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Home My WebLink About1977 Minutes198 The regular meeting of the ilJashiIlJ},ton COUj1ty Planlling CeJflllllissioll \-ias held on MonchlY) ,January ~),1977 at 7:30 P.M.in tho second floor confcrence'l'ooElo'f the Count)' Offj ce Sui lding Present were:Acting Chairman ,John C.I!erk;t,Torrance W.Bache,W.Keller Nigh and Barbara B.Whitcomb.Not present:Sidney Sali tsky.Staff:Act:ing Executive Director Alan R.~lusselman,and Associate Planners Robert B.Garv<cr,],onald L. Shi yes and ,James B.Witherspoon.Al so presont 1 Jack'S.l-lm'JbakcT,Zoning;Adminis-:- trator and Will iam Breichner,lIagerstO\m Water Department. The meeting was called to order at 7:35 P.M. MINUTES: Uuon consideration of the Minutesof the meeting of December 6,1976,and correcting page 1,to remove Mr.Sal i tsky's name from those listed as absent,and page 3,to correct expiration dates under Mr.Siebert's request for an extension of time'for Hubbard Acres to Januray 27,1977,and W.Preston Howard to February 2,1977,the Commission voted,on a motion by Mr.Bache,seconded by ~lrs.Whitcomb to grant approval to the Minutes of December 6,1976,as amended.So ordered. The Commission voted,on a motion by Mr.Bache and seconded by Mr.Nigh,to add to the agenda for consideration under COlillilunications,a site plan for H.B. Mellott.So ordered. COMMUNICATIONS: ~eguest from George J.Buchanan,Re:SheIl Oil Tract: Upon consideration of a request from Mr.G.J.Buchanan relative to the proposed conveyance of a portion of the Shell Oil Tract situated at the southeast corner of Interstate 81 and Maugans Avenue;within the !II Zoning"District,which would require an exception to the Subdivision Ordinance as regards service limitations on a secondary highway,the Commission agreed to defer action untiI such time they can view the site in the field and asked the Acting Executive Director to notify 'Ir. Buchanan of the date on which further consideration will "be given the request. OLD AND UNFINISHED BUSINESS: Areas of Critical State Concern: Mr.Musselman presented to the Commission a chart depicting 63 potential Areas of Critical State Concern,explaining the process of the Step 1 Inventory for estab- lishing the location of these areas and determining their criticality,based upon Department of State Planning guidelines.Recommendations to the State for critical areas are to be submitted by April 1.It was pointed out that the public would have an opportunity for input at the time recommendations,which are subject to change,are prepared for submittaL It was suggested that research into what already exists by way of State,Federal and local protective measures would be helpful in determining critical areas.The Commissiorc agreed to schedule a workshop.""---" COMMUNICATIONS: H.B.Mellott Estates"Site P~an: Mr.Hawbaker brought to the attel\tion of the Commission,an application for a zoning permit on behalf of H.B.Mellott Estates by Fox and Associates and Richard Wright Associates for a tract of land located in the Rockdale Road area near Conococheague the existing zoning classification of which is I~l,on which operations are proposed to be expanded to an active quarry site.Adverse comments have been received from the County Engineer and Washington County Roads Department relative to traffic problems with Cresspond Road and Rockdale Road.(Memo dated December 8,1976).The plat file contains no response from the Department of Water Resources. Mr.Richard Wright and Mr.Craig Robertson appeared on behalf of Mellott Estates outlining the proposed plot plan,sedimentation ...!J.lan.,reclamation and abandonment plan,and geologists report.Abo discussed w;'1'e concerns in regard to potential impact Qf blasting on the subsurface structuring of the area. c;rj C":) <:'\1 CO W <:.:" -\'J ;j -""-., COMMUNICATIONS: !l:-.B.Me~tt E.ate~5'..!1_td:........-. Following discussion relative to the presentation by Richard Wright,and Associates and information contained in the plat file,the Commissic)Il voted,on a motion by Mr.Nigh and seconded by Mrs.Whitcomb,to deny the application based upon the fact that the plat file is not complete,without any prejudice to the project in the>future,and that the application be expedited as soon as the file is completed. So ordered. Martin L.Sno~k Letter,Re:A-95 Clearinghouse Review: The Acting Chairman brought to the attention of the Commission for their information, a letter from COllnnissioner Martin L.Snook in which he advised the Planning Com- mission that the County Administrator has been appointed as Point-of-Contact Officer for State Clearinghouse Projects.These projects will continue to be under review by thy Planning Commission staff,who will be submitting recommendations. Letter from J.Russell Robinson:.- A letter from J.Russell Robinson was brought to the attention of the Commission in which it was requested that his resignation as legal representative to the Com- mission and Board of Appeals be accepted due to possible conflict of interest. On a motion by Mr.Nigh and seconded by Mr.Bache,the Commission voted to accept Mr.Robinson's resignation as requested.So ordered. !:1~0 fr~.l.ack S.Hawbake!',Re:Simplified Plat,Lot 6,Charlton Acres: A memorandum dated December 15,1976,from Mr.Hawbaker was read in which he pointed out that through simplified plat process,the developer was able'to circumvent the l'equirements for submitting and having approved a preliminary and final subdivision plat for Lot 6 of CharI ton Acres,which had been previously submitted and disapproved. Following discussion of the intent and purpose of the subdivision ordinance as pertains to subdivision of land,the Commi.ssion directed the staff to research the document to determine what sections would be applicable to this type of development prior to the next meeting date. Letter from J.H.Seibert,Request for an Extension of Time: On a motion by Mrs.Whitcomb and seconded by Mr.Bache,the Commission voted to grant a thirty (30)day extension of time as requested for the following plats: W.Preston Howard to March 4,1977;Hubb'lrd Acres,Sections Band C to March 3, 1977;and Randall E.Sebold to February'19,1977.So ordered. Request from Wesley Patterson,(Verbal)For an Extension of Time:..-.--_._-"--_._- On a motion by Mr.Bache and seconded by Mrs.Whitcomb,the Commission voted to grant the verbal request for a thirty (30)day extension of time for Wesley Patterson,.subject to written request being placed in the plat file.The expiration of this extension will be February 1 01,1977.So ordered. Re.'1.'I-,?s t -.:fy.?..J.ll..l.:......B..:...£~r gu s ~(V e rb a1)J:.?.£...::l~Ex t e!.~s i 0.'2.._~~l:.!!l1.~ On a n;otion hy ~lr.Nigh and seconded by ~lr.Bache,the verbal request for a thirt.y (30)day extension of time \Vas granted,subject to receipt of the written request, to the followi.ng plats:Emmert Suhdivision to February 13,1977;Timber Ridge Heights.East to February 13,1977;Timber Ridge Heights,West to Februarj 10, 1977;and J'oan Shrinc}~to February 19,1977.So ol'dered. OLD AND UNFl:~ISHED BUSINESS: Flood Plain Studies: ~tr.Musselma.n preseiltccl n report ,Ind accomp~-:tl1ying m~lps,di.::~line(rting the 100 YC3X' Plood Plain,wLich \lIhc:n <:ldopted,,,:ill be distributed for a:-;c,Ho pointed out thi.it D.meeting \~'~l~~held on the Watershed M;n};l~ement P.l anning p'roc(~ss nnd thnt the Wale:::' l{es0urces J\dm:i ni~;tTation had made sp(~cif:i.c recommendations :for nl1lcndmcnt of ordi,n~ncc5 in regard to flood plaills. ,IItil!} OLD AND UNFINI511ED BU51NES5,CONTD:-'---"-'---'-'-'-'.ji---'---------_._-'-- ~~)mJ~E9he21s i v_~__E)a<~-.l~ro[_~~!~..:. In a report of the status ef contract items,~lr.Husselman pointed out that the staff is in the process of submitting time sheots fOT wOTk elements and will be meeting with James Nelson of the 5tate Planning Department in regard to the submission of contract :items.A checkpoint meeting\l/i th the County Commissioners is scheduled for January 4,at which time progress on the Community Facili.ties report will be discussed.It was also pointed out that weekly meetings with the Commission would be helpful for reviel'process of work clements. A workshop date for consideration of Areas of Cri tical State Concern was established for January 17,1977,at 7:00 P.M. Water and Sewerage Plan: Ch§lnges have been made in the Water and Sewer Plan maps and text and are available for inspection in the Commission office.The public hearing is scheduled for Mondoty, January 10,1977 in Court Room It 1 of the County Court House. I-lousing Plan -COl11!nittee: Mr.Witherspoon reported that the first meeting of the Housing Advisory Committee will be held on Thursday,January 6,in the Commission office.The Committee con- sists of fifteen persons corning from various elements of the housing field.The topic of discussion will be major obstacles in providing effective housing in the c<lUnty,among which will be lack of adequate facilities,housing costs,discrimin- ation,and the effects of housing codes and regulations. Mauk Subdivision: Pursllant to Commission action at the last meeting,a letter was directed to the Health Department by Mr.Bache in which it was requested that specific action be taben in regard to requirements for the Hauk subdivision.A letter was received from Mr.Kerr of the Department'of Health in which he reaffirmed the conditions stated.It was also pointed out that the extension of time for consideration had expired on December 16.The Conmlission concurred with the staff recommendation that the application should be resllbmitted once the problem with the Health De-' partment is resolved in order to facilitate recordation.It was further recom- mended that Mr.Hawbaker be notified,'in writing,that the subdivision has received approval by defaul.t,and therefore will not receive Health Dep?rtment signature of approval until the problem is solved. Rezoning Cases RZ-149,ISO,151,153: No transcript of the public hearing held by the Planning Commission is available at this time for review.Time permitting,the Commission will review the transcript following the public meeting scheduled for January 10. NEW BUSINESS: Hagerstown/Wa~hington County Transportatj,on Study: Mr.Musselman reported that the Hagerstown/Washington County Transportation Study has boen underway for some time by the Department of Transportation with Alan M. Vorhees,consultant.He presented a map depicting long-range proj ect al ternatives for the information of the Commission,and pointing out that the study would be considered by both the Washington County Planning Commission and Hagerstown Planning Commission prior to consideration by the County Commissioners. Health Department Study/Regulations: Mr.Musselman brollght to the attention of the Commission a copy of a study prepared by·Dr.Comstock relative to samples of deep wells in the County for their informa.tion. A discussion followed relative to arbitrary levels of well contamination and water pollution problems that must be addressed.Nq C<>mm:i,ssion action was taken. NEW BUSINESS,CaNTO: Hagerstown Plan ''lP\mendments :---- (J'c cv:: 1::\1ro l:U t::.:l Mr.Musselman brought to the attention of the Commission,a recommended proposal to the Hagerstown Planning Commission to consider amendment to their Transportation Plan in the New Community area.Those amendments would entail the system that has been included as amendments to the County Highway Plan. On a motion by Mr.Nigh,seconded by Mrs.Whitcomb,the Commission voted to submit the recommendations to the City Planning Commission for their consideration,So ordered. PRELIMINARY PLAT: Fairplay Farms,S~ction B: On a motion by Mr.Nigh,seconded by Mr.Bache,the Commission voted to grant Pre~ liminary Approval to the revised plat for Fairplay Farms,Section B.So ordered, OTHER BUSINESS: Plats Approved Under Administrative Policy: Plats approved under the Administrative Policy of the Conmlission are for the record: Development:J.Preston Shupp,Lot A,December 16,1976;John Brown Farm,Lot C, December 8,1976;Clarence O.Poffenberger,Lot 1,December 6,1976;John D.Downin, Lot 1,December 3,1976;Thomas C.Blickenstaff,Lot 2;December 20,1976;Isaac W.Norris,Et.Ux.,Lot 9,December 20,1976;Grafton Downs ,Jr.,January 3,1977. Simplified_:Alexander B..Horvath,December 16,1976;Betty L.Zello,December 16, 1976;Anna D.Clark Arst,December 15,1976;Madge Carter,Parcel A,December 7, 1976;Madge Carter,Parcel B,December 7,1976;Mary A.Leatherman,December 7, 1976;Frances L.Bayer,December 7,1976;Frances L.Bayer,December 6,1976; Robert Lee Wolfe and Wife,December 20,1976;Angus W.MacDonald and Wife,December 20,1976;J.Kenneth Graham,December 22,1976;J.Theodore Wolford,January I,1977. Personnel Matters: On a motion by Mrs.Whitcomb,and seconded by ~1r.Bache,the Commission voted to fon,ard a letter to the County Administrator from Mr.Musselman relative to consideration of a request as pertains to personllel budget matters.So ordered. Act in$Chairman: On a motion by Mr.Nigh,seconded by Mr.Bache,the Commission agreed to appoint a member from those present to act as Chairman in event of the Acting Chairman's absence from a COlmnission meeting.So ordered. Luncheon-Execu.tive Meeting: The Commission agreed to meet in luncheon session on Tuesday,January II,to review resumes for the position of Executive Director.The meeting wi II take place in the second floor conference room,County Office Building,at 12:00 noon. MEETING DATES: Water and Se\'ler Public Hearing ..Rezoning Cases,January 10,1977.Workshop meeting scheduled for .January 17,1977,Court House Annex,7:00 P.M.The next regular moeting is scheduled for February 7,1977,7:30 P.M.in 'the conference room i.n the COt.1J:ty Office Builcling, .l\D~.1 OURN1\jEN~l':__'"••0<'.•__<•._,__., 'T'l~()moeting was adjourned at 12:10,P.M. 1i~L-·&lL--.-----.------._... C.l1erbst ..Acting CIH111'lHan q, ,f.d On J;mu;1I'y'~17)19T7,the Washington County Pla-ruting Commission condw::t.cd a public \~'orkshop star,ting at ~/:OO P.f\L in the conference room of the Court House AnHcx, for the purpose of discussing Areas of Critical State Con co I'll and receiving input from th'.)public:in this regard. Present were:Acting Chairman ,John C.Herbst,Terrance W.Bache,W.K()ller Nigh, Sidney Sali tsky and llaTba1:a [\.Whitcomb.Others present Here:Alan R.~!usselman; Acting Executive Director,Margaret Woodlnrry and Linda Daniels of the Advisory Board to the PILlnning Commission,Margul'ot Comstock and Mary Cordcrman, League of Women Voters ..Commissioner R.Lee DOivney,Richard Schukraft,Washington County Extension Service,~lr.Joe Thomas and ~Ir.Walden Burtner,agricultural int, and .James E.NelsoIl,Jr.,Regional State Planning representative. In bringing the group up to date on what has occured in ten's of how Ar-eas of Cri tical State Concern have been determined and their cri ticali ty established i,n conformance with State guidelines,Mr.Musselman explained the step by step process the staff has taken to date. There followed a lengthy discussion in regard to all aspects of these areas, including existing local,State and Federal regulatory measures,State inter-- vention in event of development of these areas and how the areas relate to the development of the Comprehensive Plan update now underway for the County. On a motion by Mr.Bache,seconded by Mr.Sali tsky,the Commission voted to direct the staff to cease preparation of the Areas of Critical State Concer-n nominations,answering the requirement under the law with an explanation of what has been done and is being done to contribute to this issue.Mrs. Whitcomb voted "No".Motion carri8d. In further clarification of the motion for the record,Mr.Nigh stated that additionally"in forwarding the Commission's recommendation to the Board of County Commissioners,it should be pointed out th8t this in no way infers the Commission's lack of concern for the areas that have come out of the work accomplished thus far,however,the intent of the Commission is to deal with these issues in a manner by which they can be further-protected under local plans and ordinances. ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adj ourned at 9:45 P.M.on a motion by Mr.Nigh,seconded by Mrs.Whitcomb.So or-dered. ~./~Ja:r _ •. .Herbst/~ing Chairman -- S t.c-,c' On January 31,1977,the Washington County Planning Commission con- ducted a special meeting starting at 6:30 P.M.in the second floor conference room of the County Office Building. ~....-----~ Present were:Acting Chairman,John C.Herbst;Barbara B.Whitcomb, Sidney Salitsky,Donald Frush,W.Keller Nigh,Terrance W.Bache. Staff:Associate Planners Robert B.Garver and'Ronald L.Shives, Jack S.Hawbaker,Zoning Administrator. The meeting was called to order at 6:30 P.M. MINUTES: On a motion by Mrs.Whitcomb and seconded by Mr.Salitsky,the Com- mission voted to approve the Minutes of January 3,1977.So ordered. Upon consideration of the Minutes of the public workshop on January 17,1977,and adding to page 1,under those present,the name of Mary Corderman,the Commission voted,on a motion by Mr.Salitsky and seconded by Mrs.Whitcomb to grant approval to the minutes of January 17,1977,as amended.So ordered. COMMUNICATIONS: crJ Request from J.B~Ferguson for Extension of Time RE:Stevenson ~Subdivision #1007:C'1 g:s On a motion by Mr.Frush and seconded by Mr.Sa1itsky,the Commission t.::l voted to grant the request for a thirty day extension of time for the Stevenson Subdivision,to expire March 2,1977.So ordered. Bequest -.:f'rom Fox and AO!sociates RE:Extension of time for Beav'!.rbrook Subdivision #386 (preliminary): On a motion by Mr.Frush and seconded by Mrs.Whitcomb,the Commission voted to grant the request for a t.welve mon·th extension for the pre- liminary approval for beaverbrook Subdivision #386 under Section 107 t.O modify 'ehe requirements of Section 314 of the Subdivisic.n Ordinance and to inform the developer of what steps needs to be accomplished before final approval can be given.So ordered. OLD AND UNFINISHED BUSINESS: On a motion by Mr.Bache and seconded by M:rs.Whitcomb I the Cormniss ion voted to approve their recommendations on rezoning cases RZ-149,RZ-150, RZ-151 and RZ-153 and to forward these recommendat:icns to the Board of County Commissioners.So ordered. Mr.Frush abstained from voting because of unfamiliarity with the cases. ~ater and_Sewera~e Plan Mr.Robert Garver,Associate Planner,reported to the Comrnission that all changes as requested by the Commission "Jere made and that the 201 Facilities Plan and the water and Smverage Plan were now consisten·t. Mr.Garver askc"d that Commission Chairman to sign t.he let·ter forwarding the 201 Facilities Plan to ·the County Commissioners for their action. On a mob.on by Mr.Nigh and seconded by Mr.Bache,t.he Commission voted to have t:he Acting Chairman sign the lett.er drafted,and to forward t:he let'eer and the 201 Facilities Plan to the County Commissi·...mers for their consideration.So ordered. Hr.l'obert.Garver,Associate Planner,presented t.he Planning Comrn.Lssion \vith j)rocosed changes to the Water and Sewerage Plan and ask(ed for their c~)mment:s and recommenda.ti.ons. On a rnot::ion byrv1x.Fr1.1Sh a.nd Gecond(~~d by Jvlr.Bache t the Commission voted to ask Hhe (:x"~'officio lrlember ·to ar.t'Gi.nqe a meeting wi·th the Connt:y Conunj.B~:ion("':r~)dnd thc~Planni ng COHnnisEion t.e)clraft Gl memo of undc~l::'st...and- ing in regarQs to tile Water aI\d Sewerage Plan.So ordered~ 4 llaalth Departnlcnt Procedure for Subdivision Approval:_."_••_,_,_,"'_--',_'•__M "~,._,__'__.,__•__,~__ Mr.Ronald Shives,Associate Planner,reported to the COITUnis:3ion t.hat the Health Depart:ment has changed U12ir procedures for sub-' division approval where it involves t.he well appropriation permit from Water Resources Administration. Mr.Shives explained to the Commission that the Washington County Heal th Departmen'i:'s current procedure will be 'to con'tinue to fonvilrd the well appropriation permit to Wa'ter Resources Adminis- tration but they will send their approval for subdivisions as soon as their requirements have been met..In effect it may be possible to have the approval of the local Health Department and not have the appropriation permit from the Water Resources Administration on file. NEW BUSINESS !lag,erstown/Washington County Transportation Study Presentation: A presentation was given on the Transportation element for the update of the Pl~E:,Ol:'..the County by Mr.Isaac Shaffran,and Mr.Lonnie Robbins,with the Department of Transportation,and Mr.Wa'lt Hanson represen'ting Voorhees &Associates,Inc. Com~ission Member Appointment: The Commission concurred with the recommendation of Mrs.Whitcomb to request the County Commissioners to appoint a member to the Planning Commission as soon as possible to fill the vacancy. NEXT MEETING DATE: ,/ «', 'I'he next regular meeting of ,the Washington County Planning Commission is scheduled for February 7,1977 at 7:30 P.M.in the second floor conference room of the County Office Building. AD,JOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 8:30 P.M . ..--' O:i C"':!ex.'r:.o ~ lr.!:l' The regular meeting of the Washington County Planning Commission was held on Monday, February 7,1977 at 7:30 P.M.in the second floor conference room of the County Office Building. -----'Present were:Chairman Donald R.Frush,Terrance W.Bache,John C.Herbst,W. Keller Nigh,Sidney Salitsky,and Barbara B.Whitcomb.Staff:Alan R.Musselman, Ronald L.Shives and Zoning Administrator Jack S.Hawbaker. The meeting was called to order at 7:30 P.M. MINUTES:.- The Commission voted,on a motion by Mr.Salitsky and seconded by Mr.Herbst,to accept the Minutes of the Special Meeting of January 31,1977 as presented.So ordered. COMMUNICATIONS:-- Let,!:er from G.J.Buchanan,Jr.,Re:Shell Oil Trac.t: On January 3,1977,the Commission deferred action on an inquiry from Mr.G.J. Buchanan,relative to proposed acquisition of a portion of the Shell Oil Tract situated at the southwest corner of Maugans Avenue and 1-81,in order to view the site in the field. Following discussion pertaining to the location of the point of access to the site, the Commission voted,on a motion by Mr.Bache,seconded by Mr.Salitsky,to grant a .waiver to the restrictions of the adopted Highway Plan to permit access and advised Mr.Buchanan that he should now proceed with preparation of a subdivision plat as required by the Subdivision Ordinance,showing the point of access at the 'wcsternmostportion of the subject parcel,next to the Shell Oil tract.So ordered. Letter from Charles Uzelac,Re:Subdivision Ordinance: On a motion by Mr.Herbst,seconded by Mr.Bache,the Commission voted to grant the request for a waiver of the conditions of Section 405,paragraph 1213 of the Subdi vision Ordinance under Section 107,to permi t conveyance of a portion of a 2.2 A tract situated off Security Road,to an immediate family member.So ordered. COMMUNICATIONS: Ad~itions to Agenda: On a motion by Mrs.Whitcomb and seconded by Mr.Bache,the Conunission voted to add to the agenda,Stoneleigh Estates,for whi.ch final plat approval is being requested.So ordered. The Conmlission also voted,on a motion by Mr.Nigh and seconded by Mr.Salitsky, to add to the agenda for consideration,a plat for Albert Smith subdivision.So ordered. Extension of Time for Cons ide ration: On a motion by Mr.Nigh,seconded by Mr.Bache,the Commission voted to grant a thirty (30)day extension for consideration of the fOllowing plats: Orcbank Hills to expire ~larch 22,1977;Susan Cruze,March 15,1977;W.Preston HOIwrd,April 3,1977;Hubbard Acres,Band C,April 2,1977;J.Rodger fleess, March 23,1977~Joan Shriner,March 21,1977;and Stevenson Subdivision,April 2,1977.So ordered. In a correction of the agenda,the Commission ~:oncUl'red w'ith deletion of ~lauk Subdivision under Old and Unfinished Business \vhich has been administratively approvccl and to odd Charlton Acres,Lot 6,ullder the same heading,which had previously been considored by the Commission. 06 ~;UBD]V]:)L()~I I'Li\TS:.-----,-"'--"---_.....,.-_.~--.- Stonelci.r:h E:;tates -FLHill Plat;_____.:..s;;.._ Upon Tevie\I/oJ:the plat file information and staff report in which it l'las notcd that no response from the Health Department has been reeei ved and conditions for prcl:iminary approval have not been met rolati vo to agreement with the County Commissioner: cD p:;rtains to roads in the subdivision,the Commission voted,on a llIotion 'by Mi', Salitsky and seconded by ~lrs.Whitcomb,to grant a thirty (30)day extension of time for final consideration of Section D of Stoneleigh Estates.Expiration of thIs extension of time IVi lJ.be March 17,1977.So ordered. OLD AJW UNFINISHED BUS INESS;.-._--_._--_..._---_._._-- CharI tor~i\cr~~Lot_~.; Mr.and Mrs.Short appeared before the Commission requesting approval of a simpli- fied plat with improvements.Lot 6 had previously been considered by the Commission and disapproved because of JlO Health Department approval and which had since been issued permits for development as a pertion of the original tract.In review of the Ordinance,the staff found no additional provisions as a basis of disapproval of the simplified plat and noted that it did comply with all existing regulations. The Commission expressed concern in regard to several other lots on the originat tract and their deve lopment and conveyance in this manner. The Comm.ission voted,on a motion by Mr.Herbst and seconded by Mr.Salitsky,to grant approval of the simplified plat subdivision for Charlton Acres,Lot 6.So ordered. SUBDIVISION PLATS; Emmerton Subdivision; Upon revielV of the plat file,the Commis~ion voted,on a motion by MI'.Bache,and seconded by Mr.Herbst,to grant Preliminary Approval.So ordered. On a motion by Mr.Herbst and seconded by Mr.Bache,the COlillnission voted to grant Final Approval to the pl"t file.So ordered. Ti:nber Ridge Heights,East: On a motion"by Mr.Herbst and seconded by Mr.Salitsky the Commission voted to grant Preliminary Approval to the plat file on the condition that Water Resources Administration's well appropriation permit be secured prior to plat signature. So ordered. The COJrunission voted,on a motion by Mr.Salitsky and seconded by Mr.Herbst,to grant Final Approval to the plat file,on the condition that the Water Resources Administration's well appropriation permit be secured prior to plat signature. So ordered. Timber Ridge Heights,West: On a motion by Mr.Herbs t and seconded by Mr.Bache,the Commission voted to grant Preliminary Approval to the plat file on the condition that the Water Resources Administration I s well appropriation permit be secured prior to plat signature. So ordered. On a motion by Mr.Bache and seconded by Mr.Salitsky,the Commission voted to grant Final AppToval to the plat file on the condition that the Water Resources Administration I s well appropriation permit be secured prior to plat signature. So ordered." Londontowne,Section B: Mr.Sheedy and his representative Mr.Cump appeaTed before the Commission requesting Preliminary Approval of Section B.of Londontowne.Following lengthy plat file review and discussion of standards of roads within the subdivision,in particular Sheedy Boulevard,and adequacy of Landis Road nnd--Day Road which would serve the subdivision,Mr.Sheedy pointed out that the City of Hagerstown had verbally agreed to accept the road standards as required by the County Engineer should the City carry out their policy as regards annexation as a prerequisite for providing services.Also discussed was the time frame for development of the proposed subdivision,proposed extension of Sheedy Boulevard,and facilities already installed oh the site by the developer. 0,) C":> C'J ~l ~ <:..':i Londontowne,Section Il,Contd: On a motion by ~lr.Nigh and seconded by Mr.Bache,the Commission voted to grant Preliminary Approval to Londontowne"Section B,based upon Sheedy Boulevard 'being designed and graded to 'accOInodate the recommended standards of the County Engineer,the usc of joint driveways for those lots fronting on Sheedy Iloulevard, reduction of street standards for Abbey Lane and Winston Way,and change of name for East and West Winston Way.So ordered. Mr.Musselman recommended to ,the Commission that as soon as the Hagerstown/Washington County Transportation Study is complete,the Commission again reaffirm its recom- mendation for the inclusion of this system on the City's Highway Plan to ensure that this segment of Day Road extension be included in their plan. Youngstoun (Preliminary and "PR"District Development Plan): Following staff presentation of the Youngstoun Official Development Plan for a Planned Residential development fronting on Robinwood Drive in the Junior College vicinity,a general discussion was conducted relative to requirements of the Zoning Ordinance,right-of-way requirements of College Road and change of name for that road,off-street parking requirements and lighting,uses for the employment center area associated with the Planned Residential connmmity in a list developed by Mr. Musselman,and the eventual intersection of Sheedy Iloulevard with College Avenue. Mr.Armel,City of llagerstOlm Water Pollution Control,stated that his department had no objections to the development,that services will be made available to the development and expressed concerns in regard to the key location of the development relative to existing sewer services,the pll1'1ping station on the Junior College property,and stated that close cooperation with the developer and his engineer will be expected in developing necessary information for installation of adequate facilities.Mr.Musselman requested that the Commission give consideration to the intent of the Zoning Ordinance as it pertains to uses permitted in the "PR"District, and suggested a text amendment for clarification of the Article or establishment of a ,list of permissable uses for the District. On a motion by Mr.Ilache and seconded by Mr.Bache,the Commission voted to approve the Youngstoun Official Development Plan under the provisions of Article 16 of the Zoning Ordi nance,and incl ude the list of potential uses developed in the case file for the restricted employment center in the notification to the developer to proceed with preparation of site plans and/or preliminary plats,in conformance with County agency regulations.So ordered. Mr.Nigh requested that the services of the Planning staff be offered to the developer in preparation and processing of site plans and plats. IV.R.Patterson (Preliminary and Final Plat): Upon review of the plat file and noting that it contained no well appropriation permit from the Department of Water Resources ,the Commission voted,on a motion by Mr.Sali tsky and secondcd by Mr.Bache,to grant Preliminary Approval subj ect to the receipt of the well appropriation permit.So ordered. The Commission voted,on a motion by ~lr.lkrbst and seconded by Mrs.Whitcomb,to grant Final Approval to the application subj ect to receipt of the well appropriation permi t.So ordered.. Earley..Industrial Park (PI'elim~!'in'y and Sit~_J'lan): On a motion by ~jr.Herbst,seconded by Preliminary Approval to the site plan. Mrs.Whitcomb,the Commission voted to grant So ordered. The Commission voted,on a motion by Mr.Herbst and secondcd by Mr.Sald.sky,to grant Final Approval to the site plan and final plat of Earley Industrial Park. So ordered. Albert F.Smith (Pre1iminary :lnd Final): -_._~_._------------'-"---,--._,----" Upon review of the plat file and noting a memorandum from the County Engineer,dated February J.,1977~reL.:rtive to traff:i.c :';~lf()ty of the existing access,tho -Commissioil voted.on a motion by Mr.Ilerbst~seconded by ivlr.Salitsky,to g:rant approvi:ll to the plat fUe.So ordered. tl COR\(\,SPONIJL'NCE: .h~~'_~_S!