BZA Packet 09 12 2022
BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS
REGULAR MEETING
Monday, September 12, 2022 – 6:00 PM
Board Meeting Room
39 Bank Street, SE,
Chatham, Virginia 24531
AGENDA
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. MOMENT OF SILENCE
IV. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
V. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
VI. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. BZA Minutes 08 08 2022
VII. OLD BUSINESS
VIII. NEW BUSINESS
IX. CHAIRMAN'S REPORT
X. PUBLIC HEARING
Regular Meeting - September 12, 2022
Pursuant to Article V, Division 7 of the Pittsylvania County Zoning Ordinance, we the
Board of Zoning Appeals have been empowered to hear and decide specific applications
and appeals in support of said ordinance. In accomplishing this important task we are
charged with promoting the health, safety, and general welfare of the citizens of
Pittsylvania County. We must insure that all our decisions and recommendations be
directed to these goals and that each be consistent with the environment, the
comprehensive plan and in the best interest of Pittsylvania County, its citizens and its
posterity. Anyone here to speak to the board, other than the applicant, regarding zoning
cases will be limited to (3) three minutes.
1. Public Hearing: Case S-22-011 New Testament Baptist Church; Special Use Permit
for a School
2. Public Hearing: Case S-22-013 Larry Oakes; Special Use Permit for the Sales,
Service, and Repair of Automobiles
3. Public Hearing: Case S-22-018 Darryl and Debra Burd; Special Use Permit for a
Public Garage
4. Public Hearing: Case S-22-019 Elkhorn Lake ATV Trails, LLC; pecial Use Permit
for a Recreational Use (ATV Trails)
XI. ADJOURNMENT
Board of Zoning Appeals
STAFF SUMMARY
Case: District:
Zoning Request:
Agenda Date: September 12, 2022
Meeting History:
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August 8, 2022
Regular Meeting
Pittsylvania County Board of Zoning Appeals
Regular Meeting
August 8, 2022
VIRGINIA: The Regular Meeting of the Pittsylvania County Board of Zoning Appeals was held
on August 8, 2022, in the Board Meeting Room, 39 Bank Street, SE, Chatham, Virginia. Chairman
R. Allan Easley, called the meeting to order at 6:05 PM. The following members were present:
Attendee Name Title Status Arrived
R. Allan Easley Chairman Present 5:36 PM
Ronald E. Merricks Vice-Chairman Present 5:33 PM
Ryland Brumfield Board Member Present 5:33 PM
Joseph A. Craddock Board Member Present 5:34 PM
Ann Deering Board Member Present 5:35 PM
Hershel Stone Board Member Present 5:37 PM
Carroll Yeaman Board Member Absent
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Upon motion of Mr. Merricks, seconded by Mr. Stone, and by a unanimous vote, the agenda was
approved as presented.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Ronald E. Merricks, Vice-Chairman
SECONDER: Hershel Stone, Board Member
AYES: Easley, Merricks, Brumfield, Craddock, Deering, Stone
ABSENT: Yeaman
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. BZA Minutes 07 11 2022
Upon motion of Mrs. Deering, seconded by Mr. Craddock, and by a unanimous vote, the minutes
were approved as presented.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Ann Deering, Board Member
SECONDER: Joseph A. Craddock, Board Member
AYES: Easley, Merricks, Brumfield, Craddock, Deering, Stone
ABSENT: Yeaman
OLD BUSINESS
There was no old business.
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NEW BUSINESS
Mrs. Ragsdale stated there would be four Special Use Permit cases next month. Also, there will be
a Zoning Ordinance public input meeting for the zoning ordinance rewrite on August 18, 2022, at
6 p.m. at the Community Center in Chatham.
CHAIRMAN'S REPORT
There was no Chairman's Report.
PUBLIC HEARING
1. Public Hearing: Case S-22-014 Joshua and Amy Jennings; Special Use Permit for an Indoor
Gun Range
The zoning precepts were ready by Mr. Easley to open the public hearing at 6:11 p.m. Mrs.
Ragsdale, Director of Community Development, reported that Joshua and Amy Jennings
petitioned for a Special Use Permit for an Indoor Gun Range on 9.83 acres, located on State Road
58/Martinsville Hwy in the Tunstall Election District. Joshua Jennings represented the petition.
