HomeMy WebLinkAboutBATCH - Supplemental - 0030 Community Drive (3)DIGITAL EQUIPMENT
KIMBALL AVE-.
Area zoned I-C District
Section 13.20 Conditional uses sub -section 13.210 "retail business"
Section 19.65 Multiple uses "more than one use per lot"
Principal use -manufacturing
Proposed use - retail sales of personal computers from an area within the complex,
containing 485 sq. ft.
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CONSULTANTS
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ENGINEERING
285 SHUN PIKE ROAO
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ASSOCIATES
SO. BURLINGTON, V€RMONT
864-0777
August 26, 1974
SOIL REFC 0:I'
Willis Farm
Shun Pike Road
So. Burlington,
Vt
Project No. -4004
BaCkhoe test pits
were conducted oti ar),, -oximately
110 acres of the
Willis Farm on
August 23, 1974. t�,sts were
conducted on a
500-foot grid.
See the attached p1:zn 'or test
locations. -Following
is a tabulation
of the results:
Test Pit # l
0-10
Sandy topsoil
10"-47"
Fine to medium sa..A
47"-78"
Silt, fine sand
78"-120"
Clay - dense
'Groundwater at 4 1v
Test Pit #2
0-711
Sandy topsoil
7"-20"
Fine to medium saz.1
20"-40"
Silt, with pockets of
fine sand and clad
40"-108"
Silt, fine sand
108"-120"
Clay - dense
Groundwater at 108"
Test pit #3
0-111,
Sandy topsoil
11"-18"
Medium sand
18"-96"
Fine to medium sang A'
No groundwater er.c-.. uz . ,. gyred
Test pit #4
0-101,
Loamy topsoil
10"-20"
Loam -fine sand, _:!t, play
20"-64"
Silty clay
64"-96"
Clay - soft
No groundwater encouzl :eyed*
Test pit #5
0-9"
Loamy topsoil
9"-19"
Loam -fine sand, s]. i.t, play
19"-84"
Clay - dense
No groundwater en(..::;un c. ered*
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SOIL REPORT
Willis Farm
Page two
August 26, 1974 ".
Test pit #6
0-11" Clayey topsoil
11 -30" Clay - very dense *� ,
30"*-=96" Silt, clay, fine sand - dense
No groundwater encountered*
t.
Test pit #7
0-10'"' Clayey topsoil
1019-96" Clay - very dense{+
•i
96"--114" Silt, clay, fine sand dense ''`+�a�'+ �
No groundwater encountered* �; « x�
t tSe f
Test pit #8vq
`lit K T
0-10 Clayey topsoil
loll Clay
Clay - very dense
66"-96" Silt, clay, fine sand dense wr ti: s.
No groundwater encountered*
Test,pit#9 „a
,1 la to soil�tr r�
8"$84"' Siltyyclay - very dense
Groundwater at 72"
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Test 12xt # 1 O
ti
0-10°r' Clayey toposil
10"-44' Silty clay - dense
441°"' 96" Clay+r� ,r� ��+i �,
Groundwater at 441�
•,i4
Test ;Pit,
0710 Clayey topsoila",�
1011-40" Silty clay - dense
40"-96" Clay
.a :�.
No groundwater encountered*
Test pit #12
0-9" Clayey topsoil
9'1 -32" Silty clay - pockets of silt
Silty clay k,
No groundwater ,encountered*
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SOIL REPORT
Willis Farm
Page three
August 26, 1974
Test.pit #13
0-9"
Clayey topsoil
9"-30"
Silt, clay
30"--46"
Silty clay - dense
46"-96"
Silt, fine sand - gravelly, dense
No groundwater encountered*
Test pit #14
0-10"
Clayey topsoil
10"-40"
Silt, clay
40"-102"
Silty clay - dense
Groundwater at 40"
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the clay and silty clay soils were not left open
for a sufficient
time to allow the groundwater to flow from the
clay and establish
equilibrium. Pits in which "No groundwater
encountered*"
is reported, therefore, might have exhibited a water
table, had the
pits been open for several days.
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City of South Burlington
575 DORSET STREET
SOUTH BURLINGTON, VERMONT 05401
PLANNER ZONING ADMINISTRATOR
863-2882 658-2486
June 12, 1984
Attorney Carl Lisman
P.O. Box 728
Burlington, Vermont 05402
Dear Carl:
Be advised that the request of Digital Equipment Corp., to operate
a retail area within the plant has been granted by the Board of Adjustment.
Formal findings will be issued at a later date. This office will
issue a permit for the remodeling upon request.
If you have any questions please don't hesitate to call me.
Very ttrr ly,
Richard Ward
Zoning Administrative Officer
NOTICE OF APPEAL
SOUTH BURLINGTON ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
Name, address and telephone # of applicant Digital Equipment Corporation,
c/o Carl H. Lisman, Esq., Lisman & Lisman, P.O. Box 728, Burlington, VT 05402
Name, address of property owner Digital Equipment Corporation, Kimball
,Avenue, South Burlington, Vermont
Property location and description Proposal is to use a small portion of the
existing facility for retail/demonstration purposes.
I hereby appeal to the Zoning Board of Adjustment for theJL
conditional use,
variance or decision of the administrative officer. I unmeetings are
held twice a month (second and fourth Mondays). The legant must appear
a minimum of fifteen (15) days before the hearing. I afirhearing fee
of $30.00 which is to off -set the cost of the hearing.
DIPMENT CORPORATION
BY
Hearing Date of Appellant
Do not write below this line
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SOUTH BURLINGTON ZONING NOTICE
In accordance with the South Burlington Zoning Regulations and Chapter 117, Title
24 V.S.A. the South Burlington Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing
at the South Burlington Municipal Offices, Conference Room, 575 Dorset Street, South
Burlington, Vermont on at
(day of week) (month and date) time
y� to consider t�h'e% following:
Appeal of
seeking a from Section ��� �j S ,.w'e d .F •"4 A.*, eA-
�y-4t' of the South
Burlington Regulations. Request is for permission to Q""P� a.'t—�
State of Vermont
LAND USE PERMIT
AMENDMENT
CASE NO.: #4CO190-2A LAWS/REGULATIONS INVOLVED
APPLICANT:Digital Equipment 10 V.S.A., Chapter 151
Corporation (Act 250)
ADDRESS: 115 Kimball Avenue
South Burlington, Vermont 05403
District Environmental Commission #4 hereby issues Land Use
Permit Amendment #4CO190-2A, pursuant to the authority vested in
it by 10 V.S.A., Chapter 151. This permit amendment applies to
the lands identified in Book 105, Page 61, of the land records of
the City of South Burlington, Vermont, as the subject of a deed
to Digital Equipment Corporation, the " Permittee" as "Grantee".
This permit specifically authorizes the Permittee to add six
rooftop air handling units to the existing twelve units on the
roof of the Digital Equipment Corporation, and to add two new
cooling towers within an existing enclosure adjacent to the
building, located off of Shunpike Road in South Burlington,
Vermont.
The Permittee, and its assigns and successors in interest, are
obligated by this permit to complete, operate and maintain the
project as approved by the District Commission in accordance with
the following conditions:
1. All conditions of Land Use Permit #4CO190 and amendments
are in full force and effect except as amended herein.
2. The project shall be completed, operated and maintained as
in accordance with the plans and exhibits stamped "Approved"
and on file with the District Environmental Commission, and
in accordance with the conditions of this permit. No
changes shall be made in the project without the written
approval of the District Environmental Commission.
3. The District Environmental Commission maintains continuing
jurisdiction during the lifetime of the permit and may
periodically require that the permit holder file an
affidavit certifying that the project is being completed,
operated and maintained in accordance with the terms of the
permit.
Page 2
Land Use Permit Amendment
#4CO190-2A
4. By acceptance of this permit, the Permittee agrees to
representatives of the State of Vermont access to the
property covered by the permit, at reasonable times,
the purpose of ascertaining compliance with Vermont
environmental and health statutes and regulations and
with this permit.
allow
for
5. By acceptance of the conditions of this permit without
appeal, the Permittee confirms and agrees for itself and all
assigns and successors in interest that the conditions of
this permit shall run with the land and the land uses herein
permitted, and will be binding upon and enforceable against
the Permittee and all assigns and successors in interest.
6. In order to minimize the visual impact from the surrounding
areas, the six additional rooftop air handling units shall
be painted the same color as the existing rooftop units.
7. The air conditioning system associated with the new rooftop
units shall use the energy efficient variable air volume
technology and all other energy conserving features outlined
in Exhibit #3. This includes centrifugal chillers for the
refrigeration system and variable speed drives on the
blowing motors associated with the cooling towers.
8. All construction on this project must be completed by
October 15, 1990.
9. This permit shall expire on November 1, 2019 unless
extended by the District Commission. Notwithstanding the
latter date, this permit shall expire one year from date of
issuance if the Permittee has not demonstrated an intention
to proceed with the project. In any event, substantial
construction must occur within two years of the issuance
date.
10. Failure to comply with all of the above conditions may be
grounds for permit revocation pursuant to 10 V.S.A.,
Section 6090(b).
Page 3
Land Use Permit Amendment
#4CO190-2A
Dated at Essex Junction, Vermont, this Ob day of October,
1989.
�� & - -?�4
Dana H. Farley
District Coordinator
4CO1902A.LUP/br
By
W. Gilbert Livingston, Chairman
District #4 Commission
Commissioners participating
this decision:
M. Lynn Whalen
TRUDELL CONSULTING ENGINEERS, Inc.
February 11, 1985
Mr. Carl Lisman
Lisman & Lisman
191 College Street
Burlington, Vermont 05401
Re: Digital Sewer Extension
Dear Carl:
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Per our conversation last week I have enclosed a map showing the
proposed location of the sewage force main extension, which the
City of South Burlington is requiring us to install in order to
get sewer capacity.
These are two alternatives:
1. Extend the 6" force main within the existing 20'
easement which has been conveyed to the City, then run
up the Kimball Drive R.O.W. to Shunpike Road. This
route goes through the landscaped berm near the
entrance.
2, If Digital grants a new 20' easement about 120' in
length to the northeast, the new line could be installed
to avoid the berm. The line would be jacked under the
Digital access road so the pavement would not be
disturbed.
I would be willing to discuss this matter with Digital officials
preferably before preparing plans.
Please advise me if this is satisfactory.
Very truly yours,
TRUDELL CONSULTING ENGINEERS, INC.
Jr H rt, P.E.
TH/bm
enclosure
cc: Bill Szymanski, City Manager
BOX 308, WILLISTON, VERMONT 05495 (802) 879-6331
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ZONING NOTICE
In accordance with the South
Burlington Zoning Regulations
and Chapter 117, Tide 24 V.S.A.
the South Burlington Zoning
Board of Adjustment will hold a
rblic hearing at the South Bw-
on Municipal Offices, Con-
ference Room, 575 Dorset
Street, Sovth Burlington, Vermont
on Monday, June 11, 1984, at
5A0 PM. to consider the follow-
ing:
N 1. Appeal of Ancient Accepted
Scottish Rite, Hugh Marvin seek-
s in . approval, from section
13.20, Conditional use wb-sec-
tion 13.217 Private Clubs of the
South Buxiington Regulations. Re-
quest is for permission to can-
str,ct a buildingg contoinksg
op„roximately 9,920 /quoto feet
I, i include a theatre and dining
facility, on lot #2 of the R.D.R.
Enterprises subdivision off Kim-
ball Avenuo.
N2. Appeal of tarry Wimble,
David Cekuti ogent seekinngg a
variance, from Section 19.254,
Aisles and access drive of also
South "rtgton Regulations. Re-
quest is far permission to convert
an existing dwelling into an of-
fice complex and Provide a nine
(9) foot access drive, of 22 Pat-
chen Road.
03. Appeal of Digital Equien»M
Corporation seeking a variance,
from Section 19.65, Muhipls uses
and Section 13.20 Conditional
uses of the South Burlington Reg-
ulations. Request is for permis-
sion to operate an area
approximately, 485 square feet
as a retail safes area for person-
al computers, at Digital Eq�xp-
ment Corporation, Kimball
Avenue.
N4. Appeal of John Bolter, Jr.
seeking approval under Section
19.35, Removal of earth prod-
ucts of the South Burlington Reg-
ulations. Request is for
izzPermission to remove six (6)
of topsoil from on area of
the Bolter farm contom" ap-
proximately twenty seven (27)
acres, located at 102 Ethan Alen
Drive.
M5. Appeal of Pouf Choiniere
seeking a variance, from Section
19.65, Multiple uses of the South
Buxikgton Regulations. Request is
for permission to construct a
30'x80' storage building with
wash rocks, in conjunction with
two existing buildings, on a par-
cel containing 2.6 acres, at 2073
Williston Road.
06. Appeal of J. Robert Audetto
seeking a variance, from Section
19.65, Multiple uses and Section
13.20 CorxRtioncd uses of the
South Bwiirtgton Regulations. Re-
quest is for permission to oper-
" a automobile rental oQency
in conjunction with other exusting
businesses at 1900 Williston
Rood.
N7. Appeal of Jolley Associates,
Michael Smith agent seeking a
variance, from Section 19.65,
Multiple uses of the South Bur-
lington Regulations. Request is
for permission to operate a bot-
" redemption center in conjunc-
tion with on existing bevoroge
variety store and ggasoline solos
and services of I& Sholburno
Road.
08. Appeal of Mary A. Kww4le
seeking a variance, from Section
16.00, Dimens anal .I* is
and Section 19.00 Non-confo-
roming structures of the South
Burlington Regulations. Request is
for ppeermission to construct a
16'x20. addition to within new
(9) foot of the required rear
yard, structure non -conforming
to dimensional requirements at
38 Central Avenue, O.C.P.
N9. Appeal of Martin Giuffre
seeking a variance, from Section
18.00, Dimensional requirements
of the South Burlington Regula-
tions. Request is for pp«=mxssion to
construct a 24'x 24' p Oroga to
within five (5) feet of.tfro easter-
ly side yard, at 34 Sunset Ave-
nue.
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Richard Word,
Zoning Administrative Officer
May 26, 1984
May 25, 1984
Attorney Carl Lisman
P.O. Box 728
Burlington, Vermont 05401
Dear Carl:
Be advised that the South Burlington Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a
public hearing on Monday, June 11, 1984 at 5:00 P.M. at the City Offices,
575 Dorset Street to consider your request for a zoning appeal.
Please plan to attend this hearing.
Very truly,
Richard Ward,
Zoning Administrative Officer
F /mcg
BERNARD LISMAN
CARL H. LISMAN
ALLEN D. WEBSTER
MICHAEL MARKS
LISMAN & LISMAN
ATTORNEYS AT LAW
P.O. BOX 728
BURLINGTON, VERMONT 05402
802-864-5756
May 14, 1984
Mr. Richard Ward
Zoning Administrator
City of South Burlington
575 Dorset Street
South Burlington, VT 05401
Digital Equipment Corporation
Dear Dick:
OFFICES LOCATED AT
191 COLLEGE STREET
BURLINGTON. VERMONT
LOUIS LISMAN
COUNSEL
I am enclosing, on behalf of Digital Equipment Corporation,
its Notice of Appeal, together with our check, in the amount of
$30.00, as well as eight copies of plans.
Digital proposes to operate a small portion of its space on
Kimball Avenue as a showroom and retail sales office for its
personal computer line. Such a use is a conditional use and the
Zoning Regulations, and a permit is necessary. Such a use ought
not to burden municipal services nor affect the character of the
neighborhood.
Demonstrations will be primarily by appointment only.
Because of the nature and price of items to be offered at the
facility, and because most contact will initially be by
telephone, it is unlikely that there will be any material impact
on traffic flows.
Two sales persons, as well as a secretary, will operate from
the space. Because of the nature of the operation, it is
anticipated that about five customers per day will visit the
building (and not more than ten at peak).
I am also enclosing eight copies of two pages of plans; one
drawing shows the floor plan elevations and details; the other
shows interior elevations and details.
Mr. Richard Ward
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May 14, 1984
If you will let me know when the hearing will be scheduled,
I will attempt to arrange for Digital personnel to attend the
hearing.
If you have any questions, plea e&.),m know.
Ver turs,
Carl 'H".`�Lisman
CHL/ddp
Enclosures
State of Vermont
LAND USE PERMIT
AMENDMENT
CASE NO. 4C0190-3
APPLICANT Digital Equipment Corporation
ADDRESS 115 Kimball Avenue
South Burlington, Vermont
05401
LAWS/REGULATIONS INVOLVED
10 V,S.A., Chapter 151
(Act 250) and Vermont
State Environmental Pro-
tection Rules, Chapter 4,
Public Buildings
Chapter 7, Sewage Disposal
Chapter 9, Plumbing
District Environmental Commission #4 hereby issues a Land Use Permit
Amendment pursuant to the authority vested in it in 10 V.S.A.,
Chapter 151. This permit applies to the lands identified in Book
130, Pages 96-100, of the land records of the City of South Burling-
ton, Vermont, as the subject of a deed to Digital Equipment Corpor-
ation, the "Permittee" as "grantee". This permit specifically
authorizes the Permittee to construct a failure analysis laboratory
within the existing facility and approves the jogging trail on the
site of the previously approved industrial facility on 175 acres
located off of Kimball Avenue in South Burlington, Vermont.
The Permittee, its assigns and successors in interest, are obli-
gated by this permit to complete and maintain the project only as
approved by the District Environmental Commission in accordance with
the following conditions:
1. The project shall be completed in accordance with the plans and
exhibits stamped "Approved" and on file with the District En-
vironmental Commission, and in accordance with the conditions
of this permit. No changes shall be made in the project without
the written approval of the District Environmental Commission.
2. By acceptance of the conditions of this permit without appeal,
the Permittee confirms and agrees for itself and all assigns
and successors in interest that the conditions of this permit
shall run with the land and the land uses herein permitted, and
will be binding upon and enforceable against the Permittee and
all assigns and successors in interest.
3. This permit amendment hereby incorporates all of the conditions
of the Certification of Compliance #4C0190-3 issued on May 27,
1986 by the Regional Engineer, Division of Protection, Agency of
Environmental Conservation in compliance with the Vermont•State
Environmental Protection Rules. Conditions #1 and #4 of said
Certification are as follows:
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Land Use Permit Amendment
#4C0190-3
(1) The project must be completed as shown on the plans
Sheet 1 of 1 - Amendment Application #4C0190-3 Digital
prepared by Digital and which have been stamped APPROVED
by the Division of Protection. No alteration of these
plans shall be allowed except where written application
has been made to the Agency of Environmental Conserv-
ation and approval obtained.
(4) This project has exceeded the time requirements imposed
by the Environmental Protection Rules for the Protection
Division to comment on the suitability of the plans
for compliance with the Environmental Protection Rules.
Therefore, approval of the project stated above is
hereby granted. It is not implied that the interior
plumbing or ventilation plans comply with Chapter 4 -
Public Buildings or Chapter 9 - Plumbing of the Rules.
If there is a change in use of the building or interior
plumbing and ventilation modifications are proposed, up-
grades to each system may be requiredin specific areas
which do not meet the requirements of the Rules.
This condition does not relieve the applicant or master
plumber of their responsibility for properly installing
the interior plumbing as required by the laws of the
State of Vermont.
4. The District Environmental Commission maintains continuing
jurisdiction during the lifetime of the permit and may peri-
odically require that the permit holder file an affidavit
certifying that the project is being completed in accordance
with the terms of the permit.
5. The Permittee and all assigns and successors in interest,
shall install and maintain water --conserving plumbing fixtures
in the failure analysis laboratory, including but not limited
to low -flow showerheads and aerator -type or flow -restricted
faucets.
6. The Permittee shall apply to the District Commission for
approval prior to commencing any change in this process
which would caus noxious or unhealthy emissions into the air
or injection of toxic wastes irito the soils.
7. The Permittee and all assigns and successors in interest
shall continually operate and maintain the failure analysis
laboratory as approved and shall dispose of all hazardous
wastes, including the limestone filter material, in accor-
dance with all applicable local, state and federal regulations.
8. All construction on this project must be completed by
August 30, 1987.
9. This permit shall expire on September 319 2016, unless extended by
the District Commission.
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Land Use Permit Amendment
#4C0190-3
10. Notwithstanding, this permit shall expire one year from
date of issuance if the Permittee has not demonstrated
an intention to proceed with theproject.
11. Failure to comply with any of the above conditions may
be grounds for permit revocation pursuant to 10 V.S.A.,
Section 6090(b).
Dated at Essex Junction, Vermont, thisil day of July, 1986.
Raymo d�S. Stewart
Distr c #4 Assistant
Coordinator
RSS/JTE/aml
John T. Ewing, Cha'rman
District #4 En nmental
Commission
Commissioners participating
in this decision:
Helen B. Lawrence
Richard H. Wadhams
John T. Ewing
M n
State of Vermont
STATE OF VERMONT
AGENCY OF ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION
CERTIFICATION OF COMPLIANCE
CASE No. 4C0190-3 LAWS/REGULATIONS INVOLVED
APPLICANT Digital Equipment Corp. Environmental Protection Rules:
ADDRESS 115 Kimball Avenue Chapter 4 - Public Buildings
South Burlington, VT 05401 Chapter 9 - Plumbing
This project consisting of installing a failure analysis
laboratory within the existing Digital Equipment Corp, building
located off Kimball Avenue in the City of South Burlington,
Vermont is hereby approved under the requirements of the
regulations named above, subject to the following conditions:
GENERAL
(1) The project must be completed as shown on the plans Sheet 1
of 1 - Amendment Application #4C0190-3 Digital prepared by
Digital and which have been stamped APPROVED by the Division
of Protection. No alteration of these plans shall be
allowed except where written application has been made to
the Agency of Environmental Conservation and approval
obtained.
PLUMBING
(2) The Master Plumber responsible for the interior plumbing
shall provide the owner of the project a written certifica-
tion stating that the work has been done in accordance with
the approved plans and the Environmental Protection Rules,
Effective September 10, 1982.
(3) The applicant is reminded that all plumbing material and
workmanship must meet the standards of the Environmental
Protection Rules, Chapter 9, Plumbing; the National Plumbing
Code; and the requirements of the Vermont Fire Prevention
Section of the Department of Labor and Industry.
(4) This project has exceeded the time requirements imposed by
the Environmental Protection Rules for the Protection
Division to comment on the suitability of the plans for
compliance with the Environmental Protection Rules.
Therefore, approval of the project stated above is hereby
granted. It is not implied that the interior plumbing or
ventilation plans comply with Chapter 4 - Public Buildings
or Chapter 9 - Plumbing of the Rules. If there is a change
in use of the building or interior plumbing and ventilation
modifications are proposed, upgrades to each system may be
required in specific areas which do not meet the
requirements of the Rules. This condition does not relieve
the applicant or master plumber of their responsibility for
properly installing the interior plumbing as required by the
laws of the State of Vermont.
Dated this 27th day of May 1986, in the Village of Essex
Junction, Vermont.
FOR THE DIVISION OF PROTECTION
Regional Engineer
cc: Donald Robisky Ernest P. Christianson
Katherine Vose
Dept. of Health
Dept. of Labor & Industry
Town Planning Commission
State of Vermont
STATE OF VERMONT
AGENCY OF ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION
CERTIFICATION OF COMPLIANCE
CASE No. 4C0190-3 LAWS/REGULATIONS INVOLVED
APPLICANT Digital Equipment Corp. Environmental Protection Rules:
ADDRESS 115 Kimball Avenue Chapter 4 - Public Buildings
South Burlington, VT 05401 Chapter 9 - Plumbing
This project consisting of installing a failure analysis
laboratory within the existing Digital Equipment Corp. building
located off Kimball Avenue in the City of South Burlington,
Vermont is hereby approved under the requirements of the
regulations named above, subject to the following conditions:
GENERAL
(1) The project must be completed as shown on the plans Sheet 1
of 1 - Amendment Application #4C0190-3 Digital prepared by
Digital and which have been stamped APPROVED by the Division
of Protection. No alteration of these plans shall be
allowed except where written application has been made to
the Agency of Environmental Conservation and approval
obtained.
PLUMBING
(2) The Master Plumber responsible for the interior plumbing
shall provide the owner of the project a written certifica-
tion stating that the work has been done in accordance with
the approved plans and the Environmental Protection Rules,
Effective September 10, 1982.
(3) The applicant is reminded that all plumbing material and
workmanship must meet the standards of the Environmental
Protection Rules, Chapter 9, Plumbing; the National Plumbing
Code; and the requirements of the Vermont Fire Prevention
Section of the Department of Labor and Industry.
(4) This project has exceeded the time requirements imposed by
the Environmental Protection Rules for the Protection
Division to comment on the suitability of the plans for
compliance with the Environmental Protection Rules.
Therefore, approval of the project stated above is hereby
granted. It is not implied that the interior plumbing or
ventilation plans comply with Chapter 4 - Public Buildings
or Chapter 9 - Plumbing of the Rules. If there is a change
in use of the building or interior plumbing and ventilation
modifications are proposed, upgrades to each system may be
required in specific areas which do not meet the
requirements of the Rules. This condition does not relieve
the applicant or master plumber of their responsibility for
properly installing the interior plumbing as required by the
laws of the State of Vermont.
Dated this 27th day of May 1986, in the Village of Essex
Junction, Vermont.
FOR THE DIVISION OF PROTECTION
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Ll/`��i12
Regional Engineer
cc: Donald Robisky Ernest P. Christianson
Katherine Vose
Dept. of Health
Dept. of Labor & Industry
Town Planning Commission---"''
Greater Burlington Irdustrial Corp.
j ox 786
135 Church street
T CU 1
urn. ingtosiI �'
Dear °r . ehney :
e a('vised that the outY F'lannin- Commiss-on
gr t cI approval to for the industrial. develo)m<;YIt
of :illis and adjoinine7 propertics with tY. , cond:i.ticn
t ,a."t'rze fo11.o�,rin; iter.�s meet t'r�e speciffcntions and approva2l
Cf our ' itJr 7, anager:
1. location of roads and sewers
2. adritional right-of-way fro- lot 1 on ' rurpike
rx: oad
3. future commitmenT for Lanni n-a.r "udely '`rook
4. inst��l ation ormountable concr-rtp curYs aelecent
to lots which wi? J_ have access: onto the sty -,of
nlacemf--rt of all water valves an6 hydrants
tI pe of store spvrer pipe to br, used and additional
inlets at the end of each cul-de-sac
7. fire hydrant and street light layout, and
8. under7round power lines.
The Co71.mise -- on also rran.te per'i ssf_ n to the
construction of sidewalks.
f fna.l plan wJ lJ. require approval by the Commis lion a.nc
filing; with the City Clark.
Very truly,
ichard °'
�,,, ar d
<..noning ,dministrative Officer
Ow.010fig
June 1, 1976
Pe 1,; n e,
greater 11,ur) ink ton Industrial Corp.
C. 7 0
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135 Church Street
Tu.-lington,
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Dsar I'larry:
I1F-ase consider this a forrY .l noti"icaticn th,A the,
:1 nuth -urlington 7L�nning '-rrr,,J1s_,-,icn hr i,s C� -
L U r�4v-n a-prowil to
thy. final plat- of P-".I.C. industrial subdivision, '.,.s
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pr-scn.'V--', at the pu"-,-.Iic hearing of. '.`ay -5, 19,76. J-h i s
-.pnroval is Contin,� :=ntl u-)on ;our th: five recomrenda-
tions o' the, t^ity 7,nginecr, as outlined in his memo of
-1, 197" to the 'cm_nis,_;.'on, as -v.,ell as exercising tLe
c:r at st possible, care in diverting; wh r pcs i
traffic a -,,,,ay fro-, the north -south sag -gent of '__,hunpike
Road Burin- construction phases of t1l, project.
C)
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'so enclosed, for
that 'he see -' , "on of the
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Park to Cld �'Farm ',oad is
S ry ) /j
enclosure
your fil,s, is a letter certifying
Indust�-i:I. connectin,,, th,�
1"... C -t
Yours truly,
Stephen ,Page
Planning "'Issistant
PROPOSED
SOUTH URLINGT ON 7 VER14011T
CCMPREHENSIVE PLAN
1971+ - 1980
MARCH 1974
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FOREWORD
This South Burlington Comprehensive Plan has
been prepared in accordance with the Vermont Munici-
pal and Regional Planning and Development Act, Title
24, Vermont Statutes Annotated, Chapter 91. This
Plan sets forth policies, objectives, and guide-
lines for growth, development, and physical improve-
ment of the city. The Comprehensive Plan will be
implemented by four by-laws which must be adopted
in order to conform to Title 24, V.S.A., Chapter 91
and are as follows: (1) Zoning Ordinance, (2) Sub-
division Regulations, (3) Official City Map, and
(4) Capital Program and Budget.
THE SOUTH BURLINGTON CITY COUNCIL
Walter Nardelli, Chairman
Michael D. Flaherty
William J. Cimonetti
Paul A. Farrar
Catherine M. Neubert
THE SOUTH BURLINGTON PLANNING COMMISSION
Mary Barbara Maher, Chairwoman
Ronald C. Schmucker
Ernest Levesque
• Sidney.B. Poger
William A. Robenstein
Frederic 0. Sargent
William B. Wessel
FREDER IC 0. SARGENT,
TECHNICAL ADVISOR
C ONTR IBUT ORS
Chittenden County Regional Planning Commission
C . Harry Behney
William Kellner
Donald Rich
Francis Taginski
South Burlington Natural, Resources Committee
Barbara Bull, Chairman
Doris Bailey
Bud Etherton
William Schuele
Peter Yankowski
South Burlington Recreation Committee
Donald Duell, Chairman
Thomas Breen
Mary Anne Gucciardi
Paul Jordan
George Watson
Madeline Weaver
William J. Szymanski, City Manager
Frederick H. Tuttle, Superintendent of Schools
Bruce O'Neill, Recreation Director
Nancy Frymoyer, Jean Hildick, Catherine 14. Hayden,
t Catherine M. Neubert, Stephen Page, Michael Flaherty,
Raymond Stearns, Frederic 0. Sargent, Douglas Tudhope,
Richard Underwood, Bruce G. Watson, William B. Wessel,
and Richard Ward, Zoning Administrator.
Maps by:
Stephen Page
Cover designed byy:
Susan Vaudreuil-
TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION
SOUTH BURLINGTON PLANNING GOALS
CHAPTER
I -
GROWTH POLICY
CHAPTER
II -
POPULATION
CHAPTER
III -
HOUSING
CHAPTER
IV -
AGR IC ULTUR AL-R URAL ZONE
THE SOUTHEAST QUADRANT
CHAPTER
V -
NATURAL RESOURCE BASE
CHAPTER
VI -'
LAKE CHAMPLAIN
CHAPTER
VII -
RECREATION PLAN
CHAPTER
VIII -
AESTHETICS
CHAPTER
IX -
TRANSPORTATION PLAN
CHAPTER
X -
PUBLIC UTILITIES
CHAPTER
XI -
SCHOOLS
CHAPTER
XII -
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
CHAPTER
XIII -
IMPLEMENTATION
BIBLIOGRAPHY
Pages
1-8
9-11
13-16
17-26
27-33
34-39
40-55
56-62
63-81
82-8 5
86-100
101-109
110-117
118-128
129-133 '
MAPS
CITY OF SOUTH BURLINGTON
Attached are the following maps for the City
of South Burlington, March, 1974. These maps have
been photoreduced. For exact dimensions of various
districts, please refer to originals on file at the
City Clerk's Office.
Laze
Existing Land Use Map Ba
Lake Champlain Park 62
Winooski Gorge Park 70
Recreation -Conservation 76
Transportation Plan 100
Public Utilities 108
Public Utilities 109
Chittenden County 128
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THE CITY OF SOUTH BURLINGTON, VuRMONT
INTRODUCTION
The City of South Burlington covers ar,rro�:irnately
10,000 acres in the western part of Chittenden County. It
is bounded to the northwest by Burlington, the shiretown of
the county and largest city in Vermont. The Winooski River
and its flood plain serve as the northern boundary between
South Burlington, Colchester, and Essex: To the east, Muddy
Brook runs the whole length of the city and separates us
from Williston. Shelburne shares our southern boundary.
The southwest section of the city lies on Lake Champlain
with 12,000 feet of shoreline.