_,__rr 02,'~-.9l~..t.~~Dul_~~_Rc :__l)enl_~Y_~11 0 w__E.;'">tat e ~_Su[)di.:~.~~.~".?2..l:2_,_.~_t.E?~'~s.. [.J1.1l)E9"~~2(:~~t s: A letter was read from the County Engineer relative to a possible violation of the Subdivision Ordinance of Bent Willow Estates relative to occupancy of lots in the subdivision prior to completion of streets,and that no surety has been posted to ensure·satisfactory completion of all work.It was requested that the situation be revieHed by the Planning Comillission. The Commission determined that the matter had been referred to the County Commissioners for theiT research and rcvie\'l,and asked th;:!t posting of bond for satisfactory completion of improvements be plaeed on the check list for subdivision approvals. OTHER BUSINESS: Plats Approv_ed Under Administrative Policy: Dev81opment:Richard A.Kesselring,Lot 4,January 4,1977;Ernest A.Knott, Lot 1,January 4,1977;Mauk Subdivision,Lot A,January 13,1977;Randall E. Sebold,Lot 1,January 17,1977;James M.Harnish,January 17,1977;Donald H..Jolmson,Lot 3,January 26,1977;David W.Byron,January 27,1977; Clyde Grimm,Lot 1,Jruluary 27,1977;Maxine K.Unger,Parcel A,January 27, 1977;Hi1da M.Hoffman,January 27,1977;H.Page Smith,January 27,1977; ruld Richard Cooper (2 Lots),February 7,1977. Simplified:Hagerstown/Washington County Industrial Foundation,January 10, 1977;Norman S.Earley,January 5,1977;Clarence E.Pike,January 6,1977; McDade Farms,Lots 1 and 2,January 10,1977;Mr.and Mrs.John T.Hoover, January 10,1977;Mr.and Mrs.Grover Moats,January 12,1977;Mr.and Mrs. Robert N.Myers,January 12,1977;Mrs.Maxine K.Unger,Et.AI.,January 17, 1977;HagerstoHn Union Rescue Mission,January 18,1977;Earley Times,Parcels A,B,C,D,E,F,G,H,.January 19,1977,and Fred A.Gaylor,February 2,1977. On a mO"Clon by Mrs.Whitcomb and seconded by Mr.Salitsky,the Commission voted to approve the above listed plats which wero approved administratively.So ordored. OLD AND UNFINISHED BUSINESS: Flood Plain Studies and Comprehensive Plan: Nothing now was added to these items of business. Areas of Critical State Concern:--_.. The Chairman requested that further consideration be given to determining and submitting applications to the State for Areas of CritIcal State Concern. Water and Sewerage Plan: A meeting relative to the Water and Sewerage Allocation Policy will be held in the second floor Annex on Tuesday,February 22,1977 at 4:00 P.M. Housing Committee: There will be a meeting of the Housing Committee on Thursday,February 10, for the purpose of a progress report. Rezoning Cases RZ-149,150,151,153: On a motion by Mrs.Whitcomb,seconded by Mr.Sal I tsky,the Rezoning Cases for RZ-149,150, 151,and 153 were removed from the Commission agenda since action has been previously taken.So ordered. NEW BUSINESS: _.--_.._4 Subdivision Ordinance: The Commission requested that this item of business be placed on the agenda for the next Commission meeting. "'0CV':J C\l QO r;u ~ NEW BUSINESS: Street Name Qu~ication:Abbey Lane: ..--- It was brought to the attention of the Commission that duplication of street names was causing problems in terms of post office syrvice and rescue service facilities.The staff was directed to send the post office correspondence to the three occupants of homes on Abbey Lane located in Trengail Manor Subdivision off Clearview Road with the request that they consider changing the name of the street. Letter to City of Hagerstown: On a motion by Mr.Salitsky,seconded by Mr.Bache,the Commission voted to request Mr.Nigh to draft a letter to the City of Hagerstown for the Chairman's signature,expressing the Commission's concern in regard to the City's annexa- tion policy and clarification thereto relative to Londbntowne,Section Band Youngstoun Development as recently provided by the City's Planning Director. So ordered. MEETING DATES: Monday,February 28,Special Meeting.Monday,March 7,Regular Meeting. The Commission agreed to meet each Monday for the purpose of reviewing elements prepared for the updating of the CompI'ehensive Plan,with the exception of Monday,February 21,which is a County holiday. ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 11 :50 P.M. tLk{L~62 ~JJ Donald R.Frush,Chairma~~ A Special Meeting of the Washington County Planning Commission was held on Monday, February 14·,1977 at 7:00 P.M.in the second floor conference room of the County Office Building. Present were:Chairman Donald R.Frush,Terrance W.Bache,IV.Keller Nigh and Barbara B.Whitcomb.Staff:Alan R.Musselman and Jack S.Hawbaker. Not present:John C.Herbst and Sidney Salitsky. The meeting was called to order at 7:00 P.M. Addition t~Agend~: On a motion by Mrs.Whitcomb and seconded by Mr.Bache,the Commission voted to add to the Commission agenda for consideration,a subdivision plat for Grayson W.Smith.So ordered. REZONIN~_CASE~(Z_::...l2~thl,-?Ugl0_60: Rezoning Cases RZ-154 through RZ-I57 are map amendments and can proceed to Planning Conunission public hearing. RZ -160: On n motion hy ~·h~.Nigh,seconded by Mr,Bache,the Commission voted to process for ]Jublie hearing,the PlaHning Commissi.on's reC01 1l11lCndatioll for a change in 'the prosent lrRS"classification to llPB"classification for a portion of parcel 14311 Map 24,situated at Pennsylvania Avenue and LonglllcadOt\1 Road.So ordered. fN:\i:M' ~~!iF II1.u RZ -1~)9;· On a motion by Mr.BachL~"s(~conded by ~lrs.Whitcomb,the COllwd.ssioll voted to take to public,)tearing,the rccommendat:ioll for a change in lIRR ll classif:i.catl.on to "IG"relative to Section ~.2 (b)and 3.2 (g)of the Zoning OrdinHnce,located at Wes t Longmeadow Road and Western Maryland Rail road.So ordered. I~Z -ISS: On a motion by Mrs.Whitcomb and seconded by Mr.Bache,the Commission voted to take to public hcari.ng the Planning Comll.lisslonts -recommendation in regard to Section 22.3 (c)of the Zoning Ordinance for deletion of "and satisfactory bond 01'other guarentee shall be furnished the County Commissioners"and the words "an d Zoning".So ordered. SUBDIVISION PLAT: GI~sorU~~L~Prclim~n":.':Y and F inal.!'El'.:':0va 1_: Upon revie"of the plat file,and noting Board of Appeals action for a commercial development of a lawn mower repair shop,simplified plat approval,comments of the State High"ay Administration,and Potomac Edison right-of-"ay through the proposed septic area,the Commission voted,on a motion by Mr.Bache and seconded by Mrs. Whiteomb,to gran't Prel iminary Approval with the condition that the Potomac Edison right-of-way be sholm on the plat prior to receiving signature of approval. So ordered. The Commission voted,on a motion by Mr.Bache,seconded by Mrs.Whitcomb,to grant Final Approval to the plat :fi Ie with the condition that the Potomac Edison righ t-of- i,ay be sho"n on the plat prior to receiving signature of approval.So ordered. COMMUNICATIONS: Letter fTom Planning Advisory Board,Re:Areas of Critical State Concern: A letter from the Advisory Board to the Planning Commission was brought to the attention of the Commission,dated February 8,19n,in "hich the Board expressed their concerns relative to the Commission's decision of January 17,1977,that. no critical areas be recommended to the County Commissioners for submittal to the State at this time.The Chairman requested that the Commission give further con- sideration to making recommendations to the County Commissioners to establish these areas.Following discussion relative to designation of critical areas as pertains to the 701 contract,funding of programs,and capital improvements proj ects, the Chairman recommended the submission of a minority report on behalf of those members not totally in agreement "ith the Commission's January 17 recommendation. BUSINESS:------ General Plan:-------- Mr.Musselman presented to the Commission,the General Plan clement and planning policy areas classifications which are ready to be incorporated into the update of the Plan upon the COJIUnission's concurrence. Following review and general discussion of the material presented,the Commission voted,on a moti.on by Mr.Nigh and seconded by Mr.Bache,to concur "i th the presentation thus far so that steps may be taken in developing the land use plan,based upon concurrence of the Commission "ith additional materials as they are submitted for revie".So ordered. Conprehensi ve PI an: Mr.Musselman reported that cost estimates for paper to be used in printing the Comprehensive Plan are being obtained from the Board of Education.The Commission requested that estimates for paper and printing costs also be obtained from various printing ·firms.The Commission requested that alternate title page headings be'prepared for Commission consideration as pertains to the General Plan section.._.--...~ 0';) C":: C'.l ""~ \'.D Special Projects: The Chairman was directed to prepare a letter to the County Administrator requesting Commission approval of special proj ects duties required of our staff, .based upon review of schedul'in-g"Ci{in-house assignments in preparation of Plan elements and budgeted work elements. MEETINGS: Monday,February 28,1977,1:00 P.M.-Department of Water Resources Herbert Sachs -meeting place not yet determined. Monday,February 28,1977,7:00 P.M.-Special Meeting,County Office BUilding, Second Floor Conference Room. Monday,March 7,1977,7:30 P.M.-Regular Meeting,County Office Building, Second Floor Conference Room. ADJOURNMENT: The Special Meeting was adjourned at 10:25 P.M. ~Q{MrJLd.6l ..OA~A. Donald R.Frush,Chainnan ' A Special Meeting of the Washington County Planning Commission was held on Honday,February 28,1977,at 7:00 P.M.in the second floor Conference Room of the County Office Building. Present were:Chairman Donald R.Frush,Barbara B.Whitcomb,John C. Herbst,Sidney Salitsky,W.Keller Nigh,(arriving late).Staff members:Executive Director,Jack S.HI,,',baker i Plannin\j Director·Alan R.Musselman,Associate Planners Ronald L.Shives,James B.witherspoon. Absent:Terrance W.Bache Minutes Upon consideration of the Minutes of the Special Meeting of February 14,1977 and making the addition of the meeting with the County Com- missioners on February 22 f 1977,under mee·ting dates and changing the phrase "alternate title p,age headings"under Comprehensive Plan, the Commission voted on a motion by Barbara Whitcomb a.nd seconded by Sidney Sali tsky,to approve the minut:es of February 14,1977,a.s amended.So ordered. OLD AND UNFINISHED BUSINESS H.B.M~llott Estat:e -Zoning Permit Application Following review and general discussion of the material presented and noting the correspondence received by the County Engineering Department and the \'1ater Resources Administrai:ion,the Commission vOiced on a motion by ~rohn Herbst and seconded by Sidney Sali tsky to approve the zoning permit application on the II.B.Hellott Estate. So orde.red. ~l'_ecial Proi~9_ts_ Detention Center Si:udy -Ex-tension -------_.~..•..~----_.._--------"---_._-- Economic Develo"qrnent Commission 1\ssist:ance_______..~_,__L ~~__..__,.,_"._,_..._~__ The Commission concurred t~o allol,\l t:he stcaff to cont:in.u,e to aid the special projects with the stipulation that no more than four (4) days be spent on the Detention Center Study -Extension and no more than (5)day:c~t.o be;spent:on the Economj,c Deve lopment CornYnis~,)j.on As,c.;it:;tanc(;~•I f morE:time is n(;(~d.:..~~d ·tl1E~oS L:J.f:['sho'U ld COflbUl t th(~ PliJ.nning ,C()nunis:~_~ion. i~;'~'}j '\A'~":J /~,~j >-$&",c,_Ji;~",:..J \ 1i 1 1 j I I ! I i \ I The Chairnkul rcquc~s t:c~d t:.h':.l1-.:aproqres:3 report be made at.the ['··lat'ch 14,1977,special meeting on all the items of the bar chart. trhe commission t.hen recessed and resumed t.he res-t of the mee-ting in the Planning Commission Department. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN: Land Use Element After a p:r:esentation of t:he Land Use Map and an explanation of how the Land Use Map (proposed)was prepared and an explanation of the density chart by Mr.Alan Musselman,Planning Director,the staff asked for permission to proceed with the writing of the Land Use Plan Text based on the proposed land use map. The Commission concurred that a representative of the Tax Assessment Office be invited to the next special meeting of the COlTh'11ission to explain the State law as it relates to the tax assessment of property and property densities. The Commission voted on a motion by Barbara Whitcomb and seconded by Sidney Salitsky to have the Planning Staff proceed with the drafting of the Land Use Plan Policies.So ordered. Housing A progress report on the Housing Advisory Committee was given by James Witherspoon,Associate Planner.Mr.Witherspoon s-tated tha-t there have been three (3)meetings held with the Housing Advisory Committee to discuss such topics as identifying obstacles to provisions of housing, water and sewer problems as well as housing cost attributable to develop- ment,subdivision process.Mr.Witherspoon stated that the next meeb_ng will be.held on March 3,1977,and the topic will be Financing and Government Assistance programs. Parks a£~d Open Spac~ Mr.James Witherspoon,Associate Planner,asked for the Commission's concurrance on the policies proposed for the Parks and Open Space Element. The Commission discussed Policy 7 on page 7 of the Parks and Open Space Element and concurred that the phrase "should be dedicated"should be changed and asked that alternatives be addressed to this policy and then brought back to the the Commission. The Commission concurred that policy 5 on page 10 should be expanded to include bike racks and lighting for the bike racks to be placed in public places. There was a discussion on the possibility of having homeowners founda- tions to have the upkeep of the open space areas in developments.The Commission requested the staff to further detail the alternatives to the maintenance and ownership of open space areas. The staff reques-ted a meeting to be set up with the County Commissioners to discuss Parks and Open Space and the concept of the Land Use Plan. On a motion by Sidney Salitsky and seconded by John Herbst, mission -requested Keller Nigh,Ex-Officio member,to set up with the Commission and the County Commissioners to discuss of the Parks and Open Space Element and the Land Use Plan. ~.....---._-4 the Com- a meeting the concept So ordered. ~ C":) Nco I:J.:l 1i;,!;) Meeting Dates and Time On a motion by Sidney Salitsky and seconded by Barbara Whitcomb the Commission voted to start all meetings beginning April 1,1977,at 7:00 P.M.So ordered. Monday -March 7,1977 -Regul~~Meeting,County Office Building, Second Floor Conference Room,7:30 P.M. Monday -March 14,1977 -Re00ning Public Hearing,Court House, Court Room No.1 -7:00 P.M. Monday -March 21,1977 -Special Meeting,county Office Building, Second Floor Conference Room.7:00 P.M. Monday -March 28,1977 -Special Mee~ing,County Office Building, Second Floor Conference Room,7:00 P.M. Adjournment On a motion by Sidney Salitsky and seconded by Barbara Whitcomb,the Commission voted to adjourn the Special Meeting of February 28,1977 at 10:55 P.M.So ordered EXECUTIVE SESSION It was brought to the attention of the Commission by the Chairman that he had informed the new Executive Director of the commission's action of December 6,1977 whereby the Commission is requesting the Executive Director to write proposed job description for all st.aff so that they may be incorporated into the organization of the Planning Staff. The Commission requested that the draft job descriptions be presented to the Commission and Staff prior to submittal to the Coun'ty Commis- sioners.It was requested that the Executive Director review the present adopted personnel study as it relates to Article 6GB and pre-' pare a report for the Commission. It was the concurrance of the Commission that Barbara Whitcomb,wi'th the help of the planning staff,prepare a report consisting of 1)salary money left in the budget due to the five month vacancy of an Executive Director,2)present and unusual meeting schedule requested that the staff attends,and that this report then be presented to the County Commissioners in hopes that a compensation arrangement could be worKed out for the staff. The Executive Session was adjourned at 11:15 P.M. ~@~rJ r0(kvJ~_ Donald R.frush,Cl1'aifman ;ii4~" 'I !A,i~)Ii ."j: rrIle :r:cSju:ba:c meetin']of -the VJ,::lshington COLtnty Pli'1nning COmnti:3S:LCll -Wd~3 lleld on JVlonday,JVlarch 7,1977,at 7:30 P.M.in t.he second floor Confercllce Room of the County Office Building. Present were:Chairman Donald R.Frush,Barbara B.Vlhitcomb,.John C,Herbst,Sidney Salitsky,Terrance Bache~Staff Members:Executive Director Jack Hawbaker,Planning Director Alan Musselman,Associate Planners Ronald Shives and James Witherspoon. l,bsent:1'1.Keller.Nigh Minutes Upon consideration of the Minutes of the Special Meeting of February 28,1977,the Commission voted on a motion by Barbara Whitcomb and seconded by Sidney Salitsky to approve the minutes as presented.So ordered. Addition to Agenda On a motion by John Herbst and seconded by Sidney Salitsky,the Com- mission voted to add to the Agenda of the regular meeting of March 7,1977 the foJ).owing items -under Communications,a letter from Fox &As,sociates re:extension of time for consideration for Orebank Hills,letter from J.B.Ferguson re:extension of time for consider- ation for St.evenson Subdivision;and under Pre liminary Plats the subdivision for Jcan Shriner that was approaching a 60 day limit.So ordered. Communications-- Letter,from Eisel I.Yost -Re:Subdivision Regulations: The Planning Commission considered a request from Mr.Eisel I.Yost to subdivide the land of Norman R.Munson located on Pearre Road in which Mx-.Yost would not have the twenty-five (25)feet of lot front- age as required under Section 405,Paragraph l2B of the Washington County Subdivision Ordinance. Following disucssion of the access problems,the Commission voted on a motion by John Herbst and seconded by Terry Bache to ~laive Section 405,Paragraph 1213 under Section 107 of the Subdivision Ordinance and to gran t approval to Mr.Yost's request.So ordered. Mr.Yost was advised ·to proceed with the preparation of the subdivision plat in accordance with the other applicable requirements of the Washington County Subdivision Ordinance. Let·ter from Terry L.Cantner -Re:Lo_t Entrance Upon review and discussion of access problems the Commission vo·ted on a motion by John Herbst and seconded by Terry Bache to grant approval to Mr.Cantner's request to subdivide his land located on Maryland Route 64 into -two additional residential lots which are to have a common ent:rance onto Maryland Rou·te 64,under Section 107 of the Washington County Subdivision Ordinance.So orde:r:ed. Mr.Cantner was advised to proceed with the preparation of a subdivision plat in accordance with the Washington County Subdivision Ordinance. Letter from Oliver-Cump &Associates -Re: Consideration of Cool Hollow Esfates: Extension of Time for ~-..............(, On a motion by Terry Bache and seconded by Sidney Salitsky,the Commission voted to grant a sixty (60)day extension of time as requested for Cool Hollow Estates to May 17,1977.So ordered. ------."..... ii "'"_'t..l,J COMMUNICATIONS CON'T Letter from John R.Oliver CornEany -Re:Extension of 'rime J;or Consideration of Stone leigh Estates: 'On a motion by John Herbstcand seconded by Terry Bache,the Commission voted to grant a sixty (60)day extension oJ;time as requested for Cool Hollow Estates to May 17,1977.So ordered. Letter from J.H.Seibert -Re:Extension of Time for Consideration of Plats:. On a motion by Terry Bache and seconded by Sidney Salitsky,the ,Commission voted to grant a thirty (30)day extension of time as requested for the following subdivision plats:Susan H.Cruze to April 15,1977;J.Roger Heess to April 23,1977;Clarance PoJ;fen- berger to April 28,1977;Hubbard Acres to May 2,1977;W.Preston Howard to May 3,1977.So ordered. Letter from I"ox &Associates -Re:Extension oJ;Time for Consideration of Orebank Hills: On a motion by John Herbst and seconded by Terry Bache,the Commission voted to grant a thirty (30)day extension oJ;time as requested for Orebank Hills to April 22,1977.So ordered. d:l t f . ..r'C"::;Let er rom J.B.Ferguson EnglneerJ.ng Inc.-Re:Extenslon Or Tlme&5 for Consideration of Stev,:=nson Subdivision: ~On a motion by Sidney Salitsky and seconded by Terry Bache,the Commission ~voted to grant a thirty (30)day extension of time as requested for Stevenson Subdivision to May 2,1977.So ordered. Letter from Glenn Dull -Re:Londont.o~me Sec,tion I B I: On a motion by Terry Bache and seconded by John Herbst,the Conunission voted to send a letter to the County Engineer with a copy to Oliver- Cump and Associates reaffirming their previous action on Londont.ovme, Section I B I and ·to advise Mr.Cump La proceed under Lhe previous action of the Planning Commission.So ordered. OLD AND UNFINISHED BUSINESS: Flood Plain Studies: There is no new report on the sLatus of Flood Plain Studies. Areas of Critical State Concern: On a motion by John Herbst and seconded by Terry Bache,the Commission voted to remove Areas of Critical State Concern from the Commission agenda under Old and Unfinished Business.So ordered. Water and Sewer Plan Amendments:-. On a motion by Sidney Sali ts]ey and seconded by Barbara Whitcomb,the Conunission voted to send a letter to the County Commissioners formally sublnitting the Water and VJaste Water Plan excluding memo of understanding f and Water and Sewer policy and to suggest bhat it not be adopted until such items are taken care of by City &County Officials.So ordered. On a mO'cion by John Herbst and seconded by Terry Bache,the Commi ssion voted to remove W,,,b,~r and Sewer Plan Amendment.s from the Commission agenda under Old and Unfinished Business.So ordered. '»1 ~. I;JxJ it '~•.J OLD AND UNFINISHED BUSINESS CON '1' "'_._-----------~-- P~ks_~~~<2Een SJ)~_ce _!2 esi CJD_L After discussion of the Parks and Open Space DesiCJn Element,the COlllmission voted on a motion by Sidney Salitsky and seconded by John Herbst ·to accept,the d.raft with recommended changes'·to be reviewed at the next 701 meeting.So ordered. On a mo·tion by Sidney Salits]ey and seconded by John Herbst,the Commission vo·ted to remove Parks and Open Space Design under Old and Unfinished Business from the Commission Agenda.So ordered. 701 Program -updating of Plan: On a motion by Terry Bache and seconded by Sidney Salitsky,the Commission voted not to have anything placed in the Comprehensive Plan Binder until it is approved and motion made to place it in the binder by the Planning Commission.So ordered. HousinCJ Study &Housing Plan: There is no new report on the status of the Housing Study &Housing Plan. SUBDIVISION REGUI,ATION: Prelimin~ry Plats Ad~el Keener,Lot 'A'(E.D.6) Upon review of the plat file the Commission voted on a motion by Terry Bache and seconded by John Herbst to grant preliminary and final apprm to t.he subdivision of .Adriel Keener,Lot I A'.So ordered. On a motion by Sidney Salitsky and seconded by Barbara Whitcomb the Commission voted to have the Executive Director write a letter to t.he Washington County Health Department.on behalf of the Commission expressing their concern and pointing out difficulitles involved with their process of granting verbal approvals,and that a copy of this let·ter be sent to the Washington County Commissioners and the State Delegation.So ordered. Floyd H.Myers,Lot 3 (E.D.19) Upon review of the plat file the Commission voted on a motion by Terry Bache and seconded by John Herbst to grant preliminary approval under Section 107 and waiving Section 405,paragraph 12E of the Washington County Subdivision Ordinance.So ordered. On a motion by Barbara Whitcomb and seconded by Terry Bache,the Commission voted to grant final approval to the plat file of Floyd H.Myers,Lot 3.So ordered. On a motion by John Herbst and seconded by Terry Bache,the Commission voted to have included on the next submittal of the Subdivision Ordin- ance Amendments deleting Section 405,Paragaph 12E.So ordered. Edward Gonano,Lot B-1 (E.D.1) Upon review of the plat file and noting that the lot does not have road frontage along its entire length and that is is apparent that a portion of the land area between the dedicated future road right-of- way and the lot front is owned by another person or other persons whom are now unknown,the Commission v~t~d_on a motion by John Herbst and seconded by Terry Bache to grant preliminary approval to the plat file and advise the subdivider and the future lot owner that it is their responsibility to ascertain such measures as may be necessary to protect the future access from the public roadway to Lot B-1.So ordered. ;1 _.,1 Edward Gonano,Lot B-1 (E.D.1)Con't On a motion by voted to grant Edward Gonano, On a motion by voted to grant Edward Gonano, John Herbst and seconded by Terry Bache,the Commission final approval to Edward Gonano,Lot B-1.So ordered. Lot C-l and C-2 (E.D.l) ""--..Terry Bache and seconded by John Herbst,the Co~nisslon preliminary and final approval to the plat file for Lot C~l and C~2.So ordered. ¢;, cr:: C\J e.t1 t:x.:l C!:' Colonial Park -Replat,Sec.'B'(9 lots) On a motion by Terry Bache and seconded by Sidney Salitsky,the Commission voted to grant preliminary approval to the plat file of Colonial Park -Replat,Sec.'B'.So ordered. On a motion by Terry Bache and seconded by Sidney Salitsky,the Commission voted to grant final approval to the plat file of Colonial Park -Replat,Section 'B'.So ordered. Joan Shriner (60 day limit) Upon review of the plat file,the Commission voted on a motion by John Herbst and seconded by Sidney Salitsky to disapprove the plat file for Joan Shriner because it did not receive Washington County Health Department approval as required under Section 510 of the Washington County Subdivision Ordinance.So ordered. On a motion by John Herbst and seconded by Terry Bache,the Commission voted that if and whe~Health Department approval was recei~eq . on the plat for Joan Shriner that the plat be processed admlnlstratlvely. So ordered. Final Plats FairElay Farms,Replat Section 'B'(22 lots E.D.10) Upon review of the plat file,the Commission voted on a motion by John Herbst and seconded by Sidney Salitsky to grant preliminary approval to the plat file of Fairplay Farms,Replat Sec~ion 'B'.So ordered. On a motion by Terry Bache and seconded by Sidney Salitsky,the Commission voted to grant final approval to the plat file of Fair- play Farms,Replat Section 'B'. OTHER BUSINESS Plats a~proved under Administrative Policy Simplified:Lena B.Renner -February 8,1977;Albert D.Shupp - February 15,1977;Ralph L.Powell -February 15,1977;Boonsboro Limited Partnership,Parcel A -February 22,1977;Earl J.Fai·th - February 23,1977;Reed W.Johnson -February 24,1977;Virginia E. Boyer,Par.'A.'-~larch 2,1977;Ralph M.Delauder -March 1,1977; 'l'homas C.Blickenstaff --March 1,1977;David N.Monn,Et Ux.-March 2,1977;Irma 1.Kline Blumenreich -~larch 2,1977;Rober·t J.Barn- hart -March 2,1977;Charles L.Snyder -March 2,1977. Development:Shuvee Estates,Lot 1 -February 25,1977;William W. Higgins--=-February 25,1977;Ernest A.Knot.t,Lot 1 ..February 24,1977; Ho,yard W.Hebb,r,ots 3 and 4 -March 1,1977. Letter fr0E:t_p0!2.~ld Noren t:2-.,JamesJ'oOl~ It ,vas brought t.O the att.ention of the Commission by the Executive Director that a letter was sent from Mr.Donald Noren of the State Department of Health &Mental Hygiene to Mr.James A.Rooney of the local Health Depart:ment..'l'he 1et.ter st.ated that.t.he local.heal.t.h department should not withhold their approval of any subdivision application based on not receivinq a well appropriaU.on permit from the Water Resources Admjnistratione It ,,'as the the concurrance of t.he Commis!';ion that.t:hoy cont.inue 't"r~;r '}'",c·,t·Jo,,·th ~t-tl-'",ot,','f'I')""'"'7 }")-"7',I,·,"dl';nc"n(~~._po ..l._,.y ,,)L ._C~...1 L,-~,h:_1l)8,.-=-_l.ng o.c ),[uaL-'!f.I ]0.,1 .•dou ,...,,.J subdivi:::;ion (.lpplic.:at:ion in vlhich no permit:front \I\fD.-LeJ:HC~SOlJ.rcei:i Admj.rlJ.stratioll is rG(~~j.vGd~ ~P }L t..' .......,. 13ax:bal'il "V'fhitcomb voiced.a disapproval of the sug9cstion.Irer::r.y Bache stated that if no progress is made to resolve tIlls probleln tha't the Commission should fU.rLhcr discuss and take possible action on this matte~~. ~:r.c=-,=tin_'l.....!?':'J.::E.:s :. !'1onday,March 14,1977:Public Hearing,Rezoning Cases RZ-154 -RZ-160 7:00 P.M.Court Room #1;Tuesday,March 15,1977:County Commissioners Briefing on Land Use Plan and Parks and Open Space Plan 3:30 P.M.,StaFf Workroom;Monday,March 21,1977:Special Meeting,701 Contract and related matt.ers with Robert Ludwig -7:00 P.M.;~10nday,March 28,197 Special Meeting,701 Contract and related matters -7:00 P.M. 'rhe Chairman stressed the importance of the attendance of the Commission members at the meeting wi·th the County Commissioners on Tuesday,March 15,1977 to disucss the status of the Land Use Plan and Parks and Open Space Element. ADJOURNMENT: On a motion by Barbara Whitcomb and seconded by Sidney Sa1itsky, the Commission voted to adjourn the meeting at 10:20 P.M.So ordered. .!Jfj~&Q~(k&~~\- T'\__1 J n.....,_"__1---lTman -----..