There was no opposition to the petition. Mr. Easley closed the public hearing at 6:14 p.m. The
Board discussed the petition as the Committee of the Whole. Whereas, Joshua and Amy Jennings
has petitioned the Board of Zoning Appeals for a Special Use Permit for an Indoor Gun Range. A
motion was made by Mr. Brumfield, seconded by Mr. Merricks, that the Board of Zoning Appeals
grant the Special Use Permit with Conditions recommended by staff.
1. All shooting lanes must be contained within an enclosed structure.
2. Lanes must be constructed to contain bullets within its walls, ceiling, and floor and must be
properly vented.
3. The facility must meet Department of Energy standards and Uniform Statewide Building Code
requirements where applicable.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Ryland Brumfield, Board Member
SECONDER: Ronald E. Merricks, Vice-Chairman
AYES: Easley, Merricks, Brumfield, Craddock, Deering, Stone
ABSENT: Yeaman
2. Public Hearing: Case S-22-015 Bradley Boswell; Special Use Permit for a Double-wide
Mobile Home
Mr. Easley opened the public hearing at 6:18 p.m. Mrs. Ragsdale, Director of Community
Development, reported that Bradley Boswell petitioned for a Special Use Permit for a double-wide
mobile home on 1.0 acre, located on Highway 40/E Gretna Road in the Callands-Gretna Election
District. Bradley Boswell represented the petition. There was no opposition to the petition. Mr.
Easley closed the public hearing at 6:20 p.m. The Board discussed the petition as the Committee
of the Whole. Whereas Bradley Boswell has petitioned the Board of Zoning Appeals for a Special
Use Permit for a double-wide mobile home. A motion was made by Mr. Brumfield, seconded by
Mr. Stone, that the Board of Zoning Appeals grant the Special Use Permit.
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RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Ryland Brumfield, Board Member
SECONDER: Hershel Stone, Board Member
AYES: Easley, Merricks, Brumfield, Craddock, Deering, Stone
ABSENT: Yeaman
3. Public Hearing: Case S-22-016 Pittsylvania CSG LLC; Special Use Permit for a Utility
Scale Solar Energy Facility
Mr. Easley opened the public hearing at 6:21 p.m. Mrs. Ragsdale, Director of Community
Development, reported that Pittsylvania CSG, LLC/Jane Ellis Holdings, LLC, has
petitioned for a Special Use Permit for a utility scale solar facility on 52.01 acres, located
on State Road 724 /Mill Creek Road in the Banister Election District. Kieran Siero
represented the petition and presented a PowerPoint presentation. Mr. Easley asked how
the Community Solar program works. Mr. Siero stated that it will work with community
groups to offer subscriptions that normally offer a ten (10) percent savings on electric bills.
There was no opposition to the petition. Mr. Easley closed the public hearing at 6:42 p.m.
The Board discussed the petition as the Committee of the Whole. Whereas, Pittsylvania
CSG, LLC/Jane Ellis Holdings, LLC, has petitioned the Board of Zoning Appeals for a
Special Use Permit for a utility scale solar facility. A motion was made by Mr. Merricks,
seconded by Mr. Stone, that the Board of Zoning Appeals grant the Special Use Permit
with conditions recommended by staff with the addition of condition number 20:
1. Site Development Plan; Location. All solar panels and other above-ground equipment
will be located within the “Project Area” shown on the Conceptual Site Plan included with
the SUP application. All Site Plan requirements of Section 35-141 must be met before
permits are issued.
2. Height. Except for the collection yard and substation or otherwise as required by applicable
building code, the maximum height of the solar panels and other above-ground equipment
will be 15 feet.
3. Setbacks. Except for fencing and any pole mount ed electronic lines, consistent with the
County ordinance, all above-ground equipment shall meet the setback requirements set
forth in Section 35-141 (D). No setbacks are required between the parcels lines of parcels
that are part of a single Project. No setbacks are required between the parcels lines of
parcels that are part of a single Project.
4. Fencing. Fencing for the Project will be standard chain-link and at least 6 feet high. The
Applicant shall maintain the fence for the life of the Project.
