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CITY OF SOUTH BURLINGTON
DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND ZONING
DORSET LINKS LLC- 1500 DORSET STREET
PRELIMINARY PLAT APPLICATION #SD-11-48
FINDINGS OF FACT AND DECISION
Dorset Links LLC is seeking preliminary plat approval for a planned unit development on
a 6.23 acre parcel consisting of: 1) seven (7) single family dwellings and 2) one (1) two-
family dwelling, 1500 Dorset Street.
The Development Review Board held public hearings on February 7, 2012 and March 6,
2012. David Burke and Peter Heil represented the applicant.
Based on testimony provided at the above mentioned public hearing and the plans and
supporting materials contained in the document file for this application, the Development
Review Board finds, concludes, and decides the following:
FINDINGS OF FACT
1. Dorset Links LLC, hereinafter referred to as the applicant, is seeking preliminary plat
approval for a planned unit development on a 6.23 acre parcel consisting of: 1) seven (7)
single family dwellings, and 2) one (1) two-family dwelling, 1500 Dorset Street.
2. The owner of record of the subject property is Dorset Links LLC.
3. The application was received on December 19, 2011.
4. The subject property is located in the Southeast Quadrant Zoning District.
5. The plan submitted is entitled "Dorset Links Planned Residential Development 1500
Dorset Street South Burlington, VT", prepared by O'Leary -Burke Civil Associates PLC,
dated 12/14/11, and last revised on 2/7/12.
Zoning District & Dimensional Requirements
SEQ-VR
Zoning District
Requirement/Limitation
Proposed
Min. Lot Size
12,000 SF
>0.31 acres
4 Max. Density
1.2 units/acre base density= 7
units
9 units
* Max. Building Coverage
15%
<15%
e Max. Total Coverage
30%
<30%
� Min. Front Setback
20 ft.
>20 ft.
� Min. Side Setback
10 ft.
>10 ft.
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� Min. Rear Setback 1 30 ft. 1 >30 ft.
zoning compliance
♦ Building coverage is for the overall PUD. Each lot will be subject to
this criterion and will be enforced by the Administrative Officer at
such a time as the applicant proposes buildings for the lots.
4 At 1.2 units per acre, the 6.23 acres would allow up to 7 units.
Therefore, the applicant will need to utilize two transferred
development rights. This would be well below the allowable 4
dwelling units per acre.
The Board requires that the applicant to submit the legal documents pertaining to the
options for TDRs for review by the City Attorney prior to final plat approval.
The Board also requires that the development rights be purchased by the applicant prior
to issuance of zoning permits for any units beyond the 7 allowed by the property's
inherent density.
SUBDIVISION CRITERIA
Pursuant to Section 15.18 of the South Burlington Land Develo ment Regulations
(SBLDR). subdivisions shall comply with the following standards and conditions:
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 standards for this criterion are found below in a review of the regulations of the
Southeast Quadrant.
Pursuant to Section 15.13(E) of the Land Development Regulations, any new utility lines,
services, and service modifications shall be underground.
The project is consistent with the goals and objectives of the Comprehensive Plan
for the affected district(s).
The Board finds that the proposed subdivision of this property is in conformance with the
South Burlington Comprehensive Plan.
Southeast Quadrant District
This aro,posed subdivision is located in the southeast quadrant district Therefore it is
subject to the provisions of Section 9 of the SBLDR
9.06 Dimensional and Design Requirements Applicable to All Sub -Districts
The following standards shall apply to development and improvements within the
entire Southeast Quadrant Zoning District.
A. Height.
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(1) The maximum height of any occupied structure in the SEQ-NRP, SEQ-NRT, or
SEQ-NR sub -district shall not exceed forty-five feet (45'); the waiver provisions
of Section 3.07(E) shall not apply to occupied structures in these sub -districts.
(2) The maximum height of any occupied structure in the SEQ-VR or SEQ-VC
sub -district shall not exceed fifty feet (50); the waiver provisions of Section
3.07(E) shall not apply to occupied structures in these sub -districts.
