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City of Manassas, VirginiaPlanning Commission Meeting

AGENDA

Planning Commission Meeting9027 Center Street

Manassas, VA 20110City Hall Council Chambers - 1st Floor

Wednesday, July 08, 2020

Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance - 6:00 p.m.

Roll Call and Determination of a Quorum

Remote Participation

I move to allow Commissioners {say names} to participate in tonight’s meeting by remoteelectronic communication as permitted by the Planning Commission's rules of procedures.

1. Approval of the Minutes

1.1 Approval of Minutes - May 6, 2020Draft Meeting Minutes for May 6, 2020

2. Citizens’ Comments – Other Than Agenda Items

The citizens' comments portion of the agenda is set aside for those citizens who wish toaddress the Planning Commission for less than three minutes each on topics that are notscheduled for a public hearing.

In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, members of the public are encouraged to submitcomments to the Planning Commission by visiting www.manassascity.org/hearings,emailing the Planning Commission at planningcommission@manassasva.gov, mailing aletter to the Community Development Office, Room 202, at 9027 Center Street, Manassas,Virginia or by calling 703-257-8223 and leaving a voicemail. All written/electroniccomments will be provided to the Planning Commission and included in the meetingminutes.

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3. Other Business

3.1 SP #2019-0034 Jefferson Square Subdivision(Staff: Gregory Bokan, AICP, Zoning Administrator, Land DevelopmentManager)MemorandumLocation MapSubdivision Plat, Jefferson SquareFinal Subdivision Plat Requirements Checklist

3.2 Monthly Update(Staff: Matthew Arcieri, AICP, Director Planning & Development )Pending Land Use Cases - July 2020

Adjournment

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DRAFT MINUTES City of Manassas

Planning Commission Public Hearing Meeting

Wednesday, May 6, 2020 – 6:00 p.m.

Members Present: Harry Clark – Chairman Ken Johnson – Vice-Chair (Electronic Participation)

Russell Harrison (Arrived at 6:08pm) Robert Schilpp

Bill Thompson Elaine Trautwein (Electronic Participation) Martha Wilson (Electronic Participation)

Staff: Elizabeth Via-Gossman, FAICP – Community Development Director Matthew Arcieri, AICP – Planning & Zoning Manager

Christen Miller – Boards & Commissions Clerk

CALL TO ORDER The Chairman called the meeting to order at 6:01 p.m.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

DETERMINATION OF A QUORUM Clerk took the roll, and a quorum was determined. AMENDMENT TO PLANNING COMMISSION RULES OF PROCEDURE FOR REMOTE PARTICIPATION Recommended Motion #1: In light of the declaration of a local emergency, I move that the Planning Commission waive the 30-day notice requirement in Section 8 of the Commission’s Rules of Procedure in order to consider an amendment to the Rules that will allow Commissioners to participate in meetings by remote electronic communication. Commissioner Schilpp motioned to approve amendment as stated. Commissioner Thompson seconded the motion. Roll Call by Chairman: The MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

Commissioner Schilpp Y

Commissioner Thompson Y

Chairman Clark Y

Commissioner Harrison Y

Commissioner Thompson Y

Commissioner Trautwein Y

Commissioner Wilson Y

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Recommended Motion #2: I move adoption of the amendment to the Rules that will allow Commissioners to participate in meetings by remote electronic communication. Commissioner Schilpp motioned to adopt amendment as stated. Commissioner Thompson seconded the motion. Roll Call by Chairman: The MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Commissioner Harrison motioned to approve the minutes for February 5, 2020 as submitted. Commissioner Schilpp seconded the motion. Roll Call by Chairman: The MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. OTHER BUSINESS In light of the restrictions and advisories on public gatherings as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic please note that there is no citizen's time on the agenda. Members of the public are encouraged to submit comments to the Planning Commission by visiting www.manassascity.org/hearings, emailing the Planning Commission at planningcommission@manassasva.gov, mailing a letter to the Community Development Office, Room 202, at 9027 Center Street, Manassas, Virginia or by calling 703-257-8225 and leaving a voicemail. All written/electronic comments will be provided to Planning Commission and included in the meeting minutes.

