total Potentially Eligible All Municipalities 283 2344 2627 Consideration: Based on this factor, selection for participation would be offered to homes in the higher noise contour bands, working outward to the lower DNL contour level bands. Priority will be provided to the 283 residential units located with the 70-75 DNL contour prior to the residential units located within the 65-70 DNL contour. Community Equity The approved 2023 Noise Exposure Map includes residential units in five (5) municipalities: the cities of Burlington, South Burlington and Winooski and the towns of Colchester and Willison. The table below shows the number of residential units in each Municipality and exterior DNL. Table 9: Potentially Eligible Units by Municipality and DNL Contour Municipality 70-75 DNL (# of units) 65-70 DNL (# of units) Total Potentially Eligible % of Total Burlington 81 260 341 13% Colchester 0 22 22 1% South Burlington 110 700 810 31% Williston 3 109 112 4% Winooski 89 1253 1342 51% All Municipalities 283 2344 2627 100% An important element of the implementation of the noise mitigation program is community relations. When there is more than one impacted municipality, selecting units based solely on the noise contour may result in the perception that one community is receiving priority while others must wait longer. A methodology can be utilized to allow for participation in Chapter 3–Voluntary Sound Insulation Program Burlington International Airport DRAFT Noise Mitigation Implementation Plan 14 most or all of the municipalities while also selecting properties based on the highest exterior DNL levels. Consideration: Based on this factor, selection for participation for each phase would be offered to the highest noise levels in each municipality. This approach ensures all municipalities are provided the opportunity to participate in all phases of the RSIP. Accordingly, each phase of selected homes would include properties from each municipality. Housing Type Potentially eligible residential units are categorized by single family and multi-family residences. Multi-family properties can range from 2-100 units per parcel. Table 3 lists the number of residential units by housing type in in each municipality and exterior DNL. Table 10: Potentially Eligible Units by Housing Type, Municipality and DNL Contour Municipality 70-75 DNL (# of units) 65-70 DNL (# of units) Total (# of units) Single Multi Single Multi Burlington 0 81 51 209 341 Colchester 0 0 9 13 22 South Burlington 96 14 356 344 810 Williston 1 2 105 4 112 Winooski 0 89 260 993 1342 All Municipalities 97 186 781 1563 2627 Consideration: Based on this factor, selection for participation for each phase would be offered to the highest noise levels in each municipality with a consideration for the housing type. Multi-family units can include multi-unit apartment houses, duplexes, condominiums, townhouses and apartment complexes. Since multi-family buildings can range from 2-100 units per parcel, selection must ensure all units of a multi-family building are selected to participate at the same time. Community Socioeconomic Status While the noise exposure contour indicates the exterior noise level of the residences, final determination of the actual noise impact to an individual residential unit will occur through acoustical testing. The five municipalities are similar in housing types and styles. However, the City of Winooski has higher rental rates and a lower median income compared to the other municipalities. The following table summarizes the estimated population by housing type, Municipality and exterior DNL. Chapter 3–Voluntary Sound Insulation Program Burlington International Airport DRAFT Noise Mitigation Implementation Plan 15 Table 11: Estimated Population by Housing Type, Municipality and DNL Contour Municipality 70-75 DNL (estimated population) 65-70 DNL (estimated population) Total Persons (#) Total Persons (%) Single Multi Single Multi Burlington 0 188 118 485 791 14% Colchester 0 0 21 30 51 1% South Burlington 223 32 826 798 1879 34% Williston 2 5 244 9 260 5% Winooski 0 206 0 2304 2510 46% All Municipalities 225 431 1209 3626 5491 100% Consideration: Based on this factor, priority should be provided for municipalities based on socioeconomic status. Accordingly, the City of Winooski should be provided additional consideration due to the higher population and lower median incomes. Implementation Based on the detailed analysis of the above-listed factors and considerations, the recommended approach for prioritization for participation is as follows: 1)Establish available funding – The sound insulation program will determine the number of units available for participation based upon actual funding. 