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CITY OF SOUTH BURLINGTON
DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND ZONING
CHARLES DESLAURIERS — 401 DORSET STREET
SITE PLAN APPLICATION #SP-10-85
FINDINGS OF FACT AND DECISION
Charles Deslauriers, hereinafter referred to as the applicant is seeking approval to amend a
previously approved plan for a 104 room extended stay hotel. The amendment consists of
modifying the site plan to reflect as built condition including: 1) actual layout of parking on lot 2
(one additional parking space), 2) actual layout of parking on lots 1 & 3, 3) actual patio and
landscaping layout adjacent to `HVAC' on lot 1, 401 Dorset Street.
Based on the plans and materials contained in the document file for this application, the
Administrative Officer finds, concludes, and decides the following:
FINDINGS OF FACT
1. The applicant is seeking approval to amend a previously approved plan. The amendment
consists of modifying the site plan to reflect as built condition including: 1) actual layout of
parking on lot 2 (one additional parking space), 2) actual layout of parking on lots 1 & 3, 3)
actual patio and landscaping layout adjacent to `HVAC' on lot 1, 401 Dorset Street.
2. The owner of record of the subject property is Dorset Hotel Associates, LLC.
3. The subject property is located in the CD-3 Zoning District.
4. The application was received on November 19, 2010
5. The plan submitted is entitled, "Dorset Land Company Dorset Street South Burlington, Vt.,"
prepared by Trudell Consulting Engineers, dated 11 /4/ 1996, last revised on 11 /04/2010.
DIMENSIONAL REQUIREMENTS
6. Building coverage is remaining the same and is unchanged.
7. Setback requirements are being met.
SITE PLAN REVIEW STANDARDS
Vehicular access
8. Access is provided via curb cuts off Aspen Drive and Sherry Road. No changes are proposed.
Circulation
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9. Circulation on the site is adequate.
Parking
10. The proposed changes will result in one (1) additional parking space being provided for a
total of 121 spaces. This reduces the previously approved parking waiver from eight (8) to seven
(7) spaces for a 5.5% shortfall.
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 to this application.
Landscaping
13. There are no landscaping changes as part of this application.
14. Pursuant to Section 13.06(B)(7) of the Land Development Regulations, snow storage areas
must be shown on the plan. The plan does indicate the snow storage area.
Outdoor Lighting
15. There are no changes to outdoor lighting proposed.
Pursuant to Sections 14.06 and 14.07 of the Land Development Regulations, the following
review standards shall apply to site plan applications:
Traffic
16. Traffic will not be affected as a result of this application.
(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.
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19. As noted above, parking is located on the rear and side of the building. No changes are
proposed.
20. As noted above, a bicycle rack location is noted 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.
(e) Newly installed utility service modifications necessitated by exterior alterations or building
expansions shall, to the extent feasible, be underground.
22. The plan does not indicate a change in utility service.
(f) The combination of common materials and architectural characteristics, landscaping, buffers,
screens, and visual interruptions to create 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.
24. The building is existing and no changes are proposed.
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. As noted above, there are no changes to utility service with this application.
(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).
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27. Pursuant to Section 13.06(C)(1) of the Land Development Regulations, screened dumpster
locations must be shown on the plans. Screened dumpster locations are shown on the plan.
DECISION
Based on the above Findings of Fact, the Administrative Officer herby approves Site Plan
Application #SP-10-85 of Charles Deslauriers., the amendment consists of modifying the site
plan to reflect as built condition including: 1) actual layout of parking on lot 2 (one additional
parking space), 2) actual layout of parking on lots 1 & 3, 3) actual patio and landscaping layout
adjacent to `HVAC' on lot 1, 401 Dorset Street.
1. All previous approvals and stipulations which are not superseded by this approval shall
remain in effect.
2. This project shall be completed as shown on the plan and shall be on file in the South
Burlington Department of Planning and Zoning.
3. The applicant shall obtain a zoning permit within six (6) months pursuant to Section 17.04 of
the Land Development Regulations or this approval is null and void.
4. The applicant shall obtain a Certificate of Occupancy/Compliance from the Administrative
Officer prior to the use of the site modifications.
5. Any change to the site plan shall require approval by the South Burlington Development
Review Board or the Administrative Officer., I/\
Signed on this day of 0) 0�fV �� , 2010 by
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m n . Belair, Administrative Officer
PLEASE NOTE: An appeal of this decision may be taken by filing, within 30 days of the date of
this decision, a notice of appeal and the required fee by certified mail to the Superior Court,
Environmental Division. See V.R.E.C.P. 5(b). A copy of the notice of appeal must also be
mailed to the City of South Burlington Planning and Zoning Department at 575 Dorset Street,
South Burlington, VT 05403. See V.R.E.C.P. 5(b)(4)(A). Please contact the Environmental
Division at 802-828-1660 or http://vermontiudiciary.rg/G'I'C/environmental/defatilt.aspx for
more information on filing requirements, deadlines, fees and mailing address.
The applicant or permittee retains the obligation to identify, apply for, and obtain relevant state
permits for this project. Call 802.879.5676 to speak with the regional Permit Specialist.
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