The applicant has not yet addressed the proposed height of the buildings. It is not
expected that the single family residences would exceed 28 feet. This criterion will be
enforced when the applicant applies for zoning permits for units on the individual lots.
B. Open Space and Resource Protection.
(1) Open space areas on the site shall be located in such a way as to maximize
opportunities for creating usable, contiguous open spaces between adjoining
parcels
The applicant is proposing eight lots which are similar in size, ranging from .31 to 1.01
acres. The units are dispersed throughout the roughly six acres fairly uniformly. There is no
designated open space or usable open spaces between parcels. The Board previously
discussed this issue and determined it inappropriate to enforce this criterion for a project
proposed at this mid -sized scale.
The Board previously recommended a small common space to be used for passive
recreation or potentially garden plots for PUD residents. The plans include a 0.85 acre lot
labeled as common land. Most of this is a Class III wetland. However, there is
approximately 5000 square feet of dry, useable space. The Board finds this acceptable
provided the wetlands are delineated with a hedge row or split -rail fencing. Most of the lots
are relatively large and will have adequate space for gardening on site. A small area of
common space should be sufficient.
The plans have been revised to indicate split rail fencing at a 25 foot buffer from the
wetland.
(2) Building lots, streets and other structures shall be located in a manner
consistent with the Regulating Plan for the applicable subdistrict allowing
carefully planned development at the average densities provided in this bylaw.
9.07 Regulating Plans
A. Description and Regulatory Effect. The regulatory text of this Article is
supplemented with illustrations, officially known as the Regulating Plan, illustrating the
dimensional and design concepts. The Regulating Plan contains basic land planning and
neighborhood design criteria that are intended to foster attractive and walkable
neighborhood development patterns. Design criteria and guidelines set forth below are
intended to address basic neighborhood design relationships related to scale,
connectivity, and overall orientation that promote pedestrian friendly development as
follows in Section 9.07(C).
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The Regulating Plan is an illustrative guide; it does not have the same force of regulation
as does the text in this bylaw. However, the Development Review Board will refer to both
the Regulating Plan and the text of this section in its project reviews
B. General Provisions
(1) The Regulating Plan shall apply to new development within the SEQNRT, SEQ-NR,
SEQ-VR and SEQ-VC sub -districts.
(2) All residential lots created on or after the effective date of this bylaw in any SEQ sub-
district shall conform to a standard minimum lot width to depth ratio of one to two (1:2),
with ratios of 1:2.5 to 1:5 recommended.
The applicant is proposing lot width to depth ratios for most of the lots to meet the 1:2
standards. Lots 1 and 7 do not, and are significantly wider than they are long. One such
lot (Lot 1) is for a duplex. The Board finds that the ratios are acceptable given that the lot
includes a duplex unit, and the building remains close to the adjacent lot; the spirit and
intent of the regulation is met.
Lot 7 is also significantly wider, but has made argument based on the prevalence of
wetlands on the lot and that there are no buildings on this lot.
The Board grants lot to width ratios for lots 1 and 7 as proposed.
C. Street, Block and Lot Patterns
(1) Overall Criteria: Development criteria within the Street, Block and Lot Pattern
section are intended to provide pedestrian -scaled development patterns and an
interconnected system of streets that allow direct and efficient walking and bicycling
trips, and decrease circuitous vehicular trips.
(2) Street Design: The intention of street design criteria is to provide a system of
attractive, pedestrian -oriented streets that encourage slower speeds, maximize
connections between and within neighborhoods, and contribute to neighborhood
livability.
(3) Building Design: The intention of the building design guidelines is to ensure that
new housing and commercial development reinforce a pedestrian -friendly environment,
while allowing creativity in design.
The subject lot presents a difficult canvas for adherence to these criteria. The 6.23 acres
with 9 units, does not easily lend to interconnected streets or a circuitous road. The lot is
located between two other lots with remaining development potential. As such, the
applicant has provided provisions for street connections to both the north and south (see
further comment on this below).
Pedestrian scale is somewhat achieved given the size of the neighborhood. The plans
provide a sidewalk, in adherence with the strict guidelines of the section, and provisions
are made for connections to future development of adjacent properties.