South Burlington has experienced rapid growth from its
rural -agricultural beginning in 1865. The population has
doubled in the last two decades to 10,000 people in a sur-'
rounding county of 100,000 population. We incorporated as
a City in 1971 and formed a City Council form of government
under the guidance and direction of a City Manager. Our
rapid growth was due to the proximity of Burlington, to
the location of a high employment industry In a neighbor-
ing community, to the availability of two different sets
of Railway lines, and the fact that the Burlington Interna-
tional Airport, serving northwestern Vermont, lies within our
boundaries. The University of Vermont straddles the
Burlington -South Burlington city line. The Agricultural
Farm, Horticultural Farm, Poultry Research Center, Maple
Research Center, and two fine stands of wooded land, East
Woods and Centennial Woods, are also in South Burlington?
and owned by the University.
A major access to Interstate 89 runs through the north-
ern part of the city and access to Interstate I-89 lies in
the south. Shelburne Road - Route 7, and Williston Road -
Route 2, two major traffic arteries in and out of Burling-
ton, also bisect the city. These major highways divide the
city into sections as follows:
THE SHELBURNE ROAD A - SOUTHWEST
Both business and residential areas are heavily con-
centrated along both sides of Shelburne Road. The Rutland
Railway Line runs north and south midway between Shelburne
Road and Lake Champlain. The lakeward side of this section
has two small residential neighborhoods, Bartletts Bay with
about 20 homes and Queen City Park with about 75 homes and
some summer camps. Most of the lakeshore property is pri-
� vately owned and largely undeveloped. The City does own
4,700 feet of lakeshore property in Red Rocks Park which
was purchased for recreation purposes in 1970. Only 700
feet of beach give access to the waters of the lake, since
most of the park is on an elevated rocky promontory.
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Both sides of Shelburne road frontage are heavily
developed coFz ercial strips; however, there is still
land available for planned in-depth commercial growth.
To the east of Shelburne Road lie the heaviest resi-
dential concentrations: 80 homes in the Brewer Parkway
section; 157 homes in the Laurel Hill development; 152
homes in the Twin Orchard neighborhood; and 157 houses in
the Laurel Hill South section. About 4+ residents are
scattered along Shelburne road and a northerly residen-
tial neighborhood in the Hadley Road -Proctor Avenue area
has 156 homes. An additional large condominium develop-
ment for retired people has just begun construction.
All but 20 houses in this area are serviced by muni-
cipal sewers. Orchard School provides public elementary
education to area children; and Rice High School, a private
parochial school, serves Chittenden County students on a
tuition basis.
THE SOUTHEAST QUADRANT
This area contains about 40% of the land mass in South
Burlington and is a mixture of agricultural and residential
uses. Large farm parcels have been subdivided into 5 and 10
acre residential lots and houses on l and 2 acre parcels
front on the four major roads - Hinesburg Road, Dorset Street,
Spear Street and Surift Street. Approximately 171+ homes are
located in the Southeast quadrant. The section still has a
rural -agricultural atmosphere and there are magnificent
views of the Green Mountains, Lake Champlain and the Adiron-
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dacks. lrhile there are several. active farms, most of the
land is used for grazing and pasture. Several large par-
cels are bei_n,- held. for sp eci3Oative purposes. The soils
in this area are not conducive to heavy development without
municipal sewers. At Present, no commercial development
will be permitted and only one house on ten acre density
will be allowed with on -site sewage disposal. To prevent
urban sprawl and for rood planning, development will be
controlled within the limits of our "Capital Program and
Budget" and the Growth Policy defined in Chapter I.
THE WII,L,ISTON ROAD AREA - NORTHERPJ HALF OF THE CITY
This area is generally north of Kennedy Drive and
I-80. There is a heavy mix of commercial and residential
development on both sides of Williston Road, Dorset Street,
t Hinesburg Road, White Street, Patchen Road and Airport
Drive.
The residential neighborhoods, while often threatened
with commercial encroachment, have managed to maintain their
integrity. There are 213 hones in the Hinesburg Road area;
apartment complex; 203 homes south of Williston Road; and
in an area generally bounded by the north side of Williston
Road, Patchen Road, Airport Drive and White Street, there
are 564 houses in a concentrated area. The section north
of White Street and out to Kirby Road has about 326 homes.
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Three relatively isolated neighborhoods - Spear Street -
East Terrace with 77 houses; Country Club Estates section
with 53 homes; and the Clinton -Shunpike area with 54 homes -
complete the neighborhoods. Three large apartment com-
plexes on Kennedy Drive with a total of 160 units, one on
Hinesburg Road with 30 units and one cn Dorset Street with
40 units, comprise a total of 230 apartments in multi -family
developments on this side of the city.
Most of the older South Burlington residential neigh-
borhoods are located in the Williston Road area, and it'is
our intention to protect existing neighborhoods from com-
mercial encroachment and traffic disruption. These homes
are relatively low cost by today's standards and these
neighborhoods are refuges for our long-time residents as
well as areas where some reasonably priced starter homes
come on the market for young families.
Cloverleaf access to the Interstate at Williston Road
has encouraged several large shopping centers and major
motel chains to cluster in an area that already has heavy
concentrations of traffic from the immediately adjacent
University of Vermont dormitory, sports and academic complex.
The Fire and Police Departments are on Dorset Street,
City Hall is on Williston Road, and the Sanitary Landfill,
Highway Department and O'Brien Civic Center are on Patchen
Road. Municipal sewers serve all sections except the Shun-
pike area and Country Club Estates area.
Two elementary schools - Central School on Williston
Road and Chamberlain School on White Street serve area
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children. The Middle School-Hi71a School complex on Dorset
Street near the geographic center of the city serves both
sides of the community.
INDUSTRIAL AREAS:
The Shunpike Road area off Williston Road has been
set aside for an Industrial Park, and will be sewered in
the near future. This area can be extended southward into
the Southeast Quadrant as the need arises since most of
the land is under the Airport Approach Zone. A. spur of
the Central Vermont Railway could service this area.
Burlington International Airport with 535 acres of
land is in the northeast section of the city and can be
expanded for Airport -Industrial related growth north, south
and east.
An industrial area on Dorset Street has about reached
its limit of growth.
Some expansion of light industry can take place along
the Rutland Railroad line along Shelburne Road.
RECREATION AREAS:
South Burlington citizens have given good support for
hond issues to purchase recreation lands and there are many
active groups promoting sports, trails, and preservation of
natural resources. "Chapter VII - Recreation Plan" gives an
inventory and description of our recreation areas and recom-
mendations for improvements and needs. ,
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SOUTH li L? ;GT GiT ?I - ;G
In the face of urban pressures, changing land uses
and expanding needs, South Burlington has attempted to plan
and control development and the use of lard and water. he
first Zoning Ordinance was adopted in lql;�. It zoned the
town into residential, business and industrial districts.
The first Official Miuricipal Plan was adopted in 1953 and
was the first such plan in the State of Vermont. It delin-
eated new streets with -services, schoolhouses, playgrounds
and public buildings. The 191+7 Zoning Ordinance was amended
to implement the plan. In 1962, a Comprehensive Plan was
drawn up by the firm of Sargent -Webster -Crenshaw and Folley,
of Syracuse, New York and approved by the voters. Suggested
in this plan were several capital improvement guidelines for
development. A new Zoning Ordinance was approved in 1964
based on the 1962 plan. It separated the town into two
types of residential districts, two types of business dis-
tricts, an industrial district and a planned district. The
Comprehensive Plan was amended in 1969 with the assistance
of Larry Moore Technical Planning Associates of New Haven,
Connecticut. The plan incorporated a Conservation and
Recreation Plan - the first in Vermont - which was produced
by the Chittenden County Natural Resource Technical Team
working with a group of South Burlington citizens called
the Natural Resource Committee. That study is the basis
of South Burlington's recent efforts to preserve a quality
. environment in the community.
During the 10/60Is South Purliii-,ton eras the fastest
Growing municipality in the State of Vermont and this rapid
Growth intensified the problem of providing sewage disposal,
streets, traffic control, fire and police protection, schools,
sanitary landfill and other municipal services. The rate of
Growth was greater than could adequately be controlled. in
many instances, changes in land use were initiated by devel-
opers, and the Planning Commission reacted by changing zones
to accomodate specific proposals without acknowledging the
consequences to the adjacent environs or the effect this would
have on the planning process.
Development over the past 15 years occurred in the
usual uncontrolled pattern of too rapid suburban growth --
commercial strips along main roads, grid residential planning,
intensive traffic producing commercial growth without planned
traffic control, commercial infringement on residential neigh-
borhoods and destruction of our natural resources. The pres-
sures permitted only elementary planning and minimal enforce-
ment of zoning and sign ordinances.
The resultant congestion, high taxes to pay for services,
and assault on our aesthetic senses has awakened citizens to
the problems created by unplanned and uncontrolled growth.
The people of this community, at many p{zblic hearings,
have expressed their preferences and concerns many times.
This plan is an attempt to respect and further their opinions
and desires.
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South Btui lid ton
CO I. C'M f T t. K
Vermont
M. I N 1) K I
EXISTING LAND USE -1974 '
RosidmMI.Prodominantly Single Fw7Wy
ApartmonIs
Buninosa Undustrial
O Public & Quasi -Public
S Public Elent-School
HS Public High& Middle Schools
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MIHS Rice High Scl*ol
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This plan has been drawn to insure that the needs of
the citizens of South Dirljn,.�ton fo-., empl.oyment op-Dortunity,
edi;cation, housin-, health, safety, culture, recreation, and
social well-bein,, are met with efficient use of our limited
human, financial, and natural resources, and to insure that
future growth will have the least adverse effect on environ-
ment.
REGIONAL COOPERATION:
We plan to promote economical. and efficient administra-
tion of public services throu7h cooperation with neighboring
towns where practical Regional cooperation is especially
important in water supply, fire protection, police protection,
regional and community transportation, park planning, water
quality improvement, and solid waste disposal.
QUALITY ENVIRONMENT:
We plan to keep South Burlin,-ton an attractive place in
which to live. We shall achieve this by protecting and pre-
serving the natural environment, by giving due consideration
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to natural area, water courses, lakeshores, sign control,
vistas, landscaping, buffer zones, and set-back.requirements.
We plan to provide for cluster residential and planned unit
development, and we intend to take full advantage of stat-
utory authority providing for open space.
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ltire 11�n to maintain nnd develop adec;,ate recreation
and a t.hletic facilities for our residents. In addition to
a parlt system, we desire to develop trail systems through
natural and urban areas so ttia.t citizens of all ales may
bicycle, hike, snowshoe, and ski cross-country.
CHAMPT A I1T LAK'ESH ORE :
We plan to protect the quality of Lake Champlain weters,
the natural beauty of the shoreline," and to make this incom-
parable asset physically and visibly accessible to all.
HOtiSING :
We plan to encourage good housin- for all income levels.
PROTECTION OF RESIDENTIAL NEIGHBORHOODS:
We plan to maintain the viability of existing residential
neighborhoods through protective zoning. This provides for
relatively stable lower cost homes for our older long-time
citizens as well as providing for some starter homes for
new families. Most of these homes could not be replaced in
today's market at anywhere near their assessed value
OPEN PLANNING:
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Democratic planning requires citizen participation in
planning decisions. We invite and will utilize citizen
participation through public meetings, cooperation with the
media, and meetings with neighborhood organizations.
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LAND USE THROUGH ZONIXG:
5tie plan to zone land fo. its -)�:st and hig, est use,
taking into consideratic�l ti-:a physical r:atr e of the land,
ti:e economics of its deV� to;� Cli' , and :, e- ation to exist-
ing and current usage. We desire to set aside land and to
control development in certain a eas to insure capability
for well planned, in-depth and orde:ly in the future.
t,,nile this might entail some adjustment for the current gen-
eration, we believe it is our obligation to protect our
heritage for future generatiolas.
BALANCED RATE OF GRM-,"IH:
We recognize that a too rapid .rise in population growth
can force increased taxation to provide municipal services
and schools. Therefore, we plan to control residential growth
through phased construction of subdivisions and commercial
residential projects.
We recognize that the economic health of a community
depends on commercial growth. However, unplanned commercial
growth can create highway and traffic problems, downgrading of
residential neighborhogds, unsightly strip development, and
uneconomical use of land both for the landowner and the tax
base. Therefore, we plan for controlled access, landscaping,
buffers, and in-depth commercial development wherever possible.
We plan to maintain an orderly and predetermined rate
of economic and population growth commensurate with our
ability to provide municipal services and facilities through
taxation. We shall keep population growth at a reasonable
level in line with regional population growth.
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We plan for and hope to solicit indust.�y to broaden our
tax base and create job oppor ta7ities.
As far and as accurately as possible, we plan to project
costs for expansion of mu:7icipal services, and budget for
them. This will be used as a tool, as provided by State
statutes, to maintain a balance between population, commercial
and industrial growth.
AGRICULTURAL LANDS:
We plan to assist, support and promote agricultural use
of land wherever possible. Such land once developed almost
surely could not revert to Agricultural use. However, we
also recognize that we do not have unlimited determination
of future growth, and all land reserved for agriculture now
could provide areas for development for future generations.
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GRO'HL 1 Do j� T Cy OUA'DTER I
It is our goal that tale rate and location of econom-
ic, population, indust_2-al, - .d grew h in South
Burlington be planned accordi g to the needs and goals of
the people of South B-Lj--lin,,-ton as determined by the Plan-
ning Co=ission through surveys and open meetings,
and implemented through the planning process provided by
Chapter 91, Title 24, Vermont Statutes Annotated.
In planning for population, we must provide suffi-
cient housing to take care of new families being formed
by the young people of our. community. This can be ap-
proximated by determining the net difference between
birth and death rates in South Burlington which have av-
eraged approximately 1 percent per year over the last 5
years and which rate had decreased in 1972.
We also plan to provide for new people who night
desire to locate in our community and we plan to assume
our share of Chittenden County growth by allowing a, net
,,migration into the community approximately equal to our
estimated natural growth.
A 2 percent annual increase in residential units
would allow for a population increase of approximately
2 percent per year, assuming that the currsent trends of
approximately 3.8 persons per residential unit remains
constant. This rate of growth would be in consonance
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,with the projected ;�"Lann�:,d cxa.,sion of --Lnici al sc�
p ✓ice s
cutlined in a Cup_ 4al - t� t
.oU, :.� u:-.d u..�o to be prese..�ed
:or adoption r C:_:p ter C' ;'i' �� �'e - Cf- ' 1.
ti motatecl .
The ;rth ,ocy i, �:,'�".µ�; tc co:.t-01 tho impact
7 J 1 ,../
V 1'c.ciZ4.1,a.-i J- 1�a_ S�.i ?..1u:� �v,_ Qom: .�...__ s_ �_•,n a., -�:�:.. each
residential subdivision proposal s:_all '-e roquired to
prase growth at a rate cc� �ei:surate t:i ,h the 2 percent.
units of
or the previous year r s gro;';th r ato in residential
nits of the colant/yj whichever is la. der •
If it is found that tl,e rate of proposed residential
cori,�truction will exceed t'r:e maxim= allowable planned rate
in.'any given year, in con junctio:z with t: e City Council
the Planning Commission will inau,urate methods necessary
for controlling growth such as by limiting the issuance
of, building
permits upon
a finding that
exceeding this
growth level
would exceed
the capacity
of available muni-
cipal services such as water, sewer, roads, and schools.
Implementation of any controlled growth policy will in-
clude full_ use of by-laws.• duly enacted under Chapter 91,
Title, 241 Vermont Statutes Annotated,
The Plantain; Commission will annually review this
policy, taking into considera.tio:n any changes in Chit-
" tenders County growth, South Burlington's share of that
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U .a:. ..c:... "iiv�l u.7.) : an lalCl Gdse
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�J l: Lal1. _1G liCi..t and
adlusted to CO::1 L; sc: e �Gr GZ' � �'' is O- a r '1i0 i� I a -
The so-urce of cc,, rit ' i:! �':1av Gil sail' y a,
_ ��, r-L c one
U. S. Ce nSUs, C;littc:ide:; Cc .ty :�_, o :al P ^ a:..:J n Co lion,
and the State Plar.::wn; 0 ceo City pGation data s::all
be obtained tiI—h the assfstance of the Sµnerintendent of
Schools and the City
The location of growth stall be controlled by the
designation of a "Urowth zone" and a "limited growth zone."
The rate of expansion of the r-rowth zone shall be con-
trolled by : (1) the proposed expansion of services as
projected in the Capital ProSram and gadget and (2) the
unavailability of these services to some areas of the
city at the present time.
In order to minimize the tax burden of providing
increased municipal services, and to maintain efficiency
of existing services, we plan to nromote__�Lrowth in a zone
consisting of those areas that already provide municipal
water and sewers, and which area is also served by fire
and police protection, schools, commerce, industry, and
public recreation areas -
In those areas where services are limited, we plan
to control_ Rrowth in a limited manner. W'a will plan for
future expansion commensurate w4L-Ch out plan to extend
services to those areas.
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it liul 701le and Cif ? 1" c - - ('.', a u -h 1 ..to J..G"e Zone and
On_y `.3 ner e soils ar C sui" :. 1�� ; ei O S=. .7 s :,rage disposal
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<CCOru�i:g to iJ.S.D.A. S.C.S. .;C{l 'G_....'iiC:l
esidential ex-,D--ns;on On C�:. �.;::, 3--ne lots w'.Iich are
d . . �, ; .n �- i m
IIOt part Of 3 Su^u iViSiv:., wj._l ;,„ : �„ ,,,_., i; �.. one 1 ,.,iced
grOlJti7 zones Only if laic 3;D- iiC is can ?)rove t a—'U such expansion
will not unduly burden t-he tax avers, and trill not exceed the
limitations of the projections set forth in tha Capital Program
and Budget.
, on site sewaga disposal -pust "act all requirements of
the State Department of :.ealth, the. ater resources Board, and
South Burlington regulations.
The growth zone shall be revie�;rcd in 1977 and 1981 and
every five years thereafter by the following procedures:
(1) The Planning Commission wile. Lake a determination
that the public interests are such that the growth zone should
be extended.
(2) A supplement or revision shall be developed for the
Comprehensive Plan subject to lawful procedures for passage and
indicating: (a) location of extension of'water and sewer lines,
(b) the areas to be included in tha*charge of zone, (c) the
schedule for installation of such service(d) adjustment of
the "Capital Program and Budget", and a public hearing.
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CHAPTER TI - POPULATIorI
Population growth occurs where housing is available
and then -enerates demands for more and better housing,
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streets, schools, water, sewers, police and fire protection,
power, shopping facilities, open space, recreation and em-
ployment opportunities. Commercial and economic growth,
on the other hand, generates population growth by creating
jobs that must be filled which then creates a need for
housing and expanded services., Whichever comes first, es-
timates of future population growth impact must be the
foundation for all aspects of planning.
Population growth is dependent on two factors: (a)
the ratio of births to deaths, and (b) the migration into,
and out of, the community. Birth and death rates have been
relatively constant over the last decade in South Burling-
ton and the region. Consequently, they are fairly predict-
able and can be used in population projections.
Migration is the major factor determining population
growth in South Burlington, in Chittenden County, and in
the State as a whole. The direction and magnitude of mi-
gration are determined by economic conditioxis such as em-
ployment opportunities, retail services, and shopping facil-
ities, as well as by cultural, social and natural ameni-
ties. On the state level, in -migration accounted for only
27 percent of the population growth in the decade, 1960-
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1970; in 1971, in -migration represented 50 percent of
the State's growth; and in 1972, this figure rose to
61 percent. On the local level, nearly half of South
Burlington's increase between 1960 and 1970 was due to
in -migration. In contrast to the prediction of future
birth and death rates, the forecasting of future migra-
tion patterns is very difficult. Our principal method
is to base projections on recent trends, especially the
1960-1970 decade, and to consider the effect of various
growth determinants such as employment, the energy short-
age, the national economy, taxes, building costs, land
use laws, and environmental planning.
South Burlington intends to implement a controlled,
annual rate of growth through a Capital :Program and Bud-
get and other by-laws. This concept and method has been
advocated by the Chittenden County Regional Planning. Com-
mission which proposes an annual county growth rate of
2 percent.
A controlled growth rate has numerous advantages.
One is that planning for community facilities and ser-
vices can be done on a long term basis. Long range plan-
ning can provide either increased quality of services,
lower cost services, or a combination of both. The con-
trolled growth rate concept implies influence over the
type as well as the quantity of new development. Inthis
way, progress can be made towards a "balanced" employment
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market as well as a balanced tax base in regard to resi-
dential, commercial, and industrial growth. The major im-
pl-tcation of a policy of planned growth is that with the
proper base studies and the appropriate by-laws, South
Burlington could maintain its'high quality of life in the
future. The concept of quality of life may be represented
by an equation:
Quality of planning and Govern-
ment, quantity of income, ser-
Average Quality of Life vices, resources, amenities, etc.
Number of people dependent on
income, services, resources,
amenities, etc.
With planned growth, some control may be exerted
over the numerator and denominator of this formula in
order to maintain or improve and maintain the quality of
life.
POPULATION PROJECTIONS
The South Burlington Comprehensive Plan of 1969 pro-
vided detailed projections of population for 30 years to
1999. Those projections were well conceived and are still
useful. This plan does not recalculate 30-year projections,
i� but focuses on the immediate future to 1980.
Eight projections of South Burlington's population in
1980 were made by use of two methods. The sources for these
projections are the Vermont Central Planning Office, the
Chittenden County Regional Planning Commission, and a con-
sultant retained by the City of South Burlington. The two
methods used are: (a) projections made on the basis of
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South Burlington's population trends with various assump-
tions concerning birth and death rates and migration, and
(b) an estimate of South Burlington's share of the pro-
jected future growth of Chittenden County. County -wide
projections are inherently more reliable than those for
a specific city or town; however, the prediction of South
Burlington's "share" is difficult to determine.
PROTECTIONS:
(1) This first projection is based on the unlikely
assumption that there will be no migration into South Bur-
lington and that the population increase will be due sole-
ly to the "natural increase" or the surplus of birth over
deaths. This results in an average annual increase of 1.2
percent, an increase over the decade of 13 percent, and a
1980 total of 11,310 people.
(2) A second projection is based on a 2 percent
county growth rate, as recommended by the Chittenden County
Regional Planning Commission as adopted on April 23, 1973
and entitled "Population Goals and Policies for Chittenden
County." This results in a 1980 population of 12,230, which
is a 10-year increase of 22 percent.
(3) A third estimate is based on the assumption that
South Burlington's population will increase by the same
number of people as it did in the decade, 1960-1970. This
results in an average annual growth rate of 2.8 percent --
a 31 percent increase over the decade for a 1980 total of
13,160.
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(4) The fourth and highest projected population for
1980 is based on an overall percentage growth rate for the
coming decade which is the same as the one for the previ-
ous decade (1960-1970) which was 45 percent. This results
in a 3.8 percent annual average growth rate and a 1980
total of 14,580. A consideration of several factors, such
as the energy crisis, the state of the economy, new envi-
ronmental legislation and current lowered birth rate, indi-
cate that this rate of growth is unlikely in the next 10
years. Specific facts,such as the number of new housing
units being constructed, appear to confirm that this rate
of growth has not been sustained into the early seventies.
(5) A fifth projection is based on estimates of the
population growth for Chittenden County by use of a formula
for allocation of growth as defined in the Chittenden County
Regional Planning Commission report entitled "Population
Goals and Policies for Chittenden County" adopted on April
23, 1973• This assumes a 2% county wide population increase,
but shares that growth by dividing the county into sectors:
The Core, Environ I and Environ II. South Burlington was
placed in Environ I with Colchester, Essex, St. George,
Shelburne, Williston, and Winooski. The total county pop-
ulation which is projected is 122,407. This may be compared
with a population of 99,131 in 1970. In each recent popu-
lation census, South Burlington's share of the county total
has risen --from a little over 5 percent in 1950 to a little
over 10 percent in 1970. If the City's share of county
population in 1970 is applied to the Commission's 1980
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population estimate, South Burlington's population would
amount to 12,375•
(6) A projection based on South Burlington's increas-
ing percentage of Chittenden County's population --a percen-
tage slightly higher than 12.5 percent --a population of
15,362 is projected. These calculations assume that the
County population increase will be limited to the rate
which was projected by the Commission, and that the City's
"historical" percentage share will remain consistent. It
will be more difficult for the County to control its rate
of population growth than for the City to do so. The
range of South Burlington's "population share" of the 1980
Chittenden County figure of 12,375 to 15,362 is close to
the range projected on the basis of the consultant's four
municipal projections,. ranging from 119310 to 14,580.
(7 ) Vermont State Planning Office p'ro j ections are
made state-wide and county -by -county in "Vermont, Social
and Economic Characteristics" (1971). This reuort assumes
a growth rate of 1.9 percent per year for 1970-1975 and a
rate of 1.5 percent for 1975-1980. This may be compared
with the 1970 census total of 99,131• South Burlington's
percentage "share" of the County's population may be applied
to these projections to estimate the City's 1980 population.
In 1970, that share was a little over 10 percent. Based on
State Planning Office projections for a 1980 county popula-
tion of 1179300, South Burlington's 1980 population could
amount to 31,859.
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(8) Using the Vermont State Planning Office's pro-
jections for Chittenden County and applying an increasing
percentage for South Burlington, i.e., 12.5 percent, there
would be an estimate of 14,663 for 1980.
Chart I summarizes the four municipal and four re-
gionally based projections for 1480. Table 1 shows the
expected age distribution for 1980, based on the four
municipal projections. It should be noted that the higher
growth rate, generally speaking, the lower the avera,e age.
A declining average age suggests higher demands for school
services and the need for larger housing units; conversely,
a rising median age may slow demands for school services,
but accelerate the demand for greater numbers of housing
units. Table 2 summarizes the eight projections used in
deriving the plan for the next 5 years.
This comparison of eight population projections from
three sources gives a good idea of the population growth
that South Burlington can expect with a planned growth
policy based on 2 percent annual growth, and how it compares
with a growth rate without a planned growth policy.
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Table 1. 1980 South Burlington Po;;ulatior Projections
Under your Assumptions
Projection of
Projection of
196o-197o
196o-1970
Static
community
Two
percent
numerical
percenta;;e
no migration
grow .rate
increase
increase
Age
Humber
Percent
Number
Percent
Number Percent
Humber Percent
=IIader 5
870'
7.7
- 880
7.2
840 6.4
880 6.0
c
.-.-1,870
16.5
2,660
16.8
3.360 25.5
3.600 24.7
15-24
-'. 2,490
22.1
2,620
21.4
2,360 17.9
3.020 20.7
25-34
1,530
13.5
19740
14.2
1,810 .13.8
1.830 12.6
35-44
_1.480
13.1
1,710
.14.0
1,820 13.8
1,920 13.2
45-54,
- 11380
12.2
.1,510
12.3
1,Y1O 11.7
-11790 12.3
55-64
-_ 1,030
9.1
1,050
8.6
900 6.8
1.000 6.9
65 and over
66o
-5.8
660
5.4
530 4.o
540 3.7
= Total
32,310
_
•-12,230
: '
13,16o . _
14,530
Yedian age
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27.9 -
25.1
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Projection
Population
Number
14e' thod
Source
in 1980
1
Projection of South
Consultant
11010
Burlington trends
2
Projection of South
Consultant
129230
Burlington trends
3
Projection of South
Consultant
13,160
Burlington trends
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Projection of South
Consultant
149580
Burlington trends
5
Projection of Chittenden
CCRPC
12,375
County trends
6
Projection of Chittenden
CCRPC
159362
County trends
7
Projection of Chittenden
Vermont State
11,859
County trends
Planning Office
8
Projection of Chittenden
Vermont State
141663
..County trends
Planning Office
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Sourcet
"The South Burlington Economic Study, by Milton J. Nadwornyl
October, 1973. ,
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Ci1APTER III - HOUSING
Providing adequate housing is one of the most im-
portant considerations of a Comprehensive Plan. In con-
formity with the housing plan of the Chittenden County
Regional Planning Commission, the City of South Burling-
ton recognizes that future housing must: (1) provide
for people of all income levels, (2) create and maintain
viable neighborhoods, (3) assure safe and adequate shel-
ter, and (4) be geographically located so as to enhancd
the amenities of living, facilitate access to public
recreation, and minimize the cost of community sertrices,
facilities, and public utilities. \
Planning and zoning efforts should be instrumental
in maintaining neighborhood integrity and guiding future
residential development to the most attractive and con-
venient locations. It is recommended that the City Council
prepare and adopt a building code ordinace. When a building
code is adopted, the prospective homeowner or renter can
benefit from safer and higher quality housing units.
The primary and most immediate
P y problem relating to
housing is that of cost, both rental and purchase. The
median gross rent, for example, was $195. per month in South
Burlington in 1g70. Labor and material cost increases
have forced the residential construction cost from $14.
per square foot in 1963 to $22. per square foot in 1973.
Increases in the price of raw land and site improvem6ntl
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such as streets, sewers, storm drains, etc., have further
contributed to the upward spiral of housing costs. Add to
this the difficulty of obtaining mortgage money and the
decline in residential construction over the past three
years, and the high cost of housing is at least partially
explained. The brunt of these unfavorable conditions
has been borne by the lower and middle income segment of
the community.
Planning for housing requires a special municipal
program and two subjects must be addressed: (1) the tota
housing needs for 1980, and (2) the low cost housing problem.
HOUSING NEEDS FOR 1980
In order to project the 1980 housing needs we must
have an.analysis of projected population growth and add
to that the housing needed to replace loss due to obsolete
or dilapidated units. Past trends and data must serve as
guides. In 1960, there were 3.85 people per occupied house-
hold in South Burlington.. In 1970, this figure declined
to 3.62 per household. If that trend continues, the num-
ber might decline to around 3.1+0 per household in 1980.
Almost all of the population of South Burlington lives
in households (as distinguished from dormitories or other
"nonhousehold" units). Nevertheless, the percentages,
dropped from 99.75 percent in 1960 to 99.2 percent in.
1970, and it is assumed here that the percentage would
drop further to 98.65 percent in 1980. In order to arrive
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at a rough assessment of the number of housing units which
would be needed in South Burlington by 1980, a variety of
assumptions must be made. It is assumed that the percen-
tage of population living in household would be the 1970
level of 99.20 percent, or a trend projection level of 98.65
percent of the population. It is also assumed that the aver-
age family size would remain at the 1970 level of 3.62, or
decline to a trend extension of 3.40.
Most of the housing in South Burlington is fairly new.
The 1970 census listed 29828 "year -round -units" of which
2,750 were occupied. Of the total of 2,828, over 1,100
(39 percent) were built between 1960 and March 1970, while
over 1,000 (36 percent) had been built during the 1950's.
In other words, about 75 percent of the year-round housing
units in the city are 20 years old or less; therefore, the
need for replacement will be very low.
HOUSING UNITS NEEDED IN 1980
2% growth rat$
Popuaation 129230
At 99.20 percent in households
People per house
3.62
3.40
3.00
At 98.65;percent in households
People per house
3.62
3.40
3..00
523
740
19216
505
721
1,19?+
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Using population projections at different rates of
growth, and assuming that the average population per house-
hold would range from 3.7 to 3.5 for owner occupied homes,
and from 2.6 to 2.4 for rental units, and using the Federal
Housing Authority suggestion of a "normal" vacancy rate of
2% for homes and about 6% for apartments, we may make, some
projections for types of units needed.
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Population
bevels
New
Housing Units
11 3-1—
12 2 0
11.160
All
Houses
369
635
905
1,315
All
Apartments
560
962
_ 1,371
17993
or a mix
50%
Houses
185
317
1*52
657
50%
Apartments
280
481.
�686
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Total.
465
798
1,138
11653
1970 proportion of
Houses (76%)'to
Apartments (21f%)
Houses 306 516 738 11070
Apartments 98 16Z 237 � 4
Total 404 6'83 975 1,413
It should be noted that as number of neotile per ho slug
unit decreases, the number of units needed to accommodate the
same total population increases.;
Source:
"The South Burlington Economic Study,," by Milton J. Nadw,,Drny,
October, 1973.
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I,Od CC`T M-ITSTTIG
South Burlington has been fortunate to enjoy an ex-
pandinC tax base while rec6ivinr the highest median income
Per family and unrelated individual in Chittenden County.
