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7. No vehicles or merchandiseshall be displayed or stored in the green
strip_in the front yard.
8. If the existing gravel _parking areas to the north of the 9 paved
spaces is ever raved, a paved drainage swale shall be constructed adjacent
to the westerly boundary and pitched toward Williston Road to prevent runoff
onto adjacent property.
9. The applicant must obtain the building permit within 6 months from
this date.
The motion was seconded by Mr. Burgess and all voted aye.
Consider expired site plan application of Vermont Gas Systems for construction
of a 7500 sq ft office complex and a 10,000 sq. ft. operational center
located at 85 Swift Street
Mr. Jacob asked if there were any changes to the plan from the last time
the Commission had seen it and was told there were not. Ms. Bechtel said
the stipulations of the earlier approval had been met, but #4 was a new one.
It was noted that the State might approve sewage capacity for the operational
center, which will have a flow roughly equal to that of a single family dwelling,
but the office space will have to go on the waiting list. She noted that the
plan needed correction in the width of the entrance drive, which does not scale
out correctly.
Mr. Dooley moved that the South Burlington Planning Commission grant
site plan approval to Vermont Gas Systems, Inc., for the construction of a
500 sq. ft. office complex, and a 10,000 sq. ft. operational center, located
at 8 Swift Street as depicted on a plan entitled "Preliminary Site Man;
Vermont Gas Systems, Inc. Building, Swift :street South Burlington Vermont"
as prepared by Wiemann-Lamphere Architects, dated 3 6 84 and revised 3/28/84
with the following stipulations:
1. That a S10,000 landscaping bond be posted prior to permit.
2. That an eight foot strip of land aloe frontage be dedicated tQ
the City for future road widening.
3. That a bond for the sidewalk construction in an amount determined
by the City Engineer be posted prior to permit.
4. That all storm drain pipe shall be concrete plastic or asbPtos
cement, not meal or aluminum.
5. That the parking lot for the operational center will be reviewed in
one year from occupancy to determine if additional spaces are required
6. That the sewer allocation is 400 gallons per day for the office spac
and 360 gallons per day for the operational center, using actual flow figures
from this business The office will be placed on the sewer waiting list.
and no permit can be issued for this portion until capacity is available._
7. That the plan be amended to
Swift Street will be 35' wide.
Mr. Burgess seconded the motion
show that the driveway entrance from
and all voted aye.
PLANNING COMMISSION
MARCH 13, 1984
The South Burlington Planning Commission held a regular meeting on Tuesday,
March 13, 1984 at 7:30 pm in the Conference Room, City Hall, 575 Dorset St.
Members Present
Sidney Poger, Chairman; George Mona, Mary -Barbara Maher, Peter Jacob, William
Burgess, Judy Hurd, John Belter
Others Present
Richard Ward, Acting Planner; James Lamphere, Carl Cobb, Gwendolyn, Arthur, and
L. Rye; Cathy Davis, Erik Davis
Minutes of February 28, 1984
The February 28, 1984 minutes were approved on a motion by Mrs. Maher
and a second by Mr. Burgess. All voted aye except for Mr. Belter, who abstained
because he was not present at the meeting.
Public hearing on final plat application of Arthur Rye for a two lot subdivision
at 1075 Hinesburg Road continued from 2 28 84
Mr. Ward noted that the applicant had looked into the comments made by
the Commission at the last meeting, and still wished to have a two -lot subdivision.
Mr. Mona asked about entering the City Attorney's letter regarding this
application into the record. Mr. Poger felt that was not necessary, because
the letter just reiterates what the law is, and because the Commission has
addressed the question and made it clear to Mr. Rye what he is giving up by
requesting the subdivision. Mr. Rye said he had talked to his attorney and been
told that they could go ahead and do this. He said nothing would change, except
the boundary line. They have no plans to do anything with the land and that
they were willing to gamble that the zoning in the area would change in the
future. Mr. Poger said the Commission had no objection to the Rye's gambling
on a zoning change.
Mr. Jacob moved that the South Burlington Planning Commission approve
the final plat application of Arthur and Gwendolyn Rye for a two lot subdivision
at 1075 Hinesburg Road as depicted on a plan entitled "Rye - Hinesburg Road W
Property" dated September 1983 prepared by Arthur Rye, with e following
stipulation:
1. That the final plat be recorded within 90 days.
Mrs. Maher seconded the motion.
Mr. Mona asked about including a further comment into the motion. He
was concerned that in 10 or 15 years it would not be clear whether this
subdivision or the change in the Subdivision Regulations had come first. After
that period of time had gone by, it would not be clear who had created the
hardship. Mr. Ward felt the record would show clearly the sequence of events.
The motion carried with Mr. Mona voting no based on a principle of concern.
Site plan application of Vermont Gas Systems, Inc., 85 Swift Street for
construction of a 7500 sq. ft. office complex and a 10,000 sq. ft. operational
center
No one was present to represent the two applications before this one, so
the board postponed them and went on to this one.
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Mr. Ward said the application had been reviewed by the 'Zoning Board on
February 27. The operational center is a facility similar to Green Mountain
Power Co. in Williston. It will be a truck terminal, repair shop, meter shop,
etc. The center is not a permitted use within the Cl zone, so a variance
was required. The lot is 4.2 acres. Part of it is in a CO zone, which will
be crossed with a 15' access road leading to an outdoor storage area for pipes.
At the Zoning Board hearing an adjoining property owner expressed concern about
being able to see the storage area, so a hedge will be put in. There is also
a grade change involved for the storage area. A chain -link fence will enclose
the center and the rear portion of the lot. There is one large tree which
should be saved, he said. Mr. Lamphere, representing the applicant, said that
would not be a problem. Mr. Poger said the tree should show on the final plat.
Mr. Ward said there was a drainage ditch across the front of the property.
The City MianagerW.ngineer wants a sidewalk, but to do that, the ditch will have
to be enclosed.
Mr. Lamphere said Vermont Gas was losing its property in Burlington and
would build the operational center first. The building itself will screen the
back portion of the land from the road. There will have to be some grading
done for the outside storage area. About 4' would be cut. The hedge, plus
the change in elevation, will screen the storage area.
Mr. Lamphere said they would clean the drainageway so it would flow
better and would add landscaping on the site. The office portion of the
building would be two stories.
Mr. Poger noted that the Commission liked to keep drainage ditches
open so they were easier to maintain, but they also required sidewalks.
The Commission agreed it wanted a sidewalk here. The City Engineer/I4anager
sees no problem with piping the water in the ditch.
Mr. Lamphere asked about doing the sidewalk and culvert with phase 2,
the office complex, but Mr. Ward said site work was usually done first. Mr.
Poger said he would have no. objection to a bond being posted for the work,
and a time limit being set.
All lighting will be square down -lights.
Mr. Lamphere said 66 people would work in the building when it was done.
There will be different parking lots for the operational personnel and the
office workers and customers. Mr. Poger said the final plat should show the
number of spaces and where they were. 6-7 trucks will operate out of the
center, Mr. Lamphere said. There will be some handicapped spaces.
Mr. Jacob moved that the South Burlington Planning Commission grant site
plan approval for the application of Vermont Gas Systems, Inc., at 85 Swift
Street for construction of a 7500 sq. ft. office complex and a 10,000 sg. ft.
operational center, as depicted on a elan entitled "Preliminary Site Plan -
Vermon-T--Gas�ys ems, Inc., Building", dated__March 61 1984 prepared by Wiemann-
Lamphere, Architects, with the following stipulations:
1. That a landscaping bond in the amount of $10,000 be posted prior to
issuance of a building permit.
2. That an eight (8) foot strip of land along the frontage of this
property be dedicated to the City for future road widening.
3• That lighting design for the storage and service areas shall be
submitted to the City Planner for approval prior to issuance of a building permit.
4. That a sidewalk be constructed across the entire frontage of this
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property and that a performance bond be posted for the sidewalk, and for the
installation of a pipe under the sidewalk, amounts to be determined by the
City Engineer.
5. That the construction of a sidewalk be completed within a 3 year
period from the date of the application of the original building permit.
6. The parking spaces for the operational center shall be indicated
on the final plan and the number shall be as required by the Zoning Ordinance.
7. This approval shall expire in 6 months.
Mrs. Maher seconded the motion.
Mr. Mona noted that if the building were to be done in two phases,
perhaps a different expiration period should be attached. Mr. Poger felt it
would be reasonable to set a time limit for the entire completion and perhaps
take another look at the plan, in case circumstances have changed in the meantime.
He noted that if no time limit were put on the plan, the applicant would always
have the right to build the front part, and even if conditions had changed
dramatically, the Commission could have no say in the construction. Mr. Lamphere
said Vermont Gas had to know it could build the office area and that an
expiration date would be a problem for them. Mr. Ward felt approval of the
site plan would give Vermont Gas a vested right to build, no matter how long
it took them. Mr. Poger did not believe conditions would change drastically
in this area, but felt the Commission should protect itself against possible
disaster. Mr. Ward did not feel that could be done. He felt that once a permit
was issued for the land use, it was grandfathered. Mr. Jacob pointed out that
the Commission had never done this to any other applicant and Mr. Belter noted
that if the applicant had not told the Commission he intended to build in
phases, they would not have known. Mr. Mona asked about subjecting phase 2
to site -plan approval if it came in later than a certain date. Mr. Ward advised
against a time limit. Mr. Burgess was not sure the building should be grandfathered
forever. He felt a reasonable time limit could be set.
Mr. Mona moved to amend the motion so that stipulation '`7 would read as
follows: "Phase 1 (operational center approval shall expire in 6 months -
by March 15, 1994. Mr. Burgess seconded the motion.
Mr. Poger asked whether this was something the Commission would approve,
and Messrs. Belter and Jacob and Mmes. Maher and Hurd said they would not.
Mr. Poger ruled that since 4 members would vote no, it seemed futile to continue
with it. Messrs. Mona and Burgess withdrew their motion and second.
The motion carried with Mr. I,.on�' a voting no on the principle of concern
over the length of time.
Continue site plan application of LTH Associates, Inc., for lot #9, Bartlett
Woods Development, construction of a 10,000 sq. ft. office complex.
Mr. Davis was now present to represent the applicants. He said storm
drainage would now go down the swale. The number of parking spaces will meet
the requirements. The Commission felt an area should be provided for a dumpster.
Davis said they would have to protect the bank at the rear of the building
very carefully as they constructed the building. It was also noted that Mr.
Ward wanted snow fencing to be put up to protect the trees. This building will
contain professional offices.
Mr. Jacob moved that the South Burlington Planning Commission grant site
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plan approval for the application of LTH Associates, Inc., Mr. John Larkin,
for lot #9 of the Bartlett 'moods development, located on HarVor View Road for,
construction of a 10,000 sq. ft. professional office building, as depicted bn
a plan entitled "New Professional Office building - LTH Associates", dated
March 6, 1984 prepared by Erik Davis Architects, with the following stipulations:
1. That a performance bond be posted in the amount of $20,000 for site
improvements and $8,000 for landscaping, prior to issuance of a permit.
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2. That the tree line located on the northerly property be protected
the use of snow fence during construction and that the removal of trees
c vnoori n Al Q+7nna arQnfPr than ten 10 feet from the rear of the buildi
3. That the handicapped parking spaces be reduced to two and that the;
be properly signed
4. That the sidewalk be constructed across the driveway, according to
the City Engineer's specifications.
5. The. -drawing shall.be.r6vised to show a.space for a dumpster or
trash collection area without taking away any of the present parking spaces._
6. This approval expires in 6 months.
Mrs. Maher seconded the motion.
Mr. Poger asked what the city could do if the applicant did not protect
the trees, as he was asked to do, and was told the city had the power to deal
with such situations.
The motion carried unanimously.
Site plan application of Alan Palmer for lot #3, Muddy Brook Industrial Park
for construction of a 6,000 sq. ft. industrial building
No one was present to represent the applicant, so Mr. Jacob moved to
continue the site plan application of Alan Palmer until March 27, 1984 at
City Hall at 7:30 pm. Mr. Burgess seconded the motion and all voted for it.
Other business
Mr. Ward said that at the last Zoning Board meeting Mrs. Maher had
suggested a joint meeting of the Board and the Commission and a tentative date
of March 20th had been set. Three,,members said they would be unable to make
that meeting. Comrniss°r.
Mrs. Maher said that at the last Commission meeting they had been told
that the Board wanted an indication of how the Commission felt about the
variances which had been requested in regard to University Mall's expansion.
She said the Commission had not been mentioned at the Board's meeting, and
that the plans the Board saw were different from those reviewed by the Commission.
They are no longer requesting a variance on the stream. Mrs. Maher felt that
given the scope of this development and the impact it will have on the city,
the two boards should try to cooperate. She did not want to tell the Board what
to do, but felt they could be better informed.
Mr. Ward noted that the Commission was on record with regard to its
feelings about the variances requested. The minutes of the Commission meeting
discussing this were given to all Board members. Mr. 'lard felt the applicant
had listened to the Commission's comments and responded to them.
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City of South Burlington
575 DORSET STREET
SOUTH BURLINGTON, VERMONT 05403
FAX 658-4748
PLANNER
658-7955
January 13, 1994
Mike Sullivan
Vermont Gas Systems
85 Swift Street
South Burlington, Vermont 05403
Re: Parking Expansion
Dear Mr. Sullivan:
ZONING ADMINISTRATOR
658-7958
Enclosed please find a copy of the Findings of Fact and Decision on the above
referenced project approved by the Planning Commission on November 9, 1993. If
you have any questions, please give me a call.
Si a ely,
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Joe ith,
City lanner
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City of South Burlington
575 DORSET STREET
SOUTH BURLINGTON, VERMONT 05403
FAX 658-4748
PLANNER
658-7955
December 8, 1993
Mike Sullivan
Vermont Gas Systems
85 Swift Street
South Burlington, Vermont 05403
Re: Parking Expansion
Dear Mr. Sullivan:
ZONING ADMINISTRATOR
658-7958
Enclosed please find a copy of the November 9, 1993 Planning
Commission meeting minutes. If you have any questions, please give
me a call.
S C 1 ,
J e Weith,
C ty Planner
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JW/mcp
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PAGE 6
2. This approval is conditioned on the granting of a variance by
the Zoning Board of Adjustment for extension of a nonconforming
use. If such a variance is not granted, this site plan approval
shall be null and void.
3. The applicant shall obtain a zoning/building permit within six
months or this approval is null and void.
4. The applicant shall obtain a Certificate of Occupancy from the
Administrative Officer prior to occupancy of the addition.
5. Any changes to the site plan shall require approval by the South
Burlington Planning Commission.
Mrs. Maher seconded. Motion passed unanimously.
6. 6. Site plan application of Vermont Gas Systems, Inc, to
construct additional parking spaces on a lot containing offices and
operations center, 85 Swift St:
Mr. Sullivan showed the location of the proposed additional four
parking spaces. This area is now a grass strip with no trees.
Mr. Weith requested an accurate landscaping plan from the
applicant.
Mr. Austin moved the Planning Commission approve the site plan ap-
plication of Vermont Gas Systems, inc, to construct additional
parking spaces on a lot containing offices and operations center as
depicted on a plan entitled "Vermont Gas Systems Inc Swift
Street, South Burlington, Vermont," stamped "received" on 9L/93
and prepared by Wiemann-Lamphere, Architects with the following
stipulations:
1. All previous approvals and stipulations which are not superseded
by this approval shall remain in effect.
2. The applicant shall plant evergreen trees along the east
property line to fill in the gaps where cedar was planted but died.
3. The plan shall be revised to accurately depict landscaping on
the site.
4. Three copies of the approved revised plan, which shall be better
quality prints than previously submitted, shall be submitted prior
to issuance of a zoning/building permit.
5. The applicant shall obtain a zoning/building permit within six
months or this approval is null and void.
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PAGE 7
6. Any changes to the site plan shall require approval by the South
Burlington Planning Commission.
Mr. Sheahan seconded. Motion passed unanimously.
7. Site Plan application of Champ Car Care West to convert a 600
sq. ft. car wash office to an auto rental office and construction
of a 25 space parking area on a lot containing a 7 bay car wash and
4,000 sq. ft. detail shop, 2 Harbor View Road:
Mr. Lavigne said the parking lot would be for storage of rental
cars. It will be gravelled.
No issues were raised.
Mr. Austin moved the Planning Commission approve the site plan ap-
plication of Champ Car Care West to convert a 600 sq. ft. car wash
office to an auto rental office and construction of a 25 space
parking area on a lot containing a seven bay car wash and 4, 000 sa.
ft. detail shop as depicted on a plan entitled "Landscape Plan, En-
terprise Car Rental, South Burlington, Vermont," dated 10/20/93 and
prepared by Wiemann-Lamphere, Architects, Inc with the following
stipulations:
1. All previous approvals and stipulations which are not superseded
by this approval shall remain in effect.
2. All exterior lighting shall be downcasting and shielded and
shall not cast light beyond the property line. Any change in ex-
isting lighting or new lighting shall be approved by the City
Planner prior to installations.
3. Prior to issuance of a zoning/building permit, the applicant
shall contribute $308 to the Shelburne Road Intersection Improve-
ment Fund based on 12 additional p.m. peak hour trip ends estimated
to be generated by the proposed car rental business.
4. The applicant shall obtain a zoning/building permit within six_
months or this approval is null and void.
5. The applicant shall obtain a Certificate of Occupancy from the
Administrative Officer prior to occupancy of the office and use of
the new parking lot.
6. Any changes to the site plan shall require approval by the South
Burlington Planning Commission.
Mrs. Maher seconded. Motion passed unanimously.
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MOTION OF APPROVAL
VERMONT GAS
11/9/93
RJB
I move the South Burlington Planning Commission approve the site
plan application of Vermont Gas Systems, Inc. to construct
additional parking spaces on a lot containing offices and
operations center as depicted on a plan entitled "Vermont Gas
Systems, Inc. Swift Street, South Burlington, Vermont" stamped
"received" on 9/9/93 and prepared by Wiemann-Lamphere, Architects
with the following stipulations:
1. All previous approvals and stipulations which are not
superseded by this approval shall remain in effect.
2. The applicant shall plant.�trees along the east property
line to fill in the gaps where cedar was planted but died.
3. The plan shall be revised to accurately depict landscaping on
the site.
4. Three (3) copies of the approved revised plan, which shall be
better quality prints than previously submitted, shall be submitted
prior to issuance of a zoning/building permit.
5. The applicant shall obtain a zoning/building permit within six
(6) months or this approval is null and void.
6. Any changes to the site plan shall require approval by the
South Burlington Planning Commission.
(mo-mcp)
11/9/93
RJB
MOTION OF APPROVAL
VERMONT GAS
I move the South Burlington Planning Commission approve the site
plan application of Vermont Gas Systems, Inc. to construct
additional parking spaces on a lot containing offices and
operations center as depicted on a plan entitled "Vermont Gas
Systems, Inc. Swift Street, South Burlington, Vermont" stamped
"received" on 9/9/93 and prepared by Wiemann-Lamphere, Architects
with the following stipulations:
1. All previous approvals and stipulations which are not
superseded by this approval shall remain in effect.
2. The applicant shall plant trees along the east property
line to fill in the gaps where cedar was planted but died.
3. The plan shall be revised to accurately depict landscaping on
the site.
4. Three (3) copies of the approved revised plan, which shall be
better quality prints than previously submitted, shall be submitted
prior to issuance of a zoning/building permit.
5. The applicant shall obtain a zoning/building permit within six
(6) months or this approval is null and void.
6. Any changes to the site plan shall require approval by the
South Burlington Planning Commission.
(mo-mcp)
Memorandum
November 9,
November 5,
Page 3
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This property located at 100 Allen Road lies within the C2
District. It is bounded on the south by Allen Road, on the east by
a residence and undeveloped land, on the north by a community care
home and on the west by undeveloped land.
Access/circulation: Access is provided via two (2) existing curb
cuts on Allen Road. No changes proposed to the access.
Circulation is adequate.
Coverage/setbacks: Building coverage is 6.5% (maximum allowed is
30%). Overall coverage is 12.7% (maximum allowed is 70%). Front
yard coverage is 5.5% (maximum allowed is 30%).
The proposed addition will meet the side yard setback but the
building onto which the building will be added to lies within the
C.O. zone. This building is therefore a nonconforming use subject
to Section 19.003 of the zoning regulations.
The building located at the southeast corner of the site does not
meet the front yard setback from Allen Road. This structure is a
noncomplying structure subject to Section 19.002 of the zoning
regulations. No changes proposed to this structure.
Parking: No additional parking required.
