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SOUTHERLY OF CORPORATE WAY & EASTERLY OF ORCHID RESTAURANT
Section 25.117 Alterations of existing grades, sub -section (A)
filling with earth products (approval required by ZBA).
Request to fill an area of approximately 50,000 square feet
(approximately 4500 cubic yards).
Note: enclosed are letters from: a) John Jaeger dated
1/8/97, b) Catherine O'Brien, Agency of Natural Resources
dated 3/1/91 and c) Bradley Wheeler, The Johnson Company,
Inc., dated 10/29/90.
SOUTH BURLINGTON REALTY
JAEGER, John agent
Corporate Circle
Area zoned Central District 1.
Section 25.117 Alterations of existing grades.
Filling not incidental to construction of a structure which
exceeds 20 cubic yards.
Three fill areas and or, stockpiling proposed for a total of 9300
cubic feet.
Under Section 25.117(b) approval required by Zoning Board of
Adjustment.
City Engineer has reviewed this proposal, memorandum of 12/9/94
enclosed.
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WATER QUALITY DIVISION
Building 10 North
802-244-6951
March 1, 1991
John Jaeger
South Burlington Realty Company
366 Dorset Street
South Burlington, VT 05403
RE: Corporate Circle Wetland Determinaticn
Dear John t�\� :E�
After r4v(no
ing the inf-Ormation that yaJ have seat tz; , i have determined
that wetlands a 1 and Z 'as delineated ors Sheer 1 cf 1 site plan dated
December 1990,re not ti uous to the Class Two :napped wetland in this
area, It will a possible to make further contiguous determinations on
this property all the wet i a:,:s on this property have been delineated and
surveyed onto the site plans.
In order to receive a Statement of Conditions, pursuant the Regional:
Conditions for Nationwide Permit .#26, Section 4'04 Of tr:Y Clean r;ater Act, the
Department needs to make the determination that. the project meets the Vermont
'dater 4ualiiy Standards. To make this determination, the Oepartment needs to
know the following information: the amount of fill proposed to be placed in
the wetland, the purpose of the project, the type of till to be used
constructi0;) details, slopes, erosion -ontro' ,'et :3; '
E,ratl w landscaping details,
Wetland protect.on mechanisms for remaining oetlar,:�s, i115:..0C aqu c atic spec ies
c. ntra r , MCni i tori ng and ma i n teerrance deL i � a 1 s , and water goal i ty and q:�ant i ty
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leaving the site. E 1n;er+ are the oth. , C.cr: it,�„_, ;3ClJ:::::e r^^er;�,it it a
that must be met i:I order for this permit to be valid.
If you have further quest ions or, cor•,,rnerits, pipasl; feel free ti; ea i
enclosure
Sincerely,
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Catherine L. O'Brien
Assistant Wetlands Coordinator
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South Burlington Realty Company
366 Dorset Street
South Burlington, Vermont 05403
(802) 863-9039
January 8, 1997
Mr. Richard Ward, Zoning Administrator
City of South Burlington
575 Dorset Street
South Burlington, VT 05403
RE: Corporate Circle area fill
Dear Dick:
Enclosed is an application for the placement of permanent fill in a depressed area located
to the south of Corporate Way just beyond (to the southeast of) the Orchid Restaurant.
Our intention is to bring the level of the ground surface in this area up to approximately
the 309 foot contour line and blend it into the surrounding terrain. Once the fill is complete the
area would be seeded, and mulched as necessary to prevent erosion. We estimate that it will take
approximately 4,500 cubic yards of earth material to fill this area. Any material used in this area
will be clean earthen materials capable of supporting the weight of future buildings. No debris or
stumps will be used. The area of fill has been identified on maps as "Wetland Area B", so I feel it
is important to let you know that the State of Vermont does not consider this a protected
wetland, unlike the other Corporate Circle area wetlands. We will take the required measures to
meet Vermont Water Quality Standards, including compliance with all conditions which were
generated specifically for this fill activity by the Vermont Wetlands Office. Also, since this area is
not included in any of the catagories listed at 3.101 through 3.106, Article III (Conservation and
Open Space District) does not apply.
I believe this is pretty straightforward and will expect to come to the next available Zoning
Board of Adjustment meeting. If you need any more information please give a call.
Thank you!
Prime Real Estate — Commercial, Residential, Industrial Development
Design, Build, Lease, Consulting
THE jO H SON CONM-�N Y, LN C.
October 29, 19W
Mr. John Jaeger
South Burlington Realty Company
366 Dorset Sheet
SOi4th Burlington, Vermont 05403
Re: Wetlands at Center Place
JC:O# 1-0616.1 (43)
bear John:
T he deiineatii:;a of the. ^Autlandi on the parcel of lath..'. we5: u! a:u:1 ir:t : "ray and north of the proposed
cul-de-sac access ro-ad was comph-tcd on October 16, 1QS40, T%lr^.'t •..'-ders the Ch;n3 Light
Restaurant and the t.;ikcviCw' Buick properties.
Mechodolojc , _s:-N'1 h(.d in the i_edcrtrl Manual for ld.:ntifvtr ar,E: i « :Rr',iiny,, Jurisdictiolial Wmiards
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w3S followed to conduct the field work. The boundary raged " t l!d with scgv-- ntially number_•tl,
pink survey flagging. These bags should be sarteycd ir; ar soon filo avoid losses due to weather
or vandalism.
Most of t11e wedarld.;uplatid boundary is quite distinct on the landscape. 71r1e hrundary is typically located
at thc% base of a Mculp slope which d[OPA three to five feet from the upii0l6i area to the wetland area below.
This is Aspccially true alung the souther,t boundary of th,, wYrlan;i. a he transition from wetland to upland
is more subtle along the northern boundary, it is along this bounr zirj i at a transec! vas done, to Collect
data to document. the tr nsmon from wetland to wpland. 'I'rie data shee,s gr':ermi,4d from this iransect are
attached.
Th1 wel!ai:Ew$ on thl s parcel are -1LISS 7111-ze iliCy �#: 1io• -4d ppcJ1 vy ihZ National Wetlaitu
Invontory nor are they contiguous to any such wetland. Therefore, these wetlands are not subject 6 the
Vermont Wetland Rules. Proposed impacts to these w4,-Qanus will N- reviewed through the Act 250
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Please do r1c±t heslta e to contact Me' if you have any questio scar if I can be of furtlh_r assistance to you.
Sincerely yours,
THE JOHNSON COMPANY, INC,
BY
Bradley A. Wheeler
Certified Prof6sional Soil Scientist
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M E M O R A N D U M
To: South Burlington Zoning Board of Adjustment
From: William J. Szymanski, South Burlington City Engineer
Re: South Burlington Realty - Corporate Way - Site Filling
Date: January 24, 1997
1. Fill site should be cleared and grubbed.
2. Only clean fill shall be used, no trees, brush or stumps.
3. The necessary silt fence shall be installed prior to the
filling.
City of South Burlington
575 DORSET STREET
SOUTH BURLINGTON, VERMONT 05403
FAX 658-4748
PLANNER
658- 7955
January 27, 1997
Mr. John Jaeger
South Burlington Realty Company
366 Dorset Street
South Burlington, Vermont 05403
Re: Zoning Board Hearing
Dear Mr. Jaeger:
ZONING ADMINISTRATOR
658-7958
Be advised that the South Burlington Zoning Board of Adjustment
will hold a public hearing at the City Offices, Conference Room,
575 Dorset Street, South Burlington, Vermont on Monday, February,
10, 1997 at 7:00 P.M. to consider your request to fill a lot
located on Corporate Way, easterly of the Orchid Restaurant. I
have enclosed a copy of Bill Szymanski's comments.
Please plan to attend this hearing and be prepared to address the
enclosed review criteria. If you have any questions, please
don't hesitate to call me.
Very truly,
Richard Ward,
Zoning Administrative Officer
RW/mcp
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in accordance with the
South Burlington Zoning
Regulations and Chapter
M. Title 24, V.S.A. the
South
Board of Burlington
Adjustment nwillll
hold a public hearing at
Au -
the South Burlington at
nicipal Offices, Confer-
ence Room, 575 Dorset
Street, South Burlingtcr,
Vermont on 1997 May,
February 10,
7:00 P.M. to consider the
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LEGAL NOTICES
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NOTICES
front yard, located
following:
quired
at 6 Duval Street.
