Coweta County Board of Zoning Appeals Public Hearing, www.coweta.ga.us ~ Minutes ~ Angela White 770.254.2635 Thursday, February 26, 2015 6:00 PM Asa M. Powell, Sr. Expo Center I. Meeting Called to Order Attendee Name Title Status Arrived Billy Cranford District 4 Present Craig Jackson District 2 - Chairman Present George "Kett" Harper District 3 - Vice-Chairman Present Sherri T. Babb District 1 Absent Delia Crouch District 5 Present **Board Member Babb excused herself from the meeting due to any concern of conflict of interest.** II. Approval of Minutes 1. Board of Zoning Appeals - Public Hearing - Jan 29, 2015 6:00 PM III. Public Hearing A. Petitions 1. Recommend Approval of Petition # ZA 002-15 Filed by Tom Crymes/WM Oak Hill Holdings, LLC Requesting a Buffer Reduction for Property Located at 60 Oak Hill Court, Newnan - 4th District 60 Oak Hill Blvd, Newnan Tax I.D. 109 6005 022 Commission District Commissioner Brooks Zoning Administrator White presented the review to the Board of Zoning Appeals including the following: The applicant is requesting a buffer reduction of 25 to the east of 60 Oak Hill Blvd. With the C-6 zoning abutting the RC-Rural Conservation zoning, a 75 buffer is required and is in place at this time. The current occupant wishes to construct an 800 s.f. addition to the building for equipment related to the imaging medical center. With the main building already in place, the addition would encroach upon the 75 buffer. As noted by the applicant, the addition would not create additional traffic to the site. It would simply provide equipment needed in the operation of the business. A letter has been received from the affected property owner noting that there is no objection to the 25 reduction. The submitted variance request is for 60 Oak Hill Court, within the Oak Hill Professional Park off of State Route 34 East. The current site contains a twostory medical office building. The business is in need of an additional 800 sq. Coweta County Board of Zoning Appeals Page 1 Printed 2/27/2015
ft. Addition to the rear of the building to provide additional equipment as part of their medical practice. In doing so, the proposed addition would encroach within the established 75 ft buffer to the east. The Oak Hill Professional Park contains several office buildings that provide medical services ranging from Crossroads Animal Hospital to the Georgia Department of Veteran Affairs. Sullivan Road, an access drive for Oak Hill, contains convenience stores, drug stores and a small shopping plaza just around the bend. While Lot 3 also adjoins the property and is zoned C-6 (Minor Commercial), there is a residentially zoned parcel, that is located between this parcel and SR 34E, and would require the 75 buffer, currently established. The adjoining/affected property owner, Dr. Kurt Preston, has provided a letter acknowledging that he has no objections to the 75 buffer located on 60 Oak Hill being reduced to a 50 buffer. Recommendation The Planning Department is recommending approval for the requested Variance for the following reasons: 1) The adjoining, affected property owner has submitted a letter with no objection with the reduction of 25 (Factors 1,2,6) 2) An established 50 buffer will be maintained to provide sound and light reduction.(factors 1,3,5) 3) There is no public infrastructure affected by the variance request. (Factor 4) Applicant: Thomas Crymes, Tomco Construction 45 Demaret Dr, Sharpsburg, GA The Imaging Clinic which is currently located on the 1st floor is adding an 800 sq. ft. addition to provide an open MRI machine. The present buffer was established as a result of the original zoning between C-6 and RC zoning. The residential lot owner has advised that it will not likely remain as a residential use based upon the commercial development of SR 34 in which he fronts. This buffer reduction is needed for the clinic to expand their use. No one speaking in opposition. Public Hearing Closed Motion to Approve made by George Harper seconded by Dee Couch; Unanimous Vote. Coweta County Board of Zoning Appeals Page 2 Printed 2/27/2015