Dumpster: The dumpster location is shown and it will be screened.
Bartlett Brook Watershed: This site is located within the Bartlett
Brook watershed. Bill Szymanski is not recommending a review of
this project by Wagner, Heindel and Noyes since the impact on the
watershed will be insignificant.
6) VERMONT GAS SYSTEMS - PARKING ALTERATION - SITE PLAN
This project consists of expanding the parking area for a 7,500
square foot office and operations center. This facility was
approved on 12/18/84 (minutes enclosed).
This property located at 85 Swift Street lies within the Cl
District. It is bounded on the north by Swift Street, on the east
by an office building, on the south by Farrell Park and on the west
by a vacant lot, a residence and a body shop.
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Memorandum
November 9,
November 5,
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Access/circulation: Access is provided via a 35 foot curb cut on
Swift Street. No changes proposed.
Circulation is adequate.
Coverage/setbacks: Building coverage is 8.8% (maximum allowed is
30%). Overall coverage is 52.8% (maximum allowed is 70%). Front
yard coverage is 20.4% (maximum allowed is 30%).
Setback requirements are met.
Parking: The site currently has a total of 89 parking spaces and
the applicant is proposing to add four (4) additional spaces for a
total of 93 parking spaces.
Landscaping: There is no minimum landscaping requirement, based on
building costs, for this project. The approved plan shows some
existing Birch and Pine trees in the area to be expanded into
parking spaces. These trees do not currently exist. No
landscaping will be lost due to the parking expansion.
It is staff ' s opinion that the site is adequately landscaped except
for a few gaps along the east property line where cedar was
apparently planted but died. These gaps should be filled with new
cedars.
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The plan does not accurately depict landscaping on the site. An
accurate landscaping plan should be submitted.
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Other: Plan submitted is difficult to read. Applicant should
provide better quality prints.
7) CHAMP CAR CARE - AUTO RENTAL - SITE PLAN
This project consists of converting 600 square feet of car wash
office area to an auto rental office and construction of a 25 space
parking area. The auto rental business has already moved in and is
operating. On 2/2/88 the Planning Commission approved a 2725
square foot quick lube center and a 4,000 square foot muffler
business (now a detail shop) in conjunction with the car wash. The
4,000 square foot building was constructed but the other building
was not.
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City of South Burlington
575 DORSET STREET
SOUTH BURLINGTON, VERMONT 05403
FAX 658-4748
PLANNER
658-7955
November 5, 1993
Mike Sullivan
Vermont Gas Systems, Inc.
85 Swift Street
South Burlington, Vermont 05403
Re: Parking Expansion
Dear Mr. Sullivan:
ZONING ADMINISTRATOR
658-7958
Enclosed is the agenda for next Tuesday's Planning Commission
meeting and my comments to the Planning Commission. Comments from
City Engineer Bill Szymanski and Fire Chief Jim Goddette were sent
to you at an earlier date. Please be sure someone is present on
Tuesday, November 9, 1993 at 7:30 P.M. to represent your request.
If you have any questions, please give me a call.
n erely,
oe Weith,
City Planner
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December 18, 1984 agenda items
12/14/84
Page 3 _
The boundaries are I-89, Hinesburg Road, and a proposed right-of-way
which is a logical land area to designate. It can not be deemed
spot zoning. It will abut the R-1 zone that contains about a dozen
homes on Old Farm Road, --and is contiguous to the I-C and Industrial-
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6) VERMONT GAS SYSTEMS, 85- Swift Street
Site plan approval expired September 13, 1984 for the construction
of a 7500 square foot office complex and a 10,000 square foot
operational center. The office complex is on two floors.
As stipulated by the Commission, the new plan shows a sidewalk
across the front of the property, and a pipe under the sidewalk for
drainage into the ditch. The sidewalk should be completd within
a set period of time.
The plan also shows separate parking for the office and for the
operational center. The office space requires 30 spaces and 38 are
shown. The operational center will have 41 employees; 20 spaces are
shown. If there are two shifts this should be sufficient, other-
wise the Commission should either review the parking situation in
a year, or require additional speces.
The driveway measures 30 feet, although it is labelled at 35' in
width. This should be corrected.
Sewer allocation: The office space should require 375 gallons per
day and the operational center should require 615 (gpd) using the
generous state estimates. The operational center must be placed on
the sewer waiting list, and no building permit can be issued for
this portion.
All other items are sufficient. See Bill Szymanski's memo.
7) FARRELL SKETCH PLAN, East-O-Lake Hotel, Shelburne Road
The applicant proposes to subdivide the present East-O-Lake Inn lot
at 1233 Shelburne Road, into a 4.65 acre parcel for the Inn, and to
allocate the balance to the Farrell Distributing Corporation on
Holmes Avenue, and Allenwood (north of the Inn, and east of the
Vermont Rail Road tracks).
This proposal will clear up the lot distinctions in this area and
will allow the sale of East-O-Lake on 4.65 acres. The 3 new sized
lots will be East-O-Lake at'4.65 acres, Farrell Distribution at
12.97 acres and Allenwood at 8.07 acres. There should be no major
problems with this subdivision. (see map, page 4)
M E M O R A N D U M
To: South Burlington Planning Commission
From: William J. Szymanski, City Manager
Re: December 18, agenda item
Date: 12/14/84
2) CARDINAL WOODS PHASE II
1. The initial cost of building 30' streets, per City standards,
to constructing a 24' street as proposed is about $6.00 per foot.
With minimum single-family lots of 80' frontage (24) this added
cost is about $240 per lot. In the current tax year 5.2% of the
taxes paid goes to Highway Department. Their responsibility is
maintenance of City streets which includes repairs, repaving,
plowing, salting, sweeping streets and sidewalks, cleaning and
repairing storm drains, operating and maintaining landfill, and
maintaining City Parks and cemeteries. For a property paying
$1,000 in taxes, this amounts to $52 per year. The City maintains
heavy snow removal equipment that can handle all expected snow
fall. There is very little private equipment that can handle
say a 24 inch snow fall. We found that out several years ago
when we had in excess of 24 inches. The long term benefits of
a public street far out way the initial extra cost.
Regardless of any agreements, private streets can be turned over
to the City for maintenance and repair by future City Council action.
or by those responsible simply abandoning their responsibility;
and with 60 families living there, the City would have no choice
but to step in. All streets should be public at least 30' in
width.
2. Main road island should include curbs to protect it from
vehicles driving upon it. The radii should be increased to
accommodate school busses.
3. Internal street system should include sidewalks.
4. Timberlane sewage pumping station, force main and sewer lines
shall be checked to see if they are adequate to accommodate this
development.
5. R.O.W. to serve the Chetti property shall be shown.
6) VERMONT GAS SYSTEMS, INC.
1. All storm drain pipe shall be concrete plastic, or asbestoes
cement, not metal or aluminium.
8) G.J. ASSOCIATES
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Ms. Jane Bechtel Lafluer
Planning Director
City of South Burlington
Municipal Offices
Dorset Street
South Burlington, Vermont 05401
Re: Vermont Gas Systems, Inc.
Swift Street, So. Burl.
Dear Jane:
Per our meeting of March 27th, we have revised our Drawing
SD-1 to scale indicating 24' parking aisles and 35' access
drive. Also, note changes in landscaping to increase the
value of this work in proportion to the increase in project
size; and changes in building coverage and number of parking
spaces.
The following is a discussion of changes since Site Plan
review approval.
1. Operation center was 10,000 sf
currently 8,800 sf
2. Office area was 7,500 sf
t 31000 1�3 --
currently 10,500 sf
3. Appliance display
(not retail)
4. Total area
was 000 sf
currently 1,200 sf
was 17,500 sf
currently 20,500 sf
S. Number of increased parking spaces as shown = 14
6. Assumed 0 spaces for display area (1,200 sf) and 14 for
additional 1,800 sf of office.
WIEMANN-LAMPHERE, ARCHITECTS • 289 COLLEGE ST. 9 BURLINGTON, VERMONT 05401 • 802-864-0950
Ms. Jane Bechtel Lafluer
March 27, 1986
Page 2
Estimated cost for additional building area of 3,000 sf =
$150,000.
Please note that the graveled area behind the building noted
as service yard is largely undefined and is intended to handle
any overflow parking required.
Thank you for your continued patience. Please call if I can
provide any further information.
Sincerely,
WIEMANN-LAMPHERE ARCHITECTS, INC.
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575 DORSET STREET
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PLANNER
658-7955
ZONING ADMINISTRATOR
658-7958
April 11, 1986
Dennis B. Webster
Wiemann-Lamphere Architect
289 College Street
Burlington, Vermont 05401
Re: Vermont Gas, Inc., Swift Street
Dear Dennis:
I have reviewed the revised plan for Vermont Gas dated
3/6/84 and last revised 3/27/86 and your letter of March
27, 1986. These changes will not require a new site plan
approval. However, the landscaping value of the proposed
honey locust plantings is approximately $2200. The additional
plantings must be valued at $4500. Please amend the plan
within 30 days. I would prefer larger trees rather
than additonal trees since your proposed landscaping plan
is sufficient in number.
Sincerely,
Jane B. Lafleur,
City Planner
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575 DORSET STREET
SOUTH BURLINGTON, VERMONT 05403
FAX 658-4748
PLANNER
658-7955
October 15, 1993
Mike Sullivan
Vermont Gas Systems
85 Swift Street
South Burlington, Vermont 05403
Re: Parking Expansion
Dear Mr. Sullivan:
ZONING ADMINISTRATOR
658-7958
Enclosed please find some preliminary comments on the above
referenced project from City Engineer Bill Szymanski, Fire Chief
Jim Goddette and myself. Please respond to these comments with
additional information and/or revised plans by no later than
Friday, October 29, 1993.
If you have any questions, please give me a call.
Sincerely,
9 ;U
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Raymond J. Belair,
Zoning and Planning Assistant
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M E M O R A N D U M
To: Project Files P 6
From: Raymond J. Belair, Zoning and Planning Assistant
Re: Preliminary Comments, November 9, 1993 agenda items
Date: October 15, 1993
VERMONT GAS SYSTEMS - PARKING ALTERATION - SITE PLAN
--- plan as submitted is acceptable.
CHAMP CAR CARE - AUTO RENTAL - SITE PLAN
--- plan should be revised to accurately show locations of pole
lights.
--- provide lighting details for all exterior lighting and show
locations of building mounted lights.
--- plan shows six (6) existing parking spaces northwesterly of
the car wash which do not exist.
--- provide square footage of proposed auto rental office.
--- provide front yard coverage percentage along Harbor View Road.
--- staff recommends landscaping in the form of shrubs and trees
between the new parking area and Harbor View Road.
--- provide number of employees who occupied the space now
proposed for auto rental.
--- almost all the landscaping required as part of the approval of
the car care building was never planted. All landscaping not
planted must be shown on the plan as "to be planted" and all
existing landscaping must be shown. A landscaping schedule
should be shown on the plan for all landscaping to be planted.
--- dumpster must be shown and should be adequately screened.
ALAN GIGURE - 8 LOT SUBDIVISION - SKETCH PLAN
--- plan as submitted is acceptable for sketch plan review.
Preliminary plat
--- a sidewalk should be constructed along the Dorset Street
frontage.
--- applicant should reserve a 17 foot strip along Dorset Street
for dedication to the City for widening of the street.
--- the two (2) lots with access to Indian Creek Drive will add
two (2) dwelling units to a cul-de-sac street which serves
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SO. BURLINGTON PLANNING COMMISSIO�
CHIEF GODDETTE
NOVEMBER 9r1993 AGENDA ITEMS
WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 13,1993
MYERS PROPERTY
DORSET STREET
8-LOT SUBDIVISION
PLAN HAS BEEN REVIEWED ON THE 8-LOT SUBDIVISION FOR
SINGLE HOMES AND AT THIS TIME I DO NOT SEE A PROBLEM
FOR EMERGENCY SERVICE.
ENTERPRISE CAR RENTAL PROJECT 93053
HARBOR VIEW ROAD
PLAN WAS REVIEWED ON THE 25 SPACE PARKING AREA FOR THIS
PROPERTY AND I DO NOT FEEL IT WOULD EFFECT EMERGENCY
SERVICE.
O'BRIEN BROTHERS AGENCY PROJECT # 90130
WILLISTON ROAD
THE ADDITION FOR THIS PROJECT WILL NOT EFFECT EMERGENCY
PROTECTION IF APPROVED.
VERMONT GAS SYSTEMS INC. SWIFT STREET
ADDITION OF PARKING SPACES
THE CHANGES BEING REQUESTED FOR BY VERMONT GAS WILL NOT
BE A PROBLEM FOR OUR DEPARTMENT FOR EMERGENCY PROTECTION
IF REQUESTED.
100 DORSET STREET
USE CHANGE
MOVIE THEATER
THIS PLAN HAS BEEN REVIEWED AND THE CHANGE OF THE USE
FOR THE BUILDING WILL NOT EFFECT EMERGENCY PROTECTION
IF NEEDED FORM OUR DEPARTMENT.
6. &LLE08ROOK HOMES ADDITION
100 ALLE0 ROAD
THE ADDITION FOR THIS PROJECT WILL NOT EFFECT EMERGENCY
PROTECTION IF APPROVED.
M E M O R A N D U M
To: South Burlington Planning Commission
From: William J. Szymanski, City Engineer
Re: Preliminary Comments November 9, 1993 Agenda items
Date: October 15, 1993
O'BRIEN BROTHERS - 1855 WILLISTON ROAD
Plan dated March 1991 prepared by FitzPatrick-Llewellyn, Inc. is
acceptable.
ALLENBROOK HOME - ALLEN ROAD
The approximate 500 square foot addition will contribute an
insignificant amount of storm water run-off to the Bartlett Brook
watershed area. I don't see a need to study the effect.
VERMONT GAS SYSTEMS - SWIFT STREET
Plan received by City September 9, 1993 prepared by Jim Lamphere is
acceptable.
100 DORSET STREET - PETER JUDGE DEVELOPMENT
Plans received June 10, 1993 prepared by Dunn Associates are
acceptable.
MYERS 8 LOT SUBDIVISION - DORSET STREET
1. Lot No. 1 & 2 front on Indian Creek Drive which is a private
street. An agreement between the Indian Creek home owners
association will have to be entered into.
2. Dorset Street curb cuts should be limited to two. A suggested
combination is lots 3,4,5 for one and lots 6,7,8 the other.
CITY OF SOUTH BURLINGTON
SITE PLAN APPLICATION
1) OWNER OF RECORD (name, address, phone #) 863-4511
Vermont Gas Systems, Inc.
2) APPLICANT (name, address, phone #) 863-4511
Vermont Gas Systems 85 Swift Street, So. Burlington, VT 05403
3) CONTACT PERSON (name, address, phone #)g6-4511 Ext. 346
Mike Sullivan Vice President - Operations
4) PROJECT STREET ADDRESS: 85 Swift Street
5) LOT NUMBER (if applicable)
6) PROPOSED USE(S) Extra needed parking
7) SIZE OF PROJECT (i.e. total building square footage, # units,
maximum height and # floors, square feet per floor)
20 X 40 parking Area 800 sq. ft
8) NUMBER OF EMPLOYEES 103
9) LOT COVERAGE: building 8.8%; landscaped areas 47.2%
building, parking, outside storage52.8%
10) COST ESTIMATES: Buildings $ , Landscaping $
Other Site Improvements (please list with cost) $ 2,825.00
Additional parking area appriximate 20 X 40 total new sq footage 800
11) ESTIMATED PROJECT COMPLETION DATE: 11/30/93
12) ESTIMATED AVERAGE DAILY TRAFFIC (in and out) 300
Estimated trip ends (in and out) during the following hours:
Monday through Friday
11-12 noon 12-1p.m. 1-2 p.m. 2-3 p.m.
3-4 p.m. 4-5 p.m. 5-6 p.m. 6-7 p.m.
13) PEAK HOURS OF OPERATION: 7•n0 A_M -8.30 A M - 5.00 to 5.30 P.M.
14) PEAK DAYS OF OPERATION: Monday thronah Frida
DATE OF SUBMISSION 8IGNATUIqE OF APPLI .
DATE OF HEARING
PLEASE SUBMIT FIVE COPIES AND ONE REDUCED COPY (11 X 1.7) OF THE
SITE PLAN WITH THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION:
Lot drawn to scale (20 foot scale if possible.)
Location of streets, abutting properties, fire hydrants, existing
buildings, existing landscaping.
Existing and proposed curb cuts, pavement, walkways.
Proposed landscaping plan (number, variety and size) equal to of
greater than the required amount in the Zoning Regulations.
Number and location of Parking Spaces: (9' x 18') with 22 or 24
foot aisles as required.
Number and location of compact car spaces. (This requires sepa-
rate Planning Commission approval).
Number and location of handicapped spaces as required. (13 feet
by 20 feet in size, one per every fifty spaces).
Location of septic tanks (if applicable).
Location of any easements.
Lot. coverage information: Building footprint, building, parking
and outside storage, and landscaped areas.
Location of site (Street # and lot. #).
North arrow
Name of person or firm preparing site plan and date.
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PRESENT PARKING SPACES
1. 87 Spaces 9' X 18' with aisles as required 3 of the 87 are
marked for customer parking only.
2. 3 Handicapped spaces 13' X 20' as required. One is used by
Vermont Gas handicapped employee,
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575 DORSET STREET
SOUTH BURLINGTON, VERMONT 05401
PLANNER
658-7955
January 9, 1985
Dennis Webster
Wiemann-Lamphere
289 College Street
Burlington, Vermont 05401
Dear Dennis:
ZONING ADMINISTRATOR
658-7958
Enclosed are the Findings of Fact from the recent site plan
approval fro Vermont Gas Systems, Inc. Please call if you
have any questions. Can I expect to receive revised plans
soon?
Sincerely,
Jane S . Bechtel,
City Planner
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ROBERT D. RACHLIN
ALLEN MARTIN
JAMES C. GALLAGHER
WILLIAM A. GILBERT
GARY H. BARNES
JAMES G. WHEELER, JR.
WILLIAM W. PEARSON
JOHN H. MARSHALL
LEO A. BISSON, JR.
PRISCILLA K. REIDINGER
MARC B. HEATH
ELAINE KILBURN NICHOLS
WILLIAM W.SCHROEDER
PAUL H. ODE, JR.
KATHLEEN H. DAVIS
GREGORY S. CLAYTON
JILL LANMAN BRODERICK
DENNIS W. WELLS
ROBERT B. LUCE
MICHAEL J. GANNON
WAYNE G. WALKER
CHARLES N. HURT, JR.
December 27, 1985
LAW OFFICE OF
DOWNS RACHLIN & MARTIN
PROFESSIONAL CORPORATION
100 DORSET STREET
POST OFFICE BOX 190
BURLINGTON, VERMONT 05402-0190
TELEPHONE (802) 863-2375
TELECOPIER (802) 862-7512
TELEX 92-1857
Mr. Richard Ward
Zoning Administrative Officer
City of South Burlington
Municipal Offices
585 Dorset Street
S. Burlington, VT 05401
Re: Vermont Gas Systems, Inc.: Swift Street Project
Dear Mr. Ward:
JOHN H. DOWNS
COUNSEL
ST. JOHNSBURY OFFICE:
9 PROSPECT STREET
ST. JOHNSBURY, VT 05819-0099
TELEPHONE (802) 748-8324
TELECOPIER (802) 748-4394
TELEX 888659
At Jim Lamphere's request, I am setting forth here the current
status of the Vermont Gas Systems, Inc. project on Swift Street.
I understand that you have requested confirmation that the
project is, in fact, on -going and in progress.
As you know, Vermont Gas Systems was granted a variance by the
South Burlington Zoning Board of Adjustment on February 27, 1984
and site plan approval from the South Burlington Planning
Commission on March 13, 1984 for construction of a 7,500 square
foot office complex and a 10,000 square foot operations center.
Subsequently, a building permit was issued by South Burlington.
Extensions of the expiration dates of these approvals were
requested and received by Vermont Gas Systems. These requests
were made because of problems associated with obtaining the
compensation due Vermont Gas Systems from the State Agency of
Transportation and the Federal Highway Administration (the
"FHWA") for relocating its current operations center, which sits
in the path of the proposed Southern Connector Highway. Other
than this problem, Vermont Gas Systems is ready to continue the
Swift Street project.
DOWNS RACHLIN & MARTIN
Mr. Richard Ward
December 27, 1985
Page 2
The Vermont Gas Systems project is a result of a relocation
required by a condemnation proceeding commenced by the State of
Vermont in connection with construction of the Southern Connector
highway. Vermont Gas Systems agreed to work out a valuation
settlement with the State of Vermont and the FHWA.
