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CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PLAN 199 This page left intentionally blank 200 Transmittal Letter | FY 2025 Recommended |Capital Improvement Plan MEMORANDUM TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of City Council FROM: Timothy J. Baroody, City Manager RE: Recommended Capital Improvement Plan for FY 2025 DATE: March 12, 2024 Capital Improvement Plan During each budget cycle, the City of Fredericksburg is asked to review its Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) and update the projects anticipated to begin over the next five fiscal years. Throughout this process, projects may be added or removed as new needs arise and resources are shifted. This plan is meant to be a roadmap for the anticipated needs that will assist City staff in accomplishing the desired future state described by City Council throughout Council Priorities. While the CIP provides a glimpse into what the future will look like for the City of Fredericksburg, it is important to keep in mind the projects that have recently been completed as well as those that are ongoing to grasp the full scope of all that the City has accomplished over the last year. Recently Completed Projects NextGen 911 In January 2023, the Information Technology and Fredericksburg Police Departments debuted NextGen 911 (NG911). NG911 improves the speed and efficiency of emergency response and gives citizens more options for accessing help in an emergency; citizens can send text messages to 911 operators, which can be especially useful in situations where it is unsafe to make a voice call. They can also send photos or videos that may help identify the location or nature of the emergency. In addition, NG911 can automatically provide the operator with the caller's location, which can be very useful in emergencies where the caller may not know their exact location or may not be able to provide it. NG911 uses geo- location technology to determine the caller's location based on their phone's GPS signal, which will help emergency responders find the caller more quickly and efficiently. Snowden Pump Station and Force Main Improvements The Snowden pump station and force main was installed in the early 1990s by Mary Washington Hospital and deeded to the City. The pump station receives sewage from the Hospital and buildings on Sam Perry Boulevard, Hospital Drive and Care Way. It is located approximately 1200 feet from the Route 1 and Mary 201 Transmittal Letter | FY 2025 Recommended |Capital Improvement Plan Washington Boulevard intersection. In FY 2023, staff completed the replacement of the lower portion of the force main and installed air and pressure relief valves. Executive Plaza Center Over the last two fiscal years, Public Facilities completed the renovation of the fourth floor for the Community Planning and Building Department and moved that department to the Executive Plaza from the second floor of City Hall. In addition, staff also managed the replacement of the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems for the second, third, fourth, fifth, sixth and seventh floors and replaced the main electrical distribution panels for the entire building. Public Safety Through a FY 2024 mid-year appropriation, City Council approved the purchase of five replacement patrol hybrid vehicles, three for the Police Department and two for the Sheriff’s Department. Both departments have replacement schedules for their vehicles and this appropriation would maintain the current fleet, given existing supply chain delays. The departments are finding it difficult to have existing orders fulfilled and are currently exploring other environmentally-friendly vehicle options. The Fire Department currently provides service from two (2) fire stations strategically located within the City limits. Fire Station 1 is located downtown on Princess Anne Street and Fire Station 2 is on Altoona Drive adjacent to Route 3. Due to increased development, a third fire station is necessary for the City. This station will produce better response times to locations that are furthest from the existing stations, providing enhanced and complete coverage as part of an overall Fire / EMS delivery system. Fire Station 3 will be constructed on City-owned land at Fall Hill Avenue and Wicklow Drive. Since FY 2022, funding has been budgeted for architectural and engineering services; construction is now planned for FY 2027. Purchases for new fire suppression apparatus to equip the new station are planned for FY 2026. Ongoing Projects Wastewater Treatment Plant Upgrade On January 18, 2023, the City of Fredericksburg entered into an interim agreement with Ulliman Schutte Construction, LLC to set the City on course for a planned wastewater treatment facility expansion to accommodate future residential, commercial, and industrial growth. The current project is projected to cost $158.5 million and will expand the current plant’s capacity from 4.5 million gallons per day (mgd) to 6.0 mgd. Of the projected cost, approximately $100 million dollars is comprised of grant funding procured by City staff. This figure includes $27 million via State budget allocation, $54.02 million via the Water Quality Improvement Fund (WQIF), $3.9 million in City ARPA funds, and $13.58 million in State Enhanced Nutrient Removal Certainty, Pound and Petersburg (ENRCPP) Program. These grants coupled with the recent approval of the City’s application for Virginia Clean Water Revolving Loan Fund (VCWRLF), which is a low interest financing vehicle, further reduced ratepayers projected burden. The project is at the 60% design phase with 85% design expected in May 2024. Comprehensive Agreement and negotiation is expected in May 2024 and construction anticipated summer 2025. 