(3) A plan for the proposed open spaces and/or natural areas and their ongoing
management shall be established by the applicant.
Common land is proposed which includes a Class III wetland. The applicant is proposing
a split rail fence to delineate the wetland area and a 25 foot buffer. The association
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documents related to the common land shall include provisions that indicate the useable
portions of this land are to be available to all residents in the PUD. Association
documents shall also include provisions for maintenance of the land. These documents
shall be submitted prior to issuance of the first building permit for the PUD.
The association documents related to the common land shall include provisions that
indicate the useable portions of this land are to be available to all residents in the PUD.
Association documents shall also include provisions for maintenance of the land. These
documents shall be submitted prior to issuance of the first building permit for the
property.
(4) Sufficient grading and erosion controls shall be employed during construction
and after construction to prevent soil erosion and runoff from creating unhealthy
or dangerous conditions on the subject property and adjacent properties. In
making this finding, the Development Review Board may rely on evidence that the
project will be covered under the General Permit for Construction issued by the
Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation.
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 applicant has been working through several drafts of comments with the City
Engineer/Director of Public Works and the City Stormwater Superintendent.
The applicant shall continue to work with the City Stormwater Superintendent and
Department of Public Works.
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.
(5) Sufficient suitable landscaping and fencing shall be provided to protect
wetland, stream, or primary or natural community areas and buffers in a manner
that is aesthetically compatible with the surrounding landscape. Chain link
fencing other than for agricultural purposes shall be prohibited within PUDs; the
use of split rail or other fencing made of natural materials is encouraged.
The applicant has submitted a wetlands delineation of the site. However, the applicant is
only showing a 25 foot buffer around the wetlands. The South Burlington Land
Development Regulations require a 50 foot buffer. The applicant has submitted a request to
reduce this wetland buffer to 25 feet. The Board heard this request at the sketch plan
review and preliminary plat review and determined the 25 foot buffer to be appropriate
based on testimony from a wetlands expert regarding the functions and values of the
wetlands on site.
The Board grants the applicant's request for a waiver of the wetland buffer from 50 feet to
25 feet.
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Additionally, the wetlands and wetland buffers are in some cases located very close to units
and shall be ground -delineated so as to reduce impact by residents of those units. The
applicant is proposing to provide a line of planted cedars or split -rail fencing to provide a
visual and physical barrier between what is to be the grassed lawn areas and the more
sensitive wetland buffer. The Board also suggests additional measures of protection,
including limitations on fertilizers and mowing.
There shall be no use of pesticides or non -organic fertilizers within the wetlands or
associated buffers. This shall be reflected in the association or deed documents which
shall be reviewed by the City Attorney prior to issuance of a zoning permit for the first
building on the property.
There shall be no mowing within wetlands or wetland buffers on the property. Brush -
hogging shall be allowed no more than three (3) times per year. This shall be reflected
in the association documents which shall be reviewed by the City Attorney prior to
issuance of a zoning permit for the first building on the property.
C. Agriculture. The conservation of existing agricultural production values is
encouraged through development planning that supports agricultural uses
(including but not limited to development plans that create contiguous areas of
agricultural use), provides buffer areas between existing agricultural operations
and new development, roads, and infrastructure, or creates new opportunities for
agricultural use (on any soil group) such as but not limited to community -
supported agriculture. Provisions that enhance overall neighborhood and natural
resource values rather than preservation of specific soil types are strongly
encouraged.
D. Public Services and Facilities. In the absence of a specific finding by the
Development Review Board that an alternative location and/or provision is
approved for a specific development, the location of buildings, lots, streets and
utilities shall conform with the location of planned public facilities as depicted on
the Official Map, including but not limited to recreation paths, streets, park land,
schools, and sewer and water facilities.
(1) Sufficient water supply and wastewater disposal capacity shall be available to
meet the needs of the project in conformance with applicable State and City
requirements, as evidenced by a City water allocation, City wastewater allocation,
and/or Vermont Water and Wastewater Permit from the Department of
Environmental Conservation.
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 acceptable pressure.
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.
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As stated, the applicant has been working through several drafts of comments with the City
Engineer/Director of Public Works. This shall continue and all issues shall be resolved prior
to final plat approval.