5. Landscaping. Applicant will comply with Section 35-121 Fencing - Screening. At the
perimeter locations, the setback will include a minimum 100-foot-wide landscaped area
comprised of any existing vegetation supplemented as needed with a staggered row of
planted trees and large shrubs. All rows of planted vegetation shall be evergreen plantings
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of varieties native or adaptable to the region, with one (1) row consisting of a variety
expected to reach a minimum height of twenty-five (25) feet and the remaining rows of
varieties designed to reach at least fifteen (15) feet in height at maturity. All evergreens
shall be a minimum of six (6) feet in height at time of planting. Existing vegetation shall
be maintained and supplemented with new plantings as needed to maintain required
screening. Prior to construction and site plan approval, a landscaping maintenance plan
will be submitted to the Zoning Administrator for approval, which shall provide for the
posting of a bond or other surety in an amount sufficient to ensure that the plantings are
successfully established, and the landscaping is maintained or replaced during the life of
the Project. Landscape renderings or simulations shall be sealed by a registered landscape
architect.
6. Construction Management and Mitigation. Prior to construction, the Applicant shall
prepare and submit to the Zoning Administrator a construction management plan to address
traffic control methods, site access, fencing, lighting, mitigation of construction operations,
and hours of construction activity.
7. Viewshed Protection. A Viewshed Protection Plan shall be submitted to and approved by
the Director of Community Development prior to the issuance of permi ts, identifying
appropriate measures that will be taken to protect the viewshed surrounding the project
during construction.
8. Road Repairs. All public and private roads must remain open during construction. Any
damage to roads caused by construction will be promptly repaired to preconstruction
conditions and/or VDOT standards where deemed necessary.
9. Erosion and Sediment Control. Prior to construction, an approved erosion and sediment
control plan will be implemented for the entire Project, and an erosion and sediment control
bond will be provided.
10. Stormwater Management. Prior to construction, a Virginia Stormwater Management
Program Permit from the Virginia DEQ will be obtained for the Project, including an
approved Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan.
11. Operational Noise and Electrical Interference. The Project will comply with all
applicable County requirements for noise and shall not generate or create electrical
interruptions or interference with existing electrical or electronic uses.
12. Operational Light. Fixed lighting at the perimeter of the Project will be limited to gates
and will be shielded/downward facing to minimize light spillage and shall be motion -
activated.
13. Compliance. The project shall be designed, constructed, and tested to meet all applicable
local, state, and federal standards.
14. Decommissioning. In accordance with Section 35-141(E), the applicant shall completely
decommission the facility within 12 months, if the facility ceases to generate electricity for
a continuous period of 12 months, including all solar collectors, cabling, electrical
components, fencing and any other associated equipment, facilities, and structures. Prior
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to construction and approval of the entire site plan, a decommissioning plan will be
submitted to the Zoning Administrator, which shall provide for the posting of a bond or
other surety acceptable to the County in the amount of the decommissioning costs, not
including salvage value, for the Project.
15. Start of construction. The SUP will expire unless construction of the entire Project is
commenced within 3 years of the date of issuance of the SUP.
16. Survival. So long as the Project is operated in conformance with these conditions, the SUP
shall continue for the life of the Project.
17. Comply with all DEQ regulations regarding nonpoint source pollutants. Chemical
sprays used in weed control shall comply with DEQ regulations.
18. Fire and Rescue Training. The applicant shall provide annual training to the local fire
department regarding battery storage.
19. Ordinance Compliance. The project shall remain in compliance with all other applicable
requirements of the Pittsylvania County Code § 35-141(D), § 35-141(E), and § 35-141(F)
not specifically stated in the conditions of this Special Use Permit.
20. The Applicant, and if different than the Applicant, the facility owner and/or operator, shall
provide annual cash payments in accordance with the provisions of Virginia Code § 58.1-
2636. The amount of such annual cash payment shall be equal to $1,400 per megawatt as
measured in alternating current (AC) generation capacity of the n ameplate capacity of the
facility based on the interconnecting utility, with a 2% annual compounding escalator
beginning on July 1, 2026. The Applicant and the county acknowledge and agree that the
county may identify in future budget years qualifying public improvements that may be
funded by the annual cash payments to be provided by the facility owner and/or operator.
The first payment will be due on or before the date that is 90 days following the
commencement of commercial operation of the community solar facility. Subsequent
payments will be due on each anniversary of the commercial operation date until the earlier
of (i) the 35th anniversary of the commercial operation date, with a final payment being
made on such anniversary, or (ii) the commencement of decommissioning the community
solar facility. The Applicant, facility owner and/or operator shall provide written notice to
the Director of Community Development within ten (10) business days of when the
community solar facility commences commercial operation. The payment by the
Applicant, facility owner, and/or operator of all annual cash payments shall be a condition
of this permit. The permit holder and/or owner shall be jointly and severally responsible
for the payment of all annual cash payments required by this condition.