202 Transmittal Letter | FY 2025 Recommended |Capital Improvement Plan New Middle School Project The adopted FY 2023 budget included a new middle school currently planned to be an 1100 student middle-school serving all Grades 6-8 in the City. This would replace the current Walker-Grant Middle School which was built in 1988. On November 8, 2022, City Council approved the comprehensive agreement between the School Board and First Choice for the design and construction of the new middle school project. The gross total value of the comprehensive agreement is $75.58 million. Of this amount, the City and Schools anticipate $8.57 million in State grant opportunities to help offset some of the impacts to tax payers. The new middle school and the upgraded wastewater treatment plant represent the largest capital projects, in terms of funding, in the City’s history. These projects have been and will continue to be major projects for city staff over the next few of years. Riverfront Park Improvements Since May 2022, residents and visitors have enjoyed the river views, open play areas, the interactive water features and more at Riverfront Park. In February 2024, the new restroom building was installed and opened to the public. In February 2024, through Resolution 24-10, City Council approved the purchase of a mobile stage for Riverfront Park. Originally, staff had planned for the $1.2 million Riverfront Park grant received from the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) to fund a permanent covered stage, but the one bid received was substantially more than the allotted funds. The mobility of the stage would allow for the center of Riverfront Park to be used for other activities and the ability to remove the stage also leaves unobstructed views of the river when events are not occurring. Water and Sewer Master Plan The Public Works Department and Procurement Officer issued a Request for Proposals for the Water and Sewer Master Plan in FY 2024 and proposals have been received. Staff anticipates awarding a contract in May or June 2024 and expects a final Master Plan to be delivered within eighteen (18) months. Executive Plaza Visitor Center In August 2022, through Ordinance 22-15, City Council authorized the sale of 706 Caroline to the Economic Development Authority (EDA) in order to establish a larger, more modern and accessible Visitor Center at the City’s Executive Plaza Building at 601 Caroline Street. In December 2022, the City sold 706 Caroline to the EDA and leased the building back from the EDA until the Executive Plaza Building renovation is complete. The Fiscal Year 2023 Capital Improvement Plan included $1,000,000 for this project; in December 2023 the project budget was adjusted to $1,441,374. Paddox Construction of Leesburg, VA was awarded the contract for the renovation and in February 2024 the vendor began demolition work. 203 Transmittal Letter | FY 2025 Recommended |Capital Improvement Plan Capital Carryovers The projects mentioned above are just a few of the ongoing improvements happening currently in the City. At the end of each fiscal year, budget staff will analyze all budgeted projects to conclude if they have been completed or need to have funds appropriated in the next fiscal year. This process is called the “Capital Carryover Process” and results in a resolution brought before City Council to approve said appropriation1. FY 2025 Adopted Budget Capital Improvement Plan The recommended capital budget for FY 2025 is presented in this transmittal letter. The new capital improvement plan spans FY 2025 – FY 2029, with future fiscal years considered planning years. This capital improvement plan includes projects needed to accommodate the City’s continued growth and infrastructure improvement needs. There are a number of key transportation and infrastructure repair projects that bolster the Public Works portion of the CIP. Outside of these items, there are three projects that have been included in the recent 2022(A) G.O. issuance occurring in FY 2023: upgrading the Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) System, engineering and design of a new fire station, and pump station and force main improvements to the pump station at Routes 2 and 17. In addition, the CIP includes improvements to the City Shop, Rolling Stock