The applicant shall obtain preliminary wastewater allocation prior to final plat approval and
final wastewater allocation prior to issuance of a zoning permit.
(2) Recreation paths, storm water facilities, sidewalks, landscaping, utility lines,
and lighting shall be designed in a manner that is compatible with the extension of
such services and infrastructure to adjacent properties.
(3) Recreation paths, utilities, sidewalks, and lighting shall be designed in a
manner that is consistent with City utility plans and maintenance standards,
absent a specific agreement with the applicant related to maintenance that has
been approved by the City Council.
The applicant is proposing a 20 foot easement along Dorset Street. No construction,
permitting, or grading is proposed along this new easement.
The Recreation Path Committee has been involved in the discussions regarding this
property. They issued comments on the proposed plans on October 3, 2011. The
applicant has since been working with a representative of the Recreation Path
Committee. The Board finds that the recreation path easement is sufficient. No
construction or other site modifications are necessary.
As stated, the applicant is proposing a 20 foot easement along Dorset Street. This runs
adjacent to a unit to be built on Lot 9. The Board has concerns about the proximity of the
building on Lot 9 to the easement line. They appear to directly abut. Should the
easement be fully utilized, construction would take place leaving zero space between the
recreation path and the home on Lot 9. This is not well -planned.
The unit on Lot 9 should be moved so as to leave at least a 10 foot separation between
the building and the recreation path easement.
(4) The plan shall be reviewed by the Fire Chief or his designee to insure that
adequate fire protection can be provided, with the standards for evaluation
including, but not limited to, minimum distance between structures, street width,
vehicular access from two directions where possible, looping of water lines, water
flow and pressure, and number and location of hydrants.
The City of South Burlington Fire Department has reviewed the plans and provided
comments in a letter dated February 17, 2012. The only change recommended to the plans
was to provide a hydrant nearest Dorset Street. This was done. All other comments shall
be implemented but do not require plan changes.
E. Circulation. The project shall incorporate access, circulation and traffic management
strategies sufficient to prevent unsafe conditions on of adjacent roads and sufficient to
create connectivity for pedestrians, bicycles, vehicles, school transportation, and
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emergency service vehicles between neighborhoods. In making this finding the
Development Review Board may rely on the findings of a traffic study submitted by the
applicant, and the findings of any technical review by City staff or consultants.
The Board finds that the circulation on the site to be adequate.
(1) Roads shall be designed in a manner that is compatible with the extension of
such services and infrastructure to adjacent properties.
Again, the plans provide for potential connections to adjacent properties, planned and
unplanned, developed and undeveloped.
(2) Roads shall be designed in a manner that is consistent with City roadway
plans and maintenance standards, absent a specific agreement with the applicant
related to maintenance that has been approved by the City Council.
The Board does not have any lingering comments with respect to this criterion.
(3) The provisions of Section 15.12(D)(4) related to connections between adjacent
streets and neighborhoods shall apply.
The lot is located between two other lots with remaining development potential. As such,
the applicant has provided provisions for street connections to both the north and south.
9.09 SEQ-VR Sub -District; Specific Standards
The SEQ-VR sub -district has additional dimensional and design requirements, as
enumerated in this Section.
A. Street, Block and Lot Pattern
(1) Development blocks. Development block lengths should range between
300 and 400 linear feet; see Figure 9-2 for example. If longer block
lengths are unavoidable blocks 400 feet or longer must include mid -block
public sidewalk or recreation path connections.
(2) Interconnection of Streets
(a) Average spacing between intersections shall be 300 to 400 feet.
(b) Dead end streets (e.g. cul-de-sacs) are discouraged. Dead end
streets shall not exceed 200 feet in length.
(c) Street stubs are required at the end of dead end streets to allow
for future street connections and/or bicycle and pedestrian connections to
open space and future housing on adjoining parcels per section
15.12(D)(4).
(3) Street Connection to Adjoining Parcels. Street stubs are required to be
built to the property line and connected to adjacent parcels per section
15.12(D)(4) of these Regulations. Posting signs with a notice of intent to
construct future streets is strongly encouraged.