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RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Ronald E. Merricks, Vice-Chairman
SECONDER: Hershel Stone, Board Member
AYES: Easley, Merricks, Brumfield, Craddock, Deering, Stone
ABSENT: Yeaman
4. Public Hearing: Case S-22-017 Dry Fork Solar 1, LLC; Special Use Permit for a Utility
Scale Solar Energy Facility
Mr. Easley opened the public hearing at 6:56 p.m. Mrs. Ragsdale, Director of Community
Development, reported that Dry Fork Solar 1, LLC, has petitioned for a Special Use Permit
for a utility scale solar facility on 47.36 acres, located on Highway 29 in the Chatham-
Blairs Election District. Claire Habel and Andrew Cavanaugh represented the petition and
presented a PowerPoint presentation. Ms. Habel stated that the name has recently changed
to New Leaf Energy. Mr. Craddock asked about the 200-Megawatt cap, if that is for the
entire State of Virginia. Ms. Habel stated that there was. There was a letter of opposition
to the petition presented to the Board from Fred Curl suggesting another location be found
for this project. Mr. Easley stated that the location was well hidden, and it was in a
commercial area. Mr. Stone said it was in a good location. Mr. Easley closed the publ ic
hearing at 7:17 p.m. The Board discussed the petition as the Committee of the Whole.
Whereas, Dry Fork Solar 1, LLC, has petitioned the Board of Zoning Appeals for a Special
Use Permit for a utility scale solar facility. A motion was made by Mr. Craddock, seconded
by Mrs. Deering, that the Board of Zoning Appeals grant the Special Use Permit with
conditions recommended by staff:
1. Site Development Plan; Location. All solar panels and other above-ground equipment
will be located within the “Project Area” shown on the Conceptual Site Plan included with
the SUP application. All Site Plan requirements of Section 35-141 must be met before
permits are issued.
2. Height. Except for the collection yard and substation or otherwise as required by applicable
building code, the maximum height of the solar panels and other above-ground equipment
will be 15 feet.
3. Setbacks. Except for fencing and any pole mounted electronic lines, consistent with the
County ordinance, all above-ground equipment shall meet the setback requirements set
forth in Section 35-141 (D). No setbacks are required between the parcels lines of parcels
that are part of a single Project. No setbacks are required between the parcels lines of
parcels that are part of a single Project.
4. Fencing. Fencing for the Project will be standard chain-link and at least 6 feet high. The
Applicant shall maintain the fence for the life of the Project.
5. Landscaping. Applicant will comply with Section 35-121 Fencing - Screening. At the
perimeter locations, the setback will include a minimum 100-foot-wide landscaped area
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comprised of any existing vegetation supplemented as needed with a staggered row of
planted trees and large shrubs. All rows of planted vegetation shall be evergreen plantings
of varieties native or adaptable to the region, with one (1) row consisting of a variety
expected to reach a minimum height of twenty-five (25) feet and the remaining rows of
varieties designed to reach at least fifteen (15) feet in height at maturity. All evergreens
shall be a minimum of six (6) feet in height at time of planting. Existing vegetation shall
be maintained and supplemented with new plantings as needed to maintain required
screening. Prior to construction and site plan approval, a landscaping maintenance plan
will be submitted to the Zoning Administrator for approval, which shall provide for the
posting of a bond or other surety in an amount sufficient to ensure that the plantings are
successfully established, and the landscaping is maintained or replaced during the life of
the Project. Landscape renderings or simulations shall be sealed by a registered landscape
architect.
6. Construction Management and Mitigation. Prior to construction, the Applicant shall
prepare and submit to the Zoning Administrator a construction management plan to address
traffic control methods, site access, fencing, lighting, mitigation of construction operations,
and hours of construction activity.
7. Viewshed Protection. A Viewshed Protection Plan shall be submitted to and approved by
the Director of Community Development prior to the issuance of permits, identifying
appropriate measures that will be taken to protect the viewshed surrounding the project
during construction.