The absence of mobile home parks, the lack of Public hous-
ing, and the high land values have tended to limit the
availability of low cost hoiising and to exclude people
who could not afford the high prices of South Burlington's
home rental and purchase market.
Controlling South Burlington's rate of growth is a
recognized necessity. However, it must be accomplished
in a way that does not discriminate against the elderly,
or people in the low and moderate income horsing market.
A housing plan was adopted by the Chittenden County
Regional Planning Commission on July 26, 1.9711 but unfor-
tunately it did not propose a method of implementing that
plan and only encouraged local officials to work out their
own solutions. South Burlington cannot wait for this pro-
blem to be solved by the federal or state governments. We
must take steps locally to improve the city's low income
.i and elderly housing market through low cost housing plans.
To accomplish this objective, the City Council will appoint'
a special subcommittee on Housing.
Low'Cost Housing is new housing which would sell for
no more than $10000. more than the lowest cost house on the
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market in the county durinC the 12 month period previous to
the PlanninC Commission site review.
HniJST1JG CCII�gITTTFTf
The Cit.v Council will appoint a special subcommittee on
Housi.nC. This committee would be charCed with studyinC South
Burlington's housinC problems in depth, and then ma.kinC specific
recommendations for action to the City Council within one year
after adoption of the Master Plan. They should study the
Burlington experience, the recommendations of the Vermont
Department of Community Affairs, and the Chittenden County
Regional Plannin- Commission proposals. The Committee should
also consider their proposals with reference to (1) effective-
ness in providing low cost housing and (2) the cost to the city.
The Committee should also consider the following proposals:
A. Low cost housinC by State Enabling Legislation.
B. Low'cost housing by municipal subsidy.
C.
Low
cost
housing
by
developer action.
D.
Low
cost
housing
in
Planned Unit Residential.
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CHAPTER IV - AGRICULTURAL -RURAL ZONE
THE SOUTHEAST QUADRANT
The Southeast Quadrant is South Burlington's primary
agricultural and open space area, as well as being a large
section of undeveloped land in close proximity to an urban
area. There are 4,300 acres, or roughly 43% of the cityls
total acreage. Land in and adjacent to the Quadrant is
under intense pressure for development. Municipal water
and sewer lines are currently not extended into the quadrant
and could not be except at high cost to the taxpayers.
PLANNING GOALS:
The objective of this plan is to keep the quadrant
as open as possible for as long as possible. The reasons
for this position are as follows:
(1) The soils of the Southeast Quadrant are gener-
ally unsuitable for on -site sewage disposal with existing
available methods. Table I of this chapter lists major
soil types and their character, permeability, and soil
limitations for onsite sewage disposal. Complete soil
studies may be obtained at City Hall.
(2) We wish to preserve greenbelts bgtween South
Burlington and neighboring communities.
(3) We wish to keep open options for agricultural
use for future generations.
(4) We wish to protect groundwater recharge areas,
stream sources, stream banks and water quality, wildlife
habitats, and a pastoral landscape. An inventory of the
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natural resources in the Southeast Quadrant is included
in this chapter.
(5) ti?e wish to prevent urban sprawl and unplanned
growth while at the same time reserving land to be devel-
oped according to the needs of future generations.
AGRICULTURAL - RURAL ZONE
The Southeast Quadrant should be zoned "agricultural -
rural" with the following provisions: '
(1) Not more.than one curb cut per piece of property
should be allowed on existing major roads.
(2) Any building or development other than individual
residences on lots of 10 acres or more must be connected
to municipal water and sewer lines and conform to policies
set forth in "Chapter I - Growth Policy."
(3) Legislation promoting the preservation of open
space shall be taken advantage of by•the City whenever
feasible, as•well as -any legislation that will protect our
natural resources as outlined in "Chapter V - Natural
Resource Base."
(4) Tax concession to maintain•open space.will only
be granted after acquistion of the rights of development by
the community from the owner for not less than (10) years.
(5) We shall acquire.trail, easements to. -Implement
the "Pedestrian Trail System" which concept has been adopted
by the city and a copy of which As on file at City Hall.
A brief description of the "Pedestrian Trail System" is,also
outlined in ',Chapter VII - Recroation Plan." and which chapter
ib part of this Comprehensive Plan.
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We recommend that such trail easements be requested when-
ever property is especially assessed. (V.S.A., Title 24,
Section 2741.)
TAX POLICIES FOR KEEPING LAND OPEN:
(1) Under V.S.A. Title 241 Section 2741, a munici-
pality, by vote of the people, may enter into tax con-
tracts with farmers (those who derive 66 percent of their
income from farming) to lower or stabilize their taxes.
(2) Under Chapter 10, V.S.A.9 Section 6301, a munE-
icipality may enter into real estate arrangements with
landowners by acquiring property or any right and interest
therein by purchase with authorized funds, or by donation,
devise, or exchange of property.
It is recommended that the city investigate preferential
taxation policies, make any arrangements binding and legal,
and if necessary, do a complete reassessment of the lands
in the Southeast Quadrant.
It is further recommended that.the City Council appoint
a special tax policy review committee to ascertain the
impact of zoning
policies to investigate the effect of
new zoning, and to review proper legal methods for pre-
ferential assessment and preservation'of open space.
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INVENTORY OF NATURAL RESOURCES IN THE SOUTHEAST QUADRANT:
WATER - Domestic well water is subject to contamination from
malfunctioning or improperly installed septic systems. In
addition, many wells yield extremely hard water which increases
maintenance costs substantially. Leaching of septic systems
could cause contamination of surface water and recharge areas.
WILDLIFE HABITAT - There are numerous wetlands, drainageways,
and tributaries of Shelburne Pond, Muddy Brook, Potash Brook,
and, ultimately Lake Champlain. Filling, cutting, or other
disturbance of these wetlands and drainageways will have an ad-
verse effect on wildlife habitats and water quality in general.
STREAMBANKS - The banks of Potash Brook and Muddy Brook should
be protected from building or intensive land use in order to
protect the water quality and prevent soil erosion. We recom-
mend that a conservation zone be adopted which will prevent
intensive land use other than agricultural.
SOURCE OF POTASH BROOK - The swampy; or marshy area which is
the source of Potash Brook should be protected by a conserva-
tion zone to protect the headwaters and the water quality of
Potash Brook.
OTHER SWAMPS AND MINOR STREAMS- These areas in the southern
part of the quadrant drain directly into Shelburne Pond.
Their disturbance would alter the quality of water in Shel-
burne Pond. r.
A-RAINAGEWAyS A M_=HARD AREAS - These should be placed in
a conservation area and protected from intensive development.
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SOIL SUITABILITY FOR DEVELOPIQT IN THE SOUTHEAST QUADRANT:
The types of soils listed below are relatively unsuit-
able for intensive development, and we recommend that where
such soils exist development take place only on municipal
sewer lines.
Soil.
Character
Covington
Silty clay
Enosburg
Sandy loam
Stockbridge
Silt loam
Farmington
Silt loam
Farmington -Rocky
Silt loam
Farmington -
Stockbridge
Loam -silt loam
Livingston
Silty clay
Limerick
Fine sandy loam
Vergennes
Silty clay loam
Permeability
Slow
Moderately slow
Moderate to
slow
Fair
Fair
Moderate
Very slow
Fair
Very slow
Limitations
for onsite
sewai7e system
Severe
Severe
Severe
Severe
Severe
Severe
Severe
Severe
Severe
Note: This table is an over -simplification. For more accu-
rate soils information refer to the U.S.D.A. Soil Conserva-
tion Service, Essex Junction,Vermont.
Complete and detailed soils studies have been prepared
for South Burlington, as contained in the Soil Conservation
Service's "Report on Soils in Chittenden County."
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CURRENT LAND USF
- SOUTH
EAST QUADRANT,:
Table 2
Percent of
No. of
Total
Quadrant
Average
Range in
Use
Parcels
Acreage
Acreape
lot size
lot size
Residential
lot less
than 1 acre
14
8.6
0.2
0.61
1.34-0.92
Residential
lot between
1 and 5 acres
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91.0
2.1
1.86
.1 -4.35
Residential
lot between
5 & 15 acres
13
89.9
2.1
6.84
5 -10
Residential
lot greater
than 15 acres
9
316.0
.7.4
35.2
15 - 87
Public or
quasipublic
5
15.6
0.3
--
Vacant or
undeveloped
30
644.4
15.1
--
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Farmland
25
3,116.6
1 72.8
TOTALS
145
49281.2
100.0
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NATURAL RESOURCE BASE - V
The natural resource base of South Burlington must be
protected, and all development must occur, insofar as pos-
sible, in harmony with requirements for the maintenance of
natural systems. These requirements do not relate simply to
questions of aesthetics; they are essential to our very exis-
tence. The quality of the air we breathe, the water we drink,
and the animal and plant life which support various ecosystems
are all dependent on a realistic, vigorous, and sustaLaed con-
cern for the integrity of the natural resource base.
CLIMATE
South Burlington's northerly latitude assures a variety
of weather and a vigorous, cool climate. The average annual
temperature is 45 degrees, the average winter temperature is
23 degrees, and the average summer temperature is 65 degrees.
The average annual frost free growing season of 145 days is
largely due to the moderating influence of Lake Champlain.
Because of its location between the�St. Lawrence Valley and
coastal storm tracks and the Lake Champlain effect, South
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Burlington is one of the cloudiest areas in the U. S. (an aver-
age of 199 cloudy days a year). Precipitatidn is well distri-
buted throughout the year and averages 32 inches annually, in
the form of rain and 70 inches annually, in the form of snow.
Because of a north -south alignment of the Champlain Valley,
between the Adirondacks and the Green Mountains, winds are
predominantly north -south in direction. Winds of damaging
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force are rare and occur mostly as thunderstorms. Smoke
pollution is almost non-existent since there is no heavy
concentration of industry, and the air is remarkably free
from contaminants of any kind. In spite of the high percen-
tage of cloudiness, periods of low ceilings and limited vis-
ibility are usually of short duration --the area has one of
the highest percentages of flying weather in New England.
The climate of South Burlington has numerous implica-
tions for planning considerations; most of these, however,
are indirect. The length of the growing season in this area,
plus the lack of sustained droughts, is distincly favorable
for both farming and home gardening.purposes. Figures, on
the probablity of intense rainfalls and heavy snow falls
with the resulting spring thaw, emphasize the value of pre-
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serving existing streams, drainageways, and swamps to accept
and disperse potentially hazardous runoff.
TOPOGRAPHY
j T The relief of South Burlington exhibits a variety of
topographic features," many of which are characteristic of
glaciated regions. The elevation varies from 95 feet above
f sea level on the Lake Champlain shore to 4?3 feet just north-
west of the Hinesburg and Van Sicklen Road intersection.
There are a number of hills or ridges with outstanding
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scenic views, as well as three large, relatively flat areas.
In addition there are numerous watercourses, which are tri-
butaries of Potash Brook, Muddy Brook, or the Winooski River,
characterized by gullies, ravines, wet areas,and swamps.
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The largest flat area in town includes the Airport and
extends west and south to Hinesburg Road and to Dorset Street.
The favorable soils and topography in this area, as well as
the existence of a major throughfare, explain its high density
of development. This flat area is drained by a network of
drainageways towards Potash Brook to the south and tributaries
of the Winooski to the north.
A second major flat area in town is located south of
Swift Street, extending southerly to the City line between
Spear Street and Dorset Street. This area has a large swamp
in its geographic center, which drains into Shelburne Pond,
a designated natural area. The westerly margin of this flat
area slopes gradually down to the Lake Champlain shore.
A third flat area is east of Hinesburg Road and north
of Van Sicklen Road. It contains a large swamp, which is
the source of Potash Brook.
There are five hills or ridges.in South Burlington:
(1) just south of Swift Estates and extending southward, a
short distance, (2) east of Dorset Street, directly across
from the water tower and also aligned in a north -south direc-
tion, (3) just north-west of the intersection of Hinesburg
and Van Sicklen Roads, (4) on Hinesburg Road just south of
the Interstate, and (5) along Old Farm Road.' All of these
higher areas are located on fagmland. Steep slopes, shallow
soils, and extensive bedrock outcroppings severely limit the
potential of these areas for intensive development. On the
other hand, the views of the Adirondacks and Green Mountains
from these high spots are unparalleled --an indication -of the
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value attached to these views is implicit in real estate
values in adjacent residential areas.
'1loodplains and wetlands are found in the lowlands near
rivers, streams, and drainaJeways in association with the
Winooski River, Potash Brook, Muddy Brook, and their tribu-
taries.
SOILS AP'D SURFICIAL GLOLOG'�
A knowledge of the characteristics and distribution of
different types of soils and surficial materials is a prere.q-
uisite to comprehensive planning. The inherent properties
of soils pose a distinct set of constraints and suitabilities
on the pattern and types of land uses on a particular site.
Sources and Types of Information
The Soil Conservation Service of the USDA has mapped
the distribution of soils throughout the entire city. The
SCS focuses on the uppermost 6 feet of terrain, with particu-
lar emphasis on the intrinsic characteristics of each soil
type for onsite sewage disposal and other land uses. The
SCS also provides interpretations of the suitability a:r
limitations of each soil type for various uses such as onsite
sewa-e disposal, farming, forestry, buildings with basements,
roads, etc.
.deological History
During the Ice Age, the Champlain Valley, and in fact,
all of New England, was covered by a glacier. Beneath, this
massive ice sheet, debris known as till Was desposited as a
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widespread veneer over much of the terrain. About 12,000-
13,000 years ago, the glacier dissipated in the Champlain
Valley; the ice melted first in the southern part of the
valley and gradually receded northward to the International
border. During the retreat of the ice, glacial gravels
were deposited by meltstreams along the lateral ice margins,
or on the flanks of the Champlain Valley. In front, or to
the south of the receding ice lobe, lay a large lake, in
which was deposited sediment similar to that found beneath
Lake Champlain today. As soon as the glacier retreated north
of Montreal, the Atlantic Ocean, which was then at a higher
level than much of the St. Lawrence lowland, flooded into the
Champlain Valley. This resulted in a salt water sea in the
Valley and the deposition of sediments similar to those
formed in the earlier lake. These deposits include offshore
bottom sediment, primarily silt and clay, and nearshore delta
and beach sands and gravels. The last event in the Valley
included reestablishment of Lake Champlain tributary streams.
These flowed in.valleys which were formed by ancient streams
long before the Ice Age. Associated with the streams are
'sand and gravel deposits in the various tributary valley
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bottoms. At different times in the past, sand dunes were
formed locally, generally near some of the old lake shorelines.
The soils of South Burlington vary from deep sands to
silts (silts are materials with particle sizes intermediate
between sands (coarse) and clays (fine)). These soils are
classified into 15-20 types by the S.C.S. For general dis-
cussion they may be placed into 4 broad categories, based on
their characteristics and origins: (1) till and bedrock, com-
prising 2 percent of the total land area, (2) deltas and old
beaches, comprising 45 percent, -0) alluvium, 1 percent, and
(4) offshore sediments, 52 percent.
Soils have a number of inherent properties, which in
conjunction with other considerations such as topography,
bedrock, geology, vegetation, and land use, furnish useful
guidelines in determining the best use of land. In South
Burlington today, U.S.D.A.-S.C.S. soils information is par-
ticularly germaine to future plans for undeveloped areas,
such as the Southeast Quadrant. In this area, for example,
all studies indicate a moderately high potential for farming
and a very low suitability for houses with onsite sewage
disposal. On the other hand, areas near the airport and
east of Route 7 near the horticultural farm have a low poten-
tial for farming and few limitations for housing.
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Bedrock Geology
The bedrocks underlying the Burlington region are primarily
sedimentary in origin. The most common rock type encamtdreol'
is dolomite. The South Burlington area is underlain in part
by the Bascom formation (limestone, dolomite, sandstone,
quartzite, limestone breccia, and sandy calcareous shales),
in part by the Cutting dolomite, in part by the Shelburne
marble, in part by the Clarendon Springs dolomite, in part
by the Danby formation (interbedded gray quartzite and dolo-
mite), in part by the Winooski dolomite and on the extreme
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west by the Monkton quartzite. These formations are oriented
in a generally north -south direction. Test borings indicate
substantial areas of bedrock very close to the surface and
numerous bedrock outcroppings.
The bedrock geology of South Burlington relates to
planning in two primary ways. First, shallow depth to
bedrock and presence of bedrock outcroppings dictate where
roads, leach fields, underground utility lines, and building
foundations should }l„ot go in order to avoid excessive con-
struction and maintenance costs. Second, underground water
bearing strata (aquifers), which supply many wells in South
Burlington, are frequently located in bedrock. The quantity
and quality of this groundwater must be maintained at least
as long as citizens rely on private wells for their domestic
supplies. The effects of development on recharge areas as
far as natural systems are concerned should also be borne
in mind.
Water Resources
The major water resources of South Burlington are evident
upon a simple examination of the City boundaries.. The city is
bounded by water on three sides: (1) the incomparable Lake
Champlain to the west, (2) the historic Winooski River to
the north, and (3) the scenic Muddy Brook to the east. In
addition, Potash Brook flows southwest through the City
directly into bake Champlain. The value of all these water
resources to the health, safety, recreation, and well-being
of the city, as well as the region, cannot be overemphasized.
Lake Champlain --South Burlington has 2.3 miles of lake
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shore and encompasses 727 acres of the Lake within its muni-
cipal boundaries. The Lake is used for transportation in
the summer and for recreation summer and winter. The Lake
is also the source of water for the Champlain Water District,
which supplies Burlington, South.Burlington, Winooski, Col-
chester, and Essex. Lastly, the Lake is the ultimate recipi-
ent of domestic wastes, both treated and otherwise.
Winooski River --The Winooski flows 5.5 miles along the
northern boundary of the City. It is used for power Genera-
tion and also accepts treated wastewater from the City sewage
plant. This stretch of the River provides a highly valuable
recreational area, particularly in the vicinity of the Gorge
and Floodplain.
Muddy Brook --Muddy Brook flows northward for a distance
of 5.7 miles along the City's eastern.boundary. It serves
as the sole outlet of Shelburne Pond, whose watershed ex-
tends into 4 substantial portion of the Southeast Quadrant.
Protection of its banks will provide a major link in the
proposed pedestrian trail system. ,
Potash Brook --Potash Brook has -its source within the
City limits and flows 6.4 miles southwesterly into Lake Cham-
plain. It is also a major link in the cross -county skiing
trail system. '
Other vital elements of South Burlington's water resources
include major swampy areas, flo,odplains, and intermittent
drainageways. These areas function as greenbelt areas and in
reducing flood hazards.
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Groundwater and Recharge Areas --Groundwater quality is
largely determined by the recognition and protection of re-
charge areas. Recharge, or the replenishment of groundwater
reservoirs (aquifers) generally involves the infiltration of
surface water downward into the aquifers. Tha process by which
an aquifer is recharged depends largely on the type of aquifer.
Several types of recharge processes may well be operating in
South Burlington including: (1) infiltration into till
uplands which have no fragipan, or impermeable layer, (2)
infiltration along streams, such as the Winooski River or
Potash Brook, where the water table adjacent to the streams
is deep, or where bedrock intersects the stream course, (3)
infiltration from Lake Champlain produced during nearshore
pumping operations adjacent to Shelburne Bay, and (4) removal
of groundwater for human consumption and its return to the
hydrologic cycle via individual septic systems. Since the
aquifers or;water reservoirs which supply many active wells
today are recharged by the above processes, it is of para-
mount importance to protect recharge areas from contamination.
Flooding --High water and ice damage pose a potential
threat to any new development along the lakeshore. The major
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floodplain of South Burlington ds the Winooski River "boot".
The exact limits of this area have been delineated by the
State Department of Water Resources., There is also a signi-
ficant amount of land susceptible to flooding in the vicinity
of Muddy Brook. In all these flood prone areas, the generally
high water table plus the flooding hazard preclude the develop-
ment of permanent structures or septic systems.
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Finally, the swamps, drainageways, and intermittent
streams all help, during periods of high flood hazard, to
divert and spread out the floodwaters and avert damage in
heavily developed areas.
The surface and groundwater -resources of South Burlington
are a priceless resource, but, at the same time are vulnerable
to deterioration. The consequences of damage to these re-
sources are manifold, ranging from simply aesthetic to matters
of community health.
VEGETATI ON
The consideration of trees and shrubs is essential to
land use planning not only because they contribute to widely
recognized amenities of living, but more importantly, they
are instrumental in the maintenance of a variety of natural
cycles.
The forest cover within the City limits is generally
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sparse. In the more highly developed areas, the preservation
of existing trees and shrubs, as well as the planting of new
ones is necessary for improvement of the City's aesthetics
and air quality. In the vicinity of the Airport and between
neighborhoods or different districts, existing vegetation serves
as a sound and visual buffer. Trees, shrubs,, and other soil
cover prevent erosion of topsoil and sedimentation of streams,
rivers and Lake Champlain.
The most heavily forested areas in South Burlington are
owned by the City, the high school, or the University of
Vermont and are used for recreational or educational purposes.
Other heavily forested areas include the numerous gulliesl
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swamps, and drainageways scattered throughout the City.
Since soils in the last remaining contiguous tract of open
land (the Southeast Quadrant) are intrinsically more suited
for agriculture than forestry, woodland in the Southeast
Quadrant is characteristically in relatively small woodlots,
either in excessively drained uplands, very poorly drained
lowlands, or along fencelines. These existing wooded areas
perform their greatest service as climate modifiers, water-
sheds, and scenic land dividers.
Imagining South Burlington without any trees, or looking
at the cost of replacing mature trees may help to put into
perspective a resource that is too frequently taken for
granted. The establishment of a n„ vinrn+i„
and Beautification by the South Burlington Natural Resource
Committee is evidence of an increased awareness of the value
of this natural resource.
NATURAL AREAS
South Burlington has 5 sites which are of such signifi-
cance that they have been included in a New England survey of
natural areas, conducted by Dr. Hubert Vogelmann and Dr.
Philip Wagner under the auspices of the Vermont Natural Re-
sources Council,
Spear Street Sand Dune Field --This site is an example
of Pleistocene "fossil" sand dunes, associated with the Cham-
plain Sea about 109000-121000 years ago. The occurence of
this phenomenon is rather rare and the report of the VNRC
states that the site is in need of physical management to
maintain its unique state and is threatened with destruction
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within 5 years. These dunes are considered to be signi-
ficant on both the local and state levels. The site is in
private ownership.
Red Rocl�s Point --This site exhibits rock outcrops and
glacial erosional features with above average visual impact
and of local and state significance. The area is considered
(by the VNRC) to be safe from destruction indefinitely as it
is in public ownership and cherished as a unique natural area.
East Woods --This 40 acre parcel has an old age stand of
hardwoods with some groves of huge hemlock and red pines. A
great variety of shrubs including viburnums and dogwoods
occur here along with a rich herbaceous flora. This type
of forest is considered to be rare and is of local, regional,
and state importance. It is owned by the University of Vermont.
In April 1971 the Board of Trustees adopted a resolution desig-
nating East Woods a Natural Area.
Centennial Pine Woods --This 40 acre forest site
consists of old age softwoods dominated by white pine,`red
pine, and hemlocks. Hardwoods characterized by red maple
make up the understory. Forests such as this are not un-
common. It is considered to be of,local, regional, and state
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importance. It is owned by the University. It was designated
a natural area by the University Board of Trustees in April
1971.
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village and artifact site are located on this land. This
site has broad significance but is threatened with destruc-
tion in the near future.
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Kennedy Drive Natural Area-- This 36.1 acre parcel
is located at the northwest side of Kennedy Drive and
is, part of the so-called Fitzsimmons property. Potash
Brook runs through this land and there are also many
natural springs causing a swampy area. Forest cover
contains white pine, and some mixture of hemlock, elm,
and red maple. This site is immediately contiguous to
a natural area already owned by the city. Any damage
to the ecological balance of this land could have seri-
ous effect on the natural area which the city owns.
The site was listed as a Natural Area in "South Burling-
ton Natural Resource Inventory, September 1967."
A large part of the soil consists of the Enosburg-
Whatley and Limerick series. These soils are poorly
drained, generally unstable, and have severe limitations
for any type of development.
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RECOMMENDATIONS
(1) All floodplains should be zoned for flooding and
compatible uses.
(2) All swamps, wetlands; lakeshore, streambanks, and
drainageways should be zoned to prevent building or other
intensive uses.
(3) Scenic lookouts should be provided for pedestrians
on the summit of ridges and hills.
(4) Stream sources and watersheds should be protected
to prevent pollution of the lakes they flow into.
(5) U.S,D.A., Soil Conservation Service guidelines
concerning soil suitabilities should be followed in all land
use planning and development approval.
(6) The protection and maintenance of all agricultural
land should be encouraged.
(7) Recharge areas should be protected from develop -
went and onsite sewage disposal to prevent contamination of
groundwater quality and domestic wells.
(8) 'The lakeshore should be zoned to prevent erosion,
contamination, to preserve aesthetic values, and to provide
public access for recreation.,
(9) South Burlington should cooperate with the Winooski
River Park District in planning for access to and preserva-
tion of the Winooski River area through such measures as
fee simple acquisition, easements and zoning.
(10) Streams should be tested for salt content and if
necessary, measures should be prescribed to curtail winter
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use of salt on highways.
(11) All requests for land use variances which relate
to soil and water regulations should be reviewed by the
Natural Resources Committee.
(12) Cnsite sewage disposal should be permitted only
on suitable soils and in conformance with Vermont Health
Department regulations.
(13) A detailed tree inventory should be established
and all forested areas should be preserved and protected
for aesthetic and ecological reasons with a tree ordinance.
(11+) With the assistance of the County Forester, a
municipal arboretum should be established and a tree plant-
ing program instituted.
(15) The Natural Resources Committee should be re-
quested to make further studies of methods to protect our
natural resource base and make recommendations to the Plan-
ning Commission.
(16): Shelburne Pond is described in the Vermont Natural
Resource Council report No. l as -an extremely important
natural area. Since the Shelburne Pond watershed extends
far into South Burlington, Shelburne Pond tributaries should
be protected from contamination or destruction.
4 (17) All natural resource areas identified by the
University of Vermont Board of Trustees, the South Burling-
ton Natural Resources Committee,,the Vermont Resources
Research -Center, those listed in this chapter, and the
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Vermont Natural Resources Council should be protected by
designation, purchase or zoning.
SOURCES
(1) "Soil Interpretations for Planning," by Chittenden
County Natural Resources Technical Team, 1968.
(2) U.S.D.A., S.C.C. soil survey, maps and interpretations.
(3) "Report on Sewerage and Sewage Disposal for South
Burlington, Vermont, June 1961,11 by Charles A. Maguire and
Associates.
(�+) Environmental Associates Report
August 1973•
(5) "Environmental Geology of the Champlain Valley,"
by W. P. Wagner, in Lake Champlain Basin Studies, July 1972.
(6) "Environmental Geology of Milton, Westford, and
Underhill, Vermont, " by John C. Mullen, November 1972.
(7) "Soils" by F.O. Sargent and Bruce G. Watson, Report
No. 41 Lake Champlain Basin Studies, 1970.
(8) "Climate of Burlington, Vermont," Vermont Agricul-
tural Experiment Stati6n, MP53, October 1968.
(9) "Natural Resource Inventory," by Chittenden County
Natural Resource Technical Team, September 1967.
(10) "Proposed Conservation -Recreation Plgn," by South
Burlington Natural Resources Committee, 1968.
(11) Vermont Natural Resources Council Natural Areas
survey, 1973•
(12) "Natural Areas in Vermont,11 by H. W. Vogelmann,
Report No, 19 Vermont Resources Research Center, June, 1964.
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CHAPTER VI - LAKE CHAM PLAIN
The greatest natural asset of South Burlington is the
12,000 feet of shoreline on Lake Champlain and the 727 acres
of water within the city boundary. With the exception of two
small neighborhoods, most of the shore is privately owned and
undeveloped.
The exception is Red Rocks Park which the city purchased
in 1970. This 80 acre site has extremely fragile soil and is
very heavily wooded. The elevation from the lake goes to 260
feet at the summit and while the city owns 4,700 feet of shore,
the only access to the waters of Lake Champlain are from a 700
linear foot strip of beach on the southeast shore. The rest
of the shoreline is compeletly inaccessible as the waters come
right up to the rocky escarpments. The present beach is approx-
imately 25 feet in depth depending on the water level of the lake,
and this will be inadequate if the community grows at the estimated
rate in the next ten years.
Parking lots have been -laid out and a bathhouse and sani-
tary facility will be completed next year. However, because of
soils, woodso wildflowers, small animal and bird population, ex-
tensive recreational development would destroy an irreplaceable
natural area. The beach will be used for swimming and the other
sections of the park are devoted to nature trails and picnic sites.
LAKE CHAMPLAIN RECREATION AREA
Lake Champlain is public water owned in common by the citi-
zees of South Burlington, and in order for the lake to serve the
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needs of those citizens, we must provide access to it.
We propose to develop, over the next ten years, a Lake ,
Champlain Recreation Area. Red Rocks Park is the beginning.
The city should acquire the so-called "Allenwood Estate" and
the so-called "South Beach" properties. These acquisitions
would compliment Red Rocks and provide access to the waters
of the lake.
PLAN FOR ALLENWOOD ESTATE
It is proposed that the recreational development of Allen-
wood conform to the environmental concept of development. The
facilities will be planned for the uses for which they are ob-
viously and naturally suited: (1) swimming, (2) boating, (3)
fishing, and nature appreciation;
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Bathing Beach - This will be -located on either side of the ex-
isting boathouse. The beach will be approximately 850 feet
long. The sand will be protected from washing by a groin on
the south end. At present the beach area is stony. Stones will
be removed to provide for construction of the groin and sand will
be brought in to improve the facility. The present boathouse
can serve as a bathhouse if dressing rooms are constructed off
each side. The upper part of the boathouse will be used as an
observation deck.
Marina - A marina will be developed for sailboats and motorboats,
and will consist of slips and catwalks in a small protected har-
bor away from the swimming area. A launching ramp with parking
facilities will be provided. The present yacht clubhouse could
serve as a community center.
Fishing; Pier - The western boundary , of the marina will serve as
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a fishing pier. Fishing could also be allowed from the boat-
house deck in off seasons.
Nature Trail - A walking trail for relaxation and nature study
will be laid out, running through the wooded slopes, along the
lakeshore and along Potash Brook., The woods and differences
in elevation provide impromptu picnic spots in attractive
natural settings.
Formal Gardens - The site of the formal garden, which was an
original feature of the Allenwood Estate, can be redeveloped
by schools, garden clubs, or other interested groups.
PLAN FOR SOUTH BEACH
Acquisition and development of this area for public use
will take the pressure off the proposed Allenwood and present
Red Rocks area and might provide a small source of income for
park maintenance.
Pedestrian Trails - These might eventually link up with Allen.
wood and could provide picnic areas.
Trailer camp sites - An open meadow 15 to 20 feet above the
beach can be laid out for camp sites, and the fees charged would
provide a small revenue to the community.
j Tennis and other tame courts - The meadow area would also be
suitable for laying out tennis courts. It is relatively flat
and unwooded.
The Beach - This can provide swimming and boat launching for
canoes and other small non -motorized boats.
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EXISTING NEIGHBORHOODS
Those neighborhoods already on the lake will not be
disturbed or compromised, and are not included in the Lake-
shore zoning. Implementation of the recreation plan will
be designed around these communities to enhance their en-
vironment.
ACQUISITION
A previous bond issue to purchase Allenwood several
years ago was passed by a majority but was defeated at the
polls. By law, at that time, a two-thirds majority was neces-
sary and did not carry. A large majority of voters approved
purchase of Red Rocks, and ballot items for purchase of neigh-
borhood parks have received good support from the community.
Should Allenwood. or South Beach come on the market for pur-
chase, we recommend immediate negotiation with the owners.
METHODS OF ACQUISITION: One or a combination of the following
methods can be used.
(1) Purchase with B.O.R. funds plus a municipal bond issue.
(2) Purchase by the Vermont Fish and Game Department.
(3) Purchase by the State of Vermont for a Lake Champlain
State Park.
(1+) Purchase by the federal government for a Lake Champlain
National Park.
(5) Possible exchange of development rights to other sites
in South Burlington with the city acting as the second
party.
(6) Legal preferential tax assessments or development rights
agreements to keep the land undeveloped.