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The applicant is proposing street connections to both the south and north.
(4) Lot ratios. Lots shall maintain a minimum lot width to depth ratio of 1:2,
with a ratio of 1:2.5 to 1:5 recommended.
The Board has already addressed this item in this decision.
B. Street, Sidewalk & Parking Standards
(1) Street dimensions and cross sections. Neighborhood streets
(collector and local) in the VR sub -district are intended to be low -speed
streets for local use that discourage through movement and are safe for
pedestrians and bicyclists. Dimensions for public collector and local
streets shall be as set forth in Tables 9-3 and 9-4, and Figures 9-8 and 9-
9 below.
There does not appear to be any on -street parking proposed, but the street width is
sufficient to accommodate parking on one side. The Board finds that this is acceptable
for parking or no parking, and defers the actual decision of whether on -street parking is
permitted to the City Council at such a time as the public street is taken over by the City.
(2) Sidewalks
(a) Sidewalks must be a minimum of five feet (5) in width with an
additional minimum five-foot planting strip (green space) separating the
sidewalk from the street.
(b) Sidewalks are required on one side of the street, and must be
connected in a pattern that promotes walkability throughout the
development. The DRB may in its discretion require supplemental
sidewalk segments to achieve this purpose.
These criteria are met.
(3) Street Trees; see Section 9.08(B)(3)
(4) On -street parking; see Section 9.08(B)(4).
(5) Intersection design. Intersections shall be designed to reduce
pedestrian crossing distances and to slow traffic; see Figure 9-6 and
Section 9.08(B)(5).
(6) Street and sidewalk lighting. Pedestrian -scaled light fixtures (e.g., 12' to
14') shall be provided sufficient to ensure pedestrian safety traveling to
and from public spaces. Overall illumination levels should be consistent
with the lower -intensity development patterns and character of the SEQ,
with lower, smoother levels of illumination (rather than hot -spots) and
trespass minimized to the lowest level consistent with public safety.
The Director of Public Works has reviewed these criteria for compliance.
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C. Residential Design
(1) Building Orientation. Residential buildings must be oriented to the
street. Primary entries for single family and multi -family buildings must
face the street. Secondary building entries may open onto garages and/or
parking areas. (Special design guidelines apply to arterial streets).
(2) Building Facades. Building facades are encouraged to employ a theme
and variation approach. Buildings should include common elements to
appear unified, but facades should be varied from one building to the next
to avoid monotony. Front porches, stoops, and balconies that create
semi -private space and are oriented to the street are encouraged.
(3) Front Building Setbacks. In pedestrian districts, a close relationship
between the building and the street is critical to the ambiance of the street
environment.
(a) Buildings should be set back fifteen feet (15') from the back of
sidewalk.
(b) Porches, stoops, and balconies may project up to eight feet (8')
into the front setbacks. Porch, stoop and balcony areas within the front
setback shall not be enclosed or weatherized with glazing or other solid
materials.
(4) Placement of Garages and Parking. See Section 9.08(C)(4) and Figure
9-7.
The applicant should submit architectural renderings of all proposed buildings prior to
final plat approval. Homes must be reviewed for compliance with these criteria by the
Development Review Board prior to any decision. Floor plans should be submitted to
evaluate the placement of garages.
(5) Mix of Housing Types. A mix of housing types is encouraged within
neighborhoods and developments. Housing types should be mixed within
blocks, along the street and within neighborhoods rather than
compartmentalized into sections of identical housing types.
The applicant is proposing 7 single family homes and one duplex. The Board has
determined whether this is sufficient to meet this criterion.
OTHER- Street Name
The applicant shall submit a request to the Planning Commission for street names. In an
effort towards expediency, the Board advises the applicant to submit a list of names
should the Commission not approve of the first name submitted. These must be
approved by the Planning Commission prior to final plat approval.
The applicant shall submit a list of proposed street names to the Planning Commission.
Street names must be approved prior to final plat approval.
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DECISION
The Development Review Board hereby approves Preliminary Plat Application #SD-11-
48 of Dorset Links LLC, subject 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 and Zoning.