8. Road Repairs. All public and private roads must remain open during construction. Any
damage to roads caused by construction will be promptly repaired to preconstruction
conditions and/or VDOT standards where deemed necessary.
9. Erosion and Sediment Control. Prior to construction, an approved erosion and sediment
control plan will be implemented for the entire Project, and an erosion and sediment control
bond will be provided.
10. Stormwater Management. Prior to construction, a Virginia Stormwater Management
Program Permit from the Virginia DEQ will be obtained for the Project, including an
approved Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan.
11. Operational Noise and Electrical Interference. The Project will comply with all
applicable County requirements for noise and shall not generate or create electrical
interruptions or interference with existing electrical or electronic uses.
12. Operational Light. Fixed lighting at the perimeter of the Project will be limited to gates
and will be shielded/downward facing to minimize light spillage and shall be motion -
activated.
13. Compliance. The project shall be designed, constructed, and tested to meet all applicable
local, state, and federal standards.
14. Decommissioning. In accordance with Section 35-141(E), the applicant shall completely
decommission the facility within 12 months, if the facility ceases to generate electricity for
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a continuous period of 12 months, including all solar collectors, cabling, electrical
components, fencing and any other associated equipment, facilities, and structures. Prior
to construction and approval of the entire site plan, a decommissioning plan will be
submitted to the Zoning Administrator, which shall provide for the posting of a bond or
other surety acceptable to the County in the amount of the decommissioning costs, not
including salvage value, for the Project.
15. Start of construction. The SUP will expire unless construction of the entire Project is
commenced within 3 years of the date of issuance of the SUP.
16. Survival. So long as the Project is operated in conformance with these conditions, the
SUP shall continue for the life of the Project.
17. Comply with all DEQ regulations regarding nonpoint source pollutants. Chemical
sprays used in weed control shall comply with DEQ regulations.
18. Fire and Rescue Training. The applicant shall provide annual training to the local fire
department regarding battery storage.
19. Ordinance Compliance. The project shall remain in compliance with all other applicable
requirements of the Pittsylvania County Code § 35-141(D), § 35-141(E), and § 35-141(F)
not specifically stated in the conditions of this Special Use Permit.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Joseph A. Craddock, Board Member
SECONDER: Ann Deering, Board Member
AYES: Easley, Merricks, Brumfield, Craddock, Deering, Stone
ABSENT: Yeaman
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 7:21 p.m.
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Board of Zoning Appeals
STAFF SUMMARY
Case: Public Hearing: Case S-
22-011 New Testament
Baptist Church
District: Westover District Election District
Zoning Request: SUP
Agenda Date: September 12, 2022
Meeting History:
SUBJECT
Requested by New Testament Baptist Church, for a Special Use Permit for a School (Preschool
and Afterschool Program) in accordance with Pittsylvania County Code § 35-223 and § 35-347.
The property is a total of 6.75 acres, located on State Road 740/Iris Lane, in the Westover
Election District and shown on the Tax Maps as GPIN #s 2319-62-6381 and 2319-62-8017.
BACKGROUND/DISCUSSION
New Testament Baptist Church is requesting a Special Use Permit to operate a preschool and
afterschool program on the subject properties in accordance with Pittsylvania County Code § 35-
223 and § 35-347. The properties are currently occupied by a church and gymnasium. The
property occupied by the church is currently zoned R-1, Residential Suburban Subdivision
District, and the property occupied by the church B-1, Business District, Limited. Both zoning
classifications allow schools by Special Use Permit only. The applicants are currently requesting
to open an afterschool program but will be adding a preschool at a later date. If the Special Use
Permit is issued, the buildings will have to have Change of Use Surveys conducted to ensure that
all requirements of the Uniform Statewide Building Code are met. Any required changes will
require a building permit.
FUTURE LAND USE DESIGNATION
The Comprehensive Plan designates the future land use as Medium to High Density Residential.
ZONING OF SURROUNDING PROPERTIES
Mostly surrounded by R-1, Residential Suburban Subdivision District, and B-1, Business District
Limited, zoned properties
SITE DEVELOPMENT PLAN
N/A
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends APPROVAL of Case S-22-011 as submitted.
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PLANNING COMMISSION MOTIONS:
1. Recommend approval of Case S-22-011 as submitted.
2. Recommend approval of Case S-22-011 subject to conditions by the Planning
Commission.