The initial agreement with the State and FHWA is dated March 5,
1984. It authorized compensation to Vermont Gas Systems for the
purchase of the Homer Theriault property on Swift Street. No
other expenditures were authorized under that initial agreement.
Additional supplemental agreements have been executed between
Vermont Gas Systems, the State and the FHWA, authorizing
expenditures associated with permitting and related costs. In
1984, it was contemplated that another agreement would be
executed authorizing the compensation from the State and FHWA for
expenses associated with actual construction of the Swift Street
project.
During the spring and summer of 1985, Vermont Gas Systems was
uncertain whether the Southern Connector project would survive
the pending appeal of the Chittenden Superior Court's necessity
ruling on the Southern Connector. Vermont Gas Systems was unable
to obtain a financial commitment from the State and FHWA for
compensation for the replacement operations facility during this
period of time. I am pleased to report now that the
uncertainties regarding Vermont Gas Systems' ability to move
ahead on the Swift Street project appear to be at an end.
With the apparent resolution of the appeal of the Southern
Connector necessity ruling, the State and FHWA have agreed to
authorize further expenditures relating to the Vermont Gas
Systems Swift Street project. I have attached to this letter a
Memo written by Wayne G. Martin of the State Agency of
Transportation reflecting our most recent meeting. The Memo
indicates that further stages of the project have now been
authorized by the State and FHWA subject to the execution of a
written agreement. (Vermont Gas Systems has every reason to
believe that obtaining the written agreement will not pose a
problem.)
The Memo also reflects that, if the State and Federal
compensation approval process progresses as expected, the project
could go out to bid this spring or summer. Vermont Gas Systems,
certainly, will do all that is required of it to meet that
schedule.
DOWNS RACHLIN & MARTIN
Mr. Richard Ward
December 27, 1985
Page 3
Negotiations with the State and FHWA relating to this project
have been long and difficult. It now appears, however, that the
project is very much back on track.
I understand that Jim Lamphere is providing you with an update of
the work that he has been doing on the project.
Please don't hesitate to call me if you have any questions
concerning this project.
Sincerely yours,
L�tk�
Kathleen H. Davis
Enclosure
cc w/enc: Mr. James H. Dodge, President
Vermont Gas Systems
Mr. Michael Sullivan
December 27, 1984
James Lamphere
Wiemann- U,mphere Architects
289 College Street
Burlington, Vermont 05401
Dear Jim:
Enclosed are the minutes of the Planning Commission meeting
of Dece.r;ber 18, 1984. Please note the sevenstipulations on the
Vermont Gas Systems approval. Aleo enclosed are the minutes
for the Goodrich rezoning. Please call if you have any questions.
Sincerely,
Jane S. Bechtel,
City Planner
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cc: Ralph Goodrich
By -
(kite 1%14)1 ication C ;Acted and Received
CITY OF SOU'I1i BURLIWION
APPLICATION MR SITE PLAN REVIE<J '
1) NAME, ADDRESS, AND PHONE NUMBER OF: A
(a) Owner of Record Homer Theriault
3h4n s 4/1ft, cofI96 A)
(b) Applicant Vermont Gas Systems, Inc.
(c) Contact Person Dennis Webster, Wi emann -Lamphere Architects, InC.
289 College Street, Burlington, Vt. 864-0950
2) PROJECT STREET ADDRESS: 85 Swift Street, South Burlington, Vermont
3) PROPOSED USE(S)• Headquarters & operational center
4) SIZE OF PROJECT (i.e., # of units, floor area, etc.) 4.2 acres
ofice- ?
5) NUMBER OF EMPLDYEES (full & part time) sixty-six (66)
6) COST ESTIMATES:
(a) Buildings 605,000.00
(b) Landscaping 12,500:00 (plant material & labor, exclusive of seeding)
(c) All Other Site Improvements (i.e., curb work) $70,000. for fencing,
paving, seeding, sidewalk, etc.
7) ESTIMATED PR1 a7F•JCI' CC[APLhTION DATE Spring, 1985
8) FsrimATED AVEYAGE DAILY TRAFFIC (in & out) see attached sheet
9) Pt 7'K HOUR(S) OF OPF_r2ATION 7: 30 AM - 5: 00 PM
10) PI -AK DAYS Ol' OPERATION Monday through Friday
8 1984 October � ----- _ ----- --- ---- - - ----- --- - ---- -- - - --- --- -
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TRAFFIC ANALYSIS - Item 8 of Application for Site Plan Review Sheet
for Vermont Gas Systems
Total Employees
Employees in office area
Employees in operation center
Traffic/office area:
@3.59 trips/employee*
@12.3 trips/1,000 s.f.*
Traffic/operations center:
@4.26 trips/employee*
@5.01 trips/1,000 s.f.*
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89.75 trips/day
92.25 trips/day
174.66 trips/day
50.10 trips/day
*statistics based on national standards used by:
Chittenden County Regional Planning Commission
WIEMANN-LAMPHERE ARCHITECTS, INC.
289 COLLEGE STREET
BURLINGTON, VERMONT 05401
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Date Received _ By —
Date Application Completed and Received
By
CITY OF SOUTH BURLINGTON
APPLICATION FOR SITE PLAN REVIE1
1) NAME, ADDRESS, AND PHONE NUMBER OF:
(a) Owner of Record Homer Theriault
(b) Applicant
Vermont Gas Systems, Inc.
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(c) Contact Person Dennis Webster, Wiemann-Lamphere Architects, In6.
289 College Street, Burlington, Vt. 864-0950
2) PROJECT STREET ADDRESS: 85 Swift Street, South Burlington, Vermont
3) PROPOSED USE(S): Headquarters & operational center
4) SIZE OF PROJECT (i.e., # of units, floor area, etc.) 4.2 acres
5) NUMBER OF EMPLOYEES (full & part time) sixty-six (66)
6) COST ESTIMATES:
(a) Buildings 605,000.00
(b) Landscaping 12,500.00 (plant material & labor, exclusive of seeding)
(c) All Other Site Improvements (i.e., curb work) $70,000. for fencing,
paving, seeding, sidewalk, etc.
7) ESTIMATED PRCX= CCMPLETION DATE Spring, 1985
8) ESTIMATED AVERAGE DAILY TRAFFIC (in & out) see attached sheet
9) PEAK HOUR(S) OF.OPERATION 7:30 AM.- 5:00 PM
10) PEAK DAYS OF OPERATION Monday through Friday
March 8, 1984 _
DATE
SIGNA,CLJI2E OF APPLICANT ✓/— .2 v�
TRAFFIC ANALYSIS - Item 8 of Application for Site Plan Review Sheet
for Vermont Gas Systems
Total Employees
Employees in office area
Employees in operation center
Traffic/office area:
@3.59 trips/employee*
@12.3 trips/1,000 s.f.*
Traffic/operations center:
@4.26 trips/employee*
@5.01 trips/1,000 s.f.*
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89.75 trips/day
92.25 trips/day
174.66 trips/day
50.10 trips/day
*statistics based on national standards used by:
Chittenden County Regional Planning Commission
WIEMANN-LAMPHERE ARCHITECTS, INC.
289 COLLEGE STREET
BURLINGTON, VERMONT 05401
JSB
12/17/84
MOTION OF APPROVAL
That the Planning Commission grant Sit&Plan approval to Vermont Gas Systems,
Inc., for the construction of a 7500 square foot office complex, and a 10,000
square foot operational center, located at 85 Swift Street as depicted on a plan
entitled "Preliminary Site Plan; Vermont Gas Systems, Inc., Building, Swift
Street, South Burlington Vermont" as prepared by Wiemann-Lamphere Architects,
dated 3/6/84 and revised 3/28/84 with the following stipulations:
1) That a $10,000 lanscaping bond be posted prior to permit.
2) That an eight foot strip of land along the frontage be dedicated to the City
for future road widening.
3) That a bond for the sidewalk construction in an amount determined by the
City Engineer be posted prior to permit.
4) That all storm drain pipe shall be concrete, plastic, or asbestos cement,
not metal or aluminum.
5) That the parking lot for the operational center will be reviewed in one year
to determine if additional spaces are required.
6) That the sewer allocation is 400 gallons per day for the office space, and 360
gallons per day for the operational center, using actual flow figures from this
business. The office will be placed on the sewer waiting list, and no permit can
be issued for this portion until capacity is available.
7) The building permits must be obtained 6 months from this date.
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JSB
12/17/84
MOTION OF APPROVAL
That the Planning Commission grant Site Plan approval to Vermont
Gas Systems, Inc., for the construction of a 7500 square foot
office complex, and a 10,000 square foot operational center,
located at 85 Swift Street as depicted on a plan entitled "Preliminary
Site Plan; Vermont Gas Systems, Inc., Building, Swift Street, South
Burlington Vermont" as prepared by Wiemann-Lamphere Architects,
dated 3/6/84 and revised 3/28/84 with the following stipulations:
1) That a $10,000 landscaping bond be posted prior to permit.
2) That an eight foot strip of land along the frontage be dedicated
to the City for future road widening.
3) That a bond for the sidewalk construction in an amount de-
termined by the City Engineer be posted prior to permit.
4) That all storm drain pipe shall be concrete, plastic, or asbestos
cement, not metal or aluminum.
5) That the parking lot for the operational center will be
reviewed in one year to determine if additional spaces are required.
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6) That the sew r allocation is �s gallons per day for the office�t-
space and sjtrl1ons per a for the operational center, using r- +L
ROLO��w'�' .�}°�t ` „ � """ ie'o-�e at- 1--e will be placed on the
sewer waiting list, and no permit can be issued for this portion
until capacity is available.
7) The building permits must be obtained 6 months from this date.
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December 14, 1984
Dennis Webster
Wiemann-Lamphere Architects
289 College Street
Burlington, Vermont 05401
Dear Dennis:
Enclosed is the agenda for the Planning Commission meeting of Tuesday,
December 18, 1984.
Also enclosed are memos from me and Bill Szymanski.
Please call if you have any questions.
Sincerely,
Jane S. Bechtel,
City Planner
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Encls
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3/9/84
..So MOTION OF APPROVAL
That the Burlington Planning Commission grant site plan approval for the application
of Vermont Gas Systems, Inc., at 85 Swift Street for construction of a 7500 square
foot office complex and a 10,000 square foot operational center, as depicted on a
plan entitled "Preliminary Site Plan - Vermont Gas Systems, Inc., Building", dated
March 6, 1984 prepared by Wieman-Lamphere, Architects with the following stip-
ulations:
1) That a landscaping bond in the amount of $10,000 be posted prior to issuance of
a building permit.
2) That a eight (8) foot strip of land along the frontage of this property be
dedicated to the City for future road widening.
3) That lighting design of the storage and service areas shall be submitted to
the City Planner for approval prior to issuance of a building permit.
4) That a sidewalk be constructed across the entire frontage of this property
and a performance bond be posted, amount to be determined by the City Engineer.
(Only if ditch is piped) . -Opod0 /A/ S74 4G47/0O'U 00 r V
5) That this approval expire in 6 months. - 6 �° '`1%0,F,
December 31, 1985
Mr. James Lamphere
Wiemann-Lamphere
289 College Street
Burlington, Vermont 05401
Re: Vermont Gas Systems, Swift Street
Dear Jim:
Based on the information that has been submitted to this office
by Attorney Davis and your office I feel that the permit (#9040)
issued on June 7, 1985 can be renewed. It is my understanding
that Vermont Gas plans to start construction by June 1986. Be
advised that this office will issue a permit for the total
complex (17,500 square foot office and operational center) on
January 2, 1986 with an expiration date of July 2, 1986. 1
must advise you that we will not be able to extend the permit
pass July 1986, if Vermont Gas fails to start, all variances,
permits and approvals must be obtained under a new application.
If you have any further questions pertaining to this matter
please don't hesitate to call. me.
Very truly,
Richard Ward,
Zoning Administrative Officer
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Mr. Richard Ward
Zoning Administrator
City of South Burlington
Municipal Offices
Dorset Street
South Burlington, Vermont 05401
Re: Vermont Gas Company
Dear Dick:
We appreciate your call regarding the permit on the above project.
Obviously, the project has not started construction, however,
substantial progress has been made in the project and it appears
that physical construction will start in the spring as outlined
in the enclosed memo from Wayne Martin of the State Highway Dept.
The project has unfortunately for Vermont Gas been held up in the
bureaucratic process connected with the South end connector. We
are unfortunately in a Catch-22 where the State Highway Dept. would
not approve the purchase of the land until the variance was in place
and the variance ran out before the State approved the purchase
(frustrating).
Since our client, Vermont Gas, obtained the building permit in June
we have been working diligently to get construction started. We
have been working with Vermont Gas refining the program requirements
and building layouts (see attached plan) and preparing budgets,
methods of funding and are at a point where final working drawings
can begin. As you can see by the attached schedule, we appear to
have reached a point where construction can begin in June of 1986.
Unfortunately up until recently our client was unable to get funding
approved by the Dept. of Transportation so the project could not
proceed. This was beyond their control, however, they have spent
substantial time and fees in moving the project to this point which
I believe shows substantial progress.
WIEMANN-LAMPHERE, ARCHITECTS 9 289 COLLEGE ST. • BURLINGTON, VERMONT 05401 • 802-864-0950
-Mr. Richard Ward
December 30, 1985
Page 2
We understand your regulations, however, we would request that with
the work shown on the enclosed plan indicating the progress that has
been made, that you re -issue the building permit, which was obtained
in June, understanding that the actual ground breaking will not take
place until June of 1986.
Our final working drawings will be complete and submitted to the
Dept. of Labor $ Industry and Agency of Environmental Conservation
between February and April 1, 1986 and actual bids will be received
in May of 1986.
We look forward to meeting with you and answering any questions you
may have in reference to this.
Sincerely,
WIEMANN-LAMPHERE ARCHITECTS, INC.
James A. Lamphere
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AGENCY OF TRANSPORTATION
7R1VED
TO:
FROM:
DATE:
SUBJECT:
File
Wayne G. Mart in
December 23, 1985
Burlington MEGC-M 5000(1) C/2
Vermont Gas Systems, Inc.
Parcel 10A, B & C
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OFFICE MEMORANDUM
There was a meeting in Chief of Design Goss, office at 9AM Friday,
December 20, 1985 with the following present:
VT AOT: Frank Bans, Thomas Pierce & Wayne Martin
FHWA: George Jensen & James Bush
1i= rctz- Sulliv;-tn, Eiizabeth Hill, Kathy Davis, Legal Counsel &
James Lamphere, Architect
The present situation was recapped: A Supplementary Agreement to
Agreement between VT Gas & the State, dated April 9, 1984 is being executed
by VT Gas. This is to cover architectural and legal work associated with
the purchase, by VT Gas, of the lot on Swift Street. The architectural
work is set forth in Phase One (page 2) of the Consulting Agreement between
VI' Gas and Wiemann - Lamphere, dated April 16, 1984.
It was noted that Schematic Plans must be received by, and withstand
State and FHWA review prior to authorization of Final Design and
Contract Document development. Such authorization will be by written
agreement between the State and VT Gas.
The most optimistic scheduling is as follows:
4 weeks - review schematic plans and develop the agreement - start
by January 7, 1986
8 to 12 weeks - final design & contract document d�e
velopmn - starting
February 7, 1986 - ending Arpil 7, 1986
4 weeks - review and agreement development starting April 7, 1986 -
ending May 7, 1986
",Beks adv� �is:i-Ig, receipt of t;ids and award of contract -
starting May 7, 1986 - ending June 7, 1986.
It was emphasized by George Jensen that the public position of the
Agency implies that, depending on the-irrmi.nent pump test of the Sludge
Basin, the present alignment may be, subject to change. Accordingly, the
FHWA will not authorize actual construction until the alignment is firmly
committed in a manner that positively destroys the present VT Gas facility.
Construction of the new facility is expected to take from 6 to 8
months. The shorter period will apply if started during summer months.
Also discussed was the method of determining the allocation of costs
where Betterment is involved. Jim Lamphere proposed that a basic plan
Providing functional replacement be submitted for bid along with a plan
showing the Betterment also submitted for bid. The resulting lump sum
bids would reflect the share each to be borne by the State and by VT Gas.
TA 296A 20M 11 /84
Page 2
The architectural fees, along with the allocation of same considering
Betterment, was also discussed. This may be lump sum, acutal cost plus
fixed fee etc. It will likely be lump sum, however, the derivation of the
lump sum must be broken down, including an allocation for the Betterment
portion - but not as a percentage of final construction costs.
WGM/djd
CC: Frank C. Evans, Survey & Plans Engineer
Thomas K. Pierce, Chief of Contract Administration
George Jensen; F.W.
James Bush, FHWA
Mike Sullivan, VT Gas
Elizabeth Hill, VT Gas
Kathy Davis, Legal Counsel VT C-as
James Lamphere, Architect VT Gas
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�r M E M O R A N D U M
To: South Burlington Planning Commission
From: Richard Ward, Zoning Administrative Officer
Re: Next week's agenda items
Date: 3/9/84
3) Palmer, lot #3, Muddy Brook Industrial Park
Plan has been revised to include the concerns expressed by the City Engineer
and this office. See no problems with this plan.
4) L.T.H. Associates, lot #9, Bartlett Woods
Plans has been revised to include the concerns expressed by City Engineer.
His only concern deals with the sidewalk which should be continuous across
the driveway. Curb work will require bonding.
5Y. Vermont Gas Systems, 85 Swift Street
This application was before the Zoning Board of Adjustment on February 27,
1984. The operational center (10,000 square feet) and the outside storage
area was approved by the Board. The area is zoned C-1 District which permits
the office complex (7500 square feet).
The lot contains 4.2 acres with a C.O. District running north and south.
A 15' gravel access drive is proposed to the area being used for outside
storage. Crossing the C.O. District is allowed (section 3.301). The
rear portion of the lot will be fenced, which involves removal of existing
trees, most are grey birch or popular which do not appear worth saving. An
existing cluster of evergreens and birch located on the easterly side of lot
can be saved. During construction these should be protected with snow fence.
Within the C.O. District some of the trees will be removed, most all shurb
trees. I see no problems providing the area is restored. To the rear of
Mr. Aruzza (area of outside storage) existing a large maple tree, the best
tree on the entire site. Mr. Aruzza request that this tree be saved. In
addition, a cedar hedge is being proposed in order to screen the outside
storage area. Mr. Aruzza agrees with this screening. No other residential
unit abuts this site.
Landscaping is the major issue. Credit can be applied to the maple tree along
with the cluster of pine located to the east of the site. The total land-
scaping required is $12,750.
Performance bond for landscaping should be $10,000 with $2,750 credit applied
to existing trees. Section 18.101 (zoning regulations) requires that the
Swift Street right-of-way be increased to 66 feet, existing being 50 feet.
A additional 8 feet must be secured along the frontage of this property.
Should the Planning Commission agree to piping the drainage ditch across the
frontage of this property, then it should consider installation of a sidewalk.
MEMORANDUM
To: South Burlington Planning Commission
From: William J. Szymanski, City Manager
Re: Next week's agenda items
Date: 3/9/84
4) L.T.H. Office.Buildinq, Harbor View Road
1. Sidewalk shall be continuous across the driveway.
5) Vermont Gas Systems, Inc., Swift Street
1. Consideration should be given to the installation of a storm drain system
across the frontage.
2. Any lighting of the pipe storage area or service yard shall be low height
and intensity type so as not to distract the adjacent residential area.
3. Since this is a developing commercial area a sidewalk across the frontage
should be considered especially if it is decided to install a drainage system
across the frontage.
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STATE OF VERMONT
ENVIRONMENTAL BOARD
DISTRICT ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION #
111 West Street
Essex Junction, Vermont 05452
Telephone: 879-6563
MEMORANDUM
TO: All Parties /
FROM: Katherine M. Vose koq
Environmental Board Coordinator
for District #4
DATE: January 28, 1985
RE: #4CO609
Vermont Gas Systems, Inc.
31 Swift Street
South Burlington, Vermont 05401
Franklin and Chittenden Counties
At the conclusion of the public hearing held on January 21,
1985 for the above referenced application, the District Environmental
Commission recessed the proceedings pending receipt of the
following:
a) evidence that this project conforms to the Town of St. Albans
municipal plan; and
b) evidence that this project conforms to the Chittenden County
regional plan in respect to the Town of Essex.
Upon receipt of the above, the District Commission will
review these materials promptly to insure that the submissions
satisfy all outstanding issues. If, as a result of its review,
the Commission deems the record for this case complete, the
hearing will be adjourned on that date and a decision will be
issued within 20 days.
