Loading...
HomeMy WebLinkAboutSD-05-51 - Decision - 0253 Shunpike RoadCITY OF SOUTH BURLINGTON DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND ZONING RANDALL HART - 253 SHUNPIKE ROAD FINAL PLAT APPLICATION #SD-05-5' FINDINGS OF FACT AND DECISION Randall Hart, hereafter referred to as the applicant, is seeking final plat approval of a project to subdivide a 36,510 sq. ft. lot into four (4) lots consisting of� 1) three (3) footprint lots of 1,060 sq. ft. and, 2) the remaining 36,510 sq. ft. lot, 253 Shunpike Road. The Development Review Board held a public hearing on July 19, 2005. Doug Henson represented the applicant. Based on testimony provided at the above mentioned public hearing and the plans and supporting materials contained in the document file for this application, the Development Review Board finds, concludes, and decides the following: FINDINGS OF FACT 1. The applicant is seeking final plat approval of a project to subdivide a 36,510 sq ft. lot into four (4) lots consisting of: 1) three (3) footprint lots of 1,060 sq. ft. and. 2) the remaining 36,510 sq. ft. lot, 253 Shunpike Road. 2. The owner of record of the subject property is Randall Hart. 3. The subject property is located in the Residential 4 (R4) Zoning District. 4. The plan submitted is entitled, "Lands of Randy Hart 253 Shunpike Road South Burlington, Vermont Four Lot Subdivision Plat", prepared by Lamoureux & Dickinson, dated 5/20/05, last revised on 2/25/05. - 1 - Zoning District & Dimensional Requirements Table 1. Dimensional Requirements R4 Zoning District [Required_ J ♦ Min. Lot Size 6,000 SF _Proposed 1,060 SF Max. Density Max. Building Coverage �l Max. Overall Coverage 4 units/acre _ 20% 40% _n/a_ n/a n/a Min. Front Setback 30 ft. > 30 ft. Min. Side Setback Min. Rear Setback 10 ft. 30 ft_ [[ > loft. _ [ > 30 ft. zoning compliance n/a some of the dimensional requirements are not applicable because no development is proposed at this time ♦ waiver required pursuant to Section 15.02(A)(3) of the Land Development Regulations SUBDIVISION CRITERIA Pursuant to Section 15.18 of the South Burlington Land_ _Development Regulatipl7s subdivisions shall comoly with the followina standards and conditions: _ Sufficient water supply and wastewater disposal capacity is available to meet the needs of the project. According to Section 15.13 of the South Burlington Land Development Regulations, the existing public water system shall be extended so as to provide the necessary quantity of water, at an acceptable pressure. The units on the proposed lots will be connected to the public water system. The South Burlington Water Department has already reviewed and approved the proposed water lines. According to Section 15.13 of the South Burlington Land Development Regulations, the subdivider or developer shall connect to the public sewer system or provide a community wastewater system approved by the City and the State in any subdivision where off -lot wastewater is proposed. The units on the proposed lots will be connected to the public sewer system. The proposed sewer lines are depicted on the plans. The 15' wide force main easement connecting the subject lots to Shunpike Road is depicted on the plans. The City Engineer has already reviewed and approved the proposed sewer lines. MAN Sufficient grading and erosion controls will be utilized during and after construction to prevent soil erosion and runoff from creating unhealthy or dangerous conditions on the subject property and adjacent properties. The proposed subdivision does not involve any construction, so this criterion Is not applicable. The project incorporates access, circulation, and traffic management strategies sufficient to prevent unreasonable congestion of adjacent roads. The proposed subdivision does not involve any construction, so this criterion is not applicable. The project's design respects and will provide suitable protection to wetlands, streams, wildlife habitat as identified in the Open Space Strategy, and any unique natural features on the site. The City's Official Wetland Map indicates that there are no wetlands on the subject property. The applicant has concurred that there are no wetlands on the subject property. The project is designed to be visually compatible with the planned development patterns in the area, as specified in the Comprehensive Plan and the purpose of the zoning district(s) in which it is located. The proposed subdivision is compatible with the planned development patterns of the R4 Zoning District, as outlined in Section 4.03(A) of the Land Development Regulations. Open space areas on the site have been located in such a way as to maximize opportunities for creating contiguous open spaces between adjoining parcels andlor stream buffer areas. This criterion is not applicable to the proposed project. The layout of a subdivision or PUD has been reviewed by the Fire Chief or (designee) to ensure that adequate fire protection can be provided. The proposed subdivision does not warrant review by the South Burlington Fire Chief. Roads, recreation paths, stormwater facilities, sidewalks, landscaping, utility lines and lighting have been designed in a manner that is compatible with the extension of such services and infrastructure to adjacent landowners. This requirement is being met. Roads, utilities, sidewalks, recreation paths, and lighting are designed in a manner that is consistent with City utility and roadway plans and maintenance standards. This requirement is being met. The project is consistent with the goals and objectives of the Comprehensive Plan for the affected district(s). SIB The proposed subdivision is in conformance with the South Burlington Comprehensive Plan. Lot Layout. According to Section 15.10 of the South Burlington Land Development Regulations, a minimum width to length ratio of one to five (1:5) shall be used as a guideline by the Development Review Board in evaluating lot proportions. Square or roughly square lots shall not be approved. The large lot (36,510 square feet) that will result from the proposed subdivision will be in compliance with this guideline. The footprint lots proposed through this subdivision do not need to comply with this guideline. DECISION ` D Motion by G LZZ Qt4(h16V , seconded by 10, L� to approve FinAl Plat Application #SD-05-51 of Randall Hart, subject to the foll wing conditions: 1. All previous approvals and stipulations shall remain in full effect, except as amended herein. 2. This project shall be completed as shown on the plat submitted by the applicant and on file in the South Burlington Department of Planning and Zoning. 3. For purposes of planning and zoning, the four (4) lots included in this subdivision shall be considered one (1) 39,690 square -foot lot, as originally approved on January 18, 2005. The applicant will be required to record a "Notice of Conditions" to this effect which has been approved by the City Attorney prior to recording the final plat plan. 4. Any changes to the final plat plan shall require approval of the South Burlington Development Review Board. 5. The final plat plan (survey plat) shall be recorded in the land records within 90 days or this approval is null and void. The plan shall be signed by the Board Chair or Clerk prior to recording. Prior to recording the final plat plan, the applicant shall submit a copy of the survey plat in digital format. The format of the digital information shall require approval of the Director of Planning and Zoning. Mark Behr — present Chuck Bolton Oe%W)7nay/abstain/not e nay/abstain/not present John Dinklage — e /nay/abstain/not present Roger Farley — nay/abstain/not present Larry Kupferman — /nay/abstain/not present Gayle Quimby — e /nay/abstain/not present Motion carried by a vote of l9- 6 - 0 Signed this day of July 2005, by John Dinkl ge, Chair Please note: You have the right to appeal this decision to the Vermont Environmental Court, pursuant to 24 VSA 4471 and VRCP 76 in writing, within 30 days of the date this decision is issued. The fee is $225.00. If you fail to appeal this decision, your right to challenge this decision at some future time may be lost because you waited too long. You will be bound by the decision, pursuant to 24 VSA 4472 (d) (exclusivity of remedy; finality). -5-