3. All land development, including but not limited to expansions, sunrooms, decks, etc.
shall be limited to the building and overall coverage limitations for the district. This shall
be permitted through zoning permits by the Administrative Officer.
4. The applicant shall submit the following legal documents:
a. The option to purchase Transferred Development Rights shall be
submitted as part of the final plat application and shall be approved by the
City Attorney prior to final plat approval.
b. A Certificate of Title showing the ownership of all property and easements
to be dedicated or acquired by the City (see section 15.17 of the
SBLDRs) shall be submitted as part of the final plat application and shall
meet the satisfaction of the City Attorney prior to final plat approval.
c. The association documents related to the common land shall include
provisions that indicate the useable portions of this land are to be
available to all residents in the PUD. Association documents shall also
include provisions for maintenance of the land. The language for these
portions of the documents shall be submitted as part of the final plat
application. The full association documents shall be submitted for review
prior to issuance of the first zoning permit for the property.
d. The applicant shall submit legal documents showing clear ownership of
the remaining 2 development rights to the City Attorney for approval, prior
to issuance of a zoning permit for the 8th unit.
e. The association documents demonstrating that there shall be no use of
pesticides or non -organic fertilizers within the wetlands or associated
buffers shall be submitted as part of the final plat application. The full
association documents shall be submitted for review prior to issuance of
the first zoning permit for the property.
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f. The association documents demonstrating that there shall be no mowing
within wetlands or wetland buffers on the property and that brush -hogging
shall be allowed no more than three (3) times per year shall be submitted
as part of the final plat application. The full association documents shall
be submitted for review prior to issuance of the first zoning permit for the
property.
5. The Board grants lot to width ratios for lots 1 and 7 as proposed.
6. The applicant shall submit architectural drawings and floor plans showing setbacks
of garages as part of the final plat application.
7. The applicant shall continue to work with the City Stormwater Superintendent and
Department of Public Works for any outstanding issues.
8. The Board grants the applicant's request for a waiver of the wetland buffer from 50 feet
to 25 feet.
9. The useable portions of the common land shall be available to all residents of the PUD.
This land shall be maintained such that it can be continually used by residents in a
manner similar to a park or customary to a single family home. Grasses shall not be
overgrown such that the area becomes unusable.
10. The applicant shall adhere to the comments of the City of South Burlington Fire
Department per the letter dated February 17, 2012.
11. There shall be no use of pesticides or non -organic fertilizers within the wetlands or
associated buffers.
12. There shall be no mowing within wetlands or wetland buffers on the property. Brush -
hogging shall be allowed no more than three (3) times per year.
13. The applicant shall obtain preliminary wastewater allocation prior to final plat
approval and final wastewater allocation prior to issuance of a zoning permit.
14. 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.
15. Any proposed utility cabinets must be approved by the Development Review Board
prior to installation.
16. The applicant shall submit a list of proposed street names to the Planning
Commission. Street names must be approved prior to final plat submission.
17. The plans shall be revised to show the changes below prior to final plat submission:
a. The unit proposed for Lot 9 shall be re -located within the lot so as to
provide for at least a 10 foot separation between the building and the
recreation path easement along Dorset Street.
18. The final plat application shall be submitted within 12 months.
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'/Ig. Pursuant to Section 15.13(E) of the Land Development Regulations, any new utility
lines, services, and service modifications shall be underground.
Tim Barritt—,yea/nay/abstain/not present
Mark Behr — yea/nay/abstain/not present
Matthew Birmingham — yea/nay/abstain/not present
Roger Farley — ea/nay/abstain/not present
Michael Sirotkin — yea/nay/abstain/not Present
Bill Stuono — yea/nay/abstain/not present
Vote to approve carries by 5 — 0 — 0
Signed this 3rd day of April 2012, by
Digitally signed by Mark C. Behr
Mark C. Behr r Arc ite Mark C Behr, o=Richard Henry Behr
`Architect P.C. ou, email=mark@rhbpccom,
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Date: 2012.04.03 13:48:28-04'00'
Mark Behr, Chairman
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 httr)://vermontiudiciary.org/GTC/environmental/default.asr)x 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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