Commissioner Schilpp Y

Commissioner Thompson Y

Chairman Clark Y

Commissioner Harrison Y

Commissioner Thompson Y

Commissioner Trautwein Y

Commissioner Wilson Y

Commissioner Harrison Y

Commissioner Schilpp Y

Chairman Clark Y

Commissioner Thompson Y

Commissioner Thompson Y

Commissioner Trautwein Y

Commissioner Wilson Y

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NEW BUSINESS CPA #2020-01, Public Library at Wellington Station Staff: Elizabeth S. Via-Gossman, FAICP, Director of Community Development Ms. Via-Gossman noted there will be no presentation, but to please refer to the staff analysis on pages 8 – 14 of the agenda packets. This is a request to review and approve the proposed location for a 6000 sq. ft. public library in the Wellington Station Shopping Center as consistent with the 2040 Comprehensive Plan. Staff finds that the proposed location for the proposed public library at the Wellington Station shopping center is consistent with the adopted 2040 Comprehensive Plans and staff recommends approval. Planning Commission Discussion: Commissioner Johnson had no questions or comments. Commissioner Trautwein had no questions or comments. Commissioner Wilson had no questions or comments. Commissioner Harrison had no questions or comments. Commissioner Schilpp had no questions or comments. Commissioner Thompson had no questions or comments. Chairman Clark had no questions or comments. Commissioner Schilpp motioned to approve CPA #2020-01 as consistent with the 2040 Comprehensive Plan. Commissioner Thompson seconded the motion. The MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. Initiation of REZ #2020-06, 9001 Center Street Staff: Matthew Arcieri, AICP, Planning & Zoning Manager Mr. Arcieri asked the commission to please refer to page 15 – 18 in the agenda packet. This request is for a rezoning of 9001 Center Street from B-3 with proffers to a B-3 without proffers and to repeal the proffers approved with REZ 1991-04 in their entirety. The property at 9001 Center Street is recommended for consideration of a City-initiated update to rezone to B-3, without proffers to remove the use restrictions adopted in 1991. Staff finds that a City-initiated rezoning is appropriate for this property and approval of the attached resolution would initiate the rezoning process. If initiated, a Planning Commission public hearing would be scheduled for Summer 2020.

Commissioner Schilpp Y

Commissioner Thompson Y

Chairman Clark Y

Commissioner Harrison Y

Commissioner Thompson Y

Commissioner Trautwein Y

Commissioner Wilson Y

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Planning Commission Discussion: Commissioner Johnson had no questions or comments. Commissioner Trautwein had no questions or comments. Commissioner Wilson asked if there was a developer in line to do any work and Mr. Arcieri stated there are no plans to alter the building in any way and any changes or alterations would require approval from the Architectural Review Board. Commissioner Harrison wanted to clarify the property is dated 1890 and not 1860. Mr. Arcieri agreed 1890 is correct. Commissioner Schilpp had no questions or comments. Commissioner Thompson had no questions or comments. Chairman Clark reiterated that the rezoning will not allow the applicant to increase height as Mr. Arcieri stated. Applicant: Not present. The Clerk read for the record comments from Judith Molinelli. Commissioner Harrison motioned to initiate REZ 2020-06. Commissioner Schilpp seconded the motion. The MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. ADJOURNMENT Chairman Clark motioned to adjourn the meeting. The MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY BY VOICE VOTE and the meeting was adjourned at 6:27 p.m. _________________________________________________ ________________ Harry Clark, Chairman Date _________________________________________________ ________________ Christen Miller, Clerk Date

Commissioner Schilpp Y

Commissioner Thompson Y

Chairman Clark Y

Commissioner Harrison Y

Commissioner Thompson Y

Commissioner Trautwein Y

Commissioner Wilson Y

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Christen Miller

From: Judi molinelli <jem3891@gmail.com>Sent: Wednesday, May 6, 2020 10:27 AMTo: Matthew ArcieriCc: Elizabeth Via-Gossman; PlanningCommission; Mayor and CouncilSubject: Re: [EXT]:Re: Rezoning of 9001 Center Street

Dear Matt,  Thank you for calling. I am pleased that the rezoning is for regulatory cleanup only and will not trigger or change any of the present limitations on the height of the historic landmark at 9001 Center Street. I will make sure that everybody in our group knows about this and I thank you for the explanation as well as for a copy of the original proffer.    Best regards, Judith Molinelli  Preserve Historic Manassas   On Mon, May 4, 2020, 9:14 PM Matthew Arcieri <marcieri@ci.manassas.va.us> wrote: 

Please see attached. There is no proffer for height or green space. 