RESULT: RECOMMEND APPROVAL [UNANIMOUS] Next: 3/17/2015 6:00 PM MOVER: George "Kett" Harper, District 3 - Vice-Chairman SECONDER: Delia Crouch, District 5 AYES: Billy Cranford, Craig Jackson, George "Kett" Harper, Delia Crouch ABSENT: Sherri T. Babb 2. ZA 003-15 Dr. Jason McClendon dba Southern Crescent Equine Svcs Conditional Use Permit Art 7 sec 75 Item 8 Large Animal Clinic 815 Herring Rd, Newnan GA Tax I.D. 096 5141 006 (pt) Commission District Commissioner Blackburn Zoning Administrator White presented the review to the Board of Zoning Appeals including the following: The subject property contains 20.38 acres, zoned RC (Rural Conservation). The applicant is requesting a Conditional Use Permit under Article 7 Section 75 Item 8 Large Animal Clinic to operate Southern Crescent Equine Services, a full service equine veterinary medical hospital and office. Dr. McClendon will utilize the existing structures, with possible remodeling, to operate the office as well as the 20 stalls for equine care. The applicant advises that there will be 5-7 employees. The applicant is planning to locate 20 parking places within the grove of trees, directly south of the hospital/stalls as well as providing access for 5 truck/trailer spaces for equestrian transport. Note that the applicant is requesting 5 variances to maintain the rural design with existing gravel drives & landscape for this facility as well as setback reductions under Petition #ZA 0004-15. The applicant s 20.38 acre farm has long been a landmark in the Herring Road/N. Hwy 29 area of Coweta County with its white picket fence and horses and emus roaming the acreage. This large estate parcel adjoins several other farms or rural getaways in the area as well. As the property is currently designed, the residence, associated with the property, is located directly off a drive from Herring Road. The applicant plans to reside on site of the facility, just as the previous farm owners had enjoyed. With the new residential development to the south, a residential drive access will be permitted to the existing home. Located north of the existing residence, there is a tree lined drive to an existing equestrian facility, which the applicant plans to use as his office and equine hospital. Parking spaces will be located within the tree lined circle. Further north, the male/foal stalls will be utilized for animal care as well as storage and equipment, serving the business. The applicant proposes 5-7 employees with normal office hours from 8:30am to 5pm, closed for weekends. Emergency operations will be on an as needed basis. The exercise observation area will be located to the west of the traffic circle, making easing access for animal arrival, treatment, and any long-term care required. From the conceptual site plan, it can be seen that the desire of the applicant is to locate the business within the framework of the existing farm, supporting the rural agricultural heritage of Coweta County. Coweta County Board of Zoning Appeals Page 3 Printed 2/27/2015
RECOMMENDATION: The Planning Department is recommending approval of the Conditional Use Permit request for the following reasons: 1. The proposed equine office and hospital & its related existing structures are reflective of the rural farm atmosphere located in this area of the county. (Factors 1, 5, 11) 2. The existing vegetation and tract size prevent the facility from being a visually intrusive structure to the neighbors. (Factors 2, 3, 5) 3. Based on staff comments, the facility would not have a negative impact on county facilities or on the environment. (Factors 4, 10) Should the Board of Zoning Appeals recommend approval for the request, the Planning Department is recommending that the applicant meet the following conditions: 1. Facility shall meet all applicable ADA requirements. 2. All applicable Fire Marshal Office requirements shall be met. 3. Shall meet all applicable requirements of Article 24 Site Development Standards unless a Variance is granted thru the normal review process. 4. Shall maintain existing vegetative screening along the nearest property lines to provide visual buffering and diffusion of sound in addition to the buffering provided by distance. 5. Lighting shall be established so adjacent residential properties and roadways are not adversely affected, and to preclude glare onto or direct illumination of adjacent properties and streets. 6. A paved driveway will be required to tie into and align with Herring Road. The paved driveway shall be a minimum of 20-ft in width for a minimum distance of 100-ft from Herring Road. 7. No access shall be allowed from the subdivision street to the subject property with the exception of access for the residence on site insomuch as the drive shall be no wider than 10 feet. 8. The applicant shall make provisions for washdowns in the equine stalls for animal waste to include a floor drain system that shall be placed in the stall building(s) and tied to the septic system for environmental/water quality or a system that is approved by the Transportation & Engineering Director Handley. 9. If over 5,000 sq. ft. Of permanent impervious surface is added or if there is more than one (1) acre of disturbed area, then the applicant shall address the current Coweta County Stormwater Management Ordinance and apply for a land disturbance permit (LDP). 10. If land disturbance on site exceeds one (1) acre, then an Erosion and Sedimentation Control Plan shall be required. 11. The applicant/operator shall agree to work with the County in good faith to address any concerns related to noise, odor, glare or similar objectable events. Angela explained that condition #8 has been modified since the original analysis was sent out to Board of Zoning Appeals. Dr. McClendon has spoken with Mr. Handley this evening and have agreed upon a system that will meet the requirements of Mr. Handley. Coweta County Board of Zoning Appeals Page 4 Printed 2/27/2015
