HomeMy WebLinkAboutSD-04-88 - Decision - 0251 Shunpike RoadCITY of SOUTH BURLINGTON
DEPARTMENT of PLANNING AND ZONING
RANDALL HART - 251 SHUNPIKE ROAD
FINAL PLAT APPLICATION #SD-04-88
FINDINGS of FACT AND DECISION
Randall Hart, hereinafter referred to as the applicant, is requesting final plat approval to
subdivide a 52,690 square foot lot with a single family dwelling into two (2) lots of: 1)
13,000 square feet (Lot #1), and 2) 39,690 square feet (Lot #2), 251 Shunpike Road.
The South Burlington Development Review Board held a public hearing on January 18,
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 requesting final plat approval to subdivide a 52,690 square foot
lot with a single family dwelling into two (2) lots of: 1) 13,000 square feet (Lot #1),
and 2) 39,690 square feet (Lot #2), 251 Shunpike Road.
2. The owner of record of the subject property is Randall Hart.
3. The subject property contains 1.21 acres and is located in the Residential 4 (R4)
Zoning District.
4. The plans consist of a plat entitled, "Lands of Randy Hart 251 Shunpike Road
South Burlington, Vermont Two Lot Subdivision Plat", prepared by Lamoureux &
Dickinson Consulting Engineers, Inc., dated 8/25/04.
Zoning District & Dimensional Requirements
Table 1. Dimensional Requirements
R4 Zoning District
Required
Proposed
Min. Lot Size
Lot 1: 0.25 acre
Lot 1: 0.30 acre
Lot 2: 0.75 acre
Lot 2: 0.91 acre
A Max. Density
4 units/acre
n/a
Max. Building Coverage
20%
Lot 1: 16.8%
Lot 2: n/a
Max. Overall Coverage
40%
Lot 1: 20.1 %
Lot 2: n/a
Min. Front Setback
30 ft.
Lot 1: 34 ft.
Lot 2: n/a.
�l Min. Side Setback
10 ft.
Lot 1: 17 ft.
Lot 2: n/a.
Min. Rear Setback
30 ft.
Lot 1: 32 ft.
Lot 2: n/a
�l zoning compliance
n/a some of the dimensional requirements are not applicable
to Lot #2 because no development is proposed as part of
this subdivision
SUBDIVISION CRITERIA
Pursuant to Section 15.18 of the South Burlington Land Development Regulations,
subdivisions shall comply with the following 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 existing single-family dwelling is connected to the public water system. Additional units
on the proposed lot will also have to be connected to the public water system. The
proposed water lines are depicted on the plans.
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 existing single-family dwelling is connected to the public sewer system. Additional
units on the proposed lot will also have to be connected to the public sewer system. The
proposed sewer lines are depicted on the plans.
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The City Engineer reviewed the proposed plans and provided comments in a memorandum
dated September 30, 2004. The applicant complied with all of the City Engineer's requests
prior to submittal of the final plat application.
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 project 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.
Lot #1 is currently accessed by a private driveway off of Shunpike Road. The applicant is
proposing to access both the existing single-family dwelling and the proposed lot via a 24'
wide private drive off of Shunpike Road. The existing single-family dwelling will have a
driveway extending from the proposed drive. In addition, the applicant is proposing a 40'
wide access easement across Lot #2, connecting Shunpike Road to Lot #1.
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 deved'opment
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 South Burlington Fire Chief does not need to review the plans for the proposed
subdivision. However, any plans for future development of the proposed lot will need to be
reviewed by the 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.
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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).
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 two lots proposed through this project are in compliance with this criterion.
Other
The applicant is proposing to construct a sidewalk along the property's frontage within
the Shunpike Road right-of-way.
DECISION
Motion by A E- ur'nA/�� seconded by �L
to approve final plat application #S -04-88 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 & Zoning.
3. The applicant shall construct the sidewalk at a location approved by the Director
of Public Works. The sidewalk shall be completed prior to issuance of a
Certificate of Occupancy for any development on Lot #2.
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
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the digital information shall require approval of the Director of Planning and
Zoning.
6. The applicant shall comply with the requests of the City Engineer as outlined in
his comments dated January 13, 2005.
7. The applicant shall comply with the requests of the South Burlington Water
Department as outlined in Jay Nadeau's memorandum dated January 13, 2005.
Chuck Bolton — yea/nay/abstain of pres
Mark Boucher &y-a/nay/abstain no p en
John Dinklage nay/abstain/not present
Roger Farley —a /abstain/not present
Michele Kupersmith — ea ay/abstain/not present
Larry Kupferman — ea ay/abstain/not present
Gayle Quimby — e nay/abstain/not present
Motion carried by a vote of J - O -
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Signed this—Q day of January, 2005 by
John Dinklage, C air
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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