--. ¢:Je-:: N.Q:l ~ <::.::l A Special Meeting of the Washington County Planning COlllmission was held on ~londay, March 21,1977,at 7:00 P.M.in the Planning Commission Office,third floor,County Office Building....._~~ Present were:Chairman Donald R.Frush,Vice-Chairman John C.Herbst,Terrance W. Bache,W.Keller Nigh and Barbara B.Whitcomb.Not pre-sent:Sidney Sali tsky. Staff:Executive Director Jack S.Hawbaker,Planning Director Alan R.Musselman, Associate Planner James B.Witherspoon and Marion Snyder,Executive Secretary. Advisory Board:Chairman William E.Wolford,Jr.,Charles Morrison,Margaret Wood- bury, Also present were:Robert Ludwig,Administrator County Tax Assessment,and Regional Representative Jim Carl.Arnold Platou represented the press. The meeting was called to order at 7:20 P.M. MINUTES: On a motion by Mrs.Whitcomb and seconded by Mr.Herbst,the minutes of the regular meeting of March 7,1977 were approved as presented.So ordered. CORRESPONDENCE: tett,er from J.H.Seibert,Re:30 Day Extension of Time for Benjamin Weller, Lots 4 and 5: The Commission voted,on a motion by Mr.Herbst and seconded by Mr.Bache,to grant ,the request for a thirty (30)day extension of time for consideration of a plat for Benjamin Weller,Lots 4 and 5,expiration of which shall be April 21,1977.So ordered. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN: £:ela0_onship of Land Use Plan to Tax Assessment Process: In a discussion as pertains to tax assessment policies that may conflict with or affect the Land Use Plan as relates to maximum densities pel'acre,Mr.Ludwig, Tax Assessment Officer and Mr.Carl,Regional Representative pointed out that there should be no conflict,since an increased rate of assessment would apply only to land actually developed.Land would not be subject to change of tax rate on the basis of a land use classification or in any way be affected by a zoning classifi- cation.He pointed out that agricultural land retains it I S farm use status so long as it is being farmed.Portions being subdivided would be·reassessed on value only after development of two or more lots. Re9.':.10sts~or Changes in Proposed Map: For the record,the following agencies and individuals have submitted requests for a change in land use classifications as delineated on the proposed Land Use Map: Hagerton Development;Potomac Edison;Economic Development Commission;Richard L. Bowers;Board of Education;Poffenberger Industrial Complex;and Cascade Enterprises. It \Vas the concensus of the Conlmission that requests for reclassification are pre- mature since the map is in draft form as prepared by staff and has not as yet been reviewed and accepted by the Commission for inclusion into the Plan.The Conmlission directed that the requests be responded to with notification that 1'e .. classifications will be considered at a later date when changes are considered on a map as proposed by the Commission. Lan.:!-J1_se P}an Text ..Ec.£..~]~ic..DevelopJ.!lent: FOllOldng revie\~of an outline for the 'Economic Development element for the Land Use Plan,the Commission directed that the staff proceed to develop the text anel map for this section>as presented and discussed in the outline. Parks nnd Oncn S1);].ce:_._...•."'-_.•.._-,._,~--~----.),--"._--_.. Upon TcvieH of tho \vorking Jraft mat.erial presented for Parks and Open Space)the Commission suggt~.sted that stront_~eX'recommendations be made in regard to tho u~:.(~of Sdlool fnelli.tic:;f01'orgnni,zcd recreation (page 20),and to address ltircctlYJ tllO County COllnni~;si0I1{~r5 on th(~need for suc.h a progr;;lIll.On a motion by r'lrs.Whi tc:oll:b) sccolldcf.1 by r\lr.!-h.~l'bst J the COlllmission voted to inc,o:rporato the P{n~ks .and Open Space {:dement into thn Pl:m with the l'cquest(~d adJition.So ordered. o SPECIAL PIHJ.TEC'l'S:-,--,._-_.._---_._--~ IJ.':'tel1~_ion _~gl1!_e.2:.-?:tuc\y: Associate Planner ,Jim \Ilitherspool1 J who has been serving as Chairman of the Detention Center Study Committee,reported that the Committee's report to the County Commissioners wIll be presented on April 1.The COliUllission requested that staff assIstance Itl this regard be discontinued at this time due to in- house commi tments for development of the Plan update. pconOl~~ic Dcv::,lopment Assistanc<:.: Associate Planner Robert Garver has been assisting the Economic Development Commis-· sian in the prepaJ:ation of a funding application to provide water and sewer facilities and street construction for the Interstate Industrial Park.Forty man hours have been approved until March 21,after which the Commission will be required to approve any further staff involvement.The Commission directed this ilctivi.ty to be followed through. OTHER BUSINESS: His:t0rical Sites Survey: Correspondence to the County Commissioners was considered as pertains to continuance of the Historical Sites Survey,which is nearing completion and further asking c.onsideratIon of extending this service to the municipalities. On a motion by Mr.Nigh and seconded by Mrs.Whitcomb,the Commission directed that .the letter be rewritten to handle the two matters separately and authorized the Chairman to send the request to the County Commissioners with revisions made as suggested:So ordered. Fiscal 1978 ~udget: Noting that the FY 1978 Budget is due to be submitted by March 28,the Chairman appointed a committee consisting of himself,John Herbst and Sidney Salitsky to review the CO!l\!l\ission ~udget in its entirety,including salaries. CETA Employee Trar~~fer: It was brought to the attention of the Commission that CETA employee,Denise Coley has been transferred to the Personnel Department.The CO!l\!l\ission accepted her resignation and indicated that no replacement will be sought at the present time. Supply Requisitions: The Executive Director brought to the attention of the CO!l\!l\ission,the need for office supplies and materials to begin work on the Comprehensive Plan and asked that the Conmlissi.on consider transfer of funds from line item 28-415-000 to 28-413-000 for this purpose. On a motion by Mrs.Whitcomb and seconded by Mr.Nigh,the Commission authorized the Executive Director to forward this request to the County Commissioners in the amount of $700.00 transfer from postage line item 28-415-000 to Office Supplies line item 28-413-000.So ordered. MEETING DATES: March 22,1977 -3:00 P.M.Meeting )'lith the County Commissioners in regard to the Water and Sewer Plan and Parks and Open Space. March 28,1977 -7:00 P.M.,Special Meeting.April 4,1977 -7:00 P.M.Regular Meeting. ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at ll:20 P.M.An Executive Session followed. ~'"'4 .~/l K I."vi A /'-V~r.ru'Sr"~h :1 /VVL,<p!1,a1rman ~----- A Special Meeting of at 7:00 P.M.in'the the Planning Commission was Planning Commis.sion office, ......------ held on Monday,March 28, County Office Building . 1977 , <:tJ C'? C,l t::cl {;:t..:) C!1 Present were:Chairman Donald R.Frush,Vice-Chairman John C.Herbst,Terrance W.Bache,W.Keller Nigh,Sidney Salitsky and Barbara B.Whitcomb.Staff:Alan R.Musselman,Planning Director,Executive Director Jack S.Hawbaker,James B. Witherspoon,Associate Planner,Marion Snyder,Secretary.Also present were William E.Wolford,Chairman Advisory COlnmittee and members of the Committee. The meeting was called to order at 7:00 P.M. COMPREHENS IVE PLAN: The Planning Director distributed ,a portion of the Economic Development element to be added to materials relative to the Land Use Plan.An informal discussion followed pertaining to proposals for further development of the plan,particularly land use classifications relative to densities,merger of some classifications, ways to preserve rural and agricultural land,strip development,environmental constraints,how much land should be preserved and ways of determining future needs for agricultural and industrial land. Also discussed was conversion of land use classifications,based upon current classifications,into maximum density ranges,giving all comparisons,to be used as a guide,and the relationship of other segments of the plan to land use. On a motion by Mr.Nigh,seconded by Mr.Bache,the Commission voted to postpone the.proposed land use legend and proceed with review of the separate elements of the plan as they are developed,keeping in mind that densities will be de- .vS!loped at a later date,based upon that review.Motion carried. C01~UNITY FACILITIES:.. Associate Planner James Witherspoon,presented to the Commission,the Introduction and SUlmnary to the Community Facilities Plan.The Corrunission accepted the Introduction as presented and requested that page V-26,second sentence in the SUllunary be changed to read,"This mechanism should be established within the existing County organizational framework."It was also requested that specific recommendations be made as pertains to addition of a grantsman for the purpose of making application for State and local grants and matching funds . .HOUSING: Also presented,was the first segment of the Housing Plan,Goals,which were. established as d result of meetings with the Housing Committee,and a summary of population trends and projections. The Commission accepted the Housing Objectives,with the revision of Goal 2 to read,"...construction in plan priority areas by streamlining the develop- ment process.Eliminate unjustifiable restrictions and design criteria controls ..." Goal 6.Change the work "but"to "and".Add construction techniques. It was also brought to the attention of the Commission that two awards have been received by the Planning Department and Parks and Recreation Department jointly, from the Easter Seal Society and the Governor's Committee,in recognition of freely providing access for the handicapped at Pen Mar Par]" REVIEW OF PLAN SCHEDULE: The Executive Director reported on status of the various elements of the Plan as depictcd all the bar chart,and remain to be dono.It was brought to the attention of the Commi.ssion t.:18.t a status report t(i t.he State Department of Planning is duo the first week of April.. ;l\,nnw:L!~~:t : The Chairman hrought to the b.ttention of the Commission for the record,that the Annual ROpOTt is due and should be preparod a.s soon a:;possible in accoTd Hi th Article 668. [;1'1":11\1,PiZlJ.JEC'I'S: The Detention Center Task Fon:e is preparing its report which :is dw;~to be presented to the County Commissioners by April 1.Economic Development Assistance project is scheduled for completion on April 15. OTIlER BUSINESS: Yis_c.:al-J.9-L8.-.BU(~I~et: The Chairman reported that the Budget Committee will have a report by the next meeting date. The Commission concurred with the request that Mrs.Dickey's services could be utilized for the inc.ll.lsion of two Economic Development concepts into the Plan. Also concurred 'Nith the request by the County Administrator fol'the loan of a typewriter not currently in use by the Commission staff. NEXT MEETING DATE: The next regular meeting of the Commission is April 4,1977 at 7:00 P.M. ADJOURN~nJNT : The meeting was adjourned at 11 :30 P.M.Executive Session. JJ1L~(j2Q~ Donald R.Frush,Chairman ~~_... The regular meeting of the Washington County Planning COllnnission was held on Monday,April 4,1977 at 7:00 P.M.in the second floor conference room of the County Office Building.------ Present \~ere: and Barbara B. Nigh.Staff: Musselman,and Vice-Chairman John C.Herbst,Terrance W.Bache,Sidney Sali tsky Whitcomb.Not present:Chairman Donald R.Frush and W.Keller Executive Director Jack S.Hawbaker,Planning Director Alan R. Marion L.Snyder. C:j C'? tNc:o tJ.:l t:l The meeting was called to order at 7:10 P.M. MINUTES: Amendments were requested to the minutes of the special meeting of March 21, as follows:Page 2 -Economic Development Assistance -change April 21 to March 21,and change time of regular meeting to 7:00 P.M.On a motion by Mr.Salitsky and seconded by Mr.Bache,the minutes of the meeting of March 21,1977 were approved,as amended.So ordered. An amendment to the minutes of the special meeting of March 28,was requested under Review of P Ian Schedule to add " . . .is due the first week of Apri 1." On a motion by Mr.Sall tsky,seconded by Mr.Bache,the Commission voted to accept the minutes of the meeting of March 28,1977,as amended.So ordered. COMMUNICATIONS: t~tter from Ronald E.Detrow: Mr.Ronald E.Detrow appeared before the Commission with a request that he be permitted to use an existing 16 1/2 foot right-of-way to provide access to a lot which is proposed to be conveyed to him by his father. On a motion by Mr.Bache and seconded by Mr.Salitsky,the Commission voted to gra,1t an exception to the requirements of the Subdivision Ordinance to provide access to the lot under the provisions of Section 107 of the Ordinance.So ordered.Mr.Detrow was advised that a plat should be prepared in accordance wi th all requirements for approval. Letter from Kenneth E.Palmer:----_.-_.--- In response to an inquiry from Kenneth E.Palmer in regard to the use of a common driveway to provide access to two dwellings to be shared by members of the inunediate family,the Commission determined that no action was required on their part. Letter from Steven K.Itnyre: A letter was read from Steven K.Itnyre in which it was requested that an excep-- tion be granted for the subdivision of a three acre 'parcel si,tuated in Fai.rview Acres into two lots to be served by an existing private road. On a motion by ~lrs.Whitcomb and seconded by Mr.Bache,the Commission voted to waive the requirements of the Subdivision Ordinance under the provisions of Section 107 for the use of the existing private road to serve the lots. The Commission cautioned that the Health Department should first be contacted to determine that the lots are suitable for septic areas.So ordered. Letter fl:.c!2'!..;r~Fer.li':'.".9n,Inc.,Re:Albert Stottlemeyer: A letter was read from J.B.Ferguson,Inc.in.regard to the Albert Stottlomeyor property as pOTtains to access to a lot \dlich is 1-;roposed to be conveyed to an immediate family mcmhor.It.1,\1;)5 requested that a varianc.e be granted as relates to tho 300'distance requiroments of the lligl"'lay Plan. On a motion by Mr.Bache and seconded by M:r.Salitsky,the Commissj on voted to grant a variance to the;requil'eJl1e;nts of the Iligl1l'ay Plan under Section 107 of the Subd:i.vision Ordinance and :rcClucsted that the access be shoVJJl not lc~;s than tI,e 110'as indicated on the plat.So ordered. ~---..-~ 1 I. sunOl V!;;ION PLATS:-~------,..__._~._"_.".._- g:l ~~~IJi~_I-!.lL.?c !~l.:~5,I r~~(Pr~.!,}~~'~"1~~~0~_~~c!)~~~~.~~}.1~_ Upon l'cvic\'/of the plat f~~l(;and noting that all agencies involved have granted theL'"pproval to the appHcation for development in the Williamsport Industrial Park,tho Commission voted to grant Preliminary Approval on a motion by Mrs. Wilitcomb and seconded by MI'.Sal its ky.So ordered. On a motion by Mr.Baehe and seconded by Mr.Salitsky,the Commission voted to grant Final Approval to the plat file.So ordered. "xtensi(~Reques.L f~·om_1.:-l~,--S_eibert: On a motion by Mr.Bache and seconded by Mrs.Whitcomb,the Commission voted to add Hubbard t\CTCS,Section C.to the agenda for consideration of an extension of time.So ordered.. On a motion by MI'.Bache,seconded by Mrs.Whitcomb,the Commission voted to grant the request for a thirty (30)day extension of time for the follOl;ing subdivisions: Susan II.Cruze -to May 15,1977;Hubbard Acres,Section C -to June 2,1977; .J.Roger Heess,Lot 1,-to May 23,1977;Benj amin Weller,Lots 4 &.5 -to June 21,1977.So ordered. Letter from Xo,,:and Associates,Re:Orebank Hills: On a motion by Mr.Bache and seconded by Mr.Salitsky,the Commission voted to grant the request from Fox and Associates,Inc.,for a thirty (30)day extension of time for consideration of a plat for Orebank Hills,expiration of which shall be May 22,1977.So ordered . .8~zon~Transcript Invoice: For the record,the Executive D:i.rector brought to the attention of the Commiss:i.on an invoice :i.n the amount of $147.40 from Business Services East for transcription of the Rezoning Hearing held on March 14,1977. Letter from J.~hapman McG~ew: The Commission directed the Executive Director to fulfill Mr.~IcGrew's request for a copy of the Comprehensive Plan and other planning materials. OLD N~D UNFINISHED BUSINESS: Flood Plain Studies: The Planning Director stated that he had met with representatives of the Water Resources Administration in regard to new regulations and guidel:i.nes as relates to the Zoning Ol'dinarrce and the flood insurance program. 701_EE~ram -Update of Plan: Housing Study and Housing Plan:Meetings will be held for the next three con- secutive Mondays for review of materials being prepared in the update of the Comprehensive Plan. Rezoning_Cases RZ-154-RZ-160 and Subd:i.vision Ordinance Amendment: RZ-154: On a motion by Mrs.Whitcomb and seconded by Mr.Bache,the Commission voted to recommend disapproval of the request for change in zoning from RS to BG,based upon there being no change in the character of the neighborhood,and noting that the BG zoning could have an adverse impact on traffic and drainage problems. So ordered. REZONING CASES,CONTD: RZ -156:--- O';J C':1 C\' Q.:l ~ ~ On a motion by Mr.Bache and seconded by Mr.Salitsky,the Commission voted to recommend disapproval of the request to rezone the 8 acre tract of land as requested by W.C.Schroeder.So ordered. RZ -155: The Commission voted,on a motion by Mrs~Whitcomb and seconded by Mr.Salitsky, to recooonend disapproval of the request to rezone the 4.31 acre parcel for Martin Foods,based upon no change in the character of the neighborhood and no mistake in the original zoning.So ordered. RZ -158: On a motion by Mrs.Whitcomb and seconded by Mr.Bache,the Commission voted to recommend approval of the request for text amendment in regard to the posting of bond for mineral extraction operations based upon duplication of State law. So ordered. RZ -159: On a motion by Mr.Sali tsky and seconded by Mr.Bache,the Commission voted to recooonend approval of the request filed by the Planning Commission because there was found to be a mistake in the original zoning.So ordered. RZ -160: On a motion by Mrs.Whitcomb and seconded by Mr.Bache,the Commission voted to recommend approval of the request for PE,based upon a mistake in the original zoning.The recommendation is to be forwarded along with an explanation of the impact that other classifications might have on traffic and drainage problems .. So ordered. Subdivision Ordinance funendment: On a motion by Mr.Bache and seconded by Mr.Sari tsky,the Cooonission voted to table the proposed amendment as pertains to panhandle lots until such time that densities in lm1d use are determined and considered in the ongoing Comprehensive Plan review process.So ordered. SPECIAL PROJECTS: Associate Planner Jim Witherspoon reported that the Detention Center Study is being presented to the County Commissioners on April 5,with the Committee's recommendation that additional studies be pursued. There is no new report on the status of Economic Development assistance. OTHER BUSINESS: £J~ts~)roved Administrativ~: Deve~JJm'O!.'.!":_WilHam H.Keefer,Lot 1,Section 1,-March 9,1977;I'lager .J. Hull,Lot 5,Section 1 -March 9,1977;Stevenson Subdivision,MeHch 14,1977; Joseph E.Yingling,March 18,1977;Pearl L.Weaver,March 22,1977;Leonard J.Williams,,larch 23,1977,Leonard .J.Williams,March 23,1977;Clarence O. Poffenberger,March 23,1977;Ralph L.Powell,~larch 24,1977;Joan Shriner, March 31,1977;LuRose Estates,April 4,1977;Treadwell -March 31,.1977. Sillp})jie.cl:Victor R.Mumma,March 8,1977;Thomas E.Butler,March 14,1977; Alvey A.Mar,;hall,March 14,1977;Bernhard G.Cha.rles,March 21,1977; Robin G.Folmer,Mal'eh 21,1.977;Rodney Saylor,ivlarcll 28,1977;!'-'lorris Sayl(n.·.~ March 28,1977.The COJl1mission voted to approve the report on a Jl1otion by Mr.SaUtsky and seconded by Mrs.Whitcomb.So orderecl. f~" OTIIL.I~_J'.lJl:i I Nli.s SL_CON1:!l--'_ Budget for PY 1978:-_........._---~-- The COtlunission delayed taking any action on the FY J 978 budget which is scheduled for hearing by the County Commissioners in two weeks time. Administ];ati ve_J)r~s:..~dtn~~f~T Rezoning: The Commission voted,on a motion by Mr:Salitsky and seconded by Mrs.Whitcomb, to adopt the revised format,with the addition of an effective date,for the Admini strat i vo Procedures for Rezoning App li cat ions.So ordered. MEETINC DATES: Special Meeting -April lJ.,1977,7:00 P.M.Special Meeting -April 18,1977, 7:00 P.M.Special Meeting -April 25,1977 -7:00 P.M.RegUlar Meeting - May 2,1977 -7:00 P.M. ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was a'djourned at 9:20 P.M.on a motion by Mr.Salitsky and seconded by Mr.Bache.So ordered.An Executive Session followed.' ...... \Oh ~..----._. A Special Meeting of the Washington County Planning Commission was held on Monday April 11,1977 at 7:00 P.M.in the second floor conference room of the County Office Building. The meeting was called to oider-at 7 :00 P.M. Present were:'Chairman Donald R.Frush,Terrance W.Bache,John C.Herbst,Sidney Salitsky.Not present:W.Keller Nigh and Barbara B.Whitcomb.Staff:Jack S.Ilawbaker,Executive Director and Alan R.Musselman,Planning Director. TRft~SPORTATION DEVELOPMENT PLAN: The Commission reviewed a request from the Transportation Commission to update the Transportation Development Plan.The Commission agreed to perform this task and directed that the staff include this update as a part of the Transportation Element of the Comprehensive Plan. HO~IEOWNERS FOUNDATION: The Planning Commission appointed James B.Witherspoon as alternate to the Home- owners Foundation to fill the ex-officio position that is currently being held by the Planning Commission's Chairman. FY 1978 BUDGET: ~The Planning Commission reviewed and established budget figures for the 1978 CJ FY Budget that is to be presented to the County Commissioners on April 19. ,~ ~ANNUAL REPORT: On a motion by Mr.Salitsky and seconded by Mr.Bache,the Commission directed the Executive Director to proceed with completion of the 1976 Nlnual Report putting it in final form for submittal to the Board of County Commissioners. So ordered. WATER AND SE\'IERft.GE PLAN: The Planning Commission Chairman announced that the County Commissioners,on April 5,1977,approved the Water and Sewerage Plan along with a policy to coordinate with the City of Hagerstown on facility allocation. HISTORIC SITES SURVEY: It was also announced that the County Commissioners approved on April 5,1977, a budget request of $4,850 for the completion of the Historic Sites Survey to include a Comprehensive Identification Map. HUBBARD ACRES -Pre liminary and Final Approval: On a motion by Mr.Bache and seconded by Mr.Salitsky,the Commission voted to grant Preliminary Approval to the plat file for Hubbard Acres.So ordered. On a motion by Mr.Salitsky and seconded by Mr.Bache,the Commission voted to grant Final Approval to the plat file.So ordered. MEETING DATES: Special Meeting Special ~!ceting Regular Meeting ~DJOllRN~lENT: April 18,1977,7:00 P. -April 25,1977,7:00 P. -May 2,1977,7:00 P.M. M.Second Floor Conference Room. M.Second Floor Conference Room. Second Floor Conference Room. The meeting was adjourned at 11:00 P.M. n .r< .-Ll,.J?)1Aillffilv!iuJLDonaidlf.Frush,Chairman-·-------,··-- 1\Special ~"lceting uf the Washington County Planning Commj,ss i.on \~as held ()HMOllday} i\pri.l 18,1977 at 7:00 1'.M.in tho second floor conferonce room of the County Office Guilding. Tho mooting \;:1s,called to order at '7:10. Present \'icro:Chairman Donald R.Frush,Vice Chairman John C.ilcrbst,Terranc.e W.Bache,and Barbara B.Whitcomb.Not prosent:W.Keller Nigh and Sidney Salitsky.Staff:Executive Director Jack S.Hm;bakor,Planning Director Alan R.Musselman and Marion Snyder,Secretary.Also present were:William 13.Wolforel, Chairman of the Adv;..'3ory Boai'd,Margaret Woodbury and Tom M.Davis. The meeting was called to ordor at 7:10·P.~l. MINUTES: On a motion by Mrs.Whitcomb and seconded by Mr.Bache,the Conm\ission voted to approvo the Minutes of the meeting of April 4,1977,as presented.So ordered. For the record,the Chairman announced that Mr.Fred H.Yo.unkins had been appointed by the County Commissioners effective April 12,1977 for a four year term to May 25,1978,to fill the term of William E.Dorsey.He requested that Mr.Younkins be contacted by the secretary and supplied with all pertinent materials. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN: Land Use Plan -Economic D'Cvelopme~t: In a review of the second draft of the Economic Development Element of the Compre- hensive Plan,the Conuuission agreed to the follOldng changes: Page IV-I,deletion of the word "quantitatively"in the last paragraph;Page IV-6 Rewrite last paragraph;Page IV-9 Delete Three substitute Two in third paragraph;Page IV-13,Delete second paragraph;Page IV-24,25,Rewrite under Intensity of Development,add "approximately to acreage;Page IV-26,rewrite last paragraph and delete health care;Page IV-27 delete central add and cultural;Policy 2,Delete first sentence;add;policy in regard to review of commercial land uses;delete last policy.Page IV-28 Delete second sentence of policy 4,and move policy 6 to become reconunendation 3.Page IV-29, delete policies 3 and 4 from bottom of page,add new policy in regard to Commercial Center parking and site design.Delete after "concepts"in last policy.Page 30 and 31 become recommendations delete last two policies on page IV-3l and all references to stormwater management.Add new recommendation in regard to innovative design.Delete all underlining throughout.Delete pages IV-32,IV-33,IV-34,excluding last recommendation on IV-34 which is to be included under Commercial Land Use recommendations.The Commission directed that this section be revised based upon this date's discussion. SPECIAL PROJECTS: Economic Development Assistance: conomic Development Assistance which was to have terminated on April 15,was extended to permit two·days more assistance on a motion by Mr.Bache and seconded by Mr.Herbst.So ordered. OTHER BUSINESS: Rezoning Cases R2-l54 through R2-l60: On a motion by Mrs.Whitcomb and seconded by Mr.Herbst,the Commission voted to approve the written recommendations to accompany R2-l54 -R2-l00 which are to be forwarded to the County Commissioners for their review and necessary action. So ordered. WORK SCHEDULE: The Executive Director 'brought to the attention of the Commission,the revised work schedule which is to accompany the Budget for review by the County Commis- sioners.The Commission authorized the Chairman.to extend the work schedule based upon the law as it is written,Commission review and existing staff. Also,the Chairman was authorized to request the County Commissioners to provide additional staff or to suggest that work be done by consultants in preparation of other activities required of the Commission.It was agreed that the O.P.D. C;i ~ Nr:o tlU ~ (Overall Development Plan)would not be prepared.It was requested by the Chairman that the draft of the Capital Improvements Program be prepared by the staff as soon as possible for review by the Commission. ,NEXT MEETING DATES:.-..~~ Special Meeting -April 25,1977 7:00 P.M.Regular Meeting -May 2,1977, 7:00 P.M.Meetings will be held in the second floor conference room unless otherwise specified. ADJ OURNMENT : The meeting was adjourned at 11:00 P.M. /' IOf)vtctf J g LIi~~ Donald R.Frush,Ch'hrman n'-~~ ..-~" l\Special l\Jcetjni4 of the l~ash.i.ngton Count)'Pluml.i.llg C:cimmissiol1 \1/a~)held on Mand'l)!, l\pril 2S)1977 at 7:00 P.r,·'!..i.n the Secoll(l FIG01'Conference l~oom of the County Office Duildi~g. Present \'Jere:Cha:Lrman Donald R.Frush,Vice Chairman John C.Herbst,Terrance IV.Belchc,Barbara D.Whitcomb and Fred H.Younkins.Not present:Sidney Sali t- sky elnd W.Keller Nigh.Siaff:Executive Director Jack S.Hnwbaker,Planning Director Alan R.Musselman,James D.Witherspoon and Harion Snyder. The meeting was called to order at 7:15 P.M. The Chairman introduced Mr.Fred l-l.YOLmkins,nel;member of the Planning Commission CO~IPRE!!ENSIVE PLAN:-------- I.Introduction to Plan: The Commission directed that the revised introductory statement be further amended to delete the second paragrpah on page I-I,amend also to delete "is basically the same,but,the community,in paragraph 3 and to correct typographical errors throughout.On a motion by Mrs.\'nlitcomb and seconded by Mr.Herbst,the Commission accepted the working draft of the introduction with corrections made at this meeting.It was also requested that each draft be dated.So ordered. II.Land ,Use Element: The following deletions and corrections were made to the third draft of the Economic Development Section of the Plan: Page IV-6,d"lete I;ords after 40,000 in paragraph 1.Delete words "of increase" in second to last paragraph.Page IV-7 -Rewrite fourth paragraph.Page IV-9 replace Three with Two,in paragraph on Employment Centers.Page IV-12 delete' and approval from paragraph four,add 15y the Planning Commission.Page IV-13, delete adopted in second paragraph replace with referenced.Page IV-IS delete extensive plans.in second paragraph and add potential.Page IV-16 delete single use district only.Substitute Industrial Mineral District only. Delete Land Use Plan,substitute Zoning,in second policy.Page IV-17 delete No.7,revise no 8 to read "does not adversely impact."No.7 Has eliminated on a motion by Mr.Herbst and seconded by Mr.Bache,with Mrs.Whitcomb voting "No."Page IV··21 change 40%to 30%in paragraph 2,delete been steadily and Inoderately increasing and add also increasing.Page IV-22 re~rite paragraph 3.Page IV-27 delete and approval under second policy,add by the Planning Corr@ission.Page IV-29 reword first paragraph.Page IV-3l,delete 8th reCom- mendation,move paragraph 9 to last recommendation in Tourism section.Page IV-36,rewrite third paragraph,remOve in first sentence all Hords after Washington County.Page IV··41 third paragraph,delete operated by full owners, substitute owner operated.Page IV-44,reword policies 6 and 7.Page IV-4S move heading 011 other recommendations to new page,Delete last paragraph. Cross reference figures throughout,reference to Hagerstown Valley and Hagerstown Valley should be Cumberland Valley. OTHER BUSINESS: L.E.A.A.Training Session:The Commission authorized attendance by staff at aL.E.A.A-:--Training Session to be held at the Reserve Center on April 27, 10:00 A.M.based upon the work schedUle permitting. Student Requests for Material: The Conunission directed that all adopted material for which there would be no charge be distributed to any students 'requesting them. Student Internship:' The Con@ission directed that approval to the request to accept student internship in the COlmnission office during the fall semester,based upon established policy. It was requested that a letter of reply be drafted and included on the next agenda for consideration.