#1 Appeal of South Bur-
Realty Company,
#4 Appeal of BLS Prop- ,
G. Long.
lington
John Jaeger seeking ap I
erties, John
agent seeking approval
proval from Section I
25117 Alterations of
from Section 10.20 Con- ,
ditional Uses 10.204
existing grades-suosec-
earth
Medical offices and Sec-
of
tion (A) filling with
products of the South
lion 26.056 extensions
the South Burlington
Burlington Zoning Rego-
Zoning Regulations. Re-
lations. Request is for
quest is for permission
1200
Permission to fill an area
approximately 50,000
to construct a
Aquare foot addition to
of
square feet (approxi-
mately 4500 cubic yards),
an existing medical com-
plex d.b.a. Timber Lane
-t.(i southerly of Cor-
Medical Center. located
I porate Way and eats-ly
taurant
I at51 Timber Lan'
of Orchid es
#2 Appeal of David Far-
rell seeking a variance
from Section 26.00 Non-
conforming uses, sub-
section 26.003 extension
of the SouturlinRegulaBons.gRe-
ton
quest is for pemission to
construct a 2900 square
foot (2-storyy) office addi-
tion, a 5665 square foot
loading pock and storage
area and a 1800 square
foot truck wash bay to an
existing warehousing/
distribution facility d
SOUTH BURLINGTON Farrell Distributing Cor-
ZONING NOTICE poration, located at 5
Holmes Road.
Plans are on file with the -i
South Burlington Plan -
Office,
Wing and
located at City Hall, 575
Dorset Street, South
Burlington, Vermont. i
Richard Ward
Zoning Administrative
Officer
#3 Appeal of Bryan & Vi-
vian Companion seeking
a variance from Section
25.00 Dimensional re-
quirements of the Reuuh
Burlington Zoning Regu-
lations. Request is for
permission to construct a
28'x38' second story ad -
front
po porch tod within3twenty-
four (24) feet of the re-
Jenua_ ry 25, 1997
City of South Burlington
575 DORSET STREET
SOUTH BURLINGTON, VERMONT 05403
FAX 658-4748
PLANNER
658-7955
February 11, 1997
John Jaeger
South Burlington Realty Company
366 Dorset Street
South Burlington, Vermont 05403
Re: Filling Lot Off Corporate Way
Dear Mr. Jaeger:
ZONING ADMINISTRATOR
658-7958
Be advised that your request to fill a lot located southerly of
Corporate Way and easterly of Orchid Restaurant has been approved
by the Zoning Board of Adjustment. Your approval is conditioned
on the use of clean fill only, no trees, brush or stumps.
Installation of a silt fence is required.
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to call me.
Very truly,
Richard Ward,
Zoning Administrative Officer
RW/mcp
M E M 0 R A N D UM
To: South Burlington Zoning Board of Adjustment
From: Richard Ward, Zoning Administrator
Re: Future development of the Munson's property located at the
rear of Ramada Inn
Date: March 28, 1978
On March 21, 1978 a Mr. Joseph King of South Burlington Realty
(Munson's) made an informal presentation to the Planning Commission,
attached to this memorandum are the minutes of that meeting. In
addition, a location map is attached, this map highlights the possible
connector from Dorset Street to Hinesburg Road and other possible
connectors i.e., Mary Street and the access road proposed by the
Brassard's.
Re: White Street alteration
The City Council will re -consider this item on Monday, April
3, 1978, with a representative from O'Brien Realty attending the
meeting. The appeal will be tabled until the April 17, 1978 meeting.
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PLANNING COMMISSION Y-9RCH 21, 1978
The South Burlington Planning Commission held a meeting on Tuesday, march 21,
1978 at 7:30 pm in the Conference Room, City Hall, 1175 Williston Road
Members Present
William `vessel, Chairman; Sidney Poger, Kirk Woolery, David ?iorency, James
Ewing
Members Absen
Ernest Levesque, George 111ona
Others Presen
Stephen Page, Planner; Bob Irish, Scott Tower, Xargaret and Henry Farmer,
Allen D. Webster, Harvey Butterfield, Williard.Nalchajian, David Webster,
Lydia Lowell, Ray and Emery Victory, Peter Trono, R.C. Roessler, R. M.
Doherty, Bill Schuele
Minutes of March 9 and 14, 1978
Mr. Ewing moved to approve the minutes of Yarch 9 and March 14, 1978.
The motion was seconded by Mr. Poger and passed unanimously.
Rezoning request for R1 to R4 for property in Bartlett's Bay, Yessrs. Roessler
and Trono
?;r. Wessel explained the Commission's procedure on a zoning request. Mr.
Page submitted a letter from Mr. Roessler on the subject (see attached copy).
Mr. Roessler stated his reasons for requesting the zone change, which are
reflected in the letter. Mr. Wessel asked what the density of zoning was along
lake and Mr. Page said that he thought there were about 4 residences per acre,
although he would have to double check that. Air. Butterfield said he was
president of the South Burlington Lakeshore Association and he presented the
Commission with a petition signed by 42 property owners requesting thatthis
request be denied. The existing housing there is on parcels less than one
acre of land,lf'he said, but they have been there for a long time, even before
South Burlington was zoned. He felt the land was not suitable for high
density development and he asked the Commission not to perpetuate mistakes of
the past. He also pointed out that while Mr. Roessler said that he would put
8 dwellings on almost 5 acres of land, if the zone was changed, he would be
within his rights to put up 4 dwellings per acre. He also said that he felt
a zone change would alter the character of the area and contribute to traffic
problecs. Mr. Webster spoke against the proposal and suggested that what was
needed was a variance rather than a zone change. Mr. Henry Far,er stated that
he opposed the change. The Commission was unanimously oppcsed to rezoning
the area. Xr. Woolery moved that the Planning Commission deny the rezoning
request for the property in Bartlett's Bay of Yessrs. Roessler and Trono for
a change from PiPUD to R4. The motion was seconded by 1•'r. Morency and passed
unanimously.
Discussion of concept of Cfficial r.ap
*'r. King was not present, so the Commission discussed this item. Nor.
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PLANNING C014MISSION MARCH 21, 1978
Page showed the Commission what he had been doing on the map. He said the
basic purpose was to assure that land was reserved for future city needs, such
as parks, road widening, and easements. Some stipulations of approval are
clearly good to put on an official map and others may not be made part of
the map, but should be catalogued so that the city is aware of them. He said
there would be a small scale map which would show location and give a brief
description of what was reserved, and then there would be larger scale maps
which would show all the details. If the•.city had an official map, he felt,
it would make planning easier for both the city and the developer. Mr. Wessel
asked how long it would take to finish the project without additional help
and 14s. Page replied that this would be a good project for a student to do.
The Commission discussed how to divide the project and unanimously agreed to
map things the Commission had acquired as stipulations first. Mr. Woolery
moved that the Planning Commission authorize Planner Ste hen Pa e to proceed
with the Official South Burlington City "ap in two stapes: 1 to catalogue
and draft on a ma those conditions and stipulations that have already been
agreed upon and 2 to draft and put on a map projected future city services.
Further that be be authorized to hire someone to assist him in this task,
total cost to be decided. The motion was seconded by Mr. Ewing and passed
unanimously. Mr. Ewing felt ,fir. Page should discuss the matter with the Council.
Mr. Page reminded the Commission of the upcoming meeting with a traffic
consultant.
Discussion of development concepts for South Burlington Realty (f
Ramada property. Air. Joseph King
er
Mr. King said this was an informal session to get things moving and he
showed the Commission where the land was. Part is zoned BR and part R4 and
they would like some consideration of changing the R4 to BR. The land would
be developed in three phases and he said that they would like the new roads
in the parcel not to be similar to Kennedy Drive. They want cars in there
but not roaring through. They are thinking of some recreation (tennis courts,
skating, etc.) some business shops and perhaps some residences. Messrs.
Poger and Ewing said that the Williston Road Task Force report had felt this
road should be similar to Kennedy Drive and should serve to get traffic off
Williston Road. Mir. page was not sure this property owner could or should
be required tad solve the city's problem with Williston Road. ;fir. Poger felt
the Commission would need help from a traffic expert on this area. Mr. Y.ing
said they had thought about putting in a rotary but Air. Poger did not like
that idea. Nr. Yorency said the Commission had to be very careful about
what went into the area and the planning that would have to be done. N.r.