  

‐Matt  

  

From: Judi molinelli <jem3891@gmail.com>  Sent: Monday, May 4, 2020 7:18 PM To: Matthew Arcieri <marcieri@ci.manassas.va.us>; Elizabeth Via‐Gossman <evia‐gossman@ci.manassas.va.us>; PlanningCommission <PlanningCommission@ci.manassas.va.us> Subject: Re: [EXT]:Re: Rezoning of 9001 Center Street 

  

  

Dear Matt, 

  

Thank you for the reply. I would like to have a copy of the 1991 ‐ 04 proffer as soon as possible so that I have reviewed it before the May 6th meeting. Please send a copy or provide a link so that I may retrieve it. 

  

It appears that the present zoning is B 3.0 for which the uses are limited by a proffer.  The owner asks that limits on the use be removed, correct?  Our main question is simple, does removing the proffer [which appears to be a 

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rezoning] have any effect on the maximum allowable height of the landmark building?  In other words does the proffer somehow limit how high the building can be?  And does removing the proffer mean that the greenspace which is now very large could be reduced for the purpose of expanding the existing landmark building or building new structures? 

  

If we have misunderstood the request for rezoning,  please tell me now. If there's no possible way that removing the proffer will affect the allowable building height or greenspace, there would appear not to be a problem. 

  

Thanks, Judi 

  

  

  

  

Hi Judi, hope all is well. Thank you for these comments which will be provided to the Planning Commission for the record on Wednesday. If the request to remove the 1991 proffers is initiated, we will cover these questions in the public hearing staff report. 

  

Thanks! 

Matt 

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

From: Judi molinelli <jem3891@gmail.com>  Sent: Monday, May 4, 2020 9:57 AM To: PlanningCommission <PlanningCommission@ci.manassas.va.us>; City Clerk <Cityclerk@ci.manassas.va.us>; WP ‐ 

 Matthew Arcieri, AICP 

Planning & Zoning Manager 

Zoning Administrator 

703-257-8232 

marcieri@manassasva.gov 

www.manassascity.org/zoning 

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City Manager <citymanager@ci.manassas.va.us>; Mayor and Council <MayorandCouncil@ci.manassas.va.us>; Elizabeth Via‐Gossman <evia‐gossman@ci.manassas.va.us>; Matthew Arcieri <marcieri@ci.manassas.va.us> Subject: [EXT]:Re: Rezoning of 9001 Center Street 

  

[EXTERNAL] 

  

 

Dear Matt and Liz 

 

I hope you are well and are not too stressed by the pandemic. 

  

RE: rezoning proposal for 9001 Center Street. 

  

I am relieved that the requested change is for 

B3.0 and NOT B3.5. The building is a historic landmark which means it should be subject to heightened scrutiny and minimal changes. However, I have a few questions for the zoning office. 

 

The zoning office described the proposal for rezoning as one that would expand the "uses" of the the property to those commensurate with B 3.0. What the building is used for is less of a concern to Preserve Historic Manassas than changes to either the footprint of the building, new construction on top of the building or a loss of greenspace, a discussion or even mention of which was conspicuously omitted. 

 

I am concerned that the owners REAL motivation for changing the zoning to B 3.0 is not just that they can add a different use, as the town implies. Rather, I am concerned that they plan to raise the height of the existing landmark to 60 feet and develop the greenspace. Unfortunately, I have learned not to take the explanations given by the town at face value.  

  

Therefore I want to ask specific questions. 

 

1. If B3.0 is granted, could new construction be permitted that could raise the height of the landmark building up to 60 feet [including mechanical enclosures] as long as the new construction is stepped back 15 feet? 