If it is determined that the information is insufficient,
additional submissions will be requested immediately.
If there are any questions on any of the above, do not
hesitate to contact me immediately at 111 West Street, Essex
Junction, Vermont (879-6563).
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STATE OF VERMONT
ENVIRONMENTAL BOARD
MONTPELIER, VERMONT 05602
802-828-3309
MEMORANDUM
TO: Michael Zahner and Katherine Vose
FROM: W. Gilbert Livingston;' Executive Officer
DATE: January 25, 1985
RE: Vermont Gas Systems - application #4C0609
As you are aware, portions of the above project
lie within both Franklin and Chittenden Counties and,
therefore, fall within the jurisdiction of the District
#4 and #6 Commissions. At its regularly scheduled
January 23 meeting, the Board directed that the
application be reviewed in its entirety by the District
#4 Commission based upon the Board's historical
practice of allocating such cases to the District
within which the largest portion of the project lies.
I have enclosed a copy of the Board's January 23
minutes for your records. Please inform your
Commissions and interested parties of this decision.
WGL/h
Enclosure
cc: Peter Meyer
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STATE OF VERMONT
ENVIRONMENTAL BOARD
MONTPELIER. VERMONT 05602
802-828-3309
ENVIRONMENTAL BOARD MINUTES - January 23, 1985
PRESENT: ABSENT:
Margaret P.-Garland, Chairman Ferdinand Bongartz
Lawrence H. Bruce, Jr. Roger N. Miller
Dwight E. Burnham, Sr. Donald B. Sargent
Melvin H. Carter
Warren M. Cone ALSO PRESENT:
W. Gilbert Livingston, Executive Officer
Marty Csala, Law Clerk
The Environmental Board convened at 10 a.m. at the Selectmen's Meeting
Room, Norwich Town Hall, Norwich, Vermont, Chairman Margaret P. Garland
presiding.
1. Marvin T. Gurman - Appeal #3W0424-EB
The Board reconvened the hearing in this matter and took further
evidence concerning Criterion 8. The hearing was recessed until
February 15, if a quorum of the Board is available on that date.
2. Minutes of January 16, 1985
On motion of Bruce, seconded by Burnham, the Board approved the
minutes of January 16, as circulated.
3. Proposed Fee Rule
On motion of Bruce, seconded by Cone, the Board directed its executive
officer to prepare a proposed rule increasing its permit application
fees in an effort to defray the expense of new.positions requested in
the Board's FY 1986 budget request.
4. Vermont Gas Systems - Application #4C0609
On motion of Bruce, seconded by Burnham, the Board directed that the
above land use permit application be reviewed in its entirety by the
District #4 Environmental Commission in that while portions of the
development would be located within the confines of District 6, the
project is located predominantly within District #4.
5. Berlin Associates - #5W0584-2-EB
On motion of Bruce, seconded by Cone, the Board approved the final
draft of its decision in the above matter.
PLEASE DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE
No.:
Filed:
Location
Date:
(Signature of Coor inator
1. APPLICA_+ NAME: Vermont Gas Systems, Inc. Phone #: 863-4511
Address: 31 Swift Street, South Burlington, Vermont 05401
2. Owneris) Name Address Phone No.
See Project Sunu ary
3. Book Page Date of Recording:
4. LEGAL ENTITY Form: Corporation Date Formeil:September 27, 1 83
Place Formed: Vermont Date req. in VT. September 27, 1983
ilt partnership, list names and addresses of all partners on separate sneet..)
5. PERSON TO CONTACT Name: Paula H. Newman Title: j aj As-c;ls ant dr
Address: Downs Pachlln & Martin, 10 Dorset St., Phone t:^ 863-2375 `
i
6. PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
Expansion of transmission and distribution systems over a three-
year period, including a) construction of gas mains, b) installation
of service piping to connect customers to those mains, Q) additional .
meter and regulator installations, and d) installation of equipment
on custom r premises. (See EY ibit B for more detailed e=lanation)
(Include high and low elevations)
Check the municipal services you intend to utilize: Road Maintenance
Police Fire Protection Solid Waste Disposal X Water Supply
Sewage Disposal
7. TOWW See Ed]blt A
Road 1 N/A Name : N/A
S. Attach a copy of town highway map showing the exact location of the project. E�d11bit A
9. ACRES OWNED: Acres involved in project: 77. 5 8 *
10. PROJECT TO BE STARTED: 1984 Conpleted: 1927
11. CONSTRUCTION COST: s 849,000 4 Lots: N/A Fee: $849.00
12. CERTIFICATION: I hereby c-rttty that he
information in the application and the attached
schedules are true and accurate, and that, tar
Act 250 pro,ects only, I have forwarded a com-
plete copy of this application to each of the
parties entitled to notice pursuant to i0 V.S.A.
56084. (Usually the municipality, the municipal
planning commission, and the regional planninq
cosission. )
VERMWr GAS SYSTEMS, INC.
cant Date
BY
Lan owner a ate
James H. Dodge
President
*assumes a 20 foot wide
right of way
S
December 13, 1984
In accordance with Title 10 V.S.A., § 6086, I certify that I have
delivered complete sets of this application and all plans and
attachments to the municipality (Selectmen, Aldermen, Trustees),
the municipal planning commission, the Regional Planning
Commission, and any adjacent municipality and municipal planning
commission adjoining this project. Copies of the application
were delivered to the parties on the attached list.
FEE: $849.00
LIST OF ADJOINING LANDOWNERS AND ADDRESSES: See Project Summary
LOCATION MAP: Attached as Exhibit A to Application
COMMENCEMENT OF CONSTRUCTION NOTICE: Attached
VERMONT GAS SYSTEMS, INC.
By:
James H. Dodge
President
State of Vermont
AGENCY OF ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION
Department of Fish and Wildlife
Departrnent of Forests, Parks and Recreation
D^nartment of Watr,r Resources & Environmental Engineering
Natural Resources Conservation CounaI
December 16, 1986
Paula H. Newman
Legal Assistant
Downs, Rachlin and Martin
P.O. Box 190
Burlington, Vermont 05402-0190
RE: Property Line Adjustment - Vermont Gas Systems
to Ralph R. and Grace S. Aruzza, Swift Street
South Burlington, Vt.
Dear Ms. Newman,
Department of Water Resources
and
Environmental Engineering
Essex Junction Regional Office
111 West Street
Essex Junction, Vermont 05452
I have read your letter to me dated November 13, 1986 and documents
enclosed with your letter which included the proposed Quitclaim Deed
for the above referenced property line adjustment. I concur with
the approach and wording of the quitclaim deed.
It is understood that the 122.47 foot by 10.77 foot by 122.52 foot
by 7.30 foot lot being conveyed will remain a part of the Ralph R.
and Grace S. Aruzza lot. Reconveyance of the subject lot will require
prior authorization by the Agency of Environmental Conservation.
Please note, this letter represents the opinion of the Protection
Division. Other approvals by the Act 250 Commission #4 and the
City of South Burlington may be required.
Very truly yours,
Ernest P. Christianson
Regional Engineer
EPC/aml
cc: Katherine M. Vose
City of South Burlington v
Mr. Michael Zahner
District Coordinator
District Environmental Commission No. 6
State Office Building
81 River Street
Montpelier, VT 05602
Planning Commission
c/o Mr. Randy Kamerbeek
Director of City Planning
City of Burlington
City Hall
Burlington, VT 05401
City of Burlington
Board of Aldermen
City Clerk's Office
City Hall
Burlington, VT 05401
Planning Commission
c/o Mr. Allen Benjamin
Development Administrator
Colchester Town Offices
Blakely Road
Colchester, VT 05446
Town of Colchester
Board of Selectmen
Post office Box 55
Colchester, VT 05446
Planning Commission
c/o Ms. Beth Rosenberg
Town Manager
Town of Essex Offices
81 Main Street
Essex Junction, VT 05452
Town of Essex
Board of Selectmen
Town of Essex Offices
81 Main Street
Essex Junction, VT 05452
Planning Commission
c/o Mr. Michael Dondes
Zoning Enforcement Officer
Village of Essex Junction Offices
2 Lincoln Street
Lincoln Hall
Essex Junction, VT 05452
Village of Essex Junction
Board of Trustees
Village of Essex Junction Offices
2 Lincoln Street
Lincoln Hall
Essex Junction, VT 05452
Planning Commission
c/o Mr. William Mathews, Chairman
Georgia Town Clerk's Office
RD #2
St. Albans, VT 05478
Town of Georgia
Board of Selectmen
Georgia Town Clerk's Office
RD #2
St. Albans, VT 05478
Planning Commission
c/o Mr. Fernand Gagne
Highgate Zoning Administrator
Route 2
Swanton, VT 05488
Town of Highgate
Board of Selectmen
Highgate, VT 05459
Planning Commission
c/o Ms. Angela Barsalaw
Acting Zoning Administrator
Town of Milton
Box 18
Clark Memorial Building
Milton, VT 05468
Town of Milton
Board of Selectmen
Post Office Box 9
Milton, VT 05468
Planning Commission
c/o Mr. Robert Smith
Zoning Administrator
City of St. Albans
City Hall
P. 0. Box 867
Main Street
St. Albans, VT 05478
City of St. Albans
Board of Aldermen
City Hall
100 North Main Street
St. Albans, VT 05478
Planning Commission
c/o Mr. Robert Corliss
Zoning Administrator
Town of St. Albans
Post Office Box 37
St. Albans Bay, VT 05481
Town of St. Albans
Board of Selectmen
Town Clerk's Office
Post Office Box 37
St. Albans Bay, VT 05481
Planning Commission
c/o Mr. Bert Moffat
Town of Shelburne
Box 88, Town Hall
Shelburne, VT 05482
Town of Shelburne
Board of Selectmen
Town Offices
Shelburne, VT 05482
Planning Commission
c/o Ms. Jane Bechtel
City Planner
City of South Burlington
575 Dorset Street
South Burlington, VT 05401
City of South Burlington
Board of Aldermen
575 Dorset Street
South Burlington, VT 05401
Planning Commission
c/o Mr. George Gerecke, Chairman
Town of Williston Planning Commission
General Electric Co.
Lakeside Avenue
Burlington, VT 05401
Town of Williston
Board of Selectmen
Town Hall
Williston, VT 05495
Planning Commission
c/o Mr. Ren Barlow
City Planner
City of Winooski
27 West Allen Street
Winooski, VT 05404
City of Winooski
Board of Aldermen
City Hall
27 West Allen
Winooski, VT 05404
Chittenden Co. Regional Planning Commission
P. 0. Box 108
58 Pearl Street
Essex Junction, VT 05452
Franklin -Grand Isle Regional
Planning and Development Commission
26 Lake Street
St. Albans, VT 05478
FOR INFORMATION ONLY
Ms. Giovanna Peebles
State Archeologist
Division for Historic Preservation
Development and Community Affairs
State Pavilion Office Building
109 State Street
Montpelier, VT 05602
Mr. Reginald Welsh
Utility Section
Vermont Agency of Transportation
133 State Street
Montpelier, VT 05602
Mr. Tom Myers
State of Vermont
Wildlife Biologist
111 West Street
Essex Junction, VT 05452
B78F.39
PROJECT SUMMARY
General Description
Vermont Gas is a Vermont corporation subject to the jurisdiction
of the Vermont Public Service Board. Vermont Gas is engaged in
the transmission and distribution of natural gas. It serves
approximately 13,000 industrial, commercial and residential
customers in Franklin and Chittenden Counties. Over the next
three years, Vermont Gas plans to undertake a general repair,
upgrading, reinforcement and extension of its existing gas
distribution system in scattered areas throughout Chittenden and
Franklin Counties. The proposed work would tentatively be
located in the Cities of Burlington, South Burlington, St. Albans
and Winooski, the Towns of Colchester, Essex, Georgia, Milton,
St. Albans, Shelburne, Highgate and Williston and the Village of
Essex Junction.
Parts of the existing distribution system in Burlington, Winooski
and St. Albans consist of cast iron and bare steel pipe which was
installed prior to 1966. Vermont Gas plans to replace portions
of that pipe with coated and cathotically protected pipe which is
more resistant to corrosion and therefore more durable than cast
iron or bare steel pipe. This work would be conducted entirely
upon existing gas mains which are, for the most part, buried
under public roads. The areas in Chittenden and Franklin
Counties currently served by Vermont Gas distribution mains are
shaded green in the map attached hereto as Exhibit A. The
District Coordinators for Districts 4 and 6 have indicated that
this repair work does not constitute an Act 250 "project," and
would not be subject to review by the District Commission.
Vermont Gas' plans for new distribution mains and service
connections result entirely from demand for natural gas service
to residential, commercial and industrial developments in
Chittenden and Franklin Counties which are existing, approved but
unbuilt or seeking land use approval. The map attached hereto as
Exhibit A shows these planned areas of expansion in red; a list
of some of the significant developments expected to be served is
attached hereto as Exhibit B. Expansion into any of these areas
would involve installation of gas distribution mains (most of
which would lie in municipal rights of way) and service connec-
tions from the mains to existing residential, commercial and
industrial buildings. Vermont Gas also plans to construct three
additional regulator stations, one of which would be underground
in the City of Burlington and two of which would be located
above -ground in the City of St. Albans and the Town of Colches-
ter. The planned regulator stations would consist of pressure
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controls, and related valves and pipes surrounded by chain link
fences and landscaping. The District Coordinators for Districts
4 and 6 have indicated that this expansion work does constitute
an Act 250 "project" subject to review by the District
Commission.
On November 2, 1984, Vermont Gas obtained the final approval of
the Vermont Industrial Development Authority ("VIDA") for the
issuance of industrial development revenue bonds in an amount up
to Four Million Dollars ($4,000,000.00) to generate part of the
funds necessary for the above -described repair and expansion.
The VIDA enabling legislation only permits issuance of industrial
development revenue bonds for a "project" (Vt. Stat. Ann. tit.
10, § 241 et seq. (1973)). Consequently, Vermont Gas has had to
combine what would otherwise be a series of unrelated repair and
expansion projects into a single package for VIDA approval. This
need to submit a "project" to VIDA and the VIDA requirement that
the "project" comply with all applicable environmental laws (Vt.
Stat. Ann. tit. 10, § 246(6) (1973)), have compelled Vermont Gas
to seek a blanket environmental review of its plans for the next
several years. Otherwise, Vermont Gas would seek approval of
each individual repair or expansion project as safety considera-
tions and/or market demand indicated a need for such work.
The peculiarities of the VIDA process also account for our
inability to present more detailed plans for the work. It simply
would not be feasible to apply for VIDA financing whenever the
demand for an additional segment of the distribution system
became apparent; Vermont Gas has had to anticipate its funding
needs for the next several years. Thus, at this stage in the
financing process, Vermont Gas has no specific plans establishing
the precise location or the extent of the work. If the funding
becomes available (the bonds have not yet been issued), and if
market demand from existing development dictates expansion, then
and only then could specific design issues be addressed in a
definite manner. Given these circumstances, the data assembled
below are necessarily approximations of the amount of repair and
expansion involved.
Proposed Permit Procedure �(
As we stated above, Vermont Gas has no specific pl_a 4
establishing the precise locations or the extent of the work.
Possible areas of expansion are set forth in Exhibit B. If the
VIDA funding becomes available, and if market demand from
existing development dictates expansion, then and only then could
specific design issues be addressed in a definite manner.
Therefore, we propose at this time to apply for a Master Land Use
Permit covering the most probable e ion Ar-jects, and then
return to the District Commissions for minor amendments, if
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necessary, when complete plans for a specific expansion area have
been developed.
On September 19, 1983, the State of Vermont Public Service Board
issued a Certificate of Public Good to Vermont Gas Systems, Inc.
pursuant to 30 V.S.A. § 109 to provide service to the State of
Vermont. By virtue of its status as a gas utility, Vermont Gas
is subject to the rules and regulations of the Vermont Public
Service Board pertaining to gas utilities including General Order
#41 (Construction and Operation of Gas Transmission Pipeline),
General Order #43 (Rules and Regulations Prescribing Standards
for Gas Utilities) and General Order #59.63 (Construction and
Operation of Gas Distribution Systems). Copies of these Orders
are together attached hereto as Exhibit C.
General Orders #41 and #59.63 both contain a rule (Rule 23)
establishing the Board's filing requirements for construction
plans. Rule 23 requires that a gas corporation file a complete
set of plans with the Public Service Board ". . . showing the
location of mains and grids, pipe sizes, operating pressures,
valves, regulator stations, and other pertinent data, along with
a certification that the distribution system has been constructed
or reconstructed in accordance with these Rules." Such plans
must be filed upon completion of any new gas pipeline, gas
distribution system or facility, or any other major reconstruc-
tion to an existing distribution system, and before it is placed
in service. Presumably, the purpose of this filing is to allow
Public Service Board review of all new construction prior to
operation, and to enable the Board to monitor compliance with the
Board's regulations governing method of construction. The
Board's regulations in General Order #59.63 governing method of
construction include rules on proximity of distribution mains to
other structures (Rule 5), on depth of underground installations
(Rule 6), on protection of above -ground distribution mains (Rule
4), on installation of service piping (Rule 11), and on safety
equipment and testing (Rules 7, 8, 9, 10, 12 and 13).
Vermont Gas is also subject to the Regulations for Pipeline
Safety Programs and for. Transportation of Natural and Other Gas
by Pipeline, Parts 190, 191 and 192, Title 49 of the Code of
Federal Regulations, revised as of November 1, 1983, attached
hereto as Exhibit D. Vermont Gas must comply with the regula-
tions and requirements set forth in Exhibit C and Exhibit D for
construction of each expansion of the system. As stated in
General Order #59.63, Rule 3, when the regulations enacted by
Vermont Public Service Board Order are more stringent than the
Federal regulations, the regulations stated in the Order will
apply. However, if the regulations as stated in the Order are
less stringent than the Federal regulations, the Federal regula-
tions will take precedence.
To ensure compliance with the regulations and requirements set
forth in Exhibits C and D, and other regulatory provisions,
Vermont Gas has developed procedures regarding construction,
erosion and traffic control. These procedures, which Vermont Gas
has followed for the last twenty years, are discussed below in
relation to applicable Act 250 criteria. We expect that these
procedures would provide the Commission with sufficient informa-
tion about Vermont Gas' construction techniques to enable the
Commission to make general findings concerning impacts under the
ten Act 250 criteria. From these findings, the Commission could
develop a set of general conditions. These conditions could
require Vermont Gas to comply with the requirements of other
regulatory bodies and could also require Vermont Gas to supply
certain additional information if a particular expansion area has
peculiar environmental characteristics (e.g. a stream crossing
would require special treatment).
Given the multitude of possible abutting and adjacent landowners
(we estimate approximately 2,250), individual notice at the
Master Permit stage would be an onerous burden for Vermont Gas.
In addition, the tentative nature of the Vermont Gas expansion
plans practically prohibits identification of affected parties.
It seems that the most logical way to give notice of the Master
Permit proceeding to interested parties would be to publish
notice in the appropriate local newspapers. This suggested
procedure is supported by past practice. At the request of
Katherine Vose, District 4 Environmental Coordinator, we asked
Michael Zahner, the District 6 Environmental Coordinator, to
suggest a notice procedure based on his experience with previous
transportation -type projects. Mr. Zahner indicated that the
appropriate notice at the Master Land Use Permit level could be
given through publication in the local newspapers. He also
confirmed that attempting to give notice to every party at the
Master Permit level would be an administrative nightmare. Notice
to interested parties at the minor amendment level would be much
more manageable.
Notice given to municipalities and municipal planning commissions
pursuant to 10 V.S.A. § 6084(a) will be accomplished by sending
to each body a complete copy of the application. We propose to
notify towns located in both District 4 and District 6 of the
pending application, on the understanding that the decision of
the District 4 Commission with respect to the Master Permit will
be binding upon District 6.
At the District Coordinator's suggestion, we have attached a
draft proposed set of permit conditions and findings of fact
which will give the District Commission a starting point for
preparation of Master Permit documents.
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General Data
Predecessors to Vermont Gas have been serving the public since
the late nineteenth century. In 1965, existing gas distribution
systems in Burlington and St. Albans were acquired and a pipeline
designed to transport gas from TransCanada Pipelines was built.
Since 1971, there has been no major expansion to the distribution
or transmission system. Minor extensions of distribution mains
totalling approximately 2.6 miles were constructed in the Town of
Georgia and 1.8 miles in the Town of Shelburne in the early
1970s.