King said he expected to complete the project in 5 years or so. Mr. Wessel
said they would need more traffic information and su€gested that perhaps the
city and developer together might want to fund such a study. The Commission
was not receptive to the idea of changing the R4 zone to BR. :fir. Ewing wondered
if the city and developer might share the ccst of the road.. Mr. King said
that the type of road it would be and whether the zone would be changed were
critical factors. Mr. Foger warned him that the sewer problem might hold up
some of his plans.
Review of Regional Plan
Mr. Wessel said this item should be eliminated since Mr. Page had not
had time to work on it and the Commission did not have time either. The
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PLANNING COMMISSION
LARCH 21, 1978
Regional Planning Commission had asked for a review of the Regional Plan see
attached copy) and Mr. Morency did not think that they had been given enough time
to review it. He suggested that the Commission talk to Hugh Yarvin, South
Burlington's representative to the regional board and that they ask. -for an
extension. Mir. Morency moved that the Planning Commission request that Steve
Page send a letter to the Regional Planning Commission to request an extension
for our comments on the Regional Plan, -YE ARE NOT THE LAST GENERATION, for a
period of approximately 4 months and we further request that South Burlington's
representative to the Regional Planning Commission meet in the near future with
the Planning Commission to discuss the Regional Plan. The motion was seconded
by Xr. Foger and passed unanimously.
Discussion of workload for Planning Commission and Planner
Mr. Wessel said that when the Commission asked for more help, it got
more money and advice to become more efficient. 'r. Page said that he had
some thoughts on the issue. One was that he has receptive to the idea of
setting office hours during which he would talk to developers. He had not
decided on the morning or afternoon but said he would like to ease into it.
The.Commission agreed to that. He also said that the Commission did not have
a consistent format for reviewing projects nor do they have consistent review
of all applicable criteria. He suggested that the Commission try to adopt a
standard format for conducting meetings and added that he would like to be
more consistent with a criteria review. A third suggestion was that since
the city was so burdened with applications, perhaps the staff should take care
of the details and the Commission only deal with the important issues. '1r.
Page also said that he would like to take a more agressive stance in memos and
meetingx Mr. Morency felt this was a good idea and said that if Mr. Page felt
a project was bad, he should say so and he would be backed up. Kr. Page
also wanted to just highlight the criteria for subdivision, not burden the
Commission with insignificant or conforming issues. Mr. Morency said he was
not in favor of meeting twice a week to review applications. He said that
if Mr. Page made sure applications were complete and the Commission streamlined
its procedures and they still had a backlog of applications, they should stop
reviewing when time ran out. Mfr. Woolery felt the Commission should have
special meetings to discuss policy and resolve it. Mr. Morency felt hard
meeting nightg had to be much more formal than they are now. Mr. Poger
suggested funneling all questions through the Chairman and he said he felt
it was not a good use of time to have people come in and talk for 10 minutes
one week, 20 the next, etc. He felt that was inefficient and wasteful of
time. Mr. Ewing suggested picking the issues that the Commission knew would
take the most time and discuss' -those first. Air. Woolery said perhaps the
Commission should only schedule two projects.;er night and finish those in
two meetings each. Mr. Yorency agreed the Commission had to be more realistic
about how much it could handle in one night. Mr. Poger said that on the
issue of Mr. Page submitting an approval motion at the beginning of a hearing
he felt it might mot be good since often the Commission raises issues during
discussion that might not have been thought of before. Mr. 'Morency thought the
time spent doing that was not spent well.
The meeting was declared adjourned at 10:15 pm.
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South Burlington Realty Company
366 Dorset Street
South Burlington, Vermont 05403
(802) 863-9039
November 25, 1994
Mr. Richard Ward, Zoning Administrator
City of South Burlington
575 Dorset Street
South Burlington, VT 05403
RE: Corporate Circle area fill
Dear Dick:
Enslosed is an application for approval of both temporary and
permanent fill activities in the Corporate Circle area.
On the attached map I have indicated both the areas which have
received fill recently, and the total area of fill for which
permission is sought.
Fill area "A" has received approximately 1,600 cubic yards of
fill, over an area averaging 55 feet by 130 feet at an average
depth of approximately 6 feet. Permission is sought to extend
the fill area, as indicated on the plan, to,a total area of
approximately 25,000 square feet at an average depth of 10 feet.
The total fill under this plan would be 9,300 cubic yards. We
propose to use Area "A" as a temporary fill area, only as long as
there is no permanent development in the immediate vicinity, for
the storage of clean earth materials which are to be used for
jobs in the vicinity of Corporate Circle. This would include,
but would not be limited to, construction on South Burlington
Realty land in the City Center district.
Fill Area "B" has been filled as a part of Mr. Munson's long term
plan, and practice, to build the infrastructure improvements as
material, labor and equipment becomes available from time to
time. In light of the lack of economic return on the property to
date, it seems hard to argue with this way of building the
improvements. Although the area of "Parcel No. 1", which is
roughly coincident with Fill Area "B", does not have a completed
roadway design as does Corporate Way, I believe Mr. Munson was
acting on the clear intent of all parties that this was to become
a roadway. The intent was not to be building the roadway itself,
but to place the fill in an area which would enable a roadway,
the related infrastructure, and the adjacent land uses to benefit
from a slight increase in elevation. Fill Area "B" has recently
received fill in an area averaging about 65 feet wide, 420 feet
long and 1.25 feet deep for a total of about 1,260 cubic yards.
No additional fill is planned for this area. The intention is
Prime heal Estate — Commercial, Residential, Industrial Dcvc1opment
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November 25, 1994
that the fill in area "B" will be permanent, so in the event a
permit is necessary for the approximately 1.25 feet of fill in
this future roadway area, then please consider the enclosed
application to cover that area as well.
Fill Area "C" is in the area which we feel is covered by the
original Act 250 permit #4CQ503 and all of its extensions. There
has been no recent fill activity in Area "C", but South
Burlington Realty's intention is to finish the fill activity
which was started in 1982 in this area, and which is a part of
the general plan for relocating the watercourse. Since there
have been some changes in the wetland regulations we are not able
to fill the extent of land which had been permitted for impacts
back in 1982. In accordance with our permits, however, we plan
to raise the elevation of the land in Area "C" so as match the
top of the Corporate Way curbing, wherever that can be done
legally. No fill will be placed within the 100 foot conservation
zone which coincides with the channeled watercourse, or within
the wetlands or related buffer zone which lies in the general
area to the north of the watercourse. The fill in Area "C" was
certainly anticipated, and I belive permitted, by the original
Subdivision Permit for Corporate Circle. As with the fill in
area "B", however, we request that this permit request cover any
portion of the proposed fill activity which was not previously
authorized.
We would of course expect to utilize appropriate measures for
control of erosion and siltation, though this seems necessary
only for Fill Area "C".
I trust this matter will be placed on the schedule for a hearing,
and that you will let me know if additional materials are
necessary.
Thank you.
ry t0111-
ffPy, yours,
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enclosures
City of South Burlington
575 DORSET STREET
SOUTH BURLINGTON, VERMONT 05403
FAX 658-4748
October 25, 1994
PLANNER ZONING ADMINISTRATOR
658-7955 658-7958
Mr. John Jaeger
South Burlington Realty Company
366 Dorset Street
South Burlington, Vermont 05403
Re: Zoning Violation, Corporate Way Subdivision
Dear John:
This letter will confirm our discussion regarding the fact that
Munson Earth Moving Company is in violation of Section 25.117 of the City of
South Burlington Zoning Regulations. Your violation consists of commencing land
development without a permit, 24 V . S.A. Section 4443 (a) . Your violation consists
of altering existing grades on a parcel of land by filling with earth materials on a
lot located off Corporate Way.
Pursuant to 24 V . S.A. Section 4444, you have seven (7) days in which to cure
this violation. In order to cure the violation, you must cease any further filling
and file an application with the Zoning Board of Adjustment.
If the violation is not cured in the manner specified within seven (7) days, you
(Munson earth Moving) will be subject to legal action and fines of up to $50.00 per
day for each day the violation continues.
You are not entitled to an additional warning/notice for a violation occurring after
the seven (7) day period has run.
If you do not agree with this "Notice of violation" you may appeal it to the Zoning
Board of Adjustment in writing within fifteen (15) days of this date.
If you have any questions pertaining to this matter, please don't hesitate to call
me.