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LAKE CHAMPLAIN C01MMITTEE
We recommend that the Planning Commission appoint a
special subcommittee to investigate and pursue all sources
of revenue and methods of acquisition and contact any govern-
mental bodies that might assist in bringing the Lake Cham-
plain Recreation Area into being. There are several pri-
vate organizations that are very active in Lake Champlain
preservation and the subcommittee should have representa-
tion on thoseorganizations. When the sites become available
for purchase, the community must be ready to act.
SOILS OF THE LAKESHORE AREA
South Burlington has a complete soil study of the lake -
shore on file at City Hall. A detailed review of soils between
the railroad tracks and the Lake Champlain shoreline was made
by Vermont State Soil Scientist, Bruce G. Watson, August i+ and
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mission. There are a variety of soil mixtures and detailed
information can be obtained from the report. The following
is a general summary:
Elmwood and Ver ennes - Both soils have severe limitations
for conventional onsite septic tank systems. The percolation
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rate was about 60 minutes per inch when the soil was satura-
ted and
literally
zero in some
areas.
_Patiton - This
clayey
soil has
a perched
water table
at or
near the surface.
In
August there are wet spots of above ground water. Elmwood
on hinder or steeper slopes - Clay underlying this soil will
hinder downward movement of water -and effluent may sgep
out on the hillside of steeper slopes. This soil is not
suitable for onsite sewage disposal by present methods. 60-
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Most of these soils have a rating of severe for septic systems
mainly because of the impermeable clay that is present through-
out the area. Clayey lake -laid sediments underlies to generally
within 3 feet of the surface, even in the old lake beach areas.
Another important consideration is that most of the land
slopes toward Lake Champlain or toward drainageways that drain
into the lake. Experience within the City of South Burlington
and elsewhere indicates that conventional design and construc-
tion of onsite sewage disposal on these soils does not satisfy
minimum health standards. Development of the area and removal
of trees and vegetation will produce run-off into the lake and
erosion of soils.
If Allenwood and South Beach do not become available for
acquisition, or if voter approval'is not obtained to implement
the above recommendations, we propose a second plan.
1. All new roads leading in,the direction of Lake Champlain
will be extended to the lake to provide
public access to the water..
2. If development takes place, a►15% dedication of lake frontage
when possible will be -required from the developer.
3. All new housing shall be on municipal sewer and water lines.
4. Density of residential use shall be one building on one acre.
5. 'Any development over 10 acres shall be.of cluster design.
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CHAPTER VII - RECREATION PLAN
A city of ten thousand people which is Crowing as
rapidly as South Burlington must provide and plan ahead
for a variety of recreational needs. We should imple-
ment the proposed pedestrian trail system and provide
additional planning for cross-country skiing, snowshoe-
ing, hiking, bicycling and horseback riding. Because of
our proximity to a large body of water, we have provided
recommendations for water related activities in Chapter VI -
"Lake Champlain." We must also provide for more active and
intense uses such as baseball, softball, hockey, arts and
crafts, football, soccer, and tennis. We must recognize
the recreational potential of some of our natural resources
and make them available for public appreciation. Because
of poor planning in -the past, we must now acquire land for
neighborhood parks to relieve congestion and provide re-
creation for young children in high density neighborhoods.
INVENTORY OF EXISTING AREAS
COMMUNITY PARKS:
J.C. Park - Z acres -- This park has a variety of
indoor and outdoor facilities -- a baseball field, a basket-
ball court, and tables and grills for family picnics.
There is a summer program for "Exceptional Children" and
Good use is made of the playground equipment. The "O'Brien
Civic Center" building has rest rooms, a kitchen, a meeting
M.
room and storage facilities. A Senior Citizens group and
various clubs and private organizations hold meetings in
this building.
Mayfair Park Woods - 11.5 acres -- This is a natural
area which abuts an additional 22 acres owned by the city.
It is suitable for walking and cross-country skiing. A
section ties into the pedestrian trail system. Potash
Brook and smaller tributaries flow through the heavy woods.
There are small animals and birds in abundance. Deer tracks
are often sighted. A colony of beavers have impounded a
large section of Potash Brook and this has attracted mi-
gratory birds, as well as water feeding birds that had
never visited the area before. The_park needs attention
to preserve it in a natural state.
Hir,h School Nature Laboratory 25 acres -- This
land is owned by the School District and used by science
classes as an outdoor laboratory. It is a natural area
which has suffered greatly from vandalism.
Red Rocks Park and Beach - 80 acres -- The city pro-
vides swimming and swim instruction programs on the 700
foot beach. A bathhouse and sanitary facilities are being
constructed. Most of the promontory is in a natural area
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and can be used for hiking, picnicing, and nature study.
This park is more fully described in'Chapter VI - Lake
Champlain."
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Farrell Park - 23 acres -- This park needs a master
plan prepared. At present, there is a little league
baseball field, and a regulation baseball field is under
construction. Much of the land is wooded. During the
winter, this area is used for cross-country skiing and
snowshoeing.
SCHOOL RECREATION AREAS:
High _School and Middle School Complex - J5 acres --
There are two gymnasiums, a track, and football, field
hockey, soccer, and baseball fields. An application
has been submitted to B. 0. R. for funds to develop three
tennis courts. The High School and Middle School are
used for evening Adult Education Courses. These courses
are mainly in the arts and crafts area and the Industrial
Arts shops and Home Economic facilities receive heavy
extra -school use. A small public library shares the
High School library space and overcrowds an already in-
adequate facility.
Chamberlain School - 10 acres -- This school has a
small baseball field, a small gymnasium, and playground
equipment. This site should be planned for more intensive
uses such as tennis and ice skating.
Central School- 12.4 acres -- This school has play-
ground equipment, three tennis courts, a softball field,
a gymnasium, and an ice skating rink.
Orchard School - 13 acres. -- This school has one
tennis court, a ballfield, playground equipment, ice
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skating rink, and a gymnasium.
NEIGHEOPECOD PARKS
The acquisition of neighborhood parks has just begun
in South Burlington and has received good support from the
community at the polls. In the future, as large develop-
ments are approved, the 15% open space provision of Title
24 should be exercised in light of our total recreational
needs in the city.
Red Rocks Park - 80 acres -- This is a community
park, but it also serves as a neighborhood park for the
Queen City Park residents.
Farrell Park - 2� acres -- This is also a community
park. It serves as a neighborhood park for the Hadley Road -
Proctor Avenue residents and the Laurel Hill neighborhoods.
A walkway is needed from the Laurel Hill -Brewer Parkway
area to Farrell Park.
Potter Property - 7.5 acres -- This area serves
Twin Orchards and both Laurel Hill neighborhoods. It is
to be dedicated to the city by the developer.
I- National Life Greenbelt - 12.9 acres -- This will
also serve the Twin Orchard and Laurel Hill Neighborhoods.
It is to be dedicated to the city by the developer.'
Country Club Estates - 4,6 acres -- This recreation
area belongs to the Homeowners' Association and is private.
There is a small swimming pool, two tennis courts, skating
rink, and a ball field.
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2`ayfair Park - 11.5 acres -- A natural areas that
serves the neighborhoods of (Mayfair Park, Prouty Parkway,
Woodcrest-Dean development, and nearby apartment complexes.
It also serves as a walkway from the High School to the
Williston Road neighborhoods.
Garvey Property - 7.4 acres -- This parcel has al-
ready received federal funding. It serves Mills Avenue,
Suburban Square, and airport area neighborhoods.
Dumont Property - 8,� acres -- This area serves
Iby Street, Barrett Street, and other Hinesburg Road
neighborhoods. It also serves a large apartment complex.
An application for funding has been submitted to B. 0. R.
DeGraff Property-- 12.6 acres -- This area serves
Kirby Road, Clover Street, Richard Terrace and the Patchen
Road neighborhoods. It is also accessible to the Airport
Parkway area. A funding application has been submitted to
B. 0. R.
J.C. Park - 7 acres -- This is a community park but
it also serves Patchen Road, White Street, and Williston
Road areas as a neighborhood park.
University -of -Vermont, Land - 5.1 acres -- The city
has a $1.00 annual lease on this land off Patchen Road.
We have permission to developla . a playing field, but most
of the site is wooded.
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RECO;NIENDATIONS FOR NEIG;i:r_OR?OOD PARKS:
(1) A survey of neighborhoods should be initiated
before July 11 1974 to determine preferences for use or
development of the neighborhood parks. It is not our
intention to destroy the natural qualities existing on
these sites, but neighborhoods have specific needs which
must be respected. Parks can also provide a facility
to draw people together. If these parks are not used,
and are not supervised, they could become dumping grounds
or subjects of vandalism. The survey should determine
if the neighborhood residents want picnic tables and
cook -out facilities; tot lots with swings, slide, see-
saw, etc.; skiing, sledding or tobogannin g where suitable;
ice skating or hockey practise ponds; or tennis or basket-
ball courts. These suggestions require a small amount
of funding for site work or clearing and a small outlay
for equipment. The city or local service organizations
could do the initial work, but the homeowners in the
area should form neighborhood associations to police and
maintain these parks. Active participation of parents
trains children to respect public property and take pride
in its upkeep.
(2) School property should be investigated for
additional recreational use and the Superintendent of
Schools should be consulted to determine their recrea-
tional problems and needs.
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(3) The Recreation Committee, the Recreation Director,
and the Natural Resource Committee should physically sur-
vey these park sites to determine their best use.
OTHER ;:A10R RECC:v ✓17 �TDATIONS
GARDENING:
A consequence of urbanization'and congestion has
been the loss of opportunity for people to have a kitchen
garden. Public gardening in our neighboring city has been
very successful. Gardening provides exercise, education,
recreation, sociability, and food. It is recommended that
garden plots be set aside in neighborhood parks for fami-
lies that request them. Hi€hway Department equipment could
be adapted to initially prepare the soil. If the program
receives support, the city could investigate leasing land
in the Southeast Quadrant if additional land is needed.
THE WINOOSKI RIVER:
The Winooski River is -the northern boundary of South
Burlington. There are two distinct reaches: (1) the gorge
reach from the power dam eastward to the vicinity of the
Old Lime Kiln which is exceptionally scenie,.and (2) the
reach from Lime Kiln eastward to the confluence of Muddy
Brook at the northeast corner of the city limits which is
suitable for flat water canoeing.
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Winoos{ci Gorge - South Burlington Section
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The followinG plan for the �Jinooski was formulated
by the South Burlington Natural Resource and Recreation
Corunittees. The Winooski GorGe Plan is an element of the
Winooski Park Proposal which has been adopted by the
Chittenden County Regional Planning Co. -..mission and the
Winooski River Park District. ine Winooski River Park
District is an organization of communities along the river
hoping to provide access to the Winooski waters.
The Winooski Gorge Plan consists of four parts:
(1) Canoe Access -- The Gorge reach of the Winooski
is highly valued by the small number of canoeists who are
capable of finding their way into and out of the waters.
Improved access will rake the precipitous cliffs, caves,
and rare botanical species (see "Rare Plants of the Winooski
River" by Leopold Charette) available to a larger circle of
citizens. A log boom across the river, above the dam and
just below the railroad bridge, will provide added safety.
The Muddy Brook reach should have canoe and rowboat access
for flat water canoeing and fishing. A pedestrian trail
can provide better access.
(2) Pedestrian trails -- River bank '� pedestrian trails
are part of the South Burlington Trail System Plan, and
would provide scenic access to the gorge. The Muddy Brook
section would provide nature study access. The trail
should have easy to moderate grading for walking, snow -
shoeing, skiing, and scenic viewing.
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(3) inree are planned, (1) gust
east of the Lire iCil:� r id;;e approach in a grove of trees
on a high bank, (2) a -promontory of rocks at a bend in
the river overlooking the dam and looking up into the
gorge, and (3) an area in the :ruddy gook reach.
(1+) Scenic Overloo'�s -- These will be provided along
the trail and in some areas might require safety devices
such as guard rails.
Parking and facilities -- As the Winooski Park Pro-
posal is developed, picnic tables and trash receptacles
can be placed at the picnic sites. Parking can take place
off existing roads at a short distance from the river
access. Eventually sanitary facilities could be provided
near the parking area.
PEDESTRIAN TRAILS:
Planning was begun in 1969 by the South Burlington
Natural Resource Committee. Extensive descriptions of the
proposed trail systems are available at City Hall in book-
lets entitled "South Burlington Trail System" and 1114.ni-
Plan for the Southeast Quadrant." They generally follow
natural streams and drainageways and stay close to property
boundary lines. They can be used for hiking and picnicing
in summer and for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing in
winter. Whenever possible, the trails use land already
owned by the city, but implementation has been delayed
since easements crossing private property must be obtained,
and in some cases purchase will be required. The Trail 72
System will be extended as the city acquires more land
through the 15;!, dedications. A. brief descrip-
tion of the various trails follows:
U-oper Potash Tra: l -- 11jais trail runs 1.3 miles
from the corner of Williston Road and :;ennedy Drive, paral-
leling Kennedy Drive, aiid then south to the High School.
Potash Erook Trail -- This trail beZins at Dorset
Street on the south side of the interstate and goes to
Spear Street. It then runs along the west side of Spear
Street, goes downhill at the U.V.M. farm, follows Potash
Brook into U.V.M.'s East Woods. It then climbs from the
south side of Potash Brook and generally takes a westerly
direction to the telephone company parking lot.
Sgl.ft Street - Allen Road Trail -- This trail starts
at Swift Street either through Farrell �? ark or opposite
the East Woods entrance. It runs parallel to Spear Street,
and then either north along the Nowland Farm, or south
through the National Life Property, to Allen Road.
Muddy Brook --Boyer Quarry -- This trail runs through
open fields in the Southeast Quadrant; then through a 36
acre woods on the south side of Boyer Quarry and generally
around in a large circle back to Van Sicklen Road.
RECONIU11ENDATIONS FOR PEDESTRIAld TRAILS:
iThe City Manager should continue to obtain easements
wherever possible. Brush and logs must be cleared and
some foot bridges built on the Upper Potash Trail. Also
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easeauents should ba ne7otiatcd across t e i itzsi:wmons prop-
e� may. Lrush mnust be cleared cn t:Ie 61,eoloc;t and 1 ational
Life property and foot bridles built across ravines on the
Swift -Allen Trail. . Gates on soi:,e pasture fences should be
negotiated for. A pedestrian ,,,al ' -,,,;ay is needed through
the culvert under the lnters`,ate 789 to allow link -up
between the north and south trails.
BICYCLE PATHS:
Recommendations are Lade in "Chapter a - Transporta-
tion" for bikeways throughout the city, and methods of pre-
paring existing highways for bicycle use are included.
MANOR RE=, kTION PROJECTS:
Various community organizations concerned with ath-
letics and participatory sports have brought forth proposals
for major recreation facilities such as a hockey rink or
swimming pool. Both types of facilities can also be used
for intermural athletic participation by High school and
Middle School students as well as for family type recreation.
Land and construction of such facilities would require
major capital outlays as well as extensive costs for mainten-
ance. Existing park land or city owned property should be
considered as well as a possible new site for a recreation
complex. Any question of priorities in the community should
be placed before the voters at a municipal election or an
attitude survey should be conducted prior to any serious con-
sideration for a ballot item, asking preferences such as:
"Would you rather have (1) an additional beach area, (2) a
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swimming pool, (3 ) a hockey : in!c, or (4) any other prefer-
ence. "
The City Council should a special co=nitte
to investigate exis inC or new sites, determine community
priorities, and study other surveys or recommendations made
by the School District or the Recreation Cozn iittee. T,ne
special committee should be composed of a member of the City
Council, a member of the Natural Resources Committee, a member
of the Planning Commission, the Recreation Director, and the
Superintendent of Schools.
Specific proposals should be drawn up for planning
purposes, and cost estimates, experiences of area communi-
ties, relationships to school programs, and estimated pupil
growth in the next five years should be considered.
This committee should also investigate the feasibility
of either a community center for school and public use, or
a community athletic center. Possible sites for single or
combined uses of major proposals should be considered.
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RECREATION CONSERVATION
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RacKLri;?o Area
Stream or drainapeway
Swamp or wetland
Existing park or recreation arty
Proposed park
Proposed pedestrian trail
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SOUTII DURLINCTON PLANNING CONINIISSION
For several years there has been talk of a "co;.uilulnity
center" in South Ear1i:,Sto:Z. Co=.unity center means dif-
ferent thins to different people.
l�lHAT ARC, r'H Ci_ Y a S '
Three types of facilities should be considered.
(1) 2-;uniciaal Ga-'Ternment Center V ich would include
a City Hall, Fire Station, Police Station and public hearing
room.
(2) Ccmmuni_ty Rccrcatlon Center which would include
facilities for various sports, swimming pool, hockey rink,
and parking for spectators.
(3) Community Social Center which could contain a
Public Library, meeting rooms, arts and crafts shop, sum-
mer recreation program facility, or teen center.
Any of the above centers would require extensive
capital outlay, and"it is necessary to combine some of
these uses (as we are doing nor to some extent) by sharing
facilities for city and school needs. It is necessary to
estimate and consider our future needs to prevent duplica-
tion of facilities.
The city has land under option for a new City Hall
and this could include a Public Library or a small auditor-
ium. Future additions to the High School could include a
teen center or expanded arts and crafts facilities. 77
A ccu:.7iun--' ty r cc eat -on center , because of t::e ,;eo-
-ra_,hie division of ti-e city, could ro;, c,e located so
that it is easily acccssib l c to e`.'`r`jo ne. The sil tes the
city already owe, s Should be carefully e.:amined to deter-
mine if active recreational foci lities can also be
located in neiZhbor:.00d parks. A balance should be
maintained to serve the nu:mbe: of people in a given
locality.
?•;:-SAT TS THE CITY Is it geographic, popula-
ticn density, municipal buildings, accessibility to trans-
portation, near services such as sewers, or within walking
distance for the majority of people?
Population:
The South Fnd or Shelburne Road area has approximately
2,,91+3 people and about 1�6 acres of recreation land includ-
ing the' school land.
The Yorth Did or Williston Road area has approximately
6,569 people and about Z acres of recreation land includ-
ing the elementary schools.
Nearest to the geographic center on Dorset Street,
Spear Street, Swift Street and Hinesburg Road there are
about r„�0 people.
The 65 acres of the HiL-,h School -:`.fiddle School complex
serve all areas of the community.
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City Hall, Fire and P ollce Stations, Sanitary landfill,
:7igh;ray Department, Se;tia�e Treatment Plant, a 535 acre
regional airport, and our proposed :industrial park are
all located in the area of the hichest population. ine
north end also has the traffic problems associated with
the University of Vermont dormfl. ;,ory complex and sports
complex.
The south end has a sewage treatment plant and the
proposed Co=unity Correctional Facility.
It is apparent that the population center is also the
municipal service center, and that the available recrea-
tion lands are not balanced in favor of the heaviest
population densities.
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It is e:c..t ecreation(1) ..=
Lcard be for: ed cons;._" r. Z o-n one of -,.e City C cil
o u,
one e: ber of the Pn Cc,r ,yss4on, the Recreation Director,
%:ie uuyer in V t r:den' of uC..00l_ and a of the Recrea-
tion Co='ittee. 1is iS an extension of the special com-
mittee and tirould revye-,r all propo.:,a _ of other city com-
mittees, coordinate recommendations, and implement the
Recreation Plan.
(2) The bicycle pathway Proposal in the Transporta-
tion Plan should be implemented.
(3) There should be continued implementation of the
Pedestrian Trail System.
(4) We should continue our support and cooperation with
the Winooski River Park District to implement the Winooski
River and 'rinooski Gorge Plans.
(5) Site surveys should be made of existing park lands
by the Recreation Committee and Recreation Director to
determine their suitability for recreational development,
using the inventory in the Comprehensive Plan.
(6) A survey of nei hborhood residents should be made
as to preferential use and development of eighborhood parks,
using any recommendations that might surface from the site
survey report.
(7) The special committee for the Lake Champlain
Recreation Area should report to the Recreation Board and
Special consideration. be riven to priorities for capital
expenditures.
(8) Idl recommendations sh ould be reviewed and com-
bined into a 41Planned Recreational Development Pror-rami'
and Wade part of this Co m- r ehen;,ive Plan.
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'hc acst .c;:,i,cs of a:;y d� o-,c nd first on its
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natural s e t t i and scco;;d on ; a:.1s �: _position on that
natural scttir�g.
At One storn entrance to South Purlington, as you
drive through the jug handle, t:ere is a magnificent vista
O :;GL:7t i•rZ-.. ilal.t?ias t,'le :7=i.E.tSt -. c31: 1.ri the Green mountain
chain. This view can also be seen between houses on Spear
Street and East Terrace and from the University of Vermont
Campus.
Lake Champlain lies along our western boundary and
separates Vermont from New Fork State and the lofty peaks
of the Adirondack chain. QZ a drive into the Southeast
Quadrant along riinesbur- Road, Dorset Street, and Spear
Street there are sightings of both mountain chains and
views of the lake across gently rolling countryside.
The beach at Red Rocks is the only place the public
can look across the waters of Shelburne Pay. The only
view of the broad lake is from the promontory at Red Rocks
Park. The city is very fortunate in ol-ming Red Rocks since
the rest of the shoreline of Lake Champlain is privately
owned. .
The Winooski River and the Gorge can be seen from
highway bridges. There is also a fine view of the lush
Winooski flood plain from the public road.
In this Comprehensive Plan, we have made proposals
to preserve some of these views and make them more acres- 82
sible to the public with Pedosirian Trail Systems, the Lake
C:.a,;,plain Park i roposal, reco:.: a::cstions for scenic turn -outs
on Spear and Dorset Streets, and the Idi::ooski River Gorge
Plan. We hope to accor.plish this with a minimum disturbance
to those private indivie:uals t; :o v.,•n access to our scenic views.
„an's imposition on the aesthetics of this community
have resulted in cornnercial strip development with immoder-
ate signs, trees replaced by paver:c:.t, natural streams and
watercourses bulldozed into back lot drainame ditches, fes-
toons of telephone, electric power, and television cables,
and grid residential develo�:� ent with no open space provision.
The citizens of South Burlington have become increasing-
ly aware of the impact of unplanned and uncontrolled devel-
opment on the aesthetics of the community.
in June, 1973 South Burlington passed a "Sign Ordinance"
which restricts the height, dimensions, site location and
aesthetics of any new sign proposed in the community through
the Guidance of a Sign Review Board. The Ordinance also
prohibits unnecessary advertisements and encourages business
to promote aesthetic concepts. There is a provision to have
all existin7 signs eventually conform to the new provisions
in the ordinance.
Our proposed "Zoning Ordinance" will examine all
future development under the site plan roview process and
will require: (1) setback fre hig:�:ays, (2) control of
existing tree removul, (3) buffer zones and Ureenbelts,
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1a :::sczp= c� u_ :area h .larnin— Commission
control, and, (5) rae . .,c ..t of a pe-for,-za�nce bond to insure
compliance.
The new ordinance also sets up a Conservation Zone to
protect streams, strean bars, etlan ds, wildlife habitats,
and other natural resources. It encourages cluster design
of new development that can satisfy housir.3 needs, enhaznce
the natural amenities of the site, provide for common open
land, and at the same time lower building costs. The Planned
Unit Development (Pu-D-) pro -Motes better land use and more
control of site develo-ment by the Planning Commission.
We encourage implementation of the "public utilities
corridor" concept by wr:ieh power lines, telephone cables,
water lines, sewer Systems, and gas mains are planned into
the highway or railway ri hts-of-way and buried in a common
corridor. We recommend that all fut-ar
o telephone and power
lines be buried at the time of development and that all
existing lines be buried as soon as feasible.
High voltage transmission lines present special .
problems. The South Darlington Natural Resource Committee
has drawn up criteria for location and design of future
power lines and ri ;.its -of -,.:ay. The new ULCO transmission
line has been routed in accordance with their recommenda-
tions ar_d criteria.
RECO,MENDATIONS TO MR('1"^,T17, A?,SaHRTTCS;
(1) Enforce concepts in the CoLprehensive Plan with
a tree preservation ordinance and a special urban tree
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planting program.
(2) Promote cluster housing.
(3) Plan for and p. ovidc sco.: L turn -outs on Spear
Street and Dorset Street.
(4) Encourage aes•c:_e ,ic consideration for any new
highway or rood side ning p- facto
(5) Tip -grade thle aesthetics of points of entry into
South Burlington, and encourage better landscaping of city
and school owned property.
(6) Promote education of t:;a public to make them
aware and appreciative of our natural assets with an annual
green -up day.
(7) Establish a municipal arboret•am as a resource
to promote aesthetics.
Beauty belongs wherever people live and ;•rork and play.
Life will be richer for all of us*if we insist on good
aesthetics throuZ-hoot Sou'ch Burlington.
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services; it _s a matter of -)aramo t impo. Lance to t::e Com-
')iehens:i.ve Man. Tra;nspoitAti,-�n sfsttems should be deli-ned
to provide ever, resident, re;;ara_i_ess of eccmno-ic status, age,
or disability, access to all life su-:nor, t facl lines and amen-
ities. In addition, transportation s,rstems should provide for,
and facil-itate, the orderly and cone. i.ed economic growth of
our cormiinity. lne improvement and e:.mansion of transportation
s,rstems should also proceed in a war that is complementary to
the existing pattern of land use, both people -oriented uses,
such as residences, and natural resource uses, such as agricul-
ture, conservation, and open space. Moreover, planning of such
systems should be Ceased to the Crowing energy shortaCe and
fixed supply of land.
In light of these needs, Coals, and constraints, the
City of South Burlin'-ton adopts the following four guidelines
for planning our transportation system.
(1) Lands best suited for development as residences,
recreation, or other amenities of life, will be used for those
purposes. Other lands will be used for transportation purposes
since transportation systems interfere with people -oriented
land uses. Major highways, or through routes, are primarily
for nonresidents and through traffic. Minor highi•rays are pri-
marily for local residents and should terminate at residences
and services.
(2) --'e plan to encourage greater use of --ass transit, of
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(3) Trans; or ,:.Lion 'Ua..s s:_o,"lu P. cvide, in as
economical a ::inner as posslUlc � conve-nience 9 and service
commensurate with need. Ypenditt..cs ;'or transportation
systems should be proportional to present and expected use
trends in various modes of transporta;;_o.-i
(4) line concept of a transportation corridor should
be adhered to as fully as possible. rider this concept,
multiple use of a single right -of -,ray by different modes
of transportation results in fewer land use conflicts and
greater efficiency in he use of our,remaining land. A
transportation corridor might include a high speed highway
with a median strip in which a railway, and utilities,such
as gas, sewer, water, electricity, and telephone lines
could be located.
South Burlington is the crossroads of the Chittenden
County Transportation System. It is traversed by Interstate
Routes 89 and ?89 as well as by t�.•o major arterial routes
_ of the county -- 2 and 7. flail lines of the outland Rail-
road and the Central Vermont Railway run north -south near
the lakeshore and east -west near the Lime Kiln Bridge. Burl-
ington International Airport is located within the.cjty
boundaries. The Chittenden County Transportation Authority
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provides bus service to the city. Finally, bicycle use
A, transportation is growing at a fast rate.
INVENTORY AND RECOifMFN-DATIONS
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The bulk of traffic movement is to and from the east
and the south through South Burlington. From the east, this
traffic'flow is carried by Route 2 and Interstate 89
for regional traffic, and by Kennedy Drive and Interstate
I89 for local traffic. The north -south flow is carried by
Route 7, Interstate 89 and 189, and Hinesburg Road for
regional traffic, and by Spear Street and Dorset Street
for local traffic.
Williston Road - Route 2 is four lanes in width except
for 6 miles at its eastern end, and has unlimited access.
Portions of this road carry a peak hourly traffic flow in
excess of its rated capacity. There are sections where no
shoulders exist, causing traffic tie-up during emergencies.
For Williston.Road, the following recommendations are
made:
(1) Two additional lanes should be constructed from
East Terrace to Interstate 89 to provide separate lanes for
left turns, through traffic, and right turns for both east
and west bound traffic. .
(2) It should be widened to four lanes from Milham
Court easterly.
(3) Service or frontage roads should be constructed
on both sides for the entire length.
(4) In the long range period, a four foot barrier
median should be constructed to delineate opposite lanes
of travel.
(5) Use of the 75 foot setback area for parking
should be prohibited since the setback provides space for
future rights -of -way.
Shelburne Road - Route 7 varies from two lanes in
width at the Shelburne Town line to five lanes at the Burl-
ington City line. This street carries the bulk of the
north -south traffic movement. However, the complexity of
the layout causes' confusion to thosenotfamiliar with the
system.
For Shelburne Road, the following recommendations are
made:
(1) Eliminate the Lindenwood entrance from Shelburne
Road and provide a new entrance to this street from Swift
Street via Farrell Park.
(2) Study the improvement of the Queen City Park
Road entrance.
(3) Close the McIntosh•Avenue entrance. The signalized
entrance at Baldwin Avenue could be used for exclusive en-
trance to this area.
(4) The long-range recommendations are a,four lane
controlled access highway with a four foot barrier median
with adjacent frontage roads.
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Spear Street, Dorset Street, and Htnesbur_ Poad are two
lane roads which carry north -south traffic movement. They
need widening, and shoulder and drainage work. Also, there
are sections where vertical and horizontal realignment is
necessary to improve safety and capacity.
As the University of Vermont grows, Spear Street will
need improvements to increase capacity. These improvements
range from widening to limiting access, and ultimately tay
include a barrier median and service road.
Due to its central location, Dorset Street will evolve
as a high volume street for north -south traffic serving the
South Burlington area. A policy of consolidating curb cuts
is, and should continue to be, followed to avoid undue con-
gestion. Astraffic demands increase, future improvements
such as widening, a barrier median, and service roads will
be necessary. For better access to the airport and the
future industrial site, the Dorset Street -Kennedy Drive-189
intersection should be improved with full access to and from
the Interstate.
When and if demand dictates,, Hinesburg Road should be
,y widened, access controlled, and a barrier median provided.
Swift Street is expected to carry a steadily increasing
volume of traffic due to nearby development and its proximity
to Shelburne Road and Interstate 189. Widening of Swift
street is recommended from Shelburne Road to Dorset Street
with improved intersections at Spear Street and Dorset
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Street as the need arises. The topography will limit access
to proposed collector streets in the area. In the future,
Swift Street should be extended to Hinesburg Road and to
the city line.
Kennedy Drive is a 40 foot wide road originally planned
as a limited access route. However, curb cuts for service
stations, apartment complexes, and businesses have changed
this concept. During peak hours of traffic, cars are backed
up for several hundred feet at the Dorset Street, Hinesburg
Road, and Williston Road Intersections.
The minor street systems in South Burlington total
approximately 40 miles. There are 56 dead end streets,
none of which have adequate turn -around space for school'
buses and maintenance equipment. In addition, those minor
streets over 20 years old are too narrow, lack curbs, and
most are without adequate drainage facilities. Minor
streets less than 20 years old are generally in good con-
dition and of adequate design. We plan to tie together or
construct adequate turn-arounds on as many dead end streets
as possible. These improvements will decrease maintenance
costs and provide alternate travel routes. Other minor
streets, which are intended as through routes and have two
or more intersecting streets, need to be widened to pro-
vide ample space for two-way traffic and parking on both
sides of the street.
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LONG-TERM PLAINTIING CONSIDERATIONS:
The transportation study (on file at City Hall) on
which this chapter is based, also describes three long-term
projects for highway construction and improvement. While
these projects are dependent on future contingencies and
may vary somewhat in exact locations and size, it is most
economical and efficient to start preliminary studies far
in advance of actual need of these kinds of facilities.
(1) Pane Street Extension, Holmes Road, to Van Sicklen --
Planned development in the area between Queen City Park
Road and Holmes Road may necessitate a road paralleling
the railroad tracks. This road could be extended in an
eastward direction when need arises.
(2) Shrift _Street, and (-3) Allen Road-- Eastward ex-
tension of both roads may be necessary depending on the
pattern and intensity of growth in the Southeast Quadrant
and in neighboring towns. Should extension prove necessary,
the existing sections may need widening.
OTHER RECON2 TENDED IMPROVE14ENTS
Market Square -- This is a private unimproved street
which is a direct connection from Shelburne Road to Farrell
Street. It should be improved and made a city street.