~-< CJ ~ NCit! !J,.:J ~ OTHER BUSINESS: It was announced that the Depar(mGnt of Health and Mental Hygiene has accepted the update of the Water and 'SeWerage Plan. MEETING DATES: Regular Meeting May 2,1977,7:00 P.M.,Special Meeting May 9,1977,7:00 P.M. Special Meeting May 16,1977,7:00 P.M.Special Meeting May 23,1977,7:00 P.M. ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adj ourned at 10:30 P.M. ('~.to (J:v 1 aJ!;;!/'0 (/il.c.uJ\ Donald R.Frush,VCilairman ~,),''n ::.~•,)JJ t,flhe Hcqular f'.1eet.in9 of t.he Washington County Planning Commission \'las held on JVlonday,JVlay 2',1977,at 7:00 P.JVl.in t,he second floor COI\- ferol,ce room of the County Office Building. The meeting was called to order at 7:00 P.M. Pre Gent were:Chairman Donald R.Frush,Vice-Chairman John C.Herbst, Terrance W.Bache,Barbara B.Whitcomb,Sidney Salitsky,Fred Younkins, and Keller Nigh.Staff:Executi ve Director Jack S.Ha\vbaker, Associate Planners Robert B.Garver and James B.WitherGpoon,and Secretary Verna M.Brown. MINUTES On a motion by Mr.Sali tGky and Geconded by Mr.Bache,the COlmniGsion voted to approve the Minutes of the Special Meeting of April 11,1977, as presented.So ordered. On a motion by MrG.\'1hitcomb and seconded by Mr.Salitsky,the Com- mission voted to approve ,the MinuteG of the Special Meeting of April 18,1977,with the addi,tion that:an Executive Session following being p laced at t,he end.So ordered. On a mo,tion by Mrs .\'1hi tcomb and seconded by Mr.YounkinG,the Com- mission voted to approve U,e Minutes of the Special Meeting of April 25,1977,as presented.So ordered. ADDITION ,TO AGENDA On a motion by Mr.Bache and Geconded by Mrs.Whitcomb,the Commission voted to add to the agenda under Communications Mr.Pierce Alexander, Re:Section 405,Paragraph 12.B.So ordered. COMMUNICATIONS-- Hr.Pi:=rce Al",xander -Re:Section 405,Paragraph 12.B The Planning Commission considered a request from ]\Ilr.Pierce Alexander' to subdivide a tract of land situated on a private right-of-way off of Kent Avenue that currently serves four (4)lots,to a member of the immediate family. Following discussion of the access problems,the Commission voted on a motion by Hr.Bache and seconded by Mr.Sali,tsky t,o gran't a variance of Section 405.12.B under Section 107 of the Subdivision Ordinance and to advise Hr.Alexander to proceed with the necessary platting of the lot to comply with all other regulations.So ordered. Mr.William Cooper -_Re:SubdiviGion Ordinance The Commission considered a request from Mr.William Cooper to sub~ divide a tract of land situated on a private right-of-way off of Md.Rt.62 south of Leitersburg,to a nember of his immediate family. Following discusGion,the Planning Commission voted on a motion by Mr.Salitsky and seconded by Mrs.Whitcomb,to approve Mr.Cooper's request to convey approximately eight acres of ground to his daughter for the purpose of building a residential structure,and advise Mr. Cooper to proceed with the platting of this lot to meet all other requirements of the Subdivision Ordinance.So ordered. Mr.Hilton Yeager -Re:Subdivision Ordinance The Comnlission considered a request from Mr.Hilton Yeager to convey a twenty-four (24)acre tract of land sit~ated on a private lane off the Marsh Pike. Following discussion,the Planning commission voted,on a motion by Mrs.Whitcomb and seconded by Mr.Sal-i 1=skY',to disapprove Mr.Yeager 1 s request for a variance to Section 405 12.B under Section 107 citing that no hardship existed and that the conveyance was not to a member of the immediate family.So ordered. H.B.Mellott -Zoning Permit Application On a motion by Mr.HerbsEand-seconded by Mr.Bache,the Planning Conwission voted to approve the Zoning Permit for the H.B.Mellott Quarry with the condition that data be supplied to the Washington County Soil Conservation District with reference to the water flow on the property.So ordered. Cool Hollow Estates -Preliminary Approval Requested Mr.Howard Gilbert,Attorney,and Mr.Merchant McDonald from the Oliver- Cump &Associates appeared before the Commission requesting preliminary approval for the subdivision of Cool Hollow Estates.A discussion with Dr.Jamison,the Geologist for the development followed. The Commission voted on a motion by Mr.Bache and seconded by Mr.Herbst, to grant preliminary approval to the subdivision of C-ol Hollow Estates with the condition that test well No.4 satisfy Washington County Health Department requirements.Mr.Nigh voting no.So ordered. Letter from \'1ashington County Health Department r::t.'~'he Chairman read the letter received from the Washington County Health ~Department of May 20,1977,in reference to their concerns of the pro- ~l cession of two or more lots. a:tl ~~The Commission voted on a motion by Mr.Salitsky and seconded by Mrs. ~Whitcomb,to have the Executive Director answer the letter received by the Health Department stating that the Commission is in agreement with their position that any development of two or more lots on the same tract required application for a water appropriation permit from the Water Resources Administration and that this requirement is provide<j for in the Washington County Subdivision Ordin~nce under Section 308.2.K. So ordered. Letter for Rztensi6h,f'orSubdi v-ision Plats: J.H.Seibert -30 Day Exl:ension 6f Time for Consideration for Susan Cruze andW.Pres to'n Howard On a motion by'Mrs.Whitcomb and seconded by Mr.Herbst,the Commission voted to grant a thirty (30)day extension for consideration of the plats submitted for Susan Cruze to expire on June 15,1977-and for W. Preston Howard to expire June 3,1977.So ordered. J.B.Ferguson Engineering Inc.-30 Day Exte,ns ion of Time for Con- sideration for Schetrompf'Sub(:1iv:Lsion On a motion by Mr.Herbst and seconded by Mr.Sa1tisky,the Con'L'1\ission voted to grant a thirty (30)day extension of time for consideration of the plat submitted for the Schetrompf Subdivision to expire on June 30,1977.So ordered. J.B.Ferguson Engine<:rin'I,j:nc ..-::".§.Q.J?ay Ext,ensi on of Time for Con-- sideration for ..§..l;0nelei<;1h Estates On a motion by M.r.Sa1itsky and seconded by Mr.Herbst,t:he Commission voted to grant a sixty (60)day extension of time for consideration of the plat submitted for Stoneleigh Estates to expire on July 17,1977. So ordered. OLD ]\ND UNFINISHED BUSINESS--,--- Flood Plain Studies: Nothing new to report at this time. 'l~t;,L Q .•". 701 P raUl '.I:z(:v'i~H:~d Sched,ule lrhc~Chai.rman brouqht 'to t:he attention of the Connnissionthe re\?'ised !ochedule for ,the 701 program contJ:a.ct deadline,1'he Chainncll1 repoL'ted to the Conmdssion that a meeting was held with the State,the Executive Director,the Planning Director and himself to discuss what was com- pleted under the 701 Contract.The Chairman explained that a letter was rcceiv8d from the State with a check in the amount of $3,180,or 50%payment on 40%of the Contract total. On a motion by Mrs.Whitcomb and seconded by Mr.Salitsky,the Commiss:inn voted to have ,the Executive Direc'tor draft a letter for Commission ' chairman's signature to the State Planning Department and point out th, revised work schedule and advise that the Planning Commission foresees no problem in keeping with this time table.So ordered. §conomic Development Section Approval Upon request by the Commission,all documents and their revisions shall be dated as 'to the day requested for the review. The Commission concurred 'to have this agenda item placed on the agenda for t,he Special Meeting of May 9,1977,as well as having a review of the elements required for a Comprehensive Plan under existing law. SUBDIVISION PLATS: Cohill HeIghts -Lo't B: On a motion by Mr.Herbst and seconded by Mr.Salitsky,the Commission vo'ted to have the plat submitted for Cohill Heights,Lot B,forwarded to the County Commissioners to have an agreement worked out between the developer and the County before consideration is given by the Commission, and to request an answer from the.County Commissioners before June 6, 1977.So ordered. Cohill #~13h~~~ot A : Upon review of the plat file,the Cormnission voted on a motion by Mr.Herbst and seconded by Mr.Saltisky,to grant approval based upon an application being made for a well appropriation permit for lots A&B for Cohill Heights.So ordered. Harry Myers Estates -Simplified Upon review of the plat file,the Cormnission voted on a motion by Mr.Bache and seconded by Mr.Herbst,to grant approval to the Simplified Plat for the Harry E.Myers Estate.So ordered. J.Rodger Heess,Lot 1 -Time Limit,May 23,1977 Upon review of the plat file,the Commission voted on a motion by Mrs.Whitcomb and seconded by Mr.Nigh to have the Cormnission conduct a field trip to the site to discuss the concern of the site distance ror the proposed driveway and to place the plat on the agenda for the next Special Meeting.So orde:r:'ed. Orebank Hills -Preliminary Plat - 4 Lots upon review of the plat file,the Cormnission voted on a motion by Mr.Bache and seconded by Mr.Herbst to grant preliminary approval to the plat submitted for Orebank Hills.So ordered. P la ts Approved Under Adminis trative Policy: Development -Joan K.Shriner,April 4,1977;Replat LuRose Estates, Section B,April 4,1977;Hubbard Acres,Sec.C,April 13,1977;Albert Stottlemyer Subdivision,April 15,1977;Spring Hill Estates Rep1at, April 21,1977;Lot 1 Harry E.Gross &Wife,April 21,1977;Lot 2 Revised Clarence o.Poffenberger,Apri 1 27,19'7"'-:-' , ,~)i Plats Approved Under Administrative policy con't Acquisition -Clarence B.~~ane &Wife,AprilS,1977;George V. Jamison &Wife,April 6,1977;Harry E.Miller &Wife,April 7,1977; C.Bussard,April 7,1977;Daniel K.Seibert &Wife,April 12,1977; Franklin R.Forrest,April 21,1977;Josephine Fink,April 21,1977; William E.Strother,April 22,1977;Keller J.Rowe,April 29,1977. Materials For Plan The Executive Director made a request to purchase such items as paper, storage boxes for maps,display boards,etc.needed for the update of the Plan printing. The Commission concurred to hold any purchasing of materials for the printing of the update of the Plan until such time the COIT@ission has finished its review. Subdivision Ordinance Amendment to Include Water Resources Administra'tion ~proval:. Mr.Hawbaker,Executive Direc'tor,requested direction from ,the ComInission concerning an amendment to the Washington County Subdivision Ordinance ~meeting the concerns of the Water Resources Administration Permit pro- ~cedure. ~M~.Nigh explained that until Water Resources Administration approval ~is received no houses can be constructed on subdivisions with two or more lots and therefore the Commission voted on a motion by Mr.Nigh and seconded by Mrs.Whitcomb to have an amendment drawn up to require t.hat on all subdivision plats with t.wo or more lots a sta'tement read in effect that the Planning Commission approval will be subject to t.he ultimate approval of the Water Resources Administration for well appropriation,and to require that.this statemeht.be signed by the owner.So ordcred~ Overtime Salaries: The 'Chairman brought to the attention of the Commission the letter received by the Washington County Commissioners stating that the overtime salaries requested for thos,e staff attending meetings between October 1 and February 15,1977 was approved. Budget Transfer for A.loP.Membership: On a motion by Mr.Herbst and seconded by Mrs.Whitcomb,the Commission vot.ed to request from the County Commissioners a transfer of $375 from line item of budget for legal services to the line item of the Budget for Other to cover the cost of annual membership dues and test exam cost for the professional planners on the staff.So ordered. Zoning Ordinance ReErinting: On a motion by Mr.Nigh and seconded by Mr.Herbst,the Commission voted to fonvard a request to the County Commissioners asking fOl: additional copies of the Zoning Ordinance to be printed due to the public demand.So ordered. Staff InterEship: -'~--.--.--_.-'---~- On a mot:ion by Mr.Sali tsky and seconded by Mrs.whi 'tcomb,t,he Commission voted to send the letter accepting Mr,James Wade for internshipt.o the staff during the fallsemister.So moved. Detent:i.Oll Cell'ter: ~~~-._-,._----~--,~-_._~--." Mr.James Witherspoon,Associate Planner,appec,red before the COIYU1\ission wi·th the request for their concurrance on continuing participab.on of the Detention Center '1'ask Force as long as there is no interference with the 701 scheduling. The Commission concurred to leave ·the decision of the time spent on special projects to the discretion of the Executive Director. Cool Hollow Estates On a motion by Mr.Nigh and Seconded by Mrs.Whitcomb,the Planning Conunission voted to bring up again for discussion the pla·t submitted for Cool Hollow Estates.So ordered. Following a lengthy discussion on all aspects of the development, the Commission took no action. MEETING DAJrES: Special Meetings are scheduled for the Planning Commission to discuss the update of the Comprehensive Plan for the following dates: May 9,1977,May 16,1977 and May 23,1977 all to start at 7:00 P.M. AD,JOURNMENT: On a motion by Mrs.Whitcomb and seconded by Mr.Salitsky,the Commission voted to adjourn the regular meeting of the WashingtonCounty Planning Commission at 11:35 P.M.So ordered. /"\/~J!;rj;htolrl .b2 //..CI1JIAJ Donald R.Frush,Chairman ~-----._-~ ""~C\~=~ ~ A Special Meeting of the Washington 'County Planning Commission was held on Monday,May 9,1977 at 7:00 P.M.in the second floor conference room of the County Office Building. Present were:Chairman );)ona-rd'R.Frush,Vice-Chairman John C,Herbst, Terrance 1'1.Bache,W.Keller Nigh,Sidney Sali tsky,Barbat';",'G.Whitcomb and Fred H.Younkins.Staff:Executive Director Jack S.Hawbaker,Planning Director Alan R.Musselman,Associate Planner James B.Witherspoon,Associate Planner Robert B.Garver and Marion Snyder,Secretary.Peggy Costian reporting for the Daily Mail. The meeting was called to order at 7:05 P.M. Prior to beginning the meeting,Mr.Nigh,on behalf of the Board of County Commissioners,presented a certificate of merit to Mrs.Barbara Whitcomb in recognition of her dedication in serving as a member of the Planning Com- mission.~Irs.Whitcomb has submitted her resignation to become effective May 15.The Commission alsb again expressed their reluctance i]1 accepting her resignation and their gnititude for her valuable and generous contri- 'bution to the County's planning program and acti vi ties. SUBDIVISION PLAT:Roger Heese: Due to adverse comments submitted by the County Engineer relative to location of the driveway as pertains to site distance,the Commission in previeus con- sideration of the subdivision had agreed to review the site in the field prior to further consideration of the plat. Based upon the field inspection conducted this date at 6:00 P.M',and de- termining site distance to be adequate,tile Commission voted,on a motion by Mrs.IVhitcomb and seconded by ~lr.Salitsky,to grant approval to the plat for Roger Heese as presented.So ordered. COMPREHENSI\~PLAN FO~r: ,' In a discussion of what elements are to be included in the Comprehensive Pl8n under the requirements of State law and the scope of services as pertains to the contract with the Department of State Planning,it was the concensus of the Commission that it should again be pointed out to the County Commis- sioners the necessity of including the Areas of Critical State Concern element in the update of the Plan.Also discussed was whether omiSsion of this element would render the Plan illegal,and 'if substitution of Special Plmlning Areas would comply with and satisfy the requirements of the contract, and,as pertains to State law,of seeking a legal opinion in regard to requirements of Article 66B. The Commission voted to authorize the Chairman to appoint a committee of at least'two members to discuss the legal ramifications of the exclusion of the requirements of Article 66B,Section 3.05 (a)(7)from the development and revision of the County Comprehensive Plan with the County Administrator. Motion by Mr.Salitsky,seconded by Mr.Bache.Mrs.Whitcomb voted "Nay'.' So ordered. The Chairman appointed himself along with Mr.Bache for the aforementioned meeting with the County Administrator at the earliest practical date.So ordered. The Executive Director inquired if the Plan format W'1S ,satisfactory to the Conunission in the manner which it has been prepared thus far and if it \\1as felt that it h'as in confoTmance with the contract and the requirements of State law. Following discussion of what should be included in the Plan as pertains to the Solid Waste Plan,Transportation Study and Water and Sewer Plan ,the COJJJmission voted,on a motion by Mr.Bache,and seconded by Mr.Salitsky to delay the Solid Wasto Element and Special Planning Areas until it is determined legally as perUlins to the Special Planning Areas and funding as pertains to the Solid Waste Element.So ordered. -) ,;) LAND USE ELEHI,NT:Economic Development Section: ,1~~.' The Commission voted,on a motion by Mr.Bache and seconded by Mr.S"Iitsky, to 'approve the Economic Development 'Segment of the Land Use Element and incorporate it into the notebook.So ordered. HOUSING ELEMENT: Following review of the first 5 pages of the HOLlsing Element,the Conunission asked that the HOLlsing Element be placed on the agenda for the next meeting wi th the recommendation that representation [md input be incorporated from the mobile home and modular home industries. SUBDIVISION ORDINANCE AMENDMENTS: The Chair requested that a proposed Subdivision Ordinance Amendment and Rezoning Cases be placed on the agenda for consideration at the next meeting. AD,]0URNMENT :-,---- The meeting was adjourned at 10:30 P.M. tO~J4 II?.Q/1/VwADonaldR.Frush,Cha'~l""r-m-"a'--n--~------- ---"-~ C""~ C\, ~ ~ ~ A Special Meeting was held by the Washington County Planning Commission on May 16,1977 at 7:00 P.M.in the second floor conference room of the County Office B\1ilding. ....-~_..--~ Present were:Donald Frush,Chairman;John Herbst,Vice-Chairman; Sidney Salitsky,Member;Keller Nigh,Member;Fred Younkins,Member; Terry Bache,Member;Barbara Whitcomb,Member.Staff:J'ack Hawbaker, Executive;Alan Musselman,Planning Director;James Witherspoon, Associate Planner;Verna Brown,Secretary. Also present was County Commissioner Lee Downey. The meeting was called to order at 7:00 P.M. OTHER BUSINESS: Subdivision Ordinance Amendments On a motion by Mr.Salitsky and seconded by Mr.Younkins,the Co~,ission voted to approve the proposed subdivision text amendment for section 308.2K with the changing the word shall to will in the first line. So ordered. On a motion by Mr.Sali tsky and seconded by Mr."Nigh I the Commission voted to delete section 4.05.12E of Article 4 relating to the ratio requirement.So ordered. On a motion by Mr.Nigh and seconded by Mr.Salitsky,the Commission voted to advertise for public hearing,to be held on June 13,1977, the proposed Subdivision Ordinance Text Amendments.So ordered. Pro~ram Schedule The Executive Director gave an update as to the scheduling of the Plan Update and pointed out the time limits and reminded the Commission of the schedule of meetings. On a motion by Mr.Salitsky and Seconded by voted to hold special meetings as needed to for the update of the Plan For The County. Mr.Younkins, help meet the So ordered. the Commission deadline Capital Improvement Program On a motion by Mr.Herbst and seconded by Hr.Salitsky I the Commission voted to have the'Staff prepari3 the 'Capital Improvement Program for their review at the next regular meating.,So ordered. COHPREHENSIVE PLAN Hr.James B.Witherspoon,Associate Planner informed the Commission that,the Housing Element draft will be prepared and ready for the Commission's review by the end of May. Land Use Element -Residential Growth Section Mr.Alan R.Musselman,Planning Director,gave a'presentation of the Residential Land Use Policy -1st draft to the COlmnisison and asked for their concurrance. After much discussion the Commission concurred to have the Planning Director revi.se t.he chart and to contact.the Chairman to set up a meeting dat:e to discuss the revision. ~£i.2~ent;. On a motion by Mr.Sal'l:isky and sc,conded by !"Ir.Younkins,the Commiss ion voted to adjourn the special meeting at 11:00 P.M.So ordered (-)f-/' --.!c::e:t:.'£~~4)!.:..4/~~,---=,_.__ Donald jz.Frush,ella lrlll;)n A Special Hcetlug of the Washington County Planning COllllllission \'015 held on Wednesday, .June 1,19'1'1,at 7:00 P.M.in the second floor conference room of the County Office Building. Present w'~re:Chairman Donald R.Frush,Vice ..Chairman John C.Herbst,Terrance W. Bache,Linda H.Danie Is,IV.Keller Nigh and Fred H.Younkins.Not present: Sidney Salitsky.Staff:Jack S.Hawbaker,Executive Director,Alan R.Mm;selman, Planning Director,,James B.Witherspoon,.Associate Planner and Madon L.Snyder, Secretary.Peggy Costian represented the press. The meeting \;as called to order at 7 :00 P.M. For the record,the Chairman welcomed Linda Daniels who \;as recently appointed to the Commission to fill the unexpi red term of Barbara Whitcomb. CORRESPONDENCE: Letter of Extension -IV.Preston Howard Subdivision:-- A memorandum was read from J.Harold Seibert in which it \;as requested that a sixty (60)day extension be granted for W.Preston Howard to allow for further revisions to the plat to satisfy the requirements of the County Engineer. On a motion by Mr.Herbst and seconded by Mr.Younkins,the Commission voted to grant a sixty (60)day extension of time for consideration of the subject plat. The extension of time will expire on August 3,1977,by which time the plat will be considered by the Commission.So ordered. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN:-- Printing Costs and Printing Schedule and Program Review Schedule: In a discussion of printing costs and materials that will be required in the update of the Comprehensive Plan,in particular the Land Use Map,and the schedule' for review of these Plan elements,it was determined that the Commission is not ready to program any monies of any sort at this point in time,until it is known to what degree it is known what will be acceptable in revision of the Plan,and at the same time,keeping in mind the requirements of the 701 contract. On a motion by Mr.Herbst and seconded by Mr.Younkins,the Commission voted to proceed with the items on the agenda.So ordered. Land Use Element -Residential Growth: Pursuant to a request by the Commission at the meeting of May 16,the Conunission considered pOlicy alternatives in regard to proposed Agricultural Industry classifications. The Planning Director recommended that .2 dwelling units on parcels of record be established with the exception of 10 lots for all parcels of record of SO acres or less,with no minimum lot size;and policy No.VIII,the graduated application fee in agricultural areas. On a motion by Mr.Herbst and seconded by Mr.Bache,the Cormnission voted to proceed with the same density as now stands in the agricultural classification, which is that maximtun densities should not exceed 1 unit per gross acre,and there should be established no minimum lot size in agricultural industry clas- sification.So ordered. C.LP. The Chairman requested that a draft of the Capital Improvements Program be pre- pared for Commission consideration at the next regular meeting. HOUSING PLAN: It was requested that a meeting be tentatively-arranged between the Commission and the Housing Advisory Committee for next Tuesday morning. ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 10 :40 on a motion by Mrs.DanieA So ordered.(\/i:LiX~<210 :<J~~ Donald R.Frush,Chairman ....--The regular meeting of the Washington County Planning Commission was held on Monday, June 6,1977 at 7:00 P.M.in the second floor conference room of the County Office Building. Present were:Chairman Donald R.Frush,Vice-Chairman John C.Herbst,Terrance W. Bache,Linda H.Daniels,W.Keller Nigh and Fred H.Younkins.Not present:Sidney Salitsky.Staff :Executive Director Jack S.Hawbaker,Planning Di rector Alan R. Musselman,Associate Planner and Executive Secretary,Marion Snyder. TIle meeting was called to order at 7:05 P.M. MINUTES: Upon consideration of the minutes of the meeting of May 2,1977,the Chairman pointed out the need for corrections on pages 3 under 701 Program-Revised Schedule ffild page 5 under Detention Center.Page 3 revised to read:.,."received from the State with a check in the amount of $3,180,or 50 %payment on 40 %of the contract total.".Page 5,change the word "description"to"discretion".The minutes were then accepted as amended,on a motion by Mr.Nigh,seconded by Mr.Younkins.So ordered. On a motion by Mr.Younkins,seconded by Mrs.Daniels,the Commission voted to include on .the agenda for consideration,Beaverbrook Subdivision,Plats approved under the 0')administrative policy,arrangements for the Special Breakfast Meeting on June 7, C"':J office conditions submitted by the staff,letter from EDC,letter from the Hagerstown C\I Garden Club and letter from the Advisory Board.So ordered. t:Q ~COMMUNICATIONS: ~- Asad Ghattas: A request from Mr.Asad Ghattas was considered in regard to a variance from the Highway Plan for distance required between access points on a secondary road.Having determined that the lot in question is recorded and therefore a buildable lot,the Commission recognized that no action was required on their part . .Paul Deeds: A request was heard hom Mr.Paul Deeds in regard to Section 405.l2B of the Subdivision Ordinance for a trans fer of land to an.immediate family member consisting of 6.63 acreS off Draper Road,to be served by a 50 ft;right of way. On a motion by Mr.Nigh and seconded by Mr.Herbst,the Commission voted to grant the request for a variance under Section 107 of the Subdivision Ordinance.So ordered. Frederick Hirrlinge~: On a motion by Mr.Herbst and seconded by Mrs.Daniels,the Commission voted to grant relief under Section 107 as a hardship and not to an immediate family member,for conveyance of a lot served by a private right of "ay off Harpers Ferry Road,,lrovided that the deed and the plat bear a statement to the effect that the County will be absolved from building and/or maintaining said road.So ordered. Robert Davenport: A request was heard from Mr.Robert Davenport in regard to relief from the requirments of the Subdivision Ordinance relative to Section 405.12B to permit conveyance of a lot in order to build a smaller house,which "ill be served by a private lane. On a motion by Mr.Herbst and seconded by Mr.Younkins,the Commission voted to grant approval of the conveyance under Section 107 of the Subdivision Ordinance, subject to the plat and the deed bearing a statement to the effect that the County \vollid be absolved from building and/or maintaining the private right of way.So ordered. Daniel Horst:-----_._- Upon consider'J..tion DE a request from Daniel H.Horst in l~efcrcnce to ,1 varinnce to the property access rcstTictions for a prilil~lI'Y highlV~;Y}the Commission voted)Oil a mocioll by Mr.lIerbst,SCC()lldod by Mr.Bac]lc,to grul1t tile request for single lot aCC0SS to iJll imlllcdLltc family member undcr the pl'(jvisjon~·,of Suct.ion 107 of the Subdivision Ol'din:.mcc"as idcmt:ificd on plat No.1()tJ18.So o.rd:)rod.M:.r.Ni.gh vot{:,d "j\fi.ly',.11 Le t _t c ~~_.0 (_!?..:~_<:Il~;.~_O n~l'j.me _,..fo r'P ~~l,!.:!_~ On a motion by Mr.Bache and seconded by Mr.Herbst,the Commission voted to grant a thirty (30)day extension of time for consideration of the following plats:Susan Cruze,extended to July 15,1977;Harry E.Gross,extended to August 9,1977;Benjamin Weller,extended to June 21,1977; OLD AND UNFINISHED BUSINESS:..-- Flood Plain StudLes,-No new report. NEW BUSINESS: f'tl'.l.tal Improveme!lts Pl.:9jSram:.. Following discussion of preparation of a Capital Improvements Program,the Commission voted to ask ~lr.Nigh to point out to the County Co)mnissioners the problem that the Commission has had in preparation of a realistic program because of lack of input from various County municipalities and agencies and that the staff therefore will take no further action in this regard. Motion by Mr.Bache,seconded by Mr.Younkins.So ordered. )lats Approved Under Administrative Policy: Simplified:Lewis Elhoff,May 6,1977;Harry C.Younker,Jr.,May 6,1977; J.Maury Werth,Lot 4A,May J.O,1977;J.Maury Werth,Lot SA,May J.O,J.977; Thelma Brown Troup,May 11,1977;Alexander B.Horvath,May 12,1977;.John R.Mi lIeI',May 16,1977;Sharon W.Shantz,May 17,1977;Robert Shipley, May 18,1977;Donald E.Weller,May 18,1977;Phares S.Horst,May 23,1977; Walter R.Stouffer,~lay 27,1977;Lillie V.Baker,June 1,1977. Development:Stanley Schetrompf,May 5,1977;J.Rodger Heess,May 9,1977; Donald L.Braqunier,May 16,1977;Clarence Kefauver,Jr.,May 23,1977; Karen E.I-l¢stmaelingen,Parcel C,May 26,1977;Daniel J.Martin,June 1,1977; Daniel J.Martin,June 1,1977;Leo W.Cohill,June 1,1977;Charles F. Rankin,June 3,1977;Gerald M.Gifft,June 3,1977;Karin Eo H¢stmaelingen, Lot 8,June 3,1977;George D.Barthlow,June 3,1977;Daisy Taylor,June 3, 1977;Crow Hollow,Lot N,June 6,1977;Joseph S.Brown,June 1,1977. Hubbard Acres,Final Approval: Noting that on a motion plat file. all conditions by Mr.Herbst, So ordered. for approval have been met,the Commission voted, seconded by Mr.Bache,to grant approval to the B!eakfast Meeting: On a motion by Mr.Herbst and seconded by Mrs.Daniels,the Commission voted to pay the costs of the breakfast meeting which is scheduled to be hAld with the members of the Housing Committee at 7:00 A.M.on June 7.Funds will be ex- pended from line item 28-429-000 of the Commission budget.So ordered. Staff Report from Staff Members: A memorandum was read from the Planning staff relative to the poor working environment in the County Office Building,relative to the design of the building which lacks outside light,fluctuating temperatures due to faUlty air conditioning and heating,and other undesirable conditions. The Commission,in recognlz1ng the letter,asked tents of the letter to the County Commissioners. seconded by Mrs.Daniels.So ordered. Letter from EDC: that Mr.Nigh bring the con- Motion by Mr.Younkins, The Chairman read a letter from Mr.Lee Po.ttf'F-field,Director of the Economic Deve lopment Commission,in which appreciation was expressed for preparation of the Economic Development Administration's Application for Water and Sewer Facilities for the Interstate Industrial Park totaling $350,000,which was possible through cooperation of the Commission in providing services of Associate Planner Robert Garver. c-;; C>":: ~ tJ:.:l ~ SUBDIVISION PLATS: Beaverbrook Subdivision,Sections C and D: ,--~....