Very truly,
Richard Ward,
Zoning Administrative Officer
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In accordance with the
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South Burlington will
Board of Adjustment
hold a public hearing at
the South CoBurlingtMer-
nicipa' Offic®575 Dorset
once Room, Burligton,
Street, South Jan -
Vermont on Monday.
uary 9, 1995 at 7:00 Ins:
to consider the tollowng
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the rear
Dorset Street. Of
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partnership, a va 1
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riance from Sectioonf the
Permitted uses Saguia -
South Burlington the
ti0ns. Request is
permission to construct a
bulding
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fifty -tour (54) square
will be located anwitpen
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Conservation d O
space District (to within
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ninety- , of potash
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tell Street.
#3 Appeal Peter
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Bove seekiandng Condi-
from Section 1 sub -section
tional rental of equip-
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ment of the Z o n i n g J
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Regulations. OCCUPY
for permission t structure
an existing feet) for
(23,600 square repair
rental, Stoll " a Vermont
of tents, d. a'I�aled at
Tent Comoa^
14 Berard Drive.
Plans are on we with tho
South Burlington planning
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and Zoning Office,
Gated i Hall575
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Dorset Street, South Bur
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(set Vermont.
Richard Ward
Zoning Administratrve
Officer
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City of South Burlington
575 DORSET STREET
SOUTH BURLINGTON, VERMONT 05403
FAX 658-4748
PLANNER
658-7955
December 27, 1994
Mr. John Jaeger
South Burlington Realty Company
366 Dorset Street
South Burlington, Vermont 05403
Dear John:
ZONING ADMINISTRATOR
658-7958
Be advised that the South Burlington Zoning Board of Adjustment
will hold a public hearing at the City Offices, Conference Room,
575 Dorset Street on Monday, January 9, 1995 at 7:00 P.M. to
consider your request to fill and stockpile earth materials at
Corporate Circle.
Please plan to attend this hearing.
Very truly,
Richard Ward,
Zoning Administrative Officer
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South Burlington Realty Company
366 Dorset Street
South Burlington, Vermont 05403
(802) 863-9039
November 25, 1994
Mr. Richard Ward, Zoning Administrator
City of South Burlington
575 Dorset Street
South Burlington, VT 05403
RE: Corporate Circle area fill
Dear Dick:
Enslosed is an application for approval of both temporary and
permanent fill activities in the Corporate Circle area.
On the attached map I have indicated both the areas which have
received fill recently, and the total area of fill for which
permission is sought.
Fill area "A" has received approximately 1,600 cubic yards of
fill, over an area averaging 55 feet by 130 feet at an average
depth of approximately 6 feet. Permission is sought to extend
the fill area, as indicated on the plan, to a total area of
approximately 25,000 square feet at an average depth of 10 feet.
The total fill under this plan would be 9,300 cubic yards. We
propose to use Area "A" as a temporary fill area, only as long as
there is no permanent development in the immediate vicinity, for
the storage of clean earth materials which are to be used for
jobs in the vicinity of Corporate Circle. This would include,
but would not be limited to, construction on South Burlington
Realty land in the City Center district.
Fill Area "B" has been filled as a part of Mr. Munson's long term
plan, and practice, to build the infrastructure improvements as
material, labor and equipment becomes available from time to
time. In light of the lack of economic return on the property to
date, it seems hard to argue with this way of building the
improvements. Although the area of "Parcel No. 1", which is
roughly coincident with Fill Area "B", does not have a completed
roadway design as does Corporate Way, I believe Mr. Munson was
acting on the clear intent of all parties that this was to become
a roadway. The intent was not to be building the roadway itself,
but to place the fill in an area which would enable a roadway,
the related infrastructure, and the adjacent land uses to benefit
from a slight increase in elevation. Fill Area "B" has recently
received fill in an area averaging about 65 feet wide, 420 feet
long and 1.25 feet deep for a total of about 1,260 cubic yards.
No additional fill is planned for this area. The intention is
Prime Real Estate — Commercial, Residential, Industrial Development
Design, Build, Lease, Consulting
Mr. Richard Ward 2
November 25, 1994
that the fill in area "B" will be permanent, so in the event a
permit is necessary for the approximately 1.25 feet of fill in
this future roadway area, then please consider the enclosed
application to cover that area as well.
Fill Area "C" is in the area which we feel is covered by the
original Act 250 permit #4CO503 and all of its extensions. There
has been no recent fill activity in Area "C", but South
Burlington Realty's intention is to finish the fill activity
which was started in 1982 in this area, and which is a part of
the general plan for relocating the watercourse. Since there
have been some changes in the wetland regulations we are not able
to fill the extent of land which had been permitted for impacts
back in 1982. In accordance with our permits, however, we plan
to raise the elevation of the land in Area "C" so as match the
top of the Corporate Way curbing, wherever that can be done
legally. No fill will be placed within the 100 foot conservation
zone which coincides with the channeled watercourse, or within
the wetlands or related buffer zone which lies in the general
area to the north of the watercourse. The fill in Area "C" was
certainly anticipated, and I belive permitted, by the original
Subdivision Permit for Corporate Circle. As with the fill in
area "B", however, we request that this permit request cover any
portion of the proposed fill activity which was not previously
authorized.
We would of course expect to utilize appropriate measures for
control of erosion and siltation, though this seems necessary
only for Fill Area "C".
I trust this matter will be placed on the schedule for a hearing,
and that you will let me know if additional materials are
necessary.
Thank you.
ry t4fl'y,, yours,
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M E M O R A N D U M
To: South Burlington Zoning Board Members
From: William J. Szymanski, City Engineer
Re: Corporate Way Filling
Date: December 9, 1994
1) Area "A" has a considerable amount of material (1000 cubic
yards plus) which will be used for road construction. I have no
problem with that.
2) Fill area "B" is filled and the area is leveled. It appears
that an average of about 2 feet was spread. I have no problem
with that work.
3) Area "C" is around the sewage pumping station, it is low and
requires filling. The fill is stock piled on the leg approaching
Hinesburg road. A silt barrier should be installed along the
drainageway adjacent to the proposed fill area.
City of South Burlington
575 DORSET STREET
SOUTH BURLINGTON, VERMONT 05403
FAX 658-4748
PLANNER
658-7955
January 12, 1994
Mr. John Jaeger
South Burlington Realty Company
366 Dorset Street
South Burlington, Vermont 05403
Re: Corporate Circle
Dear John:
ZONING ADMINISTRATOR
658-7958
Be advised that your request to fill three (3) areas within the
Corporate Circle development has been granted approval by the
Zoning Board of Adjustment.
The Board stipulated that the area around the sewer pumping
station along the drainage way be protected with a silt barrier.
Please submit a proposal to this office for review and approval.
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to call me.
Very uly,
Richard Ward,
Zoning Administrative Officer
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City of South Burlington
Application to Board of Adjustment
Date January 7, 1997
Applicant So. Burlington Realty Co.
Owner, leasee, agent
APPLICATION # /
HEARING DATE
FILING DATE
FEE AMOUNT
Address 366 Dorset St, So. BurMelephone # 863-9039
Landowner So Burlington Realty Co. Address 366 Dorset St, So. Burl.
Location and description of property Off Corporate Way, to southeast of
the Orchid Restaurant (former China Lite).
Type of application check one ( ) appeal from decision of Administrative
Officer( )re uest for a conditional use ( ) request for a variance.
((X� 117
I understand the pPepsentation procedures required by State Law (Section
4468 of the Planning & Development Act). Also that hearings are held twice a
month (second and fourth Mondays). That a legal advertisement must appeal
a minimum of fifteen (15) days prior to the hearing. I agree to pay a
hearing fee which is to off -set the cost of the hearing.
Provisions of zoning ordinance in question Section 25.117 - Approval required
for placement of fill.
Reason for appeal Seek to place earthen fill permanently in the area
indicated on attached map.
The owner or applicant should submit along with this application (8 copies)
plans, elevations, landscaping diag a s (drawn to scale) traffic data and
any other additional informat' w is wi ve as support evidence to the
Board. �h
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SOUT URL GTON ZONING NOTICE
In accordance with the South Burlington Zoning Regulations and Chapter ll7,
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
Day of Week
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Month cYnd Date Time
/ Appeal of
seeking S% .. s,_ from SectionZS -// or r
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of the Southv'Burlington Regulations. Reque t is -for or permission
City of South Burlington
Application to Board of Adjustment
Official Use
APPLICATION #
Date November 25,1994
Applicant South Burlington Realty Co.