2)Starting with units located in the 70-75 DNL, select units in the highest DNL band for each municipality: a)City of Winooski: 75% of eligible units. Given Winooski’s higher number of eligible units and impacted population, it is recommended the City of Winooski receive additional acceleration for participation for each noise contour level. b)City of South Burlington: 15% of eligible units c)City of Burlington: 8% of eligible units d)Town of Williston: 2% of eligible units e)Town of Colchester: No eligible units 3)For units located in the 65-70 DNL, select units in the highest DNL band for each Municipality: a)City of Winooski: 75% of eligible units b)City of South Burlington: 15% of eligible units c)City of Burlington: 7% of eligible units d)Town of Williston: 2% of eligible units Chapter 3–Voluntary Sound Insulation Program Burlington International Airport DRAFT Noise Mitigation Implementation Plan 16 e)Town of Colchester: 1% of eligible units When multi-family units are selected for participation, the RSIP will ensure all units per parcel are selected for participation. For non-typical multi-family units and/or larger complexes (50+ units), it is recommended these properties are assembled into a multi-family only design package to ensure consistency in the windows and doors for the entire property. Accordingly, these dedicated phases may not meet the above recommended distribution of units by Municipality. Project Schedule An estimated 2,600 residential units located within 65+ DNL noise contour may be eligible for sound insulation. This program will commence upon the receipt of FAA grant funds. Program participation will be offered to the homes in the most impacted noise contour first. Additional homes will be offered participation moving outward to the next level DNL, utilizing the interpolated 1 dB assignments for the residences. The City estimates it will be able to provide funding for approximately 100-125 residences a year with an estimated annual construction cost of $4.5 million. The project schedule (assuming full participation) and assuming no unforeseen delays, estimates a 26 year project timeframe assuming a 100% voluntary participation rate. Estimated Costs and Benefits There are approximately 2,600 housing units potentially eligible for participation in the Voluntary Sound Insulation Program located within the 65+ DNL noise contour. The estimated average cost to sound insulate properties is shown below. Table 12: RSI Program, Estimated Cost by Housing Type Unit Type Number of Units Estimated Unit Cost Estimated Total Single-Family (70-75 DNL) 97 $50,000 $4,850,000 Single-Family (65-70 DNL) 781 $45,000 $35,145,000 Multi-Family (70-75 DNL) 186 $35,000 $6,510,000 Multi-Family (65-70 DNL) 1,561 $25,000 $39,025,000 Total Estimated Program Costs $85,530,000 Chapter 3–Voluntary Sound Insulation Program Burlington International Airport DRAFT Noise Mitigation Implementation Plan 17 Funding Sources – Voluntary Sound Insulation The City will request funding from the FAA for this program as depicted in Table 6. Noise grants are typically funded at 90 percent by the FAA and 10 percent by the City. FAA funding cannot be committed in advance. Property owners may incur expenses such as attorney’s fees to review the Homeowner Participation Agreement, replacement of window coverings or repairing building code issues or other work that will be identified by the consultant team at the time of the design assessment visit. The consultant team will advise the property owners of these costs by prior to any decision by a homeowner to sign the Homeowner Participation Agreement. Table 13: Estimated Average Sound Insulation Program Costs, By Funding Source Funding Source % of Contribution Estimated Funding FAA 90% $76,977,000 City of Burlington 10% $8,553,000 Total 100% $85,530,000 The Sound Insulation Process The process of installing insulating acoustical products into a home takes approximately 18 months from the time the homeowner is contacted by the City’s representative to participate until construction is finished on the home. The estimated length of time for this process is a function of the total number of participants in a construction package, FAA grant cycles and the time needed for the custom windows and doors to be manufactured. The figure below depicts the sound insulation phases and timeline. Once a property owner agrees to participate in the RSI Program, the City’s consultant team will conduct an acoustical test to determine the unit’s interior noise level. If the test results indicate the residence is above 45 DNL, an assessment will be schedule to develop a recommended construction plan, including products (doors, windows) and