Replacements, Fiber Network Expansion and the Asphalt & Concrete Program. Project highlights from each fund are presented in the following sections. Fredericksburg City Public Schools Bus and Maintenance Facility In their FY 2024, Fredericksburg City Public Schools has included preliminary engineering and design costs for their new Bus and Maintenance Facility. This facility will include a garage for bus maintenance and repair as well as space for bus parking to fit all school buses. Construction is anticipated to begin in 2027 and the accompanying construction estimate is subject to change once engineering and design are complete. James Monroe High School Expansion Based on enrollment projections, an expansion of James Monroe High School is necessary. The proposed expansion project included ten (10) new classrooms, including lab spaces for the Career and Technical Education program. This latest estimate has increased since the FY 2024 CIP and now includes construction costs, site work, permitting/inspections, contingency, furniture and equipment. Public Works Asphalt & Concrete Program Each year the City completes an Asphalt Reconstruction and Repaving Program. The City maximizes funding available each year to address the streets in the greatest need of repair. The maintenance of the 1 See Supplemental Section for FY 2024 Capital Carryover Cover Memo and Resolution 23-71 204 Transmittal Letter | FY 2025 Recommended |Capital Improvement Plan City’s street system is essential to the transportation network, and supports the Comprehensive Plan’s goals in providing good transportation in the community. Pavement Condition Study The study, proposed for FY 2026 and FY 2027, will involve an inspection and evaluation of the existing pavement conditions of City-maintained streets. The purpose of this assessment is to assign a Pavement Condition Index (PCI) value to each street. This value will be used to identify streets for consideration in the City’s annual Asphalt & Concrete Repair Program. Sidewalk & Access Ramp Replacement & Upgrade Program This program, proposed annually, is intended to identify and replace long segments of sidewalk throughout the City that have deteriorated, are displaced or are non-ADA compliant. The intent is to replace or upgrade approximately 1,800 linear feet of sidewalk per fiscal year. Public Facilities Dorothy Hart Community Center Improvements Staff proposes contracting out for a concept plan in FY 2025 and then implementing the suggestions from that plan in FY 2026 and FY 2027. In addition, in FY 2025 staff proposes the addition of an auditorium dehumidification system and bathroom and carpet renovations. In FY 2026, the ADA Ramp project would involve the replacement of the main entrance ADA access ramp and stairs. Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) System The Police Department's current Public Safety System is in need of replacement. The system was installed in 1998 and is in need of a major overhaul. This upgrade is viewed as critical as the public safety system supports E911 Dispatch, Incident Reporting, Evidence, Citations/Summons, Accident Reporting, Warrants, Case Management, Mug Shot Imaging, Pawn Shop Watch, Alarm and Parking Permitting and Parking Tickets programs. This project was part of the 2022(A) debt issuance and the IT department has begun assessing the options for this project. Public Safety New Fire Station The Fire Department currently provides service from two stations strategically located within the city limits. Due to economic growth in development, fire suppression services will be challenged to meet National Fire Protection Association guidelines for response times which could negatively impact the City’s Insurance Services Office rating without adding another fully staffed facility. Unfortunately, these services must be planned for before the demand as construction and apparatus acquisition will take a substantial amount of time. All of the above combined with the increase in call volume, the historic district, and new construction materials which burn at a faster rate than older materials necessitate the need to focus on response times, personnel and equipment. The funding in the capital budget allows for the accomplishment of all the phases necessary to complete and occupy the proposed fire station per the findings from the Manitou Study of 2018. Architectural and Engineering services as well as site work are scheduled for FY 2024. 205 Transmittal Letter | FY 2025 Recommended |Capital Improvement Plan Conclusion The FY 2025 CIP represents a continued investment in the maintenance and expansion of critical community resources. 