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CITY OF SOUTH BURLINGTON
DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND ZONING
ALLEN ROAD LAND COMPANY —150 & 152 ALLEN ROAD
SITE PLAN APPLICATION #SP-10-82
FINDINGS OF FACT AND DECISION
Allen Road Land Company, hereinafter referred to as the applicant is seeking approval to amend
a previously approved plan for a 31 unit multi -family dwelling and a 32 unit multi -family
dwelling. The amendment consists of revising landscaping and relocating bike racks to the
parking garage, 150 & 152 Allen Road.
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 unit multi-
family dwelling and a 32 unit multi -family dwelling. The amendment consists of revising
landscaping and relocating bike racks to the parking garage, 150 & 152 Allen Road.
2. The owner of record of the subject property is Allen Road Land Company.
3. The subject property is located in the R2 Zoning District.
4. The application was received on November 10, 2010.
5. The plan submitted is entitled, "Farm Stand Condominiums 150 Allen Road South Burlington,
Vt 05403," prepared by Innovative Design, Inc. last revised on 10/25/2010.
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 a curb cut off Allen Road. No changes are proposed.
Circulation
9. Circulation on the site is adequate.
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Parking
10. No changes to parking are proposed
11. Pursuant to Section 13.01(G)(5) of the Land Development Regulations, bicycle parking shall
be provided on the subject property. Bicycle racks are shown on the parking garage plans.
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. The landscaping plan has been revised to include additional plants and to show "as -built"
conditions.
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 buildings are existing and no changes are proposed.
(c)Parking shall be located to the rear or sides of buildings to the greatest extent practicable.
19. Parking is located on the front and sides of the buildings. No changes are proposed.
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20. As noted above, bicycle rack locations are noted on the plans
(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 buildings are 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.
09 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 are 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 are 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).
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.
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DECISION
Based on the above Findings of Fact, the Administrative Officer herby approves Site Plan
Application #SP-10-82 of Allen Road Land Company, to amend a previously approved plan for
a 31 unit multi -family dwelling and a 32 unit multi -family dwelling. The amendment consists of
revising landscaping plans and relocating bike racks to the parking garage, 150 & 152 Allen
Road.
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 occupancy of the buildings.
5. Any change to the site plan shall require approval by the South Burlington Development
Review Board or the Administrative Officer.
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Signed on this day of 1 "LJLkI , 2010 by
, Administrative
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_orm/G'I'C/environmental/default.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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