 

2. Presently there is landscaped greenspace surrounding the landmark building that is natural [grass, trees, etc.], which adds to the beauty, historic significance and grandeur of the building. 

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Is there ANY WAY that rezoning to B3.0 could permit development of this greenspace, i.e. ANY REDUCTION in the square footage of this surrounding greenspace to make way for new construction? Specifically, could the land/greenspace at the sides, front OR back of the landmark building be turned into hardscape or new construction?  

 

Preserve Historic Manassas is particularly concerned with obstruction of light AND loss of greenspace in the historic core downtown area where this landmark has stood since 1860. We are also concerned that new construction can diminish the beauty and historic presence of the landmark.  

 

In many historic towns landmark buildings such as this are converted into dwellings WITHOUT a loss of greenspace or new construction that is visible from the street. This has been accomplished to maintain the integrity of the landmark and to preserve the site/greenspace on which it sits are preserved.  

 

3. Could this building or a portion of it be converted into dwellings/apartments/condos by rezoning to residential status instead of B3.0?  

  

4. Exactly HOW could this landmark property and greenspace be changed if B 3.0 zoning is granted?  

 

Please provide detailed answers since these are questions that we will raise at any eventual public hearings. We also plan to invite Matt Arcieri and someone from the Planning board to a question and answer meeting at some point, even if it is on line.  

  

Thank you, Judith Molinelli  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

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TO: Planning Commission

FROM: Gregory J. Bokan, AICP, Zoning Administrator, Land Development Manager

DATE: June 30, 2020

RE: SP #2019-0034, Jefferson Square

Attached is the proposed subdivision plat for Jefferson Square. This site was the subject of

Proffered Rezoning REZ-2018-01, which was approved by City Council in January 2019. The

submitted subdivision is consistent with the rezoning, depicting 85 Single Family Attached lots

and 20 Single Family Detached lots.

Pursuant to Section 106-5(5) of the City subdivision ordinance, this plat requires Planning

Commission and City Council approval.

The attached subdivision plat meets all requirements of the City subdivision ordinance, zoning

ordinance, and Design and Construction Standards Manual. Pursuant to the state code, absent

specific deficiencies in these requirements, the plat shall be approved.

Attachment:

1. Location Map

2. Subdivision Plat, Jefferson Square

3. Final Subdivision Plat Requirements Checklist

MEMORANDUM CITY OF MANASSAS

Department of Community Development

Phone: 703-257-8223 Fax: 703-257-5117

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WOODLEACT

TARRA LN

WOODLEA CT

WALLST

SCARLETOAK DR

TARRALN

TEA

BERRY CT

WALLST

TEA BERRY CT

JEFFERSON STFRINGETREE LN

CHINA

GROVE CT

JEFFERSONST

CHINA

GROVE CT

SCHOOL ST

JEFFERSON STJEFFERSON ST

WESTFIELD RD

MADISON AVE

SCHOOL ST

SCARLETOAK DR

CHAPMANOAK DR

BRAGG LN

PRINCE WILLIAM ST

MCKINLEY AVE

LINCOLN AVE

PRINCE WILLIAM ST

City of ManassasSP #2019-0034

Jefferson Square

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LegendProject AreaParcels

Map Created by: Department of Community DevelopmentMap Updated on: 3/26/2019

This map is intended for reference purposes only.Any determination of topography or contours, or any depiction of physical improvements, property lines, or boundaries is for generalinformation only and shall not be used for the design, modification, or construction of improvements to real property or for flood plaindetermination.

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Final Subdivision Plat Requirements: SP-2019-0034, Jefferson Square

Provided (Yes, No, or N/A)

Requirements (City Code Section 106-103, Unless Otherwise Noted Below)

Yes Prepared by certified professional engineer or land surveyor (seal on each sheet).Yes Source of title of the owner of the land subdivided and the place of record of the last

instrument in the chain of titleYes Owner’s consent and dedication with notary certification block including the

following statement:“The platting or dedication of the following described land (here insert a correct description of the land subdivided) is with the free consent and in accordance with the desire of the undersigned owners, proprietors, and trustees, if any.”