206 COMMUNITY PLANNING & BUILDING 295 This page left intentionally blank 296 FY 2025 Capital Improvements Plan BANKSIDE TRAIL Department Community Planning & Building Est. Year of Completion 2028 City Council Vision Building Community Through Cultural Vibrancy Comprehensive Plan 3 - Transportation Project Type Multi-Year FY2025 FY2026 FY2027 FY2028 FY2029 Total Uses $ 325,000 $ - $ - $ 1,725,000 $ - $ 2,050,000 Construction $ - $ - $ - $ 1,725,000 $ - $ 1,725,000 Design/Engineering $ 325,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 325,000 Sources $ 325,000 $ - $ - $ 1,725,000 $ - $ 2,050,000 CRP & CMAQ thru FAMPO $ 325,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 325,000 VDOT Smartscale Funds $ - $ - $ - $ 1,725,000 $ - $ 1,725,000 Operating Impacts $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - Operating Impact - Debt $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - Operating Impact - Operations $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - Operating Impact - Personnel $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - Operating Impact - Savings $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - Project Description: The Area 7 Downtown Small Area Plan includes a Bankside Trail that is proposed to extend from just north of Amelia Street all the way to Frederick Street along the Rappahannock River. All Right-of-Way acquisitions, funded in the FY 2023 CIP by a Virginia Outdoors Foundation Grant, and carried over to FY 2024, have been completed. In FY 2028, the Bankside Trail construction will begin and will extend from just north of Amelia Street to the Riverfront Park. The FY 2025 Engineering work is funded with $325,000 in Carbon Reduction Program (CRP) and Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality Funds (CMAQ) through FAMPO. The City was awarded funding through VDOT's SmartScale program for construction in FY 2028. Operating Impact: Once Phase I is complete, the Parks, Recreation and Events department will maintain the Bankside Trail. 297 FY 2025 Capital Improvements Plan CANAL STREET WHARF Department Community Planning & Building Est. Year of Completion 2028 City Council Vision Building Community Through Cultural Vibrancy Comprehensive Plan 4 - Public Services, Facilities/Preserved Open Space Project Type Multi-Year FY2025 FY2026 FY2027 FY2028 FY2029 Total Uses $ - $ - $ - $ 200,000 $ - $ 200,000 Engineering/Construction $ - $ - $ - $ 200,000 $ - $ 200,000 Sources $ - $ - $ - $ 200,000 $ - $ 200,000 Transfer from the General Fund $ - $ - $ - $ 110,000 $ - $ 110,000 VDOT TAP $ - $ - $ - $ 90,000 $ - $ 90,000 Operating Impacts $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - Operating Impact - Debt $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - Operating Impact - Operations $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - Operating Impact - Personnel $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - Operating Impact - Savings $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - Project Description: The Canal Street Right-of-Way extending from Caroline Street to the Rappahannock River was the site of the historic DeBaptiste Wharf. The Area 7 Downtown Small Area Plan identified this area as an access way to the river. In FY 2028 staff proposes to install wayside panels, construct stone walkways, add fencing and develop water access while pursuing partnerships with Friends of the Rappahannock, the Boy Scouts and other organizations. Construction will include a trailhead with public art and historical interpretation in conjunction with the implementation of the Bicycle Boulevard connecting the Bankside Trail to the Heritage Trail. Staff will address stormwater issues and utilize transportation funding through VDOT Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) as well as through the Virginia Outdoors Foundation and other outside funding sources. The FY 2025 CIP shifts funding from FY 2027 (as the project appeared in the FY 2024 CIP) to FY 2028. Operating Impact: N/A 298 FY 2025 Capital Improvements Plan DOWNMAN HOUSE Department Community Planning & Building Est. Year of Completion 2027 City Council Vision Building Community Through Cultural Vibrancy Comprehensive Plan 8 - Historic Preservation Project Type Multi-Year FY2025 FY2026 FY2027 FY2028 FY2029 Total Uses $ - $ 150,000 $ 150,000 $ - $ - $ 300,000 Stabilization $ - $ 150,000 $ - $ - $ - $ 150,000 Restoration & Interpretation $ - $ - $ 150,000 $ - $ - $ 150,000 Sources $ - $ 150,000 $ 150,000 $ - $ - $ 300,000 Transfer from the General Fund $ - $ 150,000 $ 150,000 $ - $ - $ 300,000 Operating Impacts $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - Operating Impact - Debt $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - Operating Impact - Operations $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - Operating Impact - Personnel $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - Operating Impact - Savings $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - Project Description: The Area 3 Plank Road / Route 3 Small Area Plan included a concept to stabilize the ruins and enhance the grounds of the historic Downman House, located in the Idlewild Subdivision near the construction of the new middle school. In FY 2022, the department contracted for archaeological testing and assessment for three historic outbuildings on the property. In FY 2023, staff obtained a draft design and generalized site