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.
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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).
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