Mary Streets Hinesburc Road, High School -- A connector
in this area would tie together Central School, Middle
School, and the High School. It could also give access
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to the Dumont-Iby Street Park. A street in part of this
area is included in an approved subdivision plan. Connec-
tions to Dorset Street and Hinesburg Road would divert
traffic from Williston Road. An additional exit from
this interior connector could be made at the Water Depart-
ment right-of-way off Dorset Street.
Williston Road to Patchen Road to Airport Parkway --
A connection between these roads will serve an area that is
ideal for development. It would be a collector street be-
ginning on Williston Road opposite Mary Street and contin-
uing northerly to Patchen Road at approximately the City
Garage entrance and intersecting Airport Parkway just north
of the Sewage Treatment Plant.
Prospect Street to Spear Street -- This connection
would relieve traffic off Main Street and provide a short-
cut to the University complex..
Airport Access -- The airport will probably be the
greatest single generator of traffic in South Burlington.
A direct access to the airport and adjacent Industrial
District should be planned to connect with Interstate 89
between Hinesburg Road and Muddy Brook. This road should
be constructed to Interstate standards.
Access to the airport from the north should be improved
by upgrading Kirby Road, Airport Drive, and Airport Parkway.
Industrial. Park Accgss -- The only access to the Indus-
trial Park is now over Shunpike Road. As the area develops,
a new access road must be provided from Kennedy Drive, across
-Old Farm Road and into the Industrial Park.
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AIR TRANSPORTATION
The Burlington International Airport is located in
South Burlington's northeast corner and can be reached
conveniently from all sections of the city. Flights to
and from the airport to all sections of the northeast and
major cities in the United States are scheduled by Delta,
Allegheny, and Executive Airlines. Charter services and
hanger rental are also available. The Airport property
is 535 acres in size and is operated by the City of Bur-
lington. This facility.is expected to continue to expand
in the future.
BUS TRANSPORTATION
Following the termination of area -wide bus service
by the Burlington Rapid Transit Company in June 1973, the
Chittenden County Transportation Authority was formed to
continue this service. This Authority operates in the
four member communities of Burlington, South Burlington,
Winooski and Essex. In South Burlington, CCTA buses pro-
vide regularly scheduled service over two routes -- the
youth End Route, extending down Shelburne Road to McIntosh
Avenue, and the Airport Route, covering Williston Road,
Dorset Street, Kennedy Drive, Hinesburg Road, the Airport,
Kirby Road, White Street and Patchen Road.
Flexibility has been built into the Authority's Char-
ter so that new schedules and routes may be added as more
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eq?ii,ment becomes available, and demand dictates. However,
South Burlin-ton's share of operating costs depends on the
milea ;e of bits routes within the city. Consequently, Growth
and development in areas not served by the Authority, could
increase South Burlington's share of'operating costs consider-
ably, if a new demand were made for routes in sparsely devel-
oped areas.
RAILWAY TRANSPORTATION
The Vermont Railway and the Central Vermont Railway
both maintain tracks runnin,- through South Burlington. The
Vermont Railway runs from Bennington to Burlington, passing
through South Burlington, west of and parallel to Shelburne
Road. At present, there are two freight trips daily along
this line. The Central Vermont Railway runs from White River
Junction to Alburg, with a spur branching off at Essex Junc-
tion which runs across a small portion of South Burlington
near the Lime Kiln Bridge and.on to Burlington.
Both of these rail lines have a great potential for
future mass transit. The VerMont,Railway tracks could be
used for north -south commuter service:, The Central Vermont
line could be improved and expanded not only for east -west
commuter service but,also for freight and passenger service
to the airport and industrial area.
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BICYCLP, SYSTEM
In recent years the bicycle has been rediscovered
by many as an efficient mode of transportation. However,
as the number of cyclists has increased, it has become
increasingly evident that special provisions for them
need to be made. Conflicts arise because bicycles and
motorized vehicles are both used for transportation and
recreation. As the speed, density, and turning movements
of motorized vehicles increase, the safety, pleasure and
practicality of bicycling diminish accordingly.
The greatest need at present is for a system of urban,
suburban, and rural bike trails which would serve to separate
bicycles from automobiles, and which would provide routes
between homes, work, shopping, and recreation areas.
Shelburne Road and Williston Road -- There are severe
conflicts between cars and bicycles on the two major trans-
portation corridors. Bicycle trails which would provide
access to and from Burlington, as well as to the adjacent
i retail establishments, are needed along or in the vicinity
of these roads.
Spear Street, Dorset Street. and H�nesbur, Road --
These streets are currently used quite extensively by
cyclists, both for casual touring and racing. Increasing
traffic density and speed, in conjunction with relatively
narrow pavement, poses a growing threat to cyclists on
these thoroughfares.
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internal congestion on Routes 2 and 7.
(4) Construct a complete interchange and access road
to Interstate 89 between Hinesburg Road and Muddy Brook
to serve the Airport and Industrial District. An alter-
native would be to upgrade the Dorset Street-189-Kennedy
Drive interchange.
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CHAPTER X - PUBLIC UTILITIES
Public utilities are the vital systems of a city. We
plan to extend and develop public utilities in South Burling-
ton in accord with three principles: (1) We will expand
public utilities in response to the need for city growth
projected by the Planning Commission. (2) We will expand
public utilities.in a coordinated way designed to concen-
trate development in the growth zone and keep the open areas
open. (3) We will expand and develop public utilities in a
way compatible with protection of the natural environment
and protection of aesthetic values.
WATER SUPPLY
South Burlington began receiving its water supply from
the Champlain Water District on May 1, 1973. South Burling-
ton is a member of this district along with Essex, Williston,
Colchester, Shelburne, and Winooski. From 1938 until devel-
opment of the Champlain Water District, the supplier had
been the City of Burlington.
The water supply comes from Lake Champlain at Red Rocks
on Shelburne Bay. The raw water intake extends approximate-
ly 19200 feet into the bay to a depth of approximately 80
feet. A pumping station is located in Red Rocks Park. A
30 inch main transfers the raw water from the pumping sta-
tion to the Champlain Water District treatment plant on
Queen City Park Road.
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The treatment plant has an average daily capacity
of 6,000,000 gallons. South Burlington's current average
daily cons ption is approximately 900,000 gallons.
The city is divided into two water distribution sys-
tems. The Williston Road area is served by a 1,500,000
gallon storage tank on Dorset Street. The Shelburne Road
area is served by a 500,000 gallon storage tank off Allen
Road.
Except for a major portion of the area south of the
Interstate and east of Spear Street, and the Bartletts Bay
area, the entire city is served by the municipal water sys-
tem. The residents in the southeast area and Bartletts
Bay are served by domestic wells. The yield of the private
wells is generally good, however the quality of the water
is below recommended standards, being high in mineral con-
tents. "
Fire District ##1, which includes the Queen City Park
area of approximately 75 residential homes, has its own
water system operated entirely,by the Fire District.
The city distribution system is maintained by the City
Water Department. It consists primarily of 6, 8, and 12
inch mains. The system is adequate for present needs.
Improvements are being made yearly to strengthen the system
by elimination of dead-end mains. ,
The Champlain Water District mains serving South Bur-
lington and member communities are.12, 16, and 21+ inches in
size with electrically operated remote control valves in
the system. This provides the,flexibility to supply a
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large quantity of water when the demand exists, such as
at the time of a serious fire.
The expense of expansion of the city water system is
borne by those requesting the expansion. The Planning
Commission will work with the South Burlington Water
Department in projecting future needs and planning the
location of new water mains.
STORM DRAINS
Storm drainage in South Burlington is received by
four major bodies of water. The largest is Potash Brook
which has a drainage area of approximately 40 percent
of the land area of the city. The others are Lake
Champlain, the Winooski River, and Muddy Brook. The
East Woods area (Proctor Avenue, Hadley Road area) drains
into the�City of Burlington. A small area alorig Shelburne
Town line drains into the Town of Shelburne. South Bur-
lington receives storm drainage from the City of Burlington
along Spear Street and a small area of Shelburne south of
Allen Road drains into South Burlington.
As urban development continues throughout the city,
surface drainage will increase flow in the receiving drain-
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ageways. Steps must be taken to provide adequate devel-
opment setback from these natural drainageways.
Streets constructed prior,to 1963 lack adequate drain-
age facilities resulting in flooding, especially during.
spring runoff. The city, under the,;highway operating budget,
has completed numerous drainage improvements during the
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past several years and will continue in the future.
We recommend improvements of drainage within the next
five years on the following streets: Pine Street, Charles
Street, Maplewood Drive, Peterson Terrace, Barber Terrace,
Lynn Avenue, Mills Avenue, Elizabeth Street, Patrick Street,
Dorset Street, Spear Street, East Terrace, Dumont Avenue,
Baldwin Avenue, White Street, McIntosh Avenue, and Swift
Street.
NATURATj GAS LINES
In 1966 natural gas was made available to the city.
There are now approximately 26 miles of gas mains that
service almost all areas of the city. The supply enters
South Burlington from Colchester via the Lime Kiln Bridge.
The distribution lines are tied into the Burlington system
.at East Terrace and on Shelburne Road at Swift Street.
The gas company has its main office in South Burling-
ton on Swift Street.
In the spring of 1971+ a distribution main will be ex-
tended easterly on Williston Road to the Town of Williston.
This main will provide gas service to the city's industrial
zone. Natural gas mains are extended by the gas company
where the demand develops. The Planning Commission will
work with the gas company in projecting needs and planning
extensions of gas mains.
SANITARY SEWERS
South Burlington has two sanitary sewage collection
and treatment plants. They are identified as the Williston 104
Road area system with a primary treatment plant located
off Airport Parkway, and the Shelburne Road system with
a secondary treatment plant located off Bartletts Bay Road.
In addition, the so-called East Moods area which in-
cludesthe east side of Shelburne Road from the Burlington
city line to the Interstate 189 overpass, Proctor Avenue,
Orchard Road, Hadley Road, Meadow Road, Joy Drive, Apple -
tree Court, White Place, Beacon Street, and Birchwood Drive,
is served by the City of Burlington system for which South
Burlington pays an annual fee.
The area of each system served at present and the
potential area that can be served is shownon Map No. ` —49 ,
The Airport Parkway plant has an average daily capa-
city of 1,200,000 gallons. The present flow is averaging
approximately 780,000 gallons per day. The discharge
from this. plant is into the Winooski River. The Bartletts
Bay plant has an average daily capacity of 700,000 gallons.
The present average flow is approximately 540,000 gallons
per day. The discharge from this plant is into Lake Cham-
plain at Bartletts Bay. Both plants are designed so that
additional units can be added to at least double their
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capacity.
The city sewage collection system includes one large
pumping station on Hinesburg Road and five small so-called
"package" stations, three in Queen City Park and two on
Kennedy Drive. Future plans call for a large pumping sta-
tion located adjacent to Potash Brook where it -crosses
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Kennedy Drive. This will eliminate the two small stations on
Kennedy Drive and will provide for severing a part of the
Southeast Quadrant.
The undeveloped southeast part of the city, Country Club
Estates north of the Airport, Bartletts Bay, and the most easter-
ly end of Williston Road from Kennedy Drive to the Williston
Town line (including Clinton Court, Milham Court, and Shunpike
Road) are without municipal sewers.
When the easterly system on Williston Road is constructed,
it will serve the proposed industrial zone. This is an area
where onsite sewage disposal is undesirable due to soil condi-
tions. Sewering this area should be given high priority to pro-
mote development in the Industrial Park.
We plan to build a sewage pumping station on Proctor Ave-
enue to divert sewage now being treated by the City of Burling-
ton. This will also serve Farrell Road, Swift Street from Far-
rell Road to Spear Street, and a,portion of Spear Street. This
will be built after the construction of the Chittenden County
Correction Center is completed.
WE RECOMMEND THE FOLLOWING CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS FOR THE
NEXT FIVE YEARS IN ORDER OF PRIORITY:
(1) Construction of a sewage system to serve the city's
industrial zone and the easterly end of Williston Road.
(2) Upgrade the Airport Parkway sewage treatment plant
to secondary treatment.
(3) Construct a sewage system in Bartletts Bay.
(4)..Install sewer lines on Farrell Road, Swift Street,
and a pumping station on Proctor Avenue.,
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(5) Construct a sewage system in Country Club Estates.
(6) Construct a sewage pumping station and sewer lines
on Kennedy Drive and Dorset Street to serve a portion of the
Southeast Quadrant.
ELECTRICITY:
The Green Mountain Power Company supplies electrical
energy to South Burlington. This energy is distributed
throughout the city via aerial lines. Subdivisions con-
structed within the last 10 years have been supplied with
underground service. We will require that all future sub-
division be serviced by underground facilities for electri-
cal energy, telephone lines and cable television service.
There are four transmission lines crossing the city.
One of these in the northerly end of the city is a duel line
shared by Vermont Electric Cooperative (VELCO). Three power
substations are within city limits. These utilities are shown
on the accompanying map., A new VELCO transmission line will
be built along the southerly city line and along the Rutland
Railroad tracks to a new substation on Queen City Park Road.
Aerial transmission lines are the greatest visual blight
and all future utilities should be place underground within
planned transportation corridors. Future lines will be lo-
cated by the Planning Commission in cooperation with the
power companies and'in accord with Natural Resources Commit-
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CHAPTER XI - SCHOOLS
PREPARED BY SCHOOL DISTRICT
The people of South Burlington are justifiably proud
of the high quality of their school system. The primary
purpose of the Comprehensive Plan as it applies to the
public school system is to maintain this quality by planning
facilities in advance of need and investigating acquisition
of potential building sites.
PROJECTED SCHOOL POPULATION:
This plan is based on a projected 1980 total population
of 13,160 in South Burlington. It is important that land
for all school facilities needed by 1980 be acquired or
otherwise reserved for the purpose now, before building
development makes it unnecessarily costly or impossible.
The plan for school sites should be based on a high
estimate of future enrollment since it will be better for
the city to end up with adequate or even over -large sites
rather than sites that are too small. This is why the
School Board chooses to use 13,160 as the expected 1980
population instead of 12,230 which would represent an ap-
proximate 2 percent growth rate. It is necessary to be
on the safe side if growth occurs at a greater rate than
2 percent because of: (1) a lag in implementation of,the
controlled growth policy, (2) an increase in the rate of
growth in Chittenden County which would lead to an increased
growth rate in South Burlington, or (3) a greater increase
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in tuition students. In implementing the controlled
Growth policy, the Planning Commission and the School Board
will make annual estimates of growth rates and any necessary
adjustments in projections of school population.
Table I below, taken from The _South Burlington Economic
Study, by M. X. Nadworny,. October, 1973, shows recent trends
in enrollment and enrollment projections. This gives a
basis for establishing school needs for 1980 and is a guide
for present planning.
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Middle & High
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1490
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2758
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rojected_School, Enrollments 1971-1980
Based on 1�.160 Total Pooulat can
radea 1 80
1-5 1067 1680
6-8 727 �932
9-12 11
TOTAL 2740 3780 111
It should be clearly noted that the enrollment firures
and _the 1,980 Projections involve only South Burlington
children.L Actual school enrollmen s (1973) are higher be-
cause of tiittion students--from-other communit�es.
The division by grades in this table represents the
present practice of the school system. The High School
has four grades and the Middle School has three. The first..
five grades are in the elementary schools. At present there
is no kindergarten in the South Burlington School System.
From the point of view of today's planning, all elementary
school sites acquired in the future should be large enough
to accomodate kindergarten rooms. The recommendations of
this Plan include future elementary school sites of ample
size to include future kindergartens. Kindergarten projected
enrollment is 155 in 1973 ant 190 in 1980.
SENIOR. HIGH SCH00�,
From Table II we note that there are likely to be
around 1168 South Burlington senior high school pupils in
1980 based on a 13,160 population projection. The High
School building has a rated capacity of about 900 and pre-
sently exceeds this by 176 pupils, includingtuition students.
The building was originally designed for grades 7-12. Cur-
rent programs and the larger number of students involved in
some programs create problem areas in terms of available
space. In addition, facilities in many areas are inadequate
to carry out existing programs. AQtion is required to.
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determine the amount of space required and the types of
facilities needed to correct the present inadequacies.
The number of students attending the Burlington and
Essex JunctIon Vocational Centers has increased dramatically
from 13 in 1961-62 to an anticipated enrollment of 100
students in 1974-75. Because the vocational centers are
approaching their rated capacity, and because of our rapid
rate of growth, plans should be mode to provide adequate
facilities to accomodate the anticipated vocational enrol-
lment.
The High School site is large enough to permit adding
to the present plant, whether by enlarging the present
building or by additional buildings of a high school "campusIl
group. However, it will be necessary to relocate some of the
present athletic fields if they are used for building purposes.
MIDDLE SCji 00L
Pupils of grades 6 through 8 are housed in the Middle
School, located on the same grounds as the High School. The
building has a rated capacity of 900 pupils - an enrollment
which these grades will reach in 1980. The optimum size of
a middle school is placed by many school authorities at
from 600 to 900 in the three grades. To enlarge the Middle
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School would presumably be undesirable from the educational
point of view and would infringe on space needed for ultimate
senior high school expansion. Therefore, it seems best to
plan for a second middle school, which will be needed
sometime after 1980.
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The second middle school should be located so as to
serve best the residential areas where there will be growth,
including the area west of Spear Street and those between
Kennedy Drive and the line of Swift Street and its extension.
The second middle school site could well be adjacent to one
of the future elementary school locations, if the acreage
of land is sufficient. One location is in the general
vicinity of Spear and Swift Streets. A site of 25 to 30
acres would accomodate both elementary and middle schools,
withconsiderable economy of combined land occupancy.
EXISTING ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS
South Burlington now has three elementary schools.
Chamberlin. School on White Street, was completed in 1965
with an addition completed in 1970. It serves in general
the area north of Williston Road and is distinctly a neigh-
borhood school. The school has 18 classrooms, )+ project
rooms and 3 special education rooms. For the lower five
grades school authorities consider 20 pupils per classroom
as the optimum capacity, with 25 as the maximum. Chamber-
lin School has a capacity of around 500. Its site includes
i about 8 acres, and provides open space in the neighborhood
for recreation for this age group.. The site cannot be
expanded without taking existing homes.
The Orchard School is located,on Hugh Street, near
Shelburne Road. It was built in 1958 with an addition com-
pleted in 1970. The school contains 19 classrooms,
3 special education rooms and serves the southwesterly
part of the city. It has a maximum capacity of roughly
465 pupils. Its site is adequate at present, but any ap-
preciable further additions would overcrowd the site and
reduce its effectiveness in furnishing open space and re-
creation for the neighborhood.
The third elementary school is the Central School,
located on Williston Road, immediately east of Mary Street.
The wooden building was built in 1930 and has had three
additions. The original structure is currently leased to
the city for office space. The remaining structure con-
tains 19 classrooms, and )+ special education rooms giving
it a maximum capacity of 451+ pupils. The site contains
roughly 41- acres. It has frontage of approximately 180
feet on Williston Road.
FUTURE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PLANT:
Table II indicates that the Plan for 1980 should pro-
vide for about 1,680 pupils in the city's elementary school
system (grades 1-5). At 20 pupils per classroom, this means
a total of 84 rooms. Educational authorities generally con-
sider an elementary school of approximately 20 classrooms
to be the maximum size desirable. This means that in 1980
South Burlington should have at least )+- elementary schools.
Assuming the continued use of Chamberlin, Orchard and
Central Schools, this means that a site should be secured
for a new elementary school. Although actual construction
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may take place as the need arises, sites should be acquired
or otherwise definitely reserved now. As mentioned above,
a site for one more middle school will be needed and this
might be combined with the site of one of the elementary
schools.
The 1969 Comprehensive Plan indicates the general
location of three elementary school sites. One is located
near Hinesburg Road, south of Kennedy Drive, to serve the
neighborhood which will be built up between Interstate 89
and the valley of Potash Brook.
Another location is proposed in the area on Swift
Street, near the intersection on Spear Street. This would
serve the needs of the area north of Allen Road and west
of Spear Street.
Consideration should be given,to a site, if not this
particular one, which would serve the anticipated needs of
this general area. The location of a middle school and an
elementary school on -the same site;was previously discussed.
An area of 25 to 30 acres was mentioned as essential. If
no site can be found, it may be necessary to locate the
second middle school on a separate parcel, in the general
area of the; suggested elementary site.
A future school site of 30 acres should -be located and
reserved in the Southeast Quadrant in anticipation of pos-
sible future need.
FUTURE SITE FOR ATHLETIC AND RECREATION ACTIVITIES:
Because the present High School site is not large
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enough to accommodate an addition to the present building
and provide adequate space for athletic and recreation
programs, it will be necessary to obtain a site adjacent
to or in close proximity to the present High School -Middle
School complex. The site should be large enough to accom-
modate programs sponsored by the school system and the
recreation department. In addition, adequate space should
be available to insure sufficient parking facilities.
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CHAPTER XII - ECONOMIC DEVELOP1 ,T
Within the last two decades Chittenden County has de-
veloped in a typical metropolitan pattern. Burlington,
South Burlington, and Winooski form the central core
cities. The suburban ring is made up of Colchester, Essex,
St. George, Williston, and Shelburne. The rural ring con-
sists of Milton, Jericho, Westford, Underhill, Richmond,
Hinesburg, and Charlotte. Buells Gore, Huntington and
Bolton are mountain towns.
Burlington had a limited amount of undeveloped land
left, and -much of this went to residential construction.
To build up the city core, Burlington applied for Urban
Renewal funding in 1963 and began the project in 1965. Af-
ter 8 years, the urban renewal area is only partly'recon-
structed. Commercial growth spilled over into South Bur-
lington where there were larger tracts of undeveloped land
at lower cost per acre. This spill -over was so rapid, how-
ever, that South Burlington was overwhelmed with proposals
and did not plan for and guide the growth. As a result,
from an economic standpoint and from the standpoint of
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providing services, South Burlington became a part of the
core area and a regional county shopping center before we
had time to develop as a suburban community. This resulted
in typical urban sprawl and congestion of our major traffic
arteries.
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Any comprehensive analysis of South Burlington's
future economic development must be based on an analysis
of the Chittenden Count urban trade area. It is also not
possible to make a separate analysis of any single type of
business in South Burlington without considering the poten-
tial growth and needs of the surrounding suburban ring.
Since we are already supplying regional services, growth
in the suburbs will have an economic impact on South Bur-
lington.
It is a primary recommendation that the South Burlington
representative to the Chittenden County Regional Planning
Commission propose that the Commission undertake an economic
base study of the entire County. Such a study would pro-
vide the basic data necessary for economic projections for
all of the cities and towns in Chittenden County to insure
an orderly and balanced growth rate for industrial, commer-
cial and residential development. The study is indispensable
for a meaningful, accurate, and valid long-range projection
for South.Burlington.
We can make some short-term projections for the next
five years on the basis of an enumeration of South Burling-
ton's present economic activities, a general understanding
of its relation to the urban core, and to potential subur-
ban growth.
SOUTH BU LJ, IGTON - A REGIONAL TRADE CENTER
Most of our retail businesses are found in recently
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developed shopping centers. There are some individual
businesses outside of the shopping centers along Williston
Road, Shelburne Road, Hinesburg Road, Dorset Street, and
Patchen Road. However, many of these businesses are in such
close proximity to, or surrounded by the newer developed
"centers" that they are almost an integral part of them.
A typical example is the corner of Hinesburg Road and
Williston Road. Existing businesses such as a gift shop,
small grocer, liquor store, beauty shop, shoe store, book-
store, real estate office, gas station, specialty food
store and small boutique, share traffic circulation and
in some cases parking overflow with a new shopping center
that contains a chain grocery store, a chain drug store,
and a chain hardware store. This shopping complex does
provide adequately for the neighborhood.- An additional
discount/ type of operation with clothing and soft goods
not far away would be sufficient to meet the general needs
of the area. A similar grouping on Shelburne Road would
adequately supply the population on that side of town.
In a normal urban -suburban community relationship
Burlington, or the core city, would provide additional
shopping areas to provide a range of quality. However,
while Burlington has greatly improved itsdowntown area,
there has not been a significant spread of that business
area.
Shelburne has a small attractive shopping plaza and
one grocery chain store that provide for most local needs.
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Significantly, Shelburne's new Comprehensive Plan specifically
discourages shopping centers in that community.
Essex Junction has four shopping centers ringing a
modest size "downtown" area, and two of those centers pro-
bably provide shopping for Colchester and Winooski residents.
Winooski has one large discount type of operation and has
just begun its own urban renewal project.
A large shopping center in Burlington, but immediately
across the way from a large shopping center in South Bur-
lington, forms another very large complex. Table I of this
Chapterlists the major South Burlington shopping centers,
and a few in surrounding towns. There are 437,615 square
feet of major shopping center in South Burlington, . not
including adjacent areas complementary to the centers.
Table II is a classification of Shopping Centers and
' the square footage needed to supply various sizes of popu-
lation. South Burlington has enough square footage, with
an indigenous population of only 10,000, to cater to the
needs of a regional population of at least 150,000 people.
All of Chittenden County has only a little over 100,000
i people.
In addition, the proliferation of motels, restaurants,
and movie theatres indicates that we are also a regional
stop -over for through traffic. South Burlington has almost
as many motels as.does the whole rest of the County, and this
includes 5 major motel chains (the only ones in the county).
There are 3 twin movie houses for a total of 6 picture showings.
Excluding drive-ins, there are only two other movie theatres
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in the county.
South Burlington has twice as many new automobile
dealerships as the rest of Chittenden County combined.
We also have more than our proportionate share of fast
food chains. Last, but most importantly, the Burlington
International Airport is located in South Burlington and
serves the entire northwestern part of the State.
EMPLOYMENT IN SOUTH BURLINGTON
While we cannot determine exactly where South Burling-
ton citizens work, we can make some comparisons with the
type of employment the residents engage in and the kinds
of jobs available in the community. These figures use
statistics from the 1970 census and the Vermont Employment
Security Division. There are about 4,016 South Burlingtonians
in the employment market, and there are about 4,800 jobs
available.
Table III
Occupations of South Jobs Available in
Burlington Residents South Burlington
18% Retail 57%
35% Service 19%
4J% Construction 15%
25% Manufacturing 1%
The above is only a partial listing of the most signi-
ficant statistics. (Service includes job categories such as
repair services, personal services, and professional and related
services.)
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It is difficult to determine exactly how many jobs
would be needed by South Burlington residents in 1980 since
our growth is related very intimately with County growth.
Also, the younger the age of the work force at that time,
the more jobs are necessary.
Since we are obviously a regional center, we can
make one recommendation for type of development in a
growing market and that is in the recreational field.
Tourists are already passing through South Burlington.
Recreation related activities such as bowling allie4,
riding stables, indoor swimming pools, or a conventions
center would enhance the existing market. South Burling-
ton already has the only two indoor tennis facilities in
the County and a nine hole golf course. A larger bathing
beach or other public recreation facilities would also be
. beneficial.
We should also encourage development of business
office complexes, or corporate headquarters facilities
of large companies. These would create some balance to
other traffic creating activities which exist now. We
recommend that the appropriate committies actively seek
clients for South Burlington in this field.
Table II of this Chapter gives us the ,most significant
clue as to where the emphasis should be placed on our major
economic development. 25% of the labor force living in
South Burlington is employed in manufacturing, yet South
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Burlington provides only 1% of its total employment oppor-
tunities in that field.
We recommend that South Burlington work toward devel-
opment of the Industrial Park off Shunpike Road. This would
mean extending sewers to that area and providing an alternate
access road. Every effort should be made with the State
Department of Development and Community Affais and the
Greater Burlington Industrial Corporation (GBIC) to secure
an industrial client for the proposed park. Community
cooperation to provide services and the client's develop-
ment of the site can take place at a mutually agreeable
pace.
In our judgment, South Burlington has established an
irreversible trend in developing as a regional business,
shopping, air transportation, and tourist stop -over center.
It is recommended that we recognize this trend and do our
utmost to guide, control, and manage this type of growth
in the best interests of the residents of South Burlington.
Any new development should make the best possible use of
available land and one method of achieving this is in-depth
planning with several businesses using the same general
parking area. Set back from highways, buffer strips, land-
scaping, limited curb cuts, good interior traffic circulation,
and controlled exterior traffic circulation can help diminish
the impact of this type of development on the community.
Our Transportation Plan recommends service roads
along the two major business corridors, Shelburne and Williston
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of older interior roads. This would divert shopping
traffic from the heavily congested areas and help move
through traffic more quickly and safely.
While the idea of being a regional shopping center is
not appealing to many of our citizens, with good planning
and Good control, there is no reason not to take advantage
of this expanding market to broaden our tax base and create
employment opportunities in South Burlington.
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TABLE 1 - SHOPPING CENTERS, IM
SOUTH BURLINGTON
CLASS SHOPPING FACILITY 81TE AREA' BUILDING AREA SALES TYPE
ACRES(IN SQ. FT.
N 1. Grand Union - 3e 332000 Supermarket
Hinesburg Road Hardware
Drugstore
C 2. University Mall -
__ DorsetStreet
12.
111+, 000
Disc. Dept. Store
Supermarket. Fank
N 3. Mammoth Mart - 12.7 971075 Supermarket, Disc.
Q.C.P. & Shelburne Roads Dept. Store, Restaurant,
Bakery, Card Shop,
Cleaners & Theatre
• N 1+. Gaynes - .•7.2 777920 Supermarket
Williston Road Disc. DeDt. Store
C 5. Grandway - 8.3 115,620 Disc. Dept. Store,
Shelburne Road Liquor Store, Beauty
Shop, Barber Shop,
-� Supermarket, Laundromat,
Dairy Part Fank
REGION
C 1. Sears - U.9 1399500 Auto Repair, Dept. Store,
Shelburne Road Disc. Chain Store, Drug-
store, Shoestore, Cleaners,
Supermarket
C 2. Forest Hills - 5.25 1501000 Lumber, Groceries, Beauty,
Winooski Camera, Shoe, Hardware,
Sporting Goods, Laundromat,
Jewelry
C 3. Giant - 12. 1201000 Disc. Dept. Store, Bank,
Rte. 15 - Essex Supermarket
N 4.
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Shelburne -
4.5 '\ 37 , 500
Supermarket, Laundry', Drugs,
Beauty Salon, Barber, Cloth -
inn T.invr%- Narraiy -)rn
TABLE II
CLASSIFICATION OF SHOPPING CENTERS
Developed from "The Community Builders Handbook,"
Urban Land Institute, 1968, Pages 264-270.
Nei hborhood
CommunIty
Regiorial
I. Necessary support popula-
3,600 to
401000 to
1507000 to 1+002000
tion
40,000
1507000
2. Site area - minimum and
4 to 10 acres
10 to 30 acres
30 acres and more
range
3. Sales type
Supermarket,
Supermarket,
Supermarket
Personal
Personal
Personal services
services
services,
Clothing
Clothing,
Hardware
Hardware,
Full line Dept. Store
Junior Dept.
General merchandise
Store
Furniture
�+. Trade area radius
Primary
Secondary
Tertiary
3 miles
10 miles
20 miles and more
5. Range'in gross leasable
307000 to
1007000 to
3007000 to 110001000
area
1007000
3001000
square ft.
square ft.
square ft.
6. Average gross leasable
50,000
150,000
400,000 square ft.
area
square ft.
square ft.
7. Minimum landscaping
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moderate
Extensive buffer zone
required
buffeet
er
buffer
planting
gone
8. Landscaping recommended Floral displays, flowering perennials, vines,
shrubs and trees to build an image.
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Essex,
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Wit: Pirhrrv�r
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First Ring
Outer Ring
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Mountain Towns
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CHAPTER XTII - IMPLEMENTATION
This plan was drawn up through the efforts of an
unusually large number of South Burlington citizens. The
Planning Commission, the City -Council, the Natural Resources
Committee, the Recreation Director, the City Manager, end
the Superintendent of Schools all made major contributions.
Significant contributions were also made by a number of
other citizens. In developing the plan, all Planning
Commission and joint City Council -Planning Commission
meetings and work sessions were.open to the public. Aware
of this opportunity, the public participated significantly
in developing the Concepts of this plan. The result is
that this plan exists not only between -the covers of this
report, but in the minds of a large number of interested
citizens in South Burlington. Those who have contributed
as well as those who are concerned about orderly growth
and planned development have a special reason to see that
this Plan is implemented and followed. The purpose of this
final chapter is to outline the details by which the plan
will be implemented and made a working guideline for growth
in South Burlington rather than a dust -gathering plan on
the shelf. '
Implementation requires at least four steps: (1) a
public information campaign, (2) a City Council and Planning
Commission implementation program, (3) a capital budget to
guide capital expenditures, and (1+) strong and active citi-
zen support.
