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HomeMy WebLinkAboutSD-10-33 - Decision - 0265 Aviation Avenue#SD-10-33 CITY OF SOUTH BURLINGTON DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND ZONING CITY OF BURLINGTON — 265 AVIATION AVENUE FINAL PLAT APPLICATION #SD-10-33 FINDINGS OF FACT AND DECISION Burlington International Airport, hereafter referred to as the applicant, is seeking final plat approval for a three (3) lot subdivision to create lease parcels "H" and "I", 265 Aviation Avenue. The Development Review Board held a public hearing on Tuesday, October 19, 2010. Jon Leinwohl represented the applicant. Based on testimony provided at the above mentioned public hearing and the plans and supporting materials contained in the document file for this application, the Development Review Board finds, concludes, and decides the following: FINDINGS OF FACT 1. The applicant is seeking final plat approval for a three (3) lot subdivision to create parcels "H" and "I", 265 Aviation Avenue. 2. The owner of record of the subject property is City of Burlington. 3. The application was received on September 27, 2010 4. The subject property is located in the Airport Industrial Zoning District. 5. The plan submitted consists of a plat entitled, "Lease Area Plan For ASH Building, Parking and Apron Elan Air, Inc. D/B/A Heritage Burlington International Airport," prepared by Stantec dated 9/30/2010. SUBDIVISION CRITERIA Pursuant to Section 15.18 of the South Burlington Land Development Regulations, subdivisions shall comply with the following standards and conditions: Sufficient water supply and wastewater disposal capacity is available to meet the needs of the project. According to Section 15.13 of the South Burlington Land Development Regulations, the existing public water system shall be extended so as to provide the necessary quantity of water, at an acceptable pressure. The units on the proposed lots will be connected to the public water system. The South Burlington Water Department has already reviewed and approved the proposed water lines. According to Section 15.13 of the South Burlington Land Development Regulations, the subdivider or developer shall 1 FAUSERS\Planning & Zoning\Development Review Board\Findings_Decisions\2010\BurlingtonlnternationalAirport_SD_10_33_ffd.doc #SD-10-33 connect to the public sewer system or provide a community wastewater system approved by the City and the State in any subdivision where off -lot wastewater is proposed. The proposed subdivision does not involve any construction, so this criterion is not applicable. Sufficient grading and erosion controls will be utilized during and after construction to prevent soil erosion and runoff from creating unhealthy or dangerous conditions on the subject property and adjacent properties. The proposed subdivision does not involve any construction, so this criterion is not applicable. The project incorporates access, circulation, and traffic management strategies sufficient to prevent unreasonable congestion of adjacent roads The proposed subdivision does not involve any construction, so this criterion is not applicable. The project's design respects and will provide suitable protection to wetlands, streams, wildlife habitat as identified in the Open Space Strategy, and any unique natural features on the site. The City's Official Wetland Map indicates that there are no wetlands on the subject piece. Also, as there is no construction proposed at this time this criterion is not applicable. The project is designed to be visually compatible with the planned development patterns in the area, as specified in the Comprehensive Plan and the purpose of the zoning district(s) in which it is located. The proposed subdivision is compatible with the planned development patterns of the Airport Industrial Zoning District, as outlined in Section 6.03 of the Land Development Regulations. Open space areas on the site have been located in such a way as to maximize opportunities for creating contiguous open spaces between adjoining parcels and/or stream buffer areas This criterion is not applicable to the proposed project. The layout of a subdivision or PUD has been reviewed by the Fire Chief or (designee) to ensure that adequate fire protection can be provided. The proposed subdivision does not warrant review by the South Burlington Fire Chief. Roads, recreation paths, stormwater facilities, sidewalks, landscaping, utility lines and lighting have been designed in a manner that is compatible with the extension of such services and infrastructure to adjacent landowners This requirement is being met. Roads, utilities, sidewalks, recreation paths, and lighting are designed in a manner that is consistent with City utility and roadway plans and maintenance standards. 2 FAUSERS\Planning & Zoning\Development Review Board\Findings_Decisions\2010\BurlingtonlnternationalAirport_SD_10_33_ffd.doc #SD-10-33 This requirement is being met. The project is consistent with the goals and objectives of the Comprehensive Plan for the affected district(s). The proposed subdivision is in conformance with the South Burlington Comprehensive Plan. DECISION 11� Motion by V f { c" Q� �m , seconded by G' fii� � C-, , to approve Prelirhinary Plat Appl cation #SD-10-33 & Final Plat Applicatio #SD-10-33 of City of Burlington, subject to the following conditions: 1. All previous approvals and stipulations shall remain in full effect except as amended herein. 2. This project shall be completed as shown on the plat submitted by the applicant and on file in the South Burlington Department of Planning and Zoning. 3. For purposes of planning and zoning, the three (3) lots included in this subdivision shall be considered one (1) lot and part of the overall Airport lot. The applicant will be required to record a "Notice of Conditions" to this effect which has been approved by the City Attorney prior to recording the final plat plan. 4. Any changes to the final plat plan shall require approval of the South Burlington Development Review Board. 5. The final plat plan (Survey Plat) shall be recorded in the land records within 180 days or this approval is null and void. The plan shall be signed by the Board Chair or Clerk prior to recording. Prior to recording the final plat plan, the applicant shall submit a copy of the survey plat in digital format. The format of the digital information shall require approval of the South Burlington GIS Coordinator. Mark Behr —&ay/abstain/not present Matthew Birmingham — yea/nay/abstai of prese John Dinklage *—e y/abstai not present Roger Farley —/abstain/not present Gayle Quimby y/abstain/not present Michael Sirotkinay/abstain/not present Bill Stuono — yea/nay/abstai of present Motion carried by a vote of A-- D - D 3 FAUSERS\Planning & Zoning\Development Review Boa rd\Findings_Decisions\2010\Burlington InternationalAirport_SD_10_33_ffd.doc #SD-10-33 Signed this %) c� 2 1 'day 0 0, by Mark Behr, Chairman Please note: An appeal of this decision may be taken by filing, within 30 days of the date of this decision, a notice of appeal and the required fee by certified mail to the Superior Court, Environmental Division. See V.R.E.C.P. 5(b). A copy of the notice of appeal must also be mailed to the City of South Burlington Planning and Zoning Department at 575 Dorset Street, South Burlington, VT 05403. See V.R.E.C.P. 5(b)(4)(A). Please contact the Environmental Division at 802-828-1660 or http://verrnontjudiciga.org/GTC/enviromnental/default.aspx for more information on filing requirements, deadlines, fees and mailing address. M FIUSERS\Planning & Zoning\Development Review Boa rd\Findings_Decisions\2010\Burlington InternationalAirport_SD_10_33_ffd.doc