Presently, Vermont Gas has approximately 211 miles of low-
pressure distribution main and 55 miles of transmission line.
Over the next three years, Vermont Gas plans to replace approxi-
mately 8.5 miles of existing distribution main. The inside
diameter of the replacement would, in almost all cases, be the
same or less than that of the existing pipe; however, some of the
replacement pipe will be of medium -pressure design, and will be
capable of carrying higher volumes of gas than the existing pipe.
During the same period, Vermont Gas also plans to install
approximately 32 miles of new distribution main, which represents
an increase in distribution system mileage of approximately
fifteen percent. There is no plan to extend the transmission
line.
All of the planned distribution main extensions are to existing
or approved developments or developments currently seeking
approval. Exhibit A attached hereto shows the areas of proposed
main extension; Exhibit B lists the major developments where the
planned expansion will take place. The possible areas of
expansion will include public rights of way, private rights of
way (a copy of a typical easement for a private right of way is
attached as Exhibit E), and the property owned in fee by Vermont
Gas in Highgate which it acquired by deed dated April 1, 1966,
recorded in Book 52, Page 339 of Highgate Land Records.
As of July 1984, Vermont Gas served approximately 13,000
customers. The Company hopes to serve approximately 3,000
additional customers over the next three years. Of these
additional customers, approximately 750 will hook into existing
distribution mains as a result of conversion to gas from other
fuels. The remaining 2,250 will be served by expansion into new
service areas. Assuming an average length of 80 feet for a
service connection for each new customer, the addition of 3,000
customers would result in the installation of a total of approxi-
mately 240,000 linear feet of new service connections. These
services will be installed on the property of the customers
requesting gas service.
All of Vermont Gas System's gas is supplied by TransCanada
Pipelines ("TransCanada"). Pursuant to an agreement initially
entered into in 1966, the Company has a long-term supply contract
with TransCanada which extends throught 1991. The contract sets
the maximum daily quantities of gas which can be imported. The
current maximum daily quantities of gas presently allowed under
the contract are as follows:
Daily Maximum Allowed
Year (million cubic feet)
1984-1985 24,000 mcf
1985-1986 24,800 mcf
1986-1987 25,600 mcf
This represents approximately a ten percent increase over the
next three years. Excluded from the daily maximum allowance of
gas is usage by "interruptible" customers --large industrial
customers with readily available alternate energy sources --whose
gas supply the Company can cut off to meet the needs of residen-
tial and commercial customers.
Discussion of Act 250 Criteria
Criterion 1: Air and Water Pollution
Air Pollution: In theory, at least, the project could
produce air emissions due to gas leakage from.the gas
distribution system or shut-off valves, or from dust
created during construction.
Vermont Public Service Board General Order #59.63, Rule
21, a copy of which is attached hereto as Exhibit F,
sets forth the minimum standards for gas leakage surveys
which shall be conducted periodically depending on the
location. Vermont Gas would comply with these require-
ments, and would remedy any such leakage as required by
the Public Service Board.
In most instances Vermont Gas does not create dust as
the excavation is at a depth where the soil is moist and
the soil that is extracted is replaced within a very
short period of time. However, in the event dust is
created, Vermont Gas utilizes two methods of dust
control during construction, the calcium chloride method
and the water method, as set forth in Exhibit G.
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Water Pollution:
(A) Headwaters
Based on preliminary review of the tentative
expansion plans it appears that the project will
not be located in any headwater areas.
(B) Waste Disposal
The project will not involve the injection of waste
materials or any harmful or toxic sustances into
ground water or wells.
(C) Water Conservation
The project will not be utilizing water fixtures.
(D) Floodways
Specific information regarding floodways will be
addressed at the amendment level.
(E) Streams
The specific waterways which may be affected are
not known at this time. It is possibile that
pipelines would cross waterways. Vermont Gas will
alter the existing patterns of any waterways
affected as little as possible and use its best
efforts to minimize the effect any expansion may
have on the waters of the State of Vermont.
Specific information regarding waterways which may
be affected will be provided and addressed at the
amendment level. Vermont Gas has acted responsibly
in the past in regard to minimizing the effect of
the placement of a 6" distribution line across Deer
Brook in Georgia, Vermont in the summer of 1983 in
connection with service to Wyeth and Express Foods
in Georgia, Vermont. Vermont Gas carried out the
placement of the line with the approval and
monitoring of Jack Byrne, Executive Director of
Vermont Association of Conservation Districts, and
Michael Zahner, District 6 Environmental Coordina-
tor. An elaborate sand bagging method was used for
stabilization in connection with erosion control.
Photographs of the Deer Brook project are avail-
able. Attached hereto as Exhibit H are a copy of
Vermont Gas specifications for river and stream
crossings and a copy of the Deer Brook plan showing
the placement of the distribution line and the
necessary river weights.
(F) Shorelines
The project will not be located on any shorelines.
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Criterion 2 and 3: Water Supply
Vermont Gas will not utilize municipal water systems
(except in very rare instances for dust control) or
place a burden of the existing water supplies.
Criterion 4: Soil Erosion
There will be no unreasonable soil erosion or effects on
the capacity of the land to hold water. Vermont Gas has
been attentive to these matters in the past. Attached
hereto as Exhibit I are copies of Vermont Gas' soil
erosion and sediment control and clean-up policies. The
Deer Brook project is a fine example of Vermont Gas'
erosion control techniques and its commitment to restore
the affected property to its prior condition.
Criterion 5: Highway Congestion and Safety:
The project will not cause unreasonable safety or
congestion conditions with respect to the highways or
other means of transportation. Vermont Gas abides by
the United States Department of Transportation Federal
Highway Administration's Manual on Uniform Traffic
Control Devices which was adopted by the State of
Vermont pursuant to 23 V.S.A. § 1025. As the majority
of the project would be located off of the pavement on
the shoulder within State and municipal right of ways
very little traffic congestion would be created.
Vermont Gas utilizes barriers with flashing lights and
employee flagmen if necessary.
Criterion 6: Educational Facilities
The project will not utilize or place a burden on
municipal educational services.
Criterion 7: Municipal Services
Solid waste disposal is the only municipal service the
project will use. Vermont Gas transports its excess cut
to State -approved landfills.
Criterion 8: Scenic or Natural Beauty, Aesthetics, Historic
Sites, Natural Areas or Necessary Wildlife Habitat
There will be no unreasonable adverse effects on
aesthetics, scenic beauty, historic sites or natural
areas.
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Each of the 18 tentative expansion areas listed on
Exhibit B are located on a U.S.G.S. map which together
are attached hereto as Exhibit J. Information regarding
terrain and vegetation would be provided at the time
Vermont Gas applies to the District Commission for an
amendment for specific expansion plans.
Vermont Gas will work with the State Department of
Forests and the Department of Fish and Game to ensure
that the wildlife and environment in each location are
disturbed as little as possible and that best efforts
are made to return the landscape to its natural condi-
tion. A copy of Vermont Gas' application will be sent
to Tom Myers, the State of Vermont Wildlife Biologist.
A copy of Vermont Gas' application will be sent to
Giovanna Peebles, the State of Vermont Archaelogist.
The Division for Historic Preservation will be able to
determine if any the proposed areas of expansion are
located near areas of archaelogical interest.
Criterion 9: Conformance with the Capability and Development
Plan
(A) Impact of Growth - The project has been discussed
with the municipalities in the proposed expansion areas
and no undue burdens on any facilities have been
identified.
(B) Primary Agricultural Soils
(C) Forest and Seconday Agricultural Soils
The majority of the project will be located entirely
within existing state and municipal right of ways and
entirely within previously developed areas.
(D) Earth Resources
(E) Extraction of Earth Resources
Specific information regarding the soils and minerals in
connection with the above areas of concern will be
provided at the minor amendment level.
(F) Energy Conservation
All of the above subjects are touched upon in Exhibit K.
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Attached hereto as Exhibit K is Exhibit 11 to Vermont
Gas' application for VIDA financing. This exhibit
discusses the economic benefits of the proposed expan-
sion, the ecological benefits and the future of natural
gas.
(G) Private Utility Services
The project will not utilize private utility services.
(H) Cost of Scattered Development. The project will be
physically contiguous to existing development.
(J) Public Utility Services - Vermont Gas is a public
utility and the project will be an expansion of a public
utility. No other public utility services will be
utilized during the project.
(K) Development Affecting Public Investments.
The majority of the project will be located within the
state and municipal right of ways. There will be no
adverse effects on any public or quasi -public
investments.
(L) Rural Growth Area - The expansion areas will be
located in areas which already have been developed.
Criterion 10: Conformance with Local or Regional Plan or Capital
Program
The project is in conformance with the local and
regional plans. Together attached hereto as Exhibit L
are copies of the VIDA Form 4, or letters to the same
effect, from each of the municipal planning commissions
in which the proposed work would be tentatively located.
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EXHIBIT B 18 AREAS OF PROPOSED EXPANSION
1. St. Albans Race Track:
1800 Ft. of 2" pipe. Owner is Delaware North. (Land
Use Permit No. 6F0299)
2. St. Albans Recreation Area Project
3500 Ft. of 4" pipe. Owner is St. Albans School
District. (Land Use Permit No. 6F0274)
3. Georgia Dairy Park Co -generation project.
Six miles of 6" pipe under transmission pressure.
Cogeneration facility to be located on land owned by
Express Foods. (Land Use Permit No. 6F0252)
4. Georgia Manor Housing
Existing housing off Manor Road. 1000 feet of 2"
pipe. Public R.O.W.
5. Route 7 area - Milton
Extension of 4" main 1500 feet into Milton Village.
Public R.O.W.
6. Catamount Industrial Park, Milton
Continuation of our 2" pipe an additional 6000 ft.
G.B.I.C. is owner. (Land Use Permit No. 4C0550)
7. Colchester Village
Existing housing 2500 ft. of 4" pipe along Route 7 and
2500 ft. of 4" pipe along Route 2-A.
8. Hauke Housing Project, Colchester
Existing and planned residential development. 9600
ft. of 4" pipe and 3000 ft. of 2" pipe. Sandy Knolls
Estate is owner. (Land Use Permit No. 4C0479)
9. Susie Wilson Road, Essex
Allen Building Corp. is planning a new residential
development in the Pinecrest Road -Susie Wilson Road
area. This consists of 2500 ft. of 2" and 4" pipe.
10. Essex Brickyard
a) Lang Development - consists of conference center,
shopping center and residential 11,000 ft. of 4" pipe
along Route 15 towards Butler's Corners. Owner is
Lang Associates.
b) Snyder Development. Formal name: Countryside in
the Village. Owner is Essex Housing Partnership.
4000 ft. of 4" and 10,000 ft. of 2" pipe. (Land Use
Permit No. 4C0593)
c) Bouffard Development, Woods End Drive off Briar
Lane - 4100 ft. of 4" and 2100 ft. of 2" pipe. Owner
is Richard M. Bouffard. (Land Use Permit No. 4C0568)
11. North Street Area - Winooski
2600 ft. of 2" and 4" pipe serving existing housing at
North Street and Dufresne Drive. Public R.O.W.
12. Appletree Point Housing, Burlington
6.500 ft. of 2" pipe. Developer is Tarinelli. Owner
is Apple Tree Point. (Land Use Permit No. 4C0475)
13. Route 2-A, Williston
Including a 1200 ft. 2" extension on Avenue B from
Industrial Avenue and an extension of the 6" main on
Industrial Aenue to Route 2-A and proceeding North on
Route 2-A for a total of 2000 ft. All constructed in
public R.O.W.'s.
14. Williston-Tafts Corners
Proceeding East on Route 2 from Industrial Avenue 6"
pipe, 5000 ft. To serve existing development - Public
R.O.W.
15. Hinesburg Road Housing, South Burlington
Homer Dubois, William E. Mikell and Ralph B. Goodrich
Developments. Includes 3800 ft. of 4" pipe and 2000
ft. of 2" pipe to predominantly new residential
developments. Public and privately owned R.O.W.'s
(Homer Dubois Land Use Permit No. 4C0530)
16. Allen Road Area New Housing in South Burlington
Milot Development 4500 ft. of 2" pipe, Larkin (LTH
Associates) Development, Harbor Ridge - existing
housing 2000 ft. of 2" pipe. The majority of this
piping will be in Public R.O.W.'s. (LTH Associates -
Land Use Permit No. 4C0526)
17. Mardindale Road
Existing residential area to be fed with 2000 ft. of
2" main.
18. Bay Road Development Area - Shelburne
2000 ft. of 4" pipe for new and existing residential
development. To be constructed in public R.O.W.
B78F.48
EXHIBIT C
PORTIONS OF VERMONT PUBLIC SERVICE BOARD RULES
AND REGULATIONS PERTAINING TO GAS UTILITIES
( COMPLETE COPIES OF GENERAL ORDERS #41,#43 AND #59.63
ARE ON FILE WITH DISTRICT ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION #6 )
VERMONT
ADMINISTRATIVE
CODE
Office of the Secretary of State
James H. Douglas
Secretary of State
PORTION OF GENERAL ORDER #41
VERMONT ADMINISTRATIVE CODE PUBLIC SERVICE BOARD
P1 ADMINISTRATIVE DIVISION
21 Ventilation of Compressor, Meter and Regulator Stations
All compressor, meter and regulator stations located on gas
pipelines shall be provided with adequate ventilation in the buildings or
pits.
All meter and regulator station buildings shall be provided with
permanent natural draft ventilation sufficient to provide an average of five
(5) airchanges per hour. This may be done by installing ample sized
ventilators with louvres at floor level.
Positive ventilation for below grade areas such as in compressor
buildings shall be provided to the extent of at least one half (�) cubic
foot per minute of air per square foot of tailing area. Pipe trenches in
buildings shall be ventilated by installing grating over at least fifty
percent (50%) of the trench area or by positive ventilation of at least one
(1) cubic foot of air per minute per square foot of ceiling area.
Meter and regulator stations constructed under ground shall be
provided with double duct ventilation, each duct to be of proper size, to
insure adequate ventilation and to be not less than four (4) inches in
diameter. Such ducts shall be extended a suitable height above ground
level. This ventilation shall provide for venting of diaphragms of pressure
regulators to the atmosphere.
Each ventilation system shall be designed with regard to the
physical chatacteristics of the gas to be vented. Any natural draft
ventilation system must be properly designed to prevent explosive
accumulations of gas and particular attention must be given to the specific
gravity of the gas to be vented.
22. 0dorization of Gas
All gas transmitted by pipeline, except gas enroute to storage
fields, shall be adequately odorized so as to render it readily detectable
„y the public and employees of gas corporations. The equipment to be used
in such odorization shall be adequate to insure reasonably uniform
odorization under varying conditions and such equipment shall be installed
in such manner as not to be a nuisance to nearby residents.
The odorant used shall be harmless to humans, non -toxic, and shall
be non -corrosive to steel, iron, brass, copper or leather. The products of
combustion from the odorant shall be nqn-toxic to a person breathing them
and shall not be corrosive or harmful to materials which would normally be
exposed to such products of combustion.
Every gas corporation shall keep the Board informed concerning the
type of gas odorant used, the ratio of odorant to gas, the location of
odorization stations and any changes, proposed or made, in the odorization
practices.
27. Certification
()pun completion of any gas pipeline and before it is placed in
operation the gas corporation shallfile with the Board a complete set of
maps showing the location of the pipeline, pipe sizes, operating pressures,
valve locations regulator stations, and other pertinent data, along with a
certification that the pipeline will not be operated in excess of the
pressure for which it has been certified to the Board.
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PORTIONS OF GENERAL ORDER #59.63
VERMONT ADMINISTRATIVE CODE PUBLIC SERVICE BOARD
PI ADMINISTRATIVE DIVISION
P1.114 GENERAL ORDER i59.63
CONSTRUCTION AND OPERATION OF GAS DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS
1. Definitions
The definitions contained in the regulations of The Transportation
of Natural And Other Gases by Pipeline, parts 191 and 192, Title 49, The
Code Of Federal. Regulations, revised as of October 1, 1973, Paragraph 192.3
shall. be used. If more clarity is needed, the American Society of
Mechancial Engineers ANSI B31.8 revision 1975 American Standard Code for
Pressure Piping, Can Transmission and Distribution Piping Systems under the
section entitled General Provisions and Definitions may be used for clarity,
however if there are any questions, Federal. Regulations take precedence. In
developed area■ Paragraph 192.5 of the Federal Regulations shall apply,
again for clarity ANSI 31.8, Paragraph 840.2,3,4 may be used as a reference..
"Gas Corporation" shall mean any person, firm, company, corporation
or municipality engaged in the distribution of gas by a piping system.
"Utility" shall mean any person, firm, association, partnership,
company, corporation, their lessees, trustees, or receivers appointed by any
court, who come within the jurisdiction of the Public Service Board and own,
operate or manage any plant or equipment, or any part of same, for the
manufacture and/or furnishing of gas for domestic, commercial and industrial
users within this State.
2. Modifications or Revisions
Upon its own motion, or upon application, and for good cause shown,
the Board may modify, suspend or repeal the provisions of any rule herein,
provided that rule does not violate the Federal Regulations Parts 191 and
192, Only in the case of an emrgency may these regulations be waivered.
Application may be made to the Board for modification of any rule or for
temporary or permanent exemption from its provision, provided, however, that
in instances where the requested modification or exemption would also
require a departure from the applicable Federal Regulations, such
application also must be submitted to the Office of Pipeline Safety, through
the Public Service Board, for their approval. No utility shall submit such
an application for modification for exemption unless submitted [herewith a
full and complete justification for the proposed change.
3. Compliance with Federal Regulations
Every gas distribution system shall be constructed, tested, and
operated, except as otherwise provided in these Rules, in compliance with
the provisions of the Regulations for Transportation of Natural and other
gas by pipeline, Parts 191 and 192, Title 49 of the Code of Federal
Regulations, revised as of October 1, 1973 and any future revisions made in
that code. When the regulations stated in these General Orders are more
stringent then the Federal Regulations, the Regulations in the General Order
will apply, however if the regulations as stated in the General Order are
less stringent than the Federal. Regulations will take precedence. Again for
clarity and guidance, the American Standard Code for Pressure Piping, Gas
Transmission and Distribution Piping Systems ANSI B31.8 Revision 1975
referred to herein as the ASA Code may be used.
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VERMONT ADMINISTRATIVE CODE PUBLIC SERVICE BOARD
PI ADMINISTRATIVE DIVISION
4, Exposed Pipelines
Any portion of a gas distribution pipeline that is exposed above
ground shallbe conspicuously marked, fenced, or otherwise protected from
damage or tampering. The method of protecting exposed piping at trestles or
bridge crossings shallbe subject to approval by the Board prior to
installation.
5. Proximity of Pipe to Underground Structures
Gas piping shall be laid at least twelve (12) inches away from any
other underground structure. Any interfering structure that provides a
space where an explosive mixture might collect shall be avoided where
possible..
6.. Minimum Cover
Gas piping within the boundaries of developed are as shall be Isaid
with a cover of at least thirty-six (36) inches between the top of the pipe
and the surface of the ground.
Gas mains and piping laid in highways shall have a minimum cover of
thirty-six (36) inches measured from the top of the pipe to the surface of
the pavement.
7. Welding of Pipelines
Welds, other than factory welds, shall be made in accordance with
the requirements contained in American Petroleum Institute Standard No. 1104-
"Standard for Welding Pipe Lines and Related Facilities" - 13th Edition,
July 1973, shall apply. These regulations are adopted by inference in the
Federal Regulations, Parts 191 and 192. All welders employed in
construction of gas distribution systems must be qualified in accordance
with A.P.I. (American Petroleum Institute) Code No. 1104.
Every gas corporation shall maintain adequate supervision and
inspection of welding. Inspection of welds shall be made in accordance with
the provisions of Federal Regulations, Section 192.241, Inspection and Tests
of Welds. For clarity, again the A.S.A. Code, Paragraph 823, Qualification
of Procedures and Welders, may be used as a reference and guide.
8. Pressure Test Records
Every gas corporation shall maintain in its file for the useful
life of the gas piping, the records shoving the type of fluid used for the
pressure tests, the test procedures and other pertinent test data.
9. Purging of Piping
Air shall be purged from all gas piping in a safe and accepted
manner before placing in service, provided, however, that all pipelines of
four (4) inches in diameter or larger„ and one thousand (1000) feet or more
in length, shall be purged by displacement with inert gas, water or Such
ether standard method of purging that is acceptable to the Board before a
combustible gas is admitted.