Owner, leasee, agent
HEARING DATE
FILING DATE ���y(✓ /
FEE AMOUNT
Address 366 Dorset St. Telephone # 863-9039
Landowner So, Burlington Realty Cn_ Address 166 T1nrGet Sr_ Sn_ R„rlin't(
Location and description of property Off Corporate Way, various locations
as depicted on attach
Type of application check one ( ) appeal from decision of Administrative
Offi e ( )request for a conditional use ) request for a variance.
c(X approvar pursuant to Section 25-11
I understand the presentation procedures required by State Law (Section
4468 of the Planning & Development Act). Also that hearings are held twice a
month (second and fourth Mondays). That a legal advertisement must appeal
a minimum of fifteen (15) days prior to the hearing. I agree to pay a
hearing fee which is to off -set the cost of the hearing.
Provisions of zoning ordinance in question Section 25c117 - approval
required for placement of fill.
Reason for appeal Seek to place fill, both temporary and permanent. See
attached maps.
The owner or applicant should submit along with this application (8 copies)
plans, elevations, landscaping diagrams (drawn to scale) traffic data and
any other additional information whif��wil erve as support evid4imce to the
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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
Day of Week
1 at to consider the following:
Month and Date Time
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South Burl tngL.an. Vermont
(:'c t ober 2E., 1992
Vern- Ms. Abair:
Enclosed is the revised restoration plan for the Corporate Circle
Wet._Lar,d. I will be sending the Planting and Monitoring plan tct
you under separate cover this Week. It will include details
concerning the location and type of vegetation to be planted and
they source of the shrubs to be used. A time table and guidelines
will a.1so be included. The enclosed plan set reflects the
revisions you requested in your, letter of October 14, 1992.
Vlease contact me with any questions that you may have. We are
Firepared to begin restoration measures immediately and await yc.Iux-
timely review and reply.
,Sincerely,
Chr is,t ophet K.
Project Manager
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Mr. Charles E. Hafter
City Manager
City of South Burlington
57S Dorset Street
`South Burlington, VT 05403
_U MiCI 1.1t,1y Jililcil li)t� Munson Earth Moving
M6y «, 1992
Dear Mr. Haf ter,
M I enjoyed meeting with you, your, staff tAth. and Jahr, Jaeger on hay
.1 believe we are all looking to clear up this problem as
k'yi.-Itably and quickly as possible. Natural Resource Consulting
is a professionally managed and oriented organization.
i ir,;end to bring a seriousness c'f purpa:se to these F,ruc:eE-dinc�U.
Dick Ward asked for the approximate dimensions of the area
impacted beyond the area of approval shown as Station 12 on the
1961 Approved Plan (by Webster -!Martin Engineers). I'calculate
this, area to be 400 feet long by 50 feet wide (average) or
roughly 20,000 square feet (0.46 acre).
We look forward to meeting with you to start organizing a formal wetland application/mitigation plan as quickly as possible. If
tau have any questions please give me a call anytime.
VErr y truly yours,
r t., i t l „•'pear, Principal
C:ertifled Wildlife Biologist (TWS)
C:erofied Environmental Planner (HAEP)
Certified in Habitat Evaluation Procedures (HSFWS)
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CERTIFIED MAIL - RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY
NEW ENGLAND DIVISION, CORPS OF ENGINEERS
j 424 TRAPELO ROAD
' WALTHAM, MASSACHUSETTS 02254-9149
REPLY TO
ATTENTION OF August 19, 1992
Regulatory Division
CENED-OD-R-61-1992-01257
Mr. Randy Munson
Mr. John Jaeger
South Burlington Realty/Munson Earthmoving
366 Dorset Street
South Burlington, Vermont 05403
Dear Messrs. Munson and Jaeger:
A representative of our Vermont Project Office recently
noted that you have re -channeled a stream and placed fill in
adjacent wetlands on your property between Corporate Circle and
Dorset Street in South Burlington, VT. It appears that the
impacts from the stream rechannelization extend beyond the limits
of the excavation and placement of the excavated material, since
the work will likely result in a lowering of the water table in
the adjacent wetlands. In addition, fill that you have placed to
the northeast of the channelized site has not been stabilized and
may cause sedimentation in the adjacent wetland.
This work is in violation of Federal laws and regulations
which require that you apply for and obtain a Department of the
Army permit before beginning such work. A review of our records
shows that you have not been issued such a permit.
Let me briefly explain Corps jurisdiction. A Corps of
Engineers permit is required under Section 404 of the Clean Water
Act (33 U.S.C. 1344) for those activities involving the discharge
of dredged or fill material in all waters of the United States,
including not only navigable waters of the United States, but
also inland rivers, lakes, streams, and wetlands. Our
jurisdiction under the Clean Water Act extends landward to the
ordinary high water mark or the landward limits of any wetlands.
The term "discharge" in this context may include the redepositing
of wetlands soils such as occurs during mechanized landclearing
activities, including grubbing, grading, and excavation.
The term "wetlands", used above, is defined by Federal
regulation to mean "...those areas that are inundated or
saturated by surface or groundwater at a frequency and duration
sufficient to support, and that under normal circumstances do
support, a prevalence of vegetation typically adapted for life in
saturated soil conditions..." (33 C.F.R. Part 328.3 (b), as
published in the November 13, 1986 Federal Register). Wetlands
generally include swamps, marshes, bogs, and similar areas.
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The term "fill material", used above, is defined by Federal
regulation to mean "...any material used for the primary purpose
of replacing an aquatic area with dry land or of changing the
bottom elevation of a waterbody. The term does not include any
pollutant discharged into the water primarily to dispose of
waste...11 (33 C.F.R. Part 323.2 (b), as published in the
November 13, 1986 Federal Register).
When we discover unauthorized work, we investigate the
severity of the violation, whether it was intentional, and
whether any immediate action is necessary to protect important
resources. Based on this investigation, we decide whether to
order initial corrective measures, institute legal action, or
accept an after -the -fact application. In this situation we
believe that initial corrective measures are appropriate in order
to control erosion and to prevent further degradation of the
wetlands adjacent to the channelization site.
As mentioned previously, we believe that the
rechannelization of the stream and placement of the excavated
material will result in a change in the hydrologic regime of the
adjacent wetlands. In addition, fill has also been placed in
wetlands to the northeast of the channelized site which may cause
sedimentation in the adjacent wetland.
In view of the above and in accordance with Title 33 Code of
Federal Regulations, Part 326.3(d) as published in the November
13, 1986 Federal Register, you are hereby directed to undertake
the following initial corrective measures:
a. In order to prevent the excavated channel from draining
the surrounding wetlands, restore the excavated channel to
its pre -construction condition. Prior to commencing the
corrective measures, a pre -construction meeting shall be
held on -site with key construction personnel and
representatives of the Corps and the Vermont DEC. This work
should be accomplished as soon as the area is dry enough for
equipment to work, but no later than September 15, 1992.
Should the area be too wet for equipment to work on bare
ground, mats should be utilized to facilitate access to the
area.
b. In order to prevent runoff from the area to the
northeast of the rechannelization from causing additional
sedimentation in the emergent wetland, a row of haybales
should be staked at the base of the fill slope and the slope
seeded and mulched. This area should be monitored until
vegetation is established.
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Please notify Marty Abair of the Corps' Vermont Project
Office before you commence work so that the required pre -
construction meeting can be arranged. A Corps representative may
arrange to be on -site while the work is being performed to ensure
that the above conditions are met.
In order to fully resolve the violation, you will have to
either restore the channel and remove all fill placed within our
jurisdiction, thereby restoring the wetland to pre -construction
conditions, or apply for and receive after -the -fact authorization
to retain the unauthorized work as well as any other proposed
work.
I must stress, however, that waterways and wetlands are
vital areas that constitute productive and valuable public
resources, the unnecessary alteration or destruction of which is
to be discouraged. Therefore, Federal regulations state that
filling of these resources shall not be permitted unless the
applicant clearly demonstrates the following
a. that the activity associated with the fill must have
direct access or proximity to or be located in the water
resources in order to fulfill its basic purpose, and that other
site or construction alternatives are not practicable; or
b. if the activity associated with the fill does not have
to have direct access to the water resources, you must provide
information on the need to place fill in the waterway and/or
wetlands and the feasibility of alternative sites or methods to
accomplish the objective of the project.