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The public information campaign has been in operation
through the open meetings and work sessions publicized by
the media. This program will be continued by the Planning
Commission by continuance of public meetings and surveys
of public attitudes on specific questions.
The City Counciland Planning Commission implementation
program will consist of reviewing the plan and determining
chapter by chapter what individuals should be responsible
for carrying out the proposed provisions.
The following is a list of the major implementation
steps which we foresee at this time. Many others will
develop and be dealt with as the implementation procedures
go on.
(1) The South Burlington Planning Commission will
adopt and impose upon its membership all provisions of
the document "Conflict of Interest" (A Statement of Pol
icy), which•was adopted by Resolution of the South Burl-
ington City Council on December 3, 1973. We believe this
document will remove problems of conflict of interest from
South Burlington Planning Commission deliberations.
(2) Since it is a new policy, the Planning Commission
and City Council will give special attention to'implementing
the controlled growth concept. This will include reviewing
the concept and its application annually to determine what
adjustments need to be made in the growth zone based on
population changes and carrying capacity of municipal services.
(3) The City Council will establish a special sub
committee on Housing. This subcommittee will study the
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four alternatives for providing low-cost housing included
in this plan as well as any other proposals that develop
and make specific recommendations for action through appro-
priate channels.
(4) The SoutheastQuadrant of South Burlington will
be kept as rural and scenic as possible by implementation
of the policies of restricting intensive growth to the
growth zone, and by implementing the conservation and
aesthetics plans.
(5) The South Burlington Natural Resources Committee
will be requested to proceed with the implemention,of the
recommendations with respect to the Natural Resources Chapter
and Aesthetics Chapter.
(6) The South Burlington City Council will appoint a
special subcommittee to work at implementing the Lake Champlain
Plan.
(7) The City Council will be requested to appoint a
Recreation Board made up of a member of the City Council, a
member of the Planning Commission, a member of the Recreation
Committee,a member of the Natural Resources Committee, the
Recreation Director, and the Superintendent of Schools. This
Board will coordinate and implement the Recreation Plan.
(8) The Planning Commission will assist the City Ehgineer
in implementation of the Transportation Plan., ,,
(9) The Planning Commission will Review the Public
Utilities Plan annually in connection with a consideration
of the needs for expansion of the growth zone, and will
recommend revisions are necessary to the public interest.
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through appropriate procedures.
(10) The Planning Commission will appoint a special
subcommittee to work with school officials to implement
the School Plan.
(11) The Planning Commission will meet with the
Director of the Chittenden County Regional Planning Commis-
sion to discuss and recommend that an economic base
analysis be developed for Chittenden County.
(12) The City Council will appoint a spetial-sUb-
committee to study proposals for a City Center or Community
Recreation Center.
Capital Program and Budget:
Planning requires looking ahead to future needs. Im-
plementation of a plan consists of looking ahead to future
expenditures and sources of fundst and developing budgets
in order to achieve the necessary capital improvements to
support the plan. Without a capital budget a plan is noth-
,ing but a dream list. With a capital budget it becomes a'
realistic guideline for urban growth. It is the intent of
the City to adopt a capital budget and program by-laws in
accordance with the provisions of Chapter 919 Title 21+9 Y.S.A.
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Citizen Support:.
The final, indispensable element in implementing a
plan for a city's growth is citizen s.uppor t. We invite
you, the concerned and interested citizens of South Burling-
ton, to support this plan, to assist the Planning Commission
and City Council in keeping it up-to-date, revised as re-
quirements dictate, and in furtherance of the enjoyment
of a Quality Environment Which we hope to maintain and
further develop in South Burlington.
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2.
PLANNING COMMISSION
MA Y 2 S. 1976
Final_review of industrial Park subdivision. Shunpike Road, Greater
Burlington Industrial Co 2ration� Mr. C. Harry Behn
Mr. Behney stated the land consists of three parcels, bordered by Muddy
Brook, Potash Brook, Shunpike Road and the Interstate 89, and formerly
belonging to harry Willis, Keith Wright, and the Boyer Estate. GBIC received
a first blanket approval under Act 250, a permit which allows for site work
if it meets the covenants established within the permit and the South Burling-
ton zoning and subdivision regulations; then, with administrative review,
they can site industries on the site.
Mr. Behney said they were planning to subdivide into a total of eight lots
for industrial use within the industrial zone. The large lot would be
reserved as one lot with the road developed by GBIC. Roads will include all
the utilities being brought into the site. Referring to a memorandum from
the City Manager dated May 21. 1976, Mr. Behney said the only thing not done
is to lay out the street lights and that is between Green Mountain Power and
Mr. Szymanski. GBIC does not want to put lighting in the middle of an open
field, so Mr. Behney felt this was not of great consequence until they do
have somebody in the area. He said Dick Trudell could explain the engineer-
ing data.
Mr. Behney then said for information that this site is being developed by
GBIC at the request of the community of South Burlington, a request made
three years ago. The site belongs entirely to GBIC and at this point there
Is $63,000 in cash invested in engineering costs, legal fees, recording feet,
and tax adjustments; that is what it cost to bring it to this point today.
Interest is being paid on the State loan at the rate of $83.00 a day.
Mr. Poger asked if all the points in the City Manager's memo of May 21st
had been incorporated, especially Item 2, the additional land for the re-
placement of the Muddy Brook bridge, and Item 1, the additional land for
the right turn lanes.
Mr. Behney replied he had agreed to that and had discussed this with "ir.
S7y!!Vi-ir,k1. A:, the time each site is sold it will require site plan review
by the Planning Commission and they will document to the Commission at the
time they sell the land how it relates to the stipulations by Mr. Szymanski.
Mr. Poger referred to Potash Brook which cuts across the lower left hand
area and said there is a CO District which surrounds the brook and the Com-
mission would like to require as much as possible that the brook remain as
it is.
Mr. Behney agreed that they would respect all setbacks, also the flood
plain area. saying the Roils are not good there anyway.
Chairman Wessel asked the status of the road now.
Mr. Behney explained the proposed access road was a condition of GBIC's
involvement with the community. They felt the access road was absolutely
necessary and also that they need a sewer for the site because they couldn't
develop without a sewer. He then read aloud a letter received by film from
Bruce Houghton, Transportation Engineer for the Regional Planning Commission,
which explained the history of the access road. This letter is to become
part of the record of this meeting.
Mr. Behney explained the option held by South Burlington and the deed to the
60 foot right of which which GBIC is obligated to turn over, could be used,
he hoped, as part of the town's share in the construction sosts.
PLANNING COMMISSSION MAY 25t 12:(6
Mr. Peter Harvey, a resident of ;shunpike Road, questioned the use of 0hunpike
Road being used as access to the Industrial park for work within the park.
He said the residents who attended the Council meeting last fall with their
lawyer had received a sense of the Council that Shunpike Road would be used
only during the construction of the access road into the park.
Mr. Behney explained that at the Council meeting Mr. Harvey referred to a non-
binding resolution was adopted asking that no work start at the site until
the access road was under construction. The thing GBIC is faced with is that
there is going to have to be traffic in here for GBIC to develop the roads in
the site; they have got to get in here also. They went over the construction
today and the materials involved and they do not foresee a great deal. of traffic.
Mr. Behney said he agreed with these people 100% on using Shunpike Roads
there are many children on Shunpike Road, they were playing in the road today
and he was concerned about that. He said he would encourage the town and Mr..
Szymanski to start the road sooner than August but if GBIC waits for this road
to be used for access to do anything in the park, it means talking about two
years away before anything can be done and it would be another complete con-
struction season before anything could be started because they can't start In
the winter. It would be 1978 before the town might have any investment there,
just five years from the time the project started.
Mr. Wessel asked why the roads couldn't be built simultaneously.
Mr. Behney replied they can't get there unless they use Shunpike Road.
Mr. Poger asked what the problem was of using the other end of Shunpike.
Mr. Behney replied because of the bridge condition.
Mr. Poger said the other end going into Williston is farm land rather than a
residential neighborhood.
Mr. Behney said there might be a problem with the gravelled road and the
10 distance is greater.
Mrs. Neubert asked about the bridge holding heavy trucks.
Mr. Trudell said it is deteriorating at the water level.
Mr. Harvey said that referring to the Minutes of last fall's Council. meeting,
GBIC was agreeable to limiting itself to building any portion of the industrial
park without first having the access road into the park. The stipulation was
a sense but it was a sense of all the members of the Council at that time as
far as a use of Shunpike Road, that it only be used to build the access road.
Mr. Harvey asked that the Minutes of that meeting be read.
Mr. Behney said his understanding was that no construction would be started
until it was assured that this access road was under construction.
Mr. Harvey said that was not his interpretation.
Mr. Behney then read from the Minutes.
Mr. Harvey said he still didn't feel his question had been answered. What was
read was basicly what was presented at the ntebting and it was still his
opinion that the intent was that the use of the north -south extension of
Shunpike Road was not allowed other than for the building of the access road.
Mrs. Noubert felt the motion was not strong and was not clears obviously
there is only one way to get into the industrial park at this time. It was
impossible to make a resolution that nothing will happen on Shunpike Road
until the new road is built. Harry Behney has to have surveyors, engineers,
and clients going into the site. The people were asking that nothing be
on the road at all except anything that had to do with the access road.
She thought they had agreed that they could see the point that you do have
to get in there in order to construct the road, but you do have to use Shunpike
Road for other reasons, for purposes other than construction of the access.
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PLANNING COMMISSION MAY 25, 1276
Mrs. Neubert asked Mr. Behney if that was his feeling, that he was allowed to
do that by that resolution.
Mr. Behney replied they wouldn't do anything on that site until such time
as the new road was being built.
Mrs. Neubert said she agreed with Mr. Harvey, that she thought the motion
did not include use of the road to do the engineering work on the sewer
until the access road is started.
Mr. Behney said there was a difference between starting a road and using it.
Mrs. Neubert said she thought the intent of council that night, while they
could not be specific, was not that the entire site be developed as far as
engineering and sewer work by using Shunpike Road.
Mr. Harvey said they wore not objecting to people coming into the site to
look at it, nor to engineering firms coming in and looking at it; they are
objecting to the heavy equipment and construction vehicles coming down the
road for the purpose of building that industrial park prior to the building
of the access road. He said he wished to reiterate the fact that the access
road would be built prior to developing the industrial park. He said there
was some initial discussion about perhaps running the road in from the
Willis Engineering offices, ,just a feeder road.
Mr. Poger asked how long, as a practical matter, would it take to build the
access road so it could be used to develop the property.
Mr. Trudell said it would be into November before it was finished.
Mr. Poger asked if that would mean the heavy equipment for the interior road
would have to wait until November, and Mr. Trudell replied until the following
year.
Mr. Poger asked Mr. Trudell if he planned to do other work on the site, using
the Shunpike Road.
Mr. Trudell said there might be confusion in people's minds about what the
Industrial road is. He pointed out on the site plan the section GBIC is
proposing and the section that the City is proposing.
Mr. Poger said the confusion is whether GBIC can build its road before the
City's road is finished. If this goes through and GBIC could develop that
road at its own speed, how much traffic would there be along Shunpike Road
to develop the interior.
Mr. Trudell said there would be some intermittent traffic for materials;
the main traffic would be coming in after the utilities were in. As far as
the operation with heavy equipment and heavy trucks goes, he would estimate
there could be one coming past every twenty minutes.
Mr. Poger commented that was pretty fast.
Mr. Trudell said they had hoped to start in July to finish up in November.
The heavy part of that would be the hauling of the gravel in the last month.
Mrs. Neubert asked about fixing the bridge, an estimate of the cost of this.
Mr. Trudell said there hadn't been any estimate as far as he knew.
Mr. Behney said he and Mr. Szymanski had talked about it last year, it would
have to be done through a private contractor.
Mr. Trudell said it wouldn't be a private contractor, it would have to be
done by both towns. It is owned by Williston but South Burlington maintains it.
George Voland said it seemed too bad that the residents hired a lawyer last
fall to get this weak resolution put in by the City Council, and if it taken
more time to build the road, that is just the way it goes.
Mrs. Neubert said she didn't think Council deliberately misled these people
but that motion was made so that it could be subject to interpretation.
PLANNING COMMISSION MAY 25, 1 6
Mr. Schuele asked about the Army Engineers, the National Guard, putting up
a temporary bridge because that would handle fairly decent sized tanks and
could probably handle the heavy trucks.
Mr. Behney explained the National Guard of Vermont doesn't have a bridge in
Its inventory. He is on the battalion staff from the State Engineers.
Even if they could borrow one they couldn't put it ups they are already
obligated for the whole construction time.
Mr. Ewing asked Mr. Harvey how long he had lived on Shunpike Road.
Mr. Harvey replied three years.
Mr. Ewing asked if when he purchased his home did he realize that was
industrial land, that he must have realized all that land was there.
Mr. Harvey said the basic feeling, the understanding, was that on the north -
south extension of ;shunpike Road, that was the residential area. They found
out there was some talk about the possibility that at some time it would be
industrial. There was no definitive point brought out, either by the
realtors or the lawyers.
Mr. Erring said he believed that land had been zoned industrial for many
years. back to the '62 zoning.
Mr. Harvey said he was not aware of that.
Mr. Ewing asked Mr. Harvey if he wasn't concerned with this land until someone
wanted to develop it.
Mr. Harvey replied he had been concerned right along.
Mr. Ewing asked if he didn't bother to check the zoning to see what was
going on.
Mr. Harvey said it was his first home.
Mr. Ewing said he would have thought Mr. Harvey would have seen this land at
the end of the street. He bought his home in the middle of an industrial
area.
Mr. Harvey asked if he did at that time buy it in the middle of an industrial
areas is Shunpike Road zoned industrial or residential.
Mrs. Neubert said Shunpike Road is zoned residential according to the pro-
cedure to protect existing neighborhoods.
Mr. Ewing said Yes, but that end of the street is all zoned industrial.
Mrs. Neubert said anybody buying a house should be aware of that when buying
It is the City's policy to protect the existing neighbors# and it wasn't known
that they couldn't do anything on the property without going through Shunpike
Road. They didn't know about the road.
Mr. Ewing said the land was there and Mr. Harvey did buy his home in the
area without checking the zoning.
Mr. Levesque said originally this project was given conceptual approval,
realizing the neighborhood would be protected with the new access road.
Temporarily there would be some inconvenience with trucks passing and they
must put up with some inconvenience. By looking at the flow chart it would
appear that most of the fill Mould be brought in in October when school would
have started. With some guards on the street there could be some adequate
control.
Mr. Harvey said it was really amazing to him; he didn't have any rights in
the City of South Burlingtonl he has been a taxpayer for three years. They
moved into the area because it was all farm land, a beautiful view, a beautiful
area, and now all of a sudden South Burlington is becoming a concrete jungle.
He said he just wants his little piece but he can see it is not going to be
there, and it also upsets him to be cross questioned by members of the Com-
mission and he guessed he had no rights. He said he was coming back to the
basic question, the use of Shunpike Road as an access into the park.
0wirman Weasel asked that the Commission confine its reasons to this issue.
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PLANNING COMMISSION
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MAY 25, 1976
Mr. Poger stated the Plan was written to protect existing neighborhoods$
otherwise it would have been quite easy to re -zone Shunpike Road into some-
thing else, but the Planning Commission is very careful to recognize what
the Master Plan delineates. This is quite a temporary use of the road and
the residential area will remain as it is. It is not to be a permanent
throughway of large trucks or other hazardous material. It is incumbent on
the Planning CoRmi.ssion to prohibit or limit the amount of traffic which may
be necessary for the orderly development. The Commission should try to explore
either the temporary strengthening of the bridge or try to spread some of it
through the Williston end of the graveled road, to try to minimize the impact
on the residential area. He said he thought it could be done.
Mrs. Krapcho asked if much of any site drainage or site alteration. work would
be necessary in the development of the individual sites.
Mr. Behney said there are drainage ways which will go both to Potash Brook and
Muddy Brook as permitted by the Water Resources Board and will be tied into
the drainage in the area; there won't be much disgurbance of the land surfaeel
there will be very little tearing up.
Mr. Trudell indicated the crown of the land on the drawing and said in their
computations some of their storm drainage takes into account the maximum
allowable building area and what the drainage would be from roof and parking
lots, areas where they couldn't drain by natural drainage to a stream, they
would have to provide for hooking into the system. He said they have two
easements going down to the streams now and they have applied for a discharge
permit to the State and are in a waiting period now.
Mrs. Krapcho asked if their system follows the strews and the natural drain-
age ways.
Mr. Trudell indicated the drainage easements on the drawing.
Mrs. Krapcho asked if there were any wet areas on the site.
Mr. Trudell said there are three small depressions which hold some water
In a severe rain and indicated the location of these on the drawing. He said
there would be a certain excess of cut from their road work and they will put
this in those areas to smooth it off.
Mrs. Krapcho asked if, when a site plan is submitted for an individual site,
would they authorize the City Manager to review the site drainage plan for
amY specific proposal.
Mr. Trudell replied this is something that is done in a normal course anyway.
Mrs. Krapcho said that was a debatable question.
Mr. Behney said each project will come in for site plan review, and he would
expect the architect would take that into consideration when he sites the
building.
Mr. Poger moved that the Planning Commission approve the fins site plan of
the Greater Burli ton Industrial Cor ration Subdivision wi the five
stipulations expressed v Mr. Szymanski in his letter of May 21, 197 and
that the JEeatest seible care be taken in_1JXErtkn&hea1X traffic on routes
other than the north -south portion of ShunpjKe Road.
Seconded by Mr. Ewing,,
Mr. Trudell referred to #3 of Mr. Szymanski's stipulations asking for a
20 foot easement, saying it might be best to leave that somewhat flexible
because they may find a better method.
Mr. Beliveau asked if the motion should provide for guards along the street=
the danger could be minimized by forcing some restrictions as to how many
guards they are going to have.
Mr. Poger said that would be a very difficult thing to do without knowing the
number of trucks or kinds of traffic. Telling the developer what he has to do
four months from now would seer to go beyond the scope of the motion. The
PLANNING COMMISSION .
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avoidance of Shunpike Road is left flexible.
Mrs. Neuhert said she wished to make a statement, that in the Comprehensive
Plan and the zoning ordinance that land has already been industrial except
for the part that was zoned residential. It is a City street; it is a through
street that connects to another community and until an alternative is made
it can't be closed off to the traffic that is necessary. It is an unfortunate
thing and she felt that people had been made promises regarding Shunpike Road
that could not be fulfilled. She said she was sure that Mr. Behney will see
that everything possible is done to get the road finished as quickly as possible;
she felt very bad about the whole thing. but it has always been industrial.
Mr. Harvey said he thought that last fall they had the sense from the City
Council and they didn't push the legal issue past the sense because at that
time the statement was made that we have to begin trusting. They didn't
pursue the issue that it wan, not a binding resolution because they put their
faith in the City Council, and now they find their little residential strip is
continually getting smaller and smaller. Perhaps the Planning Commission has
the ultimate decision, he said, tint is the fact that the City Council gave a
sense on this really irrelevant to this meeting. Again it is the use of the
north -south extension of Shunpike Road to move in heavy equipment, which
was the primary reason for going to the Council last fall. The residents
have an interest and have money invested in their property. Having heavy
equipment going down the road hurts the value of the neighborhood and it is
going to destroy the value of the property. He said he has two small children;
there are 20 or 24 children on the block; they are playing in the street day
In and day out; must he tell them to play in the backyard because someone
wants to move heavy equipment down the road. He said he didn't know what he
• was empowered to do as a citizen or what his legal rights are here. The whole
residential neighborhood is going to change. It is going to go to a heavy
traffic area and eventually it is going to be engulfed.
Mr. Wessel explained that was not the Issue tonight.
He asked that any further information given be new information.
Mr. Levesque said the Planning Commission took great pains in protecting the
neighborhood by asking the State to put in the east -west access road; it
wanted to protect the neighborhood.
Mrs. Krapcho said the Commission is committed to the protection of the resi-
dential neighborhood; the question is trying to accommodate some steps which
can be considered to improve the protection.
Mr. Poger said there is nothing in this motion which changes the zoning of
Shunpike Road which remains residential. The problem now is simply the
access to the back development which the City has planned for a long while.
Mr. Behney said one of the concerns was that the access was oing �8tbe
used for some time; he thought there was concern that thisn4ad was going to
get under construction and these people would be faced with industrial traffic
of 50 to 75 cars every night and noon, etc. Our Act 250 permit did stipulate
a population that could be on this site without this road work on the site.
They have recognized since that time that that won't work and that is why
the building of this road has been pursued. He said he didn't want another
dime put into this proposal until they see the bulldozer coming. The first
month or two of this is low volume type traffic. When they get into the
gravel situation they are going to be striving to get the use of this road;
it is shorter and safer than going way around to Williston.
The motion was voted unanimously for ap2_roval.
Mrs. Krapcho asked about reducing the speed limit, and Mr. Ewing said the
request should come from the residents.
Mr. Behney said they would be most happy to put in their contract that a
certain speed would be maintained. 25 miles per hour is possible right now and
this is too fast, too fast even with no children out.
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P.O. BOX 108, SS PEARL STREET
ESSEX JUNCTION, VERMONT 05452
802 658-3004
May 25, 1976
Mr. C. Harry Behney, Executive Director
Greater Burlington Industrial Corporation
P.O. Box 786
Burlington, Vermont 05401
Dear Harry,
In regard to your request for current status of the proposed South Burlington
Industrial Park Road, the following summarizes events surrounding this project.
(1) Bill Szymanski, South Burlington City Manager submitted a request
for funding of the Industrial Park Road on September 2, 1975.
(2) The Vermont Transportation Board approved the Industrial Park Road
for preliminary engineering and construction at its January, 1976
meeting.
(3) At a meeting on April 14, 1976 with the Vermont Highway Department,
Bill Szymanski and CCRPC staff, preliminary construction plans for
the Industrial Park Road were reviewed with suggested changes in
the roadway profile and project implementation.
(4) At a meeting on May 7, 1976 with Bill Szymanski and the Vermont
Highway Department, preliminary construction plans for the Industrial
Park Road were given further review and an agreement on final roadway
profile and a project implementation schedule.
Based on our latest communication with the Vermont Highway Department
(May 24, 1976) , it appears that if; (1) right-of-way negotiations can be completed
within the next two months, (2) an Act 250 permit can be acquired by the City of
South Burlington, and (3) sewer construction on the center line df the proposed
roadway can be completed within the next two months, then this project will be
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advertised for bids by the Vermont Department of Highways to begin construction
on or about August 1, 1976 .
If we can provide any additional information regarding this project, please
do not hesitate to contact our office.
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M E M O R A N D U M
- To: South Burlington Planning Commission
From: William J. Szymanski, City Manager
G. B.1 C. bird Man Review
Date: May 21, 1976
1.
An additional (approx. 12' X 1001) strip of land at each
corner of the Shunpike Road intersection would allow
for the future construction of right turn lanes.
2.
Additional land will be required for the replacement of
the Muddy Brook bridge. A commitment of some sort from
G.B.I.C. would be helpful when the time comes for
acquiring the additional land.
3.
A 20' easement along the westerly property line from
the Green Mountain Power Easement to the Interstate 89
utility sleeve would allow for future use of this sleeve.
4.
A street lighting plan must be submitted in the future.
5.
Minor changes in the water and sewer piping will be
discussed with the engineers.
6.
The plans submitted are the best and most complete that
I have reviewed in a long time. -
Respectfully submitted,
William . Szymanski, City Mgr.
M E M O R A N D U M
To: South Burlington Planning Commission
From: William J. Szymanski, City Manager
Re: G.B.I.C. Site Plan Review
Date: May 21, 1976
1. An additional (approx. 12' X 1001) strip of land at each
corner of the Shunpike Road intersection would allow
for the future construction of right turn lanes.
2. Additional land will be required for the replacement of
the Muddy Brook bridge. A commitment of some sort from
G.B.I.C. would be helpful when the time comes for
acquiring the additional land.
3. A 20' easement along the westerly property line from
the Green Mountain Power Easement to the Interstate 89
utility sleeve would allow for future use of this sleeve.
4. A street lighting plan must be submitted in the future.
5. Minor changes in the water and sewer piping will be
discussed with the engineers.
6. The plans submitted are the best and most complete that
I have reviewed in a long time.
Respectfully submitted,
William JY. Szymanski, City Mgr.
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To: South Burlington Planning Commission
From: William J. Szymanski, City Manager
Re: G.B.I.C. Site Plan Review
Date: May 21, 1976
1. An additional (approx. 12' X 1001) strip of land at each
corner of the Shunpike Road intersection would allow
for the future construction of right turn lanes.
2. Additional land will be required for the replacement of
the Muddy Brook bridge. A commitment of some sort from
G.B.I.C. would be helpful when the time comes for
acquiring the additional land.
3. A 20' easement along the westerly property line from
the Green Mountain Power Easement to the Interstate 89
utility sleeve would allow for future use of this sleeve.
4. A street lighting plan must be submitted in the future.
5. Minor changes in the water and sewer piping will be
discussed with the engineers.
6. The plans submitted are the best and most complete that
I have reviewed in a long time.
Respectfully submitted,
William . Szymanski, City Mgr.
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�- State of Vermont
Department of Fish and Game
Department of Forests, Parks and Recreation
Department of Water Resources
Environmental Board
Division of Environmental Engineering
Division of Environmental Protection
Division of Planning
Natural Resources Conservation Council
AGENCY OF ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION
DISTRICT ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION
May 28, 1976
Mr. Stephen Page, Planning Assistant
City of South Burlington
1175 Williston Road
South Burlington, Vermont 05401
RE: Industrial Road
Dear Steve:
111 West Street
Essex Junction, VT 05452
This letter is to confirm that the proposed construction of
an industrial road from BGIC land to Kennedy Drive will not require
a Land Use Permit under 10 VSA, Chanter 151 ("Act 250"). The
project will be for municipal purposes and since less than 10
acres is involved in the construction, the project is considered
exempt. The basis for the computation is the description in your
letter of May 19, 1976 and the sketch of the road attached to
that letter.
If you need anything further, please do not hesitate to call
me.
cerel<y,
Curtis W. Carter
Environmental Coordinator
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Department of Fish and Game
Department of Forests, Parks and Recreation
Department of Water Resources
Environmental Board
Division of Environmental Engineering
Division of Environmental Protection
Division of Planning
Natural Resources Conservation Council
AGENCY OF ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION
DISTRICT ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION
May 28, 1976
Mr. Stephen Page, Planning Assistant
City of South Burlington
1175 Williston Road
South Burlington, Vermont 05401
RE: Industrial Road
Dear Steve:
111 West Street
Essex Junction, VT 0545
This letter is to confirm that the proposed construction of
an industrial road from BGIC land to Kennedy Drive will not require
a Land Use Permit under 10 VSA, Chapter 151 ("Act 250"). The
project will be for municipal purposes and since less than 10
acres is involved in the construction, the project is considered
exempt. The basis for the computation is the description in your
letter of May 19, 1976 and the sketch of the road attached to
that letter.
If you need anything; further, please do not hesitate to call
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Curtis W. Carter
Environmental Coordinator
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May 7, 1976
Burlington Free Press Association
Burlington, Vermont 05401
Gentlemen:
Would you please insert the following legal notice in
Legal Column #1 in your issue of :ionday, May 10, 1976:
SOUTH BURLING`i'ON LEGAL 1OTICE
Subdivision I -fearing
The South Burlington Planning Commission will hold a
Public hearing at the South Burlington City Ball
Conference Room, 1175 Williston Road, South Burlington,
Vermont, on Tuesday, May 25, 1976 at 7:30 P.i�1. to
consider the application of the Greater Burlington
Industrial Corporation, 135 Church Street, Burlington,
Vermont for final subdivision approval of a parcel of
land containing one hundred and eighty (180) acres,
into an eight (8) lot industrial park located on the
southerly end of Shunpike Road, as per plans on file
in the office of the City Zoning Administrator.
May 10, 1976
South Burlington Planning Commission
Please send bill and two tear sheets to this office.
Very truly yours,
Richard Ward
Zoning Administrator
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M E M O R A N D U M
TO: WILLIAM SZYMANSKIq CITY MANAGER
FROM: STEPHEN PAGE, PLANNING ASSISTANT
RE: GBIC-FINAL SUBDIVISION PLAN
DATE: MAY 11+. 1976
The final subdivision hearing is set for Tuesday 25.
I just have a few thoughts on the plan -many of them were prob-
ably already covered at the preliminary hearing before I came
on board last fall.
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-a wider R.O.W. at the park entrance might allow for left turn
stacking for traffic approaching from the east going into the
park and also a continual right turn for approaching from the
west, entering the park.
-cul-de-sac and curve radii sufficient for tractor trailers?
-street names?
-GBIC land for Muddy Brook bridge should be designated on the
plat.
-How will Shunpike Road be terminated and at whose expense?
-Is a light necessary at the entrance to the Park?
-A ROW extension to the west of the west cul-de-sac would provide
access to contiguous industrial land.
Miscellanous
-CO district on lots 6 & 7 should be deliveated.
-performance bond
-pedestrian access to Muddy Brook might be feasible at the pro-
posed bridge site.
-City should get "as built" drawings for future reference purposes.
WILLIS
ENGINEERING
ASSOCIATES
May 5, 1
Mr. Richard Ward
Zoning Administrator
City of South Burlington
1175 Williston Road
South Burlington, Vermont 05401
Dear Dick:
CONSULTANTS
295 8HUN PIKE ROAD
80. BURLINGTON, VERMONT
864-0777
Please schedule a hearing for the South Burlington Industrial Park (Greater
Burlington Industrial Corporation) for final subdivision review.
We will forward three sets of plans to you shortly. If there are any questions,
please contact me at 864-0777.
Very truly yours,
ILL E I G AS CIATES
Richard P. Trudell, P.E.
President
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containing approximately one
hundred and ei,hty(It0)acresinto an 1 s
ght (it) lot Industrial park, located'
;ff Shunpike Road.
Sold land is located an tan soul n the [ ,
end of Shunpitut okMd
and bounded
1 of j
east by Muddy Bro
Robert and Ruby Willis, on the South I
by Interstate 69 and lands of Keith
Wright and the Boyer Estate, on the
west by lands of Roland and Helen
Tilley and Leo and Daniel O,Brien
bounded an the north by land
01
Laurance and Verna Willis, as per
plans on file in the office of the City
Zoning Administrator'
William B. Wessel, Chalrman
South BurlinglOnmlanning
July 2161975
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`i:;MORANDUM
TO: SOUTH BURLINGTON PLANNING COMI,ISSION
FROM: RICHARD WARD, ZONING ADMINISTiiATIVE OFFICER
<iE: SUBDIVISION 0'. WILLIS FARM, SIiUNPIKI�; ROAD
DATE: AUGUST 8, 1975
application of Greater Burlington Industrial Cornoration,
lMr. G. Harry Behney, Executive Director.
Proposed subdivision consists of approximately one
hundred and eighty (180) acre=s, set-off into eight (�)
lots.
Parcel is located to the southerly end of Shunpike Road.
General boundaries being; Yuddy Brook, Interstate PP f oyer
farm lands and properties of ,fright, Tilley, O'Brien and
:illis.
The land for t':.e most part is flat and has been used as a
hay cro;.
The soils are of a mixed type, consisting of Vergennes clay,
2 to 6 per cent slopes, Hinesbur; fine sandy loam, 3 to 8
per cent slopes and Covington silty clay (USD1 Soil Survey).
Proposed subdivision will have municipal sewer and water.
Area is zoned Industrial District and Conservation -Open Space
along Muddy and Potash Brooks and Interstate PP.
Minimum lot size required in Industrial District is 80,000
square feet, all lots exceed this requirement. Minimum lot
frontage 120 feet, all lots exceed this requirement with
the exception of the Wright and Foyer parcels, however, a
60' right-of-way is provided, if they should be included
in the Industrial parr at a later date.
r'inal plan would require street planting, in addition_ each
lot would regi-ire landscaping in accordance with Section 11.70
of tl.e City Zoning T'egulaticns.