10- Shut -Off Valves - Automatic Valves
Adequate shutoff valves shall be provided so that in an emergency
gas flow can be promptly controlled in the area where the emergency exists
and service can be maintained in other areas.
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VERMONT ADMINISTRATIVE CODE PUBLIC SERVICE BOARD
P1 ADMINISTRATIVE DIVISION
Automatic valve shall not be installed in any gas distribution
system unless it can be shown that the particular circumstances are such
that safer operation will result.
11. Service Piping
Gas service piping to customer's premises must be installed in
accordance with Sub -Part H of Federal Regulation Part 192. All gas service
piping not falling within the category of those requiring a curb shut-off
shall, by any approved method, have a device installed so as to effectively
cut off the gas outside the cellar wall area, whenever service has been
discontinued for a period in excess of twelve (12) consecutive months. A
period of twenty-four (24) months from the effective date of these rules
will be allowed to complete compliance with this rule. A service line that
has been disconnected for a period of five (5) years or longer must be
physically disconnected at the main. A period of ten (10) years from the
effective date of these rules will be allowed to complete compliance with
this rule. This physical disconnection may be waivered if it can be
demonstrated that there is a possibility of reconnecting the service line
and that the service is reconnected according to Sub -Part. H of the Federal
Regulations.
12. Regulator Station Construction
A. No drain lines or connection from under ground regulator
station to severs shall be installed in order to minimize the danger of
escaping gas flowing therein. To prevent the accumulation of water in
regulator station, the walls of such stations shall be waterproofed and
sumps shall be provided. Any existing underground regulator stations shall
be revised to comply with this seciotn.
B. No auxiliary equipment, including oil foggers and dust
collectors shall be installed in a regulator vault or pit. No storage of
any materials or articles is permissible in a regulator vault or pit. If
such auxiliary equipment is installed in a regulator building, the regulator
equipment must be isolated from it by a solid, fire resistant, sealed
partition.
C. Equipment and piping in regulator stations shall be supported
by suitable supports of masonry, concrete or metal and any existing
combustible supports shall be removed and replaced by masonary, concrete or
metal.
D. In underground regulator station, the manhole covers shall be
installed in such manner as to preclude the cover dropping to cause damage
to the regulator equipment.
13. Relief Valves
A. All regulator stations supplying any gas distribution system
shall be provided with a sufficient number of relief valves or other
protective devices to insure that complete failure of one or more regulator
stations will not impose pressures on any part of the distribution system in
excess of those it was designed for or protected against.
B. Relief valves shall be installed at or near regulator stations
in low pressure areas in sufficient number and capacity to insure that the
pressure of gas will at no time exceed a maximum of two (2) pounds per
square inch gauge (psig) at the inlet of any gas lateral on each low
pressure distribution system.
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VERMONT ADMINISTRATIVE CODE PUBLIC SERVICE BOARD
P1 ADMINISTRATIVE DIVISION
(c) Number of available openings affected.
(d) Leakage repair data.
F. Leakage Survey Services
The gas leakage surveys required by these Rules may be
performed by a reputable company that specicalizes in such projects and s
copy of the report of such copany covering the results of the survey shall
be sent to the Board.
22. Odorization of Gas
Allgas distributed by means of a piping system shall be adequately
odorized so as to render it readily detectable by the public and employees
of the gas corporation. The equipment to be used in such odorization shall
be sufficient to insure reasonably uniform odorization under varying
conditions and such equipment shallbe installed in such a manner as not to
constitute a nuisance to nearby residents.
The odorant used shall be harmless to humans, non -toxic, and shall
be non -corrosive to steel, iron, brass, copper or leather. The products of
combustion from the odorant shall be non --toxic to a person breathing them
and shall not be corrosive or harmful to materials which would normally be
exposed to such products of combustion.
Every gas corporation shall keep the Board informed concerning the
type of odorant used, the ratio of odorant to gas, the location of
odorization stations and any changes, made or proposed, in the odorization
practices.
23. Certification
Upon completion of any new gas distribution system or facility, or
Of any major reconstruction to an existing distribution system, and before
it is placed in service, the gas corporation shall file with the Board a
complete set of maps shoving the location of the mains and grids, pipe
sizes, operating pressures, valves, regulator stations, and other pertinent
data, along with a certification that the distribution system has been
constructed or reconstructed in accordance with these Rules. No gas piping
system shall be operated at pressures in excess of the pressure for which it
has been certified to the Board.
24. Maps of Existing Distribution Systems
Within ninety (90) days of the effective date of this Order, each
gas corporation shall furnish to the Board a complete system map shoving the
following:
(1) Location of gas plant or connection to gas supply.
(2) Location, number and capacity of water gas sets.
(3) Location of LPG unloading sidings.
(4) Location, number and capacity of LPG storage tanks.
(5) Location, number and capacity of gas holders or gas surge
tanks.
(6) Locations of gas mains and grids and the pipe sizes.
(7) Location and size of shut-off control valves.
Pl. 79
EXHIBIT D
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
PIPELINE SAFETY REGULATIONS
Enforcement Procedures Part 190
Natural Gas Part 191-192
( A COMPLETE COPY OF THESE REGULATIONS ARE ON FILE
WITH DISTRICT ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISS .,...6
CODE OF FEDERAL REGULATIONS
TITLE 49-TRANSPORTATION
Subchapter D—Pipeline Safety Page
Part 190 Pipeline Safety Programs Procedures ...................... 499
Part 191 Transportation of Natural and Other Gas by Pipeline;
Report of Leaks ...................................... 508
Part 192 Transportation of Natural Gas by Pipeline;
Minimum Federal Safety Standards ...................... 511
Material Approved for Incorporation by Reference ........................ 639
EXHIBIT E
DEED OF EASEMENT FOR NATURAL�uAS PIPE LINES
KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS, that
of in the County of and State of
GRANTOR , in consideration of and other valuable considera-
tion paid to full satisfaction by VERMONT GAS SYSTEMS, INC., a Vermont
corporation having its principal place of business at South Burlington in the
County of Chittenden and State of Vermont, GRANTEE, receipt of which is hereby
acknowledged, hereby grant, bargain, sell, convey and confirm unto the said
VERMONT GAS SYSTEMS, INC., and its successors and assigns, an exclusive and
perpetual right-of-way and easement over, across, and under land located
in in the County of and State of Vermont said right
of -way being described as follows:
The rights, privileges and easements hereby granted to GRANTEE shall
include the right, privilege and easement to construct within said land, and
to reconstruct, operate, maintain, inspect, test, repair, alter, replace, move
remove, change the size of, and abandon in place, pipelines, for the transpor-
tation of gas, together with all other rights necessary or convenient for the
enjoyment of the rights, privileges and easements hereby granted. As used
herein, the term "pipelines" shall also include such surface or subsurface
pipeline appurtenances and facilities as are necessary or convenient, in the
judgement of the GRANTEE, for the operation or maintenance of any such pipe-
lines. GRANTEE shall have the right to cut down, remove and keep cleared by
such means as GRANTEE deems desirable, at any and all times, such trees, under
brush and vegetation as in the judgement of the GRANTEE may interfere with or
endanger the efficient operation and use of said pipelines, or any appurten-
ances when constructed. GRANTEE shall have the right of ingress or egress ovE
GRANTOR'S other lands at convenient points for the exercise of the rights,
privileges and easements herein granted. GRANTOR covenants that it will not
alter or change the elevation and grade of the ground after a pipeline has beE
installed without the consent of the GRANTEE.
Said easement and right-of-way being over, across, and upon lands is
more particularly described as follows:
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TO HAVE AND TO HOLD unto the said GRANTEE, its successors and assig
the said right-of-way and easement with all the privileges and appurtenances
thereof so long as a pipeline is maintained on said premises.. The GRANTOR
reserve for and heirs, administrators, executors, and
assigns the right to fully use and enjoy said premises except as the same may
interfere with the necessary and convenient exercise of the rights herein
granted and except as otherwise limited herein.
The GRANTOR covenants that will not erect or place or
permit to be erected or placed upon said right-of-way any building or other
structure which in the judgment of the GRANTEE might interfere with the proper
maintenance of said pipelines, or the service in connection therewith, and
that no inflammable structure will be erected or permitted to be erected or
placed on said right-of-way.
VERMONT GAS SYSTEMS, INC., by acceptance hereof, agrees to restore
and level the surface of said land to as nearly reasonably possible, the same
as was prior to any such operations. The consideration recited herein is in
full satisfaction of every right hereby granted.
It is hereby understood by the parties hereto that this written in-
strument contains the entire agreement between them and that no one has any
authority on behalf of the GRANTEE to make any agreement not herein expressed.
And the said GRANTOR do covenant with the said VERMONT GAS SYSTE
INC, that until the ensealing of these presents, the sole owner
of the premises, and ha good right and title to convey the same in manner
aforesaid, and that they are free from every encumbrance;
And that will warrant and defend the same to the said GRANTEE
against all lawful claims whatever.
All covenants made herein shall benefit and bind the heirs, adminis-
trators, executors, successors and assigns of the GRANTOR and GRANTEE.
Mortgagee , join in this deed for the purpose of subordinating
right under the heretofore mentioned instruments:
In Witness Whereof hereunto set hand and seal
this day of A.D. 19
WITNESS
(L.S.
WITNESS
WITNESS
(L.S.
WITNESS
WITNESS
(L.S.
WITNESS
WITNESS
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WITNESS
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STATE OF VERMONT )
COUNTY OF S.S.)
At in said County, this day of
A.D. 19 personally appeared the above named
and acknowledged the foregoing instrument �:o
be free act and deed.
Before me
STATE OF VERMONT )
COUNTY OF S.S.)
At in said County, this day of
A.D. 19 personally appeared the above named
and acknowledged the foregoing instrument to
be free act and deed.
Before me
STATE OF VERMONT )
COUNTY OF S.S.)
At in said County this day of
A.D. 1984 personally appeared the above named
and he acknowledged this instrument, by him sealed and subscribed, to be his
free act and deed in his capacity as duly authorized officer of
and the free act and deed of
Before me:
Notary Public
3
EXHIBIT F
VERMONT ADMINISTRATIVE CODE PUBLIC SERVICE BOARD
P1 ADMINISTRATIVE DIVISION
11. Inspection of Regulator Stations
The operating condition of all pressure regulating *cations shall
be determined by inspecton at least once each week, such inspection to
include tests for gas Lanka with a combustible gas indicator. An internal
inspection of all regulator equipment shall be made at Least once each year
and parts thereof shall be overhauled to the extent necessary to insure
proper operating condition. Good and caplets records of such inspections,
testa and overhaul work shall be kept and maintained on file for reference
for a period of at least two (2) years..
18, Pressure Recording Gauges
Recording pressure gauges shall be installed and mstncstned at or
near each regulator station to record the pressure on the low pressure
system, sad chase records, properly marked with dates and locations, shall
be kept available for inspection for a period of two (2) years, In
instance• where a regulator station servas an area with such a limited
number of customers as mot to warrant the installation of such recording
gauges, application may be lade to the Board for exemption from this
requirement,.
19. Electrical Installations
All electrical wiring, fixtures and equipment required for gas
distribution facilities shall be installed in accordance with the .r
requirements of the National. Electrical Code - 1975 (YFPA No. 10) as
specified for Class I locations.
20. Gas Unaccounted Par
A program shall be adopted by ever, gas corporation to keep to a
minimum the amount of loss or unaccounted for gas.
Upon notice from the Public Service Board that the saounc of gas
unaccounted for by a gas company appears to exceed Cho national average sod
if upon examination it is determined that the actual amount unaccounted for
does actually exceed the oational average, such gas company within ninety
(90) days of such determination, shall state in writing its plans for
reducing this unaccounted for gas. to addition, each pea company shall file
a report every three (3) months thereafter of ics progress in reducing that
u a accounted for gas until the Public Service Board, by further order,
dispenses with this reporting requirement..
When natural gas is to be introduced iota a dtscrebutton system
previously used to supply manufactured gas to cuacomrs, appropriate measures
shall be taken before the change over to prevent drying out off _joints and
the formation of dust Within the Mains.
Consideration should be given to instillation of fogging and dust
collecting equipment as well as applies toin of sealing compounds prior to
the change to natural gas. Routing tests normally .ads to detect gas Leaks
in the distribution system shall be intensified for a reasonsble period
following the conversion to natural gam to facilitate prompt discovery and
repair of gas leaks.
21. Cos Leakage Surveys
Each gas corporation operating a gae distribution system shall
conduct gas leakage surveys as frequently as experience and technology
indicate they are necessary, but in anv event such leakage surveys shall.
meet the following minimum standard.
Pl. 77
vt&MOMT ADMINISTRATIVE CODE PUBLIC SERVICE B0ARD
PI ADMINISTRATIVE DIVISION 1
A. Principal Business District
In the principal business districts, ao hereafter
defined, a survey for gas leakage shall be conducted annually by costing in
an effective manner the atmosphere in available street openings including
electric, telephone, sever Bad drainage manholes, catchbasins and boxes.
Tests shod be made with combustible gas indicators or ocher industry
accepted and proven equipment. Such survey way be coordinated or wade
jointly wick the electric, telephone and water con pan tea or mum is ipa1
utiIitiaa.
In areas where an effectively prescribed and supervised
survey of electric or other manholes and vaults is conducted and offers ■ore
frequent coverage than specified above, such survey procedure may be
substituted with the approval of the Board.
Principal. business districts are defined as area* with
pavement excendiag from building wall CO building wall and/or where the
principal cossmercial. activity of the city or town takes place, said areas to
be outlined on a clap mod filed with the Board.
B. Distribution System Areas Ocher Than Principal Districts
Leakage surveys shall be made of the area not included in
the principal business district at least once in every consecutive c.cency—
four (24) month periods
The methods used for such leakage ourvoys shall include
one or more of the following:.
(a) Gas detector surveys susng -combustible gas
indicators, infrared detectors, or other industry accepted and proven
testing equipment.
(b) Bar Tests.
(c) Vegetation Surveys.
(d) Pressure Drop Tests.
C. Buildings of Public Aasambly
A survey of buildings used for public assembly, including
schools, churches, hospitals, mad theaters shall be conducted at lessc once
each year.. The survey shall include tuts for gas laakxge and visual
inspection of gas facilities in the isasediate area of the service entrance.
0. Repair of Batardous Conditions
All disclosed conditions of a mature hazardous to persons
or property shall be promptly mad* safe and permanent repairs shall be
completed at the earliest possible tier.
E. Leakage Detection Survey Records
Records of the leakage detection surveys $hall be made
and kept on fete at the gso corporal LOU office for a period of time not lea$
than the intvrte betwesen successive surveys. Such records hall include'
(a) Location and cumber of openings wrveyed.
(b) Approximate mileage of main$ surveyed.
Pt. 78
yLRMON'y ADMINISTRATIVE CODE
PUBLIC SERVICE BOARD
P1 ADMINISTRATIVE DIVISION
(c) Mumber of available openings affected.
(d) Leakage repair data.
P. Leakage Survey Services
The gas leakage surreys required by these Rule. e.y be
performed by a reputable company that spec[calices in such projects and a
copy of the repo Cc
of such copany covering the results of she surrey shall
be sent to the Board.
22, Odorizatios of Caa
All gas distributed by means of a piping system shall be adequacelY
odorised so as to render it readily detectable by the public and employees
of the Rai corporation. The equipment to be used in such odorization shall.
be sufficient to insure reasonably uniform odorization under varying
conditions and such equipment shall be installed in such a manosc as not to
constitute a nmiaance to nearby residonte.
The odorant used shall be harmless to humans, non -conic, and shall
be 000-corrosive to steel, iron, brass, copper or leacher. The products of
combustion from the odorant shall be oco-toxic to a person breaching them
and shall mot be corrosive or harmful to materials which would normally be
expoeed to such products of combustion.
Every gas corporation shall keep the Board informed concerning the
type of odorant used, the ratio of odorant to gas, the location of
odorization stations and any changes, made or proposed, in the odorizatiom
practices.
23. Certification,,
up" o-completiom of any new gas distribution s�atem or facility, Y9 of any na d—�cinidlistriintioet't.a7acam�. se{ .peEo�e�
7 �'�` �, chi as corpora ion hall 1, �o •
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sizaa 'oMratita= easazsa.saleaaw.,cKmis stat{nna;:gad ocMr.ymst
Ak_r`- b atyo distribaciom system bar
-' truct or reconstructed. ,fctocdeace "00L -tales,
_saa„pipim
mystom •balhbm-e�era[e1'ac►cWisurea'is assess of the prusure for whack it
►as boom certified to the bard.
P!
24. Maps of Lxistimg D►stributiom Systems
within ninety (90) days of the effective data of this Order, each
gas corporation shall furnish to the Board a complete system map shoving the
following:
(1) Location of gag plant or connection to gss supply..
(2) Location, number and capacity of water gas Seca.
(1) Location of LPC unloading sidings-
(4) Location, number and capacity of LPC storage ranks.
(5) Location, number and capacity of gas holders or gas surge
tanks.
(6) Loc&tlnn. of gas "in* and grids and the pipe Sires.
(7) Location and size of shut-off control valvee.
pl. '9
EXHIBIT E:
CALCIUM CHLORIDE
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.01 SCOPE OF THE WORK
A. The Contractor shall provide all
thequaand,controlaof
ls
and related work necessary for prevention
dust resulting from his operations
the
withperformance
additionalfre-
the
work of this contract and in accordance
quirements specified herein under paragraph entitled "DUST
CONTROL" in the SPECIAL CONDdITiOcludedlincthesin variousnunit n
therewith shall be consider
and/or lump sum prices bid for the various items of work as
listed in the bid.
B. The work and materials requiredbythis
allsection
plant,flaborthe Speci-
fications consist of the furnishingf
equipment, appliances and materials and in performing all
operations in connection witUrPo°esding overcalcium
areaschloride
atfor
the
supplementary dust control purposes ndt
times and rates of application as directed and appurtenant
work, complete, in accordance with the specifications and as
directed by the Engineer.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.01 MATERIALS
Calcium chloride shall meet the requirements of ASTM Designation:
D 98, latest revision, Type Io
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3a01 GENERAL
s and
The Contractor shall provide all ntgonpandtclabor,
trol of dust
work necessary for preve
contract and in accordance with ing from his operations in the Pnsd°tional requirements ance of the work ospecified
herein°
3.02 WORKMANSHIP
When, in the opinion of the Engineer, conditions at the site
require dust control measures to supplement those required to
be provided by the Contractor as described in paragraph 1o01A,
the Engineer may direct the Contractor to furnish and spread
calcium chloride over certain areas at the site, at certain
times and at specific rates ofapplication.
by approvedimechan®cad.
shall be spread over the designated areas
devices at the rate for each area as directed.
END OF SECTION 3696
E3
WATER FOR DUST CONTROL
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.01 SCOPE OF THE WORK
A. The Contractor shall provide all equipment, labor, materials and
related work necessary for the prevention and control -of dust
resulting from his operations in the performance of the work of
this contract and in accordance with additional requirements
specified herein under paragraph entitled "DUST CONTROL" in the
SPECIAL CONDITIONS. All costs in connection therewith shall be
considered included in the various unit and/or lump sum prices
bid for the various items of work as listed in the bid.
B. The work and materials required by this section of the Specifi-
cations consist of the furnishing of all plant, labor, equipment,
appliances and materials and in performing all operations in
connection with providing water for supplementary dust control
purposes over the areas and at the times and rates of application
as directed and appurtenant work, complete, in accordance with
the specifications and as directed by the Engineer.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.01 MATERIALS
ELI
All water used shall be reasonably clear and free of harmful
organic matter or other substances injurious to the finished
product, plant life or the establishment of vegetation.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.01 GENERAL
The Contractor shall provide all equipment, labor, materials and
related work necessary for prevention and control of dust
resulting from his operations in the performance of the work of
this contract and in accordance with additional requirements
specified herein.
3.02 WORKMANSHIP
When, in the opinion of the Engineer, conditions at the site
require dust control measures to supplement those required to
be provided by the Contractor as described in paragraph 1.O1A,
the Engineer may direct the Contractor to furnish and spread
water over certain areas at the site, at certain times and at
specific rates of application. Water shall be applied as the
Engineer may designate. The number of applications and the
amount of water used shall be based upon field and weather
conditions and as ordered by the Engineer.