In addition to a and b above, the possibilities for
mitigation of any unavoidable damages to the resources must be
discussed. If mitigation is possible, it should be included as
part of the application (enclosed, see 40 C.F.R. Sections
230.10(a)(1), (2) and (3) of the December 24, 1980 Federal
Register).
You must submit information that thoroughly and clearly
documents the need for the fill, alternatives, and mitigation
possibilities. Without this information, we could not issue a
permit to retain the unauthorized work.
Additionally, a permit cannot be issued until you receive
Water Quality Certification from the Vermont Department of
Environmental Conservation.
Failure to respond within 15 days of receipt of this letter
may result in the initiation of legal action. Violations of the
Clean Water Act (33 U.S.C. 1251, et. seq.) are punishable by
civil fines of up to $25,000 per day of violation and criminal
fines of up to $50,000 per day of violation.
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If you have any questions, please contact Denise Leonard at
617 647-8819.
Sincerely,
mes H s
t. Colonel, Corps of Engineers
District Engineer
Copies furnished:
U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service
ATTN: Phil Morrison
4th Floor, Ralph Pill Marketplace
22 Bridge Street
Concord, NH 03301-4901
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
ATTN: Beth Alafat
J.F.K. Federal Building
Boston, MA 02203
Ms. Cathy O'Brien
VT Dept. of Environmental Conservation
103 South Main Street
Waterbury, VT 05676
Mr. Lou Borie
District Environmental Commission
111 West Street
Essex Junction, VT 05452
Mr. Dick Ward
City of South Burlington
City Hall
575 Dorset Street
South Burlington, VT 05403
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Grand Isle, Vermont 05458
802-878-4800
Ms. Cathy O'Brien
Vermont Agency of Natural Resources
103 South Main Street Building 10, North
Waterbury, Vermont 05671-0408
RE: South Burlington Realty/Munson Earth Moving
Wetland
rs l y"Z;t 31, 1 SS, 1.
Dear Ms. O' Bi ier, .
The purpose of this lettt., is, as a cu :. tesy, to 1 , :gip you abrea! t
of developments on the wetland situation, at Corpolate Circle at.
South Burlington, Vermont. We are in receipt of an August. 19th
letter from the US Army corps of Engineers whereby they bring to
our attention the problem and their suggested solution. We
anticipate responding affirmatively and quickly to this
requirement.
Because of vacation schedules on the part of Marty Abare and in-
house team members we do not anticipate being able to decide on a
date and time to be able to arrange a pre -construction meeting
with the Corps before the 8th of September (and probably will not
hold the meeting before the llth) . However, we are pur swi nc
this with all diligence and intend to comply completely with the
Corps of Engineers requirements. Please contact me if you would
like to be part of the on -site pre -construction meeting, We
anticipate discussing the immediate stabilization measures prior
to our anticipated submission of an after-t.he-fact apppli.ciation.
If you have any questions, please contact me at yr,4kr convenience.
Thanking you in advance for your consideration, I emain,.
Very truly yours,
Peter W. Spear, CWB, CEP, CHEP
cc: Mr. John Jaeger
Mr. Dick Ward
Ms. Marty Abare
PWS/ces
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Grand Isle, Vermont 05458
802-878-4800
Mr. Randy Munson
South Burlington Realty
366 Dorset Street
South Burlington, Vermont 05403
RE: Wetland Mitigation
July 28, 1992
Dear Mr. Munson:
The purpose of this letter report is to outline a proposed option
for mitigating lost wetland values at property you own at the so
called "City Center" in South Burlington, Vermont. Since several
levels of government are involved in this enforcement action we
will be sending this document to the following groups:
VT Agency of Natural Resources
Attn: Ms. Cathy O'Brien
Water Resources Div. Wetlands
103 South Plain Street
Building 10 North
Waterbury, Vermont 05676
City of South Burlington
Attn: Hr. Joe Weith
City Hall
575 Dorset Street
South Burlington, Vermont 05403
STATEMENT OF GOALS:
US Army Corp of Engineers
Attn: Ms. ?tarty Abare
Regulatory Division
Camp Johnson Bldg 10-18
Colchester, Vermont 05446
VT Act 250 Commission
Attn: Louis Borie
District 4 Coordinator
Ill West Street 05403
Essex Jct., Vermont 05452
We view this document as a first step toward a solution, both in
the near term, of the wetland infringement both at land owned by
South Burlington Realty AND, perhaps more importantly, in the
long term, of the City of South Burlington's desire to have a
"downtown". Both agendae are intertwined and, as I believe this
Position paper shows, not* necessarily at odds. A balance must be
struck between the human needs of a City whose roots are suburban
and which now finds itself largely urbanized and the legitimate
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ecological needs of maintaining a quality natural environment.
There are compelling arguments for both the human and natural
environments and in American history, when the two forces
collide, it has usually been the natural environment which has
suffered.
We have the technology and the inclination to adequately plan our
future on the scale South Burlington wants to. We view this
situation as an opportunity to show -case the best parts of
planning the built environment around relatively intact natural
habitats. That said, it is easy to write and more difficult to
accomplish something. We hope to bring a number of dissimilar -
groups together to achieve a consensus for protecting the
wetlands of South Burlington while building a downtown which
present and future residents of the City can be proud of.
Ultimately, we hope to bring both public and private interests
together to jointly:propose the permitting and design of a
comprehensive City Center Plan.
Description of the General Vicinit
The entire parcel owned by South Burlington Realty consists of
about 39.5 acres located to the east of Dorset Street, west of
Hinesburg Road, south;of Williston Road and north of Iby Street.
(see locus map, Figure 2). The parcel has vehicular access via
Corporate Way which connects Hinesburg Road and Dorset Street.
There is a 65 foot Right -of -Way to Hidas Road (White Street F
Ext.). Potential ROW's exist on Mary Street (50') and via Lake
Buick to Dorset Street (50'). This area was farmed for decades
through (approximately) the 1950's. At some point in the later
portion of that time a race track was constructed on the western
side of the parcel.
Ecologically, the area is vegetated by small pole -sized
transitional hardwoods which colonized the area after
abandonment. The area receives urban runoff from various
off -site residential, educational (grammar school) and commercial
properties. Most or all of these impervious surfaced
developments were designed/built without benefit of detention
ponds. Parts of the site were wet to begin with and, of course,
more water has been artificially added to the site from the lack
of detention. Nonetheless, this has served to expand and in some
regards enhance the wetland.
The main east -west drainage was channelized at various times in
its historical past. Though this served to help dry the area out
for agricultural purposes, it has filled in and had become
densely vegetated with alders and other shrubs/forbes. The area
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J was quite flat and since the outlet across Lake Buick land was
culverted, the invert could not be lowered and the area held
water. Part of the property was permitted to have a dug drainage
across it in a 1981 Act 250 proceeding. The permit
was reauthorized periodically and the ditch was excavated
variously from 1980 to 1990. The Act 250 permit required SBR to
channelize an existing drainageway and move another one.
Implicit in that, the ability (dated by today's standards) to
fill the old drainageway. Last winter, 1992, the ditch was
re -freshened and extended 400 feet beyond the authorized length
of ditch.
Adjacent to the SBR parcel to the south and west is a
parcel Purchased -by the City of South Burlington in 1989 with
Land and Water Conservation funds (USDI) for the purpose of
outdoor recreation. This parcel is largely upland and is raw un-
developed land at -this point. The land is vegetated by a
combination of transitional and northern hardwoods, white pine
and eastern hemlock. The area is fairly thick and confined by
development to itsiimmediate south and west.
Description of Impacted Area
The wetland at "City Center" is a degraded, small wetland
associated with a small perennial stream running from the
junction of Routes 16 and 2 to Dorset Street. Most of the
wetland vegetation can be classified as shrub -scrub, with small
areas of open water and emergent vegetation.
The drainage basin that generates water flow through the wetland
is about 225 acres in size. This watershed is entirely urbanized
and receives discharge from culverts northeast of the wetland.
An office memorandum from Robert F. Shattuck, Hydraulics Engineer
for the State of Vermont Agency of Transportation addresses
increased rates of runoff from proposed reconstruction of Dorset
Street, an area to the west of the SBR site. In effect he states
that for a ten year storm event the runoff resulting after
construction "... will not increase measurably." He cautioned
however, that any development to the east of Dorset Street should
consider detention of any storm flow until the University ?call
and Dorset Street storm flows have receded. This allows the
effect of any storm event to be minimized. The watershed for the
SBR site is about 50 acres less than Dorset Street and has the
ability to handle any increase in out flow on -site.