Proposed subdivision is in conformance with ':aster Plan and
Zoning Regulations.
WUT" afJRUWSTO* NOTICE
SUGSIMS1O11 HGARI"
The SOWN Burlington Planning
ICommisehtn WM how a publi. hoer-
hsg at the South aurungton City "I,
Conference Room, 1175 Wllllston!
Road, South Burlington, Vermont on,
Tuesday, August 12, 1975 7:30 p.m. b
consider the following:
The application of the Greater
Burlington Industrial Corporatlon,!
Mr. C. Harry Behney, Executive
Director, of 135 Church Street,'
Burlington, Vermont, for the approval
of a subdivision of a parcel of land
containing approximately one.
hundred and eighty (180) acres Into an
Might (9) lot Industrial park, coated
off Shunpike Road.
Sold land Is located on the southerly
and of Shunpike Road, bounded on the
east by Muddy Brook and lands of
Robert and Ruby Willis, on the south
by Interstate 19 and lands of Keith
Wright and the Boyer Estate, on the
west by lands of Roland and Helen
Tilley and Leo and Daniel O'Brien and
bounded on the north by land of
Laurence and Verne Willis, as per
plans on file in the office of the City
Zoning Administrator.
William B. Wessel, Chairman
South Burlington Planning
Commission
July 26, 1975 11
�'' �,R •�'� City of South Burlington
t"� ? SOUTH BURL!NGTON, VERMONT 05401
TEL. 963-2891
July 24, 1975
Burlington Free Press Association
Burlington, Vermont 05401
Gentlemen:
Please insert the following legal notice in Classified Legals
in your issue of Saturday, July 26, 1975:
SOUTH,BURLINGTON NOTICE
SUBDIVISION HEARING
The South Burlington Planning Commission will hold a public
hearing at the South Burlington City Hall, Conference Room,
1175 Williston Road, South Burlington, Vermont on,Tuesday,
August 12, 1975 P.M. to consider the following:
The application of the Greater Burlington
Industrial Corporation, Mr. C. Harry Behney, Executive
Director, of 135 Church Street, Burlington, Vermont, for
the approval of a subdivision of a parcel of land
containing approximately one hundred and eighty (180) acres
into an eight (8) lot industrial park, located off
Shunpike Road.
Said land is located on the southerly end of
Shunpike Road, bounded on the east by Muddy Brook and
lands of Robert and Ruby Willis, on the south by
Interstate 89 and lands of Keith Wright and the Boyer
Estate, on the west by lands of Roland and Helen Tilley
and Leo and Daniel O'Brien and bounded on the north by
land of Laurence and Verna Willis, as per plans on file
in the office of the City Zoning Administrator.
7-26-75
William B. Wessel, Chairman
South Burlington Planning Commission
Please send bill and two tear sheets to this office.
Very truly yours,
Richard Ward
Zoning Administrative Officer
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CITY OF SOUTH: BURLINGTON
APPLICATION
FOR A DEVELOPMENT OR SUBDIVISION PERMIT
1. Applicant's Name, Address, and Phone Number The Greater Burlington
Industrial Corporation. PO Box 786, 135 Church St. Burlington,
Tel: 862-5726 Vt. 05401
2. Nane, Address, and Phone Number of the Person Whom the
Commission should contact regarding this Application
Mr. C. Harry Behney= Executive Director, Greater Burlington
Industrial Corporation 'Address as above.
3. Nature of the Development or Subdivision
Industrial Park, 180 Acres.
4. Location of Development or Subdivision South Burlington,
bordered by I-89, Potash Brook, Muddy Brook, and Shunpike Road.
5. High and Low "Elevations of the Tract of Land involved
with the Development or Subdivision
6. Address of each of the Applicant's Offices in Vermont
7. Applicant's Legal Interest in the Property (Fee Simple,
Option, Etc.) 32.80 Acres - GBIC
Option 110. Acres - Lawrence Willis, Shunpike Road
Option 32.25 Acres - Keith M. Wright, Hinesburg Road
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8. If the Applicant is not an individual, the Form, Date,
and 'lace or Formation of the Applicant FORM: Corporation
DATE: 1 /15/54 PLACE: Burlington, Vermont
9. Estimated Cost, Exclusive of Land Cost of the Development
(Applicant for a Subdivision Need Not Answer) $225,000.
10. Application for a Subdivision, the Number of Lots 8
11. 'ghat Restrictive Covenants are Planned for any Deed(s) to
be issued?
a. Lands�ca inin and site review.
bguiId nfinish.
c. Entrance of utilities '
e. Signs
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12. Description of the Proposed Development of Subdivision
A. Plans and Specifications:
(1) Attach a detailed plat or plot plan of the
proposed project drawn to scale, showing the
location and dimensions of the entire tract.
This plan should also show: all lots, streets,
roads, water lines, sewage systems, drain
systems, buildings, existing or intended.
(2) In subdivisions where individual water and
sewar-e facilities are intended, indicate the
proposed location(s).
(3) Show all easements, parks, playgrounds, parking
areas, water courses, and other bodies of water,
natural or artificial, existing or intended.
(4) Include a contour mar of the land involved
drawn on a scale of 5 foot contour intervals.
(5) Indicate on the plans the location and width of
any easements for utilities, roads, etc., exist-
ing or intended. Attach a written explanation
of any such easements.
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13. What is the purpose of this Subdivision or Development
and What is the intended use of the land after Subdivision
or Development? a!o develop an Industrial_ Park in order tp
attract additional industries into the Burlington area for
the purpose of creating additional employment.
14. Describe the Site of the Proposed Development or Subdivis-
ion including information, if available, on Soils, Streams
or Other bodies of Water, Bedrocks, Etc.
See attachments
15. Acreage:
A. Number of acres owned, or in which you have a legal
interest 180.05
B. Number of acres in this project 180.05
C. Number of acres previously developed None inthisarea
D. When do you anticipate beginning the project Spring 1976
E. When will this development or subdivision be completed
Indefinite
16. Water System:
A. What type of water system is to be provided, such as:
Individual system on each lot, community system,
municipal system, etc. Champlain Water District system.
B. Where is the nearest municipal water system and is it
available and feasible to use it? A 24 inch water main
/ runs through the site from the Chma l� ain Water District
Plant.
17. Sewage System:
;j A. Ghat type of sewage disposal system is to be provided
or intended, such as: Individual system on each lot,
community system, or municipal system?
Airport Parkway Disposal Plant, South Burlington.
B. 1•71�ere is the nearest community sewage system and is
it available and feasible to use it? Airport Parkway
Disposal Plant, South Burlington will be utilized when
the collection system for the site, now under design,is
completed.
C. If the sewage system is other than a community,
municip4l, or individual lot septic tank and leaching
field, include competent professional engineering
evidence that it will perform satisfactorily.
18. Adjacent Property:
A. List below the names and addresses of adjacent property
owners.
Robert & Ruby Willis Williston, Vt.
Roland & Helen Tilley, Old Farm Road, South Burlington, Vt.
Verna Willis, Shunpike Hoad, 6outh Burlington, Vt.
Leo & Daniel O'Brien, Old Farm Road, South Burlington, Vt.
Highway Department, State of Vermont, Montpelier, Vermont
B. What is the adjacent property used for at present?
Idle except for hay cutting, which would continue until
occupied.
C. What is the future usage intended for the adjacent
property?
19. Zoning:
A. Which'District or Districts is the proposed site with-
in according to the official zoning map of the City?
Industrial District
DATE July 23. 1975 SIGNATURE
11
STEPHE'N C. KNIGHT, JR., P. E
ROGER W. DORWART. P. E.
ELROY L LANGDELL, P. E.
JOHN T. BOOTH, P. E.
HENRY C. OATLEY, JR., P. E.
DONALD J. PARKER, P. E.
KNIGHT CONSULTING ENGINEERS, INC.
Soils and Structural Engineering
A O. Box 2304 South Burlington, Vt. 05401
TEL 802 863-6868
"larch 20, 1975
Greater Burlington Improvement Corp.
135 Church Street
Burlington, Vermont 05401
ATTENTION Mr. I-Iarry Behney
Re: Willis Property - Preliminary Subsurface Investigation
Gentlemen:
In accordance with your request, we,have reviewed the information
provided by 11illis Engineering concerning test pits dug last August
at the above referenced proposed industrial park. In addition, on
March 14, 1975, we had an additional five test pits dur, and witnessed
by the undersigned. The enclosed drawing shows approximate locations
of these test pits, an idealized soil profile, and a log of test pit
observations.
The recent test pits revealed the unexpected: the presence of bedrock
at depths ranging from 9z' to 11' in three of the five holes. Apparent-
ly the pits dug last summer were stopped just short,of ledge in several
instances: Test pit #3 was slug to the limit the machine could go, and
no bedrock was encountered. Test pit #5, was extended six feet into a
very dense glacial till. The hole was stopped at 10' depth because of
very difficult digging conditions. Bedrock is probably very close'to
that level in that area.
The soil overburden on much of the site consists of a hard brown deposit
of clayey silt to silty clay, referred to in the enclosed copy of the
USDA county soil map as the Vergennes series of clayey subsoils. This
deposit is underlain by bedrock, or in some areas by several feet of a
very dense brown glacial till over ledge.
The significant exception is the soil revealed by test, pit #3, approximate-
ly 250' east of Potash Brook'. Here, the brown silt changes abruptly, at
6 feet in depth, to a very soft blue clay, having an unconfined compress-
ive strength on the order_of 2,.tsf, a liquid limittof 57i and a plasti-
city index of 25.1 This soft clay was not observed in'test pit'#41Fseveral
hundred feet east,of #3, and it is assumed that it doe's not extend over
more than the west portion of this property. The soft blue clay deposit
probably follows roughly the outline of the Covington clay on the county
soils map.
e
Re: Willis Propert,
Preliminary Subsurface Investigation March 20, 1975
_ 2 _
The USDA map also shows a more granular "Hinesburg" series of soils
in the vicinity of the proposed access road - this was confirmed by
the Willis test pits. These well drained sand deposits should make
a good sub soil for road construction.
In none of the test pits dug last week was any significant inflow of
water observed. While the brown silt and clay common to much of the
area will hold water and make construction activity difficult in rainy
weather, we do not foresee any significant groundwater problems either
during or after construction.
With the exception of the soft blue clay deposit at the west end of the
site, the soil overburden is generally favorable for construction of
light industrial buildings. We estimate that design of spread footings
over much of the site could be based on an allowable bearing capacity
on the order of ll- to 2.0 tons per square foot. Further exploration,
in the form of standard penetration borings, should be made at individ-
ual building sites as theyare considered for construction. The area
underlain by the soft blue clay will be more expensive to develop, since
special foundation considerations will be required.
In general, it is felt that the land in question possesses good potential
in terms of subsurface conditions. The advantages (proximity of bedrock,
dense overburden) would appear to outweigh the disadvantages ( poor work-
ing condition when wet, frost active nature of soil) of the site. While
a sand plain, such as that at Fort Ethan Allen, would,be better in terms
of overall subsurface conditions., we have seen industrial sites developed
on much.,worse land.
r Ve truly yours,
Roe Dorwart, P.E .
KNIGHT CONSULTING ENGINEERS, INC.
RD:jstf
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Project No. -4004
- Backhoe test pits
were conducted on approximately 110 acres of the
Willis Farm on
August 23, 1974. The tests were conducted on a',,"
500 foot grid.
See the attached plan for test locations. Following
is a tabulation
of the results:
Test Pit #1
0-10"
Sandy topsoil
10"-47"
Fine to medium sand
47"-78"
Silt, fine sand
78"-120"
Clay - dense
'Groundwater at 47"
Test Pit #2
0-7"
Sandy topsoil
7"-20"
Fine to medium sand
20"-40"
Silt, with pockets of
fine sand and clay
40"-108"
Silt, fine sand
108"-120"
Clay - dense
Groundwater at 108"
Test pit #3
0-11"
Sandy topsoil
11"-18"
Medium sand
18"-961,
Fine to medium sand
No groundwater encountered
0.
Test pit #4
0-101,
Loamy topsoil
10"-20"
Loam -fine sand, silt, clay
20"-64"
Silty clay
64"-96"
Clay - soft
No'groundwater encountered*
Test pit #5
0-9"
Loamy topsoil
9"-1.9"
Loam -fine sand, Silt, clay
1911-84"
Clay - dense
No groundwater encountered*
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SOIL REPORT
"Willis Farm
Page two
August 26, 1974
Test pit
#C
0-11VI
Clayey topsoil
ll"-30"
Clay - very dense
30"-96"
Silt, clay, fine sand - dense
°.
No groundwater encountered*
Test pit
47
0-1011
Clayey topsoil
10"-96"
Clay - very dense
96"-114"
Silt, clay, fine sand - dense
No groundwater encountered*
Test pit
#8
0-10"
Clayey topsoil
10"-66"
Clay - very dense
66"-96" -
Silt, clay, fine sand - dense
No groundwater encountered*
Test pit #
0-8"
Clayey topsoil
8"-84"
Silty clay - very dense
Groundwater ,at 72"
Test pit
#10
0-10"
Clayey toposil
10"-44"
Silty clay - dense
Clay
Groundwater at 44"
Test pit
#11
0-10"
Clayey topsoil
10ty-4001
Silty clay - dense
40'#-96"
Clay
No groundwater encountered*
Test fait
# 1_'L_
0-91"
Clayey topsoil
911-321"
Silty clay - pockets of 'silt
32"-96"
Silty clay
No groundwater encountAr�d*
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SOIL REPORT
Willis Farm
Page three
August 26, 1974
Test pit #13
0-9" Clayey topsoil
9"-30" Silt, clay
30"-46" Silty clay - dense
46"-96" Silt, fine sand - gravelly, dense
No groundwater encountered*
Test pit #14
0-101, Clayey topsoil
10"--40" Silt, clay
40"-102" Silty clay - dense
Groundwater at 40"
* Test pits in the clay and silty clay soils were not left open
for a sufficient time to allow the groundwater to flow from the
clay and establish equilibrium. Pits in which "No groundwater
encountered*" is reported, therefore, might have exhibited a water
table, had the pits been open for several days.
_4_
B. Where is the nearest community sewage system and is
it available and feasible to use it? Airport Parkway
Disposal Plant, South Burlington will be utilized when
the collection system for the site. now under design. -Is
completed.
C. If the sewage system is other than a community,
municip,al, or individual lot septic tank and leaching
field, include competent professional engineering
evidence that it will perform satisfactorily.
18. Adjacent Property:
A. List below the names and addresses of adjacent property
owners.
Robert & Ruby Willis Williston, Vt.
Roland & Helen Tilley, Old Farm Road, South Burlington, Vt.
Verna Willis, Shunpike Road, 6outh BurIT-n-g7on, Vt.
Leo & Daniel OtBrien, Old Farm Road, South Burlington, Vt.
Highway Department, SFaTre—of Vermont, Montpelier, VFrmont
B. What is the adjacent property used for at present?
Idle except for hay cutting, which would continue until
occupied.
C. What is the future usage intended for the adjacent
property?
19. Zoning:
A. Which'District or Districts is the proposed site with-
in according to the official zoning map of the City?
Industrial District
DATE July 23, 1975 SIGNATURE - L�
July 24, 1975
Burlington Free Press Association
Burlington, Vermont 05401
Gentlemen
Please insert the following legal notice in Classified Legrls
in your issue of Saturday, July 26, 1975:
SOUTH BURLINGTON 140TICE
SUBDIV IS IO1'7 IMIRING
10he South Burlington Planning Commission will hold a public
hearing at the South Burlington City Hall, Conference Room,
1175 4illiston Road, South Burlinqton, Vermont on i'uesciay,
august 12, 1975 P.M. to consider the following:
`i'he application of the Greater Burlington
.Industrial Corporation, -1r. C. harry 7:3e�hney, 1'',xecu4t-.-.i.vc:y
Director, of 135 Church Street, Burlington, Vermont, for
the approval of a subdivision of a parcel of land
containing approximately one hundred and eighty (180) acres
into an eight (8) lot industrial park, located off
Shunpike Road.
Said land is locates: on the southerly end of
Shunpike Roaa, :rounded on the east by I'iuddy Brook ar.-'L
lands of Robert and Ruby Willis, on the south by
Interstate 89 and lands of neitn Wright and the Loyer
Estate, on the west by lands of l;oland and ielen Tilley
and Leo and Daniel O'Brien and hounded on the north by
land of Laurence and Verna Willis, as per plans on file
in the office of the City Zoning AditAnistrator.
7--26-75
P:illiara B. Wessel, Chairman
South Burlington Planning CoRmiission
Please send bill and two tear sheets to this office.
Very -truly yours,
Richard Ward
Zoning r�drainistrative officer.
{ KNIGHT CONSULTING ENGINEERS, INC
Soils and Structural Engineering
A O. Box 2304 South Burlington, Vt. 0540t
a
i STEPHE'N C. KNIGHT.JR., P. E TEL. 802 663.6863
ROGER W. DORWART, P. E.
ELROY L. LANGDELL, P. E.
JOHN T. BOOTH, P. E.
HENRY C. OATLEY, JR,. P. E.
DONALD J. PARKER, P. E
March 20, 1975
Greater Burlington Improvement Corp.
135 Church Street
Burlington, Vermont 05401
ATTENTION Mr. Harry Behney
Re: Willis Property Preliminary Subsurface Investigation
Gentlemen:
In accordance with your request, we,have reviewed the information
provided by Willis Engineering concerning test pits dug.last August
at the above referenced proposed industrial parka In addition, on
March 14, 1975, we had an,additional five test pits dug, and witnessed
by the undersigned. The enclosed drawing shows approximate locations
of these test pits,.an idealized soil profile, and a log of test pit
observations.
The recent test pits revealed the unexpected: the presence of -bedrock
at depths ranging from 921 to II' in three of the five Moles. Apparent-
ly the pits dug last summer were stopped just short of ledge in several
instances. Test pit #3 was dug to the limit the machine could go, and
no bedrock was encountered.- Test .pit #5, was extended six feet,into a
very dense glacial till. The -hole was stopped at 101 depth because of
very difficult digging conditions. Bedrock is probably very close'to
that level in that area.
The soil overburden on much of the site consists of a'.hard brown deposit
of clayey silt to silty clay, .referred to in the enclosed copy,of .the
USDA county soil map as the Vergennes series of clayey'subsoils. Tliis
deposit is underlain by bedrock, or in some areas by 'several fe'et'of a
very dense brown glacial till over ledge.
The significant exception is the soil revealed by test, .pit #3, approximate-
ly 250' east of Potash 'Brook. Here, the brown silt changes abruptly, at
6 feet in depth, to a very soft blue clay, having an unconfined compress-
ive".'strength on the;order.of tsf,,a liquid limit.o£ S7, and a gl asti
city index of 25./ Thl.S'softl clay was not observed iri test' t>"# ;several'
hundred feet east,of #3, and it is assumed that it does not extend over
more than the west portion of, this property. The ,soft blue clay deposit
probably follows roughly the outline of the Covington clay on the +County
soils mal).
Re: Willis Property
Preliminary Subsurface Investigation
March 20, 1975
- 2 -
The USDA map also shows a more granular "Hinesburg" series of soils
in the vicinity of the proposed access road - this was confirmed by
the Willis test pits. These well drained sand deposits should make
a good sub soil for road construction.
In none of the test pits dug last week was any significant inflow of
water observed. While the brown silt and clay common to much of the
area will hold water and make construction activity difficult in rainy
weather, we do not foresee any significant groundwater problems either
during or after construction.
With the exception of the soft blue clay deposit at the west end of the
site, the soil overburden is generally favorable for construction of
light industrial buildings. We estimate that design of spread footings
over much of the site could be based on an allowable bearing capacity
on the order of 12 to 2.0 tons per square foot. Further exploration,
in the form of standard penetration borings, should be made at individ-
ual building, sites as they -are considered for construction. The,area
underlain by the soft blue clay will be more expensive to develop,,since
special foundation considerations will be required.
In general, it is felt that the land in question possesses good potential
in terms of subsurface conditions. The advantages (proximity of bedrock,
dense overburden) would appear to outweigh the disadvantages ( poor work-
ing condition when wet, frost active nature of soil) of the site. While
a sand plain, such as that at Fort Ethan Allen, would be better in terms
of overall subsurface conditions, we have seen industrial sites developed
on much..worse land.
Ve truly yours,
Ro Dorwart, P.E.
KNIGHT CONSULTING ENGINEERS, INC.
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1975 NOTICE OF APPLICATION AND HEA'
10 VSA, Chapter 1.51 (Act 250)
Application # )IC0190
Pursuant to 10 VSA, 9 6084(b) notice is hereby made that Greater Burlington
Industrial Corporation, P. 0'. Box 7,,96, 139 Church Street, ?lurliry ton, VT c/o Mr. C. Harry ' - 3ur�
(applicant's name and address) Rehney ,
filed an application with District Commission i 11 , on AuFrust 10, 12L
(Date)
for a land use permit for an 190 acre .T_ridustr-1al Park, divided irito f-- }It ( )
(nature and location of project)
lots located off Shun Pike Road in South Purlington ,Vermont _
Pursuant to 10 VSA, § 6085 a hearing will be held on - 1L,r 107�;
(Date)
2:30 p.m, at Chittenden Regional Planning Cormission, 53 Pearl Stre t . >;ssex Jct.
(Location)
Parties to the hearing are the applicant, the municipality, the municipal
planning commission, the regional planning commission, state agencies,
adjoining property owners who request a hearing, and such parties as may
be designated by the commission.
If no party appears in opposition, informal disposition of the case may
be made by stipulation, agreed settlement, consent order, or default as
specified in 3 VSA § 809(d).
District Commisiion #�1
11.1 [Jest Street
(Address)
I?ssex Junction, VT 051152
Phone #
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SOUTH BURLINGTON INDUSTRIAL PARK APPLICATION
GREATER BURLINGTON INDUSTRIAL CORPORATION
P.O. BOX 786 135 CHURCH STREET
BURLINGTON, VERMONT
862-5726
C. HARRY BEHNEY
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
AUGUST 18, 1975
PREFACE
Since 1968, community leaders in South Burlington have
been pursuing developing an industrial park in the area of
the three properties in this application. In the Fall of
1973, Harry Behney, then with the Agency of Development and
Community Affairs, met with members of the City Council,
Planning Commission, and Growth and Development Committee,
and recommended that South Burlington meet with the Board
of Directors of the Greater Burlington Industrial Corpora-
tion for their assistance in the project. GBIC did, in
fact, agree and started negotiations with the land owners
to obtain options.
GBIC was successful in getting options on two (2)
pieces of the property, and has recently obtained a third
parcel. The total of these properties represent 180 acres.
Concurrently, the City went to the voters and won approval.
for a bond issue to extend sewerage to the area, and is
pursuing the details to develop final design for that system
now. Also, South Burlington has laid out a new road to give
additional access to the area, and is working with regional
planning and the highway department for inclusion of the
road as an urban systems project.
GBIC has obtained conditional approval for a loan from
the Vermont Industrial Development Authority for purchase
of the land and for its development. The approval is on
condition of issuance of the Act 250 permit.
DESCRIPTION OF THE PROJECT
The Greater Burlington Development Corporation, a local
non-profit development corporation set up in 1954 with membership
from the business and municipal government community, has option
or owns 180 acres in South Burlington, Vermont.
The project includes all lands north of I-89, bordered on
the west by Potash Brook, on the east by Muddy Brook, and on the
north by the east -west leg of Shunpike Road as if extended to
the west to meet Old Farm Road.
On this site it is intended to develop a road system and
all utilities to serve eight -sites and the same number of new
industries. The site layouts and utility systems have been de-
veloped on the attached plans to make the most esthetic use of
the existing terrain. Construction for roads and utilities will
be done in such a manner as not to disturb the overall condition
of the site. Arrangements have already been made to harvest the
hay for farm feed and therefore the open. areas of the site will
be in productive use even while vacant.
All the requirements of the City of South Burlington are
being met in the proposed layout except sidewalks, and include:
1. 150 foot conservation and natural area set back from
the right-of-way of I-89.
2. 100 foot conservation and natural area set back from
both Potash and Muddy Brooks.
3. Road design and utility layout.
Except for the southerly boundary of the property along
I-89, the land surrounding the property is all zoned industrial.
Natural tree growth along the conservation areas will be main-
taihed.
The site will be served by public water and sewer, power
from Green Mountain Power Corporation, natural gas by Vermont
Gas Systems, and telephone from New England Telephone. Capa-
cities are contained in exhibits in the application.
FINDING UNDER PARAGRAPH 6086
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1. Will not result in undue water or air pollution
All facilities within the project will be connected to public
sewer. The property has a design allocation of ten people
per acre or 1800 people total population. If a project con-
sidered the site that required process water, then the popu-
lation limit would be reduced as converted to gallons of
discharge and/or BOD.
Surface drainage from roads and parking lots will be dis-
charged to Muddy and Potash Brooks through the necessary
catch basins. Due to the soil conditions on the site,
Vergennes Clay, it is not anticipated that flows via drain-
age systems will be significantly increased due to the soil's
current inability to hold water. In addition, the mainten-
ance of lawn and plantings around facilities to be developed
should increase the soil s ability to hold water.
All new facilities to be constructed on the site will be
required by building permits of the state and the City of
South Burlington to meet current and anticipated air pollu-
tion requirements. No outside burning is permitted in
South Burlington, and all projects will be made aware of
this when considering the site.
2. Does have sufficient water available for the reasonably
toreseeable needs ot the sub -division or developmEnt.
A 24 inch transmission of Champlain Water District does
cross the site enroute to Williston and Essex. Water will
be furnished by the Water Department of the City of
South Burlington from a direct tap to the Champlain Water
District Line (see letter Champlain Water District). The
district has surplus capacity in excess of three million
gallons per day.
3. Will not cause an unreasonable burden on an existing water
supply, if one is to'be used.
See paragraph 2 above. An increase in the utilization of
equipment in the Champlain Water District system could
result in additional revenues over production costs, and
,thereby help to stabilize water rates in the future.
4. Will not cause unreasonable soil erosion or reduction in
the capacity of the land to hold water so that a dangerous
or unhealthy condition may result.
See paragraph 1, above. Land is fairly flat with a crown
in the center in the approximate location of the proposed
new access. Water currently drains from the crown both
east and west to the Potash and Muddy Brooks. The working
of the soils for lawns, trees and flower beds should result
in additional capacity of the soil to retain water. Current
untilled condition of the Vergennes Clay soils has resulted
in a hard -pan condition causing quick run-off to the twp
adjacent streams. Storm water collection systems have been
designed to carry water from the new roads to the adjacent
streams with a minimum of disturbance to the banks of the
streams and existing water quality.
5. Will not cause unreasonable highway congestion or unsafe
conditions with respect to use of the hiahways existing
or proposed.
Ingress and egress to.the site currently is available from
Shunpike Road to Williston Road in South Burlington and from
Shunpike Road -to Brownell Road in Williston. Since the in-
ception of this project, we have all felt that in order to
make the site attractive for a meaningful industrial neigh-
borhood, a new access road would be required once the project
has developed.
The City of South Burlington has commitments from the O'Brien
Brothers and Mr. Willis for rights of way to cross their
lands with a new road. The new road would start near the
intersection of Old Farm Road and Kennedy Drive and head
easterly to the intersection of Shunpike, where it makes a
90 degree turn to the east. The proposed road is contem-
plated to be funded under an urban systems grant, and has
been forwarded from the Chittenden County Regional Planning
Commission to the Vermont Highway Department for consider-
ation under urban systems. As soon as potential new manu-
facturers locate on the site, construction on the access road
can begin concurrent with their project. It is anticipated'
that a population of about 200 employees could be handled
on the site utilizing the two legs of Shunpike Road until
the new access road was developed. Off-peak normal business
traffic would be of little concern during working hours be-
cause most visitors, etc., would be coming and going when.
traffic is lighter on Williston. Short phase signalization
could be used at peak hours only for employee ingress and
egress.
Following construction of the new access road and buildup
of the number of employees, it is anticipated that special
bus schedules by Chittenden County Transportation Authority
can be arranged and perhaps full service on the normal
Airport Route. This would reduce the number of cars in the
area and similar service is now available at IBM and General
Electric. (See letter CCTA.)
6. Will not cause an unreasonable burden on the ability of a
municipality to provide educational services.
As stated previously, the major thrust of our recruiting is
for manufacturers who are interested in expanding existing
business in Chittenden County or into Chittenden County.
The desire is to create jobs for people who are already
here with only a few management personnel being relocated.
A typical example is Rossignol, which actually did relocate
here about eight people and hired eighty local people.
The majority of their employees are from Chittenden County
and are evenly spread throughout the towns in the county.
A few employees live outside the county, and do so out of
choice.
Therefore, the taxes paid by new industry would have a very
favorable impact on the South Burlington School District,
and the other communities would not need to provide addi-
tional school facilities.
7. Will not place unreasonable burden on the ability of the
local government to provide municipal or governmental
services.
(See letter City Manager dated April 17, 1975.)
Due to insurance costs and requirements, all structures for
manufacturing are normally fitted with sprinkler systems,
thus cutting down firefighting problems. Building by city
code may not exceed 35 feet in height, therefore precluding
the need for special ladder capability, although the city
has it. Frequently, facilities such as those proposed have
watchmen or guards for security of their own premises. Manu-
facturers like to cooperate with the community on special
training and assistance projects, such as IBM does with its
rescue unit and fire department. The manpower within the
plant also make people available in the community for volun-
teer service on the fire department.
This is a South Burlington motivated project with the desire
among community/leaders to have jobs within the city for its
residents, and new taxes to support community services as
their costs continue to go up, rather than raise the taxes
of the existing residents.
In our judgment, this development should prove to be a
tremendous economic benefit, in.terms of jobs and taxes.
8. Will not have an undue adverse effect on the scenic or
natural beauty of the area, aesthetics, historic sites
or rare and irreplaceable natural areas.
The proposed development will not infringe on the conser-
vation and natural areas set aside by the City of South
Burlington, i.e., 150 foot set -back from the right-of-way
of I-89 and 100 feet from the center of Muddy and Potash
Brooks. We will encourage the industries to use areas ,
such as along Muddy Brook as lunch and picnic areas for
their employees as well as natural areas well maintained
and in keeping with their_ present appearance.
Site plan .review for all plants locating in the park would.
be required by the City of South Burlington; however, GBIC
will review plans prior to their submission to ensure com-
pliance, as well as:
A. Compatible landscaping to the GBIC master plan,
and that of others in the park. Landscaping
would have to meet or, exceed the City's require-
ment of 3% of the first $200,000; 2% of the
next $200,000; and 1% over $400,000 in project
cost. Project will not destroy or imperil any
necessary wildlife habitat or species.
B. All parking to the side and rear of the buildings.
C. Mixture of building finishes with a minimum of
pre-engineered structures and those only using
exterior facing on the front of stone, glass,
brick, and other esthetically appealing
materials.
D. Minimum signing, and then to a standard theme.
E. Building -to -land ratio maintained on all. sites.
GBIC includes paving in calculating the ratio
and normally does not exceed a 50/50 ratio.
Enforcement is best accomplished by requiring review by
GBIC prior to submission to the South Burlington Planning
Commission and issuance of the City's permit prior to the
transfer of title by deed. Deed would then refer to re-
quirements of GBIC and the City.
10.
K. Development affecting public investments: There
are no public investments adjacent to the site
except I-89 and the sewer and road investment
being made by South Burlington,to make the entire
project viable. No adverse effect is contemplated.
L. Rural growth area: The area under consideration
is considered in the Urban growth area of South
Burlington.
Is in conformance with any duly adopted local or regional
plan or capital program under Chapter 117 (91) of Title 24.
This project is fully in keeping with South Burlington's
Master Plan dated February 28, 1974, its Zoning Ordinance
dated March 21, 1974 and April 29, 1975, and its Subdivi-
sion regulations dated September 23, 1963. The South
Burlington Planningg Commission granted approval to the
project on August 13, 1975. (See letter attached South
Burlington Zoning Administrative Officer dated August 14,
1975.)
This project is also in accordance with the proposed
Chittenden County Regional Plan now under consideration.
City of South Burlington
1175 WILLISTON ROAD
SOUTH BURLINGTON, VERMONT 05401
TEL. 863-2891
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Soils and Structural Engineering t
P. O. Box 2304 South Burlington, Vt. 05401 -
STEPHZN C. KNIGHT, JR., P. E TEL 802863.6868
ROGER W. DORWART. P. E.