_f
END OF SECTION
3696
EXHIBIT G
CALCIUM CHLORIDE
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.01 SCOPE OF THE WORK
A. The Contractor shall provide lthequaand,controlaof
ls
and related work necessary forprevention
dust resulting from his operations in the performance of the
work of this contract and in accordance with additional re-
quirements specified herein under paragraph entitled "DUST
CONTROL" in the SPECIAL CONDITIONS. All costs in connection
therewith shall be considered included in the various unit
and/or lump sum prices bid for the various items of work as
listed in the bid.
his section of the Speci-
fications The work and materials required by t
consist of the furnishing of all plant, labor,
equipment, appliances and materials and in performing all
operations in connection with
providing
calcium
areaschloride
atfor
the
supplementary dust controlpurposes
times and rates of application as directed and appurtenant
work, complete, in accordance with the specifications and as
directed by the Engineer.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2a01 MATERIALS
Calcium chloride shall meet the requirements of ASTM Designation:
D 98, latest revision, Type I.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.01 GENERAL
provide alet9onpandtcontlabor,
ofmaterials
The Contractor shall
related work necessary for preyn
result-
ing from his operations in withpadd°tonal requance of hrementse work ospecified
contract and in accordance
herein.
3002 WORKMANSHIP
When, in the opinion of the Engineer,
conditions
thosearequthe
redtto
require dust control measures tosupplement
be provided by the Contractor as described in paragraph 1.01A,
the Engineer may direct the Contractor to furnish and spread
calcium chloride over certain areas at the site, at certain
times and at specific rates of application. The calcium chloride
shall be spread over the designated areas by approved mechanical
devices at the rate for each area as directed.
END OF SECTION 3696
WATER FOR DUST CONTROL
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.01 SCOPE OF THE WORK
A. The Contractor shall provide all equipment, labor, materials and
related work necessary for the prevention and control -of dust
resulting from his operations in the performance of the work of
this contract and in accordance with additional requirements
specified herein under paragraph entitled "DUST CONTROL" in the
SPECIAL CONDITIONS. All costs in connection therewith shall be
considered included in the various unit and/or lump sum prices
bid for the various items of work as listed in the bid.
B. The work and materials required by this section of the Specifi-
cations consist of the furnishing of all plant, labor, equipment,
appliances and materials and in performing all operations in
connection with providing water for supplementary dust control
purposes over the areas and at the times and rates of application
as directed and appurtenant work, complete, in accordance with
the specifications and as directed by the Engineer.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.01 MATERIALS
All water used shall be reasonably clear and free of harmful
organic matter or other substances injurious to the finished
product, plant life or the establishment of vegetation.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.01 GENERAL
The Contractor shall provide all equipment, labor, materials and
related work necessary for prevention and control of dust
resulting from his operations in the performance of the work of
this contract and in accordance with additional requirements
specified herein.
3.02 WORKMANSHIP
When, in the opinion of the Engineer, conditions at the site
require dust control measures to supplement those required to
be provided by the Contractor as described in paragraph 1.01A,
the Engineer may direct the Contractor to furnish and spread
water over certain areas at the site, at certain times and at
specific rates of application. Water shall be applied as the
Engineer may designate. The number of applications and the
amount of water used shall be based upon field and weather
conditions and as ordered by the Engineer.
END OF SECTION
3696
_ EXHIBIT H
VERND14T GAS SYSTEMS
SPECIFICATIONS
_ I
RIVER AND STREAM CROSSINGS `
l Construction'of river and stream crossing pipe lines shall be I
performed in accordance with the requirements of the drawings made a part of
these Specifications and in accordance with specifications and requirements
of any governmental or other authority having jurisdiction thereover and as
prescribed herein. Contractor will not receive additional compensation above
the unit price bid for installation of river and stream crossings except for
river weights. Pipe shall have a minimum cover of 48" in all swamps, drains
or ditches and 12011 in: rivers.
2. Concrete river weights will be installed by Contractor on all river
and stream crossings and approaches thereto as designated by the Engineer.
3. After protective coatings and weights have been applied, pipe
shall be slatted with wooden strips to prevent damage to said coating while
pipe is being pulled across the river or stream.
4. River and stream crossing lines shall be hydrostatically tested
to a pressure equal to that test pressure applied to the pipe line.
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SOIL EROSION AND SEDIMENT CONTROL
Part 1 - GENERAL
1.01 DESCRIPTION
A. Work included:
1. Straw Bale Berms
2. Silt Fences
3. Seeding
1.02 QUALITY ASSURANCE
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Provide one person who shall be present at all times during execution
of the work, who is thoroughly familiar with the type of materials
used and execution of the work, and who shall direct all work under
this section.
PART 2 - MATERIALS AND PRODUCTS
2.01 STRAW BALES
Straw bales shall consist of mowed and properly cured grass, straw, "
or legume mowings, reasonably free of weeds, twigs, debris or other
objectionable material. The bales shall be bound with twine in
tight neat bales commonly produced by balers.
2:02 SILT FENCE
Silt fence shall be provided where needed
A. Support fence shall be live stock wire fence, minimum 36 inches
high, 14 gage, with mesh spacing of 6 inches.
B. Posts shall be 2" hardwood posts or steel type U or T posts with
a minimum length of S feet. Posts shall be set in the ground a
minimum of 2 feet.
C. Filter fabric shall be equal to Mirafi Envirofence and shall be
a minimum of 4 feet in width (minimum 3 feet exposed).
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.01 STRAW BALES
A. Bales shall be placed in a row with the ends tightly abutting
adjacent bales.
B. Each bale shall be embedded in the soil a minimum of 4".
C. Bales shall be securely anchored in place by stakes or pins driven
through the bales. The first stake in each bale shall be angled
toward the previously laid bale, to force bales together.
3.01 (continued)
D. Inspection shall be frequent (minimum once a week and after every
rainfall) and repair and replacement shall be made promptly
(within the same day) as needed.
E. Upon stabilization of the area upstream from the bales, the bales
may be removed.
3.02 SILT FENCE
A. Fence posts shall be installed at a maximum spacing of 10 feet
center to center.
B. Woven wire fence shall be secured to the upstream side of the fence
posts by staples or wire ties.
C. Securely fasten the filter fabric to the upstream side of the woven
wire fence, allowing sufficient filter cloth for an anchor at the
bottom.
D. The filter fabric shall be embedded as shown on the Contract Drawings
a minimum of 6 inches into the soil, and the soil shall be compacted
to hold it in place. +,
E. Inspection shall be frequent (minimum once a week and after every
rainfall), and repair and replacement shall be made promptly (within
the same day) as needed.
F. Upon stabilization of the area upstream from the silt fence, the silt
fence, the silt fence may be removed.
3.03 SEEDING
All disturbed areas (unless otherwise noted) shall be seeded.
END OF SECTION
VERM014T GAS SYSTEMS
SPECIFICATIONS
CLEAN-UP
1. Upon completion of the bdckfill, Contractor shall clear the right-
of-way and any areas joining the right of way of all rock, loose stumps, limbs,
or other remaining debris, fill holes, ruts and depressions, and the right-of-
way shall be left in a neat and acceptable condition. Surplus pipe line
material shall be assembled and delivered by Contractor to Company's local
warehouses or to suitable concentration points as designated by Company.
2. Streets, sidewalks and driveways shall be swept immediately
following the backfill operation, and all excess fill shall be removed.
Contractor, at its own expense, shall provide and spread calcium chloride or
some other suitable material where necessary to prevent dust from flying.
3. Particular care shall be taken to prevent spoil from entering
catch basins and or culverts. Such catch basins and culverts which are
found to contain spoil from Contractor's operations shall be immediately
cleaned out. No fill shall be stored or otherwise left where rain water
might wash it into catch basins, storm drains, or culverts.
4. Through land in cultivation, no rock shall be placed in the back
fill within 12" of the surface of the surrounding soil. If sufficient space
between the 4-inch layer of soil over the pipe and a point 12 inches below
the surface of the original soil is not available to place all of the rocks,
stones and boulders encountered in ditching, these rocks, stones and boulders
shall be disposed of off the right-of-way to the complete satisfaction of
Engineer and the landowner or tenant.
5. Contractor will seed and fertilize the right-of-way with Agway Grass
seed "Conservation Mix" except as directed otherwise by the Engineer.
6. Contractor wrill,with his own forces, perform the restoration and
clean up work to include topsoil, seeding, fertilizing and asphalt paving.
Contractor will be allowed to sub -let the concrete work and skim coat paving.
i. Excess spoil. shall be removed fiom=site and transported to the nearest
landfill or otherwise disposed of properly.
EXHIBIT K
EXHIBIT 11
BENEFITS TO AREA
EXHIBIT 11
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PORTION OF VERMONT GAS SYSTEM`; _
APPLICATION TO VIDA
The Company's capital expansion program would greatly
benefit its service area. This exhibit catalogs these benefits.
A.
Natural Gas Offers Economic Benefits.
1. Fuel Savings
Potential.
Natural gas
currently offers a
significant
fuel savings
potential
to
a broad range of
customers.
Equivalent
Energy
Cost.
($/Million
BTU)
Vermont Gas Rate Current
Oil Cost Electricity
No. 2
No. 4
Home Heating
5.84
7.94
N/A
16.41
Commercial or.
Industrial
5.90
7.94
N/A
N/A
Heating
Industrial
5.92
N/A
Process
5.58
Large
Industrial
(Interruptible)
5.00-6.00
5.92
N/A.
This table does not reflect the additional cost
advantage of approximately ten percentthat new high
efficiency natural. gas heating equipment offers for home
heating and many commercial applications. Furthermore,
although #6 fuel oil is no longer allowed for use in new
EXHIBIT 11
Page -2-
energy applications in the State, the Company has been
able to offer existing 96 oil users an interruptible, or
"off peak" service which provides the benefits of clean
burning natural gas at less cost than the cost of
residual fuel oil.
2. Energy Savings for Employers. A recent survey by the
public accounting firm of Alexander Grant & Company
found that energy costs adversely impact on the business
climate in Vermont. The availability of lower cost
natural gas should significantly improve the local
business climate. The Company serves most major
employers in its service area, including the IBM
facility in Essex Junction, the General Electric plant
in Burlington, the Boise Cascade facility in Sheldon
Springs, and the Medical Center Hospital of Vermont.
The Company seeks to serve new employers as evidenced by
its commitment to make natural gas available to indus-
trial parks in its service area. Industrial customers
purchase natural gas under contracts that assure them
the economic benefit of supplying their energy needs at
a lower cost than that of competing energy sources. By
helping to assure existing and new industrial customers
of future natural gas supply, the Project contributes to
local business profitability and expansion.
EXHIBIT ll
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3, Energy
Savings for Employees. Not only will the lower
cost of natural gas significantly improve the area's
climate for industrial and commercial development, but
it will also improve the living standard for employees
by providing lower cost home heating. By converting to
gas, residential customers can save 30-50% on energy
costs. Moreover, the Company rents water heaters and
other equipment to customers at reasonable costs. This
equipment rental program allows customers to avoid
substantial capital outlays attendant to the conversion
jor component of the Project
from competing fuels. A ma
is the expansion and upgrading of the Company's trans-
mission and distribution system to make possible the
addition of at least one thousand new residential heat-
ing customers per year. By reducing energy costs for
present and prospective residents of the Company's
service area, the Project has a positive impact on the
regi.on's business climate.
q, opportunitv to Achieve Substantial Impact at Reasonable
Cost. Since the .late ninteenth century, the Company has
been developing its transmission and distribution
systems. The Project, which upgrades and expands these
systems, builds upon substantial capital outlays over
several decades. The opportunity to substantially
improve an existing system --at a fraction of the cost of
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constructing a natural gas transmission and distribution
system from scratch --is available nowhere else in the
State of Vermont.
5, O ortunit to Serve Economically Disadvanta ed Areas.
radio
By expanding and upgrading its existing system, the
Company can continue to provide natural gas to residen-
tial customers at reasonable rates. Management believes
that completion of the Project will enable the Company
to continue to serve economically disadvantaged areas in
cities such as Burlington, St. Albans and Winooski
without seeking rate increases even to offset inflation.
6. Increase Local and State Revenues. The Company's
expansion Program will provide higher local and state
tax revenues through a number of different sources, In
each municipality served by the Company, the Company
pays substantial local property taxes based on the
assets in that municipality. As a result of the in-
creased value of the Company's capital plant, munici-
palities will be able to collect additional property
taxes. The majority of the Company's capital expen-
ditures over the next three years will be subject to `
local property taxes. This will result -in an increase
in the Company's property tax base of $5,500,000 over
the period. In 1983, the Company's tax bills averaged
4.7% of the assessed valuation of the property in the
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towns the Company served. At that rate, local communi-
ties would derive an additional $250,000 per year in
property taxes from the $5,500,000 additional investment.
In addition, state income tax revenues will increase
based on the Company's increased earnings from the new
investment. Since the Company expects and would be
allowed a return on the entire amount of its increased
investment, the full $6,000,000 capital program will
impact state revenues. Using a 15% after tax return,
the $6,000,000 of additional investment would produce
net income of $900,000 per year. Assuming a pretax
income of $1,817,000, a taxable income of $1,667,000,
and a marginal Federal tax rate of 46% and a state tax
rate of 9%, the resulting state income tax revenue would
amount to $150,000 a year.
In addition to these direct increases in local and state
revenues, the State will realize a number of indirect
sources of revenue. To the extent that energy savings
increase customers' earnings, the State will enjoy
increased tax revenues. Even more significantly, an
increase in the Company's ability to -serve customers
will encourage industrial expansion. Due to uncertainty
in energy markets through the last ten years, companies
that are relocating today emphasize the need for avail-
ability of alternate fuels. In addition, natural gas is
EXHIBIT ii
Page -6-
required for many industrial processes such as food
preparation, textile finishing, glass processing and a
number of ceramic applications. The availability of
reasonably priced natural gas will allow the region to
attract such highly valued businesses.
7. Natural Gas Facilitates Energy Cogeneration. One of the
most. attractive opportunities for energy savings in the
country today is the growing trend to on -site generation
of electricity combined with recovery and utilization of
the waste heat produced in the generation process. Such
"cogeneration" systems are substantially more efficient
than the independent production of electricity in large
central plants which waste 60% or more of the energy
used. Natural gas is an ideal fuel for the highly
reliable gas turbines or large reciprocating engines
used for such cogeneration projects. A number of
industrial and large commercial energy users in the
Company's service area are actively considering the
installation of such systems.
B. Natural Gas is a Clean, Efficient Source of EnerSM.
1. Natural Gas is an Ecologically Responsive Alternative to
Oil and Coal. The primary environmental benefit from
burning natural gas, as opposed to other fuels, is
improved air quality. A boiler operating on natural gas
emits, on average, only 0.0006 lbs. of SO2 per million
EXHIBIT 11
Page -7-
BTU's of fuel burned. In contrast, a 1.5% sulphur fuel
oil consumed in a large boiler emits 1.6 lbs. of SO2 per
million BTU's. A coal fired electric generating plant
using a 2% sulphur coal would emit 3.6 lbs. of SO2 per
million BTU's. Natural gas combustion emits almost no
particulate matter. In fact, particulate emissions are
less than 1/10 that of residual oil and 750 times less
than burning coal to produce electricity. Nitrous oxiue
emissions from gas fired boilers are equal to or
slightly lower than that from large oil fired boilers
but are substantially lower than emissions from large
coal fired boilers.
2. Natural Gas is an Ecologically Responsive Alternative to
Electricity. Electric utilities in Vermont reach their
peak requirements during the winter because of the high
incidence of electric heating in the area. The Public
Service Department's March, 1983 study entitled
"Electric Power in Vermont 20-Year Plan" forecasts that
75% of new housing constructed through 1990 will utilize
electric heat. The Company's ability to convert
industries and homes from electric to gas heating
reduces pressure on electric utilities to continue
building high cost new generating capacity.
Perhaps equally important, the reduction in electric
peak load requirements, which results from the increased
use of natural, gas, frees up both generating and
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distribution capacity in the electric system for higher
value uses. The Public Service Department's March, 1983
study states: "The electrical equipment and electronics
manufacturing firms as a group are the state's largest
industrial consumers of electricity." Expanding the
availability of natural gas service will help to ensure
that such desirable employers will continue to have
access to the electrical energy that is critical to
their business.
3. The Natural Gas System is EnvironmentallySu erior to
those of Oil and Electricity.
Natural gas is delivered
s constructed according to
through underground pipeline
standards set by the United States Department of
Transportation and various state agencies. Electrical
energy, in contrast, is delivered through high voltage
transmission lines that mar the landscape. Fueloil is
delivered by truck. Trucking of oil is not only inef-
ficient, but pollutes the State, threatens individuals'
safety, and taxes our streets and highways.
4e Natural Gas is a Reliable Source of Ener or the
f
Future. The Company purchases 100% of its natural gas F
requirements from Canada under a long term natural gas
supply contract. Canada has a surplus of natural gas,
and therefore has an incentive to continue supplying
natural gas to American customers at a reasonable price.
EXHIBIT 11
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Moreover, proven reserves in the Arctic and in the
Maritime Provinces insure a supply of natural gas into
the 21st century.
m&-
VMA No. 4 gNHIBIT 1,
(2) (3) (4) (5) VERMONT INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
Findings of Planning Commission or Municipality
(To be prepared by Municipal Planning Commission, if no Municipal Planning Commission exists, Munici-
pal Officers or Regional Planning Commission may make findings.)
. Name of Planning Commission, or Municipality �tl)j,�_ ...9 L
... .........
................... I .... ................................. .................................. ....... ........ .......
Description of Proposed Industrial Project or Park ......... ...... Q�0,4os,.1v c4-
...... I ......................................
.......................... .................................................. ........
........ .... _ ............. -.1 ..... _ ............... . ... 1 ...... 1. .. � I .......................... _ ..................................... ................. _ -
Municipality in which Proposed Industrial Project or Park is to be located ................
................. ................. .................. _ ........................ ...... .. I ................................... ...................................................
The undersigned ............ __ ............ .............W_7'i-9 K t
..... ................... ....I .I. .................
'- , t (Kunkip4a otscwz) aumling commudon) C
�11 � Vermont,
of the City, of ... L'_ ..................... ................. ..... .................... ..... -, after
a study of the proposed industrial site, a review of the municipal ordinances and a general study of the
effects of the proposed industrial project or Park upon the municipality in which it is to be located here
with submit the following findings at the request of the Vermont Industrial Development Authority.,
l. That the proposed industrial project or park (4W (will not) violate existing zoning ordinance-,
and regulations, and would be located in a district zoned L"-T-...t-Lk C
.................... ......
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2. That the proposed industrial project or park (is) CmsmsO in accord with a comprehensive municipal
plan-
3. That the proposed industrial project or park (will) (wig not) involve unusual costs to the Com-
munity.
If affirmative-- estimate costs —
Water Main ........................ :T .......................Street stmet 1�tensiocm $_ .... .............
Sewer Main $ ........................................................-other costs (itemized)
.......................................................... ............................... . ............................................... ............................... ............
6. That the proposed industrial project or park CLs) (b6a*# in the best interests of the community
for the following reasons:
................. .T . .............. ..........................
.......... ... ......... .......... .... ......... ................................................................
........................................ ............. ............. ............ .......... . ... ...... I . ............ ... . . ............ . . ....
S1&MAtXLM...... ( .................... ... ........... ............... . .....
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VMA No, 4
(2) (3) (4) (5) VERMONT INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
Findings of Planning Commission or` Municipality
(To be prepared by Municipal Planning Commission, if no Municipal Planning Commission exists, Munici-
pal Officers or Regional Planning Commission may make findings.)
Name of Planning Commissi a or Municipality ....... 5Q.V .t. b ,Burlington ... Planning s10n
........................................................................................................................................................................................
Description of Proposed Industrial Project or Park ........... . ...............................................................................
Vermont Gas System distribution system
....................................... System system .......................................................................
........................................................................................... ............................................................................................
Municipality in which Proposed Industrial Project or Park is to be located ..C.h.i.t.t.e.nd.e.n ... a.n d .........
...Franklin. ... C.o.u.n.t.ie.s.,...(.t.e.n.t.a.t.i.v.e..l.y .... South Burlington)
.. ............................................................................................
The undersigned ... ...... Membex-s ... of ... Ua e... rig ... qQT1n.i.s.sJ.o.n ..........................................
CKmnk#*1 Officws) ala=tne C=nasdon)
of the City, Town of ..South ... .................................... ............................. ..., Vermont, after
a study of the proposed industrial site, a review of the municipal ordinances and a general study of the
effects of the proposed industrial project or park upon the municipality in which it is to be located here-
with submit the following findings at the request of the Vermont Industrial Development Authority,
1. That the proposed industrial project or park (94-11) (will not) violate existing zoning ordinances
and regulations, and would be located in a district zoned ... t-h4.t ... all.o.w.s .... d.is.t.rJ.b-u.t.i.on ......
lines as a conditional use
................................................................. ..........................