3. Recommend denial of Case S-22-011 as submitted.
ATTACHMENTS:
A. Application
B. Maps
C. Letter of Intent
D. Executive Summary
E. Petition
F. Sign Affidavit
G. Adjacent Parcel Owners
PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION
On August 2, 2022, the Planning Commission recommended, by an 8-0 vote, with no opposition,
that the Petitioner’s request be granted.
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Packet Pg. 14 Attachment: S-22-011 New Testament App (3336 : Public Hearing: Case S-22-011 New Testament Baptist Church)
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Packet Pg. 15 Attachment: S-22-011 New Testament App (3336 : Public Hearing: Case S-22-011 New Testament Baptist Church)
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Packet Pg. 16 Attachment: S-22-011 New Testament App (3336 : Public Hearing: Case S-22-011 New Testament Baptist Church)
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Packet Pg. 17 Attachment: S-22-011 New Testament App (3336 : Public Hearing: Case S-22-011 New Testament Baptist Church)
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Packet Pg. 18 Attachment: S-22-011 New Testament App (3336 : Public Hearing: Case S-22-011 New Testament Baptist Church)
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Packet Pg. 19 Attachment: S-22-011 New Testament App (3336 : Public Hearing: Case S-22-011 New Testament Baptist Church)
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Packet Pg. 20 Attachment: S-22-011 New Testament App (3336 : Public Hearing: Case S-22-011 New Testament Baptist Church)
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Packet Pg. 21 Attachment: S-22-011 New Testament Map (3336 : Public Hearing: Case S-22-011 New Testament Baptist Church)
Board of Zoning Appeals
STAFF SUMMARY
Case: Public Hearing: Case S-
22-013 Larry Oakes
District: Dan River Election District
Zoning Request: SUP
Agenda Date: September 12, 2022
Meeting History:
SUBJECT
Requested by Larry Oakes, for a Special Use Permit for the Sales, Service, and Repair of
Automobiles in accordance with Pittsylvania County Code § 35-179. The property 158.67 acres,
located on State Road 968/Sandy Creek Church Road, in the Dan River Election District and
shown on the Tap Map as GPIN # 2367-29-8147.
BACKGROUND/DISCUSSION
The applicant is requesting to operate an automobile sales facility on the property. Mr. Oakes
currently operates a used car dealership in the City of Danville. He has stated that he is retiring
but wishes to retain his dealer license. In order for the Department of Motor Vehicles to issue a
dealer license at a location, the location must be zoned appropriately for that use. Pittsylvania
County Code § 35-179 requires a Special Use Permit for the sales, service, and repair of
automobiles. Mr. Oakes has stated that cars will be stored on the property and that he plans to
construct a new building. If a Special Use Permit is granted, the construction of the building will
be governed by the Uniform Statewide Building Code and all applicable zoning regulations.
FUTURE LAND USE DESIGNATION
The Comprehensive Plan designates the future land use as Agricultural and Rural Residential.
ZONING OF SURROUNDING PROPERTIES
Mostly surrounded by properties zoned R-1, Residential Suburban Subdivision District, and A-1,
Agricultural District.
SITE DEVELOPMENT PLAN
Included in the packet.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends APPROVAL of Case S-22-013.
PLANNING COMMISSION MOTIONS:
1. Recommend approval of Case S-22-013 as submitted.
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2. Recommend approval of Case S-22-013 subject to conditions by the Planning
Commission.
3. Recommend denial of Case S-22-013 as submitted.
ATTACHMENTS:
A. Application
B. Maps
C. Letter of Intent
D. Executive Summary
E. Petition
F. Sign Affidavit
G. Adjacent Parcel Owners
H. Concept Plan
PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION
On August 2, 2022, the Planning Commission recommended, by an 8-0 vote, with no opposition,
that the Petitioner’s request be granted.
