HomeMy WebLinkAboutSD-04-45 - Decision - 0042 Country Club DriveCITY of SOUTH BURLINGTON
DEPARTMENT of PLANNING & ZONING
JANE EVANS HARROCKS - 42 COUNTRY CLUB DRIVE
FINAL PLAT APPLICATION #SD-04-45
FINDINGS of FACT AND DECISION
Jane Evans Harrocks, hereafter referred to as the applicant, is requesting final plat approval to
subdivide a 0.7 acre parcel with an existing single-family dwelling into two (2) lots of 20,129
square feet (Lot 1) and 11,095 square feet (Lot 2), 42 Country Club Drive. The South
Burlington Development Review Board held a public hearing on July 20, 2004. Mark Ward
represented the applicant.
Based on testimony provided at the above mentioned public hearing and the plans and
supporting materials contained in the document file for this application, the Development
Review Board finds, concludes, and decides the following:
1. The applicant is requesting final plat approval to subdivide a 0.7 acre parcel with an existing
single-family dwelling into two (2) lots of 20,129 square feet (Lot 1) and 11,095 square feet (Lot
2), 42 Country Club Drive.
2. The owner of record is Jane Evans Harrocks.
3. The subject property contains 0.7 acres and is located in the Residential 4 (R4) Zoning
District.
4. The plans consist of a plat entitled, "Boundary Line Adjustment for Jane Evans Harrocks 42
Country Club Drive South Burlington, Vermont" prepared by Vermont Land Surveyors, Inc., last
revised on 4/26/04.
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Zoning District & Dimensional Requirements
Table 1. Dimensional Requirements
R4 Zoning District
Re uired
Proposed
Min. Lot Size
10,890 SF
11,095 SF
Max. Density
4 units/acre
3.94
units/acre
Max. Building Coverage
20%
Lot 1: 14.9%
Lot 2: n/a
Max. Overall Coverage
40%
Lot 1: 19.3%
Lot 2: n/a
Min. Front Setback
30 ft.
Lot 1: 36 ft.
Lot 2: >30 ft.
Min. Side Setback
10 ft.
Lot 1: 20 ft.
Lot 2: > 10 ft.
�l Min. Rear Setback
30 ft.
Lot 1: 20 ft.
Lot 2: >30 ft.
zoning compliance
In the above table, Lot 1 is Lot 48A as labeled on the plans and Lot 2 is Lot 48 as labeled on
the plans. Some of the dimensional requirements are not applicable to the project because Lot
2 is vacant.
SUBDIVISION CRITERIA
Sufficient water supply and wastewater disposal capacity is available to meet the needs of
the project.
According to Section 15.13 of the South Burlington Land Development Regulations, the existing
public water system shall be extended so as to provide the necessary quantity of water, at an
acceptable pressure.
The Superintendent of City of South Burlington Water Department, Jay Nadeau, reviewed the
plans for the proposed project and provided comments in a memorandum dated July 14, 2004.
According to Section 15.13 of the South Burlington Land Development Regulations, the subdivider
or developer shall connect to the public sewer system or provide a community wastewater system
approved by the City and the State in any subdivision where off -lot wastewater is proposed.
The plans depict the location of the existing sewer line on the subject property. The new lot will be
served by a sewer line extending from the main line along Country Club Drive.
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Sufficient grading and erosion controls will be utilized during and after construction to
prevent soil erosion and runoff from creating unhealthy or dangerous conditions on the
subject property and adjacent properties.
The proposed project shall adhere to standards for erosion control as set forth in Section 16.03 of
the South Burlington Land Development Regulations. In addition, the grading plan shall meet the
standards set forth in Section 16.04 of the South Burlington Land Development Regulations.
The project incorporates access, circulation, and traffic management strategies sufficient
to prevent unreasonable congestion of adjacent roads.
Both of the subject properties will be accessed by private driveways off of Country Club Drive.
The project's design respects and will provide suitable protection to wetlands, streams,
wildlife habitat as identified in the Open Space Strategy, and any unique natural features
on the site.
There are no wetlands on the subject property
The project is designed to be visually compatible with the planned development patterns
in the area, as specified in the Comprehensive Plan and the purpose of the zoning
district(s) in which it is located.
The proposed project is compatible with the planned development patterns in the area, as
specified by Section 4.03(A) of the Land Development Regulations.
Open space areas on the site have been located in such a way as to maximize
opportunities for creating contiguous open spaces between adjoining parcels and/or
stream buffer areas.
This criterion is not applicable to the proposed project.
The layout of a subdivision or PUD has been reviewed by the Fire Chief or (designee) to
ensure that adequate fire protection can be provided.
This project does not warrant review by the South Burlington Fire Chief.
Roads, recreation paths, stormwater facilities, sidewalks, landscaping, utility lines and
lighting have been designed in a manner that is compatible with the extension of such
services and infrastructure to adjacent landowners.
This criterion is not applicable to the proposed project.
Roads, utilities, sidewalks, recreation paths, and lighting are designed in a manner that is
consistent with City utility and roadway plans and maintenance standards.
Pursuant to Section 15.13(E) of the Land Development Regulations, any new utility lines,
services, and service modifications shall be underground.
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The project is consistent with the goals and objectives of the Comprehensive Plan for the
affected district(s).
The proposed boundary line adjustment on this property is in conformance with the South
Burlington Comprehensive Plan.
Lot Layout.
According to Section 15.10 of the South Burlington Land Development Regulations, a minimum
width to length ratio of one to five (1:5) shall be used as a guideline by the Development Review
Board in evaluating lot proportions. Square or roughly square lots shall not be approved.
The two lots proposed through this project are in compliance with this criterion.
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b// DECISION
Motion by * A R J` b0yyr-A , seconded by t L
to Final Plat Application #SD-04-45 of Jane Evans Harrocks, 4ubject to the following conditions:
1. All previous approvals and stipulations shall remain in full effect, except as amended herein
2. This project shall be completed as shown on the plat submitted by the applicant, and on file
in the South Burlington Department of Planning & Zoning.
3. The proposed project shall adhere to standards for erosion control as set forth in Section 16.03
of the South Burlington Land Development Regulations. In addition, the grading plan shall meet
the standards set forth in Section 16.04 of the South Burlington Land Development Regulations.
4. Pursuant to Section 15.13(E) of the Land Development Regulations, any new utility lines,
services, and service modifications shall be underground.
5. Any changes to the final plat plan shall require approval of the South Burlington Development
Review Board.
6. The final plat plan (survey plat) shall be recorded in the land records within 90 days or this
approval is null and void. The plan shall be signed by the Board Chair or Clerk prior to
recording. Prior to recording the final plat plan, the applicant shall submit a copy of the survey
plat in digital format. The format of the digital information shall require approval of the Director
of Planning and Zoning.
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Chuck Bolton --yea/nay/abstain of presen
Mark Boucher -yea nay/abstain/no present
John Dinklage - e nay/abstain/not present
Roger Farley - ea ay/abstain/not present
Michele Kupersmith ye nay/abstain/not present
Larry Kupferman - ea nay/abstain of presen
Gayle Quimby -&nay/abstain/not present
Motion Carried by a vote of-ji- d
Signed this O day of , 2004 by
John Dinklage, Chair
Please note: You have the right to appeal this decision to the Vermont Environmental Court,
pursuant to 24 VSA 4471 and VRCP 76 in writing, within 30 days of the date this decision is
issued. The fee is $225.00. If you fail to appeal this decision, your right to challenge this
decision at some future time may be lost because you waited too long. You will be bound by
the decision, pursuant to 24 VSA 4472 (d) (exclusivity of remedy; finality).
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