The work session of the Stafford County Planning Commission of Wednesday, January 25, 2006, was called to order at 5:32 p. m. by Chairman William Cook in the ABC Conference Room at the Stafford County Administration Center.

MEMBERS PRESENT: Cook, Carlone, Di Peppe, Kirby, Mitchell, Rhodes, and Pitzel

MEMBERS ABSENT: None

STAFF PRESENT: Harvey, Baker, Gregor, Knighting, Roberts, Stepowany Sehl, Kaminsky and Zuraf

DECLARATIONS AND DISQUALIFICAITON:

None

UNFINISHED BUSINESS:

1. RC2500919; Reclassification – Central Stafford Commerce Center – A proposed reclassification from A-1, Agricultural to M-1, Light Industrial Zoning District on Assessor's Parcels 38-102, 38-102A, 38-102B, 38-102C, 38-102D and 38-104 consisting of 80.70 acres, located on the east side of Big Springs Lane approximately 1,000 feet from the intersection with Eskimo Hill Road within the Aquia Election District. The Comprehensive Plan recommends the property for Light Industrial and Rural Residential uses. The Light Industrial designation would allow light industrial, light manufacturing and office uses. Rural Residential use allows single family residential development at a density of one (1) dwelling unit per three (3) acres. (Time Limit: December 6, 2005) (Deferred to January 25, 2006 Work Session at applicants request)

Mr. Cook stated item 1 has been postponed from the agenda at the applicant’s request. He stated he would like to amend the agenda and add item 1A to discuss legal items.

Mr. Pitzel made a motion to amend the agenda to go into closed session. Mrs. Kirby seconded. The motion passed 7-0

The meeting resumed at 6:49 pm.

Mr. Pitzel made a motion certifying the closed meeting was held in accordance with the provisions of the Virginia Freedom of Information Act and was conducted in conformity with law. Mrs. Kirby seconded. The motion passed 7-0.

2. SUB220851; St. Andrews on the Potomac, Preliminary Subdivision Plan - A preliminary subdivision plan for 124 single family residential lots, zoned A-1, consisting of 267.65 acres, located on the north side of Widewater Road at the end of Johnathan Way, on Assessor's Parcels 23-1 and 23-4 within the Griffis-Widewater Election District. (formerly known as HAMLETS OF WIDEWATER SEC 2/changed 1/14/05) (Deferred to January 25, 2006 Work Session) (Time Limit: February 5, 2006)

Mr. Stepowany stated he would be happy to answer questions.

Mr. Pitzel asked if the project was within the Urban Service Area.

Mr. Stwpowany stated yes

Mrs. Kirby stated this area of the County is very historical and asked why the applicant was refusing to have a Phase 1 done.

Bob Burner, applicant, stated having a Phase 1 done was not part of the Ordinance. He stated a Phase 1A has been performed and feels it was inappropriate to have a Phase 1 done at this time.

Mrs. Kirby stated a Phase 1 is like having an insurance policy.

Mr. Harvey stated the vicinity map was not correct.

Mr. Stepowany stated Section 22-58 of the Subdivision Ordinance stated Route numbers and railroad names must be listed.

Mrs. Kirby made a motion to hold in Committee. Mrs. Carlone seconded. The motion passed 7-0.

SUB2500983; Berea Knolls Preliminary Subdivision Plan - A preliminary subdivision plan for 31 single family residential lots, zoned R-1, consisting of 34.28 acres, located on the west side of Berea Church Road approximately 500 feet north of Warrenton Road on Assessor's Parcel 44-108, within the Hartwood Election District. (Deferred to January 25, 2006 Work Session) (Time Limit: February 24, 2006)

Mr. Cook stated due to the time issue, item 3 would be discussed in the regular Commission meeting.

ADJOURNMENT

The meeting was adjourned at 7:02 p.m.

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William Cook
Chairman