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Packet Pg. 24 Attachment: S-22-013 Larry Oakes App (3337 : Public Hearing: Case S-22-013 Larry Oakes)
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Packet Pg. 25 Attachment: S-22-013 Larry Oakes App (3337 : Public Hearing: Case S-22-013 Larry Oakes)
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Packet Pg. 26 Attachment: S-22-013 Larry Oakes App (3337 : Public Hearing: Case S-22-013 Larry Oakes)
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Packet Pg. 27 Attachment: S-22-013 Larry Oakes App (3337 : Public Hearing: Case S-22-013 Larry Oakes)
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Packet Pg. 28 Attachment: S-22-013 Larry Oakes App (3337 : Public Hearing: Case S-22-013 Larry Oakes)
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Packet Pg. 29 Attachment: S-22-013 Larry Oakes App (3337 : Public Hearing: Case S-22-013 Larry Oakes)
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Packet Pg. 30 Attachment: S-22-013 Larry Oakes App (3337 : Public Hearing: Case S-22-013 Larry Oakes)
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Packet Pg. 31 Attachment: S-22-013 Larry Oakes Map (3337 : Public Hearing: Case S-22-013 Larry Oakes)
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Packet Pg. 32 Attachment: S-22-013 Larry Oakes Concept (3337 : Public Hearing: Case S-22-013 Larry Oakes)
Board of Zoning Appeals
STAFF SUMMARY
Case: Public Hearing: Case S-
22-018 Darryl and Debra
Burd
District: Tunstall District Election District
Zoning Request: SUP
Agenda Date: September 12, 2022
Meeting History:
SUBJECT
Requested by Darryl & Debra Burd, for a Special Use Permit for a public garage in accordance
with Pittsylvania County Code § 35-268. The property is 0.66 acres, located on Highway
58/Martinsville Highway in the Tunstall Election District and shown on the Tap Maps as GPIN #
1339-57-2716.
BACKGROUND/DISCUSSION
The subject property is currently zoned RC-1, Residential Combined Subdivision District.
Under Pittsylvania County Code § 35-268, a Special Use Permit is required for public garages
under the RC-1 zoning classification. The applicants received a grant from the Danville
Pittsylvania County Chamber of Commerce’s Rev Up program to start a public garage on the
subject property. The applicants are proposing to use an existing building on the property. In
order to use the accessory structure for a commercial use, it must meet all requirements of the
Uniform Statewide Building Code. Plans must be submitted to the Code Official, a building
permit issued, and any necessary changes made prior to the building being used. If a Special Use
Permit is granted, the storage of inoperable vehicles would be governed by the Pittsylvania
County Code- Commercial, Chapter 9. The property is currently occupied by a single-family
dwelling and an accessory structure.
FUTURE LAND USE DESIGNATION
The Comprehensive Plan designates the future land use as Agricultural and Rural Residential.
ZONING OF SURROUNDING PROPERTIES
Mostly surrounded by properties zoned RC-1, Residential Combined Subdivision District, and
A-1, Agricultural District.
SITE DEVELOPMENT PLAN
N/A
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends APPROVAL of Case S-22-018 with the following conditions:
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1. Repair activities shall be contained within an enclosed structure.
2. Inoperable vehicles shall comply with Chapter 9 of the Pittsylvania County Code and
must be stored in an area screened in accordance with PCC § 35-121.
PLANNING COMMISSION MOTIONS:
1. Recommend approval of Case S-22-018 as submitted.
2. Recommend approval of Case S-22-018 subject to conditions by Staff.
3. Recommend denial of Case S-22-018 as submitted.
ATTACHMENTS:
A. Application
B. Maps
C. Letter of Intent
D. Executive Summary
E. Petition
F. Sign Affidavit
G. Adjacent Parcel Owners
PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION
On August 2, 2022, the Planning Commission recommended, by an 5-2 (1 abstained) vote, with
opposition, that the Petitioners’ request be denied.
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Packet Pg. 35 Attachment: S-22-018 Darryl Burd App (3338 : Public Hearing: Case S-22-018 Darryl and Debra Burd)
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Packet Pg. 36 Attachment: S-22-018 Darryl Burd App (3338 : Public Hearing: Case S-22-018 Darryl and Debra Burd)
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Packet Pg. 39 Attachment: S-22-018 Darryl Burd App (3338 : Public Hearing: Case S-22-018 Darryl and Debra Burd)
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Packet Pg. 40 Attachment: S-22-018 Darryl Burd App (3338 : Public Hearing: Case S-22-018 Darryl and Debra Burd)
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Packet Pg. 41 Attachment: S-22-018 Darryl Burd Map (3338 : Public Hearing: Case S-22-018 Darryl and Debra Burd)
Board of Zoning Appeals
STAFF SUMMARY
Case: Public Hearing: Case S-
22-019 Elkhorn Lake
ATV Trails, LLC
District: Banister Election District
Zoning Request: SUP
Agenda Date: September 12, 2022
Meeting History:
SUBJECT
Requested by Elkhorn Lake ATV Trails, LLC for a Special Use Permit for a Recreational Use
(ATV Trails). The property is 149.1 acres, located on State Road 729/Red Road, in the Banister
Election District and shown on the Tap Map as GPIN # 2486-03-9536.