-- The Chairman brought to the attention of the Commission that the plat applica- tion for Beaverbrook Subdivision,Sections C and D had exceeded the thirty day limit for Commission consideration and stated for the record that the subdivision is deemed to have been approved by default as provided for in Section 314.3 of the Subdivision Ordinance. Cool Hollow Estates,Final Approval: Noting that conditions in regard to requirements of the Health Department on the preliminary plat have been satisfied,the Commission voted,on a motion by Mr.Bache,seconded,by Mrs.Daniels to grant Final Approval.So ordered. Elizabeth Young,Preliminary and Final Approval: The Commission voted,on a motion by Mr.Nigh,seconded by Mr.Bache,to grant Preliminary and Final Approval to the one lot conveyance,which is served by a private road,to an immediate family member under the provisions of Section 107 of the Subdivision Ordinance.So ordered. Fort Frederick Estates,Simplified: Mr.Frush removed himself from the Chair during consideration of this partiCUlar plat,declaring a conflict of interest since he is the property owner and asked Mr.Herbst to Chdr this portion of the meeting. The Planning staff report was read in which they recommended disapproval of the simplified plat under Section 202 which states that the plat is not for development purposes,and recommended that the plat should be submitted in the regular manner as a preliminary subdivision plat for development. It was stated by the owner and his representative Mr.Weikert.that the plat had been prepared for conveyance only and not for development..It was also stated that deed restrictions prevented any further subdivision of the platted lots which are intended merely for sale of the property. Following discussion of the intent of Section 317.1 of the Subdivision Ordinance in regard to simplified plat process,the Commission voted,on a motion by Mr.Bache,seconded by ~lrs.Daniels,that the plat as submitted be rejected and directed that it be jJrocessed in the regular manner as a sucdi vision for development purposes.So ordered. At this point,Mr.Frush again took the Chair. D0!1ald Kriner,Re~st for IVai vel'of Subdivision Requirements: Sillce Mr'.;Criner had made only a'verbal request for waiver of the Subdivision Requirements under 107 in regard to a proposed subdi visi on served by an existing right of way situated in a Highway Interchange District,and did not appeal'to reiterate his request to the Commission,the Commission voted,on 'a motion by Mr.Herbst,seconded by Mr.Younkins,to place the matter on the agenda for the next meeting if there is an official request to consider same. So ordered. Lett~r from_I·laE~Tst0"0.~_GaTden Club: A letter was Tead fTom the ChaiTman of Civic Concern of the Hagerstown Garden Club expressing an intero3t in the management of the Edge\vood Reservoir \\latershcd, uTging more stringent requirements for development in the watershed and no building of new roads or paving of gravel roads wi thin the watershed and that a \vatershed dist,Yict be designated in t.he Comprehensive Plan. On a motion by ~!r.Herbst,seconded by Mr.Bache,the Commission voted to acknO\II1cdge the;cor:rcspondcnce hith aS$1..U'aHCC:that the watershed ,ll~eas would be considered "iI,the update of t.he Plan.So ordered. Younkins,Mr.Herbst was nominated no further nominations from the Chairman were declared closed. On ~.l motion by Mr.Bache,seconded by i'vtrs.Daniels)the COllllllission VGtc(l to direct the letter to Mr.G:,rver's personnel file through County Administrator Barry Teach.So ordered. '=.etter f,rom the Advisory Board to the Pla!1ninfLCo~-'.is.':l.ol~: A letter was read from Mr.William Wolford,Chairman of the Advisory Board to the Planning Cornmission,in which concern was expressed Telative to tl'lc 5101'progress being experienced in tire updating'of thc Comprehensive Plan for the County. On a motion by Mr.Nigh and seconded by Mrs.Daniels,the Commission voted to direct the Executive Director to prepare a reply to the Advisory Board to state in effect,that it is the position of the Commission to take a more involved part in the development of the Comprehensive Plan,thereby taking longer in the process.The Commission appreciates the concern of the Advisory Board and is desirous of their continued involvement and suppert. So ordered. OTHER BUSINESS: -bIectlon oTlJfficers: Mr.Frush read a statement intended for inclusion into the official record to_the ,effect that he does not wish to be reelected as Commission Chairman at this time.(By reference to Commission flIes.) f'Qllowing discussion of ballot vote or nomination from the floor for the election of officers,:it was the concensus of the Commission that election be held in accordance with the provision of the Commission ByLaws as set forth in Article V. Mr.Bache nominated John Herbst for the office of Chairman which was declined because of inability of maintaining close contact with daily office activities. Mr.Bache was nominated from the floor on a motion by Mr.Herbst,seconded by Mr.Nigh.Hearing no further nominations for the office of Chairman,the nominations vlere declared closed on a motion by Mr.Herbst,seconded by Mr. Younkins.So ordered. On a motion by Mr.Bache,seconded by Mr. for the office of Vice-Chairman.Hearing floor,nominations for the office of ViceSooraered. On a motion by Mr.Herbst,seconded by Mrs.Daniels,Marion Snyder was nomi- nated for the office of Commission Secretary.There being no other nominations, the office of Commission Secretary was declared closed on a motion by Mr.Bache, seconded by Mr.Herbst.So ordered. Each of the officers so elected was present and thereupon accepted the office for which he was elected. By way of explanation of the departure from the former first meeting in April stipulated in the Commission bylaws as election of officers for the copling year,it was stated that the bylaws were amended last year to coincide with and carry through,the CommissiQn's fiscal year budget. MEETING DAJE~ .June 7,1977 -7 :00 A.M.-Breakfast Meeting June 13,1977 -7:P.M.-Rezoning Hearing ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 9:30 P.M. ....---. ~' r1J 9 f)(;til /I~,)K)/I"rJ 00\:<./'.A}/Y'(A Donald R.Frush,Chail1l;a:-n"'--'------ ._~~ An informal breakfast meeting was held on Tuesday,June 7,1977 at 7:00 A.M. at the Always Restaurant.The purpose of the meeting was to meet with the Housing Advisory Committee members to review the Housing Element for the update of the Comprehensive Plan,and discuss together,·the changes made to the study as the result of input by the Committee and other interested persons who have made comments and recommendations. CfJ ~ C\)c:o t:l.:J ~ Following review,conducted by Associate Planner Jim Witherspoon,further recommendations in regard to procedure from this point were to set up a small sub-committee to revie",the various sections of the study,to highlight the recommendation that the Housing Committee should not be disbanded on completion of this element,and that the group be notified of any future meetings of the Commission where specific items of interest to them are to be discussed. The meeting adjourned at 10:00 A.M. A Special Meeting of the Washington County Planning Commission was held on June 20,1977 at 8:00 P.M.,in the Conference Room of the County Office Building. Present ",ere:Terrance W.Bache,Chairman;Keller Nigh,John Herbst,FTed Younkins,Members.Staff:Jack Ha",baker,Executive Director;Alan Muss81man, Planning Director;and James Witherspoon,Associate Planner. The meeting was called to order at 8:00 P.M. The Commission reviewed the Housing Element from page 10 of the proposed draft ",ith James Witherspoon,Associate Planner presenting the proposal.Staff re- commended changes to the draft were also presented. TIle Commission directed that a general statement be added on page 1 of the introduction that addresses the problem of housing relating to overall in- flationary pressures of the economy. The Conunission directed that paragraph one on page IX-19 be stTicken,and that on page IX-2l an amendment be made refeTencing the specific pTovisions for the City of lIagerstown that already exist relative to the Human Relations Commission. Moved by Fred Younkins,and seconded by John Herbst that the draft be accepted for inclusion into the Comprehensive Plan book as tentatively approved subject to Commission approval of the required revisions. The meeting was adjourned at 9:30 P.M. /1 ..4 (7 _!UCCd-/ve:[J W QtJ-c.4cK ..T Terrance]V.Bache,Chairman ( A Special Meeting of the Washington County Plannill,g COlllwi.ssion w;;.s h(~ld on Monday,.JUll'2 27,1977 at 7:00 P.M.in the socond flocH'c.onfc'.n;nc.';.room of the County Office Building. Present wero:Cha,irman TeTl'anCC N.Bache,Vice-ChaiTUlan John C.Herbst, Linda Daniels,Donald R.Frush,Sidney Salitsky and Fred Younkins.Not present:IV.Ke ller Nigh.Staff:Executi ve Director Jack S.Hawbaker, Planning Director Alan R.Husselman,Assoc.Late Pl8.1mer James B.Witherspoon, and Harion L.Snyder,Executive Secretary. The meeting was called to order at 7 :00 P.H. ~IINUTES : On a motion by Hr.Salitsky and seconded by Mr.Younkins,the Commission voted to approve the minutes of the special meeting of May 16,as presented. So ordered, The Commission voted,on a motion by Hrs.Daniels and seconded by Mr.Younkins, to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of June 1,as presented.So ordered. NEW BUSINESS: Future Projects: The Chairm8.11 stated that he had asked the Executive Director to make a list of all proj ects and potential proj ects that he thinks we may have to do such as the Transit Development Study,Sewer Plan,etc.,and where the funding is to be provided and length of time involved in terms of planner time so that it will be knOlm what direction will be taken upon completion of the Comprehensive Plan update due to be €ompleted in August. Housing Element ..Final Draft: Page IX -8:Followtng a discussion of flexibility in planned growth areas as opposed to flexibility throughout the County,as stated in policy 1, the Commission voted .•on a motion by Mrs.Daniel.s,and seconded by Mr.Salitsky, to delete the descriptive wording of housing types,and instead of pointing out areas,add "in accordance with the Land Use Plan.So ordered. After review of ether changes made to the Housing element as a rosul t of Commission review,the Chairman requested that the recommended changes be made to the study and that it be placed in the notebook. Transit DeveloEment Program: Mr.Musselman explained that the County Conunuter System has an opel'ating budget that is supplemented by both State and Federal funds,80%Federal and 15%State Mass Transit Administration Funds.Future grants will be predicated upon the completion of a Transit Development Program in Washington COLmty.The Hass Transit Pl8.11,devoloped in 1975 by Fox and Associates now needs to be updated along with some new requirements.This study will be fundable along with 5%contribution locally which can be in-kind services which will be Planning staff contribution,and must be completed and be sent to the County Commis- sioners for their approval by January 1.A meeting will be held in early September in regard to undertaking this project along with consideration of others. Land Use Element -Draft No.1: Hr.Musselman reviewed the goals which have been adopted by the Commission after which a detailed review of the Land Use Plan in regard to the General Plan Hap,Urban Growth Al'ea,residential policy in Rural,Agricultural and Moutain Areas,and density factol's in the Rural Reserve and Agricultural classifications. ~.--~..... Following discussion of density factors in the Rural Reserve,Agricultural, and Conservation classifications,the Commission voted,on a motion by Mr. Sali tsky and seconded by Mr .•...flerbst to delete the minimtun lot si ze from all classifications except the Conservation and Open Space classification. Motion carried with Mr.Frush and Mrs.Daniels opposing. The Commission agreed that a special meeting should be arranged to the criteria for establishing the parameters of the Land Use Map. next meeting for consideration of the Land Use Element is July 18. review The MEETING DATES: July 11,7:00 P.M.Regular Meeting;July 14,Special Meeting,7:00 P.M., July 19,County Commissioners Meeting at Cascade School,7:30 P.M.and July 25,7:00 P.M.Land Use Environmental Resource Management. ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 10:35 P.M.on a motion by Mrs.Daniels and seconded by ~Ir.Sal i tsky.So ordered.'. /1 /://~~U~U(J ;;~/f(Q IV.Bache,C1'jfhman .._-..(Terrance f:!o C"":'C'l CC1~ ~ The regular meeting of the Washington County Planning Commission was held on Monday,July 11,1977 at 7:00 P.M.in the second floor conference room of the County Office Building. Present were:Chairman Terrance W.Bache,Linda H.Daniels,Donald R.Frush, W.Keller Nigh,and Fred H.Younkins.Not present:Vice-Chairman John C. Herbst and Sidney Salitsky.Staff:Executive Director Jack S.Hawbaker, Associate Planner Robert B.Garver and Marion Snyder,Executive Secretary. The Chairman called the meeting to order at 7:00 P.M. ADDITIONS TO AGENDA: On a motion by Mr.Frush,seconded by Mr.Nigh,the Commission voted to add to the agenda for consideration,plats foi J.Marvin Farrowal1d Wife,and -'--'Oak Ridge EstateS;'SectioI11:f;which were receiiredtnl.s-aafe:--'So-oraere'a.'-- ----_.,._~_._._,--".-.._----------,_.~.~_._-,-~_._-~---_....__.,--- Following discussion of the State's request fora change infhe Water and Sewer_._, Plan relative to the:Beaver Creek Fish HatcJiery~tfie-C-ommiSsi.onvote'cf-,-oii-i'- "mofIonbYMi':"NigJl;'selcondea'bY-Mr.Frush,that this not be placed on the agenda for consideration until such time that the County Commissioners have acted upon the request.So ordered. MINUTES: On a motion by Mr.Frush,seconded by Mr.Younkins,the Commission voted to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of June 6,1977.So ordered. 'On a motion by Mr.Nigh and seconded by Mr.Frush,the Commission voted to approve the minutes of the Special meeting of June 7,1977.So ordered. The Commission voted,on a motion by Mr.Younkins and seconded by Mr.Frush, to approve the minutes of the special meeting of June 20,1977.So ordered. On a motion by Mrs.Daniels and seconded by Mr.Frush,the minutes of the special meeting of June 27,1977 were approved as presented.So ordered. COMMUNICATIONS: Requests for Variance Under Section 107 of the Subdivision Ordinance: Everett J.Norris: Mr.Everett J.Norris appeared before the Commission requesting a variance to the provisions of the Highway Plan under Section 107 of the Subdivision Ordinance to convey a lot iiiu~t;;d()ff ~prtJili:l:Y:h:Cg~wa.Y'to~an'immediatefamily member. Mr.Nigh moved to.deiiy'acces'sas'shown on the plat on the basis that it does not meet the requirements 'erthe'Highway Plan.Mrs.Daniels seconded the motion. Motion carried.It was recommended that other solutions be explored with the Planning staff which might be in reasonable compliance with the Highway Plan. Kevin Robinson: Mr.Robinson not being present,the Commission delayed action until a later time. George F.Line: Upon consideration of a request from Mr.Line for a variance from the require- ments of the Highway Plan,Mrs.Daniels moved to grant approval of the residential access as requested.The motion died for lack of a second. On a motion by Mr.Nigh,seconded by Mrs.Daniels,the Commission voted to deny the request for access on the basis that it does not comply with the requirements of the Highway Plan.So ordered. Requests for Variance;Contd: Elmer Stone: Mr.Stone and his representative,Mr.Wagaman,appeared before the Commission with the request that a variance be granted as pertains to the requirements of the Highway Plan for a dual access point off a primary road. Following a lengthy discussion of the aspects of the Highway Plan,particularly lis.relates.to existing.access points,.the Commission voted tod~J!lL<:~o1];~~,d~E:_~.. .ati,()n,(j~_llll},-EIll.t,a~J~.lll.tEls.t(j (lc~ess_<l~_p!::i,J!1~ryhighways until the Commission can reach an understanding of that particular provlSion'oT-theplaii-:"'The Diotion was made by Mr.Frush,seconded by Mrs.Daniels.The motion was amended,on a motion by Mr.Nigh and seconded by Mr.Frush,to include waiver of the decision made in regard to the previous plats with an existing access and hold the request now under consideration in abeyance,because of the question of existing access,any any other plats received,for a period of two weeks,or less,until the Commission reaches a decision in this regard,at which time the plats will be reconsidered based upon that decision.So ordered. Subdivision Plats: Oak Ridge,Section D: <:r.J C':i N &:0 t:;U <:..:::l ()IJ.a.motion byMr~'Frush and seconded by Mrs :Daniels,the Commission voted to ..... grant PreiiminaiYApprovaCtot1ie'plat'applicifLon for 'OakRidge'Estates ~Section D.So ordered. NEW BUSINESS: Potomac River Flood Plain Study ..Water Resources Administration: .~:r ..-801:>ert .Norton ,·Wliter.)te.?ource::;Admil}i,strati9!L~ndMr.Sam Fong,CO:IJl.§..of Engineers, _.a.p'p'e<t.:red before.the c()l1Dnission on·behalfo{coioneJJg.tJler~LQ:i,~t:,!::i,~~I1&!n~_e'!_(jf thel3!llt:,imore District Corps of Engineers,to presenfj:'he fJ:r,sJ :r;~rt .on the flood plain study-6{thePotomac Riveito tlle'Pl an ning COffiJ!li.SSj.ClIl"The <:omplete . report is expected to be completed by September of this year. Fort Frederick Estates ..Ken Ritter: Mr.Ken Ritter of Settles Real Estate,appeared before the CommissionwiiJlan in'luiryal;,.pEl,rt,ai.ns to the Commissions position in regard torn~~,deveiopiiieIit along~theShanktown.and Garrison Ho llow Roads,since the County J31I.l~.iIl.ee:r...h~,,_ indicated that lleis not in agreement with anysubdTvisJ.on-development along ._.these roads.'...'",,-~..,...,..,..._,..,,.... Mr.Ritter was advised that the roads in the area are going to be ofmajor coIlsid.e:r- _ation as,pe.!.tll:i,~~~!£~anX,.qe.v,e~!~Il1en.t~:i:.n-=-,~he area.Ihe c:.ollintls.!'i.()I1.::i~ke(:Ltha:t...sp.eci£ic ..comments be obtainea from the County Engineer alonlLwi th all otheragencie.s_in,.the___. ...'::'__~~~f.e,wj)fO~liss~,...III.,r:Eig(lf~_to_t:I1'ElaevElIoper:~5'Ji,a.Ei.ng"ih e:~qit_:9:f:@gi~;u..ng::.the ,r9a<ls.,.. .M.J:.It.it.:tElJ:,was_llclvised that h<l.~J:10lllcl.IV()Ik wi th:the."g(junty Engineer toward a'-- ;;l3:tisJactoryll,greelllent wi !!Ith:El Countr.comm:l.Ssioners._... Request for Special Rezoning Hearing ..Bertie Grimm: _._S'ii{~~M:r.s:::_-=iiiIiiUll~~..Cliil d n~~a1:t end'the:~eetingdue t C;'ii ines:$,·Mrs.D:mieI s ae cepted .representation of the Commission to contact her and follow up with a letter informing of proper legal procedure. OLD AND UNFINISHED BUSINESS: Rezoning Cases -RZ-16l,RZ-162,RZ-163: Rezoning Case RZ-161: • On a motion.by Mr.Younkins,the Commi:sion voted to .recoJjURen(Capprovaf~ft~e change.from the A (AgricUltural)D~st:r:L<:~to~~(~es:L~~Irtl.a_lSUburb"an)"D1S"t.:'.=ct -=~='~:'Dase'd .upon'a DiE take'in 't'he"orli:i:nal ,z0!1i,J:IlL,---.!1£.......J':r,us h X<Lq uestJ"d.<llu.endment-o£_the._. --motloICEO's tal:e"l:li:at-il-rec6iiliif,jnoaflon of approval be forwarded t:Q...1he....J::o.!ID.t¥___.- '----COIIiilllSsi'CI!lers-arorlg-wTt:h'lrI't'COJlDllendat10n-tnat'Ehe"roa'dcorridor be addressed ,co'-·--prior,,·to'milKIilg·a-fiJia:loeciSion::'--M'rs·.-lJaniels seconded the motion.So ordered. (Transcript considered in total). Letter f~ollL HomeblJiIe:iers Association: A letter was read from Mr.Russell Keener,President of the Washington County Homebuilders Association,in which he expressed appreciation for the breakfast meeting held on July 7,which was sponsored by the Planning Commission and for the opportunity to participate in review of the Housing element. Letters of Extension of Time for Consideration of Plats: On a motion by Mr.Frush and seconded by Mr.Younkins,the Commission voted to grant the requests for an extension of time for consideration of the following subdivision plats: Susan Cruze -30 day extension to August 15,1977;Benjamin Weller -30 day ex- tension to July 21,1977;Harry Gross,Lot 2 -30 day extension to September 9, 1977;Conococheague Manor -30 day extension to August 23,1977;Walter Stouffer - 30 day extension to August 26,1977;Joseph Yingling -30 day extension to August 26,1977;Stone leigh Estates -30 day extension to August 17,1977; Robinwood,Section 'G'-30 day extension to August 26,1977.So ordered. Conveyances to Immediate Family Members -Administrative Authority to Approve: It was brought to the attention of the Commission that the "Subdivis;i0Il Ordinance. specifically provides for plats to be approved administraiively-fOr~onveyance· to members of the immediate family. On a motion by Mr.Frush,the Commission voted to grant staff administrative authority toa.pproveland transfers to an immediate family member as-provided for in the """. SUbdi"ijliOIlOrdinance,provide<l:t:ha.t al10ther conditions of-said-ordinance are met. !1otion seconded by Mr.Nigh .."So ordered. AJ~!LP.Qinted out._iUl.Lth~_lleed for astandardcertiflcation to-be.shownonthe---- -:-pl<1-t _t:.o"~][a.;I,idate t!J,e.conveYanceof parceiS"of"i"a.ilatoanlmmediatefamilymember ~~_!:eqlli:ree:i in Section 495_,H;I;~(~the§llbdiy'isi()nOrdillance. On a motion by-Mr-'-Frusll~·--sec-ondedbYMr.-Nigh~-1:heCommission voted that the plat statement be in accordance with the Subdivision Ordinance whereby it states to whom the transfer is made to clearly identify the family member as specified. So ordered. OLD AND UNFINISHED BUSINESS: Flood Plain Studies: On a motion by Mr.Frush,seconded by Mr.Younkins,the Commission voted to delete Flood Plain Studies from the agenda.So ordered. Rezoning Case RZ-162:Cascade Enterprises: .'TheCommission vote.4.,on a motion by Mr.Frush,seconded by Mrs.Daniels,to pr~seilfio·"ihe~C:g1lJlj:x.<::o!JlDli"sl(inerSthe··-f1ndln&-·oTfact"thai"-illere"has-beenno change"or mistake ,ane:ihave found-no eiii"deiice of avafi"a:oillty·-ci£"piifil:LC-fadlltfes·- in the area and therefore do not recommend the request be granted at this time. So ordered.(Transcript considered in total). Rezoning Case RZ-163:James True: On a motion by Mr.Younkins and seconded by Mr.Nigh,the Commission voted to recommend to the County Commissioners that approval be granted for RZ-163 for . _ c.hangle_f:rOllL"C·~"c.onsel'Va.tion"to "A"Agriculture fiildini£a"niIStake In the.original zoning since it is of agriCUltural use and adjoins agriCUltural classification. ::;0 ()J:~~l"E!~.;__JTE~:,Il~<:ri p:t.c0nj;i ~E~clJIl_t_otal). Subdivision Ordinance"Amendments: On a motion by Mr.Frush,seconded by Mr.Nigh,the Commission voted to for#ard to the County Commissioners,the Commission's recommendations for mnendment to the Subdivision Ordinance which are 1.Deletion of discussion on lot depth;and 2.acknowledgement on the plat by the subdivider that a water appropriation permit is required.So ordered. OTHER BUSINESS: ,~aITland Association of Counties S1.UlUUer Conference: It was brought to the attention-of the Commission'that the annual S1.UlUUer con- ~'''----1:erence-orthe Maryland Association of Counties wouldoilTI-eldiri"Ocean-cny- ---"---on-Augus t-I8;-T9..,-ana21r:---..---------"----------- The Executive Director was asked to review the minutes to see who is officiallY designated to represent the Commission and to determine the--cos't an,i"check --tiiE'- line item of the Commission budget to see if funds are available for those wishing to attend. Recording Equipment: It was brought to the attention of the Commission that additional microphones were required to record hearings and meetings of the Commission.Since there is no money in capital expenditures,the Commission voted,on a motion by Mr.Frush and seconded by Mr.Nigh,to prepare a letter to the County Commissioners requesting that such adequate recording equipment be made available.So ordered. Plats Approved Under Administrative Policy: (J-,) C'¢ C\! li'Q t:i.:l ~ Simplified Plats:Glenn E.Martin,June 7,1977;Charles'M.Strother,June 10, 1977;Irma E.Kline Blumenreich,June 10,1977;Irma E.Kline Blumenreich,June 10, 1977;Robert N.Myers,June 14,1977:Maxine K.Unger,June 14,1977:John R. Miller,June 16,1977;.H.Howard Barkdoll,June 20,1977;Conrad W.Varner, June 23,1977;Terrance W.Bache,June 23,1977:Crow Hollow,Lots 0 &P,June 24,1977:Helen Baker Kelley,June 24,1977:David W.Myers,June 28,1977; John A.Martin,June 30,1977:Robert E.Shobe,June 30,1977;Riley W.Hott, July 5,1977:Charles F.Rankin,July 8,1977:Leroy E.Myers,July 8,1977. Development Plats:Crow Hollow,Lot N,June 6,1977:Wayne E.Weber,June 7, 1977;Stanley Schetrompf,June 10,1977;Carl W.Hendershot,June 15,1977: Henry J.Moser,June 27,1977. Program Plan Schedule: Following discussion of the Plan scheduleas-perfa~risto-:tiiHillingthe__contract--- requirements by the specified deadline for-completiori;-thetomssion agreed to ... allow the September 1 deadline stand. MEETING DATES: ..__..J.I:I!L.!'!.:..:,:...Wa!.c:r ._~_<!..~~~.er I:l~m1lnt -7-:Q(j'P •.i;C~WorkshopandspeciaimeeHnT-wi th notification to all agencies involved.........___::.....:-:_-:...~~---:-:._._ _.J:U~y1.8-...:.!:ilihiaLa<::<::e§§_'ill~~Ii:~_1~_t:1.J.E:::!O revie_w PI an M8£....~oundary des ignations ... 4:40 P._M._CIenta:t:LyeL __,,.__.......__.._ July 19 -7:30 P.M.-County Commissioners meeting on Highfield Water. July 25 -7:00 P.M.Land Use Environmental Resource Management. For the record,Mr.Frush stated that the Chairman has his proxy vote in regard to new highway access to the effect that existing access is not considered a new access. ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adj ourned at 10:00 P.M. /'"' An.Executive Session followed. w Terrance W.Bache,Chairman The Washington Co~ty Planning Commission met in special session on Thursday,July 14,1977 at 7:00 P.M.in the second floor conference room of the County Office Building,for the purpose of reviewing the Water and Sewer Plan Element of the Compre- hensive Plan. Present were:Chairman Terrance W.Bache,Vice-Chairman John C.Herbst,Linda H. Daniels,W.Keller Nigh and Fred H.Younkins.Not present:Donald R.Frush and Sidney Salitsky.Staff:Executive Director Jack S.Hawbaker,Associate Planner James B.Witherspoon and Marion L.Snyder,Executive Secretary.Also present were: Milton McGauhey and Mike Armel from the City of Hagerstown Water Pollution Control. The meeting was called to order at 7:25. Water and Sewer Plan Element: Mr.Witherspoon explained that the Water and Sewer Element intended tobe included in the update of the Comprehensive PIan is 8;summary of theCo~ty'sadopte<;!.Watel:' and Waste Water Plan .."Water ,and Sewer Service A1:ea'Policies~aie'taken'directlYfrQI1l ...' the Plan,as well as poficyfor'Tiistallat:lon-ril-'iiieas'where'servJ:ce-IS"iiot'available. Pag",YIJ:.9:.._l'.aragraph to be added after paragraph 3,to the effect that interest should b~in protecting the environment and the safety of the public,and therefore, if capacity to serve exists and is cost-effective to accomplish,service should be provided regardless of who participates in the cost and regardless of benefit to the jurisdiction or who is the providing jurisdiction,with the goal being shared legal jurisdiction. Page VII-12:First paragraph,"the lagoon system of the Town of Funkstown". Third paragraph:Private and institutional systems ..•add Hunter Hill and Fahrney Keedy Home ... Page VII-IS:Delete discriptive criteria relative to alternate systems. Addnew paragraph to the effect that an active role should be thepoiicy of tEe COUI1ty_~~n developip._!tplli:e_rn:~~ives to:eptic:sys:t,ems and investfgaii.rig-'opportuniti~s for their use.The policy also apply1ng to dry sewer and water lines and develop1ng criteria for such use. Page VII-17:Comment from James A.Rooney.Priorities should be rearranged. Page VII-19:Administration:Policies:Consolidate Paragraphs to summarize to the effect that the Washington County Sanitary.Lawp.rov:ides that the Sanitary Com- mission have the authority to assume operations and maintenance of any public or community system.(Reference Sanitary District Law). Page VII-2.1:Recommendations:Sewerage System Management:Delete "feasibility" substitute "future"in accordance with the recommendations of the adopted 201 PJ.an •.Last sentence:.Cooperating.jurisdictions will establish criteria for ._<l:3,tablish,iI1g:~~i:i:~~~:r:~ili,?~e_r~:t.i.~Ii~~-ijl~i1tenance criteria,design on a joint basis. The Chairman directed that the requested changes be made to the Water and Sewer Plan for review at the JUly 25th 'comniissTorimeetiii'g.-.. ADJOURNMENT: rae meeting was adjourned at 9:25 P.M. e:t~ ~ ~ Wr.,:, A Special Meeting of the Washington County Planning Commission was held on July 18,1977 at 7:00 P.M.in the second floor conference room of the County Office BUilding. Present were:Chairman Terrance W.Bache,Vice-Chairman John C.Herbst,W.Keller Nigh,Sidney Salitsky,Linda H.Daniels,and Fred H.Younkins.Not present: Donald R.Frush.Staff:Executive Director Jack S.Hawbaker,Planning Director Alan R.Musselman,and Marion L.Snyder Executive Secretary. The meeting was called to order at 7:30 P.M. MINUTES: There being no additions or changes in the Minutes of July 11,1977,the Commis- sion voted..t.Q_rJ.~.QEt;tl.!em as presented on a motion by Mr.Younki!l~.arl~~eC:()Jl~e_d_-__by Mr.Salitsky.S-o-ordere(r.