HomeMy WebLinkAboutSP-05-49 - Decision - 0011 Commerce AvenueCITY OF SOUTH BURLINGTON
DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING & ZONING
AL AN'S AUTO SERVICE — 11 COMMERCE AVENUE
SITE PLAN #SP-05-49
FINDINGS OF FACT AND DECISION
JG Architect, hereafter referred to as the applicant, is seeking to amend a previously
approved site plan for a 2,584 square foot auto service and repair facility. The applicant
received approval for an amendment for a 2,344 square foot addition on May 3, 2005.
The applicant is proposing to amend that amendment by: 1) moving an existing storage
shed, and 2) expanding the size and layout of the parking area, 11 Commerce Avenue.
Based on the plans and supporting material contained in the document file for this
application, the Administrative Officer finds, concludes, and decides as follows:
FINDINGS OF FACT
1. This project consists of amending a previously approved site plan for a 2,584
square foot auto service and repair facility. The applicant received approval for
an amendment for a 2,344 square foot addition on May 3, 2005. The applicant is
proposing to amend that amendment by: 1) moving an existing storage shed, and
2) expanding the size and layout of the parking area, 11 Commerce Avenue.
2. The owners of record of the subject property are Alan L. Brusoe and Ann Marie
Soutiere.
3. The subject property is located in the Mixed Industrial and Commercial (IC)
Zoning District.
4. The application was received on October 13, 2005.
5. The plan submitted is entitled, "Al An's Auto Service 11 Commerce Avenue
South Burlington VT 05403", prepared by JG Architects, Inc. , dated 3/27/05, last
revised on 10/10/05.
DIMENSION REQUIREMENTS
6. There will be no change to building or front yard coverages. Overall coverage will
increase to 41% (maximum allowed is 70%).
7. Setback requirements are being met for the relocated accessory structure.
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SITE PLAN REVIEW STANDARDS
Vehicular access
8. Access is provided via a curb cut from Commerce Avenue. No changes
proposed.
Circulation
9. Circulation on the site is adequate.
Parking
10. The parking area is being expanded. There are currently 16 spaces approved,
including one (1) handicap designated space. Eleven parking spaces are
required for this property.
11. Pursuant to Section 13.01(G)(5) of the Land Development Regulations, bicycle
parking shall be provided on the subject property. A bicycle rack is shown on the
plan.
12. Pursuant to Section 13.01(B) of the Land Development Regulations, internal
landscaping of the parking area does not apply.
Landscaping
13. The applicant is not proposing any changes to the landscaping.
14. Pursuant to Section 13.06(B)(4) of the Land Development Regulations, snow
storage areas must be shown on the plan. Snow storage areas are shown on
the plan.
Outdoor Lighting
15. No changes to exterior lighting are proposed.
Pursuant to Sections 14.06 and 14.07 of the Land Development Regulations, the
following review standards shall apply to the site plan applications:
Traffic
16. There will be no traffic impacts.
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(a) The relationship of the proposed development to goals and objects set
forth in the City of South Burlington Comprehensive Plan.
17. The Comprehensive Plan states that the City should encourage development
while protecting natural resources and promoting a healthy and safe
environment. The proposed project is in keeping with the recommended actions
of the Comprehensive Plan.
(b)The site shall be planned to accomplish a desirable transition from structure
to site, from structure to structure, and to provide for adequate planting, safe
pedestrian movement, and adequate parking areas.
18. The building is existing and no changes are proposed.
(c) Parking shall be located to the rear or sides of buildings to the greatest
extent practicable.
19. Most of the parking is located to the rear and sides. All parking is existing with no
additional parking proposed.
20. Section 13.01 of the Land Development Regulations requires that bicycle parking
or storage facilities be provided for employees, residents, and visitors to the site.
It has already been noted that a bicycle rack is sited on the plan.
(d) Without restricting the permissible limits of the applicable zoning district,
the height and scale of each building shall be compatible with its site and
existing or adjoining buildings.
21. The building is existing and no changes are proposed. The applicant is
proposing to move an existing accessory storage shed to a different location on
the property. The new location of the accessory storage shed meets all setback
requirements.
(e) Newly installed utility service modifications necessitated by exterior
alterations or building expansions shall, to the extent feasible, be
underground.
22. The plans do not indicate changes in utility service.
(0 The combination of common materials and architectural characteristics,
landscaping, buffers, screens and visual interruptions to cerate attractive
transitions between buildings or different architectural styles shall be
encouraged.
23. The building is existing and no changes are proposed.
(g) Proposed structures shall be related harmoniously to themselves, the
terrain and to existing buildings and roads in the vicinity that have a visual
relationship to the proposed structures.
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24. The building is existing and no changes are proposed. The applicant is
proposing to move an existing accessory storage shed to a different location on
the property. The new location of the accessory storage shed meets all setback
requirements
In addition, to the above general review standards, site plan applications shall meet the
following specific standards set forth in Section 14.07 of the Land Development
Regulations:
(a) The reservation of land may be required on any lot for provision of access to
abutting properties whenever such access is deemed necessary to reduce curb
cuts onto an arterial or collector street, to provide additional access for
emergency or other purposes, or to improve general access and circulation in the
area.
25. The reservation of land is not necessary.
(b) Electric, telephone, and other wire -served utility lines and service connections
shall be underground. Any utility installations remaining above ground shall be
located so as to have a harmonious relation to neighboring properties and to the
site.
26. No changes to existing underground utilities.
(c) All dumpsters and other facilities to handle solid waste, including compliance
with any recycling or other requirements, shall be accessible, secure and properly
screened with opaque fencing to ensure that trash and debris do not escape the
enclosure(s).
27. Pursuant to Section 13.06(C)(1) of the Land Development Regulations,
screened dumpster locations must be shown on the plans. A screened
dumpster location is shown on the plan.
DECISION
Based on the above Findings of Fact, the Administrative Officer hereby approves
Site Plan #SP-05-49 to amend a previously approved site plan for a 2,584 square
foot auto service and repair facility. The applicant received approval for an
amendment for a 2,344 square foot addition on May 3, 2005. The applicant is
proposing to amend that amendment by: 1) moving an existing storage shed, and 2)
expanding the size and layout of the parking area, 11 Commerce Avenue.
1) All previous approvals and stipulations which are not superseded by this
approval shall remain in effect.
2) The Applicant shall obtain a zoning permit within six (6) months of this decision
pursuant to Section 17.04 of the Land Development Regulations, or this approval
is null and void.
3) The Applicant shall obtain a Certificate of Occupancy/Compliance from the
Administrative Officer prior to the use of the relocated accessory structure and
expanded parking area.
4) Any change to the site plan shall require approval by the South Burlington
Development Review Board.
Signed on this 2day of dc 2005 by
R�yrrlo J. ir, Administrative Officer
Please note: Pursuant to 24 VSA § 4465, an interested person may appeal this decision
by filing a Notice of Appeal with the secretary of the Development Review Board. This
Notice of Appeal must be accompanied with a $110 filing fee and be filed within 15 days
of the date of this decision.
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