The wetland receives much anthropogenic pollution from runoff. A
road, Corporate Way, was built between 1982 and 1985, bisecting
the wetland. This new construction has impacted a relatively
small portion of the wetland. Additionally, the wetland and its
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surrounding upland contains much waste from squatters and others
Passing through the area.
As described above the impacted drainage way had been previously
ditched for agricultural and race track drainage. The ;
material was side cast into a scrub shrub (alder, willow, red
maple) wetland and levelled during the winter. No other fill
appeared to have been brought in nor did any appear to have been
removed off -site. The area of unauthorized excavation/borrow
placement was about 400 feet by an average of 52 feet wide
(n = 9) or 0.48 acre. Some common_ plants species and their
wetland status are given in Table 1.
We delineated the area of impact approximately to U.S. Army Corps
Of Engineers (COE) and Vermont standards as defined in the Corns
of Engineers Wetlands Delineation Manual (Environmental
Laboratory, 1987),and the Federal Manual for I-2 entifying and
Delineating Jurisdictional Wetlands (Federal Interagency
Committee for Wetland Delineation, 1989), respectively. Section
404 of the Clean Water Act defines wetlands as "Those areas that
are inundated or saturated by surface or groundwater at a
frequency and duration sufficient to support, and that under
normal circumstances does support, a prevalence of vegetation
typically adapted for life in saturated soil conditions. Three
parameters are diagnostic for wetlands: the presence of hydric
(wetland) soils, a preponderance of hydrophytic vegetation
(plants adapted for growth in saturated conditions), and wetland
hydrology. To be considered a wetland all three criteria must be
met on undisturbed sites.
The standard reference for determination of whether or not a
plant species is a wetland species or not is: Reed, Porter B.,
Jr. 1988. National List of Plant Species that Occur in Wetlands:
Northeast (Region 1). Biological Report 88 (26.1), USDI Fish
and Wildlife Service,. -Research and Development, Washington, DC.
This report classifies all plants into five indicator categories
based upon their frequency of occurrence in various habitat
types. Common plants at the area of impact are shown in Table 1.
Table 1: Dominant Wetland Vegetation on South Burlington Realty
disturbed Site, South Burlington, Vermont.
Scientific Name Common Name Status
T R E E S
Acer rubrum Red maple FAC
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S H R U B S
Alnus rugosa
Hamamelis v_irginiana
Betula populifolia
H E R B S
Aster spp.
Carex spp.
Juncus effusus
Onoclea sensibilis
Osmunda cinnamomea
Osmunda regalis -
Equisetum hyemale
Caltha palustris
lypha latifolia
Speckled alder FACW+
Witch hazel FAC-
Grey birch FAC
Asters
Sedge
Soft rush
*„
Sensitive fern
FACW
Cinnamon fern
FACW
Royal fern
OBL
Rough horsetail
FACW
Marsh marigold
OBL
Broad leaved cattail
OBL
Status abbreviations are listed below:
Obligate (OBU-) - Always found in wetlands under natural
conditions (frequency greater than 99%).
Facultative v4ptland (FACW) - Usually found in wetlands (67-
99% frequency? but occasionally found in non -wetlands.
Facultative (FAC) - Sometimes found in wetlands (34-66%
frequency) but -also occurs in non -wetlands.
Facultative upland (FACU) - Seldom found in wetlands (1-33%
frequency) and usually occurs in non -wetlands.
A positive (+) or negative (-) symbol to used with the
facultative indicator to more specifically define the
regional frequency of occurrence in wetlands. A positive
sign indicates a frequency towards the higher end of the
category (more frequently found in wetlands), and a negative
sign indicates a frequency toward the lover end of the
category (less frequently found in wetlands).
** = not classified
NI = no information
Source = Biological Report 88 (26.1) May 1988. National
List of Plant Species that Occur in Wetlands
Northeast (Region 1).
In 1991 NRCS performed_a Functional Analysis of selected wetlands
throughout Chittenden County for the Chittenden County Regional
Planning Commission. .This subject wetland was included in the
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qualitative study based on the New Hampshire Method (Ammann,
A.P., and A. Lindley Stone, 1991. Method for the Comparative
Evaluation of Nontidal Wetlands in New Hampshire. NHDES-WRD-1991-
3) and an aerial survey of the wetland. This study was
commissioned independently of and over a year in advance of the
present research, so these conclusions were reached independently
of any knowledge of the present owner or intended activities.
The following is an excerpt from our report "Wetland Survey of
Essex, Hinesburg, Shelburne, South Burlington and Williston, VT".
NRCS, October 1991.
"The City Center wetland, because of its extremely degraded
condition, scores very poorly on almost all Functional Values
derived from the CCRPC study. It was found however, to have a
high potential to control flood waters. The importance of this
Functional Value is increased by its position in the urban
watershed, with the accelerated runoff rates that accompany large
areas of impermeable surfaces. Ironically, the recent
construction in the area may also augment this potential. The
culvert that channels the stream under the new road serves as a
restrictive features, which would serve to desynchronize storm
flow and subsequent flood potential."
SOILS DESCRIPTION:
According to the USDA Soil Conservation Service Soil Survey for
Chittenden County, five soil types or associations can be found
on the City Center site. The topography consists of small
depressions, gentle slopes (0 to 5 percent) and level terraces.
Scarboro Loan (Sd) can be found in the depressions and along the
edges of drainage channels. This soil type is characterized by
deep and poorly drained loam to fine sandy loam textured soil.
The water table can be found at or near the surface for most of
the year. This soil is very permeable and is subject to becoming
droughty if over drained. The watertable can be effectively
controlled as long as enough elevation change is available for
Positive drainage flow from the site. The water table is the
most restrictive factor for development in this soil.
Au Gres (Au) fine sandy loam occupies level to gently sloping
grades (0 to 5 percent). The soil consist of deep, loose, fine
to gravely sand. It is somewhat poorly to poorly drained with a
high seasonal water table at or near the surface during the wet
season and down to a depth of 3 feet or more during the droughty
Part of the year. The soil is rapidly permeable and has a low
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water holding capacity. With a proper drainage system installed
the water table can be successfully controlled. Without a
drainage system, the water table would be a limiting factor to
development outside of agricultural use on this soil.
Duane and,Deerfield (DdA) soils occupy irregularly shaped
depressions generally just upslope of the Au Gres soil type. The
soil texture is fine sandy loam to gravelly loamy sand deeper in
the soil profile. Like other soils found in this area the Duane
and Deerfield association is highly permeable and exhibits low
water holding capacity. The water table can be found at two feet
below the surfaces but fluctuates seasonally. The depth to the
water table can be restrictive to development if not controlled
through drainage system.
Adams and VIndsor (AdA) loamy sands occupy irregularly shaped
terraces. The soil is sandy to a depth of four feet and
generally is underlain by stratified sand, gravel, sandy loam,
till of bedrock. These soils are highly permeable and exhibit
low water holding capacity and may be moderately well to
excessively well drained. The suitability for development is
high with little reptriction.
Some of the depressi-ons may contain muck and peat (Hp). The Soil
Survey map shows a very small area (200 sq. ft.) within the
eastern boundary of the property. This soil type exhibits high
organic content with a water table existing at or near the -
surface for the entire year. Whether this soil type actually
exists here within the property is questionable due to the level
of accuracy of the Soil Survey maps. An on -site wetland
delineation should be performed using accepted standards to
determine its existence.
To generalize, the soils are well suited for manipulation and
respond accordingly ifcdrained or inundated. They are the best
candidates for wetland mitigation and, when drained, for
development.
PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT/MITIGATION:
The proposal will bring about four city blocks with mixed
residential, commercial and municipal uses to the immediate area
of the impacted wetland and possibly other noncontiguous but
nearby wetlands. The city planning office through its consultant
has identified this specific area (independently of,this process)
as the focal point for South Burlington's "Downtown". Lacking a
cohesive "Downtown" by virtue of its strip type development and
tract housing, they believe the greater good is served by
concentrating growth in --the existing urbanized zone. Figure 2 is
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,+ a schematic of this plan as presented by Dr. Michael Munson,
Planning Consultant to South Burlington in July of 1992. Details
of where all jurisdictional wetlands are on the site and the
building/utility infrastructure needs to be developed.