--------~-------------------··----------- On a motion by Mr.Herbst and seconded by Mr.Salitsky,the Commission voted to adopt the Minutes of the meeting of JUly 14,1977,as amended to include reference in the Water and Sewerage Plan,Page VII-14,to the listing of alternate systems and the policy of the County in the development of alternate sewerage systems. So ordered. OLD AND UNFINISHED BUSINESS: Highway Plan: The Commission,in previous action,requested that the staff prepare a basis for interpretation of the Highway Plan in consideration of exceptions to the Plan to allow for new residential lot access while at the same time preserving the function of the highway. The Commission agreed to interpret the NOTE at the bottom of the Highway Plan Standards page to mean existing lots of record at the time the Plan became effective on January 1,1976. The Commission further agreed to interpret the Highway Plan to mean that one new residential lot access may be granted in addition to the existing access,which is not intended to supercede the lot of record referenced in the Highway Plan Standards Note. Further,the Commission agreed that access intended as accesses for farm imple- ment access are not considered for purposes of the Highway Plan. The Commission agreed that upon adoption of policy in interpretation of the Highway Plan,notification of any change in the basis for these considerations shall be made immediately to engineers,developers and agencies involved in the subdivision plat process. The Conunissicm aSked that statements of policy be prepared In accordance wfihihe -a~ove-agreementof interpretation,and requested that persons whose-requ~'-sts have been held in abeyance until such time that such policy has been established, be notified that the Commission would consider their inquiries at the next meeting • .NEW BUS INESS'-- Comprehensive Plan -Land Use Element -Residential Growth __,:r:ri o~-to-th eiiiei'-tIng-;-tnec-6fujjiissi6ti--t6lired-if6jjje-orthe~areas··iht]j.e-CoUb.ty"for"whicn-.-. _densities hadbeenyrc'-posedby--tJ1e-s"taff :In:mepreparahofi-6F the LaM USe Plan --map which wUracc:ompanYl:he""t-amr--us-e""1rremehTofthe Comprehensive Plan.Following discussion of-the-determinantsused in·establishing densities and sources of.infor- mation used in determining these factors,the Planning Director asked for a sense of direction in accomplishing a conceptual approach to the Land Use Plan Map and getting it to the County Commissioners for their consideration.The Commission agrer~ that the conceptual approach should be continued,esta6IISh:lng Ie-gaIly disCf'''"-:::.:''kC boundaries for density factors. Water and Sewer Plan Amendment: On a motion by Mr.Herbst and seconded by Mr.Salitsky,the Commission voted to endorse the amendment of the Water and Sewer Plan at the request of the State to permit improvements to the Beaver Creek Trout Hatchery and the Clear Spring Outdoor School.So ordered. NEXT MEETING DATE: The next special meeting of the Planning Commission will be Monday,July 25,1977 at 7:00 P.M.in the second floor conference room of the County Office Building. The first item of business will be consideration of the Highway Plan.Persons with requests fory~ri:iIDs,~_J!1 this reg:i\rd will be notified ihi!tli.-efirequests-will be considered at 7:30.-_.__._-----------------_.--- ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 11:00 P.M. A Special Meeting of the Washington County Planning Commission was held on Monday, July 25,1977 at 7:00 P.M.in the second floor conference room of the County Office Building. Present were:Chairman Terrance W.Bache,Vice-Chairman John C.Herbst,Linda H. Daniels,Donald R.Frush,W.Keller Nigh and Fred H.Younkins.Not present: Sidney Salitsky.Staff:Executive Director JackS.Hawbaker,Planning Director Alan R.Musselman,Associate Planners James B.Witherspoon and Robert B.Garver and Executive Secretary Marion L.Snyder. The meeting was called to order at 7:05 P.M. Water and Sewerage Plan: Mr.Witherspoon summarized changes and modifications made to the Water and Sewer Plan element of the Comprehensive Plan as requested by the Commission.Following discus- sion of cost effectiveness of duplication of services as referenced on Page VII-19, the Commission requested that a revision be made as pertains to Sewerage Service Management and brought to the next special meeting for consideration. Highway Plan: In consideration of a basis for interpretation of the Highway Plan as pertains to new residential lot access,the Commission agreed to the following: One point of residential access shall be permitted in addition to the residential access allowed the existing lots of record as defined in the NOTE in the Highway Plan Standards of the Subdivision Ordinance as adopted on January 1,1976.Motion by Mr.Nigh,seconded by Mr.Frush.So ordered. Access generally regarded as farm implement accesses shall not be considered as accesses for purposes of the Highway Plan.Motion by Mr.Nigh,seconded by Mr. Younkins.So ordered. Under Property Access on the Highway Plan Standards,subdivision access shall be considered along with and the same as commercial and industrial access,and under that section, "no new residential lot access permitted"is not intended to prohibit subdivision or public street access.Motion by Mr.Nigh,seconded by Mr.Younkins.So ordered. The Commission agreed that upon adoption of policy in interpretation of the Highway Plan,notification of any change in the basis for these considerations shall be made immediately to engineers,developers and agencies involved in the subdivision plat process . •::-"'~mmission asked that the staff prepare the above :-agreecfulJOn interpretation of pollcy for ~"'n"r ~:ldoption,and in light of the agreed upon interpretation,the Commission reconsidered requests previously submitted in regard to residential lotaccess. Highway Plan,contd: George Line: The Commission voted,on a motion by Mr.Frush and seconded by Mr.Herbst,to aPPT9y ethe proposed conveyance oflO.l acr~off Md_,_Rt.34 and directed that it be processed administratively:So ordered.-- Elmer Stone: On a motion by Mr.Herbst,seconded by Mr.Frush,the Commission voted to approve the proposed conveyance of the 2 acre parcel to an immediate family member off Md.Rt.67.So ordered. Everett Norris: On a motion by Mr.Frush and seconded by Mr.Herbst,the Commission voted to approve the conveyance of land to an immediate family member,situated off Md.Rt.67, and asked that it be processed administratively.So ordered. Comprehensive Plan -Land Use Element: "'"~ ~~e The Planning Director explained the changes made to classifications and density ranges to the Land Use Plan as a result of the Commission's deliberation in previous meetings.The alternative presented is more general in nature and would serve as a guide to growth and development and the revision of ordinances.Several of the classifications have been combined and are intended to have overall densities estab- lished on the basis of a site by site analysis. On a motion by Mr.Nigh,the Commission agreed to proceed with the next phase of preparatio~of the Residential Growth segment of the Land Use Plan using the latest adaptation and recognizing that performance standards have to be established, and recognizing the environmental constraints which,have been established.Seconded by Mr.Herbst.So ordered. ADJOURNMENT: The meeting adjourned at 10:00 P.M. NEXT MEETING DATE: The next regular meeting of the Commission will be Monday,August 1,1977 at 7:00 P.M. ~~w~_ The Regular Meeting of the Washington County Planning Commission convened in the second floor conference room of the County Office Building on August 1,1977 at 7:00 P.M. Present were:Chairman Terrance W.Bache,Vice-Chairman John C.Herbst,Linda H.Daniels,W.Keller Nigh,Sidney Salitsky and Fred H.Younkins.Not present: Donald R.Frush.Staff:Executive Director Jack S.Hawbaker,Planning Director Alan R.Musselman,Associate Planner Robert B.Garver and Marion L.Snyder, Executive Secretary. The meeting was called to order at 7:00 P.M. SUBDIVISION PLATS: Shenandoah.'s Pride -Preliminary and Final Approval and Site Plan: The Commission,in consideration of the one lot commercial subdivision for a proposed warehousing and distribution of milk products,heard a staff report in which it was recommended that any further development of the site should be predicated upon preparation of a storm water management plan and reservation of a stormwater detention area. On a motion by Mr.Herbst and seconded by Mr.Salitsky,the Commission voted to approve preliminary and final subdivision approval to Shenandoah's Pride.So ordered. Site Plan -Shenandoah's Pride: On a motion by Mr.Nigh and seconded by Mrs.Daniels,the Commission voted to approve the site plan for Shenandoah's Pride.So ordered. Upon discussion of future development in the OakRidge Indtist:rial_Park and poten- tial stormwater runoff,the Commission voted,on a motion by Mr.Nigh,and.secQnded by Mrs.Daniels,to notify the owner/developer that the Commission !laE;~S:t::_lilpte.clthe Staff recommendation that any further development of lots be predicated upon the preparation of a stormwater management plan and reservation of a stormwater _ detentioll area as an assurance of environmental.prottlc.tion on the basis of the .....t _:r:e~Ulj,re.!llS!ntE;:Qf Section 19.S.of the~oning()r#:n.aI\(;e which deai~wi th-dElsign_::=:- stalldards_in the.t1:!!ghway Interchange District.So ordered. Robinwood,Section G -Preliminary Approval: Mr.Bache vacated the cl1-ii:r7during consideration of this_subdivision because of a possible conflict of interest.Mr.Herbst took the ,chair. I In review of the plat file information,the Commi ssi 011 heard a sta(:f.:rElPort in which it was recommended that lots 33 ,and 34 arid Tots',9 and 10 be consolidated because of sinkholes in the area,and a geologists report which stated it was felt that the sinkholes were stabilized. In response to the staff report}and-conce-:rns-expre,;sedby the Commission,the developer's representative,Mr.Whitsell,expressed a willingness to place a note on the final plat to the effect that additional studies would be conducted prior to any construction on the lots in question. On a motion by Mr.Nigh,seconded by Mr.Salitsky,the Commission voted to grant Preliminary Approval to Robinwood,Section G,based upon the Engineer'sag:reEl.DlEl!11: to conduct additional studies in the sink hole areas onlofs--9iliid fCland 33 and 34 prior to beginning any construction on the aforesaid lots.So'ordered. At thi.s-polnt~M:r-.--jjache':re-sUmed chairing tl1emeeHl'l.g:- OTHER BUSINESS: Development Plan -Martin's Food: ."cC",5.iJe:-ation of the Development Plan for Martin's Food,which has been sub- mitted in accordance with the "PB",(Planned Business)District,the Commission heard staff concerns in regard to traffic cirCUlation,water and sewerage service, and stormwater management.Also discussed was the proposed access from Longmeadow Road and the Maugans Avenue-Pennsylvania Avenue intersection,detention area on site B,bus shelter placement,and extension of Cambridge Drive. t::J;; C".:J C\l~ W ~ Development Plan -Martin's Food,contd: Mr.Cump,Engineer and Mr.Robinson,Attorney,appearing on behalf of the developer,asked that consideration be given to preliminary approval of the 8 acre site for Martin's Food only,and requested that a special meeting be arranged ·for consideration of the Site Plan,and preliminary and final approval as soon as possible. On a motion by Mr.Nigh and seconded by Mr.Salitsky,the Commission voted to approve the Development Plan subject to the fOllowing: 1.Passing lane on east bound Longmeadow Road according to the County Engineer's requirements;turning radiuses by both the State and County Engineer as required;and accelleration and decelleration lanes off Pennsylvania Avenue as required. 2.Drainage retention shown in Section D.No further subdivision approvals until Cambridge Drive is brought up to County standards,and Section B is not to be considered for any Site Plan review until the County Engineer's conditions are satisfied on the matter of the detention area. So ordered. The Commission voted,on a motion by Mr.Herbst and seconded by Mr.Salitsky, to consider the various plats for Martin's Food in a special meeting as soon as possible after such time that they have been prepared.So ordered. Site Plan -Fountainhead Plaza: Mr.Hawbaker brought to the attention of the Commission,a Site Plan submittal for Fountainhead Plaza,pointing out the various sections of Article 17 and Section 28.45Qf the Zoning Ordinance as it pertains to the Planned Business District classification,and stating that it was felt that the plan presented was more in keeping with that District than the General Business District for which it is zoned. Mr.Musselman stated that he did not concur with this opinion since there is nothing to limit this type of development in the General Business District. Mr.Urner,appearing as legal representative of the developer,quoted from "American Law of Zoning",which upheld the General Business classification for the development,citing other similar developments operating under the same classification,and asked the Commission to address the question,and at the same time,requested approval of the Site Plan. Following discussion of traffic patterns,proposed signalization of the inter- section of Club Road and Pennsylvania Avenue,and parking facilities within the development,the Commission voted,on a motion by Mr.Herbst,seconded by Mr.Salitsky,to consider the plan under the requirements of the Business, General District for which it was rezoned following public hearing.So ordered. On a motion by Mr.Herbst,seconded by Mrs.Daniels,the Commission voted to include the Site Plan for Fountainhead Plaza on the agenda for a special meeting as soon as the agency review is complete.So ordered. COMMUNICATIONS: Letters from Mrs.Florence Graff,Hagerstown Garden Club,and Mr.and Mrs. R.D.Corderman: Letters were read from Mrs.Florence Graff,Chairman of the Civic Concerns Committee of the Hagerstown Garden Club,and from Mr.and Mrs.R.D.Corderman,which ex- pressed concerns as pertahisf6 ths"l:'-dgemonf Wa.tershed area. The Chairman requested the Executive Director to prepare a letter to Mrs.Graff and Mr.and Mrs.Corderman,notifying them of the Commission's consideration of the special planning areas in the update of the Comprehensive Plan,and their intention of inviting those groups who have made comments in this regard to attend these sessions. I .c);;~ Q.\.J COMMUNICATIONS,CONTD: Requests for Thirty Day Extension of Time for Flats: On a motion by Mr.Herbst and seconded by Mr.Younkins,the Commission voted to grant a thirty (30)day extension of time for the following plats as requested: Benjamin Weller to September 21,1977;Susan Cruze to September 15,1977; Preston Howard to September 3,1977;Gerald Miller to September 30,1977; William L.Crum to September 21,1977;Clingan Hills to September 3,1977; Stoneleigh Estates to September 17,1977;Conococheague Manor,Section B, to September 23,1977;Joseph B.Yingling to September 26,1977;James A. Short to September 21,1977.So.ordered. OLD AND UNFINISHED BUSINESS: Certificate Statement -Immediate Family: A proposed Certificate Statement as pertains to conveyance of parcels of land to an immediate family member was submitted for the Commission's consideration. Hearing no motion for adoption,the .certificate statement remains as it is now being utilized._._--- Subdivision Ordinance -Highway Plan Standards: On a motion by Mr.Nigh and seconded by Mr.Herbst,the Commission voted to prepare the proposed context of notification to consultants of the policy for interpretation of the Highway Plan Standards for the Chairman's signature, and asked that it be clarified that the policy is not a part of the Subdivision Ordinance,but is an interpretation of the '<idoptElcl standards._So ordered. NEW BUSINESS: In response to a request from the staff as pertains to the purchase of MGS Maps to be utilized in the update of the Comprehensive Plan,the Commission instructed the staff to request estimates and indicate to the supplier that there may be an interest in obtaining copies at a later time. SUBDIVISION PLATS: Beaverbrook,Section C -Replat: On a motion by Mr.Herbst and seconded by Mr.Salitsky,the Commission voted to grant approval of Beaverbrook,Section C,subject to receipt of the County Engineer's recommendation in regard to removal of the drainage swale in writing. So ordered. Edward and Pauline James: Noting that the engineer had refused to submit a letter requesting an extension of time for consideration of the plat ,as 'pertains'''to Section 309 of the Subdivision Ordinance,and that the change required was a minor one,the Commission voted, on a motion by Mr.Herbst,seconded by Mrs.Daniels,to grant approval subject to change of the word "reservation"to "dedication"ifCilote-lroon-tlfepTat:S'O ordered. On a motion by Mr.Herbst,seconded by Mr.Salitsky,the Commission voted to grant final approval to the plat file,subject to the condition cited above. So ordered. Rezoning Schedule: It was brought to the attention of the Commission that the next rezoning hearing would be held on Monday September 19,instead of September 12,which is a State holiday. e- M Na:o W I;,:;J Letter from Mr.Salitsky: A letter was ..,read from Mr.Salitsky in which hesubmittedhis resignation from the Planning Commission due to health reasons. The Commission regretfully accepted the resignation and expressed their appre- ciation to Mr.Salitsky for his efforts on behalf of the Commission.It was requested that the County Commissioners be notified,asking._th~t the vacancy be filled as soon as possible.Mr.Salitskyexpressed his'w:i.llingnElss to continue to serve until the vacancy can be filled. MEETING DATES: August 8,1977 -7:00 P.M.-Special Meeting;August l?,1977 -7:00 P.M. Special Meeting;August 22,1977 -7:00 P.M.-Special Meeting;August 23, 1977 -7:00 P.M.-County Commissioner's Public Hearing -Rezoning;August 29,1977 -7:00 P.M.-Special Meeting;September 12,1977 -7:00 P.M.- Regular Meeting. ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 10:25 P.M.on a motion by Mr.Salitsky and seconded by Mrs.Daniels.So ordered. W-&~ Bache,Chairman :i • The Washington County Planning Commission met in Special Session on Monday, August 8;1977"at 7:00 P.M.in the second floor conference room of the County Office Building. Present were:Chairman Terrance W.Bache,Vice-Chairman John C.Herbst,Linda H.Daniels,and Fred H.Younkins.Not present:Donald R.Frush,W.Keller Nigh and Sidney Salitsky.Staff present:Executive Director Jack S.Hawbaker, Planning Director Alan R.Musselman and Marion L.Snyder,Executive Secretary. The meeting was called to order at 7:15 P.M. MINUTES: On a motion by Mr.Herbst and seconded by Mr.Younkins,the Commission voted to approve the minutes of the Special Meeting of July 18.So ordered. On a motion by Mrs.Daniels and seconded by Mr.Herbst,the Commission voted to approve the minutes of the Special Meeting of July 25.So ordered. On a motion by Mr.Herbst and seconded by Mr.Younkins,the Commission voted to accept the minutes of the Regular Meeting of August 1.So ordered. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN: Transit Development Program: Mr.Musselman brought to the attention of the Commission,correspondence from the Mass Transit Administration,including a draft of a request for Technical Study funding in reg<ircL to,cPF_eIJaration-ofa trans1t Development"Prograniror Washington CountYkg,nJLr~COI]!I!l~iJ.d;;d that°t"he mateiIiiTbe'forwaided '~~1h~e =-= CQ!U1tY.C:P[l11l1issiqne±s)'lttiJ._tJ'!LK~conimindati()J:U:hg,t a local "study management team be established in conjunctionwi1:h tiJ.estudy ........_---_.--.'-"..---__-----"._.._.-_.._-_----__---___.._--.....-----.._--~-. Following discussion in regard to the Planning Commiss~on's involvement relative to other commitments,and the manner by which the County Commissioners should be approached in the matter,the Commission agreed that the proposal should be forwarded to the County Administrator asking for his comments ,prior to making recommendations to the County Commissioners,and placed on the cOlDIDiss:ion ,'" agenda for the next meeting. Rural Residential Growth Draft: Mr.Musselman presented for review and comment,byth!!.(;ommission,the second draft of the Rural Residential Growth section which was prepared in the de- velopment of the Land Use element of the Comprehensive Plan. Following a discussion of policies in regard to new residential growth in the County,and density factors that were established after a physical characteris- tics review of various area,the Commission directed that detailed criteria be worked out for establishment of densities and brought back to the Commission for further consideration.Also discussed were possibility of establishing a Mobile Home Zoning District in the density contexts of various classifications and a proposed subdivision application fee system. Environmental Resource Outline: The Commission concurred with the outline presented by Mr.Musselman which has been prepared for the Environmental Resource Management section of the Plan . • ADJOURNMENT: On a motion by Mrs.Daniels and seconded by Mr.Younkins,the Commission adjourned the meeting at 10:15 P.M.So ordered. 0";) ~ N CO t:.x.:l ~ A Special Meeting of the Washington County Planning Commission was held on Monday, AU~lst 29,1977 at 7:00 P.M.in the second floor conference room of the County Office Building. Present were:Chairman Terrance W.Bache,Vice-Chairman John C.Herbst,Linda H. Daniels,W.Keller Nigh and Fred H.Younkins.Not present:Donald R.Frush. Staff:Executive Director Jack S.Hawbaker,Planning Director Alan R.Musselman and Marion L.Snyder,Executive Secretary. The meeting was called to order at 7:20 P.M. MINUTES: On a motion by Mr.Herbst and seconded by Mr.Younkins,the Commission voted to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of August 1,1977,as written.So ordered. The Commission voted,on a motion by Mr.Younkins and seconded by Mr.Herbst,to approve the minutes of the special meeting of August 8,1977,as written.So ordered. CORRESPONDENCE: A letter was read from Warren Sadow,Hagerstown Department of Planning and Community Development,dated August 11,in which it was requested that the City of Hagerstown be included in the review process as pertains to the Fountainhead Plaza site plan. It was brought to the attention of the Commission that the Executive Director had responded to this request with the opinion that since the proposed development does not lie within the City's jurisdiction,there is no legal basis for review and approval by that department.It was suggested that a meeting be arranged with the City of Hagerstown Planning Commissionjextendirig them the courtesy of receiving their commelltsin .regard to the site-plan proposal:---.. Fountainhead Plaza Site Plan: It was brought to the attention of the Commission that the Fountainhead Site Plan reached the 60 day limit for consideration on Friday,August 26.As a result, Attorney John Urner submitted a letter in which it stated that 101 Enterprises agrees to waive the 60 day requirement under Article 24.2 of the Zoning Ordinance and vol- untarily agrees to extend the time for consideration until September 10,1977, without conditions. SIMPLIFIED PLAT: Jones,et.al.: As a result of property lines being in error in the deed,Mr.Padula appeared before the Commission requesting relief under 107 of the Subdivision Ordinance in order to realign property lines for Jones,Clevenger and McSherry properties situated on Harp Road relative to right-of-way requirements. On a motion by Mr.Herbst and seconded by Mrs.Daniels,the Commission voted to waive the requirements of SecHon40S.l.Kuncierthe provisions of Section 107 of the Subdivision Ordinance to permIt-correction of the deed without having to deed land for dedication.So ordered. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN: Environmental Resource Management: For the record,position papers were submitted in regard to the Mdgemont Watershed by the Hagerstown Garden Club,League of Women Voters,and Mr.Donald R.Currier. Mr.Noel Spence,representing persons who live in the watershed area also commented. The Chairman pointed out that the review process is in the beginning stages as pertains to the specialplanning areas and stated that it was hoped that comments will be received froii!-iiJ:terestedparfie-s-as·pertains to -aIr aspects-of the plan areas. Environmental Resource Management,contd: Following a five minute recess,the Commission reconvened in a discussion of policy and recommendations as pertains to surface water management,watershed management techniques,and floodplain management.Also briefly reviewed were the sections on Land Resources,Air Resources and Water Resources.It was pointed out that the Commission will be meeting again to deal more specifically with these sections of the Plan MEETING DATES: September 6,7:00 P.M.-Regular Meeting;September 13,7:00 P.M.-Special Meeting; September 19,7:00 P.M.-Rezoning·Hearing;September 26,7:00 P.M.-Special Meeting. WATER AND SEWER PLAN RECOMMENDATIONS: On a motion by Mr.Nigh and seconded by Mr.Herbst,the Commission voted to include in the Water and Sewer Plan,recommendations as pertains to Water System Management and Sewer System Management.So ordered. ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 10:40 P.M. (j/IJ~ W.Bache,Chairman The regular meeting of the Washington County Planning Commission was held on Tuesday,September 6,1977 at 7:30 P.M.in the second floor conference room of the County Office Building. Present were:Chairman Terrance W.Bache,Vice-Chairman John C.Herbst,Linda H.Daniels,Donald R.Frush,W.Keller N!R~nd FrS'd,XQ1Jnkins.Staf£:Executive Direct orJack-ir;-Hawbiik-er,--Planning Oi rector Al all.R.,Musselman,__Assgs:iatsLPJ<tnuers J ames_B~_~Itl1er-:SIJo~n ',and Robert'Ii .Garve,l:,.and'Mari,on L,Snyder,..Exec1,ltiYe .Secretary. The meeting was called to order at 7:30 P.M. ADDITION TO AGENDA: On a motion by Mr.Frush and seconded by Mr.Herbst,the agenda was amended to include inquiries from Cora M.Burger and John Fager.So ordered. CORRESPONDENCE: Mrs.Cora M.Burger: A request was read from Mrs.Burger in regard to her propertyon Woodpoint Avenue which she proposes to subdivide •'The section of \'ioodpoint.AveIllie wh,ere, ,.._M;:s,...Burger'sproperty is .located Tscfe{cribed'in 'dee-dsasa-right ·of.waY-and as farii-s can-be deEermmea-;--lias--nevefbeen -crediCatecito 'the'County .The Com':: niiSsion cannot tiike action on the request unless the legal status of the road is ~determined. ~ ~0 On a motion by Mr.Frush and seconded by Mr.Nigh,the Commission voted to forward~the matter to the County Commissioners for their consideration and appropriate ~action.So ordered. John Fager: A request was made from Mr.John Fager for a variance of the provisions of the Highway Plan to perIllit conveyance of lancl,whichissituateaoiJ.theSriiitlisbui:g~ Leitersburg Road and'does nof meet'distance requirements;to,a.~:imm.e_d.ia't~'family member.'.'__0'''_'---- On a motion by Mr.Herbst and seconded by Mr.Younkins,the Commission voted to grant an exception to the requirements of the Highway Plan as itperliiins'to--'- .access'under Sect ion 107 of'.the Subdivision Ordinance,--asJ<iiig'thiirtvri:.·~·Fager-··c-._.,._~._.' ,-be notified that he should now proceed with preparatio'tiof a subdi'iifSlolf'plar in accordance with provisions of the Ordinance.So ordered. Overnight Transportation -Preliminary and Final Plat and Site Plan: Noting that the application meets all requirements for Site Plan submission and all requirements of review agencies for subdivision approval,the Commission voted, on a motion by Mr.Frush and seconded by Mr.Herbst to grant Site Plan approval. So ordered. On a motion by Mr.Frush and seconded by Mr.Herbst,the Commission voted to grant Preliminary and Final subdivision approval.So ordered. Giant Food Stores -Site Plan -Preliminary and Final Plat: In regard to correspondence from T .00 Merchant McDonald"Oliyer-ClJIDP ,and Associates,~~'--representi.ng'-'Gliint Food Stores,the Commission voted on a motion by Mr.Frush and seconded by Mrs.Daniels,to grant a 60 day extension of time for consideration of Preliminary and Final Approval and at the same time accepted a waiver of the 60 day requirement for site plan review under the provisions of Section 24.3 of the Zoning Ordinance.So ordered. Stoneleigh Estates: Mr.Douglas Bachtell,Oliver-Cump and Associates Inc.,representing Stoneleigh Estates,stated that he had met with the County Commissioners and Planning Staff to address the adequacy of Fairplay Road to serve the subdivision.The result of that meeting deterIllined that nothing can be done outside the limits of the subdivision to resolve the problem,and since having complied with ordinance requirements,he was therefore request1.ng-thatIiinalApproval be granted. Stoneleigh Estates,Contd: Amotionwasmad.rbyMr.Herbst,seconded by Mr.Younkins,to grant Final Approval i:oStoneleigh Estates subdivision.The motion did not carry with Mr.Frush,Mr. Nigh,and Mrs.Daniels voting "No". Following further discussion of the matter of adequacy of the road to serve the development and staff recommendations as pertains to Section 303 (2)and 314 (2) of the Subdivision Ordinance,the Commission voted,on a motion by Mr.Frush and seconded by Mrs.Daniels,to deny final approval of Stoneleigh Estates,based upon no acceptable plan on the part of the developer for the improvement of Fairplay Road.Motion carried with Mr.Herbst voting "No". It was suggested that a recommendation be forwarded to the County Commissioners that Fairplay Road be prioritized for improvements. Robinwood,Section G.