Applicant Representative: Dennis Drewyer 15 Woodridge Place, Newnan, Ga Wonderful request to convert a beautiful farm for a large vet clinic. It will revitalize a farm in which neighbors have become accustomed. All buildings are in great shape. 20 acre of garden green space. The new development will have 4,000 sq ft. Homes and this will make an excellent gateway into the rural atmosphere. Farmhouse will be the front door for this community and will also be primary residence for Dr. McClendon and his family. Plan to have access road for horse trailers etc. Park customers among existing trees to keep the serenity of the property for a farming look Peter Ludlow 12 Norma Lane Beautiful property, horse farm. Excited to keep the farm around them. Dr. McClendon will make a good neighbor for this area. No one spoke in opposition Public Hearing Closed. Motion to approve made by Billy Cranford seconded by Dee Crouch ; Unanimous Vote RESULT: RECOMMEND APPROVAL [UNANIMOUS] Next: 3/17/2015 6:00 PM MOVER: Billy Cranford, District 4 SECONDER: Delia Crouch, District 5 AYES: Billy Cranford, Craig Jackson, George "Kett" Harper, Delia Crouch ABSENT: Sherri T. Babb 3. ZA 004-15 Variance Requests(5) Dr. Jason McClendon dba Southern Crescent Equine Svcs Art 24 Sect 246.5.2(3)(d)(vi) Paving Standards Art 24 Sect 246.5.2(3)(d)(xii) Landscaping & curbing Art 24 Sect 246.5.2(5)(a)Driveways Art 24 Sect 246.5.2(4)(c)(ii & iii)mandatory exterior & interior islands Art 7 Sect 75 Item 8 200 ft distance required to property lines 815 Herring Rd, Newnan, GA Tax I.D. 096 5141 006 (pt) Commission District Commissioner Blackburn Zoning Administrator White presented the review to the Board of Zoning Appeals including the following: Coweta County Board of Zoning Appeals Page 5 Printed 2/27/2015
The subject property contains 20.38 acres, zoned RC (Rural Conservation). The applicant has requested a Conditional Use Permit under Petition ZA 003-15 to operate Southern Crescent Equine Services, a full service equine veterinary medical hospital and office. Dr. McClendon will utilize the existing structures, with possible remodeling, to operate the office as well as the 20 stalls for equine care. The applicant advises that there will be 5-7 employees. The applicant is planning to locate 20 parking places within the trees adjacent to the hospital/stalls as well as access for 5 truck/trailer spaces. The subject property has been utilized over the years as a horse and emu farm. Due to the rolling landscape and countryside design, the applicant is requesting the following 5 variances to maintain the rural nature and support the existing country style designed equine buildings as already exist on the site: The applicant requests the following 5 variances to maintain the rural nature and to support the country style equine facility he is requesting: Variance 1: Article 24 Section 246.5.2(3)(d)(vi) Paving Standards. All parking lots, access ways, storage lots, loading or open lot sales shall be paved and constructed of a minimum of four (4) inches of concrete or two (2) inches of asphaltic concrete on six (6) inches of graded aggregate base, or a base and surface material of equivalent durability as certified by the developer s engineer. Applicant requests to use the existing defined gravel driveway with the exception of the ADA parking space. A dedicated ADA parking space will be required to meet appropriate ADA requirements. Variance 2: Article 24 Section 246.5.2(3)(d)(xii) Landscaping and curbing. Landscaped areas shall be provided and maintained around the perimeter and within the area used for parking, loading or open-lot sales as set forth hereinafter. Applicant requests to use the existing driveway and yard design as established for the equine veterinary medicine hospital and office which will be utilized for the public. Variance 3: Article 24 Section 246.5.2(5)(a) Driveways. Adequate interior driveways shall connect each parking space with a public right-of-way. All interior driveways shall be a minimum of twenty-four (24) feet in width for two-way and sixteen (16) feet in width if designed for oneway traffic. Applicant requests to use the existing established gravel driveway. Variance 4: Article 24 Section 246.5.2(4) (c) (ii & iii) Mandatory terminal island design and mandatory Interior Island design Applicant requests to use the established yard which serves the current buildings such that the rural atmosphere is maintained. Variance 5: Article 7 Section 75 Item 8. Large Animal Clinics, provided that buildings, pens or corrals used for housing animals, storing grain, feed or equipment, or for similar purposes shall not be closer than 200 feet to any property line, and when located on at least ten(10) acres. The existing horse stalls are approximately 130 ft. to the nearest property line to the northwest, thus needing a 70 ft. distance variance. The existing barn/future hospital/offices are approximately 120 ft. to the nearest property line to the southeast, thus need an 80 ft. distance variance. Coweta County Board of Zoning Appeals Page 6 Printed 2/27/2015
The applicant s 20.38 acre farm has long been a landmark in the Herring Road/N. Hwy 29 area of Coweta County with its white picket fence and horses and emus roaming the acreage. This large estate parcel adjoins several other farms or rural getaways in the area as well. Upon entering the property off Herring Road, the residence associated with the property is found. The applicant plans to reside on site of the facility, just as the previous farm owners had enjoyed. From the home, travel north along the tree lined drive to an existing equestrian facility, which the applicant plans to use as his office and equine hospital. Parking spaces will be located within the tree lined circle. Further north, the male/foal stalls will be utilized for animal care as well as storage and equipment, serving the business. The applicant proposes 5-7 employees with normal office hours from 8:30am to 5pm, closed for weekends. Emergency operations will be on an as needed basis. The exercise observation area will be located to the west of the traffic circle, making easing access for animal arrival, treatment, and any long-term care required. From the conceptual site plan, it can be seen that the desire of the applicant is to locate the business within the framework of the existing farm, supporting the rural agricultural heritage of Coweta County. Recommendation The Planning Department is recommending approval for the requested Variances for the following reasons: 1. The proposed equine office and hospital, its related structures, driveways and landscape are reflective of the rural farm atmosphere located in this area of the county and have been located on site for over 30+ years. (Factors 1, 3, 5) 2. The existing natural farm design prevents the facility from being a visually intrusive commercial operation. (Factors 2, 3, 5) 3. Based on staff comments, the facility would not have a negative impact on county facilities or on the environment. (Factors 4, 5) 4. As of this meeting, no negative response has been received from the adjoining property owners. Should the Board of Zoning Appeals recommend approval for the request, the Planning Department is recommending that the applicant meet the following conditions: 1. Applicant shall comply with ADA regulations 2. Applicant shall agree to work with the county in regards to dust and related techniques to prevent county road difficulties. 3. Prohibit access to the new subdivision street, Palomino Drive, with the exception of a 10 drive accessing the single family residence, which is already located on the property. 4. A paved driveway will be required to tie into and align with Herring Road. The paved driveway shall be a minimum of 20-ft in width for a minimum distance of 100'ft from Herring Road. Applicant Representative: Dennis Drewyer 15 Woodridge Drive, Newnan, GA Don't want to set a precedence for the farm. The area is already existing, with no changes to the site, simply changing to a business operation. This will Coweta County Board of Zoning Appeals Page 7 Printed 2/27/2015
prevent buildings and the farm from being destroyed. Neighbors do not have any opposition. No curbs, paving, etc will cause less impervious surface. Ideal use for a large animal hospital. Rural farm area and beautiful piece of property paving and all other requirements will be completely out of place. No one to speak in opposition. Public Hearing Closed IV. Additional Business Motion made to approve George Harper Seconded by Billy Harper; Unanimous vote. RESULT: RECOMMEND APPROVAL [UNANIMOUS] Next: 3/17/2015 6:00 PM MOVER: George "Kett" Harper, District 3 - Vice-Chairman SECONDER: Billy Cranford, District 4 AYES: Billy Cranford, Craig Jackson, George "Kett" Harper, Delia Crouch ABSENT: Sherri T. Babb 1. Next BOZA Meeting - 3/26/15 V. Adjournment 1. Adjourn The Board voted to adjourn the meeting. Coweta County Board of Zoning Appeals Page 8 Printed 2/27/2015