BACKGROUND/DISCUSSION
Elkhorn Lake ATV Trails, LLC, is requesting a Special Use Permit to operate ATV Trails on the
subject property. The subject property is zoned A-1, Agricultural District. According to
Pittsylvania County Code § 35-179, Recreational Uses require a Special Use Permit.
Special Use Permits were granted on July 12, 2021 and June 13, 2022 for ATV Trails on
adjacent properties owned by Green Genie, LLC. The subject property is being leased by the
applicant. If approved, the Special Use Permit would allow the current ATV operation to expand
onto the subject property.
FUTURE LAND USE DESIGNATION
The Comprehensive Plan designates the future land use as Agricultural and Rural Residential.
ZONING OF SURROUNDING PROPERTIES
Mostly surrounded by A-1, Agricultural District, R-1, Residential Suburban Subdivision District,
and B-2, Business District, General zoned properties.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends APPROVAL of the SUP request for ATV Trails with the following
conditions:
1. Days of operation shall be limited to Thursday-Sunday.
2. Hours of operation shall be limited to 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Thursday through Saturday
and 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Sunday.
3. No alcohol permitted on premises.
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4. Must maintain a 100-foot vegetative buffer along all exterior property lines. This does
not apply to interior property lines within the total project area.
5. Must maintain a natural buffer along all waterways.
6. Must remain in compliance with all applicable Erosion and Sediment Control and
Stormwater regulations
7. Must remain in compliance with all applicable Health Department regulations
8. Night rides are permitted once per calendar year until 2:00 a.m.
PLANNING COMMISSION MOTIONS:
1. Recommend approval of Case S-22-019 as submitted.
2. Recommend approval of Case S-22-019 subject to conditions by staff.
3. Recommend approval of Case S-22-019 subject to conditions by the Planning
Commission.
4. Recommend denial of Case S-22-019 as submitted.
ATTACHMENTS:
A. Application
B. Maps
C. Letter of Intent
D. Executive Summary
E. Petition
F. Sign Affidavit
G. Adjacent Parcel Owners
PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION
On August 2, 2022, the Planning Commission recommended, by an 8-0 vote, with no opposition,
that the Petitioner’s request be granted.
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Packet Pg. 44 Attachment: S-22-019 Elkhorn Lake ATV App (3339 : Public Hearing: Case S-22-019 Elkhorn Lake ATV Trails, LLC)
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Packet Pg. 45 Attachment: S-22-019 Elkhorn Lake ATV App (3339 : Public Hearing: Case S-22-019 Elkhorn Lake ATV Trails, LLC)
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Packet Pg. 46 Attachment: S-22-019 Elkhorn Lake ATV App (3339 : Public Hearing: Case S-22-019 Elkhorn Lake ATV Trails, LLC)
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Packet Pg. 47 Attachment: S-22-019 Elkhorn Lake ATV App (3339 : Public Hearing: Case S-22-019 Elkhorn Lake ATV Trails, LLC)
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Packet Pg. 48 Attachment: S-22-019 Elkhorn Lake ATV App (3339 : Public Hearing: Case S-22-019 Elkhorn Lake ATV Trails, LLC)
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Packet Pg. 49 Attachment: S-22-019 Elkhorn Lake ATV App (3339 : Public Hearing: Case S-22-019 Elkhorn Lake ATV Trails, LLC)
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Packet Pg. 50 Attachment: S-22-019 Elkhorn Lake ATV App (3339 : Public Hearing: Case S-22-019 Elkhorn Lake ATV Trails, LLC)
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Packet Pg. 51 Attachment: S-22-019 Elkhorn Lake ATV App (3339 : Public Hearing: Case S-22-019 Elkhorn Lake ATV Trails, LLC)
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Packet Pg. 52 Attachment: S-22-019 Elkhorn Lake ATV Map (3339 : Public Hearing: Case S-22-019 Elkhorn Lake ATV Trails, LLC)