materials. During the design process, the property owner will select from the variety of available products, including the style and finish of doors and windows to be used as replacements. Upon completion of the design process, the City will prepare a construction package comprised of approximately 50 units for bid by BTV5. After award of the construction contract, the pre-construction phase begins with the contractor ordering the required custom acoustical products and mobilizing the construction crew. Upon receipt of the products, the property will be scheduled for construction. The construction process takes approximately 30 days per residence. The occupant(s) remains in their home during the construction phase. Most work, all products 5 This is based on participation and total number of homes per year. Chapter 3–Voluntary Sound Insulation Program Burlington International Airport DRAFT Noise Mitigation Implementation Plan 18 installed and systems operational, is accomplished within ten (10) business days. The contractor has the remaining time to finalize construction and close all permits. Figure 3: RSI Program Phases and Timeline Month 1 Months 1-6 Months 7-10 Months 10-13 Months 13-18 Property Owner Signup Design Process Contractor Selection Pre-Construction Construction Chapter 3–Voluntary Sound Insulation Program Burlington International Airport DRAFT Noise Mitigation Implementation Plan 19 The major milestones achieved during each phase of the sound insulation process are shown below. Figure 4: RSI Program Major Milestones Notify of Eligibility Attend Program Briefing Home Is Bundled into Construction Contract Construction Contract is Bid Construction Is Awarded Contractor is Issued Notice to Proceed Conduct Pre Acoustical Testing Create Initial Construction Plans Execute Agreement Select Product Style & Colors Construction of Improvements Begins Contractor Orders Products Home Is Inspected and Completed Design Construction Conduct Home Assessment Chapter 3–Voluntary Sound Insulation Program Burlington International Airport DRAFT Noise Mitigation Implementation Plan 20 Pilot Program As an assessment tool, the City will undertake a Pilot Program to refine the program policies, products and implementation techniques. The Pilot Program will offer sound insulation treatments to estimate up to 10 residential units. The purpose of the Pilot Program assessment is to: ●Identify acoustical treatment recommendations, product alternatives, policies, and procedures that are appropriate for the housing units in the area around BTV. ●Provide an opportunity for noise impacted homeowners to experience the benefits of sound insulation in their neighborhood. ●Create an opportunity for the City of Burlington to showcase homes that received sound insulation under the Pilot Program. ●Identify funding efficiencies. ●Refine management strategies. Property owners in the Pilot Program will enter into an agreement with the City for the design and installation of the acoustical products. Chapter 4–Voluntary Sound Insulation of Noise Sensitve Buildings Burlington International Airport DRAFT Noise Mitigation Implementation Plan 21 4 Voluntary Sound Insulation of Noise Sensitive Buildings Overview Qualified incompatible non-residential land uses within the 65 and up to the 75 dB DNL contours would be included in a sound insulation program. For qualified properties, the City will provide an acoustical treatment package designed to reduce interior noise levels to 45 DNL and provide a minimum reduction of 5 dB from the existing interior noise level in accordance with FAA guidelines.6 The Program shall identify the eligible property owners and approach them with the opportunity to receive an acoustical treatment package. Objective The purpose of this program is to mitigate estimated noise exposure attributable to civilian and military aircraft operations in an environmentally sensitive manner. The program will provide relief from aircraft noise for non-residential by upgrading interior living areas. By replacing windows, doors and ventilation systems with acoustically rated products noise reduction is achieved for the property. The FAA designates the noise impact areas as the properties located within the 65+ DNL noise contour. Project Eligibility There are approximately 24 noise sensitive buildings, including places of worship, learning centers, and care centers, located within the 65 and 70 DNL contours. Implementation The City shall identify the eligible property owners and approach them with the opportunity to receive an acoustical treatment package. Project Schedule This measure would be implemented after the Residential Sound Insulation Program is completed and upon on the availability of funding. 