ELROY L. LANGDELI- P. 6,
JOHN T. BOOTH, P. E.
HENRY C. OATLEY, JR.. P. E.
DONALO J. PARKER, P. E
March 20, 1975
Greater Burlington Improvement Corp.
135 Church Street
Burlington, Vermont 05401
ATTENTION: Mr. ILarry Behney,
Re: Willis Property - Preliminary Subsurface Investigation
Gentlemen:
In accordance with your request, we have reviewed the information .
provided by Willis Engineering concerning test pits dug last August
at the above referenced proposed industrial park. In addition, on .
March 14, 1975, we had an additional five test pits dug, and witnessed
by the undersigned. The enclosed drawing shows approximate locations
01 these test pits, an idealized soil profile, and a log of test pit
observations.
The recent test pits revealed the unexpected: the presence of bedrock
at depths ranging from 921 to 11' in three of the five holes. Apparent-
ly the pits dug last summer were stopped just short of ledge in several
instances. Test pit #3 was dug to the limit the machine could go, and
no bedrock was encountered. Test ,pit #5, was extended six feet into'a
very dense glacial till. The hole was stopped at 10' depth because of
very difficult digging conditions. Bedrock is probably very close'to
that level :in that area.
The soil overburden on much of the site consists of a hard brown deposit
of clayey silt to silty clay, referred to in the enclosed copy of the
USDA county soil map as the Vergennes series of clayey subsoils. This
deposit is underlain by 'bedrock, or in some areas by several feet of a
very dense brown glacial -till over ledge.
The significant exception is the soil revealed by test, pit #3, approximate-
ly 250' east of Potash Brook. Elere, the brown silt changes abruptly, at
6 feet in depth, to a very soft blue clay, having an unconfined compress-
ive strength on the,order:of ;ztsf, a liquid limit,of 57 .and a'pla.sti
city index of 25:' This soft clay was not observed in test' -}pit it several
hundred feet cast ,of #3, and it is assumed that it does not extend over
more than the west portion of this property. The soft blue clay deposit
probably follows roughly the,outline of the Covington clay on the county
soils map.
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Preliminary Subsurface Investigation March 20,.1975
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The USDA map also shows a more granular "Hinesburg" series of soils
in the vicinity of the proposed access road - this was confirmed by
the Willis test pits. These well drained sand deposits should make
a good sub soil for road construction.
In none of the test pits dug last week was any significant inflow of
water observed. While the brown silt and clay common to much of the
area will hold water and make construction activity difficult in rainy
wCa her, we do not foresee any significant groundwater problems either
during or after construction.
With the exception of the soft blue clay deposit at the west end of the
site, the soil overburden is generally favorable for construction of
light industrial buildings. We estimate that design of spread footings
over much of the site could be based on an allowable bearing capacity
on the order of ll- to 2.0 tons per square foot. Further exploration,
in the form of standard penetration borings, should be made at individ-
ual building, sites as theyare considered for construction. The area
underlain by the soft blue clay will be more expensive to develop, since
special foundation considerations will be required.
In general, it is felt that the land in question possesses good potential
in terms of subsurface conditions. The advantages (proximity of bedrock,
dense overburden) would appear to outweigh the disadvantages ( poor work-
ing condition when wet, frost active nature of soil) of the site. Mile
a sand plain, such as that at Fort Ethan Allen, would be better in terms
of overall subsurface conditions, we have seen industrial sites developed
orj much,_worse land.
Very truly yours,
Ro Dorwart, P.E.
KNIGHT CONSULTING ENGINEERS, INC.
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PLEASE DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE
NO.
Filed:
(Location) (Date)
Signature of Coordinator/Corn. Member
1. Name, address and phone number of the person seeking this permit? The
Greater Burlington Industrial Corporation, P.O. Box 786, 135 Church Street
Burlington, Vermont 05401 Tel: 862-5726
2. Name, address and phone number of the person to be contacted regarding this
application? (Complete this only if different from #1 above.)
Corporation.
3. Describe the project briefly including its location, type, number of units,
lots, etc. Indicate the high and low elevations and outline the tract of
land on a county highway map and attach the map to this form. 180 Acre
Industrial Park, divided into 8 lots, off Shun Pike Road in South
Burlington, Vermont. High elevation 355; low elevation 330•
4. Give the address of each of the applicant's offices in Vermont, if any.
135 Church Street, Burlington, Vermont 05401
5. Does the applicant own the tract of land in fee simple? If not, what is
the applicant's legal interest in the land, what is the name and address
of the owner? 37.8 Acres — Option—D. Boyer
110 Acres — Option—L.H. Willis
32.2 Acres — Option—K.M. Wright
When did the applicant acquire ownership or control of the land?
Willis — 1974; Boyer and Wright 1975
6. If the applicant is not applying as an individual, what kind of legal
entity is the applicant filing as, e.g, partnership, corporation, etc.,
and the date and place the legal entity was formed. (Foreign corpora-
tions must supply the date they registered with the Secretary of State
for the State of Vermont, and the name of the person upon whom legal
processes are to be served.) Corporation
1/15/54 Burlington, Vermont
7. a. How many acres are in the entire tract of land? In answering this,
include the total acreage of the landowner. 180
b. How many acres are directly involved in this project? 180
8. On the back side of this page, write in the names and addresses of all
adjoining property owners. If you are not the landowner, list the names
and addresses of all property owners adjoining the landowner's tract of
land.
9. When do you plan to begin this project? Spring, 1976
When will this project be completed? Indefinite
10. Attach, when applicable, a copy of: restrictive covenants to be used in
deeds, restrictive provisions set forth in leases, bylaws of condominium
associations, or any other restrictions.
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11. Financing:
a. Excluding the cost of the land, what is the total cost of the project?
$225,000 . Applicants for subdivisions should include cost
of any improvements, such as roads, ponds, etc.
b. How will this project be funded, what financing has been obtained, and
what additional financing will be necessary? State of Vermont
Industrial Development Fund
c. If performance bonds will be required of contractors, attach details
of the bonds.
12. What municipal services do you intend to utilize? X police; X fire
protection; solid waste disposal; X road maintenance; X sewage
disposal; X water supply; other. (explain).
13. Will this project involve any of the following: (check those that apply.)
a. Fuel burning equipment c. Incinerators
b. Process equipment d. Air pollution control equipment
NOTE: Complete 14 and 15 below only when instructed to do so by a district coordina-
or.
14. I/we hereby certify and affirm under oath that I/we have notified by personal
service or by certified mail, return receipt requested, the parties entitled
to notice of my/our application pursuant to Title 10 VSA, §6084, as follows:
(Each of the parties get a complete application, including plans):
City of South Burlington, 1175 Williston Road, South Burlington, Vermont
fame an ress o Municipality)
South Burlington Planning Commission, 1175 Williston,R., South Burlington, Vt.
(Name and Address of MunicipalPlanning'Commission)
Chittenden County Regional Pl Commission 8 Pearl St., E Vt.
Name and Address o e'gional Planning ommission
Signatur
Laurence & Verna Willis
251 Shun Pike Road
South Burlington, Vermont
Robert & Ruby Willis
Shun Pike Road
Williston, Vermont
Roland and Helen Tilley
Old Farm Road
Burlington, Vermont
ADJOINING PROPERTY OWNERS
Leo and Daniel OtBrien
Old Farm Road
South Burlington, Vermont
Highway Department
State of Vermont
Montpelier, Vermont
Greater Burlington Industrial Corporation
South Burlington Industrial Park
Schedule A
See attached plans. The utilities proposed are to be considered preliminary at
this time - sizes, slopes, locations and appurtenances are subject to modification
upon the completion of final engineering studies.
Schedule B
a) See attached plan -profile of the road. Final design grades or alignment may
vary slightly from that depicted. The sight distance at the intersection of Shun
Pike Road and the proposed road is 800 feet northerly along Shun Pike Road, 430
feet easterly along Shun Pike Road, and 1500 feet westerly along the proposed
South Burlington Industrial Road. The sight distance at the leg of the proposed
park road extends to either end. The layout of parking facilities will be included
in the site plan of individual industries.
b) Street lighting is proposed along the park road. Due to the location of the
existing power R.O.W., it is anticipated that the majority of the industries can.
be serviced from the rear of the lots.
c) During the construction of the road and installation of utilities the topsoil
will be removed and minor cut and fill operations will be undertaken. Additionally,
there will be some shaping undertaken in conjunction with site drainage. It is the
intention of the Greater Burlington Industrial Corporation to keep the disturbed
areas to a minimum. As soon as practicable after final shaping, the disturbed
areas shall be treated with seed, fertilizer and mulch. The specific steps to be
undertaken and the quantities of seed, fertilizer and mulch to be applied will be
delineated in the contract specifications for the construction of the road and
utilities. Similar specifications will be included on the site plan review for the
individual industries locating in the park. The erosion hazard on Vergennes and
Covington Soils, the predominant soil types (see soils sheet), ar-- listed by the
Soil Conservation Service as being slight to moderate.
No landscaping is anticipated in conjuction with the construction of the road.
Individual industries will be required to commit 3% of construction cost to
landscaping and planting. (See conceptual site plan)
d) The disposal of garbage and refuse shall be contracted to local companies
by the industries involved.
e) A road drainage system will be installed with discharge to Potash and Muddy
Brooks. Upon completion of the engineering design, application shall be made to
the Water Resources Department for a discharge permit. The land slopes in both
directions toward the two streams from the center of the property. As the road
generally follows the higher land, stormwater will continue to follow its present
flow to these streams. Drainage associated with each industry will be included in
the site plan for that individual industry.
f) Details of Sturctures and Signs for the individual industries shall be included
in the site plan.
Schedule C
See attached letter from the City of South Burlington. Treatment capacity has
been reserved at the South Burlington Airport Drive Treatment Plant.
Schedule D
See attached letter from the Champlain Water District. There is a 24 inch main
along the proposed South Burlington Industrial Road and down Shun Pike Road.
Pressure in this line is approximately 80 psi.
Schedule E
Public Building Plans for the individual buildings will be submitted when they are
completed.
Schedule F
Technical information for review, under air pollution guidelines,will be submitted,
:L' applicable, by the individual industry. In addition, the City of South Burlington
Zoning Regulations have addressed this subject.
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Willis EnF;ineering Associates, Inc.
295 ahunpike I -load
'outer Burlington, Vermont 05401
Jul,* 1.6, 1975
Re: Champlain :,rater District water line connections
Dcar 7ir:
Please be advised ttiat it is the established policy of t,ie Champlain
dater District to permit service connections to Champlain .later District
water transmission mains. A. copy of Ouam,)lain Dater District connection
regulations is enclosed.
13a:;ed on tide above: referred -nolicy, the Champlain Water District will
Permit a connection to its main along, the ShunpikI; e oad in South Burlington
to serve the proposed G.'_3.I.C. industrial development in that area. Arran^e-
1 ments for the actual connection, ester lis;iment of technical details, anO,
J payment of tie required fee will have to be arran-ed throu,?,n tue Souga Burlir. r--
ton ';rater T)el)artrient.
If more information is required on this subject, please let us know.
le grill be glad to help in any manner possible.
Sgiin ceefre�ly $
R. W. Fmerick
:executive Director
RlriIsp
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VERMONT GAS SYSTEMS 31 SWIFT STREET, SOUTH BURLINGTON, VERMONT 05401, PHONE (802) 863-4513
INC.
August 4, 1975
Mr. Richard Trundell
Willis Engineering
295 Shunpike Road
Williston, Vermont
Dear Mr. Trundell:
Regarding our supply of Natural Gas to serve the
proposed G.B.I.C. area on Shunpike Road, Williston,
Vermont, please be advised that we presently have
a gas main to serve that area on Williston Road.
To extend the gas mains on Shunpike Road we will
require a feasibility study knowing estimated load
requirements, distances to customers, etc.
We will look forward to working with G.B.I.C. as this
development progresses.
Very truly yours,
VERMONT GAS SYSTEMS, INC.
D. J. Johnson
Manager, Sales & Service
J/H
City of South Burlington
r 1175 WILLISTON ROAD
SOUTH BURLINGTON, VERMONT 05401
l - TEL.863.2891
J OFFICE OF
VERMONT'S NINTH AND CITY MANAGER
FASTEST GROWING CITY WILLIAM J. SZYMANSKI
August 12, 1975
Willis Engineering Associates, Inc.
295 Shunpike Road
South Burlington, Vermont 05401
Re: Industrial Zone Sewage
Attention: Dick Trudell
Dear Dick:
The consultants for the design of the City Phase V
sewer system which includes the G.B.I.C. Industrial Park
have estimated their design flow on an equivalent of 10
persons per acre at 65 g.p.d. usage and 40 g.p.d. infiltration.
1 The total estimated average flow is 200,000 g.p.d.
J The area included is all land between Muddy Brook
and Potosh Brook and between F.A.I 89 and Shunpike 'Road,
-the the new Industrial Road; or all land G.B.I.C. is.expected
to acquire. a
Very truly yours,
CITY OF SOUTH BURLINGTON
WilliamvJ. Szymanski
City Manager
WJS:gmy
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CHITTENOEN COUNTY
TRANSPORTATION
AUTHORITY
1 Industrial Parkway
Burlington, Vermont 05401
P.O. Box BOJ
Telephone BB4-0211
July 18, 1975
Mr. Gaston A. Tessier, President
Greater Burlington Industrial Corp.
135 Church Street
Burlington, VT 05401
Dear Mr. Tessier:
In reference to the proposed Greater Burlington Industrial Park in South
Burlington, please be assured that as the park develops and the new
access road is constructed that the Chittenden County Transportation
Authority would be eager to provide bus transportation for employees in
the area.
As you are aware, we do serve both General Electric and International
Business Machines with regular and special commuter service. We would
consider the same for the industrial park once the employment level in
the. park warrants. The Authority does subscribe to the idea of concen-
tration of activities in areas such as the South Burlington Industrial Park
as it does allow for economical utilization of such services as mass transit.
When the proposed new access road to the industrial site is developed, it is
possible that the commissioners would consider extending the Airport Route
to the park on a regular basis, thereby making the Airport and the entire CCTA
system available to tenants in the park.
I would be most happy to meet with industries considering the park, or your-
self, to outline how the Chittenden County Transportation Authority is able
to serve them.
Very truly yours,
i
Charles E. Ketcham, Chairman
Board of Commissioners
D
City of South Burlington
VERNIOINT'S NINTH AND
FA,,-r1--ST GROWING CITY
1170MI_LISTON ROAD
SOUTH BURLINGTON, VEnNIONT 05 401
TEL. 863-2891
April 17, 1.075
Mr. C. Harry Bchney
Lxecutive Director_
GBIC
135 Chi-irch Street
Burlington, Vermont 0540.1
Dear Harry:
OFFICE OF
CITY MANAGER
WILLIAM J. SZYMANSKI
In reference to the GDIC project off Shunpike Road on the
Willis property, public facility information is as follows:
1. A sewerage collection system for the site has been
approved by the voters and is currently under design.
The collection system will he connected to the
Airport .Parkway Disposal Plant. The plant has a -
design capacity of 3_.2 milli -on gallons per day and
is currently experiencing an average daily flow of
700,000 gallons per day.
2. The city is obtaining rights -of -way for a new access
road to the area. Estimated costs have been projected
in the capital program for the city and funding is
being actively sought.
3. A 24-inch water main of the Champlain Water District
runs through the site and is serviced by its water
plant with a design capacity of nine million gallons
per day and is now pumping an average of three r:illi.on
gallons per day.
It is not expected that the industrial development of this area
will have any adverse effect on any of the City of South Burli_ng-
Lon's public services.
Very truly yours,
William ��> S';ymanski
City Manager
WJS/h
Giin,'N MOUNTAIN POWER CORPORATION
P.O. Box 486
GRE-EN MOUNTAIN DRIVE, MONTPF.LIER, VERNION'r 05602
802/223-5235
. May �.. 1975
I H "' Director
Induou'rial Corp.
von -aoat U'hol
L�Oar 1-1r. !:1m,--Y:
ia 11210 to your requcat- conecm::A-1)" clo-c-'rical service for the
pvo!,31�,�Y on S�Izlplkc, Road in Soutil Durlhigton,, Ve?,-mont,
Vormolit Public S'arvico Law, Greon 11ouitain Power
1-j d "to furialsh reez-onably adcquate cervico, acco=naodations
has Won ablc to anticipato custcmarls mquire-
alld 111-3 necosoary fazi3j�Aes for added loads. It is our
-n---oc,
- U- nUon i,o ,n-�� 6-1171UO t1lis policj in accordzmco with applicable Public Service
1,om,d regulationo.
:.-;surdno`l 1-,Lo project is approved by ti-A-1 noccomary agmeico., Green Mountain
Po:ior Corporation will cooperate in aver tray to provid3 safe, adequate
i�xid roliablo c1cctrical oorvico., wh n it is n-scd,-;,d.
Tiaore are c-LictJng troammiosion, substation,, and cUotribution facilities
"D:)a Of tho, proposod industrial par:,,, Info - ti0 n 01yo r electrical al
Chould by discuosed with a3 soon as possible so that
propur lead and plarming racy ba act-cdulcd.
V(-,.,.,y truly yours,,
Chief Enn-inoor
hip D/I 11 g,
VIDA No, 4
2) My (4) (5) VERMONT '�NDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AUT�HORITY
Findings of Planning Commission otil fAunicipility
(To be lwepared by 7iJunicipal Plannin,', ('ommjssion; if no ITunicipal Planning Commission exists, Munici-
pal Officers or Regional Plannin,,.r Con,,i-rJssjo-n may make findings.)
Name of Planning Corn missio n' �O1rMTr_Mr,.fp:nI11T, .. FmiOi l'o-ri-knnton. T 1,-�nnq^_no
Description of Proposed Industrial Project or Park 140'.�'
7,-,.rrn. o:C-f' T, CAL ":7 .... .. T'u.7-(,,1 ....... .
tv......... . ... .. ..
AT ti i i i ci p a] i ty in which Proposed In di i s t rial Project. or Park is to be I o ca t e d S. n t 11: 11
.. .................. I .................. . .. ........ I .. .... .
The undersiined
— 1. t (In ............................... ......................................
(AT1111jeip'll Offileel's) (Planning; Commission)
of the City, T6NN of .. .... ...... ... ... ... ... ..... . ....... . Vermont, after
a StL'OZV oF the proposed industrial site, a review of the municipal ordinances and a general study of Vie
ei"Yeets of the proposed industrial project or park upon the municipality in which it is to he locaie(I !-,ere-
"vith sl'billit 1,110 followilly, fmdin,,rs at the request of the Vermont. Industrial Development Authority.
1, That the proposed industrial project or park i(wiflt (will not) violate eyisting zoning ordinances
and regulations, and would be. located in a district zoned
..............
2, That the proposed industrial project or park (is) accord with a comprehensive municipal
plan.
2. That the proposed indiistriil project or park (will) involve unusiml costs to the com-
munity.
TC afflirmativo---estimate, costs ---
Water Mains $ ...... . ............ Street Extensions S
Sewer Mains c' ........ Other costs (itemized)
I c- f 7, r (-� r� i i I rl I I 1 1) J. 17 v ni 'rvA 5-. flTZe
IF V 0 1.- (W I t 1 (7 C ("I F ;z �1 1 0 0
4. Fhat the proposed industrial project or park (i,�) (imj<j, ",f) in the best interests of -the community
for the following reasons:
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novi F-,-'tc"s fnr Arcl
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CO. ESUR S.ISMIC�'�01M
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25 1974
i
Willis I-Oarm ;
Shun:. Pike Road
SoaBack
A .c �",
p� is %P? G'A 4 UI2dL1C�@d. on cZ�p oxi ml el�r
1l0 c3CL"�C; G7f the
dill �asV ',
T axrd'on. August 28, :►_974 The tests were
conductind -on a '
540, foq' gir,ra the attached plan for test:
jocat%orC.'o3Yo��ir��
.is'a'.tabulation :(D" "he '.re:sults r
Test' Pig. :'
0-l0;" sandy topsoil, '
10"-47" Fine to Medium sand
W-78,1 tr fine sand
L'1��o� _ , douse ,
Grouradwatei at 7
TestPjt d2 Y
.--
0-"71` ','Sa31dy topsoil'
7"~20" ,Fine to medium sand
201'-4007 Salt' with pockets of
" dine sand and clay
40 Silt,.fine' sand`
Clay dense
0-�oundwater at 108" '
Test pile '`01 .
Sandy tc'pso l '
1 18" Kedium. sand
18"-9 Fine to medium sand,
No grouindwater encountered '
Test nit 04
0-1011 Loamy topsoil.
loft -Q°+ Loam -fine `sand, silt., clay
20"-64e► Silty clay
64°�g��t" Clay soft
T.7 r.oiirir,viate'r enc0unt•,ree �
,1'
f ji•
9 'j
TPCJ.�1,-
t S
0_911 Loamy topsoil
9"-19'° .ajoam-fine sand, silt, 'clay
1911--84" Clay dense
No groundwater encountered*
SOIL REPORT
Willis _,Inn
Page :two,,,
August 255 19*74,
Test it # 6
Clayey topsoil.
Clay very dense
30",-:96"
Silt,'clayo f in6 sand dense
No, groundwater encountered*
Test p i t It 7
0 -1061
clayey, topsofi
I0"-96 11
Clay -', very dense
90-1-1,111
silt' 61ay,' fine sand: dense
too groundwater encountered*'
Test 2 1 t J_tS_
Clayey topsoil
l0lr-66�1
Clay very dense
66"-96"
Silt, clay, fine sand dense
No groundwater encountered*.
'Test pit 49
0-801
Clayey topsoil
Silty clay - very dense
Groundwater,lat 72
Test pit # 10 -
0-10
Claylay toposil
10"-44"
Silty, clay dense
Clay
Groundwater at 44".
Test pit
7—
vl�
0-101,
Clayey topsoil
1.
10"-40
Silty clay dense
40"
Clay
�J
o groundwater encountered*
Test pit #.12
0-9"
Clayey topsoil
9 -32'
Silty clay pockets of Silt
32"-96"
Silty.clay.
No groundwater encountered*
m
;.
SOIL REPORT }
Willis Farm
Page three
a� 1
August 26, 1974
Test pit #13
0-911:
Clayey topsoil
9"-30"
Silt, clay ,
30"-46"
Silty clay - dense '
46"-9611
Silt, fine sand - gravelly, dense
No groundwater encountered*
Test pit #14
0-10"
Clayey topsoil '
10"-40"
Silt, clay
40"-102"
Silty clay - dense
Groundwater at 40"
* Test pits'in
the clay and silty clay soils were not left open
for a sufficient time to allow the groundwater to flow from the
"No
clay and establish
equilibrium. Pits in which groundwater
encountered*" is
reported, therefore, might have exhibited a water
table, had the
pits been open for several days.
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KNIGHT CONSULTING ENGINEERS, . >INC.
Soils and Structural Engineering
P. a Box 2304 South Burlington, Vt. 05401
STEPHEN C. KNIGHT, JR., P. I- TEL. 802 IB83-6868
ROGER W. DORWART. P. E.
ELROY L. LANGDELL, P. E.
JOHN T. BOOTH, P. E.
HENRY C. OATLEY, JR., P. E.
DONALD J. PARKER, P. E.
March 20, 1975
Greater Burlington Improvement Corp.
135 Church Street
Burlington, Vermont 05401
ATTENTION: Mr. Harry Behney
Re: Willis Property - Preliminary Subsurface Investigation
Gentlemen:
In accordance with your request, we have reviewed the information
provided by Willis Engineering concerning test pits dug last August
at the above referenced proposed industrial park. In addition, on
March 14, 1975, we had an,additional five test pits dug, and witnessed
by the undersigned. The enclosed drawing shows approximate locations
of these test pits, an idealized soil profile, and a log of test pit
observations.
The recent test pits revealed the unexpected: the presence of bedrock
at depths ranging from 9i' to 11' in three of the five holes. Apparent-
ly the pits dug last summer were stopped just short of ledge in several
instances. Test pit #3 was dug to the limit the machine could go, and
no bedrock was encountered. Test pit #S, was extended Six feet into a
very dense glacial till. The -hole was stopped at 10' depth because of
very difficult digging conditions. Bedrock is probably,very close to
that level in that area.
The soil overburden on much of the site consists of a b and brown deposit
of clayey silt to silty clay, referred to in the enclosed copy of the
USDA county soil map as the Vergennes'series of clayey subsoils. This
deposit is underlain by bedrock, or in some areas by several feet of a
.very dense brown glacial till over ledge.
The significant exception is the soil revealed by test, pit #3, approximate-
ly 250' east of Potash Brook. Here, the brown silt changes abruptly, at
6 feet in depth, to a very soft blue clay, having an unconfined compress-
ive strength on the order of z tsf, a liquid limit of 57;,4nd.a plasti-
city index of 2S./ This soft clay was not observed in test pit #4; several
hundred feet east -of #3, and it is assumed that it dbes not extend over
more than the west portion of this property. The soft blue clay deposit
probably follows roughly the outline of the Covington clay on the county
soils ,map.
Re: Willis Property
Preliminary Subsurface Investigation
- 2 -
March 20, 1975
The USDA map also shows a more granular "Hinesburg" series of soils
in the vicinity of the proposed access road - this was confirmed by
the Willis test pits. These well drained sand deposits should make
a good sub soil, for road construction.
In none of the test pits dug last week was any significant inflow.of
water observed. While the brown silt and clay common to much of the
area will hold water and make construction activity difficult in rainy
w2at'her, we do not foresee any significant groundwater problems either
during or after construction._.
With the exception of the soft blue clay deposit at the west end of the
site, the soil overburden is generally favorable for construction of
light industrial buildings. We estimate that design of spread footings
over much of the site could be based on an allowable bearing capacity
on the order of 12 to 2.0 tons per square foot. Further exploration,
in the form of standard penetration borings, should be made at individ-
ual building, sites as they -are considered for construction. The area
underlain by the soft blue clay will be more expensive to develop, since
special foundation considerations will be required.
In general, it is felt that the land in question possesses good potential
in terms of subsurface conditions. The advantages (proximity of bedrock,
dense overburden) would appear to outweigh the disadvantages ( poor work-
ing condition when wet, frost active nature of soil) of the site. While
a sand plain, such as that at Fort Ethan Allen, would be better in terms
of overall subsurface conditions, we have seen industrial sites developed
on much.,worse land.
Ve truly yours,
Ro Dorwart, P.E.
KNIGHT CONSULTING ENGINEERS, INC.
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MzB92AEDUM
TO: WILLIAM SZYMANSKI, CITY MANAGER
FROM: STEP HEN PAGE, PLANNING ASSISTANT
RE: GBIC-FINAL SUBDIVISION PLAN
DATE: MAY 14t 1976
The final subdivision hearing is set for Tuesday 25.
1 just have a few thoughts on the plan -many of them were prob-
ably already covered at the preliminary hearing before I came
on board last fall.
95U*7
-a wider R.O.W. at the park entrance might allow for left turn
stacking for traffic approaching from the east going into the
park and also a continual right turn for approaching from the
west, entering the park.
-cul-de-sac and curve radii sufficient for tractor trailers?
-street names?
-GBIC land for Muddy Brook bridge should be designated on the
plat.
-How will Shunpike Road be terminated and at whose expense?
-Is a light necessary at the entrance to the Park?
-A ROW extension to the west of the west cul-de-sac would provide
access to contiguous industrial land.
Miscgllanous
-CO district on lots 6 & 7 should be deliveated.
-performance bond
-pedestrian access to Muddy Brook might be feasible at the pro-
posed bridge site.
-City should get "as built" drawings for future reference purposes.
M E M O R A N D U M
TO: PLANNING COMMISSION
FROM: WILLIAM SZYMANSKI
RE: G .B.I.C. DEVELOPMENTS WILLIS PROPERTY, SHUNPIKE ROAD
DATE: AUGUST 12, 1975
Roads
Water
1. I would prefer straight roads especially the north -
south road.
2. The proposed Industrial Road and Shunpike Road to
Williston will be major roads. The offset at the
intersection of these roads will create a problem.
The new road or existing Shunpike should be
realigned so that center lines intersect within
the intersection.
3. Shunpike Road is 49.5 feet in width. Additional
R.O.W. (5.251) from lot 7#1 should be committed for
road widening.
4. A commitment from G.B.I.C. for additional land near
Muddy Brook for a future new bridge should be obtained.
5. Mountable concrete curbs should be installed adjacent
to lots which will access onto street.
1. Additional values should be provided at water main
intersections to minimize shutoff areas during
emergencies.
2. Hydrants should be on opposite side of intersection
for snow plowing purposes.
Storm Sewer
1. Due to clay soil, metal or aluminum pipe is not
recommended.
2. An inlet should be added at end of each cul-de-sac.
Sanitary Sewers
1. A fire hydrant should be provided near the sewage
lift station.
Other Comments
1. There may be utility sleeves across the interstate
in the proximity of this development. This should
be checked out with State Highway Department.
2. Street light layout should be reviewed by Power
Company.
3. Plans do not specify if power is underground or over-
head.
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CONSULTANTS,
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29l5 SHUN PIKE ROAM�!
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SO. SURLINOTON, VVRMONT
864-0777
August-26, 1974
SOIL REPORT
j
Willis Farm
Shun Pike Road
So. Burlington,
Vt
Project No. --4004
Backhoe test pits were conducted on approximately
110-acres of the
Willis Farm on August 23, 1974. The tests were
conducted on a ,
500 foot grid.
See the attached plan for test
locations. Following
is a tabulation
of the results:
Test Pit #1
0-10"
Sandy topsoil
10"-47"
Fine to medium sand
47"-7811
Silt, fine sand
78"-120"
Clay - dense
'Groundwater at 47"
Test Pit #2
0-7"
Sandy topsoil
7"-20"
Fine to medium sand
20"-40"
Silt, with pockets of
fine sand.and clay
40"-108"
Silt, fine sand
108"-120" -
Clay - dense
Groundwater at 108"
Test pit #3
0-1111
Sandy topsoil
11"-18"
Medium sand
18"-96'
Fine to medium sand
No groundwater encountered
Test pit #4
0-10"
Loamy topsoil
10"-20"
Loam -fine sand, silt, clay
20"-64"
Silty clay
64"-96" _
Clay -- sofa
No groundwater encountered*
Test pit #5
0-9"
Loamy topsoil _
9"-19"
Loam -fine sand, silt, ` clay
19"-84"
Clay - dense
No groundwater encountered*
SOIL REPORT
Willis Farm
Page two
August 26,
19.74
Test pit
46
0-11"
Clayey topsoil
11"-301#
Clay - very dense:
3011;9610
Silt, clay, fine sand - dense
No groundwater encountered*
Test 2t
#
0-1011.
Clayey topsoil
10"-96"
Clay - very dense
96"-114".
Silt, clay, fine sand = dense
No groundwater encountered*
Test pit
#8
0-10"
Clayey topsoil
1011_66"
Clay - very dense
66"-96"
Silt, clay, tine sand - dense
No groundwater encountered*
Test pit
#9
0-8"
Clayey topsoil
8"-84"
Silty clay- very dense
Groundwater .at 72"
Test pit
#10.
0-1011 µ
Clayey toposil
10"-44" ';
Silty clay - dense
44"-96"
Clay
Groundwater at 44"
Test pit#1I
0-10"
Clayey topsoil
10"-40"
Silty clay - dense
40"-9611
Clay
No groundwater encountered*
Test wit
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0-9"
Clayey topsoil
9"=32"
Silty clay - pockets of silt
32"-96"
Silty clay
No groundwater encountered*
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Test pit #13
0-9"
Clayey topsoil
9"-30"
Silt, clay '
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30"-46"
Silty clay - dense
46"-96"
Silt, fine sand - gravelly, dense
No groundwater encountered*
Test pit #14
0-10"
Clayey topsoil
10"-40"
Silt, clay
40"-102"
Silty clay - dense
Groundwater at 40"
* Test pits in
the clay and silty clay soils were not left open
for a sufficient time to allow the groundwater to flow from the
clay and establish
equilibrium. Pits in which "No groundwater
encountered*"
is reported, therefore, might have exhibited a water
table, had the
pits been open for several days.