plan. The FY 2024 CIP included $100,000 to stabilize one of the buildings (the dairy/laundry) in the near term. The Community Planning & Building Department has also cleared vegetation, added new temporary fencing for safety and security, and adjusted the site boundary. The Community Planning & Building Department proposes in FY 2026 to perform additional stabilization, complete design documents for the structures, provide for safe and decorative fencing for the site, and connect the grounds into the existing trail system. In FY 2027, through grant funding and other sources, the Community Planning and Building Department proposes to complete the restoration of the Smokehouse (using "ghost" structures to reset the roof and stabilize the remaining walls), the restoration of the Dairy building (removing unstable walls and replacing them with "ghost" structures and stabilizing the roof and remainder of the building) and the restoration of the Quarters building by removing interior finishes added in modern times. Interpretation of the site will be completed. It is possible that this project may need to be moved to future fiscal years due to availability of staffing resources. Operating Impact: Once complete, the Parks, Recreation and Events department will maintain the trails and the Downman House site. 299 FY 2025 Capital Improvements Plan PLANNING AREA UPDATE Department Community Planning & Building Est. Year of Completion 2026 City Council Vision Distinct and Linked Neighborhoods Comprehensive Plan 4 - Public Services, Facilities/Preserved Open Space Project Type Periodic FY2025 FY2026 FY2027 FY2028 FY2029 Total Uses $ - $ 100,000 $ - $ - $ - $ 100,000 Area 9 Braehead/National Park $ - $ 100,000 $ - $ - $ - $ 100,000 Sources $ - $ 100,000 $ - $ - $ - $ 100,000 Transfer from the General Fund $ - $ 100,000 $ - $ - $ - $ 100,000 Operating Impacts $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - Operating Impact - Debt $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - Operating Impact - Operations $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - Operating Impact - Personnel $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - Operating Impact - Savings $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - Project Description: The 2015 Comprehensive Plan provides for 10 Small Area Plans. These plans identify the strengths and weaknesses in planning policy and land use regulation for each planning area. The new small area plans will incrementally establish a new General Land Use Plan Map. The small area plans will result in revised land use regulations based on 21st century planning concepts, including form-based codes, and will foster all areas of the City to become walkable urban places with "complete streets" accommodating multiple forms of transportation. Five Small Area Plans (Areas 3 Plank Road / Route 3, Area 6 Princess Anne Street / Route 1 North, Area 7 Downtown, Area 2 Fall Hill, and Area 1 Celebrate Virginia / Central Park) have been adopted into the Comprehensive Plan. The Area 10 Lafayette Boulevard Small Area Plan is entering the public hearing phase and the Area 5 University / Route 1 plan is now underway and will be competed in FY 2024. The Area 8 Dixon Street / Mayfield was anticipated in FY 2024 but funds will be carried over in the capital carryover process and the project will be completed in FY 2025. Remaining expenditures for these Area Plans will include traffic studies and other engineering necessary to implement planning level concepts in the plans. The next round of Small Area Plan work will focus on Area 4 Hospital / Cowan Boulevard (to be rolled over from FY 2024 to FY 2026 to allow time for a general update to the Comprehensive Plan) and Area 9 Braehead / National Park (focused on the Belman Road Industrial Park) was previously scheduled for FY 2025 and is proposed to be shifted to FY 2026, as well. The bulk of the proposed funds will be used for consultant services that will include public outreach involving potential site specific charrettes or other public meetings; tailored market information for each planning area; and identification of the economic potential for residential, commercial, and / or industrial uses in each planning area. The consultants will also provide urban design / land use analysis to develop policies resulting in form based codes or other land use regulations as well as an identification of necessary infrastructure or other capital improvements needed to implement the Small Area Plans. Operating Impacts: N/A 300 FY 2025 Capital Improvements Plan TRAIN STATION INFRASTRUCTURE PLAN Department Community Planning & Building Est. Year of Completion 2028 City Council Vision Public Services—The Backbone Of Our Community Comprehensive Plan 3 - Transportation Project Type Multi-Year FY2025 FY2026 FY2027 FY2028 FY2029 Total Uses $ - $ - $ - $ 75,000 $ - $ 75,000 Train Station Planning $ - $ - $ - $ 75,000 $ - $ 75,000 Sources $ - $ - $ - $ 75,000 $ - $ 75,000 State Grant $ - $ - $ - $ 75,000 $ - $ 75,000 Operating Impacts $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - Operating Impact - Debt $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - Operating Impact - Operations $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - Operating Impact - Personnel $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - Operating Impact - Savings $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - Project Description: The Area 7 Downtown Small Area Plan identified the need for a Train Station Infrastructure Plan, which would be created in consultation with the Fredericksburg Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (FAMPO), Virginia Department of Rail and Public Transportation (VDRPT), Virginia Railway Express, Amtrak, and other regional entities. The Plan should provide planning level concepts and cost estimates for an expanded train station, updated multi-modal access points and links into the City's broader transit network. The infrastructure plan should also focus on train station parking -- both short and long term -- as well as appropriate signage, wayfinding and ticket sales operations to maximize the station's navigability for tourists and visitors. The Train Station Infrastructure Plan is needed to begin preparing improvements, budgets and any construction documents needed to be in place in conjunction with the design of the proposed third track through the City and should be in place prior to the track's construction. Operating Impact: N/A 301 This page left intentionally blank 302 Comprehensive Plan: Small Area 10 Items: Planning Commission March 13, 2024 Bailey Thompson Community Development Planner II  Summary • Identify Area 10 • Plan Overview • Focus on updates since Feb 14: • Proposed modifications to the Small Area Plan included in packet • Recommendation Where in the City are we?  Plan Timeline Community P.C. Discussion Project Kickoff P.C. Discussion P.C. Discussion P.C. Discussion Meeting #1 September 14, June 6, 2022 June 22, 2022 July 13, 2022 October 12, 2022 July 21, 2022 2022 Community City Council Community P.C. Discussion Meeting #3 / P.C. P.C. Completes P.C. Discussion Transmittal Meeting #2 November 9, Public Hearing Comment January 11, 2023 February 28, October 15, 2022 2022 December 14, January 25, 2023 2023 2022 Area 10 Report City Council P.C. Public City Council Work P.C. Discussion P.C. Public converted to Initiation Hearing Session November 8, Hearing Small Area 10 December 12, February 14, Plan October 24, 2023 2023 January 10, 2024 2023 2024 P.C. Public Hearing March 13, 2024  Transect Map T-5M T-4 T-3 Civic T-3E Civic T-1 T-4 T-1 T-3E T-4 T-3E T-5C T-3 T-3E T-1 T-4 T-3E T-4 T-5M T-4 T-3 T-3 Civic T-5C T-4 Zoning Map Amendments Zoning Map Amendments Zoning Map Amendments Residential Areas Mobility – Lafayette Blvd. Mobility – Route 1 Courtland Drive Extended Green Infrastructure  Updates since Feb. 14 Meeting • Residential-4 to Residential-2 Rezoning • Infill Development / Neighborhood Policies • Green Infrastructure / Stormwater  Residential-4 to Residential-2 Rezoning Non-Proposed Proposed 41 Twin Lake 18 Fox Run 38 Braehead 76 Braehead Parcels Parcels Woods parcels Woods parcels (shown in cyan) (shown in yellow) Subdivision 1 12 38 13 capable within lot R-4 Standards Subdivision 0 5 9 0 capable within lot R-2 Standards Non-Conforming Non-Proposed Proposed 41 Twin Lake 18 Fox Run Lots 38 Braehead 76 Braehead Parcels Parcels Based on Lot Woods parcels Woods parcels Dimensions (shown in cyan) (shown in yellow) Non-Conforming 0 1 2 0 under existing R-4 Standards Non-Conforming 17 lots 13 lots 3 lots 2 lots with R-2 Standards (45% of total) (17% of total) (7% of total) (11% of total) (4 are vacant lots)  Setback Information Minimum Setback R-4 Zoning District R-2 Zoning District (Conventional Development) Front Neighborhood Pattern Neighborhood Pattern Side 6 12 Rear 24 30 180 ft. Non-Conforming 38 Braehead Woods 76 Braehead Woods Lots parcels parcels Based on Setback Non-Proposed Proposed (shown in cyan) (shown in yellow) Existing Non- 6 4 Conforming (16% of total) (5% of total) with R-4 standards New Non-Conforming 8 16 100 ft. with R-2 standards (total of 14 structures or 37%) (total of 20 structures or 26%)  Legal Elements of a Downzoning • A downzoning is a major legislative decision • Legal Justification: • Neighborhood plan conducted to increase sustainability • Substantial change in conditions • Previous zoning action was done in error  Area 10 Downzoning • Purpose of Area 10 Downzoning: • Preserve large-lot neighborhood character • Effect of Area 10 Downzoning: • reduce future subdivisions • increase non-conformities • limit buildable area on existing lots • Recommendation  Neighborhood Conservation Pattern Book: Conservation District: Historic District: • Planning design guidelines • Zoning Overlay District • Zoning Overlay District • Encourage consistency in • Government oversight of • Architectural Review neighborhood design certain alterations Board • No requirement for • Can be implemented • Highest level of regulation homeowners outside of