Yes Surveyor’s certification block (see DCSM 2-509)Yes Planning Commission review and recommended approval block (if not eligible for

administrative approval)Yes Council Approval block (if not eligible for administrative approval)Yes Zoning Administrator approval block (if eligible for administrative approval)Yes Recordation blockYes Annotated north arrowYes Vicinity mapYes Meridian which the bearings are referenced to and method of establishmentYes Statement that iron pipes will be setYes All resultant areas of recorded parcels shall be platted and shownYes Area tabulationYes Individual lots identified by separate and sequential numbers (no addresses)Yes Existing and proposed tax map numbers and all adjoining parcelsYes Subdivision, parcel, and lot boundaries with bearings and distances and/or complete

curve dataYes Area of each lot and /or parcel shown within its boundaries Yes 100 year flood boundary (where applicable)Yes Proposed and existing easements with proper annotationYes Proposed and existing streets (with centerlines, bearings, distances and curve data for

the rights-of way, and right-of-way dedication annotated with the phrase “Hereby dedicated for public street purposes.”)

Yes Vacated streets and parcelsYes Location of geodetic control monuments within boundaries (if applicable) and

accompanying note (see DCSM 2-509 & 2-1004)

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Planning Commission Monthly Update – Pending Land Use Cases July 8, 2020 CC= City Council; PC= Planning Commission

P:\PLANNING COMMISSION\Monthly LU Case Update\Pending Land Use Cases - Jul 2020.docx

Case Name Date Submitted

Staff Assigned

Address/ Description Status

SUP #2020-01; Firestone on Liberia Avenue

7/12/19 Davis 8805 Liberia Avenue; SUP to allow a minor motor vehicle repair use in a portion of Home Depot parking lot.

Application accepted: 7/16/19 PC recommended approval: 12/4/19 CC approved: 2/10/20

SUP #2020-02; Public Safety Facility Height Modification

12/3/19 Arcieri 9608 & 9608A Grant Avenue; SUP to increase to increase the maximum allowable structure height from 55 feet to 60 feet, excluding mechanical equipment.

Application accepted: 12/3/19 PC recommended approval: 1/15/20 CC approved: 3/9/20

REZ #2020-04 & ZTA #2020-03; Hibbs and Giddings Building

1/15/20 Baker 9129 Center Street; rezoning and text amendment to add the Hibbs and Giddings Building to the adopted list of historic landmarks.

PC initiation: 1/15/20 PC recommended approval: 2/5/20 CC approved: 3/9/20

SUP #2020-03; Panera Bread Parking Modification

1/29/20 Delhomme 9850 Liberia Avenue; SUP to increase the maximum permitted parking.

Application accepted: 1/31/20 PC hearing: TBD

SUP #2020-04 & REZ-2020-05; Pierce Funeral Home Indoor Columbarium

2/24/20 Arcieri/ Samples

9400 Stonewall Road and 9605 Center Street; SUP and rezoning of 0.57 acres from R-5 to I-1 to allow an indoor columbarium in conjunction with the existing funeral home.

Application accepted: 2/25/20 PC hearing: TBD

SUP #2020-05; Liberia Avenue Gasoline Station

6/19/20 Samples 9500 Richmond Avenue; SUP to allow a gasoline station with a convenience store.

Application accepted: 6/23/20 PC hearing: TBD

REZ #2020-06; 9001 Center Street Proffer Amendment

3/16/20 Arcieri 9001 Center Street; City initiated rezoning to B-3 without proffers to remove the use restrictions adopted in 1987

PC initiation: 5/6/20 PC hearing: TBD

REZ #2020-07; King’s Landing

5/11/20 Arcieri/ Samples

10201 and 10221 Godwin Drive; rezoning of 4.69 acres from R-2 to R-3 to allow 17 single family, attached homes (townhomes).

Application accepted: 5/20/20 PC hearing: TBD

Upcoming Planning Commission Meeting Dates:

• Wednesday, August 5, 2020, Planning Commission Regular Meeting (Tentative)

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