We believe there could be linkage between the adjacent city owned
parcel and the SBR land to do a creative wetland mitigation
solution to the entire problem.
Fact:
The drainage ways which would be affected were man
modified for, generations.
Solution:
Replace the open drainage ditch onto city owned land
with a varied habitat in -kind wetland approximately
twice as large as the original one which (1) handles
detention from this and off -site developments, (2)
replaces all wetland functions of the list wetlands and
(3) provides dow intensive interpretive nature trail
access by the,;,wetland for educational and recreational
Pursuits. Be-4ng situated so close to both the Central
elementary school and the South Burlington High School.
There would be.excellent opportunities to study
wetlands, perhaps even to monitor the long term habitat
response of this mitigation area. The possibilities
are myriad.
PROPOSED SCHEDULE OF EVERTS:
The following is a proposed schedule of events that should occur
for the orderly prosecution of the goals outlined earlier.
Chronology may change somewhat without serious consequences.
Critical path decision points and inflexible events are noted in
the text.
Task 1. Field delineate all on -site wetland including the City -
owned parcel. Assume 1987 and 1989 COE manuals to
yield same wetland dimensions (requires COE and State
of VT concurrence).
Task 2. Survey the above wetlands via rod and transit.
Task 3. Investigate all affected wetland functions/values.
Task 4. Map wetlands at a compatible scale to other engineering
documents (probably 1" = 100,).
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Task 5. Prepare topographic map of entire parcel including
City -owned land. Contour interval to be one foot.
Task 6. Prepare detailed soils map of entire parcel including
City -owned land.
Task 7. Schedule and hold monthly progress meetings with COE,
State of Vermont, City and Act 250 personnel.
Project Coordination in general.
Task 8. Seek approval of USDI Land and Water Conservation
personnel,to allow for the development of wetland
mitigation and recreation facilities on City land
partiallyefunded by private sources.
Task 9. Prepare a detailed Wetland ?litigation Plan for the
entire parcel (this would include after -the -fact fill
applications to both the COE (9a) and State of Vermont
(9b) allo%�ing the presently effected wetland to be
mitigated.,:.snd to be comprehensive for other required
modifications throughout the parcel and for the
mitigation -area partially on City land.
Task 10. Do preliminary architectural engineering details for
entire parcel.
Task 11. Seek other required Local and State approvals including
Act 250 Amendment, Permit, City zoning approvals, etc.
Task 12. Construct Wetland Mitigation Area and associated
recreational facility.
Task 13. Monitor Wetland functions in concert with SBHS/UVM/MRCS
on a long tekm basis.
It is our assumption that Tasks 1-6 could be accomplished within
a 4-6 week period. Task number 7 is ongoing and would occur at
4-6 week intervals as determined by the participants. Task
number 8 is assumed to take six months (which means that on the
ground mitigation work, Which is contingent upon USDI approval,
must Wait until 1993). Alternatively we could backcast the
original spoil back into the channel and allow it to vegetate,
then re -dredge it in the future pending approval of the entire
plan. Task 9 will take about one month to accomplish. Task 10
(engineering), though not our field, will probably require
several months. Task,12 will require about 2-4 weeks though a
re -vegetation plan may extend this (spring plantings are, in our
experience, far superior to summer or fall plantings). Task 13
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(monitoring should take place periodically during the school year
for a five to ten year period).
List of Required Approvals:
State Act 250 Amendment i
Conditional Use Determination (after -he -fact)"''
and Wetland Violation Compliance
401 Water Quality Certificate
Federal US Army Corp of Engineers (after -the -fact)
Wetland Permit and Wetland Violation
Compliance.
USDI Land and Water Conservation Fund(r;
Change in Approved Land Use
+ u5e
City Zoning Approvals
Conservation Zone Violation
Estimate of Costs:;,
We have estimated a•range of costs for each of the 13 tasks.
Some degree of cost sharing is assumed between the City and
Munson Earth Moving.- For preliminary negotiation purposes ve
have placed our opinions as to the ratio of private (SBR) versus
public (City of South Burlington) benefit and therefore costs.
u Task
Range of Costs
SBR (%)
City
°3 1
1, 000- 4,000
(1 )
80
20
„y G 3
2, 000- 6,000
( 2 )
80
20
2, 500- 3,000
80
20
a 4
2, 000- 3,000
80
20
--: 5
6, 000- 10,1000
80
20
6
3, 000- 5,1000
80
20
7
5, 000- 6, 000
( 3 )
50
50
8
2, 000- 4, 000
50
50
�_. C9�,
6, 000- 10,000
( 3 )
60
40
10
8,000- 10,000
Be
20 (6)
11
5, 000- 10, 000
( 3 )
80
20
12
30,000-100,000
(4)
50
50
13
1, 500- 5,000
( 5 )
30
70
TOTALS
74, 000-176, 500
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Mr. Randy Munson
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Footnotes:
1. Depends on degree of accuracy of previous cork and number of
acres not surveyed.
2. Depends on whether done in leaf -on or leaf -off condition and
whether MRCS does it. A hip chain/compass survey, if done
after the 1 foot topo would be considerably cheaper. Some
wetland surveying done previously -must be field checked for
accuracy.
3. Largely dependent upon number of meetings which is largely
dependent upon how quickly we can build consensus among
Interested parties and how well we can avoid controversy with
outside groups and indirectly affected parties.
4. Depends upon -wetland size/complexity and the amount and kind
of wetland related recreational features.
5. Depends on the number of years to monitor ratio.
6. Depends on the degree of City participation.
I hope this letter provides you with the details on the direction
that we feel is necessary that this project take. I think this
proactive approacki-ls comprehensive enough to satisfy all
interested parties. I look forward to discussing details of this
with you at your convenience.
Very truly yours,
Peter W. Spear, CWB, CEP, CHEP
Principal
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CONCORD, NH 03301 GRAND ISLE. VT03/31
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1) DRtDGING SPOILS TO BE REDISTRIBUTED FROM WETLAND TO EXCATED
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2) BANKS OF WORK AREA TO BE GRADED TO 3:1 SLOPE OR FLATTER TO
MATCH NATIVE BANKS.
3) STREAM DEPTH TO BE 15 to 20 INCHES AND FOUR TO SIX FEET
WIDE AT TOP OF BANK, CHANNEL TO BE TRAPEZOIDALIN SHAPE.
4) STANDARD AND SPECIFICATION GUIDELINES CAN BE FOUND IN THE
VERMONT HANDBOOK FOR SOIL EROSION AND SEDIMENT CONTROL ON
CONSTRUCTION SITES (1989).
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NATURAL RESOURCE CONSULTING SERVICES
67 West Shore Road
Grand Isle, Vermont 05458
802-878-4800
Mr. Richard Ward
Zoning Administrator
City of South Burlignton
575 Dorset Street
South Burlignton, Vermont 05403
RE: Corporate Circle Wetland Restoration Plan
South Burlington, Vermont
October 9, 1992
Dear Mr. Ward:
Enclosed is the restoration plan for the Corporate Circle
Wetland. This plan outlines the procedures to mitigate and
restore the subject stream to its pre -construction, condition, and
alignment. Please contact this office with any questions you may
have. We are prepared to begin restoration once you approve this
plan. We anxiously await your reply.
Sincerely,
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Christopher Danforth
Project Manager
Enclosures
cc: C. O'Brien
R. Phillips
M. Abair
L. Borie
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NEW HAMPSHIRE ADDRESS: 31-A Fayette Street, Concord, NH 03301 603-228-4600
PLANNER
658-7955
City of South Burlington
575 DORSET STREET
SOUTH BURLINGTON, VERMONT05403
FAX 658-4748
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October 13, 1992
Mr. Christopher Danforth
Natural Resource Consulting Service
31-A Fayette Street
Concord, New Hampshire 03301
Re: Corporate Circle Wetland Restoration plan
Dear Mr. Danforth:
ZONING ADMINISTRATOR
658-7958
Your plan to restore the subject drainage way has been reviewed
by this office and that of the City Engineer. The plan as
submitted is acceptable, however, the City will require that in
the spring trees which were originally removed be replaced. It
is my understanding that trees from the area will be
transplanted.
Thanks for your cooperation.
Very truly,
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Richard Ward,
Zoning Administrative Officer
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TO DORSET STREET
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