-Final Approval: Mr.Bache vacated the chair at this point because of a possible conflict of in- terest.Mr.Herbst took the chair. Noting that all conditions and requirements have been satisfied,the Commission voted,on a motion by Mr.Frush and seconded by Mr.Younkins,to grant Final Approval to Robinwood,Section G.So ordered.Mr.Bache resumed chairing the meeting. C-v Development -Preliminary Approval -Final Approval: _~----·Mr:Hawhakersi:ate(Cfori:he-i.nfo-rmai:ion9¥ih~=~9nm;ission,that all review agencies ------ha(C glven-verhiTiipprovaF for-the-C:':Y-Oevelopment for C-V Transport Company,Inc. On a motion by Mr.Frush and seconded by Mr.Nigh,the Commission voted to grant Preliminary Approval to the plat file.So ordered. The Commission voted,on a motion by Mr.'Frush and seconded by Mr.Younkins,to grant Final Approval to the plat file upon receipt of written approvals from the various approving agencies.So ordered. Roy McC.Corwell-Preliminary Approval -Final Approval: ---It was.orougntto-the-attention o:CthE;-tommJ.Sslon-th-at-the--consuItanTforthe==~:=-~- ----~Roy/ilcC.Corwef 1:"2 --fofS-tlMlvEron .haeC dec fined to subiiii.t -the -requi.re,,!writtenrequest·- --foran-extension of time for consideration of the subdivision which wiiT-expi.reon ---- October 2,prior to the next regular Commission meeting. On a motion by Mr.Nigh,seconded by Mr.Frush,the Commission voted to notify the owner in regard to the extension of time letter.So ordered. The Commission voted,on a motion by Mr.Frush,seconded by Mr.Herbst,to grant authority to the Staff to.approveClr-dE~'prove-the-appHcatiCliladiriiriiStratiVEn:y. S~ordereer.---------------....-----.------~------------------------------.------------------ COMMUNICATIONS: Correspondence from Barry Teach -Transit Development Program: Correspondence was read from the County Administrator in regard to the proposal by the State that the County participate in the Transit Development Program to the extent of providing 5%staff input.The response from the County Commissioners indicated their approval of the County's share of the program and notification to the State of their action. Requests for Extentions of Time: Ona motion by Mr.Frush,seconded by Mr.Herbst,the followinllsubdivisions were granted atl1irty ..(3(ffday extension of-time-for--cons"{ii"erit:Lon--by-th~;cornm:i.ssi.on:-- Susan Cruze -October l5~-1977;Harry E.Gross -October 9,1977;Robert E.Shobe :- November 2,1977;Benjamin Weller -October 21,1977;Conocoche~gue Manor -October 23,1977;James A.Short -October 10,1977.So ordered. I:r.J O":l iN ::0 ~ e;:J Fountainhead Plaza -101 Enterprises -Commercial Shopping Center: The Commission voted,on a motion by Mr.Frush and seconded by Mr.Herbst,to grant a request for a sixty (60)day extension of time for consideration of the Preliminary and Final plat forcFountainhead Plaza and at the same time, accepted a waiver from John Urner,legal representative,of the sixty (60)day requirement for Site ·Plan~revlew-pursuant to the provisions of Section 24.3 of the Zoning Ordinance.So ordered.Also included in the motion was the agreement on the part of the Commission to consider the plat at a special meeting on either the 13th or 19th,_a':L~.llch1:_~Dle_1:1l.e_Jil_"is_<:0Dl~~ete._..- NEW BUSINESS: B &0 Railroad Abandonment: The Executive Director brought to the attention of the Commission that the Interstate Commerce Commission was holding public hearings on the proposed B &0 Railroad abandonment beginning on September 12,and asked whether the Commission desired to submit any testimony or not and if so what~lt~1:IJ.~~~v"_Pl"()l'0s~_ls_ar~~~()~"c~si~~l:ed. On a motion by Mr.Nigh and seconded by Mr.Frush,the Commission voted to submit the following recommendations in testimony:That the Commission supports the proposed alignment from Roxbury to Weverton and from the south limits of Hagerstown to Jefferson Boulevard;the segment of the abandoned alignment from its inter- section with Mem6rIal-!loulevardto its intersection with Jefferson Boulevard be reserved forpu6Tic use-through acquisition by the Maryland Department of Trans- portation;that the abandoned alignment from Roxbury to Weverton be reserved intact for pUblic use;and that the structures along the right-of-way and the right-of-way be maintained.So ordered. Meetings at Court House: Beginning October 13,the Commission will hold meetings in the second floor con- ference room at the Court House because of the Election Board's need for the conference room in the County Office Building. Stoneleigh Estates -Additional consideration: On a motion by Mr.Frush and seconded by Mrs.Daniels,the Commission voted to reference Sections 303 (2)and 314 (2)of the Subdivision Ordinance as the basis for disapproval of the plat.So ordered. ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 9:35 P.M. ~~L0.11~errance W.Bache,ChaIrman . The Washington County Planning Commission met in special session on Tuesday, September 13,1977 at 7:00 P.M.in the second floor conference room of the County Office Building. Present were:Chairman Terrance W.Bache,Vice-Chairman John C.Herbst,Linda H.Daniels,Donald R.Frush,W.Keller Nigh,William E.Wolford and Fred H.Younkins. Staff:Executive Director Jack S.Hawbaker,Planning Director Alan R.Musselman and Marion L.Snyder,Executive Secretary. The meeting was called to order at 7:00 P.M. SITE PLAN: Fountainhead Plaza: In previous Commission action it was determined that the uses proposed for the development did conform to the Zoning Ordinance as pertains to the "BG"District for which it is zoned.The staff pointed out that previous recommendations made in staff report relative to ingress and egress as pertains to the northern access have now been withdrawn.It was also pointed out that the County Commissioners have indicated a willingness to share in the cost of the proposed signalization at the Club Road and Pennsylvania Avenue intersection.In summary,the staff recommended that the Commission consider Sections 1.0(a),(b),(c),(e),and (g) of the Zoning Ordinance and Section 4.11 in making a determination. Mr.Urner and Mr.Miller,appearing on behalf of the development pointed out that the site plan does comply with the provisions of the Zoning Ordinance and has been approved by review agencies.Reference was made to Section 24.2 (c)of theOrdinance......--.- A letter from Robert Zeigler,dated September 9,1977 in which he expressed concern in regard to impact of the development on the U.S.11 traffic corridor,was read for the record.(By reference to the Site Plan file). On a motion by Mr.Herbst and seconded by Mr.Wolford,the Commission voted to grant approval to the Site Plan for Fountainhead Plaza/lOl Enterprises.So ordered. On a motion by Mr.Frush and seconded by Mrs.Daniels,the Commission voted to contact the appropriate State officials strongly recommending that a priority be placed on the capit~1_ill1Pl;Qvements necessary to correct the hazardous situation in the U.S:Route 11 .(Permsylvania Avenue)from Northern Avenue to Maugans·Avenue. So ordered..-- CORRESPONDENCE: Letter from Hagerstown Board of Water Commissioners: A letter was read from the Hagerstown Board of Water Commissioners,dated September 6,1977,in which it was recommended that the Edgemont Reservoir Watershed and the Smithsburg Watershed be designated as Special Planning Areas.Also,several recom- mendations were submitted for the protection and compatible use of the watershed lands.(Incorporated by reference to the Special Planning Areas section of the Comprehensive Plan Revision).Mr.Breichner,Superintendent of the Hagerstown Water Department,in clarifying recommendation (1)onJ'age 2,stated that it was felt that there should be no futurecoDuiierciar-deveiopmeni-or thi{wate£sned--Iancls:---- and referred to recommendation (6)iri regard to real estate tax incentives . ----it._was .•agreecl1:>y"·-fhe"CommissTonthatthesame-arrectIoii.-befolTowed-··iii--coilsrderafioli -of the Special Planning Areas as that used in other elements of the Plan,such as Housing,Transportation,etc.where the public and interested persons were involved •and participated in the development of these sections. On a motion by Mr.Frush and seconded by Mrs.Daniels,the Commission voted that the staff follow the same routing as Housing,Transportation ,andother elements of the Plan.So ordered.Mrs.Daniels ·was·-deslgnated to serve-on -the Watershed Areas Committee. Environmental Resource Management: Mr.Musselman pointed out that as a result of the review of the first draft,certain policies have been removed or changed,leaving these areas to be resolved at a later date.The Commission proceeded with a detailed review of the text of the second draft of the Environmental Resource Management Section of the Plan,through page IV -82. r:ro C":: C\lc::o C.lJ ~ Giant Food Stores -Site Plan: Mr.Hawbaker indi~ated that the consultant for Giant Food Stores has requested that the application be considered at a special meeting of the Co~ission as soon as agency review is complete.The Commission agreed that it be placed on the agenda for the rezoning public meeting of the 19th.if it is ready for consideration at that time..- Mr.Hawbaker also stated that the meeting with the City of Hagerstown as it pertains to jurisdictional review has tentatively been scheduled for the 26th. ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 10:45 P.M.on a motion by Mrs.Daniels and seconded by Mr.Frush.So ordered. The Washington County Planning Commission,following the rezoning hearing on September 19,1977,met in special session to consider the Development Plan, Site Plan and both Preliminary and Final Subdivision Plats for Martin's Food Store. On August 1,1977,the Commission approved,with conditions,the Development Plan for Martin's Food in.addition to the remaining parcel in the ownership of Schroeder Associates.(Refe.r"Emce MillUtes of August 1,1977)..These conditions have·.now.been met.The Development Plan beingconsideredmeetsailofihe condnTilns;andthe Site Plan has significantly been revised to comply with all the requirements of the Zoning Ordinance,as does the Preliminary Subdivision plat.The Health Depart- ment has granted both Preliminary and Final Approval to the subdivision,changes in regard to traffic circulation have been made to the satisfaction of the County Engineer and the State Highway Administration,and changes have been made to the parking areas and landscape design to comply with the Zoning Ordinance.Mr. Musselman pointed out one comment that has been reiterated by the State Highway Administration in correspondence dated September 9,relative to access to and from the site.(Reference to the Development Plan file).The Final Plat is also in conformance with the Subdivision Ordinance. Following consideration of the contents of the plat file information,the Commission voted,on a motion by Mr.Herbst and seconded by Mr.Younkins,to grant Preliminary Approval to -the subdivision plat,-as presented.So ordered. On a motion by Mr.Herbst and seconded by Mrs.Daniels,the Commission voted to grant Final Approval of the subdivision plat for Giant Food Stores.So ordered. On a motion by Mr.Herbst and seconded by Mr.Wolford,the Commission voted to grant Site Plan approval,as submitted ..So ordered .... SPECIAL PLANNING AREAS: Following a discussion of what should be included for consideration of the Special Planning Areas,the establishment of committees to participate in the development of these areas,and the processusedin such development,the Commission agreed that the staff should begin by addressIng and-establishing committees for conservation areas,emphasizing the watershed-areas. REZONING CASES: The Commission discussed staff recommendations in regard to rezoning cases pertaining to legal justification for a change in the zoning classification relative to the Planning Commission's final recommendation of the case.No action was taken by the Commission. ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 11:00 P.M. _.//-"~-,lA/~ Bache,Chairman The Washington County Planning Commission met in special session on Monday, September 26,1977 at 7:00 P.M.in the second floor conference room of the County Office Building.Those in attendance were:Chairman Terrance W.Bache, Donald R.Frush,John C.Herbst;William E.Wolford,Jr.,and Fred H.YoUllkins, Linda-Danielsa,rrive,riit-8:15,and Mr .Nigh at 10:25.Staff:JackS.Ha,wbf!k_er____---------an:iC Alan R.Musselman;~------~~~-~------------_.__.-------------- The;;;e~e-tini was called to order at 7:00 P.M. MINUTES: On a motion by Mr.Frush and seconded by Mr.Younkins,the Commission approved the minutes of the special meeting of August 29,1977 as presented.So ordered. On a motion by Mr.Frush,seconded by Mr.Younkins,the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of September 6,1977 were approved with the addition of Mr.Frush's name to the roll call of those being present.So ordered. On a motion by Mr.Wolford and seconded by Mr.Younkins,the Commission approved the Minutes of the special meeting of September 13,1977,as written.So ordered. On a motion by Mr.Wolford,seconded by Mr.Frush,the minutes of the special session of September 19,1977,were approved as presented.So ordered. HAGERSTOWN/WASHINGTON COUNTy TRANSPORTATION STUDY: A presentation was made by Alan Musselman,Planning Director after a short introduction of the subject by Jack Hawbaker,Executive Director,on the matter of the Hagerstown/Washington County Transportation Study.The priority list that has been established by the Study Team was discussed in view of the needs for both the City and the County in the transportation system in the Hagers- town metropolitan area. ,Itwas-i:hecon-c.::ensusor;the Commission that a recommendation be forwarded to --iheBoard -orCounty--t-oimnissioners that no action be taken by the Board at this time relative to the adoption of a resolution that would commit the County to a capital funding program for transportation projects that might jeopardize other capital projects that may have a more pressing need through the next several years.Motion by Mr.Wolford,seconded by Mr.Frush.So ordered. Following a discussion pertaining to the Pennsylvania Avenue corridor and noting that the agreement as relates to the Fountainhead Plaza and Club Road intersection has been corrected somewhat,the Commission directed that a recommendation be forwarded to the County Commissioners that in reviewing the priorities established by the Transportation Study Team,that consideration be given to the section of Pennsylvania Avenue between Northern Avenue and Maugans Avenue and bring to the attention of the State delegation,the necessity to include in the Highway Administration's capital improvement porgram,this particular need.. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN: Environmental Resource Management: The Environmental Resource Management section of the Land.Use Element of the Comprehensive Plan was discussed at length,particularly in regard to the preservation of Agricultural lands.Several revisions and amendments were directed by the Commission with further discussion of the matter being con- tinued until the next special meeting on October 10. P'LANNING STAFF: A letter was read from Associate Planner Robert Garver,dated September 26,in which he submitted his resignation from the Planning staff,effective October 10. On a motion by Mr.Frush,and seconded by Mr.Wolford,the Commission regretfully accepted the resignation asking that a letter of commendation for his work be sent him with a copy to his personnel file.So ordered. Also,the Commission directed that a request be forwarded to the County Commis- sioners requesting that the vacancy be filled,and that immediate action be taken to advertise the position for Planner II. ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 10:30 P.M. O':l ~ ~c.o t:x.:lo The regular meeting of the Washington County Planning Commission was held on Monday,October 3,1977 at 7:00 P.M.in the second floor conference room of the County Office Building. Present were:Chairman Terrance W.Bache,Linda H.Daniels,William E.Wolford, Fred H.Younkins.Mr.Herbst arrived at 7:50.Staff,Jack S.Hawbaker,Executive Director,Planning Director Alan R.Musselman,James B.Witherspoon,Associate Planner and Marion Snyder,Executive Secretary.Not present:Donald R.Frush and W.Keller Nigh. MINUTES: The minutes of the Special Meeting of September 26,1977 were approved as read on a motion by Mr.Wolford and seconded by Mrs.Daniels.So ordered. On a motion by Mrs.Daniels,seconded by Mr.Wolford,the Commission voted to amend the agenda to include requests from John Sheeley and Dorothy Byers for consideration of variance of subdivision requirements.So ordered.It was also noted that Section B of Orebank Hills was inadvertantly omitted from the agenda under Subdivision Plats,and should be included for consideration of final approval. NEW BUSINESS: Subdivision Plats: Richard Doub: It was brought to the attention of the Commission that a variance to the require- ments of the Highway Plan would be necessary in order to process the plat application for Richard Doub. A motion was made by Mr.Younkins to grant an exception to the provisions of Section 405.12 A of the Subdivision Ordinance under the provisions of Section 107 to permit conveyance of a 40,000 square foot parcel to an immediate member of the family,subject to the County Engineer's conditions as pertains to upgrading the private road.Upon discussion relative to upgrading the road which would not be necessary upon waiver of the subdivision requirements,Mr.Younkins withdrew the conditional approval and moved to grant a variance under Section 107 of the Ordinance.Motion was seconded by Mr.Wolford.So ordered. James A.Short,Sr. ",~.!1:_,~ll:.s"lJrougl1.t:to1;!le __a t:j;e l1.t),<:n Cl :E_th~"ColllIIl:L.ss ion.t!J.at ,<111_,eJ(_cepj;i o,n ,t.()~tJ:1e ,','.".'r_eq~i.F~~~I1j;~__()~§~£ti.0.!l __~Q?.,)2 ..A a~.EElEj;.ail1s.,t().<ls:ces s,.wouid .have to.bei<ra,nted .." -'-'Tn~order t()process the platapplicationforJamesA-=-Short~-S-r~'-'" On a motion by Mrs.Daniels and seconded by Mr.Wolford,the Commission voted to grant an exception to the requirements of Section 405.12 A to permit transfer of property situated off Bower Avenue,served by a private road,to an immediate family member under the provisions of Section 107 of the Subdivision Ordinance. So ordered. Mr.and Mrs.Wallace Byers: Mr.and Mrs.Byers appeared before the Commission requesting direction in the proposed conveyance of land involving two existing dwellings situated off Artizan Street in the vicinity.of Williamport which,cannot meet Health Department requirements for'placement -ofsep'(ic'sy'st'ems:'"Since it appears that the question is conveyance of additional land to satisfytheseconditions,it was recommended by the Commission thatthe--pfann!ng'stafTseek',i'satfs'factory's'olution in coordin.ation with the Health Department.", John Sheeley: ----~fiif~~~rii~yo¥~~~~i%nb.~g5~h~~e-ii~-0~~t~~rii,¥~q~~~~~~~n~~-i~c~1;~~el()o}h1a~j:----- "'---serve"i"·oy-aprWate-roacItoan-J:iiiiiiecn:a:teTamITy-iiiemoer:-~--" .._-~"--- On a motion by Mr.Herbst,seconded by Mr.Wolford,the Commission voted to grant the request for a variance under the provisions of Section 107 of the Subdivision Ordinance and advised that a plat should now be prepared for submittal in accordance with the provisions of the Ordinance.So ordered. Subdivision Plats: Conococheague Manor,Section B -Preliminary Approval: Noting that the subdivision application has received approvals from all reviewing agencies and that final approval and occupancy permits would be contingent upon completion of the road to County standards,the Commission voted,on a motion by Mr.Herbst,seconded by Mr.Wolford,to grant Preliminary Approval to the plat file.So ordered. Orebank Hills,Section A and B -Final Approval: On a motion by Mr.Younkins,seconded by Mr.Herbst,the Commission voted to grant PinaiApproviit:oSect:ions A and B of Orebank Hills,noting that the plat f:iTe"ls complet-e:--So-ordered. COMMUNICATIONS: A letter was read from Senator Charles McC.Mathias relative to arecenfdraft of proposea-legiSlation which would provide for the expansion ofthe-Anf.1efaiii---- Nal:ionar13a:ttlefield.It was reCj.ulilsted that the Commission review the draft and submit comments an,f r-ecomlnendations regarding'any further changes prior tointroductionofthel::>J.Tf~---------------------------- Following discussion.as pertains to incorporation of recommendations as proposed by the Antietam National Battlefield Advisory Committee,the CommissiondetEiJjllJ::ri~ci that:no action -.wOllldbe-faKeIluntil .sUch-tlmeas"a:-repoiFan'Crecomme-ndations -are-Ilresentedtc)the-Comrniss-iori--by·-theChalrman of the Advis6if~Commntee;--c~~~cooc -;:.,--~-----.---.-_.__._._-.,-----------.---..,._-~---"._----~.._----.....,---_._.-_.__.-_..._-',-----,.,._-....._,._-"".__..•_-----_.~~-------.--_._--- Letter from Oak Ridge Towne Community Association: For the information of the Commission,correspondence was read from the Oak Ridge Town Community Association to Mr.Edwin Feldman,developer of Oak Ridge Towne,relative to placement of a water pipe on the Association's property. No action was taken by the Commission. Letter from the Washington County Health Department: A letter was read from the Washington County Health Department which was in response to correspondence from the Commission's Executive Director relative to what constitutes a subdivision of land as pertains to the simplified plat process. Noting that State Health Department regUlations specifies Health Department review and approval as relates to the development process and that simplified plats not for development have-been provided the Health agency for information~l_ _________..P.1JJll()ses,It-wasthli--the-generaI-cons-ensus-oCfhe-C6mmiSsTonthi'CtheslmplIfJ.ed .._plat process-wiiTcoiiBriue--to-oe-hanClIed-as-Tri-tfie-pa-sC----------·------. Letter from Maryland Association of Planning Officials: A letter was read from the Maryland Association of Planning Officials in which it was requested that a nomination be made from the County to serve on the Association's Board of Directors. On a motion by Mrs.Daniels,seconded by Mr.Younkins,the Commission voted to forward the name of Associate Planner James B.Witherspoon as Washington County's nominee to the Association's Board of Directors;So ordered. Letter from Barry A.Teach,Re:Woodpoint Avenue: Pursuant to Commission action of September 6,1977 in which a request from Mrs.Cora Burger in regard to the status of Woodpoint Avenue and consequently referred to the County Commissioners for their consideration,a letter was read from the County Administrator in which it was stated that in regard to Polic~ S-2,recently adopted by the State,it would be necessaryfortheprope-rtyowners- .~.~=-to .petitiqn the_C.ounty .Cpffiiil:L ss ioners-and·-indicate-thaCfthejr~weielnterestea:=-rjfc-=-- -contributing to the cost of updating the road.Since-the CountYCommissioners--- have-informed Mrs.Burger of the State law which became effective in July,1977, no further action was deemed necessary. COMMUNICATIONS: Letter of Extension of Time for Consideration of Plats: On a ~otion b~Mrs.Daniels,seconded by Mr.Herbst,the following plat applications were granted a thirty day extension of time for consideration by the Commission:Susan Cruze to November 15,1977;J.D.Earl Martin to November 26,1977;Benjamin E.Weller to November 21,1977;Fountain Rock Estates to November 23,1977.Milton Yeager 60 day extension of time for consideration to December 30,1977.So ordered. OTHER BUSINESS: New Community Street Alignment Proposal: Ij";; ~ C\l 1:0 c.xJ ~ Planning Director Alan Musselman outlined for the Commission a staff proposal relative to New Community street alignment proposed to serve the eastern end of the New Community area in order to avoid future adverse traffic impacts on existing neighborhoods and to channel traffic to adequate existing streets.The street system designated in the Highway Plan in the Hagerstown Junior College New Com- munity area,is expected to be constructed in conjunction with residential develop- ment in the area and requiring public participation.It was suggested that the original proposal be included in the alternative alignments to be considered. The Commission voted,on a motion by'Mr.Wolford and seconded by Mr.Younkins, to distribute the information to all agencies,individuals and organizations coriceriied:f'or~reviewandcomment,after which the Commission will consider all aspects of the proposal andformulaterecommendaiiims to be forwarded to the County Commissioners for theirconsideratfon.So-ordered. Zoning Map Correction for Weverton Trust: It ,\'!'!$brought to the attention of the Commission that a mistake hadbeen' •••!!l(J,g,'il_ill,the origig~tl,zoning.mapdes,ignation for the Weverton Trust ,designab.i1i( land own§d by the Stateln~the'BG-'classification,and therefore the Planning ~--Commission should petition for a change in the zoning classifications to correct the map. On amotiQn l:>YM:r.,~_Herbst,seconded by Mr.Wolford,the Commission directed _~__~1;~a,fL!2.J1rQ~eedwitlLthe petition to correct the Zoning Map toreclassf:f'y the WevertonIr,usi:j>roperty:f'rOlil-"C n to "BG"and change the Sta.fe property from "BG"to "P';.So ordered. Request for Variance -Mrs.Beverage: As a result of a telephone communication,Mrs.Beverage was placed on the agenda for consideration of a request for a variance of the subdivision regUlations under the Section 107.Since no further information was forthcoming and Mrs. Beverage did not appear,no action wasiJossible-OTl1;1-I~_Ea:l'f-o:f'theCommission. ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 9:35 P.M.on a motion by Mr.Younkins,seconded by Mrs.Daniels.So ordered. MEETING DATES: ~Lz_u) October 10,5:00 P.M.-,Checkpoirltmeeting with Department of State Planning 7:00 P.M.-Special Meeting.-October 17,7:00 P.M.-Special Meeting; October 24,7:00 P.M.-Special Meeting;October 31,7:00 P.M.-Special Meeting; November 7,7:00 P.M.-Regular Meeting !l.I I 6) .1. A Special Meeting of the Washington County Planning Commission was held on Monday, October 10,1977 at 7:00 P.M.in the second floor conference room of the County Office Building. Present were:'Chairman Terrance W.Bache,Linda H.Daniels,Donald R.Frush, William E.Wolford and Fred H.Younkins.Not present:Vice Chairman John C. Herbst and W.Keller Nigh.Staff present:Executive Director Jack S.Hawbaker, Planning Director Alan R.Musselman and Marion L.Snyder,Secretary.Also present were Mr.Douglas Wright and Leroy R.Burtner. The meeting was called to order at 7:10 P.M. MINUTES: The minutes of the regular meeting of October 3,1977 were accepted as printed on a motion by Mrs.Daniels and seconded by Mr.Frush.So ordered. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN: The Executive Director brought to the attention of the Commission,the recom- mendations and projections as a result of the checkpoint meeting held with_ Department of State Planning representatives,Richard A;'Guck~r,§.S!i~E~r H.,__~~_ Shaefor andJames E.Nelson,'as-pertainst'(j"compTetIOll\'or'the contract's scope of serVic~jti~essary for-update'ortlie-Comprefieii'sive-Plan.~__~,~_ "'''-''-''-'-~''-''-''-'-~-....-._-,---.._----~-,--_..._.__.,_..,.._~--- The Commission agreed to a commitment to meet a November 18,1977 deadline for submission of a draft Plan to the Department of State Planning,acceptable to the Commission and with the understanding that the draft is subject to changes as pertains to cross-referencing the various sectionsto-assureconform:Lty-ana--' ,_~h~se.x,tlsuitirig'f~QJn:.cOjilIJI~i!.ti:and ~_~co!i'JiI.Elnda t ions ::~~~iy_e~_a,:;~..!".ElStIJL~f _pl:lb}i,~j,nput; etc.The State representatives indicated that this would satisfy their requirements. Information on Water Quality: Mrs.Daniels distributed an i~formational packet compiled by the League of Women Voters on Water Quality relative to Update on Section 208 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act '-andoi:JiE;renvTronmElrit-a-fmatters-.-'---, "EnvIronmentalResource Management: The Commission continued their in-depth review of the Environmental Resource Man- agement Section of the Comprehensive Plan update. The following changes,deletions and additions were requested: under Energy Resources. maintenance. first paragraph last paragraph. Delete Rework Delete Page IV -91 Deletion of last paragraph. Page IV -92 Second sentence-add 33% Page IV -93 New paragraph to be added at top of page. Page IV -96 Title under Policies -addlSlgns~----Delet-e-Iast:~sentence. Page IV -97 Delete first sentence.Delet'e--town 'c-e;nters--:ill second sentence and add unincorporated towns.High Structures -Rework to state cooperative efforts with State and Federal regulations. Page IV -98 Rewrite rest of section to be more specific.Delete last paragraph. ,g~~!i!e_~~icies,shifting some policies to recommendations. _!'.a~,e__JY-=--__,99 Rewrite rest of section on junkyards.Mention how implemented. Page IV -100 First sentence under Policies -add outside public right-of-way. Page IV -101 Clarify first sentence -ratio of slope. Page IV -111 Delete last paragraph. Page IV -112 Paragraph 2.delete nominated to the National Register;add: preserved and protected.Delete paragraph 4.Paragraph 5-Add reference to golf course. Page IV -113 Page IV -115 Page IV -116 Mr.Douglas Wright stated that he was attending the meeting as a representative of a committee established by the Chamber of Commerce.He requested that the Com- mittee be provided the information being compiled for the Plan update and notified of -futureme-eungs in which the Comprehensive Plan is to be considered. OTHER BUSINESS: Planning Advi~ory Board: Mr.Wolford brought to the attention of the Commission,the need for reorganization of the Advisory Board to the Planning Commission and requested that consideration be given to enlarging the present membership and reaffirming the appointments of the original members of the Board.The Advisory Board requested that names be submitted to them from the members of the Planning Commission and they in turn would hold an organizational meeting with the intention of electing officers and making recommendations to the Commission for enlargement of their committee. '" ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 10:20 P.M.on a motion by Mrs.Daniels,seconded by Mr.Frush.So ordered. The Commission voted,on a motion by Mrs.Daniels,seconded by Mr.Frush, to contact the nine municipalities.of the County asking that a member of their Planning Commi s si on be nomina te<:!j~orinc;Ius ioni!l,1;h(JE1(Jfl.ll>.El:t:?h~l',g:t:,!l1'Ll'clyi,s()ry .,_ Committee and 'that .8:.fi£ofall'nomlnees ~-toinclude--2ersons from the nine mt1)1ici~ --pitl Planning Commis sions"an,C-twe lveat::iarge"meinbers:"be-submict:te,Ctothe E~e_c"!Jve -_.,---Dlrector-forc:orisiife:i"aHoiCoy,Elie AdviSory'Boara -ana fli'e-Planning C6mm:i.ssfon._..