Z. That the proposed industrial pFoject or park Cis) go Jin inmrd with a compreh municii�
Y
per -This would be reviewed when specific 6Zi-ation is Ue-Tmerveinea.,
3. That the proposed industrial project or park (wjW not) involve uncosts to the com-
munity. To be evaluated -wen specific Tocation unusual costsis determined.
If affirmative —estimate, costs —
WaterMain $ .................................
Sewer Main $ ...................................
.....................................................................
...............Street Extensions $ .....................................
.............._Other COStS C1te[0i714
6- That the Proposed industrial project or park Cis) (Is not) in the best interests of the community
for the following reasons:
....... Re_qu.l.a..t.io.n.s,..a.l.lo.w. public utility' transmission and
. .. ...... ........... . ...............................................................................
......... ds a conditional lines as use in all districts of the
.......... .......... .... .......... ....... ..... .... ... .... ...................................................................................................
....... citv exceot Flood Plain, Conservation Open Space, Park and Recreation
................ .. .
aDistricts. s wiTI.IY6.. 6V.9
case by case basis. Signatures ...............
Upgraded service will ... ...... . ............. . ... ... ........... .. ....
benefit residents and ..... . . . . . .. . ...... ........ . ........ ..........
businesses.
r.............. . . ............ . ..... . ... . ..
. ...................
VMA No. 4
(2) (3) (4) (5) VERMONT INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
Findings of Planning Commission or Municipality
(To be prepared by Municipal Planning Commission; if no Municipal Planning Commission exists, Munici-
pal Officers or Regional Planning Commission may make findings.)
Name of Planning Commission or Municipality ....,,..St.-...Albans..CitV Planning.. QQW.'5.;3.j.9.n....
.............. ....... I ................... 11 SS
.}.On
..... - .................................. I ......... ............................................................................................
Description of Proposed =daftlUl Project br>F=j% ......... Installatio. a ........
........................... ........
lines in the City of St. Albans
.............................................. I ...... ........................ ......... ... ........................ ...........................................................
....................................................................... I .......... ............... ........ I ..............................................................
Municipality in which Proposed AX4K&tk0 Project)&M?&k is to be located ...... .S.t ...... Alb.an.s...C.i.t_y ........
............................................................ ...................... .................................................................
The undersigned - ....4onin2 Administrator
Zoning Administrator
.............................................. ............................ ................
(Municipal offiews) anannins CQ=nxiadon)
of the City, Xr4Wff of ......... ...... ....................... .......... .... _ ........ 1 ....... I , Vermont, after
a study of the proposed industrial site, a review of the municipal ordinances and a general study of the
effects of the proposed industrial project or park upon the municipality in which it is to be located here•
with submit the following findings at the request of the Vermont Industrial Development Authority. _
1. That the proposed industrial project or park Px" (will not) violate existing zoning ordinances
and regulations, and would be located in a district zoned qe.n_t.r.a.1.Business. .. and ..................
Service Industrial
..............................................
I That the proposed industrial project or park (is) OI&Win accord with a comprehensive municipal
plam
any
3. That the proposed industrial project or park (2= (will not) involve AuRt=n costs to the com-
munity.
If affirmative --estimate costs -
PaterMains$ ..........................:..............................Street Extensions 3_.......................................................
Sewer Main $., ...................................................... -Other costs (itemized)
6. That the proposed industrial project or park (is) gx=O in the best interests of the community
for the following reasons:
.......... .... .M.o r e ... areas a.s..,o.f ,.t.h.e .. city. y.. wit. 1.1., hay.e. . a.c.c.e s s ... t o. . n.a t u.r.a.lgq....................................
.... .......... ...... ... ............ .... .. ......... ................. ........................... . .....
............................................ _ ..... .... .... ...... .... ..... ... ........ .... . �2'..
T
CITY OF WINOOSKI
PLANNING COMMISSION
MUNICIPAL BUILDING
WINOOSKI, VERMONT 05404
September 20, 1984
William W. Schroeder
Downs, Rachlin and Martin
100 Dorset Street
South Burlington, Vermont 05401-6293
Dear Mr. Schroeder:
RECOVER
S E P 2 41984
Y.JWNc3, ^ACHLIN a MARM
6URLINGTON
The City of Winooski Planning Commission is in favor
of upgrading gas service to Winooski and Chittenden County
residents and businesses.
When Vermont Gas develops specific improvement plans
involving Winooski, please submit them to the Planning
Commission for its review and comment.
Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions
on this matter.
Sincerely,
I ZZ,
Rendol Barlow
City Planner
RB:amc
TOWN OF COLCHESTER
VERMONT
05446
802.655-081 3
September 21, 1984
Mr. William W. Schroeder
Downs, Rachlin & Martin
100 Dorset Street
Burlington, Vermont 05401-6293
Re: Vermont Gas Systems
Dear Mr. Schroeder:
RECEIVED
S E P 2 41984
YtlUh-G. ZACHLIN & MARTIN
5LIRLINGTON
This letter is in response to your correspondence dated September 17, 1984
regarding the above.
In the event of an expansion by Vermont Gas Systems, Inc. to extend their
gas distribution lines, the Town would not be opposed to any such expansion
providing the extension met with the Towns existing zoning ordinances. Such
an expansion would be in conformance with the Town Master Plan.
If any clarification or further information is required, please contact this
office at your convenience.
Sincerely,
Alan Benjamin
Development Adminis raator
enclosure
VMA No. 4
(2) (3) (4) (5) VERMONT INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
Findings of Planning Commission or Municipality
(To be prepared by Municipal Planning Commission; if no Municipal Planning Commission exists, Munid.
pal Officers or Regional Planning Commission may make findings.)
Name of Planning Commission or Municipality ....................... Colchester Planning Cormiission
..................................................................................................................
Description of Proposed Industrial Project or Park Possible extension of gas
distribution lines (future)
............................................
.........................................................
............................................."----...................................................................
...........................................................................................................--......
Municipality in which Proposed Industrial Project or Park is to be located ........... Colchester
.................................
...............................................................................................................
71w undersignedQpJ�?ent-,-Administrator
........ .........................
(M=dclp.i Officers) n)
of the City, Town of .................... Vermont, after
a study of the proposed industrial site, a review of the municipal ordinances and a general study of the
effects of the proposed industrial project or park upon the municipality in which it is to be located here-
with submit the following findings at the request of the Vermont Industrial Development Authority.:..
1. That the proposed industrial project or park (will) (will not) violate existing zoning ordinances
and regulations, and would be located in a district zoned ...........
............................................................................................
2. That the proposed industrial project or park Cis) Cis not) in accord with a comprehensive municipal
plarL
3. That the proposed industrial project or park (will) (will not) involve unusual costs to the com-
munity.
If affirmative —estimate costs —
Water Mains $............................. .............................Street l�teasions $.-...... ................
Sewer Mainsi ........................................................ -Other costs (itemized)
..............................................................................--•...........................................
6. That the proposed industrial project or park Cis) (is not) in the best interests of the community
for the following reasons:
..............................................................................................J_.................................. .... .... _ ........._..._....
Alan Benjamin, Dev opment Administrator
VMA No. 4
(2) (3) (4) (5) VERMONT INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
Findings of Planning Commission or Municipality
(To be prepared by Municipal Planning Commission: if no Municipal planning Commission exists, Munici.
pal Officers or Regional Planning Commission may make findings)
Name of Planning Commission. or Municipality ..... rQwn .... G.0 ::...............................::..........
x v)in.......
..C.Qm ss"On
. . .... ............................................................. ......................................................................
Descriptlon, of Proposed Industrial Project or Park .... \.) .... ... ).0. .... o ........................... t 0 S( 4
tabs, n ...... na
...............
........................................................................................................................................................................................
Municipality in which Proposed Industrial Project or Park is to be located .... .............
ca.nKhn .. ......... ..c.Lk,n h . ................................................................................................................................
The undersigned ..... . pkuv..)-a.t- vnslc'r
CKMWdP*1 officers) ana=iag of the City,commisdon)
L) .......... ............................................ ..... ........ ......................... Vermont, after
a study of the proposed industrial site, a review of the municipal ordinances and a general study of the
effects of the proposed industrial project or park upon the municipality in which it is to be located here-
with submit the following findings at the request of the Vermont Industrial Development Authority.
1. That the proposed industrial project or park (wffl)will n violate existing zoning ordinances
and regulations, and would be located is a district zoned .....
..... .......
2. That the proposed industrial project or park P-is aot) in accord with a comprehensive munidpal
PL'UL ((,Icw �Xol(td )
3. That the proposed industrial project or park (willKa:n involve unusual costs to the com-
munity.
If affirmative —estimate costs, —
Water Mains$ ........................... t ............................. Street Extensions 3---................................................_....
Sewer Main $ ........................................................_Other costs (itemized)
......................................................................................................................................................................................
6. That the proposed industrial project or park G (is not) in the best interests of the community
for the following reasons:
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TOWN CLERK'S OFFICE
GEORGIA. VERMONT
524-3524
POST OPPIC[: R. I. 0. 2. ST. ALSANS. VT. 05476
Paula H. Newman
Downs, Rachlin & Martin
100 Dorset Street
South Burlington, VT.
November 21, 1984
RE: Vermont Gas Systems, Inc. - Vermont Industrial Development Authority
Industrial Revenue Bond Financing for Expansion and Upgrading of
Gas Distribution Systems.
Ms. Newman:
The Town of Georgia, having recently experienced an expansion of
your gas main to service one of our industrial areas, would like to
encourage Vermont Gas Systems, Inc. in your appropriation of funds for
future expansion and upgrading of your distribution system.
The potential for expanded use and future needs does exist in the
Town of Georgia. The upgrading and expansion of such a system is a
permitted conditional use in all areas and does not conflict with our
Town Plan.
Should Vermont Gas Systems, Inc. require expansion and/or upgrading
of your present system, please contact the Georgia Planning Commission
for its comments and review.
Regards,
t'k % W4�
B. M. Matthews, Chairman
Georgia Planning Commission
VEDA No. 4
(2) (3) (4) (5) VERMONT INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
Findings of Planning Commission or Municipality
(To be prepared by Municipal Planning Commission; if no Municipal Planning Commission exists, Munid-
pal Officers or Regional Planning Commission may make findings.)
Name of Planning Commission or Municipality .......... ............ ........... ...................
I ..................... ............................... ........................... .......... ............. ......... ................... I .......................... ....................
Description of Proposed Industrial Project -orefWk ... tip(-:-XPS-
. ................. ......................................... ...............
........................................... ................ ................................... ................................... ....... ........
Municipality in which Proposed Industrial Project or Park is to be located .......
........................... -..- ....................................... ...... ... ..... : ................. ............. - ............ ..................................... -
The undersigned ... .................... 4 ...................
(Municipwi oalcm) cp1anninir comma a)
of the City, Town of . ...... .................................. ...... - ....... ...... .. Vermont, after
a study of the proposed industrial site, a review of the municipal ordinances and a general study of the
effects of the proposed industrial project or park upon the municipality in which it is to be located here-
with submit the following findings, at the request of the Vermont Industrial Development Authority,
will not
1. That the proposed industrial project or park On-KT7dJEnzt) violate existing zoning ordinance
and regulations, and would be located in a district zoned .... .... . IN, L—L— — ......... -----------------
2- That the proposed industrial project or park (s) 09=4 in accord with a comprehensive municipal
plan.
3. That the proposed industrial project or park (will) -(WMRE* involve unusual costs to the com-
munity.
If affirmative —estimate costs --
WaterMain $..........................-..............................Street ............ ......................................
Sewer Main $ ........................................................_Other costs (itemized)
................................................................................. . .......................................... .................. ..................
6. That the proposed industrial project or park (is) (Is not) in the best interests of the community
for the following reasons:
..............
....................................................................
............................ ........... . .....
7�._. . . ....... . ....................
. . ... ............... . ...
.... . ........................................ .......... - ...............
TOWN OF ST. ALBANS, VERMONT
OFFICE OF TOWN CLERK
ST. ALBANS BAY, VERMONT 05481
October 5, 1984
Downs Rachlin & Martin
100 Dorset Street
Burlington, Vermont 05401-6293
Attention: William W. Schroeder
Dear Mr. Schroeder:
a,Ft� ED
OCT 0 1984
t. .
In reference to your letter of September 17, 1984, which was
received on the following day, the planning commission feels
that because of the time element and lack of more specific
information it can not fill out the VIDA forms at this time.
You requested the completed VIDA form by September 19,1984
which was impossible for us to do. Our planning commission
meets the first Tuesday of each month.
Sincerely,
" °"M
Theresa L. Swann
Secretary
VMA No. 4
(2) (3) (4) (5) VERMONT INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
Findings of Planning Commission cw Municipality
(TO be Prepared by Municipal Planning Commission; if no Municipal Planning Commission exists, Munici-
pal Officers or Regional Planning Commission may make findinfA)
Name of Planning Commission or Municipality ............... ........ _ ........................ .... ..
....................................... I ........ .......... ............... ........ - ................. ....... ............. ....... ............ ....... ... .
Description of Proposed Industrial Project or
........... __ ......................................... ................................................................................ __ ........
........... .... _._ ...... .............. .............. .......... ........ .................... _ .............................. ......................................
Municipality in which Proposed Industrial Project or Park is to be located ..................
............... ............................. ..................................... ....... ............... ...........................................................................
Theundersigned ....... .......................................... .........................
(Hunicipai omcem) CPT&nnlng commi EL)
of theXUr, Town of Z.4/21U./ir ..............................__ ............. ...... ...... .......... Vermont, after
a study of the proposed industrial site, a review of the municipal ordinances and a general study of the
effects of the proposed industrial project or park upon the municipality in which it Is to be located here-
with submit the following findings at the request of the Vermont Industrial Development Authority.,
1. That the proposed industrial project or park 4aift (will not) violate existing zoning ordinances
and regulations, and would be located in a district zoned oeea.(;P�
.................
2. That the proposed industrial project or park (Ls) CuHrolTin accord with a comprehensive municipal
plam
3. That the proposed industrial project or park kwiflT (will not) involve unusual costs to the com-
munity.
If affirmative —estimate costs. —
Water Main s..........................!..............................Street Eh:tensi $ ....... __ --------- - ..............................
Sewer Mains $ ........................................................_Other costs (itemized)
6- That the proposed industrial project or park Cis) Xlx-set) in the best interests of the ccx=unity
for the following reaso,
.............................. .............
............................. I ... .......... -.1- .... .... ................ ............... ............................................
- -J B 6 1%" J, -
I
VMA No. 4
(2) (3) (4) (S) VERMONT INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
Findings of Planning Commission or Municipality
(To be prepared by Municipal Planning Commission; if no Municipal Planning Commission exists, Munici-
pal Officers or Regional Planning Commission may make findings.)
/ G �r/3TE
Name of Planning Commission or Municipality......17.�.....�..............................................................................
.........................................................................................................................................................................................
Description of Proposed Industrial Project or Paris ...1 X I'-f 0 �ti j.... 6 Af Y Y, %ENt
................................................
................................................................................. ...................................---...........................................................
Municipality in which Proposed Industrial Project or Park is to be located ._.�..........
......................................................................................................................
The undersigned ... ...�.�9/t!�t//.vG .....C�.1.
0taniera.t omew-si ananning Commiadon)
of theme Town of .......f�.l�=.............................................................. __. Vermont, after
a study of the proposed industrial site, a review of the municipal ordinances and a general study of the
effects of the proposed industrial project or park upon the municipality in which it is to be located here-
with submit the following findings at the request of the Vermont Industrial Development Authority.
a
1. That the proposed industrial project or park Fold (will not) violate existing zoning ordinances
and regulations, and would be located in a district zoned D E� T/f. L y c.
2. That the proposed industrial project or park Cis) Cis not) is accord with a comprehensive municipal
plan-
3. That the proposed industrial project or park (will) (will not) involve unusual costs to the com-
munity.
If affirmative --estimate cosLs-
Water Mains ........................
.. !................................Street E�rtensions$....... ...........................................
__..._
Sewer Mains $ ........................................................ -Other costs (itemized)
S. That the proposed industrial project or parr Cis) grant) in the best interests of the community
for the following reasons:
TENS�viv �iPAIvS /�I. p %" o/� i c T,tCR......................................................................_...f...1.... L....T..Y.................. e.......e..._.......
............ I ........... I .... ... I... ......................................................................... ....._................ _....
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VMA No. 4
(2) (3) (4) (5) VERMONT INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
Findings of Planning Commission or Municipality
(TO be Prepared by Municipal Planning Commission, if no Municipal Planning Commission exists, Munid-
pal Officers or Regional Planning Commission may make findings.)
Name of Planning Commission or Municipality .... .....-All ................7-f.._.... .C7A1............................. I ........
............................................................................................ ....... ....... - .......................... ...... .............. ...................
Description of Proposed Industrial Project or Paric ........ ...... �e. .... 45_�x?" 1-,(-F_1c1. v ............
............................................ .......................... .................................................................
.. ......................................................................................... ............................................................................................
Municipality in which Proposed Industrial Project or Park is to be located ..............
.................................. ..................... I ................................................................... .
The undersigned ....... .......... I ....... '1t"e_A"'V1'0VC7
...... ........ ..................................................................
Municipal offlAws) aninmins C4Ymmfadon
of the 494yL,- Town of .......
........ I .......... ...... .................... ............... Vermont, after
a study of the proposed industrial site, a review of the municipal ordinances and a general study of the
effects of the proposed industrial project or park upon the municipality in which it is to be located here-
with submit the following findings at the request of the Vermont Industrial Development Authority..
1. That the proposed industrial project or park (qpd4 (will not) violate existing zoning ordinances
�r .1 ;a
and regulations, and would be located in a district zoned ....... 0-!-C, .S ----- 7 ........... -' A' ?'?/---- .v6�
2. That the proposed industrial project or park (is) (is so!) in accord with a comprehensive municipal
plan-
3. That the proposed industrial project or park (will) (will not) involve unusual costs to the com-
munity.
If affirmative —estimate costs —
Water Mains a..... ..................... !: ............................ -Street Extensions $ ........ ........ ...............................
Sewer Main $.. ........... . ......................................... -Other costs CitetnizedD
T -
................... / '0 1&10 -0 Z7;6-k
....................................................................... . ........................................................................................
6- That the proposed industrial project or park (is) Cw-aek) in the best interests of the community
for the following reasons:
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ct,*/ 7-0 -�A�o ... —a& --le.1-
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--- - ----------- I --- — ----
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Signatur 11
VmA No. 4
(2) (3) (4) (S) VERMONT INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
Findings of Planning Commission or Municipality
(To be prepared by Municipal Planning Commission, if no Municipal Planning Commission exists, Munici.
pal Officers or Regional Planning Commission may make findings.)
Name of Planning Commission or Municipality ....Villa.&e of Essex Junction. . . ................................................................
........................................................................................................................................................................................
Description of Proposed Industrial Project or Park .... new��as lines for new residential
...........................................................................
... developments.......
....................................................... . .....................
........................................................................................................................................................................................
Municipality in which Proposed Industrial Project or Park is to be located .Village of Essex
Junction
........................................................................................................................................................................................
The undersigned ... .... Planning..Commission
....................................................................................................
municipal om ► aeummins comms.amna
of the .......................................................... Vermont, after
a study of the proposed industrial site, a review of the municipal ordinances and a general study of the
effects of the proposed industrial project or park upon the municipality in which it is to be located here.
with submit the following findings at the request of the Vermont Industrial Development Authority. .
1. That the proposed industrial project or park AWW (will not) violate existing zoning ordinances
and regulations, and would be located in a district zoned .... ........... .......................................................
2. That the proposed industrial project or park (is) (MYf) in accord with a comprehensive municipal
plan-
3. That the proposed industrial project or park IWO (wM not) involve unusual costs to the com-
munity.
If affirmative ---estimate costs —
waterMains i.......................... ............................Street Thdensions$.... ...............................................
......
Sewer Mains $ ........................................................ -other costs (itemized)
........................................................................................................................................................................................
6. That the proposed industrial project or park (is) (11=4 in the best interests of the community
for the following reasons:
............Wii .,provide gas._service to new. residential developments in the Village
.... ............... ............................
... ............ I.£.enew..services...are... installed. tQ...Viliage specifications they will be in _...__..
......... ...........
.............com�l.lance..sa�.th..Zb�e..X ].7 3ge..M .s.te�. Plan:. ...._...................... .................... _..............�.....
Signatures- / ... ...�...................:......... .......
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