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CITY OF SOUTH BURLINGTON
DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND ZONING
NEAGLEY & CHASE CONSTRUCTION CO. — 3 GREEN TREE DRIVE
SITE PLAN APPLICATION #SP-16-08
FINDINGS OF FACT AND DECISION
Neagley & Chase Construction Co., hereinafter referred to as the applicant, is seeking
approval to amend a previously approved plan for a 31,900 sq. ft. light manufacturing
facility. The amendment consists of: 1) creating a pallet storage area (outside storage),
2) relocating a handicapped parking space, and 3) replacing wall mounted light fixtures,
3 Green Tree Drive.
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 for a 31,900
sq. ft. light manufacturing facility. The amendment consists of: 1) creating a pallet
storage area (outside storage), 2) relocating a handicapped parking space, and 3)
replacing wall mounted light fixtures, 3 Green Tree Drive.
2. The owner of record of the subject property is M and D, LLC.
3. The subject property is located in the Mixed Industrial - Commercial Zoning District.
4. The application was received on January 27, 2016.
5. The plan submitted is entitled, "3 Green Tree Dr. So. Burlington, VT 05403", prepared
DuBois & King, Inc., dated April, 2015, and last revised on 12/22/15q.
DIMENSIONAL REQUIREMENTS
6. Building coverage is 29.9% (maximum allowed is 40%). Overall coverage is 52.5%
(maximum allowed is 70%). Front yard coverage is 30% (maximum allowed is 30%). No
changes proposed to existing coverages.
SITE PLAN REVIEW STANDARDS
Vehicular access
7. Access is provided via a curb cut on Green Tree Drive. No changes proposed.
Circulation
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8. Circulation on the site is adequate.
Parking
9. No change in the total number of spaces being provided. The only change to parking
involves the relocation of one (1) handicapped space.
10. 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.
11. Pursuant to Section 13.01(B) of the Land Development Regulations, internal
landscaping of the parking area does not apply to this application.
Landscaping
12. No changes to landscaping.
13. 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
areas.
Outdoor Lighting
14. The applicant is proposing to replace three (3) non -complying wall mounted light
fixtures with compliant fixtures. The applicant should provide cut sheets for these
fixtures.
Pursuant to Sections 14.06 and 14.07 of the Land Development Regulations, the
following review standards shall apply to site plan applications:
Traffic
15. 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,
16. 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
17. This criterion will continue to be met.
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(c) Parking shall be located to the rear or sides of buildings
18. Parking is currently located to the front and side of the building. No additional
spaces proposed in the front yard.
19. 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.
20. No changes are proposed.
(e) Newly installed utility service modifications necessitated by exterior
alterations or building expansions shall, to the extent feasible, be
underground,
21. No changes are proposed.
(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,
22. This requirement is being met.
(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
23. 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,
24. 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
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ground shall be located so as to have a harmonious relation to neighboring
properties and to the site,
25. No changes proposed.
(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).
26. A dumpster storage area is shown on the plan.
OUTSIDE STORAGE
The applicant is proposing to designate a pallet storage area which will not be visible
from the adjacent residential area. No additional screening will therefore be required.
DECISION
Based on the above Findings of Fact, the Administrative Officer hereby approves site
plan application #SP-16-08 of M and D, LLC, subject to the following conditions:
1. All previous approvals and stipulations which are not superseded by this approval
will remain in effect.
2. This project must be completed as shown on the plan and shall be on file in the
South Burlington Department of Planning and Zoning.
3. The applicant must stripe the parking spaces as shown on the approved site plan
prior to the issuance of the Certificate of Occupancy.
4. The applicant must 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.
5. Prior to issuance of a zoning permit, the applicant must submit to the
Administrative Officer a final set of project plans as approved in digital (PDF)
format.
6. Prior to issuance of a zoning permit, the applicant must submit to the
Administrative Officer cut sheets of the new light fixtures.
7. The applicant must obtain a Certificate of Occupancy from the Administrative
Officer prior to occupancy or use of the site modifications.
8. Any change to the site plan will require approval by the South Burlington
Development Review Board or the Administrative Officer.
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Signed on this day of V, 2016 by
aymond I Belair, 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 $233 filing fee and be filed within 15 days
of the date of this decision.
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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