6 FAA Order 5100.38D “Airport Improvement Program Handbook”, Appendix R “Noise Compatibility Planning/Projects”, Change 1, effective date February 26, 2019. Sound Insulation of Noise Sensitive Buildings •24 Noise Sensitive Units •Eligible for FAA Funding •Located within 65 to 75 DNL contour •Acoustically Rated Products •May Require Avigation Easement Chapter 4–Voluntary Sound Insulation of Noise Sensitve Buildings Burlington International Airport DRAFT Noise Mitigation Implementation Plan 22 Estimated Costs and Benefits Costs for these parcels have not been developed. A more in depth study of these facilities will need to be undertaken to develop cost estimates and prioritization. Funding Sources Funding would be provided by the FAA and the City utilizing AIP grant funds. Chapter 5– Voluntary Land Acquisition and Relocation Program Burlington International Airport DRAFT Noise Mitigation Implementation Plan 23 5 Voluntary Land Acquisition and Relocation Program Overview A voluntary Land Acquisition and Relocation Program will provide for the purchase of single family properties where a majority of the parcel is located within the 2023 75+ DNL contour. Objective This measure converts incompatible residential land use to uses that are more compatible with aircraft noise levels. Project Area There are 9 properties identified as touching the 75 DNL contour (Figures 5). Five of the properties were included in the most recent AIP grant for land acquisition and each owner rejected the City’s offer to purchase. Use of high resolution terrain elevation data in the noise models resulted in several small isolated areas (pockets) of 75 DNL within the 70 DNL contour. This resulted in five properties being classified in the 75 DNL contour. Four of the properties, located along Kirby Rd, are contiguous to each other and slightly touch the edge of one of the 75 DNL pockets. Acquisition of these properties disrupts the continuity of the neighborhood. The fifth property is located north of the Airport on a very large parcel which touches the 75 DNL but the building is not located near the 75 DNL contour. Land Acquisition & Relocation Program •10 Eligible Single Family Properties •Eligible for FAA Funding •Located within 75+ DNL Contour •Estimated Program Cost – $3 Million Chapter 5– Voluntary Land Acquisition and Relocation Program Burlington International Airport DRAFT Noise Mitigation Implementation Plan 24 Figure 5: Properties Located within the 75 DNL 2023 Noise Contour, South of Airport Chapter 5– Voluntary Land Acquisition and Relocation Program Burlington International Airport DRAFT Noise Mitigation Implementation Plan 25 Project Eligibility Eligibility for the Voluntary Land Acquisition and Relocation Program is limited to non- compatible parcels where the majority of the parcel is located within the 75 dB DNL contour. Each property considered for inclusion in the program also must meet any other eligibility requirements that the FAA may adopt. Implementation The Voluntary Land Acquisition and Relocation Program will follow the Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisitions Policies Act (URA). Eligible property owners will be paid for their property at Fair Market Value, and provided relocation assistance in accordance with the Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of 1970 (the “Uniform Act”) and implementing Department of Transportation (DOT) regulation. The City, in coordination with the applicable communities, developed a Noise Land Inventory and Reuse Plan for the acquired properties.7 Project Schedule There are 9 properties located within the 75 DNL contour. Five of the properties have previously declined participation in this program. Four additional properties are affected due to terrain and noise modeling settings used in the noise modeling software. The City has asked the FAA to allow these 4 properties to become eligible for sound insulation if they decline land acquisition. For the five properties owners who have previously declined participation, should they desire to sell their property; the City will apply for grant funds to affect the purchase. Estimated Costs and Benefits The table below depicts the estimated costs to acquire and provide relocation assistance to the 9 residences located primarily within the 75+ DNL contour. Table 14: Land Acquisition and Relocation Program Estimated Costs Incompatible Land Use Estimated Total Cost Single Family Units $3,051,000 Funding Sources The City will seek funding from the FAA for these programs. Noise grants are typically funded at 90 percent by the FAA and 10 percent by the City. 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