----So-ordeied~-.---,.. Following discussion of time and travel involved as pertains to members of the Advisory Board and the services provided by them,the Commission voted, on a motion by Mr.Frush,seconded by Mrs.Daniels to request the Board of County Commissioners to consider.providing.some monetary compensation to those persons.appoIIlted-·to serve the County-fil ihis capacity.So ordered..--'.--~'-~-"--._.---._~_...._--,-_.-_._._.~~._.,-_.~--------_..__..•_.....- C'J:; C':l eN Q:l ti.tJ t::l MEETING DATES: October 17,7:00 P.M.-Special Meeting;October 24,7:00 P.M.-Special Meeting; October 31,7:00 P.M.-Special Meeting;November 7,7:00 P.M.-Regular Meeting. LV·A Bache,Chairman , A Special Meeting of the Washington County Planning Commission was held on Monday,October 17,1977 at 7:00 P.M.in the second floor conference room of the County Office Building. Present were:Chairman Terrance W.Bache,Linda H.Daniels,John C.Herbst and Fred H.Younkins.Not present:Donald R.Frush,W.Keller Nigh and William E.Wolford.Aslo present:Staff:Jack S.Hawbaker,Executive Dir- ector,Alan R.Musselman,Planning Director,Marion L.Snyder,Executive Secretary and Douglas Wright representing the Chamber of Commerce. The meeting was called to order at 7:40 P.M. MINUTES: The minutes of the special meeting of Monday,October 10,1977 were approved as written on a motion by Mrs.Daniels and seconded by Mr.Younkins.So ordered. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN: The purpose of the meeting was to review the third draft of the Environmental Resource Managemlmt Segment of the update of the Comprehenstve Plan.The Planning Director reviewed the changes made as a result of :prell.!gJ!?~!'eyiews...~TIte .fol!owing.addi.ti.()nll!cl1ftIlges were ..re3\le.l;te.~:_-__...~~_~-=~..._.._. Page IV -82:Delete first policy as policy.Reword mdinclude in lead-off ,paragraph. Page IV -93:Add Recommendations at top of'page. Page IV -96:Last paragraph -add reference to Zoning Ordinance. Page IV -97:Add Recommendations at top of page.Change dots to squares on first four paragraphs. Page IV -98:Add last sentence to second paragraph under policies. Page IV -99:Change dots to squares under Recommendations. Page IV-IOO:Delete first policy under The Altered Physical Environment, and add as a recommendation on Page IV -101. Page IV -101:Reword last sentence. Page IV -116:Change dots to squares for recommendations. Transportation Study: Mr.Musselman outlined the first part of the draft Transportation Study,for the information of the Commission.The study will include besides and intro- duction,the Highway Plan,Pedestrian and Bikeway Systems,Mass Transit,Air Transportation and Rail Transportation.Discussed was the Highway Plan Stan- dards and Geometric Design:{:!~tel.":Lii=:a:s.~p_e_:r!~:l.ns to residential development, partiCUlarly in rural areas,alternatives as relates to clustering development, and develoEIn_e.!1.!-E~sl!res -"n inadequate roads.No action was taken ..==----=-.::..._ ..·-·--A~"meei:ingwas~·scliea:urea·fOr~'s:OO A.M.on Thllrs~.ay_'...Q<;tober 20,for the purpose ...----...oC cQIltrj1ur.i!ir~.:Iii~\\T:or tne"varI'cius"-elements for the upda.te of tile Comprehe.nsive __ Plan.-, ~---=.:.~.=:::=.=-----~.-.=...- .~.......'AJ)j()lJRNMEN't": The meeting was adjourned at 10:45 P.M.on a motion by Mr.Younkins,seconded by Mrs.Daniels.So ordered. Terrance W.Bache,Chairman C';; ""~ CiJ ~ A Special Meeting of the Washington County Planning Commission was held on Thursday,October 20,1977 at 8:00 A.M.in the second floor conference room of the County Office Building. Present were:Chairman Terrance W.Bache,Linda H.Daniels,John C.Herbst, Donald R.Frush,Fred H.Younkins,and William E.Wolford.Staff:Executive Director Jack S.Hawbaker,Planning Director Alan R.Musselman and Executive Secretary Marion L.Snyder.Also present:Mr.McCann and Mr.Wright,representing the Chamber of Commerce. The meeting was called to order at 8:05 A.M. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN: Environmental Resource Management: On a motion by Mrs.Daniels,seconded by Mr.Younkins,the Commission voted to approve the Environmental Resource Management element of the Comprehensive Plan update for inclusion in the binder.So ordered. Residential Growth -Land Use Plan Map: The Commission discussed Land Use Classifications on Page IV-47 of the Residential Growth Section of the Land Use Plan,specifically as relates to the Land Use Plan Map and density ranges.Also discussed were staff proposals as pertains to rural density policies,boundaries of Rural Village Areas and operation and maintenance of multi-use water systems. Following lengthy discussion of development of values and ranks of criteria to be established in making determinations of density factors,it was the concensus of the Commission that the policies on pages IV-62-63 be deleted from the Land Use Plan and moved to the Implementation section of the Plan as recommendations dealing generally with changes to the existing ordinances. Page IV -51 -62:Discussion of Mobile Home Parks in Rural-Agricultural Areas. Following discussion of policy relative to lot sizes in the Conservation and Rural-Agricultural Areas of the Plan,the COmllJfssion-voted,onamotion-byMr ~ Herbst,seconded by Mr.Frush,to establisnadensiti"rangeO-intne Rural-i\gri- cultural DiSirict at ..2 units per acre to 2 units per acre irithepreliminary draft'of the-Residential Development segment of the Plan.Mrs.Daniels voted "No".Motion carried. Chart -Page IV -47:Conservation and Open Space Classification: Following discussion of density ranges in Conservation and Open Space classifi- cations of the Plan,Mr.Herbst voted to retain the Conservation and Open Space classification and allow for a minimum number of lots for an overall density of 0.3 units per acre with a 3 acre minimum lot size.Motion died for lack of a second. A motion was made by Mr.Frush to retain the density range as 0.3 acres per unit and be further considered as pertains to the hardship clause under the implementation section.Motion died for lack of a second. Mr.Frush then moved to retain the 3 acre density range as written.Mrs.Daniels seconded the motion.Mr.Herbst,Mr.Younkins and Mr.Bache opposed. On a motion by Mr.Frush,seconded by Mrs.Daniels,,the Commission voted to retain the density as written with the proviso that the appropriate exceptions be dealt with at the Implementation phase.Motion carried. ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 12:30 P.M. tJ) 'O'rrance IV,Bache,Chairman The regular meeting of the Washington County Planning Commission was held on Monday,November 7,1977 at 7:00 P.M.in the second floor conference room of the County Office Building. Present were:Chairman Terrance W.Bache,Vi~e Chairman John C.Herbst,Linda H._D~i~l,s,Donald R.Frush,an~CFredH.Ycnmkins:Not present:..W:liliaJJl~I3.._\,{2.:l.=-_ .i.<l!~aJ}4.-W.Keller Nigh.Staff:Exe-cutIve-oTrector-JackS:-ffawbaker,-Planning Director Alan R.Musselman and Marion L.Snyder,Executive Secretary. The meeting was called to order at-T:OS-P:--M:----· ------------------- NEW BUSINESS: Requests for Variance: Milton E.Yeager: Mr.Milton Yeager and his legal representative appeared before the Commission relative to a parcel of land situated off Marsh Pike on a private lane which had previously been considered by the Commission .and granted for conveyance to his son,but which had not been conveyed.Mr.Yeager is now requesting approval for conveyance of a portion of the property,shown as Parcel F,under the provisions of Section 107 of the Subdivision Ordinance.He stated that he has no further plans for development of the remainder of his property. On a motion by Mr.Frush and seconded by Mrs.Daniels,the Commission voted to grant the request for a variance to the requirements of the Subdivision Ordinance under Section 107,as it pertains to the private road,recinding previous action which had been made on behalf of his son.So ordered. Hilda Cameron: Mrs ..Hilda Cameron appeared before the Commission requesting a variance to the requirements of the Subdivision Ordinance as pertains to property fronting a public road. On a motion by Mr.Frush and seconded by Mr.Younkins,the Commission voted to grant a variance under the provisions of Section 107 of the Subdivision Ordinance, based upon the unique circumstances of the property in question,and determining that the lot which is proposed to be subdivided abuts a public road,Showing twenty foot frontage.on each of:the two lots.The staff was directed to proceed with processing of the plat for approval.So ordered. ,".,'¥ii.¢.' Donald L.Boward: Mr.Boward appeared before the Commission requesting ,a.variance t-o-l:neirei:[l1irein~ii.Ts·--~-·.-.~.,,-----_ _.......•....___-_......••-_._.JllIo...,.-'-""-',','.--,c .,····,__·".__...__.,,.····.·c·-----~--------·.."..-·,<+_".~~","_~=.,=_~_c._.,,--""_._,,'-c-~-.-.,.,:_.."-_•.-.----C.~.,~_._~.~_._•.,._"'~"'"_"'__~,.,..-.._" of the Subdivision Ordinance as pertains to 300'distance restriction on a -----seconaary--llighway to permit an additional access poinf6n Route 40,-west. .........niecomm:l.ssion-voted,-on -a~otionbY-Mr:mFrush-and-seconde(rbr--Mr~HerDsf;~tha:·C-- ~~~~__n.()__<ld,g tional access ..point be Rermi t ted~,..a t_the--sa;ne:=iIjlJe,however;gran ting e .-"~"""~~"~-~ the reguestto sllbdivide,u.ti,l izingand upgrading the existing-access to-serve - -. -bofnp·arCiifs"whiC:hare-c6ntigtiOirs:-S66rdered:- Margeret Jacques:Subdivision Plat: Mr.Denton Jacques and Mr.Michael Van Zant,consulting representative,appeared before the Commission with the request for conveyance of several lots to immediate members of the family.Mr.Hawbaker pointed out that while the transfer was not for development,it was brought to the attention of the Commission for clarification of administrative authority to approve transfer of multi-lots. On a motion by Mr.Frush and seconded by Mr.Herbst,the Commission voted to direct the staff to proceed with the simplified plat process for approval of the transfers.So ordered. John R.Oliver -Subdivision Plat -Preliminary and Final: The Commission considered a request to subdivide a parcel of land situated on West Oak Ridge Drive,and having two existing dwellings,into four parcels which would require one additional access point over the present exception currently allowed.It was pointed out that that section of West Oak Ridge Drive would be more properly classified as a Collector rather than Primary and that the 75 foot right of way from the centerline of the road would totally eliminate one of the lots.It was requested that a change of classification for West Oak Ridge Drive from the Downsville Pike to Virginia Avenue be recommended to the County Commissioners. 0';) 'cr:: ~ ffi ~ :; Procedures for Administrative Approval of Plats,Contd: The Commission voted,on a motion by Mr.Frush and seconded by M~"Younkins, to clarify the policy for Administrative Approval of Plats,for the record, as follows: 1.The Executive Director shall have the authority to review and approve all Simplified Plats for Preliminary and Final Approval provided all Subdivision requirements have been met,as the Commission's representative in accordance with the provisions of Article 66B; 2.The Executive Director shall have the authority to review and approve one (1) and two (2)lot,single-family residential plats for development when all subdivision requirements have been met,as the Commiss'ion's representative in accordance with the provisions of Article 66B; 3.The Executive Director shall have the authority to review and approve any and all replats having any number of lots for which there is no additional subdivision of land,in accordance with the Subdivision Ordinance and in accord with Article 66B of the .Annotated Code of Maryland.So ordered. Rezoning Cases RZ-164,RZ-165,RZ-167: RZ-164 -Paradise Homes: Following discussion of information contained in the case file,the Commission voted,on a motion by Mr.Herbst,seconded by Mr.Younkins,to grant the request fQr a map amendment fora rezoning classification from RR (Residential Rural)to RS (Residential,Suburban),based upon a mistake in the original zoning and a change in the neighborhood.So ordered.Mrs.Daniels opposed.Mr.Frush abstained. RZ-165 -Wintermoyer: On a motion by Mr.Frush,seconded by Mrs.Daniels,the Commission voted to recom- mend that the request for a map amendment for a rezoning classification from A (Agricultural)to HI (Highway Interchange)be denied,finding no mistake in the original zoning nor a change in the character of the neighborhood.So ordered. RZ-167 -Lynn: Based upon a mistake in the original zoning and finding no conflict with neighbor- hood uses,the Commission voted,on a motion by Mr.Frush,seconded by Mr.Younkins, to recommend the request for a rezoning classification from IG (Industrial,General) to BL (Business,Local)be granted.So ordered. Capital Improvements Program: On a motion by Mr.Frush,seconded by Mrs.Daniels,the Commission voted to delay presentation of the Capital Improvements Program to the County Commissioners for one week.It was scheduled to be presented to the County Commissioners on Tuesday, November 8.So ordered. Solid Waste Management Plan: On a motion by Mr.Frush,seconded by Mr.Herbst,the Commission voted to notify the County Administrator that while the Commission is cognizant o:fthe correspondence from the State Department of Health and Mental Hygiene dated September 12,and response from the County Administrator to commit Washington County to conduct this study,the Planning Commission,because of greater priorities and lack of staff and monies in this year's budget cannot prepare the study at this time.If the study is to be completed this fiscal year,necessary staff or monies will be required or the study can be submitted within the next fiscal year's budget for preparation.So ordered. Water and Sewer Plan Amendment: Upon consideration of a request for a change in the water and sewer classification for Colonial Park East,submitted by Home Construction Company from 5-4,W-4 to 5-3,W-3,the Commission voted,on a motion by Mr.Herbst,seconded by Mr.Frush, to forward the request to the Board of County Commissioners with a recommendation of approval.So ordered.. SUBDIVISION PLATS: John R.Oliver,CONTD: On a motion by Mr.Herbst and seconded by Mr.Younkins,the Commission voted to grant a variance from the requirements of the Subdivision Ordinance as pertains to access under Section 107 and a variance from the requirements of the 75 foot set back line from the centerline of the road.Mrs.Daniels voted "No".So ordered. On a motion by Mr.Herbst and seconded by Mr.Younkins,the Commission voted to grant Preliminary Approval to the plat file,noting that it contained no adverse comments.So ordered. On a motion by Mr.Frush,seconded by Mr.Younkins,the <;:ommission voted to grant Final Approval to the plat file,basecl·upon.the.intent and purpose of.the Ordinance, and recognizing that the function of the road has changed,since traffic has been routed elsewhere.So ordered. Joseph Sier •Preliminary and Final: On a motion by Mr.Frush,seconded by Mr.Younkins,the Commission voted to grant approval of a proposed subdivision of land situated off Md.Route 67,and served by an existing agricultural right of way,for conveyance to his son under Section 107 of the Subdivision Ordinance.So ordered.Final Approval will be granted Administratively. Bent Willow Farms -Preliminary and Final: On a motion by Mr.Frush,seconded by Mr.Herbst,the Commission voted to grant Preliminary Approval of the replat of Bent Willow Farms which.was revised to show a change in the building setback lines on lots 16,17 and 20.So ordered. On a motion by Mr.Frush,seconded by Mr.Herbst,the Commission voted to grant Final Approval to the plat file.So ordered. Isaac Norris·Preliminary and Final Approval: The Commission voted,on a motion by Mr.Frush,seconded by Mr.Herbst,to grant Preliminary Approval to a replat of two lots for Isaac W.Norris,showing minor changes of metes and bounds.So ordered. On a motion by Mr.Frush,seconded by Mr.Younkins,the Commission voted to grant Final Approval to the plat file.So ordered. COMMUNICATIONS: Letters of 30 Day Extension for Plats: On a motion by Mr.Frush,seconded by Mr.Herbst,the Commission voted to grant a thirty day extension of time for consideration of the following plats: Joseph Brown to November 22,1977;Conococheague Manor to November 26,1977; Susan Cruze to November 15,1977;Benj aminWeller to November 21,1977;Oak Ridge Estates to November 27,1977;and Clarence Pike,Lot "B"to November 16. Expiration will occur on dates indicated by which time the Commission will have considered the plats.So ordered. OTHER BUSINESS: Procedure~s-for AdmIu-istrat[veAPprovai-of Plats: It was brought to the attention of the Commission that clarification was necessary as pertains to previous Commission action in granting administr:at.i.','ealltl1ority ..t<L__ approve plats prepared in simplified form,development lots of one"and two single- family lots,and replats. etJ ~ ~ ti.Ll ~ Plats Approved Under Administrative Policy: On a motion by Mr.Frush,seconded by Mrs.Daniels,the Commission voted to approve the plats approved for development and simplified plats approved under the Commission's Administrative Policy.(List attached and included in the Minutes Ledger by reference).So ordered. ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 10:35 P.M. ~~oW~_. P<;rra~W.Bache,Chairman \\ ,('It'JU As a resu.lt of in-depth review of staff presentation and discussion of proposed policy alternatives as relates to the Rural-Agricultural Areas, the following determinations were adopted by the Commission at the Special Meetings of November 16 and November 27,1978 respectively: November 16,1978: 1.Consensus to establish an Agricultural District for which preferred use would be agriculture,understanding that the Agricultural District will initially include all lands in Rural-Agricultural Areas shown on the General Plan map. 2.Voted to allow exceptions to Agricultural District requirements on a case-by-case basis.When requested by a landowner with a specific development proposal,a given parcel would be evaluated for the relative appropriateness of agricultural use or non-agricultural use against a given set of criteria •."If the parcel.does not meet criteria for agricultural suitability,the parcel becomes eligible for non-agricultural development.Aye:Wolford,Younkins,Herbst,Dwyer.No:Daniels. Motion carried. 3.If the parcel meets the criteria established for agricultrural suitability, non-agricultural development would be limited to a fixed percentage of the land area of the parcel,with 10%being suggested for consideration. The remaining area would be retained in Agricultural use.The staff will prepare an analysis of subdivisions on agricultural lands and of the distribution of parcel by size as a guide to evaluate the reasQnableness of this percentage.Unanimous vote in favor. 4.Consensus that development within the fixed percentage area would be limited to single family detached houses and duplexes with no minimum lot size other than standard.·health,safety,and welfare requirements 5.If the parcel does not meet criteria for agricultural suitability, it is therefore eligible for development of the entire parcel in uses allowed by the Zoning Ordinance in the current "A"District,including single family detached houses and duplexes.Density of development on a non-agricultural parcel would be established after evaluation against such criteria as environmental constraints,road adequacy,fire pro- tection,water supply,and waste disposal. Voting in favor:Dwyer,Herbst,Younkins,Wolford.Daniels absent. 6.Density ranges in Mountain Areas will be the same as in the Rural- Agricultural Areas based upon criteria yet to be established. /' ~/ ~w.6~ Terrance W.Bache,Chairman • • November 27,1978 1.Minute~..of the regular meeting of November 6,1978 were adopted as presented on a motion by Mrs,Daniels,seconded by Mr.WOlford.So ordered. 2.It was determined to establish criteria as pertains to ownership and maintenance responsibility for water retention areas which may be created as a result of a requirement for subdivision approval. 3.Delete reference to public road system as expressed in paragraph D on page 263 of the Plan draft and reference to 3 acre minimum lot size designation on page 256,paragraph C of the Special Planning Areas section.and utilize the density concept ori a case-by-case basis which may become subject to change at a later date. Motion by Dwyer.seconded by Wolford.Motion carried with Daniels opposed. <::r;; ~ iN !ttl t:J.:l t.:;l w&k Bache,Chairman 282 The regular meeting of the Washington County Planning Commission was held on Monday,Decemper 5,1977 at 7:00 P.M.in the second floor conference room of the County Office Building. Present were:Chairman Terrance W.Bache,Linda H.Daniels,Donald R.Frush, Fred H.Younkins.Mr.Herbst arrived at 8:10,Mr.Wolford arrived at 8:20. Not present:W.Keller Nigh.Staff:Executive Director Jack S.Hawbaker, Planning Director Alan R.Musselman,and Executive Secretary Marion L.Snyder. The meeting was called to order at 7:00 P.M. MINUTES: The minutes of the regular Planning Commission meeting of November 7,1977 were approved as written on a motion by Mrs.Daniels and seconded by Mr.Frush.So ordered. AMENDMENT OF AGENDA: On a motion by Mr.Frush,seconded by Mr.Younkins,the Commission voted to include a request for an amendment to the Water and Sewerage Plan,submitted by the John R.Oliver Compan~on the agenda for consideration.So ordered. NEW BUSINESS: Tim Burtner -Request For Variance under Section 107: Upon consideration of a request from Tim Burtner to permit access ,from Mt~Hebron Road,a portion of which is not ~a public right,of way,to serve a 1 acre-lot proposed for development,the Commission voted,on a motion by Mr.Frush,seconded by Mr.Younkins,to grant the request for a variance for utilization of the right- of-way under Section 107 of the Subdivision Ordinance.So ordered. T.F.White -Request For Variance Under Section 107: Upon consideration of a request from Mr.White to permit subdivision of two lots, one of which is intended to be conveyed,with a fee simple 40 foot right-of-way providing access from Mt.Briar Road,the Commission voted,on a motion by Mr. Frush,seconded by Mrs.Daniels to grant an exception to the requirements of the Subdivision Ordinance under Section 107,and asked that the right-of-way which is toserye both tots!be shown on the plat.So ordered. Land Use Controls on Public Lands -Wallace Taylor: Mr.Wallace Taylor read a letter addressed to the Commission Chairman in which he expressed concern that lands zoned "P"(public)were not subject to land use controls.It was pointed out that public lands should be subject to the same regulatory measures,as pertains to construction and acquisition,as those which are required for privately owned lands.Mr.Taylor requested that the Commission investigate the matter and have something in writing prior to such development. It was the con census of the Commission that a research be made to determine what regulatory measures exist as pertains to public lands and to place the matter on the Commission's agenda for further discussion in the near future. SUBDIVISIONS FOR APPROVAL: Oak Ridge,Section "D": ._.=IIi~::s.:ta~Tr~po:rt.f~!,~se~tion.D :oLOak.Ridge Estates.expres.sed-concerntl1at--.the final pI-aC:l.S·not insti'IcCcon:rormance·c w:ltJ1 'ti1e·SUl5drVisIbil·l{E,guIations~iht:liat changes have occurred relative to topography and floodplain soiIsas a result of the constructi~!1_()iIIalt:l'I:ly_~ou!.<'1T.aEd.·~At·t}iei:l.~:ofpref:l.miparya1?pro,:al by the Commission"there was no dlScusslon relat1ve~o flood plaIns.Ie was pointed out that the staff report was not recommending disapproval of the plat, but bringing to the attention of the Commission that the Subdivision Ordinance requires that flood plain information be shown as it affects the site. c::r;; C"'.;: C\l.c,o ~ ~ f) .t<.V Oak Ridge,Section "D": Mr.Byers,Home Construction ~orporation,stated that in March of 1973,an agree- ment had been made with the County,in writing,relative to improvements to Halfway Boulevard and the pumping station in regard to assuming responsibility for drainage for the Halfway Boulevard corridor and development lands,that a grading plan for the three lots in question had been developed,and that there were to be no basements in construction on those lots. On a motion by Mr.Frush,seconded by Mr.Younkins,the Commission voted to grant Final Approval to the plat file subject to receipt of documentation from the County Engineer relative to flood plain information on the site,particularly as might affect the County Park.The motion carried with Mr.Herbst abstaining, and Mrs.Daniels voting "No".So ordered. COMMUNICATIONS: Letters of Extension of Time For Consideration of Plats: The following plats were granted a thirty day extension of time for consideration by the Planning Commission,on a motion by Mr.Frush and seconded by Mr.Herbst. George Mong (simplified)-January 18,1978;Richard L:Bowers,Lots 6 and 7 - January 13,1978;Jack M.Cline,Lots 1 and 2 -January 26,1978;Susan H.Cruze - January 15,1978;Charles E.Daymude (Simplified)-January 11,1978;John E. Easterday (Simplified)-February 2,1978;Clyde R.Kendall -February 14,1978; Benjamin E.Weller -January 21,1978;Oak Ridge,Section "D".-January 27,1978. So ordered . OTHER BUSINESS: Comprehensive Plan: The staff and Commission discussed scheduling for review of the Comprehensive Plan update,the draft of which is being prepared for public hearing.A tentative meeting for the detailed review of the text and photographs to be used in the draft was scheduled for the Monday following the next regular meeting.The Commission asked that no further distribution of the draft material be made until such time that the Commission's in~dep~revie~is completed. Flood Insurance and Flood Plain Regulations: The Planning Director informed the Commission that a meeting was to be held on December 9,with representatives of the Water Resources Administration as regards the Flood Insurance Program.It was indicated that the County's Zoning Ordinance and Building Regulations must be revised by May 1,and that the staff will be making recommendations to the Commission for such ronendments prior to the next zoning cycle. Zoning Ordinance Amendments -Proposed: Mr.Hawbaker brought to the attention of the Commission that the staff recommends a change in the Zoning Ordinance in relation to non-confomring uses and asked that the Commission consider a proposal to make.modifications to expand standards as pertains to floor area and outside areas.It was suggested using performance standards in regard to expansion rather than the 35%now stated by the Ordinance. The Commission requested that the study be held until a later date. Work Program: An outline for the Commission's Work Program for 1978 was presented by the Executive Director.It was pointed out that preparation of the budget should be included in the work program.It was suggested that the present work schedule be followed through this year's fiscal budget,taking into consideration resources available as pertains to man hours,work elements,available staff,etc.and not adding any new projects under the FY '78 budget. i)()1. ,t.,J C'L..!l\.. NEW BUSINESS: Water and Sewer Plan Amendment -J.R.Oliver Co.: A letter dated November 7,1977 from the John R.Oliver Company in which is was requested that the water classification for Stoneleigh Estates be changed from W-3 to a "no planned service"classification,was brought to the attention of the Commission.It was recommended by Mr.Hawbaker that no recommendation for approval be made to the County Commissioners until such time more detailed infor- mation is received from the Health Department. A motion was made by Mrs.Daniels to not recommend approval to the County Commis- sioners for the amendment pending further information fro~~tll",--,Health Department. The motion died for lack of a-second~-'---~~---'--'---'-- A motion was made by Mr.Herbst to allow the decision for amendment to the Water and Sewer Plan to the County Commissioners with the Commission taking no action in this regard.The motion died for lack of a second. A motion was made by Mr.Frush that the County Commissioners be advised that this change is requested due,in part,for greater densities in the area and since road conditions in the area have not been resolved by the County Commissioners, it is recommended that they approve the on-lot W-6 classification in order that whatever the land will accommodate will be approved.If is found there is pollu- tion in the area as suggested by the Health Department,this will be resolved in further investigation as now required.The motion was seconded by Mr.Younkins. The motion carried with Mr.WO.lford and Mrs.Daniels voting "No".So ordered. Rezoning cases -Staff Recommendations: Mr.Musselman brought to the attention of the Commission that the staff recommen- dations at the conclusion of the rezoning reports has been a debated issue,and resulted in a misunderstanding at a rezoning hearing late in 1976.Since the Commission has directed that recommendations be excluded from all staff reports, it was felt that the gathering of information was not adequate. Alternatives to a staff recommendation were presented for the Commission's con-sideration .---------.---.-.-..----.---....----.-.--~---..-~--..~~-.---- ~---.-----...'_. On a motion by Mr.Frush and seconded by Mr.Herbst,the Commission voted to accept alternative #3,which would provide for staff recommendations to be made following public hearing.So ordered. Advisory Board Appointments: On a motion by Mr.Frush and seconded by Mrs.Daniels,the Commission voted to reappoint the existing;actlve-members'of the Advisory Board to the Planning Com- mission and to appoint the followIng new members:I.Bruce Barr;J.Randall Burns; Richard Cushwa;Anita Masters;Philip Woodbury and Walt Bailey.So ordered. ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 10:35 P.M.An Executive Session followed. 4 W£0k errance W.Bache,Chairman