historic district status  Stormwater • Existing issues reported regarding “valleys” • Modern stormwater regulations require no degradation of downstream channels. • What options are available to address existing issues? • Prioritize stormwater infiltration at the top of the watershed; • Identify channel improvements for private property (step pools, culvert replacement, and culvert maintenance); and • Evaluate opportunities to restore sinuosity in the stream channel. Stormwater - Infiltration Stormwater – Conveyance Improvements Stormwater – Opportunity for Sinuosity  Staff Recommendation • Tonight – Conclude public hearing process & recommend approval • 7A: Comprehensive Plan Amendment: Small Area 10 Plan • 7B: R-4 to R-2 rezoning of 124 Acres • 7C: I-1 & I-2 to Creative Maker rezoning of 7 Acres • 7D: Adopt T5-C F.B.C. for 12.58 Acres in Route 1 Commercial Center • Once recommendation has been made, return to City Council for public hearings • Potential final result: • Comprehensive Plan Amended • Parcels Rezoned • Form-Based Code Standards Applied • VA Code 15.2-2204 E • Adoption or amendment prior to July 1, 1996 shall not be declared invalid by reason of a failure to advertise or give notice Updates since Jan. 10 Meeting • Residential-4 to Residential-2 Rezoning • Infill Development / Neighborhood Policies • T-4V Village Center Transect / Walkable Urban Places • Sidewalk Network • Stormwater Considerations • Transportation Improvements within Chapter 3 • Implementation Update  Residential-4 to Residential-2 Rezoning • Additional analysis on the Braehead parcels not included in the proposed rezoning (west of Dominion Energy Power Line Easement – shown in cyan on the map) • Currently: 1 out of the 38 parcels would be capable of subdivision under R-4 regulations • 17 of the parcels would become non-conforming if rezoned to R-2 based on lot size, lot width, and public frontage requirements  Required Lot Dimensions • Rectangular Lot Width: measured parallel to the front lot line at minimum front setback line • Front setback in R-2 & R-4 is the calculated median front setback from existing homes along the same block face • Irregular or Curvilinear Front Lot Width: measured between lot’s narrowest dimensions through center of proposed/located building • Corner Lot Requirement: minimum lot width and frontage must be met on both street fronts • Public Frontage Requirement: no less than 80% of required lot width • R-4 Zoning • Lot Width: 60 ft. Interior Lot / 75 ft. Corner Lot • Public Frontage: 48 ft. Interior Lot / 60 ft. Corner Lot • R-2 Zoning • Lot Width: 100 ft. Interior Lot / 125 ft. Corner Lot Figure 72-82.3A(1) Lot Area Measurement • Public Frontage: 80 ft. Interior Lot / 100 ft. Corner Lot • 72-51.3 Lots & 72-82.3 Lots & 72-82.4 Required Yards Cluster Development • Only for single-family detached residential development in R-2 and R-4 Zoning Districts (cluster subdivision can not exceed base zoning district maximum density) • Minimum of 2 acres in area with no less than 5 lots • 25% of total area committed to permanent private open space • 60% of open space shall be configured as one parcel • Lots located to minimize need for grading and Figure 72-51.4 Example Cluster Subdivision removal of existing vegetation • 72-51.4 Cluster Subdivision  7 Devonshire Dr. – R-2 Devonshire Drive Example Lot size: 37,418 sq. ft. Lot Width: 120 ft. Conforming? YES Public Frontage: 87 ft. Public Frontage: 87 ft. Lot Width: 120 ft. Case Study: Kinloch Circle • Public Comment “If 3 Kinloch Cir, 112 Kinloch Dr. and 2 Kinloch Circle would form an LLC, we would have enough frontage space to put 5 to 8 tiny homes between our properties.” • Proposed lot lines drawn under R-4 regulations • Total assessed value of all three parcels: $835,200 • Would require teardown of 1, possibly 2 existing homes • Possibility to convert 3 lots into 4 lots Case Study Drawing – Not Drawn to Scale • New lots would require Modern Development Buildable Area New Lots Standards for stormwater management Limitations of Down Zoning: • One portion of Braehead has the area, ownership pattern (acreages shown on right are under individual ownership at this time), and lot geometry whereby further subdivision is possible. • This area is within the proposed downzoning area from R4 to R2. • **Under proposed R2 Zoning**, the lots containing five homes could be consolidated and subdivided into 13 new single family lots. Additional protections envisioned in the Area 10 Plan: • Areas designated as “single family detached infill” and “Low Density Area” are recommended for additional design controls such as Pattern Books or Neighborhood Conservation Districts. • A Pattern Book is a resource tool developed with consensus from the community to guide additions or reconstruction of existing homes based on existing patterns of architectural character. • A Neighborhood Conservation District is a regulatory overlay that requires special approval of additions or demolition similar to (but less intense than) the architectural review board’s oversight of the Downtown Historic District. • These tools are recommended in the plan, which if approved would establish their viability. Developing and activating these plans requires neighborhood consensus as a next step – they will not be “imposed” on a neighborhood by unilateral City action! Infill Development – Post Agenda Addition (Based on Public Comment) • Adjusting Development Standards to Calibrate Desirable Infill – Page 11(10)-5 • “Infill development is not desired if by the means of teardown of existing housing, unless to be determined as blight.” • Expanding the Pattern Book & Neighborhood Conservation District Area - Page 11(10)-5 T-4V Village Center Transect / Walkable Urban Places T-5M • T-4V transect areas replaced with T-4 transect and Walkable Urban Places T-4 T-3 designation to reduce over-calibration T-3E Civic T-4 • Similar to concept adopted in Area 7- T-1 Downtown plan T-4 T-3E • Create a strong pedestrian network T-5C • Reorienting or consolidating vehicular T-3E T-1 access patterns T-3E • Improve pedestrian crossings T-4 • Incorporate on-street parking T-4 Civic T-3 T-3 • Upgrade place making elements T-4  Sidewalk Network & Stormwater Considerations • Sidewalk network adjusted based on presence of existing curb and gutter • Residential traffic calming in Area 2 (without curb and gutter) Area • Construction of speed tables in place of new 1 sidewalks, curb / gutter, road widening, etc. • Pedestrian network still provides connections for existing neighborhoods to Citywide pedestrian network Area • Increased clarity on stormwater BMPS and strategies 2 • Street-side ditches, upper elevation infiltration, conveyance improvements, step-pool sequencing, and culvert maintenance and upgrades Chapter 3 - Transportation • Updates to the Pathway System & Road Improvement Projects • Lafayette Blvd. Corridor Improvements • Route 1/ Route 3 Interchange Improvements • Route 1 Shared Use Path • Courtland Drive Connector & Trail • Kind Street Connector Recommendation • Tonight – Conclude public hearing process & recommend approval (WITH PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS BASED ON PUBLIC COMMENT) • 7A: Small Area Plan for Planning Area 10 • 7B: R-4 to R2 rezoning of 124 Acres • 7C: I-1 & I-2 to Creative Maker rezoning of 7 Acres • 7D: Adopt FBC to 12.58 Acres in Route 1 Commercial Center • Once recommendation has been made, return to City Council for public hearings • Potential final result: • Comprehensive Plan Amended • Parcels Rezoned • Form-Based Code Standards Applied Questions? Small Area Plan Boundary Changes Land Use Focus • Residential Neighborhoods: • Right sizing the zoning districts and standards • Conservation Districts and Pattern Books • Neighborhood Commercial Overlay District • Activation of Village Centers: • Updating zoning districts and standards (eg. temporary use of parking lots) • Conceptual infill • FBC considerations – Frontage, formal open space, access patterns • Enhanced Pedestrian Connections  T-5M Transect Map T-4 T-3 CIVIC T-3E Civic T-1 T-4 T-1 T-3E T-4 T-3E T-5C T-3 T-3E T-1 T-4 T-3E T-4 T-5M T-4 T-3 T-3 Civic T-5C T-4 Zoning Map R2 Discussion To R2 New District To CM To CH w/FBC R2 Discussion Details on Frontage Type E next • Parallel on-street parking • 5-foot sidewalk • 5-foot utility strip • Street trees • Pedestrian-scaled street lights • Curb extensions (bulb-outs) at intersections Mobility – Lafayette Blvd. Neighborhood Sidewalk Discussion • Area 1 streets already have curb, gutter, and closed drainage systems (shown as blue lines on the map Area above) 1 • Adding sidewalks into this area is possible without impacting existing street geometries • Area 2 is characterized by narrow street widths with shoulder parking Area and open ditches 2 Mobility – Route 1  Mobility - Courtland Dr.  Green Infrastructure Plan Utility Infrastructure • Response to City Council Discussion • Discussion with Public Works Department • Smith Run, Upper Hazel, and Lower Hazel Run are the Area 10 interceptors to the Wastewater Treatment Plant (improvements planned in CIP) • Specific areas within Small Area 10 are highlighted for I & I rehabilitation (annually programed in CIP) • Area 10 plan elements will be incorporated in the future Utility Master Plan • No anticipation of sewer/water issues with proposed future land use growth projections. Regulation & Infrastructure Implementation • Pursue funding for engineering / design of transportation and stormwater improvements • Advance City initiated rezonings • Create a Pattern Book for pre-approved building plans for existing/infill residential development Next Steps • Tonight – Conclude Public Hearing Process & Recommend Approval • 8A: Small Area Plan for Planning Area 10 • 8B: R-4 to R2 rezoning of 124 Acres • 8C: I-1 & I-2 to Creative Maker rezoning of 7 Acres • 8D: Adopt FBC to 12.58 Acres in Route 1 Commercial Center • Once recommendation has been made, return to City Council for Public Hearings • Potential Final Result: • Comprehensive Plan Amended • Parcels Rezoned • Form-Based Code Standards Applied